 NOISE
- Check the propeller shaft tube surface for dents or cracks. If damaged, replace propeller shaft assembly.
- If center bearing is noisy or damaged, replace propeller shaft assembly.
 RUNOUT
If vibration is present at high speed, inspect propeller shaft runout first. 1.With a dial indicator, measure propeller shaft runout at runout measuring points by rotating final drive companion flange.

: The front of vehicle
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2.If runout still exceeds specifications, separate propeller shaft from final drive companion flange or transfer companion flange; then rotate companion flange 90, 180, 270 degrees and install propeller shaft. 3.Check runout again. If runout still exceeds specifications, replace propeller shaft assembly. 4.Check the vibration by driving vehicle.
 RUNOUT MEASURING POINT
Propeller shaft runout measuring point (point “  ”)  Dimension
| A: 330 mm (12.99 in)
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| B: 421 mm (16.57 in)
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