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Ventana
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Posted: Jul 10 2007 at 9:22am \| IP Logged

Noticed a leak on my 2001 SC CC 2 wheel drive with about 70K on it from the front left corner ball joint area. Brought it in to the dealer and they told me it was a steering gearbox leak and the unit should be replaced. Needless to say this is an expensive unit. I have two questions, what would cause this to leak and how good are the seal rebuild kits for these? If I go the rebuild or even remanufacture route would I expect the same thing down the road. Just some history, about 2 weeks ago I was on vacation and it was very hot outside, and I noticed a rubber burning smell from the underside of the truck. Any thoughts or insight would be appreciated.

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Posted: Jul 10 2007 at 10:03am \| IP Logged

Its an known issue or should I say its pretty common check/ tighten up the hoses on the botton of the Resivor(sp) you can Also get a rebuild kit IE new seals from here www.courtesyparts.com here is the direct link

http://www.courtesyparts.com/betasite/xterra-wd22-2000-2004/ genuine-nissan-parts/steering/492-power-steering-gear/-c-14_ 80_511.html

I know it says Xterra but this kit will also work On Frontiers I have had the kit for awhile just have not got around to installing it hope this helps

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Posted: Jul 12 2007 at 7:36am \| IP Logged

Thanks for the information. Turns out the dealer gave me a heavily discounted price and they changed it with a brand new unit. I was just surprised at how fast the unit failed, no real indication that there was any steering issue or uneven wear on the tires. I was a little peeved at the beginning but my dealership is great. They service my wifes Altima and the Frontier, I may pay a little more but when I have a problem they take us right away. Love the forum and it is my most valuable tool.

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