brake fluid NISSAN ALTIMA 2013 L33 / 5.G Service And Maintenance Guide

NOTE: Mixing any other type of cool-
ant or the use of non-distilled water
will reduce the recommended service
interval of the coolant.
Engine Oil and Oil Filter
Replace engine oil and oil filter at the
specified intervals. For recom-
mended 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 for leaks or loose-
ness. Tighten connections or replace
parts as necessary.
Fuel Filter
Maintenance-free item (in-tank type
filter) .
Fuel Lines*
Check the fuel hoses, piping and
connections for leaks, looseness, ordeterioration. Tighten connections or
replace 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 installa-
tion. Check for chafing, cracks, dete-
rioration, and signs of leaking. Re-
place any deteriorated or damaged
parts immediately.
Brake Pads, Rotors, Drums, &
Linings
Check for wear, deterioration and
fluid leaks. Replace any deteriorated
or damaged parts immediately.
Exhaust System
Visually inspect the exhaust pipes,
muffler and hangers for leaks, cracks,
deterioration, and damage. Tighten
connections or replace parts as nec-
essary.
In-Cabin Microfilter
Standard equipment on cube, Mu-
rano, Altima, Altima Coupe, Armada
Platinum, Pathfinder, Frontier LE and
Pro-4X Off-Road, Maxima, Titan
Crew Cab LE, Quest, Rogue, Sentra,
Versa Hatchback and Xterra (except
X) .
Optional accessory on some models.
Replace at specified intervals. When
driving for prolonged periods in dusty
conditions, replace the filter more fre-
quently.
Propeller Shaft(s)
Check for damage, looseness, and
grease leakage. (4WD/AWD/RWD) .
EXPLANATION OF SCHEDULED MAINTENANCE ITEMS
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Steering Gear and Linkage, Axle
and Suspension Parts, Drive
Shaft Boots
Check for damage, looseness, and
leakage of oil or grease. Under severe
driving conditions, inspect more fre-
quently.
Tire Rotation
Tires should be rotated every
7,500 miles according to the instruc-
tions in the Owner’s Manual (except
all 370Z) . When rotating tires, check
for damage and uneven wear. Re-
place if necessary.
Transmission Fluid/Oil,
Differential Oil, Transfer Case
Oil
Visually inspect for signs of leakage at
specified intervals.
If towing a trailer, using a camper or
car-top carrier, or driving on rough or
muddy roads:
●replace the fluid/oil every
30,000 miles or 24 months.
●For vehicles with a CVT transmis-
sion (cube, Murano, Altima, Altima
Coupe, Maxima, Rogue, NV200,
Sentra and Versa) , replace the
fluid every 60,000 miles or request
the dealer to inspect the fluid de-
terioration data using a Consult. If
the deterioration data is more than
210000, replace the CVT fluid.
Automatic transmission fluid for 370Z
and NV 1500/2500/3500 is
maintenance-free.
Off-Road Maintenance
Check the following items frequently
whenever you drive off-road through
deep sand, mud or water:
●Brake pads and rotors
●Brake linings and drums
●Brake lines and hoses
●Differential, transmission and
transfer case oil
●Steering linkage
●Propeller shaft(s) and front drive
shafts
●Engine air filter
●Clutch housing drain (4WD only)
EXPLANATION OF SCHEDULED MAINTENANCE ITEMS
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SCHEDULE 1 (MORE SEVERE)
❑Replace engine oil and filter❑Replace brake fluid❑Replace in-cabin microfilter1
❑Rotate tires (except all 370Z)4
❑Inspect the following:__Automatic transmission/CVT fluid3
__Axle & suspension parts__Brake lines & cables__Brake pads, rotors, drums & linings__Differential oil2
__Drive shaft boots__Exhaust system__Front suspension ball joints__Manual transmission oil__Propeller shaft (4WD/AWD/RWD)__Steering gear and linkage__Steering linkage ball joints__Transfer case oil (4WD/AWD)SCHEDULE 2 (LESS SEVERE)
❑Replace engine oil and filter❑Replace in-cabin microfilter1
❑Rotate tires (except all 370Z)4
❑Inspect the following:__Automatic transmission/CVT fluid3
__Brake lines & cables__Brake pads, rotors, drums & linings__Differential oil2
__Drive shaft boots__Manual transmission oil__Propeller shaft (4WD/AWD/RWD)__Transfer case oil (4WD/AWD)
❑
For the ultimate in preventative maintenance, ask your Service Advisor for a complimentary Multi-Point Inspection every time you visit your par-
ticipating Nissan dealer.Nissan dealer. See page 15 for more information on Multi-Point Inspections.
