
Inspection and Adjustment
WHEEL ALIGNMENT (Unladen*1)
Applied model195/60 R15
195/60 VR15
185/65 HR15205/50 R16
Camber Minimum þ0É45¢
Degree minute Nominal 0É
Maximum 0É45¢
Caster Minimum 1É10¢
Degree minute Nominal 1É55¢
Maximum 2É40¢
Kingpin inclination Minimum 13É45¢
Degree minute Nominal 14É30¢
Maximum 15É15¢
Total toe-in Minimum 0 (0)
Distance (A - B) Nominal 1 (0.04)
mm (in) Maximum 2 (0.08)
Angle (left plus right) Minimum 0É
Degree minute Nominal 0É6¢
Maximum 0É12¢
Wheel turning angle Minimum 32 31
Full turn *2 Nominal 35 34
Inside Degree minute Maximum 36 35
Outside Degree minute Nominal 30 29
*1: Fuel, radiator coolant and engine oil full. Spare tire, jack, hand tools and mats in designated positions.
*2: Wheel turning force (at circumference of steering wheel) of 98 to 147 N (10 to 15 kg, 22 to 33 lb) with engine idle.
WHEEL BEARING
Wheel bearing axial end
play limit mm (in)0.05 (0.0020) or less
Wheel bearing lock nut
tightening torque
N´m (kg-m, ft-lb)235 - 314
(24 - 32, 174 - 231)
LOWER BALL JOINT
Ball stud swinging force
at cotter pin hole N (kg, lb)7.8 - 57.9
(0.8 - 5.9, 6 - 42)
Ball stud rotating torque
N´m (kg-cm, in-lb)0.5 - 3.4
(5 - 34, 5 - 30)
Ball stud axial end play
limit mm (in)0 (0)
WHEEL RUNOUT
Wheel type Aluminium Steel
Radial runout limit mm (in) 0.3 (0.012) 0.5 (0.020)
Lateral runout limit mm (in) 0.3 (0.012) 0.8 (0.031)
SERVICE DATA AND SPECIFICATIONS (SDS)
FA-35

S/SIG - Wiring diagram ....EC-QG-333, EC-SR-313,
EC-CD-145
Stabilizer bar (front) ........................................FA-32
Stall test (A/T) .................................................AT-34
Standardized relay ............................................EL-8
START - Wiring diagram .................................EL-37
Start signal .................EC-QG-38, 332, EC-SR-312,
EC-CD-145
Starter .......................................................EL-37, 43
Starting system ...............................................EL-37
Steering gear and linkage inspection ............MA-53
Steering knuckle........................................FA-11, 12
Stop lamp ......................................................EL-104
STOP/L - Wiring diagram..............................EL-104
Sun roof, electric ...........................................EL-230
Sunload sensor ..............................................HA-86
Sunroof .....................................................BT-31, 46
Super lock .............................................EL-245, 265
Supplemental Restraint System .......................RS-8
Supplemental restraint system - Wiring
diagram .......................................................RS-33
Symbols and abbreviations .............................GI-38
Symptom matrix chart ...........EC-QG-82, EC-SR-94
Synchronizer (M/T) ......................MT-22, 27, 59, 65
System readiness test (SRT) code ..........EC-SR-50
T
Tachometer ...........................................EL-141, 146
Tail lamp ........................................................EL-100
TCM circuit diagram ........................................AT-10
TCM inspection table ......................................AT-41
Temperature control cable and linkage
adjustment ..................................................HA-83
THEFT - Wiring diagram ...............................EL-316
Theft warning system ....................................EL-311
Thermal protector .........................................HA-113
Thermo control amp .......................................HA-80
Thermostat ..........................................LC-11, 23, 34
Third link (front susp.) .....................................FA-29
Three way catalyst ............EC-QG-258, EC-SR-246
Three way catalyst precautions.........................GI-6
Throttle position sensor
(TPS) .............................EC-QG-125, EC-SR-137
Throttle position sensor
adjustment .........................EC-QG-72, EC-SR-84
Throttle position switch ...............EC-SR-271, AT-85
Tightening torque of standard bolts.................GI-50
Time control system ......................................EL-306
Timing belt....................................................EM-131
Timing chain.............................................EM-19, 75
Tire rotation ....................................................MA-53
Tire size ...........................................................GI-45
Torque converter installation .........................AT-117
Torque convertor clutch solenoid valve...........AT-69
Tow truck towing ..............................................GI-46
Towing point.....................................................GI-49
TP/SW - Wiring diagram ........................EC-SR-273
TPS - Wiring diagram .......EC-QG-128, EC-SR-140
Transmission case (M/T) ................................MT-39Transverse link (front) .....................................FA-32
Trim .................................................................BT-18
Triple pressure switch ....................................HA-79
Trouble diagnoses ...........................................GI-35
Trunk lid ............................................................BT-7
