PROPELLER SHAFT INSPECTION [5AT]

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Front Propeller Shaft (4x4) Inspection

1. Use a dial gauge to measure the runout of the propeller shaft at each position.

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• If it exceeds the maximum specification, replace the propeller shaft.

Front propeller shaft maximum runout

0.4 mm {0.016 in}

Rear Propeller Shaft (4x2,4x4) Inspection

1. Use a dial gauge to measure the runout of the propeller shaft at each position.

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• If it exceeds the maximum specification, replace the propeller shaft.

Rear propeller shaft maximum runout

0.4 mm {0.016 in}

2. Inspect the play and rotation of the joint by turning the universal joint in the direction shown by the arrow.

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Rear propeller shaft initial torque (Reference value)

0.29—1.76 N·m {3.0—17.9 kgf·cm, 2.6—15.5 in·lbf}

• If there is excessive play or initial torque, replace the propeller shaft.