2012 Nissan Pathfinder Steering Parts

This table covers the steering knuckles that carry the hub, caliper and ball joints. Read more

6 Knuckle parts for the 2012 Nissan Pathfinder come from 3 brands — APWI, SKP and DORMAN. The "Popular" part is APWI NI2011. Every part fits both the 4.0L V6 and the 5.6L V8.

Part numbers include APWI NI2011, SKP SK698266 and APWI NI2010, among others listed above.

This table covers the fluids specified for this steering system. Typical signs include discolored fluid, a burnt smell, or a level that keeps dropping. Use only the specification in the notes — the tables group grades because they are not interchangeable. Read more

14 Power Steering Fluid parts are listed for the 2012 Nissan Pathfinder, from VALVOLINE, PENTOSIN, LUCAS OIL and 4 other brands. ACDELCO 109243 carries the "Popular" badge. All of them fit every engine offered in the 2012 Pathfinder.

The ATF 64 section lists 2 options from PENTOSIN — grouped under the catalog's "ATF 64" designation — the notes column spells out what sets them apart. PENTOSIN 1058113 is listed in this group.

In the Dexron grade, VALVOLINE and ACDELCO supply 3 parts: grouped under the catalog's "Dexron" designation — the notes column spells out what sets them apart. A representative part number is ACDELCO 109243.

In the Multi-Vehicle grade, VALVOLINE, LUCAS OIL, EDELMANN and 2 other brands supply 8 parts: grouped under the catalog's "Multi-Vehicle" designation — the notes column spells out what sets them apart. A representative part number is VALVOLINE VV3246.

1 ungrouped part is not assigned to a grade, with the same engine-level match.

This table covers the Power Steering Pressure hoses. Typical signs include swelling, cracks, a soft spot, or a leak at a clamp. Replace adjacent aged hoses while the system is drained — they share the same heat cycle. Read more

3 Power Steering Pressure Hose parts are listed for the 2012 Nissan Pathfinder, from EDELMANN and SUNSONG.

Part numbers include EDELMANN 92424, EDELMANN 92424E and SUNSONG 3401159.

This table covers the Power Steering pressure sensors. Typical signs include a check-engine light for MAP or fuel-rail pressure, or a limp mode under load. A vacuum leak or a clogged reference line will fake a bad pressure sensor. Read more

9 Power Steering Pressure Sensor parts for the 2012 Nissan Pathfinder come from 8 brands — STANDARD MOTOR PRODUCTS, DORMAN, REIN and 5 other brands. The "Popular" part is DORMAN 926455. Every part fits both the 4.0L V6 and the 5.6L V8.

Part numbers include DORMAN 926455, REIN ELP0280 and BECK/ARNLEY 2012370, among others listed above.

This table covers the Power Steering pumps. Typical signs include noise from the pump, no pressure, or fluid that never arrives at the outlet. Prime or fill the pump as the notes require. A dry start is a common way to kill a new unit. Read more

13 Power Steering Pump parts are listed for the 2012 Nissan Pathfinder, from TERREPOWER, AAE, ASTEMO / HITACHI and 4 other brands. AAE 5894N carries the "Popular" badge.

In the New grade, AAE, ASTEMO / HITACHI, EDELMANN and 1 other brand supply 7 parts: brand-new units rather than rebuilt ones. A representative part number is AAE 5894N.

In the Remanufactured grade, TERREPOWER, CARDONE and MAVAL supply 6 parts: factory-rebuilt units with new wear components. A representative part number is CARDONE 215451.

This table covers the Power Steering Pump & Hoses kits. Read more

One part is listed for the 2012 Nissan Pathfinder — EDELMANN KIT62119604.

This table covers the Power Steering reservoirs. Read more

10 Power Steering Reservoir parts for the 2012 Nissan Pathfinder come from 5 brands — SKP, LARES, TECHPRO and 2 other brands. The "Popular" part is SKP SK603A78.

This table covers the Power Steering Reservoir (Suction) hoses. Typical signs include swelling, cracks, a soft spot, or a leak at a clamp. Replace adjacent aged hoses while the system is drained — they share the same heat cycle. Read more

4 Power Steering Reservoir (Suction) Hose parts are listed for the 2012 Nissan Pathfinder, from SUNSONG, EDELMANN and REIN.

This group includes EDELMANN 81580, REIN PSH0531 and SUNSONG 3406029 and the remaining parts above.

