engine oil NISSAN TEANA 2003 Service Manual

LU-28
[VQ]
SERVICE DATA AND SPECIFICATIONS (SDS)

SERVICE DATA AND SPECIFICATIONS (SDS)PFP:00030
Standard and LimitBBS004WQ
OIL PRESSURE
*: Engine oil temperature at 80°C (176°F)
OIL CAPACITY (APPROXIMATE)
Unit: (Imp qt)
OIL PUMP
Unit: mm (in)
REGULATOR VALVE
Unit: mm (in) Engine speed
rpm Approximate discharge pressure*
kPa (bar, kg/cm
2 , psi)
Idle speed More than 98 (0.98, 1.0, 14)
2,000 More than 294 (2.94, 3.0, 43)
Drain and refillWith oil filter change 4.0 (3-1/2)
Without oil filter change 3.7 (3-1/4)
Dry engine (Overhaul)5.0 (4-3/8)
Items VQ23DE VQ35DE
Oil pump body to oil pump outer rotor radial clearance 0.120 - 0.195 (0.0047 - 0.0077) 0.114 - 0.260 (0.0045 - 0.0102)
Oil pump inner rotor to oil pump outer rotor tip clearance 0.060 - 0.160 (0.0024 - 0.0063) Below 0.180 (0.0071)
Oil pump body to oil pump inner rotor side clearance 0.030 - 0.070 (0.0012 - 0.0028)
Oil pump body to oil pump outer rotor side clearance 0.050 - 0.090 (0.0020 - 0.0035) 0.050 - 0.110 (0.0020 - 0.0043)
Oil pump inner rotor to oil pump body clearance 0.045 - 0.091 (0.0018 - 0.0036)
Items VQ23DE VQ35DE
Regulator valve to oil pump body clearance 0.025 - 0.070 (0.0010 - 0.0028) 0.040 - 0.097 (0.0016 - 0.0038)

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CONTENTS
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MAINTENANCE
PREPARATION ........................................................... 3
Special Service Tools ............................................... 3
Commercial Service Tools ........................................ 3
DESCRIPTION ............................................................ 4
Pre-Delivery Inspection Items .................................. 4
GENERAL MAINTENANCE ....................................... 6
General Maintenance ............................................... 6
OUTSIDE THE VEHICLE ...................................... 6
INSIDE THE VEHICLE .......................................... 6
UNDER THE HOOD AND VEHICLE .................... 7
PERIODIC MAINTENANCE ....................................... 8
Periodic Maintenance ............................................... 8
ENGINE AND EMISSION CONTROL MAINTE-
NANCE .................................................................. 8
CHASSIS AND BODY MAINTENANCE ............... 9
MAINTENANCE UNDER SEVERE DRIVING
CONDITIONS ...................................................... 10
ENGINE AND EMISSION CONTROL MAINTE-
NANCE ................................................................. 11
CHASSIS AND BODY MAINTENANCE ............. 12
MAINTENANCE UNDER SEVERE DRIVING
CONDITIONS ...................................................... 13
RECOMMENDED FLUIDS AND LUBRICANTS ...... 14
Fluids and Lubricants ............................................. 14
SAE Viscosity Number ........................................... 15
GASOLINE ENGINE ........................................... 15
Anti-Freeze Coolant Mixture Ratio ......................... 15
ENGINE MAINTENANCE (QR20DE) ....................... 16
Checking Drive Belts .............................................. 16
Tension Adjustment ................................................ 16
Changing Engine Coolant ...................................... 16
DRAINING ENGINE COOLANT ......................... 16
REFILLING ENGINE COOLANT ........................ 17
FLUSHING COOLING SYSTEM ......................... 18
Checking Cooling System ...................................... 18
CHECKING COOLING SYSTEM HOSES .......... 19
CHECKING RADIATOR CAP .............................. 19
CHECKING RADIATOR SYSTEM FOR LEAKS ... 20
Checking Fuel Lines ............................................... 20
Changing Air Cleaner Filter .................................... 20VISCOUS PAPER TYPE ..................................... 20
Changing Engine Oil ............................................... 20
Changing Oil Filter .................................................. 21
REMOVAL ........................................................... 21
INSTALLATION ................................................... 22
INSPECTION AFTER INSTALLATION ................ 22
Checking and Changing Spark Plugs ..................... 22
REMOVAL ........................................................... 22
INSPECTION AFTER REMOVAL ....................... 23
INSTALLATION ................................................... 23
Checking EVAP Vapor Lines .................................. 23
ENGINE MAINTENANCE (VQ23DE AND VQ35DE) ... 24
Checking Drive Belts .............................................. 24
Tension Adjustment ................................................ 24
ALTERNATOR AND A/C COMPRESSOR BELT ... 25
POWER STEERING OIL PUMP BELT ................ 25
Changing Engine Coolant ....................................... 25
DRAINING ENGINE COOLANT .......................... 26
REFILLING ENGINE COOLANT ......................... 26
FLUSHING COOLING SYSTEM ......................... 27
Checking Cooling System ...................................... 28
CHECKING COOLING SYSTEM HOSES ........... 28
CHECKING RADIATOR CAP .............................. 28
CHECKING RADIATOR ...................................... 29
CHECKING COOLING SYSTEM FOR LEAKS ... 29
Checking Fuel Lines ............................................... 30
Changing Air Cleaner Filter .................................... 30
VISCOUS PAPER TYPE ..................................... 30
Changing Engine Oil ............................................... 30
Changing Oil Filter .................................................. 31
REMOVAL ........................................................... 31
INSTALLATION ................................................... 31
INSPECTION AFTER INSTALLATION ................ 32
Changing Spark Plug (Platinum-Tipped Type) ....... 32
REMOVAL ........................................................... 32
INSPECTION AFTER REMOVAL ....................... 32
INSTALLATION ................................................... 33
Checking Positive Crankcase Ventilation System ... 33
PCV (POSITIVE CRANKCASE VENTILATION)
VALVE ................................................................. 33

