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8 Do-it-yourself
Maintenance precautions.......................8-2
Engine compartment check locations ...........8-3
Engine cooling system ..........................8-5
Checking engine coolant level ................8-6
Changing engine coolant ....................8-6
Engine oil .......................................8-7
Checking engine oil level .....................8-7
Changing engine oil and oil filter ..............8-7
Automatic Transmission Fluid (ATF) .............8-13
Power Steering Fluid (PSF) ......................8-13
Brake fluid ...................................... 8-14
Windshield-washer fluid ........................8-15
Windshield-washer fluid reservoir ...........8-15
Battery......................................... 8-16
Jump starting ............................... 8-19
Variable voltage control system (if so
equipped) ...................................... 8-19
Drive belt ....................................... 8-20
Spark plugs .................................... 8-20
Replacing spark plugs .......................8-20Air cleaner
..................................... 8-21
In-cabin microfilter .......................... 8-21
Windshield wiper blades ........................8-22
Cleaning .................................... 8-22
Replacing ................................... 8-22
Brakes ......................................... 8-23
Fuses .......................................... 8-24
Engine compartment .......................8-24
Passenger compartment ...................8-26
Battery replacement ........................... 8-27
NISSAN Intelligent Key® ......................8-27
Lights .......................................... 8-29
Headlights .................................. 8-29
Fog lights (if so equipped) ...................8-29
Exterior and interior lights ...................8-30
Wheels and tires ............................... 8-33
Tire pressure ................................ 8-33
Tire labeling .................................
8-37
T
ypes of tires ................................ 8-41
Tire chains .................................. 8-42
Changing wheels and tires ..................8-43
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5.6L 8 cylinder (VK56VD engine model)
(non-XD model)
1. Windshield-washer fluid reservoir
2. Fuse box3. Engine oil dipstick
4. Power steering fluid reservoir
5. Engine oil filler cap
6. Brake fluid reservoir7. Air cleaner
8. Fuse/Fusible link box
9. Drive belt location
10. Radiator cap
11. Battery
12. Engine coolant reservoir
LDI3292
ENGINE COMPARTMENT CHECK
LOCATIONS
Do-it-yourself8-3
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5.6L 8 cylinder (VK56VD engine model)
(XD model)
1. Windshield-washer fluid reservoir
2. Fuse box3. Engine oil dipstick
4. Power steering fluid reservoir
5. Engine oil filler cap
6. Brake fluid reservoir7. Air cleaner
8. Fuse/Fusible link box
9. Engine coolant reservoir
10. Drive belt location
11. Battery
12. Radiator cap
NOTE:
Your vehicle may not be equipped with
an engine cover.
LDI3293
8-4Do-it-yourself
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Under some driving or climate conditions,
occasional brake squeak, squeal or other
noise may be heard. Occasional brake
noise during light to moderate stops is nor-
mal and does not affect the function or
performance of the brake system.
Proper brake inspection intervals should
be followed.For additional information on
the appropriate maintenance schedule re-
garding brake inspections, see "Mainte-
nance schedules" (P. 9-7).
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.
ENGINE COMPARTMENT
WARNING
Never use a fuse of higher or lower am-
perage rating than that specified on
the fuse box cover. This could damage
the electrical system or electronic con-
trol units or cause a fire.
If any electrical equipment does not come
on, check for an open fuse.
1. Be sure the ignition switch and the head- light switch are OFF.
2. Open the engine hood.
LDI2385LDI2962
5.6L 8 cylinder (VK56VD engine model)
FUSES
8-24Do-it-yourself
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3. Remove the fuse box cover by pushingthe tab and lif ting the cover up.
4. Remove the fuse with the fuse puller. The fuse puller is located in the center of
the fuse block in the passenger
compartment. 5. If the fuse is open
OA, replace it with a
new fuse
OB.
6. If a new fuse also opens, have the elec- trical system checked and repaired. It is
recommended that you visit a NISSAN
dealer for this service.
Fusible links
If the electrical equipment does not oper-
ate and fuses are in good condition, check
the fusible links. If any of these fusible links
are melted, replace with only Genuine
NISSAN parts.
