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COOLING SYSTEMS GI
SECTION LC MA
EM
EC
CONTENTS FE
QG COMPONENTS .......................................................17
CL
CONTROL SYSTEM ................................................17
ENGINE LUBRICATION SYSTEM..................................3 Changing Engine Coolant..........................................17
Precautions ..................................................................3 MT
- DRAINING ENGINE COOLANT - ............................17
LIQUID GASKET APPLICATION PROCEDURE ............3 - REFILLING ENGINE COOLANT - ...........................18
Preparation ..................................................................3 - FLUSHING COOLING SYSTEM -............................19
SPECIAL SERVICE TOOLS ........................................3
AT
Radiator (Aluminum type)..........................................20
Lubrication Circuit ........................................................4 PREPARATION .......................................................20
Oil Pressure Check......................................................5 DISASSEMBLY ........................................................20 AX
Oil Pump ......................................................................5 ASSEMBLY .............................................................21
REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION .................................5 INSPECTION ...........................................................22
DISASSEMBLY AND ASSEMBLY................................6 Overheating Cause Analysis .....................................23 SU
INSPECTION .............................................................7 Service Data and Specifications (SDS).....................24
REGULATOR VALVE INSPECTION ............................7 THERMOSTAT ........................................................24
Changing Engine Oil....................................................8 RADIATOR ..............................................................24 BR
Changing Oil Filter.......................................................9 COOLANT CAPACITY ..............................................24
Service Data and Specifications (SDS).....................10
OIL PRESSURE CHECK ..........................................10 YD
ST
OIL PUMP INSPECTION ..........................................10
REGULATOR VALVE INSPECTION ..........................10 ENGINE LUBRICATION SYSTEM................................25
OIL CAPACITY ........................................................10 Precautions ................................................................25 RS
ENGINE COOLING SYSTEM........................................11 LIQUID GASKET APPLICATION PROCEDURE ..........25
Precautions ................................................................11 Preparation ................................................................25
SPECIAL SERVICE TOOLS ......................................25
BT
LIQUID GASKET APPLICATION PROCEDURE ..........11
Preparation ................................................................11 Lubrication Circuit ......................................................26
SPECIAL SERVICE TOOLS ......................................11 Oil Pressure Check....................................................27 HA
Cooling Circuit ...........................................................12 Oil Pump ....................................................................28
System Check............................................................12 REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION ...............................28
CHECKING COOLING SYSTEM HOSES ...................12 DISASSEMBLY AND ASSEMBLY..............................28 SC
CHECKING RADIATOR ............................................13 OIL PUMP INSPECTION ..........................................28
CHECKING RADIATOR CAP ....................................13 REGULATOR VALVE INSPECTION ..........................29
CHECKING COOLING SYSTEM FOR LEAKS ............13 Changing Engine Oil..................................................30 EL
Water Pump ...............................................................14 Oil Filter Bracket (Separated Type)...........................31
REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION ...............................14 REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION ...............................31
INSPECTION ...........................................................14 Oil Filter Bracket (Assembled Type)..........................31 IDX
Thermostat.................................................................15 REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION ...............................32
REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION ...............................15 Changing Oil Filter (Separated Type)........................32
INSPECTION ...........................................................16 REMOVAL ...............................................................32
Radiator .....................................................................16 INSTALLATION........................................................33
COMPONENTS .......................................................16 Changing Oil Filter (Assembled Type) ......................33
Cooling Fan ...............................................................17 REMOVAL ...............................................................33
CONTENTS (Cont’d)
INSTALLATION........................................................34 LIQUID GASKET APPLICATION PROCEDURE ..........52
Oil Cooler...................................................................34 Preparation ................................................................53
REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION ...............................35 SPECIAL SERVICE TOOLS ......................................53
Service Data and Specifications (SDS).....................35 Engine Oil Inspection.................................................53
OIL PRESSURE CHECK ..........................................35 OIL LEVEL AND MUDDINESS ..................................53
REGULATOR VALVE INSPECTION ..........................35 OIL LEAKAGE .........................................................53
OIL PUMP INSPECTION ..........................................35 Oil Pressure Check....................................................54
ENGINE OIL CAPACITY ...........................................35 Oil Pump ....................................................................55
ENGINE COOLING SYSTEM........................................36 REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION ...............................55
Precautions ................................................................36 Changing Engine Oil..................................................56
LIQUID GASKET APPLICATION PROCEDURE ..........36 Changing Oil Filter.....................................................57
Preparation ................................................................36 REMOVAL ...............................................................57
SPECIAL SERVICE TOOLS ......................................36 INSTALLATION........................................................57
Cooling Circuit ...........................................................37 Oil Cooler...................................................................58
System Check............................................................38 REMOVAL ...............................................................58
CHECKING COOLING SYSTEM HOSES ...................38 INSPECTION ...........................................................59
CHECKING RADIATOR ............................................38 INSTALLATION........................................................59
CHECKING RADIATOR CAP ....................................38 ENGINE COOLING SYSTEM........................................60
CHECKING COOLING SYSTEM FOR LEAKS ............39 Precautions ................................................................60
Water Pump ...............................................................39 REMOVAL OF LIQUID GASKET ...............................60
REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION ...............................39 LIQUID GASKET APPLICATION PROCEDURE ..........60
REMOVAL ...............................................................40 Preparation ................................................................61
INSPECTION ...........................................................40 SPECIAL SERVICE TOOLS ......................................61
INSTALLATION........................................................40 System Check............................................................61
Thermostat.................................................................41 CHECKING COOLING SYSTEM HOSES ...................61
REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION ...............................41 CHECKING RADIATOR ............................................61
INSPECTION ...........................................................42 CHECKING RADIATOR CAP ....................................62
Radiator .....................................................................42 CHECKING COOLING SYSTEM FOR LEAKS ............62
COMPONENTS .......................................................42 Water Pump ...............................................................63
REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION ...............................43 REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION ...............................63
Cooling Fan ...............................................................43 REMOVAL ...............................................................63
COMPONENTS (WITHOUT COMMON RAIL) .............43 INSPECTION AFTER REMOVAL ..............................64
COMPONENTS (WITH COMMON RAIL)....................44 INSTALLATION........................................................64
CONTROL SYSTEM ................................................44 INSPECTION AFTER INSTALLATION .......................64
Changing Engine Coolant..........................................44 Radiator .....................................................................65
- DRAINING ENGINE COOLANT - ............................44 COMPONENTS .......................................................65
- REFILLING ENGINE COOLANT - ...........................45 REMOVAL ...............................................................65
- FLUSHING COOLING SYSTEM -............................46 INSTALLATION........................................................66
Radiator (Aluminum type)..........................................47 Cooling Fan ...............................................................66
PREPARATION .......................................................47 COMPONENTS .......................................................66
DISASSEMBLY ........................................................47 DISASSEMBLY ........................................................67
ASSEMBLY .............................................................48 ASSEMBLY .............................................................67
INSPECTION ...........................................................49 Changing Engine Coolant..........................................67
Overheating Cause Analysis .....................................50 - DRAINING ENGINE COOLANT - ............................67
Service Data and Specifications (SDS).....................51 - REFILLING ENGINE COOLANT - ...........................68
THERMOSTAT ........................................................51 - FLUSHING COOLING SYSTEM -............................68
RADIATOR ..............................................................51 Radiator (Aluminum type)..........................................69
ENGINE COOLANT CAPACITY ................................51 PREPARATION .......................................................69
DISASSEMBLY ........................................................69
K9K ASSEMBLY .............................................................70
INSPECTION ...........................................................71
ENGINE LUBRICATION SYSTEM................................52 Overheating Cause Analysis .....................................72
