SUSPENSION

SECTION RSU
REAR SUSPENSION
B

RSU
CONTENTS
PRECAUTION ............................................... 2 Exploded View .........................................................11 F
Removal and Installation .........................................11
PRECAUTIONS ................................................... 2 Inspection ................................................................12
Precautions for Suspension ...................................... 2 G
Precautions for Removing of Battery Terminal ......... 2 FRONT LOWER LINK ....................................... 14
Exploded View .........................................................14
PREPARATION ............................................ 3 Removal and Installation .........................................14
Inspection ................................................................14 H
PREPARATION ................................................... 3
Special Service Tools ................................................ 3 REAR LOWER LINK ......................................... 16
Commercial Service Tools ........................................ 3 Exploded View .........................................................16 I
Removal and Installation .........................................16
SYMPTOM DIAGNOSIS ............................... 4 Inspection ................................................................16
NOISE, VIBRATION AND HARSHNESS TOE CONTROL LINK ....................................... 18 J
(NVH) TROUBLESHOOTING ............................. 4 Exploded View .........................................................18
NVH Troubleshooting Chart ...................................... 4 Removal and Installation .........................................18
Inspection ................................................................18 K
PERIODIC MAINTENANCE .......................... 5
REAR STABILIZER .......................................... 20
REAR SUSPENSION ASSEMBLY ..................... 5 Exploded View .........................................................20
Inspection .................................................................. 5 Removal and Installation .........................................20 L
Inspection ................................................................20
WHEEL ALIGNMENT .......................................... 6
Inspection .................................................................. 6 REAR SUSPENSION ASSEMBLY ................... 21 M
Adjustment ................................................................ 6 Exploded View .........................................................21
Removal and Installation .........................................21
REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION ................ 8 Inspection ................................................................22
N
REAR COIL SPRING AND SHOCK ABSORB-
SERVICE DATA AND SPECIFICATIONS
ER ........................................................................ 8
Exploded View .......................................................... 8
(SDS) ............................................................ 23
O
Removal and Installation ........................................... 8 SERVICE DATA AND SPECIFICATIONS
Disassembly and Assembly ...................................... 8 (SDS) ................................................................. 23
Inspection ................................................................ 10
Wheel Alignment .....................................................23
Disposal .................................................................. 10 P
Ball Joint ..................................................................23
SUSPENSION ARM ...........................................11 Wheelarch Height ....................................................23

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 PRECAUTIONS
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PRECAUTION
PRECAUTIONS
Precautions for Suspension INFOID:0000000010100269

• When installing rubber bushings, the final tightening must be carried out under unladen conditions with tires
on ground. Spilled oil might shorten the life of rubber bushings. Be sure to wipe off any spilled oil.
- Unladen conditions mean that fuel, engine coolant and lubricant are full. Spare tire, jack, hand tools and
mats are in designated positions.
• After servicing suspension parts, be sure to check wheel alignment.
• Self-lock nuts are not reusable. Always use new ones when installing. Since new self-lock nuts are pre-oiled,
tighten as they are.
Precautions for Removing of Battery Terminal INFOID:0000000010176369

• When removing the 12V battery terminal, turn OFF the ignition
switch and wait at least 30 seconds.
NOTE:
ECU may be active for several tens of seconds after the ignition
switch is turned OFF. If the battery terminal is removed before ECU
stops, then a DTC detection error or ECU data corruption may
occur.
• For vehicles with the 2-batteries, be sure to connect the main bat-
tery and the sub battery before turning ON the ignition switch.
NOTE:
If the ignition switch is turned ON with any one of the terminals of
SEF289H
main battery and sub battery disconnected, then DTC may be
detected.
• After installing the 12V battery, always check "Self Diagnosis Result" of all ECUs and erase DTC.
NOTE:
The removal of 12V battery may cause a DTC detection error.

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 PREPARATION
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PREPARATION A
PREPARATION
Special Service Tools INFOID:0000000010100270
B
The actual shapes of Kent-Moore tools may differ from those of special service tools illustrated here.

