2016 NISSAN MAXIMA engine oil

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 engine
oil may be hot.
7. 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: 25 ft-lb (34 N·m)
8. Refill engine with recommended oil through the oil filler opening, then install the oil filler
cap securely.
For additional information on drain and refill
capacity, refer to “Recommended
fluids/lubricants and capacities” in the
“Technical and consumer information” sec-
tion of this manual. 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.
9. Start the engine. Check for leakage around the drain plug and oil filter. Correct as re-
quired.
10. Turn the engine off and wait more than 10 minutes. Check the oil level with the
dipstick. Add engine oil if necessary.
CHANGING ENGINE OIL FILTER
1. Park the vehicle on a level surface and apply
the parking brake.
2. Turn the engine off.
3. Place a large drain pan under the oil filter
B.
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4. Remove pinsAfrom the right engine pro-
tector located inside the right wheel well and
then remove protector. Remove oil filter
B
with an oil filter wrench by turning it counter-
clockwise. Then remove the oil filter by turn-
ing 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 an oil leak and en-
gine damage.
● The dipstick must be inserted in
place to prevent oil spillage from the
dipstick hole when filling the engine
with oil. 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. Start the engine and check for leakage around the oil filter. Correct as required.
9. Turn the engine off and wait more than 10 minutes. Check the oil level. Add engine
oil if necessary.
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
fluids other than as recommended is
not covered under NISSAN’s New Ve-
hicle 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.
CONTINUOUSLY VARIABLE
TRANSMISSION (CVT) FLUID
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9 Technical and consumer information
Recommended fluids/lubricants and capacities.......9-2
Fuel recommendation ...........................9-5
Engine oil and oil filter recommendations ..........9-7
Air conditioner system refrigerant and oil
recommendations ..............................9-8
Specifications .....................................9-9
Engine ........................................9-9
Wheels and tires .............................. 9-10
Dimensions and weights .......................9-10
When traveling or registering 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 ...............9-12Tire and loading information label
................9-13
Air conditioner specification label ................9-13
Installing front license plate ........................9-13
Vehicle loading information ........................9-14
Terms ........................................ 9-14
Vehicle load capacity .......................... 9-15
Loading tips .................................. 9-17
Measurement of weights .......................9-17
Towing a trailer ................................... 9-18
Flat towing .................................... 9-18
Uniform tire quality grading ........................9-18
Emission control system warranty ..................9-19
Reporting safety defects .......................... 9-20
Readiness for inspection/maintenance (I/M) test .....9-21
Event Data Recorders (EDR) (if so equipped) ........9-21
Owner’s Manual/Service Manual order information . . . 9-22

The following are approximate capacities. The actual refill capacities may be slightly different. When refilling, follow the procedure
described in the “Maintenance and do-it-yourself” section to determine the proper refill capacity.
Capacity (Approximate)Recommended Fluids and Lubricants
US measure Imp measureLiter
Fuel 18 gal15 gal68 L• For additional information, refer to “Fuel recom-
mendation” in this section of the manual.
Engine oil Drain and refill• For additional information, refer to “Engine oil”
in the “Maintenance and do-it-yourself” section
of this manual.
VQ35DE With oil filter
change 5-1/8 qt
4-1/4 qt4.8 L• Genuine NISSAN engine oil or equivalent
• Engine oil with API Certification Mark
• Viscosity SAE 0W-20
• As an alternative to this recommended oil, SAE
5W-30 conventions petroleum oils may be used
and meet all specifications and requirements
necessary to maintain the New Vehicle Limited
Warranty.
• For additional information, refer to “Changing
engine oil” and “Changing engine oil filter” in the
“Maintenance and do-it-yourself” section of this
manual.
• For additional information, refer to “Engine oil
and oil filter recommendations” in this section of
the manual.
Without oil filter
change 4-3/4 qt
4 qt4.5 L
Cooling system With reservoir2-3/8 gal 2 gal9.2 L • Pre-diluted Genuine NISSAN Long Life
Antifreeze/Coolant (blue) or equivalent
RECOMMENDED FLUIDS/
LUBRICANTS AND CAPACITIES
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ENGINE OIL AND OIL FILTER
RECOMMENDATIONS
Selecting the correct oil
It is essential to choose the correct grade, quality
and viscosity engine oil to ensure satisfactory
engine life and performance. For additional infor-
mation, refer to “Recommended fluids/lubricants
and capacities” in this section. NISSAN recom-
mends the use of an energy conserving oil in
order to improve fuel economy.
