G37x Sedan AWD V6-3.7L (VQ37VHR) (2010)
CAUTION:
Dispose of drained oil according to the law and local regulations.
Inspection Shock Absorber
REAR SHOCK ABSORBER
Inspection
INSPECTION AFTER REMOVAL
Check the following items, and replace the part if necessary.
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Check shock absorber assembly for deformation, cracks, damage.
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Check welded and sealed areas for oil leakage.
INSPECTION AFTER DISASSEMBLY
Bound Bumper and Bushing
Check bound bumper cover and bushing for cracks and damage. Replace if necessary.
Shock Absorber
Check the following, and replace the part if necessary.
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Shock absorber for deformation, cracks, and other damage.
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Piston rod for damage, uneven wear, and distortion.
INSPECTION AFTER ASSEMBLY
Make sure piston rod on shock absorber is not damaged when attaching components to shock absorber.
INSPECTION AFTER INSTALLATION
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Check wheel alignment. Refer to See: Alignment/Service and Repair/Rear Suspension.
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Adjust neutral position of steering angle sensor. Refer to See: Brakes and Traction Control/Antilock Brakes / Traction Control Systems/Testing
and Inspection/Programming and Relearning/Adjustment of Steering Angle Sensor Neutral Position/Special Repair Requirement,
"ADJUSTMENT OF STEERING ANGLE SENSOR NEUTRAL POSITION : Special Repair Requirement".
Disposal Shock Absorber
REAR SHOCK ABSORBER
Disposal
1. Set shock absorber horizontally with the piston rod fully extended.
2. Drill 2 - 3 mm (0.08 - 0.12 in) hole at the position ( ) from top as shown in the figure to release gas gradually.
CAUTION:
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Wear eye protection (safety glasses).
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Wear gloves.
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Be careful with metal chips or oil blown out by the compressed gas.
NOTE:
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Drill vertically in this direction ( ).
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Directly to the outer tube avoiding brackets.
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The gas is clear, colorless, odorless, and harmless.
A : 20 - 30 mm (0.79 - 1.18 in)