check engine NISSAN PATROL 1998 Y61 / 5.G General Information Workshop Manual

GENERAL INFORMATION
SECTION
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CONTENTS
PRECAUTIONS...............................................................1
Precaution for Supplemental Restraint System
(SRS) ``AIR BAG'' and ``SEAT BELT
PRE-TENSIONER'' ......................................................1
General Precautions ....................................................2
Precautions for Multiport Fuel Injection System
or ECCS Engine ..........................................................3
Precautions for Three Way Catalyst
(If so equipped)............................................................4
Precautions for Engine Oils .........................................4
Precautions for Fuel ....................................................5
Precautions for Air Conditioning ..................................5
HOW TO USE THIS MANUAL........................................6
HOW TO READ WIRING DIAGRAMS............................8
Sample/Wiring Diagram Ð EXAMPL Ð......................8
Description .................................................................10
HOW TO CHECK TERMINAL.......................................17
How to Probe Connectors .........................................17
How to Check Enlarged Contact Spring of
Terminal .....................................................................18
Waterproof Connector Inspection ..............................19
Terminal Lock Inspection ...........................................19
HOW TO PERFORM EFFICIENT DIAGNOSIS FOR
AN ELECTRICAL INCIDENT........................................20Work Flow ..................................................................20
Incident Simulation Tests ...........................................21
Circuit Inspection .......................................................24
HOW TO FOLLOW FLOW CHART IN TROUBLE
DIAGNOSES..................................................................30
How to Follow This Flow Chart .................................31
CONSULT CHECKING SYSTEM..................................33
Function and System Application ..............................33
Lithium Battery Replacement ....................................33
Checking Equipment..................................................33
Loading Procedure ....................................................34
CONSULT Data Link Connector (DLC) Circuit..........34
IDENTIFICATION INFORMATION.................................35
Model Variation ..........................................................35
Identi®cation Number .................................................36
Dimensions ................................................................38
Wheels & Tires ..........................................................38
LIFTING POINTS AND TOW TRUCK TOWING...........39
Screw Jack ................................................................39
Garage Jack and Safety Stand .................................39
2-pole Lift ...................................................................40
Tow Truck Towing ......................................................41
SAE J1930 TERMINOLOGY LIST................................43
SAE J1930 Terminology List .....................................43
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+Clean all disassembled parts in the designated liquid or solvent
prior to inspection or assembly.
+Replace oil seals, gaskets, packings, O-rings, locking washers,
cotter pins, self-locking nuts, etc. with new ones.
+Replace inner and outer races of tapered roller bearings and
needle bearings as a set.
+Arrange the disassembled parts in accordance with their
assembled locations and sequence.
+Do not touch the terminals of electrical components which use
microcomputers (such as ECMs).
Static electricity may damage internal electronic components.
+After disconnecting vacuum or air hoses, attach a tag to indi-
cate the proper connection.
+Use only the ¯uids and lubricants speci®ed in this manual.
+Use approved bonding agent, sealants or their equivalents
when required.
+Use tools and recommended special tools where speci®ed for
safe and efficient service repairs.
+When repairing the fuel, oil, water, vacuum or exhaust systems,
check all affected lines for leaks.
+Dispose of drained oil or the solvent used for cleaning parts in
an appropriate manner.
WARNING:
To prevent ECM from storing the diagnostic trouble codes, do
not carelessly disconnect the harness connectors which are
related to the ECCS system and TCM (Transmission Control
Module) system. The connectors should be disconnected only
when working according to the WORK FLOW of TROUBLE
DIAGNOSES in EC and AT sections.
Precautions for Multiport Fuel Injection System
or ECCS Engine
+Before connecting or disconnecting any harness connector for
the multiport fuel injection system or ECM (Engine Control
Module):
Turn ignition switch to ``OFF'' position.
Disconnect negative battery terminal.
Otherwise, there may be damage to ECM.
+
Before disconnecting pressurized fuel line from fuel pump to
injectors, be sure to release fuel pressure.
