Removal and Installation: Installation

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2018 Nissan Titan XD and 2018 Nissan Titan. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

When connecting lower joint to intermediate shaft, first finger-tighten pinch bolt nut. Pinch bolt is directional. Refer to Exploded View .
CAUTION: Do not reuse pinch bolt nut.
For Non-XD Models, adjust dimension (A) between surface (B) and edge (C) to specification.

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Dimension (A)

20 +5/-1 mm
For all models, tighten pinch bolt to specification. Refer to Exploded View .

When connecting lower joint to steering gear, first insert pinch bolt through hole in lower joint, then through hole in steering gear projection. Finger-tighten pinch bolt, then tighten to specification.

Align slit on lower joint (1) with projection (A) on steering gear. Connect lower joint to steering gear until surface (B) contacts surface (C).

Verify that pinch bolt threads are not damaged. Replace pinch bolt if necessary.

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Check that there is no clearance (A) between lower joint (1) and intermediate shaft yoke (2) and between lower shaft and pinch bolt (3).

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Remaining components are installed in reverse order of removal.
After Installation:
- Turn steering wheel to make sure it moves smoothly while turning to left and right stops.
- Make sure number of turns are the same from straight-forward position to left and right stops.
- Make sure steering wheel is in a neutral position when driving straight ahead.
- Adjust neutral position of steering angle sensor. Refer to Description .