Removal and Installation - FWD: Installation
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2019 Infiniti QX60. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
Installation is in the reverse order of removal.
CAUTION:
With the steering linkage disconnected, the spiral cable may snap by turning the steering wheel beyond the limited number of turns. Secure the steering wheel during installation of the steering gear.
NOTE:
Align slit (1) of the intermediate shaft with the projection (2) on the steering gear. Insert the joint until surface (A) contacts surface (B).
CAUTION:
When connecting the intermediate shaft (1) to the steering gear (2), first finger-tighten the joint retaining bolt (A); then tighten to specification. The joint retaining bolt is directional. Refer to Exploded View .
WARNING:
After torquing the outer socket nuts, be sure to install the cotter pins through the outer socket stud holes and bend the cotter pin around the outer socket studs.
CAUTION:
- Do not reuse O-rings.
- Do not reuse steering gear nuts.
- Do not reuse cotter pins.
- Bleed the air from hydraulic system. Refer to Air Bleeding Hydraulic System .
- Check wheel alignment. Refer to Inspection and Adjustment .
- Adjust the neutral position of the steering angle sensor. Refer to Description .