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Nissan and Datsun Xterra XE 2WD L4-2.4L (KA24DE) (2002)03 · Maintenance
03 · Maintenance

Alignment: Specifications (page 2 of 6)

Make
Nissan and Datsun
Model
Xterra XE 2WD
Engine
L4-2.4L (KA24DE)
Year
2002
Section
Alignment
MaintenanceSpecifications · page 2 of 6
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Alignment: Service and Repair

FRONT WHEEL ALIGNMENT 

Before checking front wheel alignment, make a preliminary inspection (Unladen*).
*: Fuel, radiator coolant and engine oil full. Spare tire, jack, hand tools and mats in designated positions.

Preliminary Inspection 
1. Check tires for wear and proper inflation.
2. Check wheels for deformation, cracks and other damage. If deformed, remove wheel and check wheel runout.

1) Remove tire from aluminum wheel and mount wheel on a tire balance machine.

2) Set dial indicator as shown in the illustration.

Wheel runout (Dial indicator value).

3. Check front wheel bearings for looseness.
4. Check front suspension for looseness.
5. Check steering linkage for looseness.
6. Check that front shock absorbers work properly by using the standard bounce test.

7. Check vehicle posture (Unladen): H = A - B mm (inch)

a. Exercise the front suspension by bouncing the front of the vehicle 4 or 5 times to ensure that the vehicle is in a neutral height attitude.
b. Measure wheel alignment.
c. If wheel alignment is not as specified, adjust vehicle posture.
d. Adjust wheel alignment.

Camber, Caster and Kingpin Inclination 
Before checking camber, caster or kingpin inclination, move vehicle up and down on turning radius gauge to minimize friction. Ensure that the vehicle
is in correct posture.

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Measure camber, caster and kingpin inclination of both right and left wheels with a suitable alignment gauge and adjust in accordance with the
following procedures.

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