2007 NISSAN QUEST maintenance

Your engine was filled with a high-quality engine
oil when it was built. You do not have to change
the oil before the first recommended change
interval. Oil and filter change intervals depend
upon how you use your vehicle.
Operation under the following conditions may
require more frequent oil and filter changes:
crepeated short distance driving at cold out-
side temperatures
cdriving in dusty conditions
cextensive idling
ctowing a trailer
cstop and go commuting
Refer to the9NISSAN Service and Maintenance
Guide9for the maintenance schedule.
RECOMMENDED SAE VISCOSITY
NUMBER
cSAE 5W-30 viscosity oil is preferred for all
temperatures. SAE 10W-30 or SAE
10W-40 viscosity oils may be used if the
ambient temperature is above 0°F (-18°C) .
AIR CONDITIONER SYSTEM
REFRIGERANT AND OIL
RECOMMENDATIONS
The air conditioner system in your NISSAN
vehicle must be charged with the refriger-
ant HFC-134a (R-134a) and the oil, NISSAN
A/C system oil Type S or the exact equiva-
lents.
CAUTION
The use of any other refrigerant or oil will
cause severe damage to the air condition-
ing system and will require the replace-
ment of all air conditioner system
components.
The refrigerant HFC-134a (R-134a) in your
NISSAN vehicle does not harm the earth’s ozone
layer. Although this refrigerant does not affect the
earth’s atmosphere, certain government regula-
tions require the recovery and recycling of any
refrigerant during automotive air conditioner sys-
tem service. A NISSAN dealer has the trained
technicians and equipment needed to recover
and recycle your air conditioner system refriger-
ant.
Contact a NISSAN dealer when servicing your air
conditioner system.
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cFor the first 500 miles (805 km) that you do
tow, do not drive over 50 MPH (80 km/h) .
cHave your vehicle serviced more often than
at intervals specified in the recommended
Maintenance Schedule in the “NISSAN Ser-
vice and Maintenance Guide”.
cWhen making a turn, your trailer wheels will
be closer to the inside of the turn than your
vehicle wheels. To compensate for this,
make a larger than normal turning radius
during the turn.
cCrosswinds and rough roads will adversely
affect vehicle/trailer handling, possibly caus-
ing vehicle sway. When being passed by
larger vehicles, be prepared for possible
changes in crosswinds that could affect ve-
hicle handling.
Do the following if the trailer begins to sway:
1. Take your foot off the accelerator pedal to
allow the vehicle to coast and steer as
straight ahead as the road conditions allow.
This combination will help stabilize the ve-
hicle
- Do not correct trailer sway by steering or
applying the brakes.
2. When the trailer sway stops, gently apply the
brakes and pull to the side of the road in a
safe area.3. Try to rearrange the trailer load so it is bal-
anced as described earlier in this section.
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 thatare 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.
FLAT TOWING
Towing your vehicle with all four wheels on the
ground is sometimes called flat towing. This
method is sometimes used when towing a vehicle
behind a recreational vehicle, such as a motor
home.
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Due to legal requirements in some states and
Canadian Provinces, your vehicle may be re-
quired to be in what is called the “ready condi-
tion” for an Inspection/Maintenance (I/M) test of
the emission control system.
The vehicle is set to the “ready condition” when it
is driven through certain driving patterns. Usually,
the ready condition can be obtained by ordinary
usage of the vehicle.
If a powertrain system component is repaired or
the battery is disconnected, the vehicle may be
reset to a “not ready” condition. Before taking the
I/M test, check the vehicle’s
inspection/maintenance test readiness condi-
tion. Turn the ignition switch ON without starting
the engine. If the Malfunction Indicator Light
(MIL) comes on steady for 20 seconds and then
blinks for 10 seconds , the I/M test condition is
9not ready9. If the MIL does not blink after 20
seconds, the I/M test condition is9ready.9If the
MIL indicates the vehicle is in a9not ready9con-
dition, drive the vehicle through the following
pattern to set the vehicle to the ready condition. If
you cannot or do not want to perform the driving
pattern, a NISSAN dealer can conduct it for you.WARNING
Always drive the vehicle in a safe and
prudent manner according to traffic con-
ditions and obey all traffic laws.
