Front axle (Drive shaft): Description and operation

Drive shaft

Each drive shaft consists of a solid rod, splined at both ends, with a constant velocity joint installed on the outboard end. A shield is incorporated onto each rod to protect the oil seals in the axle casing. The constant velocity joint is of the ball and socket type. A shaft on the constant velocity joint is splined to the hub flange. The constant velocity joint is pre-packed with grease and protected by a gaiter. Two securing bands retain the gaiter in position.