2006 NISSAN ALTIMA manual

OWNER’S LITERATURE INFORMATION
INDEX OF TOPICSWHERE TO FIND INFORMATION
Recommended Fuel, Lubricants, Fluids . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Owner’s Manual: chapter 9
Radio/CD/Heater/AC Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Owner’s Manual: chapter 4
Starting and Driving Your Vehicle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Owner’s Manual: chapter 5
Security System Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Owner’s Manual: chapter 2
Changing a Flat Tire . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Owner’s Manual: chapter 6
New Vehicle Limited Warranty . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Warranty Information Booklet: page 4
Federal Emission Control Warranties . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Warranty Information Booklet: page 7
California Emission Control Warranties . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Warranty Information Booklet: page 10
Tire Pressure/Rotation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Owner’s Manual: chapter 8
Tire Warranties/Safety Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Warranty Information Booklet: pages 15 to 37
Consumer Affairs Assistance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Warranty Information Booklet: page 2
Customer Care/Lemon Law Information
Booklet: page 5
Do It Yourself Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Owner’s Manual: chapter 8
General Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Owner’s Manual: chapter 8
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Preventative scheduled maintenance is an important investment to
optimize the performance, reliability, safety and resale value of your
Nissan. Scheduling your vehicle’s maintenance at the recommended
intervals will ensure your vehicle is running at its best.
We want you to enjoy your Nissan vehicle. This Service and
Maintenance Guide is designed to help you make sure your vehicle
receives proper and timely maintenance that is necessary. Key
services are explained in detail, along with an outline of scheduled
maintenance to help you maintain your vehicle. Your local Nissan dealer
can assist you in determining the best schedule based on your driving
habits and local conditions.
Failure to perform scheduled maintenance may result in excluding
portions of your vehicle from warranty coverage and may reduce the
performance, safety, reliability and/or resale value of your vehicle. See
your Warranty Information Booklet and Owner’s Manual for details.
NISSAN MAINTENANCE
Maintain Your Investment
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EXPLANATION OF SCHEDULED MAINTENANCE ITEMS
The following descriptions are provided
to give you a better understanding of
the scheduled maintenance items that
should be regularly checked or
replaced. The maintenance log
indicates at which mileage/time
intervals each item requires service.
In addition to scheduled maintenance,
your Nissan requires that some items
be checked during normal day-to-day
operation. You can find these items
listed under “General Maintenance” in
Chapter 8 of your Owner’s Manual.
Items marked with “*”are recommended
by Nissan for reliable vehicle operation.
You are not required to perform
maintenance on these items in order to
maintain the warranties which come
with your Nissan. Other maintenance
items and intervals are required.When applicable, additional information
can be found in the
“Maintenance and
do-it-yourself” section in Chapter 8 of
your Owner’s Manual.
For recommended fuel, lubricants,
fluids, grease, and refrigerant, refer to
Chapter 9 in your Owner’s Manual.
Emission Control System
Maintenance:
Drive Belts*
Check engine drive belts for wear,
fraying or cracking and for proper
tension. Replace any damaged drive
belts.
Engine Air Filter
Replace at specified intervals. When
driving for prolonged periods in dusty
conditions, check/replace the filter
more frequently.
Engine Coolant*
Drain and flush the cooling system at
the specified interval.
Engine Oil and Oil Filter
Replace engine oil and oil filter at the
specified intervals. For recommend-
ed oil grade and viscosity refer to
Chapter 9 in your Owner’s Manual.
Engine Valve Clearance*
Inspect only if valve noise increases.
Adjust valve clearance if necessary.
Evaporative Emissions Control
Vapor Lines*
Check vapor lines and connections
for leaks or looseness. Tighten
connections or replace parts as
necessary.
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Fuel Filter
Maintenance-free item (in-tank type filter) .
Fuel Lines*
Check the fuel hoses, piping and con-
nections for leaks, looseness, or deteri-
oration. Tighten connections or replace
parts as necessary.
Spark Plugs
Replace at specified intervals. Install
new plugs of the same type as originally
equipped.
Chassis and Body
Maintenance:
Brake Lines and Cables
Visually inspect for proper installation.
Check for chafing, cracks, deterioration,
and signs of leaking. Replace any
deteriorated or damaged parts immedi-
ately.
Brake Pads, Rotors, Drums, &
Linings
Check for wear, deterioration and fluid
leaks. Replace any deteriorated or
damaged parts immediately.
