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2003 Nissan Murano CAR/TRUCK REPAIR PROCEDURES AND DIAGRAMS - WHAT Nissan REPAIR SHOPS DON'T WANT YOU TO KNOW
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- A/C & Heater Service
- Brake Service
- Fuel Filter Replacement
- Driveline, U-Joint & CV Axles Replacement
- Tire Pressure Monitoring System
- Starter & Alternator Replacement
- Cabin Air Filter Locations & Replacement
- Maintenance Lamp Reset
- Radiator & Hose Replacement
- Serpentine Belt Service
A/C & HEATER SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 2003 Nissan Murano AUTOMOBILES
Nissan -> Automatic Temperature Control System Diagnosis & Testing -> Description -> Air Mix Door Motor -> Ambient Temperature Sensor -> Aspirator -> Automatic Amplifier -> Engine Coolant Ambient Temperature Sensor -> Fan Control Amplifier -> Front Blower Speed Control Module -> In-Vehicle Sensor -> Intake Door Motor -> Intake Temperature Sensor -> Maxima -> Maxima & Pathfinder -> Mode Door Motor -> Pathfinder -> Potentiometer Temperature Control (PTC) -> Sunload Sensor -> System Components
Vehicle: 2003 Nissan Murano 3.5 V6 GAS
System Components
The control system consists of input sensor, switches, the automatic amplifier (microcomputer) and outputs, Figs. through .
Automatic Amplifier
The automatic amplified has a built-in microcomputer which processes information sent from various sensor need for air conditioner operating. The air mix door motor, mode door motor, intake door motor, blower motor and compressor are then controlled. The auto amplified is unitized with control mechanisms. Signals from various switches and Potentiometer Temperature Control (PTC) are directly entered int...
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BRAKE SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 2003 Nissan Murano AUTOMOBILES
Nissan -> Hydraulic Brake Systems -> Component Service -> Altima, Maxima & Sentra -> Cleaning & Inspection -> External Proportioning Valve -> Frontier & Pathfinder -> Master Cylinder Overhaul -> Overhaul -> Quest -> Replacement -> Testing
Vehicle: 2003 Nissan Murano 3.5 V6 GAS
Master Cylinder Overhaul
Overhaul
Refer to Figs. through for master cylinder overhaul procedures, noting the following:
- If piston assembly is stuck in cylinder bore, gradually apply air to fluid outlet port.
- Replace stopper cap if claws are damaged. Bend claw inward when installing new stopper.
Cleaning & Inspection
Examine reservoirs for foreign matter and inspect all passages for restrictions. If there is any indication of contamination or evidence of corrosion, service the hydraulic system as needed.
When disassembled, wash all components in denatured alcohol or clean brake flui...
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FUEL FILTER REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR 2003 Nissan Murano AUTOMOBILES
Nissan/Datsun -> Fuel Filter Replacement -> 2003-06 Murano, 350Z & 2002-06 Altima -> Fuel System Pressure Relief -> Removal & Installation
Vehicle: 2003 Nissan Murano 3.5 V6 GAS
Fuel System Pressure Relief
- Remove the fuel pump fuse from the fuse panel.
- Start and run the engine until it stalls.
- After the engine stalls, crank two or three times to ensure all fuel pressure is relieved.
- Turn the ignition Off, then install the fuel pump fuse.
Removal & Installation
Do not smoke or allow an open flame of any type when working on or near any fuel system related components. The highly flammable vapor mixtures may ignite, resulting in serious personal injury.
Prior to disconnecting fuel lines, the fuel system pressure must be relieved to prevent a...
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DRIVELINE, U-JOINT & CV AXLES REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR 2003 Nissan Murano AUTOMOBILES
DRIVESHAFT, Replace -> Rear
Vehicle: 2003 Nissan Murano 3.5 V6 GAS
Rear
- Place vehicle in neutral.
- Release parking brake.
- Raise and support vehicle and support it with safety stands in proper locations.
