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ENGINE OIL
ON-VEHICLE MAINTENANCE
ENGINE OIL
InspectionINFOID:0000000001381527
ENGINE OIL LEVEL
NOTE:
Before starting engine, put vehicle horizontally and check the engine oil level. If engine is already started, stop
it and allow 10 minutes before checking.
1. Pull out oil level gauge and wipe it clean.
2. Insert oil level gauge and make sure the engine oil level is within
the range (A) shown in the figure.
3. If it is out of range, adjust it.
ENGINE OIL APPEARANCE
Check engine oil for white turbidity or heavy contamination.
If engine oil becomes turbid and white, it is highly probable that it is contaminated with engine coolant.
Repair or replace damaged parts.
ENGINE OIL LEAKAGE
Check for engine oil leakage around the following area.
Oil pan (upper and lower)
Oil pan drain plug
Oil pressure switch
Oil level sensor
Oil filter
Intake valve timing control solenoid valve
Front cover
Mating surface between cylinder head and camshaft bracket
Mating surface between cylinder block and cylinder head
Mating surface between cylinder head and rocker cover
Crankshaft oil seals (front and rear)
Oil filter (for intake valve timing control)
OIL PRESSURE CHECK
WARNING:
Be careful not to get burned, as engine oil may be hot.
When checking engine oil pressure, shift position should be “Neutral”, and apply parking brake
securely.
1. Check engine oil level. Refer to LU-6, "
Inspection".
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PREPARATION
Tool nameDescription
Power toolLoosening nuts and bolts
Deep socketRemoving and installing oil pressure sensor
a: 26 mm (1.02 in)
PBIC0190E
PBIC2072E
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OIL PUMP
OIL PUMP
ComponentsINFOID:0000000001337951
Removal and InstallationINFOID:0000000001337952
REMOVAL
1. Remove the timing chain and oil pump drive chain. Refer to EM-177, "Removal and Installation".
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1. Oil level gauge 2. Oil level gauge guide 3. Oil level sensor
4. Rear oil seal 5. O-ring 6. Oil pan (upper)
7. Oil pump drive chain 8. Crankshaft sprocket 9. Oil pump sprocket
10. Timing chain tensioner (for oil pump) 11. Oil pump 12. Drain plug
13. Drain plug washer 14. Oil pan (lower) 15. Oil filter
16. Connector bolt 17. Oil cooler 18. O-ring
19. O-ring A.Refer to EM-166, "
Removal and In-
stallation":Oil pan side
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PERIODIC MAINTENANCE
Periodic MaintenanceINFOID:0000000001277598
The following tables show the normal maintenance schedule. Depending upon weather and atmospheric con-
ditions, varying road surfaces, individual driving habits and vehicle usage, additional or more frequent mainte-
nance may be required.
Periodic maintenance beyond the last period shown on the tables requires similar maintenance.
ENGINE AND EMISSION CONTROL MAINTENANCE (MR ENGINE)
(Annual Mileage <30,000 Km/year)
Abbreviations: I = Inspect and correct or replace as necessary, R = Replace, [ ] = At the specified mileage only.
NOTE:
Maintenance items with “ ” should be performed more frequently according to “Maintenance Under Severe Driving Con-
ditions”.
(1)Periodic maintenance is not required. However, if valve noise increases, check valve clearance.
(2) Replace the drive belt if found damaged.
(3) First replace at 90,000 Km (54,000 miles)/60 months, then every 60,000 km (36,000 miles)/48 months. Perform "I" (Check-
ing the mixture ratio and correcting the mixture ratio if necessary) at the middle of replacement interval.
(4) Fuel filter is maintenance-free. For service procedures, refer to FL section.
(5) Perform only according to “Maintenance Under Severe Driving conditions” for models without Euro-OBD system. For
models with Euro-OBD system, periodic maintenance is not required.
