Meter NISSAN ALMERA N16 2001 Electronic User Guide

NEW TERMNEW ACRONYM /
ABBREVIATIONOLD TERM
Malfunction indicator lamp MIL Check engine light
Manifold absolute pressure MAP ***
Manifold absolute pressure sensor MAPS ***
Manifold differential pressure MDP ***
Manifold differential pressure sensor MDPS ***
Manifold surface temperature MST ***
Manifold surface temperature sensor MSTS ***
Manifold vacuum zone MVZ ***
Manifold vacuum zone sensor MVZS ***
Mass air flow sensor MAFS Air flow meter
Mixture control solenoid valve MC solenoid valve Air-fuel ratio control solenoid valve
Multiport fuel injection system MFI system Fuel injection control
Nonvolatile random access memory NVRAM ***
On board diagnostic system OBD system Self-diagnoses
Open loop OL Open loop
Oxidation catalyst OC Catalyst
Oxidation catalytic converter system OC system ***
Oxygen sensor O2S Exhaust gas sensor
Park position switch *** Park switch
Park/neutral position switch PNP switch Park/neutral switch
Inhibitor switch
Neutral position switch
Periodic trap oxidizer system PTOX system ***
Positive crankcase ventilation PCV Positive crankcase ventilation
Positive crankcase ventilation valve PCV valve PCV valve
Powertrain control module PCM ***
Programmable read only memory PROM ***
Pulsed secondary air injection control
solenoid valvePAIRC solenoid valve AIV control solenoid valve
Pulsed secondary air injection system PAIR system Air induction valve (AIV) control
Pulsed secondary air injection valve PAIR valve Air induction valve
Random access memory RAM ***
Read only memory ROM ***
Scan tool ST ***
Secondary air injection pump AIR pump ***
Secondary air injection system AIR system ***
Sequential multiport fuel injection system SFI system Sequential fuel injection
Service reminder indicator SRI ***
ISO 15031-2 TERMINOLOGY LIST
ISO 15031-2 (Cont'd)
GI-52

NEW TERMNEW ACRONYM /
ABBREVIATIONOLD TERM
Simultaneous multiport fuel injection sys-
tem*** Simultaneous fuel injection
Smoke puff limiter system SPL system ***
Supercharger SC ***
Supercharger bypass SCB ***
System readiness test SRT ***
Thermal vacuum valve TVV Thermal vacuum valve
Three way catalyst TWC Catalyst
Three way catalytic converter system TWC system ***
Three way + oxidation catalyst TWC + OC Catalyst
Three way + oxidation catalytic converter
systemTWC + OC system ***
Throttle body TB Throttle chamber
SPI body
Throttle body fuel injection system TBI system Fuel injection control
Throttle position TP Throttle position
Throttle position sensor TPS Throttle sensor
Throttle position switch TP switch Throttle switch
Torque converter clutch solenoid valve TCC solenoid valve Lock-up cancel solenoid
Lock-up solenoid
Transmission control module TCM A/T control unit
Turbocharger TC Turbocharger
Vehicle speed sensor VSS Vehicle speed sensor
Volume air flow sensor VAFS Air flow meter
Warm up oxidation catalyst WU-OC Catalyst
Warm up oxidation catalytic converter sys-
temWU-OC system ***
Warm up three way catalyst WU-TWC Catalyst
Warm up three way catalytic converter
systemWU-TWC system ***
Wide open throttle position switch WOTP switch Full switch
ISO 15031-2 TERMINOLOGY LIST
ISO 15031-2 (Cont'd)
GI-53

NJMA0036
Shown below are Pre-delivery Inspection Items required for the new vehicle. It is recommended that
necessary items other than those listed here be added, paying due regard to the conditions in each
country.
Perform applicable items on each model. Consult text of this section for specifications.
