2007 NISSAN ARMADA automatic transmission fluid

The following are approximate capacities. The actual refill capacities may be a little different. When refilling, follow the procedure
described in the “Maintenance and do-it-yourself” section to determine the proper refill capacity.
Capacity (Approximate) Recommended Fluids and Lubricants
US measure Imp measure Liter
Fuel 28 gal 23-1/4 gal 105.8 Unleaded gasoline with an octane rating of at least 87 AKI (RON 91) or E-85 Ethanol fuel
for Flexible Fuel Vehicles*1
Engine oil *7
Drain and Refill
With oil filter change 6-1/2 qt 5-1/2 qt 6.2
• Engine oil with API Certification Mark *2
• Viscosity SAE 5W-30 *2
Without oil filter change 6-1/4 qt 5-1/4 qt 5.9
Cooling system
With reservoir 3-3/4 gal 3-1/8 gal 14.4 50% Genuine NISSAN Long Life Antifreeze/Coolant or equivalent
50% Demineralized or distilled water
Automatic transmission fluid Refill to the proper level according to the instructions in the “Main-
tenance and do-it-yourself” section.Genuine NISSAN Matic J ATF *3
Power steering fluid (PSF)Genuine NISSAN PSF or equivalent.*4
Brake fluidGenuine NISSAN Super Heavy Duty Brake Fluid *5 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 oil — — — NISSAN A/C System Oil Type S or equivalent *6
Transfer fluid — — — Genuine NISSAN Matic D ATF (Continental U.S. and Alaska) or Canada NISSAN Auto-
matic Transmission Fluid *4, *9
Front final drive oil — — — API GL-5 Viscosity SAE 80W-90 *8, *9
Rear final drive oil — — — API GL-5 Synthetic 75W-90 Gear Oil or equivalent *8, *9
Windshield washer fluid (shared between front and
rear wipers)1-1/4 gal 1 gal 4.5 Genuine NISSAN Windshield Washer Concentrate Cleaner & Antifreeze or equivalent
*1: For further details, see “Fuel recommendation.”
*2: For further details, see “Engine oil and oil filter recommendations.”
*3: Using automatic transmission fluid other than Genuine NISSAN Matic J ATF will cause deterioration in driveability and automatic transmission durability, and may damage the automatic transmission, which is not
covered by the NISSAN new vehicle limited warranty.
*4: For Canada, NISSAN Automatic Transmission Fluid (ATF) , DEXRON™ III/MERCON™, or equivalent ATF may also be used.
*5: Available in mainland USA through your NISSAN dealer.
*6: For further details, see “Air conditioner specification label.”
*7: For further details, see “Changing engine oil.”
*8: For hot climates, viscosity SAE 90 is suitable for ambient temperatures above 0° C (32° F) .
*9: See your NISSAN dealer for service.
CAPACITIES AND RECOMMENDED
FUEL/LUBRICANTS
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cBe careful when passing other vehicles.
Passing while towing a trailer requires con-
siderably more distance than normal pass-
ing. Remember, the length of the trailer must
also pass the other vehicle before you can
safely change lanes.
cDown shift the transmission to a lower gear
for engine braking when driving down steep
or long hills. This will help slow the vehicle
without applying the brakes.
cTo maintain engine braking efficiency and
electrical charging performance, do not use
overdrive.
cAvoid holding the brake pedal down too long
or too frequently. This could cause the
brakes to overheat, resulting in reduced
braking efficiency.
cIncrease your following distance to allow for
greater stopping distances while towing a
trailer. Anticipate stops and brake gradually
cDo not use cruise control while towing a
trailer.
cSome states or provinces have specific
regulations and speed limits for vehicles that
are towing trailers. Obey the local speed
limits.cCheck your hitch, trailer wiring harness con-
nections, and trailer wheel lug nuts after 50
miles (80 km) of travel and at every break.
cWhen stopped in traffic for long periods of
time in hot weather, put the vehicle in the P
(Park) position.
cWhen launching a boat, don’t allow the wa-
ter level to go over the exhaust tail pipe or
rear bumper.
cMake sure you disconnect the trailer lights
before backing the trailer into the water or
the trailer lights may burn out.