Tool number C
(Kent-Moore No.) Description
Tool name
ST3127S000 Measuring rotating torque of ball joint D
(J-25765-A)
Preload gauge

RSU

ZZA0806D F
ST35652000 Disassembling and assembling shock
( – ) absorber
Shock absorber attachment G

H
ZZA0807D

Commercial Service Tools INFOID:0000000010100271 I

Tool name Description

J
Power tool Loosening bolts and nuts

L
PBIC0190E

Spring compressor Removing and installing coil spring

M

S-NT717

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 Symptom
Reference

×: Applicable

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REAR SUSPENSION
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Possible cause and SUSPECTED PARTS

NVH Troubleshooting Chart

Noise
Shake

Judder
Shimmy

handling
Vibration
SYMPTOM DIAGNOSIS

Poor quality ride or

×
×
×
×
×
×
Improper installation, looseness RSU-8, RSU-11, RSU-14, RSU-16, RSU-18, RSU-20, RSU-21

×
×
×
×
×
×
Shock absorber deformation, damage or deflection RSU-10

×
×
×
×
×
×
Bushing or mounting deterioration —

RSU-4
×
×
×
×
×
Parts interference —

×
×
×
Spring fatigue RSU-10

×
×
Suspension looseness RSU-8, RSU-11, RSU-14, RSU-16, RSU-18, RSU-20, RSU-21
Use chart below to find the cause of the symptom. If necessary, repair or replace these parts.

×
×
Incorrect wheel alignment RSU-6

×
Stabilizer bar fatigue RSU-20

×
×
×
PROPELLER SHAFT NVH in DLN section.

×
DIFFERENTIAL NVH in DLN section.

×
×
×
×
×
×
REAR AXLE AND REAR SUSPENSION NVH in RAX and RSU sections.

×
×
×
×
×
×
TIRE NVH in WT section.

×
×
×
×
×
ROAD WHEEL NVH in WT section.

×
×
×
DRIVE SHAFT NVH in RAX section.
NOISE, VIBRATION AND HARSHNESS (NVH) TROUBLESHOOTING

NOISE, VIBRATION AND HARSHNESS (NVH) TROUBLESHOOTING

×
×
×
×
BRAKE NVH in BR section.

×
×
×
×
×
STEERING NVH in ST section.
INFOID:0000000010100272

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PERIODIC MAINTENANCE A
REAR SUSPENSION ASSEMBLY
Inspection INFOID:0000000010100273
B

COMPONENT PART
Check the mounting conditions (looseness, backlash) of each component and component conditions (wear, C
damage) are normal.
Ball Joint Axial End Play
Move axle side of suspension arm in the axial direction by hand. D
Check there is no end play.

Axial end play : Refer to RSU-23, "Ball Joint".

RSU
CAUTION:
• Never depress brake pedal when measuring.
• Never perform with tires on level ground.
F
• Be careful not to damage ball joint boot. Never damage the
installation position by applying excessive force.

JSEIA0444ZZ G
SHOCK ABSORBER
Check for oil leakage and damage. Replace it if necessary.
H

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 WHEEL ALIGNMENT
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WHEEL ALIGNMENT
Inspection INFOID:0000000010100274

