Steering Gear

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

Check the gear housing and boots for looseness, damage and power steering fluid leaks.

Fig 1: Checking Gear Housing And Boots For Looseness, Damage And Power Steering Fluid Leaks
Courtesy of NISSAN MOTOR CO., U.S.A.
Check the power steering hose connections for leaks.
Check the steering column for looseness.