Edition: June 2011 QUICK REFERENCE INDEX

Revision: February 2013 A GENERAL INFORMATION

Publication No. SM2E-1L32G2 B ENGINE
GI
EM
LU
General Information
Engine Mechanical
Engine Lubrication System
A
B
CO Engine Cooling System
EC Engine Control System
FL Fuel System
EX Exhaust System

C
STR Starting System
ACC Accelerator Control System
C HYBRID HBC Hybrid Control System
HBB Hybrid Battery System

D TRANSMISSION & DRIVE-

LINE
HBR
CL
TM
Hybrid Brake System
Clutch
Transaxle & Transmission
D
E
DLN Driveline
FAX Front Axle
RAX Rear Axle
E SUSPENSION FSU Front Suspension
RSU
SCS
WT
Rear Suspension
Suspension Control System
Road Wheels & Tires
F
G
F BRAKES BR Brake System
PB Parking Brake System
BRC Brake Control System
G STEERING ST Steering System

H RESTRAINTS
STC
SB
SBC
Steering Control System
Seat Belt
Seat Belt Control System
H
I
SR SRS Airbag
SRC SRS Airbag Control System
I VENTILATION, HEATER & VTL Ventilation System
AIR CONDITIONER HA Heater & Air Conditioning System

J
HAC Heater & Air Conditioning Control System
J BODY INTERIOR INT Interior
IP Instrument Panel
SE Seat

K BODY EXTERIOR,
DOORS, ROOF & VEHICLE
ADP
DLK
SEC
Automatic Drive Positioner
Door & Lock
Security Control System
K
SECURITY

L
GW Glass & Window System
PWC Power Window Control System
RF Roof
EXT Exterior

L DRIVER CONTROLS
BRM
MIR
EXL
Body Repair Manual
Mirrors
Exterior Lighting System
M
N
INL Interior Lighting System
WW Wiper & Washer
DEF Defogger
HRN Horn
All rights reserved. No part
of this Service Manual may
be reproduced or stored in a
M ELECTRICAL & POWER
CONTROL
PWO
BCS
LAN
Power Outlet
Body Control System
LAN System
O
P
retrieval system, or transmit- PCS Power Control System
CHG Charging System
ted in any form, or by any
PG Power Supply, Ground & Circuit Elements
means, electronic, mechani-
N DRIVER INFORMATION & MWI Meter, Warning Lamp & Indicator
cal, photo-copying, record- MULTIMEDIA WCS Warning Chime System
ing or otherwise, without the SN Sonar System
prior written permission of AV Audio, Visual & Navigation System
Nissan North America, Inc. O CRUISE CONTROL CCS Cruise Control System
P MAINTENANCE MA Maintenance
 FOREWORD
This manual contains maintenance and repair procedure for the 2012
NISSAN ALTIMA GCC.

In order to assure your safety and the efficient functioning of the vehicle,
this manual should be read thoroughly. It is especially important that the
PRECAUTIONS in the GI section be completely understood before starting
any repair task.

All information in this manual is based on the latest product information

at the time of publication. The right is reserved to make changes in specifi-
cations and methods at any time without notice.

IMPORTANT SAFETY NOTICE

The proper performance of service is essential for both the safety of
the technician and the efficient functioning of the vehicle.
The service methods in this Service Manual are described in such a
manner that the service may be performed safely and accurately.
Service varies with the procedures used, the skills of the technician
and the tools and parts available. Accordingly, anyone using service
procedures, tools or parts which are not specifically recommended
by NISSAN must first be completely satisfied that neither personal
safety nor the vehicle’s safety will be jeopardized by the service
method selected.
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Engine Tune-up Data: QR25DE INFOID:0000000009436177

GENERAL SPECIFICATIONS

Cylinder arrangement In-line 4

3 3 2,488 (151.82)
Displacement cm (in )
Bore and stroke mm. (in) 89.0 x 100 (3.50 x 3.94)
Valve arrangement DOHC
Firing order 1-3-4-2
Compression 2
Number of piston rings
Oil 1
Compression ratio 9.5:1
Standard 1,250 (12.50, 12.8, 181.3)
Compression pressure Minimum 1,060 (10.60, 10.8, 153.7)
kPa (bar, kg/cm2, psi) / 250 rpm Differential limit between cylinders
100 (1.00, 1.0, 14)

Valve timing

PBIC0187E

Unit: degree
a b c d e f
220 232 -12 64 10 30

DRIVE BELTS

Tension of drive belts Auto adjustment by auto-tensioner

SPARK PLUG
Unit: mm. (in)

Make NGK
Type* Standard DILKAR6A-11
Gap (nominal) 1.1 (0.043)
*: Always check with the Parts Department for the latest parts information.

