2011 Nissan Pathfinder LE

GENERAL INFORMATION Engine Overhaul Procedures

TIMING CHAINS & BELTS

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NOTE: Examples used in this article are general in nature and do not necessarily relate
to a specific engine or system. Illustrations and procedures have been chosen
to guide mechanic through engine overhaul process. Descriptions of processes
of cleaning, inspection, assembly and machine shop practice are included.

Always refer to appropriate engine overhaul article, if available, in the ENGINES

section for complete overhaul procedures and specifications for the vehicle
being repaired.

TIMING CHAINS

NOTE: Examples used in this article are general in nature and do not necessarily relate
to a specific engine or system. Illustrations and procedures have been chosen
to guide mechanic through engine overhaul process. Descriptions of processes
of cleaning, inspection, assembly and machine shop practice are included.

Always refer to appropriate engine overhaul article, if available, in the ENGINES

section for complete overhaul procedures and specifications for the vehicle
being repaired.

Timing chains will stretch during operation. Limits are placed upon amount of stretch before replacement is
required. Timing chain stretch will alter ignition timing and valve timing.

To check timing chain stretch, rotate crankshaft to eliminate slack from one side of timing chain. Mark
reference point on cylinder block. Rotate crankshaft in opposite direction to eliminate slack from remaining side
of timing chain. Force other side of chain outward and measure distance between reference point and timing
chain. See Fig. 23. Replace timing chain and gears if not within specification.

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Fig. 23: Measuring Timing Chain Stretch

Timing chains must be installed so timing marks on camshaft gear and crankshaft gear are aligned according to
manufacturer. See Fig. 24.

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Fig. 24: Typical Gear Timing Mark Alignment

TIMING BELTS

NOTE: Examples used in this article are general in nature and do not necessarily relate
to a specific engine or system. Illustrations and procedures have been chosen
to guide mechanic through engine overhaul process. Descriptions of processes
of cleaning, inspection, assembly and machine shop practice are included.

Always refer to appropriate engine overhaul article, if available, in the ENGINES

section for complete overhaul procedures and specifications for the vehicle
being repaired.

Cogged tooth belts are commonly used on overhead cam engines. Inspect belt teeth for rounded corners or
cracking. Replace belt if it is cracked, damaged, missing teeth or oil soaked.

Used timing belt must be installed in original direction of rotation. Inspect all sprocket teeth for wear. Replace
all worn sprockets. Sprockets are marked for timing purposes. Engine is positioned so that crankshaft sprocket
mark will be upward. Camshaft sprocket is aligned with reference mark on cylinder head or timing belt cover
and then timing belt can be installed. See Fig. 25.

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Fig. 25: Typical Camshaft Belt Sprocket Alignment

TENSION ADJUSTMENT

NOTE: Examples used in this article are general in nature and do not necessarily relate
to a specific engine or system. Illustrations and procedures have been chosen
to guide mechanic through engine overhaul process. Descriptions of processes
of cleaning, inspection, assembly and machine shop practice are included.

Always refer to appropriate engine overhaul article, if available, in the ENGINES

section for complete overhaul procedures and specifications for the vehicle
being repaired.

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If guide rails are used with spring loaded tensioners, ensure at least half of original rail thickness remains.
Spring loaded tensioner should be inspected for damage.

Ensure all timing marks are aligned. Adjust belt tension using manufacturer's recommendations. Belt tension
may require checking using tension gauge. See Fig. 26.

Fig. 26: Adjusting Typical Timing Belt Tension

TIMING GEARS
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NOTE: Examples used in this article are general in nature and do not necessarily relate
to a specific engine or system. Illustrations and procedures have been chosen
to guide mechanic through engine overhaul process. Descriptions of processes
of cleaning, inspection, assembly and machine shop practice are included.

Always refer to appropriate engine overhaul article, if available, in the ENGINES

section for complete overhaul procedures and specifications for the vehicle
being repaired.

TIMING GEAR BACKLASH & RUNOUT

NOTE: Examples used in this article are general in nature and do not necessarily relate
to a specific engine or system. Illustrations and procedures have been chosen
to guide mechanic through engine overhaul process. Descriptions of processes
of cleaning, inspection, assembly and machine shop practice are included.

Always refer to appropriate engine overhaul article, if available, in the ENGINES

section for complete overhaul procedures and specifications for the vehicle
being repaired.

On engines where camshaft gear operates directly on crankshaft gear, gear backlash and runout must be
checked. To check backlash, install dial indicator with tip resting on tooth of camshaft gear. Rotate camshaft
gear as far as possible. Adjust indicator to zero. Rotate camshaft gear in opposite direction as far as possible and
note reading.

To determine timing gear runout, mount dial indicator with tip resting on face edge of camshaft gear. Adjust
indicator to zero. Rotate camshaft gear 360 degrees and note reading. If backlash or runout exceeds
specification, replace camshaft and/or crankshaft gear.

REAR MAIN OIL SEAL INSTALLATION

NOTE: Examples used in this article are general in nature and do not necessarily relate
to a specific engine or system. Illustrations and procedures have been chosen
to guide mechanic through engine overhaul process. Descriptions of processes
of cleaning, inspection, assembly and machine shop practice are included.

Always refer to appropriate engine overhaul article, if available, in the ENGINES

section for complete overhaul procedures and specifications for the vehicle
being repaired.

One-Piece Type Seal

For one-piece type oil seal installation, coat block contact surface of seal with sealer if seal is not factory
coated. Ensure seal surface is free of burrs. Lubricate seal lip with engine oil and press seal into place using
proper oil seal installer. See Fig. 27.

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Fig. 27: Installing Typical One-Piece Oil Seal

Rope Type Seal

For rope type rear main oil seal installation, press seal lightly into seat area. Using seal installer, fully seat seal
in bearing cap or cylinder block.

Trim seal ends even with cylinder block parting surface. Some applications require sealer to be applied on main
bearing cap before installing. See Fig. 28.

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Fig. 28: Installing Typical Rope Seal

Split-Rubber Type Seal

Follow manufacturer's procedures when installing split-rubber type rear main oil seals. Installation procedures
vary with manufacturer and engine type. See Fig. 29.

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Fig. 29: Installing Typical Split-Rubber Seal

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