
Some day-to-day and regular mainte-
nance is essential to maintain your vehicle
good mechanical condition, as well as its
emissions and engine performance.
It is the owner's responsibility to make sure
that the scheduled maintenance, as well as
general maintenance, is performed.
As the vehicle owner, you are the only one
who can ensure that your vehicle receives
proper maintenance. You are a vital link in
the maintenance chain.
GENERAL MAINTENANCE
General maintenance includes those items
which should be checked during normal
day-to-day operation. They are essential
for proper vehicle operation. It is your re-
sponsibility to perform these procedures
regularly as prescribed.
Performing general maintenance checks
requires minimal mechanical skill and only
a few general automotive tools.
These checks or inspections can be done
by yourself, a qualified technician or, if you
prefer, a NISSAN dealer.
SCHEDULED MAINTENANCE
The maintenance items listed in this sec-
tion are required to be serviced at regular
intervals. However under severe driving
conditions, additional or more frequent
maintenance will be required.
WHERE TO GO FOR SERVICE
If maintenance service is required or your
vehicle appears to malfunction, have the
systems checked and serviced. It is recom-
mended that you visit a NISSAN dealer for
this service.
NISSAN technicians are well-trained spe-
cialists and are kept up-to-date with the
latest service information through techni-
cal bulletins, service tips and training pro-
grams. They are fully qualified to work on
NISSAN vehiclesbeforework begins.
If your vehicle is involved in a collision, it is
recommended that you ask your NISSAN
dealer where the nearest NISSAN Certified
Collision Center is located, or go to
http://collision.nissanusa.com.
You can be confident that a NISSAN deal-
er's service department can perform the
service needed to meet the maintenance
requirements on your vehicle. During the normal day-to-day operation of
the vehicle, general maintenance should
be performed regularly as prescribed in
this section. If you detect any unusual
sounds, vibrations or smells, be sure to
check for the cause or have it checked
promptly. In addition, it is recommended
that you visit a NISSAN dealer if you think
that repairs are required.
When performing any checks or mainte-
nance work, closely observe the “Mainte-
nance precautions” (P. 8-2).
EXPLANATION OF GENERAL
MAINTENANCE ITEMS

Fluid typeCapacity (approximate)
Recommended Fluids/Lubricants
Metric
Measure US
Measure Imperial
Measure
Fuel 55 L 14-1/2 gal 12-1/8 gal • For additional information, see “Fuel recommendation” (P. 10-3).
Engine oil*1
Drain and refill
*1: For additional infor-
mation, see “Engine oil”
(P. 8-7). With oil filter
change 4.6 L 4-7/8 qt 4 qt • Genuine “NISSAN Motor Oil 5W-30 SN” (or equivalent) is recommended.
• 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 un-
der NISSAN’s New Vehicle Limited Warranty. For additional information, see
“Engine oil and oil filter recommendations” (P. 10-6).
Without oil
filter change 4.3 L 4-1/2 qt 3-3/4 qt
Engine coolant
with reservoir 7.6 L 2 gal 1-5/8 gal• Pre-diluted Genuine NISSAN Long Life Antifreeze/Coolant (blue) or
equivalent
Continuously Variable Transmission
(CVT) fluid Refill to the proper level according to the
instructions in the “Do-it-yourself ” section of this manual. • 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. Dam-
age caused by the use of fluids other than as recommended is not covered
under NISSAN's New Vehicle Limited Warranty outlined in your Warranty In-
formation Booklet.
Brake fluid Refill to the proper level according to the
instructions in the “Do-it-yourself ” section of this manual. • Genuine NISSAN Super Heavy Duty Brake Fluid or equivalent DOT 3
• Available in mainland USA through a NISSAN dealer.
Multi-purpose grease — — — • NLGI No. 2 (Lithium Soap base)
Air conditioning system refrigerant — — — • HFO-1234yf (R-1234yf )
• For additional information, see “Air conditioner specification label” (P. 10-7).
Air conditioning system oil — — — • Genuine NISSAN A/C System Oil Type PAG (VC100YF) or equivalent
• For additional information, see “Air conditioner specification label” (P. 10-7).
