CHANGING ENGINE OIL FILTER
1. Park the vehicle on a level surface andapply the parking brake.
2. Turn the hybrid system off.
3. Place a large drain pan under the oil filter
B.
4. Remove oil filter
Bwith an oil filter
wrench by turning it counterclockwise.
Then remove the oil filter by turning it
by hand.
CAUTION
Be careful not to burn yourself. The en-
gine oil may be hot.
5. Wipe the engine oil filter sealing surface with a clean rag.
CAUTION
∙ Be sure to remove any old gasketmaterial remaining on the sealing
surface of the engine. Failure to do
so could lead to an oil leak and en-
gine damage.
∙ The dipstick must be inserted in place to prevent oil spillage from
the dipstick hole when filling the
engine with oil.
6. Coat the gasket on the new filter with clean engine oil.
7. Screw on the oil filter until a slight resis- tance is felt, then tighten an additional
2/3 turn. 8. Start the hybrid system and check for
leakage around the oil filter. Correct as
required.
9. Turn the hybrid system off and wait more than 10 minutes. Check the oil
level. Add engine oil if necessary.
LDI3085
8-10Do-it-yourself
Under some driving or climate conditions,
occasional brake squeak, squeal or other
noise may be heard. Occasional brake
noise during light to moderate stops is nor-
mal and does not affect the function or
performance of the brake system.
Proper brake inspection intervals should
be followed.For additional information re-
garding brake inspections, refer to the ap-
propriate maintenance schedule informa-
tion in the "Maintenance and schedules"
section of this manual.
If any electrical equipment does not oper-
ate, check for an open fuse.
Fuses are used in the passenger compart-
ment and engine compartment. Spare
fuses are provided and can be found in the
passenger compartment fuse box.
When installing a fuse make sure the fuse is
installed in the fuse box securely.
ENGINE COMPARTMENT
WARNING
Never use a fuse of a higher or lower
amperage rating than that specified on
the fuse box cover. This could damage
the electrical system or electronic con-
trol units or cause a fire
If any electrical equipment does not come
on, check for an open fuse.
For checking and replacing fuses, it is rec-
ommended that you visit a NISSAN dealer
for this service.
LDI2385LDI3084
FUSES
Do-it-yourself8-19
Doors and engine hood:Check that the
doors and engine hood operate properly.
Also ensure that all latches lock securely.
Lubricate hinges, latches, latch pins, rollers
and links if necessary. Make sure that the
secondary latch keeps the hood from
opening when the primary latch is re-
leased.
When driving in areas using road salt or
other corrosive materials, check lubrica-
tion frequently.
Lights*: Clean the headlights on a regular
basis. Make sure that the headlights, stop
lights, tail lights, turn signal lights, and other
lights are all operating properly and in-
stalled securely. Also check headlight aim.
Road wheel nuts (lug nuts)*: When check-
ing the tires, make sure no wheel nuts are
missing, and check for any loose wheel
nuts. Tighten if necessary.
Tire rotation*: Tires should be rotated ev-
ery 5,000 miles (8,000 km).
Tires*: Check the pressure with a gauge
of ten and always prior to long distance
trips. If necessary, adjust the pressure in all
tires, including the spare, to the pressure
specified. Check carefully for damage, cuts
or excessive wear. Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS)
transmitter components:
Replace the
TPMS transmitter grommet seal, valve core
and cap when the tires are replaced due to
wear or age.
Wheel alignment and balance:
If the ve-
hicle should pull to either side while driving
on a straight and level road, or if you detect
uneven or abnormal tire wear, there may be
a need for wheel alignment. If the steering
wheel or seat vibrates at normal highway
speeds, wheel balancing may be needed.
For additional information regarding tires,
refer to “Important Tire Safety Information”
(US) or “Tire Safety Information” (Canada) in
the Warranty Information Booklet.
Windshield: Clean the windshield on a
regular basis. Check the windshield at least
every six months for cracks or other dam-
age. Have a damaged windshield repaired
by a qualified repair facility.
Windshield wiper blades*: Check for
cracks or wear if they do not wipe properly.
Inside the vehicle
The maintenance items listed here should
be checked on a regular basis, such as
when performing scheduled maintenance,
cleaning the vehicle, etc. Accelerator pedal:
Check the pedal for
smooth operation and make sure the
pedal does not catch or require uneven
effort. Keep the floor mat away from the
pedal.
Brake pedal: Check the pedal for smooth
operation. If the brake pedal suddenly goes
down further than normal, the pedal feels
spongy or the vehicle seems to take longer
to stop, have your vehicle checked imme-
diately. It is recommended that you visit a
NISSAN dealer for this service. Keep the
floor mat away from the pedal.
