Diesel Data: Automotive Repair

- Symptoms - Propeller Shaft



Symptoms - Propeller Shaft

Before beginning diagnosis, review the system Description and Operation in order to familiarise 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:

* Noises.
* Vibrations.



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:

* 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).