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NMA039
Changing Engine OilNLLC0125WARNING:
+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.
3. Remove drain plug and oil filler cap.
4. Drain oil and refill with new engine oil.
Oil grade: API SH or ACEA grade A1-98, A3-98
Viscosity: See ªRECOMMENDED FLUIDS AND
LUBRICANTSº, MA-20.
Refill oil capacity (Approximate):
Unit:!(Imp pts)
Drain and refill
With oil filter change 3.7 (6-1/2)
Without oil filter change 3.5 (6-1/8)
Dry engine (engine overhaul) 3.9 (6-7/8)
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 oil capacity depends on oil temperature and
drain time. Use these specifications as a reference only.
Always use the dipstick to determine when the proper
amount of oil is in the engine.
NDI021
5. Start engine and check area around drain plug and oil filter oil
leakage.
6. Run engine for a few minutes, then turn it off. After several
minutes, check oil level.
NMA041
Changing Engine Oil FilterNLLC01261. Remove oil filter with Tool.
WARNING:
Be careful not to burn yourself, as the engine and the engine
oil are hot.
ENGINE LUBRICATION SYSTEMSR
Changing Engine Oil
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SMA010
2. Clean the oil filter mounting surface on cylinder block. Coat the
rubber seal of the new oil filter with engine oil.
SMA229B
3. Screw in the oil filter until a slight resistance is felt, then tighten
an additional 2/3 turn.
4. Add engine oil.
+Clean excess oil from engine.
SLC972A
Oil FilterNLLC0121The oil filter is a small, full-flow cartridge type and is provided with
a relief valve.
+Use Tool KV10115801 for removing oil filter.
Oil Cooler
REMOVAL AND INSTALLATIONNLLC0123
NLC047
ENGINE LUBRICATION SYSTEMSR
Changing Engine Oil Filter (Cont'd)
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1. Drain engine oil and coolant.
2. Remove oil cooler.
3. Installation is in reverse order of removal.
+Be careful not to burn yourself as engine oil is hot.
+After installation, run engine for a few minutes and check
for oil leaks.
+Do not spill coolant on drive belts.
INSPECTIONNLLC01241. Check oil cooler for cracks.
2. Check oil cooler for clogging by blowing through coolant inlet.
If necessary, replace oil cooler assembly.
Service Data and Specifications (SDS)
OIL PRESSURE CHECKNLLC0094
Engine speed
rpmApproximate discharge pressure
kPa (bar, kg/cm2, psi)
Idle speed More than 78 (0.78, 0.80, 11)
3,200 314 - 392 (3.2 - 4.0, 46 - 57)
REGULATOR VALVE INSPECTIONNLLC0096Unit: mm (in)
Regulator valve to oil pump cover clearance 0.040 - 0.097 (0.0016 - 0.0038)
OIL PUMP INSPECTIONNLLC0095Unit: mm (in)
Body to outer rotor radial clearance 0.114 - 0.200 (0.0045 - 0.0079)
Inner gear to outer gear tip clearance Below 0.18 (0.0071)
Body to inner gear clearance 0.05 - 0.09 (0.0020 - 0.0035)
Body to outer gear axial clearance 0.05 - 0.11 (0.0020 - 0.0043)
Inner gear to brazed portion of housing clearance 0.045 - 0.091 (0.0018 - 0.0036)
OIL CAPACITYNLLC0097Unit:!(Imp qt)
With oil filter change3.7 (3-1/4)
Without oil filter change3.5 (3-1/8)
Dry engine (engine overhaul)3.9 (3-3/8)
ENGINE LUBRICATION SYSTEMSR
Oil Cooler (Cont'd)
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SLC287B
JLC288B
Changing Engine OilNLLC0074WARNING:
+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
+ACEA grade B1-98, B3-98
Refer to MA-20, 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.
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Changing Engine Oil
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Oil Filter BracketNLLC0075
JLC301B
REMOVAL AND INSTALLATIONNLLC0075S011. Remove the undercover.
