PROPELLER SHAFT INSPECTION

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1. Measure the propeller shaft center runout using the dial gauge.

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  • If it exceeds the maximum specification, replace the propeller shaft as a single component.

  Propeller shaft maximum runout

  0.8 mm {0.031 in}

2. Inspect the play and rotation of the joint by turning the universal joint in the directions shown by the arrows.

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  • If it is not within the specification, replace the propeller shaft.

  Propeller shaft starting torque

  0.29—1.47 N·m {3.0—14.9 kgf·cm, 2.6—13.0 in·lbf}