10-2Technical and consumer information
The following are approximate capacities. The actual refill capacities may be a little different. When refilling, follow the
procedure instructed in the “8. Do-it-yourself” section to determine the proper refill capacity.
Fluid type Capacity (approximate)
Recommended Fluids/Lubricants
Metric
Measure US
Measure Imperial
Measure
Fuel 71.9 L 19 gal 15-7/8 gal
See “Fuel information” (P.10-4).
Engine oil
*1Drain and refill*1: For additional informa-
tion, see “Changing engine
oil and filter” (P.8-6). With oil filter change
4.9 L 5-1/8 qt 4-3/8 qt
Genuine “NISSAN Motor Oil Ester 5W-30 SN” (or equivalent) is recom-
mended.
If the above motor oil (or engine oil) is not available, a synthetic SAE 5W-
30 GF-5 SN motor oil (or engine oil) may be used.
Damage caused by the use of motor oil (or engine oil) other than as
recommended is not covered under NISSAN’s New Vehicle Limited
Warranty.
For additional information, refer to “Engine oil and oil filter recommen-
dation” (P.10-7).
Without oil filter change
4.6 L 4-7/8 qt4qt
Engine coolant With reservoirAutomatic Transmis-
sion model
9.1 L 9-5/8 qt 8 qt
Pre-diluted Genuine NISSAN Long Life Antifreeze/Coolant (blue) or
equivalent
Manual Transmission
model 9.2 L 9-3/4 qt
8-1/8 qt
Reservoir 0.8 L 7/8 qt3/4 qt
Automatic Transmission fluid ———
Genuine NISSAN Matic S ATF
NISSAN recommends using Genuine NISSAN Matic S ATF ONLY in NISSAN
automatic transmissions. Do not mix with other fluids. Using fluids that
are not equivalent to Genuine NISSAN Matic S ATF may damage the
automatic transmission. Damage caused by the use of fluids other than
as recommended is not covered under the NISSAN’s New Vehicle Limited
warranty.
Manual Transmission gear oil ———
Genuine NISSAN Manual Transmission Fluid (MTF) HQ Multi 75W-85
If Genuine NISSAN Manual Transmission Fluid (MTF) HQ Multi is not
available, API GL-4, Viscosity SAE 75W-85 may be used as a temporary
replacement. However, use Genuine NISSAN Manual Transmission Fluid
(MTF) HQ Multi as soon as it is available.
Differential gear oil ———For AT and NISMO models:
Genuine NISSAN HYPOID FLUID·S1 GL-5 75W-80 or equivalent
Except for AT and NISMO models: Genuine NISSAN Differential Oil Hypoid Super GL-5 80W-90 or equivalent
conventional (non-synthetic) oil
Power steering fluid (PSF) Refill to the proper oil level according
to the instructions in the “8. Do-it-
yourself” section.
Genuine NISSAN PSF or equivalent
DEXRON
TMVI type ATF may also be used.
CAPACITIES AND RECOMMENDED
FLUIDS/LUBRICANTS
Fluid typeCapacity (approximate)
Recommended Fluids/Lubricants
Metric
Measure US
Measure Imperial
Measure
Brake fluid Refill to the proper oil level according
to the instructions in the “8. Do-it-
yourself” section.For NISMO models:
Genuine NISSAN Brake Fluid R35 Special ll
*2 *3
*2: Never mix different types of fluids.*3: Genuine NISSAN Brake fluid R35 Special II is the factory fill brake fluid.
The Vehicle Dynamic Control (VDC) unit and other related parts were
specially designed for this brake fluid. Using any other fluid may result in
improper operation of the brake system which could result in serious
injury or death.
Except for NISMO models:
Genuine NISSAN Super Heavy Duty Brake Fluid
*4or equivalent DOT3*4: Available in mainland USA through a NISSAN dealer.
Clutch fluid
Genuine NISSAN Brake Fluid R35 Special II*5 *6or equivalent DOT4*5: Never mix different types of fluids.*6: NISSAN recommends Genuine NISSAN Brake Fluid R35 Special II
available at a NISSAN dealer.
Multi-purpose grease ———
NLGI No. 2 (Lithium soap base)
Air conditioning system refrigerant ———
HFC-134a (R-134a)
For additional information, see “Vehicle identification” (P.10-12) for air
conditioner specification label.
