2005 NISSAN X-TRAIL Engine cooling system

DTC P0217 ENGINE OVER TEMPERATURE
EC-1491
[YD (WITHOUT EURO-OBD)]
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7. CHECK COOLING FAN MOTORS-1 AND -2
Refer to EC-1492, "
Component Inspection" .
OK or NG
OK >> GO TO 7.
NG >> Replace cooling fan relays.
8. CHECK INTERMITTENT INCIDENT
Perform EC-1414, "
TROUBLE DIAGNOSIS FOR INTERMITTENT INCIDENT" .
>>INSPECTION END
Main 12 Causes of OverheatingEBS0120C
*1: Turn the ignition switch ON.
*2: Engine running at 3,000 rpm for 10 minutes.
*3: Drive at 90 km/h (55 MPH) for 30 minutes and then let idle for 10 minutes.
*4: After 60 minutes of cool down time.
For more information, refer to CO-28, "
OVERHEATING CAUSE ANALYSIS" . Engine Step Inspection item Equipment Standard Reference page
OFF 1

Blocked radiator

Blocked condenser

Blocked radiator grille

Blocked bumper

Visual No blocking —
2

Coolant mixture
Coolant tester 50 - 50% coolant mixture See MA-19, "Engine
Coolant Mixture Ratio" .
3

Coolant level
Visual Coolant up to MAX level
in reservoir tank and radi-
ator filler neckSee CO-32, "LEVEL
CHECK" .
4

Radiator cap
Pressure tester 59 - 98 kPa
(0.59 - 0.98 bar, 0.6 - 1.0
kg/cm
2 , 9 - 14 psi) (Limit)See MA-33, "
CHECKING
RADIATOR CAP" .
ON*
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Coolant leaks
Visual No leaks See CO-32, "CHECKING
RADIATOR SYSTEM
FOR LEAKS" .
ON*
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Thermostat
Touch the upper and
lower radiator hosesBoth hoses should be hot See CO-45, "THERMO-
STAT AND WATER PIP-
ING" , and CO-35,
"RADIATOR" .
ON*
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Cooling fan
CONSULT-II Operating See trouble diagnosis for
DTC P0217 (EC-1480
).
OFF 8

Combustion gas leak
Color checker chemical
tester 4 Gas analyzerNegative —
ON*
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Coolant temperature
gauge
Visual Gauge less than 3/4
when driving—

Coolant overflow to
reservoir tank
Visual No overflow during driving
and idlingSee MA-30, "Changing
Engine Coolant" .
OFF*
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Coolant return from
reservoir tank to radia-
tor
Visual Should be initial level in
reservoir tankSee CO-32, "LEVEL
CHECK" .
OFF 11

Cylinder head
Straight gauge feeler
gauge0.1 mm (0.004 in) Maxi-
mum distortion (warping)SeeEM-209, "CYLIN-
DER HEAD" .
12

Cylinder block and pis-
tons
Visual No scuffing on cylinder
walls or pistonSee EM-230, "CYLIN-
DER BLOCK" .

AT-10
PRECAUTIONS


After performing each TROUBLE DIAGNOSIS, perform
“DTC (Diagnostic Trouble Code) CONFIRMATION PROCE-
DURE”.
The DTC should not be displayed in the “DTC Confirmation
Procedure” if the repair is completed.

Before proceeding with disassembly, thoroughly clean the out-
side of the transaxle. It is important to prevent the internal parts
from becoming contaminated by dirt or other foreign matter.

Disassembly should be done in a clean work area.

Use lint-free cloth or towels for wiping parts clean. Common
shop rags can leave fibers that could interfere with the operation
of the transaxle.

Place disassembled parts in order for easier and proper assembly.

All parts should be carefully cleaned with a general purpose, non-flammable solvent before inspection or
reassembly.

Gaskets, seals and O-rings should be replaced any time the transaxle is disassembled.

It is very important to perform functional tests whenever they are indicated.

The valve body contains precision parts and requires extreme care when parts are removed and serviced.
Place disassembled valve body parts in order for easier and proper assembly. Care will also prevent
springs and small parts from becoming scattered or lost.

Properly installed valves, sleeves, plugs, etc. will slide along bores in valve body under their own weight.

Before assembly, apply a coat of recommended ATF to all parts. Apply petroleum jelly to protect O-rings
and seals, or hold bearings and washers in place during assembly. Do not use grease.

Extreme care should be taken to avoid damage to O-rings, seals and gaskets when assembling.

After overhaul, refill the transaxle with new ATF.

