Nissan Murano Z51 (2011 year). Manual

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EXHAUST SYSTEM

EXHAUST SYSTEM : Inspection

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Check exhaust pipes, muffler, and mounting for improper attach-
ment, leakage, cracks, damage or deterioration.
• If anything is found, repair or replace damaged parts.

CVT FLUID

CVT FLUID : Inspection

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CHECKING CVT FLUID

The fluid level should be checked with the fluid warmed up to 50 to 80

C (122 to 176

F). The fluid level check

procedure is as follows:

Check for fluid leakage.

With the engine warmed up, drive the vehicle in an urban area.
When ambient temperature is 20

C (68

F), it takes about 10

minutes for the CVT fluid to warm up to 50 to 80

C (122 to

176

F).

Park the vehicle on a level surface.

Apply parking brake firmly.

With engine at idle, while depressing brake pedal, move shift
selector throughout the entire shift range.

Pull out the CVT fluid level gauge from the CVT fluid charging
pipe after pressing the tab on the CVT fluid level gauge to
release the lock.

Wipe fluid off the CVT fluid level gauge. Insert the CVT fluid
level gauge rotating 180

from the originally installed position,

then securely push the CVT fluid level gauge until it meets the
top end of the CVT fluid charging pipe.

CAUTION:

When wiping away the CVT fluid level gauge, always use
lint-free paper, not a cloth rag.

SMA211A

SMA146B

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Place the selector lever in “P” or “N” and check that the fluid
level is within the specified range.

CAUTION:

When reinstalling CVT fluid level gauge, insert it into the
CVT fluid charging pipe and rotate it to the original installa-
tion position until securely locked.

CVT FLUID CONDITION

Check CVT fluid condition.
• If CVT fluid is very dark or smells burned, check operation of CVT.

Flush cooling system after repair of CVT.

• If CVT fluid contains frictional material (clutches, brakes, etc.),

replace radiator and flush cooler line using cleaning solvent and
compressed air after repair of CVT. Refer to

MA-30, "CVT FLUID :

Changing"

CVT FLUID : Changing

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CAUTION:

Replace a O-ring with new ones at the final stage of the operation when installing.

Remove drain plug from oil pan.

Remove O-ring from drain plug.

Install O-ring to drain plug.

CAUTION:

Never reuse O-ring.

Install drain plug to oil pan. Refer to

TM-167, "Exploded View"

Fill CVT fluid from CVT fluid charging pipe to the specified level.

CAUTION:

• Use only Genuine NISSAN CVT Fluid NS-2. Never mix with other fluid.
• Using CVT fluid other than Genuine NISSAN CVT Fluid NS-2 will deteriorate in driveability and

CVT durability, and may damage the CVT, which is not covered by the warranty.

• When filling CVT fluid, take care not to scatter heat generating parts such as exhaust.
• Sufficiently shake the container of CVT fluid before using.
• Delete CVT fluid deterioration date with CONSULT-III after changing CVT fluid. Refer to

TM-37,

"CONSULT-III Function (TRANSMISSION)"

With the engine warmed up, drive the vehicle in an urban area.
NOTE:

SCIA1932E

Fluid status

Conceivable cause

Required operation

Varnished (viscous
varnish state)

CVT fluid becomes
degraded due to
high temperatures.

Replace the CVT fluid and check the
CVT main unit and the vehicle for
malfunctions (wire harnesses, cool-
er pipes, etc.)

Milky white or
cloudy

Water in the fluid

Replace the CVT fluid and check for
places where water is getting in.

Large amount of
metal powder mixed
in

Unusual wear of
sliding parts within
CVT

Replace the CVT fluid and check for
improper operation of the CVT.

ATA0022D

CVT fluid

: Refer to

TM-180, "General Specification"

Fluid capacity

: Refer to

TM-180, "General Specification"

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When ambient temperature is 20

C (68

F), it takes about 10 minutes for the CVT fluid to warm up to 50 to

C (122 to 176

F).

Check CVT fluid level and condition.

Repeat steps 1 to 5 if CVT fluid has been contaminated.

TRANSFER OIL

TRANSFER OIL : Inspection

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OIL LEAKAGE

Check transfer surrounding area (oil seal, drain plug, filler plug, and transfer case, etc.) for oil leakage.

OIL LEVEL

Remove filler plug (1) and gasket. Then check that oil is filled up
(A) from mounting hole for the filler plug.

