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• Start engine. With engine speed increased, check again for fuel leakage at connection points.
• Run engine to check for unusual noise and vibration.
• Warm up engine thoroughly to make sure there is no leak
age of fuel, exhaust gas, or any oils/fluids including
engine oil and engine coolant.
• Bleed air from passages in lines and hoses, such as in cooling system.
• After cooling down engine, again check oil/fluid levels including engine oil and engine coolant. Refill to spec- ified level, if necessary.
• Summary of the inspection items:
*Power steering fluid, brake fluid, etc. Item
Before starting engine Engine runningAfter engine stopped
Engine coolant LevelLeakage Level
Engine oil LevelLeakage Level
Transmission/
transaxle fluid A/T and CVT Models
LeakageLevel/Leakage Leakage
M/T Models Level/Leakage LeakageLevel/Leakage
Other oils and fluids* LevelLeakage Level
Fuel LeakageLeakageLeakage
Exhaust gas —Leakage —
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ENGINE
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CONTENTS
EXHAUST SYSTEM
PRECAUTION ....... ........................................2
PRECAUTIONS .............................................. .....2
Precaution for Supplemental Restraint System
(SRS) "AIR BAG" and "SEAT BELT PRE-TEN-
SIONER" ............................................................. ......
2
Precaution Necessary for Steering Wheel Rota-
tion After Battery Disconnect ............................... ......
2
Precaution for Liquid Gasket .....................................3
PREPARATION ............................................4
PREPARATION ..................................................4
Special Service Tool ............................................ .....4
Commercial Service Tool .........................................4
ON-VEHICLE MAINTENANCE .....................5
EXHAUST SYSTEM ...........................................5
Checking Exhaust System ................................... .....5
ON-VEHICLE REPAIR ..................................6
EXHAUST SYSTEM ...........................................6
Removal and Installation ..................................... .....6
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PRECAUTIONS
PRECAUTION
PRECAUTIONS
Precaution for Supplemental Restraint System (SRS) "AIR BAG" and "SEAT BELT
PRE-TENSIONER"
INFOID:0000000004857579
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 severity 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 SR and SB section of this Service Man-
ual.
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 NISSAN/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 3 minu tes before performing any service.
Precaution Necessary for Steering W heel Rotation After Battery Disconnect
INFOID:0000000004857585
NOTE:
• This Procedure is applied only to models with Intelligent Key system and NATS (NISSAN ANTI-THEFT SYS-
TEM).
• Remove and install all control units after disconnecting both battery cables with the ignition knob in the
″LOCK ″ position.
• Always use CONSULT-III to perform self-diagnosis as a part of each function inspection after finishing work.
If DTC is detected, perform trouble diagnosis according to self-diagnostic results.
For models equipped with the Intelligent Key system and NATS, an electrically controlled steering lock mech-
anism is adopted on the key cylinder.
For this reason, if the battery is disconnected or if the battery is discharged, the steering wheel will lock and
steering wheel rotation will become impossible.
If steering wheel rotation is required when battery pow er is interrupted, follow the procedure below before
starting the repair operation.
OPERATION PROCEDURE
1. Connect both battery cables. NOTE:
Supply power using jumper cables if battery is discharged.
2. Use the Intelligent Key or mechanical key to turn the ignition switch to the ″ACC ″ position. At this time, the
steering lock will be released.
3. Disconnect both battery cables. The steering lock will remain released and the steering wheel can be rotated.
4. Perform the necessary repair operation.
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5. When the repair work is completed, return the ignition switch to the
″LOCK ″ position before connecting
the battery cables. (At this time, the steering lock mechanism will engage.)
6. Perform a self-diagnosis check of al l control units using CONSULT-III.
Precaution for Liquid GasketINFOID:0000000001538868
REMOVAL OF LIQUID GASKET SEALING
• After removing the bolts and nuts, separate the mating surface and
remove the old liquid gasket sealing using Tool.
CAUTION:
Do not damage the mating surfaces.
• Tap the seal cutter to insert it (1).
• In areas where the Tool is difficult to use, lightly tap to slide it (2).
LIQUID GASKET APPLICATION PROCEDURE
1. Remove the old liquid gasket adhering to the gasket application surface and the mating surface using suitable tool.
• Remove the liquid gasket completely from the groove of the
liquid gasket application surface, bolts, and bolt holes.
2. Thoroughly clean the mating surfaces and remove adhering moisture, grease and foreign material.
3. Attach the liquid gasket tube to the Tool. Use Genuine RTV Silicone Sealant or equivalent. Refer to
GI-15, "
Recommended Chemical Products and Sealants".
4. Apply the liquid gasket without breaks to the specified location with the specified dimensions.
• If there is a groove for the liquid gasket application, apply theliquid gasket to the groove.
