Axle Bearing (Rear) - Removal Kit/Service Procedure: Overview

Classification:
TE01-008

Reference:
NTB01-031

Date:
June 18, 2001

ESSENTIAL TOOL: REAR AXLE BEARING REMOVAL KIT

APPLIED VEHICLES:
1986.5-1995 Pathfinder (WD21)
1996-2001 Pathfinder (R50)
1986.5-1997 Truck (D21)
1998-2001 Frontier (D22)
2000-2001 Xterra (WD22)

SERVICE INFORMATION





If the rear axle bearing, rear axle seal, or Anti-lock Brake System (ABS) rotor ring need to be replaced on one of the applied vehicles listed above, use the "Rear Axle Bearing Removal Kit" P/N J-45073 to remove these pressed-on components. This kit replaces special tools J-25852-B and J-25864-01, which were previously used for similar types of work, but are now obsolete and cannot be used on the current applied vehicles (listed above). Refer to the "Essential Tool Shipment" flyer shown for additional information.





The Rear Axle Bearing Removal Kit (P/N J-45073) shown is an essential tool and will be automatically sent to all Nissan dealers.

The Service Procedure provides instructions for using the new "Rear Axle Bearing Removal Kit" P/N J-45073 for removing the pressed-on components mentioned above.