2001 NISSAN X-TRAIL coolant level

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GENERAL MAINTENANCE
GENERAL MAINTENANCE
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General MaintenanceELS000AL
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.
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.
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
TiresCheck the pressure with a gauge periodically when at a service station, includ-
ing 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 prop-
erly. 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.BL-4
,BL-8
Tire rotationTires should be rotated every 5,000 km (3,000 miles).MA-38
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 head-
lamp aim.—
Warning lamps and
chimesMake sure that all warning lamps and buzzers/chimes are operating properly. —
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, a dju sters and
retractors) operate properly and smoothly, and are installed securely. Check the
belt webbing for cuts, fraying, wear or damage.SB-3
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.CO-29
(QR20DE,
QR25DE)
CO-29
(YD22DDTi)
Engine oil levelCheck the level after parking the vehicle (on level ground) and turning off the
engine.LU-18
(QR20DE,
QR25DE)
LU-18
(YD22DDTi)
Brake and clutch fluid
levelsMake sure that the brake and clutch fluid levels are between the “MAX” and
“MIN” lines on the reservoir.MA-35
,MA-39
BatteryCheck the fluid level in each cell. It should be between the “MAX” and “MIN”
lines.—

PERIODIC MAINTENANCE
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NOTE:
● Maintenance items with “ ” should be performed more frequently according to “Maintenance Under Severe Driving
Conditions”.
●(1) If valve noise increases, check valve clearance.
●(2) Never use CG-4 oil.
●(3) Oil filter element assembly and O-ring seal are replacement parts.
●(4) First replace at 100,000 Km (60,000 miles)/60 months, then every 60,000Km (36,000 miles)/36 months. After first
replacement, perform "I" (checking the mixture ratio and correcting the mixture ratio if necessary) at the middle of
replacement interval.
●(5) If engine power decreases, black exhaust smoke is emitted or engine noise increases, perform this maintenance item.
CHASSIS AND BODY MAINTENANCE (YD22DDTI DIESEL ENGINE)
(Annual Mileage <30,000 Km/year)
Abbreviations: I = Inspect and correct or replace as necessary,R = Replace, L = Lubricate. Engine oil filter (Use Eco filter or equivalent)See NOTE
(3)RRRRRRMA-33
Engine anti-freeze coolant (Use genuine Nissan Anti-
freeze coolant (L2N) or equivalent)See NOTE
(4)IRMA-27
Cooling system I I I I I IMA-29
Fuel lines I I IMA-30
Air cleaner filter RRMA-32
Fuel filterDRDRDRMA-31
Fuel injectorSee NOTE
(5)EM-144
MAINTENANCE OPERATIONMAINTENANCE INTERVAL
Refer-
ence page Perform either at number of kilometers (miles) or
months, whichever comes first.km x 1,000
(Miles x
1,000)
Months20
(12)
1240
(24)
2460
(36)
3680
(48)
48100
(60)
60120
(72)
72
MAINTENANCE OPERATIONMAINTENANCE INTERVAL
Reference
page Perform either at number of kilometers
(miles) or months, whichever comes first.km x 1,000
(Miles x 1,000)
Months20
(12)
1240
(24)
2460
(36)
3680
(48)
48100
(60)
60120
(72)
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Underhood and under vehicle
Headlamp aiming IIIIIILT- 6
Brake & clutch, systems and fluid (For level
& leaks)IIIIIIMA-39,MA-35
Brake fluidRRRMA-39
Brake booster vacuum hoses, connections
& check valveIIIBR-19
Power steering fluid & lines (For level &
leaks)IIIIIIMA-40
Manual transaxle gear oil (For level & leaks) IIIIIIMA-35,
Transfer gear oil (For level & leaks) IIIIIIMA-37
Differential gear oil (For level & leaks or
replace)IIRIIRMA-38
Steering gear & linkage, axle & suspension
parts, propeller shaft, front drive shafts &
exhaust systemIIIIIIMA-40,MA-41
,MA-37 ,MA-
41 ,MA-35
Wheel alignment (If necessary, rotate & bal-
ance wheels)IIIIIIFSU-6,MA-38

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ENGINE MAINTENANCE (QR20DE·QR25DE)
2. Open drain plug on cylinder block.
3. Remove reservoir tank and drain engine coolant.
4. Check drained engine coolant for contaminants such as rust,
corrosion or discoloration.
