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Special Service ToolINFOID:0000000006289612
Commercial Service ToolINFOID:0000000006289613
Tool number
(Kent-Moore No.)
Tool name
Description
ST25051001
(J-25695-1)
Oil pressure gauge Measuring oil pressure
Maximum measuring range:
2,452 kPa (25 kg/cm
2, 356 psi)
ST25052000
(J-25695-2)
Hose Adapting oil pressure gauge to cylinder block
K V 1 0 1111 0 0
(J-37228)
Seal cutter Removing steel oil pan and rear timing chain
case
KV10115801
(J-38956)
Oil filter wrench Removing and installing oil filter
a: 64.3 mm (2.531 in)
S-NT050
S-NT559
NT046
S-NT375
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Tool nameDescription
Tube presser Pressing the tube of liquid gasket
Power tool Loosening bolts and nuts
Deep socket Removing and installing oil pressure switch
Deep socket 26 mm
S-NT052
PBIC0190E
NT818
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ENGINE OIL
InspectionINFOID:0000000006289616
OIL LEVEL
NOTE:
Before starting engine, put vehicle horizontally and check
the engine oil level. If engine is already started, stop
it and allow 10 minutes before checking.
1. Pull out oil level gauge and wipe it clean.
2. Insert oil level gauge and check the engine oil level is within the range (A) shown in the figure.
3. If it is out of range, adjust it.
CAUTION:
Do not overfill the engine with oil.
OIL APPEARANCE
Check the engine oil for a white milky appearance or excessive contamination.
If the engine oil is milky, it is highly probable that it is contaminated with engine coolant. Repair or replace
damaged parts.
OIL LEAKAGE
Check for oil leakage around the following areas:
Oil pan
Oil pan drain plug
Oil pressure switch
Oil filter
Oil cooler
Intake valve timing control cover
Intake valve timing control solenoid valve
Front cover
Mating surface between cylinder block and cylinder head
Mating surface between cylinder head and rocker cover
Crankshaft oil seal (front and rear)
OIL PRESSURE CHECK
WARNING:
• Be careful not to burn yourself, as th e engine and engine oil may be hot.
Put the A/T shift selector in the Park “P” position.
1. Check the engine oil level.
2. Remove front under cover.
3. Disconnect the oil pressure switch (1) harness connector.
4. Remove the oil pressure switch. CAUTION:
Do not drop or shock oil pressure switch.
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5. Install the oil pressure gauge [SST: ST25051001 (J25695-1)] (A)and hose [SST: ST25052000 (J25695-2)] (B).
6. Start the engine and warm it up to normal operating temperature.
7. Check the engine oil pressure with engine running under no-load. Refer to LU-17, "
EngineOilPressure".
CAUTION:
If the difference is extreme, check the oil passages and oil pump for leaks and blockages.
8. After the inspections, install oil pressure switch as follows:
a. Remove old liquid gasket adhering to oil pressure switch and engine.
b. Apply liquid gasket and tighten oil pressure switch to the specification. Use Genuine RTV Silicone Seal ant or equivalent. Refer to GI-22, "
Recommended Chemical Prod-
ucts and Sealants".
c. After warming up engine, make sure there is no leakage of engine oil with engine running.
DrainingINFOID:0000000006289617
WARNING:
Be careful not to burn yourself, as th e engine and engine oil may be hot.
Prolonged and repeated contact with used engine oil may cause skin cancer; try to avoid direct skin
contact with used oil. If skin contact is made, wash thoroughly with soap or hand cleaner as soon as
possible.
1. Warm up the engine, and check for any oil leaks.
2. Stop the engine and wait for at least 10 minutes.
3. Remove drain plug and oil filler cap to drain the old oil.
RefillingINFOID:0000000006289618
1. Install drain plug with new washer. CAUTION:
Be sure to clean drain plug and install with new washer.
2. Refill with new engine oil. Engine oil specification and viscosity:
Refer to MA-10, "
Fluids and Lubricants".
CAUTION:
The refill capacity depends on the engine oi l temperature and drain time. Use these specifica-
tions for reference only.
Always use oil level gauge to determine the proper amount of engine oil in engine.
3. Warm up the engine and check area around drain plug and oil filter for engine oil leakage.
4. Stop the engine and wait for 10 minutes.
5. Check the engine oil level. Refer to LU-7, "
Inspection".
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Oil pressure switch torque : Refer to EM-57, "Exploded View".
Tightening torque : Refer to EM-54, "
Exploded View".
Engine oil capacity : Refer to LU-17, "
Periodical Maintenance Specification".
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REMOVAL
1. Remove front under cover.
2. Drain engine oil. Refer to
LU-8, "
Draining".
3. Remove oil filter using oil filter wrench [SST: KV10115801 (J- 38956)].
WARNING:
Be careful not to burn yourself, as the engine and engine oil
may be hot.
CAUTION:
The oil filter is equipped with a pressure relief valve.
Use Genuine NISSAN oil filter or equivalent.
When removing, prepare a s hop cloth to absorb any
engine oil leaks or spills.
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 seal mating surface.
