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. Information necessary to service the system safely is included in the “SRS AIR BAG” and
“SEAT BELT” of this Service Manual.

WARNING:

Always observe the following items for preventing accidental activation.
• To avoid rendering the SRS inoperative, which could increase the risk of personal injury or death in

the event of a collision that 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 “SRS AIR BAG”.

• Never use electrical test equipment on any circuit related to the SRS unless instructed to in this Ser-

vice Manual. SRS wiring harnesses can be identified by yellow and/or orange harnesses or harness
connectors.

PRECAUTIONS WHEN USING POWER TOOLS (AIR OR ELECTRIC) AND HAMMERS

WARNING:

Always observe the following items for preventing accidental activation.
• When working near the Air Bag Diagnosis Sensor Unit or other Air Bag System sensors with the

ignition ON or engine running, never use air or electric power tools or strike near the sensor(s) with
a hammer. Heavy vibration could activate the sensor(s) and deploy the air bag(s), possibly causing
serious injury.

• When using air or electric power tools or hammers, always switch the ignition OFF, disconnect the

battery, and wait at least 3 minutes before performing any service.

Precaution Necessary for Steering Wheel Rotation After Battery Disconnect

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CAUTION:

Comply with the following cautions to prevent any error and malfunction.
• This Procedure is applied only to models with Intelligent Key system and NATS (NISSAN ANTI-

THEFT SYSTEM).

• Remove and install all control units after disconnecting both battery cables with the ignition switch

in the LOCK position.

• Always use CONSULT to perform self-diagnosis as a part of each function inspection after finishing

work. If DTC is detected, perform trouble diagnosis according to self-diagnostic results.

For models equipped with the Intelligent Key system and NATS, an electrically controlled steering lock mech-
anism is adopted on the key cylinder.
For this reason, if the battery is disconnected or if the battery is discharged, the steering wheel will lock and
steering wheel rotation will become impossible.
If steering wheel rotation is required when battery power is interrupted, follow the procedure below before
starting the repair operation.

OPERATION PROCEDURE

Connect both battery cables.
NOTE:
Supply power using jumper cables if battery is discharged.

Use the Intelligent Key or mechanical key to turn the ignition switch to the ACC position. At this time, the
steering lock will be released.

Disconnect both battery cables. The steering lock will remain released and the steering wheel can be
rotated.

Perform the necessary repair operation.

PRECAUTIONS

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FAX

When the repair work is completed, return the ignition switch to the LOCK position before connecting the
battery cables. (At this time, the steering lock mechanism will engage.)

Perform a self-diagnosis check of all control units using CONSULT.

Precautions for Drive Shaft

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CAUTION:

Note the following precautions when disassembling and assembling drive shaft.
• Joint sub-assembly does not disassemble because it is non-overhaul parts.
• Perform work in a dust-free location.
• Before disassembling and assembling, clean the parts.
• Prevent the entry of foreign objects during disassembly of the service location.
• Parts must be carefully reassembled in the correct order. If work is interrupted, a clean cover must

be placed over parts.

• Paper shop cloths must be used. Fabric shop cloths must not be used because of the danger of lint

adhering to parts.

• Disassembled parts (except for rubber parts) should be cleaned with kerosene which shall be

removed by blowing with air or wiping with paper shop cloths.

• When disassembling a joint or disassembling the drive shaft from the transaxle, when exists,

replace the circlip.

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PREPARATION

PREPARATION

Special Service Tool

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The actual shape of the tools may differ from those illustrated here.

Commercial Service Tools

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Tool number
(TechMate No.)
Tool name

Description

KV40107300
(

—

)

Boot band crimping tool

Installing boot band

KV40107500
(

—

)

Drive shaft attachment

Removing drive shaft

KV38107900
(

—

)

Protector

Installing drive shaft
a: 32 mm (1.26 in) dia.

ZZA1229D

ZZA1230D

PDIA1183J

Tool name

Description

Ball joint remover

Removing wheel stud

Drive shaft puller

Removing drive shaft joint sub assembly

NT146

JPDIG0152ZZ

PREPARATION

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Sliding hammer

Removing drive shaft

Power tool

Loosening nuts, screws and bolts

Tool name

Description

ZZA0023D

PIIB1407E

FAX-8

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FRONT WHEEL HUB AND KNUCKLE

PERIODIC MAINTENANCE

FRONT WHEEL HUB AND KNUCKLE

Exploded View

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Refer to

FAX-10, "Exploded View"

Inspection

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MOUNTING INSPECTION

Make sure that the mounting conditions (looseness, backlash) of each component and component conditions
(wear, damage) are normal.