UNDER HOOD Ð engine off
Radiator coolant level and coolant hose connections for leaks
Battery fluid level, specific gravity and conditions of battery terminals
Drive belts tension
Fuel filter for water or dusts (Diesel only), and fuel lines and connections for leaks
Engine oil level and oil leaks
Clutch and brake reservoir fluid level and fluid lines for leaks
Windshield and rear window washer and headlamp cleaner reservoir fluid level
Power steering reservoir fluid level and hose connections for leaks
ON INSIDE AND OUTSIDE
Remove front spring/strut spacer (If applicable)
Operation of all instruments, gauges, lights and accessories
Operation of horn(s), wiper and washer
Steering lock for operation
Check air conditioner for gas leaks
Front and rear seats, and seat belts for operation
All moldings, trims and fittings for fit and alignment
All windows for operation and alignment
Hood, trunk lid, door panels for fit and alignment
Latches, keys and locks for operation
Weatherstrips for adhesion and fit
Headlamp aiming
Tighten wheel nuts (Inc. inner nuts if applicable)
Tire pressure (Inc. spare tire)
Check front wheels for toe-in
Install clock/voltmeter/room lamp fuse (If applicable)
Install deodorizing filter to air conditioner (If applicable)
Remove wiper blade protectors (If applicable)
UNDER BODY
Manual transmission/transaxle, transfer and differential gear oil level
Brake and fuel lines and oil/fluid reservoirs for leaks
Tighten bolts and nuts of steering linkage and gear box, suspension, propeller shafts and drive shafts
Tighten rear body bolts and nuts (Models with wooden bed only)
ROAD TEST
Clutch operation
Parking brake operation
Service brake operation
Automatic transmission/transaxle shift timing and kickdown
Steering control and returnability
Engine performance
Squeaks and rattles
ENGINE OPERATING AND HOT
Adjust idle speed
Automatic transmission/transaxle fluid level
Engine idling and stop knob operation (Diesel only)
FINAL INSPECTION
Install necessary parts (outside mirror, wheel covers, seat belts, mat, carpet or mud flaps)
Inspect for interior and exterior metal and paint damage
Check for spare tire, jack, tools (wheel chock), and literature
Wash, clean interior and exterior
: Not applicable to this model
PRE-DELIVERY INSPECTION ITEMS
MA-2

Engine and Emission Control Maintenance
(Gasoline engine)
NJMA0005S04Abbreviations: I = Inspect and correct or replace as necessary, R = Replace, A = Adjust, C = Clean, E = Check and correct the
engine coolant mixture ratio.
MAINTENANCE OPERATIONMAINTENANCE INTERVAL
Refer-
ence
page Perform either at number of kilometers (miles)
or months, whichever comes first.km x 1,000
(Miles x 1,000)
Months1
(0.6)
Ð10
(6)
620
(12)
1230
(18)
1840
(24)
2450
(30)
3060
(36)
3670
(42)
4280
(48)
48
Underhood and under vehicle
Torque of manifolds & exhaust tube nuts*1 I Ð
Intake & exhaust valve clearance*2AAAAEM-42
Drive belts I*1 I*1 I I*1 I EM-15
Engine oil (Use API SE, SF, SG, SH or SJ
oil.)HRRRRRRRRLC-8
Engine oil filter (Use Part No. 15208 65F01 or
equivalent)HRRRRRRRRLC-9
Engine coolant (Use Nissan genuine engine
coolant L2N or equivalent in its quality.)See NOTE (1) E R LC-17
Cooling systemIIIILC-12
Fuel linesI I FE-5
Air cleaner filter (Dry paper type)HCCCRCCCREM-0
Air cleaner filter (Viscous paper type)HR R EM-17
Fuel filter See NOTE (2) FE-9
Positive crankcase ventilation (PCV) system I*1 I*1 I*1 I*1 EC-37
Spark plugs (Conventional type)*3 R R EM-18
Spark plugs (Conventional type, For leaded
fuel)*1I R I R I R I R EM-18
Spark plugs (Conventional type, For unleaded
fuel)*1I I I R I I I R EM-18
EVAP vapor lines (With carbon canister) I I EC-34
Vacuum hoses & connections*1IIIIEC-27
Heated oxygen sensor (Exhaust gas sensor) I I EC-176
NOTE:
HMaintenance items with ªHº should be performed more frequently according to ªMaintenance Under Severe Driving Con-
ditionsº.
