Steering Wheel And Steering Column: Inspection: Notes

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: 542 - 544 mm

"L" (21.34 - 21.42 in)

Fig 1: Identifying Steering Column Length Dimension
Courtesy of NISSAN MOTOR CO., U.S.A.

If out of specification, replace steering column as an assembly.