2018 NISSAN MAXIMA fuel filter

10 Technical and consumer information
Recommended fluids/lubricants and
capacities...................................... 10-2
Fuel recommendation ....................... 10-3
Engine oil and oil filter
recommendations .......................... 10-6
Air conditioner system refrigerant and
oil recommendations ....................... 10-7
Specifications .................................. 10-8
Engine ...................................... 10-8
Wheels and tires ............................. 10-9
Dimensions and weights ....................10-9
When traveling or registering in another
country ........................................ 10-10
Vehicle identification .......................... 10-10
Vehicle Identification Number (VIN)
plate ....................................... 10-10
Vehicle identification number
(chassis number) ........................... 10-10
Engine serial number ........................ 10-11
F.M.V.S.S./C.M.V.S.S. certification label .........10-11 Emission control information label
..........10-11
Tire and Loading Information label .........10-12
Air conditioner specification label ...........10-12
Installing front license plate ....................10-12
Vehicle loading information ...................10-13
Terms ...................................... 10-13
Vehicle load capacity ....................... 10-14
Loading tips ................................ 10-15
Measurement of weights ...................10-16
Towing a trailer ................................ 10-16
Flat towing ................................. 10-16
Uniform tire quality grading ....................10-17
Emission control system warranty .............10-18
Reporting safety defects ......................10-18
Readiness for Inspection/Maintenance (I/M)
test ............................................ 10-19
Event Data Recorders (EDR) ....................10-19
Owner’s Manual/Service Manual order
information ................................... 10-20

The following are approximate capacities. The actual refill capacities may be slightly different. When refilling, follow the procedure
described in the “Do-it-yourself ” section to determine the proper refill capacity.
Fluid typeCapacity (approximate) Recommended Fluids/Lubricants
Metric
Measure US
Measure Imperial
Measure
Fuel 68 L 18 gal 15 gal• For additional information, refer to “Fuel recommendation” in
this section.
Engine oil*1
Drain and refill
*1: For additional information, refer
to “Engine oil” in the “Do-it-yourself ”
section of this manual. With oil filter
change 4.8 L 5-1/8 qt 4-1/4 qt • Genuine “Nissan Motor Oil 0W-20 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, refer to “Engine oil and oil filter recommendation” in
this section.
Without oil
filter change 4.5 L 4-3/4 qt 4 qt
Engine coolant
with reservoir 9.2 L 2-3/8 gal 2 gal• 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 (or
equivalent) ONLY in NISSAN CVTs. Do not mix with other fluids.
Using fluids that are not equivalent 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 under NISSAN’s New
Vehicle Limited Warranty.
Power Steering Fluid (PSF) ———• Genuine NISSAN E-PSF or equivalent.
• Use of a power steering fluid other than Genuine NISSAN E-PSF
or equivalent will prevent the power steering system from oper-
ating properly.
Brake fluid reservoir 0.49 L 1/8 gal 1/8 gal• Genuine NISSAN Super Heavy Duty Brake Fluid*2 or equivalent
DOT 3
*2: Available in mainland USA through a NISSAN dealer.
Multi-purpose grease ——— • NLGI No. 2 (Lithium Soap base)
RECOMMENDED FLUIDS/
LUBRICANTS AND CAPACITIES
10-2Technical and consumer information

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 information, refer to “Recom-
mended fluids/lubricants and capacities”
in this section. 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 Standard-
ization 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 followed.
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 to select the engine oil
viscosity based on the temperatures at
which the vehicle will be operated before
the next oil change. Choosing an oil viscos-
ity 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.”
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10-6Technical and consumer information

