{"product_id":"dorman-425-617-steering-shaft-lower","title":"Dorman 425-617 Steering Shaft - Lower","description":"\u003ch2\u003eOE Replacement Steering Shaft for Nissan\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eDorman 425-617 is a direct replacement steering shaft for specific Nissan applications, including Frontier, Xterra, and Pathfinder lower steering positions. It is precision-machined for a secure fit and tested to meet Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standards.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDirect replacement for the original steering shaft on select Nissan vehicles\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePrecision-machined for tight spline engagement and stable steering connection\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSteel, rubber, and painted black construction\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e27-spline design with internal spline and external profile ends\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIncludes one universal joint\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCompatible with lower steering shaft applications on Frontier, Xterra, and Pathfinder\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eFitment Details\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eFits 2005-2024 Nissan Frontier, lower. Fits 2005-2015 Nissan Xterra, lower. Fits 2005-2012 Nissan Pathfinder, lower.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis part cross-references Nissan 48080EA00A for the same application. If you are replacing a worn Nissan Frontier steering shaft or servicing a lower steering shaft on an Xterra or Pathfinder, Dorman 425-617 provides the OE-style dimensions needed for proper alignment and connection.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eWhat This Part Helps Address\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eExcessive play or looseness in the steering shaft connection\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWorn splines that no longer hold a secure fit\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSteering vibration caused by a damaged intermediate shaft assembly\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCorrosion or wear in the lower steering shaft section\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFitment issues from a failed original equipment shaft\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eInstallation Notes\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eVerify spline count, shaft length, and end style before installation. This steering shaft uses an internal spline on one end and an external profile on the other, so alignment during installation is important. Mounting hardware and installation instructions are not included.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eQuality Assurance\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eDorman tests this steering shaft to meet Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standards and machines it for accurate fitment. It is built as a direct OE replacement for select Nissan Frontier, Xterra, and Pathfinder lower steering applications.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Dorman","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52752749559989,"sku":"BKKY-425-617","price":307.21,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0628\/1442\/1173\/files\/RB_425617_Sid.jpg?v=1782886122","url":"https:\/\/www.partcatalog.com\/products\/dorman-425-617-steering-shaft-lower","provider":"PartCatalog","version":"1.0","type":"link"}