
JVA0014X
Model with rear spoiler
CAUTION
Do not use an automatic car wash for
model with rear spoiler. The rear spoiler
may be damaged.
WAXING
Regular waxing protects the paint surface and
helps retain new vehicle appearance. Polishing
is recommended to remove built-up wax residue
and to avoid a weathered appearance before
reapplying wax.
A NISSAN dealer can assist you in choosing the
proper product.
.Wax your vehicle only after a thorough
washing. Follow the instructions supplied
with the wax.
. Do not use a wax containing any abrasives,
cutting compounds or cleaners that may
damage the vehicle finish.
Machine compound or aggressive polishing on a
base coat/clear coat paint finish may dull the
finish or leave swirl marks.
REMOVING SPOTS
Remove tar and oil spots, industrial dust,
insects, and tree sap as quickly as possible
from the paint surface to avoid lasting damage
or staining. Special cleaning products are
available at a NISSAN dealer or any automotive
accessory stores.
UNDERBODY
In areas where road salt is used in winter, the
underbody must be cleaned regularly. This will
prevent dirt and salt from building up and
causing the acceleration of corrosion on the
underbody and suspension. Before the winter
period and again in the spring, the underseal
must be checked and, if necessary, re-treated.
GLASS
Use glass cleaner to remove smoke and dust
film from the glass surfaces. It is normal for glass
to become coated with a film after the vehicle is
parked in the hot sun. Glass cleaner and a soft
cloth will easily remove this film.
CAUTION
When cleaning the inside of the win-
dows, do not use sharp-edged tools,
abrasive cleaners or chlorine-based
disinfectant cleaners. They could da-
mage the electrical conductors, radio
antenna elements or rear window
defroster elements.
Appearance and care7-3

7-6Appearance and care
.It is recommended that you use only
genuine NISSAN floor mats specifi-
cally designed for use in your vehi-
cle model and model year.
. Properly position the mats in the
floorwell using the floor mat posi-
tioning hooks. See “Floor mat in-
stallation” (P.7-6) .
. Make sure the floor mat does not
interfere with pedal operation.
. Periodically check the floor mats to
make sure they are properly in-
stalled.
. After cleaning the vehicle interior,
check the floor mats to make sure
they are properly installed.
The use of genuine NISSAN floor mats can
extend the life of your vehicle carpet and make it
easier to clean the interior. Mats should be
maintained with regular cleaning and replaced if
they become excessively worn.
SAI0050
Floor mat installation
Your vehicle is equipped with floor mat position-
ing hook(s) . The number and shape of the floor
mat positioning hook(s) for each seating position
varies depending on the vehicle.
When installing genuine NISSAN floor mats,
follow the installation instructions provided with
the floor mat and the following:
1. Position the floor mat in the floorwell so that the floor mat grommet holes are aligned with
the hook(s) .
2. Secure the grommet holes into the hook(s) and ensure that the floor mat is properly
positioned. 3. Make sure the floor mat does not interfere
with pedal operation. With the ignition in the
OFF position and the shift lever in the P
(Park) position (Continuously Variable Trans-
mission (CVT) models) or the shift lever in
the N (Neutral) position (Manual Transmis-
sion (MT) models) , fully apply and release all
pedals. The floor mat must not interfere with
pedal operation or prevent the pedal from
returning to its normal position. It is recom-
mended you see a NISSAN dealer for
details about installing the floor mats in your
vehicle.

8-2Do-it-yourself
When performing any inspection or mainte-
nance work on your vehicle, always take care
to prevent serious accidental injury to yourself or
damage to the vehicle. The following are general
precautions which should be closely observed.
WARNING
.Park the vehicle on a level surface,
apply the parking brake securely
and block the wheels to prevent
the vehicle from moving. Move the
shift lever to the P (Park) position
(CVT model) or the shift lever to the
N (Neutral) position (MT model) .
. Be sure the ignition switch is in the
OFF or LOCK position when per-
forming any parts replacement or
repairs.
. If you must work with the engine
running, keep your hands, clothing,
hair and tools away from moving
fans, belts and any other moving
parts.
. It is advisable to secure or remove
any loose clothing and remove any
jewelry, such as rings, watches, etc.
before working on your vehicle. .
Always wear eye protection when-
ever you work on your vehicle.
. If you must run the engine in an
enclosed space such as a garage, be
sure there is proper ventilation for
exhaust gases to escape.
. Never get under the vehicle while it
is supported only by a jack. If it is
necessary to work under the vehicle,
support it with safety stands.
. Keep smoking materials, flame and
sparks away from fuel tank and the
battery.
. Because the fuel lines are under
high pressure even when the engine
is off, it is recommended you visit a
NISSAN dealer for service of the
fuel filter or fuel lines.
CAUTION
.Do not work under the hood while
the engine is hot. Turn the engine
off and wait until it cools down.
. Avoid direct contact with used en-
gine oil and coolant. Improperly
disposed engine oil, and engine coolant and/or other vehicle fluids
can damage the environment. Al-
ways conform to local regulations
for disposal of vehicle fluid.
. Never leave the engine or the CVT
related component harnesses dis-
connected while the ignition switch
is in the ON position.
. Never connect or disconnect the
battery or any transistorized com-
ponent while the ignition switch is
in the ON position.
. Your vehicle is equipped with an
automatic engine cooling fan. It may
come on at any time without warn-
ing, even if the ignition key is in the
OFF position and the engine is not
running. To avoid injury, always
disconnect the negative battery
cable before working near the fan.
This “8. Do-it-yourself” section gives instruc-
tions regarding only those items which are
relatively easy for an owner to perform.
A genuine NISSAN Service Manual is also
available. (See “Owner’s manual/service manual
order information” (P.10-22) .)
You should be aware that incomplete or
MAINTENANCE PRECAUTIONS

