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Drive Belt Deflection and Tension
Spark Plugs (Double Platinum Tipped)
Front Wheel Alignment (Unladen*1 )ELS00112
*1: Fuel, radiator coolant and engine oil full. Spare tire, jack, hand tools and mats in designated positions.
*2: Target value 37° 31 ′ (37.52 °)
*3: Target value 33 ° 59 ′ (33.98 °)
*4: Target value 37 ° 44 ′ (37.73 °)
*5: Target value 33 ° 29 ′ (33.48 °)
Tension of drive belts Auto adjustment by auto tensioner
Make NGK
Standard type PLFR5A-11
Hot type PLFR4A-11
Cold type PLFR6A-11
Gap (nominal) 1.1 mm (0.043 in)
Drive type2WD 4WD
Camber
Degree minute (decimal degree) Minimum -0
° 51 ′ (-0.85 °)-0 ° 33 ′ (-0.55 °)
Nominal -0 ° 6 ′ (-0.10 °)0 ° 12 ′ (0.20 °)
Maximum 0 ° 39 ′ (0.65 °)0 ° 57 ′ (0.95 °)
Cross camber 0 ° 45 ′ (0.75 °) or less 0 ° 45 ′ (0.75 °) or less
Caster
Degree minute (decimal degree) Minimum 3
° 15 ′ (3.25 °)2 °45 ′ (2.75 °)
Nominal 4 ° 0 ′ (4.00 °)3 ° 30 ′ (3.50 °)
Maximum 4 ° 45 ′ (4.75 °)4 ° 15 ′ (4.25 °)
Cross caster 0 ° 45 ′ (0.75 °) or less 0 ° 45 ′ (0.75 °) or less
Kingpin inclination
Degree minute (decimal degree) 13
° 32 ′ (13.53 °)13 °13 ′ (13.22 °)
Total toe-in Distance (A
− B) Minimum 1.8 mm (0.07 in) 1.8 mm (0.07 in)
Nominal 2.8 mm (0.11 in) 2.8 mm (0.11 in)
Maximum 3.8 mm (0.15 in) 3.8 mm (0.15 in)
Angle (left side and right side)
Degree minute (decimal degree) Minimum 0
° 3 ′ (0.05 °)0 ° 3 ′ (0.05 °)
Nominal 0 ° 5 ′ (0.08 °)0 ° 5 ′ (0.08 °)
Maximum 0 ° 7 ′ (0.12 °)0 ° 7 ′ (0.12 °)
Wheel turning angle
(full turn) Inside
Degree minute (decimal degree)
34
° 31 ′ – 38 ° 31 ′ *2
(34.52 ° – 38.52 °) 34
° 44 ′ – 38 ° 44 ′ *4
(34.73 ° – 38.73 °)
Outside
Degree minute (decimal degree) 30
° 59 ′ – 34 ° 59 ′ *3
(30.98 ° – 34.98 °) 30
° 29 ′ – 34 ° 29 ′ *5
(30.48 ° – 34.48 °)
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PRECAUTIONSPFP:00001
Precautions for Supplemental Restraint System (SRS) “AIR BAG” and “SEAT
BELT PRE-TENSIONER”
UCS002C1
The Supplemental Restraint System such as “AIR BAG” and “SEAT BELT PRE-TENSIONER”, used along
with a front seat belt, helps to reduce the risk or severity of injury to the driver and front passenger for certain
types of collision. This system includes seat belt switch inputs and dual stage front air bag modules. The SRS
system uses the seat belt switches to determine the front air bag deployment, and may only deploy one front
air bag, depending on the severity of a collision and whether the front occupants are belted or unbelted.
Information necessary to service the system safely is included in the SRS and SB section of this Service Man-
ual.
WA RN ING:
To avoid rendering the SRS inoperative, which could increase the risk of personal injury or death
in the event of a collision which would result in air bag inflation, all maintenance must be per-
formed by an authorized NISSAN/INFINITI dealer.
Improper maintenance, including incorrect removal and installation of the SRS, can lead to per-
sonal injury caused by unintentional activation of the system. For removal of Spiral Cable and Air
Bag Module, see the SRS section.
Do not use electrical test equipment on any circuit related to the SRS unless instructed to in this
Service Manual. SRS wiring harnesses can be identified by yellow and/or orange harnesses or
harness connectors.
Precautions for On Board Diagnostic (OBD) System of A/T and EngineUCS002C2
The ECM has an on board diagnostic system. It will light up the malfunction indicator lamp (MIL) to warn the
driver of a malfunction causing emission deterioration.
