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Axle Shaft: Testing and Inspection
General Information

Axle bearing problem conditions are usually caused by:

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Insufficient or incorrect lubricant.

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Foreign matter/water contamination.

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Incorrect bearing preload torque adjustment.

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Incorrect backlash.

Axle gear problem conditions are usually the result of:

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Insufficient lubrication.

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Incorrect or contaminated lubricant.

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Overloading (excessive engine torque) or exceeding vehicle weight capacity.

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Incorrect clearance or backlash adjustment.

Axle component breakage is most often the result of:

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Severe overloading.

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Insufficient lubricant.

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Incorrect lubricant.

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Improperly tightened components.

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