MA-2 PCV VALVE VENTILATION HOSE ...................... 34
Checking EVAP Vapor Lines .................................. 34
CHASSIS AND BODY MAINTENANCE ................... 35
Checking Exhaust System ...................................... 35
Checking A/T Fluid ................................................. 35
Changing A/T Fluid ................................................. 36
Checking CVT Fluid ................................................ 36
Changing CVT Fluid ............................................... 38
Balancing Wheels (Bonding Weight Type) ............. 38
REMOVAL ........................................................... 38
WHEEL BALANCE ADJUSTMENT ..................... 38
Tire Rotation ........................................................... 40
Checking Brake Fluid Level and Leaks .................. 40
Checking Brake Lines and Cables ......................... 40
Changing Brake Fluid ............................................. 40
Checking Disc Brake .............................................. 41
ROTOR ................................................................ 41
CALIPER ............................................................. 41
PAD ..................................................................... 41
Checking Steering Gear and Linkage ..................... 41
STEERING GEAR ............................................... 41
STEERING LINKAGE .......................................... 41
Checking Power Steering Fluid and Lines .............. 42
Axle and Suspension Parts ..................................... 42
Drive Shaft .............................................................. 43
Lubricating Locks, Hinges and Hood Latch ............ 43Checking Seat Belt, Buckles, Retractors, Anchors
and Adjusters .......................................................... 44
Checking Body Corrosion ....................................... 45
HEMMED PANELS .............................................. 45
PANEL JOINT ...................................................... 45
PANEL EDGE ...................................................... 45
PARTS CONTACT ............................................... 45
PROTECTORS .................................................... 45
ANTI-CORROSION MATERIALS ........................ 45
DRAIN HOLES ..................................................... 45
SERVICE DATA AND SPECIFICATIONS (SDS) ...... 46
Standard and Limit .................................................. 46
BELT DEFLECTION (QR20DE) ........................... 46
BELT DEFLECTION (VQ23DE AND VQ35DE) ... 46
ENGINE COOLANT CAPACITY (APPROXI-
MATE) (QR20DE) ................................................ 46
ENGINE COOLANT CAPACITY (APPROXI-
MATE) (VQ23DE AND VQ35DE) ......................... 46
RADIATOR ........................................................... 46
ENGINE OIL CAPACITY (APPROXIMATE)
(QR20DE) ............................................................ 46
ENGINE OIL CAPACITY (APPROXIMATE)
(VQ23DE AND VQ35DE) ..................................... 47
SPARK PLUG (PLATINUM-TIPPED TYPE)
(QR20DE, VQ23DE AND VQ35DE) .................... 47
WHEEL BALANCE .............................................. 47

