ENGINE

ENGINE COOLING SYSTEM

SECTION CO CO

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CONTENTS
SERVICE INFORMATION ............................ 2 Removal and Installation .........................................12 F
Checking Radiator Cap ...........................................14
PRECAUTIONS ................................................... 2 Checking Radiator ...................................................14
Precaution for Supplemental Restraint System G
(SRS) "AIR BAG" and "SEAT BELT PRE-TEN- RADIATOR (ALUMINUM TYPE) ...................... 16
SIONER" ................................................................... 2 Disassembly and Assembly .....................................16
Precaution for Battery Service .................................. 2
Precaution for Liquid Gasket ..................................... 2
COOLING FAN .................................................. 20 H
Removal and Installation .........................................20
PREPARATION ................................................... 4 Disassembly and Assembly .....................................21
Special Service Tool ................................................. 4 I
Commercial Service Tool .......................................... 4
WATER PUMP .................................................. 22
Removal and Installation .........................................22
OVERHEATING CAUSE ANALYSIS .................. 6
Troubleshooting Chart ............................................... 6
WATER INLET AND THERMOSTAT ASSEM- J
BLY .................................................................... 25
COOLING SYSTEM ............................................ 8 Removal and Installation .........................................25
Cooling Circuit ........................................................... 8 K
System Chart ............................................................ 8 WATER OUTLET AND WATER PIPING .......... 27
Removal and Installation .........................................27
ENGINE COOLANT ............................................ 9
Inspection .................................................................. 9 SERVICE DATA AND SPECIFICATIONS L
Changing Engine Coolant ......................................... 9 (SDS) ................................................................. 29
Standard and Limit ..................................................29
RADIATOR .........................................................12 M

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SERVICE INFORMATION
PRECAUTIONS
Precaution for Supplemental Restraint System (SRS) "AIR BAG" and "SEAT BELT
PRE-TENSIONER" INFOID:0000000003261211

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.
Information necessary to service the system safely is included in the “SUPPLEMENTAL RESTRAINT SYS-
TEM” and “SEAT BELTS” of this Service Manual.
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. For removal of Spiral Cable and Air Bag
Module, see the “SUPPLEMENTAL RESTRAINT SYSTEM”.
• Do not use electrical test equipment on any circuit related to the SRS unless instructed to in this
Service Manual. SRS wiring harnesses can be identified by yellow and/or orange harnesses or har-
ness connectors.
PRECAUTIONS WHEN USING POWER TOOLS (AIR OR ELECTRIC) AND HAMMERS
WARNING:
• When working near the Air Bag Diagnosis Sensor Unit or other Air Bag System sensors with the
ignition ON or engine running, DO NOT use air or electric power tools or strike near the sensor(s)
with a hammer. Heavy vibration could activate the sensor(s) and deploy the air bag(s), possibly
causing serious injury.
• When using air or electric power tools or hammers, always switch the ignition OFF, disconnect the
battery, and wait at least 3 minutes before performing any service.
Precaution for Battery Service INFOID:0000000001645456

Before disconnecting the battery, lower both the driver and passenger windows. This will prevent any interfer-
ence between the window edge and the vehicle when the door is opened/closed. During normal operation, the
window slightly raises and lowers automatically to prevent any window to vehicle interference. The automatic
window function will not work with the battery disconnected.
Precaution for Liquid Gasket INFOID:0000000001645457

REMOVAL OF LIQUID GASKET SEALING

• After removing mounting bolts and nuts, separate the mating sur-
face using seal cutter (SST) and remove old liquid gasket sealing.
CAUTION:
Be careful not to damage the mating surfaces.
• Tap seal cutter to insert it, and then slide it by tapping on the side
as shown in the figure.
• In areas where seal cutter (SST) is difficult to use, use plastic ham-
mer to lightly tap the parts, to remove it.
CAUTION:
If for some unavoidable reason tool such as screwdriver is
used, be careful not to damage the mating surfaces.
PBIC0002E

LIQUID GASKET APPLICATION PROCEDURE

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1. Using scraper, remove old liquid gasket adhering to the liquid
gasket application surface and the mating surface. A
• Remove liquid gasket completely from the groove of the liquid
gasket application surface, mounting bolts, and bolt holes.
2. Wipe the liquid gasket application surface and the mating sur- CO
face with white gasoline (lighting and heating use) to remove
adhering moisture, grease and foreign materials.
C

PBIC0003E

D
3. Attach liquid gasket tube to tube presser (commercial service
tool).
Use Genuine RTV Silicone Sealant or equivalent. Refer to
E
GI-42.
4. Apply liquid gasket without breaks to the specified location with
the specified dimensions.
• If there is a groove for the liquid gasket application, apply liq- F
uid gasket to the groove.

