2001 NISSAN ALMERA TINO steering

or seatback. Check harness cover and connectors for damage,
terminals for deformities, and harness for binding.
+Install driver air bag module to steering wheel to check fit or
alignment with the wheel.
+Check steering wheel for excessive free play.
+Install front passenger air bag module to instrument panel to
check fit or alignment with the instrument panel.
+Install front side air bag module to seatback to check fit and
alignment with the seat.
3) Spiral cable
+Check spiral cable for dents, cracks, or deformities.
+Check connectors and protective tape for damage.
+Check steering wheel for noise, binding or heavy operation.
4) Main harness, body harness, side air bag module sub-harness
+Check connectors for poor connections, damage, and termi-
nals for deformities.
+Check harnesses for binding, chafing or cut.
5) Front seat belt pre-tensioner
+Check harness cover and connectors for damage, terminals
for deformities, and harness for binding.
+Check belts for damage and anchors for loose mounting.
+Check retractor for smooth operation.
+Perform self-diagnosis for seat belt pre-tensioner using“AIR
BAG”warning lamp or CONSULT-II.
Refer to“SRS Operation Check”for details. (RS-45)
6) Side air bag (satellite) sensor
+Check side air bag (satellite) sensor (including bracket portion)
for dents, cracks or deformities.
+Check connectors for damage, and terminals for deformities.
CAUTION:
Replace previously used special bolts and ground bolt with
new ones.
Diagnosis Sensor Unit
REMOVAL AND INSTALLATIONNLRS0013CAUTION:
+Before servicing SRS, turn the ignition switch off, discon-
nect both battery cables and wait at least 3 minutes.
+The special bolts are coated with bonding agent while the
other bolt is for ground. Do not use old bolts after
removal; replace with new ones.
+Check diagnosis sensor unit for proper installation.
+Check diagnosis sensor unit to ensure it is free of
deformities, dents, cracks or rust. If they show any visible
signs of damage, replace them with new ones.
+Check diagnosis sensor unit brackets to ensure they are
free of deformities or rust.
+Replace diagnosis sensor unit if it has been dropped or
sustained an impact.
+After replacement of diagnosis sensor unit, perform self-
diagnosis for SRS. Refer to“SRS Operation Check”for
details. (RS-45)
SUPPLEMENTAL RESTRAINT SYSTEM (SRS)
Maintenance Items (Cont’d)
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Driver Air Bag Module and Spiral Cable
REMOVAL AND INSTALLATIONNLRS0015
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REMOVALNLRS0016CAUTION:
+Before servicing SRS, turn the ignition switch off, discon-
nect both battery cables and wait at least 3 minutes.
+Always work from the side of driver air bag module.
1. Remove lower lid from steering wheel, and disconnect driver
air bag module connector.
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2. Remove side lids and audio steering switch. Using the
TAMPER RESISTANT TORX (Size T30), remove left and right
special bolts. Driver air bag module can then be removed.
SUPPLEMENTAL RESTRAINT SYSTEM (SRS)
Driver Air Bag Module and Spiral Cable
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CAUTION:
+Always place driver air bag module with pad side facing
upward.
+Do not attempt to disassemble driver air bag module.
+The special bolts are coated with bonding agent. Do not
use old bolts after removal; replace with new ones.
+Do not insert any foreign objects (screwdriver, etc.) into
driver air bag module connector.
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+Replace driver air bag module if it has been dropped or
sustained an impact.
+Do not expose the driver air bag module to temperatures
exceeding 90°C (194°F).
+Do not allow oil, grease or water to come in contact with
the driver air bag module.
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3. Set steering wheel in the neutral position.
4. Disconnect horn connector (or horn/audio connector) and
remove nut.
5. Using steering wheel puller, remove steering wheel. Be care-
ful not to over-tighten puller bolt on steering wheel.
CAUTION:
+Do not tap or bump the steering wheel.
6. Remove steering column cover.
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7. Remove the inner steering cover.
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8. Remove four spiral cable securing screws, and extract spiral
cable forward. Unlock spiral cable connector, then remove spi-
ral cable.
CAUTION:
+Do not attempt to disassemble spiral cable.
+Do not apply lubricant to the spiral cable.
