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PRECAUTIONS
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General precautions for service operationsAKS004ZU

Never work with wet hands.

Xenon headlamp includes high voltage generating part. Be sure
to disconnect battery negative cable (negative terminal) or
power fuse before removing, installing, or touching the xenon
headlamp (including lamp bulb).

Turn the lighting switch OFF before disconnecting and connect-
ing the connector.

When turning the xenon headlamp on and while it is illuminated,
never touch the harness, bulb, and socket of the headlamp.

When checking the headlamp on/off operation, check it on vehi-
cle and with the power connected to the vehicle-side connector.

Do not touch the headlamp bulb glass surface with bare hands or allow oil or grease to get on it. Do not
touch the headlamp bulb just after the headlamp is turned off, because it is very hot.

Install the xenon headlamp bulb socket correctly. If it is installed
improperly, high-voltage leak or corona discharge may occur
that can melt the bulb, connector, and housing. Do not illuminate
the xenon headlamp bulb out of the headlamp housing. Doing
so can cause fire and harm your eyes.

When the bulb has burned out, wrap it in a thick vinyl bag and
discard. Do not break the bulb.

Leaving the bulb removed from the headlamp housing for a long
period of time can deteriorate the performance of the lens and
reflector (dirt, clouding). Always prepare a new bulb and have it
on hand when replacing the bulb.

When adjusting the headlamp aiming, turn the aiming adjust-
ment screw only in the tightening direction. (If it is necessary to loosen the screw, first fully loosen the
screw, and then turn it in the tightening direction.)

Do not use organic solvent (paint thinner or gasoline) to clean lamps and to remove old sealant.
Wiring Diagrams and Trouble DiagnosisAKS004ZV
When you read wiring diagrams, refer to the following:

Refer to GI-15, "How to Read Wiring Diagrams" in GI section.

Refer to PG-3, "POWER SUPPLY ROUTING CIRCUIT" for power distribution in PG section.
When you perform trouble diagnosis, refer to the following:

Refer to GI-11, "HOW TO FOLLOW TEST GROUPS IN TROUBLE DIAGNOSES" in GI section.

Refer to GI-27, "How to Perform Efficient Diagnosis for an Electrical Incident" in GI section.
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HEADLAMP - XENON TYPE -
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Aiming AdjustmentAKS007MV
PREPARATION BEFORE ADJUSTING
For details, refer to the regulations in your own country.
Before performing aiming adjustment, check the following.
1. Keep all tires inflated to correct pressures.
2. Place vehicle on flat surface.
3. Set that there is no-load in vehicle other than the driver (or equivalent weight placed in driver's position).
Coolant, engine oil filled up to correct level and full fuel tank.
LOW BEAM AND HIGH BEAM
1. Turn headlamp low beam on.
2. Use adjusting screws to perform aiming adjustment.
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ENGINE LUBRICATION SYSTEM
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ENGINE LUBRICATION 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
LUBRICATION SYSTEM ............................................ 5
Lubrication Circuit .................................................... 5
System Drawing ....................................................... 6
ENGINE OIL ............................................................... 7
Inspection ................................................................. 7
ENGINE OIL LEVEL ............................................. 7
ENGINE OIL APPEARANCE ................................ 7
ENGINE OIL LEAKAGE ........................................ 7
OIL PRESSURE CHECK ...................................... 8
Changing Engine Oil ................................................ 9
OIL FILTER ............................................................... 10
Removal and Installation ........................................ 10
REMOVAL ........................................................... 10
INSTALLATION ................................................... 10
INSPECTION AFTER INSTALLATION ............... 10
OIL FILTER BRACKET (AWD) ................................. 12
Removal and Installation ........................................ 12
REMOVAL ........................................................... 12
INSTALLATION ................................................... 12
INSPECTION AFTER INSTALLATION ............... 12
OIL COOLER ............................................................ 14
Removal and Installation ........................................ 14
2WD MODEL ...................................................... 14
AWD MODEL ...................................................... 15
REMOVAL ........................................................... 15
INSPECTION AFTER REMOVAL ....................... 15
INSTALLATION ................................................... 16
INSPECTION AFTER INSTALLATION ............... 16
OIL PUMP ................................................................. 17
Removal and Installation ........................................ 17REMOVAL ........................................................... 17
INSTALLATION ................................................... 17
INSPECTION AFTER INSTALLATION ................ 17
Disassembly and Assembly .................................... 17
DISASSEMBLY ................................................... 17
INSPECTION AFTER DISASSEMBLY ................ 18
ASSEMBLY ......................................................... 19
SERVICE DATA AND SPECIFICATIONS (SDS) ...... 20
Standard and Limit .................................................. 20
ENGINE OIL PRESSURE ................................... 20
OIL PUMP ........................................................... 20
REGULATOR VALVE .......................................... 20
ENGINE OIL CAPACITY (APPROXIMATE) ........ 20
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PRECAUTIONS ........................................................ 21
Precautions for Liquid Gasket ................................ 21
LIQUID GASKET APPLICATION PROCEDURE ... 21
PREPARATION ......................................................... 22
Special Service Tools ............................................. 22
Commercial Service Tools ...................................... 22
LUBRICATION SYSTEM .......................................... 23
Lubrication Circuit ................................................... 23
System Drawing ..................................................... 24
ENGINE OIL .............................................................. 25
Inspection ............................................................... 25
ENGINE OIL LEVEL ............................................ 25
ENGINE OIL APPEARANCE .............................. 25
ENGINE OIL LEAKAGE ...................................... 25
OIL PRESSURE CHECK .................................... 25
Changing Engine Oil ............................................... 26
OIL FILTER ............................................................... 28
Removal and Installation ........................................ 28
REMOVAL ........................................................... 28
INSTALLATION ................................................... 28
INSPECTION AFTER INSTALLATION ................ 28

ENGINE OIL
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InspectionABS004SU
ENGINE OIL LEVEL
NOTE:
Before starting engine, check engine oil level. If engine is already started, stop it and allow 10 minutes before
checking.
1. Put vehicle horizontally.
2. Pull out oil level gauge and wipe it clean.
3. Insert oil level gauge and make sure engine oil level is within the
range shown in the figure.
4. If it is out of range, adjust it.
NOTE:
When checking engine oil level, insert oil level gauge with its tip
aligned with oil level gauge guide on cylinder head. (In figure, air
cleaner case and air duct are removed.)
ENGINE OIL APPEARANCE

Check engine oil for white turbidity or heavy contamination.

