2005 NISSAN X-TRAIL check oil

RAX-6
WHEEL HUB (2WD)

WHEEL HUB (2WD)PFP:43200
On-vehicle Inspection and ServiceEDS0034G
Make sure that the mounting conditions (looseness, backlash) of each component and component status
(wear, damage) are normal.
WHEEL BEARING INSPECTION

Move wheel hub in the axial direction by hand. Make sure there is no looseness of wheel bearing.

Rotate wheel hub and make sure that is no unusual noise or other irregular conditions. If there are any
irregular conditions, replace wheel bearing.
Removal and InstallationEDS0034H
COMPONENT
REMOVAL
1. Remove tire from the vehicle with power tool.
2. Remove wheel sensor from axle housing. Refer to BRC-46, "
WHEEL SENSORS" .
CAUTION:
Do not pull on wheel sensor harness.
3. Remove torque member fixing bolts with power tool. Hang it in a place where it will not interfere with work.
Refer to BR-32, "
REAR DISC BRAKE" .
NOTE:
Avoid depressing brake pedal while brake caliper is removed.
4. Remove disc rotor.
5. Remove anchor block mounting nuts, and then remove anchor block and back plate from axle housing.
6. Remove fixing bolts and nuts, and then remove strut from axle housing. Refer to RSU-8, "
COIL SPRING
AND STRUT" .
7. Remove nut and bolt from axle housing side of radius rod. Refer to RSU-12, "
RADIUS ROD" .
8. Remove fixing bolt, washer and nut from axle housing side of front and rear parallel links. Remove axle
housing from vehicle.
INSPECTION AFTER REMOVAL
Check components for deformation, cracks and other damage. Replace if there.Axial end play : 0.05 mm (0.002 in) or less
1. Sensor rotor 2. Snap ring 3. Wheel bearing
4. Axle housing 5. Back plate 6. Wheel hub
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RAX-14
REAR DRIVE SHAFT

REAR DRIVE SHAFTPFP:39600
Removal and InstallationEDS000FL
REMOVAL
1. Remove axle housing. Refer to RAX-11, "REMOVAL" .
NOTE:
In order to remove the rear drive shaft assembly, the rear axle is removed. At this time it is recommended
that front and rear parallel links on axle side be loosened (not removed). This will facilitate wheel align-
ment inspection and adjustment which are carried out later.
2. As shown in the figure, use a wheel wrench or similar tool to
remove drive shaft from rear final drive.
INSPECTION AFTER REMOVAL

Move the joint in the up/down, left/right, and axial directions. Check for any rough movement or significant
looseness.

Check boot for cracks or other damage, and also for grease leakage.
INSTALLATION
1. In order to prevent damage to rear final drive side oil seal, first fit
a protector (SST) onto oil seal before inserting drive shaft. Slide
drive shaft into slide joint and tap with a hammer to install
securely.
CAUTION:
Be sure to check that circular clip is securely fastened.
2. Install rear axle. Refer to RAX-11, "
INSTALLATION" .
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PRECAUTIONS

PRECAUTIONSPFP:00001
CautionEES0006Z

When installing rubber bushings, final tightening must be carried out under unladen conditions with tires
on flat, level ground. Oil will shorten the life of rubber bushings. Be sure to wipe off any spilled oil.

“Unladen condition” means that fuel, coolant and lubricant are full and ready for drive. However, spare tire,
jack, and hand tools should be unloaded.

After installing the removed suspension parts, always check wheel alignment and adjust if necessary.

Replace the caulking nut with a new one. Install a new nut without wiping the oil off before tightening.

FSU-6
FRONT SUSPENSION ASSEMBLY

On-Vehicle Inspection and ServiceEES00072
LOOSENESS, BACKLASH AND DAMAGE OF MOUNTING PARTS AND CONNECTIONS
Lift vehicle and inspect the following:

Check mounting point of each component for looseness, backlash and damage.

