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Changing A/T FluidELS001C1
1. Run the engine to warm up the ATF.
2. Stop the engine.
3. Remove the bolt for the ATF level gauge.
4. Drain the ATF from the drain plug hole and refill the transmission
with new ATF. Always refill same volume with drained fluid and
use the dipstick to check the fluid level as shown. Add fluid as
necessary.
To flush out the old fluid from the coolers, pour new fluid into the charging pipe with the engine idling
and at the same time drain the old fluid from the auxiliary transmission oil cooler hose return line.
When the color of the fluid coming out of the auxiliary transmission oil cooler hose return line is about
the same as the color of the new fluid, flushing out the old fluid is complete. The amount of new trans-
mission fluid used for flushing should be 30% to 50% of the specified capacity.
CAUTION:
Use only Genuine NISSAN ATF Matic Fluid J. Do not mix with other fluid.
Using automatic transmission fluid other than Genuine NISSAN ATF Matic Fluid J will cause
deterioration in driveability and automatic transmission durability, and may damage the auto-
matic transmission, which is not covered by the warranty.
When filling the transmission with fluid, do not spill the ATF on any heat generating parts such
as the exhaust manifold.
5. Check the fluid level and condition. Refer to MA-22, "
Checking A/T Fluid" . If the fluid is still dirty, repeat
steps 2 through 5.
6. Install the ATF level gauge in the fluid charging pipe and install the level gauge bolt. Tighten the level
gauge bolt to specification.
Changing Transfer FluidELS001H0
DRAINING
1. Stop the engine.
2. Remove the drain plug and gasket to drain the transfer fluid as
shown.
3. Install the new gasket on the drain plug and install the drain plug
in the transfer. Tighten the drain plug to specification.
CAUTION:
Do not reuse the gasket.
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Transmission fluid type and capacity : Refer to MA-11, "Fluids and Lubricants" .
Drain plug : Refer to AT-250, "
Components" .
Level gauge bolt : Refer to AT-250, "
Components" .
Drain plug : Refer to TF-144, "
COMPONENTS" .
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FILLING
1. Remove the filler plug and gasket. Fill with new specified fluid
until the fluid level reaches the specified limit near the filler plug
mounting hole as shown.
CAUTION:
Carefully fill the transfer with fluid. Filling should take
approximately three minutes.
2. Leave the vehicle for three minutes and then check the fluid
level again as shown.
3. Install the new gasket on the filler plug and install the filler plug
in the transfer. Tighten the filler plug to specification.
CAUTION:
Do not reuse the gasket.
Checking Transfer FluidELS001H1
FLUID LEAKAGE AND FLUID LEVEL
1. Check for any fluid leaks from the transfer assembly or around it and correct as necessary.
2. Remove the filler plug to check the fluid level at the filler plug
mounting hole as shown.
CAUTION:
Do not start the engine while checking the fluid level.
3. Install the new gasket on the filler plug and install the filler plug
in the transfer. Tighten the filler plug to specification.
CAUTION:
Do not reuse the gasket.
Checking Propeller ShaftELS001C5
Check the front and rear propeller shafts for damage, dents, and cracks. Check the joints for looseness and
any damage. Repair or replace as necessary.
Checking Final Drive OilELS001H3
1. Remove the filler plug.
2. Check the oil level as shown. Add the specified oil as necessary.
NOTE:
Rear final drive shown, front final drive similar
3. Install the filler plug and tighten to specification.
Changing Final Drive OilELS001C7
1. Remove the filler plug.Fluid capacity and grade : Refer to MA-11, "
Fluids
and Lubricants" .
Filler plug : Refer to TF-144, "
COMPONENTS" .
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Filler plug : Refer to TF-144, "COMPONENTS" .
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Oil grade and viscosity : Refer to MA-11, "Fluids and
Lubricants" .
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Filler plug : Refer to FFD-13, "COMPONENTS"
(FFD), RFD-12, "
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2. Remove the drain plug and drain the final drive oil.
3. Apply sealant to the drain plug threads.
Use High Performance Thread Sealant or equivalent. Refer to GI-45, "Recommended Chemical Prod-
ucts and Sealants" .
4. Install the drain plug and tighten to specification.
5. Refill the rear final drive with new specified oil.
6. Check the oil level.
NOTE:
Rear final drive shown, front final drive similar
7. Install the filler plug and tighten to specification.
Balancing WheelsELS001H4
REMOVAL
1. Using releasing agent, remove double-faced adhesive tape from the wheel.
CAUTION:
Be careful not to scratch the wheel during removal.
After removing double-faced adhesive tape, wipe clean traces of releasing agent from the
wheel.
WHEEL BALANCE ADJUSTMENT
If a tire balance machine has adhesion balance weight mode settings and drive-in weight mode setting,
select and adjust a drive-in weight mode suitable for wheels.
1. Set wheel on wheel balancer using the center hole as a guide. Start the tire balance machine.
2. When inner and outer imbalance values are shown on the wheel balancer indicator, multiply outer imbal-
ance value by 1.6 to determine balance weight that should be used. Select the outer balance weight with
a value closest to the calculated value and install it to the designated outer position of, or at the desig-
nated angle in relation to the road wheel.
