Inspection After Disassembly

Gear, Washer, Shaft and Case

• 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 Side Gears, Side Gear Thrust Washers, Pinion Mate Shaft, Pinion Mate Gears, Pinion Mate Thrust Washers And Differential Case

  Courtesy of NISSAN MOTOR CO., U.S.A.

Bearing

• Check for bearings damage and rough rotation. If necessary, replace with a new one.
  CAUTION: When replacing tapered roller bearing, replace outer and inner races as a set.
  Fig 2: Checking Bearings Damage And Rough Rotation

  Courtesy of NISSAN MOTOR CO., U.S.A.