Nissan Pathfinder: General Information - How to Use This Manual

Description

This volume explains “Removal, Disassembly, Installation, Inspection and Adjustment” and “Trouble Diagnoses”.

Terms

• The captions WARNING and CAUTION warn you of steps that must be followed to prevent personal injury and/or damage to some part of the Nissan Pathfinder vehicle.

  WARNING indicates the possibility of personal injury if instructions are not followed.

  CAUTION indicates the possibility of component damage if instructions are not followed.

  BOLD TYPED STATEMENTS except WARNING and CAUTION give you helpful information.

  Standard value: Tolerance at inspection and adjustment.

  Limit value: The maximum or minimum limit value that should not be exceeded at inspection and adjustment.

Units

• The UNITS given in this manual are primarily expressed as the SI UNIT (International System of Unit), and alternatively expressed in the metric system and in the yard/pound system.

  Also with regard to tightening torque of bolts and nuts, there are descriptions both about range and about the standard tightening torque.

   

  “Example”

  Range

  Outer Socket Lock Nut

  : 59 - 78 N·m (6.0 - 8.0 kg-m, 43 - 58 ft-lb)

   

  Standard

  Drive Shaft Installation Bolt

  : 44.3 N·m (4.5 kg-m, 33 ft-lb)

Contents

• THE CONTENTS are listed on the first page of each section.

• THE TITLE is indicated on the upper portion of each page and shows the part or system.

• THE PAGE NUMBER of each section consists of two or three letters which designate the particular section and a number (e.g. “BR-5”).

• THE SMALL ILLUSTRATIONS show the important steps such as inspection, use of special tools, knacks of work and hidden or tricky steps which are not shown in the previous large illustrations.

  Assembly, inspection and adjustment procedures for the complicated units such as the automatic transaxle or transmission, etc. are presented in a step-by-step format where necessary.

Relation between Illustrations and Descriptions

The following sample explains the relationship between the part description in an illustration, the part name in the text and the service procedures.

Components

• THE LARGE ILLUSTRATIONS are exploded views (see the following) and contain tightening torques, lubrication points, section number of the PARTS CATALOG (e.g. SEC. 440) and other information necessary to perform repairs.

  The illustrations should be used in reference to service matters only. When ordering parts, refer to the appropriate PARTS CATALOG.

  Components shown in an illustration may be identified by a circled number. When this style of illustration is used, the text description of the components will follow the illustration.

1.	Cap	2.	Bleeder valve	3.	Cylinder body
4.	Piston seal	5.	Piston	6.	Piston boot
7.	Sliding pin	8.	Sliding pin boot	9.	Bushing
10.	Torque member
	: Apply rubber grease.
	: Apply brake fluid.
	: N·m (kg-m, in-lb)
	: Always replace after every disassembly

SYMBOLS

• How to Follow Trouble Diagnoses
• How to Read Wiring Diagrams
• Abbreviations
• Tightening Torque of Standard Bolts
• Recommended Chemical Products and Sealants

How to Follow Trouble Diagnoses Nissan Pathfinder Fifth generation

Description

NOTE:

Trouble diagnoses indicate work procedures required to diagnose problems effectively. Observe the following instructions before diagnosing.

 

• Before performing trouble diagnoses, read the “Work Flow” in each section.

• After repairs, re-check that the problem has been completely eliminated.

• Refer to Component Parts and Harness Connector Location for the Systems described in each section for identification/location of components and harness connectors.

• When checking circuit continuity, ignition switch should be OFF.

• Refer to the Circuit Diagram for quick pinpoint check.

  If you need to check circuit continuity between harness connectors in more detail, such as when a sub-harness is used, refer to Wiring Diagram in each individual section and Harness Layout in PG section for identification of harness connectors.

• Before checking voltage at connectors, check battery voltage.

• After accomplishing the Diagnosis Procedures and Electrical Components Inspection, check that all harness connectors are reconnected as they were.