This table covers the Power Steering Reservoir caps. Typical signs include a leak at the neck, a cap that will not hold pressure, or a missing tether. Match the pressure rating or thread in the notes — radiator, reservoir and fuel caps are not interchangeable. Read more

4 Power Steering Reservoir Cap parts for the 2012 Nissan Pathfinder come from 4 brands — AUTOTECNICA, DORMAN, SKP and 1 other brand. Every part fits both the 4.0L V6 and the 5.6L V8.

Part numbers include AUTOTECNICA NI1017077, DORMAN 99979 and SKP SK99979, among others listed above.

This table covers the Power Steering Return hoses. Typical signs include swelling, cracks, a soft spot, or a leak at a clamp. Replace adjacent aged hoses while the system is drained — they share the same heat cycle. Read more

5 Power Steering Return Hose parts for the 2012 Nissan Pathfinder come from 3 brands — SUNSONG, EDELMANN and REIN. The "Popular" part is SUNSONG 3405334. 4 parts fit every engine; the other 1 is engine-specific.

This group includes SUNSONG 3405334, EDELMANN 81192 and EDELMANN 81194 and the remaining parts above.

This table covers the fittings on a power-steering return hose. Read more

3 Power Steering Return Line End Fitting parts are listed for the 2012 Nissan Pathfinder, from EDELMANN, FVP and SUNSONG. All of them fit every engine offered in the 2012 Pathfinder.

Listed part numbers: EDELMANN 39121 and SUNSONG 3602978, plus the other parts above.

This table covers the steering gear assemblies that turn the tie rods. Typical signs include fluid at a torn boot, a growl when you turn, or play that the inner tie rods do not explain. Flush the old power-steering fluid with the rack — grit in the old fluid is the usual cause of a repeat leak. Read more

8 Rack and Pinion parts for the 2012 Nissan Pathfinder come from 7 brands — EDELMANN, ASTEMO / HITACHI, AAE and 4 other brands. The "Popular" part is ASTEMO / HITACHI PSG0024. 7 parts fit every engine; the other 1 is engine-specific.

The New section: 5 options from EDELMANN, ASTEMO / HITACHI, AAE and 1 other brand. ASTEMO / HITACHI PSG0024 is listed in this group.

The Remanufactured section: 3 options from CARDONE, MAVAL and TERREPOWER. CARDONE 263033 is listed in this group.

Listed part numbers: ASTEMO / HITACHI PSG0024, EDELMANN 2125 and AAE 3453N, plus the other parts above.

This table covers the rubber boots that seal the inner tie-rod joints on the rack. Read more

4 Rack and Pinion Bellow parts are listed for the 2012 Nissan Pathfinder, from DELPHI, BECK/ARNLEY and DORMAN. 2 parts fit every engine; the other 2 are engine-specific.

This group includes BECK/ARNLEY 1033070, DELPHI TBR5128 and DELPHI TBR4443 and the remaining parts above.

This table covers the Steering shafts. Read more

2 Steering Shaft parts for the 2012 Nissan Pathfinder come from 2 brands — DORMAN and LARES. Every part fits both the 4.0L V6 and the 5.6L V8.

This group includes DORMAN 425617 and LARES 681.

This table covers the Steering Wheel position sensors. Typical signs include a stall, a no-start, or a code for cam or crank correlation. Check the connector and the reluctor gap before replacing the sensor. Read more

2 Steering Wheel Position Sensor parts for the 2012 Nissan Pathfinder come from 2 brands — STANDARD MOTOR PRODUCTS and WELLS. Every part fits both the 4.0L V6 and the 5.6L V8.

This group includes STANDARD MOTOR PRODUCTS SWS124 and WELLS 5S14708.

This table covers the inner and outer tie-rod ends that steer each front knuckle. Typical signs include play on center, a feathered front tire, or a boot that has split and packed with grit. Replace inner and outer ends together on a high-mileage axle, then get an alignment. Read more

51 Tie Rod End parts are listed for the 2012 Nissan Pathfinder, from MEVOTECH, DELPHI, SUSPENSIA and 13 other brands. MEVOTECH MS30704 carries the "Popular" badge. Grades run from Daily Driver through Premium; Daily Driver is the most populated section, led by DELPHI, SUSPENSIA, MEVOTECH and 6 other brands.