overheating NISSAN TEANA 2014 Service Manual

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CONTENTS
ENGINE COOLING SYSTEM
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PRECAUTION ................ ...............................
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PRECAUTIONS .............................................. .....3
Precaution for Supplemental Restraint System
(SRS) "AIR BAG" and "SEAT BELT PRE-TEN-
SIONER" ............................................................. ......
3
Precaution for Liquid Gasket .....................................3
PREPARATION ............................................5
PREPARATION .............................................. .....5
Special Service Tool ........................................... ......5
Commercial Service Tool ..........................................5
SYSTEM DESCRIPTION ..............................7
COOLING SYSTEM ....................................... .....7
Cooling Circuit ..................................................... ......7
Schematic .................................................................8
OVERHEATING CAUSE ANALYSIS ..................9
Troubleshooting Chart ...............................................9
PERIODIC MAINTENANCE .........................11
ENGINE COOLANT ....................................... ....11
System Inspection ............................................... ....11
Changing Engine Coolant .......................................12
REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION ...............16
RADIATOR ..................................................... ....16
Exploded View .................................................... ....16
Removal and Installation .........................................17
Inspection ............................................................ ....17
COOLING FAN ...................................................18
Exploded View .................................................... ....18
Removal and Installation .........................................18
WATER PUMP ............................................... ....20
Exploded View ..................................................... ....20
Removal and Installation .........................................20
THERMOSTAT AND THERMOSTAT HOUS-
ING ....................................................................
22
Exploded View ..................................................... ....22
Removal and Installation .........................................22
WATER OUTLET AND WATER PIPING ..........24
Exploded View .........................................................24
Removal and Installation .........................................24
SERVICE DATA AND SPECIFICATIONS
(SDS) ............... .............................................
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SERVICE DATA AND SPECIFICATIONS
(SDS) .................................................................
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Capacity ............................................................... ....26
Thermostat ..............................................................26
Radiator ...................................................................26
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PRECAUTION ...... ........................................
27
PRECAUTIONS .................................................27
Precaution for Supplemental Restraint System
(SRS) "AIR BAG" and "SEAT BELT PRE-TEN-
SIONER" ............................................................. ....
27
Precaution for Liquid Gasket ...................................27
PREPARATION ...........................................29
PREPARATION .................................................29
Special Service Tool ............................................ ....29
Commercial Service Tool ........................................29
SYSTEM DESCRIPTION .............................31
COOLING SYSTEM ..........................................31
Cooling Circuit ..................................................... ....31
Schematic ................................................................32
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OVERHEATING CAUSE ANALYSIS ................33
Troubleshooting Chart ......................................... ...33
PERIODIC MAINTENANCE ..................... ...35
ENGINE COOLANT ........................................ ...35
System Inspection ............................................... ...35
Changing Engine Coolant .......................................36
REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION ...............40
RADIATOR ..................................................... ...40
Exploded View ..................................................... ...40
Removal and Installation ........................................41
Inspection ...............................................................41
COOLING FAN ..................................................42
Exploded View ..................................................... ...42
Removal and Installation ........................................42
WATER PUMP ...................................................44
Exploded View ..................................................... ...44
Removal and Installation .........................................44
THERMOSTAT AND THERMOSTAT HOUS-
ING .................................................................. ...
49
Exploded View ..................................................... ...49
Removal and Installation .........................................49
WATER OUTLET AND WATER PIPING ....... ...51
Exploded View ..................................................... ...51
Removal and Installation .........................................51
SERVICE DATA AND SPECIFICATIONS
(SDS) ............... ...........................................
53
SERVICE DATA AND SPECIFICATIONS
(SDS) .............................................................. ...
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Capacity ............................................................... ...53
Thermostat ..............................................................53
Radiator ..................................................................53
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OVERHEATING CAUSE ANALYSISCO-9
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OVERHEATING CAUSE ANALYSIS
Troubleshooting ChartINFOID:0000000009460389
Symptom Check items
Cooling sys-
tem parts
malfunction Poor heat transfer
Water pump malfunction Worn or loose drive belt
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Thermostat stuck closed Coolant circulation
Damaged fins Dust contamination or rock
clogging
Mechanical damage
Clogged radiator cooling
tube Excess foreign material
(rust, dirt, sand, etc.)
