2008 NISSAN TIIDA maintenance

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MAINTENANCE
SERVICE INFORMATION ............................2
PRECAUTIONS ...................................................2
Precaution for Supplemental Restraint System
(SRS) "AIR BAG" and "SEAT BELT PRE-TEN-
SIONER" ...................................................................
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PREPARATION ...................................................3
Special Service Tool .................................................3
Commercial Service Tool ..........................................3
GENERAL MAINTENANCE ................................4
Explanation of General Maintenance ........................4
General Maintenance ................................................4
PERIODIC MAINTENANCE ................................6
Introduction of Periodic Maintenance ........................6
Schedule 1 ................................................................6
Schedule 2 ................................................................8
RECOMMENDED FLUIDS AND LUBRI-
CANTS ................................................................
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Fluids and Lubricants ..............................................10
SAE Viscosity Number ............................................10
Anti-freeze Coolant Mixture Ratio ...........................11
ENGINE MAINTENANCE ...................................12
Drive Belts ...............................................................12
Checking Drive Belts ...............................................12
Tension Adjustment ................................................12
Changing Engine Coolant .......................................12
Inspection ................................................................14
Checking Fuel Line ..................................................14
Changing Air Cleaner Filter .....................................14
Changing Engine Oil ................................................15
Engine Oil Filter .......................................................16
Changing Spark Plugs .............................................17
Checking EVAP Vapor Line .....................................18
CHASSIS AND BODY MAINTENANCE ...........19
Changing In-cabin Microfilter ...................................19
Checking Exhaust System .......................................19
Checking CVT Fluid .................................................19
Changing CVT Fluid ................................................20
Checking Clutch Fluid Level and Leaks ..................21
Checking Clutch System .........................................21
Checking M/T Oil .....................................................21
Changing M/T Oil .....................................................21
Checking A/T Fluid ..................................................22
Changing A/T Fluid ..................................................22
Balancing Wheels ....................................................23
Rotation ...................................................................23
Checking Brake Fluid Level and Leaks ...................23
Checking Brake Line and Cables ............................24
Changing Brake Fluid ..............................................24
Checking Disc Brake ...............................................24
Axle and Suspension Parts .....................................25
Drive Shaft ...............................................................26
Lubricating Locks, Hinges and Hood Latch .............27
Checking Seat Belts, Buckles, Retractors, An-
chors and Adjusters .................................................
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PRECAUTIONS
SERVICE INFORMATION
PRECAUTIONS
Precaution for Supplemental Restraint System (SRS) "AIR BAG" and "SEAT BELT
PRE-TENSIONER"
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The Supplemental Restraint System such as “AIR BAG” and “SEAT BELT PRE-TENSIONER”, used along
with a front seat belt, helps to reduce the risk or severity of injury to the driver and front passenger for certain
types of collision. This system includes seat belt switch inputs and dual stage front air bag modules. The SRS
system uses the seat belt switches to determine the front air bag deployment, and may only deploy one front
air bag, depending on the severity of a collision and whether the front occupants are belted or unbelted.
Information necessary to service the system safely is included in the SR and SB section of this Service Man-
ual.
WARNING:
• To avoid rendering the SRS inoperative, which could increase the risk of personal injury or death in
the event of a collision which would result in air bag inflation, all maintenance must be performed by
an authorized NISSAN/INFINITI dealer.
• Improper maintenance, including incorrect removal and installation of the SRS, can lead to personal
injury caused by unintentional activation of the system. For removal of Spiral Cable and Air Bag
Module, see the SR section.
• Do not use electrical test equipment on any circuit related to the SRS unless instructed to in this
Service Manual. SRS wiring harnesses can be identified by yellow and/or orange harnesses or har-
ness connectors.

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GENERAL MAINTENANCE
GENERAL MAINTENANCE
Explanation of General MaintenanceINFOID:0000000001704720
General MaintenanceINFOID:0000000001704721
General maintenance includes those items which should be checked during the normal day-to-day operation
of the vehicle. They are essential if the vehicle is to continue operating properly. The owners can perform
checks and inspections themselves or they can have their NISSAN dealers do them.
OUTSIDE THE VEHICLE
The maintenance items listed here should be performed from time to time, unless otherwise specified.
INSIDE THE VEHICLE
The maintenance items listed here should be checked on a regular basis, such as when performing periodic maintenance, cleaning the vehicle,
etc.
