2007 NISSAN LATIO engine oil

EM-1
ENGINE MECHANICAL
B ENGINE
CONTENTS
C
D
E
F
G
H
I
J
K
L
M
SECTION EM
A
EM
Revision: June 20062007 Versa PRECAUTIONS .......................................................... 3
Precautions for Supplemental Restraint System
(SRS) “AIR BAG” and “SEAT BELT PRE-TEN-
SIONER” .................................................................. 3
Precautions for Procedures without Cowl Top Cover ..... 3
Precautions Necessary for Steering Wheel Rotation
After Battery Disconnect .......................................... 3
OPERATION PROCEDURE ................................. 3
Precautions for Drain Coolant .................................. 4
Precautions for Disconnecting Fuel Piping .............. 4
Precautions for Removal and Disassembly ............. 4
Precautions for Inspection, Repair and Replace-
ment ......................................................................... 4
Precautions for Assembly and Installation ............... 4
Parts Requiring Angular Tightening ......................... 4
Precautions for Liquid Gasket .................................. 5
REMOVAL OF LIQUID GASKET SEALING .......... 5
LIQUID GASKET APPLICATION PROCEDURE ..... 5
PREPARATION ........................................................... 7
Special Service Tools ............................................... 7
Commercial Service Tools ........................................ 9
NOISE, VIBRATION AND HARSHNESS (NVH)
TROUBLESHOOTING ...............................................11
NVH Troubleshooting — Engine Noise ...................11
Use the Chart Below to Help You Find the Cause
of the Symptom. ..................................................... 12
DRIVE BELTS ........................................................... 13
Components ........................................................... 13
Checking Drive Belts .............................................. 13
Tension Adjustment ................................................ 13
Removal and Installation ........................................ 13
REMOVAL ........................................................... 13
INSTALLATION ................................................... 14
Components ........................................................... 14
Removal and Installation of Drive Belt Auto-Ten-
sioner ..................................................................... 14
REMOVAL ........................................................... 14
INSTALLATION ................................................... 15
AIR CLEANER AND AIR DUCT ............................... 16Components ........................................................... 16
Removal and Installation ........................................ 16
REMOVAL ........................................................... 16
INSTALLATION ................................................... 16
Changing Air Cleaner Filter .................................... 17
REMOVAL ........................................................... 17
INSPECTION AFTER REMOVAL ....................... 17
INSTALLATION ................................................... 17
INTAKE MANIFOLD ................................................. 18
Components ........................................................... 18
Removal and Installation ........................................ 18
REMOVAL ........................................................... 18
INSTALLATION ................................................... 19
INSPECTION AFTER INSTALLATION ................ 20
EXHAUST MANIFOLD ............................................. 21
Components ........................................................... 21
Removal and Installation ........................................ 21
REMOVAL ........................................................... 21
INSPECTION AFTER REMOVAL ....................... 22
INSTALLATION ................................................... 22
OIL PAN .................................................................... 24
Components ........................................................... 24
Removal and Installation ........................................ 24
REMOVAL ........................................................... 24
INSPECTION AFTER REMOVAL ....................... 26
INSTALLATION ................................................... 26
IGNITION COIL, SPARK PLUG AND ROCKER
COVER ...................................................................... 30
Components ........................................................... 30
Removal and Installation ........................................ 30
REMOVAL ........................................................... 30
INSPECTION AFTER REMOVAL ....................... 31
INSTALLATION ................................................... 31
FUEL INJECTOR AND FUEL TUBE ........................ 33
Components ........................................................... 33
Removal and Installation ........................................ 33
REMOVAL ........................................................... 33
INSTALLATION ................................................... 35
TIMING CHAIN .......................................................... 37

