2001 NISSAN ALMERA service

Precautions
SUPPLEMENTAL RESTRAINT SYSTEM (SRS) ªAIR BAGº AND ªSEAT BELT
PRE-TENSIONERº
NJRS0006The Supplemental Restraint System such as ªAIR BAGº and ªSEAT BELT PRE-TENSIONERº used along with
a seat belt, helps to reduce the risk or severity of injury to the driver and front passenger for certain types of
collision. The SRS composition which is available to NISSAN MODEL N16 is as follows (The composition
varies according to the destination and optional equipment.):
+For a frontal collision
The Supplemental Restraint System consists of driver air bag module (located in the center of the steer-
ing wheel), front passenger air bag module (located on the instrument panel on passenger side), front seat
belt pre-tensioners, a diagnosis sensor unit, warning lamp, wiring harness and spiral cable.
+For a side collision
The Supplemental Restraint System consists of front side air bag module (located in the outer side of front
seat), side air bag (satellite) sensor, diagnosis sensor unit (one of components of air bags for a frontal
collision), wiring harness, warning lamp (one of components of air bags for a frontal collision).
WARNING:
+To avoid rendering the SRS inoperative, which could increase the risk of personal injury or death
in the event of a collision which would result in air bag inflation, all maintenance should be per-
formed by an authorized NISSAN dealer.
+Improper maintenance, including incorrect removal and installation of the SRS, can lead to per-
sonal injury caused by unintentional activation of the system.
+Do not use electrical test equipment on any circuit related to the SRS unless instructed to in this
Service Manual. SRS wiring harnesses can be identified by yellow harness connector.
PRECAUTIONS FOR SRS ªAIR BAGº AND ªSEAT BELT PRE-TENSIONERº SERVICENJRS0007+Do not use electrical test equipment to check SRS circuits unless instructed to in this Service Manual.
+Before servicing the SRS, turn ignition switch ªOFFº, disconnect both battery cables and wait at least 3
minutes.
For approximately 3 minutes after the cables are removed, it is still possible for the air bag and seat belt
pre-tensioner to deploy. Therefore, do not work on any SRS connectors or wires until at least 3 minutes
have passed.
+Diagnosis sensor unit must always be installed with their arrow marks ªÜº pointing towards the front of
the vehicle for proper operation. Also check diagnosis sensor unit for cracks, deformities or rust before
installation and replace as required.
+The spiral cable must be aligned with the neutral position since its rotations are limited. Do not attempt to
turn steering wheel or column after removal of steering gear.
+Handle air bag module carefully. Always place driver and front passenger air bag modules with the pad
side facing upward and place front side air bag module standing with stud bolt side setting bottom.
+Conduct self-diagnosis to check entire SRS for proper function after replacing any components.
+After air bag inflates, the front instrument panel assembly should be replaced if damaged.
WIRING DIAGRAMS AND TROUBLE DIAGNOSISNJRS0008When you read wiring diagrams, refer to the following:
+GI-11, ªHOW TO READ WIRING DIAGRAMSº
+EL-10, ªPOWER SUPPLY ROUTINGº for power distribution circuit
When you perform trouble diagnosis, refer to the following:
+GI-32, ªHOW TO FOLLOW TEST GROUPS IN TROUBLE DIAGNOSESº
+GI-21, ªHOW TO PERFORM EFFICIENT DIAGNOSES FOR AN ELECTRICAL INCIDENTº
SUPPLEMENTAL RESTRAINT SYSTEM (SRS)
Precautions
RS-20

Preparation
SPECIAL SERVICE TOOLS=NJRS0009
Tool number
Tool nameDescription
KV99106400
Deployment tool
NT357
Disposing of air bag module
KV99105300
Air bag module bracket
NT354
Anchoring air bag module
HT61961000 and
HT62152000 combined
*Special torx bit
NT361
Use for special bolts [TAMPER RESIS-
TANT TORX (Size T50)]
a: 3.5 (0.138) dia.
b: 8.5 - 8.6 (0.335 - 0.339) dia.
c: approx. 10 (0.39) sq.