Reduced air flow Cooling fan does not oper-
ate
Engine cooling fans —
High resistance to fan rota-
tion
Damaged fan blades
Damaged radiator shroud — Radiator shroud —
Improper coolant mixture
ratio — Coolant viscosity —
Poor coolant quality — Periodic maintenance —
Insufficient coolant Coolant leaks Cooling hose
Loose clamp
Cracked hose
Water pump Poor sealing
Radiator cap Loose
Poor sealing
Radiator O-ring for damage, deterio-
ration or improper fitting
Cracked radiator tank
Cracked radiator core
Reservoir tank Cracked reservoir tank
Overflowing reservoir tank Exhaust gas leaks into cool-
ing system Cylinder head deterioration
Cylinder head gasket deteri-
oration
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OVERHEATING CAUSE ANALYSIS
Except cool-
ing system
parts mal-
function — Overload on engine
Abusive driving
High engine rpm under no
load
Driving in low gear for ex-
tended time
Driving at extremely high
speed
Powertrain sy stem malfunc-
tion
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Installed improper size
wheels and tires
Dragging brakes
Improper ignition timing
Blocked or restricted air
flow Blocked radiator grille Installed car brassiere
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Mud contamination or paper
clogging
Blocked bumper
Blocked radiator
Blocked condenser
Installed large fog lamp
Symptom Check items
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OVERHEATING CAUSE ANALYSISCO-33
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Troubleshooting ChartINFOID:0000000009460412
Symptom Check items
Cooling sys-
tem parts
malfunction Poor heat transfer
Water pump malfunction Worn or loose drive belt
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Thermostat stuck closed Coolant circulation
Damaged fins Dust contamination or pa-
per clogging
Physical damage
Clogged radiator cooling
tube Excess foreign material
(rust, dirt, sand, etc.)
Reduced air flow Cooling fan does not oper-
ate
Fan assembly —
High resistance to fan rota-
tion
Damaged fan blades
Damaged radiator shroud — Radiator shroud —
Improper coolant mixture
ratio —
Coolant viscosity —
Poor coolant quality — —
Insufficient coolant Coolant leaks Cooling hose
Loose clamp
Cracked hose
Water pump Poor sealing
Radiator cap Loose
Poor sealing
Radiator O-ring for damage, deterio-
ration or improper fitting
Cracked radiator tank
Cracked radiator core
Reservoir tank Cracked reservoir tank
Overflowing reservoir tank Exhaust gas leaks into cool-
ing system Cylinder head deterioration
Cylinder head gasket deteri-
oration
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OVERHEATING CAUSE ANALYSIS
Except cool-
ing system
parts mal-
function — Overload on engine
Abusive driving
High engine rpm under no
load
Driving in low gear for ex-
tended time
Driving at extremely high
speed
Powertrain sy stem malfunc-
tion
—
Installed improper size
wheels and tires
Dragging brakes
Improper ignition timing
Blocked or restricted air
flow Blocked bumper Blocked air flow
—
Blocked radiator grille
Installed car brassiere
Mud contamination or paper
clogging
Blocked radiator Blocked air flow
Blocked condenser
Installed large fog lamp
Symptom Check items
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P0300, P0301,
P0302, P0303, P0304 MISFIRE
P0300, P0301, P0302, P0303, P0304 MISFIRE
DTC LogicINFOID:0000000009462255
DTC DETECTION LOGIC
When a misfire occurs, engine speed will fluctuate. If the engine speed fluctuates enough to cause the crank-
shaft position (CKP) sensor (POS) signal to vary , ECM can determine that a misfire is occurring.
The misfire detection logic consists of the following two conditions.
1. One Trip Detection Logic (Three Way Catalyst Damage) On the 1st trip, when a misfire condition occurs that can damage the three way catalyst (TWC) due to
overheating, the MIL will blink.
