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.
2004 Nissan-Datsun Sentra SE-RFACTORY OEM SERVICE PROCEDURE
Adapter Case
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2004 Nissan Murano. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
- Select the gear ring bearing adjusting shim (adapter case side). Refer to "SELECTING ADJUSTING SHIMS ".
- Install the oil gutter.
- Using a drift, install the selected gear ring bearing adjusting shim (adapter case side) and gear ring bearing outer race (adapter case side).
Tool number A: ST30720000 (J25405)
B: KV40105230 (-)
- Using a drift, drive the adapter case oil seal until it becomes flush with the case end.
Tool number: KV38101700 (-)
CAUTION:- When checking the Total preload torque, measure it without the oil seal, then install the oil seal.
- Do not reuse the oil seal.
- Apply multi-purpose grease onto oil seal lips, and gear oil onto the circumference of the oil seal.
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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.