2006 NISSAN VERSA engine

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TROUBLE DIAGNOSIS FOR UNUSUAL PRESSURE
Whenever system’s high and/or low side pressure(s) is/are unusual, diagnose using a manifold gauge. The
marker above the gauge scale in the following tables indicates the standard (usual) pressure range. Since the
standard (usual) pressure, however, differs from vehicle to vehicle, refer to above table (Ambient air tempera-
ture-to-operating pressure table).
Both High- and Low-pressure Sides are Too High
High-pressure Side is Too High and Low-pressure Side is Too Low
Gauge indication Refrigerant cycle Probable cause Corrective action
Both high- and low-pressure
sides are too high.Pressure is reduced soon
after water is splashed on
condenser.Excessive refrigerant charge in
refrigeration cycle.Reduce refrigerant until
specified pressure is
obtained.
Air suction by cooling fan is
insufficient.Insufficient condenser cooling perfor-
mance.
↓
1. Condenser fins are clogged.
2. Improper fan rotation of cooling
fan.

Clean condenser.

Check and repair cooling
fan if necessary.

Low-pressure pipe is not
cold.

When compressor is
stopped high-pressure
value quickly drops by
approximately 196 kPa
(1.96 bar, 2 kg/cm
2 , 28
psi). It then decreases
gradually thereafter.Poor heat exchange in condenser
(After compressor operation stops,
high-pressure decreases too
slowly.).
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Air in refrigeration cycle.Evacuate repeatedly and
recharge system.
Engine tends to overheat. Engine cooling systems malfunction.Check and repair each
engine cooling system.

An area of the low-pres-
sure pipe is colder than
areas near the evaporator
outlet.

Plates are sometimes cov-
ered with frost.

Excessive liquid refrigerant on low-
pressure side.

Excessive refrigerant discharge
flow.

Expansion valve is open a little
compared with the specification.
↓
Improper expansion valve adjust-
ment.Replace expansion valve.
AC359A
Gauge indication Refrigerant cycle Probable cause Corrective action
High-pressure side is too high
and low-pressure side is too low.
Upper side of condenser and
high-pressure side are hot,
however, liquid tank is not so
hot.High-pressure tube or parts located
between compressor and condenser
are clogged or crushed.

Check and repair or
replace malfunctioning
parts.

Check oil for contami-
nation.
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Insufficient HeatingEJS0057Q
SYMPTOM: Insufficient heating
INSPECTION FLOW
1. CONFIRM SYMPTOM BY PERFORMING OPERATIONAL CHECK - TEMPERATURE DECREASE
1. Turn temperature control dial clockwise to maximum heat position.
2. Check for hot air at discharge air outlets.
Can the symptom be duplicated?
YES >> GO TO 3.
NO >> GO TO 2.
2. CHECK FOR ANY SYMPTOMS
Perform a complete operational check for any symptoms. Refer to MTC-33, "
Operational Check" .
Does another symptom exist?
YES >> Refer to MTC-24, "SYMPTOM TABLE" .
NO >> System OK.
3. CHECK FOR SERVICE BULLETINS
Check for any service bulletins.
>> GO TO 4.
4. CHECK COOLANT SYSTEM
1. Check engine coolant level. Refer to CO-8, "
ENGINE COOLANT" .
2. Check hoses for leaks or kinks.
3. Check Radiator cap. Refer to CO-13, "
Checking Radiator Cap" .
OK or NG
OK >> GO TO 5.
NG >> Repair/replace as necessary.
5. CHECK AIR MIX DOOR CABLE
Check air mix door cable operation. Refer to MTC-70, "
Air Mix Door Cable Adjustment" .
OK or NG
YES >> GO TO 6.
NO >> Adjust or replace air mix door cable. Refer to MTC-70, "
Air Mix Door Cable Adjustment" .
6. CHECK AIR DUCTS
Check ducts for air leaks.
OK or NG
OK >> GO TO 7.
NG >> Repair air leaks.
7. CHECK HEATER HOSE TEMPERATURES
1. Start engine and warm it up to normal operating temperature.
2. Touch both the inlet and outlet heater hoses.
Is the inlet hose hot and the outlet hose warm? YES or NO
YES >> GO TO 8.
NO >> Both hoses warm: GO TO 9.

