NJMA0004
General maintenance includes those items which should be checked during the normal day-to-day operation
of the vehicle. They are essential if the vehicle is to continue operating properly. The owners can perform the
checks and inspections themselves or they can have their NISSAN dealers do them for a nominal charge.
OUTSIDE THE VEHICLE
The maintenance items listed here should be performed from time to time, unless otherwise specified.
Item Reference page
TiresCheck the pressure with a gauge periodically when at a service station,
including the spare, and adjust to the specified pressure if necessary. Check
carefully for damage, cuts or excessive wear.Ð
Windshield wiper
bladesCheck for cracks or wear if not functioning correctly. Ð
Doors and engine
hoodCheck that all doors, the engine hood, the trunk lid and back door operate
properly. Also ensure that all latches lock securely. Lubricate if necessary.
Make sure that the secondary latch keeps the hood from opening when the
primary latch is released.
When driving in areas using road salt or other corrosive materials, check for
lubrication frequently.BT-7
BT-16
Tire rotationTires should be rotated every 10,000 km (6,000 miles). SU-7
INSIDE THE VEHICLE
The maintenance items listed here should be checked on a regular basis, such as when performing periodic maintenance, cleaning the
vehicle, etc.
Item Reference page
LampsMake sure that the headlamps, stop lamps, tail lamps, turn signal lamps,
and other lamps are all operating properly and installed securely. Also check
headlamp aim.Ð
Warning lamps and
chimesMake sure that all warning lamps and buzzers/chimes are operating prop-
erly.Ð
Steering wheelCheck that it has the specified play.
Check for changes in the steering conditions, such as excessive free play,
hard steering or strange noises.
Free play: Less than 35 mm (1.38 in)Ð
Seat beltsCheck that all parts of the seat belt system (e.g. buckles, anchors, adjusters
and retractors) operate properly and smoothly, and are installed securely.
Check the belt webbing for cuts, fraying, wear or damage.RS-4
UNDER THE HOOD AND VEHICLE
The maintenance items listed here should be checked periodically e.g. each time you check the engine oil or refuel.
Item Reference page
Windshield washer
fluidCheck that there is adequate fluid in the tank. Ð
Engine coolant levelCheck the coolant level when the engine is cold. LC-18, LC-43
Engine oil levelCheck the level after parking the vehicle (on level ground) and turning off
the engine.LC-8, LC-30
Brake and clutch
fluid levelsMake sure that the brake and clutch fluid levels are between the ªMAXº and
ªMINº lines on the reservoir.BR-7
BatteryCheck the fluid level in each cell. It should be between the ªMAXº and ªMINº
lines.Ð
GENERAL MAINTENANCE
MA-3
SEL543TA
Removal and InstallationNJEL0060WIPER ARMSNJEL0060S011. Prior to wiper arm installation, turn on wiper switch to operate
wiper motor and then turn it ªOFFº (Auto Stop).
2. Lift the blade up and then set it down onto glass surface to set
the blade center to clearance ªL
1º&ªL2º immediately before
tightening nut.
3. Eject washer fluid. Turn on wiper switch to operate wiper motor
and then turn it ªOFFº.
4. Ensure that wiper blades stop within clearance ªL
1º&ªL2º.
Clearance ªL
1º: 23 - 37 mm (0.91 - 1.46 in)
Clearance ªL
2º: 24 - 38 mm (0.94 - 1.50 in)
+Tighten wiper arm nuts to specified torque.
Front wiper: 21 - 26 N´m (2.1 - 2.7 kg-m, 16 - 19 ft-lb)
SEL024J
+Before reinstalling wiper arm, clean up the pivot area as
illustrated. This will reduce possibility of wiper arm loose-
ness.
WIPER LINKAGENJEL0060S02
NEL801
FRONT WIPER AND WASHER
Removal and Installation
EL-127
SEL451XA
Removal and InstallationNJEL0301WIPER ARMSNJEL0301S011. Prior to wiper arm installation, turn on wiper switch to operate
wiper motor and then turn it ªOFFº (Auto Stop).
2. Lift the blade up and then set it down onto glass surface. Set
the black center to clearance ªEº immediately before tighten-
ing the nut.
3. Eject washer fluid. Turn on wiper switch to operate wiper motor
and then turn it ªOFFº.
4. Ensure that wiper blades stop on the lowest heat wire.
+Tighten windshield wiper arm nuts to specified torque.
: 13 - 18 N´m (1.3 - 1.8 kg-m, 10 - 13 ft-lb)
SEL024J
+Before reinstalling wiper arm, clean up the pivot area as
illustrated. This will reduce possibility of wiper arm loose-
ness.
GEL270
Washer Nozzle AdjustmentNJEL0302+Adjust washer nozzle with suitable tool as shown in the figure
at left.
Adjustable range:±15É (In any direction)
SEL452XA
The diameter of the washer spit circle is less than 30 mm (1.18 in).
REAR WIPER AND WASHER
Removal and Installation
EL-131
