2012 NISSAN NOTE Washer

Handbrake*:
Confirm that your vehicle is held securely on a fairly
steep hill with only the handbrake applied.
Seats:
Check seat position controls such as seat adjust-
ers, seatback recliner, etc. to ensure they operate
smoothly and all latches lock securely in every posi-
tion. Check that the head restraints move up and
down smoothly and the locks hold securely in all
latched positions.
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. See “Seat belt maintenance” in the
“1. Safety — seats, seat belts and supplemental
restraint system” section for further details.
Steering wheel:
Check for any change in the steering conditions,
such as excessive free play, hard steering or strange
noises.
Warning lights and audible reminders:
Make sure that all warning/indicator lights and au-
dible reminders are operating properly.
Windscreen defogger:
Check that the air comes out of the defogger outlets
properly when operating the heater or air condi-
tioner.Windscreen wiper and washer*:
Check that the wipers and washer operate properly
and that the wipers do not streak.When performing any inspection or maintenance
work on your vehicle, always take care to prevent
serious accidental injury to yourself or damage to
the vehicle. The following are general precautions
which should be closely observed.
•Park the vehicle on a level surface, apply the
handbrake securely and block the wheels to
prevent the vehicle from moving. For a manual
transmission models, move the gear lever to
N (Neutral) position. [For automatic transmis-
sion models, move the selector lever to P
(Park) position.]
•Do not work under the engine bonnet while
the engine is hot. Turn off the engine and wait
until it cools down.
•Be sure to turn the ignition switch to the “OFF”
or LOCK position.
When the ignition switch is in the ON or Acc
position, the cooling fan may start to operate
suddenly even when the engine is not run-
ning. To avoid injury, always disconnect the
negative battery cable before working near
the engine.
•If you must work with the engine running,
keep your hands, clothing, hair and tools away
from moving fans, belts and any other moving
parts.
•It is advisable to remove ties and any jewel-
lery, such as rings, watches, etc. before work-
ing on your vehicle.
MAINTENANCE PRECAUTIONS
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WARNING
•NISSAN recommends contacting a NISSAN
dealer or qualified workshop for engine oil
servicing.
NISSAN GREEN PROGRAM
A used oil filter should be disposed of at a
rubbish tip having proper facilities.
•Be careful not to burn yourself, as the engine
oil is hot.
•Prolonged and repeated contact with used
engine oil may cause skin cancer.
•Avoid direct skin contact with used oil. If skin
contact is made, wash thoroughly with soap
or hand cleaner and plenty of water as soon
as possible.
•Store used engine oil in marked containers
out of the reach of children.
1. Park the vehicle on a level surface and apply the
handbrake.
2. Start the engine. If the engine is cold, start and
let the engine idle until the engine temperature
reaches the operational temperature.
3. Turn the engine off and wait at least 10 minutes
to let the engine oil drain back into the oil pan.
4. Open the bonnet. For details, see “Bonnet
release” in the “3. Pre-driving checks and
adjustments” section.
5. Remove the engine oil filler cap.
6. Raise and support the vehicle using a suitable
floor jack and safety jack stands.
Place the safety jack stands under the vehicle
jack-up points.
For details, see “Flat tyre” in the “6. In case of
emergency” section.
7. Remove the engine compartment under cover
(where fitted).8. Place a large drain pan under the drain plug.
9. Remove the drain plug with a wrench and com-
pletely drain the oil.
If the engine oil filter needs to be changed, re-
move and replace it at this time. See “Changing
engine oil filter” later in this section.
10. Clean and reinstall the drain plug along with a
new washer. Securely tighten the drain plug
with a wrench.Do not use excessive force.
Drain plug tightening torques:
CR14DE or HR16DE engine:
34.3 N•m (3.5 kg-m, 25 ft-lb)
K9K engine:
20 N•m (2.0 kg-m, 15 ft-lb)
11. Refill the engine with recommended engine oil
and quantity.
See “Capacities and recommended fuel/
lubricants” in the “9. Technical information” sec-
tion.
12. Check the oil level with the dipstick. For details,
see “Checking engine oil level” earlier in this
section. If necessary, add engine oil.
13. Install the engine oil filler cap securely.
14. Start the engine.
15. Check for any leakage around the drain plug.
Correct as required.
