Gear, Washer, Shaft and Case

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2002 Nissan Sentra. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

Check side gears, side gear thrust washers, pinion mate shaft, pinion mate gears, pinion mate thrust washers and differential case. If necessary, replace with a new one.

Fig 1: Checking Final Drive Gears, Washer, Shaft & Case For Damage
Courtesy of NISSAN MOTOR CO., U.S.A.