TROUBLE DIAGNOSIS - SPECIFICATION VALUE
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NOTE:
Check “A/F ALPHA-B1”, “A/F ALPHA-B2” for approximately 1 minute because they may fluctuate. It is NG
if the indication is out of the SP value even a little.
Is the measurement value within the SP value?
YES >> GO TO 17.
NO-1 >> Less than the SP value: GO TO 2.
NO-2 >> More than the SP value: GO TO 3.
2.CHECK “B/FUEL SCHDL”
Select “B/FUEL SCHDL” in “SPEC” of “DATA MONITOR” mode, and check that the indication is within the SP
value.
Is the measurement value within the SP value?
YES >> GO TO 4.
NO >> More than the SP value: GO TO 19.
3.CHECK “B/FUEL SCHDL”
Select “B/FUEL SCHDL” in “SPEC” of “DATA MONITOR” mode, and check that the indication is within the SP
value.
Is the measurement value within the SP value?
YES >> GO TO 6.
NO-1 >> More than the SP value: GO TO 6.
NO-2 >> Less than the SP value: GO TO 25.
4.CHECK “A/F ALPHA-B1”, “A/F ALPHA-B2”
1. Stop the engine.
2. Disconnect PCV hose, and then plug it.
3. Start engine.
4. Select “A/F ALPHA-B1”, “A/F ALPHA-B2” in “SPEC” of “DATA MONITOR” mode, and check that the each
indication is within the SP value.
Is the measurement value within the SP value?
YES >> GO TO 5.
NO >> GO TO 6.
5.CHANGE ENGINE OIL
1. Stop the engine.
2. Change engine oil.
NOTE:
This symptom may occur when a large amount of gasoline is mixed with engine oil because of driving
conditions (such as when engine oil temperature does not rise enough since a journey distance is too
short during winter). The symptom will not be detected after changing engine oil or changing driving con-
ditions.
>> INSPECTION END
6.CHECK FUEL PRESSURE
Check fuel pressure. (Refer to EC-411, "
Inspection".)
Is the inspection result normal?
YES >> GO TO 9.
NO-1 >> Fuel pressure is too high: Replace “fuel filter and fuel pump assembly” and then. GO TO 8.
NO-2 >> Fuel pressure is too low: GO TO 7.
7.DETECT MALFUNCTIONING PART
Check fuel hoses and fuel tubes for clogging.
Is the inspection result normal?
YES >> Replace “fuel filter and fuel pump assembly” and then GO TO 8.
NO >> Repair or replace malfunctioning part and then GO TO 8.
8.CHECK “A/F ALPHA-B1”, “A/F ALPHA-B2”
EC-200
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P0171, P0174 FUEL INJECTION SYSTEM FUNCTION
5. Check the continuity between A/F sensor 1 harness connector or ECM harness connector and ground.
6. Also check harness for short to power.
Is the inspection result normal?
YES >> GO TO 4.
NO >> Repair open circuit, short to ground or short to power in harness or connectors.
4.CHECK FUEL PRESSURE
1. Release fuel pressure to zero. Refer to EC-411, "
Inspection".
2. Install fuel pressure gauge and check fuel pressure. Refer to EC-411, "
Inspection".
Is the inspection result normal?
YES >> GO TO 6.
NO >> GO TO 5.
5. DETECT MALFUNCTIONING PART
Check fuel hoses and fuel tubes for clogging.
Is the inspection result normal?
YES >> Replace “fuel filter and fuel pump assembly”.
NO >> Repair or replace malfunctioning part.
6.CHECK MASS AIR FLOW SENSOR
With CONSULT-III
1. Install all removed parts.
2. Check “MASS AIR FLOW” in “DATA MONITOR” mode with CONSULT-III.
For specification, refer to EC-414, "
Mass Air Flow Sensor".
With GST
1. Install all removed parts.
2. Check mass air flow sensor signal in Service $01 with GST.
For specification, refer to EC-414, "
Mass Air Flow Sensor".
Is the measurement value within the specification?
YES >> GO TO 7.
NO >> Check connectors for rusted terminals or loose connections in the mass air flow sensor circuit or
ground. Refer to EC-150, "
Diagnosis Procedure".
7.CHECK FUNCTION OF FUEL INJECTOR
With CONSULT-III
1. Start engine.
2. Perform “POWER BALANCE” in “ACTIVE TEST” mode with CONSULT-III.
DTCA/F sensor 1 ECM
Continuity
Bank Connector Terminal Connector Terminal
P0171 1 F271
F845
Existed 249
P0174 2 F64153
257
DTCA/F sensor 1 ECM
Ground Continuity
Bank Connector Terminal Connector Terminal
P0171 1 F271
F845
Ground Not existed 249
P0174 2 F64153
257
At idling: Approximately 350 kPa (3.50 bar, 3.57 kg/cm2, 51 psi)
EC-204
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P0172, P0175 FUEL INJECTION SYSTEM FUNCTION
6. Also check harness for short to power.
Is the inspection result normal?