Precautions ................................................................52
REMOVAL OF LIQUID GASKET ...............................52
LC-2
ENGINE LUBRICATION SYSTEM QG
Precautions
Precautions
LIQUID GASKET APPLICATION PROCEDURE
1. Use a scraper to remove all traces of old liquid gasket from
NJLC0001
GI
mating surfaces and grooves. Also, completely clean any oil
from these areas. MA
2. Apply a continuous bead of liquid gasket to mating surfaces.
(Use Genuine Liquid Gasket or equivalent.)
I For oil pan, be sure liquid gasket diameter is 3.5 to 4.5 mm EM
(0.138 to 0.177 in).
I For areas except oil pan, be sure liquid gasket diameter is 2.0
SEM164F
to 3.0 mm (0.079 to 0.118 in).
3. Apply liquid gasket around the inner side of bolt holes (unless
otherwise specified).
EC
4. Assembly should be done within 5 minutes after coating.
5. Wait at least 30 minutes before refilling engine oil and engine
coolant. FE
CL
AEM080
MT
Preparation
SPECIAL SERVICE TOOLS AT
NJLC0002
Tool number
Description AX
Tool name
BR
NT050
RS
NT559
BT
KV10115801 Removing oil filter
Oil filter wrench HA
SC
NT772
IDX
NT052
LC-3
ENGINE LUBRICATION SYSTEM QG
Lubrication Circuit
YLC020
YLC045
LC-4
ENGINE LUBRICATION SYSTEM QG
Oil Pressure Check
SEM853F
SU
BR
Oil Pump ST
REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION NJLC0005
I Make sure that O-ring is fitted properly.
1. Drain engine oil. RS
2. Remove drive belts.
3. Remove oil pan. Refer to EM-27, “OIL PAN AND OIL BT
STRAINER”.
4. Remove oil strainer.
5. Remove front cover. Refer to EM-52, “TIMING CHAIN”. HA
6. Install front cover.
7. Reinstall parts in reverse order of removal.
SC
EL
IDX
LC-5
ENGINE LUBRICATION SYSTEM QG
Oil Pump (Cont’d)
DISASSEMBLY AND ASSEMBLY NJLC0006
YLC022-A
I Install the inner rotor and outer rotor with the punched
marks on the oil pump cover side.
JLC307B
LC-6
ENGINE LUBRICATION SYSTEM QG
Oil Pump (Cont’d)
INSPECTION NJLC0007
Using a feeler gauge, check the following clearances.
Standard clearance: GI
Unit: mm (in)
FE
CL
SEM856F
MT
I If the tip clearance (2) exceeds the limit, replace rotor set.
I If body to rotor clearances (1, 3, 4, 5) exceed the limit, AT
replace front cover assembly.
AX
SU
BR
ST
RS
BT
HA
SEM857FA
SLC986AA
LC-7
ENGINE LUBRICATION SYSTEM QG
Oil Pump (Cont’d)
4. Check regulator valve to front cover clearance.
Clearance 6:
0.052 - 0.088 mm (0.0020 - 0.0035 in)
If it exceeds the limit, replace front cover assembly.
SLC101B
CAUTION:
I Be sure to clean drain plug and install with new washer.
Drain plug:
: 29 - 39 N·m (3.0 - 4.0 kg-m, 22 - 29 ft-lb)
I The refill capacity changes depending on the oil tempera-
ture and drain time, use these values as a reference and
be certain to check with the dipstick when changing the
oil.
LC-8
ENGINE LUBRICATION SYSTEM QG
Changing Engine Oil (Cont’d)
5. Check oil level.
6. Start engine and check area around drain plug and oil filter for
oil leakage. GI
7. Run engine for a few minutes, then turn it off. After several
minutes, check oil level.
MA
EM
YLC044
CL
ALC094
MT
1. Remove oil filter with Tool.
WARNING: AT
Be careful not to burn yourself, as the engine and the engine
oil are hot.
AX
SU
BR
SLC275B
RS
BT
HA
SMA010
3. Screw in the oil filter until a slight resistance is felt, then tighten SC
an additional 2/3 turn.
4. Add engine oil.
Refer to Changing Engine Oil. EL
I Clean excess oil from engine.
IDX
SMA229B
LC-9
ENGINE LUBRICATION SYSTEM QG
Service Data and Specifications (SDS)
Regulator valve to oil pump cover clearance 0.052 - 0.088 (0.0020 - 0.0035)
LC-10
ENGINE COOLING SYSTEM QG
Precautions
Precautions
LIQUID GASKET APPLICATION PROCEDURE
1. Use a scraper to remove all traces of old liquid gasket from
NJLC0014
GI
mating surfaces and grooves. Also, completely clean any oil
from these areas. MA
2. Apply a continuous bead of liquid gasket to mating surfaces.
(Use Genuine Liquid Gasket or equivalent.)
I For oil pan, be sure liquid gasket diameter is 3.5 to 4.5 mm EM
(0.138 to 0.177 in).
I For areas except oil pan, be sure liquid gasket diameter is 2.0
SEM164F
to 3.0 mm (0.079 to 0.118 in).
3. Apply liquid gasket around the inner side of bolt holes (unless
otherwise specified).
EC
4. Assembly should be done within 5 minutes after coating.
5. Wait at least 30 minutes before refilling engine oil and engine
coolant. FE
CL
AEM080
MT
Preparation
SPECIAL SERVICE TOOLS AT
NJLC0015
Tool number
Description AX
Tool name
RS
NT224
SC
EL
IDX
LC-11
ENGINE COOLING SYSTEM QG
Cooling Circuit
SLC317B
LC-12
ENGINE COOLING SYSTEM QG
System Check (Cont’d)
CHECKING RADIATOR NJLC0017S04
Check radiator for mud or clogging. If necessary, clean radiator as
follows. GI
I Be careful not to bend or damage the radiator fins.
I When radiator is cleaned without removal, remove all sur-
rounding parts such as cooling fan, rediator shroud and horns.
MA
Then tape the harness and connectors to prevent water from
entering. EM
1. Apply water by hose to the back side of the radiator core ver-
tically download.
2. Apply water again to all radiator core surfaces once per
minute.