Windshield-washer fluid 4.5 L 1-1/4 gal 1 gal • Genuine NISSAN Windshield Washer Concentrate Cleaner & Antifreeze or
equivalent
RECOMMENDED FLUIDS/
LUBRICANTS AND CAPACITIES
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Change intervals
The oil and oil filter change intervals for
your engine are based on the use of the
specified quality oils and filters. Using en-
gine oil and filters that are not of the speci-
fied quality, or exceeding recommended oil
and filter change intervals could reduce
engine life. Damage to the engine caused
by improper maintenance or use of incor-
rect oil and filter quality and/or viscosity is
not covered by the NISSAN New Vehicle
Limited Warranty.
Your engine was filled with a high-quality
engine oil when it was built. You do not have
to change the oil before the first recom-
mended change interval. Oil and filter
change intervals depend upon how you
use your vehicle.
Operation under the following conditions
may require more frequent oil and filter
changes:
• repeated short distance driving at coldoutside temperatures
• driving in dusty conditions
• extensive idling
• stop and go commuting For additional information, refer to the
“Maintenance and schedules” section of
this manual.
AIR CONDITIONER SYSTEM
REFRIGERANT AND OIL
RECOMMENDATIONS
The air conditioner system in your
NISSAN vehicle must be charged with the
refrigerant HFO-1234yf (R-1234yf ) and
NISSAN A/C system oil Type PAG
(VC100YF) or the exact equivalents.
CAUTION
The use of any other refrigerant or oil
will cause severe damage to the air
conditioning system and will require
the replacement of all air conditioner
system components. The refrigerant HFO-1234yf (R-1234yf ) in
your NISSAN vehicle does not harm the
earth's ozone layer. Although this refriger-
ant does not affect the earth's atmo-
sphere, certain government regulations re-
quire the recovery and recycling of any
refrigerant during automotive air condi-
tioner system service. A NISSAN dealer has
the trained technicians and equipment
needed to recover and recycle your air con-
ditioner system refrigerant.
It is recommended that you visit a NISSAN
dealer when servicing your air conditioner
system.
Technical and consumer information10-7

Model2.0L 4 cylinder (MR20DE engine model)
Type Gasoline, 4-cycle, DOHC
Cylinder arrangement 4-cylinder, inline
Bore x Stroke in (mm) 3.307 x 3.547 (84 x 90.1)
Displacement cu in (cm
3)121.86 (1,997)
Firing order 1…3…4…2
Idle speed
No adjustment is necessary.
CVT (in position)
Ignition timing (degree B.T.D.C. at idle speed)
CO%atidle
Spark plug
FXE20HR-11
Spark plug gap (Nominal) in (mm) 0.043 (1.1)
Camshaf t operation Timing chain
This spark ignition system complies with the Canadian standard ICES-002.
SPECIFICATIONS
10-8Technical and consumer information

Cruise control..................5-17Cup holders..................2-28
D
D-ring..................2-28,10-17Daytime light system.............2-22Defroster switchRear window and outside mirror defroster
switch
.....................2-21Dimensions and weights..........10-9Dimmer switch for instrument panel. . .2-23Door locks................ .3-3, 3-4Door open warning light...........2-10Drive belt....................8-14Driving
Cold weather driving...........5-32Driving with Continuously Variable
Transmission (CVT)..........5-8, 5-12Precautions when starting and
driving.....................5-2Driving the vehicle...............5-11
E
Economy - fuel................5-20Emission control information label. . . .10-11Emission control system warranty. . . .10-21EngineBefore starting the engine........5-9Capacities and recommended
fuel/lubricants...............10-2Changing engine coolant.........8-6
Changing engine oil.............8-7Changing engine oil filter.........8-7Checking engine coolant level......8-6Checking engine oil level..........8-7Engine cooling system...........8-5Engine oil...................8-7Engine oil and oil filter
recommendation.............10-6Engine oil pressure warning light. . . .2-10Engine oil viscosity.............10-6Engine serial number..........10-10Engine specifications...........10-8Starting the engine............5-10Engine Block Heater.............5-34Event Data recorders............10-23Exhaust gas (Carbon monoxide)......5-2Explanation of maintenance items.....9-2Explanation of scheduled maintenance
items...................... .9-5Extended storage switch..........8-20
F
F.M.V.S.S. certification label.........10-11Flashers (See hazard warning flasher
switch)......................6-2Flat tire...................6-2,6-3Floor mat positioning aid...........7-5Fluid
Brake fluid..................8-10Capacities and recommended
fuel/lubricants...............10-2
Continuously Variable Transmission (CVT)
