Explanation of scheduled maintenance items
The following descriptions are provided to give you a better understanding of the scheduled maintenance items that should be regularly checked or replaced. The maintenance schedule indicates at which mileage/time intervals each item requires service. In addition to scheduled maintenance, your vehicle requires that some items be checked during normal day-to-day opera- tion. For additional information, see “Gen- eral maintenance” (P. 9-2). Items marked with “*” are recommended by NISSAN for reliable vehicle operation. You are not required to perform mainte- nance on these items in order to maintain the warranties which come with your NISSAN. Other maintenance items and in- tervals are required. When applicable, additional information can be found in the “Do-it-yourself ” section of this manual.
NOTE: NISSAN does not advocate the use of non-OEM approved aftermarket flush- ing systems and strongly advises against performing these services on a NISSAN product. Many of the aftermar- ket flushing systems use non-OEM ap- proved chemicals or solvents, the use of which has not been validated by NISSAN. For recommended fuel, lubricants, fluids, grease, and refrigerant, see “Recom- mended fluids/lubricants and capaci- ties” (P. 10-2).
EMISSION CONTROL SYSTEM MAINTENANCE:
Drive belts*: Check engine drive belts for wear, fraying or cracking and for proper tension. Replace any damaged drive belts.
Engine air filter: Replace at specified inter- vals. When driving for prolonged periods in dusty conditions, check/replace the filter more frequently.
Engine coolant*: Replace coolant at the specified interval. When adding or replac- ing coolant, be sure to use only Genuine NISSAN Long Life Antifreeze/Coolant (blue) or equivalent with the proper mixture. For
additional information on the proper mix- ture for your area, see “Engine cooling sys- tem” (P. 8-5).
NOTE: Mixing any other type of coolant or the use of non-distilled water may reduce the recommended service interval of the coolant. Engine oil and oil filter: Replace engine oil and oil filter at the specified intervals. For recommended oil grade and viscosity, see “Recommended fluids/lubricants and ca- pacities” (P. 10-2).
Engine valve clearance*: Inspect only if valve noise increases. Adjust valve clear- ance if necessary.
Evaporative emissions control vapor lines*: Check vapor lines for leaks or loose- ness. Tighten connections or replace parts as necessary.
Fuel filter: Periodic maintenance is not re- quired. (in-tank type filter)
Fuel lines*: Check the fuel hoses, piping and connections for leaks, looseness, or deterioration. Tighten connections or re- place parts as necessary.
Spark plugs: Replace at specified intervals. Install new plugs of the same type as origi- nally 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 deteriorated or damaged parts immediately.
Brake pads and rotors: Check for wear, deterioration and fluid leaks. Replace any deteriorated or damaged parts immediately.
Exhaust system: Visually inspect the ex- haust pipes, muffler and hangers for leaks, cracks, deterioration, and damage. Tighten connections or replace parts as necessary.
In-cabin microfilter: Replace at specified intervals. When driving for prolonged peri- ods in dusty conditions, replace the filter more frequently.
Propeller shaft(s): Check for damage, looseness, and grease leakage.
9-6 Maintenance and schedules
Steering gear and linkage, axle and sus- pension parts, drive shaft boots: Check for damage, looseness, and leakage of oil or grease. Under severe driving conditions, inspect more frequently.
Tire rotation: Rotate tires at the specified interval shown in the maintenance sched- ule. When rotating tires, check for damage and uneven wear. Replace if necessary.
Transmission fluid/oil, differential oil and transfer case oil: Visually inspect for signs of leakage at specified intervals.
To help ensure smooth, safe and economi- cal driving, NISSAN provides two mainte- nance schedules that may be used, de- pending upon the conditions in which you
usually drive. These schedules contain both distance and time intervals, up to 120,000 miles (192,000 km)/96 months. For most people, the odometer reading will in- dicate when service is needed. However, if you drive very little, your vehicle should be serviced at the regular time intervals shown in the schedule.
After 120,000 miles (192,000 km)/96 months, continue maintenance at the same mileage/time intervals.
ADDITIONAL MAINTENANCE ITEMS FOR SEVERE OPERATING CONDITIONS
Additional maintenance items for severe operating conditions should be per- formed on vehicles that are driven under especially demanding conditions. Addi- tional maintenance items should be per- formed if you primarily operate your vehicle under the following conditions: • Repeated short trips of less than 5 miles
(8 km). • Repeated short trips of less than 10 miles
(16 km) with outside temperatures re- maining 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.
• Driving in dusty conditions. • Driving on rough, muddy or salt spread
roads. • Towing a trailer, using a camper or using a car-top carrier. If your vehicle is mainly operated under the severe conditions, follow the severe use maintenance intervals shown in the main- tenance schedule. OIL CONTROL SYSTEM Your vehicle is equipped with oil control system. It calculates engine oil and filter change intervals based on driving condi- tions. Driving in the following severe condi- tions will shorten the engine oil and filter change interval.
How driving conditions affect OCS dis- play timing
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