steering NISSAN TEANA 2008 Service Manual

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HEADLAMP AIMING ADJUSTMENT (HALOGEN
TYPE) : Aiming Adjustment Procedure (High
Beam) .....................................................................
30
EXHAUST SYSTEM ..................................................31
EXHAUST SYSTEM : Inspection ...........................32
CVT FLUID: RE0F10A ..............................................32
CVT FLUID: RE0F10A : Inspection ........................32
CVT FLUID: RE0F10A : Changing .........................33
CVT FLUID: RE0F09B ..............................................34
CVT FLUID: RE0F09B : Inspection ........................34
CVT FLUID: RE0F09B : Changing .........................35
WHEELS (BONDING WEIGHT TYPE) .....................35
WHEELS (BONDING WEIGHT TYPE) : Adjust-
ment ........................................................................
35
BRAKE FLUID LEVEL AND LEAKS ........................37
BRAKE FLUID LEVEL AND LEAKS : Inspection ...37
BRAKE LINES AND CABLES ..................................37
BRAKE LINES AND CABLES : Inspection .............38
BRAKE FLUID ..........................................................38
BRAKE FLUID : Changing ......................................38
DISC BRAKE ............................................................38
DISC BRAKE : Inspection ......................................38
DISC BRAKE : Front Disc Brake ............................39
DISC BRAKE : Rear Disc Brake .............................39
STEERING GEAR AND LINKAGE ...........................39
STEERING GEAR AND LINKAGE : Inspection ......39
POWER STEERING FLUID AND LINES ..................39
POWER STEERING FLUID AND LINES : Inspec-
tion ..........................................................................
40
AXLE AND SUSPENSION PARTS ...........................40
AXLE AND SUSPENSION PARTS : Inspection .....40
DRIVE SHAFT ...........................................................40
DRIVE SHAFT : Inspection .....................................41
BODY MAINTENANCE .....................................42
LOCKS, HINGES AND HOOD LATCH .....................42
LOCKS, HINGES AND HOOD LATCH : Lubricat-
ing ...........................................................................
42
SEAT BELT, BUCKLES, RETRACTORS, AN-
CHORS AND ADJUSTERS ......................................
42
SEAT BELT, BUCKLES, RETRACTORS, AN-
CHORS AND ADJUSTERS : Inspection .................
42
BODY CORROSION .................................................42
BODY CORROSION : Checking Body Corrosion ...42
SERVICE DATA AND SPECIFICATIONS
(SDS) ..........................................................
44
SERVICE DATA AND SPECIFICATIONS
(SDS) .................................................................
44
DRIVE BELTS ...........................................................44
DRIVE BELTS : Drive Belt ......................................44
ENGINE COOLANT ..................................................44
ENGINE COOLANT : Periodical Maintenance
Specification ............................................................
44
ENGINE OIL ..............................................................44
ENGINE OIL :
Periodical Maintenance Specification ....................
44
SPARK PLUG ...........................................................44
SPARK PLUG : Spark Plug ....................................44
ROAD WHEEL ..........................................................44
ROAD WHEEL : Road Wheel .................................44

GENERAL MAINTENANCE
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ON-VEHICLE MAINTENANCE
GENERAL MAINTENANCE
General MaintenanceINFOID:0000000003858221
General maintenance includes those items which should be checked during the normal day-to-day operation
of the vehicle. They are essential if the vehicle is to continue operating properly. The owners can perform the
checks and inspections themselves or they can have their NISSAN dealers do them for a nominal charge.
OUTSIDE THE VEHICLE
The maintenance items listed here should be performed from time to time, unless otherwise specified.
INSIDE THE VEHICLE
The maintenance items listed here should be checked on a regular basis, such as when performing periodic maintenance, cleaning the vehicle,
etc.
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
TiresCheck the pressure with a gauge often and always prior to long distance trips.
Adjust the pressure in all tires, including the spare, to the pressure specified.
Check carefully for damage, cuts or excessive wear.—
Windshield wiper
bladesCheck for cracks or wear if not functioning correctly. —
Doors and engine
hoodCheck that all doors and the engine hood operate properly. Also make sure that
all latches lock securely. Lubricate if necessary. Make sure that the secondary
latch keeps the hood from opening when the primary latch is released.
When driving in areas using road salt or other corrosive materials, check for lu-
brication frequently.MA-42
Tire rotationTires should be rotated every 10,000 km (6,000 miles).WT-3
Wheel alignment and
balanceIf the vehicle should pull to either side while driving on a straight and level road,
or if you detect uneven or abnormal tire wear. there may be a need for wheel
alignment. If the steering wheel or seat vibrates at normal highway speeds,
wheel balancing may be needed.
Item Reference page
LampsMake sure that the headlamps, stop lamps, tail lamps, turn signal lamps, and oth-
er lamps are all operating properly and installed securely. Also check headlamp
aim.—
Warning lamps and
chimesMake sure that all warning lamps and chimes are operating properly. —
Steering wheelCheck that it has the specified play.
Check for changes in the steering condition, 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-42
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-13
Engine oil levelCheck the level after parking the vehicle on a level spot and turning off the en-
gine.LU-7
Brake fluid levelMake sure that the brake fluid level is between the “MAX” and “MIN” lines on the
reservoir.MA-37
BatteryCheck the fluid level in each cell. It should be between the “MAX” and “MIN” lines. —

PERIODIC MAINTENANCE
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(5) Replace spark plug when the spark plug gap exceeds 1.4 mm (0.055 in) even if within specified periodic replacement
mileage.
CHASSIS AND BODY MAINTENANCE
(Annual Mileage < 30,000 km/year)
Abbreviations: I = Inspect and correct or replace as necessary, R = Replace.
NOTE:
(1) If towing a trailer, using a camper or a car-top carrier, or driving on rough or muddy roads, inspect CVT fluid deterioration
with Consult-III every 90,000 km (54,000 miles), then change CVT fluid NS-2 if necessary. (Refer to TM-204, "
CONSULT-III
Function (TRANSMISSION)" for RE0F10A, TM-37, "CONSULT-III Function (TRANSMISSION)" for RE0F09B.) And if Consult-III
is not available, change (do not just inspect) CVT fluid NS-2 every 90,000 km (54,000 miles). Using transmission fluid other
than Genuine NISSAN CVT fluid NS-2 will damage the CVT, which is not covered by the warranty.
(2) Inspect once per year.
Maintenance items with “ ” should be performed more frequently according to “Maintenance Under Severe Driving Condi-
tions”.
MAINTENANCE UNDER SEVERE DRIVING CONDITIONS
(Annual Mileage < 30,000 km/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 — Driving repeatedly short distances or door to door driving
MAINTENANCE OPERATIONMAINTENANCE INTERVAL
Reference
page Perform at a kilometer (mile) interval or
month interval, 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)
96
Underhood and under vehicle
Headlamp aiming IIIIIIIIMA-23
,
MA-27
Brake system and fluid (For level &
leaks)IIIIIIIIMA-38,
MA-37

Brake fluidRRRRMA-38
Brake booster vacuum hoses, connec-
tions & check valveIIIIBR-12
Power steering fluid & lines (For level &
leaks)IIIIIIIIMA-40
CVT fluid (For level & leaks)See
NOTE
(1)IIIIIIIIMA-32,
MA-34
Steering gear & linkage, axle & suspen-
sion parts, & front drive shaftsIIIIMA-39,
MA-40
,
MA-41
Exhaust systemIIIIMA-32
Brake pads, rotors & other brake com-
ponentsIIIIIIIIMA-38,
BR-13
,
BR-15
Foot brake & parking brake (For free
play, stroke & operation)IIIIIIIIBR-6,
PB-2
Air conditioner filterRRRRVTL-20,
VTL-77
Body corrosionSee
NOTE (2)MA-42

