Nissan Versa Note. Manual - part 662

REAR SHOCK ABSORBER

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INSTALLATION

Installation is in the reverse order of removal.

• To install the bushings (1), securely insert the protrusion (A) into

the hole in the vehicle body.

• Install the washer (1) in the direction shown.

• Perform the final tightening of the bolts and nuts under unladen conditions with the tires on level ground.

• Hold the tip (A) of the piston rod. Tighten the piston rod lock nut (1)

to the specification.

CAUTION:

Do not reuse the piston rod lock nut.

• When installing the cap, securely engage the cap groove (A) with

the flange on the vehicle body.

• After replacing the shock absorber, always follow the disposal procedure to discard the old shock absorber.

Refer to 

RSU-10, "Disposal"

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Inspection

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INSPECTION AFTER REMOVAL

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REAR SHOCK ABSORBER

Shock Absorber

Check the following items and replace the parts if necessary.

• Check the shock absorber for oil leaks, deformation, cracks, and other damage.

• Check the piston rod for damage, uneven wear, and distortion.

Bound Bumper, Bushing

Check for cracks and damage. Replace the parts if necessary.

Washer, Bound Bumper Cover, Distance Tube

• Check for cracks and damage. Replace the parts if necessary.

Disposal

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1. Set the shock absorber horizontally with the piston rod fully extended.
2. Drill a 2 – 3 mm (0.08 – 0.12 in) hole at the position ( ) from the

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.

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• Drill vertically in this direction (

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• Drill directly to the outer tube avoiding brackets.

• The gas is clear, colorless, odorless, and harmless.

3. Position the drilled hole downward and drain oil by moving the piston rod several times.

CAUTION:

Dispose of drained oil according to the law and local regulations.

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: 20 – 30 mm (0.79 – 1.18 in)

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COIL SPRING

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COIL SPRING

Exploded View

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Removal and Installation

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REMOVAL

1. Set a suitable jack under the rear suspension beam.

CAUTION:

• At this step, the jack must be set only for supporting the removal procedure. For details on jack-

ing up the vehicle, refer to 

GI-28, "Garage Jack and Safety Stand"

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• Do not damage the rear suspension beam with the jack.

2. Remove the lower shock absorber bolts. Refer to 

RSU-8, "Exploded View"

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3. Slowly lower the suitable jack. Remove the upper rubber seat, the coil spring, and the lower rubber seat

from the rear suspension beam.

CAUTION:

Make sure the rear suspension beam is stable when using the jack.

4. Inspect the components. Refer to 

RSU-12, "Inspection"

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INSTALLATION

Installation is in the reverse order of removal.

• Identify the upper side of the coil spring.

NOTE:

The top of the coil spring has a flat shape.

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Upper rubber seat

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Coil spring

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Lower rubber seat

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Rear suspension beam

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COIL SPRING

• Install the lower rubber seat (A) to the rear suspension beam

mounting hole (B).

• Match up lower rubber seat indentions and rear suspension beam

grooves and attach.

Inspection

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INSPECTION AFTER REMOVAL

Check the upper rubber seat, the lower rubber seat, and the coil spring for deformation, cracks, and damage.

Replace the parts if necessary.

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