PERIODIC MAINTENANCE
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MAINTENANCE UNDER SEVERE DRIVING CONDITIONS
(Annual Mileage >30,000 Km/year)
The maintenance intervals shown on the preceding pages are for normal operating conditions. If the vehicle is
mainly operated under severe driving conditions as shown below, more frequent maintenance must be per-
formed on the following items as shown in the table.
Severe driving conditions
A — Driving in dusty conditions
B — Repeatedly driving short distances
C — Towing a trailer or caravan
D — Extensive idling
E — Driving in extremely adverse weather conditions or in areas where ambient temperatures are either
extremely low or extremely high
F — Driving in high humidity or mountainous areas
G — Driving in areas using salt or other corrosive materials
H — Driving on rough and/or muddy roads or in the desert
I — Driving with frequent use of braking or in mountainous areas
Maintenance operation: Check = Check and correct or replace as necessary.
Driving condition Maintenance itemMaintenance
operationMaintenance intervalReference
page
A........Aircleaner filterCleanEvery 5,000 km (3,000
miles)
MA-25
ReplaceEvery 30,000 km (18,000
miles)
ABCD.....Engine oil & engine oil
filterReplaceEvery 15,000 km (9,000
miles)MA-25
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MA-26
A...E....FuelfilterCheck &
drain waterEvery 15,000 km (9,000
miles)MA-25
ReplaceEvery 30,000 km (18,000
miles)MA-23
.....F...Brakefluid ReplaceEvery 30,000 km (18,000
miles)MA-35
..C....H.Differential gear oil
ReplaceEvery 30,000 km (18,000
miles)MA-33
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MA-34
Limited-slip differential
(LSD) gear oilMA-34
..C....H.Limited-slip differential
(LSD) gear oilInspect
(for level)Every 15,000 km (9,000
miles)MA-33
..C....H.Automatic transmission
fluidReplaceEvery 60,000 km (36,000
miles)MA-31
......GH.Steering gear & link-
age, axle & suspension
parts, propeller shaft,
drive shafts & exhaust
systemInspectEvery 15,000 km (9,000
miles)MA-37
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MA-38
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MA-32
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MA-38
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MA-28
A.C...GHIBrake pads, rotors &
other brake compo-
nentsInspectEvery 15,000 km (9,000
miles)MA-36
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MA-35
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MA-36
A.C...GHIBrake linings, drums &
other brake compo-
nentsInspectEvery 15,000 km (9,000
miles)MA-37MA-36,
MA-36
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A........Airconditioner filter ReplaceEvery 15,000 km (9,000
miles)ATC-122
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MTC-101
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RECOMMENDED FLUIDS AND LUBRICANTS
RECOMMENDED FLUIDS AND LUBRICANTS
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Fluids and LubricantsELS001JA
*1: For further details, see “SAE Viscosity Number”.
*2: Never use API CG-4.
*3: Use Genuine NISSAN Anti-freeze Coolant (L250) or equivalent in its quality, in order to avoid possible aluminum corrosion within the
engine cooling system caused by the use of non-genuine engine coolant.
Note that any repairs for the incidents within the engine cooling system while using non-genuine engine coolant may not be
covered by the warranty even if such incidents occurred during the warranty period.
*4: Contact a Nissan dealership for more information regarding suitable fluids, including recommended brand(s) of DEXRON
™III/MER-
CON™ Automatic Transmission Fluid.
*5: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 automatic transmission, which is not covered by the warranty.
*6: DEXRON™III type ATF can be used.
*7: Never mix different types of fluids (DOT 3 and DOT 4).Capacity (Approximate)
Recommended Fluids/Lubricants
Liter Imp measure
Engine oil
Drain and refillWith oil filter change 7.6 6-5/8 qt
lDiesel engine
API CF-4*1, *2
ACEA B1, B3, B4, B5*1 Without oil filter change 7.1 6-1/4 qt
Dry engine (engine overhaul) 7.9 7 qt
Cooling sys-
tem (with res-
ervoir)LHD models 9.9 8-3/4 qt
lGenuine NISSAN Anti-freeze Coolant (L250) or
equivalent in its quality*3 RHD models 10.2 9 qt
Reservoir tank 0.8 3/4 qt
Manual transmission gear oil2WD 3.99 7 pt
lGenuine NISSAN gear oil or API GL-4, Viscosity
SAE 75W-85 or 75W-90
4WD 4.32 7-5/8 pt
Transfer fluid 2.0 1-3/4 qt
lGenuine NISSAN ATF or equivalent*4
Differential gear oilFront 0.85 1-1/2 pt
lStandard differential gear:
Gear Oil Hypoid LSD (Part No.: KLD31-8090403)
or API GL-5, Viscosity SAE 80W-90*1
lLimited-slip differential (LSD) gear:
Gear Oil Hypoid LSD (Part No. KLD31-8090403)
or equivalent Rear 2.01 3-1/2 pt
Automatic transmission fluid 10.3 9-1/8 qt Genuine NISSAN ATF Matic Fluid J*5
Power steering fluid — — Genuine NISSAN PSF or equivalent*6
Brake and clutch fluid — —
lDOT 3 or DOT 4 (US FMVSS No. 116)*7
Multi-purpose grease — — NLGI No. 2 (Lithium soap base)
RECOMMENDED FLUIDS AND LUBRICANTS
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SAE Viscosity NumberELS001JB
DIESEL ENGINE
l5W-30 is preferable.
If 5W-30 is not available, select the viscosity, from the chart, that
is suitable for the outside temperature range.
GEAR OIL
lFor warm and cold areas: 80W-90 for the differential gear and
75W-85 for transmission gear are preferable.
lFor hot areas: 90 is suitable for ambient temperatures below
40°C (104F°).
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MANUAL TRANSMISSION
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MANUAL TRANSMISSION
PRECAUTIONS .......................................................... 2
Service Notice or Precautions .................................. 2
PREPARATION ........................................................... 3
Special Service Tools ............................................... 3
Commercial Service Tools ........................................ 5
NOISE, VIBRATION AND HARSHNESS (NVH)
TROUBLESHOOTING ................................................ 6
NVH Troubleshooting Chart ..................................... 6
DESCRIPTION ............................................................ 7
Cross-Sectional View ............................................... 7
DOUBLE-CONE SYNCHRONIZER ...................... 8
TRIPLE-CONE SYNCHRONIZER ........................ 8
M/T OIL ....................................................................... 9
Changing M/T Oil ..................................................... 9
DRAINING ............................................................. 9
FILLING ................................................................. 9
Checking M/T Oil ...................................................... 9
OIL LEAKAGE AND OIL LEVEL ........................... 9
REAR OIL SEAL ...................................................... 10
Removal and Installation ........................................ 10
REMOVAL ........................................................... 10
INSTALLATION .................................................... 11
POSITION SWITCH .................................................. 12
Checking ................................................................ 12
BACK-UP LAMP SWITCH .................................. 12
PARK/NEUTRAL POSITION (PNP) SWITCH ..... 12SHIFT CONTROL ..................................................... 13
Removal and Installation ........................................ 13
COMPONENTS ................................................... 13
REMOVAL ........................................................... 13
INSTALLATION ................................................... 13
INSPECTION AFTER INSTALLATION ................ 14
AIR BREATHER HOSE ............................................ 15
Removal and Installation ........................................ 15
TRANSMISSION ASSEMBLY .................................. 16
Removal and Installation from Vehicle ................... 16
COMPONENTS ................................................... 16
REMOVAL ........................................................... 17
INSTALLATION ................................................... 18
Disassembly and Assembly .................................... 19
COMPONENTS ................................................... 19
DISASSEMBLY ................................................... 25
INSPECTION AFTER DISASSEMBLY ................ 40
ASSEMBLY ......................................................... 44
SERVICE DATA AND SPECIFICATIONS (SDS) ...... 67
General Specifications ............................................ 67
Gear End Play ........................................................ 68
Snap Rings ............................................................. 68
Baulk Ring Clearance ............................................. 69
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PRECAUTIONS
PRECAUTIONS
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lDo not reuse transmission oil, once it has been drained.
