Classification:

Reference:

FA15-004b

Date:

NTB15-095b

May 5, 2016

2014-2016 TAXI; FRONT TRANSVERSE LINK
COMPRESSION ROD BUSHING REPLACEMENT
This bulletin has been amended. The SERVICE PROCEDURE has been revised.
Please discard previous versions of this bulletin.

APPLIED VEHICLES: 2014 – 2016 Taxi

SERVICE INFORMATION
This bulletin contains information for replacement of the Transverse Link Compression Rod
Bushing, which is now available as a separate replacement part.

Compression
rod bushing
Transverse link

Figure A

NOTE: The Transverse Link is sometimes referred to as a Lower Control Arm.

Nissan Bulletins are intended for use by qualified technicians, not 'do-it-yourselfers'. Qualified technicians are
properly trained individuals who have the equipment, tools, safety instruction, and know-how to do a job
properly and safely. NOTE: If you believe that a described condition may apply to a particular vehicle, DO
NOT assume that it does. See your Nissan dealer to determine if this applies to your vehicle.
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SERVICE PROCEDURE

1. Remove the transverse link from the vehicle.


Refer to the Electronic Service Manual (ESM), section FSU – Front Suspension, for
removal information.

Rubber nub on
the bushing
2. Place a mark on the transverse link as
shown in Figure 1.


Align the mark with the rubber nub
on the bushing.

NOTE: This mark will be used to align
the new bushing when it is installed.

Make a mark on
the transverse link
Figure 1

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3. Place the transverse link in a flat fixture that supports the transverse link on each side of
the bushing as shown in Figures 2 and 3.

4. Use a suitable tool to apply force (press) the bushing until it is completely free from the
transverse link.


Minimum push-out force of old bushing is: 7.5 kN (1,686 lbf).



If push-out force is less than specified above, replace the transverse link.

Press

Suitable tool

Transverse link
Bushing

Suitable support tool
for transverse link
Figure 2

Press
Suitable tool

Transverse link
Transverse link

Support for
transverse link

Support for
transverse link

Bushing

Figure 3

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Rubber nub on
the new bushing
5. Align the rubber nub on the new
bushing to the mark on the transverse
link.

NOTE: The bushing has 2 rubber
nubs, one on each side. Either nub
can be used for alignment.
Mark on
transverse link
Figure 4

Press

6. Press the new bushing into the
transverse link.


Maximum force for pressing the
new bushing: 49 kN (11,016 lbf)



Do not use lubricant for
installation.

Transverse
link

Bushing

Figure 5



Make sure the bushing is pressed
in evenly (not cocked).

DO NOT COCK
the bushing while
installing
Figure 6

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7. Press the bushing to a position 9.5 mm
above the transverse link (see Figures 7
and 8).

IMPORTANT: Detaching load of bushing
must be 7.5 kN (1,686 lbf) minimum.

9.5 mm

Figure 7

Bushing

9.5 mm

Transverse
link

Transverse
link
Figure 8

8. Confirm minimum detaching load of the new bushing as follows:
a. After the new bushing is correctly pressed in (see Figures 7 and 8), release the
press pressure.
b. Re-apply 7.5 kN (1,686 lbf) of press pressure on the new bushing.
c. If the bushing moves, replace the transverse link assembly.

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PARTS INFORMATION
DESCRIPTION

PART NUMBER

QUANTITY

Transverse Link
Compression Rod Bushing

54570 – 3DA2A

1

CLAIMS INFORMATION
Submit a Primary Part (PP) type line claim using the following claims coding:
DESCRIPTION
RPL ONE TRANSVERSE
LINK/SPINDLE

PFP

OP CODE

SYM

DIA

FRT

(2)

(2)

(3)

MA42AA
(1)

RPL BUSHING ONE SIDE

MA421A

(1) Reference the Parts Information Table and use the applicable Part Number as the
Primary Failed Part.
(2) Reference the Nissan Warranty Flat Rate Manual and use the Symptom and Diagnosis
codes which apply to the repair performed
(3) Reference the current Nissan Warranty Flat Rate Manual and use the indicated Flat
Rate Time.
DESCRIPTION

PFP

RPL BOTH TRANSVERSE
LINK/SPINDLE

(1)

OP CODE

SYM

DIA

FRT

(2)

(2)

(3)

MA43AA

RPL BUSHING BOTH SIDES

MA431A

(1) Reference the Parts Information Table and use the applicable Part Number as the
Primary Failed Part.
(2) Reference the Nissan Warranty Flat Rate Manual and use the Symptom and Diagnosis
codes which apply to the repair performed
(3) Reference the current Nissan Warranty Flat Rate Manual and use the indicated Flat
Rate Time.

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