2001 NISSAN ALMERA radiator

crankshaft position sensor (TDC sensor) from the assem-
bly.
+Always pay extra attention not to damage edge of crank-
shaft position sensor (TDC sensor) or ring gear teeth.
REMOVALNJEM0069S011. Remove engine undercover, and hood for hoisting.
2. Drain coolant from both cylinder block and radiator. Refer to
LC-44, ªChanging Engine Coolantº.
3. Remove the following parts:
+Battery
+RH and LH front wheels
+RH and LH splash covers (combined with undercover)
+Auxiliary belts
+Alternator
+Alternator brackets
+Radiator and cooling fan
+Engine cover
+Air ducts and air cleaner case
LH side of engine room:
4. Disconnect all harnesses and grounds that are connected to
components on vehicle.
5. Disconnect vacuum hose on vacuum pump side.
6. Disconnect fuel feed and fuel return hoses on engine side.
+Immediately put blind plugs into the openings to prevent
fuel from flowing out.
7. Disconnect heater hose. Plug opening of hose to prevent cool-
ant from flowing out.
RH side of engine room:
8. Remove air conditioner compressor from brackets and move
it toward vehicle side. Secure compressor on vehicle side with
rope.
Vehicle underside:
9. Remove exhaust front tube.
10. Disconnect two hoses from power steering pump and plug to
stop fluid.
11. Remove M/T control rod and support rod.
12. Remove ABS wheel sensor, and temporarily hang brake cali-
per with rope on vehicle side.
13. Remove RH and LH drive shafts.
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14. Install engine slingers to cylinder head.
: 30 - 37 N´m (3.0 - 3.8 kg-m, 22 - 27 ft-lb)
+Use engine slingers and securing bolts of the specified
service parts.
15. Lift up vehicle to appropriate level where work can be per-
formed efficiently. Using two transmission jacks, securely sup-
port engine oil pan and bottom surface of transaxle.
ENGINE ASSEMBLYYD
Removal and Installation (Cont'd)
EM-138

SEF289H
+Before starting repairs which do not require battery power:
Turn off ignition switch.
Disconnect the negative battery terminal.
SGI233
+To prevent serious burns:
Avoid contact with hot metal parts.
Do not remove the radiator cap when the engine is hot.
SGI234
+Before servicing the vehicle:
Protect fenders, upholstery and carpeting with appropriate cov-
ers.
Take caution that keys, buckles or buttons do not scratch paint.
+Clean all disassembled parts in the designated liquid or solvent
prior to inspection or assembly.
+Replace oil seals, gaskets, packings, O-rings, locking washers,
cotter pins, self-locking nuts, etc. with new ones.
+Replace inner and outer races of tapered roller bearings and
needle bearings as a set.
+Arrange the disassembled parts in accordance with their
assembled locations and sequence.
+Do not touch the terminals of electrical components which use
microcomputers (such as ECMs).
Static electricity may damage internal electronic components.
+After disconnecting vacuum or air hoses, attach a tag to indi-
cate the proper connection.
+Use only the fluids and lubricants specified in this manual.
+Use approved bonding agent, sealants or their equivalents
when required.
+Use tools and recommended special tools where specified for
safe and efficient service repairs.
+When repairing the fuel, oil, water, vacuum or exhaust
systems, check all affected lines for leaks.
+Dispose of drained oil or the solvent used for cleaning parts in
an appropriate manner.
PRECAUTIONS
Precautions (Cont'd)
GI-5

Heater & Cooling Unit (Heater Core)
REMOVALNJHA0193
RHA807H
1. Drain the cooling system. Refer to LC-18 (QG), LC-44 (YD),
ªChanging Engine Coolantº.
2. Discharge the A/C system. Refer to HA-78.
3. Disconnect the two heater hoses from inside the engine com-
partment.
4. Remove the blower unit. Refer to HA-89.
5. Remove the steering member assembly. Refer to BT-25,
ªInstrument Panel Assemblyº.
6. Remove the heater unit.
7. Separate the heater & cooling unit case, and remove the
heater core.
INSTALLATIONNJHA0194Install in the reverse order of removal.
When filling radiator with coolant, refer to LC-19 (QG), LC-45
(YD), ªRefilling Engine Coolantº.
Recharge the A/C system. Refer to HA-78.
RHA673H
A/C Evaporator
REMOVALNJHA02041. Discharge the A/C system. Refer to HA-78.
2. Disconnect the two refrigerant lines from the engine compart-
ment.
Cap the A/C lines to prevent moisture from entering the sys-
tem.
3. Remove the grommet cover, grommet and expansion valve
cover from the engine compartment.
4. Remove the glove box, instrument lower assist panel, instru-
ment lower cover and drink holder. Refer to BT-25.
SERVICE PROCEDURE
Heater & Cooling Unit (Heater Core)
HA-88

