2014 NISSAN QUEST engine coolant

8-8Maintenance and do-it-yourself
SDI2691
CHECKING ENGINE COOLANT LEVEL
Check the coolant levelin the reservoir when
the engine is cold. If the coolant level is below
the MIN level
*2, open the reservoir cap and
add coolant up to the MAX level
*1. If the
reservoir is empty, check the coolant level in the
radiator when the engine is cold. If there is
insufficient coolant in the radiator, fill the radiator
with coolant up to the filler opening and also add
it to the reservoir up to the MAX level
*1.
If the cooling system frequently requires
coolant, have it checked by a NISSAN
dealer.
CHANGING ENGINE COOLANT
Major cooling system repairs should be per-
formed by a NISSAN dealer. The service
procedures can be found in the appropriate
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 engine 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 reach of chil-
dren and pets.
Engine coolant must be disposed of properly.
Check your local regulations.SDI2174
CHECKING ENGINE OIL LEVEL
1. Park the vehicle on a level surface and apply the parking brake.
2. Run the engine 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. Reinsert it all the way.
5. Remove the dipstick again and check the oil level. It should be within the range
*1. If the
oil level is below
*2, remove the oil filler cap
and pour recommended oil through the
ENGINE OIL

SDI2724
Fill the window washer fluid reservoir periodi-
cally. Add window washer fluid when the low
washer fluid warning appears on the dot matrix
liquid crystal display.
To fill the window washer fluid reservoir, lift the
cap and pour the window washer fluid into the
reservoir opening.
Add a washer solvent to the water for better
cleaning. In the winter season, add a windshield
washer antifreeze. Follow the manufacturer’s
instructions for the mixture ratio.
Refill the reservoir more frequently when driving
conditions require an increased amount of
window washer fluid.Recommended fluid:
Genuine NISSAN Windshield Washer Concen-
trate Cleaner & Antifreeze or equivalent
CAUTION
.
Do not substitute engine anti-freeze
coolant for window washer solution.
This may result in damage to the
paint.
. Do not fill the window washer
reservoir tank with washer fluid
concentrates at full strength. Some
methyl alcohol based washer fluid
concentrates may permanently stain
the grille if spilled while filling the
window washer reservoir tank.
. Pre-mix washer fluid concentrates
with water to the manufacturer’s
recommended levels before pouring
the fluid into the window washer
reservoir tank. Do not use the
window washer 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 discharging it.
NOTE:
Care should be taken to avoid situations
that can lead to potential battery discharge
and potential no-start conditions such as:
1. Installation or extended use of electro-
nic accessories that consume battery
power when the engine is not running
(Phone chargers, GPS, DVD players,
etc.)
2. Vehicle is not driven regularly and/or
only driven short distances.
In these cases, the battery may need to be
charged to maintain battery health.
WARNING
. Do not expose the battery to flames
or electrical sparks. Hydrogen gas
generated by the battery is explo-
sive. Do not allow battery fluid to
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WINDOW WASHER FLUID BATTERY

9-2Technical and consumer information
The following are approximate capacities. The actual refill capacities may be a little different. When refilling, follow the procedure
instructed in the “8. Maintenance and do-it-yourself” section to determine the proper refill capacity.
Capacity (Approximate)Recommended specifications
US measure Imp measure Liter
Fuel 20 gal 16-5/8 gal 75.6 See “Fuel information” (P.9-3).
Engine oil Genuine NISSAN engine oil or equivalent
See “Engine oil” (P.8-8) for changing engine oil.
.
NISSAN recommends Genuine NISSAN Ester Engine Oil available at a
NISSAN dealer.
. Engine oil with API Certification Mark
. For additional information, see “Engine oil and oil filter recommendation” (P.9-
5) .
. Viscosity SAE 5W-30
Drain and refill
With oil filter change 4-7/8 qt
4 qt4.6
Without oil filter change 4-1/2 qt 3-3/4 qt 4.3
Cooling system Pre-diluted Genuine NISSAN Long Life Antifreeze/Coolant (Blue) or equivalent
With reservoir 12 qt10 qt 11.3
Reservoir 3/4 qt5/8 qt 0.75
Continuously Variable Transmission (CVT) fluid —— —.
