Engine Cooling System: Removal & Installation Nissan Rogue II

REMOVAL

Note. When removing components such as hoses, tubes/lines, etc., cap or plug openings to prevent fluid from spilling.

1. Disconnect battery negative terminal.
2. Disconnect battery positive terminal. Refer to " «EXPLODED VIEW»(ref-616710-S02825739762014051900000) ".
3. Depower SRS system. Refer to " «SERVICE»(ref-616711-S15348911422014051900000) ".
4. Drain engine coolant from radiator. Refer to " «DRAINING»(ref-616716-S22959837822014051900000) ". CAUTION: Perform this step when the engine is cold. Do not spill engine coolant on the drive belt.
5. Remove engine under cover. Refer to " «FLOOR UNDER COVER: REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION»(ref-616717-S18651389222014051900000) ".
6. Remove over fender. Refer to " «FRONT OVER FENDER: REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION»(ref-616717-S00496294602014051900000) ".
7. Remove front air spoiler. Refer to " «EXPLODED VIEW»(ref-616717-S41311146692014051900000) ".
8. Remove fender protector side cover. Refer to " «FENDER PROTECTOR: EXPLODED VIEW»(ref-616717-S39205674252014051900000) ".
9. Remove radiator core support (upper). Refer to " «EXPLODED VIEW»(ref-616717-S41311146692014051900000) ".
10. Remove radiator hose (upper/lower) from radiator. Refer to " «EXPLODED VIEW»(ref-616716-S40161393792014051900000) ". CAUTION: Do not spill engine coolant on the drive belt.
11. Remove clamps from radiator hose (upper/lower), (if necessary). NOTE: Radiator hoses have glued on clamps. Apply heat gun at glued location, usually located on the underside of the radiator hose (upper/lower), a short distance from clamp. While applying heat, simultaneously wiggle or pressure the clamp tab gently until it can be removed from the hose without damaging it. WARNING: Wear hand protection while applying heat to remove glue.
12. Remove condenser. Refer to " «CONDENSER: REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION»(ref-616712-S20998302902014051900000) ". CAUTION: Be careful not to damage the condenser.
13. Remove cooling fan assembly. Refer to " «EXPLODED VIEW»(ref-616716-S03473983352014051900000) ". CAUTION: Be careful not to damage the radiator.
14. Remove radiator. CAUTION: Be careful not to damage or scratch the radiator.

INSTALLATION

Installation is in the reverse order of removal.

1. After installation, refill coolant and check for leaks. Refer to " «REFILLING»(ref-616716-S00529212852014051900000) " and " «INSPECTION»(ref-616716-S30845761742014051900000) ". CAUTION: Do not spill coolant in engine compartment. Use a shop cloth to absorb coolant.

Note. When removing components such as hoses, tubes/lines, etc., cap or plug openings to prevent fluid from spilling.

1. Disconnect battery negative terminal.
2. Disconnect battery positive terminal. Refer to " «EXPLODED VIEW»(ref-616710-S02825739762014051900000) ".
3. Depower SRS system. Refer to " «SERVICE»(ref-616711-S15348911422014051900000) ".
4. Drain engine coolant from radiator. Refer to " «DRAINING»(ref-616716-S22959837822014051900000) ". CAUTION: Perform this step when the engine is cold. Do not spill engine coolant on the drive belt.
5. Remove engine under cover. Refer to " «FLOOR UNDER COVER: REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION»(ref-616717-S18651389222014051900000) ".
6. Remove front air spoiler. Refer to " «EXPLODED VIEW»(ref-616717-S41311146692014051900000) ".
7. Remove fender protector side cover. Refer to " «FENDER PROTECTOR: EXPLODED VIEW»(ref-616717-S39205674252014051900000) ".
8. Remove air duct (inlet). Refer to " «EXPLODED VIEW»(ref-616715-S17384071422014051900000) ".
9. Remove bumper fascia assembly. Refer to " «EXPLODED VIEW»(ref-616717-S41311146692014051900000) ".
10. Remove radiator core support (upper). Refer to «EXPLODED VIEW»(ref-616717-S41311146692014051900000) .
11. Remove radiator hose (upper) from radiator. Refer to " «EXPLODED VIEW»(ref-616716-S40161393792014051900000) ". CAUTION: Do not spill engine coolant on the drive belt.
12. Disconnect harness connector from cooling fan controller.
13. Remove harness retainers from fan shroud.
14. Remove CVT cooler hose retainers from fan shroud.
15. Remove reservoir tank hose from fan shroud. Refer to " «EXPLODED VIEW»(ref-616716-S40161393792014051900000) ".
16. Remove fan shroud. Refer to " «EXPLODED VIEW»(ref-616716-S03473983352014051900000) ". CAUTION: Be careful not to damage the radiator.

Installation is in the reverse order of removal.

Note. Cooling fan is controlled by ECM. For details, refer to " ON BOARD DIAGNOSIS FUNCTION ".