2. Steer the front wheel to the right.
3. Remove the right splash cover.
4. Remove the oil filter bracket bolt.
5. Reinstall all removed parts in the reverse order of removal.
+Insert the top mounting bolt to the oil filter bracket beforehand,
and set the oil filter bracket to the installation location.
JLC289B
Changing Oil FilterNLLC0076
ENGINE LUBRICATION SYSTEMYD
Oil Filter Bracket
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![NISSAN ALMERA TINO 2001 Service Repair Manual JLC290B
REMOVALNLLC0076S011. Using a socket wrench [plane-to-plane width: 17 mm (0.67 in)],
loosen the filter body approximately four turns.
JLC291B
2. Drain the oil after matching the ªDRAINº arrow NISSAN ALMERA TINO 2001 Service Repair Manual JLC290B
REMOVALNLLC0076S011. Using a socket wrench [plane-to-plane width: 17 mm (0.67 in)],
loosen the filter body approximately four turns.
JLC291B
2. Drain the oil after matching the ªDRAINº arrow](/manual-img/5/57352/w960_57352-2751.png)
JLC290B
REMOVALNLLC0076S011. Using a socket wrench [plane-to-plane width: 17 mm (0.67 in)],
loosen the filter body approximately four turns.
JLC291B
2. Drain the oil after matching the ªDRAINº arrow mark at the
bottom of the filter body to the protrusion on the oil filter
bracket.
+Catch the oil with a pan or cloth.
CAUTION:
+The drained oil flows over the right surface of the filter
body.
+Completely wipe clean any engine oil remaining on the
filter body or vehicle.
3. Remove the filter body, then remove the oil filter element.
JLC292B
4. Remove the O-ring from the filter body.
+Push the O-ring in one direction, lift the slack part using
fingers, and remove the O-ring from the filter body.
CAUTION:
Do not use wires or flat-bladed screwdrivers etc. as they may
cause damage to the filter body.
INSTALLATIONNLLC0076S021. Completely remove all foreign objects adhering to the inside of
the filter body or O-ring mounting area (body side and bracket
side).
2. Install the oil filter element and O-ring to the filter body.
+Push the oil filter element into the filter body completely.
3. Install the filter body to the oil filter bracket.
: 20 - 24 N´m (2.0 - 2.5 kg-m, 15 - 18 ft-lb)
4. After warming up the engine, check for engine oil leakage.
ENGINE LUBRICATION SYSTEMYD
Changing Oil Filter (Cont'd)
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Service Data and Specifications (SDS)
OIL PRESSURE CHECK=NLLC0048
Engine speed
rpmApproximate discharge pressure
kPa (bar, kg/cm2, psi)
Idle speed More than 140 (1.40, 1.43, 20.3)
2,000 More than 270 (2.69, 2.75, 39.1)
4,000 More than 430 (4.29, 4.38, 62.3)
REGULATOR VALVE INSPECTIONNLLC0049Unit: mm (in)
Regulator valve to oil pump cover clearance 0.040 - 0.097 (0.0016 - 0.0038)
OIL PUMP INSPECTIONNLLC0050Unit: mm (in)
Body to outer rotor radial clearance 0.114 - 0.260 (0.0045 - 0.0102)
Inner rotor to outer rotor tip clearance Below 0.18 (0.0071)
Body to inner rotor axial clearance 0.050 - 0.090 (0.0020 - 0.0035)
Body to outer rotor axial clearance 0.030 - 0.190 (0.0012 - 0.0075)
Inner rotor to brazed portion of housing clearance 0.045 - 0.091 (0.0018 - 0.0036)
ENGINE OIL CAPACITYNLLC0078Unit:!(Imp qt)
Drain and refill (Approximately)Without oil filter change 4.9 (4-3/8)
With oil filter change 5.2 (4-5/8)
Dry engine (engine overhaul)6.3 (5-1/2)
ENGINE LUBRICATION SYSTEMYD
Service Data and Specifications (SDS)
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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