VUE AWD L4-2.2L VIN D (2005)
Drive/Propeller Shaft: Initial Inspection and Diagnostic Overview
Symptom Overview
Symptoms - Propeller Shaft
Strategy Based Diagnostics
Review the system operations in order to familiarize yourself with the system functions. All diagnosis on a vehicle should follow a logical process.
Strategy based diagnostics is a uniform approach for repairing all systems. The diagnostic flow may always be used in order to resolve a system
problem. The diagnostic flow is the place to start when repairs are necessary.
Diagnostic Starting Point
Diagnostic Starting Point - Propeller Shaft
Begin the system diagnosis by reviewing Driveline Disassembled Views, Propeller Shaft Description and Operation, Transfer Case Description and
Operation in Transfer Case NVG900, and Differential Carrier Assembly General Description. Reviewing the description and operation information
will help you to determine the correct symptom diagnostic procedure when a malfunction exists. Reviewing the description and operation information
will also help you to determine if the condition described by the customer is normal operation. Refer to Symptoms - Propeller Shaft See: Symptom
Related Diagnostic Procedures/- Symptoms - Propeller Shaft to diagnose the system and locate the procedure.
Visual/Physical Inspection
Visual/Physical Inspection
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Inspect for aftermarket devices which could affect the operation of the vehicle.
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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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Verify the exact operating conditions under which the concern exists. Note factors such as speed, road conditions, ambient temperature, and other
specifics.
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Compare the driving characteristics or sounds, if applicable, to a known good vehicle and make sure you are not trying to correct a normal
condition.
Intermittent
Test the vehicle under the same conditions that the customer reported in order to verify the system is operating properly.
