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RECOMMENDED FLUIDS AND LUBRICANTS
FOR USA AND CANADA : Engi ne Coolant Mixture Ratio
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The engine cooling system is filled at the factory with a pre-diluted mixture of 50% Genuine NISSAN Long Life
Antifreeze/Coolant (blue) and 50% water to provide year-round anti-freeze and coolant protection. The anti-
freeze solution contains rust and corrosion inhibitors. Additional engine cooling system additives are not nec-
essary.
WARNING:
• Do not remove the radiator or coolant reservoir cap wh en the engine is hot. Wait until the engine and
radiator cool down. Serious burns could be caused by high pressure fluid escaping from the radia-
tor.
• The radiator is equipped with a pressure type radiator cap. To prevent engine damage, use only a
genuine NISSAN radiator cap.
CAUTION:
• When adding or replacing coolant, be sure to use only Genuine NISSAN Long Life Antifreeze/Cool-
ant (blue) or equivalent. Genuine NISSAN Long Life Antifreeze/Coolant (blue) is pre-diluted to pro-
vide antifreeze protection to -34°F (-37°C). If additional freeze protection is needed due to weather
where you operate your vehicle, add Genuine NISS AN Long Life Antifreeze/Coolant (blue) concen-
trate following the directions on the container. If an equivalent coolant other than Genuine NISSAN
Long Life Antifreeze/Coolant (blue) is used, follow the coolant manufacturer’s instructions to main-
tain minimum antifreeze protection to -34°F (-37°C). The use of other types of coolant solutions other
than Genuine NISSAN Long Life Antifreeze/Coolant (blue) or equivalent may damage the engine
cooling system.
• Mixing any other type of coolant other than Genu ine NISSAN Long Life Antifreeze/Coolant (blue),
including Genuine NISSAN Long Life Antifreeze/Coolant (green), or the use of non-distilled water will
reduce the life expectancy of the factory-fill coolant.
1. API certification mark 2. API service symbol (QR25DE) 3. API service symbol (VQ35DE)
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ENGINE MAINTENANCE (QR25DE)
DRIVE BELTS
DRIVE BELTS : Checking Drive BeltsINFOID:0000000009464542
WARNING:
Inspect the drive belt only when the engine is stopped.
1. Visually check entire drive belt for wear, damage or cracks.
2. Check that the drive belt auto-tensioner indicator is within the possible use range.
NOTE:
• When new drive belt is installed, the drive belt aut o-tensioner indicator should be within the new drive
belt range.
• Check the drive belt auto-tensioner indicator when the engine is cold.
3. If the drive belt auto-tensioner indicator is out of the possible use range or belt is damaged, replace drive
belt.
DRIVE BELTS : Tension AdjustmentINFOID:0000000009464543
Belt tension is not manually adjustable, it is aut omatically adjusted by the drive belt auto-tensioner.
ENGINE COOLANT
ENGINE COOLANT : System InspectionINFOID:0000000009464544
WARNING:
Do not remove the radiator cap when the engine is hot. Serious burns could occur from high-pressure
engine coolant escaping from the radiator. Wrap a thick cloth around the cap. Slowly push down and
turn it a quarter turn to allow built-up pressure to escape. Carefully remove the cap by pushing it down
and turning it all the way.
CHECKING COOLING SYSTEM HOSES
Check hoses for the following:
• Improper attachment
• Leaks
•Cracks
• Damage
1. Generator pulley 2. Water pump pulley 3. Drive belt auto-tensioner
4. Crankshaft pulley 5. A/C compressor pulley 6. Drive belt retainer boss
A. View A B. New drive belt range C. Allowable use range
D. Indicator (notch)
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1. Install the radiator drain plug. Install the reservoir tank and cylin-
der block drain plug, if removed for a total system drain or for
engine removal or repair.
• The radiator must be completely empty of coolant and
water.
• Apply sealant to the threads of the cylinder block drain
plug. Use Genuine High Pe rformance Thread Sealant or
equivalent. Refer to GI-21, "Recommended Chemical
Products and Sealants".
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CAUTION:
Do not reuse copper sealing washers.
