Rear Propeller Shaft Assembly Inspection

Using a dial indicator, inspect the runout of the propeller shaft.

Maximum runout:

0.8 mm (0.031 in.)

NOTICE:

The dial indicator must be set at a right angle to the center of the propeller shaft.

HINT:

If the shaft runout exceeds the maximum, replace the propeller shaft.

Using a dial indicator, inspect the runout of the intermediate shaft.

Maximum runout:

0.8 mm (0.031 in.)

NOTICE:

The dial indicator must be set perpendicular to the center of the propeller shaft.

HINT:

If the shaft runout exceeds the maximum, replace the intermediate shaft.

Check that the spider bearing rotates smoothly.

Check that there is no play in the spider bearing.

HINT:

If necessary, replace the intermediate shaft.

Turn the center support bearing by hand in the rotating direction. Check that the center support bearing turns smoothly.

Check that the seals are not cracked or damaged.

HINT:

If the center support bearing is damaged, worn, or does not turn smoothly, replace it.