16. Turn the engine off and wait several minutes.
17. Check the oil level again with the dipstick. If
necessary, add engine oil.NDI509Z
Euro 4 — K9K engine
NDI1064
Euro 5 — K9K engine
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18. Install the engine compartment undercover
(where fitted).
19. Lower the vehicle carefully to the ground.
20. Close the bonnet.
CHANGING ENGINE OIL FILTER
WARNING
•NISSAN recommends contacting a NISSAN
dealer or qualified workshop for engine oil fil-
ter servicing.
NISSAN GREEN PROGRAM
A used oil filter should be disposed of at a
rubbish tip having proper facilities.
Engine oil filter replacement
Removal:
1. Drain the engine oil. For details, see “Changing
engine oil” earlier in this section.
2. Loosen the engine oil filter unit with an oil filter
wrench. Depending on the engine model, a spe-
cialcap typewrench may be required. See a
NISSAN dealer or qualified workshop, if in doubt.
3. Remove the engine oil filter unit.
4. Wipe the engine oil filter mounting surface with a
clean rag.CAUTION
If any oil is spilled on the engine or the ve-
hicle, thoroughly wipe it clean.
Installation:
1. Clean and reinstall the drain plug along with a
new washer. For tightening torque details, see
“Changing engine oil” earlier in this section.
2. Coat the rubber gasket on the new engine oil fil-
ter unit with clean engine oil.
3. Install the engine oil filter unit by hand until a
slight resistance is felt, then tighten additionally
2/3ofaturn.
Engine oil filter tightening torques:
CR14DE or HR16DE engine:
17.7 N•m (1.8 kg-m, 13 ft-lb)
K9K engine:
14 N•m (1.4 kg-m, 10 ft-lb)
4. Add engine oil and check the oil level with the
engine oil dipstick. For details, see “Checking
engine oil level” earlier in this section and “Ca-
pacities and recommended fuel/lubricants” in the
“9. Technical information” section.
5. Install the engine oil filler cap.
6. Start the engine.
7. After the engine has been warmed up, make sure
there are no leaks around the engine oil filter unit
and the drain plug. Correct as required.
NDI722Z
CR14DE engine
NDI656Z
HR16DE engine
NDI985Z
K9K engine
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•Brake and clutch fluids are poisonous and
should be stored carefully in marked contain-
ers out of the reach of children.
Check the fluid level in the reservoir. If the fluid level
is between the MIN
j2 and MAXj1 lines or the
brake warning light comes on, add fluid up to the
MAX line.
See “Capacities and recommended fuel/lubricants”
in the “9. Technical information” section for the rec-
ommended brake and clutch fluid type.
If fluid must be added frequently, the system should
be thoroughly checked by a NISSAN dealer or quali-
fied workshop.
CAUTION
•NISSAN recommends that refilling and check-
ing the brake and clutch systems should be
left to a NISSAN dealer or qualified workshop
who will have the necessary fluids and techni-
cal knowledge.
•Do not spill the fluid on painted surfaces. This
will damage the paint. If fluid is spilled, wash
with water.
WARNING
Anti-freeze window washer is poisonous and
should be stored carefully in marked containers
out of the reach of children.
•Check the fluid level in the window washer res-
ervoir. If the fluid level is low, add window washer
fluid up to the MAX level.
•Refill the reservoir more frequently when driving
conditions require an increased amount of win-
dow washer fluid.
•Add a washer solvent to the water for better
cleaning. In the winter season, add a window
washer anti-freeze. Follow the manufacturer’s in-
structions for the mixture ratio.
CAUTION
•Do not substitute anti-freeze engine coolant
for window washer solution. This may result
in damage to the paint.
•Always use window washer fluid recom-
mended by NISSAN dealer or qualified work-
shop.
NDI723Z
WINDOW WASHER FLUID/HEADLIGHT CLEANER FLUID (where fitted)
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WARNING
•Operating the engine without the air cleaner
filter, can cause you or others to be burned.
The air cleaner filter not only cleans the intake
air, it also stops flame if the engine backfires.
If the air cleaner filter is not installed and the
engine backfires, you could be burned.
•Do not drive without the air cleaner filter.
•Be careful when working on the engine with-
out the air cleaner filter.
