TRANSMISSION & DRIVELINE

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SECTION
REAR AXLE C

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CONTENTS
PRECAUTION ............................................... 2 PERIODIC MAINTENANCE ......................... 6 F

PRECAUTIONS ................................................... 2 REAR WHEEL HUB ........................................... 6

Precaution for Technicians Using Medical Electric...... 2 Inspection ................................................................. 6 G
Point to Be Checked Before Starting Maintenance
Work .......................................................................... 2 REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION ................ 7
Precaution for Supplemental Restraint System
(SRS) "AIR BAG" and "SEAT BELT PRE-TEN-
REAR WHEEL HUB ........................................... 7 H
Exploded View .......................................................... 7
SIONER" ................................................................... 2
Removal and Installation .......................................... 7
PREPARATION ............................................ 4 Inspection ................................................................. 8 I
PREPARATION ................................................... 4 SERVICE DATA AND SPECIFICATIONS
Commercial Service Tools ........................................ 4 (SDS) ............................................................. 9
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SYMPTOM DIAGNOSIS ............................... 5 SERVICE DATA AND SPECIFICATIONS
(SDS) .................................................................. 9
NOISE, VIBRATION AND HARSHNESS Wheel Bearing .......................................................... 9 K
(NVH) TROUBLESHOOTING ............................. 5
NVH Troubleshooting Chart ...................................... 5
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PRECAUTION
PRECAUTIONS
Precaution for Technicians Using Medical Electric INFOID:0000000010120223

OPERATION PROHIBITION
WARNING:
• Parts with strong magnet is used in this vehicle.
• Technicians using a medical electric device such as pacemaker must never perform operation on the
vehicle, as magnetic field can affect the device function by approaching to such parts.
NORMAL CHARGE PRECAUTION
WARNING:
• If a technician uses a medical electric device such as an implantable cardiac pacemaker or an
implantable cardioverter defibrillator, the possible effects on the devices must be checked with the
device manufacturer before starting the charge operation.
• As radiated electromagnetic wave generated by PDM (Power Delivery Module) at normal charge
operation may affect medical electric devices, a technician using a medical electric device such as
implantable cardiac pacemaker or an implantable cardioverter defibrillator must not approach motor
room [PDM (Power Delivery Module)] at the hood-opened condition during normal charge operation.
PRECAUTION AT TELEMATICS SYSTEM OPERATION
WARNING:
• If a technician uses implantable cardiac pacemaker or implantable cardioverter defibrillator (ICD),
avoid the device implanted part from approaching within approximately 220 mm (8.66 in) from inte-
rior/exterior antenna.
• The electromagnetic wave of TCU might affect the function of the implantable cardiac pacemaker or
the implantable cardioverter defibrillator (ICD), when using the service, etc.
• If a technician uses other medical electric devices than implantable cardiac pacemaker or implant-
able cardioverter defibrillator (ICD), the electromagnetic wave of TCU might affect the function of the
device. The possible effects on the devices must be checked with the device manufacturer before
TCU use.
PRECAUTION AT INTELLIGENT KEY SYSTEM OPERATION
WARNING:
• If a technician uses implantable cardiac pacemaker or implantable cardioverter defibrillator (ICD),
avoid the device implanted part from approaching within approximately 220 mm (8.66 in) from inte-
rior/exterior antenna.
• The electromagnetic wave of Intelligent Key might affect the function of the implantable cardiac
pacemaker or the implantable cardioverter defibrillator (ICD), at door operation, at each request
switch operation, or at engine starting.
• If a technician uses other medical electric devices than implantable cardiac pacemaker or implant-
able cardioverter defibrillator (ICD), the electromagnetic wave of Intelligent Key might affect the
function of the device. The possible effects on the devices must be checked with the device manu-
facturer before Intelligent Key use.
Point to Be Checked Before Starting Maintenance Work INFOID:0000000010120224

The high voltage system may starts automatically. It is required to check that the timer air conditioner
and timer charge (during EVSE connection) are not set before starting maintenance work.
NOTE:
If the timer air conditioner or timer charge (during EVSE connection) is set, the high voltage system starts
automatically even when the power switch is in OFF state.
Precaution for Supplemental Restraint System (SRS) "AIR BAG" and "SEAT BELT
PRE-TENSIONER" INFOID:0000000010120225

The Supplemental Restraint System such as “AIR BAG” and “SEAT BELT PRE-TENSIONER”, used along
with a front seat belt, helps to reduce the risk or severity of injury to the driver and front passenger for certain
types of collision. This system includes seat belt switch inputs and dual stage front air bag modules. The SRS
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system uses the seat belt switches to determine the front air bag deployment, and may only deploy one front
air bag, depending on the severity of a collision and whether the front occupants are belted or unbelted. A
Information necessary to service the system safely is included in the SR and SB section of this Service Man-
ual.
WARNING: B
• To avoid rendering the SRS inoperative, which could increase the risk of personal injury or death in
the event of a collision which would result in air bag inflation, all maintenance must be performed by
an authorized NISSAN/INFINITI dealer.
• Improper maintenance, including incorrect removal and installation of the SRS, can lead to personal C
injury caused by unintentional activation of the system. For removal of Spiral Cable and Air Bag
Module, see the SR section.
• Do not use electrical test equipment on any circuit related to the SRS unless instructed to in this RAX
Service Manual. SRS wiring harnesses can be identified by yellow and/or orange harnesses or har-
ness connectors.
PRECAUTIONS WHEN USING POWER TOOLS (AIR OR ELECTRIC) AND HAMMERS E
WARNING:
• When working near the Airbag Diagnosis Sensor Unit or other Airbag System sensors with the Igni-
tion ON or engine running, DO NOT use air or electric power tools or strike near the sensor(s) with a F
hammer. Heavy vibration could activate the sensor(s) and deploy the air bag(s), possibly causing
serious injury.
• When using air or electric power tools or hammers, always switch the Ignition OFF, disconnect the
battery and wait at least three minutes before performing any service. G

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PREPARATION
PREPARATION
Commercial Service Tools INFOID:0000000010120226

Tool name Description

Ball joint remover Removing hub bolt

NT146

Power tool Loosening nuts, screws and bolts.

