
Basic Inspection
Precaution:
Perform Basic Inspection without electrical or mechanical
loads applied;
IShift lever is in neutral position,
IHeat up switch is OFF,
IHeadlamp switch is OFF,
IAir conditioner switch is OFF,
IRear defogger switch is OFF,
ISteering wheel is in the straight-ahead position, etc.
1 INSPECTION START
1. Check service records for any recent repairs that may indicate a related problem.
2. Check the current need for scheduled maintenance, especially for fuel filter and air cleaner filter. Refer to MA section.
3. Open engine hood and check the following:
IHarness connectors for improper connections
IVacuum hoses for splits, kinks, or improper connections
IWiring for improper connections, pinches, or cuts
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4. Start engine and warm it up to the normal operating temperature.
EGO TO 2.
2 PREPARATION FOR CHECKING IDLE SPEED
With CONSULT-II
Connect CONSULT-II to the data link connector.
Without CONSULT-II
Install diesel tacho tester to the vehicle.
EGO TO 3.
TROUBLE DIAGNOSIS Ð BASIC INSPECTIONZD30DDTi
EC-50

Basic Inspection
Precaution:
Perform Basic Inspection without electrical or mechanical
loads applied;
IHeadlamp switch is OFF,
IAir conditioner switch is OFF,
IRear defogger switch is OFF,
ISteering wheel is in the straight-ahead position, etc.
BEFORE STARTING
1. Check service records for any recent
repairs that may indicate a related
problem, or the current need for
scheduled maintenance.
2. Open engine hood and check the fol-
lowing:
IHarness connectors for improper con-
nections
IVacuum hoses for splits, kinks, or
improper connections
IWiring for improper connections,
pinches, or cuts
3.Using priming pump, bleed air from fuel
system. Refer to ªFuel Filter Checkº in
MA section.
CONNECT CONSULT-II TO THE
VEHICLE.
Connect ªCONSULT-IIº to the data link
connector for CONSULT-II and select
ªENGINEº from the menu.
DOES ENGINE START?
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Turn ignition switch to
ªLOCKº position, wait 5
seconds and then start
engine. If engine fails to
start, check diagnostic
trouble code (DTC).
Run engine for 10 minutes.
CHECK IDLE SPEED.
Read engine idle speed in ªDATA
MONITORº mode with CONSULT-II.
725 rpm 50 (in N position)
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Check idle speed using tachometer
tester.
725 rpm 50 (in N position)
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TROUBLE DIAGNOSESTD27Ti
EC-338

MAINTENANCE
SECTION
MA
CONTENTS
PRE-DELIVERY INSPECTION ITEMS............................3
GENERAL MAINTENANCE............................................4
PERIODIC MAINTENANCE............................................5
Maintenance Schedule for Diesel Engine Models
(annual mileage < 30,000 km/year) ............................5
Maintenance Schedule for Diesel Engine Models
(annual mileage > 30,000 km/year) ............................8
Maintenance Under Severe Driving Conditions
(annual mileage < 30,000 km/year) .......................... 11
Maintenance Under Severe Driving Conditions
(annual mileage > 30,000 km/year) ..........................14
RECOMMENDED FLUIDS AND LUBRICANTS...........17
Fluids and Lubricants ................................................17
SAE Viscosity Number ..............................................18
Engine Coolant Mixture Ratio....................................19
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ENGINE MAINTENANCE..............................................20
Retightening Manifold Bolts and Nuts .......................20
Adjusting Intake and Exhaust Valve Clearance ........20
Drive Belt Inspection..................................................20
Changing Engine Oil..................................................21
Changing Oil Filter .....................................................21
Changing Engine Coolant..........................................22
Checking Cooling System .........................................23
Checking and Replacing fuel filter and Draining
Water .........................................................................23
Cleaning and Replacing Air Cleaner Filter (Dry
paper type).................................................................24
Checking Injection Nozzle .........................................25
Checking Idle Speed .................................................26
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ENGINE MAINTENANCE..............................................28
Checking Tightening Torque ......................................28
Adjusting Intake and Exhaust Valve Clearance ........28
Checking Drive Belt ...................................................28
Removal .....................................................................29Installation ..................................................................29
Changing Engine Oil..................................................29
Changing Engine Oil Filter ........................................30
Changing Engine Coolant..........................................31
Checking Cooling System .........................................32
Checking and Replacing Fuel Filter and Draining
Water .........................................................................33
Checking Fuel Lines ..................................................34
Cleaning and Replacing Air Cleaner Filter ................35
CHASSIS AND BODY MAINTENANCE.......................36
Checking Exhaust System.........................................36
Checking Clutch Operation........................................36
Checking Clutch Fluid Level and Leaks ....................36
Checking Clutch System ...........................................36
Checking M/T Oil .......................................................36
Changing M/T Oil.......................................................37
Checking Water Entry ................................................37
Checking Transfer Oil ................................................37
Changing Transfer Oil................................................38
Checking Propeller Shaft ...........................................38
Checking Differential Gear Oil ...................................38
Changing Differential Gear Oil ..................................39
Checking Front Wheel Bearing Grease ....................39
Repacking Front Wheel Bearing Grease ..................39
Checking Free-running Hub Grease .........................40
Checking Brake Fluid Level and Leaks.....................40
Checking Brake System ............................................40
Checking Brake Booster, Vacuum Hoses,
Connections and Check Valve ..................................40
Checking Disc Brake .................................................40
Checking Drum Brake ...............................................41
Checking Foot Brake Pedal Operation......................42
Checking Parking Brake ............................................42
Changing Brake Fluid ................................................43
Balancing Wheels ......................................................43
Tire Rotation ..............................................................43
Checking Steering Gear and Linkage .......................43
Checking Fluid Level and Leaks (Power steering) ...44

