2006 NISSAN VERSA engine oil

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GENERAL MAINTENANCE
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UNDER THE HOOD AND VEHICLE
The maintenance items listed here should be checked periodically (e.g. each time you check the engine oil or refuel).Accelerator pedalCheck the pedal for smooth operation and make sure the pedal does not catch
or require uneven effort. Keep the floor mats away from the pedal.—
Clutch pedalMake sure the pedal operates smoothly and check that it has the proper free
play.MA-22
BrakesCheck that the brake does not pull the vehicle to one side when applied. —
Brake pedal and
boosterCheck the pedal for smooth operation and make sure it has the proper distance
under it when depressed fully. Check the brake booster function. Be sure to
keep floor mats away from the pedal.BR-6, "
Inspection and
Adjustment" and BR-19,
"On-board Inspection"
Parking brakeCheck that the lever has the proper travel and make sure that the vehicle is held
securely on a fairly steep hill when only the parking brake is applied.PB-4, "INSPECTION"
Automatic transaxle
“Park” mechanismCheck that the lock release button on the selector lever operates properly and
smoothly. On a fairly steep hill check that the vehicle is held securely with the
selector lever in the “P” position without applying any brakes.—
CVT P (Park) position
mechanismOn a fairly steep hill check that the vehicle is held securely with the selector
lever in the “P” position without applying any brakes.— ItemReference page
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Windshield
washer fluidCheck that there is adequate fluid in the tank. —
Engine coolant
levelCheck the coolant level when the engine is cold.CO-8, "
LEVEL CHECK"
A/C condenser,
radiator and
hosesCheck the front of the condenser and radiator and clean off any dirt, insects,
leaves, etc., that may have accumulated. Make sure the radiator hoses have no
cracks, deformation, deterioration or loose connections.—
Brake and clutch
fluid levelsMake sure that the brake and clutch fluid levels are between the “MAX” and “MIN”
lines on the reservoirs.BR-9, "
CHECKING BRAKE
FLUID LEVEL" and MA-22,
"Checking Clutch Fluid
Level and Leaks"
BatteryCheck the fluid level in each cell. It should be between the “MAX” and “MIN” lines.
Vehicles operated in high temperatures or under severe conditions require fre-
quent checks of the battery fluid level.—
Engine drive beltsMake sure that no belt is frayed, worn, cracked or oily.MA-13
Engine oil levelCheck the level on the dipstick after parking the vehicle on a level spot and turning
off the engine.LU-5, "ENGINE OIL
LEVEL"
Automatic tran-
saxle fluid levelCheck the level on the dipstick after putting the selector lever in “P” with the
engine idling.MA-20 and MA-22
Exhaust systemMake sure there are no loose supports, cracks or holes. If the sound of the
exhaust seems unusual or there is a smell of exhaust fumes, immediately locate
the trouble and correct it.MA-20
UnderbodyThe underbody is frequently exposed to corrosive substances such as those used
on icy roads or to control dust. It is very important to remove these substances,
otherwise rust will form on the floor pan, frame, fuel lines and around the exhaust
system. At the end of winter, the underbody should be thoroughly flushed with
plain water, being careful to clean those areas where mud and dirt can easily
accumulate.—
Fluid leaksCheck under the vehicle for fuel, oil, water or other fluid leaks after the vehicle has
been parked for a while. Water dripping from the air conditioner after use is nor-
mal. If you should notice any leaks or gasoline fumes are evident, check for the
cause and correct it immediately.—

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Introduction of Periodic MaintenanceELS001YD
Two different maintenance schedules are provided, and should be used, depending upon the conditions in
which the vehicle is mainly operated. After 60,000 miles (96,000 km) or 48 months, continue the periodic
maintenance at the same mileage/time intervals.
Schedule 1ELS001YE
EMISSION CONTROL SYSTEM MAINTENANCE
Abbreviations: R = Replace. I = Inspect. Correct or replace if necessary. [ ]: At the mileage intervals only Schedule 1Follow Periodic Maintenance Schedule 1 if your driving habits frequently includes
one or more of the following driving conditions:

Repeated short trips of less than 5 miles (8 km).

Repeated short trips of less than 10 miles (16 km) with outside temperatures
remaining below freezing.

Operating in hot weather in stop-and-go “rush hour” traffic.

Extensive idling and/or low speed driving for long distances, such as police,
taxi or door-to-door delivery use.

Driving in dusty conditions.

Driving on rough, muddy, or salt spread roads.

