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ATC-18
PREPARATION
Revision: 2007 April2007 M35/M45
(J-43926)
Refrigerant dye leak detection kit
Kit includes:
(J-42220)
UV lamp and UV safety goggles
(J-41459)
HFC-134a (R-134a) dye injector
Use with J-41447, 1/4 ounce
bottle
(J-41447)
HFC-134a (R-134a) fluorescent
leak detection dye
(Box of 24, 1/4 ounce bottles)
(J-43872)
Refrigerant dye cleanerPower supply:
DC 12 V (Battery terminal)
(J-42220)
UV lamp and UV safety gogglesPower supply:
DC 12 V (Battery terminal)
For checking refrigerant leak when
fluorescent dye is installed in A/C
system
Includes:
UV lamp and UV safety goggles
(J-41447)
HFC-134a (R-134a) fluorescent
leak detection dye
(Box of 24, 1/4 ounce bottles)Application:
For HFC-134a (R-134a) PAG oil
Container:
1/4 ounce (7.4 cc) bottle
(Includes self-adhesive dye
identification labels for affixing to
vehicle after charging system with
dye.)
(J-41459)
HFC-134a (R-134a) dye injector
Use with J-41447, 1/4 ounce
bottleFor injecting 1/4 ounce of fluorescent
leak detection dye into A/C system
(J-43872)
Refrigerant dye cleanerFor cleaning dye spills
(J-39183)
Manifold gauge set (with hoses
and couplers)Identification:
The gauge face indicates HFC-134a
(R-134a).
Fitting size: Thread size
1/2″ -16 ACME Tool number
(Kent-Moore No.)
Tool nameDescription
ZHA200H
SHA438F
SHA439F
SHA440F
SHA441F
RJIA0196E
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PREPARATION
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Commercial Service ToolsNJS000FY
Service hoses
High-pressure side hose
(J-39501-72)
Low-pressure side hose
(J-39502-72)
Utility hose
(J-39476-72)Hose color:
Low hose: Blue with black stripe
High hose: Red with black stripe
Utility hose: Yellow with black stripe
or green with black stripe
Hose fitting to gauge:
1/2″ -16 ACME
Service couplers
High-pressure side coupler
(J-39500-20)
Low-pressure side coupler
(J-39500-24)Hose fitting to service hose:
M14 x 1.5 fitting is optional or
permanently attached.
(J-39650)
Refrigerant weight scaleFor measuring of refrigerant
Fitting size: Thread size
1/2
″ -16 ACME
(J-39649)
Vacuum pump
(Including the isolator valve)Capacity:
Air displacement: 4 CFM
Micron rating: 20 microns
Oil capacity: 482 g (17 oz.)
Fitting size: Thread size
1/2″ -16 ACME Tool number
(Kent-Moore No.)
Tool nameDescription
S-NT201
S-NT202
S-NT200
S-NT203
Tool nameDescription
Refrigerant identifier equipmentChecking for refrigerant purity and
system contamination
Power toolFor loosening bolts and nuts
RJIA0197E
PBIC0190E
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REFRIGERATION SYSTEM
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Operation
1. Control Valve
–By changing high-pressure valve lift amount, built-in electronic control valve executes the following:
Controls high-pressure valve discharge amount.
Changes crankcase pressure in compressor.
Changes angle of swash plate.
–Amount of high-pressure valve lift is determined by factors below.
Low-pressure applied to diaphragm
Spring load of set spring
Balance of magnetic force generated in magnet coil
–Electronic control valve (ECV) magnet coil receives electric signal (duty control) from unified meter and A/
C amp. Then, magnetic force generated by electric current is changed to control high-pressure valve lift
amount.
2. Maximum Cooling
High-pressure valve is closed by magnetic force generated by electric signal sent from unified meter and
A/C amp. At this time, cylinder moves full stroke due to pressure balance between inside crankcase (Pc)
and suction line (Ps).
Under this condition, the swash plate is set to the maximum stroke position.
3. Capacity Control
When no electric signal is sent from unified meter and A/C amp. (current: OFF), high-pressure valve is
opened by spring force.
Since suction pressure is low, it makes the suction port close and the discharge port open. Thus, crank-
case pressure becomes high as high-pressure enters the crankcase.
–The force acts around the link near the swash plate, and is generated by the pressure difference before
and behind the piston.
–The thrust flange and link are located where the piston generates the highest pressure. Piston pressure is
between suction pressure Ps and discharge pressure Pd, which is close to suction pressure Ps. If crank-
case pressure Pc rises due to capacity control, the force around the link makes the swash plate angle
decrease and also the piston stroke decrease. In other words, crankcase pressure increase triggers pres-
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ATC-26
LUBRICANT
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LUBRICANTPFP:KLG00
Maintenance of Lubricant Quantity in CompressorNJS000G3
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, never 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 the engine, and set to the following conditions:
–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 the engine.
>> GO TO 3.
3. CHECK REPLACEMENT PART
Should the compressor be replaced?
YES >> GO TO AT C - 2 7 , "LUBRICANT ADJUSTING PROCEDURE FOR COMPRESSOR REPLACE-
MENT" .
