2001 NISSAN X-TRAIL engine oil

PERIODIC MAINTENANCE
MA-11
C
D
E
F
G
H
I
J
K
MA
B
MAENGINE AND EMISSION CONTROL MAINTENANCE (QR20DE AND QR25DE PETROL ENGINE)
(Annual Mileage >30,000 Km/year)
Abbreviations: I = Inspect and correct or replace as necessary,R = Replace,. ...........LHeated oxygen
sensor 1Petrol models InspectEvery 30,000 km
(18,000 miles) or 24
monthsEC-1320
.....F......Brake fluidPetrol models ReplaceEvery 15,000 km (9,000
miles) or 12 monthsMA-39Diesel models ReplaceEvery 20,000 km
(12,000 miles) or 12
monthsMA-39
..C
....H
....Differential gear
oilPetrol models ReplaceEvery 30,000 km
(18,000 miles) or 24
monthsMA-38
Diesel models ReplaceEvery 30,000 km
(18,000 miles) or 18
monthsMA-38
..C....H....Automatic tran-
saxle fluidPetrol models ReplaceEvery 30,000 km
(18,000 miles) or 24
monthsMA-37
......GH....Steering gear &
linkage, axle &
suspension
parts, propeller
shaft, front drive
shafts & exhaust
systemPetrol models InspectEvery 7,500 km (4,500
miles) or 6 monthsMA-
40,MA-41
,MA-37
,MA-41
,MA-35
Diesel models InspectEvery 10,000 km (6,000
miles) or 6 monthsMA-
40,MA-41
,MA-37
,MA-41
,MA-35
A.C...GHI...Brake pads,
rotors & other
brake compo-
nentsPetrol models InspectEvery 7,500 km (4,500
miles) or 6 monthsMA-
40,MA-39
,MA-40
Diesel models InspectEvery 10,000 km (6,000
miles) or 6 monthsMA-40,MA-39
,MA-40
A...........Ventilation air fil-
terPetrol models ReplaceEvery 15,000 km (9,000
miles) or 12 monthsAT C - 1 2 1Diesel models ReplaceEvery 10,000 km (6,000
miles) or 6 monthsAT C - 1 2 1
MAINTENANCE OPERATIONMAINTENANCE INTERVAL
Refer-
ence
page Perform on a kilometer basis, but on an annual
basis when driving less than 15,000 km (9.000
miles) per yearkm x
1,000
(Miles x
1,000)
Months15
(9)30
(18)45
(27)60
(36)75
(45)90
(54)105
(63)120
(72)
Engine compartment and under vehicle
Intake and exhaust valve clearanceSee
NOTE (1)EM-53
Drive beltsSee
NOTE (2)II IIIIIIMA-19
Engine oil (Use recommended oil.)R RRRRRRRMA-23
Engine oil filter (Use NISSAN genuine part or
equivalent)R RRRRRRRMA-23
Engine anti-freeze coolant (Use genuine NISSAN
Anti-Freeze Coolant (L2N) or equivalent.)See
NOTE (3)IRIMA-19

MA-12
PERIODIC MAINTENANCE
NOTE:
● Maintenance items with “ ” should be performed more frequently according to “Maintenance Under Severe Driving
Conditions”.
●(1)Periodic maintenance is not required. However, if valve noise increases, check valve clearance.
●(2) Replace the drive belts if found damaged or if the auto belt tensioner reading reaches the maximum limit.
●(3) First replace at 90,000 Km (54,000 miles), then every 60,000 km (36,000 miles). Perform "I" (Checking the mixture ratio
and correcting the mixture ratio if necessary) at the middle of replacement interval.
●(4) Fuel filter is maintenance-free. For service procedures, refer to FL section.
●(5) Perform only according to "Maintenance Under Severe Driving conditions" for models without Euro-OBD system. For
models with Euro-OBD system, periodic maintenance is not required.
