Disassembly and Assembly: Notes

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2010 Nissan Pathfinder. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

Fig 1: Steering Gear And Linkage Replacement Components With Torque Specifications

Courtesy of NISSAN MOTOR CO., U.S.A.

CAUTION:

Secure the gear housing assembly with a vise. Use copper plates or equivalent to prevent it from being damaged. Do not grip the cylinder with a vise.
Before performing disassembly, clean the gear housing assembly. Be careful not to allow any cleaner to contact the discharge and return port connectors.