Joint Sub-assembly

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2007 Nissan Pathfinder. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

Check for any rough rotation or unusual axial looseness.
Clean any foreign material from inside the joint sub-assembly.
Check for any compression scars, cracks, or fractures.
CAUTION: If any defective conditions are found in the joint sub-assembly components, replace the entire joint sub-assembly.

NOTE: Install a new housing, ball cage, steel ball, and inner race as a set.
Check for any compression scars, cracks, fractures, or unusual wear on the ball rolling surface.
Check for any damage to the drive shaft screws.
Check for any deformation of the boot installation components.