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Removal and Installation: Removal

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  1. Remove the wheel and tire assembly using power tool.
  2. Use CONSULT-II "EXHAUST SOLENOID" active test to release the air pressure from the rear load leveling air suspension system.
  3. Remove the shock absorber lower end bolt.
  4. Remove the adjusting bolt and nut, and the bolt and nut, from the front lower link and rear suspension member using power tool.
    Fig 1: Identifying Shock Absorber Upper And Lower End Bolts
    G02383616Courtesy of NISSAN MOTOR CO., U.S.A.
  5. Remove the front lower link pinch bolt and nut on the knuckle side using power tool.
  6. Disconnect the front lower link from the knuckle using a soft hammer.
    CAUTION: Do not damage the ball joint with the soft hammer.
  7. Remove the front lower link.
    Fig 2: Identifying Front Lower Link Pinch Nut And Bolt
    G02383617Courtesy of NISSAN MOTOR CO., U.S.A.
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