
+Apply a continuous bead of liquid gasket to mating surface of
pump housing as shown.
a. Be sure diameter of liquid gasket is within 2.0 to 3.0 mm
(0.079 to 0.118 in) dia. range.
b. Attach pump housing to cylinder block within ®ve minutes
of applying liquid gasket.
c. After installing pump housing, wait at least 30 minutes
before starting engine.
Thermostat
INSPECTION
1. Check valve seating condition at ordinary temperatures. It
should seat tightly.
2. Check valve opening temperature and maximum valve lift.
Valve opening temperature CÉ (ÉF) 82.0 (180)
Maximum valve lift mm/ÉC (in/ÉF) 10/90 (0.39/194)
3. Then check if valve closes at 5ÉC (9ÉF) below valve opening
temperature.
INSTALLATION
+Remove liquid gasket from mating surface of thermostat using
a scraper.
+Similarly, remove liquid gasket from mating surface of cylinder
block.
+Clean all traces of liquid gasket using white gasoline.
SLC001A
SLC002A
SLC343
SLC790
Scraper
ENGINE COOLING SYSTEM
Water Pump (Cont'd)
LC-12

Cooling Fan (Crankshaft driven)
DISASSEMBLY AND INSTALLATION
+Do not release the drive belt tension by removing the fan/water
pump pulley.
+Fan coupling cannot be disassembled and should be replaced
as a unit. If front markj
Fis present, install fan so that side
markedj
Ffaces the front.
+Install the drive belt only after the fan and fan coupling to water
pump ¯ange bolts/nuts have been properly torqued.
+Proper alignment of these components is essential. Improper
alignment will cause them to wobble and may eventually cause
the fan to separate from the water pump causing extensive
damage.
INSPECTION
Check fan coupling for damage, oil leakage and bent bimetal.
Cooling Fan (Motor driven)
Cooling fan is controlled by ECM. For details, refer to ``Cooling
Fan'', ``TROUBLE DIAGNOSIS FOR DTC 28'' in EC section.
SLC176B
SLC072
SLC177B
ENGINE COOLING SYSTEM
LC-15

INSPECTION
1. Apply pressure with Tool.
Speci®ed pressure value:
98 kPa (0.98 bar, 1.0 kg/cm
2, 14 psi)
WARNING:
To prevent the risk of the hose coming undone while under
pressure, securely fasten it down with a hose clamp.
Attach a hose to the oil cooler as well.
2. Check for leakage.
SLC933
SLC934
ENGINE COOLING SYSTEM
Radiator (Aluminum type) (Cont'd)
LC-19

Overheating Cause Analysis
Symptom Check items
Cooling
system parts
malfunctionPoor heat transferWater pump malfunction Worn or loose drive belt
Ð Thermostat stuck closed Ð
Damaged ®nsDust contamination or paper
clogging
Mechanical damage
Clogged radiator cooling tubeExcess foreign material (rust,
dirt, sand, etc.)
Reduced air ¯owCooling fan does not operate
ÐÐ Fan coupling does not operate
High resistance to fan rotation
Damaged fan blades
Damaged radiator shroud Ð Ð Ð
Improper coolant mixture ratio Ð Ð Ð
Poor coolant quality Ð Ð Ð
Insufficient coolantCoolant leaksCooling hoseLoose clamp
Cracked hose
Water pump Poor sealing
Radiator capLoose
Poor sealing
RadiatorO-ring for damage, deteriora-
tion or improper ®tting
Cracked radiator tank
Cracked radiator core
Reservoir tank Cracked reservoir tank
Over¯owing reservoir tankExhaust gas leaks into cooling
systemCylinder head deterioration
Cylinder head gasket deteriora-
tion
Except
cooling
system parts
malfunctionÐ Overload on engineAbusive drivingHigh engine rpm under no load
Driving in low gear for extended
time
Driving at extremely high speed
Powertrain system malfunction
Ð Installed improper size wheels
and tires
Dragging brakes
Improper ignition timing
Blocked or restricted air ¯owBlocked bumper Ð
Ð Blocked radiator grilleInstalled car brassiere
Mud contamination or paper
clogging
Blocked radiator Ð
Blocked condenser
Ð
Installed large fog lamp
ENGINE COOLING SYSTEM
LC-20

Engine Lubrication System
Oil pressure check
Engine
rpmApproximate discharge pressure
kPa (bar, kg/cm2, psi)
Idle speed
3,000More than 78 (0.78, 0.8, 11)
318.7 - 424.6
(3.19 - 4.25, 3.25 - 4.33, 46.2 - 61.6)
Oil pumpUnit: mm (in)
Body to outer gear clearance
V10.11 - 0.20 (0.0043 - 0.0079)
Inner gear to crescent
clearance
V20.216 - 0.326 (0.0085 - 0.0128)
Outer gear to crescent
clearance
V30.21 - 0.32 (0.0083 - 0.0126)
Housing to inner gear
clearance
V40.05 - 0.09 (0.0020 - 0.0035)
Housing to outer gear
clearance
V50.05 - 0.11 (0.0020 - 0.0043)
Inner gear to brazed portion
of housing clearance
V60.106 - 0.152 (0.0042 - 0.0060)
Engine Cooling System
Thermostat
Valve opening temperature CÉ (ÉF) 82.0 (180)
Maximum valve lift mm/ÉC (in/ÉF) 10/95 (0.39/203)
RadiatorUnit: kPa (bar, kg/cm2, psi)
Cap relief pressure78-98
(0.78 - 0.98, 0.8 - 1.0, 11 - 14)
Leakage test pressure 157 (1.57, 1.6, 23)
SERVICE DATA AND SPECIFICATIONS (SDS)
LC-21

MAINTENANCE
SECTION
MA
CONTENTS
PRECAUTIONS AND PREPARATION............................1
Supplemental Restraint System (SRS) ``AIR
BAG'' and ``SEAT BELT PRE-TENSIONER''...............1
Special Service Tools ..................................................1
PRE-DELIVERY INSPECTION ITEMS............................2
GENERAL MAINTENANCE............................................3
PERIODIC MAINTENANCE............................................4
Engine Oil & Minor Service .........................................4
Engine and Emission Control Service .........................5
Chassis and Body Services.........................................6
Maintenance Under Severe Driving Conditions ..........8
RECOMMENDED FLUIDS AND LUBRICANTS.............9
Fluids and Lubricants ..................................................9
SAE Viscosity Number ..............................................10
Anti-freeze Coolant Mixture Ratio ............................. 11
ENGINE MAINTENANCE..............................................12
Checking Tightening Torque ......................................12
Checking Drive Belt ...................................................12
Changing Engine Oil..................................................13
Changing Engine Oil Filter ........................................14
Changing Engine Coolant..........................................14
Checking Cooling System .........................................16
Checking and Replacing Fuel Filter and Draining
Water .........................................................................16
Checking Fuel Lines ..................................................17
Cleaning and Replacing Air Cleaner Filter ................18
Checking Injection Nozzle .........................................18
Checking Idle Speed .................................................19
Timing Belt Replacement...........................................19
CHASSIS AND BODY MAINTENANCE.......................20
Checking Exhaust System.........................................20
Checking Clutch Fluid Level and Leaks ....................20
Checking Clutch System ...........................................20Checking M/T Oil Level and Leaks ...........................20
Changing M/T Oil.......................................................20
Checking Water Entry ................................................21
Checking Transfer Fluid Level ...................................21
Changing Transfer Fluid ............................................21
Checking Propeller Shaft ...........................................21
Greasing Nipples of Propeller Shafts ........................21
Checking Differential Gear Oil ...................................22
Changing Differential Gear Oil ..................................22
Checking Front Wheel Bearing Grease ....................22
Repacking Front Wheel Bearing and Axle Joint
Grease .......................................................................23
Checking Free-running Hub Grease .........................23
Checking Water Entry in Knuckle Flange..................23
Checking Brake Fluid Level and Leaks.....................23
Checking Brake System ............................................24
Changing Brake Fluid ................................................24
Checking Brake Booster, Vacuum Hoses,
Connections and Check Valve ..................................24
Checking Disc Brake .................................................24
Balancing Wheels ......................................................25
Tire Rotation ..............................................................25
Checking Power Steering Fluid and Lines ................26
Checking Steering Damper .......................................26
Checking Steering Gear Box and Linkage ................26
Lubricating Locks, Hinges and Hood Latches...........27
Checking Seat Belts, Buckles, Retractors,
Anchors and Adjusters...............................................27
Checking Body Corrosion ..........................................28
SERVICE DATA AND SPECIFICATIONS (SDS)..........29
Engine Maintenance ..................................................29
Chassis and Body Maintenance ................................29
MA

