The Nissan HR15DE is a 1.5 l (1,498 cc, 91.41 cu-in) straight-four four-stroke natural aspirated gasoline engine from Nissan HR-family. This is the same engine as the HR16DE, but it has a shorter piston stroke.
The Nissan HR15DE uses a lightweight aluminum block with the fully balanced five-bearings crankshaft and aluminum head with dual overhead camshafts (DOHC) and four valves per cylinder (16 valves in total). The engine is equipped with electronic throttle, multi-point fuel injection system, variable valve timing system (CVTC) on the intake camshaft and ignition system with individual ignition coil for each spark plug (NDIS, Nissan Direct Ignition System). After upgrading in 2006, the engine received two injectors per cylinder and higher maximum power and torque.
Cylinder bore and the piston stroke are 78.0 mm (3.07 in) and 78.4 mm (3.09 in), respectively. Compression ratio rating is 10.5:1 or 11.0:1 (depends on the year and car model).
The HR15DE engine produces from 99 PS (73 kW; 98 HP) at 6,000 rpm to 116 PS (85 kW; 114 HP) at 6,000 rpm of maximum horsepower and from 134 Nm (13.7 kg·m; 98.9 ft·lb) at 4,000 rpm to 156 Nm (15.9 kg·m; 115.1 ft·lb) at 3,600 rpm of maximum torque.
The breakdown of the engine code is as follows:
- HR – Engine Family
- 15 – 1.5 Liter Displacement
- D – DOHC (Dual Overhead Camshafts)
- E – Multi Point Fuel Injection
General information
| Engine Specifications | |
| Engine code | HR15DE |
| Layout | Four stroke, Inline-4 (Straight-4) |
| Fuel type | Gasoline (petrol) |
| Production | 2004- |
| Displacement | 1.5 L, 1,498 cm3 (91,41 cu in) |
| Fuel system | Multi-Point Fuel Injection |
| Power adder | None |
| Power output |
Single injector version: 109 PS (80 KW; 107 HP) at 6,000 rpm Two injectors version: 99 PS (73 KW; 98 HP) at 6,000 rpm 102 PS (75 KW; 101 HP) at 6,000 rpm 111.5 PS (82 KW; 110 HP) at 5,600 rpm 114 PS (84 KW; 113 HP) at 6,000 rpm 116 PS (85 KW; 114 HP) at 6,000 rpm |
| Torque output |
Single injector version: 148 Nm (15.1 kg·m; 109.22 ft·lb) at 4,400 rpm Two injectors version: 134 Nm (13.7 kg·m; 98.9 ft·lb) at 4,000 rpm 136 Nm (13.9 kg·m; 100.5 ft·lb) at 4,000 rpm 139 Nm (14.2 kg·m; 102.6 ft·lb) at 4,200 rpm 150 Nm (15.3 kg·m; 110.7 ft·lb) at 4,200 rpm 156 Nm (15.9 kg·m; 115.1 ft·lb) at 3,600 rpm |
| Firing order | 1-3-4-2 |
| Dimensions (L x W x H): | – |
| Weight | – |
Cylinder block
The HR15DE has an aluminum cylinder block with five bearing support system. Cylinders are fitted at an offset to minimize friction arising from the angle of the connecting rod as a piston descends into the cylinder. The resulting smoother reciprocating motion of the pistons contributes to high power output and high torque as well as fuel economy. Also, the engine structure is designed so that the piston remains in the upper part of the cylinder longer than in a conventional engine. This permits more efficient use of combustion energy and effectively improves thermal efficiency.
The engine has cracking-processed connecting rods. These integrally cast connecting rods to offer lighter weight than conventional connecting rods, which are constructed in two parts, separated at the eye where they join the crankshaft. The cracking processed conrod is manufactured in one piece, then the lower connecting rod eye is broken in two (the cracking process) and, finally, the two parts are rejoined after mounting. Mating of the uneven surfaces created by the cracking process results in a very precise joint. The engine has two compression and single oil control ring.
The crankshaft and camshaft journals are finished with a polishing tape to produce a mirror-like finish. The result is a thorough reduction in friction on these bearing surfaces of key engine components.
| Cylinder block (after 2006) | ||
| Cylinder block alloy | Aluminium | |
| Compression ratio: | 10.5:1 or 11.0:1 (Depends on vehicle model) | |
| Cylinder bore: | 78.0 mm (3.071 in) | |
| Piston stroke: | 78.4 mm (3.086 in) | |
| Number of piston rings (compression / oil): | 2 / 1 | |
| Number of main bearings: | 5 | |
| Cylinder inner diameter (standard): | 78.000-78.015 mm (3.0709-3.0715 in) | |
| Piston skirt diameter (standard): | 77.965-77.980 mm (3.0695-3.0701 in) | |
| Piston pin outer diameter: | 18.996-19.002 mm (0.7479-0.7481 in) | |
| Piston ring side clearance: | Top | 0.040-0.080 mm (0.0016-0.0031 in) |
| Second | 0.030-0.070 mm (0.0012-0.0028 in) | |
| Oil | 0.045-0.125 mm (0.0018-0.0049 in) | |
| Piston ring end gap: | Top | 0.20-0.30 mm (0.0079-0.0118 in) |
| Second | 0.35-0.50 mm (0.0138-0.0197 in) | |
| Oil | 0.20-0.60 mm (0.0079-0.0236 in) | |
| Crankshaft journal diameter: | 47.979-47.978 mm (1.8889-1.8889 in) | |
| Crankpin diameter: | 39.971-39.970 mm (1.5737-1.5736 in) | |
Cylinder head
The cylinder head is made of an aluminum alloy, each camshaft is supported by five bearings. The HR15DE has variable valve timing system (CVTC) on the intake side. This system enables variable valve timing in response to engine rpm and throttle opening. Enhanced control and reduced system friction improve response and optimize torque characteristics.
