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Rear Drum BrakeINFOID:0000000006444566
Unit: mm (in)
Unit: mm (in)
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Brake modelLT 2 0
Brake lining Standard thickness (new)
4.0 (0.157)
Repair limit thickness 1.5 (0.059)
Drum Standard inner diameter (new)
203 (7.992)
Repair limit inner diameter 204.5 (8.051)
Brake model LT 2 3
Brake lining Standard thickness
(new) 4.0 (0.157)
Repair limit thickness 1.5 (0.059)
Drum Standard inner diameter (new)
228.6 (9.000)
Repair limit inner diameter 230.0 (9.055)
DescriptionCapacity (Approximate)
Liter US measure Imp measure
Fuel 50.013 1/4 gal 11 gal
Engine oil
Drain and refill With oil filter
change
HR16DE
3.03 1/8 qt 2 5/8 qt
MR18DE 4.14 3/8 qt 3 5/8 qt
Without oil filter
change HR16DE
2.83 qt2 1/2 qt
MR18DE 3.94 1/8 qt 3 3/8 qt
Dry engine (engine overhaul) HR16DE
3.53 3/4 qt 3 1/8 qt
MR18DE 4.95 1/8 qt 4 3/8 qt
Cooling system
(with reservoir at max level) HR16DE
6.36 5/8 qt 5 1/2 qt
MR18DE 6.87 1/4 qt 6 qt
Manual transaxle fluid (MTF) 5MT
2.65 1/2 pt 4 5/8 pt
6MT 2.04 1/4 pt 3 1/2 pt
Automatic transaxle fluid (ATF) HR16DE
7.78 1/8 qt 6 3/4 qt
MR18DE 7.98 3/8 qt 7 qt
CVT fluid RE0F08B6.97 1/4 qt 6 1/8 qt
Brake and clutch fluid —— —
Multi-purpose grease —— —
Windshield washer fluid 4.54 3/4 qt 4 qt
Air conditioning system refrigerant 0.45 ± 0.05 kg 0.99 ± 0.11 lb 0.99 ± 0.11 lb
Air conditioning system oil MR18DE - Type
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120 m
4.1 fl oz
4.2 fl oz
MR18DE - Type
2 100 m
3.4 fl oz
3.5 fl oz
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RECOMMENDED FLUIDS AND LUBRICANTS
RECOMMENDED FLUIDS AND LUBRICANTS
Fluids and LubricantsINFOID:0000000005931134
*1: For further details, see “Engine Oil Recommendation”.
*2: If Genuine NISSAN gear oil is not available, API GL-4, Viscosity SAE 75W-85 may also be used as a temporary replacement. How-
ever, use Genuine NISSAN gear oil as soon as it is available.
*3: If Genuine NISSAN ge ar oil is not available, API GL-4, Viscosity SAE 75W-80 may be used as a temporary replacement. However
use Genuine NISSAN gear oil as soon as it is available.
*4: If Genuine NISSAN Matic S ATF is not available, Genuine NISSIAN Matic D ATF may also be used. Using automatic transmission
other than Genuine NISSAN Matic S or Genuine NISSIAN Matic D ATF will cause deteri oration in driveability and automatic transmis-
sion durability, and may damage the automatic transmission, which is not covered by th e NISSAN new vehicle limited warranty.
*5: Use only Genuine NISSAN CVT Fluid NS-2. Using transmission fluid other than Genuine NISSAN CVT Fluid NS-2 will dam-
age the CVT, which is not covered by the NISSAN new vehicle limited warranty.
*6: Available in mainland U.S.A. through a NISSAN dealer.
*7: For further details, see “Air conditioner specification label”. Description
Capacity (Approximate)
Recommended Fluids/Lubricants
Liter US measure Imp measure
Fuel 50.0 13 1/4 gal 11 galUnleaded gasoline with an octane
rating of at least 87 AKI (RON 91)
Engine oil
Drain and refill With oil filter
change
HR16DE 3.0 3 1/8 qt 2 5/8 qt
• Engine oil with API Certification Mark *1
• Viscosity SAE 5W-30
MR18DE 4.1 4 3/8 qt 3 5/8 qt
Without oil
filter change HR16DE 2.8
3 qt 2 1/2 qt
MR18DE 3.9 4 1/8 qt 3 3/8 qt
Dry engine (engine overhaul) HR16DE 3.5 3 3/4 qt 3 1/8 qt
MR18DE 4.9 5 1/8 qt 4 3/8 qt
Cooling system
(with reservoir at max level) HR16DE 6.3 6 5/8 qt 5 1/2 qt Genuine NISSAN Long Life Anti-
freeze / Coolant (blue) or equivalent
MR18DE 6.8 7 1/4 qt 6 qt
Manual transaxle fluid (MTF) 5MT
2.6 5 1/2 pt 4 5/8 pt Genuine NISSAN Manual Transmis-
sion Fluid (MTF) HQ Multi 75W-85 or
equivalent*2
6MT 2.0 4 1/4 pt 3 1/2 pt Genuine NISSAN gear oil (Chevron
Texaco ETL8997B) 75W-80, or
equivalent *3
Automatic transaxle fluid (ATF) HR16DE 7.7 8 1/8 qt 6 3/4 qt
Genuine NISSAN Matic S ATF*4
MR18DE 7.9 8 3/8 qt 7 qt
CVT fluid RE0F08B 6.9 7 1/4 qt 6 1/8 qt Genuine NISSAN CVT Fluid NS-2 *5
Brake and clutch fluid ———Genuine NISSAN Super Heavy Duty
Brake Fluid*6 or equivalent DOT 3
(US FMVSS No. 116)
Multi-purpose grease ——— NLGI No. 2 (Lithium soap base)
Windshield washer fluid 4.5 4 3/4 qt 4 qtGenuine NISSAN Windshield Wash-
er Concentrate Cleaner & Anti-
Freeze or equivalent
Air conditioning system refrigerant 0.45 ± 0.05 kg 0.99 ± 0.11 lb 0.99 ± 0.11 lb HFC-134a (R-134a) *7
Air conditioning system oil MR18DE -
Typ e 1
and
HR16DE
120 m
4.1 fl oz 4.2 fl oz A/C System Oil Type R (DH-PR) *7
MR18DE -
Typ e 2 100 m
3.4 fl oz 3.5 fl oz A/C System Oil Type S (DH-PS)*7
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HFC-134a (R-134a) Service Procedure .............. ...74
Component .............................................................76
Removal and Installation of Compressor -
HR16DE .................................................................