CHASSIS AND BODY MAINTENANCE (QR20DE AND QR25DE PETROL ENGINE)
(Annual Mileage >30,000 Km/year)
Abbreviations: I = Inspect and correct or replace as necessary,R = Replace, L = Lubricate. Cooling system I I I IMA-21
Fuel linesIIMA-22
Air cleaner filterRRMA-22
Fuel filter (In-tank type)See
NOTE (4)FL-4
Spark plugs R R R RMA-24
EVAP vapor lines (With carbon canister) I IEC-111 2 o r
EC-
111 2
Heated oxygen sensor 1 See
NOTE (5)EC-1320
MAINTENANCE OPERATIONMAINTENANCE INTERVAL
Refer-
ence
page Perform on a kilometer basis, but on an annual
basis when driving less than 15,000 km (9.000
miles) per yearkm x
1,000
(Miles x
1,000)
Months15
(9)30
(18)45
(27)60
(36)75
(45)90
(54)105
(63)120
(72)
MAINTENANCE OPERATIONMAINTENANCE INTERVAL
Reference
page Perform either at number of kilometers
(miles) or months, whichever comes
first.km x 1,000
(Miles x 1,000)
Months15
(9)30
(18)45
(27)60
(36)75
(45)90
(54)105
(63)120
(72)
Underhood and under vehicle
Headlamp aiming I I I ILT- 6
Brake & clutch, systems and fluid (For
level & leaks)IIIIMA-35,MA-
39
Brake fluidRRMA-39
Brake booster vacuum hoses, connec-
tions & check valveIIBR-19
Power steering fluid & lines (For level
& leaks)IIIIMA-40
Manual transaxle gear oil (For level &
leaks)IIIIMA-35
Automatic transaxle fluid (For level &
leaks)IIIIMA-36
Transfer gear oil (For level & leaks) I I I IMA-37
Differential gear oil (For level & leaks
or replace)IRIRMA-38,MA-
38

PERIODIC MAINTENANCE
MA-13
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D
E
F
G
H
I
J
K
MA
B
MA
NOTE:
●(1) Inspect once per year.
● Maintenance items with “ ” should be performed more frequently according to “Maintenance Under Severe Driving
Conditions”.
ENGINE AND EMISSION CONTROL MAINTENANCE (YD22DDTI DIESEL ENGINE)
(Annual Mileage >30,000 Km/year)
Abbreviations: I = Inspect and correct or replace as necessary,R = Replace, D = Check filter and drain water
NOTE:
● Maintenance items with “ ” should be performed more frequently according to “Maintenance Under Severe Driving
Conditions”.
●(1) If valve noise increases, check valve clearance.
●(2) Never use CG-4 oil.
●(3) Oil filter element assembly and O-ring seal are replacement parts. Steering gear & linkage, axle & sus-
pension parts, propeller shaft, front
drive shafts & exhaust systemIIIIMA-40
,MA-
41 ,MA-37
,MA-41,
"Drive
Shaft"
Wheel alignment (If necessary, rotate
& balance wheels)IIIIFSU-6,MA-
38
Brake pads, rotors & other brake com-
ponentsIIIIMA-40,MA-
40 ,MA-39
Foot brake, parking brake & clutch (For
free play, stroke & operation)IIIIBR-6,PB-3 ,
CL-5
Ventilation air filterRRRRAT C - 1 2 1
Body corrosion See NOTE (1)MA-42
MAINTENANCE OPERATIONMAINTENANCE INTERVAL
Reference
page Perform either at number of kilometers
(miles) or months, whichever comes
first.km x 1,000
(Miles x 1,000)
Months15
(9)30
(18)45
(27)60
(36)75
(45)90
(54)105
(63)120
(72)
MAINTENANCE OPERATIONMAINTENANCE INTERVAL
Refer-
ence page Perform either at number of kilometers (miles) or
months, whichever comes first.km x 1,000
(Miles x
1,000)
Months20
(12)40
(24)60
(36)80
(48)100
(60)120
(72)
Engine compartment and under vehicle
Intake & exhaust valve clearanceSee NOTE
(1)EM-163
Drive belts I I I I I IMA-26
Engine oil (Use API CD, CE, CF, CF-4 oil.)See NOTE
(2)RRRRRRMA-32
Engine oil filter (Use Eco filter or equivalent)See NOTE
(3)RRRRRRMA-33
Engine anti-freeze coolant (Use genuine Nissan Anti-
freeze coolant (L2N) or equivalent)See NOTE
(4)IRMA-27
Cooling system I I I I I IMA-29
Fuel linesIIMA-30
Air cleaner filter RRMA-32
Fuel filterDDRDDRMA-31
Fuel injectorSee NOTE
(5)EM-144

MA-14
PERIODIC MAINTENANCE
●(4) First replace at 100,000 Km (60,000 miles), then every 60,000Km (36,000 miles). After first replacement, perform "I"
(checking the mixture ratio and correcting the mixture ratio if necessary) at the middle of replacement interval.
