Disassembly And Assembly: Inspection: Gears

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2003 Nissan Murano. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

Check the gear faces and shaft for wear, cracks, damage, and seizure.

CAUTION: If a malfunction is detected on the drive gear or drive pinion gear, replace the drive gear and drive pinion gear as a set.