2001 NISSAN ALMERA TINO steering

1. Drain the cooling system. Refer to LC-19 (QG), LC-38 (SR),
LC-59 (YD),“Changing Engine Coolant”.
2. Discharge the A/C system. Refer to HA-85.
3. Disconnect the two heater hoses from inside the engine com-
partment.
4. Remove the blower unit. Refer to HA-97.
5. Remove the steering member assembly. Refer to BT-22,
“Instrument Panel Assembly”.
6. Remove the heater unit.
7. Separate the heater & cooling unit case, and remove the
heater core.
INSTALLATIONNLHA0194Install in the reverse order of removal.
When filling radiator with coolant, refer to LC-20 (QG), LC-38
(SR), LC-60 (YD),“Refilling Engine Coolant”.
Recharge the A/C system. Refer to HA-85.
RHA673H
A/C Evaporator
REMOVALNLHA02041. Discharge the A/C system. Refer to HA-85.
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 and
instrument lower cover. Refer to BT-22.
RHA674H
5. Remove the five screws fixed heater & cooling unit lower
cover.
6. Slide the A/C evaporator to rear side.
7. Slide the heater & cooling unit lower cover to rear side and
then remove it.
8. Slide the A/C evaporator to the front side and then remove the
A/C evaporator.
INSTALLATIONNLHA0205Install in the reverse order of removal.
Recharge the A/C system. Refer to HA-85.
SERVICE PROCEDURE
Heater & Cooling Unit (Heater Core) (Cont’d)
HA-96

N
NATS (Nissan Anti-theft System)
precautions ................................................... GI-3
NATS (Nissan Anti-theft System) ............ EL-334
NATS - Wiring diagram ............................ EL-338
NVH troubleshooting (AX) ........................... AX-3
NVH troubleshooting (BR) .......................... BR-6
NVH troubleshooting (MT) .......................... MT-9
NVH troubleshooting (ST) ........................... ST-5
NVH troubleshooting (SU) ........................ SU-17
NVH troubleshooting CL ............................. CL-4
NVIS (Nissan vehicle immobiliser sys-
tem) precautions ....................................... GI-3
Neutral position switch . EC-402, 490, 931, 1016
O
Oil pan (engine) ......................... EM-20, 91, 170
Oil pressure (engine) ...................... LC-5, 25, 44
Oil pump (engine) ........................... LC-5, 25, 44
Oil pump regulator valve (engine) .. LC-7, 27, 46
Oil seal replacement (engine) .......... EM-31, 105
On board diagnostic system ... EC-59, 583, 1096
Operating cylinder (clutch) ........................ CL-14
P
PCV (positive crankcase ventilation) ....... EC-42,
576, 1082
PGC/V - Wiring diagram . EC-334, 460, 854, 988
PNP/SW - Wiring diagram ..... EC-404, 491, 933,
1017, 1297
POWER - Wiring diagram ................... EL-14, 24
PST/SW - Wiring diagram ............ EC-524, 1040
Park/Neutral position switch .. EC-402, 490, 931,
1016, 1297
Park/neutral position switch (A/T) .............. AT-66
Park/neutral position switch (M/T) ............ MT-16
Parking brake control ................................ BR-40
Parking lamp .............................................. EL-87
Piston assembly ....................... EM-60, 142, 236
Piston pin inspection ................ EM-54, 134, 226
Piston ring inspection ............... EM-54, 135, 226
Piston to bore clearance .......... EM-56, 137, 228
Power antenna ........................................ EL-233
Power door lock ....................................... EL-257
Power door mirror .................................... EL-241
Power steering fluid level ............................ ST-7
Power steering gear .................................. ST-15
Power steering hydraulic pressure .............. ST-9
Power steering oil pressure switch ........ EC-523,
1039
Power steering oil pump ..................... ST-21, 22
Power steering system bleeding ................. ST-8
Power supply routing ................................... EL-9Power transistor ............................ EC-907, 1010
Power window ......................................... EL-245
Precautions (General) .................................. GI-4
Pressure plate - See Clutch cover ............ CL-22
Pressure test (A/T) ..................................... AT-52
Priming pump .............................. EC-1094,1111
Q
Quick-glow system ................................ EC-1267
R
RR02 - Wiring diagram .. EC-230, 240, 249, 258,
427, 755, 764, 773, 781, 957
RR02/H - Wiring diagram .............. EC-265, 434,
788, 964
Radiator fan - See Cooling fan ................. LC-37
Radiator ......................................... LC-17, 37, 58
Radio - See Audio ................................... EL-208
Rear air spoiler .......................................... BT-38
Rear axle (disc brake type) ....................... AX-23
Rear axle ................................................... AX-21
Rear bumper .............................................. BT-10
Rear combination lamp removal and
installation .............................................. BT-38
Rear disc brake .................................. BR-28, 36
Rear door ................................................... BT-13
Rear heated oxygen sensor (HO2S)
heater .......................... EC-263, 433, 786, 963
Rear heated oxygen sensor (HO2S) ..... EC-227,
237, 246, 256, 426, 752, 761, 770, 779, 956
Rear seat belt ............................................. RS-7
Rear seat ................................................... BT-49
Rear suspension ....................................... SU-17
Rear window defogger ............................ EL-198
Rear window .............................................. BT-59
Refrigerant connection precaution .............. HA-3
Refrigerant general precaution ................... HA-2
Refrigerant lines ........................................ HA-98
Refrigeration cycle .................................... HA-12
Release bearing (clutch) ..................... CL-17, 20
Removal and installation (A/T) ................ AT-206
Resistor ......................................... EC-908, 1011
Reverse idler shaft (M/T) .................... MT-24, 63
Reverse lamp switch (M/T) - See
Back-up lamp switch (M/T) ................... MT-16
Reverse main gear (M/T) .................... MT-25, 63
Revolution sensor (A/T) ....................... AT-83, 89
Road wheel size ......................................... GI-41
Roof trim .................................................... BT-35
Room lamp - See Interior lamp ............... EL-116
ALPHABETICAL INDEX
IDX-6