3. Stop washing if any stains no longer flow out from the radia-
tor. EC
4. Blow air into the back side of radiator core vertically download.
I Use compressesd air lower than 490 kPa (4.9 bar, 5 kg/cm2, FE
71 psi) and keep distance more than 30 cm (11.8 in).
5. Blow air again into all the radiator core surfaces once per
minute until no water sprays out. CL
MT
CHECKING RADIATOR CAP NJLC0017S03
To check radiator cap, apply pressure to cap with a tester. AT
Radiator cap relief pressure:
Standard
AX
78 - 98 kPa
(0.78 - 0.98 bar, 0.8 - 1.0 kg/cm2, 11 - 14 psi)
Limit SU
59 - 98 kPa
(0.59 - 0.98 bar, 0.6 - 1.0 kg/cm2, 9 - 14 psi)
BR
SLC613-A
RS
BT
HA
SMA967B
SLC756AA
LC-13
ENGINE COOLING SYSTEM QG
Water Pump
Water Pump
REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION NJLC0018
SEM858FB
CAUTION:
I When removing water pump assembly, be careful not to
get coolant on drive belt.
I Water pump cannot be disassembled and should be
replaced as a unit.
I After installing water pump, and check for leaks using
radiator cap tester.
1. Drain engine coolant.
Refer to LC-17, “Changing Engine Coolant”.
2. Remove drive belts and idler pulley.
SEM859F 3. Loosen water pump pulley bolts.
4. Remove water pump pulley.
5. Remove front right wheel.
6. Remove front right undercover and front right fender protector.
7. Remove water pump bolts.
8. Remove water pump.
9. Reinstall parts in reverse order of removal.
INSPECTION NJLC0019
I Check body assembly and vane for rust or corrosion.
I Check for rough operation due to excessive end play.
SEM860F
LC-14
ENGINE COOLING SYSTEM QG
Thermostat
Thermostat
REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION NJLC0021
GI
MA
EM
EC
FE
CL
SEM861FB
MT
Be careful not to spill coolant over engine compartment. Use
a rag to absorb coolant. AT
1. Drain engine coolant.
Refer to LC-17, “Changing Engine Coolant”.
2. Remove water inlet, then take out thermostat. AX
SU
BR
3. Install gum ring to thermostat.
ST
RS
BT
HA
SEM862F
IDX
SEM863F
LC-15
ENGINE COOLING SYSTEM QG
Thermostat (Cont’d)
INSPECTION NJLC0022
1. Check for valve seating condition at normal room temperature.
It should seat tightly.
2. Check valve opening temperature and valve lift.
Valve opening temperature °C (°F) 82 (180)
Radiator
COMPONENTS NJLC0025
YLC016-A
LC-16
ENGINE COOLING SYSTEM QG
Cooling Fan
MA
EM
EC
FE
CL
MT
AT
AX
YLC023
SU
BR
BT
HA
LC-17
ENGINE COOLING SYSTEM QG
Changing Engine Coolant (Cont’d)
2. Remove lower radiator hose, and remove radiator filler cap to
drain coolant.
3. Remove reservoir tank, drain coolant, then clean reservoir
tank.
I Be careful not to allow coolant to contact drive belts.
4. Cover the exhaust tube heat shield to prevent from splashing
coolant.
SMA033D
SLC277B
SLC278B
LC-18
ENGINE COOLING SYSTEM QG
Changing Engine Coolant (Cont’d)
Refer to MA-25, “RECOMMENDED FLUIDS AND LUBRICANTS”.
Coolant capacity (With reservoir tank):
Unit: (Imp qt) GI
M/T 6.7 (5-7/8)
IDX
LC-19
ENGINE COOLING SYSTEM QG
Radiator (Aluminum type)
SLC882AH
SLC655C
DISASSEMBLY NJLC0081S02
1. Remove tank with Tool.
SLC903
I Grip the crimped edge and bend it upwards so that Tool slips
off.
Do not bend excessively.
SLC893
LC-20
ENGINE COOLING SYSTEM QG
Radiator (Aluminum type) (Cont’d)
I In areas where Tool cannot be used, use a screwdriver to bend
the edge up.
Be careful not to damage tank. GI
MA
EM
SLC930
FE
CL
SLC931
MT
ASSEMBLY NJLC0081S03
1. Install oil cooler. (A/T model only) AT
Pay attention to direction of conical washer.
AX
SU
BR
SLC894
RS
BT
HA
SLC932
IDX
SLC917A
LC-21
ENGINE COOLING SYSTEM QG
Radiator (Aluminum type) (Cont’d)
4. Caulk tank in specified sequence with Tool.
SLC904
SLC896
SLC897
SLC554A
INSPECTION NJLC0081S04
1. Apply pressure with Tool.
Specified pressure value:
157 kPa (1.57 bar, 1.6 kg/cm2, 23 psi)
WARNING:
To prevent the risk of the hose coming undone while under
pressure, securely fasten it down with a hose clamp.
Attach a hose to the oil cooler as well. (A/T model only)
SLC933
LC-22
ENGINE COOLING SYSTEM QG
Radiator (Aluminum type) (Cont’d)
2. Check for leakage.
GI
MA
EM
SLC934
Loose clamp ST
Cooling hose
Cracked hose
LC-23
ENGINE COOLING SYSTEM QG
Overheating Cause Analysis (Cont’d)
Blocked bumper —
Blocked condenser
—
Installed large fog lamp
RADIATOR NJLC0030
Unit: kPa (bar, kg/cm2, psi)
LC-24
ENGINE LUBRICATION SYSTEM YD
Precautions
Precautions
LIQUID GASKET APPLICATION PROCEDURE
1. Use a scraper to remove all traces of old liquid gasket from
NJLC0039
GI
mating surfaces and grooves. Also, completely clean any oil
from these areas. MA
2. Apply a continuous bead of liquid gasket to mating surfaces.
(Use Genuine Liquid Gasket or equivalent.)
I For oil pan, be sure liquid gasket diameter is 4.0 to 5.0 mm EM
(0.157 to 0.197 in).
I For areas except oil pan, be sure liquid gasket diameter is 2.0
SEM164F
to 3.0 mm (0.079 to 0.118 in).
3. Apply liquid gasket around the inner side of bolt holes (unless
otherwise specified).
EC
4. Assembly should be done within 5 minutes after coating.
5. Wait at least 30 minutes before refilling engine oil and engine
coolant. FE
CL
AEM080
MT
Preparation
SPECIAL SERVICE TOOLS AT
NJLC0040
Tool number
Description AX
Tool name
ST25051001
Oil pressure gauge
SU
BR
NT050
RS
NT559
BT
WS39930000 Pressing the tube of liquid gasket
Tube pressure HA
SC
NT052
EL
IDX
LC-25
ENGINE LUBRICATION SYSTEM YD
Lubrication Circuit
YLC024
LC-26
ENGINE LUBRICATION SYSTEM YD
Oil Pressure Check
SU
BR
SLC926-A
ST
RS
BT
HA
SC
EL
IDX
LC-27
ENGINE LUBRICATION SYSTEM YD
Oil Pump
Oil Pump
REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION =NJLC0043
I When installing oil pump, apply engine oil to rotors.
