Five Hundred AWD V6-3.0L VIN 1 (2005)
1. Position the special tool on the wheel hub face, as close to the outer edge as possible. Zero the indicator to allow the pointer to deflect either way.
2. Rotate the hub one full turn and note the maximum and minimum readings. The difference between the maximum and minimum readings will be
the total face runout. The runout must not exceed 0.254 mm (0.010 inch).
Wheel Hub, Steering Knuckle Inspection
1. Remove the wheel and tire.
2. Position the special tool. Push and pull the wheel hub by hand and measure the wheel bearing play.
3. If the wheel bearing play exceeds specification, install a new locknut.
4. Reset the wheel bearing play and install a new wheel hub if necessary.
Halfshafts, Rear Wheel
NOTE: Install new CV joints only if disassembly and inspection reveals unusual wear.
NOTE: While inspecting the boots, watch for indentations ("dimples") in the boot convolutions. Indentations must be removed.
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Inspect the boots for evidence of cracks, tears, or splits.
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Inspect the underbody for any indication of grease splatter near the boots outboard and inboard locations. This is an indication of boot/clamp
damage.
