checking oil NISSAN ALTIMA 2005 L31 / 3.G Owners Manual

2 Instruments and controls
Instrument panel...................................2-2
Meters and gauges ................................2-3
Speedometer and odometer .....................2-4
Trip computer (if so equipped) ...................2-5
Tachometer ....................................2-7
Engine coolant temperature gauge ...............2-8
Fuel gauge ....................................2-8
Engine oil pressure gauge .......................2-9
Voltmeter ..................................... 2-10
Fuel consumption gauge .......................2-10
Warning/indicator lights and audible reminders ......2-11
Checking bulbs ............................... 2-11
Warning lights ................................ 2-11
Indicator lights ................................ 2-14
Audible reminders ............................. 2-15
Security systems ................................. 2-16
Vehicle security system (if so equipped) ..........2-16
Nissan vehicle immobilizer system (NVIS) ........2-17
Windshield wiper and washer switch ...............2-19
Switch operation .............................. 2-19
Rear window and outside mirror (if so equipped)
defroster switch .................................. 2-20
Headlight and turn signal switch ....................2-21Xenon headlights (if so equipped)
...............2-21
Headlight control switch ........................ 2-21
Daytime running light system (Canada only) ......2-23
Instrument brightness control ...................2-24
Turn signal switch ............................. 2-24
Fog light switch (if so equipped) ................2-25
Hazard warning flasher switch .....................2-25
Horn ............................................ 2-26
Heated seat (if so equipped) .......................2-26
Traction control system (TCS) off switch
(if so equipped) .................................. 2-27
Power outlet ..................................... 2-27
Cigarette lighter and ashtray (if so equipped) ........2-28
Storage ......................................... 2-29
Map pockets .................................. 2-29
Seatback pockets (if so equipped) ..............2-29
Sunglasses holder ............................. 2-30
Cup holders .................................. 2-30
Glove box .................................... 2-31
Console box .................................. 2-31
Instrument panel storage (if so equipped) ........2-33
Covered storage box (if so equipped) ............2-34
Grocery hooks (if so equipped) .................2-34
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orAnti-lock brake warning light
(if so equipped)Low windshield washer fluid warning lightorFront passenger air bag status
light
Automatic transmission check warning light
(if so equipped)Seat belt warning light and chimeHigh beam indicator light (Blue)
orBrake warning lightSupplemental air bag warning lightMalfunction indicator lamp (MIL)
Charge warning lightTrunk lid open warning lightSlip indicator light (if so equipped)
Door open warning lightAutomatic transmission position indicator light
(A/T models)Traction control system off indicator light
(if so equipped)
Engine oil pressure warning lightCRUISE main switch indicator light
(if so equipped)Turn signal/hazard indicator lights
orLow fuel warning lightCruise SET switch indicator light
(if so equipped)
CHECKING BULBS
With all doors closed, apply the parking brake
and turn the ignition key to the ON position
without starting the engine. The following lights
will come on:
,or,,,
The following lights come on briefly and then go
off:
or,,,,
If any light fails to come on, it may indicate
a burned-out bulb or an open circuit in the
electrical system. Have the system repaired
promptly.
WARNING LIGHTS
orAnti-lock brake
warning light (if so
equipped)
If the light comes on while the engine is running,
it may indicate the anti-lock brake system is not
functioning properly. Have the system checked
by a NISSAN dealer.