YES >> GO TO 4.
NO >> Repair open circuit, short to ground or short to power in harness or connectors.
4.CHECK FUEL PRESSURE
1. Release fuel pressure to zero. Refer to EC-411, "
Inspection".
2. Install fuel pressure gauge and check fuel pressure. Refer to EC-411, "
Inspection".
Is the inspection result normal?
YES >> GO TO 5.
NO >> Replace “fuel filter and fuel pump assembly”.
5.CHECK MASS AIR FLOW SENSOR
With CONSULT-III
1. Install all removed parts.
2. Check “MASS AIR FLOW” in “DATA MONITOR” mode with CONSULT-III.
For specification, refer to EC-414, "
Mass Air Flow Sensor".
With GST
1. Install all removed parts.
2. Check mass air flow sensor signal in “Service $01” with GST.
For specification, refer to EC-414, "
Mass Air Flow Sensor".
Is the measurement value within the specification?
YES >> GO TO 6.
NO >> Check connectors for rusted terminals or loose connections in the mass air flow sensor circuit or
ground. Refer to EC-150, "
Diagnosis Procedure".
6.CHECK FUNCTION OF FUEL INJECTOR
With CONSULT-III
1. Start engine.
2. Perform “POWER BALANCE” in “ACTIVE TEST” mode with CONSULT-III.
3. Check that each circuit produces a momentary engine speed drop.
With GST
1. Let engine idle.
2. Listen to each fuel injector operating sound.
Is the inspection result normal?
YES >> GO TO 7.
NO >> Perform trouble diagnosis for FUEL INJECTOR, refer to
EC-334, "
Diagnosis Procedure".
7.CHECK FUEL INJECTOR
1. Remove fuel injector assembly. Refer to EM-44, "
Removal and Installation".
DTCA/F sensor 1 ECM
Ground Continuity
Bank Connector Terminal Connector Terminal
P0172 1 F271
F845
Ground Not existed 249
P0175 2 F64153
257
At idling: Approximately 350 kPa (3.50 bar, 3.57 kg/cm2, 51 psi)
PBIB3332E
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P0300, P0301, P0302, P0303, P0304, P0305, P0306 MISFIRE
7.CHECK SPARK PLUG
Check the initial spark plug for fouling, etc.
Is the inspection result normal?
YES >> Replace spark plug(s) with standard type one(s). For
spark plug type, refer to EM-136, "
Spark Plug".
NO >> Repair or clean spark plug. Then GO TO 8.
8.CHECK FUNCTION OF IGNITION COIL-III
1. Reconnect the initial spark plugs.
2. Crank engine for about 3 seconds, and recheck whether spark is generated between the spark plug and
the grounded portion.
Is the inspection result normal?
YES >> INSPECTION END
NO >> Replace spark plug(s) with standard type one(s). For spark plug type, refer to EM-136, "
Spark
Plug".
9.CHECK COMPRESSION PRESSURE
Check compression pressure. Refer to EM-22, "
Inspection".
Is the inspection result normal?
YES >> GO TO 10.
NO >> Check pistons, piston rings, valves, valve seats and cylinder head gaskets.
10.CHECK FUEL PRESSURE
1. Install all removed parts.
2. Release fuel pressure to zero. Refer to EC-411, "
Inspection".
3. Install fuel pressure gauge and check fuel pressure. Refer to EC-411, "
Inspection".
Is the inspection result normal?
YES >> GO TO 12.
NO >> GO TO 11.
11 .DETECT MALFUNCTIONING PART
Check fuel hoses and fuel tubes for clogging.
Is the inspection result normal?
YES >> Replace “fuel filter and fuel pump assembly”.
NO >> Repair or replace malfunctioning part.
12.CHECK IGNITION TIMING
Check idle speed and ignition timing.
For procedure, refer to EC-11, "
BASIC INSPECTION : Special Repair Requirement".
For specification, refer to EC-414, "
Idle Speed" and EC-414, "Ignition Timing".
Is the inspection result normal?
YES >> GO TO 13.
NO >> Follow the EC-11, "
BASIC INSPECTION : Special Repair Requirement".
13.CHECK A/F SENSOR 1 INPUT SIGNAL CIRCUIT
1. Turn ignition switch OFF.
SEF156I
Spark should be generated.
