1998 NISSAN PATROL power steering

MAINTENANCE
SECTION
MA
CONTENTS
PRECAUTIONS AND PREPARATION............................1
Supplemental Restraint System (SRS) ``AIR
BAG'' and ``SEAT BELT PRE-TENSIONER''...............1
Special Service Tools ..................................................1
PRE-DELIVERY INSPECTION ITEMS............................2
GENERAL MAINTENANCE............................................3
PERIODIC MAINTENANCE............................................4
Engine Oil & Minor Service .........................................4
Engine and Emission Control Service .........................5
Chassis and Body Services.........................................6
Maintenance Under Severe Driving Conditions ..........8
RECOMMENDED FLUIDS AND LUBRICANTS.............9
Fluids and Lubricants ..................................................9
SAE Viscosity Number ..............................................10
Anti-freeze Coolant Mixture Ratio ............................. 11
ENGINE MAINTENANCE..............................................12
Checking Tightening Torque ......................................12
Checking Drive Belt ...................................................12
Changing Engine Oil..................................................13
Changing Engine Oil Filter ........................................14
Changing Engine Coolant..........................................14
Checking Cooling System .........................................16
Checking and Replacing Fuel Filter and Draining
Water .........................................................................16
Checking Fuel Lines ..................................................17
Cleaning and Replacing Air Cleaner Filter ................18
Checking Injection Nozzle .........................................18
Checking Idle Speed .................................................19
Timing Belt Replacement...........................................19
CHASSIS AND BODY MAINTENANCE.......................20
Checking Exhaust System.........................................20
Checking Clutch Fluid Level and Leaks ....................20
Checking Clutch System ...........................................20Checking M/T Oil Level and Leaks ...........................20
Changing M/T Oil.......................................................20
Checking Water Entry ................................................21
Checking Transfer Fluid Level ...................................21
Changing Transfer Fluid ............................................21
Checking Propeller Shaft ...........................................21
Greasing Nipples of Propeller Shafts ........................21
Checking Differential Gear Oil ...................................22
Changing Differential Gear Oil ..................................22
Checking Front Wheel Bearing Grease ....................22
Repacking Front Wheel Bearing and Axle Joint
Grease .......................................................................23
Checking Free-running Hub Grease .........................23
Checking Water Entry in Knuckle Flange..................23
Checking Brake Fluid Level and Leaks.....................23
Checking Brake System ............................................24
Changing Brake Fluid ................................................24
Checking Brake Booster, Vacuum Hoses,
Connections and Check Valve ..................................24
Checking Disc Brake .................................................24
Balancing Wheels ......................................................25
Tire Rotation ..............................................................25
Checking Power Steering Fluid and Lines ................26
Checking Steering Damper .......................................26
Checking Steering Gear Box and Linkage ................26
Lubricating Locks, Hinges and Hood Latches...........27
Checking Seat Belts, Buckles, Retractors,
Anchors and Adjusters...............................................27
Checking Body Corrosion ..........................................28
SERVICE DATA AND SPECIFICATIONS (SDS)..........29
Engine Maintenance ..................................................29
Chassis and Body Maintenance ................................29
MA

Shown below are Pre-delivery Inspection Items required for the new vehicle. It is recommended that
necessary items other than those listed here be added, paying due regard to the conditions in each
country.
Perform applicable items on each model. Consult text of this section for speci®cations.
UNDER HOOD Ð engine off
hRadiator coolant level and coolant hose connec-
tions for leaks
hBattery ¯uid level, speci®c gravity and condi-
tions of battery terminals
hDrive belts tension
hFuel ®lter for water or dusts, and fuel lines and
connections for leaks
hEngine oil level and oil leaks
hClutch and brake reservoir ¯uid level and ¯uid
lines for leaks
hWindshield and rear window washer and head-
lamp cleaner reservoir ¯uid level
hPower steering reservoir ¯uid level and hose
connections for leaks
ON INSIDE AND OUTSIDE
hXRemove front spring/strut spacer (If applicable)
hOperation of all instruments, gauges, lights and
accessories
hOperation of horn(s), wiper and washer
hSteering lock for operation
hCheck air conditioner for gas leaks
hFront and rear seats, and seat belts for opera-
tion
hAll moldings, trims and ®ttings for ®t and align-
ment
hAll windows for operation and alignment
hHood, trunk lid, door panels for ®t and alignment
hLatches, keys and locks for operation
hWeatherstrips for adhesion and ®t
hHeadlamp aiming
hTighten wheel nuts (Inc. inner nuts if applicable)
hTire pressure (Inc. spare tire)
hCheck front wheels for toe-in
hInstall clock/voltmeter/room lamp fuse (If appli-
cable)
h
XInstall deodorizing ®lter to air puri®er (If appli-
cable)
h
XRemove wiper blade protectors (If applicable)
UNDER BODY
hManual transmission/transaxle gear oil, transfer
¯uid and differential gear oil level
hBrake and fuel lines and oil/¯uid reservoirs for
leaks
hTighten bolts and nuts of steering linkage and
gear box, suspension, propeller shafts and drive
shafts
h
XTighten rear body bolts and nuts (Models with
wooden bed only)
ROAD TEST
hClutch operation
hParking brake operation
hService brake operation
hAutomatic transmission/transaxle shift timing
and kickdown
hSteering control and returnability
hEngine performance
hSqueaks and rattles
ENGINE OPERATING AND HOT
hAdjust idle mixture and speed (and ignition tim-
ing*1)
hAutomatic transmission/transaxle ¯uid level
hEngine idling and stop knob operation (Diesel
only)
FINAL INSPECTION
hInstall necessary parts (outside mirror, wheel
covers, seat belts, mat, carpet or mud ¯aps)
hInspect for interior and exterior metal and paint
damage
hCheck for spare tire, jack, tools (wheel chock),
and literature
hWash, clean interior and exterior
*1: Not required on models with a direct ignition system
h
X: Not applicable to this model.
PRE-DELIVERY INSPECTION ITEMS
MA-2

