Nissan Versa Note. Manual - part 660

RSU-1

SUSPENSION

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REAR SUSPENSION

PRECAUTION ...............................................

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PRECAUTIONS ...................................................

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

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Precaution for Suspension  ........................................

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PREPARATION ............................................

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PREPARATION ...................................................

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Commercial Service Tools  ........................................

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SYMPTOM DIAGNOSIS  ...............................

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NOISE, VIBRATION AND HARSHNESS 
(NVH) TROUBLESHOOTING  .............................

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NVH Troubleshooting Chart  ......................................

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PERIODIC MAINTENANCE ..........................

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REAR SUSPENSION ASSEMBLY  .....................

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Inspection ..................................................................

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WHEEL ALIGNMENT ..........................................

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Inspection ..................................................................

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REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION ................

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REAR SHOCK ABSORBER  ..............................

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Exploded View ..........................................................

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Removal and Installation  ..........................................

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Inspection .................................................................

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Disposal ...................................................................

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COIL SPRING  ...................................................

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Exploded View .........................................................

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Removal and Installation  .........................................

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Inspection ................................................................

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REAR SUSPENSION BEAM ............................

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Exploded View .........................................................

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Removal and Installation  .........................................

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Inspection ................................................................

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SERVICE DATA AND SPECIFICATIONS 
(SDS) ............................................................

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SERVICE DATA AND SPECIFICATIONS 
(SDS) .................................................................

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Wheel Alignment (Unladen*1)  .................................

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Wheelarch Height (Unladen*) ..................................

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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. Information necessary to service the system safely is included in the SR and SB section of

this Service Manual.

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 three minutes before performing any service.

Precaution for Suspension

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

on ground. Spilled 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. 

• The tightening surface must be kept free of oil/grease.

• When jacking up the vehicle with a floor jack, never hang the jack on the suspension beam.

PREPARATION

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Commercial Service Tools

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Tool name

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Power tool

Loosening nuts, screws and bolts

PIIB1407E

RSU-4

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NOISE, VIBRATION AND HARSHNESS (NVH) TROUBLESHOOTING

SYMPTOM DIAGNOSIS

NOISE, VIBRATION AND HARSHNESS (NVH) TROUBLESHOOTING

NVH Troubleshooting Chart

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

×: Applicable

Reference

RSU-8

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RSU-1

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RSU-13

RSU-8

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RSU-12

RSU-8

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RSU-1

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RSU-13

RSU-6

RAX-4

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Noise

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