1999 NISSAN PRIMERA overheating

CVT Fluid CheckNCAT0025FLUID LEAKAGE CHECKNCAT0025S011. Clean area suspected of leaking. Ð for example, mating sur-
face of converter housing and transmission case.
2. Start engine, apply foot brake, place selector lever in ªDº posi-
tion and wait a few minutes.
3. Stop engine.
4. Check for fluid leakage.
FLUID CONDITION CHECKNCAT0025S02
Fluid color Suspected problem
Dark or black with burned odor Wear of frictional material
Milky pink Water contamination Ð Road water
entering through filler tube or breather
Varnished fluid, light to dark brown and
tackyOxidation Ð Over or under filling, Ð
Overheating
FLUID LEVEL CHECKNCAT0025S03Refer to MA section (ªChecking CVT Fluidº, ªCHASSIS AND BODY
MAINTENANCEº).
Stall TestNCAT0026STALL TEST PROCEDURENCAT0026S011. Check CVT fluid and engine oil levels. If necessary, add.
2. Drive vehicle for approx. 10 minutes or until engine oil and CVT
fluid reach operating temperature.
CVT fluid operating temperature:
50 - 80ÉC (122 - 176ÉF)
SAT767B
SAT288G Fluid leakage
SAT638A
SAT647B
TROUBLE DIAGNOSIS Ð BASIC INSPECTION
CVT Fluid Check
AT-34

Ð: Not applicable
Check Items
(Possible Cause)*1
Confirmation
Procedure
Quick Ref.*2
Overall
Function
CheckMI
IlluminationReference
Page
lHarness or connectors
(The cooling fan circuit is open or shorted.)
lCooling fan
lRadiator hose
lRadiator
lRadiator cap
lWater pump
lThermostat
lFan belt
lEngine coolant temperature sensor
For more information, refer to ª12 MAIN CAUSES OF
OVERHEATINGº. (EC-CD-95)ÐIGN: ON
(RUNNING)Lighting up EC-CD-78
lECM
IGN: ON Ð Lighting up EC-CD-86
lHarness or connectors
(The sensor circuit is open or shorted.)
lNeedle lift sensor
lAir in fuel line
lClogging No. 1 injection nozzleRUNNING Ð Lighting up EC-CD-97
lHarness or connectors
(The solenoid valve circuit is open or shorted.)
lFuel cut solenoid valveRUNNING Ð Lighting up EC-CD-100
lHarness or connectors
(The sensor circuit is open or shorted.)
lFuel temperature sensorIGN: ON Ð Ð EC-CD-104
lHarness or connectors
(The sensor circuit is open or shorted.)
lAccelerator position sensor
lAccelerator position switchIGN: ON Ð Lighting up EC-CD-108
lHarness or connectors
(The sensor circuit is open or shorted.)
lCrankshaft position sensor (TDC)RUNNING Ð Lighting up EC-CD-114
lNo failure
Ð ÐÐÐ
*1:lThis is Quick Reference of ªDIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CONFIRMATION PROCEDUREº.
Details are described in each specific TROUBLE DIAGNOSIS.
*2:
lThe ªOVERALL FUNCTION CHECKº is a simplified and effective way to inspect a component or circuit.
In some cases, the ªOVERALL FUNCTION CHECKº is used rather than a ªDIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CONFIRMATION PRO-
CEDUREº.
When no DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CONFIRMATION PROCEDURE is available, the ªNGº result of the OVERALL FUNCTION
CHECK can be considered to mean the same as a malfunction item detection.
lDuring an ªNGº OVERALL FUNCTION CHECK, the malfunction item might not be confirmed.lThis is Quick Reference of ªOVERALL FUNCTION CHECKº.
Details are described in each specific TROUBLE DIAGNOSIS.
TROUBLE DIAGNOSIS Ð General DescriptionCD20T
Diagnostic Trouble Chart (Cont'd)
EC-42

Cooling Fan (Overheat)
SYSTEM DESCRIPTION
Vehicle speed sensorEVehicle speed
ECM
ECooling
fan
relay(s)Engine coolant temperature sensorEEngine coolant temperature
Air conditioner switch
EAir conditioner ªONº signal
The ECM controls the cooling fan corresponding to the vehicle speed, engine coolant temperature, air con-
ditioner system pressure and air conditioner ON signal. The control system has 3-step control [HIGH/LOW/
OFF]. This system indirectly relates to diagnostic trouble code 28 (Overheat).