1 Standard equipment on cube, Murano, Altima, Altima Coupe, Armada Platinum, Pathfinder, Frontier LE and Pro-4X Off-Road, Maxima, Titan Crew Cab LE, Quest, Rogue, Sentra, Versa Hatchback and Xterra (except X) . Optional accessory on all other models.
2 370Z, Armada, Frontier, Rogue AWD, Pathfinder, Titan, Xterra, Murano AWD, NV 1500/2500/3500.
3 Automatic transmission fluid for 370Z and NV 1500/2500/3500.
4 Check and adjust tire pressures.
Equipment varies by model. Perform only those operations that apply to your vehicle.
15,000 MILES OR 12 MONTHS
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MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE

Brake Service
Stop at Nissan for Brake Service.
●Install new Genuine Nissan front brake pads
●Inspect front rotors
●Inspect and adjust parking brake as necessary
●Inspect entire brake system:– Rear Brake Pads/Shoes
– Rear Brake Rotors/Drums
– Master Cylinder/Wheel Cylinders
– Brake Calipers
– Brake Fluid/Brake Hoses/Brake Lines
– Vacuum Booster
●Road test your vehicle
Genuine Nissan brake pads are just like the ones that
came on your vehicle from the factory, and are warranted
for 12 months or 12,000 miles.
* May differ or not apply outside the United States, please inquire of your dealer.
See your participating Nissan dealer for details.
NISSAN SERVICES DESIGNED WITH YOU IN MIND*
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MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE

SCHEDULE 1 AND 2
❑Replace engine oil and filter❑Replace brake fluid❑Replace engine air filter❑Replace in-cabin microfilter2
❑Rotate tires (except all 370Z)5
❑Inspect the following:__Automatic transmission
fluid3,4
__Axle & suspension parts__Brake lines & cables__Brake pads, rotors, drums
& linings
__CVT fluid (cube, Murano,
Altima, Altima Coupe,
Maxima, Rogue, NV200,
Sentra and Versa)
__Differential oil1,3
__Drive shaft boots__Exhaust system__Front suspension ball
joints
__Fuel lines/connections__Fuel tank vapor vent sys-
tem hoses
__Manual transmission oil3
__Propeller shaft (4WD/
AWD/RWD)
__Steering gear and linkage__Steering linkage ball joints__Transfer case oil
(4WD/AWD)3
OPTIONAL PREMIUM UPGRADE
Premium Upgrade adds the following services to Schedule1&2 :
❑Lubricate all locks/hinges❑Replace automatic transmission/CVT fluid4
❑Replace differential oil1
❑Replace engine drive belts❑Replace manual transmission oil (if applicable)❑Replace radiator cap❑Replace transfer case oil (4WD/AWD)❑Replace wiper blades❑Inspect the following:__All lights__Headlights/adjust if necessary
❑For the ultimate in preventative maintenance, ask your Service Advisor for a complimentary Multi-Point Inspection every time you visit your partici-
pating Nissan dealer.Nissan dealer. See page 15 for more information on Multi-Point Inspections.
1 370Z, Armada, Frontier, Rogue AWD, Pathfinder, Titan, Xterra, Murano AWD, NV 1500/2500/3500.
