2006 NISSAN VERSA service

PS-1
POWER STEERING SYSTEM
G STEERING
CONTENTS
C
D
E
F
H
I
J
K
L
M
SECTION PS
A
B
PS
Revision: June 20062007 Versa PRECAUTIONS .......................................................... 2
Precautions for Supplemental Restraint System
(SRS) “AIR BAG” and “SEAT BELT PRE-TEN-
SIONER” .................................................................. 2
Precautions Necessary for Steering Wheel Rotation
After Battery Disconnect .......................................... 2
OPERATION PROCEDURE ................................. 2
Precautions for Steering System .............................. 3
PREPARATION ........................................................... 4
Special Service Tools ............................................... 4
Commercial Service Tools ........................................ 4
NOISE, VIBRATION AND HARSHNESS (NVH)
TROUBLESHOOTING ................................................ 5
NVH Trouble Shooting Chart .................................... 5
STEERING WHEEL .................................................... 6
On-Vehicle Inspection and Service .......................... 6
CHECKING CONDITION OF INSTALLATION ...... 6
CHECKING STEERING WHEEL PLAY ................ 6
CHECKING NEUTRAL POSITION STEERING
WHEEL ................................................................. 6
CHECKING STEERING WHEEL TURNING
FORCE .................................................................. 6
CHECKING FRONT WHEEL TURNING ANGLE ..... 7
Removal and Installation .......................................... 8
REMOVAL ............................................................. 8
INSTALLATION ..................................................... 8STEERING COLUMN ................................................. 9
Removal and Installation .......................................... 9
COMPONENT ....................................................... 9
REMOVAL ............................................................. 9
INSPECTION AFTER REMOVAL ....................... 10
INSTALLATION ................................................... 10
INSPECTION AFTER INSTALLATION ................ 10
POWER STEERING GEAR ...................................... 12
Removal and Installation ........................................ 12
COMPONENT ..................................................... 12
REMOVAL ........................................................... 12
INSTALLATION ................................................... 12
INSPECTION AFTER INSTALLATION ................ 13
Disassembly and Assembly .................................... 13
COMPONENT (R24K TYPE) .............................. 13
DISASSEMBLY ................................................... 13
INSPECTION AFTER DISASSEMBLY ................ 14
ASSEMBLY ......................................................... 15
SERVICE DATA AND SPECIFICATIONS (SDS) ...... 17
Steering Wheel ....................................................... 17
Steering Angle ........................................................ 17
Steering Column ..................................................... 17
Steering Outer Socket and Inner Socket ................ 17
Steering Gear ......................................................... 18

PS-2
PRECAUTIONS
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PRECAUTIONSPFP:00001
Precautions for Supplemental Restraint System (SRS) “AIR BAG” and “SEAT
BELT PRE-TENSIONER”
EGS0015S
The Supplemental Restraint System such as “AIR BAG” and “SEAT BELT PRE-TENSIONER”, used along
with a front seat belt, helps to reduce the risk or severity of injury to the driver and front passenger for certain
types of collision. This system includes seat belt switch inputs and dual stage front air bag modules. The SRS
system uses the seat belt switches to determine the front air bag deployment, and may only deploy one front
air bag, depending on the severity of a collision and whether the front occupants are belted or unbelted.
Information necessary to service the system safely is included in the SRS and SB section of this Service Man-
ual.
WAR NIN G:

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 must be per-
formed by an authorized NISSAN/INFINITI 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 SRS section.

Do not use electrical test equipment on any circuit related to the SRS unless instructed to in this
Service Manual. SRS wiring harnesses can be identified by yellow and/or orange harnesses or
harness connectors.
Precautions Necessary for Steering Wheel Rotation After Battery DisconnectEGS0014Q
NOTE:

This procedure is applied only to models with Intelligent Key system and NATS (NISSAN ANTI-THEFT
SYSTEM).

Remove and install all control units after disconnecting both battery cables with the ignition switch in the
″LOCK″ position.