When a misfire condition occurs, the ECM monitors the CKP sensor signal every 200 engine revolutions
for a change.
When the misfire condition decreases to a level that will not damage the TWC, the MIL will turn off.
If another misfire condition occurs that can dam age the TWC on a second trip, the MIL will blink.
When the misfire condition decreases to a level that will not damage the TWC, the MIL will remain on.
If another misfire condition occurs that can damage the TWC, the MIL will begin to blink again.
2. Two Trip Detection Logic (Exhaust quality deterioration) For misfire conditions that will not damage the TWC (but will affect vehicle emissions), the MIL will only
light when the misfire is detected on a second trip. Du ring this condition, the ECM monitors the CKP sen-
sor signal every 1,000 engine revolutions.
A misfire malfunction can be detected on any one cylinder or on multiple cylinders.
DTC CONFIRMATION PROCEDURE
1.PRECONDITIONING
If DTC Confirmation Procedure has been previously conducted, always perform the following procedure
before conducting the next test.
1. Turn ignition switch OFF and wait at least 10 seconds.
2. Turn ignition switch ON.
3. Turn ignition switch OFF and wait at least 10 seconds.
>> GO TO 2.
2.PERFORM DTC CONFIRMATION PROCEDURE-1
1. Start engine and warm it up to normal operating temperature.
2. Turn ignition switch OFF and wait at least 10 seconds.
3. Restart engine and let it idle for about 15 minutes.
4. Check 1st trip DTC.
Is 1st trip DTC detected?
YES >> Proceed to EC-319, "Diagnosis Procedure".
Sensor Input signal to ECM ECM function
Crankshaft position sensor (POS) Engine speed On board diagnosis of misfire
DTC No. CONSULT screen terms
(Trouble diagnosis content) DTC detecting condition Possible cause
P0300 MULTI CYL MISFIRE
(Random/multiple cylinder misfire detected) Multiple cylinder misfire.
• Improper spark plug
• Insufficient compression
• Incorrect fuel pressure
• Fuel Injector circuit is open or shorted
• Fuel injector
• Intake air leak
• Ignition signal circuit is open or shorted
• Lack of fuel
• Signal plate
• A/F sensor 1
• Incorrect PCV hose connection
P0301
CYL 1 MISFIRE
(Cylinder 1 Misfire Detected) No. 1 cylinder misfires.
P0302 CYL 2 MISFIRE
(Cylinder 2 Misfire Detected) No. 2 cylinder misfires.
P0303 CYL 3 MISFIRE
(Cylinder 3 Misfire Detected) No. 3 cylinder misfires.
P0304 CYL 4 MISFIRE
(Cylinder 4 Misfire Detected) No. 4 cylinder misfires.
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P1217 ENGINE OVER TEMPERATUREEC-425
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>> Repair or replace malfunctioning part.
4.CHECK RADIATOR CAP
Check radiator cap. Refer to CO-11, "System Inspection"
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Is the inspection result normal?
YES >> GO TO 5.
NO >> Replace radiator cap. Refer to CO-16, "Exploded View"
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5.CHECK THERMOSTAT
Check thermostat. Refer to CO-22, "Removal and Installation"
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Is the inspection result normal?
YES >> GO TO 6.
NO >> Replace thermostat. Refer to CO-22, "Removal and Installation"
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6.CHECK ENGINE COOLANT TEMPERATURE SENSOR
Refer to EC-244, "Component Inspection"
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Is the inspection result normal?
YES >> GO TO 7.
NO >> Replace engine coolant temperature sensor. Refer to CO-24, "Exploded View"
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7.OVERHEATING CAUSE ANALYSIS
If the cause cannot be isolated, check the CO-9, "Troubleshooting Chart"
.
>> INSPECTION END
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P0300, P0301, P0302, P0303, P0304, P0305, P0306 MISFIRE
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P0300, P0301, P0302, P0303,
P0304, P0305, P0306 MISFIRE
DTC LogicINFOID:0000000009462666
DTC DETECTION LOGIC
When a misfire occurs, engine speed will fluctuate. If the engine speed fluctuates enough to cause the crank-
shaft position (CKP) sensor (POS) signal to vary , ECM can determine that a misfire is occurring.
