Nissan Altima L32. Manual - part 198

PREPARATION

CO-29

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Tool name

Description

Power tool

Loosening bolts and nuts

Radiator cap tester

Testing radiator cap

PBIC0190E

PBIC1982E

CO-30

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COOLING SYSTEM

FUNCTION DIAGNOSIS

COOLING SYSTEM

Cooling Circuit

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WBIA0558E

1.

Cylinder block (RH)

2. Oil cooler

3. Cylinder head (RH)

4.

Water pump

5. Radiator

6. Water inlet

7.

Thermostat

8. Cylinder head (LH)

9. Cylinder block (LH)

COOLING SYSTEM

CO-31

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Schematic

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WBIA0562E

CO-32

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OVERHEATING CAUSE ANALYSIS

OVERHEATING CAUSE ANALYSIS

Troubleshooting Chart

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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

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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

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High resistance to fan rota-
tion

Damaged fan blades

Damaged radiator shroud

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Radiator shroud

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Improper coolant mixture 
ratio

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Coolant viscosity

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Poor coolant quality

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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