FX50 AWD V8-5.0L (VK50VE) (2009)
NOTE:
The following are helpful tips for coupling replacement.
The drive chain front drive shaft main shaft and coupler assembly are removed together:
Use a rubber mallet to tap on the rear of the main shaft while pulling outward on the front drive shaft.
NOTE:
Move the front drive shaft and the main shaft alternately a little at a time.
The following do not need to be disassembled / replaced as part of the coupler replacement.
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Front drive shaft (bearings and plug)
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Oil pump
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Companion flange (rear bearing, snap ring, spacer and rear oil seal)
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Breather tube
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Front case (main shaft bearing, snap rings, main shaft oil seal front oil seal spacer).
NOTE:
Make sure to use Anaerobic Liquid Gasket to reseal (reassemble) the case.
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Permatex(R) 51813 Anaerobic Gasket Maker or equivalent (Local Source).
Replace Air Breather Vent (FX35 only built before JN8AS1 MW(*)AM 851594 and October 27, 2009)
1. Replace the air breather vent.
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Refer to On Vehicle Repair > Air Breather Hose in section TM of the Service Manual for replacement information.
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Use the new air breather vent listed in the parts information.