E 350 V10-6.8L VIN S (2006)
If the tires and driveline angle are not the cause, carry out the NVH tests to determine whether the concern is caused by a condition in the axle. Refer
to Vehicle/Testing and Inspection.
Universal Joint (U-Joint) Wear
Place the vehicle on a frame hoist and rotate the driveshaft by hand. Check for rough operation or seized U-joints. Install a new U-joint if it shows
signs of seizure, excessive wear or incorrect seating.
Axle Flange Bolt Circle Runout Semi-Floating Axle
NOTE: The brake discs or drums must be removed to carry out all runout measurements.
1. Position the Dial Indicator Gauge with Holding Fixture perpendicular to the axle flange bolt, as close to the flange face as possible. Zero the
indicator to allow the pointer to deflect either way.
2. Rotate the flange until the next bolt is contacted. Record the measurement and continue until each bolt is checked. The difference between the
maximum and minimum contact readings will be the total axle flange bolt pattern runout. The runout must not exceed 0.13 mm (0.005 inch)
Pilot Runout - Semi-Floating Axle
1. Position the Dial Indicator Gauge with Holding Fixture with the Clutch Housing Gauge to the pilot, as close to the axle flange face as possible.
Zero the indicator to allow the pointer to deflect either way.
2. Rotate the flange one full turn and note the maximum and minimum readings. The difference between the maximum and minimum readings will be
the total pilot runout. Pilot runout must not exceed 0.076 mm (0.003 inch).
Axle Flange Face Runout - Semi-Floating Axle
1. Position the Dial Indicator Gauge with Holding Fixture on the axle flange face, as close to the outer edge as possible. Zero the indicator to allow
the pointer to deflect either way.
