engine oil NISSAN ARMADA 2020 Owner´s Manual

10-2Technical and consumer information
The following are approximate capacities. The actual refill capacities may be a little different. When refilling, follow the
procedure instructed in the “8. Do-it-yourself” section to determine the proper refill capacity.
Fluid typeCapacity (approximate)
Recommended Fluids/Lubricants
Metric
Measure US
Measure Imperial
Measure
Fuel 98.4 L 26 gal 21-5/8 gal

See “Fuel information” (P.10-3).
Engine oil*1 With oil filter change 6.5 L 6-7/8 qt 5-3/4 qt

Genuine “NISSAN Motor Oil 0W-20 SN” (or equivalent) is recom-
mended.


If the above motor oil (or engine oil) is not available, a synthetic
0W-20 GF-5 SN motor oil (or engine oil) may be used. Damage
caused by the use of motor oil (or engine oil) other than as
recommended is not covered under NISSAN’s New Vehicle
Limited Warranty.
For additional information, see “Engine oil and oil filter recom-
mendation” (P.10-5)
Drain and refill
*1: For additional informa-
tion, see “Changing engine
oil and filter” (P.8-6).
Without oil filter change 6.2 L 6-1/2 qt 5-1/2 qt
Engine coolant with reservoir 16.3 L 17-1/4 qt 14-3/8 qt

Pre-diluted Genuine NISSAN Long Life Antifreeze/Coolant (blue)
or equivalent
Automatic transmission fluid (ATF) — — —

Genuine NISSAN Matic S ATF


NISSAN recommends using Genuine NISSAN Matic S ATF ONLY in
NISSAN automatic transmissions. Do not mix with other fluids.
Using fluids that are not equivalent to Genuine NISSAN Matic S
ATF may damage the automatic transmission. Damage caused
by the use of fluids other than as recommended is not covered
under the NISSAN’s New Vehicle Limited Warranty.
Transfer fluid — — —

Genuine NISSAN Transfer Fluid for ATX90A transfer


Using transfer fluid other than Genuine NISSAN Transfer Fluid
may damage the transfer, which is not covered by the NISSAN
New Vehicle Limited Warranty.
Front differential gear oil — — —

Genuine NISSAN Differential Oil Hypoid Super GL-5 80W-90 or
equivalent conventional (non-synthetic) oil
Rear differential gear oil — — —

Genuine NISSAN HYPOID FLUID · S1 GL-5 75W-80 or equivalent
Power steering fluid (PSF) Refill to the proper oil level according to the instructions in the “8. Do-it-yourself” section.


Genuine NISSAN PSF or equivalent


DEXRON
TMVI type ATF may also be used.
Brake fluid

Genuine NISSAN Super Heavy Duty Brake Fluid*2 or equivalent
DOT 3
*2: 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, see “Vehicle identification” (P.10-10) for
air conditioner specification label.
Air conditioning system lubricants — — —

NISSAN A/C System Oil Type S or exact equivalent
Window washer fluid — — —

Genuine NISSAN Windshield Washer Concentrate Cleaner &
Antifreeze or equivalent
CAPACITIES AND RECOMMENDED
FLUIDS/LUBRICANTS

