illuminates (for 4WD models).
See “Vehicle Dynamic Control (VDC) warn-
ing light” (P.2-19) and “Vehicle Dynamic
Control (VDC) off indicator light” (P.2-19).
The computer has a built-in diagnostic
feature that tests the system each time
you start the engine and move the vehicle
forward or in reverse at a slow speed.
When the self-test occurs, you may hear a
“clunk” noise and/or feel a pulsation in the
brake pedal. This is normal and is not an
indication of a malfunction.
WARNING
.The VDC system is designed to
help improve driving stability but
does not prevent accidents due
to abrupt steering operation at
high speeds or by careless or
dangerous driving techniques.
Reduce vehicle speed and be
especially careful when driving
and cornering on slippery sur-
faces and always drive carefully.
. Do not modify the vehicle’s sus-
pension. If suspension parts such
as shock absorbers, struts,
springs, stabilizer bars, bushings
and wheels are not NISSAN re-
commended for your vehicle or are extremely deteriorated, the
VDC system may not operate
properly. This could adversely
affect vehicle handling perfor-
mance, and the VDC warning light
may illuminate.
. If brake related parts such as
brake pads, rotors and calipers
are not NISSAN recommended or
are extremely deteriorated, the
VDC system may not operate
properly and the VDC warning
light
may illuminate.
. If engine control related parts are
not NISSAN recommended or are
extremely deteriorated, the VDC
warning light
may illuminate.
. When driving on extremely in-
clined surfaces such as higher
banked corners, the VDC system
may not operate properly and the
VDC warning light
may illumi-
nate. Do not drive on these types
of roads.
. When driving on an unstable sur-
face such as a turntable, ferry,
elevator or ramp, the VDC warn-
ing light
may illuminate. This
is not a malfunction. Restart the
engine after driving onto a stable
surface. .
If wheels or tires other than the
NISSAN recommended ones are
used, the VDC system may not
operate properly and the VDC
warning light
may illuminate.
. The VDC system is not a substi-
tute for winter tires or tire chains
on a snow covered road.
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9-6Maintenance and schedules
Replace engine oil and oil filter at the
specified intervals. For recommended oil
grade and viscosity refer to “Capacities
and recommended fluids/lubricants”
(P.10-2).
Engine valve clearance*:
Inspect only if valve noise increases.
Adjust valve clearance if necessary.
Evaporative Emissions Control Vapor
Lines*:
Check vapor lines for leaks or looseness.
Tighten connections or replace parts as
necessary.
Fuel filter:
Periodic maintenance is not required. (in-
tank type filter)
Fuel lines*:
Check the fuel hoses, piping and connec-
tions for leaks, looseness, or deterioration.
Tighten connections or replace parts as
necessary.
Spark plugs:
Replace at specified intervals. Install new
plugs of the type as originally equipped.CHASSIS AND BODY MAINTENANCE
Brake lines and cables:
Visually inspect for proper installation.
Check for chafing, cracks, deterioration,
and signs of leaking. Replace any deterio-
rated or damaged parts immediately.
Brake pads and rotors:
Check for wear, deterioration and fluid
leaks. Replace any deteriorated or da-
maged parts immediately.
Exhaust system:
Visually inspect the exhaust pipes, muffler
and hangers for leaks, cracks, deteriora-
tion, and damage. Tighten connections or
replace parts as necessary.
Propeller shaft(s):
Check for damage, looseness, and grease
leakage.
In-cabin microfilter:
Replace at specified intervals. When driv-
ing for prolonged periods in dusty condi-
tions, replace the filter more frequently.
Steering gear and linkage, axle and
suspension parts:
Check for damage, looseness, and leak-
age of oil or grease. Under severe driving
conditions, inspect more frequently.
Tire rotation:
Rotate tires at the specified interval. Whenrotating tires, check for damage and
uneven wear. Replace if necessary.
Transmission fluid/oil, differential oil:
Visually inspect for signs of leakage at
specified intervals.
Off-road maintenance:
Check the following items frequently
whenever you drive off-road through
deep sand, mud or water:
.
Brake pads and rotors
. Brake linings and drums
. Brake lines and hoses
. Differential, transmission and transfer
case oil
. Steering linkage
. Propeller shaft(s) and front drive
shafts
. Engine air filter
. Clutch housing drain (4WD models
only)
9-8Maintenance and schedules
The following shows the maintenance schedule.
Choose the maintenance schedule needed based on your vehicle driving conditions.
After 120,000 miles (192,000 km)/96 months, continue maintenance at the same mileage/time interval.
5,000 Miles/6 Months/8,000 KmStandard maintenance:
Not Applicable. Proceed to next interval.
Severe maintenance:
.Inspect brake pads and rotors.Inspect exhaust system.Inspect propeller shaft (4WD models).Inspect drive shaft boots (4WD models).Inspect steering gear and linkage.Inspect axle and suspension parts.Replace engine oil and oil filter
7,500 Miles/6 Months/12,000 KmStandard maintenance:.Replace engine oil and filter.Perform tire rotation
Severe maintenance:
Not Applicable. Proceed to next interval.
10,000 Miles/12 Months/16,000 KmStandard maintenance:
Not Applicable. Proceed to next interval.
Severe maintenance:
.Inspect brake pads and rotors.Inspect exhaust system.Inspect propeller shaft (4WD models).Inspect drive shaft boots (4WD models).Inspect steering gear and linkage.Inspect axle and suspension parts.Replace engine oil and oil filter.Replace brake fluid
STANDARD MAINTENANCE
15,000 Miles/12 Months/24,000 KmStandard maintenance:.Inspect brake lines and cables.Inspect brake pads and rotors.Inspect propeller shaft (4WD models).Inspect drive shaft boots (4WD models).Inspect transfer fluid.Inspect differential gear oil.Replace engine oil and oil filter.Replace in-cabin microfilter.Perform tire rotation.Lubricate propeller shaft grease (4WD
models)
Severe maintenance:
Not Applicable. Proceed to next interval.
