ENGINE OIL
CHECKING ENGINE COOLANT LEVEL
Check the coolant level in the reservoir when the engine is cold. If the coolant level is below the MIN level OB , add coolant to the MAX level OA . If the reservoir is empty, check the coolant level in the radiator
when the engine is cold. If there is insuffi- cient coolant in the radiator, fill the radiator with coolant up to the filler opening and also add it to the reservoir up to the MAX level OA .
This vehicle contains Genuine NISSAN Long Life Antifreeze/Coolant (blue). The life ex- pectancy of the factory-fill coolant is 105,000 miles (168,000 km) or 7 years. Mixing any other type of coolant or the use of non-distilled water will reduce the life ex- pectancy of the factory-fill coolant. For ad- ditional information, see the "Maintenance and schedules" section of this manual.
If the cooling system frequently requires coolant, it is recommended that you visit a NISSAN dealer for this service. For additional information on the location of the engine coolant reservoir, see “Engine compartment check locations” (P. 8-3). CHANGING ENGINE COOLANT A NISSAN dealer can change the engine coolant. The service procedure can be found in the NISSAN Service Manual.
Improper servicing can result in reduced heater performance and engine over- heating.
WARNING
•To avoid the danger of being scalded, never change the coolant when the engine is hot.
•Never remove the radiator or engine coolant reservoir cap when the en- gine is hot. Serious burns could be caused by high pressure fluid escap- ing from the radiator.
•Avoid direct skin contact with used coolant. If skin contact is made, wash thoroughly with soap or hand cleaner as soon as possible.
•Keep coolant out of the reach of chil- dren and pets.
Engine coolant must be disposed of prop- erly. Check your local regulations.
CHECKING ENGINE OIL LEVEL
1. Park the vehicle on a level surface and apply 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) marks OB . 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.
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.
3. Turn the engine off and wait for 15 minutes.
4. Raise and support the vehicle using a suitable floor jack and safety jack stands.
• Place the safety jack stands under the vehicle jack-up points.
• A suitable adapter should be attached to the jack stand saddle.
CAUTION Make sure the correct lifting and sup- port points are used to avoid vehicle damage.
Oil filler cap Oil drain plug
Oil filter Oil filter access cover (Type A) (if so equipped) Oil filter access cover (Type B) (if so equipped)
Removal of under-engine protectors
1. Remove bolts OA and skid plate (if so equipped).
2. Remove bolts OB and oil filter access cover.
Skid plate (if so equipped) Skid plate (if so equipped) Oil filter access cover (Type A) (if so equipped)
Engine oil and filter
1. Place a large drain pan under the drain plug and oil filter.
2. Remove the oil filler cap.
3. Remove the drain plug with a wrench by turning it counterclockwise and com- pletely drain the oil.
CAUTION Be careful not to burn yourself, as the engine oil is hot.
WARNING
•Prolonged and repeated contact with used engine oil may cause skin cancer.
•Try to avoid direct skin contact with used oil. If skin contact is made, wash thoroughly with soap or hand cleaner as soon as possible.
•Keep used engine oil out of reach of children.
4. Loosen the oil filter with an oil filter wrench by turning it counterclockwise. Remove the oil filter by turning it by hand.
5. Wipe the engine oil filter mounting sur- face with a clean rag.
CAUTION Be sure to remove any old gasket ma- terial remaining on the sealing surface of the engine. Failure to do so could lead to an oil leak and engine damage.
• The dipstick must be inserted in place to prevent oil spillage from the dipstick hole when filling the engine with oil.
6. Coat the gasket on the new filter with clean engine oil. It is recommended that you use a Genuine NISSAN oil filter or equivalent, visit your NISSAN dealer parts depart- ment for proper part.
7. Screw in the oil filter clockwise until a slight resistance is felt, then tighten addi- tionally more than 2/3 turn.
Oil filter tightening torque:
11 to 15 ft-lb (15.0 to 21.0 N·m)
8. Clean and re-install the drain plug with a new washer. Securely tighten the drain plug with a wrench. Do not use exces- sive force.
Drain plug tightening torque:
22 to 29 ft-lb (29.4 to 39.2 N·m)
9. Refill the engine with the recommended oil through the oil filler opening, and in- stall the oil filler cap securely.
Oil filter access cover (Type B) (if so equipped)
CAUTION Do not spill fluids on engine cover. This could damage the engine cover. If flu- ids are spilled, immediately clean sur- face with a neutral detergent. Do not use an organic solvent such as brake cleaner.
For additional information about drain and refill capacity, see “Recommended fluids/ lubricants and capacities” (P. 10-2). The drain and refill capacity depends on the oil temperature and drain time. Use these specifications for reference only. Always use the dipstick to determine the proper amount of oil in the engine. 10. Start the engine and check for leakage around the drain plug and the oil filter. Correct as required. Turn the engine off and wait more than 15 minutes. Check the oil level with the dipstick. Add en- gine oil if necessary.
After the operation 1. Reinstall engine protectors in reverse order of removal. 2. Lower the vehicle carefully to the ground. 3. Reset the oil and oil filter maintenance reminder. For additional information, see “Vehicle information display” (P. 2-20).
• Dispose of waste oil and filter properly. • Check your local regulations.
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