Nissan Murano: Front Axle :: Periodic Maintenance / Front Wheel Hub

Nissan Murano (Z52) 2015-2024 Service Manual / Transmission & Driveline / Front Axle :: Periodic Maintenance / Front Wheel Hub

On-vehicle Service

Check axle and suspension parts for excessive play, wear or damage.

Move the wheel as shown to check for excessive play.

Inspection

Move the wheel hub and bearing in an axial direction by hand to verify that looseness of wheel hub and bearing exists. If any looseness exists, replace the wheel hub and bearing.

Axial end play

: Refer to Wheel Bearing.

Rotate wheel hub to verify if unusual noises or other irregular conditions exist. If any irregular conditions exist, replace the wheel hub and bearing.

Front Axle :: Periodic Maintenance

Front Drive Shaft

Inspection Check drive shaft mounting point and joint for looseness and other damage. Check boot for cracks and other damage. CAUTION: Replace entire drive shaft when noise or vibration occurs from drive shaft...

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