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PRECAUTIONS
CAUTION:
Do not use leaded gasoline. Using leaded gasoline will damage the three way catalyst. Using a fuel
other than that specified could adversely affect the emission control devices and systems, and could
also affect the warranty coverage validity.
DIESEL ENGINE
Diesel fuel of at least 50 cetane.
If two types of diesel fuel are available, use summer or winter fuel properly according to the following temper-
ature conditions.
lAbove –7°C(20°F) ... Summer type diesel fuel.
lBelow –7°C(20°F) ... Winter type diesel fuel.
CAUTION:
lDo not use home heating oil, gasoline or other alternate fuels in your diesel engine. The use of
those can cause engine damage.
lDo not use summer fuel at temperatures below –7°C(20°F). The cold temperatures will cause wax
to form in the fuel. As a result, it may prevent the engine from running smoothly.
lDo not add gasoline or other alternate fuels to diesel fuel.
Precautions for Multiport Fuel Injection System or Engine Control SystemEAS001GN
lBefore connecting or disconnecting any harness connector for
the multiport fuel injection system or ECM:
Turn ignition switch to “OFF” position.
Disconnect negative battery terminal.
Otherwise, there may be damage to ECM.
lBefore disconnecting pressurized fuel line from fuel pump to
injectors, be sure to release fuel pressure.
lBe careful not to jar components such as ECM and mass air
flow sensor.
Precautions for Turbocharger (If Equipped)EAS001GO
The turbocharger turbine revolves at extremely high speeds and
becomes very hot. Therefore, it is essential to maintain a clean sup-
ply of oil flowing through the turbocharger and to follow all required
maintenance instructions and operating procedures.
lAlways use the recommended oil. Follow the instructions for
proper time to change the oil and proper oil level.
lAvoid accelerating engine to a high rpm immediately after start-
ing.
lIf engine had been operating at high rpm for an extended period
of time, let it idle for a few minutes prior to shutting if off.
Precautions for HosesEAS001GP
HOSE REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION
lTo prevent damage to rubber hose, do not pry off rubber hose
with tapered tool or screwdriver.
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3. Loosen oil filler cap (1) and then remove drain plug (3).
4. Drain engine oil.
5. Install drain plug with new washer. Refer toEM-36, "
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 toMA-14, "
RECOMMENDED FLUIDS AND LUBRICANTS".
Engine oil capacity (Approximate):
Unit: (lmp qt)
CAUTION:
lWhen filling engine oil, do not pull out oil level gauge.
lThe refill capacity depends on the engine oil temperature and drain time. Use these specifica-
tions for reference only.
lAlways use the oil level gauge to 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. Refer toLU-5, "
ENGINE OIL LEVEL".
2 : Oil filter
: Engine front
PBIC3335E
Oil pan drain plug:
: 34.3 N·m (3.5 kg-m, 25 ft-lb)
Drain and refillWith oil filter change 7.6 (6-5/8)
Without oil filter change 7.1 (6-1/4)
Dry engine (Overhaul)7.9 (7)

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PRECAUTIONS .......................................................... 3
Precautions for Supplemental Restraint System
(SRS)“AIRBAG”and“SEATBELTPRE-TEN-
SIONER” .................................................................. 3
PREPARATION ........................................................... 4
Special Service Tools ............................................... 4
Commercial Service Tools ........................................ 4
DESCRIPTION ............................................................ 5
Pre-Delivery Inspection Items .................................. 5
GENERAL MAINTENANCE ....................................... 7
General Maintenance ............................................... 7
PERIODIC MAINTENANCE ....................................... 8
Periodic Maintenance ............................................... 8
ENGINE AND EMISSION CONTROL MAINTE-
NANCE (YD25DDTI DIESEL ENGINE) ................ 8
CHASSIS AND BODY MAINTENANCE
(YD25DDTI DIESEL ENGINE) .............................. 9
MAINTENANCE UNDER SEVERE DRIVING