VISCOUS PAPER TYPE
The filter elementj1 should not be cleaned and
reused.
Replace it according to the maintenance schedule.
For details, see the separately provided Warranty
Information & Maintenance Booklet. When replac-
ing the filter, wipe the inside of the air cleaner hous-
ing and the cover with a damp cloth.
DRY PAPER TYPE (where fitted)
Check the filter elementj1 to see if it is dirty. If it is
dirty, shake the element to remove dust.
Clean or replace it according to the maintenance
schedule. For details, see the separately provided
Warranty Information & Maintenance Booklet. When
cleaning or replacing the filter, wipe the inside of the
air cleaner housing and the cover with a damp cloth.
CLEANING
Clean the outside of the windscreen or back door
window with a washer solution or a mild detergent.
The windscreen is clean if beads do not form when
rinsing with clear water.
Clean the blade by wiping it with a cloth soaked in a
washer solution or a mild detergent. Then rinse the
blade with clear water. If the windscreen or back
door window is still not clear after cleaning the
blades and using the wiper, replace the blades.
CAUTION
•After wiper blade replacement, return the
wiper arm to its original position. Otherwise it
may be damaged when the bonnet is opened.
•Make sure the wiper blade contacts the glass.
Otherwise, the arm may be damaged from
wind pressure.
•Do not open the bonnet when the front wiper
is in the servicing position other wise it can
damage the paint surface of the bonnet.
NDI659Z
CR14DE engine
NDI660Z
HR16DE or K9K engine
AIR CLEANER FILTER WIPER BLADES
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FRONT WINDOW WIPER
REPLACEMENT
1. Pull up the wiper arm.
2. Push the lock pin
j1 , then remove the wiper
blade as illustrated.
3. Install the new wiper blade in the reverse order
of removal.
4. Return the wiper arm to its original position.
BACK DOOR WINDOW WIPER
REPLACEMENT
1. Lift the wiper arm.
2. Turn and rotate carefully the wiper blade clock-
wise until the blade becomes free.
3. Insert the new wiper blade onto the wiper arm
and snap it into place.
4. Return the wiper arm to its original position.
WINDSCREEN WASHER NOZZLE
If you wax the surface of the engine bonnet, be care-
ful not to let wax get into the washer nozzlejA . This
may cause clogging or improper windscreen washer
operation. If wax gets into the nozzle, remove it with
a needle or small pin
jB.
NDI760
NDI724Z
NDI892Z
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E
Electronic Stability Programme (ESP) system ...................... 5-29
– ESP OFF switch ........................................................... 5-30
Engine
– Before starting the engine ................................................ 5-2
– Changing engine coolant ................................................. 8-6
– Changing engine oil ......................................................... 8-9
– Changing engine oil filter ............................................... 8-11
– Checking engine coolant level ......................................... 8-6
– Checking engine oil level ................................................. 8-9
– Data ................................................................................ 9-5
– Engine cold start period ................................................... 5-5
– Engine compartment ................................................ 0-9, 8-5
– Engine coolant ............................................................... 5-31
– Engine cooling system ..................................................... 8-6
– Engine oil ........................................................................ 8-8
– Engine overheat ............................................................. 6-11
– Engine serial number ....................................................... 9-7
– Fuel filter (Diesel engine models) ................................... 8-12
– Starting the engine ........................................................ 5-10
Exhaust gas (Carbon Monoxide) ............................................ 5-3
Exterior lights ...................................................................... 8-24
F
Filter
– Air cleaner filter ............................................................. 8-19
– Air conditioner filter ......................................................... 4-7
– Fuel filter (Diesel engine models) ................................... 8-12
Floor mats ............................................................................. 7-4
Fluid
– Automatic transmission fluid (ATF) ................................. 8-13
– Brake and clutch fluid .................................................... 8-13
– Window washer/headlight cleaner fluid .......................... 8-14Fog light
– Front fog light ................................................................ 2-17
– Rear fog light ................................................................. 2-18
Front passenger air bag indicator light ................................. 1-14
Fuel
– Bleeding the fuel system ................................................ 8-12
– Capacities and recommended fuel/lubricants ................... 9-2
– Fuel filler lid ................................................................... 3-11
– Fuel filter (Diesel engine models) ................................... 8-12
– Fuel gauge ...................................................................... 2-2
– Fuel recommendation ...................................................... 9-4
Fuel filler lid ......................................................................... 3-11
– Cap ............................................................................... 3-11
– Opener lever ................................................................. 3-11
Fuses .................................................................................. 8-21
– Engine compartment ...................................................... 8-22
– Passenger compartment ................................................ 8-21
H
Handbrake lever .................................................................. 3-11
Hazard warning flasher switch ............................................. 2-19
