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Thanks for the tips. I'll give the screwdriver technique a go and check the fixed bearing. Cheers

Gentlemen, thanks for your help. Job is completed! Managed to find a "K/D 4WD Spindle Nut Wrench" (model 2487) in the discount tool bin at a local tool store......a mere $9.99!....said it would work for a "Dana 44" (which I heard was a close fit) so with a little work with the bench grinder and it fit pervectly with the wheel bearing lock nut. Torqued it down to ensure it was seated properly and then backed it off to zero, then about 13 ft/lbs of torque. A couple of taps to line up the screws and was good to go. Also replace the two drive belts as they were worn out too. Many thanks for the tips and encouragement! Last task.....I have a leaky drivers side valve cover. To re and re involves taking off the throttle body, etc. so I am told. Can a guy like me pull this one off too? Cheers

Thanks for the replies. I am going to give it a go. One more question: it appears that I need a special tool to tighten the "wheel bearing lock nut". I am aware that i need to torque it up and then back it off just to make sure the bearing is seated correctly. Question is.....where to I find this tool? Local tool shops have no clue. Is there something else that will work? Thanks again, Cheers

Had my 2003 Pathfinder 4X4 in to a dealer for re-call work. One additional issue they found was "left front wheel bearing loose - recommend adjustment" I assume this would be the outer bearing? I am pretty handy, is this something I can do myself? Any special tools required? Thanks in advance for any input.