What is the rotating torque spec for the tie-rod outer ball joint on the R22T manual steering gear?

0.1 - 2.9 N·m (1 - 30 kg-cm, 0.9 - 26.0 in-lb), checked with tool ST3127S000 (See J25765-A).

How much axial end play is allowed in the tie-rod ball joints?

0 mm (0 in) for both the tie-rod outer ball joint and the tie-rod inner ball joint.

Why shouldn't grease be applied outside the rack bushing when assembling the steering gear?

The manual warns that grease applied outside the rack bushing will obstruct air flow through the air flow portions of the bushing.

How do you set the rack in the neutral position during assembly?

Insert the rack gear from the gear housing side and set it so both ends extend the same length, 60.4 mm (2.378 in).

How is the pinion assembly installed on the R22T steering gear?

Install the pinion assembly aligning it with the painted matching mark on the housing.

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Nissan R22T Manual Steering Gear Inspection & Assembly - Service Manual ST-8

Manual steering gear R22T inspection and assembly: ball-joint torque and rack bushing install

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Steering shop manual page ST-8 covering tie-rod ball-joint rotating-torque inspection (0.1-2.9 N·m) and steering-gear rack bushing/pinion assembly with matching-mark alignment.

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This is page ST-8 from a Nissan factory service manual covering the manual steering gear and linkage, type R22T. The left column continues the Inspection section, giving specifications for checking the tie-rod ball joints: rotating torque for the tie-rod outer ball joint should be 0.1–2.9 N·m (1–30 kg-cm, 0.9–26.0 in-lb), measured using special tool ST3127S000 (See J25765-A); axial end play for both the tie-rod outer and inner ball joints must be 0 mm (0 in). The right column begins the Assembly and Adjustment section for the steering gear: (1) install the rack bushing, with a caution not to apply grease outside the rack bushing because grease will obstruct air flow (air flow portions are shown in an illustration); (2) insert the rack gear from the gear housing side; (3) set the rack in neutral position so both ends extend the same length of 60.4 mm (2.378 in); and (4) install the pinion assembly aligned with the painted matching mark. Illustrations are referenced by figure codes SST551A, SST610A, SST552A, SST553A, and SST549A. This page is useful for anyone rebuilding or inspecting an R22T manual steering rack.

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Frequently asked questions

What is the rotating torque spec for the tie-rod outer ball joint on the R22T manual steering gear?: 0.1 - 2.9 N·m (1 - 30 kg-cm, 0.9 - 26.0 in-lb), checked with tool ST3127S000 (See J25765-A).
How much axial end play is allowed in the tie-rod ball joints?: 0 mm (0 in) for both the tie-rod outer ball joint and the tie-rod inner ball joint.
Why shouldn't grease be applied outside the rack bushing when assembling the steering gear?: The manual warns that grease applied outside the rack bushing will obstruct air flow through the air flow portions of the bushing.
How do you set the rack in the neutral position during assembly?: Insert the rack gear from the gear housing side and set it so both ends extend the same length, 60.4 mm (2.378 in).
How is the pinion assembly installed on the R22T steering gear?: Install the pinion assembly aligning it with the painted matching mark on the housing.