2005 NISSAN NAVARA differential

MA-12
PERIODIC MAINTENANCE
NOTE:
l(1) Inspect once per year.
lMaintenance items with “ ” should be performed more frequently according to “Maintenance Under Severe Driving
Conditions”. Limited-slip differential (LSD) gear oil
(for level and leaks or replace)IRIRMA-33
,
MA-34
Steering gear & linkage, axle & suspension parts, propeller
shaft, drive shafts & exhaust systemIIIIMA-37
,
MA-38
,
MA-32
,
MA-38
,
MA-28
Wheel alignment (If necessary, rotate & balance wheels) I I I IFSU-7,
MA-34
Brake pads, rotors & other brake componentsIIIIMA-36
,
MA-35
,
MA-36
Brake linings, drums & other brake componentsIIIIMA-37
,
MA-36
,
MA-36
Foot brake, parking brake & clutch (For free play, stroke & oper-
ation)IIIIBR-6,
PB-2
,
CL-6
Air conditioner filterRRRRAT C - 1 2 2,
MTC-101
Body corrosionSee
NOTE (1)MA-40
MAINTENANCE OPERATIONMAINTENANCE INTERVAL
Reference
page
Perform at number of kilometers (miles) basis only.km x 1,000
(Miles x
1,000)30
(18)60
(36)90
(54)120
(72)

PERIODIC MAINTENANCE
MA-13
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G
H
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J
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MA
B
MA
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
,
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
,
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
,
MA-38
,
MA-32
,
MA-38
,
MA-28
A.C...GHIBrake pads, rotors &
other brake compo-
nentsInspectEvery 15,000 km (9,000
miles)MA-36
,
MA-35
,
MA-36
A.C...GHIBrake linings, drums &
other brake compo-
nentsInspectEvery 15,000 km (9,000
miles)MA-37MA-36,
MA-36
,
A........Airconditioner filter ReplaceEvery 15,000 km (9,000
miles)ATC-122
,
MTC-101

MA-14
RECOMMENDED FLUIDS AND LUBRICANTS
RECOMMENDED FLUIDS AND LUBRICANTS
PFP:00000
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
MA-15
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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°).
SMA204D
SLIA0015E

MA-32
CHASSIS AND BODY MAINTENANCE
Changing Transfer Fluid
ELS001IR
DRAINING
1. Stop engine.
2. Remove the drain plug and gasket and drain the fluid.
3. Install the drain plug with a new gasket to the transfer. Tighten to
the specified torque. Refer toTF-112, "
COMPONENTS".
CAUTION:
Do not reuse gasket.
FILLING
1. Remove the filler plug and gasket.
2. Fill the transfer with new fluid until the fluid level reaches the
specified limit near the filler plug hole.
CAUTION:
Carefully fill fluid. (Fill up for approx. 3 minutes)
3. Leave the vehicle for 3 minutes, and check fluid level again.
4. Install the filler plug with a new gasket to the transfer. Tighten to the specified torque. Refer toTF-112,
"COMPONENTS".
CAUTION:
Dot not reuse gasket.
Checking Propeller ShaftELS001IS
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. Refer toPR-2, "
NVH Troubleshooting Chart".
Checking Front Final Drive Oil (Front Differential Gear Oil)ELS001IT
CAUTION:
If using the vehicle for towing, the final drive oil must be replaced as specified. Refer toMA-8, "
PERI-
ODIC MAINTENANCE".
OIL LEAKAGE AND OIL LEVEL
lMake sure that oil is not leaking from the final drive assembly or around it.
lCheck oil level from the filler plug hole as shown.
CAUTION:
Do not start engine while checking oil level.
lInstall the filler plug with a new gasket on it to the final drive
assembly. Tighten to the specified torque. Refer toFFD-17,
"COMPONENTS".
CAUTION:
Do not reuse gasket.
SDIA3286E
Fluid grade: Refer toMA-14, "Fluids and Lubri-
cants".
Fluid capacity: Refer toMA-14, "
Fluids and Lubri-
cants".
SDIA3287E
LDIA0176E

