2016 NISSAN QASHQAI Owner´s Manual

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 remove
the spark plugs. An incorrect socket can
cause damage to the spark plugs.
•Always replace spark plugs with recom-
mended or equivalent ones.
Replace spark plugs according to the maintenance
schedule shown in the separately provided War-
ranty Information & Maintenance Booklet.
If replacement is required, see a NISSAN dealer or
qualified workshop for servicing.NOTE
Some maintenance procedures require the re-
moval of the air duct.
Be sure the ignition switch is in the “OFF” or
LOCK position before working in the engine com-
partment.
SPARK PLUGS (Petrol engine
models)AIR DUCT REMOVAL
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1) Remove the clips.
2) Remove the bolt.
3) Push the top of the retaining clips together to
release the air duct.
4) Slide the air duct towards the front of the vehicle
to remove it.
Install the air duct in the reverse order of removal.
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WARNING
•Operating the engine without the air cleaner
filter, can cause you or others to be burned.
The air cleaner filter not only cleans the intake
air, it also stops flame if the engine backfires.
If the air cleaner filter is not installed and the
engine backfires, you could be burned.
•Do not drive without the air cleaner filter.
•Be careful when working on the engine with-
out the air cleaner filter.
VISCOUS PAPER TYPE
The filter elementjA should not be cleaned and
reused.Replace it according to the maintenance schedule
shown in the separately provided Warranty Informa-
tion & Maintenance Booklet. When replacing the fil-
ter, wipe the inside of the air cleaner housing and
the cover with a damp cloth.
DRY PAPER TYPE (where fitted)
Check the filter elementjA to see if it is dirty. If it is
dirty, shake the element to remove dust.
Clean or replace it according to the maintenance
schedule shown in the separately provided War-
ranty Information & Maintenance Booklet. When
cleaning or replacing the filter, wipe the inside of the
air cleaner housing and the cover with a damp cloth.
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AIR CLEANER FILTER
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CLEANING
If the windscreen or back door window is not clear
after using the window washer or if a wiper blade
chatters when running, wax or other material may be
on the blade or windscreen.
Clean the outside of the windscreen or back door
window with a washer solution or a mild detergent.
The windscreen or back door window is clean if
beads do not form when rinsing with clear water.
Clean the blade by wiping it with a cloth soaked in a
washer solution or a mild detergent. Then rinse the
blade with clear water. If the windscreen or back
door window is still not clear after cleaning the
blades and using the wiper, replace the blades.
CAUTION
•After wiper blade replacement, return the
wiper arm to its original position. Otherwise it
may be damaged when the bonnet is opened.
•Make sure the wiper blade contacts the glass.
Otherwise, the arm may be damaged from
wind pressure.
•Do not open the bonnet when the front wiper
is in the servicing position other wise it can
damage the paint surface of the bonnet.
FRONT WINDOW WIPER
REPLACEMENT
1. Pull up the wiper armj1.
2. Press the lock pin
j2 , then remove the wiper
blade as illustratedj3.
3. Install the new wiper blade in the reverse order
of removal.4. Return the wiper arm to its original position.
BACK DOOR WINDOW WIPER
REPLACEMENT
1. Lift the wiper armj1.
2. Hold and rotate carefully the wiper blade clock-
wise until the blade becomes free
j2.
3. Insert the new wiper blade onto the wiper arm
and snap it into place.
4. Return the wiper arm to its original position.
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WINDSCREEN WASHER NOZZLE
If you wax the surface of the engine bonnet, be care-
ful not to let wax get into the washer nozzlejA . This
may cause clogging or improper windscreen washer
operation. If wax gets into the nozzle, remove it with
a needle or small pin
jB.
PASSENGER COMPARTMENT
CAUTION
•Never use a fuse of higher or lower amperage
rating than that specified on the fuse box
cover.
•Never pull the harness or wires when discon-
necting the connector.
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FUSES
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•Be careful not to damage the connector sup-
port bracket when disconnecting the connec-
tor.
If any electrical equipment does not operate, check
for an open fuse.
The fuse box is located in the lower part of the
instrument panel at the driver’s side.
The affected circuits
j2 are shown on the inside of
the fuse box lid.
1. Make sure the ignition switch and the headlight
switch are in the “OFF” position.
2. Open the fuse box lid.
3. Locate and remove the fuse with the fuse puller
j1 (where fitted).
NOTE
The fuse puller is stored in the fuse box.
4. If the fuse is open
jA , replace it with a new fusejB.
5. Close the fuse box lid.
NOTE
If the new fuse opens again, after installing,
have the electrical system checked and re-
paired by a NISSAN dealer or qualified work-
shop.
Extended storage fuse switch
To reduce battery drain, the extended storage fuse
switchj3 comes from the factory switched off. Prior
to delivery of your vehicle, the switch is pushed in
(switched on) and should always remain on.
