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• If items or work required are not covered by the
engine section, follow the procedures in the applica-
ble sections.
• Always use the support poin t specified for lifting.
• Use either 2-pole lift type or separate type lift as best you can. If board-on type is used for unavoid-
able reasons, support at the rear axle jacking point with a transmission jack or similar tool before
starting work, in prepar ation for the backward shif t of center of gravity.
• For supporting points fo r lifting and jacking point at rear axle, refer to GI-38, " Garage Jack and
Safety Stand and 2-Pole Lift " .
REMOVAL
Outline Remove the engine and the transaxle assembly from t he vehicle downward. Separate the engine and the tran-
saxle.
Preparation 1. Remove the hood assembly. Refer to BL-14, " Removal and Installation " .
2. Remove the cowl top cover and cowl top extension assembly. Refer to EI-22, " Removal and Installation " .
3. Release fuel pressure. Refer to EC-498, " Inspection " .
4. Drain engine coolant from radiator. Refer to CO-11, " Changing Engine Coolant " .
CAUTION:
• Perform this step when the engine is cold.
• Never spill engine coolant on drive belt.
5. Drain the transmission fluid. Refer to MT-10, " Draining " (M/T),
AT-17, " Changing A/T Fluid " (A/T).
6. Remove the following parts. • Engine undercover
• Front road wheels and tires: Refer to WT-7, " Rotation " .
• Front fender protector (RH and LH): Refer to EI-24, " Removal and Installation " .
• Battery and battery tray: Refer to SC-7, " Removal and Installation " .
• Drive belt: Refer to EM-15, " Removal and Installation " .
• Air duct and air cleaner case assembly: Refer to EM-26, " Exploded View " .
• Radiator hose (upper and lower): Refer to CO-16, " Component " .
• Disconnect cooling fan controller wiring harness.
• Remove coolant reservoir tank.
• Remove fan shroud and cooling fan assembly. Refer to CO-18, " Component (Models with A/C) " or
CO- 18, " Component (Models without A/C) " .
Engine Room LH 1. Disconnect all connections of engine harness around the engine mounting insulator (LH), and then tem- porarily secure the engine harness into the engine side.
CAUTION:
Protect connectors using a resin bag against foreign materials.
2. Remove ground cable at transaxle side.
3. Disconnect fuel feed hose at engine side. Refer to EM-34, " Exploded View " .
4. Disconnect EVAP purge hose and brake booster vacuum hose.
5. Disconnect heater hoses, and install plugs them to prevent engine coolant from draining. Refer to CO-16," Component " .
6. Disconnect control linkage from transaxle. Refer to AT-212, " Control Device Removal and Installation " (A/
T), MT-13, " Exploded View " (M/T).
7. Disconnect the clutch tube at tr ansmission side (if equipped). Refer to CL-14, " Removal and Installation " .
Engine Room RH 1. Remove ground cable between front cover and vehicle.
2. Remove generator and generator bracket; Refer to SC-25, " Removal and Installation " .
3. Remove A/C compressor with piping connected from t he engine. Temporarily secure it on the vehicle side
with a rope to avoid putting load on it. (if equipped) Refer to MTC-78, " Removal and Installation of Com-
pressor - HR16DE " .
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10. Install camshaft sprocket (EXH) (2).
NOTE:
Secure the hexagonal part (A) of camshaft (EXH) using wrench
to tighten bolt.
11. Install timing chain and related parts. Refer to EM-160 .
12. Inspect and adjust valve clearance. Refer to EM-178, " Valve Clearance " .
13. Installation of the remaining components is in the reverse order of removal.
INSPECTION AFTER INSTALLATION The following are procedures for chec king fluids leak, lubricates leak.
• Before starting engine, check oil/fluid levels incl uding engine coolant and engine oil. If less than required
quantity, fill to the specified level. Refer to GI-42, " Recommended Chemical Product and Sealant " .
• 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 make sure there is no leak age 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.
Inspection of Camshaft Sprocket (INT) Oil Groove
CAUTION:
• Perform this inspection only when DTC P0011 is detected in self-diagnostic results of CONSULT-III
and it is directed according to inspect ion procedure of EC section. Refer to EC-638, " Diagnosis Pro-
cedure " (Type 1) or
EC-1153, " Diagnosis Procedure " (Type 2).
• Check when engine is cold so as to pr event burns from the splashing engine oil.
1. Check engine oil level. Refer to LU-16, " Inspection " .
2. Perform the following procedure so as to prevent the engine from being unintentionally started while checking.
a. Remove intake manifold. Refer to EM-141, " Component " .
b. Disconnect ignition coil and in jector harness connectors.
3. Remove intake valve timing control solenoid valve. Refer to EM-160, " Component " .
1 : Camshaft sprocket (INT)
Camshaft sprocket
bolt (EXH) : 88.2 N·m (9.0 kg-m, 65 ft-lb) PBIC3454J
Item 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
Exhaust gases — Leakage —
Com-
ponent " .
• Prior to installing the upper torque rod, apply a light coat of silicone lubricant (A) to the washer facing side of the bushing inner tube as
shown.
NOTE:
• Apply silicone lubricant (A) by dabbing the outward facing tube
surface with a sponge or suitable tool.
• Do not apply excess lubricant.
• Make sure that each mounting insulator is seated properly, and tighten nuts and bolts.
• Tighten engine mounting insulator (RH) bolts in the numerical order shown.
INSPECTION AFTER INSTALLATION
Inspection for Leaks
The following are procedures for checking fluids leak, lubricates leak and exhaust gases leak.
• Before starting engine, check oil/fluid levels incl uding engine coolant and engine oil. If less than required
quantity, fill to the specified level. Refer to MA-14 .
• 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, che ck again for fuel leakage at connection points.
• Run engine to check for unusual noise and vibration.
• Warm up engine thoroughly to make sure there is no leak age of fuel, exhaust gases, or any oil/fluids includ-
ing 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. : Vehicle front
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DESCRIPTION NOTICE:
Trouble diagnoses indicate work procedures required to diagnose problems effectively. Observe the following
instructions before diagnosing.
1. Before performing trouble diagno ses, read the “Preliminary Check” , the “Symptom Chart” or the
“Work Flow”.
2. After repairs, re-check that the prob lem has been completely eliminated.
1. Union bolt 2. Copper washer 3. Brake hose
4. Cap 5. Bleed valve 6. Sliding pin bolt
7. Piston seal 8. Piston 9. Piston boot
10. Cylinder body 11. Sliding pin 12. Torque member mounting bolt
13. Washer 14. Sliding pin boot 15. Bushing
16. Torque member 17. Inner shim cover 18. Inner shim
19. Inner pad 20. Pad retainer 21. Pad wear sensor
22. Outer pad 23. Outer shim 24. Outer shim cover 1: PBC (Poly Butyl Cuprysil) grease
or silicone-based grease 2: Rubber grease : Brake fluid
Refer to GI section for additional symbol definitions.
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The maintenance items listed here should be checked periodically (e.g. each time you check the engine oil or refuel).
Seat belts
Check that all parts of the seat belt system (e.g. buckles, anchors, adjusters and
retractors) operate properly and smoothly and are installed securely. Check the
belt webbing for cuts, fraying, wear or damage. MA-50, " SEAT BELT,
BUCKLES, RETRAC-
TORS, ANCHORS AND
ADJUSTERS : Checking
Seat Belts, Buckles, Re-
tractors, Anchors and
Adjusters "
On-vehicle In-
spection and Adjust-
ment "
Inspection and
Adjustment " and
BR-20, " On Board Inspection "
On-Vehicle Ser-
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Item
Reference page
Windshield wash-
er fluid Check that there is adequate fluid in the tank. —
Engine coolant
level Check the coolant level when the engine is cold. CO-11 (HR)
CO-35 (MR)
A/C condenser,
radiator and hos-
es Check the front of the condenser and radiator and clean off any dirt, insects, leaves,
etc., that may have accumulated. Make sure the radiator hoses have no cracks, de-
formation, deterioration or loose connections. —
Brake and clutch
fluid levels Make sure that the brake and clutch fluid levels are between the “MAX” and “MIN”
lines on the reservoirs. BR-9, " On Board Inspec-
tion "
(HR)
MA-26 (MR)
Engine oil level Check the level on the dipstick after parking the vehicle on a level spot and turning
off the engine. MA-20 (HR)
MA-30 (MR)
Automatic tran-
saxle fluid level Check the level on the dipstick after putting the selector lever in “P” with the engine
idling. MA-38, " CVT FLUID :
Checking CVT Fluid
(RE0F08A) "
MA-39, " CVT FLUID :
Checking CVT Fluid
(RE0F08B) "
(HR)
MA-26 (MR)
Air cleaner filter NOTE
(2) [R]
MA-20 (HR)
MA-29 (MR)
EVAP vapor lines I*MA-25 (HR)
MA-36 (MR)
Fuel lines I*MA-29 Fuel filter
NOTE
(3) —
Engine coolant NOTE
(4) R*
MA-17 (HR)
MA-26 (MR)
Engine oil R R R R R R R R MA-20 (HR)
MA-30 (MR)
Engine oil filter (Use
genuine oil filter or
equivalent) R R R R R R R R
MA-23 (HR)
MA-33 (MR)
Spark plugs (Iridium-
tipped type) Replace every 105,000 miles (169,000 km) MA-24 (HR)
MA-34 (MR)
Intake and exhaust
valve clearance* NOTE
(5) EM-119, " Cylinder Head "
(HR)
EM-227, " Standard and
Limit " (MR)
Brake pads, rotors,
drums & linings I I I I MA-47 MA-47
Manual transaxle oil or
automatic transaxle
fluid NOTE (1) I I MA-43
(RS5F91R) MA-44
(RS6F94R)
MA-44 (A/T)
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ect or replace if necessary. L = Lubricate.
