2008 Chevrolet Equinox LS

2008 DRIVELINE/AXLE Wheel Drive Shafts - Equinox & Torrent

2008 DRIVELINE/AXLE

Wheel Drive Shafts - Equinox & Torrent

SPECIFICATIONS
FASTENER TIGHTENING SPECIFICATIONS

Specification
Application Metric English
Front Lower Stabilizer Bar Link Nut 65 N.m 48 lb ft
Front Outer Tie Rod Stud Nut 50 N.m 37 lb ft
Front Wheel Drive Shaft Spindle Nut 205 N.m 151 lb ft
Intermediate Drive Shaft-to-Bracket Bolts 30 N.m 22 lb ft
Intermediate Drive Shaft Support Bracket Mounting Bolts -
35 N.m 26 lb ft
L61
Intermediate Drive Shaft Support Bracket Mounting Bolts -
50 N.m 37 lb ft
L66
J-44015 Steering Linkage Installer 40 N.m 30 lb ft
Lower Ball Joint Stud Nut 40 N.m 30 lb ft
Rear Lower Control Arm-to-Suspension Knuckle Bolt and
110 N.m 81 lb ft
Nut
Rear Lower Jounce Bumper Nut 63 N.m 46 lb ft
Rear Shock Absorber Lower Mounting Bolt 110 N.m 81 lb ft
Rear Stabilizer Link-to-Control Arm Nut 15 N.m 11 lb ft
Rear Wheel Drive Shaft Spindle Nut 205 N.m 151 lb ft

COMPONENT LOCATOR
WHEEL DRIVE SHAFTS DISASSEMBLED VIEWS

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Fig. 1: Tripot Design Wheel Drive Shaft Disassembled View

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Callout Component Name

1 Retainer and Housing Assembly
2 Retaining Ring
3 Tripot Joint Spider Assembly
4 Boot Retaining Clamp
5 Tripot Trilobal Bushing
6 Inboard Boot
7 Boot Retaining Clamp
8 Axle Shaft
9 Boot Retaining Clamp
10 Outboard Boot
11 Boot Retaining Clamp
12 Race Retaining Ring

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13 Chrome Alloy Ball

14 CV Joint Inner Race
15 CV Joint Cage
16 CV Joint Outer Race

DIAGNOSTIC INFORMATION AND PROCEDURES

DIAGNOSTIC STARTING POINT - WHEEL DRIVE SHAFTS

Begin the wheel drive shaft system diagnosis with the Diagnostic Starting Point - Vibration Diagnosis and
Correction . The use of the Diagnostic Starting Point will help determine if the concern is wheel drive shaft
related. When instructed to exit the Vibration Diagnosis and Correction diagnostic procedures, return to the
Diagnostic Starting Point - Wheel Drive Shafts and proceed to Wheel Drive Shafts Description and
Operation in order to become familiar with the design and function of the wheel drive shaft system. Reviewing
the Description and Operation information will also help determine if the condition is a potential operating
characteristic or not.

SYMPTOMS - WHEEL DRIVE SHAFTS

IMPORTANT: Complete the following steps prior to beginning the wheel drive shaft
diagnosis.

1. Review the Diagnostic Starting Point - Vibration Diagnosis and Correction .

2. Perform the Vibration Analysis - Road Testing in order to effectively diagnose the concern.
3. Review the system operation in order to become familiar with the system function. Refer to Wheel Drive
Shafts Description and Operation.

Visual/Physical Inspection

 Inspect for aftermarket equipment and modifications which could affect the operation of the wheel drive
shafts or other rotating components.
 Inspect the easily accessible or visible system components for obvious damage or conditions which could
cause the symptom.
 Thoroughly inspect the entire wheel drive shaft for visible damage, leaking joint seals, and missing seal
clamps.
 Inspect the wheel drive shaft seals for cuts, tears, or other damage which may allow the loss of lubricant
and the entry of contaminates.