+Be careful not to jar components such as ECM and mass air
¯ow sensor.SGI787
PRECAUTIONS
General Precautions (Cont'd)
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Precautions for Three Way Catalyst
(If so equipped)
If a large amount of unburned fuel ¯ows into the catalyst, the cata-
lyst temperature will be excessively high. To prevent this, follow the
instructions below:
+Use unleaded gasoline only. Leaded gasoline will seriously
damage the three way catalyst.
+When checking for ignition spark or measuring engine
compression, make tests quickly and only when necessary.
+Do not run engine when the fuel tank level is low, otherwise the
engine may mis®re causing damage to the catalyst.
Do not place the vehicle on ¯ammable material. Keep ¯ammable
material off the exhaust pipe and the three way catalyst.
Precautions for Engine Oils
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.
HEALTH PROTECTION PRECAUTIONS
+Avoid prolonged and repeated contact with oils, particularly
used engine oils.
+Wear protective clothing, including impervious gloves where
practicable.
+Do not put oily rags in pockets.
+Avoid contaminating clothes, particularly underpants, with oil.
+Heavily soiled clothing and oil-impregnated footwear should not
be worn. Overalls must be cleaned regularly.
+First Aid treatment should be obtained immediately for open
cuts and wounds.
+Use barrier creams, applying them before each work period, to
help the removal of oil from the skin.
+Wash with soap and water to ensure all oil is removed (skin
cleansers and nail brushes will help). Preparations containing
lanolin replace the natural skin oils which have been removed.
+Do not use gasoline, kerosine, diesel fuel, gas oil, thinners or
solvents for cleaning skin.
+If skin disorders develop, obtain medical advice without delay.
+Where practicable, degrease components prior to handling.
+Where there is a risk of eye contact, eye protection should be
worn, for example, chemical goggles or face shields; in addition
an eye wash facility should be provided.
ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION PRECAUTIONS
Burning used engine oil in small space heaters or boilers can be
recommended only for units of approved design. The heating sys-
tem must meet the requirements of HM Inspectorate of Pollution for
small burners of less than 0.4 MW. If in doubt check with the
appropriate local authority and/or manufacturer of the approved
appliance.
PRECAUTIONS
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+The followingSYMBOLS AND ABBREVIATIONSare used:
,: Tightening torque
: Should be lubricated with grease.
Unless otherwise indicated, use rec-
ommended multi-purpose grease.
: Should be lubricated with oil.
: Sealing point
: Checking point
: Always replace after every disas-
sembly.
jP: Apply petroleum jelly.
: Apply ATF.
.: Select with proper thickness.
>: Adjustment is required.
SDS : Service Data and Speci®cations
LH, RH : Left-Hand, Right-Hand
FR, RR : Front, Rear
M/T : Manual Transaxle/Transmission
,
4WD : 4-Wheel Drive
2WD : 2-Wheel Drive
A/C : Air Conditioner
P/S : Power Steering
SST : Special Service Tools
SAE : Society of Automotive Engineers,
Inc.
ATF : Automatic Transmission Fluid
D
1: Drive range 1st gear
D
2: Drive range 2nd gear
D
3: Drive range 3rd gear
D
4: Drive range 4th gear
OD : Overdrive
2
2: 2nd range 2nd gear
2
1: 2nd range 1st gear
1
2: 1st range 2nd gear
1
1: 1st range 1st gear
+TheUNITSgiven in this manual are primarily expressed as the SI UNIT (International System of Unit),
and alternatively expressed in the metric system and in the yard/pound system.
``Example''
Tightening torque:
59-78Nzm (6.0 - 8.0 kg-m, 43 - 58 ft-lb)
+TROUBLE DIAGNOSESare included in sections dealing with complicated components.
+SERVICE DATA AND SPECIFICATIONSare contained at the end of each section for quick reference of
data.
+The captionsWARNINGandCAUTIONwarn you of steps that must be followed to prevent personal injury
and/or damage to some part of the vehicle.
WARNINGindicates the possibility of personal injury if instructions are not followed.
CAUTIONindicates the possibility of component damage if instructions are not followed.
BOLD TYPED STATEMENTSexceptWARNINGandCAUTIONgive you helpful information.
HOW TO USE THIS MANUAL
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Work Flow
STEP DESCRIPTION
STEP 1 Get detailed information about the conditions and the environment when the incident occurred.
The following are key pieces of information required to make a good analysis:
WHATVehicle Model, Engine, Transmission and the System (i.e. Radio).
WHENDate, Time of Day, Weather Conditions, Frequency.
WHERERoad Conditions, Altitude and Traffic Situation.
HOWSystem Symptoms, Operating Conditions (Other Components Interaction).
Service History and if any After Market Accessories have been installed.
STEP 2 Operate the system, road test if necessary.
Verify the parameter of the incident.
If the problem can not be duplicated, refer to ``Incident Simulation Tests'' next page.
STEP 3 Get the proper diagnosis materials together including:
POWER SUPPLY ROUTING
System Operation Descriptions
Applicable Service Manual Sections
Check for any Service Bulletin.
Identify where to begin diagnosis based upon your knowledge of the system operation and the customer comments.
STEP 4 Inspect the system for mechanical binding, loose connectors or wiring damage.
Determine which circuits and components are involved and diagnose using the Power Supply Routing and Harness
Layouts.
STEP 5 Repair or replace the incident circuit or component.
STEP 6 Operate the system in all modes. Verify the system works properly under all conditions. Make sure you have not inad-
vertently created a new incident during your diagnosis or repair steps.
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HOW TO PERFORM EFFICIENT DIAGNOSIS FOR AN ELECTRICAL INCIDENT
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Incident Simulation Tests
INTRODUCTION
Sometimes the symptom is not present when the vehicle is brought in for service. If possible, re-create the
conditions present at the time of the incident. Doing so may help avoid a No Trouble Found Diagnosis. The
following section illustrates ways to simulate the conditions/environment under which the owner experiences
an electrical incident.
The section is broken into the six following topics:
+Vehicle vibration
+Heat sensitive
+Freezing
+Water intrusion
+Electrical load
+Cold or hot start up
Get a thorough description of the incident from the customer. It is important for simulating the conditions of
the problem.
VEHICLE VIBRATION
The problem may occur or become worse while driving on a rough road or when engine is vibrating (idle with
A/C on). In such a case, you will want to check for a vibration related condition. Refer to the illustration below.
Connectors & harness
Determine which connectors and wiring harness would affect the electrical system you are inspecting.Gen-
tlyshake each connector and harness while monitoring the system for the incident you are trying to dupli-
cate. This test may indicate a loose or poor electrical connection.
Hint
Connectors can be exposed to moisture. It is possible to get a thin ®lm of corrosion on the connector termi-
nals. A visual inspection may not reveal this without disconnecting the connector. If the problem occurs
intermittently, perhaps the problem is caused by corrosion. It is a good idea to disconnect, inspect and clean
the terminals on related connectors in the system.
Sensors & relays
Gentlyapply a slight vibration to sensors and relays in the system you are inspecting.
This test may indicate a loose or poorly mounted sensor or relay.
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HOW TO PERFORM EFFICIENT DIAGNOSIS FOR AN ELECTRICAL INCIDENT
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Engine compartment
There are several reasons a vehicle or engine vibration could
cause an electrical complaint. Some of the things to check for are:
+Connectors not fully seated.
+Wiring harness not long enough and is being stressed due to
engine vibrations or rocking.
+Wires laying across brackets or moving components.
+Loose, dirty or corroded ground wires.
+Wires routed too close to hot components.
To inspect components under the hood, start by verifying the integ-
rity of ground connections. (Refer to GROUND INSPECTION
described later.) First check that the system is properly grounded.
Then check for loose connection bygently shakingthe wiring or
components as previously explained. Using the wiring diagrams
inspect the wiring for continuity.
Behind the instrument panel
An improperly routed or improperly clamped harness can become
pinched during accessory installation. Vehicle vibration can aggra-
vate a harness which is routed along a bracket or near a screw.
Under seating areas
An unclamped or loose harness can cause wiring to be pinched by
seat components (such as slide guides) during vehicle vibration. If
the wiring runs under seating areas, inspect wire routing for pos-
sible damage or pinching.
