How to inspect and maintain the drive shaft and universal joints on the Nissan Armada?

The driveshaft is a long tube or two separate tubes. Main points connect to the transmission at one end and the differential at the other. Universal joints stand like hinges in the center on both one-piece and two-piece driveshafts. Single-piece rear driveshafts connect with a cup-shaped fitting at the front that slides into a rear housing when the car works. In contrast, two-piece rear driveshafts link two parts together using a cylindrical yoke that unlocks the pieces as the car moves. Two-piece drive shafts forTerrain vehicles have a support bearing linking to the frame crossmember, while the 4WD front driveshaft uses a slip joint to allow changing its length. The driveshaft needs little attention, since its universal joints come pre-lubricated and don't wear out, but if problems show up, you may need to remove it from the car. We need to keep the driveshaft clean and check it for damage. Also, make sure any balancing weights are okay, and install the driveshaft back exactly as it was for the correct balance. When your car shakes or makes noises when driving, you should take it on a check drive to figure out which part needs fixing. To do the check, lift the vehicle and block the wheels so it can't move. Make sure you look at the driveshaft for dents and cracks; if you see oil leaking from either end, the seal needs replacement. When inspecting the vehicle, an assistant needs to do two checks. They rotate a wheel to check how well the universal joints work, and they look for wear or damage at the center bearing. When parked still, you can test the universal joint by trying to turn its shaft. Any movement shows it's wearing out. Four-wheel-drive owners should check the front driveshaft bolt tightness, and search for leaking fluid from the slip yoke, transfer case, and front differential connections. This reveals worn out seals in the front drive. Before moving on, check both front driveaxle joints for movement and look for any fluid dripping out from the rubber axle boots or ends. If axles leak around their flanges, the oil seal is likely broken.

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Part Number: 37126-EA028
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- Other Name: Journal Kit-PROPELLER Shaft; Universal Joints
- Replaces: 37126-EA026
Fits the following Nissan Models:
- Frontier | 2005-2021 | Desert Runner, LE, Nismo Off-Road, Off-Road, PRO-4X, S, SE, SL, SV | 4 Cyl 2.5L, 6 Cyl 3.8 L GAS, 6 Cyl 4.0 L FLEX, 6 Cyl 4.0 L GAS, 6 Cyl 4.0L
- Pathfinder | 2005-2012 | LE, S, SE, SE Off-Road, Silver Edition, SV, XE | 6 Cyl 4.0L, 8 Cyl 5.6L
- Xterra | 2010-2015, 2005-2008 | Base Camp, Off-Road, PRO-4X, S, SE, X | 6 Cyl 4.0L
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Part Number: 37126-3S526
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- Other Name: Journal Kit-PROPELLER Shaft; Universal Joints
- Replaces: 37126-3S525
Fits the following Nissan Models:
- Armada | 2004-2015 | LE, LE/SL, Platinum, SE, SE/SV | 8 Cyl 5.6L
- Frontier | 1999-2018 | LE, Off-Road, PRO-4X, S, SC, SE, SL, SV, XE | 4 Cyl 2.4L, 4 Cyl 2.5L, 6 Cyl 3.3L, 6 Cyl 4.0L
- Pathfinder | 2005-2012 | LE, S, SE, SE Off-Road, Silver Edition, SV, XE | 6 Cyl 4.0L, 8 Cyl 5.6L
- Titan | 2004-2015 | LE, Off-Road, PRO-4X, S, SE, SL, SV, XE | 8 Cyl 5.6L
- Xterra | 2005-2015 | Base Camp, Off-Road, PRO-4X, S, SE, X | 6 Cyl 4.0L
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Nissan Journal Kit-Prop Shaft
Part Number: 37126-7S026
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- Other Name: Journal Kit-PROPELLER Shaft; Universal Joints
- Replaces: 37126-7S225, 37126-7S025
Fits the following Nissan Models:
- Armada | 2004-2007 | LE, SE | 8 Cyl 5.6L
- Pathfinder | 2007-2012 | LE, S, SE, SE Off-Road, SV | 6 Cyl 4.0L, 8 Cyl 5.6L
- Titan | 2004-2008 | LE, SE, XE | 8 Cyl 5.6L
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Nissan Lower Steering Joint Assembly
Part Number: 48080-AG30A
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- Other Name: Joint Assy-Steering Column,Lower; Coupling, Joint, Joint Assembly
- Position: Lower