- Place reference mark on front driveline shaft flange yoke and companion flange of front final driveline. Paint is recommended for match marks. Never damage flange yoke and companion flange of front final drive.
- Loosen mounting nuts of center bearing mount brackets with suitable tool.
- Remove bolts and nuts from driveline co...
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TIRE PRESSURE MONITORING SYSTEM PROCEDURES FOR 2003 Nissan Murano AUTOMOBILES
Component Replacement -> Body Control Module -> Installation -> Remote Keyless Entry Receiver -> Removal -> Transmitter
Vehicle: 2003 Nissan Murano 3.5 V6 GAS
Transmitter
Removal
- Deflate tire, then remove retaining nut an allow transmitter to fall into tire.
- Gently bounce tire so transmitter falls to bottom of tire.
- Place tire on suitable tire changing machine and break both tire beads. Ensure transmitter remains at bottom of tire.
- Turn tire so valve hole is at bottom, then bounce tire so transmitter is near valve hole.
- Lift tire onto turntable and position valve hole 270° from mounting/dismounting head, Fig. .
- Lubricate tire, then remove first side of tire.
- Reach inside of tire and remove transmitter.
- Remove second side of tire.
Installa...
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STARTER & ALTERNATOR REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR 2003 Nissan Murano AUTOMOBILES
Alternator, Replace
Vehicle: 2003 Nissan Murano 3.5 V6 GAS
- Disconnect battery ground cable.
- Remove righthand engine undercover and side inspection cover.
- Remove radiator assembly.
- Mark running direction, then loose...
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CABIN AIR FILTER LOCATIONS & REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR 2003 Nissan Murano AUTOMOBILES
Cabin Air Filter Service -> Nissan -> 2003-07 Murano
Vehicle: 2003 Nissan Murano 3.5 V6 GAS
Under normal operating conditions the cabin air filter should be replaced every 12 months or 15,000 miles. In dusty areas change the cabin air filter more often.
- Open the glove compartment.
- Remove the two glove compartment striker retaining screws, Fig. .
- Remove the two glove compartment retaining screws, then disengage the retaining clip and pawl.
- Lift the glove compartment and lower panel from the instrument panel, then...
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MAINTENANCE LAMP RESET PROCEDURES FOR 2003 Nissan Murano AUTOMOBILES
Nissan -> Vehicle Dynamic Control (VDC) Warning Lamp ->
Vehicle: 2003 Nissan Murano 3.5 V6 GAS
The VDC lamp should illuminate when the ignition switch is placed in the on position for a few seconds or when the VDC control switch is in the off position. If the VDC lamps illuminates while ope...
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RADIATOR & HOSE REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR 2003 Nissan Murano AUTOMOBILES
Radiator, Replace
Vehicle: 2003 Nissan Murano 3.5 V6 GAS
Never remove radiator cap when engine is hot. Serious burns could occur from high pressure coolant escaping from radiator. Perform when engine is cold.
- Wrap a thick cloth around cap. Slowly turn it a quarter turn to allow built-up pressure to escape. Carefully remove cap by turning it all way.
- Remove undercover usin...
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SERPENTINE BELT SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 2003 Nissan Murano AUTOMOBILES
Serpentine Drive Belt, Replace
Vehicle: 2003 Nissan Murano 3.5 V6 GAS
- Rotate or lift the belt tensioner arm, using a suitable tool to relieve tension from dr...
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COMPONENT LOCATION DIAGRAMS FOR 2003 Nissan Murano AUTOMOBILES
Component location diagrams for most 2003 Nissan Murano cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. from 1990+.
Automatic Drive Positioner Components Diagram for 2003 Nissan Murano 3.5 V6 GAS Components on diagram: |
Rear Window Defogger Diagram for 2003 Nissan Murano 3.5 V6 GAS Components on diagram: |
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WIRING DIAGRAMS FOR 2003 Nissan Murano AUTOMOBILES
OEM drawn wiring diagrams for most 2003 Nissan Murano cars and light trucks sold in the U.S.