2 Standard equipment on cube, Murano, Altima, Altima Coupe, Armada Platinum, Pathfinder, Frontier LE and Pro-4X Off-Road, Maxima, Titan Crew Cab LE, Quest,
Rogue, Sentra, Versa Hatchback and Xterra (except X) . Optional accessory on all other models.
3 Replace (not just inspect) oil/fluid if towing a trailer, using a camper or a car-top carrier, or driving on rough or muddy roads.
4 Automatic transmission fluid except for 370Z and NV 1500/2500/3500.
5 Check and adjust tire pressures.
Equipment varies by model. Perform only those operations that apply to your vehicle.
30,000 MILES OR 24 MONTHS
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MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE

SCHEDULE 1 (MORE SEVERE)
❑Replace engine oil and filter❑Replace brake fluid❑Replace in-cabin microfilter1
❑Rotate tires (except all 370Z)4
❑Inspect the following:__Automatic transmission/CVT fluid3
__Axle & suspension parts__Brake lines & cables__Brake pads, rotors, drums & linings__Differential oil2
__Drive shaft boots__Exhaust system__Front suspension ball joints__Manual transmission oil__Propeller shaft (4WD/AWD/RWD)__Steering gear and linkage__Steering linkage ball joints__Transfer case oil (4WD/AWD)SCHEDULE 2 (LESS SEVERE)
❑Replace engine oil and filter❑Replace in-cabin microfilter1
❑Rotate tires (except all 370Z)4
❑Inspect the following:__Automatic transmission/CVT fluid3
__Brake lines & cables__Brake pads, rotors, drums & linings__Differential oil2
__Drive shaft boots__Manual transmission oil__Propeller shaft (4WD/AWD/RWD)__Transfer case oil (4WD/AWD)
❑
For the ultimate in preventative maintenance, ask your Service Advisor for a complimentary Multi-Point Inspection every time you visit your par-
ticipating Nissan dealer.Nissan dealer. See page 15 for more information on Multi-Point Inspections.
1 Standard equipment on cube, Murano, Altima, Altima Coupe, Armada Platinum, Pathfinder, Frontier LE and Pro-4X Off-Road, Maxima, Titan Crew Cab LE, Quest, Rogue, Sentra, Versa Hatchback and Xterra (except X) . Optional accessory on all other models.
2 370Z, Armada, Frontier, Rogue AWD, Pathfinder, Titan, Xterra, Murano AWD, NV 1500/2500/3500.
3 Automatic transmission fluid except for 370Z and NV 1500/2500/3500.
4 Check and adjust tire pressures.
Equipment varies by model. Perform only those operations that apply to your vehicle.
45,000 MILES OR 36 MONTHS
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MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE

SCHEDULE 1 AND 2 MAINTENANCE
❑Replace engine oil and filter❑Replace brake fluid❑Replace engine air filter❑Replace spark plugs (NISMO 370Z)❑Replace manual transmission oil (Frontier only)❑Replace in-cabin microfilter2
❑Rotate tires (except all 370Z)5
❑Inspect the following:__Automatic transmission
fluid/CVT fluid3,4
__Axle & suspension parts__Brake lines & cables__Brake pads, rotors, drums
& linings
__Differential oil1,3
__Drive shaft boots__Engine drive belts__Exhaust system
__Front suspension ball
joints
__Fuel lines/connections__Fuel tank vapor vent sys-
tem hoses
__Manual transmission oil3
__Propeller shaft (4WD/
AWD/RWD)
__Steering gear and linkage__Steering linkage ball joints__Transfer case oil
(4WD/AWD)3
OPTIONAL PREMIUM UPGRADE
Premium Upgrade adds the following services to Schedule1&2 :
❑Lubricate all locks/hinges❑Replace automatic transmission/CVT fluid4
❑Replace differential oil1
❑Replace engine drive belts❑Replace manual transmission oil (if applicable)❑Replace radiator cap❑Replace transfer case oil (4WD/AWD)❑Replace wiper blades❑Inspect the following:__All lights__Headlights/adjust if necessary
❑For the ultimate in preventative maintenance, ask your Service Advisor for a complimentary Multi-Point Inspection every time you visit your partici-
pating Nissan dealer.Nissan dealer. See page 15 for more information on Multi-Point Inspections.
