maintenance NISSAN X-TRAIL 2001 Service Manual Online

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CHASSIS AND BODY MAINTENANCEPFP:00100
Checking Exhaust SystemELS000B9
Check exhaust pipes, muffler and mounting for improper attachment,
leaks, cracks, damage, chafing or deterioration.
Checking Clutch Fluid Level and LeaksELS000BA
If fluid level is extremely low, check clutch system for leaks.
Checking Clutch SystemELS000BB
Check fluid lines and operating cylinder for improper attachment,
cracks, damage, loose connections, chafing and deterioration.
Checking M/T OilELS000BC
●Check that oil is not leaking from transaxle or around it.
●Check oil level from filler plug mounting hole as shown in the fig-
ure.
CAUTION:
Never start engine while checking oil level.
●Set a new gasket on the filler plug and install it on the transaxle.
CAUTION:
Do not reuse gasket.
Changing M/T OilELS000BD
1. Drain oil from drain plug and refill with new gear oil.
2. Check oil level.
SMA211A
SFIA0066J
SMA859
Filler plug:
: 30 - 39 N·m (3.1 - 4.0 kg-m, 23 - 28 ft-lb)
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CAUTION:
Do not reuse gasket.
Checking A/T FluidELS000BV
1. Warm up engine.
2. Check for fluid leakage.
3. Before driving, fluid level can be checked at fluid temperatures
of 30 to 50°C (86 to 122°F) using “COLD” range on dipstick.
a. Park vehicle on level surface and set parking brake.
b. Start engine and move selector lever through each gear posi-
tion. Leave selector lever in “P” position.
c. Check fluid level with engine idling.
d. Remove dipstick and note reading. If level is at low side of either
range, and fluid to the charging pipe.
e. Re-insert dipstick into charging pipe as far as it will go.
f. Remove dipstick and note reading. If reading is at low side of range, add fluid to the charging pipe.
Do not overfill.
4. Drive vehicle for approximately 5 minutes in urban areas.
5. Re-check fluid level at fluid temperatures of 50 to 80°C (122 to 176°F) using “HOT” range on dipstick.
6. Check fluid condition.
●If fluid is very dark or smells burned, refer to AT section for
checking operation of A/T. Flush cooling system after repair of
A/T.
●If A/T fluid contains frictional material (clutches, bands, etc.),
replace radiator and flush cooler line using cleaning solvent
and compressed air after repair of A/T. Refer to CO-11,
"RADIATOR" , CO-14, "RADIATOR (ALUMINUM TYPE)" .
Changing A/T FluidELS000BW
1. Warm up A/T fluid.
2. Stop engine.
3. Drain A/T fluid from drain plug and refill with new A/T fluid.
Always refill same volume with drained fluid.Oil grade:
API GL-4
Viscosity:
Refer to MA-16, "
RECOMMENDED FLUIDS AND LUBRICANTS"
Oil capacity:
Approx. 2.3 (4 lmp pt)
Drain plug:
: 30 - 39 N·m (3.1 - 4.0 kg-m, 23 - 28 ft-lb)
SMA827CA
SMA853B
Fluid grade:
Genuine Nissan ATF or equivalent. Refer to MA-
16, "RECOMMENDED FLUIDS AND LUBRI-
CANTS" .
Fluid capacity (With torque converter):
Approx. 8.5 (7-1/2 lmp qt)
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4. Run engine at idle speed for five minutes.
5. Check fluid level and condition. Refer to MA-36, "
Checking A/T Fluid" . If fluid is still dirty, repeat steps 2
through 5.
Checking Transfer OilELS000BT
Check for oil leakage and oil level.
CAUTION:
Never start engine while checking oil level.
Changing Transfer OilELS000BU
1. Drain oil from drain plug and refill with new gear oil.
2. Check oil level.
CAUTION:
Carefully fill the oil. (Fill up for Approx. 3 minutes.)
Checking Propeller ShaftELS000BE
Check propeller shaft for damage, looseness or grease leakage.Drain plug:
: 29 - 39 N·m (3.0 - 4.0 kg-m, 22 - 29 ft-lb)
Filler plug:
: 9.8 - 19.6 N·m (1.0 - 1.9 kg-m, 87 - 173 in-lb)
SDIA0513E
Oil grade:
API GL-5
Viscosity:
Refer toMA-16, "
RECOMMENDED FLUIDS AND
LUBRICANTS"
Oil capacity:
: Approx. 0.31 (1/2 lmp pt)
Drain plug:
: 9.8 - 19.6 N·m (1.0 - 1.9 kg-m, 87 - 173 in-lb)SDIA0512E
Tightening torque:
Refer to PR-2, "
REAR PROPELLER SHAFT"
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Checking Differential Gear Oil
ELS000BF
1. Check for oil leakage and oil level.
CAUTION:
Gaskets are not reusable. Never reuse them.
