2001 NISSAN ALMERA N16 engine oil

SFA975B
BALANCING WHEELSNJSU0042Preliminary InspectionNJSU0042S011. Check tires for wear and improper inflation.
2. Check wheels for deformation, cracks and other damage.
If deformed, remove wheel and check wheel runout.
a. Remove tire from wheel and mount wheel on a tire balance
machine.
b. Set dial indicator as shown in the illustration.
Wheel runout (Dial indicator value):
Refer to SDS, SU-15.
3. Check front wheel bearings for looseness.
4. Check front suspension for looseness.
5. Check steering linkage for looseness.
6. Check that front shock absorbers work properly.
7. Check vehicle posture (Unladen).
SMA829C
TIRE ROTATIONNJSU0043+Do not include the T-type spare tire when rotating the tires.
Wheel nuts:
: 98 - 118 N´m (10.0 - 12.0 kg-m, 72 - 87 ft-lb)
FRONT WHEEL ALIGNMENTNJSU0045Before checking front wheel alignment, be sure to make a prelimi-
nary inspection (Unladen*).
*: Fuel, radiator coolant and engine oil full. Spare tire, jack, hand
tools and mats in designated positions.
SRA096A
Camber, Caster and Kingpin InclinationNJSU0045S01Camber, caster and kingpin inclination are preset at factory
and cannot be adjusted.
1. Measure camber, caster and kingpin inclination of both right
and left wheels with a suitable alignment gauge.
Camber, caster and kingpin inclination:
Refer to SDS, SU-14.
2. If camber, caster or kingpin inclination is not within
specification, inspect front suspension parts. Replace dam-
aged or worn out parts.
FRONT SUSPENSION
On-vehicle Service (Cont'd)
SU-7

Service Data and Specifications (SDS)
GENERAL SPECIFICATIONS (FRONT)=NJSU0020
Applied model QG15DE QG18DE YD22T
Suspension type Independent MacPherson strut
Shock absorber type Double-acting hydraulic
Stabilizer bar *1 Standard Standard
*1: Option for LX grade.
FRONT WHEEL ALIGNMENT (UNLADEN*1)NJSU0021
Standard
QG enigne YD engine
Camber
Degree minute (Decimal degree)Minimum þ1É05¢(þ1.08É) þ1É07¢(þ1.12É)
Nominal þ0É20¢(þ0.33É) þ0É22¢(þ0.37É)
Maximum 0É25¢(0.42É) 0É23¢(0.38É)
Left and right difference 45¢(0.75É)
Caster
Degree minute (Decimal degree)Minimum 0É54¢(0.90É) 0É53¢(0.88É)
Nominal 1É39¢(1.65É) 1É38¢(1.63É)
Maximum 2É24¢(2.40É) 2É23¢(2.38É)
Left and right difference 45¢(0.75É)
Kingpin inclination
Degree minute (Decimal degree)Minimum 13É52¢(13.87É) 13É55¢(13.92É)
Nominal 14É37¢(14.62É) 14É40¢(14.67É)
Maximum 15É22¢(15.37É) 15É25¢(15.42É)
Total toe-inDistance (A þ B)
mm (in)Minimum 1 (0.04) 1.5 (0.059)
Nominal 2 (0.08) 2.5 (0.098)
Maximum 3 (0.12) 3.5 (0.138)
Angle (left plus right)
Degree minute (Decimal degree)Minimum 0É06¢(0.10É) 0É08¢(0.13É)
Nominal 0É11¢(0.18É) 0É14¢(0.23É)
Maximum 0É17¢(0.28É) 0É20¢(0.33É)
Wheel turning angle
Full turn*2Inside
Degree minute (Decimal degree)Minimum 34É00¢(34.00É)
Nominal 37É00¢(37.00É)
Maximum 38É00¢(38.00É)
Outside
Degree minute (Decimal degree)Nominal 31É00¢(31.00É)
*1: Fuel, radiator coolant and engine oil full. Spare tire, jack, hand tools and mats in designated positions.
*2: On power steering models, wheel turning force (at circumference of steering wheel) of 98 to 147 N (10 to 15 kg, 22 to 33 lb) with
engine idle.
LOWER BALL JOINTNJSU0022
Swinging force ªAº
(Measuring point: cotter pin hole of ball stud) N (kg, lb)7.8 - 824 (0.8 - 84, 1.8 - 185)
Turning torque ªBº N´m (kg-cm, in-lb) 0.50 - 4.90 (5.1 - 50.0, 4.4 - 43.4)
Vertical end play ªCº mm (in)0 (0)
FRONT SUSPENSION
Service Data and Specifications (SDS)
SU-14