Select only engine oils that meet the American
Petroleum Institute (API) certification or Interna-
tional Lubricant Standardization and ApprovalCommittee (ILSAC) certification and SAE vis-
cosity standard. These oils have the API certifica-
tion mark on the front of the container. Oils which
do not have the specified quality label should not
be used as they could cause engine damage.Oil additives
NISSAN does not recommend the use of oil
additives. The use of an oil additive is not neces-
sary when the proper oil type is used and main-
tenance intervals are followed.
Oil which may contain foreign matter or has been
previously used should not be used.
Oil viscosity
The engine oil viscosity or thickness changes
with temperature. Because of this, it is important
to select the engine oil viscosity based on the
temperatures at which the vehicle will be oper-
ated before the next oil change. Choosing an oil
viscosity other than that recommended could
cause serious engine damage.
Selecting the correct oil filter
Your new NISSAN vehicle is equipped with a
high-quality Genuine NISSAN oil filter. When
replacing, use a Genuine NISSAN oil filter or its
equivalent for the reason described in “Change
intervals.”
Change intervals
The oil and oil filter change intervals for your
engine are based on the use of the specified
quality oils and filters. Using engine oil and filters
that are not of the specified quality, or exceeding
recommended oil and filter change intervals
could reduce engine life. Damage to the engine
caused by improper maintenance or use of incor-
rect oil and filter quality and/or viscosity is not
covered by the NISSAN new vehicle limited war-
ranty.
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Your engine was filled with a high-quality engine
oil when it was built. You do not have to change
the oil before the first recommended change
interval. Oil and filter change intervals depend
upon how you use your vehicle.
Operation under the following conditions may
require more frequent oil and filter changes:● repeated short distance driving at cold out-
side temperatures
● driving in dusty conditions
● extensive idling
● towing a trailer
● stop and go commuting
For additional information, refer to the “NISSAN
Service and Maintenance Guide” for the mainte-
nance schedule.
AIR CONDITIONER SYSTEM
REFRIGERANT AND OIL
RECOMMENDATIONS
The air conditioner system in your NISSAN
vehicle must be charged with the refriger-
ant HFC-134a (R-134a) and NISSAN A/C
system oil ND-OIL8 or the exact equiva-
lents.
CAUTION
The use of any other refrigerant or oil will
cause severe damage to the air condition-
ing system and will require the replace-
ment of all air conditioner system
components.
The refrigerant HFC-134a (R-134a) in your
NISSAN vehicle does not harm the earth’s ozone
layer. Although this refrigerant does not affect the
earth’s atmosphere, certain government regula-
tions require the recovery and recycling of any
refrigerant during automotive air conditioner sys-
tem service. A NISSAN dealer has trained tech-
nicians and the equipment needed to recover
and recycle your air conditioner system refriger-
ant.
Contact a NISSAN dealer when servicing your air
conditioner system.
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10 Index
A
Air bag (See supplemental restraint
system) .....................1-40
Air bag system Front (See supplemental front impact
air bag system) ...............1-47
Airbagwarninglight...........1-57,2-11
Air bag warning light, supplemental . .1-57, 2-11
AirCleaner ...................8-20
Air cleaner housing filter ............8-20
Air conditioner Air conditioner service ...........4-28
Air conditioner specification label .....9-13
Air conditioner system refrigerant and
oil recommendations ..........9-2,9-8
Air conditioner system refrigerant
recommendations ............9-2,9-8
Heater and air conditioner (automatic)
(if so equipped) ...............4-25
Heater and air conditioner controls ....4-26
Servicing air conditioner ..........4-28
Alarm system
(See vehicle security system) .........2-34
Anchor point locations .............1-25
Antenna .....................4-28
Antifreeze ....................5-86
Anti-lock brake warning light ..........2-7
Anti-lock Braking System (ABS) ........5-79
Armrests .....................1-6
Around View® Monitor .............4-9
Audible reminders ...............2-14 Audio system
..................4-28
Radio ....................4-28
Autolight switch .................2-39
Automatic Automatic drive positioner . .3-30, 3-31, 3-31
Automatic power window switch .....2-53
Automatic anti-glare inside mirror .......3-28
Automatic door locks ..............3-5
Automatic drive positioner ....3-30,3-31,3-31
B
Battery ..................5-86,8-16
Chargewarninglight.............2-8
Battery replacement Keyfob ...................8-25
NISSAN Intelligent Key® ..........8-25
Before starting the engine ...........5-14
Belt (See drive belt) ..............8-18
Blind Spot Warning (BSW) warning
