Precautions for Steering System
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2003 Infiniti M45. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
- Be careful with the following items while at overhaul.
- Before disassembly, thoroughly clean the outside of the unit.
- Disassembly should be done in a clean work area. It is important to prevent the internal parts from becoming contaminated by dirt or other foreign matter.
- Place disassembled parts in order, on a parts rack, for easier and proper assembly.
- Use nylon cloths or paper towels to clean the parts; common shop rags can leave lint that might interfere with their operation.
- Before inspection or reassembly, carefully clean all parts with a general purpose, non-flammable solvent.
- Before assembly, apply a coat of recommended Genuine Nissan PSF or equivalent to hydraulic parts. Vaseline may be applied to O-rings and seals. Do not use any grease.
- Replace all gaskets, seals and O-rings. Avoid damaging O-rings, seals and gaskets during installation. Perform functional tests whenever designated.
- Wash disassembled parts (except rubber parts) with kerosene, dry them by air blowing and paper towels.
- Mark places that fluid is leaked by a white marker to repair.
- Overhaul the oil pump, check damage (scratches, too) for cover assembly, side plates, shaft kit, rotor vanes and flow. control valve, replace new one with each part if necessary.