NISSAN 350Z 2007 Z33 Rear Final Drive Workshop Manual

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REAR FINAL DRIVE
D DRIVELINE/AXLE
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REAR FINAL DRIVE
PRECAUTIONS .......................................................... 2
Service Notice or Precautions .................................. 2
PREPARATION ........................................................... 3
Special Service Tools ............................................... 3
Commercial Service Tools ........................................ 6
NOISE, VIBRATION AND HARSHNESS (NVH)
TROUBLESHOOTING ................................................ 7
NVH Troubleshooting Chart ..................................... 7
DESCRIPTION ............................................................ 8
Cross-Sectional View ............................................... 8
DIFFERENTIAL GEAR OIL ........................................ 9
Changing Differential Gear Oil ................................. 9
DRAINING ............................................................. 9
FILLING ................................................................. 9
Checking Differential Gear Oil .................................. 9
OIL LEAKAGE AND OIL LEVEL ........................... 9
FRONT OIL SEAL .................................................... 10
Removal and Installation ........................................ 10
IDENTIFICATION STAMP OF REPLACEMENT
FREQUENCY OF FRONT OIL SEAL ................. 10
REMOVAL ............................................................ 11
INSTALLATION ................................................... 12
SIDE OIL SEAL ........................................................ 15
Removal and Installation ........................................ 15
REMOVAL ........................................................... 15
INSTALLATION ................................................... 15
REAR FINAL DRIVE ASSEMBLY ............................ 17
Removal and Installation ........................................ 17COMPONENTS ................................................... 17
REMOVAL ........................................................... 17
INSTALLATION ................................................... 18
Disassembly and Assembly (R200 2-pinion) .......... 19
COMPONENTS ................................................... 19
ASSEMBLY INSPECTION AND ADJUSTMENT ... 20
DISASSEMBLY ................................................... 24
INSPECTION AFTER DISASSEMBLY ................ 28
ADJUSTMENT AND SELECTION OF ADJUST-
ING WASHERS ................................................... 28
ASSEMBLY ......................................................... 33
Disassembly and Assembly (R200V LSD) ............. 39
COMPONENTS ................................................... 39
ASSEMBLY INSPECTION AND ADJUSTMENT ... 40
DISASSEMBLY ................................................... 44
INSPECTION AFTER DISASSEMBLY ................ 48
ADJUSTMENT AND SELECTION OF ADJUST-
ING WASHERS ................................................... 48
ASSEMBLY ......................................................... 53
SERVICE DATA AND SPECIFICATIONS (SDS) ...... 59
General Specifications ............................................ 59
Inspection and Adjustment ..................................... 59
DRIVE GEAR RUNOUT ...................................... 59
DIFFERENTIAL SIDE GEAR CLEARANCE ....... 59
PRELOAD TORQUE ........................................... 59
BACKLASH ......................................................... 59
COMPANION FLANGE RUNOUT ....................... 59
SELECTIVE PARTS ............................................ 60

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PRECAUTIONS
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PRECAUTIONSPFP:00001
Service Notice or PrecautionsNDS00009

Check for the correct installation status prior to removal or disassembly. If matching marks are required,
be certain they do not interfere with the function of the parts when applied.

Overhaul should be done in a clean work area, it is preferable to work in dustproof area.

Before disassembly, using steam or white gasoline, completely remove sand and mud from the exterior of
the unit, preventing them from entering into the unit during disassembly or assembly.

Check appearance of the disassembled parts for damage, deformation, and unusual wear. Replace them
with a new ones if necessary.

Gaskets, seals and O-rings should be replaced any time when the unit is disassembled.

In principle, tighten bolts or nuts gradually in several steps working diagonally from inside to outside. If
tightening sequence is specified, observe it.

Clean and flush the parts sufficiently and blow-dry them.

Be careful not to damage sliding surfaces and mating surfaces.

When applying sealant, remove the old sealant from the mounting surface; then remove any moisture, oil,
and foreign materials from the application and mounting surfaces.

Always use shop paper for cleaning the inside of components.

Avoid using cotton gloves or shop rags to prevent entering of lint.

During assembly, observe the specified tightening torque, and apply new gear oil, petroleum jelly, or multi-
purpose grease as specified for each vehicle, if necessary.

PREPARATION
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Special Service ToolsNDS0000A
The actual shapes of Kent-Moore tools may differ from those of special service tools illustrated here.
Tool number
(Kent-Moore No.)
Tool nameDescription
KV40104000
(—)
Flange wrench
a: 85 mm (3.35 in) dia.
b: 65 mm (2.56 in) dia.Removing and installing drive pinion lock nut
KV381054S0
(J-34286)
PullerRemoving front oil seal
ST30720000
(J-25405)
Drift
a: 77 mm (3.03 in) dia.
b: 55.5 mm (2.185 in) dia.

Installing front oil seal

Installing pinion rear bearing outer race
KV40104100
(—)
AttachmentRemoving side flange
ST36230000
(J-25840-A)
Sliding hammer Removing side flange
KV38100200
(J-26233)
Drift
a: 65 mm (2.56 in) dia.
b: 49 mm (1.93 in) dia.Installing side oil seal
KV38107900
(J-39352)
ProtectorInstalling side flange
NT659
ZZA0601D
ZZA0811D
ZZA0804D
ZZA0803D
ZZA1143D
S-NT129

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KV38100800
(J-25604-01)
Attachment
a: 541 mm (21.30 in)
b: 200 mm (7.87 in)Fixing unit assembly
ST3127S000
(J-25765-A)
Preload gauge
1: GG91030000
(J-25765)
Torque wrench
2: HT62940000
(—)
Socket adapter (1/2″)
3: HT62900000
(—)
Socket adapter (3/8″)Measuring pinion bearing preload and total
preload
K V 1 0 1111 0 0
(J-37228)
Seal cutterRemoving rear cover
ST3306S001
(J-22888-D)
Differential side bearing puller set
1: ST33051001
(J-22888-20)
Puller
2: ST33061000
(J-8107-2)
Base
a: 28.5 mm (1.122 in) dia.
b: 38 mm (1.50 in) dia.Removing and installing side bearing inner
race
ST30031000
(J-22912-01)
ReplacerRemoving pinion rear bearing inner race
KV40105230
(—)
Drift
a: 92 mm (3.62 in) dia.
b: 86 mm (3.39 in) dia.
c: 45 mm (1.77 in) dia.Installing pinion rear bearing outer race Tool number
(Kent-Moore No.)
Tool nameDescription
SDIA0267E
NT124
S-NT046
NT072
ZZA0700D
PDIA0591E

PREPARATION
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ST30613000
(J-25742-3)
Drift
a: 72 mm (2.83 in) dia.
b: 48 mm (1.89 in) dia.Installing pinion front bearing outer race
ST30611000
(J-25742-1)
Drift barInstalling pinion front bearing outer race (Use
with ST30613000)
ST30901000
(J-26010-01)
Drift
a: 79 mm (3.11 in) dia.
b: 45 mm (1.77 in) dia.
c: 35.2 mm (1.386 in) dia.Installing pinion rear bearing inner race
KV38100300
(J-25523)
Drift
a: 54 mm (2.13 in) dia.
b: 46 mm (1.81 in) dia.
c: 32 mm (1.26 in) dia.Installing side bearing inner race
(J-8129)
Spring gaugeMeasuring turning torque
(J-34309)
Differential shim selector toolAdjusting bearing preload and pinion gear
height
(J-25269-4)
Side bearing disc (2 Req'd) Selecting pinion height adjusting washer Tool number
(Kent-Moore No.)
Tool nameDescription
ZZA1000D
S-NT090
ZZA0978D
ZZA1046D
NT127
NT134
NT136

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Commercial Service ToolsNDS0000B
Tool nameDescription
Spacer
a: 60 mm (2.36 in) dia.
b: 36 mm (1.42 in) dia.
c: 30 mm (1.18 in)Installing pinion front bearing inner race
Power toolLoosening nuts and bolts
ZZA1133D
PBIC0190E

NOISE, VIBRATION AND HARSHNESS (NVH) TROUBLESHOOTING
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NVH Troubleshooting ChartNDS0000C
Use the chart below to help you find the cause of the symptom. If necessary, repair or replace these parts.
×: ApplicableReference page
Refer to RFD-28
(R200 2-pinion), RFD-48
(R200V LSD).
Refer to RFD-21
(R200 2-pinion), RFD-41
(R200V LSD).
Refer to RFD-28
(R200 2-pinion), RFD-48
(R200V LSD).
Refer to RFD-22
(R200 2-pinion), RFD-42
(R200V LSD).
Refer to RFD-23
(R200 2-pinion), RFD-43
(R200V LSD).
Refer to RFD-9
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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 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
TIRES
ROAD WHEEL
DRIVE SHAFT
BRAKES
STEERING
Symptom Noise×××××××××××××

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DESCRIPTION
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DESCRIPTIONPFP:00000
Cross-Sectional ViewNDS0000D
R200 (2-pinion)
R200V (LSD)
PDIA0627E
1. Side flange 2. Pinion mate gear 3. Drive gear
4. Pinion mate shaft 5. Differential case 6. Side bearing
7. Drive pinion 8. Pinion front bearing 9. Companion flange
10. Collapsible spacer 11. Pinion rear bearing 12. Side gear
PDIA0628E
1. Side flange 2. Pinion mate gear 3. Drive gear
4. Pinion mate shaft 5. Differential case 6. Side bearing
7. Side gear 8. Drive pinion 9. Pinion front bearing
10. Companion flange 11. Collapsible spacer 12. Pinion rear bearing
13. Viscous coupling

DIFFERENTIAL GEAR OIL
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Changing Differential Gear OilNDS0000E
DRAINING
1. Stop engine.
2. Remove drain plug and drain gear oil.
3. Set a gasket on drain plug and install it to final drive assembly
and tighten to the specified torque. Refer to RFD-19, "
COMPO-
NENTS" (R200 2-pinion) or RFD-39, "COMPONENTS" (R200V
LSD).
CAUTION:
Do not reuse gasket.
FILLING
1. Remove filler plug. Fill with new gear oil until oil level reaches
the specified level near filler plug mounting hole.
2. After refilling oil, check oil level. Set a gasket to filler plug, then
install it to final drive assembly. Refer to RFD-19, "
COMPO-
NENTS" (R200 2-pinion) or RFD-39, "COMPONENTS" (R200V
LSD).
CAUTION:
Do not reuse gasket.
Checking Differential Gear OilNDS0000F
OIL LEAKAGE AND OIL LEVEL

Make sure that oil is not leaking from final drive assembly or around it.

Check oil level from filler plug mounting hole as shown in the fig-
ure.
CAUTION:
Do not start engine while checking oil level.

Set a gasket on filler plug and install it on final drive assembly.
Refer to RFD-19, "
COMPONENTS" (R200 2-pinion) or RFD-39,
"COMPONENTS" (R200V LSD).
CAUTION:
Do not reuse gasket.
PDIA0493E
Oil grade and Viscosity:
Refer to MA-11, "
Fluids and Lubricants" .
Oil capacity:
Approx. 1.4 (3 US pt, 2-1/2 Imp pt)
PDIA0494E
PDIA0494E

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FRONT OIL SEAL
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FRONT OIL SEALPFP:38189
Removal and InstallationNDS0000G
CAUTION:
Verify identification stamp of replacement frequency put in the lower part of gear carrier to determine
replacement for collapsible spacer when replacing front oil seal. Refer to RFD-10, "
IDENTIFICATION
STAMP OF REPLACEMENT FREQUENCY OF FRONT OIL SEAL" . If necessary collapsible spacer
replacement, remove final drive assembly and disassemble it to replace front oil seal and collapsible
spacer. Refer to RFD-17, "
Removal and Installation" , RFD-19, "Disassembly and Assembly (R200 2-
pinion)" and/or RFD-39, "Disassembly and Assembly (R200V LSD)" .
NOTE:
The reuse of collapsible spacer is prohibited in principle. However, it is reusable on a one-time basis
only in cases when replacing front oil seal.
IDENTIFICATION STAMP OF REPLACEMENT FREQUENCY OF FRONT OIL SEAL

The diagonally shaded area in the figure shows stamping point
for replacement frequency of front oil seal.

The following table shows if collapsible spacer replacement is
needed before replacing front oil seal.
When collapsible spacer replacement is required, disassemble
final drive assembly to replace collapsible spacer and front oil
seal. Refer to RFD-19, "
Disassembly and Assembly (R200 2-
pinion)" or RFD-39, "Disassembly and Assembly (R200V LSD)"
.
CAUTION:
Be sure to make a stamping after replacing front oil seal.

After replacing front oil seal, make a stamping on the stamping point in accordance with the table below in
order to identify replacement frequency.
CAUTION:
Stamping shall be made from left to right.
Stamp collapsible spacer replacement
No stamp Not required
“0” or “0” on the far right of stamp Required
“01” or “1” on the far right of stamp Not requiredPDIA0976E
Stamp before stamping Stamping on the far right Stamping
No stamp00
“0”
(Front oil seal was replaced once.)101
“01”
(Collapsible spacer and front oil seal were replaced last time.)0 010
“0” is on the far right.
(Only front oil seal was replaced last time.)1...01
“1” is on the far right.
(Collapsible spacer and front oil seal were replaced last time.)0 ...010