2001 NISSAN ALMERA power steering fluid

8 CHECK VACUUM HOSES AND TUBES
1. Disconnect vacuum hoses between the air control valve (Power steering) and vacuum port, air control valve (Power
steering) and air duct.
2. Check hoses and tubes for cracks, clogging, improper connection or disconnection.
SEF109L
OK or NG
OK©GO TO 9.
NG©Repair hoses or tubes.
9 CHECK IACV-AAC VALVE
Refer to ªComponent Inspectionº, EC-519.
OK or NG
OK©GO TO 11.
NG©GO TO 10.
10 REPLACE IACV-AAC VALVE
1. Replace IACV-AAC valve assembly.
2. Perform ªIdle Air Volume Learningº, EC-57.
Is the result CMPLT or INCMP?
CMPLT or INCMP
CMPLT©INSPECTION END
INCMP©Follow the construction of ªIdle Air Volume Learningº.
11 CHECK TARGET IDLE SPEED
1. Turn ignition switch ªOFFº.
2. Reconnect all harness connectors and vacuum hose.
3. Start engine and warm it up to normal operating temperature.
4. Also warm up transmission to normal operating temperature.
+For A/T models with CONSULT-II, drive vehicle until ªFLUID TEMP SEº in ªDATA MONITORº mode of ªA/Tº system indi-
cates less than 0.9V.
+For A/T models without CONSULT-II and M/T models, drive vehicle for 10 minutes.
5. Stop vehicle with engine running.
6. Check target idle speed.
M/T: 700±50 rpm
A/T: 800±50 rpm (in ªPº or ªNº position)
OK or NG
OK©GO TO 12.
NG©Perform ªIdle Air Volume Learningº, EC-57.
IDLE AIR CONTROL VALVE (IACV) Ð AUXILIARY AIR CONTROL
(AAC) VALVE
QG
Diagnostic Procedure (Cont'd)
EC-518

JEF351Y
2. Disconnect the fuel hoses from the fuel injection pump.
3. Disconnect the harness connector from the fuel injection
pump.
+Disconnect the connector by pulling the connector stopper
fully.
+When the stopper is fully pulled, the connector will be discon-
nected together. For installation, push the connector half way
first, then press the stopper until it locks, so that the connec-
tor is connected together.
4. Remove the fuel injection pump rear bracket.
JEF352Y
5. Remove the front chain case.
+Move the power steering fluid reservoir tank from the bracket.
+Loosen and remove the mounting bolts in the reverse order of
the numbers shown in the figure.
+As for bolts 6, 10, and 11, remove with rubber washer because
there is not enough space for removing only the bolts.
CAUTION:
To prevent foreign objects from getting in the engine, cover
the opening during the removal of the front chain case.
JEF353Y
6. Adjust the No. 1 cylinder to the top dead center position.
+Turn the crankshaft pulley clockwise, then align the alignment
mark (punched mark) of the camshaft sprocket to the position
shown in the figure.
+There is no indicator on the crankshaft pulley.
+It is not necessary to mark the secondary timing chain for
removal because it can be matched by the link color for instal-
lation. However, the alignment mark on the fuel injection pump
sprocket is difficult to see; mark it if necessary.
JEF354Y
7. Remove the chain tensioner.
a. Push the plunger of the chain tensioner, then fix it with a tool
such as a push pin.
JEF355Y
b. Using the hexagon wrench (face to face: 5 mm) (SST), remove
the mounting bolts, then remove the chain tensioner.
+A multi-purpose tool may also be used.
BASIC SERVICE PROCEDUREYD
Electronic Control Fuel Injection Pump (Cont'd)
EC-619

JEM121G
3. Remove front chain case.
+Move power steering fluid reservoir tank from the bracket.
+Loosen fixing bolts in the reverse order of that shown in the
figure and remove them.
+Remove No. 6, 10, and 11 bolts with the rubber washer as
space is limited for pulling them out.
SEM514G
CAUTION:
+While front chain case is removed, cover openings to pre-
vent entry of foreign material into engine.
+Do not remove two mass dampers on the back of cover.
SEM515G
4. Set the No. 1 piston to TDC on its compression stroke.
+Turn crankshaft pulley clockwise so that the alignment mark
(punched mark) on each camshaft sprocket is positioned as
shown in the figure.
+No position indicator is provided on the crankshaft pulley.
+When installing, color coded links on the secondary tim-
ing chain can be used as alignment marks. Marking may
not be necessary for removal; however, make alignment
marks as required because the alignment mark on fuel
injection pump sprocket may not be easy to see.
JEM124G
5. Remove chain tensioner.
a. Push the plunger of chain tensioner and keep it pressed with
a push pin.
JEM125G
b. Using a hexagon-head wrench (face to face: 5 mm, SST),
remove bolts to remove chain tensioner.
TIMING CHAINYD
Secondary Timing Chain (Cont'd)
EM-95

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.
SEM666G
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

