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HAC-116
< SYMPTOM DIAGNOSIS >[AUTOMATIC AIR CONDITIONER]
INSUFFICIENT COOLING
Low-pressure Side
Becomes Negative
Gauge indication Refrigerant cycleProbable causeCorrective action
Low-pressure side sometimes be-
comes negative. • Air conditioning system does
not function and does not cy-
clically cool the compart-
ment air.
• The system constantly func- tions for a certain period of
time after compressor is
stopped and restarted. Refrigerant does not discharge
cyclically.
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Moisture is frozen at expan-
sion valve outlet and inlet.
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Water is mixed with refrigerant.
• Drain water from refrigerant
or replace refrigerant.
• Replace liquid tank.
AC354A
Gauge indication Refrigerant cycleProbable causeCorrective action
Low-pressure side becomes nega-
tive. Liquid tank or front/rear side of
expansion valve′s pipe is frost-
ed or dewed. High-pressure side is closed
and refrigerant does not flow.
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Expansion valve or liquid tank
is frosted. Leave the system at rest until
no frost is present. Start it
again to check whether or not
the malfunction is caused by
water or foreign particles.
• If water is the cause, initially
cooling is okay. Then the wa-
ter freezes causing a block-
age. Drain water from
refrigerant or replace refrig-
erant.
• If due to foreign particles, re- move expansion valve and
remove the particles with dry
and compressed air (not
shop air).
• If either of the above meth- ods cannot correct the mal-
function, replace expansion
valve.
• Replace liquid tank.
• Check oil for contamination.
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INSUFFICIENT HEATINGHAC-117
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INSUFFICIENT HEATING
Component Function CheckINFOID:0000000001679835
SYMPTOM: Insufficient heating
INSPECTION FLOW
1.CONFIRM SYMPTOM BY PERFORMING OPERAT IONAL CHECK - TEMPERATURE INCREASE
1. Press the AUTO switch.
2. Turn the temperature control dial (driver) clockwise until 32 °C (90 °F) is displayed.
3. Check for hot air at discharge air outlets.
Can this symptom be duplicated?
YES >> GO TO 2.
NO >> Perform complete system operational check. Refer to HAC-4, "
Operational Check (Front)".
2.CHECK FOR SERVICE BULLETINS
Check for any service bulletins.
>> GO TO 3.
3.PERFORM SELF-DIAGNOSIS
Perform self-diagnosis. Refer to HAC-22, "
A/C Auto Amp. Self-Diagnosis".
Is the inspection results normal?
YES >> GO TO 4.
NO >> Refer to HAC-23, "
A/C System Self-Diagnosis Code Chart".
4.CHECK ENGINE COOLING SYSTEM
1. Check for proper engine coolant level. Refer to CO-10, "
Inspection".
2. Check hoses for leaks or kinks.
3. Check radiator cap. Refer to CO-10, "
Inspection".
4. Check for air in cooling system.
>> GO TO 5.
5.CHECK AIR MIX DOOR OPERATION
Check the operation of the air mix door.
Is the inspection result normal?
YES >> GO TO 6.
NO >> Check the air mix door motor circuit. Refer to HAC-31, "
Air Mix Door Motor Component Function
Check".
6.CHECK AIR DUCTS
Check for disconnected or leaking air ducts.
Is the inspection result normal?
YES >> GO TO 7.
NO >> Repair all disconnected or leaking air ducts.
7.CHECK HEATER HOSE TEMPERATURES
1. Start engine and warm it up to normal operating temperature.
2. Touch both the inlet and outlet heater hoses.
Is the inspection result normal?
YES >> Hot inlet hose and a warm outlet hose: GO TO 8.
NO >> • Inlet hose cold: GO TO 11. • Both hoses warm: GO TO 9.
8.CHECK ENGINE COOLANT SYSTEM
Check engine control temperature sensor. Refer to EC-126, "
Component Inspection".
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LAN
TROUBLE DIAGNOSISLAN-9
< FUNCTION DIAGNOSIS > [CAN FUNDAMENTAL]
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Example: Main Line Between Data Link Connector and ABS Actuator and Electr
ic Unit (Control Unit) Open Circuit
Example: CAN-H, CAN-L Harness Short Circuit
SKIB8740E
Unit name Symptom
ECM Engine torque limiting is affected, and shift harshness increases.
BCM • Reverse warning chime does not sound.
• The front wiper moves under continuous operation mode even though the front wip-
er switch being in the intermittent position.
EPS control unit The steering effort increases.
