Nissan Maxima 2000 User Manual

MAINTENANCE

CONTENTS

PRECAUTIONS ...............................................................3

Precautions for Supplemental Restraint System (SRS) ″AIR BAG″ and ″SEAT BELT

PRE-TENSIONER″......................................................3

PREPARATION ...............................................................4

Special Service Tool....................................................4

PRE-DELIVERY INSPECTION ITEMS............................5

GENERAL MAINTENANCE............................................6

PERIODIC MAINTENANCE (FOR EUROPE).................7

Maintenance Schedule for Petrol Engines

(Annual Mileage < 30,000 km/year)............................7

VQ ENGINE CHASSIS AND BODY MAINTENANCE

Maintenance Under Severe Driving Conditions

(Annual Driving Distance < 30,000 km/year)..............9

Maintenance Schedule for Petrol Engines

(Annual Mileage > 30,000 km/year)..........................10

VQ ENGINE CHASSIS AND BODY MAINTENANCE

Maintenance Under Severe Driving Conditions

(Annual Driving Distance > 30,000 km)....................12

RECOMMENDED FLUIDS AND LUBRICANTS...........13

Fluids and Lubricants ................................................13

SAE Viscosity Number ..............................................14

Engine Coolant Mixture Ratio....................................14

ENGINE MAINTENANCE..............................................15

Checking Drive Belts.................................................15

Changing Engine Coolant..........................................16

- DRAINING ENGINE COOLANT -

- REFILLING ENGINE COOLANT -

- FLUSHING COOLING SYSTEM -

Checking Cooling System .........................................19

CHECKING HOSES CHECKING RADIATOR CHECKING RADIATOR CAP CHECKING COOLING SYSTEM FOR LEAKS

Checking Fuel Lines..................................................20

Changing Air Cleaner Filter .......................................20

VISCOUS PAPER TYPE

Changing Engine Oil..................................................21

..............................................................7

........................8

............................................................10

......................11

............................16

...........................17

............................18

.................................................19

............................................19

....................................19

............20

...........................................20

SECTION

Changing Oil Filter.....................................................21

Changing Spark Plugs (Platinum-tipped Type).........22

Checking Positive Crankcase Ventilation (PCV)

System.......................................................................23

CHECKING PCV VALVE CHECKING VENTILATION HOSES

Checking Vacuum Hose and Connections................23

Checking EVAP Vapor Lines.....................................24

Checking Heated Oxygen Sensor (HO2S)................24

CHECKING PROCEDURE

CHASSIS AND BODY MAINTENANCE.......................25

Checking Exhaust System.........................................25

Checking Clutch Fluid Level and Leaks....................25

Checking Clutch System ...........................................25

Checking M/T Oil.......................................................25

Changing M/T Oil.......................................................26

Checking A/T Fluid ....................................................26

Changing A/T Fluid....................................................27

Balancing Wheels (Bonding Weight Type)................27

REMOVAL WHEEL BALANCE ADJUSTMENT

Tire Rotation..............................................................29

Checking Brake Fluid Level and Leaks.....................29

Checking Brake Lines and Cables............................29

Changing Brake Fluid................................................29

Checking Brake Booster, Vacuum Hoses,

Connections and Check Valve ..................................30

Checking Disc Brake.................................................30

ROTOR CALIPER PAD

Checking Steering Gear and Linkage.......................31

STEERING GEAR STEERING LINKAGE

Checking Power Steering Fluid and Lines................31

Lubricating Locks, Hinges and Hood Latches...........31

Checking Seat Belts, Buckles, Retractors,

Anchors and Adjusters...............................................32

Checking Body Corrosion..........................................32

...............................................................27

...................................................................30

.................................................................30

........................................................................30

...........................................23

...........................23

........................................24

............................27

....................................................31

...............................................31

CONTENTS (Cont’d)

SERVICE DATA AND SPECIFICATIONS (SDS).........33

Engine Maintenance..................................................33

BELT DEFLECTION AND TENSION

..........................33

SPARK PLUG (PLATINUM-TIPPED TYPE)

Chassis and Body Maintenance................................33

WHEEL BALANCE

...................................................33

................33

MA-2

PRECAUTIONS

Precautions for Supplemental Restraint System (SRS) “AIR BAG” and “SEAT BELT PRE-TENSIONER”

The Supplemental Restraint System such as “AIR BAG” and “SEAT BELTPRE-TENSIONER” used along with a seat belt, helps to reduce the risk or severity of injury to the driver and front passenger for certain types of collision. The SRS system composition which is available to NISSAN MODEL A33 is as follows (The composition varies according to the destination and optional equipment.):

+ For a frontal collision

The Supplemental Restraint System consists of driver air bag module (located in the center of the steering wheel), front passenger air bag module (located on the instrument panel on passenger side), seat belt pre-tensioners, a diagnosis sensor unit, warning lamp, wiring harness and spiral cable.

+ For a side collision

The Supplemental Restraint System consists of front side air bag module (located in the outer side of front seat), satellite sensor, diagnosis sensor unit (one of components of air bags for a frontal collision), wiring harness, warning lamp (one of components of air bags for a frontal collision).

Information necessary to service the system safely is included in the RS section of this Service Manual.

WARNING:

+ To avoid rendering the SRS inoperative, which could increase the risk of personal injury or death

in the event of a collision which would result in air bag inflation, all maintenance should be performed by an authorized NISSAN dealer.

+ Improper maintenance, including incorrect removal and installation of the SRS, can lead to per-

sonal injury caused by unintentional activation of the system. For removal of Spiral Cable and Air Bag Module, see the RS section.

+ Do not use electrical test equipment on any circuit related to the SRS unless instructed to in this

Service Manual. Spiral cable and wiring harnesses covered with yellow insulation tape either just before the harness connectors or for the complete harness are related to the SRS.

NFMA0001

MA-3

Special Service Tool

PREPARATION

Tool number Tool name

KV10115801 KV10115800 (Kent-Moore Europe make) Oil filter wrench

Description

NT362

Special Service Tool

Removing oil filter

NFMA0002

MA-4

NFMA0036

PRE-DELIVERY INSPECTION ITEMS

Shown below are Pre-delivery Inspection Items required for the new vehicle. It is recommended that necessary items other than those listed here be added, paying due regard to the conditions in each country.

Perform applicable items on each model. Consult text of this section for specifications.

UNDER HOOD — engine off

Radiator coolant level and coolant hose connections for leaks Battery fluid level, specific gravity and conditions of battery terminals Drive belts tension Fuel filter for water or dusts, and fuel lines and connections for leaks Engine oil level and oil leaks Clutch and brake reservoir fluid level and fluid lines for leaks Windshield and rear window washer and headlamp cleaner reservoir fluid level Power steering reservoir fluid level and hose connections for leaks

ON INSIDE AND OUTSIDE

Remove front spring/strut spacer (If applicable) Operation of all instruments, gauges, lights and accessories Operation of horn(s), wiper and washer Steering lock for operation Check air conditioner for gas leaks Front and rear seats, and seat belts for operation All moldings, trims and fittings for fit and alignment All windows for operation and alignment Hood, trunk lid, door panels for fit and alignment Latches, keys and locks for operation Weatherstrips for adhesion and fit Headlamp aiming Tighten wheel nuts (Inc. inner nuts if applicable) Tire pressure (Inc. spare tire) Check front wheels for toe-in Install clock/voltmeter/room lamp fuse (If applicable) Install deodorizing filter to air conditioner (If applicable) Remove wiper blade protectors (If applicable)

UNDER BODY

Manual transmission/transaxle, transfer and differential gear oil level Brake and fuel lines and oil/fluid reservoirs for leaks Tighten bolts and nuts of steering linkage and gear box, suspension, propeller shafts and drive shafts Tighten rear body bolts and nuts (Models with wooden bed only)

ROAD TEST

Clutch operation Parking brake operation Service brake operation Automatic transmission/transaxle shift timing and kickdown Steering control and returnability Engine performance Squeaks and rattles

ENGINE OPERATING AND HOT

Adjust idle speed Automatic transmission/transaxle fluid level Engine idling and stop knob operation (Diesel only)

FINAL INSPECTION

Install necessary parts (outside mirror, wheel covers, seat belts, mat, carpet or mud flaps) Inspect for interior and exterior metal and paint damage Check for spare tire, jack, tools (wheel chock), and literature Wash, clean interior and exterior

: Not applicable to this model

MA-5

NFMA0004

GENERAL MAINTENANCE

General maintenance includes those items which should be checked during the normal day-to-day operation of the vehicle. They are essential if the vehicle is to continue operating properly. The owners can perform the checks and inspections themselves or they can have their NISSAN dealers do them for a nominal charge.

OUTSIDE THE VEHICLE

The maintenance items listed here should be performed from time to time, unless otherwise specified.

Item Reference page

Tires Check the pressure with a gauge periodically when at a service station,

including the spare, and adjust to the specified pressure if necessary. Check carefully for damage, cuts or excessive wear.

—

Windshield wiper blades

Doors and engine hood

Tire rotation Tires should be rotated every 10,000 km (6,000 miles). MA-29

Check for cracks or wear if they do not wipe properly. —

Check that all doors, the engine hood, the trunk lid and back door operate properly.Also ensure that all latches lock securely. Lubricate if necessary. Make sure that the secondary latch keeps the hood from opening when the primary latch is released. When driving in areas using road salt or other corrosive materials, check for lubrication frequently.

MA-31

INSIDE THE VEHICLE

The maintenance items listed here should be checked on a regular basis, such as when performing periodic maintenance, cleaning the vehicle, etc.

Item Reference page

Lamps Make sure that the headlamps, stop lamps, tail lamps, turn signal lamps,

and other lamps are all operating properly and installed securely. Also check headlamp aim.

Warning lamps and chimes

Steering wheel Check for change in the steering conditions, such as excessive free play,

Make sure that all warning lamps and chimes are operating properly. —

hard steering or strange noises.

Free play: Less than 35 mm (1.38 in)

—

Seat belts Check that all parts of the seat belt system (e.g. buckles, anchors, adjusters

and retractors) operate properly and smoothly, and are installed securely. Check the belt webbing for cuts, fraying, wear or damage.

MA-32

UNDER THE HOOD AND VEHICLE

The maintenance items listed here should be checked periodically e.g. each time you check the engine oil or refuel.

Item Reference page

Windshield washer fluid

Engine coolant level Check the coolant level when the engine is cold. MA-17 Engine oil level Check the level after parking the vehicle on a level spot and turning off the

Brake and clutch fluid levels

Battery Check the fluid level in each cell. It should be between the “MAX” and “MIN”

Check that there is adequate fluid in the tank. —

engine. Make sure that the brake and clutch fluid levels are between the “MAX” and

“MIN” lines on the reservoir.

lines.

MA-21

MA-25, 29

—

MA-6

NFMA0043

PERIODICMAINTENANCE(FOREUROPE)

Maintenance Schedule for Petrol Engines (Annual Mileage < 30,000 km/year)

Thefollowingtablesshowthenormalmaintenanceschedule.Dependinguponweatherandatmospheric conditions,varyingroadsurfaces,individualdrivinghabitsandvehicleusage,additionalormorefrequent maintenancemayberequired.

Periodicmaintenancebeyondthelastperiodshownonthetablesrequiressimilarmaintenance.

MaintenanceScheduleforPetrolEngines (AnnualMileage<30,000km/year)

VQENGINE

Abbreviations:R=Replace, I=Inspect:Correctorreplaceifnecessary, E=Checkandcorrecttheenginecoolantmixtureratio,

[ ]=Atthespecifiedmileageonly

NFMA0043S01

NFMA0043S0101

MAINTENANCEOPERATION MAINTENANCEINTERVAL Performonakilometerbasis,buton

anannualbasiswhendrivinglessthan 15,000km(9,000miles)peryear

Engineoil(Userecommendedoil)★ RRRRRRRRMA-21 Engineoilfilter(UseNISSANgenuine

partorequivalent)★ Drivebelts IIIIIIIIMA-15 Coolingsystem IIIIIIIIMA-19 Engineanti-freezecoolant(Usegenu-

ineNISSANAnti-FreezeCoolant(L2N) orequivalent)

Aircleanerfilter★ R R MA-20 Intakeandexhaustvalveclearance SeeNOTE(2)

FuelandEVAPvapourlines IIII

Sparkplugs Platinum-tippedtype [R] MA-22 Fuelfilter SeeNOTE(3)

kmx1,000 (milesx1,000) Months

Enginecompartmentandundervehicle

SeeNOTE(1) E MA-16

(9)

(18)

(27)

RRRRRRRRMA-21

(36)

(45)

(54)

105 (63)

120 (72)

Refer-

ence

pages

EM-51

MA-20/

MA-24

Heatedoxygensensor(Exhaustgas sensor)★

NOTE: (1)Firstreplaceat100,000km(60,000miles)/60months,thenevery60,000km(36,000miles)/48months. (2)Periodicmaintenanceisnotrequired.However,ifvalvenoiseincreases,checkvalveclearance. (3)Maintenance-freeitem.Forserviceprocedures,refertoFEsection. (4)Performonlyaccordingto“MaintenanceUnderSevereDrivingConditions”formodelswithoutEuro-OBDsystem.For

modelswithEuro-OBDsystem,periodicmaintenanceisnotrequired. ★Maintenanceitemswith“★”shouldbeperformedmorefrequentlyaccordingto“MaintenanceUnderSevereDrivingCon-

ditions”.

SeeNOTE(4)

MA-24

MA-7

PERIODICMAINTENANCE(FOREUROPE)

Maintenance Schedule for Petrol Engines (Annual Mileage < 30,000 km/year) (Cont’d)

CHASSISANDBODYMAINTENANCE

Abbreviations:R=Replace I=Inspect:Correctorreplaceifnecessary MAINTENANCEOPERATION MAINTENANCEINTERVAL Performonakilometerbasis,buton

anannualbasiswhendrivinglessthan 15,000km(9,000miles)inayear.

Headlampaiming IIIIIIII

Wheelalignment(ifnecessary,balance &rotatewheels)

Brakepads,rotors&otherbrakecomponents★

Footbrake,parkingbrake&clutch(for freeplay,stroke&operation)

Brakeboostervacuumhoses, connections,checkvalve

Brake&clutch,systemsandfluid(for levelandleaks)

Brakefluid★ RRRR

kmx1,000 (milesx1,000) Months

Underhoodandundervehicle

(9)

(18)

(27)

IIIIIIII

IIIIIIIIMA-30

IIIIIIII

IIIIMA-30

IIIIIIII

(36)

(45)

(54)

105 (63)

120 (72)

=NFMA0043S0102

Refer-

ence

pages

EL-67

SU-6

MA-27

BR-12 BR-39

MA-25/

MA-29

BR-7

MA-29

Powersteeringfluidandlines(forlevel andleaks)

ASCDvacuumhoses IIIIIIII Supplementalairbagsystem SeeNOTE(1)

Ventilationairfilter★ RRRR

Manualtransaxlegearoil(checkfor leakage).

Automatictransaxlefluid(forleveland leaks)★

Steeringgear&linkage,axle&suspensionparts,driveshafts,exhaust system★

Bodycorrosion SeeNOTE(2) MA-32

NOTE: (1)Inspectatthefirst10years,andthenevery2years. (2)Inspectonceperyear. ★Maintenanceitemswith“★”shouldbeperformedmorefrequentlyaccordingto“MaintenanceUnderSevereDrivingCon-

ditions”.

IIIIIIIIMA-31

EL-237

RS-14

HA-123

IIIIIIIIMA-25

IIIIIIIIMA-26

MA-25/

IIII

SU-6 SU-20

MA-31

MA-8

PERIODIC MAINTENANCE (FOR EUROPE)

Maintenance Under Severe Driving Conditions (Annual Driving Distance < 30,000 km/year)

The maintenance intervals shown on the preceding pages are for normal operating conditions. If the vehicle is mainly operated under severe driving conditions as shown below, more frequent maintenance must be performed on the following items as shown in the table.

A — Driving under dusty conditions B — Driving repeatedly short distances C — Towing a trailer or caravan D — Extensive idling E — Driving in extremely adverse weather conditions or in areas where ambient temperatures are either extremely low or extremely high F — Driving in high humidity areas or in mountainous areas G — Driving in areas using salt or other corrosive materials H — Driving on rough and/or muddy roads or in the desert I — Driving with frequent use of braking or in mountainous areas J — Frequent off road use or driving in water K — Sustained high speed driving L — For models without Euro-OBD system

=NFMA0043S03

Driving condition

ABCD........

A...........

...........L

A...........

.....F......

Maintenance

operation

Engine oil & engine oil filter

Replace

Air cleaner filter

Replace

Front Heated Oxygen Sensor

Inspect

Rear Heated Oxygen Sensor

Inspect

Ventilation air filter

Replace

Brake fluid

Replace

Every 7,500 km (4,500 miles) or 6 months

Every 30,000 km (18,000 miles) or 24 months

Every 15,000 km (9,000 miles) or 12 months

Every 15,000 km (9,000 miles) or 6 months

Maintenance interval

..C....H....

A.C...GHI...

......GH....

MA-9

Automatic transaxle fluid

Replace

Brake pads, rotors & other brake system components

Inspect

Steering gear & linkage, axle & suspension parts, drive shafts, exhaust system

Inspect

Every 30,000 km (18,000 miles) or 24 months

Every 7,500 km (4,500 miles) or 6 months

Every 15,000 km (9,000 miles) or 12 months

PERIODICMAINTENANCE(FOREUROPE)

Maintenance Schedule for Petrol Engines (Annual Mileage > 30,000 km/year)

MaintenanceScheduleforPetrolEngines (AnnualMileage>30,000km/year)

VQENGINE

Abbreviations:R=Replace, I=Inspect:Correctorreplaceifnecessary, E=Checkandcorrecttheenginecoolantmixtureratio

=NFMA0043S04

NFMA0043S0401

MAINTENANCEOPERATION MAINTENANCEINTERVAL

Performonakilometerbasisonly.

Engineoil(Userecommendedoil)★ RRRRRRRRMA-21 Engineoilfilter(UseNISSANgenuine

partorequivalent)★ Drivebelts IIIIIIIIMA-15 Coolingsystem IIIIMA-19 Engineanti-freezecoolant(Usegenu-

ineNISSANAnti-FreezeCoolant(L2N) orequivalent)

Aircleanerfilter★ R R MA-20 Intake&exhaustvalveclearance SeeNOTE(2)

FuelandEVAPvaporlines I I

Sparkplugs Platinum-tippedtype R MA-22 Fuelfilter SeeNOTE(3) R

Heatedoxygensensor(Exhaustgas sensor)★

kmx1,000 (milesx1,000)15(9)30(18)45(27)60(36)75(45)90(54)

Enginecompartmentandundervehicle

RRRRRRRRMA-21

SeeNOTE(1) E MA-16

SeeNOTE(4)

105 (63)

120 (72)

Refer-

ence

pages

EM-52

MA-20/

MA-24

NOTE: (1)Firstreplaceat100,000km(60,000miles),thenevery60,000km(36,000miles). (2)Periodicmaintenanceisnotrequired.However,ifvalvenoiseincreases,checkvalveclearance. (3)Maintenance-freeitem.Forserviceprocedures,refertoFEsection. (4)Performonlyaccordingto“MaintenanceUnderSevereDrivingConditions”formodelswithoutEuro-OBDsystem.For

modelswithEuro-OBDsystem,periodicmaintenanceisnotrequired. ★Maintenanceitemswith“★”shouldbeperformedmorefrequentlyaccordingto“MaintenanceUnderSevereDrivingCon-

ditions”.

MA-10

PERIODICMAINTENANCE(FOREUROPE)

Maintenance Schedule for Petrol Engines (Annual Mileage > 30,000 km/year) (Cont’d)

CHASSISANDBODYMAINTENANCE

Abbreviations:R=Replace I=Inspect:Correctorreplaceifnecessary MAINTENANCEOPERATION MAINTENANCEINTERVAL

Performonakilometerbasisonly.

Headlampaiming IIII

Wheelalignment(ifnecessary,balance &rotatewheels)

Brakepads,rotors&otherbrakecomponents★

Footbrake,parkingbrake&clutch(for freeplay,stroke&operation)

Brakeboostervacuumhoses, connections,checkvalve

Brake&clutch,systemsandfluid(for levelandleaks)

Brakefluid★ RR

kmx1,000 (milesx1,000)15(9)30(18)45(27)60(36)75(45)90(54)

Underhoodandundervehicle

IIII

IIIIMA-30

IIII

I I MA-30

IIII

105 (63)

120 (72)

=NFMA0043S0402

Refer-

ence

pages

EL-67

SU-6

MA-27

BR-12

BR-39

MA-25/

MA-29

BR-7

MA-29

Powersteeringfluidandlines(forlevel andleaks)

ASCDvacuumhoses IIII Supplementalairbagsystem SeeNOTE(1)

Ventilationairfilter★ RRRR

Manualtransaxlegearoil(checkfor leakage).

Automatictransaxlefluid(forleveland leaks)★

Steeringgearandlinkage,axle&suspensionparts,driveshafts,exhaust system★

Bodycorrosion SeeNOTE(2) MA-32

NOTE: (1)Inspectatthefirst10years,andthenevery2years. (2)Inspectonceperyear. ★Maintenanceitemswith“★”shouldbeperformedmorefrequentlyaccordingto“MaintenanceUnderSevereDrivingCon-

ditions”.

IIIIMA-31

EL-237

RS-14

HA-123

IIIIMA-25

IIIIMA-26

MA-25/

SU-6 SU-20

MA-31

MA-11

+ 23 hidden pages