2005 INFINITI FX35 Service Manual

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Disassembly and AssemblyAGS000H1
SGIA1433E

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CAUTION:
Secure steering gear assembly with a vise, using copper 
plates or something similar

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CAUTION: 
When removing boots, be careful not to damage inner socket and gear housing assembly. If they
are damaged, change them to av

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INSPECTION AFTER DISASSEMBLY 
Boot
Check boot for cracks and deformation. Replace it, if neces

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Axial End Play
Apply load of 490 N (50 kg, 110 lb) to ball stud axially. Use a dial 
gauge to measure the amount of the movement that

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a. To avoid damaging inner rack oil seal, wrap an OHP sheet 
[approximately. 70 mm (2.76 in)

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9. Use a rear cover wrench (SST), install rear cover to gear housing assembly. 
10. Confirm projection on rear cover cap nearly fit wi

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18. Install large-diameter side of boot to gear housing assembly. 
19. Install small-diameter