ENGINE MAINTENANCE (MR18DE)
MA-33
< SERVICE INFORMATION >
C
D E
F
G H
I
J
K
M A
B MA
N
O P
3. Loosen oil filler cap (1) and then remove drain plug (2).
• Oil filter (3)
• : Engine front
4. Drain engine oil.
5. Install drain plug (2) with new washer. Refer to EM-147, " Com-
ponent " .
CAUTION:
Be sure to clean drain plug (2 ) and install with new washer.
6. Refill with new engine oil. Refer to MA-14 .
CAUTION:
• The refill capacity depends on the engine oil temperature
and drain time. Use these sp ecifications for reference
only.
• Always use oil level gauge to determine the proper amount of engine oil in the engine.
7. Warm up engine and check area around drain plug (2) and oil fil- ter (3) for engine oil leakage.
8. Stop engine and wait for 10 minutes.
9. Check the engine oil level. Refer to MA-30, " ENGINE OIL :
Inspection " .
OIL FILTER
OIL FILTER : Remova l and Installation INFOID:0000000004683696
REMOVAL 1. Remove oil filter using Tool (A). • : Front
WARNING:
• Be careful not to get burned when engine and engine oil
may be hot.
CAUTION:
• Oil filter is provided with relief valve. Use Genuine NISSAN Oil Filter or equivalent.
• When removing, prepare a s hop cloth to absorb any
engine oil leakage or spillage.
• Do not spill engine oil on drive belt.
• Completely wipe off any engine oil that spills on engine and vehicle.
INSTALLATION 1. Remove foreign materials adhering to the oil filter installation surface.
2. Apply new engine oil to the oil seal contact surface of new oil fil- ter. PBIC3915E
Tool number : KV10115801 (J-38956)
PBIC3818E
SMA010
MA-38< SERVICE INFORMATION >
CHASSIS AND BODY MAINTENANCE
CVT FLUID : Checking CVT Fluid (RE0F08A) INFOID:0000000004803426
FLUID LEVEL CHECK
Fluid level should be checked with the fluid warmed up to 50 ° to 80 °C (122 ° to 176 °F).
1. Check for fluid leakage.
2. With the engine warmed up, drive the vehicle to warm up the CVT fluid. When ambient temperature is 20 °C (68 °F), it takes
about 10 minutes for the CVT fluid to warm up to 50 ° to 80 °C
(122 ° to 176 °F).
3. Park the vehicle on a level surface and set the parking brake.
4. With engine at idle, while depressing brake pedal, move the selector lever throughout the entire shift range and return it to
the “P” position.
5. Press the tab on the CVT fluid level gauge to release the lock and pull out the CVT fluid level gauge from the CVT fluid charg-
ing pipe.
6. Wipe fluid off the CVT fluid level gauge. Then rotate the CVT fluid level gauge 180 ° and re-insert it into the CVT charging pipe
as far as it will go.
CAUTION:
Always use lint free paper towels to wipe fluid off the CVT
fluid level gauge.
7. Remove the CVT fluid level gauge and check that the fluid level is within the specified range as shown. If the fluid level is at or
below the low side of the range, add the necessary specified
NISSAN CVT fluid through the CVT charging pipe.
CAUTION:
• Only use specified NISSAN CVT fluid.
• Do not overfill the CVT.
8. Install the CVT fluid level gauge to the CVT fluid charging pipe until it locks. CAUTION:
When CVT fluid level gauge is in stalled into the CVT fluid charging pipe, make sure that the CVT
fluid level gauge is securely locked in place.
FLUID CONDITION CHECK SMA146B
SCIA1933E
SCIA1931E
Fluid grade: Refer to
MA-14, " Fluids and Lubri-
cants " .
SCIA1932E
MA
N
O P
Do not overfill.
4. Drive vehicle for approximately 5 minutes.
5. Re-check A/T fluid level at A/T fluid temperatures of 50° to 80 °C (122 ° to 176 °F) using “HOT” range on A/
T fluid level gauge.
CAUTION:
• When wiping the A/T fluid level gauge, always use lint-free cloth.
• Firmly fix the A/T fluid level ga uge to the A/T fluid charging pipe using the stopper attached.
6. Check A/T fluid condition and make any necessary repairs. Refer to AT-51, " Inspections Before Trouble
Diagnosis " . If the A/T fluid contains frictional material (clu
tches, bands, etc.), or if the A/T is repaired, over-
hauled, or replaced, inspect and clean the A/T fluid cooler mounted in the radiator. Refer to AT-18, " A/T
Fluid Cooler Cleaning " .
7. Install the removed A/T fluid level gauge into the A/T fluid charging pipe. CAUTION:
Firmly fix the A/T fluid level gaug e to the A/T fluid charging pipe using the stopper attached.
A/T FLUID : Changing A/T Fluid INFOID:0000000004803431
1. Warm up A/T fluid.
2. Stop engine.
3. Drain A/T fluid by removing the drain plug. Re install the drain plug to the specified torque.
CAUTION:
Do not reuse drain plug gasket.
