2016 NISSAN NOTE suspension

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FRONT SUSPENSION
PRECAUTION ....... ........................................2
PRECAUTIONS .............................................. .....2
Precaution for Supplemental Restraint System
(SRS) "AIR BAG" and "SEAT BELT PRE-TEN-
SIONER" ............................................................. ......
2
Precaution for Procedure without Cowl Top Cover ......2
Precaution for Suspension ........................................2
PREPARATION ............................................3
PREPARATION .............................................. .....3
Special Service Tools .......................................... ......3
Commercial Service Tools ........................................3
SYMPTOM DIAGNOSIS ...............................5
NOISE, VIBRATION AND HARSHNESS
(NVH) TROUBLESHOOTING ........................ .....
5
NVH Troubleshooting Chart ................................ ......5
PERIODIC MAINTENANCE ..........................6
FRONT SUSPENSION ASSEMBLY .............. .....6
Inspection ............................................................ ......6
WHEEL ALIGNMENT ..........................................7
Inspection ............................................................ ......7
Adjustment ................................................................8
REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION ................9
FRONT COIL SPRING AND STRUT ............. .....9
Exploded View .................................................... ......9
Removal and Installation ...........................................9
TRANSVERSE LINK .........................................10
Exploded View ..................................................... ....10
Removal and Installation .........................................10
Inspection ................................................................10
FRONT STABILIZER ........................................12
Exploded View .........................................................12
Removal and Installation .........................................12
Inspection ................................................................13
UNIT REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION ......14
FRONT SUSPENSION MEMBER .....................14
Exploded View ..................................................... ....14
Removal and Installation .........................................14
Inspection ................................................................15
UNIT DISASSEMBLY AND ASSEMBLY ....16
FRONT COIL SPRING AND STRUT ................16
Exploded View ..................................................... ....16
Disassembly and Assembly .....................................16
Inspection ................................................................19
Disposal ...................................................................19
SERVICE DATA AND SPECIFICATIONS
(SDS) ............... .......................................... ...
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SERVICE DATA AND SPECIFICATIONS
(SDS) .................................................................
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Wheel Alignment (Unladen*1) ..................................20
Ball Joint .............................................................. ....20
Wheelarch Height (Unladen*) ..................................21
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FSU-2
< PRECAUTION >
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 “A IR 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. Information necessary to service the system safely is included in the SR and SB section of
this Service Manual.
WARNING:
• To avoid rendering the SRS inopera tive, 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 in correct removal and installation of the SRS, can lead to personal
injury caused by unintent ional activation of the system. For re moval of Spiral Cable and Air Bag
Module, see the SR section.
• Do not use electrical test equipmen t on any circuit related to the SRS unless instructed to in this
Service Manual. SRS wiring harn esses can be identified by yellow and/or orange harnesses or har-
ness connectors.
PRECAUTIONS WHEN USING POWER TOOLS (AIR OR ELECTRIC) AND HAMMERS
WARNING:
• When working near the Airbag Diagnosis Sensor Unit or other Airbag System sensors with the Igni-
tion ON or engine running, DO NOT use air or electri c power tools or strike near the sensor(s) with a
hammer. Heavy vibration could activate the sensor( s) and deploy the air bag(s), possibly causing
serious injury.
• When using air or electric power tools or hammers , always switch the Ignition OFF, disconnect the
battery and wait at least three minutes before performing any service.
Precaution for Procedure without Cowl Top CoverINFOID:0000000012430295
When performing the procedure after removing cowl top cover, cover
the lower end of windshield with urethane, etc to prevent damage to
windshield.
Precaution for SuspensionINFOID:0000000012430296
• When installing rubber bushings, the final tightening mu st be carried out under unladen conditions with tires
on ground. Spilled 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.
• When jacking up the vehicle with a floor jack, do not hang the jack on the torque rod.
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NOISE, VIBRATION AND HARSHNESS (NVH) TROUBLESHOOTINGFSU-5
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SYMPTOM DIAGNOSIS
NOISE, VIBRATION AND HARSHN ESS (NVH) TROUBLESHOOTING
NVH Troubleshooting ChartINFOID:0000000012430299
Use chart below to find the cause of the symptom . If necessary, repair or replace these parts.
