NISSAN X-TRAIL 2005 Service Repair Manual

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AMBIENT SENSOR ................................................ 121
Removal and Installation ...................................... 121
REMOVAL ......................................................... 121
INSTALLATION ................................................. 121
IN-VEHICLE SENSOR ............................................ 122
Removal and Installation ...................................... 122
REMOVAL ......................................................... 122
INSTALLATION ................................................. 122
SUNLOAD SENSOR .............................................. 123
Removal and Installation ...................................... 123
REMOVAL ......................................................... 123
INSTALLATION ................................................. 123
INTAKE SENSOR ................................................... 124
Removal and Installation ...................................... 124
REMOVAL ......................................................... 124
INSTALLATION ................................................. 124
BLOWER UNIT ....................................................... 125
Removal and Installation ...................................... 125
REMOVAL ......................................................... 125
INSTALLATION ................................................. 125
Disassembly and Assembly ................................. 126
BLOWER MOTOR .................................................. 127
Removal and Installation ...................................... 127
REMOVAL ......................................................... 127
INSTALLATION ................................................. 127
INTAKE DOOR MOTOR ......................................... 128
Removal and Installation ...................................... 128
REMOVAL ......................................................... 128
INSTALLATION ................................................. 128
FAN CONTROL AMPLIFIER .................................. 129
Removal and Installation ...................................... 129
REMOVAL ......................................................... 129
INSTALLATION ................................................. 129
AIR CONDITIONER FILTER ................................... 130
Removal and Installation ...................................... 130
FUNCTION ........................................................ 130
REPLACEMENT TIMING .................................. 130
REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES ..................... 130
HEATER & COOLING UNIT ASSEMBLY .............. 131
Removal and Installation ...................................... 131
REMOVAL ......................................................... 131
INSTALLATION ................................................. 132
Disassembly and Assembly ................................. 132
MODE DOOR MOTOR ........................................... 134
Removal and Installation ...................................... 134
REMOVAL ......................................................... 134
INSTALLATION ................................................. 134
AIR MIX DOOR MOTOR ......................................... 135
Removal and Installation ...................................... 135
REMOVAL ......................................................... 135
INSTALLATION ................................................. 135
HEATER CORE ...................................................... 136
Removal and Installation ...................................... 136
REMOVAL ......................................................... 136
INSTALLATION ................................................. 136
DUCTS AND GRILLES .......................................... 137
Removal and Installation ...................................... 137
REMOVAL ......................................................... 137
INSTALLATION ................................................. 140REFRIGERANT LINES ...........................................141
HFC-134a (R-134a) Service Procedure ...............141
SETTING OF SERVICE TOOLS AND EQUIP-
MENT ................................................................141
Components .........................................................143
WITH GASOLINE ENGINE ...............................143
WITH DIESEL ENGINE .....................................144
Removal and Installation of Compressor ..............144
REMOVAL .........................................................144
INSTALLATION .................................................146
Removal and Installation of Compressor Clutch ..146
REMOVAL .........................................................146
INSTALLATION .................................................150
Removal and Installation of Low-pressure Flexible
Hose .....................................................................153
REMOVAL .........................................................153
INSTALLATION .................................................154
Removal and Installation of High-pressure Flexible
Hose .....................................................................154
REMOVAL .........................................................154
INSTALLATION .................................................155
Removal and Installation of High-pressure Pipe ..155
REMOVAL .........................................................155
INSTALLATION .................................................155
Removal and Installation of Condenser ................155
REMOVAL .........................................................155
INSTALLATION .................................................156
Removal and Installation of Liquid Tank ...............156
REMOVAL .........................................................156
INSTALLATION .................................................157
Removal and Installation of Refrigerant Pressure
Sensor ..................................................................157
REMOVAL .........................................................157
INSTALLATION .................................................157
Removal and Installation of Dual-pressure Switch .158
REMOVAL .........................................................158
INSTALLATION .................................................158
Removal and Installation of Evaporator ................158
REMOVAL .........................................................158
INSTALLATION .................................................159
Removal and Installation of Expansion Valve .......159
REMOVAL .........................................................159
INSTALLATION .................................................159
Checking for Refrigerant Leaks ............................160
Checking System for Leaks Using the Fluorescent
Leak Detector .......................................................160
Dye Injection .........................................................160
Electronic Refrigerant Leak Detector ....................161
PRECAUTIONS FOR HANDLING LEAK
DETECTOR .......................................................161
CHECKING PROCEDURE ...............................161
SERVICE DATA AND SPECIFICATIONS (SDS) ....164
Compressor ..........................................................164
Lubricant ...............................................................164
Refrigerant ............................................................164
Engine Idling Speed .............................................164
Belt Tension ..........................................................164

