oil viscosity NISSAN ARMADA 2017 2.G Owners Manual

5-122Starting and driving
.Recirculating the cool air in the cabinwhen the A/C is on reduces cooling load.
4. Drive at economical speeds and distances.
.Observing the speed limit and not ex- ceeding 60 MPH (97 km/h) (where
legally allowed) can improve fuel effi-
ciency due to reduced aerodynamic
drag.
.Maintaining a safe following distancebehind other vehicles reduces unneces-
sary braking.
.Safely monitoring traffic to anticipatechanges in speed permits reduced brak-
ing and smooth acceleration changes.
.Select a gear range suitable to road conditions.
5. Use cruise control.
.Using cruise control during highway driving helps maintain a steady speed.
.Cruise control is particularly effective in providing fuel savings when driving on
flat terrains.
6. Plan for the shortest route.
.Utilize a map or navigation system to determine the best route to save time.
7. Avoid idling.
.Shutting off your engine when safe for stops exceeding 30-60 seconds saves fuel and reduces emissions.
8. Buy an automated pass for toll roads.
.Automated passes permit drivers to use special lanes to maintain cruising speed
through the toll and avoid stopping and
starting.
9. Winter warm up.
.Limit idling time to minimize impact to fuel economy.
.Vehicles typically need no more than 30seconds of idling at start-up to effectively
circulate the engine oil before driving.
.Your vehicle will reach its ideal operatingtemperature more quickly while driving
versus idling.
10. Keeping your vehicle cool.
.Park your vehicle in a covered parking area or in the shade whenever possible.
.When entering a hot vehicle, opening thewindows will help to reduce the inside
temperature faster, resulting in reduced
demand on your A/C system. .
Keep your engine tuned up.
. Follow the recommended scheduled main-
tenance.
. Keep the tires inflated to the correct
pressure. Low tire pressure increases tire
wear and lowers fuel economy.
. Keep the wheels in correct alignment.
Improper alignment increases tire wear and
lowers fuel economy.
. Use the recommended viscosity engine oil.
(See “Engine oil and oil filter recommenda-
tion” (P.10-6) .)
INCREASING FUEL ECONOMY

10-2Technical and consumer information
The following are approximate capacities. The actual refill capacities may be a little different. When refilling, follow the procedure
instructed in the “8. Do-it-yourself” section to determine the proper refill capacity.
Fluid typeCapacity (Approximate)
Recommended Fluids/Lubricants
Metric Measure US Measure Imperial Measure
Fuel 98.426 gal 21-5/8 galÂSee “Fuel information” (P.10-4).
Engine oil*1 With oil filter change 6.56-7/8 qt 5-3/4 qtÂGenuine “Nissan Motor Oil 0W-20 SN” is recommended.
 If the above motor oil is not available, use an equivalent motor oil that
matches the above grade and viscosity. For additional information, see
“Engine oil and oil filter recommendation” (P.10-6).
Drain and refill
*1: For additional information, see
“Changing engine oil and filter”
(P.8-6) .
Without oil filter change
6.26-1/2 qt 5-1/2 qt
Engine coolant with reservoir 16.317-1/4 qt 14-3/8 qt ÂPre-diluted Genuine NISSAN Long Life Antifreeze/Coolant (blue) or
equivalent
Automatic transmission fluid (ATF) —— —ÂGenuine NISSAN Matic S ATF
 NISSAN recommends using Genuine NISSAN Matic S ATF ONLY in
NISSAN automatic transmissions. Do not mix with other fluids. Using fluids
that are not equivalent to Genuine NISSAN Matic S ATF may damage the
automatic transmission. Damage caused by the use of fluids other than as
recommended is not covered under the NISSAN’s New Vehicle Limited
Warranty.
Transfer fluid —— —ÂGenuine NISSAN Transfer Fluid for ATX90A transfer
 Using transfer fluid other than Genuine NISSAN Transfer Fluid may damage
the transfer. Damage caused by use of other fluids is not covered by the
NISSAN new vehicle limited warranty.
Front differential gear oil —— —ÂGenuine NISSAN Differential Oil Hypoid Super GL-5 80W-90 or equivalent
conventional (non-synthetic) oil
Rear differential gear oil —— —ÂGenuine NISSAN Differential Oil Hypoid Super-S GL-5 synthetic 75W-90
or equivalent
Power steering fluid (PSF) Refill to the proper oil level according to the instructions in
the “8. Do-it-yourself” section. Â
Genuine NISSAN PSF or equivalent
 DEXRON
TMVI type ATF may also be used.
