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Analysis of Inoperative Conditions

Analysis of Inoperative Conditions
If the axle does not operate, one of the following may be the cause:
- Broken welds. If axle housing welds are completely broken, install a new axle housing.
- Wheel bearing wear/damage. Because of the severe loads they must handle, new wheel bearings may need to be installed at high mileage. If a wheel bearing fails at low mileage, it is often caused by overloading.