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 types Capacity (Approximate) Recommended Fluids and Lubricants
US measure Imp measure Liter
Fuel 18-3/8 gal 15-7/8 gal 71.9 L• For additional information, refer to “Fuel recommendation” 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.With oil filter
change5-1/8 qt 4-1/4 qt 4.8 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 conventional pe-
troleum based oil 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 recommenda-
tions” in this section of the manual. Without oil
filter change4-3/4 qt 4.0 qt 4.5 L
Engine coolant With reservoir 2-1/4 gal 1-7/8 gal8.7 L • Pre-diluted Genuine NISSAN Long Life Antifreeze/Coolant (blue) or
equivalent.
Continuously Variable Transmission (CVT)
fluid———• Genuine NISSAN CVT Fluid NS-3.
• NISSAN recommends using Genuine NISSAN CVT Fluid NS-3 ONLY in
NISSAN CVTs. Do not mix with other fluids. Using fluids that are not equiva-
lent to Genuine NISSAN CVT Fluid NS-3 may damage the CVT. Damage
caused by the use of fluids other than as recommended is not covered un-
der the NISSAN New Vehicle Limited Warranty.
• It is recommended you visit a NISSAN dealer for service.
Differential gear oil — — —• Genuine NISSAN Differential Oil Hypoid Super GL-5 80W-90 or
equivalent.
• It is recommended you visit a NISSAN dealer for service for synthetic oil. Transfer oil — — —
RECOMMENDED FLUIDS/
LUBRICANTS AND CAPACITIES
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Fluid types Capacity (Approximate) Recommended Fluids and Lubricants
US measure Imp measure Liter
Power steering fluid — — —• Genuine NISSAN E-PSF or equivalent.
• Use of power steering fluid other than Genuine NISSAN E-PSF will pre-
vent the power steering system from operating properly.
• Refill to the proper level according to the instructions in the “Maintenance
and do-it-yourself” section of this manual.
• It is recommended you visit a NISSAN dealer for service.
Brake fluid — — —• Genuine NISSAN Super Heavy Duty Brake Fluid or equivalent DOT 3.
• Available in mainland USA through a NISSAN dealer.
• Refill to the proper level according to the instructions in the “Maintenance
and do-it-yourself” section of this manual.
• It is recommended you visit a NISSAN dealer for service.
Multi-purpose grease — — —• NLGI No. 2 (Lithium Soap base) .
• It is recommended you visit a NISSAN dealer for service.
Windshield-washer fluid 1-1/4 gal 1 gal 4.6 L• Refill to the proper level according to the instructions in the “Maintenance
and do-it-yourself” section of this manual.
• Genuine NISSAN Windshield Washer Concentrate Cleaner & Antifreeze
or equivalent.
Air conditioning system refrigerant — — —• HFC-134a (R-134a) .
• For additional information, refer to “Air conditioner system refrigerant and
oil recommendations” in this section.
• It is recommended you visit a NISSAN dealer for service.
Air conditioning system oil — — —• NISSAN A/C System Oil Type ND-OIL8 or equivalent.
• For additional information, refer to “Air conditioner system refrigerant and
oil recommendations” in this section.
• It is recommended you visit a NISSAN dealer for service.
Technical and consumer information9-3
countered, have your vehicle checked. It is rec-
ommended that you visit a NISSAN dealer for
servicing.
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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9-6Technical and consumer information
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
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 Type ND-OIL8 or the exact
equivalents.
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.
It is recommended that you visit a NISSAN dealer
when servicing your air conditioner system.
Technical and consumer information9-7
●When launching a boat, don’t allow the wa-
ter level to go over the exhaust tail pipe or
rear bumper.
●Make sure you disconnect the trailer lights
before backing the trailer into the water or
the trailer lights may burn out.
When towing a trailer, final drive gear oil
should be replaced and transmission
oil/fluid should be changed more fre-
quently. For additional information, refer to
the “Maintenance and do-it-yourself” sec-
tion of this manual.
FLAT TOWING FOR ALL–WHEEL
DRIVE VEHICLE (if so equipped)
Towing your vehicle with all four wheels on the
ground is sometimes called flat towing. This
method is sometimes used when towing a vehicle
behind a recreational vehicle, such as a motor
home.
CAUTION
●Failure to follow these guidelines can
result in severe transmission damage.
●Never flat tow your All-wheel drive
(AWD) vehicle.
●DO NOT tow your All-wheel drive (AWD)
vehicle with any wheels on the ground.
Doing so may cause serious and expen-
sive damage to the powertrain.
●For emergency towing procedures refer
to “Towing recommended by NISSAN”
in the “In case of emergency” section of
this manual.
FLAT TOWING FOR FRONT WHEEL
DRIVE VEHICLE (if so equipped)
Towing your vehicle with all four wheels on the
ground is sometimes called flat towing. This
method is sometimes used when towing a vehicle
behind a recreational vehicle, such as a motor
home.
CAUTION
●Failure to follow these guidelines can
result in severe transmission damage.
●Whenever flat towing your vehicle, al-
ways tow forward, never backward.
●Never tow your front wheel drive vehicle
with the front tires on the ground. Doing
so may cause serious and expensive
damage to the powertrain.
●DO NOT tow your front wheel drive con-
tinuously variable transmission vehicle
with all four wheels on the ground (flat
towing) . Doing so WILL DAMAGE inter-
nal transmission parts due to lack of
transmission lubrication.
●For emergency towing procedures refer
to “Towing recommended by NISSAN”
in the “In case of emergency” section of
this manual.
Continuously Variable Transmission
To tow a vehicle equipped with a continuously
variable transmission, an appropriate vehicle
dollyMUSTbe placed under the towed vehicle’s
drive wheels.Alwaysfollow the dolly manufac-
turer’s recommendations when using their prod-
uct.
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10 Index
A
Air bag (See supplemental restraint
system) .....................1-47
Air bag system
Front (See supplemental front impact
air bag system)...............1-55
Airbagwarninglabels.............1-66
Airbagwarninglight...........1-67,2-13
Air bag warning light, supplemental . .1-67, 2-13
Aircleaner....................8-19
Air cleaner housing filter............8-19
Air conditioner
Air conditioner specification label.....9-12
Air conditioner system refrigerant and
oil recommendations.............9-7
Air conditioner system refrigerant
recommendations..............9-7
Heater and air conditioner (automatic)
(if so equipped)...............4-26
Heater and air conditioner controls....4-27
Servicing air conditioner..........4-29
Alarm system
(See vehicle security system).........2-27
Anchor point locations.............1-32
Antenna.....................4-49
Antifreeze....................5-88
Anti-lock brake warning light..........2-8
Anti-lock Braking System (ABS)........5-83
Armrests .....................1-7
Around View® Monitor.............4-10
Audible reminders...............2-15Audio system..................4-29
AMradioreception.............4-30
Bluetooth®audio..............4-47
Bluetooth® streaming audio........4-47
Compact disc (CD) player.........4-41
FM/AM/SAT radio with compact disc (CD)
player ....................4-38
FMradioreception.............4-30
iPod® Player................4-45
iPod® player operation...........4-45
Radio ....................4-29
USB interface................4-42
USB (Universal Serial Bus) Connection
Port .....................4-42
Autolight switch.................2-33
Automatic
Automatic drive
positioner........3-35,3-36,3-37,3-38
Automatic power window switch.....2-51
Automatic anti-glare inside mirror.......3-33
Automatic door locks..............3-7
Automatic drive
positioner..........3-35,3-36,3-37,3-38
B
Battery..................5-88,8-16
Chargewarninglight.............2-9
Battery replacement..............8-25
Keyfob ...................8-25
NISSAN Intelligent Key®..........8-26
Before starting the engine...........5-14Belt (See drive belt)..............8-18
Blind Spot Warning (BSW) warning
system......................5-21
Block heater
Engine....................5-89
Bluetooth® audio................4-47
Bluetooth® Hands-Free Phone System
without Navigation System...........4-51
Boosterseats..................1-44
Brake
Anti-lock Braking System (ABS)......5-83
Brake fluid..................8-14
Brakelight(Seestoplight).........8-29
Brake system................5-82
Brakewarninglight..............2-9
Brakewearindicators........2-15,8-22
Parking brake operation..........5-21
Self-adjusting brakes............8-22
Brake assist...................5-84
Brake fluid....................8-14
Brakes......................8-22
Brake system..................5-82
Break-inschedule ...............5-76
Brightness control
Instrument panel..............2-35
Bulb check/instrument panel..........2-8
Bulbreplacement................8-29
C
Capacities and recommended
fuel/lubricants...................9-2
Cargo(Seevehicleloadinginformation)....9-13
Car phone or CB radio.............4-51
CD care and cleaning..............4-48
CD player (See audio system).........4-41
Check tire pressure...............2-25
Child restraints.......1-25,1-25,1-27,1-29
LATCH (Lower Anchors and Tethers for
CHildren) System..............1-29
Precautions on child
restraints.........1-27,1-34,1-40,1-44
Top tether strap anchor point locations . .1-32
Child restraint with top tether strap.......1-31
Child safety rear door lock............3-7
Chimes, audible reminders...........2-15
Cleaningexteriorandinterior........7-2,7-4
Clock setting
(models without Navigation System)......4-39
C.M.V.S.S. certification label..........9-11
Cold weather driving...............5-88
Compact disc (CD) player...........4-41
Connect phone.................4-50
Consolebox...................2-45
Continuously Variable Transmission (CVT) . . .5-16
Continuously Variable Transmission (CVT)
fluid......................8-13
Driving with Continuously Variable
Transmission (CVT).............5-16
Controls
Heater and air conditioner controls.....4-27
Coolant
Capacities and recommended
fuel/lubricants.................9-2
Changing engine coolant...........8-9
