
CAUTION
• ONLY use spare tires specified for the
AWD model.
If excessive tire wear is found, it is recom-
mended that all four tires be replaced with
tires of the same size, brand, construction
and tread pattern. The tire pressure and
wheel alignment should also be checked and
corrected as necessary. It is recommended
that you visit a NISSAN dealer for this service.
All season tires
NISSAN specifies All Season tires on some
models to provide good performance all
year, including snowy and icy road condi-
tions. All Season tires are identified by ALL
SEASON and/or M&S on the tire sidewall.
Snow tires have better snow traction than
All Season tires and may be more appropri-
ate in some areas.
Summer tires
NISSAN specifies summer tires on some
models to provide superior performance
on dry roads. Summer tire performance is
substantially reduced in snow and ice.
Summer tires do not have the tire traction
rating “M&S” on the tire sidewall. If you plan to operate your vehicle in snowy
or icy conditions, NISSAN recommends the
use of SNOW tires or ALL SEASON tires on all
four wheels.
Snow tires
If snow tires are needed, it is necessary to
select tires equivalent in size and load rat-
ing to the original equipment tires. If you do
not, it can adversely affect the safety and
handling of your vehicle.
Generally, snow tires have lower speed rat-
ings than factory equipped tires and may
not match the potential maximum vehicle
speed. Never exceed the maximum speed
rating of the tire.
If you install snow tires, they must be the
same size, brand, construction and tread
pattern on all four wheels.
For additional traction on icy roads, stud-
ded tires may be used. However, some U.S.
states and Canadian provinces prohibit
their use. Check local, state and provincial
laws before installing studded tires. Skid
and traction capabilities of studded snow
tires on wet or dry surfaces may be poorer
than that of non-studded snow tires.
TIRE CHAINS
CAUTION
Only certain SAE class “S” tire chains
can be used on this vehicle. Using the
wrong Class “S” chains on this vehicle
will cause damage to the vehicle. If you
plan to use tire chains/cables, you
should use a tire chain that meets the
minimum clearances for your vehicle.
Do-it-yourself8-37

CHANGING WHEELS AND TIRES
Tire rotation
NISSAN recommends rotating the
tires every 5,000 miles (8,000 km) for
vehicles equipped with the 2.5L 4 cyl-
inder (PR25DD engine model) and
7,500 miles (12,000 km) for vehicles
equipped with the 2.0L 4 cylinder
(KR20DDET engine model).
For additional information on tire re-
placing procedures, “Flat tire” (P. 6-3).As soon as possible, tighten the
wheel nuts to the specified torque
with a torque wrench.
Wheel nut tightening torque:
83 f t-lb (113 N·m)
The wheel nuts must be kept tight-
ened to specifications at all times.
It is recommended that wheel nuts
be tightened to specification at
each tire rotation interval.
WARNING
• Af ter rotating the tires, check
and adjust the tire pressure.
• Retighten the wheel nuts when
the vehicle has been driven for
600 miles (1,000 km) (also in
cases of a flat tire, etc.).
• Do not include the spare tire in
the tire rotation. •
For additional information re-
garding tires, refer to “Impor-
tant Tire Safety Information”
(US) or “Tire Safety Informa-
tion” (Canada) in the Warranty
Information Booklet.WDI0258
Do-it-yourself8-39

How driving conditions affect OCS dis-
play timing
2.5L 4 cylinder (PR25DD engine model):
ConditionsDriving Scene Display timing
Light • Freeway driving
• City driving (flat/moderate hills)
• No towing or heavy loads
• No extended engine idling Normal
Extreme • Repeated short trips of less than 5 miles (8 km).
• Repeated short trips of less than 10 miles (16 km) with outside temperatures remaining
below freezing.
• Operating in hot weather in stop-and-go “rush hour” traffic.
• Extensive idling and/or low speed driving for long distances, such as police, taxi or door-to- door delivery use.
• Using a car-top carrier.
• Driving with frequent use of braking or in mountainous areas.
• Sustained high speed driving. Early
CAUTION
• If the oil replacement indicator is dis-
played, change the engine oil within
two weeks or less than 500 miles
(800 km).
• Operating your vehicle with deterio-
rated oil can damage the engine.
• If your oil replacement indicator re-
sets prematurely or becomes inop-
erative, please change the oil within
six months or 5,000 miles (8,000 km)
from your last oil change.
9-8Maintenance and schedules

