Nissan 38164-2S610 Shaft Assembly - Rear Axle

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To separate the drive axle from the axleshaft flange, you need to connect a floor jack under the outer end of the lower control arm and raise it slightly. This helps with maneuvering the drive axle. Then, disconnect the tie-rod end from the steering knuckle.

If a drive axle boot is damaged, the CV joint can be disassembled and cleaned. However, if any parts of the CV joint are found to be damaged, the entire drive axle assembly must be replaced as a complete unit.

After raising and securing the vehicle, remove the rear wheels. Position a jack under the rear axle differential housing. Proceed to disconnect the driveshaft from the rear axle pinion flange. Disconnect the shock absorbers at their lower mounts. Also, disconnect the vent hose from the fitting on the axle housing and secure it out of the way. Unbolt the brake line fittings from the brake hose junction block, and then remove the brake hose junction block from the axle housing, plugging the hose to prevent fluid leakage. Don't forget to disconnect the ABS wheel speed sensor electrical connector(s).

Check the axleshaft end play using a dial indicator. For four-cylinder, 2WD Frontier, and Xterra models, the end play should be 0.0008 to 0.0059 inches (0.02 to 0.15 mm), while for other models, the end play should be 0.0 inches (0.0 mm).

Start by raising the vehicle and securely supporting it on jackstands.

In 4WD models, a fully independent front axle assembly is utilized. This assembly includes a differential and a pair of drive axles, each equipped with inner and outer constant velocity (CV) joints.