
GENERAL INFORMATIONGI
MAINTENANCEMA
ENGINE MECHANICALEM
ENGINE LUBRICATION &
COOLING SYSTEMSLC
ENGINE CONTROL SYSTEMEC
ACCELERATOR CONTROL, FUEL &
EXHAUST SYSTEMSFE
CLUTCHCL
MANUAL TRANSAXLEMT
TRANSFERTF
PROPELLER SHAFT &
DIFFERENTIAL CARRIERPD
FRONT AXLE & FRONT SUSPENSIONFA
REAR AXLE & REAR SUSPENSIONRA
BRAKE SYSTEMBR
STEERING SYSTEMST
RESTRAINT SYSTEMRS
BODY & TRIMBT
HEATER & AIR CONDITIONERHA
ELECTRICAL SYSTEMEL
ALPHABETICAL INDEXIDX
PICKUP
MODEL D22 SERIES
Edition: February 1998
Printing: May 1998 (01)
Publication No.: SM8E-0D22E0E
NISSAN EUROPE S.A.S.
1998 NISSAN EUROPE S.A.S. Printed in the Netherlands
Not to be reproduced in whole or in part without the prior written permission of Nissan Europe S.A.S., Paris, France.
QUICK REFERENCE INDEX

INSPECTION
1. Ensure vehicle is unladen condition*.
* Fuel, radiator coolant and engine oil full. Spare tire, jack,
hand tools and mats in designated positions.
2. Have a driver sit in the driver's seat and one person sit on
the rear of the vehicle. Then have the person on the rear of
the vehicle slowly get off. This is necessary to stabilize sus-
pension deflection.
3. Adjust length ``L'' as follows:
a. Loosen stopper bolt locknut (2WD JIDOSHA KIKI make).
b. Pull lever against stopper bolt and adjust by turning stopper
bolt.
c. Tighten stopper bolt locknut (2WD JIDOSHA KIKI make).
Length ``L'':
2WD models
Approx. 187.3 mm (7.37 in)
4WD models
Approx. 158.1 mm (6.22 in)
4. Install pressure gauge to front and rear brake air bleeder.
5. Bleed air from the Tool.
6. Raise front brake pressure to 4,904 kPa (49.0 bar, 50
kg/cm
2, 711 psi) and 9,807 kPa (98.1 bar, 100 kg/cm2, 1,422
psi) and check rear brake pressure.
Rear brake pressure:
Refer to table below.
7. Set down weight slowly over axle center so that sensor
spring length becomes the same as when in loaded condi-
tion (refer to table below). Check rear brake pressure in the
same way described in step 6.
Unit: kPa (bar, kg/cm2, psi)
Front brake
pressureRear brake pressure
2WD 4WD
Unladen
condition
L = 187.3 mm
(7.37 in)Loaded
condition
L = 204.0 mm
(8.03 in)Unladen
condition
L = 158.1 mm
(6.22 in)Loaded
condition
L = 184.0 mm
(7.24 in)
4,904
(49.0, 50, 711)1,667 - 2,648
(16.7 - 26.5, 17
- 27, 242 - 384)3,334 - 4,315
(33.3 - 43.2, 34
- 44, 483 - 626)1,863 - 2,844
(18.6 - 28.4, 19
- 29, 270 - 412)3,334 - 4,315
(33.3 - 43.2, 34
- 44, 483 - 626)
9,807
(98.1, 100,
1,422)2,844 - 3,825
(28.4 - 38.2, 29
- 39, 412 - 555)3,629 - 5,590
(36.3 - 55.9, 37
- 57, 526 - 811)2,059 - 4,021
(20.6 - 40.2, 21
- 41, 299 - 583)3,629 - 5,590
(36.3 - 55.9, 37
- 57, 526 - 811)
SBR967D
SBR968D
SBR013B
SBR014B
CONTROL VALVE
Load Sensing Valve (Cont'd)
BR-9