(1) Use Nissan genuine engine coolant, or equivalent in its quality, in order to avoid possible aluminum corrosion within the
engine cooling system caused by the use of non-genuine engine coolant. After first replacement, replace every 40,000 km (24,
000 miles) or 24 months.
(2) Maintenance-free item. For service procedures, refer to FE section.
*1: Models without three way catalyst
*2: For models with three way catalyst, periodic maintenance is not required. However, if valve noise increases, check valve clearance.
*3: Models with three way catalyst
PERIODIC MAINTENANCE (EXCEPT FOR EUROPE)
Engine and Emission Control Maintenance (Gasoline engine)
MA-5

NJMA0043
The following tables show the normal maintenance schedule. Depending upon weather and atmospheric
conditions, varying road surfaces, individual driving habits and vehicle usage, additional or more frequent
maintenance may be required.
Periodic maintenance beyond the last period shown on the tables requires similar maintenance.
Maintenance Schedule for Petrol Engines
(Annual Mileage < 30,000 km/year)
NJMA0043S01QG15DE/QG18DE ENGINESNJMA0043S0101Abbreviations: R = Replace I = Inspect: Correct or replace if necessary
MAINTENANCE OPERATIONMAINTENANCE INTERVAL
Refer-
ence
pages Perform on a kilometer basis, but on
an annual basis when driving less than
15,000 km (9,000 miles) per yearkm x 1,000
(miles x 1,000)
Months15
(9)
1230
(18)
2445
(27)
3660
(36)
4875
(45)
6090
(54)
72105
(63)
84120
(72)
96
Engine compartment and under vehicle
Engine oil (Use recommended oil)HRRRRRRRRLC-8
Engine oil filter (Use NISSAN genuine
part or equivalent)HRRRRRRRRLC-9
Drive beltsIIIIIIIIEM-15
Cooling systemIIIIIIIILC-12
Engine anti-freeze coolant (Use genu-
ine NISSAN Anti-Freeze Coolant (L2N)
or equivalent)See NOTE (1) I R I LC-17
Air cleaner filterHR R EM-17
Intake and exhaust valve clearance See NOTE (2) EM-42
Fuel and EVAP vapour linesIIIIFE-5/
EC-33
Spark plugsRRRREM-18
Fuel filter See NOTE (3) FE-9
Heated oxygen sensor (Exhaust gas
sensor)HSee NOTE (4)GI-40,
EC-45
NOTE:
(1) First replace at 90,000 km (54,000 miles)/60 months, then every 60,000 km (36,000 miles)/48 months. Perform ªIº (Check-
ing the mixture ratio and correcting the mixture ratio if necessary) at the middle of replacement interval.
(2) Periodic maintenance is not required. However, if valve noise increases, check valve clearance.
(3) Fuel filter is maintenance-free. For service procedures, refer to FE section.
(4) Perform only according to ªMaintenance Under Severe Driving Conditionsº for models without Euro-OBD system. For
models with Euro-OBD system, periodic maintenance is not required.
HMaintenance items with ªHº should be performed more frequently according to ªMaintenance Under Severe Driving Con-
ditionsº.