Towing a trailer, using a camper or a car-top carrier.Emission Control Sys-
tem MaintenanceMA-7
Chassis and Body
Maintenance
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Schedule 2Follow Periodic Maintenance Schedule 2 if none of the driving conditions shown
in Schedule 1 apply to your driving habits.Emission Control Sys-
tem MaintenanceMA-9Chassis and Body
MaintenanceMA-10
MAINTENANCE OPERATIONMAINTENANCE INTERVAL
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Page or - Content Title Perform at number of
miles, kilometers or
months, whichever
comes first.Miles x
1,000
(km x 1,000)
Months3.75
(6)
37.5
(12)
611 . 2 5
(18)
915
(24)
1218.75
(30)
1522.5
(36)
1826.25
(42)
2130
(48)
24
Drive belt NOTE (1)MA-13
Air cleaner filter NOTE (2) [R]MA-16
EVAP vapor linesI*MA-19
Fuel linesI*MA-15
Fuel filter NOTE (3)—
Engine coolant NOTE (4)MA-13
Engine oil R R R R R R R RMA-16
Engine oil filter (Use
genuine oil filter or
equivalent)RRRRRRRRMA-17
Spark plugs (Iridium/
platinum-tipped type)Replace every 105,000 miles (169,000 km)MA-18
Intake and exhaust
valve clearance NOTE (5)EM-107, "Va lv e C l e a r -
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PERIODIC MAINTENANCE
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Abbreviations: R = Replace. I = Inspect. Correct or replace if necessary. [ ]: At the mileage intervals only
(1) After 60,000 miles (96,000 km) or 48 months, inspect every 15,000 miles (24,000 km) or 12 months. Replace the drive belts if found
damaged.
(2) If operating mainly in dusty conditions, more frequent maintenance may be required.
(3) Maintenance-free item. For service procedures, go to the FL section.
(4) After 60,000 miles (96,000 km) or 48 months, replace every 30,000 miles (48,000 km) or 24 months.
(5) If valve noise increases, inspect valve clearance.
* Maintenance items and intervals with “*” are recommended by NISSAN for reliable vehicle operation. The owner need not perform
such maintenance in order to maintain the emission warranty or manufacturer recall liability. Other maintenance items and intervals are
required.
CHASSIS AND BODY MAINTENANCE
Abbreviations: R = Replace. I = Inspect. Correct or replace if necessary. L = Lubricate. MAINTENANCE OPERATIONMAINTENANCE INTERVAL
Reference Section -
Page or - Content Title Perform at number of
miles, kilometers or
months, whichever
comes first.Miles x
1,000
(km x
1,000)
Months33.75
(54)
2737.5
(60)
3041.25
(66)
3345
(72)
3648.75
(78)
3952.5
(84)
4256.25
(90)
4560
(96)
48
Drive beltNOTE
(1)I*MA-13
Air cleaner filterNOTE
(2)[R]MA-16
EVAP vapor linesI*MA-19
Fuel linesI*MA-15
Fuel filterNOTE
(3)—
Engine coolantNOTE
(4)R*MA-13
Engine oil R R R R R R R RMA-16
Engine oil filter (Use
genuine oil filter or
equivalent)RRRRRRRRMA-17
Spark plugs (Iridium/
platinum-tipped type)Replace every 105,000 miles (169,000 km)MA-18
Intake and exhaust
valve clearance NOTE
(5)EM-107
MAINTENANCE OPERATIONMAINTENANCE INTERVAL
Reference
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Page or -
Content Title Perform at number of
miles, kilometers or
months, whichever
comes first.Miles x
1,000
(km x
1,000)
Months3.75
(6)
37.5
(12)
611 . 2 5
(18)
915
(24)
1218.75
(30)
1522.5
(36)
1826.25
(42)
2130
(48)
24
Brake lines & cables I IMA-24
Brake pads, rotors,
drums & liningsIIIIMA-25
Manual transaxle oil
or automatic tran-
saxle fluidNOTE (1) I IMA-20 , MA-
22 or MA-22
CVT fluid NOTE (2) I I
Steering gear & link-
age, axle & suspen-
sion partsIIIIMA-26
, PS-
13
Tire rotation NOTE (3)WT-6
Front drive shaft boots I I I IMA-27

