Front Driveshaft
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| 1 | Direct Torque Flow connection (DTF) |
| 2 | Driveshaft |
| 3 | Constant Velocity (CV) Joint |
The front driveshaft is fitted with a CV joint at each end. On one end, the CV joint uses a 6 bolt fixing which allows for attachment to the output flange of the transfer box. On the other end, the CV joint is pushed into place on the front differential pinion shaft and secured by retaining nut.
The CV joint that has a 6 bolt fixing, has 3 compression link washers that are fitted under each pair of bolts. The washers are required to prevent compression of the CV joints attachment flange.
The CV joint that is pushed into place on the front differential pinion shaft, is known as a DTF (Direct Torque Flow) plunging CV joint. This is designed to allow more torque and power to be transmitted to the front differential, improve driveshaft imbalance and also reduces noise, vibration and harshness (NVH).