Supplemental Restraint System (SRS) ªAIR
BAGº and ªSEAT BELT PRE-TENSIONERº
The Supplemental Restraint System such as ªAIR BAGº and ªSEAT BELT PRE-TENSIONERº used along with
a seat belt, helps to reduce the risk or severity of injury to the driver and front passenger in a frontal collision.
The SRS system composition which is available to NISSAN MODEL R20 is as follows (The composition var-
ies according to the destination.):
Driver air bag module (located in the center of the steering wheel), front passenger air bag module (located
on the instrument panel on passenger side), seat belt pre-tensioner, a diagnosis sensor unit, warning lamp,
wiring harness and spiral cable.
Information necessary to service the system safely is included in theRS sectionof this Service Manual.
WARNING:
ITo avoid rendering the SRS inoperative, which could increase the risk of personal injury or death
in the event of a collision which would result in air bag inflation, all maintenance must be performed
by an authorized NISSAN dealer.
IImproper maintenance, including incorrect removal and installation of the SRS, can lead to per-
sonal injury caused by unintentional activation of the system. For removal of Spiral Cable and Air
Bag Module, see the RS section.
IDo not use electrical test equipment on any circuit related to the SRS unless instructed to in this
Service Manual. Spiral cable and wiring harnesses covered with yellow insulation either just before
the harness connectors or for the complete harness are related to the SRS.
Precautions
IBefore proceeding with disassembly, thoroughly clean the outside of the transmission. It is important to
prevent the internal parts from becoming contaminated by dirt or other foreign matter.
IDisassembly should be done in a clean work area.
IUse lint-free cloth or towels for wiping parts clean. Common shop rags can leave fibers that could inter-
fere with the operation of the transmission.
IPlace disassembled parts in order for easier and proper assembly.
IAll parts should be carefully cleaned with a general purpose, non-flammable solvent before inspection or
reassembly.
IGaskets, seals and O-rings should be replaced any time the transmission is disassembled.
IIt is very important to perform functional tests whenever they are indicated.
IThe valve body contains precision parts and requires extreme care when parts are removed and serviced.
Place removed parts in a parts rack in order to replace them in correct positions and sequences. Care will
also prevent springs and small parts from becoming scattered or lost.
IProperly installed valves, sleeves, plugs, etc. will slide along bores in valve body under their own weight.
IBefore assembly, apply a coat of recommended ATF to all parts. Apply petroleum jelly to protect O-rings
and seals, and to hold bearings and washers in place during assembly. Do not use grease.
IExtreme care should be taken to avoid damage to O-rings, seals and gaskets when assembling.
IAfter overhaul, refill the transmission with new ATF.
IWhen the A/T drain plug is removed, only some of the fluid is drained. Old A/T fluid will remain in torque
converter and ATF cooling system.
Always follow the procedures under ªChanging A/T Fluidº in the MA section when changing A/T fluid.
PREPARATION AND PRECAUTIONS
AT- 4
Supplement Restraint System (SRS) ªAIR BAGº
and ªSEAT BELT PRE-TENSIONERº
The Supplemental Restraint System ªAir Bagº and ªSeat Belt Pre-tensionerº, used along with a seat belt, help
to reduce the risk or severity or injury to the driver and front passenger in a collision. The Supplemental
Restraint System consists of an air bag module (located in the center of the steering wheel and on the instru-
ment panel on the passenger side, where fitted), seat belt pre-tensioners, a diagnosis sensor unit, warning
lamp, wiring harness and spiral cable. Information necessary to service the system safely is included in the
BT sectionof this Service Manual.
WARNING:
ITo avoid rendering the SRS inoperative (which could increase the risk of personal injury or death
in the event of a collision which would result in air bag inflation), all maintenance must be per-
formed by an authorized NISSAN dealer.
IImproper maintenance, including incorrect removal and installation of the SRS, can lead to per-
sonal injury caused by unintentional activation of the system.