Disassembly
WARNING:
Do not place your fingers in front of piston.
CAUTION:
lDo not scratch or score cylinder wall.
lCL28VD type front disc brake uses plastic pistons,
handle them carefully.
1. Push out piston and dust cover with compressed air.
For CL28VD (2-piston type), use a wooden block so that both
pistons come out evenly.
2. Remove piston seal with a suitable tool.
Inspection Ð Caliper
CYLINDER BODY
lCheck inside surface of cylinder for score, rust, wear, dam-
age or presence of foreign objects. If any of the above con-
ditions are observed, replace cylinder body.
lMinor damage from rust or foreign objects may be eliminated
by polishing the surface with a fine emery sandpaper.
Replace cylinder body if necessary.
CAUTION:
Use brake fluid to clean. Never use mineral oil.
PISTON
Ð for plastic piston (CL28VD) Ð
Check pistons for uneven surface, chips or cracks. Replace if
any of these conditions are observed.
SLIDE PIN, PIN BOLT AND PIN BOOT
Check for wear, cracks or other damage. Replace if any of these
conditions are observed.
Inspection Ð Rotor
RUNOUT
1. Check runout using a dial indicator.
lMake sure that wheel bearing axial end play is within the
specifications before measuring. Refer to FA section
(``Front Wheel Bearing'', ``ON-VEHICLE SERVICE'').
Maximum runout:
0.07 mm (0.0028 in)
2. If the runout is out of specification, machine rotor with on-car
brake lathe (``MAD, DL-8700'', ``AMMCO 700 and 705'' or
equivalent).
SBR085A
SBR177C
SBR089A
FRONT DISC BRAKE
BR-23

Inspection Ð Wheel Cylinder
lCheck wheel cylinder for leakage.
lCheck for wear, damage and loose conditions.
Replace if any such conditions exists.
Wheel Cylinder Overhaul
lCheck all internal parts for wear, rust and damage. Replace
if necessary.
lPay attention not to scratch cylinder when installing pistons.
Inspection Ð Drum
Maximum inner diameter (Repair limit):
LT26B 261.5 mm (10.30 in)
LT30A 296.5 mm (11.67 in)
lContact surface should be finished with No. 120 to 150
emery sandpaper.
lUsing a brake lathe, machine brake drum if it shows score
marks, partial wear or stepped wear.
lAfter brake drum has been completely reconditioned or
replaced, check drum and shoes for proper contact pattern.
Inspection Ð Lining
Check lining thickness.
Standard lining thickness:
LT26B 5.5 mm (0.217 in)
LT30A 6.1 mm (0.240 in)
Lining wear limit (A):
LT26B 1.5 mm (0.059 in)
LT30A 1.5 mm (0.059 in)
Installation
lAlways perform shoe clearance adjustment. Refer to
BR-31.
1. Fit toggle lever to brake shoe with retainer clip.
2. Apply brake grease to the contact areas shown at left.
ABR370
SBR215B
SBR095A
SBR021A
ABR371
REAR DRUM BRAKE
BR-28

How to Perform Trouble Diagnoses for Quick
and Accurate Repair
INTRODUCTION
The ABS system has an electronic control unit to control major
functions. The control unit accepts input signals from sensors
and instantly drives the actuators. It is essential that both kinds
of signals are proper and stable. It is also important to check for
conventional problems: such as air leaks in booster lines, lack of
brake fluid, or other problems with the brake system.
It is much more difficult to diagnose a problem that occurs inter-
mittently rather than continuously. Most intermittent problems are
caused by poor electric connections or faulty wiring. In this case,
careful checking of suspicious circuits may help prevent the
replacement of good parts.
A visual check only may not find the cause of the problems, so
a road test should be performed.
Before undertaking actual checks, take a few minutes to talk with
a customer who approaches with a ABS complaint. The cus-
tomer is a very good source of information on such problems;
especially intermittent ones. Through the talks with the customer,
find out what symptoms are present and under what conditions
they occur.
Start your diagnosis by looking for ``conventional'' problems first.
This is one of the best ways to troubleshoot brake problems on
an ABS controlled vehicle.
SEF233G
SEF234G
TROUBLE DIAGNOSES
BR-38

