Universal Joint: Inspection

Check for wear, damage, or any other faults. If necessary, replace.

Service limit:

Universal joint play; 0 mm (0 in)

Maximum swing torque; 0.3 N (0.03 kgf, 0.07 lb)

Fig 1: Checking Universal Joint Swing Torque And Play

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Measurement of swing torque of universal joint is as shown in the figures.

Service limit:

Maximum load; 3.8 N (0.39 kgf, 0.86 lb) or less

Fig 2: Measuring Swing Torque Of Universal Joint - Yoke (1 Of 2)

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Service limit:

Maximum load; 3.8 N (0.39 kgf, 0.86 lb) or less

Fig 3: Measuring Swing Torque Of Universal Joint - Yoke (2 Of 2)

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Service limit:

Maximum load; 7.3 N (0.74 kgf, 1.64 lb) or less

Fig 4: Measuring Swing Torque Of Universal Joint - Yoke (Steering Column Side) (1 Of 2)

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Service limit:

Maximum load; 7.3 N (0.74 kgf, 1.64 lb) or less

Fig 5: Measuring Swing Torque Of Universal Joint - Yoke (Steering Column Side) (2 Of 2)

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