Removal and Installation - Boot: 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.

Install large end of boot (1) onto steering gear housing.

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CAUTION: Do not reuse boot.
Apply silicone grease between inner socket and small end of boot.
Install small end of boot (2) to inner socket boot mounting groove.
CAUTION: To prevent boot deformation or damage during toe-in adjustment, apply silicone grease between the inner socket and small end of boot.
Install small boot clamp (B).

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Install large boot clamp (A) using Tool.

CAUTION: Do not reuse boot clamps.

Tool number

: KV40107300 (J-51751)

Partially thread the inner socket lock nut on the inner socket.
Install outer socket. Refer to Removal and Installation - Outer socket .

Adjust inner socket (1) to standard length (A), then tighten inner socket lock nut (2) to specification. Refer to Exploded View . Verify inner socket length after tightening lock nut.

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Inner socket length (A)

: Refer to Steering Linkage - Non-XD Models .

CAUTION:

To prevent damage, hold outer socket across flats using suitable tool while tightening inner socket lock nut.
Adjust toe-in after this procedure. The length achieved after toe-in adjustment is not necessarily the above value.
Inspect to make sure no boot deformation has occurred during toe-in adjustment. Adjust boot as necessary.

Check wheel alignment. Refer to Inspection .
Adjust neutral position of steering angle sensor. Refer to Description .