Mitsubishi Eclipse Workshop Manual page 279

PROPELLER SHAFT
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Propeller Shaft
25-5
M8991193
Do not lower rear end
of
the vehicle
as
the oil
will flow
out of the
transfer.
Use
the
special
tool provided as a cover
to
prevent the
entry
of foreign
objects into the transfer.
4.
REMOVAL OF SPACER
The number of spacers used on each vehicle differs. Check
the
number
of
spacers used
and write
it
down
for
reference during
reassembly.
INSPECTION
Erroc,r
o
Check
the
sleeve yoke, center yoke and flange yoke for
wear, damage
or
cracks.
o
Check
the
propeller shaft yokes
for
wear, damage
or
cracks.
Check
the
propeller shaft for
bends.
twisting or
damage.
Check
the center bearing for smooth
movement.
Check
the center bearing mounting rubber for
damage or
deterioration.
Measure
the
propeller shaft runout with a dial indicator.
Limit:
Front propeller
shaft
0.6 mm
{O.O24
in.} or
bsr
Center propeller
shaft
O.6
mm (O.O24 in.l or hgr
Rear propeller
shaft
O.6
mm (O.O24 in.l or
less
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
directions.
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SERVICE POINTS OF
INSTALLATION
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3.
INSTAUÄNON
OF PROPEL1ER SHAFT
ASSEiIBLY
Caution
Be cautious
to
avoid damage
to
the oil real lip of
üre
transfet
Gase.
2.
3.
o
o
o
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