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Checking Gear Housing Movement

  1. Check the movement of steering gear housing during stationary steering on a dry paved surface.
    • Apply a force of 49 N (5 kg 11 lb) to steering wheel to check the gear housing movement.
      Fig 1: Checking Gear Housing Movement
      G02091697Courtesy of NISSAN MOTOR CO., U.S.A.

      Turn off ignition key while checking.

      1. Movement of gear housing: 

        +/-2 mm (+/-0.08 in) or less 

    • If movement exceeds the limit, replace mount insulator after confirming proper installation of gear housing clamps.