Nissan Juke F15. Manual - part 1101

REAR SHOCK ABSORBER

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Note the following, and install in the reverse order of removal.

• To install bushings (1), securely insert protrusion (A) into the hole

on the vehicle body side.

•  Install washer (1) in the direction shown in the figure.

• Perform final tightening of bolts and nuts at the shock absorber

lower side (rubber bushing), under unladen conditions with tires on

level ground.

• Hold a head (A) of shock absorber piston rod nut to have it rotate,

then tighten the piston rod lock nut (1) to the specified torque.

CAUTION:

Never reuse piston rod lock nut.

• When installing the cap, securely engage the cap groove (A) with

the flange on the vehicle side.

• Perform inspection after installation. Refer to 

RSU-25, "Inspec-

tion"

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• After replacing the shock absorber, always follow the disposal pro-

cedure to discard the shock absorber. Refer to 

RSU-25, "Inspec-

tion"

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Inspection

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INSPECTION AFTER REMOVAL

Shock Absorber

Check the following items, and replace the part if necessary.

• Shock absorber for deformation, cracks, and other damage.

• Piston rod for damage, uneven wear, and distortion.

• Oil leakage.

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: Bushing side

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REAR SHOCK ABSORBER

Bound Bumper, Bushing

Check for cracks and damage. Replace it if necessary.

Washer, Bound Bumper Cover, Distance Tube

• Check for cracks and damage. Replace it if necessary.

INSPECTION AFTER INSTALLATION

1. Check wheel alignment. Refer to 

RSU-22, "Inspection"

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2. Adjust neutral position of steering angle sensor. Refer to 

BRC-63, "Work Procedure"

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Disposal

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1. Set shock absorber horizontally to the ground with the piston rod fully extracted.
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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: 20 – 30 mm (0.79 – 1.18 in)

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COIL SPRING

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COIL SPRING

Exploded View

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Removal and Installation

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REMOVAL

1. Remove tires with power tool. Refer to 

WT-39, "Removal and Installation"

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2. Remove wheel sensor and sensor harness. Refer to 

BRC-150, "REAR WHEEL SENSOR : Removal and

Installation"

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3. Set jack under suspension arm.

CAUTION:

• Never damage the suspension arm with a jack.

• Check the stable condition when using a jack.

4. Separate rear shock absorber lower side form suspension arm. Refer to 

RSU-24, "Removal and Installa-

tion"

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5. Separate upper link from suspension arm.
6. Slowly lower jack, then remove upper rubber seat, coil spring and lower rubber seat from suspension arm.

CAUTION:

Operate while checking that jack supporting status is stable.

7. Perform inspection after removal. Refer to 

RSU-28, "Inspection"

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INSTALLATION

Note the following, and install in the reverse order of removal.

1.

Upper rubber seat

2.

Coil spring

3.

Lower rubber seat

4.

Suspension arm

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• Install the lower rubber seat a projection (A) is attached as suspen-

sion arm mounting hole (B).

• Match up lower rubber seat indentions and suspension arm

grooves and attach.

• Install coil spring (1) lower end with spring end holding section (B)

of lower rubber seat (2).

• Mach up coil spring (1) upper end to the centre of upper rubber

seat (2) projection (A) as shown in figure.

• Perform inspection after installation. Refer to 

RSU-28, "Inspec-

tion"

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Inspection

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INSPECTION AFTER REMOVAL

Check rubber seat and coil spring for deformation, crack, and damage. Replace it if necessary.

INSPECTION AFTER INSTALLATION

1. Check wheel sensor harness for proper connection. Refer to 

BRC-148, "REAR WHEEL SENSOR :

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2. Check wheel alignment. Refer to 

RSU-22, "Inspection"

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3. Adjust neutral position of steering angle sensor. Refer to 

BRC-63, "Work Procedure"

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Dimension (A)

: 10 mm (0.20 in) or less

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