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8-36Maintenance and do-it-yourself
All season tiresGUID-B2669784-76C5-43E8-8E16-E7F77F372F57NISSAN specifies all season tires on some
models to provide good performance all year,
including snowy and icy road conditions. All
Season tires are identified by ALL SEASON
and/or M&S (Mud and Snow) on the tire
sidewall. Snow tires have better snow traction
than All Season tires and may be more appro-
priate in some areas.
Summer tiresGUID-F3ED94EB-3952-42A0-831A-DC9822960777NISSAN specifies summer tires on some
models to provide superior performance on dry
roads. Summer tire performance is substantially
reduced in snow and ice. Summer tires do not
have the tire traction rating M&S on the tire
sidewall.
If you plan to operate your vehicle in snowy or
icy conditions, NISSAN recommends the use of
SNOW tires or ALL SEASON tires on all four
wheels.
Snow tiresGUID-4ABDD5F0-221F-4250-B31A-457D3FD59024If snow tires are needed, it is necessary to select
tires equivalent in size and load rating to the
original equipment tires. If you do not, it can
adversely affect the safety and handling of your
vehicle.
Generally, snow tires will have lower speed
ratings than factory equipped tires and may notmatch the potential maximum vehicle speed.
Never exceed the maximum speed rating of the
tire.
If you install snow tires, they must be the same
brand, construction and tread pattern on all four
wheels, and the same sizes as the original tires.
For additional traction on icy roads, studded
tires may be used. However, some U.S. states
and Canadian provinces prohibit their use.
Check local, state and provincial laws before
installing studded tires. Skid and traction cap-
abilities of studded snow tires, on wet or dry
surfaces, may be poorer than that of non-
studded snow tires.
TIRE CHAINSGUID-B7455203-4D74-496B-95E8-37BFF7A69A2B
CAUTION
Tire chains/cables should not be in-
stalled on 19-inch size tires. Doing so
will cause damage to the vehicle. If you
plan to use tire chains/cables, you
should install 18-inch size tires on your
vehicle.
Use of tire chains may be prohibited according
to location. Check the local laws before instal-
ling tire chains. When installing tire chains, make sure they are the proper size for the tires on your
vehicle and are installed according to the chain
manufacturer's suggestions.
Use only SAE
Class S chains. Class ªSº chains are used on
vehicles with restricted tire to vehicle clearance.
Vehicles that can use Class ªSº chains are
designed to meet the SAE standard minimum
clearances between the tire and the closest
vehicle suspension or body component required
to accommodate the use of a winter traction
device (tire chains or cables) . The minimum
clearances are determined using the factory
equipped tire size. Other types may damage
your vehicle. Use chain tensioners when re-
commended by the tire chain manufacturer to
ensure a tight fit. Loose end links of the tire
chain must be secured or removed to prevent
the possibility of whipping action damage to the
fenders or underbody. If possible, avoid fully
loading your vehicle when using tire chains. In
addition, drive at a reduced speed. Otherwise,
your vehicle may be damaged and/or vehicle
handling and performance may be adversely
affected.
Tire chains must be installed only on the
rear wheels and not on the front wheels.
Never install tire chains on a TEMPORARY USE
ONLY spare tire.
Do not use tire chains on dry roads. Driving with
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9 Technical and consumer information
Capacities and recommended fluids/lubricants...
................ 9-2
Fuel information ...
................................................................... 9-4
Engine oil and oil filter recommendation ...
....................... 9-6
Air conditioning system refrigerant and
lubricant recommendations ...
............................................... 9-7
Specifications ...
........................................................................\
..... 9-8
Engine ...
........................................................................\
............ 9-8
Wheels and tires ...
................................................................. 9-9
Dimensions ...
........................................................................\
9-10
When traveling or registering your vehicle in
another country ...
....................................................................... 9-11
Vehicle identification ...
.............................................................. 9-11
Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) plate ...
.................. 9-11
Vehicle identification number (chassis number) ...
....... 9-11
Engine serial number ...
....................................................... 9-12
F.M.V.S.S./C.M.V.S.S. certification label ...
.................... 9-12
Emission control information label ...
