MAINTENANCE OPERATION
Perform at number of miles,
kilometers or months,
whichever comes first.Miles × 1,000
(km × 1,000) Months MAINTENANCE INTERVAL
65
(104) 78 70
(112) 84 75
(120) 90 80
(128) 96 85
(136) 102 90
(144) 108 95
(152) 114 100
(160) 120 105
(168) 126 110
(176) 132 115
(184) 138 120
(192) 144
Drive belts See NOTE (1)I*I*I*I* I* I*
Air cleaner filter See NOTE (2) RR
EVAP vapor lines I*I* I*
Fuel lines I*I* I*
Fuel filter See NOTE (3)
Engine coolant* See NOTE (4)(5)
Engine oil R R R R R R R R R R R R
Engine oil filter R R R R R R R R R R R R
Spark plugs See NOTE (6) Replace every 105,000 miles (168,000 km)
Intake and exhaust valve
clearance* See NOTE (7)
NOTE:
(1) After 40,000 miles (64,000 km) or 48
months, inspect every 10,000 miles
(16,000 km) or 12 months. Replace the
drive belts if found damaged.
(2) If operating mainly in dusty condi-
tions, more frequent maintenance may
be required.
(3) Periodic maintenance is not re-
quired.
(4) First replacement interval is 105,000 miles (168,000 km) or 84 months. After
first replacement, replace every 75,000
miles (120,000 km) or 60 months.
(5) Use only Genuine NISSAN Long Life
Antifreeze/Coolant (blue) or equivalent
with proper mixture ratio of 50% anti-
freeze and 50% demineralized or dis-
tilled water. Mixing any other type of
coolant or the use of non-distilled water
may reduce the life expectancy of the
factory fill coolant.
(6) Replace spark plug when the plug
gap exceeds 0.055 in (1.4 mm) even if
within specified replacement mileage.
(7) Periodic maintenance is not re-
quired. However, if valve noise in-
creases, inspect valve clearance.
*: Maintenance items and intervals with
“*” are recommended by NISSAN for
reliable vehicle operation. The owner
does not need to perform such main-
tenance in order to maintain the emis-
Maintenance and schedules9-9
10 Technical and consumer information
Capacities and
recommended fluids/lubricants ...................................... 10-2Fuel information .................................................................... 10-4
Engine oil and oil filter recommendation .......... 10-7
Air conditioning system refrigerant and
lubricant recommendations ....................................... 10-8
Specifications ........................................................................\
.......... 10-9 Engine ........................................................................\
.................... 10-9
Wheels and tires ................................................................. 10-10
Dimensions ........................................................................\
....... 10-11
When traveling or registering in
another country ........................................................................\
. 10-12
Vehicle identification .............................................................. 10-12 Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) plate ....... 10-12
Vehicle identification number
(chassis number) ................................................................. 10-12
Engine serial number ....................................................... 10-13
F.M.V.S.S./C.M.V.S.S. certification label ................. 10-13
Emission control information label ...................... 10-13
Tire and Loading Information label ..................... 10-14
Air conditioner specification label ......................... 10-14
Installing front license plate ............................................. 10-15 Except for NISMO models ............................................ 10-15
For NISMO models ............................................................. 10-17 Removing air deflectors (except for
NISMO models) ........................................................................\
.... 10-18
Vehicle loading information ............................................. 10-19
Terms ........................................................................\
................. 10-19
Vehicle load capacity .................................................. 10-20
Loading tips ........................................................................\
.. 10-21
Measurement of weights ........................................... 10-21
Towing a trailer ........................................................................\
. 10-22
Flat towing ........................................................................\
............ 10-22 Automatic transmission ............................................. 10-22
Manual transmission .................................................... 10-22
Uniform tire quality grading ........................................... 10-23 Treadwear ........................................................................\
..... 10-23
Traction AA, A, B and C .............................................. 10-23
Temperature A, B and C ............................................ 10-23
Emission control system warranty ............................ 10-24
Reporting safety defects ................................................... 10-24
Readiness for Inspection/Maintenance
(I/M) test ........................................................................\
.................. 10-25
Event Data Recorders (EDR) ............................................ 10-25
Owner’s Manual/Service Manual
order information .................................................................... 10-26
10-2Technical and consumer information
The following are approximate capacities. The actual refill capacities may be a little different. When refilling, follow the
procedure instructed in the “8. Do-it-yourself” section to determine the proper refill capacity.
Fluid typeCapacity (approximate)
Recommended Fluids/Lubricants
Metric
Measure US
Measure Imperial
Measure
Fuel 71.9 L 19 gal 15-7/8 gal Â
See “Fuel information” (P.10-4).
