NISSAN PICK-UP 1998 Repair Manual

Basic Schedule for Diesel Engine Models
Engine maintenance for vehicles which drive less than 30,000 km/year (18,000 miles/year)
Abbreviations: R= Replace, I = Inspect and correct or replace as necessary. [ ] = At the specified distance only.
MAINTENANCE OPERATIONMAINTENANCE INTERVAL
Reference
page Perform at kilometer (mile)
interval or month interval,
whichever comes first.km x 1,000 7.5 15 22.5 30 37.5 45 52.5 60 67.5 75 82.5 90
(Miles x 1,000) (4.5) (9) (13.5) (18) (22.5) (27) (31.5) (36) (40.5) (45) (49.5) (54)
Months 6 12 18 24 30 36 42 48 54 60 66 72
Engine oil (Use recommended
oil)*RRRRRRRRRRRRMA-24
Engine oil filter*RRRRRRRRRRRRMA-24
Drive beltsIIIIIIMA-23
Engine anti-freeze coolant
(Ethylene glycol base)See NOTE (1)R MA-25
Cooling systemIIIIIIMA-26
Air cleaner filter (Viscous paper type)* R R MA-29
Intake & exhaust valve clearance I I I MA-23
Fuel linesI I I MA-28
Fuel filter*R R R MA-27
Injection nozzles See NOTE (2)MA-29
NOTE: (1) Replace at the first 75,000 km (45,000 miles) or 60 months, then every 45,000 km (27,000 miles) or 36 months,
whichever comes first.
(2) If engine power decreases, black exhaust is emitted or engine noise increases, inspect and if necessary, adjust
the fuel injection nozzles starting pressure and the spray pattern.
* Maintenance item with ``*'' should be performed more frequently according to ``Maintenance Under Severe Driving Condi-
tions''.
Chassis and body maintenance for vehicles which drive less than 30,000 km/year (18,000 miles/year)
Abbreviations: R= Replace, I = Inspect and correct or replace as necessary, L = Lubricate, T = Tighten. [ ] = At the specified distance only.
MAINTENANCE OPERATIONMAINTENANCE INTERVAL
Reference
page Perform at kilometer (mile) interval or
month interval, whichever comes first.km x 1,000 15 30 45 60 75 90
(Miles x 1,000) (9) (18) (27) (36) (45) (54)
Months 12 24 36 48 60 72
Headlamp aimingIIIIIINOTE (3)
Wheel alignment (if necessary, rotate & balance wheels)IIIIIIMA-35, NOTE (4)
Brake pads, discs & other brake components*IIIIIIMA-36
Brake linings, drums & other brake components*IIIIIIMA-36
Foot brake, parking brake & clutch (For free play, stroke & operation)IIIIIINOTE (5)
Brake booster vacuum hoses, connections & check valve I I I MA-36
Brake & clutch systemsIIIIIIMA-32, 35
Brake & clutch fluid (For level & leaks)IIIIIIMA-32, 35
Brake fluid*R R R MA-35
Power steering fluid & lines (For level & leaks)IIIIIIMA-37
Manual steering gear oil (For level & leaks)IIIIIIMA-38
Air bag system See NOTE (1)NOTE (6)
Manual transmission oil (Inspect for leaks or replace)IIIII[R]MA-32
Transfer fluid and standard differential gear oil (for leaks)* I I I R I I MA-33, 34
Limited-slip differential (LSD) gear oil (For level and leaks)* I I I R I I MA-34
Steering gear, linkage, axle, suspension parts & propeller shaft*IIIIIIMA-37, 33
Greasing point of steering linkage, propeller
shaft & suspension*See NOTE (2)LLLLLLMA-33
Exhaust system*IIIIIIMA-32
Drive shaft*IIIIIINOTE (7)
Front wheel bearing grease (2WD models) I I I NOTE (8)
Front wheel bearing grease (4WD models)* I R I R I R NOTE (8)
Free-running hub grease (4WD models)*IIIIIINOTE (9)
Body mountingsTTTTTTNOTE (10)
Body corrosionAnnually MA-41
NOTE: (1) Inspect at the first 10 years, and then every 2 years.
(2) The propeller shaft should be re-greased daily if it is immersed in water.
(3) ``Aiming Adjustment'' in EL section
(4) ``Front Wheel Alignment'' in FA section
(5) ``Brake Pedal and Bracket'' in BR section, ``Adjusting Clutch Pedal'' in CL section
(6) ``Maintenance Items'' in RS section
(7) ``FRONT AXLE Ð Drive Shaft'' in FA section
(8) ``Front Wheel Bearing'' in FA section
(9) ``Manual-lock Free-running Hub Ð 4WD'' and ``Auto-lock Free-running Hub Ð 4WD'' in FA section
(10) ``CAB AND REAR BODY'' in BT section
* Maintenance item with ``*'' should be performed more frequently according to ``Maintenance Under Severe Driving Conditions''.
PERIODIC MAINTENANCE
MA-8