CHASSIS AND BODY MAINTENANCE
MA-33
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F
G
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MA
B
MA
Changing Front Final Drive Oil (Front Differential Gear Oil)ELS001IU
CAUTION:
If using the vehicle for towing, the final drive oil must be replaced as specified. Refer toMA-8, "
PERI-
ODIC MAINTENANCE".
DRAINING
1. Stop the engine.
2. Remove the drain plug and gasket. Drain the gear oil.
3. Install the drain plug with a new gasket to the final drive assem-
bly. Tighten to the specified torque. Refer toFFD-17, "
COMPO-
NENTS".
CAUTION:
Do not reuse gasket.
FILLING
1. Remove the filler plug and gasket. Fill with new gear oil until the
oil level reaches the specified level near the filler plug hole.
2. After refilling oil, check the oil level. Install the filler plug with a
new gasket on it to the final drive assembly. Tighten to the spec-
ified torque. Refer toFFD-17, "
COMPONENTS".
CAUTION:
Do not reuse gasket.
Checking Rear Final Drive Oil (Rear Differential Gear Oil)ELS001IV
CAUTION:
If using the vehicle for towing, the final drive oil must be replaced as specified. Refer toMA-8, "
PERI-
ODIC MAINTENANCE".
OIL LEAKAGE AND OIL LEVEL
lMake sure that oil is not leaking from the final drive assembly or around it.
lCheck oil level from the filler plug hole as shown.
CAUTION:
Do not start engine while checking oil level.
lApply sealant to filler plug. Install filler plug to final drive assem-
bly and tighten to the specified torque. Refer toRFD-15, "
COM-
PONENTS"(WITH LIMITED SLIP DIFFERENTIAL) andRFD-
82, "COMPONENTS"(WITH ELECTRONIC LOCKING DIF-
FERENTIAL).
LDIA0175E
OilgradeandViscosity:
Refer toMA-14, "
Fluids and Lubricants".
Oil capacity:
Refer toMA-14, "
Fluids and Lubricants".
LDIA0176E
PDIA1039E

MA-34
CHASSIS AND BODY MAINTENANCE
Changing Rear Final Drive Oil (Rear Differential Gear Oil)
ELS001IW
CAUTION:
If using the vehicle for towing, the final drive oil must be replaced as specified. Refer toMA-8, "
PERI-
ODIC MAINTENANCE".
DRAINING
1. Stop the engine.
2. Remove the drain plug and gasket. Drain the gear oil.
3. Apply sealant to drain plug. Install drain plug to final drive
assembly and tighten to the specified torque. Refer toRFD-15,
"COMPONENTS"(WITH LIMITED SLIP DIFFERENTIAL) and
RFD-82, "
COMPONENTS"(WITH ELECTRONIC LOCKING
DIFFERENTIAL).
CAUTION:
Do not reuse gasket.
FILLING
1. Remove the filler plug. Fill with new gear oil until oil level
reaches the specified limit near filler plug hole.
2. After refilling oil, check oil level. Apply sealant to filler plug.
Install filler plug to final drive assembly and tighten to the speci-
fied torque. Refer toRFD-15, "
COMPONENTS"(WITH LIM-
ITED SLIP DIFFERENTIAL) andRFD-82, "
COMPONENTS"
(WITH ELECTRONIC LOCKING DIFFERENTIAL).
CAUTION:
Do not reuse gasket.
Balancing WheelsELS001IX
Adjust the wheel balance using the road wheel center. Refer toWT-6, "Road Wheel".
Tire RotationELS001IY
1. Rotate the tires on each side from front to back as shown, using
power tool.
lFollow the maintenance schedule for tire rotation service
intervals. Refer toMA-7, "
GENERAL MAINTENANCE".
lDo not include the spare tire when rotating the tires.
CAUTION:
When installing wheels, tighten them diagonally by divid-
ing the work two to three times in order to prevent the
wheels from developing any distortion.
2. Adjust the tire pressure to specification. Refer toWT-6, "
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
PDIA1038E
Oil grade: Refer toMA-14, "Fluids and Lubricants".
Oil capacity: Refer toMA-14, "
Fluids and Lubricants".
PDIA1039E
Wheel nuts : 98 - 127 N·m (10.0 - 12.9 kg-m, 73 -
- 93 ft-lb)
SMA829C

PR-2
NOISE, VIBRATION, AND HARSHNESS (NVH) TROUBLESHOOTING
NOISE, VIBRATION, AND HARSHNESS (NVH) TROUBLESHOOTING
PFP:00003
NVH Troubleshooting ChartEDS002WN
Use the chart below to help you find the cause of the symptom. If necessary, repair or replace these parts.
´: ApplicableReference page
PR-3
(front)
PR-7(rear)
PR-3(front)
PR-7(rear)
PR-3(front)
PR-7(rear)
RFD-7, "
NVH Troubleshooting Chart
"
RFD-39, "
NVH Troubleshooting Chart
"
FA X -4 , "
NVH Troubleshooting Chart
"
RAX-5, "
NVH Troubleshooting Chart
"
FSU-5, "
NVH Troubleshooting Chart
"
RSU-3, "
NVH Troubleshooting Chart
"
WT-2, "
NVH Troubleshooting Chart
"
WT-2, "
NVH Troubleshooting Chart
"
FA X -4 , "
NVH Troubleshooting Chart
"
RAX-5, "
NVH Troubleshooting Chart
"
BR-5, "
NVH Troubleshooting Chart
"
PS-5, "
NVH Troubleshooting Chart
"
Possible cause and suspected parts
Uneven rotation torque
Rotation imbalance
Excessive runout
Differential
Axle
Suspension
Tires
Road wheel
Drive shaft
Axle shaft
Brakes
Steering
SymptomNoise´´´´´´´´´´´´
Shake´´´´´´´´
Vibration´´´ ´´´ ´´ ´