Initial Inspection and Diagnostic Overview

Driveline System

Principals of Operation

Driveline System - General Information

The driveline system enables the power generated by the engine and transferred through the transaxle to place the vehicle in motion. Rotational torque received from the transaxle is delivered to the front wheels by halfshafts. The CV joints at the ends of the shafts allow the shafts to rotate smoothly in an allowable angle plane. The rotational torque is introduced into the differential ring gear which drives the differential. The differential divides the torque between the left and right axle shafts, while permitting the shafts to turn at different speeds when required, such as when cornering.

Inspection and Verification

1. Verify the customer concern.

2. Visually inspect for obvious signs of mechanical damage.

Visual Inspection Chart






3. If an obvious cause for an observed or reported concern is found, correct the cause (if possible) before proceeding to the next step.

4. If the cause is not visually evident, verify the symptom and GO to Symptom Chart- NVH. Symptom Related Diagnostic Procedures

Intermediate Shaft Support Bearing

With the vehicle in NEUTRAL, position it on a hoist. Rotate the intermediate shaft by hand. If the support bearing shows any signs of roughness or wear, install a new intermediate shaft bearing.