Refer to EM-27, “Primary Timing Chain” (Without common rail) or
EM-178, “PRIMARY TIMING CHAIN” (With common rail) for
removal.
Reinstall all parts in the reverse order of removal.
DISASSEMBLY AND ASSEMBLY NJLC0044
JLC285B
I If the tip clearance (2) exceeds the limit, replace rotor set.
I If body to rotor clearances (1, 3, 4, 5) exceed the limit,
replace oil pump body assembly.
JLC355B
LC-28
ENGINE LUBRICATION SYSTEM YD
Oil Pump (Cont’d)
GI
MA
EM
JLC356B
EC
FE
CL
JLC338B
MT
REGULATOR VALVE INSPECTION NJLC0046
1. Visually inspect components for wear and damage. AT
2. Check oil pressure regulator valve sliding surface and valve
spring.
3. Coat regulator valve with engine oil. Check that it falls
AX
smoothly into the valve hole by its own weight.
If damaged, replace regulator valve set or oil pump body. SU
BR
4. Check regulator valve to oil pump body clearance.
Clearance 6:
ST
6 : 0.040 - 0.097 mm (0.0016 - 0.0038 in)
If it exceeds the limit, replace oil pump body. RS
BT
HA
JLC358B
SC
EL
IDX
LC-29
ENGINE LUBRICATION SYSTEM YD
Changing Engine Oil
CAUTION:
I Be sure to clean drain plug and install with new washer.
Drain plug:
: 29 - 39 N·m (3.0 - 4.0 kg-m, 22 - 29 ft-lb)
I The refill capacity depends on the oil temperature and
drain time. Use these specifications for reference only.
Always use the dipstick to determine when the proper
amount of oil is in the engine.
5. Check oil level.
6. Start engine and check area around drain plug and oil filter for
oil leakage.
7. Run engine for a few minutes, then turn it off. After several
minutes, check oil level.
LC-30
ENGINE LUBRICATION SYSTEM YD
Oil Filter Bracket (Separated Type)
GI
MA
EM
EC
FE
CL
JLC301BA
BR
RS
BT
HA
SC
EL
IDX
YLC070
LC-31
ENGINE LUBRICATION SYSTEM YD
Oil Filter Bracket (Assembled Type) (Cont’d)
REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION NJLC0084S01
1. Remove the undercover.
2. Steer the front wheel to the right.
3. Remove the right splash cover.
4. Remove the oil filter bracket bolt.
5. Reinstall all removed parts in the reverse order of removal.
I Insert the top mounting bolt to the oil filter bracket beforehand,
and set the oil filter bracket to the installation location.
JLC289B
REMOVAL NJLC0076S01
1. Using a socket wrench [plane-to-plane width: 17 mm (0.67 in)],
loosen the filter body approximately four turns.
SLC428B
2. Drain the oil after matching the “DRAIN” arrow mark at the
bottom of the filter body to the protrusion on the oil filter
bracket.
I Catch the oil with a pan or cloth.
CAUTION:
I The drained oil flows over the right surface of the filter
body.
I Completely wipe clean any engine oil remaining on the
filter body or vehicle.
3. Remove the filter body, then remove the oil filter element.
JLC291B
LC-32
ENGINE LUBRICATION SYSTEM YD
Changing Oil Filter (Separated Type) (Cont’d)
4. Remove the O-ring from the filter body.
I Push the O-ring in one direction, lift the slack part using
fingers, and remove the O-ring from the filter body. GI
CAUTION:
Do not use wires or flat-bladed screwdrivers etc. as they may
cause damage to the filter body. MA
EM
JLC292B
INSTALLATION NJLC0076S02
1. Completely remove all foreign objects adhering to the inside of EC
the filter body or O-ring mounting area (body side and bracket
side).
2. Install the oil filter element and O-ring to the filter body. FE
I Push the oil filter element into the filter body completely.
3. Install the filter body to the oil filter bracket.
: 20 - 24 N·m (2.0 - 2.5 kg-m, 15 - 18 ft-lb) CL
4. After warming up the engine, check for engine oil leakage.
MT
Changing Oil Filter (Assembled Type) NJLC0085
AT
AX
SU
BR
ST
RS
BT
HA
MBIB1013E
REMOVAL NJLC0085S01
SC
1. Using a socket wrench [plane-to-plane width: 17 mm (0.67 in)],
loosen the oil filter approximately four turns.
EL
IDX
SLC428B
LC-33
ENGINE LUBRICATION SYSTEM YD
Changing Oil Filter (Assembled Type) (Cont’d)
2. Drain the oil after matching the “DRAIN” arrow mark at the
bottom of the oil filter to the protrusion on the oil filter bracket.
I Catch the oil with a pan or cloth.
CAUTION:
I The drained oil flows over the right surface of the oil fil-
ter.
I Completely wipe clean any engine oil remaining on the oil
filter or vehicle.
3. Remove the oil filter.
JLC291B
YLC063
INSTALLATION NJLC0085S02
1. Completely remove all foreign objects adhering to the inside of
the oil filter or O-ring mounting area (filter side and bracket
side).
2. Install O-ring to the oil filter.
3. Install the oil filter to the oil filter bracket.
: 20 - 24 N·m (2.0 - 2.5 kg-m, 15 - 18 ft-lb)
4. After warming up the engine, check for engine oil leakage.
YLC050-B
LC-34
ENGINE LUBRICATION SYSTEM YD
Oil Cooler (Cont’d)
REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION NJLC0077S01
1. Draining the coolant
Refer to LC-44, “Changing Engine Coolant”. GI
2. Remove the exhaust front tube.
MA
EM
CL
YLC027
MT
Service Data and Specifications (SDS)
OIL PRESSURE CHECK AT
NJLC0048
Regulator valve to oil pump cover clearance 0.040 - 0.097 (0.0016 - 0.0038) ST
OIL PUMP INSPECTION NJLC0050
Unit: mm (in) RS
Body to outer rotor radial clearance 0.114 - 0.260 (0.0045 - 0.0102)
LC-35
ENGINE COOLING SYSTEM YD
Precautions
Precautions
LIQUID GASKET APPLICATION PROCEDURE NJLC0051
1. Use a scraper to remove all traces of old liquid gasket from
mating surfaces and grooves. Also, completely clean any oil
from these areas.
2. Apply a continuous bead of liquid gasket to mating surfaces.
(Use Genuine Liquid Gasket.)
I For oil pan, be sure liquid gasket diameter is 4.0 to 5.0 mm
(0.157 to 0.197 in).
I For areas except oil pan, be sure liquid gasket diameter is 2.0
SEM164F
to 3.0 mm (0.079 to 0.118 in).
