E SUSPENSION

B
SECTION
FRONT SUSPENSION C

FSU
CONTENTS
PRECAUTIONS .......................................................... 2 UPPER LINK ............................................................. 12 F
Precautions .............................................................. 2 Removal and Installation ........................................ 12
PREPARATION ........................................................... 3 REMOVAL ........................................................... 12
Special Service Tools ............................................... 3 INSPECTION AFTER REMOVAL ....................... 12 G
Commercial Service Tools ........................................ 3 INSTALLATION ................................................... 12
NOISE, VIBRATION, AND HARSHNESS (NVH) LOWER LINK ............................................................ 13
TROUBLESHOOTING ................................................ 4 Removal and Installation ........................................ 13
H
NVH Troubleshooting Chart ..................................... 4 REMOVAL ........................................................... 13
FRONT SUSPENSION ASSEMBLY ........................... 5 INSPECTION AFTER REMOVAL ....................... 13
Components ............................................................. 5 INSTALLATION ................................................... 13
ON-VEHICLE SERVICE ............................................. 6 UPPER BALL JOINT AND LOWER BALL JOINT ... 14 I
Front Suspension Parts ............................................ 6 Removal and Installation ........................................ 14
Front Wheel Alignment ............................................. 6 Inspection ............................................................... 14
PRELIMINARY INSPECTION ............................... 6 SWINGING FORCE ............................................ 14 J
CAMBER AND CASTER ....................................... 6 TURNING FORCE ............................................... 14
TOE-IN .................................................................. 7 VERTICAL END PLAY ........................................ 15
FRONT WHEEL TURNING ANGLE ..................... 8 KNUCKLE ................................................................. 16
K
COIL SPRING AND SHOCK ABSORBER ................. 9 On-Vehicle Inspection and Service ......................... 16
Removal and Installation .......................................... 9 Removal and Installation ........................................ 16
REMOVAL ............................................................. 9 REMOVAL ........................................................... 16
INSTALLATION ..................................................... 9 INSPECTION AFTER REMOVAL ....................... 17 L
Disassembly and Assembly ..................................... 9 INSTALLATION ................................................... 18
DISASSEMBLY ..................................................... 9 SERVICE DATA AND SPECIFICATIONS (SDS) ...... 19
INSPECTION AFTER DISASSEMBLY ................. 9 General Specifications (Front) ................................ 19 M
ASSEMBLY ......................................................... 10 Wheel Alignment (Unladen*1 )*6 ............................ 19
STABILIZER BAR ......................................................11 Ball Joint ................................................................. 20
Removal and Installation .........................................11
Wheelarch Height (Unladen*1 ) .............................. 20
REMOVAL ............................................................11
INSPECTION AFTER REMOVAL ........................11
INSTALLATION ....................................................11

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 PRECAUTIONS

PRECAUTIONS PFP:00001

Precautions EES001Q7

● 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 immedi-
ately.
● 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.

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 PREPARATION

PREPARATION PFP:00002
A
Special Service Tools EES001Q8

The actual shapes of Kent-Moore tools may differ from those of special service tools illustrated here.
Tool number Description
B
(Kent-Moore No.)
Tool name
ST29020001 Removing ball joint for knuckle
(J-24319-01) a: 34 mm (1.34 in) C
Gear arm puller b: 6.5 mm (0.256 in)
c: 61.5 mm (2.421 in)

NT694

HT72520000 Removing tie-rod outer end FSU

(J-25730-A)
Ball joint remover

NT146
G
Commercial Service Tools EES001Q9

Tool name Description

H
Attachment wheel alignment Measuring wheel alignment
a: Screw M24 x 1.5 pitch
b: 35 mm (1.38 in) dia.
c: 65 mm (2.56 in) dia. I
d: 56 mm (2.20 in)
e: 12 mm (0.47 in)