WHEEL BEARING INSPECTION

• Move wheel hub and bearing assembly in the axial direction by hand. Make sure there is no looseness of

wheel bearing.

• Rotate wheel hub and make sure there is no unusual noise or other irregular conditions. If there is any irreg-

ular condition, replace wheel hub and bearing assembly.

Standard

Axial end play

: Refer to

FAX-38, "Wheel Bearing"

FRONT DRIVE SHAFT

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FAX

FRONT DRIVE SHAFT

Inspection

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• Check drive shaft mounting point and joint for looseness and other damage.
• Check boot for cracks and other damage.

CAUTION:

Replace entire drive shaft assembly when noise or vibration occur from drive shaft.

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FRONT WHEEL HUB AND KNUCKLE

REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION

FRONT WHEEL HUB AND KNUCKLE

Exploded View

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Removal and Installation

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REMOVAL

Wheel Hub and Bearing Assembly

Remove tires from vehicle.

Remove wheel sensor from steering knuckle. Refer to

BRC-

138, "FRONT WHEEL SENSOR : Exploded View"

CAUTION:

• Failure to separate the front wheel sensor from the streer-

ing knucklemay result in damage to the front wheel sen-
sor.

• Pull out the front wheel sensor, being careful to turn it as

little it possible. Do not pull on wheel sensor harness.

Remove lock plate from strut assembly. Refer to

BR-19, "FRONT : Exploded View"

(LHD),

BR-63,

"FRONT : Exploded View"

(RHD).

Remove torque member mounting bolts. Hang torque member not to interfere with work. Refer to

BR-37,

"BRAKE CALIPER ASSEMBLY : Exploded View"

(LHD),

BR-80, "BRAKE CALIPER ASSEMBLY :

Exploded View"

(RHD).

CAUTION:

Never depress brake pedal while brake caliper is removed.

Steering knuckle

Splash guard

Wheel hub and bearing assembly

Cotter pin

Refer to

GI-4, "Components"

for symbols in the figure.

E1DIA0224GB

ALDIA0526ZZ

FRONT WHEEL HUB AND KNUCKLE

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Put alignment marks (A) on disc brake rotor and wheel hub and
bearing. Remove disc brake rotor.

CAUTION:

Never drop the disc brake rotor.

Remove disc rotor.

Remove cotter pin, and then loosen hub lock nut.

Using a piece of wood and a suitable tool, tap on the lock nut to
disengage the drive shaft from the wheel hub and bearing.

CAUTION:

• Never place drive shaft joint at an extreme angle. Also be

careful not to overextend slide joint.

• Never allow drive shaft to hang down without support for

housing (or joint sub-assembly), shaft and the other parts.

NOTE:
Use suitable puller, if wheel hub and bearing assembly and drive
shaft cannot be separated even after performing the above pro-
cedure.

Remove the engine side cover.

10. Remove the lower nut and bolt from the steering knuckle. Refer to

FAX-10, "Exploded View"

11. Separate transverse link from steering knuckle.

12. Separate drive shaft from wheel hub and bearing, Reposition the drive shaft aside with wire. Refer to

FAX-

14, "Exploded View"

13. Remove the wheel hub and bearing bolts using power tool.

14. Remove the splash guard and the wheel hub and bearing from the steering knuckle.

Steering knuckle

Remove wheel hub and bearing assembly, and then remove splash guard.

Remove cotter pin (1) of steering outer socket, and then loosen
the nut.

Remove steering outer socket (2) from steering knuckle (3)
using the ball joint remover so as not damage ball joint boot (4).

CAUTION:

Temporarily tighten the nut to prevent damage to threads
and to prevent the ball joint remover from suddenly coming
off.

Remove transverse link from steering knuckle.

Remove steering knuckle from strut assembly.

Remove steering knuckle from vehicle.

INSTALLATION

Note the following, and install in the reverse order of the removal.
• Under unladen conditions perform the final tightening of each parts removed when removing wheel hub and

bearing assembly and steering knuckle.

