service schedule NISSAN ALTIMA 2006 L31 / 3.G Service And Maintenance Guide

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TABLE OF CONTENTS
OWNER’S LITERATURE INFORMATION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2
INTRODUCTION
Nissan Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3
Why Nissan Service? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4
NISSAN MAINTENANCE & REPAIR SUPPORT
Extended Service Plans . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
Genuine Nissan Collision Parts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
Nissan Express Services . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
Genuine Nissan Parts You Can Rely On . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .14,16,18, 32
Nissan Services Designed with You in Mind . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22,26
Lifetime Warranty Replacement Parts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36
SCHEDULED MAINTENANCE GUIDE
Determining the Proper Maintenance Interval . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
Explanation of Scheduled Maintenance Items . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
Maintenance Log and Records . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
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Preventative scheduled maintenance is an important investment to
optimize the performance, reliability, safety and resale value of your
Nissan. Scheduling your vehicle’s maintenance at the recommended
intervals will ensure your vehicle is running at its best.
We want you to enjoy your Nissan vehicle. This Service and
Maintenance Guide is designed to help you make sure your vehicle
receives proper and timely maintenance that is necessary. Key
services are explained in detail, along with an outline of scheduled
maintenance to help you maintain your vehicle. Your local Nissan dealer
can assist you in determining the best schedule based on your driving
habits and local conditions.
Failure to perform scheduled maintenance may result in excluding
portions of your vehicle from warranty coverage and may reduce the
performance, safety, reliability and/or resale value of your vehicle. See
your Warranty Information Booklet and Owner’s Manual for details.
NISSAN MAINTENANCE
Maintain Your Investment
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DETERMINING THE PROPER MAINTENANCE INTERVAL
PREMIUM MAINTENANCE* (Every
3,750 miles or 3 months, whichev-
er comes first)
Premium Maintenance is a Nissan-
recommended option that is suitable
for all
driving habits and local
conditions. Nissan developed
Premium Maintenance for owners who
want the ultimate in preventative
maintenance. With Premium
Maintenance, more
maintenance items
are regularly checked or replaced than
with either Schedule 1 or Schedule 2
maintenance schedules.
Using the Premium Maintenance
schedule may optimize the
performance,reliability, and resale
value of your vehicle.
Depending on your driving habits and local conditions, you should follow one of the three maintenance
schedules listed below. Use these guidelines to determine which maintenance schedule to use:
SCHEDULE 1 (Every 3,750 miles or
3 months, whichever comes first)
Schedule 1 features the same 3,750-mile
service intervals as Premium
Maintenance; however, with Schedule 1
fewer
maintenance items are regularly
checked or replaced than with the
Premium Maintenance schedule. Use
Schedule 1 if you primarily operate your
vehicle under any of these conditions:
●Repeated short trips of less than 5
miles in normal temperatures or less than
10 miles in freezing temperatures
●Stop-and-go traffic in hot weather or
low-speed driving for long distances
●Driving in dusty conditions or on rough,
muddy, or salt-spread roads
●Towing a trailer, or using a camper
or car-top carrierSCHEDULE 2 (Every 7,500
miles or 6 months, whichever
comes first)
Schedule 2 features 7,500-mile
service intervals; with Schedule 2
fewer
maintenance items are regu-
larly checked or replaced than with
Schedule 1.
Generally, Schedule 2 applies only
to highway driving in temperate
conditions. Use Schedule 2 only if
you primarily operate your vehicle
under conditions other than those
listed in Schedule 1.
*Premium Maintenance is a Nissan-recommended
option; however, owners need not perform such
maintenance in order to maintain the warranties
which come with their Nissan.
Premium Maintenance may not be available outside
the United States, please inquire of your dealer.
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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 log
indicates at which mileage/time
intervals each item requires service.
In addition to scheduled maintenance,
your Nissan requires that some items
be checked during normal day-to-day
operation. You can find these items
listed under “General Maintenance” in
Chapter 8 of your Owner’s Manual.
Items marked with “*”are recommended
by Nissan for reliable vehicle operation.
You are not required to perform
maintenance on these items in order to
maintain the warranties which come
with your Nissan. Other maintenance
items and intervals are required.When applicable, additional information
can be found in the
“Maintenance and
do-it-yourself” section in Chapter 8 of
your Owner’s Manual.
For recommended fuel, lubricants,
fluids, grease, and refrigerant, refer to
Chapter 9 in your Owner’s Manual.
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 intervals. When
driving for prolonged periods in dusty
conditions, check/replace the filter
more frequently.
