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Joint Area Excessive Play Inspection

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  1. Shake the universal joint by hand and verify that there is no excessive play.
    Fig 1: Measuring Universal Joint Excessive Play
    G10936731Courtesy of MAZDA MOTORS CORP.
  2. If there is any excessive play, replace the propeller shaft. (See PROPELLER SHAFT REMOVAL/INSTALLATION .)