Genuine NISSAN CVT Fluid NS-2
. Use only Genuine NISSAN CVT Fluid NS-2. 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.
Power steering fluid (PSF) Refill to the proper oil level according to the instructions in
the “8. Maintenance and do-it-yourself” section..
Genuine NISSAN E-PSF or equivalent
. Use of a power steering fluid other than Genuine NISSAN E-PSF will prevent
the power steering system from operating properly.
Brake fluid .
Genuine NISSAN Super Heavy Duty Brake Fluid* or equivalent DOT 3
*: Available in mainland U.S.A. through a NISSAN dealer.
Multi-purpose grease —— — NLGI No. 2 (Lithium soap base)
Air conditioning system refrigerant —— —.
HFC-134a (R-134a)
. For additional information, see “Vehicle identification” (P.9-8) for air
conditioner specification label.
Air conditioning system lubricants —— — NISSAN A/C System Oil Type S or exact equivalent
Window washer fluid 1-1/4 gal 1 gal4.5Genuine NISSAN Windshield Washer Concentrate Cleaner & Antifreeze or
equivalent
CAPACITIES AND RECOMMENDED
FUEL/LUBRICANTS

9-22Technical and consumer information
.Check your hitch, trailer tire pressure,
vehicle tire pressure, trailer light operation,
and trailer wheel lug nuts every time you
attach a trailer to the vehicle.
. Be certain your rearview mirrors conform to
all federal, state or local regulations. If not,
install any mirrors required for towing before
driving the vehicle.
. Determine the overall height of the vehicle
and trailer so the required clearance is
known.
Trailer towing tips
In order to gain skill and an understanding of the
vehicle’s behavior, you should practice turning,
stopping and backing up in an area which is free
from traffic. Steering stability, and braking
performance will be somewhat different than
under normal driving conditions.
.Always secure items in the trailer to prevent
load shift while driving.
. Lock the trailer hitch coupler with a pin or
lock to prevent the coupler from inadver-
tently becoming unlatched.
. Avoid abrupt starts, acceleration or stops.
. Avoid sharp turns or lane changes.
. Always drive your vehicle at a moderate
speed. Some states or provinces have
specific speed limits for vehicles that are towing trailers. Obey the local speed limits.
. When backing up, hold the bottom of the
steering wheel with one hand. Move your
hand in the direction in which you want the
trailer to go. Make small corrections and
back up slowly. If possible, have someone
guide you when you are backing up.
Always block the wheels on both vehicle and
trailer when parking. Parking on a slope is not
recommended; however, if you must do so:
CAUTION
If you move the shift lever to the P
(Park) position before blocking the
wheels and applying the parking brake,
transmission damage could occur.
1. Apply and hold the brake pedal.
2. Have someone place blocks on the downhill side of the vehicle and trailer wheels.
3. After the wheel blocks are in place, slowly release the brake pedal until the blocks
absorb the vehicle load.
4. Apply the parking brake.
5. Shift the transmission into P (Park) . 6. Turn off the engine.
To drive away:
1. Apply and hold the brake pedal.
2. Start the engine.
3. Shift the transmission into gear.
4. Release the parking brake.
5. Drive slowly until the vehicle and trailer are
clear from the blocks.
6. Apply and hold the brake pedal.
7. Have someone retrieve and store the blocks.
. When going down a hill, shift into a lower
gear and use the engine braking effect.
When going up a long grade, downshift the
transmission to a lower gear and reduce
speed to reduce chances of engine over-
loading and/or overheating.
. If the engine coolant rises to an extremely
high temperature when the air conditioning
system is on, turn off the air conditioner.
Coolant heat can be additionally vented by
opening the windows, switching the fan
control to high and setting the temperature
control to the HOT position.
. Trailer towing requires more fuel than normal
circumstances.
. Avoid towing a trailer for the first 500 miles
(800 km) .

