ENGINE COOLING SYSTEM

B ENGINE

CO
SECTION
ENGINE COOLING SYSTEM C

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CONTENTS
PRECAUTIONS .......................................................... 2 Components ........................................................... 17 F
Precautions for Battery Service ................................ 2 Disassembly and Assembly .................................... 17
Precautions for Supplemental Restraint System PREPARATION ................................................... 17
(SRS) “AIR BAG” and “SEAT BELT PRE-TEN- DISASSEMBLY ................................................... 17 G
SIONER” .................................................................. 2 ASSEMBLY ......................................................... 18
Precautions for Liquid Gasket .................................. 2 INSPECTION ...................................................... 20
REMOVAL OF LIQUID GASKET SEALING .......... 2 COOLING FAN .......................................................... 21
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LIQUID GASKET APPLICATION PROCEDURE..... 2 Components ........................................................... 21
PREPARATION ........................................................... 4 Removal and Installation ........................................ 21
Special Service Tools ............................................... 4 REMOVAL ........................................................... 21
Commercial Service Tools ........................................ 5 INSTALLATION ................................................... 21 I
OVERHEATING CAUSE ANALYSIS .......................... 6 INSPECTION AFTER INSTALLATION ................ 21
Troubleshooting Chart .............................................. 6 DISASSEMBLY AND ASSEMBLY ....................... 22
COOLING SYSTEM .................................................... 8 WATER PUMP .......................................................... 23 J
Cooling Circuit .......................................................... 8 Components ........................................................... 23
System Chart ........................................................... 9 Removal and Installation ........................................ 23
ENGINE COOLANT .................................................. 10 REMOVAL ........................................................... 23
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Inspection ............................................................... 10 INSPECTION AFTER REMOVAL ....................... 25
LEVEL CHECK ................................................... 10 INSTALLATION ................................................... 25
LEAK CHECK ..................................................... 10 INSPECTION AFTER INSTALLATION ................ 27
Changing Engine Coolant ...................................... 10 WATER INLET AND THERMOSTAT ASSEMBLY ... 28 L
DRAINING ENGINE COOLANT ......................... 10 Components ........................................................... 28
REFILLING ENGINE COOLANT .........................11 Removal and Installation ........................................ 28
FLUSHING COOLING SYSTEM ......................... 12 REMOVAL ........................................................... 28 M
RADIATOR ................................................................ 13 INSPECTION AFTER REMOVAL ....................... 28
Components ........................................................... 13 INSTALLATION ................................................... 29
Removal and Installation ........................................ 13 INSPECTION AFTER INSTALLATION ................ 29
REMOVAL ........................................................... 13 WATER OUTLET AND WATER PIPING ................... 30
INSTALLATION ................................................... 15 Components ........................................................... 30
INSPECTION AFTER INSTALLATION ............... 15 Removal and Installation ........................................ 30
Checking Radiator Cap .......................................... 15 REMOVAL ........................................................... 30
Checking Radiator .................................................. 16 INSTALLATION ................................................... 30
RADIATOR (ALUMINUM TYPE) .............................. 17 INSPECTION AFTER INSTALLATION ................ 31
SERVICE DATA AND SPECIFICATIONS (SDS) ...... 32
Engine Coolant Capacity (Approximate) ................ 32
Radiator .................................................................. 32
Thermostat ............................................................. 32

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 PRECAUTIONS

PRECAUTIONS PFP:00001

Precautions for Battery Service NBS000LD

Before disconnecting the battery, lower both the driver and passenger windows. This will prevent any interfer-
ence between the window edge and the vehicle when the door is opened/closed. During normal operation, the
window slightly raises and lowers automatically to prevent any window to vehicle interference. The automatic
window function will not work with the battery disconnected.
Precautions for Supplemental Restraint System (SRS) “AIR BAG” and “SEAT
BELT PRE-TENSIONER” NBS000LE

The Supplemental Restraint System such as “AIR BAG” and “SEAT BELT PRE-TENSIONER”, used along
with a front seat belt, helps to reduce the risk or severity of injury to the driver and front passenger for certain
types of collision. This system includes seat belt switch inputs and dual stage front air bag modules. The SRS
system uses the seat belt switches to determine the front air bag deployment, and may only deploy one front
air bag, depending on the severity of a collision and whether the front occupants are belted or unbelted.
Information necessary to service the system safely is included in the SRS and SB section of this Service Man-
ual.
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 must be per-
formed by an authorized NISSAN/INFINITI 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 SRS section.
● Do not use electrical test equipment on any circuit related to the SRS unless instructed to in this
Service Manual. SRS wiring harnesses can be identified by yellow and/or orange harnesses or
harness connectors.
Precautions for Liquid Gasket NBS000LF

REMOVAL OF LIQUID GASKET SEALING

● After removing mounting bolts and nuts, separate the mating
surface using seal cutter (SST) and remove old liquid gasket
sealing.
CAUTION:
Be careful not to damage the mating surfaces.
● In areas where seal cutter (SST) is difficult to use, use plastic
hammer to lightly tap (1) seal cutter where liquid gasket is
applied. Use plastic hammer to slide seal cutter (2) by tapping
on the side.
CAUTION:
If for some unavoidable reason tool such as flat-bladed PBIC0002E

screwdriver is used, be careful not to damage the mating

surfaces.
LIQUID GASKET APPLICATION PROCEDURE
1. Using scraper, remove old liquid gasket adhering to the liquid
gasket application surface and the mating surface.
● Remove liquid gasket completely from the groove of the liquid
gasket application surface, mounting bolts, and bolt holes.
2. Wipe the liquid gasket application surface and the mating sur-
face with white gasoline (lighting and heating use) to remove
adhering moisture, grease and foreign materials.

PBIC0003E

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3. Attach liquid gasket tube to tube presser [SST: WS39930000

( — )]. A
Use Genuine RTV Silicone Sealant or equivalent. Refer to
GI-47, "RECOMMENDED CHEMICAL PRODUCTS AND
SEALANTS" .
CO
4. Apply liquid gasket without breaks to the specified location with
the specified dimensions.
● If there is a groove for the liquid gasket application, apply liq-
C
uid gasket to the groove.

EMA0622D

D
● As for the bolt holes, normally apply liquid gasket inside the
holes. Occasionally, it should be applied outside the holes.
Make sure to read the text of service manual.
E
● Within five minutes of liquid gasket application, install the mat-
ing component.
● If liquid gasket protrudes, wipe it off immediately.
F
● Do not retighten mounting bolts or nuts after the installation.

● After 30 minutes or more have passed from the installation, fill

engine oil and engine coolant. G
CAUTION: SEM159F
If there are specific instructions in this manual, observe them.
H

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PREPARATION PFP:00002

Special Service Tools NBS000LG

The actual shapes of Kent-Moore tools may differ from those of special service tools illustrated here.
Tool number
(Kent-Moore No.) Description
Tool name

EG17650301 Adapting radiator cap tester to radiator cap

(J33984-A) and radiator filler neck
Radiator cap tester adapter a: 28 (1.10) dia.
b: 31.4 (1.236) dia.
c: 41.3 (1.626) dia.
Unit: mm (in)

S-NT564

KV99103510 Installing radiator upper and lower tanks

( – )
Radiator plate pliers A

S-NT224

KV99103520 Removing radiator upper and lower tanks

( – )
Radiator plate pliers B

S-NT225

KV10111100 Removing chain tensioner cover and water

(J37228) pump cover
Seal cutter

NT046

WS39930000 Pressing the tube of liquid gasket

( – )
Tube presser

S-NT052

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Commercial Service Tools NBS000LH

A
Tool name Description

Power tool Loosening bolts and nuts

CO

PBIC0190E

Radiator cap tester Checking radiator and radiator cap D

PBIC1982E
F

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 OVERHEATING CAUSE ANALYSIS

OVERHEATING CAUSE ANALYSIS PFP:00012

Troubleshooting Chart NBS000LI

Symptom Check items

Water pump malfunction Worn or loose drive belt
Thermostat stuck closed —
Dust contamination or
Poor heat transfer Damaged fins paper clogging —
Physical damage
Clogged radiator cooling Excess foreign material
tube (rust, dirt, sand, etc.)
Cooling fan does not oper-
ate
Reduced air flow High resistance to fan rota- Fan assembly —
tion
Damaged fan blades
Damaged radiator shroud — — —
Improper engine coolant
Cooling sys- — — —
mixture ratio
tem parts
malfunction Poor engine coolant quality — Engine coolant viscosity —
Loose clamp
Cooling hose
Cracked hose
Water pump Poor sealing
Loose
Radiator cap
Poor sealing
Engine coolant leaks
O-ring for damage, deterio-
Insufficient engine coolant ration or improper fitting
Radiator
Cracked radiator tank
Cracked radiator core
Reservoir tank Cracked reservoir tank
Cylinder head deterioration
Exhaust gas leaks into
Overflowing reservoir tank Cylinder head gasket dete-
cooling system
rioration