If any electrical equipment does not operate, re-
move the extended storage fuse switch and check
for an open fuse.
NOTE
If the extended storage fuse switch malfunctions
or if the fuse is open, it is not necessary to re-
place the switch. In this case, remove the ex-
tended storage fuse switch and replace it with a
new fuse of the same rating.
How to remove the extended storage fuse
switch:
1. To remove the extended storage fuse switch, be
sure the ignition switch is in the “OFF” or LOCK
position.
2. Be sure the headlight switch is in the “OFF”
position.
3. Remove the fuse box cover.
4. Pinch the locking tabs found on each side of the
extended storage fuse switch
j3.
5. Pull the extended storage fuse switch straight
out from the fuse box.
ENGINE COMPARTMENT
CAUTION
Never use a fuse of higher or lower amperage
rating than that specified on the fuse box cover.
If any electrical equipment does not operate, check
for an open fuse.
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1. Make sure the ignition switch and the headlight
switch are in the “OFF” position.
2. Open the bonnet. For details, see “Bonnet
release” in the “3. Pre-driving checks and
adjustments” section.
3. Remove the air duct, see “Air duct removal” ear-
lier in this section.
4. Remove the fusible link covers.
5. Locate the fuse that needs to be replaced.
6. Remove the fuse with the fuse puller (where fit-
ted). The fuse puller is located in the fuse box of
the passenger compartment.
7. If the fuse is open
jA , replace it with a new fusejB.
8. Install the fusible link covers.
9. Install the air duct in the reverse order of re-
moval.
10. Close the bonnet.
NOTE
If the new fuse opens again, after installing,
have the electrical system checked and re-
paired by a NISSAN dealer or qualified work-
shop.
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LIGHTS
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HEADLIGHTS
LED headlight (where fitted)
The LED headlight is a projector style which uses a
LED module without serviceable parts.
CAUTION
•To prevent an electric shock, never attempt to
modify or disassemble the LED headlights as-
sembly.
•If replacement is required, contact a NISSAN
dealer or qualified workshop.
Replacing the halogen headlight bulb
CAUTION
•High pressure halogen gas is sealed inside
the halogen bulb. The bulb may break if the
glass envelope is scratched or the bulb is
dropped.
•When handling the bulb, DO NOT TOUCH THE
GLASS ENVELOPE.
•Use the same number type and wattage as
originally installed.
•Aiming is usually not necessary after replac-
ing the bulb. When aiming adjustment is nec-
essary, contact a NISSAN dealer or qualified
workshop.
•Do not leave the bulb out of the headlight
reflector for a long period of time as dust,moisture or smoke may enter the headlight
body and affect the performance of the head-
light.
The headlight is a semi-sealed beam type which
uses a replaceable headlight (halogen) bulb. A bulb
can be replaced from inside the engine compart-
ment without removing the headlight assembly.
Contact a NISSAN dealer or qualified workshop, if
you need assistance for bulb replacement.
High beam bulb replacement:
1. Open the bonnet. For details, see “Bonnet
release” in the “3. Pre-driving checks and
adjustments” section.
2. Disconnect the negative (—) battery cable.
3. When the broken bulb is located in the headlight
assembly under the air duct, carefully remove the
air duct, see “Air duct removal” earlier in this
section.
4. Remove the connector from the back of the cover
assembly
j1.
5. Turn the cover assembly 1/4 of a turn in the anti
clockwise direction and remove the cover by dis-
connecting the internal connector
j2.
6. Push and turn the retaining pin to loosen it
j3.
7. Remove the headlight bulb. Do not shake or ro-
tate the bulb when removing it.
8. Install the new bulb in the reverse order of re-
moval.9. Re-install the covers internal connector on the
back of the bulb.
10. Re-install the cover by turning the cover assem-
bly 1/4 of a turn in the clockwise direction.
11. Re-install the connector on the back of the cover
assembly.
12. Where removed (step 3.), re-install the air duct,
bolt and clips in the reverse order of removal.
13. Reconnect the negative (—) battery cable and
close the bonnet.
Low beam bulb replacement:
1. Open the bonnet. For details, see “Bonnet
release” in the “3. Pre-driving checks and
adjustments” section.
2. Disconnect the negative (—) battery cable.
3. When the broken bulb is located in the headlight
assembly under the air duct, carefully remove the
air duct, see “Air duct removal” earlier in this
section.
4. Remove the connector from the back of the bulb
assembly
j4.
5. Turn the bulb assembly 1/8 of a turn in the anti
clockwise direction and remove the headlight
bulb
j5.
6. Install the new bulb in the headlight body by turn-
ing it clockwise until it is securely sealed within
the headlight body.
7. Re-install the connector on the back of the bulb
assembly.
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