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Cummins 5.0 L engine
1. Windshield-washer fluid reservoir(P. 8-13)
2. Fuse box (P. 8-23)
3. Fuse/Fusible link box (P. 8-23)
4. Engine coolant reservoir*
5. Fuel filter (Stage 2)*
6. Engine oil filler cap*
7. Brake fluid reservoir (P. 8-13)
8. Air cleaner*
9. Battery (P. 8-15)
10. Power steering fluid reservoir
(P. 8-12)
11. Radiator cap*
12. Engine oil dipstick*
13. Drive belt location*
14. Fuse/Fusible link box (P. 8-23)
15. Battery (P. 8-15)
*: Refer to the Titan Diesel Owner’s Manual.
Refer to the page number indicated in
parentheses for operating details.
LDI2870
ENGINE COMPARTMENT CHECK
LOCATIONS
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VK56VD engine (non-XD model)
1. Windshield-washer fluid reservoir(P. 8-13)
2. Fuse box (P. 8-23)
3. Engine oil dipstick (P. 8-7)
4. Power steering fluid reservoir
(P. 8-12)
5. Engine oil filler cap (P. 8-7)
6. Brake fluid reservoir (P. 8-13)
7. Air cleaner (P. 8-20)
8. Fuse/Fusible link box (P. 8-23)
9. Drive belt location (P. 8-19)
10. Radiator cap (P. 8-5)
11. Battery (P. 8-15)
12. Engine coolant reservoir (P. 8-5)
Refer to the page number indicated in
parentheses for operating details.
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VK56VD engine (XD model)
1. Windshield-washer fluid reservoir(P. 8-13)
2. Fuse box (P. 8-23)
3. Engine oil dipstick (P. 8-7)
4. Power steering fluid reservoir
(P. 8-12)
5. Engine oil filler cap (P. 8-7)
6. Brake fluid reservoir (P. 8-13)
7. Air cleaner (P. 8-20)
8. Fuse/Fusible link box (P. 8-23)
9. Engine coolant reservoir (P. 8-5)
10. Drive belt location (P. 8-19)
11. Battery (P. 8-15)
12. Radiator cap (P. 8-5)
Refer to the page number indicated in
parentheses for operating details.
LDI3293
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8 Do-it-yourself
Maintenance precautions.......................8-2
Engine compartment check locations ...........8-3
Engine cooling system ..........................8-5
Checking engine coolant level ................8-6
Changing engine coolant .....................8-6
Engine oil ........................................8-7
Checking engine oil level .....................8-7
Changing engine oil ..........................8-8
Changing engine oil filter .....................8-9
Fuel filter (CUMMINS 5.0L) ........................8-11
Fuel filter replacement (stage 1) ...............8-11
Fuel filter replacement (stage 2) ..............8-11
Draining water ............................... 8-11
Fuel system priming .......................... 8-11
Diesel Particulate Filter (DPF) .....................8-11
Automatic regeneration ......................8-11
6-speed Automatic Transmission Fluid (ATF)
(diesel engine only) .............................. 8-11
7-speed Automatic Transmission Fluid (ATF)
(gasoline engine only) .......................... 8-12
Power Steering Fluid (PSF) ......................8-12
Brake fluid ...................................... 8-13
Windshield-washer fluid ........................8-13
Windshield-washer fluid reservoir ............8-13Battery.........................................
