NISSAN ALMERA 2001 Service Manual

SFA476
DISASSEMBLYNJAX0017Transaxle Side (DS90 and DS83 types)NJAX0017S011. Remove boot bands.
2. Put matching marks on slide joint housing and inner race,
before separating joint assembly.
3. Remove stopper ring with a screwdriver, and pull out slide joint
housing.
SFA514A
4. Put matching marks on inner race and drive shaft.
5. Remove snap ring, then remove ball cage, inner race and balls
as a unit.
6. Draw out boot.
Cover drive shaft serrations with tape so as not to damage the
boot.
SFA963
Transaxle Side (TS70C, TS79C, TS83, GI2000I and
GI2300I types)
NJAX0017S041. Remove boot bands.
2. Put matching marks on slide joint housing and drive shaft
before separating joint assembly.
3. Put matching marks on spider assembly and drive shaft.
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4. Pry off snap ring, then remove spider assembly.
CAUTION:
Do not disassemble spider assembly.
5. Draw out boot.
Cover drive shaft serration with tape to prevent damage to the
boot.
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Wheel SideNJAX0017S02CAUTION:
The joint on the wheel side cannot be disassembled.
ZF90F type joint assembly cannot be disassembled because
a plastic boot and special boot band are used. Do not use
other drive shaft boots. If the boot or joint is damaged, replace
the drive shaft assembly.
1. Before separating joint assembly, put matching marks on drive
shaft and joint assembly.
2. Separate joint assembly with a suitable tool.
Be careful not to damage threads on drive shaft.
FRONT AXLE
Drive Shaft (Cont'd)
AX-13

3. Remove boot bands.
4. Draw out boot.
SFA442B
Support BearingNJAX0017S031. Remove dust shield.
SFA692
2. Remove snap ring.
SFA693
3. Press support bearing assembly off of drive shaft.
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4. Separate support bearing from retainer.
FRONT AXLE
Drive Shaft (Cont'd)
AX-14

INSPECTIONNJAX0018Thoroughly clean all parts in cleaning solvent, and dry with
compressed air. Check parts for evidence of deformation or
other damage.
Drive ShaftNJAX0018S01Replace drive shaft if it is twisted or cracked.
BootNJAX0018S02Check boot for fatigue, cracks or wear. Replace boot with new boot
bands.
Joint Assembly (Transaxle side)NJAX0018S03+Check spider assembly for needle bearing and washer dam-
age. Replace if necessary. (Tripod type)
+Check roller surfaces for scratches, wear or other damage.
Replace if necessary. (Tripod type)
+Replace any parts of double offset joint which show signs of
scorching, rust, wear or excessive play. (Double offset type)
+Check serration for deformation. Replace if necessary.
+Check slide joint housing for any damage. Replace if neces-
sary.
SRA121A
+When replacing only spider assembly, select a new spider
assembly from among those listed in table below. Ensure the
number stamped on sliding joint is the same as that stamped
on new part.
Housing alone cannot be replaced. It must be replaced
together with spider assembly.
TS70C
Stamped number Part No.
00 39720-51E00
01 39720-51E01
02 39720-51E02
03 39720-51E03
TS79C
Stamped number Part No.
01 39720-61E01
02 39720-61E02
03 39720-61E03
04 39720-61E04
05 39720-61E05
06 39720-61E06
07 39720-61E07
Joint Assembly (Wheel side)NJAX0018S04Replace joint assembly if it is deformed or damaged.
FRONT AXLE
Drive Shaft (Cont'd)
AX-15

Support BearingNJAX0018S05Make sure wheel bearing rolls freely and is free from noise, cracks,
pitting or wear.
Support Bearing BracketNJAX0018S06Check support bearing bracket for cracks with a magnetic explora-
tion or dyeing test.
ASSEMBLYNJAX0019+After drive shaft has been assembled, ensure that it
moves smoothly over its entire range without binding.
+Use NISSAN GENUINE GREASE or equivalent after every
overhaul.
SFA800
Wheel SideNJAX0019S011. Install boot and new small boot band on drive shaft.
Cover drive shaft serration with tape so as not to damage boot
during installation.
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2. Set joint assembly onto drive shaft by lightly tapping it.
Install joint assembly securely, ensuring marks which were
made during disassembly are properly aligned.
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3. Pack drive shaft with specified amount of grease.
Specified amount of grease:
AC2300I type 40 - 50 g (1.41 - 1.76 oz)
AC2000I type 118 g (4.16 oz)
ZF80 type 75 - 85 g (2.65 - 3.00 oz)
BF83 type 80 - 100 g (2.82 - 3.53 oz)
BF90 type 100 - 120 g (3.53 - 4.23 oz)
4. Make sure that boot is properly installed on the drive shaft
groove.
Set boot so that it does not swell and deform when its length
is ªL
1º.
FRONT AXLE
Drive Shaft (Cont'd)
AX-16

Length ªL1º:
AC2300I type 94 - 96 mm (3.70 - 3.78 in)
AC2000I type 90 mm (3.54 in)
ZF80 type 91.4 - 91.6 mm (3.598 - 3.606 in)
BF83 type 95 mm (3.74 in)
BF90 type 85.5 mm (3.366 in)
SFA443B
5. Lock new larger and smaller boot bands securely with a suit-
able tool.
SFA313B
Dynamic Damper (Where Fitted)NJAX0019S021. Use new damper bands when installing.
2. Install dynamic damper from stationary-joint side while holding
it securely.
Length:
Refer to AX-21, SDS.
SFA800
Transaxle Side (TS70C, TS79C, TS83, DS90, DS83,
GI2000I and GI2300I types)
NJAX0019S031. Install boot and new small boot band on drive shaft.
Cover drive shaft serration with tape so as not to damage boot
during installation.
SFA514A
2. Install ball cage, inner race and balls or spider assembly as a
unit, making sure the marks which were made during disas-
sembly are properly aligned.
3. Install new snap ring.
FRONT AXLE
Drive Shaft (Cont'd)
AX-17

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4. Pack drive shaft with specified amount of grease.
Specified amount of grease:
GI2300I type 125.5 - 135.5 g (4.42 - 4.77 oz)
GI2000I type 90 g (3.17 oz)
TS79C type 155 - 165 g (5.47 - 5.82 oz)
TS70C type 110 - 120 g (3.88 - 4.23 oz)
TS83 type 125 - 145 g (4.41 - 5.11 oz)
DS83 type 115 - 135 g (4.06 - 4.76 oz)
DS90 type 145 - 165 g (5.11 - 5.82 oz)
5. Install slide joint housing, then install new snap ring.
6. Make sure that boot is properly installed on the drive shaft
groove.
Set boot so that it does not swell and deform when its length
is ªL
2º.
Length ªL
2º:
TS70C type
96.4 - 96.6 mm (3.795 - 3.803 in)
TS79C type
101.5 - 103.5 mm (3.996 - 4.075 in)
TS83 type
99 mm (3.90 in)
DS83 type
98 mm (3.86 in)
DS90 type
98 mm (3.86 in)
GI2000I type
90 mm (3.54 in)
GI2300I type
98 - 100 mm (3.86 - 3.94 in)
SFA395
7. Lock new larger and smaller boot bands securely with a suit-
able tool.
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Support BearingNJAX0019S04+Press bearing into retainer.
FRONT AXLE
Drive Shaft (Cont'd)
AX-18

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+Press drive shaft into bearing.
SFA444B
+Install snap ring.
+Install new dust shield.
FRONT AXLE
Drive Shaft (Cont'd)
AX-19

Service Data and Specifications (SDS)
DRIVE SHAFT=NJAX0020
Applied modelEngine QG15DE QG18DE YD22T
Body Hatchback Sedan All All
Transaxle M/T All M/T
Joint typeTransaxle side GI2000I TS70C TS79C GI2300I DS90 + B
Wheel side AC2000I ZF80 ZF90 AC2300I BF90
Grease Quality Nissan genuine grease or equivalent*2
Capacity
g (oz)Transaxle side 90 (3.17)110 - 120
(3.88 - 4.23)155 - 165
(5.47 - 5.82)125.5 - 135.5
(4.42 - 4.77)145 - 165
(5.11 - 5.82)
Wheel side 118 (4.16)71-81
(2.50 - 2.86)Ð*340-50
(1.41 - 1.76)100 - 120
(3.53 - 4.23)
Boot length
mm (in)Transaxle side ªL
2º 90 (3.54)*195.5 - 97.5
(3.760 - 3.839)101.5 - 103.5
(3.996 - 4.075)98 - 100
(3.86 - 3.94)*197-99
(3.82 - 3.90)
Wheel side ªL
1º 90 (3.54)*190.5 - 92.5
(3.563 - 3.642)Ð*394-96
(3.70 - 3.78)*184.5 - 96.5
(3.327 - 3.799)
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SFA962A
*1: Fit boot to boot groove in bar shaft
*2: Use grease sachet 39209 BM510 in service for wheel side and 39709 BM500 for transaxle side. (Genuine GKN grease for 20001
joints)
*3: ZF90F type joint assembly cannot be disassembled because a plastic boot and special boot band are used. Do not use other drive
shaft boots. If the boot or joint is damaged, replace the drive shaft assembly.
FRONT AXLE
Service Data and Specifications (SDS)
AX-20

DYNAMIC DAMPER (WHERE FITTED)=NJAX0033Unit: mm (in)
Applied
modelEngineQG15DE
QG18DE YD22T
Hatchback Sedan
Drive shaft LH RH LH RH LHRH (TS79C
& ZF90)RH (AC/
GI2300I)LH RH
LengthªAº175 - 185
(6.89 -
7.28)432 - 442
(17.01 -
17.40)175 - 185
(6.89 -
7.28)420 - 430
(16.54 -
16.93)175 - 185
(6.89 -
7.28)420 - 430
(16.54 -
16.93)375 - 381
(14.76 -
15.00)161 - 167
(6.34 -
6.57)200 - 206
(7.87 -
8.11)
ªBº 62 (2.44) 62 (2.44) 70 (2.76) 64 (2.52) 70 (2.76) 64 (2.52) 70 (2.76) 70 (2.76)
SAX015
WHEEL BEARING (FRONT)NJAX0021
Wheel bearing axial end play limit mm (in) 0.05 (0.0020)
Wheel bearing lock nut tightening torque N´m (kg-m,
ft-lb)QG engineSedan 197 - 274 (20 - 28, 145 - 202)
Hatchback 226 - 313 (23 - 32, 167 - 231)
YD engine 255 - 333 (26 - 34, 188 - 245)
FRONT AXLE
Service Data and Specifications (SDS) (Cont'd)
AX-21

SBR686C
Precautions
PRECAUTIONSNJAX0022+When installing each rubber part, 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 positions.
+Use flare nut wrench when removing or installing brake
tubes.
+After installing removed suspension parts, check wheel
alignment.
+Do not jack up at the trailing arm and lateral link.
+Always torque brake lines when installing.
Preparation
SPECIAL SERVICE TOOLSNJAX0032
Tool number
Tool nameDescription
KV40104710
Drift
NT474
Install ABS sensor rotor
a: 76.3 mm (3.004 in) dia.
b: 67.9 mm (2.673 in) dia.
ST3072000
Drift
NT115
Install ABS sensor rotor
a: 77 mm (3.03 in) dia.
b: 55.5 mm (2.185 in) dia.
COMMERCIAL SERVICE TOOLSNJAX0024
Tool name Description
1 Flare nut crowfoot
2 Torque wrench
NT360
Removing and installing brake piping
a: 10 mm (0.39 in)
REAR AXLE
Precautions
AX-22