MA-4
DESCRIPTION

DESCRIPTIONPFP:00000
Pre-Delivery Inspection ItemsBLS0005D
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 specifications.
UNDER HOOD — engine off
Radiator coolant level and coolant hose connections for leaks
Battery fluid level, specific gravity and conditions of battery terminals
Drive belts tension
Fuel lines and connections for leaks
Engine oil level and oil leaks
Brake reservoir fluid level and fluid lines for leaks
Windshield and rear window washer and headlamp cleaner reservoir fluid level
Power steering reservoir fluid level and hose connections for leaks
ON INSIDE AND OUTSIDE
Remove front spring/strut spacer (If applicable)
Operation of all instruments, gauges, lights and accessories
Operation of horn(s), wiper and washer
Steering lock for operation
Check air conditioner for gas leaks
Front and rear seats, and seat belts for operation
All moldings, trims and fittings for fit and alignment
All windows for operation and alignment
Hood, trunk lid, door panels for fit and alignment
Latches, keys and locks for operation
Weatherstrips for adhesion and fit
Headlamp aiming
Tighten wheel nuts (Inc. inner nuts if applicable)
Tire pressure (Inc. spare tire)
Check front wheels for toe-in
Install clock/voltmeter/room lamp fuse (If applicable)
Install deodorizing filter to air conditioner (If applicable)
Remove wiper blade protectors (If applicable)
UNDER BODY
Transfer and differential gear oil level
Brake and fuel lines and oil/fluid reservoirs for leaks
Tighten bolts and nuts of steering linkage and gear box, suspension, propeller shafts and drive shafts
Tighten rear body bolts and nuts (Models with wooden bed only)
ROAD TEST
Clutch operation
Parking brake operation
Service brake operation
Automatic transmission/transaxle shift timing and kickdown
Steering control and returnables
Engine performance

GENERAL MAINTENANCE
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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.
Item Reference page
Windshield washer
fluidCheck that there is adequate fluid in the tank. —
Engine coolant levelCheck the coolant level when the engine is cold.MA-25
Engine oil levelCheck the level after parking the vehicle (on level ground) and turning off the
engine.MA-30
Brake fluid levelMake sure that the brake fluid level is between the “MAX” and “MIN” lines on the
reservoir.MA-40
BatteryCheck the fluid level in each cell. It should be between the “MAX” and “MIN”
lines.—
Fluid leaksCheck under the vehicle for fuel, oil, water or other fluid leaks after the vehicle
has been parked for a while. Water dripping from the air conditioner after use is
normal. If you should notice any leaks or gasoline fumes are evident, check for
the cause and correct it immediately.—

MA-8
PERIODIC MAINTENANCE

PERIODIC MAINTENANCEPFP:00026
Periodic MaintenanceBLS0008Z
The following tables show the normal maintenance schedule. Depending upon weather and atmospheric con-
ditions, varying road surfaces, individual driving habits and vehicle usage, additional or more frequent mainte-
nance may be required.
Periodic maintenance beyond the last period shown on the tables requires similar maintenance.
ENGINE AND EMISSION CONTROL MAINTENANCE
(Annual Mileage <30,000 Km [18,000 miles]/year)
QR and VQ ENGINE
Abbreviations: I = Inspect and correct or replace as necessary, R = Replace
[ ] = At the specified distance only
NOTE:

(1) Periodic maintenance is not required. However, if valve noise increases, check valve clearance.

