Murano AWD V6-3.5L (VQ35) (2003)
Alignment: Service and Repair
Front
Front Alignment
DESCRIPTION
Measure wheel alignment under unladen conditions. "Unladen conditions" means that fuel, engine coolant, and lubricant are full. Spare tire, jack, hand
tools and mats are in designated positions.
PRELIMINARY CHECK
1. Check tires for improper air pressure and wear.
2. Check road wheels for runout.
3. Check wheel bearing axial end play.
4. Check transverse link ball joint axial end play.
5. Check strut operation.
6. Check each mounting point of axle and suspension for looseness and deformation.
7. Check each link, rod, and member for cracks, deformation and other damage.
8. Check vehicle posture.
INSPECTION OF CAMBER, CASTER AND KINGPIN INCLINATION ANGLES.
Camber, caster, kingpin inclination angles cannot be adjusted.
Before inspection, mount front wheels onto turning radius gauge. Mount rear wheels onto a stand that has same height so vehicle will remain horizontal.
Using a CCK Gauge
1. Remove wheel nuts (3), and install a guide bolt (SST) to hub bolt.
2. Screw adapter (SST) into plate body (SST) until it contacts body tightly.
3. Screw center plate (SST) into plate body (SST).
4. Insert plate (SST) on guide bolt (SST). Put spring in, and then evenly screw in guide bolt nut (SST). When fastening guide bolt nut, do not
completely compress spring.
5. Place the dent of alignment gauge onto the projection of center plate (SST) and tightly contact them to measure.
CAUTION: If camber, caster, or kingpin inclination angle is outside the standard, check front suspension parts for wear and damage, and replace
suspect parts if necessary.
Kingpin inclination angle is reference value, no inspection is required. (Due to the type of suspension. the king pin inclination angle cannot
be measured correctly using a normal alignment tester.)
Toe-In Inspection