Universal Joint: Inspection

Check for wear, damage or any other faults. Replace as necessary
Service limit:

Universal joint play: 0 mm (0 in)

Fig 1: Checking Universal Joint Play
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Measure the swing torque of universal joint.
Service limit:

Maximum load: 3.8 N (0.39 kgf, 0.86 lbf) or less

Fig 2: Measuring Swing Torque Of Universal Joint (Yoke Gearbox Side)
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Service limit:

Maximum load: 3.8 N (0.39 kgf, 0.86 lbf) or less

Fig 3: Measuring Swing Torque Of Universal Joint (Yoke Gearbox Side)
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Service limit:

Maximum load: 7.3 N (0.74 kgf, 1.64 lbf) or less

Fig 4: Measuring Swing Torque Of Universal Joint (Steering Column Side)
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Service limit:

Maximum load: 7.3 N (0.74 kgf, 1.64 lbf) or less

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