NT148
J
Spring compressor Removing and installing coil spring

L
NT717

Power tool Loosening bolts and nuts

M

PBIC0190E

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 x: Applicable
Symptom
Reference page

Possible Cause and

SUSPECTED PARTS

Noise
Shake

Shimmy
Shudder
Vibration

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NVH Troubleshooting Chart

Poor quality ride or handling

Improper installation, looseness FSU-5

×
×
×
×
×
×
Shock absorber deformation,

×
×
×
×
×
×
FSU-9
damage or deflection

FSU-4
×
×
×
×
×
×
Bushing or mounting deterioration FSU-5

×
×
×
×
×
Parts interference FSU-5

×
×
×
Spring fatigue FSU-20

×
×
Suspension looseness FSU-6

×
×
Incorrect wheel alignment FSU-6

×
Stabilizer bar fatigue FSU-6
×
×
×

DRIVE SHAFT FAX-4, "NVH Troubleshooting Chart"

×

DIFFERENTIAL FFD-6, "NVH Troubleshooting Chart"

× WHEEL HUB AND BEARING FAX-4, "NVH Troubleshooting Chart"

×
×
×
×
×
NOISE, VIBRATION, AND HARSHNESS (NVH) TROUBLESHOOTING

×
×
×
×
×
×

TIRES WT-4, "NVH Troubleshooting Chart"

ROAD WHEEL WT-4, "NVH Troubleshooting Chart"

×
×
×
×
×
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

BRAKES BR-5, "NVH Troubleshooting Chart"

×
×
×
×

STEERING PS-5, "NVH Troubleshooting Chart"

×
×
×
×
×
PFP:00003

2005 Xterra
EES001QA
 FRONT SUSPENSION ASSEMBLY

FRONT SUSPENSION ASSEMBLY PFP:54010

A
Components EES001QB

FSU

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1. Dust cover 2. Shock absorber 3. Upper link

4. Steering knuckle 5. Cotter pin 6. Washer
7. Jounce bumper 8. Bolt 9. Lower link
10. Connecting rod 11. Stabilizer bar bushing 12. Stabilizer bar bracket
13. Stabilizer bar 14. Coil spring 15. Dust cover cap
16. Upper spring seat 17. Spacer 18. Shock absorber mounting insulator
19. Spacer 20. Washer 21. Cap
⇐: Front

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 ON-VEHICLE SERVICE

ON-VEHICLE SERVICE PFP:00000

Front Suspension Parts EES001QC

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, then
check ball joint end play. Refer to FSU-14, "Inspection" .
● Make sure that the cotter pin is inserted in drive shaft end (4x4
only).
● Retighten all nuts and bolts to the specified torque.
Suspension component torques : Refer to FSU-5,
"Components" . SMA525A

● Check shock absorber for oil leakage and other damage.

● Check suspension ball joint for grease leakage and ball joint
dust cover for cracks and other damage.

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Front Wheel Alignment EES001QD

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-5, "Inspection" .
4. Check the wheel bearing axial end play. Refer to FAX-5, "WHEEL BEARING INSPECTION" .
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 rear suspension member for any damage.
8. Check the vehicle height. Refer to FSU-20, "Wheelarch Height (Unladen*1 )" .
CAMBER AND CASTER
1. Measure camber and caster of both the right and left wheels
with a suitable alignment gauge and adjust as necessary to
specification.
Camber : Refer to FSU-19, "Wheel Alignment
(Unladen*1 )*6" .
NOTE:
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
washers with adjustable (cam) bolts and washers. SRA096A

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 ON-VEHICLE SERVICE

2. If outside of the specified value, adjust camber and caster using

the adjusting bolts in the front lower link. A
CAUTION:
After adjusting the camber then check the toe-in.
NOTE: B
Camber changes about 3' (0.05°) minutes with each graduation
of one adjusting bolt. Refer to table below for examples of lower
link adjusting bolt effect on camber and caster. C

