Mitsubishi 3000GT Service Manual page 661

PROPELLER SHAFT
Install spacers and insulators as indicated in the illustration.
Caution
When installing the center bearing, assemble the same
spacers as removed from it (or new spacers of equal
thickness).
INSPECTION
Check the sleeve yoke, center yoke and flange yoke
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for wear, damage or cracks.
Check the propeller shaft yokes for wear, damage or
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cracks.
Check the propeller shaft for bends, twisting or damage.
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Measure the propeller shaft runout with a dial indicator.
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Limit:
Front propeller shaft
Center propeller shaft 0.6 mm (.024 in.) or less
Rear propeller shaft
NOTE
Set the V-blocks as much as possible to the end of the
shaft. Measure deflection at the center of the shaft.
Check the universal joints for smooth operation in all
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directions.
Check the center bearing for smooth movement.
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Check the center bearing mounting rubber for damage
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or deterioration.
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0.6 mm (.024 in.) or less
0.6 mm (.024 in.) or less