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Side Shaft

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  1. Drain gear oil, if necessary.
  2. Remove side oil seal using suitable tool.
    CAUTION: Do not damage gear carrier.
    Fig 1: Removing Side Oil Seal Using Suitable Tool
    G03608510Courtesy of NISSAN MOTOR CO., U.S.A.
  3. Remove snap ring (hole side) using suitable tool.
    Fig 2: Removing Snap Ring Using Suitable Tool
    G03608511Courtesy of NISSAN MOTOR CO., U.S.A.
  4. Remove side shaft assembly out of gear carrier using suitable tool.
    NOTE: Tap on side shaft assembly from side gear side.
  5. Remove snap ring (shaft side).
    Fig 3: Removing Side Shaft Assembly
    G03608512Courtesy of NISSAN MOTOR CO., U.S.A.
  6. Press side shaft out of side shaft bearing.
    CAUTION: Do not drop side shaft.
    Fig 4: Pressing Side Shaft Out Of Side Shaft Bearing
    G03608513Courtesy of NISSAN MOTOR CO., U.S.A.