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STEERING COLUMN 1993 Nissan Sentra 1993 STEERING Nissan - Steering Columns NX & Sentra DESCRIPTION Steering columns are designed to collapse upon impact. A flexible joint and "U" joint(s) connect steering column to steering gear assembly. Some models are equipped with tilt steering. Cruise control, turn signal/headlight, ignition and wiper/washer switches are mounted on column. Switches can be serviced by removing column covers and steering wheel. WARNING: On NX and Sentra GLE models with driver's side air bag, use extreme caution while servicing steering column. Disconnect negative battery cable and wait 10 minutes to allow system to electrically discharge before attempting any repair. DO NOT apply electrical power to any component on steering column without disconnecting air bag module or system may be activated. DISABLING & ACTIVATING AIR BAG SYSTEM WARNING: After disabling air bag system, wait about 10 minutes before servicing. Air bag system voltage is maintained for about 10 minutes after system is disabled. Servicing system before 10 minutes may cause accidental air bag deployment and possible personal injury. 1) To disable air bag, turn ignition switch to OFF position. Disconnect and shield negative battery cable. Wait 10 minutes before working on or near air bag components. 2) To activate system, reconnect battery. Turn ignition switch to RUN position from passenger side of vehicle. Observe AIR BAG indicator light to ensure system is functioning properly. REMOVAL & INSTALLATION WARNING: NX and Sentra GLE models are equipped with Supplemental Restraint System (SRS). SRS wiring harness is routed near instrument cluster and related parts. All SRS wiring harnesses and connectors are Yellow. DO NOT use electrical test equipment on these circuits. Before working on steering column components, disable air bag system. See DISABLING & ACTIVATING AIR BAG SYSTEM. STEERING WHEEL & HORN PAD NOTE: Special air bag assembly attaching bolts are coated with a bonding agent. Discard old bolts after removal and replace with new bolts. Removal (NX and Sentra GLE) 1) Before proceeding, disarm SRS. See DISABLING & ACTIVATING AIR BAG SYSTEM. Remove lower cover from steering wheel. Disconnect air bag assembly connector. Remove right and left side covers from steering wheel. Using Torx Bit (T50H), remove and discard special air bag assembly attaching bolts. Remove air bag assembly and place on bench with pad side facing upward. 2) Disconnect horn connector and remove nuts. Ensure all other wiring harness connectors affecting steering wheel removal are disconnected. Place steering wheel in straight-ahead position. Remove steering wheel nut and washer. Mark steering wheel and shaft for reassembly reference. Using Steering Wheel Puller (J-25726-A), remove steering wheel. DO NOT overtighten puller bolt on steering wheel. Installation (NX and Sentra GLE) To install, reverse removal procedure. Ensure arrow on spiral cable is aligned with alignment mark. See Fig.