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4. Attach the circlip to the drive shaft. The circlip must fit securely
into the drive shaft groove. Attach the nut to the joint sub-assem-
bly.
Use a soft hammer to press-fit the circlip.
NOTE:
Discard the old circlip and use a new one for assembly.
5. Insert the specified quantity of Genuine NISSAN Grease or
equivalent, into the joint sub-assembly and the large end of the
boot. Refer to MA-10, "
RECOMMENDED FLUIDS AND LUBRI-
CANTS" .
6. Install the boot securely into the grooves (indicated by the *
marks) as shown.
CAUTION:
If there is grease on the boot mounting surfaces (indicated
by the * marks) of the drive shaft and joint sub-assembly,
the boot may come off. Remove all grease from the drive
shaft surfaces.
7. Check that the boot installation length “L” is the specified length.
Insert a flat-tip screwdriver or similar tool into the big end of the
boot. Bleed the air from the boot to prevent boot deformation.
CAUTION:
The boot may break if the boot installation length is less than the specified length.
Do not contact inside surface of boot with the tip of the screwdriver.
8. Secure the big and small ends of the boot using new boot bands
as shown.
NOTE:
Discard the old boot bands and use new ones for assembly.
9. After installing the joint sub-assembly to the drive shaft, rotate the boot to check that it is positioned cor-
rectly. If the boot is not positioned correctly, reposition the boot and secure the boot using a new boot
band.Grease capacity : 145 − 165 g (5.11 − 5.82 oz)
RAC0049D
Boot installation length “L” : 168.4 mm (6.63 in)WDIA0288E
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Wheel BearingEDS001AN
Drive ShaftEDS001AO
Wheel bearing axial end play 0.05 mm (0.002 in) or less
Drive shaft joint typeFinal drive side Rzeppa
Wheel side Rzeppa
GreaseQualityNissan Genuine Grease or
equivalent
Capacity Final drive side 130 - 150 g (4.58 - 5.29 oz)
Wheel side 145 - 165 g (5.11 - 5.82 oz)
Boot length Final drive side "L " 145 mm (5.71 in)
Wheel side "L " 168.4 mm (6.63 in)
WDIA0055E
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Precautions .............................................................. 2
Precautions for Liquid Gasket .................................. 2
REMOVAL OF LIQUID GASKET SEALING .......... 2
LIQUID GASKET APPLICATION PROCEDURE ..... 2
PREPARATION ........................................................... 4
Special Service Tools ............................................... 4
Commercial Service Tools ........................................ 6
NOISE, VIBRATION AND HARSHNESS (NVH)
TROUBLESHOOTING ................................................ 7
NVH Troubleshooting Chart ..................................... 7
FRONT OIL SEAL ...................................................... 8
Removal and Installation .......................................... 8
REMOVAL ............................................................. 8
INSTALLATION ..................................................... 9
SIDE OIL SEALS ...................................................... 10
Removal and Installation ........................................ 10
REMOVAL ........................................................... 10
REAR COVER GASKET ...........................................11
Removal and Installation .........................................11
REMOVAL ............................................................11
INSTALLATION ....................................................11FRONT FINAL DRIVE ASSEMBLY .......................... 12
Removal and Installation ........................................ 12
REMOVAL ........................................................... 12
INSTALLATION ................................................... 13
Disassembly and Assembly .................................... 14
COMPONENTS ................................................... 14
ASSEMBLY INSPECTION AND ADJUSTMENT ... 15
DISASSEMBLY ................................................... 17
INSPECTION AFTER DISASSEMBLY ................ 22
ADJUSTMENT AND SELECTION OF ADJUST-
ING WASHERS ................................................... 23
ASSEMBLY ......................................................... 24
SERVICE DATA AND SPECIFICATIONS (SDS) ...... 32
General Specifications ............................................ 32
Inspection and Adjustment ..................................... 32
DIFFERENTIAL SIDE GEAR CLEARANCE ....... 32
PRELOAD TORQUE ........................................... 32
BACKLASH ......................................................... 32
COMPANION FLANGE RUNOUT ....................... 32
SELECTIVE PARTS ............................................ 32
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PRECAUTIONSPFP:00001
PrecautionsEDS0035E
CAUTION:
Before starting diagnosis of the vehicle, understand symptoms well. Perform correct and system-
atic operations.
Check for the correct installation status prior removal or disassembly. When matching marks are
required, be sure they do not interfere with the function of the parts they are applied to.
Carry out an overhaul in a clean work place, Using a dust proof room is recommended.
Before disassembly, using steam or white gasoline, completely remove sand and mud from the
exterior the unit, preventing them from entering into the unit during disassembly or assembly.
Check appearance of the disassembled parts for damage, deformation, and abnormal wear. If a
malfunction is detected, replace it with a new one.
Normally replace lock pins, oil seals, and bearings with new ones every times they are removed.
In principle, tighten bolts or nuts gradually in several steps working diagonally from inside to out-
side. If tightening sequence is specified, observe it.
Clean and flush the parts sufficiently and blow them dry.
