Parts for your 1992 Nissan Primera-Driveshafts

1992 Nissan Primera (P10) Driveshafts

Driveshafts are absolutely relevant to the 1992 Nissan Primera (P10). Technical references including the Nissan Primera P10 Factory Service Manual (Front Axle/Drive Shaft sections), the Nissan FAST electronic parts catalogue, and the Haynes Primera 1990–1999 manual all specify front driveshafts (CV half‑shafts) on front‑wheel‑drive models and an additional prop/driveshaft on four‑wheel‑drive variants. So whether it’s FWD or 4WD, this Primera runs driveshafts.

On a 1992 Primera, the front driveshafts transfer torque from the transaxle to the front wheels, with constant‑velocity (CV) joints letting the suspension move and the wheels steer smoothly. The outer CV joints handle steering angles, while the inner joints cope with plunge and suspension travel. Rubber boots keep high‑moly grease in and grit out—if those boots split, the joint wears fast.

Typical clues it’s time to sort the driveshafts include clicking on turns, vibration under acceleration, grease splattered around the inner guards, or a torn boot. On 4WD versions, extra rumble or shudder from the centre prop shaft or rear joints can also show up. Ignoring it can lead to a joint letting go, which can take out a hub seal or leave the car stranded.

• Inspect CV boots at every service or at least every 10,000 km. Replace any cracked or torn boots straight away and re‑pack with the correct CV grease.
• Check for play or noise on full‑lock manoeuvres and during brisk take‑offs. A rhythmic vibration that tracks with road speed often points to a worn shaft.
• When replacing a shaft, use new axle nuts and circlips, torque to spec, and consider a wheel alignment if the hub’s been disturbed.
• Confirm ABS tone ring style and tooth count, and match shafts to transmission type—left and right shafts are different lengths and not interchangeable.
• After removal, top up or replace transaxle fluid if any was lost at the seals