Maintenance Information Nissan Stanza III

VIN LOCATION

The Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) is located on the left side of the dash panel at the base of the windshield. The VIN chart explains the code characters.

VIN CODE ID EXPLANATION

Numbers preceding the explanations in the legend below refer to the sequence of characters as listed on VIN identification label. See VIN example below.

VIN Code ID Explanation. Scheme 2

SEVERE & NORMAL SERVICE DEFINITIONS

Note. Use the Severe Service schedule if the vehicle to be serviced is operated under ANY (one or more) of these conditions

Service is recommended at mileage intervals based on vehicle operation. Service schedules are based on the following primary operating conditions

Normal Service

1. Driven More Than 10 Miles Daily
2. No Operating Conditions From Severe Service Schedule

Severe Service (Unique Driving Conditions)

1. Short Trips In Freezing Temperatures
2. Towing Or Commercial Use
3. Driving In Rough, Muddy, Salty Or Sandy Areas
4. Severe Dust Conditions
5. Hot Weather, Stop-And-Go Driving
6. Extensive Idling

CAMSHAFT TIMING BELT

The condition of camshaft drive belts should always be checked on vehicles which have more than 50,000 miles. Although some manufacturers do not recommend belt replacement at a specified mileage, others require it at 60,000-100,000 miles. A camshaft drive belt failure may cause extensive damage to internal engine components on most engines, although some designs do not allow piston-to-valve contact. These designs are often called "Free Wheeling".

Many manufacturers changed their maintenance and warranty schedules in the mid-1980's to reflect timing belt inspection and/or replacement at 50,000-60,000 miles. Most service interval schedules in this manual reflect these changes.

Belts or components should be inspected and replaced if any of the following conditions exist

1. Cracks Or Tears In Belt Surface
2. Missing, Damaged, Cracked Or Rounded Teeth
3. Oil Contamination
4. Damaged Or Faulty Tensioners
5. Incorrect Tension Adjustment

Replace camshaft timing belt at 60,000 miles.

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SERVICE LABOR TIMES

Note. For 1990 and newer vehicles, labor times are provided, where available, within appropriate SERVICE INTERVAL table in SCHEDULED SERVICES article.

TIRE SPECIFICATIONS

Tire specifications are imprinted on the tire side wall. The recommended cold tire inflation pressures are listed on a label attached inside glove compartment for all wagon and 1983-86 sedan models. On the sedan models for 1987-92, the inflation pressures label is attached to the center console lid. Pressures must never exceed the maximum values molded onto tire side wall.

WHEEL TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS

WHEEL TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS

BATTERY SPECIFICATIONS

If battery is replaced, it should be of the same group number as shown on the original battery's label.

BATTERY WARNING

REPLACING BLOWN FUSES

Before replacing a blown fuse, remove ignition key, turn off all lights and accessories to avoid damaging the electrical system. Be sure to use fuse with the correct indicated amperage rating. The use of an incorrect amperage rating fuse may result in a dangerous electrical system overload.

BRAKE FLUID

Be careful when handling brake fluid as it is harmful to eyes and may damage painted surfaces.

BRAKE PAD WEAR INDICATOR

Indicator will cause a squealing or scraping noise, warning that brake pads need replacement.

CATALYTIC CONVERTER

Continued operation of vehicle with a severe malfunction could cause converter to overheat, resulting in possible damage to converter and vehicle.

Any modification to the exhaust system on turbo models, which reduces exhaust backpressure, will lead to lean fuel mixtures and excessive spark advance. This could cause serious engine damage.

ELECTROSTATIC DISCHARGE SENSITIVE (ESD) PARTS

ENGINE OIL

FUEL SYSTEM SERVICE

HALOGEN BULBS

RADIATOR CAP

RADIATOR FAN

WARRANTY INFORMATION

NEW VEHICLE LIMITED WARRANTY

Covers the cost of all parts and labor needed to repair or adjust any item (except tires) on vehicle that has been proven defective in material or workmanship for 36 months or 36,000 miles, whichever occurs first.

PERFORATION WARRANTY

Covers any body sheet metal panel found to have developed perforation (rust-through) due to corrosion in normal use for 60 months from date of delivery, regardless of mileage.

