Parts for your 2016 Nissan Navara-Driveshafts

2016 Nissan Navara driveshafts

Driveshafts are absolutely relevant to the 2016 Nissan Navara (D23/NP300). Technical references including the Nissan Navara D23 Series Service Manual (Driveline/Propeller Shaft and Front Drive Shaft sections) and dealer EPC listings confirm the platform uses a rear propeller shaft on all rear-wheel-drive and 4WD variants, plus front CV driveshafts on 4WD models. The factory maintenance guidance also calls for inspection of the propeller shaft, universal joints, centre bearing (where fitted), and CV boots during routine servicing, which underlines that driveshafts are a normal service item on this ute.

On the Navara, the rear propeller shaft sends torque from the transmission to the rear differential. Many models use a two-piece rear shaft with a centre support bearing to manage length and angles. On 4WD variants, a pair of front CV driveshafts deliver drive from the front diff to the hubs while allowing for steering and suspension travel. Universal joints (rear) and CV joints (front) let the shaft rotate smoothly as the suspension moves, keeping things quiet and vibration-free when they’re in good nick.

As part of servicing a 2016 Navara, it’s smart to give the driveshafts a quick once-over every 10,000–15,000 kilometres, or whenever there’s a vibration, clunk, or shudder under load. Look for:

• Play or rust-coloured dust at rear universal joints, or a soft thud on take-off.
• Torn or greasy front CV boots, or clicking while turning (4WD).
• Cracked or sagging centre support bearing on two-piece shafts.
• Missing balance weights, dented tubes, or loose flange bolts.
• Vibration at 80–110 km/h that changes with throttle.
• Aftermarket lift kits altering driveline angles and accelerating wear.

Replacement is straightforward for a pro: mark the flanges to maintain balance, support the shaft, and torque new fasteners to the workshop spec. Some universal joints are sealed