2010 NISSAN VERSA HATCHBACK engine coolant

CHANGING ENGINE COOLANT
A NISSAN dealer can change the engine coolant.
The service procedure can be found in the
NISSAN Service Manual.
Improper servicing can result in reduced
heater performance and engine overheat-
ing.
WARNING
●To avoid the danger of being scalded,
never change the coolant when the en-
gine is hot.
● Never remove the radiator cap when the
engine is hot. Serious burns could be
caused by high pressure fluid escaping
from the radiator.
● Avoid direct skin contact with used
coolant. If skin contact is made, wash
thoroughly with soap or hand cleaner
as soon as possible.
● Keep coolant out of the reach of chil-
dren and pets.
Engine coolant must be disposed of properly.
Check your local regulations.
CHECKING ENGINE OIL LEVEL
1. Park the vehicle on a level surface and apply the parking brake.
2. Start the engine and let it idle until it reaches operating temperature.
3. Turn off the engine. Wait more than 10
minutes for the oil to drain back into
the oil pan.
4. Remove the dipstick and wipe it clean. Re- insert it all the way.
HR16DE engine
LDI0689
MR18DE engine
LDI0520
ENGINE OIL
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WINDSHIELD-WASHER FLUID
RESERVOIR
To check the windshield-washer fluid level, use
your finger to plug the center hole of the cap/tube
assembly, then remove it from the reservoir. If
there is no fluid in the tube, add fluid.
Add a washer solvent to the windshield-washer
fluid reservoir for better cleaning. In the winter
season, add a windshield-washer antifreeze. Fol-
low the manufacturer’s instructions for the mix-
ture ratio.
Refill the reservoir more frequently when driving
conditions require an increased amount of
windshield-washer fluid.Recommended fluid is Genuine NISSAN
Windshield-Washer Fluid Concentrate Cleaner
& Anti-freeze or equivalent.
CAUTION
●
Do not substitute engine anti-freeze
coolant for windshield-washer solution.
This may result in damage to the paint.
● Do not fill the windshield-washer fluid
reservoir tank with washer fluid con-
centrates at full strength. Some methyl
alcohol based washer fluid concen-
trates may permanently stain the grille
if spilled while filling the windshield-
washer fluid reservoir tank.
● Pre-mix windshield-washer fluid con-
centrates with water to the manufactur-
er’s recommended levels before pour-
ing the fluid into the windshield-washer
fluid reservoir tank. Do not use the
windshield-washer fluid reservoir tank
to mix the washer fluid concentrate and
water. ●
Keep the battery surface clean and dry.
Clean the battery with a solution of baking
soda and water.
● Make certain the terminal connections are
clean and securely tightened.
● If the vehicle is not to be used for 30 days or
longer, disconnect the negative (-) battery
terminal cable to prevent discharge.
WARNING
●Do not expose the battery to electrical
sparks, flames or smoking. Hydrogen
gas generated by the battery is explo-
sive. Explosive gases can cause blind-
ness or injury. Do not allow battery fluid
to contact your skin, eyes, fabrics or
painted surfaces. Sulfuric acid can
cause blindness or severe burns. After
touching a battery or battery cap, do not
touch or rub your eyes. Thoroughly
wash your hands. If the acid contacts
your eyes, skin or clothing, immediately
flush with water for at least 15 minutes
and seek medical attention.
SDI1866
WINDSHIELD-WASHER FLUID BATTERY
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The following are approximate capacities. The actual refill capacities may be slightly different. When refilling, follow the procedure
described in the “Maintenance and do-it-yourself” section to determine the proper refill capacity.
Capacity (Approximate)
US measure Imp measureLiterRecommended Fluids and Lubricants
Fuel 13-1/4 gal11 gal50.0See “Fuel recommendation” in this section.
Engine oil (drain and refill) *8
With oil filter
change HR16DE 3-1/8 qt
2-5/8 qt3.0
HR16DE and MR18DE:
Engine oil with API Certification Mark *1
Viscosity SAE 5W-30*1
MR18DE 4-3/8 qt
3-5/8 qt4.1
Without oil filter
change HR16DE 3 qt
2-1/2 qt2.8
MR18DE 4-1/8 qt 3-3/8 qt3.9
Cooling system (with reservoir) HR16DE 1-5/8 gal 1-3/8 gal6.350% Genuine NISSAN Long Life Antifreeze/Coolant or equivalent
*2
50% Demineralized or distilled water
MR18DE 1-3/4 gal
1-1/2 gal6.8
Manual transmission gear oil —
—5-speed M/T: Genuine NISSAN Manual Transmission Fluid (MTF)
HQ Multi 75W-85 or API GL-4, Viscosity SAE 75W-85
6-speed M/T: Genuine NISSAN gear oil (XT4447 M+) 75W80,
Genuine NISSAN gear oil (ETL8997B) 75W80, or equivalent *3
Automatic transmission fluid Refill to the proper level according to the instruc-
tions in the “Maintenance and do-it-yourself”
section.*9Genuine NISSAN Matic S ATF *4
Continuously Varible Transmission (CVT) fluid Genuine NISSAN CVT fluid NS-2 *5
Brake and clutch fluid Genuine NISSAN Super Heavy Duty Brake Fluid *6 or equivalent
DOT 3
CAPACITIES AND RECOMMENDED
FUEL/LUBRICANTS
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Capacity (Approximate)
US measure Imp measureLiterRecommended Fluids and Lubricants
Multi-purpose grease ——NLGI No. 2 (Lithium soap base)
Air conditioning system refrigerant ——HFC-134a (R-134a) *7
Air conditioning system oil M/T and A/T ——NISSAN A/C System Oil Type R or equivalent *7
CVT ——NISSAN A/C System Oil Type S or equivalent *7
Windshield-washer fluid ——Genuine NISSAN Windshield Washer Concentrate Cleaner & An-
tifreeze or equivalent
*1: For further details, see “Engine oil and oil filter recommendations.”
*2: Use Genuine NISSAN Engine Coolant or equivalent in its quality, in order to avoid possible aluminum corrosion within the engine cooling system caused by the use of non-genuine engine coolant. Note that any repairs for incidents within the engine cooling system while using non-genuine engine coolant may not be covered by the warranty
even if such incidents occurred during the warranty period.
*3: If Genuine NISSAN gear oil is not available, API GL-4, Viscosity SAE 75W-80 may be used as a temporary replacement. However, use Genuine NISSAN gear oil as soon as it is available.
*4: If Genuine NISSAN Matic S ATF is not available, Genuine NISSAN Matic D ATF may also be used. Using automatic transmission fluid other than Genuine NISSAN Matic S or Matic D 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.
*5: Use only Genuine NISSAN CVT Fluid NS-2. Using transmission fluid other than Genuine NISSAN CVT Fluid NS-2 will damage the CVT transmission, which is not
covered by the NISSAN new vehicle limited warranty.
*6: Available in mainland U.S.A. through a NISSAN dealer.
*7: For further details, see “Air conditioner system refrigerant and oil recommendations.”
*8: For further details, see “Engine oil” in the “Maintenance and do-it-yourself” section of this manual.
*9: See your NISSAN dealer or qualified workshop for service.
Technical and consumer information9-3

