Subaru Forester AWD 1999 2000 User Manual

[K100] 3-4DIAGNOSTICS

1. Propeller Shaft

1. Propeller Shaft

NOTE:
Vibration while cruising may be caused by an unbalanced tire, improper tire inflation pressure, improper
wheel alignment, etc.

Symptom Possible cause Remedy

1. Vibration of propeller shaft

NOTE:
Vibration is caused by propeller shaft
during operation and is transferred to
vehicle body. Generally vibration
increase in proportion to vehicle speed.

2. Tapping when starting and noise
while cruising, caused by propeller
shaft.

(1) Worn or damaged universal joint/
DOJ.

(2) Unbalanced propeller shaft due to
bend or dent.

(3) Loose installation of propeller shaft. Retighten.
(4) Worn or damaged center bearing and

damaged center mounting rubber.
(1) Worn or damaged universal joint/

DOJ.
(2) Worn spline of sleeve yoke. Replace.
(3) Loose installation of propeller shaft. Retighten.
(4) Loose installation of joint. Replace.
(5) Worn or damaged center bearing and

damaged center mounting rubber.

Replace.

Replace.

Replace.

Replace.

Replace.

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