PIIB1407E

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SYMPTOM DIAGNOSIS A
NOISE, VIBRATION AND HARSHNESS (NVH) TROUBLESHOOTING
NVH Troubleshooting Chart INFOID:0000000010120227
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Use chart below to find the cause of the symptom. If necessary, repair or replace these parts.

BR-479
RSU-5
RAX-7

RAX-6

WT-42

WT-42
Reference C

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Improper installation, looseness
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Wheel bearing damage

REAR SUSPENSION
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Parts interference
Possible cause and SUSPECTED PARTS

ROAD WHEEL
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BRAKE
TIRE
Noise × × × × × × × G
Shake × × × × × × ×
Vibration × × × × ×
Symptom REAR AXLE H
Shimmy × × × × × ×
Shudder × × × × ×
Poor quality ride or handling × × × × × I
×: Applicable

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PERIODIC MAINTENANCE
REAR WHEEL HUB
Inspection INFOID:0000000010120228

COMPONENT PART
Check the mounting conditions (looseness, back lash) of each component and component conditions (wear,
damage) are normal.
WHEEL HUB ASSEMBLY (BEARING-INTEGRATED TYPE)
Check the following items, and replace the part it necessary.
• Move wheel hub assembly in the axial direction by hand. Check there is no looseness of wheel bearing.

Axial end play : Refer to RAX-9, "Wheel Bearing".

• Rotate wheel hub assembly and check there is no unusual noise or other irregular conditions. If there is any
of irregular conditions, replace wheel hub assembly.

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REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION A
REAR WHEEL HUB
Exploded View INFOID:0000000010120229
B

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1. Rear suspension beam 2. Parking brake shoe assembly 3. Hub bolt
4. Wheel hub assembly (Bearing-inte- 5. Disc rotor 6. Plug
grated type) I
: N·m (kg-m, ft-lb)
: Always replace after every disassembly.
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Removal and Installation INFOID:0000000010120230

REMOVAL K
1. Remove wheel and tire using power tool. Refer to WT-45, "Exploded View".
2. Remove wheel sensor. Refer to BRC-159, "REAR WHEEL SENSOR : Removal and Installation".
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3. Remove caliper assembly. Hang caliper assembly in a place where it will not interfere with work. Refer to
BR-526, "BRAKE CALIPER ASSEMBLY : Removal and Installation".
CAUTION:
Do not depress brake pedal while brake caliper is removed. M
4. Remove disc rotor. If disc rotor cannot be removed, remove as follows.
CAUTION:
• Parking brake completely in the released position. N
• Put matching marks (A) on the wheel hub assembly and
the disc rotor before removing the disc rotor.
• Do not drop disc rotor. O
a. Fix the disc rotor with wheel nuts and remove the adjusting hole
plug.
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b. Using suitable tool, rotate adjuster (1) in the direction (A) to
retract and loosen brake shoe.
c. Remove disc rotor.
5. Remove wheel hub assembly with power tool.
CAUTION:
Do not remove parking brake shoe assembly. Protect it
from falling.

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6. Remove hub bolts (1) from wheel hub assembly, using suitable
tool (A).
CAUTION:
• Remove hub bolt only when necessary.
• Do not hammer the hub bolt to avoid impact to the wheel
bearing.
• Pull out the hub bolt in a direction perpendicular to the
wheel hub assembly.
7. Perform inspection after removal. Refer to RAX-8, "Inspection".

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INSTALLATION
Note the following, and install in the reverse order of removal.
• Place a washer (A) as shown to install the hub bolts (1) by using
the tightening force of the nut (B).
CAUTION:
• Check that there is no clearance between wheel hub assem-
bly and hub bolt.
• Do not reuse hub bolt.
• Fit the pin of rear brake assembly to hole of rear suspension beam
when install rear brake assembly.
• Align the matching marks that have been made during removal
when reusing the disc rotor.
• Perform inspection after installation. Refer to RAX-8, "Inspection".
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Inspection INFOID:0000000010120231

INSPECTION AFTER REMOVAL

Check the wheel hub assembly for wear, cracks, and damage. Replace if necessary.
INSPECTION AFTER INSTALLATION
1. Check wheel sensor harness for proper connection. BRC-159, "REAR WHEEL SENSOR : Exploded
View".
2. Adjust parking brake operation (stroke). Refer to PB-6, "Adjustment".
3. Check wheel alignment. Refer to RSU-7, "Inspection".
4. Adjust neutral position of steering angle sensor. Refer to BRC-70, "Work Procedure".

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SERVICE DATA AND SPECIFICATIONS (SDS) A
SERVICE DATA AND SPECIFICATIONS (SDS)
Wheel Bearing INFOID:0000000010120232
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Item Standard
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Axial end play 0.05 mm (0.002 in) or less

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