Thursday, June 13, 2013
Replacing brake pads on the Nissan with his own hands
Recently, the stopping distance of your car has become much longer, and examination showed the minimum allowable thickness of the brake discs. Then you will need, and urgently to replace. Thus, the tools you need: - the lift or pit - Jack - a standard set of tools that should be available at each motorist - consumables and spare parts - a tripod. It bears and assistant. Before we get started, you need to fix stops with both rear-wheel drive car. Now you can loosen the nuts on the wheels and poddomkratit one side of the car. When the machine is raised to the desired level, take a tripod and with her help fix a car located in the position. Remove the wheel. Stupichnuyu surface and caliper clear the dust and dirt (you can not prevent it from entering the bearing). Unscrew six bolts attached the brake disk, by resorting to the help of an assistant, who must hold down the brake pedal and steering wheel, while you will undermine the bolt. Now you can remove by unscrewing the two bolts, brake calipers. Unscrew two screws and remove the caliper bracket, brake pads and pressure spring. Securely fix the hub, so she did not turn until the end unscrew the six bolts securing the brake disc. However, at the hub cap unscrew the six bolts. Remove the hub. So we got to the main thing - lock semiring. Remove and take out of it two goals - a bronze and steel. After that, unscrew the two screws fixing the locking disc. Here you can apply an ordinary Phillips screwdriver. Unscrew the nut of the external support bearing. To avoid damaging the seal, to be very careful to remove the hub from being in her inner bearing and outer bearing clip. Further bring down the disc with the hub using a soft bumper, and a hammer, but do not forget to do all this must also be very careful in avoiding damage to the gland. And now we take the new drive, make sure that the hub and tsentruem. Before you install should be thoroughly flushed all the details in the solarium, gasoline, kerosene, etc. After a full set of brakes and host, spinning six bolts. Hang on the hub and gathering place of the bearing. After squeezing the nuts, put the lid hub, friction, and washers. Install the caliper and new pads, call assistant and compress the brake disk six bolts. Dress the wheel and the same thing to make with the second party.
Saturday, May 18, 2013
Nissan Leaf Aero Style Concept
Nissan revealed today the LEAF Aero Style Concept, a new show car, which will be introduced in January, at the 2011 Tokyo Auto Salon.
The Leaf Aero Style concept boasts a new front bumper, extended side skirts, and restyled mirrors. Other goodies include LED daytime driving lights and unique wheels.
Among the highlights, visitors will be able to check out the Nissan Leaf Aero Style Concept, which as you can see from the photo, comes fitted with a futuristic looking aero body kit, the JUKE Sporty Package, which enhances the automakers compact crossover with a series of exterior accessories, various chrome parts and 17 inch aluminium alloys or the Elgrand Rider Premium Concept which received a tuned engine, body and suspension.
The suspension and power steering have also been tweaked to provide a more dynamic ride, and engine output is up 16kW to 261kW.
The firm will also show off the charmingly-named Juke Sporty Package which previews a host of exterior accessories designed for the European and North American markets. The car includes chrome parts and 17-inch alloys.
Also making their debuts at the show will be the Motul Autech GT-R, which appeared in the 2010 Super GT season, and the Nissan Nismo GT-R RC, a specifically developed circuit racer designed to FIA standards.
The nine vehicles will be on display at the Tokyo Auto Salon on January 14-16, 2011, at Makuhari Messe.
Press Release
Nissan to Showcase Nine Exciting and Innovative Models at Tokyo Auto Salon
YOKOHAMA (Dec. 21, 2010) - Nissan Motor Co., Ltd., together with AUTECH Japan and Nissan Motorsports International Co. Ltd. (NISMO) will present nine exciting and innnovative models equipped with the latest custom and aftermarket parts at the upcoming Tokyo Auto Salon 2011 with NAPAC (Japan Car Parts and Aftermarket Promotion Association). It will be held January 14-16, 2011 at Makuhari Messe.