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 mis-
use 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 con-
sumption or damage to the engine. If any
of the above symptoms are encountered,
have your vehicle checked. It is recom-
mended you visit a NISSAN dealer for
servicing.
However, now and then you may notice
light spark knock for a short time while
accelerating or driving up hills. This is
no cause for concern, because you get
the greatest fuel benefit when there is
light spark knock for a short time under
heavy engine load.
JVT0342X
API certification markAPI service symbol
ENGINE OIL AND OIL FILTER RE-
COMMENDATION
Selecting the correct oil
It is essential to choose the correct grade,
quality, and viscosity engine oil to ensure
satisfactory engine life and performance,
see “Capacities and recommended fluids/
lubricants” (P.10-2). NISSAN recommends
the use of an energy conserving oil in
order to improve fuel economy.
Select only engine oils that meet the
American Petroleum Institute (API) certifi-
cation or International Lubricant Standar-dization and Approval Committee (ILSAC)
certification and SAE viscosity standard.
These oils have the API certification mark
on the front of the container. Oils which
do not have the specified quality label
should not be used as they could cause
engine damage.
Oil additives
NISSAN does not recommend the use of
oil additives. The use of an oil additive is
not necessary when the proper oil type is
used and maintenance intervals are fol-
lowed.
Oil which may contain foreign matter or
has been previously used should not be
used.
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10-6Technical and consumer information
Oil viscosity
The engine oil viscosity or thickness
changes with temperature. Because of
this, it is important that the engine oil
viscosity be selected based on the tem-
peratures at which the vehicle will be
operated before the next oil change.
Choosing an oil viscosity other than that
recommended could cause serious en-
gine damage.
Selecting the correct oil filter
Your new vehicle is equipped with a high-
quality genuine NISSAN oil filter. When
replacing, use the genuine 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. Oil and
filter other than the specified quality, or
oil and filter change intervals longer than
recommended could reduce engine life.
Damage to engines caused by improper
maintenance or use of incorrect oil and
filter quality and/or viscosity is not cov-
ered by the new NISSAN vehicle limited
warranties.
Your engine was filled with a high quality
engine oil when it was built. You do nothave to change the oil before the first
recommended change interval. Oil and
filter change intervals depend upon how
you use your vehicle.
AIR CONDITIONING SYSTEM RE-
FRIGERANT AND LUBRICANT RE-
COMMENDATIONS
The air conditioning system in your
NISSAN vehicle must be charged with
the refrigerant HFC-134a (R-134a) and
the lubricant, NISSAN A/C system oil
Type S or the exact equivalents.
CAUTION
The use of any other refrigerant or
lubricant may cause severe damage
to the air conditioning system and
may require the replacement of all
air conditioner system components.
The refrigerant HFC-134a (R-134a) in your
NISSAN vehicle will not harm the earth’s
ozone layer. Although this refrigerant
does not affect the earth’s atmosphere,
certain governmental regulations require
the recovery and recycling of any refrig-
erant during automotive air conditioning
system service. Your NISSAN dealer has
the trained technicians and equipment
needed to recover and recycle your air conditioning system refrigerant.
It is recommended you visit a NISSAN
dealer when servicing your air condition-
ing system.

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CoolantCapacities and recommended fluids/
lubricants .................................................................... 10-2
Changing engine coolant ................................. 8-5
Checking engine coolant level...................... 8-5
Corrosion protection .................................................... 7-7
Cruise control Fixed speed cruise control
(on ICC system) ...................................................... 5-81
Intelligent Cruise Control (ICC) ................. 5-63
Cup holders...................................................................... 2-53
D
Daytime running light system........................... 2-39
Dimensions ....................................................................... 10-9
Drive belts...................................................................\
....... 8-13
Drive positioner............................................................. 3-40
Driving Cold weather driving ..................................... 5-135
Driving with
automatic transmission .................................. 5-18
On-pavement and off-road driving .......... 5-9
Precautions when starting and
driving........................................................................\
....... 5-4
Safety precautions .............................................. 5-10
E
Economy, Fuel............................................................. 5-116
Elapsed time.................................................................... 2-28
Emission control information label............ 10-11
Emission control system warranty ............ 10-31
EngineBefore starting the engine............................ 5-16
Break-in schedule ............................................ 5-115 Capacities and
recommended fluids/lubricants............... 10-2
Changing engine coolant ................................. 8-5
Changing engine oil and filter ...................... 8-6
Checking engine coolant level...................... 8-5
Checking engine oil level................................... 8-6
Coolant temperature gauge .......................... 2-7
Emergency engine shut off.......................... 5-15
Engine block heater ....................................... 5-136
Engine compartment
check locations ......................................................... 8-3
Engine cooling system ........................................ 8-4
Engine oil.....................................................................\
... 8-6
Engine oil and oil
filter recommendation ..................................... 10-5
Engine oil replacement indicator ............ 2-26
Engine oil viscosity .............................................. 10-6
Engine serial number .................................... 10-11
Engine specifications......................................... 10-7
Engine start operation indicator.............. 2-23
If your vehicle overheats ................................ 6-14
Oil pressure gauge ................................................. 2-8
Protection mode ................................................... 5-17
Remote engine start operation
indicator....................................................................... 2-23
Starting the engine............................................. 5-16
Entry/exit function, Automatic
drive positioner ............................................................. 3-40
Event Data Recorders (EDR)............................. 10-33
Exhaust gas (carbon monoxide) ......................... 5-4
Explanation of scheduled maintenance
items ........................................................................\
.................. 9-5
Extended storage fuse warning ...................... 2-24
Extended storage switch ...................................... 8-21
F
F.M.V.S.S./C.M.V.S.S. certification label ...... 10-11
Filter Air cleaner housing filter ................................ 8-15
Changing engine oil and filter ...................... 8-6
Flashers (See hazard warning
flasher switch).................................................................... 6-2
Flat tire........................................................................\
............. 6-3
Flat towing..................................................................... 10-29
Flexible seating.............................................................. 1-12
Floor mat cleaning ......................................................... 7-5
Fluid Automatic Transmission Fluid (ATF) ........ 8-8
Brake fluid ..................................................................... 8-9
Capacities and recommended fluids/
lubricants .................................................................... 10-2
Engine coolant........................................................... 8-4
Engine oil.....................................................................\
... 8-6
Power steering fluid .............................................. 8-8
Window washer fluid ......................................... 8-10
Fog light switch ............................................................ 2-41
Four-Wheel Drive (4WD) NISSAN all-mode 4WD®................................ 5-116
Front passenger air bag and status
light........................................................................\
................. 1-62
Front power seat adjustment ............................... 1-4
Front seat Front seat adjustment ......................... 1-4, 1-11
Front-seat active head restraint..................... 1-19
Fuel Capacities and recommended fluids/
lubricants .................................................................... 10-2
Fuel economy...................................................... 5-116
Fuel information.................................................... 10-3
Fuel octane rating ............................................... 10-3
Fuel-filler cap............................................................ 3-26

