drain bolt NISSAN TEANA 2003 Owner's Manual

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CYLINDER HEAD


If the engine speed is out of specified range, check battery liquid for proper gravity. Check engine
speed again with normal battery gravity.

If compression pressure is below minimum value, check valve clearances and parts associated with
combustion chamber (Valve, valve seat, piston, piston ring, cylinder bore, cylinder head, cylinder head
gasket). After the checking, measure the compression pressure again.

If some cylinders have low compression pressure, pour small amount of engine oil into the spark plug
hole of the cylinder to re-check it for compression.
–If the added engine oil improves the compression, piston rings may be worn out or damaged. Check
piston rings and replace if necessary.
–If the compression pressure remains at low level despite the addition of engine oil, valves may be mal-
functioning. Check valves for damage. Replace valve or valve seat accordingly.

If two adjacent cylinders have respectively low compression pressure and their compression remains
low even after the addition of engine oil, cylinder head gasket is leaking. In such a case, replace cylin-
der head gasket.
9. After inspection is completed, install removed parts.
10. Start engine, and confirm that engine runs smoothly.
11. Perform trouble diagnosis. If DTC appears, erase it. Refer to EC-52, "
TROUBLE DIAGNOSIS" .
Removal and InstallationBBS0059C
REMOVAL
1. Release fuel pressure. Refer to EC-49, "FUEL PRESSURE RELEASE" .
2. Drain engine coolant and engine oil. Refer to CO-10, "
Changing Engine Coolant" and LU-9, "Changing
Engine Oil" .
CAUTION:

Perform this step when engine is cold.

Do not spill engine coolant and engine oil on drive belt.
3. Remove the following components and related parts.

Exhaust manifold and three way catalyst assembly; Refer to EM-23, "EXHAUST MANIFOLD AND
THREE WAY CATALYST" .

Intake manifold and fuel tube assembly; Refer to EM-19, "INTAKE MANIFOLD" .

Water control valve and housing (water outlet); Refer to CO-24, "THERMOSTAT AND WATER CON-
TROL VALVE" .
1. Cylinder head assembly 2. Cylinder head gasket 3. Engine cover bracket (rear)
4. Cylinder head bolt
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ENGINE ASSEMBLY

REMOVAL
Outline
Remove engine and transaxle assembly with front suspension member from vehicle downward. Separate
front suspension member, and then separate engine and transaxle.
Preparation
1. Release fuel pressure. Refer to EC-49, "FUEL PRESSURE RELEASE" .
2. Drain engine coolant from radiator. Refer to CO-10, "
Changing Engine Coolant" .
CAUTION:

Perform this step when engine is cold.

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

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

Undercover and splash guards (RH and LH)

Front road wheels and tires

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

Drive belt; Refer to EM-14, "DRIVE BELTS" .

Air duct (inlet); Refer to EM-17, "AIR CLEANER AND AIR DUCT" .

Air cleaner case (upper) with mass air flow sensor and air duct assembly; Refer to EM-17, "AIR
CLEANER AND AIR DUCT" .

Alternator and alternator bracket; Refer to SC-27, "CHARGING SYSTEM" .

