Murano AWD V6-3.5L (VQ35) (2003)
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Check boot for cracks or other damage, and also for grease leakage.
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If a trouble is found, disassemble drive shaft, and then replace with new one.
INSTALLATION
CAUTION: Be sure to replace the new differential side oil seal every removal of drive shaft.
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Refer to Exploded View for tightening torque. Install in the reverse order of removal.
CAUTION: Refer to component parts location and do not reuse non-reusable parts.
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In order to prevent damage to transaxle side oil seal, first fit a protector onto oil seal before inserting drive shaft. Slide drive shaft into slide joint
and tap with a hammer to install securely.
CAUTION: Be sure to make sure circular clip is securely fastened.
Removal and Installation (Right Side)
REMOVAL
2WD Models
1. Remove tire with power tool.
2. Remove wheel sensor from steering knuckle.
3. Remove cotter pin. Then remove lock nut from drive shaft.
4. Remove brake hose lock plate. Then remove brake hose from strut assembly.
5. Remove strut assembly and steering knuckle fixing bolt and nut.