Front Axle: Section
Front Axle: Section
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CONTENTS
SYMPTOM DIAGNOSIS ............................... 2 FRONT DRIVE SHAFT BOOT .......................... 11 F
Exploded View .........................................................11
NOISE, VIBRATION AND HARSHNESS
(NVH) TROUBLESHOOTING ............................. 2 WHEEL SIDE .............................................................12
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NVH Troubleshooting Chart ...................................... 2 WHEEL SIDE : Removal and Installation ................12
Use chart below to find the cause of the symptom. If necessary, repair or replace these parts.
NVH in WT section
NVH in WT section
NVH in BR section
NVH in ST section
FAX-25
FAX-9
FAX-7
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Reference
Parts interference
ROAD WHEEL
DRIVE SHAFT
FRONT AXLE
STEERING
Imbalance
BRAKE
TIRE
DRIVE Noise × × × × × × × × ×
SHAFT Shake × × × × × × × × ×
Noise × × × × × × × × ×
Shake × × × × × × × × ×
Symptom
FRONT Vibration × × × × × × ×
AXLE Shimmy × × × × × × ×
Judder × × × × × ×
Poor quality ride or handling × × × × ×
×: Applicable
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.
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Always observe the following items for preventing accidental activation.
• 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
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an authorized NISSAN/INFINITI dealer.
• 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 “SRS AIR BAG”. G
• Never use electrical test equipment on any circuit related to the SRS unless instructed to in this Ser-
vice Manual. SRS wiring harnesses can be identified by yellow and/or orange harnesses or harness
connectors. H
PRECAUTIONS WHEN USING POWER TOOLS (AIR OR ELECTRIC) AND HAMMERS
WARNING:
Always observe the following items for preventing accidental activation. I
• When working near the Air Bag Diagnosis Sensor Unit or other Air Bag System sensors with the
ignition ON or engine running, never use air or electric power tools or strike near the sensor(s) with
a hammer. Heavy vibration could activate the sensor(s) and deploy the air bag(s), possibly causing J
serious injury.
• When using air or electric power tools or hammers, always switch the ignition OFF, disconnect the
battery, and wait at least 3 minutes before performing any service.
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Precautions for Drive Shaft INFOID:0000000009948786
Observe the following precautions when disassembling and assembling drive shaft.
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• 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. M
• 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.
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• Clean disassembled parts (except for rubber parts) with kerosene which shall be removed by blowing with
air or wiping with paper waste.
• When removing the 12V battery terminal, turn OFF the ignition
switch and wait at least 30 seconds.
NOTE:
ECU may be active for several tens of seconds after the ignition
switch is turned OFF. If the battery terminal is removed before ECU
stops, then a DTC detection error or ECU data corruption may
occur.
• For vehicles with the 2-batteries, be sure to connect the main bat-
tery and the sub battery before turning ON the ignition switch.
NOTE:
If the ignition switch is turned ON with any one of the terminals of
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main battery and sub battery disconnected, then DTC may be
detected.
• After installing the 12V battery, always check "Self Diagnosis Result" of all ECUs and erase DTC.
NOTE:
The removal of 12V battery may cause a DTC detection error.
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COMPONENT PART
Check that the mounting conditions (looseness, backlash) of each component and component conditions C
(wear, damage) are normal.
WHEEL HUB AND BEARING ASSEMBLY
Check the following items, and replace the part if necessary. FAX
• Move wheel hub and bearing assembly in the axial direction by hand. Check there is no looseness of wheel
bearing.
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Axial end play : Refer to FAX-27, "Wheel Bearing".
• Rotate wheel hub and bearing assembly and check there is no unusual noise or other irregular conditions. If
there is any of irregular conditions, replace wheel hub and bearing assembly. F
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1. Steering knuckle 2. Splash guard 3. Wheel hub and bearing assembly
4. Wheel hub lock nut 5. Cotter pin
Refer to GI-4, "Components" for symbols in the figure. I
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REMOVAL
1. Remove tires with power tool. Refer to WT-46, "Exploded View".
2. Remove wheel sensor and sensor harness. Refer to BRC-110, "FRONT WHEEL SENSOR : Exploded K
View".
