OIL FILTERLU-11
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Removal and InstallationINFOID:0000000009461030
REMOVAL
1. Remove fender protector side cover (RH). Refer to
EXT-26, "FENDER PROTECTOR : Exploded View".
2. Drain engine oil. Refer to LU-10, "Changing Engine Oil"
3. Remove the oil filter using suitable tool.
WARNING:
• Be careful not to get burned , the engine and engine oil
may be hot.
CAUTION:
• When removing, prepare a shop cloth to absorb any oil
leakage or spillage.
• Do not allow engine oil to adhere to the drive belts.
• Completely wipe off any oil th at adheres to the engine and
the vehicle.
• The oil filter has a built in pressure relief valve. Use a Gen- uine NISSAN oil filter or equivalent
INSTALLATION
1. Remove foreign materials adhering to the oil filter installation surface.
2. Apply clean engine oil to the oil seal contact surface of the new oil filter.
3. Screw the oil filter manually unt il it touches the installation sur-
face, then tighten it by 2/3 turn. Or tighten to specification below. Tool number : KV10115801 (J-38956)
WBIA0589E
ALC094
SMA010
Oil filter : 18.0 N·m (1.8 kg-m, 13 ft-lb)
SMA229B
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SERVICE DATA AND SPECIFICATIONS (SDS)
SERVICE DATA AND SPECIFICATIONS (SDS)
SERVICE DATA AND SPECIFICATIONS (SDS)
Oil PressureINFOID:0000000009461038
Unit: kPa (kg/cm2, psi)
*: Engine oil temperature at 80
°C (176 °F)
Oil PumpINFOID:0000000009461039
Unit: mm (in)
Regulator ValveINFOID:0000000009461040
Unit: mm (in)
Oil CapacityINFOID:0000000009461041
Unit: (US qt, Imp qt)
Engine speed Approximate discharge oil pressure*
Idle speed 98 (1.0, 14)
2,000 rpm 294 (3.0, 43)
6,000 rpm 392 (4.0, 57)
Clearance between outer rotor and oil pump body 0.114 - 0.179 (0.0045 - 0.0070)
Tip clearance between inner rotor and outer rotor 0.170 - 0.220 (0.0067 - 0.0087)
Side clearance between inner rotor and oil pump body 0.030 - 0.070 (0.0012 - 0.0028)
Side clearance between outer rotor and oil pump body 0.060 - 0.110 (0.0024 - 0.0043)
Inner rotor to brazed portion of housing clearance 0.035 - 0.070 (0.0014 - 0.0028)
Regulator valve to oil pump cover clearance 0.040 - 0.097 (0.0016 - 0.0038)
Drain and refill With oil filter change Approximately 4.6 (4-7/8, 4)
Without oil filter change Approximately 4.3 (4-1/2, 3-3/4)
Dry engine (engine overhaul) Approximately 5.4 (5-3/4, 4-3/4)
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ENGINE OILLU-25
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ENGINE OIL
InspectionINFOID:0000000009461048
OIL LEVEL
NOTE:
• Before starting the engine, check the oil level. If the engine is already started, stop it and a llow 10 minutes before checking.
• Check that the oil level is within the range as indicated on the oil level gauge.
• If it is out of range, add oil as necessary.
ENGINE OIL APPEARANCE
• Check engine oil for white milky appearance or excessive contamination.
• If engine oil becomes milky, it is highly probable t hat it is contaminated with engine coolant. Repair or
replace damaged parts.
OIL LEAKAGE
Check for oil leakage around the following areas:
•Oil pan
• Oil pan drain plug
• Oil pressure switch
• Oil filter
• Oil cooler
• Intake valve timing control cover and intake valve timing control solenoid valve
• Front cover
• Mating surface between cylinder block and cylinder head
• Mating surface between cylinder head and rocker cover
• Crankshaft oil seal (front and rear)
OIL PRESSURE CHECK
WARNING:
• Be careful not to burn yoursel f, as engine oil may be hot.
• Put the CVT shift selector in the Park “P” position.
1. Check the oil level.
2. Remove fender protector side cover (RH). Refer to EXT-26, "FENDER PROTECTOR : Exploded View"
.
3. Disconnect oil pressure switch harness connector at the oil pressure switch. Remove oil pressure switch and install Tools.
CAUTION:
Do not drop or shock oil pressure switch.
4. Start the engine and warm it up to normal operating temperature.
5. Check oil pressure with engine running under no-load, using Tool. NOTE:
• When engine oil temperature is low, engine oil pressure becomes high.
JMA122D
Tool numbers : ST25051001 (J-25695-1)
: ST25052000 (J-25695-2)
WBIA0571E
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ENGINE OIL
• If difference is extreme, check oil passage and oil pump for oil leaks.