Radiator and radiator cooling fan assembly, reservoir tank of radiator and system hoses; Refer to CO-
13, "RADIATOR" .
4. Disconnect engine room harness connector from ECM side and set it aside for easier work.
5. Disconnect all vacuum hoses and air hoses connected to vehicle side at engine side.
Engine Room LH
1. Disconnect heater hose, and install plug it to prevent engine coolant from draining. Refer to CO-24,
"THERMOSTAT AND WATER CONTROL VALVE" .
2. Disconnect fuel feed hose, and plug it to prevent fuel from draining. Refer to EM-34, "
FUEL INJECTOR
AND FUEL TUBE" .
3. Disconnect control cable from transaxle. Refer to AT- 2 1 3 , "
SHIFT CONTROL SYSTEM" .
4. Disconnect B terminal harness of starter motor. Refer to SC-14, "
STARTING SYSTEM" .
Engine Room RH
1. Remove IPDM E/R and bracket. Refer to PG-17, "IPDM E/R (INTELLIGENT POWER DISTRIBUTION
MODULE ENGINE ROOM)" .
2. Remove A/C compressor with piping connected from engine. Temporarily secure it on vehicle side with a
rope to avoid putting load on it. Refer to ATC-134, "
Removal and Installation of Compressor" .
3. Remove reservoir tank of power steering oil pump. Temporarily secure it on engine side with a rope. Refer
to PS-39, "
HYDRAULIC LINE" .
Vehicle Underbody
1. Remove RH and LH front drive shafts. Refer to FAX-8, "FRONT DRIVE SHAFT" .
2. Remove exhaust front tube. Refer to EX-2, "
EXHAUST SYSTEM" .
3. Remove rear plate cover from oil pan (upper). Then remove bolts fixing drive plate to torque converter.
Refer to EM-26, "
OIL PAN AND OIL STRAINER" and AT- 2 4 1 , "TRANSAXLE ASSEMBLY" .
4. Remove transaxle joint bolts which pierce at oil pan (upper) lower rear side. Refer to AT- 2 4 1 , "
TRAN-
SAXLE ASSEMBLY" .
5. Disconnect connecting rod for front stabilizer. Refer to FSU-5, "
FRONT SUSPENSION ASSEMBLY" .
6. Remove steering lower joint from steering gear. Refer to PS-12, "
STEERING COLUMN" .
7. Remove power steering fluid piping from front suspension member. Refer to PS-39, "
HYDRAULIC LINE"
.
8. Disconnect power steering fluid piping at a point between vehicle and engine, and install plug it to prevent
power steering fluid. Refer to PS-39, "
HYDRAULIC LINE" .

CYLINDER BLOCK
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CYLINDER BLOCKPFP:11010
Disassembly and AssemblyBBS0059G

Refer to GI-10, "Components" for symbol marks in the figure.
1. Cylinder block 2. O-ring 3. Crankshaft position sensor (POS)
4. Knock sensor 5. Oil pressure switch 6. Water drain plug
7. Lower cylinder block 8. Lower cylinder block bolt 9. Snap ring
10. Connecting rod 11. Connecting rod bearing 12. Connecting rod bearing cap
13. Connecting rod bolt 14. Piston 15. Oil ring
16. Second ring 17. Top ring 18. Piston pin
19. Thrust bearing 20. Main bearing (upper) 21. Crankshaft
22. Crankshaft key 23. Main bearing (lower) 24. Drive plate
25. Reinforcement plate 26. Signal plate (type 1) 27. Signal plate mounting bolt (type 1)
28. Rear oil seal 29. Pilot convertor 30. Signal plate (type 2)
31. Signal plate mounting bolt (type 2)
A. Refer to EM-86
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CYLINDER BLOCK
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A widely use engine stand can be used.
CAUTION:
Use engine stand that has a load capacity [approximately
150 kg (331 lb) or more] large enough for supporting the
engine weight.
NOTE:
This example is an engine stand for holding at transaxle
mounting side with drive plate removed.
3. Drain engine oil. Refer to LU-9, "
Changing Engine Oil" .
4. Drain engine coolant by removing water drain plug from inside of
engine.
5. Remove cylinder head. Refer to EM-65, "
CYLINDER HEAD" .
6. Remove knock sensor.
CAUTION:
Carefully handle knock sensor avoiding shocks.
7. Remove crankshaft position sensor (POS).
CAUTION:

Avoid impacts such as a dropping.

Do not disassemble.

Keep it away from metal particles.

Do not place sensor in a location where it is exposed to
magnetism.
8. Remove drive plate.

