2005 NISSAN X-TRAIL torque

FSU-10
TRANSVERSE LINK

TRANSVERSE LINK PFP:54500
Removal and InstallationEES00076
REMOVAL
1. Remove steering knuckle from transverse link. Refer to FAX-7, "REMOVAL" .
2. Remove mounting nuts and washers on lower portion of stabilizer connecting rod.
3. Slightly loosen transverse link mounting bolts.
4. Remove transverse link mounting bolts and nuts, and remove transverse link from suspension member.
INSPECTION AFTER REMOVAL
Visual Inspection
Check transverse link and bushing for deformation, cracks, and other damage. Replace the entire transverse
link assembly if cracks, deformation or any other damage is found.
Ball Joint Inspection
CAUTION:
Before measurement, move the ball joint at least ten times by hand to check for smooth movement.
Swing Torque Inspection

Hook spring scale at cotter pin mounting hole. Confirm spring
scale measurement value is within specifications when ball stud
begins moving.

If the value is outside the standard, replace transverse link.
Rotating Torque Inspection

Attach mounting nut to ball stud. Check that rotating torque is
within specifications with a preload gauge (SST).

If the value is outside the standard, replace transverse link.
Axial Endplay Inspection

Move tip of ball joint in axial direction to check for looseness.

If any looseness is noted, replace transverse link.
INSTALLATION

Refer to FSU-5, "Components" for tightening torque. Tighten in the reverse order of removal.

Tighten transverse link mounting bolts with vehicle unladen and all four tyre on flat, level ground.

After installation, check wheel alignment. Refer to FSU-6, "Wheel Alignment" . Swing force:
0.50 - 3.4 N·m (0.06 - 0.34 kg-m, 5 - 30 in-lb)
Measurement on spring balance:
7.94 - 53.97 N (0.81 - 5.50 kg, 1.79 - 12.2 lb)
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Rotating torque:
0.50 - 3.4 N·m (0.06 - 0.34 kg-m, 5 - 30 in-lb)
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Axial endplay : 0.1 mm (0.004 in) or less

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FRONT SUSPENSION MEMBER

FRONT SUSPENSION MEMBERPFP:54401
Removal and InstallationEES00078
REMOVAL
1. Remove tyre. Raise vehicle.
2. Remove mounting nut on lower portion of stabilizer connecting rod from transverse link.
3. Remove transverse link from suspension member, and move the transverse link outward.
4. Remove front exhaust tube mounting rubber from suspension member.
5. Support engine or transmission with a jack.
6. Remove center member from vehicle. Refer to TF-57, "
TRANSFER ASSEMBLY"
7. Remove steering gear mounting bolts. Remove steering gear and power steering tube bracket from sus-
pension member.
8. Hang steering gear.
9. Remove rear engine mount insulator from suspension member.
10. Remove body-side mounting bolts from member pin stay.
11. Set a jack under suspension member, and remove suspension member mounting nuts.
12. Slowly lower jack to remove suspension member from vehicle.
INSTALLATION

Refer to FSU-5, "Components" for tightening torque in the reverse order of removal.

After installation, perform final tightening of each part under unladen conditions with tyre on ground.
Check wheel alignment. Refer to FSU-6, "
Wheel Alignment" .

SERVICE DATA AND SPECIFICATIONS (SDS)
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SERVICE DATA AND SPECIFICATIONS (SDS)PFP:00030
General SpecificationEES000J6
Wheel Alignment (Unladen)EES00079
: Fuel, radiator coolant and engine oil full. Spare tire, jack, hand tools and mats in designated positions.
Ball JointEES0007A
Wheelarch Height (Unladen)EES000J9
: Fuel, radiator coolant and engine oil full. Spare tire, jack, hand tools and mats in designated positions.Suspension type Independent Macpherson strut
Shock absorber type Double-acting hydraulic
Stabilizer bar Standard equipment
Engine type QR20DE and QR25DE YD22DDTi
Camber
Degree minute (Decimal degree)Minimum – 0°54′ (– 0.9°)
Nominal – 0°24′ (– 0.4°)
Maximum 0°36′ (0.6°)
Left and right difference 45′ (0.75°)
Caster
Degree minute (Decimal degree)Minimum 1°42′ (1.7°)
Nominal 2°27′ (2.45°)
Maximum 3°12′ (3.2°)
Left and right difference 45′ (0.75°)
Kingpin offset
Degree minute (Decimal degree)Minimum 12°06′ (12.1°)
Nominal 13°30′ (13.5°)
Maximum 13°36′ (13.6°)
Total toe-in
Distance (A - B)Minimum 0 mm (0 in)
Nominal 1 mm (0.04 in)
Maximum 2 mm (0.08 in)
Wheel turning angel Refer to PS-44, "
Steering Angle" .
Swing torque 0.5 - 3.4 N·m (0.05 - 0.35 kg-m, 5 - 30 in-lb)
Measurement on spring balance (cotter pinhole position) 7.94 - 53.97 N (0.81 - 5.50 kg, 1.79 - 12.2 lb)
Turning torque 0.5 - 3.4 N·m (0.05 - 0.35 kg-m, 5 - 30 in-lb)
Axial endplay 0.1 mm (0.004 in) or less
Applied model QR20DE and QR25DE engine YD22DDTi engine
215/70R15 and 215/65R16 215/65R16
Front (Hf) 773 mm (30.43 in) 771 mm (30.35 in)
Rear (Hr) 786 mm (30.94 in) 785 mm (30.91 in)
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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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COIL SPRING AND STRUT

COIL SPRING AND STRUTPFP:55302
Removal and InstallationEES0007H
REMOVAL
1. Remove tyre.
2. Remove brake hose lock plate and remove brake hose from strut.
3. Remove mounting nuts and washers on upper portion of stabilizer connecting rod.
4. Remove strut-to-axle housing mounting bolts and nuts.
5. Remove luggage side lower finisher in luggage compartment. Remove mounting nuts on strut spacer.
Then remove strut from vehicle.
INSTALLATION

Refer to RSU-5, "Components" for tightening torque. Install in the reverse order of removal.
Disassembly and AssemblyEES0007I
DISASSEMBLY
1. Install strut attachment (SST) to strut and fix it in a vise.
CAUTION:
When installing a strut attachment (SST), cover strut with
shop cloth to avoid damage.
2. Remove cap and slightly loosen piston rod lock nut.
CAUTION:
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 (commercial
service tool).
CAUTION:
Be sure spring compressor is securely attached to coil spring. Compress coil 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 mounting insulator, strut mounting insulator bracket, spring upper seat,
upper rubber seat, and bound bumper. Then remove coil spring from strut.
6. Gradually release spring compressor, 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.
Insulator and Rubber parts.

Check strut mount insulator for cracks and rubber parts for wear. Replace them if necessary.
Coil Spring

Check coil spring for cracks, deformation, and damage, and replace if necessary.
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COIL SPRING AND STRUT
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ASSEMBLY
1. Compress coil spring using a spring compressor (SST), and
install it onto the strut.
CAUTION:

Install coil spring with its identification paint facing down.
Align its lower end with spring seat on strut as shown at
left.

Be sure spring compressor is securely attached to coil
spring. Compress coil spring.
2. Install small parts to the strut.

Attach bound bumper, upper rubber seat, spring upper seat,
strut mount insulator and strut spacer. Position piston rod lock
nut.
CAUTION:
Do not reuse piston rod lock nut.
3. As shown in the figure, set spring upper seat. “ ” Mark on it
should face outside of vehicle.
4. Be sure coil spring is properly set in upper and lower rubber
seats. Gradually release a spring compressor (SST).
CAUTION:
Be sure upper and lower rubber seats are properly aligned
to strut, coil spring, and spring upper seat.
5. Tighten piston rod lock nut to the specified torque.
6. Remove strut attachment (SST).SEIA0127E
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RSU-10
FRONT PARALLEL LINK

FRONT PARALLEL LINKPFP:55120
Removal and InstallationEES0007J
REMOVAL
1. Remove tyre, Raise vehicle.
2. Remove wheel sensor wire.
3. Remove front parallel link mounting bolts and nuts. Remove front parallel link from vehicle.
INSPECTION AFTER REMOVAL

Replace front parallel link assembly if it is in following condition: deformed, cracked, or damaged, or if the
bushing was damaged.
INSTALLATION

Refer to RSU-5, "Components" for tightening torque and reverse the removal procedure for installation.

REAR PARALLEL LINK
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REAR PARALLEL LINKPFP:55121
Removal and InstallationEES0007K
REMOVAL
1. Remove tyre, Raise vehicle.
2. Remove rear parallel link mounting bolts and nuts. Remove it from vehicle.
INSPECTION AFTER REMOVAL

If rear parallel link has deformation, cracks, or damage, replace rear parallel link assembly. If its busing
has damage, also replace rear parallel link assembly.
INSTALLATION

Refer to RSU-5, "Components" for tightening torque and reverse the removal procedure for installation.

Suspension member-side mounting bolt is also used as toe-in adjusting bolt. Tighten bolt with vehicle
unladen and tires on the ground. After tightened, be sure to carry out toe-in adjustment. Refer to RSU-6,
"TOE-IN" .
CAUTION:
Be sure to adjust equally on RH and LH side with adjusting bolt.