Always use CONSULT-II to perform self-diagnosis as a part of each function inspection after finishing
work. If DTC is detected, perform trouble diagnosis according to self-diagnostic results.
For models equipped with the Intelligent Key system and NATS, an electrically controlled steering lock mech-
anism is adopted on the key cylinder.
For this reason, if the battery is disconnected or if the battery is discharged, the steering wheel will lock and
steering wheel rotation will become impossible.
If steering wheel rotation is required when battery power is interrupted, follow the procedure below before
starting the repair operation.
OPERATION PROCEDURE
1. Connect both battery cables.
NOTE:
Supply power using jumper cables if battery is discharged.
2. Use the Intelligent Key or mechanical key to turn the ignition switch to the ″ACC″ position. At this time, the
steering lock will be released.
3. Disconnect both battery cables. The steering lock will remain released and the steering wheel can be
rotated.
4. Perform the necessary repair operation.
5. When the repair work is completed, return the ignition switch to the ″LOCK″ position before connecting
the battery cables. (At this time, the steering lock mechanism will engage.)
6. Perform a self-diagnosis check of all control units using CONSULT-II.

PS-4
PREPARATION
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PREPARATIONPFP:00002
Special Service ToolsEGS0014S
The actual shapes of Kent-Moore tools may differ from those of special tools illustrated here.
Commercial Service ToolsEGS0014T
Tool number
(Kent-Moore No.)
Tool nameDescription
ST3127S000
(J-25742-1)
Preload gauge
(J-25765-A)
1. GG91030000
Torque wrench
2. HT62940000
(—)
Socket adapter (1/2")
3. HT62900000
(—)
Socket adapter (3/8")Inspecting rotating torque for steering column
assembly and pinion assembly
KV40107300
(—)
Boot Band crimping toolInstalling boot bands
KV48103400
(—)
Preload adapterInspecting of rotating torque for pinion assem-
bly
S-NT541
ZZA1229D
ZZA0824D
Tool number
Tool nameDescription
Spring gauge Inspecting steering wheel turning force and
power steering gear linkage
Power toolRemoving nuts and bolts
LST025
PBIC0190E

PS-6
STEERING WHEEL
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STEERING WHEELPFP:48430
On-Vehicle Inspection and ServiceEGS0014V
CHECKING CONDITION OF INSTALLATION

Check installation conditions of steering gear assembly, front suspension assembly, axle and steering col-
umn assembly.

Check if movement exists when steering wheel is moved up and down, to the left and right and to the axial
direction.

Check steering gear assembly mounting bolts and nuts for looseness. Refer to PS-12, "COMPONENT" .
CHECKING STEERING WHEEL PLAY

Turn steering wheel so that front wheels come to the straight-ahead position. Start engine and lightly turn
steering wheel to the left and right until front wheels start to move. Measure steering wheel movement on
the outer circumference.

When the measurement value is outside the standard value, check backlash for each joint of steering col-
umn assembly and installation condition of steering gear assembly.
CHECKING NEUTRAL POSITION STEERING WHEEL

Make sure that steering gear assembly, steering column assembly and steering wheel are installed in the
correct position.

Perform neutral position inspection after wheel alignment. Refer to RSU-2, "Precautions for Supplemental
Restraint System (SRS) “AIR BAG” and “SEAT BELT PRE-TENSIONER”" .

Set vehicle to the straight-ahead position and confirm steering wheel is in the neutral position.

Loosen outer socket lock nut and turn inner socket to left and right equally to make fine adjustments if
steering wheel is not in the neutral position.
CHECKING STEERING WHEEL TURNING FORCE
1. Park vehicle on a level and dry surface, set parking brake.
2. Start engine.
3. Check steering wheel turning force when steering wheel has
been turned 360° from neutral position using suitable tool as
shown.
4. If steering wheel turning force is out of the specification, refer to
STC-7, "
How to Perform Trouble Diagnosis" . Steering wheel axial end play : 0 mm (0 in)
Steering wheel play : 0 - 35 mm (0 - 1.38 in)
Steering wheel
turning force: Less than 36 N (3.7 kg-f, 8.2 lb-f)
WGIA0180E

PS-8
STEERING WHEEL
Revision: June 20062007 Versa
Removal and InstallationEGS0014W
REMOVAL
NOTE:
When reconnecting spiral cable, secure cable with a tape so that case and rotating part keep aligned. This will
omit neutral position alignment procedure during spiral cable installation.
1. Set vehicle to the straight-ahead position.
2. Remove driver air bag module. Refer to SRS-41, "
DRIVER AIR BAG MODULE" .
3. Remove steering wheel lock nut after steering is locked.
4. Remove steering wheel.
INSTALLATION
Installation is in the reverse order of removal.
CAUTION:
Do not run spiral cable idle needlessly. And do not turn it more than necessary (or it leads to discon-
nection of the cable).
NOTE:

The neutral position is set as follows.
Turn the spiral cable clockwise to the end position. Then turn it
counterclockwise (about 2 and half turns) and stop turning at the
point on which the stopper insertion holes are in the same posi-
tion (B). The service part is installed in the neutral position by
the stopper and can be set without adjusting after the stopper is
removed.

