2015 NISSAN SENTRA parking brake

CHECKING ENGINE OIL LEVEL
1. Park the vehicle on a level surface and applythe parking brake.
2. Start the engine and let it idle until it reaches operating temperature.
3. Turn off the engine. Wait more than
10 minutes for the oil to drain back into
the oil pan.
4. Remove the dipstick and wipe it clean. Re- insert it all the way. 5. Remove the dipstick again and check the oil
level. It should be between the H (High) and
L (Low) marksB. This is the normal oper-
ating oil level range. If the oil level is below
the L (Low) mark
A, remove the oil filler cap
and pour recommended oil through the
opening. Do not overfill
C.
6. Recheck oil level with the dipstick.
It is normal to add some oil between oil
maintenance intervals or during the
break-in period, depending on the severity
of operating conditions.
CAUTION
● Oil level should be checked regularly.
Operating the engine with an insuffi-
cient amount of oil can damage the
engine, and such damage is not covered
by warranty.
● It is normal to add some oil between oil
maintenance intervals or during the
break-in period, depending on the se-
verity of operating conditions.
Make sure to follow the engine oil changing inter-
vals in the maintenance booklet. Operating under
the following conditions may require more fre-
quent oil change: ● repeated short distance driving
● driving in dusty conditions
● stop and go commuting.
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ENGINE OIL
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CHANGING ENGINE OIL
1. Park the vehicle on a level surface and applythe parking brake.
2. Start the engine and let it idle until it reaches operating temperature, then turn it off. 3. Remove the oil filler cap
Bby turning it
counterclockwise.
4. Place a large drain pan under the drain plug
A.
5. Remove the drain plug
Awith a wrench by
turning it counterclockwise and completely
drain the oil.
If the oil filter is to be changed, remove and
replace it at this time. For additional informa-
tion, refer to “Changing engine oil filter” in
this section.
WARNING
● Prolonged and repeated contact with
used engine oil may cause skin cancer.
● Try to avoid direct skin contact with
used oil. If skin contact is made, wash
thoroughly with soap or hand cleaner as
soon as possible.
● Keep used engine oil out of reach of
children.
CAUTION
● Be careful not to burn yourself. The en-
gine oil may be hot.
● Waste oil must be disposed of properly.
● Check your local regulations. 6. Clean and reinstall the drain plug and a new
washer. Securely tighten the drain plug with
a wrench. Do not use excessive force.
Drain plug tightening torque: 26 ft-lb (34 N·m)
7. Refill engine with recommended oil through the oil filler opening, then install the oil filler
cap securely.
For additional information, refer to “Recom-
mended fluids/lubricants and capacities” in
the “Technical and consumer information”
section of this manual for drain and refill
capacity.
The drain and refill capacity depends on the
oil temperature and drain time. Use these
specifications for reference only. Always use
the dipstick to determine when the proper
amount of oil is in the engine.
8. Start the engine. Check for leakage around the drain plug and oil filter. Correct as re-
quired.
9. Turn the engine off and wait more than 10 minutes. Check the oil level with the
dipstick. Add engine oil if necessary.
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CHANGING ENGINE OIL FILTER
1. Park the vehicle on a level surface and applythe parking brake.
2. Turn the engine off.
3. Place a large drain pan under the oil filter
B. 4. Loosen the oil filter
Bwith an oil filter
wrench by turning it counterclockwise. Then
remove the oil filter by turning it by hand.
CAUTION
Be careful not to burn yourself. The engine
oil may be hot.
5. Wipe the engine oil filter sealing surface with a clean rag.
CAUTION
Be sure to remove any old gasket material
remaining on the sealing surface of the
engine. Failure to do so could lead to
engine damage.
6. Coat the gasket on the new filter with clean engine oil.
7. Screw on the oil filter until a slight resistance is felt, then tighten an additional 2/3 turn.
8. Refill engine with recommended oil through the oil filler opening
A, then install oil filler
cap securely.
9. Start the engine and check for leakage around the oil filter. Correct as required.
10. Turn the engine off and wait more than 10 minutes. Check the oil level. Add engine
oil if necessary
A.
CAUTION
●NISSAN recommends using Genuine
NISSAN CVT Fluid NS-3 ONLY in
NISSAN CVTs. Do not mix with other
fluids.
● Do not use Automatic transmission
fluid (ATF) or Manual transmission fluid
in a NISSAN CVT, as it may damage the
CVT. Damage caused by the use of flu-
ids other than as recommended is not
covered under NISSAN’s New Vehicle
Limited Warranty.
● Using fluids that are not equivalent to
Genuine NISSAN CVT Fluid NS-3 may
also damage the CVT. Damage caused
by the use of fluids other than as recom-
mended is not covered under NISSAN’s
New Vehicle Limited Warranty.
