DRIVELINE DRIVELINE U-Joints For SPL170XL and SPL250XL, the U-joint lube interval changes after the initial lube at 350,000 miles. After the first lube interval, the U-joint needs lubrication every 150,000 miles. Inspection of the U-joints is the same regardless of when the U-joint grease interval occurs. Driveshaft Maintenance The slip joints and universal joints of the driveshaft should be lubricated periodically. Use a good quality lithium-soap-base or equivalent extreme pressure (E.P.) grease: NLGI Grade 2. Improper lubrication of U-joints can cause them to fail prematurely. The driveshaft could separate from the vehicle and result in an accident.
Make sure lubricant is purged at all four ends of each U-joint and loosen caps if necessary. Also, regularly inspect U-joints for excessive wear or movement, and repair or replace as necessary. Failure to comply may result in death, personal injury, equipment or property damage. WARNING! Dana SPL U-joints and driveshafts should be inspected every time a vehicle comes in for scheduled maintenance (Refer to Spicer Driveshaft service manual DSSM-0100 (3264-SPL) for detailed instructions.) The slip joints and universal joints of the drive shaft should be lubricated according to Preventive Maintenance Schedule on page 5-12.
5 Use a good quality lithium-soap-base or equivalent extreme pressure (E.P.) grease: NLGI Grade 2. Use only Spicer Driveshaft approved lubricants when greasing Spicer SPL U-joints. Use only Spicer Driveshaft approved lubricants when greasing Spicer SPL U-joints. (03/17) Y53-6077-1B1 5-139