NISSAN X-TRAIL 2005 Service Repair Manual

REAR DRIVE SHAFT
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7. Install boot securely into grooves (indicated by * marks) shown
in the figure.
CAUTION:
If there is grease on boot mounting surfaces (indicated by *
marks) of joint, boot may come off. Remove all grease from
surfaces.
8. Check that boot installation length “L” is the length indicated
below. Insert a flat-bladed screwdriver or similar tool into smaller
side of boot. Remove air from boot to prevent boot deformation.
CAUTION:

Boot may break if boot installation length is less than
standard value.

Be careful that screwdriver tip does not contact inside
surface of boot.
9. Secure big and small ends of boot with new boot bands as
shown in figure.
CAUTION:
Rotate housing and check that boot installation position
does not change. If position changes, reinstall boot bands.
Wheel Side
1. Use a drift (SST) to press-fit sensor rotor into joint sub-assem-
bly.
CAUTION:
Discard the old sensor rotor; replace with a new one.
SDIA0599E
Boot installation length:
78.6 - 80.6 mm (3.094 - 3.173 in)
SDIA0600E
SFA395
SDIA0602E

RAX-18
REAR DRIVE SHAFT

2. Wind serrated part of drive shaft with tape. Install boot band and
boot to shaft. Be careful not to damage boot.
CAUTION:
Discard the old boot band and boot; replace with new ones.
3. Remove protective tape wound around serrated part of shaft.
4. Attach circular clip to shaft. At this time, circular clip must fit
securely into the shaft groove. Attach nut to joint sub-assembly.
Use a wooden hammer to press-fit.
CAUTION:
Discard the old circular clip; replace with a new one.
5. Insert the amount of grease (Nissan genuine grease or equiva-
lent) listed below into housing from large end of boot.
6. Install boot securely into grooves (indicated by * marks) shown
in the figure.
CAUTION:
If there is grease on boot mounting surfaces (indicated by *
marks) of joint sub-assembly, boot may come off. Remove
all grease from surfaces.
7. Check that boot installation length “L” is the length indicated
below. Insert a flat-bladed screwdriver or similar tool into smaller
side of boot. Remove air from boot to prevent boot deformation.
CAUTION:

Boot may break if boot installation length is less than standard value.

Be careful that screwdriver tip does not contact inside surface of boot.
8. Secure big and small ends of boot with new boot bands as
shown in the figure.
CAUTION:
Rotate housing and check that boot installation position
does not change. If position changes, reinstall boot bands.
SDIA0597E
Grease amount : 35 - 45 g (1.23 - 1.59 oz)
RAC0049D
Boot installation length:
66.7 - 68.7 mm (2.626 - 2.705 in)SDIA0607E
SFA395

SERVICE DATA AND SPECIFICATIONS (SDS)
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SERVICE DATA AND SPECIFICATIONS (SDS)PFP:00030
Wheel BearingEDS000ID
Drive ShaftEDS000IE
Rotation torque 1.96 N·m (0.20 kg-m, 17 in-lb) or less
Spring balance reading 12.8 N (1.30 kg) or less
Installation location of spring balance mm (in)
Axial end play 0.05 mm (0.0020 in) or less
SDIA0148E
Specified amount of greaseFinal drive side 40 - 50 g (1.41 - 1.77 oz)
Wheel side 35 - 45 g (1.23 - 1.59 oz)
Boot lengthFinal drive side (L
2 ) 78.6 - 80.6 mm (3.094 - 3.173 in)
Wheel side (L
1 ) 66.7 - 68.7 mm (2.626 - 2.705 in)
SDIA0618E

RAX-20
SERVICE DATA AND SPECIFICATIONS (SDS)

FSU-1
FRONT SUSPENSION
E SUSPENSION
CONTENTS
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SECTION FSU
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FSU