Before installing filler plug, set a new gasket. Install filler plug on
transfer and tighten to the specified torque. Refer to

DLN-55,

"Exploded View"

CAUTION:

Never reuse gaskets.

TRANSFER OIL : Draining

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Run the vehicle to warm up the transfer unit sufficiently.

Stop the engine and remove drain plug (1) and gaskets to drain
the transfer oil.

Before installing drain plug, set a new gasket. Install drain plug
on transfer and tighten to the specified torque. Refer to

DLN-55,

"Exploded View"

CAUTION:

Never reuse gaskets.

TRANSFER OIL : Refilling

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Remove filler plug (1) and gasket. Then fill oil up to mounting
hole (A) for the filler plug.

CAUTION:

Carefully fill the oil. (Fill up for approximately 3 minutes.)

Leave the vehicle for 3 minutes. Then check oil level again.

: Vehicle front

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Oil grade and viscosity

: Refer to

MA-15, "FOR

NORTH AMERICA : Fluids
and Lubricants"

(For

NORTH AMERICA),

MA-16,

"FOR MEXICO : Fluids and
Lubricants"

(For MEXICO).

Oil capacity

: Refer to

DLN-78, "General

Specifications"

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Before installing filler plug, set a new gasket. Install filler plug on transfer and tighten to the specified
torque. Refer to

DLN-55, "Exploded View"

CAUTION:

Never reuse gasket.

REAR PROPELLER SHAFT

REAR PROPELLER SHAFT : Inspection

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NOISE

• Check the propeller shaft tube surface for dents or cracks. If damaged, replace propeller shaft assembly.
• If center bearing is noisy or damaged, replace propeller shaft assembly.

VIBRATION

If vibration is present at high speed, inspect propeller shaft runout first.
1.

With a dial indicator, measure propeller shaft runout at runout
measuring points by rotating final drive companion flange with
hands.

If runout still exceeds specifications, separate propeller shaft at
final drive companion flange or transfer companion flange; then
rotate companion flange 90, 180, 270 degrees and install pro-
peller shaft.

Check runout again. If runout still exceeds specifications, replace propeller shaft assembly.

Check the vibration by driving vehicle.

RUNOUT MEASURING POINT

Propeller shaft runout measuring point (Point “ ”).

REAR DIFFERENTIAL GEAR OIL

REAR DIFFERENTIAL GEAR OIL : Inspection

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OIL LEAKAGE

Check that oil is not leaking from final drive assembly or around it.

OIL LEVEL

Limit

Propeller shaft runout

: Refer to

DLN-85, "Propel-

ler Shaft Runout"

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Dimension

A: 506.5 mm (19.94 in)

B: 497.5 mm (19.59 in)

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• Remove filler plug (1) and check oil level from filler plug mounting

hole as shown in the figure.

CAUTION:

Never start engine while checking oil level.

• Set a new gasket on filler plug and install it on final drive assembly.

Refer to

DLN-103, "Exploded View"

CAUTION:

Never reuse gasket.

REAR DIFFERENTIAL GEAR OIL : Draining

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Stop engine.

Remove drain plug (1) and drain gear oil.

Set a new gasket on drain plug and install it to final drive assem-
bly and tighten to the specified torque. Refer to

DLN-103,

"Exploded View"

CAUTION:

Never reuse gasket.

REAR DIFFERENTIAL GEAR OIL : Refilling

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Remove filler plug (1). Fill with new gear oil until oil level reaches
the specified level near filler plug mounting hole.

After refilling oil, check oil level. Set a new gasket to filler plug, then install it to final drive assembly. Refer
to

DLN-103, "Exploded View"

CAUTION:

Never reuse gasket.

WHEELS (BONDING WEIGHT TYPE)

WHEELS (BONDING WEIGHT TYPE) : Adjustment

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BALANCING WHEELS (BONDING WEIGHT TYPE)

Preparation Before Adjustment

Using releasing agent, remove double-faced adhesive tape from the road wheel.

CAUTION:

• Be careful not to scratch the road wheel during removal.
• After removing double-faced adhesive tape, wipe clean traces of releasing agent from the road

wheel.

Wheel Balance Adjustment

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Oil grade and viscosity

: Refer to

MA-15, "FOR

NORTH AMERICA : Fluids
and Lubricants"

(For

NORTH AMERICA),

MA-

16, "FOR MEXICO : Fluids
and Lubricants"

(For MEX-

ICO).

