Inspection After Removal

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2009 Nissan Maxima. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

Hole Cover Seal, Hole Cover and Lower Shaft Assembly

Check each part of hole cover seal, hole cover and steering column and lower shaft assembly for damage or other malfunctions. Replace if necessary.

Steering Column Assembly

Check each part of steering column assembly for damage or other malfunctions. Replace entire steering column assembly if any parts are damaged.
Measure the length (L) as shown if vehicle has been involved in a minor collision. Replace steering column assembly if outside the specifications.

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

Steering column length (L): Refer to "STEERING COLUMN "
Measure steering column rotating torque using Tool. Replace steering column assembly if outside the standard.
Tool number: ST3127S000 (J-25765-A)

Rotating torque: Refer to "STEERING COLUMN "
Check tilt and telescopic mechanism operating range (L¹ ), (L² ) as shown.

Fig 2: Checking Tilt And Telescopic Mechanism Operating Range
Courtesy of NISSAN MOTOR CO., U.S.A.

Tilt operating range (L ¹ ): Refer to "STEERING COLUMN "

Telescopic operating range (L ² ): Refer to "STEERING COLUMN "