2005 INFINITI QX4 Factory Service Manual

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INFINITI QX4 2005  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

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INFINITI QX4 2005  Factory Service Manual REAR DRIVE SHAFT
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REAR DRIVE SHAFTPFP:39600
ComponentsEDS003MA
Rear Drive Shaft
Removal and InstallationEDS001XP
REMOVAL
1. Remove the w

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INFINITI QX4 2005  Factory Service Manual RAX-8
REAR DRIVE SHAFT
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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

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3. If the plug needs to be removed, move the boot to the wheel side, then drive the plug out using a suitable
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INFINITI QX4 2005  Factory Service Manual RAX-10
REAR DRIVE SHAFT
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Check for any compression scars, cracks, or fractures.
CAUTION:
If any defective conditions are found in the joint sub-assembly components, rep

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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 ri

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INFINITI QX4 2005  Factory Service Manual RAX-12
REAR DRIVE SHAFT
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Wheel Side
1. Insert the Genuine NISSAN Grease or equivalent, into the joint
sub-assembly serration hole until the grease begins to ooze
from th

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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