Engine oil
*1Drain and refill*1: For additional informa-
tion, see “Changing engine
oil and filter” (P.8-6). With oil filter change
4.9 L 5-1/8 qt 4-3/8 qt Â
Genuine “NISSAN Motor Oil Ester 5W-30 SN” is recommended.
 If the above motor oil is not available, use an equivalent motor oil that
matches the above grade and viscosity. For additional information, see
“Engine oil and oil filter recommendation” (P.10-7).
Without oil filter change
4.6 L 4-7/8 qt4qt
Engine coolant With reservoirAutomatic Transmis-
sion model
9.1 L 9-5/8 qt 8 qt Â
Pre-diluted Genuine NISSAN Long Life Antifreeze/Coolant (blue) or
equivalent
Manual Transmission
model 9.2 L 9-3/4 qt
8-1/8 qt
Reservoir 0.8 L 7/8 qt3/4 qt
Automatic Transmission fluid ——— Â
Genuine NISSAN Matic S ATF
 NISSAN recommends using Genuine NISSAN Matic S ATF ONLY in NISSAN
automatic transmissions. Do not mix with other fluids. Using fluids that
are not equivalent to Genuine NISSAN Matic S ATF may damage the
automatic transmission. Damage caused by the use of fluids other than
as recommended is not covered under the warranty.
Manual Transmission gear oil ——— Â
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.
Differential gear oil ———For AT and NISMO models:
ÂAPI GL-5 synthetic gear oil, Viscosity SAE 75W-90
Except for AT and NISMO models: ÂGenuine NISSAN Differential Oil Hypoid Super GL-5 80W-90 or equivalent
conventional (non-synthetic) oil
Power steering fluid (PSF) Refill to the proper oil level according
to the instructions in the “8. Do-it-
yourself” section. Â
Genuine NISSAN PSF or equivalent
 DEXRON
TMVI type ATF may also be used.
CAPACITIES AND RECOMMENDED
FLUIDS/LUBRICANTS
JVT0159X
API certification markAPI service symbol
ENGINE OIL AND OIL FILTER RE-
COMMENDATION
Selecting the correct oil
It is essential to choose the correct grade,
quality, and viscosity engine oil to ensure
satisfactory engine life and performance,
see “Capacities and recommended fluids/
lubricants” (P.10-2). NISSAN recommends
the use of an energy conserving oil in
order to improve fuel economy.
Select only engine oils that meet the
American Petroleum Institute (API) certifi-
cation or International Lubricant Standar-dization and Approval Committee (ILSAC)
certification and SAE viscosity standard.
These oils have the API certification 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 necessary when the proper oil type is
used and maintenance intervals are fol-
lowed.
Oil which may contain foreign matter or
has been previously used should not be
used.
Oil viscosity
The engine oil viscosity or thickness
changes with temperature. Because of
this, it is important that the engine oil
viscosity be selected based on the tem-
peratures at which the vehicle will be
operated before the next oil change.
Choosing an oil viscosity other than that
recommended could cause serious en-
gine damage.
Selecting the correct oil filter
Your new vehicle is equipped with a high-
quality genuine NISSAN oil filter. When
replacing, use the genuine 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. Oil and
filter other than the specified quality, or
oil and filter change intervals longer than
recommended could reduce engine life.
Damage to engines caused by improper
maintenance or use of incorrect oil and
filter quality and/or viscosity is not cov-
ered by the new NISSAN vehicle limited
warranties.
