205-01 Driveshaft (Driveshaft): Description and operation
- Make
- Jaguar
- Model
- XK-8 XK8 (X100) Factory Service Manual
- Year
- 2003–2004
- Section
- 205-01 Driveshaft › Description and operation › Driveshaft
ChassisDriveshaft
Driveshaft
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| 1 | Transmission flexible joint retaining bolt |
| 2 | Transmission flexible joint |
| 3 | Transmission flexible joint washer |
| 4 | Transmission flexible joint retaining nut |
| 5 | Parking brake linkage lever and center bearing mounting plate |
| 6 | Center bearing retaining bolt |
| 7 | Driveshaft to rear drive axle retaining nut |
| 8 | Driveshaft universal joint |
| 9 | Driveshaft to rear drive axle retaining bolt |
| 10 | Rear driveshaft tube |
| 11 | Collapsible front driveshaft tube |
CAUTION: To preserve 'drive line' refinement, individual parts, other than fixings, MUST NOT be renewed. In the event of any balance or driveshaft component related concern, the complete assembly must be renewed. Under no circumstances may the flexible coupling be removed from the driveshaft (or its fixings be loosened). Do not drop or subject the driveshaft to damage.
NOTE: All driveshaft assemblies are balanced. If undercoating the vehicle, protect the driveshaft, universal joints and the rear drive axle shafts to prevent over-spray of the undercoating material.
The driveshaft consists of the following:
- a two piece welded steel tube with a splined center slip joint.
- two universal joints.
- a center bearing.
- a flexible joint.
Universal Joints
The universal joints are:
- a lubed-for-life design and require no lubrication in service.
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