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8. CHECK ENGINE COOLANT TEMPERATURE SENSOR
Check engine control temperature sensor. Refer to EC-200, "
DTC P0117, P0118 ECT SENSOR" .
OK or NG
OK >> System OK.
NG >> Repair or replace as necessary. Retest.
9. CHECK HEATER HOSES
Check heater hoses for proper installation.
OK or NG
OK >> GO TO 10.
NG >> Repair /replace as necessary. Retest GO TO 7.
10. BACK FLUSH HEATER CORE
1. Back flush heater core.
2. Drain the water from the system.
3. Refill system with new engine coolant. Refer to CO-8, "
Changing Engine Coolant" .
4. Start engine and warm it up to normal operating temperature.
5. Touch both the inlet and outlet heater hoses.
Is the inlet hose hot and the outlet hose warm? YES or NO
YES >> System OK.
NO >> Replace heater core and refill engine coolant. Refer to MTC-73, "
HEATER CORE" .

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A/C UNIT ASSEMBLY
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A/C UNIT ASSEMBLYPFP:27110
Removal and InstallationEJS00583
REMOVAL
1. Use a recovery/recycling equipment (for HFC-134a) to discharge refrigerant.
2. Drain coolant from cooling system. Refer to CO-8, "
Changing Engine Coolant" .
3. Remove cowl top cover. Refer to EI-20, "
COWL TOP" .
4. Remove lower dash insulator.
5. Remove bolt (A), and then disconnect low-pressure flexible
hose (1) and high-pressure pipe (2) from evaporator.
CAUTION:
Cap or wrap the joint of the pipe with suitable material such
as vinyl tape to avoid the entry of air.
6. Remove clamps (A), and then disconnect heater hoses (1) from
heater core.
7. Remove console box assembly. Refer to IP-10, "
INSTRUMENT PANEL ASSEMBLY" .
A. A/C unit assembly bolts B. Steering member bolts C. Steering column nuts
SJIA0648E
SJIA0644E
SJIA0645E

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8. Remove instrument stay nuts (A) and harness clamps (B), and
then remove instrument stay (1).
9. Disconnect thermo control amp. connector (1).
10. Remove instrument panel and pad. Refer to IP-10, "
INSTRUMENT PANEL ASSEMBLY" .
11. Remove side ventilator ducts. Refer to MTC-77, "
Removal" .
12. Remove center ventilator ducts. Refer to MTC-78, "
Removal" .
13. Remove side kicking plates. Refer to EI-32, "
BODY SIDE TRIM" .
14. Disconnect the fuel filler door cable and the rear hatch door cable.
15. Remove A/C unit assembly bolts, steering member bolts, steering column nuts and harness clips.
16. Remove steering member, and then remove A/C unit assembly.
INSTALLATION
Installation is in the reverse order of removal.

When filling radiator with coolant, refer to CO-8, "Changing Engine Coolant" .

Recharge the refrigerant.
CAUTION:

Replace O-rings for A/C piping with new ones, and apply compressor oil when installing.

When recharging refrigerant, check for leaks.
SJIA0646E
SJIA0647E
A/C unit assembly bolt : 6.9 N·m (0.7 kg-m, 61 in-lb)
Steering member bolt : 12 N·m (1.25 kg-m, 9 ft-lb)
Steering column nut : Refer to PS-9, "
STEERING COLUMN" .

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REFRIGERANT LINES
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Idler Pulley - Without A/C
Refer to MTC-5, "Precautions for Refrigerant Connection" .
Removal and Installation of CompressorEJS0058F
REMOVAL
1. Use the recovery/recycling equipment to evacuate the refrigerant.
2. Remove the two engine undercovers, using power tools.
3. Remove low-pressure flexible hose nut (A) and high-pressure
flexible hose bolt (B) from compressor.
CAUTION:
Cap or wrap the joint of the pipe with suitable material such
as vinyl tape to avoid the entry of air.
NOTE:
Type 1 shown, type 2 is similar.
4. Remove A/C compressor belt. Refer to EM-13, "
DRIVE BELTS"
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5. Disconnect compressor connector (C).
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1. Idler pulley 2. Bracket 3. Shaft
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6. Remove bolts (A) from compressor (1), using power tools.
7. Remove compressor (1) downward from the engine compart-
ment.
INSPECTION FOR CLUTCH DISC TO PULLEY CLEARANCE
1. Check the clearance around the entire periphery of the clutch disc.

