Universal Joint: Inspection

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: Checking For Wear & Damage

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

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

Fig 2: Checking Universal Joint (1 Of 4)

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

Fig 3: Checking Universal Joint (2 Of 4)

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

Fig 4: Checking Universal Joint (3 Of 4)

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

Fig 5: Checking Universal Joint (4 Of 4)

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