Operation
ON-BOARD DIAGNOSIS LOGIC
This diagnosis continuously monitors the engine coolant temperature.
If the cooling fan or another component in the cooling system malfunctions, engine coolant temperature will
rise.
When the engine coolant temperature reaches an abnormally high temperature condition, a malfunction is
indicated.
Malfunction is detected when ...Check Items
(Possible Cause)
lAn excessive high engine coolant temperature sensor sig-
nal is detected by the ECM. (Overheat)lHarness or connectors
(The cooling fan circuit is open or shorted.)
lCooling fan
lRadiator hose
lRadiator
lRadiator cap
lWater pump
lThermostat
lFan belt
lEngine coolant temperature sensor
For more information, refer to ª12 MAIN CAUSES OF
OVERHEATINGº, EC-CD-95.
CAUTION:
When a malfunction is indicated, be sure to replace the coolant following the procedure in the MA
section (ªChanging Engine Coolantº, ªENGINE MAINTENANCEº). Also, replace the engine oil.
a. Fill radiator with coolant up to specified level with a filling speed of 2 liters per minute. Be sure
to use coolant with the proper mixture ratio. Refer to MA section (ªAnti-freeze Coolant Mixture
Ratioº, ªRECOMMENDED FLUIDS AND LUBRICANTSº).
b. After refilling coolant, run engine to ensure that no water-flow noise is emitted.
NEF772
Engine coolant
temperature ÉC (ÉF)
Air conditioner is OFF
.102 (216)
.96 (205)
.20
(12).80
(50)
Vehicle speed km/h (mph)
Cooling fans do not operateCooling fans operate at high speed
Engine coolant
temperature ÉC (ÉF)
Vehicle speed km/h (mph)
.20
(12).80
(50)
.102 (216)
.96 (205)Air conditioner is ON
Cooling fans operate at low speed
TROUBLE DIAGNOSIS 8CD20T
EC-87

pB
CHECK COOLING SYSTEM FOR LEAK.
Apply pressure to the cooling system with a
tester, and check if the pressure drops.
Testing pressure:
157kPa (1.57 bar, 1.6 kg/cm
2, 23 psi)
Pressure should not drop.
CAUTION:
Higher than the specified pressure may
cause radiator damage.
OK
ENG
Check the following
for leaks:
lHoselRadiatorlWater pump
Refer to LC section
(ªWater Pumpº).
CHECK RADIATOR CAP.
Apply pressure to cap with a tester.
Radiator cap relief pressure:
Standard
78 - 98 kPa (0.78 - 0.98 bar,
0.8 - 1.0 kg/cm
2, 11 - 14 psi)
Limit
59 - 88 kPa (0.59 - 0.88 bar,
0.6 - 0.9 kg/cm
2,9-13psi)
OK
ENG
Replace radiator
cap.
CHECK THERMOSTAT.
1. Check valve seating condition at normal
room temperatures.
It should seat tightly.
2. Check valve opening temperature and
maximum valve lift.
Valve opening temperature:
76.5ÉC (170ÉF) [standard]
Maximum valve lift:
More than 8 mm/90ÉC
(0.31 in/194ÉF)
3. Check if valve is closed at 5ÉC (9ÉF)
below valve opening temperature.
For details, refer to LC section
(ªThermostatº).
OK
ENG
Replace thermostat.
Check engine coolant temperature sensor.
Refer to ªCOMPONENT INSPECTIONº,
EC-69.
OK
ENG
Replace engine cool-
ant temperature sen-
sor.
If the cause can not be isolated, go to ª12
MAIN CAUSES OF OVERHEATINGº on
next page.
INSPECTION END
Perform FINAL CHECK by the following procedure after
repair is completed.
1. Warm up engine. Run the vehicle for at least 20 minutes. Pay
attention to engine coolant temperature gauge on the instru-
ment panel. If the reading shows an abnormally high
temperature, another part may be malfunctioning.
2. Stop vehicle and let engine idle. Check the intake and
exhaust systems for leaks by listening for noise or visually
inspecting the components.
