SAFARI STORME MY14

PROPELLER SHAFT

PROPELLER

SHAFT

4.4.2 MAINTENANCE, INSPECTION AND

TESTS

4.4.2.1 PRELIMINARY INSPECTION



All “U” joint should be inspected for leakage and

damage each time the vehicle is serviced. If

seal leakage or damage exists, the “U” joint

should be replaced.



Check the run out of propeller shaft.



Check “U” joint strap bolts are tightened or

loosened.



Check propeller shaft centre bearing mounting

bolts are tightened or loosened.



Check slip splines is properly lubricated or not.



Check output and input end yokes for

looseness. If found loose, disconnect the

propeller shaft, check the condition of splines of

the end yoke and re-torque the end yoke

retaining nut to specification, using a new nut.

NOTE

For end yoke tightening torque procedure refer the

aggregate section on which the end yoke is fitted

like gearbox, rear axle, etc.

4.4.2.2 REGULAR MAINTENANCE

A. GREASING

LUBRICATION FOR SLIP SPLINES

1. Apply grease using a grease gun on the nipple

until lubricant appears at the pressure relief

hole.

2. Cover the pressure relief hole with a finger and

continue to pump grease into the nipple until

grease appears at the slip joint end.

LUBRICATION FOR CENTRE BEARING

Centre bearing is packed with grease for life.

Hence no additional lubrication is required.