D21 Hardbody 2WD V6-2960cc 3.0L SOHC (VG30i) (1986)
Steering Gear: Technical Service Bulletins
Power Steering Gear - Correct Oil Seal Installation
Models
All Models
Section
Steering
Classification
ST86-007
Bulletin No.
TS86-173
Date
October 3, 1986
POWER STEERING GEAR OIL SEAL INSTALLATION
APPLIED MODEL:
All models with power rack and pinion steering gears.
This bulletin supplements all Nissan power steering gear rebuild procedures. It describes correct and incorrect methods to install the oil seal on the
pinion side of the rack.
CORRECT METHOD
Step 1: Install the oil seal by itself using the mylar film in the seal kit. Slide the film and seal over the rack teeth and onto the smooth area of the shaft.
Then slide the seal off the film.
Step 2: Slide the inner tube and back-up collar over the rack teeth.
Step 3: Press the seal into the inner tube as described in the Rebuild Procedure. Be sure to use the appropriate special tool.