Toyota Venza Quiz
Drive Shaft / Propeller Shaft

Inspection

In this manual: Drive Shaft / Propeller Shaft
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INSPECTION PROCEDURE

1. INSPECT REAR DRIVE SHAFT ASSEMBLY

(a) Check whether the drive shaft dimensions are within the following specifications.

HINT:

The following table shows the dimension (A) of the drive shaft.

Dimension (A)

LH

762.1 to 772.1 mm (2.50 to 2.53 ft.)

RH

742.1 to 752.1 mm (2.43 to 2.47 ft.)

(b) Check that there is no remarkable play in the radial direction of the outboard joint.

(c) Check that the inboard joint slides smoothly in the thrust direction.

(d) Check that there is no remarkable play in the radial direction of the inboard joint.

(e) Check the boots for damage.

Test yourself

A quick Toyota Venza quiz: every answer comes with an explanation and a link to the manual page.