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2WD, 4WD model
8.5(9 US qt, 7-1/2 Imp qt)
Drain plug:
: 29 - 39 N´m (3.0 - 4.0 kg-m, 22 - 29 ft-lb)
4. Run engine at idle speed for five minutes.
5. Check fluid level and condition. Refer to MA-21, ªChecking A/T
Fluidº. If fluid is still dirty, repeat steps 2 through 5.
SMA439B
Checking All-mode 4WD Transfer FluidNBMA0022Check for oil leakage and fluid level.
A/T fluid is used for the all-mode 4WD transfer in the factory.
Never start engine while checking fluid level.
Filler plug:
: 10 - 20 N´m (1.0 - 2.0 kg-m, 87 - 174 in-lb)
SMA444B
Changing All-mode 4WD Transfer FluidNBMA0023When changing all-mode 4WD transfer fluid completely, A/T fluid
may be used.
Fluid grade:
Nissan Matic ªDº (Continental U.S. and Alaska) or
Canada NISSAN Automatic Transmission Fluid.
Refer to ªFluids and Lubricantsº, ªRECOMMENDED
FLUIDS AND LUBRICANTSº, MA-11.
Fluid capacity:
3.0(3-1/8 US qt, 2-5/8 Imp qt)
Drain plug:
: 10 - 20 N´m (1.0 - 2.0 kg-m, 87 - 174 in-lb)
CHASSIS AND BODY MAINTENANCE
Changing A/T Fluid (Cont'd)
MA-22
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SMA231
SMA872C
Checking Propeller ShaftNBMA0024Check propeller shaft for damage, looseness or grease leakage.
Tightening torque: Refer to PD-4, ªComponentsº.
SMA873C
Greasing Propeller ShaftNBMA0025Apply specified grease to nipples provided on propeller shaft.
Grease grade:
Refer to ªRECOMMENDED FLUIDS AND
LUBRICANTSº, MA-11.
SMA440B
Checking Differential Gear OilNBMA0026Check for oil leakage and oil level.
Filler plug:
Front
: 39 - 59 N´m (4 - 6 kg-m, 29 - 43 ft-lb)
Rear
: 59 - 118 N´m (6 - 12 kg-m, 43 - 87 ft-lb)
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Checking Propeller Shaft
MA-23
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SMA632C
SMA631C
Changing Differential Gear OilNBMA00271. Drain oil from drain plug and refill with new gear oil.
2. Check oil level.
Oil grade and viscosity:
See ªRECOMMENDED FLUIDS AND LUBRICATNSº,
MA-11, 12.
Oil capacity:
Front
1.85(3-7/8 US pt, 3-1/4 Imp pt)
Rear
2.8(5-7/8 US pt, 4-7/8 Imp pt)
Filler plug:
Front
: 39 - 59 N´m (4 - 6 kg-m, 29 - 43 ft-lb)
Rear
: 59 - 118 N´m (6 - 12 kg-m, 43 - 87 ft-lb)
Drain plug:
Front
: 59 - 98 N´m (6 - 10 kg-m, 43 - 72 ft-lb)
Rear
: 59 - 118 N´m (6 - 12 kg-m, 43 - 87 ft-lb)
LIMITED-SLIP DIFFERENTIAL GEARNBMA0027S01IUse only approved limited-slip differential gear oil.
ILimited-slip differential identification.
1. Lift both rear wheels off the ground.
2. Turn one rear wheel by hand.
3. If both rear wheels turn in the same direction simultaneously,
vehicle is equipped with limited-slip differential.
Balancing WheelsNBMA0028Adjust wheel balance using the road wheel center.
Wheel balance (Maximum allowable unbalance):
Refer to SDS, MA-29.
SGI991
Tire RotationNBMA0029IAfter rotating the tires, adjust the tire pressure.
IRetighten the wheel nuts after the vehicle has been driven
for 1,000 km (600 miles). (also in cases of a flat tire, etc.)
Wheel nuts:
: 118 - 147 N´m (12 - 15 kg-m, 87 - 108 ft-lb)
CHASSIS AND BODY MAINTENANCE
Changing Differential Gear Oil
MA-24
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SBR451D
Checking Brake Fluid Level and LeaksNBMA0030If fluid level is extremely low, check brake system for leaks.
SBR389C
Checking Brake Lines and CablesNBMA0031Check brake fluid lines and parking brake cables for improper
attachment, leaks, chafing, abrasions and deterioration.
SMA260A
Checking Disc BrakeNBMA0032ROTORNBMA0032S01Check condition and thickness.