How to Follow Test Groups in Trouble Diagnosis

1. Test group number and test group title

   • Test group number and test group title are shown in the upper portion of each test group.

2. Work and diagnosis procedure

   • Start to diagnose a problem using procedures indicated in enclosed test groups.

3. Questions and results

   • Questions and required results are indicated in test group.

4. Action

   • Next action for each test group is indicated based on result of each question.

Key to Symbols Signifying Measurements or Procedures

How to Read Wiring Diagrams Nissan Pathfinder

Connector Symbols

Most of connector symbols in wiring diagrams are shown from the terminal side.

• Connector symbols shown from the terminal side are enclosed by a single line and followed by the direction mark.

  

• Connector symbols shown from the harness side are enclosed by a double line and followed by the direction mark.

• Certain systems and components, especially those related to OBD, may use a new style slide-locking type harness connector. For description and how to disconnect, refer to PG section, “Description”, “HARNESS CONNECTOR”.

• Male and female terminals.

  

  Connector guides for male terminals are shown in black and female terminals in white in wiring diagrams.

Sample/Wiring Diagram -Example-

Each section includes wiring diagrams.

Description

Number	Item	Description
1	Power supply	This means the power supply of fusible link or fuse.
2	Fuse	“/” means the fuse.
3	Current rating of fusible link/fuse	This means the current rating of the fusible link or fuse.
4	Number of fusible link/fuse	This means the number of fusible link or fuse location.
5	Fusible link	“X” means the fusible link.
6	Connector number	Alphabetic characters show to which harness the connector is placed. Numeric characters show the identification number of connectors.
7	Switch	This shows that continuity exists between terminals 1 and 2 when the switch is in the A position. Continuity exists between terminals 1 and 3 when the switch is in the B position.
8	Circuit (Wiring)	This means the wiring.
9	Shielded line	The line enclosed by broken line circle shows shield wire.
10	Connectors	This means that a transmission line bypasses two connectors or more.
11	Option abbreviation	This means the Nissan Pathfinder vehicle specifications which layouts the circuit between “ ”.
12	Relay	This shows an internal representation of the relay.
13	Optional splice	The open circle shows that the splice is optional depending on Nissan Pathfinder vehicle application.
14	Splice	The shaded circle “ ” means the splice.
15	System branch	This shows that the circuit is branched to other systems.
16	Page crossing	This circuit continues to an adjacent page.
17	Component name	This shows the name of a component.
18	Terminal number	This means the terminal number of a connector.
19	Ground (GND)	This shows the ground connection.
20	Explanation of option description	This shows a explanation of the option abbreviation used on the same page.

SWITCH POSITIONS

Switches are shown in wiring diagrams as if the vehicle is in the “normal” condition.

A vehicle is in the “normal” condition when:

• Ignition switch OFF.

  

• Doors, hood and trunk lid/back door are closed

• Pedals are not depressed

• Parking brake is released

MULTIPLE SWITCH

The continuity of multiple switch is described in two ways as shown below.

• The switch chart is used in schematic diagrams.

• The switch diagram is used in wiring diagrams.

  

Connector Information

Description

No.	Item	Description
1	Connector number	Alphabetic characters show to which harness the connector is placed. Numeric characters show the identification number of connectors.
2	Connector type	: Connector model : Cavity : Male (M) and female (F) terminals : Connector color : Special type
3	Connector color	This means the color of a connector.
4	Terminal number	This means the terminal number of a connector.
5	Wire color	This shows a code for the color of the wire.
		B = Black W = White R = Red G = Green L = Blue Y = Yellow LG = Light Green BG or BE = Beige BR = Brown	LA = Lavender OR or O = Orange P = Pink PU or V (Violet) = Purple GY or GR = Gray SB = Sky Blue CH = Dark Brown DG = Dark Green
		When the wire color is striped, the base color is given first followed by the stripe color as shown below: Example: L/W = Blue with White Stripe.
6	Connector	This means the connector information. This unit-side is described by the connector symbols.

