octane NISSAN ARMADA 2017 2.G Owners Manual

10-4Technical and consumer information
FUEL INFORMATION
VK56VD engine
Use unleaded regular gasoline with an octane
rating of at least 87 AKI (Anti-Knock Index)
number (Research octane number 91) .
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 specifications
NISSAN 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 gasoline
Some 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 oxygenates
Some 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
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 fuel
E-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 fuel
E-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 MMT
MMT, 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 additives
NISSAN 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.
Octane rating tips
Using 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
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10-10Technical and consumer information
If 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.
STI0431
VEHICLE IDENTIFICATION NUMBER
(VIN) PLATE
The 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.
STI0708
VEHICLE IDENTIFICATION NUMBER
(chassis number)
The number is stamped as shown.
WHEN TRAVELING OR
REGISTERING IN ANOTHER
COUNTRY VEHICLE IDENTIFICATION

Front passenger air bag and status light ............. 1-60
Front power seat adjustment .................................... 1-3
Front seatFront seat adjustment ................................ 1-3, 1-10
Front-seat active head restraint .............................. 1-17
Fuel Capacities and
recommended fluids/lubricants ........................ 10-2
Fuel economy ..................................................... 5-122
Fuel economy information (display) ................ 4-10
Fuel information .................................................... 10-4
Fuel octane rating ............................................... 10-4
Fuel-filler cap ........................................................ 3-26
Fuel-filler door ...................................................... 3-26
Gauge ........................................................................ 2-8
LOOSE FUEL CAP warning ............................. 3-28
Fuel efficient driving tips ........................................ 5-121
Fuses ............................................................................. 8-18
Fusible links ................................................................. 8-19
G
Garage door opener
HomeLinkŠUniversal Transceiver ................... 2-67
Gas cap ........................................................................ 3-26
Gauge .............................................................................. 2-5 Engine coolant temperature gauge ................... 2-7
Engine oil pressure gauge ................................... 2-8
Fuel gauge ............................................................... 2-8
Odometer ................................................................. 2-6
Speedometer ........................................................... 2-6
Tachometer ............................................................... 2-7
Trip computer ....................................................... 2-27
General maintenance .................................................. 9-2
Glove box ..................................................................... 2-53
H
Hands-Free Phone System, BluetoothŠ............ 4-106
Hazard warning flasher switch .................................. 6-2
Head restraints/headrests ........................................ 1-13
Headlights Aiming control ...................................................... 2-39
Bulb replacement ................................................ 8-25
Headlight switch .................................................. 2-37
Headphones ................................................................ 4-94
Heated seats ............................................................... 2-43
Heated steering wheel .............................................. 2-42
Heater Automatic air conditioner .................................. 4-54
Engine block heater .......................................... 5-141
Heater and air conditioner operation ............. 4-52
Hill start assist system ........................................... 5-130
HomeLink
ŠUniversal Transceiver .......................... 2-67
Hood release ............................................................... 3-21
Hook Coat hooks ............................................................ 2-55
Luggage hook ...................................................... 2-56
Horn ............................................................................... 2-43
I
Ignition switch (Push-button) .................................. 5-12
Immobilizer system ..................................................... 2-31
In-cabin microfilter ...................................................... 4-58
Indicator Lights ...................................................................... 2-17
Vehicle information display ................................ 2-20
INFO button ................................................................... 4-9
Inside mirror ................................................................. 3-30
Inspection/Maintenance (I/M) test ...................... 10-32
Instrument brightness control .................................. 2-40
Instrument panel ........................................................... 2-4 Intelligent Cruise Control (ICC) ............................ 5-69
Intelligent cruise control (ICC) system
Main switch indicator ......................................... 2-25
Intelligent Cruise Control (ICC) system
warning light ................................................................ 2-14
Intelligent Key ................................................................ 3-2
Intelligent Key system .................................................. 3-7 Battery replacement ............................................ 8-21
Key operating range .............................................. 3-9
Key operation ........................................................ 3-10
Warning light ........................................................ 2-14
Warning signals ................................................... 3-12
Intelligent Key warning light ..................................... 2-14
Interior light control switch ...................................... 2-65
Interior light replacement .......................................... 8-26
Interior lights ................................................................ 2-65
iPod
Šplayer operation .............................................. 4-86
ISOFIX child restraint ................................................ 1-33
J
Jump starting ............................................................... 6-12
K
Keyless entry (See remote keyless
entry system) ............................................................... 3-15
Keys ................................................................................. 3-2 For Intelligent Key system .................................... 3-7
L
LabelsAir bag warning labels ....................................... 1-68
Air conditioner specification label ................. 10-12
Emission control information label ................ 10-11
Engine serial number ........................................ 10-11
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FUEL INFORMATION
VK56VD engine
Use unleaded regular gasoline with an octane
rating of at least 87 AKI (Anti-Knock Index)
number (Research octane number 91) .
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, because
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. .
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.
ENGINE OIL RECOMMENDATION:
.Genuine “Nissan Motor oil 0W-20 SN”
See “Capacities and recommended fluids/lubri-
cants” (P.10-2) for engine oil and oil filter
recommendation.
COLD TIRE PRESSURES:
The label is typically located on the driver side
center pillar or on the driver’s door. For
additional information, see “Wheels and tires”
(P.8-30) .
NEW VEHICLE BREAK-IN PROCE-
DURES RECOMMENDATION:
During the first 1,200 miles (2,000 km) of
vehicle use, follow the recommendations out-
lined in the “Break-in schedule” (P.5-121) .
Follow these recommendations for the future
reliability and economy of your new vehicle.
GAS STATION INFORMATION