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• Measure point ″H″.
Piston to Cylinde r Bore Clearance
• Calculate by using diameter of the piston skirt and the cylinder bore diameter (direction X, position B).
(Clearance) = (Cylinder bore diameter) – (piston skirt diameter)
• If calculation exceeds the limit, replace piston/piston pin assembly.
Reboring Cylinder Bore
1. Cylinder bore size is determined by adding pi ston-to-bore clearance to piston diameter “A”.
2. Install main bearing caps, and tighten them to the specified torque. Otherwise, cylinder bores may be dis-
torted in final assembly.
3. Cut the cylinder bores. NOTE:
• When any cylinder needs boring, all other cylinders must also be bored.
• Do not cut too much out of cylinder bore at one time. Cut only 0.05 mm (0.0020 in) or so in diameter at atime.
4. Hone cylinders to obtain the specified piston-to-bore clearance.
5. Measure finished cylinder bore for out-of-round and taper. NOTE:
Measurement should be done after cylinder bore cools down.
CRANKSHAFT JOURNAL DIAMETER
• Measure diameter of crankshaft journals.
• If measurement is out of standard, measure the ma in bearing oil clearance. Then use the undersize bearing.
Follow the "MAIN BEARING OIL CLEARANCE" procedure.
CRANKSHAFT PIN DIAMETER
Distance from the top : 39 mm (1.54 in)
KBIA2545E
Standard : 0.010 - 0.030 mm (0.0004 - 0.0012 in)
Limit : 0.08 mm (0.0031 in)
Rebored size calculation: D = A +B - C
where,
D: Bored diameter
A: Piston diameter as measured
B: Piston - to - bore clearance (standard value)
C: Honing allowance 0.02 mm (0.0008 in)
Standard : 63.940 - 63.964 mm (2.5173 - 2.5183 in)
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• Measure diameter of crankshaft pin using suitable tool.
• If measurement is out of standard, measure connecting rod bear-
ing oil clearance. Then use undersize bearing. Follow the "CON-
NECTING ROD BUSHING OIL CLEARANCE (SMALL END)"
procedure.
OUT-OF-ROUND AND TAPER OF CRANKSHAFT
• Measure dimensions at four di fferent points as shown on each
journal and pin.
• Out-of-roundness is indicated by the difference in dimension
between ″X″ and ″Y″ at ″A″ and ″B″ .
• Taper is indicated by the difference in dimension between ″A ″ and
″ B″ at ″X ″ and ″Y″ .
• If measured value exceeds the standard, correct or replace crankshaft.
• If corrected, measure the bearing oil clearance of the corrected journal or pin. Then select the main bearing or connecting rod bearing. Follow the "MAIN BEA RING OIL CLEARANCE" or " CONNECTING ROD BEAR-
ING OIL CLEARANCE" procedure.
CRANKSHAFT RUNOUT
• Place a V-block on a precise flat table to support the journals on both ends of the crankshaft.
• Measure at No. 3 journal using suitable tool.
• While rotating crankshaft, read the movement of the pointer.
• Half of the movement shows the runout.
• If measurement exceeds the limit, replace crankshaft.
CONNECTING ROD BEARING OIL CLEARANCE
Method of Measurement
• Install connecting rod bearings to the connecting rod and cap. Tighten connecting rod bolts to the specified
torque. Refer to EM-82, "
Disassembly and Assembly".
Measure inside diameter of connecting rod bearing.
(Oil clearance) = (Inside diameter of connecting rod bearing) –
(Crankshaft pin diameter)
• If clearance cannot be adjusted wit hin the standard, grind crank-
shaft pin and use undersized bearing. Refer to EM-101, "
How to
Select Piston and Bearing".
Standard : 53.956 - 53.974 mm (2.1243 - 2.1250 in)
PBIC0127E
Limit
Out-of-round (Difference between ″X ″ and ″ Y″)
: 0.002 mm (0.0001 in)
Taper (Difference between ″ A″ and ″B ″)
: 0.002 mm (0.0001 in)
PBIC1685E
Limit : Less than 0.05 mm (0.002 in)
PBIC0129E
Standard : 0.020 - 0.039 mm (0.0008 - 0.0015 in)
Limit : 0.055 mm (0.0022 in)
PBIC1642E
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EM-98
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ENGINE UNIT
Method of Using Plastigage
• Remove oil and dust on the crankshaft pin and surfaces of eachbearing completely.
• Cut a plastigage slightly shorter than the bearing width, and place
it in the crankshaft axial direction, avoiding oil holes.
• Install the connecting rod beari ngs to the connecting rod and con-
necting rod bearing cap, and tighten the connecting rod bolts to the
specified torque.
CAUTION:
Do not rotate crankshaft with plastigage installed.
• Remove the connecting rod bear ing cap and bearings. Measure
the plastigage width using the scale on the plastigage bag.
