B2300 L4-2.3L (2008)
Axle Shaft: Testing and Inspection
Axle Bent Axle Housing Inspection - Rear
AXLE BENT AXLE HOUSING INSPECTION - REAR
1. With the vehicle in NEUTRAL, position it on a hoist. Allow the rear axle to be freely suspended.
2. Use white chalk or paint to mark a vertical line on the center of each rear tire.
3. Adjust both wheels so that the markings face the front of the vehicle. With a tape measure, measure the distance between the marks and record this
reading (front reading).
4. Rotate the rear wheels so the markings are directly underneath the vehicle. Measure the distance between the marks and record this reading
(bottom reading).
5. Rotate the rear wheels so the markings face the rear of the vehicle. Measure and record the distance between the marks (rear reading).