TRANSMISSION & DRIVELINE

SECTION FAX FRONT AXLE

B

FAX

E
CONTENTS
2WD PRECAUTION .............................................. 11 F

PRECAUTION ............................................... 3 PRECAUTIONS ................................................. 11

Precaution for Supplemental Restraint System G
PRECAUTIONS ................................................... 3 (SRS) "AIR BAG" and "SEAT BELT PRE-TEN-
Precaution for Supplemental Restraint System SIONER" .................................................................11
(SRS) "AIR BAG" and "SEAT BELT PRE-TEN- Precaution Necessary for Steering Wheel Rota-
SIONER" ................................................................... 3 H
tion after Battery Disconnect ...................................11
Precaution Necessary for Steering Wheel Rota- Precautions for Drive Shaft ......................................12
tion after Battery Disconnect ..................................... 3
PREPARATION ........................................... 13 I
PREPARATION ............................................ 5
PREPARATION ................................................. 13
PREPARATION ................................................... 5 Special Service Tools ..............................................13
Commercial Service Tools ........................................ 5 Commercial Service Tools .......................................13 J

SYMPTOM DIAGNOSIS ............................... 6 SYMPTOM DIAGNOSIS .............................. 15

K
NOISE, VIBRATION AND HARSHNESS NOISE, VIBRATION AND HARSHNESS
(NVH) TROUBLESHOOTING ............................. 6 (NVH) TROUBLESHOOTING ........................... 15
NVH Troubleshooting Chart ...................................... 6 NVH Troubleshooting Chart ....................................15
L
PERIODIC MAINTENANCE .......................... 7 PERIODIC MAINTENANCE ........................ 16
FRONT WHEEL HUB AND KNUCKLE .............. 7 FRONT WHEEL HUB AND KNUCKLE ............ 16 M
Inspection .................................................................. 7 Inspection ................................................................16
REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION ................ 8 FRONT DRIVE SHAFT ..................................... 17
Inspection ................................................................17 N
FRONT WHEEL HUB AND KNUCKLE .............. 8
Exploded View .......................................................... 8 REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION ............... 18
Removal and Installation ........................................... 8
FRONT WHEEL HUB AND KNUCKLE ............ 18 O
Inspection .................................................................. 9
Exploded View .........................................................18
SERVICE DATA AND SPECIFICATIONS Removal and Installation .........................................18
(SDS) ............................................................ 10 Inspection ................................................................20 P

SERVICE DATA AND SPECIFICATIONS FRONT DRIVE SHAFT BOOT .......................... 21

(SDS) ..................................................................10 Exploded View .........................................................21
Wheel Hub and Bearing Assembly ......................... 10 Removal and Installation .........................................21
4WD Inspection ................................................................21

FRONT DRIVE SHAFT ..................................... 22

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 Exploded View ........................................................ 22 SERVICE DATA AND SPECIFICATIONS
Removal and Installation ........................................ 22 (SDS) .......................................................... 29
WHEEL SIDE ............................................................ 23 SERVICE DATA AND SPECIFICATIONS
WHEEL SIDE : Disassembly and Assembly ........... 23
(SDS) ................................................................. 29
FINAL DRIVE SIDE ................................................... 26 Wheel Hub and Bearing Assembly ......................... 29
FINAL DRIVE SIDE : Disassembly and Assembly... 26 Drive Shaft .............................................................. 29
Inspection ............................................................... 28

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PRECAUTION A
PRECAUTIONS
Precaution for Supplemental Restraint System (SRS) "AIR BAG" and "SEAT BELT B
PRE-TENSIONER" INFOID:0000000006271838