3. Apply liquid gasket around the inner side of bolt holes (unless
otherwise specified).
4. Assembly should be done within 5 minutes after coating.
5. Wait at least 30 minutes before refilling engine oil and engine
coolant.
AEM080
Preparation
SPECIAL SERVICE TOOLS NJLC0052
Tool number
Description
Tool name
NT564
NT224
NT225
LC-36
ENGINE COOLING SYSTEM YD
Cooling Circuit
GI
MA
EM
EC
FE
CL
MT
AT
AX
SU
BR
ST
RS
BT
HA
SC
EL
IDX
YLC068
LC-37
ENGINE COOLING SYSTEM YD
System Check
LC-38
ENGINE COOLING SYSTEM YD
System Check (Cont’d)
I Replace the radiator cap if abnormalities are found with the
negative pressure valve, or if the valve opening pressure is out
of the standard range. GI
MA
EM
AX
SU
BR
Water Pump ST
REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION NJLC0055
CAUTION:
I When removing water pump assembly, be careful not to RS
get coolant on drive belt.
I Water pump cannot be disassembled and should be
replaced as a unit. BT
I After installing water pump, connect hose and clamp
securely, then check for leaks using radiator cap tester.
HA
SC
EL
IDX
LC-39
ENGINE COOLING SYSTEM YD
Water Pump (Cont’d)
JLC294BA
REMOVAL NJLC0056
1. Remove the undercover, splash cover (right), and accessory
belt.
2. Drain engine coolant. Refer to LC-44, “Changing Engine Cool-
ant”.
3. Support the bottom of the oil pan with a floor jack etc., and
remove the right engine mount bracket (front side of the
engine).
4. Remove the water pump pulley.
I Loosen the pulley bolts after fixing the pulley using a screw-
driver etc.
5. Remove engine mount brackets.
6. Remove the water pump.
INSPECTION NJLC0057
I Check for rust and contamination adhering to the water pump
and vane.
I Turn the pump shaft by hand, and check that the pump turns
smoothly without looseness.
INSTALLATION NJLC0058
I Install the parts in the reverse order of removal.
I Install the water pump pulley with the front mark (painted white,
used to prevent errors during assembly) facing the front of the
engine. Refer to the figure above.
LC-40
ENGINE COOLING SYSTEM YD
Thermostat
Thermostat
REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION NJLC0059
GI
MA
EM
EC
FE
CL
MT
AT
AX
YLC069
SU
I Be careful not to spill coolant over engine compartment.
Use a rag to absorb coolant.
BR
1. Drain engine coolant. Refer to LC-44, “Changing Engine Cool-
ant”. ST
2. Remove exhaust manifold cover.
3. Remove water inlet. RS
4. Remove thermostat.
BT
HA
JLC300B
LC-41
ENGINE COOLING SYSTEM YD
Thermostat (Cont’d)
INSPECTION NJLC0060
1. Check valve seating condition at ordinary room temperatures.
It should seat tightly.
2. Check valve opening temperature and maximum valve lift.
Standard
SLC252B 3. Then check if valve closes at 5°C (9°F) below valve opening
temperature.
Radiator
COMPONENTS NJLC0083
SLC430B
LC-42
ENGINE COOLING SYSTEM YD
Radiator (Cont’d)
REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION =NJLC0063
1. Remove under cover.
2. Drain coolant by removing lower radiator hose. GI
3. Disconnect radiator upper and lower hoses.
4. Remove radiator shroud. MA
5. Disconnect reservoir tank hose.
6. Remove radiator mounting bracket.
7. Remove radiator. EM
8. After repairing or replacing radiator, install any part removed in
reverse order of removal.
When filling radiator with coolant, refer to LC-44, “Changing
Engine Coolant”.
EC
FE
CL
MT
Cooling Fan NJLC0064
COMPONENTS (WITHOUT COMMON RAIL) AT
NJLC0064S01
AX
SU
BR
ST
RS
BT
HA
SC
EL
JLC347B IDX
LC-43
ENGINE COOLING SYSTEM YD
Cooling Fan (Cont’d)
COMPONENTS (WITH COMMON RAIL) NJLC0064S03
YLC056
SMA033D
LC-44
ENGINE COOLING SYSTEM YD
Changing Engine Coolant (Cont’d)
5. Remove drain plug of cylinder block and air relief plug.
6. Check drained coolant for contaminants such as rust, corro-
sion or discoloration. If contaminated flush engine cooling GI
system, refer to LC-46, “FLUSHING COOLING SYSTEM”.
7. Blow the coolant around the exhaust tube heat shield.
NOTE:
MA
An asterisk (*1) in the figure means “Not installed on some
models”.
EM
JLC429B
EC
FE
CL
YLC026
MT
— REFILLING ENGINE COOLANT — NJLC0079S02
1. Install reservoir tank, radiator drain cock or lower radiator hose AT
and cylinder block drain plug.
I Apply sealant to the thread of cylinder block drain plugs.
: 8 - 11 N·m (0.8 - 1.2 kg-m, 70 - 104 in-lb)
AX
2. Fill radiator slowly with coolant until coolant spills from the air
relief plugs, then install air relief plugs. SU
I Location of air relief plugs
Water inlet and rear side intake manifold water tubes
3. Disconnect heater hose at engine, pour coolant into the hose BR
JLC298B so that it flows toward the heater core.
I While filling, if coolant from engine side spills out, be sure to
reconnect the heater hose. ST
I Fill coolant to the level of the radiator cap at a rate of 2 (1-3/4
Imp qt)/min or lower. RS
(Close the air relief plugs in order starting with the location from
where the coolant began spilling out.)
CAUTION: BT
If the filling rate is too fast, this could lead to air being mixed
in the coolant. Be sure to fill the coolant slowly according to
the rate indicated above. HA
I Replace the copper washer of the air bleeding plug.
Air relief plug:
: 6.7 - 7.9 N·m (0.68 - 0.81 kg-m, 59 - 70 in-lb)
SC
I Use genuine Nissan anti-freeze coolant or equivalent
mixed with water (distilled or demineralized). EL
IDX
LC-45
ENGINE COOLING SYSTEM YD
Changing Engine Coolant (Cont’d)
Refer to MA-25, “RECOMMENDED FLUIDS AND LUBRICANTS”.
Engine coolant capacity (With reservoir tank):
8.7 (7-5/8 Imp qt)
Reservoir tank capacity:
0.7 (5/8 Imp qt)
I Pour coolant through coolant filler neck slowly to allow air
in system to escape.
4. Fill radiator and reservoir tank to specified level.
5. Warm up engine to normal operating temperature without
radiator cap installed.
SMA182B
I If coolant overflows radiator filler hole, install radiator cap.
6. Run engine at 3,000 rpm for 10 seconds and return to idle
speed with radiator cap installed.
I Repeat two or three times.
Watch coolant temperature gauge so as not to overheat the
engine.
