2003 NISSAN X-TRAIL engine overheat

EC-1330
[YD (WITHOUT EURO-OBD)]
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" .

PRECAUTIONS
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Converter is contaminated with engine coolant containing antifreeze.

Internal failure of stator roller clutch.

Heavy clutch debris due to overheating (blue converter).

Steel particles or clutch lining material found in fluid filter or on magnet when no internal parts in unit are
worn or damaged — indicates that lining material came from converter.
The torque converter should not be replaced if:

The fluid has an odor, is discolored, and there is no evidence of metal or clutch facing particles.

The threads in one or more of the converter bolt holes are damaged.

Transaxle failure did not display evidence of damaged or worn internal parts, steel particles or clutch plate
lining material in unit and inside the fluid filter.

Vehicle has been exposed to high mileage (only). The exception may be where the torque converter
clutch dampener plate lining has seen excess wear by vehicles operated in heavy and/or constant traffic,
such as taxi, delivery or police use.
EURO-OBD SELF-DIAGNOSIS — EURO-OBD —

A/T self-diagnosis is performed by the TCM in combination with the ECM. The results can be read through
the blinking pattern of the O/D OFF indicator lamp or the malfunction indicator lamp (MIL). Refer to the
table on AT- 4 5 , "
SELF-DIAGNOSTIC RESULT TEST MODE" for the indicator used to display each self-
diagnostic result.

The self-diagnostic results indicated by the MIL are automatically stored in both the ECM and TCM mem-
ories.
Always perform the procedure “HOW TO ERASE DTC” on AT- 4 2 , "
HOW TO ERASE DTC" to com-
plete the repair and avoid unnecessary blinking of the MIL.

The following self-diagnostic items can be detected using ECM self-diagnostic results mode* only when
the O/D OFF indicator lamp does not indicate any malfunctions.
–PNP switch
–A/T 1st, 2nd, 3rd, or 4th gear function
*: For details of EURO-OBD, refer to EC-51, "
ON BOARD DIAGNOSTIC (OBD) SYSTEM" .

Certain systems and components, especially those related to EURO-OBD, may use a new style
slide-locking type harness connector.
For description and how to disconnect, refer to PG-70, "
HARNESS CONNECTOR" .
Wiring Diagrams and Trouble DiagnosisECS004Q4
When you read wiring diagrams, refer to the following:

GI-14, "How to Read Wiring Diagrams"

PG-2, "POWER SUPPLY ROUTING"
When you perform trouble diagnosis, refer to the following:

GI-10, "HOW TO FOLLOW TEST GROUPS IN TROUBLE DIAGNOSES"

GI-23, "How to Perform Efficient Diagnosis for an Electrical Incident"

AT-64
[EURO-OBD]
TROUBLE DIAGNOSIS — BASIC INSPECTION

TROUBLE DIAGNOSIS — BASIC INSPECTIONPFP:00000
A/T Fluid CheckECS004QQ
FLUID LEAKAGE CHECK
1. Clean area suspected of leaking. — for example, mating surface
of converter housing and transmission case.
2. Start engine, apply foot brake, place selector lever in D position
and wait a few minutes.
3. Stop engine.
4. Check for fresh leakage.
FLUID CONDITION CHECK
FLUID LEVEL CHECK
Refer to AT- 1 6 , "Checking A/T Fluid" .
SAT767B
SAT288G
Fluid color Suspected problem
Dark or black with burned odor Wear of frictional material
Milky pink Water contamination — Road water
entering through filler tube or breather
Varnished fluid, light to dark brown and
tackyOxidation — Over or under filling, —
Overheating
SAT638A

AT-92
[EURO-OBD]
TROUBLE DIAGNOSIS — GENERAL DESCRIPTION

Does not change from “12 ” to “11 ”
in “1” position.ON vehicle1. PNP switchAT-100
2. Vehicle speed sensor·A/T (Revolution
sensor) and vehicle speed sensor·MTRAT- 11 2, AT- 1 9 2
3. Shift solenoid valve AAT-161
4. Control valve assemblyAT-404
OFF vehicle5. Low one-way clutchAT-416
, AT- 4 2 3
6. Brake bandAT-497
7. Low & reverse brakeAT-483
Large shock changing from “12 ” to
“1
1 ” in “1” position.ON vehicle 1. Control valve assemblyAT-404OFF vehicle 2. Low & reverse brakeAT-483
Transmission overheats. ON vehicle1. Fluid levelAT- 6 4
2. Engine idling rpm EC-44
3. Accelerator pedal position (APP) sensorAT-173
4. Line pressure testAT- 6 8
5. Line pressure solenoid valveAT-154
6. Control valve assemblyAT-404
Transmission overheats. OFF vehicle7. Oil pumpAT-443
8. Reverse clutchAT-464
9. High clutchAT-469
10. Brake bandAT-497
11. Forward clutchAT-475
12. Overrun clutchAT-475
13. Low & reverse brakeAT-483
14. Torque converterAT-423
ATF shoots out during operation.
White smoke emitted from exhaust
pipe during operation.ON vehicle 1. Fluid levelAT- 6 4
OFF vehicle2. Reverse clutchAT-464
3. High clutchAT-469
4. Brake bandAT-497
5. Forward clutchAT-475
6. Overrun clutchAT-475
7. Low & reverse brakeAT-483
Offensive smell at fluid charging
pipe.ON vehicle 1. Fluid levelAT- 6 4
OFF vehicle2. Torque converterAT-423
3. Oil pumpAT-443
4. Reverse clutchAT-464
5. High clutchAT-469
6. Brake bandAT-497
7. Forward clutchAT-475
8. Overrun clutchAT-475
9. Low & reverse brakeAT-483
Symptom Condition Diagnostic Item Reference Page

