spark plugs NISSAN ARMADA 2017 2.G Owners Manual

8 Do-it-yourself
Maintenance precautions ........................................................ 8-2
Engine compartment check locations .................................. 8-3VK56VD engine ................................................................... 8-3
Engine cooling system ............................................................. 8-4 Checking engine coolant level ......................................... 8-5
Changing engine coolant .................................................. 8-5
Engine oil ........................................................................\
............ 8-6 Checking engine oil level .................................................. 8-6
Changing engine oil and filter .......................................... 8-6
Automatic Transmission Fluid (ATF) ..................................... 8-8
Power steering fluid .................................................................. 8-8
Brake fluid ........................................................................\
........... 8-9
Window washer fluid ............................................................ 8-10
Battery ........................................................................\
............... 8-11 Jump starting ..................................................................... 8-13
Variable voltage control system .......................................... 8-13
Drive belts ........................................................................\
........ 8-13
Spark plugs ........................................................................\
..... 8-14 Replacing spark plugs .................................................... 8-14
Air cleaner ........................................................................\
........ 8-15 Windshield wiper blades ..................................................... 8-16
Cleaning ........................................................................\
... 8-16
Replacing ........................................................................\
. 8-16
Rear window wiper blades ................................................. 8-17
Brakes ........................................................................\
.............. 8-17 Self-adjusting brakes .................................................... 8-17
Brake pad wear warning .............................................. 8-17
Brake booster ................................................................. 8-18
Fuses ........................................................................\
................ 8-18 Engine compartment ..................................................... 8-19
Passenger compartment .............................................. 8-20
Intelligent Key battery replacement ................................... 8-21
Lights ........................................................................\
................ 8-24
Headlights ........................................................................\
8-25
Exterior and interior lights ............................................ 8-26
Wheels and tires ................................................................... 8-30
Tire pressure ................................................................... 8-30
Tire labeling ..................................................................... 8-34
Types of tires ................................................................... 8-36
Tire chains ....................................................................... 8-36
Changing wheels and tires .......................................... 8-37

8-14Do-it-yourself
the belt is in poor condition or loose, have it
replaced or adjusted. It is recommended you
visit a NISSAN dealer for this service.
2. Have the belts checked regularly for condi- tion and tension in accordance with the
maintenance schedule shown in the “9.
Maintenance and schedules” section.
WARNING
Be sure the engine and the ignition
switch are off and that the parking
brake is engaged securely.
CAUTION
Be sure to use the correct socket to
remove the spark plugs. An incorrect
socket can damage the spark plugs.
SDI2020
REPLACING SPARK PLUGS
If replacement is required, it is recommended
you visit a NISSAN dealer for this service.
Iridium-tipped spark plugs
It is not necessary to replace the iridium-tipped
spark plugs as frequently as the conventional
type spark plugs since they will last much longer.
Follow the maintenance schedule shown in the
“9. Maintenance and schedules” section, but do
not reuse them by cleaning or regapping.
Always replace spark plugs with recom-
mended or equivalent ones.
SPARK PLUGS

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 sche-
dule indicates at which mileage/time intervals
each item requires service.
In addition to scheduled maintenance, your
vehicle requires that some items be checked
during normal day-to-day operation. Refer to
“General maintenance” (P.9-2) .
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 vehicle. Other maintenance
items and intervals are required.
When applicable, additional information can be
found in the “8. Do-it yourself” section of this
manual.
NOTE:
NISSAN does not advocate the use of non-
OEM approved aftermarket flushing sys-
tems and strongly advises against per-
forming these services on a NISSAN
product. Many of the aftermarket flushing
systems use non-OEM approved chemicals
or solvents, the use of which has not been
validated by NISSAN.For recommended fuel, lubricants, fluids,
grease, and refrigerant, refer to
“Capaci-
ties and recommended fluids/lubricants”
(P.10-2) of this manual.
EMISSION CONTROL SYSTEM MAIN-
TENANCE
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*:
Replace coolant at the specified interval. 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 “Engine cooling system” (P.8-4) to
determine the proper mixture for your area.)
NOTE:
Mixing any other type of coolant or the use
of non-distilled water may reduce the
recommended service interval of the cool-
ant. Engine oil and oil filter:
Replace engine oil and oil filter at the specified
intervals. For recommended oil grade and vis-
cosity refer to “Capacities and recommended
fluids/lubricants” (P.10-2) .
Evaporative Emissions Control Vapor
Lines*:
Check vapor lines for leaks or looseness.
Tighten connections or replace parts as neces-
sary.
Fuel lines*:
Check the fuel hoses, piping and connections
for leaks, looseness, or deterioration. Tighten
connections or replace parts as necessary.
Spark plugs:
Replace at specified intervals. Install new plugs
of the 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 immediately.
Brake pads and rotors:
Check for wear, deterioration and fluid leaks.
Replace any deteriorated or damaged parts
immediately.
Maintenance and schedules9-5
EXPLANATION OF SCHEDULED
MAINTENANCE ITEMS

