M45x AWD V8-4.5L (VK45DE) (2008)
Axle Shaft Assembly: All Technical Service Bulletins
Drivetrain - Rear Axle Clicking Noises
Classification: RA07-004B
Reference: ITB08-018B
Date: January 13, 2009
CLICKING NOISE FROM REAR AXLES
This bulletin contains amended Claims Information. Discard all earlier versions of this bulletin.
APPLIED VEHICLES:
2008 - 2009 G37 Coupe (CV36)
2009 FX35/FX50 (S51)
2008 - 2009 EX35 (J50)
2007 - 2009 M35/M45 (Y50)
APPLIED VEHICLES:
2007 - 2009 G35 Sedan (V36)
IF YOU CONFIRM:
A "clicking" noise is coming from the left and/or right rear axle (driveshaft) when accelerating from a stop.
NOTE:
If any other types of noise are observed or heard under other conditions this bulletin does not apply. Consult your ASIST service information for any
other issue.
ACTION:
Remove both left and right driveshafts, clean the flange surface of the outer joints on the driveshafts and apply a specific amount of Molykote M77
grease. Refer to the Service Procedure in this bulletin for details.
NOTE:
This is the only approved service procedure to repair this incident.
IMPORTANT:
The purpose of "ACTIONS" (above) is to give you a quick idea of the work you will be performing. You MUST closely follow the entire Service
Procedure as it contains information that is essential to successfully completing this repair.
PARTS INFORMATION