S
S/LOCK - Wiring diagram ................ EL-260, 286
S/SIG - Wiring diagram ................. EC-512, 1028
SAE J1930 terminology list ........................ GI-48
SHIFT - Wiring diagram ........................... AT-196
SROOF - Wiring diagram ........................ EL-238
SRS - See Supplemental Restraint
System ................................................... RS-16
START - Wiring diagram ........................... SC-14
STOP/L - Wiring diagram .......................... EL-91
SWL/V - Wiring diagram ................. EC-366, 481
Seal - See Exterior .................................... BT-38
Seat belt pre-tensioner disposal ............... RS-30
Seat belt pre-tensioner ............................... RS-3
Seat belt, front ............................................ RS-5
Seat belt, rear ............................................. RS-7
Seat, front .................................................. BT-46
Seat, rear ................................................... BT-49
Self-diagnostic results ............ EC-73, 598, 1098
Shift control components (M/T) .......... MT-26, 64
Shift fork (M/T) .................................... MT-26, 64
Shift lever .................................................. MT-23
Shift lock system ...................................... AT-195
Shock absorber (front) .............................. SU-11
Shock absorber (rear) ............................... SU-23
Side air bag ............................................... RS-28
Side trim .................................................... BT-28
Speedometer ........................................... EL-130
Spiral cable ............................................... RS-24
Spring (Wheelarch) height .......................... SU-6
Stabilizer bar (front) .................................. SU-12
Stall test (A/T) ............................................ AT-51
Standardized relay ....................................... EL-7
Start signal .......................... EC-511, 1027, 1293
Starter ....................................................... SC-17
Starting system ......................................... SC-13
Steering linkage ......................................... ST-15
Steering switch .......................................... EL-67
Steering wheel and column ....................... ST-10
Steering wheel play ..................................... ST-6
Steering wheel turning force ....................... ST-8
Stop lamp .................................................. EL-91
Striking rod (M/T) ................................ MT-26, 64
Strut (front) ................................................ SU-10
Strut (rear) ................................................. SU-22
Sub-gear (M/T) .......................................... MT-25
Sunroof, electric ....................................... EL-238
Sunroof ...................................................... BT-51
Super lock ................................................ EL-281
Supplemental Restraint System ............... RS-16
Swirl control valve control solenoid
valve .................................. EC-366, 481, 1285
Symbols and abbreviations .......................... GI-9
Symptom matrix chart ........... EC-124, 648, 1116
Synchronizer (M/T) ............................. MT-25, 63
System readiness test (SRT) code ... EC-62, 586
T
TCM circuit diagram ................................... AT-13
TCM inspection table ................................. AT-58
TP/SW - Wiring diagram ................. EC-354, 874
TPS - Wiring diagram ..................... EC-178, 703
TURN - Wiring diagram ........................... EL-102
Tachometer .............................................. EL-130
Tail lamp .................................................... EL-87
Thermostat .................................... LC-15, 35, 57
Three way catalyst precautions ................... GI-6
Three way catalyst .......................... EC-327, 848
Throttle position sensor (TPS) ........ EC-175, 700
Throttle position sensor adjustment .. EC-99, 623
Throttle position switch ................... AT-111, 145,
EC-352, 872
Throwout bearing - See Clutch release
bearing ............................................. CL-17, 20
Tie-rod ball joints ....................................... ST-18
Tie-rod ........................................................ ST-15
Tightening torque of standard bolts ........... GI-47
Timing belt .......................................... EM-22, 96
Timing chain ........................................... EM-175
Tire size ...................................................... GI-41
Torque converter installation .................... AT-207
Tow truck towing ........................................ GI-45
Transmission case (M/T) .................... MT-24, 62
Tread-FR&RR (Dimensions) ...................... GI-41
Trim ............................................................ BT-28
Trouble diagnoses ...................................... GI-31
Trunk lid finisher ........................................ BT-31
Trunk lid opener - See Trunk lid ................ BT-10
Trunk lid trim .............................................. BT-31
Trunk lid ..................................................... BT-10
Trunk room trim ......................................... BT-31
Turn signal lamp ...................................... EL-101
Two trip detection logic ..................... EC-59, 583
Two-pole lift ................................................ GI-44
U
Under body ................................................ BT-68
V
VSS - Wiring diagram ........... EC-340, 860, 1172
Vacuum hose (brake system) ................... BR-18
Vacuum hose drawing (Engine control) ... EC-33,
567, 1077
Vacuum pump ........................................... BR-20
Valve clearance ................................ EM-42, 214
Valve guide ............................... EM-38, 116, 205
Valve lifter ................................................. EM-41
Valve seat ................................. EM-40, 117, 207
Valve spring .............................. EM-41, 119, 209
ALPHABETICAL INDEX
IDX-7

