2016 NISSAN MICRA engine oil

9 Technical and consumer information
Recommended fluids/lubricants and capacities.......9-2
Fuel recommendation ...........................9-4
Engine oil and oil filter recommendations ..........9-6
Air conditioner system (if so equipped)
refrigerant and oil recommendations ..............9-7
Specifications .....................................9-8
Engine ........................................9-8
Wheels and tires ...............................9-9
Dimensions and weights ........................9-9
When traveling or registering in another country ......9-10
Vehicle identification .............................. 9-10
Vehicle identification number (VIN) plate .........9-10
Vehicle identification number
(chassis number) .............................. 9-10
Engine serial number ........................... 9-11
C.M.V.S.S. certification label ....................9-11
Emission control information label ...............9-11Tire and loading information label
................9-12
Air conditioner specification label
(if so equipped) ............................... 9-12
Installing front license plate (if so equipped) .........9-12
Vehicle loading information ........................9-13
Terms ........................................ 9-13
Determining vehicle load capacity . . .............9-13
Loading tips .................................. 9-15
Measurement of weights .......................9-16
Towing a trailer ................................... 9-16
Flat towing .................................... 9-16
Uniform tire quality grading ........................9-17
Emission control system warranty ..................9-18
Reporting safety defects .......................... 9-18
Readiness for inspection/maintenance (I/M) test .....9-19
Event Data Recorders (EDR) .......................9-19
Owner’s Manual/Service Manual order information . . . 9-20

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.
Fluid typeCapacity (Approximate)Recommended Fluids and Lubricants
US measure Imp measure Liter
Fuel 10-7/8 gal 9 gal 41.0 LFor additional information, refer to “Fuel recommendation” in this
section of the manual.
Engine oil
Drain and refill With oil filter
change 3-3/4 qt 3-1/8 qt 3.5 L • Genuine NISSAN engine oil or equivalent
• Engine oil with API Certification Mark, SAE 5W-30 Viscosity
• As an alternative to this recommended oil, SAE 5W-30 or
SAE 10W-30 conventional petroleum based oils may be used
and meet all specifications and requirements necessary to
maintain the NISSAN New Vehicle Limited Warranty.
• For additional information, refer to “Engine oil and oil filter rec-
ommendations” in this section of the manual.
• For additional information, refer to “Engine oil” in the “Mainte-
nance and do-it-yourself ” section in this manual.
Without oil filter
change 3-3/8 qt 2-7/8 qt 3.2 L
Engine Coolant A/T Model
With reservoir 1-3/4 gal 1-1/2 gal 6.6 L • Pre-diluted Genuine NISSAN Long Life Anti-freeze/ Coolant
(blue) or equivalent
M/T Model 1-3/4 gal 1-1/2 gal 6.7 L
Manual transmission gear oil ———• Genuine NISSAN Manual Transmission Fluid (MTF) HQ Multi
75W-85 or equivalent
• If Genuine NISSAN Manual Transmission Fluid (MTF) HQ
Multi is not available, API GL-4, Viscosity SAE 75W-85 may be
used as a temporary replacement. However, use Genuine
NISSAN Manual Transmission Fluid (MTF) HQ Multi as soon as
it is available.
RECOMMENDED FLUIDS/
LUBRICANTS AND CAPACITIES
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damage. If any of the above symptoms are en-
countered, have your vehicle checked at a
NISSAN dealer.
However, now and then you may notice
light spark knock for a short time while
accelerating or driving up hills. This is not a
cause for concern, because you get the
greatest fuel benefit when there is light
spark knock for a short time under heavy
engine load.
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.
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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
Warranty.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 “NISSAN Ser-
vice and Maintenance Guide” for the mainte-
nance schedule.
AIR CONDITIONER SYSTEM (if so
equipped) REFRIGERANT AND OIL
RECOMMENDATIONS
The air conditioner system in your NISSAN
vehicle must be charged with the refriger-
ant HFC-134a (R-134a) and the oil, NISSAN
A/C system oil Type R 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 the trained
technicians and 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
ABS (Anti-lock Braking System) ........5-21
Air bag (See supplemental restraint system). .1-39
Air bag system Front (See supplemental front impact air bag
system) ...................1-46
Side and curtain (See supplemental
side air bag and curtain side-impact air bag
system) ...................1-53
Airbagwarninglabels.............1-55
Airbagwarninglight...........1-56,2-10
Air bag warning light, supplemental . .1-56, 2-10
Air cleaner housing filter ............8-17
Air conditioner Air conditioner operation ......4-12,4-20
Air conditioner service ...........4-25
Air conditioner specification label .....9-12
Air conditioner system refrigerant and oil
recommendations ..............9-7
Air conditioner system refrigerant
recommendations ..............9-7
Filter .....................8-17
Heater and air conditioner controls. .4-9, 4-17
Servicing air conditioner ..........4-25
Airflowcharts..............4-13,4-21
Alarm system
(See vehicle security system) .........2-13
Anchor point locations .............1-23
Antenna .....................4-47
Anti-lock brake warning light ..........2-8
Anti-lock Braking System (ABS) ........5-21Audible reminders
...............2-13
Audio system ..................4-25
AMradioreception.............4-26
Compact disc (CD) player .....4-36,4-40
FM-AM radio with compact disc (CD)
player ....................4-33
FM/AM/SAT radio with compact disc (CD)
player ....................4-37
FMradioreception.............4-25
iPod® Player ................4-44
iPod® player operation ...........4-44
Radio ....................4-25
Steering wheel audio control switch . . .4-46
USB interface ................4-42
USB (Universal Serial Bus) Connection
Port .....................4-42
Automatic Automatic power window switch .....2-28
Automatic transmission fluid (ATF) ....8-11
Automatic transmission position indicator
light .....................2-10
Driving with automatic transmission .....5-8
Transmission shift lever lock release ....5-11
Automatic door locks ..............3-5
AUXjack.................4-37,4-41
B
Battery ..................5-25,8-13
Chargewarninglight.............2-8
Battery replacement Keyfob................8-22,8-23 Before starting the engine
............5-7
Belt (See drive belt) ..............8-15
Block heater Engine ....................5-26
Bluetooth® hands-free phone system ....4-48
Boosterseats..................1-36
Brake Anti-lock Braking System (ABS) ......5-21
Brake assist (for Intelligent cruise control
system) ...................5-22
Brake fluid ..................8-12
Brakelight(Seestoplight).........8-28
Brake system ................5-21
Brakewarninglight..............2-8
Brakewearindicators........2-13,8-19
Parking brake operation ..........5-14
Self-adjusting brakes ............8-19
Brake fluid ....................8-12
Brakes ......................8-19
Brake system ..................5-21
Break-inschedule ...............5-16
Brightness control Instrument panel ..............2-20
Bulb check/instrument panel ..........2-8
Bulbreplacement................8-28
C
Capacities and recommended
fuel/lubricants ...................9-2
Cargo (See vehicle loading information) . . .9-13
Car phone or CB radio .............4-48

CD care and cleaning..............4-46
CD player (See audio system) ......4-36,4-40
Child restraints .......1-17,1-17,1-19,1-21
LATCH (Lower Anchors and Tethers for
CHildren) System ..............1-21
Precautions on child
restraints.........1-19,1-25,1-31,1-36
Top tether strap anchor point locations . .1-23
Child safety rear door lock ............3-5
Chimes, audible reminders ...........2-13
Cleaningexteriorandinterior........7-2,7-4
Clock setting
(models without Navigation System) . .4-35, 4-38
Clutch Clutch fluid ..................8-12
C.M.V.S.S. certification label ..........9-11
Cold weather driving ...............5-25
Compact disc (CD) player ........4-36,4-40
Controls Audiocontrols(steeringwheel).......4-46
Heater and air conditioner controls . .4-9, 4-17
Coolant Capacities and recommended
fuel/lubricants .................9-2
Changing engine coolant ...........8-8
Checking engine coolant level ........8-8
Corrosionprotection ...............7-5
Cruisecontrol..................5-15
Cupholders................2-23,2-24
Curtain side-impact air bag system
(See supplemental side air bag and curtain
side-impact air bag system) ...........1-53 D
Daytime light system ...............2-19
Defroster switch Rear window and outside mirror defroster
switch.....................2-17
Dimensionsandweights.............9-9
Dimmer switch for instrument panel ......2-20
Door locks .....................3-3
Door open warning light .............2-8
Doors ........................3-3
Drive belt .....................8-15
Driving Cold weather driving .............5-25
Driving with automatic transmission .....5-8
Driving with manual transmission ......5-13
Precautions when starting and driving ....5-2
Driving the vehicle .................5-8
E
Economy - fuel ..................5-18
Emission control information label .......9-11
Emission control system warranty .......9-18
Engine Before starting the engine ..........5-7
Block heater .................5-26
Capacities and recommended
fuel/lubricants .................9-2
Changingenginecoolant...........8-8
Changingengineoil.............8-10
Changing engine oil filter ..........8-11
Checking engine coolant level ........8-8
Checking engine oil level ...........8-9 Engine compartment check locations
....8-6
Engine cooling system ............8-7
Engineoil ...................8-9
Engine oil and oil filter recommendation . . .9-6
Engine oil pressure warning light .......2-8
Engine oil viscosity ..............9-7
Engine serial number ............9-11
Engine specifications .............9-8
Starting the engine ..............5-7
Event Data recorders ..............9-19
Exhaust gas (Carbon monoxide) .........5-2
Explanation of maintenance items ........8-2
Extended storage switch ............