1 370Z, Armada, Frontier, Rogue AWD, Pathfinder, Titan, Xterra, Murano AWD, NV 1500/2500/3500.
2 Standard equipment on cube, Murano, Altima, Altima Coupe, Armada Platinum, Pathfinder, Frontier LE and Pro-4X Off-Road, Maxima, Titan Crew Cab LE, Quest,
Rogue, Sentra, Versa Hatchback and Xterra (except X) . Optional accessory on all other models.
3 Replace (not just inspect) oil/fluid if towing a trailer, using a camper or a car-top carrier, or driving on rough or muddy roads.
4 Automatic transmission fluid except for 370Z and NV 1500/2500/3500.
5 Check and adjust tire pressures.
Equipment varies by model. Perform only those operations that apply to your vehicle.
60,000 MILES OR 48 MONTHS
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MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE

SCHEDULE 1 (MORE SEVERE)
❑Replace engine oil and filter❑Replace brake fluid❑Replace in-cabin microfilter1
❑Rotate tires (except all 370Z)4
❑Inspect the following:__Automatic transmission/CVT fluid3
__Axle & suspension parts__Brake lines & cables__Brake pads, rotors, drums & linings__Differential oil2
__Drive shaft boots__Engine drive belts__Exhaust system__Front suspension ball joints__Manual transmission oil__Propeller shaft (4WD/AWD/RWD)__Steering gear and linkage__Steering linkage ball joints__Transfer case oil (4WD/AWD)SCHEDULE 2 (LESS SEVERE)
❑Replace engine oil and filter❑Replace in-cabin microfilter1
❑Rotate tires (except all 370Z)4
❑Inspect the following:__Automatic transmission/CVT fluid3
__Brake lines & cables__Brake pads, rotors, drums & linings__Differential oil2
__Drive shaft boots__Engine drive belts__Manual transmission oil__Propeller shaft (4WD/AWD/RWD)__Transfer case oil (4WD/AWD)
❑
For the ultimate in preventative maintenance, ask your Service Advisor for a complimentary Multi-Point Inspection every time you visit your par-
ticipating Nissan dealer.Nissan dealer. See page 15 for more information on Multi-Point Inspections.
1 Standard equipment on cube, Murano, Altima, Altima Coupe, Armada Platinum, Pathfinder, Frontier LE and Pro-4X Off-Road, Maxima, Titan Crew Cab LE, Quest, Rogue, Sentra, Versa Hatchback and Xterra (except X) . Optional accessory on all other models.
2 370Z, Armada, Frontier, Rogue AWD, Pathfinder, Titan, Xterra, Murano AWD, NV 1500/2500/3500.
3 Automatic transmission fluid except for 370Z and NV 1500/2500/3500.
4 Check and adjust tire pressures.
Equipment varies by model. Perform only those operations that apply to your vehicle.
75,000 MILES OR 60 MONTHS
42
MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE

SCHEDULE 1 AND 2 MAINTENANCE
❑Replace engine oil and filter❑Replace brake fluid❑Replace engine air filter❑Replace in-cabin microfilter2
❑Rotate tires (except all 370Z)5
❑Inspect the following:__Automatic transmission
fluid3,4
__Axle & suspension parts__Brake lines & cables__Brake pads, rotors, drums
& linings
__CVT fluid (cube, Murano,
Altima, Altima Coupe,
Maxima, Rogue, NV200,
Sentra and Versa)
__Differential oil1,3
__Drive shaft boots
__Engine drive belts__Exhaust system__Front suspension ball
joints
__Fuel lines/connections__Fuel tank vapor vent sys-
tem hoses
__Manual transmission oil3
__Propeller shaft (4WD/
AWD/RWD)
__Steering gear and linkage__Steering linkage ball joints__Transfer case oil
(4WD/AWD)3
OPTIONAL PREMIUM UPGRADE
Premium Upgrade adds the following services to Schedule1&2 :
❑Lubricate all locks/hinges❑Replace automatic transmission/CVT fluid4
❑Replace differential oil1
❑Replace engine drive belts❑Replace manual transmission oil (if applicable)❑Replace radiator cap❑Replace transfer case oil (4WD/AWD)❑Replace wiper blades❑Inspect the following:__All lights__Headlights/adjust if necessary
❑For the ultimate in preventative maintenance, ask your Service Advisor for a complimentary Multi-Point Inspection every time you visit your par-
ticipating Nissan dealer.Nissan dealer. See page 15 for more information on Multi-Point Inspections.