11 Index
A
Active noise cancellation Active sound enhancement ......5-95
ActiveRideControl(ARC)..........5-89
Air bag (See supplemental restraint
system) .................... .1-43
Air bag system Front (See supplemental front impact air
bagsystem)............... .1-49
Airbagwarninglight..........1-60, 2-13
Air bag warning light,
supplemental ..............1-60, 2-13
Air cleaner ...................8-15
Air cleaner housing filter ..........8-15
Air conditioner Air conditioner operation ........4-29
Air conditioner specification label . .10-12
Air conditioner system refrigerant and oil
recommendations .........10-2,10-7
Air conditioner system refrigerant
recommendations .........10-2,10-7
Heater and air conditioner (automatic)
(if so equipped) ..............4-28
Heater and air conditioner
controls ..................4-29
Servicing air conditioner ........4-32
Alarm system
(See vehicle security system) .......2-39
Anchor point locations ...........1-26
Antenna ....................4-33
Antifreeze ...................5-93 Anti-lock brake warning light
........2-9
Anti-lock Braking System (ABS) ......5-83
Armrests.................... .1-7
Audible reminders ..............2-16
Autolightswitch ...............2-46
Automatic Automatic drive
positioner ........3-30,3-31,3-32,3-33
Automatic power window switch . . .2-62
Automatic anti-glare inside mirror ....3-28
Automatic door locks .............3-6
Automatic drive
positioner ..........3-30,3-31,3-32,3-33
Automatic Emergency Braking
(AEB) ....................2-9,5-58
B
Battery..................5-93,8-12 Charge warning light ...........2-10
Battery replacement ............8-20
Keyfob...................8-20
NISSAN Intelligent Key® .........8-21
Before starting the engine .........5-14
Belt(Seedrivebelt)..............8-14
Blind Spot Warning (BSW) ..........5-23
Booster seats .................1-39
Brake Anti-lock Braking System (ABS) ....5-83
Brakefluid.................8-10
Brakelight(Seestoplight).......8-24
Brakesystem...............5-83 Brakewarninglight............2-9
Brakewearindicators.......2-16,8-17
Parking brake operation
........5-22
Self-adjustingbrakes ..........8-17
Brakeassist..................5-84
Brakefluid...................8-10
Brakes......................8-17
Brakesystem.................5-83
Break-in schedule ..............5-78
Brightness control Instrument panel .............2-48
Bulb check/instrument panel ........2-8
Bulb replacement ..............8-24
C
Capacities and recommended fuel/
lubricants....................10-2
Cargo
(See vehicle loading information) .....10-13
Car phone or CB radio ............4-33
Check tire pressure .............2-29
C

hildrestraints.......1-19, 1-20, 1-22, 1-24 LATCH (Lower Anchors and Tethers for
CHildren)System.............1-24
Precautions on child
restraints.........1-22, 1-28, 1-35, 1-39
Top tether strap anchor point
locations................. .1-26
Child safety rear door lock ..........3-6
Chimes, audible reminders .........2-16
Cleaningexteriorandinterior .....7-2,7-4

Climatecontrolseatswitch.........2-50
C.M.V.S.S. certification label.........10-11
Coldweatherdriving.............5-93
Console box ..................2-58
Console light ..................2-67
Continuously Variable Transmission
(CVT) .......................5-16
Continuously Variable Transmission (CVT)
fluid......................8-9
Driving with Continuously Variable
Transmission (CVT) ............5-16
Transmission shif t selector lock
release....................5-20
Control panel and vehicle information
displayinteraction...............2-32
Controls Heater and air conditioner controls . .4-29
Coolant Capacities and recommended
fuel/lubricants...............10-2
Changing engine coolant .........8-5
Checking engine coolant level ......8-5
Engine coolant temperature gauge . .2-6
Corrosionprotection..............7-8
Cruisecontrol..................5-41
Cupholders ..................2-59
D
Daytime Running Light System .......2-47
Defroster switch Rear window and outside mirror
defrosterswitch..............2-45
Dimensions and weights ...........10-9
Dimmer switch for instrument panel . . .2-48 Display......................2-17
Door locks
..................3-4,3-5
Drivebelt ....................8-14
Drive Mode Selector ..............5-23
Drive positioner,
Automatic..........3-30,3-31,3-32,3-33
Drive Sport Mode Selector ..........5-22
Driving Cold weather driving ...........5-93
Driving with Continuously Variable
Transmission (CVT) ............5-16
Precautions when starting and
driving.....................5-4
Drivingthevehicle...............5-16
E
E-CALL (SOS) SWITCH .............2-54
Economy - fuel .................5-80
Emergency engine shutoff .......5-13,6-2
Emission control information label . . . .10-11
Emission control system warranty . . . .10-18
Engine Before starting the engine ........5-14
Capacities and recommended
fuel/lubricants...............10-2
Changing engine coolant .........8-5
Changing engine oil ............8-7
Changing engine oil filter .........8-8
Checking engine coolant level ......8-5
Checking engine oil level .........8-6
Engine compartment check
locations...................8-3
Engine coolant temperature gauge . .2-6
Engine cooling system ..........8-4 Engine oil
...................8-6
Engine oil and oil filter
recommendation ..........10-2,10-6
Engine oil pressure warning light . . . .2-10
Engine oil viscosity .............10-6
Engine serial number ...........10-11
Engine specifications ...........10-8
Starting the engine ............5-14
Engine Block Heater .............5-94
Engine coolant temperature gauge ....2-6
EventDatarecorders ............10-19
Exhaust gas (Carbon monoxide) .......5-4
Explanation of maintenance items .....9-2
Explanation of scheduled maintenance
items .......................9-5
Extended storage switch ..........2-55
Eyeglasscase.................2-58
F
Flashers
(Seehazardwarningflasherswitch)....6-2
Flattire......................6-3
Floormatpositioningaid...........7-6
Fluid Brakefluid..................8-10
Capacities and recommended
fuel/lubricants...............10-2
Continuously Variable Transmission (CVT)
f
luid......................8-9
Engine coolant ...............8-4
Engine oil ...................8-6
Powersteeringfluid............8-10
Windshield-washer fluid .........8-11
F.M.V.S.S. certification label ..........10-11
11-2