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D

Rear adjusting
1 In 1 Out 1 In 1 Out 0 0 1 In 1 Out
bolt FSU
Front adjusting
1 Out 1 In 1 In 1 Out 1 In 1 Out 0 0
bolt
Camber F
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
G
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)

3. Tighten the adjusting bolt nuts to specification. Refer to FSU-5, "Components" .

H
TOE-IN
WARNING:
● Always perform the following procedure on a flat surface. I
● Make sure that no person is in front of the vehicle before pushing it.
1. Bounce the front of vehicle up and down to stabilize the vehicle height (posture).
2. Push the vehicle straight ahead about 5 m (16 ft). J
3. Put a mark on base line of the tread (rear side) of both front tires
at the same height as hub center as shown. These marks are
measuring points. K

M
AFA050

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. Never
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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Total toe-in : Refer to FSU-19, "Wheel Alignment
(Unladen*1 )*6" .

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 ON-VEHICLE SERVICE

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.
Standard length “L” : Refer to PS-15, "POWER
STEERING GEAR AND LINK-
AGE" .
c. Tighten the outer tie-rod lock nuts to specification.
Lock nut : Refer to PS-15, "Removal and SFA486A

Installation" .
FRONT WHEEL TURNING ANGLE
NOTE:
Check front wheel turning angle after the toe-in inspection.
1. Place front wheels on turning radius gauges in straight ahead
position and rear wheels on stands so that vehicle can be level.
Check the maximum inner and outer wheel turning angles for LH
and RH road wheels.
2. Start engine and run at idle, turn steering wheel all the way right
and left, measure the turning angle.
Wheel turning angle : Refer to FSU-19, "Wheel
(full turn) Alignment (Unladen*1 )*6"
.
● Any turning angles are not adjustable. If any of steering SFA439BA

angles are out of the specification, check if the following parts

are worn or damaged.
– Steering gear
– Steering column
– Front suspension components
If found that they are worn or damaged, replace them with new ones.

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 COIL SPRING AND SHOCK ABSORBER

COIL SPRING AND SHOCK ABSORBER PFP:56210

A
Removal and Installation EES001QE

REMOVAL
1. Remove the wheel and tire using power tool.
B
2. Support the lower link using a suitable jack.
3. Remove connecting rod upper joints from stabilizer bar using power tool. Refer to FSU-5, "Components" .
● Swing stabilizer bar down, repositioning it out of the way to access shock absorber lower mount. C
4. Remove the shock absorber lower bolt and nut using power tool.
5. Remove the three shock absorber upper mounting nuts using
power tool. D
6. Remove the coil spring and shock absorber assembly.
● Turn steering knuckle out to gain enough clearance for
removal. FSU

F
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INSTALLATION
G
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-5, "Components" . H
● When installing wheel and tire, refer to WT-7, "Rotation" .
Disassembly and Assembly EES001QF

DISASSEMBLY I
1. Set the shock absorber in a vise, then loosen (without removing)
the piston rod lock nut as shown.
CAUTION: J
Do not remove piston rod lock nut at this time.
2. Compress the spring using commercial service tool until the
shock absorber mounting insulator can be turned by hand. K
WARNING:
Make sure that the pawls of the two spring compressors are
firmly hooked on the spring. The spring compressors must L
be tightened alternately and evenly so as not to tilt the
spring. SSU002

3. Remove the piston rod lock nut. M

● Discard the piston rod lock nut, use a new nut for assembly.

4. Remove the components from the shock absorber.

● Keep the spring compressed in the commercial service tool if
reusing it for assembly.

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INSPECTION AFTER DISASSEMBLY

Shock Absorber Assembly
● Check for smooth operation through a full stroke, both compression and extension.
● Check for oil leakage on welded or gland packing portions.
● Check piston rod for cracks, deformation or other damage and replace if necessary.

