Universal Joint Noise; Maintenance Services - Suzuki Samurai 1986 Service Manual

Joint sheath rubber has a large diameter in
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one end and a small diameter in the other.
Be sure to fit sheath rubber with its large
diameter end brought to joint yoke side.
Fig. 15-6 @I Joint sheath rubber
NOTE:
If transmission oil was drained for propeller
shaft No. 1 removal, pour specified gear oil into
transmission case to specified level.
Match marks are provided on slip-on spline
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Inserting splined end into
connections.
splined bore without regard to match marks
can be a possible cause of noise or vibration
of propeller shaft. Be sure to index marks.
Fig. 15-7 @I Match marks
15-4

15-4. MAINTENANCE SERVICES

Lubrication
Inside yoke of each universal joint has a grease
nipple. At regular intervals stated in the recom-
mended servicing schedule, pump in grease to
relubricate joint. Use chassis grease.
Fig. 15-8

Universal Joint Noise

If universal joints are suspected of producing
chattering or rattling noise, inspect them for
wear. Check to see if cross spider rattles in yokes
or if splines are worn down and replace defective
propeller shaft with new one.
The noise coming from universal joint can be
easily distinguished from other noises because
rhythm of chattering or rattling is in step with
cruising speed. Noise is pronounced particularly
on standing start or in coasting condition (when
braking effect of engine is showing in the drive
line).
Fig. 15-9