Removal and Installation: Removal

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2013 Nissan Armada. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

Remove the wheel and tire using power tool. Refer to "ROTATION ".
Set suitable jack to support rear lower link.
If equipped with the rear load leveling air suspension system, perform the following:
1. Use the CONSULT "EXHAUST SOLENOID" active test to release the air pressure from the rear load leveling air suspension system.
2. Remove the rubber cover to access the rear load leveling air suspension compressor assembly.
3. Disconnect the rear load leveling air suspension hoses at the rear load leveling air suspension compressor assembly.
  NOTE: To disconnect the hoses, push in on the lock ring using a suitable tool and pull the hose out.
  
  Fig 1: Identifying Air Hoses And Rear Load Leveling Air Suspension Compressor Assembly
  Courtesy of NISSAN NORTH AMERICA, INC.
Remove the shock absorber lower end bolt.
Remove the nut and disconnect the connecting rod from the front lower link.
Remove the bolts and the stabilizer bar clamps. Position the stabilizer bar aside.
Remove the nuts, the bolt, and the adjusting bolt from the front lower link at the rear suspension member using power tool.

Fig 2: Identifying Shock Absorber Upper And Lower End Bolts
Courtesy of NISSAN NORTH AMERICA, INC.
Remove the front lower link pinch bolt and nut on the knuckle side using power tool.
Disconnect the front lower link from the knuckle using a soft hammer.
CAUTION: Do not damage the ball joint or axle boot with the soft hammer.
Remove the front lower link.

Fig 3: Identifying Front Lower Link Pinch Bolt And Nut
Courtesy of NISSAN NORTH AMERICA, INC.