Air conditioning system lubricants ———
Compressor Oil SP-10A(PAG)
Window washer fluid 4.5 4-3/4 4
Genuine NISSAN Windshield Washer Concentrate Cleaner & Antifreeze or
equivalent
Technical and consumer information10-3
10-26Technical and consumer information
combine the EDR data with the type of
personally identifying data routinely ac-
quired during a crash investigation.
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.Genuine NISSAN Service Manuals for this
model year and prior can be purchased. A
genuine NISSAN Service Manual is the
best source of service and repair informa-
tion for your vehicle. This manual is the
same one used by the factory trained
technicians working at a NISSAN dealer.
Genuine NISSAN Owner’s Manuals can
also be purchased.
For USA:
For current pricing and availability of
genuine
NISSAN Service Manuals, con-
tact:
www.nissan-techinfo.com
For current pricing and availability of
genuine NISSAN Owner’s Manuals, con-
tact:
1-800-247-5321
For Canada:
To purchase a copy of a genuine NISSAN
Service Manual or Owner’s Manual for this
model year and prior please contact your
nearest NISSAN dealer. For the phone
number and location of a NISSAN dealer
in your area, call the NISSAN Information
Center at 1-800-387-0122 and a bilingual
NISSAN representative will assist you.
OWNER’S MANUAL/SERVICE
MANUAL ORDER INFORMATION
11 Index
A
ABS (Anti-lock Braking System) ....................... 5-28
Active noise cancellation....................................... 5-35
Active sound enhancement................................ 5-35
Advanced air bag system ..................................... 1-37
Air bag systemAdvanced air bag system .............................. 1-37
Front passenger air bag and
status light................................................................. 1-39
Front-seat mounted side-impact
supplemental air bag system..................... 1-42
Roof-mounted curtain side-impact
supplemental air bag system..................... 1-42
Air bag warning labels ............................................ 1-45
Air bag warning light................................. 1-45, 2-15
Air cleaner housing filter ....................................... 8-15
Air conditioner Air conditioner operation............................... 4-31
Air conditioner service...................................... 4-36
Air conditioner specification label....... 10-14
Air conditioning system refrigerant and
lubricant recommendations ......... 4-36, 10-8
In-cabin microfilter .............................................. 4-36
Air deflectors ................................................................ 10-18
Alarm, How to stop alarm (see vehicle
security system)............................................................ 2-32
Alcohol, drugs and driving ....................................... 5-7
Antenna........................................................................\
....... 4-80
Anti-lock Braking System (ABS) ....................... 5-28
Anti-lock braking system (ABS)
warning light ................................................................... 2-11
Appearance care Exterior appearance care ................................. 7-2
Interior appearance care................................... 7-5
Audible reminders....................................................... 2-18 Audio operation precautions ............................. 4-37
Audio system .................................................................. 4-37
FM-AM radio with Compact Disc
(CD) player .................................................................. 4-49
FM-AM-SAT radio with Compact Disc
(CD) player .................................................................. 4-58
Steering wheel audio controls................... 4-79
Autolight system.......................................................... 2-36
Automatic Air conditioner (Type A)................................... 4-32
Air conditioner (Type B)................................... 4-34
Automatic adjusting function
(front windows) ...................................................... 2-50
Automatic Transmission Fluid (ATF) ........ 8-8
Door locks...................................................................... 3-5
Driving with
automatic transmission .................................. 5-12
Auxiliary input jacks................................................... 4-76
Average fuel consumption and speed ....... 2-26
Avoiding collision and rollover.............................. 5-6
B
Battery........................................................................\
.......... 8-11 Battery saver system......................................... 2-37
Intelligent Key.......................................................... 8-20
Variable voltage control system .............. 8-13
Before starting the engine................................... 5-11
Belts (See drive belts)............................................... 8-14
Bluetooth® hands-free phone system
(models with navigation system) ................... 4-82
Bluetooth® hands-free phone system
(models without navigation system) ........... 4-92
Bluetooth® streaming audio............................... 4-69
Booster seats.................................................................. 1-27 Brake
Anti-lock Braking System (ABS) ................ 5-28
Brake and clutch fluid ......................................... 8-9
Brake fluid ..................................................................... 8-9
Brake system ........................................................... 5-27
Parking brake operation................................. 5-21
Warning light............................................................ 2-11
Break-in schedule ....................................................... 5-24
Brightness control .......................................................... 4-8 Display ON/OFF button ...................................... 4-8
Instrument panel .................................................. 2-38
Bulb replacement ........................................................ 8-22
C
Cabin air filter ................................................................. 4-36
Capacities and
recommended fluids/lubricants...................... 10-2
Car phone or CB radio ............................................ 4-81
Cargo cover ..................................................................... 2-47
