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Checking Steering Wheel Turning Force

  1. Park vehicle on a level, dry surface and set parking brake.
  2. Start engine and run at idle speed or 1, 000 rpm.
  3. Bring power steering fluid up to adequate operating temperature. [Make sure temperature of fluid is approximately 60 to 80°C (140 to 176°F).]
  4. Check steering wheel turning force when steering wheel has been turned 360° from neutral position.
    NOTE: Tires need to be inflated to normal pressure.

    Steering wheel turning : 39 N (4kg, 9 lb) or less force 

  5. If steering wheel turning force is out of specification, check the following:
  1. Hydraulic system. Refer to CHECKING HYDRAULIC SYSTEM .
  2. Steering column. Refer to INSPECTION .
    Fig 1: Checking Steering Wheel Turning Force
    G00848302Courtesy of NISSAN MOTOR CO., U.S.A.
  3. Front suspension and axle. Refer to DESCRIPTION and FRONT AXLE PARTS .
  4. Steering gear turning torque. Refer to CHECKING STEERING WHEEL TURNING FORCE .
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