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A/C & HEATER SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 1990 Nissan 240SX AUTOMOBILES

A/C & Cooling System Maintenance -> Nissan -> 1990-2002
Vehicle: 1990 Nissan 240SX SE 2.4 L4 GAS

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BRAKE SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 1990 Nissan 240SX AUTOMOBILES

NISSAN, DRUM BRAKES -> BRAKE SHOES REPLACEMENT -> 1990-92 4WD Pickup -> 1991-92 MAXIMA -> 2WD Pickup Heavy Duty & Cab & Chassis Models -> AXXESS -> NX COUPE & 1991-92 SENTRA -> PATHFINDER -> PICKUP & VAN -> PULSAR & 1990 SENTRA -> STANZA & 1990 MAXIMA -> Van & 2WD Pickup Except Heavy Duty, Cab & Chassis Models
Vehicle: 1990 Nissan 240SX 2.4 L4 GAS

STANZA & 1990 MAXIMA

  • Raise and support vehicle and remove wheel.
  • Release parking brake.
  • Remove dust cover, then remove and discard cotter pin.
  • Remove adjusting cap and the wheel bearing nut, then the brake drum with outer bearing and washer.
  • Remove anti-rattle spring and pin, Fig. .
  • Remove return springs and brake shoes.
  • Remove clevis pin and disconnect parking brake cable.
  • Remove adjuster assembly.
  • Apply suitable lubricant to lubricating points, Fig. .
  • Rotate nut until adjuster rod is at its shortest length.
  • Reverse procedure to install.
  • Adjust brakes by applying hand brake several...

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FUEL FILTER REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR 1990 Nissan 240SX AUTOMOBILES

Nissan/Datsun -> Component Locations -> 1989-98 240SX
Vehicle: 1990 Nissan 240SX SE 2.4 L4 GAS

Refer to Fig....

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DRIVELINE, U-JOINT & CV AXLES REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR 1990 Nissan 240SX AUTOMOBILES

CV AXLE SHAFT, Replace
Vehicle: 1990 Nissan 240SX 2.4 L4 GAS

  • Remove wheel bearing lock nut. Tie rod does not need to be disconnected from steering knuckle. Suspend steering knuckle with wire so as not to stretch brake hose. Do not pull or twist brake hose.
  • Remove clip and separate brake hose from strut.
  • Remove strut lower mounting bolts.
  • Separate drive shaft from steering knuckle by lightly tapping it. If it is hard to remove, use a puller. When removing drive shaft, cover boots with shop towel to prevent damage to them.
  • Remove right drive shaf...

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STARTER & ALTERNATOR REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR 1990 Nissan 240SX AUTOMOBILES

Starter, Replace
Vehicle: 1990 Nissan 240SX 2.4 L4 GAS

  • Disconnect battery ground cable.
  • On models equipped with automatic transaxle,support transaxle with suitable jack.
  • Remove four rear mounting bracket bolts.
  • Slight...

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MAINTENANCE LAMP RESET PROCEDURES FOR 1990 Nissan 240SX AUTOMOBILES

Nissan -> Vehicle Dynamic Control (VDC) Warning Lamp ->
Vehicle: 1990 Nissan 240SX 2.4 L4 GAS

The VDC lamp should illuminate when the ignition switch is placed in the on position for a few seconds or when the VDC control switch is in the off position. If the VDC lamps illuminates while ope...

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RADIATOR & HOSE REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR 1990 Nissan 240SX AUTOMOBILES

Radiator, Replace
Vehicle: 1990 Nissan 240SX 2.4 L4 GAS

  • Drain engine coolant from radiator into a suitable container.
  • Remove engine undercover.
  • Disconnect radiator upper and lower hose.
  • On models with automatic transmissions, disconnect transmission oil cooler hoses, if equipped. Plug hoses to prevent transmission oil loss.
  • On all models, remove radiator l...

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SERPENTINE BELT SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 1990 Nissan 240SX AUTOMOBILES

Serpentine Drive Belt, Replace
Vehicle: 1990 Nissan 240SX SE 2.4 L4 GAS

  • Loosen lock nut on power steering pump.
  • Loosen adjusting bolt on power steering pump.
  • Remove wa...

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COMPONENT LOCATION DIAGRAMS FOR 1990 Nissan 240SX AUTOMOBILES

Component location diagrams for most 1990 Nissan 240SX cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. from 1990+.

Automatic Seat Belt Component Locations Diagram for 1990 Nissan 240SX SE 2.4 L4 GASAutomatic Seat Belt Component Locations Diagram for 1990 Nissan 240SX SE 2.4 L4 GAS

Components on diagram:
  • Automatic Seat Belt Control Unit
  • Automatic Seat Belt
  • Automatic Seat Belt Front Limit Switch
  • Automatic Seat Belt Rear Limit Switch
  • Automatic Seat Belt Drive Motor
  • Air Conditioning Component Locations Diagram for 1990 Nissan 240SX SE 2.4 L4 GASAir Conditioning Component Locations Diagram for 1990 Nissan 240SX SE 2.4 L4 GAS

    Components on diagram:
  • Condenser Fan Motor
  • Blower Motor
  • Dual Pressure Switch
  • Thermo Switch
  • Resistor
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    WIRING DIAGRAMS FOR 1990 Nissan 240SX AUTOMOBILES

    OEM drawn wiring diagrams for most 1990 Nissan 240SX cars and light trucks sold in the U.S.

