SERVICE DATA AND SPECIFICATIONS (SDS) PS-45
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Steering WheelNGS000CE
Steering AngleNGS000CF
Steering ColumnNGS000CG
Steering Outer Socket and Inner SocketNGS000CH
End play of the axle direction for steering wheel 0 mm (0 in)
Steering wheel play on the outer circumference 0 − 35 mm (0 − 1.38 in)
Inner wheel
Degree minute (Decimal degree) Minimum 32
°00 ′ (32.0 °)
Nominal 35 °00 ′ (35.0 °)
Maximum 36 °00 ′ (36.0 °)
Outer wheel
Degree minute (Decimal degree) Nominal 30
°00 ′ (30.0 °)
Steering column length “ L1 ” 572 mm (22.52 in)
SGIA0556E
Steering gear type PR26AM
Tie-rod ball joint outer socket Swinging torque 0.3
− 2.9 N·m (0.03 − 0.29 kg-m, 3 − 25 in-lb)
Measurement on spring balance
Measuring point: cotter pin hole of stud 4.84
− 46.7 N (0.5 − 4.8 kg, 1.0 − 10 lb)
Rotating torque 0.3 − 2.9 N·m (0.03 − 0.29 kg-m, 3 − 25 in-lb)
Axial end play 0.5 mm (0.02 in) or less
Tie-rod ball joint inner socket Swinging torque 1.0
− 7.8 N·m (0.11 − 0.79 kg-m, 9 − 69 in-lb)
Measurement on spring balance
Measuring point: L mark see below,
L=83.2 mm (3.28 in). 12.1
− 93.7 N (1.2 − 9.6 kg, 3.0 − 21 lb)
Axial end play 0.2 mm (0.01 in) or less
SGIA0358E
PREPARATION RAX-3
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Special Service Tools (SST)NDS000CE
The actual shapes of Kent-Moore tools may differ from those of special service tools illustrated here.
Commercial Service ToolsNDS000CF
Tool number
(Kent-Moore No.)
Tool name Description
ST33251000
( — )
Drift
Removing wheel hub
Removing wheel bearing outer side
inner race
Installing wheel hub
Inspection of wheel bearing rotating
torque
ST35300000
( — )
Drift
a: 45 mm (1.77 in) dia.
b: 59 mm (2.32 in) dia.
Installing wheel hub
Inspection of wheel bearing rotating
torque
KV40100900
( — )
Drift
a: 52 mm (2.05 in) dia.
b: — Wheel bearing rotating torque
inspection
KV38100500
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Drift
a: 80 mm (3.15 in) dia.
b: 60 mm (2.36 in) dia. Installing drive shaft plug
KV38102200
( — )
Drift
a: 90 mm (3.54 in) dia.
b: 31 mm (1.22 in) dia. Installing drive shaft plug
ZZA0982D
ZZA0881D
ZZA0539D
ZZA0701D
ZZA0920D
Tool name
Description
Power tool
Removing wheel nuts
Removing brake caliper assembly
Removing wheel hub and bearing
assembly
Removing suspension links
Removing drive shaft fixing bolts
and nutsPBIC0190E
RAX-6
REAR WHEEL HUB AND KNUCKLE
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9. Remove parking brake cable and parking brake shoe from back plate. Refer to PB-6, "PARKING BRAKE
SHOE" and PB-4, "PARKING BRAKE CONTROL" .
10. Remove fixing nuts of anchor block with power tool, then remove anchor block and back plate from axle.
11. Loosen fixing bolts and nuts of front lower link, radius rod, and rear lower link in side of suspension mem- ber.
12. Set jack under rear lower link. Then remove fixing bolt in front lower link side of shock absorber with power tool.
13. Remove bolt and nut in axle side of rear lower link with power tool. Then remove coil spring. Refer to RSU-15, "
REAR LOWER LINK & COIL SPRING" .
14. Remove fixing bolts and nuts in axle side of front lower link, radius rod with power tool.
15. Remove suspension arm and cotter pin at axle, then loosen mounting nut.
16. Use a ball joint remover (suitable tool) to remove suspension arm from axle. Be careful not to damage ball joint boot.
