Title: Inspect the axle housing(s) for cracks and leaks.
Course: Diesel Equipment Technology I (20107-I) > Section: Preventive Maintenance and Inspection: Servicing the Drive Train

Inspection should include

- cleaning and inspecting differential housing
- checking all welded points and mounting points for cracks.

Process/Skill Questions:

- Why is it important to get training on how to make a complete inspection of the axle housing?
- How should a cracked axle housing be cleaned and welded?
- When components are welded to axle housings, what could happen when an “S cam” bracket weld cracks?