6. After the inspections, install the oil pressure switch as follows:
a. Remove the old sealant adhering to oil pressure switch and engine.
b. Apply thread sealant and tighten the oil pressure switch to specification. Use Genuine High Performance Th read Sealant, or equivalent.
c. After warming up engine, make sure there are no engine oil leaks.
7. Install fender protector side cover (RH). Refer to EXT-16, "Exploded View"
.
Changing Engine OilINFOID:0000000009461049
WARNING:
• Be careful not to burn yourself, as the engine oil may be hot.
• Prolonged and repeated contact with used engine oil may cause skin cancer; try to avoid direct skin
contact with used oil. If skin contact is made, wash thoroughly with soap or hand cleaner as soon as
possible.
1. Position the vehicle so it is level on the hoist.
2. Warm up the engine and check for oil leaks from the engine.
3. Stop engine and wait for 10 minutes.
4. Remove the oil pan drain plug (1) and oil filler cap.
5. Drain the engine oil.
6. Install the oil pan drain plug (1) with a new washer and refill the engine with new engine oil.
CAUTION:
• Be sure to clean the oil pan drain plug and install with a new washer.
• The refill capacity depends on the oil temper ature and drain time. Use these specifications for
reference only. Always use the dipstick to determine when the proper amount of oil is in the
engine.
7. Warm up the engine and check around the oil pan drain plug and oil filter for oil leaks.
8. Stop engine and wait for 10 minutes.
9. Check the engine oil level using the oil level gauge. CAUTION:
Do not overfill the engine with engine oil. Engine oil pressure :
LU-34, "Oil Pressure"
Oil pressure switch : Refer to EM-174, "Removal and Installation"
: Front
Oil specification
and viscosity : Refer to
MA-11, "FOR USA AND
CANADA : Engine Oil Recom-
mendation".
Oil pan drain plug : 34.3 N·m (3.5 kg-m, 25 ft-lb)JPBIA1676ZZ
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OIL FILTERLU-27
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Removal and InstallationINFOID:0000000009461050
REMOVAL
1. Drain engine oil. Refer to
LU-26, "Changing Engine Oil".
2. Remove the fender protector side cover (RH). Refer to EXT-26, "FENDER PROTECTOR : Exploded
View".
3. Remove the oil filter using Tool (A) as shown.
WARNING:
• Be careful not to get burned , the engine and engine oil
may be hot.
CAUTION:
• When removing, prepare a shop cloth to absorb any oil leakage or spillage.
• Do not allow engine oil to adhere to the drive belts.
• Completely wipe off any oil th at adheres to the engine and
the vehicle.
• The oil filter has a built in pressure relief valve. Use a Gen- uine NISSAN oil filter or equivalent
INSTALLATION
1. Remove foreign materials adhering to the oil filter installation surface.
2. Apply clean engine oil to the oil seal contact surface of the new oil filter.Tool number : KV10115801 (J-38956)
ALBIA0617GB
ALC094
SMA010
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OIL COOLERLU-33
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When removing components such as hoses, tubes/lines, etc.
, cap or plug openings to prevent fluid from spill-
ing.
REMOVAL
1. Remove the engine under cover. Refer to EXT-17, "Removal and Installation".
2. Remove the RH wheel and tire. Refer to WT-53, "Inspection"
.
3. Remove the front fender protector side cover RH. Refer to EXT-26, "FENDER PROTECTOR : Exploded
View".
4. Drain engine coolant. Refer to CO-36, "Changing Engine Coolant"
.
CAUTION:
Do not spill coolant on the drive belt.
5. Disconnect water hoses from oil cooler.
6. Remove the oil filter. Refer to LU-27, "Removal and Installation"
.
7. Remove oil cooler.
8. Remove core support cover. Refer to DLK-179, "Removal and Installation"
.
9. Remove front air duct. Refer to EM-84, "Removal and Installation"
.
10. Remove reservoir tank. Refer to CO-40, "Exploded View"
.
INSPECTION AFTER REMOVAL
1. Check oil cooler for cracks.
2. Check oil cooler for clogging by blowing through coolant inlet. If necessary, replace oil cooler.
Oil Pressure Relief Valve
Inspect oil pressure relief valve for movement, cracks and breaks by pushing the ball. If replacement is neces-
sary, remove valve by prying it out with a suitable tool. Install a new valve in place by tapping it.
INSTALLATION
Installation is in the reverse order of removal.
CAUTION:
• Do not reuse O-ring.
• Do not reuse copper gasket.
• When installing the oil cooler, align the oil cooler slot with the stopper of the oil pan.
INSPECTION AFTER INSTALLATION
1. Check the engine oil level and the engine coolant level and add engine oil and engine coolant. Refer to LU-9, "Inspection"
and CO-11, "System Inspection".