Chassis and Body Services
Annual driving distance below 30,000 km (18,000 miles)
Abbreviations: R = Replace, I = Inspect, and correct or replace as necessary, L = Lubricate,T=Tighten.
[ ]: At the speci®ed mileage only
MAINTENANCE OPERATIONMAINTENANCE INTERVAL
Reference
page Perform either at number of kilometers (miles) or months,
whichever comes ®rst.km x 1,000 10 20 30 40 50 60 70 80 90
(Miles x 1,000) (6) (12) (18) (24) (30) (36) (42) (48) (54)
Months 6 12 18 24 30 36 42 48 54
CHASSIS AND BODY Underhood and under vehicle
Brake & clutch ¯uid (For level & leaks).I I I I MA-23, 20
Brake ¯uid.R R MA-24
Brake booster vacuum hoses, connections & check valve I I MA-24
Power steering ¯uid & lines (For level & leaks) I I I I MA-26
Brake & clutch systemsI I I I MA-24, 20
Manual transmission oil (For leaks) I I I I MA-20
Manual transmission oil[R] MA-20
Transfer ¯uidI I R I MA-21
Limited slip differential (LSD) gear oil (For level & leaks).*1 I I R I MA-22
Steering gear & linkage, axle & suspension parts, propeller shaft & exhaust system.I I I I MA-26, 20 *2
Greasing points of propeller shaftLLLLMA-21
Drive shafts & steering damper.IIII *3
Body mounting bolts & nutsTTTT *4
Outside and Inside
Wheel alignment (If necessary, rotate & balance wheels) I I I I MA-25, *5
Brake pads, discs & other brake components.I I I I MA-24
Front wheel bearing grease I R I R MA-22
Axle joint in knuckle ¯angeL L MA-23
Free running hub greaseI I I I MA-23
Headlamp aimingIIII *6
Foot brake, parking brake & clutch (For free play, stroke & operation) I I I I *7
Ventilation air ®lterRRR*8
Body corrosionAnnually MA-28
Air bag systemSee NOTE (1) *9
NOTE: (1) Inspect after 10 years, then every 2 years.
(2) Maintenance items with ``.'' should be performed more frequently according to ``Maintenance Under Severe Driv-
ing Conditions''.
*1: Including differential gear with differential lock
*2: ``Front Axle and Front Suspension Parts'' in FA section, ``Rear Axle and Rear Suspension Parts'' in RA section
*3: ``FRONT AXLE Ð Drive Shaft'' in FA section
*4: ``CAB BODY'' in BT section
*5: ``Front Wheel Alignment'' in FA section
*6: ``Aiming Adjustment'' in EL section
*7: ``Brake Pedal and Bracket'' in BR section, ``Adjusting Clutch Pedal'' in CL section
*8: ``Ventilation air ®lter'' in HA section
*9: ``Maintenance Items'' in RS section
PERIODIC MAINTENANCE
MA-6

