Maxima V6-3.5L (VQ35DE) (2007)
Ball Joint: Service and Repair
Rear Suspension
Removal and Installation
SUSPENSION ARM
Removal
1. Remove the rear suspension assembly.
2. Remove the connecting rod mounting bracket from suspension arm using power tools.
3. Remove the two suspension arm nuts and bolts from the suspension member side of the suspension arm using power tools.
4. Remove the ball joint cotter pin and lock nut using power tools.
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Discard the cotter pin, use a new cotter pin for installation.
5. Remove the suspension arm from the knuckle using Tool.
Tool number: HT72520000 (J-25730-A)
CAUTION:
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Do not damage the ball joint when removing.
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While using Tool, temporarily tighten the nut so as not to damage screw threads.
Installation
Installation is in the reverse order of removal.
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Discard the cotter pin, use a new cotter pin for installation.
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Check the rear wheel alignment and adjust if necessary.
Inspection
SUSPENSION ARM
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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, deformation and replace if necessary.
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Check the ball joint. Replace the suspension arm assembly if any of the following conditions exist:
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Ball stud is worn.
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Joint is hard to swing.
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Check if the swinging force "A", turning force "B", or vertical end play "C" is out of specification.
NOTE: Before checking specifications, turn the ball joint at least 10 revolutions so the ball joint is properly broken in.
Swinging force A: Refer to "Ball Joint".
Turning force B: Refer to "Ball Joint".
Vertical end play C: Refer to "Ball Joint".