HEAT SENSITIVE
The owner's problem may occur during hot weather or after car has
sat for a short time. In such cases you will want to check for a heat
sensitive condition.
To determine if an electrical component is heat sensitive, heat the
component with a heat gun or equivalent.
Do not heat components above 60ÉC (140ÉF).If incident occurs
while heating the unit, either replace or properly insulate the com-
ponent.
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HOW TO PERFORM EFFICIENT DIAGNOSIS FOR AN ELECTRICAL INCIDENT
Incident Simulation Tests (Cont'd)
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KEY TO SYMBOLS SIGNIFYING MEASUREMENTS OR PROCEDURES
Symbol Symbol explanation Symbol Symbol explanation
Check after disconnecting the connector
to be measured.Procedure with CONSULT
Check after connecting the connector to
be measured.Procedure without CONSULT
Insert key into ignition switch.A/C switch is ``OFF''.
Remove key from ignition switch.A/C switch is ``ON''.
Turn ignition switch to ``OFF'' position.REC switch is ``ON''.
Turn ignition switch to ``ON'' position.REC switch is ``OFF''.
Turn ignition switch to ``START'' position.DEF switch is ``ON''.
Turn ignition switch from ``OFF'' to ``ACC''
position.Apply positive voltage from battery with
fuse directly to components.
Turn ignition switch from ``ACC'' to ``OFF''
position.Drive vehicle.
Turn ignition switch from ``OFF'' to ``ON''
position.Disconnect battery negative cable.
Turn ignition switch from ``ON'' to ``OFF''
position.Depress brake pedal.
Do not start engine, or check with engine
stopped.Release brake pedal.
Start engine, or check with engine run-
ning.Depress accelerator pedal.
Apply parking brake.Release accelerator pedal.
Release parking brake.
Pin terminal check for SMJ type ECM
and TCM connectors.
For details regarding the terminal
arrangement, refer to the foldout page.Check after engine is warmed up suffi-
ciently.
Voltage should be measured with a volt-
meter.
Circuit resistance should be measured
with an ohmmeter.
Current should be measured with an
ammeter.
HOW TO FOLLOW FLOW CHART IN TROUBLE DIAGNOSES
How to Follow This Flow Chart (Cont'd)
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***: Not applicable
NEW TERMNEW ACRONYM /
ABBREVIATIONOLD TERM
Evaporative emission system EVAP system Evaporative emission control system
Exhaust gas recirculation valve EGR valve EGR valve
Exhaust gas recirculation control-BPT valve EGRC-BPT valve BPT valve
Exhaust gas recirculation control-solenoid valve EGRC-solenoid valve EGR control solenoid valve
Exhaust gas recirculation temperature sensor
EGRT sensor Exhaust gas temperature sensor
EGR temperature sensor
Flash electrically erasable programmable read
only memoryFEEPROM ***
Flash erasable programmable read only memory FEPROM ***
Flexible fuel sensor FFS ***
Flexible fuel system FF system ***
Fuel pressure regulator *** Pressure regulator
Fuel pressure regulator control solenoid valve *** PRVR control solenoid valve
Fuel trim FT ***
Heated Oxygen sensor HO2S Exhaust gas sensor
Idle air control system IAC system Idle speed control
Idle air control valve-air regulator IACV-air regulator Air regulator
Idle air control valve-auxiliary air control valve IACV-AAC valve Auxiliary air control (AAC) valve
Idle air control valve-FICD solenoid valve IACV-FICD solenoid valve FICD solenoid valve
Idle air control valve-idle up control solenoid
valveIACV-idle up control solenoid
valveIdle up control solenoid valve
Idle speed control-FI pot ISC-FI pot FI pot
Idle speed control system ISC system ***
Ignition control IC ***
Ignition control module ICM ***
Indirect fuel injection system IFI system ***
Intake air IA Air
Intake air temperature sensor IAT sensor Air temperature sensor
Knock *** Detonation
Knock sensor KS Detonation sensor
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 ***
SAE J1930 TERMINOLOGY LIST
SAE J1930 Terminology List (Cont'd)
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