Tech Thread - Nissan Frontier, Navara, Pathfinder.

[gready123456]

Smash

ok peeps, post whatever good info you have on the Navara....most importantly, what problems you all have had and solutions.

Here is some basic maintenance info:

Engine Oil: Grade API-CF4 / ACEA B1, B3, B4, B5. do not use API-CG4. Volume required 7.6 L. API are not using the CF4 grading system again because the test is no longer available. CH4 is the recommended substitute. Viscosity 15W-40
Oil change interval 5000 kms mineral oil; 7500 - 10000 kms synthetic

Brake and Clutch Fluid: Grade DOT 3 or 4. Change interval 1 year or 20000 kms

Coolant: Grade Nissan coolant L250. Volume 10.2 L. Change interval 20000 kms. coolant is pre-mixed

Manual Transmission: Grade API-GL4. Viscosity 75W-85 or 75W-90. Change interval 30000 kms. Volume required 2WD: 3.99 L; 4WD: 4.32 L

Automatic Transmission Fluid: Grade ATF Matic Fluid-J. Change interval 40000 kms. Volume required 10.3 L

Transfer Case fluid: Grade Nissan ATF. Volume required 2 L. Change interval 30000 kms

Differential Oil: Grade: Standard gear: GearOil Hypoid LSD or API-GL5.
LSD gear: GearOil Hypoid LSD
Viscosity 80W-90. Change interval 30000 kms
Volume required: Front diff: 0.85 L; Rear diff: 2.01 L

Power Steering fluid: Grade Genuine Nissan PSF or Dexron 3 ATF. Change interval 30000 kms

Multi-purpose grease: NLGI #2

Please note that the change intervals stated here may be different from what you may see your owner's manual. the intervals are shorter to compensate for our country's ambient temperatureand road conditions

please feel free to post whatever info you have

Table of Contents:

Fluid specs and volumes, basic maintenance info and diagnostics, 4WD, differential backlash: viewtopic.php?f=41&t=236360

squeaking chassis bolts: viewtopic.php?f=41&t=236360&start=30

reset service counter, injector pump ECU reset, primer pump issue when van is on a steep incline: viewtopic.php?f=41&t=236360&start=120

fault code list, manuals (D40): viewtopic.php?f=41&t=236360&start=270

more service manuals (D22 / D40): viewtopic.php?f=41&t=236360&start=390

injector issues: viewtopic.php?f=41&t=236360&start=420

body scratches and dents: viewtopic.php?f=41&t=236360&start=450

Nav problems: viewtopic.php?f=41&t=236360&start=510

full Nav specs: viewtopic.php?f=41&t=236360&start=540

[sMASH]

Sooo I should take that as a 'no' that the hypoid lsd oil can only be user in the lsd diff and cannot be used in the gearbox.

And the atf transfercase oil is not the same as the atf matic

[SkettellGod]

hey guys, not sure if i missed it earlier in the thread but,
there's a sequence of operations to go through with the ignition switch and the door open sensor on the driver door that enables the nav to do a self check.

anyone remembers the sequence or knows what i'm talking about?

[SkettellGod]

there's this one, 5th post courtesy "sheepy" that checks a multitude of things, most of which i have no idea of but works
http://www.nissan-navara.net/viewtopic. ... ilit=gauge

but there's another which checks the lights etc.that i'm looking for.

[Mrluver22]

Hey tuners any of you'll guys ever chipped or remapped your D40 navara. If any of you'll did what are the benefits? Reason om asking is because I passed by a RORO dealer today and I saw some selling and the sales person said," that everybody is chipping there pickups for more speeds these days."

[TG7788]

Having some problems with my air condition and N&M can't seem to correct it.

Here's what happens:
1. Start engine (I always wait until the heating light comes off)
2. Turn on A/C to whatever fan speed I require (I don't start the engine with the A/C on)
3. A/C is set to coldest temperature and to blow straight ahead (not Max A/C)
4. The fan starts blowing for about 2 - 3 seconds then you hear the direction switching from straight ahead to feet then to the wind screen.
4. The A/C light comes off and it continues blowing hot air to the wind screen
5. If the fan switch is turned off then on again it does not change. If the A/C button is pressed on and off it does not come on
6. The engine has to be switched off then on again and then the A/C starts blowing cold air

The problem does not happen at each start but at different occasions. Sometimes twice per day, sometimes once every few days, etc.

A couple of weeks ago they changed the actuators that switch the air direction between vents. Yesterday they changed the module with the fan switches, temperature selector, etc. Now they would like to keep the vehicle to do more checks.

I just did a self test but got the 10 slow and 10 fast blinks of the CEL which a few pages back indicate no faults stored.

Anyone else experienced this or heard about this?

[jhonnieblue]

Stupidest statement I've heard recently.
More speed needes in a pickup..you wanna take an unstable platform and make it more unstable.
If youre really thinking of doing that I hope for you're sake you crash somewhere by yourself and not take any innocent lives with you
Absolutely dumb concept If you ask me

[TG7788]

Can anyone confirm the bolt pattern of the D40 Navara? Is it 6 x 114.3?

