G35x Sedan AWD V6-3.5L (VQ35HR) (2007)
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CAUTION: Spiral cable may be cut if steering wheel turns while separating steering column assembly and steering gear assembly. Be sure to
secure steering wheel using string to avoid turning.
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When installing suction hose (1), refer to the figure.
CAUTION:
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Never apply fluid to the hose (1) and tube (2).
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Insert hose securely until it contacts spool (A) of tube.
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Install clamp (3) to the hose at 3 - 8 mm (0.12 - 0.31 in) (L) from the edge of the hose.
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When installing lower joint to steering gear assembly, follow the procedure listed below.
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Set rack of steering gear in the neutral position.
NOTE: To get the neutral position of rack, turn gear-sub-assembly and measure the distance of inner socket, and then measure the intermediate
position of the distance.
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Align rear cover cap projection (A) with the marking position of gear housing assembly (B).
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Install slit part of lower joint (C) aligning with the rear cover cap projection (A). Make sure that the slit part of lower joint (C) is aligned with rear
cover cap projection (A) and the marking position of gear housing assembly (B).
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After installation, bleed air from the steering hydraulic system.
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Perform final tightening of nuts and bolts on each part under unladen conditions with tires on level ground when removing steering gear assembly.
Check wheel alignment.
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Adjust neutral position of steering angle sensor after checking wheel alignment.