CAUTION:
Tighten temporarily mounting nut to prevent damage to threads and to prevent ball joint remover
(suitable tool) from coming off.
17. Remove axle from vehicle.
INSPECTION AFTER REMOVAL
Check for deformity, cracks and damage on each parts, replace if necessary.
Ball Joint Inspection
Check for boot breakage, axial looseness, and torque of suspension arm ball joint. Refer to RSU-11,
"INSPECTION AFTER REMOVAL" .
INSTALLATION
Refer to RAX-5, "Removal and Installation" for tightening torque. Install in the reverse order of removal.
NOTE:
Refer to component parts location and do not reuse non-reusable parts.
Perform final tightening of installation position of suspension links (rubber bushing) under unladen condi-
tions with tires on level ground, Check wheel alignment. Refer to RSU-5, "
Wheel Alignment Inspection" .
After adjusting wheel alignment, adjust neutral position of steering angle sensor. Refer to BRC-6, "Adjust-
ment of Steering Angle Sensor Neutral Position" .
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ASSEMBLY
Bushing
Using a suitable drift to install each bushing onto axle.
Wheel Bearing
1. Press fit a wheel hub into wheel bearing with a drift (SST).
CAUTION:
Press fit a drift (SST) while holding it against wheel bear-
ing inner side inner race.
Wheel bearing cannot be reused. Do not attempt to reuse
it.
NOTE:
Final press load guideline 49,033 N (5,000 kg, 11,000 lb)
2. Install back plate and wheel hub and bearing assembly.
3. Install anchor block onto axle.
INSPECTION AFTER ASSEMBLY
1. With wheel bearing pressed into axle housing, apply 49,033 N (5,000 kg, 11,000 lb) to wheel hub and rotate both clockwise and counterclockwise 10 times to minimize resistance.
2. Attach spring scale in the position shown in illustration and pull at a rate of 10 ± 2 rpm to measure rotating torque.
SDIA1485E
SDIA1120E
Rotating torque:
Less than 2.7 N·m (0.28 kg-m, 24 in-lb)
Spring scale reading: Less than 26.6 N (2.7 kg, 5.95 lb)
SDIA1486E
REAR DRIVE SHAFT RAX-9
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Removal and InstallationNDS000CK
COMPONENTS
REMOVAL
1. Remove tires from vehicle with power tool.
2. Remove cotter pin. Then remove lock nut from drive shaft.
3. Remove fixing nuts and bolts between side flange and drive shaft with power tool.
4. Using a puller (suitable tool), remove drive shaft from steering knuckle.
CAUTION:
When removing drive shaft, do not apply an excessive
angle to drive shaft joint.Also be careful not to excessively
extend slide joint.
5. Remove drive shaft from axle.
INSPECTION AFTER REMOVAL
Move joint up/down, left/right, and in the axial direction. Check
for any rough movement or significant looseness.
Check boot for cracks or other damage, and also for grease
leakage.
If a trouble is found, disassemble drive shaft, and then replace
with new one.
INSTALLATION
Refer to RAX-9, "Removal and Installation" for tightening torque. Install in the reverse order of removal.
NOTE:
Refer to component parts location and do not reuse non-reusable parts.
1. Side flange 2. Cotter pin
SDIA1487E
SDIA0972J
RAA0030D
SERVICE DATA AND SPECIFICATIONS (SDS) RAX-15
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Wheel BearingNDS000CM
Drive ShaftNDS000CN
Axial end play0.05 mm (0.002 in) or less
Rotational torque At a load of 49,033 N (5,000 kg, 11,000 lb)
Less than 2.7 N·m (0.28 kg-m, 24 in-lb)
Measurement of spring scale Less than 26.6 N (2.7 kg, 5.95 lb)
Measuring point (Brake caliper installation points)
SDIA0801E
Joint Wheel side Final drive side
Engine model VQ35DE VK45DE VQ35DE VK45DE
Grease quantity 86
− 96 g
(3.03 − 3.39 oz) 140
− 160 g
(4.93 − 5.64 oz) 124
− 134 g
(4.37 − 4.73 oz) 175
− 195 g
(6.17 − 6.88 oz)
Boots installed length 97 mm (3.82 in) 141.5 mm (5.57 in) 93.9 mm (3.697 in) 147.9 mm (5.82 in)
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PRECAUTIONS
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PRECAUTIONSPFP:00001
Precautions for Supplemental Restraint System (SRS) “AIR BAG” and “SEAT
BELT PRE-TENSIONER”
NIS001SQ
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 NIS001SR
Disconnect both battery cables in advance.