Unit: mm (in)
KV99108300
Deployment tool adapter for front
passenger air bag
Deployment tool adapter for front
side air bag (For Hatchback)
NT823
KV99108200
Deployment tool adapter for front
seat belt pre-tensioner
NT796
KV99109000
Deployment tool adapters for
front side air bag (For 4-door
Sedan)
NT797
*: Special tool or commercial equivalent
SUPPLEMENTAL RESTRAINT SYSTEM (SRS)
Preparation
RS-21

COMMERCIAL SERVICE TOOLNJRS0040
Tool name Description
Tamper resistant torx
socket
NT757
Size: T30
SRS ConfigurationNJRS0010
SRS585-D
The air bag deploys if the diagnosis sensor unit activates while the ignition switch is in the ªONº or ªSTARTº
position.
The collision modes for which supplemental restraint systems are activated are different among the SRS sys-
tems. For example, the driver air bag module and front passenger air bag module are activated in a frontal
collision but not in a side collision.
SRS configurations which are activated for some collision modes are as follows;
SRS configuration Frontal collision Left side collision Right side collision
Driver air bag modulejÐÐ
Front passenger air bag modulejÐÐ
Front LH seat belt pre-tensionerjÐÐ
Front RH seat belt pre-tensionerjÐÐ
Front LH side air bag module ÐjÐ
Front RH side air bag module Ð Ðj
SUPPLEMENTAL RESTRAINT SYSTEM (SRS)
Preparation (Cont'd)
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Disposal of Air Bag Module and Seat Belt Pre-
tensioner
NJRS0022+Before disposing of air bag module and seat belt pre-tensioner,
or vehicles equipped with such systems, deploy the systems.
If such systems have already been deployed due to an
accident, dispose of them as indicated in ªDISPOSING OF AIR
BAG MODULE AND SEAT BELT PRE-TENSIONERº (RS-46).
+When deploying the air bag module and seat belt pre-
tensioner, always use the Special Service Tool; Deployment
tool KV99106400.
+When deploying the air bag module and seat belt pre-
tensioner, stand at least 5 m (16 ft) away from the deployment
component.
+When deploying air bag module and seat belt pre-tensioner, a
fairly loud noise is made, followed by smoke being released.
The smoke is not poisonous, however, be careful not to inhale
smoke since it irritates the throat and can cause choking.
+Always activate one air bag module at a time.
+Due to heat, leave air bag module unattended for more than
30 minutes after deployment. Also leave seat belt pre-ten-
sioner unattended for move than 10 minutes after deployment.
+Be sure to wear gloves when handling a deployed air bag
module and seat belt pre-tensioner.
+Never apply water to the deployed air bag module and seat
belt pre-tensioner.
+Wash your hands clean after finishing work.
+Place the vehicle outdoors with an open space of at least 6 m
(20 ft) on all sides when deploying air bag module and seat belt
pre-tensioner while mounted in vehicle.
+Use a voltmeter to make sure the vehicle battery is fully
charged.
+Do not dispose of the air bag module and seat belt pre-ten-
sioner un-deployed.
SRS005-B
CHECKING DEPLOYMENT TOOLNJRS0022S01Connecting to BatteryNJRS0022S0101CAUTION:
The battery must show voltage of 9.6V or more.
Remove the battery from the vehicle and place it on dry wood
blocks approximately 5 m (16 ft) away from the vehicle.
+Wait 3 minutes after the vehicle battery is disconnected before
proceeding.
+Connect red clip of deployment tool to battery positive termi-
nal and black clip to negative terminal.
Make sure the polarity is correct. The right side lamp in the
tool, marked ªdeployment tool powerº, should glow with a
green light. If the right side lamp glows red, reverse the con-
nections to the battery.
SUPPLEMENTAL RESTRAINT SYSTEM (SRS)
Disposal of Air Bag Module and Seat Belt Pre-tensioner
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Trouble Diagnoses IntroductionNJRS0043CAUTION:
+Do not use electrical test equipment on any circuit related to the SRS unless instructed to in this
Service Manual. SRS wiring harnesses can be identified by yellow harness connector.
+Do not attempt to repair, splice or modify the SRS wiring harness. If the harness is damaged,
replace it with a new one.
+Keep ground portion clean.
DIAGNOSIS FUNCTIONNJRS0043S01The SRS self-diagnosis results can be read by using ªAIR BAGº warning lamp and/or CONSULT-II. The read-
ing of these results is accomplished using one of two modes Ð ªUser modeº and ªDiagnosis modeº.