CONDITIONS ...................................................... 10
ENGINE AND EMISSION CONTROL MAINTE-
NANCE (YD25DDTI DIESEL ENGINE) ............... 11
CHASSIS AND BODY MAINTENANCE
(YD25DDTI DIESEL ENGINE) ............................. 11
MAINTENANCE UNDER SEVERE DRIVING
CONDITIONS ...................................................... 13
RECOMMENDED FLUIDS AND LUBRICANTS ...... 14
Fluids and Lubricants ............................................. 14
SAE Viscosity Number ........................................... 15
DIESEL ENGINE ................................................. 15
GEAR OIL ........................................................... 15
Engine Coolant Mixture Ratio ................................ 16
ENGINE MAINTENANCE ......................................... 17
Checking Drive Belts .............................................. 17
Deflection Adjustment ............................................ 18
POWER STEERING OIL PUMP BELT ............... 18
A/C COMPRESSOR, ALTERNATOR AND
WATER PUMP BELT .......................................... 19
Changing Engine Coolant ...................................... 19
DRAINING ENGINE COOLANT ......................... 19
REFILLING ENGINE COOLANT ........................ 20FLUSHING COOLING SYSTEM ......................... 21
Checking Cooling System ...................................... 21
CHECKING COOLING SYSTEM HOSES ........... 21
CHECKING RADIATOR ...................................... 21
CHECKING RESERVOIR TANK CAP ................. 21
CHECKING RADIATOR SYSTEM FOR LEAKS... 22
Checking Fuel Lines ............................................... 23
Changing Fuel Filter ............................................... 23
REMOVAL ........................................................... 23
INSTALLATION ................................................... 24
INSPECTION AFTER INSTALLATION ................ 24
Draining Water from Fuel Filter .............................. 25
Changing Engine Air Cleaner Filter ........................ 25
DRY PAPER TYPE .............................................. 25
Changing Engine Oil ............................................... 25
Changing Oil Filter .................................................. 26
REMOVAL ........................................................... 26
INSTALLATION ................................................... 26
INSPECTION AFTER INSTALLATION ................ 27
CHASSIS AND BODY MAINTENANCE ................... 28
Checking the Exhaust System ................................ 28
Checking Clutch Fluid Level and Leaks ................. 28
Checking Clutch System ........................................ 28
Checking M/T Oil .................................................... 28
Changing M/T Oil .................................................... 29
Checking A/T Fluid ................................................. 29
Changing A/T Fluid ................................................. 31
Checking Transfer Fluid ......................................... 31
FLUID LEAKAGE AND FLUID LEVEL ................ 31
Changing Transfer Fluid ......................................... 32
DRAINING ........................................................... 32
FILLING ............................................................... 32
Checking Propeller Shaft ........................................ 32
Checking Front Final Drive Oil (Front Differential
Gear Oil) ................................................................. 32
OIL LEAKAGE AND OIL LEVEL ......................... 32
Changing Front Final Drive Oil (Front Differential
Gear Oil) ................................................................. 33
DRAINING ........................................................... 33
FILLING ............................................................... 33

DESCRIPTION
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Pre-Delivery Inspection ItemsELS001K2
Shown below are Pre-delivery Inspection Items required for the new vehicle. It is recommended that
necessary items other than those listed here be added, paying due regard to the conditions in each
country.
Perform applicable items on each model. Consult text of this section for specifications.
Install vehicle protection kit
Fit all accessories ordered (if applicable) (e.g. towbar, audio, navigation, air conditioner, styling kit)
UNDER HOOD — engine off
Check coolant level and cooling system for leaks
Charge battery and check terminals for condition
Check drive belts tension
Check fuel filter for water or dust (diesel only) and fuel system for leaks
Check engine oil level and for oil leaks
Check brake and clutch fluid levels and fluid lines for leaks
Check and top up washer reservoirs
Check power steering fluid level and fluid lines for leaks (if applicable)
Check air conditioning system for gas leaks (if applicable)
ON INSIDE AND OUTSIDE
Install transit fuse if removed for vehicle storage
Check instruments, gauges, lamps, horn and accessories for operation
Check wipers and washers for operation and adjustment
Check interior and door mirrors and sun visors for operation
Set radio code and set clock
Check parking brake adjustment
Check clutch pedal adjustment
Check steering lock operation
Check seat adjusters and seat belts for operation
Check all windows for operation and alignment
Check mouldings, trim and fittings for fit and alignment
Check weatherstrips for fit and adhesion
Check hood, trunk lid, door panels and fuel lid for fit and alignment
Check latches, keys, remote key, door locks and remote trunk lid and fuel lid release for operation
Check wheel nut torques
Check tyre pressure (incl. spare tyre)
Check tool kit and jack for operation
Check automatic transmission/transaxle starter inhibitor (if applicable)
Check sunroof for operation and alignment (if applicable)
UNDER BODY
Check manual transmission/transaxle, differential and transfer box for oil level and oil leaks
Tighten bolts and nuts steering linkage and gear box, axle/suspension parts, propeller and exhaust system
Check brake and clutch lines, and oil/fluid reservoirs for leaks
Remove front suspension spacer blocks (if applicable)
Check body mounting torque (if applicable)

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PERIODIC MAINTENANCE
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Periodic MaintenanceELS001J9
The following tables show the normal maintenance schedule. Depending upon weather and atmospheric con-
ditions, varying road surfaces, individual driving habits and vehicle usage, additional or more frequent mainte-
nance may be required.
Periodic maintenance beyond the last period shown on the tables requires similar maintenance.
ENGINE AND EMISSION CONTROL MAINTENANCE (YD25DDTI 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:
lMaintenance items with “ ” should be performed more frequently according to “Maintenance Under Severe Driving
Conditions”.
l(1) If valve noise increases, check valve clearance.
l(2) Never use CG-4 oil.
l(3) Oil filter element assembly and O-ring seal are replacement parts.
l(4) First replace at 100,000 Km (60,000 miles)/60 months, then every 60,000Km (36,000 miles)/36 months. After first
replacement, perform "I" (checking the mixture ratio and correcting the mixture ratio if necessary) at the middle of
replacement interval.
l(5) If engine power decreases, black exhaust smoke is emitted or engine noise increases, perform this maintenance item. MAINTENANCE OPERATIONMAINTENANCE INTERVAL
Reference
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Months30
(18)
2460
(36)
4890
(54)
72120
(72)
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Engine compartment and under vehicle
Intake & exhaust valve clearanceSee
NOTE (1)EM-66
Drive beltsIIIIMA-17
Engine oil (Use recommended oil.)See
NOTE (2)RRRRMA-25
Engine oil filter (Use NISSAN genuine part or equivalent)See
NOTE (3)RRRRMA-26
Engine anti-freeze coolant (Use Genuine NISSAN Anti-freeze
Coolant (L250) or equivalent)See
NOTE (4)IIIIMA-19
Cooling system I I I IMA-21
Fuel linesIIIIMA-23
Air cleaner filter (Dry paper type)RRMA-25
Fuel filterDRDRMA-23
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Abbreviations: I = Inspect and correct or replace as necessary, R = Replace, D = Check filter and drain water
NOTE:
lMaintenance items with “ ” should be performed more frequently according to “Maintenance Under Severe Driving
Conditions”.
l(1) If valve noise increases, check valve clearance.
l(2)NeveruseCG-4oil.
l(3) Oil filter element assembly and O-ring seal are replacement parts.
l(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.
l(5) If engine power decreases, black exhaust smoke is emitted or engine noise increases, perform this maintenance item.
CHASSIS AND BODY MAINTENANCE (YD25DDTI DIESEL ENGINE)
(Annual Mileage >30,000 Km/year)
Abbreviations: I = Inspect and correct or replace as necessary, R = Replace, L = Lubricate. MAINTENANCE OPERATIONMAINTENANCE INTERVAL
Reference
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(Miles x 1,000)30
(18)60
(36)90
(54)120
(72)
Engine compartment and under vehicle
Intake & exhaust valve clearanceSee
NOTE (1)EM-66
Drive beltsIIIIMA-17
Engine oil (Use recommended oil.)See
NOTE (2)RRRRMA-25
Engine oil filter (Use NISSAN genuine part or equivalent)See
NOTE (3)RRRRMA-26
Engine anti-freeze coolant (Use Genuine NISSAN Anti-freeze
Coolant (L250) or equivalent)See
NOTE (4)IIIIMA-19
Cooling system I I I IMA-21
Fuel linesIIMA-23
Air cleaner filter (Dry paper type)RRMA-25
Fuel filterDRDRMA-23
Fuel injectorSee
NOTE (5)EM-44
MAINTENANCE OPERATIONMAINTENANCE INTERVAL
Reference
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(Miles x
1,000)30
(18)60
(36)90
(54)120
(72)
Underhood and under vehicle
Headlamp aiming I I I ILT- 2 8
Brake & clutch, systems and fluid (For level & leaks) I I I IMA-35,
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Brake fluidRRMA-35
Brake booster vacuum hoses, connections & check valve I IBR-22
Power steering fluid & lines (For level & leaks) I I I IMA-37
Manual transmission gear oil (For leaks) I I I IMA-28
Automatic transmission fluid (For level & leeaks)IIIIMA-29
Transfer fluid (For level & leaks) I I I IMA-31
Differential gear oil (For level & leaks or replace)IIIIMA-32,
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Fluids and LubricantsELS001JA
*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 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
™III/MER-
CON™ Automatic Transmission Fluid.
*5:Using automatic transmission fluid other than Genuine NISSAN ATF Matic Fluid J will cause deterioration in driveability
and automatic transmission durability, and may damage the automatic transmission, which is not covered by the warranty.
*6: DEXRON™III type ATF can be used.
*7: 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 change 7.6 6-5/8 qt
lDiesel engine
API CF-4*1, *2
ACEA B1, B3, B4, B5*1 Without oil filter change 7.1 6-1/4 qt
Dry engine (engine overhaul) 7.9 7 qt
Cooling sys-
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ervoir)LHD models 9.9 8-3/4 qt
lGenuine NISSAN Anti-freeze Coolant (L250) or
equivalent in its quality*3 RHD models 10.2 9 qt
Reservoir tank 0.8 3/4 qt
Manual transmission gear oil2WD 3.99 7 pt
lGenuine NISSAN gear oil or API GL-4, Viscosity
SAE 75W-85 or 75W-90
4WD 4.32 7-5/8 pt
Transfer fluid 2.0 1-3/4 qt
lGenuine NISSAN ATF or equivalent*4
Differential gear oilFront 0.85 1-1/2 pt
lStandard differential gear:
Gear Oil Hypoid LSD (Part No.: KLD31-8090403)
or API GL-5, Viscosity SAE 80W-90*1
lLimited-slip differential (LSD) gear:
Gear Oil Hypoid LSD (Part No. KLD31-8090403)
or equivalent Rear 2.01 3-1/2 pt
Automatic transmission fluid 10.3 9-1/8 qt Genuine NISSAN ATF Matic Fluid J*5
Power steering fluid — — Genuine NISSAN PSF or equivalent*6
Brake and clutch fluid — —
lDOT 3 or DOT 4 (US FMVSS No. 116)*7
Multi-purpose grease — — NLGI No. 2 (Lithium soap base)

RECOMMENDED FLUIDS AND LUBRICANTS
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l5W-30 is preferable.
If 5W-30 is not available, select the viscosity, from the chart, that
is suitable for the outside temperature range.
GEAR OIL
lFor warm and cold areas: 80W-90 for the differential gear and
75W-85 for transmission gear are preferable.
lFor hot areas: 90 is suitable for ambient temperatures below
40°C (104F°).
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