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TiresCheck the pressure including the spare, at least once a month and always prior
to a long distance trip. Adjust to the specified pressure if necessary. Check care-
fully for damage, cuts or excessive wear.WT-25, "
Tire"
Wheel nutsWhen checking the tires, make sure no nuts are missing, and check for any loose
nuts. Tighten if necessary.WT-6, "Rotation"
WindshieldClean the windshield on a regular basis. Check the windshield at least every six
months for cracks or other damage. Repair as necessary.—
Tire rotationTires should be rotated every 12,000 km (7,500 miles).WT-6, "
Rotation"
Transmitter compo-
nents in tire pressure
monitoring systemReplace grommet seal, valve core and cap of the transmitter in TPMS every tire
replacement by reaching wear limit of tire.WT-7
Wheel alignment and
balanceIf the vehicle pulls to either side while driving on a straight and level road, or if
you detect uneven or abnormal tire wear, there may be a need for wheel align-
ment. If the steering wheel or seat vibrates at normal highway speeds, wheel bal-
ancing may be needed.FSU-6, "Wheel Align-
ment Inspection" and
WT-6, "
Balancing
Wheels"
Windshield wiper
bladesCheck for cracks or wear if they do not wipe properly. —
Doors and engine
hoodCheck that all doors and the engine hood operate smoothly as well as the trunk
lid and back hatch. Also make sure that all latches lock securely. Lubricate if nec-
essary. Make sure that the secondary latch keeps the hood from opening when
the primary latch is released.
When driving in areas using road salt or other corrosive materials, check lubrica-
tion frequently.MA-27, "
Lubricating
Locks, Hinges and Hood
Latch"
LampsMake sure that the headlamps, stop lamps, tail lamps, turn signal lamps, and oth-
er lamps are all operating properly and installed securely. Also check headlamp
aim. Clean the headlamps on a regular basis.—
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Warning lamps and
buzzers/chimesMake sure that all warning lamps and buzzers/chimes are operating properly. —
Windshield wiper and
washerCheck that the wipers and washer operate properly and that the wipers do not
streak.—
Windshield defrosterCheck that the air comes out of the defroster outlets properly and in sufficient
quantity when operating the heater or air conditioning.—
Steering wheelCheck that it has the specified play. Be sure to check for changes in the steering
condition, such as excessive play, hard steering or strange noises.
Free play: Less than 35 mm (1.38 in)—
SeatsCheck seat position controls such as seat adjusters, seat back recliner, etc. to
make sure they operate smoothly and that all latches lock securely in every po-
sition. Check that the head restraints move up and down smoothly and that the
locks (if equipped) hold securely in all latched positions. Check that the latches
lock securely for folding-down rear seat backs.—

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UNDER THE HOOD AND VEHICLE
The maintenance items listed here should be checked periodically (e.g. each time you check the engine oil or refuel).
Seat belts
Check that all parts of the seat belt system (e.g. buckles, anchors, adjusters and
retractors) operate properly and smoothly and are installed securely. Check the
belt webbing for cuts, fraying, wear or damage.MA-27, "Checking Seat
Belts, Buckles, Retrac-
tors, Anchors and Adjust-
ers"
Accelerator pedalCheck the pedal for smooth operation and make sure the pedal does not catch
or require uneven effort. Keep the floor mats away from the pedal.—
Clutch pedalMake sure the pedal operates smoothly and check that it has the proper free play.MA-21
BrakesCheck that the brake does not pull the vehicle to one side when applied. —
Brake pedal and
boosterCheck the pedal for smooth operation and make sure it has the proper distance
under it when depressed fully. Check the brake booster function. Be sure to keep
floor mats away from the pedal.BR-5, "
Inspection and
Adjustment" and BR-18,
"On Board Inspection"
Parking brakeCheck that the lever has the proper travel and make sure that the vehicle is held
securely on a fairly steep hill when only the parking brake is applied.PB-4, "On-Vehicle Ser-
vice"
Automatic transaxle
“Park” mechanismCheck that the lock release button on the selector lever operates properly and
smoothly. On a fairly steep hill check that the vehicle is held securely with the se-
lector lever in the “P” position without applying any brakes.—
CVT P (Park) position
mechanismOn a fairly steep hill check that the vehicle is held securely with the selector lever
in the “P” position without applying any brakes.— ItemReference page
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Windshield wash-
er fluidCheck that there is adequate fluid in the tank. —
Engine coolant
levelCheck the coolant level when the engine is cold.CO-8, "
Inspection"
A/C condenser,
radiator and hos-
esCheck the front of the condenser and radiator and clean off any dirt, insects, leaves,
etc., that may have accumulated. Make sure the radiator hoses have no cracks, de-
formation, deterioration or loose connections.—
Brake and clutch
fluid levelsMake sure that the brake and clutch fluid levels are between the “MAX” and “MIN”
lines on the reservoirs.BR-8, "
On Board Inspec-
tion" and MA-21, "Checking
Clutch Fluid Level and
Leaks"
BatteryCheck the fluid level in each cell. It should be between the “MAX” and “MIN” lines.
