air filter NISSAN ARMADA 2015 1.G Owners Manual

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 .............................8-7
Checking engine coolant level ...................8-8
Changing engine coolant ........................8-8
Engine oil .........................................8-9
Checking engine oil level ........................8-9
Changing engine oil ........................... 8-10
Changing engine oil filter .......................8-11
5-speed automatic transmission fluid ...............8-12
Power steering fluid ............................... 8-13
Brake fluid ....................................... 8-13
Brake fluid .................................... 8-14
Windshield-washer fluid ........................... 8-14
Windshield-washer fluid reservoir ...............8-14
Battery .......................................... 8-15
Jump starting ................................. 8-16
Variable voltage control system .....................8-17
Drive belt ........................................ 8-17
Spark plugs ...................................... 8-18Replacing spark plugs
......................... 8-18
Air cleaner ....................................... 8-19
In-cabin microfilter (if so equipped) ..............8-19
Windshield wiper blades .......................... 8-21
Cleaning ..................................... 8-21
Replacing .................................... 8-21
Brakes .......................................... 8-24
Fuses ........................................... 8-24
Engine compartment ........................... 8-25
Passenger compartment .......................8-26
Battery replacement .............................. 8-28
Keyfob (if so equipped) ........................ 8-29
NISSAN Intelligent Key® (if so equipped) ........8-30
Lights ........................................... 8-31
Headlights .................................... 8-31
Fog
lights (if so equipped) ...................... 8-32
Exterior and interior lights .......................8-33
Wheels and tires ................................. 8-37
Tire pressure .................................. 8-37
Tire labeling ................................... 8-41
Types of tires .................................. 8-43
Tire chains .................................... 8-44
Changing wheels and tires .....................8-44

UnderbodyThe underbody is frequently ex-
posed to corrosive substances such as those
used on icy roads or to control dust. It is very
important to remove these substances from the
underbody, otherwise rust may form on the floor
pan, frame, fuel lines and exhaust system. At the
end of winter, the underbody should be thor-
oughly flushed with plain water, in those areas
where mud and dirt may have accumulated. For
additional information, refer to the “Appearance
and care” section of this manual.
Windshield-washer fluid* Check that there is
adequate fluid in the reservoir. When performing any inspection or maintenance
work on your vehicle, always take care to prevent
serious accidental injury to yourself or damage to
the vehicle. The following are general precau-
tions which should be closely observed.
WARNING
●
Park the vehicle on a level surface, ap-
ply the parking brake securely and
block the wheels to prevent the vehicle
from moving. Move the shift lever to P
(Park) .
● Be sure the ignition switch is in the OFF
or LOCK position when performing any
parts replacement or repairs.
● If you must work with the engine run-
ning, keep your hands, clothing, hair
and tools away from moving fans, belts
and any other moving parts.
● It is advisable to secure or remove any
loose clothing and remove any jewelry,
such as rings, watches, etc. before
working on your vehicle.
● Always wear eye protection whenever
you work on your vehicle. ●
Your vehicle is equipped with an auto-
matic engine cooling fan. It may come
on at any time without warning, even if
the ignition switch is in the OFF posi-
tion and the engine is not running. To
avoid injury, always disconnect the
negative battery cable before working
near the fan.
● If you must run the engine in an en-
closed space such as a garage, be sure
there is proper ventilation for exhaust
gases to escape.
● Never get under the vehicle while it is
supported only by a jack. If it is neces-
sary to work under the vehicle, support
it with safety stands.
● Keep smoking materials, flame and
sparks away from the fuel tank and
battery.
● On gasoline engine models, the fuel
filter or fuel lines should be serviced by
a NISSAN dealer because the fuel lines
are under high pressure even when the
engine is off.
MAINTENANCE PRECAUTIONS
Maintenance and do-it-yourself8-5