Check lower ball joint end play.
1. Attach a dial gauge so that the contact rests on the brake caliper.
2. Set front wheels in a straight-ahead position. Do not depress brake pedal.
3. Measure axial end play by placing an iron pry bar or something similar between transverse link and steer-
ing knuckle.
CAUTION:
Be careful not to damage ball joint boot.
4. If axial end play is outside the standard, remove transverse link and check lower ball joint.
Wheel AlignmentEES00073
DESCRIPTION

Measure wheel alignment under unladen conditions. “Unladen conditions” means that fuel, coolant, and
lubricant are full. However, spare tyre, jack, and hand tools should be unloaded.
PRELIMINARY INSPECTION
1. Check the tyre for improper air pressure and wear.
2. Check road wheels for runout.
3. Check wheel bearing axial endplay.
4. Check lower ball joint axial endplay.
5. Check strut operation.
6. Check each mounting point of axle and suspension for looseness and deformation.
7. Check each link and arm for cracks, deformation, and other damage.
8. Check the vehicle posture.
INSPECTION OF CAMBER, CASTER, AND KINGPIN INCLINATION ANGLES

Camber, caster, and kingpin inclination angles cannot be adjusted.

Before inspection, mount front wheels onto turning radius gauge. Mount rear wheels onto a stand that has
same height so the vehicle will remain horizontal.
1. Measure camber, caster and kingpin inclination of both right and
left wheels with a suitable alignment gauge.
2. If camber, caster or kingpin inclination is not within specification,
inspect front suspension parts. Replace dam-aged or worn out
parts.
1. Upper mounting plate 2. Strut spacer 3. Strut mounting insulator
4. Strut mounting insulator bracket 5. Thrust bearing 6. Spring upper seat
7. Upper rubber seat 8. Bound bumper 9. Coil spring
10. Strut 11. Axle assembly 12. Cotter pin
13. Clamp 14. Bushing 15. Stabilizer bar
16. Washer 17. Connecting rod 18. Suspension member
19. Member pin stay 20. Transverse link 21. Steering stopper bracket
Axial endplay : 0 mm (0 in)
Camber, caster and kingpin inclination:
FSU-13, "
SERVICE DATA AND SPECIFICATIONS
(SDS)"
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FSU-8
COIL SPRING AND SHOCK ABSORBER

COIL SPRING AND SHOCK ABSORBERPFP:54302
Removal and InstallationEES00074
REMOVAL
1. Remove tyre. Remove brake caliper and hung it aside.
CAUTION:
Avoid depressing brake pedal with brake caliper removed.
2. Remove electrical wires of wheel sensor from strut.
3. Remove brake hose lock plate.
4. Remove mounting bolts and nuts securing steering knuckle to strut.
5. Remove mounting nuts on upper mounting plate and remove upper mounting plate and strut from vehicle.
INSTALLATION

Refer to FSU-5, "Components" in “Front Suspension Assembly” for tightening torque. Tighten in the
reverse order of removal.

Be sure arrows on strut mount insulator and spring upper seat
are positioned as shown. Also be sure notch in strut spacer is
positioned as shown. Then install strut.

Assemble upper mounting plate with its notch facing toward the
outside.
Disassembly and AssemblyEES00075
DISASSEMBLY
1. Install strut attachment (SST) to strut and fix it in a vise.
CAUTION:
When installing strut attachment (SST), wrap a shop cloth
around strut to protect it from damage.
2. Slightly loosen piston rod lock nut.
WARNING:
Do not remove piston rod lock nut completely. If it is
removed completely, coil spring jumps out and may cause
serious damage or injury.
3. Compress coil spring using a spring compressor.
WARNING:
Make sure that the pawls of the two spring compressors are firmly hooked on the spring. The
spring compressors must be tightened alternately so as not to tilt the spring.
4. After making sure coil spring is free between upper and lower seats after Step 3. Remove piston rod lock
nut.
5. Remove small parts on strut.

Remove strut spacer, strut mount insulator, strut mounting insulator bracket thrust bearing, spring upper
seat, and upper rubber seat. Then remove coil spring.
6. Remove bound bumper from spring upper seat.
7. Gradually release spring compressor (commercial service tool), and remove coil spring.
INSPECTION AFTER DISASSEMBLY
Strut

Check strut for deformation, cracks, and damage, and replace if necessary.

