2003 NISSAN X-TRAIL coolant temperature

BRC-56
[ESP/TCS/ABS]
CAN COMMUNICATION

Input/output signal chart
T: Transmit R: Receive
*1: YD engine models only
*2: QR engine models only
TYPE 5
System diagram
Input/output signal chart
T: Transmit R: Receive Signals ECMESP/TCS/ABS
control unitSteering angle
sensor4WD control
unitCombination
meter
Engine speed signal T R R R
Engine coolant temperature signal TR
A/C switch signal*
1RT
A/C compressor feedback signal*
2TR
Vehicle speed signalTRR
RT
ABS warning lamp signal T R
Brake warning lamp signal T R
SLIP indicator lamp signal T R
ESP OFF indicator lamp signal T R
4WD warning lamp signalTR
4WD mode indicator lamp signalTR
Parking brake switch signalRT
MI signal TR
Glow indicator lamp signal*
1TR
PKIA6460E
Signals ECM TCMESP/TCS/
ABS control
unitSte ering
angle sensor4WD control
unitCombination
meter
Stop lamp switch signalRT
TR
P·N range signal R T

CAN COMMUNICATION
BRC-57
[ESP/TCS/ABS]
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A/T position indicator lamp signal T R R
O/D OFF indicator signal T R
Overdrive control switch signal R T
Engine speed signal T R R R
Engine coolant temperature signal TR
A/C compressor feedback signal TR
Vehicle speed signalTRR
RT
ABS warning lamp signal T R
Brake warning lamp signal T R
SLIP indicator lamp signal T R
ESP OFF indicator lamp signal T R
4WD warning lamp signalTR
4WD mode indicator lamp signalTR
Parking brake switch signalRT
MI signal TR Signals ECM TCMESP/TCS/
ABS control
unitSteering
angle sensor4WD control
unitCombination
meter

AIR CONDITIONER CONTROL
ATC-29
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Stop Signal:
At the end of each transmission, a stop operation, in-operation, or internal malfunction message is delivered to
the auto amp. This completes one data transmission and control cycle.
AIR MIX DOOR CONTROL (AUTOMATIC TEMPERATURE CONTROL)
The air mix door is automatically controlled so that in-vehicle temperature is maintained at a predetermined
value by the temperature setting, ambient temperature, in-vehicle temperature and amount of sunload.
FAN SPEED CONTROL
Blower speed is automatically controlled by the temperature setting, ambient temperature, in-vehicle tempera-
ture, intake temperature, amount of sunload and air mix door position.
With FAN control dial set to AUTO, the blower motor starts to gradually increase air flow volume.
When engine coolant temperature is low, the blower motor operation is delayed to prevent cool air from flow-
ing.
INTAKE DOOR CONTROL
The intake doors are automatically controlled by the temperature setting, ambient temperature, in-vehicle tem-
perature, intake temperature, amount of sunload and ON-OFF operation of the compressor.
OUTLET DOOR CONTROL
The outlet door is automatically controlled by the temperature setting, ambient temperature, in-vehicle temper-
ature, intake temperature and amount of sunload.
MAGNET CLUTCH CONTROL
The ECM controls compressor operation using input signals from the throttle position sensor, refrigerant pres-
sure sensor (or dual-pressure switch) and auto amp.
SELF-DIAGNOSTIC SYSTEM
The self-diagnostic system is built into the auto amp. to quickly locate the cause of symptoms.
RHA352H

ATC-56
TROUBLE DIAGNOSIS

20 L/W Power supply for IGN2 ON - Battery voltage
21 GY Water temperature sensor ONAt idle [after warming up,
approx. 80°C (176°F)]
CAUTION:
The waveforms vary depend-
ing on coolant temperature
22 LG/BRear window defogger ON
signalONRear window defogger: ON Approx. 0
Rear window defogger: OFF Approx. 12
23 B/WRear window defogger feed
back signalONRear window defogger: ON Approx. 12
Rear window defogger: OFF Approx. 0
24 B/Y Sensor ground ON - Approx. 0
25 BR/Y Intake sensor - - -
28 YPower supply for ambient
temperature displayON - Approx. 5
30 PU Compressor feed back signal ON-Approx. 0
When refrigerant pressure sen-
sor connector is disconnectedApprox. 5 Te r m i -
nal No.Wire
colorItemIgnition
switchConditionVoltage
(V)
SKIA0056J

ATC-84
TROUBLE DIAGNOSIS

Starting Fan Speed Control
Start Up from COLD SOAK Condition (Automatic mode)
In a cold start up condition where the engine coolant temperature is below 56°C (133°F), the blower will not
operate for a short period of time (up to 150 seconds). The exact start delay time varies depending on the
ambient and engine coolant temperature.
In the most extreme case (very low ambient) the blower starting delay will be 150 seconds as described
above. After this delay, the blower will operate at low speed until the engine coolant temperature rises above
56°C (133°F), and then the blower speed will increase to the objective speed.
Start Up from Usual or HOT SOAK Condition (Automatic mode)
The blower will begin operation momentarily after the A/C switch is pushed. The blower speed will gradually
rise to the objective speed over a time period of 3 seconds or less (actual time depends on the objective
blower speed).
Blower Speed Compensation
Sunload
When the in-vehicle temperature and the set temperature are very close, the blower will be operating at low
speed. The low speed will vary depending on the sunload. During conditions of low or no sunload, the blower
low speed is usual low speed (approx. 4V). During high sunload conditions, the auto amp. causes the blower
fan speed to increase.(Approx. 7V)
Fan Speed Control Specification
COMPONENT DESCRIPTION
Fan Control Amp.
The fan control amp. is located on the intake unit. The fan control
amp. receives a gate voltage from the auto amp. to steplessly main-
tain the blower fan motor voltage in the 4 to 12 volt range.
DIAGNOSTIC PROCEDURE FOR BLOWER MOTOR
SYMPTOM: Blower motor operation is malfunctioning.
RJIA0522E
RJIA0523E
RHA467GA

RECOMMENDED FLUIDS AND LUBRICANTS
MA-19
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Engine Coolant Mixture RatioELS000AN
The engine cooling system is filled at the factory with a high-quality,
year-round and extended life engine coolant. The high quality engine
coolant contains the specific solutions effective for the anti-corrosion
and the anti-freeze function. Therefore, additional cooling system
additives are not necessary.
CAUTION:

When adding or replacing coolant, be sure to use only Gen-
uine Nissan Anti-freeze Coolant (L250) or equivalent.
Because L250 is premixed type coolant.
The use of other types of engine coolant may damage your
cooling system.

When checking the engine coolant mixture ratio by the coolant
hydrometer, use the chart below to correct your hydrometer reading (specific gravity) according to coolant
temperature.
Mixed coolant specific gravity
Unit: specific gravity
WARNING:
Never remove the radiator cap when the engine is hot. Serious burns could be caused by high pres-
sure fluid escaping from the radiator. Wait until the engine and radiator cool down.
SMA089D
Engine coolant mixture
ratioCoolant temperature °C (°F)
15 (59) 25 (77) 35 (95) 45 (113)
30% 1.046 - 1.050 1.042 - 1.046 1.038 - 1.042 1.033 - 1.038
50% 1.076 - 1.080 1.070 - 1.076 1.065 - 1.071 1.059 - 1.065

ENGINE MAINTENANCE (QR20DE·QR25DE)
MA-21
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When drain all of engine coolant in the system, open water drain plug on cylinder block. Refer to
EM-82, "
CYLINDER BLOCK" .
3. Remove reservoir tank and drain engine coolant.
4. Check drained engine coolant for contaminants such as rust, corrosion or discoloration. If contaminated,
flush the engine cooling system. Refer to CO-10, "
FLUSHING COOLING SYSTEM" .
REFILLING ENGINE COOLANT
1. Install reservoir tank, and radiator drain plug.
CAUTION:
Be sure to clean radiator drain plug and install with new O-ring.

If water drain plug on cylinder block is removed, close and tighten it. Refer to EM-82, "CYLIN-
DER BLOCK" .
2. Fill radiator and reservoir tank to specified level.

Pour engine coolant through engine coolant filler neck
slowly of less than 2 (1-3/4 lmp qt) a minute to allow air
in system to escape.

