Nissan Van Service & Repair Manual 1987–1988

Service and repair manuals for 2 model years of the Nissan Van, 1987 to 1988. Each manual is matched to one exact year — the specifications and procedure sequences are the ones Nissan published for that year's engine and trim, not values carried across the whole production run.

Engines across the range: 2.4L I4 — 146 cu in, SOHC.

Federal safety record, all years: 6 recalls, 14 owner complaints and 0 technical service bulletins are logged for the Van. Refreshed 2026-08-21.

01 / Model yearsChoose your Van year

YearPriceRecallsEnginesTrims
1988 $29.995 2.4L I4 XE Standard Passenger Van 3-Door · E Standard Cargo Van 3-Door · GXE Standard Passenger Van 3-Door details →
1987 $29.991 2.4L I4 XE Standard Passenger Van 3-Door · E Standard Cargo Van 3-Door · GXE Standard Passenger Van 3-Door details →

02 / InsideSample pages

From the 1988 Van manual.

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03 / ContentsWhat the manual covers

  • Quick Lookups 66
  • Engine Performance 385
  • Accessories & Equipment 104
  • General Information 1,356
  • Heating, Ventilation & A/C (HVAC) 84
  • Brakes 39
  • Maintenance 33
  • Drivelines & Axles 14
  • Electrical 115
  • Suspension 35
  • Engine Mechanical 111
  • Transmission 85

04 / OwnershipOwn it — don't rent it

OptionWhat you payAfter a year
eManualStore Van manual$29.99 onceStill yours
Per-vehicle online subscriptionfrom $29 / year, renewingPay again or lose access
Library membership services$33 / month, capped$396 spent, nothing kept
Professional shop databases$499–$2,388 / yearRenew or lose access

Competitor figures as published on their sites, August 2026.

FAQQuestions about the Van manual

Which Van years does this manual cover?

Every year from 1987 to 1988 — 2 separate manuals, one per model year. Pick your year in the selector; the manual you receive is matched to that exact year, engine and trim.

Is this the OEM Nissan Van manual or an aftermarket guide?

The OEM version. It carries the procedures, specifications, torque values and wiring diagrams Nissan published for the Van, organized by system — not a condensed aftermarket summary.

Does it include Van wiring diagrams?

Yes. Full wiring diagrams are part of every Van manual, alongside repair procedures, specifications and diagnostic information.

Does the manual cover Van recalls?

6 recalls are on federal record across the 1987–1988 Van, listed by year below. The manual carries the manufacturer's diagnostic and repair procedures behind the systems involved; the recall repairs themselves are performed free by Nissan dealers.

Why do some Van years cost more?

Every Van year is $29.99.

Is this a subscription?

No. One payment, and the manual is yours to keep — unlike per-vehicle subscriptions that renew every year.

How do I get the manual after purchase?

It is a digital manual — nothing ships. Access details arrive by email right after checkout, and you can use it on any device.

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