Secure drive plate with stopper plate, and remove mounting
bolts.
NOTE:
Use TORX socket (size E20).
CAUTION:
Be careful not to damage or scratch drive plate.
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PBIC2191E
PBIC2352E

PRECAUTIONS
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Precautions Necessary for Steering Wheel Rotation After Battery DisconnectBBS007TP
NOTE:

This Procedure is applied only to models with Intelligent Key system and NATS (NISSAN ANTI-THEFT
SYSTEM).

Remove and install all control units after disconnecting both battery cables with the ignition knob in the
″LOCK″ position.

Always use CONSULT-II to perform self-diagnosis as a part of each function inspection after finishing
work. If DTC is detected, perform trouble diagnosis according to self-diagnostic results.
For models equipped with the Intelligent Key system and NATS, an electrically controlled steering lock mech-
anism is adopted on the key cylinder.
For this reason, if the battery is disconnected or if the battery is discharged, the steering wheel will lock and
steering wheel rotation will become impossible.
If steering wheel rotation is required when battery power is interrupted, follow the procedure below before
starting the repair operation.
OPERATION PROCEDURE
1. Connect both battery cables.
NOTE:
Supply power using jumper cables if battery is discharged.
2. Use the Intelligent Key or mechanical key to turn the ignition switch to the ″ACC″ position. At this time, the
steering lock will be released.
3. Disconnect both battery cables. The steering lock will remain released and the steering wheel can be
rotated.
4. Perform the necessary repair operation.
5. When the repair work is completed, return the ignition switch to the ″LOCK″ position before connecting
the battery cables. (At this time, the steering lock mechanism will engage.)
6. Perform a self-diagnosis check of all control units using CONSULT-II.
Precautions for Drain Engine CoolantBBS007TQ
Drain engine coolant when engine is cooled.
Precautions for Disconnecting Fuel PipingBBS007TR

Before starting work, make sure no fire or spark producing items are in the work area.

Release fuel pressure before disconnecting and disassembly.

After disconnecting pipes, plug openings to stop fuel leakage.
Precautions for Removal and DisassemblyBBS007TS

When instructed to use special service tools, use specified tools. Always be careful to work safely, avoid
forceful or uninstructed operations.

Exercise maximum care to avoid damage to mating or sliding surfaces.

Cover openings of engine system with tape or equivalent, if necessary, to seal out foreign materials.

Mark and arrange disassembly parts in an organized way for easy troubleshooting and re-assembly.

When loosening bolts and nuts, as a basic rule, start with the one furthest outside, then the one diagonally
opposite, and so on. If the order of loosening is specified, do exactly as specified.
Precautions for Inspection, Repair and ReplacementBBS007TT
Before repairing or replacing, thoroughly inspect parts. Inspect new replacement parts in the same way, and
replace if necessary.
Precautions for Assembly and InstallationBBS007TU

Use torque wrench to tighten nuts and bolts to specification.

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PRECAUTIONS


When tightening bolts and nuts, as a basic rule, equally tighten in several different steps starting with the
ones in center, then ones on inside and outside diagonally in this order. If the order of tightening is speci-
fied, do exactly as specified.

Replace with new gasket, packing, oil seal or O-ring.

Thoroughly wash, clean, and air-blow each part. Carefully check engine oil or engine coolant passages for
any restriction and blockage.

Avoid damaging sliding or mating surfaces. Completely remove foreign materials such as cloth lint or dust.
Before assembly, oil sliding surfaces well.

Release air within route when refilling after draining engine coolant.

After repairing, start engine and increase engine speed to check engine coolant, fuel, engine oil, and
exhaust gases for leakage.
Parts Requiring Angle TighteningBBS007TV

Use angle wrench [SST: KV10112100] for the final tightening of the following engine parts:
–Cylinder head bolts
–Main bearing cap bolts
–Connecting rod cap nuts (VQ23DE)
–Connecting rod cap bolts (VQ35DE)
–Crankshaft pulley bolt

Do not use a torque value for final tightening.

The torque value for these parts are for a preliminary step.

Ensure thread and seat surfaces are clean and coated with engine oil.
Precautions for Liquid GasketBBS007TW
REMOVAL OF LIQUID GASKET SEALING

After removing mounting nuts and bolts, separate the mating
surface using seal cutter (SST) and remove old liquid gasket
sealing.
CAUTION:
Be careful not to damage the mating surfaces.

Tap seal cutter to insert it, and then slide it by tapping on the
side as shown in the figure.

In areas where seal cutter (SST) is difficult to use, use plastic
hammer to lightly tap the parts, to remove it.
CAUTION:
If for some unavoidable reason tool such as screwdriver is
used, be careful not to damage the mating surfaces.
LIQUID GASKET APPLICATION PROCEDURE
1. Using scraper, remove old liquid gasket adhering to the gasket
application surface and the mating surface.

Remove liquid gasket completely from the groove of the gas-
ket application surface, mounting bolts, and bolt holes.
2. Wipe the liquid gasket application surface and the mating sur-
face with white gasoline (lighting and heating use) to remove
adhering moisture, grease and foreign materials.
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EM-134
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INTAKE MANIFOLD COLLECTOR


Refer to GI-10, "Components" for symbol marks in the figure.
NOTE:
The figure illustrates VQ35DE as an example. Each part form of VQ23DE is different from VQ35DE for differ-
ence of port diameter and so forth. Only portions which structures (components) differ are illustrated.
REMOVAL
WARNING:
To avoid the danger of being scalded, do not drain engine coolant when engine is hot.
NOTE:
Show VQ35DE as an example unless the figure includes specification.
1. Remove engine cover.
CAUTION:
Be careful not to damage or scratch engine cover.
2. Remove air cleaner case (upper) with mass air flow sensor and air duct assembly. Refer to EM-131, "
AIR
CLEANER AND AIR DUCT" .
3. Drain engine coolant, or when water hoses are disconnected, attach plug to prevent engine coolant leak-
age. Refer to CO-34, "
Changing Engine Coolant" .
CAUTION:
Perform this step when engine is cold.
4. Remove electric throttle control actuator as follows:
a. Disconnect harness connector.
b. Loosen mounting bolts in the reverse order as shown in the fig-
ure.
CAUTION:

Handle carefully to avoid any shock to electric throttle
control actuator.

Do not disassemble.
5. Disconnect water hoses from intake manifold collector (upper).

When engine coolant is not drained from radiator, attach plug to water hoses to prevent engine coolant
leakage.
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OIL PAN AND OIL STRAINER
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Removal and InstallationBBS004VU

Refer to GI-10, "Components" for symbol marks in the figure.
REMOVAL
WARNING:
To avoid the danger of being scalded, do not drain engine oil when engine is hot.
NOTE:
When removing oil pan (lower) or oil strainer only, take step 1 then step 10 and 11.
1. Drain engine oil. Refer to LU-21, "
Changing Engine Oil" .
CAUTION:

Perform this step when engine is cold.

Do not spill engine oil on drive belts.
2. Drain engine coolant. Refer to CO-34, "
Changing Engine Coolant" .
1. Oil pan (upper) 2. O-ring 3. Oil pan gasket (front)
4. Oil pressure switch 5.Plug (VQ23DE)
Relief valve (VQ35DE)6. O-ring
7. Oil cooler 8. Connector bolt 9. Oil filter
10. Oil strainer 11. Drain plug 12. Drain plug washer
13. Oil pan (lower) 14. Rear plate cover 15. Harness bracket
16. Crankshaft position sensor (POS) 17. Seal rubber 18. Oil pan gasket (rear)
A. Refer to LU-22
B. To oil pump C. Oil pan side
D. VQ23DE E. VQ35DE
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OIL PAN AND OIL STRAINER

a. Use scraper to remove old liquid gasket from mating surfaces.

