AT-32
A/T CONTROL SYSTEM
Lock-up Applied
In the lock-up applied state, the torque converter clutch control valve is set into the locked state by the torque
converter clutch solenoid and lock-up apply pressure is generated.
In this way, the torque converter clutch piston is pressed and coupled.
SMOOTH LOCK-UP CONTROL
When shifting from the lock-up released state to the lock-up applied state, the current output to the torque con-
verter clutch solenoid is controlled with the TCM. In this way, when shifting to the lock-up applied state, the
torque converter clutch is temporarily set to the half-clutched state to reduce the shock.
Half-clutched State
The current output from the TCM to the torque converter clutch solenoid is varied to gradually increase the
torque converter clutch solenoid pressure.
In this way, the lock-up apply pressure gradually rises and while the torque converter clutch piston is put into
half-clutched status, the torque converter clutch piston operating pressure is increased and the coupling is
completed smoothly.
Engine Brake ControlECS00FWO
lThe forward one-way clutch transmits the drive force from the engine to the rear wheels. But the reverse
drive from the rear wheels is not transmitted to the engine because the one-way clutch is idling.
Therefore, the low coast brake solenoid is operated to prevent the forward one-way clutch from idling and
the engine brake is operated in the same manner as conventionally.
lThe operation of the low coast brake solenoid switches the low coast brake switching valve and controls
the coupling and releasing of the low coast brake.
The low coast brake reducing valve controls the low coast brake coupling force.
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ATC-146
REFRIGERANT LINES
BREAK-IN OPERATION
When replacing compressor clutch assembly, always conduct the break-in operation. This is done by engag-
ing and disengaging the clutch about 30 times. Break-in operation raises the level of transmitted torque.
Removal and Installation for High-pressure Flexible A/C HoseEJS006CP
REMOVAL
1. Remove the front left wheel and tire assembly. Refer toWT-5, "Rotation".
2. Remove the front left mud guard.
3. Remove the front left splash shield.
4. Discharge the refrigerant. Refer toATC-138, "
HFC-134a (R-134a) Service Procedure".
5. Remove the high-pressure flexible A/C hose. Refer toATC-140, "
Components".
CAUTION:
Cap or wrap the joint of the pipe with suitable material such as vinyl tape to avoid the entry of air.
INSTALLATION
Installation is in the reverse order of removal.
Refer toATC-140, "
Components".
CAUTION:
lReplace the O-ring of the high-pressure flexible A/C hose with a new one, then apply compressor
oil to it for installation.
lAfter charging refrigerant, check for leaks.
Removal and Installation for High-pressure A/C PipeEJS006CQ
REMOVAL
1. Remove the front right wheel and tire assembly. Refer toWT-5, "Rotation".
2. Remove the front right mud guard.
3. Remove the front right splash shield.
4. Discharge the refrigerant. Refer toATC-138, "
HFC-134a (R-134a) Service Procedure".
5. Remove the low pressure A/C pipe. Refer toATC-147, "
Removal and Installation for Low-pressure A/C
Pipe".
6. Remove the high-pressure A/C pipe. Refer toATC-146, "
Removal and Installation for High-pressure A/C
Pipe".
CAUTION:
Cap or wrap the joint of the pipe with suitable material such as vinyl tape to avoid the entry of air.
INSTALLATION
Installation is in the reverse order of removal.
Refer toATC-140, "
Components".
CAUTION:
lReplace the O-ring of the high-pressure A/C pipe with a new one, then apply compressor oil to it
for installation.
lAfter charging refrigerant, check for leaks.
Removal and Installation for Low-pressure Flexible A/C HoseEJS006CR
REMOVAL
1. Remove the front right wheel and tire assembly. Refer toWT-5, "Rotation".
2. Remove the front right mud guard.
3. Remove the front right splash shield.
4. Discharge the refrigerant. Refer toATC-138, "
HFC-134a (R-134a) Service Procedure".
CAUTION:
Cap or wrap the joint of the pipe with suitable material such as vinyl tape to avoid the entry of air.
5. Remove the low-pressure flexible A/C hose. Refer toATC-140, "
Components".
INSTALLATION
Installation is in the reverse order of removal.
Refer toATC-140, "
Components".
PRECAUTIONS
BR-3
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PRECAUTIONSPFP:00001
Precautions for Supplemental Restraint System (SRS) “AIR BAG” and “SEAT
BELT PRE-TENSIONER”
EFS006DL
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. Information necessary to service the system safely is included in the SRS and SB section of
this Service Manual.
