fuel NISSAN ALTIMA 2006 L31 / 3.G Service And Maintenance Guide

OWNER’S LITERATURE INFORMATION
INDEX OF TOPICSWHERE TO FIND INFORMATION
Recommended Fuel, Lubricants, Fluids . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Owner’s Manual: chapter 9
Radio/CD/Heater/AC Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Owner’s Manual: chapter 4
Starting and Driving Your Vehicle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Owner’s Manual: chapter 5
Security System Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Owner’s Manual: chapter 2
Changing a Flat Tire . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Owner’s Manual: chapter 6
New Vehicle Limited Warranty . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Warranty Information Booklet: page 4
Federal Emission Control Warranties . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Warranty Information Booklet: page 7
California Emission Control Warranties . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Warranty Information Booklet: page 10
Tire Pressure/Rotation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Owner’s Manual: chapter 8
Tire Warranties/Safety Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Warranty Information Booklet: pages 15 to 37
Consumer Affairs Assistance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Warranty Information Booklet: page 2
Customer Care/Lemon Law Information
Booklet: page 5
Do It Yourself Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Owner’s Manual: chapter 8
General Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Owner’s Manual: chapter 8
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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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PREMIUM MAINTENANCESCHEDULE 1 AND 2 MAINTENANCE
❏Replace engine oil and filter
❏Replace engine air filter
❏Replace in-cabin microfilter
2
❏Rotate tires (except 350Z)
❏Inspect the following:
__ Automatic transmission fluid 4
__ Axle & suspension parts
__ Brake lines & cables
__ Brake pads, rotors, drums &
linings
__ Cruise control vacuum hoses
__ CVT fluid (Murano)
__ Differential oil1, 4
__ Drive shaft boots3
__ Exhaust system
__ Front suspension ball joints
__ Fuel lines/connections
__ Fuel tank vapor vent system hoses
__ Manual transmission oil
4
__ Propeller shaft (4WD/AWD)
__ Steering gear and linkage
__ Steering linkage ball joints
__ Transfer case oil (4WD/AWD)
4
❏Replace engine oil and filter
❏Lubricate all locks/hinges
❏Replace automatic transmission/CVT fluid
❏Replace differential oil
1
❏Replace engine air filter
❏Replace engine coolant/flush system
❏Replace engine drive belts
❏Replace in-cabin microfilter
2
❏Replace manual transmission oil
❏Replace radiator cap
❏Replace transfer case oil (4WD/AWD)
❏Replace wiper blades❏Rotate tires (except 350Z)
❏Optional: flush automatic transmission (flush with ATF)
❏Inspect the following:
__ All lights
__ Axle & suspension parts
__ Brake lines & cables
__ Brake pads, rotors, drums &
linings
__ Cruise control vacuum hoses
__ Drive shaft boots
3
__ Exhaust system__ Front suspension ball joints
__ Fuel lines/connections
__ Fuel tank vapor vent system hoses
__ Headlights/adjust if necessary
__ Propeller shaft (4WD/AWD)
__ Steering gear and linkage
__ Steering linkage ball joints
30,000 MILES OR 24 MONTHS
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Dealer Verified Service Stamp
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Mileage: _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _
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60,000 MILES OR 48 MONTHS
PREMIUM MAINTENANCESCHEDULE 1 AND 2 MAINTENANCE
❏Replace engine oil and filter
❏Replace engine air filter
❏Replace engine coolant
❏Replace in-cabin microfilter
2
❏Replace manual transmission oil (Frontier only)
❏Rotate tires (except 350Z)
❏Inspect the following:
__ Automatic transmission/CVT fluid4
__ Axle & suspension parts
__ Brake lines & cables
__ Brake pads, rotors, drums & linings
__ Cruise control vacuum hoses
__ Differential oil
1, 4
__ Drive shaft boots3
__ Engine drive belts
__ Exhaust system__ Front suspension ball joints
__ Fuel lines/connections
__ Fuel tank vapor vent
system hoses
__ Manual transmission oil
4
__ Propeller shaft (4WD/AWD)
__ Steering gear and linkage
__ Steering linkage ball joints
__ Transfer case oil (4WD/AWD)
4
❏Replace engine oil and filter
❏Lubricate all locks/hinges
❏Replace automatic transmission/CVT fluid
❏Replace differential oil
1
❏Replace engine air filter
❏Replace engine coolant/flush system
❏Replace engine drive belts
❏Replace in-cabin microfilter
2
❏Replace manual transmission oil
❏Replace radiator cap
❏Replace radiator hoses
❏Replace transfer case oil (4WD/AWD)
❏Replace wiper blades
❏Rotate tires (except 350Z)
❏Optional: flush automatic transmission (flush with ATF)
❏Inspect the following:
