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Front Suspension: Section
Front Suspension: Section
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CONTENTS
PRECAUTION ............................................... 2 UNIT REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION ...... 14 F
The Supplemental Restraint System such as “AIR BAG” and “SEAT BELT PRE-TENSIONER”, used along
with a front seat belt, helps to reduce the risk or severity of injury to the driver and front passenger for certain
types of collision. This system includes seat belt switch inputs and dual stage front air bag modules. The SRS
system uses the seat belt switches to determine the front air bag deployment, and may only deploy one front
air bag, depending on the severity of a collision and whether the front occupants are belted or unbelted.
Information necessary to service the system safely is included in the SR and SB section of this Service Man-
ual.
WARNING:
• To avoid rendering the SRS inoperative, which could increase the risk of personal injury or death in
the event of a collision which would result in air bag inflation, all maintenance must be performed by
an authorized NISSAN/INFINITI dealer.
• Improper maintenance, including incorrect removal and installation of the SRS, can lead to personal
injury caused by unintentional activation of the system. For removal of Spiral Cable and Air Bag
Module, see the SR section.
• Do not use electrical test equipment on any circuit related to the SRS unless instructed to in this
Service Manual. SRS wiring harnesses can be identified by yellow and/or orange harnesses or har-
ness connectors.
PRECAUTIONS WHEN USING POWER TOOLS (AIR OR ELECTRIC) AND HAMMERS
WARNING:
• When working near the Airbag Diagnosis Sensor Unit or other Airbag System sensors with the Igni-
tion ON or engine running, DO NOT use air or electric power tools or strike near the sensor(s) with a
hammer. Heavy vibration could activate the sensor(s) and deploy the air bag(s), possibly causing
serious injury.
• When using air or electric power tools or hammers, always switch the Ignition OFF, disconnect the
battery and wait at least three minutes before performing any service.
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• When installing the rubber bushings, the final tightening must be done under unladen condition and with the
tires on level ground. Oil will shorten the life of the rubber bushings, so wipe off any spilled oil immediately.
• Unladen condition means the fuel tank, engine coolant and lubricants are at the full specification. The spare
tire, jack, hand tools, and mats are in their designated positions.
• After installing suspension components, check the wheel alignment.
• Lock nuts are not reusable. Always use new lock nuts for installation. New lock nuts are pre-oiled, do not
apply any additional lubrication.
The actual shape of the tools may differ from those illustrated here.
Tool number Description
(TechMate No.) C
Tool name
ST29020001 Removing ball joint for knuckle
(J-24319-01) a: 34 mm (1.34 in) D
Gear arm puller b: 6.5 mm (0.256 in)
c: 61.5 mm (2.421 in)
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NT694
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HT72520000 Removing tie-rod outer end
(J-25730-A)
Ball joint remover
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NT146
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NT717
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Noise
Shake
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Shock absorber deformation,
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FSU-14
damage or deflection
FSU-5
Bushing or mounting deterioration FSU-13
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FSU-13
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Parts interference
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Spring fatigue FSU-25
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Suspension looseness FSU-6
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Incorrect wheel alignment FSU-6
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Stabilizer bar fatigue FSU-6
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DRIVE SHAFT FAX-4, "NVH Troubleshooting Chart"
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DIFFERENTIAL DLN-184, "NVH Troubleshooting Chart"
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WHEEL HUB AND BEARING FAX-4, "NVH Troubleshooting Chart"
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TIRES WT-44, "NVH Troubleshooting Chart"
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Use the chart below to help you find the cause of the symptom. Repair or replace parts as necessary.
NOISE, VIBRATION AND HARSHNESS (NVH) TROUBLESHOOTING
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ON-VEHICLE SERVICE
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PERIODIC MAINTENANCE
ON-VEHICLE SERVICE
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Check front suspension parts for excessive play, cracks, wear and
other damage.
• Shake each front wheel to check for excessive play. If looseness is
noted:
- Inspect wheel bearing end play. Refer to FAX-5, "On-Vehicle
Inspection and Service".
- Check ball joint end play. Refer to FSU-10, "Inspection".
• Make sure that the cotter pin is inserted in drive shaft end (4WD
only).
• Retighten all nuts and bolts to the specified torque.
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Suspension component torques : Refer to FSU-13,
"Component".
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PRELIMINARY INSPECTION
WARNING:
Always adjust the alignment with the vehicle on a flat surface.
NOTE:
If alignment is out of specification, inspect and replace any damaged or worn rear suspension parts before
making any adjustments.
1. Check and adjust the wheel alignment with the vehicle under unladen conditions. “Unladen conditions”
means that the fuel, coolant, and lubricant are full; and that the spare tire, jack, hand tools and mats are in
their designated positions.
2. Check the tires for incorrect air pressure and excessive wear.
3. Check the wheels for run out and damage. Refer to WT-47, "Inspection".
4. Check the wheel bearing axial end play. Refer to FAX-5, "On-Vehicle Inspection and Service".
5. Check the shock absorbers for leaks or damage.
6. Check each mounting point of the suspension components for any excessive looseness or damage.
7. Check each link, arm, and the suspension member for any damage.
8. Check the vehicle height. Refer to FSU-25, "Wheelarch Height (Unladen*1)".
GENERAL INFORMATION AND RECOMMENDATIONS
1. A Four-Wheel Thrust Alignment should be performed.
• This type of alignment is recommended for any NISSAN vehicle.
• The four-wheel “thrust” process helps ensure that the vehicle is properly aligned and the steering wheel
is centered.
• The alignment machine itself should be capable of accepting any NISSAN vehicle.
• The alignment machine should be checked to ensure that it is level.
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2. Make sure the alignment machine is properly calibrated.
• Your alignment machine should be regularly calibrated in order to give correct information. A
• Check with the manufacturer of your specific alignment machine for their recommended Service/Cali-
bration Schedule.
THE ALIGNMENT PROCESS B
IMPORTANT: Use only the alignment specifications listed in this Service Manual. Refer to FSU-24, "Wheel
Alignment (Unladen*1)*6".
1. When displaying the alignment settings, many alignment machines use “indicators”: (Green/red, plus or C
minus, Go/No Go). Do NOT use these indicators.
• The alignment specifications programmed into your alignment machine that operate these indicators
may not be correct.
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• This may result in an ERROR.
2. Most camera-type alignment machines are equipped with both "Rolling Compensation" method and
optional "Jacking Compensation" method to "compensate" the alignment targets or head units. "Rolling
Compensation" is the preferred method. FSU
• If using the "Rolling Compensation" method, after installing the alignment targets or head units, push or
pull on the rear wheel to move the vehicle. Do not push or pull on the vehicle body.
• If using the "Jacking Compensation" method, after installing the alignment targets or head units, raise F
the vehicle and rotate the wheels 1/2 turn both ways.
NOTE:
Do not use the "Rolling Compensation" method if you are using sensor-type alignment equipment.
• Follow all instructions for the alignment machine you are using for more information. G
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Rear adjusting
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1 In 1 Out 1 In 1 Out 0 0 1 In 1 Out
bolt
Front adjusting
1 Out 1 In 1 In 1 Out 1 In 1 Out 0 0 P
bolt
Camber
Degree minute 0' (0°) 0' (0°) 7' (0.12°) - 7' (-0.12°) 3' (0.05°) - 3' (-0.05°) 3' (0.05°) - 3' (-0.05°)
(Decimal degree)
Caster
Degree minute - 12' (-0.20°) 12' (0.20°) 0' (0°) 0' (0°) 6' (0.10°) - 6' (-0.10°) - 6' (-0.10°) 6' (0.10°)
(Decimal degree)
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4. Measure the distance (A) on the rear side of the front tires as
shown.
5. Push the vehicle slowly ahead to rotate the wheels 180°
degrees (1/2 a turn).
CAUTION:
If the wheels have rotated more than 180° degrees (1/2
turn), start this procedure again from the beginning. Do not
push the vehicle backward.
6. Measure the distance (B) on the front side of the front tires at the
same marks as shown. Total toe-in is calculated as (A – B).
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7. Adjust the toe-in by varying the length of the steering outer tie-
rods.
a. Loosen the outer tie-rod lock nuts.
b. Adjust the toe-in by screwing the outer tie-rods in or out.
