Ranger 4WD V6-3.0L VIN U (1997)
Output Shaft: Testing and Inspection
Check output shaft for runout by mounting the shaft between V-blocks and applying Dial Indicator with Bracketry TOOL-4201-C or equivalent to
several places along shaft. The standard reading of the indicator for runout should be less then 0.05 mm (0.002 inch). If runout exceeds 0.05 mm (0.002
inch), replace mainshaft.