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• Front fender protector (RH). Refer to EI-26.
• Drive belt. Refer to EM-132, "
Component".
• Crankshaft pulley. Refer to EM-159, "
Component".
2. Remove front oil seal using a suitable tool. CAUTION:
Be careful not to damage front cover and crankshaft.
INSTALLATION
1. Apply new engine oil to new front oil seal joint surface and seal lip.
2. Install front oil seal so that each seal lip is oriented as shown.
• Install front oil seal (2) using a suitable tool with outer diameter57 mm (2.24 in) and inner diameter 45 mm (1.77 in) (A) to the
dimension as shown.
CAUTION:
• Be careful not to damage front cover and crankshaft.
• Press-fit oil seal straight to avoid causing burrs or tilting.
• Do not touch grease applied on oil seal lip.
3. Installation of the remaining components is in the reverse order of removal.
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INSPECTION AFTER INSTALLATION
• 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, "
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.
• Warm up engine thoroughly to make sure there is no leak age of fuel, exhaust gas, or any oils/fluids including
engine oil and engine coolant.
• Bleed air from passages in lines and hoses, such as in cooling system.
• After cooling down engine, again check oil/fluid levels including engine oil and engine coolant. Refill to spec-
ified level, if necessary.
• Summary of the inspection items:
A : Dust seal lip
B: Oil seal lip
: Engine front
: Engine rear
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1 : Front cover: Engine front
Within 0.3 mm (0.012 in) toward engine front
Within 0.5 mm (0.020 in) toward engine rear
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Item Before starting engine Engine runningAfter engine stopped
Engine coolant LevelLeakage Level
Engine oil LevelLeakage Level
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• Install rear oil seal (1) to the position as shown.
NOTE:
The standard surface of the dimens
ion is the rear end surface of
cylinder block.
3. Installation of the remaining components is in the reverse order of removal.
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INSPECTION AFTER INSTALLATION
• 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, "
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.
• Warm up engine thoroughly to make sure there is no leak age of fuel, exhaust gas, or any oils/fluids including
engine oil and engine coolant.
• Bleed air from passages in lines and hoses, such as in cooling system.
• After cooling down engine, again check oil/fluid levels including engine oil and engine coolant. Refill to spec- ified level, if necessary.
• Summary of the inspection items:
*Power steering fluid, brake fluid, etc. A : Rear end surface of cylinder block
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Item
Before starting engine Engine runningAfter engine stopped
Engine coolant LevelLeakage Level
Engine oil LevelLeakage Level
Transmission/
transaxle fluid A/T and CVT Models
LeakageLevel/Leakage Leakage
M/T Models Level/Leakage LeakageLevel/Leakage
Other oils and fluids* LevelLeakage Level
Fuel LeakageLeakageLeakage
Exhaust gas —Leakage —
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• If the engine speed is out of the specified range, check battery liquid for proper gravity. Check engine
speed again with normal battery gravity.
• If compression pressure is below minimum value, check valve clearances and parts associated with
combustion chamber (Valve, valve seat, piston, pi ston ring, cylinder bore, cylinder head, cylinder head
gasket). After the checking, measure the compression pressure again.
• If one cylinder has low compression pressure, pour small amount of engine oil into the spark plug hole
of the cylinder to re-check it for compression.
- If the added engine oil improves the compression, piston rings may be worn out or damaged. Check pis- ton rings and replace if necessary.
- If the compression pressure remains at low level despite the addition of engine oil, valves may be mal- functioning. Check valves for damage. Replace valve or valve seat accordingly.
• If two adjacent cylinders have respectively low compression pressure and their compression remains low even after the addition of engine oil, cylinder head gasket is leaking. In such a case, replace cylinder
head gasket.
9. After inspection is completed, install removed parts.
10. Start the engine, and confirm that the engine runs smoothly.
11. Perform trouble diagnosis. If DTC appears, erase it. Refer to EC-585, "
Trouble Diagnosis Introduction".
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INSPECTION AFTER INSTALLATION
• 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-14, "
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.
• Warm up engine thoroughly to make sure there is no leak age of fuel, exhaust gas, or any oils/fluids including
engine oil and engine coolant.
• Bleed air from passages in lines and hoses, such as in cooling system.
• After cooling down engine, again check oil/fluid levels including engine oil and engine coolant. Refill to spec- ified level, if necessary.
• Summary of the inspection items:
*Power steering fluid, brake fluid, etc. Item
Before starting engine Engine runningAfter engine stopped
Engine coolant LevelLeakage Level
Engine oil LevelLeakage Level
Transmission/
transaxle fluid A/T and CVT Models
LeakageLevel/Leakage Leakage
M/T Models Level/Leakage LeakageLevel/Leakage
Other oils and fluids* LevelLeakage Level
Fuel LeakageLeakageLeakage
Exhaust gas —Leakage —
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CYLINDER HEAD
Component
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Removal and InstallationINFOID:0000000005931026
REMOVAL
WARNING:
• Put a “CAUTION: FLAMMABLE” sign in the workshop.
• Be sure to work in a well ventilate d area and furnish workshop with a CO
2 fire extinguisher.
• Do not smoke while servicing fuel system. Keep open flames and sparks away from the work area.
1. Release the fuel pressure. Refer to EC-582, "
Fuel Pressure Check".
2. Drain engine coolant and engine oil. Refer to CO-36
and LU-17.
CAUTION:
• Perform this step when the engine is cold.
• Never spill engine coolant an d engine oil on drive belt.
3. Remove front fender protector (RH). Refer to EI-26
.
4. Remove drive belt. Refer to EM-132, "
Removal and Installation".
5. Remove the following components and related parts. • Exhaust manifold. Refer to EM-141
.
• Intake manifold. Refer to EM-137
.
• Fuel tube and fuel injector assembly. Refer to EM-154
.
• Water outlet. Refer to CO-50
.
• Rocker cover. Refer to EM-151
.
• Front cover, timing chain. Refer to EM-159
.
• Camshaft. Refer to EM-170
.
6. Remove cylinder head. • Loosen bolts in reverse order as shown.
• Using TORX socket (size E18), loosen cylinder head bolts.
7. Remove cylinder head gasket.
1. Cylinder head assembly 2. Cylinder head bolt 3. Cylinder head gasket
A. Refer to EM-188
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ENGINE ASSEMBLY
• 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 preparation for the backward shift of center of gravity.
• For supporting points for lifting and jacking point at rear axle, refer to GI-38, "
Garage Jack and
Safety Stand and 2-Pole Lift".
REMOVAL
Remove the engine and the transaxle assembly from t he vehicle downward. Separate the engine and the tran-
saxle.
1. Remove engine under cover. Refer to EI-15, "
Removal and Installation".
2. Drain engine coolant from radiator. Refer to CO-36, "
Changing Engine Coolant".
CAUTION:
• Perform this step when the engine is cold.
• Do not spill engine coolant on drive belt.
3. Drain clutch fluid (M/T models). Refer to CL-9, "
Air Bleeding Procedure".
4. Remove front fender protector (RH and LH). Refer to EI-26
.
5. Remove exhaust front tube. Refer to EX-10
.
6. Remove drive shafts (LH and RH) from steering knuckle. Refer to FA X - 9
.
7. Remove transaxle joint bolts which pierce at oil pan (upper) lower rear side. Refer to AT-233
(A/T models),
CVT-180, "
Removal and Installation" (CVT models) or MT-61, "Removal and Installation" (M/T models).
8. Remove rear torque rod (1). NOTE:
A/T model shown CVT and M/T models similar.
9. Remove hood assembly. Refer to BL-13
.
10. Remove cowl top cover and cowl top extension assembly. Refer to EI-24
.
11. Release fuel pressure. Refer to EC-582, "
Fuel Pressure Check".
12. Remove battery and battery tray. Refer to SC-5
.
13. Remove drive belt; Refer to EM-132, "
Component".
14. Remove engine room cover.
15. Remove air duct and air cleaner case assembly. Refer to EM-135
.
16. Remove cooling fan assembly. Refer to CO-44, "
Removal and Installation".
17. Remove radiator hose (upper and lower). Refer to CO-40
.
18. Disconnect A/T fluid cooler hoses or CVT water hoses. Refer to CO-40, "
Component" (A/T) or CVT-175,
"WATER HOSE : Exploded View" (CVT).
NOTE:
Cap or plug opening(s) to prevent fluid from spilling.
19. 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 to protect against foreign materials during the operation.
20. Disconnect fuel feed hose at engine side. Refer to EM-154, "
Component".
NOTE:
Cap or plug opening(s) to revent fluid from spilling.
21. Disconnect heater hoses. Refer to CO-50, "
Component".
NOTE:
Cap or plug opening(s) to revent fluid from spilling.
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ENGINE ASSEMBLY
35. Separate the engine and the transaxle and mount the engine on a suitable engine stand. Refer to
AT-233
(A/T models), CVT-180, "Removal and Installation" (CVT models) or MT-61, "Removal and Installation"
(M/T models).
INSTALLATION
Installation is in the reverse order of removal.
Note the following during installation:
• When installation directions are specified, install parts according to the directions. Refer to EM-197, "
Com-
ponent".
• Do not allow engine oil to get on engine mounting insulator. Be careful not to damage engine mounting insu-
lator.
• 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 tubesurface 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
• 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, "
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, 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 leakage of fuel, exhaust gas, or any oils/fluids including
engine oil and engine coolant.
• Bleed air from passages in lines and hoses, such as in cooling system.
• After cooling down engine, again check oil/fluid levels including engine oil and engine coolant. Refill to spec- ified level, if necessary.
• Summary of the inspection items:
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Item Before starting engine Engine runningAfter engine stopped
Engine coolant LevelLeakage Level
Engine oil LevelLeakage Level
Transmission/
transaxle fluid A/T and CVT Models
LeakageLevel/Leakage Leakage
M/T Models Level/Leakage LeakageLevel/Leakage
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DISASSEMBLY
1. Remove engine and transaxle assembly from vehicle, separate transaxle from engine. Refer to
EM-197.
