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ENGINE ASSEMBLYEM-237
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ENGINE ASSEMBLY
ComponentINFOID:0000000001325801
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GI-8, "Component" for symbols in the figure.
Removal and InstallationINFOID:0000000001325802
WARNING:
 Situate vehicle on a flat and solid surface.
 Place chocks at front and back of rear wheels.
 For engines not equipped with engi ne slingers, attach proper slingers and bolts described in PARTS
CATALOG.
CAUTION:
 Always be careful to work safely, avoid forceful or uninstructed operations.
 Do not start working until exhaust system and engine coolant are cool enough.
 If items or work required are not covered by th e engine section, refer to the applicable sections.
 Always use the support poin t specified for lifting.
 Use either 2-pole lift type or separate type lift as best you can. If board-on type is used for unavoid-
able reasons, support at the rear axle jacking poin t with transmission jack or similar tool before
starting work, in prepar ation for the backward shif t of center of gravity.
 For supporting points fo r lifting and jacking point at rear axle, refer to GI-37, "
Garage Jack and
Safety Stand".
REMOVAL
Outline
At first, remove engine, transmission assembly and front final drive with front suspension member from vehicle
downward. Then separate engine from transmission.
Preparation
1. Engine mounting bracket (RH) 2. Engine mounting insulator (RH) 3. Engine mounting bracket (LH)
4. Engine mounting insulator (LH) 5. Plate 6. Collar
7. Grommet 8. Engine rear member 9. Engine mounting insulator (rear)
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EXHAUST SYSTEM
SERVICE INFORMATION .. ..........................2
PREPARATION .............................................. .....2
Commercial Service Tool .................................... ......2
EXHAUST SYSTEM ...........................................3
Checking Exhaust System ................................... .....3
Component ...............................................................3
Removal and Installation ..........................................4
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FAX-1
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FRONT AXLE
2WD
SERVICE INFORMATION .. ..........................
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PREPARATION .............................................. .....2
Special Service Tool ........................................... ......2
Commercial Service Tool ..........................................2
NOISE, VIBRATION AND HARSHNESS
(NVH) TROUBLESHOOTING .............................
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NVH Troubleshooting Chart ................................ ......3
FRONT WHEEL HUB AND KNUCKLE ..............4
On-Vehicle Inspection ......................................... ......4
Removal and Installation ...........................................4
SERVICE DATA AND SPECIFICATIONS
(SDS) ...................................................................
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Wheel Bearing ..................................................... ......6
AWD
SERVICE INFORMATION .. ..........................
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PRECAUTIONS .............................................. .....7
Caution ................................................................ ......7
PREPARATION ..................................................8
Special Service Tool ............................................ .....8
Commercial Service Tool .........................................9
NOISE, VIBRATION AND HARSHNESS
(NVH) TROUBLESHOOTING ...........................
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NVH Troubleshooting Chart ....................................10
FRONT WHEEL HUB AND KNUCKLE ............11
On-Vehicle Inspection ......................................... ....11
Removal and Installation .........................................11
FRONT DRIVE SHAFT .....................................13
On-Vehicle Inspection .............................................13
Removal and Installation (Left Side) ........................15
Removal and Installation (Right Side) .....................16
Disassembly and Assembly (Left Side) ...................18
Disassembly and Assembly (Right Side) .................21
SERVICE DATA AND SPECIFICATIONS
(SDS) .................................................................
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Wheel Bearing .........................................................26
Drive Shaft ...............................................................26
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NOISE, VIBRATION AND HARSHNESS (NVH) TROUBLESHOOTINGFAX-3
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NOISE, VIBRATION AND HARSHN ESS (NVH) TROUBLESHOOTING
NVH Troubleshooting ChartINFOID:0000000001327505
Use chart below to help you find the cause of the symp tom. If necessary, repair or replace these parts.
×: Applicable
Reference page
FAX-4—
FAX-4
NVH in WT section
NVH in WT section
NVH in PS section
Possible cause and SUSPECTED PARTS
Improper installation, looseness
Parts interference
Wheel bearing damage
TIRE
ROAD WHEEL
STEERING
Symptom FRONT AXLE Noise
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Shake ×× ×××
Vibration ××××
Shimmy ×× ×××
Judder ××××
Poor quality ride or handling ×××××
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FAX-10
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NOISE, VIBRATION AND HARSHNESS
(NVH) TROUBLESHOOTING
NOISE, VIBRATION AND HARSHNESS (NVH) TROUBLESHOOTING
NVH Troubleshooting ChartINFOID:0000000001327512
Use chart below to help you find the cause of the symp tom. If necessary, repair or replace these parts.
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FAX-11
NVH in FFD section
NVH in FAX and FSU section
Refer to FRONT AXLE in this chart. NVH in WT section
NVH in WT section
Refer to DRIVE SHAFT in this chart. NVH in BR sectionNVH in PS section
Possible cause and SUSPECTED PARTS
Excessive joint angle
Joint sliding resistance
Imbalance
Improper installation, looseness
Parts interference
Wheel bearing damage
FRONT DIFFERENTIAL
FRONT AXLE AND FRONT SUSPENSION
FRONT AXLE
TIRE
ROAD WHEEL
DRIVE SHAFT
BRAKE
STEERING
Symptom DRIVE
SHAFT
Noise
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Shake ×× ×××××××
FRONT
AXLE Noise
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Shake ××× ××××××
Vibration ××× ××××
Shimmy ×× ××× ××
Judder × ××× ××
Poor quality ride or handling ×× ×××
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FRONT FINAL DRIVE
SERVICE INFORMATION .. ..........................2
PRECAUTIONS .............................................. .....2
Service Notice or Precaution ............................... ......2
PREPARATION ...................................................3
Special Service Tool ........................................... ......3
Commercial Service Tool ..........................................5
NOISE, VIBRATION AND HARSHNESS
(NVH) TROUBLESHOOTING .............................
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NVH Troubleshooting Chart ................................ ......6
DESCRIPTION ....................................................7
Cross-Sectional View .......................................... ......7
DIFFERENTIAL GEAR OIL .................................8
Changing Differential Gear Oil ............................ ......8
Checking Differential Gear Oil ............................. .....8
FRONT OIL SEAL ..............................................9
Removal and Installation ..........................................9
SIDE OIL SEAL .................................................12
Removal and Installation .........................................12
FRONT FINAL DRIVE ASSEMBLY ..................14
Removal and Installation (VQ35DE Models) ...........14
Removal and Installation (VK45DE Models) ...........15
Disassembly and Assembly .....................................17
SERVICE DATA AND SPECIFICATIONS
(SDS) .................................................................
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General Specification ..............................................39
Inspection and Adjustment ......................................39
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NOISE, VIBRATION AND HARSHNESS (NVH) TROUBLESHOOTING
NOISE, VIBRATION AND HARSHNESS (NVH) TROUBLESHOOTING
NVH Troubleshooting ChartINFOID:0000000001327479
Use the chart below to help you find the cause of the sy mptom. If necessary, repair or replace these parts.
×: ApplicableReference page
Refer to
FFD-17, "
Disassembly and Assembly
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Refer to FFD-17, "
Disassembly and Assembly
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Refer to FFD-17, "
Disassembly and Assembly
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Refer to FFD-17, "
Disassembly and Assembly
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Refer to FFD-17, "
Disassembly and Assembly
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Refer to FFD-8, "
Checking Differential Gear Oil
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NVH in PR section.
NVH in FAX, RAX, FSU and RSU sections.
NVH in WT section.
NVH in WT section.
NVH in FAX and RAX section.
NVH in BR section.
NVH in PS section.
Possible cause and SUSPECTED PARTS
Gear tooth rough
Gear contact improper
Tooth surfaces worn
Backlash incorrect
Companion flange excessive runout
Gear oil improper
PROPELLER SHAFT
AXLE AND SUSPENSION
TIRE
ROAD WHEEL
DRIVE SHAFT
BRAKE
STEERING
Symptom Noise ×××××××××××××
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DESCRIPTIONFFD-7
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Cross-Sectional ViewINFOID:0000000001327480
VQ35DE models
VK45DE models
PDIA0647E
1. Side retainer 2. Side bearing 3. Differential case
4. Drive gear 5. Pinion mate shaft 6. Pinion mate gear
7. Side gear 8. Side shaft 9. Gear carrier
10. Drive pinion 11. Companion flange 12. Pinion front bearing
13. Pinion rear bearing 14. Extension tube retainer 15. Engine assembly
PDIA1214E
1. Side retainer 2. Side bearing 3. Differential case
4. Drive gear 5. Pinion mate shaft 6. Pinion mate gear
7. Side gear 8. Side shaft 9. Gear carrier
10. Drive pinion 11. Companion flange 12. Pinion front bearing
13. Pinion rear bearing 14. Extension tube retainer 15. Engine assembly
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FUEL SYSTEM
SERVICE INFORMATION .. ..........................2
PREPARATION .............................................. .....2
Commercial Service Tool .................................... ......2
FUEL SYSTEM ....................................................3
Checking Fuel Line ............................................. ......3
General Precaution ...................................................3
FUEL LEVEL SENSOR UNIT, FUEL FILTER
AND FUEL PUMP ASSEMBLY ..........................
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Component .......................................................... ......4
Removal and Installation ..................................... .....4
Component ...............................................................8
Disassembly and Assembly ......................................8
FUEL TANK ..................................... .................10
Component .......................................................... ....10
Removal and Installation .........................................10
SERVICE DATA AND SPECIFICATIONS
(SDS) .................................................................
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Standard and Limit ..................................................12
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FRONT SUSPENSION
SERVICE INFORMATION .. ..........................2
PRECAUTIONS .............................................. .....2
Caution ................................................................ ......2
PREPARATION ...................................................3
Special Service Tool ........................................... ......3
Commercial Service Tool ..........................................3
NOISE, VIBRATION AND HARSHNESS
(NVH) TROUBLESHOOTING .............................
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NVH Troubleshooting Chart ................................ ......4
FRONT SUSPENSION ASSEMBLY ...................5
On-Vehicle Inspection and Service ..................... ......5
Wheel Alignment Inspection ......................................5
Removal and Installation ...........................................6
COIL SPRING AND STRUT ..............................10
Removal and Installation ..................................... ....10
Disassembly and Assembly .....................................11
TRANSVERSE LINK .........................................13
Removal and Installation ..................................... ....13
STABILIZER BAR .............................................15
Removal and Installation .........................................15
FRONT SUSPENSION MEMBER .....................16
Removal and Installation .........................................16
SERVICE DATA AND SPECIFICATIONS
(SDS) .................................................................
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Wheel Alignment (Unladen*) ...................................17
Ball Joint ..................................................................17
Wheelarch Height (Unladen*) ..................................17
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