Suzuki Vitara (LY) 2016-2017 · Service Manual General Description

Propeller Shaft Construction

Precautions: Precautions for Driveline / Axle · General safety (00)

Universal joints and ball joint require no maintenance. They are lubricated for life and cannot be lubricated on the vehicle. If a universal joint becomes noisy or worn, it must be replaced as a propeller shaft assembly.
The propeller shaft is a balanced unit. Handle it carefully so that balance can be maintained.
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[f]: Vehicle front icon: 33 N·m (3.4 kgf-m, 24.5 lbf-ft) icon: Do not reuse.
1. Propeller shaft assembly icon: 50 N·m (5.1 kgf-m, 37.0 lbf-ft)