2. Install engine to engine stand as follows;
a. Remove flywheel (M/T models) or drive plate (1) (A/T or CVT models).
• Secure flywheel (M/T models) or drive plate (A/T or CVT mod-els) using Tool (A), and remove bolts.
CAUTION:
Be careful not to damage or scratch drive plate (A/T or CVT
models) and contact surface for clutch disc of flywheel (M/T
models).
NOTE:
Figure shows drive plate (1) (A/T or CVT models)
b. Lift the engine with a hoist to install it onto widely use engine stand. CAUTION:
• Use the engine stand that has a load capacity [approximately 135 kg (298 lb) or more] large
enough for supporting the engine weight.
• If the load capacity of stand is not adequate, remove the following parts beforehand to reduce the poten-
tial risk of overturning stand.
- Exhaust manifold; Refer to EM-141
.
- Rocker cover; Refer to EM-151
.
NOTE:
The figure shows an example of widely used engine stand (A)
that can support mating surface of transaxle with flywheel (M/T
models) or drive plate (A/T or CVT models) removed.
CAUTION:
Before removing the hanging chains, make sure the engine
stand is stable and there is no risk of overturning.
3. Remove oil pan (upper and lower). Refer to EM-144
.
4. Remove cylinder head. Refer to EM-186
.
5. Remove thermostat housing. Refer to CO-47
.
6. Remove knock sensor. CAUTION:
Carefully handle knock sensor avoiding shocks.
7. Remove crankshaft position sensor (POS) cover and crankshaft position sensor (POS).
7. Oil pressure switch 8. Top ring 9. Second ring
10. Oil ring 11. Snap ring 12. Piston
13. Piston pin 14. Connecting rod 15. Thrust bearing
16. Connecting rod bearing upper 17. Main bearing upper 18. Crankshaft key
19. Main bearing lower 20. Connecting rod bearing lower 21. Connecting rod bearing cap
22. Connecting rod bolt 23. Main bearing cap 24. Main bearing cap bolt
25. Crankshaft 26. Pilot converter (A/T or CVT models) 27. Signal plate
28. Rear oil seal 29. Drive plate (A/T or CVT models) 30. Reinforcement plate (A/T or CVT
models)
31. Flywheel (M/T models) 32. Block heater (Canada only) A. Refer to EM-203
Tool number : KV 11105210 (J-44716)
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Make sure the mounting conditions (looseness, back lash) of each component and component conditions
(wear, damage) are normal.
INSPECTION OF LOWER BALL JOINT END PLAY
1. Set front wheels in a straight-ahead position. Do not depress brake pedal.
2. Place an iron bar or similar tool between transverse link and steering knuckle.
3. Measure axial end play by prying it up and down.
CAUTION:
Be careful not to damage ball joint boot. Do not damage the installation position by applying
excessive force.
STRUT INSPECTION
Check for oil leakage, damage and replace as necessary.
Wheel Alignment InspectionINFOID:0000000005930899
PRELIMINARY INSPECTION
WARNING:
Always adjust the alignment with the vehicle on a flat surface.
NOTE:
If alignment is out of specification, inspect and replace any damaged or worn rear suspension parts before
making any adjustments.
1. Check and adjust the wheel alignment with the vehicle under unladen conditions. “Unladen conditions”
means that the fuel, coolant, and lubricant are full; and that the spare tire, jack, hand tools and mats are in
their designated positions.
2. Check the tires for incorrect air pressure and excessive wear.
3. Check the wheels for run out and damage. Refer to WT-6, "
Inspection".
4. Check the wheel bearing axial end play. Refer to FAX-6, "
On-Vehicle Inspection and Service".
5. Check the shock absorbers for leaks or damage.
6. Check each mounting point of the suspension components for any excessive looseness or damage.
7. Check each link, arm, and the suspension member for any damage.
8. Check the vehicle height. Refer to FSU-19, "
Wheelarch Height (Unladen*)".
GENERAL INFORMATION AND RECOMMENDATIONS
1. A Four-Wheel Thrust Alignment should be performed.
• This type of alignment is re commended for any NISSAN vehicle.
• The four-wheel “thrust” process helps ensure that the vehicle is properly aligned and the steering wheel
is centered.
• The alignment machine itself should be ca pable of accepting any NISSAN vehicle.
• The alignment machine should be checked to ensure that it is level.
2. Make sure the alignment machine is properly calibrated. • Your alignment machine should be regularly calibrated in order to give correct information.
• Check with the manufacturer of your specific a lignment machine for their recommended Service/Cali-
bration Schedule.
THE ALIGNMENT PROCESS
IMPORTANT: Use only the alignment specifications listed in this Service Manual. Refer to FSU-17, "Wheel
Alignment (Unladen*)".
1. When displaying the alignment settings, many alignm ent machines use “indicators”: (Green/red, plus or
minus, Go/No Go). Do NOT use these indicators.
• The alignment specifications programmed into your alignment machine that operate these indicators may not be correct.Axial end play : 0 mm (0 in)
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