The Supplemental Restraint System such as “AIR BAG” and “SEAT BELT PRE-TENSIONER”, used along C
with a front seat belt, helps to reduce the risk or severity of injury to the driver and front passenger for certain
types of collision. This system includes seat belt switch inputs and dual stage front air bag modules. The SRS
system uses the seat belt switches to determine the front air bag deployment, and may only deploy one front
air bag, depending on the severity of a collision and whether the front occupants are belted or unbelted. FAX
Information necessary to service the system safely is included in the “SRS AIR BAG” and “SEAT BELT” of this
Service Manual.
WARNING: E
• To avoid rendering the SRS inoperative, which could increase the risk of personal injury or death in
the event of a collision that would result in air bag inflation, all maintenance must be performed by
an authorized NISSAN/INFINITI dealer.
F
• Improper maintenance, including incorrect removal and installation of the SRS, can lead to personal
injury caused by unintentional activation of the system. For removal of Spiral Cable and Air Bag
Module, see the “SRS AIR BAG”.
• Do not use electrical test equipment on any circuit related to the SRS unless instructed to in this G
Service Manual. SRS wiring harnesses can be identified by yellow and/or orange harnesses or har-
ness connectors.
PRECAUTIONS WHEN USING POWER TOOLS (AIR OR ELECTRIC) AND HAMMERS H
WARNING:
• When working near the Air Bag Diagnosis Sensor Unit or other Air Bag System sensors with the
ignition ON or engine running, DO NOT use air or electric power tools or strike near the sensor(s) I
with a hammer. Heavy vibration could activate the sensor(s) and deploy the air bag(s), possibly
causing serious injury.
• When using air or electric power tools or hammers, always switch the ignition OFF, disconnect the J
battery, and wait at least 3 minutes before performing any service.
Precaution Necessary for Steering Wheel Rotation after Battery Disconnect
INFOID:0000000006271942 K
NOTE:
• Before removing and installing any control units, first turn the push-button ignition switch to the LOCK posi-
tion, then disconnect both battery cables. L
• After finishing work, confirm that all control unit connectors are connected properly, then re-connect both
battery cables.
• Always use CONSULT-III to perform self-diagnosis as a part of each function inspection after finishing work. M
If a DTC is detected, perform trouble diagnosis according to self-diagnosis results.
For vehicle with steering lock unit, if the battery is disconnected or discharged, the steering wheel will lock and
cannot be turned.
If turning the steering wheel is required with the battery disconnected or discharged, follow the operation pro- N
cedure below before starting the repair operation.
OPERATION PROCEDURE
O
1. Connect both battery cables.
NOTE:
Supply power using jumper cables if battery is discharged.
2. Turn the push-button ignition switch to ACC position. P
(At this time, the steering lock will be released.)
3. Disconnect both battery cables. The steering lock will remain released with both battery cables discon-
nected and the steering wheel can be turned.
4. Perform the necessary repair operation.

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5. When the repair work is completed, re-connect both battery cables. With the brake pedal released, turn
the push-button ignition switch from ACC position to ON position, then to LOCK position. (The steering
wheel will lock when the push-button ignition switch is turned to LOCK position.)
6. Perform self-diagnosis check of all control units using CONSULT-III.

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PREPARATION A
PREPARATION
Commercial Service Tools INFOID:0000000006225414
B

Tool name Description

C
Power tool Loosening bolts and nuts

FAX

E
PBIC0190E

Ball joint remover • Removing ball joint for steering knuckle

• Removing hub bolt
F

NT146

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SYMPTOM DIAGNOSIS
NOISE, VIBRATION AND HARSHNESS (NVH) TROUBLESHOOTING
NVH Troubleshooting Chart INFOID:0000000006225415

Use chart below to find the cause of the symptom. If necessary, repair or replace these parts.

NVH in FAX and FSU sections

NVH in WT section

NVH in WT section

NVH in BR section

NVH in ST section
FAX-8

FAX-7
—
Reference

FRONT AXLE AND FRONT SUSPENSION

Improper installation, looseness

Wheel bearing damage

Possible cause and SUSPECTED PARTS

Parts interference

ROAD WHEEL

STEERING
BRAKE
TIRE
Noise × × × × × × × ×
Shake × × × × × × × ×
Vibration × × × × × ×
Symptom FRONT AXLE
Shimmy × × × × × × ×
Judder × × × × × ×
Poor quality ride or handling × × × × ×
×: Applicable

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PERIODIC MAINTENANCE A
FRONT WHEEL HUB AND KNUCKLE
Inspection INFOID:0000000006225416
B

MOUNTING INSPECTION
Make sure that the mounting conditions (looseness, backlash) of each component and component conditions C
(wear, damage) are normal.
WHEEL BEARING INSPECTION
• Move wheel hub and bearing assembly in the axial direction by hand. Make sure there is no looseness of FAX
wheel hub and bearing assembly.

Axial end play : Refer to FAX-10, "Wheel Hub and Bearing Assembly". E
• Rotate wheel hub and bearing assembly and make sure that is no unusual noise or other irregular condi-
tions. If there is any of irregular conditions, replace wheel hub and bearing assembly.
F

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REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION

FRONT WHEEL HUB AND KNUCKLE
Exploded View INFOID:0000000006225418

JPDIF0294GB

1. Steering knuckle 2. Cotter pin 3. Splash guard

4. Hub bolt 5. Wheel hub and bearing assembly 6. Disc rotor
Refer to GI-4, "Components" for symbols in the figure.

Removal and Installation INFOID:0000000006225419

REMOVAL
1. Remove tires with power tool. Refer to WT-64, "Removal and Installation".
2. Remove brake hose bracket. Refer to BR-23, "FRONT : Removal and Installation".
3. Remove caliper assembly mounting bolts. Hang caliper assembly in a place where it will not interfere with
work. Refer to BR-37, "BRAKE CALIPER ASSEMBLY : Removal and Installation".
CAUTION:
Never depress brake pedal while brake caliper is removed.
4. Remove disc rotor.
CAUTION:
• Put matching marks on the wheel hub and bearing assembly and the disc rotor before removing
the disc rotor.
• Never drop disc rotor.
5. Remove wheel sensor harness. Refer to BRC-134, "FRONT WHEEL SENSOR : Removal and Installa-
tion".
CAUTION:
Never pull on wheel sensor harness.
6. Remove steering outer socket. Refer to ST-42, "Removal and Installation".
7. Set suitable jack under lower link.

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8. Remove shock absorber mounting bolt from lower link. Refer to FSU-10, "Removal and Installation".
9. Separate upper link from steering knuckle, using the ball joint remover (commercial service tool), and A
remove upper link.
CAUTION:
• Temporarily tighten the nut to prevent damage to threads and to prevent the ball joint remover B
from suddenly coming off.
• Never damage ball joint boot.
10. Remove wheel hub and bearing assembly, and then remove splash guard.
C
11. Remove lower link from steering knuckle.
CAUTION:
Never damage ball joint boot.
FAX
12. Remove steering knuckle.
13. Remove hub bolts (1) from wheel hub and bearing assembly,
using the ball joint remover (A) (commercial service tool).
E
CAUTION:
• Remove hub bolt only when necessary.
• Never hammer the hub bolt to avoid impact to the wheel
hub and bearing assembly. F
• Pull out the hub bolt in a direction perpendicular to the
wheel hub and bearing assembly.
G
14. Perform inspection after removal. Refer to FAX-9, "Inspection".
JPDIF0299ZZ

INSTALLATION H
Note the following, and install in the reverse order of removal.
• Place a suitable washer (A) as shown in the figure to install the hub
bolts (1) by using the tightening force of the nut (B). I
CAUTION:
• Check that there is no clearance between wheel hub and
bearing assembly, and hub bolt.
• Never reuse hub bolt. J
• Perform the final tightening of each of parts under unladen condi-
tions, which were removed when removing wheel hub and bearing
assembly and steering knuckle. K
• Never reuse cotter pin.
• Perform inspection after installation. Refer to FAX-9, "Inspection".
JPDIF0300ZZ

L
Inspection INFOID:0000000006225420

INSPECTION AFTER REMOVAL

M
Check components for deformation, cracks, and other damage. Replace it if necessary.
Ball Joint Inspection
Check boots of lower link and steering outer socket ball joint for breakage, axial play, and torque. Refer to
N
FSU-15, "Inspection" and ST-46, "Inspection".
INSPECTION AFTER INSTALLATION
1. Check wheel sensor harness for proper connection. Refer to BRC-134, "FRONT WHEEL SENSOR : O
Exploded View".
2. Check the wheel alignment. Refer to FSU-7, "Inspection".
3. Adjust neutral position of steering angle sensor. Refer to BRC-64, "Work Procedure". P

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SERVICE DATA AND SPECIFICATIONS (SDS)

SERVICE DATA AND SPECIFICATIONS (SDS)
Wheel Hub and Bearing Assembly INFOID:0000000006225429

Item Standard
Axial end play 0.05 mm (0.002 in) or less

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PRECAUTION A
PRECAUTIONS
Precaution for Supplemental Restraint System (SRS) "AIR BAG" and "SEAT BELT B
PRE-TENSIONER" INFOID:0000000006271941

The Supplemental Restraint System such as “AIR BAG” and “SEAT BELT PRE-TENSIONER”, used along C
with a front seat belt, helps to reduce the risk or severity of injury to the driver and front passenger for certain
types of collision. This system includes seat belt switch inputs and dual stage front air bag modules. The SRS
system uses the seat belt switches to determine the front air bag deployment, and may only deploy one front
air bag, depending on the severity of a collision and whether the front occupants are belted or unbelted. FAX
Information necessary to service the system safely is included in the “SRS AIR BAG” and “SEAT BELT” of this
Service Manual.
WARNING: E
• To avoid rendering the SRS inoperative, which could increase the risk of personal injury or death in
the event of a collision that would result in air bag inflation, all maintenance must be performed by
an authorized NISSAN/INFINITI dealer.
F
• Improper maintenance, including incorrect removal and installation of the SRS, can lead to personal
injury caused by unintentional activation of the system. For removal of Spiral Cable and Air Bag
Module, see the “SRS AIR BAG”.
• Do not use electrical test equipment on any circuit related to the SRS unless instructed to in this G
Service Manual. SRS wiring harnesses can be identified by yellow and/or orange harnesses or har-
ness connectors.
PRECAUTIONS WHEN USING POWER TOOLS (AIR OR ELECTRIC) AND HAMMERS H
WARNING:
• When working near the Air Bag Diagnosis Sensor Unit or other Air Bag System sensors with the
ignition ON or engine running, DO NOT use air or electric power tools or strike near the sensor(s) I
with a hammer. Heavy vibration could activate the sensor(s) and deploy the air bag(s), possibly
causing serious injury.
• When using air or electric power tools or hammers, always switch the ignition OFF, disconnect the J
battery, and wait at least 3 minutes before performing any service.
Precaution Necessary for Steering Wheel Rotation after Battery Disconnect
INFOID:0000000006271943 K
NOTE:
• Before removing and installing any control units, first turn the push-button ignition switch to the LOCK posi-
tion, then disconnect both battery cables. L
• After finishing work, confirm that all control unit connectors are connected properly, then re-connect both
battery cables.
• Always use CONSULT-III to perform self-diagnosis as a part of each function inspection after finishing work. M
If a DTC is detected, perform trouble diagnosis according to self-diagnosis results.
For vehicle with steering lock unit, if the battery is disconnected or discharged, the steering wheel will lock and
cannot be turned.
If turning the steering wheel is required with the battery disconnected or discharged, follow the operation pro- N
cedure below before starting the repair operation.
OPERATION PROCEDURE
O
1. Connect both battery cables.
NOTE:
Supply power using jumper cables if battery is discharged.
2. Turn the push-button ignition switch to ACC position. P
(At this time, the steering lock will be released.)
3. Disconnect both battery cables. The steering lock will remain released with both battery cables discon-
nected and the steering wheel can be turned.
4. Perform the necessary repair operation.