NLMA0036
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 — 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

NLMA0004
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.—
Windshield wiper
bladesCheck for cracks or wear if not functioning correctly. —
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-13
Tire rotationTires should be rotated every 10,000 km (6,000 miles). SU-8
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.—
Warning lamps and
chimesMake sure that all warning lamps and buzzers/chimes are operating prop-
erly.—
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)—
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-3
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. —
Engine coolant levelCheck the coolant level when the engine is cold. LC-19, LC-59
Engine oil levelCheck the level after parking the vehicle (on level ground) and turning off
the engine.LC-8, LC-28
Brake and clutch
fluid levelsMake sure that the brake and clutch fluid levels are between the “MAX” and
“MIN” lines on the reservoir.BR-7
BatteryCheck the fluid level in each cell. It should be between the “MAX” and “MIN”
lines.—
GENERAL MAINTENANCE
MA-3

Chassis and Body Maintenance=NLMA0046S03Abbreviations: I = Inspect and correct or replace as necessary, R = Replace, A = Adjust, L = Lubricate
MAINTENANCE OPERATIONMAINTENANCE INTERVAL
Reference
page Perform either at number of kilometers
(miles) or months, whichever comes
first.km×1,000 1 10 20 30 40 50 60 70 80
(mile×1,000) (0.6) (6) (12) (18) (24) (30) (36) (42) (48)
Months—6 12182430364248
Underhood and under vehicle
Brake & clutch fluid (For level &
leaks)
IIIIIIIIBR-7
Brake fluid
R R BR-7
Brake booster vacuum hoses, connec-
tions & check valveI I BR-16
Power steering fluid & lines (For level
& leaks)I*1 I I*1 I I*1 I I*1 I ST-7
Brake, clutch & exhaust systemsIIIIIIIIBR-7,
CL-5,
FE-13,
FE-15,
FE-23
H·CVT fluid (For level and leaks)IIIIIIII AT-10
H·CVT fluid
R R AT-11
Manual transaxle gear oil (For level &
leaks)I*1 I I*1 I I*1 I I*1 IMT-10,
MT-11
Steering gear & linkage, axle & sus-
pension parts & drive shafts
I*2IIIIST-7,
SU-5,
SU-18
Outside and inside
Wheel alignment (if necessary, rotate
& balance wheels)IIIISU-15,
SU-27
Brake pads, rotors & other brake com-
ponents
IIIIIIIIBR-24,
BR-28
Lock, hinges & hoods latch
L*1 L L*1 L L*1 L L*1 LBT-7,
BT-13
Seat belts, buckles, retractors,
anchors & adjusterIIIIRS-3
Foot brake, parking brake & clutch
(For free play, stroke & operation)I*1 I I*1 I I*1 I I*1 IBR-11,
BR-40,
CL-5
Ventilation air filter
Replace every 12,000 km (7,500 miles) or 12 months HA-103
Supplemental air bag systems See NOTE (1) RS-16
NISSAN Mobility System See NOTE (2)IIIII—
NOTE:
(1) Inspect at the first 10 years, and then every 2 years.
Maintenance item with“
”should be performed more frequently according to“Maintenance Under Severe Driving Condi-
tions”.
(2) Check expiration date of the tyre sealant bottle. Replace if necessary.
*1: Models except for Australia
*2: Models without three way catalyst
PERIODIC MAINTENANCE (EXCEPT FOR EUROPE)
Chassis and Body Maintenance
MA-7

