Pathfinder 2WD V6-4.0L (VQ40DE) (2009)
Control Arm: Service and Repair
Suspension Arm
SUSPENSION ARM
Removal and Installation
REMOVAL
1. Remove the wheel and tire assembly using power tool. Refer to See: Wheels and Tires/Service and Repair/Rotation.
2. Remove the brake caliper without disconnecting the brake hoses, using power tool. Reposition the brake caliper out of the way using a suitable
wire. Refer to See: Brakes and Traction Control/Disc Brake System/Brake Rotor/Disc/Service and Repair/Removal and Replacement/Rear.
3. Position a suitable jack under the front lower link to support the knuckle.
4. Remove the shock absorber upper and lower end bolts using power tool, and remove the shock absorber.
5. Remove the suspension arm upper nuts and bolts on the suspension member side using power tool.
6. Remove the suspension arm pinch bolt and nut on the knuckle side using power tool.
7. Disconnect the suspension arm from the knuckle using a soft hammer.
CAUTION:
Do not damage the ball joint with the soft hammer.
8. Remove the suspension arm.
9. Remove the bound bumper from the suspension arm if necessary to transfer to the new suspension arm.
INSPECTION AFTER REMOVAL
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Check the suspension arm for damage, cracks, deformation and replace if necessary.
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Check the rubber bushing for damage, cracks and deformation. Replace suspension arm assembly if necessary.
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Check the ball joint. Replace the suspension arm assembly if any of the following exists:
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Ball stud is worn.
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Joint is hard to swing.
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Play in axial direction is excessive.