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PR-10
REAR PROPELLER SHAFT
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Disassembly and AssemblyEDS001WA
DISASSEMBLY
Journal
1. Put matching marks on the rear propeller shaft and flange yoke
as shown.
CAUTION:
For matching marks use paint. Never damage the rear pro-
peller shaft or flange yoke.
2. Remove the snap ring.
3. Push out and remove the journal bearing by lightly tapping the yoke with a hammer, taking care not to damage the journal or
yoke hole.
4. Remove the bearing at the opposite side of above operation. NOTE:
Put marks on the disassembled parts so that they can be rein-
stalled in their original positions from which they were removed.
SPD128
APD011
SPD732
SPD131
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REAR PROPELLER SHAFTPR-11
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ASSEMBLY
Journal
1. Assemble the journal bearings. Apply multipurpose grease on
the bearing inner surface.
NOTE:
During assembly, use caution so that the needle bearings do not
fall down.
2. Select snap rings that will provide the specified play in an axial direction of the journal, and install them. Refer to PR-13, "
Snap
Ring" .
NOTE:
Select snap rings with a difference in thickness at both sides
within 0.02 mm (0.0008 in).
3. Adjust the thrust clearance between the bearing and snap ring to zero by tapping the yoke.
4. Make sure that the journal moves smoothly and is below the joint flex effort specification.
WPD019
APD012
SPD732
Joint flex effort : 2.26 N·m (0.23 kg-m, 20 in-lb) or less
LDIA0119E
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PR-12
SERVICE DATA AND SPECIFICATIONS (SDS)
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SERVICE DATA AND SPECIFICATIONS (SDS)PFP:00030
General SpecificationsEDS001WB
4X2 Model
4X4 Model
Applied modelVK56DE
Propeller shaft model 2S1350
Number of joints 2
Coupling method with rear final drive Flange type
Coupling method with transmission Sleeve type
Shaft length (Spider to spider) 1640 mm (64.57 in)
Shaft outer diameter 127.6 mm (5.02 in)
Journal axial play 0.02 mm (0.0008 in) or less
Propeller shaft run out limit 1.02 mm (0.0402 in) or less
Propeller shaft joint flex effort 2.26 N·m (0.23 kg-m, 20 in-lb) or less
Applied model VK56DE
Propeller shaft model Front
Rear
2F1310 2S1350
Number of joints 2
Coupling method with front final drive Flange type
Coupling method with transfer Flange typeSleeve type
Shaft length (Spider to spider) 718 mm (28.27 in)1640 mm (64.57 in)
Shaft outer diameter 63 5 mm (2.5 in)127.6 mm (5.02 in)
Journal axial play 0.02 mm (0.0008 in) or less
Propeller shaft run out limit 0.6 mm (0.024 in) or less 1.02 mm (0.0402 in) or less
Propeller shaft joint flex effort 1.96 N·m (0.20 kg-m, 17 in-lb)
or less 2.26 N·m (0.23 kg-m, 20 in-lb)
or less
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SERVICE DATA AND SPECIFICATIONS (SDS)PR-13
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Snap RingEDS001WC
Model 2F1310
Unit: mm (in)
*Always check with the Parts Department for the latest parts information.
Model 2S1350
Unit: mm (in)
*Always check with the Parts Department for the latest parts information. Thickness
ColorPart Number*
1.99 (0.0783) White37146-C9400
2.02 (0.0795) Yellow37147-C9400
2.05 (0.0807) Red37148-C9400
2.08 (0.0819) Green37149-C9400
2.11 (0.0831) Blue37150-C9400
2.14 (0.0843) Light brown 37151-C9400
2.17 (0.0854) Black37152-C9400
2.20 (0.0866) No paint37153-C9400
Thickness ColorPart Number*
1.600 - 1.638 (0.0630 - 0.0645) Black37146-7S000
1.549 - 1.588 (0.0610 - 0.0625) Black37147-7S000
1.524 - 1.562 (0.0600 - 0.0615) Black37148-7S000
1.499 - 1.537 (0.0590 - 0.0605) Black37149-7S000
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PR-14
SERVICE DATA AND SPECIFICATIONS (SDS)
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PS-1
POWER STEERING SYSTEM
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CONTENTS
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PRECAUTIONS .....................................................
..... 2
Precautions for Supplemental Restraint System
(SRS) “AIR BAG” and “SEAT BELT PRE-TEN-
SIONER” ............................................................. ..... 2
Precautions for Steering System ......................... ..... 2
PREPARATION ...................................................... ..... 3
Special Service Tools (SST) ................................ ..... 3
Commercial Service Tools ................................... ..... 4
NOISE, VIBRATION, AND HARSHNESS (NVH)
TROUBLESHOOTING ........................................... ..... 5
NVH Troubleshooting Chart ................................ ..... 5
POWER STEERING FLUID ................................... ..... 6
Checking Fluid Level ........................................... ..... 6
Checking Fluid Leakage ...................................... ..... 6
Air Bleeding Hydraulic System ............................ ..... 6
STEERING WHEEL .................................................... 7 On-Vehicle Inspection and Service ..................... ..... 7
CHECKING CONDITION OF INSTALLATION . ..... 7
CHECKING STEERING WHEEL PLAY ........... ..... 7
CHECKING NEUTRAL POSITION ON STEER-
ING WHEEL ..................................................... ..... 7
CHECKING STEERING WHEEL TURNING
FORCE ............................................................. ..... 7
CHECKING FRONT WHEEL TURNING ANGLE ..... 8
Removal and Installation ..................................... ..... 8
REMOVAL ........................................................ ..... 8
INSTALLATION ................................................ ..... 8
TILT SYSTEM ............................................................. 9 Removal and Installation ..................................... ..... 9
TILT MOTOR AND TILT SENSOR ................... ..... 9
STEERING COLUMN ............................................ ... 10
Removal and Installation ..................................... ... 10
REMOVAL ........................................................ ... 10
INSPECTION AFTER REMOVAL .................... .... 11
INSTALLATION ................................................ .... 11INSPECTION AFTER INSTALLATION .............
