Fuel system NISSAN TEANA 2003 Owners Manual

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Do not start working until exhaust system and engine coolant are cool enough.

If items or work required are not covered by the engine section, refer to the applicable sections.

Always use the support point specified for lifting.

Use either 2-pole lift type or separate type lift as best you can. If board-on type is used for
unavoidable reasons, support at the rear axle jacking point with transmission jack or similar tool
before starting work, in preparation for the backward shift of center of gravity.

For supporting points for lifting and jacking point at rear axle, refer to GI-37, "Garage Jack and
Safety Stand and 2-Pole Lift" .
REMOVAL
Outline
At first, remove engine and transaxle assembly with front suspension member from vehicle downward. Sepa-
rate front suspension member, and then separate engine from transaxle.
Preparation
1. Release fuel pressure. Refer to EC-392, "FUEL PRESSURE RELEASE" .
2. Drain engine coolant from radiator. Refer to CO-34, "
Changing Engine Coolant" .
CAUTION:

Perform this step when engine is cold.

Do not spill engine coolant on drive belts.
3. Remove the following parts:

Engine cover; Refer to EM-133, "INTAKE MANIFOLD COLLECTOR" .

Hood assembly; Refer to BL-13, "HOOD" .

Front road wheels and tires.

Undercover and splash guards (RH and LH).

Air duct (inlet), air cleaner case (upper) with mass air flow sensor and air duct assembly; Refer to EM-
131, "AIR CLEANER AND AIR DUCT" .

Battery, battery tray and battery tray bracket; Refer to SC-4, "BATTERY" .

Drive belts; Refer to EM-128, "DRIVE BELTS" .

Radiator, reservoir of radiator; Refer to CO-37, "RADIATOR" .

Front wiper arm; Refer to WW-4, "FRONT WIPER AND WASHER SYSTEM" .

Cowl top cover. Refer to EI-21, "COWL TOP" .
4. Disconnect engine room harness at the ECM side.
CAUTION:
To keep clean harness connector and avoid damage and foreign materials, cover them completely
with plastic bags or something similar.
Engine Room
1. Disconnect heater hoses. Refer to CO-52, "WATER OUTLET AND WATER PIPING" .

Install plug to avoid leakage of engine coolant.
2. Remove EVAP hose. Refer to EM-133, "
INTAKE MANIFOLD COLLECTOR" .
3. Disconnect fuel feed hose (with fuel damper) quick connector at centralized under-floor piping side. Refer
to EM-155, "
FUEL INJECTOR AND FUEL TUBE" .

Install plug to avoid leakage of fuel.
4. Disconnect shift control cable at transaxle side. Refer to AT- 2 1 3 , "
SHIFT CONTROL SYSTEM" .
5. Disconnect brake booster vacuum hose at engine side. Refer to EM-133, "
INTAKE MANIFOLD COLLEC-
TOR" .
6. Remove IPDM E/R mounting bolt and IPDM E/R bracket mounting bolts, and move it to aside. Refer to
PG-17, "
IPDM E/R (INTELLIGENT POWER DISTRIBUTION MODULE ENGINE ROOM)" .
7. Remove alternator. Refer to SC-27, "
CHARGING SYSTEM" .
8. Remove A/C compressor with piping connected, and temporarily secure it to aside. Refer to ATC-133,
"Components" .
9. Disconnect suction hoses of power steering oil pump at reservoir tank side.

Install plug to avoid leakage of power steering fluid.

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6. Remove front suspension member mounting nuts and bolts. Refer to FSU-5, "FRONT SUSPENSION
ASSEMBLY" .
7. Carefully lower engine, transaxle and front suspension member assembly. When performing work,
observe the following caution.
CAUTION:

Confirm there is no interference with vehicle.

Make sure that all connection points have been disconnected.