Vehicles operated in high temperatures or under severe conditions require frequent
checks of the battery fluid level.—
Engine drive beltsMake sure that no belt is frayed, worn, cracked or oily.MA-12
Engine oil levelCheck the level on the dipstick after parking the vehicle on a level spot and turning
off the engine.LU-6, "Inspection"
Automatic tran-
saxle fluid levelCheck the level on the dipstick after putting the selector lever in “P” with the engine
idling.MA-19 and MA-22
Exhaust systemMake sure there are no loose supports, cracks or holes. If the sound of the exhaust
seems unusual or there is a smell of exhaust fumes, immediately locate the trouble
and correct it.MA-19
UnderbodyThe underbody is frequently exposed to corrosive substances such as those used
on icy roads or to control dust. It is very important to remove these substances, oth-
erwise rust will form on the floor pan, frame, fuel lines and around the exhaust sys-
tem. At the end of winter, the underbody should be thoroughly flushed with plain
water, being careful to clean those areas where mud and dirt can easily accumu-
late.—
Fluid leaksCheck under the vehicle for fuel, oil, water or other fluid leaks after the vehicle has
been parked for a while. Water dripping from the air conditioner after use is normal.
If you should notice any leaks or gasoline fumes are evident, check for the cause
and correct it immediately.—

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PERIODIC MAINTENANCE
PERIODIC MAINTENANCE
Introduction of Periodic MaintenanceINFOID:0000000001704722
Two different maintenance schedules are provided, and should be used, depending upon the conditions in
which the vehicle is mainly operated. After 60,000 miles (96,000 km) or 48 months, continue the periodic
maintenance at the same mileage/time intervals.
Schedule 1INFOID:0000000001704723
Emission Control System Maintenance
Abbreviations: R = Replace. I = Inspect. Correct or replace if necessary. [ ]: At the mileage intervals only
Schedule 1Follow Periodic Maintenance Schedule 1 if your driving habits frequently includes
one or more of the following driving conditions:
• Repeated short trips of less than 5 miles (8 km).
• Repeated short trips of less than 10 miles (16 km) with outside temperatures re-
maining below freezing.
• Operating in hot weather in stop-and-go “rush hour” traffic.
• Extensive idling and/or low speed driving for long distances, such as police, taxi
or door-to-door delivery use.
• Driving in dusty conditions.
• Driving on rough, muddy, or salt spread roads.
• Towing a trailer, using a camper or a car-top carrier.Emission Control Sys-
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Chassis and Body
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Schedule 2Follow Periodic Maintenance Schedule 2 if none of the driving conditions shown
in Schedule 1 apply to your driving habits.Emission Control Sys-
tem MaintenanceMA-8Chassis and Body
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MAINTENANCE OPERATIONMAINTENANCE INTERVAL
Reference Section -
Page or - Content Title Perform at number of
miles, kilometers or
months, whichever
comes first.Miles x 1,000
(km x 1,000)
Months3.75
(6)
37.5
(12)
611 . 2 5
(18)
915
(24)
1218.75
(30)
1522.5
(36)
1826.25
(42)
2130
(48)
24
Drive belt NOTE (1)MA-12
Air cleaner filter NOTE (2) [R]MA-14
EVAP vapor linesI*MA-18
Fuel linesI*MA-14
Fuel filter NOTE (3)—
Engine coolant NOTE (4)MA-12
Engine oil R R R R R R R RMA-15
Engine oil filter (Use
genuine oil filter or
equivalent)RRRRRRRRMA-16
Spark plugs (Iridium/
platinum-tipped type)Replace every 105,000 miles (169,000 km)MA-17
Intake and exhaust
valve clearance NOTE (5)EM-104, "Standard
and Limit"

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Abbreviations: R = Replace. I = Inspect. Correct or replace if necessary. [ ]: At the mileage intervals only
(1) After 60,000 miles (96,000 km) or 48 months, inspect every 15,000 miles (24,000 km) or 12 months. Replace the drive belts if found
damaged.
(2) If operating mainly in dusty conditions, more frequent maintenance may be required.
(3) Maintenance-free item. For service procedures, go to the FL section.
(4) After 60,000 miles (96,000 km) or 48 months, replace every 30,000 miles (48,000 km) or 24 months.
(5) If valve noise increases, inspect valve clearance.
* Maintenance items and intervals with “*” are recommended by NISSAN for reliable vehicle operation. The owner need not perform
such maintenance in order to maintain the emission warranty or manufacturer recall liability. Other maintenance items and intervals are
required.
Chassis and Body Maintenance
Abbreviations: R = Replace. I = Inspect. Correct or replace if necessary. L = Lubricate.
MAINTENANCE OPERATIONMAINTENANCE INTERVAL
Reference Section -
Page or - Content Title Perform at number of
miles, kilometers or
months, whichever
comes first.Miles x
1,000
(km x
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Months33.75
(54)
2737.5
(60)
3041.25
(66)
3345
(72)
3648.75
(78)
3952.5
(84)
4256.25
(90)
4560
(96)
48
Drive beltNOTE
(1)I*MA-12
Air cleaner filterNOTE
(2)[R]MA-14
EVAP vapor linesI*MA-18
Fuel linesI*MA-14
Fuel filterNOTE
(3)—
Engine coolantNOTE
(4)R*MA-12
Engine oil R R R R R R R RMA-15
Engine oil filter (Use
genuine oil filter or
equivalent)R R R R RRRRMA-16
Spark plugs (Iridium/
platinum-tipped type)Replace every 105,000 miles (169,000 km)MA-17
Intake and exhaust
valve clearance NOTE
(5)EM-104
MAINTENANCE OPERATIONMAINTENANCE INTERVAL
Reference
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Page or -
Content Title Perform at number of
miles, kilometers or
months, whichever
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1,000)
Months3.75
(6)
37.5
(12)
611 . 2 5
(18)
915
(24)
1218.75
(30)
1522.5
(36)
1826.25
(42)
2130
(48)
24
Brake lines & cables I IMA-24
Brake pads, rotors,
drums & liningsIIIIMA-24
Manual transaxle oil or
automatic transaxle
fluidNOTE (1) I IMA-19 , MA-
22 or MA-21
CVT fluid NOTE (2) I I
Steering gear & link-
age, axle & suspen-
sion partsIIIIMA-25
, PS-
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Tire rotation NOTE (3)WT-6
Front drive shaft boots I I I IMA-26

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PERIODIC MAINTENANCE
Abbreviations: R = Replace. I = Inspect. Correct or replace if necessary. L = Lubricate.
(1) If towing a trailer, using a camper or a car-top carrier, or driving on rough or muddy roads, change (not just inspect) oil (exc. LSD) at
every 30,000 miles (48,000 km) or 24 months, and change LSD gear oil every 15,000 miles (24,000 km) or 12 months.
(2) If towing a trailer, using a camper or a car-top carrier, or driving on rough or muddy roads, inspect CVT fluid deterioration with CON-
SULT-II every 60,000 miles (96,000 km), then change CVT fluid NS-2 if necessary. If CONSULT-II is not available, change (not just
inspect) CVT fluid NS-2 every 60,000 miles (96,000 km). Using transmission fluid other than Genuine NISSAN CVT Fluid NS-2 will
damage the CVT, which is not covered by the NISSAN new vehicle limited warranty.
(3) Refer to “Tire rotation” under the “GENERAL MAINTENANCE” heading earlier in this section.