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Abbreviations: R = Replace. I = Inspect. Correct or replace if necessary. L = Lubricate.
(1) If towing a trailer, using a camper or a car-top carrier, or driving on rough or muddy roads, change (not just inspect) oil (exc. LSD) at
every 30,000 miles (48,000 km) or 24 months, and change LSD gear oil every 15,000 miles (24,000 km) or 12 months.
(2) If towing a trailer, using a camper or a car-top carrier, or driving on rough or muddy roads, inspect CVT fluid deterioration with CON-
SULT-II every 60,000 miles (96,000 km), then change CVT fluid NS-2 if necessary. If CONSULT-II is not available, change (not just
inspect) CVT fluid NS-2 every 60,000 miles (96,000 km). Using transmission fluid other than Genuine NISSAN CVT Fluid NS-2 will
damage the CVT, which is not covered by the NISSAN new vehicle limited warranty.
(3) Refer to “Tire rotation” under the “GENERAL MAINTENANCE” heading earlier in this section.
Schedule 2ELS001YF
EMISSION CONTROL SYSTEM MAINTENANCE
Abbreviations: R = Replace. I = Inspect. Correct or replace if necessary. [ ]: At the mileage intervals only Exhaust system I I I IMA-20
In-cabin microfilter R RMA-20
MAINTENANCE OPERATIONMAINTENANCE INTERVAL
Reference
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Page or -
Content Title Perform at number of
miles, kilometers or
months, whichever
comes first.Miles x
1,000
(km x
1,000)
Months3.75
(6)
37.5
(12)
611 .2 5
(18)
915
(24)
1218.75
(30)
1522.5
(36)
1826.25
(42)
2130
(48)
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MAINTENANCE OPERATIONMAINTENANCE INTERVAL
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Content Title Perform at number of
miles, kilometers or
months, whichever
comes first.Miles x
1,000
(km x
1,000)
Months33.75
(54)
2737.5
(60)
3041.25
(66)
3345
(72)
3648.75
(78)
3952.5
(84)
4256.25
(90)
4560
(96)
48
Brake lines & cables I IMA-24
Brake pads, rotors,
drums & liningsII I IMA-25
Manual transaxle oil or
automatic transaxle fluidNOTE (1) I IMA-22 or MA-22
CVT fluid NOTE (2) I IMA-20
Steering gear & linkage,
axle & suspension partsII I IMA-26, PS-13
Tire rotation NOTE (3)MA-24
Front drive shaft boots I I I IMA-27
Exhaust system I I I IMA-20
In-cabin microfilter R RMA-20
MAINTENANCE OPERATIONMAINTENANCE INTERVAL
Reference
Section - Page
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Title Perform at number of miles,
kilometers or months,
whichever comes first.Miles x
1,000
(km x
1,000)
Months7.5
(12)
615
(24)
1222.5
(36)
1830
(48)
2437.5
(60)
3045
(72)
3652.5
(84)
4260
(96)
48
Drive belt NOTE (1) I*MA-13
Air cleaner filter [R] [R]MA-16
EVAP vapor lines I* I*MA-19
Fuel lines I* I*MA-15
Fuel filter NOTE (2)—
Engine coolant NOTE (3) R*MA-13
Engine oil R R R R R R R RMA-16
Engine oil filter (Use genu-
ine oil filter or equivalent.)RR R RRRRRMA-17

RECOMMENDED FLUIDS AND LUBRICANTS
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RECOMMENDED FLUIDS AND LUBRICANTSPFP:00000
Fluids and LubricantsELS001YG
*1: For further details, see “SAE Viscosity Number”.
*2: DEXRONTM III / MERCONTM , or equivalent may also be used. Outside the continental United States and Alaska contact a NISSAN
dealership for more information regarding suitable fluids, including recommended brand(s) of DEXRONTM III / MERCONTM Automatic
Transmission Fluid.
*3: Using transaxle fluid other than Genuine NISSAN CVT Fluid NS-2 will damage the CVT, which is not covered by the NISSAN
new vehicle limited warranty.
*4: Available in mainland U.S.A. through your NISSAN dealer.
*5: For further details, see “Air conditioner specification label”.DescriptionCapacity (Approximate)
Recommended Fluids/Lubricants
Liter US measure Imp measure
Fuel 50.0 13 1/4 gal 11 galUnleaded gasoline with an octane rating of
at least 87 AKI (RON 91)
Engine oil
Drain and refillWith oil filter
change3.9 4 1/8 qt 3 3/8 qt

