Front Axle: Section
Front Axle: Section
FAX
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                                                                   CONTENTS
PRECAUTION ............................................... 2                        FRONT DRIVE SHAFT BOOT .......................... 13                              F
                                                                                      Exploded View .........................................................13
PRECAUTIONS ................................................... 2
  Precaution for Supplemental Restraint System                                      WHEEL SIDE .............................................................14
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  (SRS) "AIR BAG" and "SEAT BELT PRE-TEN-                                            WHEEL SIDE : Removal and Installation ................14
  SIONER" ................................................................... 2
                                                                                    TRANSAXLE SIDE ....................................................18
  Precautions for Drive Shaft ....................................... 2
                                                                                     TRANSAXLE SIDE : Removal and Installation .......18                              H
  Precautions for Removing of Battery Terminal ......... 3
                                                                                     Inspection ................................................................18
PREPARATION ............................................ 4                          FRONT DRIVE SHAFT ..................................... 19
                                                                                      Exploded View .........................................................19        I
PREPARATION ................................................... 4
  Special Service Tool ................................................. 4          LEFT SIDE .................................................................20
  Commercial Service Tools ........................................ 5                LEFT SIDE : Removal and Installation ....................20                       J
SYMPTOM DIAGNOSIS ............................... 6                                 RIGHT SIDE ...............................................................22
                                                                                     RIGHT SIDE : Removal and Installation ..................22
NOISE, VIBRATION AND HARSHNESS                                                                                                                                        K
(NVH) TROUBLESHOOTING ............................. 6                               WHEEL SIDE .............................................................25
  NVH Troubleshooting Chart ...................................... 6                 WHEEL SIDE : Disassembly and Assembly ...........25
The Supplemental Restraint System such as “AIR BAG” and “SEAT BELT PRE-TENSIONER”, used along
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.
Information necessary to service the system safely is included in the “SRS AIR BAG” and “SEAT BELT” of this
Service Manual.
WARNING:
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
  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”.
• 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.
PRECAUTIONS WHEN USING POWER TOOLS (AIR OR ELECTRIC) AND HAMMERS
WARNING:
Always observe the following items for preventing accidental activation.
• 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
  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.
Precautions for Drive Shaft                                                                          INFOID:0000000009750066
• 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.
                                                                                                                         A
• When removing the 12V battery terminal, turn OFF the ignition
  switch and wait at least 30 seconds.
  NOTE:                                                                                                                  B
  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.                                                                                                                 C
• 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:                                                                                                                  FAX
  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.                      E
  NOTE:
  The removal of 12V battery may cause a DTC detection error.
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The actual shapes of Kent-Moore tools may differ from those of special service tools illustrated here.
  Tool number
  (Kent-More No.)                                                                             Description
  Tool name
  KV40104000                                                                                  Removing and Installing wheel hub lock nut.
  (    —     )
  Hub lock nut wrench
  a: 85 mm (3.35 in)
  b: 65 mm (2.56 in)
ZZA0802D
ZZA1229D
ZZA1230D
PDIA1183J
                                      PBIC0190E                                                          FAX
 Drive shaft puller                                 Removing drive shaft joint sub assembly
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                                      JPDIG0152ZZ
                                      ZZA0023D
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 Ball joint remover                                 Removing hub bolt
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                                      NT146
Use chart below to find the cause of the symptom. If necessary, repair or replace these parts.
FAX-11, "Inspection"
NVH in WT section
NVH in WT section
NVH in BR section
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                             NVH in ST section
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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
COMPONENT PART
Check that the mounting conditions (looseness, backlash) of each component and component conditions                       C
(wear, damage) are normal.
WHEEL HUB ASSEMBLY (BEARING-INTEGRATED TYPE)
Check the following items, and replace the part if necessary.                                                             FAX
• Move wheel hub assembly in the axial direction by hand. Check there is no looseness of wheel bearing.
FAX
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     1.    Steering knuckle                      2.   Splash guard                           3.   Hub bolt
     4.    Wheel hub assembly (Bearing-inte-     5.   Disc rotor                             6.   Wheel hub lock nut
           grated type)                                                                                                                                I
     7.    Adjusting cap                         8.   Cotter pin
     A.    Tightening must be done following the installation procedure. Refer to FAX-9, "Removal and Installation".
          : Always replace after every disassembly.                                                                                                    J
REMOVAL
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1.    Remove tires with power tool. Refer to WT-46, "Removal and Installation".