4. Refill the transaxle with new specified A/T fluid th rough the A/T fluid charging pipe. Always refill the tran-
saxle with the same volume of A/T fluid that was drained out.
5. Run engine at idle speed for 5 minutes.
6. Check A/T fluid level and condition. Refer to MA-44, " A/T FLUID : Checking A/T Fluid " .
WHEELS
WHEELS : Balancing Wheels INFOID:0000000004683837
Adjust wheel balance using road wheel center.
CAUTION:
• Be careful not to scratch th e road wheel during removal.
• Use clip-on type wheel balance weights only.
Wheel balance (Maximum allowable unbalance): Drain plug: Refer to
AT-236, " Component " .
Fluid grade and capacity: Refer to MA-14 .
Maximum allowable unbalance Dynamic (At rim flange) Less than 5 g (0.18 oz) (one side)
Static (At rim flange) Less than 10 g (0.35 oz)
MTC
N
O P
Be certain that the service hoses display the markings described
(colored hose with black stripe). All hoses must include positive shut-
off devices (either manual or aut omatic) near the end of the hoses
opposite the manifold gauge.
SERVICE COUPLERS Never attempt to connect HFC-134a (R-134a) service couplers to a
CFC-12 (R-12) A/C system. T he HFC-134a (R-134a) couplers will
not properly connect to the CFC-12 (R-12) system. However, if an
improper connection is attempted, discharging and contamination
may occur.
REFRIGERANT WEIGHT SCALE Verify that no refrigerant other than HFC-134a (R-134a) and speci-
fied oils have been used with the scale. If the scale controls refriger-
ant flow electronically, the hose fitting must be 1/2 ″-16 ACME.
CHARGING CYLINDER Using a charging cylinder is not re commended. Refrigerant may be vented into air from cylinder’s top valve
when filling the cylinder with refrigerant. Also, the accura cy of the cylinder is generally less than that of an
electronic scale or of quality recycle/recharge equipment.
Precaution for Leak Detection Dye INFOID:0000000004307049
• The A/C system contains a fluorescent leak detection dy e used for locating refrigerant leaks. An ultraviolet
(UV) lamp is required to illuminate the dye when inspecting for leaks.
• Always wear fluorescence enhancing UV safety goggles to protect your eyes and enhance the visibility of
the fluorescent dye.
• The fluorescent dye leak detector is not a replacement for an electronic refrigerant leak detector. The fluo-
rescent dye leak detector should be used in conjunction with an electronic refrigerant leak detector to pin-
point refrigerant leaks.
• For your safety and your customer’s satisfaction, read and follow all manufacture’s operating instructions
and precautions prior to performing the work.
• A compressor shaft seal should not be repaired because of dye seepage. The compressor shaft seal should
only be repaired after confirming the leak with an electronic refrigerant leak detector.
• Always remove any remaining dye from the leak area after repairs are complete to avoid a misdiagnosis dur- ing a future service.
• Do not allow dye to come into contact with paint ed body panels or interior components. If dye is spilled,
clean immediately with the approved dye cleaner. Fluores cent dye left on a surface for an extended period of
time cannot be removed. RHA274D
MTC
N
O P
Testing must be performed as follows:
TEST READING Recirculating-to-discharge Air Temperature Table
Ambient Air Temperature-to-operating Pressure Table
*1: With blower control dial in the "1" position
*2: With blower control dial in the "4" position.
TROUBLE DIAGNOSIS FOR ABNORMAL PRESSURE Whenever system’s high and/or low side pressure(s) is /are abnormal, diagnose using a manifold gauge. The
marker above the gauge scale in the following tables indicates the standard (usual) pressure range. Since the
standard (usual) pressure, however, differs from vehicle to vehicle, refer to above table (Ambient air tempera-
ture-to-operating pressure table). Vehicle condition Indoors or in the shade (in a well-ventilated place)
Doors Closed
Door window Open
Hood Open
TEMP. Max. COLD
Mode control dial (Ventilation) set
Intake door lever (Recirculation) set
Blower speed Max. speed set
Engine speed Idle speed
Operate the air conditioning system for 10 minutes before taking measurements. Inside air (Recirculating air) at blower assembly inlet
Discharge air temperature at center ventilator
°C ( °F)
Relative humidity
% Air temperature
°C ( °F)
50 - 60 20 (68) 7.2 - 9.1 (45 - 48)
25 (77) 11.4 - 13.8 (53 - 57)
30 (86) 15.5 - 18.4 (60 - 65)
35 (95) 20.3 - 23.7 (69 - 75)
60 - 70 20 (68) 9.1 - 10.9 (48 - 52)
25 (77) 13.8 - 16.2 (57 - 61)
30 (86) 18.4 - 21.3 (65 - 70)
35 (95) 23.7 - 27.1 (75 - 81) Ambient air
High-pressure (Discharge side)
kPa (bar, kg/cm 2
, psi) Low-pressure (Suction side)
kPa (bar, kg/cm 2
, psi)
Relative humidity
% Air temperature
°C ( °F)
50 - 70 20 (68)
843 - 1,036 *1
(11.08 - 13.63, 8.6 - 10.6, 122 - 150) 159.0 - 194.0
(1.59 - 1.94, 1.62 - 1.98, 23.1 - 28.1)
25 (77) 1,094 - 1,338 *1
(10.94 - 13.38, 11.2 - 13.6, 159 - 194) 196.3 - 240.0
(1.96 - 2.40, 2.00 - 2.45, 28.5 - 34.8)
30 (86) 1,298 - 1,590 *1
(12.98 - 15.90, 13.2 - 16.2, 188 - 231) 248.0 - 302.7
(2.48 - 3.03, 2.53 - 3.09, 36.0 - 43.9)
35 (95) 1,383 - 1,688 *2
(13.83 - 16.88, 14.1 - 17.2, 201 - 245) 308.8 - 377.4
(3.09 - 3.77, 3.15 - 3.85, 44.8 - 54.7)
40 (104) 1,628 - 1,988 *2
(16.28 - 19.88, 16.6 - 20.3, 236 - 288) 377.4 - 461.2
(3.77 - 4.61, 3.85 - 4.70, 54.7 - 66.8)
MTC
N
O P
Both High- and Low-pressure Sides are Too Low
Low-pressure Side Some times Becomes Negative
Low-pressure Side Becomes Negative Gauge indication Refrigerant cycle Probable cause Corrective action
Both high- and low-pressure
sides are too low. • There is a big temperature dif-
ference between liquid tank
outlet and inlet. Outlet tem-
perature is extremely low.
