2001 NISSAN ALMERA TINO service

Bleeding Hydraulic SystemNLST00141. Raise front end of vehicle until wheels are clear of the ground.
2. Add fluid into oil tank to specified level. Then quickly turn steer-
ing wheel fully to right and left and lightly touch steering stop-
pers.
Repeat steering wheel operation until fluid level no longer
decreases.
3. Start engine.
Repeat step 2. above.
+Incomplete air bleeding will cause the following to occur. When
this happens, bleed air again.
a) Air bubbles in reservoir tank
b) Clicking noise in oil pump
c) Excessive buzzing in oil pump
Fluid noise may occur in the valve or oil pump. This is common
when the vehicle is stationary or while turning the steering wheel
slowly. This does not affect the performance or durability of the
system.
SST491B
SST090B
Checking Steering Wheel Turning ForceNLST00151. Park vehicle on a level, dry surface and set parking brake.
2. Start engine.
3. Bring power steering fluid up to adequate operating tempera-
ture. [Make sure temperature of fluid is approximately 60 to
80°C (140 to 176°F).]
Tires need to be inflated to normal pressure.
4. Check steering wheel turning force when steering wheel has
been turned 360°from the neutral position.
Steering wheel turning force:
26 - 32 N (2.7 - 3.3 kg, 5.8 - 7.2 lb)
5. If steering wheel turning force is out of specification, check
rack sliding force.
a. Disconnect steering column lower joint and knuckle arms from
the gear.
b. Start and run engine at idle to make sure steering fluid has
reached normal operating temperature.
c. Pull tie-rod slowly to move it from neutral position to±11.5 mm
(±0.453 in) at speed of 3.5 mm (0.138 in)/s. Check that rack
sliding force is within specification.
Average rack sliding force:
197 - 255 N (20.1 - 26.0 kg, 44.3 - 57.3 lb)
6. If rack sliding force is not within specification, replace steering
gear assembly.
7. If rack sliding force is OK, inspect steering column. Refer to
ST-13.
ON-VEHICLE SERVICE
Bleeding Hydraulic System
ST-8

SST834-I
Checking Hydraulic SystemNLST0016Before starting, check belt tension, driving pulley and tire pressure.
1. Set Tool. Open shut-off valve. Then bleed air. Refer to“Bleed-
ing Hydraulic System”, ST-8.
2. Run engine at idle speed or 1,000 rpm.
Make sure temperature of fluid in tank rises to 60 to 80°C (140
to 176°F).
WARNING:
Warm up engine with shut-off valve fully opened. If engine is
started with shut-off valve closed, fluid pressure in oil pump
increases to maximum. This will raise oil temperature abnor-
mally.
3. Check pressure with steering wheel fully turned to left and right
positions with engine idling at 1,000 rpm.
CAUTION:
Do not hold the steering wheel in a locked position for more
than 15 seconds.
Oil pump maximum standard pressure:
SR engine
8,600 - 9,200 kPa (86.0 - 92.0 bar, 87.7 - 93.8
kg/cm
2, 1,247 - 1,334 psi)
QG engine
8,600 - 9,200 kPa (86.0 - 92.0 bar, 87.7 - 93.8
kg/cm
2, 1,247 - 1,334 psi)
YD engine
8,800 - 9,400 kPa (88.0 - 94.0 bar, 88.7 - 95.8
kg/cm
2, 1,261 - 1,362 psi)
+If pressure reaches maximum operating pressure, system is
OK.
+If pressure increases above maximum operating pressure,
check power steering pump flow control valve. Refer to ST-21.
4. If power steering pressure is below the maximum operating
pressure, slowly close shut-off valve and check pressure
again.
CAUTION:
Do not close shut-off valve for more than 15 seconds.
+If pressure increases to maximum operating pressure, gear is
damaged. Refer to“Removal and Installation”, ST-16.
+If pressure remains below maximum operating pressure, pump
is damaged. Refer to“Disassembly”, ST-24.
5. After checking hydraulic system, remove Tool and add fluid as
necessary. Then completely bleed air out of system. Refer to
ST-8.
ON-VEHICLE SERVICE
Checking Hydraulic System
ST-9

