Differential Side Shaft

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.

Cut collar with cold chisel. Be careful not to damage differential side shaft.

Fig 1: Cutting Collar With Cold Chisel
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Reinstall differential side shaft into extension tube and secure with bolts. Remove rear axle bearing by drawing out differential side shaft from rear axle bearing with puller.

Fig 2: Removing Rear Axle Bearing
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Remove grease seal and oil seal.

Fig 3: Removing Grease Seal
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Fig 4: Removing oil seal
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