Xterra 4WD V6-3.3L SC (VG33ER) (2003)
4. Measure distance "A" (rear side).
5. Push the vehicle slowly ahead to rotate the wheels 180 degrees (1/2 turn).
If the wheels have rotated more than 180 degrees (1/2 turn), try the above procedure again from the beginning. Never push vehicle backward.
6. Measure distance "B" (front side).
7. Adjust toe-in by varying the length of both steering tie-rods.
a. Loosen lock nuts.
Adjust toe-in by turning both the left and right tie-rod tubes equal amounts.
Make sure that the tie-rod bars are screwed into the tie-rod tube more than 35 mm (1.38 inch).
Make sure that the tie-rods are the same length before aligning the front end.
Standard length (A = B):.........................297.6 mm (11.72 inch)
c. Tighten clamp bolts or lock nuts.
FRONT WHEEL TURNING ANGLE
1. Set wheels in straight-ahead position. Then move vehicle forward until front wheels rest properly on turning radius gauge.
2. Rotate steering wheel all the way right and left; measure turning angle.
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On power steering models, turn steering wheel to full lock and apply force (at circumference of steering wheel) of 98 to 147 N (10 to 15 kg,