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PROPELLER SHAFT
10
B. PROPELLER SHAFT
(4X4)
REAR PROPELLER SHAFT
REMOVAL
1. Loosen and remove the front mounting bolts of
bearing strap which holds the propeller shaft
with the Transfer case. Take out the front end
of rear propeller shaft from transfer case.
2. Loosen and remove the mounting nuts
(Nos.4)
of bearing strap from rear axle end. Take out
the rear end of propeller shaft from rear axle
along with vibration damper.
FITMENT
Before fitment ensure that
1. Splines should slide freely with slight drag from
splines shaft seal. Cross should flex and be free
from excessive bind.
NOTE
A slight drag is the most desirable condition on a
new cross and bearing kit. Excessive looseness is
not desirable and will result in an unbalanced
propeller shaft.
2. Mounting Flange should be free from burrs,
paint and foreign substances which would not
allow proper seating at assembly.
3. While installing and servicing system balanced
assemblies, the following care should be taken:
! CAUTION
End yokes must not be rotated from their
original position during reassembly.
Self locking bolts used with bearing straps
should not be reused
.
!! WARNING
1.
Do not go under the vehicle when the engine is
running.
2.
Install a support strap when servicing propeller
shaft to prevent personal injury.
!! WARNING
A serious or fatal injury can occur due to:
1.
Lack of proper training.
2.
Fail to follow procedures.
3.
If proper tools and equipment are not in use.
4.
If assembly of propeller shaft components is
improper.
5.
Use of incomplete propeller shaft components
assembly.
6.
Use of worn out or damaged propeller shaft
components.
7.
To avoid this get proper training, learn and
follow safe operating procedures, use proper
tools and safety equipments, use proper
components in good condition.
For further installation follow the reverse order
of removal procedure