Rear Suspension: Section
Rear Suspension: Section
Rear Suspension: Section
RSU
A
B
SECTION
REAR SUSPENSION C
RSU
CONTENTS
C200 Component ............................................................... 5 F
SERVICE INFORMATION
PRECAUTIONS
Precaution for Supplemental Restraint System (SRS) "AIR BAG" and "SEAT BELT
PRE-TENSIONER" INFOID:0000000008944912
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. Information necessary to service the system safely is included in the SRS and SB section of
this Service Manual.
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.
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 electric 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 3 minutes before performing any service.
General Precautions INFOID:0000000008944913
• When installing rubber parts, final tightening must be carried out under unladen condition* with tires
on ground.
*: Fuel, radiator coolant and engine oil full. Spare tire, jack, hand tools and mats in designated posi-
tions.
• After installing removed suspension parts, check wheel alignment and adjust if necessary.
B
Tool name Description
Power tool Loosening nuts, screws and bolts
C
PIIB1407E
RSU
Use the chart below to help you find the cause of the symptom. If necessary, repair or replace these parts.
RSU-5
RSU-5
RAX-6
RAX-6
RSU-5
RSU-7
RSU-7
PR-4
PR-4
BR-4
PS-5
WT-4
WT-4
WT-4
WT-4
Reference page
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Bushing or mounting deterioration
Improper installation, looseness
Shock absorber deformation,
Deformation or damage
Suspension looseness
PROPELLER SHAFT
Incorrect air pressure
damage or deflection
SUSPECTED
Parts interference
DIFFERENTIAL
PARTS
ROAD WHEEL
DRIVE SHAFT
SUSPENSION
Non-uniformity
Spring fatigue
STEERING
Imbalance
BRAKES
TIRES
AXLE
Noise × × × × × × × × × × × × × ×
Shake × × × × × × × × × × × ×
SUSPENSION
Vibration × × × × × × × × × ×
Shimmy × × × × × × × × ×
Judder × × × × × × × ×
Poor quality
ride or han- × × × × × × × × ×
dling
Noise × × × × × × × × × × × × × ×
Shake × × × × × × × × × × × × ×
× × × × × × ×
Symptom
Vibration
TIRES
Shimmy × × × × × × × × × × × ×
Judder × × × × × × × × × × ×
Poor quality
ride or han- × × × × × × × × ×
dling
Noise × × × × × × × × × × ×
Shake × × × × × × × × × ×
ROAD WHEEL
Shimmy, Jud-
der × × × × × × × ×
Poor quality
ride or han- × × × × × ×
dling
×: Applicable
2WD Model B
RSU
ALEIA0052GB
ALEIA0053GB
CAUTION:
When installing the rubber components, the final tightening of the nuts and bolts must be done with
the vehicle in an unladen condition (the fuel, engine coolant, and engine oil at full; the spare tire, jack,
hand tools and mats in their designated positions) with the tires on the ground.
• Check the rear suspension parts for any excessive play, cracks, wear, and other damage. B
• Shake each rear wheel to check for any excessive play as shown.
RSU
SMA525A
ASU031 I
• Check the shock absorber for oil leakage and other damage as
shown. J
SRA734
M
• Check the shock absorber bushings for excessive wear and other damage.
Inspection INFOID:0000000008944919
• If oil leakage, cracks and deformation occurs, replace shock absorber assembly.
• If rubber bushings are cracked and deformed, replace rubber bushings.
Disposal INFOID:0000000008944920
1. Set shock absorber horizontally with the piston rod fully extended.
2. Drill 2 – 3 mm (0.08 – 0.12 in) hole at the position ( ) from top
as shown to release gas gradually.
CAUTION:
• Wear eye protection (safety glasses).
• Wear gloves.
• Be careful with metal chips or oil blown out by the com-
pressed gas.
NOTE:
• Drill vertically in this direction ( ).
• Directly to the outer tube avoiding brackets.
• The gas is clear, colorless, odorless, and harmless. JPEIA0161ZZ
RSU
SRA702
F
2. Remove the spring shackle.
I
SRA704
ASU034
M
Inspection INFOID:0000000008944922
ASU035
SRA703
7. Tighten spring shackle nuts, front pin nuts and shock absorber
nuts.
SRA754
B
Suspension type Rigid axle with semi-elliptic leaf spring
Shock absorber type Double-acting hydraulic
C
RSU