Pathfinder 2WD V6-4.0L (VQ40DE) (2009)
Axle Shaft Assembly: Service and Repair
Disassembly and Assembly
REAR DRIVE SHAFT
Disassembly and Assembly
DISASSEMBLY
Final Drive Side
1. Mount the drive shaft in a vise.
CAUTION:
When mounting the drive shaft in a vise, use copper or aluminum plates between the vise and the drive shaft.
2. Remove the boot bands.
3. If the plug needs to be removed, move the boot to the wheel side, then drive the plug out using a suitable plastic hammer.
4. Remove the stopper ring with a flat-bladed screwdriver as shown, and pull the housing out.
5. Remove the snap ring, then remove the ball cage, steel ball and inner race assembly from the drive shaft.