The engine has a plastic intake manifold with an integrated tumble control valve. The HR15DE motor is equipped with EGR (Exhaust Gas Recirculation) system.
| Cylinder head (after 2006) | ||
| Valve Arrangement: | DOHC, chain drive | |
| Cylinder head height: | 125.0 mm (4.92 in) | |
| Valves: | 16 (4 valves per cylinder) | |
| Valve timing: | INTAKE | 228° |
| EXHAUST | 208° | |
| Valve head diameter: | INTAKE | 31.0-31.3 mm (1.220-1.232 in) |
| EXHAUST | 25.3-25.6 mm (0.996-1.008 in) | |
| Valve length: | INTAKE | 101.65 mm (4.002 in) |
| EXHAUST | 102.46 mm (4.034 in) | |
| Valve stem diameter: | INTAKE | 4.965-4.980 mm (0.1955-0.1961 in) |
| EXHAUST | 4.955 – 4.970 mm (0.1951-0.1957 in) | |
| Valve spring free length: | 42.26 mm (1.6638 in) | |
| Outer camshaft journal diameter: | №1 | 27.935-27.955 mm (1.0998-1.1006 in) |
| №2, 3, 4, 5 | 24.950-24.970 mm (0.9823-0.9831 in) | |
Head tightening procedure and torque specs:
- Step 1: 40 Nm; 4.1 kg·m; 30 ft·lb
- Step 2: Turn all bolts 60°
- Step 3: Loosen all bolts completely
- Step 4: 40 Nm; 4.1 kg·m; 30 ft·lb
- Step 5: Turn all bolts 75°
- Step 6: Turn all bolts another 75°
Camshaft sprocket bolt
- 78.4 Nm; 8.0 kg·m; 58 ft-lb
Maintenance data
| Valve clearance (HOT) | |
| Intake valve | 0.304-0.416 mm (0.012-0.016 in) |
| Exhaust valve | 0.308-0.432 mm (0.012-0.017 in) |
| Compression pressure | |
| Standard | 15.5 kg/m2 (151 bar, 219 psi) / 200 rpm |
| Minimun | 12.9 kg/m2 (12.65 bar, 183 psi) / 200 rpm |
| Compression differential limit between cylinders | 0.06 kg/m2 (0.06 bar, 0.9 psi) / 200 rpm |
| Oil system | |
| Oil consumption , L/1000 km (qt. per miles) | up to 0.5 (1 qt. per 1200 miles) |
| Recommended engine oil | 0W-20, 5W-30 |
| Oil type API | – |
| Engine oil capacity (Refill capacity) |
With filter change 3.0 l (3.2 qt.) Without filter change 2.8 l (3.0 qt.) |
| Oil change interval, km (miles) | 5,000-10,000 (3,000-6,000) |
| Oil Pressure, kPa (bar, kg/cm 2, psi) |
Idle speed: More than 60 (0.6, 0.61, 9) 2,000 rpm: More than 270 (2.7, 2.8, 39) |
| Ignition system | |
| Spark plug | DENSO: FXE20HE-11 |
| Spark plug gap | 1.1 mm (0.043 in) |
Valve clearance adjustment data
Calculate the thickness of new adjusting valve lifter so valve clearance comes within specified values.
R = Thickness of removed valve lifter
N = Thickness of new valve lifter
M = Measured valve clearance
Intake:
N = R + [M – 0.30 mm (0.012 in)]
Exhaust:
N = R + [M – 0.33 mm (0.013 in)]
Valve lifters are available in 26 sizes range from 3.00 mm (0.1181 in) to 3.50 mm (0.1378 in), in steps of 0.02 mm (0.0008 in).
Example (intake valve):
R = 3.10 mm
M = 0.52 mm
N = 3.10 + (0.52 – 0.30) = 3.32 mm, so we need a valve lifter with identification mark 332.
| Cold | Hot | |
| Intake | 0.26-0.34 mm (0.010-0.013 in) | 0.304-0.416 mm (0.012-0.016 in) |
| Exhaust | 0.29-0.37 mm (0.011-0.015 in) | 0.308-0.432 mm (0.012-0.017 in) |
Vehicle applications
| Model | Years Produced |
| Nissan Tiida (C11) | 2004-2012 |
| Nissan Tiida Latio (C11) | 2004-2012 |
| Nissan Note | 2005-2012 |
| Nissan Cube / Nissan Cube Cubic (Z11, Z12) | 2005-2008 |
| Nissan March (K12) | 2005-2010 |
| Nissan March NISMO S (K13) | – |
| Nissan Wingroad (Y12) | 2005- |
| Nissan Bluebird Silfy (G11) | 2005-2012 |
| Nissan AD Van / AD Expert (Y12) | 2006- |
| Nissan Grand Livina | – |
| Nissan Juke | 2010 |
| Nissan Sunny (B17) | 2011- |
| Nissan Almera (B17) | 2011- |
| Renault SCARA | 2012- |
| Nissan Micra (Middle East) | – |
Author:
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Unleaded gasoline with an octane rating of at least 87 AKI (RON 91)
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According to the engine model, it is impossible to know its specs precisely, only by the vehicle model, and more precisely the decoding of the VIN can accurately determine your engine specifications.
The table specifies horsepower and torque specifications that may be in this engine and perhaps this is not all possible options.
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