1. Start the engine when the engine coolant
temperature gauge needle points to C. Al-
low the engine to idle until the gauge needle
points between the C and H (normal oper-
ating temperature) .
2. Accelerate the vehicle to 55 MPH (88
km/h) , then quickly release the accelerator
pedal completely and keep it released for at
least 10 seconds.
3. Quickly depress the accelerator pedal for a
moment, then drive the vehicle at a speed of
53 - 60 MPH (86 - 96 km/h) for at least 9
minutes.
4. Stop the vehicle.
5. Accelerate the vehicle to 35 MPH (55 km/h)
and maintain the speed for 20 seconds.
6. Repeat steps 4 through 5 at least 10 times.
7. Accelerate the vehicle to 55 MPH (88 km/h)
and maintain the speed for at least 3 min-
utes.8. Stop the vehicle. Place the transmission se-
lector lever in the P (Park) or N (Neutral)
position.
9. Turn the engine off.
10. Repeat steps1-8atleast one more time.
If steps 1 through 7 are interrupted, repeat the
preceding step. Any safe driving mode is accept-
able between steps. Do not stop the engine until
step 7 is completed.
READINESS FOR INSPECTION/
MAINTENANCE (I/M) TEST
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F
Flashers
(See hazard warning flasher switch)......2-24
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..........9-10
Fog light switch.................2-23
Front air bag system
(See supplemental restraint system).....1-58
Front seats....................1-2
Fuel
Capacities and recommended
fuel/lubricants.................9-2
Fuel economy................5-17
Fuel gauge..................2-5
Fuel octane rating..............9-4
Fuel recommendation............9-3
Fuel-filler door and cap...........3-19
Fuel-filler door lock opener lever......3-19
Fuel economy setting........4-4, 4-8, 4-19
Fuses......................8-20
Fusible links...................8-21G
Garage door opener, HomeLinkTUniversal
Transceiver...................2-46
Garment hook..................2-37
Gascap.....................3-19
Gauge
Engine coolant temperature gauge.....2-5
Fuel gauge..................2-5
Odometer...................2-4
Speedometer.................2-4
Tachometer..................2-4
Trip odometer.................2-4
General maintenance..............8-2
Glove box....................2-31
Glove box lock.................2-31
Grocery hooks.................2-32
H
Hazard warning flasher switch.........2-24
Head restraints..................1-8
Active head restraint.............1-7
Headlight and turn signal switch........2-19
Headlight control switch............2-19
Headlights....................8-24
Headphones
(See DVD entertainment system).......4-65
Headrest storage................2-37
Heated seats..................2-25
Heater
Heater and air conditioner
controls................4-31, 4-40
Heater operation...........4-33, 4-41Rear seat air conditioner..........4-42
HomeLinkTUniversal Transceiver.......2-46
Hood release..................3-14
Horn.......................2-25
I
Ignition switch..................5-8
Immobilizer system..........2-16, 3-2, 5-9
Important vehicle information label.......9-10
In-cabin microfilter...............8-16
Increasing fuel economy............5-17
Indicator lights and audible reminders
(See warning/indicator lights and audible
reminders).....................2-7
Inside automatic anti-glare mirror.......3-23
Inside mirror...................3-23
Instrument brightness control.........2-22
Instrument panel..............0-6, 2-2
Instrument panel dimmer switch........2-22
Interior lights
(see Lights on demand switch)........2-43
ISOFIX child restraints.............1-27
J
Jump starting...................6-8
K
Key ........................3-2
Keyfob battery replacement..........8-23
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Keyless entry system
(See remote keyless entry system).......3-9
L
Labels
Air conditioner specification label.....9-11
C.M.V.S.S. certification label........9-10
Emission control information label.....9-10
Engine serial number............9-10
F.M.V.S.S. certification label........9-10
Vehicle identification number (VIN) plate . .9-9
Warning labels (for SRS)..........1-65
Language setting..........4-6, 4-15, 4-26
LATCH
(Lower Anchors and Tethers for CHildren)
System......................1-27
License plate
Installing the license plate.........9-12
Lift gate.....................3-14
Lift gate release.................3-18
Light
Air bag warning light.........1-65, 2-11
Brake light (See stop light).........8-25
Bulb check/instrument panel........2-7
Bulb replacement..............8-25
Charge warning light.............2-8
Cornering light...............2-24
