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Checking Reservoir Cap

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2005 Nissan Xterra. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
  1. Check reservoir cap relief pressure using Tool.

    Tool number: EG17650301 (J-33984-A) 

    Standard: 78 - 98 kPa (0.8 - 1.0 kg/cm2, 11 - 14 psi) 

    Limit:59 kPa (0.6 kg/cm2, 9 psi) 

    • When connecting the reservoir cap to the tester, apply water or coolant to the cap seal surface.
    • Replace the reservoir cap if there is an abnormality in the negative-pressure valve, or if the open-valve pressure is outside of the standard values.
      Fig 1: Checking Reservoir Cap Relief Pressure
      G03606593Courtesy of NISSAN MOTOR CO., U.S.A.