DESCRIPTION
Measure wheel alignment under unladen conditions.
NOTE:
“Unladen conditions” means that fuel, engine coolant, and lubricant are full. Spare tire, jack, hand tools and
mats are in designated positions.
PRELIMINARY CHECK
Check the following:
• Tires for improper air pressure and wear. Refer to WT-71, "Tire Air Pressure".
• Road wheels for runout.
• Wheel bearing axial end play. Refer to RAX-6, "Inspection".
• Ball joint axial end play of suspension arm. Refer to RSU-5, "Inspection".
• Shock absorber operation.
• Each mounting point of axle and suspension for looseness and deformation.
• Each of front lower link, rear lower link, toe control link, rear suspension member, suspension arm and shock
absorber for cracks, deformation, and other damage.
• Vehicle height (posture).
GENERAL INFORMATION AND RECOMMENDATIONS
• A four-wheel thrust alignment should be performed.
- This type of alignment is recommended for any NISSAN/INFINITI vehicle.
- The four-wheel “thrust” process helps ensure that the vehicle is properly aligned and the steering wheel is
centered.
- The alignment rack itself should be capable of accepting any NISSAN/INFINITI vehicle.
- The rack should be checked to ensure that it is level.
• Make sure the machine is properly calibrated.
- Your alignment equipment should be regularly calibrated in order to give correct information.
- Check with the manufacturer of your specific equipment for their recommended Service/Calibration Sched-
ule.
ALIGNMENT PROCESS
IMPORTANT:
Use only the alignment specifications listed in this Service Manual.
• When displaying the alignment settings, many alignment machines use “indicators”: (Green/red, plus or
minus, Go/No Go). Never use these indicators.
- The alignment specifications programmed into your machine that operate these indicators may not be cor-
rect.
- This may result in an ERROR.
• Most camera-type alignment machines are equipped with both “Rolling Compensation” method and optional
“Jacking Compensation” method to “compensate” the alignment targets or head units. “Rolling Compensa-
tion” is the preferred method.
- If using the “Rolling Compensation” method, after installing the alignment targets or head units, push or pull
on the rear wheel to move the vehicle. Do not push or pull on the vehicle body.
- If using the “Jacking Compensation” method, after installing the alignment targets or head units, raise the
vehicle and rotate the wheels 1/2 turn both ways.
NOTE:
Do not use the “Rolling Compensation” method if you are using sensor-type alignment equipment.
- Follow all instructions for the alignment machine you're using for more information.
Adjustment INFOID:0000000010100275

CAMBER

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• If camber is exceeds the standard value, adjust with adjusting bolt
(2) in rear lower link (1). A

: Vehicle front
B
Camber: Refer to RSU-23, "Wheel Alignment".
CAUTION:
After adjusting camber, be sure to check toe-in. C
- If camber is not still within the specification, inspect and replace
any damaged or worn suspension parts. JPEIB0198ZZ

D
TOE-IN
• If toe-in is exceeds the standard value, adjust with adjusting bolt
(2) in toe control link (1).
RSU
: Vehicle front

Toe-In: Refer to RSU-23, "Wheel Alignment". F

CAUTION:
Be sure to adjust equally on right and left side with adjusting
G
bolt.
- If toe-in is not still within the specification, inspect and replace any JPEIB0197ZZ
damaged or worn suspension parts.
- After toe-in adjustment, adjust neutral position of steering angle sensor. Refer to BRC-69, "Work Procedure". H

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 REAR COIL SPRING AND SHOCK ABSORBER
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REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION
REAR COIL SPRING AND SHOCK ABSORBER
Exploded View INFOID:0000000010100276

JPEIB0199GB

1. Cap 2. Piston rod lock nut 3. Gasket

4. Mounting insulator 5. Rubber seat 6. Bound bumper
7. Coil spring 8. Shock absorber 9. Axle housing
: Vehicle front
Refer to GI-4, "Components" for symbols in the figure.

Removal and Installation INFOID:0000000010100277

REMOVAL
1. Remove tires with power tool. Refer to WT-65, "Exploded View".
2. Set suitable jack under axle housing.
CAUTION:
Check that jack supporting status is stable.
3. Remove shock absorber from axle housing.
4. Remove the rear parcel shelf finisher. Refer to INT-46, "Removal and Installation".
5. Remove the seat belt retractor. Refer to SB-14, "SEAT BELT RETRACTOR : Removal and Installation".
6. Remove mounting insulator nuts, and then remove shock absorber assembly.
INSTALLATION
Note the following, and install in the reverse order of removal.
• Perform final tightening of bolts and nuts at the shock absorber lower side (rubber bushing), under unladen
conditions with tires on level ground.
• Perform inspection after installation. Refer to RSU-10, "Inspection".
• After replacing the shock absorber, always follow the disposal procedure to discard the shock absorber.
Refer to RSU-10, "Disposal".
Disassembly and Assembly INFOID:0000000010100278

DISASSEMBLY
CAUTION:
Never damage shock absorber piston rod when removing components from shock absorber.
1. Remove gasket and cap from mounting insulator.

