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Drive Pinion Assembly

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  1. Remove differential case assembly. Refer to "DIFFERENTIAL ASSEMBLY ".
  2. Remove drive pinion nut and washer using Tool.

    Tool number: KV40104000 (-) 

    Fig 1: Removing Drive Pinion Nut And Washer Using Tool
    G03595875Courtesy of NISSAN MOTOR CO., U.S.A.
  3. Put a matching mark on the thread edge of drive pinion. The mark should be in line with the mark on companion flange.
    CAUTION: For matching mark, use paint. Do not damage drive pinion.
    Fig 2: Identifying Matching Mark On Thread Edge Of Drive Pinion
    G03595876Courtesy of NISSAN MOTOR CO., U.S.A.
  4. Remove companion flange using suitable tool.
    Fig 3: Removing Companion Flange Using Suitable Tool
    G03595877Courtesy of NISSAN MOTOR CO., U.S.A.
  5. Remove front oil seal using Tool.

    Tool number: ST33290001 (J-34286) 

    CAUTION: Be careful not to damage axle housing.
  6. Remove front bearing thrust washer.
    Fig 4: Removing Front Oil Seal Using Tool
    G03595878Courtesy of NISSAN MOTOR CO., U.S.A.
  7. Remove drive pinion assembly and collapsible spacer from axle housing, using press.
    CAUTION: Do not drop drive pinion assembly.
  8. Remove drive pinion front bearing inner race from axle housing.
    Fig 5: Removing Drive Pinion Assembly And Collapsible Spacer From Axle Housing, Using Press
    G03595879Courtesy of NISSAN MOTOR CO., U.S.A.
  9. Tap drive pinion front bearing outer race uniformly with a brass bar or equivalent to remove.
    CAUTION: Be careful not to damage axle housing.
  10. Tap drive pinion rear bearing outer race uniformly with a brass bar or equivalent for removal.
    CAUTION: Be careful not to damage axle housing.
    Fig 6: Removing Drive Pinion Front Bearing Outer Race
    G03595880Courtesy of NISSAN MOTOR CO., U.S.A.
  11. Remove drive pinion rear bearing inner race and drive pinion height adjusting washer using Tool.

    Tool number: ST30021000 (J-22912-01) 

    Fig 7: Removing Drive Pinion Rear Bearing Inner Race And Drive Pinion Height Adjusting Washer Using Tool
    G03595881Courtesy of NISSAN MOTOR CO., U.S.A.
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