1999 NISSAN PRIMERA clutch

General maintenance includes those items which should be checked during normal day-to-day operation of
the vehicle. They are essential if the vehicle is to continue functioning correctly. Owners can perform the
checks and inspections themselves, or they can be carried out by a NISSAN dealer.
Item Reference pages
OUTSIDE THE VEHICLE
The maintenance items listed here should be checked periodically, unless otherwise specified.
TiresCheck the pressure with a gauge weekly when at a service station, including the spare,
and adjust to the specified pressure if necessary. Check carefully for damage, cuts or exces-
sive wear.
Windshield wiper bladesCheck for cracks or wear if not functioning correctly.
Doors and engine hoodCheck that all doors, the engine hood, the trunk lid and back door
function correctly. Also ensure that all latches lock securely. Lubricate if necessary. Make sure
that the secondary latch prevents the hood from opening when the primary latch is released.
When driving in areas using road salt or other corrosive materials, check for lubrication more
often.MA-54
Tire rotationTires should be rotated every 10,000 km (6,000 miles). MA-53
INSIDE THE VEHICLE
The maintenance items listed here should be checked on a regular basis, such as when per-
forming periodic maintenance, cleaning the vehicle etc.
LightsMake sure that the headlights, stop lights, tail lights, turn signal lights, and other lights
are all operating correctly and installed securely. Also check headlight aim.
Warning lights and buzzers/chimesMake sure that all warning lights and buzzers/chimes
are functioning correctly.
Steering wheelCheck that it has the specified play. Check for changes in the steering
operation, such as excessive free play, hard steering or strange noises.
Free play: Less than 35 mm (1.38 in.)
Seat beltsCheck that all parts of the seat belt system (e.g. buckles, anchors, adjusters and
retractors) operate properly and smoothly, and are installed securely. Check the belt webbing
for cuts, fraying, wear or damage.MA-54
UNDER THE HOOD AND VEHICLE
The maintenance items listed here should be checked periodically e. g. each time you check
the engine oil or refuel.
Windshield washer fluidCheck that there is adequate fluid in the tank.
Engine coolant levelCheck the coolant level when the engine is cold.
Engine oil levelCheck the level after parking the vehicle (on level ground) and turning off the
engine.MA-24 / MA-34 /
MA-45
Brake and clutch fluid levelsMake sure that the brake and clutch fluid levels are between
the“MAX”and“MIN”lines on the reservoir.MA-51 / MA-48
BatteryCheck the fluid level in each cell. It should be between the“MAX”and“MIN”lines.
GENERAL MAINTENANCE
MA-5

Chassis and Body Maintenance
Abbreviations: R = Replace I = Inspect: Correct or replace if necessary L = Lubricate T = Tighten [ ] = At the specified mile-
age only
MAINTENANCE OPERATION MAINTENANCE INTERVAL
Perform on a kilometer basis, but
on an annual basis when driving
less than
15,000 km (9,000 miles) in a yearkm×1,000 15 30 45 60 75 90 105 120
(miles×1,000) (9) (18) (27) (36) (45) (54) (63) (72)
Months 12 24 36 48 60 72 84 96
Underhood and under vehicleReference pages
Headlamp aimingIIIIIIIIEL-87
Wheel alignment (if necessary, balance & rotate
wheels)IIIIIIIIFA-6/RA-6
MA-53
Brake pads, rotors & other components*IIIIIIIIMA-51
Foot brake, parking brake & clutch (for free play,
stroke & operation)IIIIIIIIBR-13/BR-48/CL-5
Brake booster vacuum hoses, connections, check
valveIIIIMA-51
Brake & clutch, systems and fluid (for level and leaks)IIIIIIIIMA-51/MA-48
Brake fluid*RRRRBR-7
Power steering fluid and lines (for
level and leaks)IIIIIIIIMA-53
Air bag system See NOTE (1) RS-11
Ventilation air filter*RRRRHA-117
Manual transmission oil (check for
leakage. Use genuine NISSAN XZ
gear oil or exact equivalent)IIIIIIIIMA-49
CVT fluid (for level and leaks or
replace. Use genuine NISSAN CVT
fluid (NS-1) or exact equivalent)*I I I [R] I I I [R] MA-50
Steering gear & linkage, axle & suspension, exhaust
system*IIIIMA-53/FA-5/
RA-5/MA-48
Body corrosion See NOTE (2) MA-55
NOTE: (1) Inspect after 10 years, then every 2 years.
(2) Inspect once per year.
* Maintenance items with“*”should be performed more frequently according to“Maintenance under severe driv-
ing conditions”.
PERIODIC MAINTENANCE
MA-7