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2. Install shock absorber attachment (A) [SST: ST35652000 ( –
)] to shock absorber and secure it in a vise. A
CAUTION:
When installing the shock absorber attachment to shock
absorber, wrap a shop cloth around shock absorber to pro-
B
tect it from damage.

JPEIA0006ZZ

D
3. Using a spring compressor (A) (commercial service tool), com-
press coil spring between rubber seat and shock absorber until
coil spring with a spring compressor is free.
RSU
CAUTION:
Be sure a spring compressor is securely attached coil
spring. Compress coil spring.
4. Make sure coil spring with a spring compressor between rubber F
seat and shock absorber is free. And then remove piston rod
lock nut while securing the piston rod tip so that piston rod does
not turn. G
CAUTION: JPEIA0168ZZ
Start compressing the coil spring after checking that the
spring compressor is completely attached.
H
5. Remove mounting insulator, rubber sheet, and bound bumper from shock absorber.
6. After remove coil spring with a spring compressor (commercial service tool), and then gradually release a
spring compressor.
I
CAUTION:
Loosen while making sure coil spring attachment position does not move.
7. Remove the shock absorber attachment [SST: ST35652000 ( – )] from shock absorber.
J
ASSEMBLY
CAUTION:
Never damage shock absorber piston rod when installing components from shock absorber.
K
1. Install shock absorber attachment [SST: ST35652000 ( – )] to shock absorber and secure it in a vise.
CAUTION:
When installing the shock absorber attachment to shock absorber, wrap a shop cloth around
shock absorber to protect it from damage. L
2. Compress coil spring using a spring compressor (commercial service tool), and install it onto shock
absorber.
CAUTION: M
• Install with the large-diameter side (A) facing up and the
small-diameter side (B) facing down.
• Be sure a spring compressor is securely attached to coil N
spring. Compress coil spring.
3. Apply soapy water to bound bumper.
CAUTION:
O
Never use machine oil.

P
JPEIB0200ZZ

4. Install rubber sheet and mounting insulator to shock absorber.

CAUTION:

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Install the mount insulator so that the stud bolt is in the
position shown in the figure.

A : LH
B : RH
: Vehicle front (shock absorber lower bolt insertion direction)

Angle (E) : 29.7°

5. Secure piston rod tip so that piston rod does not turn, then
tighten piston rod lock nut with specified torque. JPEIB0201ZZ

6. Gradually release a spring compressor (commercial service tool), and remove coil spring.
CAUTION:
Loosen while making sure coil spring attachment position does not move.
7. Remove the shock absorber attachment [SST: ST35652000 ( – )] from shock absorber.
8. Install the gasket and cap to the mounting insulator.
Inspection INFOID:0000000010100279

INSPECTION AFTER DISASSEMBLY

Shock absorber
Check the following items and replace if necessary.
• Check shock absorber assembly for deformation, cracks, and other damage.
• Check piston rod for damage, uneven wear, and distortion.
• Check for oil leakage.
Mounting insulator, rubber seat, bound bumper, and gasket
• Check mounting insulator, rubber seat, bound bumper, and gasket for cracks, uneven wear, and damage.
Replace if necessary.
Coil spring
• Check coil spring for cracks, uneven wear, and damage. Replace if necessary.
INSPECTION AFTER INSTALLATION
1. Check wheel alignment. Refer to RSU-6, "Inspection".
2. Adjust neutral position of steering angle sensor. Refer to BRC-69, "Work Procedure".
Disposal INFOID:0000000010100280

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. NNEIB0021ZZ

A : 20 – 30 mm (0.79 – 1.18 in)

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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 SUSPENSION ARM
< REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION >
SUSPENSION ARM
A
Exploded View INFOID:0000000010100281

RSU

I
JPEIB0202GB

1. Rear suspension member 2. Front lower link 3. Rear lower link J

4. Eccentric disk 5. Adjusting bolt 6. Toe control link
7. Axle housing 8. Suspension arm 9. Stopper bushing
: Vehicle front K
Refer to GI-4, "Components" for symbols in the figure.

