2001 NISSAN ALMERA change time

Both High- and Low-pressure Sides are Too High.NJHA0151S01
Gauge indication Refrigerant cycle Probable cause Corrective action
Both high and low-pressure sides
are too high.
AC359A
+Pressure is reduced soon
after water is splashed on
condenser.Excessive refrigerant charge
in refrigeration cycleReduce refrigerant until speci-
fied pressure is obtained.
Air suction by cooling fan is
insufficient.Insufficient condenser cooling
performance
¯
1. Condenser fins are
clogged.
2. Improper fan rotation of
cooling fan+Clean condenser.
+Check and repair cooling
fan as necessary.
+Low-pressure pipe is not
cold.
+When compressor is
stopped high-pressure
value quickly drops by
approximately 196 kPa
(2.0 bar, 2 kg/cm
2, 28 psi).
It then decreases gradually
thereafter.Poor heat exchange in con-
denser
(After compressor operation
stops, high pressure
decreases too slowly.)
¯
Air in refrigeration cycleEvacuate repeatedly and
recharge system.
Engine tends to overheat. Engine cooling systems mal-
function.Check and repair each
engine cooling system.
+An area of the low-pres-
sure pipe is colder than
areas near the evaporator
outlet.
+Plates are sometimes cov-
ered with frost.+Excessive liquid refrigerant
on low-pressure side
+Excessive refrigerant dis-
charge flow
+Expansion valve is open a
little compared with the
specification.
¯
1. Improper thermal valve
installation
2. Improper expansion valve
adjustmentReplace expansion valve.
High-pressure Side is Too High and Low-pressure Side is Too Low.NJHA0151S02
Gauge indication Refrigerant cycle Probable cause Corrective action
High-pressure side is too high and
low-pressure side is too low.
AC360A
Upper side of condenser and
high-pressure side are hot,
however, liquid tank is not so
hot.High-pressure tube or parts
located between compressor
and condenser are clogged
or crushed.+Check and repair or
replace malfunctioning
parts.
+Check lubricant for con-
tamination.
TROUBLE DIAGNOSES
Insufficient Cooling (Cont'd)
HA-73

SLC986AA
REGULATOR VALVE INSPECTIONNJLC00081. Visually inspect components for wear and damage.
2. Check oil pressure regulator valve sliding surface and valve
spring.
3. Coat regulator valve with engine oil.
Check that it falls smoothly into the valve hole by its own
weight.
If damaged, replace regulator valve set or front cover assem-
bly.
SLC101B
4. Check regulator valve to front cover clearance.
Clearance 6:
For Sedan
0.040 - 0.097 mm (0.0016 - 0.0038 in)
For Hatchback
0.052 - 0.088 mm (0.0020 - 0.0035 in)
If it exceeds the limit, replace front cover assembly.
SMA915C
Changing Engine OilNJLC0035WARNING:
+Be careful not to burn yourself, as the engine oil is hot.
+Prolonged and repeated contact with used engine oil may
cause skin cancer; try to avoid direct skin contact with
used oil. If skin contact is made, wash thoroughly with
soap or hand cleaner as soon as possible.
1. Warm up engine, and check for oil leakage from engine com-
ponents.
2. Stop engine and wait more than 10 minutes.
3. Remove drain plug and oil filler cap.
4. Drain oil and refill with new engine oil.
Oil specification and viscosity:
+API grade SG, SH or SJ
+ILSAC grade GF-I & GF-II
Refer to MA-16, ªRECOMMENDED FLUIDS AND LUBRI-
CANTSº.
Refill oil capacity (Approximate):
Unit:!(Imp qt)
With oil filter change 2.7 (2-3/8)
Without oil filter change 2.5 (2-1/4)
Dry engine (engine overhaul) 3.1 (2-3/4)
CAUTION:
+Be sure to clean drain plug and install with new washer.
Drain plug:
: 29 - 39 N´m (3.0 - 4.0 kg-m, 22 - 29 ft-lb)
+The refill capacity changes depending on the oil tempera-
ture and drain time, use these values as a reference and
be certain to check with the dipstick when changing the
oil.
ENGINE LUBRICATION SYSTEMQG
Oil Pump (Cont'd)
LC-8

SLC287B
JLC288B
Changing Engine OilNJLC0074WARNING:
+Be careful not to burn yourself, as the engine oil is hot.
+Prolonged and repeated contact with used engine oil may
cause skin cancer; try to avoid direct skin contact with
used oil. If skin contact is made, wash thoroughly with
soap or hand cleaner as soon as possible.
1. Warm up engine, and check for oil leakage from engine com-
ponents.
2. Stop engine and wait more than 10 minutes.
3. Remove drain plug and oil filler cap.
4. Drain oil and refill with new engine oil.
Oil Specification and Viscosity:
+API grade CF-4
Refer to MA-16, ªRECOMMENDED FLUIDS AND LUBRI-
CANTSº.
Refill oil capacity (Approximately):
Unit:!(Imp qt)
Drain and refillWithout oil filter
change4.9 (4-3/8)
With oil filter
change5.2 (4-5/8)
Dry engine (engine overhaul) 6.3 (5-1/2)
CAUTION:
+Be sure to clean drain plug and install with new washer.
Drain plug:
: 29 - 39 N´m (3.0 - 4.0 kg-m, 22 - 29 ft-lb)
+The refill capacity depends on the oil temperature and
drain time. Use these specifications for reference only.
Always use the dipstick to determine when the proper
amount of oil is in the engine.
5. Check oil level.
6. Start engine and check area around drain plug and oil filter for
oil leakage.
7. Run engine for a few minutes, then turn it off. After several
minutes, check oil level.
ENGINE LUBRICATION SYSTEMYD
Changing Engine Oil
LC-31

NJMA0004
General maintenance includes those items which should be checked during the normal day-to-day operation
of the vehicle. They are essential if the vehicle is to continue operating properly. The owners can perform the
checks and inspections themselves or they can have their NISSAN dealers do them for a nominal charge.
OUTSIDE THE VEHICLE
The maintenance items listed here should be performed from time to time, unless otherwise specified.
Item Reference page
TiresCheck the pressure with a gauge periodically when at a service station,
including the spare, and adjust to the specified pressure if necessary. Check
carefully for damage, cuts or excessive wear.Ð
Windshield wiper
bladesCheck for cracks or wear if not functioning correctly. Ð
Doors and engine
hoodCheck that all doors, the engine hood, the trunk lid and back door operate
properly. Also ensure that all latches lock securely. Lubricate if necessary.
Make sure that the secondary latch keeps the hood from opening when the
primary latch is released.
When driving in areas using road salt or other corrosive materials, check for
lubrication frequently.BT-7
BT-16
Tire rotationTires should be rotated every 10,000 km (6,000 miles). SU-7
INSIDE THE VEHICLE
The maintenance items listed here should be checked on a regular basis, such as when performing periodic maintenance, cleaning the
vehicle, etc.
Item Reference page
LampsMake sure that the headlamps, stop lamps, tail lamps, turn signal lamps,
and other lamps are all operating properly and installed securely. Also check
headlamp aim.Ð
Warning lamps and
chimesMake sure that all warning lamps and buzzers/chimes are operating prop-
erly.Ð
Steering wheelCheck that it has the specified play.
Check for changes in the steering conditions, such as excessive free play,
hard steering or strange noises.
Free play: Less than 35 mm (1.38 in)Ð
Seat beltsCheck that all parts of the seat belt system (e.g. buckles, anchors, adjusters
and retractors) operate properly and smoothly, and are installed securely.
Check the belt webbing for cuts, fraying, wear or damage.RS-4
UNDER THE HOOD AND VEHICLE
The maintenance items listed here should be checked periodically e.g. each time you check the engine oil or refuel.
Item Reference page
Windshield washer
fluidCheck that there is adequate fluid in the tank. Ð
Engine coolant levelCheck the coolant level when the engine is cold. LC-19, LC-45
Engine oil levelCheck the level after parking the vehicle (on level ground) and turning off
the engine.LC-8, LC-31
Brake and clutch
fluid levelsMake sure that the brake and clutch fluid levels are between the ªMAXº and
ªMINº lines on the reservoir.BR-8
BatteryCheck the fluid level in each cell. It should be between the ªMAXº and ªMINº
lines.Ð
GENERAL MAINTENANCE
MA-3