Trunk lid opener - See Trunk lid .......................BT-7
Trunk room lamp...................................EL-130, 131
Trunk room trim...............................................BT-28
Turbocharger........................................EM-156, 201
Turbocharger precautions..................................GI-6
TURN - Wiring diagram.................................EL-118
Turn signal lamp............................................EL-117
Two trip detection logic .........EC-QG-36, EC-SR-48
U
Upper link (front susp.) ...................................FA-29
V
Vacuum hose (brake system).........................BR-20
Vacuum hose drawing (Engine
control) ............EC-QG-19, EC-SR-21, EC-CD-13
Valve clearance .............................EM-40, 179, 191
Valve guide..............EM-36, 93, 142, 180, 189, 197
Valve lifter ..............................EM-40, 145, 179, 198
Valve seat................EM-38, 95, 143, 182, 190, 198
Valve spring.............EM-39, 96, 145, 179, 189, 197
Vehicle identification number...........................GI-43
Vehicle speed sensor
(VSS) ..........EC-QG-267, EC-SR-255, EC-CD-70
Viscosity number (SAE) .................................MA-17
VSS - Wiring
diagram .......EC-QG-269, EC-SR-257, EC-CD-71
W
WARN - Wiring diagram ...............................EL-167
Warning buzzer .............................................EL-180
Warning chime ..............................................EL-180
Warning lamps ..............................................EL-165
Washer, front .................................................EL-186
Washer, rear..................................................EL-193
Water cock control rod adjustment ................HA-82
Water pump ........................................LC-10, 22, 33
Water temperature gauge .....................EL-141, 146
Weatherstrip - See Exterior ............................BT-31
Wheel alignment (front) ..................................FA-35
Wheel alignment (rear).....................................RA-6
Wheel balance ...............................................MA-53
Wheel bearing (front axle) ....................FA-6, 12, 35
Wheel bearing (rear) ........................................RA-5
Wheel hub (front) ............................................FA-12
Wheel hub (rear) ..............................................RA-7
Wheel sensors (ABS) .....................................BR-53
Wheel size .......................................................GI-45
Wheelbase (Dimensions) ................................GI-45
ALPHABETICAL INDEX
IDX-7

Shown below are Pre-delivery Inspection Items required for the new vehicle. It is recommended that
necessary items other than those listed here be added, paying due regard to the conditions in each
country.
Perform applicable items on each model. Consult text of this section for specifications.
UNDER HOOD engine off
Radiator coolant level and coolant hose con-
nections for leaks
Battery fluid level, specific gravity and condi-
tions of battery terminals
Drive belts tension
Fuel filter for water or dust, fuel lines and con-
nections for leaks
Engine oil level and oil leaks
Clutch and brake reservoir fluid level and fluid
lines for leaks
Windshield and rear window washer and head-
lamp cleaner reservoir fluid level
Power steering reservoir fluid level and hose
connections for leaks
ON INSIDE AND OUTSIDE
Remove front spring/strut spacer (If applicable)
Operation of all instruments, gauges, lights and
accessories
Operation of horn(s), wiper and washer
Steering lock for operation
Check air conditioner for gas leaks
Front and rear seats, and seat belts for opera-
tion
All moldings, trims and fittings for fit and align-
ment
All windows for operation and alignment
Hood, trunk lid, door panels for fit and align-
ment
Latches, keys and locks for operation
Weatherstrips for adhesion and fit
Headlamp aiming
Tighten wheel nuts (Inc. inner nuts if appli-
cable)
Tire pressure (Inc. spare tire)
Check front wheels for toe-in
Install clock/voltmeter/room lamp fuse (If appli-
cable)
Install deodorizing filter to air purifier (If appli-
cable)
Remove wiper blade protectors (If applicable)
UNDER BODY
Manual transmission/transaxle, transfer and
differential gear oil level
Brake and fuel lines and oil/fluid reservoirs for
leaks
Tighten bolts and nuts of steering linkage and
gear box, suspension, propeller shafts and
drive shafts
Tighten rear body bolts and nuts (Models with
wooden bed only)
ROAD TEST
Clutch operation
Parking brake operation
Service brake operation
Automatic transmission/transaxle shift timing
and kickdown
Steering control and returnability
Engine performance
Squeaks and rattles
ENGINE OPERATING AND HOT
Adjust idle mixture and speed (and ignition tim-
ing*1)
Automatic transmission/transaxle fluid level
Engine idling and stop knob operation (Diesel
only)
FINAL INSPECTION
Install necessary parts (outside mirror, wheel
covers, seat belts, mat, carpet or mud flaps)
Inspect for interior and exterior metal and paint
damage
Check for spare tire, jack, tools (wheel chock),
and literature
Wash, clean interior and exterior
*1: Not required on models with a direct ignition system
: Not applicable to this model.