G
EMA0622D

• As for the bolt holes, normally apply liquid gasket inside the H
holes. Occasionally, it should be applied outside the holes.
Check to read the text of service manual.
• Within five minutes of liquid gasket application, install the mat-
I
ing component.
• If liquid gasket protrudes, wipe it off immediately.
• Do not retighten mounting bolts or nuts after the installation.
• After 30 minutes or more have passed from the installation, fill J
engine oil and engine coolant.
CAUTION:
If there are specific instructions in this manual, observe them. SEM159F K

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PREPARATION
Special Service Tool INFOID:0000000001645458

The actual shapes of Kent-Moore tools may differ from those of special service tools illustrated here.
Tool number
(Kent-Moore No.) Description
Tool name
KV99103510 Installing radiator upper and lower tanks
( — )
Radiator plate pliers A

S-NT224

KV99103520 Removing radiator upper and lower tanks

( — )
Radiator plate pliers B

S-NT225

KV10111100 Removing chain tensioner cover and water

(J37228) pump cover
Seal cutter

NT046

Commercial Service Tool INFOID:0000000001645459

Tool name Description

Tube presser Pressing the tube of liquid gasket

S-NT052

Radiator cap tester Checking radiator and radiator cap

PBIC1982E

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< SERVICE INFORMATION >
Tool name Description
A
Power tool Loosening nuts and bolts

CO

C
PBIC0190E

Radiator cap tester adapter Adapting radiator cap tester to radiator cap
and radiator filler neck
a: 28 (1.10) dia. D
b: 31.4 (1.236) dia.
c: 41.3 (1.626) dia.
Unit: mm (in)
E

S-NT564

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 OVERHEATING CAUSE ANALYSIS
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OVERHEATING CAUSE ANALYSIS
Troubleshooting Chart INFOID:0000000001645460

Symptom Check items

Water pump malfunction Worn or loose drive belt
Thermostat stuck closed —
Dust contamination or pa-
Poor heat transfer Damaged fins per clogging —
Physical damage
Clogged radiator cooling Excess foreign material
tube (rust, dirt, sand, etc.)
Cooling fan does not oper-
ate
Reduced air flow High resistance to fan rota- Fan assembly —
tion
Damaged fan blades
Damaged radiator shroud — — —
Improper engine coolant
Cooling sys- — — —
mixture ratio
tem parts
malfunction Poor engine coolant quality — Engine coolant viscosity —
Loose clamp
Cooling hose
Cracked hose
Water pump Poor sealing
Loose
Radiator cap
Poor sealing
Engine coolant leaks
O-ring for damage, deterio-
Insufficient engine coolant ration or improper fitting
Radiator
Cracked radiator tank
Cracked radiator core
Reservoir tank Cracked reservoir tank
Cylinder head deterioration
Exhaust gas leaks into cool-
Overflowing reservoir tank Cylinder head gasket deteri-
ing system
oration

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Symptom Check items
A
High engine rpm under no
load
Driving in low gear for ex-
Abusive driving CO
tended time
Driving at extremely high
speed
— Overload on engine C
Powertrain system malfunc-
tion
Installed improper size
Except cool- —
wheels and tires D
ing system
parts mal- Dragging brakes
function
Improper ignition timing
E
Blocked bumper —
Installed car brassiere
Blocked radiator grille Mud contamination or paper F
Blocked or restricted air clogging —
flow
Blocked radiator —
Blocked condenser G
Blocked air flow
Installed large fog lamp

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 COOLING SYSTEM
< SERVICE INFORMATION >
COOLING SYSTEM
Cooling Circuit INFOID:0000000001645461

