When to replace the Glow Plugs on your NISSAN INTERSTAR
Recommended replacement interval for the part category Glow plug : 30000 km
Important!
This replacement procedure can be used for:
NISSAN INTERSTAR Bus (X70) dCI 90, NISSAN INTERSTAR Bus (X70) dCi 115, NISSAN INTERSTAR Bus (X70) dCi 100, NISSAN INTERSTAR Bus (X70) dCi 120, NISSAN INTERSTAR Bus (X70) dCi 150, NISSAN INTERSTAR Bus (X70) dCi 100 View more

The steps may slightly vary depending on the car design.

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All the parts you need to replace – Glow Plugs for INTERSTAR Bus (X70) and other NISSAN models
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Tools
Replacement: glow plugs – NISSAN INTERSTAR Bus (X70). Tools you'll need:
WD-40 spray
Electronic spray
Ceramic grease
Torque wrench
7 mm socket
10 mm socket
10 mm glow plug socket
Ratchet wrench
Glow plug pliers
Fender cover
Replacement: glow plugs – NISSAN INTERSTAR Bus (X70). AUTODOC experts recommend:
  • The replacement procedure is identical for all glow plugs.
  • All the work should be carried out with the ignition switched off.
Replacement: glow plugs – NISSAN INTERSTAR Bus (X70). Use the following procedure:
  1. 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
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    Loosen the clamp that connects the air intake hose to the mass air flow sensor. Use a 7 mm socket. Use a ratchet wrench.
  2. Step 4
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    Detach the air intake hose from the MAF sensor.
    Replacement: glow plugs – NISSAN INTERSTAR Bus (X70). Professionals recommend:
    Protect the MAF sensor and other air intake system components from contaminants getting in.
  3. Step 5
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    Remove the air filter housing together with the air intake hose.
  4. Step 6
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    Unscrew the coolant expansion tank fastener. Use a 10 mm socket. Use a ratchet wrench.
  5. Step 7
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    Remove the fastening bolt.
  6. Step 8
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    Remove the coolant expansion tank.
  7. Step 9
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    Detach the glow plug connectors.
  8. Step 10
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    Clean the glow plug wells. Use WD-40 spray.
  9. Step 11
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    Unscrew the glow plugs. Use a 10 mm glow plug socket. Use a torque wrench. Use a ratchet wrench.
    Replacement: glow plugs – NISSAN INTERSTAR Bus (X70). Tip from AUTODOC:
    Glow plugs can get stuck over time and break apart when removed.Before unscrewing the parts, use a torque wrench to loosen them to avoid exceeding the breakaway torque specified by the car manufacturer.If you have reached the breakaway torque but the glow plugs still will not loosen up, you need to seek professional help: a glow plug fragment left inside the well or damage to the thread of the mounting seat can result in costly engine repairs.
  10. Step 12
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    Remove the glow plugs. Use glow plug pliers.
  11. Step 13
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    Treat the new glow plugs. Use ceramic grease.
  12. Step 14
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    Install the new glow plugs into their mounting seats. Use glow plug pliers. Use a ratchet wrench.
  13. Step 15
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    Tighten the glow plugs. Use a 10 mm glow plug socket. Use a torque wrench. Tightening torque: 15 N·m.
    Replacement: glow plugs – NISSAN INTERSTAR Bus (X70). AUTODOC recommends:
    Don't use excessive force when tightening the glow plugs. Overtightening can damage the threaded connection. 
  14. Step 16
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    Treat the glow plug connectors. Use an electronic spray.
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