2.0L 4 cylinder (KR20DDET engine
model):
ConditionsDriving Scene Display timing
Light • Freeway driving
• City driving (flat/moderate hills)
• No towing or heavy loads
• No extended engine idling Normal
Extreme • Repeated short trips of less than 5 miles (8 km).
• Repeated short trips of less than 10 miles (16 km) with outside temperatures remaining
below freezing.
• Operating in hot weather in stop-and-go “rush hour” traffic.
• Extensive idling and/or low speed driving for long distances, such as police, taxi or door-to- door delivery use.
• Using a car-top carrier.
• Driving with frequent use of braking or in mountainous areas.
• Sustained high speed driving. Early
CAUTION
• If the oil replacement indicator is dis-
played, change the engine oil within
two weeks or less than 500 miles
(800 km).
• Operating your vehicle with deterio-
rated oil can damage the engine.
• If your oil replacement indicator re-
sets prematurely or becomes inop-
erative, please change the oil within
six months or 3,750 miles (6,000 km)
from your last oil change.
Maintenance and schedules9-9

105,000 miles/(168,000 km)/
126 months
Perform at number of miles, kilometers or
months, whichever comes first.
Standard maintenance:
Inspections:
• Horn, lights, signals, wipers, rear hatch/hood lif t supports
• All fluids inspected (engine, wiper, brake, power steering, coolant)
• Engine drive belts and hose inspections
• Engine air filter
• Propeller shaf t (AWD models)
• Suspension components (shocks, sub- frame, tie rods)
• Differential and fluid (AWD models)
• Battery terminals and cables, battery test
• Tire pressure, treadwear and depth
Essentials:
• Tire rotation
• Replace spark plugs (1) (2)
• Engine coolant * (3) Severe use maintenance:
Inspections:
• Brake pads & rotors
• Exhaust system
• Propeller shaf t (AWD models)
• Steering gear & linkage
• Axle & suspension parts
• Drive shaf t boots
(1) Performed based on the number of
miles only
(2) Replace spark plug when the plug gap
exceeds 0.053 in (1.35 mm) even if within
specified periodic replacement mileage.
(3) First replacement interval is 105,000
miles (168,000 km) or 84 months. Af ter first
replacement, replace every 75,000 miles
(120,000 km) or 60 months.
* Maintenance items and intervals with“*”
are recommended by NISSAN for reliable
vehicle operation. The owner need not per-
form such maintenance in order to main-
tain the emission warranty or manufac-
turer recall liability. Other maintenance
items and intervals are required.
110,000 miles/(176,000 km)/
132 months
Perform at number of miles, kilometers or
months, whichever comes first.
Standard maintenance:
Inspections:
• Brake lines & cables
• Brake pads & rotors
• CVT transmission fluid
• Engine drive belts
• Propeller shaf t (AWD models)
• Differential gear oil (AWD models)
• Transfer case oil (AWD models)
• Drive shaf t boots
• Horn, lights, signals, wipers, rear hatch/
hood lif t supports
• All fluids inspected (engine, wiper, brake, power steering, coolant)
• Hose inspections
• Engine air filter
• Suspension components (shocks, sub- frame, tie rods)
• Differential and fluid (AWD models)
• Battery terminals and cables, battery test
• Tire pressure, treadwear and depth
Maintenance and schedules9-25

The following are approximate capacities. The actual refill capacities may be slightly different. When refilling, follow the procedure
described in the “Do-it-yourself ” section to determine the proper refill capacity.
Fluid typeCapacity (approximate)
Recommended Fluids/Lubricants
Metric
Measure US
Measure Imperial
Measure
Fuel FWD: 61.3 L 16 1/4 gal 13 1/2 gal
• For additional information, see “Fuel recommendation” (P. 10-4).
AWD: 60.6 L 16 gal 13 3/8 gal
Engine oil*1
Drain and refill
*1: For additional
information, see
“Engine oil” (P. 8-7). 2.5L
4 cylinder
(PR25DD en- gine model) With oil filter
change 5.1 L 5-3/8 qt 4-1/2 qt • Genuine “NISSAN Motor Oil 0W-20 SP” (or equivalent) is recom-
mended.
• If the above motor oil (or engine oil) is not available, a synthetic
0W-20 GF-6 SP motor oil (or engine oil) may be used. Damage
caused by the use of motor oil (or engine oil) other than as rec-
ommended is not covered under NISSAN’s New Vehicle Limited
Warranty. For additional information, see “Engine oil and oil filter
recommendations” (P. 10-7).
Without oil fil-
ter change 4.8 L 5-1/8 qt 4-1/4 qt
2.0L
4 cylinder
(KR20DDET engine
model) With oil filter
change 4.7 L 5 qt 4-1/8 qt • Genuine “NISSAN Motor Oil Ester 5W-30 SP” (or equivalent) is
recommended.
• If the above motor oil (or engine oil) is not available, a synthetic
SAE 5W-30 GF-6 SP motor oil (or engine oil) may be used. Dam-
age caused by the use of motor oil (or engine oil) other then as
recommended is not covered under NISSAN’s New Vehicle Lim-
ited Warranty. For additional information, see “Engine oil and oil
filter recommendations” (P. 10-7).
Without oil fil-
ter change 4.6 L 4-7/8 qt 4 qt
Engine coolant
with reservoir 2.5L
4 cylinder
(PR25DD engine model) 8.3 L 2-1/4 gal 1-7/8 gal
• Pre-diluted Genuine NISSAN Long Life Antifreeze/Coolant (blue)
or equivalent
2.0L
4 cylinder
(KR20DDET engine model) 8.2 L 2-1/8 gal 1-3/4 gal
RECOMMENDED FLUIDS/
LUBRICANTS AND CAPACITIES
10-2Technical and consumer information

Precautions on supplemental restraint
system....................1-47Supplemental restraint system
(Supplemental air bag system).......1-47Switch
Autolight switch..............2-58Automatic power window switch. . .2-76Fog light switch..............2-63Hazard warning flasher switch......6-2Headlight and turn signal switch. . . .2-57Headlight control switch.........2-57Instrument brightness control.....2-62Power door lock switch..........3-6Rear window and outside mirror defroster
switch................... .2-56Turn signal switch.............2-63
T
Tachometer...................2-6Temperature gauge
Engine coolant temperature gauge. . .2-6Thef t (NISSAN Vehicle Immobilizer System),
engine start...............2-54, 5-16Three-way catalyst...............5-4TiltTelescopic steering............3-27TireFlat tire................. .6-3, 6-4Spare tire...............6-5, 8-42Tire and Loading Information label. .10-14Tire chains..................8-37Tire pressure................8-29
Tire rotation.................8-39Types of tires................8-36Uniform tire quality grading.......10-21Wheel/tire size...............10-10Wheels and tires..............8-29Tire pressure
Low tire pressure warning light.....2-13Tire Pressure Monitoring System
(TPMS)................... .5-5, 6-3Towing
2-wheel drive models...........6-22All-wheel drive models..........6-21Flat towing................ .10-20Trailer towing...............10-20Towing a trailer................10-20Towing your vehicle..............6-20Traffic Sign Recognition (TSR)........5-30Transceiver
HomeLink® Universal
Transceiver
..........2-81, 2-83, 2-84TransmissionContinuously Variable Transmission (CVT)
fluid
......................8-12Driving with Continuously Variable
Transmission (CVT)............5-18Transmission shif t lever lock release. . .5-22Travel (See registering a vehicle in another
country)................... .10-12Trip odometer..................2-5Trunk access through the rear
seat.................... .1-6, 3-24Trunk lid.....................3-22Trunk lid lock opener lever..........3-22Trunk light...................2-80
Turn signal switch...............2-63
U
Uniform tire quality grading........10-21USB interface.................4-54USB/iPod® Charging Ports.........2-70
V
Vanity mirror..................3-29Variable voltage control system......8-16Vehicle dimensions and weights.....10-11Vehicle Dynamic Control (VDC)
system.....................5-175Vehicle identification.............10-12Vehicle identification number (VIN)
(Chassis number)...............10-12Vehicle identification number (VIN)
plate...................... .10-12Vehicle immobilizer system.....2-54, 5-16Vehicle information display.....2-18,2-34Vehicle loading information........10-16Vehicle recovery............6-22,6-23Vehicle security system...........2-52Vehicle security system
(NISSAN Vehicle Immobilizer System),
engine start
...............2-54, 5-16Ventilators.................. .4-31Visors......................3-28Voice Prompt Interrupt............4-70
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