Catalytic converter, Three way catalyst ....... 5-3
CD/DVD/USB memory care
and cleaning.................................................................... 4-78
Center multi-function control panel
(models with navigation system) ....................... 4-4
Child restraints .............................................................. 1-20 Booster seats........................................................... 1-27
Precautions on child restraints................. 1-20
Top tether strap .................................................... 1-21
Child safety....................................................................... 1-17
Chimes Audible reminders................................................ 2-18
Seat belt warning light
and chime.................................................... 1-12, 2-14
Circuit breaker, Fusible link ................................. 8-18
Cleaning exterior and interior ................... 7-2, 7-5
11-2
Clock ........................................................................\
... 2-9, 2-28
Clutch fluid........................................................................\
.... 8-9
Cockpit ........................................................................\
............. 2-3
Cold weather driving ................................................ 5-33
Compact Disc (CD) player (See
audio system) ................................................................. 4-60
Compact spare tire.................................................... 8-37
Console box ..................................................................... 2-46
CoolantCapacities and
recommended fluids/lubricants............... 10-2
Changing engine coolant ................................. 8-5
Checking engine coolant level...................... 8-5
Corrosion protection .................................................... 7-8
Cover, Cargo cover..................................................... 2-47
Cruise control ................................................................. 5-22
Cup holders...................................................................... 2-44
D
Dampers, Performance dampers.................... 5-32
Daytime running light system........................... 2-38
Defroster switch, Rear window
defroster switch ........................................................... 2-34
Dimensions .................................................................... 10-11
Drive belts...................................................................\
....... 8-14
Driving Cold weather driving ......................................... 5-33
Driving with
automatic transmission .................................. 5-12
Driving with manual transmission.......... 5-17
Precautions when starting
and driving.................................................................... 5-2
DVD player operation............................................... 4-61
E
Economy, Fuel................................................................ 5-25
Elapsed time.................................................................... 2-26
Emergency tire puncture repair kit .................. 6-9
Emission control information label............ 10-13
Emission control system warranty ............ 10-24
Engine Before starting the engine............................ 5-11
Break-in schedule ................................................ 5-24
Capacities and
recommended fluids/lubricants............... 10-2
Changing engine coolant ................................. 8-5
Changing engine oil and filter ...................... 8-6
Checking engine coolant level...................... 8-5
Checking engine oil level................................... 8-6
Coolant temperature gauge .......................... 2-7
Emergency engine shut off.......................... 5-10
Engine block heater ........................................... 5-34
Engine compartment
check locations ......................................................... 8-3
Engine cooling system ........................................ 8-4
Engine oil.....................................................................\
... 8-6
Engine oil and oil
filter recommendation ..................................... 10-7
Engine oil replacement indicator ............ 2-24
Engine oil temperature gauge...................... 2-8
Engine oil viscosity .............................................. 10-7
Engine serial number .................................... 10-13
Engine specifications......................................... 10-9
Engine start operation indicator.............. 2-20
Engine start operation indicator
(Manual Transmission models).................. 2-21
If your vehicle overheats ................................ 6-17
Starting the engine............................................. 5-11
Event Data Recorders (EDR)............................. 10-25
Exhaust gas (carbon monoxide) ......................... 5-2 Explanation of scheduled
maintenance items ........................................................ 9-5
Extended storage fuse warning ...................... 2-23
Exterior light indicator............................................. 2-16
F
F.M.V.S.S./C.M.V.S.S. certification label ...... 10-13
Filter
Air cleaner housing filter ................................ 8-15
Changing engine oil and filter ...................... 8-6
Flashers (See hazard warning
flasher switch).................................................................... 6-2
Flat tire........................................................................\
............. 6-3 Repairing flat tire (with emergency tire
puncture repair kit) ................................................ 6-9
Flat towing..................................................................... 10-22
Floor mat cleaning ......................................................... 7-6
Floor mat installation................................................... 7-7
Fluid Automatic Transmission Fluid (ATF) ........ 8-8
Brake and clutch fluid ......................................... 8-9
Brake fluid ..................................................................... 8-9
Capacities and
recommended fluids/lubricants............... 10-2
Engine coolant........................................................... 8-4
Engine oil.....................................................................\
... 8-6