When checking or replacement of CVT fluid is
required, we recommend a NISSAN dealer for
servicing.
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CONTINUOUSLY VARIABLE
TRANSMISSION (CVT) FLUID (if so
equipped)
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REPLACING SPARK PLUGS
WARNING
Be sure the engine and ignition switch are
off and that the parking brake is engaged
securely.
CAUTION
Be sure to use the correct socket to re-
move the spark plugs. An incorrect socket
can damage the spark plugs.
Platinum-tipped spark plugs (except
California models)
It is not necessary to replace platinum-tippedA
spark plugs as frequently as conventional type
spark plugs because they last much longer. Fol-
low the maintenance log shown in the “NISSAN
Service and Maintenance Guide”. Do not service
platinum-tipped spark plugs by cleaning or re-
gapping.● Always replace spark plugs with rec-
ommended or equivalent ones.
If replacement is required, see your NISSAN
dealer for assistance.
Iridium-tipped spark plugs (California
models only)
It is not necessary to replace iridium-tippedA
spark plugs as frequently as conventional type
spark plugs because they last much longer. Fol-
low the maintenance log shown in the “NISSAN
Service and Maintenance Guide”. Do not service
iridium-tipped spark plugs by cleaning or regap-
ping. ● Always replace spark plugs with rec-
ommended or equivalent ones.
If replacement is required, see your NISSAN
dealer for assistance. The air cleaner filter should not be cleaned and
reused. Replace it according to the maintenance
log shown in the “NISSAN Service and Mainte-
nance Guide.”
To remove the air cleaner filter:
1. Unlatch the retaining clips
A.
2. Pull up at points
Band remove.
3. Pull up and remove air cleaner housing
C.
4. Remove the air cleaner filter. Wipe the inside of the air cleaner filter housing and the cover
with a damp cloth, then replace air cleaner
filter.
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SPARK PLUGS AIR CLEANER
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CAUTION
●After wiper blade replacement, return
the wiper arm to its original position;
otherwise it may be damaged when the
hood is opened.
● Make sure the wiper blades contact the
glass; otherwise the arms may be dam-
aged from wind pressure.
If you wax the surface of the hood, be careful not
to let wax get into the washer nozzle
F. This may
cause clogging or improper windshield-washer
operation. If wax gets into the nozzle, remove it
with a needle or small pin
E. If the brakes do not operate properly, have the
brakes checked by a NISSAN dealer.
Self-adjusting brakes
Your vehicle is equipped with self-adjusting
brakes.
The front (and rear– if so equipped) disc-type
brakes self-adjust every time the brake pedal is
applied. The rear drum-type brakes (if so
equipped) self-adjust every time the parking
brake is applied.
WARNING
See a NISSAN dealer for a brake system
check if the brake pedal height does not
return to normal.
Brake pad wear indicators
The disc brake pads on your vehicle have audible
wear indicators. When a brake pad requires re-
placement, a high pitched scraping or screech-
ing sound will be heard when the vehicle is in
motion. The noise will be heard whether or not the
brake pedal is depressed. Have the brakes
checked as soon as possible if the wear indicator
sound is heard.
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BRAKES
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10 Index
A
ABS (Anti-lock Braking System) ........5-30
Air bag (See supplemental restraint
system) .....................1-37
Air bag system Front (See supplemental front impact
air bag system) ...............1-44
Side and curtain (See supplemental
side air bag and curtain side-impact
air bag system) ...............1-52
Airbagwarninglabels.............1-54
Airbagwarninglight...........1-55,2-19
Air bag warning light, supplemental . .1-55, 2-19
Air cleaner housing filter ............8-18
Air conditioner Air conditioner operation ..........4-19
Air conditioner service ...........4-27
Air conditioner specification label .....9-13
Air conditioner system refrigerant and
oil recommendations .............9-7
Air conditioner system refrigerant
recommendations ..............9-7
Heater and air conditioner (automatic)
(if so equipped) ...............4-24
Heater and air conditioner controls ....4-25
Servicing air conditioner ..........4-27
Airflowcharts..................4-20
Alarm system
(See vehicle security system) .........2-23
Anchor point locations .............1-22
Antenna .....................4-65 Antifreeze
....................5-34
Anti-lock Braking System (ABS) ........5-30
Apps .......................4-65
APPS button ...................4-7
Armrests .....................1-5
Audible reminders ...............2-22
Audio system ..................4-27
AMradioreception.............4-28
Bluetooth®audio..............4-62