15,000 Miles/18 Months/24,000
Km
Standard maintenance:
Not Applicable. Proceed to next interval.
Severe maintenance:
.Inspect brake pads and rotors.Inspect exhaust system.Inspect propeller shaft (4WD models).Inspect drive shaft boots (4WD models).Inspect steering gear and linkage.Inspect axle and suspension parts.Replace engine oil and oil filter
20,000 Miles/24 Months/32,000
Km
Standard maintenance:
Not Applicable. Proceed to next interval.
Severe maintenance:
.Inspect brake pads and rotors.Inspect exhaust system.Inspect propeller shaft (4WD models).Inspect drive shaft boots (4WD models).Inspect steering gear and linkage.Inspect axle and suspension parts.Replace engine oil and oil filter.Replace brake fluid.Replace transfer fluid.Replace differential gear oil
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9-10Maintenance and schedules
22,500 Miles/18 Months/36,000
Km
Standard maintenance:.Inspect Intelligent Key battery.Replace engine oil and oil filter.Perform tire rotation
Severe maintenance:
Not Applicable. Proceed to next interval.
25,000 Miles/30 Months/40,000
Km
Standard maintenance:
Not Applicable. Proceed to next interval.
Severe maintenance:
.Inspect brake pads and rotors.Inspect exhaust system.Inspect propeller shaft (4WD models).Inspect drive shaft boots (4WD models).Inspect steering gear and linkage.Inspect axle and suspension parts.Replace engine oil and oil filter
30,000 Miles/24 Months/48,000
Km
Standard maintenance:.Inspect brake lines and cables.Inspect brake pads and rotors.Inspect EVAP vapor lines.Inspect fuel lines.Inspect exhaust system.Inspect propeller shaft (4WD models).Inspect drive shaft boots (4WD models).Inspect steering gear and linkage.Inspect axle and suspension parts
.Inspect transfer fluid.Inspect differential gear oil.Replace air cleaner filter (1).Replace brake fluid.Replace engine oil and oil filter.Replace in-cabin microfilter.Perform tire rotation.Lubricate propeller shaft grease (4WD
models)
Severe maintenance:
Not Applicable. Proceed to next interval.
(1) If operating mainly in dusty conditions, more
frequent maintenance may be required.
30,000 Miles/36 Months/48,000
Km
Standard maintenance:
Not Applicable. Proceed to next interval.
Severe maintenance:
.Inspect brake pads and rotors.Inspect exhaust system.Inspect propeller shaft (4WD models).Inspect drive shaft boots (4WD models).Inspect steering gear and linkage.Inspect axle and suspension parts.Replace engine oil and oil filter.Replace brake fluid
35,000 Miles/42 Months/56,000
Km
Standard maintenance:
Not Applicable. Proceed to next interval.
Severe maintenance:
.Inspect brake pads and rotors.Inspect exhaust system.Inspect propeller shaft (4WD models).Inspect drive shaft boots (4WD models).Inspect steering gear and linkage.Inspect axle and suspension parts.Replace engine oil and oil filter
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9-12Maintenance and schedules
37,500 Miles/30 Months/60,000
Km
Standard maintenance:.Replace engine oil and oil filter.Perform tire rotation
Severe maintenance:
Not Applicable. Proceed to next interval.
40,000 Miles/48 Months/64,000
Km
Standard maintenance:
Not Applicable. Proceed to next interval.
Severe maintenance:
.Inspect brake pads and rotors.Inspect exhaust system.Inspect propeller shaft (4WD models).Inspect drive shaft boots (4WD models).Inspect steering gear and linkage.Inspect axle and suspension parts.Replace engine oil and oil filter.Replace brake fluid.Replace transfer fluid.Replace differential gear oil
45,000 Miles/36 Months/72,000
Km
Standard maintenance:.Inspect brake lines and cables.Inspect brake pads and rotors.Inspect propeller shaft (4WD models).Inspect drive shaft boots (4WD models).Inspect transfer fluid.Inspect differential gear oil.Replace engine oil and oil filter.Replace in-cabin microfilter.Replace Intelligent Key battery.Perform tire rotation.Lubricate propeller shaft grease (4WD
models)
Severe maintenance:
Not Applicable. Proceed to next interval.
45,000 Miles/54 Months/72,000
Km
Standard maintenance:
Not Applicable. Proceed to next interval.
Severe maintenance:
.Inspect brake pads and rotors.Inspect exhaust system.Inspect propeller shaft (4WD models).Inspect drive shaft boots (4WD models).Inspect steering gear and linkage.Inspect axle and suspension parts.Replace engine oil and oil filter
50,000 Miles/60 Months/80,000
Km
Standard maintenance:
Not Applicable. Proceed to next interval.
Severe maintenance:
.Inspect brake pads and rotors.Inspect exhaust system.Inspect propeller shaft (4WD models).Inspect drive shaft boots (4WD models).Inspect steering gear and linkage.Inspect axle and suspension parts.Replace engine oil and oil filter.Replace brake fluid
52,500 Miles/42 Months/84,000
Km
Standard maintenance:.Replace engine oil and oil filter.Perform tire rotation
Severe maintenance:
Not Applicable. Proceed to next interval.
Maintenance and schedules9-13