Propeller Shaft

The propeller shaft (5, 6 and 10) is a hollow shaft or tube that connects the transmission output shaft to the differential. The propeller shaft is connected to the transmission with a universal joint and a splined slip yoke and to the rear axle with a universal joint and a fixed yoke (companion flange).


This engine has a one piece propeller shaft is used. The splined slip yoke used, may have a vibration damper included.

Important: If a vehicle is to be undercoated, the propeller shaft must be kept free from undercoating material. Undercoating or any other foreign material will upset the propeller shaft balance and may produce serious vibrations.