Safety Warning
DIY auto repair can cause serious injury, fire, or vehicle damage. These guides are for informational purposes only. Always follow OEM torque specs, wear PPE, and consult a certified mechanic if you are unsure. You are solely responsible for your safety.
Final Drive Side
2006 Infiniti FX35 AWDSECTION Final Drive Side
- Press shaft in a vice.CAUTION: When retaining drive shaft in a vise, always use copper or aluminum plates between vise and shaft.
- Remove boot bands.
- If plug needs to be removed, move boot to wheel side, and drive it out with a plastic hammer.
- Remove stopper ring with a flat-bladed screwdriver, and pull out housing.
- Remove snap ring, then remove ball cage/steel ball/inner race assembly from shaft.
- Remove boot from shaft.
- Remove old grease on housing with paper towels.
RENDER: 1.0x
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When to See a Mechanic
Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:
- • You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
- • Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
- • The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
- • You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
- • You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.