CHANGING ENGINE OILChange the engine oil and filter according to the
maintenance log shown in the Service and Main-
tenance Guide.
1. Park the vehicle on a level surface and apply
the parking brake.
2. Run the engine until it reaches operating
temperature.
3. Turn the engine off andwait more than 10
minutes.
4. Place a large drain pan under the drain plug
1.5. Remove the oil filler cap
2.
6. Remove the drain plug
1with a wrench and
completely drain the oil.
If oil filter is to be changed, remove and
replace it at this time. See later in this section
for changing engine oil filter.
WARNING
Be careful not to burn yourself, as the
engine oil is hot.
Waste oil must be disposed of properly.
Check your local regulations.
7. Clean and re-install the drain plug
1
with a
new washer. Securely tighten the drain plug
with a wrench.
Drain plug tightening torque:
29 to 39 N⋅m (3.0 to 4.0 kg-m, 22 to 29
ft-lb)
Do not use excessive force.
8. Refill engine with recommended oil and in-
stall the cap securely.
CAUTION
Never pull out the oil level gauge while
filling engine oil.
See “Capacities and recommended
fuel/lubricants” in the “9. Technical and con-
sumer information” section for drain and refill
capacity. The drain and refill capacity de-
pends on the oil temperature and drain time.
Use these specifications for reference only.
Always use the dipstick to determine the
proper amount of oil in the engine.
9. Start the engine.
Check for leakage around the drain plug.
Correct as required.
10. Turn the engine off andwait more than 10
minutes. Check the oil level with the dip-
stick. Add engine oil if necessary.
11. Dispose of waste oil properly.
WARNING
Prolonged and repeated contact with
SDI1318B
Maintenance and do-it-yourself
8-11
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9 Technical and consumer informationCapacities and recommended fuel/lubricants .............. 9-2
Fuel recommendation .................................................... 9-3
Engine oil and oil filter recommendation .................. 9-5
Recommended SAE viscosity number ...................... 9-6
Air conditioning system refrigerant and lubricant
recommendations ........................................................... 9-6
Specifications ........................................................................ 9-7
Engine ................................................................................ 9-7
Wheels and tires ............................................................. 9-8
Dimensions and weights ............................................... 9-8
When traveling or registering your vehicle in another
country ..................................................................................... 9-9
Vehicle identification ............................................................ 9-9
Vehicle identification number (VIN) plate ................. 9-9
Vehicle identification number (Chassis number) .... 9-9
Engine serial number ................................................... 9-10
C.M.V.S.S. certification label ..................................... 9-10
Emission control information label ........................... 9-10
Tire and loading information label ............................ 9-11Air conditioner specification label ............................ 9-11
Vehicle loading information ............................................. 9-11
Terms ............................................................................... 9-11
Vehicle load capacity .................................................. 9-12
Loading tips ................................................................... 9-14
Payload weight capacity ............................................. 9-14
Measurement of weights ............................................ 9-15
Towing a trailer ................................................................... 9-15
Maximum load limits .................................................... 9-16
Towing load/specification chart ............................... 9-18
Towing safety ................................................................ 9-18
Flat towing ....................................................................... 9-21
Uniform tire quality grading ............................................. 9-22
Emission control system warranty ................................. 9-23
Readiness for inspection/maintenance (I/M) test ...... 9-23
Event data recorders ......................................................... 9-24
Owner’s manual/service manual order information ... 9-25
In the event of a collision ........................................... 9-25
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The following are approximate capacities. The actual refill capacities may be a little different. When refilling, follow the procedure
instructed in the “8. Maintenance and do-it-yourself” section to determine the proper refill capacity.
Capacity (Approximate)
Recommended
specifications US
measureImp
measureLiter
Fuel 15-7/8 gal 13-1/4 gal 60 Unleaded gasoline with an octane rating of at least 87 AKI (RON 91)*1
Engine oil*5
Drain and refill
With oil filter change 4-1/8 qt 3-3/8 qt 3.9API Certification Mark*2, *3
API grade SG, Energy Conserving II or API grade SH, SJ or SL, Energy Conserving*2, *3
ILSAC grade GF-II & GF-III*2, *3 Without oil filter change 3-3/4 qt 3-1/8 qt 3.5
Cooling system
With reservoir 7-1/2 qt 6-1/4 qt 7.1 Genuine NISSAN Long Life Antifreeze/Coolant or equivalent
Differential gear oil — — — API GL-5, Viscosity SAE 80W-90*4
Manual transmission gear oil — — —Genuine NISSAN Manual Transmission Fluid (MTF) HQ Multi 75W-85 or API GL-4, Viscosity
SAE 75W-85
Automatic transmission fluid — — —CANADA NISSAN Automatic Transmission Fluid (ATF), DEXRON
TMIII/MERCON
TMor equiva-
lent ATF
Transfer fluid — — — API GL-5, Viscosity SAE 80W-90
Power steering fluid (PSF)
Refill to the proper oil level according to the instructions in
the “8. Maintenance and do-it-yourself” section.CANADA NISSAN Automatic Transmission Fluid (ATF), DEXRON
TMIII/MERCON
TMor equiva-
lent ATF
Brake and clutch fluidGenuine NISSAN Super Heavy Duty Brake Fluid or equivalent DOT 3
Multi-purpose grease — — — NLGI No. 2 (Lithium soap base)
Air conditioning system refrigerant — — — HFC-134a (R-134a)*6
Air conditioning system lubricants — — —NISSAN A/C System Oil
Type S or exact equivalent
Windshield washer fluidGenuine NISSAN Windshield Washer Concentrate
Cleaner & Antifreeze Fluid or equivalent
*1: For additional information, see later in this paragraph for fuel recommendation.
*2: For additional information, see later in this paragraph for engine oil and oil filter recommendation.
*3: For additional information, see later in this paragraph for recommended SAE viscosity number.
*4: For hot climates, viscosity SAE 90 is suitable for ambient temperatures above 0°C (32°F).
*5: For additional information, see “Engine oil” in the “8. Maintenance and do-it-yourself” section for changing engine oil.
*6: For additional information, see “Vehicle identification” in this section for air conditioner specification label.CAPACITIES AND
RECOMMENDED FUEL/
LUBRICANTS9-2
Technical and consumer information
06.4.14/T30-J/V5.0
Compact Disc (CD) player (See audio
system) ............................................................. 4-27, 4-30
Console box................................................................ 2-31
Control panel buttons (models with navigation
system) ........................................................................... 4-2
Controls
Control panel buttons (display with navigation
system)..................................................................... 4-2
Heater and air conditioner controls
(automatic) .............................................................. 4-8
Coolant
Capacities and recommended fuel/
lubricants ................................................................. 9-2
Changing engine coolant .................................... 8-9
Checking engine coolant level........................... 8-8
Corrosion protection ................................................... 7-5
Cover, Tonneau cover .............................................. 2-34
Cruise control............................................................. 5-16
Cup holders ................................................................ 2-28
D
Daytime running light system ................................. 2-19
Defroster switch, Rear window and outside
mirror defroster switch ............................................. 2-17
Dimensions and weights ............................................ 9-8
Display controls (See control panel buttons),
With navigation system .............................................. 4-2
Door open warning light ............................................ 2-8
Drive belts ................................................................... 8-17
Driving
Cold weather driving ......................................... 5-28
Driving with automatic transmission .............. 5-10
Driving with manual transmission ................... 5-14On-pavement and offroad driving ..................... 5-4
Precautions when starting and driving ............ 5-2
Safety precautions ................................................ 5-4
E
Economy, Fuel............................................................ 5-18
Emission control information label ........................ 9-10
Emission control system warranty......................... 9-23
Engine
Before starting the engine .................................. 5-9
Break-in schedule............................................... 5-18
Capacities and recommended fuel/
lubricants ................................................................. 9-2
Changing engine coolant .................................... 8-9
Changing engine oil ........................................... 8-11
Changing engine oil filter ................................. 8-12
Checking engine coolant level........................... 8-8
Checking engine oil level ................................. 8-10
Coolant temperature gauge ............................... 2-5
Engine block heater ........................................... 5-30
Engine compartment check locations.............. 8-7
Engine cooling system ......................................... 8-8
Engine oil .............................................................. 8-10
Engine oil and oil filter recommendation......... 9-5
Engine oil viscosity ............................................... 9-5
Engine serial number ......................................... 9-10
Engine specifications ........................................... 9-7
If your vehicle overheats ...................................... 6-9
Starting the engine ............................................... 5-9
Event data recorders ................................................ 9-24
Exhaust gas (Carbon monoxide).............................. 5-2F
Filter
Air cleaner housing filter ................................... 8-18
Changing engine oil filter ................................. 8-12
Flashers (See hazard warning flasher switch) ... 2-21
Flat tire............................................................................ 6-2
Floor mat cleaning ....................................................... 7-4
Fluid
Automatic transmission fluid (ATF) ................ 8-13
Brake and clutch fluid ....................................... 8-14
Capacities and recommended fuel/
lubricants ................................................................. 9-2
Engine coolant ....................................................... 8-8
Engine oil .............................................................. 8-10
Power steering fluid ........................................... 8-14
Window washer fluid ......................................... 8-15
FM-AM radio with cassette player and
Compact Disc (CD) changer ................................. 4-19
FM-AM radio with Compact Disc (CD)
player ................................................................ 4-25, 4-29
Fog light switch ......................................................... 2-20
Four-wheel drive (4WD).......................................... 5-19
Four-wheel drive (4WD), 4WD mode switch
operations.................................................................... 5-20
Front manual seat adjustment .................................. 1-2
Front power seat adjustment .................................... 1-4
Fuel
Capacities and recommended fuel/
lubricants ................................................................. 9-2
Fuel economy ...................................................... 5-18
Fuel octane rating ................................................. 9-3
Fuel recommendation ........................................... 9-3
Gauge ...................................................................... 2-6
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10-2
Under the hood and vehicle ............................... 8-4
Malfunction indicator lamp (MIL) ........................... 2-10
Manual front seat adjustment ................................... 1-2
Map light...................................................................... 2-40
Meters and gauges ..................................................... 2-3
Meters and gauges, Instrument brightness
