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TRANSAXLE ASSEMBLY
• When replacing an engine or transmission you must make sure any dowels are installed correctly
during re-assembly.
• Improper alignment caused by missing dowels may cause vibration, oil leaks or breakage of drive
train components.
• Do not reuse O-rings and copper washers. Refer to "COMPONENTS".
• When turning crankshaft, turn it clockwise as viewed from the front of the engine.
• When tightening the bolts for the torque converter while securing the crankshaft pulley bolt, be sure
to confirm the tightening torque of the crankshaft pulley bolt. Refer to EM-37
.
• After converter is installed to drive plate, rotate crankshaft several turns to check that transaxle
rotates freely without binding.
• When installing the torque converter to the transaxle measure dis-
tance A.
• Check the fitting of the dowel pins when installing the transaxle
assembly and the engine assembly.
: Dowel pin (2)
• When installing the transaxle to the engine, align the matching mark on the drive plate with the matching
mark on the torque converter.
• When securing the transaxle to the engine, attach the bolts in
accordance with the following standard.
(A): A/T to engine
(B): Engine to A/TDimension A: 14.4 mm (0.567 in) or more
SAT430D
SCIA7698E
Bolt No. 1 2
Number of bolts 2 7
Bolt length “L”
[mm (in)]55 (2.17) 50 (1.97)
Tightening torque
[N·m (kg-m, ft-lb)]62 (6.3, 46)
SCIA7685E
SERVICE DATA AND SPECIFICATIONS (SDS)
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SERVICE DATA AND SPECIFICATIONS (SDS)
General SpecificationINFOID:0000000001703396
*: Refer to MA-10.
Vehicle Speed at Which Gear Shifting OccursINFOID:0000000001703397
• At half throttle, the accelerator opening is 4/8 of the full opening.
Vehicle Speed at When Lock-up Occurs/ReleasesINFOID:0000000001703398
Stall SpeedINFOID:0000000001703399
Line PressureINFOID:0000000001703400
Adjusting shims, Needle Bearings, Thrust Washers and Snap RingsINFOID:0000000001703401
NOTE:
EngineMR18DE
Automatic transaxle model RE4F03B
Automatic transaxle assembly Model code number 3CX0D
Transaxle gear ratio1st 2.861
2nd 1.562
3rd 1.000
4th 0.697
Reverse 2.310
Final drive 4.072
Recommended fluidGenuine NISSAN Matic D ATF (Continental U.S. and Alaska) or
Canada NISSAN Automatic Transmission Fluid*
Fluid capacity [ (US qt, Imp qt)]7.9 (8-3/8, 7)
Throttle positionVehicle speed km/h (MPH)
D1 → D2D2 → D3D3 → D4D4 → D3D3 → D2D2 → D1
Full throttle51 - 59
(32 - 37)97 - 105
(60 - 65)154 - 162
(96 - 101)150 - 158
(93 - 98)87 - 95
(54 - 59)40 - 48
(25 - 30)
Half throttle34 - 42
(21 - 26)62 - 70
(39 - 43)124 - 132
(77 - 82)69 - 77
(43 - 48)36 - 44
(22 - 27)19 - 27
(12 - 17)
Throttle position Selector lever positionVehicle speed km/h (MPH)
Lock-up ON Lock-up OFF
2.0/8“D” position 86 - 94 (53 - 58) 59 - 67 (37 - 42)
“D” position (OD OFF) 86 - 94 (53 - 58) 83 - 91 (52 - 57)
Stall revolution (rpm)2,310 - 2,770
Engine speedLine pressure kPa (kg/cm2, psi)
“D”, “2” and “1” positions “R” position
Idle speed 500 (5.1, 73) 778 (7.9, 113)
Stall speed 1,173 (12.0, 170) 1,825 (18.6, 265)
AUDIO
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and M45 first followed by M43 last. If the subwoofer is inoperative, be sure to check this condition. Refer to AV-
34, "Sound Is Not Heard from Subwoofer (Premium System)" .
• The majority of the audio malfunctions are the result of outside causes (damaged CD, electromagnetic inter-
ference, etc.). Check the symptoms below to diagnose the malfunction.
• The vehicle itself can be a source of noise if noise prevention parts or electrical equipment is malfunctioning.
Check if noise is caused and/or changed by engine speed, ignition switch turned to each position, and oper-
ation of each piece of electrical equipment, and then determine the cause.
