Sentra XE L4-1.8L (QG18DE) (2000)
6. Remove the steering gear mounting bolts.
7. Remove the steering gear through the passenger side.
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Install power steering line connector.
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Observe specified tightening torque when tightening high-pressure and low-pressure line connectors. Excessive tightening will damage threads
of connector or O-ring.
Connector tightening torque: 1 Low-pressure side
Tightening Torque: 28 - 39 Nm (2.8 - 4.0 kg-m, 21 - 28 ft. lbs.)
2 High-pressure side
Tightening Torque: 15 - 25 Nm (1.5 - 2.5 kg-m 11 - 18 ft. lbs.)
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The O-ring in low-pressure pipe connector is larger than that in high-pressure connector. Take care to install the proper, O-ring.
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Initially, tighten nut on tie-rod outer socket and knuckle arm to 29 to 39 Nm (3 to 4 kg-m, 22 to 28 ft. lbs.). Then tighten further to align nut
groove with first pin hole so that cotter pin can be installed.
CAUTION: Tightening torque must not exceed 49 Nm (5 kg-m, 36 ft. lbs.)