
CHECKING ENGINE OIL LEVEL
1. Park the vehicle on a level surface andapply the parking brake.
2. Start the engine and let it idle until it reaches operating temperature.
3. Turn off the engine. Wait more than 10
minutes for the oil to drain back into
the oil pan.
4. Remove the dipstick and wipe it clean. Reinsert it all the way. 5. Remove the dipstick again and check
the oil level. It should be between the H
(High) and L (Low) marksOB. This is the
normal operating oil level range. If the oil
level is below the L (Low) mark
OA,re-
move the oil filler cap and pour recom-
mended oil through the opening. Do not
overfill
OC.
6. Recheck oil level with the dipstick.
It is normal to add some oil between oil
maintenance intervals or during the
break-in period, depending on the sever-
ity of operating conditions.
CAUTION
Oil level should be checked regularly.
Operating the engine with an insuffi-
cient amount of oil can damage the en-
gine, and such damage is not covered
by warranty.
Make sure to follow the engine oil changing
intervals in the “Maintenance and sched-
ules” section of this manual. Operating un-
der the following conditions may require
more frequent oil change:
• Repeated short distance driving
• Driving in dusty conditions
• Stop and go commuting
CHANGING ENGINE OIL AND OIL
FILTER
For additional information on engine oil
and oil filter change, refer to the instruc-
tions outlined in this section.
Vehicle set-up
1. Park the vehicle on a level surface and apply the parking brake.
2. Run the engine until it reaches operating temperature.
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ENGINE OIL
Do-it-yourself8-7 

If any electrical equipment does not oper-
ate, check for an open fuse.
Fuses are used in the passenger and en-
gine compartment. Spare fuses are pro-
vided and can be found in the passenger
compartment fuse box.
When installing a fuse make sure the fuse is
installed in the fuse box securely.
NOTE:
Your vehicle may not be equipped with
all fuses listed on the fuse label.
ENGINE COMPARTMENT
LDI2384LDI3456
FUSES 

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 

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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