CAUTION:

• Never reuse the wheel stud.
• Never reuse the cotter pin.

JPDIG0066ZZ

JPDIF0003ZZ

SGIA1183E

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FRONT WHEEL HUB AND KNUCKLE

Place a washer (A) as shown to install the wheel studs (1) by using
the tightening force of the nut (B).

CAUTION:

Check that there is no clearance between the wheel stud and
the wheel hub and bearing.

• Clean the mating surfaces of the wheel hub lock nut and the wheel hub and bearing.

CAUTION:

Never apply lubricating oil to these mating surfaces.
• Clean the mating surfaces of the joint sub-assembly and the wheel

hub and bearing. pply Molykote M77 lubricant to the surface (A) of
the joint sub-assembly.

CAUTION:

Apply lubricant to cover the entire flat mating surface of the
joint sub-assembly.

NOTE:
Always check with the Parts Department for the latest parts informa-
tion.

• Hold the wheel hub and bearing using a suitable tool. Tighten the wheel hub lock nut.

CAUTION:

• Since the drive shaft is assembled by press-fitting, use a torque wrench to tighten the wheel hub

lock nut. Do not use a power tool.

• Too much torque causes axle noise. Too little torque causes wheel bearing looseness. Tighten the

wheel hub lock nut to the specification.

• When installing a the cotter pin (1) and the nut retainer (2),

securely bend the cotter pin to prevent rattles.

• Align the matching marks (A) on the disc brake rotor and on the

wheel hub and bearing.

• Complete the inspection. Refer to

FAX-8, "Inspection"

JPDIF0300ZZ

Amount of lubricant

FAX-37, "Drive Shaft"

JPDIG0122ZZ

JPDIF0295ZZ

JPDIG0066ZZ

FRONT WHEEL HUB AND KNUCKLE

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Inspection

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INSPECTION AFTER REMOVAL

Check components for deformation, cracks, and other damage. Replace if there are.

Ball Joint Inspection

Check boots of transverse link and steering outer socket ball joint for breakage, axial play, and torque. Refer to

FSU-6, "Inspection"

and

ST-14, "Inspection"

INSPECTION AFTER INSTALLATION

• Check the wheel alignment. Refer to

FSU-7, "Wheel Alignment Inspection"

• Adjust neutral position of steering angle sensor after checking the wheel alignment. Refer to

BRC-64, "Work

Procedure"

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FRONT DRIVE SHAFT BOOT

FRONT DRIVE SHAFT BOOT

Exploded View

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REMOVAL

LEFT SIDE

RIGHT SIDE (HRA2DDT)

RIGHT SIDE (MR20DD)

E1DIA0230GB

Drive shaft

Cotter pin

Refer to

GI-4, "Components"

for symbols in the figure.

E1DIA0231GB

Cotter pin

Drive shaft

Plate

Support bearing bracket

Refer to

GI-4, "Components"

for symbols in the figure.

E1DIA0232GB

FRONT DRIVE SHAFT BOOT

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FAX

RIGHT SIDE (K9K)

RIGHT SIDE (MR16DDT)

Cotter pin

Drive shaft

Plate

Support bearing bracket

Refer to

GI-4, "Components"

for symbols in the figure.

E1DIA0233GB

Cotter pin

Drive shaft

Plate

Support bearing bracket

Refer to

GI-4, "Components"

for symbols in the figure.

E1DIA0513GB

Cotter pin

Drive shaft

Plate

Support bearing bracket

Refer to

GI-4, "Components"

for symbols in the figure.

FAX-16

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FRONT DRIVE SHAFT BOOT

RIGHT SIDE (R9M)

DISASSEMBLY

LEFT SIDE

AWDIA1158ZZ

Cotter pin

Nut retainer

Drive shaft

Refer to

GI-4, "Components"

for symbols in the figure.

JPDIF0047ZZ

Circular clip

Dust shield

Housing

Snap ring

Spider assembly

stopper ring

Boot band

Boot

Shaft

10. Damper band

11.

Dynamic damper

12. Circular clip

13. Joint sub-assembly

: Wheel side

: Fill NISSAN Genuine grease or equivalent.

Refer to

GI-4, "Components"

for symbols not described on the above.

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