2001 NISSAN X-TRAIL check engine

RADIATOR
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●Check radiator cap relief pressure.
●When connecting the radiator cap to the tester, apply engine
coolant to the cap seal part.
●Replace the radiator cap if there is an unusualness in the nega-
tive-pressure valve, or if the open-valve pressure is outside of
the standard values.
Checking RadiatorEBS00KOL
Check radiator for mud or clogging. If necessary, clean radiator as follows.
●Be careful not to bend or damage the radiator fins.
●When radiator is cleaned without removal, remove all surrounding parts such as cooling fan, radiator
shroud and horns. Then tape the harness and connectors to prevent water from entering.
1. Apply water by hose to the back side of the radiator core vertically downwards.
2. Apply water again to all radiator core surface once per minute.
3. Stop washing if any stains no longer flow out from the radiator.
4. Blow air into the back side of radiator core vertically downwards.
●Use compressed air lower than 490 kPa (4.9 bar, 5 kg/cm2 , 71psi) and keep distance more than 30 cm
(11.8 in).
5. Blow air again into all the radiator core surface once per minute until no water sprays out. Standard:
78 - 98 kPa (0.78 - 0.98 bar, 0.8 - 1.0 kg/cm
2 , 11 - 14 psi)
Limit:
59 kPa (0.59 bar, 0.6 kg/cm
2 , 9 psi)
SLC135B

WATER PUMP
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3. Remove water pipe.
INSPECTION AFTER REMOVAL
●Visually check that there is no significant dirt or rusting on the
water pump body and vane.
●Check that there is no looseness in the vane shaft, and that it
turns smoothly when rotated by hand.
●If there are any unusualness, replace the water pump assembly.
INSTALLATION
●Install in the reverse order of removal
●When inserting water pipe end to cylinder block, apply a neutral detergent to o-ring. Then insert it immedi-
ately.
INSPECTION AFTER INSTALLATION
Check for engine coolant leaks using radiator cap tester. Refer to CO-9, "CHECKING RADIATOR SYSTEM
FOR LEAKS" .
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THERMOSTAT AND WATER CONTROL VALVE
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INSPECTION AFTER REMOVAL
●Place a string so that it is caught in the valves of the thermostat
and water control valve. Immerse fully in a container filled with
water. Heat while stirring. (The example in the figure shows the
thermostat.)
●The valve opening temperature is the temperature at which the
valve opens and the falls from the thread.
●Continue heating. Check the full-open lift amount.
NOTE:
The full-open lift amount standard temperature for the water
control valve is the reference value.
● After checking the full-open lift amount, lower the water temper-
ature and check the valve closing temperature.
Standard values
INSTALLATION
Install in the reverse order of removal paying attention to the following.
●Install the engine coolant temperature sensor.
Use Genuine Liquid Gasket or equivalent.
Installation of Thermostat and Water Control Valve
●Install the thermostat and water control valve with the whole cir-
cumference of each flange part fit securely inside the rubber
ring. (The example in the figure shows the thermostat.)
●Install the thermostat with the jiggle valve facing upwards. (The
position deviation may be within the range of ±10°)
●Install the water control valve with the up-mark facing up and the
frame center part facing upwards. (The position deviation may
be within the range of ±10°)
Heater Pipe Installation
First apply a neutral detergent to the O-ring, then quickly insert the insertion parts of the heater pipe into the
installation holes.
SLC252B
Thermostat Water control valve
Valve opening temperature 80.5 - 83.5°C (177 - 182° F) 93.5 - 96.5°C (200 - 206°F)
Full-open lift amountMore than 8 mm/ 95°C
(0.315 in/ 203 °F)More than 8 mm/ 108°C
(0.315 in/ 226 ° F)
Valve closing temperature 77°C (171°F) 90°C (194° F)
PBIC0157E
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OVERHEATING CAUSE ANALYSIS
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OVERHEATING CAUSE ANALYSISPFP:00012
Troubleshooting ChartEBS00BAW
Symptom Check items
Cooling sys-
tem parts
malfunctionPoor heat transferWater pump malfunction Worn or loose drive belt
— Thermostat stuck closed —
Damaged finsDust contamination or
paper clogging
Physical damage
Clogged radiator cooling
tubeExcess foreign material
(rust, dirt, sand, etc.)
Reduced air flowCooling fan does not oper-
ate
Fan assembly — High resistance to fan rota-
tion
Damaged fan blades
Damaged radiator shroud — — —
Improper engine coolant
mixture ratio—— —
Poor engine coolant quality — Engine coolant viscosity —
Insufficient engine coolantEngine coolant leaksCooling hoseLoose clamp
Cracked hose
Water pump Poor sealing
Radiator capLoose
Poor sealing
RadiatorO-ring for damage, deterio-
ration or improper fitting
Cracked radiator tank
Cracked radiator core
Reservoir tank Cracked reservoir tank
Overflowing reservoir tankExhaust gas leaks into
cooling systemCylinder head deterioration
Cylinder head gasket dete-
rioration

