Preliminary Inspection
Visually inspect the CV joints, housing, boots, and clamps for obvious signs of mechanical damage.
If an obvious cause for an observed or reported concern is
found, correct the cause (if possible) before proceeding to the next
step
If the cause is not visually evident, verify the symptom and REFER to Symptom Chart: NVH...
Other information:
Removal
NOTE:
Removal steps in this procedure may contain installation details.
With the vehicle in NEUTRAL, position it on a hoist.
Refer to: Jacking and Lifting - Overview (100-02 Jacking and Lifting, Description and Operation).
Remove and discard the nuts...
The AWD system consists of the following:
Power transfer unit (PTU)
Front and rear halfshafts
Rear axle and driveshaft
AWD relay module
Rear axle with coupling device
Torque
from the engine is transferred through the transmission to the Power
Transfer Unit (PTU)...