Check piston rod for damage, uneven wear, and distortion, and replace if necessary.

Check welded and sealed areas for oil leakage, and replace if necessary.
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COIL SPRING AND SHOCK ABSORBER
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Insulator and Rubber Parts
Check strut mount insulator for cracks and rubber parts for wear. Replace them if necessary.
Coil Spring
Check for cracks, wear, and damage, and replace if necessary.
ASSEMBLY
1. Compress coil spring using a spring compressor (commercial
service tool), and install it onto the strut.
CAUTION:
Face tube side of coil spring downward. Align lower end to
spring seat as shown in the figure.
WARNING:
Be sure spring compressor is securely attached to coil
spring. Compress coil spring.
2. Connect bound bumper to spring upper seat.
CAUTION:

Be sure to install bound bumper to spring upper seat
securely.

When installing bound bumper, use soapy water. Do not use machine oil or other lubricants.
3. Install small parts to the strut.

Connect upper rubber seat, spring upper seats, thrust bearing, strut mount insulator, and strut spacer.
Temporarily install piston rod lock nut.
CAUTION:
Do not reuse piston rod lock nut.
4. Be sure arrows on strut mount insulator and spring upper seat
are positioned as shown. Also be sure notch in the strut spacer
is positioned as shown.
5. Be sure coil spring is properly set in spring rubber seat. Gradu-
ally release spring compressor.
CAUTION:
Be sure upper rubber seat is properly aligned to spring
upper seat and coil spring.
6. Tighten piston rod lock nut to the specified torque.
7. Remove strut attachment (SST).
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RSU-2
PRECAUTIONS

PRECAUTIONSPFP:00001
CautionEES0007C

Final tightening of bushings must be carried out under unladen condition with tyre on the ground. Oil will
shorten life of bushings. Be sure to wipe off any spilled oil.

“Unladen condition” means that fuel, coolant and lubricant are full and ready for drive. However, spare
tyre, jack, and hand tools should be unloaded.

After installing the removed suspension parts, always check wheel alignment and adjust if necessary.

Replace the caulking nut with a new one. Install a new nut without wiping the oil off before tightening.

RSU-6
REAR SUSPENSION ASSEMBLY

On-Vehicle Inspection and ServiceEES0007F
Check axle and suspension parts for excessive play, wear, and damage.

Move rear wheels (RH/LH) to check abnormal free play.

Retighten all nuts and bolts to the specified torque.

Check strut for oil leakage and damage.
Wheel AlignmentEES0007G
DESCRIPTION

Measure wheel alignment under unladen conditions. “Unladen conditions” means that fuel, coolant, and
lubricant are full. However, spare tyre, jack, and hand tools should be unloaded.
PRELIMINARY INSPECTION
1. Check the tyre for improper air pressure and wear.
2. Check road wheels for runout.
3. Check wheel bearing axial endplay.
4. Check strut operation.
5. Check each mounting point of axle and suspension for looseness and deformation.
6. Check each link and arm for cracks, deformation, and other damage.
7. Check the vehicle posture.
CAMBER
Camber is preset at factory and cannot be adjusted.

If the camber is not within specification, inspect and replace any damaged or worn rear suspension parts.
TOE-IN
Measure toe-in using the following procedure.

Always perform following procedure on a flat surface.

Make sure that no person is in front of the vehicle before push-
ing it.
1. Bounce rear of vehicle up and down to stabilize the posture.
2. Push the vehicle straight ahead about 5 m (16 ft).
3. Put a mark on base line of tread (rear side) of both tyre at the
same height as hub center. This mark is a measuring points.
1. Strut spacer 2. Strut mounting insulator 3. Strut mounting insulator bracket
4. Upper rubber seat 5. Bound bumper 6. Coil spring
7. Strut 8. Rear axle assembly 9. Rear suspension member
10. Member stopper 11. member stopper 12. Washer
13. Rear parallel link 14. Toe-in adjusting bolt 15. Front parallel link
16. Radius rod 17. Stabilizer bar 18. Clamp
19. Bushing 20. Connecting rod
Camber : RSU-14, "SERVICE DATA AND SPECIFICATIONS (SDS)"
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