The air cleaner filter should not be cleaned and
reused. Replace it according to the maintenance
log shown in the “NISSAN Service and Mainte-
nance Guide.”
To remove the air cleaner filter:
1Unlatch the clips and move the air cleaner
cover upward.
2. Remove the air cleaner filter.
3. Wipe the inside of the air cleaner filter hous- ing and the cover with a damp cloth. NOTE:
After installing a new air cleaner filter,
make sure the air cleaner cover is seated in
the housing and latch the clips.
WARNING
●
Operating the engine with the air
cleaner removed can cause you or oth-
ers to be burned. The air cleaner not
only cleans the air, it stops the flame if
the engine backfires. If it isn’t there, and
the engine backfires, you could be
burned. Do not drive with the air cleaner
removed, and be careful when working
on the engine with the air cleaner
removed.
● Never pour fuel into the throttle body or
attempt to start the engine with the air
cleaner removed. Doing so could result
in serious injury.
IN-CABIN MICROFILTER (if so
equipped)
The in-cabin microfilter restricts the entry of air-
borne dust and pollen particles and reduces
some objectionable outside odors. The filter is
located behind the glove box. Refer to the
“NISSAN Service and Maintenance Guide” for
change intervals.
To replace the filter, perform the following proce-
dure:
1. Remove the 2 lower glove box screws.
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2. Open the glove box, then remove the 3 up-per glove box screws. Remove the glove box
assembly from the instrument panel to ac-
cess the in-cabin microfilter cover. 3. Remove the filter cover bolt and remove the
filter cover. NOTE:
The filters are marked with air flow arrows.
The end of the filter with the arrow should
face the rear of the vehicle. The arrows
should face downward.
4. Insert the first filter into the housing and slide it over to the right. Insert the second filter
into the housing.
5. Replace the filter cover.
6. Install the glove box assembly.
7. Fill out the date information on the small replacement label and attach it to the glove
box lid.
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9 Technical and consumer information
Recommended fluids/lubricants and capacities.......9-2
Recommended fuel (without Flexible Fuel
Vehicle [FFV] option): ...........................9-4
Flexible fuel vehicle (FFV) fuel
recommendation (if so equipped) .................9-6
Engine oil and oil filter recommendations ..........9-7
Air conditioner system refrigerant and oil
recommendations ..............................9-8
Specifications .....................................9-9
Engine ........................................9-9
Wheels and tires .............................. 9-10
Dimensions and weights .......................9-10
When traveling or registering your vehicle in
another country .................................. 9-11
Vehicle identification .............................. 9-11
Vehicle identification number (VIN) plate .........9-11
Vehicle identification number
(chassis number) .............................. 9-11
Engine serial number ........................... 9-12
F.M.V.S.S./C.M.V.S.S. certification label ..........9-12
Emission control information label ...............9-12Tire and loading information label
................9-13
Air conditioner specification label ................9-13
Installing front license plate ........................9-13
Vehicle loading information ........................9-14
Terms ........................................ 9-14
Vehicle load capacity .......................... 9-15
Securing the load .............................. 9-17
Loading tips .................................. 9-18
Measurement of weights .......................9-18
Towing a trailer ................................... 9-19
Maximum load limits ........................... 9-19
Towing load/specification .......................9-22
Towing safety ................................. 9-23
Flat towing .................................... 9-31
Snow plow ...................................... 9-31
Uniform tire quality grading ........................9-31
Emission control system warranty ..................9-32
Reporting safety defects .......................... 9-33
Readiness for inspection/maintenance (I/M) test .....9-34
Event

Data Recorders (EDR) ....................... 9-34
Owner’s Manual/Service Manual order information . . . 9-35

The following are approximate capacities. The actual refill capacities may be slightly different. When refilling, follow the procedure
described in the “Maintenance and do-it-yourself” section to determine the proper refill capacity.
Capacity (Approximate)Recommended Fluids and Lubricants
US measure Imp measure Liter
Fuel 28 gal23-1/4 gal 105.8 L • For additional information, refer to “Fuel recommendation” in this section.
Engine oil Drain and refill
VK56 With oil filter
change 7-3/8 qt
6-1/8 qt7 L• Genuine NISSAN engine oil or equivalent
• Engine oil with API Certification Mark, Viscosity SAE 5W-30
• As an alternative to this recommended oil, SAE 5W-30 or SAE 10W-30
conventional petroleum oils may be used and meet all specifications and
requirements necessary to maintain the New Vehicle Limited Warranty.
• For additional information, refer to “Engine oil and oil filter recommenda-
tions” in this section.
Without oil
filter change 7-1/8 qt
5-7/8 qt6.7 L
Cooling system With reservoir 3-3/8 gal 2-7/8 gal12.8 L • Pre-diluted Genuine NISSAN Long Life Antifreeze/Coolant (blue) or
equivalent
Automatic transmission fluid Refill to the proper level according to the instructions in
the “Maintenance and do-it-yourself” section. • Genuine NISSAN Matic S ATF
• If Genuine NISSAN Matic S ATF is not available, Genuine NISSAN Matic J
ATF may also be used. Using automatic transmission fluid other than Genu-
ine NISSAN Matic S ATF or Genuine NISSAN Matic J ATF will cause dete-
rioration in driveability and automatic transmission durability, and may dam-
age the automatic transmission, which is not covered by the NISSAN new
vehicle limited warranty.
Power steering fluid (PSF) Refill to the proper level according to the instructions in
the “Maintenance and do-it-yourself” section. • Genuine NISSAN PSF or equivalent
• DEXTRON™ VI type ATF may also be used.
Brake fluid Refill to the proper level according to the instructions in
the “Maintenance and do-it-yourself” section. • Genuine NISSAN Super Heavy Duty Brake Fluid or equivalent DOT 3
• Available in mainland U.S.A through a NISSAN dealer.
Multi-purpose grease ——— • NLGI No. 2 (Lithium Soap base)
Air conditioning system refrigerant ———• HFC-134a (R-134a)
• For additional information, refer to “Air conditioner specification label” in
this section.
RECOMMENDED FLUIDS/
LUBRICANTS AND CAPACITIES
9-2Technical and consumer information

Oil viscosity
The engine oil viscosity or thickness changes
with temperature. Because of this, it is important
to select the engine oil viscosity based on the
temperatures at which the vehicle will be oper-
ated before the next oil change. Choosing an oil
viscosity other than that recommended could
cause serious engine damage.
Selecting the correct oil filter
Your new NISSAN vehicle is equipped with a
high-quality Genuine NISSAN oil filter. When
replacing, use a Genuine NISSAN oil filter or its
equivalent for the reason described in “Change
intervals.”
Change intervals
The oil and oil filter change intervals for your
engine are based on the use of the specified
quality oils and filters. Using engine oil and filters
that are not of the specified quality, or exceeding
recommended oil and filter change intervals
could reduce engine life. Damage to the engine
caused by improper maintenance or use of incor-
rect oil and filter quality and/or viscosity is not
covered by the NISSAN New Vehicle Limited
Warranty.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 the following conditions may
require more frequent oil and filter changes:
● repeated short distance driving at cold out-
side temperatures
● driving in dusty conditions
● extensive idling
● towing a trailer
● stop and go commuting
For additional information, refer to “NISSAN Ser-
vice and Maintenance Guide” for the mainte-
nance schedule.
AIR CONDITIONER SYSTEM
REFRIGERANT AND OIL
RECOMMENDATIONS
The air conditioner system in your NISSAN
vehicle must be charged with the refriger-
ant HFC-134a (R-134a) and NISSAN A/C
system oil Type S or the exact equivalents.
CAUTION
The use of any other refrigerant or oil will
cause severe damage to the air condition-
ing system and will require the replace-
ment of all air conditioner system
components.
The refrigerant HFC-134a (R-134a) in your
NISSAN vehicle does not harm the earth’s ozone
layer. Although this refrigerant does not affect the
earth’s atmosphere, certain government regula-
tions require the recovery and recycling of any
refrigerant during automotive air conditioner sys-
tem service. A NISSAN dealer has the trained
technicians and equipment needed to recover
and recycle your air conditioner system refriger-
ant.
Contact a NISSAN dealer when servicing your air
conditioner system.
9-8Technical and consumer information

