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Abbreviations: R = Replace. I = Inspect. Corr ect or replace if necessary. L = Lubricate.
(1) If towing a trailer, using a camper or car-top carrier, or driving on rough or muddy roads, change (not just inspect) oil/f luid at every
30,000 miles (48,000 km) or 24 months.
(2) If towing a trailer, using a camper or car-top carrier, or driving on rough or muddy roads, inspect CVT fluid deterioration with CON-
SULT-III every 60,000 miles (96,000 km), then change CVT fluid NS -2 if necessary. (Refer to CVT section) If CONSULT-III is not avail-
able, 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:0000000005931133
Emission Control System Maintenance
Manual transaxle oil or
automatic transaxle
fluidNOTE (1)
IIMT-11
(RS5F91R) MT-54
(RS6F94R)
AT- 1 7
(A/T)
CVT fluid NOTE (2) IICVT-14
(RE0F08B)
Steering gear & link-
age, axle & suspen-
sion parts IIII
PS-15
, MA-
47
Tire rotation
NOTE (3) WT-7
Front drive shaft bootsIIIIMA-48
Exhaust system IIIIEX-4
HR16DE, EX-
10 MR18DE
MAINTENANCE OPERATION
MAINTENANCE 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)
Months 3.75
(6)3 7.5
(12) 6 11 . 2 5
(18) 9 15
(24) 12 18.75
(30)15 22.5
(36) 18 26.25
(42)21 30
(48) 24
MAINTENANCE OPERATION MAINTENANCE INTERVAL
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Perform at number of
miles, kilometers or
months, whichever
comes first. Miles x
1,000
(km x 1,000)
Months 33.75
(54)27 37.5
(60) 30 41.25
(66)33 45
(72) 36 48.75
(78)39 52.5
(84) 42 56.25
(90)45 60
(96) 48
Brake lines & cables IIMA-46
Brake pads, rotors,
drums & linings II I I
MA-46
MA-46
Manual transaxle oil or
automatic transaxle fluidNOTE (1)
IIMA-41
(RS5F91R)
MA-42
(RS6F94R)
MA-43
(A/T)
CVT fluid NOTE (2) IIMA-38
(RE0F08B)
Steering gear & linkage,
axle & suspension parts II I I
PS-15
, MA-47
Tire rotationNOTE (3) WT-7
Front drive shaft bootsII IIFAX-9
Exhaust system II IIEX-4 HR16DE,
EX-10
MR18DE
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PERIODIC MAINTENANCE
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 belt if found
damaged or if the auto belt tensioner reading reaches the maximum limit.
(2) Maintenance-free item. For service procedures, refer to the FL section.
(3) First replacement interval is 105,000 miles (168,000 km) or 84 months. After first replacement, replace every 75,000 miles (120,000
km) or 60 months. Use only Genuine NISSAN long life Antifreeze/Coolant (blue) or equivalent with proper mixture ratio of 50% an ti-
freeze and 50% demineralized or distilled water. Mixing any other type of coolant or the use of non-distilled water will reduce the life
expectancy of the factory fill coolant.
(4) Periodic maintenance is not required. However, if valve noise increases, inspect valve clearance.
Maintenance items and intervals with “*” are recommended by NISSAN for reliab le 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 = Inspec t. Correct or replace if necessary. .
