Cardone 26-1882 Rack and Pinion Assembly

Remanufactured Steering Rack for Nissan Sentra and 200SX

Restore precise steering response with the Cardone 26-1882 rack and pinion assembly. This remanufactured electronic power steering unit is built for direct OE-style fitment and is engineered for Nissan Sentra and Nissan 200SX applications from the mid-1990s.

Cardone remanufactures each unit with new premium components, replaced rubber sealing parts, and a specialized lubricant to support long service life. The assembly is factory test driven under demanding conditions and checked for on-car communication before release.

Key Features

• Remanufactured Original Equipment-style rack and pinion assembly
• Fits 1995-1999 Nissan Sentra and 1995-1998 Nissan 200SX
• Cardone part number 26-1882
• New spool valve seals and rack donut seals installed where applicable
• Specialized lubricant applied for extended durability
• Protective coating helps resist corrosion and rust
• Factory test drive verifies operation under extreme conditions
• O-ring hose ports with M14 x 1.5 pressure port and M16 x 1.5 return port
• Steel and aluminum construction with black finish
• Tie rod ends included

Product Details

The Cardone 26-1882 rack and pinion assembly is a remanufactured steering gear designed for Nissan Sentra and Nissan 200SX models listed in the fitment data. It uses OE-style dimensions and connections, including a 45.56-inch rack length, 16.18 mm input shaft diameter, and 3 turns lock to lock. The unit is built with steel and aluminum casting materials and finished in black for added protection.

Cardone’s remanufacturing process replaces all rubber sealing components and uses polished micro-finish sleeves in the valve housing where applicable. This helps address internal leakage, steering effort concerns, and return-to-center complaints tied to worn rack components. This part cross-references Nissan 485214B000 and 490014B000 for the same application.

Common Issues This Part Can Address

• Hard steering during the first few minutes of driving
• Internal fluid bypass from worn rack seals
• Steering that does not return to center properly
• Power steering noise caused by air in the system after service
• Excessive play or inconsistent steering feel

Installation Notes

For 1995-1999 Nissan Sentra and 1995-1998 Nissan 200SX applications, install an in-line filter and use OE fluid. Flush the hydraulic power steering system during installation, especially when replacing the rack and pinion assembly with inner tie rods. Proper bleeding is important to remove trapped air and reduce pump whine after service.

Before installation, inspect the front-end alignment and return line condition if the steering does not return to center. A restricted or kinked return line can limit fluid flow back to the pump.

Quality Assurance

Cardone remanufactures this steering rack to rigorous quality and performance standards and validates operation through factory test driving. The process is designed to reduce raw material and energy use compared with manufacturing a new part, while maintaining OE-style fit and function for Nissan Sentra and Nissan 200SX applications.