If contaminated, flush engine cooling system. Refer to MA-21,
"FLUSHING COOLING SYSTEM" .
REFILLING ENGINE COOLANT
1. Install reservoir tank, radiator drain plug and cylinder block drain plug.
●Apply sealant to the thread of cylinder block drain plug.
Use Genuine Liquid Gasket or equivalent.
2. Fill radiator and reservoir tank to specified level.
●Use genuine Nissan engine coolant or equivalent in its
quality. Refer to MA-16, "
RECOMMENDED FLUIDS AND
LUBRICANTS" .
●Pour engine coolant slowly of less than 2 (1-3/4 lmp qt)
a minute to allow air in system to escape.
3. Warm up engine to normal operating temperature without radia-
tor cap installed.
●If engine coolant overflows radiator filler hole, install
radiator cap.
4. Run engine at 3,000 rpm for 10 seconds and return to idle speed
with radiator cap installed.
●Repeat two or three times.
Watch engine coolant temperature gauge so as not to overheat the engine.
5. Stop engine and cool down to less than approximately 50°C(122°F).
●Cool down using a fan to reduce the time.
●If necessary, refill radiator up to filler neck with engine coolant.
6. Refill reservoir tank to MAX level line with engine coolant.
7. Repeat steps 4 through 6 two or more times with radiator cap installed until engine coolant level no longer
drops.
8. Check cooling system for leaks with engine running.
9. 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.
10. If sound is heard, bleed air from cooling system by repeating steps 4 through 6 until engine coolant level
no longer drops.
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Cylinder block drain plug:
: 7.8 - 11.8 N·m (0.8 -1.2 kg-m , 69 - 104 in-lb)
Engine coolant capacity (With reservoir tank):
Approx. 7.1 (6-1/4 Imp qt)
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Reservoir tank: 0.6 (1/2 lmp qt)
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ENGINE MAINTENANCE (YD22DDTI)
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3. Fill reservoir tank to specified level.
4. Warm up engine to normal operating temperature without radia-
tor cap installed.
●If engine coolant overflows radiator filler hole, install
radiator cap.
5. Run engine at 3,000 rpm for 10 seconds and return to idle speed
with radiator cap installed.
●Repeat two or three times.
Watch engine coolant temperature gauge so as not to overheat
the engine.
6. Stop engine and cool down to less than approximately
50°C(122°F).
●Cool down using a fan to reduce the time.
●If necessary, refill radiator up to filler neck with engine coolant.
7. Refill reservoir tank to MAX level line with engine coolant.
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.
Checking Cooling SystemELS000C4
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.
CHECKING COOLING SYSTEM HOSES
Check hoses for improper attachment, leaks, cracks, damage, loose connections, chafing and deterioration.
CHECKING RADIATOR
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).
SMA412B

SERVICE DATA AND SPECIFICATIONS (SDS)
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SERVICE DATA AND SPECIFICATIONS (SDS)PFP:00030
Standard and LimitELS000K3
BELT DEFLECTION AND TENSION
QR20DE and QR25DE
YD22DDTi
*: When engine is cold.
