8 Do-it-yourself
Maintenance precautions.......................8-2
Engine compartment check locations ...........8-4
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
Continuously Variable Transmission (CVT)
fluid (if so equipped) ............................ 8-10
Brake and clutch (if so equipped) fluid ..........8-10
Brake fluid .................................... 8-11
Clutch (if so equipped) fluid ...................8-11
Windshield-washer fluid .........................8-11
Windshield-washer fluid reservoir .............8-11
Battery......................................... 8-13
Jump starting ............................... 8-14
Variable voltage control system
(if so equipped) ................................. 8-15
Drive belt ....................................... 8-15
Spark plugs .................................... 8-16Replacing spark plugs
.......................8-16
Air cleaner ...................................... 8-17
Windshield wiper blades ........................8-17
Cleaning .................................... 8-17
Replacing ................................... 8-18
Brakes.......................................... 8-19
Fuses ........................................... 8-19
Engine compartment .......................8-20
Passenger compartment ....................8-21
Battery replacement ........................... 8-22
Key fob (if so equipped) ......................8-23
NISSAN Intelligent Key® (if so equipped) ......8-24
Lights .......................................... 8-26
Headlights ................................... 8-26
Fog lights (if so equipped) ...................8-27
Exterior and interior lights ...................8-28
Wheels and tires ................................ 8-33
Tir e
pressure ................................ 8-33
Tire labeling ................................. 8-36
Types of tires ................................ 8-39
Tire chains .................................. 8-40
Changing wheels and tires ..................8-41
HEADLIGHTS
For additional information on headlight
bulb replacement, refer to the instructions
outlined in this section.
Replacing the halogen headlight
bulb
The headlight is a semi-sealed beam type
which uses a replaceable headlight (halo-
gen) bulb. They can be replaced from insidethe engine compartment without remov-
ing the headlight assembly.
CAUTION
∙ High-pressure halogen gas is sealed
inside the bulb. The bulb may break if
the glass envelope is scratched or the
bulb is dropped.
∙ Aiming should not be necessary af ter replacing the H4 bulb. When aiming
adjustment is necessary, it is recom-
mended that you visit a NISSAN dealer
for this service.
∙ Do not leave the headlight assembly open without a bulb installed for a
long period of time. Dust, moisture,
smoke, etc. entering the headlight
body may affect bulb performance.
Remove the bulb from the headlight
assembly just before a replacement
bulb is installed.
∙ Only touch the base when handling the bulb. Never touch the glass enve-
lope. Touching the glass could signifi-
cantly affect bulb life and/or head-
light performance.
∙ Use the same number and wattage as shown in the chart.
JVM0002X
LIGHTS
8-26Do-it-yourself
1. Disconnect the battery negative cable.
2. Disconnect the electrical connector
A
from the rear end of the bulb.
3. Pull off the rubber cap
B.
4. Push and turn the retaining pin
Cto
loosen it.
5. Remove the headlight bulb. Do not shake or rotate the bulb when remov-
ing it.
6. Install the new bulb in the reverse order of removal.
Fog may temporarily form inside the lens
of the exterior lights in the rain or in a car
wash. A temperature difference between
the inside and the outside of the lens
causes the fog. This is not a malfunction. If
large drops of water collect inside the lens,
it is recommended that you visit a NISSAN
dealer for servicing.
FOG LIGHTS (if so equipped)
For additional information on fog light bulb
replacement, refer to the instructions out-
lined in this section.
Replacing the fog light bulb
If fog light bulb replacement is required, it is
recommended that you visit a NISSAN
dealer for this service.
CAUTION
∙ High pressure halogen gas is sealed inside the halogen bulb. The bulb may
break if the glass envelope is
scratched or the bulb is dropped.
∙ When handling the bulb, do not touch the glass envelope.
∙ Use the same number and wattage as originally installed as shown in the
chart.
∙ Do not leave the bulb out of the fog light for a long period of time as dust,
moisture and smoke may enter the
fog light body and affect the perfor-
mance of the fog light.
Do-it-yourself8-27
EXTERIOR AND INTERIOR LIGHTS
ItemWattage (W)Bulb No.
