Isuzu Trooper (2000 year). Manual - part 127

4C–36

DRIVE SHAFT SYSTEM

Disassembly (Except TOD 4

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4)

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Legend

(1) Sleeve Yoke

(2) Seal
(3) Tube Assembly

1. Apply alignment marks (1) on the sleeve yoke and

tube assembly then remove sleeve yoke.

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2. Remove seal.
3. Remove tube assembly.

4C–37

DRIVE SHAFT SYSTEM

Universal Joint Disassembly

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Legend

(1) Flange Yoke
(2) Spider

(3) Snap Ring
(4) Needle Roller Bearing
(5) Grease Fitting

1. Apply alignment marks (1) on the yokes of the

universal joint,  then remove snap ring.

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2. Tap out the needle roller bearing by gently striking the

shoulder of the yoke, using a mallet or a copper
hammer.

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DRIVE SHAFT SYSTEM

3. Make sure of proper position for reinstallation by

applying setting marks, then remove spider .

Inspection and Repair

Make necessary correction or parts replacement if wear,
damage, corrosion or any other abnormal condition is
found through inspection.

NOTE: When any part of the journal assembly (spider,
needle roller bearing) requires replacement, be sure to
replace the entire assembly.
Check the following parts for wear, damage, noise or any
other abnormal conditions:

1. Spider
2. Needle roller bearing
3. Yoke
4. Flange
5. Constant velocity joint

Outside Diameter of Spider Pin

Standard: 17.00 mm  (0.669 in)

Limit: 16.90 mm (0.665 in)

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Propeller Shaft Run–out

Support the ends of the propeller shaft on V-blocks (2)
and check for run–out by holding the probe of a dial
indicator (1) in contact with the center part of the shaft. If
the amount of run–out is beyond the standard value for
assembly, correct with a bench press or replace the shaft
with a new propeller shaft assembly.

Standard: 0.3 mm  (0.012 in)

Limit: 0.5 mm (0.02 in)

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Play in Splines in Normal Direction of
Rotation

Check the amount of play between the sleeve yoke (1)
and the propeller shaft spline (2) in the direction of
rotation, using a pointed feeler gauge.

Standard: 0.073 – 0.156 mm (0.003 – 0.006 in)

Limit: 0.3 mm (0.012 in)

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4C–39

DRIVE SHAFT SYSTEM

Play in Universal Joint

Limit: Less  than 0.1 mm (0.004 in)

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Constant Velocity Joint

NOTE: LJ and BJ constant velocity joints are
unremovable types. Check the joint for play and the boot
for damage, wear, and leak of grease. If abnormality is
found, replace propeller shaft as an assembly.

Play in Constant Velocity Joint

Fix the shaft in a vise throrgh pieces of wood, and try to
move the joint vertically, right and left, and back and forth
to make sure of smooth motions and no remarkable play.

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Boot of Constant Velocity Joint

Check the boot (2) for crack, damage and grease leak,
and the boot band (1) for loosening and damage. Check
the both sides of the joint and make sure that there is no
leak of grease from the cover press-in parts(3).

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