2014 NISSAN QUEST steering

8-12Maintenance and do-it-yourself
CAUTION
.Do not overfill.
. Use of a power steering fluid other
than Genuine NISSAN E-PSF will
prevent the power steering system
from operating properly. For additional brake fluid information, see
“Capacities and recommended fuel/lubricants”
(P.9-2) of this manual.
WARNING
.
Use only new fluid from a sealed
container. Old, inferior or contami-
nated fluid may damage the brake
system. The use of improper fluids
can damage the brake system and
affect the vehicle’s stopping ability.
. Clean the filler cap before removing.
. Brake fluid is poisonous and should
be stored carefully in marked con-
tainers out of the reach of children.
CAUTION
Do not spill the fluid on any painted
surfaces. This will damage the paint. If
fluid is spilled, immediately wash the
surface with water.
SDI2178
Check the fluid level in the reservoir. If the fluid is
below the MIN line
*2or the brake warning
light comes on, add Genuine NISSAN Super
Heavy Duty Brake Fluid or equivalent DOT 3
fluid up to the MAX line
*1. If fluid must be
added frequently, the system should be checked
by a NISSAN dealer.
BRAKE FLUID

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) .

.Have your vehicle serviced more often than
at intervals specified in the recommended
maintenance schedule in the NISSAN Ser-
vice and Maintenance Guide.
. When making a turn, your trailer wheels will
be closer to the inside of the turn than your
vehicle wheels. To compensate for this,
make a larger than normal turning radius
during the turn.
. Crosswinds and rough roads will adversely
affect vehicle/trailer handling, possibly caus-
ing vehicle sway. When being passed by
larger vehicles, be prepared for possible
changes in crosswinds that could affect
vehicle handling. If swaying does occur,
firmly grip the steering wheel, steer straight
ahead, and immediately (but gradually)
reduce vehicle speed. This combination will
help stabilize the vehicle. Never increase
speed.
Do the following if the trailer begins to sway:
1. Take your foot off the accelerator pedal to allow the vehicle to coast and steer as
straight ahead as the road conditions allow.
This combination will help stabilize the
vehicle.
.Do not correct trailer sway by steering orapplying the brakes. 2. When the trailer sway stops, gently apply
the brakes and pull to the side of the road in
a safe area.
3. Try to rearrange the trailer load so it is balanced as described earlier in this section.
. Be careful when passing other vehicles.
Passing while towing a trailer requires
considerably more distance than normal
passing. Remember the length of the trailer
must also pass the other vehicle before you
can safely change lanes.
. Down shift the transmission to a lower gear
for engine braking when driving down steep
or long hills. This will help slow the vehicle
without applying the brakes.
. Avoid holding the brake pedal down too
long or too frequently. This could cause the
brakes to overheat, resulting in reduced
braking efficiency.
. Increase your following distance to allow for
greater stopping distances while towing a
trailer. Anticipate stops and brake gradually.
. Do not use cruise control while towing a
trailer.
. Some states or provinces have specific
regulations and speed limits for vehicles
that are towing trailers. Obey the local
speed limits. .
Check your hitch, trailer wiring harness
connections, and trailer wheel lug nuts after
50 miles (80 km) of travel and at every
break.
. When stopped in traffic for long periods of
time in hot weather, put the vehicle in the P
(Park) position.
. When launching a boat, don’t allow the
water level to go over the exhaust tail pipe or
rear bumper.
. Make sure you disconnect the trailer lights
before backing the trailer into the water or
the trailer lights may burn out.
When towing a trailer, the transmission
fluid should be changed more frequently.
For additional information, see the “8.
Maintenance and do-it-yourself” section
earlier in this manual.
Technical and consumer information9-23

10 Index
A
A/C (Air Conditioner) operation.............................. 4-42
ABS (Anti-lock Braking System) ............................ 5-30
Advanced air bag system ......................................... 1-52
Aiming control, Headlights........................................ 2-36
Air bag systemAdvanced air bag system .................................. 1-52
Front passenger air bag and status light....... 1-53
Front-seat mounted side-impact
supplemental air bag system ............................ 1-57
Roof-mounted curtain side-impact
supplemental air bag system ............................ 1-57
Air bag warning labels............................................... 1-59
Air bag warning light...................................... 1-59, 2-15
Air cleaner housing filter ........................................... 8-17
Air conditioner Air conditioner operation.................................... 4-39
Air conditioner service ........................................ 4-52
Air conditioner specification label.................... 9-10
Air conditioning system refrigerant and
lubricant recommendations....................... 4-52, 9-6
In-cabin microfilter ............................................... 4-53
Alarm, How to stop alarm (see vehicle
security system)........................................................... 2-29
Alcohol, drugs and driving.......................................... 5-8
Antenna....................................................................... 4-101
Anti-lock Braking System (ABS) ............................ 5-30
Anti-lock braking system (ABS) warning light..... 2-12
Appearance care Exterior appearance care ...................................... 7-2
Interior appearance care ....................................... 7-4
Armrests .......................................................................... 1-7
Around view
TMmonitor.............................................. 4-29
Audible reminders....................................................... 2-18
Audio operation precautions.................................... 4-53 Audio system................................................................ 4-53
Steering wheel audio controls........................ 4-100
Auto closure ................................................................. 3-29
Autolight system.......................................................... 2-34
Automatic Air conditioner....................................................... 4-46
Door locks................................................................. 3-7
Drive positioner..................................................... 3-37
Moonroof................................................................ 2-53
Seat positioner...................................................... 3-37
AUX (Auxiliary) input................................................... 4-75
Avoiding collision and rollover ................................... 5-6
B
Back door (See lift gate) .......................................... 3-26
Battery............................................................................ 8-13 Battery saver system........................................... 2-35
Intelligent Key........................................................ 8-23
Variable voltage control system........................ 8-15
Before starting the engine........................................ 5-12
Blind Spot Warning (BSW) system....................... 5-17
Blind Spot Warning (BSW) system
warning light................................................................. 2-12
Bluetooth
®hands-free phone system
(models with navigation system).......................... 4-114
Bluetooth
®hands-free phone system
(models without navigation system) .................... 4-124
Bluetooth
®streaming audio ..................................... 4-91
Booster seats............................................................... 1-43
Brake Anti-lock Braking System (ABS) ..................... 5-30
Brake fluid.............................................................. 8-12
Brake system......................................................... 5-29
Parking brake operation ..................................... 5-17
Warning light......................................................... 2-12 Break-in schedule ....................................................... 5-26
Brightness control
Display ON/OFF button ........................................ 4-8
Instrument panel................................................... 2-37
Bulb check/instrument panel ................................... 2-12
Bulb replacement........................................................ 8-25
C
Cabin air filter............................................................... 4-53
Capacities and recommended fuel/lubricants ....... 9-2
Car phone or CB radio .......................................... 4-113
Cargo floor box............................................................ 2-47
Cargo lights.................................................................. 2-58
Catalytic converter, Three way catalyst................... 5-3
CD/CF/USB memory care and cleaning .............. 4-99
Center multi-function control panel.......................... 4-3
Child restraints............................................................. 1-26 Booster seats........................................................ 1-43
LATCH system...................................................... 1-28
Precautions on child restraints......................... 1-27
Top tether strap.................................................... 1-31
Child safety................................................................... 1-24
Chimes Audible reminders................................................ 2-18
Seat belt warning light and chime................... 2-15
Circuit breaker, Fusible link...................................... 8-21
Cleaning exterior and interior............................ 7-2, 7-4
Clock.............................................................................. 4-72
Coat hooks ................................................................... 2-50
Cockpit ............................................................................ 2-3
Cold weather driving.................................................. 5-33
Communication mirror................................................ 3-36
Compact Disc (CD) player (See
audio system)................................................... 4-74, 4-82
Compass......................................................................... 2-8