Chassis and Body Maintenance
Abbreviations: R = Replace I = Inspect: Correct or replace if necessary L = Lubricate T = Tighten [ ] = At the specified mile-
age only
MAINTENANCE OPERATION MAINTENANCE INTERVAL
Perform on a kilometer basis,
but on a semi-annual basis
when driving less than 20,000
km (12,000 miles) per yearkm×1,000 10 20 30 40 50 60 70 80 90 100 110 120
(miles x 1,000) (6) (12) (18) (24) (30) (36) (42) (48) (54) (60) (66) (72)
Months 6 12 18 24 30 36 42 48 54 60 66 72
Underhood and under vehicleReference
pages
Headlamp aimingIIIIIIEL-87
Wheel alignment (if necessary, balance & rotate wheels)IIIIIIFA-6/RA-6/
(MA-53)
Brake pads, rotors & other components*IIIIIIMA-51
Foot brake, parking brake & clutch (for free play, stroke &
operation)IIIIIIBR-48/
BR-13/CL-5
Brake booster vacuum hoses, connections, check valve I I I MA-51
Brake & clutch, systems and fluid (for level and
leaks)IIIIIIMA-51/
MA-48
Brake fluid* R R R BR-7
Power steering fluid and lines (for level and leaks)IIIIIIMA-53
Air bag system See NOTE (1)RS-11
Ventilation air filter*RRRRHA-117
Manual transmission oil (check for leakage. Use
genuine NISSAN XZ gear oil or exact equivalent)IIIIIIMA-49
Steering gear & linkage, axle & suspension, exhaust
system*IIIMA-53/FA-5/
RA-5/MA-48
Body corrosion See NOTE (2)MA-55
NOTE: (1) Inspect after 10 years, then every 2 years.
(2) Inspect once per year.
* Maintenance items with“*”should be performed more frequently according to“Maintenance under severe driving
conditions”.
PERIODIC MAINTENANCE
MA-9

Chassis and Body Maintenance
Abbreviations: R = Replace I = Inspect: Correct or replace if necessary L = Lubricate T = Tighten [ ] = At the specified mile-
age only
MAINTENANCE OPERATION MAINTENANCE INTERVAL
Perform on a kilometer basis only.km×1,000 15 30 45 60 75 90 105 120
(miles x 1,000) (9) (18) (27) (36) (45) (54) (63) (72)
Underhood and under vehicleReference
pages
Headlamp aimingIIIIEL-87
Wheel alignment (if necessary, balance & rotate wheels)IIIIFA-6/RA-6/
(MA-53)
Brake pads, rotors & other components*IIIIMA-51
Foot brake, parking brake & clutch (for free play, stroke & operation)IIIIBR-48/BR-13/
CL-5
Brake booster vacuum hoses, connections, check valve I I MA-51
Brake & clutch, systems and fluid (for level and leaks)IIIIMA-51/MA-48
Brake fluid*R R BR-7
Power steering fluid and lines (for level and leaks)IIIIMA-53
Air bag system See NOTE (1) RS-11
Ventilation air filter*RRRRHA-117
Manual transmission oil (check for leakage. Use genuine
NISSAN XZ gear oil or exact equivalent.)IIIIMA-49
CVT fluid (for level and leaks or replace.
Use genuine NISSAN CVT fluid (NS-1) or exact equivalent)*I [R] I [R] MA-50
Steering gear and linkage, axle & suspension, exhaust system* I IMA-53/FA-5/
RA-5/MA-48
Body corrosion See NOTE (2) MA-55
NOTE: (1) Inspect after 10 years, then every 2 years.
(2) Inspect once per year.
* Maintenance items with“*”should be performed more frequently according to“Maintenance under severe driving
conditions”.
PERIODIC MAINTENANCE
MA-12