Fuel-filler door......................................................... 3-26
Gauge........................................................................\
........ 2-8
LOOSE FUEL CAP warning............................. 3-29
Fuel efficient driving tips .................................... 5-115
Fuses........................................................................\
.............. 8-18
Fusible links...................................................................... 8-19
G
Garage door opener HomeLink®
Universal Transceiver ......................... 2-70, 2-74
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 ......................................................... 2-28
General maintenance................................................... 9-2
Glove box ........................................................................\
... 2-56
H
Hazard warning flasher switch ............................ 6-2
Head restraints/headrests................................... 1-14
Headlights Bulb replacement ................................................. 8-24
Headlight switch ................................................... 2-37
Heated seats ................................................................... 2-43
Heated steering wheel ............................................ 2-42
Heater Automatic air conditioner ............................. 4-36
Engine block heater ....................................... 5-136 Heater and air
conditioner operation....................................... 4-35
Hill start assist system ......................................... 5-124
HomeLink® Universal Transceiver ..... 2-70, 2-74
Hood release ................................................................... 3-21
Hook Coat hooks ................................................................ 2-59
Luggage hook ......................................................... 2-59
Horn........................................................................\
................ 2-42
I
Ignition switch (Push-button)............................ 5-13
Immobilizer system.................................................... 2-31
In-cabin microfilter ..................................................... 4-43
Indicator Lights..................................................................\
............ 2-17
Vehicle information display.......................... 2-20
Inside mirror .................................................................... 3-31
Inspection/Maintenance (I/M) test............. 10-32
Instrument brightness control ......................... 2-40
Instrument panel ............................................................. 2-4
Intelligent Around View Monitor ..................... 4-10
Intelligent Auto Headlight system ................. 2-38
Intelligent Back-up Intervention (I-BI) ......... 5-53
Intelligent Blind Spot Intervention
(I-BSI)........................................................................\
.............. 5-40
Intelligent Blind Spot Intervention (I-BSI)
ON indicator light ........................................................ 2-18
Intelligent Cruise Control (ICC) ........................ 5-63
Intelligent Cruise Control (ICC) system main switch indicator ....................................... 2-25
Intelligent Cruise Control (ICC) system
warning light ................................................................... 2-14
Intelligent Distance Control (I-DC) ................. 5-85
Intelligent Distance Control (I-DC) system
warning light ................................................................... 2-13 Intelligent Forward Collision Warning
(I-FCW)........................................................................\
........ 5-106
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
Intelligent Lane Intervention (I-LI) .................. 5-23
Intelligent Lane Intervention (I-LI) ON
indicator light (green) .............................................. 2-18
Intelligent Rear View Mirror................................. 3-32
Interior light replacement..................................... 8-26
Interior light switch.................................................... 2-68
Interior lights................................................................... 2-68
ISOFIX child restraint ................................................ 1-35
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 ..................................... 1-70
Air conditioner specification label....... 10-12
Emission control information label .... 10-11
Engine serial number .................................... 10-11
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F.M.V.S.S./C.M.V.S.S. certification
label ........................................................................\
..... 10-11
Tire and Loading
information label................................ 8-32, 10-12
Vehicle identification number (VIN) .... 10-10
Lane Departure Warning (LDW) indicator
light (orange)..............................................................\
..... 2-14
Lane Departure Warning (LDW)/Intelligent
Lane Intervention (I-LI) ............................................ 5-23
LATCH system ................................................................ 1-35
License plate, Installing front
license plate.................................................................. 10-12
Liftgate........................................................................\
......... 3-22
Light Air bag warning light......................................... 1-71
Bulb replacement ................................................. 8-24
Cargo light ................................................................. 2-70
Fog light switch ..................................................... 2-41
Headlight switch ................................................... 2-37
Headlights bulb replacement ..................... 8-24
Indicator lights........................................................ 2-17
Interior light switch............................................. 2-68