SMT742D
b. Install outer race onto differential side bearing on final gear
side. Holding lightly the outer race horizontally by hand, rotate
final gear five times or more (for smooth movement of bearing
roller).
c. Using dial gauge and scale as shown in the figure, measure
dimension ªN2º between differential side bearing outer race
and transaxle case end face.
SMT738DB
4. Install selected shim and bearing outer race.
SMT600-F
5. Measure turning torque of final drive assembly.
Turning torque of final drive assembly
(New bearing):
2.9 - 6.9 N´m (30 - 70 kg-cm, 26 - 61 in-lb)
+When old bearing is used again, turning torque will be
slightly less than the above.
+Make sure torque is close to the specified range.
+Changes in turning torque of final drive assembly per
revolution should be within 1.0 N´m (10 kg-cm, 8.7 in-lb)
without binding.
SMT743D
6. Calculate dimension ªOº (thickness of adjusting shim) using
the following procedure to satisfy specification of end play for
input shaft rear bearing.
End play: 0 - 0.06 mm (0 - 0.0024 in)
Dimension ªOº = (O1 ± O2) + End play
O: Thickness of adjusting shim
O1: Distance between transaxle case end face and
mounting face of adjusting shim
O2: Distance between clutch housing case end
face and end face of input shaft rear bearing
Input shaft rear bearing adjusting shims:
Refer to SDS, MT-127.
ASSEMBLYRS5F70A
Transaxle Case (Cont'd)
MT-87

HOW TO CHANGE SELF-DIAGNOSIS MODE WITH CONSULT-II=NJRS0043S03From User Mode to Diagnosis ModeNJRS0043S0301After selecting ªAIR BAGº on the ªSELECT SYSTEMº screen, User mode automatically changes to Diagno-
sis mode.
SRS803
From Diagnosis Mode to User ModeNJRS0043S0302To return to User mode from Diagnosis mode, touch ªBACKº key of CONSULT-II until ªSELECT SYSTEMº
appears, Diagnosis mode automatically changes to User mode.
SRS804
HOW TO CHANGE SELF-DIAGNOSIS MODE WITHOUT CONSULT-IINJRS0043S04From User Mode to Diagnosis ModeNJRS0043S0401When a malfunction is detected, activate the Diagnosis mode by turning the ignition switch as follows:
1) Turn ignition switch ªONº.
2) After ªAIR BAGº warning lamp lights for 7 seconds, turn ignition switch ªOFFº within 1 second.
3) Wait more than 3 seconds.
4) Repeat steps 1 to 3 three times.
5) Turn ignition switch ªONº.
SRS will not enter Diagnosis mode if no malfunction is detected.
From Diagnosis Mode to User ModeNJRS0043S0402After a malfunction is repaired, switch the ignition ªOFFº for at least one second, then back ªONº. Diagnosis
mode is returned to User mode.
When a malfunction is detected, switch from Diagnosis mode to User mode by turning the ignition switch as
follows:
1) Turn ignition switch ªONº.
2) After ªAIR BAGº warning lamp lights for 7 seconds, turn ignition switch ªOFFº within 1 second.
3) Wait more than 3 seconds.
4) Repeat steps 1 to 3 three times.
5) Turn ignition switch ªONº.
HOW TO ERASE SELF-DIAGNOSIS RESULTSNJRS0043S05With CONSULT-IINJRS0043S0501+ªSELF-DIAG [CURRENT]º
A current Self-diagnosis result is displayed on the CONSULT-II screen in real time.
SUPPLEMENTAL RESTRAINT SYSTEM (SRS)
Trouble Diagnoses Introduction (Cont'd)
RS-49