2003 NISSAN X-TRAIL air filter

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PERIODIC MAINTENANCE

ENGINE 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,.
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 belt 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. 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-61
Drive beltSee
NOTE (2)I IIIIIIIMA-20
Engine oil (Use recommended oil.)RRRRRRRRMA-23
Engine oil filter (Use NISSAN genuine part or
equivalent)RRRRRRRRMA-25
Engine anti-freeze coolant (Use Genuine Nissan
Anti-freeze Coolant (L250) or equivalent.)See
NOTE (3)IRIMA-20
Cooling system I I I IMA-22
Fuel linesIIMA-23
Air cleaner filterRRMA-23
Fuel filter (In-tank type)See
NOTE (4)FL-4
Spark plugs R R R RMA-26
EVAP vapor lines (With carbon canister) I IMA-26

PERIODIC MAINTENANCE
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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.
NOTE:

(1) Inspect once per year.

Maintenance items with “ ” should be performed more frequently according to “Maintenance Under Severe Driving
Conditions”. 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- 1 4
Brake & clutch, systems and fluid (For
level & leaks)IIIIMA-37, MA-
41
Brake fluidRRMA-42
Brake booster vacuum hoses, connec-
tions & check valveIIBR-26
Power steering fluid & lines (For level &
leaks)IIIIMA-44
Manual transaxle gear oil (For leaks) I I I IMA-37
Automatic transaxle fluid (For level &
leaks)IIIIMA-38
Transfer gear oil (For level & leaks) I I I IMA-39
Differential gear oil (For level & leaks or
replace)IRIRMA-40, MA-
40
Steering gear & linkage, axle & suspen-
sion parts, propeller shaft, front drive
shafts & exhaust systemIIIIMA-43, MA-
44 , MA-40 ,
MA-45
, MA-
37
Wheel alignment (If necessary, rotate &
balance wheels)IIIIFSU-6, MA-
41
Brake pads, rotors & other brake compo-
nentsIIIIMA-43, MA-
43 , MA-43
Foot brake, parking brake & clutch (For
free play, stroke & operation)IIIIBR-6, PB-2 ,
CL-5
Ventilation air filterRRRRAT C - 1 3 0
Body corrosionSee
NOTE (1)MA-45

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PERIODIC MAINTENANCE

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.

(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. 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-175
Drive belts I I I I I IMA-27
Engine oil (Use recommended oil.)See
NOTE (2)RRRRRRMA-33
Engine oil filter (Use Eco filter or equivalent)See
NOTE (3)RRRRRRMA-33
Engine anti-freeze coolant (Use Genuine Nissan Anti-
freeze Coolant (L250) or equivalent)See
NOTE (4)IRMA-28
Cooling system IIIIIIMA-30
Fuel linesIIMA-31
Air cleaner filter RRMA-32
Fuel filterDDRDDRMA-31
Fuel injectorSee
NOTE (5)EM-157
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- 1 4
Brake & clutch, systems and fluid (For level &
leaks)IIIIIIMA-41, MA-37
Brake fluidRRMA-42
Brake booster vacuum hoses, connections &
check valveIIBR-25
Power steering fluid & lines (For level & leaks) IIIIIIMA-44
Manual transaxle gear oil (For leaks) I I IMA-37
Transfer gear oil (For level & leaks)IIIIIIMA-39

PERIODIC MAINTENANCE
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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
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
Differential gear oil (For level & leaks or
replace)IIRIIRMA-40
Steering gear & linkage, axle & suspension
parts, propeller shaft, front drive shafts &
exhaust systemIIMA-43, MA-44
, MA-40
, MA-
45 , MA-37
Wheel alignment (If necessary, rotate & bal-
ance wheels)IIIFSU-6, MA-41
Brake pads, rotors & other brake compo-
nentsIIIIIIMA-43, MA-43
, MA-43
Foot brake, parking brake & clutch (For free
play, stroke & operation)IIIIIIBR-6, CL-5
Ventilation air filterRRRRRRATC-130
Body corrosionSee
NOTE (1)MA-45
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)

