MA-8
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PERIODIC MAINTENANCE
Abbreviations: I = Inspect and correct or replace as necessary, R = Replace, L = Lubricate.
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,[ ] = At the specified mileage only.
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 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
,
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
Refer-
ence
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
Engine compartment and under vehicle
Intake and exhaust valve clearanceSee NOTE
(1)EM-125
Drive beltSee NOTE
(2)IIIIMA-22
Engine oil (Use recommended oil.)R RRRMA-27
Engine oil filter (Use genuine NISSAN part or equiva-
lent)R RRRMA-28
Engine coolant (Use genuine NISSAN Engine Coolant
or equivalent in its quality.)See NOTE
(3)IIRIMA-23
PERIODIC MAINTENANCE
MA-9
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C
D
E
F
G
H
I
J
K
L
MB
MAN
OA
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-
ence
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
,
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
,
PB-4
,
CL-5
,
PERIODIC MAINTENANCE
MA-11
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C
D
E
F
G
H
I
J
K
L
MB
MAN
OA
Abbreviations: I = Inspect and correct or replace as necessary, R = Replace, L = Lubricate.
NOTE:
(1) Inspect once per year.
Maintenance items with “ ” should be performed more frequently according to “Maintenance Under Severe Driving Con-
ditions”.
MAINTENANCE UNDER SEVERE DRIVING CONDITIONS
(Annual Mileage <30,000 Km/year)
The maintenance intervals shown on the preceding pages are for normal operating conditions. If the vehicle is
mainly operated under severe driving conditions as shown below, more frequent maintenance must be per-
formed on the following items as shown in the table.
Severe driving conditions
A — Driving in dusty conditions
B — Driving repeatedly short distances or door to door driving
C — Towing a trailer or caravan
D — Extensive idling or urban driving
E — Driving in extremely adverse weather conditions or in areas where ambient temperatures are either
extremely low or extremely high
F — Driving in high humidity areas or in mountainous areas
G — Driving in areas using salt or other corrosive materials
H — Driving on rough and/or muddy roads or in the desert
I — Driving with frequent use of braking or in mountainous areas
J — Frequent off road use or driving in water
K —Sustained high speed driving
L — For models without Euro-OBD system (For petrol engine models)
MAINTENANCE OPERATIONMAINTENANCE INTERVAL
Reference
page Perform on a kilometer basis, but on an annu-
al basis when driving less than 20,000 km
(12,000 miles) per yearkm x 1,000
(Miles x
1,000)
Months20
(12)
1240
(24)
2460
(36)
3680
(48)
48100
(60)
60120
(72)
72
Underhood and under vehicle
Headlamp aiming IIIIIIEXL-81
,
Brake & clutch, systems and fluid (For level &
leaks)IIIIIIMA-54
,
MA-50
Brake fluidRRRMA-54
Brake booster vacuum hoses, connections &
check valveIIIBR-22,
BR-17
Manual transaxle gear oil (For leaks) IIIIIIMA-50
Automatic transaxle fluid (For level & leaks)See
NOTE
(1)IIIIIIMA-51(RE4F03B)
MA-52
(RS9F94B)
Steering gear & linkage, axle & suspension
parts, drive shafts & exhaust systemIIIMA-56
,
Wheel alignment (If necessary, rotate & bal-
ance wheels)IIIIIIFSU-6
,
RSU-5
,
Brake pads, rotors & other brake compo-
nentsIIIIIIMA-55
,
Foot brake, parking brake & clutch (For free
play, stroke & operation)IIIIIIBR-6
,
PB-4
,
CL-5
,
Air conditioner filterRRRRRRVTL-33
,
VTL-6
Body corrosionSee
NOTE (1)
PERIODIC MAINTENANCE
MA-13
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D
E
F
G
H
I
J
K
L
MB
MAN
OA
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
Refer-
ence 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)
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
,
PERIODIC MAINTENANCE
MA-15
< ON-VEHICLE MAINTENANCE >
C
D
E
F
G
H
I
J
K
L
MB
MAN
OA
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) Inspect once per year.
