Propeller Shaft Runout Inspection
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2020 Mazda CX-30. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
CAUTION:
- Do not rotate the propeller shaft using engine force when inspecting.
- Shift to neutral position and release the parking brake.
- Rotate the rear wheel by hand and inspect the propeller shaft runout at the two locations shown in the illustration.
PROPELLER SHAFT MAXIMUM RUNOUT SPECIFICATION
| No. | Specification (reference) |
|---|---|
| 1 | 0.8 mm {0.031 in} |
| 2 | 1.0 mm {0.039 in} |
- If it exceeds the standard specification, replace the propeller shaft. (See PROPELLER SHAFT REMOVAL/INSTALLATION (US) .)