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• This model is equipped with a power generation voltage
variable control system. Therefore, perform an
inspection of the power generation voltage variable c ontrol system operation after replacing the generator.
Refer to CHG-10, "System Description"
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REMOVAL
NOTE:
When removing components such as hoses, tubes/lines, etc. , cap or plug openings to prevent fluid from spill-
ing.
1. Disconnect the battery negative and positive terminals. Refer to PG-73, "Removal and Installation (Bat-
tery)".
2. Partially drain engine coolant. Refer to CO-36, "Changing Engine Coolant"
.
3. Remove front wheel and tire assembly (RH). Refer to WT-55, "Adjustment"
.
4. Remove fender protector side cover (RH). Refer to EXT-26, "FENDER PROTECTOR : Removal and
Installation".
5. Remove cooling fan assembly and shroud. Refer to CO-42, "Removal and Installation"
.
6. Release clip and reposition power steering tube.
7. Remove the A/C compressor. Refer to HA-30, "COMPRESSOR : Removal and Installation"
.
8. Disconnect oil pressure switch.
9. Disconnect the harness connectors from the generator.
10. Remove the generator bracket.
11. Remove the generator bolts and nut using power tools.
12. Slide the generator out and remove.
INSTALLATION
Installation is in the reverse order of removal.
CAUTION:
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6. Generator bracket Front
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• Do not allow the coolant to
contact the drive belts.
• Perform this step when engine is cold.
5. When draining all of the coolant in the system for engine removal or repair, open all of the drain plugs (A-D) on the cylin-
der block.
6. Check the drained coolant for contaminants such as rust, corro- sion or discoloration.
If the coolant is contaminated, flush the engine cooling system.
REFILLING ENGINE COOLANT
1. Install the radiator drain plug. If the cooling syst em was drained completely, install the reservoir tank and
the cylinder block drain plugs.
• The radiator must be complete ly empty of coolant and water.
• Apply sealant to the threads of the cylinder block drain plug. Use Genuine High Performance
Thread Sealant or equivalent. Refer to GI-21, "Recommended Chemical Products and Sealants"
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CAUTION:
Do not reuse copper sealing washers.
2. If disconnected, reattach the upper radiator hose at the engine side.
3. Set the vehicle heater controls to the full HOT and heat er ON position. Turn the vehicle ignition ON with
the engine OFF as necessary to activate the heater mode.
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Radiator drain plug : Refer to CO-16, "Exploded View"
Cylinder block front drain plug (LH) (A) (ex-
cept Canada) : 62.0 N·m (6.3 kg-m, 46 ft-lb)
Cylinder block water drain plug (B) : 6.0 N·m (0.6 kg-m, 53 in-lb)
Cylinder block rear drain plug (C) : 78.0 N·m (8.0 kg-m, 58 ft-lb)
Cylinder block RH banjo bolt (D) (oil co oler) : 19.6 N·m (2.0 kg-m, 14 ft-lb)
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4. Remove cowl top extension. Refer to
EXT-24, "Removal and Installation".
5. Remove the front road wheel and tire (RH). Refer to WT-55, "Adjustment"
.
6. Remove the fender protector (RH). Refer to EXT-26, "FENDER PROTECTOR : Removal and Installation"
.
7. Drain coolant from the radiator. Refer to CO-36, "Changing Engine Coolant"
.
CAUTION:
Perform when the engine is cold.
8. Disconnect coolant reservoir hose and remove coolant reservoir tank. Refer to CO-40, "Exploded View"
.
9. Drain the power steering fluid reservoir. Refer to ST-30, "Draining and Refilling"
.
10. Remove the power steering oil pump. Refer to ST-38, "Removal and Installation"
.
11. Support engine and remove the RH engine insulator and bracket. Refer to EM-220, "Exploded View"
.
12. Set No. 1 cylinder at TDC on its compression stroke. • Align pointer with TDC mark on crankshaft pulley.
13. Remove drive belt. Refer to EM-134, "Removal and Installation"
.
14. Remove the drive belt auto-tensioner assembly. Refer to EM-135, "Removal and Installation of Drive Belt
Auto-tensioner".