FRONT SUSPENSION
PRECAUTIONS .......................................................... 2
Caution ..................................................................... 2
PREPARATION ........................................................... 3
Special Service Tools (SST) ..................................... 3
Commercial Service Tools ........................................ 3
NOISE, VIBRATION AND HARSHNESS (NVH)
TROUBLESHOOTING ................................................ 4
NVH Troubleshooting Chart ..................................... 4
FRONT SUSPENSION ASSEMBLY ........................... 5
Components ............................................................. 5
On-Vehicle Inspection and Service .......................... 6
LOOSENESS, BACKLASH AND DAMAGE OF
MOUNTING PARTS AND CONNECTIONS .......... 6
Wheel Alignment ...................................................... 6
DESCRIPTION ...................................................... 6
PRELIMINARY INSPECTION ............................... 6
INSPECTION OF CAMBER, CASTER, AND
KINGPIN INCLINATION ANGLES ........................ 6
STEERING ANGLE INSPECTION ........................ 7
COIL SPRING AND SHOCK ABSORBER ................. 8
Removal and Installation .......................................... 8
REMOVAL ............................................................. 8INSTALLATION ..................................................... 8
Disassembly and Assembly ...................................... 8
DISASSEMBLY ..................................................... 8
INSPECTION AFTER DISASSEMBLY .................. 8
ASSEMBLY ........................................................... 9
TRANSVERSE LINK ................................................. 10
Removal and Installation ........................................ 10
REMOVAL ........................................................... 10
INSPECTION AFTER REMOVAL ....................... 10
INSTALLATION ................................................... 10
STABILIZER BAR ..................................................... 11
Removal and Installation ........................................ 11
REMOVAL ........................................................... 11
INSPECTION AFTER REMOVAL ....................... 11
INSTALLATION ................................................... 11
FRONT SUSPENSION MEMBER ............................. 12
Removal and Installation ........................................ 12
REMOVAL ........................................................... 12
INSTALLATION ................................................... 12
SERVICE DATA AND SPECIFICATIONS (SDS) ...... 13
General Specification ............................................. 13
Wheel Alignment (Unladen) .................................... 13
Ball Joint ................................................................. 13
Wheelarch Height (Unladen) .................................. 13

FSU-2
PRECAUTIONS

PRECAUTIONSPFP:00001
CautionEES0006Z

When installing rubber bushings, final tightening must be carried out under unladen conditions with tires
on flat, level ground. Oil will shorten the life of rubber bushings. Be sure to wipe off any spilled oil.

“Unladen condition” means that fuel, coolant and lubricant are full and ready for drive. However, spare tire,
jack, and hand tools should be unloaded.

After installing the removed suspension parts, always check wheel alignment and adjust if necessary.

Replace the caulking nut with a new one. Install a new nut without wiping the oil off before tightening.

PREPARATION
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PREPARATIONPFP:00002
Special Service Tools (SST)EES00070
Commercial Service ToolsEES000JC
Tool number
Tool nameDescription
HT7252000
Ball joint removerRemoving tie-rod outer and lower ball
joint
ST3127S000
Preload gaugeMeasuring ball joint sliding torque
KV991040S1
CCK gauge attachment
1. KV99104020 Adapter A
2. KV99104030 Adapter B
3. KV99104040 Adapter C
4. KV99104050 Adapter D
5. KV99104060 Plate
6. KV99104070 Guide bolt
7. KV99104080 Spring
8. KV99104090 Center plateMeasuring wheel alignment
ST35652000
Strut attachmentDisassembling and assembling strut
S-NT146
ZZA0806D
ZZA1167D
ZZA0807D
Tool nameDescription
Attachment wheel alignment
a: screw M24 x 1.5 pitch
b: 35 mm (1.38 in) dia.
c: 65 mm (2.56 in) dia.
d: 56 mm (2.20 in) dia.
e: 12 mm (0.47 in) dia.Measure wheel alignment
S-NT148

