oil change NISSAN PRIMERA 1999 Electronic Owner's Manual

If the tip clearance (2) exceeds the limit, replace gear set.

If body to gear clearances (1, 3, 4, 5) exceed the limit,
replace front cover assembly.
REGULATOR VALVE INSPECTIONNCLC0008
1. Visually inspect components for wear and damage.
2. Check oil pressure regulator valve sliding surface and valve
spring.
3. Coat regulator valve with engine oil.
Check that it falls smoothly into the valve hole by its own
weight.
If damaged, replace regulator valve set or front cover assem-
bly.
4. Check regulator valve to front cover clearance.
Clearance:
6 : 0.052 - 0.088 mm (0.0020 - 0.0035 in)
If it exceeds the limit, replace front cover assembly.
Oil FilterNCLC0010The oil filter is a small, full-flow cartridge type and is provided with
a relief valve.

The new and previous oil filter designs differ from each
other and are not interchangeable.

Use Tool KV10115801 for removing oil filter.
SEM857F Inside micrometer
Front cover
Micrometer
Inner gear
SLC986AA Spring
Regulator valveWasher
Plug
SLC101B Front
cover
Regulator valve
SLC972A Oil filter body
Relief valve
Filtering paper
Screw
PackingBody
color
(gray)
Label
(red)
ENGINE LUBRICATION SYSTEMQG
Oil Pump (Cont’d)
LC-7

REGULATOR VALVE INSPECTION
1. Visually inspect components for wear and damage.
2. Check oil pressure regulator valve sliding surface and valve
spring.
3. Coat regulator valve with engine oil. Check that regulator valve
falls smoothly into the valve hole by its own weight.
If damaged, replace regulator valve set or oil pump cover.
4. Check regulator valve to oil pump cover clearance.
Clearance:
6: 0.040 - 0.097 mm (0.0016 - 0.0038 in)
If it exceeds the limit, replace oil pump cover.
Oil Filter
The oil filter is a small, full-flow cartridge type and is provided with
a relief valve.

The new and existing oil filter designs differ from each
other and are not interchangeable.

Use Tool KV10115801 or KV10115800 for removing oil fil-
ter.
SLC986AA Spring
Regulator valveWasher
Cap
SLC451A Oil pump cover
Regulator valve
NLC046 Oil filter body
Relief valve
Filtering paper
Thread
Gasket
ENGINE LUBRICATION SYSTEMSR20DE
Oil Pump (Cont’d)
LC-19

General maintenance includes those items which should be checked during normal day-to-day operation of
the vehicle. They are essential if the vehicle is to continue functioning correctly. Owners can perform the
checks and inspections themselves, or they can be carried out by a NISSAN dealer.
Item Reference pages
OUTSIDE THE VEHICLE
The maintenance items listed here should be checked periodically, unless otherwise specified.
TiresCheck the pressure with a gauge weekly when at a service station, including the spare,
and adjust to the specified pressure if necessary. Check carefully for damage, cuts or exces-
sive wear.
Windshield wiper bladesCheck for cracks or wear if not functioning correctly.
Doors and engine hoodCheck that all doors, the engine hood, the trunk lid and back door
function correctly. Also ensure that all latches lock securely. Lubricate if necessary. Make sure
that the secondary latch prevents the hood from opening when the primary latch is released.
When driving in areas using road salt or other corrosive materials, check for lubrication more
often.MA-54
Tire rotationTires should be rotated every 10,000 km (6,000 miles). MA-53
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 correctly and installed securely. Also check headlight aim.
Warning lights and buzzers/chimesMake sure that all warning lights and buzzers/chimes
are functioning correctly.
Steering wheelCheck that it has the specified play. Check for changes in the steering
operation, such as excessive free play, hard steering or strange noises.
Free play: Less than 35 mm (1.38 in.)
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-54
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 fluidCheck that there is adequate fluid in the tank.
Engine coolant levelCheck the coolant level when the engine is cold.
Engine oil levelCheck the level after parking the vehicle (on level ground) and turning off the
engine.MA-24 / MA-34 /
MA-45
Brake and clutch fluid levelsMake sure that the brake and clutch fluid levels are between
the“MAX”and“MIN”lines on the reservoir.MA-51 / MA-48
BatteryCheck the fluid level in each cell. It should be between the“MAX”and“MIN”lines.
GENERAL MAINTENANCE
MA-5

SAE Viscosity Number

For warm and cold areas: 10W-30 is suit-
able. The use of 5W-30 can have a positive
effect on fuel economy (ACEA A1-98).

For hot areas: 20W-40 and 20W-50 are suit-
able.

For cold and warm areas: 10W-30 is prefer-
able for ambient temperatures above20°C
(4°F).

On turbocharger models, 5W-20 is not
recommended, and 5W-30 should be used
only below 0°C (32°F).

