Qashqai J11. Maintenance

CHASSIS MAINTENANCE

MA-115

< PERIODIC MAINTENANCE >

Unit: mm (in)

EXHAUST SYSTEM

EXHAUST SYSTEM : Inspection

INFOID:0000000010355390

Check exhaust pipes, muffler, and mounting for improper attach-
ment, leakage, cracks, damage or deterioration.
• If anything is found, repair or replace damaged parts.

CVT FLUID (RE0F10G)

CVT FLUID (RE0F10G) : Inspection

INFOID:0000000010508834

FLUID LEAKAGE

Vertical center line of headlamp H.

Horizontal center line of headlamp

Distance from headlamp center to screen

Aiming adjustment area
(Lateral)

Aiming adjustment area
(Vertical)

Distance from headlamp center to screen (L)

: 10 m (32.8 ft)

Aiming adjustment area

Vertical direction (Y)

(Lower side from headlamp center height)

Lateral direction (X)

(Right side from headlamp center line)

Highest light axis

100 (3.94)

0 - 100 (3.94)

Target light axis

100 (3.94)

Lowest light axis

130 (5.12)

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MA-116

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ENGINE MAINTENANCE (K9K)

ENGINE OIL : Draining

INFOID:0000000011497401

WARNING:

• Be careful not to burn yourself, as the engine oil is hot.
• Prolonged and repeated contact with used engine oil may cause skin cancer: try to avoid direct skin

contact with used oil. If skin contact is made, wash thoroughly with soap or hand cleaner as soon as
possible.

Put vehicle horizontally.

Warm up engine, and check for oil leakage from engine components.

Stop engine and wait for 10 minutes.

Loosen oil filler cap.

Remove drain plug and then drain engine oil.

ENGINE OIL : Refilling

INFOID:0000000011497402

Refill with new engine oil.
• Refer to

MA-64, "Fluids and Lubricants"

• The refill capacity depends on the oil temperature and drain time.

Use these specifications for reference only.
Always use the dipstick to the determine when the proper amount
of oil is in the engine.

CAUTION:

• Be sure to clean drain plug and install with new washer.
• The refill capacity depends on the oil temperature and drain time. Use these specifications for ref-

erence only.
Always use the dipstick to the determine when the proper amount of oil is in the engine.

Warm up engine and check area around drain plug and oil filter for oil leakage.

Stop engine and wait for 10 minutes.

Check oil level.

OIL FILTER

OIL FILTER : Replacement

INFOID:0000000011497404

Using an oil filter wrench [SST: KV113C0010 (Mot. 1329)],
remove oil filter.

CAUTION:

• Be careful not to get burned when the engine and engine

oil are hot.

• When removing, prepare a shop cloth to absorb any oil

leakage or spillage.

• Do not allow engine oil to adhere to the drive belts.
• Completely wipe off any oil that adhere to the engine and

the vehicle.

Remove foreign materials adhering to the oil filter installation
surface.

Install oil filter bracket to oil cooler.

CAUTION:

Install oil filter bracket, positioning lug in the hole of oil cooler.

Oil capacity (Approximate)

: Refer to

LU-57,

"Periodical Maintenance Specification"

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MBIB0551E

ENGINE MAINTENANCE (K9K)

MA-117

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Apply engine oil to the oil seal contact surface of the new oil fil-
ter.

Install the oil filter until it comes into contact with the oil seal on
the engine bracket.

Using an oil filter wrench [SST: KV113C0010 (Mot. 1329)],
tighten oil filter.

After warming up the engine, check for engine oil leakage.

Check oil level and add engine oil. Refer to

MA-115

OIL FILTER : Inspection

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INSPECTION AFTER INSTALLATION

Check the engine oil level. Refer to

MA-115, "ENGINE OIL : Inspection"

Start the engine, and check there is no leak of engine oil.

Stop the engine and wait for 10 minutes.

Check the engine oil level, and adjust the level. Refer to

MA-115, "ENGINE OIL : Inspection"

: 14 N·m (1.4 kg-m, 10 ft-lb)

SMA010

MA-118

< PERIODIC MAINTENANCE >

CHASSIS MAINTENANCE

Check that the selector lever is in the “P” position, then completely engage the parking brake.

Start the engine.

Adjust the CVT fluid temperature to be approximately 40

C (104

F).

NOTE:
The CVT fluid is largely affected by temperature. Therefore be sure to use CONSULT and check the
“FLUID TEMP” under “TRANSMISSION” in “Data Monitor” while adjusting.

While depressing the brake pedal, shift the selector lever to the entire position from “P” to “D”, and shift it
to the “P” position.
NOTE:
Hold the lever at each position for 5 seconds.

Lift up the vehicle.

Check that there is no CVT fluid leakage.

Remove the overflow plug

from converter housing.

Install the charging pipe set (KV311039S0) (A) into the overflow
plug hole.

CAUTION:

Tighten the charging pipe by hand.

Install the ATF changer hose (B) to the charging pipe.

CAUTION:

Press the ATF changer hose all the way onto the charging
pipe until it stops.

10. Fill approximately 0.5 liter (1/2 lmp qt) of the CVT fluid.

11. Remove the ATF changer hose from the charging pipe, and

check that the CVT fluid drains out from the charging pipe. If it
does not drain out, perform charging again.

CAUTION:

Perform this work with the vehicle idling.

12. When the flow of CVT fluid slows to a drip, remove the charging pipe from the converter housing.

13. Tighten the overflow plug to the specified torque. Refer to

TM-629, "Exploded View"

CAUTION:

Never reuse O-ring.

14. Lift down the vehicle.
15. Stop the engine.

CVT FLUID (RE0F10D)

CVT FLUID (RE0F10D) : Inspection

INFOID:0000000010735721

FLUID LEAKAGE

: Vehicle front

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ENGINE MAINTENANCE (R9M)

MA-119

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• When new drive belt is installed, the indicator (notch on fixed side) should be within the range (A) in the fig-

ure.

• 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.

CAUTION:

Drive belt auto-tensioner and idler pulley must be replaced with new ones when the drive belt is
replaced.

DRIVE BELT : Tension Adjustment

INFOID:0000000011497327

Refer to

EM-635, "Drive Belts"

DRIVE BELT : Removal and Installation

INFOID:0000000011497328

CAUTION:

• Replace the drive belt that has been removed with a new one.
• Drive belt auto-tensioner and idler pulley must be replaced with new ones when the drive belt is

replaced.

• Never run the engine without the drive belt to avoid damaging the crankshaft pulley.

REMOVAL

Remove front fender protector (RH). Refer to

EXT-32, "Exploded View"

Hold the hexagonal part of drive belt auto-tensioner pulley with a
hexagonal socket securely. Then move the wrench handle in the
direction of arrow (loosening direction of tensioner).

CAUTION:

Never place hand in a location where pinching may occur if
the holding tool accidentally comes off.

Insert a stopper pin (A) in diameter such as short-length screw-
driver into the hole of the retaining boss to fix drive belt auto-ten-
sioner pulley.
• Keep drive belt auto-tensioner pulley arm locked after drive

belt is removed.

NOTE:
Use approximately 3.0 mm (0.118 in) dia. hard metal pin as a
stopper pin.

Remove drive belt.

INSTALLATION

Install drive belt.

CAUTION:

• Check that drive belt is completely set to pulleys.
• Check for engine oil, working fluid and engine coolant are not adhered to drive belt and each

pulley groove.

Release drive belt auto-tensioner, and apply tension to drive belt.

Turn crankshaft pulley clockwise several times to equalize tension between each pulley.

Check that the indicator (notch on fixed side) of drive belt auto-tensioner is within the range when new
drive belt is installed. Refer to

MA-118, "DRIVE BELT : Checking"

ENGINE COOLANT

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MA-120

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ENGINE MAINTENANCE (R9M)

ENGINE COOLANT : Inspection

INFOID:0000000011497331

LEVEL

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

to “MAX” when the engine is cool.

• Adjust the engine coolant level as necessary.
• Check that the reservoir tank cap is tightened.

WARNING:

Never remove reservoir tank cap when engine is hot. Serious
burns could occur from high-pressure engine coolant escaping
from reservoir tank.

LEAKAGE

• To check for leakage, fit the adapter (B) to the reservoir tank, and

then connect it to the reservoir tank cap tester [SST: — (M.S.554-
07)] (A) as shown.

WARNING:

Never remove reservoir tank cap when engine is hot. Serious
burns could occur from high-pressure engine coolant escap-
ing from reservoir tank.

CAUTION:

Higher test pressure than specified may cause radiator dam-
age.

• If anything is found, repair or replace damaged parts.

ENGINE COOLANT : Draining

INFOID:0000000011497332

WARNING:

• Never remove radiator cap when engine is hot. Serious burns may occur from high-pressure engine

coolant escaping from radiator.

• Wrap a thick cloth around the radiator cap. Slowly turn it a quarter of a turn to release built-up pres-

sure. Then turn it all the way.

Remove engine under cover.

Remove reservoir tank cap.

Open radiator drain plug (1) of radiator.

CAUTION:

Perform this step when engine is cold.

Remove reservoir tank if necessary, and drain engine coolant
and clean reservoir tank before installing.

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

MA-122, "ENGINE COOLANT : Flush-

ing"

ENGINE COOLANT : Refilling

INFOID:0000000011497333

CAUTION:

• Never put additive such as waterleak preventive, since it may cause cooling waterway clogging.
• When refilling use Genuine NISSAN Long Life Antifreeze/Coolant (blue) or equivalent in its quality

mixed with water (distilled or demineralized). Refer to

MA-64, "Fluids and Lubricants"

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Testing pressure: Refer to

CO-137, "Radiator"

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ENGINE MAINTENANCE (R9M)

MA-121

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Install reservoir tank if removed and radiator drain plug (1).

CAUTION:

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

Check that each hose clamp has been firmly tightened.

Open radiator air relief plug (1).

Disconnect heater hose (1) at position (

) in the figure.

• Enhance heater hose as high as possible.

Open air relief plug (1).

Fill reservoir tank with engine coolant.

CAUTION:

Never adhere the engine coolant to electronic equipments (alternator etc.).
• Pour coolant slowly of less than 3 (2-5/8 Imp qt) per minute to allow air in system to escape.

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: Vehicle front

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MA-122

< PERIODIC MAINTENANCE >

ENGINE MAINTENANCE (R9M)

•

When engine coolant spill from radiator air relief plug with continuous flow, close air relief plug and con-
tinue filling reservoir tank.

When engine coolant spill from air relief plug with continuous flow, close air relief plug and continue filling
reservoir tank.

When engine coolant spill from heater hose with continuous
flow, connect heater hose and continue filling reservoir tank until
reach “MAX” level

10.

11. Install radiator cap.

12. Warm up engine at 3000 rpm until thermostat is opened.

• Check thermostat opening condition by touching radiator hose (lower) to see a flow of warm water.

CAUTION:

Watch water temperature gauge so as not to overheat engine.

13. Stop the engine and cool down to less than approximately 50

C (122

F).

• Cool down using fan to reduce the time.
• If necessary, refill radiator up to filler neck with engine coolant.

CAUTION:

Never adhere the engine coolant to electronic equipments (alternator etc.).

14. Refill reservoir tank to “MAX” level line with engine coolant.

15. Repeat steps 11 through 15 two or more times with radiator cap installed until engine coolant level no

longer drops.

16. Check cooling system for leakage with engine running.

17. Warm up the engine, and check for flowing noise while repeat at least three time slow acceleration from

idle up to 3,000 rpm.

18. If flowing noise is heard, bleed air from cooling system by repeating step 11 through 17 until flowing noise

is no longer heard.

ENGINE COOLANT : Flushing

INFOID:0000000011497335

Install reservoir tank if removed and radiator drain plug (1).

CAUTION:

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

Engine coolant capacity
(With reservoir tank at “MAX” level)

Refer to

CO-137, "Periodical Maintenance Specifica-

tion"

: MAX

: MIN

Reservoir tank engine coolant capacity
(At “MAX” level)

Refer to

CO-137, "Periodical Maintenance Specifica-

tion"

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ENGINE MAINTENANCE (R9M)

MA-123

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Open radiator air relief plug (1).

Disconnect heater hose (1) at position (

) in the figure.

• Enhance heater as high as possible.

Open air relief plug (1).

Fill reservoir tank with water.
• When engine coolant over flows opened radiator air relief plug, close air relief plug, and continue filling

the engine coolant.

• When engine coolant over flows opened water outlet air relief plug, close air relief plug, and continue fill-

ing the engine coolant.

• When engine coolant over flows disconnected heater hose, connect heater hose, and continue filling the

engine coolant.

Install radiator cap.

Run the engine and warm it up to normal operating temperature.

Rev the engine two or three times under no-load.

Stop the engine and wait until it cools down.

10. Drain water from the system. Refer to

MA-120, "ENGINE COOLANT : Draining"

11. Repeat steps 1 through 10 until clear water begins to drain from radiator.

RESERVOIR TANK CAP

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: Vehicle front

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MA-124

< PERIODIC MAINTENANCE >

ENGINE MAINTENANCE (R9M)

RESERVOIR TANK CAP : Inspection

INFOID:0000000011497337

• Fit the adapter to the reservoir tank cap tester [SST: — (M.S. 554-

07)] (A) as shown.

• When connecting the reservoir tank cap to the reservoir tank cap

tester, apply water or LLC to the reservoir tank cap seal part.

• Check reservoir tank cap relief pressure.

• Replace the reservoir tank cap if the engine coolant passes

through it, or if any fur signs is detected.

CAUTION:

When installing reservoir tank cap, thoroughly wipe out the res-
ervoir tank filler neck to remove any waxy residue or foreign
material.

RADIATOR

RADIATOR : Inspection

INFOID:0000000011497338

Check radiator for mud or clogging. If necessary, clean radiator as follows.

CAUTION:

• Never bend or damage the radiator fins.
• When radiator is cleaned without removal, remove all surrounding parts such as radiator fan, radia-

tor shroud and horns. Then tape the harness and connectors to prevent water from entering.

Apply water by hose to the back side of the radiator core vertically downwards.

Apply water again to all radiator core surface once per minute.

Stop washing if any stains no longer flow out from the radiator.

Blow air into the back side of radiator core vertically downwards.

• Use compressed air lower than 490 kPa (4.9 bar 5 kg/cm

, 71psi) and keep distance more than 30 cm (11.8

in).

Blow air again into all the radiator core surface once per minute until no water sprays out.

FUEL LINES

FUEL LINES : Inspection

INFOID:0000000010503182

Inspect fuel lines, fuel filler cap, and fuel tank for improper attach-
ment, leakage, cracks, damage, loose connections, chafing or dete-
rioration.

If necessary, repair or replace damaged parts.

FUEL FILTER

Standard: Refer to

CO-137, "Radiator"

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: Engine

: Fuel line

: Fuel tank

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ENGINE MAINTENANCE (R9M)

MA-125

< PERIODIC MAINTENANCE >

FUEL FILTER : Exploded View

INFOID:0000000011497342

Refer to

GI-4, "Components"

for symbol marks in the figure.

FUEL FILTER : Removal and Installation

INFOID:0000000011497343

REMOVAL

Disconnect quick connectors, and remove fuel hoses.

CAUTION:

Never splash fuel during removal. If fuel is splashed, immediately wipe it off.

Remove fuel protector.

Disconnect fuel filter connector.

Remove fuel filter.

INSTALLATION

Note the following, and install in the reverse order of removal.
• After installation, bleed air from fuel line. Refer to

MA-126, "FUEL FILTER : Air Bleeding"

CAUTION:

Never bend or twist the fuel tube during installation and removal.

Fuel filter protector

Fuel filter

Fuel filter bracket

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MA-126

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ENGINE MAINTENANCE (R9M)

FUEL FILTER : Water Draining

INFOID:0000000011497344

Connect drain hose (suitable hose) to the end of drain plug (A).

Prepare a tray at the drain plug open end.

Loosen drain plug, and operate priming bulb to drain water from
fuel filter.

CAUTION:

• Water in filter is drained with fuel. Prepare larger capacity

pan than fuel filter volume.

• Drained water is mixed with fuel. Prevent fuel from adher-

ing to rubber parts such as engine mounting insulator.

After draining, close drain plug by hand.

CAUTION:

If drain plug is tightened excessively, it may be damaged
and fuel will leak. Never use tools to tighten drain plug.

Bleed air in fuel piping. Refer to

MA-126, "FUEL FILTER : Air Bleeding"

Start engine and check there is no fuel leakage.

FUEL FILTER : Air Bleeding

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Degassing from the diesel circuit is automatic.

FUEL FILTER : Fuel Filter Sensor (With Fuel Filter Warning)

INFOID:0000000011497346

• Drain water from fuel filter, when the fuel filter warning lamp turns

ON. Refer to

MA-126, "FUEL FILTER : Water Draining"

FUEL FILTER : Inspection

INFOID:0000000011497347

INSPECTION AFTER INSTALLATION

Check that there is no fuel leakage at connections in the following steps.
• Start engine and rev it up and check that there is no fuel leakage at connections.

AIR CLEANER FILTER

AIR CLEANER FILTER : Removal and Installation

INFOID:0000000011497352

REMOVAL

Remove air duct 2 (1).

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ENGINE MAINTENANCE (R9M)

MA-127

< PERIODIC MAINTENANCE >

• To remove air duct 2 (1), pinch pawl (A) to unlock, move pawl

(B) frontward and remove air duct 2 upward.

Unhook air cleaner body clips (1)

Separate air cleaner cover (1) from air cleaner body and remove
air cleaner filter (2).

INSTALLATION

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MA-128

< PERIODIC MAINTENANCE >

ENGINE MAINTENANCE (R9M)

Install in the reverse order of removal.

ENGINE OIL

ENGINE OIL : Inspection

INFOID:0000000011497357

ENGINE OIL LEVEL

NOTE:
Before starting engine, put vehicle horizontally and check that the engine oil level. If engine is already started,
stop it and allow 10 minutes before checking.

Pull out oil level gauge and wipe it clean.

Insert oil level gauge and check that the engine oil level is within
the range (A) shown in the figure.

If it is out of range, adjust it.

When replacing engine oil this procedure must be performed.
Refer to

EC9-138, "Special Repair Requirement List"

ENGINE OIL APPEARANCE

• Check that engine oil for white turbidity or heavy contamination.
• If engine oil becomes turbid and white, it is highly probable that it is contaminated with engine coolant.

Repair or replace damaged parts.

ENGINE OIL LEAKAGE

Check for engine oil leakage around the following area.
• Oil pan (upper and lower)
• Oil pan drain plug
• Oil pressure switch
• Oil level sensor
• Oil filter body
• Oil cooler
• Fuel pump
• Vacuum pump
• Turbocharger
• Crankshaft position sensor
• Camshaft position sensor
• Front cover
• Mating surface between cylinder head and cylinder head housing
• Mating surface between cylinder block and cylinder head
• Mating surface between cylinder head housing and oil separator
• Front oil seal
• Rear oil seal retainer

OIL PRESSURE CHECK

WARNING:

• Be careful not to get burned, as engine oil may be hot.
• When checking engine oil pressure, shift position should be “Neutral”, and apply parking brake

securely.

Check engine oil level.

Disconnect harness connector at oil pressure switch, and remove oil pressure switch using a deep socket.

CAUTION:

Handle oil pressure switch carefully and avoid impacts.

Install oil pressure gauge set [SST:KV113E0020 (Mot.836-05)].

Start engine and warm it up to normal operating temperature.

Check oil pressure with engine running under no-load.

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ENGINE MAINTENANCE (R9M)

MA-129

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NOTE:
When engine oil temperature is low, engine oil pressure becomes high.

If difference is extreme, check oil passage and oil pump for oil leakage.

After the inspections, install oil pressure switch with the following procedure:

Tighten oil pressure switch to specification.

Check engine oil level.

After warming up engine, check that there is no leakage of engine oil with running engine.

ENGINE OIL : Draining

INFOID:0000000011497358

WARNING:

• Be careful not to get burned, as engine oil may be hot.
• Prolonged and repeated contact with used engine oil may cause skin cancer. Try to avoid direct skin

contact with used engine oil. If skin contact is made, wash thoroughly with soap or hand cleaner as
soon as possible.

Warm up the engine, and check for engine oil leakage from engine components. Refer to

MA-128,

"ENGINE OIL : Inspection"

Stop the engine and wait for 10 minutes.

Remove engine undercover.

Loosen oil level gauge.

Remove oil pan drain plug (1) using a square driver [8 mm
(0.315 in)]. Drain engine oil.

ENGINE OIL : Refilling

INFOID:0000000011497359

Install drain plug with new washer.

CAUTION:

Be sure to clean drain plug and install with new washer.

Refill with new engine oil.
Engine oil specification and viscosity: Refer to

MA-64, "Fluids and Lubricants"

CAUTION:

• The refill capacity depends on the engine oil temperature and drain time. Use these specifica-

tions for reference only.

• Always use oil level gauge to determine the proper amount of engine oil in the engine.

Warm up engine and check area around drain plug and oil filter body for engine oil leakage.

Stop engine and wait for 10 minutes.

Check the engine oil level. Refer to

MA-128, "ENGINE OIL : Inspection"

Engine oil pressure

: Refer to

LU-71, "Engine Oil Pressure"

Tightening torque

: Refer to

LU-67, "Exploded View"

: Vehicle front

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Tightening torque

: 50 N·m (5.1 Kg-m, 37 ft-lb)

Engine oil capacity

: Refer to

LU-71, "Periodical Maintenance Specification"

Qashqai J11. Maintenance - part 8