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SERVICE DATA AND SPECIFICATIONS (SDS)PFP:00030
General SpecificationsNDS000EW
Inspection and AdjustmentNDS000EX
DRIVE GEAR RUNOUT
Unit: mm (in)
DIFFERENTIAL SIDE GEAR CLEARANCE
Unit: mm (in)
PRELOAD TORQUE
Unit: N·m (kg-m, in-lb)
BACKLASH
Unit: mm (in)
COMPANION FLANGE RUNOUT
Unit: mm (in)
SELECTIVE PARTS
Side Gear Thrust Washer
Unit: mm (in)
*: Always check with the Parts Department for the latest parts information.Applied modelVQ35DE
Final drive modelF160A
Gear ratio3.692
Number of teeth (Drive gear/Drive pinion) 48/13
Oil capacity (Approx.)
(US pt, lmp pt)0.65 (1-3/8, 1-1/8)
Number of pinion gears2
Drive pinion adjustment spacer type Solid
Item Runout limit
Drive gear back face 0.05 (0.0020)
Item Specification
Side gear backlash (Clearance between side gear and differential
case)0.2 (0.008) or less
(Each gear should rotate smoothly without excessive resistance
during differential motion.)
Item Specification
Pinion bearing (P
1 ) 0.78 - 1.57 (0.08 - 0.16, 7 - 13)
Side bearing (P
2 ) 0.78 - 1.08 (0.08 - 0.11, 7 - 9)
Side bearing to pinion bearing (Total preload)
(Total preload = P
1 + P2 )1.56 - 2.65 (0.16 - 0.27, 14 - 23)
Item Specification
Drive gear to drive pinion gear 0.10 - 0.15 (0.0039 - 0.0059)
Item Runout limit
Companion flange face 0.18 (0.0070)
Inner side of the companion flange 0.13 (0.0051)
Thickness Part number* Thickness Part number*
0.68 (0.0268)
0.71 (0.0280)
0.74 (0.0291)
0.77 (0.0303)
0.80 (0.0315)
0.83 (0.0327)38424 W1010
38424 W1011
38424 W1012
38424 W1013
38424 W1014
38424 W10150.86 (0.0339)
0.89 (0.0350)
0.92 (0.0362)
0.95 (0.0374)
0.98 (0.0386)
1.01 (0.0398)38424 W1016
38424 W1017
38424 W1018
38424 W1019
38424 W1020
38424 W1021
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Pinion Height Adjusting Washer
Unit: mm (in)
*: Always check with the Parts Department for the latest parts information.
Drive Pinion Bearing Adjusting Washer
Unit: mm (in)
*: Always check with the Parts Department for the latest parts information.
Drive Pinion Adjusting Washer
Unit: mm (in)
*: Always check with the Parts Department for the latest parts information.
Side Bearing Adjusting Shim
Unit: mm (in)
*: Always check with the Parts Department for the latest parts information.
Side Bearing Adjusting Washer
Unit: mm (in)
*: Always check with the Parts Department for the latest parts information.Thickness Part number* Thickness Part number*
3.09 (0.1217)
3.12 (0.1228)
3.15 (0.1240)
3.18 (0.1252)
3.21 (0.1264)
3.24 (0.1276)
3.27 (0.1287)
3.30 (0.1299)
3.33 (0.1323)
3.36 (0.1323)38154 U1500
38154 U1501
38154 U1502
38154 U1503
38154 U1504
38154 U1505
38154 U1506
38154 U1507
38154 U1508
38154 U15093.39 (0.1335)
3.42 (0.1346)
3.45 (0.1358)
3.48 (0.1370)
3.51 (0.1382)
3.54 (0.1394)
3.57 (0.1406)
3.60 (0.1429)
3.63 (0.1429)
3.66 (0.1441)38154 U1510
38154 U1511
38154U1512
38154 U1513
38154 U1514
38154 U1515
38154 U1516
38154 U1517
38154 U1518
38154 U1519
Thickness Part number* Thickness Part number*
3.81 (0.1500)
3.83 (0.1508)
3.85 (0.1516)
3.87 (0.1524)
3.89 (0.1531)
3.91 (0.1539)
3.93 (0.1547)
3.95 (0.1555)38125 61001
38126 61001
38127 61001
38128 61001
39129 61001
38130 61001
38131 61001
38132 610013.97 (0.1563)
3.99 (0.1571)
4.01 (0.1579)
4.03 (0.1587)
4.05 (0.1594)
4.07 (0.1602)
4.09 (0.1610)38133 61001
38134 61001
38135 61001