At idle: Approximately 350 kPa (3.50 bar, 3.57 kg/cm
2, 51 psi)
ENGINE CONTROL SYSTEM SYMPTOMS
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1 - 6: The numbers refer to the order of inspection.Va l v e
mecha-
nismTiming chain
55555 55 5EM-65
CamshaftEM-84
Intake valve timing controlEM-65
Intake valve
3EM-97
Exhaust valve
Exhaust Exhaust manifold/Tube/Muffler/
Gasket
55555 55 5EM-34
, EX-
4Three way catalyst
Lubrica-
tionOil pan/Oil strainer/Oil pump/Oil
filter/Oil gallery/Oil cooler
55555 55 5LU-7
, LU-
10, LU-11,
LU-13
Oil level (Low)/Filthy oilLU-7
Cooling
Radiator/Hose/Radiator filler cap
55555 55 45CO-12,
CO-12
Thermostat 5CO-23
Water pumpCO-18
Water galleryCO-2
Cooling fan
5CO-16
Coolant level (Low)/Contaminat-
ed coolantCO-8
NVIS (NISSAN Vehicle Immobilizer System —
NATS)11SEC-14
SYMPTOM
Reference
page
HARD/NO START/RESTART (EXCP. HA)
ENGINE STALL
HESITATION/SURGING/FLAT SPOT
SPARK KNOCK/DETONATION
LACK OF POWER/POOR ACCELERATION
HIGH IDLE/LOW IDLE
ROUGH IDLE/HUNTING
IDLING VIBRATION
SLOW/NO RETURN TO IDLE
OVERHEATS/WATER TEMPERATURE HIGH
EXCESSIVE FUEL CONSUMPTION
EXCESSIVE OIL CONSUMPTION
BATTERY DEAD (UNDER CHARGE)
Warranty symptom code AA AB AC AD AE AF AG AH AJ AK AL AM HA
FUEL PRESSURE
EC-411
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ON-VEHICLE MAINTENANCE
FUEL PRESSURE
InspectionINFOID:0000000003856884
FUEL PRESSURE RELEASE
With CONSULT-III
1. Turn ignition switch ON.
2. Perform “FUEL PRESSURE RELEASE” in “WORK SUPPORT” mode with CONSULT-III.
3. Start engine.
4. After engine stalls, crank it 2 or 3 times to release all fuel pressure.
5. Turn ignition switch OFF.
Without CONSULT-III
1. Remove fuel pump fuse located in IPDM E/R.
2. Start engine.
3. After engine stalls, crank it 2 or 3 times to release all fuel pressure.
4. Turn ignition switch OFF.
5. Reinstall fuel pump fuse after servicing fuel system.
FUEL PRESSURE CHECK
CAUTION:
Before disconnecting fuel line, release fuel pressure from fuel line to eliminate danger.
NOTE:
Prepare pans or saucers under the disconnected fuel line because the fuel may spill out. The fuel
pressure cannot be completely released because J32 models do not have fuel return system.
Be careful not to scratch or get the fuel hose connection area dirty when servicing, so that the quick
connector o-ring maintains seal ability.
1. Release fuel pressure to zero.
2. Remove fuel hose using Quick Connector Release.
Do not twist or kink fuel hose because it is plastic hose.
Keep fuel hose connections clean.
3. Install Fuel pressure adapter (B) and Fuel pressure gauge (A)
as shown in figure.
Do not distort or bend fuel rail tube when installing fuel pres-
sure gauge adapter.
When reconnecting fuel hose, check the original fuel hose for
damage and abnormality.
4. Turn ignition switch ON (reactivate fuel pump) and check for fuel
leakage.
5. Start engine and check for fuel leakage.
6. Read the indication of fuel pressure gauge kit.
During fuel pressure check, check for fuel leakage from fuel
connection every 3 minutes.
7. If result is unsatisfactory, go to next step.
8. Check the following.
Fuel hoses and fuel tubes for clogging
Fuel filter for clogging
Fuel pump
Fuel pressure regulator for clogging
9. If OK, replace fuel pressure regulator.
If NG, repair or replace malfunctioning part.
At idling
: Approximately 350 kPa (3.5 bar, 3.57 kg/cm2, 51 psi)
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CONTENTS
ENGINE MECHANICAL
SYMPTOM DIAGNOSIS ...............................3
NOISE, VIBRATION AND HARSHNESS
(NVH) TROUBLESHOOTING .............................
3
NVH Troubleshooting - Engine Noise .......................3
Use the Chart Below to Help You Find the Cause
of the Symptom .........................................................
4
PRECAUTION ...............................................5
PRECAUTIONS ...................................................5
Precaution for Procedure without Cowl Top Cover ......5
Precaution for Supplemental Restraint System
(SRS) "AIR BAG" and "SEAT BELT PRE-TEN-
SIONER" ...................................................................
5
Precaution Necessary for Steering Wheel Rota-
tion after Battery Disconnect .....................................
5
Precaution for Drain Engine Coolant and Engine
Oil ..............................................................................
