1984 NISSAN 300ZX suspension

CHASSIS AND BODY MAINTENANCE
MAINTENANCE OPERATION MAINTENANCE INTERVAL
Periodic mamtenance should be performed Mdes x 1,000 15 30 45 60
at number of miles. kilometers or months IKnlometers x 1 0001 1241 1481 1721 196) Reference page
whichever comes first Months 12 24 36 48
Brake liner E hoses I I I I MA-26
Brake
pads E discs I 1 I I MA-27
Brake fluid
R R MA-26
Manual and
automatic transmission E differential gear 011 I I I I MA-18, 19. 20
Power rteerlng lines E hares I I I I MA-34
Steering gear & linkage, & suwenston parts I I I I MA-21,22,23.34
Steertng llnkage ball
~OlntL E front suspension ball JOllltS
Propeller shaft14 I I MA-20
Locks.
hinges E hood latch L L L L MA-35
Front wheel bearing grease
I I MA-22
Exhaust system
I I I I MA-17
Seat belts, buckles, retractors. anchors E adiusler I I I I MA-35
I MA-21,34
Abbreviations A =Adlust
R = Replace
I = Inspect Correct or replace if necessary
MAINTENANCE UNDER
SEVERE DRIVING CONDITIONS
The maintenance intervals shown on the
preceding pages are for normal operating
DW"g Mal"te"a"Ce Mal"te"a"Ce Malnte"a"Ce condition item OperaflO" interval
C Aw cleaner filter R More frequently
R Every 3.000 miles Engine 001 IExceDt turbo- ABC E charged engine) 15.000 km) or 3 months conditions If the vehicle is operated under
severe driving conditions as shown below, Engine 081 ITurboCharged R Every 2,500 miles
more frequent maintenance must be per-
formed on the following items as shown in A E
engd
Engine 081 filter R At the first 001 change
(4,000 kml or 3 months
and then every second 011 the table rhmae
Severe driving conditions
A - Repeated short distance driving
6 - Extensive idling
C - Driving in dusty conditions
D - Driving in extremely low or hlgh
ambient temperatures
E - Towing a trailer
F - Driving in areas using road salt or
G - Driving on rough andlor muddy
H - Driving in high humidity areas or in
other corrosive materials
roads
mountainous areas
A C EFG Brake pads & dorm I Every 7,500 miles 112,oW kml or 6 months
124.000 kml or 12 months
I48 Ow kml 01 24 monlhi
H Brakefluid R Every 15.000 miles
EG Manual and automatic trans- R Every 30.000 miles mmmn & drtferentml (lea, 011)
G Steering gear & linkage. I Every 7.500 miles 112 000 kml or 6 months
Every 7,500 miles
112.000 kml or 6 months
& rurpenrlon parm
(I front rurpenrlo" ball 1Ol"fS
CO FG Steering linkage ball pnts I
F Locks. hinges & hood latch I Every 7.930 miles
A EFG Exhaust system I Every 7,500miler
Maintenance operations I = lnr~ect Correct or replace 11 necerrary R = Replace
112.000 kml or 6 months
112.000 kml or 6 monthi