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 COIL SPRING AND SHOCK ABSORBER

Mounting Insulator and Rubber Parts

Check cemented rubber-to-metal portion for separation or cracks. Check rubber parts for deterioration and
replace if necessary.
Coil Spring
● Check for cracks, deformation or other damage and replace if necessary.
● Check the free spring height.
Front spring free height
2WD : 345.4 mm (13.6 in)
4WD : 356 mm (14.0 in)
ASSEMBLY
1. When installing coil spring on strut, it must be positioned as
shown.

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2. Install the shock absorber mounting 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
vehicle.
3. Tighten the new piston rod lock nut to specification. Refer to
FSU-5, "Components" .
● Use a new piston rod lock nut for assembly.

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 STABILIZER BAR

STABILIZER BAR PFP:54611

A
Removal and Installation EES001QG

REMOVAL
1. Remove the front valance center.
B
2. Remove engine undercover using power tool.
3. Remove connecting rod nuts using power tool, as shown.
4. Loosen top bolts for stabilizer bar mounting brackets, then C
remove lower bolts from mounting brackets and remove stabi-
lizer bar.
5. Remove bushings from stabilizer bar. D

FSU

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INSPECTION AFTER REMOVAL F

● Check stabilizer bar for twist and deformation. Replace if necessary.
● Check rubber bushing for cracks, wear and deterioration. Replace if necessary.
G
INSTALLATION
Installation is in the reverse order of removal.
● Tighten all nuts and bolts to specification. Refer to FSU-5, "Components" . H

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 UPPER LINK

UPPER LINK PFP:54524

Removal and Installation EES001QH

REMOVAL
1. Remove the wheel and tire using power tool.
2. Support the lower link using a suitable jack.
3. For the LH side only, remove the bolt from the lower joint of the
lower joint shaft, then reposition 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.
Tool number : ST29020001 (J-24319-01)

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6. Remove upper link mounting bolts and nuts.

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INSPECTION AFTER REMOVAL

Upper Link
Check for deformation and cracks. Replace if necessary.
Upper Link Ball Joint
Check for distortion and damage. Replace if necessary.
INSTALLATION
Installation is in the reverse order of removal.
● Tighten all nuts and bolts to specification. Refer to FSU-5, "Components" .
CAUTION:
Always replace drive shaft lock nut and cotter pin.
● When installing wheel and tire, refer to WT-7, "Rotation" .
● After installation, check that the front wheel alignment is within specification. Refer to FSU-6, "Front
Wheel Alignment" .

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 LOWER LINK

LOWER LINK PFP:55020

A
Removal and Installation EES001QI

REMOVAL
1. Remove the wheel and tire using power tool.
B
2. Remove lower shock absorber bolt.
3. Remove stabilizer bar connecting rod lower nut using power tool, then separate connecting rod from lower
link. Refer to FSU-11, "Removal and Installation" .
C
4. On 4x4 models, remove the drive shaft. Refer to FFD-14, "Removal and Installation" .
5. Remove pinch bolt from steering knuckle using power tool, then
separate lower link ball joint from steering knuckle. D

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G
6. Remove lower link adjusting bolts and nuts, then the lower link.
NOTE:
Some vehicles may be equipped with straight (non-adjustable)
H
lower link bolts and washers. In order to adjust camber and
caster on these vehicles, first replace the lower link bolts and
washers with adjustable (cam) bolts and washers.
I

J
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7. Remove the jounce bumper from the lower link.

K
INSPECTION AFTER REMOVAL
Lower Link
Check for deformation and cracks. Replace if necessary. L
Lower Link Bushing
Check for distortion and damage. Replace if necessary.
M
INSTALLATION
Installation is in the reverse order of removal.
● Tighten all nuts and bolts to specification. Refer to FSU-5, "Components" .
● When installing wheel and tire, refer to WT-7, "Rotation" .
● After installation, check that the front wheel alignment is within specification. Refer to FSU-6, "Front
Wheel Alignment" .

