Center Bearing - 2WD -

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2003 Nissan Pathfinder. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

When installing center bearing, position the "F" mark on center bearing toward front of vehicle.
Apply a coat of multi-purpose lithium grease containing molybdenum disulfide to the end face of the center bearing and both sides of the washer.

Fig 1: Identifying Center Bearing, Position F Mark
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Stake the nut. Always use new one.
Align match marks when assembling tubes.

Fig 2: Staking Nut
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