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GUID-20D632A7-EF37-4DBF-9F53-E37E4009B631.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 ªEngine oil and oil filter recommenda-
tionº (P.9-6) .)GUID-8D3D4725-47F4-4A2F-BC0F-1FD589A930F2
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WARNING
.Do not stop or park the vehicle over
flammable materials such as dry
grass, waste paper or rags. They
may ignite and cause a fire.
. Never leave the engine running
while the vehicle is unattended.
. Do not leave children unattended
inside the vehicle. They could un-
knowingly activate switches or con-
trols. Unattended children could
become involved in serious acci- dents.
. Safe parking procedures require
that both the parking brake be
applied and the transmission placed
into P (Park) for Automatic Trans-
mission (AT) model or in an appro-
priate gear for Manual Transmission
(MT) model. Failure to do so could
cause the vehicle to move unexpect-
edly or roll away and result in an
accident.
. Make sure the automatic transmis-
sion shift lever has been pushed as
far forward as it can go and cannot
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9-2Technical and consumer information
GUID-80082F43-58D6-4C2E-8F86-1E99B1A7B004The following are approximate capacities. The actual refill capacities may be a little different. When refilling, follow the procedure
instructed in the ª8. Maintenance and do-it-yourselfº section to determine the proper refill capacity.
Capacity (Approximate)Recommended specifications
US measure Imp measure Liter
Fuel 19 gal 15-7/8 gal 71.9See ªFuel informationº (P.9-4) .
Engine oil
Drain and refill With oil filter change
5-1/8 qt 4-3/8 qt 4.9.
For additional information, see ªEngine oilº (P.8-10) for changing engine oil.
. NISSAN recommends Genuine NISSAN Ester Oil available at a NISSAN dealer.
. Genuine NISSAN engine oil or equivalent
. Engine oil with API Certification Mark
. Viscosity SAE 5W-30
. For additional information, see ªEngine oil and oil filter recommendationº (P.9-6).
Without oil filter change
4-7/8 qt 4 qt4.6
Cooling system With reservoirAutomatic transmission
model
9-5/8 qt 8 qt
9.1
Pre-diluted Genuine NISSAN Long Life Antifreeze/Coolant (blue) or equivalent
Manual transmission
model 9-3/4 qt 8-1/8 qt
9.2
Reservoir 7/8 qt 3/4 qt0.8
Automatic transmission fluid ÐÐÐ.
Genuine NISSAN Matic S ATF
. Using automatic transmission fluid other than Genuine NISSAN Matic S ATF will
cause deterioration in driveability and automatic transmission durability, and
may damage the automatic transmission, which is not covered by the NISSAN
new vehicle limited warranty.
Manual transmission gear oil ÐÐÐ.
Genuine NISSAN Manual Transmission Fluid (MTF) HQ Multi 75W-85 or API GL-4,
Viscosity SAE 75W-85
Differential gear oil ÐÐÐFor AT and NISMO models:
.
API GL-5 synthetic gear oil, Viscosity SAE 75W-90
. See a NISSAN dealer for service for synthetic oil.
Except for AT and NISMO models:
. Genuine NISSAN Differential Oil Hypoid Super GL-5 80W-90 or API GL-5, Viscosity SAE
80W-90
. For hot climates, Viscosity SAE 90 is suitable for ambient temperatures above 328F (08C).
Power steering fluid (PSF) Refill to the proper oil level according to the
instructions in the ª8. Maintenance and do-it-
yourselfº section..
Genuine NISSAN PSF or equivalent
. DEXRON
TMVI type ATF may also be used.
CAPACITIES AND RECOMMENDED
FLUIDS/LUBRICANTS
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ENGINE OIL AND OIL FILTER RE-
COMMENDATION
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Selecting the correct oilGUID-4254FD84-FD03-4EC3-AFA5-F88A5B17916BIt is essential to choose the correct grade,
quality, and viscosity engine oil to ensure
satisfactory engine life and performance, see
ªCapacities and recommended fluids/lubricantsº
(P.9-2) . 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 additivesGUID-536E873C-CFAD-4AB7-832C-C91DAAD5AF57NISSAN 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 viscosityGUID-0153E86E-8F0C-44F4-806C-94B56D0A6C39The 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 filterGUID-1C8F8F82-C208-4261-A534-59250D87D84DYour 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 intervalsGUID-93CA8494-A11B-4ABD-AF02-810BC57FD686The 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. Operation under
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10-2
CoolantCapacities and
recommended fluids/lubricants ...
............................ 9-2
Changing engine coolant ...
...................................... 8-9
Checking engine coolant level ...
............................. 8-9
Corrosion protection ...
.................................................... 7-8
Cover, Cargo cover ...
.................................................... 2-44
Cruise control ...
............................................................... 5-21
Cup holders ...
.................................................................. 2-42
D
Dampers, Performance dampers ...
............................ 5-31
Daytime running light system ...
