Propeller Shaft Vibration
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2016 Infiniti QX60. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
NOTE:
If vibration is present at high speed, check propeller shaft runout first, then check mounting between propeller shaft and companion flange.
- Measure the runout of the propeller shaft tube at several points by rotating the final drive companion flange with your hands.
Propeller shaft runout : Refer to PROPELLER SHAFT RUNOUT . - Propeller shaft runout measuring point (Point "
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Dimension (A) : 612.0 mm (24.09 in) Dimension (B) : 474.5 mm (18.68 in)
: Front - Propeller shaft runout measuring point (Point "
- If the runout still exceeds specifications, disconnect the propeller shaft at the final drive companion flange; then rotate the companion flange 90°, 180°, 270° and reconnect propeller shaft.
- Check the runout again. If the runout still exceeds specifications, replace the propeller shaft assembly.
- After installation, check for vibration by driving the vehicle.