Shown below are Pre-delivery Inspection Items required for the new vehicle. It is recommended that
necessary items other than those listed here be added, paying due regard to the conditions in each
country.
Perform applicable items on each model. Consult text of this section for speci®cations.
UNDER HOOD Ð engine off
hRadiator coolant level and coolant hose connec-
tions for leaks
hBattery ¯uid level, speci®c gravity and condi-
tions of battery terminals
hDrive belts tension
hFuel ®lter for water or dusts, and fuel lines and
connections for leaks
hEngine oil level and oil leaks
hClutch and brake reservoir ¯uid level and ¯uid
lines for leaks
hWindshield and rear window washer and head-
lamp cleaner reservoir ¯uid level
hPower steering reservoir ¯uid level and hose
connections for leaks
ON INSIDE AND OUTSIDE
hXRemove front spring/strut spacer (If applicable)
hOperation of all instruments, gauges, lights and
accessories
hOperation of horn(s), wiper and washer
hSteering lock for operation
hCheck air conditioner for gas leaks
hFront and rear seats, and seat belts for opera-
tion
hAll moldings, trims and ®ttings for ®t and align-
ment
hAll windows for operation and alignment
hHood, trunk lid, door panels for ®t and alignment
hLatches, keys and locks for operation
hWeatherstrips for adhesion and ®t
hHeadlamp aiming
hTighten wheel nuts (Inc. inner nuts if applicable)
hTire pressure (Inc. spare tire)
hCheck front wheels for toe-in
hInstall clock/voltmeter/room lamp fuse (If appli-
cable)
h
XInstall deodorizing ®lter to air puri®er (If appli-
cable)
h
XRemove wiper blade protectors (If applicable)
UNDER BODY
hManual transmission/transaxle gear oil, transfer
¯uid and differential gear oil level
hBrake and fuel lines and oil/¯uid reservoirs for
leaks
hTighten bolts and nuts of steering linkage and
gear box, suspension, propeller shafts and drive
shafts
h
XTighten rear body bolts and nuts (Models with
wooden bed only)
ROAD TEST
hClutch operation
hParking brake operation
hService brake operation
hAutomatic transmission/transaxle shift timing
and kickdown
hSteering control and returnability
hEngine performance
hSqueaks and rattles
ENGINE OPERATING AND HOT
hAdjust idle mixture and speed (and ignition tim-
ing*1)
hAutomatic transmission/transaxle ¯uid level
hEngine idling and stop knob operation (Diesel
only)
FINAL INSPECTION
hInstall necessary parts (outside mirror, wheel
covers, seat belts, mat, carpet or mud ¯aps)
hInspect for interior and exterior metal and paint
damage
hCheck for spare tire, jack, tools (wheel chock),
and literature
hWash, clean interior and exterior
*1: Not required on models with a direct ignition system
h
X: Not applicable to this model.
PRE-DELIVERY INSPECTION ITEMS
MA-2

General maintenance includes those items which should be checked during the normal day-to-day operation
of the vehicle. They are essential if the vehicle is to continue operating properly. The owners can perform the
checks and inspections themselves or they can have their NISSAN dealers do them.
Item Reference pages
OUTSIDE THE VEHICLE
The maintenance items listed here should be performed from time to time, unless otherwise
speci®ed.
TiresCheck the pressure with a gauge periodically when at a service station, including the
spare, and adjust to the speci®ed pressure if necessary. Check carefully for damage, cuts or
excessive wear.Ð
Windshield wiper bladesCheck for cracks or wear if they do not wipe properly. Ð
Doors and engine hoodCheck that all doors, the engine hood, the trunk lid and back door
operate properly. Also ensure that all latches lock securely. Lubricate hinges, latches, rollers and
links if necessary. Make sure that the secondary latch keeps the hood from opening when the
primary latch is released.
When driving in areas using road salt or other corrosive materials, check for lubrication fre-
quently.MA-27
Tire rotationTires should be rotated every 5,000 km (3,000 miles) for 4WD models. MA-25
INSIDE THE VEHICLE
The maintenance items listed here should be checked on a regular basis, such as when per-
forming periodic maintenance, cleaning the vehicle, etc.
LightsMake sure that the headlights, stop lights, tail lights, turn signal lights, and other lights
are all operating properly and installed securely. Also check headlight aim.Ð
Warning lights and chimesMake sure that all warning lights and chimes are operating prop-
erly.Ð
Steering wheelCheck for change in the steering conditions, such as excessive free play, hard
steering or strange noises.
Free play: Less than 35 mm (1.38 in)Ð
Seat beltsCheck that all parts of the seat belt system (e.g. buckles, anchors, adjusters and
retractors) operate properly and smoothly, and are installed securely. Check the belt webbing for
cuts, fraying, wear or damage.MA-27
UNDER THE HOOD AND VEHICLE
The maintenance items listed here should be checked periodically e.g. each time you check the
engine oil or refuel.
Windshield washer ¯uidCheck that there is adequate ¯uid in the tank. Ð
Engine coolant levelCheck the coolant level when the engine is cold. MA-14, 15
Engine oil levelCheck the level after parking the vehicle on a level spot and turning off the
engine.MA-13, 14
Brake and clutch ¯uid levelMake sure that the brake and clutch ¯uid levels are between the
``MAX'' and ``MIN'' lines on the reservoir.MA-20, 23
BatteryCheck the ¯uid level in each cell. It should be between the ``MAX'' and ``MIN'' lines. Ð
GENERAL MAINTENANCE
MA-3