2003 Polaris Freedom, Virage and Genesis PWC Service Manual, Page 179Get this manual
Final DrivePropulsion Drive Shaft Inspection
1Clean driveshaft and support inblocks as shown (C)Measure runout by rotating shaft and observing dial indicator at point (B)Replace if runout exceeds the service limitNOTE: Excessive driveshaft runout can cause vibration, bearing, and spline failureSee PumpFinal Drive Troubleshooting at the end of chapter 2Drive Shaft Runout Service Limit: .005 (.13mm) Support in V-blocks at (C) Place dial indicator at (B) B
2Inspect driveshaft splines and splines inside engine drive coupler and impeller carefully for wear or damageReplace worn partsRubber bumpers control driveshaft end playReplace if worn, cracked or damagedNOTE: If drive shaft, impeller, or coupler splines are worn or damaged, improper pump-to-hull, or pump-toengine alignment should be suspectedRefer to Pump Drive shaft Alignment on pages 5.20 5.22 for more information