78
Removal and Installation of Compressor -
MR18DE .................................................................
80
Removal and Installation for Compressor Clutch -
Type 1 .................................................................. ...
81
Removal and Installation for Compressor Clutch -
Type 2 .................................................................. ...
83
Removal and Installation of Low-Pressure Flexi-
ble Hose .................................................................
86
Removal and Installation of High-Pressure Flexi-
ble Hose .................................................................
87
Removal and Installation of High-Pressure Pipe ....88
Removal and Installation of Refrigerant Pressure
Sensor .................................................................. ...
89
Removal and Installation of Condenser ..................89
Removal and Installation of Liquid Tank .................90
Removal and Installation of Evaporator ............... ...91
Removal and Installation of Expansion Valve .........92
Checking of Refrigerant Leaks ................................92
Checking System for Leaks Using the Fluorescent
Leak Detector ..........................................................
92
Dye Injection ...........................................................93
Electronic Refrigerant Leak Detector ......................93
SERVICE DATA AND SPECIFICATIONS
(SDS) .................................................................
96
Compressor ......................................................... ...96
Oil ............................................................................96
Refrigerant ..............................................................96
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been shown to be combustible at elevated pressures. These mixtures, if ignited, may cause injury or
property damage. Additional health and safety info rmation may be obtained from refrigerant manu-
facturers.
Oil PrecautionINFOID:0000000005930828
• Use only specified oil for the HFC-134a (R-134a) A/C system and HFC-134a (R-134a) components. If oil
other than that specified is used, comp ressor malfunction is likely to occur.
• The specified HFC-134a (R-134a) oil rapidly absorbs moisture from the atmosphere. The following handling
precautions must be observed:
- When removing refrigerant components from a vehicle, immediately cap (seal) the component to minimize the entry of moisture from the atmosphere.
- When installing refrigerant components to a vehicle, do not remove the caps (unseal) until just before con- necting the components. Connect all refrigerant loop components as quickly as possible to minimize the
entry of moisture into system.
- Only use the specified oil from a sealed container. Imm ediately reseal containers of oil. Without proper seal-
ing, oil will become moisture saturated and should not be used.
• Avoid breathing A/C refrigerant and oil vapor or mist. Exposure may irritate eyes, nose and throat.
Use only approved recovery/recycling equipment to discharge HFC-134a (R-134a) refrigerant. If accidental
system discharge occurs, ventilate work area before resuming service. Additional health and safety informa-
tion may be obtained from refrigerant and oil manufacturers.
• Do not allow A/C oil to come in contact with styrofoam parts. Damage may result.
Precaution for Refrigerant ConnectionINFOID:0000000005930829
A new type refrigerant connection has been introduced to a ll refrigerant lines except the following location.
• Expansion valve to evaporator
• Refrigerant pressure sensor to condenser
FEATURES OF NEW TYPE REFRIGERANT CONNECTION
• The O-ring has been relocated. It has also been provided with a groove for proper installation. This elimi-
nates the chance of the O-ring being caught in, or damaged by, the mating part. The sealing direction of the
O-ring is now set vertically in relation to the contacti ng surface of the mating part to improve sealing charac-
teristics.
• The reaction force of the O-ring will not occur in the direction that causes the joint to pull out, thereby facili- tating piping connections.
O-RING AND REFRIGERANT CONNECTION
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MR18DE - TYPE 1 and HR16DEMR18DE - TYPE 2
WARNING:
Make sure all refrigerant is discharged into the recycling equipment and the pressure in the system is
less than atmospheric pressure. Then gradually loo sen the discharge side hose fitting and remove it.
