Nissan Altima (L32) 2007-2012 Service Manual: Axle and suspension parts
Inspection
Check front and rear axle and suspension parts for excessive play,
cracks, wear or other damage.
• Shake each wheel to check for excessive play.
• Check wheel bearings for smooth operation.
• Check axle and suspension nuts and bolts for looseness.
• Check strut (shock absorber) for oil leakage or other damage.
• Check suspension ball joint for grease leakage and ball joint dust
cover for cracks or other damage.
Inspection
FLUID LEVEL
• Check fluid level with engine stopped.
• Make sure that fluid level is between MIN and MAX.
• Fluid levels at HOT (A) and COLD (B) are different. Do not confuse
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Inspection
Check boot and drive shaft for cracks, wear, damage and grease
leakage.
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Other materials: Corrosion protection
Most common factors contributing to
vehicle corrosion
Most vehicle corrosion is caused by:
The accumulation of moisture-retaining
dirt and debris in body panel sections,
cavities, and other areas.
Damage to paint and other protective
coatings caused by gravel and stone
chips or minor traffic ...
Lane Departure Warning (LDW)
WARNING
Failure to follow the warnings and instructions
for proper use of the LDW
system could result in serious injury or
death.
This system is only a warning device
to inform the driver of a potential unintended
lane departure. It will not
steer the vehicle or prevent loss of
control. It is ...
Instrument panel
Vents
Steering wheel switches for audio control*
Vehicle information display controls
Headlight/turn signal switch
Paddle shifters (if so equipped)
Driver supplemental air bag
Horn
Meters and gauges
Warning and indicator lights
Vehicle information display
Wiper and washer switch
Heat ...
Power steering fluid and lines
Drive shaft