Nissan Qashqai (2007-2010). Manual - part 337

P1217 ENGINE OVER TEMPERATURE

EC-867

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P1217 ENGINE OVER TEMPERATURE

DTC Logic

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DTC DETECTION LOGIC

NOTE:
• If DTC P1217 is displayed with DTC U1001, first perform the trouble diagnosis for DTC U1001. Refer

to 

EC-740, "DTC Logic"

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• If DTC P1217 is displayed with DTC U1010, first perform the trouble diagnosis for DTC U1010. Refer

to 

EC-741, "DTC Logic"

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If the cooling fan or another component in the cooling system malfunctions, engine coolant temperature will
rise.
When the engine coolant temperature reaches an abnormally high temperature condition, a malfunction is
indicated.

CAUTION:

When a malfunction is indicated, be sure to replace the coolant. Refer to 

CO-30, "Inspection"

. Also,

replace the engine oil. Refer to 

LU-15, "Draining"

.

1.

Fill radiator with coolant up to specified level with a filling speed of 2 liters per minute. Be sure to
use coolant with the proper mixture ratio. Refer to 

MA-21, "SAE Viscosity Number"

.

2.

After refilling coolant, run engine to ensure that no water-flow noise is emitted.

DTC CONFIRMATION PROCEDURE

1.

PERFORM COMPONENT FUNCTION CHECK

Perform component function check. Refer to 

EC-870, "Component Function Check"

.

NOTE:
Use component function check to check the overall function of the cooling fan. During this check, a DTC might
not be confirmed.

Is the inspection result normal?

YES

>> INSPECTION END

NO

>> Go to 

EC-871, "Diagnosis Procedure"

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Component Function Check

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PERFORM COMPONENT FUNCTION CHECK-I

WARNING:

Never remove the radiator cap when the engine is hot. Serious burns could be caused by high pres-
sure fluid escaping from the radiator.
Wrap a thick cloth around cap. Carefully remove the cap by turning it a quarter turn to allow built-up
pressure to escape. Then turn the cap all the way off.

DTC No.

Trouble diagnosis name

DTC detecting condition

Possible cause

P1217

Engine over tempera-
ture (Overheat)

• Cooling fan does not operate properly (Over-

heat).

• Cooling fan system does not operate proper-

ly (Overheat).

• Engine coolant was not added to the system 

using the proper filling method.

• Engine coolant is not within the specified 

range.

• Harness or connectors

(The cooling fan circuit is open or short-
ed.)

• IPDM E/R (Cooling fan relay-1)
• Cooling fan relay -3
• Cooling fan motor
• Radiator hose
• Radiator
• Radiator  cap
• Reservoir tank
• Water pump
• Thermostat
• Water control valve

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Check the coolant level in the reservoir tank and radiator.
Allow engine to cool before checking coolant level.
Is the coolant level in the reservoir tank and/or radiator below the
proper range?

YES

>> Go to 

EC-871, "Diagnosis Procedure"

.

NO

>> GO TO 2.

2.

PERFORM COMPONENT FUNCTION CHECK-II

Confirm whether customer filled the coolant or not.

Did customer fill the coolant?

YES

>> Go to 

EC-871, "Diagnosis Procedure"

.

NO

>> GO TO 3.

3.

PERFORM COMPONENT FUNCTION CHECK-III

With CONSULT-III

1.

Turn ignition switch ON.

2.

Perform “COOLING FAN” in “ACTIVE TEST” mode with CONSULT-III.

3.

Make sure that cooling fan motor operate at each speed (LOW/HI).

Without CONSULT-III

Perform IPDM E/R auto active test and check cooling fan motors operation, refer to 

PCS-9, "Diagnosis

Description"

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Is the inspection result normal?

YES

>> INSPECTION END

NO

>> Go to 

EC-871, "Diagnosis Procedure"

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Diagnosis Procedure

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1.

INSPECTION START

Do you have CONSULT-II?

Yes or No

Yes

>> GO TO 2.

No

>> GO TO 4.

2.

CHECK COOLING FAN LOW SPEED OPERATION

 With CONSULT-III

1.

Turn ignition switch ON.

2.

Perform “COOLING FAN” in “ACTIVE TEST” mode with CONSULT-III and touch “LOW” on the CON-
SULT-III screen.

3.

Make sure that cooling fan operates at low speed.

Is the inspection result normal?

YES

>> GO TO 3.

NO

>> Check cooling fan control circuit. 

3.

CHECK COOLING FAN HIGH SPEED OPERATION

 With CONSULT-III

1.

Touch “HIGH” on the CONSULT-III screen.

2.

Make sure that cooling fan operates at higher speed than low speed.

