Front 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 At Runout Measuring Points

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   • Propeller shaft runout measuring point (Point "←").

   Dimension A: 381.5 mm (15.02 in) 

2. If runout still exceeds specifications, separate propeller shaft at final drive 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. If runout is more than the limit value, remove and check propeller shaft.
4. Check the vibration by driving vehicle.

Fig 2: Identifying Propeller Shaft Runout Measuring Point Dimension

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