The following tables show the normal maintenance schedule. Depending upon weather and atmospheric
conditions, varying road surfaces, individual driving habits and vehicle usage, additional or more frequent
maintenance may be required.
Periodic maintenance beyond the last period shown on the tables requires similar maintenance.
Maintenance Schedule for Diesel Engine
Models (annual mileage < 30,000 km/year)
Engine Maintenance
TD27Ti engine
Abbreviations: R = Replace I = Inspect. Correct or replace if necessary C = Clean
MAINTENANCE OPERATION MAINTENANCE INTERVAL
Refer-
ence
page Perform on a kilometer basis, but on
a semi-annual basis when driving
less than 20,000 km (12,000 miles)
per year.km x 1,000 10 20 30 40 50 60 70 80 90 100 110 120
(miles x 1,000) (6) (12) (18) (24) (30) (36) (42) (48) (54) (60) (66) (72)
Months 6 12 18 24 30 36 42 48 54 50 66 72
Engine compartment and under vehicle
Engine oil (Use recommended oil)*RRRRRRRRRRRRMA-21
Engine oil filter (Use Nissan genuine part or equivalent)*RRRRRRRRRRRRMA-21
Drive beltsIIIIIIIIIIIIMA-20
Cooling systemIIIIIIMA-23
Engine anti-freeze coolant (Ethylene
glycol base)See NOTE (1)MA-22
Air cleaner filter (dry paper type)*CRCRCRMA-24
Intake and exhaust valve clearanceIIIIIIMA-20
Fuel linesIIIÐ
Fuel filter*R R R MA-23
Injection nozzle See NOTE (2)MA-25
NOTE: (1) First replace at 80,000 km (48,000 miles), then every 60,000 km (36,000 miles).
(2) If engine power decreases, black exhaust smoke is emitted or engine noise increases, check the fuel injection
nozzles' starting pressure and spray pattern.
* Maintenance items with ª*º should be performed more frequently according to ªMaintenance under severe driving
conditionsº.
PERIODIC MAINTENANCE
MA-5
Maintenance Schedule for Diesel Engine
Models (annual mileage > 30,000 km/year)
Engine Maintenance
TD27Ti engine
Abbreviations: R = Replace I = Inspect. Correct or replace if necessary C = Clean
MAINTENANCE OPERATION MAINTENANCE INTERVAL
Refer-
ence
page Perform on a kilometer basis only.km x 1,000 10 20 30 40 50 60 70 80 90 100 110 120
(miles x 1,000) (6) (12) (18) (24) (30) (36) (42) (48) (54) (60) (66) (72)
Engine compartment and under vehicle
Engine oil (Use recommended oil)*RRRRRRRRRRRRMA-21
Engine oil filter (Use Nissan genuine part or equivalent)*RRRRRRRRRRRRMA-21
Drive beltsIIIIIIIIIIIIMA-20
Cooling systemIIIIMA-23
Engine anti-freeze coolant
(Ethylene glycol base)See NOTE (1)MA-22
Air cleaner filter (dry paper type)*CRCRCRMA-24
Intake & exhaust valve clearanceIIIIMA-20
Fuel linesIIÐ
Fuel filter*R R MA-23
Injection nozzles See NOTE (2)MA-25
NOTE: (1) First replace at 90,000 km (54,000 miles), then every 60,000 km (36,000 miles).
(2) If engine power decreases, black exhaust smoke is emitted or engine noise increases, check the fuel injection
nozzles' starting pressure and spray pattern.
* Maintenance items with ª*º should be performed more frequently according to ªMaintenance under severe driving
conditionsº.
PERIODIC MAINTENANCE
MA-8
Maintenance Under Severe Driving Conditions
(annual mileage < 30,000 km/year)
The 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.