2.    Remove wheel sensor and sensor harness. Refer to BRC-132, "FRONT WHEEL SENSOR : Exploded
      View".
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3.    Remove lock plate from strut assembly. Refer to FSU-13, "Removal and Installation".
4.    Remove caliper assembly. Hang caliper assembly not to interfere with work. Refer to BR-46, "BRAKE
      CALIPER ASSEMBLY : Removal and Installation".
      CAUTION:                                                                                                                                        N
      Never depress brake pedal while brake caliper is removed.
5.    Remove disc rotor.
      CAUTION:                                                                                                                                        O
JPDIG0066ZZ
6.    Remove cotter pin, and adjusting cap, and then loosen wheel
      hub lock nut, using a hub lock nut wrench (A) [SST:KV40104000
      ( — )].
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7.    Patch wheel hub lock nut with a piece of wood. Hammer the
      wood to disengage wheel hub 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 assembly and drive shaft can-
      not be separated even after performing the above procedure.
8.    Remove wheel hub lock nut.                                                                  JPDIG0070ZZ
JPDIF0299ZZ
INSTALLATION
Note the following, and install in the reverse order of the removal.
                                                                                                                         FAX
• Clean the matching surface of drive shaft, wheel hub assembly.
  And then apply paste [service parts (440037S000)] to surface (A)
  of joint sub-assembly of drive shaft.                                                                                  E
  CAUTION:
  Apply paste to cover entire flat surface of joint sub-assembly
  of drive shaft.
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         Amount paste         : 1.0 – 3.0 g (0.04 – 0.10 oz)
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• Use the following torque range for tightening the wheel hub lock nut. H
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Inspection                                                                                     INFOID:0000000009750074
LEFT SIDE B
FAX
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   1.    Circular clip                         2.   Dust shield           3.   Housing assembly
   4.    Boot band                             5.   Boot                  6.   Damper band
   7.    Dynamic damper                        8.   Circular clip         9.   Joint sub-assembly
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         : Wheel side
         : Fill NISSAN Genuine grease or equivalent.
RIGHT SIDE
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AWD
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WHEEL SIDE
WHEEL SIDE : Removal and Installation                                                                  INFOID:0000000009750076
REMOVAL
1.    Remove tires with power tool. Refer to WT-46, "Removal and Installation".
2.    Remove wheel sensor and sensor harness. Refer to BRC-132, "FRONT WHEEL SENSOR : Exploded
      View".
3.    Remove lock plate from strut assembly. Refer to FSU-13, "Removal and Installation".
4.    Remove caliper assembly. Hang caliper assembly not to interfere with work. Refer to BR-46, "BRAKE
      CALIPER ASSEMBLY : Removal and Installation".
      CAUTION:
      Never depress brake pedal while brake caliper is removed.
5.    Remove disc rotor. Refer to FAX-9, "Removal and Installation".
6.    Remove cotter pin, and adjusting cap, and then loosen wheel hub lock nut with power tool. Refer to FAX-
      9, "Removal and Installation".
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13. Remove circular clip (1) from shaft.
14. Remove boot from shaft.
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INSTALLATION
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1.   Clean the 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.                                                                               N
     CAUTION:
     After applying grease, use a paper waste to wipe off old
     grease that has oozed out.                                                                             O
3.   Install boot and boot bands to shaft.
     CAUTION:
     • Wrap serration on shaft with tape to protect the boot from                                           P
       damage.
     • Never reuse boot and boot band.                                                        JPDIF0008ZZ
JPDIF0007ZZ
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JPDIF0012ZZ
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    • Secure boot band so that dimension (A) meets the specifi-
      cation as shown in the figure (Except for NISMO RS 2WD).
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       A
       2WD                            : 5.0 mm (0.197 in) or less.
       AWD                            : 7.0 mm (0.276 in) or less.                                               F
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12. Check that displacement does not occur when boot is rotated with the joint sub-assembly and shaft fixed.
    CAUTION:
                                                                                                                  L
    • Reinstall them using boot bands when boot installation positions become incorrect.
    • Never reuse boot band.
13. Clean the matching surface of wheel hub lock nut and wheel hub assembly.
    CAUTION:                                                                                                     M
    Never apply lubricating oil to these matching surface.
14. Clean the matching surface of drive shaft, wheel hub assembly.
    And then apply paste [service parts (440037S000)] to surface                                                 N
    (A) of joint sub-assembly of drive shaft.
    CAUTION:
    Apply paste to cover entire flat surface of joint sub-assem-                                                 O
    bly of drive shaft.