NVH troubleshooting (SU) ........................ SU-16
NVH troubleshooting (CL) ........................... CL-4
NVIS (Nissan vehicle immobiliser sys-
tem) precautions ....................................... GI-3
Neutral position switch .................... EC-437, 536
O
Oil pan (engine) .................................. EM-20, 89
Oil pressure (engine) ............................ LC-5, 28
Oil pump (A/T) ......................................... AT-384
Oil pump (engine) ................................. LC-5, 28
Oil pump regulator valve (engine) ......... LC-8, 30
Oil seal replacement (engine) .................. EM-32
On board diagnostic system ............. EC-59, 627
Operating cylinder (clutch) ........................ CL-14
Overdrive control switch .......................... AT-341
Overrun clutch .......................................... AT-412
P
P/ANT - Wiring diagram .......................... EL-282
PCV (positive crankcase
ventilation) ..................................... EC-39, 613
PGC/V - Wiring diagram ................. EC-366, 505
PNP/SW - Wiring diagram ...... EC-439, 537, 826
POWER - Wiring diagram ................... EL-11, 28
PST/SW - Wiring diagram ....................... EC-568
Park/Neutral position switch ... EC-437, 536, 826
Park/neutral position switch (A/T) ............ AT-183
Park/neutral position switch (M/T) ............ MT-21
Parking brake control ................................ BR-47
Parking lamp .............................................. EL-81
Piston assembly ............................... EM-62, 155
Piston pin inspection ........................ EM-56, 145
Piston ring inspection ....................... EM-56, 145
Piston to bore clearance .................. EM-58, 147
Power antenna ........................................ EL-282
Power door lock ....................................... EL-314
Power door mirror .................................... EL-294
Power steering fluid level ............................ ST-7
Power steering gear .................................. ST-16
Power steering hydraulic pressure .............. ST-9
Power steering oil pressure switch ......... EC-567
Power steering oil pump ............................ ST-25
Power steering system bleeding ................. ST-8
Power supply routing ................................. EL-10
Power window ......................................... EL-298
Precautions (General) .................................. GI-4
Pressure plate - See Clutch cover ............ CL-22
Priming pump .................................. EC-625, 641
Q
Quick-glow system .................................. EC-806
R
RR02 - Wiring diagram .......... EC-261, 270, 278,
286, 463
RR02/H - Wiring diagram ............... EC-293, 470
Radiator ............................................... LC-16, 42
Radio - See Audio ................................... EL-258
Rear air spoiler .......................................... BT-47
Rear axle (disc brake type) ....................... AX-24
Rear axle ................................................... AX-22
Rear bumper .............................................. BT-10
Rear combination lamp removal and
installation .............................................. BT-47
Rear disc brake .................................. BR-35, 43
Rear door ................................................... BT-16
Rear drum brake ....................................... BR-31
Rear heated oxygen sensor (HO2S)
heater .......................................... EC-291, 469
Rear heated oxygen sensor (HO2S) ..... EC-258,
267, 275, 284, 462
Rear seat belt ............................................ RS-11
Rear seat ................................................... BT-60
Rear suspension ....................................... SU-16
Rear window defogger ............................ EL-240
Rear window .............................................. BT-71
Refrigerant connection precaution .............. HA-3
Refrigerant general precaution ................... HA-2
Refrigerant lines ........................................ HA-91
Refrigeration cycle .................................... HA-13
Release bearing (clutch) ..................... CL-17, 20
Removal and installation (A/T) ................ AT-354
Reverse clutch ......................................... AT-403
Reverse idler shaft (M/T) .............. MT-30, 54, 93
Reverse lamp switch (M/T) - See
Back-up lamp switch (M/T) ................... MT-21
Reverse main gear (M/T) ............. MT-31, 55, 93
Road wheel size ......................................... GI-43
Roof trim .................................................... BT-43
Room lamp - See Interior lamp ............... EL-115
S
S/LOCK - Wiring diagram ............... EL-318, 335,
352, 372
S/SIG - Wiring diagram ........................... EC-558
SAE J1930 terminology list ........................ GI-50
SHIFT - Wiring diagram ........................... AT-344
SROOF - Wiring diagram ........................ EL-292
SRS - See Supplemental Restraint
System ................................................... RS-20
START - Wiring diagram ........................... SC-14
STOP/L - Wiring diagram .................... EL-85, 86
SWL/V - Wiring diagram ................. EC-399, 475
Seal - See Exterior .................................... BT-47
Seat belt pre-tensioner disposal ............... RS-40
Seat belt pre-tensioner ............................... RS-3
Seat belt, front ............................................ RS-5
Seat belt, rear ............................................ RS-11
Seat, front .................................................. BT-56
ALPHABETICAL INDEX
IDX-6