Combination meter • The shift position indicator and OD OFF indicator turn OFF.
• The speedometer is inoperative.
• The odo/trip meter stops.
ABS actuator and electric unit (control unit) Normal operation.
TCM No impact on operation.
IPDM E/R When the ignition switch is ON,
• The headlamps (Lo) turn ON.
• The cooling fan continues to rotate.
SKIB8741E
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LAN-10
< FUNCTION DIAGNOSIS >[CAN FUNDAMENTAL]
TROUBLE DIAGNOSIS
Self-Diagnosis
INFOID:0000000001374968
CAN Diagnostic Support MonitorINFOID:0000000001374969
CONSULT-III and CAN diagnostic support monitor (on-boar d diagnosis function) are used for detecting root
cause.
MONITOR ITEM (CONSULT-III)
Unit name Symptom
ECM • Engine torque limiting is affected, and shift harshness increases.
• Engine speed drops.
BCM • Reverse warning chime does not sound.
• The front wiper moves under continuous operation mode even though the front
wiper switch being in the intermittent position.
• The room lamp does not turn ON.
• The engine does not start (if an error or malfunction occurs while turning the igni- tion switch OFF.)
• The steering lock does not release (if an error or malfunction occurs while turning the ignition switch OFF.)
EPS control unit The steering effort increases.
Combination meter • The tachometer and the speedometer do not move.
• Warning lamps turn ON.
• Indicator lamps do not turn ON.
ABS actuator and electric unit (control unit) Normal operation.
TCM No impact on operation.
IPDM E/R When the ignition switch is ON,
• The headlamps (Lo) turn ON.
• The cooling fan continues to rotate.
DTC
Self-diagnosis item
(CONSULT-III indication) DTC detection condition
Inspection/Action
U1000 CAN COMM CIRCUIT When ECM is not transmitting or receiving CAN
communication signal of OBD (emission-related
diagnosis) for 2 seconds or more.
Refer to LAN-13
.
When a control unit (except for ECM) is not
transmitting or receiving CAN communication
signal for 2 seconds or more.
U1001 CAN COMM CIRCUIT When ECM is not transmitting or receiving CAN
communication signal other than OBD (emis-
sion-related diagnosis) for 2 seconds or more.
U1002 SYSTEM COMM When a control unit is not transmitting or receiv-
ing CAN communication signal for 2 seconds or
less. Start the inspection. Re-
fer to the applicable sec-
tion of the indicated
control unit.
U1010 CONTROL UNIT [CAN] When an error is detected during the initial diag-
nosis for CAN controller of each control unit. Replace the control unit
indicating “U1010”.
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LAN-44
< FUNCTION DIAGNOSIS >[CAN]
CAN COMMUNICATION SYSTEM
FUNCTION DIAGNOSIS
CAN COMMUNICATION SYSTEM
CAN System Specification ChartINFOID:0000000001282400
Determine CAN system type from the following specificat
ion chart. Then choose the correct diagnosis sheet.
NOTE:
Refer to LAN-14, "
Trouble Diagnosis Procedure" for how to use CAN system specification chart.
×: Applicable
VEHICLE EQUIPMENT IDENTIFICATION INFORMATION
NOTE:
Check CAN system type from the vehicle shape and equipment.
CAN Communication Signal ChartINFOID:0000000001282401
Refer to LAN-13, "How to Use CAN Communication Signal Chart" for how to use CAN communication signal
chart.
NOTE:
Refer to LAN-36, "
Abbreviation List" for the abbreviations of the connecting units.
T: Transmit R: Receive
Body type Wagon
Axle 2WD4WD
Engine VK56DE
Transmission A/T
Brake control VDC
ICC system ××
CAN system type 1234
Diagnosis sheet LAN-40
LAN-41LAN-42LAN-43
AWMIA0012GB
Signal name/Connecting unitECM
TCM
LASER ICC
ADP
AV
BCM
HVAC I-KEY M&A
STRG 4WDABS
IPDM-E
Accelerator pedal position signal T RR R R
A/C compressor request signal T R
ASCD CRUISE lamp signal T R
ASCD OD cancel request signal T R
ASCD operation signal T R
ASCD SET lamp signal T R
Battery voltage signal T R
Closed throttle position signal T RR
Cooling fan speed request signal T R
Engine coolant temperature signal T RR
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MA-4
< PREPARATION >
PREPARATION
PREPARATION
Special Service ToolINFOID:0000000006054112
The actual shapes of the Kent-Moore tools may differ from those of the special service tools illustrated here.
