Stratus Coupe V6-3.0L VIN H (2001)
Axle Shaft: Testing and Inspection
Symptom Procedures
Noise During Wheel Rotation
INSPECTION PROCEDURE 1: Noise during wheel rotation
DIAGNOSIS
STEP 1. Check the driveshaft and inner shaft for bending.
Q: Is the driveshaft and inner shaft bent?
YES: Replace the part. Then go to Step 4.
NO: Go to step 2.
STEP 2.Check the inner shaft bearing for wear.
Q: Is the inner shaft bearing worn?
YES: Replace the bearings. Then go to Step 4.
NO: Go to Step 3.
STEP 3. Check the driveshaft assembly for wear, damage or bending.
Q: Is the driveshaft assembly worn, damaged or bent?
YES: Replace the driveshaft assembly. Then go to Step 4.
NO: There is no action to be taken.
STEP 4. Check symptoms.
Q: Is the abnormal noise eliminated?
YES: Repeat to Step 1.
NO: This diagnosis complete.
Noise Due to Excessive Play of Wheel In Turning Direction
INSPECTION PROCEDURE 2: Noise due to excessive play of wheel in turning direction
DIAGNOSIS
STEP 1. Check for play in the inner shaft and side gear serration, the driveshaft and side gear, or the driveshaft and drive flange.
Q: Is the play found?
YES: Adjust or replace the part. Then go to Step 2.
NO: This diagnosis complete.
STEP 2. Check symptoms.
Q: Is the abnormal noise eliminated
YES: Repeat to Step 1.
NO: This diagnosis complete.