Lexus NX: Inspection

Lexus NX Service Manual / Drivetrain / Drive Shaft / Propeller Shaft / Front Drive Shaft Assembly / Inspection

INSPECTION

CAUTION / NOTICE / HINT

NOTICE:

When using a vise, place aluminum plates between the part and vise.
When using a vise, do not overtighten it.

PROCEDURE

1. INSPECT FRONT DRIVE SHAFT ASSEMBLY

(a) Check that there is no excessive play in the radial direction of the inboard joint and outboard joint.

(b) Check the front axle inboard joint boot and front axle outboard joint boot for damage.

(c) Check that the front axle inboard joint boot and front axle outboard joint boot are not stretched or contracted when the front drive shaft assembly is at the standard length.

Length (A):

Item	Length
LH Side	568.5 mm (1.86 ft.)
RH Side	922.5 mm (3.03 ft.)

NOTICE:

Keep the front drive shaft assembly level during inspection.

If the front axle inboard joint boot and front axle outboard joint boot are stretched or contracted, correct them.

*a	for LH Side
*b	for RH Side

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