3. Allow engine to cool and visually check for oil and coolant
leaks. Then, perform ªOVERALL FUNCTION CHECKº.
Hose adapter
.SLC754AA
SLC755AA
SLC343
H
H
H
H
H
H
TROUBLE DIAGNOSIS 8CD20T
Cooling Fan (Overheat) (Cont'd)
EC-94

12 MAIN CAUSES OF OVERHEATING
Engine Step Inspection item Equipment Standard Reference page
OFF 1
lBlocked radiatorlBlocked condenserlBlocked radiator grillelBlocked bumper
lVisual No blocking þ
2
lCoolant mixturelCoolant tester 50 - 50% coolant mix-
tureSee ªRECOMMENDED
FLUIDS AND LUBRI-
CANTSº in MA section.
3
lCoolant levellVisual Coolant up to MAX level
in reservoir tank and
radiator filler neckSee ªChanging Engine
Coolantº, ªENGINE
MAINTENANCEº in MA
section.
4
lRadiator caplPressure tester 78 - 98 kPa
(0.78 - 0.98 bar, 0.8 -
1.0 kg/cm
2, 11 - 14 psi)
59-98kPa
(0.59 - 0.98 bar, 0.6 -
1.0 kg/cm
2,9-14psi)
(Limit)See ªSystem Checkº
ªENGINE COOLING
SYSTEMº in LC section.
ON*2 5
lCoolant leakslVisual No leaks See ªSystem Checkº
ªENGINE COOLING
SYSTEMº in LC section.
ON*2 6
lThermostatlTouch the upper and
lower radiator hosesBoth hoses should be
hotSee ªThermostatº and
ªRadiatorº, ªENGINE
COOLING SYSTEMº in
LC section.
ON*1 7
lCooling fanlCONSULT Operating See ªTROUBLE DIAG-
NOSIS 8º.
OFF 8
lCombustion gas leaklColor checker
chemical tester
4 Gas analyzerNegative þ
ON*3 9
lCoolant temperature
gaugelVisual Gauge less than 3/4
when drivingþ
lCoolant overflow to
reservoir tanklVisual No overflow during driv-
ing and idlingSee ªChanging Engine
Coolantº, ªENGINE
MAINTENANCEº in MA
section.
OFF*4 10
lCoolant return from
reservoir tank to
radiatorlVisual Should be initial level in
reservoir tankSee ªENGINE MAINTE-
NANCEº in MA section.
OFF 11
lCylinder headlStraight gauge feeler
gauge0.1 mm (0.004 in) Maxi-
mum distortion (warping)See ªInspectionº, ªCYL-
INDER HEADº in EM
section.
12
lCylinder block and
pistonslVisual No scuffing on cylinder
walls or pistonSee ªInspectionº, ªCYL-
INDER BLOCKº in EM
section.
*1: Turn the ignition switch ON.
*2: Engine running at 3,000 rpm for 10 minutes.
*3: Drive at 90 km/h (55 mph) for 30 minutes and then let idle for 10 minutes.
*4: After 60 minutes of cool down time.
For more information, refer to ªOVERHEATING CAUSE ANALYSISº in LC section.
