Off-Road Maintenance:Check the follow-
ing items frequently whenever you drive
off-road through deep sand, mud or water:
• Brake pads and rotors
• Brake lines and hoses
• Differential, transmission and transfer case oil
• Steering linkage
• Propeller shaf t(s) and front drive shaf ts
• Engine air filter
• Clutch housing drain (4WD only) To help ensure smooth, safe and economi-
cal driving, NISSAN provides two mainte-
nance schedules that may be used, de-
pending upon the conditions in which you
usually drive. These schedules contain
both distance and time intervals, up to
120,000 miles (192,000 km)/96 months. For
most people, the odometer reading will in-
dicate when service is needed. However, if
you drive very little, your vehicle should be
serviced at the regular time intervals
shown in the schedule.
Af ter 120,000 miles (192,000 km)/96
months, continue maintenance at the
same mileage/time intervals.
ADDITIONAL MAINTENANCE ITEMS
FOR SEVERE OPERATING
CONDITIONS
Additional maintenance items for severe
operating conditions
should be per-
formed on vehicles that are driven under
especially demanding conditions. Addi-
tional maintenance items should be per-
formed if you primarily operate your vehicle
under the following conditions:
• Repeated short trips of less than 5 miles in normal temperatures or less than 10
miles in freezing temperatures. • Stop-and-go traffic in hot weather or low
speed driving for long distances.
• Driving in dusty conditions or on rough, muddy or salt-spread roads.
• Towing a trailer, or using a camper or car- top carrier.
If your vehicle is mainly operated under the
severe conditions, follow the severe main-
tenance intervals shown in the mainte-
nance schedule.
MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES
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ENGINE OIL AND OIL FILTER
RECOMMENDATIONS
Selecting the correct oil
It is essential to choose the correct grade,
quality and viscosity engine oil to ensure
satisfactory engine life and performance.
For additional information, see “Recom-
mended fluids/lubricants and capacities”
(P. 10-2). NISSAN recommends the use of an
energy conserving oil in order to improve
fuel economy.Select only engine oils that meet the
American Petroleum Institute (API) certifi-
cation or International Lubricant Standard-
ization and Approval Committee (ILSAC)
certification and SAE viscosity standard.
These oils have the API certification mark
on the front of the container. Oils which do
not have the specified quality label should
not be used as they could cause engine
damage.
Oil additives
NISSAN does not recommend the use of oil
additives. The use of an oil additive is not
necessary when the proper oil type is used
and maintenance intervals are followed.
Oil which may contain foreign matter or
has been previously used should not be
used.
Oil viscosity
The engine oil viscosity or thickness
changes with temperature. Because of
this, it is important to select the engine oil
viscosity based on the temperatures at
which the vehicle will be operated before
the next oil change. Choosing an oil viscos-
ity other than that recommended could
cause serious engine damage.
Selecting the correct oil filter
Your new NISSAN vehicle is equipped with a
high-quality Genuine NISSAN oil filter. When
replacing, use a Genuine NISSAN oil filter or
its equivalent for the reason described in
“Change intervals.”
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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
• towing a trailer
• stop and go commuting For additional information, see the “Mainte-
nance 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 oil) or the exact equivalents.
CAUTION
The use of any other refrigerant or oil
may cause severe damage to the air
conditioning system and may 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. Air conditioner sys-
tem should only be service by trained and
certified technicians to ensure proper and
safe operation (SAE J2845). A NISSAN dealer
has the trained technicians and equip-
ment needed to recover and recycle your
air conditioner system refrigerant. Only
new and SAE J2842 certified evaporator(s)
shall be used as replacement parts.
A damaged or leaking air conditioning
evaporator shall never be repaired or re-
placed with one removed from a used or
salvaged vehicle. To replace a damaged or
leaking evaporator, use only new and SAE
J2842 certified evaporator(s). It is recom-
mended that you visit a NISSAN dealer when
servicing your air conditioner system.
