Removal and Installation
WIPER ARMS
1. Prior to wiper arm installation, turn on wiper switch to operate
wiper motor and then turn it ``OFF'' (Auto Stop).
2. Lift the blade up and then set it down onto glass surface to set
the blade center to clearance ``L
1''&``L2'' immediately before
tightening nut.
3. Eject washer ¯uid. Turn on wiper switch to operate wiper motor
and then turn it ``OFF''.
4. Ensure that wiper blades stop within clearance ``L
1''&``L2''.
Clearance ``L
1'': 25 mm (0.98 in)
Clearance ``L
2'': 23 mm (0.91 in)
+Tighten wiper arm nuts to speci®ed torque.
Front wiper: 21 - 26 Nzm (2.1 - 2.7 kg-m, 15 - 20 ft-lb)
+Before reinstalling wiper arm, clean up the pivot area as
illustrated. This will reduce possibility of wiper arm loose-
ness.
WIPER LINKAGE
SEL543TA
SEL024J
CEL741
FRONT WIPER AND WASHER
EL-143
Removal and Installation
WIPER ARM
1. Prior to wiper arm installation, turn on wiper switch to operate
wiper motor and then turn it ``OFF'' (Auto Stop).
2. Lift the blade up and then set it down onto glass surface. Set
the blade center to clearance ``E'' immediately before tighten-
ing nut.
3. Eject washer ¯uid. Turn on wiper switch to operate wiper motor
and then turn it ``OFF''.
4. Ensure that wiper blades stop within clearance ``E''.
Clearance ``E'': 20 mm (0.79 in)
+Tighten windshield wiper arm nuts to speci®ed torque.
:13-18Nzm (1.3 - 1.8 kg-m,9-13ft-lb)
+Before reinstalling wiper arm, clean up the pivot area as
illustrated. This will reduce possibility of wiper arm loose-
ness.
Washer Nozzle Adjustment
+Adjust washer nozzle with suitable tool as shown in the ®gure
at left.
Adjustable range: 10É (In any direction)
Unit: mm (in)
*1 30 (1.18) *3 40 (1.57)
*2 30 (1.18) *4 20 (0.79)
CEL779
SEL024J
SEL241P
CEL780
REAR WIPER AND WASHER
EL-151
System Description
+A heat line has been added to the lower portion of the wind-
shield.
+During cold weather, water can freeze between the wiper
blades and windshield. Turning the wiper deicer switch ON
melts the ice between the blades and windshield.
+During snowfall, packed snow can accumulate around the
windshield lower surface and surrounding areas. Turning the
wiper deicer switch ON melts the snow to allow the wiper
blades to more easily remove it.
+The wiper deicer operates only for approximately 15 minutes
while ignition switch is in ON position. The timer is combined
with wiper deicer switch.
SEL505V
WIPER DEICER
EL-166
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
