2001 NISSAN ALMERA fuel filter

at the bottom of the water level warning sensor located under
the fuel filter.
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3. Install the fuel filter, filter bracket, and protector assembly tem-
porarily. Then, drain the water by pumping the priming pump
with the filter standing straight.
+Extend the drain hose if necessary.
Water amount when the MI lights up:
65 - 100 m!(2.3 - 3.5 Imp fl oz)
CAUTION:
When the water is drained, the fuel is also drained. Use a pan,
etc. to avoid fuel adherence to the rubber parts such as the
engine mount insulator.
4. Tighten the water draining cock, then install the fuel filter, filter
bracket, protector assembly in the reverse order of removal.
CAUTION:
Do not over-tighten the water draining cock. This will damage
the cock thread, resulting in water or fuel leak.
5. Bleed air of the fuel filter. Refer to EC-625.
+Start engine and let it idle for at least one minute after
performing air bleeding.
6. Start the engine, then check that the MI goes off. (If water in
fuel filter sensor is equipped.)
BASIC SERVICE PROCEDUREYD
Fuel Filter (Cont'd)
EC-626

+Erasing the emission-related diagnostic information using CONSULT-II is easier and quicker than
switching the diagnostic test mode using the data link connector.
Malfunction Indicator (MI)
DESCRIPTIONNJEC0628
SAT652J
The MI is located on the instrument panel.
1. The MI will light up when the ignition switch is turned ON without the engine running. This is a bulb check.
+If the MI does not light up, refer to EL-184, EL-189, ªWARNING LAMPSº or see EC-831.
2. When the engine is started, the MI should go off.
If the MI remains on, the on board diagnostic system has detected an engine system malfunction.
If MI illuminates or blinks irregularly after starting engine, water may have accumulated in fuel filter.
Drain water from fuel filter. Refer to ªWATER DRAININGº, EC-625.
On Board Diagnostic System FunctionNJEC0628S01The on board diagnostic system has the following three functions.
Diagnostic Test
ModeKEY and ENG.
StatusFunction Explanation of Function
Mode I Ignition switch in
ON position
Engine stopped
BULB CHECK This function checks the MI bulb for damage (blown,
open circuit, etc.).
If the MI does not come on, check MI circuit. (See
EC-831.)
Engine running
MALFUNCTION
WARNINGThis is a usual driving condition. When ECM detects a
malfunction, the MI will light up to inform the driver that
a malfunction has been detected.
Mode II Ignition switch in
ON position
Engine stopped
SELF-DIAGNOSTIC RESULTS This function allows DTCs to be read.
ON BOARD DIAGNOSTIC SYSTEM DESCRIPTIONYD
Malfunction Indicator (MI)
EC-628

Basic InspectionNJEC0632Precaution:
Perform Basic Inspection without electrical or mechanical
loads applied;
+Headlamp switch is OFF,
+On vehicles equipped with daytime light systems, set
lighting switch to the 1st position to light only small
lamps.
+Air conditioner switch is OFF,
+Rear defogger switch is OFF,
+Steering wheel is in the straight-ahead position, etc.
1 INSPECTION START
1. Check service records for any recent repairs that may indicate a related problem.
2. Check the current need for scheduled maintenance, especially for fuel filter and air cleaner filter. Refer to MA-6, ªPeri-
odic Maintenanceº.
3. Open engine hood and check the following:
+Harness connectors for improper connections
+Vacuum hoses for splits, kinks, or improper connections
+Wiring for improper connections, pinches, or cuts
SEF142I
4. Start engine and warm it up to the normal operating temperature.
©GO TO 2.
2 PREPARATION FOR CHECKING IDLE SPEED
With CONSULT-II
Connect CONSULT-II to the data link connector.
Without CONSULT-II
Install diesel tacho tester to the vehicle.
©GO TO 3.
TROUBLE DIAGNOSIS Ð BASIC INSPECTIONYD
Basic Inspection
EC-641

6 CHECK IDLE SPEED AGAIN
With CONSULT-II
1. Start engine and let it idle.
2. Select ªCKPS´RPM (TDC)º in ªDATA MONITORº mode with CONSULT-II.
3. Read idle speed.
SEF817Y
Without CONSULT-II
1. Start engine and let it idle.
2. Check idle speed.
725±25 rpm
OK or NG
OK©INSPECTION END
NG©GO TO 7.
7 DRIN WATER FROM FUEL FILTER
Drain water from fuel filter. Refer to ªWATER DRAININGº, EC-625.
©GO TO 8.
8 CHECK IDLE SPEED AGAIN
With CONSULT-II
1. Start engine and let it idle.
2. Select ªCKPS´RPM (TDC)º in ªDATA MONITORº mode with CONSULT-II.
3. Read idle speed.
SEF817Y
Without CONSULT-II
1. Start engine and let it idle.
2. Check idle speed.
725±25 rpm
OK or NG
OK©INSPECTION END
NG©GO TO 9.
TROUBLE DIAGNOSIS Ð BASIC INSPECTIONYD
Basic Inspection (Cont'd)
EC-643

