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Torque Sensor
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2009 Nissan Sentra. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
Torque sensor detects the steering torque, and transmit the signal to EPS control unit.
Courtesy of NISSAN MOTOR CO., U.S.A.