check engine light NISSAN PATROL 1998 Y61 / 5.G Maintenance Workshop Manual

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 speci®cations.
UNDER HOOD Ð engine off
hRadiator coolant level and coolant hose connec-
tions for leaks
hBattery ¯uid level, speci®c gravity and condi-
tions of battery terminals
hDrive belts tension
hFuel ®lter for water or dusts, and fuel lines and
connections for leaks
hEngine oil level and oil leaks
hClutch and brake reservoir ¯uid level and ¯uid
lines for leaks
hWindshield and rear window washer and head-
lamp cleaner reservoir ¯uid level
hPower steering reservoir ¯uid level and hose
connections for leaks
ON INSIDE AND OUTSIDE
hXRemove front spring/strut spacer (If applicable)
hOperation of all instruments, gauges, lights and
accessories
hOperation of horn(s), wiper and washer
hSteering lock for operation
hCheck air conditioner for gas leaks
hFront and rear seats, and seat belts for opera-
tion
hAll moldings, trims and ®ttings for ®t and align-
ment
hAll windows for operation and alignment
hHood, trunk lid, door panels for ®t and alignment
hLatches, keys and locks for operation
hWeatherstrips for adhesion and ®t
hHeadlamp aiming
hTighten wheel nuts (Inc. inner nuts if applicable)
hTire pressure (Inc. spare tire)
hCheck front wheels for toe-in
hInstall clock/voltmeter/room lamp fuse (If appli-
cable)
h
XInstall deodorizing ®lter to air puri®er (If appli-
cable)
h
XRemove wiper blade protectors (If applicable)
UNDER BODY
hManual transmission/transaxle gear oil, transfer
¯uid and differential gear oil level
hBrake and fuel lines and oil/¯uid reservoirs for
leaks
hTighten bolts and nuts of steering linkage and
gear box, suspension, propeller shafts and drive
shafts
h
XTighten rear body bolts and nuts (Models with
wooden bed only)
ROAD TEST
hClutch operation
hParking brake operation
hService brake operation
hAutomatic transmission/transaxle shift timing
and kickdown
hSteering control and returnability
hEngine performance
hSqueaks and rattles
ENGINE OPERATING AND HOT
hAdjust idle mixture and speed (and ignition tim-
ing*1)
hAutomatic transmission/transaxle ¯uid level
hEngine idling and stop knob operation (Diesel
only)
FINAL INSPECTION
hInstall necessary parts (outside mirror, wheel
covers, seat belts, mat, carpet or mud ¯aps)
hInspect for interior and exterior metal and paint
damage
hCheck for spare tire, jack, tools (wheel chock),
and literature
hWash, clean interior and exterior
*1: Not required on models with a direct ignition system
h
X: Not applicable to this model.
PRE-DELIVERY INSPECTION ITEMS
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General maintenance includes those items which should be checked during the normal day-to-day operation
of the vehicle. They are essential if the vehicle is to continue operating properly. The owners can perform the
checks and inspections themselves or they can have their NISSAN dealers do them.
Item Reference pages
OUTSIDE THE VEHICLE
The maintenance items listed here should be performed from time to time, unless otherwise
speci®ed.
TiresCheck the pressure with a gauge periodically when at a service station, including the
spare, and adjust to the speci®ed pressure if necessary. Check carefully for damage, cuts or
excessive wear.Ð
Windshield wiper bladesCheck for cracks or wear if they do not wipe properly. Ð
Doors and engine hoodCheck that all doors, the engine hood, the trunk lid and back door
operate properly. Also ensure that all latches lock securely. Lubricate hinges, latches, rollers and
links if necessary. Make sure that the secondary latch keeps the hood from opening when the
primary latch is released.
When driving in areas using road salt or other corrosive materials, check for lubrication fre-
quently.MA-27
Tire rotationTires should be rotated every 5,000 km (3,000 miles) for 4WD models. MA-25
INSIDE THE VEHICLE
The maintenance items listed here should be checked on a regular basis, such as when per-
forming periodic maintenance, cleaning the vehicle, etc.