- Replaces: 48080-AG300
Fits the following Nissan Models:
- 350Z | 2003-2008 | 350Z, Base, Enthusiast, GT, Touring, Track | 6 Cyl 3.5L
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Nissan Journal Kit
Part Number: 37126-EA027
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- Other Name: Journal Kit-PROPELLER Shaft; Universal Joints
- Replaces: 37126-EA025
Fits the following Nissan Models:
- Frontier | 2005-2021 | LE, Nismo Off-Road, Off-Road, PRO-4X, S, SE, SL, SV | 6 Cyl 3.8 L GAS, 6 Cyl 4.0 L FLEX, 6 Cyl 4.0 L GAS, 6 Cyl 4.0L
- Pathfinder | 2005-2012 | LE, S, SE, SE Off-Road, Silver Edition, SV, XE | 6 Cyl 4.0L
- Xterra | 2005-2015 | Base Camp, Off-Road, PRO-4X, S, SE, X | 6 Cyl 4.0L
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Nissan Journal Kit
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- Other Name: Journal Kit-PROPELLER Shaft; Universal Joints
Fits the following Nissan Models:
- Armada | 2006-2015 | LE, LE/SL, Platinum, SE, SE/SV | 8 Cyl 5.6L
- Titan | 2006-2015 | LE, Off-Road, PRO-4X, S, SE, SL, SV, XE | 8 Cyl 5.6L
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Nissan Joint-Steering Lower
Part Number: 48080-62J11
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- Other Name: Joint Assy-Steering Column,Lower
- Position: Lower
- Replaces: 48080-50A10, 48080-64J61, 48080-50M11, 48080-50A11, 48080-64J11, 48080-50M10, 48080-03E01, 48080-71L01
Fits the following Nissan Models:
- 240SX | 1989-1998 | SE, STD | 4 Cyl 2.4L
- Axxess | 1989-1994 | SE, SGL | 4 Cyl 2.4L
- Maxima | 1985-1994 | DX, GXE, SE, SL/GL | 6 Cyl 3.0L
- Pulsar NX | 1987-1990 | SE, XE | 4 Cyl 1.6L, 4 Cyl 1.8L
- Sentra | 1987-1990 | Base, GXE, SE, STD, XE | 4 Cyl 1.6L
- Stanza | 1987-1992 | Base, GXE, XE, XE/SE | 4 Cyl 2.0L, 4 Cyl 2.4L
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- Other Name: Journal Kit-PROPELLER Shaft; Universal Joints
Fits the following Nissan Models:
- Titan | 2009-2012, 2004-2005 | LE, Off-Road, PRO-4X, S, SE, SL, SV, XE | 8 Cyl 5.6L
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Nissan Journal Kit-PROPELLER Shaft
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- Other Name: U-Joint, Universal Joints
Fits the following Nissan Models:
- Frontier | 2021-2024 | Hardbody Edition, PRO-4X, S, SL, SV | 6 Cyl 3.8 L GAS
- Titan | 2017-2024 | PRO-4X, Platinum, Platinum Reserve, S, SL, SV, SV/Comf | 8 Cyl 5.0 L DIESEL, 8 Cyl 5.6 L GAS, 8 Cyl 5.6L
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- Other Name: Journal Kit-PROPELLER Shaft; Universal Joints
Fits the following Nissan Models:
- Titan | 2006-2015 | LE, Off-Road, S, SE, SL, SV, XE | 8 Cyl 5.6L
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Part Number: 37126-EA025
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- Other Name: Journal Kit-PROPELLER Shaft
- Replaced by: 37126-EA027
Fits the following Nissan Models:
- Frontier | 2006-2010 | LE, Off-Road, SE, SL, SV | 6 Cyl 4.0L
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- Other Name: Journal Kit-PROPELLER Shaft; U-Joint, Universal Joints
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- Frontier | 2015-2020 | Desert Runner, PRO-4X, S, SL, SV | 4 Cyl 2.5 L GAS, 6 Cyl 3.8 L GAS, 6 Cyl 4.0 L FLEX, 6 Cyl 4.0 L GAS, 6 Cyl 4.0L
- Titan | 2016-2024 | PRO-4X, Platinum, Platinum Reserve, S, SL, SV, SV/Comf | 8 Cyl 5.0 L DIESEL, 8 Cyl 5.0L Diesel, 8 Cyl 5.6 L GAS, 8 Cyl 5.6L
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Part Number: 37522-EA000
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- Other Name: Universal Joints
- Position: Center
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- Frontier | 2021 | PRO-4X, S, SV | 6 Cyl 3.8 L GAS
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- NV | 2012-2021 | S, S/Airbags, S/PWRABG, S/Power, SL, SV, SV/Airbags | 6 Cyl 4.0 L GAS, 8 Cyl 5.6 L GAS, 8 Cyl 5.6L
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Nissan Journal Kit
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- Other Name: Journal Kit-PROPELLER Shaft
- Position: Passenger Side
- Replaced by: 37126-VB925
Fits the following Nissan Models:
- 280ZX | 1979-1983 | GL, NON GL | 6 Cyl 2.8L
