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.
2008 Nissan-Datsun Sentra SE-RFACTORY OEM SERVICE PROCEDURE
Transaxle Side
- Mount drive shaft in a vise.CAUTION: When mounting shaft in a vise, always use copper or aluminum plates between vise and shaft.
- Remove boot bands and slide the boot back.
- Remove circlip and dust shield from slide joint housing.
- Put matching marks on slide joint housing and shaft, then pull out shaft from slide joint housing.
- Put matching marks on spider assembly and shaft.
- Remove snap ring using a suitable tool, then remove spider assembly from shaft.
- Remove boot from shaft.
- Clean the old grease off of the slide joint assembly.
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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.
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