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C — Towing a trailer or caravan
D — Extensive idling or urban driving
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 areas or in 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
Maintenance operation: Inspect = Inspect and correct or replace as necessary.
ENGINE AND EMISSION CONTROL MAINTENANCE
(Annual Mileage > 30,000 km/year)
Abbreviations: I = Inspect and correct or replace as necessary, R = Replace,.
Driving condition Maintenance itemMaintenance
operationMaintenance interval Reference page
A........Air cleaner filter ReplaceEvery 30,000 km
(18,000 miles) or 24
monthsMA-18
ABCD
.....Engine oil & engine oil
filter ReplaceEvery 7,500 km (4,500
miles) or 6 monthsMA-18,
MA-19
.....F...Brake fluid ReplaceEvery 15,000 km
(9,000 miles) or 12
monthsMA-38
......GH.Steering gear & linkage,
axle & suspension
parts, & front drive
shafts InspectEvery 15,000 km
(9,000 miles) or 12
monthsMA-39
,
MA-40
,
MA-41
. . . . . . G H . Exhaust system InspectEvery 15,000 km
(9,000 miles) or 12
monthsMA-32
A. C. . . GHIBrake pads, rotors &
other brake compo-
nentsInspectEvery 7,500 km (4,500
miles) or 6 monthsMA-38
,
BR-13
,
BR-15
A........Air conditioner filter ReplaceEvery 15,000 km
(9,000 miles) or 12
monthsVTL-20
,
VTL-77
MAINTENANCE OPERATIONMAINTENANCE INTERVAL
Refer-
ence
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)
Engine compartment and under vehicle
Intake and exhaust valve clearanceSee
NOTE (1)EM-17
Drive beltSee
NOTE (2)I I IIIIIIMA-13
Engine oil (Use recommended oil.)R RRRRRRRMA-18
Engine oil filter (Use genuine NISSAN engine
oil filter or equivalent)R RRRRRRRMA-19
Engine coolant (Use Genuine NISSAN Engine
Coolant or equivalent in its quality.)See
NOTE (3)IRIMA-14
Cooling system I I I IMA-13
,
MA-17
,
MA-17

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NOTE:
Maintenance items with “ ” should be performed more frequently according to “Maintenance Under Severe Driving Condi-
tions”.
(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 belt tensioner reading reaches the maximum limit.
(3) Use Genuine NISSAN Engine 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 coolant.
First replace at 90,000 km (54,000 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) Replace spark plug when the spark plug gap exceeds 1.4 mm (0.055 in) even if within specified periodic replacement
mileage.
CHASSIS AND BODY MAINTENANCE
(Annual Mileage > 30,000 km/year)
Abbreviations: I = Inspect and correct or replace as necessary, R = Replace, L = Lubricate.
Fuel and EVAP vapor lines I IMA-18,
MA-22
Air cleaner filterRRMA-18
Fuel filter (In-tank type)See
NOTE (4)—
Positive crankcase ventilation (PCV) system I I I IMA-21
Spark-plugs (Iridium-tipped type)See
NOTE (5)R R RRRRRRMA-20
MAINTENANCE OPERATIONMAINTENANCE INTERVAL
Refer-
ence
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)
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)
Underhood and under vehicle
Headlamp aiming I I I IMA-23
,
MA-27
Brake system and fluid (For level &
leaks)IIIIMA-38,
MA-37

