Fig. 2: Shaking Universal Joint
Courtesy of MAZDA MOTORS CORP.
PROPELLER SHAFT RUNOUT INSPECTION
1. Shift to neutral position and release the parking brake.
2. Rotate the rear wheel by hand and inspect the propeller shaft runout at the three locations shown in the
figure.
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If it exceeds the standard specification, replace the propeller shaft.
Standard propeller shaft runout (on-vehicle) 0.8 mm {0.031 in}
Fig. 3: Checking Propeller Shaft Runout
Courtesy of MAZDA MOTORS CORP.
PROPELLER SHAFT REMOVAL/INSTALLATION
CAUTION:
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Do not rotate the propeller shaft using engine force when inspecting.
2008 Mazda CX-9 Grand Touring
2008 DRIVELINE/AXLE Propeller Shaft - Mazda CX-9
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