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7. Install the boot securely into the grooves (indicated by * marks)
as shown.
CAUTION:
If there is grease on boot mounting surfaces (indicated by *
marks) of shaft and housing, boot may come off. Remove
all grease from surfaces.
8. Check that the boot installation length “L” is the length indicated
below. Insert a suitable tool into the large end of the boot, as
shown. Bleed air from the boot to prevent boot deformation.
CAUTION:
• The boot may break if the boot installation length is less than the specified value.
• Do not contact inside surface of boot with tip of the suitable tool.
9. Secure the large and small ends of the boot with the new boot
bands as shown.
NOTE:
Discard the old boot bands and use new ones for assembly.
10. After installing the sliding joint housing to the drive shaft, rotate the boot to check that the boot is posi-
tioned correctly. If the boot is not positioned correctly, reposition the boot and secure the boot using a new
boot band.
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 ball groove and serration hole. Refer to MA-10
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inserting the grease, use a shop cloth to wipe off the grease that
has oozed out.
2. Wrap the serrated part of the drive shaft with tape. Install the
boot band and boot onto the shaft. Do not damage the boot.
NOTE:
Discard the old boot band and boot and use a new one for
assembly.
3. Remove the protective tape wound around the serrated part of
the drive shaft.Boot installation length “L ” : 145 mm (5.71 in)
WDIA0287E
SFA395
SDIA1127E
SFA800
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4. Attach the circlip to the drive shaftm making sure circlip fits
securely into groove on drive shaft. Then install drive shaft nut to
end of joint sub-assembly, and press-fit the circlip using a suit-
able tool as shown.
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
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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 suitable tool into the large end of the boot, as shown.
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 suitable tool.
8. Secure large and small ends of the boot using new boot bands
using tool as shown.
NOTE:
Discard the old boot bands and use new ones for assembly.
• Secure boot band so that dimension "M" meets specification
as shown.
9. After installing the housing to the shaft, rotate the boot to check that it is positioned correctly. If the boot is
not positioned correctly, remove the old boot bands then reposition the boot and secure the boot with new
boot bands.Grease capacity : 145 − 165 g (5.11 − 5.82 oz)
RAC0049D
Boot installation length “L” : 168.4 mm (6.63 in)
Tool number : KV40107300 ( — )
WDIA0288E
RAC1133D
Dimension "M" : 1.0 – 4.0 mm (0.39 – 1.57 in)
DSF0047D
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SERVICE DATA AND SPECIFICATIONS (SDS)
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Wheel BearingINFOID:0000000003532618
Drive ShaftINFOID:0000000003532619
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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FRONT FINAL DRIVE
SERVICE INFORMATION ............................2
PRECAUTIONS ...................................................2
Precaution for Servicing Front Final Drive ................2
PREPARATION ...................................................3
Special Service Tool .................................................3
Commercial Service Tool ..........................................5
NOISE, VIBRATION AND HARSHNESS
(NVH) TROUBLESHOOTING .............................
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NVH Troubleshooting Chart ......................................6
DIFFERENTIAL GEAR OIL .................................7
Changing Differential Gear Oil ..................................7
Checking Differential Gear Oil ...................................7
FRONT OIL SEAL ..............................................8
Removal and Installation ..........................................8
SIDE OIL SEAL .................................................10
Removal and Installation .........................................10
CARRIER COVER .............................................11
Removal and Installation .........................................11
FRONT FINAL DRIVE ASSEMBLY ..................12
Removal and Installation .........................................12
Disassembly and Assembly .....................................13
SERVICE DATA AND SPECIFICATIONS
(SDS) .................................................................
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General Specification ..............................................31
Inspection and Adjustment ......................................31
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PRECAUTIONS
Precaution for Servicing Front Final DriveINFOID:0000000003532584
• Before starting diagnosis of the vehicle, understand the symptoms well. Perform correct and systematic
operations.
• Check for the correct installation status prior to removal or disassembly. When matching marks are required,
be certain they do not interfere with the function of the parts they are applied to.
• Overhaul should be done in a clean work area, a dust proof area is recommended.
• Before disassembly, completely remove sand and mud from the exterior of the unit, preventing them from
entering into the unit during disassembly or assembly.
• Always use shop paper for cleaning the inside of components.
• Avoid using cotton gloves or a shop cloth to prevent the entering of lint.
• Check appearance of the disassembled parts for damage, deformation, and abnormal wear. Replace them
with new ones if necessary.
• Gaskets, seals and O-rings should be replaced any time the unit is disassembled.
• Clean and flush the parts sufficiently and blow them dry.
• Be careful not to damage sliding surfaces and mating surfaces.
• When applying sealant, remove the old sealant from the mating surface; then remove any moisture, oil, and
foreign materials from the application and mating surfaces.
• In principle, tighten nuts or bolts gradually in several steps working diagonally from inside to outside. If a
tightening sequence is specified, observe it.
• During assembly, observe the specified tightening torque.
• Add new differential gear oil, petroleum jelly, or multi-purpose grease, as specified.
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Special Service ToolINFOID:0000000003532585
The actual shapes of Kent-Moore tools may differ from those of special service tools illustrated here.
Tool number
(Kent-Moore No.)
Tool nameDescription
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: 32 mm (1.26 in) dia.
ST30901000
(—)
DriftInstalling drive pinion rear bearing outer race.
A: 79 mm (3.11 in) dia.
B: 45 mm (1.77 in) dia.
C: 35.2 mm (1.39 in) dia.
KV40104810
(—)
DriftInstalling drive pinion front bearing outer
race.
a: 68 mm (2.68 in) dia.
b: 55 mm (2.17 in) dia.
ZZA0702D
ZZA0811D
ZZA0700D
ZZA1046D
SDIA0217J
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KV38102200
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DriftInstalling front oil seal.
a: 90 mm (3.54 in) dia.
b: 55.3 mm (2.18 in) dia.
ST33081000
(—)
AdapterRemoving and installing side bearing inner
race.
a: 43 mm (1.69 in) dia.
b: 33.5 mm (1.32 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
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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: 85.5 mm (3.37 in) dia. Tool number
(Kent-Moore No.)
Tool nameDescription
NT660
ZZA1000D
NT771
NT124
SDIA2607E
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Commercial Service ToolINFOID:0000000003532586
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(C-4171)
Handle• Removing drive pinion front bearing outer
race
• Removing drive pinion rear bearing outer
race
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(D-103)
RemoverRemoving drive pinion front bearing outer
race
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(C-4307)
RemoverRemoving drive pinion rear bearing outer
race Tool number
(Kent-Moore No.)
Tool nameDescription
LDIA0134E
LDIA0135E
LDIA0135E
(Kent-Moore No.)
Tool nameDescription
(SP8P)
Slide hammer• Removing front oil seal
• Removing side oil seal
Power toolLoosening bolts and nuts
LDIA0133E
PBIC0190E