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PERIODIC MAINTENANCE

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-23
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-25
Diesel models ReplaceEvery 10,000 km (6,000
miles) MA-33,
MA-33
A...E.......Fuel filter Diesel models Check &
drain
waterEvery 10,000 km (6,000
miles) FL-17
ReplaceEvery 30,000 km
(18,000 miles) MA-31
.....F......Brake fluidPetrol models ReplaceEvery 30,000 km
(18,000 miles) MA-42Diesel models ReplaceEvery 30,000 km
(18,000 miles) MA-42
..C
....H
....Differential gear
oilPetrol models ReplaceEvery 30,000 km
(18,000 miles) MA-40Diesel models ReplaceEvery 30,000 km
(18,000 miles) MA-40
..C....H....Automatic tran-
saxle fluidPetrol models ReplaceEvery 60,000 km
(36,000 miles) MA-39
......GH....Steering gear &
linkage, axle &
suspension
parts, propeller
shaft, front drive
shafts & exhaust
systemPetrol models InspectEvery 30,000 km
(18,000 miles) MA-43
,
MA-44
,
MA-40
,
MA-45
,
MA-37
Diesel models InspectEvery 30,000 km
(18,000 miles) MA-43
,
MA-44
,
MA-40
,
MA-45
,
MA-37
A.C...GHI...Brake pads,
rotors & other
brake compo-
nentsPetrol models InspectEvery 15,000 km (9,000
miles) MA-43
,
MA-43
,
MA-43
Diesel models InspectEvery 10,000 km (6,000
miles) MA-43
,
MA-43
,
MA-43
A...........Ventilation air fil-
terPetrol models ReplaceEvery 15,000 km (9,000
miles) ATC-130

Diesel models ReplaceEvery 10,000 km (6,000
miles) ATC-130

RECOMMENDED FLUIDS AND LUBRICANTSMA-17
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RECOMMENDED FLUIDS AND LUBRICANTSPFP: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 (L250) or equivalent in its quality, in order to avoid possible aluminum corrosion w ithin 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 refill With oil filter
change
QR20DE,
QR25DE
3.9 3-3/8 qt

Gasoline engine
API SG, SH, SJ or SL *1
ILSAC grade GF-I, GF-II or GF-III *1
ACEA 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
change QR20DE,
QR25DE
3.5 3-1/8 qt
YD22DDTi 4.9 4-3/8 qt
Dry engine (engine overhaul) QR20DE,
QR25DE
4.5 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 (L250) or
equivalent in its quality*3
YD22DDTi 9.5 8-3/8 qt
Reservoir tank QR20DE,
QR25DE
0.6 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 — — DEXRON
TM III type ATF 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)
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CHECKING RADIATOR SYSTEM FOR LEAKS

To check for leakage, apply pressure to the cooling system with
a radiator cap tester (commercial service tool) and a radiator
cap tester adapter (special service tool).
WARNING:
Do not remove radiator cap when engine is hot. Serious burns
could occur from high-pressure engine coolant escaping from
radiator.
CAUTION:
Higher test pressure than specified may cause radiator damage.
NOTE:
In a case that engine coolant decreases, replenish radiator with engine coolant.

If anything is found, repair or replace damaged parts.
Checking Fuel LinesELS000ZG
Inspect fuel lines, filler cap and tank for improper attachment, leaks,
cracks, damage, loose connections, chafing or deterioration. If nec-
essary, repair or replace damaged parts.
Changing Air Cleaner FilterELS000ZH
VISCOUS PAPER TYPE
The viscous paper type filter does not need cleaning.
Changing Engine OilELS000ZI
WARNING:

Be careful not to burn yourself, as engine oil may be 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 oil leakage from engine components. Refer to LU-
7, "ENGINE OIL LEAKAGE" .
2. Stop engine and wait for 10 minutes.Testing pressure:
157 kPa (1.57 bar, 1.6 kg/cm
2 , 23 psi)
SLC134B
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PBIC0526E

ENGINE MAINTENANCE (YD22DDTI)
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2. Check radiator cap relief pressure.

When connecting radiator cap to radiator cap tester (commer-
cial service tool) and radiator cap tester adapter (special ser-
vice tool), apply engine coolant to the cap seal surface.

Replace radiator cap if there is an unusualness in negative-
pressure valve, or if the relief pressure exceed the limit.
CHECKING RADIATOR SYSTEM FOR LEAKS

To check for leaks, apply pressure to the cooling system with
radiator cap tester (commercial service tool) and radiator cap
tester adapter (special service tool).
WARNING:
Never remove the radiator cap when the engine is hot. Seri-
ous burns could occur from high pressure engine coolant
escaping from the radiator.
CAUTION:
Higher test pressure than specified may cause radiator
damage.
NOTE:
In a case that engine coolant decreases, replenish radiator with engine coolant.

If anything is found, repair or replace damaged parts.
Checking Fuel LinesELS000CE
Inspect fuel lines, filler cap and tank for improper attachment, leaks,
cracks, damage, loose connections, chafing or deterioration.
If necessary, repair or replace faulty parts.
Changing Fuel FilterELS000CF
Standard:
78 - 98 kPa (0.78 - 0.98 bar, 0.8 - 1.0 kg/cm
2 , 11 - 14 psi)
Limit:
59 kPa (0.59 bar, 0.6 kg/cm
2 , 9 psi)
SLC135B
Testing pressure:
157 kPa (1.57 bar, 1.6 kg/cm
2 , 23 psi)
SLC134B
SMA803A
PBIC2501E