Pinion/Clutch Check
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2004 Nissan Murano. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
- Inspect pinion assembly teeth. Replace pinion assembly if teeth are worn or damaged. Also check condition of ring gear teeth. See Figure.
- Inspect reduction gear teeth. Replace reduction gear if teeth are worn or damaged. Also check condition of armature shaft gear teeth.
- Check to see if pinion assembly locks in one direction and rotates smoothly in the opposite direction. If it locks or rotates in both directions, or if unusual resistance is evident, replace.