2007 INFINITI M35 wheel bolt torque

FAX-12
FRONT DRIVE SHAFT
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8. Remove cotter pin (1), and then loosen the nut.
9. Remove steering outer socket (2) from steering knuckle (3) so
as not to damage ball joint boot (4) using the ball joint remover
(suitable tool).
CAUTION:
Temporarily tighten the nut to prevent damage to threads
and to prevent the ball joint remover (suitable tool) from
suddenly coming off.
10. Remove drive shaft from wheel hub and bearing assembly.
11. Remove fixing nuts and bolts, and then remove shock absorber
arm. Refer to FSU-26, "
Components" .
12. Remove drive shaft from front final drive. (RH side)

Remove drive shaft from front final drive using the drive shaft
attachment [SST] and a drive shaft puller (suitable tool) while
inserting tip of the drive shaft attachment [SST] between
housing and front final drive as shown in the figure.
CAUTION:
Do not place drive shaft joint at an extreme angle when
removing drive shaft. Also be careful not to overextend side
shaft joint.
13. Remove fixing nuts and bolts, and then remove drive shaft from
vehicle. (LH side)
INSPECTION AFTER REMOVAL

Move joint up/down, left/right, and in the axial directions. Check for motion that is not smooth and for sig-
nificant looseness.

Check boot for cracks, damage, and leakage of grease.

Disassemble drive shaft and exchange malfunctioning part if
there is a non-standard condition.
INSTALLATION
CAUTION:
Always replace transaxle side oil seal with new one when installing drive shaft. Refer to FFD-11, "
SIDE
OIL SEAL" .

Installation is the reverse order of removal. For tightening torque refer to FA X - 11 , "COMPONENT" .

Place the protector [SST: KV38107900 ( – )] onto front final
drive to prevent damage to the oil seal while inserting drive
shaft. Slide drive shaft sliding joint and tap with a hammer to
install securely. (RH side)
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PRECAUTIONS
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PRECAUTIONSPFP:00001
Precautions Necessary for Steering Wheel Rotation After Battery DisconnectNDS000EK
NOTE:

This Procedure is applied only to models with Intelligent Key system and NVIS/IVIS (NISSAN/INFINITI
VEHICLE IMMOBILIZER SYSTEM - NATS).

Remove and install all control units after disconnecting both battery cables with the ignition knob in the
″LOCK″ position.

Always use CONSULT-III to perform self-diagnosis as a part of each function inspection after finishing
work. If DTC is detected, perform trouble diagnosis according to self-diagnostic results.
For models equipped with the Intelligent Key system and NVIS/IVIS, an electrically controlled steering lock
mechanism is adopted on the key cylinder.
For this reason, if the battery is disconnected or if the battery is discharged, the steering wheel will lock and
steering wheel rotation will become impossible.
If steering wheel rotation is required when battery power is interrupted, follow the procedure below before
starting the repair operation.
OPERATION PROCEDURE
1. Connect both battery cables.
NOTE:
Supply power using jumper cables if battery is discharged.
2. Use the Intelligent Key or mechanical key to turn the ignition switch to the ″ACC″ position. At this time, the
steering lock will be released.
3. Disconnect both battery cables. The steering lock will remain released and the steering wheel can be
rotated.
4. Perform the necessary repair operation.
5. When the repair work is completed, return the ignition switch to the ″LOCK″ position before connecting
the battery cables. (At this time, the steering lock mechanism will engage.)
6. Perform a self-diagnosis check of all control units using CONSULT-III.
Service Notice or PrecautionsNDS000EL

Check for the correct installation status prior to removal or disassembly. If matching marks are required,
be certain they do not interfere with the function of the parts when applied.

Overhaul should be done in a clean work area, it is preferable to work in dustproof area.

Before disassembly, using steam or white gasoline, completely remove sand and mud from the exterior of
the unit, preventing them from entering into the unit during disassembly or assembly.

Check appearance of the disassembled parts for damage, deformation, and unusual wear. Replace them
with a new ones if necessary.

Gaskets, seals and O-rings should be replaced any time when the unit is disassembled.

In principle, tighten bolts or nuts gradually in several steps working diagonally from inside to outside. If
tightening sequence is specified, observe it.

Clean and flush the parts sufficiently and blow-dry them.

Be careful not to damage sliding surfaces and mating surfaces.

When applying sealant, remove the old sealant from the mounting surface; then remove any moisture, oil,
and foreign materials from the application and mounting surfaces.

Always use shop paper for cleaning the inside of components.

Avoid using cotton gloves or shop rags to prevent entering of lint.

During assembly, observe the specified tightening torque, and apply new gear oil, petroleum jelly, or multi-
purpose grease as specified for each vehicle, if necessary.