Brake fluidRRMA-38
Brake booster vacuum hoses, connec-
tions & check valveIIBR-12
Power steering fluid & lines (For level &
leaks)IIIIMA-40
CVT fluid (For level & leaks)See
NOTE (1)IIIIMA-32,
MA-34
Steering gear & linkage, axle & suspen-
sion parts, & front drive shafts IIMA-39,
MA-40
,
MA-41
Exhaust systemIIMA-32
Brake pads, rotors & other brake com-
ponentsIIIIMA-38,
BR-13
,
BR-15
Foot brake & parking brake (For free
play, stroke & operation)IIIIBR-6,
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NOTE:
(1) If towing a trailer, using a camper or a car-top carrier, or driving on rough or muddy roads, inspect CVT fluid deterioration
with Consult-III every 90,000 km (54,000 miles), then change CVT fluid NS-2 if necessary. (Refer to TM-204, "
CONSULT-III
Function (TRANSMISSION)" for RE0F10A, TM-37, "CONSULT-III Function (TRANSMISSION)" for RE0F09B.) And if Consult-III
is not available, change (do not just inspect) CVT fluid NS-2 every 90,000 km (54,000 miles). Using transmission fluid other
than Genuine NISSAN CVT Fluid NS-2 will damage the CVT, which is not covered by the warranty.
(2) Inspect once per year.
Maintenance items with “ ” should be performed more frequently according to “Maintenance Under Severe Driving Condi-
tions”.
MAINTENANCE UNDER SEVERE DRIVING CONDITIONS
(Annual Mileage > 30,000 km/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 — Driving repeatedly short distances or door to door driving
C — Towing a trailer or caravan
D — Extensive idling or urban driving
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 areas or in 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
Maintenance operation: Inspect = Inspect and correct or replace as necessary.
Air conditioner filterRRRRVTL-20,
VTL-77
Body corrosionSee
NOTE (2)MA-42
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)
Driving condition Maintenance itemMainte-
nance op-
erationMaintenance intervalReference
page
A
........Air cleaner filter ReplaceEvery 30,000 km (18,000
miles) MA-18
ABCD
.....Engine oil & engine oil
filter ReplaceEvery 7,500 km
(4,500 miles) MA-18,
MA-19
.....F...Brake fluid ReplaceEvery 30,000 km (18,000
miles) MA-38
......GH.Steering gear & link-
age, axle & suspen-
sion parts, & front
drive shaftsInspectEvery 30,000 km (18,000
miles) MA-39
,
MA-40
,
MA-41
......GH.Exhaust system InspectEvery 30,000 km (18,000
miles)MA-32
A.C. . .GHIBrake pads, rotors &
other brake compo-
nentsInspectEvery 15,000 km
(9,000 miles) MA-38
,
BR-13
,
BR-15
A........Air conditioner filter ReplaceEvery 15,000 km
(9,000 miles) VTL-20
,
VTL-77

RECOMMENDED FLUIDS AND LUBRICANTS
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RECOMMENDED FLUIDS AND LUBRICANTS
Fluids and LubricantsINFOID:0000000003858223
*1: For further details, see “SAE Viscosity Number”.
*2: Use Genuine NISSAN Engine 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: Using transmission fluid other than Genuine NISSAN CVT fluid NS-2 will damage the CVT, which is not covered by the war-
ranty.
*4: DEXRON
™ VI type ATF can be used.
*5: Never mix different types of fluids (DOT3 and DOT4).
SAE Viscosity NumberINFOID:0000000003858224
GASOLINE ENGINE
 5W-30 is preferable.
Capacity (Approximate)
Recommended Fluids/Lubricants
LiterImp mea-
sure
Engine oil
Drain and refillWith oil filter change 4.6 4 qt
Genuine NISSAN engine oil
*1
API grade SL or SM*1
ILSAC grade GF-3 or GF-4*1
ACEA A1/B1, A3/B3, A3/B4, A5/B5, C2 or C3*1
Without oil filter
change4.3 3-3/4 qt
Dry engine (engine overhaul) 5.3 4-5/8 qt
Cooling system (with reservoir) 9.1 8 qt
Genuine NISSAN Engine Coolant or equivalent
in its quality
*2Reservoir tank 0.8 3/4 qt
CVT fluidRE0F10A 8.3 7-1/4 qt
Genuine NISSAN CVT Fluid NS-2
*3
RE0F09B 10.2 9 qt
Power steering fluid 1.0 7/8 qt
Genuine NISSAN PSF or equivalent
*4
Brake fluid — —Genuine NISSAN brake fluid, or equivalent DOT
3 or DOT4 (US FMVSS No. 116)*5
Multi-purpose grease — — NLGI No. 2 (Lithium soap base)

