M35x AWD V6-3.5L (VQ35DE) (2007)
2. Install side oil seal until it becomes flush with the case end, using the drift.
Tool number: KV38100200 (J-26233)
CAUTION:
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Do not reuse oil seal.
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When installing, do not incline oil seal.
3. Install side flange with the following procedure.
a. Attach the protector to side oil seal.
Tool number: KV38107900 (J-39352)
b. After the side flange is inserted and the serrated part of side gear has engaged the serrated part of flange, remove the protector.
c. Put a suitable drift on the center of side flange, then drive it until sound changes.
NOTE: When installation is completed, driving sound of the side flange turns into a sound which seems to affect the whole final drive.
d. Confirm that the dimension of the side flange installation (Measurement A) in the figure comes into the following.
Measurement A: 326 - 328 mm (12.83 - 12.91 in)
4. Install drive shaft.
5. Install rear wheel sensor.
6. Install center muffler.
7. When oil leaks while removing, check oil level after the installation.