2016 NISSAN MAXIMA cabin filter

8 Maintenance and do-it-yourself
Maintenance requirements..........................8-2
General maintenance ..............................8-2
Explanation of general maintenance items .........8-2
Maintenance precautions ...........................8-5
Engine compartment check locations ................8-7
Engine cooling system .............................8-8
Checking engine coolant level ...................8-9
Changing engine coolant ........................8-9
Engine oil ........................................ 8-10
Checking engine oil level .......................8-10
Changing engine oil ........................... 8-11
Changing engine oil filter .......................8-12
Continuously Variable Transmission (CVT) fluid ......8-13
Power steering fluid ............................... 8-14
Brake fluid ....................................... 8-14
Windshield-washer fluid ........................... 8-15
Windshield-washer fluid reservoir ...............8-15
Battery .......................................... 8-16
Jump starting ................................. 8-17
Variable voltage control system .....................8-18
Drive belt ........................................ 8-18
Spark plugs ...................................... 8-19
Replacing spark plugs ......................... 8-19Air cleaner
....................................... 8-20
In-cabin microfilter ............................. 8-20
Windshield wiper blades .......................... 8-20
Cleaning ..................................... 8-20
Replacing .................................... 8-21
Brakes .......................................... 8-22
Fuses ........................................... 8-22
Engine compartment ........................... 8-23
Passenger compartment .......................8-24
Battery replacement .............................. 8-25
NISSAN Intelligent Key® .......................8-25
Lights ........................................... 8-27
Headlights .................................... 8-27
Front park/turn signal/side marker light ...........8-27
Fog

lights ..................................... 8-27
Exterior and interior lights .......................8-28
Wheels and tires ................................. 8-31
Tire pressure .................................. 8-31
Tire labeling ................................... 8-35
Types of tires .................................. 8-37
Tire chains .................................... 8-38
Changing wheels and tires .....................8-38

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.” When replacing the filter, wipe the
inside of the air cleaner filter housing and the
cover with a damp cloth.
To remove the air cleaner filter:● Unlatch the clips
Aand move the air
cleaner cover upward.
● Remove the air cleaner filter.
● Wipe the inside of the air cleaner filter hous-
ing and cover with a damp cloth.
WARNING
● Operating the engine with the air
cleaner removed can cause you or oth-
ers to be burned. The air cleaner not
only cleans the air, it stops the flame if
the engine backfires. If it isn’t there, and
the engine backfires, you could be
burned. Do not drive with the air cleaner
removed, and be careful when working
on the engine with the air cleaner
removed.
● Never pour fuel into the throttle body or
attempt to start the engine with the air
cleaner removed. Doing so could result
in serious injury.
IN-CABIN MICROFILTER
The in-cabin microfilter restricts the entry of air-
borne dust and pollen particles and reduces
some objectionable outside odors. The filter is
located behind the glove box. For additional in-
formation, refer to the “NISSAN Service and
Maintenance Guide” for change intervals.
If replacement is required, see a NISSAN dealer.
CLEANING
If your windshield is not clear after using the
windshield-washer or if a wiper blade chatters
when running, wax or other material may be on
the blade or windshield.
Clean the outside of the windshield with a washer
solution or a mild detergent. Your windshield is
clean if beads do not form when rinsing with clear
water.
Clean each blade by wiping it with a cloth soaked
in a washer solution or a mild detergent. Then
rinse the blades with clear water. If your wind-
shield is still not clear after cleaning the blades
and using the wiper, replace the blades.
CAUTION
Worn windshield wiper blades can dam-
age the windshield and impair driver
vision.
LDI2756
AIR CLEANER WINDSHIELD WIPER BLADES
8-20Maintenance and do-it-yourself

Fuel octane rating...............9-6
Fuel recommendation ..........9-2,9-5
Loose fuel cap warning ...........2-24
Fuel Cell Vehicle (FCV) System Tirepressure.................8-31
Fuel-filler door ..................3-23
Fuel gauge .....................2-6
Fuses.......................8-22
Fusible links ...................8-23
G
Garage door opener, HomeLink® Universal
Transceiver .........2-60,2-63,2-63,2-64
Gascap .....................3-23
Gauge Engine coolant temperature gauge .....2-5
Fuel gauge ...................2-6
Odometer ...................2-4
Speedometer .................2-4
Tachometer ..................2-5
Trip odometer .................2-4
General maintenance ...............8-2
Glovebox.....................2-50
Gloveboxlock..................2-50
H
Hazard warning flasher switch ..........6-2
Headlight and turn signal switch ........2-38
Headlightcontrolswitch ............2-38
Headlights....................8-27
Head restraints ..................1-6
Heated seats ...............2-43,2-45 Heated steering wheel
.............2-45
Heater Heater and air conditioner (automatic)
(if so equipped) ...............4-25
Heater and air conditioner controls .....4-26
Heater operation ...............4-27
Heater and air conditioner (automatic) .....4-25
HomeLink® Universal
Transceiver .........2-60,2-63,2-63,2-64
Hood .......................3-20
Horn .......................2-42
I
Ignition Switch Push-Button Ignition Switch ........5-10
Immobilizer system ............2-35,5-13
Important vehicle information label .......9-12
In-cabin microfilter ................8-20
Increasing fuel economy .............5-76
Indicator NISSAN Intelligent Key® battery discharge
indicator ...................5-13
Indicator lights and audible reminders
(See warning/indicator lights and audible
reminders) ..................2-7,2-12
Inside automatic anti-glare mirror ........3-28
Instrument brightness control ..........2-41
Instrument panel ...............0-6,2-2
Instrument panel dimmer switch ........2-41
Intelligent cruise control (ICC) system Brake assist .................5-42
Intelligent Key system Key operating range ..............3-7
Key operation .................3-8 Mechanical key
................3-3
Remote keyless entry operation.......3-11
Troubleshooting guide ............3-16
Warning signals ...............3-16
Interior light ....................2-58
Interior trunk lid release .............3-22
ISOFIX

child restraints .............1-23
J
Jump starting ................6-8,8-17
K
Key.........................3-2
Key fob battery replacement ..........8-25
Keyless entry With Intelligent Key system
(See Intelligent Key system) .........3-11
Keys NISSAN Intelligent Key® ........3-2,3-6
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Labels Air conditioner specification label .....9-13
C.M.V.S.S. certification label ........9-12
Emission control information label .....9-12
Engine serial number ............9-12
F.M.V.S.S. certification label .........9-12
Tire and Loading Information label .....9-13
Vehicle identification number (VIN) .....9-11
Vehicle identification number (VIN) plate . .9-11
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