TROUBLE DIAGNOSIS 8CD20T
Cooling Fan (Overheat) (Cont'd)
EC-95

Diagnostic Procedure ..............................................241
Component Inspection .............................................243
DTC P0400 EGR FUNCTION (CLOSE) (IF SO
EQUIPPED)..................................................................244
Description ...............................................................244
CONSULT-II Reference Value in Data Monitor
Mode ........................................................................245
ECM Terminals and Reference Value .....................245
On Board Diagnosis Logic.......................................245
DTC Confirmation Procedure ..................................246
Wiring Diagram ........................................................248
Diagnostic Procedure ..............................................249
Component Inspection .............................................251
DTC P0403 EGR VOLUME CONTROL VALVE
(CIRCUIT) (IF SO EQUIPPED)....................................252
Description ...............................................................252
CONSULT-II Reference Value in Data Monitor
Mode ........................................................................253
ECM Terminals and Reference Value .....................253
On Board Diagnosis Logic.......................................253
DTC Confirmation Procedure ..................................253
Wiring Diagram ........................................................255
Diagnostic Procedure ..............................................256
Component Inspection .............................................257
DTC P0420 THREE WAY CATALYST FUNCTION...258
On Board Diagnosis Logic.......................................258
DTC Confirmation Procedure ..................................258
Overall Function Check ...........................................259
Diagnostic Procedure ..............................................259
DTC P0443 EVAP CANISTER PURGE VOLUME
CONTROL SOLENOID VALVE (CIRCUIT).................262
Description ...............................................................262
CONSULT-II Reference Value in Data Monitor
Mode ........................................................................262
ECM Terminals and Reference Value .....................263
On Board Diagnosis Logic.......................................263
DTC Confirmation Procedure ..................................263
Wiring Diagram ........................................................264
Diagnostic Procedure ..............................................265
Component Inspection .............................................266
DTC P0500 VEHICLE SPEED SENSOR (VSS).........267
Component Description ...........................................267
ECM Terminals and Reference Value .....................267
On Board Diagnosis Logic.......................................267
DTC Confirmation Procedure ..................................267
Wiring Diagram ........................................................269
Diagnostic Procedure ..............................................271
DTC P0505 IDLE AIR CONTROL VALVE (IACV) -
AUXILIARY AIR CONTROL (AAC) VALVE................274
Description ...............................................................274
CONSULT-II Reference Value in Data Monitor
Mode ........................................................................275ECM Terminals and Reference Value .....................275
On Board Diagnosis Logic.......................................275
DTC Confirmation Procedure ..................................275
Wiring Diagram ........................................................276
Diagnostic Procedure ..............................................277
Component Inspection .............................................281
DTC P0605 ECM.........................................................282
Component Description ...........................................282
On Board Diagnosis Logic.......................................282
DTC Confirmation Procedure ..................................282
Diagnostic Procedure ..............................................282
D T C P 1111 I N TA K E VA LV ETIMING CONTROL
SOLENOID VALVE......................................................284
Component Description ...........................................284
Operation .................................................................284
CONSULT-II Reference Value in Data Monitor
Mode ........................................................................284
ECM Terminals and Reference Value .....................284
On Board Diagnosis Logic.......................................284
DTC Confirmation Procedure ..................................285
Wiring Diagram ........................................................286
Diagnostic Procedure ..............................................287
Component Inspection .............................................288
DTC P1217 OVERHEAT (COOLING SYSTEM).........289
System Description ..................................................289
CONSULT-II Reference Value in Data Monitor
Mode ........................................................................289
ECM Terminals and Reference Value .....................290
On Board Diagnosis Logic.......................................290
Overall Function Check ...........................................291
Wiring Diagram ........................................................292
Diagnostic Procedure ..............................................294
Main 12 Causes of Overheating..............................298
Component Inspection .............................................299
DTC P1401 EGR TEMPERATURE SENSOR (IF
SO EQUIPPED)...........................................................300
Component Description ...........................................300
On Board Diagnosis Logic.......................................300
DTC Confirmation Procedure ..................................300
Wiring Diagram ........................................................302
Diagnostic Procedure ..............................................303
Component Inspection .............................................304
DTC P1402 EGR FUNCTION (OPEN) (IF SO
EQUIPPED)..................................................................305
Description ...............................................................305
CONSULT-II Reference Value in Data Monitor
Mode ........................................................................306
ECM Terminals and Reference Value .....................306
On Board Diagnosis Logic.......................................306
DTC Confirmation Procedure ..................................307
Wiring Diagram ........................................................309
Diagnostic Procedure ..............................................310
CONTENTS(Cont'd)
EC-4

On Board Diagnosis LogicNCEC0202When a misfire occurs, the engine speed will fluctuate. If the engine speed fluctuates enough to cause the
CKP sensor signal to vary, The ECM can determine that a misfire is occurring.
Sensor Input Signal to ECM ECM function
Crankshaft position sensor (POS) Engine speed On board diagnosis of misfire
The misfire detection logic consists of the following two conditions.
1. One Trip Detection Logic (Three Way Catalyst Damage)
On the first trip that a misfire condition occurs that can damage the three way catalyst (TWC) due to
overheating, the MI will blink.
When a misfire condition occurs, the ECM monitors the CKP sensor signal every 200 engine revolutions
for a change.
When the misfire condition decreases to a level that will not damage the TWC, the MI will turn off.