Removal and Installation INFOID:0000000010100282 L

REMOVAL
Right Side M
1. Remove rear suspension assembly. Refer to RSU-21, "Removal and Installation".
2. Remove stabilizer connecting rod from suspension arm. Refer to RSU-20, "Removal and Installation".
N
3. Separate suspension arm from axle housing. Refer to RAX-8, "Removal and Installation".
4. Remove suspension arm from axle housing.
5. Remove stopper bushing, bolts, and nuts, and then remove suspension arm from suspension member. O
6. Perform inspection after removal. Refer to RSU-12, "Inspection".
Left Side
NOTE: P
When removing and installing the right side at the same time, it is efficient to remove the suspension arm
assembly.
1. Remove tire with power tool. Refer to WT-65, "Exploded View".
2. Remove caliper assembly. Hang caliper assembly in a place where it will not interfere with work. Refer to
BR-57, "BRAKE CALIPER ASSEMBLY (1 PISTON TYPE) : Removal and Installation" (1 piston type), BR-
61, "BRAKE CALIPER ASSEMBLY (2 PISTON TYPE) : Removal and Installation" (2 piston type).
CAUTION:

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< REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION >
Never depress brake pedal while brake caliper is removed.
3. Remove disc rotor. Refer to RAX-8, "Removal and Installation".
4. Remove drive shaft. Refer to RAX-13, "Removal and Installation".
5. Remove shock absorber from axle housing. Refer to RSU-8, "Removal and Installation".
6. Remove height sensor from suspension arm. (With AFS) Refer to EXL-133, "Removal and Installation".
7. Remove stabilizer connecting rod from suspension arm. Refer to RSU-20, "Removal and Installation".
8. Separate suspension arm from axle housing. Refer to RAX-8, "Removal and Installation".
9. Remove stopper bushing, bolt, and nut, and then remove suspension arm from suspension member.
10. Perform inspection after removal. Refer to RSU-12, "Inspection".
INSTALLATION
Note the following and, install in the reverse order of removal.
• Perform final tightening of rear suspension member installation position (rubber bushing), under unladen
conditions with tires on level ground.
• Perform inspection after installation. Refer to RSU-12, "Inspection".
Inspection INFOID:0000000010100283

INSPECTION AFTER REMOVAL

Appearance
Check the following items, and replace the part if necessary.
• Check suspension arm and bushing for deformation, cracks, and other damage.
• Check ball joint boot for cracks, damage, and leakage of grease.
Ball Joint Inspection
Manually move ball stud to confirm that it moves smoothly with no binding.
Swing Torque Inspection
1. Move the ball stud at least ten times by hand to check for smooth movement.
2. Hook spring balance (A) at cotter pin mounting hole. Confirm
spring balance measurement value is within specifications when
ball stud begins moving.

Swing torque : Refer to RSU-23, "Ball Joint".

• If swing torque exceeds the standard range, replace suspension
arm assembly.

JPEIA0005ZZ

Rotating Torque Inspection

1. Move the ball stud at least ten times by hand to check for smooth movement.
2. Attach the mounting nut to ball stud. Make sure that rotating
torque is within the specifications with a preload gauge (A) [SST:
ST3127S000 (J-25765-A)].

Rotating torque : Refer to RSU-23, "Ball Joint".

• If rotating torque exceeds the standard range, replace suspension
arm assembly.

PDIA1258E

Axial End Play Inspection

1. Move the ball stud at least ten times by hand to check for smooth movement.
2.

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Move tip of ball stud in axial direction to check for looseness.
A
Axial end play : Refer to RSU-23, "Ball Joint".
• If axial end play exceeds the standard range, replace suspension arm assembly.
B
INSPECTION AFTER INSTALLATION
Right Side
1. Adjust parking brake operation (stroke). Refer to PB-3, "Inspection and Adjustment". C
2. Check wheel alignment. Refer to RSU-6, "Inspection".
3. Adjust neutral position of steering angle sensor. Refer to BRC-69, "Work Procedure".
D
Left Side
1. Check wheel alignment. Refer to RSU-6, "Inspection".
2. Adjust neutral position of steering angle sensor. Refer to BRC-69, "Work Procedure". RSU

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< REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION >
FRONT LOWER LINK
Exploded View INFOID:0000000010100284

JPEIB0202GB

1. Rear suspension member 2. Front lower link 3. Rear lower link

4. Eccentric disk 5. Adjusting bolt 6. Toe control link
7. Axle housing 8. Suspension arm 9. Stopper bushing
: Vehicle front
Refer to GI-4, "Components" for symbols in the figure.

