Power Steering Gear And Linkage: Disassembly

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2006 Nissan Sentra. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

Prior to disassembling, measure pinion rotating torque using Tools.

Fig 1: Measuring Pinion Rotating Torque Using Tools
Courtesy of NISSAN MOTOR CO., U.S.A.

Tool numbers: KV48101100 (J26364)

:ST3127S000 (25765-A)

Within +/-100 +/- from the neutral position

Average rotating torque: 0.6 - 2.0 N.m (7 - 20 kg-cm, 6 - 17 in-lb)

Maximum torque deviation: 0.5 N.m (7 kg-cm, 5.8 in-lb)

Except for above measuring range

Maximum rotating torque: 1.9 N.m (19 kg-cm, 17 in-lb)

Maximum torque deviation: 0.65 N.m (7 kg-cm, 6 in-lb)
- If pinion rotating torque is not within the specifications, replace steering gear assembly .
- Before measuring, disconnect gear housing tube and drain fluid .
- Use soft jaws when holding steering gear housing. Handle gear housing carefully, as it is made of aluminum. Do not grip cylinder in a vise .
Remove tie-rod outer sockets and dust boots.
Remove tie-rod inner sockets.