LightsMake sure that the headlights, stop lights, tail lights, turn signal lights, and other lights
are all operating properly and installed securely. Also check headlight aim.Ð
Warning lights and chimesMake sure that all warning lights and chimes are operating prop-
erly.Ð
Steering wheelCheck for change in the steering conditions, such as excessive free play, hard
steering or strange noises.
Free play: Less than 35 mm (1.38 in)Ð
Seat beltsCheck that all parts of the seat belt system (e.g. buckles, anchors, adjusters and
retractors) operate properly and smoothly, and are installed securely. Check the belt webbing for
cuts, fraying, wear or damage.MA-27
UNDER THE HOOD AND VEHICLE
The maintenance items listed here should be checked periodically e.g. each time you check the
engine oil or refuel.
Windshield washer ¯uidCheck that there is adequate ¯uid in the tank. Ð
Engine coolant levelCheck the coolant level when the engine is cold. MA-14, 15
Engine oil levelCheck the level after parking the vehicle on a level spot and turning off the
engine.MA-13, 14
Brake and clutch ¯uid levelMake sure that the brake and clutch ¯uid levels are between the
``MAX'' and ``MIN'' lines on the reservoir.MA-20, 23
BatteryCheck the ¯uid level in each cell. It should be between the ``MAX'' and ``MIN'' lines. Ð
GENERAL MAINTENANCE
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4. Check oil level.
5. Start engine. Check area around drain plug and oil ®lter for any
sign of oil leakage.
6. Run engine for a few minutes, then turn it off. After several
minutes check oil level.
Changing Engine Oil Filter
1. Remove oil ®lter with Tool.
WARNING:
Be careful not to burn yourself, as the engine and engine oil
are hot.
2. Clean oil ®lter mounting surface on cylinder block. Coat rubber
seal of new oil ®lter with engine oil.
3. Screw in the oil ®lter until a slight resistance is felt, then tighten
an additional 2/3 of a turn.
4. Add engine oil.
Refer to Changing Engine Oil.
+Clean excess oil from engine.
Changing Engine Coolant
WARNING:
To avoid the danger of being scalded, never change the cool-
ant when the engine is hot.
ÐDRAINING ENGINE COOLANTÐ
1. Move heater TEMP control knob all the way to HOT.
2. Open radiator drain plug at the bottom of radiator.
3. Remove radiator ®ller cap.
Remove reservoir tank, drain coolant, then clean reservoir tank.
Install it temporarily.
+Be careful not to allow coolant to contact drive belts.
SMA999C
SMA001D
SMA010
SMA972C
SMA002D
ENGINE MAINTENANCE
Changing Engine Oil (Cont'd)
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2. Remove fuel ®lter using band-type ®lter wrench.
Remove fuel ®lter and fuel ®lter sensor.
CAUTION:
Remove fuel ®lter without spilling fuel. If spilt, wipe off imme-
diately. Be specially careful not to spill fuel on engine mount
insulator.
3. Wipe clean fuel ®lter mounting surface on fuel ®lter bracket and
smear a little fuel on rubber seal of fuel ®lter.
4. Screw fuel ®lter on until a slight resistance is felt, then tighten
an additional more than 2/3 of a turn.
5. Install fuel ®lter sensor to new fuel ®lter.
6. Bleed air from fuel line.
Refer to Bleeding Fuel System in EC section.
7. Start engine and check for leaks.
DRAINING WATER
1. Drain water as follows.
Loosen drain cock and drain water.
Loosening drain cock 4 to 5 turns causes water to start drain-
ing. Do not remove drain cock by loosening it excessively.
If water does not drain properly, move the priming pump up and
down.
2. Bleed air.
Checking Fuel Lines
Check fuel lines and tank for proper attachment, leaks, cracks,
damage, loose connections, cha®ng and deterioration.
CAUTION:
Keep clean parts with compressed air when assembling.
SMA005D
SMA010
SMA825B
SMA803A
ENGINE MAINTENANCE
Checking and Replacing Fuel Filter and
Draining Water (Cont'd)
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