Removal and Installation INFOID:0000000010100285

REMOVAL
1. Remove tires with power tool. Refer to WT-65, "Exploded View".
2. Set suitable jack under axle housing.
CAUTION:
Check that jack supporting status is stable.
3. Separate shock absorber from axle housing. Refer to RSU-8, "Removal and Installation".
4. Remove rear suspension member stay. Refer to RSU-21, "Removal and Installation".
5. Remove nuts and bolts, and remove front lower link.
6. Perform inspection after removal. Refer to RSU-14, "Inspection".
INSTALLATION
Note the following, and install in the reverse order of removal.
• Perform final tightening of rear suspension member installation position (rubber bushing), under unladen
conditions with tires on level ground.
• Perform inspection after installation. Refer to RSU-14, "Inspection".
Inspection INFOID:0000000010100286

INSPECTION AFTER REMOVAL

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< REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION >
Check front lower link and bushing for any deformation, cracks, or damage. Replace it if necessary.
A
INSPECTION AFTER INSTALLATION
1. Check wheel alignment. Refer to RSU-6, "Inspection".
2. Adjust neutral position of steering angle sensor. Refer to BRC-69, "Work Procedure". B

RSU

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< REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION >
REAR LOWER LINK
Exploded View INFOID:0000000010100287

JPEIB0202GB

1. Rear suspension member 2. Front lower link 3. Rear lower link

4. Eccentric disk 5. Adjusting bolt 6. Toe control link
7. Axle housing 8. Suspension arm 9. Stopper bushing
: Vehicle front
Refer to GI-4, "Components" for symbols in the figure.

Removal and Installation INFOID:0000000010100288

REMOVAL
1. Remove tires with power tool. Refer to WT-65, "Exploded View".
2. Set suitable jack under axle housing.
CAUTION:
Check that jack supporting status is stable.
3. Separate shock absorber from axle housing. Refer to RSU-8, "Removal and Installation".
4. Remove eccentric disc, adjusting bolt, mounting bolt, and nut. Remove rear lower link.
5. Perform inspection after removal. Refer to RSU-16, "Inspection".
INSTALLATION
Note the following, and install in the reverse order of removal.
• Perform final tightening of rear suspension member installation position (rubber bushing), under unladen
conditions with tires on level ground.
• Perform inspection after installation. Refer to RSU-16, "Inspection".
Inspection INFOID:0000000010100289

INSPECTION AFTER REMOVAL

Check rear lower link and bushing for any deformation, cracks, or damage. Replace it if necessary.

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< REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION >
INSPECTION AFTER INSTALLATION
1. Check wheel alignment. Refer to RSU-6, "Inspection". A
2. Adjust neutral position of steering angle sensor. Refer to BRC-69, "Work Procedure".

RSU

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< REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION >
TOE CONTROL LINK
Exploded View INFOID:0000000010100290

JPEIB0202GB

1. Rear suspension member 2. Front lower link 3. Rear lower link

4. Eccentric disk 5. Adjusting bolt 6. Toe control link
7. Axle housing 8. Suspension arm 9. Stopper bushing
: Vehicle front
Refer to GI-4, "Components" for symbols in the figure.

Removal and Installation INFOID:0000000010100291

REMOVAL
1. Remove tires with power tool. Refer to WT-65, "Exploded View".
2. Set suitable jack under axle housing.
CAUTION:
Check that jack supporting status is stable.
3. Separate shock absorber from axle housing. Refer to RSU-8, "Removal and Installation".
4. Remove eccentric disk, adjusting bolt, mounting bolt, and nut. Remove toe control link.
5. Perform inspection after removal. Refer to RSU-18, "Inspection".
INSTALLATION
Note the following, and install in the reverse order of removal.
• Perform final tightening of rear suspension member and axle installation position (rubber bushing), under
unladen conditions with tires on level ground.
• Perform inspection after installation. Refer to RSU-18, "Inspection".
Inspection INFOID:0000000010100292

INSPECTION AFTER REMOVAL

Check toe control link and bushing for any deformation, cracks, or damage. Replace it if necessary.

