Adjusting Shims

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2004 Nissan Maxima. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

Fig 1: Available Adjusting Shims

Courtesy of NISSAN MOTOR CO., U.S.A.

Using a depth micrometer and straight edge, measure the dimension "O1 " between the transaxle case end face and mounting face of the adjusting shim as shown.

Fig 2: Using A Depth Micrometer And Straight Edge, Measure The Dimension "O1"
Courtesy of NISSAN MOTOR CO., U.S.A.
Using a depth micrometer and straight edge, measure the dimension "O2 " between the clutch housing case end face and end face of the input shaft rear bearing as shown.

Fig 3: Using A Depth Micrometer And Straight Edge, Measure The Dimension "O2"
Courtesy of NISSAN MOTOR CO., U.S.A.
Install the selected input shaft rear bearing adjusting shim onto the input shaft.