FSU-4
NOISE, VIBRATION AND HARSHNESS (NVH) TROUBLESHOOTING

NOISE, VIBRATION AND HARSHNESS (NVH) TROUBLESHOOTINGPFP:00003
NVH Troubleshooting ChartEES000ID
Use the chart below to help you find the cause of the symptom. If necessary, repair or replace these parts.
×: ApplicableReference page
FSU-5 FSU-8—
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FSU-5 FSU-6 FSU-11
NVH in PR section
NVH in RFD section.
NVH in RAX and RSU section.
NVH in WT section.
NVH in WT section.
NVH in RAX section.
NVH in BR section.
NVH in PS section.
Possible cause and SUSPECTED PARTS
Improper installation, looseness
Shock absorber deformation, damage or deflection
Bushing or mounting deterioration
Parts interference
Spring fatigue
Suspension looseness
Incorrect wheel alignment
Stabilizer bar fatigue
PROPELLER SHAFT
DIFFERENTIAL
REAR AXLE AND REAR SUSPENSION
TIRES
ROAD WHEEL
DRIVE SHAFT
BRAKES
STEERING
Symptom FRONT SUSPENSIONNoise××××× × ××× ×××××
Shake×××× × × × ×××××
Vibration××××× × ×× × ×
Shimmy×××× × ××× ××
Judder××× ××× ××
Poor quality ride or han-
dling×× × × × ×× × × ×

FRONT SUSPENSION ASSEMBLY
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FRONT SUSPENSION ASSEMBLYPFP:54010
ComponentsEES00071
SEIA0568E

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FRONT SUSPENSION ASSEMBLY

On-Vehicle Inspection and ServiceEES00072
LOOSENESS, BACKLASH AND DAMAGE OF MOUNTING PARTS AND CONNECTIONS
Lift vehicle and inspect the following:

Check mounting point of each component for looseness, backlash and damage.

Check lower ball joint end play.
1. Attach a dial gauge so that the contact rests on the brake caliper.
2. Set front wheels in a straight-ahead position. Do not depress brake pedal.
3. Measure axial end play by placing an iron pry bar or something similar between transverse link and steer-
ing knuckle.
CAUTION:
Be careful not to damage ball joint boot.
4. If axial end play is outside the standard, remove transverse link and check lower ball joint.
Wheel AlignmentEES00073
DESCRIPTION

Measure wheel alignment under unladen conditions. “Unladen conditions” means that fuel, coolant, and
lubricant are full. However, spare tyre, jack, and hand tools should be unloaded.
PRELIMINARY INSPECTION
1. Check the tyre for improper air pressure and wear.
2. Check road wheels for runout.
3. Check wheel bearing axial endplay.
4. Check lower ball joint axial endplay.
5. Check strut operation.
6. Check each mounting point of axle and suspension for looseness and deformation.
7. Check each link and arm for cracks, deformation, and other damage.
8. Check the vehicle posture.
INSPECTION OF CAMBER, CASTER, AND KINGPIN INCLINATION ANGLES

Camber, caster, and kingpin inclination angles cannot be adjusted.

Before inspection, mount front wheels onto turning radius gauge. Mount rear wheels onto a stand that has
same height so the vehicle will remain horizontal.
1. Measure camber, caster and kingpin inclination of both right and
left wheels with a suitable alignment gauge.
2. If camber, caster or kingpin inclination is not within specification,
inspect front suspension parts. Replace dam-aged or worn out
parts.
1. Upper mounting plate 2. Strut spacer 3. Strut mounting insulator
4. Strut mounting insulator bracket 5. Thrust bearing 6. Spring upper seat
7. Upper rubber seat 8. Bound bumper 9. Coil spring
10. Strut 11. Axle assembly 12. Cotter pin
13. Clamp 14. Bushing 15. Stabilizer bar
16. Washer 17. Connecting rod 18. Suspension member
19. Member pin stay 20. Transverse link 21. Steering stopper bracket
Axial endplay : 0 mm (0 in)
Camber, caster and kingpin inclination:
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SERVICE DATA AND SPECIFICATIONS
(SDS)"
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