10 Index
2nd row bench seat adjustment.........1-4
4WDwarninglight...............2-15
A
Adjusting pedal position ............3-31
Air bag (See supplemental restraint
system) .....................1-55
Air bag system Front (See supplemental front impact
air bag system) ...............1-62
Airbagwarninglabels.............1-72
Airbagwarninglight...........1-72,2-18
Air bag warning light, supplemental . .1-72, 2-18
AirCleaner ...................8-19
Air cleaner housing filter ............8-19
Air conditioner Air conditioner service ...........4-33
Air conditioner specification label .....9-13
Air conditioner system refrigerant and oil
recommendations ..............9-8
Air conditioner system refrigerant
recommendations ..............9-8
Heater and air conditioner controls ....4-29
Rear seat air conditioner ..........4-31
Servicing air conditioner ..........4-33
Anchor point locations .............1-38
Antenna .....................4-82
Antifreeze ....................5-37
Anti-lock brake warning light ..........2-13
Anti-lock Braking System (ABS) ........5-32
Audible reminders ...............2-20 Audio system
..................4-33
AMradioreception.............4-34
Bluetooth®audio..............4-77
Bluetooth® streaming audio ........4-77
Compact disc (CD) player .....4-53,4-59
Digital Versatile Disc (DVD) Player
Operation ..................4-63
FM/AM/SAT radio with compact disc (CD)
player.................4-49,4-55
FMradioreception.............4-33
iPod® Player .............4-71,4-74
iPod® player operation .......4-71,4-74
Radio ....................4-33
Settings ...............4-50,4-56
Steering wheel audio control switch . . .4-81
USB interface ............4-66,4-67
USB (Universal Serial Bus)
Connection Port ...........4-66,4-67
Autolight switch .................2-35
Automatic Automatic drive positioner .....3-36,3-36
Automatic power window switch .....2-58
Automatic transmission position indicator
light .....................2-28
Driving with automatic transmission ....5-15
Automatic anti-glare inside mirror .......3-33
Automatic door locks ..............3-6
Automatic drive positioner .......3-36,3-36
Automatic transmission fluid temperature
gauge.......................2-8 B
Battery ..................5-37, 8-15
Charge warning light ............2-15
Battery replacement Keyfob................8-28,8-29
NISSAN Intelligent Key® ..........8-30
Before starting the engine ...........5-13
Belt (See drive belt) ..............8-17
Block heater Engine ....................5-39
Bluetooth® audio ................4-77
Bluetooth® hands-free
phone system .............4- 108, 4-122
Boosterseats..................1-52
Brake Anti-lock Braking System (ABS) ......5-32
Brake fluid ..................8-13
Brakelight(Seestoplight).........8-33
Brake system ................5-31
Brakewarninglight.............2-14
Brakewearindicators........2-20,8-24
Parking brake operation ..........5-19
Self-adjusting brakes ............8-24
Brake

fluid ....................8-13
Brakes ......................8-24
Brake system ..................5-31
Break-inschedule ...............5-21
Brightness/contrast button .......4-10,4-19
Brightness control Instrument panel ..............2-37
Bulb check/instrument panel ..........2-13

Bulb replacement................8-33
C
Capacities and recommended fuel/lubricants . .9-2
Captain’s chair adjustment (2nd row) . . .1-6, 1-7
Cargolight....................2-64
Cargo(Seevehicleloadinginformation)....9-14
Car phone or CB radio .............4-108
CD care and cleaning ..............4-80
CD player (See audio system) ......4-53,4-59
Check tire pressure ...............2-28
Child restraints .......1-30,1-31,1-32,1-34
LATCH (Lower Anchors and Tethers for
CHildren) System ..............1-34
Precautions on child
restraints.........1-32,1-40,1-46,1-52
Top tether strap anchor point locations . .1-38
Child restraint with top tether strap .......1-37
Child safety rear door lock ............3-7
Chimes, audible reminders ...........2-20
Cleaningexteriorandinterior........7-2,7-4
Clock.......................4-50
Clock setting
(models with Navigation System) ........4-16
Clock setting
(models without Navigation System) .......4-8
C.M.V.S.S. certification label ..........9-12
Cold weather driving ...............5-37
Compact disc (CD) player ........4-53,4-59
Consolebox................2-46,2-51
Control panel buttons ..............4-10
Brightness/contrast button ......4-10,4-19
Enterbutton...............4-4,4-10
Without navigation system ..........4-4Controls
Audio controls (steering wheel) .......4-81
Heater and air conditioner controls .....4-29
Rear seat air conditioner ..........4-31
Coolant Capacities and recommended
fuel/lubricants .................9-2
Changingenginecoolant...........8-8
Checking engine coolant level ........8-8
Engine coolant temperature gauge .....2-5
Corrosion protection ...............7-5
Cruisecontrol ...........5-20,5-20,5-20
Cupholders...................2-49
Curtainside-impactandrolloverairbag....1-69
D
Daytime running light system (Canada only) . .2-36
Defroster switch Rear window and outside mirror defroster
switch.....................2-34
Digital Versatile Disc (DVD) player .......4-63
Digital video disc DVD ..............4-83
Dimensionsandweights ............9-10
Dimmer switch for instrument panel ......2-37
Display......................2-21
Display controls
(seecontrolpanelbuttons) ........4-4,4-10
Door locks .....................3-5
Drive belt .....................8-17
Drive positioner, Automatic ........3-36,3-36
Driving Cold weather driving .............5-37
Driving with automatic transmission ....5-15
Precautions when starting and driving ....5-2Driving the vehicle
................5-14
E
Economy-fuel..................5-23
Emission control information label .......9-12
Emission control system warranty .......9-32
Engine Before starting the engine ..........5-13
Blockheater.................5-39
Capacities and recommended
fuel/lubricants.................9-2
Changing engine coolant ...........8-8
Changingengineoil.............8-10
Changing engine oil filter ..........8-11
Checking engine coolant level ........8-8
Checking engine oil level ...........8-9
Engine compartment check locations ....
8-6
Engine coolant temperature gauge .....2-5
Engine cooling system ............8-7
Engineoil ...................8-9
Engine oil and oil filter recommendation . . .9-7
Engineoilpressuregauge..........2-7
Engine oil viscosity ..............9-8
Engine serial number ............9-12
Engine specifications .............9-9
Starting the engine .............5-13
Engine coolant temperature gauge .......2-5
Engine oil pressure gauge ............2-7
Engine oil pressure low/engine coolant
temperature high warning light .........2-15
Enter button .................4-4,4-10
Event Data recorders ..............9-34
Exhaust gas (Carbon monoxide) .........5-2
Explanation of maintenance items ........8-2
10-2

