Torrent AWD V6-3.4L VIN F (2006)
Axle Shaft Assembly: Symptom Related Diagnostic Procedures
- Symptoms - Wheel Drive Shafts
Symptoms - Wheel Drive Shafts
Important: Complete the following steps prior to beginning the wheel drive shaft diagnosis.
1. Review the Diagnostic Starting Point - Vibration Diagnosis and Correction in Vibration Diagnosis and Correction.
2. Perform the Vibration Analysis - Road Testing in Vibration Diagnosis and Correction in order to effectively diagnose the concern.
3. Review the system operation in order to become familiar with the system function.
Visual/Physical Inspection
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Inspect for aftermarket equipment and modifications which could affect the operation of the wheel drive shafts or other rotating components.
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Inspect the easily accessible or visible system components for obvious damage or conditions which could cause the symptom.
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Thoroughly inspect the entire wheel drive shaft for visible damage, leaking joint seals, and missing seal clamps.
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Inspect the wheel drive shaft seals for cuts, tears, or other damage which may allow the loss of lubricant and the entry of contaminates.
Symptom List
After performing the Visual/Physical Inspection and no visual signs of damage or other interference impairing the wheel drive shaft function is
apparent, it may be necessary to remove the wheel drive shaft from the vehicle and manipulate the joints manually. Any binding or otherwise impeded
movement of the joints may indicate damage which could contribute to the concern. Refer to the following:
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Click Noise In Turns See: Click Noise In Turns
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Clunk When Accelerating from Coast See: Clunk When Accelerating From Coast
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Clunk Noise When Accelerating During Turns See: Clunk Noise When Accelerating During Turns
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Shudder or Vibration During Acceleration See: Shudder or Vibration During Acceleration
Click Noise In Turns
Click Noise In Turns
A constant velocity joint which is worn or damaged may cause a click noise during turns. This may be more apparent while simultaneously turning and
accelerating. This click is caused by wear and/or damage to the constant velocity joint bearings and/or races. Commonly, this damage or wear is
caused by the loss of lubricating grease from the constant velocity joint and the entry of foreign material or contaminates. Carefully inspect the wheel
drive shaft seals for cuts, tears or other damage which may allow the lubricating grease to escape. The loss of this grease will cause damage to the
wheel drive shaft constant velocity joint in a very short period of time.
After the inspection reveals no visual evidence of wear or damage, it may be necessary to remove the wheel drive shaft from the vehicle and
manipulate the inner and outer joints manually. Any binding or impeded movement of the joints may indicate damage which could contribute to the
concern.
Clunk Noise When Accelerating During Turns
Clunk Noise When Accelerating During Turns
A clunk noise that occurs while accelerating during turns may be caused by wear and/or damage to the inboard and the outboard joints in combination.
The loss of lubricant and/or the presence of contaminates can cause damage to the internal components of the joints.
Carefully inspect the joint seals for cuts, tears or other damage. Joint seals that are damaged may allow lubricant leakage and the entry of
contaminates.
After inspection reveals no visual evidence of wear or damage, it may be necessary to remove the wheel drive shaft from the vehicle an manipulate the
joints manually. Do not allow the joints to separate from the wheel drive shaft bar. Any binding or impeded movement of the joints may indicate
damage which could contribute to the concern.
Clunk When Accelerating From Coast
Clunk When Accelerating from Coast
A clunk noise occurring when accelerating from coast or a standing start may be caused by a worn or damaged wheel drive shaft cross groove joint.
The common cause of wheel drive shaft cross groove damage is the loss of lubricating grease and/or the presence of foreign material and contaminates
in the joint. This usually occurs as a result of a torn or damaged cross groove joint seal.
Carefully inspect the wheel drive shaft seal for cuts, tears or other damage that may allow the loss of the lubricating grease and/or the entry of
contaminates.