ENGINE MAINTENANCE
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ENGINE MAINTENANCE
DRIVE BELT
DRIVE BELT : Exploded ViewINFOID:0000000003862446
DRIVE BELT : CheckingINFOID:0000000003862447
WARNING:
Be sure to perform the this step when engine is stopped.
 Check that the indicator (A) of drive belt auto-tensioner is within the possible use range (C).
NOTE:
 Check the drive belt auto-tensioner indication when the engine is cold.
 When new drive belt is installed, the indicator should be within the range (B) in the figure.
 Visually check entire drive belt for wear, damage or cracks.
 If the indicator is out of the possible use range or belt is damaged, replace drive belt.
DRIVE BELT : Tension AdjustmentINFOID:0000000003862448
Refer to EM-136, "Drive Belt".
ENGINE COOLANT
ENGINE COOLANT : InspectionINFOID:0000000003862449
LEVEL
JPBIA1625ZZ
1. Idler pulley 2. Drive belt 3. Power steering oil pump
4. Drive belt auto-tensioner 5. Crankshaft pulley 6. Idler pulley
7. A/C compressor 8. Alternator
A. Indicator B. Range when new drive belt is installed C. Possible use range
D. View D
: Engine front

CHASSIS MAINTENANCE
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 Check for wear or damage.
DISC BRAKE : Front Disc BrakeINFOID:0000000003862434
Unit: mm (in)
DISC BRAKE : Rear Disc BrakeINFOID:0000000003862435
Unit: mm (in)
STEERING GEAR AND LINKAGE
STEERING GEAR AND LINKAGE : InspectionINFOID:0000000003858315
STEERING GEAR
 Check gear housing and boots for looseness, damage and grease
leakage.
 Check connection with steering column for looseness.
STEERING LINKAGE
Check ball joint, dust cover and other component parts for looseness, wear, damage and grease leakage.
POWER STEERING FLUID AND LINES
BRA0010D
Item Limit
Brake pad Wear thickness 2.0 (0.079)
Disc rotorWear thickness 24.0 (0.945)
Runout (with it attached to the vehicle) 0.040 (0.0016) or less
Item Limit
Brake pad Wear thickness 2.0 (0.079)
Disc rotorWear thickness 8.0 (0.315)
Runout (with it attached to the vehicle) 0.050 (0.0020) or less
SLIA0014E

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POWER STEERING FLUID AND LINES : Inspection
INFOID:0000000003862441
Check fluid level in reservoir tank with engine off.
Fluid levels at HOT and COLD are different. Do not confuse them.
CAUTION:
 Do not overfill.
 Recommended fluid is Genuine NISSAN PSF or equivalent.
Refer to MA-11, "
Fluids and Lubricants".
 Check lines for improper attachment, leaks, cracks, damage,
loose connections, chafing and deterioration.
 Check rack boots for accumulation of power steering fluid.
AXLE AND SUSPENSION PARTS
AXLE AND SUSPENSION PARTS : InspectionINFOID:0000000003858316
Check front and rear axle and suspension parts for excessive play,
cracks, wear or other damage.
 Shake each wheel to check for excessive play.
 Check wheel bearings for smooth operation.
 Check axle and suspension nuts and bolts for looseness.
 Check strut (shock absorber) for oil leakage or other damage.
 Check suspension ball joint for grease leakage and ball joint dust
cover for cracks or other damage.
DRIVE SHAFT
HOT (A) : Fluid temperature 50 – 80°C (122 – 176°F)
COLD (B) : Fluid temperature 0 – 30°C (32 – 86°F)
ALGIA0002GB
SST851C
SMA525A
SFA392B