ENGINE LUBRICATION &
COOLING SYSTEMS
SECTION
LC
CONTENTS
QG
ENGINE LUBRICATION SYSTEM..................................3
Precautions ..................................................................3
LIQUID GASKET APPLICATION PROCEDURE............3
Preparation ..................................................................3
SPECIAL SERVICE TOOLS........................................3
Lubrication Circuit ........................................................4
Oil Pressure Check......................................................5
Oil Pump ......................................................................5
REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION.................................5
DISASSEMBLY AND ASSEMBLY................................6
INSPECTION.............................................................7
REGULATOR VALVE INSPECTION............................8
Changing Engine Oil....................................................8
Changing Oil Filter .......................................................9
Service Data and Specifications (SDS).....................10
OIL PRESSURE CHECK..........................................10
OIL PUMP INSPECTION..........................................10
REGULATOR VALVE INSPECTION..........................10
OIL CAPACITY........................................................10
ENGINE COOLING SYSTEM........................................ 11
Precautions ................................................................ 11
LIQUID GASKET APPLICATION PROCEDURE.......... 11
Preparation ................................................................ 11
SPECIAL SERVICE TOOLS...................................... 11
Cooling Circuit ...........................................................12
System Check............................................................12
CHECKING COOLING SYSTEM HOSES...................12
CHECKING RADIATOR............................................13
CHECKING RADIATOR CAP....................................13
CHECKING COOLING SYSTEM FOR LEAKS............13
Water Pump ...............................................................14
REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION...............................14
INSPECTION...........................................................14
Thermostat .................................................................15
REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION...............................15
INSPECTION...........................................................16
Radiator .....................................................................16
COMPONENTS.......................................................16
Cooling Fan ...............................................................17
COMPONENTS.......................................................17
CONTROL SYSTEM................................................18
Changing Engine Coolant..........................................18
- DRAINING ENGINE COOLANT -............................18
- REFILLING ENGINE COOLANT -...........................19
- FLUSHING COOLING SYSTEM -............................20
Radiator (Aluminum type) ..........................................21
PREPARATION.......................................................21
DISASSEMBLY........................................................21
ASSEMBLY.............................................................22
INSPECTION...........................................................23
Overheating Cause Analysis .....................................24
Service Data and Specifications (SDS).....................25
THERMOSTAT........................................................25
RADIATOR..............................................................25
COOLANT CAPACITY..............................................25
YD
ENGINE LUBRICATION SYSTEM................................26
Precautions ................................................................26
LIQUID GASKET APPLICATION PROCEDURE..........26
Preparation ................................................................26
SPECIAL SERVICE TOOLS......................................26
Lubrication Circuit ......................................................27
Oil Pressure Check....................................................28
Oil Pump ....................................................................28
REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION...............................28
DISASSEMBLY AND ASSEMBLY..............................29
OIL PUMP INSPECTION..........................................29
REGULATOR VALVE INSPECTION..........................30
Changing Engine Oil..................................................31
Oil Filter Bracket ........................................................32
REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION...............................32
Changing Oil Filter .....................................................32
REMOVAL...............................................................33
INSTALLATION........................................................33
Oil Cooler ...................................................................34
REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION...............................34
Service Data and Specifications (SDS).....................35
OIL PRESSURE CHECK..........................................35