Is the inspection result normal?

YES

>> GO TO 6.

NO

>> Check cooling fan control circuit.

4.

CHECK COOLING FAN LOW SPEED OPERATION

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1.

Start engine and let it idle.

2.

Turn air conditioner switch ON.

3.

Turn blower fan switch ON.

4.

Make sure that cooling fan operates at low speed.

Is the inspection result normal?

YES

>> GO TO 5.

NO

>> Check cooling fan low speed control circuit.

5.

CHECK COOLING FAN HIGH SPEED OPERATION

 Without CONSULT-III

1.

Turn ignition switch OFF.

2.

Turn air conditioner switch and blower fan switch OFF.

3.

Disconnect engine coolant temperature sensor harness connector.

4.

Connect 150

Ω

 resistor to engine coolant temperature sensor harness connector.

5.

Restart engine and make sure that cooling fan operates at higher speed than low speed.

Is the inspection result normal?

YES

>> GO TO 6.

NO

>> Check cooling fan high speed control circuit.

6.

CHECK COOLING SYSTEM FOR LEAK

Check cooling system for leak. Refer to 

CO-30, "Inspection"

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Is leakage detected?

YES

>> GO TO 8.

NO

>> GO TO 7.

7.

DETECT MALFUNCTIONING PART

Check the following for leak. Refer to 

CO-30, "Inspection"

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• Hose
• Radiator
• Water pump
• Reservoir tank

>> Repair or replace.

8.

CHECK RESERVOIR TANK CAP

Check radiator cap. Refer to 

CO-33, "RESERVOIR TANK CAP : Inspection"

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Is the inspection result normal?

YES

>> GO TO 9.

NO

>> Replace radiator cap.

9.

CHECK THERMOSTAT

Check thermostat.

Is the inspection result normal?

YES

>> GO TO 10.

NO

>> Replace thermostat.

10.

CHECK ENGINE COOLANT TEMPERATURE SENSOR

Check engine coolant temperature sensor.
Is the inspection result normal?

OK

>> GO TO 11.

NG

>> Replace engine coolant temperature sensor.

11.

CHECK MAIN 13 CAUSES

If the cause cannot be isolated, check the following.

EC-870

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P1217 ENGINE OVER TEMPERATURE

*1: Turn the ignition switch ON.

*2: Engine running at 3,000 rpm for 10 minutes.

*3: Drive at 90 km/h (55 MPH) for 30 minutes and then let idle for 10 minutes.

*4: After 60 minutes of cool down time.

For more information, refer to 

CO-26, "Troubleshooting Chart"

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>> INSPECTION END

Engine

Step

Inspection item

Equipment

Standard

Reference page

OFF

1

• Blocked radiator
• Blocked condenser
• Blocked radiator grille
• Blocked bumper

• Visual

No blocking

—

2

• Coolant mixture

• Coolant tester

50 - 50% coolant mixture

MA-21, "SAE Viscosity 
Number"

3

• Coolant  level

• Visual

Coolant up to MAX level in 
reservoir tank and radiator 
filler neck

CO-30, "Inspection"

4

• Reservoir tank cap

• Pressure tester

59 - 98 kPa
(0.6 - 1.0 bar, 0.6 - 1.0 kg/

cm

2

, 9 - 14 psi) (Limit)

CO-35, "Removal and In-
stallation"

ON*

2

5

• Coolant leaks

• Visual

No leaks

CO-30, "Inspection"

ON*

2

6

• Thermostat

• Touch the upper and 

lower radiator hoses

Both hoses should be hot

CO-41, "Removal and In-
stallation"

ON*

1

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• Cooling fan motor

• CONSULT-III

Operating

EC-920, "Component In-
spection (Cooling Fan 
Motor)"

OFF

8

• Combustion gas leak

• Color checker chemical 

tester 4 Gas analyzer

Negative

—

ON*

3

9

• Coolant temperature 

gauge

• Visual

Gauge less than 3/4 when 
driving

—

• Coolant overflow to res-

ervoir tank

• Visual

No overflow during driving 
and idling

CO-30, "Inspection"

OFF*

4

10

• Coolant return from res-

ervoir tank to radiator

• Visual

Should be initial level in 
reservoir tank

CO-30, "Inspection"

OFF

11

• Water control valve

• Remove and inspect 

the valve

Within the specified value

CO-44, "Removal and In-
stallation"

OFF

12

• Cylinder head

• Straight gauge feeler 

gauge

0.1 mm (0.004 in) Maxi-
mum distortion (warping)

EM-186, "Removal and 
Installation"

13

• Cylinder block and pis-

tons

• Visual

No scuffing on cylinder 
walls or piston

EM-191, "Inspection"