If engine oil is milky, it is highly probable that it is contaminated with engine coolant. Repair the broken
parts.
ENGINE OIL LEAKAGE
Check for engine oil leakage around the following areas:

Oil pan

Oil pan drain plug

Oil pressure switch

Oil filter

Oil cooler

Water pump cover

Chain tensioner cover

Intake valve timing control cover and intake valve timing control solenoid valve

Mating surface between cylinder block and cylinder head

Mating surface between cylinder head and rocker cover

Mating surface between front timing chain case and rear timing chain case

Mating surface between rear timing chain case and cylinder block and cylinder head

Crankshaft oil seal (front and rear)
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ENGINE OIL
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OIL PRESSURE CHECK
WARNING:

Be careful not to burn yourself, as engine oil may be hot.

Put selector lever in the Park “P” position.
1. Check engine oil level. Refer to LU-7, "
ENGINE OIL LEVEL" .
2. Remove front engine undercover with power tool.
3. Disconnect oil pressure switch harness connector.
4. Remove oil pressure switch.
5. Install oil pressure gauge (SST) and hose (SST).
6. Start engine and warm it up to normal operating temperature.
7. Check engine oil pressure with engine running under no-load.
NOTE:
When engine oil temperature is low, engine oil pressure becomes high.
Engine oil pressure [Engine oil temperature at 80 °C (176 °F)]
If difference is extreme, check engine oil passage and oil pump for engine oil leaks.
8. After the inspections, install oil pressure switch as follows:
a. Remove old liquid gasket adhering to oil pressure switch and the mating surface.
b. Apply liquid gasket and tighten oil pressure switch to specification.
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Engine speed (rpm)
Approximate discharge pressure [kPa (kg/cm2 , psi)]
Idle speed More than 98 (1.0, 14)
2,000 More than 294 (3.0, 43)

ENGINE OIL
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Use Genuine RTV Silicone Sealant or equivalent. Refer to GI-48, "RECOMMENDED CHEMICAL
PRODUCTS AND SEALANTS" .
Changing Engine OilABS004SV
WARNING:

Be careful not to burn yourself, as engine oil may be hot.

Prolonged and repeated contact with used engine oil may cause skin cancer; try to avoid direct
skin contact with used engine oil. If skin contact is made, wash thoroughly with soap or hand
cleaner as soon as possible.
1. Remove front engine undercover with power tool.
2. Warm up engine, and check for engine oil leakage from engine components. Refer to LU-7, "
ENGINE OIL
LEAKAGE" .
3. Stop engine and wait for 10 minutes.
4. Remove drain plug and oil filler cap.
5. Drain engine oil.
6. Install drain plug with new washer. Refer to EM-30, "
OIL PAN AND OIL STRAINER" .
CAUTION:
Be sure to clean drain plug and install with new washer.
7. Refill with new engine oil.
Engine oil specification and viscosity:
Refer to MA-12, "
RECOMMENDED FLUIDS AND LUBRICANTS" .
Engine oil capacity (Approximate):
Unit: (US qt, lmp qt)
CAUTION:

The refill capacity depends on the engine oil temperature and drain time. Use these specifica-
tions for reference only.

Always use oil level gauge to determine the proper amount of engine oil in engine.
8. Warm up engine and check area around drain plug and oil filter for engine oil leakage.
9. Stop engine and wait for 10 minutes.
10. Check the engine oil level. Refer to LU-7, "
ENGINE OIL LEVEL" . Oil pressure switch:
: 14.8 N·m (1.5 kg-m, 11 ft-lb)
Oil pan drain plug:
: 34.3 N·m (3.5 kg-m, 25 ft-lb)
Drain and refill With oil filter change 4.7 (5, 4-1/8)
Without oil filter change 4.4 (4-5/8, 3-7/8)
Dry engine (Overhaul)5.4 (5-3/4, 4-3/4)

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OIL FILTER
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OIL FILTERPFP:15208
Removal and InstallationABS004SW
REMOVAL
1. Remove front engine undercover with power tool.
2. Using oil filter wrench (SST), remove oil filter.
CAUTION:

Oil filter is provided with a relief valve.
Use genuine NISSAN oil filter or equivalent.

Be careful not to get burned when engine and engine oil
are hot.

When removing, prepare a shop cloth to absorb any
engine oil leakage or spillage.

Do not allow engine oil to adhere to drive belts.

Completely wipe off any engine oil that adhere to engine
and vehicle.
INSTALLATION
1. Remove foreign materials adhering to oil filter installation surface.
2. Apply engine oil to the oil seal contact surface of new oil filter.
3. Screw oil filter manually until it touches the installation surface,
then tighten it by 2/3 turn. Or tighten to specification.
INSPECTION AFTER INSTALLATION
1. Start engine, and check there is no leak of engine oil.
2. Stop engine and wait for 10 minutes.
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Oil filter:
: 17.7 N·m (1.8 kg-m, 13 ft-lb)
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OIL FILTER
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3. Check the engine oil level and add engine oil. Refer to LU-7, "ENGINE OIL" .