Your engine was filled with a high quality
engine oil when it was built. You do not
Technical and consumer information10-7
11-2
Cold weather driving .................................................. 5-33
Compact Disc (CD) player (See
audio system) ................................................................... 4-54
Compact spare tire...................................................... 8-36
Console box ....................................................................... 2-44
CoolantCapacities and
recommended fluids/lubricants................. 10-2
Changing engine coolant .................................. 8-5
Checking engine coolant level....................... 8-5
Corrosion protection ..................................................... 7-8
Cover, Cargo cover....................................................... 2-45
Cruise control ................................................................... 5-22
Cup holders........................................................................\
2-43
D
Dampers, Performance dampers...................... 5-32
Daytime running light system............................. 2-36
Defroster switch, Rear window
defroster switch ............................................................. 2-33
Dimensions ........................................................................\
10-11
Drive belts...................................................................\
.......... 8-14
Driving Cold weather driving .......................................... 5-33
Driving with automatic transmission..... 5-12
Driving with manual transmission............ 5-17
Precautions when starting
and driving..................................................................... 5-2
DVD player operation................................................. 4-55
E
Economy, Fuel.................................................................. 5-25
Elapsed time...................................................................... 2-25
Emergency tire puncture repair kit ................... 6-9
Emission control information label............... 10-13 Emission control system maintenance ......... 9-8
Emission control system warranty .............. 10-24
Engine
Before starting the engine............................... 5-11
Break-in schedule ................................................. 5-24
Capacities and
recommended fluids/lubricants................. 10-2
Changing engine coolant .................................. 8-5
Changing engine oil and filter ....................... 8-6
Checking engine coolant level....................... 8-5
Checking engine oil level.................................... 8-6
Coolant temperature gauge ........................... 2-7
Emergency engine shut off............................ 5-10
Engine block heater ............................................ 5-34
Engine compartment check locations..... 8-3
Engine cooling system ......................................... 8-4
Engine oil.....................................................................\
.... 8-6
Engine oil and oil
filter recommendation ....................................... 10-7
Engine oil replacement indicator ............. 2-23
Engine oil temperature gauge....................... 2-8
Engine oil viscosity ................................................ 10-7
Engine serial number ........................................ 10-13
Engine specifications........................................... 10-9
Engine start operation indicator................ 2-19
Engine start operation indicator
(Manual Transmission models)................... 2-20
If your vehicle overheats .................................. 6-17
Starting the engine................................................ 5-11
Event Data Recorders (EDR)............................... 10-25
Exhaust gas (carbon monoxide) .......................... 5-2
Explanation of scheduled
maintenance items ......................................................... 9-5
Extended storage fuse warning ........................ 2-22
Exterior light indicator................................................ 2-15
F
F.M.V.S.S./C.M.V.S.S. certification label ......... 10-13
Filter Air cleaner housing filter .................................. 8-15
Changing engine oil and filter ....................... 8-6
Flashers (See hazard warning
flasher switch)..................................................................... 6-2
Flat tire........................................................................\
.............. 6-3 Repairing flat tire (with emergency tire
puncture repair kit) ................................................. 6-9
Flat towing........................................................................\
10-22
Floor mat cleaning .......................................................... 7-6
Floor mat installation.................................................... 7-7
Fluid Automatic Transmission Fluid (ATF) ......... 8-8
Brake and clutch fluid .......................................... 8-9
Brake fluid ...................................................................... 8-9
Capacities and
recommended fluids/lubricants................. 10-2
Engine coolant............................................................ 8-4
Engine oil.....................................................................\
.... 8-6
Power steering fluid ............................................... 8-8
Window washer fluid ........................................... 8-10
FM-AM radio with Compact Disc
(CD) player ........................................................................\
... 4-43
FM-AM-SAT radio with Compact Disc
(CD) player ........................................................................\
... 4-52
Fog light switch .............................................................. 2-38
Front manual seat adjustment .............................. 1-4
Front passenger air bag and status light ..... 1-38
Front power seat adjustment ................................. 1-3
Front seat, Front seat adjustment ...................... 1-3
Front-seat active head restraints ........................ 1-9
Fuel Capacities and
recommended fluids/lubricants................. 10-2
Fuel economy........................................................... 5-25
Fuel economy information (display).......... 4-9
Fuel information...................................................... 10-4
Fuel octane rating ................................................. 10-4
Fuel-filler cap............................................................. 3-35
Fuel-filler door.......................................................... 3-35
Gauge........................................................................\
......... 2-8
LOOSE FUEL CAP warning.............................. 3-37
Fuel efficient driving tips ......................................... 5-24
Fuses........................................................................\
................ 8-18
Fusible links........................................................................\
8-18
G
Garage door opener, HomeLink®
Universal Transceiver ................................................. 2-52
Gas cap........................................................................\
.......... 3-35
Gauge........................................................................\
