Nissan Sentra Service Manual: Steering column

Inspection

STEERING COLUMN ASSEMBLY

• Check each part of steering column assembly for damage or other malfunctions. Replace entire steering column assembly if any parts are damaged.

• 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".

• 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".

• Check each part of steering column assembly for damage or other malfunctions. Replace if there are any abnormal conditions.

• Check the steering wheel play, neutral position steering wheel, steering wheel turning force, and front wheel turning angle.Refer to ST-5, "Inspection"

• 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".