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11 Index
A
Active Brake Limited Slip (ABLS)
system.....................5-117Aiming control, headlights.........2-49Air bag (See supplemental restraint
system).....................1-53Air bag system
Front (See supplemental front impact
air bag system)
...........1-60, 1-75Air bag warning labels............1-82Air bag warning light.........1-82, 2-16Air bag warning light,
supplemental..............1-82, 2-16Air cleaner...................8-21Air cleaner housing filter..........8-21Air conditionerAir conditioner operation. . . .4-32, 4-38Air conditioner specification label. .10-20Air conditioner system refrigerant
recommendations............10-8Air conditioner system refrigerant and
oil recommendations..........10-8Heater and air conditioner (automatic)
(if so equipped)..............4-37Heater and air conditioner
controls.................. .4-38Servicing air conditioner........4-42Air flow charts................4-33Alarm system (See vehicle security
system).................... .2-37
Anchor point locations...........1-32Antenna....................4-43Anti-lock brake warning light.......2-13Anti-lock Braking System (ABS)......5-116Antifreeze...................5-127Autolight switch...............2-44Automatic
Automatic power window switch. . .2-83Driving with automatic
transmission................5-18Automatic anti-glare inside mirror. . . .3-31Automatic door locks.............3-8Automatic Emergency Braking
(AEB)...................2-17,2-21Automatic Emergency Braking (AEB) with
Pedestrian Detection............5-80Automatic transmission fluid temperature
gauge......................2-10
B
Battery.................5- 127, 8-16Charge warning light...........2-14Battery replacement............8-27Key fob...................8-27NISSAN Intelligent Key®.........8-27Before starting the engine.........5-16Belt (See drive belt)..............8-19Blind Spot Warning (BSW)..........5-32
Block heater
Engine...................5-128Booster seats................ .1-49Brake
Anti-lock Braking System (ABS). . . .5-116Brake fluid.................8-14Brake light (See stop light).......8-32Brake system...............5-115Brake warning light............2-14Brake wear indicators.......2-22,8-23Parking brake operation.........5-23Self-adjusting brakes..........8-23Brake Assist..................5-117Brake fluid...................8-14Brake system................5-115Brakes.....................8-23Break-in schedule.............5-103Brightness controlInstrument panel.............2-50Bulb check/instrument panel.......2-13Bulb replacement..............8-32
C
C.M.V.S.S. certification label........10-18Capacities and recommended
fuel/lubricants................10-2Car phone or CB radio...........4-88Cargo (See vehicle loading
information)................ .10-22
Cargo light switch...............2-52Check tire pressure..........2-32, 2-34Child restraints.......1-25,1-26,1-28,1-30LATCH (Lower Anchors and Tethers for
CHildren) System..............1-30Precautions on child
restraints........1-34, 1-40, 1-45, 1-49Top tether strap anchor point
locations.................. .1-32Child safety rear door lock..........3-9Cleaning exterior and interior......7-2,7-4Climate control seat switch.........2-52Cold weather driving............5-127Console light..................2-88Controls
Heater and air conditioner controls. .4-38Heater and air conditioner controls
(manual)...................4-29CoolantCapacities and recommended
fuel/lubricants
...............10-2Changing engine coolant.........8-6Checking engine coolant level......8-6Engine coolant temperature gauge. . .2-8Corrosion protection..............7-7Cruise control.............5-49, 5-50Cup holders..................2-76Curtain side-impact and rollover air
bag........................1-78
D
Daytime Running Light System. . .2-49, 8-30
Digital video disc DVD............4-43Dimensions and weights..........10-11Dimmer switch for instrument panel. . .2-50DisplayInformation display............2-22Door locks................... .3-4Drive belt....................8-19Driving
Cold weather driving...........5-127Driving with automatic
transmission................5-18Precautions when starting and
driving................. .5-4, 5-10Driving the vehicle...............5-18Dual power moonroof............2-85
E
Eco Drive Report...............5-113Economy - fuel................5-105Electronic locking rear differential (E-Lock)