    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.
    • Never reuse wheel hub lock nut.
    NOTE:
    Wheel hub lock nut tightening torque does not over torque for avoiding axle noise, and does not less than
    torque for avoiding looseness.
22. When installing a cotter pin (1) and adjusting cap (2), securely
    bend the basal portion to prevent rattles.
    CAUTION:
    Never reuse cotter pin.
23. Install tires. Refer to WT-46, "Removal and Installation".
24. Perform inspection after installation. Refer to FAX-18, "Inspec-
    tion".
JPDIF0295ZZ
TRANSAXLE SIDE
TRANSAXLE SIDE : Removal and Installation                                                      INFOID:0000000009750077
LEFT SIDE B
FAX
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   1.    Circular clip                         2.    Dust shield           3.   Housing assembly
   4.    Boot band                             5.    Boot                  6.   Damper band
   7.    Dynamic damper                        8.    Circular clip         9.   Joint sub-assembly
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         : Wheel side
         : Fill NISSAN Genuine grease or equivalent.
RIGHT SIDE
                                                                     2WD                                                            K
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                                                                                                   JSDIA2094GB
AWD
JSDIA2095GB
LEFT SIDE
LEFT SIDE : Removal and Installation                                                                    INFOID:0000000009750080
REMOVAL
1.    Remove tires with power tool. Refer to WT-46, "Removal and Installation".
2.    Remove wheel sensor and sensor harness. Refer to BRC-132, "FRONT WHEEL SENSOR : Exploded
      View".
3.    Remove lock plate from strut assembly. Refer to FSU-9, "Removal and Installation".
4.    Remove caliper assembly. Hang caliper assembly not to interfere with work. Refer to BR-46, "BRAKE
      CALIPER ASSEMBLY : Removal and Installation".
      CAUTION:
      Never depress brake pedal while brake caliper is removed.
5.    Remove disc rotor. Refer to FAX-9, "Removal and Installation".
6.    Remove cotter pin, and adjusting cap, and then loosen wheel hub lock nut with power tool. Refer to FAX-
      9, "Removal and Installation".
INSTALLATION
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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-19, "Removal    J
  and Installation" (M/T) or TM-332, "2WD : Removal and Installation" [CVT (2WD)], TM-334, "AWD : Removal
  and Installation" [CVT (AWD)].
• Place the protector (A) [SST:KV38107900 ( — )] onto transaxle
  assembly to prevent damage to the oil seal while inserting drive                                                K
  shaft. Slide drive shaft sliding joint and tap with a hammer to install
  securely.
  CAUTION:                                                                                                        L
  Check that circular clip is completely engaged.
• Perform inspection after installation. Refer to FAX-33, "Inspection".
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Wheel Hub Side
• Clean the matching surface of wheel hub lock nut and wheel hub assembly.
  CAUTION:
  Never apply lubricating oil to these matching surface.                                                          O
    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.
    • Never reuse wheel hub lock nut.
    NOTE:
    Wheel hub lock nut tightening torque does not over torque for avoiding axle noise, and does not less than
    torque for avoiding looseness.
•   Align the matching marks that have been made during removal when reusing the disc rotor.
•   When installing a cotter pin (1) and adjusting cap (2), securely
    bend the basal portion to prevent rattles.
    CAUTION:
    Never reuse cotter pin.
•   Perform the final tightening of each of parts under unladen condi-
    tions, which were removed when removing wheel hub assembly
    and steering knuckle.
•   Perform inspection after installation. Refer to FAX-33, "Inspection".
JPDIF0295ZZ
RIGHT SIDE
RIGHT SIDE : Removal and Installation                                                          INFOID:0000000009750081
REMOVAL
1.    Remove tires with power tool. Refer to WT-46, "Removal and Installation".
2.    Remove wheel sensor and sensor harness if necessary. Refer to BRC-132, "FRONT WHEEL SENSOR :
      Exploded View".
3.    Remove lock plate from strut assembly. Refer to FSU-9, "Removal and Installation".
4.    Remove caliper assembly. Hang caliper assembly not to interfere with work. Refer to BR-46, "BRAKE
      CALIPER ASSEMBLY : Removal and Installation".
      CAUTION:
      Never depress brake pedal while brake caliper is removed.
5.    Remove disc rotor. Refer to FAX-9, "Removal and Installation".
6.    Remove cotter pin, and adjusting cap, and then loosen wheel hub lock nut with power tool. Refer to FAX-
      9, "Removal and Installation".
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                                                                                                    JPDIF0049ZZ
JPDIF0312ZZ
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• Use the following torque range for tightening the wheel hub lock nut.
  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.
  • Never reuse wheel hub lock nut.
  NOTE:
  Wheel hub lock nut tightening torque does not over torque for avoiding axle noise, and does not less than
  torque for avoiding looseness.
• Align the matching marks that have been made during removal when reusing the disc rotor.
JPDIF0295ZZ
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DISASSEMBLY
1.   Fix shaft with a vise.
     CAUTION:                                                                                           F
     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 (A) (commercial service tool) into joint                                  G
     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.                                                                                    H
     CAUTION:
     • Align drive shaft puller and drive shaft and remove them
       by pulling firmly and uniformly.
     • If joint sub-assembly cannot be removed after five or                                             I
       more unsuccessful attempts, replace shaft and joint sub
       assembly as a set.
4.   Remove circular clip from shaft.                                                JPDIG0151ZZ         J
5.   Remove boot from shaft.
6.   Perform inspection after removal. Refer to FAX-33, "Inspection".
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ASSEMBLY
1.   Clean the old grease on joint sub-assembly with paper waste.
2.   Fill serration slot joint sub-assembly (1) with NISSAN genuine                                      L
     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                                           M
     grease that has oozed out.
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3.   Install boot and boot bands to shaft.
     CAUTION:
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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:
     • Check circular clip is properly positioned on groove of the
       joint sub-assembly.
     • 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.
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                                                                                                                 FAX
       L   : Refer to FAX-34, "Drive Shaft".
    CAUTION:
    • If the boot installation length exceeds the standard, it may cause breakage of the boot.                   E
    • Be careful not to touch the inside of the boot with a tip of tool.
11. Secure the large and small ends of the boot with boot bands
    using the boot band crimping tool (A) [SST:KV40107300 ( —                                                    F
       )].
    CAUTION:
    • Never reuse boot band.
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    • Secure boot band so that dimension (A) meets the specifi-
      cation as shown in the figure (Except for NISMO RS 2WD).
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       A
       2WD                            : 5.0 mm (0.197 in) or less.
       AWD                            : 7.0 mm (0.276 in) or less.                                               K
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12. Check that displacement does not occur when boot is rotated with the joint sub-assembly and shaft fixed.
    CAUTION:
    • Reinstall them using boot bands when boot installation positions become incorrect.
    • Never reuse boot band.
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 wheel side boot from joint sub-assembly. Refer to FAX-14, "WHEEL SIDE : Removal and Instal-
     lation".
3.   Remove dynamic damper as per the following instructions:
a.   Remove damper band.
b.   Remove dynamic damper from housing assembly.
4.   Remove boot bands, then remove boot from housing assembly.
5.   Remove circular clip from housing assembly.
6.   Remove dust shield from housing assembly.
7.   Perform inspection after disassembly. Refer to FAX-33, "Inspection".
Right Side
1.   Fix shaft with a vise.
     CAUTION:
     Protect shaft using aluminum or copper plates when fixing with a vise.
2.   Remove wheel side boot from joint sub-assembly. Refer to FAX-14, "WHEEL SIDE : Removal and Instal-
     lation".
3.   Remove dynamic damper as per the following instructions:
a.   Remove damper band.
b.   Remove dynamic damper from housing assembly.
4.   Remove boot bands, then remove boot from housing assembly.
5.   Remove support bearing, follow the procedure described below. (2WD)
a.   Remove dust shield from housing.
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ASSEMBLY
Left Side
1.   Clean the old grease on housing assembly with paper waste.                                                 E
2.   Install boot and boot bands to housing assembly.
     CAUTION:
     • Wrap serration on housing assembly with tape (A) to pro-                                                 F
       tect the boot from damage.
     • Never reuse boot and boot band.
3.   Remove the tape wrapped around the serration on housing                                                    G
     assembly.
4.   Apply NISSAN genuine grease (refer to parts catalog) to hous-
     ing assembly.
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        Grease amount         : Refer to FAX-34, "Drive Shaft".
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5.   Install the boot, following the procedures below.
     • Install the boot securely into grooves (indicated by “*” marks)
       shown in the figure (Except for NISMO RS).                                                                J
       CAUTION:
       If grease adheres to the boot mounting surface (indicated
       by “*” marks) on the shaft or joint sub-assembly, boot                                                   K
       may be removed. Remove all grease from the boot mount-
       ing surface.