LDI3073
5.6L 8 cylinder (VK56VD engine model) (non-XD model)
LDI3074
5.6L 8 cylinder (VK56VD engine model) (XD model)
LDI0456
Do-it-yourself8-25
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PASSENGER COMPARTMENT
WARNING
Never use a fuse of higher or lower am-
perage rating than that specified on
the fuse box cover. This could damage
the electrical system or electronic con-
trol units or cause a fire.
If any electrical equipment does not oper-
ate, check for an open fuse.
1. Be sure the ignition switch and the head- light switch are OFF.
2. Open the glove box. 3. Remove the fuse box cover.
4. Locate the fuse that needs to be
replaced.
5. Remove the fuse with the fuse puller
OA. 6. If the fuse is open
OB, replace it with an
equivalent good fuse
OC.
7. Push the fuse box cover to install.
If a new fuse also opens, have the electrical
system checked and repaired. It is recom-
mended that you visit a NISSAN dealer for
this service.
LDI2883LDI2884LDI2760
8-26Do-it-yourself
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Wire color designation for electric trailer
brake controller jumper harness.
WIRE COLORNOTE
RED/GREEN Vehicle stop lamp
switch to trailer brake
controller.
BLACK Brake controller
ground (-).
BROWN/WHITE Trailer brake controller switched output.
RED/BLUE Trailer brake controller
illumination.
RED Fused trailer brake
controller battery feed
(B+).
4. Peel off the tape and connect the jumper harness to the connector
OB.
5. Release the parking brake.
6. Install the af termarket electric trailer brake controller according to the manu-
facturer's instructions.1Gain –
2Gain +
3Manual control lever
4Boost
LTI2229LTI2157
Technical and consumer information10-47
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Power steering fluid............8-13Windshield-washer fluid.........8-15Fog light switch................2-52Forward Driving AidsSystem Temporarily
Unavailable
.......2-37, 5-67, 5-87, 5-99Front air bag system (See supplemental
restraint system)............1-60, 1-76Front and rear sonar system.......5-124Front power seat adjustment........1-6Front seats....................1-2Front-door pocket..............2-70FuelCapacities and recommended
fuel/lubricants
...............10-2Fuel economy...............5-107Fuel gauge................. .2-9Fuel octane rating.............10-6Fuel recommendation..........10-4Loose fuel cap warning..........2-33Fuel Cell Vehicle (FCV) System
Tire pressure................8-33Fuel efficient driving tips..........5-106Fuel gauge................... .2-9Fuel-filler door.................3-23Fuses......................8-24Fusible links..................8-25
G
Garage door opener, HomeLink® Universal
Transceiver........2-90, 2-91, 2-93, 2-94
Gauge
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....................2-73Grocery hooks.................2-80
H
Hazard warning flasher switch........6-2Head restraints.................1-11Headlight aiming control..........2-50Headlight and turn signal switch.....2-45Headlight control switch..........2-45Headlights...................8-29Headlights, aiming control.........2-50Heated rear seats...............2-55Heated seats................. .2-54Heated steering wheel switch.......2-57Heater
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). .4-37
Hill descent control switch.........2-59Hill descent control system........5-122Hill start assist system...........5-123HomeLink® Universal
Transceiver........2-90, 2-91, 2-93, 2-94Hood.......................3-23HookLuggage hook...............2-81Horn...................... .2-52
I
Ignition switch
Push-button ignition switch.......5-13Immobilizer system..........2-40, 5-16In-cabin microfilter..............8-21Increasing fuel economy..........5-107Inside automatic anti-glare mirror. . . .3-29Instrument brightness control.......2-51Instrument panel.............0-6, 2-4Instrument panel dimmer switch.....2-51Intelligent Around View Monitor.......4-11Intelligent Cruise Control...........5-51Intelligent Driver Alertness (I-DA).....5-102Intelligent Forward Collision Warning
(I-FCW)..................... .5-90Intelligent Key system
Key operating range............3-10Key operation................3-11Mechanical key................3-3Remote keyless entry operation. . . .3-15Troubleshooting guide..........3-19Warning signals...............3-19
11-3