Pathfinder LE 4WD V6-3.3L (VG33E) (1997)
Steering Gear: Service and Repair
Removal and Installation
CAUTION:
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The rotation of the spiral cable (SRS "Air bag" component part) is limited. If the steering gear must be removed, set the front wheels in the
straight-ahead direction. Do not rotate the steering column while the steering gear is removed.
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Remove the steering wheel before removing the steering lower joint to avoid damaging the SRS spiral cable.
1. Detach tie-rod outer sockets from knuckle arms with Tool.
2. Install pipe connector.
3. Observe specified tightening torque when tightening high-pressure and low-pressure pipe connectors. Excessive tightening will damage threads of
connector or O-ring.
Connector tightening torque:
Low pressure side "1": 30 - 35 Nm (22 - 26 ft. lbs.)
High pressure side "2": 30 - 35 Nm (22 - 26 ft. lbs.)
4. The O-ring in low-pressure pipe connector is larger than that in high-pressure connector. Take care to install the proper O-ring.