Nissan Titan Rack and Pinion Replacement (2004-2015)

[@ODOGHOST]

You make this job look so easy. I've done most of the work on my Titan myself, but this job is one I've been putting off. Will be attempting this week. Thanks!

[@dejonroberts6122]

I'm about to do mine, how did it go?

[@SNOGSLOG]

It does not look as difficult as the internet/auto shops make it out to be but thats a sign of a good mechanic and video maker. Thank you! Ive done plenty of tie rods but first time doing rack n pinion on my 2010 Frontier at almost 200K! Its been steady leaking hopefully its just that

[@Ligma_Bolzack]

I’m doing one tomorrow and now I know what to expect and how to do it thanks to you. You’re awesome

[@pjazcg]

121 torque spec is super tight, i think if you use a breaker bar and jack up the end of the breaker bar it should work. You can spray a bit of lubrication if you want but the strength of the jack can easy loosen it up.

[@Ac90854]

Great video. My 04s rack has a little life left it in, but I decided to replace the bushings. I had a hell of a time with the rack bolts also. Decided it was a good excuse to buy a new impact lol.

[@AaronHinesAuto]

Ya those bolts are no joke. What impact you go with?

[@Neildo430ci]

Truck on jack stands. I used a 6point 22mm socket on a 'crapsman' ratchet (breaks no worries) used my jack to push handle up to loosen. Yes, very tough. Held bolt head with cresent (didn't have correct wrench)

[@staypufft80]

Super easy video. Thank you. Getting a cardone. Original rack lasted 180k before leaking.

[@octaviobustillos6968]

I don't even own a titan lol. I'm just here enjoying this vid

[@tonymissino329]

this video made it easy, was going to spend 1200 to have mine replaced, you saved me a lot! thanks again!

[@food4stars]

I didn't see my truck axles, on my truck, I brought it at the car auction, missing a lot of petty screws . That was important, so I just been fixing add everything, lol. My truck was reged up, but now almost like new. But I only payed $2,000 for my truck from the auction, I'm not mad. Fixing my vehicles my Hobby, and a few other talents I have, relax me and my personal therapy

[@markchance3540]

Awesome again, I’m at 187K in my 08 CC. PS. Boot has a very small leak and I’ve been putting it off because I didn’t want to pay 1000 dollars to Nissan but this looks fairly simple but I have heard about this 3 nuts! I too looked at reman. From Rock Auto! It appears you haven’t had much luck with them! I probably will go OEM also. So glad I found your videos! I can do all this work now! No fear thx.

[@AaronHinesAuto]

since making this video i have discovered a brand napa uses. i tried one two weeks ago and was very impressed with the qualilt of the rack, looked oem and not spray painted like most rebuilders. ill post the link tomorrow for you

[@watchmanexpert]

@@AaronHinesAuto Hi Aron which rack and pinion u can Recommend me ? The dealer want 17.00 for new one and 1000 dollars more for the installation, 3 k total with taxes .. I looking for buy one and replace by myself, my truck is 2010 Nissan Titan pro4x lifted 6 inch

[@Autobotsunited]

@@watchmanexpert that’s an outrageous price.

[@andycortes748]

We are doing same rack and pinion in my truck im not a mechanic but I want to save some money …we did have to remove the front differential in a 2008 Nissan titan today in going to install the new one hopefully everything will be fine ❤

[@MitchLeonard-tu3kg]

Great Video!!! Thank You I'm replacing minebc I just tried to do a DIY of drilling a hole through the drive shaft and the shaft that is at the top of the cylinder and bolt them together bc the tines are gone and it was slipping. Didn't know that the actual shaft that's above the cylinder was full of oil ! I thought it would be a solid machined metal shaft! Why is the shaft filled w oil?

[@saibermaster]

Aaron, I’ve tried everything to remove those 3 huge rack bolts, just wanted to know how powerful is your impact wrench? Mine is a 250 ft pound and those bolts won’t budge at all, I’ve tried the heating method, a breaker bar, place the cheater bar on a jack and those bolts won’t budge, i was thinking of cutting the bolts off, any ideas? Awesome video by the way!