●(5) If engine power decreases, black exhaust smoke is emitted or engine noise increases, perform this maintenance item.
CHASSIS AND BODY MAINTENANCE (YD22DDTI DIESEL ENGINE)
(Annual Mileage >30,000 Km/year)
Abbreviations: I = Inspect and correct or replace as necessary,R = Replace, L = Lubricate.
NOTE:
●(1) Inspect once per year.
● Maintenance items with “ ” should be performed more frequently according to “Maintenance Under Severe Driving
Conditions”.
MAINTENANCE UNDER SEVERE DRIVING CONDITIONS
(Annual Mileage >30,000 Km/year)
The maintenance intervals shown on the preceding pages are for normal operating conditions. If the vehicle is
mainly operated under severe driving conditions as shown below, more frequent maintenance must be per-
formed on the following items as shown in the table.
Severe driving conditions
A — Driving in dusty conditions
B — Repeatedly driving short distances
C — Towing a trailer or caravan
D — Extensive idling
E — Driving in extremely adverse weather conditions or in areas where ambient temperatures are either
extremely low or extremely high
F — Driving in high humidity or mountainous areas
G — Driving in areas using salt or other corrosive materials
MAINTENANCE OPERATIONMAINTENANCE INTERVAL
Reference
page Perform either at number of kilometers
(miles) or months, whichever comes first.km x 1,000
(Miles x 1,000)
Months20
(12)40
(24)60
(36)80
(48)100
(60)120
(72)
Underhood and under vehicle
Headlamp aiming I I ILT- 6
Brake & clutch, systems and fluid (For level
& leaks)IIIIIIMA-39,MA-35
Brake fluidRRMA-39
Brake booster vacuum hoses, connections
& check valveIIBR-19
Power steering fluid & lines (For level &
leaks)IIIIIIMA-40
Manual transaxle gear oil (For level & leaks) I I IMA-35,
Transfer gear oil (For level & leaks) IIIIIIMA-37
Differential gear oil (For level & leaks or
replace)IIRIIRMA-38
Steering gear & linkage, axle & suspension
parts, propeller shaft, front drive shafts &
exhaust systemIIMA-40,MA-41
,MA-37 ,MA-
41 ,MA-35
Wheel alignment (If necessary, rotate & bal-
ance wheels)IIIFSU-6,MA-38
Brake pads, rotors & other brake compo-
nentsIIIIIIMA-40,MA-39
,MA-40
Foot brake, parking brake & clutch (For free
play, stroke & operation)IIIIIIBR-6,CL-5
Ventilation air filterRRRRRRAT C - 1 2 1
Body corrosion See NOTE (1)MA-42

PERIODIC MAINTENANCE
MA-15
C
D
E
F
G
H
I
J
K
MA
B
MA
H — Driving on rough and/or muddy roads or in the desert
I — Driving with frequent use of braking or in mountainous areas
J — Frequent off road use or driving in water
K —Sustained high speed driving
L — For models without Euro-OBD system
Maintenance operation: Check = Check and correct or replace as necessary.