Engine Tune-up Data: VQ35DE INFOID:0000000009436152

GENERAL SPECIFICATIONS

Cylinder arrangement V-6

3 3,498 (213.45)
Displacement cm (cu in)
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Bore and stroke mm (in) 95.5 x 81.4 (3.760 x 3.205)
Valve arrangement DOHC
Firing order 1-2-3-4-5-6
Compression 2
Number of piston rings
Oil 1
Number of main bearings 4
Compression ratio 10.3:1
Standard 1,275 (12.75, 13.0, 185)
Compression pressure
Minimum 981 (9.81, 10.0, 142)
kPa (bar, kg/cm2, psi)/300 rpm
Differential limit between cylinders 98 (0.98, 1.0, 14)

Cylinder number

SEM713A

Valve timing
(Valve timing control - “OFF”)

PBIC0187E

Unit: degree
a b c d e f
240 240 −10 70 10 50

Drive Belt INFOID:0000000009436153

DRIVE BELT

Tension of drive belt Belt tension is not necessary, as it is automatically adjusted by drive belt auto-tensioner.

Spark Plug INFOID:0000000009436154

SPARK PLUG
Unit: mm (in)

Make DENSO
Standard type* FXE22HR-11
Gap Standard 1.1 (0.043)
*: Always check with the Parts Department for the latest parts information.
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Front Wheel Alignment (Unladen *1) INFOID:0000000009436128

Model Sedan Coupe

Engine type QR25DE VQ35DE QR25DE VQ35DE
Tire size 205/65R16 215/55R17 215/55R17 235/45R18
Camber *2 Minimum -1°15’ (-1.25°)
Degree minute (Dec-
LH Nominal -0°30’ (-0.50°)
imal degree)
Maximum 0°15’ (0.25°)
Minimum -1°30’ (-1.50°)
RH Nominal -0°45’ (-0.75°)
Maximum 0°0’ (0.00°)
Caster *3
4°54’ (4.90°) 4°36’ (4.60°)
Degree minute (Decimal degree)
Kingpin offset Minimum 11°57’ (11.95°) 12°00’ (12.00°)
Degree minute (Decimal degree)
Nominal 12°42’ (12.70°) 12°45’ (12.75°)
Maximum 13°27’ (13.45°) 13°30’ (13.50°)

SFA234AC

Minimum Out 0.8 mm (0.03 in) Out 1.0 mm (0.03 in)

Distance (A - B) Nominal In 1.2 mm (0.05 in) In 1.0 mm (0.03 in)
Maximum In 3.2 mm (0.12 in) In 3.0 mm (0.11 in)
Total toe-in
Angle Minimum Out 0° 3′ 36″ (0.06°) Out 0° 4′ 12″ (0.07°)
Degree minute (Decimal degree)
Nominal In 0° 6′ (0.10°) In 0° 5′ 24" (0.09°)
Maximum In 0° 15′ 36″ (0.26°) In 0° 15′ (0.25°)
Wheel turning angle Refer to XX-XX, "*****".
*1: Fuel, radiator coolant and engine oil full. Spare tire, jack, hand tools and mats in designated positions.
*2: The RH camber angle shall be -0.25° ± 0.55° with respect to the LH camber angle.
*3: For the caster angle, the difference between right and left against the ground surface shall be ±0.55° maximum.

Rear Wheel Alignment (Unladen*) INFOID:0000000009436126

SEDAN
Minimum −1° 02′ (−1.031°)
Camber
Nominal −0° 32′ (−0.531°)
Degree minute (Decimal degree)
Maximum −0° 02′ (−0.031°)
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SFA234AC

Minimum In 0 mm (0 in)
Distance (A- B) Nominal In 3.0 mm (0.12 in)
Maximum In 6.0 mm (0.24 in)
Total toe-in
Minimum In 0° 3′ (0.05°)
Angle
Nominal In 0° 15′ (025°)
Degree minute (decimal degree)
Maximum In 0° 27′ (0.45°)
*: Fuel, radiator coolant and engine oil full. Spare tire, jack, hand tools and mats in designated positions.
COUPE
Minimum −0° 35′ (−0.584°)
Camber
Nominal −0° 05′ (−0.084°)
Degree minute (Decimal degree)
Maximum 0° 25′ (0.416°)

SFA234AC

Minimum In 0.3 mm (0.01 in)

Distance (A- B) Nominal In 3.3 mm (0.13 in)

