Nissan Qashqai (2007-2010). Manual - part 665

REAR DRIVE SHAFT

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1.

If sensor rotor (1) is removed, use a drift (A) (SST: KV38100500)
and color (B) (SST: KV40101840) to press in a new one.

2.

Fill serration slot joint sub-assembly (1) with NISSAN genuine
grease or equivalent until the serration slot and ball groove
become full to the brim.

CAUTION:

After applying grease, use a shop cloth to wipe off old
grease that has oozed out.

3.

Wrap serrated part of shaft with tape (A). Install boot band and
boot to shaft. Be careful not to damage boot.

CAUTION:

Never reuse boot and boot band.

4.

Remove the tape wrapped around the serrated on shaft.

5.

Position circular clip on groove at the shaft edge.

CAUTION:

Never reuse circular clip.
NOTE:
Drive joint inserter is recommended when installing circular clip.

6.

Align both center axles of the shaft edge and joint sub-assembly.
Then assemble shaft with circular clip joint sub-assembly.

7.

Install joint sub-assembly to shaft using plastic hammer.

CAUTION:

Confirm that joint sub-assembly is correctly engaged while
rotating drive shaft.

8.

Apply the balance of the specified amount of grease into the
boot inside from large diameter side of boot.

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Standard

Grease amount

: Refer to 

RAX-20, "Drive 

Shaft"

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9.

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 

RAX-20, "Drive 

Shaft"

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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.

RAX-20

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SERVICE DATA AND SPECIFICATIONS (SDS)

SERVICE DATA AND SPECIFICATIONS (SDS)

Wheel Bearing

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Axial end play

0.05 mm (0.002 in) or less

Joint

Wheel side

Final drive side

Grease quantity

35 – 45 g (1.23 – 1.59 oz)

40 – 50 g (1.41 – 1.76 oz)

Boots installed length (L)

66.7 – 68.7 mm (2.626  – 2.705 in)

78.6 – 80.6 mm (3.094 – 3.173 in)

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