Drive shafts (Renault 19)

Each drive shaft consists of 3 parts: a movable joint welded to the axle, a shaft body fastened with a fine-spline joint, and a constant velocity joint (CV joint) on the wheel side. Since the gearbox housing is not located in the center of the engine compartment, the transmission of traction to the front wheels occurs through the long and short drive shafts. In addition, drive shafts from different manufacturers and depending on the model have different weights.



When checking the sealing cuffs of the drive shaft protection, also check the strength of the fastening of the inner (1) and outer clamping band clamp (2). Use nippers to tighten the clamps. To do this, bend the edge of the clamping band into the shape of a flattened "O" and pull it together with nippers in such a way as to secure the sealing cuff. The drive shaft must be clean at the point where the sealing cuff is fastened.