Propeller Shaft Inspection

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Measure the propeller shaft center runout using the dial gauge.

Fig 1: Checking Propeller Shaft
Courtesy of MAZDA MOTORS CORP.
- If it exceeds the maximum specification, replace the propeller shaft as a single component. (Refer PROPELLER SHAFT REMOVAL/INSTALLATION .)
  Propeller shaft maximum runout
- 0.8 mm {0.031 in}
Inspect the play and rotation of the joint by turning the universal joint in the directions shown by the arrows.

Fig 2: Checking Propeller Shaft Joint Play And Rotation
Courtesy of MAZDA MOTORS CORP.
- If it is not within the specification, replace the propeller shaft. (Refer PROPELLER SHAFT REMOVAL/INSTALLATION .)
  Propeller shaft rotation torque
- 0.3-1.4 N.m {3.1-14 kgf.cm, 2.7-12 in.lbf}