Nissan Pathfinder (2012 year). Manual — part 390
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ON-VEHICLE SERVICE
1. Place front wheels on turning radius gauges in straight ahead
position and rear wheels on stands so that vehicle can be level.
Check the maximum inner and outer wheel turning angles for LH
and RH road wheels.
2. Start engine and run at idle, turn steering wheel all the way right
and left, measure the turning angle.
• Any turning angles are not adjustable. If any of steering angles
are out of the specification, check if the following parts are
worn or damaged.
- Steering gear
- Steering column
- Front suspension components
If found that they are worn or damaged, replace them with new ones.
Wheel turning angle
(full turn)
: Refer to
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UPPER BALL JOINT AND LOWER BALL JOINT
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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 cotter pin hole or groove
of ball stud)
Upper
: Refer to
Lower : Refer to
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Turning torque (B)
Upper
: Refer to
Lower
: Refer to
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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)
: Refer to
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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
REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION
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
A.
To connecting rod
B.
To jounce bumper
Vehicle front
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COIL SPRING AND SHOCK ABSORBER
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UNIT 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
Disposal
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1. Set shock absorber horizontally with the piston rod fully extended.
2. Drill 2 – 3 mm (0.08 – 0.12 in) hole at the position ( ) from top
as shown in the figure to release gas gradually.
CAUTION:
• Wear eye protection (safety glasses).
• Wear gloves.
• Be careful with metal chips or oil blown out by the com-
pressed gas.
NOTE:
• Drill vertically in this direction (
).
• Directly to the outer tube avoiding brackets.
• The gas is clear, colorless, odorless, and harmless.
3. Position the drilled hole downward and drain oil by moving the piston rod several times.
CAUTION:
Dispose of drained oil according to the law and local regulations.
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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 under cover 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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UPPER LINK
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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 pinch bolt from the lower joint
shaft at the steering gear, and position 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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