Fog light switch...............2-23
Headlight and turn signal switch......2-19
Headlight control switch..........2-19
Headlights..................8-24
Light bulbs..................8-24
Low tire pressure warning light.......2-9
Low washer fluid warning light.......2-11Passenger air bag and status light.....1-59
Personal lights...............2-44
Security indicator light...........2-13
Warning/indicator lights and audible
reminders...................2-7
Lights
Map lights..................2-45
Lights on demand switch............2-43
Lock
Child safety sliding door lock........3-9
Door locks..................3-3
Fuel-filler door lock opener lever......3-19
Glove box lock...............2-31
Lift gate release...............3-18
Power door locks...............3-5
Low fuel warning light..............2-9
Low tire pressure warning light.........2-9
Low washer fluid warning light.........2-11
Luggage (See vehicle loading information) . .9-12
M
Main ON/OFF switch
(for power doors).............3-6, 3-15
Maintenance
Changing the maintenance
interval.................4-9, 4-20
Displaying the maintenance notice
reminder...............4-10, 4-20
General maintenance............8-2
Inside the vehicle...............8-3
Maintenance precautions..........8-5
Outside the vehicle..............8-2
Resetting the maintenance
interval................4-10, 4-20Seat belt maintenance...........1-25
Setting.................4-9, 4-19
Under the hood and vehicle.........8-4
Malfunction indicator light...........2-12
Manual front seat adjustment..........1-2
Manual vent windows..............2-41
Map lights....................2-45
Map pocket...................2-31
Meters and gauges................2-3
Instrument brightness control.......2-22
Mirror
Automatic anti-glare inside mirror.....3-23
Inside mirror.................3-23
Vanity mirror.................3-22
N
NISSAN vehicle immobilizer
system................2-16, 3-2, 5-9
O
Octane rating (See fuel octane rating).....9-4
Odometer.....................2-4
Oil
Capacities and recommended
fuel/lubricants.................9-2
Changing engine oil.............8-9
Changing engine oil filter..........8-10
Checking engine oil level..........8-8
Engine oil...................8-8
Engine oil and oil filter recommendation . .9-5
Engine oil viscosity..............9-5
Overdrive switch................5-13
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Overheat
If your vehicle overheats..........6-10
Owner’s manual order form..........9-25
Owner’s manual/service manual order
information....................9-25
P
Parking
Parking brake check............8-20
Parking brake operation..........5-14
Parking/parking on hills...........5-18
Pedal position adjustment...........3-21
Personal lights.................2-44
Power
Front seat adjustment............1-4
Power door locks...............3-5
Power outlet.................2-27
Power steering fluid.............8-11
Power steering system...........5-19
Power vent windows............2-40
Power windows...............2-38
Precautions
Maintenance precautions..........8-5
Precautions on child restraints . . .1-25, 1-40,
1-47
Precautions on seat belt usage......1-15
Precautions on supplemental restraint
system....................1-51
Precautions when starting and driving . . .5-2
Pre-tensioner seat belt system.........1-64
Programmable features......4-5, 4-11, 4-22
Push starting..................6-10R
Radio
Car phone or CB radio...........4-72
Compact Disc (CD) changer.......4-56
Rear audio controls.............4-60
Steering wheel audio control switch. . . .4-59
Readiness for inspection maintenance (I/M)
test........................9-24
Rear audio controls...............4-60
Rear center seat belt..............1-21
Rear seat air conditioner............4-42
Rear sonar system off switch.........2-27
Rear view monitor................4-29
Rear window and outside mirror defroster
switch......................2-18
Rear window wiper and washer switches . . .2-18
Recorders
Event data..................9-25
Refrigerant recommendation..........9-6
Registering your vehicle in another country. . .9-9
Remote controller (See DVD entertainment
system).....................4-64
Remote keyless entry system..........3-9
Reporting safety defects (US only)......9-24
Resetting average speed............4-4
Resetting the fuel economy.....4-4, 4-9, 4-19
Resetting trip 1 and trip 2.........4-8, 4-18
S
Safety
Child safety sliding door lock........3-9
Child seat belts........1-25, 1-40, 1-47Reporting safety defects (US only). . . .9-24
Screen (See DVD entertainment system) . . .4-64
Seat adjustment
