VQ35DE engine
1. Engine coolant reservoir
2. Drive belt location
3. Engine oil dipstick
4. Engine oil filler cap
5. Brake fluid reservoir
6. Air cleaner
7. Fuse box
8. Fuse/Fusible link box
9. Battery
10 Radiator cap
11. Power steering fluid reservoir
12. Windshield-washer fluid reservoir
LDI3345
ENGINE COMPARTMENT CHECK
LOCATIONS
Do-it-yourself8-3
Check the fluid level in the reservoir.
The fluid level should be checked when the
fluid is cold at fluid temperatures of 32 to
86ºF (0 to 30ºC). The fluid level can be
checked with the level gauge which is at-
tached to the cap. To check the fluid level,
remove the cap. The fluid level should be
between the MAX
Aand MINBlines.
If the fluid is below the MIN
Bline, add
Genuine NISSAN E-PSF or equivalent. Re-
move the cap and fill through the opening.
WARNING
Power steering fluid is poisonous and
should be stored carefully in marked
containers out of the reach of children.
CAUTION
∙ DO NOT OVERFILL.
∙ Use of a power steering fluid other than Genuine NISSAN E-PSF or
equivalent will prevent the power
steering system from operating
properly.
WARNING
∙ Use only new fluid from a sealed con-tainer. Old, inferior or contaminated
fluid may damage the brake system.
The use of improper fluids can dam-
age the brake system and affect the
vehicle’s stopping ability.
∙ Clean the filler cap before removing.
∙ Brake fluid is poisonous and should be stored carefully in marked contain-
ers out of reach of children.
LDI2767LDI2769
POWER STEERING FLUID (PSF) BRAKE FLUID
Do-it-yourself8-11
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.
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).
Battery* (for maintenance free batter-
ies): This vehicle is equipped with a sealed
maintenance free battery. It is recom-
mended 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 engine 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.
9-4Maintenance and schedules
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.
Engine drive belt*: Make sure the drive
belts are not frayed, worn, cracked or oily.
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.
Power steering fluid level* and lines:
Check the level when the fluid is cold, with
the engine off. Check the lines for proper
attachment, leaks, cracks, etc.
Radiator and hoses:
Check the front of the
radiator and clean off any dirt, insects,
leaves, etc., that may have accumulated.
Make sure the hoses have no cracks, defor-
mation, rot or loose connections.
Underbody: The underbody is frequently
exposed to corrosive substances such as
those used on icy roads or to control dust. It
is very important to remove these sub-
stances, otherwise rust may form on the
floor pan, frame, fuel lines and around the
exhaust system. At the end of winter, the
underbody should be thoroughly flushed
with plain water, being careful to clean
those areas where mud and dirt may accu-
mulate. For additional information, refer to
the “Appearance and care” section of this
manual.
Windshield-washer fluid*: Check that
there is adequate fluid in the reservoir. The following descriptions are provided to
give you a better understanding of the
scheduled maintenance items that should
be regularly checked or replaced. The
maintenance schedule indicates at which
mileage/time intervals each item requires
service.
In addition to scheduled maintenance,
your vehicle requires that some items be
checked during normal day-to-day opera-
tion. For additional information, refer to
“General maintenance” in this section.
Items marked with
“*”are recommended
by NISSAN for reliable vehicle operation.
You are not required to perform mainte-
nance on these items in order to maintain
the warranties which come with your
NISSAN. Other maintenance items and in-
tervals are required.
When applicable, additional information
can be found in the “Do-it-yourself ” section
of this manual.
EXPLANATION OF SCHEDULED
MAINTENANCE ITEMS
Maintenance and schedules9-5
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 71.9 L 19 gal 15-7/8 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” (or equivalent) is
recommended.
• If the above motor oil (or engine oil) is not available, a synthetic
0W-20 GF-5 SN motor oil (or engine oil) may be used. Damage
caused by the use of a motor oil (or engine oil) other than as
recommended is not covered under NISSAN’s/INFINITI’s New Ve-
hicle Limited Warranty. For additional information, refer to “En-
gine oil and oil filter recommendations” in this section.
Without oil
filter change 4.5 L 4-3/4 qt 4 qt
Engine coolant
With reservoir 8.7 L 2-1/4 gal 1-7/8 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.