Brakes: Check that the brakes do not pull
the vehicle to one side when applied.
Continuously Variable Transmission
(CVT) P (Park) position mechanism: On a
fairly steep hill check that the vehicle is held
securely with the shif t lever in the P (Park)
position without applying any brakes.
Parking brake: Check the parking brake
operation regularly. The vehicle should be
securely held on a fairly steep hill with only
the parking brake applied. If the parking
brake needs adjustment, it is recom-
mended that you visit a NISSAN dealer for
this service.
Maintenance and schedules9-3
Seats:Check seat position controls such
as seat adjusters, seatback recliner, etc., to
ensure they operate smoothly and all
latches lock securely in every position.
Check that the head restraints/headrests
move up and down smoothly and the locks
(if so equipped) hold securely in all latched
positions.
Seat belts: Check that all parts of the seat
belt system (for example, buckles, anchors,
adjusters and retractors) operate properly
and smoothly, and are installed securely.
Check the belt webbing for cuts, fraying,
wear or damage.
Steering wheel: Check for changes in the
steering system, such as excessive free
play, hard steering or strange noises.
Warning lights and chimes: Make sure all
warning lights and chimes are operating
properly.
Windshield defroster: Check that the air
comes out of the defroster outlets properly
and in sufficient quantity when operating
the heater or air conditioner.
Windshield wiper and washer*: Check
that the wipers and washer operate prop-
erly and that the wipers do not streak.Under the hood and vehicle
The maintenance items listed here should
be checked periodically (for example, each
time you check the engine oil or refuel).
12-Volt battery*: This vehicle is equipped
with a sealed maintenance free battery. It is
recommended that you visit a NISSAN
dealer for service.
NOTE:
Care should be taken to avoid situations
that can lead to potential battery dis-
charge and potential no-start conditions
such as:
1. Installation or extended use of elec-
tronic accessories that consume bat-
tery power when the hybrid system is
not running (Phone chargers, GPS,
DVD players, etc.).
2. Vehicle is not driven regularly and/or
only driven short distances.
In these cases, the battery may need to
be charged to maintain battery health.
Brake fluid level*: Make sure that the brake
fluid level is between the MAX and MIN lines
on the reservoir. Engine coolant level*:
Check the coolant
level when the engine is cold.
Inverter coolant level*: Check the coolant
level when the inverter is cold.
Engine oil level*: Check the level af ter
parking the vehicle on a level spot and
turning off the engine. Wait more than
15 minutes for the oil to drain back into the
oil pan.
Exhaust system: Make sure there are no
loose supports, cracks or holes. If the
sound of the exhaust seems unusual or
there is a smell of exhaust fumes, immedi-
ately have the exhaust system inspected. It
is recommended that you visit a NISSAN
dealer for this service. For additional infor-
mation, refer to “Exhaust gas (carbon mon-
oxide)” in the “Starting and driving” section
of this manual.
Fluid leaks: Check under the vehicle for
fuel, oil, water or other fluid leaks af ter the
vehicle has been parked for a while. Water
dripping from the air conditioner af ter use
is normal. If you should notice any leaks or if
fuel fumes are evident, check for the cause
and have it corrected immediately.
9-4Maintenance and schedules
E–15 fuel
E-15 fuel is a mixture of approximately 15%
fuel ethanol and 85% unleaded gasoline.
E-15 can only be used in vehicles designed
to run on E-15 fuel. U.S. government regula-
tions require fuel ethanol dispensing
pumps to be identified with small, square,
orange and black label with the common
abbreviation or the appropriate percent-
age for that region.
E–85 fuel
E-85 fuel is a mixture of approximately 85%
fuel ethanol and 15% unleaded gasoline.
E-85 can only be used in a Flexible Fuel
Vehicle (FFV). Do not use E-85 in your ve-
hicle. U.S. government regulations require
fuel ethanol dispensing pumps to be iden-
tified by a small, square, orange and black
label with the common abbreviation or the
appropriate percentage for that region.
Fuel containing MMT
MMT, or methylcyclopentadienyl manga-
nese tricarbonyl, is an octane boosting ad-
ditive. NISSAN does not recommend the
use of fuel containing MMT. Such fuel may
adversely affect vehicle performance, in-
cluding the emissions control system. Note
that while some fuel pumps label MMTcontent, not all do, so you may have to
consult your gasoline retailer for more de-
tails.
Af termarket fuel additives
NISSAN does not recommend the use of
any af termarket fuel additives (for ex-
ample, fuel injector cleaner, octane
booster, intake valve deposit removers,
etc.) which are sold commercially. Many of
these additives intended for gum, varnish
or deposit removal may contain active sol-
vents or similar ingredients that can be
harmful to the fuel system and engine.
