FRONT LOWER LINK
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Removal and InstallationNES000JE
REMOVAL
1. Remove tire with a power tool.
2. Set a jack under rear lower link to relieve the coil spring tension.
3. Remove mounting nut and bolt between front lower link and rear suspension member with a power tool.
4. Remove mounting nut and bolt between front lower link and axle with a power tool.
5. Remove front lower link from vehicle.
INSPECTION AFTER REMOVAL
Check front lower link and bushing for any deformation, cracks, or damage. Replace if there are.
INSTALLATION
Installation is the reverse order of removal. For tightening torque. Refer to RSU-7, "Components" .
CAUTION:
Do not reuse non-reusable parts.
Perform the final tightening of rear suspension member and axle installation position (rubber bushing)
under unladen condition with tires on level ground. Check wheel alignment. Refer to RSU-5, "
Wheel Align-
ment Inspection" .
Adjust neutral position of steering angle sensor after checking the wheel alignment. Refer to Refer to
BRC-6, "
Adjustment of Steering Angle Sensor Neutral Position" .
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REAR LOWER LINK & COIL SPRING
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REAR LOWER LINK & COIL SPRINGPFP:551B0
Removal and InstallationNES000JF
REMOVAL
1. Remove tire with a power tool.
2. Set a jack under rear lower link to relieve the coil spring tension.
3. Loosen mounting bolt and nut of rear lower link inside of suspension member, and then remove mounting
bolt and nut inside of axle with a power tool.
4. Slowly lower jack, then remove upper seat, coil spring and rubber sheet from rear lower link.
5. Remove mounting bolt and nut inside of suspension member to remove rear lower link with a power tool.
INSPECTION AFTER REMOVAL
Check rear lower link, bushing and coil spring for deformation, cracks, and damage. Replace rear lower link
and coil spring if there are.
INSTALLATION
Installation is the reverse order of removal. For tightening torque. Refer to RSU-7, "Components" .
CAUTION:
Do not reuse non-reusable parts.
Make sure that upper seat is attached as shown in the figure.
CAUTION:
Make sure that the projecting parts (3) on upper seat inside
is securely fitted on the bracket tabs(3).
Match up rubber seat indentions and rear lower link grooves and
attach.
CAUTION:
Make sure spring is not up side down. The top and bottom
are indicated by paint color.
Perform the final tightening of rear suspension member and axle
installation position (rubber bushing) under unladen condition
with tires on level ground. Check wheel alignment. Refer to
RSU-5, "
Wheel Alignment Inspection" .
Adjust neutral position of steering angle sensor after checking
the wheel alignment. Refer to BRC-6, "
Adjustment of Steering
Angle Sensor Neutral Position" .
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PRECAUTIONS
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PRECAUTIONSPFP:00001
Precautions for Supplemental Restraint System (SRS) “AIR BAG” and “SEAT
BELT PRE-TENSIONER”
NHS0007V
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.
Precaution for Seat Belt ServiceNHS0007W
CAUTION:
Before removing the front seat belt pre-tensioner assembly, turn the ignition switch off, discon-
nect the both battery cables and wait at least 3 minutes.
Do not use electrical test equipment for front seat belt pre-tensioner connector.
After replacing or reinstalling front seat belt pre-tensioner assembly, or reconnecting front seat
belt pre-tensioner connector, check the system function. Refer to SRS-20, "
SRS Operation Check"
.
Do not use disassemble buckle or seat belt assembly.
Replace anchor bolts if they are deformed or worn out.
Never oil tongue and buckle.
If any component of seat belt assembly is questionable, do not repair. Replace the whole seat belt
assembly.
If webbing is cut, frayed, or damaged, replace seat belt assembly.
When replacing seat belt assembly, use a genuine NISSAN seat belt assembly.
AFTER A COLLISION
WARNING:
Inspect all seat belt assemblies including retractors and attaching hardware after any collision.
NISSAN recommends that all seat belt assemblies in use during a collision be replaced unless the col-
lision was minor and the belts show no damage and continue to operate properly. Failure to do so
could result in serious personal injury in an accident. Seat belt assemblies not in use during a colli-
sion should also be replaced if either damage or improper operation is noted. Seat belt pre-tensioner
should be replaced even if the seat belts are not in use during a frontal collision in which the air bags
are deployed.
Replace any seat belt assembly (including anchor bolts) if:
The seat belt was in use at the time of a collision (except for minor collisions and the belts, retractors and
buckles show no damage and continue to operate properly).
The seat belt was damaged in an accident. (i.e. torn webbing, bent retractor or guide).
