MODEL J31 SERIES
2006 NISSAN EUROPE S.A.S.
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A GENERAL INFORMATION
B ENGINE
C TRANSMISSION/TRANSAXLE
D DRIVELINE/AXLE
E SUSPENSION
F BRAKES
G STEERING H RESTRAINTS
I BODY
J AIR CONDITIONER
K ELECTRICAL
L MAINTENANCE
M INDEXGI General Information
EM Engine Mechanical
LU Engine Lubrication System
CO Engine Cooling System
EC Engine Control System
FL Fuel System
EX Exhaust System
ACC Accelerator Control System
AT Automatic Transmission
CVT CVT
FAX Front Axle
RAX Rear Axle
FSU Front Suspension
RSU Rear Suspension
WT Road Wheels & Tires
BR Brake System
PB Parking Brake System
BRC Brake Control System
PS Power Steering System
SB Seat Belts
SRS Supplemental Restraint System (SRS)
BL Body, Lock & Security System
GW Glasses, Window System & Mirrors
RF Roof
EI Exterior & Interior
IP Instrument Panel
SE Seat
ATC Automatic Air Conditioner
SC Starting & Charging System
LT Lighting System
DI Driver Information System
WW Wiper, Washer & Horn
BCS Body Control System
LAN LAN System
AV Audio, Visual & Telephone System
ACS Auto Cruise Control System
PG Power Supply, Ground & Circuit Elements
MA Maintenance
IDX Alphabetical Index
QUICK REFERENCE INDEX
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AUTOMATIC AIR CONDITIONER
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AUTOMATIC AIR CONDITIONER
PRECAUTIONS .......................................................... 5
Precautions for Supplemental Restraint System
(SRS) “AIR BAG” and “SEAT BELT PRE-TEN-
SIONER” .................................................................. 5
Precautions Necessary for Steering Wheel Rotation
After Battery Disconnect .......................................... 5
OPERATION PROCEDURE ................................. 5
Precautions for Working with HFC-134a (R-134a) ..... 5
General Refrigerant Precautions .............................. 6
Precautions for Refrigerant Connection ................... 6
ABOUT ONE-TOUCH JOINT ................................ 6
FEATURES OF NEW TYPE REFRIGERANT
CONNECTION ...................................................... 8
O-RING AND REFRIGERANT CONNECTION ..... 9
Precautions for Servicing Compressor .................... 11
Precautions for Service Equipment ........................ 12
RECOVERY/RECYCLING EQUIPMENT ............ 12
ELECTRICAL LEAK DETECTOR ....................... 12
VACUUM PUMP ................................................. 12
MANIFOLD GAUGE SET .................................... 12
SERVICE HOSES ............................................... 13
SERVICE COUPLERS ........................................ 13
REFRIGERANT WEIGHT SCALE ...................... 13
CALIBRATING ACR4 WEIGHT SCALE .............. 13
CHARGING CYLINDER ...................................... 14
Precautions for Leak Detection Dye ....................... 14
IDENTIFICATION ................................................ 14
IDENTIFICATION LABEL FOR VEHICLE ........... 14
PREPARATION ......................................................... 15
Special Service Tools ............................................. 15
HFC-134a (R-134a) Service Tools and Equipment ... 16
Commercial Service Tools ...................................... 18
REFRIGERATION SYSTEM ..................................... 19
Refrigerant Cycle ................................................... 19
REFRIGERANT FLOW ....................................... 19
FREEZE PROTECTION ..................................... 19
Refrigerant System Protection ............................... 19
REFRIGERANT PRESSURE SENSOR ............. 19
PRESSURE RELIEF VALVE ............................... 19
Component Layout ................................................. 20LUBRICANT .............................................................. 21
Maintenance of Lubricant Quantity in Compressor ... 21
LUBRICANT ........................................................ 21
LUBRICANT RETURN OPERATION .................. 21
LUBRICANT ADJUSTING PROCEDURE FOR
COMPONENTS REPLACEMENT EXCEPT
COMPRESSOR .................................................. 22
LUBRICANT ADJUSTING PROCEDURE FOR
COMPRESSOR REPLACEMENT ....................... 22
AIR CONDITIONER CONTROL ............................... 24
Description of Air Conditioner LAN Control System ... 24
System Construction .............................................. 24
OPERATION ........................................................ 24
TRANSMISSION DATA AND TRANSMISSION
ORDER ............................................................... 25
AIR MIX DOOR CONTROL (AUTOMATIC TEM-
PERATURE CONTROL) ..................................... 26
FAN SPEED CONTROL ...................................... 26
INTAKE DOOR CONTROL ................................. 26
MODE DOOR CONTROL ................................... 26
MAGNET CLUTCH CONTROL ........................... 27
SELF-DIAGNOSIS SYSTEM .............................. 27
Description of Control System ................................ 28
Control Operation ................................................... 29
DISPLAY SCREEN .............................................. 29
TEMPERATURE CONTROL SWITCH (POTEN-
TIO TEMPERATURE CONTROL) (DRIVER
SIDE) ................................................................... 29
TEMPERATURE CONTROL SWITCH (POTEN-
TIO TEMPERATURE CONTROL) (PASSEN-
GER SIDE) .......................................................... 29
AUTO SWITCH ................................................... 29
A/C SWITCH ....................................................... 29
FAN SWITCH ...................................................... 29
INTAKE SWITCH ................................................. 30
MODE SWITCH .................................................. 30
DEFROSTER (DEF) SWITCH ............................. 30
REAR WINDOW DEFOGGER SWITCH ............. 30
DUAL SWITCH .................................................... 30
Fail-safe Function ................................................... 30
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AIR CONDITIONER CONTROL
When fan control switch (DOWN) is pressed for approximately 2 seconds or longer or press fan control
switch when blower fan motor operates at 1st speed, A/C system will turn OFF (The compressor and
blower are OFF, the intake doors and the mode doors are automatically controlled).
INTAKE SWITCH
When intake switch is ON, FRE LED turns ON, and air inlet is fixed to FRE.
When press intake switch again, REC LED turns ON, and air inlet is fixed to REC.
When intake switch is pressed for approximately 1.5 seconds or longer, FRE and REC LEDs blink twice.
Then, automatic control mode is entered. Inlet status is displayed by LED even during automatic con-
trolled.
When FRE LED is turned ON, shifting mode position to D/F or DEF, or when compressor is turned from
ON to OFF, intake switch is automatically turned OFF (fixed to FRE mode). REC mode can be re-entered
by pressing intake switch again, and then compressor is turned ON. (Except D/F or DEF position)
MODE SWITCH
The air discharge outlets is controlled with this switch.
DEFROSTER (DEF) SWITCH
Mode doors are set to the defrost position with this switch. Also, intake doors are set to the outside air position,
and compressor turns ON.
REAR WINDOW DEFOGGER SWITCH
When illumination is ON, rear window is defogged.
DUAL SWITCH
When the DUAL switch indicator is illuminated, the driver-side and passenger-side temperature can each
be set independently.
When the DUAL switch indicator is not illuminated, the driver-side setting temperature is applied to both
sides.
Fail-safe FunctionBJS000FN
If a communication error exists between the unified meter and A/C amp. and the A/C and AV switch for 30 sec-
onds or longer, air conditioner is controlled under the following conditions:
Compressor : ON
Air outlet : AUTO
Air inlet : FRE (Fresh)
Blower fan speed : AUTO
Set temperature : Setting before communication error occurs
Display : OFF
TROUBLE DIAGNOSIS
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Test Condition
Testing must be performed as follows:
Test Reading
Recirculating-to-discharge Air Temperature Table
Ambient Air Temperature-to-operating Pressure Table
Vehicle condition Indoors or in the shade (in a well-ventilated place)
Doors Closed
Door windows Open
Hood Open
TEMP. Max. COLD
Mode switch
(Ventilation) set
Intake switch
(Recirculation) set
Fan (blower) speedMax. speed set
Engine speed Idle speed
Operate the air conditioning system for 10 minutes before taking measurements.
Inside air (Recirculating air) at blower assembly inlet
Discharge air temperature at center ventilator
°C (°F) Relative humidity
%Air temperature
°C (°F)
50 - 6020 (68) 8.9 - 10.6 (48 - 51)
25 (77) 12.8 - 15.4 (55 - 60)
30 (86) 16.8 - 20.1 (62 - 68)
60 - 7020 (68) 10.6 - 12.2 (51 - 54)
25 (77) 15.4 - 17.9 (60 - 64)
30 (86) 20.1 - 23.4 (68 - 74)
Ambient air
High-pressure (Discharge side)
kPa (bar, kg/cm
2 , psi)Low-pressure (Suction side)
kPa (bar, kg/cm2 , psi) Relative humidity
%Air temperature
°C (°F)
50 - 7020 (68)780 - 970
(7.80 - 9.70, 7.96 - 9.89, 113.1 - 140.7)150 - 180
(1.50 - 1.80, 1.53 - 1.84, 21.8 - 26.1)
25 (77)920 - 1,140
(9.20 - 11.40, 9.38 - 11.63, 133.4 - 165.3)170 - 200
(1.70 - 2.00, 1.73 - 2.04, 24.7 - 29.1)
30 (86)950 - 1,190
(9.50 - 11.90, 9.69 - 12.14, 137.8 - 172.6)185 - 235
(1.85 - 2.35, 1.89 - 2.40, 26.8 - 34.1)
35 (95)1,080 - 1,350
(10.80 - 13.50, 11.02 - 13.77, 156.6 - 195.8)222 - 275
(2.22 - 2.75, 2.26 - 2.81, 32.2 - 39.9)
40 (104)1,250 - 1,550
(12.50 - 15.50, 12.75 - 15.81, 181.3 - 224.8)253 - 325
(2.53 - 3.25, 2.58 - 3.32, 36.7 - 47.1)
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REFRIGERANT LINES
Checking for Refrigerant LeaksBJS000JF
Perform a visual inspection of all refrigeration parts, fittings, hoses and components for signs of A/C lubricant
leakage, damage and corrosion. A/C lubricant leakage may indicate an area of refrigerant leakage. Allow
extra inspection time in these areas when using either an electrical leak detector or fluorescent dye leak
detector (SST: J-42220).
If dye is observed, confirm the leak with an electrical leak detector. It is possible a prior leak was repaired and
not properly cleaned.
When searching for leaks, do not stop when one leak is found but continue to check for additional leaks at all
system components and connections.
When searching for refrigerant leaks using an electrical leak detector, move the probe along the suspected
leak area at 1 to 2 inches per second and no further than 1/4 inch from the component.
CAUTION:
Moving the electrical leak detector probe slower and closer to the suspected leak area will improve the
chances of finding a leak.
Checking System for Leaks Using the Fluorescent Leak DetectorBJS000JG
1. Check A/C system for leaks using the UV lamp and safety goggles (SST: J-42220) in a low sunlight area
(area without windows preferable). Illuminate all components, fittings and lines. The dye will appear as a
bright green/yellow area at the point of leakage. Fluorescent dye observed at the evaporator drain open-
ing indicates an evaporator core assembly (tubes, core or expansion valve) leak.
2. If the suspected area is difficult to see, use an adjustable mirror or wipe the area with a clean shop rag or
cloth, with the UV lamp for dye residue.
3. After the leak is repaired, remove any residual dye using dye cleaner (SST: J-43872) to prevent future
misdiagnosis.
4. Perform a system performance check and verify the leak repair with an approved electrical leak detector.
NOTE:
Other gases in the work area or substances on the A/C components, for example, anti-freeze, windshield
washer fluid, solvents and lubricants, may falsely trigger the leak detector. Make sure the surfaces to be
checked are clean.
Clean with a dry cloth or blow off with shop air.
Do not allow the sensor tip of the detector to contact with any substance. This can also cause false readings
and may damage the detector.
Dye InjectionBJS000JH
(This procedure is only necessary when recharging the system or when the compressor has seized and was
replaced.)
1. Check A/C system static (at rest) pressure. Pressure must be at least 345 kPa (3.45 bar, 3.52 kg/cm
2 , 50
psi).
2. Pour one bottle (1/4 ounce / 7.4 cc) of the A/C refrigerant dye into the injector tool (SST: J-41459).
3. Connect the injector tool to the A/C low-pressure side service valve.
4. Start engine and switch A/C ON.
5. When the A/C operating (compressor running), inject one bottle (1/4 ounce / 7.4 cc) of fluorescent dye
through the low-pressure service valve using dye injector tool (SST: J-41459) (refer to the manufacture's
operating instructions).
6. With the engine still running, disconnect the injector tool from the service valve.
CAUTION:
Be careful the A/C system or replacing a component, pour the dye directly into the open system
connection and proceed with the service procedures.
7. Operate the A/C system for a minimum of 20 minutes to mix the dye with the system oil. Depending on the
leak size, operating conditions and location of the leak, it may take from minutes to days for the dye to
penetrate a leak and become visible.
8. Attach a blue label as necessary.
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AUDIO, VISUAL, NAVIGATION & TELEPHONE SYSTEM
PRECAUTIONS .......................................................... 3
Precautions for Supplemental Restraint System
(SRS) “AIR BAG” and “SEAT BELT PRE-TEN-
SIONER” .................................................................. 3
AUDIO (WITH INTEGRATED DISPLAY SYSTEM) ..... 4
System Description .................................................. 4
AUDIO SYSTEM ................................................... 4
Component Parts Location ....................................... 5
Schematic ................................................................ 6
Wiring Diagram — AUDIO — ................................... 7
Terminals and Reference Value for Audio Unit ........ 11
Terminals and Reference Value for A/C and AV
Switch ..................................................................... 12
Terminals and Reference Value for Display Unit .... 12
A/C and AV Switch Self-Diagnosis Function .......... 13
STARTING THE SELF-DIAGNOSIS MODE ....... 13
DIAGNOSIS FUNCTION ..................................... 13
EXITING THE SELF-DIAGNOSIS MODE ........... 13
Symptom Chart ...................................................... 14
Removal and Installation of Audio Unit .................. 15
REMOVAL ........................................................... 15
INSTALLATION ................................................... 16
Removal and Installation of Front Door Speaker ... 16
REMOVAL ........................................................... 16
INSTALLATION ................................................... 16
Removal and Installation of Rear Door Speaker .... 17
REMOVAL ........................................................... 17
INSTALLATION ................................................... 17
Removal and Installation of Tweeter ...................... 17
REMOVAL ........................................................... 17
INSTALLATION ................................................... 17
AUDIO (WITH INTEGRATED COLOR DISPLAY
SYSTEM) .................................................................. 18
System Description ................................................ 18
AUDIO SYSTEM ................................................. 18
Component Parts Location ..................................... 19
Schematic .............................................................. 20
Wiring Diagram — AUDIO — ................................. 21
Terminals and Reference Value for Audio Unit ....... 28
Terminals and Reference Value for CD Auto Changer .................................................................. 30
Terminals and Reference Value for A/C and AV
Switch ..................................................................... 31
Terminals and Reference Value for Display Control
Unit ......................................................................... 31
A/C and AV Switch Self-Diagnosis Function .......... 32
STARTING THE SELF-DIAGNOSIS MODE ....... 32
DIAGNOSIS FUNCTION ..................................... 32
EXITING THE SELF-DIAGNOSIS MODE ........... 32
Symptom Chart ....................................................... 33
Removal and Installation of Audio Unit ................... 34
REMOVAL ........................................................... 34
INSTALLATION ................................................... 35
Removal and Installation of Rear Audio Control