38136 61001
38137 61001
38138 61001
38139 61001
Thickness Part number* Thickness Part number*
5.19 (0.2043)
5.49 (0.2161)
5.79 (0.2280)38151 AR000
38151 AR001
38151 AR0026.09 (0.2398)
6.39 (0.2516)38151 AR003
38151 AR004
Thickness Part number* Thickness Part number*
0.20 (0.0079)
0.25 (0.0098)
0.30 (0.0118)38453 AR000
38453 AR001
38453 AR0020.40 (0.0157)
0.50 (0.0197)38453 AR003
38453 AR004
Thickness Part number* Thickness Part number*
0.10 (0.0040)
0.12 (0.0047)
0.15 (0.0059)
0.17 (0.0067)
0.20 (0.0079)38453 AR010
38453 AR011
38453 AR012
38453 AR013
38453 AR0140.25 (0.0098)
0.30 (0.0118)
0.40 (0.0157)
0.50 (0.0197)38453 AR015
38453 AR016
38453 AR017
38453 AR018
FUEL SYSTEM
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FUEL SYSTEMPFP:17503
Checking Fuel LinesNBS005R8
Inspect fuel lines, fuel filler cap and fuel tank for improper attach-
ment, leaks, cracks, damage, loose connections, chafing or deterio-
ration.
If necessary, repair or replace damaged parts.
General PrecautionsNBS005R9
WARNING:
When replacing fuel line parts, be sure to observe the following.
Put a “CAUTION: FLAMMABLE” sign in the workshop.
Be sure to work in a well ventilated area and furnish workshop with a CO2 fire extinguisher.
Do not smoke while servicing fuel system. Keep open flames and sparks away from the work area.
CAUTION:
Use gasoline required by the regulations for octane number. Refer to GI-6, "Precautions for Fuel
(Unleaded Premium Gasoline Required) (VK45DE Engine Models)" .
Before removing fuel line parts, perform out the following procedures:
–Put drained fuel in an explosion-proof container and put the lid on securely. Keep the container in
safe area.
–Release fuel pressure from the fuel lines. Refer to EC-88, "FUEL PRESSURE RELEASE" (VQ35DE)
or EC-790, "
FUEL PRESSURE RELEASE" (VK45DE).
–Disconnect the battery cable from the negative terminal.
Always replace O-ring and clamps with new ones.
Do not kink or twist tubes when they are being installed.
Do not tighten hose clamps excessively to avoid damaging hoses.
After connecting fuel tube quick connectors, make sure
quick connectors are secure.
Ensure that connector and resin tube do not contact any
adjacent parts.
After installing tubes, make sure there is no fuel leakage at
connections in the following steps.
–Apply fuel pressure to fuel lines with turning ignition switch
“ON” (with engine stopped). Then check for fuel leaks at
connections.
–Start engine and rev it up and check for fuel leaks at con-
nections.
Use only a genuine NISSAN fuel filler cap as a replacement.
If an incorrect fuel filler cap is used, the “MIL” may come
on.
For servicing “Evaporative Emission System” parts, refer to
EC-39, "
EVAPORATIVE EMISSION SYSTEM" (VQ35DE) or
EC-741, "
EVAPORATIVE EMISSION SYSTEM" (VK45DE).
For servicing“On Board Refueling Vapor Recovery (ORVR)”
parts, refer to EC-46, "
ON BOARD REFUELING VAPOR
RECOVERY (ORVR)" (VQ35DE) or EC-748, "ON BOARD
REFUELING VAPOR RECOVERY (ORVR)" (VK45DE).
SMA803A
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PRECAUTIONS
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[2WD]PRECAUTIONSPFP:00001
CautionNES000I6
When installing rubber bushings, the final tightening must be carried out under unladen conditions with
tires on ground. Oil might shorten the life of rubber bushings. Be sure to wipe off any spilled oil.