The User mode is exclusively prepared for the customer (driver). This mode warns the driver of a system
malfunction through the operation of the ªAIR BAGº warning lamp.
The Diagnosis mode allows the technician to locate and inspect the malfunctioning part.
The mode applications for the ªAIR BAGº warning lamp and CONSULT-II are as follows:
User mode Diagnosis mode Display type
ªAIR BAGº warning lamp X X ON-OFF operation
CONSULT-II Ð X Monitoring
NOTE:
Seat belt pre-tensioner malfunction is indicated by ªAIR BAGº warning lamp.
SUPPLEMENTAL RESTRAINT SYSTEM (SRS)
Trouble Diagnoses Introduction
RS-47

STARTING & CHARGING SYSTEMS
SECTION
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CONTENTS
PRECAUTIONS...............................................................2
Supplemental Restraint System (SRS)²AIR
BAG²and²SEAT BELT PRE-TENSIONER²...............2
Wiring Diagrams and Trouble Diagnoses....................2
BATTERY.........................................................................3
How to Handle Battery ................................................3
METHODS OF PREVENTING OVER-DISCHARGE......3
CHECKING ELECTROLYTE LEVEL............................3
SPECIFIC GRAVITY CHECK......................................4
Battery Test and Charging Chart .................................6
CHART I...................................................................6
CHART II..................................................................7
A: SLOW CHARGE....................................................8
B: STANDARD CHARGE..........................................10
C: QUICK CHARGE................................................. 11
STARTING SYSTEM.....................................................13
System Description ....................................................13
M/T MODELS..........................................................13
A/T MODELS...........................................................13
Wiring Diagram - START -/Sedan .............................14
M/T MODELS..........................................................14
A/T MODELS...........................................................15
Wiring Diagram - START -/Hatchback.......................16
Trouble Diagnoses.....................................................17
Construction ...............................................................18
Removal and Installation ...........................................21
REMOVAL...............................................................21
INSTALLATION........................................................21
Inspection...................................................................21
MAGNETIC SWITCH CHECK...................................21
PINION/CLUTCH CHECK.........................................21
BRUSH CHECK.......................................................22
YOKE CHECK.........................................................23
ARMATURE CHECK................................................23
Assembly ...................................................................24
PINION PROTRUSION LENGTH ADJUSTMENT........24
CHARGING SYSTEM....................................................26
System Description ....................................................26
SEDAN...................................................................26
HATCHBACK...........................................................26
Wiring Diagram - CHARGE -/Sedan .........................27
GASOLINE ENGINE MODELS..................................27
DIESEL ENGINE MODELS.......................................28
Wiring Diagram - CHARGE -/Hatchback...................29
Trouble Diagnoses.....................................................30
WITH IC REGULATOR.............................................30
MALFUNCTION INDICATOR....................................30
Construction ...............................................................31
Removal and Installation ...........................................34
REMOVAL (QG ENGINE).........................................34
REMOVAL (YD ENGINE)..........................................34
INSTALLATION........................................................35
Disassembly...............................................................35
REAR COVER.........................................................35
REAR BEARING......................................................35
Inspection...................................................................35
ROTOR CHECK......................................................35
BRUSH CHECK.......................................................36
STATOR CHECK.....................................................36
Assembly ...................................................................36
RING FITTING IN REAR BEARING...........................36
REAR COVER INSTALLATION.................................37
SERVICE DATA AND SPECIFICATIONS (SDS).........38
Battery........................................................................38
Starter ........................................................................38
Alternator ...................................................................39

Supplemental Restraint System (SRS) ªAIR
BAGº and ªSEAT BELT PRE-TENSIONERº
NJSC0001The Supplemental Restraint System such as ªAIR BAGº and ªSEAT BELT PRE-TENSIONERº used along with
a seat belt, helps to reduce the risk or severity of injury to the driver and front passenger for certain types of
collision. The SRS system composition which is available to NISSAN MODEL N16 is as follows (The compo-
sition varies according to the destination and optional equipment.):
+For a frontal collision
The Supplemental Restraint System consists of driver air bag module (located in the center of the steer-
ing wheel), front passenger air bag module (located on the instrument panel on passenger side), front seat
belt pre-tensioners, a diagnosis sensor unit, warning lamp, wiring harness and spiral cable.