Changing Differential Gear OilELS000BG
1. Drain oil from drain plug and refill with new gear oil.
2. Check oil level.
CAUTION:
Gaskets are not reusable. Never reuse them.
Balancing WheelsELS000BH
Adjust wheel balance using the road wheel center.
RotationELS000BI
●After rotating the tires, adjust the tire pressure.
●Retighten the wheel nuts when the vehicle has been driven for
1,000 km (600 miles) (also in cases of a flat tire, etc.).
CAUTION:
When installing wheels, tighten them diagonally by dividing
the work two to three times in order to prevent the wheels
from developing any distortion.Filler plug:
: 30 - 39 N·m (3.1 - 3.9 kg-m, 23 - 28 ft-lb)
SMA012C
Oil grad and Viscosity:
Refer to MA-16, "
Fluids and Lubricants"
Capacity:
0.55 ( 1-1/8 US pt, 1 lmp pt)
Drain plug:
:30 - 39 N·m (3.1 - 3.9 kg-m, 23 - 28 ft-lb)
SDIA1151E
Wheel balance (Maximum allowable unbalance):
Refer to WT-6, "
SERVICE DATA AND SPECIFICATIONS (SDS)" .
Tightening torque of wheel nut:
98 - 117 N·m (10 - 12 kg·m, 73 - 86 ft·lb)
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Checking Brake Fluid Level and LeaksELS000BJ
●If fluid level is extremely low, check brake system for leaks.
Checking Brake Lines and CablesELS000BK
●Check brake fluid lines and parking brake cables for improper
attachment, leaks, chafing, abrasions, deterioration, etc.
Changing Brake FluidELS000BL
1. Drain brake fluid from each air bleeder valve.
2. Refill until new brake fluid comes out from each air bleeder
valve.
Use same procedure as in bleeding hydraulic system to refill
brake fluid.
Refer to BR-9, "
Changing Brake Fluid" .
●Refill with recommended Genuine Brake Fluid or equivalent
“DOT 3” or “DO4”.
Refer to MA-16, "
RECOMMENDED FLUIDS AND LUBRI-
CANTS" .
●Never reuse drained brake fluid.
●Be careful not to splash brake fluid on painted areas.
Checking Disc BrakeELS000BM
ROTOR
Check condition, wear, and damage.
SFIA0066J
SBR389C
SBR419C
Applied Front Rear
Brake model AD31VD AD9VA
Standard thickness 28.0 mm (1.102 in) 16 mm (0.63 in)
Maximum runout 0.04 mm (0.0016 in) 0.07 mm (0.0028 in)
Minimum thickness (Wear limit) 26.0 mm (1.024 in) 14 mm (0.55 in)

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CALIPER
●Check for leakage.
PA D
●Check for wear or damage.
Checking Steering Gear and LinkageELS000BO
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.
Checking Power Steering Fluid and LinesELS000BP
Check fluid level in reservoir tank with engine off.
Use “HOT” range at fluid temperatures of 50 to 80°C (122 to 176°F)
or “COLD” range at fluid temperatures of 0 to 30°C (32 to 86°F).
CAUTION:
●Do not overfill.
●Recommended fluid is DEXRONTM III or equivalent.
Refer to MA-16, "
RECOMMENDED FLUIDS AND LUBRI-
CANTS"
SMA922A
Brake model AD31VD AD9VA
Standard thickness 11.0 mm (0.433 in) 8.5 mm (0.335 in)
Minimum thickness
(Wear Limit)2.0 mm (0.079 in) 2.0 mm (0.079 in)
BRA0010D
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●Check lines for improper attachment, leaks, cracks, dam-
age, loose connections, chafing and deterioration.
●Check rack boots for accumulation of power steering fluid.
Axle and Suspension PartsELS000BQ
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 ShaftELS000CL
●Check boot and drive shaft for cracks, wear, damage and
grease leakage.
