Nissan Note E12. Manual - part 523

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REAR SHOCK ABSORBER

Shock Absorber

Check the following items and replace the parts if necessary.

• Check the shock absorber for oil leaks, deformation, cracks, and other damage.

• Check the piston rod for damage, uneven wear, and distortion.

Bound Bumper, Bushing

Check for cracks and damage. Replace the parts if necessary.

Washer, Bound Bumper Cover, Distance Tube

• Check for cracks and damage. Replace the parts if necessary.

Disposal

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1. Set the shock absorber horizontally with the piston rod fully extended.
2. Drill a 2 – 3 mm (0.08 – 0.12 in) hole at the position ( ) from the

top as shown 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 (

).

• Drill 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.

(A)

: 20 – 30 mm (0.79 – 1.18 in)

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COIL SPRING

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COIL SPRING

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REMOVAL

1. Set a suitable jack under the rear suspension beam.

CAUTION:

• At this step, the jack must be set only for supporting the removal procedure. For details on jack-

ing up the vehicle, refer to 

GI-28, "Garage Jack and Safety Stand"

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• Do not damage the rear suspension beam with the jack.

2. Remove the lower shock absorber bolts. Refer to 

RSU-8, "Exploded View"

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3. Slowly lower the suitable jack. Remove the upper rubber seat, the coil spring, and the lower rubber seat

from the rear suspension beam.

CAUTION:

Make sure the rear suspension beam is stable when using the jack.

4. Inspect the components. Refer to 

RSU-12, "Inspection"

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INSTALLATION

Installation is in the reverse order of removal.

• Identify the upper side of the coil spring.

NOTE:

The top of the coil spring has a flat shape.

1.

Upper rubber seat

2.

Coil spring

3.

Lower rubber seat

4.

Rear suspension beam

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COIL SPRING

• Install the lower rubber seat (A) to the rear suspension beam

mounting hole (B).

• Match up lower rubber seat indentions and rear suspension beam

grooves and attach.

Inspection

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INSPECTION AFTER REMOVAL

Check the upper rubber seat, the lower rubber seat, and the coil spring for deformation, cracks, and damage.

Replace the parts if necessary.

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REAR SUSPENSION BEAM

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NOTE:

When removing components such as hoses, tubes, lines, etc., cap or plug openings to prevent fluid from spill-

ing.

REMOVAL

1. Remove the rear wheels and tires using power tools. Refer to 

WT-8, "Removal and Installation"

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2. Disconnect the brake hoses from the rear suspension beam.
3. Remove the spindles and rear drum brake components. Refer to 

RAX-6, "Exploded View"

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4. Remove the wheel sensors and position the wheel sensor harnesses aside. Refer to 

BRC-70, "REAR

WHEEL SENSOR : Exploded View"

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5. Disconnect the parking brake cables from the rear suspension beam and position the rear drum brake

back plates aside with wire. Refer to 

PB-6, "Exploded View"

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6. Set a suitable jack under the rear suspension beam.

CAUTION:

• At this step, the jack must be set only for supporting the removal procedure. For details on jack-

ing up the vehicle, refer to 

GI-28, "Garage Jack and Safety Stand"

.

• Do not damage the rear suspension beam with the jack.

7. Remove the lower shock absorber bolts. Refer to 

RSU-8, "Exploded View"

.

8. Slowly lower the suitable jack. Remove the upper rubber seats, the coil springs, and the lower rubber

seats from the rear suspension beam.

CAUTION:

Make sure the rear suspension beam is stable when using the jack.

9. Remove the rear suspension beam bolts.
10. Slowly lower the suitable jack. Remove the rear suspension beam from the vehicle.
11. Inspect the components. Refer to 

RSU-14, "Inspection"

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INSTALLATION

Installation is in the reverse order of removal.

CAUTION:

Do not reuse the rear suspension beam nuts.

1.

Rear suspension beam

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