............................... 9-12
Tire and Loading Information label ...
.............................. 9-13
Air conditioner specification label ...
................................ 9-13
Installing front license plate ...
................................................. 9-14
Except for NISMO models ...
............................................. 9-14
For NISMO models ...
.......................................................... 9-16 Removing air deflectors (except for
NISMO models)
...
..................................................................... 9-17
Vehicle loading information ...
................................................. 9-18
Terms ...
........................................................................\
......... 9-18
Vehicle load capacity ...
.................................................... 9-19
Loading tips ...
..................................................................... 9-20
Measurement of weights ...
.............................................. 9-20
Towing a trailer ...
....................................................................... 9-20
Flat towing ...
........................................................................\
....... 9-21
Automatic transmission ...
................................................ 9-21
Manual transmission ...
...................................................... 9-21
Uniform tire quality grading ...
................................................. 9-21
Treadwear ...
........................................................................\
9-21
Traction AA, A, B and C ...
.............................................. 9-21
Temperature A, B and C ...
.............................................. 9-22
Emission control system warranty ...
..................................... 9-22
Reporting safety defects ...
..................................................... 9-23
Readiness for Inspection/Maintenance (I/M) test ...
......... 9-24
Event Data Recorders (EDR) ...
............................................. 9-24
Owner's Manual/Service Manual order information ...
..... 9-25
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9-2Technical and consumer information
GUID-80082F43-58D6-4C2E-8F86-1E99B1A7B004The following are approximate capacities. The actual refill capacities may be a little different. When refilling, follow the procedure
instructed in the ª8. Maintenance and do-it-yourselfº section to determine the proper refill capacity.
Capacity (Approximate)Recommended specifications
US measure Imp measure Liter
Fuel 19 gal 15-7/8 gal 71.9See ªFuel informationº (P.9-4) .
Engine oil
Drain and refill With oil filter change
5-1/8 qt 4-3/8 qt 4.9.
For additional information, see ªEngine oilº (P.8-10) for changing engine oil.
. NISSAN recommends Genuine NISSAN Ester Oil available at a NISSAN dealer.
. Genuine NISSAN engine oil or equivalent
. Engine oil with API Certification Mark
. Viscosity SAE 5W-30
. For additional information, see ªEngine oil and oil filter recommendationº (P.9-6).
Without oil filter change
4-7/8 qt 4 qt4.6
Cooling system With reservoirAutomatic transmission
model
9-5/8 qt 8 qt
9.1
Pre-diluted Genuine NISSAN Long Life Antifreeze/Coolant (blue) or equivalent
Manual transmission
model 9-3/4 qt 8-1/8 qt
9.2
Reservoir 7/8 qt 3/4 qt0.8
Automatic transmission fluid ÐÐÐ.
Genuine NISSAN Matic S ATF
. Using automatic transmission fluid other than Genuine NISSAN Matic S ATF will
cause deterioration in driveability and automatic transmission durability, and
may damage the automatic transmission, which is not covered by the NISSAN
new vehicle limited warranty.
Manual transmission gear oil ÐÐÐ.
Genuine NISSAN Manual Transmission Fluid (MTF) HQ Multi 75W-85 or API GL-4,
Viscosity SAE 75W-85
Differential gear oil ÐÐÐFor AT and NISMO models:
.
API GL-5 synthetic gear oil, Viscosity SAE 75W-90
. See a NISSAN dealer for service for synthetic oil.
Except for AT and NISMO models:
. Genuine NISSAN Differential Oil Hypoid Super GL-5 80W-90 or API GL-5, Viscosity SAE
80W-90
. For hot climates, Viscosity SAE 90 is suitable for ambient temperatures above 328F (08C).
Power steering fluid (PSF) Refill to the proper oil level according to the
instructions in the ª8. Maintenance and do-it-
yourselfº section..
Genuine NISSAN PSF or equivalent
. DEXRON
TMVI type ATF may also be used.
CAPACITIES AND RECOMMENDED
FLUIDS/LUBRICANTS
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Capacity (Approximate)Recommended specifications
US measure Imp measure Liter
Brake fluid Refill to the proper oil level according to the
instructions in the ª8. Maintenance and do-it-
yourselfº section.Except for NISMO models:
.