For hot areas: 20W-40 and 20W-50 are suit-
able.
Outside Temperature Range
Anticipated Before Next Oil Change
PETROL ENGINE OIL
* Not recommended
for sustained high
speed driving
NTI035
TI0006 Outside Temperature Range
Anticipated Before Next Oil Change
DIESEL ENGINE OIL
* Not recommended for
sustained high speed
driving
RECOMMENDED FLUIDS AND LUBRICANTS
MA-17

Changing Engine Oil
WARNING:

Be careful not to burn yourself, as the engine oil is hot.

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.
1. Warm up engine, and check for oil leakage from engine com-
ponents.
2. Stop engine.
3. Remove drain plug and oil filler cap.
4. Drain oil and refill with new engine oil.
Oil grade: API SH or SJ/ACEA A2/96
Viscosity: See“RECOMMENDED FLUIDS AND LUB-
RICANTS”, MA-16.
Refill oil capacity (Approximate):
Unit:
(Imp pts)
Drain and refill
With oil filter change2.9
Without oil filter change2.7
Dry engine (engine overhaul)3.0
CAUTION:

Be sure to clean drain plug and install with new washer.
Drain plug:
:29-39N·m (3.0 - 4.0 kg-m, 22 - 29 ft-lb)

The refill oil capacity depends on oil temperature and
drain time. Use these specifications as a reference only.
Always use the dipstick to determine when the proper
amount of oil is in the engine.
5. Start engine and check area around drain plug and oil filter
for 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 filter with Tool.
WARNING:
Be careful not to burn yourself, as the engine and the engine
oil are hot.
2. Clean the oil filter mounting surface on the cylinder block.
Coat the rubber seal of the new oil filter with engine oil.
SMA672C Oil filler cap
Oil filter
Drain plug
SMA390C Refill oil to this
“H”level.
Do not overfill.
SMA010
ENGINE MAINTENANCEQG
MA-24

Changing Air Cleaner Filter
Viscous paper type
Unfasten clamps to change air cleaner filter.
The viscous paper type filter does not need cleaning.
Changing Engine Oil
WARNING:

Be careful not to burn yourself, as the engine oil is hot.

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.
1. Warm up engine, and check for oil leakage from engine com-
ponents.
2. Stop engine.
3. Remove drain plug and oil filler cap.
4. Drain oil and refill with new engine oil.
Oil grade: API SH or SJ/ACEA A2/96
Viscosity: See“RECOMMENDED FLUIDS AND LUBRI-
CANTS”, MA-16.
Refill oil capacity (Approximate):
Unit:
(Imp pts)
Drain and refill
With oil filter change3.7 (6 - 1/2)
Without oil filter change3.5 (6 - 1/8)
Dry engine (engine overhaul)3.9 (6 - 7/8)
CAUTION:

Be sure to clean drain plug and install with new washer.
Drain plug:
:29-39N·m (3.0 - 4.0 kg-m, 22 - 29 ft-lb)

The refill oil capacity depends on oil temperature and
drain time. Use these specifications as a reference only.
Always use the dipstick to determine when the proper
amount of oil is in the engine.
5. Start engine and check area around drain plug and oil filter
for oil leakage.
6. Run engine for a few minutes, then turn it off. After several
minutes, check oil level.
NMA006
NMA039 Oil filter
SR20DE engine model
NDI021 Overfill
Normal range
Add
ENGINE MAINTENANCESR20DE
MA-34

Changing Engine Oil
WARNING:

Be careful not to burn yourself, as the engine oil is hot.

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.
1. Warm up engine, and check for oil leakage from engine com-
ponents.
2. Stop engine.
3. Remove drain plug and oil filler cap.
4. Drain oil and refill with new engine oil.
Oil specification and viscosity:

ACEA B2-96 (CCMC-PD2)

See“RECOMMENDED FLUIDS AND LUBRICANTS”,
MA-16.
Oil capacity (Approximately):
Unit:
(Imp pts)
Drain and refill
With oil filter change5.0
Without oil filter change4.5
Dry engine (engine overhaul)5.1
CAUTION:

Be sure to clean drain plug and install with new washer.
Drain plug:
:29-39N·m (3.0 - 4.0 kg-m, 22 - 29 ft-lb)

The refill capacity depends on the oil temperature and
drain time. Use these specifications for reference only.
Always use the dipstick to determine when the proper
amount of oil is in the engine.
5. Warm up engine, and check area around drain plug and oil
filter for oil leakage.
6. Stop engine.
7. Check oil level.
Changing Engine Oil Filter
1. Remove oil filter with Tool.
WARNING:
Be careful not to burn yourself, as engine and engine oil are
hot.
SMA418C Engine oil drain plug
.SMA411C Oil filter cap
Engine oil
level gauge
SMA822C Refill oil to this“H”
level.
Do not overfill.
SMA412C Engine oil
filter
ENGINE MAINTENANCECD20T
MA-45