Chassis and Body Maintenance
Abbreviations: R = Replace I = Inspect: Correct or replace if necessary L = Lubricate T = Tighten
MAINTENANCE OPERATION MAINTENANCE INTERVAL
Perform on a kilometer
basis only.km×1,000 10 20 30 40 50 60 70 80 90 100 110 120
(miles x 1,000) (6) (12) (18) (24) (30) (36) (42) (48) (54) (60) (66) (72)
Underhood and under vehicleReference
pages
Headlamp aimingIIIIEL-87
Wheel alignment (if necessary, balance & rotate
wheels)IIIIFA-6/RA-6/
(MA-53)
Brake pads, rotors & other components*IIIIMA-51
Foot brake, parking brake & clutch (for free play, stroke
& operation)IIIIBR-13/BR-48/
CL-5
Brake booster vacuum hoses, connections, check valve I I MA-51
Brake & clutch, systems and fluid (for level and
leaks)IIIIMA-51/MA-48
Brake fluid*R R BR-7
Power steering fluid and lines (for level and leaks)IIIIMA-53
Air bag system See NOTE (1)RS-11
Ventilation air filter*RRRRHA-117
Manual transmission oil (check for leakage. Use
genuine NISSAN XZ gear oil or exact equivalent.)IIIIMA-49
Steering gear & linkage, axle & suspension, exhaust
system*IIMA-53/FA-5/
RA-5/MA-48
Body corrosion See NOTE (2)MA-55
NOTE: (1) Inspect after 10 years, then every 2 years.
(2) Inspect once per year.
* Maintenance items with“*”should be performed more frequently according to“Maintenance under severe driving
conditions”.
PERIODIC MAINTENANCE
MA-14

Checking Exhaust System
Check exhaust pipes, silencers and mountings are attached cor-
rectly and inspect for leaks, cracks, damage, loose connections,
chafing or deterioration.
Checking Clutch Fluid Level and Leaks
If fluid level is very low, check clutch system for leaks.
Checking Clutch System
HYDRAULIC TYPE
Check fluid lines, operating cylinder & damper for leaks, cracks,
damage, loose connections, chafing & deterioration.
MECHANICAL TYPE
Check cable and linkage for incorrect attachment, chafing, wear
and deterioration.
Checking M/T Oil
Check for oil leakage and oil level.
Never start engine while checking oil level.
Filler plug:
:25-34N·m (2.6 - 3.4 kg-m, 19 - 25 ft-lb)
SMA211A
.SMA449C
NMA044
SMA141A
SMA065C
CHASSIS AND BODY MAINTENANCE
MA-48