Annual driving distance over 30,000 km (18,000 miles)
Abbreviations: R = Replace. I = Inspect, and correct or replace as necessary, L = Lubricate,T=Tighten.
MAINTENANCE OPERATIONMAINTENANCE INTERVAL
Reference
page km x 1,000 10 20 30 40 50 60 70 80 90
(Miles x 1,000) (6) (12) (18) (24) (30) (36) (42) (48) (54)
CHASSIS AND BODY Underhood and under vehicle
Brake & clutch ¯uid (For level & leaks).I I I MA-23, 20
Brake ¯uid.R MA-24
Brake booster vacuum hoses, connections & check valve I MA-24
Power steering ¯uid & lines (For level & leaks) I I I MA-26
Brake & clutch systemsI I I MA-24, 20
Manual transmission oil (For leaks) I I I MA-20
Manual transmission oilR MA-20
Transfer ¯uidI R I MA-21
Limited slip differential (LSD) gear oil (For level & leaks).*1 I R I MA-22
Steering gear & linkage, axle & suspension parts, propeller shaft & exhaust system.I I I MA-26, 20 *2
Geasing points of propeller shaft L L L MA-21
Drive shafts & steering damper.III*3
Body mounting bolts & nutsTTT*4
Outside and Inside
Wheel alignment (If necessary, rotate & balance wheels) I I I MA-25, *5
Brake pads, discs & other brake components.I I I MA-24
Front wheel bearing greaseI R I MA-22
Axle joint in knuckle ¯angeL MA-23
Free running hub greaseI I I MA-23
Headlamp aimingIII*6
Foot brake, parking brake & clutch (For free play, stroke & operation) I I I *7
Ventilation air ®lterRRR*8
Body corrosionAnnually MA-28
Air bag systemSee NOTE (1) *9
NOTE: (1) Inspect after 10 years, then every 2 years.
(2) Maintenance items with ``.'' should be performed more frequently according to ``Maintenance Under Severe Driv-
ing Conditions''.
*1: Including differential gear with differential lock
*2: ``Front Axle and Front Suspension Parts'' in FA section, ``Rear Axle and Rear Suspension Parts'' in RA section
*3: ``FRONT AXLE Ð Drive Shaft'' in FA section
*4: ``CAB BODY'' in BT section
*5: ``Front Wheel Alignment'' in FA section
*6: ``Aiming Adjustment'' in EL section
*7: ``Brake Pedal and Bracket'' in BR section, ``Adjusting Clutch Pedal'' in CL section
*8: ``Ventilation air ®lter'' in HA section
*9: ``Maintenance Items'' in RS section
PERIODIC MAINTENANCE
Chassis and Body Services (Cont'd)
MA-7

Fluids and Lubricants
Capacity (Approximate)
Recommended Fluids/Lubricants
Liter Imp measure
Engine oil (Re®ll)
With oil ®lter 6.4 5-5/8 qt
Without oil ®lter 5.8 5-1/8 qt
Cooling system (with reservoir tank)
Anti-freeze coolant (Ethylene glycol base) With front heater
RHD 11.8 10-3/8 qt
LHD 11.6 10-1/4 qt
With rear heater RHD 12.9 11-3/8 qt
LHD 12.7 11-1/8 qt
Manual transmission FS5R30A 5.1 9 pt API GL-4, Viscosity SAE 75W-90 only
Differential carrier gear oil (without limited slip differential) Ð Ð API GL-5*1
Differential carrier gear oil (with limited slip differential)
ÐÐGear Oil Hypoid LSD (Part No.: KLD31-
14002) or equivalent*2
Transfer ¯uid
Genuine Nissan ATF or equivalent*3 or
API GL-4*1
TX12A 1.9 1-5/8 qt
Power steering ¯uid Re®ll to the proper oil level
according to the instructions in
the ``Do-it-yourself operations''
sectionType DEXRON
TMIII or equivalent
Brake and clutch ¯uid
DOT3 or DOT4*5 (US FMVSS No. 116)
Multi-purpose grease Ð Ð NLGI No. 2 (Lithium soap base)
Propeller shaft greaseNLGI No. 2 (Molybdenum disulphide
lithium soap base)
Air conditioning system refrigerant Ð Ð HFC-134a (R-134a)
Air conditioning system lubricants
ÐÐNissan A/C System Oil Type S or
exact equivalent
*1: For further details, see ``SAE viscosity number''.
*2: API GL-5, SAE 140 and 10% volume of LSD Friction Modi®er (Part No.: 38469-C6000) is an equivalent.
*3: For more information regarding suitable ¯uids, contact a Nissan dealer for correct brands of DEXRON
TMIII ATF.
*4: If CCMC oils are not available, API CD may be used. However, CCMC oils are strongly recommended if at all possible.
*5: Never mix different types of ¯uids (DOT3 and DOT4).
RECOMMENDED FLUIDS AND LUBRICANTS
MA-9

