engine coolant NISSAN ALTIMA 2015 L33 / 5.G Service And Maintenance Guide

The following descriptions are pro-
vided to give you a better understand-
ing of the scheduled maintenance
items that should be regularly checked
or replaced. The maintenance log indi-
cates at which mileage/time intervals
each item requires service.
In addition to scheduled mainte-
nance, your Nissan requires that
some items be checked during nor-
mal 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 recom-
mended by Nissan for reliable vehicle
operation. You are not required to per-
form maintenance on these items in
order to maintain the warranties which
come with your Nissan. Other mainte-
nance items and intervals are required.
When applicable, additional informa-
tion can be found in the “Maintenance
and do-it-yourself” section in Chapter
8 of your Owner’s Manual. NOTE: Nissan does not advocate the
use of non-OEM approved aftermar-
ket flushing systems and strongly ad-
vises against performing these ser-
vices on a Nissan product. Many of
the aftermarket flushing systems use
non-OEM approved chemicals or sol-
vents, the use of which has not been
validated by Nissan.
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 ten-
sion. 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*
Replace coolant at the specified in-
terval. When adding or replacing
coolant, be sure to use only Genuine
Nissan Long Life Antifreeze/Coolant
(Blue) or equivalent with the proper
mixture. (Refer to the Owner’s Manual
to determine the proper mixture for
your area.) The recommended ser-
vice interval of the factory-fill coolant
is 105,000 miles (168,000 km) or
7 years, whichever comes first.
Subsequent replacement of Genuine
Nissan Long Life Antifreeze/Coolant
(Blue) should occur every
75,000 miles (120,000 km) or
5 years whichever comes first.
NOTE: Mixing any other type of cool-
ant or the use of non-distilled water
will reduce the recommended service
interval of the coolant.
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Hybrid Electronic Vehicle (HEV)
Inverter Coolant
Replace inverter coolant at the speci-
fied interval. The recommended ser-
vice interval of the factory-fill coolant
is 125,000 miles (200,000 km) or
15 years, whichever comes first. Sub-
sequent replacement of Genuine
Nissan Long Life Antifreeze/Coolant
(Blue) should occur every
75,000 miles (120,000 km) or
5 years, whichever comes first. When
adding or replacing coolant, be sure
to use only Genuine Nissan Long Life
Antifreeze/Coolant (Blue) or equiva-
lent with the proper mixture. (Refer to
the Owner’s Manual to determine the
proper mixture for your area.)
NOTE: Mixing any other type of cool-
ant or the use of non-distilled water
will reduce the recommended service
interval of the coolant.Engine Oil and Oil Filter
Replace engine oil and oil filter at the
specified intervals. For recom-
mended oil grade and viscosity refer
to Chapter 9 in your Owner’s Manual.
NOTE:
1. Use of E85 in a Titan or Armada
FFV (flex fuel vehicle) requires
engine oil and filter replacement
every 3,750 miles or 3 months.
2. NV200 Taxi requires engine oil and filter replacement every
3,750 miles or 3 months.
Engine Valve Clearance*
Inspect only if valve noise increases.
Adjust valve clearance if necessary.
Evaporative Emissions Control
Vapor Lines*
Check vapor lines for leaks or loose-
ness. Tighten connections or replace
parts as necessary. Fuel Filter
Maintenance-free item (in-tank type
filter) .
Fuel Lines*
Check the fuel hoses, piping and
connections for leaks, looseness, or
deterioration. Tighten connections or
replace parts as necessary.
Throttle Chamber
For model NV200 Taxi, it is recom-
mended to replace the throttle cham-
ber every 250,000 miles
(400,000km) .
Fuel Pump
For model NV200 Taxi, it is recom-
mended to replace the fuel pump ev-
ery 125,000 miles (200,000km) .
Spark Plugs
Replace at specified intervals. Install
new plugs of the same type as origi-
nally equipped.
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STANDARD MAINTENANCE
❑Replace engine oil and filter1
❑Rotate tires (except all 370Z)2
❑Inspect the following:__Automatic transmission3
__Brake lines & cables__Brake pads, rotors, drums & linings__CVT fluid4
__Differential oil5
__Drive shaft boots__Engine drive belts__Manual transmission oil__Propeller shaft (4WD/AWD/RWD)__Transfer case oil (4WD/AWD)Additional Maintenance Items for Severe Operating
Conditions
❑Replace brake fluid
❑Inspect the following:__Axle & suspension parts__Exhaust system__Front suspension ball joints__Steering gear and linkage__Steering linkage ball joints
NOTE: Refer to Page 11 for Engine Coolant maintenance information.
❑For the ultimate in preventative maintenance, ask your Service Advisor for a complimentary Multi-Point Inspection every time you visit your
participating Nissan dealer. See page 16 for more information on Multi-Point Inspections.
1 Titan and Armada FFV and NV200 Taxi require oil and oil filter replacement every 3,750 miles or 3 months. Refer to pages 13 and 16 for additional information.
2 Check and adjust tire pressures.
3 Automatic transmission fluid except for 370Z and NV 1500/2500/3500.
4 CVT fluid on cube, Murano, Altima, Altima Coupe, Juke, Maxima, Rogue, NV200, NV200 Taxi, Pathfinder, Quest, Sentra and Versa.
5 Differential oil on 370Z, Armada, Frontier, Rogue AWD, Pathfinder AWD, Titan, Xterra, Murano AWD, NV 1500/2500/3500.
Equipment varies by model. Perform only those operations that apply to your vehicle.
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STANDARD MAINTENANCE
❑Replace engine oil and filter1
❑Replace spark plugs (except NISMO 370Z)❑Replace in-cabin microfilter2
❑Rotate tires (except all 370Z)3
Additional Maintenance Items for Severe OperatingConditions
❑Inspect the following:__Axle & suspension parts__Brake pads, rotors, drums & linings__Drive shaft boots__Exhaust system__Front suspension ball joints__Propeller shaft (4WD/AWD/RWD)__Steering gear and linkage__Steering linkage ball joints
NOTE: Refer to Page 11 for Engine Coolant maintenance information.
❑For the ultimate in preventative maintenance, ask your Service Advisor for a complimentary Multi-Point Inspection every time you visit your
participating Nissan dealer. See page 16 for more information on Multi-Point Inspections.
1 Titan and Armada FFV and NV200 Taxi require oil and oil filter replacement every 3,750 miles or 3 months. Refer to pages 13 and 16 for additional information.
2 Standard equipment on cube, Murano, Altima, Altima Coupe, Juke, Armada Platinum, Pathfinder, Frontier LE and Pro-4X Off-Road, Maxima, Titan Crew Cab LE,
Quest, Rogue, Sentra and Xterra (except X) . Optional accessory on all other models.
3 Check and adjust tire pressures.
Equipment varies by model. Perform only those operations that apply to your vehicle.
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MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE

STANDARD MAINTENANCE
❑Replace engine oil and filter1
❑Replace engine air filter❑Replace spark plugs (NISMO 370Z)❑Replace brake fluid❑Replace CVT Fluid (NV200 Taxi)2
❑Replace CVT Fluid (Hybrid Electronic Vehicle (HEV))9
❑Replace engine mounting insulator (NV200 Taxi only)❑Replace manual transmission oil (Frontier only)❑Replace in-cabin microfilter3
❑Rotate tires (except all 370Z)4
(Continued in next column)(Standard Maintenance continued from previous column)
❑Inspect the following:__Automatic transmission
fluid5,6
__Axle & suspension parts__Brake lines & cables__Brake pads, rotors, drums
& linings
__CVT fluid5,7
__Differential oil5,8
__Drive shaft boots__Engine drive belts__Exhaust system
__Front suspension ball
joints
__Fuel lines/connections__Fuel tank vapor vent sys-
tem hoses
__Manual transmission oil (if
applicable)5
__Propeller shaft (4WD/
AWD/RWD)
__Steering gear and linkage__Steering linkage ball joints__Transfer case oil
(4WD/AWD)5
NOTE: Refer to Page 12 for Hybrid Electronic Vehicle (HEV) Inverter Coolant maintenance information.
❑
For Optional Premium Maintenance Upgrade information please see page 54.
❑ For the ultimate in preventative maintenance, ask your Service Advisor for a complimentary Multi-Point Inspection every time you visit your
participating Nissan dealer. See page 16 for more information on Multi-Point Inspections.
1 Titan and Armada FFV and NV200 Taxi require oil and oil filter replacement every 3,750 miles or 3 months. Refer to pages 13 and 16 for additional information.
2 Please check fluid level before replacing fluid. If the level is abnormal, visit a Nissan dealership and have the cause of the abnormality repaired before replacing the
fluid.
3 Standard equipment on cube, Murano, Altima, Altima Coupe, Juke, Armada Platinum, Pathfinder, Frontier LE and Pro-4X Off-Road, Maxima, Titan Crew Cab LE, Quest,
Rogue, Sentra and Xterra (except X) . Optional accessory on all other models.
4 Check and adjust tire pressures.
5 Replace (not just inspect) oil/fluid if towing a trailer, using a camper or a car-top carrier, or driving on rough or muddy roads (except Hybrid Electronic Vehicle (HEV)) .
6 Automatic transmission fluid except for 370Z and NV 1500/2500/3500.
7 CVT fluid on cube, Murano, Altima, Altima Coupe, Juke, Maxima, Rogue, NV200, NV200 Taxi, Pathfinder, Quest, Sentra and Versa.
8 Differential oil on 370Z, Armada, Frontier, Rogue AWD, Pathfinder AWD, Titan, Xterra, Murano AWD, NV 1500/2500/3500.
9 Mileage only.
Equipment varies by model. Perform only those operations that apply to your vehicle.
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