SST884C
Removal and InstallationNLST00401. Remove chain case cover.
SST885C
2. Revolving crank pulley, set tool.
3. Fix tool with chain cover fixing bolts.
4. Using suitable tool, remove sprocket fixing nut and washer.
Do not remove Tool while power steering oil pump is
removed.
SST886C
5. Remove power steering pump fixing bolts, then remove it.
SST890C
+Apply Gasket to the installation surface of the engine chain
case cover as shown in the figure before installing the chain
case cover to the engine.
+Bleed air after installation.
Refer to ST-8.
DisassemblyNLST0041CAUTION:
+Parts which can be disassembled are strictly limited.
Never disassemble parts other than those specified.
+Disassemble in as clean a place as possible.
+Clean your hands before disassembly.
+Do not use rags; use nylon cloths or paper towels.
+Follow the procedure and cautions in the Service Manual.
+When disassembling and reassembling, do not let foreign
matter enter or contact the parts.
POWER STEERING OIL PUMP (YD ENGINE)
Removal and Installation
ST-24

General SpecificationsNLST0032
Applied model
Steering modelPower steering
Steering gear typePR25T
Steering overall gear ratio18.07
Turns of steering wheel (Lock to lock)3.26
Steering column typeCollapsible, tilt
Steering WheelNLST0033
Steering wheel axial play mm (in)0 (0)
Steering wheel play mm (in)35 (1.38) or less
Movement of gear housing mm (in)±2(±0.08) or less
Steering ColumnNLST0034
Steering column length“L”mm (in) 535 - 537 (21.06 - 21.14)
SST855C
SERVICE DATA AND SPECIFICATIONS (SDS)
General Specifications
ST-27

Steering Gear and LinkageNLST0035
Steering gear typePR25T
Tie-rod outer ball
jointSwinging force at cotter pin hole:
“A”N (kg, lb)6.9 - 65.7 (0.66 - 6.59, 1.5 - 14.8)
Rotating torque:“B”N·m (kg-cm,
in-lb)0.29 - 2.94 (3.0 - 30.0, 2.6 - 26.0)
Axial end play:“C”mm (in) 0.4 (0.016) or less
Tie-rod inner ball
jointSwinging force*:“A”N (kg, lb) 5.9 - 46.1 (0.58 - 4.65, 1.3 - 10.4)
Axial end play:“C”mm (in) 0.2 (0.004) or less
Tie-rod standard length“L”mm (in) 185 (7.28)
*: Measuring point [!: 172 mm (6.77 in)]
SST867C
Rack stroke“S”mm (in)70 (2.76)
SST086BA
Power SteeringNLST0036
Steering gear typePR25T
Rack sliding
force N (kg, lb)
Under normal oper-
ating oil pressureRange within±11.5 mm (±0.453 in)
from the neutral position at rack
speed of 3.5 mm (0.138 in)/sAverage force 197 - 255 (20.1 - 26.0, 44.3 - 57.3)
Steering wheel turning force
(Measured at one full turn from the neutral position) N (kg, lb)26 - 32 (2.7 - 3.2, 5.8 - 7.2)
Fluid capacity (Approximate)!(Imp qt)1.0 (7/8)
Oil pump maximum pressure kPa (bar, kg/cm
2, psi)QG 8,600 - 9,200 (86.0 - 92.0, 87.7 - 93.8, 1,247 - 1,334)
SR 8,600 - 9,200 (86.0 - 92.0, 87.7 - 93.8, 1,247 - 1,334)
YD 8,800 - 9,400 (88.0 - 94.0, 88.7 - 95.8, 1,261 - 1,362)
SERVICE DATA AND SPECIFICATIONS (SDS)
Steering Gear and Linkage
ST-28

FRONT & REAR SUSPENSION
SECTION
SU
CONTENTS
FRONT SUSPENSION....................................................2
Precautions ..................................................................2
PRECAUTIONS.........................................................2
Preparation ..................................................................2
SPECIAL SERVICE TOOLS........................................2
COMMERCIAL SERVICE TOOLS................................2
Noise, Vibration and Harshness (NVH)
Troubleshooting ...........................................................4
NVH TROUBLESHOOTING CHART............................4
Components.................................................................5
On-vehicle Service.......................................................6
FRONT SUSPENSION PARTS...................................6
BALANCING WHEELS...............................................6
TIRE ROTATION.......................................................8
FRONT WHEEL ALIGNMENT.....................................8
Coil Spring and Shock Absorber ...............................10
COMPONENTS.......................................................10
REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION............................... 11
DISASSEMBLY........................................................ 11
INSPECTION........................................................... 11
ASSEMBLY.............................................................12
Stabilizer Bar .............................................................12
REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION...............................12
Transverse Link and Lower Ball Joint .......................13
REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION...............................13
INSPECTION...........................................................13
Service Data and Specifications (SDS).....................15
GENERAL SPECIFICATIONS (FRONT).....................15
FRONT WHEEL ALIGNMENT (UNLADEN*1).............15
LOWER BALL JOINT...............................................15
WHEELARCH HEIGHT (UNLADEN*1).......................16
WHEEL RUNOUT....................................................16
WHEEL BALANCE...................................................16
REAR SUSPENSION.....................................................17
Precautions ................................................................17
PRECAUTIONS.......................................................17
Preparation ................................................................17
COMMERCIAL SERVICE TOOLS..............................17
Noise, Vibration and Harshness (NVH)
Troubleshooting .........................................................17
Components...............................................................18
On-vehicle Service.....................................................19
REAR SUSPENSION PARTS...................................19
REAR WHEEL ALIGNMENT.....................................19
Removal and Installation ...........................................22
REMOVAL...............................................................23
INSTALLATION........................................................23
Coil Spring and Shock Absorber ...............................23
REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION...............................23
DISASSEMBLY........................................................24
INSPECTION...........................................................24
ASSEMBLY.............................................................24
Torsion Beam, Lateral Link and Control Rod ............25
DISASSEMBLY........................................................25
INSPECTION...........................................................25
ASSEMBLY.............................................................25
Service Data and Specifications (SDS).....................27
GENERAL SPECIFICATIONS (REAR).......................27
REAR WHEEL ALIGNMENT (UNLADEN*).................27