×: ApplicableReference
FSU-6
, FSU-10
, FSU-13
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FSU-15
FSU-19
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FSU-19
FSU-6
, FSU-10
, FSU-13
, FSU-15
FSU-7FSU-13FA X - 6WT-45WT-44FA X - 8BR-7ST-7
Possible cause and SUSPECTED PARTS
Improper installation, looseness
Shock absorber deformation, damage or deflection
Bushing or mount deterioration
Parts interference
Spring fatigue
Suspension looseness
Incorrect wheel alignment
Stabilizer bar fatigue
FRONT AXLE
TIRE
ROAD WHEEL
DRIVE SHAFT
BRAKE
STEERING
Symptom FRONT SUSPENSION Noise
×××××× ××××××
Shake ×××× × ××××××
Vibration ××××× ×× × ×
Shimmy ×××× × ××× ××
Shudder ××× ××× ××
Poor quality ride or
handling ××××× ×××××
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FSU-6
< PERIODIC MAINTENANCE >
FRONT SUSPENSION ASSEMBLY
PERIODIC MAINTENANCE
FRONT SUSPENSION ASSEMBLY
InspectionINFOID:0000000012430300
COMPONENT PART
Check the mount conditions (looseness, backlash) of each component. Verify the component conditions
(wear, damage) are normal.
Ball Joint Axial End Play
1. Set the front wheels in a straight-ahead position.
2. Hold the axle side of the tran sverse link, and check the axial end
play by move the transverse link up and down.
CAUTION:
• Do not depress the brake pedal when measuring.
• Do not perform this inspect ion with the tires on the
ground.
• Be careful not to damage ball joint boot. Do not damage the components by applying excessive force.
STRUT ASSEMBLY
Check for oil leaks or damage. Replace the parts if necessary.Axial end play : Refer to
FSU-20, "
Ball Joint".
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WHEEL ALIGNMENTFSU-7
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PRELIMINARY INSPECTION
WARNING:
Always adjust the wheel alignment with the vehicle on a flat surface.
NOTE:
If the wheel alignment is out of s pecification, inspect and replace any damaged or worn rear suspension parts
before making any adjustments.
1. Check and adjust the wheel alignment with the vehicle under unladen conditions. “Unladen conditions”
means that the fuel, engine coolant, and lubricants are full; the spare tire, jack, hand tools and mats are in
designated positions.
2. Check the tires for incorrect air pressure and excessive wear.
3. Check the wheels for run out and damage. Refer to WT-54, "
Wheel".
4. Check the wheel bearing axial end play. Refer to FAX-27, "
Wheel Bearing".
5. Check the shock absorbers for leaks or damage.
6. Check each mount point of the suspension co mponents for any excessive looseness or damage.
7. Check each link, arm, and the suspension member for any damage.
8. Check the vehicle height. Refer to FSU-21, "
Wheelarch Height (Unladen*)".
GENERAL INFORMATION AND RECOMMENDATIONS
1. A Four-Wheel Thrust Alignment should be performed.
• This type of alignment is recomm ended for any NISSAN/INFINITI 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 capabl e of accepting any NISSAN/INFINITI 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 a lignment machine for their recommended Service/Cali-
bration Schedule.
ALIGNMENT PROCESS
IMPORTANT: Use only the alignment specifications listed in this Service Manual. Refer to FSU-20, "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.
• Most camera-type alignment machines are equipped with "Rolling Compensation" method and optional
"Jacking Compensation" method to "compensate" the alignment targets or head units.
"Rolling Compensation" is the preferred method.
- If using the "Rolling Compensation" method, after inst alling the alignment targets or head units, push or pull
on the rear wheel to move the vehicle. Do not push or pull on the vehicle body.
- If using the "Jacking Compensation" method, after inst alling the alignment targets or head units, raise the
vehicle and rotate the wheels 1/2 turn in either direction.
NOTE:
Do not use the "Rolling Compensation" method if you are using sensor-type alignment equipment.
• Follow all instructions for the alignment machine you're using for more information.
CAMBER, CASTER AND KINGPIN INCLINATION ANGLES INSPECTION
• Camber, caster, kingpin inclination angles cannot be adjusted.
• Before inspection, set the front wheels onto a turning radius gauge. Set the rear wheels onto a pad that has
the same height so the vehicle will remain horizontal.
TOTAL TOE-IN INSPECTION
Measure the total toe-in using the following procedure.
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FSU-10
< REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION >
TRANSVERSE LINK
TRANSVERSE LINK
Exploded ViewINFOID:0000000012430305
Removal and InstallationINFOID:0000000012430306
REMOVAL
1. Remove the wheel and tire using power tool. Refer to WT-48, "Removal and Installation".
2. Separate transverse link from steering knuckle. Refer to FA X - 9 , "
Exploded View"
3. Remove the bolts and nut, then remove the transverse link from front suspension member.
4. Inspect the components. Refer to FSU-10, "
Inspection"
INSTALLATION
Installation is in the reverse order of removal.
CAUTION:
Do not reuse the transverse link nuts.
• Perform the final tightening of the nuts and bolts under unladen conditions with tires on level ground.
• Complete the inspection. Refer to FSU-10, "
Inspection".
InspectionINFOID:0000000012430307
INSPECTION AFTER REMOVAL
Check the following items and replace the components as necessary.
Transverse link
• Check the transverse link and bushing for deformation, cracks or damage.
• Check the ball joint boot for cracks or other damage, and also for grease leakage.
Swing Torque
1. Move the ball stud at least ten times by hand to check for smooth movement with no binding.
1. Front suspension member2. Transverse link
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FSU-12
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FRONT STABILIZER
FRONT STABILIZER
Exploded ViewINFOID:0000000012430308
Removal and InstallationINFOID:0000000012430309
REMOVAL
1. Remove wheel and tire using power tool. Refer to WT-48, "Removal and Installation".
2. Remove the nuts, then separate the stabilizer connecting rod from the stabilizer bar.
3. Remove the front suspension member. Refer to FSU-14, "
Removal and Installation".
4. Remove the stabilizer clamp bolts, stabilizer clamps and stabi- lizer bushings from front suspension member.
5. Remove stabilizer bar.
6. Inspect the components. Refer to FSU-13, "
Inspection".
INSTALLATION
Installation is in the reverse order of removal.
1. Stabilizer bar 2. Stabilizer clamp 3. Stabilizer bushing
4. Stabilizer connecting rod 5. Strut 6. Front suspension member
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FSU-14
< UNIT REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION >
FRONT SUSPENSION MEMBER
UNIT REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION
FRONT SUSPENSION MEMBER
Exploded ViewINFOID:0000000012430311
Removal and InstallationINFOID:0000000012430312
REMOVAL
1. Remove the wheel and tire using power tool. Refer to WT-48, "Removal and Installation".
2. Disconnect steering outer sockets from steering knuckles. Refer to ST-14, "
Exploded View".
3. Disconnect transverse links from steering knuckle. Refer to FSU-10, "
Exploded View".
4. Disconnect stabilizer connecting rods from stabilizer bar. Refer to FSU-12, "
Exploded View".
5. Disconnect the lower joint from the steering gear. Refer to ST-12, "
Exploded View".
6. Set suitable jack under front suspension member. CAUTION:
Do not damage the front suspensi on member with suitable jack.
7. Remove the engine rear torque rod. Refer to EM-86, "
Exploded View".
8. Remove suspension member bolts.
9. Gradually lower the jack to remove front suspension member from vehicle body.
10. If necessary, remove steering gear from front suspension member. Refer to ST-14, "
Removal and Installa-
tion".
11. If necessary, remove transverse links. Refer to FSU-10, "
Removal and Installation".
12. If necessary, remove stabilizer bar, stabilizer bar clamps, and stabilizer bushings. Refer to FSU-12,
"Removal and Installation".
13. Inspect the front suspension member. Refer to FSU-15, "
Inspection".
INSTALLATION
Installation is in the reverse order of removal.
1. Front suspension member2. Transverse link
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