__ All lights__ Axle & suspension parts
__ Brake lines & cables
__ Brake pads, rotors, drums &
linings
__ Cruise control vacuum hoses
__ Drive shaft boots
3
__ Exhaust system__ Front suspension ball joints
__ Fuel lines/connections
__ Fuel tank vapor vent system hoses
__ Headlights/adjust if necessary
__ Propeller shaft (4WD/AWD)
__ Steering gear and linkage
__ Steering linkage ball joints
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Dealer Verified Service Stamp
Dealer name: _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _
Date: _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _
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Mileage: _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _
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PREMIUM MAINTENANCESCHEDULE 1 AND 2 MAINTENANCE
❏Replace engine oil and filter
❏Replace engine air filter
❏Replace engine coolant
❏Replace in-cabin microfilter
2
❏Rotate tires (except 350Z)
❏Inspect the following:
__ Automatic transmission fluid4
__ Axle & suspension parts
__ Brake lines & cables
__ Brake pads, rotors, drums & linings
__ Cruise control vacuum hoses
__ CVT fluid (Murano)
__ Differential oil
1, 4
__ Drive shaft boots3
__ Engine drive belts __ Exhaust system
__ Front suspension ball joints
__ Fuel lines/connections
__
Fuel tank vapor vent system hoses__ Manual transmission oil4
__ Propeller shaft (4WD/AWD)
__ Steering gear and linkage
__ Steering linkage ball joints
__ Transfer case oil (4WD/AWD)
4
❏Replace engine oil and filter
❏Lubricate all locks/hinges
❏Replace automatic transmission/CVT fluid
❏Replace differential oil
1
❏Replace engine air filter
❏Replace engine coolant/flush system
❏Replace engine drive belts
❏Replace in-cabin microfilter
2
❏Replace manual transmission oil
❏Replace radiator cap
❏Replace transfer case oil (4WD/AWD)
❏Replace wiper blades❏Rotate tires (except 350Z)
❏Optional: flush automatic transmission (flush with ATF)
❏Inspect the following:
__ All lights
__ Axle & suspension parts
__ Brake lines & cables
__ Brake pads, rotors, drums &
linings
__ Cruise control vacuum hoses
__ Drive shaft boots
3
__ Exhaust system__ Front suspension ball joints
__ Fuel lines/connections
__ Fuel tank vapor vent system hoses
__ Headlights/adjust if necessary
__ Propeller shaft (4WD/AWD)
__ Steering gear and linkage
__ Steering linkage ball joints
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90,000 MILES OR 72 MONTHS
Equipment varies by model. Perform only those operations that apply to your vehicle.
Dealer Verified Service Stamp
Dealer name: _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _
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Mileage: _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _
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120,000 MILES OR 96 MONTHS
PREMIUM MAINTENANCESCHEDULE 1 AND 2 MAINTENANCE
❏Replace engine oil and filter
❏ Lubricate all locks/hinges
❏Replace automatic transmission/CVT fluid
❏Replace differential oil
1
❏Replace engine air filter
❏Replace engine coolant/flush system
❏ Replace engine drive belts
❏Replace in-cabin microfilter
2
❏Replace manual transmission oil
❏Replace radiator cap
❏Replace radiator hoses
❏Replace transfer case oil (4WD/AWD)
❏Replace wiper blades
❏Rotate tires (except 350Z)
❏Optional: flush automatic transmission (flush with ATF)
❏Inspect the following:
__ All lights
__ Axle & suspension parts
__ Brake lines & cables
__
Brake pads, rotors, drums & linings__ Cruise control vacuum hoses
__ Drive shaft boots 3__ Exhaust system__ Front suspension ball joints
__ Fuel lines/connections
__
Fuel tank vapor vent system hoses__ Headlights/adjust if necesssary
__ Propeller shaft (4WD/AWD)
__ Steering gear and linkage
__ Steering linkage ball joints
❏Replace engine oil and filter
❏Replace engine air filter
❏Replace engine coolant
❏Replace in-cabin microfilter
2
❏Replace manual transmission oil (Frontier only)
❏Rotate tires (except 350Z)
❏Inspect the following:
__ Automatic transmission/CVT fluid 4
__ Axle & suspension parts
__ Brake lines & cables
__ Brake pads, rotors, drums & linings
__ Cruise control vacuum hoses
__ Differential oil
1, 4
__ Drive shaft boots 3
__ Engine drive belts
__ Exhaust system__ Front suspension ball joints
__ Fuel lines/connections
__ Fuel tank vapor vent system hoses
__ Manual transmission oil
4
__ Propeller shaft (4WD/AWD)__ Steering gear and linkage
__ Steering linkage ball joints
__ Transfer case oil (4WD/AWD)
4
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Dealer Verified Service Stamp
Dealer name: _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _
Date: _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _
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Mileage: _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _
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