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     • Install the boot securely into grooves (indicated by “*” marks)
        shown in the figure (For NISMO RS).
        CAUTION:                                                                                                N
        If grease adheres to the boot mounting surface (indicated
        by “*” marks) on the shaft or joint sub-assembly, boot
        may be removed. Remove all grease from the boot mount-                                                  O
        ing surface.
6.   To prevent the deformation of the boot, adjust the boot installa-
     tion length to the value shown below (L) by inserting the suitable
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     tool into the inside of boot from the large diameter side of boot
     and discharging inside air.                                                                  JPDIF0230ZZ
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FAX
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c.   Install snap ring (1).
     CAUTION:
     Never reuse snap ring.
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2.   Clean the old grease on housing assembly with paper waste.
3.   Install boot and boot bands to housing assembly.
     CAUTION:                                                                         M
     • Wrap serration on housing assembly with tape (A) to pro-
       tect the boot from damage.
     • Never reuse boot and boot band.                                                N
4.   Remove the tape wrapped around the serration on housing
     assembly.
5.   Apply NISSAN genuine grease (refer to parts catalog) to hous-                    O
     ing assembly.
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Inspection                                                                                          INFOID:0000000009750084
Dynamic Damper
Check damper for cracks or wear.                                                                                              H
Joint Sub-Assembly
Check the following:
• Joint sub-assembly for rough rotation and excessive axial looseness.                                                         I
• 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.
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Housing assembly
• Replace housing assembly if there is scratching or wear of housing assembly roller contact surface.
• Check shaft for runout, cracks, or other damage.
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Support Bearing (Right Side)
Check bearing rolls freely and is free from noise, cracks, pitting or wear. Replace support bearing if there are
any non-standard conditions.
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Support Bearing Bracket (Right Side)
Check for support bearing bracket, cracks, or damage. Replace support bearing bracket if there are any non-
standard conditions.
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INSPECTION AFTER INSTALLATION
1.   Check wheel sensor harness for proper connection. Refer to BRC-132, "FRONT WHEEL SENSOR :
     Exploded View".                                                                                                          N
2.   Check the wheel alignment. Refer to FSU-7, "Inspection".
3.   Adjust neutral position of steering angle sensor. Refer to BRC-62, "Work Procedure".
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                           Item                                                       Standard
 Axial end play                                                             0.05 mm (0.002 in) or less
2WD
EXCEPT FOR NISMO RS
                                                                                      Standard
                           Item
                                                                  M/T                                        CVT
                                  Wheel side                               115 – 125 g (4.06 – 4.40 oz)
 Grease quantity
                                  Transaxle side                           132 – 142 g (4.66 – 5.00 oz)
                                  Wheel side                                    97.1 mm (3.82 in)
 Boots installed length*
                                  Transaxle side                                 85 mm (3.35 in)
                                  Left side         267 – 273 mm (10.51 – 10.75 in)
 Dimension of dynamic damper*                                                                267 – 273 mm (10.51 – 10.75 in)
                                  Right side        257 – 263 mm (10.12 – 10.35 in)
FOR NISMO RS
                                                                                      Standard
                           Item
                                                               Left side                                   Right side
                                  Wheel side                               115 – 135 g (4.06 – 4.76 oz)
 Grease quantity
                                  Transaxle side                           215 – 235 g (7.59 – 8.28 oz)
                                  Wheel side                                   133.5 mm (5.26 in)
 Boots installed length*
                                  Transaxle side                               161.1 mm (6.34 in)
Dimension of dynamic damper* 249 – 255 mm (9.80 – 10.04 in) 252 – 258 mm (9.92 – 10.16 in)
*: For measuring position, refer to FAX-25, "WHEEL SIDE : Disassembly and Assembly" (Wheel side), FAX-28, "TRANSAXLE SIDE :
Disassembly and Assembly" (Transaxle side).
AWD
                           Item                                                       Standard
                                  Wheel side                               88 – 108 g (3.10 – 3.80 oz)
 Grease quantity
                                  Transaxle side                           114 – 124 g (4.02 – 4.37 oz)
                                  Wheel side                                    94.8 mm (3.73 in)
 Boots installed length*
                                  Transaxle side                                93.2 mm (3.67 in)
*: For measuring position, refer to FAX-25, "WHEEL SIDE : Disassembly and Assembly" (Wheel side), FAX-28, "TRANSAXLE SIDE :
Disassembly and Assembly" (Transaxle side).