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Nissan Motor H15 Generator Set

The Nissan Motor H15 is a generator set powered by a Nissan H15/H20-11/H25 engine. It holds about 3.8 L (1.0 gal) of oil.

3.8 L
Oil capacity
1
Document types

Service parts for the H15

Grouped by system, with how many of each the parts manual calls for.

Air intake

1 required
N150-024Air filtersee priceAmazon

Fuel system

1 required

Oil system

1 required

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Specifications

Oil capacity3.8 L

Engine

Nissan H15/H20-11/H25
Oil capacity3.8 L

Maintenance & consumables

for the Nissan H15/H20-11/H25
ItemSpecCapacityPart #Interval
Air filterAir cleaner elementN150-024 Amazon eBay
Fuel filterFuel strainer or filter elementN150-048 Amazon eBay
Oil filterOil filter or elementN150-036 Amazon eBay
OilChange engine oil and oil filter3.8 l—

Common questions

What engine is in the Nissan Motor H15?

The Nissan Motor H15 is powered by the Nissan H15/H20-11/H25 engine.

What is the oil capacity of the Nissan Motor H15?

The Nissan H15/H20-11/H25 engine in the Nissan Motor H15 has an oil capacity of 3.8 liters.

What oil filter does the Nissan Motor H15 use?

The Nissan Motor H15 uses oil filter part number N150-036.

Which fuel filter part number does the Nissan Motor H15 take?

The Nissan Motor H15 uses fuel filter part number N150-048.

Which air filter part number does the Nissan Motor H15 take?

The Nissan Motor H15 uses air filter part number N150-024.

Troubleshooting

139

Fault codes

CodeMeaningRemedy
SLOWSlowCharge battery.

Symptoms & remedies

SymptomCauseRemedy
Cannot crank / cranking is slowImproper grade oilReplace with proper grade oil.
Cannot crank / cranking is slowDischarged batteryCharge battery.
Cannot crank / cranking is slowFaulty batteryReplace.
Cannot crank / cranking is slowLoose fan beltAdjust.
Cannot crank / cranking is slowTrouble in charge systemInspect.
Cannot crank / cranking is slowWiring connection trouble in starting circuitCorrect.
Cannot crank / cranking is slowFaulty starter switchRepair or replace.
Cannot crank / cranking is slowFaulty starter motorRepair or replace.
Engine will crank normally but will not startIgnition system trouble
Engine will crank normally but will not startFuel system trouble
Engine will crank normally but will not startValve mechanism does not work properly
Engine will crank normally but will not startLow compression
Engine will crank normally but will not start (ignition system trouble)Very high currentInspect for shorted primary circuit.
Engine will crank normally but will not start (ignition system trouble)Faulty condenserReplace.
Engine will crank normally but will not start (ignition system trouble)Leak at rotor cap and rotorClean or replace.
Engine will crank normally but will not start (ignition system trouble)Faulty spark plugClean, adjust plug gap or replace.
Engine will crank normally but will not start (ignition system trouble)Improper ignition timingAdjust.
Engine will crank normally but will not start (ignition system trouble)Faulty ignition coilReplace.
Engine will crank normally but will not start (ignition system trouble)Disconnection of high tension cableRepair or replace.
Engine will crank normally but will not start (ignition system trouble)Loose connection or disconnection in primary circuitRepair or replace.
Engine will crank normally but will not start (fuel system trouble)Lack of fuelSupply.
Engine will crank normally but will not start (fuel system trouble)Dirty fuel strainerReplace.
Engine will crank normally but will not start (fuel system trouble)Dirty or clogged fuel pipeClean.
Engine will crank normally but will not start (fuel system trouble)Fuel pump will not work properlyRepair or replace.
Engine will crank normally but will not start (fuel system trouble)Carburetor choke will not work properlyCheck and adjust.
Engine will crank normally but will not start (fuel system trouble)Improper adjustment of float levelCorrect.
Engine will crank normally but will not start (fuel system trouble)Improper idlingAdjust.
Engine will crank normally but will not start (fuel system trouble)Dirty or clogged carburetorDisassemble and clean.
Engine will crank normally but will not start (fuel system trouble)Clogged breather pipe of fuel tankRepair and clean.
Engine will crank normally but will not start (low compression)Incorrect spark plug tightening or damaged gasketTighten to normal torque or replace gasket.
Engine will crank normally but will not start (low compression)Improper grade engine oil or low viscosityReplace with proper grade oil.
Engine will crank normally but will not start (low compression)Incorrect valve clearanceAdjust.
Engine will crank normally but will not start (low compression)Compression leak from valve seatRemove cylinder head and lap valves.
Engine will crank normally but will not start (low compression)Sticky valve stemCorrect or replace valve and cylinder head.
Engine will crank normally but will not start (low compression)Weak or defective valve springsReplace valve springs.
Engine will crank normally but will not start (low compression)Compression leak at cylinder head gasketReplace gasket.
Engine will crank normally but will not start (low compression)Sticking or worn piston ringReplace piston rings.
Engine will crank normally but will not start (low compression)Worn piston ring or cylinderOverhaul engine.
Improper engine idling (fuel system trouble)Clogged or damaged carburetor jetsClean or replace.
Improper engine idling (fuel system trouble)Incorrect idle adjustmentAdjust.
Improper engine idling (fuel system trouble)Clogged air cleanerReplace element.
Improper engine idling (fuel system trouble)Damaged manifold gaskets or carburetor insulatorReplace gasket or insulator.
Improper engine idling (fuel system trouble)Improper float level adjustmentAdjust.
Improper engine idling (low compression)Incorrect valve clearanceAdjust.
Improper engine idling (others)Extremely low revolutionAdjust.
Engine power not up to normal (ignition system trouble)Incorrect ignition timingAdjust.
Engine power not up to normal (ignition system trouble)Faulty spark plugsClean, adjust or replace plugs.
Engine power not up to normal (fuel system trouble)Malfunction of choke systemAdjust.
Engine power not up to normal (fuel system trouble)Clogged fuel pipeClean.
Engine power not up to normal (fuel system trouble)Dirty or clogged fuel strainerReplace.
Engine power not up to normal (fuel system trouble)Fuel pump will not work properlyRepair or replace.
Engine power not up to normal (fuel system trouble)Clogged carburetor jets and/or needle valveDisassemble and clean.
Engine power not up to normal (fuel system trouble)Throttle valve does not open fullyReadjust.
Engine power not up to normal (fuel system trouble)Fuel pump out of adjustmentReadjust.
Engine power not up to normal (air intake system trouble)Clogged air cleanerReplace element.
Engine power not up to normal (air intake system trouble)Air inhaling from manifold gasket or carburetor gasketReplace gasket.
Engine power not up to normal (overheating)Insufficient coolantReplenish.
Engine power not up to normal (overheating)Loose fan beltAdjust fan belt.
Engine power not up to normal (overheating)Worn or loose fan beltReplace.
Engine power not up to normal (overheating)Faulty thermostatReplace.
Engine power not up to normal (overheating)Faulty water pumpReplace.
Engine power not up to normal (overheating)Clogged or leaky radiatorFlush, repair or replace.
Engine power not up to normal (overheating)Faulty radiator filler capReplace.
Engine power not up to normal (overheating)Air in cooling systemRetighten each part of cooling system.
Engine power not up to normal (overheating)Improper engine oil gradeReplace with proper grade oil.
Engine power not up to normal (overheating)Incorrect ignition timingAdjust.
Engine power not up to normal (overheating)Faulty carburetor (lean mixture)Overhaul carburetor.
Engine power not up to normal (overcooling)Damaged thermostatReplace.
Engine power not up to normal (others)Improper octane fuelReplace with specified octane fuel.
Engine power not up to normal (others)Improper tire pressureInflate to specified pressure.
Engine power not up to normal (others)Dragging brakeAdjust.
Engine power not up to normal (others)Clutch slippingAdjust.
Noisy engine (knocking)Overloaded engineUse right gear in driving.
Noisy engine (knocking)Carbon knockingDisassemble cylinder head and remove carbon.
Noisy engine (knocking)Timing knockingAdjust ignition timing.