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

ZD30DDTi engine
Abbreviations: R = Replace I = Inspect. Correct or replace if necessary C = Clean
MAINTENANCE OPERATIONMAINTENANCE INTERVAL
Reference
page Perform on a kilometer basis, but on an annual basis
when driving less than 15,000 km (9,000 miles) per
year.km x 1,000 15 30 45 60 75 90
(miles x 1,000) (9) (18) (27) (36) (45) (54)
Months 12 24 36 48 60 72
Engine compartment and under vehicle
Engine oil (Use recommended oil)* See NOTE (5)RRRRRRMA-29
Engine oil filter (Use Eco filter or equivalent)* See NOTE (1)RRRRRRMA-30
Drive beltsIIIIIIMA-28
Cooling systemIIIIIIMA-32
Engine anti-freeze coolant (Use genuine NISSAN Anti-
freeze Coolant (L2N) or equivalent)See NOTE (2) I MA-31
Air cleaner filter*R MA-35
Fuel linesI I I MA-34
Injection nozzles See NOTE (3)*1
Intake & exhaust valve clearance See NOTE (4)MA-28
Fuel filter*R R MA-33
NOTE: (1) Oil filter element assembly and O-ring seal are replacement parts.
(2) First replace at 90,000 km (54,000 miles)/60 months, then every 60,000 km (36,000 miles)/48 months. Perform ªIº
(Checking the mixture ratio and correcting the mixture ratio if necessary) at the middle of replacement interval.
(3) If engine power decreases, black exhaust smoke is emitted or engine noise increases, check injection nozzles and,
if necessary, replace injection nozzle assembly.
(4) If valve noise increases, check valve clearance.
(5) Check the oil level every 7,500 km (4,700 miles).
* Maintenance items with ª*º should be performed more frequently according to ªMaintenance under severe driving
conditionsº.
*1: ªInjection Tube and Injection Nozzleº in EC section
PERIODIC MAINTENANCE
Maintenance Schedule for Diesel Engine
Models (annual mileage < 30,000 km/year)
(Cont'd)
MA-6
![NISSAN TERRANO 2002 Service Repair Manual Chassis and Body Maintenance
Abbreviations: R = Replace I = Inspect. Correct or replace if necessary L = Lubricate T = Tighten
[ ] = At the specified mileage only
MAINTENANCE OPERATION MAINTENANCE INT NISSAN TERRANO 2002 Service Repair Manual Chassis and Body Maintenance
Abbreviations: R = Replace I = Inspect. Correct or replace if necessary L = Lubricate T = Tighten
[ ] = At the specified mileage only
MAINTENANCE OPERATION MAINTENANCE INT](/manual-img/5/57393/w960_57393-1465.png)
Chassis and Body Maintenance
Abbreviations: R = Replace I = Inspect. Correct or replace if necessary L = Lubricate T = Tighten
[ ] = At the specified mileage only
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
Underhood and under vehicle
Headlamp aimingIIIIIIEL-37
Wheel alignment (if necessary, rotate & balance wheels)IIIIIIMA-43
Brake pads, discs & other components*IIIIIIMA-40
Brake linings, drums & other components*IIIIIIMA-41
Foot brake, parking brake & clutch (for free play, stroke &
operation)IIIIIIMA-42
Brake booster vacuum hoses, connections, check valve I I I MA-40
Brake & clutch, systems and fluid (for level and leaks)IIIIIIMA-36/
MA-40
Brake fluid*R R R MA-43
Power steering fluid and lines (for level and leaks)IIIIIIMA-44
Air bag system See NOTE (1)RS-15
Ventilation air filter*RRRRMA-44
Transfer and standard differential gear oil* I I R I I RMA-37/
MA-38
Manual transmission oil I I I [R] I I MA-36
LSD gear oil (for level and leaks)* I I R I I R MA-38
Steering gear & linkage, axle & suspension parts, propeller
shaft and exhaust system*IIIIIIMA-43/
FA-4/
RA-4/
MA-38/
MA-36
Greasing points of steering gear linkage,
propeller shaft and suspension*See NOTE (2)LLLLLLMA-44/
MA-38
Drive shafts*IIIIIIFA-13
Front wheel bearing grease*IRIRIRMA-39
Free running hub grease*IIIIIIMA-40
Body mounting bolts and nutsTTTTTTBT-48
Body corrosion See NOTE (3)MA-47
NOTE: (1) Inspect after 10 years, then every 2 years.
(2) The propeller shaft should be re-greased daily if it is immersed in water.
(3) Inspect once per year.
* Maintenance items with ª*º should be performed more frequently according to ªMaintenance under severe driving
conditionsº.
PERIODIC MAINTENANCE
Maintenance Schedule for Diesel Engine
Models (annual mileage < 30,000 km/year)
(Cont'd)
MA-7