Total toe-in Maximum In 6.3 mm (0.25)

Minimum In 0° 4′ 48″ (0.08°)
Angle
Nominal In 0° 16′ 48″ (0.28°)
Degree minute (decimal degree)
Maximum In 0° 28′ 48″ (0.48°)
*: Fuel, engine coolant and engine oil full. Spare tire, jack, hand tools and mats in designated positions.
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Wheelarch Height (Unladen*1) INFOID:0000000009436127

Unit: mm (in)

LEIA0085E

Model Sedan Coupe

Engine QR25DE VQ35DE QR25DE VQ35DE
Tire size 205/65R16 215/55R17 215/55R17 235/45R18
Front (Hf) 715 (28.15) 717 (28.23) 715 (28.15) —
Rear (Hr) 716 (28.19) 713 (28.07) 723 (28.46) —

*1: Fuel, engine coolant and engine oil full. Spare tire, jack, hand tools and mats in designated positions.

Brake Specifications INFOID:0000000009436097

Unit: mm (in)

Brake model CLZ25VD

Cylinder bore diameter 57.2 (2.252)
Front brake
Pad length × width × thickness 126 × 50 × 11 (4.961 × 1.969 × 0.433)
Rotor outer diameter × thickness 296 × 26 (11.654 × 1.024)
Brake model AD9VA
Cylinder bore diameter 34.93 (1.375)
Rear brake
Pad length × width × thickness 83 × 33 × 8.5 (3.268 × 1.299 × 0.335)
Rotor outer diameter × thickness 292 × 9 (11.50 × 0.354)
Master cylinder Cylinder bore diameter 19.05 (0.750)
Control valve Valve model Electric brake force distribution
Booster model Bosch
Brake booster
Diaphragm diameter 280 (11)
Recommended brake fluid DOT 3
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Brake Pedal INFOID:0000000009436098

Unit: mm (in)

AWFIA0557ZZ

Brake pedal height (H) CVT 190.7 - 202.7 (7.51 - 7.98)

(from dash lower panel top surface) M/T 181.3 -193.3 (7.14 - 7.61)
CVT 130 (5.12)
Brake pedal full stroke (S)
M/T 130 (5.12)
Clearance between stopper bracket and threaded end of the stop lamp switch
0.74 - 1.96 (0.0291 - 0.0772)
(C1) and ASCD cancel switch (C2)

Front Disc Brake INFOID:0000000009436095

Unit: mm (in)

Brake model CLZ25VD

Standard thickness (new) 11.0 (0.433)
Brake pad
Wear limit thickness 2.0 (0.079)
Standard thickness (new) 26.0 (1.024)
Wear limit thickness 24.0 (0.945)
Disc rotor
Thickness variation (measured at 8 positions) 0.015 (0.0006)
Maximum runout (with it attached to the vehicle) 0.040 (0.0016)

Rear Disc Brake INFOID:0000000009436096

Unit: mm (in)

Brake model AD9VA

Standard thickness (new) 8.5 (0.335)
Brake pad
Wear limit thickness 1.0 (0.039)
Standard thickness (new) 9.0 (0.354)
Wear limit thickness 8.0 (0.315)
Disc rotor
Thickness variation (measured at 8 positions) 0.015 (0.0006)
Maximum runout (with it attached to the vehicle) 0.05 (0.0020)
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Fluids and Lubricants INFOID:0000000009436071

Description Capacity (Approximate)

Liter US measure Imp measure
QR25DE 75.6 20 gal 16 5/8 gal
Fuel
VQ35DE 75.6 20 gal 16 5/8 gal

With oil filter QR25DE 4.6 4 7/8 qt 4 qt

change VQ35DE 4.8 5 1/8 qt 4 1/4 qt
Engine oil
(drain and refill) QR25DE 4.3 4 1/2 qt 3 3/4 qt
Without oil filter
change VQ35DE 4.5 4 3/4 qt 4 qt
QR25DE 5.4 5 3/4 qt 4 3/4 qt
Dry engine (Overhaul)
VQ35DE 5.3 5 5/8 qt 4 5/8 qt