1. Inspect for cracks, fraying, wear or oil adhesion. Replace if
necessary.
The belts should not touch the bottom of the pulley groove.
2. Check drive belt de¯ection by pushing on the belt midway
between pulleys.
Adjust if belt de¯ections exceed the limit.
Unit: mm (in)
Used belt de¯ection
De¯ection of new belt
LimitDe¯ection after
adjustment
Alternator 17 (0.67) 12 - 14 (0.47 - 0.55) 9 - 11 (0.35 - 0.43)
Air conditioner
compressor11 (0.43)7 - 9 (0.28 - 0.35)6 - 8 (0.24 - 0.31)
Power steering oil
pump14 (0.55) 10 - 12 (0.39 - 0.47) 9 - 11 (0.35 - 0.43)
Applied pushing
force98 N (10 kg, 22 lb)
Check drive belt de¯ections when engine is cold.
Changing Engine Oil
WARNING:
+Be careful not to burn yourself, as engine oil is hot.
+Prolonged and repeated contact with used engine oil may
cause skin cancer; try to avoid direct skin contact with
used oil. If skin contact is made, wash thoroughly with
soap or hand cleaner as soon as possible.
1. Warm up engine, and check for oil leakage from engine com-
ponents.
2. Remove oil ®ller cap and drain plug.
3. Drain oil and ®ll with new engine oil.
Oil grade: CCMC PD1 or PD2
Viscosity:
See ``RECOMMENDED FLUIDS AND
LUBRICANTS'', MA-9.
Re®ll oil capacity (approximate):
Without oil ®lter change
6.4!(5-5/8 Imp qt)
With oil ®lter change
5.8!(5-1/8 Imp qt)
CAUTION:
+Be sure to clean and install oil pan drain plug with washer.
Drain plug:
:29-39Nzm (3.0 - 4.0 kg-m, 22 - 29 ft-lb)
+The re®ll capacity changes depending on the oil tempera-
ture and drain time; use these valves as a reference and be
certain to check with the dipstick when changing the oil.
SMA998C
ENGINE MAINTENANCE
Checking Drive Belt (Cont'd)
MA-13

Checking Power Steering Fluid and Lines
+Check ¯uid level with engine off.
+Check ¯uid level with dipstick on reservoir cap. Use ``HOT''
range at ¯uid temperatures of 50 to 80ÉC (122 to 176ÉF). Use
``COLD'' range at ¯uid temperatures of 0 to 30ÉC (32 to 86ÉF).
CAUTION:
+Do not over®ll.
+Recommended ¯uid is Automatic Transmission Fluid type
``DEXRON
TMIII'' or equivalent.
+Check lines for improper attachment, leaks, cracks, damage,
loose connections, cha®ng or deterioration.
+Check rack boots for accumulation of power steering ¯uid.
Checking Steering Damper
Check steering damper for damage and oil leakage.
Checking Steering Gear Box and Linkage
STEERING GEAR
+Check gear housing and boots for looseness, damage or
grease leakage.
+Check connection with steering column for looseness.
STEERING LINKAGE
+Check ball joint, dust cover and other component parts for
looseness, wear, damage or grease leakage.
SST280B
SST757C
SMA938A
CHASSIS AND BODY MAINTENANCE
MA-26

Engine Maintenance
INSPECTION AND ADJUSTMENT
Drive belt de¯ection
Unit: mm (in)
Drive beltsUsed belt de¯ection
De¯ection of
new belt
LimitDe¯ection
after adjust-
ment
Alternator
With air condi-
tioner compressor17 (0.67)12-14
(0.47 - 0.55)9-11
(0.35 - 0.43)
Without air condi-
tioner compressor11 (0.43)7-9
(0.28 - 0.35)6-8
(0.24 - 0.31)
Power steering oil
pump14 (0.55)10-12
(0.39 - 0.47)9-11
(0.35 - 0.43)
Applied pushing force 98 N (10 kg, 22 lb)
Engine oil capacity (Re®ll capacity)
Unit:!(Imp qt)
With oil ®lter change 6.4 (5-5/8)
Without oil ®lter change 5.8 (5-1/8)
Coolant capacity (Re®ll capacity)
With reservoir tank
Unit:!(Imp qt)
With rear heater Without rear heater
RHD 12.9 (11-3/8) 11.8 (10-3/8)
LHD 12.7 (11-1/8) 11.6 (10-1/4)
Reservoir tank 2.4 (2-1/8)
Chassis and Body Maintenance
INSPECTION AND ADJUSTMENT
Wheel balance
Maximum allowable
unbalanceDynamic
(At rim ¯ange)
g (oz)10 (0.35) (one side)
Static g (oz) 20 (0.71)
SERVICE DATA AND SPECIFICATIONS (SDS)
MA-29