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PROPELLER SHAFT INSPECTION [A26MX-R]

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1. Disassemble the propeller shaft.

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

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

Maximum propeller shaft runout [A26MX-R]

  0.3 mm {0.012 in}

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

Rear Differential side

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

Others

  • If it is not within the specification, adjust by choosing the proper snap ring.

Propeller shaft starting torque [A26MX-R]

  Rear Differential side: 0.29-0.98 N·m {3.0-9.9 kgf·cm, 2.6-8.6 in·lbf}
  Others: 0.29-1.18 N·m {3.0-12.0 kgf·cm, 2.6-10.4 in·lbf}