FSU-4
[2WD]
PREPARATION
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PREPARATIONPFP:00002
Special Service Tools [SST]NES000I7
The actual shapes of Kent-Moore tools may differ from those of special service tools illustrated here.
Commercial Service ToolsNES000I8
Tool number
(Kent-Moore No.)
Tool nameDescription
KV991040S0
(—)
CCK gauge attachment
1. Plate
2. Guide bolt
3. Nut
4. Spring
5. Center plate
6. KV99104020 Adapter A
a: 72 mm (2.83 in) dia.
7. KV99104030 Adapter B
b: 65 mm (2.56 in) dia.
8. KV99104040 Adapter C
c: 57 mm (2.24 in) dia.
9. KV99104050 Adapter D
d: 53.4 mm (2.102 in) dia.Measuring wheel alignment
ST35652000
(—)
Strut attachmentDisassembling and assembling shock
absorber
ST3127S000
(See J-25765-A)
Preload Gauge
1. GG91030000
(J-25765-A)
Torque wrench
2. HT62940000
(—)
Socket adapter
3. HT62900000
(—)
Socket adapterMeasuring rotating torque of ball joint
S-NT498
ZZA0807D
NT124
Tool nameDescription
Power tool

Removing wheel nuts

Removing torque member fixing bolts

Removing undercover

Removing front suspension compo-
nents parts

Removing hub lock nut
Spring compressor Removing and installing coil springPBIC0190E
S-NT717

COIL SPRING AND SHOCK ABSORBER
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Removal and InstallationNES000IE
REMOVAL
1. Remove tires from vehicle with a power tool.
2. Remove harness of wheel sensor from shock absorber. Refer to BRC-54, "
WHEEL SENSOR" .
CAUTION:
Do not pull on wheel sensor harness.
3. Remove brake hose bracket. Refer to BR-11, "
BRAKE TUBE AND HOSE" .
4. Remove the mounting nut on the upper side of stabilizer connecting rod with a power tool, and then
remove stabilizer connecting rod from transverse link.
5. Remove mounting nut and bolt on the lower side of shock absorber with a power tool, and then remove
shock absorber from transverse link.
6. Remove cotter pin of transverse link and steering knuckle, and then loosen nut.
7. Remove transverse link from steering knuckle so as not to damage ball joint boot using the ball joint
remover (suitable tool).
CAUTION:
Temporarily tighten the nut to prevent damage to threads and to prevent ball joint remover (suit-
able tool) from suddenly coming off.
8. Remove the mounting nuts of shock absorber mounting bracket, then remove shock absorber from vehi-
cle.
INSTALLATION

Installation is the reverse order of removal. For tightening torque, refer to FSU-8, "Components" .

Perform final tightening of bolt and nut at the shock absorber lower side (rubber bushing), under unladen
conditions with tires on level ground. Check wheel alignment. Refer to FSU-6, "
Wheel Alignment Inspec-
tion" .

Adjust neutral position of steering angle sensor after checking wheel alignment. Refer to BRC-6, "Adjust-
ment of Steering Angle Sensor Neutral Position" .

Check wheel sensor harness for proper connection. Refer to BRC-54, "WHEEL SENSOR" .
Disassembly and AssemblyNES000IF
DISASSEMBLY
CAUTION:
Do not damage shock absorber piston rod when removing components from shock absorber.
1. Install strut attachment [SST] to shock absorber and secure it in
a vise.
CAUTION:
When installing the strut attachment to shock absorber,
wrap a shop cloth around strut to protect it from damage.
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TRANSVERSE LINK
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Rotating Torque Inspection

Attach mounting nut to ball stud. Make sure that rotating torque
is within specifications with a preload gauge [SST].

If it is outside the specified range, replace transverse link
assembly.
Axial End Play Inspection

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

If it is outside the specified range, replace transverse link assembly.
INSTALLATION

Installation is the reverse order of removal. For tightening torque, refer to FSU-8, "Components" .

Perform final tightening of bolts and nuts at the front suspension member installation position and the
shock absorber lower side (rubber bushing) under unladen conditions with tires on level ground. Check
wheel alignment. Refer to FSU-6, "
Wheel Alignment Inspection" .

Adjust neutral position of steering angle sensor after checking wheel alignment. Refer to BRC-6, "Adjust-
ment of Steering Angle Sensor Neutral Position" . Rotating torque
: 0.5 - 3.9 N·m (0.06 - 0.39 kg-m, 5 - 34 in-lb)
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Axial end play : 0 mm (0 in)

FSU-16
[2WD]
UPPER LINK
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Removal and InstallationNES000IH
REMOVAL
1. Remove tires from vehicle with a power tool.
2. Remove shock absorber. Refer to FSU-11, "
COIL SPRING AND SHOCK ABSORBER" .
3. Remove mounting nut and bolt with a power tool, and then remove upper link from steering knuckle.
4. Remove mounting nuts and bolts, and then remove upper link and stopper rubber from vehicle.
INSPECTION AFTER REMOVAL
Visual Inspection
Check the following:

Upper link and bushing for deformation, cracks or damage. Replace it if a malfunction is detected.

Ball joint boot for cracks or other damage, and also for grease leakage. Replace it if a malfunction is
detected.
Ball Joint Inspection
Manually move ball stud to confirm it moves smoothly with no binding.
Swing Torque Inspection
NOTE:
Before measurement, move ball stud at least ten times by hand to check for smooth movement.

