Removal and Installation: Removal

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2005 Infiniti QX56. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

Partially drain the transfer fluid. Refer to "DRAINING ".
Remove the front propeller shaft. Refer to "REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION ".
Remove the companion flange self-lock nut, using Tool.
1. Tool number: KV40104000( - )
Fig 1: Removing Companion Flange Self-Lock Nut, Using Tool (KV40104000)
Courtesy of NISSAN MOTOR CO., U.S.A.
Put a matching mark on top of the front drive shaft in line with the mark on the companion flange.
CAUTION: Use paint to make the matching mark on the front drive shaft. Do not damage the front drive shaft.

Fig 2: Identifying Front Drive Shaft Matching Mark
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Remove the companion flange, using suitable tool.

Fig 3: Removing Companion Flange, Using Suitable Tool
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Remove the oil seal from the front case, using Tool.
1. Tool number: ST33290001 (J-34286)
CAUTION: Do not damage front case.

Fig 4: Removing Oil Seal From Front Case, Using Tool (ST33290001)
Courtesy of NISSAN MOTOR CO., U.S.A.