Engine Maintenance
INSPECTION AND ADJUSTMENT
Drive belt deflection and tension
Deflection adjustment Unit: mm (in) Tension adjustment* Unit: N (kg, lb)
Used belt
New beltUsed belt
New belt
LimitAfter
adjustmentLimitAfter
adjustment
Alternator
Without aircondi-
tioner compressor10.2
(0.402)6.5 - 7.0
(0.256 - 0.276)5.5 - 6.1
(0.217 - 0.240)
292
(29.8, 65.6)652 - 740
(66.5 - 75.5,
146.6 - 166.4)789 - 877
(80.5 - 89.7,
177.4 - 197.6)
With airconditioner
compressor8.1
(0.319)5.3 - 5.7
(0.209 - 0.224)4.5 - 5.0
(0.177 - 0.197)
Power steering
oil pump10.8
(0.425)6.6 - 7.5
(0.260 - 0.295)6.0 - 6.6
(0.236 - 0.260)196
(20.0, 44.1)495 - 583
(50.5 - 59.5,
111.3 - 131.1)603 - 691
(61.5 - 70.5,
135.6 - 155.3)
Applied pushing force 98 N (10 kg, 22 lb)—
*: If belt tension gauge cannot be installed at check points shown, check drive belt tension at a different location on the belt.
Oil capacity (Refill capacity)Unit:
(Imp pts)
With oil filter change 2.9 (5 - 1/8)
Without oil filter change 2.7 (4 - 3/4)
Coolant capacityUnit:
(Imp pts)
With reservoir tank 6.1 (10 - 3/4)
Reservoir tank 0.8 (1 - 3/8)
Spark plug
Make CHAMPION NGK
Standard typeRC10YCC4
RC10YC4BKR5E-11
Hot typeRC12YCC4
RC12YC4BKR4E-11
Cold typeRC7YCC4
RC7YC4BKR6E-11
Plug gap mm (in) 1.0 - 1.1 (0.039 - 0.043)
SERVICE DATA AND SPECIFICATIONS (SDS)QG
MA-56

Engine Maintenance
INSPECTION AND ADJUSTMENT
Drive belt deflection and tension
Deflection adjustment Unit: mm (in) Tension adjustment* Unit: N (kg, lb)
Used belt
New beltUsed belt
New belt
LimitAfter adjust-
mentLimitAfter adjust-
ment
Alternator12-13
(0.47 - 0.51)8-9
(0.31 - 0.35)7-8
(0.28 - 0.31)264
(26.9, 59.3)493 - 583
(50.3 - 59.5,
110.8 - 131.1)11720 70J00 11720 70J05
603 - 691
(61.5 - 70.5,
135.6 - 155.3)652 - 740
(66.5 - 75.5,
146.6 - 166.4)
Air condi-
tioner com-
pressor9 (0.35)5.5 - 6.5
(0.217 -
0.256)4.5 - 5.5
(0.177 -
0.217)304
(31.0, 68.3)534 - 623
(54.5 - 63.5,
120.0 - 140.1)11920 9F500 11920 9F505
652 - 740
(66.5 - 75.5,
146.6 - 166.4)838 - 926
(85.5 - 94.5,
188 - 208)
Power steer-
ing oil pump12
(0.47)8-9
(0.31 - 0.35)7-8
(0.28 - 0.31)264
(26.9, 59.3)493 - 583
(50.3 - 59.5,
110.8 - 131.1)603 - 691
(61.5 - 70.5,
135.6 - 155.3)603 - 691
(61.5 - 70.5,
135.6 - 155.3)
Applied push-
ing force98 N (10 kg, 22 lb)—
*: If belt tension gauge cannot be installed at check points shown, check drive belt tension at a different location on the belt.
Oil capacity (Refill capacity)Unit:
(Imp pts)
With oil filter change 3.7 (6 - 1/2)
Without oil filter change 3.5 (6 - 1/8)
Coolant capacity (Refill capacity)
Unit:
(Imp pts)
Engine SR20DE
With reservoir tankM/T 6.6 (11 - 5/8)
CVT 6.8 (12)
Reservoir tank 0.8 (1 - 3/8)
Spark plug
Make NGK
Ty p e
Standard BKR6EY-11
Hot—
Cold—
Plug gap mm (in) 1.0 - 1.1 (0.039 - 0.043)
Ignition leadUnit: kΩ/m
Ignition lead Resistance [at 25°C(77°F)]
No. 1 cylinder Approx 3.8
No. 2 cylinder Approx 3.5
No. 3 cylinder Approx 2.7
No. 4 cylinder Approx 2.4
For U.K. (Made by Bougicord) 4.48 - 6.72 kΩ(1.365 - 2.048
kΩ/ft) [at 25°C (77°F)]
SERVICE DATA AND SPECIFICATIONS (SDS)SR20DE
MA-57