On-Vehicle Service
Propeller Shafts
REMOVAL
1) Hoist vehicle.
2) Drain transmission oil only when servicing propeller shaft
No. 1.
3) Before removing propeller shaft (2), give match marks (1) on
each joint flange (3) and propeller shaft (2) as shown.
4) Remove propeller shaft(s).
INSPECTION
Inspect propeller shaft and flange yoke for damage, and propeller
shaft for runout.
If damage is found or shaft runout exceeds its limit, replace.
Propeller shaft runout limit : 0.8 mm (0.031 in.)
PROPELLER SHAFTS 4B-3