Lexus NX: Inspection
Lexus NX Service Manual / Drivetrain / Drive Shaft / Propeller Shaft / Rear 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 REAR DRIVE SHAFT ASSEMBLY
| (a) Check that there is no excessive play in the radial direction of the inboard joint and outboard joint. |
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(b) Check the inboard joint boot and outboard joint boot for damage.
| (c) Check that the inboard joint boot and outboard joint boot are not stretched or contracted when the rear drive shaft assembly is at the standard length. Length (A): 598.1 to 608.1 cm (1.96 to 1.99 ft.) NOTICE: Keep the rear drive shaft assembly level during inspection. If the inboard joint boot and outboard joint boot are stretched or contracted, correct them. |
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Reassembly
REASSEMBLY CAUTION / NOTICE / HINT NOTICE:
When using a vise, place aluminum plates between the part and vise.
When using a vise, do not overtighten it.
HINT:
Use the same procedure for the
Installation
INSTALLATION CAUTION / NOTICE / HINT HINT:
Use the same procedure for the RH and LH sides.
The procedure listed below is for the LH side.
PROCEDURE 1. INSTALL REAR DRIVE SHAFT ASSEMBLY LH (
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On-vehicle Inspection
ON-VEHICLE INSPECTION PROCEDURE 1. CHECK STEERING WHEEL FREE PLAY (a) Stop the vehicle and align the tires facing straight ahead. (b) Turn the steering wheel assembly gently right and left, and check the steering wheel free play. Maximum free play: 30 mm (1.18 in.) If the free play is more than
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