Power steering fluid .............................................. 8-8
Window washer fluid ......................................... 8-10
FM-AM radio with Compact Disc
(CD) player ........................................................................\
. 4-49
FM-AM-SAT radio with Compact Disc
(CD) player ........................................................................\
. 4-58
Fog light switch ............................................................ 2-39
Front manual seat adjustment ............................ 1-4
Front passenger air bag and
status light........................................................................\
1-39
Front power seat adjustment ............................... 1-3
Front seat, Front seat adjustment .................... 1-3
Front-seat active head restraints ...................... 1-9
FuelCapacities and
recommended fluids/lubricants............... 10-2
Fuel consumption ................................................ 2-26
Fuel economy.......................................................... 5-25
Fuel economy information (display)......... 4-9
Fuel information.................................................... 10-4
Fuel octane rating ............................................... 10-4
Fuel-filler cap............................................................ 3-34
Fuel-filler door......................................................... 3-34
Gauge........................................................................\
........ 2-8
LOOSE FUEL CAP warning............................. 3-36
Fuel efficient driving tips ....................................... 5-24
Fuses........................................................................\
.............. 8-18
Fusible links...................................................................... 8-18
G
Garage door opener, HomeLink®
Universal Transceiver ............................................... 2-54
Gas cap........................................................................\
........ 3-34
Gauge........................................................................\
................ 2-5 Engine coolant temperature gauge......... 2-7
Fuel gauge .................................................................... 2-8
Odometer....................................................................... 2-6
Speedometer .............................................................. 2-6
Tachometer.................................................................. 2-7
Trip computer ......................................................... 2-25
General maintenance................................................... 9-2
Glove box ........................................................................\
... 2-45
H
Hands-free phone system, Bluetooth®
(models with navigation system) ................... 4-82
Hands-free phone system, Bluetooth®
(models without navigation system) ........... 4-92
Hatch, Rear hatch ....................................................... 3-17
Hazard warning flasher switch ............................ 6-2
Head restraints/headrests....................................... 1-6
Headlights Bulb replacement ................................................. 8-23
Headlight switch ................................................... 2-36
Xenon headlights.................................................. 2-35
Heated seats ................................................................... 2-40
Heater Engine block heater ........................................... 5-34
Heater and air
conditioner operation....................................... 4-31
HomeLink® Universal Transceiver .................. 2-54
Hood release ................................................................... 3-16
Horn........................................................................\
................ 2-39
I
Ignition switch (Push-button).............................................................. 5-8
Manual transmission models...................... 5-17
Immobilizer system.................................................... 2-32
In-cabin microfilter ..................................................... 4-36
Indicator lights............................................................... 2-15
INFO button ........................................................................\
. 4-8
Inside mirror .................................................................... 3-38
Inspection/maintenance (I/M) test ............ 10-25
Instrument brightness control ......................... 2-38
Instrument panel ............................................................. 2-4
Instrument pocket...................................................... 2-44
Intelligent Key..................................................................... 3-2 Intelligent Key battery
discharge indicator .................................................... 2-21
Intelligent Key removal indicator.................... 2-20
Intelligent Key system ................................................. 3-6
Battery replacement.......................................... 8-20
Intelligent Key system warning light ..... 2-12
Key operating range ............................................. 3-7
Key operation ............................................................. 3-9
Warning signals...................................................... 3-11
Interior light control switch ................................ 2-51
Interior light replacement..................................... 8-24
Interior lights................................................................... 2-51
Interior trunk lid release ........................................ 3-20
iPod® player operation............................................ 4-74
J
Jump starting ................................................................. 6-15
K
Keyless entry (See remote keyless
entry system) .................................................................. 3-13
Keys ........................................................................\
.................... 3-2 For Intelligent Key system................................ 3-6
L
Labels
Air bag warning labels ..................................... 1-45
Air conditioner specification label....... 10-14
Emission control information label .... 10-13
Engine serial number .................................... 10-13
F.M.V.S.S./C.M.V.S.S.
