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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: Inspecting Universal Joint
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Measurement of folding torque of universal joint is as shown in the figures.

Service limit: 

  1. Maximum load;  5.49 N (0.56 kgf, 1.23 lb) or less
Fig 2: Measuring Of Folding Torque Of Universal Joint Long Yoke (1 Of 2)
G02873804Courtesy of SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC.

Service limit: 

  1. Maximum load;  5.49 N (0.56 kgf, 1.23 lb) or less
Fig 3: Measuring Of Folding Torque Of Universal Joint Long Yoke (2 Of 2)
G02873805Courtesy of SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC.

Service limit: 

  1. Maximum load;  8.43 N (0.86 kgf, 1.90 lb) or less
Fig 4: Measuring Of Folding Torque Of Universal Joint Short Yoke (1 Of 2)
G02873806Courtesy of SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC.

Service limit: 

  1. Maximum load;  8.43 N (0.86 kgf, 1.90 lb) or less
Fig 5: Measuring Of Folding Torque Of Universal Joint Short Yoke (2 Of 2)
G02873807Courtesy of SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC.