suspension NISSAN TIIDA 2008 Service Repair Manual

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QUICK REFERENCE INDEX
AGENERAL INFORMATIONGIGeneral Information
BENGINEEMEngine Mechanical
LUEngine Lubrication System
COEngine Cooling System
ECEngine Control System
FLFuel System
EXExhaust System
ACCAccelerator Control System
CTRANSMISSION/
TRANSAXLECLClutch System
MTManual Transaxle
ATAutomatic Transaxle
CVTCVT
DDRIVELINE/AXLEFAXFront Axle
RAXRear Axle
ESUSPENSIONFSUFront Suspension
RSURear Suspension
WTRoad Wheels & Tires
FBRAKESBRBrake System
PBParking Brake System
BRCBrake Control System
GSTEERINGPSPower Steering System
STCSteering Control System
HRESTRAINTSSBSeat Belts
SRSSupplemental Restraint System (SRS)
IBODYBLBody, Lock & Security System
GWGlasses, Window System & Mirrors
RFRoof
EIExterior & Interior
IPInstrument Panel
SESeat
JAIR CONDITIONERMTCManual Air Conditioner
KELECTRICALSCStarting & Charging System
LTLighting System
DIDriver Information System
WWWiper, Washer & Horn
BCSBody Control System
LANLAN System
AVAudio Visual, Navigation & Telephone System
ACSAuto Cruise Control System
PGPower Supply, Ground & Circuit Elements
LMAINTENANCEMAMaintenance
Edition: May 2007
Revision: May 2007
Publication No. SM8E-1C11U0
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BL-228
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BODY REPAIR
4. Front pillar inner reinforcement (RH&LH)
5. Lower dash reinforcement
6. 4th crossmember (RH&LH)
7. Front side member rear extension (RH&LH)
8. 3rd crossmember (RH&LH)
9. Front seat outer rear bracket (RH&LH)
10. Front seat inner rear bracket (RH&LH)
11. 2nd crossmember (RH&LH)
12. Front seat outer front bracket (RH&LH)
13. Front seat inner front bracket (RH&LH)
14. Fender bracket (RH&LH)
15. Strut housing assembly RH
16. Cowl top side upper (RH&LH)
17. Front strut housing (RH&LH)
18. Upper torque rod reinforcement
19. Closing plate assembly RH
20. Engine mount reinforcement
21. Strut tower front reinforcement RH
22. Front hoodledge lower RH
23. Frame bracket outer (RH&LH)
24. Front bumper support bracket (RH&LH)
25. Closing plate (RH&LH)
26. Front suspension rear bracket (RH&LH)
27. Front side member outrigger (RH&LH)
28. Front side member assembly (RH&LH)
29. Front side member (RH&LH)
30. Frame bracket (RH&LH)
31. Closing plate assembly LH
32. Hoodledge connector (RH&LH)
33. Radiator core side support (RH&LH)
34. Radiator core support upper (RH&LH)
35. Hoodledge upper (RH&LH)
36. Hoodledge reinforcement assembly (RH&LH)
37. Dash side (RH&LH)
38. Dash side assembly (RH& LH)
39. Front floor reinforcement (RH&LH)
40. Front floor front (RH&LH)
41. Front floor center
42. Rear seat crossmember
43. Rear center crossmember
44. Rear seat upper crossmember
45. Rear side member (RH&LH)
46. Sill inner extension (RH&LH)
47. Rear side member extension (RH&LH)
48. Rear side member assembly (RH & LH)
49. Rear floor front
50. Rear floor front assembly
51. Rear floor side (RH&LH)
52. Rear floor rear

BODY REPAIR
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FRONT PILLAR
• Work after the rear hoodledge reinforcement and the outer sill reinforcement have been removed.
Change parts
●Outrigger●Front suspension bracket
LIIA2897E

BR-4
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NOISE, VIBRATION AND HARSHNESS (NVH) TROUBLESHOOTING
NOISE, VIBRATION AND HARSHNESS (NVH) TROUBLESHOOTING
NVH Troubleshooting ChartINFOID:0000000001703778
Use the chart below to help you find the cause of the symptom. If necessary, repair or replace these parts.
×: ApplicableReference page
BR-23
, BR-29
BR-23
, BR-29BR-23
BR-25
, BR-29
BR-25
, BR-29
BR-25
, BR-29
BR-25
, BR-29
BR-25
, BR-29—
BR-25, BR-29BR-29
FAX-4, "
NVH Troubleshooting Chart
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MT-7, "
NVH Troubleshooting Chart
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FSU-5, "
NVH Troubleshooting Chart
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WT-4, "
NVH Troubleshooting Chart
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WT-4, "
NVH Troubleshooting Chart
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FAX-4, "
NVH Troubleshooting Chart
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PS-5, "
NVH Troubleshooting Chart
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Possible cause and
SUSPECTED PARTS
Pads/Lining damaged
Pads/Lining - uneven wear
Shims damaged
Rotor imbalance
Rotor damage
Rotor runout
Rotor deformation
Rotor deflection
Rotor rust
Rotor thickness variation
Drum out of round
WHEEL HUB
DIFFERENTIAL
SUSPENSION
TIRES
ROAD WHEEL
DRIVE SHAFT
STEERING
SymptomNoise××× ×××××××
Shake× × ×××××
Shimmy, Shudder×××××××× ××× ×

WHEEL SENSORS
BRC-33
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• When installing rear wheel sensor, press rubber grommets of suspension arm bracket and harness of side
member all the way in until they get locked, and be careful not to apply a twist to harness. Harness should
not be twisted after installation. (Aim the paint mark upward of vehicle.)

FAX-4
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NOISE, VIBRATION AND HARSHNESS (NVH) TROUBLESHOOTING
NOISE, VIBRATION AND HARSHNESS (NVH) TROUBLESHOOTING
NVH Troubleshooting ChartINFOID:0000000001703700
Use chart below to help you find the cause of the symptom. If necessary, repair or replace these parts.
×: ApplicableReference page
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FAX-5—
FAX-5
FSU-5, "
NVH Troubleshooting Chart
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Refer to Front axle in this chart.
WT-4, "
NVH Troubleshooting Chart
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WT-4, "
NVH Troubleshooting Chart
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Refer to DRIVE SHAFT in this chart.
BR-4, "
NVH Troubleshooting Chart
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PS-5, "
NVH Troubleshooting Chart
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Possible cause and SUSPECTED PARTS
Excessive joint angle
Joint sliding resistance
Imbalance
Improper installation, looseness
Parts interference
Wheel bearing damage
FRONT SUSPENSION
FRONT AXLE
TIRES
ROAD WHEELS
DRIVE SHAFT
BRAKES
STEERING
SymptomDRIVE
SHAFTNoise×× ××××× ××
Shake× × ××××× ××
FRONT
AXLENoise×××× ×××××
Shake×××× ×××××
Vibration×××××××
Shimmy×××××××
Shudder× × ×× ××
Poor quality ride or handling×××××

FRONT WHEEL HUB AND KNUCKLE
FAX-5
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On-Vehicle Inspection and ServiceINFOID:0000000001703701
• Check the axle and suspension parts for excessive play, wear, or damage.
• Shake each front wheel to check for excessive play as shown.
FRONT WHEEL BEARING INSPECTION
• Move wheel hub and bearing assembly in the axial direction by hand. Make sure the axial end play is within
specification.
• Check that the wheel hub bearing operates smoothly.
• Replace the wheel hub assembly if the axial end play exceeds specification, or if the wheel bearing does not
turn smoothly. Refer to RAX-4, "
Removal and Installation" .
CAUTION:
The wheel hub assembly does not require maintenance. If any of the following symptoms are noted,
replace the wheel hub assembly.
• Growling noise is emitted from the wheel hub bearing during operation.
• Wheel hub bearing drags or turns roughly.
Removal and InstallationINFOID:0000000001703702
COMPONENT
REMOVAL
1. Remove wheel and tire using power tool. Refer to WT-6, "Rotation" .
SMA525A
Axial end play : 0.05 mm (0.002 in) or less
1. Drive shaft 2. Steering knuckle 3. Splash guard
4. Wheel hub and bearing assembly 5. Cotter pin
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FUEL TANK
FL-11
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9. Remove brake tube protector (1) from rear axle (2).
10. Loosen fuel filler hose clamp (3) and remove fuel filler hose (1)
from fuel tank (2).
CAUTION:
Do not remove fuel filler hose (1) from fuel filler tube. Do not
allow contact with the suspension during installation. When
removing fuel filler hose (1) at the fuel filler tube, mark com-
ponents for alignment.
11. Remove vent hose (1) and EVAP hose (2) at rear of fuel tank.
• Disconnect vent hose and EVAP hose quick connectors using
the following procedures.
a. Pinch retaining tabs (A) of vent hose quick connector and
remove vent hose (1).
b. Slide sleeve (B) of EVAP hose quick connector and remove
EVAP hose (2).
• If hoses are stuck, push and pull several times until they move
freely, and disconnect.
CAUTION:
• The tube can be removed when the tabs are completely depressed. Do not twist it more than
necessary.
• Do not use any tools to remove the quick connector.
• Keep the resin tube away from heat. Be especially careful when welding near the tube.
• Prevent acid liquid such as battery electrolyte, from getting on the resin tube.
• Do not bend or twist the tube during installation and removal.
• Do not insert plug that may cause damage to O-ring in quick connector.
• To keep the connecting portion clean and to avoid dam-
age and foreign materials, cover them completely with
plastic bags or something similar.
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WBIA0765E
WBIA0766E
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FSU-1
SUSPENSION
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SECTION FSU
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FRONT SUSPENSION
SERVICE INFORMATION ............................2
PRECAUTIONS ...................................................2
Precaution for Supplemental Restraint System
(SRS) "AIR BAG" and "SEAT BELT PRE-TEN-
SIONER" ...................................................................
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Precaution for Procedure without Cowl Top Cover ......2
Cautions ....................................................................2
PREPARATION ...................................................3
Special Service Tool .................................................3
Commercial Service Tool ..........................................4
NOISE, VIBRATION AND HARSHNESS
(NVH) TROUBLESHOOTING .............................
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NVH Troubleshooting Chart ......................................5
FRONT SUSPENSION ASSEMBLY ...................6
On-Vehicle Inspection and Service ...........................6
Wheel Alignment Inspection .....................................6
Component ...............................................................9
Removal and Installation .........................................10
COIL SPRING AND STRUT ..............................11
Removal and Installation .........................................11
Disassembly and Assembly .....................................11
TRANSVERSE LINK .........................................14
Removal and Installation .........................................14
STABILIZER BAR .............................................15
Removal and Installation .........................................15
SERVICE DATA AND SPECIFICATIONS
(SDS) .................................................................
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Wheel Alignment (Unladen*) ...................................16
Ball Joint ..................................................................16
Wheelarch Height (Unladen*) ..................................17

FSU-2
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PRECAUTIONS
SERVICE INFORMATION
PRECAUTIONS
Precaution for Supplemental Restraint System (SRS) "AIR BAG" and "SEAT BELT
PRE-TENSIONER"
INFOID:0000000001703715
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. This system includes seat belt switch inputs and dual stage front air bag modules. The SRS
system uses the seat belt switches to determine the front air bag deployment, and may only deploy one front
air bag, depending on the severity of a collision and whether the front occupants are belted or unbelted.
Information necessary to service the system safely is included in the SRS and SB section of this Service Man-
ual.
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.
Precaution for Procedure without Cowl Top CoverINFOID:0000000001703716
When performing the procedure after removing cowl top cover, cover
the lower end of windshield.
CautionsINFOID:0000000001703717
• When installing rubber bushings, the final tightening must be carried out under unladen conditions with tires
on ground. Oil might 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.
• Self-lock nuts are not reusable. Always use new ones when installing.
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