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Revision: July 2011 A GENERAL INFORMATION

Publication No. SM2E-1N17U0 B ENGINE
GI
EM
LU
General Information
Engine Mechanical
Engine Lubrication System
A
CO Engine Cooling System
EC
FL
EX
Engine Control System
Fuel System
Exhaust System
B
C
STR Starting System
ACC Accelerator Control System
C

D TRANSMISSION & DRIVE-

LINE
CL
TM
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
SR SRS Airbag

I VENTILATION, HEATER &

AIR CONDITIONER
SRC
VTL
HA
SRS Airbag Control System
Ventilation System
Heater & Air Conditioning System
I
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
PCS Power Control System
retrieval system, or transmit-
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 VERSA SEDAN.

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 INFOID:0000000007795940

GENERAL SPECIFICATIONS

Engine type HR16DE

Cylinder arrangement In-line 4
Displacement cm3 (cu in) 1,598 (97.51)
Bore and stroke mm (in) 78.0× 83.6 (3.071 ×3.291)
Valve arrangement DOHC
Firing order 1-3-4-2
Compression 2
Number of piston rings
Oil 1
Compression ratio 9.8
Standard 1,510 (15.4, 219)
Compression pressure
Minimum 1,270 (12.95, 184)
kPa (kg/cm2, psi) / 200 rpm
Differential limit between cylinders 100 (1.0, 14.5)

Valve Timing
Unit: degree

Valve timing
: Intake valve
: Exhaust valve

JPBIA4228ZZ

a b c d e f
11 (−27) 59 (-21) -1 (49) 37 (-13)
216 228
ATDC ABDC ATDC BBDC
( ): Valve timing control “ON”

Drive Belt INFOID:0000000007795941

DRIVE BELT
Belt Deflection

Deflection adjustment * Unit: mm (in)

Location Used belt
New belt
Limit After adjusted
With A/C 10 (0.39) 4.9 - 5.2 (0.19 - 0.20) 4.1 - 4.4 (0.16 - 0.17)
Drive belt
Without A/C 9.1 (0.36) 4.3 - 4.7 (0.17 - 0.19) 3.7 - 3.9 (0.14 - 0.15)
Applied pushing force 98 N (10 kg-f, 22 lb-f)
*: When engine is cold.
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Belt Tension and Frequency

Unit: N (kg-f,
Tension adjustment * Frequency adjustment * Unit: Hz
lb-f)
Location
Used belt Used belt
New belt New belt
Limit After adjusted Limit After adjusted
881 - 951 1070 - 1138
With A/C (89.8 - 97.0, (109.1 - 116.0, 145.5 230.5 - 239.5 254 - 262
Drive belt 198.1 - 213.8) 240.6 - 255.8)
350 (35.7, 78.7)
876 - 964 1064 - 1152
Without A/C (89.3 - 98.3, (108.5 - 117.5, 162 256.5 - 268.5 282.5 - 293.5
196.9 - 216.7) 239.2 - 259.0)
*: When engine is cold.

Spark Plug INFOID:0000000007795942

SPARK PLUG (PLATINUM-TIPPED TYPE)

Make NGK
Standard type* PLZKAR6A-11
Gap (nominal) 1.1 mm (0.043 in)
*: Always check with the Parts Department for the latest parts information.

Front Wheel Alignment INFOID:0000000007795939

Item Standard
Minimum −0° 50′ (−0.83°)
Nominal −0° 05′ (−0.08°)
Camber
Degree minute (Decimal degree) Maximum 0° 40′ (0.66°)
Left and right differ-
0° 35′ (0.58°)
ence
Minimum 2° 55′ (2.92°)
Nominal 3° 40′ (3.67°)
Caster
Degree minute (Decimal degree) Maximum 4° 25′ (4.41°)
Left and right differ-
0° 45′ (0.75°)
ence
Minimum 11° 00′ (11.00°)
Kingpin inclination
Nominal 11° 45′ (11.75°)
Degree minute (Decimal degree)
Maximum 12° 30′ (12.50°)

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Item Standard
Minimum 0 mm (0 in)
Distance (A - B) Nominal In 1.0 mm (0.05 in)
Maximum In 2.0 mm (0.07 in)
Total toe-in
Minimum 0° 0′ 0″ (0.00°)
Angle (left or right, each side)
Degree minute second (Decimal Nominal In 0° 5′ 0″ (0.08°)
degree)
Maximum In 0° 10′ 0″(0.17°)
Measure value under unladen* conditions.
*: Fuel, engine coolant and lubricant are full. Spare tire, jack, hand tools and mats are in designated positions.

