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

A/C & Cooling System Maintenance -> Nissan -> 2003-04
Vehicle: 2003 Nissan Xterra 2.4 L4 GAS

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BRAKE SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR Nissan Xterra AUTOMOBILES

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

Nissan -> Hydraulic Brake Systems -> Component Service -> Altima, Maxima & Sentra -> Cleaning & Inspection -> External Proportioning Valve -> Frontier & Pathfinder -> Master Cylinder Overhaul -> Overhaul -> Quest -> Replacement -> Testing
Vehicle: 2005 Nissan Xterra S 4.0 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 Nissan Xterra AUTOMOBILES

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

Nissan/Datsun -> Component Locations -> 2000-06 Xterra, 1998-06 Frontier & 1996-06 Pathfinder
Vehicle: 2002 Nissan Xterra 2.4 L4 GAS

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

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

DRIVESHAFT, Replace -> Front -> Rear
Vehicle: 2008 Nissan Xterra S 4.0 V6 GAS

Front

  • 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.
  • Remove bolts and then remove front driveline from front final drive and transfer case from vehicle.
  • Reverse procedure to install, noting the following:
    • Torque wheel lug nuts to 80 ft. lbs.
    • Torque driveline to pinion flange bol...

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TIRE PRESSURE MONITORING SYSTEM PROCEDURES FOR Nissan Xterra 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 Xterra 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 Xterra SE 4.0 V6 GAS

Activation

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

  • With Nissan sensor activation tool J-45295, or equivalent, pushed against the LF sensor, press and hold the activation tool button 5 seconds, Fig.
  • With the ignition switch On, as the low tire pressure warning lamp blinks, Fig. , the respective sensor then must be initialized.
  • Register the ID of tire pressure sensor that low tire pressure warning lamp blinks. When Activation of registered wheel has been completed, turn signal lamp blinks two ti...

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STARTER & ALTERNATOR REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR Nissan Xterra AUTOMOBILES

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

Alternator, Replace
Vehicle: 2002 Nissan Xterra 3.3 V6 GAS

  • Disconnect battery ground cable.
  • Disconnect harness connectors.
  • Remove engine under cover.
  • Loosen alternator adjusting bolt and remove alternator drive belt.
  • Remove bracket, ...

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CABIN AIR FILTER LOCATIONS & REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR Nissan Xterra AUTOMOBILES

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

Cabin Air Filter Service -> Nissan -> 2008-09 Frontier & Pathfinder & 2009 Xterra
Vehicle: 2009 Nissan Xterra OFF-ROAD 4.0 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.
  • Press in on the sides of the glove compartment and allow the glove compartment to hand by the cord.
  • Depress the cabin air filter cover tab, then remove the cover, Fig. .
  • Remove the cabin air filter elements from the heater and ...

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MAINTENANCE LAMP RESET PROCEDURES FOR Nissan Xterra AUTOMOBILES

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

Nissan -> Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) Warning Indicator -> 2003-09 Xterra -> Activation -> ID Registration -> Less Activation Tool -> Relearn -> Reset -> With Activation Tool
Vehicle: 2006 Nissan Xterra OFF-ROAD 4.0 V6 GAS

Reset

The Low Tire Pressure Warning lamp will illuminate briefly as a bulb check when the ignition switch is placed in the on position. This system uses radio frequency pressure sensors which monitor pressure in all 4 tires. When operating the vehicle at a speed above 25 mph the Low Tire Pressure Warning Lamp will illuminate when low tire pressure has been detected. After all tires have been inflated to the proper pressure and vehicle has been operated the warning lamp should turn off unless a fault in the Low Tire Pressure warning system has developed.

Relearn

Activation

The activat...

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RADIATOR & HOSE REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR Nissan Xterra AUTOMOBILES

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

Coolant Hose, Replace -> Lower -> Upper
Vehicle: 2008 Nissan Xterra X 4.0 V6 GAS

Lower

  • Disconnect battery ground cable.
  • Drain cooling system into a suitable container by loosening drain plug of radiator.
  • Reposition hose clamp at radiator outlet.
  • Remove hose from radiator.
  • Reposition hose clamp at water inlet.
  • Remove hose from water inlet.
  • Remove hose from vehicle.
  • Reverse procedure t...

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SERPENTINE BELT SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR Nissan Xterra AUTOMOBILES

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

Serpentine Drive Belt, Replace
Vehicle: 2005 Nissan Xterra SE 4.0 V6 GAS

  • Disconnect wiring harness connector from air cleaner case.
  • Remove air cleaner duct and resonator assembly, then place air cleaner assembly aside.
  • Rotate or lift belt te...

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COMPONENT LOCATION DIAGRAMS FOR Nissan Xterra AUTOMOBILES

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

Door Harness Connectors Diagram for 2006 Nissan Xterra S 4.0 V6 GASDoor Harness Connectors Diagram for 2006 Nissan Xterra S 4.0 V6 GAS

Components on diagram:
  • Door Speaker
  • Power Window Motor
  • Door Mirror
  • Power Door Lock Switch
  • Main Power Window
  • Control Modules, Data Link, A/T & Steering Sensor Diagram for 2006 Nissan Xterra OFF-ROAD 4.0 V6 GASControl Modules, Data Link, A/T & Steering Sensor Diagram for 2006 Nissan Xterra OFF-ROAD 4.0 V6 GAS

    Components on diagram:
  • Data Link Connector
  • Steering Angle Sensor
  • Instrument Cluster
  • Body Control Module
  • Automatic Transmission
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    WIRING DIAGRAMS FOR Nissan Xterra AUTOMOBILES

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

    2001 Nissan Xterra  2.4 L4 GAS Wiring Diagram2001 Nissan Xterra 2.4 L4 GAS Wiring Diagram

    Components on diagram:
  • Engine Control Module
  • Engine Control Module Relay
  • 2008 Nissan Xterra SE 4.0 V6 GAS Wiring Diagram2008 Nissan Xterra SE 4.0 V6 GAS Wiring Diagram

    Components on diagram:
  • Transmission Control Module
  • Battery
  • Starter Relay
  • Ignition Switch
  • Body Control Module
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    TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETINS FOR Nissan Xterra AUTOMOBILES

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

    Document: RIGHT FRONT SEAT BACK VIBRATION AT HIGHWAY SPEEDS
    Vehicle: 2007 Nissan Xterra OFF-ROAD 4.0 V6 GAS

    Symptoms:
  • Vibration
  • Auto Systems:
  • Seats, Belts, Interior Trim, Carpets, Air Bags
  • Document: AUTO-DIMMING ELECTROCHROMIC (EC) MIRROR DIAGNOSIS
    Vehicle: 2001 Nissan Xterra 2.4 L4 GAS

    Auto Systems:
  • Instruments, Dash Cluster, Warning Lights, Mirrors
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    COMPONENT/PARTS SPECIFICATIONS FOR Nissan Xterra AUTOMOBILES

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