2003 NISSAN TEANA fuel type

ENGINE CONTROL SYSTEM
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FUEL INJECTION TIMING
Two types of systems are used.
Sequential Multiport Fuel Injection System
Fuel is injected into each cylinder during each engine cycle according to the firing order. This system is used
when the engine is running.
Simultaneous Multiport Fuel Injection System
Fuel is injected simultaneously into all four cylinders twice each engine cycle. In other words, pulse signals of
the same width are simultaneously transmitted from the ECM.
The four fuel injectors will then receive the signals two times for each engine cycle.
This system is used when the engine is being started and/or if the fail-safe system (CPU) is operating.
FUEL SHUT-OFF
Fuel to each cylinder is cut off during deceleration or operation of the engine at excessively high speeds.
Electronic Ignition (EI) SystemBBS005BG
INPUT/OUTPUT SIGNAL CHART
*1: This signal is sent to the ECM through CAN communication line.
*2: ECM determines the start signal status by the signals of engine speed and battery voltage.
SYSTEM DESCRIPTION
Firing order: 1-3-4-2
The ignition timing is controlled by the ECM to maintain the best air-fuel ratio for every running condition of the
engine. The ignition timing data is stored in the ECM.
The ECM receives information such as the injection pulse width and camshaft position sensor signal. Comput-
ing this information, ignition signals are transmitted to the power transistor.
During the following conditions, the ignition timing is revised by the ECM according to the other data stored in
the ECM.

At starting

During warm-up

At idle

At low battery voltage

During acceleration
SEF337W
Sensor Input Signal to ECM ECM function Actuator
Crankshaft position sensor (POS)
Engine speed*
2
Piston position
Ignition timing
controlPower transistor Camshaft position sensor (PHASE)
Mass air flow sensor Amount of intake air
Engine coolant temperature sensor Engine coolant temperature
Throttle position sensor Throttle position
Accelerator pedal position sensor Accelerator pedal position
Knock sensor Engine knocking
Park/neutral position (PNP) switch Gear position
Battery
Battery voltage*
2
Wheel sensor
Vehicle speed*1

FUEL PUMP
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FUEL PUMPPFP:17042
DescriptionBBS005IM
SYSTEM DESCRIPTION
*: ECM determines the start signal status by the signals of engine speed and battery voltage.
The ECM activates the fuel pump for several seconds after the ignition switch is turned ON to improve engine
startability. If the ECM receives a engine speed signal from the crankshaft position sensor (POS) and cam-
shaft position sensor (PHASE), it knows that the engine is rotating, and causes the pump to operate. If the
engine speed signal is not received when the ignition switch is ON, the engine stalls. The ECM stops pump
operation and prevents battery discharging, thereby improving safety. The ECM does not directly drive the fuel
pump. It controls the ON/OFF fuel pump relay, which in turn controls the fuel pump.
COMPONENT DESCRIPTION
A turbine type design fuel pump is used in the fuel tank.
CONSULT-II Reference Value in Data Monitor ModeBBS005IN
Specification data are reference values.
Sensor Input Signal to ECM ECM Function Actuator
Crankshaft position sensor (POS)
Camshaft position sensor (PHASE)Engine speed*
Fuel pump control Fuel pump relay
Battery Battery voltage*
Condition Fuel pump operation
Ignition switch is turned to ON. Operates for 1 second.
Engine running and crankingOperates.
When engine is stoppedStops in 1.5 seconds.
Except as shown aboveStops.
PBIB2259E
MONITOR ITEM CONDITION SPECIFICATION
FUEL PUMP RLY

For 1 second after turning ignition switch ON

Engine running or crankingON

Except above conditions OFF

EC-360
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ENGINE CONTROL SYSTEM

FUEL INJECTION TIMING
Two types of systems are used.
Sequential Multiport Fuel Injection System
Fuel is injected into each cylinder during each engine cycle according to the firing order. This system is used
when the engine is running.
Simultaneous Multiport Fuel Injection System
Fuel is injected simultaneously into all six cylinders twice each engine cycle. In other words, pulse signals of
the same width are simultaneously transmitted from the ECM.
The six fuel injectors will then receive the signals two times for each engine cycle.
This system is used when the engine is being started and/or if the fail-safe system (CPU) is operating.
FUEL SHUT-OFF
Fuel to each cylinder is cut off during deceleration, operation of the engine at excessively high speeds or oper-
ation of the vehicle at excessively high speed.
Electronic Ignition (EI) SystemBBS004XK
INPUT/OUTPUT SIGNAL CHART
*1: This signal is sent to the ECM through CAN communication line.
*2: ECM determines the start signal status by the signals of engine speed and battery voltage.
SYSTEM DESCRIPTION
Firing order: 1 - 2 - 3 - 4 - 5 - 6
The ignition timing is controlled by the ECM to maintain the best air-fuel ratio for every running condition of the
engine. The ignition timing data is stored in the ECM.
The ECM receives information such as the injection pulse width and camshaft position sensor signal. Comput-
ing this information, ignition signals are transmitted to the power transistor.
During the following conditions, the ignition timing is revised by the ECM according to the other data stored in
the ECM.

At starting

During warm-up

At idle

At low battery voltage
SEF179U
Sensor Input Signal to ECM ECM function Actuator
Crankshaft position sensor (POS)
Engine speed*
2
Piston position
Ignition timing
controlPower transistor Camshaft position sensor (PHASE)
Mass air flow sensor Amount of intake air
Engine coolant temperature sensor Engine coolant temperature
Throttle position sensor Throttle position
Accelerator pedal position sensor Accelerator pedal position
Knock sensor Engine knocking
Park/neutral position (PNP) switch Gear position
Battery
Battery voltage*
2
Wheel sensor
Vehicle speed*1

EC-690
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FUEL PUMP

FUEL PUMPPFP:17042
DescriptionBBS0056P
SYSTEM DESCRIPTION
*: ECM determines the start signal status by the signals of engine speed and battery voltage.
The ECM activates the fuel pump for 1 second after the ignition switch is turned ON to improve engine start-
ability. If the ECM receives a engine speed signal from the camshaft position sensor (PHASE), it knows that
the engine is rotating, and causes the pump to operate. If the engine speed signal is not received when the
ignition switch is ON, the engine stalls. The ECM stops pump operation and prevents battery discharging,
thereby improving safety. The ECM does not directly drive the fuel pump. It controls the ON/OFF fuel pump
relay, which in turn controls the fuel pump.
COMPONENT DESCRIPTION
A turbine type design fuel pump is used in the fuel tank.
CONSULT-II Reference Value in Data Monitor ModeBBS0056Q
Specification data are reference values.
Sensor Input Signal to ECM ECM Function Actuator
Crankshaft position sensor (POS)
Camshaft position sensor (PHASE)Engine speed*
Fuel pump control Fuel pump relay
Battery Battery voltage*
Condition Fuel pump operation
Ignition switch is turned to ON. Operates for 1 second.
Engine running and crankingOperates.
When engine is stoppedStops in 1.5 seconds.
Except as shown aboveSto ps.
PBIB2259E
MONITOR ITEM CONDITION SPECIFICATION
FUEL PUMP RLY

For 1 second after turning ignition switch ON

Engine running or crankingON

Except above conditions OFF

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ENGINE MECHANICAL
B ENGINE
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SECTION EM
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ENGINE MECHANICAL
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PRECAUTIONS .......................................................... 5
Precautions Necessary for Steering Wheel Rotation
After Battery Disconnect .......................................... 5
OPERATION PROCEDURE ................................. 5
Precautions for Drain Engine Coolant ...................... 5
Precautions for Disconnecting Fuel Piping .............. 5
Precautions for Removal and Disassembly ............. 5
Precautions for Inspection, Repair and Replace-
ment ......................................................................... 5
Precautions for Assembly and Installation ............... 5
Parts Requiring Angle Tightening ............................. 6
Precautions For Liquid Gasket ................................. 6
REMOVAL OF LIQUID GASKET .......................... 6
LIQUID GASKET APPLICATION PROCEDURE ..... 6
PREPARATION ........................................................... 8
Special Service Tools ............................................... 8
Commercial Service Tools ...................................... 10
NOISE, VIBRATION AND HARSHNESS (NVH)
TROUBLESHOOTING .............................................. 12
NVH Troubleshooting — Engine Noise .................. 12
Use the Chart Below to Help You Find the Cause
of the Symptom. ..................................................... 13
DRIVE BELTS ........................................................... 14
Checking Drive Belts .............................................. 14
Tension Adjustment ................................................ 14
Removal and Installation ........................................ 14
REMOVAL ........................................................... 14
INSTALLATION ................................................... 15
Removal and Installation of Drive Belt Auto-Ten-
sioner ..................................................................... 15
REMOVAL ........................................................... 15
INSTALLATION ................................................... 16
AIR CLEANER AND AIR DUCT ............................... 17
Removal and Installation ........................................ 17
REMOVAL ........................................................... 17
INSPECTION AFTER REMOVAL ....................... 18INSTALLATION ................................................... 18
Changing Air Cleaner Filter .................................... 18
REMOVAL ........................................................... 18
INSTALLATION ................................................... 18
INTAKE MANIFOLD ................................................. 19
Removal and Installation ........................................ 19
REMOVAL ........................................................... 19
INSTALLATION ................................................... 21
INSPECTION AFTER INSTALLATION ................ 22
EXHAUST MANIFOLD AND THREE WAY CATA-
LYST .......................................................................... 23
Removal and Installation ........................................ 23
REMOVAL ........................................................... 23
INSPECTION AFTER REMOVAL ....................... 24
INSTALLATION ................................................... 24
OIL PAN AND OIL STRAINER ................................. 26
Removal and Installation ........................................ 26
REMOVAL ........................................................... 26
INSPECTION AFTER REMOVAL ....................... 28
INSTALLATION ................................................... 28
INSPECTION AFTER INSTALLATION ................ 30
IGNITION COIL ......................................................... 31
Removal and Installation ........................................ 31
REMOVAL ........................................................... 31
INSTALLATION ................................................... 31
SPARK PLUG(PLATINUM-TIPPED TYPE) .............. 32
Removal and Installation ........................................ 32
REMOVAL ........................................................... 32
INSPECTION AFTER REMOVAL ....................... 32
INSTALLATION ................................................... 33
FUEL INJECTOR AND FUEL TUBE ........................ 34
Removal and Installation ........................................ 34
REMOVAL ........................................................... 34
INSTALLATION ................................................... 36
INSPECTION AFTER INSTALLATION ................ 38
ROCKER COVER ..................................................... 39
Removal and Installation ........................................ 39
REMOVAL ........................................................... 39
INSTALLATION ................................................... 40

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Parts Requiring Angle Tightening ......................... 120
Precautions for Liquid Gasket .............................. 120
REMOVAL OF LIQUID GASKET SEALING ...... 120
LIQUID GASKET APPLICATION PROCEDURE . 120
PREPARATION ....................................................... 122
Special Service Tools ........................................... 122
Commercial Service Tools .................................... 124
NOISE, VIBRATION AND HARSHNESS (NVH)
TROUBLESHOOTING ............................................ 126
NVH Troubleshooting — Engine Noise ................ 126
Use the Chart Below to Help You Find the Cause
of the Symptom. ................................................... 127
DRIVE BELTS ......................................................... 128
Checking Drive Belts ............................................ 128
Tension Adjustment .............................................. 128
ALTERNATOR AND A/C COMPRESSOR BELT . 129
POWER STEERING OIL PUMP BELT ............. 129
Removal and Installation ...................................... 129
REMOVAL ......................................................... 129
INSTALLATION ................................................. 129
AIR CLEANER AND AIR DUCT ............................. 131
Removal and Installation ...................................... 131
REMOVAL ......................................................... 131
INSPECTION AFTER REMOVAL ..................... 132
INSTALLATION ................................................. 132
Changing Air Cleaner Filter .................................. 132
REMOVAL ......................................................... 132
INSTALLATION ................................................. 132
INTAKE MANIFOLD COLLECTOR ........................ 133
Removal and Installation ...................................... 133
REMOVAL ......................................................... 134
INSPECTION AFTER REMOVAL ..................... 136
INSTALLATION ................................................. 136
INTAKE MANIFOLD ............................................... 138
Removal and Installation ...................................... 138
REMOVAL ......................................................... 138
INSPECTION AFTER REMOVAL ..................... 139
INSTALLATION ................................................. 139
EXHAUST MANIFOLD AND THREE WAY CATA-
LYST ....................................................................... 140
Removal and Installation ...................................... 140
REMOVAL ......................................................... 140
INSPECTION AFTER REMOVAL ..................... 142
INSTALLATION ................................................. 142
OIL PAN AND OIL STRAINER ............................... 145
Removal and Installation ...................................... 145
REMOVAL ......................................................... 145
INSPECTION AFTER REMOVAL ..................... 148
INSTALLATION ................................................. 148
INSPECTION AFTER INSTALLATION ............. 150
IGNITION COIL ....................................................... 152
Removal and Installation ...................................... 152
REMOVAL ......................................................... 152
INSTALLATION ................................................. 152
SPARK PLUG (PLATINUM-TIPPED TYPE) ........... 153
Removal and Installation ...................................... 153
REMOVAL ......................................................... 153
INSPECTION AFTER REMOVAL ..................... 153
INSTALLATION ................................................. 154FUEL INJECTOR AND FUEL TUBE ......................155
Removal and Installation ......................................155
REMOVAL .........................................................155
INSTALLATION .................................................157
INSPECTION AFTER INSTALLATION ..............159
ROCKER COVER ...................................................160
Removal and Installation ......................................160
REMOVAL .........................................................160
INSTALLATION .................................................161
FRONT TIMING CHAIN CASE ...............................163
Removal and Installation ......................................163
REMOVAL .........................................................163
INSTALLATION .................................................166
INSPECTION AFTER INSTALLATION ..............171
TIMING CHAIN ........................................................173
Removal and Installation ......................................173
REMOVAL .........................................................174
INSPECTION AFTER REMOVAL .....................180
INSTALLATION .................................................181
INSPECTION AFTER INSTALLATION ..............191
CAMSHAFT ............................................................192
Removal and Installation ......................................192
REMOVAL .........................................................192
INSPECTION AFTER REMOVAL .....................194
INSTALLATION .................................................197
INSPECTION AFTER INSTALLATION ..............201
Valve Clearance ...................................................202
INSPECTION ....................................................202
ADJUSTMENT ..................................................205
OIL SEAL ................................................................207
Removal and Installation of Valve Oil Seal ...........207
REMOVAL .........................................................207
INSTALLATION .................................................207
Removal and Installation of Front Oil Seal ...........208
REMOVAL .........................................................208
INSTALLATION .................................................208
Removal and Installation of Rear Oil Seal ............208
REMOVAL .........................................................208
INSTALLATION .................................................209
CYLINDER HEAD ...................................................210
On-Vehicle Service ...............................................210
CHECKING COMPRESSION PRESSURE .......210
Removal and Installation ......................................211
REMOVAL .........................................................211
INSPECTION AFTER REMOVAL .....................212
INSTALLATION .................................................213
INSPECTION AFTER INSTALLATION ..............215
Disassembly and Assembly ..................................215
DISASSEMBLY .................................................216
ASSEMBLY .......................................................216
Inspection After Disassembly ...............................218
VALVE DIMENSIONS ........................................218
VALVE GUIDE CLEARANCE ............................218
VALVE GUIDE REPLACEMENT .......................219
VALVE SEAT CONTACT ...................................220
VALVE SEAT REPLACEMENT .........................220
VALVE SPRING SQUARENESS .......................221
VALVE SPRING DIMENSIONS AND VALVE
SPRING PRESSURE LOAD .............................221

CYLINDER HEAD
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CYLINDER HEADPFP:11041
On-Vehicle ServiceBBS0059B
CHECKING COMPRESSION PRESSURE
1. Warm up engine thoroughly. Then, stop it.
2. Release fuel pressure. Refer to EC-49, "
FUEL PRESSURE RELEASE" .
3. Disconnect fuel pump fuse to avoid fuel injection during mea-
surement.
4. Remove engine cover. Refer to EM-19, "
INTAKE MANIFOLD" .
5. Remove ignition coil and spark plug from each cylinder. Refer to EM-31, "
IGNITION COIL" and EM-32,
"SPARK PLUG(PLATINUM-TIPPED TYPE)" .
6. Connect engine tachometer (not required in use of CONSULT-II).
7. Install compression tester with adapter onto spark plug hole.

Use compression gauge whose picking up end inserted to
spark plug hole is smaller than 20 mm (0.79 in) in diameter.
Otherwise, it may be caught by cylinder head during removal.
8. With accelerator pedal fully depressed, turn ignition switch to “START” for cranking. When the gauge
pointer stabilizes, read the compression pressure and engine rpm. Perform these steps to check each cyl-
inder.
Compression pressure:
Unit: kPa (bar, kg/cm2 , psi) /rpm
CAUTION:
Always use a fully changed battery to obtain specified engine speed.
PBIB2110E
PBIC2420E
SBIA0533E
Standard Minimum Differential limit between cylinders
1,190 (11.9, 12.1, 173) / 250 990 (9.9, 10.1, 144) / 250 100 (1.0, 1.0, 14) / 250

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CYLINDER HEAD

CYLINDER HEADPFP:11041
On-Vehicle ServiceBBS004W6
CHECKING COMPRESSION PRESSURE
1. Warm up engine thoroughly. Then, stop it.
2. Release fuel pressure. Refer to EC-392, "
FUEL PRESSURE RELEASE" .
3. Disconnect fuel pump fuse to avoid fuel injection during mea-
surement.
4. Remove engine cover. Refer to EM-133, "
INTAKE MANIFOLD COLLECTOR" .
5. Remove ignition coil and spark plug from each cylinder. Refer to EM-152, "
IGNITION COIL" and EM-153,
"SPARK PLUG (PLATINUM-TIPPED TYPE)" .
6. Connect engine tachometer (not required in use of CONSULT-ll).
7. Install compression tester with adapter onto spark plug hole.

Use compression gauge whose picking up end inserted to
spark plug hole is smaller than 20 mm (0.79 in) in diameter.
Otherwise, it may be caught by cylinder head during removal.
8. With accelerator pedal fully depressed, turn ignition switch to “START” for cranking. When the gauge
pointer stabilizes, read the compression pressure and engine rpm. Perform these steps to check each cyl-
inder.
Compression pressure:
Unit: kPa (bar, kg/cm2 , psi) /rpm
PBIB2110E
PBIC0900E
SBIA0533E
VQ23DE VQ35DE
Standard 1,050 (10.5, 10.7, 152) / 300 1,270 (12.70, 13.0, 184) / 300
Minimum 750 (7.5, 7.7, 109) / 300 980 (9.8, 10.0, 142) / 300
Differential limit between cylinders 100 (1.0, 1.0, 15) / 300 100 (1.0, 1.0, 15) / 300