Oil capacity

: Refer to

DLN-125, "Gen-

eral Specification"

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If a tire balance machine has adhesion balance weight mode settings and drive-in weight mode setting, select
and adjust a drive-in weight mode suitable for road wheels.
1.

Set road wheel on tire balance machine using the center hole as a guide. Start the tire balance machine.

When inner and outer unbalance values are shown on the tire balance machine indicator, multiply outer
unbalance value by 5/3 to determine balance weight that should be used. Select the outer balance weight
with a value closest to the calculated value above and install to the designated outer position of, or at the
designated angle in relation to the road wheel.

CAUTION:

• Do not install the inner balance weight before installing the outer balance weight.
• Before installing the balance weight, be sure to clean the mating surface of the road wheel.

Indicated unbalance value

5/3 = balance weight to be installed

Calculation example:
23 g (0.81 oz)

5/3 = 38.33 g (1.35 oz)

⇒

37.5 g (1.32 oz) bal-

ance weight (closer to calculated balance weight value)
NOTE:
Note that balance weight value must be closer to the calculated
balance weight value.
Example:
36.2

⇒

35 g (1.23 oz)

36.3

⇒

37.5 g (1.32 oz)

Installed balance weight in the position.
• When installing balance weight (1) to road wheels, set it into

the grooved area (A) on the inner wall of the road wheel as
shown in the figure so that the balance weight center (B) is
aligned with the tire balance machine indication position
(angle) (C).

CAUTION:

• Always use genuine NISSAN adhesion balance weights.
• Balance weights are non-reusable; always replace with

new ones.

• Do not install more than three sheets of balance weight.

If calculated balance weight value exceeds 50 g (1.76 oz), install
two balance weight sheets in line with each other as shown in
the figure.

CAUTION:

Do not install one balance weight sheet on top of another.

Start the tire balance machine again.

Install drive-in balance weight on inner side of road wheel in the
tire balance machine indication position (angle).

CAUTION:

Do not install more than two balance weight.

Start the tire balance machine. Make sure that inner and outer
residual unbalance values are 5 g (0.17 oz) each or below.

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If either residual unbalance value exceeds 5 g (0.17 oz), repeat installation procedures.

TIRE ROTATION

• Follow the maintenance schedule for tire rotation service intervals.

Refer to

MA-5, "FOR NORTH AMERICA : Explanation of General

Maintenance"

(For North America),

MA-7, "FOR MEXICO : Gen-

eral Maintenance"

(For Mexico).

• When installing the wheel, tighten wheel nuts to the specified

torque.

CAUTION:

• Do not include the T-type spare tire when rotating the tires.
• When installing wheels, tighten them diagonally by dividing

the work two to three times in order to prevent the wheels
from developing any distortion.

• Be careful not to tighten wheel nut at torque exceeding the

criteria for preventing strain of disc rotor.

• Use NISSAN genuine wheel nuts for aluminum wheels.

• Perform the ID registration, after tire rotation. Refer to

WT-21, "Work Procedure"

BRAKE FLUID LEVEL AND LEAKS

BRAKE FLUID LEVEL AND LEAKS : Inspection

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• If fluid level is extremely low, check brake system for leaks.

BRAKE LINES AND CABLES

BRAKE LINES AND CABLES : Inspection

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• Check brake fluid lines and parking brake cables for improper

attachment, leaks, chafing, abrasions, deterioration, etc.

BRAKE FLUID

Limit

Dynamic (At flange):

Refer to

WT-52, "Road Wheel"

Static (At flange):

Refer to

WT-52, "Road Wheel"

Wheel nuts tighting torque:

Refer to

WT-47, "Exploded View"

SMA829C

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BRAKE FLUID : Changing

INFOID:0000000006260720

Drain brake fluid from each bleed valve.

Refill until new brake fluid comes out from each bleed valve.
Use same procedure as in bleeding hydraulic system to refill
brake fluid.
Refer to

BR-12, "Bleeding Brake System"

• Refill with recommended brake fluid.

Refer to

MA-15, "FOR NORTH AMERICA : Fluids and Lubri-

cants"

(FOR NORTH AMERICA),

MA-16, "FOR MEXICO :

Fluids and Lubricants"

(FOR MEXICO).

• Never reuse drained brake fluid.
• Be careful not to splash brake fluid on painted areas.

DISC BRAKE

DISC BRAKE : Inspection

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DISC ROTOR

Check condition, wear, and damage.

CALIPER

• Check for leakage.

