Nissan Pathfinder (2009 year). Manual - part 299

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IGNITION SIGNAL

3.

Check resistance between ignition coil terminals as follows.

4.

If NG, Replace ignition coil with power transistor.
If OK, go to next step.

5.

Turn ignition switch OFF.

6.

Reconnect all harness connectors disconnected.

7.

Remove fuel pump fuse (No.48) in IPDM E/R to release fuel
pressure.
NOTE:
Do not use CONSULT-III to release fuel pressure, or fuel pres-
sure applies again during the following procedure.

8.

Start engine.

9.

After engine stalls, crank it two or three times to release all fuel
pressure.

10. Turn ignition switch OFF.
11. Remove ignition coil harness connectors to avoid the electrical

discharge from the ignition coils.

12. Remove ignition coil and spark plug of the cylinder to be

checked.

13. Crank engine for five seconds or more to remove combustion gas in the cylinder.
14. Connect spark plug and harness connector to ignition coil.
15. Fix ignition coil using a rope etc. with gap of 13 - 17 mm (0.52 -

0.66 in) between the edge of the spark plug and grounded metal
portion as shown in the figure.

16. Crank engine for about three seconds, and check whether spark

is generated between the spark plug and the grounded part.

CAUTION:

• Never place to the spark plug and the ignition coil within

50cm (19.7 in) each other. Be careful not to get an electri-
cal shock while checking, because the electrical dis-
charge voltage becomes 20 kV or more.

• It might cause to damage the ignition coil if the gap of more than 17 mm (0.66 in) is made.
NOTE:
When the gap is less than 13 mm (0.52 in), the spark might be generated even if the coil is mal-
functioning.

17. If NG, Replace ignition coil with power transistor.

CONDENSER-1

1.

Turn ignition switch OFF.

2.

Disconnect condenser-1 harness connector.

3.

Check resistance between condenser-1 terminals 1 and 2.

Terminal No. (Polarity)

Resistance 

Ω

 [at 25

°

C (77

°

F)]

1 and 2

Except 0 or 

∞

1 and 3

Except 0

2 and 3

Spark should be generated.

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Resistance

Above 1 M

Ω

 at 25

°

C (77

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ON BOARD REFUELING VAPOR RECOVERY (ORVR)

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ON BOARD REFUELING VAPOR RECOVERY (ORVR)

System Description

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From the beginning of refueling, the air and vapor inside the fuel tank go through refueling EVAP vapor cut
valve and EVAP/ORVR line to the EVAP canister. The vapor is absorbed by the EVAP canister and the air is
released to the atmosphere.
When the refueling has reached the full level of the fuel tank, the refueling EVAP vapor cut valve is closed and
refueling is stopped because of auto shut-off. The vapor which was absorbed by the EVAP canister is purged
during driving.

WARNING:

When conducting inspections below, Always observe the following:
• Put a “CAUTION: FLAMMABLE” sign in workshop.
• Never smoke while servicing fuel system. Keep open flames and sparks away from work area.
• Always furnish the workshop with a CO

2

 fire extinguisher.

CAUTION:

• Before removing fuel line parts, carry out the following procedures:
- Put drained fuel in an explosion-proof container and put lid on securely.
- Release fuel pressure from fuel line. Refer to 

EC-484, "Fuel Pressure Check"

.

- Disconnect battery negative cable.
• Always replace O-ring when the fuel gauge retainer is removed.
• Never kink or twist hose and tube when they are installed.
• Never tighten hose and clamps excessively to avoid damaging hoses.
• After installation, run engine and check for fuel leaks at connections.
• Never attempt to top off the fuel tank after the fuel pump nozzle shuts off automatically.

Continued refueling may cause fuel overflow, resulting in fuel spray and possibly a fire.

Diagnosis Procedure

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SYMPTOM: FUEL ODOR FROM EVAP CANISTER IS STRONG.

1.

CHECK EVAP CANISTER

1.

Remove EVAP canister with EVAP canister vent control valve and EVAP control system pressure sensor
attached.

2.

Weigh the EVAP canister with EVAP canister vent control valve and EVAP control system pressure sensor
attached.
The weight should be less than 2.0 kg (4.4 lb).

OK or NG

OK

>> GO TO 2.

NG

>> GO TO 3.

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ON BOARD REFUELING VAPOR RECOVERY (ORVR)

2.

CHECK IF EVAP CANISTER IS SATURATED WITH WATER

Does water drain from the EVAP canister?
Yes or No

Yes

>> GO TO 3.

No

>> GO TO 6.

3.

REPLACE EVAP CANISTER

Replace EVAP canister with a new one.

>> GO TO 4.

4.

CHECK DRAIN FILTER

Refer to 

EC-410, "Component Inspection"

.

OK or NG

OK

>> GO TO 5.

NG

>> Replace drain filter.

5.

DETECT MALFUNCTIONING PART

Check the EVAP hose between EVAP canister and vehicle frame for clogging or poor connection.

>> Repair or replace EVAP hose.

6.

CHECK REFUELING EVAP VAPOR CUT VALVE

Refer to 

EC-410, "Component Inspection"

.

OK or NG

OK

>> INSPECTION END

NG

>> Replace refueling EVAP vapor cut valve with fuel tank.

SYMPTOM: CANNOT REFUEL/FUEL ODOR FROM THE FUEL FILLER OPENING IS STRONG
WHILE REFUELING.

1.

CHECK EVAP CANISTER

1.

Remove EVAP canister with EVAP canister vent control valve and EVAP control system pressure sensor
attached.

2.

Weigh the EVAP canister with EVAP canister vent control valve and EVAP control system pressure sensor
attached.
The weight should be less than 2.0 kg (4.4 lb).

OK or NG

OK

>> GO TO 2.

NG

>> GO TO 3.

2.

CHECK IF EVAP CANISTER IS SATURATED WITH WATER

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Does water drain from the EVAP canister?

Yes or No

Yes

>> GO TO 3.

No

>> GO TO 6.

3.

REPLACE EVAP CANISTER

Replace EVAP canister with a new one.

>> GO TO 4.

4.

CHECK DRAIN FILTER

Refer to 

EC-410, "Component Inspection"

.

OK or NG

OK

>> GO TO 5.

NG

>> Replace drain filter.

5.

DETECT MALFUNCTIONING PART

Check the EVAP hose between EVAP canister and vehicle frame for clogging or poor connection.

>> Repair or replace EVAP hose.

6.

CHECK VENT HOSES AND VENT TUBES

Check hoses and tubes between EVAP canister and refueling control valve for clogging, kinks, looseness and
improper connection.

OK or NG

OK

>> GO TO 7.

NG

>> Repair or replace hoses and tubes.

7.

CHECK FILLER NECK TUBE

Check recirculation line for clogging, dents and cracks. 

OK or NG

OK

>> GO TO 8.

NG

>> Replace filler neck tube.

8.

CHECK REFUELING EVAP VAPOR CUT VALVE

Refer to 

EC-410, "Component Inspection"

.

OK or NG

OK

>> GO TO 9.

NG

>> Replace refueling EVAP vapor cut valve with fuel tank.

9.

CHECK FUEL FILLER TUBE

Check filler neck tube and hose connected to the fuel tank for clogging, dents and cracks.

OK or NG

OK

>> GO TO 10.

NG

>> Replace fuel filler tube.

10.

CHECK ONE-WAY FUEL VALVE-I

Check one-way valve for clogging.

OK or NG

OK

>> GO TO 11.

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ON BOARD REFUELING VAPOR RECOVERY (ORVR)

NG

>> Repair or replace one-way fuel valve with fuel tank.

11.

CHECK ONE-WAY FUEL VALVE-II

1.

Make sure that fuel is drained from the tank.

2.

Remove fuel filler tube and hose.

3.

Check one-way fuel valve for operation as follows.
When a stick is inserted, the valve should open, when removing
stick it should close.
Do not drop any material into the tank.

OK or NG

OK

>> INSPECTION END

NG

>> Replace fuel filler tube or replace one-way fuel valve

with fuel tank.

Component Inspection

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REFUELING EVAP VAPOR CUT VALVE

 With CONSULT-III

1.

Remove fuel tank. Refer to 

FL-6, "Removal and Installation"

.

2.

Drain fuel from the tank as follows:

a.

Remove fuel feed hose located on the fuel gauge retainer.

b.

Connect a spare fuel hose, one side to fuel gauge retainer where the hose was removed and the other
side to a fuel container.

c.

Drain fuel using “FUEL PUMP RELAY” in “ACTIVE TEST” mode with CONSULT-III.

3.

Check refueling EVAP vapor cut valve for being stuck to close as follows.
Blow air into the refueling EVAP vapor cut valve (from the end of EVAP/ORVR line hose), and check that
the air flows freely into the tank.

4.

Check refueling EVAP vapor cut valve for being stuck to open as follows.

a.

Connect vacuum pump to hose end.

b.

Remove fuel gauge retainer with fuel gauge unit.
Always replace O-ring with new one.

c.

Turn fuel tank upside down.

d.

Apply vacuum pressure to hose end [

−

13.3 kPa (

−

100 mmHg, 

−

3.94 inHg)] with fuel gauge retainer

remaining open and check that the pressure is applicable.

 Without CONSULT-III

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ON BOARD REFUELING VAPOR RECOVERY (ORVR)

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1.

Remove fuel tank. Refer to 

FL-6, "Removal and Installation"

.

2.

Drain fuel from the tank as follows:

a.

Remove fuel gauge retainer.

b.

Drain fuel from the tank using a handy pump into a fuel container.

3.

Check refueling EVAP vapor cut valve for being stuck to close as follows.
Blow air into the refueling EVAP vapor cut valve (from the end of EVAP/ORVR line hose), and check that
the air flows freely into the tank.

4.

Check refueling EVAP vapor cut valve for being stuck to open as follows.

a.

Connect vacuum pump to hose end.

b.

Remove fuel gauge retainer with fuel gauge unit.
Always replace O-ring with new one.

c.

Turn fuel tank upside down.

d.

Apply vacuum pressure to hose end [

−

13.3 kPa (

−

100 mmHg, 

−

3.94 inHg)] with fuel gauge retainer

remaining open and check that the pressure is applicable.

DRAIN FILTER

1.

Check visually for insect nests in the drain filter air inlet.

2.

Check visually for cracks or flaws in the appearance.

3.

Check visually for cracks or flaws in the hose.

4.

Blow air into port A and check that it flows freely out of port B.

5.

Block port B.

6.

Blow air into port A and check that there is no leakage.

7.

If NG, replace drain filter.

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POSITIVE CRANKCASE VENTILATION

POSITIVE CRANKCASE VENTILATION

Description

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SYSTEM DESCRIPTION

This system returns blow-by gas to the intake manifold.
The positive crankcase ventilation (PCV) valve is provided to conduct crankcase blow-by gas to the intake
manifold. During partial throttle operation of the engine, the intake manifold sucks the blow-by gas through the
PCV valve. Normally, the capacity of the valve is sufficient to handle any blow-by and a small amount of venti-
lating air. The ventilating air is then drawn from the air inlet tubes into the crankcase. In this process the air
passes through the hose connecting air inlet tubes to rocker cover. Under full-throttle condition, the manifold
vacuum is insufficient to draw the blow-by flow through the valve. The flow goes through the hose connection
in the reverse direction.
On vehicles with an excessively high blow-by, the valve does not
meetthe requirement. This is because some of the flow will go
through the hoseconnection to the air inlet tubes under all condi-
tions.

Component Inspection

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PCV (POSITIVE CRANKCASE VENTILATION) VALVE

With engine running at idle, remove PCV valve from rocker cover. A
properly working valve makes a hissing noise as air passes through
it. A strong vacuum should be felt immediately when a finger is
placed over valve inlet.

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POSITIVE CRANKCASE VENTILATION

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PCV VALVE VENTILATION HOSE

1.

Check hoses and hose connections for leaks.

2.

Disconnect all hoses and clean with compressed air. If any
hosecannot be freed of obstructions, replace.

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