Front Suspension Parts
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2008 Nissan Maxima. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
Check the front axle and front suspension parts for any excessive play, cracks, wear, or other damage.
- Raise the vehicle on a hoist and shake each front wheel to check for excessive play.
- Make sure that the cotter pin is inserted in the lower ball joint.
- Retighten all of the axle and suspension nuts and bolts to specification.
Tightening torques: Refer to "COMPONENTS ".
- Check the strut (shock absorber) for any oil leakage or other damage.
- Check the suspension ball joint for grease leakage and the ball joint dust cover for any cracks or other damage.
If the ball joint dust cover is cracked or damaged, replace the transverse link.
- Check the spring height "Hf" and "Hr" from the top of the wheelarch to the ground.
- For proper measurement of the vehicle height, the vehicle must be unladen*, parked on a level surface, and tires checked for proper inflation and wear (the tread wear indicators must not be showing).
*: Fuel, radiator coolant and engine oil full. Spare tire, jack, hand tools and mats in designated positions.
- Bounce the vehicle up and down several times before measuring the height.
Standard height: Refer to "WHEELARCH HEIGHT (UNLADEN*) ".
- The spring height is not adjustable. If the height is out of specification, check for worn springs or suspension parts.
- For proper measurement of the vehicle height, the vehicle must be unladen*, parked on a level surface, and tires checked for proper inflation and wear (the tread wear indicators must not be showing).