Checking Exhaust System Nissan Quest III

Checking Exhaust System

Check the exhaust pipes, muffler, and exhaust mounts for improper attachment, leaks, cracks, damage, chafing, or deterioration.

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1. Warm up the engine.
2. Check for any transaxle fluid leaks.
3. Before driving, the fluid level can be checked at fluid temperature using the "COLD" range on the A/T fluid level gauge. 4 A/T temperature range COLD: 30° - 50° C (86° - 122° F) HOT: 50° - 80° C (122° - 176° F) 5 A/T temperature range COLD: 30° - 40° C (86° - 104° F) HOT: 70° - 80° C (158° - 176° F) Park the vehicle on a level surface and set parking brake. Start the engine and move the transaxle selector lever through each gear position. Leave the selector lever in the "P" park position. Check the fluid level with the engine idling. CAUTION: Firmly fix the A/T fluid level gauge into the A/T fluid charging pipe using the attached stopper, this will provide an accurate reading on the gauge. Remove the A/T fluid level gauge and wipe it clean with a lint-free paper. Re-insert the A/T fluid level gauge into the charging pipe as far as it will go. Remove the A/T fluid level gauge and note the reading. If the reading is at or below the low side of the range, add the necessary specified A/T fluid through the A/T fluid charging pipe and then re-insert the A/T fluid level gauge. CAUTION: Do not overfill the transaxle. Firmly fix the A/T fluid level gauge into the A/T fluid charging pipe using the attached stopper, this will provide an accurate reading on the gauge, and will keep the gauge in position while driving.
4. Drive the vehicle for approximately 5 minutes at moderate speeds.
5. Re-check the fluid level at fluid temperatures using the "HOT" range on the A/T fluid level gauge. CAUTION: Firmly fix the A/T fluid level gauge into the A/T fluid charging pipe using the attached stopper, this will provide an accurate reading on the gauge, and will keep the gauge in position while driving. 4 A/T temperature range COLD: 30° - 50°C (86° - 122°F) HOT: 50° - 80°C (122° - 176°F) 5 A/T temperature range COLD: 30° - 40°C (86° - 104°F) HOT: 70° - 80°C (158° - 176°F)
6. Check the fluid for the following conditions: If the fluid is very dark or smells burned, refer to the «AUTOMATIC TRANSAXLE»(ref-239954) article for checking the operation of the transaxle. Flush the AT fluid cooling system after repairing the transaxle. If the fluid contains frictional material (from the clutches or bands), remove the radiator and flush the cooler lines using a cleaning solvent and compressed air after completing repairs to the transaxle. Refer to , " «RADIATOR»(ref-239944-S31900986342006080400000) ".

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1. Run the engine to warm up the transaxle until the fluid is at full operating temperature "HOT". 4 A/T temperature range COLD: 30° - 50° C (86° - 122° F) HOT: 50° - 80° C (122° - 176° F) 5 A/T temperature range COLD: 30° - 40° C (86° - 104° F) HOT: 70° - 80° C (158° - 176° F)
2. Stop the engine.
3. Remove the engine undercover.
4. Drain the A/T fluid by removing the drain plug. Reinstall the drain plug to the specified tightness using a new drain washer. Drain plug 4 A/T: Refer to , " «COMPONENTS»(ref-239954-S31984146312006080400000) ". 5 A/T: Refer to , " «COMPONENTS»(ref-239954-S41334212862006080400000) ".
5. Refill the transaxle with new specified A/T fluid through the A/T fluid charging pipe. Always refill the transaxle with the same volume amount that was drained out. CAUTION: Do not overfill the transaxle. Fluid grade and capacity (with torque converter) 4 A/T: Refer to , " «RECOMMENDED FLUIDS AND LUBRICANTS»(ref-239943-S32797248202006080300000) ". 5 A/T: Refer to , " «RECOMMENDED FLUIDS AND LUBRICANTS»(ref-239943-S32797248202006080300000) ".
6. Run the engine at idle speed for five minutes.
7. Check fluid level and condition. Refer to , " «CHECKING A/T FLUID»(ref-239943-S35349546092006080300000) ". If the fluid is still contaminated, repeat steps 2 through 5.