... 12
Disassembly and Assembly ................................. ... 13
DISASSEMBLY ................................................ ... 13
ASSEMBLY ...................................................... ... 14
INSPECTION AFTER ASSEMBLY ................... ... 14
POWER STEERING GEAR AND LINKAGE ......... ... 15
Removal and Installation ..................................... ... 15
REMOVAL ........................................................ ... 15
INSTALLATION ................................................ ... 16
INSPECTION AFTER INSTALLATION ............. ... 17
Disassembly and Assembly ................................. ... 17
DISASSEMBLY ................................................ ... 17
INSPECTION AFTER DISASSEMBLY ............. ... 18
ASSEMBLY ...................................................... ... 19
POWER STEERING OIL PUMP ............................ ... 21
On-Vehicle Inspection and Service ...................... ... 21
CHECKING RELIEF OIL PRESSURE ............. ... 21
Removal and Installation ..................................... ... 21
REMOVAL ........................................................ ... 21
INSTALLATION ................................................ ... 21
Disassembly and Assembly ................................. ... 22
INSPECTION BEFORE DISASSEMBLY .......... ... 22
DISASSEMBLY ................................................ ... 22
INSPECTION AFTER DISASSEMBLY ............. ... 22
ASSEMBLY ...................................................... ... 22
HYDRAULIC LINE ................................................. ... 23
Removal and Installation ..................................... ... 23
SERVICE DATA AND SPECIFICATIONS (SDS) ... ... 25
Steering Wheel .................................................... ... 25
Steering Column .................................................. ... 25
Steering Outer Socket and Inner Socket ............. ... 26
Steering Gear ...................................................... ... 27
Oil Pump ................................................................. 27
Steering Fluid .......................................................... 27
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PS-2
PRECAUTIONS
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PRECAUTIONSPFP:00001
Precautions for Supplemental Restraint System (SRS) “AIR BAG” and “SEAT
BELT PRE-TENSIONER”
EGS000U4
The Supplemental Restraint System such as “AIR BAG” and “SEAT BELT PRE-TENSIONER ”, used along
with a front seat belt, helps to reduce the risk or severity of injury to the driver and front passenger for certain
types of collision. This system includes seat belt switch inputs and dual stage front air bag modules. The SRS
system uses the seat belt switches to determine the front air bag deployment, and may only deploy one front
air bag, depending on the severity of a collision and whether the front occupants are belted or unbelted.
Information necessary to service the system safely is included in the SRS and SB section of this Service Man-
ual.
WARNING:
To avoid rendering the SRS inoperative, which could increase the risk of personal injury or death
in the event of a collision which would result in air bag inflation, all maintenance must be per-
formed by an authorized NISSAN/INFINITI dealer.
Improper maintenance, including incorrect removal and installation of the SRS, can lead to per-
sonal injury caused by unintentional activation of the system. For removal of Spiral Cable and Air
Bag Module, see the SRS section.
Do not use electrical test equipment on any circuit related to the SRS unless instructed to in this
Service Manual. SRS wiring harnesses can be identified by yellow and/or orange harnesses or
harness connectors.
Precautions for Steering SystemEGS000U5
Before disassembly, thoroughly clean the outside of the unit.
Disassembly should be done in a clean work area. It is important to prevent the internal parts from becom-
ing contaminated by dirt or other foreign matter.
For easier and proper assembly, place disassembled parts in order on a parts rack.
Use nylon cloth or paper towels to clean the parts; common shop rags can leave lint that might interfere
with their operation.
Before inspection or reassembly, carefully clean all parts with a general purpose, non-flammable solvent.
Before assembly, apply a coat of recommended Genuine NISSAN PSF or equivalent to hydraulic parts.
Petroleum jelly may be applied to O-rings and seals. Do not use any grease.
Replace all gaskets, seals and O-rings. Avoid damaging O-rings, seals and gaskets during installation.
Perform functional tests whenever designated.
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PREPARATIONPS-3
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Special Service Tools (SST)EGS00121
The actual shapes of Kent-Moore tools may differ from those of special service tools illustrated here.
Tool number
(Kent-Moore No.)
Tool nameDescription
ST3127 S000
(See J-25765-A)
Preload gauge
1. GG9103000
(J-25765-A)
Torque wrench
2. HT62940000
( — )
Socket adapter
3. HT62900000
( — )
Socket adapter Inspecting of pinion rotating torque and rota-
tional torque for ball joint
HT72520000
(J-25730-A)
Ball joint remover Removing steering outer socket
1. KV48105300-4 and 5295262U10
( — )
Connector A and O-ring
2. KV48105300-3 and 5295262U00
( — )
Eye-bolt and O-ring
3. KV48103500
(J-26357 and J-26357-10)
Pressure gauge and shut-off valve
4. KV48105300-1 and 5295262U00
( — )
Connector B and O-ring
5. KV48105300-2
( — )
Nut Measuring oil pump relief pressure
KV481J0010
(J-1859-A)
Steering wheel puller Removing steering wheel
KV481J0020
(J-42578)
Steering wheel puller legs Removing steering wheel
S-NT541
NT146
SGIA0427E
LHIA0043E
LHIA0044E