AT-256
[EXC.F/EURO-OBD]
TROUBLE DIAGNOSIS — BASIC INSPECTION

TROUBLE DIAGNOSIS — BASIC INSPECTIONPFP:00000
A/T Fluid CheckECS004VR
FLUID LEAKAGE CHECK
1. Clean area suspected of leaking. — for example, mating surface
of converter housing and transmission case.
2. Start engine, apply foot brake, place selector lever in D position
and wait a few minutes.
3. Stop engine.
4. Check for fresh leakage.
FLUID CONDITION CHECK
FLUID LEVEL CHECK
Refer to AT- 1 6 , "Checking A/T Fluid" .
SAT767B
SAT288G
Fluid color Suspected problem
Dark or black with burned odor Wear of frictional material
Milky pink Water contamination — Road water
entering through filler tube or breather
Varnished fluid, light to dark brown and
tackyOxidation — Over or under filling, —
Overheating
SAT638A

AT-284
[EXC.F/EURO-OBD]
TROUBLE DIAGNOSIS — GENERAL DESCRIPTION

Large shock changing from “12 ” to “11
” in “1” position.ON vehicle 1. Control valve assemblyAT-404
OFF vehicle 2. Low & reverse brakeAT-483
Transmission overheats. ON vehicle1. Fluid levelAT-256
2. Engine idling rpmEC-506
3. Accelerator pedal position (APP) sensorAT-345
4. Line pressure testAT-260
5. Line pressure solenoid valveAT-387
6. Control valve assemblyAT-404
Transmission overheats. OFF vehicle7. Oil pumpAT-443
8. Reverse clutchAT-464
9. High clutchAT-469
10. Brake bandAT-497
11. Forward clutchAT-475
12. Overrun clutchAT-475
13. Low & reverse brakeAT-483
14. Torque converterAT-423
ATF shoots out during operation.
White smoke emitted from exhaust
pipe during operation.ON vehicle 1. Fluid levelAT-256
OFF vehicle2. Reverse clutchAT-464
3. High clutchAT-469
4. Brake bandAT-497
5. Forward clutchAT-475
6. Overrun clutchAT-475
7. Low & reverse brakeAT-483
Offensive smell at fluid charging pipe.ON vehicle 1. Fluid levelAT-256OFF vehicle2. Torque converterAT-423
3. Oil pumpAT-443
4. Reverse clutchAT-464
5. High clutchAT-469
6. Brake bandAT-497
7. Forward clutchAT-475
8. Overrun clutchAT-475
9. Low & reverse brakeAT-483
Torque converter is not locked up. ON vehicle1. Accelerator pedal position (APP) sensorAT-345
2. Vehicle speed sensor·A/T (Revolution
sensor) and vehicle speed sensor·MTRAT-332, AT-339
3. Engine speed signalAT-382
4. A/T fluid temp sen circ and TCM pow
sourAT-374
5. Line pressure testAT-260
6. Torque converter clutch solenoid valveAT-368
7. Control valve assemblyAT-404
Torque converter is not locked up. OFF vehicle 8. Torque converterAT-423
Symptom Condition Diagnostic Item Reference Page

ATC-102
TROUBLE DIAGNOSIS

TROUBLE DIAGNOSIS FOR UNUSUAL PRESSURE
Whenever system’s high and/or low side pressure(s) is/are unusual, diagnose using a manifold gauge. The
marker above the gauge scale in the following tables indicates the standard (usual) pressure range. Since the
standard (usual) pressure, however, differs from vehicle to vehicle, refer to above table (Ambient air tempera-
ture-to-operating pressure table).
Both High- and Low-pressure Sides are Too High
High-pressure Side is Too High and Low-pressure Side is Too Low
Gauge indication Refrigerant cycle Probable cause Corrective action
Both high- and low-pressure
sides are too high.Pressure is reduced soon after
water is splashed on con-
denser.Excessive refrigerant charge in
refrigeration cycleReduce refrigerant until speci-
fied pressure is obtained.
Air suction by cooling fan is
insufficient.Insufficient condenser cooling
performance
↓
1. Condenser fins are clogged.
2. Improper fan rotation of cool-
ing fan

Clean condenser.

Check and repair cooling fan
as necessary.

Low-pressure pipe is not
cold.

When compressor is stopped
high-pressure value quickly
drops by approximately 196
kPa (1.96 bar, 2 kg/cm
2 , 28
psi). It then decreases gradu-
ally thereafter.Poor heat exchange in con-
denser
(After compressor operation
stops, high-pressure decreases
too slowly.)
↓
Air in refrigeration cycleEvacuate repeatedly and
recharge system.
Engine tends to overheat.Engine cooling systems mal-
function.Check and repair each engine
cooling system.

An area of the low-pressure
pipe is colder than areas
near the evaporator outlet.

Plates are sometimes cov-
ered with frost.

Excessive liquid refrigerant
on low-pressure side

Excessive refrigerant dis-
charge flow

Expansion valve is open a lit-
tle compared with the specifi-
cation.
↓
Improper expansion valve
adjustmentReplace expansion valve.
AC359A
Gauge indication Refrigerant cycle Probable cause Corrective action
High-pressure side is too high and
low-pressure side is too low.
Upper side of condenser and
high-pressure side are hot,
however, liquid tank is not so
hot.High-pressure tube or parts
located between compressor
and condenser are clogged or
crushed.

Check and repair or replace
malfunctioning parts.

Check lubricant for contami-
nation.
AC360A

ENGINE MAINTENANCE (QR20DE·QR25DE)
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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