DRIVE BELTSEM-135
< PERIODIC MAINTENANCE > [VQ35DE]
C
D E
F
G H
I
J
K L
M A
EM
NP
O
3. While securely holding the hexagonal part in pulley center of
drive belt auto-tensioner, move in the direction of arrow (loosen-
ing direction of drive belt auto-tensioner) using suitable tool.
WARNING:
Avoid placing hand in a locat ion where pinching may occur
if the holding tool accidentally comes off.
CAUTION:
Do not loosen the drive belt auto-tensioner pulley bolt. (do
not turn it counterclockwise. ) If turned counterclockwise,
the complete drive belt auto-t ensioner must be replaced as
a unit, including pulley.
4. Insert a rod approximately 6 mm (0.24 in) in diameter through the rear of drive belt auto-tensioner into retain ing boss to lock drive belt auto-tensioner pulley.
NOTE:
Leave drive belt auto-tensioner pulley arm locked until belt is installed again.
5. Loosen drive belt and then remove it from the other pulleys.
INSTALLATION
1. Install the drive belt onto all of the pulleys.
CAUTION:
Confirm belts are completely set on the pulleys.
2. Release drive belt auto-tensioner, and apply tension to belt. WARNING:
Avoid placing hand in a location wh ere pinching may occur if the holding tool accidentally comes
off.
CAUTION:
Do not loosen the auto-te nsioner pulley bolt. (Don't turn it counterclockwise. If turned counter-
clockwise, the complete auto-tensioner mu st be replaced as a unit, including pulley.
3. Turn crankshaft pulley clockwise several times to equalize tension between each pulley.
4. Confirm tension of belt at indicator is within the possible use range. Refer to EM-19, "Checking Drive
Belts".
5. Install the fender protector side cover RH. Refer to EXT-26, "FENDER PROTECTOR : Removal and
Installation".
6. Install the front RH wheel and tire. Refer to WT-55, "Adjustment"
.
Removal and Installation of Drive Belt Auto-tensionerINFOID:0000000009460532
AWBIA1204GB
Revision: November 20132014 Altima NAM
EM-230
< UNIT DISASSEMBLY AND ASSEMBLY >[VQ35DE]
CYLINDER BLOCK
Measure the tightening angle in
stage 2 using Tool. Do not mea-
sure visually.
8. Measure crankshaft end play. • If beyond the limit, replace the bearing with a new one.
9. Install the rear oil seal retainer using Tool (A).
a. Loosen the wing nut (B) on the end of the Tool (A).
b. Insert the arbor (D) into the crankshaft pilot hole until the outer lip (C) of the Tool (A) covers the edge of the crankshaft sealing
surface.
c. Tighten the wing nut (B) to secure the Tool (A) to the crankshaft.
d. Apply sealant to rear oil seal retainer as shown. Use Genuine Silicone RTV Seal ant, or equivalent. Refer to
EM-124, "Precaution for Liquid Gasket"
.
• Assembly should be completed within 5 minutes after coating. CAUTION:
The components must be instal led within 5 minutes of the
liquid gasket application. Th en allow 30 minutes for the
liquid gasket to set before operating the engine.
e. Lubricate the sealing surface of the new rear main seal with new engine oil.
Stage 1 : 35.3 N·m (3.6kg-m, 26ft-lb)
Stage 2 : 90 ° degrees clockwise
Tool number : KV10112100 (BT-8653-A)
PBIC0096E
Standard : 0.10 - 0.25 mm (0.0039 - 0.0098 in)
Limit : 0.30 mm (0.0118 in)
SEM852E
Tool number : — (J-47128)
ALBIA0652ZZ
AWBIA0028ZZ
Revision: November 20132014 Altima NAM
COMBINATION SWITCHEXL-139
< REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION >
C
D E
F
G H
I
J
K
M A
B
EXL
N
O P
COMBINATION SWITCH
Exploded ViewINFOID:0000000009463638
NOTE:
Shown with the steering wheel removed for clarity only.
Removal and InstallationINFOID:0000000009463639
REMOVAL
CAUTION:
• Before servicing, turn the ignition switch OFF, disconnect both battery terminals and wait at least
three minutes.