Genuine NISSAN Super Heavy Duty Brake Fluid* or equivalent DOT3
. *: Available in mainland USA through a NISSAN dealer.
For NISMO models:
. Genuine NISSAN Brake Fluid R35 Special ll *1 *2
. *1: Never mix different types of fluids.
. *2: Genuine NISSAN Brake Fluid R35 Special II is the factory fill brake fluid. The Vehicle
Dynamic Control (VDC) unit and other related parts were specially designed for this brake
fluid. Using any other fluid may result in improper operation of the brake system which
could result in serious injury or death.
Clutch fluid .
Genuine NISSAN Brake Fluid R35 Special II*1,*2 or equivalent DOT4
. *1: Never mix different types of fluids.
. *2: NISSAN recommends Genuine NISSAN Brake Fluid R35 Special II available at a
NISSAN dealer.
Multi-purpose grease ÐÐÐNLGI No. 2 (Lithium soap base)
Air conditioning system refrigerant ÐÐÐ.
HFC-134a (R-134a)
. For additional information, see ªVehicle identificationº (P.9-11) for air conditioner
specification label.
Air conditioning system lubricants ÐÐÐNISSAN UV Luminous Oil Type S or exact equivalent
Window washer fluid 4-3/444.5Genuine NISSAN Windshield Washer Concentrate Cleaner & Antifreeze or equivalent
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9-16Technical and consumer information
FOR NISMO MODELSGUID-ECED2B2D-F45B-44A4-888B-8A2B502DB4D8Use the following steps to mount the license
plate:
Before mounting the license plate, confirm that
the following parts are enclosed in the vinyl bag.
.License plate bracket
. J-nut 62
. Screw 64
. Screw grommet 64
1. Park the vehicle on flat, level ground.
2. Temporarily place the license plate bracket while aligning points
*Aof the front bumper
fascia with holes
*Bin the license plate
bracket.
3. Confirm that points
*Aand*Bare aligned.
Hold the license plate bracket and mark the
points
*Con the bumper facia through the
center of the holes
*Dwith a felt-tip pen.
4. Remove the license plate bracket.
5. Carefully drill two shallow pilot holes
*A
and*Cusing a 0.39 in (10 mm) drill bit at
the marked locations. (Be sure that the
drill only goes through the fascia.)
6. Insert grommets into the hole on the fascia.
7. Insert a flat-blade screwdriver into the
grommet hole to add a 908 turn onto the
part
*E. 8. Insert a J-nut into the license plate bracket
before placing the license plate bracket on
the fascia.
9. Install the license plate bracket with the screws.
10. Install the license plate with bolts that are not longer than 0.55 in (14 mm) .
When the recovery hook is used, you need to
temporarily remove the front license plate and
bracket from the vehicle. (See ªVehicle recovery
(freeing a stuck vehicle)º (P.6-21) for further
details.)
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10-2
CoolantCapacities and
recommended fluids/lubricants ...
............................ 9-2
Changing engine coolant ...
...................................... 8-9
Checking engine coolant level ...
............................. 8-9
Corrosion protection ...
.................................................... 7-8
Cover, Cargo cover ...
.................................................... 2-44
Cruise control ...
............................................................... 5-21
Cup holders ...
.................................................................. 2-42
D
Dampers, Performance dampers ...
............................ 5-31
Daytime running light system ...
................................... 2-35
Defroster switch, Rear window
defroster switch ...
........................................................... 2-32
Dimensions ...
................................................................... 9-10
Drive belts ...
..................................................................... 8-18
Driving Cold weather driving ...
........................................... 5-32
Driving with automatic transmission ...
................ 5-12
Driving with manual transmission ...
..................... 5-16
Precautions when starting and driving ...
.............. 5-2
DVD player operation ...
................................................. 4-55
E
Economy, Fuel ...
.............................................................. 5-25
Elapsed time ...
................................................................. 2-25
Emergency tire puncture repair kit ...
........................... 6-8
Emission control information label ...
.......................... 9-12
Emission control system warranty ...
........................... 9-22
Engine Before starting the engine ...
