2003 NISSAN X-TRAIL ENGINE COOLING SYSTEM

MODEL T30 SERIES
2004NISSANEUROPES.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
CL Clutch
MT Manual Transaxle
AT Automatic Transaxle
TF Transfer
PR Propeller Shaft
RFD Rear Final Drive
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
MTC Manual 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, Navigation & Telephone System
PG Power Supply, Ground & Circuit Elements
MA Maintenance
IDX Alphabetical Index
QUICK REFERENCE INDEX
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GI-34
CONSULT-II CHECKING SYSTEM

Checking Equipment EAS000GB
When ordering the following equipment, contact your NISSAN/INFINITI distributor.
NOTE:

The CONSULT-II must be used in conjunction with a program card.
CONSULT-II does not require loading (Initialization) procedure.

Be sure the CONSULT-II is turned off before installing or removing a program card.
CAUTION:

If CONSULT-ll is used with no connection of CONSULT-ll CONVERTER, malfunctions might be
detected in self-diagnosis depending on control unit which carries out CAN communication.

If CONVERTER is not connected with CONSULT-ll, vehicle occur the "FAIL-SAFE MODE" which is
"LIGHT UP the HEADLIGHT" and/or "Cooling FAN ROTATING" when CONSULT-ll is started.
CONSULT-II Start ProcedureEAS0017Y
1. Turn off the ignition switch.
2. Connect CONSULT-II and CONSULT-II CONVERTER to the
data link connector.
3. Turn on the ignition switch.
4. Touch “START (NISSAN BASED VHCL)” or “System Shortcut”
(eg : Engine) on the screen.
Tool nameDescription
NISSAN CONSULT-II
1. CONSULT-II unit (Tester internal soft: Resident
version 3.3.0) and accessories
2. Program card AED03E and AEN02C-1 (For
NATS)
3. CONSULT-II CONVERTER
SAIA0362E
PAIA0070E
SKIA3098E

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Preparation
1. Remove hood assembly. Refer to BL-12, "HOOD" .
2. Release fuel pressure. Refer to EC-48, "
FUEL PRESSURE RELEASE" (WITH EURO-OBD) or EC-510,
"FUEL PRESSURE RELEASE" (WITHOUT EURO-OBD).
3. Disconnect both battery terminals. Refer to SC-3, "
BATTERY" .
4. Drain engine coolant from radiator. Refer to CO-9, "
DRAINING ENGINE COOLANT" .
5. Remove the following parts.

LH and RH undercovers

Front road wheels and tyres

Battery; Refer to SC-3, "BATTERY" .

Drive belt; Refer to EM-13, "DRIVE BELTS" .

Air duct and air cleaner case assembly; Refer to EM-15, "AIR CLEANER AND AIR DUCT" .

Alternator; Refer to SC-12, "CHARGING SYSTEM" .

Radiator and radiator cooling fan assembly; Refer to CO-12, "RADIATOR" .
6. Disconnect engine room harness from the engine side and set it aside for easier work.
7. Disconnect all vacuum hoses and air hoses connected to vehicle side at engine side.
Engine Room LH
1. Disconnect fuel feed hose, and plug it to prevent fuel from draining. Refer to EM-32, "FUEL INJECTOR
AND FUEL TUBE"
2. Disconnect heater hose, and install plug it to prevent engine coolant from draining.
3. Disconnect control cable from transaxle (A/T models). Refer to AT- 4 0 4 , "
ON-VEHICLE SERVICE" .
4. Disconnect clutch operating cylinder from transaxle, and move it aside (M/T models). Refer to CL-10,
"OPERATING CYLINDER" .
5. Disconnect shift and select cable from transaxle (M/T models). Refer to MT-14, "
CONTROL LINKAGE" .
Engine Room RH
1. Remove engine coolant reservoir tank. Refer to CO-12, "RADIATOR" .
2. Remove A/C compressor with piping connected from engine. Temporarily secure it on vehicle side with a
rope to avoid putting load on it. Refer to ATC-144, "
Removal and Installation of Compressor" .
Vehicle Underbody
1. Remove exhaust front tube. Refer to EX-2, "EXHAUST SYSTEM" .
2. Remove propeller shaft. Refer to PR-3, "
REAR PROPELLER SHAFT" .
3. Remove steering lower joint from steering gear. Refer to PS-10, "
STEERING COLUMN" .
4. Disconnect power steering fluid piping at a point between vehicle and engine. Refer to PS-34, "
HYDRAU-
LIC LINE" .
5. Remove rear plate cover from oil pan (upper). Then remove bolts fixing drive plate to torque converter
(A/T models). Refer to EM-25, "
OIL PAN AND OIL STRAINER" and AT- 4 1 3 , "REMOVAL AND INSTALLA-
TION" .
6. Remove transaxle joint bolts which pierce at oil pan (upper) lower rear side. Refer to MT-17, "
TRAN-
SAXLE ASSEMBLY" (M/T models) or AT- 4 1 3 , "REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION" (A/T models).
7. Remove front wheel sensor (LH and RH) for ABS from steering knuckle. Refer to BRC-45, "
WHEEL SEN-
SORS" (ABS) or BRC-116, "WHEEL SENSORS" (ESP/TCS/ABS).
8. Remove brake caliper assembly with piping connected from steering knuckle. Temporarily secure it on
vehicle side with a rope to avoid load on it. Refer to BR-27, "
FRONT DISC BRAKE" .
9. Remove lower ends of left and right strut from steering knuckle. Refer to FSU-5, "
FRONT SUSPENSION
ASSEMBLY" .
Removal
1. Install engine slingers into front left of cylinder head and rear right of cylinder head.

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9. Remove power steering oil pump with piping connected from engine. Move it aside on front suspension
member. Refer to PS-34, "
HYDRAULIC LINE" .
10. Remove front engine mounting and rear engine mounting through-bolts to remove front suspension mem-
ber and center member.
11. Remove starter motor. Refer to SC-21, "
STARTING SYSTEM" .
12. Separate engine and transaxle. Refer to MT-17, "
TRANSAXLE ASSEMBLY" (M/T models) or AT- 4 1 3 ,
"REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION" (A/T models).
INSTALLATION
Note the following, and install in the reverse order of removal.

Do not allow engine oil to get on mounting insulator. Be careful not to damage mounting insulator.

When installation directions are specified, install parts according to the direction marks on them referring
to figure of components. Refer to EM-78, "
Removal and Installation" .

Make sure that each mounting insulator is seated properly, and tighten mounting bolts and nuts.
INSPECTION AFTER INSTALLATION

Before starting engine, check the levels of engine coolant, engine oil and working fluid. If less than
required quantity, fill to the specified level.

Use procedure below to make sure there is no fuel leakage.
–Turn ignition switch “ON” (with engine stopped). With fuel pressure applied to fuel piping, make sure there
are no fuel leaks at connection points.
–Start engine. With engine speed increased, check again if there are no fuel leaks at connection points.

Run engine to check for unusual noise and vibration.

Warm up engine thoroughly to make sure there is no leakage of engine coolant, engine oil, working fluid,
fuel and exhaust gas.

Bleed air from passages in pipes and tubes of applicable lines, such as in cooling system.

After cooling down engine, again check amounts of engine coolant, engine oil and working fluid. Refill to
specified level, if necessary.
Summary of the inspection items:
Item Before starting engine Engine running After engine stopped
Engine coolant Level Leakage Level
Engine oil Level Leakage Level
Working fluid Level Leakage Level
Fuel — Leakage —
Exhaust gas — Leakage —

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REMOVAL
1. Remove engine undercover.
2. Drain engine coolant. Refer to CO-31, "
Changing Engine Coolant" .
3. Remove radiator upper and lower hoses. Refer to CO-34, "
RADIATOR" .
4. Remove cooling fan. Refer to CO-36, "
DISASSEMBLY AND ASSEMBLY" .
5. Remove radiator mounting bracket and radiator. Refer to CO-34, "
Removal and Installation" .
6. Remove water inlet pipe. Refer to CO-44, "
THERMOSTAT AND WATER PIPING" .
7. Remove catalyst insulators.
8. Remove exhaust front tube. Refer to EX-2, "
EXHAUST SYSTEM" .
9. Remove catalyst.
CAUTION:
Do not disassemble.
NOTE:
Install two locking pins into both sides of the catalyst. Be careful not to confuse locking pins with insulator
mounting bolts.
1. Catalyst insulator 2. Gasket 3. Catalyst
4. Locking pin 5. Gusset 6. Gasket cap
7. Catalyst rear diffuser
PBIC2312E
Catalyst locking pin : Flange bolt (black)

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8. Remove power steering oil pump with piping connected from engine. Move it aside on suspension mem-
ber. Refer to PS-34, "
HYDRAULIC LINE" .
9. Remove front engine mounting and rear engine mounting through-bolts to remove suspension member.
10. Remove starter motor. Refer to SC-21, "
STARTING SYSTEM" .
11. Separate engine and transaxle. Refer to MT-17, "
TRANSAXLE ASSEMBLY" .
INSTALLATION
Install in the reverse order of removal.

Do not allow engine oil to get on mounting insulator. Be careful not to damage mounting insulator.

When installation directions are specified, install parts according to the direction marks on them referring
to figure of components. Refer to EM-208, "
ENGINE ASSEMBLY" .

Make sure that each mounting insulator is seated properly, and tighten mounting bolts and nuts.
INSPECTION AFTER INSTALLATION

Before starting engine, check the levels of engine coolant, engine oil and working fluid. If less than
required quantity, fill to the specified level.

Before starting engine, bleed air from fuel piping. Refer to FL-18, "Air Bleeding" .

Run engine to check for unusual noise and vibration.

Warm up engine thoroughly to make sure there is no leakage of engine coolant, lubricants, working
engine oil, fuel and exhaust gas.

Bleed air from passages in pipes and tubes of applicable lines, such as in cooling system.

After cooling down engine, again check amounts of engine coolant, engine oil and working fluid. Refill to
specified level, if necessary.
Summary of the inspection items:
Item Before starting engine Engine running After engine stopped
Engine coolant Level Leakage Level
Engine oil Level Leakage Level
Working fluid Level Leakage Level
Fuel — Leakage —
Exhaust gas — Leakage —