MAINTENANCE OPERATION MAINTENANCE INTERVAL
Reference
Section - Page
or - Content Ti- tle
Perform at number of miles,
kilometers or months, which-
ever comes first. Miles x
1,000
(km x
1,000)
Months 7.5
(12) 6 15
(24) 12 22.5
(36) 18 30
(48) 24 37.5
(60) 30 45
(72) 36 52.5
(84) 42 60
(96) 48
Drive belt NOTE (1) I*EM-13
(HR)
EM-132
(MR)
Air cleaner filter [R][R]EM-16
(HR)
EM-136
(MR)
EVAP vapor lines I*I*MA-25
(HR)
MA-36
(MR)
Fuel lines I*I*FL-5
Fuel filter NOTE (2) —
Engine coolant* NOTE (3) CO-11
(HR)
CO-36
(MR)
Engine oil RR R RRRRR LU-8
(HR)
LU-18
(MR)
Engine oil filter (Use genuine
oil filter or equivalent.) RR R RRRRR LU-9
(HR)
LU-20
(MR)
Spark plugs (Iridium/plati-
num - tipped type) Replace every 105,000 miles (168,000 km) EM-17
(HR)
EM-151
(MR)
Intake and exhaust valve
clearance* NOTE (4)
EM-114
(HR)
EM-230
(MR)
MAINTENANCE OPERATION MAINTENANCE INTERVAL
Reference Sec-
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Perform at number of miles, kilo-
meters or months, whichever
comes first. Miles x 1,000
(km x 1,000)
Months 7.5
(12)
6 15
(24)
12 22.5
(36)
18 30
(48)
24 37.5
(60)
30 45
(72)
36 52.5
(84)
42 60
(96)
48
B ra ke lin e s & cab le s IIII MA-46
Brake pads, rotors, drums & lin-
ings IIII
MA-46
MA-46
Manual transaxle oil or automatic
transaxle fluid IIIIMT-11
(RS5F91R)
MT-54
(RS6F94R)
AT- 1 7
(A/T)
C VT flu id NO TE (1) IIII CVT-15
(RE0F08B)
Steering gear & linkage, axle &
suspension parts II
PS-15
, MA-47
Tire rotation NOTE (2) WT-7
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(1) Using transmission fluid other than Genuine NISSAN CVT Flui d NS-2 will damage the CVT, which is not covered by the
NISSAN new vehicle limited warranty .
(2) Refer to “Tire rotation” under the “GENERAL MAINTENANCE” heading earlier in this section.
Front drive shaft boots I I I I
MA-48
Exhaust systemIIEX-4 HR16DE,
EX-10
MR18DE
MAINTENANCE OPERATION
MAINTENANCE INTERVAL
Reference Sec-
tion - Page or -
Content Title
Perform at number of miles, kilo-
meters or months, whichever
comes first. Miles x 1,000
(km x 1,000)
Months 7.5
(12)
6 15
(24)
12 22.5
(36)
18 30
(48)
24 37.5
(60)
30 45
(72)
36 52.5
(84)
42 60
(96)
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RECOMMENDED FLUIDS AND LUBRICANTS
RECOMMENDED FLUIDS AND LUBRICANTS
Fluids and LubricantsINFOID:0000000005931134
*1: For further details, see “Engine Oil Recommendation”.
*2: If Genuine NISSAN gear oil is not available, API GL-4, Viscosity SAE 75W-85 may also be used as a temporary replacement. How-
ever, use Genuine NISSAN gear oil as soon as it is available.
*3: If Genuine NISSAN ge ar 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 NISSIAN Matic D ATF may also be used. Using automatic transmission
other than Genuine NISSAN Matic S or Genuine NISSIAN Matic D ATF will cause deteri oration in driveability and automatic transmis-
sion durability, and may damage the automatic transmission, which is not covered by th e 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 dam-
age the CVT, 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 specification label”. Description
Capacity (Approximate)
Recommended Fluids/Lubricants
Liter US measure Imp measure
Fuel 50.0 13 1/4 gal 11 galUnleaded gasoline with an octane
rating of at least 87 AKI (RON 91)
Engine oil
Drain and refill With oil filter
change
HR16DE 3.0 3 1/8 qt 2 5/8 qt
• Engine oil with API Certification Mark *1
• Viscosity SAE 5W-30
MR18DE 4.1 4 3/8 qt 3 5/8 qt
Without oil
filter change HR16DE 2.8