CHASSIS AND BODY MAINTENANCE (MR ENGINE)
(Annual Mileage <30,000 Km/year)
MAINTENANCE OPERATIONMAINTENANCE INTERVAL
Refer-
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page Perform on a kilometer basis, but on an annual basis
when driving less than 30,000 km (18,000 miles) per 2
years.km x 1,000
(Miles x
1,000)
Months30
(18)
2460
(36)
4890
(54)
72120
(72)
96
Engine compartment and under vehicle
Intake and exhaust valve clearanceSee NOTE
(1)EM-238
Drive beltsSee NOTE
(2)IIIIMA-31
Engine oil (Use recommended oil.)RRRRMA-36
Engine oil filter (Use genuine NISSAN part or equiva-
lent)RRRRMA-39
Engine coolant (Use genuine NISSAN Engine Coolant
or equivalent in its quality.)See NOTE
(3)IIRIMA-31
Cooling system I I I ICO-35
Fuel lines I I I IMA-35
Air cleaner filterRRMA-35
Fuel filter (In-tank type)See NOTE
(4)—
Spark plugs [Platinum-tipped type] [R]MA-40
EVAP vapor lines (With carbon canister) I I I IMA-41
Heated oxygen sensor 1See NOTE
(5)EC-164
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NOTE:
Maintenance items with “ ” should be performed more frequently according to “Maintenance Under Severe Driving Con-
ditions”.
(1)Periodic maintenance is not required. However, if valve noise increases, check valve clearance.
(2) Replace the drive belt if found damaged.
(3) First replace at 90,000 Km (54,000 miles)/60 months, then every 60,000 km (36,000 miles)/48 months. Perform "I" (Check-
ing the mixture ratio and correcting the mixture ratio if necessary) at the middle of replacement interval.
(4) Fuel filter is maintenance-free. For service procedures, refer to FL section.
(5) Perform only according to “Maintenance Under Severe Driving conditions” for models without Euro-OBD system. For
models with Euro-OBD system, periodic maintenance is not required.
CHASSIS AND BODY MAINTENANCE (HR ENGINE)
(Annual Mileage <30,000 Km/year)
Abbreviations: I = Inspect and correct or replace as necessary, R = Replace.
Cooling system I I I ICO-11
Fuel lines I I I IMA-25
Air cleaner filterRRMA-26
Fuel filter (In-tank type)See NOTE
(4)—
Spark plugs [Platinum-tipped type] [R]MA-29
EVAP vapor lines (With carbon canister) I I I IMA-30
Heated oxygen sensor 1See NOTE
(5)EC-829
MAINTENANCE OPERATIONMAINTENANCE INTERVAL
Refer-
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page Perform on a kilometer basis, but on an annual basis
when driving less than 30,000 km (18,000 miles) per
year.km x 1,000
(Miles x
1,000)
Months30
(18)
2460
(36)
4890
(54)
72120
(72)
96
MAINTENANCE OPERATIONMAINTENANCE INTERVAL
Reference page Perform on a kilometer basis, but on an annual basis
when driving less than 30,000 km (18,000 miles) per
2 years.km x 1,000
(Miles x 1,000)
Months30
(18)
2460
(36)
4890
(54)
72120
(72)
96
Underhood and under vehicle
Headlamp aiming IIIIEXL-81
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Brake & clutch, systems and fluid (For level & leaks) IIIIMA-54
,
MA-50
Brake fluidRRRRMA-54
Brake booster vacuum hoses, connections & check
valveIIIIBR-22,
BR-17
Automatic transaxle fluid (For level & leaks)See
NOTE
(1)IIIIMA-51(RE4F03B)
MA-52
(RS9F94B)
Manual transaxle gear oil (For level & leaks) IIIIMA-50
Steering gear & linkage, axle & suspension parts,
propeller shaft, drive shafts & exhaust systemIIIIMA-56,
Wheel alignment (If necessary, rotate & balance
wheels)IIIIFSU-6
,
RSU-5
,
Brake pads, rotors & other brake componentsIIIIMA-55
,
Foot brake, parking brake & clutch (For free play,
stroke & operation)IIIIBR-6
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PB-4
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CL-5
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Abbreviations: I = Inspect and correct or replace as necessary, R = Replace,.
NOTE:
Maintenance items with “ ” should be performed more frequently according to “Maintenance Under Severe Driving Con-
ditions”.
