381401MC0C Nissan BEARING-DRIVE PINION,FRONT, Price: 43.40$, Weight: 0.76kg


Make Number Name Availability Weight, kg Ship in, Days Price

Nissan

381401MC0C

BEARING-DRIVE PINION,FRONT

6

0.76

 Dispatch 24h

43.40$

 

Originals

Make Number Name Availability Weight, kg Processing, days Price  
Nissan
381401MC0C 
BEARING-DRIVE PINION,FRONT
10
0.874
2-3
36.17$
 

Substitutions

Make Number Name Availability Weight, kg Processing, days Price  
Nissan
381401LB0C 
BEARING-DRIVE PINION,FRONT
0
0.932
-
28.31$
Not Available

Compatibility

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SEDAN LONGVQ35HRHGY51HYBRIDJapanHGY5105.2012 View
Body StyleEngineFrameVehicle GradeMarketModelModel Year FromDiagram
SEDANVQ35HRHY51HYBRIDJapanY51HV11.2010 View
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WAGON 3 ROWVK56VDUPPERGeneral/Asia (LHD)Y6210.201305.2018 View
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SEDANV9XBASEGeneral/Asia (LHD)Y5111.201411.2015 View
Body StyleEngineVehicle GradeMarketModelModel Year FromModel Year ToDiagram
SEDAN LONGVQ35HRMIDDLEGeneral/Asia (LHD)Y51HV05.201202.2015 View
EngineVehicle GradeMarketModelModel Year FromOptionsGearboxDiagram
VK56VDBASEGeneral/Asia (RHD)Y6211.2012WHEEL DRIVE:4WD7AT View

Front Drive Pinion Bearing for Nissan/Infiniti Differential βš™οΈ

This precision bearing supports the front drive pinion inside the differential, keeping the pinion gear perfectly aligned with the ring gear. It is needed to carry heavy rotating loads, reduce friction, and maintain correct gear mesh under acceleration, cruising, and towing. When installed correctly, it helps the differential run smooth and quiet, protecting gears from heat and metal wear.

How it works ?

The bearing sits around the pinion shaft and spins with it, using hardened rollers/balls and a lubricated race to hold the pinion steady. It controls shaft play so the gear contact pattern stays correct. Proper preload and clean gear oil are critical for long service life.

What happens if it’s worn or broken ?

  • Whining or howling noise that changes with speed
  • Vibration on load, clunk on take-off, or rough rotation
  • Oil leaks at the pinion seal due to shaft wobble
  • Overheating differential, metal flakes in oil, gear damage
  • In severe cases: pinion/ring gear failure and loss of drive

Compatibility βœ…

  • Q70/M
  • Q70/M Hybrid
  • Qx80/Qx56
  • M