- 720 Pickup | 1983-1986 | DX, GL, ST, STD | 4 Cyl 2.0L, 4 Cyl 2.2L, 4 Cyl 2.4L
- Datsun 810 | 1980-1981 | DX, SL | 6 Cyl 2.4L, 6 Cyl 2.8L Diesel
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- Other Name: Journal Kit-PROPELLER Shaft; U-Joint, Universal Joints
Fits the following Nissan Models:
- Frontier | 2022-2024 | PRO-X, S, SL, SV | 6 Cyl 3.8 L GAS
- Titan | 2020-2024, 2016-2018 | PRO-4X, Platinum, Platinum Reserve, S, SL, SV, SV/Comf | 8 Cyl 5.0 L DIESEL, 8 Cyl 5.0L Diesel, 8 Cyl 5.6 L GAS, 8 Cyl 5.6L
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Nissan Journal Kit
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- Other Name: Kit Journal; U-Joint, Universal Joints
Fits the following Nissan Models:
- Titan | 2020-2024 | PRO-4X, Platinum Reserve, S, SL, SV | 8 Cyl 5.6 L GAS
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Part Number: 48080-5SA0A
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- Other Name: Coupling, Joint Assembly
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- Leaf | 2018-2020 | S, S Plus, SL, SL Plus, SV, SV Plus | BATTERY EV (EV/BEV), Electric Motor
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Nissan Journal Kit
Part Number: 37125-49W26
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- Other Name: Journal Kit-Propeller Shaft,Front
- Manufacturer Note: JAPAN MAKE
- Replaced by: 37125-49W25
Fits the following Nissan Models:
- Hardbody Pickup (D21) | 1986-1990 | DX, ST | 4 Cyl 2.4L, 4 Cyl 2.5L Diesel
- Pathfinder | 1987-1990 | DX | 4 Cyl 2.4L
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Nissan Journal Kit
Part Number: 37124-P3000
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Product Specifications
- Other Name: Journal Kit-PROPELLER Shaft
- Replaced by: 37125-49W25
Fits the following Nissan Models:
- 720 Pickup | 1980-1986 | DX, GL, ST, STD | 4 Cyl 2.0L, 4 Cyl 2.2L, 4 Cyl 2.2L Diesel, 4 Cyl 2.4L, 4 Cyl 2.5L Diesel

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37126-3S526
Q: How to inspect and maintain the drive shaft and universal joints on the Nissan Armada?
A:
The driveshaft is a long tube or two separate tubes. Main points connect to the transmission at one end and the differential at the other. Universal joints stand like hinges in the center on both one-piece and two-piece driveshafts. Single-piece rear driveshafts connect with a cup-shaped fitting at the front that slides into a rear housing when the car works. In contrast, two-piece rear driveshafts link two parts together using a cylindrical yoke that unlocks the pieces as the car moves. Two-piece drive shafts forTerrain vehicles have a support bearing linking to the frame crossmember, while the 4WD front driveshaft uses a slip joint to allow changing its length. The driveshaft needs little attention, since its universal joints come pre-lubricated and don't wear out, but if problems show up, you may need to remove it from the car. We need to keep the driveshaft clean and check it for damage. Also, make sure any balancing weights are okay, and install the driveshaft back exactly as it was for the correct balance. When your car shakes or makes noises when driving, you should take it on a check drive to figure out which part needs fixing. To do the check, lift the vehicle and block the wheels so it can't move. Make sure you look at the driveshaft for dents and cracks; if you see oil leaking from either end, the seal needs replacement. When inspecting the vehicle, an assistant needs to do two checks. They rotate a wheel to check how well the universal joints work, and they look for wear or damage at the center bearing. When parked still, you can test the universal joint by trying to turn its shaft. Any movement shows it's wearing out. Four-wheel-drive owners should check the front driveshaft bolt tightness, and search for leaking fluid from the slip yoke, transfer case, and front differential connections. This reveals worn out seals in the front drive. Before moving on, check both front driveaxle joints for movement and look for any fluid dripping out from the rubber axle boots or ends. If axles leak around their flanges, the oil seal is likely broken.

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