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 UPPER BALL JOINT AND LOWER BALL JOINT

UPPER BALL JOINT AND LOWER BALL JOINT PFP:40110

Removal and Installation EES001QJ

The ball joints are part of the upper and lower links. Refer to FSU-12, "Removal and Installation" (upper link),
FSU-13, "Removal and Installation" (lower link).
Inspection EES001QK

● 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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2. Verify the ball joint swinging force is within specification.

Swinging force “A” (Measurment point at either cotter
pin hole or groove of ball stud)
Upper : 8.1 - 79 N (0.83 - 8.1 kg-f, 1.82 - 17.8 lb-f) at
hole
Lower : 11.4 - 145.5 N (1.16 - 14.84 kg-f, 2.56 - 32.71
lb-f) at groove

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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.
Turning torque “B”
Upper : 0.5 - 4.9 N·m (0.05 - 0.49 kg-m, 5 - 43 in-lb)
Lower : 0.5 - 6.4 N·m (0.05 - 0.65 kg-m, 5 - 56 in-lb)

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 UPPER BALL JOINT AND LOWER BALL JOINT

VERTICAL END PLAY

Check dust cover for damage. Replace it and the cover clamp if necessary. A
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. B
Vertical end play “C” : 0 mm (0 in)

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FSU

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 KNUCKLE

KNUCKLE PFP:40014

On-Vehicle Inspection and Service EES001QL

Make sure the mounting conditions (looseness, backlash) of each component and component status (wear,
damage) are within specifications. Refer to FSU-20, "Ball Joint" .
Removal and Installation EES001QM

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1. Disc rotor 2. Wheel hub and bearing assembly 3. Wheel stud

4. Splash guard 5. Steering knuckle 6. Wheel sensor bracket

REMOVAL
1. Remove wheel and tire from vehicle using power tool.
2. Without disassembling the hydraulic lines, remove brake caliper using power tool. Reposition it aside with
wire. Refer to BR-23, "Removal and Installation of Brake Caliper and Disc Rotor" .
NOTE:
Avoid depressing brake pedal while brake caliper is removed.
3. Put alignment marks on disc rotor and wheel hub and bearing
assembly, then remove disc rotor.

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4. Disconnect wheel sensor and remove bracket from steering knuckle.

CAUTION:
Do not pull on wheel sensor harness.
5. On 4WD models, remove cotter pin, then remove lock nut from drive shaft using power tool.
6. Remove steering outer socket cotter pin at steering knuckle, then loosen mounting nut using power tool.

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 KNUCKLE

7. Disconnect steering outer socket from steering knuckle using

Tool. Be careful not to damage ball joint boot. A
Tool number : HT72520000 (J-25730-A)
CAUTION:
To prevent damage to threads and to prevent Tool from B
coming off suddenly, temporarily tighten mounting nut.

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D
8. Remove wheel hub and bearing assembly bolts using power tool.
9. Remove splash guard and wheel hub and bearing assembly from steering knuckle.
CAUTION: FSU
Do not pull on wheel sensor harness.
10. Remove cotter pin and nut from upper link ball joint.
11. Separate upper link ball joint from steering knuckle using Tool. F
Tool number : ST29020001 (J-24319-01)

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12. Remove pinch bolt from steering knuckle using power tool, then
separate lower link ball joint from steering knuckle.
J

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13. Remove steering knuckle from vehicle. M

INSPECTION AFTER REMOVAL

Check for deformity, cracks and damage on each part, replace if necessary.
● Perform ball joint inspection. Refer to FSU-14, "Inspection" .

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 KNUCKLE

INSTALLATION
Installation is in the reverse order of removal.
● Refer to FSU-5, "Components" for tightening torques.
CAUTION:
Always replace drive shaft lock nut and cotter pin.
● When installing disc rotor on wheel hub and bearing assembly,
align the marks.
NOTE:
When not using the alignment mark, refer to BR-34, "Front Disc
Brake" .
● When installing wheel and tire, refer to WT-7, "Rotation" .
● Perform wheel alignment. Refer to FSU-6, "Front Wheel Align-
ment" .