PBIC5067E

System Chart INFOID:0000000001645462

PBIC5028E

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 ENGINE COOLANT
< SERVICE INFORMATION >
ENGINE COOLANT
A
Inspection INFOID:0000000001645463

LEVEL CHECK CO
• Check if the reservoir tank engine coolant level is within the “MIN”
to “MAX” range when engine is cool.
• Adjust the engine coolant level as necessary. C

E
SMA412B

LEAK CHECK
• To check for leaks, apply pressure to the cooling system with radi- F
ator cap tester (commercial service tool) and radiator cap tester
adapter (commercial service tool) (A).
G
Testing pressure
: 157 kPa (1.6 kg/cm2, 23 psi)
H
WARNING:
Never remove radiator cap when engine is hot. Serious burns
could occur from high-pressure engine coolant escaping from
radiator. I
PBIC5072E
CAUTION:
Higher test pressure than specified may cause radiator damage.
NOTE: J
In a case that engine coolant decreases, replenish radiator with engine coolant.
• If anything is found, repair or replace damaged parts.
Changing Engine Coolant INFOID:0000000001645464 K

WARNING:
• To avoid being scalded, never change engine coolant when engine is hot. L
• Wrap a thick cloth around cap and carefully remove cap. First, turn cap a quarter of a turn to release
built-up pressure. Then turn cap all the way.
CAUTION:
Be careful not to allow engine coolant to contact drive belts. M

DRAINING ENGINE COOLANT

1. Remove undercover with power tool. N
2. Open radiator drain plug at the bottom of radiator, and then
remove radiator cap.
O

PBIC0893E

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< SERVICE INFORMATION >
When drain all of engine coolant in the system, open water drain plugs on engine cylinder block.
Refer to EM-106, "Disassembly and Assembly".
3. Remove reservoir tank as necessary, and drain engine coolant and clean reservoir tank before installing.
4. Check drained engine coolant for contaminants such as rust, corrosion or discoloration.
If contaminated, flush the engine cooling system. Refer to "FLUSHING COOLING SYSTEM".
REFILLING ENGINE COOLANT
1. Install reservoir tank if removed, and radiator drain plug.
CAUTION:
Be sure to clean drain plug and install with new O-ring.

Radiator drain plug:

: 1.2 N·m (0.12 kg-m, 11 in-lb)
If water drain plugs on cylinder block are removed, close and tighten them. Refer to EM-106, "Dis-
assembly and Assembly".
2. Check that each hose clamp has been firmly tightened.
3. Remove air relief plug (1) on heater hose.

2 : Heater hose
: Vehicle front

PBIC5029E

4. Fill radiator and reservoir tank to specified level.

• Pour engine coolant through engine coolant filler neck
slowly of less than 2 (2-1/8 US qt, 1-3/4 lmp qt) a minute
to allow air in system to escape.
• Use Genuine NISSAN Long Life Antifreeze/Coolant or
equivalent mixed with water (distilled or demineralized).
Refer to MA-10.

Engine coolant capacity

(with reservoir tank at “MAX” level)
: Approx. 9.0 (9-1/2 US qt, 7-7/8 lmp qt) PBIC5073E

Reservoir tank capacity (at “MAX” level)

: 0.8 (7/8 US qt, 3/4 lmp qt)
• When engine coolant overflows air relief hole on heater hose,
install air relief plug with new O-ring.

Air relief plug:

: 1.2 N·m (0.12 kg-m, 11 in-lb)

SMA412B

5. Install radiator cap.

6. Warm up until opening thermostat. Standard for warming-up time is approximately 10 minutes at 3,000
rpm.
• Check thermostat opening condition by touching radiator hose (lower) to see a flow of warm water.
CAUTION:

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Watch water temperature gauge so as not to overheat engine.
7. Stop engine and cool down to less than approximately 50°C (122°F). A
• Cool down using fan to reduce the time.
• If necessary, refill radiator up to filler neck with engine coolant.
8. Refill reservoir tank to “MAX” level line with engine coolant. CO
9. Repeat steps 4 through 7 two or more times with radiator cap installed until engine coolant level no longer
drops.
10. Check cooling system for leaks with engine running. C
11. Warm up engine, and check for sound of engine coolant flow while running engine from idle up to 3,000
rpm with heater temperature controller set at several position between “COOL” and “WARM”.
• Sound may be noticeable at heater unit. D
12. Repeat step 11 three times.
13. If sound is heard, bleed air from cooling system by repeating step 4 through 7 until engine coolant level no
longer drops. E
FLUSHING COOLING SYSTEM
1. Install reservoir tank if removed, and radiator drain plug.
CAUTION: F
Be sure to clean drain plug and install with new O-ring.

Radiator drain plug: G

: 1.2 N·m (0.12 kg-m, 11 in-lb)
If water drain plugs on cylinder block are removed, close and tighten them. Refer to EM-106, "Dis- H
assembly and Assembly".
2. Remove air relief plug (1) on heater hose.
I
2 : Heater hose
: Vehicle front
J

PBIC5029E

L
3. Fill radiator with water until water spills from the air relief hole, then close air relief plug. Fill radiator and
reservoir tank with water and reinstall radiator cap.
M
Air relief plug:
: 1.2 N·m (0.12 kg-m, 11 in-lb)
4. Run engine and warm it up to normal operating temperature. N
5. Rev engine two or three times under no-load.
6. Stop engine and wait until it cools down.
O
7. Drain water from the system. Refer to "DRAINING ENGINE COOLANT".
8. Repeat steps 1 through 7 until clear water begins to drain from radiator.
P

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< SERVICE INFORMATION >
RADIATOR
Removal and Installation INFOID:0000000001645465

PBIC5031E

1. Reservoir tank hose 2. Reservoir tank cap 3. Reservoir tank hose

4. Radiator hose (upper) 5. Upper mount bracket 6. Mounting rubber (upper)
7. Cover 8. Radiator 9. Mounting rubber (lower)
10. Radiator drain plug 11. O-ring 12. A/T fluid cooler hose (A/T models)
13. Radiator hose (lower) 14. Radiator cooling fan assembly 15. Reservoir tank
A. To water outlet B. To A/T fluid cooler tube (A/T models) C. To water inlet
D. To water outlet

• Refer to GI-8, "Component" for symbol marks in the figure.

WARNING:
Never remove radiator cap when engine is hot. Serious burns could occur from high-pressure engine
coolant escaping from radiator. Wrap a thick cloth around the cap. Slowly turn it a quarter of a turn to
release built-up pressure. Carefully remove radiator cap by turning it all the way.
REMOVAL
1. Remove undercover with power tool.
2. Drain engine coolant from radiator. Refer to CO-9, "Changing Engine Coolant".
CAUTION:
• Perform this step when engine is cold.
• Never spill engine coolant on drive belts.
3. Remove air duct and air cleaner case assembly. Refer to EM-16.
4. Remove bracket mounting bolt for anchoring A/C piping from vehicle left side, so that A/C piping can be
moved.
5. Remove reservoir tank.

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< SERVICE INFORMATION >
6. Removal radiator hoses (upper and lower) and reservoir tank hose.
CAUTION: A
Be careful not to allow engine coolant to contact drive belts.
7. Remove radiator cooling fan assembly. Refer to CO-20.
8. Disconnect A/T fluid cooler hoses. (A/T models) CO
• Install blind plug to avoid leakage of A/T fluid.
9. Remove cover, and then two A/C condenser mounting bolts
located in upper part of radiator. C

PBIC1053E

F
10. Rotate two radiator upper mount brackets 90 degrees in the
direction as shown in the figure, and remove them.
G

I
PBIC1052E

11. Remove radiator as follows:

CAUTION: J
Never damage or scratch A/C condenser and radiator core when removing.
a. With lifting and pulling radiator in a rear direction, disassemble
lower mount from radiator core support center. K
CAUTION:
Because A/C condenser is onto the front-lower portion of
radiator, moving to rear direction should be at minimum. L

PBIC1936E
N
b. Lift A/C condenser up and remove radiator after disengaging the
fitting as front-bottom surface.
CAUTION: O
Lifting A/C condenser should be minimum to prevent a load
to A/C piping.
c. After removing radiator, put A/C condenser on radiator core sup-
P
port center to prevent a load to A/C piping, and temporarily fix it
with rope or similar means.

