Murano AWD V6-3.5L (VQ35) (2003)
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Drive/Propeller Shaft: Service and Repair
REAR PROPELLER SHAFT
REMOVAL
1. Put mating marks onto propeller shaft flange yoke and final drive and transfer companion flanges.
CAUTION: Use paint to avoid scratching the surface.
2. Loosen mounting nuts of center bearing mount brackets with power tool.
CAUTION: Tighten nuts temporarily.
3. Remove mounting nuts and bolts from propeller shaft companion flanges, transfer, and final drive.
4. Remove mounting nuts securing center bearing brackets onto vehicle. Then remove propeller shaft from vehicle.
CAUTION: If constant velocity joint was bent during propeller shaft assembly removal, installation, or transportation, its boot may be damaged. Wrap
boot interference area to metal part with shop cloth or rubber to protect boot from breakage.
INSPECTION AFTER REMOVAL
1. As shown in the figure, while fixing yoke on one side, check axial play of joint. If outside the standard, replace propeller shaft assembly.
Axial play repair limit:...................0 mm (0 inch)
2. Check propeller shaft for bend and damage. If damage is detected, replace propeller shaft assembly.
3. Check center bearing for noise and damage. If noise or damage is detected, replace propeller shaft assembly.
CAUTION: Center bearings cannot be disassembled.
Joints cannot be disassembled.