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FUEL INFORMATIONGUID-BA85EEE0-9A81-4211-8927-2E98DFC15FE1
VQ37VHR engineGUID-1D69ED9E-74E3-4CD3-9D5C-1C6B04232E0DUse 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 at least 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 system, and may also
affect warranty coverage.
. Under no circumstances should a
leaded gasoline be used, because this will damage the three-way cat-
alyst.
. 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.
. Do not use fuel that contains the
octane booster methylcyclopenta-
dienyl manganese tricarbonyl
(MMT) . Using fuel containing MMT
may adversely affect vehicle perfor-
mance and vehicle emissions. Not
all fuel dispensers are labeled to
indicate MMT content, so you may
have to consult your gasoline retai-
ler for more details. Note that Fed-
eral and California laws prohibit the
use of MMT in reformulated gaso-
line.
. 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.
Gasoline specificationsGUID-6509BE20-CA4B-49F4-8B47-14F6CFFAAB8FNISSAN recommends using gasoline that meets
the World-Wide Fuel Charter (WWFC) speci-
fications where it is available. Many of the
automobile manufacturers developed this spe-
cification to improve emission system and
vehicle performance. Ask your service station
manager if the gasoline meets the World-Wide
Fuel Charter (WWFC) specifications.
Reformulated gasolineGUID-6E710A98-6E80-458D-AAAE-619C788A9415Some fuel suppliers are now producing refor-
mulated gasolines. These gasolines are specially
designed to reduce vehicle emissions. NISSAN
supports efforts towards cleaner air and sug-
gests that you use reformulated gasoline when
available.
Gasoline containing oxygenatesGUID-ED701BDF-9E71-405C-BC2D-FF17B0BCAF54Some fuel suppliers sell gasoline containing
oxygenates such as ethanol, MTBE and metha-
nol with or without advertising their presence.
NISSAN does not recommend the use of fuels
of which the oxygenate content and the fuel
compatibility for your NISSAN cannot be readily
determined. If in doubt, ask your service station
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manager.
If you use oxygenate-blend gasoline, please take
the following precautions as the usage of such
fuels may cause vehicle performance problems
and/or fuel system damage.
.The fuel should be unleaded and have
an octane rating no lower than that
recommended for unleaded gasoline.
. If an oxygenate-blend, excepting a
methanol blend, is used, it should
contain no more than 10% oxygenate.
(MTBE may, however, be added up to
15%.)
. E-15 fuel contains more than 10%
oxygenate. E-15 fuel will adversely
affect the emission control devices
and systems of the vehicle and should
not be used. Damage caused by such
fuel is not covered by the NISSAN New
Vehicle Limited Warranty.
. If a methanol blend is used, it should
contain no more than 5% methanol
(methyl alcohol, wood alcohol) . It
should also contain a suitable amount
of appropriate cosolvents and corro-
sion inhibitors. If not properly formu-
lated with appropriate cosolvents and
corrosion inhibitors, such methanol
blends may cause fuel system damage and/or vehicle performance problems.
At this time, sufficient data is not
available to ensure that all methanol
blends are suitable for use in NISSAN
vehicles.
If any undesirable driveability problems such as
engine stalling or hard hot starting are experi-
enced after using oxygenate-blend fuels, im-
mediately change to a non-oxygenate fuel or a
fuel with a low blend of MTBE.
Take care not to spill gasoline during
refueling. Gasoline containing oxygenates
can cause paint damage.
E-15 fuelGUID-7B3640EC-E445-4D85-8129-2A0AFD3A8BB8E-15 fuel is a mixture of approximately 15% fuel
ethanol and 85% unleaded gasoline. E-15 can
only be used in vehicles designed to run on E-
15 fuel. Do not use E-15 in your vehicle. U.S.
government regulations require fuel ethanol
dispensing pumps to be identified with small,
square, orange and black label with the common
abbreviation or the appropriate percentage for
that region.
E-85 fuelGUID-E7B10EF3-39A7-453E-88D9-EEE052384533E-85 fuel is a mixture of approximately 85% fuel
ethanol and 15% unleaded gasoline. E-85 can
only be used in a Flexible Fuel Vehicle (FFV) . Do
not use E-85 fuel in your vehicle. U.S. govern-
ment regulations require fuel ethanol dispensing
pumps to be identified by a small, square,
orange and black label with the common
abbreviation or the appropriate percentage for
that region.
Fuel containing MMTGUID-38456480-0B45-4003-89CB-0A6493E16273MMT, or methylcyclopentadienyl manganese
tricarbonyl, is an octane boosting additive.
NISSAN does not recommend the use of fuel
containing MMT. Such fuel may adversely affect
vehicle performance, including the emissions
control system. Note that while some fuel pumps
label MMT content, not all do, so you may have
to consult your gasoline retailer for more details.
Aftermarket fuel additivesGUID-1BF1290E-684C-4F12-91AB-B03775F5F8BBNISSAN does not recommend the use of any
aftermarket fuel additives (Example: fuel injector
cleaner, octane booster, intake valve deposit
removers, etc.) which are sold commercially.
Many of these additives intended for gum,
varnish or deposit removal may contain active
solvent or similar ingredients that can be harmful
to the fuel system and engine.
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Octane rating tipsGUID-7FA66B9E-C735-4D5A-B9A7-0D150B6F3118Using unleaded gasoline with an octane
rating lower than recommended above can
cause persistent, heavy spark knock.
(Spark knock is a metallic rapping noise.)
If severe, this can lead to engine damage.
If you detect a persistent heavy spark
knock even when using gasoline of the
stated octane rating, or if you hear steady
spark knock while holding a steady speed
on level roads, it is recommended you have
a NISSAN dealer correct the condition.
Failure to correct the condition is misuse
of the vehicle, for which NISSAN is not
responsible.
Incorrect ignition timing will result in knocking,
after-run or overheating. This in turn may cause
excessive fuel consumption or damage to the
engine. If any of the above symptoms are
encountered, have your vehicle checked at a
NISSAN dealer or other competent service
facility.
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.
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ENGINE OIL AND OIL FILTER RE-
COMMENDATION
GUID-8B253F86-4B0D-434E-AB7C-4BEC4E42CCB0
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.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 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.
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GUID-B420309F-F16D-4707-AD69-E722DD63A948If you plan to travel in another country,you
should first find out if the fuel available is suitable
for your vehicle's engine.
Using fuel with too low an octane rating may
cause engine damage. All gasoline vehicles
must be operated with unleaded gasoline.
Therefore, avoid taking your vehicle to areas
where appropriate fuel is not available.
When transferring the registration of your
vehicle to another country, state, province
or district, it may be necessary to modify the
vehicle to meet local laws and regulations.
The laws and regulations for motor vehicle
emission control and safety standards vary
according to the country, state, province or
district; therefore, vehicle specifications may
differ.
When any vehicle is to be taken into
another country, state, province or district
and registered, its modifications, transpor-
tation, and registration are the responsi-
bility of the user. NISSAN is not
responsible for any inconvenience that
may result.GUID-E018B553-568C-4526-82C1-2C4670B82FF1
STI0612
VEHICLE IDENTIFICATION NUMBER
(VIN) PLATE
GUID-F9E7C7AA-79C1-47F0-A3A3-A8FB021BE6B4The vehicle identification number plate is at-
tached as shown. This number is the identifica-
tion for your vehicle and is used in the vehicle
registration.
STI0613
VEHICLE IDENTIFICATION NUMBER
(chassis number)
GUID-11916BC7-CE5F-4687-9B45-6FCD3C1EDFDCThe number is stamped as shown in the engine
compartment.
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WHEN TRAVELING OR
REGISTERING IN ANOTHER
COUNTRY VEHICLE IDENTIFICATION
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Compact Disc (CD) player (See
audio system)...
.............................................................. 4-54
Compact spare tire ...
.................................................... 8-36
Console box ...
................................................................. 2-43
Coolant Capacities and
recommended fluids/lubricants ...
........................ 10-2
Changing engine coolant ...
..................................... 8-5
Checking engine coolant level ...
............................ 8-5
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 ...
.................................. 2-36
Defroster switch, Rear window
defroster switch ...
.......................................................... 2-32
Dimensions ...
................................................................ 10-10
Drive belts ...
.................................................................... 8-14
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
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Economy, Fuel ...
............................................................. 5-25
Elapsed time ...
................................................................ 2-25
Emergency tire puncture repair kit ...
........................... 6-9
Emission control information label ...
...................... 10-12
Emission control system maintenance ...
.................... 9-8
Emission control system warranty ...
....................... 10-23 Engine
Before starting the engine ...
................................ 5-11
Break-in schedule ...
................................................ 5-23
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 ...
............................... 5-10
Engine block heater ...
............................................ 5-33
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 ...
..................... 2-22
Engine oil temperature gauge ...
............................. 2-8
Engine oil viscosity ...
.............................................. 10-7
Engine serial number ...
........................................ 10-12
Engine specifications ...
.......................................... 10-8
Engine start operation indicator ...
...................... 2-19
Engine start operation indicator (Manual
Transmission models) ...
......................................... 2-20
If your vehicle overheats ...
.................................... 6-17
Starting the engine ...
............................................. 5-11
Event Data Recorders (EDR) ...
............................... 10-24
Exhaust gas (carbon monoxide) ...
............................... 5-2
Explanation of scheduled maintenance items ...
....... 9-5
Extended storage fuse warning ...
.............................. 2-22
Exterior light indicator ...
................................................ 2-15F
F.M.V.S.S./C.M.V.S.S. certification label ...
............ 10-12
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
Repairing flat tire (with emergency tire
puncture repair kit) ...
................................................. 6-9
Flat towing ...
................................................................. 10-21
Floor mat cleaning ...
........................................................ 7-6
Floor mat installation ...
.................................................... 7-6
Fluid Automatic Transmission Fluid (ATF) ...
.................. 8-8
Brake and clutch fluid ...
........................................... 8-9
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 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 ...
............. 1-37
Front power seat adjustment ...
.................................... 1-3
Front seat, Front seat adjustment ...
............................ 1-3
Front-seat active head restraints ...
.............................. 1-9
Fuel Capacities and
recommended fluids/lubricants ...
........................ 10-2
Fuel economy ...
....................................................... 5-25
Fuel economy information (display) ...
................... 4-9
Fuel information ...
.................................................... 10-4
Fuel octane rating ...
............................................... 10-4
Fuel-filler cap ...
........................................................ 3-34
Fuel-filler door ...
...................................................... 3-34
Gauge ...
........................................................................ 2-8
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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 at least 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.10-2) .
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.10-2) 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.8-26) .
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.
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