PERIODIC MAINTENANCE (FOR EUROPE)
Maintenance Schedule for Petrol Engines (Annual Mileage < 30,000 km/year)
MA-8

Maintenance Schedule for Diesel Engines
(Annual Mileage < 30,000 km/year)
=NJMA0043S02YD22DDT ENGINENJMA0043S0201Abbreviations: R = Replace I = Inspect: Correct or replace if necessary
MAINTENANCE OPERATIONMAINTENANCE INTERVAL
Reference pages Perform on a kilometer basis, but
on an annual basis when driving
less than 20,000 km (12,000
miles) per year.km x 1,000
(miles x 1,000)
Months20
(12)
1240
(24)
2460
(36)
3680
(48)
48100
(60)
60120
(72)
72
Engine compartment and under vehicle
Engine oil (Use recommended
oil)HRRRRRRLC-30
Engine oil filter (Use Eco filter or
equivalent)HSee NOTE (1)RRRRRRLC-31
Drive beltsIIIIIIEM-84
Cooling systemIIIIIILC-37
Engine anti-freeze coolant (Use
genuine NISSAN Anti-freeze
Coolant (L2N) or equivalent)See NOTE (2) I I LC-43
Air cleaner filterHR R EM-87
Intake & exhaust valve clearance See NOTE (3) EM-132
Fuel lines I I I FE-16
Injection nozzles See NOTE (4) EC-509
Fuel filterHR R R FE-16
NOTE:
(1) Oil filter element assembly and O-ring seal are replacement parts.
(2) First replace at 100,000 km (60,000 miles)/60 months, then every 60,000 km (36,000 miles)/36 months. After first replacement,
perform ªIº (checking the mixture ratio and correcting the mixture ratio if necessary) at the middle of replacement interval.
(3) If valve noise increases, check valve clearance.
(4) If engine power decreases, black exhaust smoke is emitted or engine noise increases, check injection nozzles and if
necessary, replace injection nozzle assembly.
HMaintenance items with ªHº should be performed more frequently according to ªMaintenance Under Severe Driving Con-
ditionsº.
PERIODIC MAINTENANCE (FOR EUROPE)
Maintenance Schedule for Diesel Engines (Annual Mileage < 30,000 km/year)
MA-10

Maintenance Schedule for Petrol Engines
(Annual Mileage > 30,000 km/year)
=NJMA0043S04QG15DE/QG18DE ENGINESNJMA0043S0401Abbreviations: R = Replace I = Inspect: Correct or replace if necessary
MAINTENANCE OPERATIONMAINTENANCE INTERVAL
Refer-
ence
pages Perform on a kilometer basis only.km x 1,000
(miles x 1,000)15
(9)30
(18)45
(27)60
(36)75
(45)90
(54)105
(63)120
(72)
Engine compartment and under vehicle
Engine oil (Use recommended oil)HRRRRRRRRLC-8
Engine oil filter (Use NISSAN genuine
part or equivalent)HRRRRRRRRLC-9
Drive beltsIIIIIIIIEM-15
Cooling systemIIIILC-12
Engine anti-freeze coolant (Use genu-
ine NISSAN Anti-Freeze Coolant (L2N)
or equivalent)See NOTE (1) I R I LC-17
Air cleaner filterHR R EM-17
Intake & exhaust valve clearance See NOTE (2) EM-42
Fuel and EVAP vapor lines I IFE-5/
EC-36
Spark plugsRRRREM-18
Fuel filter See NOTE (3) FE-9
Heated oxygen sensorHSee NOTE (4)GI-40/
EC-45
NOTE:
(1) First replace at 90,000 km (54,000 miles), then every 60,000 km (36,000 miles). Perform ªIº (checking the mixture ratio and
correcting the mixture ratio if necessary) at the middle of replacement interval.
(2) Periodic maintenance is not required. However, if valve noise increases, check valve clearance.
(3) Fuel filter is maintenance-free. For service procedures, refer to FE section.
(4) Perform only according to ªMaintenance Under Severe Driving Conditionsº for models without Euro-OBD system. For
models with Euro-OBD system, periodic maintenance is not required.
HMaintenance items with ªHº should be performed more frequently according to ªMaintenance Under Severe Driving Con-
ditionsº.