WARNING/INDICATOR LIGHTS AND
AUDIBLE REMINDERS
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8 Maintenance and do-it-yourself
Maintenance requirements..........................8-2
General maintenance ..............................8-2
Explanation of general maintenance items .........8-2
Maintenance precautions ...........................8-5
Engine compartment check locations ................8-6
Engine cooling system .............................8-8
Checking engine coolant level ...................8-8
Changing engine coolant ........................8-9
Engine oil .........................................8-9
Checking engine oil level ........................8-9
Changing engine oil ........................... 8-10
Changing engine oil filter .......................8-12
4-speed automatic transmission fluid ...............8-13
Temperature conditions for checking .............8-13
5-speed automatic transmission fluid ...............8-15
Power steering fluid ............................... 8-15
Brake and clutch fluid ............................. 8-15
Brake fluid .................................... 8-16
Clutch fluid ................................... 8-16
Window washer fluid ............................. 8-16
Window washer fluid reservoir ..................8-16
Battery .......................................... 8-17
Jump starting ................................. 8-18Drive belts
....................................... 8-19
Spark plugs ...................................... 8-20
Replacing spark plugs ......................... 8-20
Air cleaner ....................................... 8-21
In-cabin microfilter (if so equipped) ..............8-21
Windshield wiper blades .......................... 8-24
Cleaning ..................................... 8-24
Replacing .................................... 8-24
Parking brake and brake pedal .....................8-25
Checking parking brake ........................ 8-25
Checking brake pedal .......................... 8-25
Brake booster ................................. 8-26
Fuses ........................................... 8-26
Engine compartment ........................... 8-26
Passenger compartment .......................8-28
Keyfob battery replacement ........................8-29
Lights ........................................... 8-30
Headlights .................................... 8-30
Front park/turn/sidemarker light .................8-30
Fog lights (if so equipped) ......................8-30
Exterior and interior lights .......................8-31
Wheels and tires ................................. 8-38
Tire pressure .................................. 8-38
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CHANGING ENGINE COOLANT
A NISSAN dealer can change the engine coolant.
The service procedure can be found in the
NISSAN Service Manual.
Improper servicing can result in reduced
heater performance and engine overheat-
ing.
WARNING
cTo avoid the danger of being scalded,
never change the coolant when the en-
gine is hot.
c Never remove the radiator cap when the
engine is hot. Serious burns could be
caused by high pressure fluid escaping
from the radiator.
c Avoid direct skin contact with used
coolant. If skin contact is made, wash
thoroughly with soap or hand cleaner
as soon as possible.
c Keep coolant out of the reach of chil-
dren and pets.
Engine coolant must be disposed of properly.
Check your local regulations.
CHECKING ENGINE OIL LEVEL
1. Park the vehicle on a level surface and apply the parking brake.
2. Start the engine and let it idle until it reaches operating temperature.
3. Turn off the engine. Wait more than 10
minutes for the oil to drain back into
the oil pan. 4. Remove the dipstick and wipe it clean. Re-
insert it all the way.
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ENGINE OIL
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Chimes, audible reminders...........2-15
Cigarette lighter and ashtray ..........2-28
Cleaning exterior and interior ..........7-2
Clock ........... .4-28, 4-32, 4-38, 4-42
(models with navigation system) ......4-8
Clock set Control panel buttons ............4-8
Clutch Clutch fluid ................ .8-16
Cold weather driving ............. .5-22
Console box .................. .2-31
Control panel buttons With navigation system ...........4-2
Controls Heater and air conditioner
controls ............... .4-12, 4-20
Coolant Capacities and recommended
fuel/lubricants ................ .9-2
Changing engine coolant ..........8-9
Checking engine coolant level ........8-8
Engine coolant temperature gauge .....2-8
Corrosion protection .............. .7-5
Cruise control ................. .5-15
Cup holders .................. .2-30
D
Daytime running light system
(Canada only) ................. .2-23
Defroster switch Rear window and outside mirror
defroster switch .............. .2-20
Dimensions and weights .............9-8
Display controls (see control panel buttons) . .4-2 Door locks
................... .3-3
Door open warning light ............2-12
Drive belts ................... .8-19
Driving Cold weather driving ............5-22
Driving with automatic transmission .....5-7
Driving with manual transmission .....5-11
Precautions when starting and driving . . .5-2
E
Economy - fuel ................ .5-17
Emission control information label .......9-11
