Propeller shaft is constant velocity propeller shaft, consisting of tripod constant velocity universal joint and
Rzeppa constant velocity univeral joint, where the tripod one is on the differential side and the Rzeppa one is
on the wheel side.
Structure
Rzeppa Type
Rzeppa Constant Velocity Joint
1. Case 2.Steel Ball 3.Rzeppa
4.Inner Star Race
Symptom Table
The table below is helpful to find the cause of the problem. The numbers indicate the priority of the likely
cause of the problem. Check each part in order. Repair or replace these parts or assemblies if necessary.
Symptom
1 .
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Chapter 4 Propeller Shaft
Section 1 Propeller Shaft
5.Semi-shaft
Rzeppa Constant velocity universal joint (worn)
2 .
Tripod constant velocity universal joint (w orn)
Tripod Type
Tripod Constant Velocity Joint
1.Case
2.Tripod Assembly
3.Semi-shaft
Inspection Area
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