Cause | Correction |
|---|---|
The roughness or vibration occurs while driving the vehicle at various speeds. | |
A bent or dented propeller shaft | Replace the propeller shaft. Refer to Propeller Shaft Replacement . |
Undercoating is on the propeller shaft | Clean the propeller shaft. |
The tires are unbalanced at 48-80 km/h (30-50 mph) | Balance or replace tires. |
The universal joints are worn | Replace the propeller shaft. Refer to Propeller Shaft Replacement. |
Burrs or gouges are on the companion flange | Replace the propeller shaft. Refer to Propeller Shaft Replacement. |
Excessive looseness at the slippage spine | Replace necessary parts. Replace the propeller shaft. Refer to Propeller Shaft Replacement |
Distorted or damaged yokes or flanges | Replace the propeller shaft. Refer to Propeller Shaft Replacement. |
The yokes are out of phase on two-piece propeller shaft system | Replace the propeller shaft. Refer to Propeller Shaft Replacement |
The driveline vibration is at 80 km/h (50 mph) | Inspect propeller shaft for runout and missing balance weights. Replace the propeller shaft. Refer to Propeller Shaft Replacement. |