Foglightswitch................2-49
Foldingrearseat.................1-5
Front air bag system
(See supplemental restraint system) . . .1-49
Front and rear sonar system........5-89
Front-door pocket ..............2-56
Front power seat adjustment .........1-3
Frontseats................... .1-2
Fuel Capacities and recommended
fuel/lubricants...............10-2
Fuel economy ...............5-80
Fuel-filler cap ................3-23
Fuel-filler lid .................3-23
Fuel gauge ..................2-7
Fueloctanerating.............10-5
Fuel recommendation .......10-2,10-3
Loose fuel cap warning .........2-32
Fuelefficientdrivingtips...........5-79
Fuel-filler door .................3-23
Fuel gauge ....................2-7
Fuses .......................8-18
Fusiblelinks...................8-19
G
Garage door opener, HomeLink® Universal
Transceiver . . .2-68, 2-69, 2-70, 2-71, 2-71, 2-72
Gascap.....................3-23
Gauge Engine coolant temperature gauge . .2-6
Fuel gauge ..................2-7
Odometer ..................2-5
Speedometer ..............2-4,2-5
Tachometer .................2-6 Trip odometer
.............2-4,2-5
General maintenance .............9-2
Glovebox....................2-57
Gloveboxlock.................2-57
H
Hazard warning flasher switch ........6-2
Headlight and turn signal switch ......2-45
Headlightcontrolswitch...........2-45
Headlights ...................8-22
Headrestraints................. .1-7
Heatedseats..................2-51
Heated seat switches .............2-51
Heated steering wheel switch .......2-52
Heater Heater and air conditioner (automatic)
(if so equipped) ..............4-28
Heater and air conditioner controls . .4-29
Heater operation .............4-30
Heater and air conditioner (automatic) . .4-28
HomeLink® Universal
Transceiver . . .2-68, 2-69, 2-70, 2-71, 2-71, 2-72
Hood ...................... .3-21
Horn.......................2-50
I
Ignition Switch Push-button ignition switch .......5-10
Immobilizer system ...........2-41,5-14
Important vehicle information label . . . .10-11
In-cabinmicrofilter..............8-16
Increasing fuel economy ..........5-80Indicator
NISSAN Intelligent Key® battery discharge
indicator...................5-13
Indicator lights and audible reminders
(See warning/indicator lights and audible
reminders) .................2-8,2-14
Informationdisplay..............2-17
Inside automatic anti-glare mirror .....3-28
Instrument brightness control .......2-48
Instrument panel .............0-6,2-2
Instrument panel dimmer switch .....2-48
Integrated Dynamics-control Module. . .5-88
Intelligent Around View Monitor .......4-11
Intelligent Cruise Control (ICC) .......5-43
Intelligent Drive Alertness (I-DA) ......5-75
Intelligent Engine Brake (I-EB) ........5-88
Intelligent Forward Collision Warning
(I-FCW)......................5-65
Intelligent
Key system
Key operating range ............3-8
Key operation ................3-9
Mechanical key ...............3-3
Remote keyless entry operation ....3-13
Troubleshooting guide ..........3-16
Warning signals ..............3-16
Intelligent Trace Control (I-TC) ........5-88
Interiorlight...................2-66
Interiortrunklidrelease...........3-22
ISOFIX child restraints .............1-24
J
Jumpstarting...............6-8,8-14
11-3

