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Engine Tune-up Data: HR16DEINFOID:0000000006444573
GENERAL SPECIFICATIONS
Drive BeltsINFOID:0000000006444574
BELT DEFLECTION:
*: When engine is cold.
BELT TENSION AND FREQUENCY:
Engine typeHR16DE
Cylinder arrangement In-line 4
Displacement cm
3 (cu in) 1,598 (97.51)
Bore and stroke mm (in) 78.0 x 83.6 (3.071 x 3.291)
Valve arrangement DOHC
Firing order 1-3-4-2
Number of piston rings Compression
2
Oil 1
Number of main bearings 5
Compression ratio 10.7
Compression pressure
kPa (bar, kg/cm
2, psi)/200 rpm Standard 1,510 (15.1, 15.4, 219)
Minimum
1,265 (12.65, 12.9, 183)
Differential limit between cylinders 6.2 (0.06, 0.06, 0.9)
Valve timing
(Intake valve timing control - “ON”) Unit: degree
abcde f
208 228-11 (24) 59 (24) 424
JPBIA0552ZZ
Location Deflection adjustment *
Unit: mm (in)
Used belt New belt
Limit After adjusted
Drive belt With A/C models 8.2 (0.323) 4.8 - 5.3 (0.19 - 0.21) 4.1 - 4.4 (0.161 - 0.173)
Without A/C models 7.4 (0.291) 4.3 - 4.7 (0.17 - 0.19) 3.7 - 3.9 (0.146 - 0.154)
Applied pushing force 98 N (10 kg, 22 lb)
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*: When engine is cold.
Spark PlugINFOID:0000000006444575
SPARK PLUG
Unit: mm (in)
*: Always check with the Parts Department for the latest parts information
Engine Tune-up Data: MR18DEINFOID:0000000006444572
GENERAL SPECIFICATIONS
DRIVE BELT
SPARK PLUG
Unit: mm (in)
*: Always check with the Parts Department for the latest parts informationLocation
Tension adjustment * Unit: N (kg, lb) Frequency adjustment * Unit: Hz
Used belt New beltUsed belt
New belt
Limit After adjusted Limit After adjusted
Drive belt With A/C models 500 (51.0, 112)
876 - 964
(89.4 - 98.3,
197 - 217)1064 - 1152
(108.5 - 117.5,
239 - 259)
173 229 - 239 253.5 - 261.5
Without A/C models 500 (51.0, 112) 876 - 964
(89.4 - 98.3, 197 - 217) 1064 - 1152
(108.5 - 117.5, 239 - 259) 194 257.5 - 267.5 283 - 293
Make
Denso
Standard type* FXE20HE-11
Gap (Nominal) 1.1 (0.043)
Engine type MR18DE
Cylinder arrangement In-line 4
Displacement cm
3 (cu in)1,797 (109.65)
Bore and stroke mm (in) 84.0 x 81.1 (3.307 x 3.192)
Valve arrangement DOHC
Firing order 1-3-4-2
Number of piston rings Compression
2
Oil 1
Compression ratio 9.9
Compression pressure
kPa (bar, kg/cm
2, psi) / 250 rpm Standard 1,500 (15.0, 15.3, 217.6)
Minimum
1,200 (12.0, 12.2, 174)
Differential limit between cylinders 100 (1.0, 1.0, 15)
Tension of drive belt Auto adjustment by auto-tensioner
Make DENSO
Standard type* FXE20HR11
Spark plug gap Nominal: 1.1 (0.043)
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Rear Drum BrakeINFOID:0000000006444566
Unit: mm (in)
Unit: mm (in)
Fluids and LubricantsINFOID:0000000006444564
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
1
and HR16DE
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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13. Flush each steel line from the cooler side back toward the A/T by spraying Transmission Cooler Cleaner in a continuous stream for 5 seconds.
14. Blow compressed air regulated to 5 - 9 kg/cm
2 (490 - 883 kPa, 71 - 128 psi) through each steel line from
the cooler side back toward the A/T for 10 seconds to force out any remaining A/T fluid.
15. Ensure all debris is removed from the steel cooler lines.
16. Ensure all debris is removed from the banjo bolts and fittings.
17. Perform "A/T FLUID COOL ER DIAGNOSIS PROCEDURE".
A/T FLUID COOLER DIAGNOSIS PROCEDURE
NOTE:
Insufficient cleaning of the cooler inlet hose exte rior may lead to inaccurate debris identification.