Keep in mind the center of vehicle gravity changes. If necessary, use jack(s) to support vehicle
at rear jacking point(s) to prevent it from falling it off the lift.
Separation Work
1. Remove power steering oil pump, power steering piping and power steering bracket from engine and tran-
saxle assembly. Refer to PS-39, "
HYDRAULIC LINE" .
2. Remove starter motor. Refer to SC-14, "
STARTING SYSTEM" .
3. Disconnect harness connector of engine mounting insulators (front and rear).
4. Remove engine mounting (front) and engine mounting (rear) through-bolts.
5. Lift with hoist and separate engine and transaxle assembly from front suspension member.
CAUTION:
Before and during this lifting, always make sure that any harnesses are not connected.
6. Remove each engine mounting insulator and each engine mounting bracket from engine, transaxle and
front suspension member.
7. Separate engine and transaxle. Refer to AT- 2 4 1 , "
TRANSAXLE ASSEMBLY" (A/T), CVT-193, "TRAN-
SAXLE ASSEMBLY" (CVT).
INSTALLATION
Note the following, and install in the reverse order of removal.

Do not allow engine mounting insulator to be damage and careful no engine oil gets on it.

For a path with a specified installation orientation, refer to component figure in EM-223, "Removal and
Installation" .

Make sure all engine mounting insulators are seated properly, then tighten nuts and bolts.
INSPECTION AFTER INSTALLATION
Inspection for Leaks
The following are procedures for checking fluids leak, lubricates leak and exhaust gases leak.

Before starting engine, check oil/fluid levels including engine coolant and engine oil. If less than required
quantity, fill to the specified level. Refer to MA-14, "
RECOMMENDED FLUIDS AND LUBRICANTS" .

Use procedure below to check for fuel leakage.
–Turn ignition switch “ON” (with engine stopped). With fuel pressure applied to fuel piping, check for fuel
leakage at connection points.
–Start engine. With engine speed increased, check again for fuel leakage at connection points.

Run engine to check for unusual noise and vibration.

Warm up engine thoroughly to make sure there is no leakage of fuel, exhaust gases, or any oil/fluids
including engine oil and engine coolant.

Bleed air from lines and hoses of applicable lines, such as in cooling system.

After cooling down engine, again check oil/fluid levels including engine oil and engine coolant. Refill to the
specified level, if necessary.

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FUEL SYSTEM
PREPARATION ........................................................... 2
Commercial Service Tools ........................................ 2
FUEL SYSTEM ........................................................... 3
Checking Fuel Lines ................................................. 3
General Precautions ................................................ 3
FUEL LEVEL SENSOR UNIT, FUEL FILTER AND
FUEL PUMP ASSEMBLY ........................................... 4
Removal and Installation .......................................... 4
REMOVAL ............................................................. 4
INSTALLATION ..................................................... 7
INSPECTION AFTER INSTALLATION ................. 7FUEL TANK ................................................................ 8
Removal and Installation .......................................... 8
REMOVAL ............................................................. 8
INSTALLATION ..................................................... 9
INSPECTION AFTER INSTALLATION .................. 9
SERVICE DATA AND SPECIFICATIONS (SDS) ...... 11
Standard and Limit .................................................. 11

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FUEL SYSTEMPFP:17503
Checking Fuel LinesBBS005AE
Inspect fuel lines, fuel filler cap and fuel tank for improper attach-
ment, leaks, cracks, damage, loose connections, chafing or deterio-
ration.
If necessary, repair or replace damaged parts.
General PrecautionsBBS005AF
WARNING:
When replacing fuel line parts, be sure to observe the following.

Put a “CAUTION: FLAMMABLE” sign in the workshop.

Be sure to work in a well ventilated area and furnish workshop with a CO2 fire extinguisher.

Do not smoke while servicing fuel system. Keep open flames and sparks away from the work area.

Put drained fuel in an explosion-proof container and put the lid on securely. Keep the container in
safe area.
CAUTION:

Use gasoline required by the regulations for octane number. Refer to GI-6, "Precautions for Fuel" .

Before removing fuel line parts, perform the following procedures:
–Release fuel pressure from the fuel lines. Refer to EC-49, "FUEL PRESSURE RELEASE"
(QR20DE), or EC-392, "FUEL PRESSURE RELEASE" (VQ23DE and VQ35DE).
–Disconnect the battery cable from negative terminal.

Always replace clamps with new ones.

Do not kink or twist tubes when they are being installed.

Perform work on level place.

Do not tighten hose clamps excessively to avoid damaging hoses.

After connecting fuel tube quick connectors, make sure
quick connectors are secure.
Ensure that connector and resin tube do not contact any
adjacent parts.