10-2
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
10-3

10-4
Lights, Exterior and interior light replacement ..... 8-27
Loading information (See vehicle
loading information) .................................................... 9-12
LockAutomatic door locks ............................................. 3-7
Door locks................................................................. 3-5
Lift gate lock.......................................................... 3-26
Power door lock...................................................... 3-5
Locking with mechanical key...................................... 3-5
Loose fuel cap warning................................. 2-21, 3-30
Low outside temperature warning .......................... 2-21
Low tire pressure warning light............................... 2-14
Low tire pressure warning system (See tire
pressure monitoring system (TPMS)) ...................... 5-3
M
Maintenance Battery..................................................................... 8-13
General maintenance ............................................. 8-2
Inside the vehicle .................................................... 8-3
Maintenance indicators....................................... 2-22
Maintenance precautions...................................... 8-5
Maintenance requirements.................................... 8-2
Outside the vehicle................................................. 8-2
Seat belt maintenance........................................ 1-24
Malfunction indicator light (MIL).............................. 2-17
Manual air conditioner................................................ 4-41
Manual front seat adjustment..................................... 1-3
Map lights ..................................................................... 2-56
Master warning light................................................... 2-15
Mechanical key (Intelligent Key system) ................. 3-4
Memory storage, Automatic drive positioner ....... 3-37
Meter Trip computer........................................................ 2-23
Meters and gauges....................................................... 2-5 Instrument brightness control ........................... 2-37 Mirror
Inside mirror........................................................... 3-33
Outside mirrors..................................................... 3-35
Vanity mirror........................................................... 3-36
Monitor, Rearview monitor........................................ 4-23
Mood lights................................................................... 2-58
Moonroof....................................................................... 2-53
Multi-function controller............................................... 4-5
N
New vehicle break-in.................................................. 5-26
NISSAN Mobile entertainment
system (MES) ........................................................... 4-102
NISSAN Vehicle Immobilizer System..................... 2-29
NISSAN voice recognition system ...................... 4-137
O
Odometer........................................................................ 2-6
Off-road recovery.......................................................... 5-7
Oil Capacities and
recommended fuel/lubricants............................... 9-2
Changing engine oil and filter.............................. 8-9
Checking engine oil level...................................... 8-8
Engine oil................................................................... 8-8
Engine oil viscosity.................................................. 9-5
Oil filter replacement indicator ......................... 2-22
Operation, Operational indicators........................... 2-20
Outside air temperature display.............................. 2-25
Outside mirrors............................................................ 3-35
Overdrive OFF switch................................................ 5-15
Overheat, If your vehicle overheats ........................ 6-12
Owner’s Manual/Service Manual
order information ......................................................... 9-28
P
Panic alarm................................................................... 3-23
Parking Brake break-in....................................................... 5-30
Parking brake operation ..................................... 5-17
Parking on hills ..................................................... 5-28
Phone Bluetooth
®hands-free phone system
(models with navigation system).................... 4-114
Bluetooth
®hands-free phone system
(models without navigation system) .............. 4-124
Car phone or CB radio .................................... 4-113
Power Front seat adjustment ............................................ 1-3
Power door lock...................................................... 3-5
Power outlet .......................................................... 2-41
Power sliding door.................................................. 3-9
Power steering fluid............................................. 8-11
Power windows .................................................... 2-51
Precautions Audio operation .................................................... 4-53
Braking precautions............................................. 5-29
Child restraints...................................................... 1-27
Cruise control........................................................ 5-24
Maintenance ............................................................. 8-5
Seat belt usage .................................................... 1-15
Supplemental restraint system.......................... 1-46
When starting and driving .................................... 5-2
Push starting ................................................................ 6-12
Push-button ignition switch............................. 5-8, 5-10
R
Radio.............................................................................. 4-53 Car phone or CB radio .................................... 4-113