Nissan will recreate the exciting atmosphere of its participation in the SUPER GT domestic racing series with a display of a race vehicle, transporter and hospitality cars, along with "pit stop" tire changing demonstrations, Also on display will be the 100% electric, zero-emission Nissan LEAF Aero Style Concept and Nissans range of standard road cars stylized with the latest genuine aero body kits that complement the vehicles pure forms.
Autech will showcase its expertise in custom cars with three fun, relaxing models, including "Elgrand Rider" concept. NISMO will be presenting its new production race car, the Nissan NISMO GT-R RC, which will be officially announced at the Salon, and the MOTUL AUTECH GT-R racecar that competed in the 2010 SUPER GT series.
Highlights of the exhibit include:
NISSAN Area
• Nissan LEAF Aero Style Concept
Equipped with an aero body kit that accentuates Nissan LEAFs distinctive silhouette and character lines, this concept car expresses an image of futuristic sport EV driving.
• JUKE Sporty Package (Reference exhibit)
With its dealer-installed option enhancing JUKEs strong, dynamic feel, this custom car is equipped with exterior accessories designed for the European and North American markets. The car includes chrome parts and 17-inch aluminum-alloy wheels.
AUTECH Area
• Elgrand Rider Premium Concept (Reference exhibit)
Seeking the ultimate level of "mobility space," the engine, body and suspension are specifically tuned up for a higher level of driving performance. The genuine leather seats are configured in two rows, accommodating four people, and feature a quilted design. Based on the Elgrand Rider, the Premium Concept also features a cabinet with indirect lightning for the ground below and a cool/warm storage box. The custom exterior items such as a smoke-plated front mask, 19-inch wheels and tires and a front protector accentuate the uniqueness of this car.
• Serena Rider
Based on Serena, this custom car adopts punchy aeroform coating and an emblematic front grille design, which are features of the Rider Series of custom cars. Black-themed special seat materials and silver carbon-style instrument shift finisher enhance its sportiness.
With the front protector* installed in the display model, its unique styling is emphasized.
• March Bolero
This March-based model has an elegantly coordinated interior and exterior. For the exterior, the front grille, which has been characteristics of previous generation models, features a plated mesh design, while its interior is highlighted by wine-colored, horizontal-striped seat materials delivering a distinguished atmosphere.
* Special front protector for the Rider series, to be scheduled to go on sale in January, 2011, for Elgrand and Serena.
NISMO Area
• Nissan NISMO GT-R RC**
Based on the iconic Nissan GT-R, which offers the worlds highest level of performance as a road going car, the NISMO GT-R RC was specially developed for circuit driving. It features a slick tire-compatible suspension, lightweight components and special safety equipment and devices - including a welded roll cage that meets the FIA standard, a 120-liter safety fuel tank made by ATL and air jacks. It is able to compete in various production races held around the world. This car will be officially released at the Tokyo Auto Salon.
** RC=Racing Competition
• NISMO Version FAIRLADY Z
This model builds on the Fairlady Zs high level of driving performance with added fun and sporty functionality. Along with engine output that is increased to 261kW(355PS), a higher level of sporty handling is realized through special body and suspension tuning and modification of the power steering characteristics. For the exterior, excellent aerodynamic performance is achieved through use of special body components providing greater downforce and reduced air resistance.
• Elgrand S-tune
This model is equipped with NISMO S-tune kit for exhilarating driving on the street, and genuine optional parts for enhanced comfort and sportiness.
• MOTUL AUTECH GT-R
This car, campaigned in the 2010 SUPER GT season took the pole position in Round 5 in Sugo and finished in second place in Round 4 in Sepang and Round 6 in Suzuka.
NISMO will also have a "Kids & Ladies Ride Event," where participants can experience what its like to be inside a racing car, and the "Pitwork Simulation," where NISMO mechanics will be demonstrating racing tire changes and other techniques.
NISSAN/NISMO Collection Booth
Official Nissan merchandise, including Nissan LEAF, Nissan GT-R and NISMO motorsports products, will be available at the Nissan/NISMO booth.