NOTE:
The procedure when the measured value exceeds the repair limit is the same as that described in “Method
of Measurement”.
MAIN BEARING OIL CLEARANCE
Method of Measurement
• Install the main bearings to the cylinder block and main bearing cap. Measure the main bearing inside diameter with the bearing
cap bolts tightened to the specified torque. Refer to EM-82, "
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sembly and Assembly".
(Oil clearance) = (Inside diameter of main bearing) – (Crankshaft
journal diameter)
• If measured value exceeds the repair limit, select main bearings referring to the main bearing inside diame-
ter and crankshaft journal diameter, so that the oil clearance satisfies the standard. Refer to EM-101, "
How
to Select Piston and Bearing".
Method of Using Plastigage
• Remove oil and dust on the crankshaft journal and surfaces of
each bearing completely.
• Cut a plastigage slightly shorter than the bearing width, and place it in crankshaft axial direction, avoiding oil holes.
• Install the main bearings to the cylinder block and main bearing cap, and tighten the main bearing bolts to the specified torque.
CAUTION:
Do not rotate crankshaft with plastigage installed.
• Remove bearing cap and bearings. Measure plastigage width using the scale on the plastigage bag.
NOTE:
The procedure when the measured value exceeds the repair limit
is the same as that descri bed in “Method of Measurement”.
CRUSH HEIGHT OF MAIN BEARING
KBIA2550E
Standard:
No. 1 and 5 journals : 0.001 - 0.011 mm (0.00004 - 0.0004 in)
No. 2, 3 and 4 journals : 0.007 - 0.017 mm (0.0003 - 0.0007 in)
Limit: No.1 and 5 journals : 0.021 mm (0.0008 in)
No. 2, 3 and 4 journals : 0.027 mm (0.0011 in)
PBIC1644E
KBIA2551E
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• When the bearing cap is removed after being tightened to the
specified torque with main bearings installed, the tip end of the
bearing must protrude. Refer to EM-82, "
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bly" for the tightening procedure.
• If standard is not met, replace main bearings.
CRUSH HEIGHT OF CONNECTING ROD BEARING
• When connecting rod bearing cap is removed after being tightened to the specified torque with the connecting rod bearings installed,
the tip end of the bearing must protrude. Refer to EM-82, "
Disas-
sembly and Assembly" for tightening procedure.
• If standard is not met, replace connecting rod bearings.
MAIN BEARING CAP BOLT DIAMETER
• Check for bolts (M9 and M12) installed from lower side using the following procedure.
NOTE:
• Side bolt (M10) is outside the target.
• Figure shows M12 bolt.
• Measure bolt diameter ″ d1″ from tip of the bolt to dimension "a".
• Measure bolt diameter ″d2″ from the dimension between tip of the
bolt and dimension ″b ″ as base station to dimension ″c″ .
NOTE:
If a narrower part in the threads is determined by visual check,
measure ″d2″ at that point.
• Calculate the difference between ″d1″ and ″d2″ .
M9 bolt
M12 bolt
• Replace applicable bolts if outside the limit.
CONNECTING ROD BOLT DIAMETER
• Measure diameter ″d ″ at position shown.
Standard : There must be crush height
SEM502G
Standard : There must be crush height.
PBIC1646E
KBIA2497E
Dimension “a” : 9 mm (0.35 in)
Dimension “b” : 15 mm (0.59 in)
Dimension “c” : 20 mm (0.79 in)
Limit : 0.10 mm (0.0039 in)
Dimension “a” : 12 mm (0.47 in)
Dimension “b” : 55 mm (2.17 in)
Dimension “c” : 20 mm (0.79 in)
Limit : 0.15 mm (0.0059 in)
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EXHAUST SYSTEMEX-7
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opped from a height of more than 0.5 m (19.7
in) onto a hard surface such as a co ncrete floor; replace with a new one.
• Do not over-torque the heated oxygen sensor. Doing so may damage the heated oxygen sensor,
resulting in the MIL coming on.
• If any mounting insulator is badly deformed, repair or replace it. If deposits such as mud pile up on
the mounting insulators, clean and inspect them.
• Temporarily tighten the nuts on the exhaust manifold side and th e bolts on the vehicle side. Check
each part for interference with other components, an d then tighten the nuts and bolts to specifica-
tion.
INSPECTION AFTER INSTALLATION
• With the engine running, check exhaust tube joints for gas leakage and unusual noises.
• Check to ensure that mounting brackets and mount ing rubbers are installed properly and free from undue
stress. Improper installation could resu lt in excessive noise and vibration.
Tool number A: — (J-43897-18)
B: — (J-43897-12)
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WHEEL HUBFAX-7
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REMOVAL
1. Remove wheel and tire using power tool.
2. Remove engine under cover using power tool.
3. Without disassembling the hydraulic lines, remove caliper torque member bolts using power tool. Then
reposition brake caliper aside with wire. Refer to BR-31, "
Removal and Installation of Brake Caliper and
Rotor" .