• As for the bolt holes, normally apply the liquid gasket inside
the holes. If specified in the procedure, it should also be
applied outside the holes.
• Within five minutes of liquid gasket application, install the mat-
ing component.
• If the liquid gasket protrudes, wipe it off immediately.
• Do not retighten after the installation.
• Wait 30 minutes or more after installation before refilling the engine with engine oil and engine coolant.
CAUTION:
If there are specific instructions in this manual, observe them.
Tool number : KV10111100 (J-37228)
WBIA0566E
PBIC0003E
Tool number : WS39930000 ( — )
WBIA0567E
SEM159F
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HEADLAMP (HI) CIRCUIT ................................28
Description ........................................................... ...28
Component Function Check ...................................28
Diagnosis Procedure ..............................................28
HEADLAMP (LO) CIRCUIT ...............................30
Description ........................................................... ...30
Component Function Check ...................................30
Diagnosis Procedure ..............................................30
FRONT FOG LAMP CIRCUIT ...........................32
Description ........................................................... ...32
Component Function Check ...................................32
Diagnosis Procedure ..............................................32
PARKING LAMP CIRCUIT ................................34
Description ........................................................... ...34
Component Function Check ...................................34
Diagnosis Procedure ..............................................34
TURN SIGNAL LAMP CIRCUIT ........................37
Description ........................................................... ...37
Component Function Check ...................................37
Diagnosis Procedure ..............................................37
OPTICAL SENSOR ...........................................40
Description ..............................................................40
Component Function Check ...................................40
Diagnosis Procedure ..............................................40
HEADLAMP AIMING SWITCH ..........................42
Description ........................................................... ...42
Diagnosis Procedure ..............................................42
HEADLAMP .......................................................43
Wiring Diagram .................................................... ...43
DAYTIME LIGHT SYSTEM ................................47
Wiring Diagram .................................................... ...47
AUTO LIGHT SYSTEM ......................................54
Wiring Diagram .................................................... ...54
HEADLAMP AIMING SYSTEM (MANUAL) ......61
Wiring Diagram .................................................... ...61
FRONT FOG LAMP SYSTEM ...........................65
Wiring Diagram .................................................... ...65
TURN SIGNAL AND HAZARD WARNING
LAMP SYSTEM .............................................. ...
68
Wiring Diagram .................................................... ...68
PARKING, LICENSE PLATE AND TAIL
LAMPS SYSTEM ............................................ ...
75
Wiring Diagram .................................................... ...75
STOP LAMP ......................................................81
Wiring Diagram .................................................... ...81
BACK-UP LAMP ................................................85
Wiring Diagram .................................................... ...85
TRAILER TOW ..................................................90
Wiring Diagram .................................................... ...90
ECU DIAGNOSIS .......................................99
BCM (BODY CONTROL MODULE) ............... ...99
Description ........................................................... ...99
IPDM E/R (INTELLIGENT POWER DISTRI-
BUTION MODULE ENGINE ROOM) ................
100
Description ........................................................... .100
SYMPTOM DIAGNOSIS ...........................101
EXTERIOR LIGHTING SYSTEM SYMPTOMS ..101
Symptom Table .................................................... .101
NORMAL OPERATING CONDITION ...............103
Description ........................................................... .103
BOTH SIDE HEADLAMPS DO NOT SWITCH
TO HIGH BEAM ................................................
104
Description ........................................................... .104
Diagnosis Procedure .............................................104
BOTH SIDE HEADLAMPS (LO) ARE NOT
TURNED ON .....................................................
105
Description ............................................................105
Diagnosis Procedure .............................................105
PARKING, LICENSE PLATE AND TAIL
LAMPS ARE NOT TURNED ON ......................
106
Description ........................................................... .106
Diagnosis Procedure .............................................106
BOTH SIDE FRONT FOG LAMPS ARE NOT
TURNED ON .....................................................
107
Description ............................................................107
Diagnosis Procedure .............................................107
PRECAUTION ...........................................108
PRECAUTIONS .............................................. ..108
Precaution for Supplemental Restraint System
(SRS) "AIR BAG" and "SEAT BELT PRE-TEN-
SIONER" .............................................................. .
108
Precaution Necessary for Steering Wheel Rota-
tion After Battery Disconnect ................................
108
ON-VEHICLE REPAIR ..............................110
ADJUSTMENT AND INSPECTION ................ ..110
HEADLAMP ............................................................ .110
HEADLAMP : Aiming Adjustment .........................110
FRONT FOG LAMP ................................................ .111
FRONT FOG LAMP : Aiming Adjustment .............111
REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION .............113
HEADLAMP .................................................... ..113
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Component Parts LocationINFOID:0000000006095110
Component DescriptionINFOID:0000000006095111
1. BCM M18, M19, M20 (view with instru- ment panel removed) 2. IPDM E/R E119, E122, E123, E124 3. Combination meter M23, M24
4. Combination switch M28 5. Trailer tow relay 1 M51 (view with
steering member removed) 6. Battery
7. Trailer turn relay LH E156 8. Trailer turn relay RH E157 9. Trailer tow relay 2 E140
10. Stop lamp switch E38
AWLIA1772ZZ
Part name Description
BCM • Receives lighting and turn signal requests from combination
switch.
