2007 NISSAN 350Z Propeller Shaft Workshop Manual

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PROPELLER SHAFT
PRECAUTIONS .......................................................... 2
Precautions for Propeller Shaft ................................ 2
PREPARATION ........................................................... 3
Special Service Tools ............................................... 3
NOISE, VIBRATION AND HARSHNESS (NVH)
TROUBLESHOOTING ................................................ 4
NVH Troubleshooting Chart ..................................... 4
REAR PROPELLER SHAFT ...................................... 5
On-Vehicle Inspection .............................................. 5
APPEARANCE AND NOISE INSPECTION .......... 5PROPELLER SHAFT VIBRATION ........................ 5
Components ............................................................. 6
Removal and Installation .......................................... 6
REMOVAL ............................................................. 6
INSPECTION ........................................................ 7
INSTALLATION ..................................................... 8
SERVICE DATA AND SPECIFICATIONS (SDS) ...... 10
General Specifications ............................................ 10
Propeller Shaft Runout Limit ................................... 10

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PRECAUTIONS
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PRECAUTIONSPFP:00001
Precautions for Propeller ShaftNDS00001

If propeller shaft is dropped, replace propeller shaft with new one.

Do not hit, impact, or damage tube.

If damage such as cracks or peeling off in sealing (joint between
yoke and tube) is found, replace propeller shaft with new one.

If there is chipping or bend in tube, replace propeller shaft with
new one.

Check that the clearance is between tube and yoke flange. If
there is no clearance, replace propeller shaft.

Protect propeller shaft with protector (special service tool) during
work.
SDIA1837E

PREPARATION
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Special Service ToolsNDS00002
The actual shapes of Kent-Moore tools may differ from those of special service tools illustrated here.
Tool number
(Kent-Moore No.)
Tool nameDescription
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(J-46208)
Propeller shaft protector Removing and installing propeller shaft
SDIA1086E

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NOISE, VIBRATION AND HARSHNESS (NVH) TROUBLESHOOTING
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NOISE, VIBRATION AND HARSHNESS (NVH) TROUBLESHOOTINGPFP:00003
NVH Troubleshooting ChartNDS00003
Use the chart below to help you find the cause of the symptom. If necessary, repair or replace these parts.
×: ApplicableReference page
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NVH in RFD section
NVH in FAX, RAX, FSU, and RSU section
NVH in WT section
NVH in WT section
NVH in RAX section
NVH in BR section
NVH in PS section
Possible cause and SUSPECTED PARTS
Uneven rotating torque
Center bearing improper installation
Excessive center bearing axial end play
Center bearing mounting (insulator) cracks, damage or deterioration
Excessive joint angle
Rotation imbalance
Excessive runout
DIFFERENTIAL
AXLE AND SUSPENSION
TIRES
ROAD WHEEL
DRIVE SHAFT
BRAKES
STEERING
SymptomNoise××××××××××××××
Shake× × ××××××
Vibration××××××× ×× × ×

REAR PROPELLER SHAFT
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On-Vehicle InspectionNDS00004
APPEARANCE AND NOISE INSPECTION

Check the propeller shaft tube surface for dents or cracks. If damaged, replace propeller shaft assembly.

If damage such as cracks or peeling off sealing (joint between
yoke and tube) is found, replace propeller shaft with new one.

Check that the gap is between tube and yoke flange. If there is
no gap, replace propeller shaft.
PROPELLER SHAFT VIBRATION
If vibration is present at high speed, inspect propeller shaft runout first.
1. Measure propeller shaft runout at runout measuring points by
rotating final drive companion flange with hands.
2. If runout still exceeds specifications, separate propeller shaft at
final drive companion flange; then rotate companion flange 90,
180, 270 degrees and install propeller shaft.
3. Check runout again. If runout still exceeds specifications, replace propeller shaft assembly.
4. Check the vibration by driving vehicle.
SDIA1837E
Propeller shaft runout limit : 1.5 mm (0.059 in) or less
SDIA1087E
Propeller shaft runout measuring points
Dimension for M/T models A: 340 mm (13.39 in)
B: 660.5 mm (26.00 in)
C: 340 mm (13.39 in)
Dimension for A/T models A: 340 mm (13.39 in)
B: 641.5 mm (25.26 in)
C: 340 mm (13.39 in)
SDIA1088E

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REAR PROPELLER SHAFT
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ComponentsNDS00005
Removal and InstallationNDS00006
REMOVAL
1. Set transmission to neutral position.
2. Release parking brake.
3. To keep space for removing propeller shaft, first detach rear-side
mounts (4 locations) of exhaust tube and main muffler. Then
lower exhaust tube and main muffler, and support them with jack
or equivalent. (See the figure.)
4. Attach protector (special service tool) to propeller shaft. (When
reused.)
1. Propeller shaft
PDIA0645E
PDIA1274E
Tool number : — (J-46208)
SDIA1091E

REAR PROPELLER SHAFT
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5. Put matching marks on flange yoke with final drive companion
flange. (When reused.)
CAUTION:
For matching mark, use paint. Do not damage flange yoke
and companion flange.
6. Remove propeller shaft fixing bolts and nuts. Then propeller
shaft.
INSPECTION

Inspect propeller shaft runout at measuring points. If runout
exceeds specifications, replace propeller shaft assembly.

Inspect journal axial play. If the play exceeds specifications,
replace propeller shaft assembly.

Check propeller shaft for bend and damage. If damage is
detected, replace propeller shaft assembly.
CAUTION:
Do not disassemble joints.
SDIA1822E
Propeller shaft runout limit : 1.5 mm (0.059 in) or less
SPD106
Propeller shaft runout measuring points
Dimension for M/T models A: 340 mm (13.39 in)
B: 660.5 mm (26.00 in)
C: 340 mm (13.39 in)
Dimension for A/T models A: 340 mm (13.39 in)
B: 641.5 mm (25.26 in)
C: 340 mm (13.39 in)
SDIA1088E
Journal axial play : 0 mm (0 in)
SPD874

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REAR PROPELLER SHAFT
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INSTALLATION
When Installing New Propeller Shaft
CAUTION:

When installing propeller shaft, handle it carefully.

Propeller shaft must be installed with packing material attached (delivered condition). Do not
install propeller shaft with packing material removed.
1. Insert propeller shaft with packing material between floor rein-
forcement and floor panel.
CAUTION:
After insertion, check that shift control boot does not come
off (M/T models).
2. Install propeller shaft while aligning its matching mark A with the
matching mark B on the joint as close as possible.
3. Temporarily tighten bolts and nuts.
4. Press down propeller shaft with matching mark C facing upward.
Then tighten fixing bolts and nuts to the specified torque. Refer
to PR-6, "
Components" .
5. Remove packing material from propeller shaft.
6. Return exhaust system to its original position. For tightening
torque, EX-3, "
EXHAUST SYSTEM" .
7. After assembly, perform a driving test to check propeller shaft
vibration. If vibration occurred, separate propeller shaft from
final drive. Reinstall companion flange after rotating it by 90,
180, 270 degrees. Then perform driving test and check propeller
shaft vibration again at each point.
SDIA1089E
PDIA0423E
PDIA0424E
SDIA1090E