Nissan GT-R (R35) · Service Manual TRANSMISSION & DRIVELINE

FRONT DRIVE SHAFT

Exploded View

 
 LEFT SIDE


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1.
 		Joint-sub assembly
 		2.
 		Circular clip
 		3.
 		Boot band
4.
 		Boot
 		5.
 		Shaft
 		6.
 		Spider assembly
7.
 		Snap ring
 		8.
 		Housing
 		9.
 		Plug
: Wheel side

: NISSAN genuine grease or an equivalent.
Refer to Components for symbols not described on the above.

 
 RIGHT SIDE


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1.
 		Joint-sub assembly
 		2.
 		Circular clip
 		3.
 		Boot band
4.
 		Boot
 		5.
 		Shaft
 		6.
 		Spider assembly
7.
 		Snap ring
 		8.
 		Housing
 		9.
 		Dust shield
: Wheel side

: NISSAN genuine grease or an equivalent.
Refer to Components for symbols not described on the above.

Inspection

 
 INSPECTION AFTER REMOVAL

  • Move joint up/down, left/right, and in the axial directions. Check for motion that is not smooth and for significant looseness.
  • Check boot for cracks, damage, and leakage of grease.
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  • Disassemble drive shaft and exchange malfunctioning part if there is abnormal condition.
 
 INSPECTION AFTER INSTALLATION

    1.Check shock absorber actuator harness connector. Refer to Removal and Installation (GT-R certified NISSAN dealer).
    2.Check wheel sensor harness for proper connection. Refer to Exploded View (GT-R certified NISSAN dealer).
    3.Check the wheel alignment. Refer to Inspection.
    4.Adjust neutral position of steering angle sensor. Refer to Special Repair Requirement (GT-R certified NISSAN dealer).
 
 INSPECTION AFTER DISASSEMBLY
 
 Shaft

Check shaft for runout, cracks and other damage. Replace it if necessary.
 
 Joint Sub-Assembly (Wheel Side)

Check the following items, replace the parts if necessary.
  • Joint sub-assembly for rough rotation or excessive axial looseness.
  • The inside of the joint sub-assembly for entry of foreign material.
  • Joint sub-assembly for compression scars, cracks or fractures inside of joint sub-assembly.
Replace joint sub-assembly if there are any abnormal conditions of components.
 
 Housing and Spider assembly (Final Drive side)

Replace housing and spider assembly if there is scratching or wear of housing roller contact surface or spider roller contact surface.
NOTE：
Housing and spider assembly are used in a set.