Bluetooth® streaming audio ........4-62
Compact disc (CD) player . .4-39, 4-44, 4-51
FM/AM radio with compact disc (CD)
player ....................4-36
FM/AM/SAT radio with compact disc (CD)
player.................4-41,4-46
FMradioreception..........4-28,4-37
iPod® Player .............4-56,4-59
iPod® player operation .......4-56,4-59
Radio ....................4-27
Steering wheel audio control switch . . .4-64
USB interface ............4-52,4-54
USB (Universal Serial Bus) Connection
Port..................4-52,4-54
Autolight switch .................2-28
Automatic Automatic power window switch .....2-42
Automatic transmission position indicator
light .....................2-19
Automatic anti-glare inside mirror .......3-30
Automatic door locks ..............3-6
AUXjack.................4-37,4-52 B
Back button ....................4-7
Battery ..................5-34, 8-14
Charge warning light ............2-16
Battery replacement Keyfob................8-25,8-26
NISSAN Intelligent Key® ..........8-27
Before starting the engine ...........5-14
Belt (See drive belt) ..............8-17
Block heater Engine ....................5-35
Bluetooth® audio ................4-62
Bluetooth® Hands-Free Phone System with
Navigation System ...............4-93
Bluetooth® Hands-Free Phone System without
Navigation System ............4-67,4-82
Bluetooth® streaming audio with Navigation
System .....................4-62
Boosterseats..................1-34
Brake Anti-lock Braking System (ABS) ......5-30
Brake assist (for Intelligent cruise control
system) ...................5-31
Brake fluid ..................8-13
Brakelight(Seestoplight).........8-33
Brake system ................5-30
Brakewarninglight.............2-15
B
rakewearindicators........2-22,8-21
Parking brake operation ..........5-22
Self-adjusting brakes ............8-21
Brake fluid ....................8-13

Outside mirror control............3-31
Outside mirrors ...............3-31
Rearview ...................3-30
Vanity mirror .................3-29
Mirrors ......................3-30
Mobileapps ...................4-65
Moonroof .................2-43,2-43
N
NissanConnect
SM................4-65
NISSAN Intelligent Key® .........3-2,3-10
NISSAN Vehicle Immobilizer
System ...............2-24,5-10,5-13
NISSAN voice recognition system ......4-101
O
Octanerating(Seefueloctanerating)......9-5
Odometer .....................2-4
Oil Capacities and recommended
fuel/lubricants .................9-2
Changing engine oil .............8-11
Changing engine oil filter ..........8-12
Checking engine oil level ..........8-10
Engine oil ...................8-10
Engine oil and oil filter recommendation . . .9-6
Engine oil viscosity ..............9-6
Oneshotcall............4-71,4-85,4-95
Outside mirror control ..............3-31
Outside mirrors .................3-31
Overheat Ifyourvehicleoverheats...........6-10 Owner’s manual order form
...........9-22
Owner’s manual/service manual order
information ....................9-22
P
Parking Parking brake operation ...........5-22
Parking/parking on hills ...........5-28
Power Power door locks ...............3-5
Power outlet .................2-33
Power rear windows .............2-42
Power steering system ...........5-29
Rear power windows ............2-42
Power outlet ...................2-33
Power steering ..................5-29
Precautions Maintenance precautions ...........8-5
Precautions on booster
seats...........1-18,1-24,1-30,1-34
Precautions on child
restraints .........1-18,1-24,1-30,1-34
Precautions on seat belt usage ........1-9
Precautions on supplemental restraint
system ....................1-37
Precautions when starting and driving ....5-2
Programmablefeatures ..........4-7,4-37
Push starting ...................6-10
R
Radio Car phone or CB radio ...........4-66 FM/AM radio with compact disc (CD)
player
.....................4-36
FM/AM/SAT radio with compact disc (CD)
player .................4-41,4-46
Steering wheel audio control switch . . . .4-64
Readiness for inspection maintenance (I/M)
test ........................9-21
Rear power windows ..............2-42
Rearseat......................1-4
Rearview mirror .................3-30
RearView Monitor .........4-10,4-11,4-14
Rear window defroster switch .........2-27
Recorders Eventdata..................9-21
Refrigerant recommendation ...........9-7
Registering a vehicle in another country ....9-11
Remote keyless entry system ...........3-7
Reporting safety defects (US only) .......9-20
S
Safety Child
safety rear door lock ..........3-6
Child seat belts .....1-18,1-24,1-30,1-34
Reporting safety defects (US only) .....9-20
Seat adjustment Front manual seat adjustment ........1-3
Rear seat adjustment .............1-4
Seatbackpockets................2-36
Seat belt Child safety ..................1-16
Infants and small children ..........1-17
Injured Person ................1-12
Largerchildren................1-17
Precautions on seat belt usage ........1-9
10-5