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RSU-2

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PRECAUTIONS

PRECAUTION

PRECAUTIONS

Precaution for Supplemental Restraint System (SRS) "AIR BAG" and "SEAT BELT 
PRE-TENSIONER"

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The Supplemental Restraint System such as “AIR BAG” and “SEAT BELT PRE-TENSIONER”, used along

with a front seat belt, helps to reduce the risk or severity of injury to the driver and front passenger for certain

types of collision. This system includes seat belt switch inputs and dual stage front air bag modules. The SRS

system uses the seat belt switches to determine the front air bag deployment, and may only deploy one front

air bag, depending on the severity of a collision and whether the front occupants are belted or unbelted.

Information necessary to service the system safely is included in the SR and SB section of this Service Man-

ual.

WARNING:

• To avoid rendering the SRS inoperative, which could increase the risk of personal injury or death in

the event of a collision which would result in air bag inflation, all maintenance must be performed by

an authorized NISSAN/INFINITI dealer.

• Improper maintenance, including incorrect removal and installation of the SRS, can lead to personal

injury caused by unintentional activation of the system. For removal of Spiral Cable and Air Bag

Module, see the SR section.

• Do not use electrical test equipment on any circuit related to the SRS unless instructed to in this

Service Manual. SRS wiring harnesses can be identified by yellow and/or orange harnesses or har-

ness connectors.

PRECAUTIONS WHEN USING POWER TOOLS (AIR OR ELECTRIC) AND HAMMERS

WARNING:

• When working near the Airbag Diagnosis Sensor Unit or other Airbag System sensors with the Igni-

tion ON or engine running, DO NOT use air or electric power tools or strike near the sensor(s) with a

hammer. Heavy vibration could activate the sensor(s) and deploy the air bag(s), possibly causing

serious injury.

• When using air or electric power tools or hammers, always switch the Ignition OFF, disconnect the

battery, and wait at least 3 minutes before performing any service.

Service Notice or Precautions

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• When installing rubber bushings, the final tightening must be carried out under unladen conditions with tires

on ground. Oil might shorten the life of rubber bushings. Be sure to wipe off any spilled oil.

- Unladen conditions mean that fuel, engine coolant and lubricant are full. Spare tire, jack, hand tools and

mats are in designated positions.

• After servicing suspension parts, be sure to check wheel alignment.

• Self-lock nuts are not reusable. Always use new ones when installing. Since new self-lock nuts are pre-oiled,

tighten as they are. 

PREPARATION

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PREPARATION

Special Service Tool

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The actual shapes of the tools may differ from those illustrated here.

Commercial Service Tool

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Tool number
(TechMate No.)
Tool name

Description

HT72520000
(J-25730-B)
Ball joint remover

Removing upper ball joint

NT146

Tool name

Description

Power tool

Loosening nuts, screws and bolts

PIIB1407E

RSU-4

< SYMPTOM DIAGNOSIS >

NOISE, VIBRATION AND HARSHNESS (NVH) TROUBLESHOOTING

SYMPTOM DIAGNOSIS

NOISE, VIBRATION AND HARSHNESS (NVH) TROUBLESHOOTING

NVH Troubleshooting Chart

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Use the chart below to help you find the cause of the symptom. If necessary, repair or replace these parts.

×: Applicable

Reference page

RSU-5

RSU-5

RSU-6

RSU-5

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REAR SUSPENSION

Noise

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Shake

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Vibration

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Shimmy

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Shudder 

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Poor quality ride 
or handling

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REAR SUSPENSION ASSEMBLY

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PERIODIC MAINTENANCE

REAR SUSPENSION ASSEMBLY

On-vehicle Service

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• Check the suspension parts for excessive play, cracks, wear or damage. Shake each rear wheel to check for

excessive play.

• Retighten all nuts and bolts to the specified torque.

• Make sure that the cotter pin is installed.

• Check the rear shock absorber for oil leakage or other damage.

• Check the wheelarch height. Refer to 

FSU-19, "Wheelarch Height

(Unladen*1)"

.

• Check the suspension ball joint for grease leakage and the ball

joint dust cover for cracks or other damage.

Inspection

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REAR SHOCK ABSORBER 

• Check for uneven operation through a full stroke for both compression and extension. Replace if necessary.

• Check for oil leakage on the welded or gland packing portions. Replace if necessary.

• Check the rear shock absorber for deformation, cracks, or other damage. Replace if necessary.

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

REAR SUSPENSION ARM

• Check the rear suspension arm for damage, cracks, and deformation. Replace if necessary.

• Check the arm bushing stoppers for damage, cracks and deformation. Replace the rear suspension arm if

necessary.

• Check the ball joint. Replace the rear suspension arm if any of the

following conditions exist:

- The ball stud is worn.

- The swinging force (A) is out of specification.

- The turning force (B) is out of specification.

- The vertical end play (C) is out of specification.

NOTE:

Before checking specifications, turn the ball joint at least 10 revolu-

tions so the ball joint is properly broken in.

RADIUS ROD

• Check the radius rod for any deformation, cracks, or damage. Replace if necessary.

• After installing the radius rod, check the wheel alignment and adjust if necessary. Refer to 

RSU-6, "Inspec-

tion and Adjustment"

.

FRONT LOWER LINK

• Check the front lower link for any deformation, cracks, or damage. Replace if necessary.

REAR SPRING UPPER AND LOWER RUBBER SEATS

• Check the rear spring upper and lower rubber seats for deterioration, or cracks. Replace if necessary.

REAR LOWER LINK AND REAR SUSPENSION SPRING 

SMA113

Swinging force (A)

: Refer to 

RSU-18, "Ball Joint"

.

Turning torque (B)

: Refer to 

RSU-18, "Ball Joint"

.

Vertical end play (C)

: Refer to 

RSU-18, "Ball Joint"

.

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