API Certification Mark *2 *3

API grade SH, SJ, SL or SM, Energy
Conserving *2 *3

ILSAC grade GF-2, GF-3 & GF-4 *2 *3 Without oil fil-
ter change3.7 3 7/8 qt 3 1/4 qt
Dry engine (engine overhaul) 4.9 5 1/8 qt 4 3/8 qt
Cooling system
(with reservoir at max level)6.8 7 1/4 qt 6 qtGenuine NISSAN Long Life Anti-freeze
Coolant or equivalent
Manual transaxle fluid (MTF) 2.0 4 1/4 pt 3 1/2 ptELF XT4447 M+ 75W-80 or API GL-4, Vis-
cosity SAE 75W-80
Automatic transaxle fluid (ATF) 7.9 8 3/8 qt 7 qtGenuine NISSAN Matic “D” ATF (Conti-
nental U.S. and Alaska) or Canada NIS-
SAN Automatic Transmission Fluid *2
CVT fluid 8.3 8 3/4 qt 7 1/4 qt Genuine NISSAN CVT Fluid NS-2 *3
Brake and clutch fluid — — —Genuine NISSAN Super Heavy Duty
Brake Fluid*4 or equivalent DOT 3 (US
FMVSS No. 116)
Multi-purpose grease — — — NLGI No. 2 (Lithium soap base)
Windshield washer fluid 4.5 4 3/4 qt 4 qtGenuine NISSAN Windshield Washer
Concentrate Cleaner & Anti-Freeze or
equivalent
Air conditioning system refrigerant 0.45 ± 0.05 kg 0.99 ± 0.11 lb 0.99 ± 0.11 lb HFC-134a (R-134a) *5
Air conditioning
system oilType 1
120 m4.1 fl oz 4.2 fl ozNISSAN A/C System Lubricant Type R or
equivalent *5
Type 2
100 m3.4 fl oz 3.5 fl ozNISSAN A/C System Lubricant Type S or
equivalent *5

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RECOMMENDED FLUIDS AND LUBRICANTS
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SAE Viscosity NumberELS001YH
SAE 5W-30 viscosity oil is preferred for all temperatures. SAE 10W-
30 and 10W-40 viscosity oil may be used if the ambient temperature
is above −18°C (0°F).
NOTE:
Use of 5W-30 viscosity oil will increase fuel economy.
Anti-freeze Coolant Mixture RatioELS001YI
The engine cooling system is filled at the factory with a high-quality, long life, year-round, anti-freeze coolant
solution. The anti-freeze solution contains rust and corrosion inhibitors. Therefore, additional cooling system
additives are not necessary.
CAUTION:

When adding or replacing coolant, be sure to use only a Genuine NISSAN Long Life Anti-Freeze
coolant or equivalent with the proper mixture ratio.

The use of other types of coolant solutions may damage the engine cooling system.
MMA117AA
Maximum outside temperature Genuine NISSAN Anti-freeze
Coolant or equivalentDemineralized water or distilled
water
°C°F
-35 -30 50% 50%

MA-16
ENGINE MAINTENANCE
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Changing Air Cleaner FilterELS001Y0
REMOVAL
1. Push the tabs (A) of both ends of the air cleaner cover (1) into
the inside (B).
2. Pull up the air cleaner cover forward (C) and remove it.
3. Remove the air cleaner filter (1) and holder (2) assembly from
the air cleaner case.
4. Remove the air cleaner filter from the holder.
INSPECTION AFTER REMOVAL
It is necessary to clean air cleaner filter or replace it at the recommended intervals, more often under dusty
driving conditions. Refer to MA-7, "
PERIODIC MAINTENANCE" .

Blow air into the back side of air cleaner filter until no any object
sprays out.
INSTALLATION
Note the following, and install in the reverse order of removal.

Install the air cleaner cover (1) in the direction shown in the fig-
ure.

Air cleaner filter (2)

Holder (3)
Changing Engine OilELS0020M
WAR NIN G:

Be careful not to burn yourself, as engine oil may be hot.
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ENGINE MAINTENANCE
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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, park vehicle on a level surface and check for engine oil leakage from engine compo-
nents. Refer to LU-5, "
ENGINE OIL LEAKAGE" .
2. Stop engine and wait for 10 minutes.
3. Loosen oil filler cap (1) and then remove drain plug (2).

Oil filter (3)

Vehicle front
4. Drain engine oil.
5. Install drain plug (2) with new washer. Refer to EM-24, "
OIL
PA N"
CAUTION:
Be sure to clean drain plug (2) and install with new washer.
6. Refill with new engine oil. Refer to MA-11, "
RECOMMENDED
FLUIDS AND LUBRICANTS" .
CAUTION:

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

Always use oil level gauge to determine the proper
amount of engine oil in the engine.
7. Warm up engine and check area around drain plug (2) and oil fil-
ter (3) for engine oil leakage.
8. Stop engine and wait for 10 minutes.
9. Check the engine oil level. Refer to LU-5, "
ENGINE OIL LEVEL"
.
Engine Oil FilterELS0020N
REMOVAL
1. Remove oil filter using Tool (A).

⇐ Front
CAUTION:

Oil filter is provided with relief valve. Use Genuine NIS-
SAN Oil Filter or equivalent.

Be careful not to get burned when engine and engine oil
may be hot.

When removing, prepare a shop cloth to absorb any
engine oil leakage or spillage.

Do not allow engine oil to adhere to drive belt.

Completely wipe off any engine oil that adheres to engine and vehicle.
INSTALLATION
1. Remove foreign materials adhering to the oil filter installation surface.
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Tool number : KV10115801 (J-38956)
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