Noisy engine (knocking)Fuel knockingUse specified octane fuel.
Noisy engine (knocking)Preignition (misusing of spark plug)Use specified spark plug.
Noisy engine (mechanical knocking) — Crankshaft bearing knocking: strong dull noise increases when engine is accelerated; to locate the place, cause a misfire on each cylinder; if the noise stops by the misfire, this cylinder generates the noiseWorn or damaged bearings, or unevenly worn crankshaftRenew bearings and adjust or change crankshaft; check lubrication system.
Noisy engine (mechanical knocking) — Connecting rod bearing knocking: a little higher-pitched noise than the crankshaft knocking, and also increases when engine is accelerated; cause a misfire on each cylinder and if the noise diminishes almost completely, this crankshaft bearing generates the noiseWorn or damaged bearings, or unevenly worn crankshaftSame as the case of crankshaft bearings.
Noisy engine (mechanical knocking) — Piston and cylinder noise: overlapping metallic noise which increases its magnitude with revolution of engine and which decreases as engine is warmed up; to locate the place, cause a misfire on each cylinderAbnormal wearing of cylinder and lower compression which in turn will cause a lower out-put power and excessive consumption of oilOverhaul engine.
Noisy engine (mechanical knocking) — Piston pin noise: heard at each highest and lowest dead end of piston; to locate the place, cause a misfire on each cylinderWear on piston pin, or piston pin holeRenew piston and piston pin assembly.
Noisy engine (mechanical knocking) — Water pump noiseWorn or damaged bearings, or uneven surface of sliding partsReplace water pump with a new one.
Noisy engine (others)An improper adjustment of valve clearanceAdjust.
Noisy engine (others)Noise of timing chainReplace chain and tensioner sprocket.
Noisy engine (others)An excessive end-play on crankshaft (noise heard when clutch is disengaged)Disassemble engine and renew main bearing.
Noisy engine (others)Wear on clutch pilot bushing (noise heard when clutch is disengaged)Renew bush and adjust drive shaft.
Abnormal combustion (back fire, after fire, run-on etc.) — improper ignition timingImproper ignition timingAdjust ignition timing.
Abnormal combustion (back fire, after fire, run-on etc.) — improper ignition timingImproper heat range of spark plugsUse specified spark plugs.
Abnormal combustion (back fire, after fire, run-on etc.) — fuel system troubleDamaged carburetor or manifold gasket (back fire, after fire)Replace them with new parts.
Abnormal combustion (back fire, after fire, run-on etc.) — fuel system troubleFaulty carburetor jetDisassemble carburetor and check it.
Abnormal combustion (back fire, after fire, run-on etc.) — fuel system troubleImproper function of the floatAdjust the level, and check needle valve.
Abnormal combustion (back fire, after fire, run-on etc.) — fuel system troubleUneven idling (run on)Adjust.
Abnormal combustion (back fire, after fire, run-on etc.) — defective cylinder head, etc.Improperly adjusted valve clearanceAdjust.
Abnormal combustion (back fire, after fire, run-on etc.) — defective cylinder head, etc.Excess carbon in combustion chamberRemove head and get rid of carbon.
Abnormal combustion (back fire, after fire, run-on etc.) — defective cylinder head, etc.Damaged valve spring (back fire, after fire)Replace it with a new one.
Excessive oil consumption (oil leakage)Loose oil drain plugTighten it.
Excessive oil consumption (oil leakage)Loose or damaged oil pan gasketRenew gasket or tighten it.
Excessive oil consumption (oil leakage)Loose or damaged chain cover gasketRenew gasket or tighten it.
Excessive oil consumption (oil leakage)Damaged oil seal in front and rear of crankshaftRenew oil seal.
Excessive oil consumption (oil leakage)Loose or damaged locker cover gasketRenew gasket or tighten it (but not too much).
Excessive oil consumption (oil leakage)Improper tightening of oil filterRenew gasket and tighten it with the proper torque.
Excessive oil consumption (oil leakage)Loose or damaged oil pressure switchRenew oil pressure switch or tighten it.
Excessive oil consumption (excessive oil consumption)Cylinder and piston wearOverhaul cylinder and renew piston.
Excessive oil consumption (excessive oil consumption)Improper location of piston ring gap or reversely assembled piston ringRemount piston rings.
Excessive oil consumption (excessive oil consumption)Damage piston ringsRenew rings.
Excessive oil consumption (excessive oil consumption)Worn piston ring groove and ringRenew piston and piston ring.
Excessive oil consumption (excessive oil consumption)Fatigue of valve oil seal lipReplace seal lip with a new one.
Excessive oil consumption (excessive oil consumption)Worn valve stemRenew valve.
Excessive oil consumption (others)Inadequate quality of engine oilUse the designated oil.
Excessive oil consumption (others)Engine overheatPreviously mentioned.
Oil leakage (engine lubrication system)Damaged or cracked pump body coverReplace.
Oil leakage (engine lubrication system)Oil leakage from gasket and oil sealReplace.
Oil leakage (engine lubrication system)Oil leakage from regulator valveTighten or replace.
Oil leakage (engine lubrication system)Oil leakage from blind plugReplace.
Decreased oil pressureLack of oil in engine oil panCorrect.
Decreased oil pressureDirty oil strainerClean or replace.
Decreased oil pressureDamaged or worn pump rotorsReplace.
Decreased oil pressureMalfunctioning regulatorReplace.
Decreased oil pressureUse of poor quality engine oilReplace.
Warning light remains "on" engine runningDecreased oil pressurePreviously mentioned.
Warning light remains "on" engine runningOil pressure switch unserviceableReplace.
Warning light remains "on" engine runningElectrical faultCheck circuit.
Noise (engine lubrication system)Excessive backlash in pump rotorsReplace.
Water leakage (engine cooling system)Damaged radiator seamsRepair.
Water leakage (engine cooling system)Water leakage from water pump shaft sealReplace as pump assembly.
Water leakage (engine cooling system)Water leakage from water temperature gaugeTighten.
Water leakage (engine cooling system)Loose jointsTighten.
Water leakage (engine cooling system)Damaged cylinder head gasketReplace; check engine oil for contamination.
Water leakage (engine cooling system)Cracked cylinder blockReplace; check engine oil in crankcase for mixing with water by pulling oil level gauge.
Water leakage (engine cooling system)Cracked cylinder headReplace.
Water leakage (engine cooling system)Loose cylinder head boltsTighten.
Poor circulationRestriction in systemCheck hoses for crimps, and clear the system of rust and sludge by flushing radiator.
Poor circulationInsufficient coolantReplenish.
Poor circulationInoperative water pumpReplace.
Poor circulationLoose fan beltAdjust.
Poor circulationInoperative thermostatReplace.
CorrosionExcessive impurity in waterUse soft, clean water (rain water is satisfactory).
CorrosionInfrequent flushing and draining of system