Hook a spring balance at cutout on ball stud. Confirm spring bal-
ance measurement value is within specifications when ball stud
begins moving.

If it is outside the specified range, replace upper link assembly.
Rotating Torque Inspection

Attach mounting nut to ball stud. Make sure that rotating torque
is within specifications with a preload gauge [SST].

If it is outside the specified range, replace upper link assembly.
Axial End Play Inspection

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

If it is outside the specified range, replace upper link assembly.
INSTALLATION

Installation is the reverse order of removal. For tightening torque, refer to FSU-8, "Components" .

Perform final tightening of bolts and nuts at the vehicle installation position (rubber bushing) under
unladen conditions with tires on level ground. Check wheel alignment. Refer to FSU-6, "
Wheel Alignment
Inspection" . Swing torque
: 0 - 2.0 N·m (0 - 0.2 kg-m, 0 - 17 in-lb)
Spring balance measurement
: 0 - 61.5 N (0 - 6.2 kg, 0 - 13.6 lb)
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Rotating torque
: 0 - 2.0 N·m (0 - 0.2 kg-m, 0 - 17 in-lb)
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Axial end play : 0 mm (0 in)

FSU-22
[AWD]
PREPARATION
Revision: 2007 April2007 M35/M45
PREPARATIONPFP:00002
Special Service Tools [SST]NES000IN
The actual shapes of Kent-Moore tools may differ from those of special service tools illustrated here.
Commercial Service ToolsNES000IO
Tool number
(Kent-Moore No.)
Tool nameDescription
KV991040S0
(—)
CCK gauge attachment
1. Plate
2. Guide bolt
3. Nut
4. Spring
5. Center plate
6. KV99104020 Adapter A
a: 72 mm (2.83 in) dia.
7. KV99104030 Adapter B
b: 65 mm (2.56 in) dia.
8. KV99104040 Adapter C
c: 57 mm (2.24 in) dia.
9. KV99104050 Adapter D
d: 53.4 mm (2.102 in) dia.Measuring wheel alignment
ST35652000
( —)
Strut attachmentDisassembling and assembling shock
absorber
ST3127S000
(See J-25765-A)
Preload Gauge
1. GG91030000
(J-25765-A)
Torque wrench
2. HT62940000
( —)
Socket adapter
3. HT62900000
(—)
Socket adapter Measuring rotating torque of ball joint
S-NT498
ZZA0807D
NT124
Tool nameDescription
Power tool

Removing wheel nuts

Removing torque member fixing bolts

Removing undercover

Removing front suspension compo-
nents parts

Removing hub lock nut
Spring compressor Removing and installing coil springPBIC0190E
S-NT717

COIL SPRING AND SHOCK ABSORBER
FSU-29
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Removal and InstallationNES000IU
REMOVAL
1. Remove tires from vehicle with a power tool.
2. Remove harness of wheel sensor from shock absorber. Refer to BRC-54, "
WHEEL SENSOR" .
CAUTION:
Do not pull on wheel sensor harness.
3. Remove brake hose bracket. Refer to BR-11, "
BRAKE TUBE AND HOSE" .
4. Remove the mounting nut on the upper side of stabilizer connecting rod with a power tool, and then
remove stabilizer connecting rod from transverse link.
5. Remove mounting nut and bolt on the lower side of shock absorber arm with a power tool, and then
remove shock absorber arm from transverse link.
6. Remove cotter pin of transverse link and steering knuckle, and then loosen nut.
7. Remove transverse link from steering knuckle so as not to damage ball joint boot using the ball joint
remover (suitable tool).
CAUTION:
Temporarily tighten the nut to prevent damage to threads and to prevent ball joint remover (suit-
able tool) from suddenly coming off.
8. Remove the mounting bolt on the upper side of shock absorber arm with a power tool, and then remove
shock absorber arm from shock absorber.
9. Remove the mounting nuts of shock absorber mounting bracket, then remove shock absorber from vehi-
cle.
INSTALLATION

Installation is the reverse order of removal. For tightening torque, refer to FSU-26, "Components" .

Perform final tightening of bolt and nut at the shock absorber arm lower side (rubber bushing) under
unladen conditions with tires on level ground. Check wheel alignment. Refer to FSU-24, "
Wheel Align-
ment Inspection" .

Adjust neutral position of steering angle sensor after checking wheel alignment. Refer to BRC-6, "Adjust-
ment of Steering Angle Sensor Neutral Position" .

Check wheel sensor harness for proper connection. Refer to BRC-54, "WHEEL SENSOR" .
Disassembly and AssemblyNES000IV
DISASSEMBLY
CAUTION:
Do not damage shock absorber piston rod when removing components from shock absorber.
1. Install strut attachment [SST] to shock absorber and secure it in
a vise.
CAUTION:
When installing the strut attachment to shock absorber,
wrap a shop cloth around strut to protect it from damage.
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