CAUTION:
Be sure to turn the ignition switch “OFF” and disconnect the negative battery cable before any
repair or inspection work. The open/short circuit of related switches, sensors, solenoid valves,
etc. Will cause the MIL to light up.
Be sure to connect and lock the connectors securely after work. A loose (unlocked) connector will
cause the MIL to light up due to an open circuit. (Be sure the connector is free from water, grease,
dirt, bent terminals, etc.)
Be sure to route and secure the harnesses properly after work. Interference of the harness with a
bracket, etc. May cause the MIL to light up due to a short circuit.
Be sure to connect rubber tubes properly after work. A misconnected or disconnected rubber tube
may cause the MIL to light up due to a malfunction of the EGR system or fuel injection system, etc.
Be sure to erase the unnecessary malfunction information (repairs completed) from the TCM and
ECM before returning the vehicle to the customer.
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AUDIO
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FOR CD ONLY
Noise InspectionEKS007KK
The vehicle itself can be a source of noise if noise prevention parts or electrical equipment is malfunctioning.
Check if noise is caused and/or changed by engine speed, ignition switch turned to each position, and opera-
tion of each piece of electrical equipment, and determine the cause.
NOTE:
The source of the noise can be found easily by listening to the noise while removing the fuses of electrical
components, one by one.
TYPE OF NOISE AND POSSIBLE CAUSE
Power Supply Circuit InspectionEKS007KL
1. CHECK FUSES
Check that the following fuses are not blown.
OK or NG
OK >> GO TO 2.
NG >> If fuse is blown, be sure to eliminate cause of problem before installing new fuse. Refer to PG-4,
"POWER SUPPLY ROUTING CIRCUIT" .
Symptom Possible cause
CD cannot be inserted.
CD
Audio unit CD cannot be ejected.
The CD cannot be played.
The sound skips, stops suddenly, or is distorted.
Occurrence condition Possible cause
Occurs only when engine is ON.A continuous growling noise occurs. The speed of
the noise varies with changes in the engine speed.
Ignition components
A whistling noise occurs while the engine speed is
high. A booming noise occurs while the engine is
running and the lighting switch is ON.
Generator
The occurrence of the noise is linked with the operation of the fuel pump.
Fuel pump condenser
Noise only occurs when various
electrical components are oper-
ating.A cracking or snapping sound occurs with the
operation of various switches.
Relay malfunction, audio unit malfunction
The noise occurs when various motors are operat-
ing.
Motor case ground
Motor
The noise occurs constantly, not just under certain conditions.
Rear defogger coil malfunction
Open circuit in printed heater
Poor ground of antenna amplifier or
antenna feeder line
A cracking or snapping sound occurs while the vehicle is being driven, especially
when it is vibrating excessively.
Ground wire of body parts
Ground due to improper part installation
Wiring connections or a short circuit
Unit Terminals Signal name Fuse No.
Audio unit6 Battery power 31
10 Ignition switch ACC or ON 4
AV s w i t c h1 Battery power 31
2 Ignition switch ACC or ON 4
BOSE speaker amp. 1 Battery power 31
Subwoofer 6 Battery power 17
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COMBINATION METERS
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Next test requested Sc1XXDisplays 8-bit software
configuration value in Hex
format.Bit Coding
7-3 = reserved for future use
2 = TCS/VDC 0 = not present
1 = present
1 = Shift type 0 = Column shift
1 = Floor shift
0 = ICC 0 = not present
1 = present
Next test requested Sc2XXDisplays 8-bit software
configuration value in Hex
format.Bit coding
7-0 = Reserved for future use
Next test requested EprXXDisplays 8-bit software
configuration value in Hex
format.Bit Coding
7-2 = reserved for future use
1 = A/T Oil Temp (gauge)
0 = not present
1 = present
1 = Odo Units 0 = kilometers
1 = miles
Next test requested 1nFXXDisplays 8-bit market info
value in Hex format.$31 = USA
$2A = Canada
Next test requested cYLXXDisplays 8-bit engine con-
figuration value in Hex
format.$08 = 8 cylinder
$06 = 6 cylinder
Next test requested FFXXXXDisplays 16-bit fuel flow
constant "Q" in tenths of
cc/min in Hex format.$0000 - $FFFF
Next test requested tFDisplays 16-bit tire factor
"A" in hundredths in Hex
format.$0000 - $FFFF
Next test requested ot1XXDisplays oil pressure tell-
tale "on" threshold in A/D
counts in Hex format.$00 - $FF
Next test requested ot0XXDisplays oil pressure tell-
tale "off" threshold in A/D
counts in Hex format.$00 - $FF
Next test requested XXXXXRaw uncompensated
english speed value in
hundredths of MPH.
Speedometer indicates
present speed.Will display "-----" if message is
not received. Will display
"99999" if data received is
invalid
Next test requested XXXXXRaw uncompensated
metric speed value in
hundredths of KPH.
Speedometer indicates
present speed.Will display "-----" if message is
not received. Will display
"99999" if data received is
invalid
Next test requested tXXXXTachometer value in
RPM. Tachometer indi-
cates present RPM.Will display "-----" if message is
not received.
Next test requested F1 XXXXPresent ratioed fuel level
A/D input 1 in decimal for-
mat. Fuel gauge indicates
present filtered level.000-009 = Short circuit
010-254 = Normal range
255 = Open circuit
--- = Missing 5 seconds
Next test requested XXXCLast temperature gauge
input value in degrees C.
Temperature gauge indi-
cates present filtered tem-
perature.Will display "---"C if message is
not received.
Will display "999" if data
received is invalid. Event Odometer Display Description of Test/Data Notes:
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PRECAUTIONS
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PRECAUTIONSPFP:00001
Precautions for Supplemental Restraint System (SRS) “AIR BAG” and “SEAT
BELT PRE-TENSIONER”
UBS00GZ5
The Supplemental Restraint System such as “AIR BAG” and “SEAT BELT PRE-TENSIONER”, used along
with a front seat belt, helps to reduce the risk or severity of injury to the driver and front passenger for certain
types of collision. This system includes seat belt switch inputs and dual stage front air bag modules. The SRS
system uses the seat belt switches to determine the front air bag deployment, and may only deploy one front
air bag, depending on the severity of a collision and whether the front occupants are belted or unbelted.
Information necessary to service the system safely is included in the SRS and SB section of this Service Man-
ual.
WAR NIN G:
To avoid rendering the SRS inoperative, which could increase the risk of personal injury or death
in the event of a collision which would result in air bag inflation, all maintenance must be per-
formed by an authorized NISSAN/INFINITI dealer.
Improper maintenance, including incorrect removal and installation of the SRS, can lead to per-
sonal injury caused by unintentional activation of the system. For removal of Spiral Cable and Air
Bag Module, see the SRS section.
Do not use electrical test equipment on any circuit related to the SRS unless instructed to in this
Service Manual. SRS wiring harnesses can be identified by yellow and/or orange harnesses or
harness connectors.
On Board Diagnostic (OBD) System of Engine and A/TUBS00GZ6
The ECM has an on board diagnostic system. It will light up the malfunction indicator lamp (MIL) to warn the
driver of a malfunction causing emission deterioration.
CAUTION:
Be sure to turn the ignition switch OFF and disconnect the negative battery cable before any
repair or inspection work. The open/short circuit of related switches, sensors, solenoid valves,
etc. will cause the MIL to light up.
Be sure to connect and lock the connectors securely after work. A loose (unlocked) connector will
cause the MIL to light up due to the open circuit. (Be sure the connector is free from water, grease,
dirt, bent terminals, etc.)
Certain systems and components, especially those related to OBD, may use a new style slide-
locking type harness connector. For description and how to disconnect, refer to PG-68, "
HAR-
NESS CONNECTOR" .
Be sure to route and secure the harnesses properly after work. The interference of the harness
with a bracket, etc. may cause the MIL to light up due to the short circuit.
Be sure to connect rubber tubes properly after work. A misconnected or disconnected rubber tube
may cause the MIL to light up due to the malfunction of the EVAP system or fuel injection system,
etc.
Be sure to erase the unnecessary malfunction information (repairs completed) from the ECM and
TCM (Transmission control module) before returning the vehicle to the customer.
PrecautionUBS00GZ7
Always use a 12 volt battery as power source.
Do not attempt to disconnect battery cables while engine is
running.
Before connecting or disconnecting the ECM harness con-
nector, turn ignition switch OFF and disconnect negative
battery cable. Failure to do so may damage the ECM
because battery voltage is applied to ECM even if ignition
switch is turned OFF.
Before removing parts, turn ignition switch OFF and then
disconnect battery ground cable.
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PREPARATION
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PREPARATIONPFP:00002
Special Service ToolsUBS00GZ9
The actual shapes of Kent-Moore tools may differ from those of special service tools illustrated here.
Tool number
(Kent-Moore No.)
Tool nameDescription
EG17650301
(J-33984-A)
Radiator cap tester
adapterAdapting radiator cap tester to radiator cap and ra-
diator filler neck
a: 28 (1.10) dia.
b: 31.4 (1.236) dia.
c: 41.3 (1.626) dia.