2. If disconnected, reattach the upper radiator hose at the engine side.
3. Set the vehicle heater controls to the full HOT and heat er ON position. Turn the vehicle ignition ON with
the engine OFF as necessary to activate the heater mode.
4. Install the Tool by installing the radiator cap adapter onto the radiator neck opening. Then attach the gauge body assembly
with the refill tube and the venturi assembly to the radiator cap
adapter.
5. Insert the refill hose into the coolant mixture container that is
placed at floor level. Make sure the ball valve is in the closed
position.
• Use recommended coolant or equivalent.
Refer to MA-11, "FOR USA AND CANADA : Fluids and Lubri-
cants".
CAUTION:
Do not use any cooling system additives such as radiator
sealer. Additives may clog th e cooling system and cause
damage to the engine, transmission and/or cooling system.
6. Install an air hose to the venturi assembly, the air pressure must be within specification.
CAUTION:
The compressed air supply must be equipped with an air dryer.
7. The vacuum gauge will begin to rise and there will be an audible hissing noise. During this process open the ball valve on the refill hose slightly. Coolant will be vi sible rising in the refill hose. Once the refill hose is
full of coolant, close the ball valve. Th is will purge any air trapped in the refill hose.
Radiator drain plug : Refer to
CO-16, "Exploded View"
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Cylinder block drain plug (A) : 54 Nm (5.5 kg-m, 40 ft-lb)
Cylinder block drain plug (B) : 9.8 N·m (1.0 kg-m, 87 in-lb)
Tool number : KV991J0070 (J-45695)
Engine coolant capacity
(with reservoir tank) : Refer to
CO-26, "Capacity"
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Compressed air
supply pressure : 549 - 824 kPa (5.6 - 8.4 kg/cm
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80 - 119 psi)
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• The oil filter has a built in pressure relief valve. Use a Gen-
uine NISSAN oil filter or equivalent.
INSTALLATION
1. Remove foreign materials adhering to the oil filter installation surface.
2. Apply clean engine oil to the oil seal contact surface of the new oil filter.
3. Screw the oil filter manually unt il it touches the installation sur-
face, then tighten it by 2/3 turn. Or tighten to specification below.
4. Refill engine with new engine oil. Refer to LU-10, "Changing Engine Oil"
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5. After warming up the engine, check for engine oil leaks. Repair as necessary.
6. Install fender protector side cover (RH). Refer to EXT-26, "FENDER PROTECTOR : Removal and Installa-
tion".
SPARK PLUG
ALC094
SMA010
Oil filter : 18.0 N·m (1.8 kg-m, 13 ft-lb)
SMA229B
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• Do not use a wire brush for cleaning the spark plugs. Replace as
necessary.
• If plug is covered with carbon, a spark plug cleaner may be used.
• Checking and adjusting plug gap is not required between change intervals. If the gap is out of s pecification, replace the spark plug.
CAUTION:
Do not drop or shock plug.
INSTALLATION
Installation is in the reverse order of removal.
*: Always check with the Parts Department for the latest parts information.
EVAP VAPOR LINES
EVAP VAPOR LINES : InspectionINFOID:0000000009464552
1. Visually inspect EVAP vapor lines for improper attachment and for cracks, damage, loose connections,
chafing and deterioration.
2. Inspect fuel tank filler cap vacuum relief valve for clogging, sticking, etc.
SMA773C
Cleaner air pressure : less than 588 kPa (6 kg/cm2, 85 psi)
Cleaning time : less than 20 seconds
SMA806CA
Standard type* DENSO
FXE20HE11C
Gap (nominal) 1.1 mm (0.043 in)
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MA-24
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ENGINE MAINTENANCE (VQ35DE)
REFILLING ENGINE COOLANT
1. Install the radiator drain plug. If the cooling system was drained completely, install the reservoir tank and
the cylinder block drain plugs.
• The radiator must be complete ly empty of coolant and water.
• Apply sealant to the threads of the cylinder block drain plug. Use Genuine High Performance
Thread Sealant or equivalent. Refer to GI-21, "Recommended Chemical Products and Sealants"
.
CAUTION:
Do not reuse copp er sealing washers.