EM-2Revision: June 20062007 Versa Components ........................................................... 37
Removal and Installation ........................................ 38
REMOVAL ........................................................... 38
INSPECTION AFTER REMOVAL ........................ 41
INSTALLATION .................................................... 42
CAMSHAFT ............................................................... 47
Components ........................................................... 47
Removal and Installation ........................................ 47
REMOVAL ........................................................... 47
INSPECTION AFTER REMOVAL ........................ 49
INSTALLATION .................................................... 51
INSPECTION AFTER INSTALLATION ................ 54
Valve Clearance ...................................................... 55
INSPECTION ....................................................... 55
ADJUSTMENT .................................................... 57
OIL SEAL .................................................................. 59
Removal and Installation of Valve Oil Seal ............. 59
REMOVAL ........................................................... 59
INSTALLATION .................................................... 59
Removal and Installation of Front Oil Seal ............. 60
REMOVAL ........................................................... 60
INSTALLATION .................................................... 60
Removal and Installation of Rear Oil Seal .............. 61
REMOVAL ........................................................... 61
INSTALLATION .................................................... 61
CYLINDER HEAD ..................................................... 62
On-Vehicle Service ................................................. 62
CHECKING COMPRESSION PRESSURE ......... 62
Components ........................................................... 63
Removal and Installation ........................................ 63
REMOVAL ........................................................... 63
INSPECTION AFTER REMOVAL ........................ 64
INSTALLATION .................................................... 65
Components ........................................................... 66
Disassembly and Assembly .................................... 66
DISASSEMBLY ................................................... 66
ASSEMBLY ......................................................... 67
Inspection After Disassembly ................................. 68
VALVE DIMENSIONS .......................................... 68
VALVE GUIDE CLEARANCE .............................. 68
VALVE GUIDE REPLACEMENT ......................... 69
VALVE SEAT CONTACT ..................................... 70
VALVE SEAT REPLACEMENT ........................... 70
VALVE SPRING SQUARENESS ......................... 71
VALVE SPRING DIMENSIONS AND VALVE
SPRING PRESSURE LOAD ............................... 72
ENGINE ASSEMBLY ................................................ 73
Components ........................................................... 73
Removal and Installation ........................................ 73
REMOVAL ........................................................... 74
INSTALLATION .................................................... 76
INSPECTION AFTER INSTALLATION ................ 76
CYLINDER BLOCK ................................................... 77
Components ........................................................... 77
Disassembly and Assembly .................................... 78
DISASSEMBLY ................................................... 78ASSEMBLY ..........................................................81
How to Select Piston and Bearing ..........................87
DESCRIPTION ....................................................87
HOW TO SELECT PISTON .................................87
HOW TO SELECT CONNECTING ROD BEAR-
ING .......................................................................88
HOW TO SELECT MAIN BEARING ....................91
Inspection After Disassembly ..................................95
CRANKSHAFT END PLAY ..................................95
CONNECTING ROD SIDE CLEARANCE ...........95
PISTON TO PISTON PIN OIL CLEARANCE .......95
PISTON RING SIDE CLEARANCE .....................96
PISTON RING END GAP ....................................96
CONNECTING ROD BEND AND TORSION .......97
CONNECTING ROD BIG END DIAMETER ........97
CONNECTING ROD BUSHING OIL CLEAR-
ANCE ...................................................................97
CYLINDER BLOCK TOP SURFACE DISTOR-
TION ....................................................................98
MAIN BEARING HOUSING INNER DIAMETER ...98
PISTON TO CYLINDER BORE CLEARANCE ....99
CRANKSHAFT MAIN JOURNAL DIAMETER ... 100
CRANKSHAFT PIN JOURNAL DIAMETER ...... 100
OUT-OF-ROUND AND TAPER OF CRANK-
SHAFT ............................................................... 100
CRANKSHAFT RUNOUT .................................. 100
CONNECTING ROD BEARING OIL CLEAR-
ANCE ................................................................. 101
MAIN BEARING OIL CLEARANCE ................... 101
MAIN BEARING CRUSH HEIGHT .................... 102
CONNECTING ROD BEARING CRUSH
HEIGHT ............................................................. 102
MAIN BEARING CAP BOLT OUTER DIAMETER . 103
CONNECTING ROD BOLT OUTER DIAMETER . 103
CLOGGED OR DAMAGED OIL FILTER (FOR
INTAKE VALVE TIMING CONTROL) ................. 103
FLYWHEEL DEFLECTION (M/T MODELS) ...... 103
MOVEMENT AMOUNT OF FLYWHEEL (M/T
MODELS) ........................................................... 103
SERVICE DATA AND SPECIFICATIONS (SDS) .... 105
Standard and Limit ................................................ 105
GENERAL SPECIFICATIONS ........................... 105
DRIVE BELT ...................................................... 105
WATER CONTROL VALVE ................................ 105
EXHAUST MANIFOLD ...................................... 105
THERMOSTAT ................................................... 105
SPARK PLUG .................................................... 105
CYLINDER HEAD .............................................. 105
VALVE ................................................................ 106
CAMSHAFT AND CAMSHAFT BEARING ......... 109
CYLINDER BLOCK ............................................110
PISTON, PISTON RING AND PISTON PIN ...... 111
CONNECTING ROD ..........................................112
CRANKSHAFT ...................................................112
MAIN BEARING .................................................114
CONNECTING ROD BEARING .........................114