POWERTRAIN WARRANTY

Takes effect upon the expiration of New Vehicle Limited Warranty and extends coverage up to a maximum of 60 months or 60,000 miles, whichever occurs first, on 1991-92 models. Powertrain on earlier model years is covered for 36 months or 36,000 miles. See copy of warranty for specific components covered.

RADIO, TAPE DECK, & AMPLIFIER WARRANTY

Covers repairs needed to correct defects in materials or workmanship for 12 months from date of delivery, regardless of mileage.

AIR CONDITIONING WARRANTY

Covers the sealed refrigerant portion of the air conditioning system for 12 months, regardless of mileage.

EMISSION SYSTEM DEFECTS WARRANTY (EXCEPT CALIFORNIA)

Manufacturer warrants its emission components in vehicle to be free of defects in material and workmanship and that vehicle is designed, built and equipped to conform to all applicable Federal standards for emission control system at the time of sale. Warranty begins on the date vehicle is delivered or first put in use and is effective for 5 years or 50,000 miles, whichever occurs first.

EMISSION PERFORMANCE WARRANTY (EXCEPT CALIFORNIA)

Vehicle is warranted to comply to all applicable emissions standards as judged by an EPA-approved emissions test, for 5 years or 50,000 miles, whichever occurs first. After 24 months or 24,000 miles, only primary emission components which cause vehicle to fail an emissions test are covered. Refer to customer's copy of warranty information for specific details.

EMISSION SYSTEM DEFECTS WARRANTY (CALIFORNIA)

Warrants that vehicle is designed, built and equipped to conform to all applicable requirements of the California Air Resources Board and that emission control system in vehicle is free of defects in material and workmanship which would cause it to fail to meet those requirements. Warranty period is 5 years or 50,000 miles on 1988-89 vehicles, 3 years or 50,000 miles on 1990 vehicles, and 5 years or 50,000 miles on 1991-92 vehicles. On 1990 and later model years, certain primary emissions control components are warranted for 7 years or 70,000 miles, whichever occurs first. Maintenance items are only warranted until time of first scheduled replacement. Refer to customer's copy of warranty for specific details.

EMISSION PERFORMANCE WARRANTY (CALIFORNIA)

Vehicle is warranted against any defects that would cause failure to pass a California Smog Check test for 2 years or 24,000 miles, whichever occurs first. (3 years/50,000 miles on 1990 and later models). Warranty coverage is extended to a maximum of 5 years or 50,000 miles (7 years/70,000 miles on 1990 and later models) on only those primary components which affect the vehicle's emissions performance, and on defects in materials or workmanship which would cause vehicle to fail a required Smog Check Test. Refer to customer's copy of warranty information for specific details.

FUSE PANEL LOCATION

The fuse block is located under the glove compartment. If a fuse is blown, locate the cause before replacing the fuse. Spare fuses are contained in the fuse block. If an electrical failure occurs and the fuses are in good condition, check the fusible links located in the engine compartment and replace as necessary. Use only fuse/fusible link with correct amperage rating when replacing blown fuse or melted fusible link.

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Fuse & Circuit Breaker Identification

1. 1 - 20 Amp - Radiator Fan
2. 2 - 20 Amp - Rear Window Defogger
3. 3 - 10 Amp - Turn Signal Flasher, Warning System, Back-Up Lights, Cruise Control, Gauges
4. 4 - 20 Amp - Switching Module, Automatic Choke, Engine Revolution Switch
5. 5 - 20 Amp - Blower Motor
6. 6 - 20 Amp - Windshield Wiper & Washer, Cigarette Lighter
7. 7 - 10 Amp - Audio
8. 8 - 10 Amp - Rear Wiper & Washer
9. 9 - 20 Amp - Air Conditioner (A/C)
10. 10 - 10 Amp - Stoplight, Cruise Control, Trunk Compartment & Step Lights
11. 11 - 10 Amp - Interior Light, Clock
12. 12 - 10 Amp - Clearance Lights, Instrument Cluster Illumination, License Plate Lights, Side Marker Lights, Taillights
13. 13 - 10 Amp - Hazard Flasher, Horn
14. 14 - 10 Amp - Left Headlight
15. 15 - 10 Amp - Right Headlight

