Engine: Service Precautions

Precaution for Supplemental Restraint System (SRS) "AIR BAG" and "SEAT BELT PRE-TENSIONER"
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.

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 performed by an authorized NISSAN/INFINITI dealer.
^ Improper maintenance, including incorrect removal and installation of the SRS, can lead to personal injury caused by unintentional activation of the system.

^ Do not use electrical test equipment on any circuit related to the SRS unless instructed to. SRS wiring harnesses can be identified by yellow and/or orange harnesses or harness connectors.

Precaution for Procedure without Cowl Top Cover

When performing the procedure after removing cowl top cover, cover the lower end of windshield.

Precaution Necessary for Steering Wheel Rotation After Battery Disconnect

NOTE:
^ This Procedure is applied only to models with Intelligent Key system and NATS (NISSAN ANTI-THEFT SYSTEM).
^ Remove and install all control units after disconnecting both battery cables with the ignition knob in the "LOCK" position.
^ Always use CONSULT-III to perform self-diagnosis as a part of each function inspection after finishing work. If DTC is detected, perform trouble diagnosis according to self-diagnostic results.

For models equipped with the Intelligent Key system and NATS, an electrically controlled steering lock mechanism is adopted on the key cylinder.

For this reason, if the battery is disconnected or if the battery is discharged, the steering wheel will lock and steering wheel rotation will become impossible.

If steering wheel rotation is required when battery power is interrupted, follow the procedure below before starting the repair operation.

OPERATION PROCEDURE
1. Connect both battery cables.

NOTE:
Supply power using jumper cables if battery is discharged.

2. Use the Intelligent Key or mechanical key to turn the ignition switch to the "ACC" position. At this time, the steering lock will be released.
3. Disconnect both battery cables. The steering lock will remain released and the steering wheel can be rotated.
4. Perform the necessary repair operation.
5. When the repair work is completed, return the ignition switch to the "LOCK" position before connecting the battery cables. (At this time, the steering lock mechanism will engage.)
6. Perform a self-diagnosis check of all control units using CONSULT-III.

Precaution for Drain Coolant
^ Drain coolant when engine is cooled.

Precaution for Disconnecting Fuel Piping
^ Before starting work, make sure no fire or spark producing items are in the work area.
^ Release fuel pressure before disassembly.
^ After disconnecting pipes, plug openings to stop fuel leakage.

Precaution for Removal and Disassembly
^ When instructed to use special service tools, use the specified tools. Always be careful to work safely, avoid forceful or uninstructed operations.
^ Exercise maximum care to avoid damage to mating or sliding surfaces.
^ Cover openings of engine system with tape or the equivalent, if necessary, to seal out foreign materials.
^ Mark and arrange disassembly parts in an organized way for easy troubleshooting and assembly.
^ When loosening nuts and bolts, as a basic rule, start with the one furthest outside, then the one diagonally opposite, and so on. If the order of loosening is specified, do exactly as specified. Power tools may be used where noted in the step.

Precaution for Inspection, Repair and Replacement
^ Before repairing or replacing, thoroughly inspect parts. Inspect new replacement parts in the same way, and replace if necessary.

Precaution for Assembly and Installation
^ Use torque wrench to tighten bolts or nuts to specification.
^ When tightening nuts and bolts, as a basic rule, equally tighten in several different steps starting with the ones in center, then ones on inside and outside diagonally in this order. If the order of tightening is specified, do exactly as specified.
^ Replace with new gasket, packing, oil seal or O-ring.
^ Thoroughly wash, clean, and air-blow each part. Carefully check oil or coolant passages for any restriction and blockage.
^ Avoid damaging sliding or mating surfaces. Completely remove foreign materials such as cloth lint or dust. Before assembly, oil sliding surfaces well.
^ Release air within route after draining coolant.
^ Before starting engine, apply fuel pressure to fuel lines with turning ignition switch ON (with engine stopped). Then make sure that there are no leaks at fuel line connections.
^ After repairing, start engine and increase engine speed to check coolant, fuel, oil, and exhaust systems for leakage.

Parts Requiring Angular Tightening
^ Use an angle wrench for the final tightening of the following engine parts:
^ Cylinder head bolts
^ Camshaft sprocket (INT)
^ Main bearing cap bolts
^ Connecting rod cap nuts
^ Crankshaft pulley bolt (No angle wrench is required as the bolt flange is provided with notches for angular tightening)
Tool number: KV10112100 (BT-8653-A)
^ Do not use a torque value for final tightening.
^ The torque value for these parts are for a preliminary step.
^ Ensure thread and seat surfaces are clean and coated with engine oil.