Removal and Installation: Installation

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2004 Nissan Quest. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

Installation is in the reverse order of removal.
NOTE: Notice component parts location and do not reuse non-reusable parts .
- Install pipe connector.
- Use the specified tightening torque when installing the high-pressure and low-pressure hose connections.
  CAUTION: Excessive tightening will damage threads of connection or O-ring.
  
  Fig 1: Installing High-Pressure And Low-Pressure Hose Connections with Torque Specs
  Courtesy of NISSAN MOTOR CO., U.S.A.
- The O-ring in low-pressure hose connector is larger than that in high-pressure connector. Take care to install the proper O-ring.
- Initially, tighten nut on tie-rod outer socket and knuckle arm to specification. Then tighten further to align nut groove with first pin hole so that the cotter pin can be installed.
  Outer tie-rod grooved nut : 34 N.m (3.5 kg-m, 25 ft-lb)
  
  CAUTION: Tightening torque must not exceed 49 N.m (5 kg-m, 36 ft-lb).
- Refill power steering system and bleed air after installation. Refer to "POWER STEERING FLUID ".

Fig 2: Tightening Nut On Tie-Rod Outer Socket

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