engine NISSAN 350Z 2007 Z33 Rear Suspension Workshop Manual

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PRECAUTIONS
Revision: 2006 November2007 350Z
PRECAUTIONSPFP:00001
CautionsNES0000K

When installing rubber bushings, final tightening must be carried out under unladen conditions with tires
on ground. Oil will 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.

Caulking nuts are not reusable. Always use new ones when installing. Since new caulking nuts are pre-
oiled, tighten as they are.

REAR SUSPENSION ASSEMBLY
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On-Vehicle InspectionNES0000O
Make sure the mounting conditions (looseness, back lash) of each component and component status (wear,
damage) are normal.
INSPECTION OF SUSPENSION ARM BALL JOINT END PLAY

Measure axial end play by installing and moving up/down with
an iron pry bar or something similar between suspension arm
and axle.
CAUTION:
Be careful not to damage ball joint boot.
SHOCK ABSORBER INSPECTION

Check shock absorber for oil leakage, damage and replace if necessary.
Wheel Alignment InspectionNES0000P
DESCRIPTION

Measure wheel alignment under unladen conditions. “Unladen conditions” means that fuel, engine cool-
ant, and lubricant are full. Spare tire, jack, hand tools and mats in designated positions.
PRELIMINARY INSPECTION

Check tires for improper air pressure and wear.

Check road wheels for runout.

Check wheel bearing axial end play.

Check ball joint axial end play of suspension arm.

Check shock absorber operation.

Check each mounting point of axle and suspension for looseness and deformation.

Check each link, arm and member for cracks, deformation, and other damage.

Check vehicle posture.
GENERAL INFORMATION AND RECOMMENDATIONS

A four-wheel thrust alignment should be performed.
–This type of alignment is recommended 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 rack itself should be capable of accepting any NISSAN/INFINITI vehicle.
–The rack should be checked to ensure that it is level.

Make sure the machine is properly calibrated.
–Your alignment equipment should be regularly calibrated in order to give correct information.
–Check with the manufacturer of your specific equipment for their recommended Service/Calibration
Schedule.Axial end play : 0 mm (0 in)
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SERVICE DATA AND SPECIFICATIONS (SDS)
Revision: 2006 November2007 350Z
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Wheel Alignment (Unladen*)NES00010
*: Fuel, engine coolant and lubricant are full. Spare tire, jack, hand tools and mats are in designated positions.
Ball JointNES00011
Wheelarch Height (Unladen*)NES00012
*: Fuel, engine coolant and lubricant are full. Spare tire, jack, hand tools and mats are in designated positions.Camber
Degree minute (Decimal degree)Minimum –2° 05′ (–2.08°)
Nominal –1° 35′ (–1.58°)
Maximum –1° 05′ (–1.08°)
Total toe-inDistanceMinimum 1.1 mm (0.043 in)
Nominal 1.9 mm (0.075 in)
Maximum 2.7 mm (0.106 in)
Angle (left wheel or right wheel)
Degree minute (Decimal degree)Minimum 0° 02′ 54″ (0.05°)
Nominal 0° 04′ 54″ (0.08°)
Maximum 0° 06′ 54″ (0.12°)
Axial end play0 mm (0 in)
Swing torque 0.5 - 3.4 N·m (0.06 - 0.34 kg-m, 5 - 30 in-lb)
Measurement on spring balance (cotter pinhole position) 8.06 - 54.8 N (0.83 - 5.5 kg, 1.81 - 12.32 lb)
Rotating torque 0.5 - 3.4 N·m (0.06 - 0.34 kg-m, 5 - 30 in-lb)
Applied model225/45R18 (Front)
245/45R18 (Rear)245/40R18 (Front)
265/35R19 (Rear)
Coupe Roadster Coupe
Front (Hf) 683 mm (26.89 in) 683 mm (26.89 in)
Rear (Hr) 706 mm (27.80 in) 705 mm (27.76 in) 703 mm (27.68 in)
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