When the A/T drain plug is removed, only some of the fluid is drained. Old A/T fluid will remain in torque
converter and ATF cooling system.
Always follow the procedures under “Changing A/T Fluid” in the AT section when changing A/T fluid. Refer
to “Changing A/T Fluid”, AT- 1 6 , "
A/T FLUID" .
Service Notice or PrecautionsECS004Q3
FAIL -SAF E
The TCM has an electronic Fail-Safe (limp home mode). This allows the vehicle to be driven even if a major
electrical input/output device circuit is damaged.
Under Fail-Safe, the vehicle always runs in third gear, even with a shift lever position of “1”, “2” or “D”. The cus-
tomer may complain of sluggish or poor acceleration.
Always follow the “WORK FLOW”, refer to AT- 2 5 5 , "
Work Flow" (EXCEPT FOR Euro-OBD) or AT- 6 1 , "Work
Flow" (Euro-OBD).
The SELF-DIAGNOSIS results will be as follows:

The first SELF-DIAGNOSIS will indicate damage to the vehicle speed sensor or the revolution sensor.

During the next SELF-DIAGNOSIS, performed after checking the sensor, no damages will be indicated.
TORQUE CONVERTER SERVICE
The torque converter should be replaced under any of the following conditions:

External leaks in the hub weld area.

Converter hub is scored or damaged.

Converter pilot is broken, damaged or fits poorly into crankshaft.

Steel particles are found after flushing the cooler and cooler lines.

Pump is damaged or steel particles are found in the converter.

Vehicle has TCC shudder and/or no TCC apply. Replace only after all hydraulic and electrical diagnoses
have been made. (Converter clutch material may be glazed.)

Converter is contaminated with engine coolant containing antifreeze.

Internal failure of stator roller clutch.

Heavy clutch debris due to overheating (blue converter).
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A/T FLUID
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6. Check A/T fluid condition.

If A/T fluid is very dark or smells burned, checking operation
of A/T. Flush cooling system after repair of A/T.