Cruise Control Vacuum Hoses
Inspect cruise control vacuum hoses
for cracks and leakage at the specified
intervals.
Exhaust System
Visually inspect the exhaust pipes,
muffler and hangers for leaks, cracks,
deterioration, and damage. Tighten
connections or replace parts as
necessary.
In-Cabin Microfilter
Standard equipment on Altima (except
2.5 Base) , Maxima, Murano, Quest SE,
Titan Crew Cab LE, SE, and Frontier LE,
NISMO. Optional accessory on all othermodels. Replace at specified intervals.
When driving for prolonged periods in
dusty conditions, replace the filter more
frequently.
Propeller Shaft(s)
Check for damage, looseness, and
grease leakage. (4WD/AWD) .
Steering Gear and Linkage, Axle and
Suspension Parts, Drive Shaft Boots
Check for damage, looseness, and leak-
age of oil or grease. Under severe driving
conditions, inspect more frequently.
Tire Rotation
Tires should be rotated every 7,500 miles
according to the instructions in the
Owner’s Manual (except350Z) . When
rotating tires, check for damage and
uneven wear. Replace if necessary.
EXPLANATION OF SCHEDULED MAINTENANCE ITEMS
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PREMIUM MAINTENANCESCHEDULE 1 MAINTENANCE
❏Replace engine oil and filter
❏Road test vehicle
❏Rotate tires (except 350Z)
❏Inspect the following:
__ All lights
__ Automatic transmission/CVT fluid
__ Axle & suspension parts
__ Battery fluid level/terminals
__ Brake fluid level
__ Brake pads, rotors, drums & linings
__ Charging/Starting system
__ Clutch fluid
__ Coolant level/top-off
__ Differential oil
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__ Drive shaft boots 2
__ Engine air filter
__ Engine drive belts
__ Exhaust system__ Front suspension ball joints
__ Horn operation
__ Manual transmission oil
__ Power steering fluid/top-off
__ Propeller shaft (4WD/AWD)
__ Radiator hoses
__ Shock absorbers/struts
__ Steering gear and linkage
__ Steering linkage ball joints
__ Transfer case oil (4WD/AWD)
__ Washer fluid level/top-off
__ Wiper blades
❏Replace engine oil and filter
❏Rotate tires (except 350Z)
❏Inspect the following:
__ Axle & suspension parts
__ Brake pads, rotors, drums & linings
__ Drive shaft boots
2
__ Exhaust system
__ Front suspension ball joints
__ Propeller shaft (4WD/AWD)
__ Steering gear and linkage
__ Steering linkage ball joints
❏Replace engine oil and filter
❏Rotate tires (except 350Z)
SCHEDULE 2 MAINTENANCE
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7,500 MILES OR 6 MONTHS
Equipment varies by model. Perform only those operations that apply to your vehicle.
Dealer Verified Service Stamp
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PREMIUM MAINTENANCESCHEDULE 1 MAINTENANCE
❏Replace engine oil and filter
❏Lubricate all locks/hinges
❏Replace engine air filter
❏Replace in-cabin microfilter
1
❏Replace wiper blades
❏Rotate tires (except 350Z)
❏Inspect the following:
__ Air conditioning system
__ All lights
__ Automatic transmission/CVT fluid
__ Axle & suspension parts
__ Brake lines & cables
__ Brake pads, rotors, drums & linings
__ Cruise control vacuum hoses
__ Differential oil
2
__ Drive shaft boots3
__ Engine drive belts
__ Exhaust system
__ Front suspension ball joints
__ Manual transmission oil
__ Propeller shaft (4WD/AWD)
__ Steering gear and linkage
__ Steering linkage ball joints
__ Transfer case oil (4WD/AWD)
❏Replace engine oil and filter
❏Replace in-cabin microfilter1
❏Rotate tires (except 350Z)
❏Inspect the following:
__ Automatic transmission/CVT fluid
__ Axle & suspension parts
__ Brake lines & cables
__ Brake pads, rotors, drums & linings
__ Cruise control vacuum hoses
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Differential oil2
__ Drive shaft boots3
__ Exhaust system
__ Front suspension ball joints
__ Manual transmission oil
__ Propeller shaft (4WD/AWD)
__ Steering gear and linkage
__ Steering linkage ball joints
__ Transfer case oil (4WD/AWD)
❏Replace engine oil and filter
❏Replace in-cabin microfilter1
❏Rotate tires (except 350Z)
❏Inspect the following:
__ Automatic transmission/CVT fluid
__ Brake lines & cables
__ Brake pads, rotors, drums & linings
__ Cruise control vacuum hoses
__ Differential oil2
__ Drive shaft boots3
__ Manual transmission oil
__ Propeller shaft (4WD/AWD)
__ Transfer case oil (4WD/AWD)
SCHEDULE 2 MAINTENANCE
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15,000 MILES OR 12 MONTHS
Equipment varies by model. Perform only those operations that apply to your vehicle.