system.....................5-112Electronic locking rear differential (E-Lock)
system switch.................2-59Emergency engine shutoff.......5-15,6-2Emission control information label. . . .10-19Emission control system warranty. . . .10-57Engine
Before starting the engine........5-16Block heater................5-128Capacities 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 compartment check
locations.................. .8-3Engine coolant temperature gauge. . .2-8Engine cooling system...........8-5Engine oil...................8-7Engine oil and oil filter
recommendation.............10-7Engine oil pressure gauge........2-10Engine oil pressure warning light. . . .2-15Engine oil viscosity.............10-7Engine serial number..........10-18Engine specifications...........10-9Starting the engine............5-16Engine coolant temperature gauge. . . .2-8Engine oil pressure gauge..........2-10Event Data recorders............10-60Exhaust gas (Carbon monoxide)......5-4Explanation of maintenance items.....9-2Explanation of scheduled maintenance
items...................... .9-5Extended storage switch..........2-68Eyeglass case.................2-75
F
Flashers (See hazard warning flasher
switch)......................6-2Flat tire......................6-3Floor mat positioning aid...........7-6
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FluidBrake fluid..................8-14Capacities and recommended
fuel/lubricants...............10-2Engine coolant................8-5Engine oil...................8-7Power steering fluid............8-13Windshield-washer fluid.........8-15Fog light switch................2-51Front air bag system (See supplemental
restraint system)............1-60, 1-75Front and rear sonar system.......5-122Front power seat adjustment........1-6Front seats....................1-2Front-door pocket..............2-69FuelCapacities and recommended
fuel/lubricants
...............10-2Fuel economy...............5-105Fuel gauge................. .2-9Fuel octane rating.............10-6Fuel recommendation..........10-4Loose fuel cap warning..........2-32Fuel Cell Vehicle (FCV) System
Tire pressure................8-35Fuel efficient driving tips..........5-104Fuel gauge................... .2-9Fuel-filler door.................3-25Fuses......................8-24Fusible links..................8-25
G
Garage door opener, HomeLink® Universal
Transceiver........2-89, 2-90, 2-92, 2-93Gauge
Automatic transmission fluid temperature
gauge
.....................2-10Engine coolant temperature gauge. . .2-8Engine oil pressure gauge........2-10Fuel gauge................. .2-9Odometer...................2-7Speedometer.................2-7Tachometer.................2-8Trip odometer................2-7Voltmeter..................2-10General maintenance.............9-2Glove box....................2-72Grocery hooks.................2-79
H
Hazard warning flasher switch........6-2Head restraints.................1-11Headlight aiming control..........2-49Headlight and turn signal switch.....2-43Headlight control switch...........2-43Headlights...................8-29Headlights, aiming control.........2-49Heated rear seats...............2-55Heated seats................. .2-54Heated steering wheel switch.......2-56
Heater
Heater and air conditioner (automatic)
(if so equipped)
...............4-37Heater and air conditioner controls. .4-38Heater operation..........4-30, 4-39Heater and air conditioner (automatic). .4-37Hill descent control switch.........2-58Hill descent control system........5-121Hill start assist system...........5-122HomeLink® Universal
Transceiver........2-89, 2-90, 2-92, 2-93Hood.......................3-25HookLuggage hook...............2-80Horn...................... .2-52
I
Ignition switch
Push-button ignition switch.......5-12Immobilizer system..........2-38, 5-16In-cabin microfilter..............8-21Increasing fuel economy..........5-105Indicator lights and audible reminders
(See warning/indicator lights and audible
reminders)
...................2-13Inside automatic anti-glare mirror.....3-31Instrument brightness control.......2-50Instrument panel.............0-6, 2-4Instrument panel dimmer switch.....2-50Intelligent Around View Monitor.......4-11Intelligent Cruise Control (ICC).......5-51Intelligent Driver Alertness (I-DA).....5-101
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