................................. 5-11
Break-in schedule ...
................................................ 5-23
Capacities and
recommended fluids/lubricants ...
............................ 9-2 Changing engine coolant
...
...................................... 8-9
Changing engine oil and filter ...
........................... 8-10
Checking engine coolant level ...
............................. 8-9
Checking engine oil level ...
................................... 8-10
Coolant temperature gauge ...
................................. 2-7
Emergency engine shut off ...
................................ 5-10
Engine block heater ...
............................................. 5-33
Engine compartment check locations ...
................ 8-7
Engine cooling system ...
........................................... 8-8
Engine oil ...
................................................................ 8-10
Engine oil and oil filter recommendation ...
........... 9-6
Engine oil replacement indicator ...
...................... 2-22
Engine oil temperature gauge ...
.............................. 2-8
Engine oil viscosity ...
.................................................. 9-6
Engine serial number ...
........................................... 9-12
Engine specifications ...
............................................. 9-8
Engine start operation indicator ...
....................... 2-19
Engine start operation indicator (Manual
Transmission models) ...
......................................... 2-20
If your vehicle overheats ...
..................................... 6-16
Starting the engine ...
.............................................. 5-11
Event Data Recorders (EDR) ...
................................... 9-24
Exhaust gas (carbon monoxide) ...
................................ 5-2
Extended storage fuse warning ...
............................... 2-22
Exterior light indicator ...
................................................ 2-15F
F.M.V.S.S./C.M.V.S.S. certification label ...
............... 9-12
Filter Air cleaner housing filter ...
.................................... 8-19
Changing engine oil and filter ...
........................... 8-10
Flashers (See hazard warning flasher switch) ...
....... 6-2
Flat tire ...
............................................................................. 6-3
Repairing flat tire (with emergency tire
puncture repair kit) ...
................................................. 6-8
Flat towing ...
.................................................................... 9-21 Floor mat cleaning
...
........................................................ 7-6
Fluid Automatic transmission fluid (ATF) ...
.................. 8-12
Brake and clutch fluid ...
......................................... 8-13
Brake fluid ...
.............................................................. 8-13
Capacities and
recommended fluids/lubricants ...
............................ 9-2
Engine coolant ...
......................................................... 8-8
Engine oil ...
................................................................ 8-10
Power steering fluid ...
............................................. 8-12
Window washer fluid ...
.......................................... 8-14
FM-AM radio with Compact Disc (CD) player ...
.... 4-43
FM-AM-SAT radio with Compact Disc
(CD) player ...
................................................................... 4-52
Fog light switch ...
........................................................... 2-37
Front manual seat adjustment ...
.................................... 1-4
Front passenger air bag and status light ...
.............. 1-36
Front power seat adjustment ...
..................................... 1-2
Front seat, Front seat adjustment ...
............................. 1-2
Front-seat active head restraints ...
.............................. 1-9
Fuel Capacities and
recommended fluids/lubricants ...
............................ 9-2
Fuel economy ...
........................................................ 5-25
Fuel economy information (display) ...
.................... 4-9
Fuel information ...
....................................................... 9-4
Fuel octane rating ...
................................................... 9-4
Fuel-filler cap ...
......................................................... 3-34
Fuel-filler door ...
....................................................... 3-34
Gauge ...
........................................................................ 2-8
LOOSE FUEL CAP warning ...
............................. 3-35
Fuel efficient driving tips ...
........................................... 5-24
Fuses ...
.............................................................................. 8-22
Fusible links ...
.................................................................. 8-22
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Rear hatch opener switch...
......................................... 3-17
Rear parcel box ...
........................................................... 2-43
Rear window defroster switch ...
................................. 2-32
RearView Monitor (models with
navigation system) ...
...................................................... 4-17
Recorders, Event data ...
............................................... 9-24
Registering your vehicle in another country ...
......... 9-11
Remote keyless entry system ...
................................... 3-13
Repairing flat tire (with emergency tire puncture
repair kit) ...
......................................................................... 6-8
Reporting safety defects ...
........................................... 9-23
Rollover ...
............................................................................ 5-6
Roof, Soft top ...
.............................................................. 3-21
S
Safety, Child seat belts ...