Engine maintenance for vehicles which drive more than 30,000 km/year (18,000 miles/year)
Abbreviations: R= Replace, I = Inspect and correct or replace as necessary.
MAINTENANCE OPERATIONMAINTENANCE INTERVAL
Reference
page
Perform at kilometer (mile) interval.km x 1,000 7.5 15 22.5 30 37.5 45 52.5 60 67.5 75 82.5 90
(Miles x 1,000) (4.5) (9) (13.5) (18) (22.5) (27) (31.5) (36) (40.5) (45) (49.5) (54)
Engine oil (Use recommended oil)*RRRRRRRRRRRRMA-24
Engine oil filter*RRRRRRRRRRRRMA-24
Drive beltsIIIIIIMA-23
Engine anti-freeze coolant (Ethylene glycol base) See NOTE (1)R MA-25
Cooling systemI I I MA-26
Air cleaner filter (Viscous paper type)*R MA-29
Intake & exhaust valve clearance I I I MA-23
Fuel linesI MA-28
Fuel filter*R MA-27
Injection nozzles See NOTE (2)MA-29
NOTE: (1) Replace at the first 90,000 km (54,000 miles), then every 60,000 km (36,000 miles).
(2) If engine power decreases, black exhaust is emitted or engine noise increases, inspect and if necessary, adjust
the fuel injection nozzles starting pressure and the spray pattern.
* Maintenance item with ``*'' should be performed more frequently according to ``Maintenance Under Severe Driving Condi-
tions''.
Chassis and body maintenance for vehicles which drive more than 30,000 km/year (18,000 miles/year)
Abbreviations: R= Replace, I = Inspect and correct or replace as necessary, L = Lubricate, T = Tighten.
MAINTENANCE OPERATIONMAINTENANCE INTERVAL
Reference
page
Perform at kilometer (mile) interval.km x 1,000 30 60 90 120
(Miles x 1,000) (18) (36) (54) (72)
Headlamp aimingI I I I NOTE (3)
Wheel alignment (if necessary, rotate & balance wheels) I I I IMA-35,
NOTE (4)
Brake pads, discs & other brake components* I I I I MA-36
Brake linings, drums & other brake components* I I I I MA-36
Foot brake, parking brake & clutch (For free play, stroke & operation) I I I I NOTE (5)
Brake booster vacuum hoses, connections & check valve I I MA-36
Brake & clutch systems I I I I MA-32, 35
Brake & clutch fluid (For level & leaks) I I I I MA-32, 35
Brake fluid*R R MA-35
Power steering fluid & lines (For level & leaks) I I I I MA-37
Manual steering gear oil (For level & leaks) I I I I MA-38
Air bag system See NOTE (1)NOTE (6)
Manual transmission oil (Inspect for leaks or replace) I I R I MA-32
Transfer fluid and standard differential gear oil (for leaks)* I R I R MA-33, 34
Limited-slip differential (LSD) gear oil (For level and leaks)* I R I R MA-34
Steering gear, linkage, axle, suspension parts & propeller shaft* I I I I MA-37, 33
Greasing point of steering linkage, propeller
shaft & suspension*See NOTE (2) L L L L MA-33
Exhaust system*I I I I MA-32
Drive shaft*I I I I NOTE (7)
Front wheel bearing grease (2WD models) I I NOTE (8)
Front wheel bearing grease (4WD models)* I R I R NOTE (8)
Free-running hub grease (4WD models)* I I I I NOTE (9)
Body mountingsT T T T NOTE (10)
Body corrosionAnnually MA-41
NOTE: (1) Inspect at the first 10 years, and then every 2 years.
(2) The propeller shaft should be re-greased daily if it is immersed in water.
(3) ``Aiming Adjustment'' in EL section
(4) ``Front Wheel Alignment'' in FA section
(5) ``Brake Pedal and Bracket'' in BR section, ``Adjusting Clutch Pedal'' in CL section
(6) ``Maintenance Items'' in RS section
(7) ``FRONT AXLE Ð Drive Shaft'' in FA section
(8) ``Front Wheel Bearing'' in FA section
(9) ``Manual-lock Free-running Hub Ð 4WD'' and ``Auto-lock Free-running Hub Ð 4WD'' in FA section
(10) ``CAB AND REAR BODY'' in BT section
* Maintenance item with ``*'' should be performed more frequently according to ``Maintenance Under Severe Driving Condi-
tions''.
PERIODIC MAINTENANCE
Basic Schedule for Diesel Engine Models
(Cont'd)
MA-9

Maintenance Under Severe Driving
Conditions
The maintenance intervals shown on the preceding pages are for normal operating conditions. If the vehicle
is mainly operated under severe driving conditions as shown below, more frequent maintenance must be
performed on the following items as shown in the table.
Severe driving conditions
A Ð Driving under dusty conditions
B Ð Driving repeatedly short distances
C Ð Towing a trailer or caravan
D Ð Extensive idling
E Ð Driving in extremely adverse weather condi-
tions or in areas where ambient tempera-
tures are either extremely low or extremely
high
F Ð Driving in high humidity areas or in mountain-
ous areasG Ð Driving in areas using salt or other corrosive
materials
H Ð Driving on rough and/or muddy roads or in
the desert
I Ð Driving with frequent use of braking or in
mountainous areas
J Ð Frequent driving in water
For gasoline engine models
Maintenance operation: Inspect = Inspect and correct or replace as necessary.
Driving
conditionMaintenance itemMaintenance
operationMaintenance interval
Reference
page Annual driving distance
Less than 30,000 km
(18,000 miles)More than 30,000 km
(18,000 miles)
ABCD......Engine oil Replace Every 3,750 km (2,250 miles)
or 3 monthsEvery 3,750 km (2,250 miles) MA-19
Engine oil filter
A.........Aircleaner filter (Viscous paper type) Replace Every 30,000 km (18,000
miles) or 24 monthsEvery 30,000 km (18,000
miles)MA-19
PCV filter Replace Every 15,000 km (9,000 miles)
or 12 monthsEvery 30,000 km (18,000
miles)MA-21
A...E.....Fuel filter Replace Every 45,000 km (27,000
miles) or 36 monthsEvery 45,000 km (27,000
miles)MA-18
A.C...GHI.Brake pads, discs & other brake components Inspect Every 7,500 km (4,500 miles)
or 6 monthsEvery 15,000 km (9,000 miles) MA-36
Brake linings, drums & other brake compo-
nentsMA-36
.....F....Brake fluid Replace Every 15,000 km (9,000 miles)
or 12 monthsEvery 30,000 km (18,000
miles)MA-35
..C....H..Transfer fluid and standard differential gear oil Replace Every 30,000 km (18,000
miles) or 24 monthsEvery 30,000 km (18,000
miles)MA-33, 34
Limited-slip differential (LSD) gear oil*1 ReplaceMA-34
Drive shaft Inspect Every 7,500 km (4,500 miles)
or 6 monthsEvery 15,000 km (9,000 miles) *2
......GH..Steering gear, linkage, axle, suspension
parts, and propeller shaftsInspectMA-37, 33
Exhaust system InspectMA-32
......GH.JGreasing points of steering linkage, propeller
shafts, & suspensionLubricateMA-33
.........JFront wheel bearing grease Inspect*3
Free running hub grease Inspect
*1: Including differential gear with differential lock
*2: ``FRONT AXLE Ð Drive Shaft'' in FA section
*3: ``Front Wheel Bearing'', ``Manual-lock Free-running Hub Ð 4WD'' and ``Auto-lock Free-running Hub Ð 4WD'' in FA section
PERIODIC MAINTENANCE
MA-10