fluid......................8-10Engine coolant................8-5Engine oil...................8-7Windshield-washer fluid..........8-11Front air bag system (See supplemental
restraint system)...............1-38Front seats....................1-2Front-door pocket...............2-27FuelCapacities and recommended
fuel/lubricants
...............10-2Fuel economy...............5-20Fuel gauge................. .2-6Fuel octane rating.............10-5Fuel recommendation..........10-3Fuel-filler door and cap..........3-14Fuel-filler door lock opener lever. . . .3-14Loose fuel cap warning..........2-5Fuel efficient driving tips...........5-19Fuel gauge................... .2-6Fuel-filler door.................3-14Fuses.......................8-18Fusible links...................8-19
G
Gas cap.....................3-14Gauge
Fuel gauge................. .2-6Speedometer..............2-3, 2-4Tachometer.................2-6Trip computer................2-7
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Trip odometer.............2-3, 2-4General maintenance.............9-2Glove box....................2-27
H
Hazard warning flasher switch........6-2Head restraints.................1-7Headlight and turn signal switch......2-21Headlight control switch...........2-21Headlights...................8-22HeaterHeater and air conditioner controls. .4-10Heater operation..............4-12Hill start assist system............5-28Hood.......................3-13Horn.......................2-24
I
Ignition switch................. .5-8Immobilizer system........2-18,3-2,5-9Important vehicle information label. . .10-11Increasing fuel economy..........5-20Indicator lights and audible reminders
(See warning/indicator lights and audible
reminders)
................... .2-8Instrument brightness control.......2-23Instrument panel.............0-6, 2-2Instrument panel dimmer switch.....2-23Interior light...............2-32, 2-33
J
Jump starting..............6-10,8-13
K
Key.........................3-2Key fob battery replacement........8-21Keyless entry
Without Intelligent Key system
(See remote keyless
entry system)
.............3-10,3-11KeysNISSAN Vehicle Immobilizer System
keys
......................3-2
L
LabelTire warning................10-12LabelsAir conditioner specification label. . .10-12C.M.V.S.S. certification label.......10-11Emission control information label. .10-11Engine serial number..........10-10F.M.V.S.S. certification label........10-11Tire and Loading Information label. .10-11Vehicle identification number (VIN). .10-10Vehicle identification number (VIN)
plate.................... .10-10Warning labels (for SRS)..........1-48
License plate
Installing the license plate........10-14LightAir bag warning light........1-49, 2-11Brake light (See stop light)........8-27Bulb check/instrument panel......2-9Bulb replacement.............8-27Charge warning light...........2-10Headlight and turn signal switch. . . .2-21Headlight control switch.........2-21Headlights..................8-22Interior light.............2-32, 2-33Light bulbs.................8-22Low tire pressure warning light.....2-12Low windshield-washer fluid warning
light......................2-14Passenger air bag and status light. . .1-40Security indicator light...........2-11Warning/indicator lights and audible
reminders.................. .2-8Lights......................8-22Map lights..................2-33Lock
Door locks................3-3, 3-4Fuel-filler door lock opener lever. . . .3-14Power door locks..............3-6Low fuel warning light............2-12Low tire pressure warning light.......2-12Low windshield-washer fluid warning
light........................2-14Luggage (See vehicle loading
information)................. .10-14
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M
MaintenanceGeneral maintenance...........9-2Inside the vehicle..............9-3Maintenance precautions.........8-2Outside the vehicle.............9-2Seat belt maintenance..........1-18Under the hood and vehicle.......9-4Maintenance requirements..........9-2Maintenance schedules............9-7Malfunction indicator light......2-10,2-14Manual front seat adjustment........1-3Map lights................... .2-33Meters and gauges...............2-3Instrument brightness control.....2-23Mirror
Outside mirrors...............3-17Rearview...................3-17Mirrors......................3-17
N
NISSAN Vehicle Immobilizer
System...................2-18,5-9NissanConnect® Owner's Manual......4-2
O
Octane rating (See fuel octane rating). .10-5Odometer/Twin trip odometer.......2-4
OilCapacities and recommended
fuel/lubricants
...............10-2Changing engine oil.............8-7Changing engine oil filter.........8-7Checking engine oil level..........8-7Engine oil...................8-7Engine oil and oil filter