Driving conditionMaintenance itemMainte-
nance
opera-
tionMaintenance intervalRefer-
ence
page
A
...........Air cleaner filterPetrol models ReplaceEvery 30,000 km
(18,000 miles) MA-22
Diesel models ReplaceEvery 30,000 km
(18,000 miles) MA-32
ABCD
........Engine oil &
engine oil filter Petrol models ReplaceEvery 7,500 km (4,500
miles) MA-23
,
MA-23
Diesel models ReplaceEvery 10,000 km (6,000
miles) MA-32,
MA-33
A...E.......Fuel filter Diesel models Check &
drain
waterEvery 10,000 km (6,000
miles) FL-15
ReplaceEvery 30,000 km
(18,000 miles) MA-31
...........LHeated oxygen
sensor 1Petrol models InspectEvery 60,000 km
(36,000 miles) EC-1320
.....F......Brake fluidPetrol models ReplaceEvery 30,000 km
(18,000 miles) MA-39Diesel models ReplaceEvery 30,000 km
(18,000 miles) MA-39
..C
....H
....Differential gear
oilPetrol models ReplaceEvery 30,000 km
(18,000 miles) MA-38Diesel models ReplaceEvery 30,000 km
(18,000 miles) MA-38
..C....H....Automatic tran-
saxle fluidPetrol models ReplaceEvery 60,000 km
(36,000 miles) MA-37
......GH....Steering gear &
linkage, axle &
suspension
parts, propeller
shaft, front drive
shafts & exhaust
systemPetrol models InspectEvery 30,000 km
(18,000 miles) MA-
40,MA-41
,MA-37
,MA-41
,MA-35
Diesel models InspectEvery 30,000 km
(18,000 miles) MA-
40,MA-41
,MA-37
,MA-41
,MA-35
A.C...GHI...Brake pads,
rotors & other
brake compo-
nentsPetrol models InspectEvery 15,000 km (9,000
miles) MA-
40,MA-39
,MA-40
Diesel models InspectEvery 10,000 km (6,000
miles) MA-40,MA-39
,MA-40
A...........Ventilation air fil-
terPetrol models ReplaceEvery 15,000 km (9,000
miles) AT C - 1 2 1Diesel models ReplaceEvery 10,000 km (6,000
miles) AT C - 1 2 1

MA-16
RECOMMENDED FLUIDS AND LUBRICANTS
RECOMMENDED FLUIDS AND LUBRICANTS
PFP:00000
Fluids and LubricantsELS000C8
*1: For further details, see “SAE Viscosity Number”.
*2: Never use API CG-4.
*3: Use Genuine Nissan Anti-freeze Coolant (L2N)] or equivalent in its quality, in order to avoid possible aluminum corrosion within the
engine cooling system caused by the use of non-genuine engine coolant.
Note that any repairs for the incidents within the engine cooling system while using non-genuine engine coolant may not be
covered by the warranty even if such incidents occurred during the warranty period.
*4: Contact a Nissan dealership for more information regarding suitable fluids, including recommended brand(s) of Dexron
TM III/Mer-
conTM Automatic Transmission Fluid.
*5: Never mix different types of fluids (DOT 3 and DOT 4).Capacity (Approximate)
Recommended Fluids/Lubricants
Liter Imp measure
Engine oil
Drain and refillWith oil filter
changeQR20DE,
QR25DE3.9 3-3/8 qt
●Gasoline engine
API SG, SH, SJ or SL *1
ILSAC grade GF-I, GF-II or GF-III *1
ACEA 96-A2
●Diesel engine
API CF-4*1, *2
ACEA B1, B3, B4, B5*1, *2 YD22DDTi 5.2 4-5/8 qt
Without oil filter
changeQR20DE,
QR25DE3.5 3-1/8 qt
YD22DDTi 4.9 4-3/8 qt
Dry engine (engine overhaul)QR20DE,
QR25DE4.5 4 qt
YD22DDTi 6.3 5-1/2 qt
Cooling system (with reservoir)QR20DE,
QR25DE 7.1 6-1/4 qt
●Genuine Nissan Anti-freeze Coolant (L2N) or
equivalent in its quality*3 YD22DDTi 9.5 8-3/8 qt
Reservoir tankQR20DE,
QR25DE0.6 1/2 qt
YD22DDTi 0.6 1/2 qt
Manual transaxle gear oil
2.3 4pt
●Genuine Nissan gear oil or API GL-4, Viscos-
ity SAE 75W-85
Transfer gear oil 0.31 1/2 pt
●API GL-5*1, Viscosity SAE 80W-90
Differential gear oil 0.55 1 pt
●API GL-5*1, Viscosity SAE 80W-90
Automatic transaxle fluid 8.5 7-1/2 qt Genuine Nissan ATF or equivalent*4
Power steering fluid — —
Type Dexron
TM III or equivalent
Brake and clutch fluid — —
●DOT 3 or DOT 4 (US FMVSS No. 116)*5
Multi-purpose grease — — NLGI No. 2 (Lithium soap base)

ENGINE MAINTENANCE (QR20DE·QR25DE)
MA-23
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B
MA
Changing Engine OilELS000JZ
WARNING:
●Be careful not to burn yourself, as the engine oil is hot.
