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A/C & HEATER SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR Nissan Altima 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 Nissan Altima cars and light trucks from 1990+

Imported Cars & Light Trucks & Vans -> 1993-95 -> System Inspection -> Compressor -> Condenser -> Evaporator -> Receiver/Drier -> Refrigerant Line Restrictions -> Thermostatic Expansion Valve
Vehicle: 1994 Nissan Altima XE 2.4 L4 GAS

While a detailed diagnostic procedure for all air conditioning systems would be impractical due to the many variations in construction and operation, there are three fundamental components of a total diagnosis:

  • Refrigerant systems must have an adequate, but not excessive charge.
  • Determination must be made whether the refrigerant system is governed by a cycling clutch compressor or by valves which control evaporator pressure.
  • The air distribution system (blower motor, switches, vacuum lines and air ducts) must be operational before checking the refrigera...

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BRAKE SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR Nissan Altima AUTOMOBILES

Includes anti-lock brakes, disc, drum, power and hydraulic brake services diagnostics and procedures for domestic and imported Nissan Altima cars and light trucks from 1990+.

Nissan -> Power Brake Units -> Troubleshooting
Vehicle: 2003 Nissan Altima 2.5 L4 GAS

  • With engine off, depress brake pedal several times. There should be no change in pedal stroke.
  • With brake pedal depressed, start engine. Pedal should go down slightly.
  • Run engine for two minutes, then turn engine off. Depress brake pedal slowly several times.
  • Pe...

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FUEL FILTER REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR Nissan Altima AUTOMOBILES

Fuel filter replacement procedures with corresponding images for most domestic and imported Nissan Altima cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. for 1980+.

Nissan/Datsun -> Fuel Filter Scheduled Maintenance -> Gasoline Engines -> Normal Service -> Severe Service
Vehicle: 1996 Nissan Altima GLE 2.4 L4 GAS

Normal Service

Service as ...

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DRIVELINE, U-JOINT & CV AXLES REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR Nissan Altima AUTOMOBILES

Includes CV axle, universal joint, and driveline replacement, for domestic and imported Nissan Altima cars and light trucks from 1990+.

CV AXLE SHAFT, Replace
Vehicle: 1996 Nissan Altima GXE 2.4 L4 GAS

  • Raise and support vehicle.
  • Remove wheels and tires.
  • Remove wheel bearing lock nut.
  • Brake caliper need not be disconnected. Do not twist or stretch brake hose when moving components.
  • Remove cotter pin and nut securing lower ball joint to knuckle.
  • Strike knuckle with a hammer and pull down transverse link to separate lower ball joint from knuckle.
  • Remove tie-rod ball joint.
  • Separate drive shaft from knuckle by slightly tapping it. If it is hard to remove, use a puller. When removing drive shaft, cover boots with shop towel to prevent damage to them.
  • Remove right dri...

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TIRE PRESSURE MONITORING SYSTEM PROCEDURES FOR Nissan Altima AUTOMOBILES

Description, component locations, reset procedures, relearn procedures, diagnosis and testing, wiring diagrams, component replacement, and identification of vehicles equipped and not equipped with tire pressure monitoring system for most domestic and imported Nissan Altima cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. from mid 1990's+.

Relearn Procedures -> Activation -> ID Registration -> Less Activation Tool -> With Activation Tool
Vehicle: 2009 Nissan Altima SL 3.5 V6 GAS

Activation

The activation procedure must be performed after replacing or rotating tire and wheels, replacing tire pressure sensor or BCM.

  • Place the ignition switch in the On position.
  • With Nissan sensor activation tool J-45295, or equivalent, pushed against the LF sensor, press and hold the activation tool button 5 seconds, Fig.
  • The hazard warning lamps will flash as indicated in Fig. .
  • Repeat procedure for RF, RR and LR tire pressure sensors.
  • When the BCM finishes assigning each tire ID, the BCM flashes the hazard warning lamps and sends flashing indicator status by CAN as indica...

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STARTER & ALTERNATOR REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR Nissan Altima AUTOMOBILES

Includes starter and alternator replacement procedures for domestic and imported Nissan Altima cars and light trucks from 1990+.

Alternator, Replace
Vehicle: 2001 Nissan Altima 2.4 L4 GAS

  • Disconnect battery ground cable.
  • Drain cooling system into a suitable container.
  • Remove upper radiator hose.
  • Disconnect harness connectors, harness stay and harness to A/C compressor.
  • Release accelerator...

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CABIN AIR FILTER LOCATIONS & REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR Nissan Altima AUTOMOBILES

Cabin air filter locations and replacement procedures with corresponding images for most domestic and imported Nissan Altima cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. as equipped to the current model year.

Cabin Air Filter Service -> Nissan -> 2002-04 Altima
Vehicle: 2003 Nissan Altima 2.5 L4 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 clips.
  • Lift the glove compartment from the instrument panel, then disconnect the glove compartment lamp.
  • Remove the four glove compartment housing retaining sc...

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MAINTENANCE LAMP RESET PROCEDURES FOR Nissan Altima AUTOMOBILES

Maintenance lamp reset procedures with corresponding images for most domestic and imported Nissan Altima cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. from 1990+.

Nissan -> All Wheel Drive (AWD) Warning Lamp ->
Vehicle: 2009 Nissan Altima S 2.5 L4 GAS

When the ignition switch is placed in the on position, the AWD warning lamp will light as a bulb check but should go off soon after the engine is started. If a malfunction in the AWD system exist or if fr...

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RADIATOR & HOSE REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR Nissan Altima AUTOMOBILES

Includes radiator, cooling and heater hose replacement procedures for domestic and imported Nissan Altima cars and light trucks from 1990+

Heater Hose, Replace -> Inlet -> Outlet
Vehicle: 2006 Nissan Altima S 3.5 V6 GAS

Inlet

  • Disconnect battery ground cable.
  • Drain cooling system into a suitable container by loosening drain plug of radiator.
  • Reposition hose clamp at heater core.
  • Remove hose from heater core.
  • Reposition hose clamp at thermostat housing.
  • Remove hose from thermostat housing.
  • Remove hose from vehicle.
  • Reverse procedure to...

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SERPENTINE BELT SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR Nissan Altima AUTOMOBILES

Serpentine belt replacement procedures with corresponding images for most domestic and imported Nissan Altima cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. from 1990+.

Serpentine Drive Belt, Replace
Vehicle: 1997 Nissan Altima GLE 2.4 L4 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 Nissan Altima AUTOMOBILES

Component location diagrams for most Nissan Altima cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. from 1990+.

Engine Control Harness Components Diagram for 2003 Nissan Altima  2.5 L4 GASEngine Control Harness Components Diagram for 2003 Nissan Altima 2.5 L4 GAS

Components on diagram:
  • Vehicle Speed Sensor
  • Revolution Sensor
  • Battery
  • Starter Motor
  • Generator
  • Engine Room Harness Components Diagram for 2002 Nissan Altima  2.5 L4 GASEngine Room Harness Components Diagram for 2002 Nissan Altima 2.5 L4 GAS

    Components on diagram:
  • Ground E24
  • Ground E14
  • Ground E15
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    WIRING DIAGRAMS FOR Nissan Altima AUTOMOBILES

    OEM drawn wiring diagrams for most Nissan Altima cars and light trucks sold in the U.S.

    2003 Nissan Altima  3.5 V6 GAS Wiring Diagram2003 Nissan Altima 3.5 V6 GAS Wiring Diagram

    Components on diagram:
  • Battery
  • Body Control Module
  • Front Wiper Motor
  • Front Wiper Switch
  • Front Wiper Relay
  • 2006 Nissan Altima SE-R 3.5 V6 GAS Wiring Diagram2006 Nissan Altima SE-R 3.5 V6 GAS Wiring Diagram

    Components on diagram:
  • Ignition Switch
  • Back-Up Lamp Switch
  • Back-Up Lamp
  • Rear Combination Lamp- Right Hand
  • Rear Combination Lamp- Left Hand
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    TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETINS FOR Nissan Altima AUTOMOBILES

    OEM TSB listings for most Nissan Altima cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. from 1985+.

    Document: FRONT SEAT BELT LATCH PLATE RETAINING BUTTON MISSING - REVISED
    Vehicle: 1997 Nissan Altima XE 2.4 L4 GAS

    Auto Systems:
  • Seats, Belts, Interior Trim, Carpets, Air Bags
  • Document: REAR WHEEL ARCH CORROSION REPAIR
    Vehicle: 1994 Nissan Altima SE 2.4 L4 GAS

    Auto Systems:
  • Finishes, Body Structure, Frame, Bumpers
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    COMPONENT/PARTS SPECIFICATIONS FOR Nissan Altima AUTOMOBILES

    BRAKE SPECIFICATIONS: Brake drum, rotor, caliper, and related specifications for most Nissan Altima 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 Nissan Altima 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 Nissan Altima 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 Nissan Altima 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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