Octane rating tips
Using unleaded gasoline with an octane
rating lower than recommended can
cause persistent, heavy “spark knock.”
(“Spark knock” is a metallic rapping
noise.) If severe, this can lead to engine
damage. If you detect a persistent heavy
spark knock even when using gasoline
of the stated octane rating, or if you hear
steady spark knock while holding a
steady speed on level roads, it is recom-
mended that you have a NISSAN dealer
correct the condition. Failure to correct
the condition is misuse of the vehicle, for
which NISSAN is not responsible.Incorrect ignition timing may result in
spark knock, af ter-run and/or overheating,
which may cause excessive fuel consump-
tion or engine damage. If any of the above
symptoms are encountered, have your ve-
hicle checked. It is recommended 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.
Technical and consumer information10-5
If a powertrain system component is re-
paired or the battery is disconnected, the
vehicle may be reset to a “not ready” condi-
tion. Before taking the I/M test, check the
vehicle’s inspection/maintenance test
readiness condition. Place the ignition
switch in the ON position without starting
the engine. If the Malfunction Indicator
Light (MIL) comes on steady for 20 seconds
and then blinks for 10 seconds , the I/M test
condition is “not ready”. If the MIL does not
blink af ter 20 seconds, the I/M test condi-
tion is “ready”. It is recommended that you
visit a NISSAN dealer to set the “ready con-
dition” or to prepare the vehicle for testing.This vehicle is equipped with an Event Data
Recorder (EDR). The main purpose of an
EDR is to record, in certain crash or near
crash-like situations, such as an air bag
deployment or hitting a road obstacle, data
that will assist in understanding how a ve-
hicle’s systems performed. The EDR is de-
signed to record data related to vehicle dy-
namics and safety systems for a short
period of time, typically 30 seconds or less.
The EDR in this vehicle is designed to re-
cord such data as:
∙ How various systems in your vehicle were operating;
∙ Whether or not the driver and passen- ger safety belts were buckled/fastened;
∙ How far (if at all) the driver was depress- ing the accelerator and/or brake pedal;
and,
∙ How fast the vehicle was traveling.
∙ Sounds are not recorded. These data can help provide a better un-
derstanding of the circumstances in which
crashes and injuries occur. NOTE: EDR data
are recorded by your vehicle only if a non-
trivial crash situation occurs; no data are
recorded by the EDR under normal driving
conditions and no personal data (e.g.
name, gender, age and crash location) are
recorded. However, other parties, such as
law enforcement, could combine the EDR
data with the type of personally identif ying
data routinely acquired during a crash in-
vestigation.
To read data recorded by an EDR, special
equipment is required and access to the
vehicle or the EDR is needed. In addition to
the vehicle manufacturer and NISSAN
dealer, other parties, such as law enforce-
ment, that have the special equipment, can
read the information if they have access to
the vehicle or the EDR. EDR data will only be
accessed with the consent of the vehicle
owner or lessee or as otherwise required or
permitted by law.
EVENT DATA RECORDERS (EDR)
Technical and consumer information10-21
Precautions on child
restraints .........1-23, 1-30, 1-36, 1-41
Top tether strap anchor point
locations...................1-28
Child restraint with top tether strap . . . .1-27
Child safety rear door lock ..........3-6
Chimes, audible reminders .........2-19
Cleaningexteriorandinterior......7-2,7-4
C.M.V.S.S. certification label .........10-11
Coldweatherdriving.............5 -113
Console box ..................2-57
Console light ..................2-68
Continuously Variable Transmission
(CVT) .......................5-18
Continuously Variable Transmission
(CVT) fluid ..................8-11
Driving with Continuously Variable
Transmission (CVT) ............5-18
Controls Heater and air conditioner controls . .4-31
Coolant Capacities and recommended
fuel/lubricants...............10-2
Changing engine coolant .........8-5
Checking engine coolant level ......8-5
Checking inverter coolant level .....8-7
Corrosionprotection..............7-7
Cruisecontrol.................5-54
Cupholders ..................2-58
D
Daytime Running Light System .......2-47Defroster switch
Rear window and outside mirror
defrosterswitch..............2-42
Dimensions and weights ...........10-9
Dimmer switch for instrument panel . . .2-47
Display......................2-20
Door locks ..................3-4,3-5
Drive positioner, Automatic ......3-36,3-38
Driving Cold weather driving ...........5-113
Driving with Continuously Variable
Transmission (CVT) ............5-18
Precautions when starting and