TD27Ti engine
Severe driving conditions
A Ð Driving under dusty conditions
B Ð Driving repeatedly short distances
C Ð Towing a trailer
D Ð Extensive idling
E Ð Driving in extremely adverse weather conditions or in areas where ambient temperature is either
extremely low or extremely high
F Ð Driving in high humidity areas or in mountainous areas
G Ð Driving in areas using salt or other corrosive materials
H Ð Driving on rough and/or muddy roads or in the desert
I Ð Driving with frequent use of brakes or in mountainous areas
J Ð Frequent driving in water
Driving condition Maintenance itemMaintenance
operationMaintenance interval Reference page
ABCD......Engine oil & engine oil filter
ReplaceEvery 5,000 km (3,000 miles) or
3 monthsMA-21
A.........Air cleaner filter (dry paper type)
CleanEvery 10,000 km (6,000 miles) or
6 months
MA-24
ReplaceEvery 20,000 km (12,000 miles)
or 12 months
A...E.....Fuel filter
ReplaceEvery 20,000 km (12,000 miles)
or 12 monthsMA-23
A....F....Ventilation air filter
ReplaceEvery 20,000 km (12,000 miles)
or 12 monthsMA-44
.....F....Brake fluid
ReplaceEvery 20,000 km (12,000 miles)
or 12 monthsMA-43
..C....H..Limited-slip differential (L.S.D.) gear oil
ReplaceEvery 30,000 km (18,000 miles)
or 18 monthsMA-38
..C....H..Transfer & standard differential gear oil
ReplaceEvery 60,000 km (36,000 miles)
or 24 monthsMA-36/MA-37/
MA-38
A.C...GHI.Brake pads/linings, discs/drums & other brake system components
InspectEvery 10,000 km (6,000 miles) or
6 monthsMA-40/MA-41
......GH.JGreasing points of steering linkage, propeller shafts and suspension
LubricateEvery 10,000 km (6,000 miles) or
6 monthsMA-44/MA-38
......GH..Steering gear & linkage, axle & suspension parts, propeller shaft & exhaust system
InspectEvery 10,000 km (6,000 miles) or
6 monthsMA-43/FA-4/
RA-4/MA-38/
MA-36
PERIODIC MAINTENANCE
MA-11
Maintenance Under Severe Driving Conditions
(annual mileage > 30,000 km/year)
The 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.
TD27Ti engine
Severe driving conditions
A Ð Driving under dusty conditions
B Ð Driving repeatedly short distances
C Ð Towing a trailer
D Ð Extensive idling
E Ð Driving in extremely adverse weather conditions or in areas where ambient temperature is either
extremely low or extremely high
F Ð Driving in high humidity areas or in mountainous areas
G Ð Driving in areas using salt or other corrosive materials
H Ð Driving on rough and/or muddy roads or in the desert
I Ð Driving with frequent use of brakes or in mountainous areas
J Ð Frequent driving in water
Driving condition Maintenance itemMaintenance
operationMaintenance interval Reference page
ABCD......Engine oil & engine oil filter
Replace Every 5,000 km (3,000 miles) MA-21
A.........Air cleaner filter (dry paper type)
Clean Every 10,000 km (6,000 miles)
MA-24
Replace Every 20,000 km (12,000 miles)
A...E.....Fuel filter
Replace Every 30,000 km (18,000 miles) MA-23
A....F....Ventilation air filter
Replace Every 15,000 km (9,000 miles) MA-44
.....F....Brake fluid
Replace Every 30,000 km (18,000 miles) MA-43
..C....H..Limited-slip differential (L.S.D.) gear oil
Replace Every 30,000 km (18,000 miles) MA-38
..C....H..Transfer & standard differential gear oil
Replace Every 60,000 km (36,000 miles)MA-36/MA-37/
MA-38
A.C...GHI.Brake pads/linings, discs/drums & other brake system components
Inspect Every 15,000 km (9,000 miles) MA-40/MA-41
......GH.JGreasing points of steering linkage, propeller shafts and suspension
Lubricate Every 15,000 km (9,000 miles) MA-44/MA-38
......GH..Steering gear & linkage, axle & suspension parts, propeller shaft & exhaust system
Inspect Every 30,000 km (18,000 miles)MA-43/FA-4/
RA-4/MA-38/
MA-36
..C....H..Drive shafts
Inspect Every 15,000 km (9,000 miles) FA-22
.........JFront wheel bearing grease & free running hub grease
Inspect Every 15,000 km (9,000 miles) MA-39/MA-40
PERIODIC MAINTENANCE
MA-14
2. Remove fuel filter, using a suitable tool.
3. Wipe clean fuel filter mounting surface on fuel filter bracket and
smear a little fuel on rubber seal of fuel filter.
4. Screw fuel filter on until a slight resistance is felt, then tighten
and additional more than 2/3 turn.
5. Install fuel filter sensor to new filter.
6. Bleed air from fuel line.
Refer to Bleeding Fuel System in EC section.
7. Start engine and check for leaks.
DRAINING WATER
1. Loosen drain cock and drain water.
Loosening drain cock 4 to 5 turns causes water to start drain-
ing. Do not remove drain cock by loosening it excessively.
If water does not drain properly, move the priming pump up and
down.
2. Bleed air.
Refer to section EC for fuel system bleeding instructions.