Standard thickness:
28 mm (1.10 in)
Minimum thickness:
26 mm (1.02 in)
SMA922A
CALIPERNBMA0032S02Check for leakage.
SMA847B
PADNBMA0032S03Check wear or damage.
Standard thickness:
11 mm (0.43 in)
Minimum thickness:
2 mm (0.08 in)
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Checking Brake Fluid Level and Leaks
MA-25
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SMA848B
Checking Drum BrakeNBMA0033WHEEL CYLINDERNBMA0033S01Check for leakage.
DRUMNBMA0033S02Check condition and inner surface.
Standard inner diameter:
295 mm (11.61 in)
Drum repair limit (Inner diameter):
296.5 mm (11.67 in)
SMA849B
LININGNBMA0033S03Check wear or damage.
Standard thickness:
6.1 mm (0.24 in)
Lining wear limit (Minimum thickness):
1.5 mm (0.059 in)
SMA870C
TEMPORARY METHOD FOR CHECKING LINING WEARNBMA0033S04Remove inspection hole plug and check for lining wear.
SMA874C
Checking Steering Gear, Linkage and Transfer
Gear
NBMA0034STEERING GEARNBMA0034S01ICheck gear housing and boots for looseness, damage and
grease leakage.
ICheck connection with steering column for looseness.
STEERING LINKAGENBMA0034S02ICheck ball joint, dust cover and other component parts for
looseness, wear, damage and grease leakage.
STEERING TRANSFER GEARNBMA0034S03ICheck gear box for looseness, damage and grease leakage.
CHASSIS AND BODY MAINTENANCE
Checking Drum Brake
MA-26
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SST280B
Checking Power Steering Fluid and LinesNBMA0035CHECKING FLUID LEVELNBMA0035S01ICheck fluid level with engine off.
ICheck fluid level with dipstick on reservoir cap. Use ªHOTº
range at fluid temperatures of 50 to 80ÉC (122 to 176ÉF). Use
ªCOLDº range at fluid temperatures of 0 to 30ÉC (32 to 86ÉF).
CAUTION:
IDo not overfill.
IRecommended fluid is Genuine NISSAN PSF II or equiva-
lent. Refer to ªRECOMMENDED FLUIDS AND
LUBRICANTSº, MA-11.
SST118B
CHECKING LINESNBMA0035S02ICheck lines for improper attachment, leaks, cracks, damage,
loose connections, chafing and deterioration.
ICheck rack boots for accumulation of power steering fluid.
Lubricating Locks, Hinges and Hood LatchesNBMA0036
SMA897C
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Checking Power Steering Fluid and Lines
MA-27
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Checking Seat Belts, Buckles, Retractors,
Anchors and Adjusters
NBMA0037
SMA854CE
CHASSIS AND BODY MAINTENANCE
Checking Seat Belts, Buckles, Retractors, Anchors and Adjusters
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Engine Maintenance
DRIVE BELT DEFLECTIONNBMA0038Unit: mm (in)
Used belt deflection
Deflection of new belt
Limit Deflection after adjustment
Alternator
Power steering oil pump
Fan7 (0.28)4 - 5 (0.16 - 0.20) 3.5 - 4.5 (0.138 - 0.177)
Air conditioner compressor 12 (0.47) 9 - 10 (0.35 - 0.39)8 - 9 (0.31 - 0.35)
Applied pushing force 98 N (10 kg, 22 lb)
DRIVE BELT TENSIONNBMA0042Unit: N (kg, lb)
Used belt
New belt
Limit After adjustment
Generator
Power steering oil pump
Fan294 (30, 66) 730 - 818 (74.4 - 83.5, 164 - 184) 838 - 926 (85.4 - 94.5, 188 - 208)
Air conditioner compressor 196 (20, 44) 348 - 436 (35.5 - 44.5, 78 - 98) 470 - 559 (47.9 - 57.0, 106 - 126)
SPARK PLUG TYPENBMA0039
Symbol Make
Standard type PLFR5A-11 NGK
Cold type PLFR6A-11 NGK
Hot type PLFR4A-11 NGK
Plug gap (Nominal) 1.1 mm (0.043 in)
Chassis and Body Maintenance
WHEEL BALANCENBMA0040
Maximum allowable unbalanceDynamic (At rim flange) g (oz) 10 (0.35) (one side)
Static g (oz) 20 (0.71)
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SERVICE DATA AND SPECIFICATIONS (SDS)
Engine Maintenance
MA-29