2003 NISSAN X-TRAIL recommended oil

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ENGINE MAINTENANCE (QR20DE·QR25DE)

3. Loosen oil filler cap and then remove drain plug.
4. Drain engine oil.
5. Install drain plug with new washer. Refer to EM-25, "
OIL PAN
AND OIL STRAINER" .
CAUTION:
Be sure to clean drain plug and install with new washer.
6. Refill with new engine oil.
Engine oil specification and viscosity:
Refer to MA-17, "
RECOMMENDED FLUIDS AND LUBRICANTS" .
Engine oil capacity (Approximate):
Unit: (lmp qt)
CAUTION:

The refill capacity depends on the engine oil temperature and drain time. Use these specifica-
tions for reference only.

Always use oil level gauge to the determine when the proper amount of engine oil is in the
engine.
7. Warm up engine and check area around drain plug and oil filter for oil leakage.
8. Stop engine and wait for 10 minutes.
9. Check the engine oil level.Oil pan drain plug:
: 34.3 N·m (3.5 kg-m, 25 ft-lb)
PBIC2410E
Drain and refill With oil filter change 3.9 (3-3/8)
Without oil filter change 3.5 (3-1/8)
Dry engine (Overhaul)4.5 (4)
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Changing Engine OilELS000CH
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. Loosen oil filter cap and then remove drain plug.
4. Drain engine oil.
5. Install drain plug with new washer. Refer to EM-147, "
OIL PAN
AND OIL STRAINER" .
CAUTION:
Be sure to clean drain plug and install with new washer.
6. Refill with new engine oil.
Engine oil specification and viscosity:
Refer to MA-17, "
RECOMMENDED FLUIDS AND LUBRICANTS" .
Engine oil capacity (Approximate):
Unit: (lmp qt)
CAUTION:

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.
7. Warm up engine and check area around drain plug and oil filter for oil leakage.
8. Stop engine and wait for 10 minutes.
9. Check the engine oil level.
Changing Oil Filter (TYPE A)ELS000CI
REMOVAL
1. Open oil filter installation/ removal cover on RH engine undercover.
2. Using the oil filter wrench, remove the oil filter.
CAUTION:

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.Oil pan drain plug:
: 34 N·m (3.5 kg-m, 25 ft-lb)
PBIC0527E
Drain and refill With oil filter change 5.2 (4-5/8)
Without oil filter change 4.9 (4-3/8)
Dry engine (Overhaul)6.3 (5-1/2)
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CHASSIS AND BODY MAINTENANCE

Changing M/T OilELS000BD
1. Drain oil from drain plug and refill with new gear oil.
2. Check oil level.
CAUTION:
Do not reuse gasket.
Checking A/T FluidELS000BV
1. Warm up engine.
2. Check for fluid leakage.
3. Before driving, fluid level can be checked at fluid temperatures of 30 to 50°C (86 to 122°F) using “COLD”
range on dipstick.
a. Park vehicle on level surface and set parking brake.
b. Start engine and move selector lever through each gear position. Leave selector lever in “P” position.
c. Check fluid level with engine idling.
d. Remove dipstick and wipe clean lint-free paper.
CAUTION:
When wiping away the dipstick, always use lint-free paper, not cloth one.
e. Re-insert dipstick into charging pipe as far as it will go.
CAUTION:
To check fluid level, insert the dipstick until the cap contacts the end of the A/T fluid charging pipe,
with the dipstick reversed from the normal attachment conditions.
f. Remove dipstick and note reading. If reading is at low side of range, add fluid to the A/T fluid charging
pipe.
CAUTION:
Do not overfill.
4. Drive vehicle for approximately 5 minutes in urban areas.
5. Re-check fluid level at fluid temperatures of 50 to 80°C (122 to 176°F) using “HOT” range on dipstick.
CAUTION:

When wiping away the dipstick, always use lint-free paper, not cloth one.

To check fluid level, insert the dipstick until the cap contacts the end of the A/T fluid charging
pipe, with the dipstick reversed from the normal attachment conditions.Oil grade:
API GL-4
Viscosity:
Refer to MA-17, "
RECOMMENDED FLUIDS AND
LUBRICANTS"
Oil capacity:
Approx. 2.3 (4 lmp pt)
Filler plug and drain plug:
: 30 - 39 N·m (3.1 - 3.9 kg-m, 23 - 28 ft-lb)
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CHASSIS AND BODY MAINTENANCE
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6. Check fluid condition.