EM-4Revision: June 2006
PRECAUTIONS
2007 Versa
3. Disconnect both battery cables. The steering lock will remain released and the steering wheel can be
rotated.
4. Perform the necessary repair operation.
5. When the repair work is completed, return the ignition switch to the ″LOCK″ position before connecting
the battery cables. (At this time, the steering lock mechanism will engage.)
6. Perform a self-diagnosis check of all control units using CONSULT-II.
Precautions for Drain CoolantEBS00U6S

Drain coolant when engine is cooled.
Precautions for Disconnecting Fuel PipingEBS00U6T

Before starting work, make sure no fire or spark producing items are in the work area.

Release fuel pressure before disassembly.

After disconnecting pipes, plug openings to stop fuel leakage.
Precautions for Removal and DisassemblyEBS00U6U

When instructed to use special service tools, use the specified tools. Always be careful to work safely,
avoid forceful or uninstructed operations.

Exercise maximum care to avoid damage to mating or sliding surfaces.

Cover openings of engine system with tape or the equivalent, if necessary, to seal out foreign materials.

Mark and arrange disassembly parts in an organized way for easy troubleshooting and assembly.

When loosening nuts and bolts, as a basic rule, start with the one furthest outside, then the one diagonally
opposite, and so on. If the order of loosening is specified, do exactly as specified. Power tools may be
used where noted in the step.
Precautions for Inspection, Repair and ReplacementEBS00U6V

Before repairing or replacing, thoroughly inspect parts. Inspect new replacement parts in the same way,
and replace if necessary.
Precautions for Assembly and InstallationEBS00U6W

Use torque wrench to tighten bolts or nuts to specification.

When tightening nuts and bolts, as a basic rule, equally tighten in several different steps starting with the
ones in center, then ones on inside and outside diagonally in this order. If the order of tightening is speci-
fied, do exactly as specified.

Replace with new gasket, packing, oil seal or O-ring.

Thoroughly wash, clean, and air-blow each part. Carefully check oil or coolant passages for any restriction
and blockage.

Avoid damaging sliding or mating surfaces. Completely remove foreign materials such as cloth lint or dust.
Before assembly, oil sliding surfaces well.

Release air within route after draining coolant.

Before starting engine, apply fuel pressure to fuel lines with turning ignition switch ON (with engine
stopped). Then make sure that there are no leaks at fuel line connections.

After repairing, start engine and increase engine speed to check coolant, fuel, oil, and exhaust systems
for leakage.
Parts Requiring Angular TighteningEBS00U6X

Use an angle wrench for the final tightening of the following engine parts:
–Cylinder head bolts
–Camshaft sprocket (INT)
–Main bearing cap bolts
–Connecting rod cap nuts
–Crankshaft pulley bolt (No angle wrench is required as the bolt flange is provided with notches for angular
tightening)
Tool number : KV10112100 (BT-8653-A)

PRECAUTIONS
EM-5
C
D
E
F
G
H
I
J
K
L
MA
EM
Revision: June 20062007 Versa

Do not use a torque value for final tightening.

The torque value for these parts are for a preliminary step.