................................... 2-35
Defroster switch, Rear window
defroster switch ...
........................................................... 2-32
Dimensions ...
................................................................... 9-10
Drive belts ...
..................................................................... 8-18
Driving Cold weather driving ...
........................................... 5-32
Driving with automatic transmission ...
................ 5-12
Driving with manual transmission ...
..................... 5-16
Precautions when starting and driving ...
.............. 5-2
DVD player operation ...
................................................. 4-55
E
Economy, Fuel ...
.............................................................. 5-25
Elapsed time ...
................................................................. 2-25
Emergency tire puncture repair kit ...
........................... 6-8
Emission control information label ...
.......................... 9-12
Emission control system warranty ...
........................... 9-22
Engine Before starting the engine ...
................................. 5-11
Break-in schedule ...
................................................ 5-23
Capacities and
recommended fluids/lubricants ...
............................ 9-2 Changing engine coolant
...
...................................... 8-9
Changing engine oil and filter ...
........................... 8-10
Checking engine coolant level ...
............................. 8-9
Checking engine oil level ...
................................... 8-10
Coolant temperature gauge ...
................................. 2-7
Emergency engine shut off ...
................................ 5-10
Engine block heater ...
............................................. 5-33
Engine compartment check locations ...
................ 8-7
Engine cooling system ...
........................................... 8-8
Engine oil ...
................................................................ 8-10
Engine oil and oil filter recommendation ...
........... 9-6
Engine oil replacement indicator ...
...................... 2-22
Engine oil temperature gauge ...
.............................. 2-8
Engine oil viscosity ...
.................................................. 9-6
Engine serial number ...
........................................... 9-12
Engine specifications ...
............................................. 9-8
Engine start operation indicator ...
....................... 2-19
Engine start operation indicator (Manual
Transmission models) ...
......................................... 2-20
If your vehicle overheats ...
..................................... 6-16
Starting the engine ...
.............................................. 5-11
Event Data Recorders (EDR) ...
................................... 9-24
Exhaust gas (carbon monoxide) ...
................................ 5-2
Extended storage fuse warning ...
............................... 2-22
Exterior light indicator ...
................................................ 2-15F
F.M.V.S.S./C.M.V.S.S. certification label ...
............... 9-12
Filter Air cleaner housing filter ...
.................................... 8-19
Changing engine oil and filter ...
........................... 8-10
Flashers (See hazard warning flasher switch) ...
....... 6-2
Flat tire ...
............................................................................. 6-3
Repairing flat tire (with emergency tire
puncture repair kit) ...
................................................. 6-8
Flat towing ...
.................................................................... 9-21 Floor mat cleaning
...
........................................................ 7-6
Fluid Automatic transmission fluid (ATF) ...
.................. 8-12
Brake and clutch fluid ...
......................................... 8-13
Brake fluid ...
.............................................................. 8-13
Capacities and
recommended fluids/lubricants ...
............................ 9-2
Engine coolant ...
......................................................... 8-8
Engine oil ...
................................................................ 8-10
Power steering fluid ...
............................................. 8-12
Window washer fluid ...
.......................................... 8-14
FM-AM radio with Compact Disc (CD) player ...
.... 4-43
FM-AM-SAT radio with Compact Disc
(CD) player ...
................................................................... 4-52
Fog light switch ...
........................................................... 2-37
Front manual seat adjustment ...
.................................... 1-4
Front passenger air bag and status light ...
.............. 1-36
Front power seat adjustment ...
..................................... 1-2
Front seat, Front seat adjustment ...
............................. 1-2
Front-seat active head restraints ...
.............................. 1-9
Fuel Capacities and
recommended fluids/lubricants ...
............................ 9-2
Fuel economy ...
........................................................ 5-25
Fuel economy information (display) ...
.................... 4-9
Fuel information ...
....................................................... 9-4
Fuel octane rating ...
................................................... 9-4
Fuel-filler cap ...
......................................................... 3-34
Fuel-filler door ...
....................................................... 3-34
Gauge ...
........................................................................ 2-8
LOOSE FUEL CAP warning ...
............................. 3-35
Fuel efficient driving tips ...
........................................... 5-24
Fuses ...
.............................................................................. 8-22
Fusible links ...
.................................................................. 8-22
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Loading information (See vehicle
loading information)...
.................................................... 9-18
Lock Automatic door locks ...
............................................. 3-5
Door locks ...
................................................................. 3-4
Power door lock ...
...................................................... 3-4
Rear hatch lock ...
..................................................... 3-17
Trunk lid ...
.................................................................. 3-19
Locking with mechanical key ...
...................................... 3-4
Low tire pressure warning light ...
............................... 2-13
Low tire pressure warning system (See tire
pressure monitoring system (TPMS)) ...
...................... 5-3
M
Maintenance
Battery ...
..................................................................... 8-15
General maintenance ...
............................................. 8-3
Inside the vehicle ...
.................................................... 8-4
Maintenance indicators ...
....................................... 2-22
Maintenance precautions ...
...................................... 8-6
Maintenance requirements ...
.................................... 8-3
Outside the vehicle ...
................................................. 8-3
Seat belt maintenance ...
........................................ 1-15
Malfunction indicator light (MIL) ...
.............................. 2-15
Manual front seat adjustment ...
..................................... 1-4
Map lights ...
..................................................................... 2-48
Master warning light ...
................................................... 2-14
Mechanical key (Intelligent Key system) ...
................. 3-3
Meter Trip computer ...
........................................................ 2-23
Meters and gauges ...
....................................................... 2-5
Instrument brightness control ...
........................... 2-36
Mirror Inside mirror ...
........................................................... 3-37
Outside mirrors ...
..................................................... 3-38
Vanity mirror ...
........................................................... 3-39 Multi-function controller
...
............................................... 4-4
N
New vehicle break-in ...
.................................................. 5-23
NISSAN Vehicle Immobilizer System ...
..................... 2-29
NISSAN voice recognition system ...
......................... 4-98
No key warning ...
............................................................ 2-19
O
Odometer ...
........................................................................ 2-6
Off-road recovery ...
.......................................................... 5-6
Oil Capacities and
recommended fluids/lubricants ...
............................ 9-2
Changing engine oil and filter ...
........................... 8-10
Checking engine oil level ...
................................... 8-10
Engine oil ...
................................................................ 8-10
Engine oil viscosity ...
.................................................. 9-6
Oil filter replacement indicator ...
......................... 2-22
Opening the soft top ...
.................................................. 3-21
Operation, Operational indicators ...
........................... 2-19
Outside mirrors ...
............................................................ 3-38
Overheat, If your vehicle overheats ...
........................ 6-16
Owner's Manual/Service Manual
order information ...
......................................................... 9-25
P
Panic alarm ...
................................................................... 3-14
Parking Brake break-in ...
....................................................... 5-27
Parking brake operation ...
..................................... 5-21
Parking on hills ...
..................................................... 5-25
Performance dampers ...
................................................ 5-31 Phone
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11 Gas station information
GUID-8BCA3B07-950A-4023-8901-1807D14F80F4FUEL INFORMATION:GUID-4F65F54F-F388-496E-805F-678F9127B616
VQ37VHR engineGUID-56F5CD3A-A544-4686-906F-C955B1D33E06Use unleaded premium gasoline with an octane
rating of at least 91 AKI (Anti-Knock Index)
number (Research octane number 96) .
If unleaded premium gasoline is not available,
unleaded regular gasoline with an octane rating
of 87 AKI number (Research octane number 91)
may be temporarily used, but only under the
following precautions:
.Have the fuel tank filled only partially with
unleaded regular gasoline, and fill up with
unleaded premium gasoline as soon as
possible.
. Avoid full throttle driving and abrupt accel-
eration.
Use unleaded premium gasoline for max-
imum vehicle performance.
CAUTION
. Using a fuel other than that speci-
fied could adversely affect the emis-
sion control systems, and may also
affect warranty coverage. .
Under no circumstances should a
leaded gasoline be used, since this
will damage the three way catalyst.
. Do not use E-15 or E-85 fuel in your
vehicle. Your vehicle is not designed
to run on E-15 or E-85 fuel. Using E-
15 or E-85 fuel in a vehicle not
specifically designed for E-15 or E-
85 fuel can adversely affect the
emission control devices and sys-
tems of the vehicle. Damage caused
by such fuel is not covered by the
NISSAN new vehicle limited war-
ranty.
. U.S. government regulations require
ethanol dispensing pumps to be
identified by a small, square, orange
and black label with the common
abbreviation or the appropriate per-
centage for that region.
For additional information, see ªCapacities and
recommended fluids/lubricantsº (P.9-2) .
ENGINE OIL RECOMMENDATION:GUID-00850FC6-19BE-4FA4-B3C0-04359AF5A0AB. Genuine NISSAN engine oil or equivalent
. Engine oil with API Certification Mark
. Viscosity SAE 5W-30
See ªCapacities and recommended fluids/lubri-
cantsº (P.9-2) for engine oil and oil filter
recommendation.
COLD TIRE PRESSURES:GUID-8EB8DAAE-681D-4FF9-B875-BDD126B85BF1The label is typically located on the driver side
center pillar or on the driver's door. For
additional information, see ªWheels and tiresº
(P.8-30) .
NEW VEHICLE BREAK-IN PROCE-
DURES RECOMMENDATION:
GUID-4CC7389B-960C-4ED3-8256-5A0EF0CF1D0DDuring the first 1,200 miles (2,000 km) of
vehicle use, follow the recommendations out-
lined in the ªBreak-in scheduleº (P.5-23) of this
Owner's Manual. Follow these recommenda-
tions for the future reliability and economy of
your new vehicle.
GAS STATION INFORMATION
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