improper servicing may result in operating
difficulties or excessive emissions, and could
affect your warranty coverage.If in doubt
about any servicing, it is recommended
you have it done by a NISSAN dealer.
JVC0747X
MR16DDT ENGINE
1. Engine oil filler cap
2. Radiator filler cap
3. Brake and clutch* fluid reservoir
4. Air cleaner
5. Window washer fluid reservoir
6. Engine drive belt location 7. Engine oil dipstick
8. Engine coolant reservoir
9. Fuse/fusible link holder
10. Battery
*: for Manual Transmission (MT) models
Do-it-yourself8-3
ENGINE COMPARTMENT CHECK
LOCATIONS

8-8Do-it-yourself
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. When checking or replacement is required, we
recommend a NISSAN dealer for servicing.FOR NISMO RS MODELS
CAUTION
.
NISSAN recommends using Genu-
ine NISSAN CVT Fluid NS-2 (or
equivalent) 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 by
the NISSAN’s New Vehicle Limited
Warranty.
. Using fluids that are not equivalent
to Genuine NISSAN CVT Fluid NS-2
may also damage the CVT. Damage
caused by the use of fluids other
than as recommended is not cov-
ered by the NISSAN’s New Vehicle
Limited Warranty.
EXCEPT FOR NISMO RS MODELS
CAUTION
.NISSAN recommends using Genu-
ine NISSAN CVT Fluid NS-3 (or
equivalent) 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 by
the NISSAN’s New Vehicle 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 recommended is not cov-
ered by the NISSAN’s New Vehicle
Limited Warranty.
CONTINUOUSLY VARIABLE
TRANSMISSION (CVT) FLUID

JVM0505X
1. Map light
2. Front fog light (if so equipped)
3. Headlight (high-beam/low-beam)
4. Front parking light
5. Front turn signal light/Front side marker light
6. Side turn signal light
7. Daytime running light (NISMO models)
8. High-mounted stop light
9. Reverse light
10. Rear turn signal light
11. Stop/tail light
12. License plate light
13. Cargo light
14. Tail light (LED)
HEADLIGHTS
Fog may temporarily form inside the lens of the
exterior lights in the rain or in a car wash. A
temperature difference between the inside and
the outside of the lens causes the fog. This is
not a malfunction. If large drops of water collect
inside the lens, it is recommended you visit a
NISSAN dealer for servicing.
Do-it-yourself8-23
LIGHTS

8-24Do-it-yourself
Replacing
Xenon headlight model:
If replacement is required, it is recommended
you visit a NISSAN dealer for this service.
WARNING
HIGH VOLTAGE
When xenon headlights are on, they
produce a high voltage. To prevent an
electric shock, never attempt to modify
or disassemble. It is recommended to
have your xenon headlights replaced at
a NISSAN dealer. For additional infor-
mation, see “Headlight and turn signal
switch” (P.2-39) .
Halogen headlight model:
The headlight is a semi-sealed beam type which
uses a replaceable headlight (halogen) bulb.
CAUTION
. Do not leave the bulb out of the
headlight reflector for a long period
of time. Dust, moisture, smoke, etc.
entering the headlight body may affect bulb performance.
. 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.
. Only touch the base when handling
the bulb. Never touch the glass
envelope. Touching the glass envel-
ope could significantly affect bulb
life and/or headlight performance.
. Aiming is not necessary after repla-
cing the bulb. When aiming adjust-
ment is necessary, it is
recommended you visit a NISSAN
dealer for this service.
Use the same number and wattage as originally
installed as shown in the chart.
JVM0488X

8-26Do-it-yourself
EXTERIOR AND INTERIOR LIGHTS
ItemWattage (W)Bulb No.
Headlight high/low beams (Xenon)* 60/35HB3/D2S
Headlight high/low beams (Halogen) 60/55HB3/H11
Front turn signal light* 21WY21W
Front parking light* LED-
Front side marker light* 5W5W
Front fog light (if so equipped)* 55H11
Side turn signal light* LED-
Daytime running light (for NISMO models)* LED-
Rear combination light*
turn signal light 21WY21W
stop/tail light 21/5W21/5W
tail light (LED) LED—
back-up 16W16W
License plate light* 5W5W
Map light 5—
High-mounted stop light* LED—
Cargo light 5—
Glove box light* 1.4—
*: It is recommended you visit a NISSAN dealer for replacement.
NOTE: Always check with the Parts Department at a NISSAN dealer for the latest information about parts.