1996 Nissan Pathfinder A/C & Heater Service (ONLINE REPAIR MANUALS)

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We have info for following modifications of 1996 Nissan Pathfinder

  • 1996 Nissan Pathfinder SE 3.3 V6 GAS, CC:3275, Fuel Injection, Engine VIN:, Desg:A
  • 1996 Nissan Pathfinder XE 3.3 V6 GAS, CC:3275, Fuel Injection, Engine VIN:, Desg:A
  • 1996 Nissan Pathfinder LE 3.3 V6 GAS, CC:3275, Fuel Injection, Engine VIN:, Desg:A

A/C & HEATER SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 1996 Nissan Pathfinder AUTOMOBILES

Air Conditioner and Heater Service Includes module configuration procedures, general service, maintenance, automatic temperature control, compressor services, electric cooling fans, vacuum diagrams, specifications, and manual air conditioning and heater diagnostics and replacement procedures for domestic and imported 1996 Nissan Pathfinder cars and light trucks from 1990+

Electrical Symbol & Wire Color Code Identification -> Electrical Symbol Identification -> Imported Vehicles
Vehicle: 1996 Nissan Pathfinder XE 3.3 V6 GAS

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A/C & HEATER SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 1996 Nissan Pathfinder AUTOMOBILES

Air Conditioner and Heater Service Includes module configuration procedures, general service, maintenance, automatic temperature control, compressor services, electric cooling fans, vacuum diagrams, specifications, and manual air conditioning and heater diagnostics and replacement procedures for domestic and imported 1996 Nissan Pathfinder cars and light trucks from 1990+

Electrical Symbol & Wire Color Code Identification -> Wire Color Code Identification -> Imported Vehicles
Vehicle: 1996 Nissan Pathfinder LE 3.3 V6 GAS

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A/C & HEATER SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 1996 Nissan Pathfinder AUTOMOBILES

Air Conditioner and Heater Service Includes module configuration procedures, general service, maintenance, automatic temperature control, compressor services, electric cooling fans, vacuum diagrams, specifications, and manual air conditioning and heater diagnostics and replacement procedures for domestic and imported 1996 Nissan Pathfinder cars and light trucks from 1990+

Nissan -> Component Replacement & Adjustment -> Adjustments -> 240SX -> 300ZX w/Automatic A/C -> 300ZX w/Manual A/C -> Air Mix Door -> Air Mix Door (Water Cock) -> Air/Mode Control Cable -> Altima w/Automatic A/C -> Altima w/Manual A/C -> Bi-Level (B/L) Door -> Bi-Level Door -> Control Cable -> Defroster Door Control Cable -> Fresh Vent Door -> Front Intake Door -> Intake Door -> Intake Door Motor -> Maxima w/Automatic A/C -> Maxima w/Manual A/C -> Mode Control Cable -> Mode Door -> Pathfinder w/Automatic A/C -> Pathfinder w/Manual A/C -> Pickup -> Quest -> Recirculation Door Cable -> Sentra & 200SX -> Temperature Control Cable -> Temperature Control Rod -> Ventilator Door Control Rod -> Water Cock Control Cable -> Water Cock Control Rod -> Water Valve
Vehicle: 1996 Nissan Pathfinder LE 3.3 V6 GAS

Control Cable

Whenever control cables are disconnected or case is serviced, control cables and operating rods should be adjusted as outlined below.

Maxima w/Automatic A/C
Mode Door
  • Install mode door motor on heater unit and connect it to main harness, Fig. .
  • Ensure lever of mode door motor is fitted into slit of mode door link
  • Set up code 46 in self-diagnosis.
  • Ensure mode door operates properly when changing from code 41 to 46 by pushing DEF switch.
Air Mix Door
  • Install air mix door motor and connect el...

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A/C & HEATER SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 1996 Nissan Pathfinder AUTOMOBILES

Air Conditioner and Heater Service Includes module configuration procedures, general service, maintenance, automatic temperature control, compressor services, electric cooling fans, vacuum diagrams, specifications, and manual air conditioning and heater diagnostics and replacement procedures for domestic and imported 1996 Nissan Pathfinder cars and light trucks from 1990+

Nissan -> Wiring Diagrams -> A/C System
Vehicle: 1996 Nissan Pathfinder SE 3.3 V6 GAS

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A/C & HEATER SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 1996 Nissan Pathfinder AUTOMOBILES

Air Conditioner and Heater Service Includes module configuration procedures, general service, maintenance, automatic temperature control, compressor services, electric cooling fans, vacuum diagrams, specifications, and manual air conditioning and heater diagnostics and replacement procedures for domestic and imported 1996 Nissan Pathfinder cars and light trucks from 1990+

Nissan -> Component Replacement & Adjustment -> Water Pump, Replace -> 300ZX -> Altima & 240SX -> GA16DE Engine -> Maxima -> Pathfinder -> Pickup -> Quest -> Sentra & 200SX -> SR20DE Engine
Vehicle: 1996 Nissan Pathfinder XE 3.3 V6 GAS

Maxima
  • Drain engine and radiator coolant.
  • Remove cylinder block drain plug, then the right engine mounting, mounting bracket and nuts.
  • Remove drive belts and idler pulley bracket.
  • Remove chain tensioner cover and water pump cover, Fig. .
  • Push timing chain tensioner sleeve, install stopper pin and remove chain tensioner assembly.
  • Remove three water pump attaching bolts, then turn crankshaft 20° counterclockwise to create gap between water pump gear and timing chain.
  • Put two M8 bolts in opposing water pump mounting holes, then altern...

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A/C & HEATER SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 1996 Nissan Pathfinder AUTOMOBILES

Air Conditioner and Heater Service Includes module configuration procedures, general service, maintenance, automatic temperature control, compressor services, electric cooling fans, vacuum diagrams, specifications, and manual air conditioning and heater diagnostics and replacement procedures for domestic and imported 1996 Nissan Pathfinder cars and light trucks from 1990+

Imported Cars & Light Trucks & Vans -> 1996-97 -> Evacuating System -> Using Charging Station -> Using Vacuum Pump
Vehicle: 1996 Nissan Pathfinder LE 3.3 V6 GAS

Using Vacuum Pump

Vacuum pumps suitable for removing air and moisture from A/C systems are commercially available. A specification for system pump down used here is 28-291/2 inches vacuum. This reading can be attained at or near sea level only. For each 1000 feet of altitude this operation is performed, the reading will be 1 inch vacuum higher. For example, at 5000 feet elevation, only 23-241/2 inches of vacuum can be obtained. The system refrigerant must be completely recovered before it can be evacuated. Damage to the vacuum pump will result if pressurized ...

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