3. Remove lock plate from strut assembly. Refer to BR-20, "FRONT : Exploded View".
4. Remove caliper assembly. Hang caliper assembly not to interfere with work. Refer to BR-34, "BRAKE L
CALIPER ASSEMBLY : Exploded View".
CAUTION:
Never depress brake pedal while brake caliper is removed. M
5. Remove disc rotor. Refer to BR-35, "BRAKE CALIPER ASSEMBLY : Removal and Installation".
6. Remove cotter pin, and then loosen wheel hub lock nut with power tool.
7. Patch wheel hub lock nut with a piece of wood. Hammer the wood to disengage wheel hub and bearing N
assembly from drive shaft.
CAUTION:
• Never place drive shaft joint at an extreme angle. Also be careful not to overextend slide joint.
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• Never allow drive shaft to hang down without support for joint sub-assembly, shaft and the other
parts.
NOTE:
Use suitable puller, if wheel hub and bearing assembly and drive shaft cannot be separated even after P
performing the above procedure.
8. Remove wheel hub lock nut.
9. Remove wheel hub and bearing assembly, and then remove splash guard.
10. Suspend the drive shaft with suitable wire.
11. Remove steering outer socket from steering knuckle. Refer to ST-14, "Exploded View".
12. Remove steering knuckle from transverse link.
LEFT SIDE B
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1. Circular clip 2. Dust shield 3. Housing
4. Snap ring 5. Spider assembly 6. Boot band
7. Boot 8. Shaft 9. Damper band
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10. Dynamic damper 11. Circular clip 12. Joint sub-assembly
: Wheel side
: Fill NISSAN Genuine grease or equivalent. J
Refer to GI-4, "Components" for symbols not described on the above.
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WHEEL SIDE
WHEEL SIDE : Removal and Installation INFOID:0000000009948795
REMOVAL
1. Remove tires with power tool. Refer to WT-46, "Exploded View".
2. Remove wheel sensor and sensor harness. Refer to BRC-110, "FRONT WHEEL SENSOR : Exploded
View".
3. Remove lock plate from strut assembly. Refer to BR-20, "FRONT : Exploded View".
4. Remove caliper assembly. Hang caliper assembly not to interfere with work. Refer to BR-34, "BRAKE
CALIPER ASSEMBLY : Exploded View".
CAUTION:
Never depress brake pedal while brake caliper is removed.
5. Remove disc rotor. Refer to BR-35, "BRAKE CALIPER ASSEMBLY : Removal and Installation".
6. Remove cotter pin, and then loosen wheel hub lock nut. Refer to FAX-9, "Exploded View".
7. Patch wheel hub lock nut with a piece of wood. Hammer the wood to disengage wheel hub and bearing
assembly from drive shaft.
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 joint sub-assembly, shaft and the other
parts.
NOTE:
Use suitable puller, if wheel hub and bearing assembly and drive shaft cannot be separated even after
performing the above procedure.
8. Remove wheel hub lock nut.
9. Remove strut assembly from steering knuckle. Refer to FSU-9, "Exploded View".
10. Remove drive shaft from wheel hub and bearing assembly.
11. Remove boot bands, and then remove boot from joint subassembly.
12. Screw drive shaft puller (commercial service tool) (A) into joint
sub-assembly screw part to a length of 30 mm (1.18 in) or more.
Support drive shaft with one hand and pull out joint sub-assem-
bly from shaft.
CAUTION:
• Align a sliding hammer and drive shaft and remove them
by pulling firmly and uniformly.
• If joint sub-assembly cannot be pulled out, try after
removing drive shaft from vehicle. Refer to FAX-18,
"WHEEL SIDE : Disassembly and Assembly".
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NOTE:
NOTE:
Remove boot after removing drive shaft. Refer to FAX-16, "LEFT SIDE : Removal and Installation" (left side),
FAX-17, "RIGHT SIDE : Removal and Installation" (right side).