8-15
Jump starting ............................... 8-18
Variable voltage control (if so equipped) ........8-18
Drive belt ....................................... 8-19
Spark plugs (gasoline engine only) ..............8-19
Replacing spark plugs ....................... 8-19
Air cleaner ...................................... 8-20
In-cabin microfilter .......................... 8-21
Windshield wiper blades ........................8-21
Cleaning .................................... 8-21
Replacing ................................... 8-21
Brakes.......................................... 8-22
Fuses ........................................... 8-23
Engine compartment .......................8-24
Passenger compartment ....................8-25
Batter yr
eplacement ........................... 8-27
NISSAN Intelligent Key® ......................8-27
Lights .......................................... 8-29
Headlights ................................... 8-29
Fog lights (if so equipped) ...................8-29
Daytime Running Light (DRL)
(if so equipped) .............................. 8-30
Exterior and interior lights ...................8-32
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VK56VD engine (non-XD model)
1. Windshield-washer fluid reservoir
2. Fuse box
3. Engine oil dipstick
4. Power steering fluid reservoir
5. Engine oil filler cap
6. Brake fluid reservoir
7. Air cleaner
8. Fuse/Fusible link box
9. Drive belt location
10. Radiator cap
11. Battery
12. Engine coolant reservoir
LDI3292
ENGINE COMPARTMENT CHECK
LOCATIONS
Do-it-yourself8-3
Page 457 of 682
VK56VD engine (XD model)
1. Windshield-washer fluid reservoir
2. Fuse box
3. Engine oil dipstick
4. Power steering fluid reservoir
5. Engine oil filler cap
6. Brake fluid reservoir
7. Air cleaner
8. Fuse/Fusible link box
9. Engine coolant reservoir
10. Drive belt location
11. Battery
12. Radiator cap
For additional information on the Cum-
mins 5.0L engine, refer to the Titan Diesel
Owner’s Manual.
LDI3293
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When checking or replacement is required,
it is recommended that you visit a NISSAN
dealer for this service.
CAUTION
∙ NISSAN recommends using GenuineNISSAN Matic S ATF. Do not mix with
other fluids.
∙ Do not use CVT fluid or manual trans- mission fluid in this transmission.
Damage caused by the use of fluids
other than as recommended is not
covered under NISSAN’s New Vehicle
Limited Warranty.
∙ Using fluids that are not equivalent to Genuine NISSAN Matic S ATF may also
damage the transmission. Damage
caused by the use of fluids other than
as recommended is not covered un-
der NISSAN’s New Vehicle Limited
Warranty.
The specified automatic transmission fluid
is also described on caution labels located
in the engine compartment. Check the power steering fluid level when
the engine is stopped.
The fluid level should be between the COLD
MAX line and the COLD MIN line on the
power steering fluid reservoir at cold fluid
temperatures of 32° - 86°F (0° - 30°C) or at
the HOT MAX line on the power steering
fluid reservoir at hot fluid temperatures of
122° - 176°F (50° - 80°C).If the fluid is cold and is at or below the
COLD MIN line, add Genuine NISSAN PSF-II
or equivalent to the COLD MAX line. If the
fluid is hot and below the HOT MAX line, add
Genuine NISSAN PSF-II or equivalent to the
HOT MAX line. Remove the cap and fill
through the opening.
CAUTION
∙ DO NOT OVERFILL.
∙ Do not reuse power steering fluid.
∙ Recommended fluid is Genuine
NISSAN PSF-II or equivalent
LDI3077
7-SPEED AUTOMATIC
TRANSMISSION FLUID (ATF)
(gasoline engine only) POWER STEERING FLUID (PSF)
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1. Power steering fluid pump pulley
2. Automatic belt tensioner pulley
3. Water pump pulley
4. Cooling fan pulley
5. Air conditioner compressor pulley
6. Crankshaf t pulley
7. Generator pulley
WARNING
Be sure the ignition switch is in the OFF
or LOCK position before servicing drive
belt. The engine could rotate
unexpectedly.1. Visually inspect the belt for signs of un-
usual wear, cuts, fraying or looseness. If
the belt is in poor condition or is loose,
have it replaced or adjusted. It is recom-
mended that you visit a NISSAN dealer
for this service.
2. Have the belt checked regularly for condition and tension in accordance
with the maintenance schedule. For
additional information, refer to the
"Maintenance and schedules" section
of this manual.
For additional information on the Cum-
mins 5.0L engine drive belt, refer to the Ti-
tan Diesel Owner’s Manual.
REPLACING SPARK PLUGS
Iridium-tipped spark plugs
It is not necessary to replace iridium-
tipped spark plugs as frequently as con-
ventional type spark plugs because they
last much longer. Follow the maintenance
log shown in the “Maintenance and sched-
ules” section of this manual. Do not service
iridium-tipped spark plugs by cleaning or
regapping.
∙ Always replace spark plugs with rec-
ommended or equivalent ones.
VK56VD engine
WDI0661LDI2972
DRIVE BELT SPARK PLUGS (gasoline engine
only)
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