wheel torque INFINITI M35 2007 Factory User Guide

FRONT WHEEL HUB AND KNUCKLE
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INSTALLATION

Installation is the reverse order of the removal. For tightening torque, refer to FAX-5, "COMPONENT" .

Perform the final tightening of each of parts under unladen conditions, which were removed when remov-
ing wheel hub and bearing assembly and steering knuckle. Check the wheel alignment. Refer to FSU-6,
"Wheel Alignment Inspection" (2WD), FSU-24, "Wheel Alignment Inspection" (AWD).

Adjust neutral position of steering angle sensor after checking the wheel alignment. Refer to BRC-6,
"Adjustment of Steering Angle Sensor Neutral Position" .

Check wheel sensor harness for proper connection. Refer to BRC-54, "WHEEL SENSOR" .

Assemble disc rotor and wheel hub and bearing assembly by
aligning each matching mark as shown in the figure when install-
ing disc rotor.
NOTE:
Refer to BR-27, "
DISC ROTOR INSPECTION" , for assembly
when removing disc rotor without matching mark.
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FRONT DRIVE SHAFT
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On-Vehicle Inspection NDS000G0

Check drive shaft mounting point and joint for looseness and other damage.

Check boot for cracks and other damage.
CAUTION:
Replace entire drive shaft assembly when noise or vibration occur from drive shaft.
DRIVE SHAFT BOOT REPLACEMENT
1. Remove tires from vehicle with power tool.
2. Remove wheel sensor from steering knuckle. Refer to BRC-54, "
WHEEL SENSOR" .
CAUTION:
Do not pull on wheel sensor harness.
3. Remove brake hose bracket. Refer to BR-11, "
BRAKE TUBE AND HOSE" .
4. Remove torque member fixing bolts with power tool. Hang torque member in a place where it will not inter-
fere with work. Refer to BR-22, "
FRONT DISC BRAKE" .
NOTE:
Do not depress brake pedal while brake caliper is removed.
5. Remove disc rotor. Refer to FA X - 5 , "
Removal and Installation" .
6. Remove cotter pin, then loosen hub lock nut with power tool.
7. Separate wheel hub and bearing assembly from drive shaft by
lightly tapping the end with a hammer (suitable tool) and a wood
block, and then remove hub lock nut.
CAUTION:

Do not place drive shaft joint at an extreme angle. Also be
careful not to overextend slide joint.

Do not allow drive shaft to hang down without support for
housing (or joint sub-assembly), shaft and the other
parts.
NOTE:
Use a puller (suitable tool) if wheel hub and drive shaft cannot
be separated even after performing the above procedure.
8. Remove cotter pin (1), and then loosen the nut.
9. Remove steering outer socket (2) from steering knuckle (3) so
as not to damage ball joint boot (4) using the ball joint remover
(suitable tool).
CAUTION:
Temporarily tighten the nut to prevent damage to threads
and to prevent the ball joint remover (suitable tool) from
suddenly coming off.
10. Remove cotter pin of transverse link and steering knuckle, and
then loosen nut.
11. Remove transverse link from steering knuckle so as not to dam-
age ball joint boot using the ball joint remover (suitable tool).
CAUTION:
Temporarily tighten the nut to prevent damage to threads and to prevent ball joint remover (suit-
able tool) from suddenly coming off.
12. Remove drive shaft from wheel hub and bearing assembly.
13. Remove boot bands, and then remove boot from joint sub-assembly.
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22. Install joint sub-assembly to shaft using plastic hammer.
CAUTION:
Confirm that joint sub-assembly is correctly engaged while
rotating drive shaft.
23. Apply the balance of the specified amount of grease (NISSAN
genuine grease or equivalent) into the boot inside from large
diameter side of boot.
24. Install the boot securely into grooves (indicated by *marks)
shown in the figure.
CAUTION:
If grease adheres to the boot mounting surface (with *mark)
on the shaft and joint sub-assembly, boot may come off.
Remove all grease from the surface.
25. To prevent from the deformation of the boot, adjust the boot
installation length to the specified value shown below (L) by
inserting the flat-bladed screwdriver into inside of the boot from
the large diameter side of the boot and discharging the inside
air.
CAUTION:

If the boot mounting length is outside the standard, it may cause breakage in the boot.

Be careful not to touch the inside of the boot with a tip of a flat-bladed screwdriver.
26. Secure the large and small ends of the boot with new boot
bands using the boot band crimping tool [SST: KV40107300
( – )] as shown in the figure.
NOTE:
Secure boot band so that dimension “M” meets the specification
as shown.
27. Secure joint sub-assembly and shaft, and then make sure that
they are in the correct position when rotating boot. Install them
with new boot band when boot installation positions become
incorrect.
28. Insert drive shaft to wheel hub and bearing assembly, and then
temporarily tighten hub lock nut.
29. Install transverse link to steering knuckle. Refer to FAX-5,
"COMPONENT" .
30. Install steering outer socket to steering knuckle. Refer to FA X - 5 , "
COMPONENT" .
31. Install disc rotor. Refer to FAX-5, "
Removal and Installation" .
32. Install torque member fixing bolts to steering knuckle. Refer to BR-22, "
FRONT DISC BRAKE" .
33. Install brake hose bracket to steering knuckle. Refer to BR-11, "
BRAKE TUBE AND HOSE" . Grease amount : 77 – 97 g (2.71 – 3.42 oz)
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Boot installation length (L) : 136 mm (5.35 in)
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Dimension “M” : 2.0 – 3.0 mm (0.079 – 0.118 in)
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FRONT DRIVE SHAFT
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34. Install wheel sensor to steering knuckle. Refer to BRC-54, "WHEEL SENSOR" .
35. Tighten the hub lock nut to the specified torque. Refer to FA X - 5 , "
COMPONENT" .
36. Install cotter pin.
37. Install tires to vehicle.
Removal and InstallationNDS000G1
COMPONENT
REMOVAL
1. Remove tires from vehicle with power tool.
2. Remove wheel sensor from steering knuckle. Refer to BRC-54, "
WHEEL SENSOR" .
CAUTION:
Do not pull on wheel sensor harness.
3. Remove brake hose bracket. Refer to BR-11, "
BRAKE TUBE AND HOSE" .
4. Remove torque member fixing bolts with power tool. Hang torque member in a place where it will not inter-
fere with work. Refer to BR-22, "
FRONT DISC BRAKE" .
CAUTION:
Do not depress brake pedal while brake caliper is removed.
5. Remove disc rotor. Refer to FAX-5, "
Removal and Installation" .
6. Remove cotter pin, then loosen hub lock nut with power tool.
7. Separate wheel hub and bearing assembly from drive shaft by
lightly tapping the end with a hammer (suitable tool) and a wood
block, and then remove hub lock nut.
CAUTION:

Do not place drive shaft joint at an extreme angle. Also be
careful not to overextend slide joint.

Do not allow drive shaft to hang down without support for
housing (or joint sub-assembly), shaft and the other
parts.
NOTE:
Use a puller (suitable tool) if wheel hub and drive shaft cannot
be separated even after performing the above procedure.
1. Drive shaft (RH side) 2. Drive shaft (LH side) 3. Cotter pin
Refer to GI-11, "
Components" , for the symbols un the figure.
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8. Remove cotter pin (1), and then loosen the nut.
9. Remove steering outer socket (2) from steering knuckle (3) so
as not to damage ball joint boot (4) using the ball joint remover
(suitable tool).
CAUTION:
Temporarily tighten the nut to prevent damage to threads
and to prevent the ball joint remover (suitable tool) from
suddenly coming off.
10. Remove drive shaft from wheel hub and bearing assembly.
11. Remove fixing nuts and bolts, and then remove shock absorber
arm. Refer to FSU-26, "
Components" .
12. Remove drive shaft from front final drive. (RH side)

Remove drive shaft from front final drive using the drive shaft
attachment [SST] and a drive shaft puller (suitable tool) while
inserting tip of the drive shaft attachment [SST] between
housing and front final drive as shown in the figure.
CAUTION:
Do not place drive shaft joint at an extreme angle when
removing drive shaft. Also be careful not to overextend side
shaft joint.
13. Remove fixing nuts and bolts, and then remove drive shaft from
vehicle. (LH side)
INSPECTION AFTER REMOVAL

Move joint up/down, left/right, and in the axial directions. Check for motion that is not smooth and for sig-
nificant looseness.

Check boot for cracks, damage, and leakage of grease.

Disassemble drive shaft and exchange malfunctioning part if
there is a non-standard condition.
INSTALLATION
CAUTION:
Always replace transaxle side oil seal with new one when installing drive shaft. Refer to FFD-11, "
SIDE
OIL SEAL" .

Installation is the reverse order of removal. For tightening torque refer to FA X - 11 , "COMPONENT" .

Place the protector [SST: KV38107900 ( – )] onto front final
drive to prevent damage to the oil seal while inserting drive
shaft. Slide drive shaft sliding joint and tap with a hammer to
install securely. (RH side)
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FRONT FINAL DRIVE
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FRONT FINAL DRIVE
PRECAUTIONS .......................................................... 2
Precautions Necessary for Steering Wheel Rotation
After Battery Disconnect .......................................... 2
OPERATION PROCEDURE ................................. 2
Service Notice or Precautions .................................. 2
PREPARATION ........................................................... 3
Special Service Tools ............................................... 3
Commercial Service Tools ........................................ 5
NOISE, VIBRATION AND HARSHNESS (NVH)
TROUBLESHOOTING ................................................ 6
NVH Troubleshooting Chart ..................................... 6
DESCRIPTION ............................................................ 7
Cross-Sectional View ............................................... 7
DIFFERENTIAL GEAR OIL ........................................ 8
Changing Differential Gear Oil ................................. 8
DRAINING ............................................................. 8
FILLING ................................................................. 8
Checking Differential Gear Oil .................................. 8
OIL LEAKAGE AND OIL LEVEL ........................... 8
FRONT OIL SEAL ...................................................... 9
Removal and Installation .......................................... 9
REMOVAL ............................................................. 9
INSTALLATION ................................................... 10SIDE OIL SEAL ......................................................... 11
Removal and Installation ........................................ 11
REMOVAL ........................................................... 11
INSTALLATION ................................................... 11
FRONT FINAL DRIVE ASSEMBLY .......................... 13
Removal and Installation ........................................ 13
COMPONENTS ................................................... 13
REMOVAL ........................................................... 13
INSTALLATION ................................................... 14
Disassembly and Assembly .................................... 15
COMPONENTS ................................................... 15
ASSEMBLY INSPECTION AND ADJUSTMENT ... 16
DISASSEMBLY ................................................... 20
INSPECTION AFTER DISASSEMBLY ................ 24
ADJUSTMENT AND SELECTION OF ADJUST-
ING WASHERS (SHIMS) .................................... 25
ASSEMBLY ......................................................... 28
SERVICE DATA AND SPECIFICATIONS (SDS) ...... 35
General Specifications ............................................ 35
Inspection and Adjustment ..................................... 35
DRIVE GEAR RUNOUT ...................................... 35
DIFFERENTIAL SIDE GEAR CLEARANCE ....... 35
PRELOAD TORQUE ........................................... 35
BACKLASH ......................................................... 35
COMPANION FLANGE RUNOUT ....................... 35
SELECTIVE PARTS ............................................ 35

FFD-2
PRECAUTIONS
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PRECAUTIONSPFP:00001
Precautions Necessary for Steering Wheel Rotation After Battery DisconnectNDS000EK
NOTE:

This Procedure is applied only to models with Intelligent Key system and NVIS/IVIS (NISSAN/INFINITI
VEHICLE IMMOBILIZER SYSTEM - NATS).

Remove and install all control units after disconnecting both battery cables with the ignition knob in the
″LOCK″ position.

Always use CONSULT-III to perform self-diagnosis as a part of each function inspection after finishing
work. If DTC is detected, perform trouble diagnosis according to self-diagnostic results.
For models equipped with the Intelligent Key system and NVIS/IVIS, an electrically controlled steering lock
mechanism is adopted on the key cylinder.
For this reason, if the battery is disconnected or if the battery is discharged, the steering wheel will lock and
steering wheel rotation will become impossible.
If steering wheel rotation is required when battery power is interrupted, follow the procedure below before
starting the repair operation.
OPERATION PROCEDURE
1. Connect both battery cables.
NOTE:
Supply power using jumper cables if battery is discharged.
2. Use the Intelligent Key or mechanical key to turn the ignition switch to the ″ACC″ position. At this time, the
steering lock will be released.
3. Disconnect both battery cables. The steering lock will remain released and the steering wheel can be
rotated.
4. Perform the necessary repair operation.
5. When the repair work is completed, return the ignition switch to the ″LOCK″ position before connecting
the battery cables. (At this time, the steering lock mechanism will engage.)
6. Perform a self-diagnosis check of all control units using CONSULT-III.
Service Notice or PrecautionsNDS000EL

Check for the correct installation status prior to removal or disassembly. If matching marks are required,
be certain they do not interfere with the function of the parts when applied.

Overhaul should be done in a clean work area, it is preferable to work in dustproof area.

Before disassembly, using steam or white gasoline, completely remove sand and mud from the exterior of
the unit, preventing them from entering into the unit during disassembly or assembly.

Check appearance of the disassembled parts for damage, deformation, and unusual wear. Replace them
with a new ones if necessary.

Gaskets, seals and O-rings should be replaced any time when the unit is disassembled.

In principle, tighten bolts or nuts gradually in several steps working diagonally from inside to outside. If
tightening sequence is specified, observe it.

Clean and flush the parts sufficiently and blow-dry them.

Be careful not to damage sliding surfaces and mating surfaces.

When applying sealant, remove the old sealant from the mounting surface; then remove any moisture, oil,
and foreign materials from the application and mounting surfaces.

Always use shop paper for cleaning the inside of components.

Avoid using cotton gloves or shop rags to prevent entering of lint.

During assembly, observe the specified tightening torque, and apply new gear oil, petroleum jelly, or multi-
purpose grease as specified for each vehicle, if necessary.

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PREPARATION
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PREPARATIONPFP:00002
Special Service Tools [SST]NES000I7
The actual shapes of Kent-Moore tools may differ from those of special service tools illustrated here.
Commercial Service ToolsNES000I8
Tool number
(Kent-Moore No.)
Tool nameDescription
KV991040S0
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CCK gauge attachment
1. Plate
2. Guide bolt
3. Nut
4. Spring
5. Center plate
6. KV99104020 Adapter A
a: 72 mm (2.83 in) dia.
7. KV99104030 Adapter B
b: 65 mm (2.56 in) dia.
8. KV99104040 Adapter C
c: 57 mm (2.24 in) dia.
9. KV99104050 Adapter D
d: 53.4 mm (2.102 in) dia.Measuring wheel alignment
ST35652000
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Strut attachmentDisassembling and assembling shock
absorber
ST3127S000
(See J-25765-A)
Preload Gauge
1. GG91030000
(J-25765-A)
Torque wrench
2. HT62940000
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Socket adapter
3. HT62900000
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Socket adapterMeasuring rotating torque of ball joint
S-NT498
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NT124
Tool nameDescription
Power tool

Removing wheel nuts

Removing torque member fixing bolts

Removing undercover

Removing front suspension compo-
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Removing hub lock nut
Spring compressor Removing and installing coil springPBIC0190E
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FRONT SUSPENSION ASSEMBLY
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22. For VQ35DE engine models, gradually lower a jack to remove front suspension assembly from vehicle.
For VK45DE engine models, gradually lower a jack to remove front suspension assembly with engine
assembly from vehicle.
INSTALLATION

Installation is the reverse order of removal. For tightening torque, refer to FSU-8, "Components" .

Perform final tightening of each of parts (rubber bushing), under unladen conditions, which were removed
when removing front suspension assembly. Check wheel alignment. Refer to FSU-6, "
Wheel Alignment
Inspection" .

Adjust neutral position of steering angle sensor after checking wheel alignment. Refer to BRC-6, "Adjust-
ment of Steering Angle Sensor Neutral Position" .

Check wheel sensor harness for proper connection. Refer to BRC-54, "WHEEL SENSOR" .

COIL SPRING AND SHOCK ABSORBER
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REMOVAL
1. Remove tires from vehicle with a power tool.
2. Remove harness of wheel sensor from shock absorber. Refer to BRC-54, "
WHEEL SENSOR" .
CAUTION:
Do not pull on wheel sensor harness.
3. Remove brake hose bracket. Refer to BR-11, "
BRAKE TUBE AND HOSE" .
4. Remove the mounting nut on the upper side of stabilizer connecting rod with a power tool, and then
remove stabilizer connecting rod from transverse link.
5. Remove mounting nut and bolt on the lower side of shock absorber with a power tool, and then remove
shock absorber from transverse link.
6. Remove cotter pin of transverse link and steering knuckle, and then loosen nut.
7. Remove transverse link from steering knuckle so as not to damage ball joint boot using the ball joint
remover (suitable tool).
CAUTION:
Temporarily tighten the nut to prevent damage to threads and to prevent ball joint remover (suit-
able tool) from suddenly coming off.
8. Remove the mounting nuts of shock absorber mounting bracket, then remove shock absorber from vehi-
cle.
INSTALLATION

Installation is the reverse order of removal. For tightening torque, refer to FSU-8, "Components" .

Perform final tightening of bolt and nut at the shock absorber lower side (rubber bushing), under unladen
conditions with tires on level ground. Check wheel alignment. Refer to FSU-6, "
Wheel Alignment Inspec-
tion" .

Adjust neutral position of steering angle sensor after checking wheel alignment. Refer to BRC-6, "Adjust-
ment of Steering Angle Sensor Neutral Position" .

Check wheel sensor harness for proper connection. Refer to BRC-54, "WHEEL SENSOR" .
Disassembly and AssemblyNES000IF
DISASSEMBLY
CAUTION:
Do not damage shock absorber piston rod when removing components from shock absorber.
1. Install strut attachment [SST] to shock absorber and secure it in
a vise.
CAUTION:
When installing the strut attachment to shock absorber,
wrap a shop cloth around strut to protect it from damage.
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