Disassembly and Assembly

Disassembly





1. Prior to disassembling, measure pinion rotating torque.
Within ± 100° from the neutral position:
Average rotating torque
0.3 - 1.3 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 Tie Rod; Specifications.

- Check outer ball joint for rotating torque "B".
Refer to Tie Rod; Specifications.
- 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 Tie Rod; Specifications.





3. Measure rack stroke.
Rack stroke "S":
Refer to Tie Rod; Specifications.





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.