Checking Gear Housing Movement
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2004 Nissan Sentra. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
- Check the movement of steering gear housing during stationary steering on a dry paved surface.
- Apply a force of 49 N (5 kg, 11 lb) to steering wheel to check the gear housing movement. Turn off ignition key while checking.
Movement of gear housing: +/-2 mm (+/-0.08 in) or less
- Apply a force of 49 N (5 kg, 11 lb) to steering wheel to check the gear housing movement. Turn off ignition key while checking.
- If movement exceeds the limit, replace mount insulator after confirming proper installation of gear housing clamps.