Removal and Installation: Removal

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2012 Nissan Pathfinder. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

Remove the front propeller shaft. Refer to "UNIT REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION ".
Remove the companion flange self-lock nut using suitable tool.

Fig 1: Removing Companion Flange Self-Lock Nut Using Suitable Tool
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Put a matching mark on top of the front drive shaft in line with the mark on the companion flange.
CAUTION: Use paint to make the matching mark on the front drive shaft. Do not damage the front drive shaft.

Fig 2: Identifying Matching Mark On Front Drive Shaft And Companion Flange
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Remove the companion flange using suitable tool.

Fig 3: Removing Companion Flange Using Suitable Tool
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Remove the front oil seal from the front case using Tool.
Tool number: ST33290001 (J-34286)

Fig 4: Removing Front Oil Seal From Front Case Using Tool
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CAUTION: Do not damage front case.