• Receives stop lamp signal requests from combination meter via CAN communication.
• Sends lighting signal request to the IPDM E/R to control the tail
lamp relay via CAN communication.
• Sends turn/hazard/brake control signal to the trailer turn relays.
IPDM E/R Activates the tail lamp relay upon request from the BCM via CAN
communication.
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PRECAUTIONS
PRECAUTION
PRECAUTIONS
Precaution for Supplemental Restraint System (SRS) "AIR BAG" and "SEAT BELT
PRE-TENSIONER"
INFOID:0000000004913877
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 severity 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 SR and SB section of this Service Man-
ual.
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 NISSAN/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 3 minu tes before performing any service.
Precaution Necessary for Steering W heel Rotation After Battery Disconnect
INFOID:0000000006218447
NOTE:
• This Procedure is applied only to models with Intelligent Key system and NATS (NISSAN ANTI-THEFT SYS-
TEM).
• Remove and install all control units after disconnecting both battery cables with the ignition knob in the
″LOCK ″ position.
• Always use CONSULT-III to perform self-diagnosis as a part of each function inspection after finishing work.
If DTC is detected, perform trouble diagnosis according to self-diagnostic results.
For models equipped with the Intelligent Key system and NATS, an electrically controlled steering lock mech-
anism is adopted on the key cylinder.
For this reason, if the battery is disconnected or if the battery is discharged, the steering wheel will lock and
steering wheel rotation will become impossible.
If steering wheel rotation is required when battery pow er is interrupted, follow the procedure below before
starting the repair operation.
OPERATION PROCEDURE
1. Connect both battery cables. NOTE:
Supply power using jumper cables if battery is discharged.
2. Use the Intelligent Key or mechanical key to turn the ignition switch to the ″ACC ″ position. At this time, the
steering lock will be released.
3. Disconnect both battery cables. The steering lock will remain released and the steering wheel can be rotated.
4. Perform the necessary repair operation.
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5. When the repair work is completed, return the ignition switch to the ″LOCK ″ position before connecting
the battery cables. (At this time, the steering lock mechanism will engage.)
6. Perform a self-diagnosis check of al l control units using CONSULT-III.
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LIGHTING & TURN SIGNAL SWITCH
Removal and InstallationINFOID:0000000001547172
REMOVAL
1. Remove steering column cover.
2. While pressing tabs, pull lighting and turn signal switch toward driver door and disconnect from the base.
INSTALLATION
Installation is in the reverse order of removal.
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BODY EXTERIOR, DOORS, ROOF & VEHICLE SECURITY
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CONTENTS
EXTERIOR
SERVICE INFORMATION .. ..........................2
PRECAUTIONS .............................................. .....2
Precaution for Supplemental Restraint System
(SRS) "AIR BAG" and "SEAT BELT PRE-TEN-
SIONER" ............................................................. ......
2
Precaution Necessary for Steering Wheel Rota-
tion After Battery Disconnect ............................... ......
2
Service Notice ...........................................................3
PREPARATION ...................................................4
Special Service Tool ........................................... ......4
Commercial Service Tool ..........................................4
SQUEAK AND RATTLE TROUBLE DIAG-
NOSES ................................................................
5
Work Flow ........................................................... ......5
Generic Squeak and Rattle Troubleshooting ............7
Diagnostic Worksheet ...............................................9
CLIP AND FASTENER .......................................11
Description .......................................................... ....11
FRONT BUMPER ...............................................13
Removal and Installation .........................................13
REAR BUMPER ............................................. ....15
Removal and Installation .........................................15
FRONT GRILLE .................................................17
Removal and Installation ..................................... ....17
COWL TOP .......................................................18
Removal and Installation .........................................18
FRONT FENDER ...............................................20
Removal and Installation .........................................20
OVER FENDER .................................................21
Removal and Installation .........................................21
FENDER PROTECTOR ....................................23
Removal and Installation .........................................23
LICENSE LAMP FINISHER ..............................24
Removal and Installation .........................................24
RUNNING BOARDS .........................................25
Removal and Installation .........................................25
REAR SPOILER ................................................26
Removal and Installation .........................................26
ROOF RACK .....................................................27
Removal and Installation ..................................... ....27
DOOR OUTSIDE MOLDING .............................28
Removal and Installation .........................................28
SIDE GUARD MOLDING ..................................30
Removal and Installation ..................................... ....30
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