PBIC1054E

INSTALLATION
Installation is the reverse order of removal.

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< SERVICE INFORMATION >
INSPECTION AFTER INSTALLATION
• Check for leaks of engine coolant using radiator cap tester adapter (commercial service tool) and radiator
cap tester (commercial service tool). Refer to CO-9, "Inspection".
• Start and warm up engine. Visually check that there is no leaks of engine coolant and A/T fluid.
Checking Radiator Cap INFOID:0000000001645466

• Check valve seat of radiator cap.

- Check if valve seat is swollen to the extent that the edge of the
plunger cannot be seen when watching it vertically from the top.
- Check if valve seat has no soil and damage.

PBIC2816E

• Pull negative-pressure valve to open it, and check that it is com-

pletely closed when released.
- Check that there is no dirt or damage on the valve seat of radiator
cap negative-pressure valve.
- Check that there are no unusualness in the opening and closing
conditions of negative-pressure valve.

SMA967B

• Check radiator cap relief pressure.

Standard:
108 - 127 kPa (1.1 - 1.3 kg/cm2, 16 - 18 psi)
Limit:
88 kPa (0.9 kg/cm2, 13 psi)
- When connecting radiator cap to the radiator cap tester (commer-
cial service tool) (A) and the radiator cap tester adapter (commer-
cial service tool) (B), apply engine coolant to the cap seal surface. PBIC5122J

• Replace radiator cap if there is an unusualness related to the above three.

CAUTION:
When installing radiator cap, thoroughly wipe out the filler neck to remove any waxy residue or foreign
material.
Checking Radiator INFOID:0000000001645467

Check radiator for mud or clogging. If necessary, clean radiator as follows.

• Be careful not to bend or damage the radiator fins.
• When radiator is cleaned without removal, remove all surrounding parts such as cooling fan, radiator shroud
and horns. Then tape harness and electrical connectors to prevent water from entering.
1. Apply water by hose to the back side of radiator core vertically downward.
2. Apply water again to all radiator core surface once per minute.
3. Stop washing if any stains no longer flow out from radiator.
4. Blow air into the back side of radiator core vertically downward.

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< SERVICE INFORMATION >
• Use compressed air lower than 490 kPa (5 kg/cm2, 71 psi) and keep distance more than 30 cm (11.8 in).
5. Blow air again into all the radiator core surfaces once per minute until no water sprays out. A

CO

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< SERVICE INFORMATION >
RADIATOR (ALUMINUM TYPE)
Disassembly and Assembly INFOID:0000000001645468

PBIC5033E

1. Upper tank 2. Sealing rubber 3. Core

4. Lower tank 5. Lower tank (with A/T fluid cooler)
A. A/T models

• Refer to GI-8, "Component" for symbol marks in the figure.

PREPARATION
1. Attach spacer to tip of radiator plate pliers A (SST).
Spacer specification: 18 mm (0.71 in) wide × 8.5 mm (0.335 in)
long × 1.5 mm (0.059 in) thick.

SLC655CB

2. Check that when radiator plate pliers A [SST: KV99103510 ( — )] are closed dimension H′′ is approx.
7.6 mm (0.299 in).
3. Adjust dimension H′′ with spacer, if necessary.
DISASSEMBLY
1. Remove upper and lower tanks with radiator plate pliers B
(SST).
CAUTION:
Never disassemble lower tank and A/T fluid cooler. (A/T
models)
NOTE:
Regard lower tank and A/T fluid cooler as an assembly. (A/T
models)

SLC903-A

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< SERVICE INFORMATION >
• Grip the crimped edge and bend it upwards so that radiator
plate pliers B [SST: KV99103520 ( — )] slips off. A
CAUTION:
Never bend excessively.
CO

SLC893

D
• In areas where radiator plate pliers B [SST: KV99103520 ( —
)] cannot be used, use screwdriver to bend the edge up.
CAUTION: E
Be careful not to damage tank.

G
SLC930

2. Remove sealing rubber. H

3. Check the edge stands straight up.

K
SLC931

ASSEMBLY
L
1. Clean contact portion of tank.

