Nissan Sentra B18 (2020-2025) Service Manual: P0524 Engine Oil Pressure
Dtc Description
DTC Description
DTC DETECTION LOGIC
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DTC |
CONSULT screen terms (Trouble diagnosis content) |
DTC detection condition |
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P0524 |
ENGINE OIL PRESSURE (Engine oil pressure too low) |
Diagnosis condition |
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Signal (terminal) |
Engine oil pressure sensor signal |
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Threshold |
An EOP sensor signal voltage applied to ECM remains lower than the specified value continuously when the engine speed is 1,000 rpm or more |
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Diagnosis delay time |
10 seconds or more |
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POSSIBLE CAUSE
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Decrease in engine oil pressure
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Decrease in engine oil level
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Engine oil condition
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EOP sensor
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Cause of engine oil consumption
FAIL-SAFE
Engine Control System
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Engine operating condition in fail-safe mode |
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Fail safe mode |
Nissan Sentra Vehicle behavior |
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Others |
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Idle Start/Stop System
Not applicable
Confirmation Procedure
Confirmation Procedure
CAUTION:
If DTC Diagnosis Procedure is unfinished, be sure to perform Step 3 and 4.
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PRECONDITIONING-1
If DTC Confirmation Procedure has been previously conducted, always perform the following procedure before conducting the next test.
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Turn ignition switch OFF and wait at least 10 seconds.
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Turn ignition switch ON.
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Turn ignition switch OFF and wait at least 10 seconds.
TEST CONDITION:
Before performing the following procedure, confirm that battery voltage is 10 V or more at idle.
>>GO TO 2.
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PRECONDITIONING-2
Is “Diagnosis Procedure” of DTC P0524 finished?
YES >>GO TO 5.
NO >>GO TO 3.
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CHECK ENGINE OIL LEVEL
Check engine oil level. Refer to Inspection.
Is the inspection result normal?
YES >>GO TO 4.
NO >>Proceed to DTC Diagnosis Procedure.
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CHECK ENGINE OIL PRESSURE
With CONSULT-
Turn ignition switch ON.
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Select “DATA MONITOR” mode of “ENGINE” using CONSULT.
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Start the engine and check that “EOP SENSOR” changes, according to engine speeds.
Monitor item
Condition
Value
(Approx.)
EOP SENSOR
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Engine oil temperature: 80°C (176°F)
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Selector lever: P or N position
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Air conditioner switch: OFF
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No load
Engine speed: Idle
1,450 mV or more
Engine speed: 2,000 rpm
2,850 mV or more
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Without CONSULTCheck engine oil level. Refer to Inspection.
Is the inspection result normal?
YES >>GO TO 5.
NO >>Proceed to DTC Diagnosis Procedure.
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PERFORM DTC CONFIRMATION PROCEDURE
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Start the engine and warm it up to normal operating temperature.
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Maintain the following conditions for at least 10 consecutive seconds.
Note:Selector lever position
N or P position
Engine coolant temperature
70°C (158°F) or more
Engine speed
1,700 rpm or more
With engine speed set around 4,000 rpm, the phenomenon can be reproduced more easily.
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Check DTC.
Is DTC detected?
YES >>Proceed to DTC Diagnosis Procedure.
NO-1 >>To check malfunction symptom before repair: Refer to Intermittent Incident.
NO-2 >>Confirmation after repair: INSPECTION END
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Dtc Diagnosis Procedure
DTC Diagnosis Procedure
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CHECK ENGINE OIL LEVEL
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Turn ignition switch OFF.
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Check engine oil level. Refer to Inspection.
Is the inspection result normal?
YES >>GO TO 2.
NO >>GO TO 4.
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CHECK ENGINE OIL PRESSURE
With CONSULT-
Turn ignition switch ON.
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Select “DATA MONITOR” mode of “ENGINE” using CONSULT.
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Start the engine and check that “EOP SENSOR” changes, according to engine speeds.
Monitor item
Condition
Value
(Approx.)
EOP SENSOR
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Engine oil temperature: 80°C (176°F)
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Selector lever: P or N position
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Air conditioner switch: OFF
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No load
Engine speed: Idle
1,450 mV or more
Engine speed: 2,000 rpm
2,850 mV or more
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Without CONSULTCheck engine oil pressure. Refer to Inspection.
Is the inspection result normal?
YES >>GO TO 3.
NO >>Check oil pump. Refer to Exploded View.
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CHECK EOP SENSOR
Check EOP sensor. Refer to Component Inspection.
Is the inspection result normal?
YES >>INSPECTION END
NO >>Replace EOP sensor. Refer to Exploded View.
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CHECK ENGINE OIL LEAKAGE
Check engine oil leakage. Refer to Inspection.
Is the inspection result normal?
YES >>GO TO 5.
NO >>Repair or replace malfunctioning part.
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CHECK CAUSE OF ENGINE OIL CONSUMPTION
Check the following item.
>>Step
Inspection item
Equipment
Standard
Reference
1
PCV valve
POSITIVE CRANKCASE VENTILATION : Periodic Maintenance
2
Exhaust front tube
Visual
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No blocking
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No abnormal sounds
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3
Oil pump ASSY
Visual
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No blocking
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No abnormal sounds
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4
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Piston
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Piston pin
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Piston ring
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Piston to piston pin oil clearance
Inspection
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Piston ring side clearance
Inspection
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Piston ring end gap
Inspection
5
Cylinder block
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Cylinder block top surface distortion
Inspection
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Piston to cylinder bore clearance
Inspection
Repair or replace malfunctioning part.
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Other materials:
Illumination Control Switch Signal Circuit
Diagnosis Procedure
Diagnosis Procedure
CHECK COMBINATION METER INPUT
SIGNAL
Ignition switch ON.
Check voltage between the following terminals of
the illumination co ...
Power Supply and Ground Circuit
Diagnosis Procedure
Diagnosis Procedure
CHECK FUSE
Check that the following fuse is not
blown:
Signal
name
Fuse
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License Plate Lamp Circuit
Component Function Check
Component Function
Check
CHECK TAIL LAMP LH OPERATION
Check that tail lamp LH is turned ON when lighting
switch is turned 1ST.
Is the inspection result normal?
YES >>
GO TO 2.
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