• Do not use air tools or electric tools for servicing.
1. Disconnect both the negative and positive battery terminal s, then wait at least three minutes. Refer to PG-
73, "Removal and Installation (Battery)".
2. Remove the steering column covers. Refer to IP-17, "Removal and Installation"
.
3. Rotate steering wheel clockwise to access first combination switch bolt and remove.
4. Rotate steering wheel counter-clockwise to access second combination switch bolt and remove.
5. Disconnect the harness connector from the combination switch and remove.
INSTALLATION
Installation is in the reverse order of removal.
CAUTION:
• After the work is completed, make sure no system malfunction is detected by air bag warning lamp.
• In case a malfunction is detected by the air bag wa rning lamp, reset with the self-diagnosis function
and delete the memory with CONSULT.
• If a malfunction is still detected after the above operation, perform self-diagnosis to repair malfunc-
tions. Refer to SRC-42, "ADDITIONAL SERVICE WHEN RE PLACING CONTROL UNIT : Special Repair
Requirement".
AWMIA1293ZZ
1. Combination switch 2. Combination switch harness connector Front
Revision: November 20132014 Altima NAMRevision: November 20132014 Altima NAM
HA-8
< PRECAUTION >
PRECAUTIONS
Be certain that the gauge face indicates R-134a or 134a. Make sure
the gauge set has 1/2 ″-16 ACME threaded connections for service
hoses. Confirm the set has been used only with refrigerant HFC-
134a (R-134a) along with specified oil.
SERVICE HOSES
Be certain that the service hoses display the markings described
(colored hose with black stripe). All hoses must include positive shut-
off devices (either manual or aut omatic) near the end of the hoses
opposite the manifold gauge.
SERVICE COUPLERS
Do not attempt to connect HFC-134a (R-134a) service couplers to a
CFC-12 (R-12) A/C system. The HFC-134a (R-134a) couplers will
not properly connect to the CFC-12 (R-12) system. However, if an
improper connection is attempted, discharging and contamination
may occur.
REFRIGERANT WEIGHT SCALE
Verify that no refrigerant other than HFC134a (R-134a) and specified
oils have been used with the scale. If the scale controls refrigerant
flow electronically, the hose fitting must be 1/2”-16 ACME.
CHARGING CYLINDER
Using a charging cylinder is not recommended. Refrigerant may be vented into air from cylinder's top valve
when filling the cylinder with refrigerant. Also, the accu racy of the cylinder is generally less than that of an
electronic scale or of quality recycle/recharge equipment.
SHA533D
RHA272D
Shut-off valve rotati on A/C service valve
Clockwise Open
Counterclockwise Close
RHA273D
RHA274D
Revision: November 20132014 Altima NAM
HAC-118
< SYSTEM DESCRIPTION >[MANUAL AIR CONDITIONER]
SYSTEM
Control by ECM- Cooling fan control
Refer to EC-60, "COOLING FAN CONTROL : System Description (with manual air conditioner)"
(QR25DE)
or EC-575, "COOLING FAN CONTROL : System Description"
(VQ35DE).
- Air conditioning cut control Refer to EC-57, "AIR CONDITIONING CUT CONTROL : Sy stem Description (with manual air conditioner)"
(QR25DE) or EC-573, "AIR CONDITIONING CUT CONTROL : System Description" (VQ35DE).
Control by IPDM E/R
- Relay control
Refer to PCS-6, "RELAY CONTROL SYSTEM : System Description"
.
- Cooling fan control
Refer to EC-60, "COOLING FAN CONTROL : System Description (with manual air conditioner)"
(QR25DE)
or EC-575, "COOLING FAN CONTROL : System Description"
(VQ35DE).
Air Flow ControlINFOID:0000000009463196
DESCRIPTION
• Front air control changes duty ratio of front blower mo tor control signal to control air flow continuously. When
air flow is increased, duty ratio of front blower mo tor control signal gradually increases to prevent a sudden
increase in air flow.
• In addition to manual control, air flow control is composed of fan speed control at door motor operation.
