Miscellaneous items
13-1 Engine and drive train
Reasons for rejection
Condition
1. An engine, gearbox, transfer case, differential or other driveline mounting is insecure.
2. A driveshaft is bent or severely damaged.
3. A driveshaft flange:
a) is insecure, or
b) has a bolt or nut missing.
4. A driveshaft support bearing is:
a) insecure, or
b) worn beyond manufacturer’s specifications.
5. A driveshaft universal joint spider (cross) bearing:
a) is worn so that the movement in the joint is beyond manufacturer’s specifications, or
b) caps have loose or missing cap bolts or circlips, or
c) is damaged, displaced or the seals on the spider journals are missing.
6. A rubber doughnut-type driveshaft coupling:
a) is worn or damaged beyond manufacturer’s specifications, or
b) is split or delaminated so that its mechanical integrity is affected, or
c) securing bolt is loose or missing.
7. A driveshaft slip joint (spline) is worn beyond manufacturer’s specifications.
8. The universals in the driveshaft are not fitted in accordance with manufacturer’s specifications.
Figure 13-1-1. A typical driveshaft assembly
Summary of legislation
Applicable legislation
Condition and performance
1. The vehicle must be safe to be operated.
2. The components and materials must be fit for their purpose and within safe tolerance of their state when manufactured or modified.
Page amended 1 April 2024 (see amendment details).