RAM 1500 Truck 4WD V8-5.9L VIN Z (2002)
Drive/Propeller Shaft: Testing and Inspection
Runout
RUNOUT SPECIFICATIONS
PROPELLER SHAFT RUNOUT
1. Remove dirt, rust, paint and undercoating from the propeller shaft surface where the dial indicator will contact the shaft.
2. The dial indicator must be installed perpendicular to the shaft surface.
3. Measure runout at the center and ends of the shaft sufficiently far away from weld areas to ensure that the effects of the weld process will not enter
into the measurements.
4. Refer to Runout Specifications chart.
5. If the propeller shaft runout is out of specification, remove the propeller shaft, index the shaft 180°, and re-install the propeller shaft. Measure
shaft runout again.
6. If the propeller shaft runout is now within specifications, mark the shaft and yokes for proper orientation.
7. If the propeller shaft runout is not within specifications, verify that the runout of the transmission/ transfer case and axle are within specifications.
Correct as necessary and re-measure propeller shaft runout.
8. Replace the propeller shaft if the runout still exceeds the limits.