Interior lights............................................................ 2-68
Map lights ................................................................... 2-69
Replacement ............................................................ 8-24
Vanity mirror lights ............................................. 2-70
Warning/indicator lights and audible
reminders.................................................................... 2-11
Lights, Exterior and interior light
replacement..................................................................... 8-26
Linking Intelligent Key (air conditioner)..... 4-43
Loading information (See vehicle
loading information) .............................................. 10-13
Lock Automatic door locks........................................... 3-6
Door locks...................................................................... 3-4
Liftgate lock .............................................................. 3-22 Power door lock ....................................................... 3-4
Locking with mechanical key ................................ 3-4
Loose fuel cap warning.......................................... 3-26
Low outside temperature warning............... 2-25
Low tire pressure warning light ...................... 2-15
Low tire pressure warning system (See
Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS)) ..... 5-5
Luggage hooks ............................................................. 2-59
M
Maintenance........................................................................\
9-2 Battery........................................................................\
... 8-11
General maintenance........................................... 9-2
Inside the vehicle..................................................... 9-3
Maintenance indicators................................... 2-26
Maintenance log.................................................... 9-11
Maintenance precautions................................. 8-2
Maintenance requirements ............................. 9-2
Maintenance schedules...................................... 9-7
Maintenance under severe
driving conditions ................................................ 9-10
Outside the vehicle ................................................ 9-2
Seat belt maintenance..................................... 1-29
Standard maintenance ....................................... 9-7
Maintenance schedules.............................................. 9-7
Malfunction Indicator Light (MIL) .................... 2-18
Map lights ........................................................................\
.. 2-69
Master warning light................................................. 2-16
Mechanical key (Intelligent Key system) ....... 3-3
Memory storage, Automatic
drive positioner ............................................................. 3-41
Meter Trip computer ......................................................... 2-28
Meters and gauges ........................................................ 2-5 Instrument brightness control .................. 2-40 Mirror
Inside mirror ............................................................. 3-31
Intelligent Rear View Mirror.......................... 3-32
Outside mirrors ...................................................... 3-38
Vanity mirror ............................................................ 3-40
Monitor Intelligent Around View Monitor .............. 4-10
Monitor, RearView Monitor ...................................... 4-3
Moonroof........................................................................\
.... 2-65
Moving Object Detection (MOD) ...................... 4-29N
New vehicle break-in ............................................. 5-115
NISSAN all-mode 4WD®........................................ 5-116
NISSAN Vehicle Immobilizer System ............ 2-31
NissanConnect® Owner’s Manual....................... 4-2
O
Odometer........................................................................\
....... 2-6
Off-road recovery ............................................................ 5-9
Oil Capacities and recommended fluids/
lubricants .................................................................... 10-2
Changing engine oil and filter ...................... 8-6
Checking engine oil level................................... 8-6
Engine oil.....................................................................\
... 8-6
Engine oil pressure gauge ............................... 2-8
Engine oil viscosity .............................................. 10-6
Oil filter replacement indicator ................. 2-26
Operation, operational indicators .................. 2-23
Outside air temperature ........................................ 2-29
Outside mirrors ............................................................. 3-38
Overheat, If your vehicle overheats.............. 6-14

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 spe-
cified could adversely affect the
emission control systems, and
may also affect warranty cover-
age.
. 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 de-
vices and systems of the vehicle.
Damage caused by such fuel is
not covered by the NISSAN new
vehicle limited warranty. .
Do not use fuel that contains the
octane booster methylcyclopen-
tadienyl manganese tricarbonyl
(MMT). Using fuel containing
MMT may adversely affect vehicle
performance and vehicle emis-
sions. Not all fuel dispensers are
labeled to indicate MMT content,
so you may have to consult your
gasoline retailer for more details.
Note that Federal and California
laws prohibit the use of MMT in
reformulated gasoline.
. U.S. government regulations re-
quire 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.
ENGINE OIL RECOMMENDATION:
See “Capacities and recommended fluids/
lubricants” (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
outlined in the “Break-in schedule” (P.5-
115). Follow these recommendations for
the future reliability and economy of your
new vehicle.
GAS STATION INFORMATION