If A/T fluid contains frictional material (clutches, bands, etc.),
replace radiator and flush cooler line using cleaning solvent
and compressed air after repair of A/T. Refer to CO-12,
"RADIATOR" , CO-15, "RADIATOR (ALUMINUM TYPE)" .
7. Install the removed A/T fluid level gauge in the A/T fluid charging
pipe.
CAUTION:
Firmly fix the A/T fluid level gauge to the A/T fluid charging
pipe using a stopper attached.
Changing A/T FluidECS004Q8
1. Warm up A/T fluid.
2. Stop engine.
3. Drain A/T fluid from drain plug and refill with new A/T fluid. Always refill same volume with drained fluid.
Refer to MA-17, "
RECOMMENDED FLUIDS AND LUBRICANTS" .
CAUTION:
Do not reuse drain plug gasket.
4. Run engine at idle speed for five minutes.
5. Check A/T fluid level and condition. Refer to AT- 1 6 , "
Checking
A/T Fluid" . If A/T fluid is still dirty, repeat steps 2 through 5.
SAT638A
Fluid capacity (With torque converter):
Approx. 8.5 (7-1/2 lmp qt)
Drain plug:
: 34 N·m (3.5 kg-m, 25 ft-lb)
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ATC-2 INTAKE SWITCH ................................................. 31
A/C SWITCH ....................................................... 31
Discharge Air Flow ................................................. 32
System Description ................................................. 33
SWITCHES AND THEIR CONTROL FUNCTION ... 33
TROUBLE DIAGNOSIS ............................................ 34
How to Perform Trouble Diagnoses for Quick and
Accurate Repair ...................................................... 34
WORK FLOW ...................................................... 34
SYMPTOM TABLE .............................................. 34
Component Parts and Harness Connector Location ... 35
ENGINE COMPARTMENT .................................. 35
PASSENGER COMPARTMENT .......................... 36
Schematic ............................................................... 37
WITH GASOLINE ENGINE ................................. 37
WITH DIESEL ENGINE ....................................... 38
Wiring Diagram —A/C— ......................................... 39
WITH GASOLINE ENGINE / LHD MODELS ....... 39
WITH GASOLINE ENGINE / RHD MODELS ...... 43
WITH DIESEL ENGINE / LHD MODELS ............ 47
WITH DIESEL ENGINE / RHD MODELS ............ 51
Auto Amp. Terminals and Reference Value ............ 55
PIN CONNECTOR TERMINAL LAYOUT ............ 55
TERMINALS AND REFERENCE VALUE FOR
AUTO AMP. ......................................................... 55
Self-diagnosis Function .......................................... 57
DESCRIPTION .................................................... 57
FUNCTION CONFIRMATION PROCEDURE ...... 59
AUXILIARY MECHANISM: TEMPERATURE
SETTING TRIMMER ........................................... 63
AUXILIARY MECHANISM: FOOT POSITION
SETTING TRIMMER ........................................... 63
AUXILIARY MECHANISM: INLET PORT MEM-
ORY FUNCTION ................................................. 64
Operational Check .................................................. 65
CHECKING BLOWER ......................................... 65
CHECKING DISCHARGE AIR ............................ 65
CHECKING INTAKE DOOR ................................ 65
CHECKING TEMPERATURE DECREASE ......... 66
CHECKING TEMPERATURE INCREASE .......... 66
CHECKING A/C SWITCH ................................... 66
Power Supply and Ground Circuit for Auto Amp. ... 67
INSPECTION FLOW ........................................... 67
COMPONENT DESCRIPTION ............................ 67
DIAGNOSTIC PROCEDURE FOR A/C SYSTEM ... 68
LAN System Circuit ................................................ 69
DIAGNOSTIC PROCEDURE FOR LAN CIR-
CUIT .................................................................... 69
Mode Door Motor Circuit ........................................ 73
INSPECTION FLOW ........................................... 73
SYSTEM DESCRIPTION .................................... 74
COMPONENT DESCRIPTION ............................ 75
DIAGNOSTIC PROCEDURE FOR MODE
DOOR MOTOR ................................................... 75
Air Mix Door Motor Circuit ...................................... 76
INSPECTION FLOW ........................................... 76
SYSTEM DESCRIPTION .................................... 77
COMPONENT DESCRIPTION ............................ 78
DIAGNOSTIC PROCEDURE FOR AIR MIX DOOR MOTOR .................................................... 78
Intake Door Motor Circuit ........................................ 79
INSPECTION FLOW ............................................ 79
SYSTEM DESCRIPTION ..................................... 80
COMPONENT DESCRIPTION ............................ 81
DIAGNOSTIC PROCEDURE FOR INTAKE
DOOR MOTOR .................................................... 81
Blower Motor Circuit ................................................ 82
INSPECTION FLOW ............................................ 82
SYSTEM DESCRIPTION ..................................... 83
COMPONENT DESCRIPTION ............................ 84
DIAGNOSTIC PROCEDURE FOR BLOWER
MOTOR ................................................................ 84
COMPONENT INSPECTION ............................... 87
Magnet Clutch Circuit .............................................. 88
INSPECTION FLOW ............................................ 88
SYSTEM DESCRIPTION ..................................... 89
DIAGNOSTIC PROCEDURE FOR MAGNET
CLUTCH .............................................................. 89
COMPONENT INSPECTION ............................... 94
Insufficient Cooling .................................................. 96
INSPECTION FLOW ............................................ 96
PERFORMANCE TEST DIAGNOSIS .................. 98
PERFORMANCE CHART ..................................100
TROUBLE DIAGNOSIS FOR UNUSUAL PRES-
SURE .................................................................102
Insufficient Heating ...............................................105
INSPECTION FLOW ..........................................105
Noise .....................................................................107
INSPECTION FLOW ..........................................107
Self-Diagnosis .......................................................108
INSPECTION FLOW ..........................................108
Ambient Sensor Circuit .........................................109
COMPONENT DESCRIPTION ..........................109
AMBIENT TEMPERATURE INPUT PROCESS .109
DIAGNOSTIC PROCEDURE FOR AMBIENT
SENSOR ............................................................109
COMPONENT INSPECTION ............................. 111
In-Vehicle Sensor Circuit ....................................... 111
COMPONENT DESCRIPTION .......................... 111
DIAGNOSTIC PROCEDURE FOR IN-VEHICLE
SENSOR ............................................................112
COMPONENT INSPECTION .............................113
Sunload Sensor Circuit .........................................114
COMPONENT DESCRIPTION ..........................114
SUNLOAD INPUT PROCESS ...........................114
DIAGNOSTIC PROCEDURE FOR SUNLOAD
SENSOR ............................................................114
COMPONENT INSPECTION .............................116
Intake Sensor Circuit .............................................117
COMPONENT DESCRIPTION ..........................117
DIAGNOSTIC PROCEDURE FOR INTAKE SEN-
SOR ...................................................................117
COMPONENT INSPECTION .............................119
CONTROLLER ........................................................120
Removal and Installation .......................................120
REMOVAL ..........................................................120
INSTALLATION ..................................................120

