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PROPELLER SHAFT INSPECTION [JA5AX-EL]

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1. Disassemble the propeller shaft.

2. Measure the propeller shaft runout with a dial indicator.

  • If the runout is excessive, replace the propeller shaft.

Propeller shaft runout limit [JA5AX-EL]

  0.3 mm {0.01 in}

3. Move the universal joint in the direction shown, and inspect joint play.

  • If the joint play is not within the specification, adjust the universal joint using snap rings.

Propeller shaft starting torque [JA5AX-EL]

  0.29-0.78 N·m {3.0-7.9 kgf·cm, 2.7-6.8 in·lbf}