7. Stop engine and cool it down.
I Cool down using a fan to reduce the time.
I If necessary, refill radiator up to filler neck with coolant.
8. Refill reservoir tank to MAX level line with coolant.
SMA412B 9. Repeat steps 4 through 7 two or more times with radiator cap
installed until coolant level no longer drops.
10. Check cooling system for leaks with engine running.
11. Warm up engine, and check for sound of coolant flow while
running engine from idle up to 3,000 rpm with heater tempera-
ture controller set at several positions between COOL and
HOT.
I Sound may be noticeable at heater water cock.
12. If sound is heard, bleed air from cooling system by repeating
steps 4 through 7 until coolant level no longer drops
I Clean excess coolant from engine.
— FLUSHING COOLING SYSTEM — NJLC0079S03
1. Open air relief plug.
2. Fill radiator with water until water spills from the air relief hole,
then close air relief plug. Fill radiator and reservoir tank with
water and reinstall radiator cap.
3. Run engine and warm it up to normal operating temperature.
4. Rev engine two or three times under no-load.
5. Stop engine and wait until it cools down.
6. Drain water.
7. Repeat steps 1 through 6 until clear water begins to drain from
radiator.
LC-46
ENGINE COOLING SYSTEM YD
Radiator (Aluminum type)
MA
EM
EC
FE
CL
YLC057-A
MT
1. Attach the spacer to the tip of the radiator plate pliers A.
Spacer specification: 1.5 mm (0.059 in) thick x 18 mm (0.71 in) AT
wide x 8.5 mm (0.335 in) long.
2. Make sure that when radiator plate pliers A are closed dimen-
sion H′′ is approx. 7.6 mm (0.299 in). AX
3. Adjust dimension H′′ with the spacer, if necessary.
SU
BR
SLC655C
DISASSEMBLY
1. Remove tank with Tool.
NJLC0086S02 ST
RS
BT
HA
SLC903
I Grip the crimped edge and bend it upwards so that Tool slips SC
off.
Do not bend excessively.
EL
IDX
SLC893
LC-47
ENGINE COOLING SYSTEM YD
Radiator (Aluminum type) (Cont’d)
I In areas where Tool cannot be used, use a screwdriver to bend
the edge up.
Be careful not to damage tank.
SLC930
SLC931
ASSEMBLY NJLC0086S03
1. Clean contact portion of tank.
SLC932
SLC917A
SLC904
LC-48
ENGINE COOLING SYSTEM YD
Radiator (Aluminum type) (Cont’d)
GI
MA
EM
SLC896
FE
CL
SLC897
MT
4. Make sure that the rim is completely crimped down.
Standard height “H”: AT
8.0 - 8.4 mm (0.315 - 0.331 in)
5. Confirm that there is no leakage.
AX
Refer to Inspection.
SU
BR
SLC554A
INSPECTION
1. Apply pressure with Tool.
NJLC0086S04 ST
Specified pressure value:
157 kPa (1.57 bar, 1.6 kg/cm2, 23 psi) RS
WARNING:
To prevent the risk of the hose coming undone while under
pressure, securely fasten it down with a hose clamp. BT
HA
SLC933
EL
IDX
SLC934
LC-49
ENGINE COOLING SYSTEM YD
Overheating Cause Analysis
Dust contamination or
Poor heat transfer Damaged fins paper clogging —
Mechanical damage
Loose
Radiator cap
Poor sealing
Coolant leaks
O-ring for damage, dete-
rioration or improper fit-
Insufficient coolant ting
Radiator
Cracked radiator tank
LC-50
ENGINE COOLING SYSTEM YD
Overheating Cause Analysis (Cont’d)
AX
SU
BR
RADIATOR BT
NJLC0073
2
Unit: kPa (bar, kg/cm , psi)
LC-51
ENGINE LUBRICATION SYSTEM K9K
Precautions
Precautions
REMOVAL OF LIQUID GASKET NJLC0125
I After removing the mounting bolts and nuts, separate the mat-
ing surface using a seal cutter and remove the liquid gasket.
CAUTION:
Be careful not to damage the mating surfaces.
I In areas where the cutter is difficult to use, use a plastic ham-
mer to lightly tap the gasket applied area.
CAUTION:
PBIC0275E
If for some unavoidable reason a tool such as a flat-bladed
screwdriver is used, be careful not to damage the mating sur-
faces.
EMA0622D
I As for the bolt holes, normally apply the gasket inside the
holes. If specified, it should be applied outside the holes. Make
sure to read the instruction in this manual.
I Within five minutes of gasket application, install the mating
component.
I If the liquid gasket protrudes, wipe it off immediately.
I Do not retighten after the installation.
I After 30 minutes or more have passed from the installation, fill
the engine oil and coolant.
CAUTION:
SEM159F If there are instructions in this manual, observe them.
LC-52
ENGINE LUBRICATION SYSTEM K9K
Preparation
Preparation
SPECIAL SERVICE TOOLS NJLC0088
GI
Tool number
(RENAULT tool number) Description
Tool name MA
KV113C0010 Removing and installing oil filter
(Mot. 1329)
Oil filter wrench
EM
MBIB0369E
EC
KV113E0020 Measuring oil pressure
(Mot. 836-05) Use C, E, F.
Oil pressure gauge set
FE
CL
MBIB0663E
MT
WS39930000 Pressing the tube of liquid gasket
(—) AT
Tube pressure
AX
NT052
SU
BR
LC-53
ENGINE LUBRICATION SYSTEM K9K
Engine Oil Inspection (Cont’d)
I Oil cooler
I Crankshaft oil seals
LC-54
ENGINE LUBRICATION SYSTEM K9K
Oil Pump
Oil Pump
REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION =NJLC0091
GI
MA
EM
EC
FE
CL
MBIB0552E
MT
1. Oil pump drive chain 2. Crankshaft sprocket 3. Oil pump assembly
AT
Removal NJLC0091S01
1. Remove the following parts. AX
I Battery ground cable
I Undercover SU
I RH front wheel
2. Remove right side splash cover.
3. Remove drive belt. Refer to EM-242, “DRIVE BELTS”. BR
4. Remove oil pan. Refer to EM-253, “OIL PAN”.
5. Remove rear oil seal retainer. Refer to EM-253, “TIMING ST
BELT”.
6. Remove oil pump drive chain. Refer to EM-288, “Disassembly
of The Bottom Engine”. RS
7. Remove oil pump assembly.
Installation NJLC0091S02 BT
Install in the reverse order of removal paying attention to the
following.
HA
SC
EL
IDX
LC-55
ENGINE LUBRICATION SYSTEM K9K
Changing Engine Oil
LC-56
ENGINE LUBRICATION SYSTEM K9K
Changing Oil Filter
GI
MA
EM
EC
FE
CL
MBIB0550E
AT
AX
SU
BR
REMOVAL
1.
NJLC0097S01
Using an oil filter wrench (special service too), remove oil fil-
ST
ter.