The misfire detection logic consists of the following two conditions.
1. One Trip Detection Logic (Three Way Catalyst Damage) On the 1st trip, when a misfire condition occurs that can damage the three way catalyst (TWC) due to
overheating, the MIL will blink.
When a misfire condition occurs, the ECM monitors the CKP sensor signal every 200 engine revolutions
for a change.
When the misfire condition decreases to a level t hat will not damage the TWC, the MIL will turn off.
If another misfire condition occurs that can damage the TWC on a second trip, the MIL will blink.
When the misfire condition decreases to a level t hat will not damage the TWC, the MIL will remain on.
If another misfire condition occurs that can damage the TWC, the MIL will begin to blink again.
2. Two Trip Detection Logic (Exhaust quality deterioration) For misfire conditions that will not damage the TWC (but will affect vehicle emissions), the MIL will only
illuminate when the misfire is detected on a second tr ip. During this condition, the ECM monitors the CKP
sensor signal every 1,000 engine revolutions.
A misfire malfunction can be detected in any one cylinder or in multiple cylinders.
DTC CONFIRMATION PROCEDURE
1.PRECONDITIONING
If DTC Confirmation Procedure has been previously conducted, always perform the following procedure
before conducting the next test.
1. Turn ignition switch OFF and wait at least 10 seconds.
2. Turn ignition switch ON.
3. Turn ignition switch OFF and wait at least 10 seconds.
>> GO TO 2.
2.PERFORM DTC CONFIRMATION PROCEDURE-I
1. Start engine and warm it up to normal operating temperature.
2. Turn ignition switch OFF and wait at least 10 seconds.
3. Turn ignition switch ON.
4. Turn ignition switch OFF and wait at least 10 seconds.
5. Restart engine and let it idle for approximately 15 minutes.
6. Check 1st trip DTC.
Is 1st trip DTC detected?
Sensor Input signal to ECM ECM function
Crankshaft position sensor (POS) Engine speed On board diagnosis of misfire
DTC No. Trouble diagnosis name DTC detecting condition Possible cause
P0300 Multiple cylinder misfires detected Multiple cylinders misfire. • Improper spark plug • Insufficient compression
• Incorrect fuel pressure
• The fuel injector circuit is open or shorted
• Fuel injector
• Intake air leakage
• The ignition signal circuit is open or shorted
• Lack of fuel
• Signal plate
• A/F sensor 1
• Incorrect PCV hose connection
P0301 No. 1 cylinder misfire detected No. 1 cylinder misfires.
P0302 No. 2 cylinder misfire detected No. 2 cylinder misfires.
P0303 No. 3 cylinder misfire detected No. 3 cylinder misfires.
P0304 No. 4 cylinder misfire detected No. 4 cylinder misfires.
P0305 No. 5 cylinder misfire detected No. 5 cylinder misfires.
P0306 No. 6 cylinder misfire detected No. 6 cylinder misfires.
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P1217 ENGINE OVER TEMPERATURE
>> Repair or replace malfunctioning part.
4.CHECK RADIATOR CAP
Check radiator cap. Refer to CO-35, "System Inspection"
.
Is the inspection result normal?
YES >> GO TO 5.
NO >> Replace radiator cap. Refer to CO-40, "Exploded View"
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5.CHECK THERMOSTAT
Check thermostat. Refer to CO-49, "Removal and Installation"
.
Is the inspection result normal?
YES >> GO TO 6.
NO >> Replace thermostat. Refer to CO-49, "Removal and Installation"
.
6.CHECK ENGINE COOLANT TEMPERATURE SENSOR
Refer to EC-741, "Component Inspection"
.
Is the inspection result normal?
YES >> GO TO 7.
NO >> Replace engine coolant temperature sensor. Refer to CO-51, "Exploded View"
.
7.OVERHEATING CAUSE ANALYSIS
If the cause cannot be isolated, check the CO-33, "Troubleshooting Chart"
.
>> INSPECTION END
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