CO-1
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ENGINE COOLING SYSTEM
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PRECAUTIONS .......................................................... 3
Precautions for Liquid Gasket .................................. 3
LIQUID GASKET APPLICATION PROCEDURE ..... 3
PREPARATION ........................................................... 4
Special Service Tools ............................................... 4
Commercial Service Tools ........................................ 4
OVERHEATING CAUSE ANALYSIS .......................... 5
Troubleshooting Chart .............................................. 5
COOLING SYSTEM .................................................... 7
Cooling Circuit .......................................................... 7
System Chart ........................................................... 8
ENGINE COOLANT .................................................... 9
Inspection ................................................................. 9
LEVEL CHECK ..................................................... 9
LEAK CHECK ....................................................... 9
Changing Engine Coolant ........................................ 9
DRAINING ENGINE COOLANT ........................... 9
REFILLING ENGINE COOLANT ........................ 10
FLUSHING COOLING SYSTEM ......................... 10
RADIATOR ................................................................ 12
Removal and Installation ........................................ 12
REMOVAL ........................................................... 12
INSTALLATION ................................................... 13
INSPECTION AFTER INSTALLATION ............... 13
Checking Radiator Cap .......................................... 13
Checking Radiator .................................................. 13
RADIATOR (ALUMINUM TYPE) .............................. 14
Disassembly and Assembly ................................... 14
PREPARATION ................................................... 14
DISASSEMBLY ................................................... 14
ASSEMBLY ......................................................... 15
INSPECTION ...................................................... 17
COOLING FAN ......................................................... 18
Removal and Installation ........................................ 18
REMOVAL ........................................................... 18
INSTALLATION ................................................... 18
DISASSEMBLY AND ASSEMBLY ...................... 18WATER PUMP .......................................................... 20
Removal and Installation ........................................ 20
REMOVAL ........................................................... 20
INSPECTION AFTER REMOVAL ....................... 21
INSTALLATION ................................................... 21
INSPECTION AFTER INSTALLATION ................ 21
THERMOSTAT AND WATER CONTROL VALVE .... 22
Removal and Installation ........................................ 22
REMOVAL ........................................................... 22
INSPECTION AFTER REMOVAL ....................... 23
INSTALLATION ................................................... 23
INSPECTION AFTER INSTALLATION ................ 23
SERVICE DATA AND SPECIFICATIONS (SDS) ...... 24
Standard and Limit .................................................. 24
CAPACITY ........................................................... 24
THERMOSTAT .................................................... 24
WATER CONTROL VALVE ................................. 24
RADIATOR .......................................................... 24
Tightening Torque ................................................... 24
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PRECAUTIONS ........................................................ 25
Precautions For Liquid Gasket ............................... 25
LIQUID GASKET APPLICATION PROCEDURE ... 25
PREPARATION ......................................................... 26
Special Service Tools ............................................. 26
Commercial Service Tools ...................................... 26
OVERHEATING CAUSE ANALYSIS ........................ 27
Troubleshooting Chart ............................................ 27
COOLING SYSTEM .................................................. 29
Cooling Circuit ........................................................ 29
System Chart .......................................................... 30
ENGINE COOLANT .................................................. 31
Inspection ............................................................... 31
LEVEL CHECK .................................................... 31

CO-2 CHECKING RADIATOR SYSTEM FOR LEAKS ... 31
Changing Engine Coolant ....................................... 31
DRAINING ENGINE COOLANT .......................... 31
REFILLING ENGINE COOLANT ......................... 32
FLUSHING COOLING SYSTEM ......................... 33
RADIATOR ................................................................ 34
Removal and Installation ........................................ 34
REMOVAL ........................................................... 34
INSTALLATION .................................................... 34
INSPECTION AFTER INSTALLATION ................ 34
Checking Radiator Cap .......................................... 35
Checking Radiator .................................................. 35
COOLING FAN .......................................................... 36
Removal and Installation ........................................ 36
REMOVAL ........................................................... 36
INSTALLATION .................................................... 36
DISASSEMBLY AND ASSEMBLY ....................... 36
RADIATOR (ALUMINUM TYPE) ............................... 38
Disassembly and Assembly .................................... 38
PREPARATION ................................................... 38
DISASSEMBLY ................................................... 38
ASSEMBLY ......................................................... 39
INSPECTION ....................................................... 41WATER PUMP ........................................................... 42
Removal and Installation ......................................... 42
REMOVAL ............................................................ 42
INSPECTION AFTER REMOVAL ........................ 43
INSTALLATION .................................................... 43
INSPECTION AFTER INSTALLATION ................ 43
THERMOSTAT AND WATER PIPING ....................... 44
Removal and Installation ......................................... 44
REMOVAL ............................................................ 44
INSPECTION AFTER REMOVAL ........................ 45
INSTALLATION .................................................... 45
INSPECTION AFTER INSTALLATION ................ 45
SERVICE DATA AND SPECIFICATIONS (SDS) ...... 46
Standard and Limit .................................................. 46
CAPACITY ........................................................... 46
THERMOSTAT ..................................................... 46
RADIATOR ........................................................... 46
Tightening Torque ................................................... 46