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Brake fluid level*:Make sure that the brake
fluid level is between the MAX and MIN lines
on the reservoir.
Engine coolant level*: Check the coolant
level when the engine is cold.
Engine drive belts*: Make sure the drive
belts are not frayed, worn, cracked or oily.
Engine oil level*: Check the level af ter
parking the vehicle on a level spot and
turning off the engine. Wait more than
15 minutes for the oil to drain back into the
oil pan.
Exhaust system: Make sure there are no
loose supports, cracks or holes. If the
sound of the exhaust seems unusual or
there is a smell of exhaust fumes, immedi-
ately have the exhaust system inspected. It
is recommended that you visit a NISSAN
dealer for this service. For additional infor-
mation, refer to “Exhaust gas (carbon mon-
oxide)” in the “Starting and driving” section
of this manual.
Fluid leaks: Check under the vehicle for
fuel, oil, water or other fluid leaks af ter the
vehicle has been parked for a while. Water
dripping from the air conditioner af ter use
is normal. If you should notice any leaks or if fuel fumes are evident, check for the cause
and have it corrected immediately.
Power steering fluid level* and lines:
Check the level when the fluid is cold, with
the engine off. Check the lines for proper
attachment, leaks, cracks, etc.
Radiator and hoses:
Check the front of the
radiator and clean off any dirt, insects,
leaves, etc., that may have accumulated.
Make sure the hoses have no cracks, defor-
mation, rot or loose connections.
Underbody: The underbody is frequently
exposed to corrosive substances such as
those used on icy roads or to control dust. It
is very important to remove these sub-
stances, otherwise rust may form on the
floor pan, frame, fuel lines and around the
exhaust system. At the end of winter, the
underbody should be thoroughly flushed
with plain water, being careful to clean
those areas where mud and dirt may accu-
mulate. 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. 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 schedule 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 opera-
tion. For additional information, refer to
“General maintenance” in this section.
Items marked with
“*”are recommended
by NISSAN for reliable vehicle operation.
You are not required to perform mainte-
nance on these items in order to maintain
the warranties which come with your
NISSAN. Other maintenance items and in-
tervals are required.
When applicable, additional information
can be found in the “Do-it-yourself ” section
of this manual.
EXPLANATION OF SCHEDULED
MAINTENANCE ITEMS
Maintenance and schedules9-5

NOTE:
NISSAN does not advocate the use of
non-OEM approved af termarket flush-
ing systems and strongly advises
against performing these services on a
NISSAN product. Many of the af termar-
ket flushing systems use non-OEM ap-
proved chemicals or solvents, the use of
which has not been validated by NISSAN.
For recommended fuel, lubricants, fluids,
grease, and refrigerant, refer to “Recom-
mended fluids/lubricants and capaci-
ties” in the “Technical and consumer in-
formation” section of this manual.
EMISSION CONTROL SYSTEM
MAINTENANCE:
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 inter-
vals. 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 replac-
ing coolant, be sure to use only Genuine
NISSAN Long Life Antifreeze/Coolant (blue)
or equivalent with the proper mixture. (For
additional information on the proper mix-
ture for your area, refer to “Engine cooling
system” in the “Do-it-yourself ” section of
this manual.)
NOTE: Mixing any other type of coolant or
the use of non-distilled water may reduce
the recommended service interval of the
coolant.
Engine oil and oil filter: Replace engine oil
and oil filter at the specified intervals. For
recommended oil grade and viscosity refer
to “Recommended fluids/lubricants and
capacities” in the “Technical and consumer
information” section of this manual.
Fuel lines*: Check the fuel hoses, piping
and connections for leaks, looseness, or
deterioration. Tighten connections or re-
place parts as necessary.
Spark plugs: Replace at specified intervals.
Install new plugs of the same type as origi-
nally 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 immedi-
ately.
Exhaust system: Visually inspect the ex-
haust pipes, muffler and hangers for leaks,
cracks, deterioration, and damage. Tighten
connections or replace parts as necessary.
In-cabin microfilter: Replace at specified
intervals. When driving for prolonged peri-
ods in dusty conditions, replace the filter
more frequently.
Steering gear and linkage, axle and sus-
pension parts, drive shaf t boots: Check
for damage, looseness, and leakage of oil
or grease. Under severe driving conditions,
inspect more frequently.
9-6Maintenance and schedules

CHASSIS & BODY MAINTENANCE
Abbreviations: I = Inspect and correct or replace as necessary, R = Replace,
MAINTENANCE OPERATION
Perform at number of miles, kilometers or months, whichever comes first. miles x 1,000
(km x 1,000) 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
B ra ke li n es & ca b le s IIIIII
Brake pads & rotors IIIIII
Brake fluid RRR
C VT flu id See NO TE (1 )IIIIII
Steering gear and linkage, axle and suspension
parts III
Tire rotation See NOTE (2)
Front drive shaf t boots  IIIIII
Exhaust system III
In-cabin microfilter RRRR
NISSAN Intelligent Key® battery IR RR
9-10Maintenance and schedules

