Inspection After Removal

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Check for damage to steering column jacket tube, if damage is found, replace steering column with new one.
If vehicle has been in a collision, or if noise and rattles are heard during a turn, check the column length "L" as shown. If out of specification, replace the steering column as an assembly.
- Steering column length "L": 428 mm (16.85 in)
Check for proper lubrication, apply grease as necessary.

Fig 1: Measuring Steering Column Length
Courtesy of NISSAN MOTOR CO., U.S.A.