PERIODIC MAINTENANCE (FOR EUROPE)
Maintenance Schedule for Petrol Engines (Annual Mileage > 30,000 km/year)
MA-14

Maintenance Schedule for Diesel Engines
(Annual Mileage > 30,000 km/year)
=NJMA0043S05YD22DDT ENGINENJMA0043S0501Abbreviations: R = Replace I = Inspect: Correct or replace if necessary
MAINTENANCE OPERATIONMAINTENANCE INTERVAL
Reference pages
Perform on a kilometer basis
only.km x 1,000
(miles x 1,000)20
(12)40
(24)60
(36)80
(48)100
(60)120
(72)
Engine compartment and under vehicle
Engine oil (Use recommended
oil)HRRRRRRLC-30
Engine oil filter (Use Eco filter or
equivalent)HSee NOTE (1)RRRRRRLC-31
Drive beltsIIIIIIEM-84
Cooling systemIIIIIILC-37
Engine anti-freeze coolant (Use
genuine NISSAN Anti-Freeze
Coolant (L2N) or equivalent)See NOTE (2) I I LC-43
Air cleaner filterHR R EM-87
Intake & exhaust valve clearance See NOTE (3) EM-132
Fuel lines I I FE-16
Injection nozzles See NOTE (4) EC-509
Fuel filterHR R FE-16
NOTE:
(1) Oil filter element assembly and O-ring seal are replacement parts.
(2) First replace at 100,000 km (60,000 miles), then every 60,000 km (36,000 miles). After first replacement, perform ªIº (check-
ing the mixture ratio and correcting the mixture ratio if necessary) at the middle of replacement interval.
(3) If valve noise increases, check valve clearance.
(4) If engine power decreases, black exhaust smoke is emitted or engine noise increases, check injection nozzles and if
necessary, replace injection nozzle assembly.
HMaintenance items with ªHº should be performed more frequently according to ªMaintenance Under Severe Driving Con-
ditionsº.
PERIODIC MAINTENANCE (FOR EUROPE)
Maintenance Schedule for Diesel Engines (Annual Mileage > 30,000 km/year)
MA-16

SMA089D
Engine Coolant Mixture Ratio=NJMA0006S03The engine cooling system is filled at the factory with a high-quality,
year-round and extended life engine coolant. The high quality
engine coolant contains the specific solutions effective for the anti-
corrosion and the anti-freeze function. Therefore, additional cool-
ing system additives are not necessary.
CAUTION:
+For Europe
When adding or replacing coolant, be sure to use only
Genuine NISSAN Anti-freeze Coolant (L2N) or equivalent.
Because L2N is premixed type coolant.
+Except for Europe
When adding or replacing coolant, be sure to use only a
Nissan Genuine Engine Coolant or equivalent in its qual-
ity with the proper mixture ratio. See the examples shown
left.
The use of other types of engine coolant may damage your
cooling system.
+When checking the engine coolant mixture ratio by the coolant
hydrometer, use the chart below to correct your hydrometer
reading (specific gravity) according to coolant temperature.
Mixed coolant specific gravity
Unit: specific gravity
Engine coolant mixture
ratioCoolant temperature ÉC (ÉF)
15 (59) 25 (77) 35 (95) 45 (113)
30% 1.046 - 1.050 1.042 - 1.046 1.038 - 1.042 1.033 - 1.038
50% 1.076 - 1.080 1.070 - 1.076 1.065 - 1.071 1.059 - 1.065
WARNING:
Never remove the radiator cap when the engine is hot. Serious
burns could be caused by high pressure fluid escaping from
the radiator. Wait until the engine and radiator cool down.
