Nissan Altima 2007-2012 Service Manual: Axle and suspension parts

Inspection

Check front and rear axle and suspension parts for excessive play, cracks, wear or other damage.

• Shake each wheel to check for excessive play.

• Check wheel bearings for smooth operation.

• Check axle and suspension nuts and bolts for looseness.

• Check strut (shock absorber) for oil leakage or other damage.

• Check suspension ball joint for grease leakage and ball joint dust cover for cracks or other damage.

    Power steering fluid and lines
    Inspection FLUID LEVEL • Check fluid level with engine stopped. • Make sure that fluid level is between MIN and MAX. • Fluid levels at HOT (A) and COLD (B) are different. Do not confuse ...

    Drive shaft
    Inspection Check boot and drive shaft for cracks, wear, damage and grease leakage. ...

    Other materials:

    Main line between dlc and abs circuit
    Diagnosis Procedure INSPECTION PROCEDURE 1.CHECK CONNECTOR 1. Turn the ignition switch OFF. 2. Disconnect the battery cable from the negative terminal. 3. Check the following terminals and connectors for damage, bend and loose connection (connector side and harness side). - Harness co ...

    Parking brake system
    PEDAL TYPE Inspection • Check control device for wear or other damage. Replace if necessary. • Check wires for wear or damage. Replace if necessary. • Check warning lamp and switch. Replace if necessary. • Check parts at each connecting position and if found deformed or damaged, ...

    Disassembly and assembly
    FRONT DRIVE SHAFT Disassembly and Assembly (Left Side) 1. Circlip 2. Dust shield 3. Slide joint housing 4. Snap ring 5. Spider assembly 6. Stopper ring 7. Boot band 8. Boot 9. Shaft 10. Damper band 11. Damper 12. Boot band 13. Boot 14. Ball cage / Steel ball / Inner race assembly ...