    1990 Nissan 240SX  2.4 L4 GAS Wiring Diagram1990 Nissan 240SX 2.4 L4 GAS Wiring Diagram

    Components on diagram:
  • RH Front Wheel Sensor
  • Rear Sensor
  • Solenoid Valve
  • Battery
  • Motor Relay
  • 1990 Nissan 240SX SE 2.4 L4 GAS Wiring Diagram1990 Nissan 240SX SE 2.4 L4 GAS Wiring Diagram

    Components on diagram:
  • Battery
  • Alternator
  • Charge
  • Bulb Check Relay
  • Ignition SW
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    TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETINS FOR 1990 Nissan 240SX AUTOMOBILES

    OEM TSB listings for most 1990 Nissan 240SX cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. from 1985+.

    Document: A/C SYSTEM O-RING SEAL LEAKS
    Vehicle: 1990 Nissan 240SX 2.4 L4 GAS

    Auto Systems:
  • Heating, A/C, Ventilation, Defogger
  • Document: WINDSHIELD CRACKING
    Vehicle: 1990 Nissan 240SX 2.4 L4 GAS

    Auto Systems:
  • Glass, Doors, Hood, Decklid, Tailgate, Liftgate, Locks
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    COMPONENT/PARTS SPECIFICATIONS FOR 1990 Nissan 240SX AUTOMOBILES

    BRAKE SPECIFICATIONS: Brake drum, rotor, caliper, and related specifications for most 1990 Nissan 240SX cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. and Canada from 1970+.

    • Brake caliper mounting bolt torque
    • Brake drum runout, machining, & discard specs
    • Minimum brake lining thickness.
    • Brake rotor runout, parallelism, machining, discard, & finish specs

    A/C SYSTEM SPECIFICATIONS: Air conditioning refrigerant capacity and type as well as lubricant capacity for most 1990 Nissan 240SX cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. and Canada from 1980+.

    • Refrigerant capacity & type, compressor oil viscosity, total system oil capacity & compressor clutch gap

    COOLING SYSTEM BLEED: Cooling system bleeder valve identification, bleeder type and bleed procedures for most domestic and imported cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. and Canada from 1986+.

    PREVENTIVE MAINTENANCE: Preventive maintenance recommendations and required services for most domestic and imported cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. and Canada from 1980+. Includes severe and routine service schedules

    QUICK-LUBE and ILLUSTRATIONS: Fluid recommendations, capacities, drain plug torques, tire data, and severe service recommended preventive maintenance schedules. Information covers most 1990 Nissan 240SX cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. and Canada from 1980+. Engine and chassis service images.

    • Automatic transmission/transaxles capacities, lubricant recommendations
    • Differential/final drive capacities, lube recommendations, grades, & viscosities
    • Final drive fill & drain plug torques
    • Number of lubrication fittings & plugs
    • Power steering, brake, & clutch fluid recommendations
    • Manual transmission/transaxle capacities, lube recommendations, grades, & viscosities
    • Number of lubrication fittings & plugs
    • Power steering, brake, & clutch fluid recommendations
    • Engine oil capacities, API grade recommendations, SAE viscosity recommendations, drain plug torque
    • Severe service maintenance & interval recommendations
    • Tire sizes, wheel nut/bolt torque, pressures & rim sizes
    • Transfer case capacities, lube recommendations, grades, & viscosities

    TUNE-UP & DRIVEABILITY SPECIFICATIONS: Most tune-up specifications for most 1990 Nissan 240SX cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. and Canada from 1980+

    • Airflow sensor electrical specifications
    • Tensioning specifications for systems with automatic tensioners
    • Barometric pressure sensor specs
    • Battery group number and cranking performance
    • Crankshaft & camshaft position sensor resistance
    • Engine compression pressures
    • Coolant temperature sensor specs
    • Computer advance.
    • Diesel fuel temperature sensor resistance.
    • Distributor advance specifications
    • Ignition pickup coil resistance
    • Exhaust gas recirculation temperature sensor resistance
    • Engine fastener torque values
    • Firing order diagrams
    • Fuel system pressures
    • Generator (alternator) specs
    • Intake air temperature sensor specs
    • Ignition coil specifications
    • Fuel injector resistance
    • Engine idle speeds
    • Knock sensor resistance
    • Manifold absolute pressure sensor specs
    • Mixture control solenoid resistance
    • Voltage regulator specs
    • Spark plug applications & gaps
    • Starter motor electrical specs.
    • Tensioning specifications for systems without automatic tensioners
    • Throttle body temperature sensor resistance
    • Ignition timing in degrees at rpm
    • Transmission oil temperature sensor resistance
    • Throttle position sensor specs
    • Vacuum sensor valve specs

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