Diesel Data: Automotive Repair

Rear Drive Shaft Assembly








DRIVE SHAFT / PROPELLER SHAFT: REAR DRIVE SHAFT ASSEMBLY (for AWD): INSPECTION

INSPECTION

1. INSPECT REAR DRIVE SHAFT ASSEMBLY





(a) Check whether the drive shaft dimensions are within the following specifications.
HINT: The following table shows the dimension (A) of the drive shaft.

Dimension (A)









(b) Check that there is no remarkable play in the radial direction of the outboard joint.
(c) Check that the inboard joint slides smoothly in the thrust direction.
(d) Check that there is no remarkable play in the radial direction of the inboard joint.
(e) Check the boots for damage.