Cleaning and Replacing Air Cleaner Filter (Dry
paper type)
Clean or replace element more often under dusty driving condi-
tions.
NMA056
SMA825B
NMA069
SMA485B
ENGINE MAINTENANCETD
Checking and Replacing fuel filter and Draining
Water (Cont'd)
MA-24
Pinch the rubber cap located under the cyclone air cleaner assem-
bly to remove dust.
Checking Injection Nozzle
WARNING:
When using nozzle tester, do not allow fuel sprayed from
nozzle to contact your hand or body, and make sure that your
eyes are properly protected with goggles.
1. Check initial injection pressure by pumping tester handle one
time per second.
Initial injection pressure:
Used Nozzle
12,259 - 12,749 kPa
(122.6 - 127.5 bar, 125 - 130 kg/cm
2,
1,778 - 1,849 psi)
New Nozzle
12,749 - 13,730 kPa
(127.5 - 137.3 bar, 130 - 140 kg/cm
2,
1,849 - 1,991 psi)
IAlways check initial injection pressure before installing
new nozzle.
Do not disassemble injection nozzle assembly. Entrust disas-
sembly or adjustment to BOSCH service shop.
2. Check spray pattern by pumping tester handle 4 to 6 times or
more per second.
a. If main spray angle is within 30 degrees as shown, injec-
tion nozzle is good.
b. It is still normal even if a thin stream of spray deviates from
the main spray (pattern B).
3. If spray is not correct, clean injection nozzle tip or replace it.
IFor details, refer to INJECTION NOZZLE ASSEMBLY in EC
section.
NMA063
EF792A
SEF079S
ENGINE MAINTENANCETD
Cleaning and Replacing Air Cleaner Filter (Dry
paper type) (Cont'd)
MA-25
CHECKING RADIATOR CAP
Apply pressure to radiator cap (side with pressure valve) with cap
tester to see if it is satisfactory.
Radiator cap relief pressure:
78-98kPa
(0.78 - 0.98 bar, 0.8 - 1.0 kg/cm
2, 11 - 14 psi)
Pull the negative-pressure valve to open it. Check that it closes
completely when released.
CHECKING COOLING SYSTEM FOR LEAKS
Apply pressure to the cooling system with cap tester to check for
leakage.
Testing pressure:
98 kPa (0.98 bar, 1.0 kg/cm
2, 14 psi)
CAUTION:
Use of higher pressure than the specified value may cause
damage to radiator.
Checking and Replacing Fuel Filter and
Draining Water
Be careful not to spill fuel in engine compartment. Place a rag
to absorb fuel.
CHECKING FUEL FILTER
Check fuel filter for fuel leakage, damage and other abnormal
signs.
REPLACING FUEL FILTER
1. Disconnect harness connector and drain fuel.
2. Remove fuel filter using band-type filter wrench.
3. Remove fuel filter and fuel filter sensor.
CAUTION:
Remove fuel filter without spilling fuel. If spilt, wipe off imme-
diately. Be specially careful not to spill fuel on engine mount
insulator.
SLC613
SMA871B
JMA110D
DMA011
SMA111D
ENGINE MAINTENANCEZD
Checking Cooling System (Cont'd)
MA-33
4. Wipe clean fuel filter mounting surface on fuel filter bracket and
smear a little fuel on rubber seal of fuel filter.
5. Screw fuel filter on until a slight resistance is felt, then tighten
an additional more than 2/3 or a turn.
6. Install fuel filter sensor to new fuel filter. (Type A)
7. Bleed air from fuel filter.
Refer to ªAir Bleedingº in EC section.
8. Start engine and check for leaks.
DRAINING WATER
1. Drain water as follows.
Type A
Loosen drain cock and drain water.
Loosening drain cock four to five turns causes water to start
draining. Do not remove drain cock by loosening it exces-
sively.
If water does not drain properly, move the priming pump up and
down.
Type B
Loosen air bleeder screw from the sedimentor cover and then
loosen drain cock and drain water.
Loosening drain cock four to five turns causes water to start
draining. Do not remove drain cock by loosening it exces-
sively.
2. Bleed air.
Refer to ªAir Bleedingº in EC section.
Checking Fuel Lines
Check fuel lines and tank for proper attachment, leaks, cracks,
damage, loose connections, chafing and deterioration.
CAUTION:
Keep clean parts with compressed air when assembling.
SMA010
SMA825B
SMA281C
SMA803A
ENGINE MAINTENANCEZD
Checking and Replacing Fuel Filter and
Draining Water (Cont'd)
MA-34