Lubricating Locks, Hinges and Hood LatchesELS000BR
SST851C
SMA525A
SFA392B
SFA108A
Front door Refer to BL-8, "DOOR" .
Back door Refer to BL-71, "
BACK DOOR" .

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Checking Seat Belts, Buckles, Retractors, Anchors and Adjusters
ELS000BS
Checking Body CorrosionELS000C0
Visually check body panels for collision damage (scratches, chipping, rubbing, etc.) or damage to the anti-cor-
rosion materials. In particular, check the following locations.
HEMMED PANELS
Hood front end, door lower end, trunk lid rear end, etc.
PANEL JOINT
Side sill of rear fender and center pillar, rear wheel housing of rear fender, around strut tower in engine com-
partment, etc.
PANEL EDGE
Trunk lid opening, sunroof opening, fender wheel-arch flange, fuel filler lid flange, around holes in panel, etc.
PARTS CONTACT
Waist moulding, windshield moulding, bumper, etc.
PROTECTORS
Damage or condition of mudguard, fender protector, chipping protector, etc.
ANTI-CORROSION MATERIALS
Damage or separation of anti-corrosion materials under the body.
DRAIN HOLES
Condition of drain holes at door and side sill. When repairing corroded areas, refer to the Corrosion Repair
Manual.

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ALPHABETICAL INDEX
MTC-17,MTC-21
Blower resistor ................................................ MTC-22
Blower unit ...................................... ATC-116,MTC-21
Boring/horning cylinder block(QR20DE•QR25DE) .......
EM-93
Brake booster .................................................... BR-17
Brake fluid change ............................................... BR-9
Brake fluid level ................................................. MA-39
Brake fluid level and line check ........................... BR-9
Brake hydraulic line ........................................... BR-11
Brake inspection ................................................ MA-39
Brake lines and cables inspection ..................... MA-39
Brake master cylinder ........................................ BR-13
Brake pedal ......................................................... BR-6
Brake switch .... EC-349,EC-625,EC-1068,EC-1301,
EC-1558
BRK/SW - Wiring diagram EC-351,EC-627,EC-1070,
EC-1303
,EC-1559
Bulb specifications .............................................. LT-67
Bumper, front ......................................................... EI-6
Bumper, rear .......................................................... EI-9
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Camshaft inspection(QR20DE•QR25DE) .......... EM-51
Camshaft inspection(YD22DDTi) .................... EM-159
Camshaft position sensor (CMPS) ................ EC-1484
Camshaft position sensor (PHASE) . EC-233,EC-557,
EC-962
,EC-1246
Camshaft(QR20DE•QR25DE) ........................... EM-46
Camshaft(YD22DDTi) ...................................... EM-158
CAN - Wiring diagram ......... EC-123,EC-514,EC-855,
EC-1200
,EC-1449,LAN-6,LAN-13
CAN (Controller Area Network) LAN-3,LAN-5,LAN-12
CAN Communication .......................................... TF-53
CAN communication ........... EC-122,EC-513,EC-854,
EC-1199
,EC-1448,AT-109,AT-190,AT-309,AT-403,
BRC-54
,BRC-62,BRC-92,BRC-110,LAN-3,LAN-5,
LAN-12
Canister-See EVAP canister ............ EC-427,EC-748,
EC-1114
,EC-1388
CHARGE - Wiring diagram ................................ SC-13
Charging system ................................................ SC-12
Chassis and body maintenance ........................ MA-35
CHIME - Wiring diagram ..................................... DI-59
CIGAR - Wiring diagram .................................. WW-25
Cigarette lighter ............................................... WW-25
Circuit breaker ................................................... PG-12
CKPS - Wiring diagram ................................. EC-1481
Clearance lamp ........................................ LT-4,LT-40
Clock ................................................................... DI-70
CLOCK - Wiring diagram .................................... DI-70
Closed loop control EC-34,EC-444,EC-766,EC-1130
Clutch cover ....................................................... CL-15
Clutch disc ......................................................... CL-15
Clutch master cylinder ......................................... CL-9
Clutch operating cylinder ................................... CL-11
Clutch pedal ......................................................... CL-5
