Maxima Wagon V6-2960cc 3.0L SOHC MFI (VG30E) (1986)
12.
Use Cylinder End Cover Socket J28822 to remove the cylinder end cover assembly (Figure 9). Remove the rack, backup washer, and rack oil seal
by tapping on the pinion housing end of the rack. If necessary, use a hammer and large punch to drive out the rack.
Do not damage the internal threads on the pinion end of the rack.
FIGURE 10
13.
Reposition the steering gear by clamping the Power Steering Stand in the vise as described in step 3. Apply match marks to the cylinder assembly
and pinion housing (Figure 10).
FIGURE 11
14.
Use Cylinder Lock Nut Wrench J35995 to loosen the pinion housing lock nut (Figure 11). Remove the cylinder assembly and inner tube from the
pinion housing.
FIGURE 12
FIGURE 13
15.
Remove the old oil seal and backup collar from the inner tube. Use Pinion Bearing Race Remover J25749-A (Figure 12) or a socket and extension
(Figure 13).