SUPPLEMENTAL RESTRAINT SYSTEM (SRS)
Driver Air Bag Module and Spiral Cable (Cont’d)
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INSTALLATIONNLRS00171. Set the front wheels in the straight-ahead position.
2. Make sure that the spiral cable is in the neutral position.
The neutral position is detected by turning left (counterclock-
wise) about 3.5 revolutions from the right end position. Align
the two marks (
) or make sure that the white indicator is vis-
ible in the upper part of the indicator window, with the cable
pointed down wards.
CAUTION:
+The spiral cable may snap due to steering operation if the
cable is installed in an improper position.
+Also, with the steering linkage disconnected, the cable
may snap by turning the steering wheel beyond the limited
number of turns. The spiral cable can be turned up to
about 3.5 turns from the neutral position to both the right
and left.
3. Connect spiral cable connector and tighten with screws.
4. Install inner and steering column cover. And make sure the
harness do not get caught between inner steering cover and
steering column.
5. Install steering wheel, aligning with spiral cable pin guides, and
pull spiral cable through.
6. Connect horn connector (or horn/audio connector) and engage
spiral cable with pawls in steering wheel. Move driver air bag
module connector away from steering wheel lower lid opening.
7. Tighten nut.
: 29.4 - 39.2 N·m (3.0 - 4.0 kg-m, 22 - 28 ft-lb)
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8. Position driver air bag module and tighten with new special
bolts.
9. Connect driver air bag module connector.
10. Install steering switches and lids.
11. Conduct self-diagnosis to ensure entire SRS operates prop-
erly. (Use CONSULT-II or warning lamp check.)
Before performing self-diagnosis, connect both battery cables.
12. Turn steering wheel to the left end and then to the right end
fully to make sure that spiral cable is set in the neutral posi-
tion.
If“AIR BAG”warning lamp blinks or stays ON (at the user
mode), it shows the spiral cable may be snapped due to its
improper position. Perform self-diagnosis again (use CON-
SULT-II or warning lamp). If a malfunction is detected, replace
the spiral cable with a new one.
13. Perform self-diagnosis again to check that no malfunction is
detected.
SUPPLEMENTAL RESTRAINT SYSTEM (SRS)
Driver Air Bag Module and Spiral Cable (Cont’d)
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+Replace front passenger air bag module if it has been
dropped or sustained an impact.
+Do not expose the front passenger air bag module to tem-
peratures exceeding 90°C (194°F).
+Do not allow oil, grease or water to come in contact with
the front passenger air bag module.
+After front passenger air bag inflates, the front instrument
panel assembly should be replaced if damaged.
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INSTALLATIONNLRS0019CAUTION:
+Always work from the side of or under front passenger air
bag module.
1. Install front passenger air bag module on the steering member
and secure with new special bolts.
+Ensure harness is not caught between rear of front passenger
air bag module and steering member.
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2. Put the front passenger air bag module connector and air bag
harness connector through the opening of the glove box cover.
3. Install glove box cover.
4. Attach the front passenger air bag module connector to the
connector cover lid.
5. Install glove box assembly. (Glove box is open.)
Refer to BT-22,“INSTRUMENT PANEL ASSEMBLY”for
details.
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6. Connect front passenger air bag module connector to air bag
harness connector.
7. Close the connector cover lid.
8. Close glove box.
9. Connect both battery cable.
10. Conduct self diagnosis to ensure entire SRS operates properly.
(use CONSULT-II or warning lamp check.)
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Front Side Air Bag Module
REMOVALNLRS0059CAUTION:
+Before servicing SRS, turn the ignition switch OFF, dis-
connect both battery cables and wait at least 3 minutes.
+Always work from the rear of the front side air bag mod-
ule.
1. Open the seatback zipper.
2. Disconnect front side air bag module connector.
SUPPLEMENTAL RESTRAINT SYSTEM (SRS)
Front Passenger Air Bag Module (Cont’d)
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Collision Diagnosis=NLRS0033FOR FRONTAL COLLISIONNLRS0033S07To repair the SRS, perform the following steps.
When SRS (except the side air bag modules) is activated in a collision:
1) Replace the diagnosis sensor unit.
2) Remove the air bag modules (except the side air bag modules) and front seat belt pre-tensioner assem-
blies.
