2007 INFINITI M35 Factory Service Manual

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INFINITI M35 2007  Factory Service Manual FFD-18
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4. If tooth contact is improperly adjusted, follow the procedure
below to adjust the pinion height (dimension X).
PDIA0667E
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If the tooth contact is near the face (face contact), or near the
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c. If the runout value is still outside of the limit after the check and repair, replace companion flange.
DISASSEMBLY
Side Shaft Ass

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7. Remove differential case assembly from gear carrier.
8. Remove side oil seal (right side) from side ret

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13. Remove side bearing inner race.
To prevent damage to bearing, engage puller jaws in groove
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CAUTION:
To prevent damage to the

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19. Turn pinion mate gear, then remove pinion mate gears, pinion
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5. Press drive pinion assembly out of gear carrier.
CAUTION:
Do not drop drive pinion assembly.
6. Remove front oil seal.
7. Remove p

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ADJUSTMENT AND SELECTION OF ADJUSTING WASHERS (SHIMS)
Differential Side Gear Clearance
Assemble the diffe