CAUTION:
The new and former refrigerant connections use different O-ring configurations. Do not confuse O-
rings since they are not interchangeable. If a wrong O-ring is installed, refrigerant will leak at, or
around, the connection.
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O-Ring Specifications*
* : Always check with the parts department for the latest parts information.
CAUTION:
When replacing or cleaning refrigerant cycle components, observe the following.
• When the compressor is removed, store it in the sam e position as it is when installed on the vehicle.
Doing so will cause oil to en ter the low-pressure chamber.
• When connecting tubes, always use a to rque wrench and a back-up wrench.
• After disconnecting tubes, immediately plug all op enings to prevent entry of dirt and moisture.
• When installing an air conditione r in the vehicle, connect the pipes as the final stage of the opera-
tion. Do not remove the seal caps of pipes and other components until just before required for con-
nection.
• Allow components stored in cool areas to warm to working area temperature before removing seal
caps. This prevents condensation from forming inside A/C components.
• Thoroughly remove moisture from the refrigeration system before charging the refrigerant.
• Always replace used O-rings.
• When connecting tube, apply the speci fied A/C oil to circle of the O-rings. Be careful not to apply oil
to threaded portion. Refer to MTC-96, "
Oil".
• O-ring must be closely attached to dented portion of tube.
• When replacing the O-ring, be careful not to damage O-ring and tube.
• Connect tube until you hear it cl ick, then tighten the nut or bolt by hand until snug. Make sure that
the O-ring is installed to tube correctly.
• After connecting line, perform leak test and make sure that there is no leakage from connections.
When the refrigerant leaking point is found, disconnect that line and replace the O-ring. Then tighten
connections of seal seat to the specified torque.
Connection type Piping connection point QTY O-ring size
New Condenser to high-pressure flexible hose
112
Condenser to high-pressure pipe 18
Low-pressure flexible hose to expansion valve 116
High-pressure pipe to expansion valve 18
Compressor to low-pressure flexible hose 119
Compressor to high-pressure flexible hose 112
Liquid tank to condenser pipe Inlet
1
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Outlet 1
Former Refrigerant pressure sensor to condenser
110
Expansion valve to evaporator Inlet
212
Outlet 2 16
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HFC-134a (R-134a) Service Tool and EquipmentINFOID:0000000005930833
Never mix HFC-134a refrigerant and/or its specified oil with CFC-12 (R-12) refrigerant and/or its oil.
Separate and non-interchangeable service equipment must be used for handling each type of refrigerant/oil.
Refrigerant container fittings, service hose fittings and service equipment fittings (equipment which handles
refrigerant and/or oil) are different between CFC-12 (R-12) and HFC-134a (R-134a). This is to avoid mixed
use of the refrigerants/oil.
Adapters that convert one size fitting to another must never be used refrigerant/oil contamination will occur
and compressor failure will result.
Tool number
(Kent-Moore No.)
Tool name Description
HFC-134a (R-134a)
(—)
Refrigerant Container color: Light blue
Container marking: HFC-134a (R-
134a)
Fitting size: Thread size
• large container 1/2”-16 ACME
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(—)
NISSAN A/C System Oil Type S Type: Poly Alkylene glycol oil (PAG),
type S
Application: HFC-134a (R-134a) vari-
able displacement swash plate com-
pressors (NISSAN only)
—
(—)
NISSAN A/C System Oil Type R Type: Poly Alkylene glycol oil (PAG),
type R
Application: HFC-134a (R-134a) vane
rotary compressors (NISSAN only)
KV991J0130
(ACR2005-NI)
ACR5 A/C Se rvice Center Refrigerant recovery, recycling and re-
charging
—
(J-41995)
Electronic refrigerant leak detector Checking for refrigerant leaks
Power supply: DC 12V (battery termi-
nal)
S-NT196
S-NT197
S-NT197
WJIA0293E
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Maintenance of Oil Qu antity in CompressorINFOID:0000000005930838
The oil in the compressor circulates through the system with the refrigerant. Add oil to compressor when
replacing any component or after a large refrigerant leakage occurred. It is important to maintain the specified
amount.
If oil quantity is not maintained properly , the following malfunctions may result:
• Lack of oil: May lead to a seized compressor.
• Excessive oil: Inadequate cooling (thermal exchange interference)
OIL
OIL ADJUSTING PROCEDURE FOR COMPONENTS REPLACEMENT EXCEPT COMPRESSOR
After replacing any of the following major components, add the correct amount of oil to the system.
Amount Of Oil To Be Added
*1: If refrigerant leak is small, no addition of oil is needed.
OIL ADJUSTING PROCEDURE FOR COMPRESSOR REPLACEMENT
TYPE 1 Compressor (CR-10) : NISSAN A/C System Oil Type R
TYPE 2 Compressor (CSV511) : NISSAN A/C System Oil Type S
Part replaced Oil to be added to system
Remarks
Amount of oil
m (US fl oz, Imp fl oz)
Evaporator 35 (1.2, 1.2)-
Condenser 15 (0.5, 0.5)-
Liquid tank 5 (0.2, 0.2)-
In case of refrigerant leak 30 (1.0, 1.1)
Large leak
None *1 Small leak
*1
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