Maintenance Under Severe Driving Conditions=NLMA0046S04The maintenance intervals shown on the preceding pages are for normal operating conditions. If the vehicle
is mainly operated under severe driving conditions as shown below, more frequent maintenance must be per-
formed on the following items as shown in the table.
SEVERE DRIVING CONDITIONSNLMA0046S0401A—Driving under dusty conditions
B—Driving repeatedly short distances
C—Towing a trailer or caravan
D—Extensive idling
E—Driving in extremely adverse weather conditions or in areas where ambient temperatures are either
extremely low or extremely high
F—Driving in high humidity areas or in mountainous areas
G—Driving in areas using salt or other corrosive materials
H—Driving on rough and/or muddy roads or in the desert
I—Driving with frequent use of braking or in mountainous areas
Driving condition Maintenance itemMaintenance
operationMaintenance
intervalRefer-
ence
page
A........Aircleaner filter Viscous paper type Replace More frequentlyEM-18,
EM-88,
EM-169
ABCD.....Engine oil & oil filter (QG18DE/SR20DE
engine)ReplaceEvery 5,000 km
(3,000 miles) or 3
monthsLC-8,
LC-28,
LC-9,
LC-28
ABCD.....Engine oil (YD22DDTi engine)
ReplaceMore frequently LC-47
Engine oil filter (YD22DDTi engine)Every 7,500 km
(4,500 miles) or 6
monthsLC-48
A...E....Fuel filter (YD22DDTi engine) ReplaceEvery 20,000 km
(12,000 miles) or
12 monthsFE-15
.....F...Brake fluid ReplaceEvery 20,000 km
(12,000 miles) or
12 monthsBR-7
..C....H.H·CVT fluid ReplaceEvery 20,000 km
(12,000 miles) or
12 monthsAT-11
......GH.Steering gear & linkage, axle & suspen-
sion parts & drive shaftsCheckEvery 10,000 km
(6,000 miles) or 6
monthsST-7,
SU-5,
SU-18
A.C...GHIBrake pads, rotors & other brake com-
ponentsCheckEvery 5,000 km
(3,000 miles) or 3
monthsBR-24,
BR-28
......G..Lock, hinges & hood latch LubricateEvery 5,000 km
(3,000 miles) or 3
monthsBT-7,
BT-13
A........Ventilation air filter Replace More frequently HA-103
PERIODIC MAINTENANCE (EXCEPT FOR EUROPE)
Maintenance Under Severe Driving Conditions
MA-8

CHASSIS AND BODY MAINTENANCE=NLMA0043S0102Abbreviations: R = Replace I = Inspect: Correct or replace if necessary [ ] = At the specified mileage only
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-72
Wheel alignment (if necessary, bal-
ance & rotate wheels)IIIIIIIISU-15/
SU-27
Brake pads, rotors & other brake
components
IIIIIIIIBR-24/
BR-28
Foot brake, parking brake & clutch
(for free play, stroke & operation)IIIIIIIIBR-11/
BR-40/
CL-5
Brake booster vacuum hoses,
connections, check valveIIIIBR-16
Brake & clutch, systems and fluid (for
level and leaks)IIIIIIIIBR-7
Brake fluid
RRRRBR-7
Power steering fluid and lines (for
level and leaks)IIIIIIIIST-7
Supplemental air bag systems See NOTE (1) RS-16
Ventilation air filter
RRRRHA-103
Manual transaxle gear oil (check for
leakage. Use genuine NISSAN XZ
gear oil or exact equivalent)IIIIIIIIMT-10
MT-11
CVT fluid [for level and leaks or
replace. Use genuine NISSAN CVT
fluid (NS-1) or exact equivalent]
I I I [R] I I I [R] AT-10
Steering gear & linkage, axle & sus-
pension parts, drive shafts, exhaust
system
IIIIST-7/
SU-5/
SU-18/
FE-13/
FE-15/
FE-23
NISSAN Mobility System See NOTE (2)IIIIIII—
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.

Maintenance items with“
”should be performed more frequently according to“Maintenance Under Severe Driving Con-
ditions”.
PERIODIC MAINTENANCE
Maintenance Schedule for Petrol Engines (Annual Mileage < 30,000 km/year) (Cont’d)
MA-10