1. 1 - 20 Amp (1984-85 Carburetor Models) - Radiator Fan 10 Amp (1984-85 EFI Models) - Gauges, Warning Systems, Seat Belt Timer, Back-Up Light (Manual Transmission), Inhibitor Switch (Automatic Transmission) 10 Amp (1986) - Gauges, Warning Systems, Seat Belt Timer, Back-Up Light (Manual Transmission), Cruise Control, Inhibitor Switch (Automatic Transmission), Radiator Fan
2. 2 - 10 Amp (1984-85 Carburetor Models) - Gauges, Warning System, Seat Belt Timer, Back-Up Light (Manual Transmission), Inhibitor Switch (Automatic Transmission) 20 Amp (1984-85 EFI Models) - Power Steering Switch, Heater Relay, Lock-Up Solenoid 20 Amp (1986) - Power Steering Switch, Heater Relay, Lock-Up Solenoid, Bulb Check Relay
3. 3 - 20 Amp (Carburetor Models) - Auto Choke, Power Steering Switch, Heater Relay, Lock-Up Solenoid 10 Amp (EFI Models) - Electronic Fuel Injection (EFI) System
4. 4 - 20 Amp (1984-85) - Blower Motor 20 Amp (1986) - Blower Motor, A/C
5. 5 - 20 Amp - Windshield Wiper & Washer, Cigarette Lighter, Clock
6. 6 - 10 Amp - Audio
7. 7 - 10 Amp (1984-85) - Rear Window Wiper & Washer Blank (1986)
8. 8 - 20 Amp - Rear Window Defogger
9. 9 - 20 Amp - Rear Window Defogger
10. 10 - 20 Amp (1984-85) - A/C, Interior Light, Clock 20 Amp (1986) - A/C, Interior Light, Clock, Spotlight, Radio
11. 11 - 10 Amp - Stoplights, Trunk Compartment Light, Step Lights, Cruise Control
12. 12 - 10 Amp (1984-85) - Clearance Lights, Instrument Cluster Illumination, License Plate Lights, Side Marker Lights, Taillights 10 Amp (1986) - Clearance Lights, Instrument Cluster, Illumination, License Plate Lights, Side Marker Lights, Taillights, Key Switch
13. 13 - 10 Amp - Combination Flasher Unit, Horn
14. 14 - 10 Amp - Left Headlight
15. 15 - 10 Amp - Right Headlight

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1. 1 - 15 Amp (1987-88) - Rear Window Wiper & Washer, Cigarette Lighter, Mirror Control Switch 15 Amp (1989) - Cigarette Lighter, Mirror Control Switch
2. 2 - 20 Amp (1987-88) - Windshield Wiper & Washer, Time Control Unit, Wiper Relay, Heater, A/C 20 Amp (1989) - Windshield Wiper & Washer, Wiper Relay, Time Control Unit, A/C
3. 3 - 10 Amp - Radio, Audio, Power Antenna
4. 4 - 10 Amp - Interior, Spot, Step & Trunk Lights, Radio, Audio, Power Antenna Timer, Time Control Unit
5. 5 - 10 Amp - Clearance Lights, Instrument Cluster Illumination, License Plate Lights, Side Marker Lights, Taillights, Warning Chime
6. 6 - 15 Amp - Right Headlight
7. 7 - 15 Amp - Left Headlight
8. 8 - Blank
9. 9 - 15 Amp (1987-88) - Inhibitor Switch, Light Check Relay 15 Amp (1989) - Light Check Relay, Auxiliary Air Control Valve, EGR & Air Induction Valve Control Solenoids, Pressure Regulator Solenoid, Air Regulator
10. 10 - 10 Amp - Fuel Pump
11. 11 - 15 Amp - Blower Motor
12. 12 - 15 Amp - Blower Motor
13. 13 - 10 Amp (1987 & 89) - Horn 10 Amp (1988) - Horn Relay, Radiator Cooling Fan
14. 14 - 15 Amp - Stoplight Switch, Cruise Control
15. 15 - 10 Amp (1987) - Hazard, Key Switch, Time Control Unit 10 Amp (1988-89) - Hazard, Key Switch
16. 16 - 20 Amp - Rear Window Defogger
17. 17 - 20 Amp - Rear Window Defogger
18. 18 - 10 Amp (1987) - Rear Window Defogger Switch, Time Control Unit, Heater, A/C 10 Amp (1988) - Rear Window Defogger Switch, Heater, A/C, Time Control Unit, Radiator Cooling Fan 10 Amp (1989) - Rear Window Defogger Relay, A/C, Check Connector, Radiator Cooling Fan
19. 19 - 10 Amp (1987) - Gauges, Back-Up & Warning Lights, Time Control Unit, Power Window Relay 10 Amp (1988-89) - Gauges, Back-Up & Warning Lights, Overdrive Control Switch, Time Control Unit, Power Window Relay, Power Antenna
20. 20 - 10 Amp - Turn Signal, Lock-Up Solenoid, Automatic Transmission Control Unit, Overdrive Control Solenoid, Cruise Control