Front manual seat adjustment........1-2
Front power seat adjustment........1-4
Second row captain’s chair.........1-6
Third row bench seat.........1-7, 1-12
Seat belt
Child safety.................1-17
Infants and small children.........1-18
Injured Person................1-19
Larger children...............1-18
Precautions on seat belt usage......1-15
Pregnant women..............1-19
Pre-tensioner seat belt system.......1-64
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.............2-11
Seatback pockets................2-32
Seats
Adjustment..................1-2
Automatic drive positioner.........3-25
Front seats..................1-2
Heated seats................2-25
Manual front seat adjustment........1-2
Second row captain’s chair adjustment.....1-6
Security indicator light.............2-13
Security system (NISSAN vehicle immobilizer
system) , engine start.........2-16, 3-2, 5-9
Self-adjusting brakes..............8-20
Service manual order form...........9-25
Servicing air conditioner............4-43
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Setting button...........4-5, 4-11, 4-22
Shift lock release................5-12
Shifting
Automatic transmission...........5-11
Shoulder belt height adjustment........1-24
Side air bag system (See supplemental side
air bag and curtain side-impact air
bag system)...................1-62
SkyView™ roof.................2-41
Sliding door
Manual sliding door.............3-5
Power sliding door..............3-6
Sliding door locks
Child safety sliding door locks........3-9
Spark plug replacement............8-15
Speedometer...................2-4
SRS warning label...............1-65
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.................4-18
Steering
Power steering fluid.............8-11
Power steering system...........5-19
Tilting steering wheel............3-21
Steering wheel audio control switch......4-59
Stop light....................8-25
Storage.....................2-28
Storage bin............2-33, 2-36, 2-37
Storage tray...................2-29
Sun visors....................3-22
Sunglasses case................2-28
Sunglasses holder...............2-28Sunroof.....................2-42
Supplemental air bag warning labels.....1-65
Supplemental air bag warning light . . .1-65, 2-11
Supplemental front impact air bag system . .1-58
Supplemental restraint system
Information and warning labels.......1-65
Precautions on supplemental restraint
system....................1-51
Supplemental restraint system
(Supplemental air bag system).........1-51
Supplemental side and curtain side-impact air
bag system...................1-62
Switch
Autolight switch...............2-20
Automatic power window switch.....2-40
Fog light switch...............2-23
Hazard warning flasher switch.......2-24
Headlight and turn signal switch......2-19
Headlight control switch..........2-19
Ignition switch................5-8
Lights on demand switch..........2-43
Main ON/OFF switch
(for power doors)...........3-6, 3-15
Overdrive switch..............5-13
Power door lock switch...........3-5
Rear sonar system off switch.......2-27
Rear window and outside mirror defroster
switch....................2-18
Rear window wiper and washer
switches...................2-18
Traction control system (TCS) off
switch....................2-26
Turn signal switch..............2-23
Vehicle dynamic control (VDC) off
switch....................2-26
Windshield wiper and washer switch . . .2-17T
Tachometer....................2-4
Temperature gauge
Engine coolant temperature gauge.....2-5
Theft (NISSAN vehicle immobilizer system) ,
engine start..............2-16, 3-2, 5-9
Third row bench seat adjustment.....1-7, 1-12
Three-way catalyst................5-2
Tilting steering wheel..............3-21
Tire
Flat tire....................6-2
Spare tire................6-4, 8-42
Tire chains..................8-39
Tire placard.................9-11
Tire pressure................8-29
Tire rotation.................8-40
Types of tires................8-37
Uniform tire quality grading.........9-23
Wheels and tires..............8-29
Wheel/tire size................9-8
Tire pressure
Low tire pressure warning light.......2-9
Tire pressure display........4-4, 4-11, 4-21
Tire pressure monitoring system......5-3, 5-5
Tire rotation maintenance reminder . . .4-4, 4-11,
4-21
Top tether strap child restraint.........1-30
Towing
Flat towing..................9-22
Tow truck towing..............6-11
Towing load/specification.........9-19
Trailer towing................9-16
Traction control system (TCS) off switch . . .2-26
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