Nissan Sentra Service Manual: Steering column
Inspection
STEERING COLUMN ASSEMBLY
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Check each part of steering column assembly for damage or other malfunctions. Replace entire steering column assembly if any parts are damaged.
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Measure steering column rotating torque using Tool. Replace steering column assembly if outside the specification.
Tool number (A) : ST3127S000 (J-25765-A)
Rotating torque : Refer to ST-18, "Steering Column".
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Measure the length (L) as shown if vehicle has been involved in a minor collision. Replace steering column assembly if outside the specifications.
Steering column length (L) : Refer to ST-18, "Steering Column".
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Check each part of steering column assembly for damage or other malfunctions. Replace if there are any abnormal conditions.
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Check the steering wheel play, neutral position steering wheel, steering wheel turning force, and front wheel turning angle.Refer to ST-5, "Inspection"
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Check tilt mechanism operating range and telescopic mechanism operating range as shown.
Tilt mechanism operating range (A) : Refer to ST-18, "Steering Column".
Telescopic mechanism operating range (B) : Refer to ST-18, "Steering Column".
Steering wheel
Inspection
CONDITION OF INSTALLATION
Check installation condition of power steering gear
assembly, front suspension, front drive shaft and steering
column.
Check if movement exists w ...
Steering gear and linkage
Inspection
INSPECTION AFTER DISASSEMBLY
BOOT
Check boot for cracks. Replace if any damage is found.
STEERING GEAR ASSEMBLY HOUSING
Check steering gear assembly housing for damage ...
Other materials:
Service data and specifications (SDS)
Wheel Alignment (Unladen*1)
*1: Fuel, engine coolant, and lubricants are full. Spare tire, jack, hand
tools, and mats are in designated positions.
*2: Since an adjustment mechanism is not included, the value of the left and
right wheels (both wheels) must be used as the standard
value.
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Manual transmission (if so equipped)
WARNING
Do not downshift abruptly on slippery
roads. This may cause a loss of control.
Do not over-rev the engine when shifting
to a lower gear. This may cause a
loss of control or engine damage.
Do not shift to the N (Neutral) position
while driving. Doing so may ...
P0444, P0445 EVAP Canister purge volume control solenoid valve
DTC Logic
DTC DETECTION LOGIC
DTC No.
CONSULT screen terms
(Trouble diagnosis content)
DTC detecting condition
Possible cause
P0444
PURG VOLUME CONT/V
(Evaporative emission system
purge control valve circuit open)
An excessively low voltage signal is sent to ...