9-8Maintenance and schedules
EMISSION CONTROL SYSTEM MAINTENANCE
Abbreviations: I = Inspect and correct or replace as necessary, R = Replace
MAINTENANCE OPERATION
Perform at number of miles, kilo-
meters or months, whichever
comes first.Miles
61,000
(km 61,000)
Months MAINTENANCE INTERVAL
5
(8) 6 10
(16) 12 15
(24) 18 20
(32) 24 25
(40) 30 30
(48) 36 35
(56) 42 40
(64) 48 45
(72) 54 50
(80) 60 55
(88) 66 60
(96) 72
Drive belts See NOTE (1) I*I* I*
Air cleaner filter See NOTE (2) RR
EVAP vapor lines I*I* I*
Fuel lines I*I* I*
Fuel filter See NOTE (3)
Engine coolant* See NOTE (4)(5)
Engine oil R R R R R R R R R R R R
Engine oil filter R R R R R R R R R R R R
Spark plugs See NOTE (6) Replace every 105,000 miles (168,000 km)
Intake and exhaust valve clear-
ance* See NOTE (7)

MAINTENANCE OPERATION
Perform at number of miles,
kilometers or months, whichever
comes first.Miles
61,000
(km 61,000)
Months MAINTENANCE INTERVAL
65
(104) 78 70
(112) 84 75
(120) 90 80
(128) 96 85
(136) 102 90
(144) 108 95
(152) 114 100
(160) 120 105
(168) 126 110
(176) 132 115
(184) 138 120
(192) 144
Drive belts See NOTE (1)I*I*I*I* I* I*
Air cleaner filter See NOTE (2) RR
EVAP vapor lines I*I* I*
Fuel lines I*I* I*
Fuel filter See NOTE (3)
Engine coolant* See NOTE (4)(5)
Engine oil R R R R R R R R R R R R
Engine oil filter R R R R R R R R R R R R
Spark plugs See NOTE (6) Replace every 105,000 miles (168,000 km)
Intake and exhaust valve clear-
ance* See NOTE (7)
NOTE:
(1) After 40,000 miles (64,000 km) or 48
months, inspect every 10,000 miles (16,000
km) or 12 months. Replace the drive belts
if found damaged.
(2) If operating mainly in dusty conditions,
more frequent maintenance may be re-
quired.
(3) Periodic maintenance is not required.
(4) First replacement interval is 105,000 miles (168,000 km) or 84 months. After first
replacement, replace every 75,000 miles
(120,000 km) or 60 months.
(5) Use only Genuine NISSAN Long Life
Antifreeze/Coolant (blue) or equivalent
with proper mixture ratio of 50% anti-
freeze and 50% demineralized or distilled
water. Mixing any other type of coolant or
the use of non-distilled water may reduce
the life expectancy of the factory fill cool-
ant.
(6) Replace spark plug when the plug gap
exceeds 0.053 in (1.35 mm) even if within
specified replacement mileage.
(7) Periodic maintenance is not required.
However, if valve noise increases, inspect
valve clearance.
*: Maintenance items and intervals with
“*”
are recommended by NISSAN for reliable
vehicle operation. The owner does not
Maintenance and schedules9-9

Parking brake operation ..................................... 5-22
Parking on hills ................................................... 5-131
Phone Bluetooth
ŠHands-Free Phone System ....... 4-106
Car phone or CB radio .................................... 4-106
Pocket ........................................................................... 2-55
Power Front seat adjustment ............................................ 1-3
Moonroof ............................................................... 2-62
Power door lock ..................................................... 3-4
Power outlet .......................................................... 2-48
Power steering ................................................... 5-135
Power steering fluid ............................................... 8-8
Power windows .................................................... 2-59
Precautions Audio operation .................................................... 4-59
Braking precautions .......................................... 5-136
Child restraints ..................................................... 1-31
Cruise control ....................................................... 5-67
Driving safety ........................................................ 5-10
Maintenance ............................................................. 8-2
On-pavement and off-road driving ..................... 5-9
Seat belt usage .................................................... 1-18
Supplemental restraint system ......................... 1-52
When starting and driving .................................... 5-4
Predictive Forward Collision
Warning (PFCW) .................................................... 5-112
Push starting ................................................................ 6-14
Push-button ignition switch ..................................... 5-12
R
Radio ............................................................................. 4-59 Car phone or CB radio .................................... 4-106
FM-AM-SAT radio with Compact Disc
(CD) player ............................................................ 4-70
Rain-sensing auto wiper system ............................ 2-34 Rapid air pressure loss ............................................... 5-9
Readiness for Inspection/Maintenance
(I/M) test .................................................................... 10-32
Rear bumper cover .................................................... 2-58
Rear door lock, Child safety rear door lock .......... 3-6
Rear personal lights ................................................... 2-65
Rear window wiper and washer switch ............... 2-35
Rear window wiper blades ...................................... 8-17
RearView Monitor ....................................................... 4-21
RearView Monitor system operation ...................... 4-22
Recorders, Event data ............................................ 10-33
Registering your vehicle in another country ..... 10-10
Remote controller (DVD) ....................................... 4-103
Remote engine start .................................................. 3-19
Remote keyless entry system .................................. 3-15
Reporting safety defects ....................................... 10-31
Roadside assistance program ................................... 6-2
Rollover ........................................................................... 5-8
Roof
Moonroof ............................................................... 2-63
Roof rack ............................................................... 2-57
S
SafetyChild seat belts .................................................... 1-28
Towing safety ...................................................... 10-21
Satellite radio operation ............................................ 4-71
Seat adjustment Front power seat adjustment .............................. 1-3
Front seats ................................................... 1-3, 1-10
Seat belt(s) Child safety ........................................................... 1-28
Infants ..................................................................... 1-29
Injured persons .................................................... 1-21
Larger children ..................................................... 1-29
Precautions on seat belt usage ....................... 1-18 Pregnant women .................................................. 1-21
Seat belt cleaning .................................................. 7-6
Seat belt extenders ............................................. 1-27
Seat belt maintenance ....................................... 1-27
Seat belt warning light and chime .................. 2-16
Seat belts .............................................................. 1-18
Seat belts with pretensioners .......................... 1-67
Small children ....................................................... 1-29
Three-point type .................................................. 1-21
Seat(s) Climate controlled seats .................................... 2-45
Driver-side memory ............................................. 3-33
Heated seats ........................................................ 2-43
Seats .......................................................................... 1-2
Security system (NISSAN Vehicle Immobilizer
System) , Engine start ................................................ 2-31
Security system, Vehicle security system ............. 2-30
Servicing air conditioner ........................................... 4-58
SETTING button ......................................................... 4-13
Setting memory function, Automatic
drive positioner ............................................................ 3-35
Shift lever, Shift lock release ................................... 5-21
Shift lock release Transmission ......................................................... 5-21
Shifting, Automatic transmission ............................ 5-18
SNOW mode ........................................................... 5-132
SNOW mode switch ................................................. 2-47
Sonar system ............................................................ 5-133
Spare tire .......................................................... 8-40, 10-9
Spark plugs .................................................................. 8-14
Speedometer ................................................................. 2-6
Standard maintenance ................................................ 9-7
Starting Before starting the engine ................................ 5-15
Jump starting ........................................................ 6-12
Precautions when starting and driving ............. 5-4
Push starting ......................................................... 6-14
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