After installing tubes, make sure there is no fuel leakage at
connections in the following steps.
–Apply fuel pressure to fuel lines with turning ignition switch
“ON” (with engine stopped). Then check for fuel leaks at
connections.
–Start engine and rev it up and check for fuel leaks at con-
nections.

Use only a genuine NISSAN fuel filler cap as a replacement.
If an incorrect fuel filler cap is used, the “MIL” may come
on.

For servicing “Evaporative Emission System” parts, refer to
EC-27, "
EVAPORATIVE EMISSION SYSTEM" (QR20DE), or
EC-366, "
EVAPORATIVE EMISSION SYSTEM" (VQ23DE
and VQ35DE).
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FUEL LEVEL SENSOR UNIT, FUEL FILTER AND FUEL PUMP ASSEMBLY

FUEL LEVEL SENSOR UNIT, FUEL FILTER AND FUEL PUMP ASSEMBLYPFP:17042
Removal and InstallationBBS005AG
REMOVAL
WARNING:
Be sure to read “General Precautions” before working on the fuel system. Refer to FL-3, "
General Pre-
cautions" .
1. Check fuel level on fuel gauge. If fuel gauge indicates more than
the level as shown in the figure (full or almost full), drain fuel
from fuel tank until fuel gauge indicates level as shown in the fig-
ure or below.
NOTE:
Because fuel will be spilled when removing fuel level sensor unit
for the top of fuel is above the fuel level sensor unit installation
surface.

As a guide, fuel level becomes the position as shown in the
figure or below when approximately 10 (2-1/4 Imp gal) of
fuel are drained from fuel tank.

In a case that fuel pump does not operate, perform the follow-
ing procedure.
a. Insert hose of less than 25 mm (0.98 in) in diameter into fuel filler tube through fuel filler opening to draw
fuel from fuel filler tube.
b. Disconnect fuel filler hose from fuel filler tube. Refer to FL-8, "
FUEL TANK" .
c. Insert hose into fuel tank through fuel filler hose to draw fuel from fuel tank.
2. Release the fuel pressure from the fuel lines. Refer to EC-49, "
FUEL PRESSURE RELEASE" (QR20DE
), or EC-392, "
FUEL PRESSURE RELEASE" (VQ23DE and VQ35DE).
3. Open fuel filler lid.
4. Open fuel filler cap and release the pressure inside fuel tank.
5. Remove rear seat cushion. Refer to SE-112, "
REAR SEAT" .
1. Lock ring 2.Fuel level sensor unit, fuel filter and
fuel pump assembly3. Seal packing
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INSTALLATION
Note the following, and install in the reverse order of removal.
Fuel Level Sensor Unit, Fuel Filter and Fuel Pump Assembly
1. Install seal packing to fuel tank without any twist.
2. Align “B” with “A” as shown in the figure. Install fuel level sensor
unit, fuel filter and fuel pump assembly to fuel tank.
CAUTION:
Do not bend float arm during installing.
3. Tighten lock ring with lock ring wrench (commercial service tool).
CAUTION:
Install lock ring horizontally.
Quick Connector
Connect quick connector of fuel feed hose as follows:
1. Check the connection for damage or any foreign materials.
2. Align the connector with the tube, then insert the connector straight into the tube until a click sound is
heard.
3. After connecting, make sure that the connection is secure by following method.

Visually confirm that the two tabs are connected to the connector.

Pull the tube and the connector to make sure they are
securely connected.
Inspection Hole Cover
1. Install inspection hole cover with front mark (arrow) facing front of vehicle.
2. Lock clips by turning counter-clockwise.
INSPECTION AFTER INSTALLATION
Use the following procedure to check for fuel leaks.
1. Turn ignition switch “ON” (with engine stopped), then check connections for leaks by applying fuel pres-
sure to fuel piping.
2. Start engine and rev it up and make sure there are no fuel leaks at the fuel system connections.
A : Arrow mark (Fuel tank side)
B : Positioning mark
C : Fuel tank
: Vehicle front
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FUEL TANK

FUEL TANKPFP:17202
Removal and InstallationBBS005AI
REMOVAL
WARNING:
Be sure to read “General Precautions” before working on the fuel system. Refer to FL-3, "
General Pre-
cautions" .

