Inspection

REAR PROPELLER SHAFT


Inspection


INSPECTION AFTER REMOVAL

Appearance
Check propeller shaft for bend and damage. If damage is detected, replace propeller shaft assembly.

Propeller Shaft Runout





Check propeller shaft runout at measuring points with a dial indicator. If runout exceeds specifications, replace propeller shaft assembly. For measuring point, .

Propeller shaft runout : Refer to Propeller Shaft Runout.


Journal Axial Play





As shown in the figure, while fixing yoke on one side, check axial play of joint. If it is outside the standard, replace propeller shaft assembly.

Standard
Journal axial play : Refer to Journal Axial Play.


CAUTION:
Never disassemble joints.

Center Bearing
Check center bearing for noise and damage. If noise or damage is detected, replace propeller shaft assembly.

CAUTION:
Never disassemble center bearing.