Front Axle: Removal & Installation Nissan Note E12

INSTALLATION

Installation is in the reverse order of the removal.

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1. Position the stud (1) to the wheel hub flange. Place a washer (A) and nut (B) on the opposite end of the stud. Tighten to press the stud into the wheel hub flange. CAUTION: Check that no clearance exists between wheel hub and wheel stud after installation. Do not reuse wheel stud.
2. Clean the mating surfaces of wheel hub lock nut and wheel hub. CAUTION: Do not apply lubricating oil to the mating surface of the wheel hub lock nut and the wheel hub.
3. Clean the mating surfaces of drive shaft, wheel hub, and wheel bearing. Apply Molykote M77 to surface (A) of joint sub-assembly. CAUTION: Apply Molykote M77 to cover entire flat surface of joint sub-assembly. NOTE: Always check with the Parts Department for the latest parts information. Molykote M77 quantity: " «DRIVE SHAFT»(ref-675590-S36322829682014120500000) "
4. When reusing disc rotor, align the matching marks during removal.
5. When installing a cotter pin, securely bend the cotter pin to prevent rattles. CAUTION: Do not reuse cotter pin.

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1. Remove wheel hub using Tool. Tool number: ST33710000 (-)
2. Remove splash guard from steering knuckle.
3. Remove wheel bearing inner race (outer side) from wheel hub using Tools. Tool number: ST33710000 (-) Tool number: ST30031000 (-)
4. Remove snap ring from steering knuckle using suitable tool. CAUTION: Do not damage steering knuckle.
5. Remove wheel bearing from steering knuckle using Tool. Tool number: ST35321000 (-)

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1. Install wheel bearing to steering knuckle using the Tool (A) and a suitable tool (B). Tool number: ST35271000 (-) CAUTION: Do not reuse wheel bearing. Do not apply a cleaning agent or anticorrosive to the mounting surfaces of the wheel bearing and steering knuckle. Install wheel bearing with the wheel sensor rotor rubber part (C) faced to the steering knuckle inner side. The wheel sensor rotor of the wheel bearing must be kept free of foreign matter. The press-fit load must be applied to the wheel bearing outer race and the steering knuckle. Do not apply press-fit load to the wheel bearing inner race, the seal (C) on the rubber surface side (wheel sensor rotor side), and the seal (D) on the metallic surface side. If a press-fit load is applied, the wheel bearing must be replaced with a new one. Wheel bearing press-fit load: Refer to " «WHEEL BEARING»(ref-675590-S14713164842014120500000) "
2. Install snap ring to steering knuckle. CAUTION: Do not damage the wheel bearing seal. The snap ring must be installed evenly into the groove.
3. Press splash guard (1) into the steering knuckle using suitable tools (A and B). CAUTION: Do not reuse splash guard.
4. Install wheel hub using Tools. Tool number (A): ST33061000 (-) Tool number (B): ST35321000 (-) CAUTION: Do not apply lubricating oil to the press-fit surface of the wheel hub bearing. Set wheel hub and wheel bearing horizontally and insert them vertically. The press-fit load must be applied to the wheel hub and the wheel bearing inner race. Do not apply press-fit load to the steering knuckle and the wheel bearing, the seal. If a press-fit load is applied, the wheel bearing must be replaced with a new one. Apply a press-fit load and maintain the loaded state for 30 seconds. If the inserted wheel hub is removed again, the wheel bearing must be replaced with a new one. Wheel bearing press-fit load: Refer to " «WHEEL BEARING»(ref-675590-S14713164842014120500000) "

TRANSAXLE SIDE: Removal and Installation

Remove boot after drive shaft is removed from the vehicle.

1. For drive shaft removal and installation, refer to " «REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION»(ref-675590-S29289701052014120500000) ".
2. For drive shaft disassembly and assembly, refer to " «DISASSEMBLY AND ASSEMBLY»(ref-675590-S34503053392014120500000) ".

Removal and Installation

Note. When removing components such as hoses, tubes, lines, etc., cap or plug openings to prevent fluid from spilling.

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1. Remove the wheel and tire using power tool. Refer to " «REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION»(ref-675581-S28220831532014120500000) ".
2. Remove wheel sensor and sensor harness. Refer to " «FRONT WHEEL SENSOR: REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION»(ref-675599-S04822864502014120500000) ".
3. Remove brake lock plate from strut.
4. Remove brake caliper using power tool, leaving brake hose connected. Reposition brake caliper aside with wire. Refer to " «BRAKE CALIPER ASSEMBLY: REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION»(ref-675601-S36053780022014120500000) ". NOTE: Do not depress brake pedal while brake caliper is removed.
5. Put matching marks on disc brake rotor and wheel hub, then remove disc brake rotor. CAUTION: Put matching marks on the wheel hub and the disc brake rotor before removing the disc brake rotor. Do not drop disc brake rotor.
6. Remove and discard cotter pin, and then loosen wheel hub lock nut, using Tool. Tool number: KV40104000 (-)
7. Separate the drive shaft from the wheel hub by lightly tapping the end of the drive shaft using a suitable tool and a wood block. CAUTION: Do not place drive shaft joint at an extreme angle. Also be careful not to overextend slide joint. Do not allow drive shaft to hang down without support for joint sub-assembly, shaft and the other parts. NOTE: Use suitable puller if wheel hub and drive shaft cannot be separated even after performing the above procedure.
8. Remove wheel hub lock nut.
9. Remove the nuts and bolts, then separate the steering knuckle from strut. Refer to " «REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION»(ref-675590-S04932564332014120500000) ".
10. Remove drive shaft from wheel hub.
11. Insert the Tool (A) between the drive shaft and the transaxle. Insert the suitable tool (B) to the Tool (A). Remove the drive shaft from the transaxle. Tool number: KV40107500 (-) CAUTION: Do not place drive shaft joint at an extreme angle when removing drive shaft. Also be careful not to overextend slide joint. Confirm that the circular clip is attached to the drive shaft.
12. Remove the differential side oil seal. Refer to " «REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION»(ref-675587-S36916440102014120500000) " (5MT: RS5F91R), or " «REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION»(ref-675588-S41245159442014120500000) " (CVT: RE0F11A).

Installation is in the reverse order of removal.

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1. Install a new differential side oil seal. Refer to " «REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION»(ref-675587-S36916440102014120500000) " (5MT: RS5F91R), or " «REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION»(ref-675588-S41245159442014120500000) " (CVT: RE0F11A). CAUTION: Do not reuse the differential side oil seal.
2. Place the Tool (A) onto transaxle to prevent damage to the oil seal while inserting drive shaft. Slide drive shaft sliding joint and tap with a hammer to install securely. Tool number: KV38107900 (-) CAUTION: Check that circular clip is completely engaged. Check the transaxle fluid level. Refer to " «INSPECTION»(ref-675587-S13862859662014120500000) " (5MT), or " «INSPECTION»(ref-675588-S25278178482014120500000) " (CVT).