2004 INFINITI QX56 Factory Service Manual

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INFINITI QX56 2004  Factory Service Manual RAX-6
WHEEL HUB
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4. Remove the cotter pin, then remove the nut from the drive shaft
using power tool.
Discard the cotter pin, use a new one for installation.
5. Remove t

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INFINITI QX56 2004  Factory Service Manual REAR DRIVE SHAFT
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REAR DRIVE SHAFTPFP:39600
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Rear Drive Shaft
Removal and InstallationEDS0 01 AV
REMOVAL
1. Remove the

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INFINITI QX56 2004  Factory Service Manual RAX-8
REAR DRIVE SHAFT
Revision: August 20072004 QX56
5. Separate the drive shaft from the wheel hub and bearing assembly by lightly tapping the end with a suit-
able hammer and wood block. If it is d

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DISASSEMBLY
Final Drive Side
1. Mount the drive shaft in a vise.
CAUTION:
When mounting the drive shaft in a vise, use

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INFINITI QX56 2004  Factory Service Manual RAX-10
REAR DRIVE SHAFT
Revision: August 20072004 QX56
INSPECTION AFTER DISASSEMBLY
Drive Shaft
Replace the drive shaft if there is any runout, cracking, or other damage.
Joint Sub-assembly
Check fo

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4. Install the ball cage, steel ball, and inner race assembly on the
shaft, and secure them tightly using the snap rin

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INFINITI QX56 2004  Factory Service Manual RAX-12
REAR DRIVE SHAFT
Revision: August 20072004 QX56
Wheel Side
1. Insert the Genuine NISSAN Grease or equivalent, into the joint
sub-assembly serration hole until the grease begins to ooze
from the

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8. Secure the big and small ends of the boot using new boot bands
as shown.
NOTE:
Discard the old boot bands and use n