Parts for your 2014 Nissan Pulsar-Steering bushes

2014 Nissan Pulsar steering bushes — are they actually used?

Plenty of owners go hunting for “steering bushes” for a 2014 Nissan Pulsar (C12 hatch or B17 sedan), but here’s the straight-shooting answer: this model doesn’t use separate, serviceable steering rack bushes. The steering gear is an electric power–assisted rack-and-pinion (EPS) that bolts directly to the front crossmember.

Referencing the Nissan Electronic Service Manual (ESM) for C12/B17 steering (ST section) and Nissan’s parts catalogues for 2013–2015 build years, there’s no listing for standalone rack-mount bushes or column bushes as service parts on this vehicle. The EPS rack is designed to mount rigidly to maintain torque-sensor accuracy and steering feel. Any NVH (noise, vibration, harshness) tuning is handled by other isolators in the front end, not by replaceable “steering bushes”.

That’s why a category like “steering-bushes” isn’t relevant for a 2014 Pulsar. If there’s play, a clunk, or vague steering on-centre, it’s almost always coming from other components rather than missing or worn rack bushes.

For Pulsar owners chasing a shudder, knock or looseness at the wheel, the sensible checks are:

• Inner and outer tie-rod ends (including boot condition on the rack).
• Strut top mounts/bearings and front wheel bearings.
• Lower control arm bushes, especially the large rear hydro/voided bush.
• Sway bar D-bushes and end links (stabiliser bar hardware).
• Steering column universal joints and intermediate shaft play.
• Front crossmember and rack mounting bolt torque (loose hardware can mimic bushing failure).
• Wheel alignment and tyre condition/pressures.

If movement is found at the rack itself, this model doesn’t accept a bushing kit. The fix path is to re-torque the fasteners, and if internal wear or housing play is confirmed, replace or recondition the complete EPS rack assembly and perform a proper alignment. It sounds a bit no-nonsense, but that’s how Nissan engineered the platform.

Bottom line for the Aussie and Kiwi market Pulsar: no separate steering bushes to buy or maintain. Keep on top of the usual front-end suspects and the steering stays tidy and predictable.

Popular questions

Does a 2014 Nissan Pulsar have steering rack bushes?
No. The C12/B17 Pulsar runs an EPS rack that bolts directly to the crossmember. Nissan’s ESM and parts listings don’t show separate, serviceable rack-mount bushes for this model. Any “bushing” compliance in the steering path is effectively built into other components, not as a replaceable rack bush kit.

What causes steering clunks on a 2014 Pulsar if not bushes?
Most clunks are from worn outer tie-rod ends, tired lower control arm bushes, sway bar D-bushes or links, or a sloppy strut top mount. Less commonly, loose subframe/rack bolts or internal rack wear can be to blame. A quick inspection on a hoist with the wheels supported will usually pinpoint the culprit.

How should the Pulsar’s steering be maintained?
At regular services (every 10–15,000 km), check tie-rod ends, boots, control arm bushes and sway bar hardware, then set a wheel alignment after any front-end work. Keep tyres at spec pressures and scan the EPS for fault codes if a steering light appears. That routine keeps the front end sharp without chasing non-existent rack bushes.