BRAKE PAD

• Check for wear or damage.

DISC BRAKE : Front Disc Brake

INFOID:0000000006260722

Unit: mm (in)

SBR419C

SMA922A

BRA0010D

Item

Limit

Brake pad

Wear thickness

2.0 (0.079)

Disc rotor

Wear thickness

26.0 (1.024)

Thickness variation (measured at 8 positions)

0.008 (0.0003)

Runout (with it attached to the vehicle)

0.040 (0.0016) or less

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DISC BRAKE : Rear Disc Brake

INFOID:0000000006260723

Unit: mm (in)

STEERING GEAR AND LINKAGE

STEERING GEAR AND LINKAGE : Inspection

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STEERING GEAR

• Check gear housing and boots for looseness, damage and grease

leakage.

• Check connection with steering column for looseness.

STEERING LINKAGE

Check ball joint, dust cover and other component parts for looseness, wear, damage and grease leakage.

POWER STEERING FLUID AND LINES

POWER STEERING FLUID AND LINES : Inspection

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Check fluid level in reservoir tank with engine off.
Use “HOT” range at fluid temperatures of 50 to 80

C (122 to 176

or “COLD” range at fluid temperatures of 0 to 30

C (32 to 86

F).

CAUTION:

• Do not overfill.
• Recommended fluid is Genuine NISSAN PSF or equivalent.

Refer to

MA-15, "FOR NORTH AMERICA : Fluids and Lubri-

cants"

(FOR NORTH AMERICA),

MA-16, "FOR MEXICO : Flu-

ids and Lubricants"

(FOR MEXICO).

• Check lines for improper attachment, leaks, cracks, damage,

loose connections, chafing and deterioration.

• Check rack boots for accumulation of power steering fluid.

AXLE AND SUSPENSION PARTS

Item

Limit

Brake pad

Wear thickness

2.0 (0.079)

Disc rotor

Wear thickness

14.0 (0.551)

Thickness variation (measured at 8 positions)

0.020 (0.0008)

Runout (with it attached to the vehicle)

0.050 (0.0020) or less

SLIA0014E

SST850C

SST851C

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AXLE AND SUSPENSION PARTS : Inspection

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Check front and rear axle and suspension parts for excessive play,
cracks, wear or other damage.
• Shake each wheel to check for excessive play.
• Check wheel bearings for smooth operation.
• Check axle and suspension nuts and bolts for looseness.
• Check strut (shock absorber) for oil leakage or other damage.
• Check suspension ball joint for grease leakage and ball joint dust

cover for cracks or other damage.

DRIVE SHAFT

DRIVE SHAFT : Inspection

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• Check boot and drive shaft for cracks, wear, damage and grease

leakage.

SMA525A

SFA392B

SFA108A

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BODY MAINTENANCE

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BODY MAINTENANCE

LOCKS, HINGES AND HOOD LATCH

LOCKS, HINGES AND HOOD LATCH : Lubricating

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For hood and hood lock illustration.

• Hood: Refer to

DLK-299, "HOOD ASSEMBLY : Exploded View"

• Hood lock control: Refer to

DLK-328, "Exploded View"

For door and door lock illustration.

• Front door: Refer to

DLK-309, "DOOR ASSEMBLY : Exploded View"

• Front door lock: Refer to

DLK-330, "DOOR LOCK : Exploded View"

• Rear door: Refer to

DLK-314, "DOOR ASSEMBLY : Exploded View"

• Rear door lock: Refer to

DLK-336, "DOOR LOCK : Exploded View"

For back door and back door lock illustration.

• Back door: Refer to

DLK-319, "BACK DOOR ASSEMBLY : Exploded View"

• Back door lock: Refer to

DLK-341, "DOOR LOCK : Exploded View"

SEAT BELT, BUCKLES, RETRACTORS, ANCHORS AND ADJUSTERS

SEAT BELT, BUCKLES, RETRACTORS, ANCHORS AND ADJUSTERS : Inspection

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For front seat belt illustration. Refer to

SB-7, "SEAT BELT RETRACTOR : Exploded View"

For rear seat belt illustration. Refer to

SB-12, "SEAT BELT RETRACTOR : Exploded View"

CAUTION:

• After any collision, inspect all seat belt assemblies, including retractors and other attached hard-

wares (I.e. anchor bolt, guide rail set). Nissan recommends to replace all seat belt assemblies in use
during a collision, unless not damaged and properly operating after minor collision.
Also inspect seat belt assemblies not in use during a collision, and replace if damaged or improperly
operating.
Seat belt pre-tensioner should be replaced even if the seat belts are not in use during a frontal colli-
sion where the driver and passenger air bags are deployed.

