Edit- New question- Can a rear OEM spring be installed upside down? The coils are evenly spaced, same size at top and bottom ,and no writing. I didnt read anything about the paint dots until I got a hold of this service manual. Their picture shows 2 dots on bottom, and 1 dot on the coil ABOVE. One of my springs is opposite of the other. Will this hurt anything since the spring is linear?


Im in need of the long 17mm bolt and nut that goes through the rear spring assembly. Mine was apparently cross threaded when put on, and I mangled it taking it off.

Nissan gave me a quick fix today that was just a bolt of the same length/thread pitch with a nut/washer to put on the other side. I added loctite but still worry about it not being OEM. Does anyone think driving on a "plane ol" nut and bolt will be an issue? I also didnt get the part number from them when I was there

Its called the lower link outer nut/bolt from what I have seen, and goes here...... Can anyone give me a part number so I can either order it myself or call in monday to get it taken care of? I wont be able to make it to any dealership during business hours and want to make sure they get the right part.

 

Here: https://g35driver.com/forums/faq-diy/107032-sticky-all-2003-2006-g35-coupes-service-manual-pdf-format.html

 

Of all places for me not to look ...Thanks for the link!

 

Well I was looking for the sedan manual and I also missed it in the same place. A good friend pointed it out to me.
Lots of info on this site

 

Since buying my car a few months ago, I think I'm becoming addicted to this site. Today, I put my stock springs back in on the rear (long story), and am now wondering if they are in upside down. I noticed the service manual said they have paint indicators but I wasnt sure which end was up. Manual shows 2 dots on the lower end and one dot on the coil above it. How would anyone know what that means? Ive installed many aftermarket lowering springs, and was stumped at my first OEM install. Hopefully I guessed right.