[@wrobrecht1]

I had to cut one of the bolts off...got 2 off and stripped the 3rd one trying to get it off.

[@ivanvega2821]

Great video! on my 08 Armanda I recently noticed that my steering wheel isn't straight when im going straight on the road. Its a little tilted to the left. Could this be indicative of a rack and pinion issue?

[@johnmallafre5042]

I have an 04. Rack feels great. The only issue is the input shaft is leaking. Can I just replace the input shaft seal?? Thank you Great videos!!

[@dankersting]

Go detroit axle, plus great warranty and is your titan only a 2x4...mine is a 4x4 and I wonder if I have to remove the front diff to do this :/

[@blessymathew8042]

How did it go? I've o do mine, which is an 09 qx56. It's a 4x4 and did you remove front differential? How long it took? Anything you can share or tips and tricks with your experience? Stealership asking ridiculous money. Please let me know

[@TravisPathkiller]

I've replaced this same thing on an 04 4wd. It's leaking quite a bit, Is this normal? Thanks for your video

[@abrianna8380]

I want to know what was the problem that cause you to swap or or replace it the first and second time?

[@thomaspalomino80]

Awesome thank I have to replace mine on my 2006 Nissan Titan 1st generation… I herd u say $650.00 for new part from dealer with labor at a shop how much would u estimate???

[@AndresDelapava]

Hi Aaron first very nice thanks for the video now mi question what do you recommend 1. brand new Nissan 2. Nissan Value Line part number (Remanufactured) 3. Brand new other?

[@brookeerwin8298]

How long does it take to do the entire job.. ( mine is a 4WD with a lift, if that matters) And also, is it possible to just have to change the boot? How can u tell if its just a boot replacement or the entire rack??

[@brookeerwin8298]

Also the video was a perfect demo very clear and informative u make it seem much easier then it really is im sure but really the video was clear and cut to the chase.. I will be referring to more of your videos for my Nissan needs

[@GodzillaMX007]

2008 Nissan Armada I replaced the rack and pinion feels really weird on curvy Rodes feels like the steerimg wheel is loose and not somewhat stiff did I do something wrong? Or maybe the rack has air and needs to be purged more?

[@kevinromero3688]

What sway bar and bushings and the silver mounting straps are being used on your truck? I’ve had problems with my sway bar making contact even with the prg extendable sway bar links.

[@mikegeer5185]

Great instruction Aaron. Hows the Napa PS unit compared to the OEM?

[@jackruthjess]

Excellent video. Clear and precise. Thank you.

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[@ryankendrick6350]

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[@terryfrome1641]

Can i ask what was wrong with the rebuilt one. I just replaced mine and while it works, it feels very hard and when making 90 degree turns it feels jerky. I just ordered another one cause i dont know what else it could be.

[@kidyugi1]

This job is not easy definitely not for beginners especially if the front differential is in the way. I feel bad for any one who has to do this in their back yard. Great video by the way.

[@Smutty96]

Lmaooooo it ain’t that tough for a “beginner”

[@rooter1]

I’ve done it on 06 4x4 and let me tell ya, it ain’t easy. Make sure you got some tools.

[@andrewstokes7649]

Informative video ..... thank you. I'm going to replace my rack and pinion this weekend. Where are the torque specs that you said you posted?

[@harminaguilera7439]

Aaron, really appreciate your all your work Nissan Titan. Keep up the good works. Think you can do a training videos on Transmission Control Module and alternator change out? Thanks again Sir👍

[@namffuh6858]

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[@tylercorkum3569]

Is that a metal washer and is there rubber behind it for mounting?

[@ddarrell_5]

Great video Unrelated question - do you happen to know what exhaust system you've got? I need to replace mine, but I can't figure out what it is. It sounds great and I haven't found a system in any comparison videos that sounds remotely the same, but yours does lol

[@jordanennis8592]

What does the o ring look like on the high pressure line I want to make sure I'm replacing or looking at the right thing because there is an o ring on my high pressure line when I took it off

[@imbrok3n882]

I had a terrible experience getting the splines out and in from the steering wheel linkage area ... i had to hit it upward too come off then getting it back on was a mess for me i took a break hopefully tommorow goes well ...

