RADIATOR : Inspection
Check radiator for mud or clogging. If necessary, clean radiator as follows.
| CAUTION | Be careful not to bend or damage radiator fins. When radiator is cleaned without removal, remove all surrounding parts such as radiator cooling fan assembly and horns. Then tape harness and harness connectors to prevent water from entering. |
- Apply water by hose to the back side of the radiator core vertically downward.
- Apply water again to all radiator core surfaces once per minute.
- Stop washing if any stains no longer flow out from radiator.
- Blow air into the back side of radiator core vertically downward. Use compressed air lower than 490 kPa (5 kg/cm 2 , 71 psi) and keep distance more than 30 cm (11.81 in).
- Blow air again into all the radiator core surfaces once per minute until no water sprays out.
FUEL LINES : Inspection
Inspect fuel lines, fuel filler cap and, fuel tank for improper attachment, leakage, cracks, damage, loose connections, chafing or deterioration.
If necessary, repair or replace damaged parts.
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- Push the tabs (A) of both ends of the air cleaner cover (1) into the inside (B).
- Pull up the air cleaner cover forward (C) and remove it.
- Remove the air cleaner filter (1) and holder (2) assembly from the air cleaner case.
- Remove the air cleaner filter from the holder.
INSPECTION AFTER INSTALLATION
- Check the engine oil level. Refer to " «INSPECTION»(ref-405863-S38900614132011062300000) ".
- Start the engine, and check there is no leakage of engine oil.
- Stop the engine and wait for 10 minutes.
- Check the engine oil level, and adjust the level. Refer to " «INSPECTION»(ref-405863-S38900614132011062300000) ".
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- Remove ignition coil. Refer to " «REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION»(ref-405857-S36413518662011062300000) ".
- Remove spark plug with spark plug wrench (commercial service tool). CAUTION: Never drop or shock spark plug.
INSPECTION AFTER REMOVAL
Use standard type spark plug for normal condition.
Spark plug (standard) : Refer to " SPARK PLUG ".
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EVAP VAPOR LINES : Inspection
For California, refer to " INSPECTION ".
For USA (Federal) and Canada, refer to " INSPECTION ".
For Mexico, refer to " INSPECTION ".
EXHAUST SYSTEM : Inspection
Check exhaust pipes, muffler, and mounting for improper attachment, leakage, cracks, damage or deterioration.
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- If anything is found, repair or replace damaged parts.
AXLE AND SUSPENSION PARTS : Inspection
Check front and rear axle and suspension parts for excessive play, cracks, wear or other damage.
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- Shake each wheel to check for excessive play.
- Check wheel bearings for smooth operation.
- Check axle and suspension nuts and bolts for looseness.
- Check strut (shock absorber) for oil leakage or other damage.
- Check suspension ball joint for grease leakage and ball joint dust cover for cracks or other damage.
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- Check boot and drive shaft for cracks, wear, damage and grease leakage.
SEAT BELT, BUCKLES, RETRACTORS, ANCHORS AND ADJUSTERS : Inspection
For front seat belt illustration. Refer to " SEAT BELT RETRACTOR : EXPLODED VIEW ".
For rear seat belt illustration. Refer to " SEAT BELT RETRACTOR : EXPLODED VIEW ".
| CAUTION | After any collision, inspect all seat belt assemblies, including retractors and other attached hardwares (I.e. anchor bolt, guide rail set). Nissan recommends to replace all seat belt assemblies in use during a collision, unless not damaged and properly operating after minor collision. Also inspect seat belt assemblies not in use during a collision, and replace if damaged or improperly operating. Seat belt pre-tensioner should be replaced even if the seat belts are not in use during a frontal collision where the driver and passenger air bags are deployed. If any component of seat belt assembly is questionable, do not repair. Replace as seat belt assembly. If webbing is cut, frayed, or damaged, replace belt assembly. Never oil tongue and buckle. Use a genuine NISSAN seat belt assembly. |
For details, refer to " SEAT BELT RETRACTOR : INSPECTION ", " SEAT BELT RETRACTOR : INSPECTION " in Seat Belt article.
- Check anchors for loose mounting
- Check belts for damage
- Check retractor for smooth operation
- Check function of buckles and tongues when buckled and released