• Check the ball joint for excessive play. Replace the upper or lower link assembly if any of the following
exists:
• Ball joint stud is worn.
• Ball joint is hard to swing.
• Ball joint play in axial directions or end play is excessive.
Swinging Force
NOTE:
Before checking the axial forces and end play, turn the lower ball joint at least 10 revolutions so that the ball
joint is properly broken in.
1. Measure the ball joint swinging force using a suitable tool.
• Measure at the cotter pin hole for upper ball joint as shown.
• Measure at the groove for lower ball joint as shown.
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Turning Force
NOTE:
Before checking the axial forces and end play, turn the lower ball
joint at least 10 revolutions so that the ball joint is properly broken in.
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Make sure the mounting conditions (looseness, backlash) of each component and component status (wear,
damage) are within specifications. Refer to FSU-25, "Ball Joint".
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REMOVAL
1. Remove the wheel and tire using power tool. Refer to WT-48, "Adjustment".
2. Support the lower link using a suitable jack.
3. Remove connecting rod upper joints from stabilizer bar using power tool. Refer to FSU-13, "Component".
• Swing stabilizer bar down, repositioning it out of the way to access shock absorber lower mount.
4. Remove the shock absorber lower bolt and nut using power tool.
5. Remove the three shock absorber upper nuts using power tool.
6. Remove the coil spring and shock absorber assembly.
• Turn steering knuckle out to gain enough clearance for
removal.
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INSTALLATION
Installation is in the reverse order of removal.
• The step in the strut assembly lower seat faces outside of vehicle.
• Tighten all nuts and bolts to specification. Refer to FSU-13, "Component".
• When installing wheel and tire, refer to WT-48, "Adjustment".
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1. Set shock absorber horizontally with the piston rod fully extended.
2. Drill 2 – 3 mm (0.08 – 0.12 in) hole at the position ( ) from top
as shown to release gas gradually.
CAUTION:
• Wear eye protection (safety glasses).
• Wear gloves.
• Be careful with metal chips or oil blown out by the com-
pressed gas.
NOTE:
• Drill vertically in this direction ( ).
• Directly to the outer tube avoiding brackets.
• The gas is clear, colorless, odorless, and harmless. JPEIA0161ZZ
REMOVAL B
1. Remove the front valance center. Refer to EXT-15, "Removal and Installation".
2. Remove engine under cover using power tool. Refer to EXT-15, "Removal and Installation".
3. Remove connecting rod nuts using power tool, as shown. C
4. Loosen top bolts for stabilizer bar brackets, then remove lower
bolts from stabilizer bar brackets and remove stabilizer bar.
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5. Remove bushings from stabilizer bar.
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REMOVAL
1. Remove the wheel and tire using power tool. Refer to WT-48, "Adjustment".
2. Support the lower link using a suitable jack.
3. For the LH side only, remove the pinch bolt from the lower joint
shaft at the steering gear, and position the lower joint shaft out of
the way.
CAUTION:
Do not damage the lower joint.
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4. Remove cotter pin and nut from upper link ball joint.
5. Separate upper link ball joint stud from steering knuckle using
Tool.
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REMOVAL B
1. Remove the wheel and tire using power tool. Refer to WT-48, "Adjustment".
2. Remove lower shock absorber bolt.
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3. Remove stabilizer bar connecting rod lower nut using power tool, then separate connecting rod from lower
link. Refer to FSU-15, "Removal and Installation".
4. On 4WD models, remove the drive shaft. Refer to FAX-6, "Removal and Installation".
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5. Remove pinch bolt from steering knuckle using power tool, then
separate lower link ball joint from steering knuckle.
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6. Remove lower link adjusting bolts and nuts, then the lower link.
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Some vehicles may be equipped with straight (non-adjustable)
lower link bolts and washers. In order to adjust camber and
caster on these vehicles, first replace the lower link bolts and I
washers with adjustable (cam) bolts and washers.
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7. Remove the jounce bumper from the lower link.
INSPECTION AFTER REMOVAL
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Lower Link
Check for deformation and cracks. Replace if necessary.
