FRONT DRIVE SHAFT ASSEMBLY INSPECTION

PROCEDURE


  1. INSPECT FRONT DRIVE SHAFT ASSEMBLY

    Note

    Move the drive shaft while keeping it level.


    1. A01WV3R

      Check if there is excessive play in the outboard joint.

    2. Check if the inboard joint shaft slides smoothly in the thrust direction.

    3. Check if there is excessive play in the radial direction of the inboard joint shaft.

    4. Check the boots for damage.

    5. B001AZ0

      Check that the 2 boots are not stretched or contracted when the drive shaft is at standard length.

      Standard drive shaft length
      583 mm (1.91 ft.)

      If the boots are stretched or contracted, correct them.