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ENGINE MAINTENANCE
4. Install the Tool by installing the radiator cap adapter onto theradiator neck opening. Then attach the gauge body assembly
with the refill tube and the venturi assembly to the radiator cap
adapter.
5. Insert the refill hose into the coolant mixture container that is placed at floor level. Make sure the ball valve is in the closed
position.
• Use Genuine NISSAN Long Life Anti-freeze coolant or equiva-
lent, mixed 50/50 with distilled water or demineralized water.
Refer to MA-12, "
Fluids and Lubricants".
6. Install an air hose to the venturi assembly, the air pressure must be within specification.
CAUTION:
The compressed air supply must be equipped with an air
dryer.
7. The vacuum gauge will begin to rise and there will be an audible hissing noise. During this process open the ball valve on the refill hose slightly. Coolant will be vi sible rising in the refill hose. Once the refill hose is
full of coolant, close the ball valve. This will purge any air trapped in the refill hose.
8. Continue to draw the vacuum until the gauge reaches 28 inches of vacuum. The gauge may not reach 28 inches in high altitude
locations, use the vacuum specifications based on the altitude
above sea level.
9. When the vacuum gauge has reached the specifi ed amount, disconnect the air hose and wait 20 seconds
to see if the system loses any vacuum. If the vacuum level drops, perform any necessary repairs to the
system and repeat steps 6 - 8 to bring the vacuum to the specified amount. Recheck for any leaks.
10. Place the coolant container (with the refill hose insert ed) at the same level as the top of the radiator. Then
open the ball valve on the refill hose so the coolant will be drawn up to fill the cooling system. The cooling
system is full when the vacuum gauge reads zero.
CAUTION:
Do not allow the coolant container to get too low when filling, to avoid air from being drawn into
the cooling system.
11. Remove the Tool from the radiator neck opening and install the radiator cap.
12. Remove the non-vented reservoir cap.
13. Fill the cooling system reservoir tank to the specif ied level. Run the engine to warm up the cooling system
and top up the system as necessary before installing the vented reservoir cap.
FLUSHING COOLING SYSTEM
1. Drain the water from the engine cooling system. Tool number
: KV991J0070 (J-45695)
Cooling system capacity
(with reservoir) : Refer to
MA-12, "
Fluids
and Lubricants".
Compressed air
supply pressure : 549 - 824 kPa (5.6 - 8.4 kg/cm
2,
80 - 119 psi)
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Altitude above sea level Vacuum gauge reading
0 - 100 m (328 ft) : 28 inches of vacuum
300 m (984 ft) : 27 inches of vacuum
500 m (1,641 ft) : 26 inches of vacuum
1,000 m (3,281 ft) : 24 - 25 inches of vacuum
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2. Fill the radiator and the reservoir tank (to the “MAX”
line), with water. Reinstall the radiator cap and leave
the vented reservoir cap off.
3. Run the engine until it reaches normal operating temperature.
4. Press the engine accelerator two or three times under no-load.
5. Stop the engine and wait until it cools down.
6. Drain the water from the engine cooling system.
7. Repeat steps 2 through 6 until clear water begins to drain from the radiator.
Checking Fuel LineINFOID:0000000004215533
Inspect fuel lines, fuel filler cap and fuel tank for improper attach-
ment, leaks, cracks, damage, loos e connections, chafing or deterio-
ration.
If necessary, repair or replace damaged parts.
Changing Fuel FilterINFOID:0000000003776989
The fuel filter is part of the fuel level sensor unit, fuel filter and fuel pump assembly. Refer to FL-7, "Removal
and Installation" .
WARNING:
Before replacing the fuel filter, release the fuel pressure from the fuel system. Refer to EC-487, "
Fuel
Pressure Check".
Changing Engine Air Cleaner FilterINFOID:0000000004215529
REMOVAL
NOTE:
• The viscous paper type filter does not need cleaning between replacement intervals.
• Replace the air filter as necessary for periodic maintenance. Refer to MA-8, "
Introduction of Periodic Mainte-
nance".
