For 1990-2009 cars

Before beginning diagnosis, review the system description and operation in order to familiarize yourself with the system function. Refer to Wheel Drive Shafts Description and Operation .

### Classifying the Symptom

Wheel Drive Shaft symptoms can usually be classified into the following categories:

• | Noises

• | Vibrations

Noise related concerns are diagnosed within the Wheel Drive Shafts section. For vibration related symptoms, refer to Diagnostic Starting Point - Vibration Diagnosis and Correction for diagnosis.

### Visual/Physical Inspection

• | Inspect the system for aftermarket devices which could affect the operation of the wheel drive shafts.

• | Inspect the easily accessible or visible system components for obvious damage or conditions which could cause the symptom.

### Symptom List

Refer to a symptom diagnostic procedure from the following list in order to diagnose the symptom:

• | Click Noise In Turns

• | Clunk When Accelerating from Coast

• | Clunk Noise When Accelerating During Turns