NISSAN Vehicle Immobilizer
System...................2-41,5-14O
Octane rating (See fuel octane rating). . .10-5
Odometer ....................2-5
Oil Capacities and recommended
fuel/lubricants...............10-2
Changing engine oil ............8-7
Changing engine oil filter .........8-8
Checking engine oil level .........8-6
Engine oil ...................8-6
Engine oil and oil filter
recommendation ..........10-2,10-6
Engine oil viscosity .............10-6
Outsidemirrorcontrol............3-29
Outsidemirrors................3-29
Overhead sunglasses holder ........2-58
Overheat Ifyourvehicleoverheats.........6-10
Owner's manual order form ........10-20
Owner's manual/service manual order
information..................10-20
P
Parking Parking brake operation .........5-22
Parking/parkingonhills.........5-81
Parkingbrake..................5-22
Personal lights .................2-68 Power
Power door locks ..............3-5
Poweroutlet................2-54
Powerrearwindows ...........2-61
Powersteeringfluid............8-10
Power steering system .........5-82
Powerwindows..............2-60
Rearpowerwindows...........2-61
Poweroutlet..................2-54
Powersteering.................5-82
Powersteeringfluid..............8-10
Precautions Maintenance precautions .........8-2
Precautions on booster
seats............1-22, 1-28, 1-35, 1-39
Precautions on child
restraints.........1-22, 1-28, 1-35, 1-39
Precautions on seat belt usage .....1-11
Precautions on supplemental restraint
system ................... .1-43
Precautions when starting and
driving.....................5-4
Push starting ..................6-10
R
Radio Car phone or CB radio ..........4-33
Rain-sensing auto wiper system ......2-44
Readiness for inspection maintenance
(I/M) test ....................10-19
RearCrossTrafficAlert(RCTA)........5-33
Rear power sunshade ............2-65
Rearpowerwindows.............2-61
Rearseat.................... .1-5Rear sun shade
................2-65
RearViewMonitor................4-3
Rear window and outside mirror defroster
switch......................2-45
Recommended Fluids ............10-2
Recorders EventData.................10-19
Refrigerant recommendation .....10-2,10-7
Registering a vehicle in another
country .....................10-10
Remote Engine Start ..........3-18,5-15
Reporting safety defects (US only) . . . .10-18
S
Safety Child safety rear door lock ........3-6
Childseatbelts .....1-22, 1-28, 1-35, 1-39
Reporting safety defects (US only) . .10-18
Seat adjustment Front power seat adjustment .......1-3
Seatback pockets ...............2-56
Seat belt Childsafety................ .1-19
Infants and small children ........1-20
InjuredPerson............... .1-14
L
argerchildren.............. .1-20
Precautionsonseatbeltusage.....1-11
Pregnant women ..............1-14
Seat belt extenders ............1-18
Seat belt maintenance ..........1-18
Seatbelts................1-11, 7-7
Shoulder belt height adjustment . . . .1-18
Three-pointtypewithretractor.....1-14
Seat belt extenders ..............1-18
11-5

FUEL RECOMMENDATION:
NISSAN recommends the use of 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, you may
use unleaded regular gasoline with an oc-
tane rating of at least 87 AKI number (Re-
search octane number 91), but you may
notice a decrease in performance.
CAUTION
∙ Using a fuel other than that specifiedcould adversely affect the emission
control system, and may also affect
the warranty coverage.
∙ Under no circumstances should a leaded gasoline be used, because 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%
ethanol in a vehicle not specifically
designed for a fuel containing more
than 15% ethanol can adversely affect
the emission control devices and sys-
tems of the vehicle. Damage caused
by such fuel is not covered by the
NISSAN New Vehicle Limited Warranty.
∙ Do not use fuel that contains the oc- tane booster methylcyclopentadienyl
manganese tricarbonyl (MMT). Using
fuel containing MMT may adversely
affect vehicle performance and ve-
hicle emissions. Not all fuel dispens-
ers are labeled to indicate MMT con-
tent, so you may have to consult your
gasoline retailer for more details.
Note that Federal and California laws
prohibit the use of MMT in reformu-
lated gasoline. ∙ U.S. government regulations require
ethanol dispensing pumps to be iden-
tified by a small, square, orange and
black label with the common abbre-
viation or the appropriate percentage
for that region.
For additional information, refer to “Recom-
mended fluids/lubricants and capacities”
in the “Technical and consumer informa-
tion” section of this manual.
ENGINE OIL RECOMMENDATION:
• Genuine “Nissan Motor Oil 0W-20 SN”
For additional information, refer to “Engine
oil and oil filter recommendations” in the
“Technical and consumer information” sec-
tion of this manual.
COLD TIRE PRESSURE:
Refer to the Tire and Loading Information
label.
The label is typically located on the driver
side center pillar or on the driver’s door. For
additional information, refer to “Wheels and
tires” in the “Do-it-yourself ” section of this
manual.
GAS STATION INFORMATION