Drain fuel from fuel tank if necessary. Refer to FL-4, "REMOVAL" .
CAUTION:
For the safety work and to maintain fuel tank gravity at center, drain fuel to the level where fuel
tank weight at left and right becomes equal.

Perform work on level place.
1. Perform steps 2 to 7 of “REMOVAL” in “FUEL LEVEL SENSOR UNIT, FUEL FILTER AND FUEL PUMP
ASSEMBLY”. Refer to FL-4, "
REMOVAL" .
2. Remove center muffler. Refer to EX-2, "
EXHAUST SYSTEM" .
3. Remove center muffler mounting rubber. Refer to EX-2, "
EXHAUST SYSTEM" .
4. Move parking brake rear right and left cables from the lower part of fuel tank. Refer to PB-3, "
PA R K I N G
BRAKE CONTROL" .
5. Support bottom of rear suspension member with transmission jack, and descend rear suspension assem-
bly. Refer to RSU-5, "
REAR SUSPENSION ASSEMBLY" .
6. Remove fuel tank protector.
1. Fuel filler tube 2. Vent hose 3. Fuel tank
4. Fuel tank mounting band 5. Clip 6. Fuel tank protector
7. Fuel tank mounting band 8. Fuel filler hose 9. Grommet
10. Fuel filler cap 11. EVAP hose
PBIC2527E

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7. Disconnect fuel filler hose and vent hose at the position shown
in the figure.
8. Disconnect EVAP hose at EVAP canister side.
9. Support the lower part of fuel tank with transmission jack.
CAUTION:

Support right and left part of flat bottom plate with pass-
ing board.

Because the height of right and left bottom plate is differ-
ent, horizontally support them with wood plate and things
like that.

Support the position that fuel tank mounting bands do
not engage.
10. Remove fuel tank mounting bands.
11. Supporting with hands, descend transmission jack carefully, and remove fuel tank.
CAUTION:

Make sure that all connection points have been disconnected.

Confirm there is no interference with vehicle.
12. Remove fuel filler tube, if necessary.
INSTALLATION
Note to the following, and install in the reverse order of removal.

Surely clamp fuel hoses and insert hose to the length below.

Be sure hose clamp is not placed on swelled area of fuel tube.

Tighten fuel hose clamp so that the distance between its lugs becomes to the following.

Before fixing fuel tank, temporarily install fuel filler tube.
CAUTION:
Use genuine fuel filler tube mounting bolts or equivalent. Make sure to tighten them to the speci-
fied torque.

To connect quick connector, refer to FL-7, "Quick Connector" .
INSPECTION AFTER INSTALLATION
Use the following procedure to check for fuel leaks.
1. Turn ignition switch “ON” (with engine stopped), and check connections for leakage by applying fuel pres-
sure to fuel piping.
2. Start engine and rev it up and make sure there are no fuel leaks at the fuel system tube and hose connec-
tions.
PBIC2528E
PBIC2529E
Fuel filler hose : 35 mm (1.38 in)
The other hoses : 25 mm (0.98 in)
Fuel tank side : 5 - 9 mm (0.20 - 0.35 in)
Fuel filler tube side : 7 - 11 mm (0.28 - 0.43 in)

