350Z V6-3.5L (VQ35) (2003)
Steering Wheel: Testing and Inspection
Checking Steering Wheel Turning Force
CHECKING STEERING WHEEL TURNING FORCE
1. Park vehicle on a level in the dry surface, set parking brake.
2. Remove driver air bag module from the steering wheel.
3. Start the engine at idle, make steering fluid reach to normal operating temperature, then check steering wheel turning torque with the pre-load
gauge (special service tool).
Specified value
Turning torque: Less than 7.45 Nm (0.76 kg-m, 66 inch lbs.)
4. If steering wheel turning force is out of specification, check relief hydraulic pressure of the oil pump.