Fault codes and symptom→remedy steps extracted from this model’s service/owner documentation; verify against the official manual before servicing.

Parts

41
Part #DescriptionQtySystem
AF4100FILTER, AF PKG - AF41001Air filter Amazon eBay $151.00
AF4124AirAir filter Amazon eBay $37.75
HF6178Hydraulic1Hydraulic filter Amazon eBay $120.00
KV10105500Special Tool for Installing Rear Oil Seal RetainerSeal Amazon
LF4017Lube, Spin-OnOil filter Amazon eBay $6.00
LF503HydraulicHydraulic filter Amazon eBay $12.46
M1098HydraulicHydraulic filter Amazon eBay $419.98
N150-024Air cleaner element1Air filter Amazon eBay
N150-036Oil filter or element1Oil filter Amazon eBay
N150-048Fuel strainer or filter element1Fuel filter Amazon eBay
ST15248000Front Oil Seal DriftSeal Amazon
22102-D1100CondenserService part / kit Amazon eBay
22145-89901Point SetService part / kit Amazon eBay $22.99
22157-05M02RotorService part / kit Amazon eBay $18.00
22157-23G15RotorService part / kit Amazon eBay $19.50 FridayParts $12.99
22162-05M02Distributor CapService part / kit Amazon eBay $17.50
22162-25G11Distributor CapService part / kit Amazon eBay $37.97
22162-78A10Distributor CapService part / kit Amazon eBay $15.96
37Z-02-CD901CondenserService part / kit Amazon eBay
37Z-02-CP901Point SetService part / kit Amazon eBay
37Z-02-DC901Distributor CapService part / kit Amazon eBay
37Z-02-HR901RotorService part / kit Amazon eBay
4942372CondenserService part / kit Amazon eBay
4942379Point SetService part / kit Amazon eBay
4942380RotorService part / kit Amazon eBay
4942382Distributor CapService part / kit Amazon eBay
4949023Distributor CapService part / kit Amazon eBay
4969894Distributor CapService part / kit Amazon eBay
D490743Distributor CapService part / kit Amazon eBay
D490744RotorService part / kit Amazon eBay
GG94310000toolService part / kit Amazon
KV10104110Crankshaft Main Bearing PullerService part / kit Amazon
KV101041S0Crankshaft Main Bearing Cap PullerService part / kit Amazon
ST05012000Engine StandService part / kit Amazon
ST0501S000Engine Stand AssemblyService part / kit Amazon
ST05240001Engine AttachmentService part / kit Amazon
ST0s011000Engine Stand BaseService part / kit Amazon
ST12070000Valve LifterService part / kit Amazon
ST13030001Piston Pin Press StandService part / kit Amazon
STi10210008.90 mm (0.3504 in) Valve Guide ReamerService part / kit Amazon
STi102S000Valve Guide Reamer SetService part / kit Amazon

Service, wear & replacement parts referenced for this model and its engine — confirm the exact part for your serial number. See the full parts catalog to search and cross-reference.

Available documents

Service manual — Nissan H15-H20-H25 Service Manual 1993 (Nissan Motor)

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