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Universal Joint: Inspection

  1. Check for wear, damage or any other faults. Replace as necessary

    Service limit: 

    Universal joint play: 0 mm (0 in) 

    Maximum swing torque: 0.3 N (0.03 kgf, 0.07 lbf) 

    Fig 1: Checking Universal Joint Play And Swing Torque
    G06652809Courtesy of SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC.
  2. Measure the swing torque of universal joint.

    Service limit: 

    Maximum load: 3.8 N (0.39 kgf, 0.86 lbf) or less 

    Fig 2: Measuring Swing Torque Of Universal Joint - Yoke (Gearbox Side)
    G06652810Courtesy of SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC.

    Service limit: 

    Maximum load: 3.8 N (0.39 kgf, 0.86 lbf) or less 

    Fig 3: Measuring Swing Torque Of Universal Joint - Yoke (Gearbox Side)
    G06652811Courtesy of SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC.

    Service limit: 

    Maximum load: 7.3 N (0.74 kgf, 1.64 lbf) or less 

    Fig 4: Measuring Swing Torque Of Universal Joint - Yoke (Steering Column Side)
    G06652812Courtesy of SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC.

    Service limit: 

    Maximum load: 7.3 N (0.74 kgf, 1.64 lbf) or less 

    Fig 5: Measuring Swing Torque Of Universal Joint - Yoke (Steering Column Side)
    G06652813Courtesy of SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC.