Nissan Tiida C11. Manual - part 1068

ENGINE MAINTENANCE (HR16DE)

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• Never drop or shock spark plug.
• Never use a wire brush for cleaning.
• If plug tip is covered with carbon, spark plug cleaner may be

used.

• Checking and adjusting plug gap is not required between

change intervals.

INSTALLATION

Installation is the reverse order of removal.

SPARK PLUG : Inspection

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INSPECTION AFTER REMOVAL

Use the standard type spark plug for normal condition.

CAUTION:

• Never drop or shock spark plug.
• Never use a wire brush for cleaning.
• If plug tip is covered with carbon, spark plug cleaner may be

used.

Cleaner air 
pressure:

Less than 588 kPa (6 kg/cm

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, 85 psi)

Cleaning time:

Less than 20 seconds

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Plug type

: Platinum tipped

Make

: NGK

Part number

: PLZKAR6AP-11

Gap (nominal)

: 1.1 mm (0.043 in)

Spark plug (Standard type):

: PLZKAR6AP-11

Cleaner air pressure:

Less than 588 kPa (6 kg/cm

2

, 85 psi)

Cleaning time:

Less than 20 seconds

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• Checking and adjusting plug gap is not required between

change intervals.

EVAP VAPOR LINES

EVAP VAPOR LINES : Inspection

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Refer to 

FL-10, "Removal and Installation"

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ENGINE MAINTENANCE (MR18DE)

DRIVE BELTS

DRIVE BELTS : Component

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DRIVE BELTS : Checking Drive Belts

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WARNING:

Be sure to perform this step when the engine is stopped.
• Make sure that the indicator (notch on fixed side) of drive belt auto-tensioner is within the possible use range

(A).
NOTE:
• Check the drive belt auto-tensioner indication when the engine is cold.
• When new drive belt is installed, the indicator (notch on fixed side) should be within the range (B).

• Visually check entire drive belt for wear, damage or cracks.
• If the indicator (notch on fixed side) is out of the possible use range or belt is damaged, replace drive belt.

DRIVE BELTS : Tension Adjustment

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Belt tension is not necessary, as it is automatically adjusted by drive belt auto-tensioner.

ENGINE COOLANT

ENGINE COOLANT : Inspection

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LEVEL CHECK

• Check if the reservoir tank engine coolant level is within the “MIN”

to “MAX” range when engine is cool.

• Adjust the engine coolant level as necessary.

CHECKING COOLING SYSTEM FOR LEAKS

1.

Generator

2.

Drive belt auto–tensioner

3.

Crankshaft pulley

4.

A/C compressor (models with A/C)
Idler pulley (models without A/C)

5.

Water pump

6.

Drive belt

A.

Possible use range

B.

Range when new drive belt is installed C.

Indicator

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To check for leaks, apply pressure to the cooling system using suit-
able tool.

WARNING:

Never remove the radiator cap when the engine is hot. Serious
burns could occur from high pressure coolant escaping from
the radiator.

CAUTION:

Higher pressure than specified may cause radiator damage.

ENGINE COOLANT : Changing Engine Coolant

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WARNING:

• To avoid being scalded, do not change engine coolant when engine is hot.
• Wrap a thick cloth around radiator cap and carefully remove the cap. First, turn the cap a quarter of a

turn to release built-up pressure. Then turn the cap all the way.

• Be careful not to allow engine coolant to contact drive belt. 

DRAINING ENGINE COOLANT

1.

Open radiator drain plug (1) at the bottom of radiator, and then
remove radiator cap. 
•

 Front

When drain all of engine coolant in the system, open water
drain plug on cylinder block. Refer to 

EM-211, "Compo-

nent"

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CAUTION:

• Perform this step when engine is cold. 
• Do not spill engine coolant on drive belt.

2.

Remove reservoir tank as necessary, and drain engine coolant and clean reservoir tank before installing.
Refer to 

CO-35, "Changing Engine Coolant"

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3.

Check drained engine coolant for contaminants such as rust, corrosion or discoloration.
 If contaminated, flush the engine cooling system. Refer to 

CO-35, "Changing Engine Coolant"

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REFILLING ENGINE COOLANT 

1.

Install reservoir tank if removed.

2.

Install radiator drain plug.
• If water drain plug on cylinder block is removed, install and tighten it. Refer to 

EM-211, "Compo-

nent"

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CAUTION:

Be sure to clean radiator drain plug and install with new O-ring. Refer to 

CO-40, "Component"

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3.

Make sure that each hose clamp has been firmly tightened.

4.

Remove air duct assembly. Refer to 

EM-154, "Component"

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5.

Disconnect heater hose (1) at position (

) as shown. 

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• Reposition heater hose as high as possible.

Testing pressure

: 157 kPa (1.6 kg/cm

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, 23 psi)

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