XJ-6 (X300) L6-4.0L (AJ16) (1996)
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Drive/Propeller Shaft: Description and Operation
Driveshaft
4.0 L Models Only
To reduce noise, vibration and harshness levels, a new driveshaft is introduced on both automatic and manual models. The new driveshaft on automatic
models is the same as that currently used on V12 models, except for the length, which is increased to compensate for the shorter engine installation.
The new driveshaft on manual models is made from a single length of tubing with a yoke welded to each end. Universal joints connect the welded yokes
to a reverse sleeve yoke and a flange yoke, to connect the driveshaft with the transmission and final drive unit respectively.
All Automatic Models
The installation of the driveshaft is reversed. The end next to the splined slip-joint is now connected to the transmission.
Driveshaft (Propshaft) Length(s)
On normally aspirated 4.0 litre models with automatic transmission, the length of the driveshaft is increased by 30 mm (1.18 in) to compensate for the
shorter transmission. The driveshaft for supercharged 4.0 litre models is the same as that used on the 6.0 litre models, except that the length is revised.
All other driveshafts are carried over from the previous model year.