MANUAL TRANSAXLE
SECTION
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CONTENTS
PREPARATION...............................................................3
Special Service Tools ..................................................3
Commercial Service Tools ...........................................6
NOISE, VIBRATION AND HARSHNESS (NVH)
TROUBLESHOOTING.....................................................7
NVH Troubleshooting Chart.........................................7
ON-VEHICLE SERVICE..................................................8
Replacing Oil Seal .......................................................8
DIFFERENTIAL OIL SEAL..........................................8
STRIKING ROD OIL SEAL..........................................8
Position Switch Check .................................................9
BACK-UP LAMP SWITCH...........................................9
NEUTRAL POSITION SWITCH...................................9
REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION.................................10
Removal .....................................................................10
Installation ..................................................................12
RS5F32A
DESCRIPTION...............................................................13
Cross-sectional View .................................................13
MAJOR OVERHAUL.....................................................14
Transaxle Gear Control .............................................14
Case Components .....................................................15
Gear Components .....................................................16
Shift Control Components .........................................17
DISASSEMBLY..............................................................18
REPAIR FOR COMPONENT PARTS............................21
Input Shaft and Gears ...............................................21
DISASSEMBLY........................................................21
INSPECTION...........................................................22
ASSEMBLY.............................................................23
Mainshaft and Gears .................................................24
DISASSEMBLY........................................................24
INSPECTION...........................................................26
ASSEMBLY.............................................................28
Final Drive..................................................................32
DISASSEMBLY........................................................32
INSPECTION...........................................................33
ASSEMBLY.............................................................33
Shift Control Components .........................................35
INSPECTION...........................................................35
ADJUSTMENT OF INPUT SHAFT BRAKING
MECHANISM
...........................................................36
Case Components .....................................................37
REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION................................37
ADJUSTMENT...............................................................39
Differential Side Bearing Preload ..............................39
ASSEMBLY....................................................................41
RS5F70A
DESCRIPTION...............................................................45
Cross-sectional View .................................................45
DOUBLE-CONE SYNCHRONIZER............................46
MAJOR OVERHAUL.....................................................47
Transaxle Gear Control .............................................47
Case Components .....................................................48
Gear Components .....................................................49
Shift Control Components .........................................50
Final Drive Components ............................................51
DISASSEMBLY..............................................................52
Transaxle Case ..........................................................52
Clutch Housing ..........................................................54
REPAIR FOR COMPONENT PARTS...........................58
Input Shaft and Gears ...............................................58
DISASSEMBLY........................................................58
INSPECTION...........................................................59
ASSEMBLY.............................................................60
Mainshaft and Gears .................................................63
DISASSEMBLY........................................................63
INSPECTION...........................................................64
ASSEMBLY.............................................................66
Final Drive..................................................................71
PRE-INSPECTION...................................................71
DISASSEMBLY........................................................72
INSPECTION...........................................................72
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ASSEMBLY.............................................................73
Shift Control Components .........................................74
INSPECTION...........................................................74
ASSEMBLY....................................................................76
Clutch Housing ..........................................................76
Transaxle Case ..........................................................80
SERVICE DATA AND SPECIFICATIONS (SDS)..........86
General Specifications - RS5F32A and RS5F70A ....86
TRANSAXLE...........................................................86
FINAL GEAR...........................................................86
RS5F32A
SERVICE DATA AND SPECIFICATIONS (SDS)..........87
Inspection and Adjustment - RS5F32A .....................87
GEAR END PLAY....................................................87
CLEARANCE BETWEEN BAULK RING AND
GEAR
.....................................................................87
AVAILABLE CHECK PLUGS.....................................87
AVAILABLE SNAP RINGS........................................87
AVAILABLE C-RINGS...............................................87
AVAILABLE SPACERS.............................................88
AVAILABLE WASHERS............................................88
AVAILABLE SHIMS - DIFFERENTIAL SIDE
BEARING PRELOAD AND ADJUSTING SHIM
............88
INPUT SHAFT BRAKING MECHANISM.....................89
MAINSHAFT END PLAY...........................................89
RS5F70A
SERVICE DATA AND SPECIFICATIONS (SDS).........90
Inspection and Adjustment - RS5F70A .....................90
GEAR END PLAY....................................................90
CLEARANCE BETWEEN BAULK RING AND
GEAR
.....................................................................90
AVAILABLE SNAP RINGS........................................90
AVAILABLE C-RINGS..............................................90
AVAILABLE ADJUSTING SHIMS...............................91
AVAILABLE THRUST WASHER................................92
AVAILABLE WASHERS............................................92
AVAILABLE SHIMS - DIFFERENTIAL SIDE
BEARING PRELOAD AND ADJUSTING SHIM
...........92
CONTENTS(Cont'd)
MT-2