When towing a trailer, final drive gear oil
should be replaced and transmission
oil/fluid should be changed more fre-
quently. For additional information, see the
“Maintenance and do-it-yourself” section
earlier in this manual.
Tow mode
Tow mode should be used when pulling a heavy
trailer or hauling a heavy load. Press the tow
button to activate the tow mode. The tow indica-
tor in the instrument panel illuminates when the
tow mode is selected. Press the Tow button
again to turn the tow mode OFF. The Tow mode is
automatically cancelled when the key is turned
OFF.The Tow mode does the following:
cReduces transmissions shifts when pulling a
trailer or hauling a load.
cProvides similar shift feel to driver when the
vehicle is towing.
The Tow mode should be used when the vehicle
and trailer weight is at least 75% of the vehicle’s
GCWR. Tow mode is most useful in the following
driving conditions when towing a heavy trailer or
hauling a heavy load:
cRolling terrain.
cStop and go traffic.
cBusy parking lots.
Driving the vehicle in the Tow mode with no
trailer/load or light trailer/light load will not cause
any damage. However, fuel economy may be
reduced and the transmission/engine driving
characteristics may feel unusual.
When towing a trailer, final drive gear oil
should be replaced and transmission
oil/fluid should be changed more fre-
quently. For additional information, see the
“Maintenance and do-it-yourself” section
earlier in this manual.
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10 Index
4WD warning light...............2-15
A
Active head restraint...............1-9
Adjusting pedal position............3-16
Air bag (See supplemental restraint
system).....................1-47
Air bag system
Front (See supplemental front impact
air bag system)...............1-54
Air bag warning labels.............1-62
Air bag warning light...........1-62, 2-17
Air cleaner housing filter............8-17
Air conditioner
Air conditioner service...........4-20
Air conditioner specification label.....9-12
Air conditioner system refrigerant and oil
recommendations..............9-7
Heater and air conditioner controls. . . .4-17
Rear seat air conditioner..........4-20
Servicing air conditioner..........4-20
Alarm system
(See vehicle security system).........2-20
Anchor point locations.............1-30
Antenna.....................4-38
Anti-lock brake warning light..........2-13
Anti-lock braking system (ABS)........5-27
Audible reminders................2-20
Audio system..................4-21
Compact Disc (CD) changer.......4-33FM/AM/SAT radio with compact disc
(CD) changer................4-29
Radio....................4-21
Rear audio controls.............4-38
Steering wheel audio control switch. . . .4-36
Autolight switch.................2-25
Automatic
Automatic drive positioner.........3-20
Automatic power window switch.....2-45
Automatic transmission position
indicator light................2-17
Driving with automatic
transmission.............5-10, 5-11
Transmission selector lever lock
release....................5-14
Automatic anti-glare inside mirror.......3-18
Automatic transmission fluid temperature
gauge.......................2-7
AUX jack.....................4-35
B
Back button....................4-3
Battery......................8-13
Charge warning light............2-14
Before starting the engine............5-9
Belts (See drive belts).............8-15
Booster seats..................1-42
Brake
Anti-lock braking system (ABS)......5-27
Brake fluid..................8-12Brake light (See stop light).........8-27
Brake system................5-26
Brake warning light.............2-13
Brake wear indicators........2-20, 8-21
Parking brake operation..........5-15
Self-adjusting brakes............8-21
Brakes......................8-21
Break-in schedule................5-17
Brightness control
Instrument panel..............2-27
Brightness/contrast button...........4-13
Bulb check/instrument panel..........2-13
Bulb replacement................8-27
C
Capacities and recommended
fuel/lubricants...................9-2
Captain’s chair adjustment (2nd row)......1-5
Car phone or CB radio.............4-49
Cargo light...................2-51
Cargo (See vehicle loading information) . . .9-13
CD care and cleaning.............4-35
CD changer (See audio system)........4-33
Child restraint with top tether strap......1-30
Child restraints.......1-17, 1-18, 1-25, 1-27
Precautions on child
restraints............1-25, 1-36, 1-42
Top tether strap anchor point locations . .1-30
Child safety rear door lock............3-5
Chimes, audible reminders...........2-20
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Cigarette lighter.................2-32