●Prolonged and repeated contact with used engine oil may
cause skin cancer. Try to avoid direct skin contact with
used engine oil. If skin contact is made, wash thoroughly
with soap or hand cleaner as soon as possible.
1. Warm up engine, put vehicle horizontally and check for engine
oil leakage from engine components.
2. Stop engine and wait for 10 minutes.
3. Remove drain plug and oil filler cap.
4. Drain engine oil.
●Install drain plug and refill with new engine oil.
Engine oil specifications and viscosity:
●API grade SG, SH, SJ or SL.
●ILSAC grade GF-I, GF-II or GF-III
●ACEA 96-A2
●Refer to MA-16, "RECOMMENDED FLUIDS AND LUBRICANTS" for further detail.
Engine oil capacity (Approximate):
Unit: liter (lmp qt)
CAUTION:
●Be sure to clean drain plug and install with new washer.
●The refill capacity depends on the engine oil temperature and drain time. Use these specifica-
tions for reference only.
●Always use the dipstick to the determine when the proper amount of engine oil is in the engine.
5. Warm up engine and check area around drain plug and oil filter for engine oil leakage.
6. Stop engine and wait for 10 minutes.
7. Check engine oil level. Refer to LU-7, "
ENGINE OIL" .
Changing Oil FilterELS000K0
1. Open the oil filter installation/removal cover on the undercover.
2. Using an oil filter wrench, remove the oil filter.
CAUTION:
●The oil filter is provided with a relief valve.
Use genuine NISSAN oil filter or equivalent.
●Be careful not to get burned when the engine and engine
oil are hot.
●When removing, prepare a shop cloth to absorb any
engine oil leakage or spillage.
●Do not allow engine oil to adhere to the drive belts.
●Completely wipe off any engine oil that adhere to the
engine and the vehicle.
3. Remove foreign materials adhering to the oil filter installation surface.
PBIC0250E
Drain and refillWith oil filter change Approximately 3.9 (3-3/8)
Without oil filter change Approximately 3.5 (3-1/8)
Dry engine (engine overhaul)Approximately 4.5 (4)
Oil pan drain plug:
: 29.4 - 39.2 N·m (3.0 - 4.0 kg-m, 22 - 28 ft-lb)
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ENGINE MAINTENANCE (QR20DE·QR25DE)
4. Apply engine oil to the oil seal circumference of the new oil filter.
5. Screw the oil filter manually until it touches the installation sur-
face, then tighten it by 2/3 turn.
6. After warming up the engine, check for engine oil leakage.
7. Check engine oil level and add engine oil. Refer to LU-7, "
ENGINE OIL" .
Checking and Changing Spark PlugsELS000K1
REMOVAL
1. Remove ignition coil. Refer to EM-29, "IGNITION COIL" .
2. Remove spark plug with suitable spark plug wrench.
CAUTION:
Do not drop or shock it.
INSPECTION AFTER REMOVAL
●Use standard type spark plug for normal condition.
●The hot type spark plug is suitable when fouling occurs with the standard type spark plug under conditions
such as.
–frequent engine starts.
–low ambient temperatures.
●The cold type spark plug is suitable when spark knock occurs with the standard type spark plug under
conditions such as.
–extended highway driving.
–frequent high engine revolution.
SMA010
Oil filter:
: 14.7 - 20.5 N·m (1.5 - 2.1 Kg-m, 11 - 15 ft-lb)
SMA229B
SEM294A
MakeNGK
Standard typeLFR5A-11
Hot typeLFR4A-11
Cold typeLFR6A-11