2003 NISSAN X-TRAIL engine coolant

TROUBLE DIAGNOSIS
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NOTE:
Any monitored item that does not match the vehicle being diagnosed is deleted from the display automatically.
ACTIVE TEST MODE
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
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.
INT/A VOLUME [mg/]

The intake air volume computed from the
mass air flow sensor signal is displayed.
BARO SEN [kPa]××

The barometric pressure (determined by
the signal voltage from the absolute pres-
sure sensor built into the ECM) is dis-
played.
INT/M PRES SE [kPa]

Turbocharger boost (determined by the
signal voltage from the turbocharger
boost sensor) is displayed.
CYL COUNT [1/2/3/4]

The cylinder being injected is displayed.
1 ... Cylinder No.1 is injected.
2 ... Cylinder No.2 is injected.
3 ... Cylinder No.3 is injected.
4 ... Cylinder No.4 is injected.
Voltage [V]
Voltage, frequency, duty cycle or pulse
width measured by the probe.Only “#” is displayed if item is
unable to be measured.
Figures with “#”s are temporary
ones.
They are the same figures as an
actual piece of data which was
just previously measured. [Hz] or
[%] Frequency [msec], [Hz] or
[%]
DUTY-HI
DUTY-LOW
PLS WIDTH-HI
PLS WIDTH-LOWMONITOR ITEMECM
INPUT
SIGNALMAIN
SIG-
NALSCONDITION SPECIFICATION
TEST ITEM CONDITION JUDGEMENT CHECK ITEM (REMEDY)
POWER BAL-
ANCE

Engine: After warming up, idle the
engine.

A/C switch: OFF

Shift lever: N

Cut off each injector signal one at
a time using CONSULT-IIEngine runs rough or dies.

Harness and connectors

Compression

Fuel injector
COOLING FAN *

Ignition switch: ON

Operate the cooling fan at LOW,
HI speed and turn OFF using
CONSULT-II.Cooling fan moves at LOW, HI
speed and stops.

Harness and connector

Cooling fan motor

Cooling fan relay
ENG COOLANT
TEMP

Engine: Return to the original
trouble condition

Change the engine coolant tem-
perature using CONSULT-II.If trouble symptom disappears, see
CHECK ITEM.

Harness and connectors

Engine coolant temperature sen-
sor

Fuel injector

DTC P0117, P0118 ECT SENSOR
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DTC P0117, P0118 ECT SENSORPFP:22630
DescriptionEBS011YW
The engine coolant temperature sensor is used to detect the engine
coolant temperature. The sensor modifies a voltage signal from the
ECM. The modified signal returns to the ECM as the engine coolant
temperature input. The sensor uses a thermistor which is sensitive to
the change in temperature. The electrical resistance of the ther-
mistor decreases as temperature increases.

*: These data are reference values and measured between ECM terminal 51 (Engine
coolant temperature sensor) and ground.
CAUTION:
Do not use ECM ground terminals when measuring input/output voltage. Doing so may result in dam-
age to the ECM's transistor. Use a ground other than ECM terminals, such as the ground.
On Board Diagnosis LogicEBS011YX
The MI will not light up for these self-diagnoses.
DTC Confirmation ProcedureEBS011YY
NOTE:
If DTC Confirmation Procedure has been previously conducted, always turn ignition switch OFF and wait at
least 10 seconds before conducting the next test.
WITH CONSULT-II
1. Turn ignition switch ON.
SEF594K
Engine coolant tempera-
ture °C (°F)Voltage* (V) Resistance (kΩ)
−10 (14) 4.7 7.0 - 11.4
20 (68) 3.8 2.1 - 2.9
50 (122) 2.6 0.68 - 1.00
90 (194) 1.3 0.236 - 0.260
SEF012P
DTC No. Trouble diagnosis name DTC detecting condition Possible cause
P0117Engine coolant tempera-
ture sensor circuit low
inputAn excessively low voltage from the sensor is
sent to ECM.

Harness or connectors
(The sensor circuit is open or
shorted.)

Engine coolant temperature sensor
P0118Engine coolant tempera-
ture sensor circuit high
inputAn excessively high voltage from the sensor is
sent to ECM.

DTC P0117, P0118 ECT SENSOR
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2. CHECK ECT SENSOR POWER SUPPLY CIRCUIT
1. Disconnect engine coolant temperature sensor harness connec-
tor.
2. Turn ignition switch ON.
3. Check voltage between ECT sensor terminal 1 and ground with
CONSULT-II or tester.
OK or NG
OK >> GO TO 3.
NG >> Repair harness or connectors.
3. CHECK ECT SENSOR GROUND CIRCUIT FOR OPEN AND SHORT
1. Turn ignition switch OFF.
2. Disconnect ECM harness connector.
3. Check harness continuity between ECT sensor terminal 2 and ECM terminal 70. Refer to Wiring Diagram.
4. Also check harness for short to ground and short to power.
OK or NG
OK >> GO TO 4.
NG >> Repair open circuit or short to ground or short to power in harness or connectors.
4. CHECK ENGINE COOLANT TEMPERATURE SENSOR
Refer to EC-1296, "
Component Inspection" .
OK or NG
OK >> GO TO 5.
NG >> Replace engine coolant temperature sensor.
5. CHECK INTERMITTENT INCIDENT
Refer to EC-1260, "
TROUBLE DIAGNOSIS FOR INTERMITTENT INCIDENT" .
>>INSPECTION END
PBIB1892E
Voltage: Approximately 5.3V
PBIB0152E
Continuity should exist.

EC-1296
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DTC P0117, P0118 ECT SENSOR

Component InspectionEBS011Z1
ENGINE COOLANT TEMPERATURE SENSOR
1. Check resistance between engine coolant temperature sensor
terminals 1 and 2 as shown in the figure.

2. If NG, replace engine coolant temperature sensor.
Removal and InstallationEBS011Z2
ENGINE COOLANT TEMPERATURE SENSOR
Refer to EM-196, "CYLINDER HEAD" .
PBIB2005E
Engine coolant temperature °C (°F) Resistance kΩ
20 (68) 2.1 - 2.9
50 (122) 0.68 - 1.00
90 (194) 0.236 - 0.260
SEF012P

EC-1320
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DTC P0217 ENGINE OVER TEMPERATURE

DTC P0217 ENGINE OVER TEMPERATUREPFP:21481
System DescriptionEBS01205
COOLING FAN CONTROL
*: These signals are sent to the ECM through CAN communication line.
The ECM controls the cooling fan corresponding to the vehicle speed, engine coolant temperature, air condi-
tioner ON signal. The control system has 3-step control [HIGH/LOW/OFF].
OPERATION
CONSULT-II Reference Value in Data Monitor ModeEBS01206
Specification data are reference values.
ECM Terminals and Reference ValueEBS01207
Specification data are reference values and are measured between each terminal and ground.
CAUTION:
Do not use ECM ground terminals when measuring input/output voltage. Doing so may result in dam-
age to the ECM's transistor. Use a ground other than ECM terminals, such as the ground.
Sensor Input signal to ECM ECM function Actuator
Vehicle speed sensor* Vehicle speed
Cooling fan
controlCooling fan relay Engine coolant temperature sensor Engine coolant temperature
Air conditioner switch* Air conditioner ON signal
SEF421Z
MONITOR ITEM CONDITION SPECIFICATION
COOLING FAN

When cooling fan is stopped. OFF

When cooling fans operate at low speed. LOW

When cooling fans operate at high speed. HI
TERMI-
NAL
NO.WIRE
COLORITEM CONDITIONDATA
(DC Voltage and Pulse Signal)
34 LG/B Cooling fan relay (High)[Engine is running]

Cooling fan is not operating

Cooling fan is operating at low speedBATTERY VOLTAGE
(11 - 14V)
[Engine is running]

Cooling fan is operating at high speedApproximately 0.1V
36 LG Cooling fan relay (Low)[Engine is running]

Cooling fan is not operating

Cooling fan is operating at high speedBATTERY VOLTAGE
(11 - 14V)
[Engine is running]

Cooling fan is operating at low speedApproximately 0.1V

DTC P0217 ENGINE OVER TEMPERATURE
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On Board Diagnosis LogicEBS01208
Overall Function CheckEBS01209
Use this procedure to check the overall function of the cooling fan. During this check, a DTC might not be con-
firmed.
WARNING:

Never remove the radiator cap when the engine is hot. Serious burns could be caused by high
pressure fluid escaping from the radiator.

