Nissan Altima (L32) 2007-2012 Service Manual: Shift fork and fork rod

Exploded View

Refer to TM-28, "Exploded View".

Disassembly

1. Remove return spring to striking rod assembly.

Assembly

1. Temporarily install return spring to striking rod assembly.

CAUTION: Be careful with the orientation of return spring.

2. Attach one end of the return spring to striking interlock of striking rod assembly while holding return spring.

CAUTION: • When installing, check that return spring is securely seated in the groove of striking interlock of striking rod assembly.

Inspection

STRIKING ROD ASSEMBLY AND RETURN SPRING

• Check contact surfaces and sliding area for wear, damage, bending, etc. If necessary, replace parts.

FORK ROD AND SHIFT FORK

• Check contact surfaces and sliding area for wear, damage, bending, etc. If necessary, replace parts.

SHIFT FORK

• Check if the width of shift fork hook (sliding area with coupling sleeve) is within allowable specification below.