Commercial Service ToolINFOID:0000000001606162
Tool number
(Kent-Moore No.)
Tool name Description
ST25051001
(J-25695-1)
Oil pressure gauge Measuring oil pressure
Maximum measuring range:
2,452 kPa (25 kg/cm
2, 356 psi)
ST25052000
(J-25695-2)
Hose Adapting oil pressure gauge to cylinder block
KV10115801
(J-38956)
Oil filter cap wrench Removing and installing oil filter
a: 64.3 mm (2.531 in)
KV991J0010
(J-23688)
Engine coolant refractometer Checking concentration of ethylene glycol in
engine coolant
KV991J0070
(J-45695)
Coolant refill tool Filling cooling system
—
(J-24460-92)
Radiator pressure test adapter set Adapting radiator pressure tester to reservoir
filler neck.
S-NT050
S-NT559
NT375
WBIA0539E
LMA053
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MA-12
< ON-VEHICLE MAINTENANCE >
RECOMMENDED FLUIDS AND LUBRICANTS
RECOMMENDED FLUIDS AND LUBRICANTS
Fluids and LubricantsINFOID:0000000001606168
*1: For further details, refer to MA-12, "Engine Oil Recommendation" .
*2: Using automatic transmission fluid other than Genuine NISSAN Matic J ATF may cause deterioration in driveability and
automatic transmission durability, and may damage the automatic transmission, which is not covered by the NISSAN new
vehicle limited warranty.
*3: DEXRON
TM VI type ATF may also be used.
*4: Available in mainland U.S.A. through your INFINITI dealer.
*5: For further details, see “Air conditioner specification label”.
*6: For hot climates, viscosity SAE 90 is suitable for ambient te mperatures above 0° C (32 ° F).
*7: Using fluid other than Genuine NISSAN Matic D ATF may cause de terioration in driveability and transfer durability, and may
damage the transfer, which is not covered by the NISSAN new vehicle limited warranty.
*8: For improved vehicle performance, INFINITI recommends the use of unleaded premium gasoline with an octane rating of at leas t 91
AKI (RON 96). For further details, refer to GI-27, "
Precaution for Fuel (Unleaded Premium Gasoline Recommended)".
*9: See your INFINITI dealer for service for synthetic oil.
Engine Oil RecommendationINFOID:0000000006211816
Description Capacity (Approximate)
Recommended Fluids/Lubricants
Metric US measure Imp measure
Fuel 105.8 28 gal 23 1/4 gal Unleaded gasoline with an octane rating
of at least 87 AKI (RON 91) *8
Engine oil
Drain and refill With oil filter
change
6.5
6 7/8 qt 5 3/4 qt
• API Certification Mark*1
• Viscosity SAE 5W-30
Without oil filter
change
6.2
6 1/2 qt 5 1/2 qt
Dry engine (engine overhaul) 7.6 8 qt
6 3/4 qt
Cooling system With reservoir
at MAX level
14.4
15 1/4 qt 12 5/8 qt Genuine NISSAN Long Life Anti-freeze
coolant or equivalent
Automatic transmission fluid (ATF) 10.6 11 1/4 qt 9 3/8 qt Genuine NISSAN Matic J ATF *2
Rear final drive oil 1.75 3 3/4 pt 3 1/8 pt API GL-5 Synthetic 75W-90 Gear Oil
(Part No. 999MP-DF200P) or equivalent
*9
Transfer fluid 3.0 3 1/8 qt 2 5/8 qt Genuine NISSAN Matic D ATF *7
Front final drive oil 1.6 3 3/8 pt 2 7/8 pt API GL-5 Viscosity SAE 80W-90 *6
Power steering fluid (PSF) 1.0 1 1/8 qt 7/8 qt Genuine NISSAN PSF or equivalent *3
Brake fluid —— —Genuine NISSAN Super Heavy Duty
Brake Fluid or equivalent,
DOT 3 (US FMVSS No. 116) *4
Brake grease —— —PBC (poly butyl cuprysil) grease or equiv-
alent
Multi-purpose grease —— — NLGI No. 2 (lithium soap base)
Windshield washer fluid 4.9 5 1/8 qt 4 3/8 qt Genuine NISSAN Windshield Washer
Concentrate Cleaner & Anti-freeze or
equivalent
Air conditioning system refrigerant 1.08 ± 0.05 kg 2.38 ± 0.11 lb 2.38 ± 0.11 lb HFC-134a (R-134a) *5
Air conditioning system oil 290 m9.8 fl oz 10.2 fl oz NISSAN A/C System Oil Type S or equiv-
alent *5
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RECOMMENDED FLUIDS AND LUBRICANTSMA-13
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NISSAN recommends the use of an energy conserving oil in order to
improve fuel economy. Select only
engine oils that meet the Ameri-
can Petroleum Institute (API) cert ification and International Lubricant
Standardization and Approval Committee (ILSAC) certification and
SAE viscosity standard (2). These oils have the API certification
mark (1) on the front of the container. Oils which do not have the
specified quality label should not be used as they could cause
engine damage.