2. Apply clean engine oil to the oil filter seal circumference of the
new oil filter as shown.
3. Screw on the oil filter manually until it touches the installation surface, then tighten it by 2/3 turn as shown. Or tighten to speci-
fication.
4. Refill engine with new engine oil. Refer to LU-8, "
Refilling".
5. Inspect engine for oil leaks. Refer to LU-7, "
Inspection".
6. Install front under cover.
InspectionINFOID:0000000006289620
INSPECTION AFTER INSTALLATION
1. Check engine oil level. Refer to LU-7, "Inspection".
2. Start engine and check for engine oil leaks.
3. Stop engine and wait for 10 minutes.
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Oil filter : 17.7 N·m (1.8 kg-m, 13 ft-lb)
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SERVICE DATA AND SPECIFICATIONS (SDS)
Periodical Maintenance SpecificationINFOID:0000000006289628
ENGINE OIL CAPACITY (APPROXIMATE)
Unit: (US qt, Imp qt)
Engine Oil PressureINFOID:0000000006289629
Unit: kPa (kg/cm2, psi)
*: Engine oil temperature at 80
°C (176 °F)
Oil PumpINFOID:0000000006289630
Unit: mm (in)
Regulator ValveINFOID:0000000006289631
Unit: mm (in)
Drain and refill With oil filter change 6.5 (6-7/8, 5-3/4)
Without oil filter change 6.2 (6-4/8, 5-1/2)
Dry engine (engine overhaul) 7.6 (8, 6-3/4)
Engine speed Approximate discharge pressure* Idle speed More than 98 (1.0, 14)2,000 rpm More than 294 (3.0, 43)
Oil pump body to oil pump outer rotor radial clearance 0.114 - 0.200 (0.0045 - 0.0079)
Oil pump inner rotor to oil pump outer rotor tip clearance Below 0.180 (0.0071)
Oil pump body to oil pump inner rotor axial clearance 0.030 - 0.070 (0.0012 - 0.0028)
Oil pump body to oil pump outer rotor axial clearance 0.030 - 0.090 (0.0012 - 0.0035)
Oil pump inner rotor to brazed portion of housing clearance 0.045 - 0.091 (0.0018 - 0.0036)
Regulator valve to oil pump cover clearance 0.040 - 0.097 (0.0016 - 0.0038)
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3. Warm up the engine and check area around drain plug and oil filter for engine oil leakage.
4. Stop the engine and wait for 10 minutes.
5. Check the engine oil level. Refer to LU-7, "
Inspection".
OIL FILTER
OIL FILTER : Removal and InstallationINFOID:0000000006394843
REMOVAL
1. Remove front under cover.
2. Drain engine oil. Refer to MA-17, "
ENGINE OIL : Draining".
3. Remove oil filter using oil filter wrench [SST: KV10115801 (J- 38956)].
WARNING:
Be careful not to burn yourself, as the engine and engine oil
may be hot.
CAUTION:
The oil filter is equipped with a pressure relief valve.
Use Genuine NISSAN oil filter or equivalent.
When removing, prepare a sh op cloth to absorb any
engine oil leaks or spills.
Do not allow engine oil to adhere to the drive belts.
Completely wipe off any engi ne oil that adheres to the
engine and the vehicle.
INSTALLATION
1. Remove foreign materials adhering to the oil filter seal mating surface.
2. Apply clean engine oil to the oil f ilter seal circumference of the
new oil filter as shown.
3. Screw on the oil filter manually until it touches the installation
surface, then tighten it by 2/3 turn as shown. Or tighten to speci-
fication.
4. Refill engine with new engine oil. Refer to MA-17, "
ENGINE OIL : Refilling".
5. Inspect engine for oil leaks. Refer to LU-7, "
Inspection".
6. Install front under cover.
SPARK PLUG
WBIA0388E
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Oil filter : 17.7 N·m (1.8 kg-m, 13 ft-lb)
SMA229B
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REMOVAL
1. Remove engine cover. Refer to
EM-25, "Exploded View".
2. Remove ignition coil. Refer to EM-29, "
Exploded View".
3. Remove spark plug with a spark plug wrench (commercial ser- vice tool).
INSTALLATION
Note the following item, installa is the reverse order of removal.
CAUTION:
Install ignition coil marked wi th an identification mark (A) on
cylinder No. 5, 6, 7 and 8.
SPARK PLUG : InspectionINFOID:0000000006394840
INSPECTION AFTER REMOVAL
Use the standard type spark plug for normal condition.
CAUTION:
Never drop or impact spark plug.
Never use a wire brush for cleaning.
If plug tip is covered with carbon, use spark plug cleaner to
clean.
Measure spark plug gap. When it exceeds the limit, replace spark plug even if it is within the speci-
fied replacement mileage. Refer to EM-132, "
Spark Plug".
a : 14 mm (0.55 in)
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Spark plug (Standard type) : Refer to EM-132, "Spark Plug".
Cleaner air pressure : Less than 588 kPa (5.9 bar, 6 kg/cm
2, 85 psi)
Cleaning time
: Less than 20 seconds
SMA773C
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