3) Check the SRS components using the table shown below:
+Replace any SRS components showing visible signs of damage (dents, cracks and deformation).
4) Install new air bag modules (except the side air bag module) and front seat belt pre-tensioner assemblies.
5) Conduct self-diagnosis using CONSULT-II or“AIR BAG”warning lamp. Refer to“SRS Operation Check”
for details (RS-45). Ensure entire SRS operation properly.
When SRS is not activated in a collision:
1) Check the SRS components using the table shown below:
+Replace any SRS components showing visible signs of damage (dents, cracks and deformation).
2) Conduct self-diagnosis using CONSULT-II or“AIR BAG”warning lamp. Refer to“SRS Operation Check”
for details (RS-45). Ensure entire SRS operation properly.
SRS Inspection (For frontal collision)NLRS0033S0701
Part SRS is activated SRS is NOT activated
Air bag module (driver
and front passenger
side)REPLACE
Install with new spe-
cial bolts coated with
bonding agent.1. Remove air bag module. Check harness cover and connectors for damage,
terminals for deformities, and harness for binding.
2.
a. Install driver air bag module into the steering wheel to check fit and alignment
with the wheel.
b. Install front passenger air bag module into the instrument panel to check fit
with the instrument panel.
3. No damage found, reinstall with new bolts coated with bonding agent.
4. If damaged—REPLACE. Install air bag modules with new special bolts coated
with bonding agent. Air bag must be deployed before discarding.
Front seat belt pre-
tensioner assemblyREPLACE
Install seat belt pre-
tensioner with new
bolts.1. Remove front seat belt pre-tensioners.
Check harness cover and connectors for damage, terminals for deformities,
and harness for binding.
2. Check belts for damage and anchors for loose mounting.
3. Check retractor for smooth operation.
4. If no damage is found, reinstall front seat belt pre-tensioner assembly.
5. If damaged—REPLACE. Install the front seat belt pre-tensioners with new bolts
coated with bonding agent. Front seat belt pre-tensioners must be deployed
before discarding.
Diagnosis sensor unit REPLACE
Install with new bolts
coated with bonding
agent.1. Check case for dents, cracks or deformities.
2. Check connectors for damage, and terminals for deformities.
3. If no damage is found, reinstall with new special bolts and ground bolt coated
with bonding agent.
4. If damaged—REPLACE. Install diagnosis sensor unit with new special bolts
and ground bolt coated with bonding agent.
Steering wheel 1. Visually check steering wheel for deformities.
2. Check harness (built into steering wheel) and connectors for damage, and terminals for deformities.
3. Install driver air bag module to check fit or alignment with steering wheel.
4. Check steering wheel for excessive free play.
5. If no damage is found, reinstall with bolts.
6. If damaged—REPLACE.
Spiral cable 1. Visually check spiral cable and combination switch for damage.
