Side Shaft Assembly

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2008 Infiniti FX45 and 2008 Infiniti FX35. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

Hold extension tube retainer with puller, then press out side shaft using a press.

Fig 1: Pressing Out Side Shaft
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Remove side shaft oil seal (1) from extension tube retainer with a flat- blade screwdriver.
CAUTION: Be careful not to damage extension tube retainer.
Remove side shaft bearing from extension tube retainer.
Remove O-ring from extension tube retainer.
Remove dust sealed from side shaft.

Fig 2: Identifying Side Shaft Oil Seal

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