Nissan Rogue CV Axle Replacement: A Practical Shop Guide

Right Front CV Axle Replacement on 2011 Nissan Rogue

• 🚗 The video details the replacement of the right front CV axle on a 2011 Nissan Rogue, noting the vehicle is from Florida and not significantly rotted.
• 🛠️ The process involves removing the 32mm axle nut and separating the ball joint at the bottom, with the existing CV boot already torn.

New CV Axle Components and Preparation

• 📦 The new CV axle kit includes a new nut, a small bearing, an oil slinger, and a split pin.
• 🔧 Before installation, the old axle is compared to the new one to ensure compatibility and check for any included hardware.

Challenges During Axle Removal

• 💥 Initial attempts to remove the axle using an air hammer and a "shake and brake" adapter prove difficult, suggesting the axle is tightly seized in the joint.
• 🔨 Significant force, including using a large hammer (BFH), is eventually required to dislodge the old CV axle.

Installation of the New CV Axle

• 🚀 The new CV axle is guided into place, requiring some effort to seat properly.
• ⚠️ Care is taken to avoid damaging the transmission seal during installation.
• 🔩 The bearing retainer bolts are reinstalled, and the axle nut is torqued to Nissan's service data specification of 92 lb-ft.

Fluid Check and Final Steps

• 💧 The transmission fluid level is checked, noting a slight loss during the process, and topped off with Nissan CVT fluid (NS2).
• ✅ The video concludes by emphasizing that while there are multiple ways to perform the job, the method shown is effective, and viewers are encouraged to find what works best for them.