(1) If towing a trailer, using a camper or a car-top carrier, or driving on rough or muddy roads, change (not just inspect) oil (exc. LSD) at
every 30,000 miles (48,000 km) or 24 months, and change LSD gear oil every 15,000 miles (24,000 km) or 12 months.
(2) If towing a trailer, using a camper or a car-top carrier, or driving on rough or muddy roads, inspect CVT fluid deteriorati on with CON-
SULT-III every 60,000 miles (96,000 km), then change CVT fluid NS-2 if necessary. If CONSULT-III is not available, change (not just
inspect) CVT fluid NS-2 every 60,000 miles (96,000 km). Using transmission fluid other than Genuine NISSAN CVT Fluid NS-2 will
damage the CVT, which is not covered by the NISSAN new vehicle limited warranty.
(3) Refer to “Tire rotation” under the “GENERAL MAINTENANCE” heading earlier in this section.
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Emission Control System Maintenance CVT fluid NOTE (2) I I
MA-38
(RE0F08A) MA-39
(RE0F08B)
Steering gear & link-
age, axle & suspen-
sion parts I I I I
MA-48 ,
PS- 12
Tire rotation NOTE (3)
MA-46Front drive shaft boots I I I I
MA-49Exhaust system I I I I
MA-37In-cabin microfilter R R
MA-37Brake pads, rotors,
drums & linings I I I I MA-47 MA-47
Manual transaxle oil or
automatic transaxle fluid NOTE (1) I I MA-43
(RS5F91R) MA-44
(RS6F94R)
MA-44 (A/T)
CVT fluid NOTE (2) I I MA-38
(RE0F08A)
MA-39
(RE0F08B)
Steering gear & linkage,
axle & suspension parts I I I I
MA-48 ,
PS-12 Tire rotation NOTE (3)
MA-46Front drive shaft boots I I I I
MA-49Exhaust system I I I I
MA-37In-cabin microfilter R R
MA-37
(HR)
MA-26 (MR)
Air cleaner filter [R] [R] MA-20 (HR)
MA-29 (MR)
EVAP vapor lines I* I* MA-25 (HR)
MA-36 (MR)
Fuel lines I* I* MA-29Fuel filter NOTE (2)
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Engine coolant NOTE (3) R*MA-17 (HR)
MA-26 (MR)
Engine oil R R R R R R R R MA-20 (HR)
MA-30 (MR)
Engine oil filter (Use genuine
oil filter or equivalent.) R R R R R R R R MA-23 (HR)
MA-33 (MR)
Spark plugs (Iridium-tipped
type) Replace every 105,000 miles (169,000 km) MA-24 (HR)
MA-34 (MR)
Intake and exhaust valve
clearance* NOTE (4) EM-119, " Cyl-
inder Head "
(HR)
EM-227, " Stan-
dard and Limit "
(MR) Brake pads, rotors, drums & lin-
ings I I I IMA-47 MA-47
Manual transaxle oil or automatic
transaxle fluid I I I IMA-43
(RS5F91R) MA-44
(RS6F94R)
MA-44 (A/T)
CVT fluid NOTE (1) I I I I MA-38
(RE0F08A) MA-39
(RE0F08B)