Nissan GT-R (R35) · Service Manual SUSPENSION

TRANSVERSE LINK

Exploded View



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1.
 		Shim*
 		2.
 		Rubber bushing
 		3.
 		Upper link
4.
 		Transverse link



*: The shims and rubber bushings are fitted on a new vehicle [shim: 3 mm (0.12 in)] are a single unit. However the shims for adjustment and rubber bushings are separated parts. When shim: 6 mm (0.24in) is selected, fix it on one side only.
Refer to Components for the symbols in the figure.

Removal and Installation

 
 REMOVAL

    1.Remove tires with power tool.
    2.Remove under cover. Refer to Exploded View.
    3.Remove steering knuckle. Refer to Exploded View.
    4.Separate shock absorber form transverse link with power tool. Refer to Exploded View.
    5.Set suitable jack under front suspension member.
    6.Loosen front suspension member mounting bolts and nuts, and gradually lower jack to front suspension member. Refer to Exploded View.
    ■ CAUTION ■
    Never remove front suspension member mounting bolts and nuts.
    7.Remove transverse link.
 
 INSTALLATION

Note the following, and install in the reverse order of removal.
  • Perform final tightening of bolts and nuts at the vehicle installation position (rubber bushing), under unladen conditions with tires on level ground.
  • Never reuse cotter pin.

Inspection

 
 INSPECTION AFTER REMOVAL
 
 Appearance

Check the following items, and replace the part if necessary.
  • Transverse link and bushing for deformation, cracks or damage.
  • Ball joint boot for cracks, damage or grease leakage.
 
 Ball Joint Inspection

Manually move ball joint to check that it moves smoothly with no binding and check for looseness. Replace the transverse link if necessary.
 
 Swing Torque Inspection

    1.Move the ball joint at least ten times by hand to check for smooth movement.
    2.Hook a spring balance (A) at cotter pin mounting hole. Check that spring balance measurement value is within specifications when ball joint begins moving.
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    Standard

    Swing toque
    		:Refer to Ball Joint (GT-R certified NISSAN dealer).

    • If swing torque outside standard range, replace transverse link assembly.
 
 Rotating Torque Inspection

    1.Move ball joint at least ten times by hand to check for smooth movement.
    2.Install mounting nut to ball joint. Check that rotating torque is within specifications with a preload gauge (A) [SST: ST3127S000 (J-25765-A)].
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    Standard

    Rotating toque
    		: Refer to Ball Joint (GT-R certified NISSAN dealer).

    • If rotating torque outside standard range, replace transverse link assembly.
 
 Axial End Play Inspection

    1.Move ball joint at least ten times by hand to check for smooth movement.
    2.Move tip of ball joint in axial direction to check for looseness.
    Standard

    Axial end play
    		:Refer to Ball Joint (GT-R certified NISSAN dealer).

    • If axial end play outside standard range, replace transverse link assembly.
 
 INSPECTION AFTER INSTALLATION

    1.Check wheel alignment. Refer to Adjustment.
    2.Adjust neutral position of steering angle sensor. Refer to Special Repair Requirement (GT-R certified NISSAN dealer).