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Universal Joint: Inspection

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Clean the disassembled parts with a cloth, and check for wear, damage, or any other faults. If necessary, repair or replace faulty parts.

Fig 1: Inspecting Universal Joint
G01980858Courtesy of SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC.

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

  1. Service limit: 
    1. Maximum load;  7.3 N (0.74 kgf, 1.64 lb) or less
    Fig 2: Measuring Folding Torque Of Universal Joint (1 Of 4)
    G01980859Courtesy of SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC.
  1. Service limit: 
    1. Maximum load;  7.3 N (0.74 kgf, 1.64 lb) or less
    Fig 3: Measuring Folding Torque Of Universal Joint (2 Of 4)
    G01980860Courtesy of SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC.
  1. Service limit: 
    1. Maximum load;  7.3 N (0.74 kgf, 1.64 lb) or less
    Fig 4: Measuring Folding Torque Of Universal Joint (3 Of 4)
    G01980861Courtesy of SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC.
  1. Service limit: 
    1. Maximum load;  7.3 N (0.74 kgf, 1.64 lb) or less
    Fig 5: Measuring Folding Torque Of Universal Joint (4 Of 4)
    G01980862Courtesy of SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC.