2005 NISSAN X-TRAIL Coolant system

ENGINE ASSEMBLY
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Removal and Installation (4WD Models)EBS00KNT
WARNING:

Situate vehicle on a flat and solid surface.

Place chocks at front and back of rear wheels.

For engines not equipped with engine slingers, attach proper slingers and bolts described in
PARTS CATALOG.
CAUTION:

Always be careful to work safely, avoid forceful or uninstructed operations.

Do not start working until exhaust system and engine coolant are cool enough.

If items or work required are not covered by the engine section, refer to the applicable sections.

Always use the support point specified for lifting.

Use either 2-pole lift type or separate type lift as best you can. If board-on type is used for
unavoidable reasons, support at the rear axle jacking point with transmission jack or similar tool
before starting work, in preparation for the backward shift of center of gravity.

For supporting points for lifting and jacking point at rear axle, refer to GI-36, "Garage Jack and
Safety Stand" .
REMOVAL
Outline
Remove engine, transaxle and transfer assembly with front suspension member from vehicle downward. Sep-
arate front suspension member, and then separate engine and transaxle.
Preparation
1. Remove hood assembly. Refer to BL-12, "HOOD" .
1. Rear engine mounting insulator 2. Rear engine mounting bracket 3. RH engine mounting insulator
4. RH engine mounting bracket 5. Front engine mounting bracket 6. Front engine mounting insulator
7. Center member 8. LH engine mounting insulator 9. LH engine mounting bracket
10. Stopper 11. Grommet
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2. Release fuel pressure. Refer to EC-49, "FUEL PRESSURE RELEASE" (WITH EURO-OBD) or EC-562,
"FUEL PRESSURE RELEASE" (WITHOUT EURO-OBD).
3. Drain engine coolant from radiator. Refer to CO-9, "
DRAINING ENGINE COOLANT" .
4. Remove the following parts.

LH and RH undercovers

Front road wheels and tyres

Battery; Refer to SC-4, "BATTERY" .

Drive belt; Refer to EM-13, "DRIVE BELTS" .

Air duct and air cleaner case assembly; Refer to EM-16, "AIR CLEANER AND AIR DUCT" .

Alternator; Refer to SC-13, "CHARGING SYSTEM" .

Radiator and radiator cooling fan assembly; Refer to CO-12, "RADIATOR" .
5. Disconnect engine room harness from the engine side and set it aside for easier work.
6. Disconnect all vacuum hoses and air hoses connected to vehicle side at engine side.
Engine Room LH
1. Disconnect fuel feed hose, and plug it to prevent fuel from draining. Refer to EM-34, "FUEL INJECTOR
AND FUEL TUBE"
2. Disconnect heater hose, and install plug it to prevent engine coolant from draining.
3. Disconnect control cable from transaxle (A/T models). Refer to AT- 4 0 4 , "
ON-VEHICLE SERVICE" .
4. Disconnect clutch operating cylinder from transaxle, and move it aside (M/T models). Refer to CL-12,
"OPERATING CYLINDER" .
5. Disconnect shift and select cable from transaxle (M/T models). Refer to MT-16, "
CONTROL LINKAGE" .
Engine Room RH
1. Remove engine coolant reservoir tank. Refer to CO-12, "RADIATOR" .
2. Remove A/C compressor with piping connected from engine. Temporarily secure it on vehicle side with a
rope to avoid putting load on it. Refer to ATC-144, "
Removal and Installation of Compressor" .
Vehicle Underbody
1. Remove exhaust front tube. Refer to EX-2, "EXHAUST SYSTEM" .
2. Remove propeller shaft. Refer to PR-3, "
REAR PROPELLER SHAFT" .
3. Remove steering lower joint from steering gear. Refer to PS-11, "
STEERING COLUMN" .
4. Disconnect power steering fluid piping at a point between vehicle and engine. Refer to PS-37, "
HYDRAU-
LIC LINE" .
5. Remove rear plate cover from oil pan (upper). Then remove bolts fixing drive plate to torque converter
(A/T models). Refer to EM-27, "
OIL PAN AND OIL STRAINER" and AT- 4 1 3 , "REMOVAL AND INSTALLA-
TION" .
6. Remove transaxle joint bolts which pierce at oil pan (upper) lower rear side. Refer to MT-19, "
TRAN-
SAXLE ASSEMBLY" (M/T models) or AT- 4 1 3 , "REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION" (A/T models).
7. Remove front wheel sensor (LH and RH) for ABS from steering knuckle. Refer to BRC-46, "
WHEEL SEN-
SORS" (ABS) or BRC-116, "WHEEL SENSORS" (ESP/TCS/ABS).
8. Remove brake caliper assembly with piping connected from steering knuckle. Temporarily secure it on
vehicle side with a rope to avoid load on it. Refer to BR-27, "
FRONT DISC BRAKE" .
9. Remove lower ends of left and right strut from steering knuckle. Refer to FSU-5, "
FRONT SUSPENSION
ASSEMBLY" .
Removal
1. Install engine slingers into front left of cylinder head and rear right of cylinder head.

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9. Remove power steering oil pump with piping connected from engine. Move it aside on front suspension
member. Refer to PS-37, "
HYDRAULIC LINE" .
10. Remove front engine mounting and rear engine mounting through-bolts to remove front suspension mem-
ber and center member.
11. Remove starter motor. Refer to SC-23, "
STARTING SYSTEM" .
12. Separate engine and transaxle. Refer to MT-19, "
TRANSAXLE ASSEMBLY" (M/T models) or AT- 4 1 3 ,
"REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION" (A/T models).
INSTALLATION
Note the following, and install in the reverse order of removal.

Do not allow engine oil to get on engine mounting insulator. Be careful not to damage engine mounting
insulator.

When installation directions are specified, install parts according to the direction marks on them referring
to figure of components. Refer to EM-85, "
Removal and Installation (4WD Models)" .

Make sure that each mounting insulator is seated properly, and tighten mounting bolts and nuts.
INSPECTION AFTER INSTALLATION
Inspection for Leaks
The following are procedures for checking fluids leak, lubricates leak and exhaust gases leak.

Before starting engine, check oil/fluid levels including engine coolant and engine oil. If less than required
quantity, fill to the specified level. Refer to MA-17, "
RECOMMENDED FLUIDS AND LUBRICANTS" .

Use procedure below to check for fuel leakage.
–Turn ignition switch “ON” (with engine stopped). With fuel pressure applied to fuel piping, check for fuel
leakage at connection points.
–Start engine. With engine speed increased, check again for fuel leakage at connection points.

Run engine to check for unusual noise and vibration.

Warm up engine thoroughly to make sure there is no leakage of fuel, exhaust gases, or any oil/fluids
including engine oil and engine coolant.

Bleed air from lines and hoses of applicable lines, such as in cooling system.

After cooling down engine, again check oil/fluid levels including engine oil and engine coolant. Refill to the
specified level, if necessary.
Summary of the inspection items:
* Transmission/transaxle/CVT fluid, power steering fluid, brake fluid, etc.Item Before starting engine Engine running After engine stopped
Engine coolant Level Leakage Level
Engine oil Level Leakage Level
Other oils and fluid* Level Leakage Level
Fuel Leakage Leakage Leakage
Exhaust gases — Leakage —

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PRECAUTIONS

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Precautions for Draining Engine CoolantEBS00LQZ
Drain engine coolant when engine is cooled.
Precautions for Disconnecting Fuel PipingEBS00LR0

Before starting work, make sure no fire or spark producing items are in the work area.

After disconnecting pipes, plug openings to stop fuel leakage.
Precautions for Removal and DisassemblyEBS00LR1

When instructed to use special service tools, use the specified tools. Always be careful to work safely,
avoid forceful or uninstructed operations.

Exercise maximum care to avoid damage to mating or sliding surfaces.

Cover openings of engine system with tape or the equivalent, if necessary, to seal out foreign materials.

Mark and arrange disassembly parts in an organized way for easy troubleshooting and re-assembly.

When loosening nuts and bolts, as a basic rule, start with the one furthest outside, then the one diagonally
opposite, and so on. If the order of loosening is specified, do exactly as specified.
Precautions for Inspection, Repair and ReplacementEBS00LR2
Before repairing or replacing, thoroughly inspect parts. Inspect new replacement parts in the same way, and
replace if necessary.
Precautions for Assembly and InstallationEBS00LR3

Use torque wrench to tighten bolts or nuts to specification.

When tightening nuts and bolts, as a basic rule, equally tighten in several different steps starting with the
ones in center, then ones on inside and outside diagonally in this order. If the order of tightening is speci-
fied, do exactly as specified.

Replace with new liquid gasket, packing, oil seal or O-ring.

Dowel pins are used for several parts alignment. When replacing and reassembling parts with dowel pins,
make sure that dowel pins are installed in the original position.

Thoroughly wash, clean, and air-blow each part. Carefully check engine oil or engine coolant passages for
any restriction and blockage.

Avoid damaging sliding or mating surfaces. Completely remove foreign materials such as cloth lint or dust.
Before assembly, engine oil sliding surfaces well.

Release air within route when refilling after draining coolant.

After repairing, start engine and increase engine speed to check engine coolant, fuel, engine oil, and
exhaust systems for leakage.
Parts Requiring Angle TighteningEBS00LR4

Use an angle wrench (special service tool: KV10112100) for the final tightening of the following engine
parts:
–Cylinder head bolts
–Main bearing cap bolts
–Connecting rod cap nuts
–Crankshaft pulley bolt (No angle wrench is required as the bolt flange is provided with notches for angle
tightening)

Do not use a torque value for final tightening.

The torque value for these parts are for a preliminary step.

Ensure thread and seat surfaces are clean and coated with engine oil.

CATALYST
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REMOVAL
1. Remove engine undercover.
2. Drain engine coolant. Refer to CO-32, "
Changing Engine Coolant" .
3. Remove radiator hose (upper and lower). Refer to CO-35, "
RADIATOR" .
4. Remove cooling fan assembly. Refer to CO-37, "
DISASSEMBLY AND ASSEMBLY" .
5. Remove radiator mounting bracket and radiator. Refer to CO-35, "
Removal and Installation" .
6. Remove water inlet pipe. Refer to CO-45, "
THERMOSTAT AND WATER PIPING" .
7. Remove catalyst insulators.
8. Remove exhaust front tube. Refer to EX-2, "
EXHAUST SYSTEM" .
9. Remove catalyst.
CAUTION:
Do not disassemble.
NOTE:
Install two locking pins into both sides of the catalyst. Be careful not to confuse locking pins with insulator
mounting bolts.
1. Catalyst insulator 2. Gasket 3. Catalyst
4. Locking pin 5. Gusset 6. Gasket cap
7. Catalyst rear diffuser 8. Turbocharger insulator
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Catalyst locking pin : Flange bolt (black)

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c. Tighten 180 degrees in numerical order as shown (angle tight-
ening).
d. Loosen completely in reverse order of that shown in the figure.
e. Tighten all bolts in numerical order as shown.
f. Tighten 90 degrees in numerical order as shown (angle tighten-
ing).
g. Tighten another 90 degrees in numerical order as shown (angle
tightening).
CAUTION:

When the angle wrench (special service tool) is not used, paint an alignment mark on the head
of cylinder head bolt and cylinder head surface before tightening. Check the angle with a pro-
tractor.
4. Install glow plug.
CAUTION:

To avoid damage, glow plugs should be removed only when required.

Handle with care to avoid applying shock. When dropped from approx. 10 cm (3.94 in) or higher,
always replace with a new one.

Before installing, remove carbon depositing on mounting hole of glow plug with a reamer.
5. Install in the reverse order of removal.
INSPECTION AFTER INSTALLATION
Inspection for Leaks
The following are procedures for checking fluids leak, lubricates leak and exhaust gases leak.

Before starting engine, check oil/fluid levels including engine coolant and engine oil. If less than required
quantity, fill to the specified level. Refer to MA-17, "
RECOMMENDED FLUIDS AND LUBRICANTS" .

Before starting engine, bleed air from fuel piping. Refer to FL-18, "Air Bleeding" .

Run engine to check for unusual noise and vibration.

Warm up engine thoroughly to make sure there is no leakage of fuel, exhaust gases, or any oil/fluids
including engine oil and engine coolant.

Bleed air from lines and hoses of applicable lines, such as in cooling system.

After cooling down engine, again check oil/fluid levels including engine oil and engine coolant. Refill to the
specified level, if necessary.
Summary of the inspection items:
* Transmission/transaxle/CVT fluid, power steering fluid, brake fluid, etc.
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:39.2 N·m (4.0 kg-m, 29 ft-lb)
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Item Before starting engine Engine running After engine stopped
Engine coolant Level Leakage Level
Engine oil Level Leakage Level
Other oils and fluid* Level Leakage Level
Fuel Leakage Leakage Leakage
Exhaust gases — Leakage —

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ENGINE ASSEMBLY

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Removal and Installation (2WD Models)EBS01FKK
WARNING:

Situate vehicle on a flat and solid surface.