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AMBIENT SENSOR ................................................ 121
Removal and Installation ...................................... 121
REMOVAL ......................................................... 121
INSTALLATION ................................................. 121
IN-VEHICLE SENSOR ............................................ 122
Removal and Installation ...................................... 122
REMOVAL ......................................................... 122
INSTALLATION ................................................. 122
SUNLOAD SENSOR .............................................. 123
Removal and Installation ...................................... 123
REMOVAL ......................................................... 123
INSTALLATION ................................................. 123
INTAKE SENSOR ................................................... 124
Removal and Installation ...................................... 124
REMOVAL ......................................................... 124
INSTALLATION ................................................. 124
BLOWER UNIT ....................................................... 125
Removal and Installation ...................................... 125
REMOVAL ......................................................... 125
INSTALLATION ................................................. 125
Disassembly and Assembly ................................. 126
BLOWER MOTOR .................................................. 127
Removal and Installation ...................................... 127
REMOVAL ......................................................... 127
INSTALLATION ................................................. 127
INTAKE DOOR MOTOR ......................................... 128
Removal and Installation ...................................... 128
REMOVAL ......................................................... 128
INSTALLATION ................................................. 128
FAN CONTROL AMPLIFIER .................................. 129
Removal and Installation ...................................... 129
REMOVAL ......................................................... 129
INSTALLATION ................................................. 129
AIR CONDITIONER FILTER ................................... 130
Removal and Installation ...................................... 130
FUNCTION ........................................................ 130
REPLACEMENT TIMING .................................. 130
REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES ..................... 130
HEATER & COOLING UNIT ASSEMBLY .............. 131
Removal and Installation ...................................... 131
REMOVAL ......................................................... 131
INSTALLATION ................................................. 132
Disassembly and Assembly ................................. 132
MODE DOOR MOTOR ........................................... 134
Removal and Installation ...................................... 134
REMOVAL ......................................................... 134
INSTALLATION ................................................. 134
AIR MIX DOOR MOTOR ......................................... 135
Removal and Installation ...................................... 135
REMOVAL ......................................................... 135
INSTALLATION ................................................. 135
HEATER CORE ...................................................... 136
Removal and Installation ...................................... 136
REMOVAL ......................................................... 136
INSTALLATION ................................................. 136
DUCTS AND GRILLES .......................................... 137
Removal and Installation ...................................... 137
REMOVAL ......................................................... 137
INSTALLATION ................................................. 140REFRIGERANT LINES ...........................................141
HFC-134a (R-134a) Service Procedure ...............141
SETTING OF SERVICE TOOLS AND EQUIP-
MENT ................................................................141
Components .........................................................143
WITH GASOLINE ENGINE ...............................143
WITH DIESEL ENGINE .....................................144
Removal and Installation of Compressor ..............144
REMOVAL .........................................................144
INSTALLATION .................................................146
Removal and Installation of Compressor Clutch ..146
REMOVAL .........................................................146
INSTALLATION .................................................150
Removal and Installation of Low-pressure Flexible
Hose .....................................................................153
REMOVAL .........................................................153
INSTALLATION .................................................154
Removal and Installation of High-pressure Flexible
Hose .....................................................................154
REMOVAL .........................................................154
INSTALLATION .................................................155
Removal and Installation of High-pressure Pipe ..155
REMOVAL .........................................................155
INSTALLATION .................................................155
Removal and Installation of Condenser ................155
REMOVAL .........................................................155
INSTALLATION .................................................156
Removal and Installation of Liquid Tank ...............156
REMOVAL .........................................................156
INSTALLATION .................................................157
Removal and Installation of Refrigerant Pressure
Sensor ..................................................................157
REMOVAL .........................................................157
INSTALLATION .................................................157
Removal and Installation of Dual-pressure Switch .158
REMOVAL .........................................................158
INSTALLATION .................................................158
Removal and Installation of Evaporator ................158
REMOVAL .........................................................158
INSTALLATION .................................................159
Removal and Installation of Expansion Valve .......159
REMOVAL .........................................................159
INSTALLATION .................................................159
Checking for Refrigerant Leaks ............................160
Checking System for Leaks Using the Fluorescent
Leak Detector .......................................................160
Dye Injection .........................................................160
Electronic Refrigerant Leak Detector ....................161
PRECAUTIONS FOR HANDLING LEAK
DETECTOR .......................................................161
CHECKING PROCEDURE ...............................161
SERVICE DATA AND SPECIFICATIONS (SDS) ....164
Compressor ..........................................................164
Lubricant ...............................................................164
Refrigerant ............................................................164
Engine Idling Speed .............................................164
Belt Tension ..........................................................164

