Important!

This replacement procedure can be used for:
NISSAN INTERSTAR Platform/Chassis 3.0 dCi, NISSAN INTERSTAR Platform/Chassis dCi, NISSAN INTERSTAR Platform/Chassis dCi, NISSAN INTERSTAR Platform/Chassis dCi, NISSAN INTERSTAR Platform/Chassis 2.5 dCi … View more

The steps may slightly vary depending on the car design.

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Coolant expansion tank

Replacement: coolant expansion tank – NISSAN INTERSTAR Platform/Chassis. Tools you might need:

                      Electronic spray
                    
                      Wire brush
                    
                      Nylon brush
                    
                      All-purpose cleaning spray
                    
                      Paper towels
                    
                      Torque wrench
                    
                      13 mm combination spanner
                    
                      7 mm socket
                    
                      10 mm socket
                    
                      12 mm socket
                    
                      13 mm socket
                    
                      T20 Torx bit
                    
                      T30 Torx bit
                    
                      T40 Torx bit
                    
                      Ratchet wrench or power tool for removal/installation of threaded fasteners
                    
                      Ratchet screwdriver
                    
                      Combination pliers
                    
                      Slotted screwdriver
                    
                      Hose clamp pliers
                    
                      Hose removal pliers
                    
                      Funnel
                    
                      Fluid drain pan
                    
                      Cable ties

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Replacement: coolant expansion tank – NISSAN INTERSTAR Platform/Chassis. AUTODOC recommends:

Follow the recommendations and requirements for part operation provided by the manufacturer.
All the work should be carried out with the engine cooled down and ignition switched off.

Replacement: coolant expansion tank – NISSAN INTERSTAR Platform/Chassis. Take the following steps:

Step 1

Open the bonnet.

Step 2

Use a fender protection cover to avoid damaging the paintwork and plastic parts of the car.

Step 3

Lift the vehicle using a vehicle lift or place it over an inspection pit.

Step 4

Prepare a fluid drain pan.
Step 5

Clean the area where the hose is connected to the oil cooler. Use a nylon brush. Use an all-purpose cleaning spray.
Step 6

Disconnect the hose from the oil cooler after releasing the hose clamp. Use combination pliers.
Step 7

Unscrew the coolant expansion tank cap.

Replacement: coolant expansion tank – NISSAN INTERSTAR Platform/Chassis. Tip from AUTODOC experts:
Wait until the coolant has completely flowed out of the hose.
Step 8

Clean the tip of the oil cooler where the hose attaches. Use an all-purpose cleaning spray.
Step 9

Connect the hose to the oil cooler. Use combination pliers.
Step 10

Lower the vehicle.

Step 11

Disconnect the hoses from the expansion tank. Use hose clamp pliers. Use hose removal pliers.

Caution!
Block the hoses to stop contaminants from getting in.Use paper towels.
Step 12

Unscrew the coolant expansion tank fastener. Use a 10 mm socket. Use a ratchet wrench.
Step 13

Remove the fastening bolt.
Step 14

Remove the coolant expansion tank, releasing it from its bracket.
Step 15

Install the new coolant expansion tank on its bracket until it clicks on.
Step 16

Install the fastening bolt.
Step 17

Tighten the expansion tank fastener. Use a 10 mm socket. Use a ratchet wrench.
Step 18

Clean the expansion tank hoses. Use an all-purpose cleaning spray. Remove the paper towels.
Step 19

Connect the hoses to the expansion tank. Use hose clamp pliers.
Step 20

Remove the coolant reservoir cap.
Step 21

Insert the funnel.
Step 22

Pour coolant into the reservoir.

Replacement: coolant expansion tank – NISSAN INTERSTAR Platform/Chassis. AUTODOC recommends:
Only use the coolant recommended by the manufacturer.
Step 23

Loosen the coolant bleed screw. Use a slotted screwdriver.

Important!
Wait until the air goes out of the system.
Step 24

Tighten the coolant bleed screw.
Step 25

Clean the screw and the area around it to remove any coolant. Use an all-purpose cleaning spray.
Step 26

Top up the coolant in the expansion tank.

Replacement: coolant expansion tank – NISSAN INTERSTAR Platform/Chassis. Tip:
The coolant level should be at the MAX mark on the reservoir.
Step 27

Put the coolant reservoir cap back on and tighten it.
Step 28

Run the engine for a few minutes. This should be done in order to remove residual air from the cooling system and to check that the components are operating correctly and there are no leaks.
Step 29

Shut off the engine and let it cool down.

Step 30

Top up the coolant to the MAX mark without exceeding it.

Step 31

Remove the fender cover.

Step 32

Close the bonnet.

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