lCheck oil level or replace oil with vehicle on level surface.
lDuring removal or installation, keep inside of transmission clear of dust or dirt.
lCheck for the correct installation status prior to removal or disassembly. If matching mark are required, be
certain they do not interfere with the function of the parts they are applied.
lIn principle, tighten bolts or nuts gradually in several steps working diagonally from inside to outside. If
tightening sequence is specified, use it.
lBe careful not to damage sliding surfaces and mating surfaces.
DESCRIPTION
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DESCRIPTIONPFP:00000
Cross-Sectional ViewECS00ID2
1. Mainshaft 2. Reverse synchronizer hub 3. Reverse coupling sleeve
4. Reverse main gear 5. 4th main gear 6. 3rd main gear
7. 1st main gear 8. 1st-2nd coupling sleeve 9. 1st-2nd synchronizer hub
10. 2nd main gear 11. 6th main gear 12. 5th-6th coupling sleeve
13. 5th-6th synchronizer hub 14. Main drive gear 15. Front cover
16. Transmission case 17. Counter gear 18. Filler plug
19. 3rd counter gear 20. 3rd-4th synchronizer hub 21. 3rd-4th coupling sleeve
22. Drain plug 23. Adapter plate 24. 4th counter gear
25. Reverse idler gear 26. Reverse idler shaft 27. Reverse counter gear
28. OD gear case 29. Rear extension
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M/T OIL
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Changing M/T OilECS00ID3
DRAINING
1. Start engine and let it run to warm up transmission.
2. Stop engine. Remove drain plug and gasket and then drain oil.
3. Set a gasket on drain plug and install it to transmission case. Tighten drain plug to the specified torque.
Refer toMT-19, "
Case Components".
CAUTION:
Do no reuse gasket.
FILLING
1. Remove filler plug and gasket. Fill with new oil until oil level reaches the specified limit near filler plug
mounting hole.
2. After refilling oil, check oil level. Set a gasket to filler plug, then install it to transmission case. Tighten filler
plug to the specified torque. Refer toMT-19, "
Case Components".
CAUTION:
Do no reuse gasket.
Checking M/T OilECS00ID4
OIL LEAKAGE AND OIL LEVEL
lMake sure that oil is not leaking from transmission or around it.
lCheck oil level from filler plug mounting hole as shown in the fig-
ure.
CAUTION:
Do not start engine while checking oil level.
lSet a gasket on filler plug and install it to transmission case.
Tighten filler plug to the specified torque. Refer toMT-19, "
Case
Components".
CAUTION:
Do not reuse gasket.Oil grade and viscosity: Refer toMA-14, "
Fluids and Lubricants".
Oil capacity
2WD models:
Approx. 3.99 (7 Imp pt)
4WD models:
Approx. 4.32 (7-5/8 Imp pt)
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REAR OIL SEAL
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INSTALLATION
Note the following, and install in the reverse order of removal.
lFor 2WD models
Drive the rear oil seal (1) and dust seal (2) using the drift.
CAUTION:
Do not incline the dust seal and rear oil seal during installa-
tion.
(A): Seal lip
lFor 4WD models
Drive the rear oil seal using the drift.
CAUTION:
Do not incline the rear oil seal during installation.
lCheck the transmission oil level after installation. Refer toMT-9,
"Checking M/T Oil". Tool number
For oil seal : ST33200000
For dust seal : KV38100500
Dimension “H
1”: 1.2 - 2.2 mm (0.047 - 0.087 in)
Dimension “H
2”: 0.5 - 1.5 mm (0.020 - 0.059 in)
PCIB1660E
Tool number : ST33200000
Dimension “A”: -0.5 - 0.5 mm (-0.020 - 0.020 in)
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