1987 Nissan Sentra Service and Repair Manual

This 1987 Nissan Sentra factory service and repair manual is matched to this exact year and trim, so the specifications and procedures inside are the ones Nissan published for your Sentra rather than a generic substitute pulled from a later redesign.

Engines covered

• 1.7L inline-four — naturally aspirated, diesel
• 1.6L inline-four (97 cu in) — SOHC, naturally aspirated, gasoline

Body styles covered

• 2-door sedan
• 4-door wagon
• 2-door coupe
• 2-door hatchback
• 4-door sedan

Trims covered

• Base
• E
• GXE
• SE
• XE

Known issues on the 1987 Sentra. One recall is on federal record for this model year, covering the front seat belt buckle assembly: the red plastic release buttons marked "PRESS" can break, and if a piece falls into the buckle it can keep the buckle from latching properly, leaving an occupant without adequate crash protection. Owners have filed 50 complaints for the year. The factory diagnostic and repair procedures behind that buckle assembly, and every other system on the car, are here.

From a seat belt buckle inspection to a full trim-specific service interval, it keeps you on the OEM procedure and the correct specification for your specific 1987 Sentra.