The seat belt attaching point was damaged in an accident. Inspect the seat belt attaching area for damage
or distortion and repair as necessary before installing a new seat belt assembly.
Anchor bolts are deformed or worn out.
The front seat belt pre-tensioner should be replaced even if the seat belts are not in use during the colli-
sion in which the air bags are deployed.
SEAT BELTS
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System DescriptionNHS0008I
SEAT BELT WARNING CHIME
With ignition switch turned ON and seat belt unfastened (seat belt switch ON), warning chime will sound
for approximately 6 seconds.
If warning chime does not sound, refer to DI-73, "Seat Belt Buckle Switch Signal Inspection" .
SEAT BELT WARNING LAMP
Fasten driver's seat belt.
The seat belt warning lamp should go out.
If the seat belt warning lamp does not go out, refer to DI-42, "Wiring Diagram — WARN —" .
Removal and Installation of Front Seat Belt NHS0008J
CAUTION:
Before servicing SRS, turn the ignition switch off, disconnect both battery cables and wait at least 3
minutes.
REMOVAL OF SEAT BELT RETRACTOR
1. Remove the outer anchor.
Remove the belt tension sensor cover and cover protector (passenger side only).
Disconnect the belt tension sensor connector (passenger side only).
Remove the fixing bolt of the outer anchor.
1. Outer anchor 2. Shoulder anchor 3. Pre-tensioner seat belt retractor
4. Belt tension sensor cover (passen-
ger side only)5. Cover protector (passenger side
only)6. Belt tension sensor connector (pas-
senger side only)
7. Anchor bolt 8. Anchor nut 9. Seat belt pre-tensioner connector
10. Pre-crash seat belt connector 11. Bolt 12. Seat belt adjuster
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SEAT BELTS
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2. Remove the shoulder anchor.
Remove the center pillar lower and upper garnishes, refer to EI-37, "BODY SIDE TRIM" .
Remove the fixing anchor nut of the shoulder anchor.
3. Remove the seat bert assembly.
Disconnect the seat belt pre-tensioner connector.
CAUTION:
For installing/removing seat belt pre-tensioner connec-
tor, insert thin screwdriver wrapped in tape into notch,
lift lock and remove connector.
Install connector with lock raised, and push lock into
connector.
Disconnect the pre-crush seat belt connector (for only the vehicle with pre-clash seat belt).
Remove the fixing screw and anchor bolt of the pre-tensioner seat belt retractor.
INSTALLATION OF SEAT BELT RETRACTOR
Install in the reverse order of removal.
Tighten by specified torque.
REMOVAL OF SEAT BELT BUCKLE
Remove the seat belt buckle.
Remove the front seat from vehicle, refer to SE-168, "Removal
and Installation" (For ease of tool operation in narrow space).
Disconnect the seat belt buckle harness connector.
Remove the fixing anchor bolt of the seat belt buckle.
INSTALLATION OF SEAT BELT BUCKLE
Install in the reverse order of removal.
Tighten by specified torque.
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Tightening torque : 49.0 N·m (5.0 kg-m, 36 ft-lb)
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Tightening torque : 49.0 N·m (5.0 kg-m, 36 ft-lb)
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SEAT BELTS
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INSTALLATION OF SEAT BELT BUCKLE
Install in the reverse order of removal.
Tighten by specified torque.
Seat Belt InspectionNHS0008L
AFTER A COLLISION
WARNING:
Inspect all seat belt assemblies including retractors and attaching hardware after any collision.
NISSAN / INFINITI recommends that all seat belt assemblies in use during a collision be replaced
unless the collision was minor and the belts show no damage and continue to operate properly. Fail-
ure to do so could result in serious personal injury in an accident. Seat belt assemblies not in use dur-
ing a collision should also be replaced if either damage or improper operation is noted. Seat belt pre-
tensioned should be replaced even if the seat belts are not in use during a frontal collision in which
the air bags are deployed.
Replace any seat belt assembly (including anchor bolts) if:
The seat belt was in use at the time of a collision (except for minor collisions and the belts, retractors and
buckles show no damage and continue to operate properly).
The seat belt was damaged in an accident. (i.e. torn webbing, bent retractor or guide, etc.)
The seat belt attaching point was damaged in an accident. Inspect the seat belt attaching area for damage
or distortion and repair as necessary before installing a new seat belt assembly.
Anchor bolts are deformed or worn out.
The seat belt pre-tensioner should be replaced even if the seat belts are not in use during the collision in
which the air bags are deployed.
PRELIMINARY CHECKS
1. Check the seat belt warning lamp/chime for proper operation as follows:
a. Switch ignition ON. The seat belt warning lamp should illuminate. Also, the seat belt warning chime should
sound for about six seconds.
b. Fasten driver's seat belt. The seat belt warning lamp should go out and the chime (if sounding) should
stop.
2. If the air bag warning lamp is blinking, conduct self-diagnosis using CONSULT-II, and air bag warning
lamp. Refer to SRS-20, "
SRS Operation Check" .
3. Check that the seat belt retractor, seat belt anchor and buckle bolts are securely attached.
4. Check the shoulder seat belt guide and shoulder belt height adjuster for front seats. Ensure guide swivels
freely and that webbing lays flat and does not bind in guide. Ensure height adjuster operates properly and
holds securely.
5. Check retractor operation:
a. Fully extend the seat belt webbing and check for twists, tears or other damage.
b. Allow the seat belt to retract. Ensure that webbing returns smoothly and completely into the retractor. If
the seat belt does not return smoothly, wipe the inside of the loops with a clean paper cloth. Because dirt
built up in the loops of the upper anchors can cause the seat belts to retract slowly.
c. Fasten the seat belt. Check the seat belt returns smoothly and completely to the retractor. If the webbing
does not return smoothly, the cause may be an accumulation of dust or dirt. Use the “SEAT BELT TAPE
SET” and perform the following steps.
Inspect the front seat belt though-anchor
1. Pull the seat belt out to a length of 500 mm (19.69 in) or more.
2. Use a clip or other device to the fix the seat belt at the center pillar webbing opening.
3. Pass a thin wire though the though-anchor webbing opening. Hold both ends of the wire and pull it
tantly while moving it up and down several times along the webbing opening surface to move matter
stuck there.
4. Any dirt that can not be removed with the wire can be removed by cleaning the opening with a clean
cloth.
5. Apply tape at the point where the webbing contacts the though-anchor webbing opening. Tightening torque : 49.0 N·m (5.0 kg-m, 36 ft-lb)
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PRECAUTIONS
Revision: 2007 April2007 M35/M45
PRECAUTIONS PFP:00011
Precautions for Supplemental Restraint System (SRS) “AIR BAG” and “SEAT
BELT PRE-TENSIONER”
NKS003NB
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 Power Generation Voltage Variable Control SystemNKS003NC
CAUTION:
For this model, the battery current sensor that is installed to the battery cable at the negative terminal
measures the charging/discharging current of the battery, and performs various controls. If the electri-
cal component or the ground wire is connected directly to the battery terminal, the current other than
that being measured with the battery current sensor is charging to or discharging from the battery.
This condition causes the malfunction of the control, and then the battery discharge may occur. Do
not connect the electrical component or the ground wire directly to the battery terminal.
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CHARGING SYSTEM
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PRELIMINARY INSPECTION
1. CHECK BATTERY TERMINALS CONNECTION
Check if battery terminals is clean and tight.
OK or NG
OK >> GO TO 2.
NG >> Repair battery terminals connection.
2. CHECK FUSE AND FUSIBLE LINK
Check for blown fuse and fusible link.
OK or NG
OK >> GO TO 3.
NG >> If fuse is blown, be sure to eliminate cause of malfunction before installing new fuse.
3. CHECK “E” TERMINAL CONNECTION
Check if “E” terminal (alternator ground harness) is clean and tight.
OK or NG
OK >> GO TO 4.
NG >> Repair “E” terminal connection.
4. CHECK ALTERNATOR DRIVE BELT TENSION
Check alternator drive belt tension. Refer to the following.
VQ35DE: EM-17, "Removal and Installation"
VK45DE: EM-174, "Removal and Installation"
OK or NG
OK >> INSPECTION END
NG >> Repair as needed.
DIAGNOSTIC PROCEDURE 1
Check “L” Terminal Circuit (Open)
1. CHECK “L” TERMINAL CONNECTION
1. Turn ignition switch OFF.
2. Check if “L” terminal is clean and tight.
OK or NG
OK >> GO TO 2.
NG >> Repair “L” terminal connection. Confirm repair by performing complete Starting/Charging system
test. Refer to Technical Service Bulletin.
*1SC-26, "Check “L” Terminal Circuit
(Open)"
*2SC-27, "Check “L” Terminal Circuit
(Short)"
*3SC-27, "Check “S” Terminal Circuit"
*4SC-28, "Check “B” Terminal Circuit"*5SC-32, "Alternator Pulley Inspec-
tion" (VQ35DE)
SC-34, "
Alternator Pulley Inspec-
tion" (VK45DE)
Unit Power source (Power supply terminals) Fuse and fusible link No.
Alternator Battery (“S” terminal) 36
Combination meter Ignition switch ON (“L” terminal) 14