Schedule 2INFOID:0000000001704724
Emission Control System Maintenance
Abbreviations: R = Replace. I = Inspect. Correct or replace if necessary. [ ]: At the mileage intervals only
Exhaust system I I I IMA-19
In-cabin microfilter R RMA-19
MAINTENANCE OPERATIONMAINTENANCE INTERVAL
Reference
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Page or -
Content Title Perform at number of
miles, kilometers or
months, whichever
comes first.Miles x
1,000
(km x
1,000)
Months3.75
(6)
37.5
(12)
611 . 2 5
(18)
915
(24)
1218.75
(30)
1522.5
(36)
1826.25
(42)
2130
(48)
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MAINTENANCE OPERATIONMAINTENANCE INTERVAL
Reference Sec-
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Content Title Perform at number of
miles, kilometers or
months, whichever
comes first.Miles x
1,000
(km x 1,000)
Months33.75
(54)
2737.5
(60)
3041.25
(66)
3345
(72)
3648.75
(78)
3952.5
(84)
4256.25
(90)
4560
(96)
48
Brake lines & cables I IMA-24
Brake pads, rotors,
drums & liningsII I IMA-24
Manual transaxle oil or
automatic transaxle fluidNOTE (1) I IMA-21 or MA-22
CVT fluid NOTE (2) I IMA-19
Steering gear & linkage,
axle & suspension partsII I IMA-25, PS-12
Tire rotation NOTE (3)MA-23
Front drive shaft boots I I I IMA-26
Exhaust system I I I IMA-19
In-cabin microfilter R RMA-19
MAINTENANCE OPERATIONMAINTENANCE INTERVAL
Reference
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kilometers or months, which-
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(km x
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Months7.5
(12)
615
(24)
1222.5
(36)
1830
(48)
2437.5
(60)
3045
(72)
3652.5
(84)
4260
(96)
48
Drive belt NOTE (1) I*MA-12
Air cleaner filter [R] [R]MA-14
EVAP vapor lines I* I*MA-18
Fuel lines I* I*MA-14
Fuel filter NOTE (2)—
Engine coolant NOTE (3) R*MA-12
Engine oil RR R RRRRRMA-15
Engine oil filter (Use genuine
oil filter or equivalent.)RR R RRRRRMA-16

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(1) After 60,000 miles (96,000 km) or 48 months, inspect every 15,000 miles (24,000 km) or 12 months. Replace the drive belt if found
damaged or if the auto belt tensioner reading reaches the maximum limit.
(2) Maintenance-free item.
(3) After 60,000 miles (96,000 km) or 48 months, replace every 30,000 miles (48,000 km) or 24 months.
(4) If valve noise increases, inspect valve clearance.
Maintenance items and intervals with “*” are recommended by NISSAN for reliable vehicle operation. The owner need not perform such
maintenance in order to maintain the emission warranty or manufacturer recall liability. Other maintenance items and intervals are
required.
Chassis and Body Maintenance
Abbreviations: R = Replace. I = Inspect. Correct or replace if necessary. L = Lubricate.
(1) Using transmission fluid other than Genuine NISSAN CVT Fluid NS-2 will damage the CVT, which is not covered by the NIS-
SAN new vehicle limited warranty.
(2) Refer to “Tire rotation” under the “GENERAL MAINTENANCE” heading earlier in this section. Spark plugs (Iridium/plati-
num-tipped type)Replace every 105,000 miles (169,000 km)MA-17
Intake and exhaust valve
clearance)NOTE (4)EM-104, "Sta n-
dard and Limit"
MAINTENANCE OPERATIONMAINTENANCE INTERVAL
Reference
Section - Page
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tle Perform at number of miles,
kilometers or months, which-
ever comes first.Miles x
1,000
(km x
1,000)
Months7.5
(12)
615
(24)
1222.5
(36)
1830
(48)
2437.5
(60)
3045
(72)
3652.5
(84)
4260
(96)
48
MAINTENANCE OPERATIONMAINTENANCE INTERVAL
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Content Title Perform at number of miles, kilo-
meters or months, whichever
comes first.Miles x 1,000
(km x 1,000)
Months7.5
(12)
615
(24)
1222.5
(36)
1830
(48)
2437.5
(60)
3045
(72)
3652.5
(84)
4260
(96)
48
Brake lines & cables I I I IMA-24
Brake pads, rotors, drums & lin-
ings IIIIMA-24
Manual transaxle oil or automatic
transaxle fluidIIIIMA-21 or MA-22
CVT fluid NOTE (1) IIIIMA-19
Steering gear & linkage, axle &
suspension partsIIMA-25, PS-12
Tire rotation NOTE (2)MA-23
Front drive shaft boots I I I IMA-26
Exhaust system I IMA-19
In-cabin microfilter R R R RMA-19