Propeller Shafts; General Description; Propeller Shaft Construction; Diagnostic Information And Procedures - Suzuki 2006 SX4 Service Manual

Propeller Shafts

Driveline / Axle

Propeller Shaft Construction

Universal joints and ball joint require no maintenance. They are lubricated for life and can not be lubricated on the
vehicle. If a universal joint becomes noisy or worn, it must be replaced.
The propeller shaft is a balanced unit. Handle it carefully so that balance can be maintained.

Propeller Shaft Symptom Diagnosis

Condition
Abnormal noise
Vibration

Propeller Shaft Joint Check

If universal joints and ball joint are suspected of
producing chattering or rattling noise, inspect them for
wear. For universal joint, check to see if cross spider
rattles in yokes are worn down and replace defective
propeller shaft assembly with new one.
Noise coming from universal joint and ball joint can be
easily distinguished from other noises because rhythm
of chattering or rattling is in step with cruising speed.

General Description

3
1
(a)
1. Propeller shaft flange bolt
2. Center support nut
3. Propeller shaft assembly

Diagnostic Information and Procedures

Possible cause
Loose propeller shaft flange bolt and/or
center support nut
Spider bearing worn out or stuck
Wear spider
Deformed propeller shaft

Repair Instructions

S6RW0C3406001
2
(b)
: 23 N⋅m (2.3 kgf-m, 17.0 lb-ft)
: 55 N⋅m (5.5 kgf-m, 40.0 lb-ft)
Correction / Reference Item
Tighten propeller shaft flange bolt and/or
center support nut.
Replace propeller shaft.
Replace propeller shaft.
Replace.
Noise is pronounced particularly on standing start or in
coasting condition (when braking effect of engine is
showing in the drive line).
Propeller Shafts: 3D-1
S6RW0C3401001
1
(a)
I5RW0A340004-01
S6RW0C3404001
I5JB0A340003-01