Black plate (244,1)
[ Edit: 2013/ 10/ 22 Model: S35-D ]
8-2Maintenance and do-it-yourself
S35-D-110201-308D6977-4CEB-447B-A914-761AA0FAFDCBSome day-to-day and regular maintenance is
essential to maintain your vehicle’s fine mechan-
ical condition, as well as its emission and engine
performance.
It is the owner’s responsibility to make sure that
the scheduled maintenance, as well as general
maintenance, is performed.
As the vehicle owner, you are the only one who
can ensure that your vehicle receives the proper
maintenance. You are a vital link in the main-
tenance chain.
SCHEDULED MAINTENANCES35-D-110201-3A1DEF4E-C7A4-410C-B164-394507FB9145For your convenience, both required and op-
tional scheduled maintenance items are de-
scribed and listed in your “NISSAN Service and
Maintenance Guide”. You must refer to that
guide to ensure that necessary maintenance is
performed on your vehicle at regular intervals.
GENERAL MAINTENANCES35-D-110201-EA45D551-31FD-45AC-84C7-86A06265D252General maintenance includes those items
which should be checked during normal day-
to-day operation. They are essential for proper
vehicle operation. It is your responsibility to
perform these procedures regularly as pre-
scribed.
Performing general maintenance checks re-
quires minimal mechanical skill and only a few
general automotive tools.These checks or inspections can be done by
yourself, a qualified technician or, if you prefer, a
NISSAN dealer.
WHERE TO GO FOR SERVICES35-D-110201-2F655382-40D8-4EAD-859C-6E05E2D5CEACIf maintenance service is required or your vehicle
appears to malfunction, have the systems
checked and serviced by a NISSAN dealer.
NISSAN technicians are well-trained specialists
and are kept up-to-date with the latest service
information through technical bulletins, service
tips, and in-dealership information systems.
They are completely qualified to work on
NISSAN vehicles
beforework begins.
You can be confident that a NISSAN dealer’s
service department performs the best job to
meet the maintenance requirements on your
vehicle.
S35-D-110201-D843A8B9-8AAA-4A7A-A67E-0EE527CB549ADuring the normal day-to-day operation of the
vehicle, general maintenance should be per-
formed regularly as prescribed in this section. If
you detect any unusual sounds, vibrations or
smell, be sure to check for the cause or have a
NISSAN dealer do it promptly. In addition, you
should notify a NISSAN dealer if you think that
repairs are required.
When performing any checks or maintenance
work, see “Maintenance precautions” (P.8-5) .
EXPLANATION OF MAINTENANCE
ITEMS
S35-D-110201-3BC260BA-690D-477C-91AC-4BE39984F115Additional information on the following
items with “*” is found later in this section.
Outside the vehicleS35-D-110201-BEFBD842-6721-4232-85DD-4674C0605138The maintenance items listed here should be
performed from time to time, unless otherwise
specified.
Doors and engine hood: Check that all doors
and the engine hood operate properly. Also
ensure that all latches lock securely. Lubricate
hinges, latches, latch pins, rollers and links if
necessary. Make sure that the secondary latch
keeps the hood from opening when the primary
latch is released.
When driving in areas using road salt or other
corrosive materials, check lubrication frequently.
Lights*: Clean the headlights on a regular basis.
MAINTENANCE REQUIREMENT GENERAL MAINTENANCE
Condition:
Black plate (245,1)
[ Edit: 2013/ 10/ 22 Model: S35-D ]
Make sure that the headlights, stop lights, tail
lights, turn signal lights, and other lights are all
operating properly and installed securely. Also
check headlight aim.
Road wheel nuts (lug nuts)*:When checking
the tires, make sure no wheel nuts are missing,
and check for any loose wheel nuts. Tighten if
necessary.
Tire rotation*: Tires should be rotated every
5,000 miles (8,000 km) .
Tires*: Check the pressure with a gauge often
and always prior to long distance trips. If
necessary, adjust the pressure in all tires,
including the spare, to the pressure specified.
Check carefully for damage, cuts or excessive
wear.
Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS)
transmitter components: Replace the TPMS
transmitter grommet seal, valve core and cap
when the tires are replaced due to wear or age.
