Nissan M9R Training Manual
Nissan M9R Training Manual
Nissan M9R Training Manual
Foreword
The information in this Training Manual should not be interpreted as a basis for
warranty or goodwill claims against Nissan Motor Co. (Australia) Pty. Ltd. (NMA)
unless so designated.
This Technical Training Manual is intended for use by NMA & Nissan
Dealership Technical Personnel. It is not designed for the use by press or for
customer distribution.
Before quoting any specifications be sure to check the relevant Service Manual
and Technical Bulletins.
Right for alteration to data and specifications at any time is reserved. Any such
alterations will be advised by Nissan through Technical and Sales Bulletins.
2008 Nissan Motor Company (Australia) Pty. Ltd.
Inc. Victoria
Ref: Technical Training Department.
M9R
Direct Injection
Direct Injection
adjustable
AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION
Only EVER use Nissan Matic J Transmission Fluid. This is the same fluid that is required for R51 / D40 /
Z33 / Y61 TB48.
Do NOT encourage the towing of loads above the maximum towing specification of 1350kg (braked trailer).
ENGINE MECHANICAL
M9R Engine Cover & Injection
System Cover
A majority of the injection system is
contained underneath a specially designed
cover. An additional plastic cover is then
located on the top of the engine. These
covers are designed to minimise engine
noise.
Carefully follow the directions outlined in
section ENGINE ENGINE MECHANICAL
of the Service Manual whenever working on
any of the components shown right.
M9R Camshafts
There are 2 x camshafts given that the
engine is a DOHC engine. Each camshaft
opens & closes inlet & exhaust valves.
Therefore each camshaft is identified as a left
or right camshaft.
This design is very similar to ZD30 & YD25
engines.
Carefully follow the directions outlined in
section ENGINE ENGINE MECHANICAL
of the Service Manual whenever working on
any of the components shown right.
ENGINE MECHANICAL
M9R Inlet & Exhaust Valve Layout
1; Camshaft (right side)
2; Camshaft (left side)
A; Intake cam lobe
B; Exhaust cam lobe
Engine front
ENGINE MECHANICAL
M9R Timing Chain
A single chain is utilised in order to drive the
camshafts.
A secondary chain is utilised to drive the
Engine Oil Pump. The design is similar to
that on the MR series petrol engine.
Carefully follow the directions outlined in
section ENGINE ENGINE MECHANICAL
of the Service Manual whenever working on
any of the components shown right.
ENGINE MECHANICAL
M9R Oil Pan (Sump)
A 2 piece sump design is utilised. It is of
similar construction to YD & ZD engines.
Carefully follow the directions outlined in
section ENGINE ENGINE MECHANICAL
of the Service Manual whenever working on
any of the components shown right.
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ENGINE MECHANICAL
M9R Auxiliary Drive Belt, Idler
Pulley & Tensioner
The auxiliary drive belt constantly has its
tension adjusted to the correct specification
due to the automatic tensioner unit.
NOTES:
Do NOT re-use the belt once it has been
removed
Always REPLACE the auto tensioner &
idler pulley whenever a new belt is to be
installed.
The drive belt, tensioner pulley & idler
pulley must be replaced as a complete set
every 100,000kms.
Do NOT run the engine without the drive
belt or the harmonic balancer will be
damaged.
The alternator does NOT have a one way
clutch fitted. The alternator pulley is a
conventional type.
Carefully follow the directions outlined in
section ENGINE ENGINE MECHANICAL
of the Service Manual whenever working on
any of the components shown right.
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ENGINE MECHANICAL
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ENGINE MECHANICAL
M9R Balance Shaft Unit
The M9R consists of a gear driven Balance
Shaft unit. It is attached to the bottom of the
engine inside the sump. The design &
operation is similar to that fitted to the YD25
engine.
The balance shaft unit is located at the rear
of the engine & it is driven by a gear on the
rear of the crankshaft, just forward of the
CKPS signal plate.
Carefully follow the directions outlined in
section ENGINE ENGINE MECHANICAL
of the Service Manual whenever working on
any of the components shown right.
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ENGINE MECHANICAL
M9R Glow Plugs
The Glow Plugs are a conventional type &
are screwed into the cylinder head as shown.
The Glow Plugs will need to be removed to
carry out a compression test.
Checking Engine Compression
Ensure that the correct SST is utilised.
Contact TechLine for the correct SST
number.
Carefully follow the directions outlined in
section ENGINE ENGINE MECHANICAL
of the Service Manual whenever working on
any of the components shown right.
ENGINE MECHANICAL
Air Intake System
4. Air Duct
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ENGINE MECHANICAL
M9R Air Cleaner housing
& Air Duct
Air Cleaner housing & ducting is similar in
design to what is installed on QR25 variants.
Carefully follow the directions outlined in
section ENGINE ENGINE MECHANICAL
of the Service Manual whenever working on
any of the components shown right.
NOTE:
The Air Filter element is NOT the same as
fitted to QR25 variants.
M9R Intercooler
The intercooler is fitted behind the front grille
/ bumper in a similar manner to R51 / D40.
Carefully follow the directions outlined in
section ENGINE ENGINE MECHANICAL
of the Service Manual whenever working on
any of the components shown right.
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ENGINE MECHANICAL
M9R Intake Manifold
The Intake Manifold is of a cast alloy
construction. The ETC unit & the electrically
operated EGR volume control valve form part
of the inlet manifold.
The ETC unit is utilised during DPF
regeneration, EGR control & engine shut
down.
Carefully follow the directions outlined in
section ENGINE ENGINE MECHANICAL
of the Service Manual whenever working on
any of the components shown right.
The electrical operation of these components
is detailed in section EC of the Service
Manual.
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ENGINE MECHANICAL
M9R Variable Geometry Turbo
A Variable Geometry Turbo (Variable Nozzle
or VNT) is utilised. The operation of the turbo
is the same as fitted to the YD25 engine
(D40/R51) or ZD30 engine (Y61).
There is the addition of a coolant pump which
circulates coolant around the turbo once the
engine has been switched off. This is to
ensure that an ideal temperature is
maintained after engine shut off. It will only
be activated at a pre determined engine
coolant temperature. Refer to page 53 for
more details.
Carefully follow the directions outlined in
section ENGINE ENGINE MECHANICAL
of the Service Manual whenever working on
any of the components shown right.
M9R Catalyst
As is the case with any modern CRD engine,
an Oxidisation Catalyst is fitted in the
exhaust stream directly after the turbo
charger unit.
An Air Fuel Ratio sensor is installed in the
catalyst & it is required for precise EGR
control.
Carefully follow the directions outlined in
section ENGINE ENGINE MECHANICAL
of the Service Manual whenever working on
any of the components shown right.
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ENGINE MECHANICAL
M9R Exhaust
The exhaust system is of a typical design
however it incorporates the DPF unit.
Take special care when working on the
exhaust system as it easily reaches
EXTREMELY HIGH temperatures.
If for any reason the exhaust system is to be
removed try to avoid the removal of the
DPF temperature sensors. Once they have
been unscrewed from their position THEY
ARE NOT TO BE RE-USED!
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ENGINE LUBRICATION
M9R Lubrication System
The lubrication system is of a similar design
to most other Nissan engines. However there
is now the addition of hydraulic lifters in the
cylinder head.
The Engine Oil pump is a separately
mounted chain driven unit.
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ENGINE LUBRICATION
Engine Oil level Sensor
The sensor is inserted through the side of the
engine block & into the sump containing
engine oil.
The operation of the sensor is the same as
the sensor fitted to YD25 engines.
If the Ignition is in the OFF position for MORE
than 5 minutes & then the drivers door is
opened, the resistance of the oil level sensor
is measured by the instrument cluster. If the
resistance indicates that the sensor is
inserted into a sufficient amount of engine oil,
the display on the instrument cluster will
display the message Oil Good once the
ignition is then switched from OFF to ON.
If the engine oil level is excessively LOW, the
instrument cluster will display the message
Oil Lo
Please refer to section MWI of the Service
Manual for further information regarding the
operation of the sensor & the display on the
instrument cluster. Otherwise refer to page
85 of this manual for more detail.
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ENGINE COOLING
M9R Cooling System
The cooling system is of a similar design to
most other engines.
NOTE:
Only 1 x Thermostat is used in the engine.
ENGINE COOLING
M9R Radiator & Electric Cooling
fans
A downflow type radiator continues to be
utilised with the M9R engine. It is of plastic /
aluminium construction.
The Electric cooling fans are controlled by
the ECM following signals from the ECTS.
The ECM signals the IPDM E/R to activate
the appropriate relays for Low or High speed
control. They also will operate with the A/C
as well.
Refer to section ENGINE ENGINE
CONTROL for information on the operation of
the fans. Otherwise refer to section ENGINE
ENGINE COOLING for detail relating to the
fans & radiator.
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ENGINE COOLING
Draining Engine Coolant
Coolant is to be drained via the drain point in
the bottom of the radiator.
A; Radiator Drain
Ideally the engine should be flushed
thoroughly before refilling the engine with
new coolant.
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2. Rail
The Rail stores pressurised fuel (0 to 1600 BAR,
23,200psi) delivered from the supply pump and
distributes the fuel to each cylinder's injector.
NEVER CRACK OPEN A FUEL LINE (steel fuel
line linked to the rail) WITH THE ENGINE RUNNING
OR CRANKING.
SEVERE INJURY WILL BE A RESULT OF THIS
ACTION!!!
(i) Fuel Rail Pressure Sensor
The rail pressure sensor is mounted in one end of the
rail and detects the fuel pressure in the rail. This signal
is sent to the engine's ECU.
This sensor is a semi-conductor type pressure sensor
which uses the Peizo resistive effect to detect changes
in electrical resistance when pressure is applied to a
silicon wafer.
NOTE:
Do NOT probe the sensor with a mutimeter. An attempt
to check the internal resistance of this sensor will
destroy it.
(ii) Pressure Regulating Valve
The pressure regulating valve is an electromagnetic
ball-type seat valve that maintains a constant pressure
in the rail.
When the pressure of the fuel in the rail is less than the
specified pressure, the ECU increases the current to
the solenoid to seat the armature plates ball against the
valve body seat. Because of this the fuel supplied
by the supply pump is able to increase the pressure in
the rail.
When the pressure of the fuel in the rail exceeds the
specified pressure, the ECU decreases the current to
the solenoid.
As a result of this, the pressure of the fuel in the rail
pushes against the armature plates ball and fuel is
returned to the fuel tank until the fuel pressure reaches
the specified pressure.
Through this series of controls, a constant fuel pressure
can be maintained in the rail.
Also, overflow from the supply pump and the injectors is
returned to the fuel tank through the pressure regulating
valve to assist with the cooling of this valve.
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3. Fuel Injector
The injectors are Piezo-Electric. The injector is opened by the expansion of a piezo-electric element (1)
when it is supplied electrically. The control voltage is 120 volt with a current up to 25 amps.
WARNING
A voltage signal is used to open the injector & another voltage signal is used to close the injector.
Therefore if an injector is disconnected at the point of opening, the injector will remain open.
When the injector is closed, the pressure in the control chamber (5) forces the needle back to its seat. The
opening of valve (6) triggers the opening of injector by the mechanical action of the piezo-electric actuator.
The valve blocks a transfer tube (9) from the jet plate and the pressure in the control chamber escapes
towards the return pipe.
The fuel pressure causes the needle to rise up and the injection starts.
To raise valve (4) and allow the injector to open, a considerable force is
needed to overcome the fuel pressure keeping the valve closed.
To do this, the force generated by the expansion of the piezo-electric
element is amplified.
This acts on servo piston (1) with a diameter greater than the opening piston (3).
Fuel from the return circuit connects the 2 pistons hydraulically.
1 Piezo-electric actuator.
2 Tank return line.
3 High pressure inlet.
4 Hydraulic servo
5 Control chamber.
6 Valve.
7 Jet plate.
8 Needle.
9 Transfer pipe.
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INSTRUCTIONS TO BE FOLLOWED BEFORE ANY WORK IS CARRIED OUT ON THE INJECTION SYSTEM
Check that you have the plugs for the unions to be opened (bag of plugs sold at the Parts Stores Nissan
part No. 16609 00Q0A). Plugs are to be used once only. After use, they must be thrown away (once used they
are soiled and cleaning is not sufficient to make them reusable). Unused plugs must be thrown away.
Check that you have hermetically resealable plastic bags for storing removed parts. Stored parts will
therefore be less subject to the risk of impurities. The bags must be used only once, and after use they must
be thrown away.
Lint-free towelettes to be used for fuel pump related service purpose. The use of a normal cloth or paper for
cleaning purposes is forbidden. These are not lint-free and may contaminate the fuel circuit of the system.
Each lint-free cloth should only be used once.
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ENGINE CONTROL
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ENGINE CONTROL
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ENGINE CONTROL
M9R Inputs to ECM
1a. Battery Voltage
This is an extremely important input to the ECM for
engine operation.
Ensure that the voltage level remains stable, especially
during cranking. A situation maybe possible where
there is enough battery voltage for cranking, however
there maybe an insufficient level for the ECM to operate
properly.
2. Ignition Switch
The ECM needs to know if the engine is being cranked,
if it is simply ON & of course when it is being turned
OFF.
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ENGINE CONTROL
M9R Inputs to ECM
3. Crankshaft Position Sensor (CKPS)
The CKPS is located at the RH rear side of the Engine
below the exhaust manifold. (Therefore on the firewall
side of the car). It protrudes through a hole in the
engine block facing the gear teeth (cogs) of the signal
plate on the a signal plate attached to the cyl no. 4
crankshaft counterweight.
The CKPS informs the ECM of the following
information;
The position of the crankshaft (is the engine at TDC or
elsewhere?)
If the crank is actually moving & if so, how fast.
1 section of the signal plate does not have teeth cut
into it. This is to determine the 360-degree TDC point.
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ENGINE CONTROL
M9R Inputs to ECM
4. Camshaft Position Sensor (CMPS)
The CMPS is located at the rear of the cylinder head. It
senses the camshaft rotation.
The ECM uses this information to identify a particular
cylinder's piston position and firing order.
When the CKPS circuit becomes inoperative, the CMPS
is able to be used as a back-up signal.
This provides some control of the engine management
system by utilising the timing of cylinder identification
signals.
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ENGINE CONTROL
M9R Inputs to ECM
5. Engine Coolant Temperature Sensor
(ECTS)
The ECTS is used to detect the engine coolant
temperature.
Its design & operation is the same as other ECT
sensors utilised by the Nissan engine range.
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ECTS
ENGINE CONTROL
M9R Inputs to ECM
9. Fuel Rail Pressure Sensor (BOSCH)
The FRP sensor is an extremely important input into the
ECM. From this signal, the ECM can determine how to
operate the Fuel Metering Solenoid Valve on the Fuel
Pump as well as the Fuel Rail Pressure Control
Solenoid Valve on the Fuel Rail in order to vary the
Fuel Rail pressure (the amount of fuel) that is in the
Fuel Rail.
NOTE:
DO NOT EVER DISMANTLE THE FUEL RAIL.
REPLACING THE FRP SENSOR MEANS
REPLACING THE WHOLE FUEL RAIL ASSEMBLY!
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ENGINE CONTROL
M9R Inputs to ECM
12. EGR Volume Control Valve Position
Sensor
The EGR Position Sensor monitors the actual position of
the EGR Valve & sends a feedback signal to the ECM.
The ECM judges the current opening angle of the valve
from this signal and controls the DC motor to position the
valve opening angle in response to driving conditions.
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ENGINE CONTROL
M9R Inputs to ECM
15. Air Fuel Ratio Sensor (EGR)
The Air Fuel Ratio Sensor measures the content of
Oxygen left over after combustion. This signal allows for
the more precise control of EGR by the ECM for the most
ideal NOx emission.
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ENGINE CONTROL
M9R Inputs to ECM
18. Differential Exhaust Pressure Sensor
(DPF)
The Differential Exhaust Pressure Sensor is connected
to the inlet & outlet sides of the DPF unit in the exhaust
system via 2 separate pressure sensor tubes (upstream
and downstream).
The Sensor measures the difference between the
exhaust pressure before and after the DPF. The
Differential Exhaust Pressure Sensor converts the
difference into a voltage signal. ECM receives the signal
and estimates the amount of Particulate Matter in DPF.
NOTE:
Additional information regarding DPF can be sourced
from the Diesel Particulate Filter (DPF) Training Manual.
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ENGINE CONTROL
M9R Inputs to ECM
21. Vehicle Speed Signal
The ECM receives vehicle speed sensor signal via CAN
communication line. The source of the signal originates
from the ABS / ESP system wheel speed sensors.
The ECM primarily uses this signal for ASCD control
(Cruise Control).
NOTE:
It is NOT possible to add additional accessories that
require a VSS to the vehicle such as Satellite
Navigation systems.
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ENGINE CONTROL
M9R Inputs to ECM
23. Stop Lamp Switch
(Normally open)
The stop lamp switch is installed on the brake pedal
bracket. The switch senses brake pedal position and
sends an ON-OFF signal to the ECM. (The signal
actually comes from the BCM via CAN)
This signal is mainly used by the ECM to decrease the
engine speed when the vehicle is driving (moving).
The switch reverts to a closed position when the pedal
is pressed. It supplies power to the Stop Lamps as well
as a signal to the ECM.