CAUTION: RS
I Be careful not to get burned when the engine and engine
oil are hot.
I When removing, prepare a shop cloth to absorb any oil BT
leakage or spillage.
I Do not allow engine oil to adhere to the drive belts.
I Completely wipe off any oil that adhere to the engine and
HA
MBIB0551E the vehicle.
INSTALLATION NJLC0097S02
SC
1. Remove foreign materials adhering to the oil filter installation
surface.
2. Install oil filter bracket to oil cooler. EL
CAUTION:
Install oil filter bracket, positioning lug in the hole of oil cooler. IDX
3. Apply engine oil to the oil seal contact surface of the new oil
filter.
SMA010
LC-57
ENGINE LUBRICATION SYSTEM K9K
Changing Oil Filter (Cont’d)
4. Install the oil filter to oil filter bracket.
5. After warming up the engine, check for engine oil leakage.
6. Check oil level and add engine oil. Refer to LC-53, “OIL LEVEL
AND MUDDINESS”.
MBIB0553E
CAUTION:
I Be careful not to get burned when the engine and engine
oil are hot.
I When removing, prepare a shop cloth to absorb any oil
leakage or spillage.
I Completely wipe off any oil that abhere to the engine and
the vehicle.
REMOVAL NJLC0098S01
1. Drain engine coolant. Refer to LC-67, “Changing Engine Cool-
ant”.
LC-58
ENGINE LUBRICATION SYSTEM K9K
Oil Cooler (Cont’d)
CAUTION:
Perform when engine is cold.
2. Remove oil filter and oil filter bracket. Refer to LC-57, “Chang- GI
ing Oil Filter”.
3. Remove water hoses from oil cooler.
4. Remove oil cooler. MA
INSPECTION NJLC0098S02
Check oil cooler for cracks and clogging by blowing through cool- EM
ant inlet. If necessary, replace oil cooler assembly.
INSTALLATION NJLC0098S03
Installation is in reverse order of removal. EC
I Replace the O-ring (A) of the oil cooler, positioning the lip (B)
of the seal behind the lug (C) of the oil cooler.
FE
CL
MBIB0458E
MT
I Confirm that no foreign objects are adhering to the installation
planes of the oil cooler and block. AT
AX
SU
BR
ST
RS
BT
HA
SC
EL
IDX
LC-59
ENGINE COOLING SYSTEM K9K
Precautions
Precautions
REMOVAL OF LIQUID GASKET NJLC0122
I After removing the mounting bolts and nuts, separate the mat-
ing surface using a seal cutter and remove the liquid gasket.
CAUTION:
Be careful not to damage the mating surfaces.
I In areas where the cutter is difficult to use, use a plastic ham-
mer to lightly tap the gasket applied area.
CAUTION:
PBIC0275E
If for some unavoidable reason a tool such as a flat-bladed
screwdriver is used, be careful not to damage the mating sur-
faces.
EMA0622D
I As for the bolt holes, normally apply the gasket inside the
holes. If specified, it should be applied outside the holes. Make
sure to read the instruction in this manual.
I Within five minutes of gasket application, install the mating
component.
I If the liquid gasket protrudes, wipe it off immediately.
I Do not retighten after the installation.
I After 30 minutes or more have passed from the installation, fill
the engine oil and coolant.
CAUTION:
SEM159F If there are instructions in this manual, observe them.
LC-60
ENGINE COOLING SYSTEM K9K
Preparation
Preparation
SPECIAL SERVICE TOOLS NJLC0104
GI
Tool number
(RENAULT tool number) Description
Tool name MA
WS39930000 Pressing the tube of liquid gasket
(—)
Tube pressure
EM
S-NT052
EC
EG17650301 Adapting radiator cap tester to radiator filler neck
(—) a: 28 (1.10) dia.
Radiator cap tester b: 31.4 (1.236) dia.
FE
adapter c: 41.3 (1.626) dia.
Unit: mm (in)
CL
NT564
BR
LC-61
ENGINE COOLING SYSTEM K9K
System Check (Cont’d)
2. Apply water again to all radiator core surface once per minute.
3. Stop washing if any stains no longer flow out from the radia-
tor.
4. Blow air into the back side of radiator core vertically down-
wards.
I Use compressed air lower than 490 kPa (4.9 bar 5 kg/cm2, 71
psi) and keep distance more than 30 cm (11.8 in).
5. Blow air again into all the radiator core surface once per minute
until no water sprays out.
SMA967B
LC-62
ENGINE COOLING SYSTEM K9K
Water Pump
Water Pump
REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION NJLC0107
GI
MA
EM
EC
FE
CL
MBIB0540E
MT
1. Water pump 2. Gasket 3. Cylinder block
AT
WARNING:
Never remove the radiator cap when the engine is hot. Serious AX
burns could occur from high pressure coolant escaping from
the radiator.
REMOVAL SU
NJLC0108
1. Remove the following parts.
I Battery ground cable BR
I Undercover
I RH front wheel
2. Remove right side splash cover. ST
3. Remove drive belt. Refer to EM-242, “DRIVE BELTS”.
4. Drain engine coolant. Refer to LC-67, “Changing Engine Cool- RS
ant”.
CAUTION:
Perform when engine is cold. BT
5. Remove timing belt and inner cover. Refer to EM-261, “TIM-
ING BELT”.
6. Remove the water pump.
HA
I Coolant will leak from the cylinder block, so have a receptacle
ready below. SC
CAUTION:
I Handle the water pump vane so that it does not contact
any other parts. EL
I Water pump cannot be disassembled and should be
replaced as a unit.
IDX
LC-63
ENGINE COOLING SYSTEM K9K
Water Pump (Cont’d)
INSPECTION AFTER REMOVAL NJLC0109
I Visually make sure there is no significant dirt or rusting on the
water pump body and vane.
I Make sure there is no looseness in the vane shaft, and that it
turns smoothly when rotated by hand.
I If there are any unusualness, replace the water pump assem-
bly.
MBIB0546E
INSTALLATION NJLC0110
I Install in the reverse order of removal.
INSPECTION AFTER INSTALLATION NJLC0123
I Check for engine coolant leaks using radiator cap tester. Refer
to LC-62, “CHECKING COOLING SYSTEM FOR LEAKS”.
LC-64
ENGINE COOLING SYSTEM K9K
Radiator
Radiator
COMPONENTS =NJLC0113
GI
MA
EM
EC
FE
CL
MT
AT
AX
MBIB0535E
SU
1. Radiator upper mounting bracket 6. Radiator lower core support 12. Reservoir tank hose
(RH side) 7. Radiator 13. Bracket
2. Mounting rubber 8. Clamp 14. Reservoir tank hose BR
3. Radiator cap 9. Radiator hose (lower) 15. Reservoir tank
4. Radiator upper mounting bracket 10. Radiator hose (upper) 16. Reservoir tank cap
(LH side) 11. Radiator fan assembly ST
5. Mounting rubber
RS
WARNING:
Never remove the radiator cap when the engine is hot. Serious
burns could occur from high pressure coolant escaping from BT
the radiator. Wrap a thick cloth around the cap. Slowly turn it
a quarter turn to allow built-up pressure to escape. Carefully
remove the cap by turning it all the way. HA
REMOVAL NJLC0114
1. Remove engine room cover. Refer to EM-241, “ENGINE SC
ROOM COVER”.