FAN SPEED CONTROL AT DOOR MOTOR OPERATION
When mode door motor is activated while air flow is more than the specified value, front air control temporarily
reduces fan speed so that mode door moves smoothly.
Air Inlet ControlINFOID:0000000009463197
The intake door position is automatically controlled in MAX A/C and DEF modes. The intake door is controlled
by customer input in the other modes.
Air Outlet ControlINFOID:0000000009463198
Air outlet control is controlled by customer input. When t he A/C is turned off by turning the blower control dial
fully counterclockwise, the front air control retains the current selections and returns to these selections the
next time the blower control dial is turned to any fan position.
NOTE:
If ambient temperature is excessively low, D/F is se lected to prevent windshield fogging when air outlet is set
to FOOT.
Compressor ControlINFOID:0000000009463199
DESCRIPTION
In order for the IPDM E/R to complete a compress or ON request, the following conditions must be met:
1. The BCM detects a Fan ON signal from the front air control. The front air control grounds the fan ON sig-
nal monitored by the BCM when the blower speed dial is in any of the fan speed positions.
2. The BCM detects an A/C ON signal from the front air control. The front air control grounds the A/C ON sig-
nal monitored by the BCM when:
- The A/C switch is pressed. The A/C switch LED ill uminates and the front air control grounds the A/C ON
signal monitored by the BCM. Any mode c ontrol button except D/F may be selected.
- The A/C switch is OFF, and the MAX A/C button is pr essed. The A/C switch LED will automatically illumi-
nate and the front air control grounds the A/C ON signal monitored by the BCM.
- The A/C switch is OFF, and the mode button for either D/F or DEF is selected. The front air control
grounds the A/C ON signal monitored by the BCM, but it does not illuminate the A/C switch LED
NOTE:
If the compressor was engaged by pressing the D/F or DE F mode buttons, and the time spent in either mode
exceeds 1 minute, then the compressor stays reques ted, even when modes other than D/F or DEF are
selected, until either:
1. The ignition switch is turned OFF.
Revision: November 20132014 Altima NAMRevision: November 20132014 Altima NAM
SYSTEM
HAC-119
< SYSTEM DESCRIPTION > [MANUAL AIR CONDITIONER]
C
D E
F
G H
J
K L
M A
B
HAC
N
O P
2. The blower speed dial is turned completely counterclockwise to the OFF position.
3. The A/C switch is manually turned OFF.
In other words, the compressor ON request cannot be turned off in D/F or DEF modes.
REFRIGERANT PRESSURE PROTECTION
The refrigerant system is protected against excessively high- or low-pressures by the refrigerant pressure sen-
sor, located on the liquid tank on the condenser. The refr igerant pressure sensor detects the pressure inside
the refrigerant line and sends a voltage signal to the EC M. If the system pressure rises above or falls below
the following values, the ECM requests the IPDM E/ R to de-energize the A/C relay and disengage the com-
pressor.
• 3.12 MPa (31.82 kg/cm
2, 452.4 psi) or more (When the engine speed is less than 1,500 rpm)
• 2.74 MPa (27.95 kg/cm
2, 397.3 psi) or more (When the engine speed is 1,500 rpm or more)
• 0.14 MPa (1.43 kg/cm
2, 20.3 psi) or less
PRESSURE RELIEF VALVE
The refrigerant system is also protected by a pressure relief valve, located in the rear head of the compressor.
When the pressure of refrigerant in the system incr eases to an abnormal level [more than 2,990 kPa (30.5 kg/
cm
2, 433.6 psi)], the release port on the pressure relief valve automatically opens and releases refrigerant into
the atmosphere.
COMPRESSOR OIL CIRCULATION CONTROL
When the engine starts while the engine coolant temperature is 56 °C (133 °F) or less, ECM activates the com-
pressor for approximately 6 seconds and circulates the compressor lubricant once.
OPERATING RATE CONTROL
When the set temperature is other than fully cold or the air outlet is “VENT”, “B/L” or “FOOT”, the front air con-
trol controls the compressor activation depending on ambient temperature.
Door ControlINFOID:0000000009463200
DOOR MOTOR CONTROL
• A Local Control Unit (LCU) is built into each door motor and detects the door position by using a Position
Balanced Resistor (PBR).