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Symptom Check items

A
High engine rpm under no
load
Driving in low gear for
Abusive driving CO
extended time
Driving at extremely high
speed
— Overload on engine C
Powertrain system mal-
function
Installed improper size
Except cool- —
wheels and tires D
ing system
parts mal- Dragging brakes
function
Improper ignition timing
E
Blocked bumper —
Installed car brassiere
Blocked radiator grille Mud contamination or F
Blocked or restricted air paper clogging —
flow
Blocked radiator —
Blocked condenser G
Blocked air flow
Installed large fog lamp

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COOLING SYSTEM PFP:21020

Cooling Circuit NBS000LJ

PBIC2073E

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System Chart NBS000LK

CO

PBIC0847E I

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ENGINE COOLANT PFP:KQ100

Inspection NBS000LL

LEVEL CHECK
● Check if the reservoir tank engine coolant level is within the
“MIN” to “MAX” range when the engine is cool.
● Adjust the engine coolant level as necessary.

SMA412B

LEAK CHECK
● To check for leaks, apply pressure to the cooling system with
radiator cap tester (commercial service tool) and radiator cap
tester adapter (SST).
Testing pressure
: 157 kPa (1.6 kg/cm2 , 23 psi)
WARNING:
Do not remove radiator cap when engine is hot. Serious
burns could occur from high-pressure engine coolant
escaping from radiator.
CAUTION: SLC756A

Higher test pressure than specified may cause radiator

damage.
NOTE:
In a case that engine coolant decreases, replenish radiator with engine coolant.
● If anything is found, repair or replace damaged parts.
Changing Engine Coolant NBS000LM

WARNING:
● To avoid being scalded, do not change engine coolant when engine is hot.
● Wrap a thick cloth around radiator cap and carefully remove radiator cap. First, turn cap a quarter
of a turn to release built-up pressure. Then turn radiator cap all the way.
CAUTION:
Be careful not to allow engine coolant to contact drive belts.
DRAINING ENGINE COOLANT
1. Remove undercover with power tool.
2. Open radiator drain plug at the bottom of radiator, and then
remove radiator cap.

PBIC0893E

When drain all of engine coolant in the system, open drain plugs on engine cylinder block. Refer
to EM-138, "DISASSEMBLY" .

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3. Remove reservoir tank, drain engine coolant and clean tank before installing.
4. Check drained engine coolant for contaminants such as rust, corrosion or discoloration. A
If contaminated, flush the engine cooling system. Refer to CO-12, "FLUSHING COOLING SYSTEM" .
REFILLING ENGINE COOLANT
CO
1. Install reservoir tank if remove, and radiator drain plug.
CAUTION:
Be sure to clean drain plug and install with new O-ring.
C
Radiator drain plug:
: 1.2 N·m (0.12 kg-m, 11 in-lb)
If cylinder block drain plugs are removed, close and tighten them. Refer to EM-143, "ASSEMBLY" . D
2. Remove air relief plug on heater hose.

G
PBIC0894E

3. Fill radiator and reservoir tank to specified level. H

● Pour engine coolant through engine coolant filler neck
slowly of less than 2 (2-1/8 US qt, 1-3/4 lmp qt) a minute
to allow air in system to escape. I
● Use Genuine NISSAN Long Life Antifreeze/Coolant or
equivalent mixed with water (distilled or demineralized).
Refer to GI-47, "RECOMMENDED CHEMICAL PRODUCTS J
AND SEALANTS" .
Engine coolant capacity (Approximate)
(with reservoir tank at “MAX” level) SMA182B
K
: 8.7 (9-1/4 US qt, 7-5/8 lmp qt)

L
Reservoir tank capacity (at “MAX” level)
: 0.8 (7/8 US qt, 3/4 lmp qt)
● When engine coolant overflows air relief hole on heater hose, M
install air relief plug with new O-ring.
Air relief plug:
: 1.2 N·m (0.12 kg-m, 11 in-lb)

SMA412B

4. Warm up engine to normal operating temperature with radiator cap installed.

5. Run engine at 3,000 rpm for 10 seconds and return to idle speed.
● Repeat two or three times.

CAUTION:
Watch water temperature gauge so as not to overheat engine.
6. Stop engine and cool down to less than approximately 50°C (122°F).
● Cool down using a fan to reduce the time.

● If necessary, refill radiator up to filler neck with engine coolant.

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

8. Repeat steps 3 through 6 two or more times with radiator cap installed until engine coolant level no longer
drops.
9. Check cooling system for leaks with engine running.
10. Warm up engine, and check for sound of engine coolant flow while running engine from idle up to 3,000
rpm with heater temperature controller set at several position between “COOL” and “WARM”.
● Sound may be noticeable at heater unit.

11. Repeat step 10 three times.

12. If sound is heard, bleed air from cooling system by repeating step 3 through 6 until engine coolant level no
longer drops.
● Clean excess engine coolant from engine.

FLUSHING COOLING SYSTEM

1. Fill radiator with water until water spills from the air relief hole, then close air relief plug. Fill radiator and
reservoir tank with water and reinstall radiator cap.
2. Run engine and warm it up to normal operating temperature.
3. Rev engine two or three times under no-load.
4. Stop engine and wait until it cools down.
5. Drain water from the system. Refer to CO-10, "DRAINING ENGINE COOLANT" .
6. Repeat steps 1 through 5 until clear water begins to drain from radiator.

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RADIATOR PFP:21400
A
Components NBS000LN

CO

PBIC4831E
K
1. Reservoir tank 2. Cap 3. Reservoir tank hose
4. Radiator hose (upper) 5. Radiator cap 6. Upper mount bracket
7. Mounting rubber (upper) 8. Radiator 9. Radiator hose (lower) L
10. Mounting rubber (lower) 11. Radiator drain plug 12. O-ring
13. A/T fluid cooler hose 14. Radiator cooling fan assembly 15. Bracket
A. To water outlet B. To water inlet C. To A/T cooler tube M
D. Refer to CO-21

● Refer to GI-10, "Components" for symbol marks in the figure.

Removal and Installation NBS000LO

WARNING:
Do not remove radiator cap when engine is hot. Serious burns could occur from high-pressure engine
coolant escaping from radiator. Wrap a thick cloth around the cap. Slowly turn it a quarter of a turn to
release built-up pressure. Carefully remove radiator cap by turning it all the way.
REMOVAL
1. Remove engine cover with power tool. Refer to EM-18, "INTAKE MANIFOLD COLLECTOR" .
2. Remove undercover with power tool.
3. Drain engine coolant from radiator. Refer to CO-10, "Changing Engine Coolant" .
CAUTION:
Perform when the engine is cold.
4. Disconnect A/T fluid cooler hoses. (A/T models)

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● Install blind plug to avoid leakage of A/T fluid.

5. Remove air duct (inlet) and air cleaner case. Refer to EM-16, "AIR CLEANER AND AIR DUCT" .
6. Remove bracket mounting bolt for anchoring A/C piping from vehicle left side, so that A/C piping can be
moved.
7. Remove reservoir tank and bracket.
8. Remove radiator hoses (upper and lower) and reservoir tank hose.
CAUTION:
Be careful not to allow engine coolant to contact drive belts.
9. Remove radiator cooling fan assembly. Refer to CO-21, "COOLING FAN" .
10. Rotate two radiator upper mount brackets 90 degrees in the
direction as shown in the figure, and remove them.

PBIC0839E

11. Remove two A/C condenser mounting bolts located in upper

part of radiator.

PBIC0840E

12. Remove radiator as follows:

CAUTION:
Do not damage or scratch A/C condenser and radiator core when removing.
a. With lifting and pulling radiator in a rear direction, disassemble
lower mount from radiator core support center.
CAUTION:
Because A/C condenser is onto the front-lower portion of
radiator, moving to rear direction should be at minimum.

PBIC1936E

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b. Lift A/C condenser up and remove radiator after disengaging the

fitting as front-bottom surface. A
CAUTION:
Lifting A/C condenser should be minimum to prevent a load
to A/C piping. CO
c. After removing radiator, put A/C condenser on radiator core sup-
port center to prevent a load to A/C piping, and temporarily fix it
with a rope or similar means.
C

PBIC0841E

D
INSTALLATION
Install in the reverse order of removal.
INSPECTION AFTER INSTALLATION E
● Check for leaks of engine coolant using radiator cap tester adapter [SST: EG17650301 (J33984-A)] and
radiator cap tester (commercial service tool). Refer to CO-10, "LEAK CHECK" .
● Start and warm up engine. Visually make sure that there is no leaks of engine coolant (All models) and F
ATF (A/T models).
Checking Radiator Cap NBS000LP
G
● Check valve seat of radiator cap.
– Check if valve seat is swollen to the extent that the edge of the
plunger cannot be seen when watching it vertically from the top. H
– Check if valve seat has no soil and damage.

J
PBIC2816E

● Pull negative-pressure valve to open it, and make sure that it K

close completely when released.
– Make sure that there is no dirt or damage on the valve seat of
radiator cap negative-pressure valve. L
– Make sure that there are no unusualness in the opening and
closing conditions of negative-pressure valve.
M

SMA967B

● Check radiator cap relief pressure.

Standard:
78 - 98 kPa (0.8 - 1.0 kg/cm2 , 11 - 14 psi)
Limit:
59 kPa (0.6 kg/cm2 , 9 psi)
– When connecting radiator cap to the radiator cap tester (com-
mercial service tool) and the radiator cap tester adapter (SST),
apply engine coolant to the cap seal surface.
SLC755A

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● Replace radiator cap if there is an unusualness.

CAUTION:
When installing radiator cap, thoroughly wipe out the radiator filler neck to remove any waxy residue
or foreign material.
Checking Radiator NBS000LQ

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

● Be careful not to bend or damage the radiator fins.
● When radiator is cleaned without removal, remove all surrounding parts such as cooling fan, radiator
shroud and horns. Then tape the harness and electrical connectors to prevent water from entering.
1. Apply water by hose to the back side of radiator core vertically downward.
2. Apply water again to all radiator core surface once per minute.
3. Stop washing if any stains no longer flow out from radiator.
4. Blow air into the back side of radiator core vertically downward.
● Use compressed air lower than 490 kPa (5 kg/cm2 , 71 psi) and keep distance more than 30 cm (11.8
in).
5. Blow air again into all the radiator core surfaces once per minute until no water sprays out.

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RADIATOR (ALUMINUM TYPE) PFP:21460

A
Components NBS000LR

CO

G
PBIC4226E

1. Upper tank 2. Sealing rubber 3. Core

4. Lower tank 5. Lower tank (with A/T fluid cooler) H
Disassembly and Assembly NBS000LS

PREPARATION
1. Attach the spacer to the tip of radiator plate pliers A (SST). I
Spacer specification: 1.5 mm (0.059 in) thick × 18 mm (0.71 in)
wide × 8.5 mm (0.335 in) long.
2. Make sure that when radiator plate pliers A (SST) are closed J
dimension H′′ is approx. 7.6 mm (0.299 in).
3. Adjust dimension H′′ with the spacer, if necessary.
K

SLC655CB
L

DISASSEMBLY
1. Remove upper and lower tanks with radiator plate pliers B M
(SST).
CAUTION:
Do not disassemble lower tank and A/T fluid cooler. (A/T
models)
NOTE:
Lower tank and A/T fluid cooler from a single part are handled
as an assembly. (A/T models)

SLC903-A

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● Grip the crimped edge and bend it upwards so that radiator

plate pliers B [SST: KV99103520 ( — )] slips off.
CAUTION:
Do not bend excessively.

SLC893

● In areas where radiator plate pliers B [SST: KV99103520

( — )] cannot be used, use flat-bladed screwdriver to bend
the edge up.
CAUTION:
Be careful not to damage tank.
2. Remove sealing rubber.

SLC930

3. Make sure the edge stands straight up.

SLC931

ASSEMBLY
1. Clean contact portion of tank.

SLC932

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2. Install sealing rubber while pushing it with fingers.

CAUTION: A
Be careful not to twist sealing rubber.

CO

SLC917A

D
3. Caulk tank in numerical order as shown in the figure with radia-
tor plate pliers A (SST).
E

G
SLC904-A

PBIC2076E
K

● Use pliers in the locations where radiator plate pliers A [SST:

KV99103510 ( — )] cannot be used. L

SLC897

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4. Make sure that the rim is completely crimped down.

Standard height “H” : 8.0 - 8.4 mm (0.315 - 0.331 in)
5. Make sure that there is no leakage.
Refer to CO-20, "INSPECTION" .

SLC554A

INSPECTION
1. Apply pressure with radiator cap tester adapter (SST) and radia-
tor cap tester (commercial service tool).
Testing pressure
: 157 kPa (1.6 kg/cm2 , 23 psi)
WARNING:
To prevent the risk of hose coming undone while under
pressure, securely fasten it down with hose clamp.
CAUTION:
Attach hose to A/T fluid cooler to seal its inlet and outlet. (A/
T models) SLC933-A

2. Check for leakage by soaking radiator in water container with

the testing pressure applied.

SLC934

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COOLING FAN PFP:21140

A
Components NBS002VA

CO

G
PBIC2609E

1. Cooling fan (RH) 2. Cooling fan (LH) 3. Fan shroud

4. Fan motor H
Removal and Installation NBS002VB

REMOVAL
1. Drain engine coolant from radiator. Refer to CO-10, "Changing Engine Coolant" . I
CAUTION:
● Perform this step when engine is cold.

● Do not spill engine coolant on drive belts.

J
2. Remove air duct (inlet) and air cleaner case. Refer to EM-16, "AIR CLEANER AND AIR DUCT" .
3. Disconnect radiator hose (upper) at radiator side.
K
4. Disconnect fan motor harness connectors at the right-lower por-
tion of fan shroud.
L

PBIC1935E

5. Remove radiator cooling fan assembly.

CAUTION:
Be careful not to damage or scratch on radiator core.
INSTALLATION
Installation is the reverse order of removal.
INSPECTION AFTER INSTALLATION
Make sure that fan motors operate normally.
NOTE:
Cooling fans are controlled by ECM. For details, refer to EC-525, "DTC P1217 ENGINE OVER TEMPERA-
TURE" .

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DISASSEMBLY AND ASSEMBLY

Disassembly
1. Remove cooling fans from fan motors.
2. Remove fan motors from fan shroud.
Assembly
Assembly in the reverse order of disassembly.
CAUTION:
Cooling fans are different between RH and LH. Be careful not to misassemble them.

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WATER PUMP PFP:21020

A
Components NBS002VC

CO

G
PBIC3488E

1. Timing chain tensioner (primary) 2. Chain tensioner cover 3. Water pump cover
4. Water pump 5. O- ring 6. Water drain plug (front) H
Removal and Installation NBS002VD

CAUTION:
I
● When removing water pump assembly, be careful not to get engine coolant on drive belt.
● Water pump cannot be disassembled and should be replaced as a unit.
● After installing water pump, connect hose and clamp securely, then check for leaks using radiator J
cap tester (commercial service tool) and radiator cap tester adapter [SST: EG17650301 (J33984-
A)].
REMOVAL K
1. Remove undercover with power tool.
2. Remove drive belts. Refer to EM-14, "DRIVE BELTS" .
3. Drain engine coolant from radiator. Refer to LU-9, "Changing Engine Oil" . L
CAUTION:
Perform this step when engine is cold.
4. Remove air duct. Refer to EM-16, "AIR CLEANER AND AIR DUCT" . M
5. Remove radiator hoses (upper and lower). Refer to CO-13, "RADIATOR" .
6. Remove radiator cooling fan assembly. Refer to CO-21, "COOLING FAN" .
7. Remove water drain plug on water pump side of cylinder block.

PBIC0846E

8. Remove chain tensioner cover and water pump cover from front timing chain case.
● Use seal cutter [SST: KV10111100 (J37228)] or equivalent tool to cut liquid gasket for remove.

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9. Remove timing chain tensioner (primary) as follows:

a. Remove lower mounting bolt.
CAUTION:
Be careful not to drop mounting bolt inside timing chain
case.
b. Loosen upper mounting bolt slowly, and then turn chain ten-
sioner (primary) on the mounting bolt so that plunger is fully
expanded.
NOTE:
Even if plunger is fully expanded, it is not dropped from the body
of timing chain tensioner (primary).
PBIC3575E

c. Turn crankshaft pulley clockwise so that timing chain on the tim-

ing chain tensioner (primary) side is loose.

PBIC4820E

d. Remove upper mounting bolt, and then remove timing chain ten-
sioner (primary).
CAUTION:
Be careful not to drop mounting bolt inside timing chain
case.

PBIC3576E

10. Remove water pump as follows:

a. Remove three water pump mounting bolts. Secure a gap
between water pump gear and timing chain, by turning crank-
shaft pulley counterclockwise until timing chain looseness on
water pump sprocket becomes maximum.

PBIC1193E

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b. Screw M8 bolts [pitch: 1.25 mm (0.049 in) length: approx. 50

mm (1.97 in)] into water pumps upper and lower mounting bolt A
holes until they reach rear timing chain case. Then, alternately
tighten each bolt for a half turn, and pull out water pump.
CAUTION: CO
● Pull straight out while preventing vane from contacting
socket in installation area.
● Remove water pump without causing sprocket to contact
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timing chain.
c. Remove M8 bolts and O-rings from water pump.
JLC357B
CAUTION: D
Do not disassemble water pump.
INSPECTION AFTER REMOVAL
● Check for badly rusted or corroded water pump body assembly. E
● Check for rough operation due to excessive end play.
● Replace water pump, if necessary.
F

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SLC943A

INSTALLATION
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1. Install new O-rings to water pump.
● Apply engine oil and engine coolant to O-rings as shown in
the figure.
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● Locate the O-ring with white paint mark to engine front side.

PBIC1397E

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2. Install water pump.
CAUTION:
Do not allow cylinder block to nip O-rings when install
water pump.
● Make sure that timing chain and water pump sprocket are
engaged.
● Insert water pump by tightening mounting bolts alternately
and evenly.

PBIC1058E

3. Install timing chain tensioner (primary) as follows:

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a. Turn crankshaft pulley clockwise so that timing chain on the tim-

ing chain tensioner (primary) side is loose.

PBIC4820E

b. Pull plunger stopper tab up (or turn lever downward) so as to

remove plunger stopper tab from the ratchet of plunger.
NOTE:
Plunger stopper tab and lever are synchronized.
c. Push plunger into the inside of tensioner body.
d. Hold plunger in the fully compressed position by engaging
plunger stopper tab with the tip of ratchet.
e. To secure lever, insert stopper pin through hole of lever into ten-
sioner body hole.
● The lever parts and the tab are synchronized. Therefore, the PBIC3568E
plunger will be secured under this condition.
NOTE:
Figure shows the example of 1.2 mm (0.047 in) diameter thin screwdriver being used as the stopper pin.
f. Install timing chain tensioner (primary).
● Remove dust and foreign material completely from backside of timing chain tensioner (primary) and
from installation area of rear timing chain case.

g. Remove stopper pin.

PBIC3577E

h. Make sure again that timing chain and water pump sprocket are engaged.
4. Install chain tensioner cover and water pump cover as follows:
a. Before installing, remove all traces of old liquid gasket from mat-
ing surface of water pump cover and chain tensioner cover
using scraper. Also remove traces of old liquid gasket from the
mating surface of front timing chain case.

SLC446B

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b. Apply a continuous bead of liquid gasket with tube presser [SST:

WS39930000 ( — )] to mating surface of chain tensioner A
cover and water pump cover.
Use Genuine RTV Silicone Sealant or equivalent. Refer to
GI-47, "RECOMMENDED CHEMICAL PRODUCTS AND
CO
SEALANTS" .
CAUTION:
Attaching should be done within 5 minutes after coating.
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c. Tighten mounting bolts.

PBIC2663E

D
5. Install water drain plug (front) on water pump side of cylinder block.
● Apply liquid gasket to the thread of water drain plug (front).

Use Genuine RTV silicone sealant or equivalent. Refer to GI-47, "RECOMMENDED CHEMICAL E
PRODUCTS AND SEALANTS".
6. Install in the reverse order of removal after this step.
● After starting engine, let idle for three minutes, then rev engine up to 3,000 rpm under no load to F
purge air from the high-pressure chamber of timing chain tensioner (primary). Engine may pro-
duce a rattling noise. This indicates that air still remains in the chamber and is not a matter of
concern. G
INSPECTION AFTER INSTALLATION
● Check for leaks of engine coolant using radiator cap tester adapter [SST: EG17650301 (J33984-A)] and
radiator cap tester (commercial service tool). Refer to CO-10, "LEAK CHECK" . H
● Start and warm up engine. Visually make sure that there is no leaks of engine coolant and A/T fluid (A/T
models).
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WATER INLET AND THERMOSTAT ASSEMBLY PFP:21200

Components NBS000LX

PBIC1937E

1. Gasket 2. Water inlet and thermostat assembly

Removal and Installation NBS000LY

REMOVAL
1. Remove undercover with power tool.
2. Drain engine coolant from radiator. Refer to CO-10, "Changing Engine Coolant" .
3. Remove air duct and air cleaner case. Refer to EM-16, "AIR CLEANER AND AIR DUCT" .
4. Remove water drain plug (front) on water pump side of cylinder block. Refer to CO-23, "WATER PUMP" .
5. Disconnect radiator hose (lower) and oil cooler hose from water inlet and thermostat assembly.
6. Remove water inlet and thermostat assembly.
● Do not disassemble water inlet and thermostat assembly.
Replace them as a unit, if necessary.

SLC962AB

INSPECTION AFTER REMOVAL

1. Check valve seating condition at ordinary room temperatures. It should seat tightly.
2. Check valve operation.
Thermostat Standard
M/T 76 - 79°C (169 - 174°F)
Valve opening temperature
A/T 80.5 - 83.5°C (177 - 182°F)
M/T 8.6 mm/90°C (0.339 in/194°F)
Maximum open valve lift
A/T 8.6 mm/95°C (0.339 in/203°F)
M/T More than 71°C (160°F)
Valve closing temperature
A/T More than 77°C (171°F)
SLC949A

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3. Then check if valve closes at 5°C (41°F) below valve opening temperature.
A
INSTALLATION
Note the following, and install in the reverse order of removal.
● Be careful not to spill engine coolant over engine room. Use rag to absorb engine coolant. CO
INSPECTION AFTER INSTALLATION
● Check for leaks of engine coolant using radiator cap tester adapter [SST: EG17650301 (J33984-A)] and
radiator cap tester (commercial service tool). Refer to CO-10, "LEAK CHECK" . C
● Start and warm up engine. Visually make sure that there is no leaks of engine coolant and A/T fluid (A/T
models).
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WATER OUTLET AND WATER PIPING PFP:11060

Components NBS000LZ

PBIC1060E

1. Harness bracket 2. Water hose 3. Water bypass hose

4. Engine coolant temperature sensor 5. Gasket 6. Water outlet
7. Heater hose 8. Water pipe 9. Radiator upper hose
10. Heater pipe

NOTE:
Figure shows the example of the shape of part labeled 3. being used except for A/T models.

Removal and Installation NBS000M0

REMOVAL
1. Remove undercover with power tool.
2. Drain engine coolant from drain plugs on radiator and both sides of cylinder block. Refer to CO-10,
"Changing Engine Coolant" and EM-138, "DISASSEMBLY" .
3. Remove engine cover with power tool. Refer to EM-18, "INTAKE MANIFOLD COLLECTOR" .
4. Remove air duct and air cleaner case. Refer to EM-16, "AIR CLEANER AND AIR DUCT" .
5. Remove radiator hose (upper) and heater hose.
6. Remove the following parts, when remove water outlet.
● A/T fluid charging pipe (A/T models). Refer to AT-253, "TRANSMISSION ASSEMBLY" .

● Intake manifold collectors (upper and lower). Refer to EM-18, "INTAKE MANIFOLD COLLECTOR" .

● Rocker cover (right bank). Refer to EM-44, "ROCKER COVER" .

INSTALLATION
Note the following, and install in the reverse order of removal.
● Securely insert each hose, and install clamp at a position where it does not interfere with the pipe bulge.
● When inserting water pipe into water outlet, apply neutral detergent to O-ring.

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INSPECTION AFTER INSTALLATION

● Check for leaks of engine coolant using radiator cap tester adapter [SST: EG17650301 (J33984-A)] and A
radiator cap tester (commercial service tool). Refer to CO-10, "LEAK CHECK" .
● Start and warm up engine. Visually make sure that there is no leaks of engine coolant and A/T fluid (A/T
models). CO

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SERVICE DATA AND SPECIFICATIONS (SDS) PFP:00100

Engine Coolant Capacity (Approximate) NBS000M1

Unit: (US qt, Imp qt)

Engine coolant capacity (With reservoir tank at MAX level) 8.7 (9-1/4, 7-5/8)
Reservoir tank engine coolant capacity (at MAX level) 0.8 (7/8, 3/4)

Radiator NBS000M2

Unit: kPa (kg/cm2 , psi)

Standard 78 - 98 (0.8 - 1.0, 11 - 14)
Cap relief pressure
Limit 59 (0.6, 9)
Leakage test pressure 157 (1.6, 23)

Thermostat NBS000M3

M/T 76 - 79°C (169 - 174°F)

Valve opening temperature
A/T 80.5 - 83.5°C (177 - 182°F)
M/T 8.6 mm/90°C (0.339 in/194°F)
Maximum valve lift
A/T 8.6 mm/95°C (0.339 in/203°F)
M/T More than 71°C (160°F)
Valve closing temperature
A/T More than 77°C (171°F)

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