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PRECAUTIONSPFP:00001
Precautions for Supplemental Restraint System (SRS) “AIR BAG” and “SEAT
BELT PRE-TENSIONER”
EJS004YA
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 severity of injury to the driver and front passenger for certain
types of collision. Information necessary to service the system safely is included in the SRS and SB section of
this Service Manual.
WARNING:

To avoid rendering the SRS inoperative, 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 per-
formed by an authorized NISSAN/INFINITI dealer.

Improper maintenance, including incorrect removal and installation of the SRS, can lead to per-
sonal injury caused by unintentional activation of the system. For removal of Spiral Cable and Air
Bag Module, see the SRS section.

Do not use electrical test equipment on any circuit related to the SRS unless instructed to in this
Service Manual. SRS wiring harnesses can be identified by yellow and/or orange harnesses or
harness connectors.
Precautions for Working with HFC-134a (R-134a)EJS000T1
WARNING:

CFC-12 (R-12) refrigerant and HFC-134a (R-134a) refrigerant are not compatible. These refrigerants
must never be mixed, even in the smallest amount. If the refrigerants are mixed and compressor
malfunction is likely to occur.

Use only specified lubricant for the HFC-134a (R-134a) A/C system and HFC-134a (R-134a) compo-
nents. If lubricant other than that specified is used, compressor malfunction is likely to occur.

The specified HFC-134a (R-134a) lubricant rapidly absorbs moisture from the atmosphere. The fol-
lowing 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 connecting the components. Connect all refrigerant loop components as quickly as possi-
ble to minimize the entry of moisture into system.

Only use the specified lubricant from a sealed container. Immediately reseal containers of lubri-
cant. Without proper sealing, lubricant will become moisture saturated and should not be used.

Avoid breathing A/C refrigerant and lubricant vapor or mist. Exposure may irritate eyes, nose and
throat. Use only approved recovery/recycling equipment to discharge HFC-134a (R-134a) refriger-
ant. If accidental system discharge occurs, ventilate work area before resuming service. Addi-
tional health and safety information may be obtained from refrigerant and lubricant
manufacturers.

Do not allow lubricant (Nissan A/C System Oil Type S or R) to come in contact with styrofoam
parts. Damage may result.

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General Refrigerant PrecautionsEJS000T2
WARNING:

Do not release refrigerant into the air. Use approved recovery/recycling equipment to capture the
refrigerant every time an air conditioning system is discharged.

Always wear eye and hand protection (goggles and gloves) when working with any refrigerant or
air conditioning system.

Do not store or heat refrigerant containers above 52°C (125°F).

Do not heat a refrigerant container with an open flame; if container warming is required, place the
bottom of the container in a warm pail of water.

Do not intentionally drop, puncture, or incinerate refrigerant containers.

Keep refrigerant away from open flames: poisonous gas will be produced if refrigerant burns.

Refrigerant will displace oxygen, therefore be certain to work in well ventilated areas to prevent
suffocation.

Do not pressure test or leak test HFC-134a (R-134a) service equipment and/or vehicle air condi-
tioning systems with compressed air during repair. Some mixtures of air and HFC-134a (R-134a)
have been shown to be combustible at elevated pressures. These mixtures, if ignited, may cause
injury or property damage. Additional health and safety information may be obtained from refriger-
ant manufacturers.
Lubricant PrecautionsEJS0027Y

Use only specified lubricant for the HFC-134a (R-134a) A/C system and HFC-134a (R-134a) components.
If lubricant other than that specified is used, compressor malfunction is likely to occur.

The specified HFC-134a (R-134a) lubricant 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 lubricant from a sealed container. Immediately reseal containers of lubricant. With-
out proper sealing, lubricant will become moisture saturated and should not be used.

Avoid breathing A/C refrigerant and lubricant vapor or mist. Exposure may irritate eyes, nose and throat.
Use only approved recovery/recycling equipment to discharge HFC-134a (R-134a) refrigerant. If acciden-
tal system discharge occurs, ventilate work area before resuming service. Additional health and safety
information may be obtained from refrigerant and lubricant manufacturers.