recommendation.............10-6Engine oil viscosity.............10-6Outside mirrors................3-17OverheatIf your vehicle overheats.........6-12Owner's manual order form........10-23Owner's manual/service manual order
information................. .10-23
P
Parking
Parking/parking on hills..........5-21Parking brake..................5-17PowerPower door locks..............3-6Power outlet................2-26Power steering system..........5-22Power windows..............2-29Power outlet..................2-26Power steering.................5-22PrecautionsMaintenance precautions.........8-2
Precautions on booster
seats............1-21,1-23,1-24,1-28Precautions on child
restraints.........1-21,1-23,1-24,1-28Precautions on seat belt usage.....1-11Precautions on supplemental restraint
system................... .1-31Precautions when starting and
driving.....................5-2Push starting..................6-12
R
Radio
Car phone or CB radio..........4-18Readiness for inspection maintenance (I/M)
test...................... .10-22Rear Sonar System (RSS)..........5-28Rear sonar system OFF switch.......2-25Rear window and outside mirror defroster
switch......................2-21Rearview mirror................3-17RearView Monitor.............4-3, 4-5Recommended Fluids............10-2Recorders
Event Data................ .10-23Refrigerant recommendation........10-7Registering a vehicle in another
country.................... .10-10Remote keyless entry system. . . .3-10, 3-11Reporting safety defects (US only). . . .10-21
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S
SafetyChild seat belts.....1-21,1-23,1-24,1-28Reporting safety defects (US only). . .10-21Seat adjustmentFront manual seat adjustment......1-3Seat beltChild safety.................1-19Infants and small children.....1-19,1-20Injured person................1-14Larger children...............1-20Precautions on seat belt usage.....1-11Pregnant women..............1-14Seat belt extenders............1-18Seat belt maintenance..........1-18Seat belts................1-11,7-5Shoulder belt height adjustment. . . .1-17Three-point type with retractor.....1-14Seat belt extenders..............1-18Seat belt warning light.........1-14,2-11SeatsAdjustment..................1-2Front seats..................1-2Manual front seat adjustment......1-3Seats/floor mats................7-4Security indicator light............2-11Security system (NISSAN Vehicle Immobilizer
System), engine start..........2-18,5-9Security systemsVehicle security system..........2-17Self-adjusting brakes.............8-17Service manual order form........10-23Servicing air conditioner...........4-18
Shif tingContinuously Variable Transmission
(CVT)
.....................5-13Shoulder belt height adjustment......1-17Sliding doorManual sliding door.............3-7SonarRear system................5-28Spark plug replacement...........8-14Spark plugs...................8-14Specifications................ .10-8Speedometer...............2-3, 2-4SRS warning label...............1-48Stability control................5-25Standard maintenance............9-8Starting
Before starting the engine........5-9Jump starting............6-10,8-13Precautions when starting and
driving.....................5-2Push starting................6-12Starting the engine............5-10Starting the engine..............5-10SteeringPower steering system..........5-22Stop light....................8-27Storage.....................2-27D-ring....................2-28Storage tray..................2-27Sun visors....................3-16Supplemental air bag warning labels. . .1-48Supplemental air bag warning
light................... .1-49, 2-11
Supplemental front impact air bag
system..................... .1-38Supplemental restraint system
Information and warning labels.....1-48Precautions on supplemental restraint
system................... .1-31Supplemental restraint system
(Supplemental air bag system).......1-31Switch
Automatic power window switch. . . .2-31Hazard warning flasher switch......6-2Headlight and turn signal switch. . . .2-21Headlight control switch.........2-21Ignition switch................5-8Instrument brightness control.....2-23Power door lock switch..........3-6Rear sonar system OFF switch.....2-25Rear window and outside mirror defroster
switch.....................2-21Turn signal switch.............2-23
T
Tachometer.................. .2-6Thef t (NISSAN Vehicle Immobilizer System),
engine start................2-18,5-9Three-way catalyst...............5-2Tire
Flat tire..................6-2,6-3Spare tire.................. .6-4Tire and Loading Information label. .10-11Tire chains.................8-36Tire pressure................8-29
11-5