1. Position an oil pan under the A/T inlet and outlet cooler hoses.
2. Clean the exterior and tip of the cooler inlet hose.
3. Insert the extension adapter hose of a can of Transmission Cooler Cleaner (Nissan P/N 999MP-AM006) into the cooler out-
let hose.
CAUTION:
• Wear safety glasses and rubber gloves when spraying the
Transmission Cooler Cleaner.
• Spray Transmission Cooler Cleaner only with adequate
ventilation.
• Avoid contact with eyes and skin.
• Do not breathe vapors or spray mist.
4. Hold the hose and can as high as possible and spray Transmis- sion Cooler Cleaner in a continuous stream into the cooler outlet
hose until A/T fluid flows out of t he cooler inlet hose for 5 seconds.
5. Tie a common white, basket-type coffee filter to the end of the cooler inlet hose.
6. Insert the tip of an air gun into the end of the cooler outlet hose.
7. Wrap a shop rag around the air gun tip and end of cooler outlet hose.
8. Blow compressed air regulated to 5 - 9 kg/cm
2 (490 - 883 kPa,
71 - 128 psi) through the cooler outlet hose to force any remain-
ing A/T fluid into the coffee filter.
9. Remove the coffee filter from the end of the cooler inlet hose.
10. Perform "A/T FLUID COOL ER INSPECTION PROCEDURE".
A/T FLUID COOLER INSPECTION PROCEDURE
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NOTE:
Noise resulting from variations in field strength, such as fading noise and multi-path noise, or external noise
from trains and other sources. It is not a malfunction.
• Fading noise: This noise occurs because of variations in the field strength in a narrow range due to moun-
tains or buildings blocking the signal.
• Multi-path noise: This noise results from the waves sent directly from the broadcast station arriving at the antenna at a different time from the waves t hat reflect off of mountains or buildings.
Noise InspectionINFOID:0000000005931285
The vehicle itself can be a source of noise if noise prevention parts or electrical equipment is malfunctioning.
Check if noise is caused and/or changed by engine speed, ignition switch turned to each position, and opera-
tion of each piece of electrical equipment, and determine the cause.
NOTE:
The source of the noise can be found easily by listening to the noise while removing the fuses of electrical
components, one by one.
TYPE OF NOISE AND POSSIBLE CAUSE
No sound can be heard from one or several speakers. • Open or short in audio signal circuit between audio unit and front
speaker. Refer to AV- 2 4 , "
Sound Is Not Heard from Front Door
Speaker (Base System)" or AV- 2 6 , "Sound Is Not Heard from
Front Door Speaker or Tweeter (Premium System)" .
• Front speaker. Refer to AV- 2 4 , "
Sound Is Not Heard from Front
Door Speaker (Base System)" or AV- 2 6 , "Sound Is Not Heard
from Front Door Speaker or Tweeter (Premium System)" .
• Open or short in audio signal circuit between audio unit and rear
speaker. Refer to AV- 2 5 , "
Sound Is Not Heard from Rear Door
Speaker (Base System)" or AV- 2 7 , "Sound Is Not Heard from
Rear Door Speaker (Premium System)" .
• Rear speaker. Refer to AV- 2 5 , "
Sound Is Not Heard from Rear
Door Speaker (Base System)" or AV- 2 7 , "Sound Is Not Heard
from Rear Door Speaker (Premium System)" .
• Tweeter (mid level and premium system) AV- 2 6 , "
Sound Is Not
Heard from Front Door Speaker or Tweeter (Premium System)"
or AV- 2 7 , "
Sound Is Not Heard from Rear Door Speaker (Premi-
um System)" .
• Audio unit. Refer to AV- 2 9 , "
Removal and Installation" .
No sound can be heard from radio or noise is heard. • Antenna feeder. Refer to
AV- 3 3 , "
Location of Antenna" .
• Antenna. Refer to AV- 3 3 , "
Location of Antenna" .
• Audio unit. Refer to AV- 2 9 , "
Removal and Installation" .
Symptom
Check item
Occurrence condition Possible cause
Occurs only when engine is ON. A continuous growling noise occurs. The speed of
the noise varies with changes in the engine speed.
Ignition components
A whistling noise occurs while the engine speed is
high. A booming noise occurs while the engine is
running and the lighting switch is ON. Generator
Noise only occurs when various
electrical components are oper-
ating. A cracking or snapping sound occurs with the op-
eration of various switches.
Relay malfunction, radio malfunction
The noise occurs when various motors are operat-
ing. • Motor case ground
•Motor
The noise occurs constantly, not just under certain conditions. • Rear defogger coil malfunction
• Open circuit in printed heater
A cracking or snapping sound occurs while the vehicle is being driven, especially when
it is vibrating excessively. • Ground wire of body parts.