Clutch release bearing ....................................... CL-13
Clutch release mechanism ................................ CL-13
Clutch withdrawal lever ...................................... CL-13
CMPS - Wiring diagram ................................. EC-1486
Coil spring (rear) ............................................... RSU-8
Collision diagnosis .......................................... SRS-47
Combination meter .................................... DI-4,DI-24
Combination switch ................................. LT-24,LT-44
Common rail fuel pressure sensor ................. EC-1468
Component Location (auto A/C) ......... ATC-34,MTC-4
Compression pressure(QR20DE•QR25DE) ..... EM-59
Compression pressure(YD22DDTi) ................ EM-182
Compressor clutch removal and installation .. ATC-135
Compressor special service tool ...................... ATC-14
Condenser ..................................................... ATC-143
Connecting rod bearing clearance(QR20DE•QR25DE)
EM-91
Connecting rod bearing clearance(YD22DDTi) EM-216
Connecting rod bushing clearance(QR20DE•QR25DE)
EM-91
Connecting rod bushing clearance(YD22DDTi) EM-210
Connecting rod(QR20DE•QR25DE) ................. EM-91
Connecting rod(YD22DDTi) .............. EM-207,EM-212
Console box - See Instrument panel .......... IP-3,IP-10
CONSULT for engine ........... EC-94,EC-486,EC-826,
EC-1173
,EC-1431
CONSULT for VDC ......................................... BRC-80
Control lever (M/T) ............................................. MT-13
Control unit ..................................... ATC-111,MTC-20
Control units (terminal arrangement) ................. PG-71
Controller Area Network (CAN) LAN-3,LAN-5,LAN-12
Converter housing installation ........... AT-419,AT-514
COOL/F - Wiring diagram EC-327,EC-607,EC-1054,
EC-1291
,EC-1510
Coolant replacement(QR20DE•QR25DE) ........ MA-19
Coolant replacement(YD22DDTi) ..................... MA-27
Cooling circuit (engine)(QR20DE•QR25DE) ....... CO-7
Cooling circuit (engine)(YD22DDTi) ................. CO-27
Cooling fan control system(QR20DE•QR25DE) CO-12
Cooling fan motor EC-336,EC-616,EC-1063,EC-1300
Cooling fan relay EC-336,EC-616,EC-1063,EC-1300
Cooling fan(QR20DE•QR25DE) ....................... CO-12
Cooling fan(YD22DDTi) .................................... CO-33
Coupling sleeve (M/T) ........................... MT-18,MT-23
Cowl top .............................................................. EI-12
Cowl top cover .................................................... EI-12
Crankcase ventilation system ........................ EC-1402
Crankcase ventilation system - See Positive crankcase
ventilation .......... EC-428
,EC-749,EC-1115,EC-1389
Crankshaft position sensor (POS) .... EC-227,EC-551,
EC-956
,EC-1240
Crankshaft position sensor (TDC) ................. EC-1479
Crankshaft(QR20DE•QR25DE) ........................ EM-74
CRFPS - Wiring diagram ............................... EC-1469
Cylinder block boring(QR20DE•QR25DE) ........ EM-94
Cylinder block boring(YD22DDTi) ................... EM-214
Cylinder block(QR20DE•QR25DE) ................... EM-73
Cylinder block(YD22DDTi) .............................. EM-197
Cylinder head bolt tightening(QR20DE•QR25DE) ........
EM-61

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EC-181,EC-536,EC-862,EC-901,EC-908,EC-917,
EC-1231
HO2S2 - Wiring diagram .... EC-187,EC-195,EC-310,
EC-318
,EC-923,EC-930,EC-1038,EC-1045
HO2S2H - Wiring diagram ................. EC-135,EC-867
Hood .................................................................... BL-4
Horn ................................................................. WW-23
HORN - Wiring diagram ................................... WW-23
How to erase DTC ......................................... EC-1406
How to erase DTC for OBD system .... EC-56,EC-455,
EC-788
,EC-1142
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IATS - Wiring diagram ....................... EC-146
,EC-878
IATSEN - Wiring diagram ................ EC-668,EC-1317
Identification ..................................................... ATC-12
Idle air volume learning ........ EC-39,EC-450,EC-772,
EC-1137
Idle speed EC-73,EC-465,EC-805,EC-1152,EC-1412
IGN/SG - Wiring diagram ................. EC-380,EC-1075
Ignition coil ........ EC-379,EC-683,EC-1074,EC-1331
Ignition coil(QR20DE•QR25DE) ....................... EM-29
Ignition control system ..... EC-379,EC-683,EC-1074,
EC-1331
Ignition timing ........ EC-73,EC-465,EC-805,EC-1152