Be careful not to damage the sliding surfaces and mating surface.
When applying sealant, remove the old sealant from the mounting surface; then remove any mois-
ture, oil, and foreign materials from the application and mounting surfaces.
Always use shop paper for cleaning the inside of components.
Avoid using cotton gloves or a shop cloth to prevent entering of lint.
During assembly, observe the specified tightening torque, and new differential gear oil, Vaseline,
or multi-purpose grease, as specified for each vehicle, when necessary.
Precautions for Liquid GasketEDS0035F
REMOVAL OF LIQUID GASKET SEALING
After removing nuts and bolts, separate the mating surface and
remove old liquid gasket sealing using Tool.
CAUTION:
Be careful not to damage the mating surfaces.
Tap seal cutter to insert it, and then slide it by tapping on the
side as shown.
In areas where Tool is difficult to use, use plastic hammer to
lightly tap the parts, to remove it.
CAUTION:
If for some unavoidable reason tool such as screwdriver is
used, be careful not to damage the mating surfaces.
LIQUID GASKET APPLICATION PROCEDURE
1. Using scraper, remove old liquid gasket adhering to the gasket
application surface and the mating surface.
Remove liquid gasket completely from the groove of the gas-
ket application surface, bolts, and bolt holes.
2. Thoroughly clean the mating surfaces and remove adhering
moisture, grease and foreign materials.Tool number : KV10111100 (J-37228)
WBIA0566E
PBIC0003E
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3. Attach liquid gasket tube to Tool.
Use Genuine RTV Silicone Sealant or equivalent. Refer to
GI-45, "
Recommended Chemical Products and Sealants" .
4. Apply liquid gasket without breaks to the specified location with
the specified dimensions.
If there is a groove for liquid gasket application, apply liquid
gasket to the groove.
As for bolt holes, normally apply liquid gasket inside the
holes. Occasionally, it should be applied outside the holes.
Make sure to read the text of this manual.
Within five minutes of liquid gasket application, install the mat-
ing component.
If liquid gasket protrudes, wipe it off immediately.
Do not retighten nuts or bolts after the installation.
After 30 minutes or more have passed from the installation, fill
engine oil and engine coolant.
CAUTION:
If there are specific instructions in this manual, observe
them.Tool number : WS39930000 ( — )
WBIA0567E
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PREPARATION
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PREPARATIONPFP:00002
Special Service ToolsEDS0035G
The actual shapes of Kent-Moore tools may differ from those of special service tools illustrated here.
Tool number
(Kent-Moore No.)
Tool nameDescription
KV10111100
(J-37228)
Seal cutterRemoving steel oil pan and rear timing chain
case
WS39930000
(—)
Tube presserPressing the tube of liquid gasket
ST35271000
(—)
DriftInstalling drive pinion front bearing outer
race.
a: 72 mm (2.83 in) dia.
b: 36 mm (1.42 in) dia.
KV38100500
(J-25273)
DriftInstalling front oil seal.
a: 80 mm (3.15 in) dia.
b: 60 mm (2.36 in) dia.
ST30021000
(—)
Puller
Removing side bearing inner race.
Removing drive pinion rear bearing inner
race.
KV38100300
(J-25523)
DriftInstalling side bearing inner race.
a: 54 mm (2.13 in) dia.
b: 46 mm (1.81 in) dia.
c: 32mm (1.26 in) dia.
ST30901000
(—)
DriftInstalling drive pinion rear bearing outer race.
A: 79mm (3.11 in) dia.
B: 45 mm (1.77 in) dia.
C: 35.2 mm (1.39 in) dia.
S-NT046
S-NT052
ZZA0702D
ZZA0811D
ZZA0700D
ZZA1046D
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KV40104810
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DriftInstalling drive pinion front bearing outer
race.
a: 68 mm (2.68 in) dia.
b: 55 mm (2.17 in) dia.
KV38102200
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DriftInstalling front oil seal.
a: 90 mm (3.54 in) dia.
b: 55.3 mm (2.18 in) dia.
c: 31 mm (1.22 in) dia,
ST33081000
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AdapterRemoving and installing side bearing inner
race.
a: 33.5 mm (1.32 in) dia.
b: 43 mm (1.69 in) dia.
KV38108300
(J-44195)
Companion flange wrenchRemoving and installing drive pinion nut.
ST3127S000
(J-25765-A)
Preload gauge
1. GG91030000
(J-25765)
Torque wrench
2. HT62940000
( — )
Socket adapter (1/2″)
3. HT62900000
( — )
Socket adapter (3/8″)Inspecting drive pinion bearing preload and
total preload
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(C-4040)
InstallerInstalling drive pinion rear bearing inner race.
KV40105230
(—)
DriftInstalling drive pinion rear bearing outer race.
a: 92 mm(3.62 in) dia.
b: 86 mm (3.39 in) dia. Tool number
(Kent-Moore No.)
Tool nameDescription
ZZA1003D
NT107
ZZA0881D
NT771
NT124
SDIA2607E
ZZA1141D