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5. When the repair work is completed, re-connect both battery cables. With the brake pedal released, turn
the push-button ignition switch from ACC position to ON position, then to LOCK position. (The steering
wheel will lock when the push-button ignition switch is turned to LOCK position.)
6. Perform self-diagnosis check of all control units using CONSULT-III.
Precautions for Drive Shaft INFOID:0000000006225390

• Observe the following precautions when disassembling and assembling drive shaft.
- Never disassemble joint sub-assembly because it is non-overhaul parts.
- Perform work in a location which is as dust-free as possible.
- Clean the parts, before disassembling and assembling.
- Prevent the entry of foreign objects during disassembly of the service location.
- Reassemble disassembled parts carefully in the correct order. If work is interrupted, a clean cover must be
placed over parts.
- Use paper waste. Fabric shop cloths must not be used because of the danger of lint adhering to parts.
- Clean disassembled parts (except for rubber parts) with kerosene which shall be removed by blowing with
air or wiping with paper waste.

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PREPARATION A
PREPARATION
Special Service Tools INFOID:0000000006225391
B
The actual shapes of Kent-Moore tools may differ from those of special service tools illustrated here.
Tool number
(Kent-Moore No.) Description C
Tool name
KV40107300 Installing boot band
( − ) FAX
Boot band crimping tool

ZZA1229D

KV40107500 Removing drive shaft F

( − )
Drive shaft attachment
G

ZZA1230D
H

KV38106300 Installing drive shaft

( − )
Protector I
a: 35 mm (1.38 in) dia.

PDIA1183J

Commercial Service Tools INFOID:0000000006225392

K

Tool name Description L

Power tool Loosening bolts and nuts

N
PBIC0190E

Ball joint remover • Removing ball joint for steering knuckle

• Removing hub bolt O

NT146

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Tool name Description
Drive shaft puller Removing drive shaft joint sub assembly

JPDIG0152ZZ

Sliding hummer Removing drive shaft

ZZA0023D

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SYMPTOM DIAGNOSIS A
NOISE, VIBRATION AND HARSHNESS (NVH) TROUBLESHOOTING
NVH Troubleshooting Chart INFOID:0000000006225393
B
Use chart below to find the cause of the symptom. If necessary, repair or replace these parts.
C

Refer to DRIVE SHAFT in this chart.

Refer to FRONT AXLE in this chart.
NVH in FAX and FSU sections
FAX

FAX-28

FAX-18

FAX-16
—

NVH in WT section

NVH in WT section
Reference

NVH in BR section

NVH in ST section
E

FRONT AXLE AND FRONT SUSPENSION

G

Improper installation, looseness

H

Wheel bearing damage

Joint sliding resistance

Possible cause and SUSPECTED PARTS

Excessive joint angle

Parts interference I

ROAD WHEEL

DRIVE SHAFT
FRONT AXLE

STEERING
Imbalance

BRAKE
TIRE K
DRIVE Noise × × × × × × × × ×
SHAFT Shake × × × × × × × × ×
Noise × × × × × × × × ×
L
Shake × × × × × × × × ×
Symptom
FRONT Vibration × × × × × × ×
AXLE Shimmy × × × × × × × M
Judder × × × × × ×
Poor quality ride or handling × × × × ×
N
×: Applicable

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PERIODIC MAINTENANCE
FRONT WHEEL HUB AND KNUCKLE
Inspection INFOID:0000000006225394

MOUNTING INSPECTION
Make sure that the mounting conditions (looseness, backlash) of each component and component conditions
(wear, damage) are normal.
WHEEL BEARING INSPECTION
• Move wheel hub and bearing assembly in the axial direction by hand. Make sure there is no looseness of
wheel hub and bearing assembly.

