M35x AWD V6-3.5L (VQ35HR) (2010)
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If plug (1) has been removed use a drift to press in a new one.
(Left side: VK45DE)
Black arrow: Press
A: Drift [SST: KV38100500 ( - )]
B: Drift [SST: KV38102200 ( - )]
2. Wrap serration on shaft with tape (A) to protect boot from damage. Install new boot and boot bands to shaft.
3. Remove the tape wrapped around the serration on shaft.
4. To install the spider assembly (1), align it with the matching marks (A) that were on the shaft (2) during the removal, and direct the serration
mounting surface (B) to the shaft.
5. Secure spider assembly onto shaft with snap ring (1).
6. Apply the appropriate amount of grease (NISSAN genuine grease or equivalent) to spider assembly and sliding surface.
7. Assemble the housing onto spider assembly, and apply the balance of the specified amount grease (NISSAN genuine grease or equivalent).
Grease amount
Right side: Refer to FAX-19, "Drive Shaft". See: Specifications/Front Axle/Drive Shaft