Switch ..................................................................... 36
REMOVAL ........................................................... 36
INSTALLATION ................................................... 36
Removal and Installation of CD Auto Changer ....... 36
REMOVAL ........................................................... 36
INSTALLATION ................................................... 36
Removal and Installation of Front Door Speaker .... 37
REMOVAL ........................................................... 37
INSTALLATION ................................................... 37
Removal and Installation of Rear Door Speaker .... 37
REMOVAL ........................................................... 37
INSTALLATION ................................................... 37
Removal and Installation of Tweeter ...................... 37
REMOVAL ........................................................... 37
INSTALLATION ................................................... 37
AUDIO ANTENNA .................................................... 38
Wiring Diagram — W/ANT — ................................. 38
Location of Antenna ................................................ 39
Window Antenna Repair ......................................... 39
CHECK ELEMENT .............................................. 39
Removal and Installation of Antenna Amp. ............ 40
REMOVAL ........................................................... 40
INSTALLATION ................................................... 40
INTEGRATED DISPLAY SYSTEM ........................... 41
System Description ................................................. 41
INTEGRATED DISPLAY SYSTEM ...................... 41
AUDIO (WITH INTEGRATED DISPLAY SYSTEM)
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A/C and AV Switch Self-Diagnosis FunctionBKS0020P
Performing self-diagnosis makes it possible to check operation of A/C and AV switch indicator (LED) and other
switches.
STARTING THE SELF-DIAGNOSIS MODE
1. Turn ignition switch OFF.
2. With three switches (DEF, REC/FRE and MODE) pressed simul-
taneously, turn the ignition switch to ACC.
DIAGNOSIS FUNCTION
The following are checked:
All the indicators (LED) in the A/C and AV switch.
Continuity of the switches by sounding the buzzer when pressing the A/C and AV switch.
NOTE:
Indicators (LED) of REC/FRE switch change to “FRE” → “REC” → “FRE” every time the REC/FRE switch
is pressed. (These two do not turn on at the same time.)
Impossible to check rear window defogger switch operation (No beep sound even under normal status).
EXITING THE SELF-DIAGNOSIS MODE
Turn ignition switch OFF.
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AUDIO (WITH INTEGRATED DISPLAY SYSTEM)
Symptom ChartBKS0020Q
The majority of the audio malfunctions are the result of outside causes (bad CD, electromagnetic interfer-
ence, etc.). Check the symptoms below to diagnose the malfunction.
The vehicle itself can be a source of noise if noise prevention parts or electrical equipment is malfunction-
ing. Check if noise is caused and/or changed by engine speed, ignition switch turned to each position, and
operation of each piece of electrical equipment, and then determine the cause.
CD-R is not guaranteed to play because they can contain compressed audio (MP3, WMA) or could be
incorrectly mastered by the customer on a computer.
Check if the CDs carry the Compact Disc Logo. If not, the disc is not mastered to the “red book” Compact
Disc Standard and may not play.
Make sure that other operation except audio system can be performed with A/C and AV switch. If these
operations are inoperative with A/C and AV switch, refer to AV- 5 8 , "
Unable to Operate System with A/C
and AV Switch" .
NOTE:
Noise resulting from variations in field strength, such as fading noise and multi-path noise, or external noise
from trains and other sources. It is not a malfunction.
Fading noise: This noise occurs because of variations in the field strength in a narrow range due to moun-
tains or buildings blocking the signal.
Multi-path noise: This noise results from a time difference between the broadcast waves directly from the
station arriving at the antenna and the waves reflected by mountains or buildings.
Symptom Possible malfunction location
Audio system does not work properly.
Audio unit power supply circuit
Communication signal circuit between audio unit and display unit
A/C and AV switch
Audio unit
No sound can be heard from all speakers. Audio unit
No sound can be heard from one or several speakers.
Audio signal circuit between audio unit and speaker
Speaker
Tw e e te r
Audio unit
No sound can be heard from radio or noise is caught.
Antenna amp. ON signal circuit
Antenna feeder
Rear window antenna
Antenna amp.
Audio unit