Condition | Possible Sources | Actions |
|---|---|---|
Driveshaft, Removal and Installation). | ||
Driveline shudder – occurs during acceleration from a slow speed or stop | Driveline angles out of specification | CHECK for correct driveline angles. REFER to: Driveshaft Angle Measurement (205-01 Driveshaft, General Procedures). |
Binding or damaged driveshaft CV joint and/or u-joint | INSPECT the driveshaft CV joint and/or u-joint and coupling shaft for wear or damage. INSTALL a new driveshaft as necessary. REFER to: Driveshaft (205-01 Driveshaft, Removal and Installation). | |
Driveline vibration - occurs at cruising speeds | Worn or damaged driveshaft center bearing support | CHECK the insulator for damage or wear. ROTATE the driveshaft and CHECK for rough operation. INSTALL a new driveshaft as necessary. REFER to: Driveshaft (205-01 Driveshaft, Removal and Installation). |
Loose axle pinion flange bolts | INSPECT the axle pinion flange. TIGHTEN the pinion flange bolts to specification. REFER to: Driveshaft (205-01 Driveshaft, Removal and Installation). | |
Excessive axle pinion flange runout | CARRY OUT a runout check. REPAIR as necessary. REFER to: Specifications (205-02 Rear Drive Axle/Differential, Specifications). | |
Driveshaft is out of balance | CHECK the driveshaft for damage , missing balance weights or undercoating. CHECK the driveshaft balance. REFER to: Driveshaft Runout and Balancing (205-01 Driveshaft, General Procedures). | |
Binding or damaged driveshaft CV joint and/or u-joint | INSPECT the driveshaft CV joint and/or u-joint for wear or damage. INSTALL a new driveshaft as necessary. REFER to: Driveshaft (205-01 Driveshaft, Removal and Installation). | |
Excessive driveshaft runout | CARRY OUT a runout check. REFER to: Driveshaft Runout and Balancing (205-01 Driveshaft, General Procedures). | |
Driveline angles out of specification | CHECK for correct driveline angles. REFER to: Driveshaft Angle Measurement (205-01 Driveshaft, General Procedures). REPAIR as necessary. |
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