O
SLC932

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< SERVICE INFORMATION >
2. Install sealing rubber while pushing it with fingers.
CAUTION:
Be careful not to twist sealing rubber.

SLC917A

3. Caulk tank in numerical order as shown in the figure with radia-

tor plate pliers A (SST).

SLC904-A

PBIC2076E

• Use pliers in the locations where radiator plate pliers A [SST:

KV99103510 ( — )] cannot be used.

SLC897

4. Check that the rim is completely crimped down.

Standard height “H” : 8.0 - 8.4 mm (0.315 - 0.331 in)

SLC554A

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< SERVICE INFORMATION >
5. Check that there is no leakage.
Refer to "INSPECTION". A
INSPECTION
1. Apply pressure with radiator cap tester adapter (commercial ser-
vice tool) and radiator cap tester (commercial service tool). CO
• Provide used radiator and connect it to tested radiator using
radiator hoses as shown in the figure.
NOTE: C
The used radiator should be tested beforehand to confirm it
has no leakage. If used one is not available, it is possible to
use new service part as a radiator testing tool.
D
Testing pressure
: 157 kPa (1.6 kg/cm2, 23 psi) PBIC5158E
E
WARNING:
To prevent the risk of hose coming undone while under pressure, securely fasten it down with
hose clamp. F
CAUTION:
Attach hose to A/T fluid cooler to seal its inlet and outlet. (A/T models)

2. Check for leakage by soaking radiator in water container with G

the testing pressure applied.

J
PBIC1699E

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 COOLING FAN
< SERVICE INFORMATION >
COOLING FAN
Removal and Installation INFOID:0000000001645469

PBIC2609E

1. Cooling fan (RH) 2. Cooling fan (LH) 3. Fan shroud

4. Fan motor

REMOVAL
1. Remove engine cover with power tool. Refer to EM-18.
2. Drain engine coolant from radiator. Refer to CO-9, "Changing Engine Coolant".
CAUTION:
• Perform this step when engine is cold.
• Never spill engine coolant on drive belts.
3. Remove air cleaner case assembly (RH and LH). Refer to EM-16.
4. Remove reservoir tank. Refer to CO-12.
5. Disconnect radiator hose (upper) at radiator side. Refer to CO-12.
6. Disconnect fan motor harness connectors at the right-lower por-
tion of fan shroud.

PBIC1935E

7. Remove mounting bolts to lift up and radiator cooling fan assembly.

CAUTION:
Be careful not to damage or scratch on radiator core.
INSTALLATION
Installation is the reverse order of removal.
NOTE:
Cooling fans are controlled by ECM. For details, refer to EC-509.

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< SERVICE INFORMATION >
Disassembly and Assembly INFOID:0000000001645470

A
DISASSEMBLY
1. Remove cooling fans (RH and LH) from fan motors.
CO
2. Remove fan motors from fan shroud.
INSPECTION AFTER DISASSEMBLY
Cooling Fan C
Inspect cooling fan for crack or unusual bend.
• If anything is found, replace cooling fan.
D
ASSEMBLY
Assembly is the reverse order of disassembly.
CAUTION:
RH and LH cooling fans are different. Be careful not to misassemble them. E

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 WATER PUMP
< SERVICE INFORMATION >
WATER PUMP
Removal and Installation INFOID:0000000001645471

PBIC5030E

1. Timing chain tensioner (primary) 2. Water pump 3. O-ring

4. O- ring
Identify with light blue paint mark
A. Identify with yellow paint mark B.
Apply engine coolant

• Refer to GI-8, "Component" for symbol marks in the figure.

CAUTION:
• When removing water pump assembly, be careful not to get engine coolant on drive belt.
• Water pump cannot be disassembled and should be replaced as a unit.
• After installing water pump, connect hose and clamp securely, then check for leaks using radiator
cap tester (commercial service tool) and radiator cap tester adapter (commercial service tool).
REMOVAL
1. Remove front timing chain case. Refer to EM-44.
2. Remove timing chain tensioner (primary) as follows:
a. Remove lower mounting bolt (1).
b. Loosen upper mounting bolt (2) slowly, and then turn chain ten-
sioner (primary) (3) on the upper mounting bolt so that plunger
(4) is fully expanded.
NOTE:
Even if plunger is fully expanded, it is not dropped from the body
of timing chain tensioner (primary).

