2005 INFINITI QX4 Factory Service Manual

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b. Insert companion flange onto drive pinion. Tap the companion
flange with a soft hammer until fully seated.
c. Temporarily tighten r

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h. Align mark on bearing cap with that on gear carrier and install
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Do not tig

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13. Tighten to drive pinon nut, while adjust pinion bearing preload
torque.
CAUTION:
Adjust the lower limit of the drive pinion nut t

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4. Install pinion mate shaft to differential case so that it meets lock
pin holes.
5. Measure side gear end

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11. Install side bearing adjust nut into gear carrier.
12. Install differential case assembly with side bearing outer races
into gear

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21. Install new O-ring and extension tube.
CAUTION:
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SERVICE DATA AND SPECIFICATIONS (SDS)PFP:00030
General SpecificationsEDS003PM
Side Gear AdjustmentEDS003PN
Total Preload Ad

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Drive Pinion Height AdjustmentEDS003PP
*Always check with the Parts Department for the latest pa