If another misfire condition occurs that can damage the TWC on a second trip, the MI will blink.
When the misfire condition decreases to a level that will not damage the TWC, the MI will remain on.
If another misfire condition occurs that can damage the TWC, the MI will begin to blink again.
(After the first trip detection, the MI will light up from engine starting. If a misfire is detected that will cause
three way catalyst damage, the MI will start blinking.)
2. Two Trip Detection Logic (Exhaust quality deterioration)
For misfire conditions that will not damage the TWC (but will affect emissions), the MI will only light when
the misfire is detected on a second trip. During this condition, the ECM monitors the CKP sensor signal
every 1,000 engine revolutions.
A misfire malfunction can be detected on any one cylinder or on multiple cylinders.
DTC No. Malfunction is detected when ... Check Items (Possible Cause)
P0300
0300IMultiple cylinders misfire.IImproper spark plug
IInsufficient compression
IIncorrect fuel pressure
IEGR volume control valve (If so equipped)
IThe injector circuit is open or shorted
IInjectors
IIntake air leak
IInsufficient ignition spark
ILack of fuel
IHeated oxygen sensor 1 (front) P0301
0301INo. 1 cylinder misfires.
P0302
0302INo. 2 cylinder misfires.
P0303
0303INo. 3 cylinder misfires.
P0304
0304INo. 4 cylinder misfires.
DTC Confirmation ProcedureNCEC0203CAUTION:
Always drive vehicle at a safe speed.
NOTE:
If ªDTC Confirmation Procedureº has been previously conducted,
always turn ignition switch ªOFFº and wait at least 9 seconds
before conducting the next test.
With CONSULT-II
1) Turn ignition switch ªONº, and select ªDATA MONITORº mode
with CONSULT-II.
NEF068A
DTC P0300 - P0304 NO.4-1CYLINDER MISFIRE,
MULTIPLE CYLINDER MISFIREQG16I18DE
On Board Diagnosis Logic
EC-222

ECM Terminals and Reference Value=NCEC0487Specification data are reference values and are measured between each terminal and ground.
CAUTION:
Do not use ECM ground terminals when measuring input/output voltage. Doing so may result in dam-
age to the ECM's transistor. Use a ground other than ECM terminals, such as the ground.
TER-
MINAL
NO.WIRE
COLORITEM CONDITION DATA (DC Voltage)
13 LG/R Cooling fan relay[Engine is running]
ICooling fan is not operatingBATTERY VOLTAGE
(11 - 14V)
[Engine is running]
ICooling fan is operatingApproximately 0V
23 L/W Air conditioner switch[Engine is running]
IBoth air conditioner switch and blower switch are
ªONº (Compressor operates)Approximately 0V
[Engine is running]
IAir conditioner switch is ªOFFºBATTERY VOLTAGE
(11 - 14V)
On Board Diagnosis LogicNCE0488If the cooling fan or another component in the cooling system malfunctions, engine coolant temperature will
rise.
When the engine coolant temperature reaches an abnormally high temperature condition, a malfunction is
indicated.
Diagnostic
Trouble Code
No.Malfunction is detected when ...Check Items
(Possible Cause)
P1217
1217ICooling fan does not operate properly (Overheat).
ICooling fan system does not operate properly (Overheat).
IEngine coolant was not added to the system using the
proper filling method.IHarness or connectors
(The cooling fan circuit is open or shorted).
ICooling fan
IRadiator hose
IRadiator
IRadiator cap
IWater pump
IThermostat
For more information, refer to ªMAIN 12 CAUSES
OF OVERHEATINGº, EC-QG-298.
CAUTION:
When a malfunction is indicated, be sure to replace the coolant following the procedure in the MA
section (ªChanging Engine Coolantº, ªENGINE MAINTENANCEº). Also, replace the engine oil.
1) Fill radiator with coolant up to specified level with a filling speed of 2 liters per minute. Be sure to use
coolant with the proper mixture ratio. Refer to MA section (ªAnti-freeze Coolant Mixture Ratioº, ªRECOM-
MENDED FLUIDS AND LUBRICANTSº).
2) After refilling coolant, run engine to ensure that no water-flow noise is emitted.
DTC P1217 OVERHEAT (COOLING SYSTEM)QG16I18DE
ECM Terminals and Reference Value
EC-290