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Rear Knuckle: Symptom Related Diagnostic Procedures

Symptom Procedures

Inspection Procedure 1: Abnormal noise 
DIAGNOSIS 

STEP 1. Check the wheel nut for looseness.
Q: Are the wheel nuts loosened?
YES: Tighten the nuts, then go to Step 3.
NO: Go to Step 2.
STEP 2. Check the wheel bearing for wear or damage.
Q: Is the wheel bearing in good condition?
YES: Go to step 3.
NO: Replace the part, then go to Step 4.
STEP 3.Check the brake disc for bent or distortion.
Q: Is the brake disc in good condition?
YES: Go to Step 4.
NO: Replace the part, then go to Step 4.
STEP 4.Check trouble symptoms.
Q: Are any noises generated?
YES: Return to Step 1.
NO: This diagnosis is complete.

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