Lower Link Bushing M
Check for distortion and damage. Replace if necessary.
INSTALLATION
Installation is in the reverse order of removal. N
• Tighten all nuts and bolts to specification. Refer to FSU-13, "Component".
• When installing wheel and tire, refer to WT-48, "Adjustment".
• After installation, check that the front wheel alignment is within specification. Refer to FSU-6, "Front Wheel O
Alignment".
The ball joints are part of the upper and lower links. Refer to FSU-16, "Removal and Installation" (upper link),
FSU-17, "Removal and Installation" (lower link).
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REMOVAL
1. Remove wheel and tire from vehicle using power tool. Refer to WT-48, "Adjustment". I
2. Remove the engine under cover using power tool. Refer to EXT-15, "Removal and Installation".
3. Without disassembling the hydraulic lines, remove brake caliper using power tool. Reposition it aside with
wire. Refer to BR-35, "Removal and Installation of Brake Caliper and Disc Rotor". J
NOTE:
Avoid depressing brake pedal while brake caliper is removed.
4. Put alignment marks on disc rotor and wheel hub and bearing K
assembly, then remove disc rotor.
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9. Remove wheel hub and bearing assembly bolts using power tool.
10. Remove splash guard and wheel hub and bearing assembly from steering knuckle.
CAUTION:
Do not pull on wheel sensor harness.
11. Remove cotter pin and nut from upper link ball joint.
12. Separate upper link ball joint from steering knuckle using Tool.
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13. Remove pinch bolt from steering knuckle using power tool, then
separate lower link ball joint from steering knuckle.
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DISASSEMBLY
1. Set the shock absorber in a vise, then loosen (without removing)
the piston rod lock nut as shown.
CAUTION:
Do not remove piston rod lock nut at this time.
2. Compress the spring using commercial service tool until the
shock absorber insulator can be turned by hand.
WARNING:
Make sure that the pawls of the two spring compressors are
firmly hooked on the spring. The spring compressors must
be tightened alternately and evenly so as not to tilt the
spring. SSU002
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ASSEMBLY
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2. Install the shock absorber insulator as shown in line with lower
shock mount and step in lower seat.
• The step in the strut assembly lower seat faces outside of
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vehicle.
3. Tighten the new piston rod lock nut to specification. Refer to
FSU-13, "Component".
CAUTION: F
Do not reuse piston rod lock nut.
4. Remove commercial service tool.
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VQ40DE
Unit: mm (in)
Drive type 2WD 4WD
Front spring free height - short wheel base 336 (13.23) 346 (13.62)
Front spring free height - long wheel base 337.1 (13.27) 346 (13.62)
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Unit: mm (in)
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Swinging force (A) Upper 8.1 - 79 N (0.83 - 8.1 kg-f, 1.82 - 17.8 lb-f) at hole
(Measurement point at either cotter pin hole or groove of ball
stud.) Lower 11.4 - 145.5 N (1.16 - 14.84 kg-f, 2.56 - 32.71 lb-f) at groove
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Upper 0.5 - 4.9 N·m (0.05 - 0.49 kg-m, 5 - 43 in-lb)
Turning torque (B)
Lower 0.5 - 6.4 N·m (0.05 - 0.65 kg-m, 5 - 56 in-lb)
Vertical end play (C) 0 mm (0 in) K
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Unit: mm (in)
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Drive type 2WD 4WD
Engine type QR25DE VQ40DE
Tire size P235/75R15 P265/70R16 P265/70R16 P265/75R16 P265/70R16 P265/75R16
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Wheel base Short Long Short Short Long Short Long Short Short Long
Front
867 870 879 866 869 879 882 891 879 882
wheelarch
(34.13) (34.25) (34.61) (34.09) (34.21) (34.61) (34.72) (35.08) (34.61) (34.72)
height (Hf)
Rear
892 892 904 892 892 905 902 918 905 902
wheelarch
(35.12) (35.12) (35.59) (35.12) (35.12) (35.63) (35.51) (36.14) (35.63) (35.51)
height (Hr)
*1: Fuel, radiator coolant and engine oil full. Spare tire, jack, hand tools and mats in designated positions.