Nissan Qashqai J11. Manual - part 852
REAR DRIVE SHAFT
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Install the boot securely into grooves (indicated by “*” marks)
shown in the figure.
CAUTION:
If grease adheres to the boot mounting surface (with “*”
mark) on the shaft or joint sub-assembly, boot may be
removed. Remove all grease from the surfaces.
10. To prevent from deformation of the boot, adjust the boot installa-
tion length to the specified value shown below (L) by inserting
the suitable tool into inside of the boot from the large diameter
side of boot and discharging the inside air.
CAUTION:
• If the boot installation length exceeds the standard, it may cause breakage in boot.
• Be careful not to touch the inside of the boot with the tip of tool.
11. Secure large and small ends of boot with new boot bands as
shown in the figure.
CAUTION:
Never reuse boot band.
12. Secure housing and shaft, and then make sure that they are in
the correct position when rotating boot. Install them with new
boot band when the mounting positions become incorrect.
Inspection
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INSPECTION AFTER REMOVAL
• Move joint up/down, left/right, and in the axial direction. Check for any rough movement or significant loose-
ness.
• Check boot for cracks or other damage, and also for grease leak-
age.
• If a malfunction is found, disassemble drive shaft, and then replace
with new one.
INSPECTION AFTER DISASSENBLY
Shaft
Check shaft for runout, cracks, or other damage. Replace if there are.
Joint Sub-Assembly (Wheel Side)
Check the following:
• Joint sub-assembly for rough rotation and excessive axial looseness.
• The inside of the joint sub-assembly for entry of foreign material.
• Joint sub-assembly for compression scars, cracks, and fractures inside of joint sub-assembly.
Replace joint sub-assembly if there are any non-standard conditions of components.
Housing and Spider assembly (Final Drive Side)
Standard
Boots installed
length (L)
: Refer to
.
JPDIF0018ZZ
PDIA1188J
SDIA1163J