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LEFT SIDE B
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1. Circular clip 2. Dust shield 3. Housing
4. Snap ring 5. Spider assembly 6. Boot band
7. Boot 8. Shaft 9. Damper band
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10. Dynamic damper 11. Circular clip 12. Joint sub-assembly
: Wheel side
: Fill NISSAN Genuine grease or equivalent. J
Refer to GI-4, "Components" for symbols not described on the above.
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LEFT SIDE
LEFT SIDE : Removal and Installation INFOID:0000000009948799
REMOVAL
1. Remove tires with power tool. Refer to WT-46, "Exploded View".
2. Remove cotter pin, and then loosen wheel hub lock nut. Refer to FAX-9, "Exploded View".
3. Patch wheel hub lock nut with a piece of wood. Hammer the wood to disengage wheel hub and bearing
assembly from drive shaft.
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 joint sub-assembly, shaft and the other
parts.
NOTE:
Use suitable puller, if wheel hub and bearing assembly and drive shaft cannot be separated even after
performing the above procedure.
4. Remove wheel hub lock nut.
5. Remove transverse link from steering knuckle. Refer to FSU-13, "Exploded View".
6. Remove shaft assembly from wheel hub and bearing assembly.
CAUTION:
Be careful not to damage front wheel sensor and harness.
7. Use the drive shaft attachment [SST: KV40107500 ( — )] (A)
and a sliding hammer (commercial service tool) (B) while insert-
ing tip of the drive shaft attachment between shaft and transaxle
assembly, and then remove drive shaft from transaxle assembly.
CAUTION:
• Never place drive shaft joint at an extreme angle when
removing drive shaft. Also be careful not to overextend
slide joint.
• Confirm that the circular clip is attached to the drive shaft.
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INSTALLATION
Note the following, and install in the reverse order of removal.
Transaxle Side
• Always replace differential side oil seal with new one when installing drive shaft. Refer to TM-18, "Removal
and Installation" (MT), TM-229, "Removal and Installation" (CVT).
• Place the protector [SST: KV38107900 ( — )] (A) onto transaxle
assembly to prevent damage to the oil seal while inserting drive
shaft. Slide drive shaft sliding joint and tap with a hammer to install
securely.
CAUTION:
Check that circular clip is completely engaged.
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REMOVAL
1. Remove tires with power tool. Refer to WT-46, "Exploded View". E
2. Remove wheel sensor and sensor harness if necessary. Refer to BRC-110, "FRONT WHEEL SENSOR :
Exploded View".
3. Remove cotter pin, and then loosen wheel hub lock nut. Refer to FAX-9, "Exploded View". F
4. Patch wheel hub lock nut with a piece of wood. Hammer the wood to disengage wheel hub and bearing
assembly from drive shaft.
CAUTION: G
• 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 joint sub-assembly, shaft and the other
parts.
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Use suitable puller, if wheel hub and bearing assembly and drive shaft cannot be separated even after
performing the above procedure.
5. Remove wheel hub lock nut. I
6. Remove transverse link from steering knuckle. Refer to FSU-13, "Exploded View".
7. Remove drive shaft from wheel hub and bearing assembly.
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8. Remove bearing housing plate bolts.
9. Remove drive shaft from transaxle assembly.
CAUTION:
Never place drive shaft joint at an extreme angle when removing drive shaft. Also be careful not to K
overextend slide joint.
10. Remove support bearing bracket.
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INSTALLATION
Note the following, and install in the reverse order of removal.
Transaxle Side M
• Always replace differential side oil seal with new one when installing drive shaft. Refer to TM-18, "Removal
and Installation" (MT), TM-229, "Removal and Installation" (CVT).
• Install support bearing bracket (1) in following procedure,
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- Temporarily tighten mounting bolts (A), (B), then tighten them to
specified torque.
- Set plate (2) so that notch (C) becomes upper side. Temporarily
tighten mounting bolts (a), (b), then tighten them to specified O
torque.
CAUTION:
Never reuse plate.
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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 boot bands, and then remove boot from joint sub-assembly.
3. Screw drive shaft puller (commercial service tool) (A) into joint
sub-assembly screw part to a length of 30 mm (1.18 in) or more.
Support drive shaft with one hand and pull out joint sub-assem-
bly from shaft.