PRE-DELIVERY INSPECTION ITEMS
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MAINTENANCE OPERATION MAINTENANCE INTERVAL
Perform on a kilometer basis, but
on an annual basis when driving
less than
15,000 km (9,000 miles) in a yearkm×1,000 15 30 45 60 75 90 105 120
(miles×1,000) (9) (18) (27) (36) (45) (54) (63) (72)
Months 12 24 36 48 60 72 84 96
Underhood and under vehicleReference pages
Headlamp aimingIIIIIIIIEL-87
Wheel alignment (if necessary, balance & rotate
wheels)IIIIIIIIFA-6/RA-6
MA-53
Brake pads, rotors & other components*IIIIIIIIMA-51
Foot brake, parking brake & clutch (for free play,
stroke & operation)IIIIIIIIBR-13/BR-48/CL-5
Brake booster vacuum hoses, connections, check
valveIIIIMA-51
Brake & clutch, systems and fluid (for level and leaks)IIIIIIIIMA-51/MA-48
Brake fluid*RRRRBR-7
Power steering fluid and lines (for
level and leaks)IIIIIIIIMA-53
Air bag system See NOTE (1) RS-11
Ventilation air filter*RRRRHA-117
Manual transmission oil (check for
leakage. Use genuine NISSAN XZ
gear oil or exact equivalent)IIIIIIIIMA-49
CVT fluid (for level and leaks or
replace. Use genuine NISSAN CVT
fluid (NS-1) or exact equivalent)*I I I [R] I I I [R] MA-50
Steering gear & linkage, axle & suspension, exhaust
system*IIIIMA-53/FA-5/
RA-5/MA-48
Body corrosion See NOTE (2) MA-55
NOTE: (1) Inspect after 10 years, then every 2 years.
(2) Inspect once per year.
* Maintenance items with“*”should be performed more frequently according to“Maintenance under severe driv-
ing conditions”.
PERIODIC MAINTENANCE
MA-7
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age only
MAINTENANCE OPERATION MAINTENANCE INTERVAL
Perform on a kilometer basis,
but on a semi-annual basis
when driving less than 20,000
km (12,000 miles) per yearkm×1,000 10 20 30 40 50 60 70 80 90 100 110 120
(miles x 1,000) (6) (12) (18) (24) (30) (36) (42) (48) (54) (60) (66) (72)
Months 6 12 18 24 30 36 42 48 54 60 66 72
Underhood and under vehicleReference
pages
Headlamp aimingIIIIIIEL-87
Wheel alignment (if necessary, balance & rotate wheels)IIIIIIFA-6/RA-6/
(MA-53)
Brake pads, rotors & other components*IIIIIIMA-51
Foot brake, parking brake & clutch (for free play, stroke &
operation)IIIIIIBR-48/
BR-13/CL-5
Brake booster vacuum hoses, connections, check valve I I I MA-51
Brake & clutch, systems and fluid (for level and
leaks)IIIIIIMA-51/
MA-48
Brake fluid* R R R BR-7
Power steering fluid and lines (for level and leaks)IIIIIIMA-53
Air bag system See NOTE (1)RS-11
Ventilation air filter*RRRRHA-117
Manual transmission oil (check for leakage. Use
genuine NISSAN XZ gear oil or exact equivalent)IIIIIIMA-49
Steering gear & linkage, axle & suspension, exhaust
system*IIIMA-53/FA-5/
RA-5/MA-48
Body corrosion See NOTE (2)MA-55
NOTE: (1) Inspect after 10 years, then every 2 years.
(2) Inspect once per year.
* Maintenance items with“*”should be performed more frequently according to“Maintenance under severe driving
conditions”.