+SERVICE DATA AND SPECIFICATIONSare contained at the end of each section for quick reference of
data.
+The followingSYMBOLS AND ABBREVIATIONSare used:
SYMBOL ABBREVIATION SYMBOL ABBREVIATION
Tightening torque
2WD2-Wheel Drive
Should be lubricated with grease. Unless oth-
erwise indicated, use recommended multi-pur-
pose grease.A/CAir Conditioner
Should be lubricated with oil. P/S Power Steering
Sealing point SST Special Service Tools
Checking point SAE Society of Automotive Engineers, Inc.
Always replace after every disassembly. ATF Automatic Transmission Fluid
jP
Apply petroleum jelly.
D1Drive range 1st gear
Apply ATF. D2Drive range 2nd gear
HSelect with proper thickness. D
3Drive range 3rd gear
IAdjustment is required. D
4Drive range 4th gear
SDS Service Data and Specifications OD Overdrive
LH, RH Left-Hand, Right-Hand 2
22nd range 2nd gear
FR, RR Front, Rear 2
12nd range 1st gear
M/T Manual Transaxle/Transmission 1
21st range 2nd gear
A/T Automatic Transaxle/Transmission 1
11st range 1st gear
HOW TO USE THIS MANUAL
GI-10

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

NJMA0036
Shown below are Pre-delivery Inspection Items required for the new vehicle. It is recommended that
necessary items other than those listed here be added, paying due regard to the conditions in each
country.
Perform applicable items on each model. Consult text of this section for specifications.
UNDER HOOD Ð engine off
Radiator coolant level and coolant hose connections for leaks
Battery fluid level, specific gravity and conditions of battery terminals
Drive belts tension
Fuel filter for water or dusts (Diesel only), and fuel lines and connections for leaks
Engine oil level and oil leaks
Clutch and brake reservoir fluid level and fluid lines for leaks
Windshield and rear window washer and headlamp cleaner reservoir fluid level
Power steering reservoir fluid level and hose connections for leaks
ON INSIDE AND OUTSIDE
Remove front spring/strut spacer (If applicable)
Operation of all instruments, gauges, lights and accessories
Operation of horn(s), wiper and washer
Steering lock for operation
Check air conditioner for gas leaks
Front and rear seats, and seat belts for operation
All moldings, trims and fittings for fit and alignment
All windows for operation and alignment
Hood, trunk lid, door panels for fit and alignment
Latches, keys and locks for operation
Weatherstrips for adhesion and fit
Headlamp aiming
Tighten wheel nuts (Inc. inner nuts if applicable)
Tire pressure (Inc. spare tire)
Check front wheels for toe-in
Install clock/voltmeter/room lamp fuse (If applicable)
Install deodorizing filter to air conditioner (If applicable)
Remove wiper blade protectors (If applicable)
UNDER BODY
Manual transmission/transaxle, transfer and differential gear oil level
Brake and fuel lines and oil/fluid reservoirs for leaks
Tighten bolts and nuts of steering linkage and gear box, suspension, propeller shafts and drive shafts
Tighten rear body bolts and nuts (Models with wooden bed only)
ROAD TEST
Clutch operation
Parking brake operation
Service brake operation
Automatic transmission/transaxle shift timing and kickdown
Steering control and returnability
Engine performance
Squeaks and rattles
ENGINE OPERATING AND HOT
Adjust idle speed
Automatic transmission/transaxle fluid level
Engine idling and stop knob operation (Diesel only)
FINAL INSPECTION
Install necessary parts (outside mirror, wheel covers, seat belts, mat, carpet or mud flaps)
Inspect for interior and exterior metal and paint damage
Check for spare tire, jack, tools (wheel chock), and literature
Wash, clean interior and exterior
: Not applicable to this model
PRE-DELIVERY INSPECTION ITEMS
MA-2

CHASSIS AND BODY MAINTENANCE=NJMA0043S0102Abbreviations: R = Replace I = Inspect: Correct or replace if necessary
MAINTENANCE OPERATIONMAINTENANCE INTERVAL
Refer-
ence
pages Perform on a kilometer basis, but on
an annual basis when driving less than
15,000 km (9,000 miles) in a year.km x 1,000
(miles x 1,000)
Months15
(9)
1230
(18)
2445
(27)
3660
(36)
4875
(45)
6090
(54)
72105
(63)
84120
(72)
96
Underhood and under vehicle
Headlamp aimingIIIIIIIIEL-65
Wheel alignment (if necessary, balance
& rotate wheels)IIIIIIIISU-6/
SU-18
Brake pads, rotors & other brake com-
ponentsHIIIIIIIIBR-27/
BR-28
Foot brake, parking brake & clutch (for
free play, stroke & operation)IIIIIIIIBR-12/
BR-48/
CL-9
Brake booster vacuum hoses,
connections, check valveIIIIBR-21
Brake & clutch, systems and fluid (for
level and leaks)IIIIIIIIBR-8
Brake fluidHRRRRBR-8
Power steering fluid and lines (for level
and leaks)IIIIIIIIST-7
Supplemental air bag systems See NOTE (1) RS-25
Ventilation air filterHRRRRHA-96
Manual transaxle gear oil (check for
leakage. Use genuine NISSAN XZ
gear oil or exact equivalent)IIIIIIIIMT-14
MT-15
Automatic transaxle fluid (for level and
leaks)HIIIIIIIIAT-80
Steering gear & linkage, axle & sus-
pension parts, drive shafts, exhaust
systemHIIIIST-7/
SU-6/
SU-18/
FE-15
Body corrosion See NOTE (3) BT-6
NOTE:
(1) Inspect after 10 years, then every 2 years.
(2) Check expiration date of the tyre sealant bottle. Replace if necessary.
(3) Inspect once per year.
HMaintenance items with ªHº should be performed more frequently according to ªMaintenance Under Severe Driving Con-
ditionsº.
PERIODIC MAINTENANCE (FOR EUROPE)
Maintenance Schedule for Petrol Engines (Annual Mileage < 30,000 km/year) (Cont'd)
MA-5