RECOMMENDED FLUIDS AND LUBRICANTS
Engine Coolant Mixture Ratio
MA-22

CYLINDER HEAD DISTORTION.............................121
CAMSHAFT VISUAL CHECK..................................122
CAMSHAFT RUNOUT............................................122
CAMSHAFT CAM HEIGHT.....................................122
CAMSHAFT JOURNAL CLEARANCE......................122
CAMSHAFT END PLAY..........................................123
CAMSHAFT SPROCKET RUNOUT.........................123
VALVE GUIDE CLEARANCE..................................123
VALVE GUIDE REPLACEMENT..............................124
VALVE SEATS.......................................................125
REPLACING VALVE SEAT FOR SERVICE PARTS..125
VALVE DIMENSIONS.............................................127
VALVE SPRING.....................................................127
VALVE LIFTER......................................................127
Assembly .................................................................128
Installation ................................................................129
CYLINDER HEAD GASKET SELECTION.................129
CYLINDER HEAD BOLT DEFORMATION CHECK...130
CYLINDER HEAD-TO-BLOCK DIFFERENCE
CHECK
.................................................................130
LIQUID GASKET APPLICATION ON REAR CHAIN
CASE
....................................................................130
CYLINDER HEAD INSTALLATION..........................131
GLOW PLUG INSTALLATION.................................131
CAMSHAFT INSTALLATION...................................131
Valve Clearance.......................................................132
CHECKING...........................................................132
ADJUSTING..........................................................133
ENGINE ASSEMBLY...................................................136
Removal and Installation .........................................136
REMOVAL.............................................................137
INSTALLATION......................................................138
CYLINDER BLOCK.....................................................139
Components.............................................................139
Removal and Installation .........................................140
Disassembly.............................................................140
PISTON AND CRANKSHAFT..................................140
Inspection.................................................................143
CRANKSHAFT END PLAY.....................................143
CONNECTING ROD SIDE CLEARANCE.................143
PISTON AND PISTON PIN CLEARANCE................144
PISTON RING SIDE CLEARANCE..........................144
PISTON RING END GAP........................................145
CONNECTING ROD BEND AND TORSION.............145
CYLINDER BLOCK DISTORTION AND WEAR.........145
PISTON-TO-BORE CLEARANCE............................146
CRANKSHAFT.......................................................148
MAIN BEARING HOUSING INNER DIAMETER........148
BEARING CLEARANCE.........................................148
MAIN BEARING CRUSH HEIGHT...........................152
MAIN BEARING CAP BOLT DEFORMATION...........152
CONNECTING ROD BUSHING CLEARANCE
(SMALL END)
........................................................152
CONNECTING ROD BOLT DEFORMATION............153
FLYWHEEL RUNOUT............................................153
OIL JET................................................................153
OIL JET RELIEF VALVE.........................................154
Assembly .................................................................154
PISTON................................................................154
CRANKSHAFT.......................................................154
REPLACEMENT OF PILOT BUSHING.....................157
SERVICE DATA AND SPECIFICATIONS (SDS).......159
General Specifications .............................................159
Compression Pressure ............................................159
Belt Deflection..........................................................159
Cylinder Head ..........................................................159
Valve ........................................................................160
VALVE..................................................................160
VALVE CLEARANCE..............................................160
AVAILABLE SHIMS................................................160
VALVE SPRING.....................................................161
VALVE LIFTER......................................................162
VALVE GUIDE.......................................................162
Valve Seat................................................................163
Camshaft and Camshaft Bearing ............................165
Cylinder Block ..........................................................166
Piston, Piston Ring and Piston Pin .........................167
AVAILABLE PISTON..............................................167
PISTON RING.......................................................167
PISTON PIN..........................................................167
Connecting Rod .......................................................168
Crankshaft................................................................168
Available Main Bearing ............................................169
UNDERSIZE..........................................................169
Available Connecting Rod Bearing..........................169
CONNECTING ROD BEARING...............................169
UNDERSIZE..........................................................169
Miscellaneous Components.....................................169
BEARING CLEARANCE.........................................170
CONTENTS(Cont'd)
EM-3