PBIC4938E

c. Remove upper mounting bolt, and then remove timing chain tensioner (primary).
3. Remove water pump as follows:
a. Remove three water pump mounting bolts. Secure a gap between water pump gear and timing chain, by
turning crankshaft counterclockwise until timing chain looseness on water pump sprocket becomes maxi-
mum.

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 WATER PUMP
< SERVICE INFORMATION >
b. Screw M8 bolts (A) [pitch: 1.25 mm (0.049 in) length: approx. 50
mm (1.97 in)] into water pumps upper and lower mounting bolt A
holes until they reach timing chain case. Then, alternately
tighten each bolt for a half turn, and pull out water pump (1).
CAUTION:
CO
• Pull straight out while preventing vane from contacting
socket in installation area.
• Remove water pump without causing sprocket to contact
timing chain. C
c. Remove M8 bolts and O-rings from water pump.
CAUTION: PBIC4939E
Never disassemble water pump. D
INSPECTION AFTER REMOVAL
• Check for badly rusted or corroded water pump body assembly.
• Check for rough operation due to excessive end play. E
• Replace water pump, if necessary.

SLC943A
H

INSTALLATION
1. Install new O-rings to water pump. I
• Apply engine oil to O-rings (1) and engine coolant to O-ring (3)
as shown in the figure.

2 : Water pump J
• Locate O-ring with yellow paint mark (A) to engine front side.
• Locate O-ring with light blue paint mark (B) to rear side.
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2. Install water pump.

CAUTION: M
Never allow cylinder block to nip O-rings when installing water pump.
• Check that timing chain and water pump sprocket are engaged.
• Insert water pump by tightening mounting bolts alternately and evenly. N
3. Install timing chain tensioner (primary) as follows:
a. Turn crankshaft clockwise so that timing chain on the timing chain tensioner (primary) side is loose.
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b. Pull plunger stopper tab up (or turn lever downward) so as to
remove plunger stopper tab from the ratchet of plunger.
NOTE:
Plunger stopper tab and lever are synchronized.
c. Push plunger into the inside of tensioner body.
d. Hold plunger in the fully compressed position by engaging
plunger stopper tab with the tip of ratchet.
e. To secure lever, insert stopper pin through hole of lever into ten-
sioner body hole.
• The lever parts and the tab are synchronized. Therefore, the
plunger will be secured under this condition. PBIC3568E

NOTE:
Figure shows the example of 1.2 mm (0.047 in) diameter thin screwdriver being used as the stopper pin.
f. Install timing chain tensioner (primary).
• Remove dust and foreign material completely from backside of timing chain tensioner (primary) and
from installation area of rear timing chain case.

g. Remove stopper pin.

h. Check again that timing chain and water pump sprocket are engaged.
4. Install in the reverse order of removal after this step.
• After starting engine, let idle for three minutes, then rev engine up to 3,000 rpm under no load to
purge air from the high-pressure chamber of chain tensioner. Engine may produce a rattling
noise. This indicates that air still remains in the chamber and is not a matter of concern.
INSPECTION AFTER INSTALLATION
• Check for leaks of engine coolant using radiator cap tester adapter (commercial service tool) and radiator
cap tester (commercial service tool). Refer to CO-9, "Inspection".
• Start and warm up engine. Visually check that there is no leaks of engine coolant.

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WATER INLET AND THERMOSTAT ASSEMBLY
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1. Gasket 2. Water inlet and thermostat assembly

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• Refer to GI-8, "Component" for symbol marks in the figure.
REMOVAL
1. Remove undercover with power tool. I
2. Drain engine coolant from radiator drain plug at the bottom of radiator. Refer to CO-9, "Changing Engine
Coolant".
CAUTION: J
• Perform this step when engine is cold.
• Never spill engine coolant on drive belts.
3. Remove air duct and air cleaner case (LH). Refer to EM-16. K
4. Disconnect radiator hose (lower) from water inlet and thermostat assembly.
5. Remove intake valve timing control solenoid.
6. Remove water inlet and thermostat assembly. L
CAUTION:
Never disassemble water inlet and thermostat assembly.
Replace them as a unit, if necessary. M

SLC962AB
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INSPECTION AFTER REMOVAL

1. Check valve seating condition at ordinary room temperatures. It should seat tightly. P

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2. Check valve operation.

