weight NISSAN 300ZX 1984 Z31 Rear Suspension Workshop Manual

REAR SUSPENSION
Stabilizer Bar
REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION
Remove stabilizer bar
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Final tightening should be carried out at curb
weight with
tires on ground
INSPECTION
Check stabilizer bar for deformation or cracks
Replace if necessary
Check rubber bushings for deterioration or
cracks Replace if necessary.
Shock Absorber
(Non - adjustable type)
REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION
Remove shock absorber upper end nut.

Disconnect shock absorber lower end.
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Final tightening should be carried out at curb
weight with tires on ground
INSPECTION
Check all rubber parts for wear, cracks, damage
or deformation Replace if necessary.
If oil leakage occurs, replace shock absorber
assembly.
Inspect threads for cracks or other damage
Replace if necessary
Inspect piston rod for cracks, deformation or
other damage Replace shock absorber
assembly if necessary
ASSEMBLY
Tape around piston rod
so as not to damage it
when tightening lock nut.
/-Washer
insulator cover
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REAR SUSPENSION
Suspension Arm (Cont'd)
Remove axle shaft assembly Refer to Axle
Remove stabilizer bar bolt
Remove suspension arm pin
Before removing, put matching mark on pin.
Shaft for removal
Disconnect shock absorber lower end
When installing, tighten suspension arm pin nut
to specified torque after installing wheels and
placing vehicle on ground under the curb
weight. Refer to Section MA for toe-in adjustment
INSPECTION
Check suspension arm for deformation or
Check rubber bushings for wear or other
If necessary, replace rubber bushing using a
suitable tool.
cracks Replace if necessary.
damage
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Suspension Member and
Differential Mounting Insulator
INSPECTION
Check differential mounting insulator for
deformation or cracks Replace if necessary
Check suspension member for deformation or
cracks Replace if necessary
If member insulator is deformed or cracked,
replace
it using a suitable tool
a
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b Install member insulator using a suitable tool.
Be sure to install in
its proper place.
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