15. Remove water drain plug (A) and copper sealing washer (B) to drain coolant from engine.
CAUTION:
Do not reuse copper sealing washers.
16. Disconnect RH valve timing control connectors and remo ve valve timing control cover (bank 1). Refer to
EM-182, "Exploded View"
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17. Remove water pump cover. Refer to CO-44, "Exploded View"
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18. Remove the timing chain tensioner (primary) as follows:
a. Pull the lever (C) down to release the plunger stopper tab (B).
b. Insert the stopper pin A into the tensioner body hole to hold the lever (C) and keep the plunger stopper tab (B) released.
NOTE:
An allen wrench [(1.2 mm (0.047 in)] is used for a stopper pin A
as an example.
c. Compress the plunger (D) into the tensioner body (1) by press- ing the slack guide (2).
d. Keep the slack guide (2) pressed and lock the plunger (D) in by pushing the stopper pin A through the lever (C) and into the
chain tensioner body hole.
e. Remove timing chain tensioner bolts and then remove the timing chain tensioner. CAUTION:
Be careful not to drop timing chain te nsioner bolts inside timing chain case.
19. Remove the three water pump bolts (A). Make a gap between water pump sprocket (1) and timing chain, by carefully turning
crankshaft pulley (2) counterclockwise until timing chain loosens
on water pump sprocket (1).
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WATER OUTLET AND WATER PIPING
2. Partially drain engine coolant from radiator. Refer to
CO-36, "Changing Engine Coolant".
3. Remove the core support cover clips (A), then remove the core support cover (1).
4. Remove front air duct. Refer to EM-84, "Removal and Installation"
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5. Remove air duct and air cleaner case assembly. Refer to EM-144, "Removal and Installation"
.
6. Remove engine side under cover (RH). Refer to EXT-28, "Removal and Installation"
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7. Disconnect hoses from electric throttle control actuator.
8. Remove radiator upper hose and heater hoses.
9. Remove connector(s) from heater pipe.
10. Disconnect engine coolant temperature sens or electrical connector on water outlet.
11. Remove water outlet, heater pipe, water connector, and water bypass pipe nuts and bolts.
12. Remove engine coolant temperature sensor, if necessary.
INSTALLATION
Installation is in the reverse order of removal.
• Securely insert each hose, and install a clamp at a pos ition where it does not interfere with the pipe bulge.
• When inserting heater pipe and water bypass pipe into water connector, apply mild soap to new O-rings.
CAUTION:
Do not reuse O-ring.
• After installation refill engine coolant and check for leaks. Refer to CO-36, "Changing Engine Coolant"
and
CO-35, "System Inspection"
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PRECAUTIONS
PRECAUTION
PRECAUTIONS
Precaution for Supplemental Restraint Syst
em (SRS) "AIR BAG" and "SEAT BELT
PRE-TENSIONER"
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The Supplemental Restraint System such as “A IR 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. Information necessary to service the system safely is included in the SR and SB section of
this Service Manual.
WARNING:
• To avoid rendering the SRS inopera tive, 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 NISS AN/INFINITI dealer.
• Improper maintenance, including in correct removal and installation of the SRS, can lead to personal
injury caused by unintent ional activation of the system. For re moval of Spiral Cable and Air Bag
Module, see the SR section.
• Do not use electrical test equipmen t on any circuit related to the SRS unless instructed to in this
Service Manual. SRS wiring harn esses can be identified 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 Unit or other Airbag System sensors with the Igni-
tion ON or engine running, DO NOT use air or electri c 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 three minutes before performing any service.
Precaution for Draining CoolantINFOID:0000000009460453
• Drain coolant when engine is cooled.
Precaution for Disconnecting Fuel PipingINFOID:0000000009460454
• Before starting work, make sure no fire or spark producing items are in the work area.
• Release fuel pressure before any removal or disassembly.
• After disconnecting pipes, plug openings to stop fuel leakage.
Precaution for Removal and DisassemblyINFOID:0000000009460455
• When instructed to use special service tools, use the s pecified tools. Always be careful to work safely, avoid
forceful operations.