GENERAL MAINTENANCE
Item
Windshield washer fluid Check that there
is adequate fluid
in the tank
Reference item in MA section
-
Engine coolant level Check the coolant level when the -
engine is cold
Radiator and hoses Check the front of the radiator and
clean off any dirt, insects,
leaves, etc , that may have
accumulated Make sure the hoses have no cracks, deforrna-
tion, rot or loose connections
Brake and clutch fluid levels Make sure that the brake and CHECKING CLUTCH FLUID LEAKS
clutch fluid
levels are between the "MAX" and "MIN" lines INSPECTING BRAKE LINES & HOSES
on the reservoir
Engine drwe belts Make sure that no belt if frayed, worn,
cracked or oily CHECKING AND ADJUSTING DRIVE BELT
Engine oil level Check the level on the dipstick after park- -
ing the vehicle on a level spot and turning off the engine
Power steering fluid level Check the level on the dipstick
when the fluid
is cold and the engine is turned off
0 CHECKING POWER STEERING FLUID LEVEL
Automatic transmission fluid level Check the level on the CHECKING AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION
dipstick after putting the selector
level in "P" with the FLUID LEVEL
engine idling
Exhaust system Make sure there are no loose supports, 0 INSPECTING EXHAUST SYSTEM
cracks or holes If the sound of the exhaust seems unusual
or there
is a smell of exhaust fumes, immediately locate the
trouble and correct
it
Underbody The underbody is frequently exposed to corro-
sive substances such as those used on icy roads or to control
dust
It is very impOrtant to remove these substances, other-
wise rust will form on the floor pan, frame, fuel lines and
around
the exhaust system. At the end of winter, the
underbody should be thoroughly flushed with plain water,
being careful to clean those
areas where mud and dirt can
easily accumulate.
Fluid leaks Check under the vehicle for fuel, oil, water or
other fluid
leaks after the vehicle has been parked for a 0 INSPECTING MANUAL TRANSMISSION OIL
while.
Water dripping from the air conditioner after use is 0 INSPECTING AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION FLUID
normal. If you should notice
any leaks or gasoline fumes
are evident, check for
the cause and correct it immediately.
0 CHECKING CLUTCH FLUID LEAKS
0 INSPECTING DIFFERENTIAL GEAR OIL
0 INSPECTING FRONT AXLE AND SUSPENSION
0 INSPECTING REAR AXLE AND SUSPENSION
0 INSPECTING BRAKE LINES & HOSES
0 CHECKING POWER STEERING LINE & HOSES
PARTS
PARTS
MA-6

CHASSIS AND BODY MAINTENANCE
Checking Front Axle and Front Suspension Parts
(1) Shake each front wheel
Check axle and suspension parts for looseness,
wear or damage.
SMA525A
(2) Retighten all nuts and bolts to the specified
torque
Refer to section
FA for tightening torque
SMA614
SMA615
(3) Check axle and suspension parts for wear,
cracks or damage.
0 Check strut (Shock absorber) for oil leakage
or damage
SMA113
Check suspension ball joint for grease leakage
and ball joint dust cover for damage
SMA7ZJA
MA-21
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CHASSIS AND BODY MAINTENANCE
Checking Front Wheel
Bearing Grease
0 Check that wheel bearings operate smoothly,
as well
as axial end play and grease leakage
Smooth turn
0 mm (0 ,"I
SMA724A v
If necessary, adjust wheel bearing preload
to section
FA.
Refer
Checking Rear Axle and
Rear Suspension Parts
0
(1) Shake each rear wheel
Check axle and suspenslon parts for looseness,
wear or damage
SMA525A
(2) Retighten all nuts and bolts to the specified
torque.
Refer
to sectlon RA for tightening torque.
MA-22
.

CHASSIS AND BODY MAINTENANCE
Checking Rear Axle and
Rear Suspension Parts (Cont'd)
(3) Check axle and suspension parts for wear,
cracks or damage
0 Check shock absorber for oil leakage or dam-
age
- SMA726A
--Checking Drive Shaft
Check boot and drive shaft for cracks, wear, dam-
age or grease leakage.
SM A743 A
,Checking Front Wheel Alignment -
PRELIMINARY INSPECTION
Tire pressure
Wheel bearing axial play
Suspension ball joint
Steering linkage and connections
Shock absorber operation
Tighten each front axle and suspension parts
Measure vehicle height (Unladen).
The vehicle must be on a level surface both
fore and
aft, and transversely.
Repair or replace the damaged portion or
parts
Steering gear housing looseness at frame
" U n I aden "
Fuel tank, radiator and engine oil tank all full
Spare tire, lack, hand tools, mats in position
CAMBER, CASTER AND KINGPIN
INCLINATION
Camber, caster and kingpin inclination are preset
at
factory and cannot be adjusted
Camber.
-35 to 55'
Caster :
5"50 - 7"3Q
Kingpin inclination:
12"15' - 13"45'
TOE-IN
1 Mark a base line across the tread
After lowering front of vehicle, move it up and
down
to eliminate friction.
MA-23
4