system ......................5-22
Block heater Engine ....................5-87
Bluetooth® Hands-Free Phone System with
NavigationSystem...............4-29
Boosterseats..................1-37
Brake Anti-lock Braking System (ABS) ......5-79
Brake assist (for Intelligent cruise control
system) ...................5-80
Brake fluid ..................8-14
Brake light (See stop light) .........8-28 Brake system
................5-78
Brakewarninglight..............2-8
Brakewearindicators........2-14,8-22
Parking brake operation ..........5-21
Self-adjusting brakes ............8-22
Brake fluid ....................8-14
Brakes ......................8-22
Brake system ..................5-78
Break-inschedule ...............5-75
Brightness control Instrument panel ..............2-41
Bulb check/instrument panel ..........2-7
Bulbreplacement................8-28
C
Capacities and recommended
fuel/lubricants .................. .9-2
Cargo

(See vehicle loading information) . . .9-14
Car phone or CB radio .............4-29
Check tire pressure ...............2-25
Child restraints .......1-18,1-19,1-21,1-23
LATCH (Lower Anchors and Tethers for
CHildren) System ..............1-23
Precautions on child
restraints ........1-21,1-27,1-33,1-37
Top tether strap anchor point locations . .1-25
Child safety rear door lock ............3-6
Chimes, audible reminders ...........2-14
Cleaning exterior and interior .......7-2,7-4
Climate control seat switch ..........2-44
C.M.V.S.S. certification label ..........9-12

Cold weather driving...............5-86
Consolebox...................2-51
Consolelight...................2-59
Continuously Variable Transmission (CVT) . . .5-15 Continuously Variable Transmission (CVT)
fluid ......................8-13
Driving with Continuously Variable
Transmission (CVT) .............5-15
Transmission shift selector lock release . .5-19
Controls Heater and air conditioner controls .....4-26
Coolant Capacities and recommended
fuel/lubricants .................9-2
Changing engine coolant ...........8-9
Checking engine coolant level ........8-9
Engine coolant temperature gauge .....2-5
Corrosionprotection ...............7-7
Cruisecontrol..................5-40
Cupholders...................2-49
D
Daytime Running Light System .........2-40
Defogger Switch .................2-38
Dimensionsandweights ............9-10
Dimmer switch for instrument panel ......2-41
Door locks .....................3-4
Doors ........................3-3
Drive belt .....................8-18
Drive Mode Selector ...............5-22
Drive positioner, Automatic ....3-30,3-31,3-31
Drive Sport Mode Selector ...........5-22
Driving Cold weather driving .............5-86 Driving with Continuously Variable
Transmission (CVT)
.............5-15
Precautions when starting and driving ....5-4
Driving the vehicle ................5-15
E
Economy - fuel ..................5-76
Emergency engine shutoff ............5-12
Emission control information label .......9-12
Emission control system warranty .......9-19
Engine Before starting the engine ..........5-14
Block heater .................5-87
Capacities and recommended
fuel/lubricants .................9-2
Changingenginecoolant...........8-9
Changingengineoil.............8-11
Changing engine oil filter ..........8-12
Checking engine coolant level ........8-9
Checking engine oil level ..........8-10
Engine compartment check locations ....8-7
Engine coolant temperature gauge .....2-5
Engine cooling system ............8-8
Engineoil...................8-10
Engine oil and oil filter
recommendation .............9-2,9-7
Engine oil pressure warning light .......2-8
Engine oil viscosity ..............9-7
Engine serial number ............9-12
Engine specifications .............9-9
Starting the engine .............5-14
Engine coolant temperature gauge .......2-5
Eventdatarecorders ..............9-21
Exhaust gas (Carbon monoxide) .........5-4Explanation of maintenance items
........8-2
Extended storage switch ............2-46
Eyeglass case ..................2-48
F
Flashers (See hazard warning flasher switch) . .6-2
Flat
tire.......................6-3
Floor mat positioning aid .............7-6
Fluid Brake fluid ..................8-14
Capacities and recommended
fuel/lubricants.................9-2
Continuously Variable Transmission (CVT)
fluid......................8-13
Enginecoolant.................8-8
Engineoil...................8-10
Power steering fluid .............8-14
Windshield-washer fluid ...........8-15
F.M.V.S.S. certification label ...........9-12
Foglightswitch .................2-42
Foldingrearseat..................1-5
Forward Emergency Braking (FEB) .......2-9
Front air bag system
(See supplemental restraint system) ......1-47
Front and rear sonar system ..........5-84
Front power seat adjustment ...........1-3
Frontseats.....................1-2
Fuel Capacities and recommended
fuel/lubricants.................9-2
Fuel economy ................5-76
Fuel-filler cap .................3-23
Fuel-filler lid .................3-23
Fuelgauge...................2-6
10-2