WARNING:
lTo 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.
lImproper 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.
lDo 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 Brake SystemEFS005SD
lClean dust on front brake and rear brake with a vacuum dust collector. Do not blow with compressed air.
lRecommended fluid is brake fluid “DOT 3” or “DOT 4”.
lNever reuse drained brake fluid.
lBe careful not to splash brake fluid on painted areas; it may cause paint damage. If brake fluid is splashed
on painted areas, wash it away with water immediately.
lTo clean or wash all parts of master cylinder, disc brake caliper, wheel cylinder, use new brake fluid.
lNever use mineral oils such as gasoline or kerosene. They will ruin rubber parts of the hydraulic system.
lUse a flare nut wrench when removing flare nuts, and use a flare
nut torque wrench when tighten flare nuts.
lAlways tighten brake lines to the specified torque when install-
ing.
lBefore working, turn ignition switch OFF and disconnect electri-
cal connector of ABS actuator and electric unit (control unit) or
the battery cables.
lBurnish the new brake surfaces after refinishing or replacing
drums or rotors, after replacing pads or linings, or if a soft pedal
occurs at very low mileage.
Refer toBR-29, "
BRAKE BURNISHING PROCEDURE".
WARNING:
Clean brake pads and shoes with a waste cloth, then wipe with a dust collector.SBR820BA
BRAKE TUBE AND HOSE
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CAUTION:
lAll brake tubes and hoses must be free from excessive bending, twisting and pulling.
lMake sure that there is no interference with other parts when turning steering both clockwise and
counterclockwise.
lBrake tube and hose is an important safety part. Always disassemble the parts and retighten their
fittings, if a brake fluid leak is detected. Replace applicable part with a new one, if damaged part is
detected.
lBe careful not to splash brake fluid on painted areas; it may cause paint damage. If brake fluid is
splashed on painted surfaces of body, immediately wipe off them and wash it away with water.
lDo not bend or twist brake hose sharply, or strongly pull it.
lCover the open end of brake tube and hoses when disconnecting to prevent entrance of dirt.
lRefill with new brake fluid “DOT 3” or “DOT 4”.
lNever reuse drained brake fluid.
Removal and Installation of Front Brake Tube and Brake HoseEFS005SM
REMOVAL
1. Drain brake fluid. Refer toBR-10, "Drain and Refill".
2. Using a flare nut wrench, disconnect brake tube from brake hose.
3. Remove union bolt and remove brake hose from caliper assembly.
4. Remove lock plate and remove brake hose from vehicle.
INSTALLATION
1. Assemble the union bolt and copper washers to the brake hose.
2. Insert brake hose by aligning with the protrusion on caliper
assembly, and tighten union bolt to the specified torque. Refer to
BR-12, "
Hydraulic Circuit".
3. Connect brake hose to the brake tube, partially tighten the flare
nut as much as possible by hand, then secure it to the bracket
with lock plate.
4. Using flare nut torque wrench, tighten flare nut to the specified
torque. Refer toBR-12, "
Hydraulic Circuit".
5. Refill brake fluid and bleed air. Refer toBR-11, "
Bleeding Brake
System".
Removal and Installation of Rear Brake Tube and Brake HoseEFS005SN
REMOVAL
1. Drain brake fluid. Refer toBR-10, "Drain and Refill".
2. Using a flare nut wrench, disconnect brake tube from brake hose, wheel cylinder and load sensing valve.
3. Remove lock plate and remove brake tube from vehicle.
INSTALLATION
1. Insert brake tube, then secure it to bracket with lock plate.
2. Install brake tube to brake hose, wheel cylinder and load sensing valve, then tighten the flare nut to the
specified torque using a flare nut torque wrench. Refer toBR-12, "
Hydraulic Circuit".
3. Refill brake fluid and bleed air. Refer toBR-11, "
Bleeding Brake System".
SFIA2290E
BR-26
FRONT DISC BRAKE
Removal and Installation of Brake Caliper Assembly
EFS005T1
REMOVAL
1. Remove tyre from vehicle.
2. Fasten disc rotor using wheel nut.
CAUTION:
Align the matching marks of disc rotor and wheel hub, which were marked at the time of removal
when reusing disc rotor.
3. Drain brake fluid. Refer toBR-10, "
Drain and Refill".
4. Remove union bolt and then disconnect brake hose from caliper
assembly.
5. Remove torque member mounting bolt, and remove brake cali-
per assembly.
INSTALLATION
CAUTION:
lRefill with new brake fluid “DOT 3” or “DOT 4”.
lNever reuse drained brake fluid.
1. Install brake caliper assembly to vehicle, and tighten torque member mounting bolts to the specified
torque. Refer toBR-24, "
Components".
CAUTION:
Before installing caliper assembly, wipe off oil and moisture on all mounting surfaces of steering
knuckle and caliper assembly and threads, bolts.
2. Install brake hose and then tighten union bolt to the specified torque. Refer toBR-12, "
Hydraulic Circuit".
3. Refill with new brake fluid and bleed air. Refer toBR-11, "
Bleeding Brake System".
4. Check front disc brake for drag.
5. Install tyre to vehicle.
Disassembly and Assembly of Brake Caliper AssemblyEFS005T2
DISASSEMBLY
NOTE:
Do not remove torque member, pads, shims, and pad retainers when disassembly and assembly cylinder
body assembly.
1. Remove sliding pin bolts. And then remove the pad assembly and pad retainers from torque member, if
necessary.
CAUTION:
When removing the pad retainer from the torque member, lift it in the direction indicated by the
arrow in the figure so that it does not deform.
2. Remove sliding pins and sliding pin boots from torque member.
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BR-28
FRONT DISC BRAKE
ASSEMBLY
CAUTION:
When assembling, use only rubber lubricant specified below.
1. Apply polyglycol ether based lubricant to the piston seal, and
install them to the cylinder body.
2. Apply brake fluid to piston and apply rubber grease to piston
boot.Coverthepistonendwiththepistonboot,andtheninstall
cylinder side lip of the piston boot securely into the groove on
cylinder body.
3. Insert piston into cylinder body by hand and insert piston boot
piston-side lip into the piston groove.
CAUTION:
Press the piston evenly and vary the pressing point to pre-
vent cylinder inner wall from being rubbed.
4. Install sliding pin and sliding pin boot to torque member.
5. If pad assemblies are removed, install pad assemblies to torque member. Refer toBR-25, "
Removal and
Installation of Brake Pad".
6. Install cylinder body to torque member, and then tighten sliding pin bolt to the specified torque. Refer to
BR-24, "
Components".
DISC ROTOR INSPECTION
Visual Inspection
Check surface of disc rotor for uneven wear, cracks, and serious damage. If any of them is detected, replace
applicable part.
Runout Inspection
1. Using wheel nuts, secure disc rotor to wheel hub. (2 or more positions)
2. Check runout using a dial indicator.
[measured at 10 mm (0.39 in) inside the disc edge]
CAUTION:
Make sure that wheel bearing axial end play is within the
specifications before measuring runout. Refer toFAX-5,
"WHEEL BEARING INSPECTION".
3. If runout is outside the limit, find the minimum runout point by
shifting mounting positions of disc rotor and wheel hub by one
hole.
4. If runout is still out of the specification, refinish the disc rotor with
on-car brake lathe (“MAD, DL-8700”, “AMMCO 700 and 705” or equivalent). Or replace the disc rotor.
SFIA2920E
SFIA2279E
Runout limit
(with it attached to the vehicle):0.05mm(0.002in)
BRA0013D
BR-34
REAR DRUM BRAKE
Removal and Installation of Wheel Cylinder
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REMOVAL
1. Drain brake fluid. Refer toBR-10, "Drain and Refill".
2. Remove rear brake shoe assembly.
3. Remove brake tube from the wheel cylinder.
4. Remove bolts on the wheel cylinder, and then remove wheel cylinder from the back plate.
INSTALLATION
lInstallation is the reverse order of removal. Tighten bolts to the specified torque. Refer toBR-30, "Compo-
nents".
lRefill with new brake fluid and bleed air. Refer toBR-11, "Bleeding Brake System".
Disassembly and Assembly of Wheel CylinderEFS006AI
DISASSEMBLY
1. Remove boots at the right and left of the wheel cylinder, and pull
out the pistons from cylinder.
2. Remove piston from piston cup.
INSPECTION AFTER DISASSEMBLY
Check the pistons, piston cups, and inner wall of the cylinder for wear, corrosion, and damage. If malfunction
is detected, replace it.
ASSEMBLY
CAUTION:
lDo not use Nissan rubber grease (KRE0000010, KRE000001001) during assembly.
lWhen inserting the piston, be careful not to scratch the cylinder.
1. Apply brake fluid to the piston sliding surface on the wheel cylinder.
2. Apply polyglycol ether based lubricant to the piston cups and
piston boots and assemble as shown in the figure.
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SFIA3078E
BRC-38
[ABS]
WHEEL SENSORS
REMOVAL
Pay attention to the following when removing wheel sensor.
CAUTION:
lAs much as possible, avoid rotating wheel sensor when removing it. Pull wheel sensors out with-
out pulling on sensor harness.
lTake care to avoid damaging wheel sensor edges or rotor teeth. Remove wheel sensor first before
removing front or rear wheel hub. This is to avoid damage to wheel sensor wiring and loss of sen-
sor function.
INSTALLATION
Pay attention to the following when installing wheel sensor. Tighten installation bolts and nuts to the specified
torques.
lWhen installing, make sure there is no foreign material such as iron chips on and in the mounting hole of
the wheel sensor. Make sure no foreign material has been caught in the sensor rotor. Remove any foreign
material and clean the mount.
lWhen installing wheel sensor, be sure to press rubber grommets in until they lock at locations shown
above in figure. When installed, harness must not be twisted.