driving..................5-4,5-11
Drivingthevehicle...............5-18
Dynamic driver assistance switch
(for vehicles without ProPILOT™ Assist) . .2-51
E
ECO mode switch ...............5-24
Economy - fuel .................5-99
Efficientuseofyourvehicle........HEV-11
Emergency hybrid system shut off ....5-15
Emergency shut-off system .......HEV-4
Emission control information label . . . .10-11
Emission control system warranty . . . .10-19
Energy monitors ...............HEV-6
Engine Capacities and recommended
fuel/lubricants...............10-2
Changing engine coolant .........8-5
Changing engine oil ............8-8
Changing engine oil filter .........8-10
Checking engine coolant level ......8-5Checking engine oil level
.........8-7
Engine compartment check
locations...................8-3
Engine cooling system ..........8-4
Engine oil ...................8-7
Engine oil and oil filter
recommendation .............10-6
Engine oil viscosity .............10-6
Engine serial number ...........10-11
Engine specifications ...........10-8
EventDatarecorders.........10-21,10-22
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 .................2-57
F
Flashers
(Seehazardwarningflasherswitch)....6-2
Flattire......................6-3
Floormatpositioningaid...........7-6
Fluid Brakefluid..................8-11
Capacities and recommended
fuel/lubricants...............10-2
Continuously Variable Transmission
(CVT)
fluid..................8-11
Engine coolant ...............8-4
Engine oil ...................8-7
Invertercoolant...............8-6
Windshield-washer fluid .........8-12
F.M.V.S.S. certification label ..........10-11
11-2
Foglightswitch................2-48
Front air bag system
(See supplemental restraint system) . . .1-52
Front-door pocket..............2-56
Front power seat adjustment ........1-4
Frontseats................... .1-2
Fuel Capacities and recommended
fuel/lubricants...............10-2
Fuel economy ...............5-99
Fuel-filler door and cap ..........3-29
Fuel gauge ..................2-6
Fueloctanerating.............10-5
Fuel recommendation ..........10-3
Loose fuel cap warning .........2-34
Fuelefficientdrivingtips...........5-97
Fuel-filler door .................3-28
Fuel gauge ....................2-6
Fuses .......................8-19
Fusiblelinks...................8-20
G
Garage door opener, HomeLink® Universal
Transceiver . . .2-70, 2-71, 2-72, 2-73, 2-73, 2-74
Gascap.....................3-29
Gauge Fuel gauge ..................2-6
Odometer ..................2-5
Powermeter.................2-7
Speedometer ................2-4
Tachometer .................2-6
Trip odometer ................2-5
General maintenance .............9-2
Glovebox....................2-57 H
Hazard warning flasher switch ........6-2
Headlight and turn signal switch ......2-42
Headlightcontrolswitch...........2-42
Headlights ...................8-23
Headrestraints................. .1-7
Heatedseats..................2-49
Heated steering wheel switch .......2-50
Heater Heater and air conditioner controls . .4-31
Heater operation .............4-32
High-voltagecautions...........HEV-3
High voltage components ........HEV-12
Hill start assist system ............5-112
HomeLink® Universal
Transceiver . . .2-70, 2-71, 2-72, 2-73, 2-73, 2-74
Hood ...................... .3-21
Hook Luggage hook ...............2-60
Horn.......................2-49
Hybrid System Stops operating while driving ......6-11
Vehicle does not start ...........6-11
Hybrid vehicle characteristics ......HEV-13
Hybridvehicleprecautions........HEV-12
I
Ignition switch Push-button ignition switch .......5-13
Immobilizer system ..........2-38,5-16
Important vehicle information label . . . .10-11
In-cabinmicrofilter..............8-16 Increasing fuel economy
..........5-99
Indicator NISSAN Intelligent Key® battery discharge
indicator...................5-16
Indicator lights and audible reminders
(See warning/indicator lights and audible
reminders) ..............2-10, 2-11, 2-17
Informationdisplay..............2-20
Inside automatic anti-glare mirror .3-33, 3-35
Instrument brightness control .......2-47
Instrument panel .............0-6,2-2
Instrument panel dimmer switch .....2-47
Intelligent Around View Monitor .......4-11
Intelligent Cruise Control (ICC) .......5-56
Intelligent Engine Brake (I-EB) .......5-110
Intelligent
Key system
Key operating range ............3-8
Key operation ................3-10
Mechanical key ...............3-3
Remote keyless entry operation ....3-13
Troubleshooting guide ..........3-16
Warning signals ..............3-16
Intelligent Lane Intervention (I-LI) .....5-30
Intelligent Trace Control (I-TC) .......5-109
Interiorlight ...............2-67, 2-69
Inverter Checking inverter coolant level .....8-7
Inverter cooling system ..........8-6
ISOFIX child restraints .............1-25
J
Jumpstarting..............6-12,8-14
11-3