Axial end play : Refer to FAX-29, "Wheel Hub and

Bearing Assembly".
• Rotate wheel hub and bearing assembly and make sure that is no unusual noise or other irregular condi-
tions. If there is any of irregular conditions, replace wheel hub and bearing assembly.

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FRONT DRIVE SHAFT
A
Inspection INFOID:0000000006225395

Check the following items, and replace the part if necessary. B

• Check drive shaft mounting point and joint for looseness and other damage.
CAUTION:
Replace entire drive shaft assembly when noise or vibration occurs from drive shaft.
• Check boot for cracks and other damage. C

FAX

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REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION

FRONT WHEEL HUB AND KNUCKLE
Exploded View INFOID:0000000006225396

JPDIF0298GB

1. Steering knuckle 2. Cotter pin 3. Splash guard

4. Hub bolt 5. Wheel hub and bearing assembly 6. Disc rotor
7. Wheel hub lock nut
A. Tightening must be done following the installation procedure. Refer to FAX-18, "Removal and Installation".
Refer to GI-4, "Components" for symbols in the figure.

Removal and Installation INFOID:0000000006225397

REMOVAL
1. Remove tires.
2. Remove brake hose bracket. Refer to BR-23, "FRONT : Removal and Installation".
3. Remove caliper assembly mounting bolts. Hang caliper assembly in a place where it will not interfere with
work. Refer to BR-37, "BRAKE CALIPER ASSEMBLY : Removal and Installation".
CAUTION:
Never depress brake pedal while brake caliper is removed.
4. Remove disc rotor.
CAUTION:
• Put matching marks on the wheel hub and bearing assembly and the disc rotor before removing
the disc rotor.
• Never drop disc rotor.
5. Remove wheel sensor harness. Refer to BRC-134, "FRONT WHEEL SENSOR : Removal and Installa-
tion".
CAUTION:
Never pull on wheel sensor harness.
6. Remove steering outer socket. Refer to ST-42, "Removal and Installation".

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7. Set suitable jack under lower link.
8. Remove shock absorber mounting bolt from lower link. Refer to FSU-10, "Removal and Installation". A
9. Separate upper link from steering knuckle, using the ball joint remover (commercial service tool), and
remove upper link.
CAUTION: B
• Temporarily tighten the nut to prevent damage to threads and to prevent the ball joint remover
from suddenly coming off.
• Never damage ball joint boot.
C
10. Remove cotter pin, and then loosen wheel hub lock nut.
11. Put matching mark on drive shaft and wheel hub and bearing assembly.
CAUTION: FAX
Use paint or similar substance for matching marks. Never scratch the surface.
12. Patch wheel hub lock nut with a piece of wood. Hammer the wood to disengage wheel hub and bearing
assembly from drive shaft.
E
CAUTION:
• Never place drive shaft joint at an extreme angle. Also be careful not to overextend slide joint.
• Never allow drive shaft to hang down without support for or joint sub-assembly, shaft and the
other parts. F
NOTE:
Use suitable puller, if wheel hub and bearing assembly and drive shaft cannot be separated even after
performing the above procedure.
G
13. Remove wheel hub lock nut.
14. Remove wheel hub and bearing assembly, and then remove splash guard.
15. Remove lower link from steering knuckle. H
CAUTION:
Never damage ball joint boot.
16. Remove steering knuckle. I
17. Remove hub bolts (1) from wheel hub and bearing assembly,
using the ball joint remover (A) (commercial service tool).
CAUTION:
J
• Remove hub bolt only when necessary.
• Never hammer the hub bolt to avoid impact to the wheel
hub and bearing assembly.
• Pull out the hub bolt in a direction perpendicular to the K
wheel hub and bearing assembly.

18. Perform inspection after removal. Refer to FAX-20, "Inspection". L

JPDIF0299ZZ

INSTALLATION
Note the following, and install in the reverse order of removal. M
• Place a suitable washer (A) as shown in the figure to install the hub
bolts (1) by using the tightening force of the nut (B).
CAUTION: N
• Check that there is no clearance between wheel hub and
bearing assembly, and hub bolt.
• Never reuse hub bolt.
• Use the following torque range for tightening the wheel hub lock O
nut.

: 118 – 123 N·m (12.1 – 12.5 kg-m, 87 – 90 ft-lb) P

JPDIF0300ZZ
CAUTION:
• Since the drive shaft is assembled by press-fitting, use the tightening torque range for the wheel
hub lock nut.
• Be sure to use torque wrench to tighten the wheel hub lock nut. Never use a power tool.
• Perform the final tightening of each of parts under unladen conditions, which were removed when removing
wheel hub and bearing assembly and steering knuckle.

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• Never reuse cotter pin.
• Perform inspection after installation. Refer to FAX-20, "Inspection".
Inspection INFOID:0000000006225398

INSPECTION AFTER REMOVAL

Check components for deformation, cracks, and other damage. Replace it if necessary.
Ball Joint Inspection
Check boots of lower link and steering outer socket ball joint for breakage, axial play, and torque. Refer to
FSU-15, "Inspection" and ST-46, "Inspection".
INSPECTION AFTER INSTALLATION
1. Check wheel sensor harness for proper connection. Refer to BRC-134, "FRONT WHEEL SENSOR :
Exploded View".
2. Check the wheel alignment. Refer to FSU-7, "Inspection".
3. Adjust neutral position of steering angle sensor. Refer to BRC-64, "Work Procedure".

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FRONT DRIVE SHAFT BOOT
A
Exploded View INFOID:0000000006225399

FAX

G
JPDIF0279ZZ

1. Circular clip 2. Dust shield 3. Housing

4. Snap ring 5. Ball cage/steel ball/inner race assem- 6. Stopper ring
H
bly
7. Boot band 8. Boot 9. Shaft
10. Circular clip 11. Joint sub-assembly I
: Wheel side
: NISSAN genuine grease or an equivalent.
J
Refer to GI-4, "Components" for symbols not described on the above.

Removal and Installation INFOID:0000000006225400

K
NOTE:
Remove boot after drive shaft is removed from the vehicle.
• Remove and install drive shaft. Refer to FAX-22, "Removal and Installation". L
• Disassembly and assembly drive shaft. Refer to FAX-23, "WHEEL SIDE : Disassembly and Assembly"
(wheel side) or FAX-26, "FINAL DRIVE SIDE : Disassembly and Assembly" (final drive side).
Inspection INFOID:0000000006225401 M

INSPECTION AFTER REMOVAL

• Move joint up/down, left/right, and in the axial directions. Check for motion that is not smooth and for signifi- N
cant looseness.
• Check boot for cracks, damage, and leakage of grease.
• Disassemble drive shaft and exchange malfunctioning part if there
is a non-standard condition. O

SDIA1163J

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FRONT DRIVE SHAFT
Exploded View INFOID:0000000006225402

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1. Circular clip 2. Dust shield 3. Housing

4. Snap ring 5. Ball cage/steel ball/inner race assem- 6. Stopper ring
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7. Boot band 8. Boot 9. Shaft
10. Circular clip 11. Joint sub-assembly
: Wheel side
: NISSAN genuine grease or an equivalent.
Refer to GI-4, "Components" for symbols not described on the above.

Removal and Installation INFOID:0000000006225403

REMOVAL
1. Remove tires.
2. Remove brake hose bracket. Refer to BR-23, "FRONT : Removal and Installation".
3. Remove caliper assembly mounting bolts. Hang caliper assembly in a place where it will not interfere with
work. Refer to BR-37, "BRAKE CALIPER ASSEMBLY : Removal and Installation".
CAUTION:
Never depress brake pedal while brake caliper is removed.
4. Remove disc rotor. Refer to FAX-18, "Removal and Installation".
5. Remove wheel sensor harness. Refer to BRC-134, "FRONT WHEEL SENSOR : Removal and Installa-
tion".
CAUTION:
Never pull on wheel sensor harness.
6. Remove height sensor from upper link (right side). Refer to EXL-136, "Removal and Installation".
7. Remove steering outer socket. Refer to ST-42, "Removal and Installation".
8. Set suitable jack under lower link.
9. Remove shock absorber mounting bolt from lower link. Refer to FSU-10, "Removal and Installation".
10. Separate upper link from steering knuckle, using the ball joint remover (commercial service tool), and
remove upper link.
CAUTION:
• Temporarily tighten the nut to prevent damage to threads and to prevent the ball joint remover
from suddenly coming off.

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• Never damage ball joint boot.
11. Remove cotter pin, and then loosen wheel hub lock nut. A
12. Patch wheel hub lock nut with a piece of wood. Hammer the wood to disengage wheel hub and bearing
assembly from drive shaft.
CAUTION: B
• Never place drive shaft joint at an extreme angle. Also be careful not to overextend slide joint.
• Never allow drive shaft to hang down without support for or joint sub-assembly, shaft and the
other parts.
C
NOTE:
Use suitable puller, if wheel hub and bearing assembly and drive shaft cannot be separated even after
performing the above procedure.
13. Remove wheel hub lock nut. FAX
14. Remove fender protector. Refer to EXT-23, "FENDER PROTECTOR : Removal and Installation".
15. Remove drive shaft from front final drive using the drive shaft
E
attachment [SST: KV40107500 ( − )] (A) and a sliding ham-
mer (commercial service tool) (B) while inserting tip of the drive
shaft attachment between housing and front final drive.
CAUTION: F
• Never place drive shaft joint at an extreme angle when
removing drive shaft. Also be careful not to overextend
slide joint.
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• Confirm that the circular clip is attached to the drive shaft.
16. Perform inspection after removal. Refer to FAX-28, "Inspection".
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INSTALLATION
Note the following, and install in the reverse order of removal.
CAUTION: I
Always replace final drive side oil seal with new one when installing drive shaft. Refer to DLN-160,
"Removal and Installation"
• Place the protector [SST: KV38106300 ( − )] (A) onto final drive
to prevent damage to the oil seal while inserting drive shaft. Slide J
drive shaft sliding joint and tap with a hammer to install securely.
CAUTION:
Check that circular clip is completely engaged. K
• Use the following torque range for tightening the wheel hub lock
nut.
L
: 118 – 123 N·m (12.1 – 12.5 kg-m, 87 – 90 ft-lb)