1. 1 - 15 Amp - Left Headlight
2. 2 - 10 Amp - Interior Light, Fuel Lid Warning, Radio, Warning Relay, Key Switch, Clock
3. 3 - 10 Amp - Clearance Lights, Instrument Cluster Illumination, License Plate Lights, Side Marker Lights, Taillights, Warning Chime
4. 4 - 10 Amp - Cigarette Lighter
5. 5 - 20 Amp - Heater, A/C
6. 6 - 20 Amp - Heater, A/C
7. 7 - 20 Amp - A/C
8. 8 - Blank
9. 9 - 20 Amp - Rear Window Defogger
10. 10 - Blank
11. 11 - 15 Amp - Right Headlight
12. 12 - 20 Amp - Horn, Hazard
13. 13 - 15 Amp - Stoplight
14. 14 - Blank
15. 15 - 10 Amp - Radio, Clock, Rear Wiper & Washer, Remote Control Door Mirror
16. 16 - 20 Amp - Windshield Wiper & Washer
17. 17 - Blank
18. 18 - 10 Amp - Gauges, Warning Light, Cruise Control, Turn Signal & Back-Up Lights, Hold Relay, Seat Belt Timer & Buzzer
19. 19 - 10 Amp - Bulb Check Relay, Heater Relay, Inhibitor Switch, Idle-Up Solenoid Valve, Overdrive Cancel Solenoid, Lock-Up Solenoid, Power Steering Oil Pressure Switch
20. 20 - 10 Amp - Fuel Pump, Air Regulator

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1. 1 - 10 Amp - Key Switch, Shift Lock System
2. 2 - 15 Amp - Cigarette Lighter
3. 3 - 10 Amp - Door Mirror
4. 4 - 10 Amp - Air Conditioner, Auto Amp.
5. 5 - 10 Amp - Audio, Power Antenna, Clock & Time Control Unit
6. 6 - 10 Amp - Fuel Pump
7. 7 - 10 Amp - Cruise Control & Bulb Check Relay
8. 8 - 20 Amp - Wiper & Washer
9. 9 - 20 Amp - Blower Motor
10. 10 - 20 Amp - Blower Motor
11. 11 - Blank
12. 12 - 20 Amp - Rear Defogger
13. 13 - 20 Amp - Rear Defogger
14. 14 - 10 Amp - Back-Up Light, Inhibitor Switch, Shift Lock System, A/T Mode, A/T Control System, Neutral Switch
15. 15 - 10 Amp - Interior, Spotlights, Key Illumination, Trunk Light
16. 16 - 15 Amp - Stoplight, Shift Lock System
17. 17 - 10 Amp - Audio, Power Antenna, Clock, Time Control Unit, Chime, Automatic Seat Belt System, A/T Control System
18. 18 - 10 Amp - Turn Signal, Cornering Light
19. 19 - 10 Amp - Meter, Gauge, Warning Light, Rear Defogger Relay, Daytime Light Unit, Check Connector
20. 20 - 10 Amp - Radiator Fan System, Cruise Control, Power Antenna, Time Control Unit, Anti-Lock Brake System, Automatic Seat Belts, Blower Relay
21. 21 - 15 Amp - Clearance Lights, Instrument Cluster Illumination, License Plate Lights, Side Marker Lights, Taillights
22. 22 - 10 Amp - Horn, Cruise Control, Steering Switch
23. 23 - 10 Amp - Hazard Warning
24. 24 - Blank
25. 25 - Blank
26. 26 - 10 Amp - Daytime Light Unit, Cruise Control