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.
Remove the 60 percent rear seat backrest.
Refer to: Rear Seat Backrest (501-10B Rear Seats, Removal and Installation).
Remove the rear center seatbelt guide bezel...
Special Tool(s) /
General Equipment
Flat-Bladed Screwdriver
Punch
Copper Hammer
Removal
NOTE:
The max articulation of any CV is 10 degrees. The max articulation of any U-joint is 12 degrees. If the CV or any U-joint of the driveshaft is articulated further then the max allowable degrees damage may occur...