Wrap a thick cloth around cap. Carefully remove the cap by turning it a quarter turn to allow built-
up pressure to escape. Then turn the cap all the way off.
WITH CONSULT-II
1. Check the coolant level in the reservoir tank and radiator.
Allow engine to cool before checking coolant level.
If the coolant level in the reservoir tank and/or radiator is below
the proper range, skip the following steps and go to EC-1323,
"Diagnostic Procedure" .
2. Confirm whether customer filled the coolant or not. If customer
filled the coolant, skip the following steps and go to EC-1323,
"Diagnostic Procedure" .
3. Turn ignition switch ON.
4. Perform “COOLING FAN” in “ACTIVE TEST” mode with CON-
SULT-II.
5. If the results are NG, go to EC-1323, "
Diagnostic Procedure" .
DTC No. Trouble diagnosis name DTC detecting condition Possible cause
P0217Engine over temperature
(Overheat)

Cooling fan does not operate properly (Over-
heat).

Cooling fan system does not operate properly
(Overheat).

Engine coolant was not added to the system
using the proper filling method.

Engine coolant is not within the specified
range.

Harness or connectors
(The cooling fan circuit is open or
shorted.)

Cooling fan

Radiator hose

Radiator

Radiator cap

Water pump

Thermostat
For more information, refer to EC-1330,
"Main 12 Causes of Overheating" .
SEF621W
SEF111X

DTC P0217 ENGINE OVER TEMPERATURE
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6. CHECK THERMOSTAT
1. Remove thermostat.
2. Check valve seating condition at normal room temperatures.
It should seat tightly.
3. Check valve opening temperature and valve lift.
4. Check if valve is closed at 5°C (9°F) below valve opening tem-
perature. For details, refer to CO-44, "
THERMOSTAT AND
WATER PIPING" .
OK or NG
OK >> GO TO 7.
NG >> Replace thermostat.
7. CHECK ENGINE COOLANT TEMPERATURE SENSOR
Refer to EC-1296, "
Component Inspection" .
OK or NG
OK >> GO TO 8.
NG >> Replace engine coolant temperature sensor.
8. CHECK MAIN 12 CAUSES
If the cause cannot be isolated, go to EC-1330, "
Main 12 Causes of Overheating" .
>>INSPECTION END Valve opening temperature:
80 - 84 °C (176 - 183 °F)
Valve lift:
More than 10 mm/95 °C (0.39 in/203 °F)
SLC343

EC-1330
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DTC P0217 ENGINE OVER TEMPERATURE

7. CHECK COOLING FAN MOTORS-1 AND -2
Refer to EC-1331, "
Component Inspection" .
OK or NG
OK >> GO TO 7.
NG >> Replace cooling fan relays.
8. CHECK INTERMITTENT INCIDENT
Perform EC-1260, "
TROUBLE DIAGNOSIS FOR INTERMITTENT INCIDENT" .
>>INSPECTION END
Main 12 Causes of OverheatingEBS0120C
*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-27, "
OVERHEATING CAUSE ANALYSIS" . Engine Step Inspection item Equipment Standard Reference page
OFF 1

Blocked radiator

Blocked condenser

Blocked radiator grille

Blocked bumper

Visual No blocking —
2

Coolant mixture
Coolant tester 50 - 50% coolant mixture See MA-19, "Engine
Coolant Mixture Ratio" .
3

Coolant level
Visual Coolant up to MAX level
in reservoir tank and radi-
ator filler neckSee CO-31, "LEVEL
CHECK" .
4

Radiator cap
Pressure tester 59 - 98 kPa
(0.59 - 0.98 bar, 0.6 - 1.0
kg/cm
2 , 9 - 14 psi) (Limit)See MA-30, "
CHECKING
RADIATOR CAP" .
ON*
25
Coolant leaks
Visual No leaks See CO-31, "CHECKING
RADIATOR SYSTEM
FOR LEAKS" .
ON*
26
Thermostat
Touch the upper and
lower radiator hosesBoth hoses should be hot See CO-44, "THERMO-
STAT AND WATER PIP-
ING" , and CO-34,
"RADIATOR" .
ON*
17
Cooling fan
CONSULT-II Operating See trouble diagnosis for
DTC P0217 (EC-1320
).
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 idlingSee MA-28, "Changing
Engine Coolant" .
OFF*
410
Coolant return from
reservoir tank to radia-
tor
Visual Should be initial level in
reservoir tankSee CO-31, "LEVEL
CHECK" .
OFF 11

Cylinder head
Straight gauge feeler
gauge0.1 mm (0.004 in) Maxi-
mum distortion (warping)SeeEM-196, "CYLIN-
DER HEAD" .
12

Cylinder block and pis-
tons
Visual No scuffing on cylinder
walls or pistonSee EM-212, "CYLIN-
DER BLOCK" .