NOTE:
Noise resulting from variations in field strength, such as fading noise and multi-path noise, or external noise
from trains and other sources. It is not a malfunction.
• Fading noise: This noise occurs because of variations in the field strength in a narrow range due to moun-
tains or buildings blocking the signal.
• Multi-path noise: This noise results from the waves sent directly from the broadcast station arriving at the
antenna at a different time from the waves that reflect off of mountains or buildings.
Noise InspectionINFOID:0000000001704662
The vehicle itself can be a source of noise if noise prevention parts or electrical equipment is malfunctioning.
Check if noise is caused and/or changed by engine speed, ignition switch turned to each position, and opera-
tion of each piece of electrical equipment, and determine the cause.
NOTE:
The source of the noise can be found easily by listening to the noise while removing the fuses of electrical
components, one by one.
TYPE OF NOISE AND POSSIBLE CAUSE
Symptom Check item
Audio system does not work properly.• Audio unit power supply circuit. Refer to AV- 2 2 , "
Power Supply
Circuit Inspection" .
• Audio unit. Refer to "Trouble Diagnosis" .
No sound can be heard from all speakers. Audio unit. Refer to "Trouble Diagnosis" .
No sound can be heard from one or several speakers.• Open or short in audio signal circuit between audio unit and front
speaker. Refer to AV- 2 9 , "
Sound Is Not Heard from Front Door
Speaker (Base System)" or AV- 3 1 , "Sound Is Not Heard from
Front Door Speaker or Tweeter (Mid Level and Premium Sys-
tem)" .
• Front speaker. Refer to AV- 2 9 , "
Sound Is Not Heard from Front
Door Speaker (Base System)" or AV- 3 1 , "Sound Is Not Heard
from Front Door Speaker or Tweeter (Mid Level and Premium
System)" .
• Open or short in audio signal circuit between audio unit and rear
speaker. Refer to AV- 3 0 , "
Sound Is Not Heard from Rear Door
Speaker (Base System)" or AV- 3 2 , "Sound Is Not Heard from
Rear Door Speaker (Mid Level and Premium System)" .
• Rear speaker. Refer to AV- 3 0 , "
Sound Is Not Heard from Rear
Door Speaker (Base System)" or AV- 3 2 , "Sound Is Not Heard
from Rear Door Speaker (Mid Level and Premium System)" .
• Tweeter (mid level and premium system) AV- 3 1 , "
Sound Is Not
Heard from Front Door Speaker or Tweeter (Mid Level and Pre-
mium System)" or AV- 3 2 , "Sound Is Not Heard from Rear Door
Speaker (Mid Level and Premium System)" .
• Subwoofer (premium system). Refer to AV- 3 4 , "
Sound Is Not
Heard from Subwoofer (Premium System)" .
• Audio unit. Refer to AV- 2 2 , "
Power Supply Circuit Inspection" .
No sound can be heard from radio or noise is heard.• Antenna feeder. Refer to AV- 4 1
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• Antenna. Refer to AV- 4 1
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• Audio unit. Refer to AV- 2 2 , "
Power Supply Circuit Inspection" .
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AUDIO
Power Supply Circuit Inspection
INFOID:0000000001704663
1.CHECK FUSE
Check that the following fuses of the subwoofer (premium system) and audio unit are not blown.
OK or NG
OK >> GO TO 2.
NG >> If fuse is blown, be sure to eliminate cause of blown fuse before installing new fuse. Refer to PG-
3 .
2.AUDIO UNIT POWER SUPPLY CIRCUIT CHECK
1. Disconnect audio unit connector.
2. Check voltage between the audio unit and ground.
OK or NG
OK >> With premium system, GO TO 3.
NG >> • Check connector housings for disconnected or loose
terminals.
• Repair harness or connector.
3.SUBWOOFER (PREMIUM SYSTEM) POWER SUPPLY CIRCUIT CHECK
1. Disconnect subwoofer connector.
Occurrence condition Possible cause
Occurs only when engine is ON.A continuous growling noise occurs. The speed of
the noise varies with changes in the engine speed.Ignition components
A whistling noise occurs while the engine speed is
high. A booming noise occurs while the engine is
running and the lighting switch is ON.Generator
Noise only occurs when various
electrical components are oper-
ating.A cracking or snapping sound occurs with the op-
eration of various switches.Relay malfunction, radio malfunction
The noise occurs when various motors are operat-
ing.• Motor case ground
• Motor
The noise occurs constantly, not just under certain conditions.• Rear defogger coil malfunction
• Open circuit in printed heater
A cracking or snapping sound occurs while the vehicle is being driven, especially when
it is vibrating excessively.• Ground wire of body parts.