Extendedstorageswitch ............8-28
Eyeglass case..................2-47
F
Flashers (See hazard warning flasher switch) . .6-2
Flat tire ....................6-2,6-3
Floor mat positioning aid .............7-5
Fluid Brake fluid ..................8-13
Capacities and recommended
fuel/lubricants .................9-2
Engine coolant .................8-7
Engine oil ...................8-9
Power steering fluid .............8-13
Windshield-washerfluid...........8-14
F.M.V.S.S. certification label ...........9-12
Foglightswitch .................2-38
Front air bag system
(See supplemental restraint system) ......1-62
Front and rear sonar system ..........5-36
Front power seat adjustment ...........1-3
Frontseats.....................1-2
Fuel Capacities and recommended
fuel/lubricants .................9-2
Fuel economy ................5-23
Fuel gauge ...................2-6
Fuel octane rating ...............9-5
Fuel recommendation .............9-4
Loose fuel cap warning ........2-28,3-28
Fuel Cell Vehicle (FCV) System Tirepressure.................8-37
Fuel-filler door ..................3-28
Fuel gauge .....................2-6 Fuses.......................8-24
Fusiblelinks ...................8-26
G
Garage door opener, HomeLink® Universal
Transceiver .........2-64,2-65,2-66,2-67
Gauge Automatic transmission fluid temperature
gauge .....................2-8
Engine coolant temperature gauge .....2-5
Engine oil pressure gauge ..........2-7
Fuel gauge ...................2-6
Odometer ...................2-4
Speedometer .................2-4
Tachometer ..................2-5
Trip odometer .................2-4
Voltmeter....................2-7
General maintenance ...............8-2
Glass hatch ...................3-28
Glovebox.....................2-47
Gloveboxlock..................2-47
H
Hands-free phone system,
Bluetooth®...............4- 108, 4-122
Hazard warning flasher switch ..........6-2
Headlight and turn signal switch ........2-34
Headlight control switch ............2-35
Headlights ....................8-31
Head restraints ..................1-14
Heated seats ...............2-39,2-40
Heated steering wheel .............2-41 Heater
Heater and air conditioner controls .....4-29
Heater operation ...............4-30
Rear seat air conditioner ..........4-31
HomeLink® Universal
Transceiver .........2-64,2-65,2-66,2-67
H
ood.......................3-23
Hook Luggage hook ................2-53
Horn .......................2-38
I
Ignition switch ...................5-9
Imageviewer...................4-19
Immobilizer system .........2-30,3-4,5-12
Important vehicle information label .......9-12
In-cabin microfilter ................8-19
Increasing fuel economy .............5-23
Indicator lights and audible reminders
(See warning/indicator lights and
audible reminders) .........2-12,2-13,2-18
Information display ................2-21
Inside automatic anti-glare mirror ........3-33
Instrument brightness control ..........2-37
Instrumentpanel...............0-6,2-2
Instrument panel dimmer switch ........2-37
Intelligent Key system Key operating range .............3-14
Key operation ................3-15
Mechanical key ................3-3
Remote keyless entry operation.......3-17
Troubleshooting guide ............3-22
Warning signals ...............3-22
Interior light ....................2-62
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