• Each door motor LCU has a unique address. The front air control communicates with the door motor LCUs by using each door’s unique communication address. The front air control sends requested door position
commands to each door motor LCU via a Local Interconnect Network (LIN) communication line. Each door
motor’s LCU receives the command and sends back a door position feedback signal.
• Each LCU controls each door to the appropriate posit ion depending on the control signal from the front air
control. When the door movement is complete, the LCU transmits a signal to the front air control indicating
that the door movement is complete.
SWITCHES AND THEIR CONTROL FUNCTION
ALIIA0607GB
Revision: November 20132014 Altima NAMRevision: November 20132014 Altima NAM
OPERATIONHAC-123
< SYSTEM DESCRIPTION > [MANUAL AIR CONDITIONER]
C
D E
F
G H
J
K L
M A
B
HAC
N
O P
MAX A/C switch Switches the MAX A/C and compressor control switch indicators between ON
⇔ OFF with each press
while front blower fan is activated.
• When MAX A/C mode is turned ON, the air conditioning system changes to the following state.
- Air inlet: Recirculation air intake
- Air outlet: Manual setting
- Blower fan: Manual setting.
- Compressor: ON
• When MAX A/C mode is turned OFF, the air conditioning system state returns to the previous state
before MAX A/C mode is selected. But, the following state is changed:
- Air inlet: Fresh air intake
- Compressor: ON
NOTE:
When front blower fan is OFF, the compressor control cannot be activated.
MODE switches Selects air outlet from VENT, B/L, FOOT, and D/F.
NOTE:
When the air conditioning system is OFF, the air outlet can still be selected.
REC switch • Air inlet is selected to fresh air intake (REC) by pressing this switch.
- REC indicator: ON
NOTE:
• When the air conditioning system is OFF, the air inlet can still be selected.
• When D/F mode or DEF is selected, the REC button is disabled.
Temperature control dial • Selects desired temperature between full cold and full hot.
- Clockwise rotation: Temperature increases.
- Counterclockwise rotation: Temperature decreases.
Revision: November 20132014 Altima NAMRevision: November 20132014 Altima NAM
SR-16
< REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION >
SPIRAL CABLE
• Do not strike or drop the spiral cable.
• Replace the spiral cable if it has been dropped or sus-
tained an impact.
• Do not disassemble the spiral cable.
• Do not allow oil, grease, detergent or water to come in contact with the spiral cable.
INSTALLATION
Installation is in the reverse order of removal.
• The turn signal lever must be in the neutral position for spiral cable installation.
• Set the spiral cable (1) neutral position by carefully turning the spi-
ral cable (1) clockwise to the end position. Turn the spiral cable (1)
counterclockwise 2.5 turns stopping when the locating pin (C) is at
the top most position, the triangl es (A) are pointing at each other
as shown and the clear window (B) appears white.
NOTE:
If a service part is installed, the neutral position is already set with
a stopper clip in place and should not be adjusted after the stopper
clip is removed. Make sure the stopper is removed before installing
the steering wheel (2).
• During steering wheel (2) installation, make sure the locating pin hole (D) is aligned with the locating pin (C) of the spiral cable (1).
• Perform the neutral position adjustment for the steering angle sen-
sor. Refer to BRC-58, "Work Procedure"
.
CAUTION:
• The spiral cable may snap during steering operation if the spiral cable is installed in an improper
position.
• Do not overturn the spiral cable or go beyond the maximum number of turns allowed. This will cause
the cable to snap.
• The turn signal lever must be in the ne utral position for spiral cable installation.
• Do not apply lubricant to the spiral cable.
• Do not allow oil, grease, detergent or water to come in contact with the spiral cable.
• After the work is completed, check that no system malfunction is detected by air bag warning lamp.
• If a malfunction is detected by the air bag warnin g lamp after repair or replacement of the malfunc-
tioning parts, perform the SRS final check. Refer to SRC-17, "SRS Final Check"
.
JMHIA0009ZZ
ALHIA0270ZZ
Revision: November 20132014 Altima NAM