Snap Ring, End Bearings And Forward One-Way Clutch

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

Check snap ring and end bearings for deformation and damage.
Check forward one-way clutch for wear and damage.

Fig 1: Checking Snap Ring, End Bearings And Forward One-Way Clutch
Courtesy of NISSAN MOTOR CO., U.S.A.