Title: Check for leaks at drive assembly and transfer case seals; check vents; check fluid level; use proper fluid type per manufacturer specification.
Course: Automotive Technology II (20104-II) > Section: Manual Drive Train and Axles: Drive Shaft, Half Shafts, Universal Joints, and Constant-Velocity (CV) Joints (Front, Rear, All, and Four-Wheel Drive)

Checking should include

- front axle assembly for leaks
- seals
- vents
- fluid level
- condition of fluid.

ASE Education Foundation
2017 Maintenance and Light Repair (MLR) Level
III. Manual Drive Train and Axles
D. Drive Shaft, Half Shafts, Universal Joints and Constant-Velocity (CV) Joints (Front, Rear,
All and Four-wheel Drive)
Task 4

Process/Skill Questions:

- If the drive assembly continues to operate with a restricted vent, what are the probable consequences?
- How are the fluid level and the condition of the fluid checked?
- What should be replaced when replacing seals?