Do not tamper with or force air bag lid open, as this may adversely affect air bag performance.
Be careful not to scratch pad and other parts.
When removing or disassembling any part, be careful not to damage or deform it. Protect parts, which
may get in the way with cloth.
When removing parts with a screwdriver or other tool, protect parts by wrapping them with vinyl or tape.
Keep removed parts protected with cloth.
If a clip is deformed or damaged, replace it.
If an unreusable part is removed, replace it with a new one.
Tighten bolts and nuts firmly to the specified torque.
After re-assembly has been completed, make sure each part functions correctly.
Remove stains in the following way.
Water-soluble stains:
Dip a soft cloth in warm water, and then squeeze it tightly. After wiping the stain, wipe with a soft dry cloth.
Oil stain:
Dissolve a synthetic detergent in warm water (density of 2 to 3% or less), dip the cloth, then clean off the stain
with the cloth. Next, dip the cloth in fresh water and squeeze it tightly. Then clean off the detergent completely.
Then wipe the area with a soft dry cloth.
Do not use any organic solvent, such as thinner or benzine.
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CONTENTS
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PRECAUTIONS .......................................................... 2
Service Notice or Precautions ............................. ..... 2
PREPARATION ...................................................... ..... 3
Special Service Tools .......................................... ..... 3
Commercial Service Tools ................................... ..... 6
NOISE, VIBRATION AND HARSHNESS (NVH)
TROUBLESHOOTING ........................................... ..... 7
NVH Troubleshooting Chart ................................ ..... 7
DESCRIPTION ....................................................... ..... 8
Cross-Sectional View .......................................... ..... 8
DIFFERENTIAL GEAR OIL ................................... ..... 9
Changing Differential Gear Oil ............................ ..... 9
DRAINING ........................................................ ..... 9
FILLING ............................................................ ..... 9
Checking Differential Gear Oil ............................. ..... 9
OIL LEAKAGE AND OIL LEVEL ...................... ..... 9
FRONT OIL SEAL ................................................. ... 10
Removal and Installation ..................................... ... 10
IDENTIFICATION STAMP OF REPLACEMENT
FREQUENCY OF FRONT OIL SEAL .............. ... 10
REMOVAL ........................................................ ... 10
INSTALLATION ................................................ ... 12
SIDE OIL SEAL ..................................................... ... 14
Removal and Installation ..................................... ... 14
REMOVAL ........................................................ ... 14
INSTALLATION ................................................ ... 14 REAR FINAL DRIVE ASSEMBLY .........................
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Removal and Installation ..................................... ... 16
COMPONENTS ................................................ ... 16
REMOVAL ........................................................ ... 16
INSTALLATION ................................................ ... 17
Disassembly and Assembly ................................. ... 18
COMPONENTS ................................................ ... 18
ASSEMBLY INSPECTION AND ADJUSTMENT ... 19
DISASSEMBLY ................................................ ... 22
INSPECTION AFTER DISASSEMBLY ............. ... 26
ADJUSTMENT AND SELECTION OF ADJUST-
ING WASHERS ................................................ ... 26
ASSEMBLY ...................................................... ... 31
SERVICE DATA AND SPECIFICATIONS (SDS) ... ... 37
General Specifications ......................................... ... 37
Inspection and Adjustment .................................. ... 37
DRIVE GEAR RUNOUT ................................... ... 37
DIFFERENTIAL SIDE GEAR CLEARANCE .... ... 37
PRELOAD TORQUE ........................................ ... 37
BACKLASH ...................................................... ... 37
COMPANION FLANGE RUNOUT .................... ... 37
SELECTIVE PARTS ......................................... ... 37