Nissan 2006 Maxima ENGINE - ENGINE COOLANT; System Checks

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Revision: October 2006 2006 Maxima
ENGINE COOLANT PFP:KQ100
System Check EBS00RD8
WARNING:
● Never remove the radiator cap when the engine is hot. Serious burns could occur from high pres-
sure 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 down and turning it all the way.
CHECKING COOLING SYSTEM HOSES
Check hoses for the following:
● Improper attachment
● Leaks
● Cracks
● Damage
● Loose connections
● Chafing
● Deterioration
CHECKING RESERVOIR LEVEL
● Check if the reservoir tank coolant level is within MIN to MAX
range when the engine is cool.
● Adjust coolant level if it is too much or too little.
CHECKING COOLING SYSTEM FOR LEAKS
To check for leaks, apply pressure to the cooling system using Tool.
WARNING:
Never remove the radiator cap when the engine is hot. Serious
burns could occur from high pressure coolant escaping from
the radiator.
CAUTION:
Higher pressure than specified may cause radiator damage.
CHECKING RADIATOR CAP
1. Inspect the radiator cap.
● Replace the cap if the metal plunger cannot be seen around the edge of the black rubber gasket.
● Replace the cap if deposits of waxy residue or other foreign material are on the black rubber gasket or
the metal retainer.
NOTE:
Thoroughly wipe out the radiator filler neck to remove any waxy residue or foreign material.
SMA412B
Tool number : EG17650301 (J-33984-A)
Testing pressure
: 157 kPa (1.6 kg/cm
2
, 23 psi)
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