Removal and Installation: Removal

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.

CAUTION:

The rotation of the spiral cable (SRS "Air bag" component part) is limited. If the steering gear must be removed, set the front wheel in the straight-ahead direction. Do not rotate the steering column while the steering gear is removed.
Remove the steering wheel before removing the steering lower joint to avoid damaging the SRS spiral cable.

Remove the front wheels and tires.
Drain the power steering fluid.
Remove the tie-rod outer socket nut and separate the tie-rod from the knuckle using Tool.
Tool number: HT72520000 (J25730-B)
Disconnect the high pressure line connector.

Fig 1: Removing Tie-Rod Outer Socket Nut And Separate Tie-Rod From Knuckle Using Tool
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Disconnect the steering gear lower joint.
- Before removing lower joint from gear, set gear in neutral (wheels in straight-ahead position). After removing lower joint, put matching mark on pinion shaft and pinion housing to record neutral position.
Fig 2: Disconnecting Steering Gear Lower Joint
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Position the bracket for the hoses and harness aside.
If necessary, remove the low pressure line fitting.
Disconnect the heated oxygen sensor 2 electrical connector.
Remove the steering gear mounting bolts.
Remove the steering gear through the passenger side.

Fig 3: Removing Steering Gear Mounting Bolts (1 Of 2)

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Fig 4: Removing Steering Gear Mounting Bolts (2 Of 2)

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