SBR686C
Precautions
PRECAUTIONSNLSU0001+When installing rubber parts, final tightening must be car-
ried out under unladen condition* with tires on ground.
Oil will shorten the life of rubber bushes. Be sure to wipe
off any spilled oil.
*: Fuel, radiator coolant and engine oil full. Spare tire, jack,
hand tools and mats in designated positions.
+After installing removed suspension parts, check wheel
alignment and adjust if necessary.
+Use flare nut wrench when removing or installing brake
tubes.
+Always torque brake lines when installing.
+Lock nuts are unreusable parts; always use new ones.
When replacing, do not wipe the oil off the new lock nut
before tightening.
Preparation
SPECIAL SERVICE TOOLSNLSU0002
Tool number
Tool nameDescription
HT72520000
Ball joint remover
NT146
Removing tie-rod outer end and lower ball joint
COMMERCIAL SERVICE TOOLSNLSU0003
Tool name Description
Attachment Wheel align-
ment
NT148
Measure wheel alignment
a: Screw M24 x 1.5 pitch
b: 35 mm (1.38 in) dia.
c: 65 mm (2.56 in) dia.
d: 56 mm (2.20 in)
e: 12 mm (0.47 in)
1 Flare nut crowfoot
2 Torque wrench
NT360
Removing and installing each brake piping
a: 10 mm (0.39 in)
FRONT SUSPENSION
Precautions
SU-2

SMA525A
On-vehicle Service
FRONT SUSPENSION PARTSNLSU0006Check front axle and front suspension parts for excessive play,
cracks, wear or other damage.
+Shake each front wheel to check for excessive play.
+Make sure that cotter pin is inserted.
+Retighten all axle and suspension nuts and bolts to the speci-
fied torque.
Tightening torque:
Refer to “FRONT SUSPENSION”, SU-5.
SFA392B
+Check strut (shock absorber) for oil leakage or other damage.
+Check suspension ball joint for grease leakage and ball joint
dust cover for cracks or other damage.
If ball joint dust cover is cracked or damaged, replace trans-
verse link.
SFA818AA
+Check spring height from top of wheelarch to the ground.
a) Vehicle must be unladen*, parked on a level surface, and tires
checked for proper inflation and wear (tread wear indicator
must not be showing).
*: Fuel, radiator coolant and engine oil full. Spare tire, jack,
hand tools and mats in designated positions.
b) Bounce vehicle up and down several times before measuring.
Standard height: Refer to SDS, SU-16.
c) Spring height is not adjustable. If out of specification, check for
worn springs or suspension parts.
SSU031
+Check suspension ball joint end play.
a) Jack up front of vehicle and set the stands.
b) Clamp dial indicator onto transverse link and place indicator tip
on lower edge of brake caliper.
c) Make sure front wheels are straight and brake pedal is
depressed.
d) Place a pry bar between transverse link and inner rim of road
wheel.
e) While raising and releasing pry bar, observe maximum dial
indicator value.
Vertical end play: 0 mm (0 in)
f) If ball joint movement is beyond specifications, remove and
replace it.
BALANCING WHEELSNLSU0042+Adjust wheel balance using road wheel center.
Wheel balance (Maximum allowable unbalance):
Refer to SDS, SU-16.
FRONT SUSPENSION
On-vehicle Service
SU-6