2003 Nissan Murano 3.5 V6 GAS Wiring Diagram Components on diagram: |
2003 Nissan Murano 3.5 V6 GAS Wiring Diagram Components on diagram: |
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TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETINS FOR 2003 Nissan Murano AUTOMOBILES
OEM TSB listings for most 2003 Nissan Murano cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. from 1985+.
Document: A/C SYSTEM O-RING SEAL LEAKS Vehicle: 2003 Nissan Murano 3.5 V6 GAS Auto Systems: |
Document: SUNROOF INOPERATIVE Vehicle: 2003 Nissan Murano 3.5 V6 GAS |
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COMPONENT/PARTS SPECIFICATIONS FOR 2003 Nissan Murano AUTOMOBILES
BRAKE SPECIFICATIONS: Brake drum, rotor, caliper, and related specifications for most 2003 Nissan Murano cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. and Canada from 1970+.
- Brake caliper mounting bolt torque
- Brake drum runout, machining, & discard specs
- Minimum brake lining thickness.
- Brake rotor runout, parallelism, machining, discard, & finish specs
A/C SYSTEM SPECIFICATIONS: Air conditioning refrigerant capacity and type as well as lubricant capacity for most 2003 Nissan Murano cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. and Canada from 1980+.
- Refrigerant capacity & type, compressor oil viscosity, total system oil capacity & compressor clutch gap
COOLING SYSTEM BLEED: Cooling system bleeder valve identification, bleeder type and bleed procedures for most domestic and imported cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. and Canada from 1986+.
PREVENTIVE MAINTENANCE: Preventive maintenance recommendations and required services for most domestic and imported cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. and Canada from 1980+. Includes severe and routine service schedules
QUICK-LUBE and ILLUSTRATIONS: Fluid recommendations, capacities, drain plug torques, tire data, and severe service recommended preventive maintenance schedules. Information covers most 2003 Nissan Murano cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. and Canada from 1980+. Engine and chassis service images.
- Automatic transmission/transaxles capacities, lubricant recommendations
- Differential/final drive capacities, lube recommendations, grades, & viscosities
- Final drive fill & drain plug torques
- Number of lubrication fittings & plugs
- Power steering, brake, & clutch fluid recommendations
- Manual transmission/transaxle capacities, lube recommendations, grades, & viscosities
- Number of lubrication fittings & plugs
- Power steering, brake, & clutch fluid recommendations
- Engine oil capacities, API grade recommendations, SAE viscosity recommendations, drain plug torque
- Severe service maintenance & interval recommendations
- Tire sizes, wheel nut/bolt torque, pressures & rim sizes
- Transfer case capacities, lube recommendations, grades, & viscosities
TUNE-UP & DRIVEABILITY SPECIFICATIONS: Most tune-up specifications for most 2003 Nissan Murano cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. and Canada from 1980+
- Airflow sensor electrical specifications
- Tensioning specifications for systems with automatic tensioners
- Barometric pressure sensor specs
- Battery group number and cranking performance
- Crankshaft & camshaft position sensor resistance
- Engine compression pressures
- Coolant temperature sensor specs
- Computer advance.
- Diesel fuel temperature sensor resistance.
- Distributor advance specifications
- Ignition pickup coil resistance
- Exhaust gas recirculation temperature sensor resistance
- Engine fastener torque values
- Firing order diagrams
- Fuel system pressures
- Generator (alternator) specs
- Intake air temperature sensor specs
- Ignition coil specifications
- Fuel injector resistance
- Engine idle speeds
- Knock sensor resistance
- Manifold absolute pressure sensor specs
- Mixture control solenoid resistance
- Voltage regulator specs
- Spark plug applications & gaps
- Starter motor electrical specs.
- Tensioning specifications for systems without automatic tensioners
- Throttle body temperature sensor resistance
- Ignition timing in degrees at rpm
- Transmission oil temperature sensor resistance
- Throttle position sensor specs
- Vacuum sensor valve specs
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