ENGINE AND EMISSION CONTROL MAINTENANCE (K9K ENGINE)
(Annual Mileage >30,000 Km/year)
Abbreviations: I = Inspect and correct or replace as necessary, R = Replace, D = Check filter and drain water
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
Headlamp aiming IIIIEXL-81
,
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
Manual transaxle gear oil (For level & leaks) IIIIMA-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
,
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
Refer-
ence page
Perform at number of kilometers (miles) basis only.km x 1,000
(Miles x
1,000)20
(12)40
(24)60
(36)80
(48)100
(60)120
(72)
Engine compartment and under vehicle
Engine oil (Use recommended oil.)RRRRRRMA-47
Engine oil filter (Use recommended oil filter)RRRRRRMA-48
Timing beltSee
NOTE (1)Replace every 120,000 km/60 monthsEM-291
Drive beltSee NOTE
(2)IIIIIRMA-42
Cooling system IIIIIICO-58
Engine coolant (Use genuine Nissan Engine Coolant
or equivalent in its quality.)See
NOTE (3)IRMA-42
MA-16
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PERIODIC MAINTENANCE
NOTE:
Maintenance items with “ ” should be performed more frequently according to “Maintenance Under Severe Driving Con-
ditions”.
(1) The replacement interval for the timing belt is the maximum lifespan which should not be exceeded. Replace the timing
belt if it comes into contact with fuel. The frequency of replacement should be adapted depending on vehicle usage. See
“Maintenance Under Severe Driving Conditions”.
(2) Replace every 120,000 km. Replace drive belt if it comes into contact with fuel or damage is found during inspection.
(3) First replace at 100,000 Km (60,000 miles), then every 60,000Km (36,000 miles). After first replacement, perform "I"
(checking the mixture ratio and correcting the mixture ratio if necessary) at the middle of replacement interval.
(4) If valve noise increases, check valve clearance.
CHASSIS AND BODY MAINTENANCE (K9K ENGINE)
(Annual Mileage >30,000 Km/year)
Abbreviations: I = Inspect and correct or replace as necessary, R = Replace, L = Lubricate.
Air cleaner filter RRRMA-46
Intake & exhaust valve clearanceSee
NOTE (4)Inspect every 100,000 kmEM-335
Fuel lines IIIIIIMA-45
Fuel filterDRDRDRFL-13
MAINTENANCE OPERATIONMAINTENANCE INTERVAL
Refer-
ence page
Perform at number of kilometers (miles) basis only.km x 1,000
(Miles x
1,000)20
(12)40
(24)60
(36)80
(48)100
(60)120
(72)
MAINTENANCE OPERATIONMAINTENANCE INTERVAL
Reference
page
Perform at number of kilometers (miles) basis only.km x 1,000
(Miles x
1,000)20
(12)40
(24)60
(36)80
(48)100
(60)120
(72)
Underhood and under vehicle
Headlamp aiming IIIIIIEXL-81
,
Brake & clutch, systems and fluid (For level & leaks) I I I I I IMA-54
,
MA-50
Brake fluidRRRMA-54
Brake booster vacuum hoses, connections & check
valveIIIBR-22,
BR-17
Manual transaxle gear oil (For leaks) I I I I I IMA-50
Automatic transaxle fluid (For level & leaks)See
NOTE
(1)IIIIIIMA-51
(RE4F03B
)
MA-52
(RS9F94B
)
Steering gear & linkage, axle & suspension parts,
drive shafts & exhaust systemIIIMA-56
,
Wheel alignment (If necessary, rotate & balance
wheels)IIIIIIFSU-6
,
RSU-5
,
Brake pads, rotors & other brake componentsIIIIIIMA-55
,
Foot brake, parking brake & clutch (For free play,
stroke & operation)IIIIIIBR-6
,
PB-4
,
CL-5
,
Air conditioner filterRRRRRRVTL-33
,
VTL-6
Body corrosionSee
NOTE (1)
RF-26
< SYMPTOM DIAGNOSIS >
SQUEAK AND RATTLE TROUBLE DIAGNOSES
The following materials, not available through NISSAN Parts Department, can also be used to repair squeaks
and rattles.
UHMW(TEFLON) TAPE
Insulates where slight movement is present. Ideal for instrument panel applications.