• Use maximum care to avoid damage to mating or sliding surfaces.
• Cover openings of engine system with tape or equivalent , if necessary, to seal out foreign materials.
• Mark and arrange disassembly parts in an organi zed way for easy troubleshooting and assembly.
• When loosening nuts and bolts, as a basic rule, start with the one furthest outside, then the one diagonally
opposite, and so on. If the order of loosening is specified, follow the specifications.
Precaution for Inspection, Repair and ReplacementINFOID:0000000009460456
• Before repairing or replacing, thoroughly inspect parts. Inspect new replacement parts in the same way, and
replace if necessary.
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PRECAUTIONS
4. Cover the serrated end of the valve with a large shop towel (A).
Strike the valve face end with a hammer, separating it into two
pieces.
5. Fill a bucket, such as a 20 (5-1/4 US gal, 4-3/8 Imp gal) oil can, with at least 10 (2-5/8 US gal, 2-1/4 lmp gal) of water.
Carefully place the already cut (serrated) valves into the water
one-at-a-time using a set of large tweezers and quickly move
away at least 2.7 m (9 ft).
6. The valves should be placed in a standing position as shown in the illustration to allow complete reaction. After the bubbling
action has subsided, additional valves can be placed into the
bucket allowing each subsequent chemical reaction to subside.
However, no more than 8 valves should be placed in the same
10 (2-5/8 US gal, 2-1/4 lmp gal) amount of water. The com-
plete chemical reaction may take as long as 4 to 5 hours.
Remove the valves using a set of large tweezers after the chem-
ical reaction has stopped. Afterwards, valves can be disposed
as ordinary scrap.
Precaution for Assembly and InstallationINFOID:0000000009460458
• Use torque wrench to tighten bolts or nuts.
• When tightening nuts and bolts, as a basic rule, equally tighten in several different steps starting with the
ones in center, then ones on inside and outside diagonally in this order. If the order of tightening is specified,
follow the specifications.
• Always replace the old with a new gas ket, packing, oil seal or O-ring.
• Thoroughly wash, clean, and air-blow each part. Carefully check oil or coolant passages for any restriction
and blockage.
• Avoid damaging sliding or mating surfaces. Completely remove foreign materials such as cloth lint or dust.
Before assembly, oil sliding surfaces well.
• Bleed the air trapped within the system after draining the coolant.
• Before starting engine, apply fuel pressure to fuel li nes with turning ignition switch ON (with engine stopped).
Then make sure that there are no leaks at fuel line connections.
• After repairing, start engine and increase engine speed to check coolant, fuel, oil, and exhaust systems for leakage or rattles.
Parts Requiring Angular TighteningINFOID:0000000009460459
• Use an angle wrench for the final tightening of the following engine parts.
- Cylinder head bolts
- Lower cylinder block bolts
- Connecting rod cap bolts
- Crankshaft pulley bolt (No angle wrench is required as the bolt flange is provided with notches for angular tightening)
• Do not use a torque value for final tightening.
• The torque value for these parts are for a preliminary step.
• Ensure thread and seat surfaces are clean and coated with engine oil.
Precaution for Liquid GasketINFOID:0000000009460460
REMOVAL OF LIQUID GASKET
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ENGINE ASSEMBLY
Removal and Installation
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WARNING:
• Place chocks at the front and back of the rear wheels.
• For engines not equipped with slin gers, attach proper slingers and bolts as described in the Parts
Catalog.
CAUTION:
• Do not start working until the exh aust system and coolant are cool.
• If items or work required are not covered by the en gine main body section, follow the applicable pro-
cedures.
• Use the correct supporting points for lifting and jacking. Refer to GI-33, "Garage Jack and Safety
Stand".
• In removing the drive shaft, be careful not to damage the grease seals on the transaxle.
NOTE:
When removing components such as hoses, tubes/lines, etc. , cap or plug openings to prevent fluid from spill-
ing.
