Q: How to remove and reinstall the rear axle assembly in a Nissan Pathfinder?A: Loosen rear wheel lug nuts, raise vehicle and support on jack stands. Block front wheels. Remove rear wheels, disconnect driveshaft, shock absorbers, vent hose, brake line fittings, ABS wheel speed sensor, brake drums and shoes (2WD Frontier only). Disconnect parking brake cables. Unbolt spring U-bolts, spring plates, stabilizer bar brackets (Pathfinder/Xterra only). Remove coil springs, suspension arms and Pan hard rod. Lower jack and remove rear axle assembly. Reverse installation, tighten U-joint strap bolts and suspension fasteners, bleed brakes.