Toyota 4Runner: Inspection

Toyota 4Runner Service Manual / Drivetrain / Drive Shaft / Propeller Shaft / Propeller Shaft Assembly(for 2wd) / Inspection

INSPECTION

PROCEDURE

1. INSPECT PROPELLER SHAFT ASSEMBLY

(a) Using a dial indicator, check the propeller shaft runout.

Maximum runout:

0.4 mm (0.0157 in.)

If the shaft runout is more than the maximum, replace the shaft.

2. INSPECT REAR PROPELLER SHAFT UNIVERSAL JOINT SPIDER BEARING

NOTICE:

Be careful not to grip the propeller shaft tube too tightly in a vise as this will cause deformation.

(a) Check the spider bearings for wear or damage.

If necessary, replace the spider bearing.

(b) Check the spider bearing axial play by turning the yoke while holding the shaft tightly.

Maximum bearing axial play:

0 mm (0 in.)

If the axial play is more than the maximum, replace the spider bearing.

Removal

REMOVAL PROCEDURE 1. REMOVE PROPELLER SHAFT ASSEMBLY (a) Place matchmarks on the propeller shaft flange and differential flange. Text in Illustration *a ...

Reassembly

REASSEMBLY PROCEDURE 1. INSTALL REAR PROPELLER SHAFT UNIVERSAL JOINT SPIDER BEARING HINT: Use the same procedure for all rear propeller shaft universal joint spider bearing. (a) Apply ...

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