Joint Angle Adjustment
JOINT ANGLE INSPECTION AND ADJUSTMENTNOTICE: When performing operations which involve the removal and installation of the propeller shaft. always check the joint angle. Make adjustments if necessary.
1. Stabilize propeller shaft and differential, as follows:
a. Turn the propeller shaft several times by hand to stabilize the center support bearing and flexible couplings.
b. Using a jack, raise and lower the differential to stabilize the differential mounting cushion.
2. Check No. 2 and No. 3 joint angle, as follows:
a. Using Special Service Tool (SST) 09370-50010 or equivalent, measure the installation angle of the intermediate shaft and propeller shaft.
NOTE: The SST should be directly underneath the tube.
b. Using SST 09370-50010 or equivalent, measure the installation angle of the differential.
NOTE: Measure the installation angle by placing the SST in the position as shown in the illustration.
c. Calculate the No. 2 joint angle.
No. 2 joint angle:
A-B= -36' +/- 30'
A: Intermediate shaft installation angle
B: Propeller shaft installation angle
d. Calculate the No. 3 joint angle.
No. 3 joint angle:
B-C= 1° 02' +/- 30'.
B: Propeller shaft installation angle
C: Differential installation angle
If the measured angle is not within the specification, adjust the joint angle.
NOTE: Adjust joint angle using the adjustment chart, adjusting it with the center support bearing adjusting washer and differential shim.