(1)Periodic maintenance is not required. However, if valve noise increases, check valve clearance.
(2) Replace the drive belt if found damaged.
(3) First replace at 90,000 Km (54,000 miles), then every 60,000 km (36,000 miles). Perform "I" (Checking the mixture ratio and
correcting the mixture ratio if necessary) at the middle of replacement interval.
(4) Fuel filter is maintenance-free. For service procedures, refer to FL section.
(5) Perform only according to “Maintenance Under Severe Driving conditions” for models without Euro-OBD system. For
models with Euro-OBD system, periodic maintenance is not required.
CHASSIS AND BODY MAINTENANCE (MR ENGINE)
(Annual Mileage >30,000 Km/year)
Abbreviations: I = Inspect and correct or replace as necessary, R = Replace, L = Lubricate.
MAINTENANCE OPERATIONMAINTENANCE INTERVAL
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Perform at number of kilometers (miles) basis only.km x 1,000
(Miles x 1,000)30
(18)60
(36)90
(54)120
(72)
Engine compartment and under vehicle
Intake and exhaust valve clearance See NOTE (1)EM-238
Drive belts See NOTE (2) I I I IMA-31
Engine oil (Use recommended oil.)RRRRMA-36
Engine oil filter (Use genuine NISSAN part or equivalent)RRRRMA-39
Engine coolant (Use genuine NISSAN Engine Coolant or equiv-
alent in its quality.)See NOTE (3) I I R IMA-31
Cooling system I I I ICO-35
Fuel linesI IIIMA-35
Air cleaner filterRRMA-35
Fuel filter (In-tank type) See NOTE (4) —
Spark plugs [Platinum-tipped type] [R]MA-40
EVAP vapor lines (With carbon canister) I I I IMA-41
Heated oxygen sensor 1 See NOTE (5)EC-164
MAINTENANCE OPERATIONMAINTENANCE INTERVAL
Reference page
Perform at number of kilometers (miles) basis only.km x 1,000
(Miles x 1,000)30
(18)60
(36)90
(54)120
(72)
Underhood and under vehicle
Headlamp aiming I I I IEXL-81
,
Brake & clutch, systems and fluid (For level & leaks) I I I IMA-54
,
MA-50
Brake fluidRRRRMA-54
Brake booster vacuum hoses, connections & check
valveIIIIBR-22,
BR-17
Manual transaxle gear oil (For level & leaks) I I I IMA-50
Automatic transaxle fluid (For level & leaks)See
NOTE
(1)IIIIMA-51(RE4F03B)
MA-52
(RS9F94B)
Steering gear & linkage, axle & suspension parts,
front drive shafts & exhaust systemIIIIMA-56
,
Wheel alignment (If necessary, rotate & balance
wheels)IIIIFSU-6
,
RSU-5
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PERIODIC MAINTENANCE
NOTE:
(1) Inspect once per year.
Maintenance items with “ ” should be performed more frequently according to “Maintenance Under Severe Driving Con-
ditions”.
ENGINE AND EMISSION CONTROL MAINTENANCE (HR ENGINE)
(Annual Mileage >30,000 Km/year)
Abbreviations: I = Inspect and correct or replace as necessary, R = Replace,.
NOTE:
Maintenance items with “ ” should be performed more frequently according to “Maintenance Under Severe Driving Con-
ditions”.
(1)Periodic maintenance is not required. However, if valve noise increases, check valve clearance.
(2) Replace the drive belt if found damaged.
(3) First replace at 90,000 Km (54,000 miles), then every 60,000 km (36,000 miles). Perform "I" (Checking the mixture ratio and
correcting the mixture ratio if necessary) at the middle of replacement interval.
(4) Fuel filter is maintenance-free. For service procedures, refer to FL section.
(5) Perform only according to “Maintenance Under Severe Driving conditions” for models without Euro-OBD system. For
models with Euro-OBD system, periodic maintenance is not required.
CHASSIS AND BODY MAINTENANCE (HR ENGINE)
(Annual Mileage <30,000 Km/year)
Brake pads & other brake componentsIIIIMA-55,
Foot brake, parking brake & clutch (For free play,
stroke & operation)IIIIBR-6
,
PB-4
,
CL-5
,
Air conditioner filterRRRRVTL-33
,
VTL-6
Body corrosionSee
NOTE (1) MAINTENANCE OPERATIONMAINTENANCE INTERVAL
Reference page
Perform at number of kilometers (miles) basis only.km x 1,000
(Miles x 1,000)30
(18)60
(36)90
(54)120
(72)
MAINTENANCE OPERATIONMAINTENANCE INTERVAL
Reference page
Perform on a kilometer (miles)basis only.km x 1,000
(Miles x 1,000)
Months30
(18)
2460
(36)
4890
(54)
72120
(72)
96
Underhood and under vehicle
Intake and exhaust valve clearance See NOTE (1)EM-125
Drive belt See NOTE (2)IIIIMA-22
Engine oil (Use recommended oil.)RRRRMA-27
Engine oil filter (Use genuine NISSAN part or equiv-
alent)RRRRMA-28
Engine coolant (Use genuine NISSAN Engine Cool-
ant or equivalent in its quality.)See NOTE (3) I I R IMA-23
Cooling system IIIICO-11
Fuel lines IIIIMA-25
Air cleaner filterRRMA-26
Fuel filter (In-tank type) See NOTE (4) —
Spark plugs [Platinum-tipped type] [R]MA-29
EVAP vapor lines (With carbon canister) IIIIMA-30
Heated oxygen sensor 1 See NOTE (5)EC-829
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To check for leaks, apply pressure to the cooling system using suit-
able tool.
WARNING:
Never remove the radiator cap when the engine is hot. Serious
burns could occur from high pressure coolant escaping from
the radiator.
CAUTION:
Higher pressure than specified may cause radiator damage.
ENGINE COOLANT : DrainingINFOID:0000000001730881
WARNING:
To avoid being scalded, do not change engine coolant when engine is hot.
Wrap a thick cloth around radiator cap and carefully remove the cap. First, turn the cap a quarter of a
turn to release built-up pressure. Then turn the cap all the way.
Be careful not to allow engine coolant to contact drive belt.
1. Remove engine undercover using power tool.
2. Disconnect radiator hose (lower) from radiator and remove reservoir tank cap.
When draining all of engine coolant in the system, open water drain plug on cylinder block. Refer
to EM-314, "
Exploded View".
CAUTION:
Perform this step when engine is cold.
Do not spill engine coolant on drive belt.
3. Remove air relief plug from water outlet. Refer to EM-302, "
Exploded View".
4. Remove reservoir tank as necessary, and drain engine coolant and clean reservoir tank before installing.
5. Check drained coolant for contaminants such as rust, corrosion or discoloration.
If contaminated, flush engine cooling system. Refer to CO-59, "
Flushing".
ENGINE COOLANT : RefillingINFOID:0000000001730882
Before starting work, turn off the automatic air conditioner and the blower motor.
1. Install reservoir tank if removed, lower radiator hose and air relief plug.
If water drain plug on cylinder block is removed, install and tighten it. Refer to EM-314,
"Exploded View".
2. Fill reservoir tank slowly with coolant until coolant spills from the air relief hole.
Put a cloth under the air relief plug to prevent engine coolant from dampening the crankshaft
position sensor.
Pour coolant to the MAX level line of the reservoir tank at
a rate of 2 liter (1-3/4 lamp qt.)/min. or lower.
3. Close the air relief plug.
CAUTION:
If the filling rate is too fast, this could lead to air being
mixed in the coolant. Be sure to fill the coolant slowly
according to the rate indicated above.
Use Insane Genuine Engine Coolant or equivalent mixed
with water (distilled or demineralized). Refer to MA-21,
"Engine Coolant Mixture Ratio". Testing pressure
: 157 kPa (1.6 kg/cm
2, 23 psi)
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Engine coolant capacity
(With reservoir tank at MAX): Refer to MA-19, "Fluids and Lubricants".
Reservoir tank capacity : Refer to MA-19, "
Fluids and Lubricants".