Thermostat Standard
Valve opening temperature 82°C (180°F)
Maximum valve lift 9.0 mm/95°C (0.354 in/203°F)
Valve closing temperature 77°C (171°F)
• If the malfunctioning condition, when valve seating at ordinary
room temperature, or measured values are out of the standard,
replace water inlet and thermostat assembly.
SLC949A

INSTALLATION
Note the following, and install in the reverse order of removal.
• Be careful not to spill engine coolant over engine room. Use rag to absorb engine coolant.
INSPECTION AFTER INSTALLATION
• Check for leaks of engine coolant using radiator cap tester adapter (commercial service tool) and radiator
cap tester (commercial service tool). Refer to CO-9, "Inspection".
• Start and warm up engine. Visually check that there is no leaks of engine coolant.

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WATER OUTLET AND WATER PIPING
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1. Clamp 2. Water hose 3. Water outlet (rear) J

4. Gasket 5. Washer 6. Engine coolant temperature sensor
7. O-ring 8. Water outlet pipe 9. Radiator cap
10. Water outlet (front) 11. Clamp 12. Radiator hose (upper) K
13. Gasket 14. Heater pipe 15. Clamp
16. Water hose 17. Clamp 18. Heater hose
19. Water bypass pipe 20. O-ring 21. Heater hose L
A. To EVAP piping B. To heater core C. To radiator
D. To electric throttle control actuator
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• Refer to GI-8, "Component" for symbol marks in the figure.
REMOVAL
1. Remove undercover with power tool. N
2. Drain engine coolant from radiator drain plug at the bottom of radiator, and from water drain plug at the
front of cylinder block. Refer to CO-9, "Changing Engine Coolant" and CO-22.
CAUTION: O
• Perform this step when engine is cold.
• Never spill engine coolant on drive belts.
3. Remove engine cover with power tool. Refer to EM-18.
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4. Remove air duct and air cleaner case (RH and LH). Refer to EM-16.
5. Remove radiator hose (upper), heater hoses and water hoses.
6. Remove the following parts, when remove water outlet.
• A/T fluid charging pipe (A/T models): Refer to AT-229.
• Intake manifold collector: Refer to EM-18.
7. Remove engine coolant temperature sensor as necessary.
CAUTION:

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Be careful not to damage engine coolant temperature sensor.
8. Remove oil level gauge and guide. Refer to EM-44.
9. Remove water outlet, heater pipe, water bypass hoses and water pipe.
INSTALLATION
Note the following, and install in the reverse order of removal.
• Securely insert each hose, and install clamp at a position where it does not interfere with the pipe bulge.
• When inserting water pipe into water outlet, apply neutral detergent to O-ring.
INSPECTION AFTER INSTALLATION
• Check for leaks of engine coolant using radiator cap tester adapter (commercial service tool) and radiator
cap tester (commercial service tool). Refer to CO-9, "Inspection".
• Start and warm up engine. Visually check that there is no leaks of engine coolant.

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SERVICE DATA AND SPECIFICATIONS (SDS)
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ENGINE COOLANT CAPACITY (APPROXIMATE) CO

Unit: (US qt, Imp qt)

Engine coolant capacity (With reservoir tank at “MAX” level) 9.0 (9-1/2, 7- 7/8)
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Reservoir tank engine coolant capacity (At “MAX” level) 0.8 (7/8, 3/4)

RADIATOR
Unit: kPa (kg/cm2, psi) D
Standard 108 - 127 (1.1 - 1.3, 16 - 18)
Cap relief pressure
Limit 88 (0.9, 13)
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Leakage test pressure 157 (1.6, 23)

THERMOSTAT
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Valve opening temperature 82°C (180°F)
Maximum valve lift 9.0 mm/95°C (0.354 in/203°F)
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Water closing temperature 77°C (171°F)

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