Differential Case Installation

Install side bearing outer race to the carrier case with tool.
1. Tool number : KV31103000 ( - )
NOTE: Do not apply excessive force to the race.

Fig 1: Installing Side Bearing Outer Race To Carrier Case
Courtesy of NISSAN MOTOR CO., U.S.A.
Install side bearing outer race to the side retainer with tool.
1. Tool number : KV31103000 ( - )
  
  Fig 2: Installing Side Bearing Outer Race To Side Retainer
  Courtesy of NISSAN MOTOR CO., U.S.A.
Apply gear oil to the bearing portion.
Install the deferential case assembly to the carrier case.
CAUTION: Be careful not to damage the carrier cover mating surface.
Install the side bearing adjusting shim to the side retainer, tighten the bolt to specified torque. Refer to COMPONENTS (VQ35DE) , COMPONENTS (VK45DE) .
NOTE:
Install removed adjusting shim or same thickness shim.

Do not install O-ring.
Turn the companion flange more than 20 times, measure the preload using preload gauge.
1. Tool number : ST3127S000 (J-25765-A)
2. Total preload standard :
  1. 1.56 - 2.65 N.m (0.16 - 0.27 kg-m, 14 - 23 in-lb)
Fig 3: Using Preload Gauge Measure Preload
Courtesy of NISSAN MOTOR CO., U.S.A.
- If the preload value is out of standard, adjust preload by changing adjusting shim thickness (side retainer side).
  1. If preload too large, decrease side bearing adjusting shim thickness.
  2. If preload too small, increase side bearing adjusting shim thickness.