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Nissan Silvia. Manual - part 294

SLC934

Check for leakage.

Overheating Cause Analysis

NMLC0028

Symptom

Check items

Cooling sys-
tem parts
malfunction

Poor heat transfer

Water pump malfunction

Worn or loose drive belt

—

Thermostat stuck closed

—

Damaged fins

Dust contamination or
paper clogging

Mechanical damage

Clogged radiator cooling
tube

Excess foreign material
(rust, dirt, sand, etc.)

Reduced air flow

Cooling fan does not oper-
ate

—

High resistance to fan rota-
tion

Damaged fan blades

Damaged radiator shroud

—

Improper coolant mixture
ratio

—

Poor coolant quality

—

Insufficient coolant

Coolant leaks

Cooling hose

Loose clamp

Cracked hose

Water pump

Poor sealing

Radiator cap

Loose

Poor sealing

Radiator

O-ring for damage, deterio-
ration or improper fitting

Cracked radiator tank

Cracked radiator core

Reservoir tank

Cracked reservoir tank

Overflowing reservoir tank

Exhaust gas leaks into
cooling system

Cylinder head deterioration

Cylinder head gasket dete-
rioration

IDX

ENGINE COOLING SYSTEM

Radiator (Aluminum type) (Cont’d)

LC-21

Symptom

Check items

Except cool-
ing system
parts mal-
function

—

Overload on engine

Abusive driving

High engine rpm under no
load

Driving in low gear for
extended time

Driving at extremely high
speed

Powertrain system mal-
function

—

Installed improper size
wheels and tires

Dragging brakes

Improper ignition timing

Blocked or restricted air
flow

Blocked bumper

—

Blocked radiator grille

Installed car brassiere

Mud contamination or
paper clogging

Blocked radiator

—

Blocked condenser

—

Installed large fog lamp

Service Data and Specifications (SDS)

THERMOSTAT

NMLC0029

Valve opening temperature

°C (°F)

76.5 (170)

Valve lift

mm/°C (in/°F)

More than 10/90 (0.39/194)

RADIATOR

NMLC0030

Unit: kPa (kg/cm

, psi)

Cap relief-pressure

Standard

78 - 98 (0.8 - 1.0, 11 - 14)

Limit

59 - 98 (0.6 - 1.0, 9 - 14)

Leakage test pressure

157 (1.6, 23)

ENGINE COOLANT CAPACITY

NMLC0036

Unit:

(US qt, Imp qt)

With reservoir tank

7.0 (7-3/8, 6-1/8)

Reservoir tank capacity

0.8 (7/8, 3/4)

ENGINE COOLING SYSTEM

Overheating Cause Analysis (Cont’d)

LC-22

MAINTENANCE

SECTION

CONTENTS

PRE-DELIVERY INSPECTION ITEMS............................2
GENERAL MAINTENANCE ............................................3
PERIODIC MAINTENANCE ............................................4

Engine and Emission Control Maintenance ................5
Chassis and Body Maintenance..................................6

Maintenance Under Severe Driving Conditions ..........7

Fluids and Lubricants ..................................................8
SAE Viscosity Number ................................................9
Engine Coolant Mixture Ratio......................................9

IDX

NMMA0036

Shown below are Pre-delivery Inspection Items required for the new vehicle. It is recommended that
necessary items other than those listed here be added, paying due regard to the conditions in each
country.
Perform applicable items on each model. Consult text of this section for specifications.

UNDER HOOD — engine off

Radiator coolant level and coolant hose connections for leaks
Battery fluid level, specific gravity and conditions of battery terminals
Drive belts tension
Fuel filter for water or dusts (Diesel only), and fuel lines and connections for leaks
Engine oil level and oil leaks
Clutch and brake reservoir fluid level and fluid lines for leaks
Windshield and rear window washer and headlamp cleaner reservoir fluid level
Power steering reservoir fluid level and hose connections for leaks

ON INSIDE AND OUTSIDE

Remove front spring/strut spacer (If applicable)
Operation of all instruments, gauges, lights and accessories
Operation of horn(s), wiper and washer
Steering lock for operation
Check air conditioner for gas leaks
Front and rear seats, and seat belts for operation
All moldings, trims and fittings for fit and alignment
All windows for operation and alignment
Hood, trunk lid, door panels for fit and alignment
Latches, keys and locks for operation
Weatherstrips for adhesion and fit
Headlamp aiming
Tighten wheel nuts (Inc. inner nuts if applicable)
Tire pressure (Inc. spare tire)
Check front wheels for toe-in
Install clock/voltmeter/room lamp fuse (If applicable)
Install deodorizing filter to air conditioner (If applicable)
Remove wiper blade protectors (If applicable)

UNDER BODY

Manual transmission/transaxle, transfer and differential gear oil level
Brake and fuel lines and oil/fluid reservoirs for leaks
Tighten bolts and nuts of steering linkage and gear box, suspension, propeller shafts and drive shafts
Tighten rear body bolts and nuts (Models with wooden bed only)

ROAD TEST

Clutch operation
Parking brake operation
Service brake operation
Automatic transmission/transaxle shift timing and kickdown
Steering control and returnability
Engine performance
Squeaks and rattles

ENGINE OPERATING AND HOT

Adjust idle speed
Automatic transmission/transaxle fluid level
Engine idling and stop knob operation (Diesel only)

FINAL INSPECTION

Install necessary parts (outside mirror, wheel covers, seat belts, mat, carpet or mud flaps)
Inspect for interior and exterior metal and paint damage
Check for spare tire, jack, tools (wheel chock), and literature
Wash, clean interior and exterior

: Not applicable to this model

PRE-DELIVERY INSPECTION ITEMS

MA-2

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