6
Precaution for Disconnecting Fuel Piping .................6
Precaution for Removal and Disassembly ................6
Precaution for Inspection, Repair and Replace-
ment ..........................................................................
6
Precaution for Assembly and Installation ..................6
Precaution for Angle Tightening ................................6
Precaution for Liquid Gasket .....................................7
PREPARATION ............................................8
PREPARATION ...................................................8
Special Service Tool .................................................8
Commercial Service Tool ..........................................9
ON-VEHICLE MAINTENANCE ....................12
DRIVE BELT .......................................................12
Exploded View ........................................................12
Checking .................................................................12
Tension Adjustment ................................................12
Removal and Installation .........................................12
AIR CLEANER FILTER ......................................14
Removal and Installation .........................................14
SPARK PLUG ...................................................15
Exploded View .........................................................15
Removal and Installation .........................................15
Inspection ................................................................16
CAMSHAFT VALVE CLEARANCE ..................17
Inspection and Adjustment ......................................17
COMPRESSION PRESSURE ...........................22
Inspection ................................................................22
ON-VEHICLE REPAIR .................................24
ENGINE COVER ...............................................24
Exploded View .........................................................24
Removal and Installation .........................................24
DRIVE BELT AUTO TENSIONER AND IDLER
PULLEY .............................................................
25
Exploded View .........................................................25
Removal and Installation .........................................25
AIR CLEANER AND AIR DUCT .......................26
Exploded View .........................................................26
Removal and Installation .........................................26
Inspection ................................................................27
INTAKE MANIFOLD COLLECTOR ..................28
Exploded View .........................................................28
Removal and Installation .........................................29
INTAKE MANIFOLD .........................................32
Exploded View .........................................................32
Removal and Installation .........................................32
Inspection ................................................................33
EXHAUST MANIFOLD AND THREE WAY
CATALYST ........................................................
34
Exploded View .........................................................34
Removal and Installation .........................................34
Inspection ................................................................37
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CAMSHAFT
b. Disconnect ignition coil and injector harness connectors. Refer to EM-49, "Exploded View" and EM-44,
"Exploded View".
3. Remove intake valve timing control solenoid valve. Refer to EM-79, "
Exploded View".
4. Crank engine, and then check that engine oil comes out from
intake valve timing control solenoid valve hole (A). End crank
after checking.
WARNING:
Be careful not to touch rotating parts. (drive belt, idler pul-
ley, and crankshaft pulley, etc.)
CAUTION:
Prevent splashing by using a shop cloth so as to prevent
the worker from injury from engine oil and so as to prevent engine oil contamination.
Prevent splashing by using a shop cloth so as to prevent engine oil from being splashed to
engine and vehicle. Especially, be careful no to apply engine oil to rubber parts of drive belt,
engine mounting insulator, etc. Wipe engine oil off immediately if it is splashed.
5. Perform the following inspection if engine oil does not come out from intake valve timing control solenoid
valve oil hole of the cylinder head.
Remove oil filter, and then clean it. Refer to LU-10, "
Removal and Installation".
Clean oil groove between oil strainer and intake valve timing control solenoid valve. Refer to LU-2,
"EngineLubricationSystem".
6. Remove components between intake valve timing control solenoid valve and camshaft sprocket (INT),
and then check each oil groove for clogging.
Clean oil groove if necessary. Refer to LU-2, "
EngineLubricationSystem".
7. After inspection, install removed parts in the reverse order.
Inspection for Leakage
The following are procedures for checking fluids leak, lubricates leak. Before starting engine, check oil/fluid levels including engine coolant and engine oil. If less than required
quantity, fill to the specified level. Refer to MA-11, "
Fluids and Lubricants".
Use procedure below to check for fuel leakage.
- Turn ignition switch “ON” (with engine stopped). With fuel pressure applied to fuel piping, check for fuel leak-
age at connection points.
- Start engine. With engine speed increased, check again for fuel leakage at connection points.
Run engine to check for unusual noise and vibration.
NOTE:
If hydraulic pressure inside timing chain tensioner drops after removal/installation, slack in the guide may
generate a pounding noise during and just after engine start. However, this is normal. Noise will stop after
hydraulic pressure rises.
Warm up engine thoroughly to check there is no leakage of fuel, or any oil/fluids including engine oil and
engine coolant.
Bleed air from lines and hoses of applicable lines, such as in cooling system.
After cooling down engine, again check oil/fluid levels including engine oil and engine coolant. Refill to the
specified level, if necessary.
Summary of the inspection items:
*: Transmission/transaxle/CVT fluid, power steering fluid, brake fluid, etc.1 : Valve timing control cover (bank 2)
: Engine front
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Items Before starting engine Engine running After engine stopped
Engine coolant Level Leakage Level
Engine oil Level Leakage Level
Other oils and fluid* Level Leakage Level
Fuel Leakage Leakage Leakage