Measure the clearance for the type 1 compressor as shown.

Measure the clearance for the type 2 compressor as shown.
2. If specified clearance is not obtained, replace compressor.
INSTALLATION
Installation is in the reverse order of removal.
CAUTION:

Replace O-rings of low-pressure flexible hose and high-pressure flexible hose with a new ones,
and apply compressor oil when installing.

When recharging refrigerant, check for leaks.
Removal and Installation of Low-pressure Flexible HoseEJS0058G
REMOVAL
1. Use the recovery/recycling equipment to evacuate the refrigerant.
2. Remove engine cover. Refer to EM-18, "
INTAKE MANIFOLD" .
3. Remove cowl top cover. Refer to EI-20, "
COWL TOP" .
4. Remove lower dash insulator.
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Clutch disc to pulley clearance : 0.3 - 0.6 mm (0.012 - 0.024 in)
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Compressor bolts : 25 N·m (2.6 kg-m, 18 ft-lb)

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REFRIGERANT LINES
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Checking for Refrigerant LeaksEJS0058O
Perform a visual inspection of all refrigeration parts, fittings, hoses and components for signs of A/C oil leak-
age, damage and corrosion. A/C oil leakage may indicate an area of refrigerant leakage. Allow extra inspec-
tion time in these areas when using either an electronic refrigerant leak detector or fluorescent dye leak
detector.
If dye is observed, confirm the leak with an electronic refrigerant leak detector. It is possible a prior leak was
repaired and not properly cleaned.
When searching for leaks, do not stop when one leak is found but continue to check for additional leaks at all
system components and connections.
When searching for refrigerant leaks using an electronic leak detector, move the probe along the suspected
leak area at 25 to 50 mm (1 to 2 in) per second and no further than 1/4 inch from the component.
CAUTION:
Moving the electronic leak detector probe slower and closer to the suspected leak area will improve
the chances of finding a leak.
Checking System for Leaks Using the Fluorescent Leak DetectorEJS0058P
1. Check A/C system for leaks using the UV lamp and safety goggles J-42220 in a low sunlight area (area
without windows preferable). Illuminate all components, fittings and lines. The dye will appear as a bright
green/yellow area at the point of leakage. Fluorescent dye observed at the evaporator drain opening indi-
cates an evaporator core assembly (tubes, core or expansion valve) leak.
2. If the suspected area is difficult to see, use an adjustable mirror or wipe the area with a clean shop rag or
cloth, with the UV lamp for dye residue.
3. After the leak is repaired, remove any residual dye using dye cleaner J-43872 to prevent future misdiag-
nosis.
4. Perform a system performance check and verify the leak repair with an approved electronic refrigerant
leak detector.
NOTE:
Other gases in the work area or substances on the A/C components, for example, anti-freeze, windshield
washer fluid, solvents and oils, may falsely trigger the leak detector. Make sure the surfaces to be checked are
clean.
Clean with a dry cloth or blow off with shop air.
Do not allow the sensor tip of the detector to contact with any substance. This can also cause false readings
and may damage the detector.
Dye InjectionEJS0058Q
(This procedure is only necessary when recharging the system or when the compressor has seized and was
replaced.)
1. Check A/C system static (at rest) pressure. Pressure must be at least 345 kPa (3.45 bar, 3.52 kg/cm
2 , 50
psi).
2. Pour one bottle (1/4 ounce / 7.4 cc) of the A/C refrigerant dye into the injector tool J-41459.
3. Connect the injector tool to the A/C low-pressure side service fitting.
4. Start engine and switch A/C ON.
5. When the A/C operating (compressor running), inject one bottle (1/4 ounce / 7.4 cc) of fluorescent dye
through the low-pressure service valve using dye injector tool J-41459 (refer to the manufacture’s operat-
ing instructions).
6. With the engine still running, disconnect the injector tool from the service fitting.
CAUTION:
Be careful the A/C system or replacing a component, pour the dye directly into the open system
connection and proceed with the service procedures.
7. Operate the A/C system for a minimum of 20 minutes to mix the dye with the system oil. Depending on the
leak size, operating conditions and location of the leak, it may take from minutes to days for the dye to
penetrate a leak and become visible.