Wheel alignment and balance: If the vehicle
should pull to either side while driving on a
straight and level road, or if you detect uneven or
abnormal tire wear, there may be a need for
wheel alignment.
If the steering wheel or seat vibrates at normal
highway speeds, wheel balancing may be
needed. For additional information regarding tires, refer
to “Important Tire Safety Information” in the
Warranty Information Booklet.
Windshield:
Clean the windshield on a regular
basis. Check the windshield at least every six
months for cracks or other damage. Have a
damaged windshield repaired by a qualified
repair facility.
Windshield wiper blades*: Check for cracks
or wear if they do not wipe properly.
Inside the vehicleS35-D-110201-CC243554-AEAC-47F1-92F5-9C00AD8195A2The maintenance items listed here should be
checked on a regular basis, such as when
performing scheduled maintenance, cleaning
the vehicle, etc.
Accelerator pedal: Check the pedal for
smooth operation and make sure the pedal
does not catch or require uneven effort. Keep
the floor mat away from the pedal.
Brake pedal: Check the pedal for smooth
operation. If the brake pedal suddenly goes
down further than normal, the pedal feels
spongy or the vehicle seems to take longer to
stop, see a NISSAN dealer immediately. Keep
the floor mat away from the pedal.
Brakes: Check that the brakes do not pull the
vehicle to one side when applied. Continuously Variable Transmission (CVT)
P (Park) position mechanism:
On a fairly
steep hill, check that the vehicle is held securely
with the shift lever in the P (Park) position
without applying any brakes.
Parking brake: Check the parking brake
operation regularly. The vehicle should be
securely held on a fairly steep hill with only the
parking brake applied. If the parking brake needs
adjusted, see a NISSAN dealer.
Seat belts: Check that all parts of the seat belt
system (for example, buckles, anchors, adjusters
and retractors) operate properly and smoothly,
and are installed securely. Check the belt
webbing for cuts, fraying, wear or damage.
Seats: Check seat position controls such as
seat adjusters, seatback recliner, etc. to ensure
they operate smoothly and that all latches lock
securely in every position. Check that the head
restraints move up and down smoothly and that
the locks (if so equipped) hold securely in all
latched positions.
Steering wheel: Check for changes in the
steering conditions, such as excessive free play,
hard steering or strange noises.
Warning lights and chimes: Make sure that
all warning lights and chimes are operating
properly.
Maintenance and do-it-yourself8-3
Condition:
Black plate (267,1)
[ Edit: 2013/ 10/ 22 Model: S35-D ]
HEADLIGHTSS35-D-110201-FA3BA1AA-EEA0-42B6-9AC0-27B2DC9FEC37Fog may temporarily form inside the lens of the
exterior lights in the rain or in a car wash. A
temperature difference between the inside and
the outside of the lens causes the fog. This is
not a malfunction. If large drops of water collect
inside the lens, contact a NISSAN dealer.
ReplacingS35-D-110201-88130121-CB19-405B-AC32-F8B7A74D8318The headlight is a semi-sealed beam type which
uses a replaceable headlight (halogen) bulb.
CAUTION
.Do not leave the bulb out of the
headlight reflector for a long period
of time. Dust, moisture, smoke, etc.
entering the headlight body may
affect bulb performance.
. High pressure halogen gas is sealed
inside the halogen bulb. The bulb
may break if the glass envelope is
scratched or the bulb is dropped.
. Only touch the plastic base when
handling the bulb. Never touch the
glass envelope.
. Aiming is not necessary after repla-
cing the bulb. When aiming adjust- ment is necessary, contact a
NISSAN dealer.
Use the same number and wattage as originally
installed: Low beam:Wattage: 55
Bulb no.: H11
High beam: Wattage: 60
Bulb no.: HB3
SDI2137
Disconnect the battery negative cable before
replacing bulbs.
*AHigh-beam bulb
*BLow-beam bulb
Maintenance and do-it-yourself8-25
Condition:
Black plate (314,1)
[ Edit: 2013/ 10/ 22 Model: S35-D ]
10-2
Drive belts...
..................................................................... 8-14
Driving All-wheel drive (AWD) ...
........................................ 5-21
Cold weather driving ...
........................................... 5-29
Distance (miles or km) ...
........................................ 2-24
Driving with CVT (Continuously
Variable Transmission) ...
............................. 5-10, 5-12
On-pavement and off-road driving ...
..................... 5-6
Precautions when starting and driving ...
.............. 5-2
Safety precautions ...
.................................................. 5-7
E
Economy, Fuel ...
.............................................................. 5-20
Elapsed time ...
................................................................. 2-24
Electric power steering system ...
............................... 5-25
Electric power steering warning light ...
.................... 2-11
Emission control information label ...
.......................... 9-10
Emission control system warranty ...
........................... 9-26
Engine Before starting the engine ...
................................. 5-11
Break-in schedule ...
................................................ 5-19
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 ...
...................................... 8-9
Coolant temperature gauge ...
................................. 2-6
Engine compartment check locations ...
................ 8-6
Engine cooling system ...
........................................... 8-7
Engine oil ...
................................................................... 8-9
Engine oil and oil filter recommendation ...
........... 9-5
Engine oil viscosity ...
.................................................. 9-5
Engine serial number ...
.............................................. 9-9
Engine specifications ...
............................................. 9-7
If your vehicle overheats ...
..................................... 6-11 Starting the engine
...
.............................................. 5-11
Event Data Recorders (EDR) ...
................................... 9-27
Exhaust gas (carbon monoxide) ...
................................ 5-2
Extended storage fuse warning ...
............................... 2-20
Exterior light indicator ...
................................................ 2-14
F
F.M.V.S.S. certification label ...
....................................... 9-9
Filter Air cleaner housing filter ...
.................................... 8-16
Changing engine oil and filter ...
.............................. 8-9
Flashers (See hazard warning flasher switch) ...
....... 6-2
Flat tire ...
............................................................................. 6-2
Flat towing ...
.................................................................... 9-24
Floor mat cleaning ...
........................................................ 7-5
Fluid Brake fluid ...
.............................................................. 8-11
Capacities and
recommended fuel/lubricants ...
............................... 9-2
Continuously Variable Transmission
(CVT) fluid ...
.............................................................. 8-11
Engine coolant ...
......................................................... 8-7
Engine oil ...
................................................................... 8-9
Window washer fluid ...
.......................................... 8-12
FM-AM radio with Compact Disc (CD) player ...
.... 4-22
FM-AM-SAT radio with Compact Disc
(CD) player ...
................................................................... 4-30
Fog light switch ...
........................................................... 2-32
Front manual seat adjustment ...
.................................... 1-3
Front passenger air bag and status light ...
.............. 1-46
Front seat, Front seat adjustment ...
............................. 1-3
Fuel Capacities and
recommended fuel/lubricants ...
............................... 9-2
Fuel economy ...
........................................................ 5-20
Fuel octane rating ...
................................................... 9-3 Fuel recommendation
...
............................................. 9-3
Fuel-filler cap ...
......................................................... 3-11
Fuel-filler door ...
....................................................... 3-11
Gauge ...
........................................................................ 2-7
Loose fuel cap warning ...
........................... 2-19, 3-12
Fuel efficient driving tips ...
........................................... 5-19
Fuses ...
.............................................................................. 8-19
Fusible links ...
.................................................................. 8-20G
Gas cap ...
......................................................................... 3-11
Gauge ...
.............................................................................. 2-4
Engine coolant temperature gauge ...
.................... 2-6
Fuel gauge ...
................................................................ 2-7
Tachometer ...
............................................................... 2-6
Trip computer ...
........................................................ 2-22
General maintenance ...
................................................... 8-2
Glove box ...
...................................................................... 2-36
H
Hands-Free Phone System, Bluetooth®...
............... 4-41
Hazard warning flasher switch ...
................................... 6-2
Head restraints/headrests ...
........................................... 1-5
Headlights Bulb replacement ...
................................................. 8-25
Headlight switch ...
................................................... 2-31
Heater Heater and air conditioner operation ...
................. 4-8
Hood release ...
.................................................................. 3-9
Hook Coat hooks ...
............................................................ 2-40
Luggage hook ...
....................................................... 2-39
Utility hook ...
............................................................. 2-40
Horn ...
................................................................................ 2-33
Condition:
Black plate (315,1)
[ Edit: 2013/ 10/ 22 Model: S35-D ]
I
Ignition switch...
