Symptoms - Propeller Shaft

Symptoms - Propeller Shaft

Before beginning diagnosis, review the system description and operation in order to familiarize yourself with the system function. Refer to Propeller Shaft Description and Operation Description and Operation.

Classifying the Symptom

Propeller Shaft symptoms can usually be classified into the following categories:

* Leaks

* Noises

* Vibrations

Leak and noise related symptoms are diagnosed within the Propeller Shaft section. For vibration related symptoms, refer to Vibration Diagnosis, Starting Point, and Correction Vibration Diagnosis, Starting Point, and Correction.

Visual/Physical Inspection

* Inspect the system for aftermarket devices which could affect the operation of the Propeller Shaft.

* Inspect the easily accessible or visible system components for obvious damage or conditions which could cause the symptom.

Symptom List

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

* Leak at Front Slip Yoke Leak at Front Slip Yoke

* Universal Joint Noise Universal Joint Noise

* Ping, Snap, or Click Noise Ping, Snap, or Click Noise

* Knock or Clunk Noise Knock or Clunk Noise

* Scraping Noise Scraping Noise

* Squeak Noise Squeak Noise

* Shudder on Acceleration at Low Speed Shudder on Acceleration at Low Speed