Symptom List

After performing the Visual/Physical Inspection and no visual signs of damage or other interference impairing
the wheel drive shaft function is apparent, it may be necessary to remove the wheel drive shaft from the vehicle
and manipulate the joints manually. Any binding or otherwise impeded movement of the joints may indicate
damage which could contribute to the concern. Refer to the following:

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 Click Noise In Turns

 Clunk When Accelerating from Coast
 Clunk Noise When Accelerating During Turns
 Shudder or Vibration During Acceleration

CLICK NOISE IN TURNS

A constant velocity joint which is worn or damaged may cause a click noise during turns. This may be more
apparent while simultaneously turning and accelerating. This click is caused by wear and/or damage to the
constant velocity joint bearings and/or races. Commonly, this damage or wear is caused by the loss of
lubricating grease from the constant velocity joint and the entry of foreign material or contaminates.

Carefully inspect the wheel drive shaft seals for cuts, tears or other damage which may allow the lubricating
grease to escape. The loss of this grease will cause damage to the wheel drive shaft constant velocity joint in a
very short period of time.

After the inspection reveals no visual evidence of wear or damage, it may be necessary to remove the wheel
drive shaft from the vehicle and manipulate the inner and outer joints manually. Any binding or impeded
movement of the joints may indicate damage which could contribute to the concern.

CLUNK WHEN ACCELERATING FROM COAST

A clunk noise occurring when accelerating from coast or a standing start may be caused by a worn or damaged
wheel drive shaft cross groove joint. The common cause of wheel drive shaft cross groove damage is the loss of
lubricating grease and/or the presence of foreign material and contaminates in the joint. This usually occurs as a
result of a torn or damaged cross groove joint seal.

Carefully inspect the wheel drive shaft seal for cuts, tears or other damage that may allow the loss of the
lubricating grease and/or the entry of contaminates.

After inspection reveals no visual evidence of wear or damage, it may be necessary to remove the wheel drive
shaft from the vehicle and manipulate the joint manually. Do not allow the joint to separate from the wheel
drive shaft bar. Any binding or impeded movement of the joints may indicate damage which could contribute to
the concern.

CLUNK NOISE WHEN ACCELERATING DURING TURNS

A clunk noise that occurs while accelerating during turns may be caused by wear and/or damage to the inboard
and the outboard joints in combination. The loss of lubricant and/or the presence of contaminates can cause
damage to the internal components of the joints.

Carefully inspect the joint seals for cuts, tears or other damage. Joint seals that are damaged may allow lubricant
leakage and the entry of contaminates.

After inspection reveals no visual evidence of wear or damage, it may be necessary to remove the wheel drive
shaft from the vehicle an manipulate the joints manually. Do not allow the joints to separate from the wheel
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drive shaft bar. Any binding or impeded movement of the joints may indicate damage which could contribute to
the concern.

SHUDDER OR VIBRATION DURING ACCELERATION

In order to diagnose a shudder or vibration during acceleration, refer to Diagnostic Starting Point - Vibration
Diagnosis and Correction .

REPAIR INSTRUCTIONS
INTERMEDIATE SHAFT REPLACEMENT

Tools Required

 J 2619-01 Slide Hammer. See Special Tools.

 J 44467 Output Shaft Assembly Remover and Installer. See Special Tools.

Removal Procedure

1. Raise and support the vehicle. Refer to Lifting and Jacking the Vehicle
2. Remove the wheel drive shaft assembly. Refer to Front Wheel Drive Shaft Replacement.

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Fig. 2: View Of Wheel Drive Shaft Clip

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IMPORTANT: Remove the retaining ring. DO NOT re-use the retaining ring discard. Use
NEW only.

3. Remove the retaining clip for the wheel drive shaft.

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Fig. 3: Identifying Intermediate Shaft Support Bracket Mounting Bolts

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4. Remove the mounting bolts for the intermediate shaft support bracket.
5. Support the wheel drive shaft.

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Fig. 4: Identifying Special Tools - J 44467 & J2619-01

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6. Assemble the J 44467 and the J 2619-01 . See Special Tools.

7. Install the J 44467 and the J 2619-01 in the retaining ring groove on the wheel drive shaft. See Special
Tools.
8. Using the J 44467 and the J 2619-01 , remove the wheel drive shaft from the transmission. See Special
Tools.

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Fig. 5: View Of Wheel Drive Shaft

Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.

9. Remove the wheel drive shaft from the vehicle.

Installation Procedure

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