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

ZD30DDTi engine
Abbreviations: R = Replace I = Inspect. Correct or replace if necessary
MAINTENANCE OPERATIONMAINTENANCE INTERVAL
Reference
page
Perform on a kilometer basis only.km x 1,000 15 30 45 60 75 90
(miles x 1,000) (9) (18) (27) (36) (45) (54)
Engine compartment and under vehicle
Engine oil (Use recommended oil)* See NOTE (5)RRRRRRMA-29
Engine oil filter (Use Eco filter or equivalent)* See NOTE (1)RRRRRRMA-29
Drive beltsIIIIIIMA-28
Cooling systemI I I MA-32
Engine anti-freeze coolant (Use genuine NISSAN Anti-
freeze Coolant (L2N) or equivalent)See NOTE (2) I R MA-31
Air cleaner filter*R MA-35
Fuel linesI MA-34
Injection nozzles See NOTE (3)*1
Intake & exhaust valve clearance See NOTE (4)MA-28
Fuel filter*R MA-33
NOTE: (1) Oil filter element assembly and O-ring seal are replacement parts.
(2) First replace at 90,000 km (54,000 miles), then every 60,000 km (36,000 miles). Perform ªIº (Checking the mixture
ratio and correcting the mixture ratio if necessary) at the middle of replacement interval.
(3) If engine power decreases, black exhaust smoke is emitted or engine noise increases, check injection nozzles and,
if necessary, replace injection nozzle assembly.
(4) If valve noise increases, check valve clearance.
(5) Check the oil level every 7,500 km (4,700 miles).
* Maintenance items with ª*º should be performed more frequently according to ªMaintenance under severe driving
conditionsº.
*1: ªInjection Tube and Injection Nozzleº in EC section
PERIODIC MAINTENANCE
Maintenance Schedule for Diesel Engine
Models (annual mileage > 30,000 km/year)
(Cont'd)
MA-9