2003 NISSAN TEANA Cooling

DTC P1217 ENGINE OVER TEMPERATURE
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*1: Turn the ignition switch ON.
*2: Engine running at 3,000 rpm for 10 minutes.
*3: Drive at 90 km/h (55 MPH) for 30 minutes and then let idle for 10 minutes.
*4: After 60 minutes of cool down time.
For more information, refer to CO-30, "
OVERHEATING CAUSE ANALYSIS" .
Component InspectionBBS00530
COOLING FAN MOTORS-1 AND -2
1. Disconnect cooling fan motor harness connector.
2. Supply cooling fan motor terminals with battery voltage and
check operation.
Cooling fan motor should operate.
If NG, replace cooling fan motor.
ON*25
Coolant leaks
Visual No leaksCO-34, "LEAK CHECK"
ON*26
Thermostat
Touch the upper and
lower radiator hosesBoth hoses should be hotCO-50, "WATER INLET
AND THERMOSTAT
ASSEMBLY"
ON*17
Cooling fan
CONSULT-II Operating See trouble diagnosis for
DTC P1217 (EC-575
).
OFF 8

Combustion gas leak
Color checker chemical
tester 4 Gas analyzerNegative —
ON*
39
Coolant temperature
gauge
Visual Gauge less than 3/4
when driving—

Coolant overflow to
reservoir tank
Visual No overflow during driving
and idlingCO-34, "LEVEL CHECK"
OFF*410
Coolant return from
reservoir tank to radia-
tor
Visual Should be initial level in
reservoir tankCO-34, "LEVEL CHECK"
OFF 11
Cylinder head
Straight gauge feeler
gauge0.1 mm (0.004 in) Maxi-
mum distortion (warping)EM-210, "CYLINDER
HEAD"
12
Cylinder block and pis-
tons
Visual No scuffing on cylinder
walls or pistonEM-228, "CYLINDER
BLOCK"
Engine Step Inspection item Equipment Standard Reference page
Cooling fan speedCooling fan motor terminals
(+) (−)
Middle (MID)1 3 and 4
2 3 and 4
1 and 2 3
1 and 2 4
High (HI) 1 and 2 3 and 4
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REFRIGERANT PRESSURE SENSOR

REFRIGERANT PRESSURE SENSORPFP:92136
Component DescriptionBBS0056Z
The refrigerant pressure sensor is installed at the condenser of the
air conditioner system. The sensor uses an electrostatic volume
pressure transducer to convert refrigerant pressure to voltage. The
voltage signal is sent to ECM, and ECM controls cooling fan system.
PBIB2112E
PBIB2657E

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CYLINDER HEAD

INSTALLATION
1. Install new cylinder head gasket.
2. Tighten cylinder head bolts in numerical order as shown in the
figure with the following procedure to install cylinder head.
CAUTION:
If cylinder head bolts are re-used, check their outer diame-
ters before installation. Refer to EM-67, "
Cylinder Head
Bolts Outer Diameter" .
a. Apply new engine oil to threads and seating surface of mounting
bolts.
b. Tighten all bolts.
c. Turn all bolts 60 degrees clockwise (angle tightening).
CAUTION:
Check and confirm the tightening angle by using angle
wrench (SST) or protractor. Avoid judgment by visual
inspection without the tool.
d. Completely loosen.
CAUTION:
In this step, loosen bolts in reverse order of that indicated
in the figure.
e. Tighten all bolts.
f. Turn all bolts 75 degrees clockwise (angle tightening).
g. Turn all bolts 75 degrees clockwise again (angle tightening).
3. Install in the reverse order of removal after this step.
INSPECTION AFTER INSTALLATION
Inspection for Leaks
The following are procedures for checking fluids leak, lubricates leak and exhaust gases leak.

Before starting engine, check oil/fluid levels including engine coolant and engine oil. If less than required
quantity, fill to the specified level. Refer to MA-14, "
RECOMMENDED FLUIDS AND LUBRICANTS" .

Use procedure below to check for fuel leakage.
–Turn ignition switch “ON” (with engine stopped). With fuel pressure applied to fuel piping, check for fuel
leakage at connection points.
–Start engine. With engine speed increased, check again for fuel leakage at connection points.

Run engine to check for unusual noise and vibration.

Warm up engine thoroughly to make sure there is no leakage of fuel, exhaust gases, or any oil/fluids
including engine oil and engine coolant.

Bleed air from lines and hoses of applicable lines, such as in cooling system.

After cooling down engine, again check oil/fluid levels including engine oil and engine coolant. Refill to the
specified level, if necessary. : 50.0 N·m (5.1 kg-m, 37 ft-lb)
: 0 N·m (0 kg-m, 0 ft-lb)
: 39.2 N·m (4.0 kg-m, 29 ft-lb)
KBIA0058E
KBIA0059E

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ENGINE ASSEMBLY

REMOVAL
Outline
Remove engine and transaxle assembly with front suspension member from vehicle downward. Separate
front suspension member, and then separate engine and transaxle.
Preparation
1. Release fuel pressure. Refer to EC-49, "FUEL PRESSURE RELEASE" .
2. Drain engine coolant from radiator. Refer to CO-10, "
Changing Engine Coolant" .
CAUTION:

Perform this step when engine is cold.

