Disassembly and Assembly

Disassembly





1. Prior to disassembling, measure pinion rotating torque.
Within ±100° from the neutral position: Average rotating torque
0.3 - 13 Nm (3 - 13 kg-cm, 2.6 - 11.3 inch lbs.)
Maximum torque deviation
0.6 Nm (6 kg-cm, 5.2 inch lbs.)
Except for above measuring range: Maximum rotating torque
1.9 Nm (19 kg-cm, 16 inch lbs.)
Maximum force deviation
0.6 Nm (6 kg-cm, 5.2 inch lbs.)
^ 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.
2. Remove tie-rod outer sockets and boots.
3. Remove tie-rod inner sockets.

Inspection
Thoroughly clean all parts in cleaning solvent or Genuine NISSAN PSF II or equivalent. Blow dry with compressed air, if available.

BOOT
^ Check condition of boot. If cracked excessively, replace it.
^ Check boots for accumulation of power steering fluid.

TIE-ROD OUTER AND INNER SOCKETS





^ Check outer and inner ball joints for swinging force "A" and axial end play "C".
Refer to "Steering Gear and Linkage", ST-29.
^ Check outer ball joint for rotating torque "B".
Refer to "Tie Rod", ST-29.
^ Check condition of dust cover. If excessively cracked, replace outer tie-rod.

Assembly
1. Install tie-rod inner sockets, dust boots and outer sockets. Apply locking sealant to inner socket threads.





2. Tighten outer socket lock nut.





Tie-rod length "L": Refer to image.





3. Measure rack stroke.
Rack stroke "S": Refer to step 2 image.





4. Before installing boot, coat the contact surfaces between boot and tie-rod with grease.





5. Install boot clamps.
^ Install large boot clamp using suitable tool and crimp securely.
^ Install small boot clamp as shown.