Murano Cross Cabriolet Z51 (2011 year). Manual - part 22

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Commercial Service Tool

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Tool name

Description

Power tool

Loosening nuts and bolts

PBIC0190E

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EXHAUST SYSTEM

PERIODIC MAINTENANCE

EXHAUST SYSTEM

Inspection

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Check exhaust pipes, muffler, and mounting for improper attach-
ment, leakage, cracks, damage or deterioration.
• If anything is found, repair or replace damaged parts.

SMA211A

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EXHAUST SYSTEM

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Removal and Installation

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REMOVAL

Disconnect each joint and mounting using power tool.

INSTALLATION

Note the following, and install in the reverse order of removal.
• If exhaust front tube stud bolts were removed, and install them and tighten to the specified torque below.

CAUTION:

• Always replace exhaust tube gaskets with new ones when reassembling.
• If heat insulator is badly deformed, repair or replace it. If deposits such as mud pile up on the heat

insulator, remove them.

1.

Main muffler

2.

Mounting rubber

3.

Gasket

4.

Mounting rubber

5.

Center muffler

6.

Dynamic damper

7.

Mounting rubber

8.

Gasket

9.

Mounting rubber

10. Exhaust front tube

11. Gasket

 : N·m (kg-m, ft-lb)

 : Always replace after every disassembly.

JPBIA2686GB

: 14.7 N·m (1.5 kg-m, 11 ft-lb)

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EXHAUST SYSTEM

• When installing heat insulator avoid large gaps or interference between heat insulator and each

exhaust pipe.

• Remove deposits from the sealing surface of each connection. Connect them securely to avoid

gases leakage. 

• Temporarily tighten mounting nuts and bolts. Check each part for unusual interference, and then

tighten them to the specified torque. 

• When installing each mounting rubber, avoid twisting or unusual extension in up/down and right/left

directions.

Inspection

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INSPECTION AFTER INSTALLATION

• Check clearance between tail tube and rear bumper is even.
• With engine running, check exhaust tube joints for gas leakage and unusual noises.
• Check to ensure that mounting brackets and mounting rubbers are installed properly and free from undue

stress. Improper installation could result in excessive noise and vibration. 

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FRONT AXLE

PRECAUTION ...............................................

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PRECAUTIONS ...................................................

2

Precaution for Supplemental Restraint System 
(SRS) "AIR BAG" and "SEAT BELT PRE-TEN-
SIONER" ...................................................................

2

Precaution for Battery Service  ..................................

2

Precautions for Drive Shaft  .......................................

2

PREPARATION ............................................

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PREPARATION ...................................................

3

Special Service Tool  .................................................

3

Commercial Service Tool  ..........................................

4

SYMPTOM DIAGNOSIS  ...............................

5

NOISE, VIBRATION AND HARSHNESS 
(NVH) TROUBLESHOOTING  .............................

5

NVH Troubleshooting Chart  ......................................

5

PERIODIC MAINTENANCE ..........................

6

FRONT WHEEL HUB AND KNUCKLE  ..............

6

Inspection ..................................................................

6

FRONT DRIVE SHAFT ........................................

7

Inspection ..................................................................

7

REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION ................

8

FRONT WHEEL HUB AND KNUCKLE  ..............

8

Exploded View  ..........................................................

8

Removal and Installation ...........................................

8

Inspection ..................................................................

9

FRONT DRIVE SHAFT BOOT  ..........................

10

Exploded View .........................................................

10

WHEEL SIDE  .............................................................

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WHEEL SIDE : Removal and Installation  ................

11

TRANSAXLE SIDE  ....................................................

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TRANSAXLE SIDE : Removal and Installation  .......

14

Inspection ................................................................

14

FRONT DRIVE SHAFT  .....................................

15

Exploded View .........................................................

15

LEFT SIDE  .................................................................

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LEFT SIDE : Removal and Installation  ....................

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RIGHT SIDE  ...............................................................

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RIGHT SIDE : Removal and Installation ..................