WHEELARCH HEIGHT (UNLADEN*1)NJSU0041
SFA818A
Applied modelQG engine YD engine QG engine YD engine
Sedan Hatchback
185/65R15 195/60R15 185/65R15 195/60R15 185/65R15 195/60R15 185/65R15 195/60R15
Front (Hf)
mm (in)670 (26.38) 667 (26.26) 668 (26.30) 665 (26.18) 670 (26.38) 667 (26.26) 668 (26.30) 665 (26.18)
Rear (Hr)
mm (in)658 (25.91) 654 (25.75) 658 (25.91) 654 (25.75) 658 (25.91) 654 (25.75) 658 (25.91) 654 (25.75)
*1: Fuel, radiator coolant and engine oil full. Spare tire, jack, hand tools and mats in designated positions.
WHEEL RUNOUTNJSU0023
Wheel typeAluminum Steel wheel
Radial runout limit mm (in) 0.3 (0.012) 0.5 (0.020)
Lateral runout limit mm (in) 0.3 (0.012) 0.8 (0.031)
WHEEL BALANCENJSU0044
Maximum allowable unbalanceDynamic (At rim flange) g (oz) 10 (0.35) (one side)
Static g (oz) 20 (0.71)
FRONT SUSPENSION
Service Data and Specifications (SDS) (Cont'd)
SU-15

SBR686C
Precautions
PRECAUTIONSNJSU0024+When installing each rubber part, final tightening must be
carried out under unladen condition* with tires on ground.
Oil will shorten the life of rubber bushes. Be sure to wipe
off any spilled oil.
*: Fuel, radiator coolant and engine oil full. Spare tire, jack,
hand tools and mats in designated positions.
+Use flare nut wrench when removing or installing brake
tubes.
+After installing removed suspension parts, check wheel
alignment.
+Do not jack up at the trailing arm and lateral link.
+Always torque brake lines when installing.
+Lock nuts are unreusable parts; always use new ones.
When replacing, do not wipe the oil off of the new lock nut
before tightening.
Preparation
COMMERCIAL SERVICE TOOLSNJSU0026
Tool name Description
Equivalent to
1 Flare nut crowfoot
2 Torque wrench
NT360
Removing and installing brake piping
a: 10 mm (0.39 in)
Spring compressor
NT717
Removing and installing coil spring
Noise, Vibration and Harshness (NVH)
Troubleshooting
NJSU0027Refer to ªNoise, Vibration and Harshness (NVH) Troubleshootingº,
ªFRONT SUSPENSIONº, SU-4.
REAR SUSPENSION
Precautions
SU-16

SMA525A
On-vehicle Service
REAR SUSPENSION PARTSNJSU0029Check axle and suspension parts for excessive play, wear or dam-
age.
+Shake each rear wheel to check for excessive play.
SSU036
+Retighten all nuts and bolts to the specified torque.
Tightening torque:
Refer to ªREAR SUSPENSIONº, SU-17.
SMA113
+Check shock absorber for oil leakage or other damage.
+Check wheelarch height. Refer to ªOn-vehicle Serviceº,
ªFRONT SUSPENSION PARTSº, SU-6.
REAR WHEEL ALIGNMENTNJSU0030Before checking rear wheel alignment, be sure to make a prelimi-
nary inspection (Unladen*).
*: Fuel, radiator coolant and engine oil full. Spare tire, jack, hand
tools and mats in designated positions.
SFA975B
Preliminary InspectionNJSU0030S011. Check tires for wear and improper inflation.
2. Check wheels for deformation, cracks and other damage.
If deformed, remove wheel and check wheel runout.
a. Remove tire from wheel and mount wheel on a tire balance
machine.
b. Set dial indicator as shown in the illustration.
Wheel runout (Dial indicator value):
Refer to SDS, SU-15.
3. Check front wheel bearings for looseness.
4. Check front suspension for looseness.
REAR SUSPENSION
On-vehicle Service
SU-18