2. Check connectors and protective tape for damage.
3. Check steering wheel for noise, binding or heavy operation.
4. If no damage is found, reinstall with bolts.
5. If damaged—REPLACE.
SUPPLEMENTAL RESTRAINT SYSTEM (SRS)
Collision Diagnosis
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STEERING SYSTEM
SECTION
ST
CONTENTS
PRECAUTIONS...............................................................2
Supplemental Restraint System (SRS)″AIR
BAG″and″SEAT BELT PRE-TENSIONER″...............2
Precautions for Steering System .................................2
PREPARATION...............................................................3
Special Service Tools ..................................................3
Commercial Service Tool .............................................3
NOISE, VIBRATION AND HARSHNESS (NVH)
TROUBLESHOOTING.....................................................5
NVH Troubleshooting Chart.........................................5
ON-VEHICLE SERVICE..................................................6
Checking Steering Wheel Play ....................................6
Checking Neutral Position on Steering Wheel ............6
PRE-CHECKING........................................................6
CHECKING...............................................................6
Front Wheel Turning Angle ..........................................6
Checking Gear Housing Movement ............................6
Checking and Adjusting Drive Belts ............................7
Checking Steering Gear and Linkage .........................7
STEERING GEAR......................................................7
STEERING LINKAGE.................................................7
Checking Fluid Level ...................................................7
Checking Fluid Leakage ..............................................7
Bleeding Hydraulic System..........................................8
Checking Steering Wheel Turning Force ....................8
Checking Hydraulic System.........................................9
STEERING WHEEL AND STEERING COLUMN.........10
Components...............................................................10
Removal and Installation ...........................................10
STEERING WHEEL.................................................10
STEERING COLUMN............................................... 11
Disassembly and Assembly .......................................13Inspection...................................................................14
TILT MECHANISM...................................................14
POWER STEERING GEAR AND LINKAGE................15
Components...............................................................15
Removal and Installation ...........................................16
Inspection...................................................................17
STEERING GEAR....................................................18
BOOT.....................................................................18
TIE-ROD OUTER AND INNER SOCKETS..................18
Assembly ...................................................................18
Adjustment .................................................................20
POWER STEERING OIL PUMP (QG ENGINE)...........21
Components...............................................................21
Inspection...................................................................21
POWER STEERING OIL PUMP (SR ENGINE)............22
Components...............................................................22
Inspection...................................................................22
POWER STEERING OIL PUMP (YD ENGINE)............23
Components...............................................................23
Pre-disassembly Inspection .......................................23
Removal and Installation ...........................................24
Disassembly...............................................................24
Inspection...................................................................25
Assembly ...................................................................26
SERVICE DATA AND SPECIFICATIONS (SDS).........27
General Specifications ...............................................27
Steering Wheel ..........................................................27
Steering Column ........................................................27
Steering Gear and Linkage .......................................28
Power Steering ..........................................................28

Supplemental Restraint System (SRS) “AIR
BAG” and “SEAT BELT PRE-TENSIONER”
NLST0001The Supplemental Restraint System such as “AIR BAG” and “SEAT BELT PRE-TENSIONER” used along with
a seat belt, helps to reduce the risk or severity of injury to the driver and front passenger for certain types of
collision. The SRS system composition which is available to NISSAN MODEL V10 is as follows (The compo-
sition varies according to the destination and optional equipment.):
+For a frontal collision
The Supplemental Restraint System consists of driver air bag module (located in the center of the steer-
ing wheel), front passenger air bag module (located on the instrument panel on passenger side), front seat
belt pre-tensioners, a diagnosis sensor unit, warning lamp, wiring harness and spiral cable.
+For a side collision
The Supplemental Restraint System consists of front side air bag module (located in the outer side of front
seat), side air bag (satellite) sensor, diagnosis sensor unit (one of components of air bags for a frontal
collision), wiring harness, warning lamp (one of components of air bags for a frontal collision).
Information necessary to service the system safely is included in theRS sectionof this Service Manual.
WARNING:
+To avoid rendering the SRS inoperative, which could increase the risk of personal injury or death
in the event of a collision which would result in air bag inflation, all maintenance should be per-
formed by an authorized NISSAN dealer.
+Improper maintenance, including incorrect removal and installation of the SRS, can lead to per-
sonal injury caused by unintentional activation of the system. For removal of Spiral Cable and Air
Bag Module, see the RS section.
+Do not use electrical test equipment on any circuit related to the SRS unless instructed to in this
Service Manual. Spiral cable and wiring harnesses covered with yellow insulation tape either just
before the harness connectors or for the complete harness are related to the SRS.
Precautions for Steering SystemNLST0003+Before disassembly, thoroughly clean the outside of the unit.
+Disassembly should be done in a clean work area. It is important to prevent the internal parts from
becoming contaminated by dirt or other foreign matter.
+Place disassembled parts in order, on a parts rack, for easier and proper assembly.
+Use nylon cloths or paper towels to clean the parts; common shop rags can leave lint that might
interfere with their operation.
+Before inspection or reassembly, carefully clean all parts with a general purpose, non-flammable
solvent.
+Before assembly, apply a coat of recommended power steering fluid* to hydraulic parts. Vaseline
may be applied to O-rings and seals. Do not use any grease.
+Replace all gaskets, seals and O-rings. Avoid damaging O-rings, seals and gaskets during instal-
lation. Perform functional tests whenever designated.
*: DEXRON
TMIII or equivalent. Refer to MA-20, “Fluids and Lubricants”.
PRECAUTIONS
Supplemental Restraint System (SRS) “AIR BAG” and “SEAT BELT PRE-TENSIONER”
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