Steering Wheel & Steering Column: Inspection: Notes
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2004 Infiniti I35. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
- When steering wheel does not turn smoothly, check the steering column as follows and replace damaged parts.
- Check column bearings for damage or unevenness. Lubricate with recommended multi-purpose grease or replace steering column as an assembly, if necessary.
- Check jacket tube for deformation or breakage. Replace if necessary.
- When the vehicle comes into a light collision, check length "L".
- Steering column length "L":
- 542 - 544 mm (21.34 - 21.42 in)
If out of the specifications, replace steering column as an assembly.