For diesel engine models
Maintenance operation: Inspect = Inspect and correct or replace as necessary.
Driving
conditionMaintenance itemMaintenance
operationMaintenance interval
Reference
page Annual driving distance
Less than 30,000 km
(18,000 miles)More than 30,000 km
(18,000 miles)
ABCD......Engine oil Replace Every 3,250 km (2,250 miles)
or 3 monthsEvery 3,250 km (2,250 miles) MA-24
ABCD......Engine oil filter Replace Every 7,500 km (4,500 miles)
or 6 monthsEvery 7,500 km (4,500 miles) MA-24
A.........Aircleaner filter (Viscous paper type) Replace Every 22,500 km (13,500
miles) or 18 monthsEvery 30,000 km (18,000
miles)MA-29
A...E.....Fuel filter Replace Every 15,000 km (9,000 miles)
or 12 monthsEvery 30,000 km (18,000
miles)MA-27
A.C...GHI.Brake pads, discs & other brake components Inspect Every 7,500 km (4,500 miles)
or 6 monthsEvery 15,000 km (9,000 miles) MA-36
Brake linings, drums & other brake compo-
nentsMA-36
.....F....Brake fluid Replace Every 15,000 km (9,000 miles)
or 12 monthsEvery 30,000 km (18,000
miles)MA-35
..C....H..Transfer fluid and standard differential gear
oilReplace Every 30,000 km (18,000
miles) or 24 monthsEvery 30,000 km (18,000
miles)MA-33, 34
Limited-slip differential (LSD) gear oil*1 ReplaceMa-34
Drive shaft Inspect Every 7,500 km (4,500 miles)
or 6 monthsEvery 15,000 km (9,000 miles) *2
......GH..Steering gear, linkage, axle, suspension
parts, and propeller shaftsInspectMA-37, 33
Exhaust system InspectMA-32
......GH.JGreasing points of steering linkage, propeller
shafts, & suspensionLubricateMA-33
.........JFront wheel bearing grease Inspect*3
Free running hub grease Inspect
*1: Including differential gear with differential lock
*2: ``FRONT AXLE Ð Drive Shaft'' in FA section
*3: ``Front Wheel Bearing'', ``Manual-lock Free-running Hub Ð 4WD'' and ``Auto-lock Free-running Hub Ð 4WD'' in FA section
Maintenance for off-road driving (for 4WD models only)
Whenever you drive off-road through sand, mud or water as deep as the wheel hub, more frequent main-
tenance may be required of the following items:
mBrake pads and discs
mBrake lining and drums
mBrake lines and hoses
mWheel bearing grease and free-running hub grease
mFree running hub grease
mDifferential, transmission oil and transfer fluid
mSteering linkage
mPropeller shafts and front drive shafts
mAir cleaner filter
mClutch housing (Check water entry. Refer to MA-33.)
PERIODIC MAINTENANCE
Maintenance Under Severe Driving
Conditions (Cont'd)
MA-11

Fluids and Lubricants
Capacity (Approximate)
Recommended Fluids/Lubricants
Liter Imp qt
Engine oil (Refill)
With oil filterKA24E2WD 3.9
4WD 4.13-3/8 qt
3-5/8 qt
Gasoline engine: API SG or SH*1
Diesel engine: API CD*1 TD25 7.2 6-3/8 qt
Without oil filterKA24E2WD 3.5
4WD 3.73-1/8 qt
3-1/4 qt
TD25 6.5 5-3/4 qt
Cooling system (With reservoir)
KA24E 6.7 5-7/8 qt
Anti-freeze coolant (Ethylene glycol base) or
soft water
TD25 9.5 8-3/8 qt
Manual transmission gear oil
FS5R30A 4WD 5.1 9 pt
API GL-4*1
FS5W71C2WD 2.0
4WD 4.93-1/2 pt
8-5/8 pt
Transfer fluid TX10A 2.2 2 qtNissan Matic ``D'' or Equivalent Automatic
Transmission Fluid*2 or API GL-4*1
Differential gear oil
Front: R180A 1.3 2-1/4Standard differential gear: API GL-5*1
Limited-slip differential (LSD) gear: Gear Oil
Hypoid LSD
(Part No.: KLD31-14002) or equivalent*3 Rear: H233B 2.8 2 - 1/2
C200 1.3 1 - 1/8
Power steering fluid ± þType DEXRON
TMIIE, DEXTRONTMIII or
equivalent
Brake and clutch fluid ± ±For Europe: DOT 3 or DOT 4 (US FMVSS
No. 116)*5 Except for Europe: DOT 3 (US
FMVSS No. 116)
Propeller shaft grease ± ±NLGI No. 2 (Molybdenum disulphide lithium
soap base)
Multi-purpose grease ± ± NLGI No. 2 ( Lithium soap base)
*1: For further details, see ``SAE Viscosity Number''.
*2: Contact a NISSAN dealership for more information regarding suitable fluid, including recommended brand(s) of DEXRONTMIII/
MERCONTMAutomatic Transmission Fluid.
*3: API GL-5, SAE 140 and 10% volume of LSD Friction Modifier (Part No.: 38469-C6000) is an equivalent.
*4: Never mix DOT 3 and DOT 4. (DOT 3 is filled at factory.)
RECOMMENDED FLUIDS AND LUBRICANTS
MA-12

SAE Viscosity Number
lFor warm and cold areas: 10W-30 is prefer-
able for ambient temperatures above þ20ÉC
(þ4ÉF).
lFor hot areas: 20W-20, 20W-40 and 20W-50
are suitable.
lFor warm and cold areas: 75W-90 for trans-
fer and 80W-90 for differential are prefer-
able.
lFor hot areas: 90 is suitable for ambient
temperatures below 40ÉC (104ÉF).
lFor all areas: 75W-90 for transmission is
preferable.
lFor cold areas: 10W-30 is preferable.
lFor hot and warm areas: 20W-40 and
20W-50 are suitable.
TI0005TI0003
TI0006
RECOMMENDED FLUIDS AND LUBRICANTS
MA-13