(2) Replace the drive belt if found damaged or if the auto tensioner reading (for QR20DE engine) reaches the maximum
limit.

(3) First replace at 100,000 km (60,000 miles)/60 months, then every 60,000 km (36,000 miles)/48 months. Perform “I”
(Checking the mixture ratio and correcting the mixture ratio if necessary) at the middle of replacement interval.

(4) Fuel filter is maintenance-free. For service procedures, refer to FL section.

(5) Perform only according to “Maintenance Under Severe Driving Conditions” for models without Euro-OBD system.

Maintenance items with “ ” should be performed more frequently according to “Maintenance Under Severe Driving
Conditions”. MAINTENANCE OPERATIONMAINTENANCE INTERVAL Reference page
Perform either at number of kilometers
(miles) or months, whichever comes first.km x
1,000
(Miles x
1,000)
Months15
(9)
1230
(18)
2445
(27)
3660
(36)
4875
(45)
6090
(54)
72105
(63)
84120
(72)
96QR20DEVQ23DE
VQ35DE
Engine compartment and under vehicle
Intake and exhaust valve clearanceSee
NOTE
(1)EM-50
EM-202
Drive beltsSee
NOTE
(2)I IIIIIIIMA-16MA-24
Engine oil (Use recommended oil.)RR RRRRRRMA-20MA-30
Engine oil filter (Use genuine NISSAN part
or equivalent)RR RRRRRRMA-21MA-31
Engine anti-freeze coolant (Use Genuine
NISSAN Anti-freeze Coolant or equivalent
in its quality.)See
NOTE
(3)IMA-16
MA-25
Cooling system I IIIIIIIMA-18MA-28
Positive crankcase ventilation (PCV) sys-
tem (VQ engine only)IIII—MA-33
Fuel and EVAP vapor lines I I I IMA-23MA-34
Air cleaner filterRRMA-20MA-30
Fuel filter (In-tank type)See
NOTE
(4)——
Spark plugs (Platinum-tipped type) [R] [R] [R] [R]MA-22
MA-32
Heated oxygen sensorSee
NOTE
(5)EC-150,
EC-143EC-496,
EC-486

MA-10
PERIODIC MAINTENANCE

MAINTENANCE UNDER SEVERE DRIVING CONDITIONS
(Annual Mileage <30,000 Km [18,000 miles]/year)
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 per-
formed on the following items as shown in the table.
Severe driving conditions
A — Driving in dusty conditions
B — Repeatedly driving short distances
C — Towing a trailer or caravan
D — Extensive idling
E — Driving in extremely adverse weather conditions or in areas where ambient temperatures are either
extremely low or extremely high
F — Driving in high humidity or mountainous areas
G — Driving in areas using salt or other corrosive materials
H — Driving on rough and/or muddy roads or in the desert
I — Driving with frequent use of braking or in mountainous areas
J — For models without EURO-OBD system
Driving condition Maintenance itemMainte-
nance
operationMaintenance intervalReference
page
A.........Air cleaner filter ReplaceEvery 30,000 km (18,000 miles)
or 24 monthsMA-20
,
MA-30
ABCD......Engine oil & engine oil
filter ReplaceEvery 7,500 km (4,500 miles) or
6 monthsMA-20
, MA-
21 , MA-30 ,
MA-31
......... JHeated oxygen sensor InspectEvery 30,000 km (18,000 miles)
or 24 monthsEC-150
, EC-
143 , EC-496
, EC-486
.....F....Brake fluid ReplaceEvery 15,000 km (9,000 miles)
or 12 monthsMA-40
. . C . . . . H . . Automatic transaxle fluid ReplaceEvery 30,000 km (18,000 miles)
or 24 monthsMA-36
......GH..Steering gear & linkage,
axle & suspension parts,
propeller shaft, front
drive shafts & exhaust
systemInspectEvery 15,000 km (9,000 miles)
or 12 monthsMA-41
, MA-
42 , MA-43
,MA-35
A.C...GHI.Brake pads, rotors &
other brake componentsInspectEvery 7,500 km (4,500 miles) or
6 monthsMA-41, MA-
41 , MA-41
A.........Air conditioner filter ReplaceEvery 15,000 km (9,000 miles)
or 12monthsAT C - 11 8

