2026-10-08 · 5 min read
Nissan Almera Power Steering Malaysia
B17: hydraulic power steering with power steering fluid — inspect for leaks every service; change fluid every 20,000 km. N18: electric power steering (EPS) — no fluid required. EPS on N18 is generally reliable; fault codes usually relate to steering angle sensor or EPS motor overload. Steering weight on B17 is heavier at low speed than N18 EPS — normal for hydraulic systems.
Almera Electric Power Steering
- N18 Almera uses EPAS (Electric Power Assisted Steering) — no hydraulic fluid
- EPS warning light: check steering torque sensor and wiring — common cause is a loose connector
- Heavy steering at low speed: EPS motor or ECU issue — scan for codes
- No fluid maintenance needed — but keep steering column dry and free from water ingress