2. If disconnected, reattach the upper radiator hose at the engine side.
3. Set the vehicle heater controls to the full HOT and heat er ON position. Turn the vehicle ignition ON with
the engine OFF as necessary to activate the heater mode.
4. Install the Tool by installing the radiator cap adapter onto the radiator neck opening. Then attach the gauge body assembly
with the refill tube and the venturi assembly to the radiator cap
adapter.
5. Insert the refill hose into the coolant mixture container that is placed at floor level. Make sure the ball valve is in the closed
position.
• Use recommended coolant or equivalent.
Refer to MA-11, "FOR USA AND CANADA : Fluids and Lubri-
cants".
CAUTION:
Do not use any cooling system additives such as radiator
sealer. Additives may clog th e cooling system and cause
damage to the engine, transm ission and/or cooling system.
6. Install an air hose to the venturi assembly, the air pressure must be within specification.
CAUTION:
The compressed air supply must be equipped with an air dryer.
7. The vacuum gauge will begin to rise and there will be an audible hissing noise. During this process open the ball valve on the refill hose slightly. Coolant will be vi sible rising in the refill hose. Once the refill hose is
full of coolant, close the ball valve. This will purge any air trapped in the refill hose. Radiator drain plug : Refer to
CO-16, "Exploded View"
Cylinder block front drain plug (LH) (A) (ex-
cept Canada) : 62.0 N·m (6.3 kg-m, 46 ft-lb)
Cylinder block water drain plug (B) : 6.0 N·m (0.6 kg-m, 53 in-lb)
Cylinder block rear drain plug (C) : 78.0 N·m (8.0 kg-m, 58 ft-lb)
Cylinder block RH banjo bolt (D) (oil cooler) : 19.6 N·m (2.0 kg-m, 14 ft-lb)
Tool number : KV991J0070 (J-45695)
Engine coolant capacity
(with reservoir tank) : Refer to
CO-53, "Capacity"
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Compressed air
supply pressure : 549 - 824 kPa (5.6 - 8.4 kg/cm
2,
80 - 119 psi)
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ENGINE MAINTENANCE (VQ35DE)
3. Remove the oil filter using Tool (A) as shown.WARNING:
• Be careful not to get burned, the engine and engine oil
may be hot.
CAUTION:
• When removing, prepare a shop cloth to absorb any oil
leakage or spillage.
• Do not allow engine oil to adhere to the drive belts.
• Completely wipe off any oil that adheres to the engine and
the vehicle.
• The oil filter has a built in pressure relief valve. Use a Gen-
uine NISSAN oil filter or equivalent.
INSTALLATION
1. Remove foreign materials adhering to the oil filter installation surface.
2. Apply clean engine oil to the oil seal contact surface of the new oil filter.
3. Screw the oil filter manually until it touches the installation sur- face, then tighten it by 2/3 turn. Or tighten to specification below.
4. Refill engine with new engine oil. Refer to LU-26, "Changing Engine Oil"
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5. After warming up the engine, check for any engine oil leaks.
6. Install the fender protector side cover (RH). Refer to EXT-26, "FENDER PROTECTOR : Removal and
Installation".
SPARK PLUG
Tool number : KV10115801 (J-38956)
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ALC094
SMA010
Oil filter : 18.0 N·m (1.8 kg-m, 13 ft-lb)
SMA229B
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ENGINE MAINTENANCE (VQ35DE)
• If plug is covered with carbon, a spark plug cleaner may be used.
• Checking and adjusting plug gap is not required between change intervals. If the gap is out of s pecification, replace the spark plug.
INSTALLATION
Installation is in the reverse order of removal.
*: Always check with the Parts Department for the latest parts information.
EVAP VAPOR LINES
EVAP VAPOR LINES : InspectionINFOID:0000000009464563
1. Visually inspect EVAP vapor lines for improper attachment and for cracks, damage, loose connections,
chafing and deterioration.
2. Inspect fuel tank filler cap vacuum relief valve for clogging, sticking, etc. Cleaner air pressure : less than 588 kPa (6 kg/cm
2, 85 psi)
Cleaning time : less than 20 seconds
SMA806CA
Standard type* DENSO
FXE22HR11
Gap (nominal) 1.1 mm (0.043 in)
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