Nissan Versa (N17): Front wheel hub and knuckle

Nissan Versa 2nd generation (N17) Service Manual / Transmission & driveline / Front axle (FAX) / Front wheel hub and knuckle

Inspection

  • Check the axle and suspension parts for excessive play, wear, or damage.
  • Shake each front wheel to check for excessive play as shown.

Inspection

FRONT WHEEL BEARING INSPECTION

  • Move wheel hub and bearing assembly in the axial direction by hand. Make sure the axial end play is within specification.

Axial end play : Refer to FAX "Wheel Bearing".

  • Check that the wheel hub bearing operates smoothly.
  • Replace the wheel hub assembly if the axial end play exceeds specification, or if the wheel bearing does not turn smoothly. Refer to FAX "Removal and Installation".

CAUTION: The wheel hub assembly does not require maintenance. If any of the following symptoms are noted, replace the wheel hub assembly.

  • Growling noise is emitted from the wheel hub bearing during operation.
  • Wheel hub bearing drags or turns roughly.

FRONT DRIVE SHAFT

Inspection

  • Check drive shaft mounting point and joint for looseness and other damage.
  • Check boot for cracks and other damage. Replace or repair components as necessary. Refer to FAX "Removal and Installation", FAX "Disassembly and Assembly".

    CAUTION: Replace entire drive shaft assembly when noise or vibration occur from drive shaft.

REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION

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