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< REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION >
INSPECTION AFTER INSTALLATION
1. Check wheel alignment. Refer to RSU-6, "Inspection". A
2. Adjust neutral position of steering angle sensor. Refer to BRC-69, "Work Procedure".

RSU

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< REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION >
REAR STABILIZER
Exploded View INFOID:0000000010100293

JPEIB0203GB

1. Stabilizer bar 2. Bushing 3. Stabilizer clamp

4. Stabilizer connecting rod 5. Suspension arm
: Vehicle front
Refer to GI-4, "Components" for symbols in the figure.

Removal and Installation INFOID:0000000010100294

REMOVAL
1. Remove member stay. Refer to RSU-21, "Removal and Installation".
2. Remove stabilizer connecting rod.
3. Remove stabilizer clamp and bushing.
4. Remove stabilizer bar.
5. Perform inspection after removal. Refer to RSU-20, "Inspection".
INSTALLATION
Note the following, and install in the reverse order of removal.
• Perform final tightening of rear suspension member and axle installation position (rubber bushing), under
unladen conditions with tires on level ground.
Inspection INFOID:0000000010100295

INSPECTION AFTER REMOVAL

Check stabilizer bar, stabilizer connecting rod, stabilizer bushing and stabilizer clamp for deformation, cracks
or damage. Replace it if necessary.

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REAR SUSPENSION ASSEMBLY
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Exploded View INFOID:0000000010100296

RSU

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JPEIB0204GB

1. Rear suspension member 2. Member stay 3. Rear suspension member stay J

4. Mount stopper
: Vehicle front
Refer to GI-4, "Components" for symbols in the figure. K

Removal and Installation INFOID:0000000010100297

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REMOVAL
1. Remove tires with power tool. Refer to WT-65, "Exploded View".
2. Remove caliper assemblies. Hang caliper assembly in a place where it will not interfere with work. Refer M
to BR-57, "BRAKE CALIPER ASSEMBLY (1 PISTON TYPE) : Removal and Installation" (1 piston type),
BR-61, "BRAKE CALIPER ASSEMBLY (2 PISTON TYPE) : Removal and Installation" (2 piston type).
CAUTION: N
Avoid depressing brake pedal while brake caliper is removed.
3. Remove disc rotor. Refer to RAX-8, "Removal and Installation".
4. Remove main muffler. Refer to EX-6, "VQ37VHR : Removal and Installation" (VQ37VHR), EX-7, O
"VK56VD : Removal and Installation" (VK56VD).
5. Remove member stay and rear final drive assembly. Refer to DLN-178, "Removal and Installation"
(VQ37VHR), DLN-216, "Removal and Installation" (VK56VD).
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6. Remove drive shaft. Refer to RAX-13, "Removal and Installation".
7. Separate rear cable from front cable, and then remove rear cable from rear suspension member. Refer to
PB-6, "Removal and Installation".
8. Remove wheel sensor and sensor harness from rear suspension member. Refer to BRC-147, "REAR
WHEEL SENSOR : Removal and Installation".
9. Disconnect height sensor harness connector. Refer to EXL-133, "Removal and Installation" (with AFS).
10. Remove shock absorber from axle housing. Refer to RSU-8, "Removal and Installation".

