Parts for your 2007 Nissan Tiida-Steering bushes

2007 Nissan Tiida steering bushes — do they actually exist?

Short answer: no. On the 2007 Nissan Tiida (C11), there isn’t a separate, serviceable “steering-bushes” part. Referencing the Nissan Tiida C11 Service Manual (ST – Steering), the steering gear is a rack-and-pinion setup with electric power steering assist at the column, and there’s no listed procedure or part for replacing steering rack mounting bushes. The Nissan FAST electronic parts catalogue for C11 also doesn’t show a standalone steering rack bush. Likewise, major aftermarket catalogues commonly used across Australia and New Zealand — including Nolathane, SuperPro and Whiteline — list control arm and stabiliser (sway bar) bushes for the Tiida, but do not list any steering rack bush for this model.

Why’s that the case? The Tiida’s steering rack is bolted directly to the front subframe with solid hardware, and any isolation is handled within the rack assembly or via other chassis bushes (control arm and subframe). Where some older vehicles used replaceable rubber rack-mount bushes, the Tiida’s design integrates NVH control elsewhere. Any internal rack support bush or column bearings are not separate service items, if they wear, the fix is typically a replacement steering rack or column assembly.

So when owners ask for “steering bushes” on a Tiida, they’re usually chasing a steering clunk, play or vibration that’s actually coming from other wear points. A mechanic will usually check these first:

• Inner and outer tie rod ends (free play shows up as vague steering or a clunk on direction change)
• Lower control arm bushes and ball joints (common sources of front-end knock)
• Stabiliser (sway bar) D-bushes and links
• Steering column universal joint (stiff spots or click)
• Strut top mounts and wheel bearings

Good servicing practice on a Tiida includes regular front-end inspections, re-torque of critical fasteners after major work, and a wheel alignment after any tie-rod or control-arm replacements. There are no grease points on the rack, if the rack itself develops internal play or leaks, replacement is the reliable remedy. Using quality parts and getting the tyres balanced and aligned will keep the steering feel tidy and reduce premature wear elsewhere.

Popular questions about 2007 Nissan Tiida steering bushes

Does the 2007 Tiida have replaceable steering rack bushes?
No. The C11 Tiida doesn’t have separate, serviceable steering rack mounting bushes. Nissan’s service information shows no replacement part or procedure. If there’s play in the steering, technicians inspect tie rods, control arm bushes and sway bar hardware first, then evaluate the rack itself.

What causes a steering clunk on a Tiida if it’s not steering bushes?
Most commonly it’s worn lower control arm rear bushes, tired sway bar D-bushes or links, or free play in the inner/outer tie rod ends. Less often it can be the steering column universal joint or a strut top mount. A careful shake test and road test will usually pinpoint it quickly.

Can the internal rack bush be replaced separately?
Not as a normal service item. On the Tiida C11, internal rack support components aren’t supplied by Nissan as separate parts. If internal wear is confirmed, replacing the complete steering rack assembly is the standard repair, followed by alignment.