PERIODIC MAINTENANCE
MA-9
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Abbreviations: R = Replace I = Inspect: Correct or replace if necessary L = Lubricate T = Tighten [ ] = At the specified mile-
age only
MAINTENANCE OPERATION MAINTENANCE INTERVAL
Perform on a kilometer basis only.km×1,000 15 30 45 60 75 90 105 120
(miles x 1,000) (9) (18) (27) (36) (45) (54) (63) (72)
Underhood and under vehicleReference
pages
Headlamp aimingIIIIEL-87
Wheel alignment (if necessary, balance & rotate wheels)IIIIFA-6/RA-6/
(MA-53)
Brake pads, rotors & other components*IIIIMA-51
Foot brake, parking brake & clutch (for free play, stroke & operation)IIIIBR-48/BR-13/
CL-5
Brake booster vacuum hoses, connections, check valve I I MA-51
Brake & clutch, systems and fluid (for level and leaks)IIIIMA-51/MA-48
Brake fluid*R R BR-7
Power steering fluid and lines (for level and leaks)IIIIMA-53
Air bag system See NOTE (1) RS-11
Ventilation air filter*RRRRHA-117
Manual transmission oil (check for leakage. Use genuine
NISSAN XZ gear oil or exact equivalent.)IIIIMA-49
CVT fluid (for level and leaks or replace.
Use genuine NISSAN CVT fluid (NS-1) or exact equivalent)*I [R] I [R] MA-50
Steering gear and linkage, axle & suspension, exhaust system* I IMA-53/FA-5/
RA-5/MA-48
Body corrosion See NOTE (2) MA-55
NOTE: (1) Inspect after 10 years, then every 2 years.
(2) Inspect once per year.
* Maintenance items with“*”should be performed more frequently according to“Maintenance under severe driving
conditions”.
PERIODIC MAINTENANCE
MA-12

Chassis and Body Maintenance
Abbreviations: R = Replace I = Inspect: Correct or replace if necessary L = Lubricate T = Tighten
MAINTENANCE OPERATION MAINTENANCE INTERVAL
Perform on a kilometer
basis only.km×1,000 10 20 30 40 50 60 70 80 90 100 110 120
(miles x 1,000) (6) (12) (18) (24) (30) (36) (42) (48) (54) (60) (66) (72)
Underhood and under vehicleReference
pages
Headlamp aimingIIIIEL-87
Wheel alignment (if necessary, balance & rotate
wheels)IIIIFA-6/RA-6/
(MA-53)
Brake pads, rotors & other components*IIIIMA-51
Foot brake, parking brake & clutch (for free play, stroke
& operation)IIIIBR-13/BR-48/
CL-5
Brake booster vacuum hoses, connections, check valve I I MA-51
Brake & clutch, systems and fluid (for level and
leaks)IIIIMA-51/MA-48
Brake fluid*R R BR-7
Power steering fluid and lines (for level and leaks)IIIIMA-53
Air bag system See NOTE (1)RS-11
Ventilation air filter*RRRRHA-117
Manual transmission oil (check for leakage. Use
genuine NISSAN XZ gear oil or exact equivalent.)IIIIMA-49
Steering gear & linkage, axle & suspension, exhaust
system*IIMA-53/FA-5/
RA-5/MA-48
Body corrosion See NOTE (2)MA-55
NOTE: (1) Inspect after 10 years, then every 2 years.
(2) Inspect once per year.
* Maintenance items with“*”should be performed more frequently according to“Maintenance under severe driving
conditions”.
PERIODIC MAINTENANCE
MA-14

REAR AXLE &
REAR SUSPENSION
SECTION
RA
CONTENTS
PRECAUTIONS AND PREPARATION.......................... 2
Precautions ................................................................ 2
Special Service Tools ................................................ 2
Commercial Service Tools ......................................... 2
NOISE, VIBRATION AND HARSHNESS (NVH)
TROUBLESHOOTING................................................... 3
NVH Troubleshooting Chart....................................... 3
REAR SUSPENSION SYSTEM..................................... 4
ON-VEHICLE SERVICE................................................ 5
Rear Axle and Rear Suspension Parts ..................... 5
Rear Wheel Bearing .................................................. 5Rear Wheel Alignment ............................................... 6
REAR AXLE................................................................... 7
Wheel Hub ................................................................. 7
REAR SUSPENSION..................................................... 9
Removal and Installation ......................................... 10
Coil Spring and Shock Absorber .............................. 11
Torsion Beam, Lateral Link and Control Rod .......... 12
SERVICE DATA AND SPECIFICATIONS (SDS)........ 14
General Specifications ............................................. 14
Inspection and Adjustment ...................................... 14
RA