Rear Wheel Alignment INFOID:0000000007795937

SEIA0363E

Item Standard
Minimum −1° 55′ (−1.91°)
Camber
Nominal −1° 25′ (−1.42°)
Degree minute (Decimal degree)
Maximum −0° 55′ (−0.92°)
Minimum Out 2.0 mm (Out 0.079 in)
Distance (A - B) Nominal In 2.0 mm (In 0.079 in)
Maximum In 6.0 mm (In 0.236 in)
Toe-in
Angle left side Minimum Out 0° 15′ (Out 0.25°)
or right side
Nominal In 0° 10′ (In 0.17°)
Degree minute
(Decimal degree) Maximum In 0° 35′ (In 0.58°)

Measure value under unladen*2 conditions.

*1: Since adjustment mechanism is not included, the value of the left and right wheels (both wheels) must be
used as the standard value.
*2: Fuel, engine coolant and lubricant are full. Spare tire, jack, hand tools and mats are in designated posi-
tions.
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Wheelarch Height INFOID:0000000007795938

Unit: mm (in)

LEIA0085E

Market United States Canada

Front (Hf) 683 (26.89) 684 (26.93)
Rear (Hr) 668 (26.30) 668 (26.30)

Measure value under unladen* conditions.

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

Brake Specifications INFOID:0000000007795935

Unit: mm (in)

Cylinder bore diameter 54.025 (2.13)

Front brake Pad length × width × thickness 115.0 × 41.0 × 9.0 (4.53 × 1.614 × 0.354)
Rotor outer diameter × thickness 260 × 22.0 (10.24 × 0.87)
Cylinder bore diameter 19.05 (3/4)
Trailing: 172 × 37 × 4.8 (6.77 × 1.46 × 0.19)
Rear brake Lining length × width × thickness
Leading: 155 × 37 × 4.8 (6.10 ×1.46 × 0.19)
Drum inner diameter - new 203.2 (8.00)
Master cylinder Cylinder bore diameter 19 (0.75)
Control valve Valve type Electric brake force distribution
Brake booster Diaphragm diameter 255 (10)

Brake Pedal INFOID:0000000007795936

Unit: mm (in)

Item Standard
Brake pedal height 158 ±5 (6.22 ±0.20)
Clearance among the brake pedal lever and the stop lamp switch threaded end 0.2 – 1.96 (0.008 – 0.0772)
Brake pedal full stroke 128 (5.04)

Front Disc Brake INFOID:0000000007795933

Unit: mm (in)
Item Limit
Brake pad Wear thickness 2.0 (0.08)
Wear thickness 20.0 (0.787)
Disc rotor Thickness variation (measured at 8 positions) 0.013 (0.001)
Runout (with it attached to the vehicle) 0.055 (0.002)
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Rear Drum Brake INFOID:0000000007795934

Unit: mm (in)
Item Limit
Brake lining Wear thickness 1.0 (0.04)
Brake drum Wear inner diameter- maximum 204.2 (8.04)

Fluids and Lubricants INFOID:0000000007795932

Capacity (Approximate)
Description
Metric US measure Imp measure
Fuel 42.6 11 1/4 gal 9 3/8 gal

Engine oil With oil filter change 3.0 3 1/8 qt 2 5/8 qt

Drain and refill Without oil filter change 2 7/8 qt 2 3/8 qt
2.7
Dry engine (engine overhaul) 3.5 3 3/4 qt 3 1/8 qt

