- 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 ([1][2]Diagrams) and Driveline Support Assembly Description (Description and Operation) . All diagnosis on a vehicle should follow a logical process. Strategy based diagnostics is a uniform approach for repairing all systems. The diagnostic flow should always be used in order to resolve a system condition. The diagnostic flow is the place to start when repairs are necessary. For a detailed explanation, refer to Strategy Based Diagnosis (Initial Inspection and Diagnostic Overview) .


Visual/Physical Inspection

* Inspect for aftermarket devices which could affect the operation of the vehicle. Refer to Checking Aftermarket Accessories (Component Tests and General Diagnostics) .
* 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 vehicle speed, road conditions, ambient temperature, and other specifics.
* Compare driving characteristics or sounds, if applicable, to a known good vehicle and ensure 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:

* Diagnostic Starting Point - Vibration Diagnosis and Correction (Diagnostic Starting Point - Vibration Diagnosis and Correction)
* Wheel Drive Shafts Description and Operation (Description and Operation)
* Diagnostic Starting Point - Wheel Drive Shafts (Initial Inspection and Diagnostic Overview)
* Diagnostic Starting Point - Rear Drive Axle (Initial Inspection and Diagnostic Overview)
* Rattle Noise (Rattle Noise)
* Scraping Noise (Scraping Noise)
* Moaning Noise (Moaning Noise)
* Whirring or Squealing Noise (Whirring or Squealing Noise)
* Squeak Noise (Squeak Noise)
* Knock or Clunk Noise (Knock or Clunk Noise)
* Shudder on Acceleration at Low Speed (Shudder on Acceleration at Low Speed)