NO >> GO TO AT C - 2 7 , "
LUBRICANT ADJUSTING PROCEDURE FOR COMPONENTS REPLACE-
MENT EXCEPT COMPRESSOR" . Name : Nissan A/C System Oil Type S
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ATC-90
TROUBLE DIAGNOSIS
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Starting Fan Speed Control
Start up from COLD SOAK Condition (Automatic mode)
In a cold start up condition where the engine coolant temperature is below 56°C (133°F), the blower will not
operate for a short period of time (up to 150 seconds). The exact start delay time varies depending on the
ambient and engine coolant temperature.
In the most extreme case (very low ambient) the blower starting delay will be 150 seconds as described
above. After this delay, the blower will operate at low speed until the engine coolant temperature rises above
56°C (133°F), and then the blower speed will increase to the objective speed.
Start up from usual or HOT SOAK Condition (Automatic mode)
The blower will begin operation momentarily after the AUTO switch is pressed. The blower speed will gradu-
ally rise to the objective speed over a time period of 3 seconds or less (actual time depends on the objective
blower speed).
Blower Speed Compensation
Sunload
When the in-vehicle temperature and the set temperature are very close, the blower will be operating at low
speed. The low speed will vary depending on the sunload. During conditions of low or no sunload, the blower
speed is at duty ratio 25%. During high sunload conditions, the unified meter and A/C amp. raise the blower
speed (duty ratio 49%).
Fan Speed Control Specification
COMPONENT DESCRIPTION
Brush-less Motor
The blower motor utilizes a brush-less motor with a rotating magnet.
Quietness is improved over previous motors where the brush was
the point of contact and the coil rotated.
DIAGNOSIS PROCEDURE FOR BLOWER MOTOR
SYMPTOM: Blower motor operation is malfunctioning.
SJIA0942E
ZHA152H
RJIA4071E
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INTAKE SENSOR
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INTAKE SENSORPFP:27723
Removal and InstallationNJS000H9
REMOVAL
1. Remove low-pressure pipe 1 and high-pressure pipe 2. Refer to ATC-161, "Removal and Installation of
Low-pressure Pipe 1 and High-pressure Pipe 2" .
CAUTION:
Cap or wrap the joint of evaporator, low-pressure flexible hose and high-pressure pipe 1 with suit-
able material such as vinyl tape to avoid the entry of air.
2. Slide evaporator to passenger side, and then remove intake
sensor.
INSTALLATION
Installation is basically the reverse order of removal.
CAUTION:
Replace O-rings of low-pressure flexible hose, low-pressure pipe 1 and high-pressure pipe 1, 2
with new ones, and then apply compressor oil to it when installing it.
Mark the mounting position of intake sensor bracket prior to removal so that the reinstalled sen-
sor can be located in the same position.
Female-side piping connection is thin and easy to deform. Slowly insert the male-side piping
straight in axial direction.
Insert piping securely until a click is heard.
After piping connection is completed, pull male-side piping by hand to make sure that connection
does not come loose.
When recharging refrigerant, check for leaks.
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ATC-136
HEATER & COOLING UNIT ASSEMBLY
Revision: 2007 April2007 M35/M45
CAUTION:
Replace O-rings of low-pressure flexible hose and high-pressure pipe 1 with new ones, and then
apply compressor oil to it when installing it.
Female-side piping connection is thin and easy to deform. Slowly insert the male-side piping
straight in axial direction.
Insert piping securely until a click is heard.
After piping connection is completed, pull male-side piping by hand to make sure that connection
does not come loose.
When recharging refrigerant, check for leaks.
NOTE:
When filling radiator with coolant, refer to CO-11, "Changing Engine Coolant" (VQ35DE) or CO-40,
"Changing Engine Coolant" (VK45DE).
Recharge the refrigerant.
Heater & cooling unit assembly mounting bolt
: 6.9 N·m (0.7 kg-m, 61 in-lb)
Instrument stay mounting nut and bolt
: 12 N·m (1.25 kg-m, 9 ft-lb)
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REFRIGERANT LINES
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5. Remove mounting nuts from low-pressure pipe and high-pres-
sure flexible hose.
CAUTION:
Cap or wrap the joint of low-pressure pipe and high-pres-
sure flexible hose with suitable material such as vinyl tape
to avoid the entry of air.
6. Remove A/C compressor belt. Refer to EM-174, "
DRIVE BELTS" .
7. Disconnect compressor (magnet clutch and ECV) connectors.
8. Remove mounting bolts from compressor, using power tools.
9. Remove compressor downward of the vehicle.
INSTALLATION
Installation is basically the reverse order of removal.
CAUTION:
Replace O-rings of low-pressure flexible hose, low-pressure pipe (VK45DE) and high-pressure
flexible hose with new ones, and then apply compressor oil to it when installing it.
When recharging refrigerant, check for leaks.
Check Disc to Pulley ClearanceNJS000I7
Check clearance around entire periphery of clutch disc.
If specified clearance is not obtained, replace compressor.
RJIA4154E
RJIA4156E
Disc to pulley
clearance: 0.3 - 0.6 mm (0.012 - 0.024 in)
RHA087E