Headlight assembly* High/Low 60/55HB2
Turn/Position 28/83457A
Side marker 5W5W
Fog light (if so equipped)* 55H11
Room light 8—
Map light 5W5W
Trunk light 3.4158
High-mounted stop light* Inside (if so equipped) 16W16W
Spoiler (if so equipped) ——
Rear combination light* Turn 21PY21W
Stop/Tail 21/5P21/5W
Backup (reversing) 21P21W
License plate light* 5W5W
Always check with the Parts Department at a NISSAN dealer for the latest parts informa-
tion.
* It is recommended that you visit a NISSAN dealer for replacement.
8-28Do-it-yourself
Replacement procedures
All other lights are either type A, B, C or D.
When replacing a bulb, first remove the
lens, lamp and/or cover.
Indicates bulb removal
Indicates bulb installationUse a cloth to protect the housing.
SDI1805
Map light
LDI2044
8-30Do-it-yourself
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 steer-
ing wheel or seat vibrates at normal high-
way 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 (if so
equipped): On a fairly steep hill check that
the vehicle is held securely with the shif t
lever in the P (Park) position without apply-
ing 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
Maintenance and schedules9-3
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*: This vehicle is equipped with a
sealed maintenance free battery. It is rec-
ommended 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.
Brake and clutch (if so equipped) fluid
level*: Make sure that the brake and clutch
fluid levels are between the MIN and MAX
lines on the reservoir. Engine coolant level*:
Check the coolant
level when the engine is cold.
Engine drive belts*: 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 surface with
the engine off. 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.
Radiator and hoses: Check the front of the
radiator and clean off any dirt, insects,
leaves, etc., that may have accumulated.
9-4Maintenance and schedules
Engine oil...................8-7
F.M.V.S.S. certification label .........10-12
Foglightswitch ................2-27
Front air bag system
(See supplemental restraint system) . . .1-52
Front-door pocket ...............2-29
Frontseats....................1-2
Fuel Capacities and recommended
fuel/lubricants...............10-2
Fuel economy ...............5-27
Fuel-filler cap ................3-30
Fuel-filler door lock opener lever ....3-30
Fuel-filler lid .................3-30
Fuel gauge ..................2-9
Fueloctanerating.............10-6
Fuel recommendation ..........10-4
Loose fuel cap warning ..........2-7
Fuelefficientdrivingtips...........5-26
Fuel-filler door .................3-30
Fuel gauge ....................2-9
Fuses .......................8-19
Fusiblelinks...................8-20
G
Gascap.....................3-30
Gauge Engine coolant temperature gauge . .2-9
Fuel gauge ..................2-9
Odometer ..................2-6
Speedometer ................2-5
Tachometer .................2-8
Trip computer ...............2-10 Trip odometer
.............2-5,2-6
General maintenance .............9-2
Glovebox ....................2-31
H
Hands-free phone system, Bluetooth® . .4-46
Hazard warning flasher switch ........6-2
Headlight and turn signal switch ......2-24
Headlightcontrolswitch...........2-24
Headlights ...................8-26
Headrestraints .................1-6
Heater Heater and air conditioner controls . .4-14
Heater operation ..............4-16
Hood .......................3-27
Horn.......................2-27
I
Ignition switch ..................5-9
Push-button ignition switch .......5-11
Immobilizer system ...........2-21,5-14
Important vehicle information label . . .10-12
Increasing fuel economy ...........5-27
Indicator NISSAN Intelligent Key® battery discharge
indicator...................5-13
Indicator lights and audible reminders
(See warning/indicator lights and audible
reminders) ....................2-18
Instrument brightness control .......2-26
Instrument panel .............0-6,2-2 Instrument panel dimmer switch
.....2-26
Intelligent Key system Key operating range ............3-14
Key operation ................3-16
Mechanical key ...............3-5
Remote keyless entry operation ....3-19
Troubleshooting guide ..........3-25
Warning signals ..............3-25
Interiorlight...............2-34,2-35
Interiortrunklidrelease...........3-29
iPod®Player...................4-35
ISOFIX child restraints .............1-23
J
Jumpstarting...............6-9,8-14
K
Key.........................3-2
K e
y fob battery replacement .....8-22,8-23
Keyless entry With Intelligent Key system
(See Intelligent Key system) .......3-19
Without Intelligent Key system
(See remote keyless entry system). . .3-10
Keys NISSAN Intelligent Key® .......3-4,3-13
NISSAN Vehicle Immobilizer System
keys..................... .3-5
11-3