2. Remove air cleaner case and air duct (inlet). Refer to EM-244,
“AIR CLEANER AND AIR DUCT”. EL
3. Remove reservoir tank hose bracket bolt from radiator upper
mounting bracket (RH side).
4. Remove radiator fan motor harnesses. IDX
5. Remove engine undercover.
6. Drain engine coolant. Refer to LC-67, “Changing Engine Cool-
ant”.
LC-65
ENGINE COOLING SYSTEM K9K
Radiator (Cont’d)
CAUTION:
Perform when engine is cold.
7. Disconnect radiator upper hose, reservoir tank hose and
mounting bracket.
8. Remove radiator and radiator fan assembly.
CAUTION:
Do not damage or scratch radiator core when removing.
INSTALLATION NJLC0124
I Reinstall any parts removed in reverse order of removal.
I Check for engine coolant leaks. Refer to LC-62, “CHECKING
COOLING SYSTEM FOR LEAKS”.
MBIB0536E
LC-66
ENGINE COOLING SYSTEM K9K
Cooling Fan (Cont’d)
DISASSEMBLY NJLC0115S03
1. Remove radiator fan and shroud assembly.
2. Remove radiator fan as shown. GI
MA
EM
MBIB0537E
EC
FE
CL
MBIB0538E
MT
3. Remove fan motor from fan shroud.
ASSEMBLY AT
NJLC0115S04
Install in the reverse order of removal.
AX
SU
BR
HA
LC-67
ENGINE COOLING SYSTEM K9K
Changing Engine Coolant (Cont’d)
— REFILLING ENGINE COOLANT — NJLC0116S02
1. Install reservoir tank, radiator lower hose and radiator upper
hose.
2. Fill radiator slowly with coolant until coolant spills from radia-
tor cap holes.
CAUTION:
If the filling rate is too fast, this could lead to air being mixed
in the coolant. Be sure to fill the coolant slowly according to
the rate indicated above.
I Use genuine Nissan anti-freeze coolant or equivalent
SMA182B mixed with water (distilled or demineralized).
Refer to MA-25, “RECOMMENDED FLUIDS AND LUBRI-
CANTS”.
Engine coolant capacity (With reservoir tank):
6.56 (5-3/4 Imp qt)
Reservoir tank:
: 0.9 (3/4 lmp qt)
I Pour coolant through coolant filler neck slowly of less
than 2 (1-3/4 lmp qt) a minute to allow air in system to
escape.
3. Fill reservoir tank to specified level.
SMA412B 4. Warm up engine to normal operating temperature without
radiator cap installed.
I If coolant overflows radiator filler hole, install filler cap.
5. Run engine at 3,000 rpm for 10 seconds and return to idle
speed with radiator cap installed.
I Repeat two or three times.
Watch coolant temperature gauge so as not to overheat the
engine.
6. Stop engine and cool down to less than approximately 50°C
(122°F).
I Cool down using a fan to reduce the time.
I If necessary, refill radiator up to filler neck with coolant.
7. Refill reservoir tank to MAX level line with coolant.
8. Repeat steps 5 through 7 two or more times with radiator cap
installed until coolant level no longer drops.
9. Check cooling system for leaks with engine running.
10. Warm up engine, and check for sound of coolant flow while
running engine from idle up to 3,000 rpm with heater tempera-
ture controller set at several position between COOL and
WARM.
I Sound may be noticeable at heater unit.
11. If sound is heard, bleed air from cooling system by repeating
steps 5 through 7 until coolant level no longer drops.
I Clean excess coolant from engine.
— FLUSHING COOLING SYSTEM — NJLC0116S03
1. Fill radiator with water until water spills from the air relief hole,
then close air relief plug. Fill radiator and reservoir tank with
water and reinstall radiator cap.
2. Run engine and warm it up to normal operating temperature.
3. Rev engine two or three times under no-load.
4. Stop engine and wait until it cools down.
5. Drain water.
6. Repeat steps 1 through 5 until clear water begins to drain from
radiator.
LC-68
ENGINE COOLING SYSTEM K9K
Radiator (Aluminum type)
MA
EM
EC
FE
CL
YLC057
MT
1. Attach the spacer to the tip of the radiator plate pliers A.
Spacer specification: 1.5 mm (0.059 in) thick x 18 mm (0.71 in) AT
wide x 8.5 mm (0.335 in) long.
2. Make sure that when radiator plate pliers A are closed dimen-
sion H′′ is approx. 7.6 mm (0.299 in). AX
3. Adjust dimension H′′ with the spacer, if necessary.
SU
BR
SLC655C
DISASSEMBLY
1. Remove tank with Tool.
NJLC0117S02 ST
RS
BT
HA
SLC903
I Grip the crimped edge and bend it upwards so that Tool slips SC
off.
Do not bend excessively.
EL
IDX
SLC893
LC-69
ENGINE COOLING SYSTEM K9K
Radiator (Aluminum type) (Cont’d)
I In areas where Tool cannot be used, use a screwdriver to bend
the edge up.
Be careful not to damage tank.
SLC930
SLC931
ASSEMBLY NJLC0117S03
1. Clean contact portion of tank.
SLC932
SLC917A
SLC904
LC-70
ENGINE COOLING SYSTEM K9K
Radiator (Aluminum type) (Cont’d)
GI
MA
EM
SLC896
FE
CL
SLC897
MT
4. Make sure that the rim is completely crimped down.
Standard height “H”: AT
8.0 - 8.4 mm (0.315 - 0.331 in)
5. Confirm that there is no leakage.
AX
Refer to Inspection.
SU
BR
SLC554A
INSPECTION
1. Apply pressure with Tool.
NJLC0117S04 ST
Specified pressure value:
157 kPa (1.57 bar, 1.6 kg/cm2, 23 psi) RS
WARNING:
To prevent the risk of the hose coming undone while under
pressure, securely fasten it down with a hose clamp. BT
HA
SLC933
EL
IDX
SLC934
LC-71
ENGINE COOLING SYSTEM K9K
Overheating Cause Analysis
Dust contamination or
Poor heat transfer Damaged fins paper clogging —
Mechanical damage
Loose
Radiator cap
Poor sealing
Coolant leaks
O-ring for damage, dete-
rioration or improper fit-
Insufficient coolant ting
Radiator
Cracked radiator tank
LC-72
ENGINE COOLING SYSTEM K9K
Overheating Cause Analysis (Cont’d)
AX
SU
BR
ST
RS
BT
HA
SC
EL
IDX
LC-73
NOTES