Rear Propeller Shaft: Inspection: Vibration

If vibration is present at high speed, inspect propeller shaft runout first.

1. With a dial indicator, measure propeller shaft runout at runout measuring points by rotating final drive companion flange with hands.

   Propeller shaft runout :  Refer to "PROPELLER SHAFT RUNOUT ".

   Fig 1: Measuring Propeller Shaft Runout

   Courtesy of NISSAN MOTOR CO., U.S.A.
   • Propeller shaft runout measuring point (Point "Δ ")
     Fig 2: Identifying Dimension Between Propeller Shaft Runout Measuring Point And Companion Flange

     Courtesy of NISSAN MOTOR CO., U.S.A.

     Standard 

     A : 162 mm (6.38 in) 

     B : 245 mm (9.65 in) 

     C : 185 mm (7.28 in) 

2. If runout still exceeds specifications, separate propeller shaft at final drive companion flange or transfer companion flange; then change the phase between companion flange and propeller shaft by the one bolt hole at a time and install propeller shaft.
3. Check runout again. If runout still exceeds specifications, replace propeller shaft assembly.
4. Check the vibration by driving vehicle.