Checking engine coolant level........8-9
Engine coolant temperature gauge.....2-6
Corrosionprotection ...............7-6Cruisecontrol..................5-39
Cupholders...................2-46
D
Daytime running light system (Canada only) . .2-34
Defroster switch
Rear window and outside mirror defroster
switch.....................2-32
Dimensionsandweights.............9-9
Dimmer switch for instrument panel......2-35
Door locks.....................3-5
Doors........................3-5
Drive belt.....................8-18
Drive positioner,
Automatic..........3-35,3-36,3-37,3-38
Driving
Cold weather driving.............5-88
Driving with Continuously Variable
Transmission (CVT).............5-16
Precautions when starting and
driving...................5-2,5-9
Driving the vehicle................5-16
E
Economy - fuel..................5-78
Emergency engine shutoff.........5-13,6-2
Emission control information label.......9-11
Emission control system warranty.......9-28
Engine
Before starting the engine..........5-14
Block heater.................5-89Capacities and recommended
fuel/lubricants.................9-2
Changing engine coolant...........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.....2-6
Engine cooling system............8-8
Engineoil...................8-10
Engine oil and oil filter recommendation . . .9-6
Engine oil pressure warning light......2-10
Engine oil viscosity..............9-7
Engine serial number............9-11
Engine specifications.............9-8
Starting the engine.............5-15
Engine coolant temperature gauge.......2-6
Event Data recorders..............9-30
Exhaust gas (Carbon monoxide).........5-2
Explanation of maintenance items........8-2
Extended storage switch............2-42
F
Flashers (See hazard warning flasher switch) . .6-2
Flat tire.......................6-3
Floor mat positioning aid.............7-5
Fluid
Brake fluid..................8-14
Capacities and recommended
fuel/lubricants.................9-2
Continuously Variable Transmission (CVT)
fluid......................8-13
Enginecoolant.................8-8
10-2
Engine oil...................8-10
Power steering fluid.............8-14
Windshield-washerfluid...........8-15
F.M.V.S.S. certification label...........9-11
Foglightswitch .................2-36
Forward Emergency Braking (FEB).......2-10
Front air bag system
(See supplemental restraint system)......1-55
Front power seat adjustment...........1-4
Frontseats.....................1-2
Fuel
Capacities and recommended
fuel/lubricants.................9-2
Fuel economy................5-78
Fuel-filler door and cap...........3-28
Fuel-filler door lock opener lever......3-27
Fuel gauge...................2-6
Fuel octane rating...............9-5
Fuel recommendation.............9-4
Loose fuel cap warning...........2-25
Fuel Cell Vehicle (FCV) System
Tirepressure.................8-31
Fuel efficient driving tips.............5-77
Fuel-filler door..................3-27
Fuel gauge.....................2-6
Fuses.......................8-22
Fusible links...................8-24
G
Garage door opener, HomeLink® Universal
Transceiver.............2-56,2-58,2-59
Gascap .....................3-28
Gauge
Engine coolant temperature gauge.....2-6Fuel gauge...................2-6
Odometer...................2-5
Speedometer.................2-4
Tachometer..................2-5
Trip odometer.................2-5
General maintenance...............8-2
Glovebox.....................2-45
H
Hazard warning flasher switch..........6-2
Headlight and turn signal switch........2-32
Headlight control switch............2-32
Headlights....................8-27
Head restraints..................1-10
Heated rear seats................2-38
Heated seats...............2-37,2-40
Heated steering wheel.............2-40
Heater
Heater and air conditioner (automatic)
(if so equipped)...............4-26
Heater and air conditioner controls.....4-27
Heater operation...............4-28
Heater and air conditioner (automatic).....4-26
Hill start assist system..............5-87
HomeLink® Universal Transceiver . . .2-56, 2-58,
2-59
Hood.......................3-21
Hook
Luggage hook................2-48
Horn .......................2-36I
Ignition Switch
Push-Button Ignition Switch........5-11
Immobilizer system............2-28,5-14
Important vehicle information label
.......9-11
In-cabin microfilter................8-20
Increasing fuel economy.............5-78
Indicator
NISSAN Intelligent Key® battery discharge
indicator ...................5-13
Indicator lights and audible reminders
(See warning/indicator lights and audible
reminders)..................2-8,2-13
Inside automatic anti-glare mirror........3-33
Instrument brightness control..........2-35
Instrumentpanel...............0-6,2-2
Instrument panel dimmer switch........2-35
Intelligent cruise control (ICC) system
Brake assist.................5-41
Intelligent Key system
Key operating range..............3-8
Key operation................3-10
Mechanical key................3-3
Remote keyless entry operation.......3-12
Troubleshooting guide............3-17
Warning signals...............3-17
Interior light....................2-54
iPod®Player...................4-45
ISOFIX child restraints.............1-29
J
Jump starting................6-9,8-17
10-3