Engine Coolant*
Drain and flush the cooling system at
the specified interval.
Engine Oil and Oil Filter
Replace engine oil and oil filter at the
specified intervals. For recommend-
ed oil grade and viscosity refer to
Chapter 9 in your Owner’s Manual.
Engine Valve Clearance*
Inspect only if valve noise increases.
Adjust valve clearance if necessary.
Evaporative Emissions Control
Vapor Lines*
Check vapor lines and connections
for leaks or looseness. Tighten
connections or replace parts as
necessary.
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SCHEDULE 2 MAINTENANCE
❏Replace engine oil and filter (Titan FFV only.)
All other models: Next scheduled maintenance at
7,500 Miles or 6 Months
PREMIUM MAINTENANCE
❏Replace engine oil and filter
❏Inspect the following:
__ All lights
__ Brake fluid level
__ Clutch fluid
__ Differential oil
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__ Engine air filter
__ Engine coolant level/top-off
__ Engine drive belts
__ Power steering fluid/top-off
__ Radiator hoses
__ Tires/adjust air pressure
__ Transmission fluid/oil
__ Washer fluid level/top-off
__ Wiper blades
SCHEDULE 1 MAINTENANCE
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❏Replace engine oil and filter
3,750 MILES OR 3 MONTHS
1350Z, Armada, Frontier, Murano AWD, Pathfinder, Titan, Xterra.
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Dealer Verified Service Stamp
Dealer name: _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _
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Equipment varies by model. Perform only those operations that apply to your vehicle.
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PREMIUM MAINTENANCESCHEDULE 1 MAINTENANCE
❏Replace engine oil and filter
❏Road test vehicle
❏Rotate tires (except 350Z)
❏Inspect the following:
__ All lights
__ Automatic transmission/CVT fluid
__ Axle & suspension parts
__ Battery fluid level/terminals
__ Brake fluid level
__ Brake pads, rotors, drums & linings
__ Charging/Starting system
__ Clutch fluid
__ Coolant level/top-off
__ Differential oil
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__ Drive shaft boots 2
__ Engine air filter
__ Engine drive belts
__ Exhaust system__ Front suspension ball joints
__ Horn operation
__ Manual transmission oil
__ Power steering fluid/top-off
__ Propeller shaft (4WD/AWD)
__ Radiator hoses
__ Shock absorbers/struts
__ Steering gear and linkage
__ Steering linkage ball joints
__ Transfer case oil (4WD/AWD)
__ Washer fluid level/top-off
__ Wiper blades
❏Replace engine oil and filter
❏Rotate tires (except 350Z)
❏Inspect the following:
__ Axle & suspension parts
__ Brake pads, rotors, drums & linings
__ Drive shaft boots
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__ Exhaust system
__ Front suspension ball joints
__ Propeller shaft (4WD/AWD)
__ Steering gear and linkage
__ Steering linkage ball joints
❏Replace engine oil and filter
❏Rotate tires (except 350Z)
SCHEDULE 2 MAINTENANCE
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7,500 MILES OR 6 MONTHS
Equipment varies by model. Perform only those operations that apply to your vehicle.
Dealer Verified Service Stamp
Dealer name: _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _
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SCHEDULE 2 MAINTENANCE
SCHEDULE 1 MAINTENANCEPREMIUM MAINTENANCE
❏Replace engine oil and filter (Titan FFV only.)
All other models: Next scheduled maintenance at
15,000 Miles or 12 Months
11,250 MILES OR 9 MONTHS
❏Replace engine oil and filter
❏Inspect the following:
__ All lights
__ Brake fluid level
__ Clutch fluid
__ Differential oil
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__ Engine air filter
__ Engine coolant level/top-off
__ Engine drive belts
__ Power steering fluid/top-off
__ Radiator hoses
__ Tires/adjust air pressure
__ Transmission fluid/oil
__ Washer fluid level/top-off
__ Wiper blades
❏Replace engine oil and filter
1350Z, Armada, Frontier, Murano AWD, Pathfinder, Titan, Xterra.
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Dealer Verified Service Stamp
Dealer name: _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _
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Mileage: _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _
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Equipment varies by model. Perform only those operations that apply to your vehicle.
