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 Play

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Measure swing torque of universal joint.

Service limit:

Maximum load;

3.8 N (0.39 kgf, 0.86 lb) or less

Fig 2: Applying Load Yoke Gear Box Side

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Service limit:

Maximum load;

3.8 N (0.39 kgf, 0.86 lb) or less

Fig 3: Applying Load Yoke Gear Box Side

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Service limit:

Maximum load;

7.3 N (0.74 kgf, 1.64 lb) or less

Fig 4: Applying Load Yoke Steering Column Side

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Service limit:

Maximum load;

7.3 N (0.74 kgf, 1.64 lb) or less

Fig 5: Applying Load Yoke Steering Column Side

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