1. Drain engine coolant. Refer to " «DRAINING»(ref-616716-S22959837822014051900000) ". WARNING: Do not remove the radiator cap when the engine is hot. Serious burns could occur from high pressure coolant escaping from the radiator. CAUTION: Perform this step when the engine is cold. Do not spill engine coolant on the drive belt.
2. Remove the generator. Rafer to " «REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION»(ref-616727-S12195478262014051900000) ".
3. Remove water pump. Engine coolant will leak from the cylinder block. CAUTION: Handle water pump vane so that it does not contact any other parts. Water pump cannot be disassembled and should be replaced as a unit.

Scheme 6

Scheme 7

1. Tighten water pump bolts in sequence to specification. 25 N.m (2.6 kg-m, 18 ft-lb)
2. Tighten water pump housing bolts in sequence to specification. 25 N.m (2.6 kg-m, 18 ft-lb) Installation of remaining components is in the reverse order of removal. After installation, refill coolant and check for leaks. Refer to " «REFILLING»(ref-616716-S00529212852014051900000) " and " «INSPECTION»(ref-616716-S30845761742014051900000) ". CAUTION: Do not spill coolant in engine compartment. Use a shop cloth to absorb coolant. Do not reuse water pump gasket.

Scheme 8

1. Check visually that there is no significant dirt or rusting on water pump body and vane.
2. Check that there is no looseness in vane shaft, and that it turns smoothly when rotated by hand.
3. Replace water pump, if necessary.

Removal and Installation

1. Drain engine coolant from the radiator. Refer to " «DRAINING»(ref-616716-S22959837822014051900000) ". CAUTION: Perform this step when the engine is cold. Do not spill coolant on drive belt.
2. Remove engine under cover. Refer to " «FLOOR UNDER COVER: REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION»(ref-616717-S18651389222014051900000) ".
3. Remove radiator hose (lower) from the water inlet side.
4. Remove exhaust manifold heat shield. Refer to " «EXPLODED VIEW»(ref-616715-S02001174702014051900000) ".
5. Remove water inlet and thermostat.

Installation is in the reverse order of removal.

Scheme 9

1. Install the thermostat with the whole circumference of the flange fitting securely inside the rubber ring. CAUTION: Do not reuse rubber ring. Ensure thermostat rubber ring mounting surface is free from dents or flaws.
2. Install the thermostat with the jiggle valve facing upwards. The position deviation may be within the range of ±20°.
3. After installation, refill coolant and check for leaks. Refer to " «REFILLING»(ref-616716-S00529212852014051900000) " and " «INSPECTION»(ref-616716-S30845761742014051900000) ".

Scheme 10

1. Place a thread (A) so that it is caught in the valves of thermostat (1) and water control valve. Immerse fully in a container (B) filled with water. Heat while stirring. (The example in the figure shows thermostat.)
2. The valve opening temperature is the temperature at which the valve opens and falls from the thread.
3. Continue heating. Check the maximum valve lift amount. NOTE: The maximum valve lift amount standard temperature for water control valve is the reference value.
4. After checking the maximum valve lift amount, lower the water temperature and check the valve closing temperature. Standard Thermostat: Refer to " «THERMOSTAT»(ref-616716-S31386960682014051900000) ".
5. If out of the standard, replace either or both thermostat and water control valve.

Note. When removing components such as hoses, tubes/lines, etc., cap or plug openings to prevent fluid from spilling.

1. Drain engine coolant from the radiator. Refer to " «DRAINING»(ref-616716-S22959837822014051900000) ".
2. Remove the upper radiator hose from water outlet.
3. Remove resonator assembly. Refer to " «EXPLODED VIEW»(ref-616715-S17384071422014051900000) ".
4. Remove battery tray. Refer to " «EXPLODED VIEW»(ref-616710-S18085497132014051900000) ".
5. Remove ECM/TCM bracket, (if necessary).
6. Disconnect harness connector from water temperature sensor.
7. Remove water temperature sensor from water outlet, (if necessary).
8. Remove heater hoses from water outlet. NOTE: Note location of heater hoses prior to removal to serve as an installation aid.
9. Remove water hoses from water outlet. NOTE: Note location of heater hoses prior to removal to serve as an installation aid.
10. Remove water hoses from electric throttle control actuator.
11. Remove the water outlet.

Scheme 11

1. Tighten water outlet bolts in sequence to specification. 22 N.m (2.2 kg-m, 16 ft-lb) Installation of remaining components is in the reverse order of removal. CAUTION: Do not reuse heater pipe O-ring. Do not reuse water outlet O-ring. To install heater pipe, first apply a mild soap to the O-ring and quickly insert the heater pipe into the housing. Do not spill coolant in engine compartment. Use a shop cloth to absorb coolant. After installation, refill coolant and check for leaks. Refer to " «REFILLING»(ref-616716-S00529212852014051900000) " and " «INSPECTION»(ref-616716-S30845761742014051900000) ".