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• Since the drive shaft is assembled by press-fitting, use the M
tightening torque range for the wheel hub lock nut.
• Be sure to use torque wrench to tighten the wheel hub lock nut. Never use a power tool.
• Perform the final tightening of each of parts under unladen conditions, which were removed when removing
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wheel hub and bearing assembly and steering knuckle.
• Never reuse cotter pin.
• Perform inspection after installation. Refer to FAX-28, "Inspection".
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DISASSEMBLY
1. Fix shaft with a vise.
CAUTION:
Protect shaft when fixing with a vise using aluminum or copper plates.
2. Remove dust shield from joint sub-assembly.
3. Remove boot bands and then remove boot from joint sub-assembly.

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4. Screw the drive shaft puller (commercial service tool) (A) 30 mm
(1.18 in) or more into the thread of joint sub-assembly, and pull
joint sub-assembly from shaft.
CAUTION:
• If joint sub-assembly cannot be removed after five or
more unsuccessful attempts, replace shaft and joint sub
assembly as a set.
• Align drive shaft puller and drive shaft and remove them
by pulling directory.
5. Remove circular clip from shaft.
6. Remove boot from shaft. JPDIG0151ZZ

7. Perform inspection after disassembly. Refer to FAX-28, "Inspec-

tion".

ASSEMBLY
1. While rotating ball cage, clean old grease on joint sub-assembly with paper waste.
2. Fill serration slot joint sub-assembly (1) with NISSAN genuine
grease or equivalent until the serration slot and ball groove
become full to the brim.
CAUTION:
After applying grease, use a shop cloth to wipe off old
grease that has oozed out.

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3. Install boot and boot bands to shaft.

CAUTION:
• Wrap serration on shaft with tape (A) to protect the boot
from damage.
• Never reuse boot and boot band.
4. Remove the tape wrapped around the serration on shaft.
5. Position circular clip on groove at the shaft edge.
CAUTION:
Never reuse circular clip.
NOTE:
Drive joint inserter is recommended when installing circular clip. JPDIF0009ZZ

6. Align both center axles of the shaft edge and joint sub-assembly.
Then assemble shaft with joint sub-assembly holding circular clip.
7. Install joint sub-assembly to shaft using plastic hammer.
CAUTION:
Confirm that joint sub-assembly is correctly engaged while
rotating drive shaft.
8. Apply the specified amount of grease into the boot inside from
large diameter side of boot.

Grease amount : Refer to FAX-29, "Drive Shaft".

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9. Install the boot securely into grooves (indicated by “*” marks)
shown in the figure. A
CAUTION:
If grease adheres to the boot mounting surface (indicated
by “*” mark) on the shaft or housing, boot may come off.
B
Remove all grease from the surfaces.
10. To prevent the deformation of the boot, adjust the boot installa-
tion length (L) to the specified value shown below by inserting
the suitable tool into inside of the boot from the large diameter C
side of boot and discharging the inside air.
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L : Refer to FAX-29, "Drive Shaft". FAX

CAUTION:
• If the boot installation length is outside the standard, it may cause breakage of boot.
• Be careful not to touch the inside of the boot with the tip of tool. E
11. Install new boot bands securely.
CAUTION:
Never reuse boot band. F
a. Small boot band
i. Secure the ends of the boot with boot bands using the boot band
crimping tool [SST: KV40107300 ( − )] (A). G

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CAUTION:
Secure boot band so that dimension (M) meets the specifi-
cation as shown in the figure. K

M : 1.0 – 4.0 mm (0.039 – 0.157 in)

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b. Large boot band
i. Put boot band in the groove on drive shaft boot. Then fit pawls
( ) into holes to temporary installation. O
NOTE:
For the large diameter side, fit projection (A) and guide slit (B) at
first.
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ii. Pinch projection on the band with suitable pliers to tighten band.
iii. Insert tip of band below end of the pawl.
12. Secure joint sub-assembly and shaft, and then check that they
are in the correct position when rotating boot. Install them with
boot band when boot installation positions become incorrect.
CAUTION:
Never reuse boot band.
13. Install dust shield to joint sub-assembly.
CAUTION:
Never reuse dust shield.
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FINAL DRIVE SIDE

FINAL DRIVE SIDE : Disassembly and Assembly INFOID:0000000006225405

DISASSEMBLY
1. Fix shaft with a vise.
CAUTION:
Protect shaft when fixing with a vise using aluminum or copper plates.
2. Remove circular clip from housing.
3. Remove dust shield from housing.
4. Remove boot bands, and then remove boot from housing.
5. Put matching marks on housing and shaft.
CAUTION:
Use paint or similar substance for matching marks. Never scratch the surface.
6. Remove stopper ring with suitable tool, and pull out housing.
7. Put matching marks on ball cage/steel ball/inner race assembly
and shaft.
CAUTION:
Use paint or similar substance for matching marks. Never
scratch the surface.