• Ground due to improper part installation
• Wiring connections or a short circuit
Unit Terminals Signal name Fuse No.
Audio unit19 Battery power 27
7 Ignition switch ACC or ON 20
Subwoofer (with premium audio) 1 Ignition switch ACC or ON 27
UnitTe r m i n a l N o .
OFF ACC ON (+)
(-)
Connector Terminal
Audio unit M4319 GroundBattery
voltageBattery
voltageBattery
voltage
7Ground0VBattery
voltageBattery
voltage
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PREPARATION
PREPARATION
Special Service ToolINFOID:0000000001703942
Commercial Service ToolINFOID:0000000001703943
Tool number
(Kent-Moore No.)
Tool nameDescription
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(J-39570)
Chassis earLocating the noise
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(J-43980)
NISSAN Squeak and Rat-
tle KitRepairing the cause of noise
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(J-43241)
Remote Keyless Entry
Te s t e rUsed to test key fobs
SIIA0993E
SIIA0994E
LEL946A
Tool name Description
Engine ear Locating the noise
SIIA0995E
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SQUEAK AND RATTLE TROUBLE DIAGNOSES
If the noise can be duplicated easily during the test drive, to help identify the source of the noise, try to dupli-
cate the noise with the vehicle stopped by doing one or all of the following:
1) Close a door.
2) Tap or push/pull around the area where the noise appears to be coming from.
3) Rev the engine.
4) Use a floor jack to recreate vehicle “twist”.
5) At idle, apply engine load (electrical load, half-clutch on M/T model, drive position on A/T model).
6) Raise the vehicle on a hoist and hit a tire with a rubber hammer.
• Drive the vehicle and attempt to duplicate the conditions the customer states exist when the noise occurs.
• If it is difficult to duplicate the noise, drive the vehicle slowly on an undulating or rough road to stress the
vehicle body.
CHECK RELATED SERVICE BULLETINS
After verifying the customer concern or symptom, check ASIST for Technical Service Bulletins (TSBs) related
to that concern or symptom.
If a TSB relates to the symptom, follow the procedure to repair the noise.
LOCATE THE NOISE AND IDENTIFY THE ROOT CAUSE
1. Narrow down the noise to a general area.To help pinpoint the source of the noise, use a listening tool
(Chassis Ear: J-39570, Engine Ear: J-39565 and mechanic's stethoscope).
2. Narrow down the noise to a more specific area and identify the cause of the noise by:
• removing the components in the area that you suspect the noise is coming from.
Do not use too much force when removing clips and fasteners, otherwise clips and fasteners can be broken
or lost during the repair, resulting in the creation of new noise.
• tapping or pushing/pulling the component that you suspect is causing the noise.
Do not tap or push/pull the component with excessive force, otherwise the noise will be eliminated only tem-
porarily.
• feeling for a vibration with your hand by touching the component(s) that you suspect is (are) causing the
noise.
• placing a piece of paper between components that you suspect are causing the noise.
• looking for loose components and contact marks.
Refer to BL-9, "
Generic Squeak and Rattle Troubleshooting".
REPAIR THE CAUSE
• If the cause is a loose component, tighten the component securely.
• If the cause is insufficient clearance between components:
- separate components by repositioning or loosening and retightening the component, if possible.
- insulate components with a suitable insulator such as urethane pads, foam blocks, felt cloth tape or urethane
tape. A NISSAN Squeak and Rattle Kit (J-43980) is available through your authorized NISSAN Parts Depart-
ment.
CAUTION:
Do not use excessive force as many components are constructed of plastic and may be damaged.
Always check with the Parts Department for the latest parts information.
The following materials are contained in the NISSAN Squeak and Rattle Kit (J-43980). Each item can be
ordered separately as needed.
URETHANE PADS [1.5 mm (0.059 in) thick]
Insulates connectors, harness, etc.
76268-9E005: 100×135 mm (3.94×5.31 in)/76884-71L01: 60×85 mm (2.36×3.35 in)/76884-71L02: 15×25
mm (0.59×0.98 in)
INSULATOR (Foam blocks)
Insulates components from contact. Can be used to fill space behind a panel.
