Universal joint and covers
1. Shift into neutral.
2. Raise the vehicle on all four wheels and securely support it on the safety stands at the designated points.
3. Check that the center support bearing (A) does not have excessive play or rattle. If the center support has excessive play or rattles, replace the driveshaft assembly (B).
4. Check the universal joint boots (C) for damage or wear. If the boots are damaged or worn, replace the propeller shaft assembly.
5. Check the universal joints for excessive play or rattling. If the universal joints have excessive play or rattle, replace the driveshaft assembly.
Cardan shaft runout
6. Install the indicator with the head in the center of the cardan shaft No. 1 or No. 2.
7. Slowly rotate the other driveshaft and check for runout. Repeat the operation on the other driveshaft.
Runout on cardan shaft No. 1: Limit: 1.5 mm
Runout on cardan shaft No. 2: Limit: 1.5 mm
8. If the runout on any of the driveshafts exceeds the limit, replace the driveshaft assembly.