Isuzu Amigo / Axiom / Trooper / Rodeo / VehiCross. Manual - part 653

4C–38

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)

401RS007

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)

401RS027

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)

401RS009

4C–39

DRIVE SHAFT SYSTEM

Play in Universal Joint

Limit: Less  than 0.1 mm (0.004 in)

401RS010

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.

401RW050

401RW049

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).

401RW048

4C–40

DRIVE SHAFT SYSTEM

401RW047

Front Axle Flange Run-out

1. Set a dial gage at right angle near the outer

circumference of the flange face and check the
run-out of the flange face.

Limit: 0.15 mm (0.006 in)

401RW046

2. Set a dial gage at right angle near the inner

circumference and check the run-out of the flange.

Limit: 0.15 mm (0.006 in)

401RW045

3. If vibration is felt during the 4H AUTO drive, disconnct

the propeller shaft at the front axle. Reinstall the
propeller shaft at 60

°

, 120

°

, 180

°

, 240

°

, and  300

°

and conduct test drive in each position and check if
there is vibration.

401RW044

4C–41

DRIVE SHAFT SYSTEM

Universal Joint Reassembly

1. Install spider to flange yoke. Be sure to install the

spider by aligning the setting marks made during
disassembly.

2. Apply a molybdenum–disulfide grease or a

multi–purpose type grease NLGI No. 2 to inside of the
bearing cap.

Grease Amount: Approx. 1.2 g (0.042 oz)

401RS011

3. Using either a mallet (or copper hammer) or a press,

install the needle roller bearing into the yoke so that
the snap ring can be installed in its groove.

CAUTION: The  needle roller bearing cannot be
installed smoothly if it is set at an incorrect angle
with the flange and excessive hammering will
damage the needle roller bearing.

401RS012

4. Align setting marks (1) and join the yokes.

401RS028

5. Install snap ring.

NOTE: Discard used snap rings and install new ones.
When the bearing cap is in position, select and attach a
snap ring of suitable thickness so that the end play of the
spider pin is held within 0.1 mm (0.004 in).

Snap ring thickness and Identification color
1.5 mm (0.059 in); Blue
1.53 mm (0.060 in); White
1.59 mm (0.063 in); Yellow
1.62 mm (0.064 in); Green
1.68 mm (0.066 in); Not colored

NOTE: Be sure to use snap rings of the same thickness
on both sides.