Pathfinder 2WD V6-4.0L (VQ40DE) (2009)
Seals and Gaskets: Service and Repair
Rear Final Drive R200
Front Oil Seal
FRONT OIL SEAL
Removal and Installation
REMOVAL
1. Remove the drive shafts from the rear final drive assembly. Refer to See: Drive Axles, Bearings and Joints/Axle Shaft Assembly/Service and
Repair/Removal and Installation.
2. Remove the side flanges and side oil seals. Refer to See: Side Oil Seal.
3. Remove the rear propeller shaft. Refer to See: Drive/Propeller Shafts, Bearings and Joints/Drive/Propeller Shaft/Service and Repair/Removal and
Replacement (2S1330).
4. Measure the total preload torque. Refer to See: Service and Repair/Overhaul/Rear Final Drive R200.
NOTE:
Record the total preload torque measurement.
5. Remove the drive pinion lock nut using Tool.
Tool number : KV40104000 ( - )
6. Put matching marks on the companion flange and drive pinion using paint.
CAUTION:
Use paint to make the matching marks. Do not damage the companion flange or drive pinion.
7. Remove the companion flange using suitable tool.
8. Remove the front oil seal using Tool.