Safety Warning
DIY auto repair can cause serious injury, fire, or vehicle damage. These guides are for informational purposes only. Always follow OEM torque specs, wear PPE, and consult a certified mechanic if you are unsure. You are solely responsible for your safety.
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HOMESERVICE MANUALSINFINITI2002Q45 V8-4.5L (VK45DE)REPAIR AND DIAGNOSISSPECIFICATIONSMECHANICAL SPECIFICATIONSDIFFERENTIAL ASSEMBLY
2002 Infiniti Q45 V8-4.5L (VK45DE)
Differential Assembly
2002 Infiniti Q45 V8-4.5L (VK45DE)SECTION Differential Assembly
SERVICE DATA
Ring Gear Runout
Side Gear Adjustment
AVAILABLE SIDE GEAR THRUST WASHERS
Drive Pinion Height Adjustment
AVAILABLE PINION HEIGHT ADJUSTING WASHERS
Drive Pinion Preload Adjustment
Side Bearing Preload Adjustment
SIDE BEARING PRELOAD ADJUSTING WASHERS
Total Preload Adjustment
Ring Gear Runout
Side Gear Adjustment
AVAILABLE SIDE GEAR THRUST WASHERS
Drive Pinion Height Adjustment
AVAILABLE PINION HEIGHT ADJUSTING WASHERS
Drive Pinion Preload Adjustment
Side Bearing Preload Adjustment
SIDE BEARING PRELOAD ADJUSTING WASHERS
Total Preload Adjustment
RENDER: 1.0x
NO RELATED
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When to See a Mechanic
Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:
- • You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
- • Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
- • The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
- • You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
- • You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.