Child safety rear door lock............3-7
Chimes, audible reminders ...........2-14
Cleaning exterior and interior ...........7-2
Clock ...................4-26, 4-29
Clutch Clutch fluid ..................8-15
C.M.V.S.S. certification label ..........9-11
Cold weather driving ..............5-32
Compact disc (CD) player . . . .4-27, 4-31, 4-36
Console box ...................2-28
Continuously Variable Transmission (CVT). . .5-17 Continuously Variable Transmission (CVT)
fluid ......................8-13
Driving with Continuously Variable
Transmission (CVT) .............5-17
Control panel buttons ...............4-2
Brightness/contrast button ..........4-8
Enter button ..................4-2
Setting button .................4-5
Controls Audio controls (steering wheel) .......4-45
Heater and air conditioner controls .....4-9
Coolant Capacities and recommended
fuel/lubricants .................9-2
Changing engine coolant ...........8-9
Checking engine coolant level ........8-8
Corrosion protection ...............7-5
Cruise control ..................5-24
Cup holders ...................2-27
Curtain side-impact air bag system
(See supplemental side air bag and curtain
side-impact air bag system) ...........1-52 D
Daytime running light system (Canada only) . .2-21
Defroster switch Rear window and outside mirror defroster
switch .....................2-20
Dimensions and weights .............9-9
Dimmer switch for instrument panel ......2-22
Display controls (see control panel buttons) . .4-2
Door locks ..................3-4, 3-5
Door open warning light .............2-8
Drive belt .....................8-18
Driving Cold weather driving ............5-32
Driving with automatic transmission . . . .5-13
Driving withContinuously

Variable
Transmission (CVT) .............5-17
Driving with manual transmission ......5-21
Precautions when starting and driving . . . .5-2
E
Economy - fuel ..................5-26
Emission control information label .......9-12
Emission control system warranty .......9-18
Engine Before starting the engine ..........5-12
Block heater .................5-33
Capacities and recommended
fuel/lubricants .................9-2
Changing engine coolant ...........8-9
Changing engine oil .............8-10
Changing engine oil filter ..........8-12
Checking engine coolant level ........8-8Checking engine oil level
...........8-9
Engine compartment check locations . . . .8-6
Engine cooling system ............8-8
Engine oil ...................8-9
Engine oil and oil filter recommendation . . .9-6
Engine oil pressure warning light .......2-8
Engine oil viscosity ..............9-6
Engine serial number ............9-11
Engine specifications .............9-8
Starting the engine .............5-12
Enter button ....................4-2
Event data recorders ..............9-20
Exhaust gas (Carbon monoxide) .........5-2
Eyeglass case ..................2-26
F
Flashers
(See hazard warning flasher switch) ......2-23
Flat tire .......................6-2
Floor mat positioning aid .............7-5
Fluid Automatic transmission fluid (ATF) .....8-13
Brake fluid ..................8-15
Capacities and recommended
fuel/lubricants .................9-2
Clutch fluid ..................8-15
Continuously Variable

Transmission (CVT)
fluid ......................8-13
Engine coolant .................8-8
Engine oil ...................8-9
F.M.V.S.S. certification label ...........9-11
Fog light switch .................2-22
Front air bag system
(See supplemental restraint system) ......1-48
10-2