This genuine Nissan pinion nut is located on the rear differential and is responsible for securing the drive flange to the pinion gear. This nut is crucial for setting the correct pinion bearing preload. It is often damaged or stretched during removal and is considered a single-use item that should be replaced whenever the pinion seal is changed or the differential is rebuilt.
Failure to replace a worn or damaged pinion nut can lead to it backing off. This causes severe driveline vibration and excessive play, which will destroy the crown wheel and pinion gears in a short amount of time. This results in a complete differential failure, a costly repair, and a vehicle that can't be driven.
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