Nissan Murano Z51. Manual - part 1195

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PREPARATION

PREPARATION

PREPARATION

Commercial Service Tool

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Description

Power tool

Loosening bolts and nuts

PBIC0190E

REAR SUSPENSION ASSEMBLY

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PERIODIC MAINTENANCE

REAR SUSPENSION ASSEMBLY

Inspection

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MOUNTING INSPECTION

Make sure the mounting conditions (looseness, backlash) of each component and component conditions
(wear, damage) are normal.

BALL JOINT AXIAL END PLAY

1.

Set rear wheels in a straight-ahead position.

2.

Measure axial end play by prying it up/down with iron bar or equivalent between transverse link and steer-
ing knuckle.

CAUTION:

• Never depress brake pedal when measuring.
• Never perform with tires on level ground.
• Be careful not to damage ball joint boot. Never damage the installation position by applying

excessive force.

SHOCK ABSORBER ASSEMBLY

Check for oil leakage, damage, and replace if necessary.

Axial end play

: Refer to 

RSU-20, "Ball Joint"

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WHEEL ALIGNMENT

WHEEL ALIGNMENT

Inspection

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DESCRIPTION

Measure wheel alignment under unladen conditions. 
NOTE:
“Unladen conditions” means that fuel, engine coolant, and lubricant are full. Spare tire, jack, hand tools and
mats are in designated positions.

PRELIMINARY CHECK

Check the following:
• Tires for improper air pressure and wear.
• Road wheels for runout. Refer to 

WT-55, "Inspection"

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• Wheel bearing axial end play. Refer to 

RAX-4, "Inspection"

 (2WD), 

RAX-11, "Inspection"

 (AWD).

• Shock absorber operation.
• Each mounting point of axle and suspension for looseness and deformation.
• Each of front lower link, rear lower link, radius rod, rear suspension member, suspension arm and shock

absorber for cracks, deformation, and other damage.

• Vehicle height (posture).

GENERAL INFORMATION AND RECOMMENDATIONS

• A four-wheel thrust alignment should be performed.
- This type of alignment is recommended for any NISSAN/INFINITI vehicle.
- The four-wheel “thrust” process helps ensure that the vehicle is properly aligned and the steering wheel is

centered.

- The alignment rack itself should be capable of accepting any NISSAN/INFINITI vehicle.
- The rack should be checked to ensure that it is level.
• Make sure the machine is properly calibrated.
- Your alignment equipment should be regularly calibrated in order to give correct information.
- Check with the manufacturer of your specific equipment for their recommended Service/Calibration Sched-

ule.

ALIGNMENT PROCESS

IMPORTANT:
Use only the alignment specifications listed in this Service Manual.
• When displaying the alignment settings, many alignment machines use “indicators”: (Green/red, plus or

minus, Go/No Go). Never use these indicators.

- The alignment specifications programmed into your machine that operate these indicators may not be cor-

rect.

- This may result in an ERROR.
• Some newer alignment machines are equipped with an optional “Rolling Compensation” method to “com-

pensate” the sensors (alignment targets or head units). Never use this “Rolling Compensation” method.

- Use the “Jacking Compensation Method”. After installing the alignment targets or head units, raise the vehi-

cle and rotate the wheels 1/2 turn both ways.

- See Instructions in the alignment machine you're using for more information on this.

Adjustment

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CAMBER

• If camber is exceeds the standard value, adjust with adjusting bolt

(1) in front lower link (2).

CAUTION:

After adjusting camber, be sure to check toe-in.

- If camber is not still within the specification, inspect and replace

any damaged or worn suspension parts.

Camber: Refer to 

RSU-20, "Wheel Alignment"

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WHEEL ALIGNMENT

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TOE-IN

• If toe-in is exceeds the standard value, adjust with adjusting bolt

(1) in rear lower link (2).

CAUTION:

• Be sure to adjust equally on right and left side with adjust-

ing bolt.

• When tightening the nut firmly and checking the torque, use

a wrench to prevent the turning of the bolt.

- If toe-in is not still within the specification, inspect and replace any

damaged or worn suspension parts.

Toe-In: Refer to 

RSU-20, "Wheel Alignment"

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