Emission control system warranty .......9-20
Engine Before starting the engine ..........5-6
Capacities and recommended
fuel/lubricants ................ .9-2
Changing engine coolant ..........8-9
Changing engine oil ............8-10
Changing engine oil filter ..........8-12
Checking engine coolant level ........8-8
Checking engine oil level ..........8-9
Engine compartment check locations . . . .8-8
Engine coolant temperature gauge .....2-8
Engine cooling system ............8-8
Engine oil .................. .8-9
Engine oil and oil filter recommendation . .9-5
Engine oil viscosity ............. .9-5
Engine serial number ............9-10
Engine specifications .............9-7
Starting the engine ............. .5-6
Engine oil pressure gauge ............2-9
Engine oil pressure low/engine coolant
temperature high warning light .........2-12English/Metric button
..............4-8
Control panel buttons ............4-8
ENTER button ................. .4-2
Enter button Control panel buttons ............4-2
Event data recorders ............. .9-22
Exhaust gas (Carbon monoxide) ........5-2
Eyeglass case ................. .2-30
F
Flashers
(See hazard warning flasher switch) ......2-25
Flat tire ..................... .6-2
Floor mat positioning aid .............7-4
Fluid Automatic transmission fluid (ATF) . . . .8-13
Brake fluid ................. .8-15
Capacities and recommended
fuel/lubricants ................ .9-2
Clutch fluid ................ .8-16
Engine coolant ............... .8-8
Engine oil .................. .8-9
Power steering fluid ............ .8-15
Window washer fluid ............8-16
F.M.V.S.S. certification label ..........9-10
Fog light switch ................ .2-25
Front air bag system
(See supplemental restraint system) .....1-40
Front seats ................... .1-2
Fuel Capacities and recommended
fuel/lubricants ................ .9-2
Fuel economy ............... .5-17
Fuel filler cap ............... .3-12
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Headlight and turn signal switch......2-21
Interior light ................ .2-39
Light bulbs ................. .8-30
Low washer fluid warning light .......2-13
Passenger air bag and status light .....1-42
Security indicator light ...........1-42
Spotlights (See map light) .........2-40
Trunk light ................. .2-41
Warning/indicator lights and audible
reminders ................. .2-11
Lights Map lights ................. .2-40
Lock Child safety rear door lock ..........3-5
Door locks ................. .3-3
Fuel filler lid lock opener lever .......3-12
Glove box lock .............. .2-31
Power door locks .............. .3-4
Trunk lid lock opener lever .........3-10
Low fuel warning light .............2-13
Low washer fluid warning light .........2-13
Luggage (See vehicle loading information) . .9-12
M
Maint (maintenance) button Control panel buttons ............4-4
Maint (Maintenance) button, control panel
display ...................... .4-4
Maintenance General maintenance ............8-2
Inside the vehicle .............. .8-3
Maintenance precautions ..........8-5
Outside the vehicle ............. .8-2
Seat belt maintenance ...........1-16Under the hood and vehicle
.........8-4
Malfunction indicator lamp (MIL) ........2-14
Manual front seat adjustment ..........1-2
Map lights ................... .2-40
Map pocket .................. .2-29
Meters and gauges ............... .2-3
Instrument brightness control .......2-24
Mirror Automatic anti-glare inside mirror .....3-15
Inside mirror ................ .3-15
Outside mirrors .............. .3-16
Vanity mirror ................ .3-15
Multi-remote control system
(See remote keyless entry system) .......3-5
N
Nissan vehicle immobilizer system (NVIS) . .2-17, 3-2, 5-5
O
Octane rating (See fuel octane rating) .....9-4
Odometer .................... .2-4
Oil Capacities and recommended
fuel/lubricants ................ .9-2
Changing engine oil ............8-10
Changing engine oil filter ..........8-12
Checking engine oil level ..........8-9
Engine oil .................. .8-9
Engine oil and oil filter recommendation . .9-5
Engine oil pressure low/engine coolant
temperature high warning light .......2-12 Engine oil viscosity
............. .9-5
Outside mirrors ................ .3-16
Overheat If your vehicle overheats ...........6-8
Owner’s manual order form ..........9-23
Owner’s manual/service manual order
information ................... .9-23
P
Parking Parking brake check ............8-25
Parking brake operation ..........5-14
Parking/parking on hills ...........5-18
Power Power door locks .............. .3-4
Power outlet ................ .2-27
Power rear windows ............2-37
Power steering fluid ............ .8-15
Power steering system ...........5-19
Power windows .............. .2-36
Rear power windows ............2-37
Precautions Maintenance precautions ..........8-5
Precautions on child restraints . . .1-17, 1-29
Precautions on seat belt usage .......1-9
Precautions on supplemental restraint
system ................... .1-33
Precautions when starting and driving . . .5-2
PREV button .................. .4-3
Prev button Control panel buttons ............4-3
Programmable features ...........4-3, 4-6
Push starting .................. .6-8
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