Nissan Pathfinder (2008 year). Manual — part 411
UPPER BALL JOINT AND LOWER BALL JOINT
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UPPER BALL JOINT AND LOWER BALL JOINT
Inspection
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• Check the ball joint for excessive play. Replace the upper or lower link assembly if any of the following
exists:
- Ball joint stud is worn.
- Ball joint is hard to swing.
- Ball joint play in axial directions or end play is excessive.
SWINGING FORCE
NOTE:
Before checking the axial forces and end play, turn the lower ball joint at least 10 revolutions so that the ball
joint is properly broken in.
1.
Measure the ball joint swinging force using a suitable tool.
• Measure at the cotter pin hole for upper ball joint as shown.
• Measure at the groove for lower ball joint as shown.
2.
Verify the ball joint swinging force is within specification.
TURNING FORCE
NOTE:
Before checking the axial forces and end play, turn the lower ball joint at least 10 revolutions so that the ball
joint is properly broken in.
VERTICAL END PLAY
Check dust cover for damage. Replace it and the cover clamp if necessary.
NOTE:
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Swinging force “A” (Measurement point at either cot-
ter pin hole or groove of ball stud)
Upper
: 8.1 - 79 N (0.83 - 8.1 kg-f, 1.82 - 17.8 lb-f) at
hole
Lower
: 11.4 - 145.5 N (1.16 - 14.84 kg-f, 2.56 - 32.71 lb-
f) at groove
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Turning torque “B”
Upper
: 0.5 - 4.9 N·m (0.05 - 0.49 kg-m, 5 - 43 in-lb)
Lower
: 0.5 - 6.4 N·m (0.05 - 0.65 kg-m, 5 - 56 in-lb)
SFA858A
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UPPER BALL JOINT AND LOWER BALL JOINT
Before checking the axial forces and end play, turn the lower ball
joint at least 10 revolutions so that the ball joint is properly broken in.
Vertical end play “C”
: 0 mm (0 in)
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KNUCKLE
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KNUCKLE
On-Vehicle Inspection and Service
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Make sure the mounting conditions (looseness, backlash) of each component and component status (wear,
damage) are within specifications. Refer to
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FRONT SUSPENSION ASSEMBLY
ON-VEHICLE REPAIR
FRONT SUSPENSION ASSEMBLY
Component
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1.
Dust cover
2.
Shock absorber
3.
Upper link
4.
Steering knuckle
5.
Cotter pin
6.
Washer
7.
Jounce bumper
8.
Bolt
9.
Lower link
10. Connecting rod
11. Stabilizer bar bushing
12. Stabilizer bar bracket
13. Stabilizer bar
14. Coil spring
15. Dust cover cap
16. Upper spring seat
17. Spacer
18. Shock absorber mounting insulator
19. Spacer
20. Washer
21. Cap
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Front
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COIL SPRING AND SHOCK ABSORBER
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REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION
COIL SPRING AND SHOCK ABSORBER
Removal and Installation
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REMOVAL
1.
Remove the wheel and tire using power tool.
2.
Support the lower link using a suitable jack.
3.
Remove connecting rod upper joints from stabilizer bar using power tool. Refer to
• Swing stabilizer bar down, repositioning it out of the way to access shock absorber lower mount.
4.
Remove the shock absorber lower bolt and nut using power tool.
5.
Remove the three shock absorber upper mounting nuts using
power tool.
6.
Remove the coil spring and shock absorber assembly.
• Turn steering knuckle out to gain enough clearance for
removal.
INSTALLATION
Installation is in the reverse order of removal.
• The step in the strut assembly lower seat faces outside of vehicle.
• Tighten all nuts and bolts to specification. Refer to
• When installing wheel and tire, refer to
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STABILIZER BAR
STABILIZER BAR
Removal and Installation
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REMOVAL
1.
Remove the front valance center.
2.
Remove engine undercover using power tool.
3.
Remove connecting rod nuts using power tool.
4.
Loosen top bolts for stabilizer bar brackets, then remove lower
bolts from brackets and remove stabilizer bar.
5.
Remove bushings from stabilizer bar.
INSPECTION AFTER REMOVAL
• Check stabilizer bar for twist and deformation. Replace if necessary.
• Check rubber bushing for cracks, wear and deterioration. Replace if necessary.
INSTALLATION
Installation is in the reverse order of removal.
• Tighten all nuts and bolts to specification. Refer to
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LOWER LINK
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LOWER LINK
Removal and Installation
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REMOVAL
1.
Remove the wheel and tire using power tool.
2.
Remove lower shock absorber bolt and nut using power tool.
3.
Remove stabilizer bar connecting rod lower nut using power tool, then separate connecting rod from lower
link. Refer to
FSU-14, "Removal and Installation"
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4.
For 4WD models, remove the drive shaft. Refer to
FAX-6, "Removal and Installation"
5.
Remove pinch bolt from steering knuckle using power tool, then
separate lower link ball joint from steering knuckle.
6.
Remove lower link adjusting bolts and nuts, then the lower link.
NOTE:
Some vehicles may be equipped with straight (non-adjustable)
lower link bolts and washers. In order to adjust camber and
caster on these vehicles, first replace the lower link bolts and
washers with adjustable (cam) bolts and washers.
7.
Remove the jounce bumper from the lower link.
INSPECTION AFTER REMOVAL
Lower Link
Check for deformation and cracks. Replace if necessary.
Lower Link Bushing
Check for distortion and damage. Replace if necessary.
INSTALLATION
Installation is in the reverse order of removal.
• Tighten all nuts and bolts to specification. Refer to
• When installing wheel and tire, refer to
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• After installation, check that the front wheel alignment is within specification. Refer to
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UPPER LINK
UPPER LINK
Removal and Installation
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REMOVAL
1.
Remove the wheel and tire using power tool.
2.
Support the lower link using a suitable jack.
3.
For the LH side only, remove the bolt from the lower joint of the
lower joint shaft, then reposition the lower joint shaft out of the
way.
CAUTION:
• Do not damage the lower joint.
4.
Remove cotter pin and nut from upper link ball joint.
5.
Separate upper link ball joint stud from steering knuckle using
Tool.
6.
Remove upper link bolts and nuts.
INSPECTION AFTER REMOVAL
Upper Link
Check for deformation and cracks. Replace if necessary.
Upper Link Ball Joint
Check for distortion and damage. Replace if necessary.
INSTALLATION
Installation is in the reverse order of removal.
• Tighten all nuts and bolts to specification. Refer to
CAUTION:
Always replace drive shaft lock nut and cotter pin.
• When installing wheel and tire, refer to
• After installation, check that the front wheel alignment is within specification. Refer to
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Tool number
: ST29020001 (J-24319-01)
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