Nissan Pathfinder (2011 year). Manual — part 457

INSUFFICIENT COOLING

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Low-pressure Side Becomes Negative

Gauge indication

Refrigerant cycle

Probable cause

Corrective action

Low-pressure side sometimes be-
comes negative.

• Air conditioning system does

not function and does not cy-
clically cool the compart-
ment air.

• The system constantly func-

tions for a certain period of
time after compressor is
stopped and restarted.

Refrigerant does not discharge
cyclically.

↓

Moisture is frozen at expan-
sion valve outlet and inlet.

↓

Water is mixed with refrigerant.

• Drain water from refrigerant

or replace refrigerant.

• Replace liquid tank.

AC354A

Gauge indication

Refrigerant cycle

Probable cause

Corrective action

Low-pressure side becomes nega-
tive.

Liquid tank or front/rear side of
expansion valve

′

s pipe is frost-

ed or dewed.

High-pressure side is closed
and refrigerant does not flow.

↓

Expansion valve or liquid tank
is frosted.

Leave the system at rest until
no frost is present. Start it
again to check whether or not
the malfunction is caused by
water or foreign particles.
• If water is the cause, initially

cooling is okay. Then the wa-
ter freezes causing a block-
age. Drain water from
refrigerant or replace refrig-
erant.

• If due to foreign particles, re-

move expansion valve and
remove the particles with dry
and compressed air (not
shop air).

• If either of the above meth-

ods cannot correct the mal-
function, replace expansion
valve.

• Replace liquid tank.
• Check oil for contamination.

AC362A

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HAC-120

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INSUFFICIENT HEATING

INSUFFICIENT HEATING

Component Function Check

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SYMPTOM: Insufficient heating

INSPECTION FLOW

1.

CONFIRM SYMPTOM BY PERFORMING OPERATIONAL CHECK - TEMPERATURE INCREASE

1. Press the AUTO switch.

2. Turn the temperature control dial (driver) clockwise until 32

°

C (90

°

F) is displayed.

3. Check for hot air at discharge air outlets.
Is the inspection result normal?

YES

>> GO TO 2.

NO

>> Perform complete system operational check. Refer to

HAC-5, "Operational Check (Front)"

or

HAC-6, "Operational Check (Rear)"

.

2.

CHECK FOR SERVICE BULLETINS

Check for any service bulletins.

>> GO TO 3.

3.

PERFORM SELF-DIAGNOSIS

Perform self-diagnosis. Refer to

HAC-24, "A/C Auto Amp. Self-Diagnosis"

.

Is the inspection results normal?

YES

>> GO TO 4.

NO

>> Refer to

HAC-25, "A/C System Self-Diagnosis Code Chart"

.

4.

CHECK ENGINE COOLING SYSTEM

1. Check for proper engine coolant level. Refer to

CO-11, "System Inspection"

(VQ40DE) or

CO-42, "System

Inspection"

(VK56DE).

2. Check hoses for leaks or kinks.

3. Check radiator cap. Refer to

CO-20, "Checking Radiator"

(VQ40DE) or

CO-42, "System Inspection"

(VK56DE).

4. Check for air in cooling system.

>> GO TO 5.

5.

CHECK AIR MIX DOOR OPERATION

Check the operation of the air mix door.
Is the inspection result normal?

YES

>> GO TO 6.

NO

>> Check the air mix door motor circuit. Refer to

HAC-31, "Air Mix Door Motor (Driver) Component

Function Check"

or

HAC-34, "Air Mix Door Motor (Passenger) Component Function Check"

.

6.

CHECK AIR DUCTS

Check for disconnected or leaking air ducts.
Is the inspection result normal?

YES

>> GO TO 7.

NO

>> Repair all disconnected or leaking air ducts.

7.

CHECK HEATER HOSE TEMPERATURES

1. Start engine and warm it up to normal operating temperature.

2. Touch both the inlet and outlet heater hoses. The inlet hose should be hot and the outlet hose should be

warm.

Is the inspection result normal?

YES

>> Hot inlet hose and a warm outlet hose: GO TO 8.

NO

>> • Inlet hose cold: GO TO 11.

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INSUFFICIENT HEATING

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• Both hoses warm: GO TO 9.

8.

CHECK ENGINE COOLANT SYSTEM

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

YES

>> System OK.

NO

>> Repair or replace as necessary. Retest.

9.

CHECK HEATER HOSES

Check heater hoses for proper installation.
Is the inspection result normal?

YES

>> System OK.

NO

>> 1. Back flush heater core.

2. Drain the water from the system.

3. Refill system with new engine coolant. Refer to

CO-13, "Changing Engine Coolant"

(VQ40DE) or

CO-44, "Changing Engine Coolant"

(VK56DE).

4. GO TO 10 to retest.

10.

CHECK HEATER HOSE TEMPERATURES

1. Start engine and warm it up to normal operating temperature.

2. Touch both the inlet and outlet heater hoses. The inlet hose should be hot and the outlet hose should be

warm.

Is the inspection result normal?

YES

>> System OK.

NO

>> Replace heater core. Refer to

VTL-25, "Removal and Installation"

.

11.

CHECK HEATER PUMP (VQ40DE ONLY)

Check the operation of the heater pump valve. Refer to

HAC-78, "Component Inspection (VQ40DE)"

.

Is the inspection result normal?

YES

>> System OK.

NO

>> Replace heater pump. Refer to

HA-57, "Removal and Installation"

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HAC-122

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NOISE

NOISE

Component Function Check

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SYMPTOM: Noise

INSPECTION FLOW

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NOISE

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*1

HAC-5, "Operational Check (Front)"

and

HAC-6, "Operational Check

(Rear)"

*2

EM-14, "Checking Drive Belts"

(VQ40DE) or

EM-153, "Checking

Drive Belts"

(VK56DE)

*3

HAC-115, "Performance Chart"

*4

VTL-23, "Removal and Installation for
Rear Expansion Valve"

*5

HA-40, "Removal and Installation for
Compressor Clutch"

*6

HA-40, "Removal and Installation for
Compressor Clutch"

*7

HA-38, "Removal and Installation for
Compressor"

*8

HA-27, "Maintenance of Oil Quantity
in Compressor"

*9

HA-53, "Removal and Installation for
Condenser"

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HAC-124

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MEMORY FUNCTION DOES NOT OPERATE

MEMORY FUNCTION DOES NOT OPERATE

Memory Function Check

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SYMPTOM: Memory function does not operate.

INSPECTION FLOW

1.

CONFIRM SYMPTOM BY PERFORMING OPERATIONAL CHECK - MEMORY FUNCTION

1. Set the temperature to 32

°

C (90

°

F).

2. Press the OFF switch.

3. Turn ignition switch OFF.

4. Turn ignition switch ON.

5. Press the AUTO switch.

6. Confirm that the set temperature remains at previous temperature.

7. Press the OFF switch.
Is the inspection result normal?

YES

>> GO TO 3.

NO

>> GO TO 2.

2.

PERFORM COMPLETE OPERATIONAL CHECK

Perform a complete operational check and check for any symptoms. Refer to

HAC-5, "Operational Check

(Front)"

or

HAC-6, "Operational Check (Rear)"

.

Is the inspection result normal?

YES

>> Refer to

HAC-4, "How to Perform Trouble Diagnosis For Quick And Accurate Repair"

.

NO

>> System OK.

3.

CHECK FOR SERVICE BULLETINS

Check for any service bulletins.

>> GO TO 4.

4.

PERFORM SELF-DIAGNOSIS

Perform self-diagnosis to check for any codes. Refer to

HAC-24, "A/C Auto Amp. Self-Diagnosis"

.

Are any self-diagnosis codes present?

YES

>> Refer to

HAC-25, "A/C System Self-Diagnosis Code Chart"

.

NO

>> GO TO 5.

5.

CHECK POWER AND GROUND CIRCUIT

Check main power supply and ground circuit. Refer to

HAC-90, "A/C Auto Amp. Component Function Check"

.

Is the inspection result normal?

YES

>> GO TO 6.

NO

>> Repair or replace as necessary.

6.

RECHECK FOR SYMPTOMS

Perform a complete operational check for any symptoms. Refer to

HAC-5, "Operational Check (Front)"

or

HAC-6, "Operational Check (Rear)"

.

Does another symptom exist?

YES

>> Refer to

HAC-4, "How to Perform Trouble Diagnosis For Quick And Accurate Repair"

.

NO

>> Replace A/C auto amp. Refer to

VTL-7, "Removal and Installation"

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PRECAUTIONS

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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 SR 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 SR section.

• Do not use electrical test equipment on any circuit related to the SRS unless instructed to in this

Service Manual. SRS wiring harnesses can be identified by yellow and/or orange harnesses or har-

ness connectors.

PRECAUTIONS WHEN USING POWER TOOLS (AIR OR ELECTRIC) AND HAMMERS

WARNING:

• When working near the Airbag Diagnosis Sensor Unit or other Airbag System sensors with the Igni-

tion ON or engine running, DO NOT use air or electric power tools or strike near the sensor(s) with a

hammer. Heavy vibration could activate the sensor(s) and deploy the air bag(s), possibly causing

serious injury.

