Nissan Pathfinder: Rear Suspension - Precautions. Preparation

Nissan Pathfinder (R53) 2022-2025 Service Manual / Suspension :: Rear Suspension / Precautions. Preparation

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Precautions Nissan Pathfinder R53

Precaution for Supplemental Restraint System (SRS) "AIR BAG" and "SEAT BELT PRE-TENSIONER"

The Supplemental Restraint System such as “AIR BAG” and “SEAT BELT PRE-TENSIONER”, used along with a front seat belt, helps to reduce the risk or severity of injury to the driver and front passenger for certain types of collisions.

Information necessary to service the system safely is included in the “SRS AIR BAG” and “SEAT BELT” sections of this Service Manual.

WARNING:

Always observe the following items for preventing accidental activation:

To avoid rendering the SRS inoperative, which could increase the risk of personal injury or death in the event of a collision that would result in air bag inflation, it is recommended that all maintenance and repair be performed by an authorized NISSAN/INFINITI dealer.

Improper repair, including incorrect removal and installation of the SRS, can lead to personal injury caused by unintentional activation of the system. For removal of Spiral Cable and Air Bag Module, see “SRS AIR BAG”.

Never use electrical test equipment on any circuit related to the SRS unless instructed to in this Service Manual. SRS wiring harnesses can be identified by yellow and/or orange harnesses or harness connectors.

PRECAUTIONS WHEN USING POWER TOOLS (AIR OR ELECTRIC) AND HAMMERS

WARNING:

Always observe the following items for preventing accidental activation:

When working near the Air Bag Diagnosis Sensor Unit or other Air Bag System sensors with the ignition/power switch ON or engine running, never use air or electric power tools or strike near the sensor(s) with a hammer. Heavy vibration could activate the sensor(s) and deploy the air bag(s), possibly causing serious injury.

When using air or electric power tools or hammers, always switch the ignition/power switch OFF, disconnect the 12V battery or batteries, and wait at least 3 minutes before performing any service.

Precautions for Suspension

When installing rubber bushings, the final tightening must be carried out under unladen conditions with tires on ground. Spilled oil might shorten the life of rubber bushings. Be sure to wipe off any spilled oil.
- Unladen conditions mean that fuel, engine coolant and lubricant are full. Spare tire, jack, hand tools and mats are in designated positions.
After servicing suspension parts, be sure to check wheel alignment.
Self-lock nuts are not reusable. Always use new ones when installing. Since new self-lock nuts are pre-oiled, tighten as they are.
The tightening surface must be kept free of oil/grease.
When jacking up the Nissan Pathfinder vehicle with a floor jack, never hang the jack on the suspension beam.

Preparation Nissan Pathfinder 2022

Special Service Tool

The actual shape of the tools may differ from those illustrated here.
Tool number (TechMate No.) Tool name		Description
— (NI-44372) Pull gauge		Measuring ball joint swinging force
— (NI-49286) Drift and Pull gauge		Measuring drift and pull

Commercial Service Tool

Tool name		Description
Power tool		Loosening nuts, screws and bolts

Always Replace with New Parts

Do not Reuse These Parts	Part Code	For additional information:
Nut - lock	55025B	REAR LOWER LINK COIL SPRING EXPLODED VIEW
Nut Hex, FLG N-Lock	55040B	REAR SHOCK ABSORBER EXPLODED VIEW
Nut - Lock	55025B	RADIUS ROD EXPLODED VIEW
Nut - Lock	55025B	FRONT LOWER LINK EXPLODED VIEW
Nut S-Lock, FLG	55060B	REAR STABILIZER EXPLODED VIEW
Nut - Lock	55025B	REAR SUSPENSION ARM EXPLODED VIEW
Nut S-lock FLG	40040B	REAR SUSPENSION MEMBER EXPLODED VIEW
Nut S-Lock FLG	40040B	REAR SUSPENSION MEMBER EXPLODED VIEW
Nut Lock	55025B	REAR SUSPENSION MEMBER EXPLODED VIEW
BUSH-LWR LINK,FR AXLE	43052d	REAR SUSPENSION MEMBER EXPLODED VIEW
BUSH-LWR LINK,RR AXLE	43052E	REAR SUSPENSION MEMBER EXPLODED VIEW
BUSH-RADIUS,AXLE	43052H	REAR SUSPENSION MEMBER EXPLODED VIEW
Nut lock	55025B	REAR SHOCK ABSORBER EXPLODED VIEW