PERIODIC MAINTENANCE
MA-11
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ENGINE AND EMISSION CONTROL MAINTENANCE
(Annual Mileage >30,000 Km [18,000 miles]/year)
QR and VQ ENGINE
Abbreviations: I = Inspect and correct or replace as necessary, R = Replace,.
NOTE:

(1)Periodic maintenance is not required. However, if valve noise increases, check valve clearance.

(2) Replace the drive belt if found damaged or if the auto tensioner reading (for QR20DE engine) reaches the maximum
limit.

(3) First replace at 100,000 Km (60,000 miles), then every 60,000 km (36,000 miles). Perform “I” (Checking the mixture ratio
and correcting the mixture ratio if necessary) at the middle of replacement interval.

(4) Fuel filter is maintenance-free. For service procedures, refer to FL section.

(5) Perform only according to “Maintenance Under Severe Driving Conditions” for models without EURO-OBD system.

Maintenance items with “ ” should be performed more frequently according to “Maintenance Under Severe Driving
Conditions”. MAINTENANCE OPERATIONMAINTENANCE INTERVAL Reference page
Perform at number of kilometers (miles)
basis only.km x
1,000
(Miles x
1,000)15
(9)30
(18)45
(27)60
(36)75
(45)90
(54)105
(63)120
(72)QR20DEVQ23DE
VQ35DE
Engine compartment and under vehicle
Intake and exhaust valve clearanceSee
NOTE
(1)EM-50
EM-202
Drive beltsSee
NOTE
(2)IIIIIIIIMA-16MA-24
Engine oil (Use recommended oil.)RR RRRRRRMA-20MA-30
Engine oil filter (Use genuine NISSAN part
or equivalent)RR RRRRRRMA-21MA-31
Engine anti-freeze coolant (Use Genuine
NISSAN Anti-freeze Coolant or equivalent
in its quality.)See
NOTE
(3)IMA-16
MA-25
Cooling system I I I IMA-18MA-28
Positive crankcase ventilation (PCV) sys-
tem (VQ engine only)IIII—MA-33
Fuel and EVAP vapor lines I IMA-23MA-34
Air cleaner filterRRMA-20MA-30
Fuel filter (In-tank type)See
NOTE
(4)——
Spark plugs (Platinum-tipped type) R R R RMA-22
MA-32
Heated oxygen sensorSee
NOTE
(5)EC-150EC-
143
EC-
496EC-
486

PERIODIC MAINTENANCE
MA-13
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F
G
H
I
J
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B
MA

MAINTENANCE UNDER SEVERE DRIVING CONDITIONS
(Annual Mileage >30,000 Km [18,000 miles]/year)
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 per-
formed on the following items as shown in the table.
Severe driving conditions
A — Driving in dusty conditions
B — Repeatedly driving short distances
C — Towing a trailer or caravan
D — Extensive idling
E — Driving in extremely adverse weather conditions or in areas where ambient temperatures are either
extremely low or extremely high
F — Driving in high humidity or mountainous areas
G — Driving in areas using salt or other corrosive materials
H — Driving on rough and/or muddy roads or in the desert
I — Driving with frequent use of braking or in mountainous areas
J — For models without EURO-OBD system
Driving condition Maintenance itemMainte-
nance
operationMaintenance intervalReference
page
A.........Air cleaner filter Replace Every 30,000 km (18,000 miles) MA-30
, MA-
20
ABCD......Engine oil & engine
oil filter Replace Every 7,500 km (4,500 miles) MA-20
, MA-
21 , MA-30 ,
MA-31
.........JHeated oxygen sen-
sorInspect Every 60,000 km (36,000 miles)EC-150
, EC-
143 , EC-496
, EC-486
. . . . . F . . . . Brake fluid Replace Every 30,000 km (18,000 miles) MA-40
..C....H..Automatic transaxle
fluidReplace Every 60,000 km (36,000 miles) MA-36
......GH..Steering gear & link-
age, axle & suspen-
sion parts, propeller
shaft, front drive
shafts & exhaust sys-
temInspect Every 30,000 km (18,000 miles) MA-41
, MA-
42 , MA-43
,MA-35
A.C...GHI.Brake pads, rotors &
other brake compo-
nentsInspect Every 15,000 km (9,000 miles) MA-41, MA-
41 , MA-41
A.........Air conditioner filter Replace Every 15,000 km(9,000miles)AT C - 11 8