certification label .............................................. 10-13
Tire and Loading
information label................................ 8-28, 10-14
11-3
11-4
Vehicle identification number (VIN) .... 10-12
License plate, Installing front
license plate.................................................................. 10-15
Light Air bag warning light......................................... 1-45
Bulb replacement ................................................. 8-22
Cargo area courtesy light.............................. 2-53
Cargo light ................................................................. 2-53
Fog light switch ..................................................... 2-39
Headlight switch ................................................... 2-36
Headlights bulb replacement ..................... 8-23
Indicator lights........................................................ 2-15
Interior light control switch ......................... 2-51
Interior lights............................................................ 2-51
Map lights ................................................................... 2-51
Replacement ............................................................ 8-22
Trunk light.................................................................. 2-53
Vanity mirror lights ............................................. 2-52
Warning lights, indicator lights and
audible reminders ................................................ 2-11
Xenon headlights.................................................. 2-35
Lights check/instrument panel........................ 2-11
Lights, Exterior and interior
light replacement ........................................................ 8-24
Loading information (See vehicle
loading information) .............................................. 10-19
Lock Automatic door locks........................................... 3-5
Door locks...................................................................... 3-4
Power door lock ....................................................... 3-4
Rear hatch lock...................................................... 3-17
Trunk lid ....................................................................... 3-19
Locking with mechanical key ................................ 3-4
Low tire pressure warning light ...................... 2-13
Low tire pressure warning system (See
Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS)) ..... 5-3M
Maintenance Battery........................................................................\
... 8-11
General maintenance........................................... 9-2
Inside the vehicle..................................................... 9-3
Maintenance indicators................................... 2-24
Maintenance log.................................................... 9-11
Maintenance precautions................................. 8-2
Maintenance requirement................................ 9-2
Maintenance schedules...................................... 9-6
Maintenance under severe
driving conditions ................................................ 9-10
Outside the vehicle ................................................ 9-2
Seat belt maintenance..................................... 1-16
Standard maintenance ....................................... 9-7
Maintenance schedules.............................................. 9-6
Malfunction indicator light (MIL)...................... 2-16
Manual front seat adjustment .............................. 1-4
Map lights ........................................................................\
.. 2-51
Master warning light................................................. 2-14
Mechanical key (Intelligent Key system) ....... 3-3
Meter Trip computer ......................................................... 2-25
Meters and gauges ........................................................ 2-5 Instrument brightness control .................. 2-38
Mirror Inside mirror ............................................................. 3-38
Outside mirrors ...................................................... 3-39
Vanity mirror ............................................................ 3-41
Multi-function controller............................................ 4-4
N
New vehicle break-in ................................................ 5-24
NISSAN Vehicle Immobilizer System ............ 2-32
NISSAN voice recognition system ............... 4-105 No key warning............................................................. 2-20
O
Odometer........................................................................\
....... 2-6
Off-road recovery ............................................................ 5-6
Oil
Capacities and
recommended fluids/lubricants............... 10-2
Changing engine oil and filter ...................... 8-6
Checking engine oil level................................... 8-6
Engine oil.....................................................................\
... 8-6
Engine oil viscosity .............................................. 10-7
Oil filter replacement indicator ................. 2-24
Opening the soft top................................................ 3-22
Operation, Operational indicators ................. 2-20
Outside mirrors ............................................................. 3-39
Overheat, If your vehicle overheats.............. 6-17
Owner’s Manual/Service Manual
order information..................................................... 10-26
P
Panic alarm....................................................................... 3-14
Parking Brake break-in ........................................................ 5-28
Parking brake operation................................. 5-21
Parking on hills....................................................... 5-26
Performance dampers ............................................ 5-32
Phone Bluetooth® hands-free phone system
(models with navigation system) ............ 4-82
Bluetooth® hands-free phone system
(models without navigation system) ..... 4-92
Car phone or CB radio ..................................... 4-81
Power Front seat adjustment ........................................ 1-3
Power door lock ....................................................... 3-4
Power outlet............................................................. 2-43
Power steering ....................................................... 5-27