• Ground due to improper part installation
• Wiring connections or a short circuit
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Turn OFF ignition switch.
Noise InspectionINFOID:0000000005931317
The vehicle itself can be a source of noise if noise
prevention parts or electrical equipment is malfunctioning.
Check if noise is caused and/or changed by engine speed, ignition switch turned to each position, and opera-
tion of each piece of electrical equipment, and determine the cause.
NOTE:
The source of the noise can be found easily by listening to the noise while removing the fuses of electrical
components, one by one.
TYPE OF NOISE AND POSSIBLE CAUSE
Symptom ChartINFOID:0000000006216708
MALFUNCTION WITH NAVIGATION
System configuration • 8 pulses speed
• Clock ON/OFF
• Equalizer setup X11C
• RF tuning
• Antenna type
• Sound system
• Sub Out: Code
• Steering wheel The device is configured by a connect-
ed hardware circuit.
The parameter is
influenced.
Self test •Bluetooth
® module Access Mal-
function
• SD-card Access Malfunction
• Radio-Antenna Circuit Malfunc-
tion
• GPS Antenna Circuit Malfunc-
tion
• Microphone Circuit Malfunction A system self test is executed: the re-
sult is stored into
the error memory
which is shown afterwards as a list of
codes of the detected malfunctions.
Mode
ItemContent
Occurrence condition Possible cause
Occurs only when engine is ON. A continuous growling noise occurs. The speed of
the noise varies with changes in the engine speed.
Ignition components
A whistling noise occurs while the engine speed is
high. A booming noise occurs while the engine is
running and the lighting switch is ON. Generator
Noise only occurs when various
electrical components are oper-
ating. A cracking or snapping sound occurs with the op-
eration of various switches.
Relay malfunction, radio malfunction
The noise occurs when various motors are operat-
ing. • Motor case ground
• Motor
The noise occurs constantly, not just under certain conditions. • Rear defogger coil malfunction
• Open circuit in printed heater
A cracking or snapping sound occurs while the vehicle is being driven, especially when
it is vibrating excessively. • Ground wire of body parts.
• Ground due to improper part installation
• Wiring connections or a short circuit
Symptoms
Check itemsProbable malfunction location / Action to
take
Display does not turn ON. All switches cannot be operated.
AV control unit power supply and ground
circuit. Refer to
AV- 6 9
.
All switches can be operated. AV control unit. Refer to AV- 6 9
.
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Precaution for Supplemental Restraint System (SRS) "AIR BAG" and "SEAT BELT
PRE-TENSIONER"
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The Supplemental Restraint System such as “AIR BAG” and “SEAT BELT PRE-TENSIONER”, used along
with a front seat belt, helps to reduce the risk or severi ty of injury to the driver and front passenger for certain
types of collision. This system includes seat belt switch inputs and dual stage front air bag modules. The SRS
system uses the seat belt switches to determine the front air bag deployment, and may only deploy one front
air bag, depending on the severity of a collision and w hether the front occupants are belted or unbelted.
Information necessary to service the system safely is included in the SRS and SB section of this Service Man-
ual.
WARNING:
• To avoid rendering the SRS inoper ative, which could increase the risk of personal injury or death in
the event of a collision which would result in air bag inflation, all maintenance must be performed by
an authorized NISSAN/INFINITI dealer.
• Improper maintenance, including in correct removal and installation of the SRS can lead to personal
injury caused by unintentional act ivation of the system. For removal of Spiral Cable and Air Bag
Module, see the SRS section.
• Do not use electrical test equipm ent on any circuit related to the SRS unless instructed to in this
Service Manual. SRS wiring harnesses can be identi fied by yellow and/or orange harnesses or har-
ness connectors.
PRECAUTIONS WHEN USING POWER TOOLS (AIR OR ELECTRIC) AND HAMMERS
WARNING:
• When working near the Airbag Diagnosis Sensor Un it or other Airbag System sensors with the Igni-
tion ON or engine running, DO NOT use air or el ectric power tools or strike near the sensor(s) with a
hammer. Heavy vibration could activate the sensor( s) and deploy the air bag(s), possibly causing
serious injury.
• When using air or electric power tools or hammers, always switch the Ignition OFF, disconnect the battery, and wait at least 3 minutes before performing any service.
Precaution for Brake SystemINFOID:0000000005928427
CAUTION:
• Refer to MA-14
for recommended brake fluid.
• Never reuse drained brake fluid.
• Be careful not to splash brake fluid on painted areas; it may cause paint damage. If brake fluid is
splashed on painted areas, wash it away with water immediately.