Ensure thread and seat surfaces are clean and coated with engine oil.
Precautions for Liquid GasketEBS00U6Y
REMOVAL OF LIQUID GASKET SEALING

After removing the bolts and nuts, separate the mating surface
and remove the sealant using Tool.
CAUTION:
Be careful not to damage the mating surfaces.

In areas where the cutter is difficult to use, use a plastic hammer
to lightly tap (1) the cutter where the RTV Silicone Sealant is
applied. Use a plastic hammer to slide the cutter (2) by tapping
on the side.
CAUTION:
If for some unavoidable reason a tool such as a flat-bladed
screwdriver is used, be careful not to damage the mating surfaces.
LIQUID GASKET APPLICATION PROCEDURE
1. Using a scraper, remove the old Silicone RTV Sealant adhering
to the gasket application surface and the mating surface.

Remove the sealant completely from the groove of the gasket
application surface, bolts, and bolt holes.
2. Thoroughly clean the gasket application surface and the mating
surface and remove adhering moisture, grease and foreign
materials.
3. Attach the sealant tube to the tube presser.
Use Genuine Silicone RTV Sealant or equivalent. Refer to
GI-46, "
Recommended Chemical Products and Sealants" .
4. Apply the sealant without breaks to the specified location using
Tool.

If there is a groove for the sealant application, apply the seal-
ant to the groove.

As for the bolt holes, normally apply the sealant inside the
holes. If specified, it should be applied outside the holes.
Make sure to read the text of this manual.

Within five minutes of the sealant application, install the mat-
ing component.

If the sealant protrudes, wipe it off immediately.

Do not retighten after the installation.

After 30 minutes or more have passed from the installation, fill
the engine with the specified oil and coolant. Refer to MA-11,
"Fluids and Lubricants" . Tool number : KV10111100 (J-37228)
WBIA0566E
PBIC0003E
Tool number WS39930000 ( – )
WBIA0567E
SEM 15 9F

EM-12Revision: June 2006
NOISE, VIBRATION AND HARSHNESS (NVH) TROUBLESHOOTING
2007 Versa
Use the Chart Below to Help You Find the Cause of the Symptom.EBS00T5Q
1. Locate the area where noise occurs.
2. Confirm the type of noise.
3. Specify the operating condition of engine.
4. Check specified noise source.
If necessary, repair or replace these parts.
A: Closely related B: Related C: Sometimes related —: Not related1. Piston pin noise 2. Piston slap noise 3. Main bearing noise
4. Water pump noise 5. Timing chain and tensioner noise 6. Drive belt noise (stick/slipping)
7. Tappet noise 8. Camshaft bearing noise 9. Connecting rod noise
A. Rotational mechanism B. Water pump C. Timing chain
D. Drive belt E. Crankshaft pulley F. A/C compressor
G. Water pump H. Alternator I. Tension pulley
J. Valve mechanism K. Valves
Location
of noiseType of
noiseOperating condition of engine
Source of
noiseCheck itemRefer-
ence page Before
warm-
upAfter
warm-
upWhen
start-
ingWhen
idlingWhen
racingWhile
driving
Top of
engine
Rocker
cover
Cylinder
headTick ing or
clickingCA—AB—Tappet
noiseValve clearanceEM-107
Rattle C A —ABCCamshaft
bearing
noiseCamshaft journal oil
clearance
Camshaft runoutEM-49EM-49
Crank-
shaft pul-
ley
Cylinder
block
(Side of
engine)
Oil panSlap or
knock—A—BB—Piston pin
noisePiston to piston pin oil
clearance
Connecting rod bush-
ing oil clearanceEM-95
EM-97
Slap or
rapA——BBAPiston
slap noisePiston to cylinder bore
clearance
Piston ring side clear-
ance
Piston ring end gap
Connecting rod bend
and torsionEM-99EM-96
EM-96
EM-97
Knock A B C B B BConnect-
ing rod
bearing
noiseConnecting rod bush-
ing oil clearance
Connecting rod bear-
ing oil clearanceEM-97EM-101
Knock A B —ABCMain
bearing
noiseMain bearing oil clear-
ance
Crankshaft runoutEM-101EM-100
Front of
engine
Front
coverTapping or
tickingAA—BBBTiming
chain and
chain ten-
sioner
noiseTiming chain cracks
and wear
Timing chain tensioner
operationEM-41
Front of
engineSqueak-
ing or fizz-
ingAB—B—CDrive belt
(Sticking
or slip-
ping)Drive belt deflection
EM-13
Creaking A B A B A BDrive belt
(Slipping)Idler pulley bearing
operation
Squall
CreakAB—BABWater
pump
noiseWater pump operationCO-17

