Title: Inspect the driveshaft center support bearings and mounts.
Course: Diesel Equipment Technology II (20107-II) > Section: Drive Train: Driveshaft and Universal Joint

Inspection should include

- checking brackets for straightness
- checking the rubber bushing for movement and condition
- checking the drive shaft for in-phase
- checking the yoke and U-joint position in relation to each other
- determining any needed action.

ASE 1: II. Drive Train: D. Driveshaft and Universal Joints (P-1)

Process/Skill Questions:

- What effect will a missing driveshaft boot have on the driveshaft?
- What damage will occur because of a failed universal joint?