Appearance check
Check driveshaft for nicks and damage. If defects are found, replace the cardan shaft with a new one.
Checking the cardan shaft runout
Check the runout of the cardan shaft at the relevant points. If the runout exceeds the limit, replace the cardan shaft assembly.
Note. Maximum allowable runout of the cardan shaft: 0.6 mm.
Checking the axial play of cardan joints
As shown in the illustration, holding one universal joint yoke with one hand, swing the other yoke in the direction of the arrows with the other hand to check the axial play of the joints. If any play is found, replace the cardan shaft assembly.
Attention. Do not disassemble universal joints.
Checking the center bearing
Check for signs of damage or noise in the center bearing. If they are found, replace the central bearing.
Attention. Do not disassemble the center bearing.