Abbreviations Nissan Pathfinder SUV

Abbreviation List

The following ABBREVIATIONS are used:

A

ABBREVIATION	DESCRIPTION
A/C	Air conditioner
	Air conditioning
A/F sensor	Air fuel ratio sensor
A/T	Automatic transaxle/transmission
ABS	Anti-lock braking system
ACCS	Advance climate control system
ACL	Air cleaner
AD1	Autonomous Driving (version) 1
AEB	Automatic Emergency Braking
AP	Accelerator pedal
APP	Accelerator pedal position
ATF	Automatic transmission fluid
ATR	Active torque rod
AV	Audio visual
AVM	Around view monitor
AWD	All wheel drive

B

ABBREVIATION	DESCRIPTION
BARO	Barometric pressure
BCI	Backup collision intervention
BCM	Body control module
BLSD	Brake limited slip differential
BPP	Brake pedal position
BSI	Blind spot intervention
BSW	Blind spot warning

C

ABBREVIATION	DESCRIPTION
CGW	Can Gateway
CKP	Crankshaft position
CL	Closed loop
CMP	Camshaft position
CPP	Clutch pedal position
CTP	Closed throttle position
CVT	Continuously variable transaxle/transmission

D

ABBREVIATION	DESCRIPTION
D1	Drive range first gear
D2	Drive range second gear
D3	Drive range third gear
D4	Drive range fourth gear
DCA	Distance control assist
DDS	Downhill drive support
DFI	Direct fuel injection system
DLC	Data link connector
DTC	Diagnostic trouble code

E

ABBREVIATION	DESCRIPTION
E/T	Exhaust temperature
EBD	Electric brake force distribution
EC	Engine control
ECD	Electronic controlled deceleration
ECL	Engine coolant level
ECM	Engine control module
ECT	Engine coolant temperature
ECV	Electrical control valve
EEPROM	Electrically erasable programmable read only memory
EFT	Engine fuel temperature
EGR	Exhaust gas recirculation
EGRT	Exhaust gas recirculation temperature
EGT	Exhaust gas temperature
ELD	Electronic locking differential
EOP	Engine oil pressure
EP	Exhaust pressure
EPR	Exhaust pressure regulator
EPS	Electronically controlled power steering
	Electronic power steering
ESP	Electronic stability program system
EVAP canister	Evaporative emission canister
EVSE	Electric Nissan Pathfinder vehicle supply equipment
EXC	Exhaust control

F

ABBREVIATION	DESCRIPTION
FC	Fan control
FCW	Forward collision warning
FEB	Forward emergency braking
FIC	Fuel injector control
FNFR	Feature/Non-Feature/Regulatory
FP	Fuel pump
FR	Front
FRP	Fuel rail pressure
FRT	Fuel rail temperature
FTP	Fuel tank pressure
FTT	Fuel tank temperature

G

ABBREVIATION	DESCRIPTION
GND	Ground
GPF	Gasoline particulate filter
GPS	Global positioning system
GST	Generic scan tool

H

ABBREVIATION	DESCRIPTION
HBMC	Hydraulic body-motion control system
HDD	Hard disk drive
HO2S	Heated oxygen sensor
HOC	Heated oxidation catalyst
HOD	Hands on detection
HPCM	Hybrid powertrain control module

I

ABBREVIATION	DESCRIPTION
I/M	Inspection and maintenance
IA	Intake air
IAC	Idle air control
IAT	Intake air temperature
IBA	Intelligent brake assist
IC	Ignition control
ICC	Intelligent cruise control
ICM	Ignition control module
I-DA	Intelligent Driver Alertness
IHX	Internal Heat Exchanger
IPDM E/R	Intelligent power distribution module engine room
ISC	Idle speed control
ISS	Input shaft speed
ISS	Idle Stop Start
IVC	In-Nissan Pathfinder vehicle communications

K

ABBREVIATION	DESCRIPTION
KS	Knock sensor

L

ABBREVIATION	DESCRIPTION
LBC	Li-ion battery controller
LCD	Liquid crystal display
LCU	Local control unit
LDP	Lane departure prevention
LDW	Lane departure warning
LED	Light emitting diode
LH	Left-hand
LHD	Left-hand drive
LIN	Local interconnect network

M

ABBREVIATION	DESCRIPTION
M/T	Manual transaxle/transmission
MAF	Mass airflow
MAP	Manifold absolute pressure
MDU	Multi display unit
MI	Malfunction indicator
MIL	Malfunction indicator lamp
MOD	Moving object detection

N

ABBREVIATION	DESCRIPTION
NOX	Nitrogen oxides

O

ABBREVIATION	DESCRIPTION
O2	Oxygen
O2S	Oxygen sensor
OBD	On board diagnostic
OC	Oxidation catalytic converter
OD	Overdrive
OL	Open loop
OSS	Output shaft speed

P

ABBREVIATION	DESCRIPTION
P/S	Power steering
PBR	Potentio balance resistor
PCV	Positive crankcase ventilation
PFCW	Predictive forward collision warning
PNP	Park/Neutral position
PSP	Power steering pressure
PTC	Positive temperature coefficient
PTO	Power takeoff
PWM	Pulse width modulation

R

ABBREVIATION	DESCRIPTION
RAM	Random access memory
RAS	Rear active steer
RDE	Real Driving Emissions
RH	Right-hand
RHD	Right-hand drive
ROM	Read only memory
RPM	Engine speed
RR	Rear
RSE	Rear Seat Entertainment (System)

S

ABBREVIATION	DESCRIPTION
SAE	Society of Automotive Engineers, Inc.
SCK	Serial clock
SCR	Selective Catalytic Reduction
SDS	Service Data and Specifications
SRT	System readiness test
SST	Special Service Tools

T

ABBREVIATION	DESCRIPTION
TC	Turbocharger
TCM	Transmission control module
TCS	Traction control system
TCU	Telematics Communication Unit
TP	Throttle position
TPMS	Tire pressure monitoring system
TSS	Turbine shaft speed
TWC	Three way catalytic converter

U

ABBREVIATION	DESCRIPTION
USS	Uphill start support

V

ABBREVIATION	DESCRIPTION
VCM	Nissan Pathfinder Vehicle control module
VCR	Variable compression ratio
VDC	Nissan Pathfinder Vehicle dynamics control system
VIN	Vehicle identification number
VSS	Nissan Pathfinder Vehicle speed sensor

W

ABBREVIATION	DESCRIPTION
WOT	Wide open throttle

1

ABBREVIATION	DESCRIPTION
11	1st range first gear
12	1st range second gear
1GR	First gear

2

ABBREVIATION	DESCRIPTION
21	2nd range first gear
22	2nd range second gear
2GR	Second gear
2WD	Two wheel drive

3

ABBREVIATION	DESCRIPTION
3GR	Third gear

4

ABBREVIATION	DESCRIPTION
4GR	Fourth gear
4WAS	Four wheel active steer
4WD	Four wheel drive

5

ABBREVIATION	DESCRIPTION
5GR	Fifth gear

6

ABBREVIATION	DESCRIPTION
6GR	Sixth gear

7

ABBREVIATION	DESCRIPTION
7GR	Seventh gear

Tightening Torque of Standard Bolts Nissan Pathfinder Fifth generation

Description

This vehicle has both new standard based on ISO* and previous standard bolts/nuts. There are some differences between these two types of bolts/ nuts; shape of the head, grade of strength, hexagonal width across flats and the standard tightening torque.

• For guidance in discriminating, refer to Tightening Torque Table (New Standard Included).

• If the tightening torque is not described in the description or figure, refer to Tightening Torque Table (New Standard Included).

*ISO: International Organization for Standardization

Tightening Torque Table (New Standard Included)

CAUTION:

• The special parts are excluded.