73982-9E000: 45 mm (1.77 in) thick, 50×50 mm (1.97×1.97 in)/73982-50Y00: 10 mm (0.39 in) thick,
50×50 mm (1.97×1.97 in)
INSULATOR (Light foam block)
80845-71L00: 30 mm (1.18 in) thick, 30×50 mm (1.18×1.97 in)
FELT CLOTH TAPE
Used to insulate where movement does not occur. Ideal for instrument panel applications.
68370-4B000: 15×25 mm (0.59×0.98 in) pad/68239-13E00: 5 mm (0.20 in) wide tape roll. The following
materials not found in the kit can also be used to repair squeaks and rattles.
UHMW (TEFLON) TAPE
Insulates where slight movement is present. Ideal for instrument panel applications.
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SQUEAK AND RATTLE TROUBLE DIAGNOSES
Most of these incidents can be repaired by adjusting, securing or insulating the item(s) or component(s) caus-
ing the noise.
SUNROOF/HEADLINING
Noises in the sunroof/headlining area can often be traced to one of the following:
1. Sunroof lid, rail, linkage or seals making a rattle or light knocking noise
2. Sun visor shaft shaking in the holder
3. Front or rear windshield touching headliner and squeaking
Again, pressing on the components to stop the noise while duplicating the conditions can isolate most of these
incidents. Repairs usually consist of insulating with felt cloth tape.
OVERHEAD CONSOLE (FRONT AND REAR)
Overhead console noises are often caused by the console panel clips not being engaged correctly. Most of
these incidents are repaired by pushing up on the console at the clip locations until the clips engage.
In addition look for:
1. Loose harness or harness connectors.
2. Front console map/reading lamp lense loose.
3. Loose screws at console attachment points.
SEATS
When isolating seat noise it's important to note the position the seat is in and the load placed on the seat when
the noise is present. These conditions should be duplicated when verifying and isolating the cause of the
noise.
Cause of seat noise include:
1. Headrest rods and holder
2. A squeak between the seat pad cushion and frame
3. The rear seatback lock and bracket
These noises can be isolated by moving or pressing on the suspected components while duplicating the con-
ditions under which the noise occurs. Most of these incidents can be repaired by repositioning the component
or applying urethane tape to the contact area.
UNDERHOOD
Some interior noise may be caused by components under the hood or on the engine wall. The noise is then
transmitted into the passenger compartment.
Causes of transmitted underhood noise include:
1. Any component mounted to the engine wall
2. Components that pass through the engine wall
3. Engine wall mounts and connectors
4. Loose radiator mounting pins
5. Hood bumpers out of adjustment
6. Hood striker out of adjustment
These noises can be difficult to isolate since they cannot be reached from the interior of the vehicle. The best
method is to secure, move or insulate one component at a time and test drive the vehicle. Also, engine RPM
or load can be changed to isolate the noise. Repairs can usually be made by moving, adjusting, securing, or
insulating the component causing the noise.
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HOOD
Hood Lock Reinforcement
1. Remove front bumper. Refer to EI-14, "Removal and Installation".
2. Remove crash zone sensor. Refer to SRS-41, "
Removal and Installation".
3. Remove bolts, and the hood lock reinforcement.
Hood Lock Cable
1. Remove front grille (LH/RH). Refer to EI-20, "Removal and Installation".
2. Remove fender protector (LH). Refer to EI-23, "
Component".
3. Remove hood lock, and remove hood lock cable from hood lock.
4. Remove radiator core upper support, hood ledge, and then remove hood lock cable.
5. Remove hood opener on bottom left of instrument panel, and
then remove hood lock cable.
6. Remove grommet on lower dashboard, and pull out hood lock
cable from passenger room side.
CAUTION:
While pulling the cable, be careful not to damage (peel)
hood opener cable outer surface on edges of body through
hole.
INSTALLATION
Installation is in the reverse order of removal.
• Perform hood fitting adjustment. Refer to BL-13, "
Fitting Adjustment".
Hood Lock Reinforcement
When installing hood lock reinforcement, loosen hood bolts, and
then tighten bolts in the order as shown.
Hood Lock Cable
1. Pull the hood lock cable through the panel hole to the engine compartment.
CAUTION: 23.6 N·m (2.4 kg-m, 17 ft-lb)
PIIB6511E
LIIA2667E
23.6 N·m (2.4 kg-m, 17 ft-lb)
PIIB6513E