
SLC101B
4. Check regulator valve to front cover clearance.
Clearance 6:
0.052 - 0.088 mm (0.0020 - 0.0035 in)
If it exceeds the limit, replace front cover assembly.
SMA915C
Changing Engine OilNLLC0035WARNING:
+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 (For Europe):
+API grade SG, SH or SJ
+ACEA grade A1-98, A3-98
+ILSAC grade GF-I, GF-II
Refer to MA-20, 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

Service Data and Specifications (SDS)
OIL PRESSURE CHECKNLLC0011
Engine speed
rpmApproximate discharge pressure
kPa (bar, kg/cm2, psi)
600 More than 98 (0.98, 1.0, 14)
2,000 More than 294 (2.94, 3.0, 43)
6,000 More than 392 (3.92, 4.0, 57)
OIL PUMP INSPECTIONNLLC0013Unit: mm (in)
Body to outer rotor radial clearance 0.250 - 0.325 (0.0098 - 0.0128)
Inner rotor to outer rotor tip clearance Below 0.18 (0.0071)
Body to inner rotor clearance 0.030 - 0.085 (0.0012 - 0.0033)
Body to outer rotor axial clearance 0.030 - 0.090 (0.0012 - 0.0035)
Inner rotor to brazed portion of housing clearance 0.045 - 0.091 (0.0018 - 0.0036)
REGULATOR VALVE INSPECTIONNLLC0012Unit: mm (in)
Regulator valve to oil pump cover clearance 0.052 - 0.088 (0.0020 - 0.0035)
OIL CAPACITYNLLC0036Unit:!(Imp qt)
With oil filter change2.7 (2-3/8)
Without oil filter change2.5 (2-1/4)
Dry engine (engine overhaul)3.1 (2-3/4)
ENGINE LUBRICATION SYSTEMQG
Service Data and Specifications (SDS)
LC-10

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
LC-28

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)
LC-30

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.
ENGINE LUBRICATION SYSTEMYD
Changing Engine Oil
LC-47

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)
LC-51

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