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Checking Steering Wheel Turning Force

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  1. Park vehicle on a level, dry surface and set parking brake.
  2. Start engine.
  3. Bring power steering fluid up to operating temperature of 60° - 80°C (140° - 176°F).
  4. Tires need to be inflated to specified pressure. Refer to "TIRE ".
  5. Check steering wheel turning force using Tool when steering wheel has been turned 360° from the neutral position.
    1. Tool number: J-44372 
    2. Steering wheel turning force: 39 N (4 kg-f, 9 lb-f) or less 
  6. If steering wheel turning force is out of specification, inspect steering column. Refer to "INSPECTION AFTER REMOVAL ".
  7. If steering column meets specification, repair steering gear. Refer to "DISASSEMBLY AND ASSEMBLY ".
    Fig 1: Checking Steering Wheel Turning Force At 360°
    G02383702Courtesy of NISSAN MOTOR CO., U.S.A.
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