CAUTION:
Do not install the inner balance weight before installing the outer balance weight.
Before installing the balance weight, be sure to clean the mating surface of the wheel.
Indicated imbalance value × 5/3 = balance weight to be installed
Calculation example:
23 g (0.81 oz) × 5/3 = 38.33 g (1.35 oz) = 40 g (1.41 oz) balance
weight (closer to calculated balance weight value)
Note that balance weight value must be closer to the calculated
balance weight value.
Example:
37.4 g = 35 g (1.23 oz)
37.5 g = 40 g (1.41 oz)Drain plug : Refer to FFD-13, "
COMPONENTS" (FFD), RFD-12, "Components"
(RFD).
Oil grade and capacity : Refer to MA-11, "
Fluids and Lubricants" .
Filler plug : Refer to FFD-13, "
COMPONENTS"
(FFD), RFD-12, "
Components" (RFD).
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a. Install balance weight in the position shown.
b. When installing balance weight to wheels, set it into the grooved
area on the inner wall of the wheel as shown so that the balance
weight center is aligned with the wheel balancer indication posi-
tion (angle).
CAUTION:
Always use Genuine NISSAN adhesion balance weights.
Balance weights are not reusable; always replace with
new ones.
Do not install more than three sheets of balance weights.
c. If calculated balance weight value exceeds 50 g (1.76 oz), install
two balance weight sheets in line with each other as shown.
CAUTION:
Do not install one balance weight sheet on top of another.
3. Start wheel balancer again.
4. Install drive-in balance weight on inner side of road wheel in the wheel balancer indication position
(angle).
CAUTION:
Do not install more than two balance weights.
5. Start wheel balancer. Make sure that inner and outer residual imbalance values are 5 g (0.18 oz) each or
below.
Wheel Balance (Maximum Allowable Imbalance)
If either residual imbalance value exceeds 5 g (0.18 oz), repeat installation procedures.
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SM A05 6D
Maximum allowable imbalanceDynamic (At rim flange) 5 g (0.18 oz) (one side)
Static 10 g (0.35 oz)
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Tire RotationELS001H5
1. Rotate the tires on each side from front to back as shown.
2. Adjust the tire pressure to specification. Refer to WT-34, "
Tire" .
3. After the tire rotation, retighten the wheel nuts after the vehicle
has been driven for 1,000 km (600 miles), and also after a wheel
and tire have been installed such as after repairing a flat tire.
Checking Brake Fluid Level and LeaksELS001CA
Check the brake fluid level in the reservoir tank. It should be
between the “MAX” and “MIN” lines on the reservoir tank.
If the fluid level is extremely low, check the brake system.
If the brake warning lamp comes on when the fluid is at the cor-
rect level, check the brake fluid level switch and the parking
brake switch.
Checking Brake Lines and CablesELS001CB
1. Check the brake lines and hoses for cracks, deterioration, and
other damage. Replace any damaged parts.
CAUTION:
If brake fluid leaks are visible around the brake line joints,
retighten the joint, or replace damaged parts as necessary.
2. Check for brake fluid leaks by fully depressing brake pedal while
engine is running.
Checking Disc BrakeELS001CC
ROTOR
Check the rotor condition for wear or damage. Refer to BR-31,
"Front Disc Brake" , BR-32, "Rear Disc Brake" . Wheel nuts : Refer to WT-6, "
WHEEL AND TIRE
ASSEMBLY" .
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CALIPER
Check the caliper for any leaks, repair as necessary.
PA D
Check the pads for wear or damage. Refer to BR-31, "Front Disc
Brake" , BR-32, "Rear Disc Brake" .
Checking Steering Gear and LinkageEL S00 1C D
STEERING GEAR
Check the steering gear housing for looseness, damage and oil
leakage as shown.
Check the steering column connections for looseness.
STEERING LINKAGE
Check the ball joint, dust cover and other component parts for looseness, wear, damage, and grease leak-
age.
Checking Power Steering Fluid and LinesELS001CE
CHECKING FLUID LEVEL
Check the power steering fluid level with the engine off.
Check fluid level on reservoir. Use “HOT” range at fluid tempera-
tures of 50° to 80°C (122° to 176°F). Use “COLD” range at fluid
temperatures of 0° to 30°C (32° to 86°F).
CAUTION:
Do not overfill.
Refer to MA-11, "Fluids and Lubricants" .
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CHECKING LINES
Check lines for improper attachment, leaks, cracks, damage,
loose connections, chafing, and deterioration.
Checking Axle and Suspension PartsELS001CF
FRONT AND REAR AXLE AND SUSPENSION PARTS
Check front and rear axle and suspension parts for excessive play, cracks, wear or other damage.
Shake each wheel to check for excessive play.
Rotate each wheel to check for abnormal noise.
Check the axle and suspension nuts and bolts for looseness.
Check the strut and shock absorber for oil leakage or other damage.
Check the suspension ball joints for grease leakage and ball joint dust cover for cracks or other damage.
DRIVE SHAFT
Check the boots and drive shaft for cracks, wear, damage, and
grease leakage.
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Lubricating Locks, Hinges and Hood LatchesELS001CG
Lubricate the locks, hinges, and latches at the locations as shown. Refer to MA-11, "Fluids and Lubricants" .
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