2. Start the engine, and check that there is no leakage of engine oil or engine coolant.
3. Stop the engine and wait for 10 minutes.
4. Check the engine oil level and the engine coolant level again. Refer to LU-9, "Inspection"
and CO-11,
"System Inspection".
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SERVICE DATA AND SPECIFICATIONS (SDS)
SERVICE DATA AND SPECIFICATIONS (SDS)
Oil PressureINFOID:0000000009461057
Unit: kPa (kg/cm2, psi)
*: Engine oil temperature at 80
°C (176 °F)
Oil PumpINFOID:0000000009461058
Unit: mm (in)
Regulator ValveINFOID:0000000009461059
Unit: mm (in)
Oil CapacityINFOID:0000000009461060
Unit: (US qt, Imp qt)
Engine speed Approximate discharge oil pressure*
Idle speed 98 (1.0, 14)
2,000 rpm 294 (3.0, 43)
6,000 rpm 392 (4.0, 57)
Clearance between outer rotor and oil pump body 0.114 - 0.260 (0.0045 - 0.0102)
Tip clearance between inner rotor and outer rotor Below 0.180 (0.0071)
Side clearance between inner rotor and oil pump body 0.030 - 0.070 (0.0012 - 0.0028)
Side clearance between outer rotor and oil pump body 0.050 - 0.110 (0.0020 - 0.0043)
Clearance between inner rotor and oil pump body 0.045 - 0.091 (0.0018 - 0.0036)
Regulator valve to oil pump cover clearance 0.040 - 0.097 (0.0016 - 0.0038)
Drain and refill With oil filter change 4.8 (5-1/8, 4-1/4)
Without oil filter change 4.5 (4-3/4, 4)
Dry engine (engine overhaul) 5.3 (5-5/8, 4-5/8)
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GENERAL MAINTENANCEMA-5
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FOR USA AND CANADA
FOR USA AND CANADA : Explana
tion of General MaintenanceINFOID:0000000009464530
General maintenance includes those items which shoul d be checked during the normal day-to-day operation
of the vehicle. They are essential if the vehicle is to continue operating properly. The owners can perform
checks and inspections themselves or have their NISSAN dealers do them.
OUTSIDE THE VEHICLE
The maintenance items listed here should be performed from time to time, unless otherwise specified.
INSIDE THE VEHICLE
The maintenance items listed here should be checked on a regular basis, such as when performing periodic maintenance, cleaning the vehicle,
etc.
Item Reference page
Tires Check the pressure with a gauge often and always prior to long distance trips.
Adjust the pressure in all tires, including the spare, to the pressure specified.
Check carefully for damage, cuts or excessive wear. MA-39
Wheel nuts
When checking the tires, make sure no nuts are missing, and check for any loose
nuts. Tighten if necessary. MA-39
Tire rotation
Tires should be rotated every 5,000 miles (8,000 km). MA-39
Tire Pressure Monitor-
ing System (TPMS)
transmitter compo-
nents Replace the TPMS transmitter grommet seal, valve core and cap when the tires
are replaced due to wear or age. WT-57
Wheel alignment and
balance If the vehicle should pull to either side while driving on a straight and level road,
or if you detect uneven or abnormal tire wear, there may be a need for wheel
alignment. If the steering wheel or seat vibrates at normal highway speeds,
wheel balancing may be needed. For additional information regarding tires, refer
to "Important Tire Safety Information" (US) or "Tire Safety Information" (Canada)
in the NISSAN Warranty Information Booklet. FSU-25
Windshield
Clean the windshield on a regular basis. Check the windshield at least every six
months for cracks or other damage. Repair as necessary. —
Windshield wiper
blades Check for cracks or wear if they do not wipe properly. —
Doors and engine
hood Check that all doors and the engine hood operate properly. Also make sure that
all latches lock securely. Lubricate if necessary. Make sure that the secondary
latch keeps the hood from opening when the primary latch is released.
When driving in areas using road salt or other corrosive materials, check for lu-
brication frequently. MA-45, "LOCKS, HING-
ES AND HOOD LATCH :
Lubricating"
Lamps
Make sure that the headlamps, stop lamps, tail lamps, turn signal lamps, and oth-
er lamps are all operating properly and installed securely. Also check headlamp
aim. Clean the headlamps on a regular basis. EXL-122
Item
Reference page
Warning lamps and
chimes Make sure that all warning lamps and chimes are operating properly. —
Windshield wiper and
washer Check that the wipers and washer operate properly and that the wipers do not
streak. —
Windshield defroster Check that the air comes out of the defroster outlets properly and in sufficient
quantity when operating the heater or air conditioner. —
Steering wheel Check that it has the specified play. Check for changes in the steering condition,
such as excessive play, hard steering or strange noises.
Free play: Less than 35 mm (1.38 in) —
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