wiper blades NISSAN TEANA 2014 Service Manual

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PERIODIC MAINTENANCE
GENERAL MAINTENANCE
FOR USA AND CANADA
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General maintenance includes those items which shoul d 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
checks and inspections themselves or have their NISSAN dealers do them.
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.
Item Reference page
Tires Check 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. MA-39
Wheel nuts
When checking the tires, make sure no nuts are missing, and check for any loose
nuts. Tighten if necessary. MA-39
Tire rotation
Tires should be rotated every 5,000 miles (8,000 km). MA-39
Tire Pressure Monitor-
ing System (TPMS)
transmitter compo-
nents Replace the TPMS transmitter grommet seal, valve core and cap when the tires
are replaced due to wear or age. WT-57
Wheel alignment and
balance If 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. For additional information regarding tires, refer
to "Important Tire Safety Information" (US) or "Tire Safety Information" (Canada)
in the NISSAN Warranty Information Booklet. FSU-25
Windshield
Clean the windshield on a regular basis. Check the windshield at least every six
months for cracks or other damage. Repair as necessary. —
Windshield wiper
blades Check for cracks or wear if they do not wipe properly. —
Doors and engine
hood Check 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-45, "LOCKS, HING-
ES AND HOOD LATCH :
Lubricating"
Lamps
Make 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. Clean the headlamps on a regular basis. EXL-122
Item
Reference page
Warning lamps and
chimes Make sure that all warning lamps and chimes are operating properly. —
Windshield wiper and
washer Check that the wipers and washer operate properly and that the wipers do not
streak. —
Windshield defroster Check that the air comes out of the defroster outlets properly and in sufficient
quantity when operating the heater or air conditioner. —
Steering wheel Check that it has the specified play. Check for changes in the steering condition,
such as excessive play, hard steering or strange noises.
Free play: Less than 35 mm (1.38 in) —
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FRONT WIPER ARM
FRONT WIPER ARM
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REMOVAL
1. Remove the wiper arm cap.
2. Remove the wiper arm nut.
3. Raise the wiper arm, then remove the wiper arm.
INSTALLATION
1. Clean the wiper arm mount as shown. NOTE:
This will reduce the possibility of wiper arm looseness.
2. Install the wiper arm.
3. Install the wiper arm nut.
4. Install the wiper arm cap.
5. Check that the wiper blades stop at the specified position. Refer to WW-60, "WIPER BLADE : Adjust-
ment".
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WIPER BLADE
WIPER BLADE : Adjustment
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Adjust the wiper blades to the specification shown above.
WIPER BLADE REFILL
WIPER BLADE REFILL : Removal and InstallationINFOID:0000000009464641
REMOVAL
1. Remove the wiper blade. Refer to WW-59, "WIPER BLADE : Removal and Installation".
A. 25 mm (1.0 in) B. 90 mm (3.5 in) C. 40mm (1.6 in)
D. 50 mm (2.0 in) E. 25 mm (1.0 in)
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FRONT WIPER DRIVE ASSEMBLY
FRONT WIPER DRIVE ASSEMBLY
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Removal and InstallationINFOID:0000000009464643
REMOVAL
1. Remove the cowl top. Refer to EXT-24, "Removal and Installation".
2. Remove the strut tower bar. Refer to FSU-19, "Exploded View"
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3. Disconnect the harness connector from the wiper drive assembly.
4. Remove the wiper drive assembly bolts.
5. Remove the wiper drive assembly.
INSTALLATION
1. Install the wiper drive assembly.
2. Install the wiper drive assembly bolts.
3. Connect the harness connector to the wiper drive assembly.
4. Install the strut tower bar. Refer to FSU-19, "Exploded View"
.
5. Install the cowl top. Refer to EXT-24, "Removal and Installation"
.
6. Check that the wiper blades stop at the specified position. Refer to WW-60, "WIPER BLADE : Adjust-
ment".
1. Wiper blade (LH) 2. Wiper blade (RH) 3. Wiper arm (RH)
4. Wiper drive assembly 5. Wiper arm (LH)
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