Nissan Versa (N17): Front suspension member

Exploded View

1. Front suspension member 2. Transverse link

Removal and Installation

REMOVAL

1. Remove the wheel and tire assemblies using power tool. Refer to WT "Adjustment".
2. Remove transverse link. Refer to FSU-12, "Removal and Installation".
3. Remove steering outer socket from steering knuckle. Refer to ST "Removal and Installation".
4. Separate intermediate shaft from the lower joint. Refer to ST "Removal and Installation".
5. Remove the engine rear torque rod.
6. Set suitable jack under front suspension member.

   CAUTION: Do not damage the front suspension member with jack.

7. Remove suspension member bolts.
8. Gradually lower the jack to remove front suspension member from vehicle body.
9. Remove steering gear assembly from suspension member. Refer to ST "Removal and Installation".

INSTALLATION

Installation is in the reverse order of removal.

• For installation of the suspension member, temporarily tighten the bolts in the sequence shown and tighten them to the specified torque.

: Front

• Refer to FSU "Exploded View" for tightening torque.
• Tighten the wheel nuts to specification. Refer to WT "Adjustment".
• After installation, perform final tightening of each part under unladen conditions with tires on ground. Check wheel alignment.

  Refer to FSU "Inspection and Adjustment".

SERVICE DATA AND SPECIFICATIONS (SDS)

Wheel Alignment

Measure value under unladen* conditions.

*: Fuel, engine coolant and lubricant are full. Spare tire, jack, hand tools and mats are in designated positions.

Ball Joint

Wheelarch Height

Measure value under unladen* conditions.

*: Fuel, engine coolant and lubricant are full. Spare tire, jack, hand tools and mats are in designated positions.