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PREMIUM MAINTENANCESCHEDULE 1 MAINTENANCE
❏Replace engine oil and filter
❏Lubricate all locks/hinges
❏Replace engine air filter
❏Replace in-cabin microfilter
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❏Replace wiper blades
❏Rotate tires (except 350Z)
❏Inspect the following:
__ Air conditioning system
__ All lights
__ Automatic transmission/CVT fluid
__ Axle & suspension parts
__ Brake lines & cables
__ Brake pads, rotors, drums & linings
__ Cruise control vacuum hoses
__ Differential oil
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__ Drive shaft boots3
__ Engine drive belts
__ Exhaust system
__ Front suspension ball joints
__ Manual transmission oil
__ Propeller shaft (4WD/AWD)
__ Steering gear and linkage
__ Steering linkage ball joints
__ Transfer case oil (4WD/AWD)
❏Replace engine oil and filter
❏Replace in-cabin microfilter1
❏Rotate tires (except 350Z)
❏Inspect the following:
__ Automatic transmission/CVT fluid
__ Axle & suspension parts
__ Brake lines & cables
__ Brake pads, rotors, drums & linings
__ Cruise control vacuum hoses
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Differential oil2
__ Drive shaft boots3
__ Exhaust system
__ Front suspension ball joints
__ Manual transmission oil
__ Propeller shaft (4WD/AWD)
__ Steering gear and linkage
__ Steering linkage ball joints
__ Transfer case oil (4WD/AWD)
❏Replace engine oil and filter
❏Replace in-cabin microfilter1
❏Rotate tires (except 350Z)
❏Inspect the following:
__ Automatic transmission/CVT fluid
__ Brake lines & cables
__ Brake pads, rotors, drums & linings
__ Cruise control vacuum hoses
__ Differential oil2
__ Drive shaft boots3
__ Manual transmission oil
__ Propeller shaft (4WD/AWD)
__ Transfer case oil (4WD/AWD)
SCHEDULE 2 MAINTENANCE
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15,000 MILES OR 12 MONTHS
Equipment varies by model. Perform only those operations that apply to your vehicle.
Dealer Verified Service Stamp
Dealer name: _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _
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Mileage: _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _
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SCHEDULE 2 MAINTENANCE
❏Replace engine oil and filter (Titan FFV only.)
All other models: Next scheduled maintenance at
22,500 Miles or 18 Months
PREMIUM MAINTENANCE
❏Replace engine oil and filter
❏Inspect the following:
__ All lights
__ Brake fluid level
__ Clutch fluid
__ Differential oil
1
__ Engine air filter
__ Engine coolant level/top-off
__ Engine drive belts
__ Power steering fluid/top-off
__ Radiator hoses
__ Tires/adjust air pressure
__ Transmission fluid/oil
__ Washer fluid level/top-off
__ Wiper blades
SCHEDULE 1 MAINTENANCE
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❏Replace engine oil and filter
18,750 MILES OR 15 MONTHS
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1350Z, Armada, Frontier, Murano AWD, Pathfinder, Titan, Xterra.2All front wheel drive, 4WD, AWD models.
Dealer Verified Service Stamp
Dealer name: _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _
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PREMIUM MAINTENANCESCHEDULE 1 MAINTENANCE
❏Replace engine oil and filter
❏Road test vehicle
❏Rotate tires (except 350Z)
❏Inspect the following:
__ All lights
__ Automatic transmission/CVT fluid
__ Axle & suspension parts
__ Battery fluid level/terminals
__ Brake fluid level
__ Brake pads, rotors, drums & linings
__ Charging/Starting system
__ Clutch fluid
__ Coolant level/top-off
__ Differential oil
1
__ Drive shaft boots2
__ Engine air filter
__ Engine drive belts
__ Exhaust system__ Front suspension ball joints
__ Horn operation
__ Manual transmission oil
__ Power steering fluid/top-off
__ Propeller shaft (4WD/AWD)
__ Radiator hoses
__ Shock absorbers/struts
__ Steering gear and linkage
__ Steering linkage ball joints
__ Transfer case oil (4WD/AWD)
__ Washer fluid level/top-off
__ Wiper blades
❏Replace engine oil and filter
❏Rotate tires (except 350Z)
❏Inspect the following:
__ Axle & suspension parts
__ Brake pads, rotors, drums & linings
__ Drive shaft boots
2
__ Exhaust system
__ Front suspension ball joints
__ Propeller shaft (4WD/AWD)
__ Steering gear and linkage
__ Steering linkage ball joints
❏Replace engine oil and filter
❏Rotate tires (except 350Z)
SCHEDULE 2 MAINTENANCE
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22,500 MILES OR 18 MONTHS
Equipment varies by model. Perform only those operations that apply to your vehicle.
Dealer Verified Service Stamp
Dealer name: _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _
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