How to disconnect and remove the differential from a Nissan Murano?

Disconnect the driveshaft from the differential and use wire to hang the rear of the driveshaft out of the way, marking the flange alignment with paint before disconnecting. Remove the rear stabilizer bar and the EVAP canister, followed by the rear driveaxles. Note the routing of the wiring and disconnect it from the differential, then note the routing of the breather hoses and detach them. Place a floor jack under the differential and adjust it to support its weight, then remove the differential mounting nut from the rear of the subframe. Ensure the jack is properly seated under the differential, then remove the differential mounting bracket-to-subframe nuts and bolts. Carefully lower the differential with the jack until it can be slid from under the vehicle, removing the vibration damper weights if necessary for 2009 and later models. Installation is the reverse of removal, routing the vent hoses and wiring as originally configured and aligning the driveshaft flange mark with the mark on the differential flange. Finally, tighten the mounting fasteners and check the lubricant level, adding some if necessary.

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- 2015-2024 Nissan Murano | Midnight Edition, Platinum, Platinum Hybrid, S, SL, SL Hybrid, SV | 4 Cyl 2.5 L FULL HYBRID EV-GAS (FHEV), 4 Cyl 2.5L, 6 Cyl 3.5 L GAS, 6 Cyl 3.5L | QR25DER, VQ35DE
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Nissan Murano Case COMPL Diff
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- Other Name: Differential, Differential Case
- Manufacturer Note: 201810
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- 2003-2019 Nissan Murano | LE, LE/ROOF, Platinum, S, SE, SL, SL/ROOF, SV | 4 Cyl 2.5L, 6 Cyl 3.5L | QR25DER, VQ35DE
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Nissan Murano Final Drive Assembly
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- Other Name: Final Drive Assy-Rear; Carrier Assembly
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- 2008-2014 Nissan Murano | LE, LE/ROOF, S, SL, SL/ROOF, SV | 6 Cyl 3.5L | VQ35DE
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Nissan Murano Differential Case
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- Other Name: Case-Differential
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- 2003-2024 Nissan Murano | CrossCabriolet, LE, LE/ROOF, Midnight Edition, Platinum, Platinum Hybrid, S, SE, SL, SL Hybrid, SL/ROOF, SV | 4 Cyl 2.5 L FULL HYBRID EV-GAS (FHEV), 4 Cyl 2.5L, 6 Cyl 3.5 L GAS, 6 Cyl 3.5L | QR25DER, VQ35DE
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- 2003-2019 Nissan Murano | LE, LE/ROOF, Platinum, S, SE, SL, SL/ROOF, SV | 4 Cyl 2.5L, 6 Cyl 3.5L | QR25DER, VQ35DE
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Nissan Murano Final Drive Assy-Rear
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- 2015-2024 Nissan Murano | Midnight Edition, Platinum, Platinum Hybrid, S, SL, SL Hybrid, SV | 4 Cyl 2.5 L FULL HYBRID EV-GAS (FHEV), 4 Cyl 2.5L, 6 Cyl 3.5 L GAS, 6 Cyl 3.5L | QR25DER, VQ35DE
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Nissan Murano Carrier Complete-Gear
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- 2003-2014 Nissan Murano | LE, LE/ROOF, S, SE, SL, SL/ROOF, SV | 6 Cyl 3.5L | VQ35DE
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Nissan Murano Final Drive Assembly
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- 2003-2007 Nissan Murano | S, SE, SL | 6 Cyl 3.5L | VQ35DE
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Nissan Murano FINAL DRIVE ASSY-REAR
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- 2025 Nissan Murano | Platinum, SL, SV | 4 Cyl 2.0 L GAS

Nissan Murano Differential

The Nissan Murano Differential controls the delivery of torque so that the left and right drive wheels can rotate at different speeds with ease when cornering. The application of a gear set channels the engine power while allowing each wheel to follow its natural line through a curve, thus reducing tire scrub and strain on the drivetrain. In a front-wheel-drive configuration, the unit is positioned on the front axle, while a rear-wheel-drive arrangement would have it positioned between the rear wheels. An all-wheel-drive vehicle may also have a central companion linking the two axles. Two principal operating styles are applied in modern cars. An open version distributes power evenly, while a limited-slip version relies on clutches and springs to channel extra torque to the wheel with more grip. The lubricating fluid within the Differential housing can cause serious harm to the Differential gears when lost. Timely inspections of fluids can avoid issues such as Differential overheating. With consistent monitoring, the Differential ensures each journey made by the Nissan Murano is dependable and grants Nissan performance and stability to the Murano during driving in various situations for Nissan owners.

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Nissan Murano Differential Parts Questions & Experts Answers

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38420-CA000
Q: How to disconnect and remove the differential from a Nissan Murano?
A:
Disconnect the driveshaft from the differential and use wire to hang the rear of the driveshaft out of the way, marking the flange alignment with paint before disconnecting. Remove the rear stabilizer bar and the EVAP canister, followed by the rear driveaxles. Note the routing of the wiring and disconnect it from the differential, then note the routing of the breather hoses and detach them. Place a floor jack under the differential and adjust it to support its weight, then remove the differential mounting nut from the rear of the subframe. Ensure the jack is properly seated under the differential, then remove the differential mounting bracket-to-subframe nuts and bolts. Carefully lower the differential with the jack until it can be slid from under the vehicle, removing the vibration damper weights if necessary for 2009 and later models. Installation is the reverse of removal, routing the vent hoses and wiring as originally configured and aligning the driveshaft flange mark with the mark on the differential flange. Finally, tighten the mounting fasteners and check the lubricant level, adding some if necessary.