Sorento 2WD V6-3.8L (2007)
Drive/Propeller Shaft: Testing and Inspection
PROPELLER SHAFT
COMPONENTS
ON-VEHICLE SERVICE
If noise or vibration is present in the vehicle driveline, the propeller shaft may be out of round due to damage. This inspection will help determine if
the propeller shaft and its attaching driveling components are "true" or turning with an absolute minimum amount of lateral movement.
SPLINE BACKLASH
Check for spline backlash by shaking propeller shaft back and forth.
LOOSE UNIVERSALS
Check for loose universal yoke bolts and nuts. Tighten if necessary.
PROPELLER SHAFT DEFLECTION
1. Place transmission in neutral.
2. Raise and support vehicle.
3. Install a dial indicator to the vehicle undercarriage and place the indicator plunger on the propeller shaft.
4. Measure both shafts in three separate locations: At the center and 3 inch (76.2 mm) from each yoke weld. Slowly turn one of the wheels to turn
the propeller shaft and record the highest indicator reading in all three locations.
Deflection limit: 0.3 mm (0.012 inch) or less.