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OVERHEATING CAUSE ANALYSIS
Except cool-
ing system
parts mal-
function— Overload on engineAbusive drivingHigh engine rpm under no
load
Driving in low gear for
extended time
Driving at extremely high
speed
Powertrain system mal-
function
— Installed improper size
wheels and tires
Dragging brakes
Improper ignition timing
Blocked or restricted air
flowBlocked bumper —
— Blocked radiator grilleInstalled car brassiere
Mud contamination or
paper clogging
Blocked radiator —
Blocked condenser
Blocked air flow
Installed large fog lamp Symptom Check items

ENGINE COOLANT
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ENGINE COOLANTPFP:KQ100
InspectionEBS00BAY
LEVEL CHECK
●Check if the reservoir tank engine coolant level within MIN to
MAX when engine is cool.
●Adjust engine coolant if too much or too little.
CHECKING RADIATOR SYSTEM FOR LEAKS
To check for leakage, apply pressure to the cooling system with a
tester.
WARNING:
Never remove the radiator cap when the engine is hot. Serious
burns could occur from high pressure engine coolant escaping
from the radiator.
CAUTION:
Higher pressure than specified may cause radiator damage.
Changing Engine CoolantEBS00BAZ
WARNING:
●To avoid being scalded, never change the engine coolant when the engine is hot.
●Wrap a thick cloth around cap and carefully remove the cap. First, turn the cap a quarter of a turn
to release built-up pressure. Then turn the cap all the way.
DRAINING ENGINE COOLANT
1. Open radiator drain plug at the bottom of radiator, and remove
radiator cap.
●Be careful not to allow engine coolant to contact drive
belts.
●Cover the exhaust tube heat shield to prevent from splashing
engine coolant.
2. Open drain plugs on cylinder block and air relief plug.
3. Remove reservoir tank, drain engine coolant, then clean reser-
voir tank.
4. Check drained engine coolant for contaminants such as rust,
corrosion or discoloration.
If contaminated, flush engine cooling system. Refer to CO-31,
"FLUSHING COOLING SYSTEM" .
SMA412B
Testing pressure:
157 kPa (1.57 bar, 1.6 kg/cm
2 , 23 psi)
SLC134B
PBIC0236E
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ENGINE COOLANT
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8. Repeat steps 5 through 7 two or more times with radiator cap installed until engine coolant level no longer
drops.
9. Check cooling system for leaks with engine running.
10. Warm up engine, and check for sound of engine coolant flow while running engine from idle up to 3,000
rpm with heater temperature controller set at several position between COOL and WARM.
●Sound may be noticeable at heater unit.
11. If sound is heard, bleed air from cooling system by repeating steps 5 through 7 until engine coolant level
no longer drops.
●Clean excess engine coolant from engine.
FLUSHING COOLING SYSTEM
1. Fill radiator with water until water spills from the air relief hole, then close air relief flag. Fill radiator and
reservoir tank with water and reinstall radiator cap.
2. Run engine and warm it up to normal operating temperature.
3. Rev engine two or three times under no-load.
4. Stop engine and wait until it cools down.
5. Drain water.
6. Repeat steps 1 through 5 until clear water begins to drain from radiator.

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RADIATOR
RADIATOR
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Removal and InstallationEBS00BB0
WARNING:
Never remove the radiator cap when the engine is hot. Serious burns could occur from high pressure
engine coolant escaping from the radiator. Wrap a thick cloth around the cap. Slowly turn it a quarter
turn to allow built-up pressure to escape. Carefully remove the cap by turning it all the way.
REMOVAL
1. Drain engine coolant. Refer to CO-29, "DRAINING ENGINE COOLANT" .
2. Remove undercover.
3. Disconnect radiator upper hose, lower hose, reservoir tank hose and mounting bracket.
4. Remove radiator and radiator fan assembly
CAUTION:
Do not damage or scratch radiator core when removing.
INSTALLATION
●Reinstall any parts removed in reverse order of removal.
●Check for engine coolant leaks. Refer to CO-29, "CHECKING RADIATOR SYSTEM FOR LEAKS" .
PBIC0671E
1. Radiator 2. Bracket 3. Mounting rubber
4. Drain plug 5. Radiator hose (lower) 6. Radiator fan assembly
7. Reservoir tank 8. Radiator hose (upper) 9. Radiator cap