Title: Check shaft balance and phasing; measure shaft runout; measure and adjust driveline angles.
Course: Automotive Technology III (20104-III) > Section: MANUAL DRIVE TRAIN AND AXLES: Drive Shaft and Half Shaft, Universal and Constant-Velocity (CV) Joint Diagnosis and Repair (Front, Rear, All-Wheel, and Four-Wheel Drive)

Procedures should include using a dial indicator to check

- driveshaft and yoke runout
- driveline angles
- proper alignment of joints

and determine needed action.

Process/Skill Questions:

- How does a technician properly phase a two-piece drive shaft?
- How are driveline angles adjusted?
- Why are phasing and driveline angles important?