Steering Wheel And Steering Column: Inspection: Notes

When steering wheel does not turn smoothly, check the steering column as follows and replace damaged parts.
1. Check column bearings for damage and unevenness. Lubricate with recommended multi-purpose grease or replace steering column as an assembly, if necessary.
2. Check steering column lower shaft for deformation and breakage. Replace if necessary.
When the vehicle comes into a light collision, check length "L₁ ", "L₂ " and "L₃ ".

Fig 1: Identifying Steering Column Shaft Length
Courtesy of NISSAN MOTOR CO., U.S.A.

Steering column length "L ₁ ":

716.7 - 718.7 mm (28.22 - 28.30 in)

Steering column lower shaft length "L ₂ ":

178 - 180 mm (7.01 - 7.09 in)

Steering column upper joint length "L3":

430.7 - 432.7 mm (16.96 - 17.04 in)

If out of the specifications, replace steering column upper joint or steering column as an assembly.

Fig 2: Identifying Steering Column Upper Joint Length
Courtesy of NISSAN MOTOR CO., U.S.A.