[@tdernaika1]

Great video... followed all steps got it loose , but I was not able to wiggle the R&P out . Please help

[@patabernathy1003]

Thank you for your time running the repair. I noticed your links and stabilizer bar mounts-bushings what type are they?

[@daviddobbins244]

They are from prg products

[@CK-iy6tn]

When removing the steering shaft did you spread it open far enough to push it sideways or is there room to push it up off of the rack? Thank you

[@brucetec6597]

I know this is a year old but for anyone that probably has the same question. The shaft does slide up. It's made like that in the case of an accident so the steering wheel does not get pushed up against your chest.

[@whatmynamemitch]

Thank God this dude owns my truck. I’d be major fooooked several times.

[@davidpyrcz8970]

Awesome video! Thanks!

[@giovannimartinez8311]

Nice video bro..... my new rack didn’t come with the plastic washers for the steering shaft. Is that something I need ?

[@ruizz7166]

What bad symptoms does a bad steering rack give for this vehicle ? I have a 2008 Nissan Armada 4x4

[@07350zhr]

I have a 07 4x4 it's making whine here and there. I replaced the pump and same exact noise still

[@elmasacuatleco480]

Thx for the video man, I’m going to do it my self, you really explain how to do it 💪💪

[@SilvestreVences]

What are your outer tie rods with the threaded pin going up and on my truck they pin going down?

[@Bestmobilemechanicservice]

Great video! However, I am not sure that the three rack bolts on the bolt head side are five sixteens like you mentioned. The nut is either seven eighths like you mentioned but I believe the bolt heads are a little larger - 24 mm if I am not mistaken. Anyway, great video like It said.

[@photonsixer]

in sure he meant 15/16 which is close to 24 mm

[@imeldalopez8752]

Aaron I replaced the rack and pinion on my 2006 Nissan Armada SE, but now the VDC and SLIP lights are on.

[@alfa_romeo55yush82]

Youre truck needs to be reprogrammed at the dealer when te vdc light comes on by itself.

[@Innercityoutdoorsman]

How do you get the high pressure hose on its taking me two days to get it done and no luck

[@Drewfvalencia]

Great video

[@morrellp]

Great video. Thank you. Question....where did you get your sway bar mounting billet straps from?

[@AaronHinesAuto]

Prg products, they make a lot of custom parts for that platform www.prgproducts.com/product-page/billet-sway-bar-mounts

[@gariningleton3785]

I was looking at that too as they look good and my originals I had to keep changing almost every year

[@lovesosa4926]

Do you guys recommend nissan 350z 2008 rack and pinion rebuild or new?

[@rcolon5432]

Where can I find your notes for the four-wheel drive removal and replacement of the rack and pinion?

[@AaronHinesAuto]

its the same as the 2wd exept the front diff will need to be removed. i just make a video on how to remove or replace the front diff. hope this helps. kzbin.info/www/bejne/oXK8pKqCbtSFeMU

[@waynekaley3325]

If you are in Indiana, Indianapolis rack and pinion sells a remanufactured rack for a good price and is highly rated. Ships to you and comes with a prepaid return for the core. I will be doing this myself. Good luck everyone.

[@betocastaneda29]

hello I hope you can answer my question, I have a Nissan Titan 04 4x4, to remove the rack and Pinion I have to remove the 4x4 differential ????????

[@cody3753]

That’s what want too know

[@luckylover6403]

How , much hourly time can this be , 2-3-4 days and patience absarvesnce make you great no matter the limit.

[@faisalsheikh9941]

I have a 06 Armada, I presume the mechanism in the front should be the same. My rack was broken and I had a mechanic replace mine but I didn't like how he installed it. He took out my front deferential in order to install it. Is it normal or he didn't what he was doing? Please respond because my steering still doesn't feel right.

[@AaronHinesAuto]

Yes on 4wd models the front differential needs to re removed order for the rack to be replaced. If it doesn’t feel right I would bring it back to him or another shop to inspect

[@faisalsheikh9941]

@@AaronHinesAuto Thank you so much, i am taking it to the guy as soon as possible.