8-22
F
Flashers (See hazard warning flasher switch) . .6-2
Flat tire .......................6-2
Floor mat positioning aid .............7-5
Fluid Automatic transmission fluid (ATF) .....8-11
Brake fluid ..................8-12
Capacities and recommended
fuel/lubricants.................9-2
Clutch fluid ..................8-12
Enginecoolant.................8-7
Engineoil ...................8-9
Front air bag system
(See supplemental restraint system) ......1-46
Frontseats.....................1-2
Fuel Capacities and recommended
fuel/lubricants.................9-2
Fuel economy ................5-18
Fuel-filler cap .................3-10
10-2

LockChild safety rear door lock ..........3-5
Door locks ...................3-3
Power door locks ...............3-4
Lowfuelwarninglight...............2-9
Low windshield-washer fluid warning light . . .2-9
Luggage (See vehicle loading information) . .9-13
M
Maintenance Generalmaintenance.............8-2
Insidethevehicle...............8-3
Maintenanceprecautions...........8-5
Outsidethevehicle..............8-2
Seat belt maintenance ............1-16
Under the hood and vehicle .........8-4
Maintenance requirements ............8-2
Malfunctionindicatorlight............2-11
Manual front seat adjustment ...........1-3
Manual windows .................2-28
Map pocket ....................2-22
Meters and gauges ................2-3
Instrument brightness control ........2-20
Mirror Outside mirror control ............3-15
Outside mirrors ............3-14,3-15
Rearview ...................3-14
Vanity mirror .................3-13
Mirrors ......................3-14
N
NISSAN Vehicle Immobilizer System . . .2-13, 5-7 O
Octane rating (See fuel octane rating) ......9-5
Odometer .....................2-4
Oil Capacities and recommended
fuel/lubricants .................9-2
Changingengineoil.............8-10
Changing engine oil filter ..........8-11
Checking engine oil level ...........8-9
Engineoil ...................8-9
Engine oil and oil filter recommendation . . .9-6
Engine oil viscosity ..............9-7
Oneshotcall...................4-51
Outside mirror control ..............3-15
Outside mirrors ..............3-14,3-15
Overdrive switch .................5-12
Overheat If your vehicle overheats ...........6-12
Owner’s manual order form ...........9-20
Owner’s manual/service manual order
information ....................9-20
P
Parking Parking brake operation ...........5-14
Parking/parking on hills ...........5-19
Phone, Bluetooth® hands-free system .....4-48
Power Power door locks ...............3-4
Power outlet .................2-21
Power rear windows .............2-27
Power steering system ...........5-20 Power windows
...............2-26
Rear power windows ............2-27
Poweroutlet...................2-21
Power steering ..................5-20
Precautions Maintenance precautions ...........8-5
Precautions on booster
seats...........1-19,1-25,1-31,1-36
Precautions on child
restraints .........1-19,1-25,1-31,1-36
Precautionsonseatbeltusage.......1-10
Precautions on supplemental restraint
system ....................1-39
Precautions when starting and driving ....5-2
Push starting ...................6-12
R
Radio C

arphoneorCBradio ...........4-48
FM-AM radio with compact disc (CD)
player.....................4-33
FM/AM/SAT radio with compact disc (CD)
player.....................4-37
Steering wheel audio control switch ....4-46
Readiness for inspection maintenance (I/M)
test........................9-19
Rear hatch .....................3-9
Rear power windows ..............2-27
Rearseat......................1-4
Rearview mirror .................3-14
RearView Monitor .................4-2
Rear window and outside mirror defroster
switch.......................2-17
Rear window wiper and washer switches . . .2-16
