Murano AWD V6-3.5L (VQ35) (2003)
Axle Shaft Assembly: All Technical Service Bulletins
Drivetrain - Front Axle Clicking Noises On Acceleration
Classification: FA07-004A
Reference: NTB07-093A
Date: October 19, 2009
CLICKING NOISE FROM FRONT AXLES DURING TAKE-OFF/ACCELERATION
This bulletin has been amended. The Applied Vehicles, Parts Information, and Service Procedure sections have been revised. No other changes have
been made. Please discard all previous versions of this bulletin.
APPLIED VEHICLES:
2003 - 2007 Murano (Z50)
2009 - 2010 Murano (Z51)
IF YOU CONFIRM:
An applied vehicle has a "clicking" noise coming from the front axles during take-off/acceleration.
ACTION:
Apply Molykote M77 grease (P/N 44003-7S000) to the front wheel drive shaft bearing surfaces.
NOTE:
Make sure to use the new torque specification for the axle nut: 200 Nm (147 ft-lb), instead of 125 Nm (92 ft-lb).
IMPORTANT:
The purpose of "ACTION" (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 the repair.
PARTS INFORMATION
CLAIMS INFORMATION
SERVICE PROCEDURE
1. Remove both front wheel drive shafts from the axle hubs. Refer to the FAX section of the applicable Service Manual for the removal procedure.