[@harminaguilera7439]

Type steering fluid for Nissan Titan And 14 1/2 spins ( tie rod) only for driver side or both sides? Thanks

[@ivanbotov3004]

It's not really a specific number of spins. He's basically saying that if you count how many turns it takes to do to take off, is how many you should turn getting it back on. That way, the alignment is the closest to when you took it off and can get you back to the shop before re-allignment.

[@saibermaster]

when reassembling, does the steering shaft slip on to the rack first? or does the rack go on 1st then the the steering shaft?

[@brucetec6597]

Rack goes in first. The steering shaft does slide up and down.

[@jonmyers2136]

Very well done

[@sailor95]

Thx for the video. I have a 2008 Infiniti QX56 (essentially an Armada). Where are the steering rack bolts located? Right now it’s making creaking and popping noises when backing out and turning slowly out of my drive way. Going in a straight line, I hear nothing. I’ve been told the steering rack bolts can get loose. So I’d like to see if they need to be retorqued. I’ve already installed a newer Stillen brand sway bar stabilizer and sway bar links. The noises are still there tho. Any ideas?

[@AaronHinesAuto]

I have the same swar bar on my truck and live it. There are a total of 3 bolts that hold the rack on. The bolts go through a metal crossmember under the front part of the oil pan of the engine. I have not personally seen these bolts loosen up. Don’t can’t it can’t happen though. I have seen the rubber-mounts that the bolts go through go bad, which requires replacement of the rack

[@sailor95]

Aaron Hines I also replaced the sway bar rubber bushings and applied Amsoil lube to them and inside the metal bushing brackets. Thought later maybe I shouldn’t have greased them. I really don’t want to take it to a mechanic. Every Armada forum I read pointed to the sway bar bushings and links. It’s not a clicking sound I hear. I know what a bad rack sounds like. Any other possibilities you may know?

[@AaronHinesAuto]

does the noise only occur when you wheel is turning? with the vehicle off, try having someone turn your steering wheel back and forth quickly, only move the wheel a couple inchs, and look for any play or noises, i would start there and then recheck the nuts on the sway bar links to see if they are still tight. i have had a few work loose after i installed them.

[@danielsalazar1585]

Good job

[@jackruthjess]

Question: What are the symptoms of a bad rack & pinion? I cannot determine if I have a bad R&P or bad pump.

[@AaronHinesAuto]

Leaking fluid from inter tie rod good and the steering shaft. Also excessive play in the rack. Have someone turn the wheel 1 inch back and forth while you look at the steering shaft and see if the inner tie rods are moving when the shaft moves. You should have much play, good luck!

[@falsulaimani7]

@@AaronHinesAuto mine only has a leak. is is possible to just change the seal ( kit sold in amazon)? it would be great if you made a video on the old one to show the location of each one

[@arthurmarin5726]

hey man my steering is super hard, it eases up a bit when I gas it, would this be the rack and pinion or steering pump hose ?

[@AaronHinesAuto]

Number one issue with that symptom is low fluid level. If the levers is good then the pump is suspected to be bad

[@arthurmarin5726]

what's the levers ?

[@jahzaylia]

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[@AlexC-l3p]

How much for a job like this?

[@zme1936]

Good clean work thanks bro

[@filivallenajar6889]

The truck whines when I turn the wheel does that have something to do with the Rack or the power steering also it gives me low oil pressure when I stop but then goes back to regular when I go

[@AaronHinesAuto]

Sounds either low fluid lever or a bad pump

[@filivallenajar6889]

Thanks men look like the was little low n fluid but can't find we're is going or leaking

[@chriskruszewski9475]

Bro holy freaking doo doo those bolts are absolutely ridiculous and tighter than any steering gear bolts should ever be

[@cindieldred4635]

Is the rack and pinion the same for both the 2 and 4 wheel drive.

[@AaronHinesAuto]

Yes it is.

[@cindieldred4635]

@@AaronHinesAuto Thank you so much

[@robertoguardado6079]

Thk.you for all inf.

[@djordjedraca4085]

Why not showing the proses of removing the rack missed the important step

[@elcoquihermoso]

Great demo. Thanks!

