Sentra L4-2.5L (QR25DE) (2003)
8. Installation is the reverse order of removal.
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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: 28 - 39 Nm (2.8 - 4.0 kg-m, 21 - 28 ft. lbs.)
2 High-pressure: 15 - 25 Nm (1.5 - 2.5 kg-m, side 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.).
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Before removing lower joint from gear, set gear in neutral (wheels in straight-ahead position). After removing lower joint, put matching mark
on pinion shaft and pinion housing to record neutral position.
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To install, set left and right dust boots to equal deflection. Attach lower joint by aligning matching marks of pinion shaft and pinion housing.