RADIATOR
Unit: kPa (bar, kg/cm2 , psi)
ENGINE COOLANT CAPACITY
QR20DE and QR25DE
Unit: (lmp qt)
YD22DDTi
Unit: (lmp qt)
ENGINE OIL CAPACITY
QR20DE and QR25DE
Unit: (lmp qt)
YD22DDTi
Unit: (lmp qt)
SPARK PLUG
QR20DE and QR25DE
Tensions of drive belts Auto-adjustment by auto-tensioner
Applied beltBelt deflection with 98 N (10 kg, 22 lb) force applied* mm (in)
New Adjusted Limit for re-adjusting
Air conditioner compressor belt 4 - 5 (0.16 - 0.20) 6 - 7 (0.24 - 0.28) 8.5 (0.335)
Alternator and water pump belt 9.0 - 10.5 (0.354 - 0.413) 11.0 - 12.5 (0.433 - 0.492) 16.5 (0.650)
Cap relief pressureStandard 78 - 98 (0.78 - 0.98, 0.8 - 1.0, 11 - 14)
Limit 59 (0.59, 0.6, 9)
Leakage test pressure 157 (1.57, 1.6, 23)
Coolant capacity (With reservoir tank at MAX level) 7.1 (6-1/4)
Reservoir tank coolant capacity (At MAX level) 0.6 (1/2)
Coolant capacity (With reservoir tank at MAX level) 9.5 (8-3/8)
Reservoir tank coolant capacity (At MAX level) 0.6 (1/2)
Drain and refill With oil filter change Approximately 3.9 (3-3/8)
Without oil filter change Approximately 3.5 (3-1/8)
Dry engine (Overhaul)Approximately 4.5 (4)
Drain and refill With oil filter change Approximately 5.2 (4-5/8)
Without oil filter change Approximately 4.9 (4-3/8)
Dry engine (Overhaul)Approximately 6.3 (5-1/2)
MakeNGK
Standard typeLFR5A-11
Hot typeLFR4A-11
Cold typeLFR6A-11
Spark plug gap mm(in) 1.0 - 1.1 (0.039 - 0.043)

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ALPHABETICAL INDEX
MTC-17,MTC-21
Blower resistor ................................................ MTC-22
Blower unit ...................................... ATC-116,MTC-21
Boring/horning cylinder block(QR20DE•QR25DE) .......
EM-93
Brake booster .................................................... BR-17
Brake fluid change ............................................... BR-9
Brake fluid level ................................................. MA-39
Brake fluid level and line check ........................... BR-9
Brake hydraulic line ........................................... BR-11
Brake inspection ................................................ MA-39
Brake lines and cables inspection ..................... MA-39
Brake master cylinder ........................................ BR-13
Brake pedal ......................................................... BR-6
Brake switch .... EC-349,EC-625,EC-1068,EC-1301,
EC-1558
BRK/SW - Wiring diagram EC-351,EC-627,EC-1070,
EC-1303
,EC-1559
Bulb specifications .............................................. LT-67
Bumper, front ......................................................... EI-6
Bumper, rear .......................................................... EI-9
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Camshaft inspection(QR20DE•QR25DE) .......... EM-51
Camshaft inspection(YD22DDTi) .................... EM-159
Camshaft position sensor (CMPS) ................ EC-1484
Camshaft position sensor (PHASE) . EC-233,EC-557,
EC-962
,EC-1246
Camshaft(QR20DE•QR25DE) ........................... EM-46
Camshaft(YD22DDTi) ...................................... EM-158
CAN - Wiring diagram ......... EC-123,EC-514,EC-855,
EC-1200
,EC-1449,LAN-6,LAN-13
CAN (Controller Area Network) LAN-3,LAN-5,LAN-12
CAN Communication .......................................... TF-53
CAN communication ........... EC-122,EC-513,EC-854,
EC-1199
,EC-1448,AT-109,AT-190,AT-309,AT-403,
BRC-54
,BRC-62,BRC-92,BRC-110,LAN-3,LAN-5,
LAN-12
Canister-See EVAP canister ............ EC-427,EC-748,
EC-1114
,EC-1388
CHARGE - Wiring diagram ................................ SC-13
Charging system ................................................ SC-12
Chassis and body maintenance ........................ MA-35
CHIME - Wiring diagram ..................................... DI-59
CIGAR - Wiring diagram .................................. WW-25
Cigarette lighter ............................................... WW-25
Circuit breaker ................................................... PG-12