For AT models, the switch has a second set of contacts
which operate in the same manner. This secondary
switch is for the transmission lever Shift Lock function.
The Stop Lamp Switch is found on the Brake Pedal
bracket, adjacent to the ASCD Brake Switch.
pedal is pressed.
The Stop Lamp switch works in the opposite manner.
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NOTE:
This feature also applies to T31 models fitted with the
QR25 petrol engine & Y61 models fitted with the
ZD30-CRD engine. However a DTC will NOT be
logged.
ENGINE CONTROL
M9R Inputs to ECM
26. ASCD Steering (wheel) Switches
ASCD steering switch has varying values of electrical
resistance for each button.
The ECM reads the voltage variation of the switch that
is pressed and determines which button is operated.
The switches are mounted on the steering wheel.
1: ACCEL / RESUME
2: SET / COAST
3: CANCEL
4: ON OFF (Main Switch)
NOTE:
ASCD = Automatic Speed Control Device. (Cruise
Control)
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ENGINE CONTROL
M9R Inputs to ECM
29. A/C Refrigerant Pressure Sensor (RPS)
The RPS is installed on the high pressure pipe between
the condenser & the evaporator on the A/C system.
The sensor uses an electrostatic volume pressure
transducer to convert refrigerant pressure to voltage.
(The pressure of the liquid after it has exited the
condenser is measured.)
The voltage signal is sent to ECM and it controls the
cooling fan system, or disengage the compressor in the
event of excessively LOW or HIGH system pressure.
Due to the input of this sensor it can be possible to
have Electric cooling fan operation due to high A/C
system pressure, yet the engine temperature is cool.
Input from this sensor can also assist the ECM to set
the most ideal idle speed control for the given
conditions. Typically on a hot day, the system pressure
is high, therefore the compressor load on the engine is
high. The ECM will need to set a higher engine idle
speed to cope with the higher load.
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ENGINE CONTROL
M9R Inputs to ECM
31. Air Conditioner Request.
A request for Air Conditioner operation is sent from the
A/C Control Unit / BCM to the ECM via CAN. The ECM
looks at various inputs of its own to determine if it is OK
to operate the compressor. (E.G; Eng speed, eng temp,
eng loads etc as well as A/C system pressure etc.).
If the ECM allows compressor operation, a signal is
sent via CAN to the IPDM E/R to operate the A/C
compressor relay (located within the IPDM E/R).
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ENGINE CONTROL
M9R Outputs from ECM
1. Fuel Metering Unit (MPROP, BOSCH)
As discussed earlier in this manual, the ECM controls
this device in order to regulate the amount of fuel that is
allowed to be delivered (forced into) the Fuel Rail.
The Fuel Metering unit in principal works in a similar
manner to the Suction Control Valve (SCV) on the Denso
High Pressure Fuel pump fitted to R51 / D40 / D22
models with the YD25-CRD engine.
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ENGINE CONTROL
M9R Outputs from ECM
3. Fuel (rail) Pressure Regulating Valve
(Bosch)
This solenoid is attached to the end of the fuel rail & it
works in conjunction with the Fuel Metering unit on the
Fuel Pump. It maintains an ideal fuel rail pressure at all
times.
SPECIAL NOTE:
DO NOT EVER DISMANTLE THE FUEL RAIL.
REPLACING THE PRESSURE REGULATING
SOLENOID MEANS REPLACING THE WHOLE FUEL
RAIL ASSEMBLY!
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ENGINE CONTROL
M9R Outputs from ECM
5. Glow Control Unit
The ECM operates the Glow Control Unit. Once the unit
is activated by the ECM, it feeds battery voltage through
to the Glow Plugs.
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ENGINE CONTROL
M9R Outputs from ECM
8. EGR Volume Control Valve
The EGR volume control valve consists of valve,
actuator and position sensor. The valve is installed in
EGR passage and operated by the actuator according
to the output signal from the ECM. The actuator uses a
DC motor and it opens or closes the valve to change
the EGR flow rate.
NOTE:
The EGR valve does a complete close & open self test
cycle AFTER the engine completely shuts down.
The EGR valve assembly on the Y61 Patrol fitted with
the ZD30-CRD engine & current YD25 engines is
similar to this EGR valve assembly.
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ENGINE CONTROL
M9R Outputs from ECM
10. Air Fuel Ratio Sensor Heater
Based on intake air temperature, engine coolant
temperature and rear exhaust gas temperature, ECM
Operates the A/F sensor heater.
When the A/F sensor heater is ON, ECM controls A/F
sensor heater with ON/OFF pulse duty signals according
to driving conditions.
The sensor is heated to ensure accurate operation.
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ENGINE CONTROL
M9R Outputs from ECM
13. Malfunction Indicator Lamp (ORANGE)
(On Board Diagnosis)
The MIL is located in the Instrument cluster between the
Speedometer & Tachometer. It is illuminated by the ECM
in the typical ORANGE colour & it indicates an engine
system fault. Use of CONSULT III is required to extract
DTC(s).
SPECIAL NOTE:
Water in Fuel Filter Warning (ORANGE)
This light is NOT operated by the ECM. It is permanently
powered by the instrument cluster & it is illuminated
when it is grounded by the water sensor in the base of
the Fuel Filter.
There will be NO DTCs logged when the water sensor in
the base of the Fuel Filter is grounded. However if the
water in fuel situation is not amended, engine related
DTCs will eventually be logged due to water damaging
the FUEL SYSTEM components.
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ENGINE CONTROL
DPF: Diesel Particulate Filter has over accumulated with soot (*1)
Drive the car at a steady speed of 60 ~ 80km/h until the light goes out.
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Check In
STEP 2
STEP 2a
STEP 3
STEP 5a
STEP 4a
No
Yes
STEP 5b
STEP 4b
STEP 6
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8. NATS.
Are all of the Keys working? Is there a foreign Electronic device on the Key Ring Set? Are the keys genuine
parts? The RED Key / Car symbol in the Combination Meter will illuminate if there is a NATS related issue,
however this is NOT always the case.
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3. DTC Inspection
Using CONSULT III, check for any DTCs in ENGINE as
well as any other system. PRINT OFF ANY DTCs
RECORDED IMMEDIATELY prior to taking any further
action.
Refer to the ESM for information about the codes. Refer
to the list of Possible Causes to determine the MOST
LIKELY cause of the fault.
REMEMBER THE CODE COULD BE RELATED TO
THE BASICS! Do NOT immediately blame expensive
components.
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6. Fuel Pressure
Use CONSULT III in ENGINE DATA MONITOR
FUEL RAIL PRESS (or ACT CR PRESS) to determine
the amount of fuel pressure in the rail.
Do NOT loosen a fuel line at the injector or rail!
REFER TO PAGE 14 OF THIS MANUAL FOR MORE
DETAIL.
8. Engine Compression
Ensure that there is suitable compression. Follow the
directions outlined in section EM of the ESM.
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*3 Refer to the ESM & carry out the inspection procedure of P2002. (Monitor the 2 x exhaust temp sensors & DIFF EXH PRES (differential
pressure) in DATA MONITOR.
*1 It is MANDATORY that the Engine Oil & Filter is changed once the Service Regeneration has completed.
*2 The Lack of Power complaint maybe caused by a non DPF related issue. Refer to page 63 of this manual (DPF Pressure Difference inspection) to
determine if the problem is DPF related or not.
NOTE:
With exclusion to the Road Test & the NATS Key Programming, details on how to complete all of Basic Service Operations are found in Section EC
BASIC INSPECTION of the Service Manual.
EXAMPLE: If a new DPF unit was fitted to the vehicle & then immediately handed back to the customer, yet the DPF Data Clear operation was NOT
carried out with CONSULT III, the new DPF will more than likely be damaged due to the Automatic Regeneration operation being carried out at an
inappropriate time.
This chart quickly summarises all typical repair tasks that could possibly be required on a T31 X-TRAIL M9R. Locate the repair or repairs that were carried
out on the vehicle in the left side column. Once located, refer to what Basic Service Operations are required to be carried out to support the original repair.
Failure to properly complete the repair & replacement procedure could easily result in an unsuccessful repair or a repeat failure.
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2. Ensure that these 3 grounds linking the
battery negative to the body & transmission
are clean & tight.
Otherwise any grounds connected to the
body such as the 2 x engine grounds
discussed above cannot properly function.
NOTE:
The LHF wheel inner wheel arch plastic
lining will need to be removed for access to
these ground connections
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FUEL SYSTEM
M9R Fuel Filter
1. Layout
Refer to the picture shown right. This details the basic
configuration of the Diesel Fuel Filter in the vehicle
4. Filter Element
Refer to the picture shown right. This is the element cut
out from the steel canister & removed. Fuel enters the
canister & is taken from the external side of the filter
paper to the inside of the filter paper & then exits the
centrally located outlet of the Filter assembly to the
Engine (Fuel Pump).
If any water is in the Fuel it will collect in the base of the
steel canister.
5. Filter Housing
Refer to the picture shown right. This shows the inside of
the steel canister with the element removed. Using the
picture, it can be seen the where water is contained.
With reference to the picture above as well as this one, it
can be seen that there is a 2cm deep reserve for water.
NOTES:
The Water in Fuel Sensor, Fuel Recirculation Valve &
the drain tap come complete with the fuel filter assembly.
They are NOT separate parts.
When draining water from the filter, it is STRONGLY
ADVISED to remove the filter from the bracket & turn the
filter onto its side to ensure that the maximum amount of
water can be drained out.
Refer to pages 82 83 for more detail
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FUEL SYSTEM
Fuel Tank
The Fuel Tank design in T31 is very similar
to what is found in T30, Z50, Z33 & J10.
The Tank is made of a plastic material & has
an 65L capacity.
The shape of the tank is a saddle design due
to the propeller shaft running up the centre of
the vehicle for the rear drive. This creates the
need for a Jet Pump system to pump over
trapped fuel to where the main pump is
located.
Fuel Senders
Due to above described saddle type tank
design, 2 x Fuel sender units are utilised.
They are wired in series in order to show an
average of the amount of fuel in the tank.
Fuel is taken from the drivers side of the
tank. Fuel trapped in the other bowl is
pumped over via the Jet Pump. The jet pump
is operated via the return fuel flowing back
into the tank
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FUEL SYSTEM
3. Special Service Tool
For the removal of the sender units, the SST
EKV9910477700 is required.
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6sp E-A/T RE6F01A (M9R Engine)
The availability of a Automatic Transmission is made possible with the new 6 speed transmission produced
for Nissan & Renault by JATCO.
SPECIAL PRECAUTIONS
ONLY USE GENUINE NISSAN
Do NOT use any other fluid in this transmission such as NISSAN MATIC D or other Non Nissan brand of
fluids.
Do NOT use Matic J Fluid in any other transmission. Matic J is ONLY designed for the RE5R05A &
RE6F01A Transmissions.
Do NOT Blend or mix Matic J fluid with any other Automatic Transmission Fluid (Including Matic D).
Do NOT reuse transmission fluid once it has been drained.
The Fluid level inspection as well as the replacement of the fluid will require a special process to be
followed. Strictly adhere to the process outlined in this Training Manual or the ESM.
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Take note of the shift point speeds in the above table. In normal driving circumstances, 6th gear will
not be selected at a road speed of 100km/h.
The 5th gear ratio of 0.855:1 is suitable for 100km/h driving. 6th gear ratio is 0.685:1
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A/T Fluid Level Check
1. Check for A/T fluid leakage. Ensure that there are no
leaks & if a leak is detected confirm what fluid it is that
appears to be leaking.
2. Park vehicle on level surface and set parking brake.
3. Start engine.
4. Move selector lever through each gear position &
then return the gear lever to the P position.
5. Ensure that the A/T fluid temperature is exactly
40C.
Connect CONSULT-III
Select TRANSMISSION
Select DATA MONITOR.
Read out the value of ATF TEMP SE 1.
A/T fluid temperature reaches 30C in approximately
five minutes after idling and 40C after approximately
ten minutes of idling. The level checking operation must
be performed quickly.
6. Remove drain plug.
7. Check A/T fluid level as follows;
If ATF overflows from the drain hole, adjust A/T fluid
level to the correct level by allowing the fluid to continue
draining until the fluid is slowly dripping.
If ATF does not overflow from the drain hole & fluid is
not consistently dripping, more fluid will need to be
added. Refer to the Changing Fluid instructions for
information on how to add fluid.
WARNING
This operation must be carried out with the fluid temp
set at 40C
If the fluid is too COLD at the time the level will
appear to be too LOW.
If the fluid is too HOT at the time the fluid level will
appear to be too HIGH.
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A/T Fluid Changing
1. Warm up ATF by running the engine & then stop the
engine. Fluid to be as warm as conveniently possible.
2. Remove drain plug.
3. Remove A/T fluid level tube & allow the fluid to drain
out of the hole.
4. Install A/T fluid level tube & then install the drain plug.
5. Inject ATF via the Turbine Revolution Sensor hole.
The battery, battery tray / ECM bracket will have to be
remove to access the sensor.
6. Refer to the Fluid Level Check (previous page) to
ensure that the level is correct. Ensure to warm the
transmission up to 40C. Use CONSULT III to confirm.
NOTES:
If the amount of discharge is known beforehand, add
500ml of ATF to the amount of discharge and inject the
total amount in the mounting hole of turbine revolution
sensor.
If whole quantity of ATF has been discharged, add
500ml of ATF to fluid capacity and inject the total amount
in the mounting hole of turbine revolution sensor.
Since the ATF in the A/T assembly cannot be fully
drained in a single operation, the steps (from 3 to
5) may need to be performed up to 3 times or so.
Replace O-rings of the drain plug and the turbine
revolution sensor with new ones. Apply ATF to O-rings.
If the special procedure for Checking the A/T Fluid is
not followed then the risk of over filling the transmission
can occur. Fluid leakage will occur if the Transmission is
overfilled.
It will NOT be necessary to replace the Transmission
Fluid Filter when changing the A/T fluid. The filter is NOT
available as a separate part, it comes complete with the
Control Valve (valve body) assembly.
Only use Nissan Matic J Transmission Fluid
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A/T Fluid Cooling
Cooling of the A/T Fluid is achieved via an engine coolant filled Transmission Fluid Cooler unit attached to
the Transmission assembly.
SPECIAL NOTE:
AT NO STAGE DOES THE TRANSMISSION FLUID EXIT THE TRANSMISSION. The Fluid is contained
within the transmission at all times. There is no external Air to Fluid cooler mounted in front of the radiator
& there is no Coolant to Fluid cooler located in the bottom tank of the radiator.
After Market Transmission Fluid Coolers
It is NOT POSSIBLE to add an additional fluid cooler to the vehicle as there are not any external pipes /
hoses that are accessible.
The MAXIMUM towing capacity for T31 X-TRAIL M9R is 1350kg. (Braked trailer)
Flushing the Transmission Fluid with Transmission Flushing Machines
This operation is not possible due to no external pipes / hoses containing transmission fluid which can be
branched into. Repeatedly fill & drain the transmission (operate the transmission via the engine running etc.
between each drain & fill) to flush the transmission of contaminated fluid.
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Check In
STEP 2
STEP 2a
STEP 3
STEP 5a
STEP 4a
Yes
No
STEP 5b
STEP 4b
STEP 6
PRIOR TO COMPLETION OF REPAIR AND HANDING BACK TO THE CUSTOMER
1. If not already done, Refer to section TM of the Service Manual; Inspections Before Trouble Diagnosis.
Carry out the 1st 4 checks as follows;
(i) A/T FLUID CHECK (condition, leakage & level.)
(ii) STALL TEST
(iii) LINE PRESSURE TEST
(iv) ROAD TEST
2. PLEASE UPDATE the TechLine contact
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Trip Computer
Mode Switch
MAINTENANCE
General
The Servicing for T31 M9R is mostly consistent with all other Nissan models. See below for further
comments etc.
STRICT PRECAUTIONS MUST BE ADHERED TO WHEN CHANGING THE ENGINE OIL & REPLACING
THE FUEL FILTER. See below for more details.
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6 Speed Manual Transmission Oil
Inspect the Oil carefully. Typically it will require replacement by 100,000kms. Only use a suitable quality
GL-4 type Transmission Oil with a viscosity of 75W 85.
Transmission Oil Capacity 2.0L
Brake Fluid
Replace the brake fluid with a suitable DOT 4 type fluid every 40,000kms or 2 years.
Fuel Filter
Like any other diesel engine model IT MUST BE DRAINED EVERY 10,000KMS and replaced every
40,000kms or 2 years.
THE FUEL FILTER REPLACEMENT OPERATION MUST BE CARRIED OUT IN A CLEAN
ENVIRONMENT. CONTAMINATION OF ANY KIND THAT ENTERS THE FUEL SYSTEM VIA AN
OPENED FUEL LINE CAN EASILY CAUSE SERIOUS ENGINE RUNNING PROBLEMS!
Wheel Alignment
A 4 WHEEL ALIGNMENT MUST BE CARRIED OUT AT THE PRE DELIVERY. It is strongly recommended
to inspect the front wheel alignment every 20,000kms or 1 year thereafter.
Monitor the wear characteristics of the rear tyres to determine the need of a rear wheel alignment.
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Transmission
M/T; GL-4 75W 85.
Replace every
100,000kms.
Engine
5W 30 ACEA C3
Replace every
10,000kms
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