............................................. 1-16
Satellite radio operation ...
............................................ 4-52
Seat adjustment Front manual seat adjustment ...
.............................. 1-4
Front power seat adjustment ...
............................... 1-2
Front seats ...
................................................................ 1-2
Seat belt(s) Child safety ...
............................................................ 1-16
Infants ...
...................................................................... 1-16
Injured persons ...
..................................................... 1-12
Larger children ...
...................................................... 1-17
Precautions on seat belt usage ...
........................ 1-10
Pregnant women ...
.................................................. 1-12
Seat belt cleaning ...
................................................... 7-7
Seat belt extenders ...
.............................................. 1-15
Seat belt maintenance ...
........................................ 1-15
Seat belt warning light and chime ...
................... 2-14
Seat belts ...
............................................................... 1-10
Seat belts with pretensioners ...
........................... 1-40
Three-point type ...
................................................... 1-12 Seat(s)
Climate controlled seats ...
..................................... 2-39
Heated seats ...
......................................................... 2-37
Seats ...
.......................................................................... 1-2
Secondary rear hatch release ...
.................................. 3-18
Secondary trunk lid release ...
...................................... 3-20
Security system (NISSAN Vehicle Immobilizer
System) , Engine start ...
................................................. 2-29
Security system, Vehicle security system ...
............. 2-28
Servicing air conditioner ...
............................................ 4-30
SETTING button ...
.......................................................... 4-11
Shift lever, Shift lock release ...
................................... 5-16
Shift lock release, Transmission ...
.............................. 5-16
Shift ªPº warning (Automatic
Transmission models) ...
................................................ 2-20
Shifting Automatic transmission ...
....................................... 5-12
Manual transmission ...
............................................ 5-16
Soft top Care and cleaning ...
................................................... 7-3
If the top does not open or close ...
.................... 3-28
Opening using the Intelligent Key ...
.................... 3-26
Soft top indicator light ...
............................. 2-16, 3-24
Soft top operation ...
................................................ 3-21
Spare tire ...
......................................................................... 9-9
Spark plugs ...
.................................................................. 8-18
Speedometer ...
.................................................................. 2-6
Starting Before starting the engine ...
................................. 5-11
Jump starting ...
......................................................... 6-14
Precautions when starting and driving ...
.............. 5-2
Push starting ...
......................................................... 6-16
Starting the engine ...
.............................................. 5-11
STATUS button ...
.............................................................. 4-7
Status light, Front passenger air bag ...
.................... 1-36
Steering Power steering fluid ...
............................................. 8-12 Power steering system
...
....................................... 5-26
Steering-wheel-mounted controls
for audio ...
................................................................. 4-72
Storage ...
.......................................................................... 2-41
Sun visors ...
..................................................................... 3-36
Supplemental air bag warning labels ...
..................... 1-41
Supplemental air bag warning light ...
............ 1-41, 2-14
Supplemental restraint system ...
................................. 1-29
Precautions on supplemental
restraint system ...
..................................................... 1-29
Switch Autolight switch ...
.................................................... 2-34
Fog light switch ...
.................................................... 2-37
Hazard warning flasher switch ...
............................. 6-2
Headlight switch ...
................................................... 2-33
Ignition switch ...
....................................................... 5-12
Ignition switch manual
transmission models ...
............................................ 5-16
Power door lock switch ...
......................................... 3-5
Rear window defroster switch ...
.......................... 2-32
Turn signal switch ...
................................................ 2-36
Vehicle dynamic control (VDC) off switch ...
..... 2-40
SynchroRev Match mode (S-MODE) ...
.................... 5-17
T
Tachometer ...
..................................................................... 2-7
Temperature gauge, Engine coolant
temperature gauge ...
........................................................ 2-7
Theft (NISSAN Vehicle Immobilizer System) ,
Engine start ...
................................................................... 2-29
Three-way catalyst ...
........................................................ 5-3
Tilt steering ...
................................................................... 3-36
Tire Pressure, Low tire pressure warning light ...
..... 2-13
Sealant ...
....................................................................... 6-8
Tire replacement indicator ...
................................. 2-22
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