[@kochj0713]

Looks like whoever owns that vehicle replaced the stock parts with some goodies underneath her. polyurethanes on swaybar, a swaybar, swaybar retention cups, different shock system and also swaybar adjustment nuts. It’s kind of a nice thing that can get destroyed Minnesota though.

[@gaylordres1058]

Can you please please find a second to show where, how, and which tools are needed for the starter removal and mainly the sake of my patience levels to return to normal and me not to blow up my truck in frustration 👀🙏🏻👱🏻‍♀️

[@Tonyzarza64]

Why are the tie rods upside down

[@zenurez]

I have a 4wd, what will I need to do differently?

[@AaronHinesAuto]

you will need to remove the front driveshaft by taking out the 4 ujoint bolts, then unbolt the front axles and allow them to drop off the front diff, then remove 3 bolts the hold in the front differential allowing the front diff to drop out of the truck, now you can work to remove the rack

[@iansenhouse-laville1181]

Also have a 4wd but it has a 6" lift.the front differential is already via the bracket lift.do I still have to drop the front diff?

[@austinroberts6683]

@@AaronHinesAuto sorry it’s old but I’m about to replace mine on 4x4 and was wondering do I need any new hardware? Seals when I drop the diff

[@watchmanexpert]

@@iansenhouse-laville1181 Hi did u replaced the rack and pinion? How difficult is ? I also have 6 inch lift my truck is 2010 Nissan Titan , which rack and pinion brand u used ?

[@db4652]

Thanks 👍

[@mikeoxmaul5062]

It bothers me how clean his truck is underneath. Why can’t mine look like this lol

[@chrisgarcia4477]

I have to rack off but i cant get it out..lol have no room to slide it out

[@food4stars]

Without or after using PB Blast and watch this video to lose any screw

[@brandonalvarez4403]

Does anyone know the o ring information

[@tigeronabike]

How do I message you, Aaron?

[@page76metalcraft19]

you sure that a 5/16 wrench? lol

[@watchmanexpert]

The dealer want 1.500 dólar for new rack and pinion for my Nissan Titan 2010

[@derekg.6072]

ALL was good with the repair.......Well basically until I watched you take a sludge hammer and smash the nut downwards, while still threaded!! No bueno!! Unless your replacing them, not a good idea to hammer on the nut downward like that. Your definitely gonna ruin the threads of the tie rod,, 1000%. Then the top of stud will be mushroomed out, so you can't tap it. Annnnnd yep, ur buying new outer tie rods. Basically your supposed to just use the nut as a shield for the threads of the tie rod, and hammer the hell out of the knuckle of the spindle ((The housing the outer tie rod sits in)). Ive been a Technician for 16+ years and yes I learned very quickly not to do what u just did. Having to pay for some new tie rods out of your own pocket, will dent the wallet a smidge, leaving u having a bad day. :::Just a heads up::: Good video otherwise. 👍👍

[@AaronHinesAuto]

thanks for the compliment on the video , the point of the nut being on the tie rod is to protect the threads while you remove it from the knuckle. i have removed tie rods this was 100's of times and have never damaged a single one. not to say it cant happen tho.

[@alie.9523]

You did not show how to bleed after replacement.

[@falsulaimani7]

there is no bleeding procedure just fill it up and go for a ride then fill up again until it stays on the max line

[@jase4010]

Was that Metallica during the intro slowed down

[@AaronHinesAuto]

Yes! Ur the man. Over 1 million views in my channel and your the first to guess that.

[@jase4010]

Lords of summer judging by my name you could assume I’m a fan I’ve seen em live 5x

[@jaydburrows]

15/16” not 5/16” kept throwing me off

[@food4stars]

You showed all the easy part, and skip showing how to get the rack and pinion out the bottom and put in, smh.

[@jacobash1818]

Doing this now my biggest problem is the line… that mf ain’t coming off Lmaoo!!!!!! Not the high pressure the return line is impossible for me

[@jacobash1818]

For the 3 bolts I used an electric impact with 1100 ft lol… so the bolts were butter but the line for me was the hardest part so far can’t get the line off…

[@coreywalls6243]

Awesome video - thanks!!