Rear Suspension Parts

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Check rear axle and rear suspension parts for excessive play, wear and damage.

Shake each rear wheel to check for excessive play. See Fig 1 .

Fig 1: Checking Rear Wheels For Excessive Play
Courtesy of NISSAN MOTOR CO., U.S.A.
Retighten all nuts and bolts to the specified torque. See TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS
Check shock absorber for oil leakage and other damage. See Fig 2 .
Check shock absorber bushing for excessive wear and the damage.
Check wheelarch height.

Fig 2: Checking Shock Absorber For Oil Leakage

Courtesy of NISSAN MOTOR CO., U.S.A.