Front Wheel Turning Angle

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2005 Infiniti QX56. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

Start engine and run at idle.
Set wheels in straight-ahead position. Then move vehicle forward until front wheels rest on turning radius gauge properly.
- Make sure vehicle is level.
Rotate steering wheel all the way right and left; measure turning angle.
1. Wheel turning angle (full turn): Refer to "WHEEL ALIGNMENT (UNLADEN*1) ".
- If front wheel turning angles are out of the specification, check if the following parts are worn or damaged.
  - Steering gear
  - Steering column
  - Front suspension components

If found that they are worn or damaged, replace them with new ones.

Fig 1: Measuring Front Wheel Turning Angles

Courtesy of NISSAN MOTOR CO., U.S.A.