Head restraint ....................................................................... 1-4
– Active head restraints ...................................................... 1-5
Headlight
– Headlight aiming control switch ..................................... 2-18
– Headlight and turn signal switch .................................... 2-16
– Headlight cleaner .......................................................... 2-14
– Headlight switch ............................................................ 2-16
– Headlights (bulb replacement) ....................................... 8-23
– Replacement (bulb) ....................................................... 8-23
– Turn signal switch .......................................................... 2-17
Heated seats ....................................................................... 2-19
Heater and air conditioner/ventilation ..................................... 4-2
Horn ................................................................................... 2-19
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Starting
– Before starting the engine ................................................ 5-2
– Jump-starting .......................................................... 6-9, 8-16
– Precautions when starting and driving .............................. 5-3
– Push-starting ................................................................. 6-11
– Starting the engine ........................................................ 5-10
Steering
– Power steering system .................................................. 5-27
– Steering lock ............................................................ 5-7, 5-8
– Steering wheel adjustment ............................................. 3-12
– Steering wheel switches for hands-free telephone
control ........................................................................... 4-38
– Steering-wheel switches for audio control ...................... 4-38
– Telephone button ................................................. 4-34, 4-38
– Wheel i switch ................................................................. 2-3
Storage ............................................................................... 2-21
– “Flexi-board” system ...................................................... 2-24
– Centre console box ....................................................... 2-22
– Convenience hooks ....................................................... 2-23
– Cup holder .................................................................... 2-22
– Glove box ...................................................................... 2-21
– Rear foldable tables ....................................................... 2-23
– Seat pockets ................................................................. 2-23
– Under seat storage tray ................................................. 2-23
Supplemental Restraint System (air bag system)
– Air bag system .............................................................. 1-10
– Air bag warning labels ................................................... 1-13
– Air bag warning light ...................................................... 1-13
– Front passenger air bag indicator light ........................... 1-14
Switch
– Defogger switch ............................................................ 2-15
– Fog light switch ............................................................. 2-17
– Headlight and turn signal switch .................................... 2-16
– Wiper and washer switch .............................................. 2-13T
Temporary-use spare tyre ...................................................... 6-2
Three-point type seat belts .................................................... 1-7
Three-way catalyst (Petrol engine models) ............................. 5-4
Tilting steering wheel ........................................................... 3-12
Top tether strap for child restraint ........................................ 1-23
Towing
– Recommended towing .................................................. 6-13
– Tow bar Installation ....................................................... 5-25
– Tow truck towing ........................................................... 6-12
– Towing eye .................................................................... 6-13
– Towing hook/eye ........................................................... 6-14
– Towing precautions ....................................................... 6-12
– Trailer towing ................................................................ 5-24
Trailer
– Trailer brakes ................................................................ 5-25
– Trailer detection ............................................................. 5-25
– Trailer towing ................................................................ 5-24
Transmission
– Automatic transmission (ignition knob) ...................... 5-6, 5-8
– Automatic transmission fluid (ATF) ................................. 8-13
– Driving with automatic transmission ............................... 5-12
– Driving with manual transmission ................................... 5-11
– Manual transmission (ignition knob) ................................. 5-8
– Manual transmission (ignition switch) ............................... 5-6
Travelling or transferring your registration to another country .. 9-6
Turbocharger system (Diesel engine models) ......................... 5-4
Turn signal switch ............................................................... 2-17
Tyre
– Changing tyres and wheels ........................................... 8-31
– Flat tyre ........................................................................... 6-3
– Repairing flat tyre ............................................................ 6-7
– Spare tyre ..................................................................... 8-31
– Temporary-use spare tyre ................................................ 6-2
– Types of tyres ................................................................ 8-29
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