• When using air or electric power tools or hammers, always switch the Ignition OFF, disconnect the

battery, and wait at least 3 minutes before performing any service.

Precaution Necessary for Steering Wheel Rotation After Battery Disconnect

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NOTE:

• This Procedure is applied only to models with Intelligent Key system and NATS (NISSAN ANTI-THEFT SYS-

TEM).

• Remove and install all control units after disconnecting both battery cables with the ignition knob in the

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LOCK

″

position.

• Always use CONSULT-III to perform self-diagnosis as a part of each function inspection after finishing work.

If DTC is detected, perform trouble diagnosis according to self-diagnostic results.

For models equipped with the Intelligent Key system and NATS, an electrically controlled steering lock mech-

anism is adopted on the key cylinder.

For this reason, if the battery is disconnected or if the battery is discharged, the steering wheel will lock and

steering wheel rotation will become impossible.

If steering wheel rotation is required when battery power is interrupted, follow the procedure below before

starting the repair operation.

OPERATION PROCEDURE

1. Connect both battery cables.

NOTE:

Supply power using jumper cables if battery is discharged.

2. Use the Intelligent Key or mechanical key to turn the ignition switch to the

″

ACC

″

position. At this time, the

steering lock will be released.

3. Disconnect both battery cables. The steering lock will remain released and the steering wheel can be

rotated.

4. Perform the necessary repair operation.

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5. When the repair work is completed, return the ignition switch to the

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LOCK

″

position before connecting

the battery cables. (At this time, the steering lock mechanism will engage.)

6. Perform a self-diagnosis check of all control units using CONSULT-III.

Working with HFC-134a (R-134a)

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WARNING:

• CFC-12 (R-12) refrigerant and HFC-134a (R-134a) refrigerant are not compatible. If the refrigerants

are mixed compressor failure is likely to occur. Refer to

HA-4, "Contaminated Refrigerant"

. To deter-

mine the purity of HFC-134a (R-134a) in the vehicle and recovery tank, use Refrigerant Recovery/

Recycling Recharging equipment and Refrigerant Identifier.

• Use only specified oil for the HFC-134a (R-134a) A/C system and HFC-134a (R-134a) components. If

oil other than that specified is used, compressor failure is likely to occur.

• The specified HFC-134a (R-134a) oil rapidly absorbs moisture from the atmosphere. The following

handling precautions must be observed:

- When removing refrigerant components from a vehicle, immediately cap (seal) the component to

minimize the entry of moisture from the atmosphere.

- When installing refrigerant components to a vehicle, do not remove the caps (unseal) until just

before connecting the components. Connect all refrigerant loop components as quickly as possible

to minimize the entry of moisture into system.

- Only use the specified oil from a sealed container. Immediately reseal containers of oil. Without

proper sealing, oil will become moisture saturated and should not be used.

- Avoid breathing A/C refrigerant and oil vapor or mist. Exposure may irritate eyes, nose and throat.

Remove HFC-134a (R-134a) from the A/C system using certified service equipment meeting require-

ments of SAE J2210 [HFC-134a (R-134a) recycling equipment], or J2209 [HFC-134a (R-134a) recy-

cling equipment], If accidental system discharge occurs, ventilate work area before resuming

service. Additional health and safety information may be obtained from refrigerant and oil manufac-

turers.

- Do not allow A/C oil to come in contact with styrofoam parts. Damage may result.

CONTAMINATED REFRIGERANT

If a refrigerant other than pure HFC-134a (R-134a) is identified in a vehicle, your options are:

• Explain to the customer that environmental regulations prohibit the release of contaminated refrigerant into

the atmosphere.

• Explain that recovery of the contaminated refrigerant could damage your service equipment and refrigerant

supply.

• Suggest the customer return the vehicle to the location of previous service where the contamination may

have occurred.

• If you choose to perform the repair, recover the refrigerant using only

dedicated equipment and contain-

ers. Do not recover contaminated refrigerant into your existing service equipment.

If your facility does

not have dedicated recovery equipment, you may contact a local refrigerant product retailer for available ser-

vice. This refrigerant must be disposed of in accordance with all federal and local regulations. In addition,

replacement of all refrigerant system components on the vehicle is recommended.

• If the vehicle is within the warranty period, the air conditioner warranty is void. Please contact NISSAN Cus-

tomer Affairs for further assistance.

Precaution for Service Equipment

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MANIFOLD GAUGE SET

Be certain that the gauge face indicates R-134a or 134a. Make sure

the gauge set has 1/2

″

-16 ACME threaded connections for service

hoses. Confirm the set has been used only with refrigerant HFC-

134a (R-134a) along with specified oil.

SHA533D

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