RSU-6
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REAR SUSPENSION ASSEMBLY
• Measure camber of both right and left wheels with a suitable align-
ment gauge.
• If it is out of the specification value, inspect and replace any dam-
aged or worn rear suspension parts.
TOE-IN INSPECTION
Measure toe-in using following procedure. If it is out of the specification, inspect and replace any damaged or
worn rear suspension parts.
WARNING:
• Always perform the following procedure on a flat surface.
• Make sure that no person is in front of vehicle before pushing it.
1. Bounce the rear of vehicle up and down to stabilize the vehicle height (posture).
2. Push vehicle straight ahead about 5 m (16 ft).
3. Put a mark on base line of the tread (rear side) of both tires at
the same height of hub center. These are measuring points.
4. Measure distance “A” (rear side).
5. Push vehicle slowly ahead to rotate wheels 180 degrees (1/2
turn). If wheels have rotated more than 180 degrees (1/2 turn),
try the above procedure again from the beginning. Never push
vehicle backward.
6. Measure distance “B” (front side).Camber : Refer to RSU-12, "
Wheel Alignment
(Unladen*)" .
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Total toe-in : Refer to RSU-12, "Wheel Alignment
(Unladen*)" .
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RSU-8
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SHOCK ABSORBER
SHOCK ABSORBER
Removal and InstallationINFOID:0000000001703739
REMOVAL
1. Remove rear tires from vehicle using power tool.
2. Remove wheel sensor from wheel hub and bearing assembly and rear suspension beam. Refer to BRC-
32 .
CAUTION:
Do not pull on wheel sensor harness.
3. Remove shock absorber mask from trunk side finisher using a flat-bladed screwdriver. Refer to EI-51
.
CAUTION:
Wrap the tip of a screwdriver with cloth to avoid damaging components.
4. Set jack under rear suspension beam.
5. Remove upper nut of the shock absorber, and then remove
washer (upper), bushing (upper) from shock absorber.
6.
Remove shock absorber lower side bolt.
7. Gradually lower the jack, and remove the bushing (lower),
washer (lower), distance tube, bound bumper cover, bound
bumper and shock absorber from vehicle.
INSPECTION AFTER REMOVAL
Shock Absorber
Check the following:
• Shock absorber for deformation, cracks or damage, and replace if necessary.
• Piston rod for damage, uneven wear or distortion, and replace if necessary .
Bound Bumper and Bushing
Check bound bumper and bushing for cracks, deformation or other damage, and replace applicable parts if
necessary .
INSTALLATION
• Installation is in the reverse order of removal. For tightening torque, refer to RSU-7, "Component" .
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RSU-10
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COIL SPRING
COIL SPRING
Removal and InstallationINFOID:0000000001703740
REMOVAL
1. Remove rear tires from vehicle using power tool.
2. Remove wheel sensor from wheel hub and bearing assembly. Refer to BRC-32
.
CAUTION:
Do not pull on wheel sensor harness.
3. Separate brake tube from wheel cylinder. Refer to BR-10
.
4. Set jack under rear suspension beam.
5. Remove shock absorber lower side bolt. Refer to RSU-8
.
6. Gradually lower the jack, and then remove coil spring and rear
spring rubber seat (upper and lower).
INSPECTION AFTER REMOVAL
Check coil spring and spring rubber seat for deformation, cracks, and damage, and replace it if a malfunction
is detected.
INSTALLATION
• Installation is in the reverse order of removal. For tightening torque, refer to RSU-7, "Component" .
• When installing spring, be sure to securely install the spring end
position aligned to flush of rear spring rubber seat (lower) as
shown.
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REAR SUSPENSION BEAM
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Removal and InstallationINFOID:0000000001703741
REMOVAL
1. Remove rear tires from vehicle using power tool.
2. Separate parking brake rear cable from rear drum brake and rear suspension beam. Refer to PB-4
.
3. Remove wheel sensor and wheel sensor harness from wheel hub and bearing assembly and rear suspen-
sion beam. Refer to BRC-32
.
4. Remove lock plate and separate brake tube from brake hose.
Refer to BR-10
.
5. Remove wheel hub and bearing assembly and back plate. Refer
to RAX-4
.
6. Set jack under rear suspension beam.
7. Remove coil spring (left/right). Refer to RSU-10, "
Removal and
Installation" .
8. Remove bolts between body and rear suspension beam
bracket. Refer to RSU-7, "
Component" .
9. Gradually lower the jack, and then remove rear suspension
beam from vehicle.
10. Remove the rear suspension beam bracket bolt and nut, and then remove rear suspension beam bracket
from rear suspension beam. Refer to RSU-7, "
Component" .
11. Remove brake tube protector from rear suspension beam..
INSPECTION AFTER REMOVAL
Check components for deformation, cracks, and other damage, and replace if necessary.
INSTALLATION
• Installation is in the reverse order of removal. For tightening torque, refer to RSU-7, "Component" .
• Perform final tightening of rear suspension beam and rear suspen-
sion beam bracket (rubber bushing) under unladen conditions with
tires on level ground.
• Refill with new brake fluid and bleed air. Refer to BR-8, "
Bleeding
Brake System" .
• Check the following after finishing work.
- Parking brake operation (stroke): Refer to PB-4, "
On-Vehicle Ser-
vice" .
- Wheel sensor harness for proper connection: Refer to BRC-32
.
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RSU-12
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SERVICE DATA AND SPECIFICATIONS (SDS)
SERVICE DATA AND SPECIFICATIONS (SDS)
Wheel Alignment (Unladen*)INFOID:0000000001703742
*: Fuel, engine coolant and engine oil full. Spare tire, jack, hand tools and mats in designated positions.
Wheelarch Height (Unladen*)INFOID:0000000001703743
*: Fuel, engine coolant and engine oil full. Spare tire, jack, hand tools and mats in designated positions.Camber
Degree minute (Decimal degree)Minimum – 2° 01′ (– 2.02°)
Nominal – 1° 31′ (– 1.52°)
Maximum – 1° 01′ (– 1.02°)
Total toe-inDistance (A - B)Minimum 1.0 mm (0.039 in)
Nominal 5.0 mm (0.197 in)
Maximum 9.0 mm (0.354 in)
Angle (A - B)
Degree minute
(Decimal degree)Minimum 0° 3′ (0.05°)
Nominal 0° 14′ (0.23°)
Maximum 0° 24 (0.41°)
Applied model 185/65R15
Front (Hf) 686 mm (27.01 in)
Rear (Hr) 684 mm (26.97 in)
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SRS-2
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PRECAUTIONS
PRECAUTION
PRECAUTIONS
Precaution for Supplemental Restraint System (SRS) "AIR BAG" and "SEAT BELT
PRE-TENSIONER"
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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 SR 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 SR 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 SRS "AIR BAG" and "SEAT BELT PRE-TENSIONER" Service
INFOID:0000000001703905
• Do not use electrical test equipment to check SRS circuits unless instructed to in this Service Manual.
• Before servicing the SRS, turn ignition switch OFF, disconnect both battery cables and wait at least 3 min-
utes.
For approximately 3 minutes after the cables are removed, it is still possible for the air bag and seat belt pre-
tensioner to deploy. Therefore, do not work on any SRS connectors or wires until at least 3 minutes have
passed.
• The air bag diagnosis sensor unit must always be installed with the arrow mark “⇐” pointing toward the front
of the vehicle for proper operation. Also check air bag diagnosis sensor unit for cracks, deformities or rust
before installation and replace as required.
• The spiral cable must be aligned with the neutral position since its rotations are limited. Do not attempt to
turn steering wheel or column after removal of steering gear.
• Handle air bag module carefully. Always place driver and front passenger air bag modules with the pad side
facing upward and seat mounted front side air bag module standing with the stud bolt side facing down.
• Conduct self-diagnosis to check entire SRS for proper function after replacing any components.
• After air bag inflates, the front instrument panel assembly should be replaced if damaged.
• Do not reuse center pillar upper garnish if removed.
Occupant Classification System PrecautionINFOID:0000000001703906
Replace control unit and passenger front seat cushion as an assembly.
SRS-4
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SUPPLEMENTAL RESTRAINT SYSTEM (SRS)
Driver Air Bag Module
INFOID:0000000001703908
The driver air bag module is dual stage and located in the steering
wheel assembly. It operates with the SRS system in a frontal colli-
sion exceeding a specified level.
Front Passenger Air Bag ModuleINFOID:0000000001703909
The front passenger air bag module is located behind the instrument
panel assembly (mounted to the steering member). It operates with
the SRS system in a frontal collision exceeding a specified level.
Refer to SRS-5, "
Occupant Classification System (OCS)" for more
information.
Front Side Air BagINFOID:0000000001703910
Front side air bag modules are built into the front seatback assem-
blies. Vehicles with side air bags are equipped with labels as shown.
Side Curtain Air BagINFOID:0000000001703911
Side curtain air bag modules are located above the vehicle headlin-
ing and run from the front to the rear of the vehicle. Vehicles with
side curtain air bags are equipped with labels as shown.
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DRIVER AIR BAG MODULE
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DRIVER AIR BAG MODULE
Removal and InstallationINFOID:0000000001703926
REMOVAL
WARNING:
• When servicing the SRS, do not work from directly in front of air bag module.
• Always place air bag module with pad side facing upward.
CAUTION:
• Before servicing the SRS, turn ignition switch OFF, discon-
nect both battery cables, then wait at least 3 minutes.
• Do not attempt to repair or replace damaged direct-connect
SRS component connectors. If a driver air bag direct-connect
harness connector is damaged, the spiral cable must be
replaced.
• Do not insert any foreign objects (screwdriver, etc.) into air
bag module or harness connectors.
• Do not disassemble air bag module.
• Do not expose the air bag module to temperatures exceeding
90°C (194°F).
• Replace the air bag module if it has been dropped or sus-
tained an impact.
• Do not allow oil, grease or water to come in contact with the
air bag module.
1. Disconnect the negative and positive battery cables, then wait at least 3 minutes.
2. Remove the covers RH/LH.
3. Place the steering wheel in the straight ahead position.
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1. Driver air bag module 2. Steering wheel 3. Cover
Pawl
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