Anti-Freeze Coolant Mixture RatioINFOID:0000000006211817
The engine cooling system is filled at the factory with a high-quality, year-round, anti-freeze coolant solution.
The anti-freeze solution contains rust and corrosion inhi bitors. Therefore, additional cooling system additives
are not necessary.
CAUTION:
• When adding or replacing coolant, be sure to use only Genuine NISSAN Long Life Anti-freeze cool-
ant or equivalent with the proper mixture ratio of 50% anti-freeze and 50% demineralized water or
distilled water.
• Other types of coolant solutions may damage your cooling system.
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For outside temperatures down to: Anti-freeze coolant mixture ratio
° C ° F Genuine NISSAN Long Life An-
tifreeze coolant Demineralized water or distilled wa-
ter
– 35° – 30° 50 % 50 %
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MA-14
< ON-VEHICLE MAINTENANCE >
ENGINE MAINTENANCE
ENGINE MAINTENANCE
Checking Drive BeltsINFOID:0000000001606170
WARNING:
Be sure to perform when the engine is stopped.
1. Remove air duct and resonator assembly (inlet) when inspecting drive belt.
2. Make sure that indicator (single line notch) of each auto tensioner is within the allowable working range“A” (between three line notches) as shown.
NOTE:
• Check the auto tensioner indication when the engine is cold.
• When the new drive belt is installed, the range should be “A” as shown.
• The indicator notch is located on the moving side of the auto tensioner.
3. Visually check entire belt for wear, damage or cracks.
4. If the indicator is out of allowable working range or belt is damaged, replace the belt. Refer to EM-13,
"Removal and Installation".
DRIVE BELT TENSION
There is no manual drive belt tension adjustment. The driv e belt tension is automatically adjusted by the auto
tensioner.
Changing Engine CoolantINFOID:0000000001606171
WARNING:
• To avoid being scalded, never change the coolant when the engine is hot.
• Wrap a thick cloth around the cap to carefully remove the cap. First, turn the cap a quarter of a turn
to release any built-up pressure, th en push down and turn the cap all the way to remove it.
DRAINING ENGINE COOLANT
1. Turn ignition switch ON and set temperature control lever all the way to HOT position or the highest tem-
perature position. Wait 10 seconds and turn ignition switch OFF.
2. Remove the engine front undercover using power tool.
1. Drive belt 2. Power steering oil pump pulley 3. Generator pulley
4. Crankshaft pulley 5. A/C compressor6. Idler pulley
7. Cooling fan pulley 8. Water pump pulley 9. Drive belt tensioner
LBIA0391E
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ENGINE MAINTENANCEMA-15
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3. Open the radiator drain plug at the bottom of the radiator, and
remove the radiator filler cap. This is the only step required
when partially draining the cooling system (radiator only).
CAUTION:
Do not to allow the coolant to contact the drive belts.
4. When draining all of the coolant in the system for engine removal or repair, it is necessary to drain the cylinder block.
Remove the RH cylinder block drain plug to drain the right bank
and the oil cooler hose to drain the left bank as shown.
5. Remove the reservoir tank to drain the engine cool ant, then clean the reservoir tank before installing it.
6. Check the drained coolant for contaminants such as rust, corrosion or discoloration. If the coolant is contaminated, flush the engine cooling system. Refer to CO-11, "
Changing Engine Cool-
ant" .
REFILLING ENGINE COOLANT
1. Close the radiator drain plug. Install the reservoir tank, cylinder block drain plug, and the oil cooler hose, if
removed for a total system drain or for engine removal or repair.
• 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-15, "
Recommended Chemical Products and Sealants" .
2. 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.
3. Remove the vented reservoir cap and replace it wit h a non-vented reservoir cap before filling the cooling
system.
WBIA0391E
PBIC0146E
WBIA0392E
Radiator drain plug : Refer to CO-15 .
RH cylinder block drain plug : Refer to EM-82
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