Adjust the spiral cable locating pin (B) to the steering wheel
locating pin hole (C).
WGIA0183E

SERVICE DATA AND SPECIFICATIONS (SDS)
PS-17
C
D
E
F
H
I
J
K
L
MA
B
PS
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SERVICE DATA AND SPECIFICATIONS (SDS)PFP:00030
Steering WheelEGS00150
Steering AngleEGS00151
Steering ColumnEGS00152
Steering Outer Socket and Inner SocketEGS00153
Steering wheel axial end play 0 mm (0 in)
Steering wheel play 0 - 35 mm (0 - 1.38 in)
Steering wheel turning force Less than 36 N (3.7 kg-f, 8.2 lb-f)
Inner wheel
Degree minute (Decimal degree)Minimum 35° 00′ (35.0°)
Nominal 38° 00′ (38.0°)
Maximum 39° 00′ (39.0°)
Outer wheel
Degree minute (Decimal degree)33° 00′ (33.0°)
Steering column length “L”Minimum 462.1 mm (18.19 in)
Nominal 464.1 mm (18.27 in)
Maximum 466.1 mm (18.35 in)
Steering column assembly rotating torque 0 - 2.1 N·m (0 - 0.21 kg-m, 0 - 18 in-lb)
Tilt operating range20 mm (0.79 in)
SGIA1293E
Steering gear typeR24K
Outer socket ball studSwinging torque 0.3 - 2.9 N·m (0.03 - 0.29 kg-m, 3.0 - 25 in-lb)
Measurement on spring balance
Measuring point: ball stud upper side6.0 - 58 N (0.61 - 5.91 kg-f, 1.35 - 13.03 lb-f)
Axial end play 0.5 mm (0.020 in) or less
Inner socket ball jointSwinging torque 0.5 - 5.0 N·m (0.06 - 0.51 kg-m, 5 - 44 in-lb)

Measurement on spring balance

Measuring point at *mark shown4.3 - 43.5 N (0.44 - 4.44 kg-f, 0.97 - 9.79 lb-f)
Axial end play 0.2 mm (0.008 in) or less
Inner socket length “L”57.8 mm (2.276 in)
SGIA0950E

PS-18
SERVICE DATA AND SPECIFICATIONS (SDS)
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Steering GearEGS00154
Steering gear modelR24K
Rack neutral position, dimension “L” (rack stroke) 65.0 mm (2.559 in)
Pinion rotating torque
standardAround neutral position
(within ± 100°) Average A0.3 - 1.5 N·m (0.03 - 0.15 kg-m, 3 - 13 in-lb)
Maximum variation C 1.86 N·m (0.19 kg-m, 16 in-lb)
WGIA0185E
MGIA0017E

RAX-1
REAR AXLE
D DRIVELINE/AXLE
CONTENTS
C
E
F
G
H
I
J
K
L
M
SECTION RAX
A
B
RAX
Revision: June 20062007 Versa PREPARATION ........................................................... 2
Commercial Service Tools ........................................ 2
NOISE, VIBRATION AND HARSHNESS (NVH)
TROUBLESHOOTING ................................................ 3
NVH Troubleshooting Chart ..................................... 3
WHEEL HUB .............................................................. 4
On-Vehicle Inspection and Service .......................... 4REAR WHEEL BEARING INSPECTION ............... 4
Removal and Installation .......................................... 4
COMPONENTS ..................................................... 4
REMOVAL ............................................................. 4
INSPECTION AFTER REMOVAL ......................... 5
INSTALLATION ..................................................... 5
SERVICE DATA AND SPECIFICATIONS (SDS) ........ 6
Wheel Bearing .......................................................... 6