MA-14
RECOMMENDED FLUIDS AND LUBRICANTS

RECOMMENDED FLUIDS AND LUBRICANTSPFP:00000
Fluids and LubricantsBLS0009C
*1: For further details, see “SAE Viscosity Number”.
*2: Use Genuine NISSAN Anti-freeze Coolant or equivalent in its quality, in order to avoid possible aluminum corrosion within the engine
cooling system caused by the use of non-genuine engine coolant.
Note that any repairs for the incidents within the engine cooling system while using non-genuine engine coolant may not be
covered by the warranty even if such incidents occurred during the warranty period.
*3: Contact a Nissan dealership for more information regarding suitable fluids, including recommended brand(s) of DEXRON
TM III/MER-
CONTM Automatic Transmission Fluid.
*4: Using transmission fluid other than Genuine NISSAN CVT Fluid NS-2 will damage the CVT, which is not covered by the war-
ranty.
*5: DEXRON
TM III type ATF can be used.
*6: Never mix different type of fluids (DOT 3 and DOT 4).Capacity (Approximate)
Recommended Fluids/Lubricants
Liter Imp measure
Engine oil
Drain and refillWith oil filter changeQR20DE 3.9 3- 3/8 qt

For QR20DE
Genuine NISSAN engine oil
API SG, SH, SJ or SL *1
ILSAC grade GF-1, GF-2 or GF-3 *1
ACEA A2*1

For VQ23DE & VQ35DE
Genuine NISSAN engine oil
API SJ, SL or SM *1
ILSAC grade GF-2, GF-3 or GF-4 *1
ACEA A2*1 VQ23DE 4.0 3-1/2 qt
VQ35DE 4.0 3-1/2 qt
Without oil filter changeQR20DE 3.7 3-1/4 qt
VQ23DE 3.7 3-1/4 qt
VQ35DE 3.7 3-1/4 qt
Dry engine (engine overhaul)QR20DE 4.5 4 qt
VQ23DE 5.0 4-3/8 qt
VQ35DE 5.0 4-3/8 qt
Cooling systemWith reservoir tankQR20DE 7.4 6-1/2 qt
Genuine NISSAN Anti-freeze Coolant or
equivalent in its quality *2 VQ23DE 8.2 7-1/4 qt
VQ35DE 8.8 7-3/4 qt
Reservoir tankQR20DE 0.8 3/4 qt
VQ23DE 0.8 3/4 qt
VQ35DE 0.8 3/4 qt
Automatic transaxle fluidQR20DE 8.4 7-3/8 qt
Genuine NISSAN ATF Matic Fluid D or
equivalent *3
VQ23DE 8.9 7-7/8 qt
CVT fluid VQ35DE 10.2 9 qt Genuine NISSAN CVT Fluid NS-2 *4
Power steering fluid 1.0 7/8 qt Genuine NISSAN PSF or equivalent *5
Brake fluid — — DOT 3 or DOT 4 (US FMVSS No. 116) *6
Multi-purpose grease — — NLGI No. 2 (Lithium soap base)