Nissan Sentra Service Manual: Water pump
Exploded View
- Gasket
- Water pump
WARNING:
Do not remove the radiator cap when the engine is hot. Serious burns could occur from high-pressure engine coolant escaping from the radiator. Wrap a thick cloth around the cap. Slowly push down and turn it a quarter turn to allow built-up pressure to escape. Carefully remove the cap by pushing it down and turning it all the way.
CAUTION:
- When removing water pump assembly, be careful not to get engine coolant on drive belt
- Water pump cannot be disassembled and should be replaced as a unit.
- After installing water pump, connect hose and clamp securely, then check for leaks using radiator cap tester.
NOTE:
When removing components such as hoses, tubes/lines, etc., cap or plug openings to prevent fluid from spilling.
Removal and Installation
REMOVAL
- Disconnect the negative battery terminal. Refer to PG-52, "Removal and Installation".
- Remove fan shroud and motor assembly. Refer to CO-17, "Removal and Installation".
CAUTION:
- Perform this step when the engine is cold.
- Do not spill engine coolant on the drive belt.
- Partially remove front fender protector (RH). Refer to EXT-27, "FENDER PROTECTOR : Exploded View".
- Remove drive belt. Refer to EM-15, "Removal and Installation".
- Remove generator. Refer to CHG-29, "Removal and Installation".
- Remove water pump bolts, then remove water pump and gasket.
- Engine coolant will leak from cylinder block, so have a receptacle ready below.
CAUTION:
- Handle water pump vane so that it does not contact any other parts.
- Water pump cannot be disassembled and should be replaced as an assembly.
INSTALLATION
Installation is in the reverse order of removal.
CAUTION:
Do not reuse gasket.
Cooling fan
Component
Fan shroud and motor assembly
WARNING:
Do not remove the radiator cap when the engine is hot. Serious burns
could occur from high-pressure
engine coolant escaping from the ra ...
Thermostat and thermostat housing
Exploded View
Thermostat housing
Gasket
Rubber ring
Thermostat
Water inlet
Clamp
Radiator hose (upper)
To radiator
WARNING:
Do not remove the radiator cap when the engin ...
Other materials:
Description
NOTICE:
Trouble diagnoses indicate work procedures required to diagnose problems
effectively. Observe the following
instructions before diagnosing.
Before performing trouble diagnoses, read the “Work Flow” in each
section.
After repairs, re-check that the problem has been comp ...
Rear disc brake
Brake Burnishing
CAUTION:
Burnish contact surfaces between brake pads and disc rotor
according to the following procedure
after refinishing the disc rotor, replacing brake pads or if a soft pedal
occurs at very low mileage.
Be careful of vehicle speed. Brakes do not operate firmly/sec ...
Periodic maintenance
In-cabin microfilter
Exploded View
Removal and Installation
REMOVAL
Remove the in-cabin microfilter cover.
CAUTION:
Before removing the in-cabin micofilter cover, let the vehicle rest for
at least 30 minutes.
Release the filter cover tab (A), then pull the bottom of the in-cabi ...
