Adapter Case

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2004 Nissan Murano. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

Remove the adapter case mounting bolts.

Fig 1: Identifying Adapter Case Mounting Bolts
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Using a plastic hammer, tap the adapter case to remove.
Remove the O-ring.

Fig 2: Tapping The Adapter Case
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Using a flat-bladed screwdriver, remove the adapter case oil seal.
CAUTION: Be careful not to damage the adapter case.

Fig 3: Removing Adapter Case Oil Seal
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Using a brass rod, tap the gear ring bearing adjusting shim from the cutout on the adapter case to remove the gear ring bearing adjusting shim and gear ring bearing outer race.

Fig 4: Removing Gear Ring Bearing Adjusting Shim And Gear Ring Bearing Outer Race
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Remove the oil gutter.
Remove the drain plug.

Fig 5: Removing Oil Gutter
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