Service Data and Specifications (SDS)
GENERAL SPECIFICATIONS (REAR)=NJSU0039
Suspension type Multi-link beam suspension
Shock absorber type Double-acting hydraulic
REAR WHEEL ALIGNMENT (UNLADEN*)NJSU0040
Camber
Degree minute (Decimal degree)Minimum þ2É15¢(þ2.25É)
Nominal þ1É03¢(þ1.05É)
Maximum þ0É45¢(þ0.75É)
Total toe-in Distance (A þ B)
mm (in)Minimum þ2 (þ0.08)
Nominal 2 (0.08)
Maximum 6 (0.24)
Angle (left plus right)
Degree minute (Decimal degree)Minimum þ0É12¢(þ0.20É)
Nominal 0É12¢(0.20É)
Maximum 0É36¢(0.60É)
*: Fuel, radiator coolant and engine oil full. Spare tire, jack, hand tools and mats in designated positions.
REAR SUSPENSION
Service Data and Specifications (SDS)
SU-25

SBR451D
Checking Brake Fluid LevelNJBR0006+Check fluid level in reservoir tank. It should be between Max
and Min lines on reservoir tank.
+If fluid level is extremely low, check brake system for leaks.
+Release parking brake lever and see if brake warning lamp
goes off. If not, check brake system for leaks.
SBR389C
Checking Brake LineNJBR0007CAUTION:
If leakage occurs around joints, retighten or, if necessary,
replace damaged parts.
1. Check brake lines (tubes and hoses) for cracks, deterioration
or other damage. Replace any damaged parts.
2. Check for oil leakage by fully depressing brake pedal while
engine is running.
SBR419C
Changing Brake FluidNJBR0008CAUTION:
+Refill with new brake fluid ªDOT 4º.
+Always keep fluid level higher than minimum line on res-
ervoir tank.
+Never reuse drained brake fluid.
+Be careful not to splash brake fluid on painted areas; it
may cause paint damage. If brake fluid is splashed on
painted areas, wash it away with water immediately.
1. Clean inside of reservoir tank, and refill with new brake fluid.
2. Connect a vinyl tube to each air bleeder valve.
3. Drain brake fluid from each air bleeder valve by depressing
brake pedal while keeping reservoir level higher than minimum
line by adding new brake fluid.
4. Repeat until new brake fluid comes out of each air bleeder
valve.
Use same procedure as in bleeding hydraulic system to refill
brake fluid. Refer to ªBleeding Brake Systemº, BR-8.
Brake Burnishing ProcedureNJBR0036Burnish the brake contact surfaces according to the following pro-
cedure after refinishing or replacing drums or rotors, after replac-
ing pads or linings, or if a soft pedal occurs at very low mileage.
CAUTION:
Only perform this procedure under safe road and traffic con-
ditions. Use extreme caution.
1. Drive the vehicle on a straight smooth road at 50 km/h (31
MPH).
2. Use medium brake pedal/foot effort to bring the vehicle to a
complete stop from 50 km/h (31 MPH). Adjust brake pedal/foot
ON-VEHICLE SERVICE
Checking Brake Fluid Level
BR-7

SBR225B
Removal and InstallationNJBR0027CAUTION:
When installing vacuum hoses, pay attention to the following
points.
+Do not apply any oil or lubricants to vacuum hose and
check valve.
+Insert vacuum tube into vacuum hose as shown.
+Install check valve, paying attention to its direction.
InspectionNJBR0028HOSES AND CONNECTORSNJBR0028S01Check vacuum lines, connections and check valve for airtightness,
improper attachment chafing and deterioration.
SBR844B
CHECK VALVENJBR0028S02Check vacuum with a vacuum pump.
Connect to booster side Vacuum should exist.
Connect to engine side Vacuum should not exist.
VACUUM HOSE
Removal and Installation
BR-22