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Theft (NISSAN Vehicle Immobilizer System) ,
engine start.................2-13,5-7
Three-way catalyst ................5-2
Tilting steering wheel ..............3-12
Tire Flat tire .....................6-2
Spare tire ................6-3,8-41
Tire and Loading Information label .....9-12
Tire chains ..................8-39
Tirepressure.................8-33
Tirerotation..................8-39
Types of tires .................8-38
Uniform tire quality grading .........9-17
Wheels and tires ............8-33,9-9
Wheel/tire size .................9-9
Tirepressure...................8-33
Towing Flattowing..................9-16
Trailertowing.................9-16
Towing a trailer ..................9-16
Towingyourvehicle...............6-13
Transmission Automatic transmission fluid (ATF) .....8-11
Driving with automatic transmission .....5-8
Driving with manual transmission ......5-13
Shiftleverlockrelease............5-11
Travel (See registering a vehicle in another
country) ......................9-10
Trip computer ...................2-6
Trip odometer ...................2-4
Turnsignalswitch................2-20
U
Uniform tire quality grading ...........9-17USB interface
..................4-42
Audio file operation .............4-43
V
Vanity mirror ...................3-13
Vehicle dimensions and weights .........9-9
Vehicle dynamic control (VDC) off switch . . .2-21
Vehicle dynamic control (VDC) system .....5-23
Vehicle Dynamic Control (VDC) system ....5-23
Vehicle identification ...............9-10
Vehicle identification number (VIN) .......9-10
Vehicle identification number (VIN)
(Chassis number) ................9-10
Vehicle identification number (VIN) plate ....9-10
Vehicle immobilizer system ........2-13,5-7
Vehicle loading information ........9-13,9-13
Vehicle recovery .................6-15
Vehicle security system .............2-13
Vehicle security system (NISSAN Vehicle
Immobilizer System) , engine start .....2-13,5-7
Ventilators .....................4-8
Visors.......................3-12
Voice Prompt Interrupt ..............4-51
W
Warning Air bag warning light .........1-56,2-10
Anti-lock brake warning light .........2-8
Battery charge warning light .........2-8
Brake warning light ..............2-8
Door open warning light ...........2-8
Engine oil pressure warning light .......2-8Hazard warning flasher switch
........6-2
Low fuel warning light .............2-9
Low windshield-washer fluid warning light..2-9
Passenger air bag and status light .....1-48
Seat belt warning light ........1-12,2-10
Supplemental air bag warning light .1-56, 2-10
Vehicle security system ...........2-13
Warning/indicator lights and audible
reminders .............2-7,2-8,2-10
Warning labels (for SRS) ..........1-55
Warning/indicator lights and audible
reminders ...............2-7,2-8,2-10
Audible reminders .........2-7,2-8,2-10
Indicatorlights...........2-7,2-8,2-10
Warninglights...........2-7,2-8,2-10
Warninglights.............2-7,2-8,2-10
Washer switch Rear window wiper and washer
switches ...................2-16
Weights(Seedimensionsandweights).....9-9
Wheels and tires ..............8-33,9-9
Wheel/tire size ...................9-9
When traveling or registering in another
country ......................9-10
Windows .....................2-26
Locking passengers’ windows .......2-27
Manual windows ...............2-28
Power rear windows .............2-27
Power windows ...............2-26
Rear power windows ............2-27
Windshield-washer fluid .............8-13
Windshield wiper blades ............8-17
Wiper
Rear window wiper and washer switches. .2-16
Wiperblades.................8-17
Wiper and washer switch ............2-15
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