Rear Drive Shaft: Inspection
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2012 Subaru Outback and 2012 Subaru Legacy. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
Check the removed parts for damage, wear, corrosion etc. Repair or replace if defective.
- DOJ (Double Offset Joint):
Check for seizure, corrosion, damage, wear and excessive play.
- EBJ (high-efficiency compact ball fixed joint):
Check for seizure, corrosion, damage, wear and excessive play.
- Shaft:
Check for excessive bending, twisting, damage and wear.
- BJ (Bell Joint):
Check for seizure, corrosion, damage and excessive play.
- Boot:
Check for wear, warping, breakage and scratches.
- Grease:
Check for discoloration and fluidity.