+For a side collision
The Supplemental Restraint System consists of front side air bag module (located in the outer side of front
seat), side air bag (satellite) sensor, diagnosis sensor unit (one of components of air bags for a frontal
collision), wiring harness, warning lamp (one of components of air bags for a frontal collision).
Information necessary to service the system safely is included in theRS sectionof this Service Manual.
WARNING:
+To avoid rendering the SRS inoperative, which could increase the risk of personal injury or death
in the event of a collision which would result in air bag inflation, all maintenance should be per-
formed by an authorized NISSAN dealer.
+Improper maintenance, including incorrect removal and installation of the SRS, can lead to per-
sonal injury caused by unintentional activation of the system. For removal of Spiral Cable and Air
Bag Module, see the RS section.
+Do not use electrical test equipment on any circuit related to the SRS unless instructed to in this
Service Manual. SRS wiring harnesses can be identified by yellow harness connector.
Wiring Diagrams and Trouble DiagnosesNJSC0002When you read wiring diagrams, refer to the following:
+GI-11, ªHOW TO READ WIRING DIAGRAMSº
+EL-10, ªPOWER SUPPLY ROUTINGº for power distribution circuit
When you perform trouble diagnoses, refer to the following:
+GI-32, ªHOW TO FOLLOW TEST GROUPS IN TROUBLE DIAGNOSESº
+GI-21, ªHOW TO PERFORM EFFICIENT DIAGNOSIS FOR AN ELECTRICAL INCIDENTº
PRECAUTIONS
Supplemental Restraint System (SRS) ªAIR BAGº and ªSEAT BELT PRE-TENSIONERº
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BatteryNJSC0014
Applied
modelQG engine YD engine
Type 34B19L 46B24L 55D23L 65D26LYUASA type code YUASA type code
110D26L
025 027 063 065 075 096L 010S 067 096
Capac-
ity V-AH12-27 12-36 12-48 12-52 12-47 12-55 12-50 12-65 12-60 12-64 12-70
StarterNJSC0015
Type0 001 116 006 D7E31 S114-570B S114-800B M2T48681 M0T83581A M8T71371
BOSCH VALEO make HITACHI make MITSUBISHI make
Non-reduction Non-reduction Non-reduction Reduction Non-reduction Reduction Reduction
Applied model QG engine YD engine
System voltage V12
No-loadTerminal voltage V 11.5 11.0 11.5 11.0 11.5 11.0 11.0
Current A Less than 48 45 Less than 60 Less than 90 Less than 53 Less than 90 Less than 145
Revolution rpmMore than
5,80012,000More than
6,000More than
2,750More than
6,000More than
2,750More than
3,400
Minimum diameter of commutator
mm (in)33.5 (1.319) 28.2 (1.110) 28.0 (1.102) 31.4 (1.236) 28.8 (1.134) 31.4 (1.236)
Minimum length of brush mm (in) 3.5 (0.138) 6.15 (0.242) 9.0 (0.354) 10.5 (0.413) 11.5 (0.453) 7.0 (0.276) 11.0 (0.433)
Brush spring tension N (kg, lb)5.2 (0.53,
1.17) at 7.5
mm (0.295 in)
brush length16.2 - 19.8
(1.65 - 2.02,
3.46 - 4.45)9.8 - 13.7
(1.0 - 1.4,
2.2 - 3.1)12.7 - 17.7
(1.3 - 1.8,
2.9 - 4.0)13.7 - 25.5
(1.4 - 2.6,
3.1 - 5.7)15.0 - 20.4
(1.5 - 2.1,
3.4 - 4.6)26.5 - 36.3
(2.7 - 3.7,
6.0 - 8.2)
Clearance between bearing metal
and armature shaft mm (in)Ð 0.05 (0.0020) Less than 0.2 (0.008) Ð
Clearance ª!º between pinion
front edge and pinion stopper mm
(in)0.0 - 3.9
(0 - 0.154)Max. 1
(0.039)0.3 - 2.5 (0.012 - 0.098)0.5 - 2.0
(0.020 - 0.079)Ð
Movement ª!º in height of pinion
assembly mm (in)ÐMax. 12.2
(0.480)Ð0.5 - 2.0
(0.020 -
0.079)
SERVICE DATA AND SPECIFICATIONS (SDS)
Battery
SC-38