REGULATOR VALVE INSPECTION..........................35
OIL PUMP INSPECTION..........................................35
ENGINE OIL CAPACITY...........................................35
ENGINE COOLING SYSTEM........................................36
Precautions ................................................................36
LIQUID GASKET APPLICATION PROCEDURE..........36
Preparation ................................................................36
SPECIAL SERVICE TOOLS......................................36
Cooling Circuit ...........................................................37
System Check............................................................38
CHECKING COOLING SYSTEM HOSES...................38
CHECKING RADIATOR............................................38
CHECKING RADIATOR CAP....................................38
CHECKING COOLING SYSTEM FOR LEAKS............39
Water Pump ...............................................................39
REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION...............................39
REMOVAL...............................................................40
INSPECTION...........................................................40
INSTALLATION........................................................40
Thermostat .................................................................41
REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION...............................41
INSPECTION...........................................................42
Radiator .....................................................................42
COMPONENTS.......................................................42
REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION...............................43
Cooling Fan ...............................................................43
COMPONENTS.......................................................43
CONTROL SYSTEM................................................43
Changing Engine Coolant..........................................44
- DRAINING ENGINE COOLANT -............................44
- REFILLING ENGINE COOLANT -...........................45
- FLUSHING COOLING SYSTEM -............................46
Radiator (Aluminum type) ..........................................47
Overheating Cause Analysis .....................................47
Service Data and Specifications (SDS).....................48
THERMOSTAT........................................................48
RADIATOR..............................................................48
ENGINE COOLANT CAPACITY................................48
CONTENTS(Cont'd)
LC-2

SEM164F
AEM080
Precautions
LIQUID GASKET APPLICATION PROCEDURENJLC00141. Use a scraper to remove all traces of old liquid gasket from
mating surfaces and grooves. Also, completely clean any oil
from these areas.
2. Apply a continuous bead of liquid gasket to mating surfaces.
(Use Genuine Liquid Gasket or equivalent.)
+For oil pan, be sure liquid gasket diameter is 3.5 to 4.5 mm
(0.138 to 0.177 in).
+For areas except oil pan, be sure liquid gasket diameter is 2.0
to 3.0 mm (0.079 to 0.118 in).
3. Apply liquid gasket around the inner side of bolt holes (unless
otherwise specified).
4. Assembly should be done within 5 minutes after coating.
5. Wait at least 30 minutes before refilling engine oil and engine
coolant.
Preparation
SPECIAL SERVICE TOOLSNJLC0015
Tool number
Tool nameDescription
EG17650301
Radiator cap tester
adapter
NT564
Adapting radiator cap tester to radiator filler neck
a: 28 (1.10) dia.
b: 31.4 (1.236) dia.
c: 41.3 (1.626) dia.
Unit: mm (in)
KV99103510
Radiator plate pliers A
NT224
Installing radiator upper and lower tanks
KV99103520
Radiator plate pliers B
NT225
Removing radiator upper and lower tanks
ENGINE COOLING SYSTEMQG
Precautions
LC-11

Cooling CircuitNJLC0016
SLC317B
System CheckNJLC0017WARNING:
Never remove the radiator cap when the engine is hot. Serious
burns could occur from high pressure fluid escaping from the
radiator.
Wrap a thick cloth around the cap. Slowly turn it a quarter turn
to allow built-up pressure to escape. Carefully remove the cap
by turning it all the way.
CHECKING COOLING SYSTEM HOSESNJLC0017S01Check hoses for the following:
+Improper attachment
+Leaks
+Cracks
+Damage
+Loose connections
+Chafing
+Deterioration
ENGINE COOLING SYSTEMQG
Cooling Circuit
LC-12