................. 2-5 Engine coolant temperature gauge.......... 2-7
Fuel gauge ..................................................................... 2-8
Odometer........................................................................\
2-6
Speedometer ............................................................... 2-6
Tachometer................................................................... 2-7
Trip computer .......................................................... 2-23
General maintenance.................................................... 9-2
Glove box ........................................................................\
..... 2-44
H
Hands-free phone system, Bluetooth®
(models with navigation system) ..................... 4-76
Hands-free phone system, Bluetooth®
(models without navigation system) ............ 4-86
Hatch, Rear hatch .......................................................... 3-18
Hazard warning flasher switch ............................. 6-2
Head restraints/headrests......................................... 1-6 Headlights
Bulb replacement .................................................. 8-23
Headlight switch .................................................... 2-34
Xenon headlights................................................... 2-34
Heated seats ..................................................................... 2-38
Heater Engine block heater ............................................ 5-34
Heater and air conditioner operation..... 4-25
HomeLink® Universal Transceiver .................... 2-52
Hood release ...................................................................... 3-17
Horn........................................................................\
.................. 2-38
I
Ignition switch (Push-button)............................................................... 5-8
Manual transmission models........................ 5-17
Immobilizer system..................................................... 2-30
In-cabin microfilter ...................................................... 4-30
Indicator lights.................................................................. 2-15
INFO button ........................................................................\
. 4-8
Inside mirror ...................................................................... 3-39
Inspection/maintenance (I/M) test .............. 10-25
Instrument brightness control ........................... 2-37
Instrument panel .............................................................. 2-4
Instrument pocket........................................................ 2-43
Intelligent Key...................................................................... 3-3
Intelligent Key battery
discharge indicator ..................................................... 2-20
Intelligent Key removal indicator..................... 2-20
Intelligent Key system .................................................. 3-7 Battery replacement........................................... 8-20
Intelligent Key system warning light ...... 2-12
Key operating range .............................................. 3-9
Key operation ............................................................ 3-10
Warning signals........................................................ 3-12
Interior light control switch ................................. 2-50 Interior light replacement....................................... 8-24
Interior lights.................................................................... 2-50
Interior trunk lid release ........................................... 3-21
iPod® player operation............................................. 4-68
J
Jump starting .................................................................... 6-15
K
Keyless entry (See remote keyless
entry system) ..................................................................... 3-14
Keys ........................................................................\
..................... 3-3
For Intelligent Key system................................. 3-7
L
LabelsAir bag warning labels ....................................... 1-44
Air conditioner specification label........... 10-14
Emission control information label........ 10-13
Engine serial number ........................................ 10-13
F.M.V.S.S./C.M.V.S.S.
certification label .................................................. 10-13
Tire and Loading
information label..................................... 8-27, 10-14
Vehicle identification number (VIN)........ 10-12
License plate, Installing front
license plate..................................................................... 10-15
Light
Air bag warning light........................................... 1-44
Bulb replacement .................................................. 8-22
Cargo area courtesy light................................ 2-51
Cargo light .................................................................. 2-52
Fog light switch ...................................................... 2-38
Headlight switch .................................................... 2-34
11-3
FUEL INFORMATION:
VQ37VHR engine
Use unleaded premium gasoline with an
octane rating of at least 91 AKI (Anti-
Knock Index) number (Research octane
number 96).
If unleaded premium gasoline is not
available, unleaded regular gasoline with
an octane rating of at least 87 AKI
number (Research octane number 91)
may be temporarily used, but only under
the following precautions:
.Have the fuel tank filled only partially
with unleaded regular gasoline, and fill
up with unleaded premium gasoline
as soon as possible.
. Avoid full throttle driving and abrupt
acceleration.
Use unleaded premium gasoline for
maximum vehicle performance.
CAUTION
. Using a fuel other than that spe-
cified could adversely affect the
emission control systems, and
may also affect warranty cover-
age. .
Under no circumstances should a
leaded gasoline be used, since
this will damage the three way
catalyst.
. Do not use a fuel containing more
than 15% ethanol in your vehicle.
Your vehicle is not designed to
run on a fuel containing more
than 15% ethanol. Using a fuel
containing more than 15% etha-
nol in a vehicle not specifically
designed for a fuel containing
more than 15% ethanol can ad-
versely affect the emission con-
trol devices and systems of the
vehicle. Damage caused by such
fuel is not covered by the NISSAN
new vehicle limited warranty.
. U.S. government regulations re-
quire ethanol dispensing pumps
to be identified by a small,
square, orange and black label
with the common abbreviation or
the appropriate percentage for
that region.
For additional information, see “Capaci-
ties and recommended fluids/lubricants”
(P.10-2).
ENGINE OIL RECOMMENDATION:
Genuine “NISSAN Motor Oil Ester 5W-30
SN”
See “Capacities and recommended fluids/
lubricants” (P.10-2) for engine oil and oil
filter recommendation.
COLD TIRE PRESSURES:
The label is typically located on the driver
side center pillar or on the driver’s door.
For additional information, see “Wheels
and tires” (P.8-26).
NEW VEHICLE BREAK-IN PROCE-
DURES RECOMMENDATION:
During the first 1,200 miles (2,000 km) of
vehicle use, follow the recommendations
outlined in the “Break-in schedule” (P.5-
24) of this Owner’s Manual. Follow these
recommendations for the future reliability
and economy of your new vehicle.
GAS STATION INFORMATION