Do not allow lubricant (Nissan A/C System Oil Type S or R) to come in contact with styrofoam parts. Dam-
age may result.
Precautions for Refrigerant ConnectionEJS000T4
A new type refrigerant connection has been introduced to all refrigerant lines except the following location.

Expansion valve to cooling unit

Refrigerant pressure sensor to liquid tank

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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 contacting surface of the mating part to improve sealing
characteristics.

The reaction force of the O-ring will not occur in the direction that causes the joint to pull out, thereby facil-
itating piping connections.
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O-RING AND REFRIGERANT CONNECTION
With Gasoline Engine
NOTE:
This illustration is for RHD models. The blower and heater & cooling unit layouts for LHD models are symmet-
rically opposite.
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.
RJIA2817E

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With Diesel Engine
NOTE:
This illustration is for RHD models. The blower and heater & cooling unit layouts for LHD models are symmet-
rically opposite.
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.
O-Ring Part Numbers and Specifications
WARNING:
Make sure all refrigerant is discharged into the recycling equipment and the pressure in the system is
less than atmospheric pressure. Then gradually loosen the discharge side hose fitting and remove it.
RJIA2818E
Connec-
tion typeO-ring
sizePart number D mm (in) W mm (in)
New
892471 N8210 6.8 (0.268) 1.85 (0.0728)
Former 92470 N8200 6.07 (0.2390) 1.78 (0.0701)
Former 10 J2476 89956 9.25 (0.3642) 1.78 (0.0701)
New
1292472 N8210 10.9 (0.429) 2.43 (0.0957)
Former 92475 71L00 11.0 (0.433) 2.4 (0.094)
New
1692473 N8210 13.6 (0.535) 2.43 (0.0957)
Former 92475 72L00 14.3 (0.563) 2.3 (0.091)
New
1992474 N8210 16.5 (0.650) 2.43 (0.0957)
Former 92477 N8200 17.12 (0.6740) 1.78 (0.0701)
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CAUTION:
When replacing or cleaning refrigerant cycle components, observe the following.

When the compressor is removed, store it in the same position as it is when mounted on the car.
Malfunction to do so will cause lubricant to enter the low-pressure chamber.

When connecting tubes, always use a torque wrench and a back-up wrench.

After disconnecting tubes, immediately plug all openings to prevent entry of dirt and moisture.

When installing an air conditioner 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
connection.

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 lubricant to circle of the O-rings shown in illustration. Be careful not
to apply lubricant to threaded portion.

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 click, then tighten the nut or bolt by hand until snug. Make sure that
the O-ring is installed to tube correctly.

After connecting line, conduct 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.With gasoline engine
(CWV-615M compressor)With diesel engine
(DKV-11G compressor)
Lubricant name : Nissan A/C System Oil Type S Nissan A/C System Oil Type R
Part number : KLH00-PAGS0 KLH00-PAGR0
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Precautions for Servicing CompressorEJS000T5

Plug all openings to prevent moisture and foreign matter from entering.

When the compressor is removed, store it in the same position as it is when mounted on the car.

When replacing or repairing compressor, follow “Maintenance of Lubricant Quantity in Compres-
sor” exactly. Refer to AT C - 2 4 , "
Maintenance of Lubricant Quantity in Compressor" .

Keep friction surfaces between clutch and pulley clean. If the surface is contaminated, with lubri-
cant, wipe it off by using a clean waste cloth moistened with thinner.

After compressor service operation, turn the compressor shaft by hand more than five turns in
both directions. This will equally distribute lubricant inside the compressor. After the compressor
is installed, let the engine idle and operate the compressor for one hour.

After replacing the compressor magnet clutch, apply voltage to the new one and check for usual
operation.
Precautions for Service EquipmentEJS000T6
RECOVERY/RECYCLING EQUIPMENT
Be certain to follow the manufacturer’s instructions for machine operation and machine maintenance. Never
introduce any refrigerant other than that specified into the machine.
ELECTRONIC LEAK DETECTOR
Be certain to follow the manufacturer’s instructions for tester operation and tester maintenance.
VACUUM PUMP
The lubricant contained inside the vacuum pump is not compatible
with the specified lubricant for HFC-134a (R-134a) A/C systems.
The vent side of the vacuum pump is exposed to atmospheric pres-
sure. So the vacuum pump lubricant may migrate out of the pump
into the service hose. This is possible when the pump is switched off
after evacuation (vacuuming) and hose is connected to it.
To prevent this migration, use a manual valve placed near the hose-
to-pump connection, as follows.