–Unladen conditions mean that fuel, engine coolant and lubricant are full. Spare tire, jack, hand tools and
mats are in designated positions.
After servicing suspension parts, be sure to check wheel alignment.
Self-lock nuts are not reusable. Always use new ones when installing. Since new self-lock nuts are pre-
oiled, tighten as they are.
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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
NOISE, VIBRATION AND HARSHNESS (NVH) TROUBLESHOOTING
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NVH Troubleshooting ChartNES000I9
Use chart below to help you find the cause of the symptom. If necessary, repair or replace these parts.
×: ApplicableReference page
FSU-8FSU-12
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FSU-8FSU-6FSU-18
NVH in PR section
NVH in FAX and FSU section
NVH in WT section
NVH in BR section
NVH in PS section
Possible cause and SUSPECTED PARTS
Improper installation, looseness
Strut deformation, damage or deflection
Bushing or mounting deterioration
Parts interference
Spring fatigue
Suspension looseness
Incorrect wheel alignment
Stabilizer bar fatigue
PROPELLER SHAFT
FRONT AXLE AND FRONT SUSPENSION
ROAD WHEEL
BRAKES
STEERING
Symptom FRONT SUSPENSIONNoise×××××× ×××××
Shake×××× × ×××××
Vibration××××× ×× ×
Shimmy×××× × ××××
Judder××× ××××
Poor quality ride or han-
dling××××× ×× ××
FRONT SUSPENSION ASSEMBLY
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THE ALIGNMENT PROCESS
IMPORTANT:
Use only the alignment specifications listed in this Service Manual.
When displaying the alignment settings, many alignment machines use “indicators”: (Green/red, plus or
minus, Go/No Go). Do NOT use these indicators.
–The alignment specifications programmed into your machine that operate these indicators may not be cor-
rect.
–This may result in an ERROR.
Some newer alignment machines are equipped with an optional “Rolling Compensation” method to “com-
pensate” the sensors (alignment targets or head units). DO NOT use this “Rolling Compensation”
method.
–Use the “Jacking Compensation Method”. After installing the alignment targets or head units, raise the
vehicle and rotate the wheels 1/2 turn both ways.
–See Instructions in the alignment machine you're using for more information on this.
INSPECTION OF CAMBER, CASTER AND KINGPIN INCLINATION ANGLES
Camber, caster, kingpin inclination angles cannot be adjusted.
Before inspection, mount front wheels onto turning radius gauge. Mount rear wheels onto a stand that has
same height so vehicle will remain horizontal.
Using a CCK Gauge
Install the CCK gauge attachment [SST: KV991040S0 ( – )] with the following procedure on wheel, then
measure wheel alignment.
1. Remove three wheel nuts, and install the guide bolts to hub bolt.
2. Screw the adapter into the plate until it contacts the plate tightly.
3. Screw the center plate into the plate.
4. Insert the plate assembly on the guide bolt. Put the spring in,
and then evenly screw the three guide bolt nuts. When fastening
the guide nuts, do not completely compress the spring.
5. Place the dent of alignment gauge onto the projection of the
center plate and tightly contact them to measure.
CAUTION:
If camber, caster, or kingpin inclination angle is outside
the standard, check front suspension parts for wear and
damage. Replace suspect parts if a malfunction is
detected.
Kingpin inclination angle is reference value, no inspec-
tion is required.
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Camber, caster, kingpin inclination angles:
Refer to FSU-19, "
SERVICE DATA AND SPECIFICA-
TIONS (SDS)" .
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22. For VQ35DE engine models, gradually lower a jack to remove front suspension assembly from vehicle.
For VK45DE engine models, gradually lower a jack to remove front suspension assembly with engine
assembly from vehicle.
INSTALLATION
Installation is the reverse order of removal. For tightening torque, refer to FSU-8, "Components" .
Perform final tightening of each of parts (rubber bushing), under unladen conditions, which were removed
when removing front suspension assembly. 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" .
Check wheel sensor harness for proper connection. Refer to BRC-54, "WHEEL SENSOR" .