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11. Set suitable jack under rear suspension member.
CAUTION:
Check that jack supporting status is stable.
12. Remove rear under cover from rear suspension member stay. Refer to EXT-31, "REAR UNDER COVER :
Removal and Installation".
13. Remove rear suspension member stay.
14. Remove rear suspension member mounting nuts.
15. Slowly lower jack, then remove rear suspension member, suspension arms, front lower links, wheel hub
and housings from vehicle as a unit.
CAUTION:
Operate while checking that jack supporting status is stable.
16. Remove mount stopper from rear suspension member.
17. Remove height sensor from suspension arm (left side). Refer to EXL-133, "Removal and Installation" (with
AFS).
18. Remove toe control link from rear suspension member. Refer to RSU-18, "Removal and Installation".
19. Remove suspension arms, front lower link, rear lower link, and axle housing from rear suspension mem-
ber.
20. Perform inspection after removal. Refer to RSU-22, "Inspection".
INSTALLATION
Note the following, and install in the reverse order of the removal.
• Perform final tightening of rear suspension member installation position (rubber bushing), under unladen
conditions with tires on level ground.
• Perform inspection after installation. Refer to RSU-22, "Inspection".
Inspection INFOID:0000000010100298

INSPECTION AFTER REMOVAL

Check rear suspension member for deformation, cracks, or any other damage. Replace if necessary.
INSPECTION AFTER INSTALLATION
1. Check wheel sensor and harness for proper connection. Refer to BRC-147, "REAR WHEEL SENSOR :
Exploded View".
2. Adjust parking brake operation (stroke). Refer to PB-3, "Inspection and Adjustment".
3. Check wheel alignment. Refer to RSU-6, "Inspection".
4. Adjust neutral position of steering angle sensor. Refer to BRC-69, "Work Procedure".

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SERVICE DATA AND SPECIFICATIONS (SDS) A
SERVICE DATA AND SPECIFICATIONS (SDS)
Wheel Alignment INFOID:0000000010100299
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Item Standard
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Axle type 2WD AWD
Minimum –1° 30′ (–1.50°) –1° 00′ (–1.00°)
Camber
Nominal –1° 00′ (–1.00°) –0° 30′ (–0.50°) D
Degree minute (Decimal degree)
Maximum –0° 30′ (–0.50°) 0° 00′ (0.00°)
Minimum 0 mm (0 in)
Total toe-in RSU
Nominal In 2.9 mm (In 0.114 in)
Distance
Maximum In 5.8 mm (In 0.228 in)
Toe-in
Minimum 0° 00′ (0.00°) F
Total toe-angle
Nominal In 0° 14′ 24″ (In 0.24°)
Degree minute (Decimal degree)
Maximum In 0° 28′ 12″ (In 0.47°)
Measure value under unladen* conditions. G
*: Fuel, engine coolant and lubricant are full. Spare tire, jack, hand tools and mats are in designated positions.

Ball Joint INFOID:0000000010100300 H

Item Standard
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Swing torque 0.5 – 3.4 N·m (0.06 – 0.34 kg-m, 5 – 30 in-lb)
Measurement on spring balance (cotter pinhole position) 8.1 – 54.8 N (0.83 – 5.59 kg, 1.83 – 12.31 lb)
Rotating torque 0.5 – 3.4 N·m (0.06 – 0.34 kg-m, 5 – 30 in-lb) J
Axial end play 0 mm (0 in)

Wheelarch Height INFOID:0000000010100301

K

VQ37VHR
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Item Standard
Axle type 2WD AWD
Wheel size 18 inch 20 inch 18 inch 20 inch M
Front (Hf) 752 mm (29.61 in) 751 mm (29.57 in) 765 mm (30.12 in)
Rear (Hr) 743 mm (29.25 in) 742 mm (29.21 in) 757 mm (29.80 in) 758 mm (29.84 in)
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SFA818A

Measure value under unladen* conditions.

*: Fuel, engine coolant and lubricant are full. Spare tire, jack, hand tools and mats are in designated positions.

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VK56VD

Item Standard
Axle type 2WD AWD
Wheel size 18 inch 20 inch 18 inch 20 inch
Front (Hf) 751 mm (29.57 in) 750 mm (29.53 in) 763 mm (30.04 in) 764 mm (30.08 in)
Rear (Hr) 743 mm (29.25 in) 741 mm (29.17 in) 757 mm (29.80 in) 758 mm (29.84 in)

SFA818A

Measure value under unladen* conditions.

*: Fuel, engine coolant and lubricant are full. Spare tire, jack, hand tools and mats are in designated positions.

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