• If any component of seat belt assembly is questionable, do not repair.

Replace as seat belt assembly.

• If webbing is cut, frayed, or damaged, replace belt assembly.
• Never oil tongue and buckle.
• Use a genuine NISSAN seat belt assembly.
For details, refer to

SB-5, "SEAT BELT RETRACTOR : Inspection"

SB-10, "SEAT BELT RETRACTOR :

Inspection"

in SB section.

• Check anchors for loose mounting
• Check belts for damage
• Check retractor for smooth operation
• Check function of buckles and tongues when buckled and released

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SERVICE DATA AND SPECIFICATIONS (SDS)

DRIVE BELT

DRIVE BELT : Drive Belt

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DRIVE BELT

ENGINE COOLANT

ENGINE COOLANT : Periodical Maintenance Specification

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ENGINE COOLANT CAPACITY (APPROXIMATE)

Unit:

(US qt, lmp qt)

ENGINE OIL

ENGINE OIL : Periodical Maintenance Specification

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ENGINE OIL CAPACITY (APPROXIMATE)

Unit:

(US qt, lmp qt)

SPARK PLUG

SPARK PLUG : Spark Plug

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SPARK PLUG

Unit: mm (in)

ROAD WHEEL

ROAD WHEEL : Road Wheel

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ALUMINUM WHEEL

Tension of drive belt

Belt tension is not necessary, as it is automatically adjusted by drive belt auto-tensioner.

Engine coolant capacity (With reservoir tank at “MAX” level)

9.4 (9-7/8, 8-1/4)

Reservoir tank

0.8 (7/8, 3/4)

Drain and refill

With oil filter change

4.6 (4-7/8, 4)

Without oil filter change

4.3 (4-1/2, 3-3/4)

Dry engine (Overhaul)

5.3 (5-5/8, 4-5/8)

Make

DENSO

Standard type

FXE22HR11

Gap

Standard

1.1 (0.043)

Limit

1.4 (0.055)

Item

Limit

Radial runout

Lateral deflection

Less than 0.3 mm (0.012 in)

Vertical deflection

Allowable unbalance

Dynamic (At flange)

Less than 5 g (0.17 oz) (one side)

Static (At flange)

Less than 10 g (0.35 oz)

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PARKING BRAKE SYSTEM

Inspection and Adjustment

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INSPECTION

Pedal Stroke

Operate the parking brake pedal with a force of 196 N (20 kg, 44 lb). Check that the pedal stroke is within
the specified number of notches. (Check it by listening to the clicks of the ratchet.)

When brake warning lamp turns ON, check that the pedal stroke is within the specified number of
notches. (Check it by listening to the clicks of the ratchet.)

Inspect Components

• Check each component for installation condition such as looseness.
• Check the parking brake lever assembly for bend, damage and cracks. Replace if necessary.
• Check the cables for wear, damage and cracks. Replace if necessary.
• Check the parking brake switch, and replace it if necessary. Refer to

BRC-88, "Component Inspection"

ADJUSTMENT

Fix the disc rotor using wheel nuts.

Remove fuse block lid. Refer to

IP-12, "Exploded View"

Release the parking brake pedal (1) by turning the adjusting nut
(2) with a deep socket wrench and loosening the cable.

Remove the adjusting hole plug from the disc rotor. Turn the
adjuster (1) in the direction (A) as shown in the figure using a
suitable tool until the disc rotor is locked.

Turn back the adjuster 5 or 6 notches from the locked position.

Rotate the disc rotor to check that there is no drag. Install the
adjusting hole plug.

Adjust the cable with the following procedure.

Operate the parking brake pedal with a force of 490 N (50 kg,
110 lb) for 10 strokes or more.

Adjust the parking brake pedal stroke by turning the adjusting
nut with a deep socket wrench.

CAUTION:

Never reuse the adjusting nut if the nut is removed.

Operate the parking brake pedal with a force of 196 N (20 kg, 44 lb). Check that the pedal stroke is within
the specified number of notches. (Check it by listening to the clicks of the ratchet.)

Standard

Number of notches

: Refer to

PB-11, "Parking Brake Control"

Standard

Number of notches

: Refer to

PB-11, "Parking Brake Control"

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