control .......................................................................... 2-19
Mirror
Inside rearview mirror ........................................ 3-11
Outside rearview mirrors .................................. 3-12
Vanity mirror ......................................................... 3-13
N
Net, Cargo net ........................................................... 2-33
New vehicle break-in ................................................ 5-18
NISSAN Vehicle Immobilizer System ................... 2-14
Engine start............................................................. 5-8
O
Odometer ....................................................................... 2-4
Oil
Capacities and recommended fuel/
lubricants ................................................................. 9-2
Changing engine oil ........................................... 8-11
Checking engine oil level ................................. 8-10
Engine oil .............................................................. 8-10
Engine oil viscosity ............................................... 9-5
Outside rearview mirrors ......................................... 3-12
Overdrive switch........................................................ 5-13
Overheat, If your vehicle overheats ......................... 6-9
Owner’s Manual/Service Manual order
information................................................................... 9-25P
Parking
Brake check ......................................................... 8-21
Parking brake check .......................................... 5-15
Parking brake operation .................................... 5-15
Parking on hills .................................................... 5-15
Parking/parking on hills ........................................... 5-23
Phone, Car phone or CB radio ............................. 4-32
Power
Front seat adjustment .......................................... 1-4
Power outlet ......................................................... 2-25
Power steering fluid ........................................... 8-14
Power steering system ...................................... 5-24
Power windows................................................... 2-35
Pre-tensioner seat belt system .............................. 1-45
Precautions
Audio operation ................................................... 4-14
Braking precautions ........................................... 5-24
Child restraints .................................................... 1-20
Cruise control ...................................................... 5-16
Driving safety .......................................................... 5-4
Maintenance ........................................................... 8-5
On-pavement and offroad driving ..................... 5-4
Seat belt usage ................................................... 1-11
Supplemental restraint system ........................ 1-37
When starting and driving .................................. 5-2
Push starting ................................................................. 6-9
R
Radio
Car phone or CB radio ..................................... 4-32FM-AM radio with cassette player and
Compact Disc (CD) changer .......................... 4-19
FM-AM radio with Compact Disc
(CD) player ............................................... 4-25, 4-29
Rear center seat belt................................................ 1-19
Rear door lock, Child safety rear door lock.......... 3-4
Rear power point....................................................... 2-25
Rear seat adjustment .................................................. 1-6
Rear window and outside mirror defroster
switch ........................................................................... 2-17
Rear window wiper and washer switch .............. 2-16
Registering your vehicle in another country.......... 9-9
Remote keyless entry system ................................... 3-5
Rollover........................................................................... 5-3
S
Safety
Child seat belts ................................................... 1-14
Towing safety....................................................... 9-18
Seat belt warning chime ............................................ 2-9
Seat belt warning light ............................................. 1-11
Seat adjustment
Front manual seat adjustment............................ 1-2
Front power seat adjustment ............................. 1-4
Rear seat adjustment ........................................... 1-6
Seat belt(s)
Child safety .......................................................... 1-14
Injured persons.................................................... 1-15
Larger children .................................................... 1-14
Pre-tensioner seat belt system ....................... 1-45
Precautions on seat belt usage ...................... 1-11
Pregnant women ................................................. 1-15
Rear center seat belt ......................................... 1-19
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10-4
FUEL RECOMMENDATION:Use unleaded regular gasoline with an oc-
tane rating of at least 87 AKI (Anti-Knock
Index) number (Research octane number
91).
CAUTION
Using a fuel other than that specified
could adversely affect the emission
control systems, and may also affect
warranty coverage.
Under no circumstances should a
leaded gasoline be used, since this
will damage the three way catalyst.
Do not use E-85 fuel in your vehicle.
Your vehicle is not designed to run
on E-85 fuel. Using E-85 fuel can
damage the fuel system components
and is not covered by the NISSAN
vehicle limited warranty.
For additional information, see “Capacities and
recommended fuel/lubricants” in the “9. Techni-
cal and consumer information” section.
ENGINE OIL RECOMMENDATION:API Certification Mark
API grade SG, Energy Conserving II or API
grade SH, SJ or SL, Energy Conserving
ILSAC grade GF-II & GF-III
SAE 5W-30 viscosity oil is preferred for all
ambient temperatures. SAE 10W-30,
10W-40 viscosity oil may be used for ambi-
ent temperatures above −18°C (0°F).
See “Capacities and recommended fuel/
lubricants” in the “9. Technical and consumer
information” section for engine oil and oil filter
recommendation.COLD TIRE PRESSURES:See Tire and Loading Information label affixed to
the inside of the driver side center pillar.NEW VEHICLE BREAK-IN
PROCEDURES
RECOMMENDATION:During the first 2,000 km (1,200 miles) of ve-
hicle use, follow the recommendations outlined
in the “Break-in schedule” Information found in
the “5. Starting and driving” section of this
Owner’s Manual.
GAS STATIONINFORMATION
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