1999 NISSAN PRIMERA tire pressure

Bulb Replacement
The headlamp is a semi-sealed beam type which uses a replace-
able halogen bulb. The bulb can be replaced from the engine
compartment side without removing the headlamp body.

Grasp only the plastic base when handling the bulb.
Never touch the glass envelope.
1. Disconnect the battery cable.
2. Turn the bulb retaining ring counterclockwise until it is free
from the headlamp reflector, and then remove it.
3. Disconnect the harness connector from the back side of the
bulb.
4. Remove the headlamp bulb carefully. Do not shake or rotate
the bulb when removing it.
5. Install in the reverse order of removal.
CAUTION:
Do not leave headlamp reflector without bulb for a long
period of time. Dust, moisture, smoke, etc. entering head-
lamp body may affect the performance of the headlamp.
Remove headlamp bulb from the headlamp reflector just
before a replacement bulb is installed.
Aiming Adjustment
When performing headlamp aiming adjustment, use an aiming
machine, aiming wall screen or headlamp tester. Aimers should
be in good repair, calibrated and operated in accordance with
respective operation manuals.
If any aimer is not available, aiming adjustment can be done as
follows:
For details, refer to the regulations in your own country.
a. Keep all tires inflated to correct pressures.
b. Place vehicle and tester on one and same flat surface.
c. See that there is no-load in vehicle (coolant, engine oil
filled up to correct level and full fuel tank) other than the
driver (or equivalent weight placed in driver’s position).
CAUTION:
Be sure aiming switch is set to“0”when performing aiming
adjustment on vehicles equipped with headlamp aiming
control.
SEL995K Rubber
capOpenBulb cover
Lock
Push
to
remove
SEL466V
HEADLAMP (without Daytime Light System)—Conventional Type—
EL-70

Aiming Adjustment
Before performing aiming adjustment, make sure of the follow-
ing.
a. Keep all tires inflated to correct pressure.
b. Place vehicle on level ground.
c. Check that vehicle is unloaded (except for full levels of
coolant, engine oil and fuel, and spare tire, jack, and tools).
Have the driver or equivalent weight placed in driver’s seat.
1. Set the distance between the screen and the center of the
fog lamp lens as shown at left.
2. Turn front fog lamps ON.
3. Adjust front fog lamps so that the top edge of the high inten-
sity zone is 100 mm (4 in) below the height of the fog lamp
centers as shown at left.

When performing adjustment, if necessary, cover the head-
lamps and opposite fog lamp.
Bulb Specifications
Item Wattage (W)
Front fog lamp 55
NEL553 Aiming adjusting screw
MEL327G
7.6 m (25 ft)
Screen
Main axis of light
MEL328G Vertical centerline
ahead of left fog lamp
Car
axis Top edge of high
intensity zoneVertical centerline
ahead of right
fog lamp
Floor to center
of foglamp lens
(height of fog
lamp centers)
.100 (4).100 (4)
High-intensity areas
Unit: mm (in)
FRONT FOG LAMP
EL-111

NVH Troubleshooting Chart
Use the chart below to help you find cause of the symptom. If necessary, repair or replace these parts.
Reference pageÐ
FA-21
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FA-5
FA-29
FA-29, FA-29
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Ð
FA-5
FA-6
FA-32
FA-6
FA-6
Ð
Ð
Ð
Ð
Ð
Refer to DRIVE SHAFT in this chart.
Refer to FRONT AXLE AND FRONT SUSPENSION in this chart.
Refer to TIRES in this chart.
Refer to ROAD WHEEL in this chart.
NVH in RA section
NVH in BR section
NHV in ST section
Possible cause and
SUSPECTED PARTS
Excessive joint angle
Joint sliding resistance
Imbalance
Improper installation, looseness
Shock absorber deformation, damage or deflection
Bushing or mounting deterioration
Parts interference
Spring fatigue
Suspension looseness
Incorrect wheel alignment
Stabilizer bar fatigue
Wheel bearing damage
Out-of-round
Incorrect air pressure
Uneven tire wear
Deformation or damage
Non-uniformity
Incorrect tire size
DRIVE SHAFT
FRONT AXLE AND FRONT SUSPENSION
TIRES
ROAD WHEEL
REAR AXLE AND REAR SUSPENSION
BRAKES
STEERING
SymptomDRIVE
SHAFTNoise, Vibration X XXXXXXX
Shake X XXXXXXX
FRONT
AXLE AND
FRONT
SUSPEN-
SIONNoiseXXXXXX X XXXXX
ShakeXXXX X X XXXXX
VibrationXXXXXXXXX
ShimmyXXXX X XXXXX
Judder X X XXXXXX
Poor quality ride
or handlingXXXXX XXX XXX
TIRESNoise X XXXXXX XX XXXX
Shake X XXXXX XXX XXXX
Vibration X X X X X X
Shimmy X XXXXXXX X XXXX
Judder X XXXXX X X XXXX
Poor quality ride
or handlingXX XXXXXXXX
ROAD
WHEELNoise X X X X X X X X X X
Shake X X X X X X X X X X
Shimmy, Judder X X X X X X X X X
Poor quality ride
or handlingXX X X XX X
X: Applicable
NOISE, VIBRATION AND HARSHNESS (NVH) TROUBLESHOOTING
FA-3