Anti-freeze Coolant Mixture Ratio
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 inhibitors. Therefore, addi-
tional cooling system additives are not necessary.
CAUTION:
When adding or replacing coolant, be sure to use only an
ethylene glycol anti-freeze with the proper mixture ratio. See
the following examples:
Outside temperature
down toAnti-
freezeSoft
water
ÉC ÉF
þ15 5 30% 70%
þ35 þ30 50% 50%
The use of other types of coolant solutions may damage
your cooling system.
RECOMMENDED FLUIDS AND LUBRICANTS
MA-14

Checking Drive Belts
1. Inspect for cracks, fraying, wear or oil. If necessary, replace
with a new one.
2. Inspect drive belt deflections by pushing midway between
pulleys.
Adjust if belt deflections exceed the limit.
Belt deflection:
Unit: mm (in)
Used belt deflection
Deflection of new
belt
LimitDeflection after
adjustment
Alternator 17 (0.67)10-12
(0.39 - 0.47)8-10
(0.31 - 0.39)
Air conditioner
compressor16 (0.63)10-12
(0.39 - 0.47)8-10
(0.31 - 0.39)
Power steering oil
pump15 (0.59)9-11
(0.35 - 0.43)7-9
(0.28 - 0.35)
Applied pushing
force98 N (10 kg, 22 lb)
Inspect drive belt deflections when engine is cold.
SMA916C
ENGINE MAINTENANCEKA
MA-15

Changing Engine Coolant
WARNING:
To avoid being scalded, never change the coolant when the
engine is hot.
Ð DRAINING ENGINE COOLANT Ð
1. Move heater ``TEMP'' control lever all the way to ``HOT''
position.
lMake sure that air condition switch is ``OFF''.
2. Open radiator drain plug at the bottom of radiator, and
remove radiator cap.
3. Remove reservoir tank, drain coolant, then clean reservoir
tank. Install it temporarily.
Be careful not to allow coolant to contact drive belts.
4. Remove cylinder block drain plug.
Ð FLUSHING COOLING SYSTEM Ð
5. Install and then tighten radiator drain plug and cylinder block
drain plug securely.
6. Open air relief plug.
7. Fill radiator with water and close air relief plug and radiator
cap.
8. Run engine and warm it up sufficiently.
9. Race engine 2 or 3 times under no-load.
10. Stop engine and wait until it cools down.
11. Repeat step 2 through step 10 until clear water begins to
drain from radiator.
12. Drain water.
Ð REFILLING ENGINE COOLANT Ð
lApply sealant to the thread of drain plug.
: 34-44Nzm
(3.5 - 4.5 kg-m, 25 - 33 ft-lb)
SMA917C
SMA918CA
SMA919C
SMA580C
ENGINE MAINTENANCEKA
MA-16

13. Open radiator cap and air relief plug.
14. Fill radiator with coolant up to specified level.
Follow instructions attached to anti-freeze container for mix-
ing ratio of anti-freeze to water.
For coolant mixture ratio, refer to MA-14.
Unit:!(Imp qt)
Coolant capacity:
2WD 4WD
Without reservoir tank 6.1 (5-3/8)
Reservoir tank 0.6 (1/2)
Pour coolant through coolant filler neck slowly to allow air
in system to escape.
15. Close air relief plug.
16. Remove reservoir tank, drain coolant, then clean reservoir
tank.
17. Install reservoir tank and fill it with coolant up to ``MAX'' level
and then install radiator cap.
18. Run engine and warm it up sufficiently.
19. Race engine 2 or 3 times under no-load.
20. Stop engine and cool it down, then add coolant as neces-
sary.
Checking Cooling System
CHECKING HOSES
Check hoses for proper attachment, leaks, cracks, damage,
loose connections, chafing and deterioration.
CHECKING RADIATOR CAP
Apply pressure to radiator cap by means of a cap tester to see
if it is satisfactory.
Radiator cap relief pressure:
Standard
78-98kPa
(0.78 - 0.98 bar, 0.8 - 1.0 kg/cm
2, 11 - 14 psi)
Limit
59-98kPa
(0.59 - 0.98 bar, 0.6 - 1.0 kg/cm
2,9-14psi)
Pull the negative-pressure valve to open it. Check that it closes
completely when released.
SMA182B
SMA920C
SLC769A
SMA871B
ENGINE MAINTENANCEKA
Changing Engine Coolant (Cont'd)
MA-17