Parts for your 1991 Nissan Primera-Cv joint

1991 Nissan Primera CV Joint — What It Does and How To Look After It

Technical sources confirm that the 1991 Nissan Primera (P10) is fitted with constant velocity (CV) joints on its front drive shafts. The Nissan Primera P10 Factory Service Manual’s Front Drive Shaft/Front Axle sections describe outer and inner CV joints and their service procedures, Nissan’s FAST electronic parts catalogue lists front “Joint Assy–Outer/Inner” for P10 models, and aftermarket catalogues from GKN/Spidan, NTN and similar brands list direct-fit CV joints and complete shafts for 1990–1995 Primera P10. Certain 4WD variants also use CV joints at the rear.

On this Primera, the CV joints let the front wheels receive smooth power while steering and moving up and down with the suspension. The outer joints handle big steering angles, while the inner plunging joints manage length changes as the suspension works. When they’re happy, the drive is quiet and vibration-free, when they’re not, you’ll hear clicking on tight turns or feel shudder under load.

For servicing, the smartest play is regular boot checks. At each service interval (about every 10,000–15,000 km), inspect the rubber boots for splits, hardening, or loose clamps. A torn boot flings out grease and invites grit in, which quickly chews out the joint. Catching a split early means a simple boot and grease refresh, leave it, and it’s a joint or whole shaft job.

Signs the Primera’s CV joint needs attention include:

• Rhythmic clicking or clacking on full lock turns
• Grease spray on the inner rim, strut, or under the guard
• Vibration on acceleration that eases off when coasting

If replacement’s on the cards, choosing a quality joint or a reputable complete shaft saves headaches. Use the correct high‑moly CV grease, new boot clamps, and a new staked hub nut, and tighten everything to the factory spec with a torque wrench. After refitting, recheck for play and listen on a short test drive over a few kerbs and roundabouts. Many P10s are FWD only, but if it’s a 4WD variant, remember there are rear CVs to inspect as well.

Look after the boots, and the CV joints on a well‑kept 1991 Primera will usually clock up plenty of reliable kilometres.

Popular questions about 1991 Nissan Primera CV joints

How often should the CV boots be inspected on a 1991 Primera?
They should be checked at every regular service, typically every 10,000–15,000 km in Australian and New Zealand conditions. More frequent checks make sense if the car sees rough roads, heat, or lots of city steering.

A quick look for splits, perishing rubber, or flung grease can prevent a minor boot job turning into a full joint replacement.

Can the boot be replaced without changing the whole CV joint?
Yes—if the joint hasn’t run dry or ingested grit. With the boot replaced, the joint cleaned and packed with fresh high‑moly grease, it’ll keep working fine. If there’s clicking, blueing, pitting, or noticeable play, a new joint or complete shaft is the better call.

What noises point to a failing CV joint on the Primera?
A repetitive click or clack on tight, low‑speed turns points to the outer CV. A shudder under acceleration that eases when you back off often hints at the inner joint. Any noise should be paired with a visual check for damaged boots and grease loss.