CHASSIS AND BODY MAINTENANCE
MA-23
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2. Stop engine.
3. Drain A/T fluid by removing the drain plug. Reinstall the drain plug to the specified torque.
CAUTION:
Do not reuse drain plug gasket.
4. Refill the transaxle with new specified A/T fluid through the A/T fluid charging pipe. Always refill the tran-
saxle with the same volume of A/T fluid that was drained out.
5. Run engine at idle speed for 5 minutes.
6. Check A/T fluid level and condition. Refer to MA-22, "
Checking A/T Fluid" .
Balancing WheelsINFOID:0000000001704749
Adjust wheel balance using road wheel center.
CAUTION:
• Be careful not to scratch the road wheel during removal.
• Use clip-on type wheel balance weights only.
Wheel balance (Maximum allowable unbalance):
RotationINFOID:0000000001704750
• Follow the maintenance schedule for tire rotation service intervals.
Refer to MA-6
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• Do not include the T-type spare tire when rotating tires.
CAUTION:
• When installing wheels, tighten them diagonally by dividing
the work two to three times in order to prevent the wheels
from developing any distortion.
• Be careful not to tighten wheel nut at torque exceeding the
specification to prevent damage of disc rotor.
Checking Brake Fluid Level and LeaksINFOID:0000000001704751
• If fluid level is extremely low, check brake system for leaks.Drain plug: Refer to AT-230, "
Component" .
Fluid grade and capacity: Refer to MA-10
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Maximum allowable unbalanceDynamic (At rim flange) Less than 5 g (0.18 oz) (one side)
Static (At rim flange) Less than 10 g (0.35 oz)
Wheel nut : 113 N·m (12 kg-m, 83 ft-lb)SMA829C
SBR451D
REFRIGERANT LINES
MTC-79
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INSPECTION FOR CLUTCH DISC TO PULLEY CLEARANCE
1. Check the clearance around the entire periphery of the clutch disc.
• Measure the clearance for the type 1 compressor as shown.
• Measure the clearance for the type 2 compressor as shown.
2. If specified clearance is not obtained, replace compressor.
INSTALLATION
Installation is in the reverse order of removal.
CAUTION:
• Replace O-rings of low-pressure flexible hose and high-pressure flexible hose with a new ones, and
apply compressor oil when installing.
• When recharging refrigerant, check for leaks.
Removal and Installation of Low-Pressure Flexible HoseINFOID:0000000001704325
REMOVAL
1. Use the recovery/recycling equipment to evacuate the refrigerant.
2. Remove engine cover. Refer to EM-18
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3. Remove cowl top cover. Refer to EI-21
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4. Remove lower dash insulator.
5. Remove ground wire harness (1).
6. Remove bolt (A) and nut (B) from low-pressure flexible hose (2)
bracket.Clutch disc to pulley clearance : 0.3 - 0.6 mm (0.012 - 0.024 in)
RHA087E
RJIA1886E
Compressor bolts : 25 N·m (2.6 kg-m, 18 ft-lb)
SJIA0675E
POWER STEERING GEAR
PS-13
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• Check wheel alignment under unladen conditions with tires on level ground. Refer to FSU-6, "Wheel Align-
ment Inspection".
INSPECTION AFTER INSTALLATION
Rotate steering wheel to check for decentered condition, binding, noise or excessive steering effort.
Disassembly and AssemblyINFOID:0000000001703863
COMPONENT (R24K TYPE)
CAUTION:
Clean steering gear assembly with kerosene before disassembling.
DISASSEMBLY
1. Loosen outer socket lock nut, and then remove outer socket from inner socket.
2. Remove boot clamp, and then remove boot from inner socket.
CAUTION:
Do not damage inner socket and gear housing assembly when removing boot. Inner socket and
gear housing assembly must be replaced if inner socket and gear housing assembly are damaged
because it may allow foreign material to enter.
1. Outer socket 2. Inner socket 3. Rack assembly
4. Boot clamp (small diameter) 5. Boot 6. Boot clamp (large diameter)
7. Joint cover 8. Pinion seal 9. Snap ring
10. Pinion assembly 11. Gear housing assembly 12. Retainer
13. Spring 14. Adjusting screw 15. Lock nut
⇐ : Front
Refer to GI-7
for the symbols unless shown below.
:Apply Genuine Thread Locking Sealant, Three Bound 1141 or equivalent.
:1Apply Genuine Lithium Soap, Idemitsu Autorex A or equivalent.
:2Apply Genuine Lithium Soap, Wanlouver MO No.2 (manufactured by Kyoudouyushi) or equivalent.
:3Apply Genuine Lithium Soap, Multemp AC-P (manufactured by Kyoudouyushi) or equivalent.
WGIA0186E
RSU-2
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PRECAUTIONS
SERVICE INFORMATION
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 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 Rear SuspensionINFOID:0000000001703733
• When installing the rubber bushings, the final tightening must be done under unladen condition and with the
tires on level ground. Oil will shorten the life of the rubber bushings, so wipe off any spilled oil immediately.
• Unladen condition means the fuel tank, engine coolant and lubricants are at the full specification. The spare
tire, jack, hand tools, and mats are in their designated positions.
• After installing suspension components, check the wheel alignment.
• Caulking nuts are not reusable. Always use new caulking nuts for installation. New caulking nuts are pre-
oiled, do not apply any additional lubrication.
REAR SUSPENSION ASSEMBLY
RSU-5
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REAR SUSPENSION ASSEMBLY
On-Vehicle Inspection and ServiceINFOID:0000000001703736
Make sure the mounting conditions (looseness, backlash) of each component and component conditions
(wear, damage) are within specifications.
SHOCK ABSORBER INSPECTION
Check shock absorber for oil leakage, damage and replace it if necessary.
Wheel AlignmentInspectionINFOID:0000000001703737
DESCRIPTION
Measure wheel alignment under unladen conditions.
NOTE:
“Unladen conditions” means that fuel, engine coolant, and lubricant are full. Spare tire, jack, hand tools and
mats are in designated positions.
PRELIMINARY
Check the following:
1. Tires for improper air pressure and wear.
2. Road wheels for runout. Refer to WT-5
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3. Wheel bearing axial end play. Refer to RAX-4, "
On-Vehicle Inspection and Service" .
4. Shock absorber operation.
5. Each mounting part of suspension for looseness and deformation.
6. Rear suspension beam for cracks, deformation, and other damage.
7. Vehicle height (posture).
GENERAL INFORMATION AND RECOMMENDATIONS
1. A Four-Wheel Thrust Alignment should be performed.
• This type of alignment is recommended for any NISSAN vehicle.
• The four-wheel “thrust” process helps ensure that the vehicle is properly aligned and the steering wheel
is centered.
• The alignment machine itself should be capable of accepting any NISSAN vehicle.
• The alignment machine should be checked to ensure that it is level.
2. Make sure the alignment machine is properly calibrated.
• Your alignment machine should be regularly calibrated in order to give correct information.
• Check with the manufacturer of your specific alignment machine for their recommended Service/Cali-
bration Schedule.
THE ALIGNMENT PROCESS
IMPORTANT: Use only the alignment specifications listed in this Service Manual. Refer to RSU-12, "Wheel
Alignment (Unladen*)" .
1. 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 alignment machine that operate these indicators
may not be correct.
• This may result in an ERROR.
2. 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 are using for more information.
CAMBER INSPECTION
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.
WT-6
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ROAD WHEEL TIRE ASSEMBLY
ROAD WHEEL TIRE ASSEMBLY
Balancing WheelsINFOID:0000000001703749
Adjust wheel balance using road wheel center.
CAUTION:
• Be careful not to scratch the road wheel during removal.
• Use clip-on type wheel balance weights only.
Wheel balance (Maximum allowable unbalance):
RotationINFOID:0000000001703750
• Follow the maintenance schedule for tire rotation service intervals.
Refer to MA-6
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• Do not include the T-type spare tire when rotating tires.
CAUTION:
• When installing wheels, tighten them diagonally by dividing
the work two to three times in order to prevent the wheels
from developing any distortion.
• Be careful not to tighten wheel nut at torque exceeding the
specification to prevent damage of disc rotor.
Maximum allowable unbalanceDynamic (At rim flange) Less than 5 g (0.18 oz) (one side)
Static (At rim flange) Less than 10 g (0.35 oz)
Wheel nut : 113 N·m (12 kg-m, 83 ft-lb)SMA829C