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CONTENTS
MR20DE QR25DE F

SERVICE INFORMATION ............................ 2 SERVICE INFORMATION ............................ 8

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PRECAUTIONS ................................................... 2 PRECAUTIONS .................................................. 8
Precaution for Supplemental Restraint System Precaution for Supplemental Restraint System
(SRS) "AIR BAG" and "SEAT BELT PRE-TEN- (SRS) "AIR BAG" and "SEAT BELT PRE-TEN-
SIONER" ................................................................... 2 SIONER" .................................................................. 8 H
Precaution Necessary for Steering Wheel Rota- Precaution Necessary for Steering Wheel Rota-
tion After Battery Disconnect ..................................... 2 tion After Battery Disconnect .................................... 8
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PREPARATION ................................................... 4 PREPARATION ................................................. 10
Special Service Tool ................................................. 4 Special Service Tool ................................................10
Commercial Service Tool .......................................... 4 Commercial Service Tool ........................................10
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EXHAUST SYSTEM ............................................ 5 EXHAUST SYSTEM .......................................... 11
Checking Exhaust System ........................................ 5 Checking Exhaust System .......................................11
Component ................................................................ 5 Component ..............................................................11 K
Removal and Installation ........................................... 5 Removal and Installation .........................................11
Inspection After Installation ....................................... 7 Inspection After Installation .....................................12
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SERVICE INFORMATION
PRECAUTIONS
Precaution for Supplemental Restraint System (SRS) "AIR BAG" and "SEAT BELT
PRE-TENSIONER" INFOID:0000000005284504

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.
• 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
INFOID:0000000005284505

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
″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 ″LOCK″ position before connecting
the battery cables. (At this time, the steering lock mechanism will engage.) A
6. Perform a self-diagnosis check of all control units using CONSULT-III.

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PREPARATION
Special Service Tool INFOID:0000000005284506

The actual shapes of Kent-Moore tools may differ from those of special service tools illustrated here.
Tool number Description
(Kent-Moore No.)
Tool name
KV10114400 Loosening or tightening heated oxygen sen-
(J-38365) sors:
Heated oxygen sensor wrench a: 22 mm (0.87 in)

S-NT636

Commercial Service Tool INFOID:0000000005284507

(Kent-Moore No.) Description

Tool name
(J-43897-18) Reconditioning the exhaust system threads
(J-43897-12) before installing a new oxygen sensor (Use
Oxygen sensor thread cleaner with anti-seize lubricant shown below):
a: J-43897-18 (18 mm dia.) for zirconia ox-
ygen sensor
b: J-43897-12 (12 mm dia.) for titania oxy-
gen sensor
AEM488

Anti-seize lubricant (Permatex 133AR Lubricating oxygen sensor thread cleaning

or equivalent meeting MIL specifica- tool when reconditioning exhaust system
tion MIL-A-907) threads

AEM489

Power tool Loosening nuts and bolts

PBIC0190E

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EXHAUST SYSTEM
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Checking Exhaust System INFOID:0000000005284508

Check exhaust pipes, muffler and mounting for improper attachment, EX

leaks, cracks, damage or deterioration.
• If necessary, repair or replace damaged parts.
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SMA211A E
Component INFOID:0000000005284509

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AWBIA0770GB

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1. Main muffler 2. Mounting rubber 3. Ring gasket
4. Center muffler 5. Spring 6. Seal bearing
7. Heated oxygen sensor 2 8. Exhaust front tube (except for California) 9. Stud bolt
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10. Ground cable 11. Exhaust front tube (for California)

Removal and Installation INFOID:0000000005284510

WARNING:
• Perform the procedure with the exhaust system fully cooled down because the system will be hot
just after the engine is turned off.

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• Be careful not to cut your hand on heat insulator edges.
CAUTION:
• Use genuine NISSAN exhaust system parts or equivalent, which are specially designed for heat
resistance, corrosion resistance and shape.
REMOVAL
Remove exhaust system components using power tools.
• Remove heated oxygen sensor using Tool as needed.

Tool number : KV10114400 (J-38365)

CAUTION:
Be careful not to damage heated oxygen sensor.
INSTALLATION
Installation is in the reverse order of removal.
CAUTION:
• Always replace exhaust gaskets and seal bearings with new ones when installing.
• Before installing a new heated oxygen sensor, clean and apply anti-seize lubricant to exhaust sys-
tem threads using suitable tool.

Oxygen sensor thread cleaner : — (J-43897-18)

Oxygen sensor thread cleaner : — (J-43897-12)
• Discard any heated oxygen sensor which has been dropped from a height of more than 0.5 m (19.7
in) onto a hard surface such as a concrete floor; install a new one.
• Do not over-tighten the heated oxygen sensor. Doing so may damage the heated oxygen sensor,
resulting in the MIL coming on.
• Remove deposits from the sealing surface of each connection. Connect them securely to avoid
exhaust leakage.
• Temporarily tighten nuts on the exhaust manifold side and bolts on the vehicle side. Check each part
for unusual interference, and then tighten them to the specified torque.
• When installing each mounting rubber, avoid twisting or unusual extension in up/down and right/left
directions.
Exhaust Manifold to Exhaust Front Tube
1. Securely insert seal bearing (2) into exhaust manifold (1) side in
the direction shown.
• Exhaust front tube (5)
CAUTION:
Be careful not to damage seal bearing surface when install-
ing.
2. Install spring (3), tighten nut (4).
• Be careful that the stud bolt nut does not interfere with the
flanged area ( ).
• Make sure the spring (3) sits properly on the flange surface by
aligning it to the locator dimples. PBIC3797E

Exhaust Front Tube to Center Muffler

1. Securely insert seal bearing (2) into exhaust front tube (1) side
in the direction shown.
• Center muffler (5)
CAUTION:
Be careful not to damage seal bearing surface when install-
ing.
2. Install spring (3), tighten bolt (4).
• Be careful that the stud bolt does not interfere with the flanged
area ( ).
• Make sure the spring (3) sits properly on the flange surface by
aligning it to the locator dimples. PBIC3798E

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Inspection After Installation INFOID:0000000005284511

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• With the engine running, check the exhaust tube joints for exhaust gas leaks and abnormal noise.
• Check that the mounting brackets and mounting insulators are installed properly and free from excessive
stress. Improper installation could result in excessive noise, leaks, and vibration. EX

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SERVICE INFORMATION
PRECAUTIONS
Precaution for Supplemental Restraint System (SRS) "AIR BAG" and "SEAT BELT
PRE-TENSIONER" INFOID:0000000005284512

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.
• 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
INFOID:0000000005284513

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
″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 ″LOCK″ position before connecting
the battery cables. (At this time, the steering lock mechanism will engage.) A
6. Perform a self-diagnosis check of all control units using CONSULT-III.

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PREPARATION
Special Service Tool INFOID:0000000005284514

The actual shapes of Kent-Moore tools may differ from those of special service tools illustrated here.
Tool number Description
(Kent-Moore No.)
Tool name
KV10114400 Loosening or tightening heated oxygen sen-
(J-38365) sors:
Heated oxygen sensor wrench a: 22 mm (0.87 in)

S-NT636

Commercial Service Tool INFOID:0000000005284515

(Kent-Moore No.) Description

Tool name
(J-43897-18) Reconditioning the exhaust system threads
(J-43897-12) before installing a new oxygen sensor (Use
Oxygen sensor thread cleaner with anti-seize lubricant shown below):
a: J-43897-18 (18 mm dia.) for zirconia ox-
ygen sensor
b: J-43897-12 (12 mm dia.) for titania oxy-
gen sensor
AEM488

Anti-seize lubricant (Permatex 133AR Lubricating oxygen sensor thread cleaning

or equivalent meeting MIL specifica- tool when reconditioning exhaust system
tion MIL-A-907) threads

AEM489

Power tool Loosening nuts and bolts

PBIC0190E

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EXHAUST SYSTEM
A
Checking Exhaust System INFOID:0000000005284516

Check exhaust pipes, muffler and mounting for improper attachment, EX

leaks, cracks, damage or deterioration.
• If necessary, repair or replace damaged parts.
C

SMA211A E
Component INFOID:0000000005284517

QR25DE Models F

AWBIA0769GB

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1. Main muffler 2. Mounting rubber 3. Ring gasket
4. Center muffler 5. Front exhaust tube mounting bracket 6. Gasket
7. Seal bearing 8. Exhaust front tube 9. Ground cable
P
Removal and Installation INFOID:0000000005284518

WARNING:
• Perform the procedure with the exhaust system fully cooled down because the system will be hot
just after the engine is turned off.
• Be careful not to cut your hand on the insulator edges.
CAUTION:
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• Use genuine NISSAN exhaust system parts or equivalent, which are specifically designed for heat
resistance, corrosion resistance, and shape.
REMOVAL
Remove exhaust system components using power tools.
• Remove heated oxygen sensor using Tool as needed.

Tool number : KV10114400 (J-38365)

INSTALLATION
Installation is in the reverse order of removal.
CAUTION:
• Always replace exhaust gaskets with new ones when reassembling.
• Before installing a new heated oxygen sensor, clean and lube the exhaust tube threads using suit-
able tool.

Oxygen sensor thread cleaner : — (J-43897-18)

Oxygen sensor thread cleaner : — (J-43897-12)
• Discard any heated oxygen sensor which has been dropped from a height of more than 0.5 m (19.7
in) onto a hard surface such as a concrete floor; install a new one.
• Do not over-tighten the heated oxygen sensor. Doing so may damage the heated oxygen sensor,
resulting in the MIL coming on.
• If any mounting insulator is badly deformed, repair or replace it. If deposits such as mud pile up on
the mounting insulator, clean and inspect them.
• When installing the insulator avoid large gaps or interference between the insulator and each
exhaust pipe.
• Remove deposits from the sealing surface of each connection. Connect them securely to avoid
exhaust gas leaks.
• Temporarily tighten the exhaust manifold side nuts and the vehicle side bolts. Check each part for
any interference, and then tighten the nuts and bolts to specification.
• When installing each mounting rubber, avoid twisting or excessive extension in up/down and right/
left directions.
• Tighten the bolts without causing interference with the flange.
Inspection After Installation INFOID:0000000005284519

• With the engine running, check the exhaust tube joints for exhaust gas leaks and abnormal noise.
• Check that the mounting brackets and mounting insulators are installed properly and free from excessive
stress. Improper installation could result in excessive noise, leaks, and vibration.

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