Nissan Frontier D22. Manual - part 863

PS-12

STEERING WHEEL AND STEERING COLUMN

Disassembly and Assembly

EGS000LA

NOTE:

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Do not disassemble the tilt mechanism.

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After installing steering column, check tilt mechanism operation.

1.

When disassembling and assembling, unlock steering lock with
key.

2.

Install lock nut on steering column shaft and tighten the nut to
specification.

3.

Steering lock

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Break self-shear type screws using a drill or other appropriate
tool.

1

Steering column shaft

2

Steering column upper shaft

3

Tilt mechanism

4

Lower tube assembly

5

Bellows

6

Steering column lower shaft

WGIA0023E

Steering column lock 
nut

: 25 - 34 N·m (2.5 - 3.5 kg-
m, 18 - 25 ft. lb)

AST206

SST741A

STEERING WHEEL AND STEERING COLUMN

PS-13

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PS

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Install self-shear type screws, then tighten until heads break
off.

Inspection

EGS000LB

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If steering wheel does not turn smoothly, check the steering col-
umn as follows and replace damaged parts.

–

Check column bearings for damage and unevenness. Lubricate
with recommended multi-purpose grease or replace steering
column as an assembly, if necessary.

–

Check jacket tube for deformation and breakage. Replace if
necessary.

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If the vehicle is involved in a light collision, check dimension “L”.
If it is not within specification, replace steering column as an
assembly.

TILT MECHANISM

After installing steering column, check tilt mechanism operation.

SST742A

Column length “L”

: 863.1 - 864.7 mm (33.980 
- 34.043 in)

SST723C

SST582BB

PS-14

POWER STEERING GEAR (MODEL: D600)

POWER STEERING GEAR (MODEL: D600)

PFP:49001

Description

EGS000LC

CAUTION:

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Parts which can be disassembled are strictly limited. Never disassemble parts other than those
specified.

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Disassemble in as clean a place as possible.

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Clean your hands before disassembly.

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Do not use rags; use nylon cloths or paper towels. 

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Follow the procedures and cautions indicated in the Service Manual.

1.

Power steering oil tank

2.

High pressure hose

3.

Power steering oil pump

4.

Steering gear

5.

Low pressure hose

WGIA0024E

POWER STEERING GEAR (MODEL: D600)

PS-15

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Removal and Installation

EGS000LD

NOTE:
Before removal, clean gear housing and oil pump exteriors using a steam cleaner, then dry with compressed
air.

Inspection and Adjustment

EGS000LE

NOTE:
Before replacing power steering, make sure there is no oil leakage around sealing portion and check steering
turning torque as follows:
Check sealing portion.

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Sector shaft cover O-ring

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Sector shaft U-packing

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Sector shaft oil seal

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Rear housing O-ring

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Gear housing O-ring

TURNING TORQUE MEASUREMENT

1.

Measure turning torque at 360

° position.

a.

Install steering gear on Tool.

WST070

AST209