• The bolts/nuts in these tables have a strength (discrimination) number/symbol assigned to the head or the like. As to the relation between the strength grade in these tables and the strength (discrimination) number/symbol, refer to “DISCRIMINATION OF BOLTS AND NUTS”.

 

PREVIOUS STANDARD

Grade (Strength grade)	Bolt size	Bolt diameter mm	Hexagonal width across flats mm	Pitch mm	Tightening torque (Without lubricant)
					Hexagon head bolt				Hexagon flange bolt
					N·m	kg-m	ft-lb	in-lb	N·m	kg-m	ft-lb	in-lb
4T	M6	6.0	10	1.0	5.5	0.56	4	49	7	0.71	5	62
	M8	8.0	12	1.25	13.5	1.4	10	—	17	1.7	13	—
				1.0	13.5	1.4	10	—	17	1.7	13	—
	M10	10.0	14	1.5	28	2.9	21	—	35	3.6	26	—
				1.25	28	2.9	21	—	35	3.6	26	—
	M12	12.0	17	1.75	45	4.6	33	—	55	5.6	41	—
				1.25	45	4.6	33	—	65	6.6	48	—
	M14	14.0	19	1.5	80	8.2	59	—	100	10	74	—
7T	M6	6.0	10	1.0	9	0.92	7	80	11	1.1	8	97
	M8	8.0	12	1.25	22	2.2	16	—	28	2.9	21	—
				1.0	22	2.2	16	—	28	2.9	21	—
	M10	10.0	14	1.5	45	4.6	33	—	55	5.6	41	—
				1.25	45	4.6	33	—	55	5.6	41	—
	M12	12.0	17	1.75	80	8.2	59	—	100	10	74	—
				1.25	80	8.2	59	—	100	10	74	—
	M14	14.0	19	1.5	130	13	96	—	170	17	125	—
9T	M6	6.0	10	1.0	11	1.1	8	—	13.5	1.4	10	—
	M8	8.0	12	1.25	28	2.9	21	—	35	3.6	26	—
				1.0	28	2.9	21	—	35	3.6	26	—
	M10	10.0	14	1.5	55	5.6	41	—	80	8.2	59	—
				1.25	55	5.6	41	—	80	8.2	59	—
	M12	12.0	17	1.75	100	10	74	—	130	13	96	—
				1.25	100	10	74	—	130	13	96	—
	M14	14.0	19	1.5	170	17	125	—	210	21	155	—

CAUTION:

The parts with aluminum or the cast iron washer surface/thread surface are excluded.

 