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 SERVICE DATA AND SPECIFICATIONS (SDS)

SERVICE DATA AND SPECIFICATIONS (SDS) PFP:00030

A
General Specifications (Front) EES001QN

Suspension type Independent double wishbone coil over shock

Shock absorber type Double-acting hydraulic B
Stabilizer Standard equipment

Wheel Alignment (Unladen*1 )*6 EES001QO

C

Drive type 2WD 4WD

Minimum -0° 30′ (-0.50°) -0° 15′ (-0.25°) D
Camber Nominal 0° 15′ (0.25°) 0° 30′ (0.50°)
Degree minute (decimal degree) Maximum 1° 00′ (1.00°) 1° 15′ (1.25°)
FSU
Cross camber 0° 45′ (0.75°) or less 0° 45′ (0.75°) or less
Minimum 2° 00′ (2.00°) 1° 45′ (1.75°)

Caster Nominal 2° 45′ (2.75°) 2° 30′ (2.50°) F

Degree minute (decimal degree) Maximum 3° 30′ (3.50°) 3° 15′ (3.25°)
Cross caster 0° 45′ (0.75°) or less 0° 45′ (0.75°) or less
Kingpin inclination G
Nominal 13° 0′ (13.00°) 12° 45′ (12.75°)
Degree minute (decimal degree)

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K
Minimum 3.0 mm (0.12 in) 3.0 mm (0.12 in)
Distance (A − B) Nominal 4.0 mm (0.16 in) 4.0 mm (0.16 in)
Maximum 5.0 mm (0.20 in) 5.0 mm (0.20 in) L
Total toe-in
Minimum 0° 7′ (0.12°) 0° 7′ (0.12°)
Angle (left wheel or right wheel)
Nominal 0° 9′ (0.15°) 0° 9′ (0.15°)
Degree minute (decimal degree) M
Maximum 0° 11′ (0.18°) 0° 11′ (0.18°)
Inside 33° 27′ – 35° 27′ *2 33° 41′ – 35° 41′ *4
Degree minute (Decimal degree) (33.45° – 35.45°) (33.68° – 35.68°)
Wheel turning angle (full turn)
Outside 29° 25′ – 31° 25′ *3 29° 57′ – 31° 57′ *5
Degree minute (Decimal degree) (29.42° – 31.42°) (29.95° – 31.95°)
*1: Fuel, radiator coolant and engine oil full. Spare tire, jack, hand tools and mats in designated positions.
*2: Target value 35° 27′ (35.45°)
*3: Target value 31° 25′ (31.42°)
*4: Target value 35° 41′ (35.68°)
*5: Target value 31° 57′ (31.95°)
*6: 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 washers with adjustable (cam) bolts and washers.

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 SERVICE DATA AND SPECIFICATIONS (SDS)

Ball Joint EES001QP

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Swinging force “A” (Measurement point at either cotter pin Upper 8.1 - 79 N (0.83 - 8.1 kg-f, 1.82 - 17.8 lb-f) at hole
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
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)

Wheelarch Height (Unladen*1 ) EES00207

Unit: mm (in)

LEIA0085E

Engine type VQ40DE

Drive type 2WD 4WD
Applied model S S O/R SE S S O/R SE
Tire size 265/70R16 265/75R16 265/65R17 265/70R16 265/75R16 265/65R17
839 851 841 858 870 859
Front wheelarch height (Hf)
(33.03) (33.50) (33.11) (33.78) (34.25) (33.82)
872 884 872 892 904 892
Rear wheelarch height (Hr)
(34.33) (34.80) (34.33) (35.12) (35.59) (35.12)
*1: Fuel, radiator coolant and engine oil full. Spare tire, jack, hand tools and mats in designated positions.

Revision: February 2006 FSU-20 2005 Xterra