Engine coolant QR25DE 7.7 8 1/8 qt 6 3/4 qt

(with reservoir tank at MAX level) VQ35DE 9.0 9 1/2 qt 7 7/8 qt
RE0F10A QR25DE 7.3 7 3/4 qt 6 3/4 qt
CVT fluid
RE0F09B VQ35DE 10.2 10 3/4 qt 9 qt
Manual transaxle fluid (MTF) 1.7 3 5/8 pt 3 pt
Power steering fluid (PSF) 1.0 1 1/8 qt 7/8 qt
Brake and clutch fluid — — —
Multi-purpose grease — — —
Windshield washer fluid 4.5 4 3/4 qt 4 qt
Air conditioning system refrigerant 0.55 ± 0.025 kg 1.21 ± 0.055 lb 1.21 ± 0.055 lb
Air conditioning system oil 150 m 5.03 fl oz 5.3 fl oz
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CONTENTS
HOW TO USE THIS MANUAL ...................... 3
HOW TO USE THIS MANUAL ............................ 3
Description ................................................................ 3
Terms ........................................................................ 3
Units .......................................................................... 3
Contents .................................................................... 3
Relation between Illustrations and Descriptions ...... 4
Components .............................................................. 4
HOW TO FOLLOW TROUBLE DIAGNOSES ..... 6
Description ................................................................ 6
How to Follow Test Groups in Trouble Diagnosis...... 6
Key to Symbols Signifying Measurements or Pro-
cedures ..................................................................... 7
HOW TO READ WIRING DIAGRAMS ................ 9
Connector symbols ................................................... 9
Sample/wiring diagram -example- ........................... 10
Description .............................................................. 11
ABBREVIATIONS ..............................................13
Abbreviation List ...................................................... 13
TIGHTENING TORQUE OF STANDARD
BOLTS ................................................................14
Tightening Torque Table ......................................... 14
RECOMMENDED CHEMICAL PRODUCTS
AND SEALANTS ................................................15
Recommended Chemical Products and Sealants.... 15
TERMINOLOGY .................................................16
SAE J1930 Terminology List ................................... 16
FEATURES OF NEW MODEL ..................... 20
IDENTIFICATION INFORMATION .....................20
Model Variation - Sedan .......................................... 20
Model Variation - Coupe ......................................... 21
Identification Number - Sedan ................................. 22
Identification Number - Coupe ................................ 23
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Identification Plate ...................................................24 F
Engine Serial Number .............................................24
CVT Number ............................................................25
Manual Transaxle Number ......................................25 G
Dimensions - Sedan ................................................25
Dimensions - Coupe ................................................25
Wheels & Tires ........................................................26
H
PRECAUTION .............................................. 27
PRECAUTIONS ................................................. 27 I
Description ...............................................................27
Precaution for Supplemental Restraint System
(SRS) "AIR BAG" and "SEAT BELT PRE-TEN-
J
SIONER" .................................................................27
Precaution Necessary for Steering Wheel Rota-
tion After Battery Disconnect ...................................27
Procedures without Cowl Top Cover .......................28 K
General Precautions ................................................28
Three Way Catalyst .................................................29
Fuel (Regular Unleaded Gasoline Recommend- L
ed) QR25DE ............................................................30
Fuel (Unleaded Premium Gasoline Recommend-
ed) VQ35DE ............................................................30
M
Multiport Fuel Injection System or Engine Control
System .....................................................................30
Hoses ......................................................................30
Engine Oils ..............................................................31 N
Air Conditioning .......................................................32
LIFTING POINT ................................................. 33 O
Special Service Tool ................................................33
Garage Jack and Safety Stand ................................33
2-Pole Lift ................................................................34
Board-on Lift ............................................................35 P
TOW TRUCK TOWING ..................................... 36
Tow Truck Towing ...................................................36
Vehicle Recovery (Freeing a Stuck Vehicle) ...........36
BASIC INSPECTION ................................... 38
2012 Altima GCC
SERVICE INFORMATION FOR ELECTRICAL
INCIDENT .......................................................... 38
Work Flow ............................................................... 38
Control Units and Electrical Parts ........................... 38
How to Check Terminal .......................................... 39
Intermittent Incident ................................................ 42
Circuit Inspection .................................................... 45
CONSULT CHECKING SYSTEM ...................... 50
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Description .............................................................. 50
Function and System Application ............................ 50
CONSULT Data Link Connector (DLC) Circuit ....... 50
WIRING DIAGRAM .................................... 52
CONSULT CHECKING SYSTEM ...................... 52
Wiring Diagram - Coupe ......................................... 52
Wiring Diagram - Sedan .......................................... 53
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HOW TO USE THIS MANUAL GI
HOW TO USE THIS MANUAL
Description INFOID:0000000007418620
B
This volume explains “Removal, Disassembly, Installation, Inspection and Adjustment” and “Trouble Diag-
noses”.
C
Terms INFOID:0000000007418621

