DISASSEMBLY
Put a matching mark between propeller shaft and flange yoke as shown.

CAUTION:
For matching mark, use paint. Never damage the surface.
Remove snap rings
.

Lightly tap bottom of yoke using a copper hammer and remove journal bearing.

CAUTION:
Never damage the yoke.
ASSEMBLY
Install journal bearing to journal.
CAUTION:
Never reuse journal and journal bearing.
Always replace journal, journal bearing, and snap rings as a set.
Apply multi-purpose grease to journal bearing.
Install bearing
using a vise.

CAUTION:
Never damage bearing or flange yoke.
Measure journal axial play. If necessary, select the appropriate snap ring.While pushing to 98 N·m (10 kg-m, 72 ft-lb), check the clearance between snap ring
and needle bearing
.

| Journal axial play | : Refer to Journal. |
CAUTION:
Never reuse snap ring.
Select snap rings with a difference in thickness at both sides within 0.02 mm (0.0008 in). For selecting snap ring, refer to the latest parts information.
Install snap rings
.


| Joint flex torque | : Refer to Journal. |
NOTE:
The joint flex torque may not be satisfied soon after the assembly.
Check the journal axial play. Refer to Inspection.
Removal and Installation
InspectionExploded View
Circular clip Dust shield Housing Snap ring Ball cage/steel ball/inner race assembly Stopper ring Boot band Boot Shaft Circular clip Joint sub-assembly : Wheel side : Always replace after every disassembly. 1: NISSAN Genuine grease or equivalent. 2: Apply paste [service parts (44003 ...
Removal and Installation
REMOVAL
Ignition switch OFF.
Disconnect negative battery terminal.
Disconnect the differential lock position switch harness connector.
Remove differential lock position switch mounting bolt () and remove differential lock position switch .
Rotate differential lock position switch counterclockwise ...
Precaution for Electronic Air Suspension System
WARNING:
When jacking up or lift up the vehicle, always turn OFF the electronic air suspension function with the vehicle unladen and normal height, since the suspension may accidentally move and it can lead to personal injury. Refer to the operation procedures on the reference to set normal height a ...