That depends on the type of axle and which part you are grabbing. The axle shaft on a light duty will have some in and out.
If you have up and down movement with the rear axle at the bearing, chances are the axle is also worn.
Only if the rear axle is a drive axle.
The rear bike axle connects the rear wheel to the frame of the bicycle. It plays a crucial role in supporting the weight of the rider and providing stability and control while riding. The rear axle also helps transfer power from the pedals to the rear wheel, allowing the bike to move forward efficiently. Overall, the rear bike axle contributes to the performance of the bicycle by ensuring smooth and balanced movement.
Yes
If it is bad enough you can hear it rumble as you drive the vehicle otherwise you can jack up the rear of the vehicle and support it safely, strip the calipers, brake pads and rotors off, grab the axle hub and try to move it up and down. There should be little or no up and down movement, in and out play is okay. Notice also if you have leaky axle seals, that would be another clue. If you have excess play in the axle, you probably have a worn out axle also. The axle bearing rides on the axle so when an axle bearing goes, so does the axle.
Inside the rear axle.Inside the rear axle.
On the rear axle?
Top of the rear axleTop of the rear axle
it has no rear axle
Vehicles with front wheel drive have a straight rear axle meaning there is no gear housing in the rear axle. Vehicles that are rear wheel drive have a gear box in the middle of the rear axle to change the rotation of a drive shaft to turn the rear axle. If you look under a full size pick up truck rear axle you will see a large gear box (typically referred to as a pumpkin) in the middle area of the axle. That is the gear box differential.
The axle the big round rod that runs between the tires. On rear axle the rear differential is located
1984-1993 Jeep Cherokee XJ Rear Axle 1987-1993 Jeep Wrangler YJ Rear Axle 1986-1992 Jeep Comanche Rear Axle