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ENGINE OIL
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2. Install oil pressure gauge and hose.
3. Check engine oil level. Refer to LU-5, "
ENGINE OIL LEVEL" .
4. Start engine and warm it up to normal operating temperature.
5. Check oil pressure with engine running under no-load.
NOTE:
When engine oil temperature is low, engine oil pressure becomes high.
Engine oil pressure [Engine oil temperature at 80°C (176°F)]
If difference is extreme, check oil passage and oil pump for oil leaks.
6. After the inspections, install oil pressure switch as follows:
a. Remove old liquid gasket adhering to oil pressure switch and engine.
b. Apply liquid gasket and tighten oil pressure switch to specification.
Use Genuine Silicone RTV Sealant or equivalent. Refer to GI-46, "
RECOMMENDED CHEMICAL
PRODUCTS AND SEALANTS" .
c. Check engine oil level. Refer to LU-5, "
ENGINE OIL LEVEL" .
d. After warming up engine, make sure there are no engine leaks of oil with running engine.
Changing Engine OilEBS00T72
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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, 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.Tool number : ST25051001 (J-25695-1)
: ST25052000 (J-25695-2)
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Engine speed
rpm Approximate discharge pressure
kPa (bar, kg/cm2 , psi)
Idle speed More than 60 (0.60, 0.61, 9)
2,000 More than 200 (2.0, 2.0, 29)
Oil pressure switch : 14.7 N·m (1.5 kg-m, 11 ft-lb)

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3. Loosen oil filler cap (1) and then remove drain plug (2).

Oil filter (3)

⇐ Engine front
4. Drain engine oil.
5. Install drain plug (2) with new washer. Refer to EM-24, "
Compo-
nents" .
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 LUBRI-
CANTS" .
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"
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MA-1
MAINTENANCE
L MAINTENANCE
CONTENTS
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Revision: June 20062007 Versa PRECAUTIONS .......................................................... 3
Precautions for Supplemental Restraint System
(SRS) “AIR BAG” and “SEAT BELT PRE-TEN-
SIONER” .................................................................. 3
PREPARATION ........................................................... 4
Special Service Tools ............................................... 4
Commercial Service Tools ........................................ 4
GENERAL MAINTENANCE ....................................... 5
Explanation of General Maintenance ....................... 5
General Maintenance ............................................... 5
PERIODIC MAINTENANCE ....................................... 7
Introduction of Periodic Maintenance ....................... 7
Schedule 1 ............................................................... 7
EMISSION CONTROL SYSTEM MAINTE-
NANCE .................................................................. 7
CHASSIS AND BODY MAINTENANCE ............... 8
Schedule 2 ............................................................... 9
EMISSION CONTROL SYSTEM MAINTE-
NANCE .................................................................. 9
CHASSIS AND BODY MAINTENANCE ............. 10
RECOMMENDED FLUIDS AND LUBRICANTS .......11
Fluids and Lubricants ..............................................11
SAE Viscosity Number ........................................... 12
Anti-freeze Coolant Mixture Ratio .......................... 12
ENGINE MAINTENANCE ......................................... 13
Drive Belts .............................................................. 13
Checking Drive Belts .............................................. 13
Tension Adjustment ................................................ 13
Changing Engine Coolant ...................................... 13
DRAINING ENGINE COOLANT ......................... 13
REFILLING ENGINE COOLANT ........................ 14
FLUSHING COOLING SYSTEM ......................... 15
Inspection ............................................................... 15
LEVEL CHECK ................................................... 15
CHECKING COOLING SYSTEM FOR LEAKS ... 15
Checking Fuel Lines ............................................... 15
Changing Air Cleaner Filter .................................... 16
REMOVAL ........................................................... 16
INSPECTION AFTER REMOVAL ....................... 16
INSTALLATION ................................................... 16Changing Engine Oil ............................................... 16
Engine Oil Filter ...................................................... 17
REMOVAL ........................................................... 17
INSTALLATION ................................................... 17
INSPECTION AFTER INSTALLATION ................ 18
Changing Spark Plugs ............................................ 18
............................................................................ 18
INSPECTION AFTER REMOVAL ....................... 18
INSTALLATION ................................................... 19
Checking EVAP Vapor Lines .................................. 19
CHASSIS AND BODY MAINTENANCE ................... 20
Changing In-cabin Microfilter .................................. 20
Checking Exhaust System ...................................... 20
Checking CVT Fluid ................................................ 20
FLUID LEVEL CHECK ........................................ 20
FLUID CONDITION CHECK ............................... 21
Changing CVT Fluid ............................................... 21
Checking Clutch Fluid Level and Leaks ................. 22
Checking Clutch System ........................................ 22
Checking M/T Oil .................................................... 22
OIL LEAKAGE AND OIL LEVEL ......................... 22
Changing M/T Oil .................................................... 22
DRAINING ........................................................... 22
FILLING ............................................................... 22
Checking A/T Fluid ................................................. 22
Changing A/T Fluid ................................................. 23
Balancing Wheels ................................................... 24
Rotation .................................................................. 24
Checking Brake Fluid Level and Leaks .................. 24
Checking Brake Lines and Cables ......................... 24
Changing Brake Fluid ............................................. 25
Checking Disc Brake .............................................. 25
ROTOR ................................................................ 25
CALIPER ............................................................. 25
PAD ..................................................................... 25
WHEEL CYLINDER ............................................ 26
LINING ................................................................ 26
Axle and Suspension Parts .................................... 26
Drive Shaft .............................................................. 27

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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
Section -
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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)
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-
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Tire rotation NOTE (3)WT-6
Front drive shaft boots I I I IMA-27

MA-10
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(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 belt if found
damaged or if the auto belt tensioner reading reaches the maximum limit.
(2) Maintenance-free item.
(3) After 60,000 miles (96,000 km) or 48 months, replace every 30,000 miles (48,000 km) or 24 months.
(4) 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.
(1) Using transmission fluid other than Genuine NISSAN CVT Fluid NS-2 will damage the CVT, which is not covered by the NIS-
SAN new vehicle limited warranty.
(2) Refer to “Tire rotation” under the “GENERAL MAINTENANCE” heading earlier in this section.Spark plugs (Iridium/plati-
num-tipped type)Replace every 105,000 miles (169,000 km)MA-18
Intake and exhaust valve
clearance)NOTE (4)EM-107, "Valve Clear-
ance"
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
MAINTENANCE OPERATIONMAINTENANCE INTERVAL
Reference Sec-
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Content Title Perform at number of miles, kilo-
meters 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
Brake lines & cables I I I IMA-24
Brake pads, rotors, drums & lin-
ings IIIIMA-25
Manual transaxle oil or automatic
transaxle fluidIIIIMA-22 or MA-22
CVT fluid NOTE (1) IIIIMA-20
Steering gear & linkage, axle &
suspension partsIIMA-26, PS-13
Tire rotation NOTE (2)MA-24
Front drive shaft boots I I I IMA-27
Exhaust system I IMA-20
In-cabin microfilter R R R RMA-20

RECOMMENDED FLUIDS AND LUBRICANTS
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*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

MA-12
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%

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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
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Be careful not to burn yourself, as engine oil may be hot.
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