.............................................................. 5-10
Key positions ...
......................................................... 5-10
Immobilizer system ...
...................................................... 2-27
Indicator lights ...
.............................................................. 2-14
Inside mirror ...
.................................................................. 3-14
Inspection/maintenance (I/M) test ...
.......................... 9-27
Instrument brightness control ...
.................................... 2-8
Instrument panel ...
............................................................ 2-3
Interior light replacement ...
........................................... 8-26
Interior lights ...
................................................................. 2-44
iPod
®connecting ...
........................................................ 4-26
iPod®player operation ...
............................................... 4-35
ISOFIX child restraint ...
................................................. 1-22
J
Jump starting ...
.................................................................. 6-9
K
Keyless entry
(See remote keyless entry system) ...
.................... 3-5
Keys ...
.................................................................................. 3-2
L
Labels
Air bag warning labels ...
........................................ 1-52
Air conditioner specification label ...
.................... 9-10
Emission control information label ...
................... 9-10
Engine serial number ...
.............................................. 9-9
F.M.V.S.S. certification label ...
................................. 9-9
Tire and Loading information label ...
....... 8-30, 9-10
Vehicle identification number (VIN) ...
.................... 9-8
LATCH system ...
............................................................. 1-22 License plate, Installing front license plate
...
.......... 9-11
Lift gate ...
.......................................................................... 3-10
Light Air bag warning light ...
........................................... 1-53
Bulb replacement ...
................................................. 8-24
Cargo light ...
............................................................. 2-46
Ceiling light ...
............................................................ 2-45
Fog light switch ...
.................................................... 2-32
Headlight switch ...
................................................... 2-31
Headlights bulb replacement ...
............................ 8-25
Indicator lights ...
....................................................... 2-14
Interior lights ...
.......................................................... 2-44
Map lights ...
.............................................................. 2-44
Replacement ...
.......................................................... 8-24
Vanity mirror lights ...
............................................... 2-46
Warning/indicator lights and
audible reminders ...
................................................. 2-10
Lights, Exterior and interior light replacement ...
..... 8-26
Loading information (See vehicle
loading information) ...
.................................................... 9-12
Lock Automatic door locks ...
............................................. 3-4
Door locks ...
................................................................. 3-3
Lift gate lock ...
.......................................................... 3-10
Power door lock ...
...................................................... 3-3
Loose fuel cap warning ...
................................. 2-19, 3-12
Low fuel warning light ...
................................................ 2-12
Low tire pressure warning light ...
............................... 2-12
Low tire pressure warning system
(See tire pressure monitoring system (TPMS)) ...
.... 5-3
Luggage floor box ...
....................................................... 2-37
Luggage hooks ...
............................................................ 2-39
Luggage side box ...
....................................................... 2-38
M
Maintenance
Battery ...
..................................................................... 8-13
General maintenance ...
............................................. 8-2
Indicators for maintenance ...
................................ 2-21
Inside the vehicle ...
.................................................... 8-3
Maintenance precautions ...
...................................... 8-5
Maintenance requirements ...
.................................... 8-2
Outside the vehicle ...
................................................. 8-2
Seat belt maintenance ...
........................................ 1-18
Malfunction indicator light (MIL) ...
.............................. 2-15
Manual air conditioner ...
.................................................. 4-9
Manual front seat adjustment ...
..................................... 1-3
Map lights ...
..................................................................... 2-44
Master warning light ...
................................................... 2-13
Meter, Trip computer ...
.................................................. 2-22
Meters and gauges ...
....................................................... 2-4
Instrument brightness control ...
.............................. 2-8
Mirror Inside mirror ...
........................................................... 3-14
Outside mirrors ...
..................................................... 3-14
Mirror, Vanity mirror ...
.................................................... 3-15
Monitor, Rearview monitor ...
.......................................... 4-2
N
New vehicle break-in ...
.................................................. 5-19
NISSAN Vehicle Immobilizer System ...
..................... 2-27
O
Off-road recovery ...
.......................................................... 5-6
Oil Capacities and
recommended fuel/lubricants ...
............................... 9-2
Changing engine oil and filter ...
.............................. 8-9
10-3
Condition: