2008 NISSAN LATIO wheel

FRONT DRIVE SHAFT
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2. Remove dust shield, then remove snap ring using a suitable
tool.
3. Press support bearing assembly off slide joint assembly using a
suitable tool.
4. Remove dust shield.
Damper
• Remove damper bands, then remove damper from shaft.
INSPECTION AFTER DISASSEMBLY
Shaft
Replace shaft if there is bending, cracking, or other damage.
Joint Sub-Assembly
• Make sure there is no rough rotation or unusual axial looseness.
• Make sure there is no foreign material inside joint sub-assembly.
• Check joint sub-assembly for compression scars, cracks or fractures.
CAUTION:
If there are any irregular conditions of joint sub-assembly components, replace the entire joint sub-
assembly.
Slide Joint Housing and Spider Assembly
Make sure there are no compression scars, cracks, fractures or unusual wear of housing or spider roller con-
tact surface.
CAUTION:
If there are any irregular conditions of the slide joint housing and spider assembly components,
replace them as a set.
Support Bearing
Make sure wheel bearing rolls freely and is free from noise, cracks, pitting or wear.
Support Bearing Bracket
Check for bending, cracks, or damage.
Damper
Check damper for cracks or wear. Replace as necessary.
ASSEMBLY
Transaxle Side
YA X 0 0 3
YA X 0 0 4

FRONT DRIVE SHAFT
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2. Pull and tighten the boot band using suitable tool until both
pawls of boot band are secured in the boot band grooves.
CAUTION:
Do not reuse boot band.
10. Install new small boot band securely using Tool.
CAUTION:
• Do not reuse boot band.
• Secure boot band so that dimension “M” meets specifica-
tion as shown.
11. Rotate the slide joint and confirm that the boot position is correct. If boot position is not correct, remove
the boot bands, reposition the boot and install new boot bands.
Wheel Side
1. Insert recommended grease (Genuine NISSAN Grease or
equivalent) into joint sub-assembly serration hole until grease
begins to ooze from ball groove and serration hole. After insert-
ing grease, use a shop cloth to wipe off old grease that has
oozed out.
2. Cover serrated part of shaft with tape. Install new boot band and
new boot to shaft.
CAUTION:
Do not reuse boot or boot band.
3. Remove protective tape wound around serrated part of shaft.
RAC1133D
Tool number : KV40107300 ( — )
Dimension “M” : 1.0 – 4.0 mm (0.039 – 0.157 in)
DSF0047D
SDIA1127E
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SERVICE DATA AND SPECIFICATIONS (SDS)
SERVICE DATA AND SPECIFICATIONS (SDS)
Drive ShaftINFOID:0000000001703708
Dynamic DamperINFOID:0000000001703709
Joint type Wheel side Transaxle side
Grease quantity 70 - 90 g (2.5 - 3.2 oz) 130 - 140 g (4.6 - 4.9 oz)
Boots installed lengthLeft side
142 mm (5.59 in)181.2 mm (7.13 in) (M/T models)
176 mm (6.93 in) (Except for M/T models)
Right side178 mm (7.01 in) (A/T models)
168 mm (6.61 in) (Except for A/T models)
Dimension AExcept for CVT models 230 – 236 mm (9.06 – 9.29 in)
CVT models 225 – 231 mm (8.86 – 9.09 in)
Dimension B70 mm (2.76 in)
FAC0156D

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SUSPENSION
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SECTION FSU
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FRONT SUSPENSION
SERVICE INFORMATION ............................2
PRECAUTIONS ...................................................2
Precaution for Supplemental Restraint System
(SRS) "AIR BAG" and "SEAT BELT PRE-TEN-
SIONER" ...................................................................
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Precaution for Procedure without Cowl Top Cover ......2
Cautions ....................................................................2
PREPARATION ...................................................3
Special Service Tool .................................................3
Commercial Service Tool ..........................................4
NOISE, VIBRATION AND HARSHNESS
(NVH) TROUBLESHOOTING .............................
5
NVH Troubleshooting Chart ......................................5
FRONT SUSPENSION ASSEMBLY ...................6
On-Vehicle Inspection and Service ...........................6
Wheel Alignment Inspection .....................................6
Component ...............................................................9
Removal and Installation .........................................10
COIL SPRING AND STRUT ..............................11
Removal and Installation .........................................11
Disassembly and Assembly .....................................11
TRANSVERSE LINK .........................................14
Removal and Installation .........................................14
STABILIZER BAR .............................................15
Removal and Installation .........................................15
SERVICE DATA AND SPECIFICATIONS
(SDS) .................................................................
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Wheel Alignment (Unladen*) ...................................16
Ball Joint ..................................................................16
Wheelarch Height (Unladen*) ..................................17

FSU-2
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PRECAUTIONS
SERVICE INFORMATION
PRECAUTIONS
Precaution for Supplemental Restraint System (SRS) "AIR BAG" and "SEAT BELT
PRE-TENSIONER"
INFOID:0000000001703715
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 performed by
an authorized NISSAN/INFINITI dealer.
• Improper maintenance, including incorrect removal and installation of the SRS, can lead to personal
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 har-
ness connectors.
Precaution for Procedure without Cowl Top CoverINFOID:0000000001703716
When performing the procedure after removing cowl top cover, cover
the lower end of windshield.
CautionsINFOID:0000000001703717
• 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.
WEIA0178E

PREPARATION
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PREPARATION
Special Service ToolINFOID:0000000001703718
The actual shapes of Kent-Moore tools may differ from those of special tools illustrated here.
Tool number
(Kent-Moore No.)
Tool nameDescription
KV991040S0
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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
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Strut attachmentDisassembling and assembling strut
ST3127S000
(J-25742-1)
Preload Gauge
1. GG91030000
(J-25765)
Torque wrench
2. HT62940000
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Socket adapter (1/2″)
3. HT62900000
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Socket adapter (3/8″)Measuring rotating torque of ball joint
HT72520000
(J-25730-A)
Ball joint removerRemoving tie-rod outer end and lower
ball joint
S-NT498
ZZA0807D
NT124
NT146

FSU-4
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PREPARATION
Commercial Service Tool
INFOID:0000000001703719
Tool nameDescription
Spring compressor Removing and installing coil spring
Spring gaugeInspecting tranverse link ball joint
Power tool• Removing wheel nuts
• Removing front suspension component
parts
S-NT717
LST025
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NOISE, VIBRATION AND HARSHNESS (NVH) TROUBLESHOOTING
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NOISE, VIBRATION AND HARSHNESS (NVH) TROUBLESHOOTING
NVH Troubleshooting ChartINFOID:0000000001703720
Use chart below to help you find the cause of the symptom. If necessary, repair or replace these parts.
×: ApplicableReference page
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"NVH Troubleshooting Chart"
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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
FRONT AXLE
FRONT SUSPENSION
TIRES
ROAD WHEEL
DRIVE SHAFT
BRAKES
STEERING
SymptomNoise×××××× ×××××××
Shake×××× × ×××××××
Vibration××××× ××× × ×
Shimmy×××× × ×××× ××
Shudder××× ×××× ××
Poor quality ride or handling××××× ××××××