Propeller Shaft: General Description
Torque is transmitted from the transmission to the axle through propeller shaft and universal joint assembles. All propeller shafts are the balanced tubular type. A splined slip joint is provided in some drivelines.
- Since the propeller shaft is balanced carefully, welding or any other modifications are not permitted.
- Alignment marks should be applied to each propeller shaft before removal.
- Park, turn the engine off and apply the parking brake to secure the vehicle.
- Carefully attach the propeller shaft to the vise, do not overtighten the vise when securing the propeller shaft, this may cause deformation.