1997 NISSAN MAXIMA Owners Manual

RECOMMENDED SAE VISCOSITY
NUMBER
ISAE 5W-30 viscosity oil is preferred for
all ambient temperatures. SAE 10W-30
viscosity oil may be used if the ambient
temperature is above 0ÉF (þ18ÉC).I80W-90 is preferable for ambient tem-
peratures below 104ÉF (40ÉC).
AIR CONDITIONING SYSTEM
REFRIGERANT AND LUBRICANT
RECOMMENDATIONS
The air conditioning system in this NISSAN
vehicle must be charged with the refriger-
ant HFC-134a (R-134a) and the lubricant,
Nissan A/C System Oil Type S or the exact
equivalents.
Use of any other refrigerant or lubricant
will cause severe damage and you will
need to replace your vehicle's entire air
conditioning system.
The refrigerant HFC-134a (R-134a) in your
NISSAN vehicle will not harm the earth's
ozone layer. Although this refrigerant does not
affect the earth's atmosphere, certain govern-
mental regulations require the recovery and
recycling of any refrigerant during automotive
air conditioning system service. Your NISSAN
dealer has the trained technicians and equip-
ment needed to recover and recycle your air
conditioning system refrigerant.
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Contact your NISSAN dealer when servicing
your air conditioning system.
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Model VQ30DE
Type Gasoline, 4-cycle
Cylinder arrangement 6-cylinder, V-slanted at 60É
Bore x Stroke in (mm) 3.66 x 2.886 (93.0 x 73.3)
Displacement cu in (cm
3) 182.33 (2,988)
Firing order 1-2-3-4-5-6*
Idle speed rpm
See the ªEmission Control Labelº
on the underside of the hood. Ignition timing (B.T.D.C.) degree/rpm
CO percentage at idle speed [No air] %
Spark plugStandard PFR5G-11
Service option PFR4G-11, PFR6G-11
Spark plug gap in (mm) Ð
Camshaft operation Timing chain
Alternator belt size
Width x Length in (mm) 0.8409 x 43.11 (21.36 x 1,095)
The spark ignition system of this vehicle
meets all requirements of the Canadian
Interference-Causing Equipment Regula-
tions.
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ENGINE
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Road wheelSteel 15 x 6JJ
Offset in (mm) 1.57 (40)
Aluminum15 x 6.5JJ
16 x 6.5JJ
Offset in (mm) 1.77 (45)
Tire sizeConventionalP205/65R15 92S
P205/65R15 92H
P215/55R16 91H
SpareConventional*1
T125/70D16*2
T125/90D16*2, *3
*1: For CANADA
*2: For U.S.A.
*3: For models with Viscous LSD
Sedan
Overall length in (mm) 189.4 (4,810)
Overall width in (mm) 69.7 (1,770)
Overall height in (mm) 55.7 (1,415)
Front tread in (mm)60.2 (1,530)*1
59.8 (1,520)*2
Rear tread in (mm)59.4 (1,510)*1
59.1 (1,500)*2
Wheelbase in (mm) 106.3 (2,700)
Gross vehicle weight rating lb (kg)
See the ªF.M.V.S.S. certifica-
tion labelº on the driver's
side lock pillar. Gross axle weight rating
Front lb (kg)
Rear lb (kg)
*1: For models with steel wheels
*2: For models with aluminum wheels
WHEELS AND TIRES DIMENSIONS AND WEIGHTS
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When planning to travel in another country,
you should first find out if the fuel available is
suitable for your vehicle's engine.
Using fuel with too low an octane rating may
cause engine damage. All gasoline vehicles
must be operated with unleaded engine gaso-
line. Therefore, avoid taking your vehicle to
areas where appropriate fuel is not available.
When transferring the registration of your
vehicle to another country, state, province
or district,it may be necessary to modify the
vehicle to meet local laws and regulations.
The laws and regulations for motor vehicle
emission control and safety standards vary
according to the country, state, province or
district; therefore, vehicle specifications may
differ.
When any vehicle is to be taken into an-
other country, state, province or district
and registered, its modifications, transpor-
tation, and registration are the responsibil-
ity of the user. NISSAN is not responsible
for any inconvenience that may result.
VEHICLE IDENTIFICATION
NUMBER PLATE
The vehicle identification number plate is at-
tached as shown. This number is the identifi-
cation for your vehicle and is used in the
vehicle registration.
VEHICLE IDENTIFICATION
NUMBER (Chassis number)
The number is stamped as shown.
STI0038STI0040
WHEN TRAVELING OR
REGISTERING YOUR VEHICLE IN
ANOTHER COUNTRYVEHICLE IDENTIFICATION
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ENGINE SERIAL NUMBER
The number is stamped on the engine as
shown.
F.M.V.S.S. CERTIFICATION LABEL
The F.M.V.S.S. certification label is affixed as
shown.
EMISSION CONTROL
INFORMATION LABEL
The emission control information label is at-
tached as shown.
STI0047STI0041STI0042
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TIRE PLACARD
The cold tire pressure is shown on the tire
placard affixed to the center console lid.
AIR CONDITIONER
SPECIFICATION LABEL
The air conditioner specification label is affixed
inside of the hood as shown.
Use the following steps to mount the license
plate:
1. Mount the license plate bracket with 0.24 in
(6 mm) diameter by 0.55 in (14 mm) long
tapping screws.
STI0043STI0044
STI0104
INSTALLING LICENSE PLATE
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2. Mount the license plate with the 0.24 in (6
mm) bolts. The bolts used to fasten the
license plate to the bracket are not included
in the bracket assembly.
IIt is extremely dangerous to ride in a
cargo area inside of a vehicle. In a
collision, people riding in these areas
are more likely to be seriously injured
or killed
IDo not allow people to ride in any
area of your vehicle that is not
equipped with seats and seat belts.
IBe sure everyone in your vehicle is in
a seat and using a seat belt properly.
Terms
It is important to familiarize yourself with the
following terms before loading your vehicle:
ICurb Weight (actual weight of your vehicle)
- vehicle weight including: standard and
optional equipment, fluids, emergency
tools, and spare tire assembly. This weight
does notinclude passengers and cargo.
IGVW (Gross Vehicle Weight) - curb weight
plus the combined weight of passengers
and cargo.
IGVWR (Gross Vehicle Weight Rating) -maximum total weight (load) limit specified
for the vehicle.
IGAWR (Gross Axle Weight Rating) - maxi-
mum weight (load) limit specified for the
front or rear axle.
Determining vehicle load capacity
The load capacity of this vehicle is determined
by weight, not by available cargo space. For
example, a luggage rack, bike carrier, cartop
carrier or similar equipment does not increase
load carrying capacity of your vehicle.
To determine vehicle load capacity:
Vehicle weight can be determined by using a
commercial-grade scale, found at places such
as a truck stop, gravel quarry, grain elevator,
or a scrap metal recycling facility.
1) Determine the curb weight of your vehicle.
2) Compare the curb weight amount to the
GVWR specified for your vehicle to deter-
mine how much more weight your vehicle
can carry.
3) After loading (cargo and passengers), re-
weigh your vehicle to determine if either
GVWR or GAWR for your vehicle is ex-
ceeded. If GVWR is exceeded, remove
cargo as necessary. If either the front or
rear GAWR is exceeded, shift the load or
VEHICLE LOADING
INFORMATION
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