Differential gear oil ———
• Genuine NISSAN Differential Oil Hypoid Super GL-5 80W-90 or
equivalent conventional (non-synthetic) oil.
Transfer oil ———
Power Steering Fluid (PSF) ———• Genuine NISSAN E-PSF or equivalent.
• Use of a power steering fluid other than Genuine NISSAN E-PSF
may prevent the power steering system from operating
properly.
RECOMMENDED FLUIDS/
LUBRICANTS AND CAPACITIES
10-2Technical and consumer information
Child restraint with top tether strap . . . .1-32
Child safety rear door lock..........3-7
Chimes, audible reminders .........2-16
Cleaningexteriorandinterior......7-2,7-4
C.M.V.S.S. certification label .........10-12
Coldweatherdriving ............5-138
Console box ..................2-58
Continuously Variable Transmission
(CVT) .......................5-18
Continuously Variable Transmission (CVT)
fluid......................8-10
Driving with Continuously Variable
Transmission (CVT) ............5-18
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..............7-7
Cruisecontrol.................5-58
Cupholders ..................2-59
D
Daytime Running Lights (DRL) system . .2-43
Daytime running light system
(Canada only) ..................2-43
Defroster switch Rear window and outside mirror
defrosterswitch..............2-38
Dimensions and weights ..........10-10
Dimmer switch for instrument panel . . .2-44 Door locks
....................3-5
Drivebelt ....................8-15
Drive positioner,
Automatic..........3-38,3-39,3-40,3-41
Driving Cold weather driving ..........5-138
Driving with Continuously Variable
Transmission (CVT) ............5-18
Precautions when starting and
driving..................5-4,5-11
Drivingthevehicle...............5-18
Dynamic driver assistance switch .....2-50
E
E-call (SOS) Button ...............2-51
Economy - fuel ................5-125
Emergency engine shutoff .......5-15,6-2
Emission control information label . . . .10-12
Emission control system warranty . . . .10-29
Engine Before starting the engine ........5-16
Blockheater................5-139
Capacities and recommended
fuel/lubricants...............10-2
Changing engine coolant .........8-5
Changing engine oil ............8-6
Changing engine oil filter .........8-6
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
.............10-7
Engine oil pressure warning light . . . .2-10
Engine oil viscosity .............10-7
Engine serial number ..........10-12
Engine specifications ...........10-9
Starting the engine ............5-17
Engine coolant temperature gauge ....2-6
EventDatarecorders ............10-31
Exhaust gas (Carbon monoxide) .......5-4
Explanation of maintenance items .....9-3
Explanation of scheduled maintenance
items .......................9-5
Extended storage switch ..........2-54
Eyeglasscase.................2-58
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......................8-10
Engine coolant ...............8-4
Engine oil ...................8-6
Powersteeringfluid............8-11
Windshield-washer fluid .........
8-12
F.M.V.S.S. certification label .........10-12
Foglightswitch................2-45
Front air bag system
11-2
(See supplemental restraint system) . . .1-57
Front and rear sonar system.......5-136
Front-door pocket ...............2-55
Front power seat adjustment ........1-4
Frontseats................... .1-2
Fuel Capacities and recommended
fuel/lubricants...............10-2
Fuel economy ...............5-125
Fuel-filler door and cap ..........3-31
Fuel-filler door lock opener lever ....3-30
Fuel gauge ..................2-7
Fueloctanerating.............10-6
Fuel recommendation ..........10-4
Loose fuel cap warning .........2-29
Fuelefficientdrivingtips ..........5-124
Fuel-filler door .................3-30
Fuel gauge ....................2-7
Fuses .......................8-19
Fusiblelinks...................8-20
G
Garage door opener, HomeLink® Universal
Transceiver .........2-70,2-72,2-73,2-73
Gascap .....................3-31
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 .............9-3
Glovebox....................2-58 H
Hazard warning flasher switch ........6-2
Headlight and turn signal switch ......2-39
Headlightcontrolswitch...........2-39
Headlights ...................8-24
Headrestraints ................ .1-9
Heatedrearseats...............2-48
Heatedseats..................2-47
Heated steering wheel ............2-49
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
Hill start assist system ...........5-135
HomeLink® Universal