Usually vacuum pumps have a manual isolator valve as part of
the pump. Close this valve to isolate the service hose from the
pump.

For pumps without an isolator, use a hose equipped with a man-
ual shut-off valve near the pump end. Close the valve to isolate
the hose from the pump.

If the hose has an automatic shut-off valve, disconnect the hose
from the pump. As long as the hose is connected, the valve is
open and lubricating oil may migrate.
Some one-way valves open when vacuum is applied and close
under a no vacuum condition. Such valves may restrict the pump's
ability to pull a deep vacuum and are not recommended.
MANIFOLD GAUGE SET
Be certain that the gauge face indicates HFC-134a or R-134a. Be
sure the gauge set has 1/2″-16 ACME threaded connections for ser-
vice hoses. Confirm the set has been used only with refrigerant
HFC-134a (R-134a) and specified lubricants.
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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 automatic) near the end of the hoses
opposite the manifold gauge.
SERVICE COUPLERS
Never 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 HFC-134a (R-134a) and speci-
fied lubricants have been used with the scale. If the scale controls
refrigerant flow electronically, the hose fitting must be 1/2″-16
ACME.
CALIBRATING ACR4 WEIGHT SCALE
Calibrate the scale every three months.
To calibrate the weight scale on the ACR4:
1. Press Shift/Reset and Enter at the same time.
2. Press 8787 . “A1 ” will be displayed.
3. Remove all weight from the scale.
4. Press 0 , then press Enter . “0.00 ” will be displayed and change to “A2 ”.
5. Place a known weight (dumbbell or similar weight), between 4.5 and 8.6 kg (10 and 19 lb) on the center of
the weight scale.
6. Enter the known weight using four digits. (Example 10 lb = 10.00, 10.5 lb = 10.50)
7. Press Enter — the display returns to the vacuum mode.
8. Press Shift/Reset and Enter at the same time.
9. Press 6 — the known weight on the scale is displayed.
10. Remove the known weight from the scale. “0.00 ” will be displayed.
11 . P r e s s Shift/Reset to return the ACR4 to the program mode.
RHA272D
Shut-off valve rotation A/C service valve
Clockwise Open
Counterclockwise Close
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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 accuracy of the cylinder is generally less than that of an
electronic scale or of quality recycle/recharge equipment.
Precautions for Leak Detection DyeEJS0027Z

The A/C system contains a fluorescent leak detection dye used for locating refrigerant leaks. An ultraviolet
(UV) lamp is required to illuminate the dye when inspecting for leaks.

Always wear fluorescence enhancing UV safety goggles to protect your eyes and enhance the visibility of
the fluorescent dye.

The fluorescent dye leak detector is not a replacement for an electronic refrigerant leak detector. The fluo-
rescent dye leak detector should be used in conjunction with an electronic refrigerant leak detector to (J-
41995) pin-point refrigerant leaks.

For your safety and your customer’s satisfaction, read and follow all manufacture's operating instructions
and precautions prior to performing the work.

A compressor shaft seal should not be repaired because of dye seepage. The compressor shaft seal
should only be repaired after confirming the leak with an electronic refrigerant leak detector.

Always remove any remaining dye from the leak area after repairs are complete to avoid a misdiagnosis
during a future service.

Do not allow dye to come into contact with painted body panels or interior components. If dye is spilled,
clean immediately with the approved dye cleaner. Fluorescent dye left on a surface for an extended period
of time cannot be removed.

Do not spray the fluorescent dye cleaning agent on hot surfaces (engine exhaust manifold, etc.).

Do not use more than one refrigerant dye bottle (1/4 ounce / 7.4 cc) per A/C system.

Leak detection dyes for HFC-134a (R-134a) and CFC-12 (R-12) A/C systems are different. Do not use
HFC-134a (R-134a) leak detection dye in CFC-12 (R-12) A/C system or CFC-12 (R-12) leak detection
dye in HFC-134a (R-134a) A/C system or A/C system damage may result.

The fluorescent properties of the dye will remain for over three (3) years unless a compressor malfunction
occurs.