Xterra SE 4WD V6-3.3L (VG33E) (2000)
C.
Install the two halves of the collet P/N J-45073-2 around the ABS rotor ring making sure the lower lip of each collet is slid under the rotor
ring (see Figure 2a).
D.
Slide the sleeve (P/N J-25852-4) over the two halves of the collet (see Figure 2b).
E.
Tighten the forcing screw of the extension tube until the rotor ring is pulled free (see Figure 2c). Do not use an impact wrench to tighten the
forcing screw.
F.
Remove the sleeve, collets, extension tube, and rotor ring from the axle shaft.
Brake Backing Plate Removal (with inner axle bearing)
1.
Clamp the vehicle's axle shaft (on the wheel studs) in a vise.
NOTE:
Use soft jaws when clamping the wheel studs.
2.
Bend down the tabs of the bearing locknut lockwasher with a hammer and punch (see Figure 3).