SMA803A
1. Air cleaner case (lower)2. Air cleaner filter3. Air cleaner case (upper)
4. Air duct and resonator assembly Front
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ENGINE MAINTENANCE
1. Remove the air cleaner case (upper).
2. Remove the air cleaner filter from the air cleaner case (lower).
INSTALLATION
1. Install the new air cleaner filter in the air cleaner case (lower).
2. Install the air cleaner case (upper).
Changing Engine OilINFOID:0000000004215531
WARNING:
• 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 di rect skin contact with used
engine oil. If skin contact is made, wash thoroughly with soap
or hand cleaner as soon as possible.
1. Remove engine front undercover using power tool.
2. Warm up engine, and check for oil leakage from engine compo- nents. Refer to LU-8, "
Inspection".
3. Stop engine and wait for 10 minutes.
4. Loosen oil filler cap, then remove drain plug.
5. Drain engine oil.
6. Install drain plug with new washer. CAUTION:
• Be sure to clean drain plug and install with new washer.
7. Refill with new engine oil. Refer to MA-12, "
Fluids and Lubricants".
Engine oil capacity (Approximate):
Unit: (US qt, Imp qt)
CAUTION:
• The refill capacity depends on the engine oil temperature and drain time. Use these specifica-
tions for reference only.
• Always use the oil level gauge to determine when the proper amount of engine oil is in the engine.
8. Warm up engine and check area around drain plug and oil filter for oil leakage.
9. Stop engine and wait for 10 minutes.
10. Check engine oil level. Refer to LU-8, "
Inspection".
Changing Oil FilterINFOID:0000000004215532
REMOVAL
1. Drain the engine oil. Refer to LU-9, "Changing Engine Oil".
2. Remove the oil filter using Tool.
WARNING:
Be careful not to get burned when the engine and engine oil
are hot.
CAUTION:
• The oil filter is provided with a relief valve.
• Use Genuine NISSAN oil filter or equivalent.Oil pan drain plug : 34.3 N·m (3.5 kg-m, 25 ft-lb)
KBIA2498E
Drain and refill
With oil filter change
6.5 (6 7/8, 5-3/4)
Without oil filter change 6.2 (6-1/2, 5-1/2)
Dry engine (engine overhaul) 7.6 (8, 6-3/4)
Tool number : KV10115801 (J-38956)
WBIA0388E
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• When removing, prepare a shop cloth to ab
sorb any engine oil leakage or spillage.
• Do not allow engine oil to adhere to the drive belts.
• Completely wipe off any engine oil that adheres to the engine and the vehicle.
INSTALLATION
1. Remove foreign materials adhering to the oil filter installation surface.
2. Apply engine oil to the oil seal circumference of the new oil filter.
3. Screw the oil filter manually until it touches the installation sur-
face, then tighten it by 2/3 turn. Or tighten to specification.
4. Refill the engine with new engine oil. Refer to LU-9, "
Changing
Engine Oil".
5. Inspect the engine for oil leakage. Follow the "INSPECTION AFTER INSTALLATION" procedure.
INSPECTION AFTER INSTALLATION
1. Check the engine oil level. Refer to LU-8, "Inspection".
2. Start the engine and check for engine oil leakage.
3. Stop the engine and wait for 10 minutes.
4. Check the engine oil level and add engine oil as required.
Changing Spark PlugsINFOID:0000000004215530
SMA010
Oil filter : 17.7 N·m (1.8 kg-m, 13 ft-lb)
SMA229B
1. Ignition coil 2. Spark plug
WBIA0796E
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MA-20
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ENGINE MAINTENANCE
REMOVAL
1. Disconnect the harness connector from the ignition coil.
2. Remove ignition coil.CAUTION:
Do not shock ig nition coil.
3. Remove spark plug using suitable tool.
INSPECTION AFTER REMOVAL
• Do not use a wire brush for cleaning.
• If plug tip is covered with carbon, spark plug cleaner may be used.
• Checking and adjusting plug gap is not required between change intervals.
INSTALLATION
Installation is in the reverse order of removal.
Spark Plug Types
*: Always check with the Parts Department for the latest parts information
CAUTION:
Do not drop or shock spark plug.