[lighthammer]

^yup.

[TG7788]

Thanks hammer.

[Kenjo]

This is a part of my brake system that seems to have slipped forward from my brake pads, van was serviced just 5 weeks ago but I now noticed this and I can't say whether it was immediately after the service or gradually but I have to go sort it out tomorrow , it's hard to take a pick between the spokes of the rims but can anyone surely identify it.who says that you need properly functioning brakes

The grey arrow is pointing to the abnormality

[lighthammer]

looks like either your shield for the rotor is bent.
Easy fix, just bend it back with ur hand or whack it with a hammer.

[vigo86]

hi, can anyone tell me where can i get a roll n lock tray cover?

[droppa]

West Bourne trading aka bad granny, but mind u it leaks eh, and yes the roll n lock brand......


U can also call Neil 297 9000 he has them and installs as well

[ravist]

Any of you guys ever used the Amsoil Synthetic Automatic Transmission Fluid in your vehicle? My van is coming close to 100k and I have never changed the transmission fluid and the original Nissan ATF is difficult to source. I just want to get some feedback on how the the Amsoil ATF performs and the service intervals.

[sliderz1]

Filterproz will be getting original Nissan ATF soon!
look out for his thread

[jhonnieblue]

Anyone change shocks yet? Know where to source

[ravist]

N&M changed front shocks for me together with Master Serv but I think you can genuine at the Motorist. Call 786-0237 (Motorist Curepe)

[jhonnieblue]

Yea thats original Nissan
Anyone try the blisters or OME shocks?
Read those were a lot better but no clue where to get locally

[ravist]

Maybe in this regard, you may want to use genuine because of sensitivity of tire wear and suspension issues on the navaras. Are you changing all 4 and what is your mileage??

[jhonnieblue]

120,000km yup lookin to change all 4.. transmission fluid as well
What's the standard way they change this? Drain or vacuum

[ravist]

Then you should go with genuine shock absorbers. The kind of stress I went through with my van, I am only going to use genuine parts, besides, it pays back in the long run and your ride will thank you...
I am guessing you have never changed ATF....
Vacuum at Chaguanas Auto Supplies, $950.00..... Amsoil Synthetic ATF, (Nissan Matic D, J & K standard) & service intervals, 50,000 miles or 80,000kms for severe driving or 70,000 miles or 110,000kms for moderate driving. I am a little of both but if I decide on using this Amsoil ATF, my change interval will be 50,000kms..... I will still prefer to go with Nissan ATF though but extremely hard to source in T'dad...

[lighthammer]

I used factory shocks for a while but I upgraded recently, all the offroading I did basically obliterated those shocks and lead to bad tire junking on highway use (my old tires got very loud as they got worn and made a LOT of noise on the highway) - but if you want stock ride, better you go with OEM.

I'd recommend KYB or original Nissan shocks - only problem is to find a place that wil compress them for you to load the shocks into the coilovers (this can be a dangerous process - let a professional do it cuz it can KILL you if that loaded spring slips out from a regular ol' hydraulic press).


Basically - stock or mildly modified tires, go with factory. Bigger or heavier rims and tires / offroad tires, better off to upgrade your suspension.


WRT auto tranny service - Chaguanas auto supplies are very good, just bring your own fluids in the correct grade and correct amounts. See the first page of this thread for more info on your fluids.

(see why gears better than tranny bai jhonnyblue bai)

[ravist]

Is it okay to use Castrol 75W-90 (Limited Slip) differential oil although my diff clearly prints 80W-90 LS ONLY???

[lighthammer]

should be ok meng - no worries.

[ravist]

Thanks B....Just spoke to guy who changes transmission oil and he told me that he will have to change the oil via the 'cooler line'... Not sure what the jail that is but, is that making any sense??? Btw, my transmission has no dip-stick...

[jhonnieblue]

Same thing I noticed with mine

[TG7788]

Thinking about putting some 20x9.5 wheels on my auto 4x4. First of all, can this rim handle a 275 tire and can I safely use a size of 275/60/20 without damaging the suspension, engine, transmission, etc? I don't want any low profile tires. Or should I go with a smaller 18" to use that width and profile tire.

[biggy82]

ravist: the cooler line is the tranny fluid inlet line to the fin fan cooler infront of the radiator. this is normal; as long as he uses a vacuum pump to remove all the ATF from the tranny, it will be fine

the dipstick for the tranny is between the firewall and the tranny. it looks like a bolt but when you unscrew it, the stick is attached to it. you have to jack the Nav up to check the ATF level

TG7788: 9.5 wheels are either going to be outside of the fender or rubbing against the shield, depending on the offset. once you can live with either of those conditions, go for it.

[jhonnieblue]

Anyone ever change rotors?