- Symptoms - Propeller Shaft

Symptoms - Propeller Shaft

Strategy Based Diagnostics

Review the system operations in order to familiarize yourself with the system functions. Refer to Driveline Disassembled Views, Propeller Shaft Description and Operation, Transfer Case Description and Operation in Transfer Case NVG900, Differential Case General Description, and Differential Carrier Assembly Description in this service data. All diagnosis on a vehicle should follow a logical process. Strategy based diagnostics is a uniform approach for repairing all systems. The diagnostic flow may always be used in order to resolve a system problem. The diagnostic flow is the place to start when repairs are necessary.

Visual/Physical Inspection

* Inspect for aftermarket devices which could affect the operation of the vehicle.
* Inspect the easily accessible or visible system components for obvious damage or conditions which could cause the symptom.
* Verify the exact operating conditions under which the concern exists. Note factors such as speed, road conditions, ambient temperature, and other specifics.
* Compare the driving characteristics or sounds, if applicable, to a known good vehicle and make sure you are not trying to correct a normal condition.

Intermittent

Test the vehicle under the same conditions that the customer reported in order to verify the system is operating properly.

Symptom List

Refer to a symptom diagnostic procedure from the following list in order to diagnose the symptom:

* Roughness or Vibration
* Ping, Snap, or Click Noise
* Knock or Clunk Noise
* Scraping Noise
* Squeak Noise
* Shudder on Acceleration at Low Speed