2003 NISSAN ALMERA N16 fuel

3. Install the fuel filter, filter bracket, and protector assembly tem-
porarily. Then, drain the water by pumping the priming pump
with the filter standing straight.
Extend the drain hose if necessary.
Water amount when the MI lights up:
65 - 100 m(2.3 - 3.5 Imp fl oz)
CAUTION:
When the water is drained, the fuel is also drained. Use a pan,
etc. to avoid fuel adherence to the rubber parts such as the
engine mount insulator.
4. Tighten the water draining cock, then install the fuel filter, filter
bracket, protector assembly in the reverse order of removal.
CAUTION:
Do not over-tighten the water draining cock. This will damage
the cock thread, resulting in water or fuel leak.
5. Bleed air of the fuel filter. Refer to EC-32.
Start engine and let it idle for at least one minute after
performing air bleeding.
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BASIC SERVICE PROCEDUREYD
Fuel Filter (Cont’d)
EC-33

Erasing the emission-related diagnostic information using CONSULT-II is easier and quicker than
switching the diagnostic test mode using the data link connector.
Malfunction Indicator (MI)
DESCRIPTIONNJEC0628
SAT652J
The MI is located on the instrument panel.
1. The MI will light up when the ignition switch is turned ON without the engine running. This is a bulb check.
If the MI does not light up, refer to EL-129, EL-129, “WARNING LAMPS” or see EC-213.
2. When the engine is started, the MI should go off.
If the MI remains on, the on board diagnostic system has detected an engine system malfunction.
If MI illuminates or blinks irregularly after starting engine, water may have accumulated in fuel filter.
Drain water from fuel filter. Refer to “WATER DRAINING”, EC-32.
On Board Diagnostic System FunctionNJEC0628S01The on board diagnostic system has the following three functions.
Diagnostic Test
ModeKEY and ENG.
StatusFunction Explanation of Function
Mode I Ignition switch in
ON position
Engine stopped
BULB CHECK This function checks the MI bulb for damage (blown,
open circuit, etc.).
If the MI does not come on, check MI circuit. (See
EC-213.)
Engine running
MALFUNCTION
WARNINGThis is a usual driving condition. When ECM detects a
malfunction, the MI will light up to inform the driver that
a malfunction has been detected.
Mode II Ignition switch in
ON position
Engine stopped
SELF-DIAGNOSTIC RESULTS This function allows DTCs to be read.
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ON BOARD DIAGNOSTIC SYSTEM DESCRIPTIONYD
Diagnostic Trouble Code (DTC) (Cont’d)
EC-35

ENGINE CONTROL COMPONENT PARTS/CONTROL
SYSTEMS APPLICATION
=NJEC0629S02
ItemDIAGNOSTIC TEST MODE
SELF-DIAG
RESULTSDATA MONI-
TORACTIVE TEST
ENGINE CONTROL COMPONENT PARTS
INPUTEngine coolant temperature sensor X X
Vehicle speed sensor X X
Accelerator position sensor X X
Accelerator position switch X X
Crankshaft position sensor (TDC) X X
Ignition switch (start signal) X
Park/Neutral position (PNP) switch (where fitted) X
Battery voltage X X
Mass air flow sensor X X
Stop lamp switch X X
OUTPUTGlow relayXX
EGR volume control valve X X
Cooling fan relay X X X
X: Applicable
SELF-DIAGNOSTIC MODENJEC0629S03Regarding items detected in “SELF-DIAG RESULTS” mode,
refer to “TROUBLE DIAGNOSIS — INDEX”, EC-4.
DATA MONITOR MODENJEC0629S04
Monitored item
[Unit]ECM
input
signalsMain
signalsDescription Remarks
CKPS·RPM (TDC)
[rpm]The engine speed computed from the
crankshaft position sensor (TDC) signal
is displayed.
CMPS·RPM·PUMP
[rpm]The engine speed computed from the
pulse signal sent from electronic control
fuel injection pump is displayed.
COOLAN TEMP/S
[°C] or [°F]The engine coolant temperature (deter-
mined by the signal voltage of the
engine coolant temperature sensor) is
displayed.When the engine coolant temperature
sensor is open or short-circuited, ECM
enters fail-safe mode. The engine cool-
ant temperature determined by the ECM
is displayed.
VHCL SPEED SE
[km/h] or [mph]The vehicle speed computed from the
vehicle speed sensor signal is dis-
played.
FUEL TEMP SEN
[°C] or [°F]The fuel temperature (sent from elec-
tronic control fuel injection pump) is dis-
played.
ACCEL POS SEN
[V]The accelerator position sensor signal
voltage is displayed.
OFF ACCEL SW
[ON/OFF]Indicates [ON/OFF] condition from the
accelerator position switch signal.
ON BOARD DIAGNOSTIC SYSTEM DESCRIPTIONYD
CONSULT-II (Cont’d)
EC-40

Monitored item
[Unit]ECM
input
signalsMain
signalsDescription Remarks
SPILL/V [°CA] The control position of spill valve (sent
from electronic control fuel injection
pump) is displayed.
BATTERY VOLT [V] The power supply voltage of ECM is
displayed.
P/N POSI SW*1
[ON/OFF] (where
fitted)Indicates [ON/OFF] condition from the
park/neutral position switch signal.
START SIGNAL
[ON/OFF]Indicates [ON/OFF] condition from the
starter signal.After starting the engine, [OFF] is dis-
played regardless of the starter signal.
BRAKE SW
[ON/OFF]Indicates [ON/OFF] condition from the
stop lamp switch signal.
BRAKE SW2
[ON/OFF]Indicates [ON/OFF] condition from the
brake pedal position switch signal.
IGN SW
[ON/OFF]Indicates [ON/OFF] condition from igni-
tion switch signal.
MAS AIR/FL SE [V] The signal voltage of the mass air flow
sensor is displayed.When the engine is stopped, a certain
value is indicated.
INT/A VOLUME [mg/] The intake air volume computed from
the mass air flow sensor signal is dis-
played.
F/CUT SIGNAL
[ON/OFF]The [ON/OFF] condition from decelera-
tion fuel cut signal (sent from electronic
control fuel injection pump) is displayed.
O F F ···F u e l i s c u t o ff .
O N ···F u e l i s n o t c u t o ff .
GLOW RLY
[ON/OFF]The glow relay control condition (deter-
mined by ECM according to the input
signal) is displayed.
COOLING FAN
[LOW/HI/OFF]Indicates the control condition of the
cooling fans (determined by ECM
according to the input signal).
LOW ... Operates at low speed.
HI ... Operates at high speed.
OFF ... Stopped.
BARO SEN [kPa] The barometric pressure (determined by
the signal voltage from the barometric
pressure sensor built into the ECM) is
displayed.
EGR VOL CON/V
[step]Indicates the EGR volume control value
computed by the ECM according to the
input signals.
The opening becomes larger as the
value increases.
*1: On models not equipped with park/neutral position (PNP) switch, “OFF”is always displayed regardless of gear shift position.
NOTE:
Any monitored item that does not match the vehicle being diagnosed is deleted from the display automatically.
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ON BOARD DIAGNOSTIC SYSTEM DESCRIPTIONYD
CONSULT-II (Cont’d)
EC-41

SEF858S
Introduction
SEF233G
SEF234G
NJEC0630The engine has an ECM to control major systems such as fuel
injection control, fuel injection timing control, glow control system,
etc. The ECM accepts input signals from sensors and instantly
drives electronic control fuel injection pump. It is essential that both
input and output signals are proper and stable. At the same time,
it is important that there are no malfunctions such as vacuum leaks,
or other malfunctions with the engine.
It is much more difficult to diagnose an incident that occurs inter-
mittently rather than continuously. Most intermittent incidents are
caused by poor electric connections or improper wiring. In this
case, careful checking of suspected circuits may help prevent the
replacement of good parts.
A visual check only may not find the cause of the malfunctions. A
road test with CONSULT-II or a circuit tester connected should be
performed. Follow the “Work Flow”, EC-46.
Before undertaking actual checks, take a few minutes to talk with
a customer who approaches with a driveability complaint. The cus-
tomer can supply good information about such incidents, especially
intermittent ones. Find out what symptoms are present and under
what conditions they occur. A “Diagnostic Worksheet” like the
example on next page should be used.
Start your diagnosis by looking for “conventional” malfunctions first.
This will help troubleshoot driveability incidents on an electronically
controlled engine vehicle.
SEF907L
DIAGNOSTIC WORKSHEETNJEC0630S01There are many operating conditions that lead to the malfunction
of engine components. A good grasp of such conditions can make
troubleshooting faster and more accurate.
In general, each customer feels differently about an incident. It is
important to fully understand the symptoms or conditions for a
customer complaint.
Utilize a diagnostic worksheet like the one shown below in order to
organize all the information for troubleshooting.
TROUBLE DIAGNOSIS — INTRODUCTIONYD
Introduction
EC-44

Basic InspectionNJEC0632Precaution:
Perform Basic Inspection without electrical or mechanical
loads applied;
Headlamp switch is OFF,
On vehicles equipped with daytime light systems, set
lighting switch to the 1st position to light only small
lamps.
Air conditioner switch is OFF,
Rear defogger switch is OFF,
Steering wheel is in the straight-ahead position, etc.
1 INSPECTION START
1. Check service records for any recent repairs that may indicate a relatedincident.
2. Check the current need for scheduled maintenance, especially for fuel filter and air cleaner filter. Refer to MA-4, “Peri-
odic Maintenance”.
3. Open engine hood and check the following:
Harness connectors for improper connections
Vacuum hoses for splits, kinks, or improper connections
Wiring for improper connections, pinches, or cuts
SEF142I
4. Start engine and warm it up to the normal operating temperature.
GO 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.
GO TO 3.
TROUBLE DIAGNOSIS — BASIC INSPECTIONYD
Basic Inspection
EC-48

3 CHECK IDLE SPEED
With CONSULT-II
1. Select “CKPS·RPM (TDC)” in “DATA MONITOR” mode with CONSULT-II.
2. Read idle speed.
SEF817Y
Without CONSULT-II
Check idle speed.
725±25 rpm
OK or NG
OKINSPECTION END
NG GO TO 4.
4 CHECK FOR INTAKE AIR LEAK
Listen for an intake air leak after the mass air flow sensor.
OK or NG
OK GO TO 5.
NG Repair or replace.
5 BLEED AIR FROM FUEL SYSTEM
1. Stop engine.
2. Use priming pump to bleed air from fuel system. Refer to “AIR BLEEDING”, EC-32.
GO TO 6.
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TROUBLE DIAGNOSIS — BASIC INSPECTIONYD
Basic Inspection (Cont’d)
EC-49

6 CHECK IDLE SPEED AGAIN
With CONSULT-II
1. Start engine and let it idle.
2. Select “CKPS·RPM (TDC)” in “DATA MONITOR” mode with CONSULT-II.
3. Read idle speed.
SEF817Y
Without CONSULT-II
1. Start engine and let it idle.
2. Check idle speed.
725±25 rpm
OK or NG
OKINSPECTION END
NG GO TO 7.
7 DRIN WATER FROM FUEL FILTER
Drain water from fuel filter. Refer to “WATER DRAINING”, EC-32.
GO TO 8.
8 CHECK IDLE SPEED AGAIN
With CONSULT-II
1. Start engine and let it idle.
2. Select “CKPS·RPM (TDC)” in “DATA MONITOR” mode with CONSULT-II.
3. Read idle speed.
SEF817Y
Without CONSULT-II
1. Start engine and let it idle.
2. Check idle speed.
725±25 rpm
OK or NG
OKINSPECTION END
NG GO TO 9.
TROUBLE DIAGNOSIS — BASIC INSPECTIONYD
Basic Inspection (Cont’d)
EC-50