Unit: mm (in)
KV10117100
(J-36471-A)
Heated oxygen sensor
wrenchLoosening or tightening heated oxygen sensors
with 22 mm (0.87 in) hexagon nut
KV10114400
(J-38365)
Heated oxygen sensor
wrenchLoosening or tightening heated oxygen sensors
a: 22 mm (0.87 in)
(J-44626)
Air fuel ratio (A/F) sen-
sor wrenchLoosening or tightening air fuel ratio (A/F) sensor 1
(J-44321)
Fuel pressure gauge
kitChecking fuel pressure
(J-44321-6)
Fuel pressure adapterConnecting fuel pressure gauge to quick connec-
tor type fuel lines.
(J-45488)
Quick connector re-
leaseRemove fuel tube quick connectors in engine
room.
S-NT564
S-NT379
S-NT636
LEM054
LEC642
LBIA0376E
PBIC0198E
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ENGINE CONTROL SYSTEM
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FUEL INJECTION TIMING
Two types of systems are used.
Sequential Multiport Fuel Injection System
Fuel is injected into each cylinder during each engine cycle according to the firing order. This system is used
when the engine is running.
Simultaneous Multiport Fuel Injection System
Fuel is injected simultaneously into all eight cylinders twice each engine cycle. In other words, pulse signals of
the same width are simultaneously transmitted from the ECM.
The eight injectors will then receive the signals two times for each engine cycle.
This system is used when the engine is being started and/or if the fail-safe system (CPU) is operating.
FUEL SHUT-OFF
Fuel to each cylinder is cut off during deceleration or operation of the engine at excessively high speeds.
Electronic Ignition (EI) SystemUBS00GZF
INPUT/OUTPUT SIGNAL CHART
*1: This signal is sent to the ECM through CAN communication line.
*2: ECM determines the start signal status by the signals of engine speed and battery voltage.
SYSTEM DESCRIPTION
The ignition timing is controlled by the ECM to maintain the best air-
fuel ratio for every running condition of the engine. The ignition tim-
ing data is stored in the ECM. This data forms the map shown.
The ECM receives information such as the injection pulse width and
camshaft position sensor signal. Computing this information, ignition
signals are transmitted to the power transistor.
e.g., N: 1,800 rpm, Tp: 1.50 msec
A °BTDC
During the following conditions, the ignition timing is revised by the
ECM according to the other data stored in the ECM.
At starting
During warm-up
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Sensor Input signal to ECM ECM function Actuator
Crankshaft position sensor (POS)
Engine speed*
2
Piston position
Ignition timing
controlPower transistor Camshaft position sensor (PHASE)
Mass air flow sensor Amount of intake air
Engine coolant temperature sensor Engine coolant temperature
Throttle position sensor Throttle position
Accelerator pedal position sensor Accelerator pedal position
Knock sensor Engine knocking
Park/neutral position (PNP) switch Gear position
Battery
Battery voltage*
2
Wheel sensor*1Vehicle speed
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FUEL PUMP CIRCUIT
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DescriptionUBS00HDB
SYSTEM DESCRIPTION
*: ECM determines the start signal status by the signals of engine speed and battery voltage.
The ECM activates the fuel pump for several seconds after the ignition switch is turned ON to improve engine
startability. If the ECM receives a engine speed signal from the camshaft position sensor (PHASE), it knows
that the engine is rotating, and causes the pump to operate. If the engine speed signal is not received when
the ignition switch is ON, the engine stalls. The ECM stops pump operation and prevents battery discharging,
thereby improving safety. The ECM does not directly drive the fuel pump. It controls the ON/OFF fuel pump
relay, which in turn controls the fuel pump.
COMPONENT DESCRIPTION
A turbine type design fuel pump is used in the furl tank.
CONSULT-II Reference Value in Data Monitor ModeUBS00HDC
Specification data are reference values.
Sensor Input signal to ECM ECM Function Actuator
Crankshaft position sensor (POS)
Camshaft position sensor (PHASE)Engine speed*
Fuel pump control Fuel pump relay
Battery Battery voltage*
Condition Fuel pump operation
Ignition switch is turned to ON. Operates for 1 second.
Engine running and crankingOperates.
When engine is stoppedStops in 1.5 seconds.
Except as shown aboveSto ps.
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MONITOR ITEM CONDITION SPECIFICATION
FUEL PUMP RLY
For 1 second after turning ignition switch ON
Engine running or crankingON
Except above conditions OFF