Place chocks at front and back of rear wheels.

For engines not equipped with engine slingers, attach proper slingers and bolts described in
PARTS CATALOG.
CAUTION:

Always be careful to work safely, avoid forceful or uninstructed operations.

Do not start working until exhaust system and engine coolant are cool enough.

If items or work required are not covered by the engine main body section, refer to the applicable
sections.

Always use the support point specified for lifting.

Use either 2-pole lift type or separate type lift as best you can. If board-on type is used for
unavoidable reasons, support at the rear axle jacking point with transmission jack or similar tool
before starting work, in preparation for the backward shift of center of gravity.

For supporting points for lifting and jacking point at rear axle, refer to GI-36, "Garage Jack and
Safety Stand" .
1. Rear engine mounting insulator 2. Rubber seat 3. Rear engine mounting bracket
4. RH engine mounting insulator 5. RH engine mounting bracket 6. Front engine mounting bracket
7. Front engine mounting insulator 8. Grommet 9. Center member
10. LH engine mounting insulator 11. Stopper 12. LH engine mounting bracket
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REMOVAL
Description of work
Remove engine and transaxle assembly from vehicle downward. Separate engine and transaxle.
Preparation
1. Remove hood assembly. Refer to BL-12, "HOOD" .
2. Drain engine coolant from radiator drain plug. Refer to CO-32, "
DRAINING ENGINE COOLANT" .
3. Remove the following parts.

LH and RH engine undercover

LH and RH front wheels

Battery; Refer to SC-4, "BATTERY" .

Drive belts; Refer to EM-140, "DRIVE BELTS" .

Air duct and air cleaner case assembly; Refer to EM-142, "AIR CLEANER AND AIR DUCT" .

Alternator; Refer to SC-17, "Removal and Installation" .

Radiator assembly; Refer to CO-35, "RADIATOR" .

Charge air cooler; Refer to EM-144, "CHARGE AIR COOLER" .
4. Disconnect engine room harness from the engine side and set it aside for easier work.
5. Disconnect all vacuum hoses and air hoses connected to vehicle side at engine side.
Engine room LH
1. Disconnect fuel hose, and plug it to prevent fuel from draining. Refer to EM-146, "INTAKE MANIFOLD" .
2. Disconnect heater hose, and install plug it to prevent engine coolant from draining. Refer to EM-146,
"INTAKE MANIFOLD" .
3. Remove clutch operating cylinder from transaxle, and move it aside. Refer to MT-19, "
TRANSAXLE
ASSEMBLY" and CL-12, "OPERATING CYLINDER" .
4. Disconnect shift cable from transaxle. Refer to MT-16, "
CONTROL LINKAGE" .
Engine room RH
1. Remove engine coolant reservoir tank. Refer to CO-35, "RADIATOR" .
2. Remove A/C compressor with piping connected from engine. Temporarily secure it on body with a rope to
avoid putting load on it. Refer to ATC-144, "
Removal and Installation of Compressor" .
Vehicle underbody
1. Remove exhaust front tube. Refer to EX-2, "EXHAUST SYSTEM" .
2. Disconnect power steering fluid cooler piping at a point between body and engine. Refer to PS-37,
"HYDRAULIC LINE" .
3. Remove front wheel sensor (LH and RH) for ABS from brake caliper. Refer to BRC-46, "
WHEEL SEN-
SORS" (ABS), BRC-116, "WHEEL SENSORS" (ESP/TCS/ABS).
4. Remove brake caliper with piping connected from steering knuckle. Temporarily secure it on body with a
rope to avoid load on it. Refer to BR-27, "
FRONT DISC BRAKE" .
5. Remove drive shaft (LH and RH) from steering knuckle. Refer to FA X - 11 , "
FRONT DRIVE SHAFT" .
6. Preparation for the separation work of transaxle as follows:
a. Remove crankshaft position sensor from transmission. Refer toEM-157, "
OIL PAN AND OIL STRAINER" .
b. Remove transaxle joint bolts which pierce at oil pan (lower) rear side. Refer to EM-157, "
OIL PAN AND
OIL STRAINER" .