Mitsubishi 3000GT Service Manual page 704

AXLE SHAFT
DRIVE SHAFT
Symptom
Noise
DIFFERENTIAL (LIMITED SLIP DIFFERENTIAL)
driving or gear changing*
when cornering
N O T E
(1) *': In addition to a malfunction of the differential carrier components, abnormal noise can also be caused
the universal joint of the propeller shaft, the axle shafts, the wheel bearings, etc. Before disassembling any
parts, take all possibilities into consideration and confirm the source of the noise.
(2) *2:
Noise from the engine, muffler vibration, transaxle, propeller shaft, wheel bearings, tires, body, etc., is easily
mistaken as being caused by malfunctions in the differential carrier components. Be extremely careful and
attentive when performing the driving test, etc.
Test methods to confirm the source of the abnormal noise include: coasting, acceleration, constant speed
driving, raising the rear wheels on a jack, etc. Use the method most appropriate to the circumstances.
REAR AXLE eAWD>
Probable cause
Wear, play or seizure of ball joint
Excessive drive shaft spline looseness
Damaged, broken, and/or seized drive pinion bearings
Damaged, broken, and/or seized side bearings
Damaged differential case
Inferior gear oil
lnsuff icient gear oil quantity
TSB Revision
Remedy
Replace
Replenish
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