Nissan Murano: Rear Axle :: Periodic Maintenance / Rear Drive Shaft
Inspection
Check the following items, and replace the parts as necessary.
Check drive shaft mounting points and drive shaft joint for looseness and other damage.
CAUTION:
Replace entire drive shaft when noise or vibration occurs from drive shaft.
Check boot for cracks and other damage.
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
Check wheel hub bearing axial end play...
Other information:
Exploded View
1.
Horn (LOW)
2.
Horn (HIGH)
Removal and Installation
REMOVALRemove the front grille. Refer to Removal and Installation.
Disconnect the harness connectors from the horns (LOW, HIGH).
NOTE:
Note the wiring harness connectors location prior to removal...
Exploded View
Rear final drive assembly
Drive pinion oil seal
Electric controlled coupling assembly
Oil seal lip
: Always replace after every disassembly.
: Apply gear oil.
: Apply multi-purpose grease.
Removal and Installation
REMOVALDrain gear oil...