ATC-8
PRECAUTIONS

With Diesel Engine
NOTE:
This illustration is for RHD models. The blower and heater & cooling unit layouts for LHD models are symmet-
rically opposite.
CAUTION:
The new and former refrigerant connections use different O-ring configurations. Do not confuse O-
rings since they are not interchangeable. If a wrong O-ring is installed, refrigerant will leak at, or
around, the connection.
O-Ring Part Numbers and Specifications
WARNING:
Make sure all refrigerant is discharged into the recycling equipment and the pressure in the system is
less than atmospheric pressure. Then gradually loosen the discharge side hose fitting and remove it.
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tion typeO-ring
sizePart number D mm (in) W mm (in)
New
892471 N8210 6.8 (0.268) 1.85 (0.0728)
Former 92470 N8200 6.07 (0.2390) 1.78 (0.0701)
Former 10 J2476 89956 9.25 (0.3642) 1.78 (0.0701)
New
1292472 N8210 10.9 (0.429) 2.43 (0.0957)
Former 92475 71L00 11.0 (0.433) 2.4 (0.094)
New
1692473 N8210 13.6 (0.535) 2.43 (0.0957)
Former 92475 72L00 14.3 (0.563) 2.3 (0.091)
New
1992474 N8210 16.5 (0.650) 2.43 (0.0957)
Former 92477 N8200 17.12 (0.6740) 1.78 (0.0701)
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ATC-24
LUBRICANT

LUBRICANTPFP:KLG00
Maintenance of Lubricant Quantity in CompressorEJS000TH
The lubricant in the compressor circulates through the system with the refrigerant. Add lubricant to compres-
sor when replacing any component or after a large refrigerant leakage occurred. It is important to maintain the
specified amount.
If lubricant quantity is not maintained properly, the following malfunctions may result:

Lack of lubricant: May lead to a seized compressor

Excessive lubricant: Inadequate cooling (thermal exchange interference)
LUBRICANT
LUBRICANT RETURN OPERATION
Adjust the lubricant quantity according to the test group shown below.
1. CHECK LUBRICANT RETURN OPERATION
Can lubricant return operation be performed?

A/C system works properly.

There is no evidence of a large amount of lubricant leakage.
CAUTION:
If excessive lubricant leakage is noted, do not perform the lubricant return operation.
OK or NG
OK >> GO TO 2.
NG >> GO TO 3.
2. PERFORM LUBRICANT RETURN OPERATION, PROCEEDING AS FOLLOWS:
1. Start engine, and set the following conditions:
–Test condition
Engine speed: Idling to 1,200 rpm
A/C switch: ON
Blower speed: Max. position
Temp. control: Optional [Set so that intake air temperature is 25 to 30°C (77 to 86°F).]
Intake position: Recirculation (REC)
2. Perform lubricant return operation for about 10 minutes.
3. Stop engine.
>> GO TO 3.
3. CHECK REPLACEMENT PART
Should the compressor be replaced?
YES >> GO TO AT C - 2 5 , "LUBRICANT ADJUSTING PROCEDURE FOR COMPRESSOR REPLACE-
MENT" .
NO >> GO TO AT C - 2 5 , "
LUBRICANT ADJUSTING PROCEDURE FOR COMPONENTS REPLACE-
MENT EXCEPT COMPRESSOR" . With gasoline engine
(CWV-615M Compressor)With diesel engine
(DKV-11G Compressor)
Name Nissan A/C System Oil Type S Nissan A/C System Oil Type R
Part number KLH00-PAGS0 KLH00-PAGR0

ATC-96
TROUBLE DIAGNOSIS

Insufficient CoolingEJS004H2
SYMPTOM: Insufficient cooling
INSPECTION FLOW
*1ATC-65, "Operational Check".*2ATC-59, "FUNCTION CONFIRMA-
TION PROCEDURE", see No. 1.*3AT C - 5 9 , "
FUNCTION CONFIRMA-
TION PROCEDURE", see No. 5 to 7.
*4 QR engine; EM-13, "
Checking Drive
Belts" or YD engine; EM-140,
"Checking Drive Belts" .*5ATC-76, "
Air Mix Door Motor Circuit".*6ATC-100, "Test Reading (QR
Engine)" or ATC-101, "Test Reading
(YD Engine)" .
*7ATC-63, "
AUXILIARY MECHA-
NISM: TEMPERATURE SETTING
TRIMMER".*8ATC-59, "
FUNCTION CONFIRMA-
TION PROCEDURE", see No. 9.*9AT C - 6 9 , "
LAN System Circuit".
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