NOTE:
Do not press brake pedal while brake caliper is removed.
4. Put alignment mark on disc rotor and wheel hub and bearing assembly, then remove disc rotor.
5. On 4WD model, remove cotter pin, then remove lock nut from drive shaft using power tool. Then remove end of drive shaft from wheel hub and bearing assembly. Refer to FAX-9, "
Removal and Installation" .
6. Remove wheel sensor. Refer to BRC-114, "
Removal and Installation" .
• Inspect the wheel sensor O-ring, replac e the wheel sensor assembly if damaged.
• Clean the wheel sensor hole and mounting surface with a suitable brake cleaner and clean lint-free shop rag. Be careful that dirt and debris do not enter the axle bearing area.
• Apply a coat of suitable grease to the wheel sensor O-ring and mounting hole.
CAUTION:
Do not pull on the wheel sensor harness.
7. Remove wheel hub and bearing assembly bolts using power tool.
1. Disc rotor 2. Wheel hub and bearing assembly 3. Wheel stud
4. Splash guard 5. Steering knuckle Front
AWDIA0423GB
WDIA0044E
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ON-VEHICLE SERVICEFSU-7
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Check front suspension parts for excessive play, cracks, wear and
other damage.
• Shake each front wheel to check for excessive play. If looseness is noted, inspect wheel bearing end play, then check
ball joint end play. Refer to FA X - 6 , "
On-Vehicle Inspection and Ser-
vice" and FSU-7, "Front Suspension Parts".
• Make sure that the cotter pin is inserted (4WD only).
• Retighten all nuts and bolts to the specified torque.
• Check shock absorber for oil leakage and other damage.
• Check suspension ball joint for grease leakage and ball joint dust cover for cracks and other damage.
Front Wheel AlignmentINFOID:0000000004915023
PRELIMINARY INSPECTION
WARNING:
Always adjust the alignment with the vehicle on a flat surface.
NOTE:
If alignment is out of specificat ion, inspect and replace any damaged or worn suspension parts before making
any adjustments.
1. Check and adjust the wheel alignment with the vehicle under unladen conditions. “Unladen conditions”
means that the fuel, coolant, and lubricant are full; and that the spare tire, jack, hand tools and mats are in
their designated positions.
2. Check the tires for incorrect air pressure and excessive wear.
3. Check the wheels for run out and damage. Refer to WT-45, "
Inspection".
4. Check the wheel bearing axial end play. Refer to FAX-6, "
On-Vehicle Inspection and Service" .
5. Check the shock absorbers for leaks or damage.
6. Check each mounting point of the suspension components for any excessive looseness or damage.
7. Check each link, arm, and the rear suspension member for any damage.
8. Check the vehicle height. Refer to FSU-25, "
Wheelarch Height (Unladen*1)" .
GENERAL INFORMATION AND RECOMMENDATIONS
1. A Four-Wheel Thrust Alignment should be performed.
• This type of alignment is re commended for any NISSAN vehicle.
• The four-wheel “thrust” process helps ensure that the vehicle is properly aligned and the steering wheel
is centered.
• The alignment machine itself should be ca pable of accepting any NISSAN vehicle.
• The alignment machine should be checked to ensure that it is level.
2. Make sure the alignment machine is properly calibrated. Suspension component torques : Refer to
FSU-14,
"Component" . SMA525A
SFA392B
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• Check the ball joint for excessive play. Replace the upper or lower link assembly if any of the following exists:
- Ball joint stud is worn.
- Ball joint is hard to swing.
- Ball joint play in axial directions or end play is excessive.
Swinging Force
NOTE:
Before checking the axial forces and end play, turn the lo wer ball joint at least 10 revolutions so that the ball
joint is properly broken in.
1. Measure the ball joint swinging force using a suitable tool.
• Measure at the cotter pin hole for upper ball joint as shown.
• Measure at the groove for lower ball joint as shown.
2. Verify the ball joint swinging force is within specification.
Turning Force
Check the turning torque using a suitable tool.
NOTE:
Before checking the axial forces and end play, turn the lower ball
joint at least 10 revolutions so that the ball joint is properly broken in.
Vertical End Play
Check dust cover for damage. Replace it and the cover clamp if necessary.
NOTE:
WEIA0076E
Swinging force “A”
Upper ball joint : 8.1 - 103.2 N (0.8 - 10.5 kg-f,
1.8 - 23.2 lb-f)
Lower ball joint : 11.4 - 145.5 N (1.1 - 14.8 kg-f, 2.5 - 32.7 lb-f)
SFA858A
Turning torque “B” : 0.5 - 6.4 N·m (0.05 - 0.65 kg-m, 4 - 57 in-lb)
SFA858A
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