If fluid is very dark or smells burned, refer to AT section for
checking operation of A/T. Flush cooling system after repair of
A/T.

If A/T fluid contains frictional material (clutches, bands, etc.),
replace radiator and flush cooler line using cleaning solvent
and compressed air after repair of A/T. Refer to CO-12,
"RADIATOR" , CO-14, "RADIATOR (ALUMINUM TYPE)" .
7. Install the removed dipstick in the A/T fluid charging pipe.
Changing A/T FluidELS000BW
1. Warm up A/T fluid.
2. Stop engine.
3. Drain A/T fluid from drain plug and refill with new A/T fluid.
Always refill same volume with drained fluid.
4. Run engine at idle speed for five minutes.
5. Check fluid level and condition. Refer to MA-38, "
Checking A/T Fluid" . If fluid is still dirty, repeat steps 2
through 5.
Checking Transfer OilELS000BT
Check for oil leakage and oil level.
CAUTION:
Never start engine while checking oil level.
Changing Transfer OilELS000BU
1. Drain oil from drain plug and refill with new gear oil.
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Fluid grade:
Genuine Nissan ATF or equivalent. Refer to MA-
17, "RECOMMENDED FLUIDS AND LUBRI-
CANTS" .
Fluid capacity (With torque converter):
Approx. 8.5 (7-1/2 lmp qt)
Drain plug:
: 34 N·m (3.5 kg-m, 25 ft-lb)
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Filler plug:
: 9.8 - 19.6 N·m (1.0 - 1.9 kg-m, 87 - 173 in-lb)
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CHASSIS AND BODY MAINTENANCE

2. Check oil level.
CAUTION:
Carefully fill the oil. (Fill up for Approx. 3 minutes.)
Checking Propeller ShaftELS000BE
Check propeller shaft for damage, looseness or grease leakage.
Checking Differential Gear OilELS000BF
1. Check for oil leakage and oil level.
CAUTION:
Gaskets are not reusable. Never reuse them.
Changing Differential Gear OilELS000BG
1. Drain oil from drain plug and refill with new gear oil.
2. Check oil level.Oil grade:
API GL-5
Viscosity:
Refer toMA-17, "
RECOMMENDED FLUIDS AND
LUBRICANTS"
Oil capacity:
: Approx. 0.31 (1/2 lmp pt)
Drain plug:
: 9.8 - 19.6 N·m (1.0 - 1.9 kg-m, 87 - 173 in-lb)SDIA0512E
Tightening torque:
Refer to PR-3, "
REAR PROPELLER SHAFT" .
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Filler plug:
: 35 N·m (3.6 kg-m, 26 ft-lb)
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Oil grad and Viscosity:
Refer to MA-17, "
RECOMMENDED FLU-
IDS AND LUBRICANTS" .
Capacity:
0.55 (1-1/8 US pt, 1 lmp pt)
Drain plug:
: 35 N·m (3.6 kg-m, 26 ft-lb)
Filler plug:
: 35 N·m (3.6 kg-m, 26 ft-lb)
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CHASSIS AND BODY MAINTENANCE

Checking Power Steering Fluid and LinesELS000BP
Check fluid level in reservoir tank with engine off.
Use “HOT” range at fluid temperatures of 50 to 80°C (122 to 176°F)
or “COLD” range at fluid temperatures of 0 to 30°C (32 to 86°F).
CAUTION:

Do not overfill.

Recommended fluid is DEXRONTM III type ATF or equiva-
lent.
Refer to MA-17, "
RECOMMENDED FLUIDS AND LUBRI-
CANTS"


Check lines for improper attachment, leaks, cracks, dam-
age, loose connections, chafing and deterioration.

Check rack boots for accumulation of power steering fluid.
Axle and Suspension PartsELS000BQ
Check front and rear axle and suspension parts for excessive play,
cracks, wear or other damage.

Shake each wheel to check for excessive play.

Check wheel bearings for smooth operation.

Check axle and suspension nuts and bolts for looseness.

Check strut (shock absorber) for oil leakage or other damage.

Check suspension ball joint for grease leakage and ball joint
dust cover for cracks or other damage.
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