CHASSIS AND BODY MAINTENANCE
Checking Rear
PRELIMINARY INSPECTION
0 Tire pressure.
0 Wheel bearing axial play
0 Shock absorber operation.
0
0 Measure vehicle height (Unladen)
Tighten each rear axle and suspension part
The vehicle must be on a level surface both
fore and
aft, and laterally
Repair or replace the damaged portion or parts
0
"Unladen"
Fuel tank, radiator and engine oil tank all full
Spare
tire, jack, hand tools, mats in position
CAMBER
Camber
is preset at factory and cannot be adjusted
Camber:
-1"55'tO -25'
TOE-IN
1. Mark a base line across the tread
SMA123
nee1 Alignment
2 Measure toe-in
~~ner parallel to center Ime of body-
Toe-in = A - B
, Front 8 SMA124
Toe-in:
-2 to 2 mm (-0.08 to 0.08 in)
3 Toein can be adjusted by inside of rear arm
bushing pins
Unit
Tobl" TObOltl Max 9 6 10 3781 Max 9.6 (0.378)
When performing toe adjustment, always set the
cams in the same position on the right and left rear
arm bushing pins.
MA-25
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SERVICE DATA AND SPECIFICATIONS (S.D.S.)
Used belt deflection
Limit
Adlusted deflecraon
Engine Maintenance
INSPECTION AND ADJUSTMENT
st deflec. TIon Of
new belt Pedal free Play "A"
Alternator
1 -3 IO M -0 121
Arr conditioner I 16 I 9-11 I 7-9 compressor (0631 1035 0431 (028-0351
ADDlted pushtng force I 98 N 110 kg, 22 Ibl
21
10831 Power steering 011 pump
Oil capacity
13.16 10-13
1051 .0631 (039-0511 ~~
unlt P IUS qt. Imp qtl
Wheel alignment IUnladenI
Camber
degree
Caster degree
-35' to 55'
5*50.7"30
Coolant capacity Unlt &? IUS qt. Imp qtl
Wlth 041 falter
Wtthout
001 filter
VG30E & VG30ET
4
0 (4-1 /4, 3-1/21
3 3 13-1/2.
2 7/81
Spark plug
VG30E
I VG30E I VO3OET
105 111-1/8, 91/41
Front wheel turning angle Toe-out turns
Inner wheelIOufer wheel
degree
Plug uaD I 10- 1 1 mm 10039-OW3 in1
22"30'/20'
altitude I 20*2'/650t50 I 20t2'/650f50
standard iype
Hot type
Cola woe
condmon
VG30ET I 20 f 2"/700 f 50 I 20 + 2'/650 t 50
BCPR6ES.11 BCPR6E-11
BCPRSES.11 BCPRSE-11
BCPR7ES.11 BCPR7E-11
TIGHTENING TORQUE
U"lt Nm kg-m ft-lb
Full turns Inner wheel degree
Outer wheel degree
Or1 pan drain plug 29-39 30-40 22-29
Spark plug 20-29 20-30 14-22
Fuel hme clamps 10-15 010-015 07-11
35" .39"
27" .31'
-Chassis and Body Maintenance-
INSPECTION AND ADJUSTMENT
Clutch
Unlt mm 11nI
Pedal height "H" I 195 - 205 I7 68.8 071
Front axle and front suspension
Wheel bearmg preload
IAr measured at wheel hub bolt1 6 86.14 61
With used parts N Ikg, Ibl 1 1 67.7 75 IO 17-079.037- 1741
Kingpin mclination degree I 12'15'- 13'45
degree I 6'- 16
Out 3 (0 0361 - In 3 (0 0361 Side lip IReference datal mm/m lin/ftl
37 5 I1 476) Standard side rod length "A" mm bnl
* On power steering models, wheel turning force la1 circumference
afsteeringwheellof98-147NI10-15kg.22-33lblwith
engtne at idle
Rear axle and rear suspension
Camber degree I -1-55' fa -25
mm (4") I -2 to 2 1-0 08 to 0 081 Toe-,"