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8. Remove snap ring, then remove ball cage/steel ball/inner race

assembly from shaft.
9. Remove boot from shaft.
10. Perform inspection after disassembly. Refer to FAX-28, "Inspec-
tion".

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ASSEMBLY
1. Remove old grease on housing with paper waste.

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2. Install boot and boot bands to shaft.
CAUTION: A
• Wrap serration on shaft with tape (A) to protect the boot
from damage.
• Never reuse boot and boot band.
B
3. Remove the tape wrapped around the serration on shaft.

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FAX
4. Install ball cage/steel ball/inner race assembly (1), align it with
the matching marks on shaft (2) put during the removal.
5. Secure ball cage/steel ball/inner race assembly onto shaft with E
snap ring (3).
CAUTION:
Never reuse snap ring.
F
6. Apply the appropriate amount of grease onto housing and slid-
ing surface.

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Grease amount : Refer to FAX-29, "Drive Shaft".
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7. Install housing to shaft.

8. Install stopper ring to housing. H
CAUTION:
Never reuse stopper ring.
9. After installed, pull shaft to check engagement between housing and stopper ring. I
10. Install boot securely into grooves (indicated by “*” marks) shown
in the figure.
CAUTION:
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If grease adheres to the boot mounting surfaces (indicated
by “*” marks) on shaft or housing, boot may be removed.
Remove all grease from the surfaces.
11. To prevent deformation of the boot, adjust the boot installation K
length (L) to the value shown below by inserting the suitable tool
into the inside of boot from the large diameter side of boot and
discharging inside air. L
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L : Refer to FAX-29, "Drive Shaft".

CAUTION: M
• If the boot installation length is outside the standard, it may cause breakage of boot.
• Be careful not to touch the inside of the boot with the tip of tool.
12. Install boot bands securely as shown in the figure. N
CAUTION:
Never reuse boot band.
13. Secure housing and shaft, and then check that they are in the O
correct position when rotating boot. Install them with boot band
when the mounting positions become incorrect.
CAUTION:
Never reuse boot band. P
14. Install dust shield to housing.
CAUTION:
Never reuse dust shield. PDIA1188J

15. Install circular clip to housing.

CAUTION:
Never reuse circular clip.

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Inspection INFOID:0000000006225406

INSPECTION AFTER REMOVAL

• Move joint up/down, left/right, and in the axial directions. Check for motion that is not smooth and for signifi-
cant looseness.
• Check boot for cracks, damage, and leakage of grease.
• Disassemble drive shaft and exchange malfunctioning part if there
is a non-standard condition.

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INSPECTION AFTER DISASSEMBLY

Shaft
Check shaft for runout, cracks, or other damage. Replace it if necessary.
Joint Sub-Assembly (Wheel Side)
Check the following items, replace the parts if necessary.
• Joint sub-assembly for rough rotation and excessive axial looseness.
• The inside of the joint sub-assembly for entry of foreign material.
• Joint sub-assembly for compression scars, cracks, and fractures inside of joint sub-assembly.
Replace joint sub-assembly if there are any non-standard conditions of components.
Housing (Final Drive side)
Replace housing if there is scratching or wear of housing roller contact surface.
INSPECTION AFTER INSTALLATION
1. Check wheel sensor harness for proper connection. Refer to BRC-134, "FRONT WHEEL SENSOR :
Exploded View".
2. Check the wheel alignment. Refer to FSU-7, "Inspection".
3. Adjust neutral position of steering angle sensor. Refer to BRC-64, "Work Procedure".
4. Adjust levelizer adjustment of height sensor. Refer to EXL-61, "LEVELIZER ADJUSTMENT : Special
Repair Requirement".

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SERVICE DATA AND SPECIFICATIONS (SDS) A

SERVICE DATA AND SPECIFICATIONS (SDS)
Wheel Hub and Bearing Assembly INFOID:0000000006225407
B

Item Standard
C
Axial end play 0.05 mm (0.002 in) or less

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FAX

Standard
Item
Wheel side Final drive side E
Grease quantity 205 – 225 g (7.23 – 7.94 oz) 130 – 150 g (4.59 – 5.29 oz)
Boots installed length 157.8 mm (6.21 in) 196.4 mm (7.73 in)
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