• Liquid tank inlet and expan- sion valve are frosted. Liquid tank inside is slightly
clogged. • Replace liquid tank.
• Check oil for contamination.
• Temperature of expansion valve inlet is extremely low as
compared with areas near liq-
uid tank.
• Expansion valve inlet may be
frosted.
• Temperature difference oc- curs somewhere in high-pres-
sure side. High-pressure pipe located be-
tween liquid tank and expansion
valve is clogged. • Check and repair malfunc-
tioning parts.
• Check oil for contamination.
Expansion valve and liquid tank
are warm or only cool when
touched. Low refrigerant charge.
↓
Leaking fittings or components Check refrigerant for leaks.
Refer to MTC-86, " Checking of
Refrigerant Leaks " .
There is a big temperature dif-
ference between expansion
valve inlet and outlet while the
valve itself is frosted. Expansion valve closes a little
compared with the specification.
↓
1. Improper expansion valve
adjustment.
2. Malfunctioning expansion valve.
3. Outlet and inlet may be clogged. • Remove foreign particles by
using compressed air.
• Replace expansion valve.
• Check oil for contamination.
An area of the low-pressure pipe
is colder than areas near the
evaporator outlet. Low-pressure pipe is clogged or
crushed. • Check and repair malfunc-
tioning parts.
• Check oil for contamination.
Air flow volume is not enough or
is too low. Evaporator is frozen.• Check thermo control amp.
Refer to MTC-37, " Magnet
Clutch Circuit (If Equipped) "
.
• Replace compressor.
• Repair evaporator fins.
• Replace evaporator.
• Refer to MTC-33, " Front
Blower Motor Circuit " .
MTC
N
O P
Check all around the service valves. Ensure service valve caps are secured on the service valves (to
prevent leaks).
NOTE:
After removing A/C manifold gauge set from service va lves, wipe any residue from valves to prevent any
false readings by leak detector.
• Cooling unit (Evaporator)
With engine OFF, turn blower fan on “High” for at least 15 seconds to dissipate any refrigerant trace in
the cooling unit. Wait a minimum of 10 minutes ac cumulation time (refer to the manufacturer’s recom-
mended procedure for actual wait time) before inserting the leak detector probe into the drain hose.
Keep the probe inserted for at least 10 seconds. Use c aution not to contaminate the probe tip with water
or dirt that may be in the drain hose.
5. If a leak detector detects a leak, verify at least once by blowing compressed air into area of suspected
leak, then repeat check as outlined above.
6. Do not stop when one leak is found. Continue to check for additional leaks at all system components.
If no leaks are found, perform steps 7-10.
7. Start engine.
8. Set the heater A/C control as follows;
a. A/C switch: ON
b. Mode control dial position: VENT (Ventilation)
c. Intake door lever position: Recirculation
d. Max. cold temperature
e. Fan speed: High
9. Run engine at 1,500 rpm for at least 2 minutes.
10. Turn engine off and perform leak check again following steps 4 through 6 above.
Refrigerant leaks should be chec ked immediately after stopping
the engine. Begin with the leak detector at the compressor. The
pressure on the high-pressure side will gradually drop after
refrigerant circulation stops and pressure on the low-pressure
side will gradually rise, as shown in the graph. Some leaks are
more easily detected when pressure is high.
11. Before connecting recovery/recycling equipment to vehicle, check recovery/recycling equipment gauges. No refrigerant
pressure should be displayed. If pressure is displayed, recover
refrigerant from equipment lines.
12. Discharge A/C system using approved refrigerant reco very/recycling equipment. Repair the leaking fitting
or component if necessary.
13. Evacuate and recharge A/C system and perform the l eak test to confirm no refrigerant leaks.
14. Perform A/C performance test to ensure system works properly.