Driveshaft Issue?

2011 MAZDA CX-9
149,000 MILES • 3.7L • 6 CYL • 4WD • AUTOMATIC
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VINODHEERAN17
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I got a diagnosis report from Mazda service technician while car servicing for regular oil change. He says the following needs to be fixed to get state inspected (PA).
1. Driveshaft replacement.
2. L and R Rear Diff Mounts replacement.
3. L and R Frame Bushing replacement.
4. LF Inner Tie Rod End replacement.

But the cost of the above fix is quite a lot of money which is more than what car is worth now, also it is not affordable by me at this point. Please explain to me what they are and what is the best affordable plan to fix them.

Thanks,
Vino
Jan 2, 2023 at 4:03 PM
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JACOBANDNICKOLAS
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Hi,

I have a PA state safety and Emission inspection license and I do have some questions. The thing that stands out is the tie rod. If there is excessive play, it certainly needs to be replaced.

However, what is wrong with the drive shaft, are you getting a clunk from the rear differential when you accelerate, and what frame bushings? There are subframes, one on the front and one on the rear. Has he shown you the failing parts? Are there any rust concerns?

Let me know. Based on the year and mileage, anything is possible. However, I feel it's unlikely and question if it would fail on most of the things you mentioned. Remember, this is a Safety inspection. I'm not sure why a driveshaft would cause it to fail.

If possible, get the specifics for me. If you have a receipt indicating the parts being replaced, take a pic of it and upload it for me to see.

Let me know.

Joe



Jan 2, 2023 at 9:23 PM