Cleaning exterior and interior..........7-2
Clock......................4-30
(models with navigation system)......4-12
Clock set....................4-12
C.M.V.S.S. certification label..........9-11
Cold weather driving..............5-30
Compass display.................2-8
Console box...............2-33, 2-40
Control panel buttons..............4-2
Brightness/contrast button.........4-13
Back button..................4-3
Enter button..................4-2
Setting button................4-7
Startup screen................4-3
Trip button..................4-3
Controls
Audio controls
(steering wheel)...............4-36
Heater and air conditioner controls. . . .4-17
Rear audio controls.............4-38
Rear seat air conditioner..........4-20
Coolant
Capacities and recommended
fuel/lubricants.................9-2
Changing engine coolant..........8-8
Checking engine coolant level........8-7
Engine coolant temperature gauge.....2-5
Corrosion protection...............7-5
Cruise control..................5-15
Cup holders...................2-37
Curtain side-impact and rollover air bag . . .1-59D
Daytime running light system
(Canada only)..................2-26
Defroster switch
Rear window and outside mirror
defroster switch...............2-24
Digital video disc DVD.............4-39
Dimensions and weights.............9-9
Dimmer switch for instrument panel......2-27
Display controls (see control panel buttons) . .4-2
Distance to empty................4-4
Door locks....................3-3
Door open warning light............2-14
Drive belts....................8-15
Drive positioner, Automatic...........3-20
Driving
Cold weather driving............5-30
Driving with automatic
transmission.............5-10, 5-11
Precautions when starting and driving . . .5-2
E
Economy - fuel.................5-17
Emission control information label.......9-11
Emission control system warranty.......9-29
Engine
Before starting the engine..........5-9
Capacities and recommended
fuel/lubricants.................9-2
Changing engine coolant..........8-8
Changing engine oil.............8-9
Changing engine oil filter..........8-10Checking engine coolant level........8-7
Checking engine oil level..........8-8
Engine compartment check locations. . . .8-6
Engine coolant temperature gauge.....2-5
Engine cooling system............8-7
Engine oil...................8-8
Engine oil and oil filter recommendation . .9-6
Engine oil viscosity..............9-6
Engine serial number............9-11
Engine specifications.............9-8
Starting the engine.............5-10
Engine oil pressure gauge............2-6
Engine oil pressure low/engine coolant
temperature high warning light.........2-14
English/metric setting..............4-11
Enter button....................4-2
Event data recorders..............9-31
Exhaust gas (Carbon monoxide)........5-2
Eyeglass case..................2-35
F
Flashers
(See hazard warning flasher switch)......2-28
Flat tire......................6-2
Floor mat positioning aid.............7-4
Fluid
Brake fluid..................8-12
Capacities and recommended
fuel/lubricants.................9-2
Engine coolant................8-7
Engine oil...................8-8
Power steering fluid.............8-11
Window washer fluid............8-12
F.M.V.S.S. certification label..........9-11
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Fog light switch.................2-28
Front air bag system
(See supplemental restraint system).....1-54
Front seats....................1-2
Fuel
Capacities and recommended
fuel/lubricants.................9-2
Fuel economy................5-17
Fuel gauge..................2-6
Fuel octane rating..............9-4
Fuel recommendation............9-3
Fuel-filler door and cap...........3-15
Fuel economy setting..............4-4
Fuses......................8-21
Fusible links...................8-23
G
Garage door opener, HomeLinkTUniversal
Transceiver...................2-51
Gascap.....................3-15
Gauge
Automatic transmission fluid temperature
gauge.....................2-7
Engine coolant temperature gauge.....2-5
Engine oil pressure gauge..........2-6
Fuel gauge..................2-6
Odometer...................2-4
Speedometer.................2-4
Tachometer..................2-5
Trip odometer.................2-4
Voltmeter...................2-7
General maintenance..............8-2
Glass hatch...................3-14
Glove box....................2-35H
Hazard warning flasher switch.........2-28
Head restraints..................1-8
Active head restraint.............1-9
Headlight and turn signal switch........2-24
Headlight control switch............2-24
Headphones (See NISSAN mobile
entertainment system).............4-42
Heated seats..................2-29
Heater
Heater and air conditioner controls. . . .4-17
Heater operation..............4-18
Rear seat air conditioner..........4-20
HomeLinkTUniversal Transceiver.......2-51
Hood release...................3-9
Hook
Luggage hook................2-41
Horn.......................2-29
I
Ignition switch..................5-8
Immobilizer system..........2-21, 3-2, 5-9
Important vehicle information label.......9-11
In-cabin microfilter...............8-17
Increasing fuel economy............5-17
Indicator lights and audible reminders
(See warning/indicator lights and audible
reminders)....................2-12
Inside automatic anti-glare mirror.......3-18
Instrument brightness control.........2-27
Instrument panel..............0-6, 2-2
Instrument panel dimmer switch........2-27Interior light...................2-49
ISOFIX child restraints.............1-27
J
Jump starting...................6-8
K
Key ........................3-2
Keyfob battery replacement..........8-24
Keyless entry system
(See remote keyless entry system).......3-5
L
Labels
Air conditioner specification label.....9-12
C.M.V.S.S. certification label........9-11
Emission control information label.....9-11
Engine serial number............9-11
F.M.V.S.S. certification label........9-11
Vehicle identification number (VIN)
plate.....................9-10
Warning labels (for SRS)..........1-62
Language setting................4-11
LATCH (Lower Anchors and Tethers for CHildren)
System......................1-27
License plate
Installing the license plate.........9-12
Lift gate.....................3-10
Lift gate release.................3-13
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Power steering fluid.............8-11
Power steering system...........5-26
Power vent windows............2-46
Power windows...............2-44
Rear power windows............2-45
Precautions
Maintenance precautions..........8-5
On-pavement and off-road driving
precautions..................5-3
Precautions on child restraints . . .1-25, 1-36,
1-42
Precautions on seat belt usage......1-15
Precautions on supplemental restraint
system....................1-47
Precautions when starting and driving . . .5-2
Pre-tensioner seat belt system.........1-60
Programmable features.............4-7
Push starting..................6-10
R
Radio
Car phone or CB radio...........4-49
Compact Disc (CD) changer.......4-33
FM/AM/SAT radio with compact disc
(CD) changer................4-29
Rear audio controls.............4-38
Steering wheel audio control switch. . . .4-36
Readiness for inspection maintenance (I/M)
test........................9-30
Rear audio controls...............4-38
Rear center seat belt..............1-21
Rear power windows..............2-45
Rear seat air conditioner............4-20
Rear sonar system...............5-29Rear sonar system off switch.........2-30
Rear view monitor................4-14
Rear window and outside mirror defroster
switch......................2-24
Rear window wiper and washer switches . . .2-23
Recorders
Event data..................9-31
Refrigerant recommendation..........9-7
Registering your vehicle in another country . .9-10
Remote controller (See NISSAN mobile
entertainment system).............4-41
Remote keyless entry system..........3-5
Reporting safety defects (US only)......9-30
Resetting the fuel economy...........4-4
Resetting trip 1 and trip 2............4-4
Roof rack....................2-43
S
Safety
Child safety rear door lock..........3-5
Child seat belts........1-25, 1-36, 1-42
Reporting safety defects (US only). . . .9-30
Screen (See NISSAN mobile entertainment
system).....................4-41
Seat adjustment
Front manual seat adjustment........1-2
Front power seat adjustment........1-4
Second row bench seats..........1-6
Second row captain’s chair.........1-5
Seat belt
Child safety.................1-17
Infants and small children.........1-18
Injured Person................1-19
Larger children...............1-18Precautions on seat belt usage......1-15
Pregnant women..............1-19
Pre-tensioner seat belt system.......1-60
Rear center seat belt............1-21
Seat belt extenders.............1-25
Seat belt maintenance...........1-25
Seat belts..................1-15
Shoulder belt height adjustment......1-24
Three-point type with retractor.......1-19
Seat belt warning light.............2-17
Seatback pockets................2-36
Seats
Adjustment..................1-2
Automatic drive positioner.........3-20
Front seats..................1-2
Heated seats................2-29
Manual front seat adjustment........1-2
Second row captain’s chair adjustment.....1-5
