Checking Gear Housing Movement

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.
  1. Turn off ignition key while checking.
    
    Fig 1: Checking Gear Housing Movement
    Courtesy of NISSAN MOTOR CO., U.S.A.
  2. Movement of gear housing:
  3. ohm2 mm (ohm0.08 in) or less
If movement exceeds the limit, replace mount insulator after confirming proper installation of gear housing clamps.