Also remove old liquid gasket from mating surface of oil pan
(upper).

Remove old liquid gasket from the bolt holes and thread.
CAUTION:
Do not scratch or damage the mating surfaces when clean-
ing off old liquid gasket.
b. Apply a continuous bead of liquid gasket with tube presser [SST:
WS39930000] to oil pan (lower) as shown in the figure.
Use Genuine Liquid Gasket or equivalent.
CAUTION:
Attaching should be done within 5 minutes after coating.
c. Install oil pan (lower).

Tighten mounting bolts in numerical order as shown in the fig-
ure.
4. Install oil pan drain plug.

Refer to the figure of components of former page for installation direction of drain plug washer. Refer to
EM-145, "
Removal and Installation" .
5. Install in the reverse order of removal after this step.
NOTE:
At least 30 minutes after oil pan is installed, pour engine oil.
INSPECTION AFTER INSTALLATION
1. Check the engine oil level and adjust engine oil. Refer to LU-19, "ENGINE OIL" .
2. Start engine, and make sure there is no leak of engine oil.
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TIMING CHAIN

NOTE:

This section describes procedures for removal/installation front timing chain case and timing chain related
parts, and rear timing chain case, when oil pan (upper) needs to be removed/installed for engine overhaul,
etc.

To removal/installation front timing chain case, timing chain, and timing chain related parts without remov-
ing oil pan (upper), refer to EM-163, "
FRONT TIMING CHAIN CASE" .
REMOVAL
1. Remove engine assembly from vehicle, and separate front suspension member and transaxle from
engine. Refer to EM-223, "
ENGINE ASSEMBLY" .
2. Install engine sub-attachment with engine stand shaft [SST: KV10117001 and KV10106500] to right side
of cylinder block, then lift engine, and mount it onto engine stand [SST: ST0501S000]. Refer to EM-228,
"CYLINDER BLOCK" .
3. Drain engine oil. Refer to LU-21, "
Changing Engine Oil" .
4. Drain engine coolant from inside engine. Refer to EM-229, "
DISASSEMBLY" .
5. Remove intake manifold collectors (upper and lower). Refer to EM-133, "
INTAKE MANIFOLD COLLEC-
TOR" .
6. Remove rocker covers (right and left banks). Refer to EM-160, "
ROCKER COVER" .
7. Remove oil pans (lower and upper) and oil strainer. Refer to EM-145, "
OIL PAN AND OIL STRAINER" .
8. Remove idler pulley and bracket.
9. Separate engine harness removing their brackets from front timing chain case
10. Remove right and left intake valve timing control covers.

Loosen mounting bolts in the reverse order as shown in the
figure.

U s e s e a l c u t t e r [ S S T: K V 1 0 1111 0 0 ] t o c u t l i q u i d g a s k e t f o r
removal.
CAUTION:
Shaft is internally jointed with camshaft sprocket (INT) cen-
ter hole. When removing, keep it horizontal until it is com-
pletely disconnected.
11. Remove collared O-ring from front timing chain case oil hole (left
and right sides).
1. O-ring 2. Timing chain tensioner (secondary) 3. Internal chain guide
4. Timing chain tensioner (secondary) 5. Camshaft sprocket (EXH) 6. Timing chain (secondary)
7. Timing chain (primary) 8. Camshaft sprocket (INT) 9. Slack guide
10. Timing chain tensioner (primary) 11. Camshaft sprocket (EXH) 12. Timing chain (secondary)
13. Camshaft sprocket (INT) 14. Crankshaft sprocket 15. Collared O-ring
16. Seal ring 17. Intake valve timing control cover 18. Chain tensioner cover
19. Intake valve timing control cover 20. Water pump cover 21. Front oil seal
22. Crankshaft pulley 23. Idler pulley 24. Idler pulley bracket
25. Center shaft 26. Washer 27. Front timing chain case
28. Rear timing chain case 29. Water drain plug (front) 30. Tension guide
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