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WHEEL SIDE  .............................................................

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WHEEL SIDE : Disassembly and Assembly  ...........

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TRANSAXLE SIDE  ....................................................

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TRANSAXLE SIDE : Disassembly and Assembly 

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Inspection ................................................................

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SERVICE DATA AND SPECIFICATIONS 
(SDS) ............................................................

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SERVICE DATA AND SPECIFICATIONS 
(SDS) .................................................................

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Wheel Bearing  .........................................................

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Drive Shaft ...............................................................

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PRECAUTIONS

PRECAUTION

PRECAUTIONS

Precaution for Supplemental Restraint System (SRS) "AIR BAG" and "SEAT BELT 
PRE-TENSIONER"

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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. This system includes seat belt switch inputs and dual stage front air bag modules. The SRS
system uses the seat belt switches to determine the front air bag deployment, and may only deploy one front
air bag, depending on the severity of a collision and whether the front occupants are belted or unbelted.
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 for Battery Service

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Before disconnecting the battery, lower both the driver and passenger windows. This will prevent any interfer-
ence between the window edge and the vehicle when the door is opened/closed. During normal operation, the
window slightly raises and lowers automatically to prevent any window to vehicle interference. The automatic
window function will not work with the battery disconnected.

Precautions for Drive Shaft

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• Observe the following precautions when disassembling and assembling drive shaft.
• Never disassemble joint sub-assembly because it is non-overhaul parts.
• Perform work in a location which is as dust-free as possible.
• Clean the parts, before disassembling and assembling.
• Prevent the entry of foreign objects during disassembly of the service location.
• Reassemble disassembled parts carefully in the correct order. If work is interrupted, a clean cover must be

placed over parts.

• Use paper waste. Fabric shop cloths must not be used because of the danger of lint adhering to parts.
• Clean disassembled parts (except for rubber parts) with kerosene which shall be removed by blowing with

air or wiping with paper waste.

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PREPARATION

Special Service Tool

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The actual shapes of Kent-More tools may differ from those of special service tools illustrated here.

Tool number 
(Kent-More No.)
Tool name

Description

KV40107300
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Boot band crimping tool

Installing boot band

KV40107500
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Drive shaft attachment

Removing drive shaft

KV38107900
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Protector
a: 32 mm (1.26 in) dia.

Installing drive shaft

ST35271000
(J-26091)
Drift
a: 72 mm (2.83 in) dia.
b: 63 mm (2.48 in) dia.

• Installing oil seal
• Installing support bearing

ST17130000
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Drift
a: 32 mm (1.26 in) dia.
b: 60 mm (2.36 in) dia.

Removing support bearing

ZZA1229D

ZZA1230D

PDIA1183J

ZZA0701D

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PREPARATION

Commercial Service Tool

INFOID:0000000006937938

Tool name

Description

Power tool

Loosening bolts and nuts

PBIC0190E

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NOISE, VIBRATION AND HARSHNESS (NVH) TROUBLESHOOTING

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SYMPTOM DIAGNOSIS

NOISE, VIBRATION AND HARSHNESS (NVH) TROUBLESHOOTING

NVH Troubleshooting Chart

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Use chart below to find the cause of the symptom. If necessary, repair or replace these parts.

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DRIVE 
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Noise

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Shake

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AXLE

Noise

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Shake

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Vibration

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Shimmy

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Judder

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Poor quality ride or handling

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FRONT WHEEL HUB AND KNUCKLE

PERIODIC MAINTENANCE

FRONT WHEEL HUB AND KNUCKLE

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 bearing assembly and make sure there is no unusual noise or other irregular condi-

tions. If there is any of irregular conditions, replace wheel hub and bearing assembly.

Standard

Axial end play

: Refer to 

FAX-25, "Wheel Bearing"

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FRONT DRIVE SHAFT

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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 occurs 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

1.

Remove tires with power tool.

2.

Remove wheel sensor and sensor harness. Refer to 

BRC-98, "FRONT WHEEL SENSOR : Exploded

View"

.

3.

Remove lock plate from strut assembly. Refer to 

BR-20, "FRONT : Exploded View"

.

4.

Remove caliper assembly. Hang caliper assembly not to interfere with work. Refer to 

BR-35, "BRAKE

CALIPER ASSEMBLY : Exploded View"

.

CAUTION:

Never depress brake pedal while brake caliper is removed.

5.

Remove disc rotor. Refer to 

BR-36, "BRAKE CALIPER ASSEMBLY : Removal and Installation"

.

6.

Remove cotter pin, and then loosen wheel hub lock nut with power tool.

7.

Patch wheel hub lock nut with a piece of wood. Hammer the wood to disengage wheel hub and bearing
assembly from drive shaft.

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 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 procedure.

8.

Remove wheel hub lock nut.

9.

Remove strut assembly from steering knuckle. Refer to 

FSU-9, "Exploded View"

.

10. Remove drive shaft from wheel hub and bearing assembly, suspend the drive shaft with suitable wire.

Refer to 

FAX-15, "Exploded View"

.

11. Temporarily tighten strut assembly and steering knuckle.

1.

Steering knuckle

2.

Splash guard

3.

Wheel hub and bearing assembly

4.

Wheel hub lock nut

5.

Cotter pin

Refer to 

GI-4, "Components"

 for symbols in the figure.

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

13. Remove steering outer socket from steering knuckle. Refer to 

ST-39, "Exploded View"

.

14. Remove steering knuckle from transverse link.

15. Remove steering knuckle from steering knuckle.

INSTALLATION

Note the following, and install in the reverse order of the removal.
• Clean the matching surface of wheel hub lock nut and wheel hub and bearing assembly.

CAUTION:

Never apply lubricating oil to these matching surface.

• Clean the matching surface of drive shaft and wheel hub and bearing assembly.

CAUTION:

Apply paste [service parts (440037S000)] to cover entire flat
surface (A) of joint sub-assembly of drive shaft.

• Never use a power tool to tighten the wheel hub lock nut.
• Perform the final tightening of each of parts under unladen condi-

tions, which were removed when removing wheel hub and bearing
assembly and axle housing. 

• Never reuse cotter pin.

Inspection

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INSPECTION AFTER REMOVAL

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

Ball Joint Inspection

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

FSU-11, "Inspection"

 and 

ST-47, "Inspection"

.

INSPECTION AFTER INSTALLATION

1.

Check wheel sensor harness for proper connection. Refer to 

BRC-98, "FRONT WHEEL SENSOR :

Exploded View"

.

2.

Check the wheel alignment. Refer to 

FSU-7, "Inspection"

.

3.

Adjust neutral position of steering angle sensor. Refer to 

BRC-35, "Work Procedure"

.

Amount paste

: 1.0 – 3.0 g (0.04 – 0.10 oz)

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FRONT DRIVE SHAFT BOOT

FRONT DRIVE SHAFT BOOT

Exploded View

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LEFT SIDE

RIGHT SIDE

1.

Circular clip

2.

Dust shield

3.

Housing assembly

4.

Boot band

5.

Boot

6.

Circular clip

7.

Joint sub-assembly 

: Wheel side

1: Fill NISSAN Genuine grease or equivalent.

2: Apply paste [service parts (440037S000)].

Refer to 

GI-4, "Components"

 for symbols not described on the above.

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1.

Joint sub-assembly

2.

Circular clip

3.

Boot band

4.

Boot

5.

Damper band

6.

Dynamic damper

7.

Housing assembly

8.

Circular clip

9.

Dust shield

10. Oil seal

11.

Bearing housing

12. Bearing bracket

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WHEEL SIDE : Removal and Installation

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REMOVAL

1.

Remove tires with power tool.

2.

Remove wheel sensor and sensor harness. Refer to 

BRC-98, "FRONT WHEEL SENSOR : Exploded

View"

.

3.