9 CHECK AIR CLEANER FILTER
Check air cleaner filter for clogging or braks.
OK or NG
OK©GO TO 10.
NG©Replace air cleaner filter.
10 CHECK FUEL INJECTION NOZZLE
Check fuel injection nozzle opening pressure. Refer to ªInjection Pressure Testº, EC-617.
OK or NG
OK©GO TO 11.
NG©Replace fuel injection nozzle assembly.
11 CHECK IDLE SPEED AGAIN
With CONSULT-II
1. Start engine and let it idle.
2. Select ªCKPS´RPM (TDC)º in ªDATA MONITORº mode with CONSULT-II.
3. Read idle speed.
SEF817Y
Without CONSULT-II
1. Start engine and let it idle.
2. Check idle speed.
725±25 rpm
OK or NG
OK©INSPECTION END
NG©GO TO 12.
12 CHECK COMPRESSION PRESSURE
Check compression pressure. Refer to EM-83, ªMEASUREMENT OF COMPRESSION PRESSUREº.
OK or NG
OK©GO TO 13.
NG©Follow the instruction of ªMEASUREMENT OF COMPRESSION PRESSUREº.
TROUBLE DIAGNOSIS Ð BASIC INSPECTIONYD
Basic Inspection (Cont'd)
EC-644

REPLACEMENT OF CONNECTING ROD
BUSHING (SMALL END)
..........................................62
FLYWHEEL/DRIVE PLATE RUNOUT........................62
Assembly ...................................................................62
PISTON..................................................................62
CRANKSHAFT.........................................................63
SERVICE DATA AND SPECIFICATIONS (SDS).........66
General Specifications ...............................................66
Compression Pressure ..............................................66
Belt Deflection............................................................67
Spark Plug .................................................................67
Cylinder Head ............................................................67
Valve ..........................................................................68
VALVE....................................................................68
VALVE SPRING.......................................................68
VALVE LIFTER........................................................68
VALVE CLEARANCE................................................69
VALVE GUIDE.........................................................69
AVAILABLE SHIMS..................................................69
VALVE SEAT...........................................................71
VALVE SEAT RESURFACE LIMIT.............................72
Camshaft and Camshaft Bearing ..............................72
Cylinder Block ............................................................73
Piston, Piston Ring and Piston Pin ...........................74
PISTON..................................................................74
PISTON RING.........................................................74
PISTON PIN............................................................74
Connecting Rod .........................................................75
Crankshaft..................................................................75
Main Bearing..............................................................75
STANDARD.............................................................75
UNDERSIZE............................................................75
Connecting Rod Bearing ...........................................76
STANDARD SIZE....................................................76
UNDERSIZE............................................................76
Bearing Clearance .....................................................76
Miscellaneous Components.......................................76
YD
PRECAUTIONS.............................................................77
Parts Requiring Angular Tightening ...........................77
Liquid Gasket Application Procedure ........................77
PREPARATION.............................................................78
Special Service Tools ................................................78
Commercial Service Tools .........................................80
NOISE, VIBRATION AND HARSHNESS (NVH)
TROUBLESHOOTING...................................................82
NVH Troubleshooting - Engine Noise .......................82
MEASUREMENT OF COMPRESSION PRESSURE....83
DRIVE BELTS................................................................85
Inspection...................................................................85
Adjustment .................................................................85
AIR CONDITIONER COMPRESSOR BELT................86
ALTERNATOR & WATER PUMP BELT.....................86
Removal .....................................................................86
Installation ..................................................................87
AIR CLEANER...............................................................88
Changing Air Cleaner Filter .......................................88
VISCOUS PAPER TYPE...........................................88
OIL PAN.........................................................................89
Components...............................................................89
Removal .....................................................................89
Installation ..................................................................91
TIMING CHAIN..............................................................94
Secondary Timing Chain ...........................................94
REMOVAL...............................................................94
INSPECTION...........................................................96
INSTALLATION........................................................96
Primary Timing Chain ................................................99
REMOVAL.............................................................100
INSPECTION.........................................................102
INSTALLATION......................................................102
INTAKE MANIFOLD....................................................107
Removal and Installation .........................................107
PREPARATIVE WORK...........................................107
FUEL PIPING........................................................108
INTAKE MANIFOLD...............................................108
EGR VOLUME CONTROL VALVE...........................108
WATER HOSE.......................................................108
Inspection.................................................................109
INTAKE MANIFOLD...............................................109
CATALYST.................................................................. 110
Removal and Installation ......................................... 110
PREPARATIVE WORK........................................... 110
CATALYST............................................................ 110
GUSSET............................................................... 111
EXHAUST MANIFOLD, TURBOCHARGER............... 112
Removal and Installation ......................................... 112
PREPARATIVE WORK........................................... 112
EXHAUST MANIFOLD AND TURBOCHARGER....... 112
EXHAUST MANIFOLD GASKET............................. 113
Disassembly and Assembly ..................................... 113
TURBOCHARGER................................................. 113
Inspection................................................................. 114
EXHAUST MANIFOLD........................................... 114
TURBOCHARGER................................................. 114
ROCKER COVER........................................................ 117
Removal and Installation ......................................... 117
PREPARATIVE WORK........................................... 117
ROCKER COVER.................................................. 117
CYLINDER HEAD........................................................ 119
Components............................................................. 119
Removal ...................................................................120
PREPARATIVE WORK...........................................120
CAMSHAFT...........................................................120
CYLINDER HEAD..................................................121
Disassembly.............................................................121
Inspection.................................................................122
CONTENTS(Cont'd)
EM-2