IGNSYS - Wiring diagram ................ EC-684,EC-1332
ILL - Wiring diagram ........................................... LT-45
Illumination .......................................................... LT-45
In vehicle sensor ........... ATC-102,ATC-104,ATC-113
INJECT - Wiring diagram . EC-389,EC-710,EC-1084,
EC-1358
,EC-1475
Injection nozzle(YD22DDTi) ........................... EM-144
Injector .............. EC-388,EC-709,EC-1083,EC-1357
Input shaft (FF M/T) .............................. MT-18,MT-23
Instrument panel ................................................... IP-3
INT/L - Wiring diagram ........................................ LT-65
Intake air temperature sensor ........... EC-144,EC-160,
EC-667
,EC-876,EC-1316
Intake door control linkage adjustment ............ ATC-69
Intake door motor ATC-68,ATC-119,MTC-11,MTC-23
Intake manifold(QR20DE•QR25DE) ................. EM-16
Intake manifold(YD22DDTi) ............................ EM-123
Intake sensor ................................ ATC-108,ATC-115
Intake valve timing control . EC-125,EC-699,EC-857,
EC-1347
Intake valve timing control solenoid valve ...... EC-271,
EC-699
,EC-1005,EC-1347
Interior ....................... EI-23,EI-25,EI-26,EI-28,EI-29
Interior lamp ........................................................ LT-55
Interior lamp on-off control ...................... LT-55,LT-56
ISO 15031-5 Mode 1 - 9 ...................... EC-44,EC-777
IVC - Wiring diagram ....................... EC-273,EC-1007
IVC/V - Wiring diagram .................... EC-701,EC-1349
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Joint connector (J/C) ............................. PG-70
,PG-74
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Keyless entry system - See Multi-remote control system
BL-55
Knock sensor (KS) EC-222,EC-546,EC-951,EC-1235
KS - Wiring diagram ........... EC-224,EC-548,EC-953,
EC-1237
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LAN system circuit .......................................... ATC-59
License lamp ...................................................... LT-30
Line pressure solenoid valve ........................... AT-156
Line pressure test (A/T) ....................... AT-67,AT-268
Liquid gasket application(QR20DE•QR25DE) ... EM-6,
EM-111
,LU-3,LU-15,CO-3,CO-23
LOAD - Wiring diagram .... EC-416,EC-737,EC-1103,
EC-1377
Location of electrical units ................................ PG-63
Lock, door ............................................... BL-65,BL-68
Lubricant (R134a) A/C ........................ ATC-5,ATC-24
Lubrication circuit (engine)(QR20DE•QR25DE) .. LU-5
Lubrication circuit (engine)(YD22DDTi) ............. LU-17
Lubrication oil A/C ......................................... ATC-150
Lubrication-locks, hinges and hood latches ...... MA-41
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M/T major overhaul ............................... MT-26
,MT-35
M/T oil replacement .......................................... MT-10
M/T removal and installation ............................. MT-15
MAFS - Wiring diagram ..... EC-140,EC-519,EC-872,
EC-1001
,EC-1205,EC-1453
Magnet clutch ................................. ATC-78,ATC-135
MAIN - Wiring diagram ...... EC-116,EC-507,EC-848,
EC-1193
,EC-1443
Mainshaft (M/T) ..................................... MT-18,MT-23
Maintenance (engine)(QR20DE•QR25DE) ....... MA-19
Maintenance (engine)(YD22DDTi) ................... MA-26
Malfunction indicator (MI) .. EC-263,EC-576,EC-991,
EC-1265
,EC-1407
Malfunction indicator lamp (MIL) ........ EC-58,EC-457,
EC-790
,EC-1144
Mass air flow sensor (MAFS) ........... EC-138,EC-516,
EC-870
,EC-999,EC-1202,EC-1451
Master cylinder (brake) ...................................... BR-13
Master cylinder (clutch) ........................................ CL-9
METER - Wiring diagram ........................... DI-8,DI-28
MIL - Wiring diagram ......... EC-264,EC-577,EC-992,
EC-1266
MIL/DL - Wiring diagram ................................ EC-1573
MIRROR - Wiring diagram ............................... GW-50
Mirror defogger ................................................ GW-15
Mirror, door ...................................................... GW-49
Mirror, out side ................................................. GW-49
Misfire ............................................... EC-217,EC-946
Mode door control linkage adjustment ........... ATC-64,
ATC-124
,MTC-9,MTC-27
Mode door motor ............................ ATC-62,ATC-124