Checking EVAP Vapor LineINFOID:0000000003776994
1. Visually inspect the EVAP vapor lines for improper attachment, cracks, damage, loose connections, chaf-
ing, or deterioration.
SEM294A
Cleaner air pressure:
Less than 588 kPa (5.9 bar, 6 kg/cm
2, 85 psi)
Cleaning time: Less than 20 seconds
SMA773C
SMA806CA
Make NGK
Model Standard model
Standard type* DILFR5A-11
Gap (Nominal) 1.1 mm (0.043 in)
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2. Inspect the vacuum relief valve of the
fuel tank filler cap for clogging and sticking.
Refer to EC-489, "
How to Detect Fuel Vapor Leakage" .
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MA-22
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CHASSIS AND BODY MAINTENANCE
CHASSIS AND BODY MAINTENANCE
Changing In-cabin MicrofilterINFOID:0000000004215537
REPLACEMENT PROCEDURE
1. Remove the glove box assembly from the instrument panel. Refer to IP-17, "Removal and Installation".
2. Remove the screw and remove the in-cabin microfilter cover as shown.
3. Remove the two in-cabin microf ilters from the front heater and
cooling unit assembly housing.
4. Insert the first new in-cabin micr ofilter into the front heater and
cooling unit assembly housing and slide it over to the right.
Insert the second new in-cabin mi crofilter into the front heater
and cooling unit assembly housing as shown.
NOTE:
The in-cabin microfilters are marked with air flow arrows. The
end of the microfilter with the arro w should face the rear of the
vehicle. The arrows should point downward.
5. Install the in-cabin microfilter cover.
6. Install the glove box assembly in the instrument panel. Refer to IP-17, "
Removal and Installation".
7. Fill out the date information on the small replac ement label and attach it to the glove box lid.
Checking Exhaust SystemINFOID:0000000004215538
Check exhaust pipes, muffler and mounting for improper attachment, leaks, cracks, damage or deterioration.
• If anything is found, repair or replace damaged parts.
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LJIA0148E
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Checking the A/T Fluid (ATF)INFOID:0000000004215539
CAUTION:
If using the vehicle for towing, the A/T fluid must be replaced as specified. Refer to
MA-8, "
Introduc-
tion of Periodic Maintenance".
1. Before driving, the A/T fluid level can be checked at A/T fluid temperatures of 30 ° to 50 ° C (86 ° to 122° F) using the “COLD”
range on the A/T fluid level gauge as follows:
a. Park the vehicle on a level surface and set the parking brake.
b. Start the engine and move the A/T shift selector through each gear position. Shift the A/T shift selector into the “P” position.
c. Check the A/T fluid level with the engine idling.
d. Remove the A/T fluid level gauge and wipe it clean with a lint- free paper.
CAUTION:
When wiping the A/T fluid from the A/T fluid level gauge,
always use a lint-free paper, not a cloth.
e. Re-insert the A/T fluid level gauge into the A/T fluid charging pipe until the cap contacts the top of the A/T fluid charging pipe
as shown.
CAUTION:
To check A/T fluid level, insert th e A/T fluid level gauge until
the cap contacts the top of the A/T fluid charging pipe, with
the gauge reversed from the normal inserted position.
f. Remove the A/T fluid level gauge and note the A/T fluid level. If the A/T fluid level is at low side of range, add A/T fluid to the
transmission through the A/T fluid charging pipe.
CAUTION:
Do not overfill the tran smission with A/T fluid.
g. Install the A/T fluid level gauge and the A/T fluid level gauge bolt.
2. Warm up the engine and transmission.
3. Check for any A/T fluid leaks.
4. Drive the vehicle to increase the A/T fluid temperature to 80 ° C (176 ° F).
5. Allow the A/T fluid temperature to fall to approximately 65 °C (149° F). Use the CONSULT-III to monitor the
A/T fluid temperature as follows:
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A/T fluid level
gauge bolt : Refer to
TM-214, "Removal and Installation (2WD)" or TM-216, "Removal
and Installation (4WD)"
SCIA2899E
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