EM-14Revision: June 2006
DRIVE BELTS
2007 Versa
INSTALLATION
1. Hold the hexagonal part (A) of drive belt auto-tensioner (1) with
a box wrench securely. Then move the wrench handle in the
direction of arrow (loosening direction of tensioner).
CAUTION:
Never place hand in a location where pinching may occur if
the holding tool accidentally comes off.
2. Insert a rod such as short-length screwdriver approximately 6
mm (0.24 in) in diameter into the hole (B) of retaining boss to fix
drive belt auto-tensioner.
3. Install drive belt.
CAUTION:

Confirm drive belt is completely set to pulleys.

Check for engine oil, working fluid and engine coolant are not adhered to drive belt and each
pulley groove.
4. Release drive belt auto-tensioner, and apply tension to drive belt.
5. Turn crankshaft pulley clockwise several times to equalize tension between each pulley.
6. Confirm tension of drive belt at indicator (notch on fixed side) is within the possible use range. Refer to
EM-13, "
Checking Drive Belts" .
ComponentsEBS00U73
Removal and Installation of Drive Belt Auto-TensionerEBS00U74
REMOVAL
1. Remove drive belt. Refer to EM-13, "Removal and Installation" .
2. Release the fixed drive belt auto-tensioner pulley.
3. Loosen bolt and remove drive belt auto-tensioner.
PBIC3936E
1. Front cover 2. Drive belt auto–tensioner 3. Idler pulley (models without A/C)
4. Bracket (models without A/C) 5. Shaft (models without A/C)
PBIC4698E

EM-18Revision: June 2006
INTAKE MANIFOLD
2007 Versa
INTAKE MANIFOLDPFP:14003
ComponentsEBS00U7C
Removal and InstallationEBS00U7D
REMOVAL
1. Remove engine cover (1).
2. Drain engine coolant. Refer to CO-8, "
DRAINING ENGINE
COOLANT" .
CAUTION:
Perform this step when engine is cold.
NOTE:
This step is unnecessary when putting plugs to water hoses (to
electronic throttle control actuator)
a. Disconnect water hoses from electronic throttle control actuator.
b. Remove electronic throttle control actuator.
CAUTION:

Handle carefully to avoid any shock to electric throttle control actuator.

Never disassemble.
3. Remove oil level gauge.
CAUTION:
Cover the oil level gauge guide openings to avoid entry of foreign materials.
1. Hose clamp 2. Bracket 3. PCV hose
4. Gasket 5. Intake manifold 6. O-ring
7.EVAP canister purge volume control
solenoid valve8. Electric throttle control actuator 9. Gasket
WBIA0771E
WBIA0777E

EM-24Revision: June 2006
OIL PAN
2007 Versa
OIL PANP F P : 1111 0
ComponentsEBS00U7G
Removal and InstallationEBS00U7H
REMOVAL
WAR NIN G:

Be careful not to burn yourself, as the engine oil is hot.

Prolonged and repeated contact with used engine oil may cause skin cancer; try to avoid direct
skin contact with used oil. If skin contact is made, wash thoroughly with soap or hand cleaner as
soon as possible.
1. Oil level gauge 2. Oil level gauge guide 3. Rear oil seal
4. O-ring 5. Oil pan (upper) 6. Oil pump drive chain
7. Crankshaft sprocket 8. Oil pump sprocket 9. Timing chain tensioner (for oil pump)
10. Oil pump 11. Drain plug 12. Drain plug washer
13. Oil pan (lower) 14. Oil filter 15. Connector bolt
16. O-ring
A. Refer to EM-26
: Oil pan side
PBIC4482E