Brake fluid ÂGenuine NISSAN Super Heavy Duty Brake Fluid*4 or equivalent DOT 3
*4: Available in mainland U.S.A through a NISSAN dealer.
Suspension fluid —— —ÂGenuine NISSAN Hydraulic Suspension Fluid
 Using Hydraulic Suspension fluid other than Genuine NISSAN Hydraulic
Suspension fluid will damage the Hydraulic Suspension, which is not
covered by the NISSAN new vehicle limited warranty. It is recommended
that you see a NISSAN dealer for recommended hydraulic suspension fluid.
Multi-purpose grease —— —ÂNLGI No. 2 (Lithium soap base)
CAPACITIES AND RECOMMENDED
FLUIDS/LUBRICANTS

10-6Technical and consumer information
engine. If any of the above symptoms are
encountered, have your vehicle checked. It is
recommended you visit a NISSAN dealer for
servicing.
However, now and then you may notice
light spark knock for a short time while
accelerating or driving up hills. This is no
cause for concern, because you get the
greatest fuel benefit when there is light
spark knock for a short time under heavy
engine load.
JVT0342X
*1API certification mark
*2API service symbol
ENGINE OIL AND OIL FILTER RE-
COMMENDATION
Selecting the correct oil
It is essential to choose the correct grade,
quality, and viscosity engine oil to ensure
satisfactory engine life and performance, see
“Capacities and recommended fluids/lubricants”
(P.10-2) . NISSAN recommends the use of an
energy conserving oil in order to improve fuel
economy.
Select only engine oils that meet the American
Petroleum Institute (API) certification or Interna-tional Lubricant Standardization and Approval
Committee (ILSAC) certification and SAE vis-
cosity standard. These oils have the API
certification mark on the front of the container.
Oils which do not have the specified quality
label should not be used as they could cause
engine damage.
Oil additives
NISSAN does not recommend the use of oil
additives. The use of an oil additive is not
necessary when the proper oil type is used and
maintenance intervals are followed.
Oil which may contain foreign matter or has
been previously used should not be used.

Oil viscosity
The engine oil viscosity or thickness changes
with temperature. Because of this, it is important
that the engine oil viscosity be selected based
on the temperatures at which the vehicle will be
operated before the next oil change. Choosing
an oil viscosity other than that recommended
could cause serious engine damage.
Selecting the correct oil filter
Your new vehicle is equipped with a high-quality
genuine NISSAN oil filter. When replacing, use
the genuine oil filter or its equivalent for the
reason described in change intervals.
Change intervals
The oil and oil filter change intervals for your
engine are based on the use of the specified
quality oils and filters. Oil and filter other than the
specified quality, or oil and filter change intervals
longer than recommended could reduce engine
life. Damage to engines caused by improper
maintenance or use of incorrect oil and filter
quality and/or viscosity is not covered by the
new NISSAN vehicle limited warranties.
Your engine was filled with a high quality engine
oil when it was built. You do not have to change
the oil before the first recommended change
interval. Oil and filter change intervals depend
upon how you use your vehicle.
AIR CONDITIONING SYSTEM RE-
FRIGERANT AND LUBRICANT RE-
COMMENDATIONS
The air conditioning system in your
NISSAN vehicle must be charged with the
refrigerant HFC-134a (R-134a) and the
lubricant, NISSAN A/C system oil Type S
or the exact equivalents.
CAUTION
The use of any other refrigerant or
lubricant may cause severe damage to
the air conditioning system and may
require the replacement of all air con-
ditioner system components.
The refrigerant HFC-134a (R-134a) in your
NISSAN vehicle will not harm the earth’s ozone
layer. Although this refrigerant does not affect
the earth’s atmosphere, certain governmental
regulations require the recovery and recycling of
any refrigerant during automotive air condition-
ing system service. Your NISSAN dealer has the
trained technicians and equipment needed to
recover and recycle your air conditioning system
refrigerant.
It is recommended you visit a NISSAN dealer
when servicing your air conditioning system.
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11-2
Seat belt warning light and chime .................. 2-16
Circuit breaker, Fusible link ..................................... 8-19
Cleaning exterior and interior ........................... 7-2, 7-4
Climate control ............................................................ 4-52
Coat hooks ................................................................... 2-55
Cockpit ............................................................................ 2-3
Cold weather driving .............................................. 5-140
Compact Disc (CD) player (See
audio system) .............................................................. 4-72
Console box ................................................................. 2-54
Controller, Center multi-function control panel .... 4-5
Controls Control panel button .............................................. 4-4
Multi-function controller ........................................ 4-5
Coolant Capacities and
recommended fluids/lubricants ........................ 10-2
Changing engine coolant ..................................... 8-5
Checking engine coolant level ............................ 8-5
Corrosion protection .................................................... 7-7
Cruise control .............................................................. 5-67 Fixed speed cruise control (on
ICC system) .......................................................... 5-87
Intelligent Cruise Control (ICC) ..................... 5-69
Cup holders ................................................................. 2-50
D
Daytime running light system .................................. 2-40
Dimensions ................................................................... 10-9
Distance Control Assist (DCA) .............................. 5-91
Distance Control Assist (DCA) system
warning light ................................................................ 2-13
Drive belts .................................................................... 8-13
Drive positioner ........................................................... 3-33
Driving Cold weather driving ........................................ 5-140 Driving with automatic transmission ............... 5-18
On-pavement and off-road driving ..................... 5-9
Precautions when starting and driving ............. 5-4
Safety precautions .............................................. 5-10
DVD (Digital Versatile Disc) player operation ..... 4-74
DVD Entertainment System ..................................... 4-92
E
Economy, Fuel .......................................................... 5-122
Elapsed time ................................................................ 2-28
Emission control information label ...................... 10-11
Emission control system maintenance .................... 9-8
Emission control system warranty ....................... 10-30
Engine Before starting the engine ................................ 5-15
Break-in schedule .............................................. 5-121
Capacities and
recommended fluids/lubricants ........................ 10-2
Changing engine coolant ..................................... 8-5
Changing engine oil and filter ............................. 8-6
Checking engine coolant level ............................ 8-5
Checking engine oil level ..................................... 8-6
Coolant temperature gauge ................................. 2-7
Emergency engine shut off ............................... 5-14
Engine block heater .......................................... 5-141
Engine compartment check locations ............... 8-3
Engine cooling system .......................................... 8-4
Engine oil .................................................................. 8-6
Engine oil and oil filter recommendation ....... 10-6
Engine oil replacement indicator ..................... 2-26
Engine oil viscosity .............................................. 10-7
Engine serial number ........................................ 10-11
Engine specifications .......................................... 10-8
Engine start operation indicator ...................... 2-23
If your vehicle overheats .................................... 6-14
Oil pressure gauge ................................................ 2-8 Protection mode .................................................. 5-17
Remote engine start operation indicator ....... 2-23
Starting the engine ............................................. 5-16
Entry/exit function, Automatic drive positioner .... 3-33
Event Data Recorders (EDR) ............................... 10-33
Exhaust gas (carbon monoxide) ............................... 5-4
Explanation of scheduled maintenance items ....... 9-5
Extended storage fuse warning .............................. 2-24
Extended storage switch .......................................... 8-21F
F.M.V.S.S./C.M.V.S.S. certification label ............ 10-11
Filter Air cleaner housing filter .................................... 8-15
Changing engine oil and filter ............................. 8-6
Flashers (See hazard warning flasher switch) ...... 6-2
Flat tire ............................................................................ 6-3
Flat towing ................................................................. 10-29
Flexible seating ............................................................ 1-11
Floor mat cleaning ........................................................ 7-5
Fluid Automatic Transmission Fluid (ATF) .................. 8-8
Brake fluid ................................................................ 8-9
Capacities and
recommended fluids/lubricants ........................ 10-2
Engine coolant ........................................................ 8-4
Engine oil .................................................................. 8-6
Power steering fluid ............................................... 8-8
Window washer fluid .......................................... 8-10
FM-AM-SAT radio with Compact Disc
(CD) player ................................................................... 4-70
Fog light switch .......................................................... 2-42
Forward Emergency Braking (FEB) .................. 5-105
Forward Emergency Braking system
warning light ................................................................ 2-14
Front auxiliary input jacks ......................................... 4-88

11-4
F.M.V.S.S./C.M.V.S.S. certification label ...... 10-11
Tire and Loading information label .... 8-31, 10-12
Vehicle identification number (VIN) .............. 10-10
Lane Departure Prevention (LDP) ON indicator
light (green) ................................................................. 2-18
Lane Departure Warning (LDW) indicator
light (orange) ............................................................... 2-14
Lane Departure Warning (LDW)/Lane Departure
Prevention (LDP) ........................................................ 5-23
LATCH system ............................................................ 1-33
License plate, Installing front license plate ....... 10-12
Liftgate .......................................................................... 3-22
Light Air bag warning light .......................................... 1-68
Bulb replacement ................................................ 8-24
Cargo light ............................................................ 2-67
Fog light switch ................................................... 2-42
Headlight switch .................................................. 2-37
Headlights bulb replacement ........................... 8-25
Indicator lights ...................................................... 2-17
Interior light control switch ............................... 2-65
Interior lights ......................................................... 2-65
Map lights .............................................................. 2-65
Replacement ......................................................... 8-24
Vanity mirror lights ............................................... 2-66
Warning/indicator lights and
audible reminders ................................................ 2-11
Lights, Exterior and interior light replacement .... 8-26
Linking Intelligent Key (air conditioner) ................. 4-58
Loading information (See vehicle
loading information) ................................................ 10-13
Lock Automatic door locks ............................................ 3-6
Door locks ................................................................ 3-4
Liftgate lock .......................................................... 3-22
Power door lock ..................................................... 3-4
Locking with mechanical key ..................................... 3-4 Loose fuel cap warning ............................................ 3-26
Low outside temperature warning ......................... 2-25
Low tire pressure warning light .............................. 2-15
Low tire pressure warning system (See Tire Pressure
Monitoring System (TPMS)) ...................................... 5-5
Luggage hooks ........................................................... 2-56
M
Maintenance
Battery .................................................................... 8-11
General maintenance ............................................ 9-2
Inside the vehicle .................................................... 9-3
Maintenance indicators ...................................... 2-26
Maintenance log .................................................. 9-14
Maintenance precautions ..................................... 8-2
Maintenance requirements ................................... 9-2
Maintenance schedules ........................................ 9-6
Maintenance under severe
driving conditions ................................................ 9-13
Outside the vehicle ................................................ 9-2
Seat belt maintenance ....................................... 1-27
Standard maintenance .......................................... 9-7
Maintenance schedules .............................................. 9-6
Malfunction Indicator Light (MIL) ........................... 2-18
Map lights ..................................................................... 2-65
Master warning light .................................................. 2-16
Mechanical key (Intelligent Key system) ................. 3-3
Memory storage, Automatic drive positioner ....... 3-34
Meter Trip computer ....................................................... 2-27
Meters and gauges ...................................................... 2-5 Instrument brightness control ........................... 2-40
Mirror Inside mirror .......................................................... 3-30
Outside mirrors .................................................... 3-31
Vanity mirror .......................................................... 3-33 Monitor
Around View
ŠMonitor ....................................... 4-29
Monitor, RearView Monitor ...................................... 4-21
Moonroof ...................................................................... 2-62
Moving Object Detection (MOD) ........................... 4-46
N
New vehicle break-in .............................................. 5-121
NISSAN Vehicle Immobilizer System .................... 2-31
NISSAN voice recognition system ...................... 4-117
O
Odometer ....................................................................... 2-6
Off-road recovery ......................................................... 5-9
Oil Capacities and
recommended fluids/lubricants ........................ 10-2
Changing engine oil and filter ............................. 8-6
Checking engine oil level ..................................... 8-6
Engine oil .................................................................. 8-6
Engine oil pressure gauge ................................... 2-8
Engine oil viscosity .............................................. 10-7
Oil filter replacement indicator ......................... 2-26
Operation, operational indicators ........................... 2-23
Outside air temperature ............................................ 2-28
Outside mirrors ........................................................... 3-31
Overheat, If your vehicle overheats ....................... 6-14
Owner’s Manual/Service Manual
order information ...................................................... 10-33
P
Panic alarm .................................................................. 3-17
Parking Brake break-in .................................................... 5-136