Do not spill engine coolant on drive belt.
3. Remove the following parts.

Hood assembly; Refer to BL-13, "HOOD" .

Undercover and splash guards (RH and LH)

Front road wheels and tires

Battery, battery tray and battery tray bracket; Refer to SC-4, "BATTERY" .

Drive belt; Refer to EM-14, "DRIVE BELTS" .

Air duct (inlet); Refer to EM-17, "AIR CLEANER AND AIR DUCT" .

Air cleaner case (upper) with mass air flow sensor and air duct assembly; Refer to EM-17, "AIR
CLEANER AND AIR DUCT" .

Alternator and alternator bracket; Refer to SC-27, "CHARGING SYSTEM" .

Radiator and radiator cooling fan assembly, reservoir tank of radiator and system hoses; Refer to CO-
13, "RADIATOR" .
4. Disconnect engine room harness connector from ECM side and set it aside for easier work.
5. Disconnect all vacuum hoses and air hoses connected to vehicle side at engine side.
Engine Room LH
1. Disconnect heater hose, and install plug it to prevent engine coolant from draining. Refer to CO-24,
"THERMOSTAT AND WATER CONTROL VALVE" .
2. Disconnect fuel feed hose, and plug it to prevent fuel from draining. Refer to EM-34, "
FUEL INJECTOR
AND FUEL TUBE" .
3. Disconnect control cable from transaxle. Refer to AT- 2 1 3 , "
SHIFT CONTROL SYSTEM" .
4. Disconnect B terminal harness of starter motor. Refer to SC-14, "
STARTING SYSTEM" .
Engine Room RH
1. Remove IPDM E/R and bracket. Refer to PG-17, "IPDM E/R (INTELLIGENT POWER DISTRIBUTION
MODULE ENGINE ROOM)" .
2. Remove A/C compressor with piping connected from engine. Temporarily secure it on vehicle side with a
rope to avoid putting load on it. Refer to ATC-134, "
Removal and Installation of Compressor" .
3. Remove reservoir tank of power steering oil pump. Temporarily secure it on engine side with a rope. Refer
to PS-39, "
HYDRAULIC LINE" .
Vehicle Underbody
1. Remove RH and LH front drive shafts. Refer to FAX-8, "FRONT DRIVE SHAFT" .
2. Remove exhaust front tube. Refer to EX-2, "
EXHAUST SYSTEM" .
3. Remove rear plate cover from oil pan (upper). Then remove bolts fixing drive plate to torque converter.
Refer to EM-26, "
OIL PAN AND OIL STRAINER" and AT- 2 4 1 , "TRANSAXLE ASSEMBLY" .
4. Remove transaxle joint bolts which pierce at oil pan (upper) lower rear side. Refer to AT- 2 4 1 , "
TRAN-
SAXLE ASSEMBLY" .
5. Disconnect connecting rod for front stabilizer. Refer to FSU-5, "
FRONT SUSPENSION ASSEMBLY" .
6. Remove steering lower joint from steering gear. Refer to PS-12, "
STEERING COLUMN" .
7. Remove power steering fluid piping from front suspension member. Refer to PS-39, "
HYDRAULIC LINE"
.
8. Disconnect power steering fluid piping at a point between vehicle and engine, and install plug it to prevent
power steering fluid. Refer to PS-39, "
HYDRAULIC LINE" .

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ENGINE ASSEMBLY

INSPECTION AFTER INSTALLATION
Inspection for Leaks
The following are procedures for checking fluids leak, lubricates leak and exhaust gases leak.

Before starting engine, check oil/fluid levels including engine coolant and engine oil. If less than required
quantity, fill to the specified level. Refer to MA-14, "
RECOMMENDED FLUIDS AND LUBRICANTS" .

Use procedure below to check for fuel leakage.
–Turn ignition switch “ON” (with engine stopped). With fuel pressure applied to fuel piping, check for fuel
leakage at connection points.
–Start engine. With engine speed increased, check again for fuel leakage at connection points.

Run engine to check for unusual noise and vibration.

Warm up engine thoroughly to make sure there is no leakage of fuel, exhaust gases, or any oil/fluids
including engine oil and engine coolant.

Bleed air from lines and hoses of applicable lines, such as in cooling system.

After cooling down engine, again check oil/fluid levels including engine oil and engine coolant. Refill to the
specified level, if necessary.
Summary of the inspection items:
* Transmission/transaxle/CVT fluid, power steering fluid, brake fluid, etc.Item Before starting engine Engine running After engine stopped
Engine coolant Level Leakage Level
Engine oil Level Leakage Level
Other oils and fluid* Level Leakage Level
Fuel Leakage Leakage Leakage
Exhaust gases — Leakage —

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EXHAUST MANIFOLD AND THREE WAY CATALYST

EXHAUST MANIFOLD AND THREE WAY CATALYSTPFP:14004
Removal and InstallationBBS004VT
REMOVAL
WARNING:
Perform the work when the exhaust and cooling system have completely cooled down.
1. Drain engine coolant. Refer to CO-34, "
Changing Engine Coolant" .
CAUTION:

Perform this step when engine is cold.

Do not spill engine coolant on drive belts.
2. Remove the following:

Engine cover; Refer to EM-133, "INTAKE MANIFOLD COLLECTOR" .

Air duct (inlet), air cleaner cases (upper and lower) with mass air flow sensor and air duct assembly;
Refer to EM-131, "
AIR CLEANER AND AIR DUCT" .

Undercover

Radiator and radiator cooling fan assembly; Refer to CO-37, "RADIATOR" .
1. Heated oxygen sensor 1 (bank 1) 2. Exhaust manifold cover (right bank) 3. Exhaust manifold (right bank)
4. Ring gasket 5. Three way catalyst (right bank) 6.Three way catalyst support (right
bank)
7. Heated oxygen sensor 2 (bank 1) 8. Gasket 9. Gasket
10. Heated oxygen sensor 1 (bank 2) 11. Three way catalyst (left bank) 12. Three way catalyst cover
13. Three way catalyst cover 14. Three way catalyst cover 15.Three way catalyst support (left
bank)
16. Heated oxygen sensor 2 (bank 2) 17. Exhaust manifold cover (left bank) 18. Exhaust manifold (left bank)
PBIC2461E

FRONT TIMING CHAIN CASE
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e. Tighten mounting bolts in numerical order as shown in the fig-
ure.
12. Install crankshaft pulley as follows:
a. Install crankshaft pulley, taking care not to damage front oil seal.

When press-fitting crankshaft pulley with plastic hammer, tap on its center portion (not circumference).
b. Fix crankshaft with pulley holder [SST: KV10109300].
c. Tighten crankshaft pulley bolt.
d. Place a matching mark (A) on crank pulley (1) aligning with the
matching (B) of crank pulley mounting bolt (2). Tighten the bolts
90 degrees (one marks).
e. Rotate crankshaft pulley in normal direction (clockwise when viewed from engine front) to confirm it turns
smoothly.
13. For the following operations, perform steps in the reverse order of removal.
INSPECTION AFTER INSTALLATION
Inspection for Leaks
The following are procedures for checking fluid leak, lubricates leak and exhaust gases leak.

Before starting engine, check oil/fluid levels including engine coolant and engine oil. If less than required
quantity, fill to the specified level. Refer to MA-14, "
RECOMMENDED FLUIDS AND LUBRICANTS" .

Run engine to check for unusual noise and vibration.
NOTE:
If hydraulic pressure inside timing chain tensioner drops after removal/installation, slack in the guide may
generate a pounding noise during and just after engine start. However, this is normal. Noise will stop after
hydraulic pressure rises.

Warm up engine thoroughly to make sure there is no leakage of exhaust gases, or any oil/fluids including
engine oil and engine coolant.

Bleed air from lines and hoses of applicable lines, such as in cooling system.

After cooling down engine, again check oil/fluid levels including engine oil and engine coolant. Refill to the
specified level, if necessary.
PBIC0918E
: 44.1 N·m (4.5 kg-m, 33 ft-lb)
PBIC4627J

TIMING CHAIN
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e. Rotate crankshaft pulley in normal direction (clockwise when viewed from engine front) to confirm it turns
smoothly.
17. For the following operations, perform steps in the reverse order of removal.
INSPECTION AFTER INSTALLATION
Inspection for Leaks
The following are procedures for checking fluids leak, lubricates leak and exhaust gases leak.

Before starting engine, check oil/fluid levels including engine coolant and engine oil. If less than required
quantity, fill to the specified level. Refer to MA-14, "
RECOMMENDED FLUIDS AND LUBRICANTS" .

Use procedure below to check for fuel leakage.
–Turn ignition switch “ON” (with engine stopped). With fuel pressure applied to fuel piping, check for fuel
leakage at connection points.
–Start engine. With engine speed increased, check again for fuel leakage at connection points.

Run engine to check for unusual noise and vibration.
NOTE:
If hydraulic pressure inside timing chain tensioner drops after removal/installation, slack in the guide may
generate a pounding noise during and just after engine start. However, this is normal. Noise will stop after
hydraulic pressure rises.

Warm up engine thoroughly to make sure there is no leakage of fuel, exhaust gases, or any oil/fluids
including engine oil and engine coolant.

Bleed air from lines and hoses of applicable lines, such as in cooling system.

After cooling down engine, again check oil/fluid levels including engine oil and engine coolant. Refill to the
specified level, if necessary.
Summary of the inspection items:
* Transmission/transaxle/CVT fluid. power steering fluid, brake fluid, etc.Item Before starting engine Engine running After engine stopped
Engine coolant Level Leakage Level
Engine oil Level Leakage Level
Other oils and fluid* Level Leakage Level
Fuel Leakage Leakage Leakage
Exhaust gases — Leakage —