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Console box ................................................................. 2-46
Continuously Variable Transmission
(CVT) fluid..................................................................... 8-11
Controls, Control panel button.................................. 4-3
Coolant Capacities and
recommended fuel/lubricants............................... 9-2
Changing engine coolant...................................... 8-8
Checking engine coolant level............................. 8-8
Corrosion protection .................................................... 7-6
Cruise control............................................................... 5-24
Cup holders.................................................................. 2-43
CVT, Driving with CVT (Continuously
Variable Transmission) ............................................... 5-13
D
Daytime running light system................................... 2-36
Defroster switch, Rear window and outside
mirror defroster switch............................................... 2-32
Dimensions and weights............................................. 9-8
DISP button.................................................................... 4-8
Dot matrix liquid crystal display............................... 2-18
Drive belt....................................................................... 8-15
Drive positioner............................................................ 3-37
Driving Cold weather driving........................................... 5-33
Driving with CVT (Continuously
Variable Transmission) ........................................ 5-13
Precautions when starting and driving .............. 5-2
DVD player, NISSAN mobile entertainment...... 4-102
E
ECON button................................................................. 4-9
Economy, Fuel.............................................................. 5-27
Elapsed time................................................................. 2-24 Emission control information label.......................... 9-10
Emission control system warranty........................... 9-25
Engine Before starting the engine................................. 5-12
Break-in schedule ................................................ 5-26
Capacities and
recommended fuel/lubricants............................... 9-2
Changing engine coolant...................................... 8-8
Changing engine oil and filter.............................. 8-9
Checking engine coolant level............................. 8-8
Checking engine oil level...................................... 8-8
Coolant temperature gauge ................................. 2-7
Emergency engine shut off................................ 5-11
Engine block heater............................................. 5-34
Engine compartment check locations................ 8-6
Engine cooling system........................................... 8-7
Engine oil................................................................... 8-8
Engine oil and oil filter recommendation........... 9-5
Engine oil replacement indicator...................... 2-22
Engine oil viscosity.................................................. 9-5
Engine serial number.............................................. 9-9
Engine specifications ............................................. 9-7
Engine start operation indicator ....................... 2-20
If your vehicle overheats..................................... 6-12
Starting the engine .............................................. 5-12
Entry/exit function, Automatic drive positioner .... 3-37
Event Data Recorders (EDR)................................... 9-27
Exhaust gas (carbon monoxide)................................ 5-2
Extended storage fuse warning............................... 2-21
F
F.M.V.S.S./C.M.V.S.S. certification label ................. 9-9
Filter Air cleaner housing filter .................................... 8-17
Changing engine oil and filter.............................. 8-9
Flashers (See hazard warning flasher switch)....... 6-2 Flat tire............................................................................. 6-3
Flat towing .................................................................... 9-24
Flexible seating .............................................................. 1-8
Floor mat cleaning ........................................................ 7-5
Fluid Brake fluid.............................................................. 8-12
Capacities and
recommended fuel/lubricants............................... 9-2
Continuously Variable Transmission
(CVT) fluid.............................................................. 8-11
Engine coolant......................................................... 8-7
Engine oil................................................................... 8-8
Power steering fluid............................................. 8-11
Window washer fluid .......................................... 8-13
FM-AM radio with Compact Disc
(CD) player ....................................................... 4-67, 4-71
FM-AM-SAT radio with Compact Disc
(CD) player ................................................................... 4-79
Fog light switch........................................................... 2-38
Front manual seat adjustment.................................... 1-3
Front passenger air bag and status light.............. 1-53
Front power seat adjustment ..................................... 1-3
Front seat, Front seat adjustment............................. 1-3
Front-seat active head restraint............................... 1-14
Fuel Capacities and
recommended fuel/lubricants............................... 9-2
Fuel economy........................................................ 5-27
Fuel economy information (display)................. 4-10
Fuel octane rating ................................................... 9-3
Fuel recommendation............................................. 9-3
Fuel-filler cap......................................................... 3-30
Fuel-filler door....................................................... 3-30
Gauge ........................................................................ 2-8
LOOSE FUEL CAP warning ............................. 3-32
Fuel efficient driving tips ........................................... 5-26
Fuses.............................................................................. 8-21

Fusible links.................................................................. 8-21
G
Garage door opener, HomeLink®
Universal Transceiver.................................................. 2-59
Gas cap......................................................................... 3-30
Gauge .............................................................................. 2-5Engine coolant temperature gauge .................... 2-7
Fuel gauge................................................................ 2-8
Odometer.................................................................. 2-6
Speedometer............................................................ 2-6
Tachometer ............................................................... 2-7
Trip computer........................................................ 2-23
General maintenance ................................................... 8-2
Glove box...................................................................... 2-46
H
Hands-free phone system, Bluetooth®
(models with navigation system).......................... 4-114
Hands-free phone system, Bluetooth®
(models without navigation system) .................... 4-124
Hazard warning flasher switch................................... 6-2
Head restraints/headrests......................................... 1-10
Headlights Aiming control....................................................... 2-36
Bulb replacement................................................. 8-26
Headlight switch................................................... 2-33
Xenon headlights.................................................. 2-33
Heated seats................................................................ 2-38
Heater Engine block heater............................................. 5-34
Heater and air conditioner operation.............. 4-39
HomeLink
®Universal Transceiver ........................... 2-59
Hood release................................................................ 3-25
Hook, Coat hooks....................................................... 2-50 Horn................................................................................ 2-38
Hydraulic pump electric power
steering system............................................................ 5-29
I
Ignition switch (Push-button)..................................... 5-8
Immobilizer system...................................................... 2-29
In-cabin microfilter ...................................................... 4-53
Indicator Dot matrix display................................................. 2-18
Lights....................................................................... 2-16
INFO button.................................................................... 4-9
Inside mirror.................................................................. 3-33
Inspection/maintenance (I/M) test .......................... 9-27
Instrument brightness control .................................. 2-37
Instrument panel................................................. 2-4, 2-43
Intelligent Key system ....................................... 3-3, 3-13 Battery replacement ............................................ 8-23
Intelligent Key system warning light................ 2-14
Key operating range ............................................ 3-15
Key operation ........................................................ 3-16
Warning signals.................................................... 3-19
Interior light control switch ....................................... 2-57
Interior light replacement........................................... 8-27
Interior lights................................................................. 2-56
iPod
®player operation................................... 4-77, 4-96
ISOFIX child restraint................................................. 1-28
J
Jump starting................................................................ 6-10
K
Keyless entry (See remote keyless
entry system)................................................................ 3-21
Keys.................................................................................. 3-3 For Intelligent Key system......................... 3-3, 3-13
L
LabelsAir bag warning labels........................................ 1-59
Air conditioner specification label.................... 9-10
Emission control information label................... 9-10
Engine serial number.............................................. 9-9
F.M.V.S.S./C.M.V.S.S. certification label ........... 9-9
Tire and Loading Information label ....... 8-31, 9-10
Vehicle identification number (VIN) .................... 9-8
LATCH system............................................................. 1-28
License plate, Installing front license plate .......... 9-11
Lift gate.......................................................................... 3-26
Light Air bag warning light........................................... 1-59
Bulb replacement................................................. 8-25
Cargo lights........................................................... 2-58
Fog light switch.................................................... 2-38
Headlight switch................................................... 2-33
Headlights bulb replacement............................ 8-26
Indicator lights....................................................... 2-16
Interior light control switch ................................ 2-57
Interior lights.......................................................... 2-56
Map lights .............................................................. 2-56
Mood lights............................................................ 2-58
Replacement.......................................................... 8-25
Vanity mirror lights ............................................... 2-58
Warning/indicator lights and
audible reminders................................................. 2-12
Xenon headlights.................................................. 2-33
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FM-AM radio with Compact Disc
(CD) player ............................................................ 4-71
FM-AM-SAT radio with Compact Disc
(CD) player ............................................................ 4-79
Rapid air pressure loss................................................ 5-7
Readiness for inspection/maintenance
