Savana 3500 V8-4.8L (2009)
Drive/Propeller Shaft: Symptom Related Diagnostic Procedures
Symptoms - Propeller Shaft
Symptoms - Propeller Shaft
Before beginning diagnosis, review the system description and operation in order to familiarize yourself with the system function. Refer to Propeller
Shaft Description and Operation (See: Description and Operation).
Classifying the Symptom
Propeller Shaft symptoms can usually be classified into the following categories:
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Leaks
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Noises
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Vibrations
Leak and noise related symptoms are diagnosed within the Propeller Shaft section. For vibration related symptoms, refer to Diagnostic Starting Point -
Vibration Diagnosis and Correction (See: Testing and Inspection/Symptom Related Diagnostic Procedures/Vibration Diagnosis and
Correction/Diagnostic Information and Procedures/Diagnostic Starting Point - Vibration Diagnosis and Correction).
Visual/Physical Inspection
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Inspect the system for aftermarket devices which could affect the operation of the Propeller Shaft.
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Inspect the easily accessible or visible system components for obvious damage or conditions which could cause the symptom.
Symptom List
Refer to a symptom diagnostic procedure from the following list in order to diagnose the symptom:
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Leak at Front Slip Yoke (See: Leak at Front Slip Yoke)
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Universal Joint Noise (See: Universal Joint Noise)
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Ping, Snap, or Click Noise (See: Ping, Snap, or Click Noise)
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Knock or Clunk Noise (See: Knock or Clunk Noise)
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Scraping Noise (See: Scraping Noise)
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Squeak Noise (See: Squeak Noise)
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Shudder on Acceleration at Low Speed (See: Shudder on Acceleration at Low Speed)
Knock or Clunk Noise
Knock or Clunk Noise
Leak at Front Slip Yoke
Leak at Front Slip Yoke