CAUTION:
• Align a sliding hammer and drive shaft and remove them
by pulling firmly and uniformly.
• If joint sub-assembly cannot be pulled out, try after
removing drive shaft from vehicle.
4. Remove circular clip (1) from shaft.
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ASSEMBLY
1. Clean the old grease on joint sub-assembly with paper waste.
2. Fill serration slot joint sub-assembly with NISSAN genuine grease or equivalent until the serration slot and
ball groove become full to the brim.
CAUTION:
After applying grease, use a paper waste to wipe off old grease that has oozed out.
3. Install boot and boot bands to shaft.
CAUTION:
• Wrap serration on shaft with tape to protect the boot from damage.
• Never reuse boot and boot band.
4. Remove the tape wrapped around the serration on shaft.
5. Position the circular clip on groove at the shaft edge.
CAUTION:
Never reuse circular clip.
NOTE:
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Secure boot band so that dimension (A) meets the specification
as shown in the figure.
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A : 7.0 mm (0.276 in) or less
12. Secure joint sub-assembly and shaft, and then check that they
are in the correct position when rotating boot. Reinstall them P
using boot bands when boot installation positions become incor-
rect.
CAUTION:
Never reuse boot band.
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TRANSAXLE SIDE
DISASSEMBLY
Left Side
1. Fix shaft with a vise.
CAUTION:
Protect shaft using aluminum or copper plates when fixing with a vise.
2. Remove boot bands, and then remove boot from housing.
3. Put matching marks on housing and shaft, and then pull out housing from shaft.
CAUTION:
Use paint or an equivalent for matching marks. Never scratch the surfaces.
4. Put matching marks (A) on the spider assembly and shaft.
CAUTION:
Use paint or an equivalent for matching marks. Never
scratch the surfaces.
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5. Remove snap ring (1), and then remove spider assembly from
shaft.
6. Remove boot from shaft.
7. Remove dust shield from housing.
8. Remove circular clip from housing.
9. Clean old grease on housing with paper towels.
10. Remove damper bands, then remove dynamic damper from
shaft.
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Right Side
1. Fix shaft with a vise.
CAUTION:
Protect shaft using aluminum or copper plates when fixing with a vise.
2. Remove boot bands, and then remove boot from housing.
3. Put matching marks on housing and shaft, and then pull out housing from shaft.
CAUTION:
Use paint or an equivalent for matching marks. Never scratch the surfaces.
4. Put matching marks (A) on the spider assembly and shaft.
CAUTION:
Use paint or an equivalent for matching marks. Never
scratch the surfaces.
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9. Remove support bearing, follow the procedure described below.
a. Remove dust shield from housing.
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b. Remove snap ring (1).
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2. Wrap serration on shaft with tape (A) to protect boot from dam-
age. Install new boot and boot bands to shaft.
CAUTION:
Never reuse boot and boot bands.
3. Remove the tape wrapped around the serration on shaft.
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b. Pinch projection on the band with suitable pliers to tighten band.
c. Insert tip of band below end of the pawl.
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12. Secure housing and shaft, and then check that they are in the correct position when rotating boot. Install
them with new boot band when the mounting positions become incorrect. J
13. Install dust shield.
CAUTION:
Never reuse dust shield. K
14. Install circular clip to housing.
CAUTION:
Never reuse circular clip. L
Right Side
1. Install support bearing, follow the procedure described below.
a. Install dust shield to housing. M
CAUTION:
Never reuse dust shield.
b. Press support bearing (1) onto housing to using the suitable tool N
(A).
CAUTION:
Never reuse support bearing. O
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3. Wrap serration on shaft with tape (A) to protect boot from dam-
age. Install new boot and boot bands to shaft.
CAUTION:
Never reuse boot and boot band.
4. Remove the tape wrapped around the serration on shaft.
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6. Secure spider assembly onto shaft with snap ring (1).
CAUTION:
Never reuse snap ring.
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7. Apply the appropriate amount of grease to spider assembly and
sliding surface.
8. Assemble the housing onto spider assembly, and apply the bal-
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ance of the specified amount grease.
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Item Standard
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Axial end play 0.05 mm (0.002 in) or less
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