Security indicator light.............2-19
Security system (NISSAN vehicle immobilizer
system) , engine start.........2-21, 3-2, 5-9
Self-adjusting brakes..............8-21
Service manual order form...........9-31
Servicing air conditioner............4-20
Setting button..................4-7
Shift lock release................5-14
Shifting
Automatic transmission...........5-12
Shoulder belt height adjustment........1-24
Side air bag system (See supplemental side air
bag, curtain and rollover air bag systems). . .1-59
Sonar
Rear system.................5-29
Spark plug replacement............8-16
Speedometer...................2-4
SRS warning label...............1-62
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Starting
Before starting the engine..........5-9
Jump starting.................6-8
Precautions when starting and driving . . .5-2
Push starting................6-10
Starting the engine.............5-10
Startup screen..................4-3
Steering
Power steering fluid.............8-11
Power steering system...........5-26
Tilting steering wheel............3-16
Steering wheel audio control switch......4-36
Stop light....................8-27
Storage.....................2-33
Overhead storage compartment......2-36
Storage bin................2-37, 2-41
Storage tray...................2-33
Sun visors....................3-17
Sunglasses case................2-35
Sunglasses holder...............2-35
Sunroof.....................2-47
Supplemental air bag warning labels.....1-62
Supplemental air bag warning light . . .1-62, 2-17
Supplemental front impact air bag system . .1-54
Supplemental restraint system
Information and warning labels.......1-62
Precautions on supplemental restraint
system....................1-47
Supplemental restraint system
(Supplemental air bag system).........1-47
Switch
Autolight switch...............2-25
Automatic power window switch.....2-45
Fog light switch...............2-28
Hazard warning flasher switch.......2-28Headlight and turn signal switch......2-24
Headlight control switch..........2-24
Ignition switch................5-8
Power door lock switch...........3-4
Rear sonar system off switch.......2-30
Rear window and outside mirror defroster
switch....................2-24
Rear window wiper and washer
switches...................2-23
Turn signal switch..............2-27
Vehicle dynamic control (VDC) off
switch....................2-30
Windshield wiper and washer switch . . .2-22
T
Tachometer....................2-5
Temperature gauge
Engine coolant temperature gauge.....2-5
Engine oil pressure low/engine coolant
temperature high warning light.......2-14
Theft (NISSAN vehicle immobilizer system) ,
engine start..............2-21, 3-2, 5-9
Three-way catalyst................5-2
Tilting steering wheel..............3-16
Tire
Flat tire....................6-2
Spare tire...................6-3
Tire chains..................8-37
Tire placard.................9-12
Tire pressure................8-31
Tire rotation.................8-38
Tires of 4-wheel drive............8-40
Types of tires................8-37Uniform tire quality grading.........9-28
Wheels and tires..............8-31
Wheel/tire size................9-9
Tire pressure
Low tire pressure warning light......2-15
Tire pressure display...............4-6
Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) . . .5-3
Tire rotation maintenance reminder.......4-6
Top tether strap child restraint.........1-30
Tow mode switch................2-31
Towing
2-wheel drive models............6-12
4-wheel drive models............6-13
Flat towing..................9-28
Tow truck towing..............6-11
Towing load/specification.........9-20
Trailer towing................9-17
Transceiver
HomeLinkTUniversal Transceiver.....2-51
Transmission
Driving with automatic transmission. . . .5-10,
5-11
Selector lever lock release.........5-14
Travel (See registering your vehicle in another
country).....................9-10
Trip button....................4-3
Trip odometer...................2-4
Turn signal switch................2-27
U
Uniform tire quality grading...........9-28
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1. Engine coolant 8-7
2. Battery 8-13
3. Power steering fluid 8-11
4. Automatic transmission fluid 8-11
5. Heater and air conditioner 4-17,
Audio system 4-21
6. Passenger supplemental air bag 1-47
7. Spare tire 6-2
8. Rear door lock 9-13
9. Fuel filler cap 3-15; Fuel recommenda-
tions 9-3, 9-4
10. Seat belts 1-15
11. Door locks 3-3
12. Driver supplemental air bag 1-47
13. Hood release 3-9
14. Meters and gauges 2-3
15. Brake fluid 8-12
16. Engine oil 8-8
17. Window washer fluid 8-12
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