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Nissan Pathfinder (2009 year). Instruction - part 308

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PRECAUTIONS

PRECAUTION

PRECAUTIONS

Precaution for Supplemental Restraint System (SRS) "AIR BAG" and "SEAT BELT
PRE-TENSIONER"

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The Supplemental Restraint System such as “AIR BAG” and “SEAT BELT PRE-TENSIONER”, used along
with a front seat belt, helps to reduce the risk or severity of injury to the driver and front passenger for certain
types of collision. This system includes seat belt switch inputs and dual stage front air bag modules. The SRS
system uses the seat belt switches to determine the front air bag deployment, and may only deploy one front
air bag, depending on the severity of a collision and whether the front occupants are belted or unbelted.
Information necessary to service the system safely is included in the SRS and SB section of this Service Man-
ual.

WARNING:

• To avoid rendering the SRS inoperative, which could increase the risk of personal injury or death in

the event of a collision which would result in air bag inflation, all maintenance must be performed by
an authorized NISSAN/INFINITI dealer.

• Improper maintenance, including incorrect removal and installation of the SRS, can lead to personal

injury caused by unintentional activation of the system. For removal of Spiral Cable and Air Bag
Module, see the SRS section.

• Never use electrical test equipment on any circuit related to the SRS unless instructed to in this Ser-

vice Instruction. SRS wiring harnesses can be identified by yellow and/or orange harnesses or harness
connectors.

Precaution for Procedure without Cowl Top Cover

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When performing the procedure after removing cowl top cover, cover
the lower end of windshield with urethane, etc.

On Board Diagnosis (OBD) System of Engine and A/T

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The ECM has an on board diagnostic system. It will illuminate the malfunction indicator lamp (MIL) to warn the
driver of a malfunction causing emission deterioration.

CAUTION:

• Always turn the ignition switch OFF and disconnect the negative battery cable before any repair or

inspection work. The open/short circuit of related switches, sensors, solenoid valves, etc. will cause
the MIL to illuminate.

• Always connect and lock the connectors securely after work. A loose (unlocked) connector will

cause the MIL to illuminate due to the open circuit. (Be sure the connector is free from water, grease,
dirt, bent terminals, etc.)

• Certain systems and components, especially those related to OBD, may use a new style slide-lock-

ing type harness connector. For description and how to disconnect, refer to

PG-67, "Description"

• Always route and secure the harnesses properly after work. The interference of the harness with a

bracket, etc. may cause the MIL to illuminate due to the short circuit.

• Always connect rubber tubes properly after work. A misconnected or disconnected rubber tube may

cause the MIL to illuminate due to the malfunction of the EVAP system or fuel injection system, etc.

• Always erase the unnecessary malfunction information (repairs completed) from the ECM and TCM

(Transmission control module) before returning the vehicle to the customer.

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Precaution

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• Always use a 12 volt battery as power source.
• Never attempt to disconnect battery cables while engine is

running.

• Before connecting or disconnecting the ECM harness con-

nector, turn ignition switch OFF and disconnect negative bat-
tery cable. Failure to do so may damage the ECM because
battery voltage is applied to ECM even if ignition switch is
turned OFF.

• Before removing parts, turn ignition switch OFF and then dis-

connect negative battery cable.

• Never disassemble ECM.
• If a battery cable is disconnected, the memory will return to the ECM value.

The ECM will now start to self-control at its initial value. Engine operation can vary slightly when the
terminal is disconnected. However, this is not an indication of a malfunction. Never replace parts
because of a slight variation.

• If the battery is disconnected, the following emission-related diagnostic information will be lost

within 24 hours.

- Diagnostic trouble codes
- 1st trip diagnostic trouble codes
- Freeze frame data
- 1st trip freeze frame data
- System readiness test (SRT) codes
- Test values
- <Frexible Fuel Vehicle>

Presumed ethanol mixture ratio

• When connecting ECM harness connector, fasten it securely

with levers as far as they will go as shown in the figure.

• When connecting or disconnecting pin connectors into or

from ECM, take care not to damage pin terminals (bends or
break).
Check that there are not any bends or breaks on ECM pin ter-
minal, when connecting pin connectors.

• Securely connect ECM harness connectors.

A poor connection can cause an extremely high (surge) volt-
age to develop in coil and condenser, thus resulting in dam-
age to ICs.

• Keep engine control system harness at least 10 cm (4 in) away

from adjacent harness, to prevent engine control system mal-
functions due to receiving external noise, degraded operation
of ICs, etc.

• Keep engine control system parts and harness dry.

SEF289H

PBIB1512E

PBIB0090E

2009 Pathfinder

EC-480

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• Before replacing ECM, perform “ECM Terminals and Refer-

ence Value” inspection and make sure ECM functions prop-
erly. Refer to

EC-424, "ECM Terminal and Reference Value"

• Handle mass air flow sensor carefully to avoid damage.
• Never clean mass air flow sensor with any type of detergent.
• Never disassemble electric throttle control actuator.
• Even a slight leak in the air intake system can cause serious

incidents.

• Never shock or jar the camshaft position sensor (PHASE),

crankshaft position sensor (POS).

• After performing each TROUBLE DIAGNOSIS, perform DTC

Confirmation Procedure or Overall Function Check.
The DTC should not be displayed in the DTC Confirmation
Procedure if the repair is completed. The Overall Function
Check should be a good result if the repair is completed.

• When measuring ECM signals with a circuit tester, never allow

the two tester probes to contact.
Accidental contact of probes will cause a short circuit and
damage the ECM power transistor.

• Never use ECM ground terminals when measuring input/out-

put voltage. Doing so may result in damage to the ECM's tran-
sistor. Use a ground other than ECM terminals, such as the
ground.