NEW STANDARD BASED ON ISO

Grade (Strength grade)	Bolt size	Bolt diameter mm	Hexagonal width across flats mm	Pitch mm	Tightening torque
					Hexagon head bolt				Hexagon flange bolt
					N·m	kg-m	ft-lb	in-lb	N·m	kg-m	ft-lb	in-lb
4.8 (Without lubricant)	M6	6.0	10	1.0	5.5	0.56	4	49	7	0.71	5	62
	M8	8.0	13	1.25	13.5	1.4	10	—	17	1.7	13	—
				1.0	13.5	1.4	10	—	17	1.7	13	—
	M10	10.0	16	1.5	28	2.9	21	—	35	3.6	26	—
				1.25	28	2.9	21	—	35	3.6	26	—
	M12	12.0	18	1.75	45	4.6	33	—	55	5.6	41	—
				1.25	45	4.6	33	—	65	6.6	48	—
	M14	14.0	21	1.5	80	8.2	59	—	100	10	74	—
4.8 (With lubricant)	M6	6.0	10	1.0	4	0.41	3	35	5.5	0.56	4	49
	M8	8.0	13	1.25	11	1.1	8	—	13.5	1.4	10	—
				1.0	11	1.1	8	—	13.5	1.4	10	—
	M10	10.0	16	1.5	22	2.2	16	—	28	2.9	21	—
				1.25	22	2.2	16	—	28	2.9	21	—
	M12	12.0	18	1.75	35	3.6	26	—	45	4.6	33	—
				1.25	35	3.6	26	—	45	4.6	33	—
	M14	14.0	21	1.5	65	6.6	48	—	80	8.2	59	—
8.8 (With lubricant)	M6	6.0	10	1.0	8	0.82	6	71	10	1.0	7	89
	M8	8.0	13	1.25	21	2.1	15	—	25	2.6	18	—
				1.0	21	2.1	15	—	25	2.6	18	—
	M10	10.0	16	1.5	40	4.1	30	—	50	5.1	37	—
				1.25	40	4.1	30	—	50	5.1	37	—
	M12	12.0	18	1.75	70	7.1	52	—	85	8.7	63	—
				1.25	70	7.1	52	—	85	8.7	63	—
	M14	14.0	21	1.5	120	12	89	—	140	14	103	—
10.9 (With lubricant)	M6	6.0	10	1.0	10	1.0	7	89	12	1.2	9	106
	M8	8.0	13	1.25	27	2.8	20	—	32	3.3	24	—
				1.0	27	2.8	20	—	32	3.3	24	—
	M10	10.0	16	1.5	55	5.6	41	—	65	6.6	48	—
				1.25	55	5.6	41	—	65	6.6	48	—
	M12	12.0	18	1.75	95	9.7	70	—	110	11	81	—
				1.25	95	9.7	70	—	110	11	81	—
	M14	14.0	21	1.5	160	16	118	—	180	18	133	—

CAUTION:

• Use tightening torque with lubricant for the new standard bolts/nuts in principle. Friction coefficient stabilizer is applied to the new standard bolts/nuts.

• However, use tightening torque without lubricant for the following cases. Friction coefficient stabilizer is not applied to the following bolts/nuts.

  • Grade 4.8, M6 size bolt, Conical spring washer installed

  • Paint removing nut (Size M6 and M8) for fixing with weld bolt

 

DISCRIMINATION OF BOLTS AND NUTS

Recommended Chemical Products and Sealants Nissan Pathfinder R53

Recommended Chemical Products and Sealants

Refer to the following chart for help in selecting the appropriate chemical product or sealant.

	Product Description	Purpose	Nissan North America Part No. (USA)	Nissan Canada Part No. (Canada)	Aftermarket Cross-reference Part Nos.
1	Rear View Mirror Adhesive	Used to permanently remount rear view mirrors to windows.	999MP-AM000P	99998-50505	Permatex 81844
2	Anaerobic Liquid Gasket	For metal-to-metal flange sealing. Can fill a 0.38 mm (0.015 inch) gap and provide instant sealing for most powertrain applications.	999MP-AM001P	99998-50503	Permatex 51813 and 51817
3	High Performance Thread Sealant	Provides instant sealing on any threaded straight or parallel threaded fitting. (Thread sealant only, no locking ability.) Do not use on plastic.	999MP-AM002P	999MP-AM002P	Permatex 56521
4	Silicone RTV	Gasket Maker	999MP-AM003P (Ultra Grey)	99998-50506 (Ultra Grey)	Permatex Ultra Grey 82194; Three Bond 1207,1215, 1216, 1217F, 1217G and 1217H Nissan RTV Part No. 999MP-A7007
5	Silicone	Gasket Maker	–	–	Loctite SI 5083
6	High Temperature, High Strength Thread Locking Sealant (Red)	Threadlocker	999MP-AM004P	999MP-AM004P	Permatex 27200; Three Bond 1303, 1360, 1360N, 1305 N&P, 1307N, 1335, 1335B, 1363B, 1377C, 1386B, D&E and 1388 Loctite 648
7	Medium Strength Thread Locking Sealant (Blue)	Threadlocker (service tool removable)	999MP-AM005P	999MP-AM005P	Permatex 24200, 24206, 24240, 24283 and 09178; Three Bond 1322, 1322N, 1324 D&N, 1333D, 1342, 1361C, 1364D, 1370C and 1374