Remove lock plate from strut assembly. Refer to 

BR-20, "FRONT : Exploded View"

.

4.

Remove caliper assembly. Hang caliper assembly not to interfere with work. Refer to 

BR-35, "BRAKE

CALIPER ASSEMBLY : Exploded View"

.

CAUTION:

Never depress brake pedal while brake caliper is removed.

5.

Remove disc rotor. Refer to 

BR-36, "BRAKE CALIPER ASSEMBLY : Removal and Installation"

.

6.

Remove cotter pin, and then loosen wheel hub lock nut with power tool. Refer to 

FAX-8, "Exploded View"

.

7.

Patch wheel hub lock nut with a piece of wood. Hammer the wood to disengage wheel hub and bearing
assembly from drive shaft.

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 joint sub-assembly, housing assembly

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 procedure.

8.

Remove wheel hub lock nut.

9.

Remove strut assembly from steering knuckle. Refer to 

FSU-9, "Exploded View"

.

10. Remove drive shaft from wheel hub and bearing assembly.

11. Remove boot bands, and then remove boot from joint sub-assembly.

12. Screw drive shaft puller (A) into joint sub-assembly screw part to

a length of 30 mm (1.18 in) or more. Support drive shaft with one
hand and pull out joint sub-assembly with a sliding hammer (B)
from housing assembly.

CAUTION:

• Align a sliding hammer and drive shaft and remove them

by pulling firmly and uniformly.

• If joint sub-assembly cannot be pulled out, try after

removing drive shaft from vehicle.

13. Snap ling

14. Dust shield

15. Color

16. Link shaft

17. Support bearing bracket

A:

Oil seal lip

: Wheel side

1: Fill NISSAN Genuine grease or equivalent.

2: Apply paste [service parts (440037S000)].

3: Apply multi - purpose grease.

Refer to 

GI-4, "Components"

 for symbols not described on the above.

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FRONT DRIVE SHAFT BOOT

13. Remove circular clip (1) from housing assembly.

14. Remove boot from housing assembly.

INSTALLATION

1.

Clean the old grease on joint sub-assembly with paper waste.

2.

Fill serration slot joint sub-assembly with NISSAN genuine grease or equivalent until the serration slot and
ball groove become full to the brim.

CAUTION:

After applying grease, use a paper waste to wipe off old grease that has oozed out.

3.

Install boot and boot bands to housing assembly.

CAUTION:

• Wrap serration on housing assembly with tape to protect the boot from damage.
• Never reuse boot and boot band.

4.

Remove the tape wrapped around the serration on housing assembly.

5.

Position the circular clip on groove at the housing assembly edge.

CAUTION:

Never reuse circular clip.
NOTE:
Drive joint inserter is recommended when installing circular clip.

6.

Align both center axles of the housing assembly edge and joint sub-assembly. Then assemble housing
assembly with joint sub-assembly holding circular clip.

7.

Install joint sub-assembly (1) to housing assembly using plastic
hammer.

CAUTION:

Confirm that joint sub-assembly is correctly engaged while
rotating drive housing assembly.

8.

Apply the specified amount of grease into the boot inside from
large diameter side of boot.

9.

Install the boot securely into grooves (indicated by “*” marks)
shown in the figure.

CAUTION:

If grease adheres to the boot mounting surface (indicated
by “*” mark) on the housing assembly or joint sub-assem-
bly, boot may be removed. Remove all grease from the boot
mounting surface.

10. To prevent the deformation of the boot, adjust the boot installa-

tion length (L) to the specified value shown below by inserting
the suitable tool into inside of the boot from the large diameter
side of the boot and discharging the inside air.

CAUTION:

• If the boot mounting length exceeds the standard, it may cause breakage of boot.

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Grease amount

: Refer to 

FAX-25, "Drive Shaft"

.

JPDIF0011ZZ

L

: Refer to 

FAX-25, "Drive Shaft"

.

JPDIF0222ZZ

Revision: 2012 March

2011 Murano CrossCabriolet