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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:

Heated seat switches (if so equipped)
WARNING Do not use or allow occupants to use the seat heater if you or the occupants cannot monitor elevated seat temperatures or have an inability to feel pain in body parts that contact the seat. Use of the seat heater by such people could result in serious injury. CAUTION The battery could run ...

Power outlet
Instrument Panel The power outlet is for powering electrical accessories such as cellular telephones. It is rated at 12 volt, 120W (10A) maximum. The power outlet is powered only when the ignition switch is in the AUTO ACC or ON position. CAUTION The outlet and plug may be hot during or immedi ...

Outside mirrors
The outside mirror remote control only operates when the ignition switch is placed in the ON position. Move the small switch 1 to select the right or left mirror. Adjust each mirror to the desired position using the large switch 2. Move the small switch 1 to the center (neutral) position to preve ...