Transceiver .........2-70,2-72,2-73,2-73
Hood .......................3-23
Hook Luggage hook ...............2-61
Horn.......................2-45
I
Ignition switch Push-button ignition switch .......5-13
Immobilizer system ...........2-34,5-16
Important vehicle information label . . .10-12
In-cabinmicrofilter ..............8-17
Increasing fuel economy ..........5-125
Indicator NISSAN Intelligent Key® battery discharge
indicator...................5-15 Indicator lights and audible reminders
(See warning/indicator lights and audible
reminders)
.................2-9,2-14
Inside automatic anti-glare mirror .....3-36
Instrument brightness control .......2-44
Instrument panel .............0-6,2-2
Instrument panel dimmer switch .....2-44
Intelligent Around View Monitor .......4-11
Intelligent Cruise Control (ICC)
(for vehicles without ProPILOT Assist) . . .5-61
Intelligent Drive Alertness (I-DA) ......5-120
Intelligent Forward Collision Warning
(I-FCW).....................5-108
Intelligent
Key system
Key operating range ............3-9
Key operation ................3-10
Mechanical key ...............3-3
Remote keyless entry operation ....3-13
Troubleshooting guide ..........3-18
Warning signals ..............3-18
Intelligent Lane Intervention (I-LI) .....5-32
Interiorlight ..................2-68
ISOFIX child restraints .............1-30
J
Jumpstarting...............6-9,8-14
K
Key........................ .3-2
Key fob battery replacement ........8-22
11-3
NISSAN Intelligent Key® battery discharge
indicator.....................5-15
NISSAN Vehicle Immobilizer
System ..................2-34,5-16O
Octane rating (See fuel octane rating) . .10-6
Odometer ....................2-5
Oil Capacities and recommended
fuel/lubricants...............10-2
Changing engine oil ............8-6
Changing engine oil filter .........8-6
Checking engine oil level .........8-6
Engine oil ...................8-6
Engine oil and oil filter
recommendation .............10-7
Engine oil viscosity .............10-7
Outsidemirrors ................3-37
Overhead sunglasses holder ........2-58
Overheat Ifyourvehicleoverheats.........6-11
Owner's manual order form ........10-32
Owner's manual/service manual order
information..................10-32
P
Parking Parking/parkingonhills.........5-128
Parkingbrake..................5-23
Personal lights .................2-69 Power
Front seat adjustment ...........1-4
Power door locks ............3-6,3-7
Poweroutlet................2-53
Powerrearwindows...........2-64
Powersteeringfluid............8-11
Power steering system .........5-129
Powerwindows..............2-63
Rearpowerwindows...........2-64
Poweroutlet..................2-53
Powersteering................5-129
Powersteeringfluid..............8-11
Precautions Maintenance precautions .........8-2
On-pavement and off-road driving
precautions .................5-9
Precautions on booster
seats............1-28, 1-35, 1-41, 1-46
Precautions on child
restraints.........1-28, 1-35, 1-41, 1-46
Precautions on seat belt usage .....1-13
Precautions on supplemental restraint
system ................... .1-49
Precautions when starting and
driving..................5-4,5-11
Push starting ..................6-11
R
Radio Car phone or CB radio ..........4-33
Readiness for inspection maintenance
(I/M) test ....................10-30
Rear Automatic Braking (RAB) .......5-85
Rearcenterseatbelt.............1-20 RearCrossTrafficAlert(RCTA) .......5-49
Rear Door Alert
..............2-31,2-52
Rearpowerwindows............ .2-64
Rearseat.................... .1-6
Rearviewmirror................3-36
RearViewMonitor................4-3
Rear window and outside mirror defroster
switch......................2-38
Rear window wiper and washer
switches .....................2-37
Recommended Fluids ............10-2
Recorders EventData.................10-31
Refrigerant recommendation ........10-8
Registering a vehicle in another
country .....................10-11
Remote Engine Start ..........3-20,5-18
Reporting safety defects (US only) . . . .10-29
Roofrack....................2-62
S
Safety Child safety rear door lock ........3-7
Childseatbelts......1-28, 1-35, 1-41, 1-46
Reporting safety defects (US only) . .10-29
Seat adjustment Front manual seat adjustment ......1-3
F
ront power seat adjustment ......1-4
Seatback pockets ...............2-56
Seat belt Childsafety.................1-25
Infants and small children ........1-26
InjuredPerson............... .1-17
Largerchildren.............. .1-26
11-5