check oil NISSAN 350Z 2006 Z33 Service And Maintenance Guide

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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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Fuel Filter
Maintenance-free item (in-tank type filter) .
Fuel Lines*
Check the fuel hoses, piping and con-
nections for leaks, looseness, or deteri-
oration. Tighten connections or replace
parts as necessary.
Spark Plugs
Replace at specified intervals. Install
new plugs of the same type as originally
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 immedi-
ately.
Brake Pads, Rotors, Drums, &
Linings
Check for wear, deterioration and fluid
leaks. Replace any deteriorated or
damaged parts immediately.
Cruise Control Vacuum Hoses
Inspect cruise control vacuum hoses
for cracks and leakage at the specified
intervals.
Exhaust System
Visually inspect the exhaust pipes,
muffler and hangers for leaks, cracks,
deterioration, and damage. Tighten
connections or replace parts as
necessary.
In-Cabin Microfilter
Standard equipment on Altima (except
2.5 Base) , Maxima, Murano, Quest SE,
Titan Crew Cab LE, SE, and Frontier LE,
NISMO. Optional accessory on all othermodels. Replace at specified intervals.
When driving for prolonged periods in
dusty conditions, replace the filter more
frequently.
Propeller Shaft(s)
Check for damage, looseness, and
grease leakage. (4WD/AWD) .
Steering Gear and Linkage, Axle and
Suspension Parts, Drive Shaft Boots
Check for damage, looseness, and leak-
age of oil or grease. Under severe driving
conditions, inspect more frequently.
Tire Rotation
Tires should be rotated every 7,500 miles
according to the instructions in the
Owner’s Manual (except350Z) . When
rotating tires, check for damage and
uneven wear. Replace if necessary.
EXPLANATION OF SCHEDULED MAINTENANCE ITEMS
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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 (60,000 miles or 48 months for
Murano CVT fluid) .
EXPLANATION OF SCHEDULED MAINTENANCE ITEMS
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)
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