3 qt 2 1/2 qt
MR18DE 3.9 4 1/8 qt 3 3/8 qt
Dry engine (engine overhaul) HR16DE 3.5 3 3/4 qt 3 1/8 qt
MR18DE 4.9 5 1/8 qt 4 3/8 qt
Cooling system
(with reservoir at max level) HR16DE 6.3 6 5/8 qt 5 1/2 qt Genuine NISSAN Long Life Anti-
freeze / Coolant (blue) or equivalent
MR18DE 6.8 7 1/4 qt 6 qt
Manual transaxle fluid (MTF) 5MT
2.6 5 1/2 pt 4 5/8 pt Genuine NISSAN Manual Transmis-
sion Fluid (MTF) HQ Multi 75W-85 or
equivalent*2
6MT 2.0 4 1/4 pt 3 1/2 pt Genuine NISSAN gear oil (Chevron
Texaco ETL8997B) 75W-80, or
equivalent *3
Automatic transaxle fluid (ATF) HR16DE 7.7 8 1/8 qt 6 3/4 qt
Genuine NISSAN Matic S ATF*4
MR18DE 7.9 8 3/8 qt 7 qt
CVT fluid RE0F08B 6.9 7 1/4 qt 6 1/8 qt Genuine NISSAN CVT Fluid NS-2 *5
Brake and clutch fluid ———Genuine NISSAN Super Heavy Duty
Brake Fluid*6 or equivalent DOT 3
(US FMVSS No. 116)
Multi-purpose grease ——— NLGI No. 2 (Lithium soap base)
Windshield washer fluid 4.5 4 3/4 qt 4 qtGenuine NISSAN Windshield Wash-
er Concentrate Cleaner & Anti-
Freeze or equivalent
Air conditioning system refrigerant 0.45 ± 0.05 kg 0.99 ± 0.11 lb 0.99 ± 0.11 lb HFC-134a (R-134a) *7
Air conditioning system oil MR18DE -
Typ e 1
and
HR16DE
120 m
4.1 fl oz 4.2 fl oz A/C System Oil Type R (DH-PR) *7
MR18DE -
Typ e 2 100 m
3.4 fl oz 3.5 fl oz A/C System Oil Type S (DH-PS)*7
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2. Insert oil level gauge and make sure the engine oil level is within the range (A) as shown.
3. If it is out of range, adjust it.
ENGINE OIL APPEARANCE
• Check engine oil for white milky appearance or excessive contamination.
• If engine oil becomes white, it is highly probable t hat it is contaminated with engine coolant. Repair or
replace damaged parts.
ENGINE OIL LEAKAGE
Check for engine oil leakage around the following areas:
• Oil pan (upper and lower)
• Oil pan drain plug
• Oil pressure switch
• Oil filter
• Intake valve timing control solenoid valve
• Front cover
• 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 burn yoursel f, as engine oil may be hot.
• For engine oil pressure check the transaxle should be in “ Park position” (A/T models) and (CVT
models) or “Neutral position” (M/T mode ls), and apply the parking brake securely.
1. Check engine oil level.
2. Remove engine under cover. Refer to EI-15, "
Removal and Installation".
3. Disconnect harness connector at oil pressure switch (1), and remove oil pressure switch (1) from the cylinder block using suit-
able tool.
• Oil pan (lower) (2)
• : Front
CAUTION:
Do not drop or shock oil pressure switch.
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EXHAUST SYSTEM
EXHAUST SYSTEM : Checking Exhaust System HR16DEINFOID:0000000005931165
Check exhaust pipes, muffler and mounting for improper attachment,
leaks, cracks, damage or deterioration.
• If necessary, repair or replace damaged parts.
EXHAUST SYSTEM : Checking Exhaust System MR18DEINFOID:0000000005931166
Check exhaust pipes, muffler and mounting for improper attachment,
leaks, cracks, damage or deterioration.
• If necessary, repair or replace damaged parts.
CVT FLUID
CVT FLUID : Checking CVT FluidINFOID:0000000005931167
FLUID LEVEL CHECK
Fluid level should be checked with the fluid warmed up to 50° to 80°C (122° to 176°F).
1. Check for fluid leakage.
2. With the engine warmed up, drive the vehicle to warm up the CVT fluid. When ambient temperature is 20 °C (68° F), it takes
about 10 minutes for the CVT fluid to warm up to 50 ° to 80 °C
(122° to 176 °F).