Power steering fluid .............................................. 8-8
Power windows ..................................................... 2-48
Precautions ...................................................................... 5-22 Audio operation..................................................... 4-37
Braking precautions........................................... 5-27
Child restraints ....................................................... 1-20
Cruise control operations.............................. 5-18
Maintenance................................................................ 8-2
Seat belt usage ...................................................... 1-10
Supplemental restraint system................. 1-31
When starting and driving................................ 5-2
Predictive course line settings.......................... 4-28
Push starting................................................................\
... 6-17
Push warning (Automatic
Transmission models).............................................. 2-21
Push-button ignition switch....................... 5-8, 5-9
R
Radio........................................................................\
.............. 4-37 Car phone or CB radio ..................................... 4-81
Rapid air pressure loss................................................ 5-6
Readiness for inspection/maintenance
(I/M) test........................................................................\
... 10-25
Rear hatch........................................................................\
. 3-17
Rear hatch opener ..................................................... 3-17
Rear hatch opener switch.................................... 3-17
Rear hatch release switch.................................... 3-18
Rear parcel box ............................................................. 2-46
Rear window defroster switch ......................... 2-34
RearView Monitor (center display type) .... 4-24
RearView monitor (Mirror display type)..... 4-17
Recorders, Event data .......................................... 10-25 Registering your vehicle in
another country ........................................................ 10-12
Remote keyless entry system ........................... 3-13
Repairing flat tire (with emergency tire
puncture repair kit) ........................................................ 6-9
Reporting safety defects .................................... 10-24
Resetting
Fuel consumption ................................................ 2-26
Roadside assistance program .............................. 6-2
Rollover ........................................................................\
............ 5-6
Roof, Soft top.................................................................. 3-22
S
Safety, Child seat belts............................................ 1-17
Satellite radio operation ........................................ 4-59
Seat adjustment Front manual seat adjustment .................... 1-4
Front power seat adjustment ....................... 1-3
Front seats.................................................................... 1-3
Seat belt(s)
Child safety................................................................ 1-17
Infants.................................................................\
........... 1-17
Injured persons ...................................................... 1-13
Larger children ....................................................... 1-18
Precautions on seat belt usage................ 1-10
Pregnant women.................................................. 1-13
Seat belt cleaning ................................................... 7-8
Seat belt extenders............................................. 1-16
Seat belt maintenance..................................... 1-16
Seat belt warning light
and chime.................................................... 1-12, 2-14
Seat belts .................................................................... 1-10
Seat belts with pretensioners .................... 1-44
Three-point type ................................................... 1-13
Seat(s) Climate controlled seats................................. 2-41 Heated seats ............................................................ 2-40
Seats ........................................................................\
.......... 1-2
Secondary rear hatch release........................... 3-19
Secondary trunk lid release ................................ 3-21
Security system (NISSAN Vehicle
Immobilizer System), Engine start ................. 2-32
Security system, Vehicle
security system ............................................................. 2-30
Servicing air conditioner........................................ 4-36
SETTING button ............................................................ 4-11
Shift lever, Shift lock release............................... 5-17
Shift lock release, Transmission ...................... 5-17
Shift “P” warning (Automatic
Transmission models).............................................. 2-21
Shifting Automatic transmission.................................. 5-12
Manual transmission ......................................... 5-17
Soft top Care and cleaning................................................... 7-3
If the top does not open or close........... 3-29
Opening using the Intelligent Key .......... 3-27
Soft top indicator light...................... 2-17, 3-25
Soft top operation ............................................... 3-22
Spare tire........................................................................\
. 10-10
Spark plugs....................................................................... 8-14
Speedometer ...................................................................... 2-6
Standard maintenance ................................... 9-7, 9-8
Starting Before starting the engine............................ 5-11
Jump starting .......................................................... 6-15
Precautions when starting
and driving.................................................................... 5-2
Push starting............................................................ 6-17
Starting the engine............................................. 5-11
STATUS button .................................................................. 4-8
Status light, Front passenger air bag ......... 1-39
11-5