2004 Nissan-Datsun Sentra SE-RFACTORY OEM SERVICE PROCEDURE

Adapter Case

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2003 Nissan Murano. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
  1. Select the adjusting shim on the gear ring bearing. Refer to SELECTIVE PARTS .
  2. Install the oil gutter.
  3. Using a drift, install the selected adjusting shim and gear ring bearing outer race to the adapter case.

    Tool number A: ST30720000 (J25405) 

    B: KV40105230 ( - ) 

    Fig 1: Installing Selected Adjusting Shim And Gear Ring Bearing Using Drift
    G01199986Courtesy of NISSAN MOTOR CO., U.S.A.
  4. Using a drift, drive the oil seal until it becomes flush with the case end.
    Fig 2: Driving Oil Seal Using Drift
    G01199987Courtesy of NISSAN MOTOR CO., U.S.A.

    Tool number: KV38101700 ( - ) 

    CAUTION:
    • When checking the Total preload torque, measure it without the oil seal, then install the oil seal.
    • Discard old oil seals, replace with new ones.
    • Apply multi-purpose grease onto oil seal lips, and gear oil onto the circumference of the oil seal.
  5. Apply recommended sealant on drain plug and install it to the adapter case.

    Drain plug tightening torque 

    : 9.8 - 19.6 N.m (1.0 - 1.9 kg-m, 87 - 173 in-lb) 

  6. Apply multi-purpose grease lightly and evenly onto an O-ring, and install it to the adapter case.
    CAUTION: Do not reuse the O-ring.
  7. Install the adapter case to the transfer case, and apply anti-corrosive oil onto threads and seats on the mounting bolts. Tighten to the specified torque.
    Fig 3: Tightening Bolts To Specified Torque
    G01199989Courtesy of NISSAN MOTOR CO., U.S.A.
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