MALFUNCTION CODE/SYMPTOM CHART
Code No.
(No. of warning lamp flashes)Malfunctioning part Diagnostic procedure
45 Actuator front left outlet solenoid valve 2
46 Actuator front left inlet solenoid valve 2
41 Actuator front right outlet solenoid valve 2
42 Actuator front right inlet solenoid valve 2
55 Actuator rear outlet solenoid valve 2
56 Actuator rear inlet solenoid valve 2
25.3 Front left sensor (open-circuit) 1
26.3 Front left sensor (short-circuit) 1
21.3 Front right sensor (open-circuit) 1
22.3 Front right sensor (short-circuit) 1
35.1,.3 Rear sensor (open-circuit) 1
36.1,.3 Rear sensor (short-circuit) 1
31.2,.3 Rear right sensor (open-circuit) 1
32.2,.3 Rear right sensor (short-circuit) 1
35.2,.3 Rear left sensor (open-circuit) 1
36.2,.3 Rear left sensor (short-circuit) 1
18.3 Sensor rotor 1
17.2 G sensor and circuit 5
61.5 Actuator motor or motor relay 3
63 Solenoid valve relay 2
57.4 Power supply (Low voltage) 4
71 Control unit 6
Warning lamp stays on when igni-
tion switch is turned onControl unit power supply circuit
Warning lamp bulb circuit
Control unit or control unit connector
Solenoid valve relay stuck
Power supply for solenoid valve relay coil13
Warning lamp does not come on
when ignition switch is turned onFuse, warning lamp bulb or warning lamp circuit
Control unit12
Pedal vibration and noise Ð 11
Long stopping distance Ð 9
Unexpected pedal action Ð 8
ABS does not work Ð 10
ABS works frequently Ð 7
.1: 2WD model only
.2: 4WD model only
.3: If one or more wheels spin on a rough or slippery road for 40 seconds or more, the ABS warning lamp will illuminate. This does
not indicate a malfunction. Only in the case of the short-circuit (Code Nos. 26, 22, 32 and 36), after repair the ABS warning
lamp also illuminates when the ignition switch is turned ``ON''. In this case, drive the vehicle at speeds greater than 30 km/h (19
MPH) for approximately 1 minute as specified in ``SELF-DIAGNOSIS PROCEDURE'', BR-53. Check to ensure that the ABS
warning lamp goes out while the vehicle is being driven.
.4: The trouble code ``57'', which refers to a low power supply voltage, does not indicate that the ABS control unit is malfunctioning.
Do not replace the ABS control unit with a new one.
.5: The trouble code ``61'' can sometimes appear when the ABS motor is not properly grounded. If it appears, be sure to check the
condition of the ABS motor ground circuit connection.
TROUBLE DIAGNOSES
Self-diagnosis (Cont'd)
BR-55

Diagnostic Procedure 8
(Unexpected pedal action)
CHECK BRAKE PEDAL STROKE.
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Check brake pedal stroke. Is stroke
excessively large?
No
cYes
Perform Preliminary
Check, refer to BR-39.
CHECK BRAKE PERFORMANCE.
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Disconnect ABS actuator and electric unit
connector and check whether brake is
effective.
Yes
cNo
Perform Preliminary
Check, refer to BR-39.
CHECK WARNING LAMP ACTIVATE.
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Ensure warning lamp remains off while
driving.
OK
cNG
Carry out self-diagnosis.
Refer to BR-53, 57.
CHECK WHEEL SENSOR.
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1. Check wheel sensor connector for ter-
minal damage or loose connection.
2. Perform wheel sensor mechanical
check.
Refer to Diagnostic Procedure 1,
BR-63.
OK
cNG
Repair.
CHECK HARNESS CONNECTOR.
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Check ABS actuator and electric unit pin
terminals for damage or the connection of
ABS actuator and electric unit harness
connector.
Reconnect ABS actuator and electric unit
harness connector. Then retest.
Diagnostic Procedure 9
(Long stopping distance)
CHECK ABS PERFORMANCE.
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Disconnect ABS actuator and electric unit
connector and check whether stopping
distance is still long.
Yes
cNo
Go toin Diagnostic
Procedure 8, BR-73.
Perform Preliminary Check and air bleed-
ing.
Note: Stopping distance may be larger than vehicles without
ABS when road condition is slippery.
SBR540A
SBR069E
.
.
.
.
.
TROUBLE DIAGNOSES FOR SYMPTOMS
BR-73

Note: ABS may operate and cause vibration under any of the
following conditions.
lApplying brake gradually when shifting or operating
clutch.
lLow friction (slippery) road.
lHigh speed cornering.
lDriving over bumps and pot holes.
lEngine speed is over 5,000 rpm with vehicle stopped.
Diagnostic Procedure 12 (Warning lamp does
not come on when ignition switch is turned
ON.)
CHECK FUSE.
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Check 10A fuse . For fuse layout, refer to
POWER SUPPLY ROUTING in EL sec-
tion.
OK
cNG
Replace fuse.
CHECK WARNING LAMP ACTIVATE.
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Disconnect ABS actuator and electric unit
connector.
Does the warning lamp activate?
No
cYes
VA(Go to next page.)
CHECK HARNESS FOR SHORT.
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1. Disconnect ABS actuator and electric
unit connector.
2. Check voltage between ABS actuator
and electric unit connector
E4(body
side) terminal
V10(2WD) orV21(4WD)
and ground.
Battery voltage should not exist.
OK
cNG
Repair harness or connec-
tor.
CHECK COMBINATION METER.
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Check combination meter. Refer to
WARNING LAMPS in EL section.
SBR063E
SBR069E
SBR144E
.
.
.
TROUBLE DIAGNOSES FOR SYMPTOMS
Diagnostic Procedure 11
(Pedal vibration and noise) (Cont'd)
BR-75