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GENERAL INFORMATION
A GENERAL INFORMATION
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GENERAL INFORMATION
PRECAUTIONS .......................................................... 3
Description ............................................................... 3
Precautions for Supplemental Restraint System
(SRS) “AIR BAG” and “SEAT BELT PRE-TEN-
SIONER” .................................................................. 3
Precautions for NATS (NISSAN ANTI-THEFT SYS-
TEM) ........................................................................ 3
Precautions Necessary for Steering Wheel Rotation
After Battery Disconnect .......................................... 4
OPERATION PROCEDURE ................................. 4
General Precautions ................................................ 4
Precautions for Three Way Catalyst ......................... 6
Precautions for Fuel ................................................. 6
QR20DE/VQ23DE ENGINE (REGULAR GASO-
LINE, UNLEADED PREMIUM GASOLINE REC-
OMMENDED) ........................................................ 6
VQ35DE ENGINE (PREMIUM GASOLINE) ......... 6
Precautions for Multiport Fuel Injection System or
Engine Control System ............................................ 6
Precautions for Hoses .............................................. 7
HOSE REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION ............... 7
HOSE CLAMPING ................................................ 7
Precautions for Engine Oils ...................................... 8
HEALTH PROTECTION PRECAUTIONS ............. 8
Precautions for Air Conditioning ............................... 8
HOW TO USE THIS MANUAL ................................... 9
Description ............................................................... 9
Terms ....................................................................... 9
Units ......................................................................... 9
Contents ................................................................... 9
Components ........................................................... 10
SYMBOLS ........................................................... 10
How to Follow Trouble Diagnoses ........................... 11
DESCRIPTION ..................................................... 11
HOW TO FOLLOW TEST GROUPS IN TROU-
BLE DIAGNOSES ................................................ 11
HARNESS WIRE COLOR AND CONNECTOR
NUMBER INDICATION ....................................... 12
KEY TO SYMBOLS SIGNIFYING MEASURE-
MENTS OR PROCEDURES ............................... 13How to Read Wiring Diagrams ............................... 15
HEALTH PROTECTION PRECAUTIONS ............. 8
SYMBOLS ........................................................... 10
DESCRIPTION .................................................... 17
Abbreviations .......................................................... 23
SERVICE INFORMATION FOR ELECTRICAL INCI-
DENT ......................................................................... 24
How to Perform Efficient Diagnosis for an Electrical
Incident ................................................................... 24
WORK FLOW ...................................................... 24
INCIDENT SIMULATION TESTS ........................ 24
CIRCUIT INSPECTION ....................................... 27
Control Units and Electrical Parts ........................... 31
PRECAUTIONS .................................................. 31
CONSULT-II CHECKING SYSTEM .......................... 33
Description .............................................................. 33
Function and System Application ........................... 33
Nickel Metal Hydride Battery Replacement ............ 33
Checking Equipment .............................................. 34
CONSULT-II Start Procedure .................................. 34
CONSULT-II Data Link Connector (DLC) Circuit .... 35
INSPECTION PROCEDURE .............................. 35
CIRCUIT DIAGRAM ............................................... 36
LIFTING POINT ......................................................... 37
Commercial Service Tools ...................................... 37
Garage Jack and Safety Stand and 2-Pole Lift ....... 37
Board-On Lift .......................................................... 38
TOW TRUCK TOWING ............................................. 39
Tow Truck Towing ................................................... 39
TOWING AN AUTOMATIC TRANSAXLE
MODEL WITH THE FRONT WHEELS ON THE
GROUND ............................................................ 39
Vehicle Recovery (Freeing a Stuck Vehicle) ........... 39
TIGHTENING TORQUE OF STANDARD BOLTS .... 40
Tightening Torque Table ......................................... 40
IDENTIFICATION INFORMATION ............................ 41
Model Variation ....................................................... 41
IDENTIFICATION NUMBER ................................ 41
IDENTIFICATION PLATE .................................... 42
ENGINE SERIAL NUMBER ................................ 42

PRECAUTIONS
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Before starting repairs which do not require battery power:
Turn off ignition switch.
Disconnect the negative battery terminal.

If the battery terminals are disconnected, recorded memory of
radio and each control unit is erased.

Battery posts, terminals and related accessories contain lead
and lead compounds. Wash hands after handling.

To prevent serious burns:
Avoid contact with hot metal parts.
Do not remove the radiator cap when the engine is hot.

Dispose of or recycle drained oil or the solvent used for cleaning
parts in an appropriate manner.

Do not attempt to top off the fuel tank after the fuel pump nozzle
shuts off automatically.
Continued refueling may cause fuel overflow, resulting in fuel
spray and possibly a fire.

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 ECM).
Static electricity may damage internal electronic components.

After disconnecting vacuum or air hoses, attach a tag to indicate the proper connection.

Use only the fluids and lubricants specified in this manual.

Use approved bonding agent, sealants or their equivalents when required.

Use hand tools, power tools (disassembly only) and recom-
mended special tools where specified for safe and efficient ser-
vice repairs.

When repairing the fuel, oil, water, vacuum or exhaust systems,
check all affected lines for leaks.

Before servicing the vehicle:
Protect fenders, upholstery and carpeting with appropriate cov-
ers.
Take caution that keys, buckles or buttons do not scratch paint.
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