3. Park the vehicle on a level surface and set the parking brake.
4. With engine at idle, while depressing brake pedal, move the shift selector throughout the entire shift range and return it to the
“P” position.
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SMA211A
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5. Press the tab on the CVT fluid level gauge to release the lockand pull out the CVT fluid level gauge from the CVT fluid charg-
ing pipe.
6. Wipe fluid off the CVT fluid level gauge. Then rotate the CVT fluid level gauge 180 ° and re-insert it into the CVT charging pipe
as far as it will go.
CAUTION:
Always use lint free paper towels to wipe fluid off the CVT
fluid level gauge.
7. Remove the CVT fluid level gauge and check that the fluid level is within the specified range as shown. If the fluid level is at or
below the low side of the range, add the necessary specified
NISSAN CVT fluid through the CVT charging pipe.
CAUTION:
• Only use specified NISSAN CVT fluid.
• Do not overfill the CVT.
8. Install the CVT fluid level gauge to the CVT fluid charging pipe until it locks. CAUTION:
When CVT fluid level gauge is in stalled into the CVT fluid charging pipe, make sure that the CVT
fluid level gauge is securely locked in place.
FLUID CONDITION CHECK
CVT FLUID : Chan ging CVT FluidINFOID:0000000005931168
1. Warm up CVT fluid by driving the vehicle for 10 minutes.
SCIA1933E
SCIA1931E
Fluid grade: Refer to MA-14, "Fluids and Lubri-
cants".
SCIA1932E
Fluid status Conceivable cause Required operation
Varnished (viscous
varnish state) Clutch, brake
scorchedReplace the CVT fluid and check the
CVT main unit and the vehicle for
malfunctions (wire harness, cooler
pipes, etc.)
Milky white or cloudy Water in the fluid Replace the CVT fluid and check for places where water is getting in.
Large amount of
metal powder mixed
in fluid Unusual wear of
sliding parts within
CVTReplace the CVT fluid and check for
improper operation of the CVT.
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• : Vehicle front
• Radiator (2)
• CVT fluid cooler hose [inlet side (3)]
• Transaxle assembly (4)
2. Drain CVT fluid from CVT fluid cooler hose [outlet side (1)] and refill with new specified NISSAN CVT fluid in the CVT fluid
charging pipe with the engine running at idle speed.
CAUTION:
Only use the specifi ed NISSAN CVT fluid.
3. Refill until new CVT fluid comes out from CVT fluid cooler hose [outlet side (1)]. NOTE:
About 30 to 50% extra fluid will be required for this procedure.
4. Check fluid level and condition. Refer to MA-37, "
CVT FLUID : Checking CVT Fluid".
CAUTION:
Delete CVT fluid deterioration date with CONSULT-III after changing CVT fluid. Refer to CVT-48,
"CONSULT-III Function (TRANSMISSION)".
CLUTCH FLUID
CLUTCH FLUID : Air Bleeding ProcedureINFOID:0000000005931169
CAUTION:
Do not spill clutch fluid onto painted surfaces. If it spills, wipe up immediately and wash the affected
area with water.
NOTE:
• Do not use a vacuum assist or any other type of power bleeder on this system. Use of a vacuum assist or power bleeder will not purge all the air from the system.
• Carefully monitor fluid level in reservoir tank during bleeding operation.
1. Fill master cylinder reservoir tank with new clutch fluid.
2. Connect a transparent vinyl tube and container to the bleeding connector (1) on the CSC.
3. Depress and release the clutch pedal slowly and fully 15 times at an interval of two to three seconds and release the clutch
pedal.
4. Push in the lock pin (1) of the bleeding connector (2), and maintain the position. • RS5F91R transaxle models
CAUTION:
Hold the lock pin in to preven t the bleeding connector from
separating when fluid pressure is applied.
Fluid capacity and grade: Refer to
MA-14, "
Fluids
and Lubricants".SCIA6088E
PCIB1494E
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