Use Genuine Nissan Anti-freeze Coolant or equivalent
mixed with water (distilled or demineralized). Refer to
MA-17, "
RECOMMENDED FLUIDS AND LUBRICANTS".
3. Warm up engine to normal operating temperature with radiator cap installed.
4. Run engine at 3,000 rpm for 10 seconds and return to idle speed.

Repeat two or three times.
CAUTION:
Watch water temperature gauge so as not to overheat the engine.
5. Stop engine and cool down to less than approximately 50°C (122°F).

Cool down using a fan to reduce the time.

If necessary, refill radiator up to filler neck with engine coolant.
6. Refill reservoir tank to “MAX” level line with engine coolant.
7. Repeat steps 2 through 5 two or more times with radiator cap installed until engine coolant level no longer
drops.
8. Check cooling system for leaks with engine running.
9. Warm up engine, and check for sound of engine coolant flow while running engine from idle up to 3,000
rpm with heater temperature controller set at several position between “COOL” and “WARM”.

Sound may be noticeable at heater unit.
10. Repeat step 9 three times.
11. If sound is heard, bleed air from cooling system by repeating steps 2 through 5 until engine coolant level
no longer drops.

Clean excess engine coolant from engine.Engine coolant capacity
(with reservoir tank at “MAX” level)
: Approx. 7.1 (6-1/4 lmp qt)
SMA182B
Reservoir tank capacity (at “MAX” level)
: 0.6 (1/2 lmp qt)
SMA412B

MA-22
ENGINE MAINTENANCE (QR20DE·QR25DE)

FLUSHING COOLING SYSTEM
1. Fill radiator and reservoir tank with water and reinstall radiator cap.
2. Run engine and warm it up to normal operating temperature.
3. Rev engine two or three times under no-load.
4. Stop engine and wait until it cools down.
5. Drain water from the system. Refer to MA-20, "
DRAINING ENGINE COOLANT" .
6. Repeat steps 1 through 5 until clear water begins to drain from radiator.
Checking Cooling SystemELS000ZF
WARNING:

Do not remove radiator cap when the engine is hot. Serious burns occur from high-pressure
engine coolant escaping from radiator.

Wrap a thick cloth around radiator cap and carefully remove the cap. First, turn the cap a quarter
of a turn to release built-up pressure. Then turn the cap all the way.
CHECKING COOLING SYSTEM HOSES
Check hoses for improper attachment, leaks, cracks, damage, loose connections, chafing and deterioration.
CHECKING RADIATOR
Check radiator for mud or clogging. If necessary, clean radiator as follows.

Be careful not to bend or damage radiator fins.

When radiator is cleaned without removal, remove all surrounding parts such as cooling fan, radiator
shroud and horns. Then tape harness and connectors to prevent water from entering.
1. Apply water by hose to the back side of the radiator core vertically downward.
2. Apply water again to all radiator core surface once per minute.
3. Stop washing if any stains no longer flow out from the radiator.
4. Blow air into the back side of radiator core vertically downward.

Use compressed air lower than 490 kPa (4.9 bar, 5 kg/cm2 , 71 psi) and keep distance more than 30 cm
(11.8 in).
5. Blow air again into all the radiator core surfaces once per minute until no water sprays out.
CHECKING RADIATOR CAP
1. Pull negative-pressure valve to open it and make sure that it
closes completely when released.

Make sure that there is no dirt or damage on the valve seat of
radiator cap negative-pressure valve.

Make sure that there are no unusualness in the opening and
closing conditions of negative-pressure valve.
2. Check radiator cap relief pressure.

When connecting radiator cap to radiator cap tester (commer-
cial service tool) and radiator cap tester adapter (special ser-
vice tool), apply engine coolant to radiator cap seal surface.

Replace radiator cap if there is an unusualness in negative-
pressure valve, or if the relief pressure falls below the limit.
SMA967B
Standard:

78 - 98 kPa (0.78 - 0.98 bar, 0.8 - 1.0 kg/cm
2 , 11 - 14 psi)
Limit:

59 kPa (0.59 bar, 0.6 kg/cm
2 , 9 psi)
SLC135B