Dealer Verified Service Stamp
Dealer name: _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _
Date: _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _
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Mileage: _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _
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PREMIUM MAINTENANCESCHEDULE 1 MAINTENANCE
❏Replace engine oil and filter
❏Road test vehicle
❏Rotate tires (except 350Z)
❏Inspect the following:
__ All lights
__ Automatic transmission/CVT fluid
__ Axle & suspension parts
__ Battery fluid level/terminals
__ Brake fluid level
__ Brake pads, rotors, drums & linings
__ Charging/Starting system
__ Clutch fluid
__ Coolant level/top-off
__ Differential oil
1
__ Drive shaft boots2
__ Engine air filter
__ Engine drive belts
__ Exhaust system__ Front suspension ball joints
__ Horn operation
__ Manual transmission oil
__ Power steering fluid/top-off
__ Propeller shaft (4WD/AWD)
__ Radiator hoses
__ Shock absorbers/struts
__ Steering gear and linkage
__ Steering linkage ball joints
__ Transfer case oil (4WD/AWD)
__ Washer fluid level/top-off
__ Wiper blades
❏Replace engine oil and filter
❏Rotate tires (except 350Z)
❏Inspect the following:
__ Axle & suspension parts
__ Brake pads, rotors, drums & linings
__ Drive shaft boots
2
__ Exhaust system
__ Front suspension ball joints
__ Propeller shaft (4WD/AWD)
__ Steering gear and linkage
__ Steering linkage ball joints
❏Replace engine oil and filter
❏Rotate tires (except 350Z)
SCHEDULE 2 MAINTENANCE
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22,500 MILES OR 18 MONTHS
Equipment varies by model. Perform only those operations that apply to your vehicle.
Dealer Verified Service Stamp
Dealer name: _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _
Date: _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _
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Mileage: _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _
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PREMIUM MAINTENANCESCHEDULE 1 AND 2 MAINTENANCE
❏Replace engine oil and filter
❏Replace engine air filter
❏Replace in-cabin microfilter
2
❏Rotate tires (except 350Z)
❏Inspect the following:
__ Automatic transmission fluid 4
__ Axle & suspension parts
__ Brake lines & cables
__ Brake pads, rotors, drums &
linings
__ Cruise control vacuum hoses
__ CVT fluid (Murano)
__ Differential oil1, 4
__ Drive shaft boots3
__ Exhaust system
__ Front suspension ball joints
__ Fuel lines/connections
__ Fuel tank vapor vent system hoses
__ Manual transmission oil
4
__ Propeller shaft (4WD/AWD)
__ Steering gear and linkage
__ Steering linkage ball joints
__ Transfer case oil (4WD/AWD)
4
❏Replace engine oil and filter
❏Lubricate all locks/hinges
❏Replace automatic transmission/CVT fluid
❏Replace differential oil
1
❏Replace engine air filter
❏Replace engine coolant/flush system
❏Replace engine drive belts
❏Replace in-cabin microfilter
2
❏Replace manual transmission oil
❏Replace radiator cap
❏Replace transfer case oil (4WD/AWD)
❏Replace wiper blades❏Rotate tires (except 350Z)
❏Optional: flush automatic transmission (flush with ATF)
❏Inspect the following:
__ All lights
__ Axle & suspension parts
__ Brake lines & cables
__ Brake pads, rotors, drums &
linings
__ Cruise control vacuum hoses
__ Drive shaft boots
3
__ Exhaust system__ Front suspension ball joints
__ Fuel lines/connections
__ Fuel tank vapor vent system hoses
__ Headlights/adjust if necessary
__ Propeller shaft (4WD/AWD)
__ Steering gear and linkage
__ Steering linkage ball joints
30,000 MILES OR 24 MONTHS
Equipment varies by model. Perform only those operations that apply to your vehicle.2424
Dealer Verified Service Stamp
Dealer name: _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _
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