REMOVAL
1. Remove engine cover using power tool. Refer to EM-28, "Removal and Installation".
2. Release fuel pressure. Refer to EC-182, "Work Procedure"
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3. Disconnect the negative and positive battery terminal. Refer to PG-73, "Removal and Installation (Bat-
tery)".
4. Disconnect the fuel rail at the fuel hose quick connector (engine side). Refer to EM-41, "Removal and
Installation".
5. Drain the engine coolant. Refer to CO-12, "Changing Engine Coolant"
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6. Remove the engine under cover. Refer to EXT-28, "Removal and Installation"
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7. Remove hood assembly. Refer to DLK-170, "HOOD ASSEMBLY : Removal and Installation"
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8. Remove core support cover.
9. Remove the front air duct and air cleaner case assembly. Refer to EM-29, "Removal and Installation"
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10. Remove battery and battery tray. Refer to PG-74, "Removal and Installation (Battery Tray)"
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11. Remove cowl top. Refer to EXT-24, "Removal and Installation"
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12. Remove strut brace. Refer to FSU-19, "Exploded View"
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13. Disconnect EVAP hose and vacuum hose from intake manifold.
14. Remove upper and lower radiator hoses (engine side).
15. Remove CVT cooler lines.
16. Disconnect engine room harness connecto r at the CVT and ECM connectors.
CAUTION:
Protect the harness connector with plastic bags or suitable covering to help prevent damage and
intrusion of foreign mate rials into the connectors.
17. Remove the brake booster vacuum hose.
18. Disconnect the heater hoses.
19. Remove the front wheels and tires using a power tool. Refer to WT-55, "Adjustment"
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20. Remove the fender protector side covers (RH) and (LH). Refer to EXT-26, "FENDER PROTECTOR :
Removal and Installation".
21. Remove tie rod ends from the steering knuckles. Refer to ST-36, "Removal and Installation"
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22. Remove the power steering gear bolts and support the power steering gear. Refer to ST-36, "Exploded
View".
23. Remove rear cover plate.
24. Remove the torque converter nuts.
25. Remove the rear engine mount torque rod.
26. Remove front exhaust tube and gaskets. Refer to EX-5, "Exploded View"
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G. 90 N·m (9.2 kg-m, 66 ft-lb) H. 103 N·m (11 kg-m, 76 ft-lb) J. Follow installation procedure
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CYLINDER BLOCK
Disassembly and Assembly
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CAUTION:
Apply new engine oil to parts marked in illustration before installation.
NOTE:
The following procedures explain how to disassem ble the engine with the engine stand fastened to the bell
housing. Some steps may be different if using a different type of engine stand.
DISASSEMBLY
1. Remove the engine and transaxle as an assembly from the vehicle, and separate the transaxle from the
engine. Refer to EM-84, "Removal and Installation"
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2. Remove the drive plate. Hold the crankshaft using Tool (A) and use a suitable tool to remove the bolts.
3. Remove pilot converter using Tool.
4. Remove the rear oil seal. Refer to EM-72, "Removal and Installation of Rear Oil Seal"
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5. Mount the engine on a suitable engine stand (A). CAUTION:
• Use an engine stand that has a load capacity large
enough for supporting the engine weight [approximately
135 kg (298 lb) or more].
• Before removing the hanging chains, check the engine
stand is stable and there is no risk of overturning.
NOTE:
The figure shows an example of widely used engine stand (A)
that can support mating surface of transaxle with drive plate
removed.
• Remove the following parts if the engine stand load capacity is not adequate, to reduce the potential risk of overturning stand:
- Intake manifold. Refer to EM-30, "Removal and Installation"
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- Exhaust manifold. Refer to EM-33, "Removal and Installation"
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- Rocker cover. Refer to EM-45, "Removal and Installation"
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6. Drain any remaining engine oil and coolant from the engine.
7. Remove the exhaust manifold and three way catalyst assembly. Refer to EM-33, "Removal and Installa-
tion".
8. Remove the intake manifold and fuel tube assembly. Refer to EM-30, "Removal and Installation"
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28. Oil level gauge guide 29. Oil level gauge 30. O-ring
A. Follow assembly procedure
Tool Number : KV11105210 (J-44716)
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