ACCELERATOR CONTROL, FUEL &
EXHAUST SYSTEMS
SECTION
FE
CONTENTS
QG
PREPARATION...............................................................2
Special Service Tools ..................................................2
Commercial Service Tools ...........................................2
ACCELERATOR CONTROL SYSTEM...........................3
Removal and Installation .............................................3
Adjusting Accelerator Wire ..........................................3
MODELS WITH THROTTLE OPENER.........................3
MODELS WITHOUT THROTTLE OPENER..................4
FUEL SYSTEM................................................................5
Checking Fuel Lines ....................................................5
Removal and Installation .............................................5
Fuel Tank .....................................................................6
REMOVAL.................................................................7
INSTALLATION........................................................ 11
Fuel Pump, Fuel Level Sensor Unit and Fuel
Filter ...........................................................................12
REMOVAL...............................................................12
INSTALLATION........................................................14
EXHAUST SYSTEM......................................................15
Checking Exhaust System.........................................15
Removal and Installation ...........................................15
YD
PREPARATION.............................................................18
Special Service Tool ..................................................18Commercial Service Tool ...........................................18
ACCELERATOR CONTROL SYSTEM.........................19
Removal and Installation ...........................................19
Inspection...................................................................19
FUEL SYSTEM..............................................................20
Checking Fuel Lines ..................................................20
Water Draining from Fuel Filter .................................20
DRAINING WATER..................................................20
FUEL FILTER CHECK..............................................20
Changing Fuel Filter ..................................................20
REMOVAL...............................................................20
INSTALLATION........................................................21
Bleeding Fuel Filter....................................................21
Checking Priming Pump ............................................21
Checking Water in Fuel Filter Sensor (where
fitted) ..........................................................................22
Removal and Installation ...........................................22
Fuel Tank ...................................................................23
REMOVAL...............................................................25
INSTALLATION........................................................28
Fuel Level Sensor Unit ..............................................29
REMOVAL...............................................................30
INSTALLATION........................................................31
EXHAUST SYSTEM......................................................32
Checking Exhaust System.........................................32
Removal and Installation ...........................................32

Fuel Pump, Fuel Level Sensor Unit and Fuel
Filter
NJFE0007
SFE671A
JFE613A
REMOVALNJFE0007S01For SedanNJFE0007S01011. Release fuel pressure from fuel line.
Refer to EC-40, ªFuel Pressure Releaseº.
2. Disconnect battery ground cable.
3. Open fuel filler lid and filler cap.
4. Remove rear seat cushion. Refer to BT-60, ªRemoval and
Installationº.
5. Remove inspection hole cover under the rear seat.
JFE608A
6. Disconnect electrical connector.
7. Disconnect the quick connectors.
+For disconnect of quick connectors, refer to step 8. of ªFuel
Tank Removalº.
8. Remove the six screws and retainer.
CAUTION:
Use genuine bolts only when fixing retainer.
FUEL SYSTEMQG
Fuel Pump, Fuel Level Sensor Unit and Fuel Filter
FE-12