• B1 indicates bank 1, B2 indicates bank 2 as shown in the fig-

ure.

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• Never operate fuel pump when there is no fuel in lines.
• Tighten fuel hose clamps to the specified torque.

• Never depress accelerator pedal when starting.
• Immediately after starting, Never rev up engine unnecessarily.
• Never rev up engine just prior to shutdown.

• When installing C.B. ham radio or a mobile phone, Always

observe the following as it may adversely affect electronic
control systems depending on installation location.

- Keep the antenna as far as possible from the electronic con-

trol units.

- Keep the antenna feeder line more than 20 cm (8 in) away

from the harness of electronic controls.
Never let them run parallel for a long distance.

- Adjust the antenna and feeder line so that the standing-wave

radio can be kept smaller.

- Always ground the radio to vehicle body.

BBIA0529E

SEF709Y

SEF708Y

PBIB1512E

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PREPARATION

Special Service Tool

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The actual shapes of Kent-Moore tools may differ from those of special service tools illustrated here.

Tool number
(Kent-Moore No.)
Tool name

Description

EG17650301
(J-33984-A)
Radiator cap tester
adapter

Adapts radiator cap tester to radiator cap and radi-
ator filler neck
a: 28 (1.10) dia.
b: 31.4 (1.236) dia.
c: 41.3 (1.626) dia.
Unit: mm (in)

(J-44321)
Fuel pressure gauge
kit

Checks fuel pressure

(J-44321-6)
Fuel pressure adapter

Connects fuel pressure gauge to quick connector
type fuel lines.

(J-45488)
Quick connector re-
lease

Removes fuel tube quick connectors in engine
room

S-NT564

LEC642

LBIA0376E

PBIC0198E

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EC-483

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Commercial Service Tool

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Tool name
(Kent-Moore No.)

Description

Leak detector
i.e.: (J-41416)

Locats the EVAP leak

EVAP service port
adapter
i.e.: (J-41413-OBD)

Applys positive pressure through EVAP service
port

Fuel filler cap adapter
i.e.: (MLR-8382)

Checks fuel tank vacuum relief valve opening
pressure

Socket wrench

Removes and installs engine coolant temperature
sensor

Oxygen sensor thread
cleaner
i.e.: (J-43897-18)
(J-43897-12)

Reconditions the exhaust system threads before
installing a new oxygen sensor. Use with anti-
seize lubricant shown below.
a: 18 mm diameter with pitch 1.5 mm for Zirco-
nia Oxygen Sensor
b: 12 mm diameter with pitch 1.25 mm for Tita-
nia Oxygen Sensor

Anti-seize lubricant

i.e.: (Permatex

133AR or equivalent
meeting MIL specifica-
tion MIL-A-907)

Lubricates oxygen sensor thread cleaning tool
when reconditioning exhaust system threads.

S-NT703

S-NT704

S-NT815

S-NT705

AEM488

S-NT779

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EC-484

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FUEL PRESSURE

ON-VEHICLE MAINTENANCE

FUEL PRESSURE

Fuel Pressure Check

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FUEL PRESSURE RELEASE

With CONSULT-III

Turn ignition switch ON.

Perform “FUEL PRESSURE RELEASE” in “WORK SUPPORT” mode with CONSULT-III.

Start engine.

After engine stalls, crank it two or three times to release all fuel pressure.

Turn ignition switch OFF.

Without CONSULT-III

Remove fuel pump fuse (No.48) located in IPDM E/R.

Start engine.

After engine stalls, crank it two or three times to release all fuel
pressure.

Turn ignition switch OFF.

Reinstall fuel pump fuse after servicing fuel system.

FUEL PRESSURE CHECK

CAUTION:

Be careful not to scratch or get the fuel hose connection area dirty when servicing, so that the quick
connector o-ring maintains sealability.
NOTE:
• Prepare pans or saucers under the disconnected fuel line because the fuel may spill out. The fuel

pressure cannot be completely released because R51 models do not have fuel return system.

• Use Fuel Pressure Gauge Kit J-44321 and Fuel Pressure Adapter J-44321-6 to check fuel pressure.
1.

Release fuel pressure to zero. Refer to "FUEL PRESSURE RELEASE".

Remove fuel hose using Quick Connector Release J-45488. Refer to

EM-45, "Removal and Installation"

• Do not twist or kink fuel hose because it is plastic hose.
• Do not remove fuel hose from quick connector.
• Keep fuel hose connections clean.

Install Fuel Pressure Adapter J-44321-6 and Fuel Pressure
Gauge (from kit J-44321) as shown in figure.
• Do not distort or bend fuel rail tube when installing fuel pres-

sure gauge adapter.

• When reconnecting fuel hose, check the original fuel hose for

damage and abnormality.

Turn ignition switch ON (reactivate fuel pump), and check for
fuel leakage.

Start engine and check for fuel leakage.

Read the indication of fuel pressure gauge.
• During fuel pressure check, check for fuel leakage from fuel

connection every 3 minutes.

If result is unsatisfactory, go to next step.

BBIA0534E

At idling:

Approximately 350 kPa (3.57 kg/cm

, 51 psi)

BBIA0535E

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Check the following.
• Fuel hoses and fuel tubes for clogging
• Fuel filter for clogging
• Fuel pump
• Fuel pressure regulator for clogging
If OK, replace fuel pressure regulator.
If NG, repair or replace.

Before disconnecting Fuel Pressure Gauge and Fuel Pressure Adapter J-44321-6, release fuel pressure
to zero. Refer to "FUEL PRESSURE RELEASE".

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