Altima 2.5 SL L4-2.5L (QR25DE) (2002)
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When removing the four nuts that secure the rear suspension member to the body, use caution to avoid breaking the studs. Clean the exposed threads
with a wire brush and use plenty of Genuine Nissan Rust Penetrant P/N 999MP-A3020P (or equivalent). If necessary, slowly work the nut
counter-clockwise and clockwise as the nut progresses down the threads of the stud (like working with a tap or die). DO NOT use an air tool to
remove the nuts.
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CAUTION:
When removing the rear suspension member mounting nuts DO NOT use any breaker bar or ratchet handle extensions, such as a long pipe, to
loosen the nuts.
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Do NOT remove the shock absorbers from the two studs at the top of the wheel well because the studs may break. Instead, remove the single bolt at
the bottom of the shock absorber.
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When replacing the front bushings in the 2005 sub-frame, start by removing the front right (passenger side) bushing first. It is likely that the right
bushing will be more difficult to remove than the left.
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Included in the rear suspension member kit is a bag that contains an exhaust gasket and eight nuts. Make sure to find and retrieve this bag from the
kit box.
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Use a "back up" wrench at all times when removing or tightening fasteners that use a nut and a bolt. This is especially important when tightening the