1 370Z, Armada, Frontier, Rogue AWD, Pathfinder, Titan, Xterra, Murano AWD, NV 1500/2500/3500.
2 Standard equipment on cube, Murano, Altima, Altima Coupe, Armada Platinum, Pathfinder, Frontier LE and Pro-4X Off-Road, Maxima, Titan Crew Cab LE, Quest,
Rogue, Sentra, Versa Hatchback and Xterra (except X) . Optional accessory on all other models.
3 Replace (not just inspect) oil/fluid if towing a trailer, using a camper or a car-top carrier, or driving on rough or muddy roads.
4 Automatic transmission fluid except for 370Z and NV 1500/2500/3500.
5 Check and adjust tire pressures.
Equipment varies by model. Perform only those operations that apply to your vehicle.
90,000 MILES OR 72 MONTHS
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MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE

SCHEDULE 1 (MORE SEVERE)
❑Replace engine oil and filter❑Replace brake fluid❑Replace in-cabin microfilter1
❑Replace engine coolant4
❑Replace spark plugs (except NISMO 370Z)❑Rotate tires (except all 370Z)5
❑Inspect the following:__Automatic transmission/CVT fluid3
__Axle & suspension parts__Brake lines & cables__Brake pads, rotors, drums & linings__Differential oil2
__Drive shaft boots__Engine drive belts__Exhaust system__Front suspension ball joints__Propeller shaft (4WD/AWD/RWD)__Manual transmission oil__Steering gear and linkage__Steering linkage ball joints__Transfer case oil (4WD/AWD)SCHEDULE 2 (LESS SEVERE)
❑Replace engine oil and filter❑Replace in-cabin microfilter1
❑Replace engine coolant4
❑Replace spark plugs (except NISMO 370Z)❑Rotate tires (except all 370Z)5
❑Inspect the following:__Automatic transmission/CVT fluid3
__Brake lines & cables__Brake pads, rotors, drums & linings__Differential oil2
__Drive shaft boots__Engine drive belts__Manual transmission oil__Propeller shaft (4WD/AWD/RWD)__Transfer case oil (4WD/AWD)
❑
For the ultimate in preventative maintenance, ask your Service Advisor for a complimentary Multi-Point Inspection every time you visit your par-
ticipating Nissan dealer.Nissan dealer. See page 15 for more information on Multi-Point Inspections.
1 Standard equipment on cube, Murano, Altima, Altima Coupe, Armada Platinum, Pathfinder, Frontier LE and Pro-4X Off-Road, Maxima, Titan Crew Cab LE, Quest, Rogue, Sentra, Versa Hatchback and Xterra (except X) . Optional accessory on all other models.
2 370Z, Armada, Frontier, Rogue AWD, Pathfinder, Titan, Xterra, Murano AWD, NV 1500/2500/3500.
3 Automatic transmission fluid except for 370Z and NV 1500/2500/3500.
4 Subsequent replacement of Genuine Nissan Long Life Antifreeze / Coolant (Blue) should occur every 75,000 miles (120,000 Km) or 5 years, whichever comes first.
5 Check and adjust tire pressures.
Equipment varies by model. Perform only those operations that apply to your vehicle.
105,000 MILES OR 84 MONTHS
50
MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE