|
|
COIL SPRING AND SHOCK ABSORBER FSU-9 C D F G H I J K L M A B FSU
2005 Pathfinder COIL SPRING AND SHOCK ABSORBER PFP:56210 Removal and Installation EES0019R REMOVAL 1. Remove the wheel and tire using power tool. 2. Support the lower link using a suitable jack. 3. Remove connecting rod upper joints from stabilizer bar using power tool. Refer to . ● 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 mounting nuts using 6. Remove the coil spring and shock absorber assembly. ● Turn steering knuckle out to gain enough clearance for 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 . ● When installing wheel and tire, refer to . Disassembly and Assembly EES0019S DISASSEMBLY 1. Set the shock absorber in a vise, then loosen (without removing) CAUTION: Do not remove piston rod lock nut at this time. 2. Compress the spring using commercial service tool until the WARNING: Make sure that the pawls of the two spring compressors are 3. Remove the piston rod lock nut. ● 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 INSPECTION AFTER DISASSEMBLY ● 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. WEIA0116E SSU002 SSU003 |