S/SIG - Wiring diagram ....EC-QG-333, EC-SR-313,
EC-CD-145
Stabilizer bar (front) ........................................FA-32
Stall test (A/T) .................................................AT-34
Standardized relay ............................................EL-8
START - Wiring diagram .................................EL-37
Start signal .................EC-QG-38, 332, EC-SR-312,
EC-CD-145
Starter .......................................................EL-37, 43
Starting system ...............................................EL-37
Steering gear and linkage inspection ............MA-53
Steering knuckle........................................FA-11, 12
Stop lamp ......................................................EL-104
STOP/L - Wiring diagram..............................EL-104
Sun roof, electric ...........................................EL-230
Sunload sensor ..............................................HA-86
Sunroof .....................................................BT-31, 46
Super lock .............................................EL-245, 265
Supplemental Restraint System .......................RS-8
Supplemental restraint system - Wiring
diagram .......................................................RS-33
Symbols and abbreviations .............................GI-38
Symptom matrix chart ...........EC-QG-82, EC-SR-94
Synchronizer (M/T) ......................MT-22, 27, 59, 65
System readiness test (SRT) code ..........EC-SR-50
T
Tachometer ...........................................EL-141, 146
Tail lamp ........................................................EL-100
TCM circuit diagram ........................................AT-10
TCM inspection table ......................................AT-41
Temperature control cable and linkage
adjustment ..................................................HA-83
THEFT - Wiring diagram ...............................EL-316
Theft warning system ....................................EL-311
Thermal protector .........................................HA-113
Thermo control amp .......................................HA-80
Thermostat ..........................................LC-11, 23, 34
Third link (front susp.) .....................................FA-29
Three way catalyst ............EC-QG-258, EC-SR-246
Three way catalyst precautions.........................GI-6
Throttle position sensor
(TPS) .............................EC-QG-125, EC-SR-137
Throttle position sensor
adjustment .........................EC-QG-72, EC-SR-84
Throttle position switch ...............EC-SR-271, AT-85
Tightening torque of standard bolts.................GI-50
Time control system ......................................EL-306
Timing belt....................................................EM-131
Timing chain.............................................EM-19, 75
Tire rotation ....................................................MA-53
Tire size ...........................................................GI-45
Torque converter installation .........................AT-117
Torque convertor clutch solenoid valve...........AT-69
Tow truck towing ..............................................GI-46
Towing point.....................................................GI-49
TP/SW - Wiring diagram ........................EC-SR-273
TPS - Wiring diagram .......EC-QG-128, EC-SR-140
Transmission case (M/T) ................................MT-39Transverse link (front) .....................................FA-32
Trim .................................................................BT-18
Triple pressure switch ....................................HA-79
Trouble diagnoses ...........................................GI-35
Trunk lid ............................................................BT-7
Trunk lid opener - See Trunk lid .......................BT-7
Trunk room lamp...................................EL-130, 131
Trunk room trim...............................................BT-28
Turbocharger........................................EM-156, 201
Turbocharger precautions..................................GI-6
TURN - Wiring diagram.................................EL-118
Turn signal lamp............................................EL-117
Two trip detection logic .........EC-QG-36, EC-SR-48
U
Upper link (front susp.) ...................................FA-29
V
Vacuum hose (brake system).........................BR-20
Vacuum hose drawing (Engine
control) ............EC-QG-19, EC-SR-21, EC-CD-13
Valve clearance .............................EM-40, 179, 191
Valve guide..............EM-36, 93, 142, 180, 189, 197
Valve lifter ..............................EM-40, 145, 179, 198
Valve seat................EM-38, 95, 143, 182, 190, 198
Valve spring.............EM-39, 96, 145, 179, 189, 197
Vehicle identification number...........................GI-43
Vehicle speed sensor
(VSS) ..........EC-QG-267, EC-SR-255, EC-CD-70
Viscosity number (SAE) .................................MA-17
VSS - Wiring
diagram .......EC-QG-269, EC-SR-257, EC-CD-71
W
WARN - Wiring diagram ...............................EL-167
Warning buzzer .............................................EL-180
Warning chime ..............................................EL-180
Warning lamps ..............................................EL-165
Washer, front .................................................EL-186
Washer, rear..................................................EL-193
Water cock control rod adjustment ................HA-82
Water pump ........................................LC-10, 22, 33
Water temperature gauge .....................EL-141, 146
Weatherstrip - See Exterior ............................BT-31
Wheel alignment (front) ..................................FA-35
Wheel alignment (rear).....................................RA-6
Wheel balance ...............................................MA-53
Wheel bearing (front axle) ....................FA-6, 12, 35
Wheel bearing (rear) ........................................RA-5
Wheel hub (front) ............................................FA-12
Wheel hub (rear) ..............................................RA-7
Wheel sensors (ABS) .....................................BR-53
Wheel size .......................................................GI-45
Wheelbase (Dimensions) ................................GI-45
ALPHABETICAL INDEX
IDX-7

INSPECTION
Using a feeler gauge, check the following clearances.
Unit: mm (in)
Body to outer gear clearance10.114 - 0.200 (0.0045 - 0.0079)
Outer gear to inner gear clearance
2Less than 0.18 (0.0071)
Housing to inner gear clearance
30.05 - 0.09 (0.0020 - 0.0035)
Housing to outer gear clearance
40.05 - 0.11 (0.0020 - 0.0043)
Inner gear to housing clearance
50.045 - 0.091 (0.0018 - 0.0036)
If it exceeds the limit, replace gear set or entire oil pump
assembly.
REGULATOR VALVE INSPECTION
1. Visually inspect components for wear and damage.
2. Check oil pressure regulator valve sliding surface and valve
spring.
3. Coat regulator valve with engine oil. Check that it falls freely
into the valve hole by its own weight.
If damaged, replace regulator valve set or oil pump assembly.
SLC560A
SLC561C
SLC567A
SLC568A
SLC049B Spring
Regulator valve
Plug
Shim
ENGINE LUBRICATION SYSTEMCD20T
Oil Pump (Cont’d)
LC-29

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 specifications.
UNDER HOOD engine off
Radiator coolant level and coolant hose con-
nections for leaks
Battery fluid level, specific gravity and condi-
tions of battery terminals
Drive belts tension
Fuel filter for water or dust, fuel lines and con-
nections for leaks
Engine oil level and oil leaks
Clutch and brake reservoir fluid level and fluid
lines for leaks
Windshield and rear window washer and head-
lamp cleaner reservoir fluid level
Power steering reservoir fluid level and hose
connections for leaks
ON INSIDE AND OUTSIDE
Remove front spring/strut spacer (If applicable)
Operation of all instruments, gauges, lights and
accessories
Operation of horn(s), wiper and washer
Steering lock for operation
Check air conditioner for gas leaks
Front and rear seats, and seat belts for opera-
tion
All moldings, trims and fittings for fit and align-
ment
All windows for operation and alignment
Hood, trunk lid, door panels for fit and align-
ment
Latches, keys and locks for operation
Weatherstrips for adhesion and fit
Headlamp aiming
Tighten wheel nuts (Inc. inner nuts if appli-
cable)
Tire pressure (Inc. spare tire)
Check front wheels for toe-in
Install clock/voltmeter/room lamp fuse (If appli-
cable)
Install deodorizing filter to air purifier (If appli-
cable)
Remove wiper blade protectors (If applicable)
UNDER BODY
Manual transmission/transaxle, transfer and
differential gear oil level
Brake and fuel lines and oil/fluid reservoirs for
leaks
Tighten bolts and nuts of steering linkage and
gear box, suspension, propeller shafts and
drive shafts
Tighten rear body bolts and nuts (Models with
wooden bed only)
ROAD TEST
Clutch operation
Parking brake operation
Service brake operation
Automatic transmission/transaxle shift timing
and kickdown
Steering control and returnability
Engine performance
Squeaks and rattles
ENGINE OPERATING AND HOT
Adjust idle mixture and speed (and ignition tim-
ing*1)
Automatic transmission/transaxle fluid level
Engine idling and stop knob operation (Diesel
only)
FINAL INSPECTION
Install necessary parts (outside mirror, wheel
covers, seat belts, mat, carpet or mud flaps)
Inspect for interior and exterior metal and paint
damage
Check for spare tire, jack, tools (wheel chock),
and literature
Wash, clean interior and exterior
*1: Not required on models with a direct ignition system
: Not applicable to this model.
PRE-DELIVERY INSPECTION ITEMS
MA-4

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

lIncomplete air bleeding will cause the following to occur.
When this happens, bleed air again.
a. Generation of air bubbles in reservoir tank
b. Generation of clicking noise in oil pump
c. Excessive buzzing in oil pump
While the vehicle is stationary or while moving the steering wheel
slowly, fluid noise may occur in the valve or oil pump. This noise
is inherent in this steering system, and it will not affect perfor-
mance or durability of the system.
Checking Steering Wheel Turning Force
1. Park vehicle on a level, dry surface and set parking brake.
2. Start engine.
3. Bring power steering fluid up to adequate operating tempera-
ture. [Make sure temperature of fluid is approximately 60 to
80ÉC (140 to 176ÉF).]
Tires need to be inflated to normal pressure.
4. Check steering wheel turning force when steering wheel has
been turned 360É from neutral position.
Steering wheel turning force:
44.1 N (4.5 kg, 9.9 lb) or less
5. If steering wheel turning force is out of specification, check
rack sliding force to detect condition of steering gear assem-
bly.
a. Disconnect steering column lower joint and knuckle arms
from the gear.
b. Start and run engine at idle to make sure steering fluid has
reached normal operating temperature.
c. While pulling tie-rod slowly from the neutral position, make
sure rack sliding force is within specification.
Rack sliding force:
284 N (29 kg, 64 lb) or less
6. If rack sliding force is not within specification, replace steer-
ing gear assembly.
SST491B
SST090B
ON-VEHICLE INSPECTION
Bleeding Hydraulic System (Cont'd)
ST-7