IDo not use electrical test equipment on any circuit related to the SRS unless instructed to in this
Service Manual. SRS wiring harnesses (except ªSEAT BELT-TENSIONERº connector) can be iden-
tified with yellow harness connector and with yellow harness protector or yellow insulation tape
before the harness connectors.
Precautions
IUse only ªDOT 4º fluid from a sealed container.
INever reuse drained brake fluid.
IBe careful not to splash brake fluid on painted areas; it
may cause paint damage. If brake fluid is splashed on
painted areas, wash it away with water immediately.
ITo clean master cylinder parts, disc brake caliper parts or
wheel cylinder parts, use clean brake fluid.
INever use mineral oils such as Petrol or kerosene. They
will ruin rubber parts of hydraulic system.
IUse flare nut wrench when removing and installing brake
tubes.
IAlways torque brake lines when installing.
IBurnish the brake contact surfaces after refinishing or
replacing drums or rotors, after replacing pads or linings,
or if a soft pedal occurs at very low speed. Refer to ªBrake
Burnishing Procedureº, ªCheck and Adjustmentº, BR-5.
WARNING:
IClean brakes with a vacuum dust collector to minimize risk
of health hazard from airborne materials.
IAvoid prolonged and repeated skin contact with brake
fluid.
IWear protective clothing, including impervious gloves.
IWhere there is a risk of eye contact, eye protection should
be worn Ð for example chemical goggles or face shield.
YBR293
PRECAUTIONS AND PREPARATION
BR-3
Preparation
SPECIAL SERVICE TOOLS
Tool number
Tool nameDescription
GG94310000
Flare nut torque wrench
Removing and installing each brake pip-
ing
KV991V0010
Brake fluid pressure
gauge
Measuring brake fluid pressure
HT72480000
Rear axle shaft bearing
puller
Removing rear wheel sensor rotor
PRECAUTIONS AND PREPARATION
BR-4
3. Swing cylinder body upward. Then remove pad and anti-noise
shims.
CAUTION:
IWhen cylinder body is swung up, do not depress brake
pedal because piston will pop out.
IEnsure that brake fluid does not come into contact with
dustcover and rotor.
IBe careful not to twist brake hoses.
Brake pad thickness (new):
10 mm (0.39 in)
Wear limit (min. thickness):
2 mm (0.08 in)
IAfter installing new brake pads, check brake fluid level at
brake fluid reservoir.
Removal
IRemove torque member fixing bolts and union bolt.
Disassembly
Push out piston with dust cover with compressed air.
Use a wooden block so that the 2 pistons come out evenly.
CAUTION:
IWear protecting clothes and safety goggles.
IDo not hold your fingers in front of the pistons.
IBe careful not to scratch piston and/or cylinder faces.
Inspection
INSPECTION OF BRAKE DRAG FORCE
ªResidual pairº describes the friction pressure of the disc brake
shoes against the disc when the brake pedal is not applied.
1. Swing cylinder body upward.
2. Make sure that wheel bearing is adjusted properly. Refer to
section FA.
3. Measure rotating force (F
1).
NBR207
SBR012C
SBR085A
SBR168A
FRONT DISC BRAKE
Pad Replacement (Cont'd)
BR-27
SPECIAL SERVICE TOOLS
*: Special tool or commercial equivalent
Tool number
Tool nameDescription
ST29020001*
Gear arm puller
Removing ball joint for knuckle spindle
ST27850000
Ball joint remover
Removing tie-rod outer end
KV401021S0*
Bearing outer race
drift
q
1ST35325000*
Drift bar
q
2KV40102110*
Drift (A)
q
3KV40102120*
Drift (B)
q
4KV40102130*
Screw (A)
q
5KV40102140*
Screw (B)
q
6KV40102150*
Screw (C)
Installing wheel bearing outer race
KV40105400
Wheel bearing lock
nut wrench
Removing or installing wheel bearing lock nut
GG94310000*
Flare nut torque
wrench
Removing and installing brake piping
PREPARATION
FA-3
Front Axle and Front Suspension Parts
ICheck front axle and front suspension parts for looseness,
cracks, wear or other damage.
(1) Shake each front wheel.
(2) Make sure that cotter pin is inserted.
(3) Retighten all nuts and bolts to the specified torque.
: Refer to ªFRONT SUSPENSIONº, FA-29.
(4) Check front axle and front suspension parts for wear, cracks or
other damage.
ICheck shock absorber for oil leakage or other damage.
ICheck suspension ball joints for grease leakage and dust cov-
ers for cracks or other damage.
ICheck ball joint for vertical end play.
Upper ball joint:
1.6 mm (0.063 in) or less
(1) Jack up front of vehicle and set the stands.
(2) Clamp dial indicator onto transverse link and place indicator tip
on lower edge of brake caliper.
(3) Make sure front wheels are straight and brake pedal is
depressed.
(4) Place a pry bar between transverse link and inner rim of road
wheel.
(5) While pushing and releasing pry bar, observe maximum dial
indicator value.
(6) If ball joint movement is beyond specifications, remove and
recheck it.
SMA525A
SFA240
SMA241
SFA303A
CHECK AND ADJUSTMENT
FA-5
3. Tighten wheel bearing lock nut with Tool.
:78-98N×m
(8 - 10 kg-m, 58 - 72 ft-lb)
4. Turn wheel hub several times in both directions.
5. Loosen wheel bearing lock nut so that torque becomes 0 N×m
(0 kg-m, 0 ft-lb).
6. Retighten wheel bearing lock nut with Tool.
: 0.5 - 1.5 N×m
(0.05 - 0.15 kg-m,4-13in-lb)
7. Turn wheel hub several times in both directions.
8. Retighten wheel bearing lock nut with Tool.
: 0.5 - 1.5 N×m
(0.05 - 0.15 kg-m,4-13in-lb)
9. Measure wheel bearing axial end play.
Axial end play:
0mm(0in)
10. Measure starting force ªAº at wheel hub bolt when moving the
hub by 90É as shown.
11. Install lock washer by tightening the lock nut within 15 to 30
degrees.
12. Turn wheel hub several times in both directions to seat wheel
bearing correctly.
13. Measure starting force ªBº at wheel hub bolt. Refer to proce-
dure 10.
14. Wheel bearing preload ªCº can be calculated as shown below.
C=BþA
Wheel bearing preload ªCº:
7.06 - 20.99 N
(0.72 - 2.14 kg, 1.59 - 4.72 lb)
15. Repeat above procedures until correct axial end play and wheel
bearing preload are obtained.
16. Install free-running hub and brake pads.
YFA009
SFA892
YFA004
SFA830
CHECK AND ADJUSTMENT
Front Wheel Bearing (Cont'd)
FA-7
TOE-IN
1. Mark a base line across the tread.
After lowering front of vehicle, move it up and down to elimi-
nate friction, and set steering wheel in straight ahead position.
2. Measure toe-in.
Measure distance ªAº and ªBº at the same height as hub cen-
ter.
Toe-in (Unladen):
Refer to SDS, FA-39.
Toe-in = A þ B
3. Adjust toe-in by varying the length of steering tie-rods.
(1) Loosen clamp bolts or lock nuts.
(2) Adjust toe-in by turning the left and right tie-rod tubes an equal
amount.
Make sure that the tie-rod bars are screwed into the tie-rod
tube more than 35 mm (1.38 in).
Make sure that the tie-rods are the same length.
Standard length (A = B):
287 mm (11.30 in)
(3) Tighten clamp bolts or lock nuts, to the specified torque.
SMA123
EFA010
EFA011
SMA249
SFA897
CHECK AND ADJUSTMENT
Front Wheel Alignment (Cont'd)
FA-11