SILICONE GREASE
Used in place of UHMW tape that will be visible or not fit.
Note: Will only last a few months.
SILICONE SPRAY
Use when grease cannot be applied.
DUCT TAPE
Use to eliminate movement.
CONFIRM THE REPAIR
Confirm that the cause of a noise is repaired by test driving the vehicle. Operate the vehicle under the same
conditions as when the noise originally occurred. Refer to the notes on the Diagnostic Worksheet.
Generic Squeak and Rattle TroubleshootingINFOID:0000000001724411
Refer to Table of Contents for specific component removal and installation information.
INSTRUMENT PANEL
Most incidents are caused by contact and movement between:
1. The cluster lid A and instrument panel
2. Acrylic lens and combination meter housing
3. Instrument panel to front pillar garnish
4. Instrument panel to windshield
5. Instrument panel pins
6. Wiring harnesses behind the combination meter
7. A/C defroster duct and duct joint
These incidents can usually be located by tapping or moving the components to duplicate the noise or by
pressing on the components while driving to stop the noise. Most of these incidents can be repaired by apply-
ing felt cloth tape or silicone spray (in hard to reach areas). Urethane pads can be used to insulate wiring har-
ness.
CAUTION:
Do not use silicone spray to isolate a squeak or rattle. If you saturate the area with silicone, you will
not be able to recheck the repair.
CENTER CONSOLE
Components to pay attention to include:
1. Shifter assembly cover to finisher
2. A/C control unit and cluster lid C
3. Wiring harnesses behind audio and A/C control unit
The instrument panel repair and isolation procedures also apply to the center console.
DOORS
Pay attention to the:
1. Finisher and inner panel making a slapping noise
2. Inside handle escutcheon to door finisher
3. Wiring harnesses tapping
4. Door striker out of alignment causing a popping noise on starts and stops
Tapping or moving the components or pressing on them while driving to duplicate the conditions can isolate
many of these incidents. You can usually insulate the areas with felt cloth tape or insulator foam blocks from
the NISSAN Squeak and Rattle Kit (J-43980) to repair the noise.
TRUNK
Trunk noises are often caused by a loose jack or loose items put into the trunk by the owner.
In addition look for:
1. Trunk lid bumpers out of adjustment
RF-30
< ON-VEHICLE REPAIR >
SUNROOF SYSTEM
ON-VEHICLE REPAIR
SUNROOF SYSTEM
InspectionINFOID:0000000001724431
WIND DEFLECTOR
Check that the wind deflector (1) moves freely within the sunroof unit
assembly while manually pressing down and releasing. If a malfunc-
tion is detected, remove and visually check the deflector for damage,
deteriorated components, or foreign objects within mechanism.
Check to determine if a sufficient amount of grease has been applied
to the pivot areas for non-binding operation, if not add grease as
required. If it is damaged, replace it with a new one. If no damage is
found, reinstall it properly.
⇐: Vehicle front
LINK ASSEMBLY AND WIRE
NOTE:
Before replacing a suspect part, make sure it is the source of noise being experienced.
1. Check link to determine if coated film has peeled off to such an extent that substrate is visible. Check also
to determine if link is the source of noise. If it is, replace it.
2. Visually check to determine if a sufficient amount of grease has been applied to wire or rail groove of the
sunroof unit assembly. If not, add grease as required.
3. Check wire for any damage or deterioration. If any damage is found, replace sunroof unit assembly.
WEATHERSTRIP
1. Visually check weatherstrip for damage, deterioration, or deformation.
Open glass lid assembly enough to inspect front edge of weatherstrip.
Tilt up glass lid assembly fully to inspect sides and rear edge of weatherstrip.
If any area of the weatherstrip is found to be damaged, replace the glass lid assembly. Refer to RF-35,
"Removal and Installation" .
2. Check for leakage around glass lid.
Close glass lid fully.
Pour water around surface to determine area of concern.
- For gaps or misalignment, adjust glass lid to specifications. Refer to RF-32, "
Fitting Adjustment" .
- For damaged sealing surfaces, either replace glass lid RF-35, "
Removal and Installation" , or repair the
panel.
DRAIN HOSES
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