Component Tests and General Diagnostics

DRIVE SHAFT / PROPELLER SHAFT: FRONT DRIVE SHAFT ASSEMBLY: INSPECTION

1. INSPECT FRONT DRIVE SHAFT ASSEMBLY

(a) Check that there is no excessive play in the outboard joint.





(b) Check that the inboard joint slides smoothly in the thrust direction.

(c) Check that there is no excessive play in the radial directions of the inboard joint.

(d) Check the boots for damage.

(e) Check whether the drive shaft dimensions are within the following specifications:





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The following table shows dimension (A) of the front drive shaft assembly.

Dimension (A)