Murano FWD V6-3.5L (VQ35DE) (2006)
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9. Remove boot clamp, and then remove boot from inner socket.
CAUTION:
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Do not damage inner socket and gear housing assembly when removing boot.
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Inner socket and gear housing assembly must be replaced if inner socket and gear housing assembly are damaged because it may cause foreign
material interfusion.
10. Drill out the clinching part of gear housing assembly (end cover assembly side) outer rim with a 3 mm (0.12 inch) drill bit. [Drill for
approximately 1.5 mm (0.059 inch) depth.]
11. Remove end cover assembly with a 45 mm (1.77 inch) open head (suitable tool).
CAUTION:
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Do not damage rack assembly surface when removing.
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Rack assembly must be replaced if damaged because it may cause fluid leakage.
12. Pull rack assembly together with rack oil seal (outer side) out from gear housing assembly.
CAUTION:
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Do not damage cylinder inner wall when removing rack assembly.
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Gear housing assembly must be replaced if damaged because it may cause fluid leakage.
13. Heat rack Teflon ring to approximately 40°C (104°F) with a dryer, then remove it and O-ring from rack.
CAUTION: Do not damage rack assembly. Rack assembly must be replaced if damaged because it may cause fluid leakage.