With reservoir tank CVT 7.2 7 5/8 qt 6 3/8 qt

at "MAX" level M/T 6 5/8 qt 5 1/2 qt
Cooling system 6.3
Reservoir tank capacity
0.7 3/4 qt 5/8 qt
(at "MAX" level)
Manual transaxle fluid (MTF) 2.67 5 5/8 pt 4 3/4 pt

CVT fluid 6.9 7 1/4 qt 6 1/8 qt

Brake and clutch fluid — — —
Multi-purpose grease — — —
Windshield washer fluid 4.5 4 3/4 qt 4 qt
Air conditioning system refrigerant 0.40 kg 0.88 lb 0.88 lb
Air conditioning system oil 120 m 4.1 fl oz 4.2 fl oz
GENERAL INFORMATION
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
Identification Number - Sedan ................................. 21
Identification Plate ................................................... 22
Engine Serial Number ............................................. 22
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E
CVT Number ............................................................23 F
Manual Transaxle Number ......................................23
Dimensions ..............................................................23
Wheels & Tires ........................................................23 G
PRECAUTION .............................................. 24
PRECAUTIONS ................................................. 24 H
Description ...............................................................24
Precaution for Supplemental Restraint System
(SRS) "AIR BAG" and "SEAT BELT PRE-TEN- I
SIONER" .................................................................24
Procedures without Cowl Top Cover .......................24
General Precautions ................................................25
J
Three Way Catalyst .................................................26
Fuel (Regular Unleaded Gasoline Recommend-
ed) HR16DE ............................................................26
Multiport Fuel Injection System or Engine Control K
System .....................................................................27
Hoses ......................................................................27
Engine Oils ..............................................................28 L
Air Conditioning .......................................................28
LIFTING POINT ................................................. 29
Special Service Tool ................................................29 M
Garage Jack and Safety Stand ................................29
2-Pole Lift ................................................................30
Board-on Lift ............................................................31 N
TOW TRUCK TOWING ..................................... 32
Tow Truck Towing ...................................................32
Vehicle Recovery (Freeing a Stuck Vehicle) ...........32 O
BASIC INSPECTION ................................... 34
P
SERVICE INFORMATION FOR ELECTRICAL
INCIDENT .......................................................... 34
Work Flow ................................................................34
Control Units and Electrical Parts ............................34
How to Check Terminal ...........................................35
Intermittent Incident .................................................38
Circuit Inspection .....................................................41
2012 Versa Sedan
CONSULT CHECKING SYSTEM ...................... 46 WIRING DIAGRAM .................................... 48
Description .............................................................. 46
Function and System Application ........................... 46 CONSULT CHECKING SYSTEM ...................... 48
CONSULT Data Link Connector (DLC) Circuit ....... 46 Wiring Diagram ....................................................... 48

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HOW TO USE THIS MANUAL GI
HOW TO USE THIS MANUAL
Description INFOID:0000000007733065
B
This volume explains “Removal, Disassembly, Installation, Inspection and Adjustment” and “Trouble Diag-
noses”.
C
Terms INFOID:0000000007733066

• 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:0000000007733067

• 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:0000000007733068

• 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:0000000007733069

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:0000000007733070

• 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:0000000007733071

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:0000000007733072

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:0000000007733073

GI

I
SAIA1539E

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Connector symbols INFOID:0000000007733074

Most of connector symbols in wiring diagrams are shown from the terminal side. B
• Connector symbols shown from the terminal side are enclosed by
a single line and followed by the direction mark.
• Connector symbols shown from the harness side are enclosed by
a double line and followed by the direction mark. C
• Certain systems and components, especially those related to
OBD, may use a new style slide-locking type harness connector.
For description and how to disconnect, refer to PG section, D
“Description”, “HARNESS CONNECTOR”.

SAIA0257E

I
• Male and female terminals
Connector guides for male terminals are shown in black and
female terminals in white in wiring diagrams. J

SGI363
P

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Sample/wiring diagram -example- INFOID:0000000007733075

• For detail, refer to following GI-11, "Description".

JCAWA0005GB

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