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5. Remove the drain plug with a wrench and
completely drain the oil.
If the oil filter is to be changed, remove
and replace it at this time. See ``Chang-
ing engine oil filter'' later in this section.
WARNING
cProlonged and repeated contact with
used engine oil may cause skin can-
cer.
cTry to avoid direct skin contact with
used oil. If skin contact is made,
wash thoroughly with soap or hand
cleaner as soon as possible.
cKeep used engine oil out of reach of
children.
CAUTION
Be careful not to burn yourself. The
engine oil is hot.
cWaste oil must be disposed of prop-
erly.
cCheck your local regulations.
6. Clean and reinstall the drain plug and a
new washer. Securely tighten the drain
plug with a wrench. Do not use excessive
force.
Drain plug tightening torque:
22 to 29 ft-lb (29 to 39 Nzm)7. Refill engine with a recommended oil
through the oil filler opening then install
the oil filler cap securely.
See ``Capacities and recommended
fuel/lubricants'' in the ``Technical and
consumer information'' section for drain
and refill capacity.
The drain and refill capacity depends on
the oil temperature and drain time. Use
these specifications for reference only.
Always use the dipstick to determine
when the proper amount of oil is in the
engine.
8. Start the engine. Check for leakage
around the drain plug and oil filter. Cor-
rect as required.
9. Turn the engine off and wait several
minutes. Check the oil level with the
dipstick. Add engine oil if necessary.ADI1064
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10 Technical and consumer information
Capacities and recommended fuel/lubricants ......10-2
Fuel recommendation ......................................10-4
Engine oil and oil filter recommendation .........10-6
Recommended SAE viscosity number ............10-7
Air conditioner system refrigerant and
lubricant recommendations .............................10-8
Specifications .......................................................10-9
Engine .............................................................10-9
Wheels and tires............................................10-10
Dimensions and weights ...............................10-11
When traveling or registering your vehicle in
another country ..................................................10-12
Vehicle identification ..........................................10-12
Vehicle identification number (VIN)
plate ...............................................................10-12
Vehicle identification number
(chassis number) ...........................................10-12
Engine serial number ....................................10-13
F.M.V.S.S. certification label .........................10-13
Emission control information label ................10-14
Tire placard....................................................10-14Air conditioner specification label ..................10-14
Installing front license plate................................10-15
Vehicle loading information ................................10-15
Terms.............................................................10-15
Determining vehicle load capacity.................10-16
Securing the load ..........................................10-16
Loading tips ...................................................10-17
Truck-camper loading information......................10-17
Payload weight ratings ..................................10-19
Measurement of weights ...............................10-22
Towing a trailer...................................................10-22
Maximum load limits ......................................10-22
Towing load/specification chart .....................10-24
Towing safety ................................................10-25
Uniform tire quality grading ................................10-27
Emission control system warranty .....................10-28
Reporting safety defects (US only) ....................10-28
Readiness for inspection/maintenance (I/M)
test (US only) .....................................................10-29
In the event of a collision ..............................10-31
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The following are approximate capacities. The actual refill capacities may be a little different. When refilling, follow the procedure
described in the ``Do-it-yourself'' section to determine the proper refill capacity.
Capacity (Approximate)
Recommended Fluids & Lubricants
US
measureImp
measureLiter
Fuel
KA24DE (4 cylinder) 15-7/8 gal 13-1/4 gal 60.2
Unleaded gasoline with an octane rating of at least 87
AKI (RON 91)*1
VG33E (6 cylinder) 19-3/8 gal 16-1/8 gal 73.4
VG33ER (6 cylinder
with supercharger)19-3/8 gal 16-1/8 gal 73.4Unleaded gasoline with an octane rating of at least 91
AKI (RON 96)*1
Engine oil
Drain and Refill
KA24DE
With oil filter 3-3/4 qt 3-1/8 qt 3.5cAPI Certification Mark *2
Without oil filter 3-1/2 qt 2-7/8 qt 3.3cAPI grade SG/SH, Energy ConservingI&II
or API grade SJ, Energy Conserving *2
VG33E/VG33ER With oil filter 3-1/2 qt 2-7/8 qt 3.3cILSAC grade GF-I & GF-II*2
Without oil filter 3-1/8 qt 2-5/8 qt 3.0
Cooling system (with heater and reservoir tank)
KA24DE M/T 7-3/4 qt 6-3/8 qt 7.3
A/T 7-1/2 qt 6-1/4 qt 7.150% Genuine NISSAN Anti-freeze coolant or equiva-
lent
VG33E/VG33ER
A/T & M/T11-5/8 qt 9-5/8 qt 10.95 50% Demineralized or distilled water
*1: For further details, see ``Fuel recommendation''.
*2: For further details, see ``Recommended SAE engine oil viscosity''.
CAPACITIES AND
RECOMMENDED FUEL/
LUBRICANTS
10-2Technical and consumer information
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