• The captions WARNING and CAUTION warn you of steps that must be followed to prevent personal injury
and/or damage to some part of the vehicle. D
WARNING indicates the possibility of personal injury if instructions are not followed.
CAUTION indicates the possibility of component damage if instructions are not followed.
BOLD TYPED STATEMENTS except WARNING and CAUTION give you helpful information. E
Standard value: Tolerance at inspection and adjustment.
Limit value: The maximum or minimum limit value that should not be exceeded at inspection and adjust-
ment.
F
Units INFOID:0000000007418622

• The UNITS given in this manual are primarily expressed as the SI UNIT (International System of Unit), and G
alternatively expressed in the metric system and in the yard/pound system.
Also with regard to tightening torque of bolts and nuts, there are descriptions both about range and about the
standard tightening torque.
H
“Example”
Range
I
Outer Socket Lock Nut : 59 - 78 N·m (6.0 - 8.0 kg-m, 43 - 58 ft-lb)

Standard J

Drive Shaft Installation Bolt : 44.3 N·m (4.5 kg-m, 33 ft-lb)

K
Contents INFOID:0000000007418623

• A QUICK REFERENCE INDEX, a black tab (e.g. ) is provided on the first page. You can quickly find the L
first page of each section by matching it to the section's black tab.
• THE CONTENTS are listed on the first page of each section.
• THE TITLE is indicated on the upper portion of each page and shows the part or system.
• THE PAGE NUMBER of each section consists of two or three letters which designate the particular section M
and a number (e.g. “BR-5”).
• THE SMALL ILLUSTRATIONS show the important steps such as inspection, use of special tools, knacks of
work and hidden or tricky steps which are not shown in the previous large illustrations. N
Assembly, inspection and adjustment procedures for the complicated units such as the automatic transaxle
or transmission, etc. are presented in a step-by-step format where necessary.

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Relation between Illustrations and Descriptions INFOID:0000000007418624

The following sample explains the relationship between the part description in an illustration, the part name in
the text and the service procedures.

SAIA0519E

Components INFOID:0000000007418625

• THE LARGE ILLUSTRATIONS are exploded views (see the following) and contain tightening torques, lubri-
cation points, section number of the PARTS CATALOG (e.g. SEC. 440) and other information necessary to
perform repairs.
The illustrations should be used in reference to service matters only. When ordering parts, refer to the appro-
priate PARTS CATALOG.
Always check with the PARTS DEPARTMENT for the latest parts information.
Components shown in an illustration may be identified by a circled number. When this style of illustration is
used, the text description of the components will follow the illustration.

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SFIA2959E F

1. Union bolt 2. Copper washer 3. Brake hose

4. Cap 5. Bleed valve 6. Sliding pin bolt
G
7. Piston seal 8. Piston 9. Piston boot
10. Cylinder body 11. Sliding pin 12. Torque member mounting bolt
13. Washer 14. Sliding pin boot 15. Bushing H
16. Torque member 17. Inner shim cover 18. Inner shim
19. Inner pad 20. Pad retainer 21. Pad wear sensor
22. Outer pad 23. Outer shim 24. Outer shim cover I
1: PBC (Poly Butyl Cuprysil) grease 2: Rubber grease : Brake fluid
or silicone-based grease
Refer to GI section for additional symbol definitions.
J
SYMBOLS

SAIA0749E O

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HOW TO FOLLOW TROUBLE DIAGNOSES
Description INFOID:0000000007418626

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 completely eliminated.
• Refer to Component Parts and Harness Connector Location for the Systems described in each section for
identification/location of components and harness connectors.
• When checking circuit continuity, ignition switch should be OFF.
• Refer to the Circuit Diagram for quick pinpoint check.
If you need to check circuit continuity between harness connectors in more detail, such as when a sub-har-
ness is used, refer to Wiring Diagram in each individual section and Harness Layout in PG section for identi-
fication of harness connectors.
• Before checking voltage at connectors, check battery voltage.
• After accomplishing the Diagnosis Procedures and Electrical Components Inspection, make sure that all
harness connectors are reconnected as they were.
How to Follow Test Groups in Trouble Diagnosis INFOID:0000000007418627

JPAIA0021GB

1. Test group number and test group title

• Test group number and test group title are shown in the upper portion of each test group.
2. Work and diagnosis procedure
• Start to diagnose a problem using procedures indicated in enclosed test groups.
3. Questions and results
• Questions and required results are indicated in test group.
4. Action
• Next action for each test group is indicated based on result of each question.

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Key to Symbols Signifying Measurements or Procedures INFOID:0000000007418628

GI

I
SAIA1539E

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