CKPS - Wiring diagram ................................. EC-1481
Clearance lamp ........................................ LT-4,LT-40
Clock ................................................................... DI-70
CLOCK - Wiring diagram .................................... DI-70
Closed loop control EC-34,EC-444,EC-766,EC-1130
Clutch cover ....................................................... CL-15
Clutch disc ......................................................... CL-15
Clutch master cylinder ......................................... CL-9
Clutch operating cylinder ................................... CL-11
Clutch pedal ......................................................... CL-5
Clutch release bearing ....................................... CL-13
Clutch release mechanism ................................ CL-13
Clutch withdrawal lever ...................................... CL-13
CMPS - Wiring diagram ................................. EC-1486
Coil spring (rear) ............................................... RSU-8
Collision diagnosis .......................................... SRS-47
Combination meter .................................... DI-4,DI-24
Combination switch ................................. LT-24,LT-44
Common rail fuel pressure sensor ................. EC-1468
Component Location (auto A/C) ......... ATC-34,MTC-4
Compression pressure(QR20DE•QR25DE) ..... EM-59
Compression pressure(YD22DDTi) ................ EM-182
Compressor clutch removal and installation .. ATC-135
Compressor special service tool ...................... ATC-14
Condenser ..................................................... ATC-143
Connecting rod bearing clearance(QR20DE•QR25DE)
EM-91
Connecting rod bearing clearance(YD22DDTi) EM-216
Connecting rod bushing clearance(QR20DE•QR25DE)
EM-91
Connecting rod bushing clearance(YD22DDTi) EM-210
Connecting rod(QR20DE•QR25DE) ................. EM-91
Connecting rod(YD22DDTi) .............. EM-207,EM-212
Console box - See Instrument panel .......... IP-3,IP-10
CONSULT for engine ........... EC-94,EC-486,EC-826,
EC-1173
,EC-1431
CONSULT for VDC ......................................... BRC-80
Control lever (M/T) ............................................. MT-13
Control unit ..................................... ATC-111,MTC-20
Control units (terminal arrangement) ................. PG-71
Controller Area Network (CAN) LAN-3,LAN-5,LAN-12
Converter housing installation ........... AT-419,AT-514
COOL/F - Wiring diagram EC-327,EC-607,EC-1054,
EC-1291
,EC-1510
Coolant replacement(QR20DE•QR25DE) ........ MA-19
Coolant replacement(YD22DDTi) ..................... MA-27
Cooling circuit (engine)(QR20DE•QR25DE) ....... CO-7
Cooling circuit (engine)(YD22DDTi) ................. CO-27
Cooling fan control system(QR20DE•QR25DE) CO-12
Cooling fan motor EC-336,EC-616,EC-1063,EC-1300
Cooling fan relay EC-336,EC-616,EC-1063,EC-1300
Cooling fan(QR20DE•QR25DE) ....................... CO-12
Cooling fan(YD22DDTi) .................................... CO-33
Coupling sleeve (M/T) ........................... MT-18,MT-23
Cowl top .............................................................. EI-12
Cowl top cover .................................................... EI-12
Crankcase ventilation system ........................ EC-1402
Crankcase ventilation system - See Positive crankcase
ventilation .......... EC-428
,EC-749,EC-1115,EC-1389
Crankshaft position sensor (POS) .... EC-227,EC-551,
EC-956
,EC-1240
Crankshaft position sensor (TDC) ................. EC-1479
Crankshaft(QR20DE•QR25DE) ........................ EM-74
CRFPS - Wiring diagram ............................... EC-1469
Cylinder block boring(QR20DE•QR25DE) ........ EM-94
Cylinder block boring(YD22DDTi) ................... EM-214
Cylinder block(QR20DE•QR25DE) ................... EM-73
Cylinder block(YD22DDTi) .............................. EM-197
Cylinder head bolt tightening(QR20DE•QR25DE) ........
EM-61