PROCEDURE
INSPECT PROPELLER SHAFT AND INTERMEDIATE SHAFT
Using a dial indicator, measure the propeller shaft and intermediate shaft runout.
| Maximum Runout | ||||||
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If the shaft runout is more than the maximum, replace the shaft.
INSPECT SPIDER BEARING
Clamp the propeller shaft in a vise between aluminum plates.
Note
Do not overtighten the vise.
Check the spider bearings for wear or damage.
Check the axial play of each spider bearing by turning the yoke while holding the shaft tightly.
| Maximum bearing axial play |
|---|
| 0.05 mm (0.00196 in.) |
If the bearing axial play is more than the maximum, replace the spider bearing.
INSPECT CENTER NO. 1 SUPPORT BEARING ASSEMBLY
While turning the center bearing by hand, check that it turns smoothly without catching and that there are no cracks or damage.
If there are any defects, replace the bearing.
If there is any damage to the lip of the center bearing case, replace the bearing.