FAQ for Driveshaft Repair
Q: What is the recommended torque for installing the bolts when installing the propeller shaft?
A:
The recommended torque is 20 Nm (15 ft. lbs.).
By BobGM Specialist
29/10/2022 Q: What is the recommended torque when installing the bolts and retainers to the yoke?
A:
The recommended torque is 20 Nm (26 ft. lbs.).
By BobGM Specialist
29/10/2022 Q: What should be noticed in removing the propeller shaft-three pieces?
A:
You can not pound on the original propeller shaft yoke ears. The plastic injection joints may fracture. Never pry or place any tool between a yoke and a universal joint. You should tape the bearing cups onto the yoke to prevent the loss of bearing rollers.
By BobGM Specialist
29/10/2022 Q: What is the recommended torque when installing the center-bearing support bolts?
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The recommended torque is 35 Nm (26 ft. lbs.).
By BobGM Specialist
29/10/2022 Q: What should be noticed in the propeller shaft-one piece?
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When removing the propeller shaft, you can not attempt to remove the shaft by pounding on the yoke ears or using a tool between the yoke and the universal joint. If the propeller shaft is removed by using such means, the injection joints may fracture and lead to premature failure of the joint.
By BobGM Specialist
29/10/2022 Q: What should be noted when installing the center-bearing support?
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You should align the center bearing support 90 degrees to the propeller shaft center lines.
By BobGM Specialist
29/10/2022 Q: What should be noticed in removing the propeller shaft-two pieces?
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You should observe and accurately reference mark all driveline components relative to the propeller shaft and axles before disassembly. These components include the propeller shafts, drive axles, pinion flanges, output shafts, etc. All components must be reassembled in the exact relationship to each other as they were when removed.
By BobGM Specialist
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