Universal Joint: Inspection

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Clean the disassembled parts with a cloth, and check for wear, damage, or any other faults. If necessary, repair or replace faulty parts.

INSPECTION CHART

Inspection	Corrective action
Free play Swinging torque Yawing torque Looseness Fig 1 Standard value of universal joint free play: 0 mm (0 in) Max. value of universal joint swinging torque: 0.3 N.m (0.03 kgf-m, 0.2 ft-lb)	Replace if faulty.

Fig 1: Checking Universal Joint

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Measurement of folding torque of universal joint is as shown in Fig 2, Fig 3, Fig 4 & Fig 5 .

Service limit:

Maximum load; 5.49 N (0.56 kgf, 1.23 lb) or less

Fig 2: Measuring Of Folding Torque Of Universal Joint Long Yoke (1 Of 2)

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Service limit:

Maximum load; 5.49 N (0.56 kgf, 1.23 lb) or less

Fig 3: Measuring Of Folding Torque Of Universal Joint Long Yoke (2 Of 2)

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Service limit:

Maximum load; 8.43 N (0.86 kgf, 1.90 lb) or less

Fig 4: Measuring Of Folding Torque Of Universal Joint Short Yoke (1 Of 2)

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Service limit:

Maximum load; 8.43 N (0.86 kgf, 1.90 lb) or less

Fig 5: Measuring Of Folding Torque Of Universal Joint Short Yoke (2 Of 2)

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