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Nissan Altima (L32) 2007-2012 Service Manual: Suspension ARM

Removal and Installation

Removal

1. Remove the rear suspension assembly. Refer to RSU-12, "Removal and Installation".

2. Remove the connecting rod bracket from the suspension arm using power tools.

3. Remove the two suspension arm bolts and nuts from the suspension member side of the suspension arm using power tools.

4. Remove the ball joint cotter pin and lock nut using power tools.

• Discard the cotter pin, use a new cotter pin for installation.

5. Remove the suspension arm from the knuckle using Tool.

Tool number : HT72520000 (J-25730-A)

CAUTION: • Do not damage ball joint when removing.

• While using Tool, temporarily tighten the nut so as not to damage screw threads.

Installation

Installation is in the reverse order of removal.

• Discard the cotter pin, use a new cotter pin for installation.

• Check the rear wheel alignment and adjust if necessary. Refer to RSU-18, "Rear Wheel Alignment (Unladen*)".

Rear stabilizer

Removal and Installation Removal 1. Disconnect the stabilizer bar from connecting rod, using power tools. 2. Remove the stabilizer bar clamps and bushings using power tools. 3. Remove the sta ...

Service data and specifications (SDS)

General Specification (Rear) Rear Wheel Alignment (Unladen*) *: Fuel, radiator coolant and engine oil full. Spare tire, jack, hand tools and mats in designated positions. *: Fuel, engine ...

Other materials:

Warning/Indicator lights (other)
For additional information on warnings and indicators, see "Vehicle information display-5 inch (13 cm) Type A" or "Vehicle information display 7 inch (18 cm) Type B". Automatic brake hold indicator light (white/green) (if so equipped) The automatic brake hold indicator light (white) illuminates whe ...

Engine compartment check locations
2.0L 4 cylinder (KR20DDET engine model) Engine coolant reservoir Drive belt location Engine oil filler cap Brake fluid reservoir Battery Fuse/Fusible link box Air cleaner Radiator cap Engine oil dipstick Windshield-washer fluid reservoir Refer to the page number indicated in parenth ...

USB/iPod charging ports (if so equipped)
Front (Type A) (if so equipped) Front (Type B) (if so equipped) Front (Type C) (if so equipped) Rear (if so equipped) Type-C USB Type-A USB There are USB charging ports located in the rear seat area on the back of the center console. These ports will charge compatible devices. NOTE: Not al ...