(I/M) test........................................................................ 9-27
Rear personal lights.................................................... 2-56
Rear window and outside mirror
defroster switch........................................................... 2-32
Rear window wiper and washer switch ................ 2-31
Rearview monitor......................................................... 4-23
Recorders, Event data ............................................... 9-27
Registering your vehicle in another country........... 9-8
Remote controller (DVD) ....................................... 4-112
Remote keyless entry system................................... 3-21
Reporting safety defects (US only)........................ 9-26
Rollover............................................................................ 5-6
Roof, Roof rack............................................................ 2-49
S
Safety Child seat belts .................................................... 1-24
Reporting safety defects (US only)................. 9-26
Towing safety......................................................... 9-20
Satellite radio operation ............................................ 4-80
Seat adjustment Front manual seat adjustment.............................. 1-3
Front power seat adjustment ............................... 1-3
Front seats................................................................ 1-3
Seat belt(s) Child safety............................................................ 1-24
Infants...................................................................... 1-25
Injured persons..................................................... 1-17
Larger children...................................................... 1-26
Precautions on seat belt usage........................ 1-15 Pregnant women .................................................. 1-17
Seat belt cleaning................................................... 7-6
Seat belt extenders.............................................. 1-23
Seat belt hooks .................................................... 1-23
Seat belt maintenance........................................ 1-24
Seat belt warning light and chime................... 2-15
Seat belts............................................................... 1-15
Seat belts with pretensioners........................... 1-58
Shoulder belt height adjustment...................... 1-23
Small children........................................................ 1-25
Three-point type................................................... 1-17
Seat(s) Driver-side memory.............................................. 3-37
Heated seats......................................................... 2-38
Seats .......................................................................... 1-2
Security system (NISSAN Vehicle Immobilizer
System) , Engine start................................................. 2-29
Security system, Vehicle security system ............. 2-28
Servicing air conditioner............................................ 4-52
SETTING button.......................................................... 4-13
Shift lever Shift lock release.................................................. 5-16
Shift lock release, Transmission .............................. 5-16
Shifting, CVT (Continuously
Variable Transmission) ............................................... 5-13
Shoulder belt height adjustment............................. 1-23
Sliding doors.................................................................. 3-7
SOURCE select switch.......................................... 4-101
Spare tire.............................................................. 8-39, 9-7
Spark plugs .................................................................. 8-16
Speedometer.................................................................. 2-6
Starting Before starting the engine................................. 5-12
Jump starting......................................................... 6-10
Precautions when starting and driving .............. 5-2
Push starting ......................................................... 6-12
Starting the engine .............................................. 5-12 STATUS button.............................................................. 4-8
Status light, Front passenger air bag .................... 1-53
Steering
Power steering fluid............................................. 8-11
Steering-wheel-mounted controls
for audio ............................................................... 4-100
Tilt/telescopic steering........................................ 3-32
Storage .......................................................................... 2-43
Sun visors ..................................................................... 3-33
Sunglasses holder ...................................................... 2-45
Supplemental air bag warning labels..................... 1-59
Supplemental air bag warning light............ 1-59, 2-15
Supplemental restraint system................................. 1-46 Precautions on supplemental
restraint system..................................................... 1-46
Switch Autolight switch.................................................... 2-34
Fog light switch.................................................... 2-38
Hazard warning flasher switch............................. 6-2
Headlight aiming control .................................... 2-36
Headlight switch................................................... 2-33
Overdrive OFF switch......................................... 5-15
Power door lock switch......................................... 3-6
Rear window and outside mirror
defroster switch.................................................... 2-32
Turn signal switch ................................................ 2-37
Vehicle dynamic control (VDC) off switch..... 2-40
T
Tachometer ..................................................................... 2-7
Temperature display.................................................... 2-25
Temperature gauge, Engine coolant
temperature gauge........................................................ 2-7
Theft (NISSAN Vehicle Immobilizer System) ,
Engine start................................................................... 2-29
Three-way catalyst........................................................ 5-3
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