• To clean or wash all parts of master cylin der and disc brake caliper, use clean brake fluid.
• Never use mineral oils such as gasoline or kerosen e. They will ruin rubber parts of the hydraulic sys-
tem.
• Use flare nut wrench when removing and installing brake tube.
• If a brake fluid leak is found, the part must be disassembled
without fail. Then it has to be replaced with a new one if a
defect exists.
• Turn the ignition switch OFF and remove the connector of the
ABS actuator and electric unit (con trol unit) or the battery ter-
minal before performing the work.
• Always torque brake lines when installing.
• Burnish the brake contact surf aces after refinishing or replac-
ing rotors, after replacing pads, or if a soft pedal occurs at
very low mileage. Refer to BR-34, "
Brake Burnishing Proce-
dure".
WARNING:
• Clean brake pads and shoes with a waste cl oth, then wipe with a dust collector.
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5. When the repair work is completed, re-connect both battery cables. With the brake pedal released, turn the push-button ignition switch from ACC position to ON position, then to LOCK position. (The steering
wheel will lock when the push-button ignition switch is turned to LOCK position.)
6. Perform self-diagnosis check of a ll control units using CONSULT-III.
Precaution for Brake SystemINFOID:0000000005928462
CAUTION:
• Refer to MA-14, "
Fluids and Lubricants" for recommended brake fluid.
• Never reuse drained brake fluid.
• Be careful not to splash brake fluid on painted areas; it may cause paint damage. If brake fluid is
splashed on painted areas, wash it away with water immediately.
• To clean or wash all parts of master cylin der and disc brake caliper, use clean brake fluid.
• Never use mineral oils such as gasoline or kerosen e. They will ruin rubber parts of the hydraulic sys-
tem.
• Use flare nut wrench when removing and installing brake tube.
• If a brake fluid leak is found, the part must be disassembled
without fail. Then it has to be replaced with a new one if a
defect exists.
• Turn the ignition switch OFF and remove the connector of the
ABS actuator and electric unit (con trol unit) or the battery ter-
minal before performing the work.
• Always torque brake lines when installing.
• Burnish the brake contact surf aces after refinishing or replac-
ing rotors, after replacing pads, or if a soft pedal occurs at
very low mileage.
Refer to BR-34, "
Brake Burnishing Procedure".
WARNING:
• Clean brake pads and shoes with a waste cl oth, then wipe with a dust collector.
Precaution for Brake ControlINFOID:0000000005928463
• During ABS operation, the brake pedal may vibrate lightly and a mechanical noise may be heard. This is
normal.
• Just after starting vehicle, the brake pedal may vibrate or a motor operating noise may be heard from engine
compartment. This is a normal status of operation check.
• Stopping distance may be longer than that of vehicles without ABS when vehicle drives on rough, gravel, or snow-covered (fresh, deep snow) roads.
• When an error is indicated by ABS or another warning lamp, collect all necessary information from customer (what symptoms are present under what conditions) and check for simple causes before starting diagnosis.
Besides electrical system inspection, check boos ter operation, brake fluid level, and fluid leaks.
• If incorrect tire sizes or types are installed on the vehicle or brake pads are not Genuine NISSAN parts, stop-
ping distance or steering stability may deteriorate.
• If there is a radio, antenna or related wiring near control module, ABS function may have a malfunction or
error.
• If aftermarket parts (car stereo, CD player, etc.) have been installed, check for incidents such as harness pinches, open circuits or improper wiring.
• If the following components are replaced with non-genuine components or modified, the VDC OFF indicator lamp and SLIP indicator lamp may turn on or the VDC system may not operate properly. Components
related to suspension (shock absorbers, struts, springs , bushings, etc.), tires, wheels (exclude specified
size), components related to brake system (pads, roto rs, calipers, etc.), components related to engine (muf-
fler, ECM, etc.), components related to body reinforcement (roll bar, tower bar, etc.).
• Driving with broken or excessively worn suspensi on components, tires or brake system components may
cause the VDC OFF indicator lamp and the SLIP indicator lamp to turn on, and the VDC system may not
operate properly.
• When the TCS or VDC is activated by sudden acceleration or sudden turn, some noise may occur. The noise is a result of the normal operation of the TCS and VDC.
• When driving on roads which have extreme slopes (such as mountainous roads) or high banks (such as sharp curves on a freeway), the VDC may not operate no rmally, or the VDC warning lamp and the SLIP indi-
cator lamp may turn on. This is not a problem if normal operation can be resumed after restarting the engine.
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