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# REAR AXLE SHAFT > ON-VEHICLE INSPECTION

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1. CHECK REAR AXLE SHAFT BEARING

1. Remove the rear wheel.

1. Remove the brake drum.

1. Inspect the axle shaft backlash.

   1. Using a dial indicator, check the backlash near the center of the axle shaft.

      Maximum:
        0.05 mm (0.0020 in.)
      If the backlash is greater than the maximum, replace the bearing.

1. Inspect the axle shaft deviation.

   1. Using a dial indicator, check the deviation at the surface of the axle shaft.

      Maximum:
        0.1 mm (0.0039 in.)
      If the deviation is greater than the maximum, replace the bearing.