MAINTENANCE OPERATION
Perform at number of miles, kilometers or months, whichever comes first. miles x 1,000
(km x 1,000) 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
B ra ke li n es an d ca b le s IIIIII
Brake pads and rotors IIIIII
Brake fluid RRR
C VT flu id See NO TE (1 )IIIIII
Steering gear and linkage, axle and suspension
parts III
Tire rotation See NOTE (2)
Front drive shaf t boots IIIIII
Exhaust system III
In-cabin microfilter RRRR
NISSAN Intelligent Key® battery RRRR
NOTE:
Maintenance items with “” should be performed more frequently according to “Maintenance under severe driving conditions”.
(1) If towing a trailer, using a camper or a car-top carrier or driving on rough or muddy roads, inspect CVT fluid deterioration every
60,000 miles (96,000 km), then change CVT fluid if necessary. And if the inspection is not performed, change (not just inspect) CVT
fluid every 60,000 miles (96,000 km). It is recommended that you visit a NISSAN dealer to perform this service.
(2) For additional information on tire rotation, refer to “General maintenance” in this section.
Maintenance and schedules9-11

The maintenance intervals shown on the
preceding pages are for normal operating
conditions. If the vehicle is mainly operated
under severe driving conditions as shown
below, more frequent maintenance must
be performed on the following items as
shown in the table.
SEVERE DRIVING CONDITIONS
∙ Repeated short trips of less than 5 miles(8 km). ∙ Repeated short trips of less than
10 miles (16 km) with outside tempera-
tures remaining below freezing.
∙ Operating in hot weather in stop- and-go “rush hour” traffic.
∙ Extensive idling and/or low speed driv- ing for long distance, such as police, taxi
or door-to-door delivery use. ∙ Driving in dusty conditions.
∙ Driving on rough, muddy or salt spread
roads.
∙ Using a car-top carrier.
Maintenance operation: Inspect = Inspect and correct or replace as necessary.
Maintenance item Maintenance operation Maintenance interval
Brake fluid ReplaceEvery 10,000 miles (16,000 km) or 12 months
Brake pads & rotors InspectEvery 5,000 miles (8,000 km) or 6 months
Steering gear & linkage, axle & suspension parts InspectEvery 5,000 miles (8,000 km) or 6 months
Exhaust system InspectEvery 5,000 miles (8,000 km) or 6 months
MAINTENANCE UNDER SEVERE
OPERATING CONDITIONS
9-12Maintenance and schedules

The following are approximate capacities. The actual refill capacities may be slightly different. When refilling, follow the procedure
described in the “Do-it-yourself ” section to determine the proper refill capacity.
Fluid typeCapacity (approximate) Recommended Fluids/Lubricants
Metric
Measure US
Measure Imperial
Measure
Fuel 68 L 18 gal 15 gal• For additional information, refer to “Fuel recommendation” in
this section.
Engine oil*1
Drain and refill
*1: For additional information, refer
to “Engine oil” in the “Do-it-yourself ”
section of this manual. With oil filter
change 4.8 L 5-1/8 qt 4-1/4 qt • Genuine “Nissan Motor Oil 0W-20 SN” (or equivalent) is
recommended.
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 rec-
ommended is not covered under NISSAN’s New Vehicle Limited
Warranty. For additional information, refer to “Engine oil and oil
filter recommendation” in this section.
Without oil
filter change 4.5 L 4-3/4 qt 4 qt
Engine coolant
with reservoir 9.2 L 2-3/8 gal 2 gal• Pre-diluted Genuine NISSAN Long Life Antifreeze/Coolant (blue)
or equivalent
Continuously Variable Transmission (CVT) fluid ———• Genuine NISSAN CVT Fluid NS-3
• NISSAN recommends using Genuine NISSAN CVT Fluid NS-3 (or
equivalent) ONLY in NISSAN CVTs. Do not mix with other fluids.
Using fluids that are not equivalent to Genuine NISSAN CVT Fluid
NS-3 may damage the CVT. Damage caused by the use of fluids
other than as recommended is not covered under NISSAN’s New
Vehicle Limited Warranty.
Power Steering Fluid (PSF) ———• Genuine NISSAN E-PSF or equivalent.
• Use of a power steering fluid other than Genuine NISSAN E-PSF
may prevent the power steering system from operating
properly.
Brake fluid reservoir 0.49 L 1/8 gal 1/8 gal• Genuine NISSAN Super Heavy Duty Brake Fluid*2 or equivalent
DOT 3
*2: Available in mainland USA through a NISSAN dealer.
RECOMMENDED FLUIDS/
LUBRICANTS AND CAPACITIES
10-2Technical and consumer information

Engine oil...................8-6
Powersteeringfluid............8-11
Windshield-washer fluid .........8-12
F.M.V.S.S. certification label ..........10-11
Foglightswitch................2-55
Foldingrearseat.................1-5
Front air bag system (See supplemental
restraint system) ................1-51
Front and rear sonar system .......5-134
Front-door pocket ..............2-65
Front power seat adjustment .........1-3
Frontseats....................1-2
Fuel Capacities and recommended
fuel/lubricants...............10-2
Fuel economy ...............5-125
Fuel-filler cap ................3-25
Fuel-filler lid .................3-25
Fuel gauge ..................2-7
Fueloctanerating.............10-5
Fuel recommendation .......10-2,10-3
Loose fuel cap warning .........2-35
Fuelefficientdrivingtips ..........5-124
Fuel-filler door .................3-25
Fuel gauge ....................2-7
Fuses .......................8-19
Fusiblelinks...................8-20
G
Garage door opener, HomeLink® Universal
Transceiver . . .2-77, 2-78, 2-79, 2-80, 2-80, 2-81
Gascap.....................3-25 Gauge
Engine coolant temperature gauge . .2-6
Fuel gauge ..................2-7
Odometer ..................2-5
Speedometer ..............2-4,2-5
Tachometer .................2-6
Trip odometer .............2-4,2-5
General maintenance .............9-3
Glovebox....................2-66
Gloveboxlock.................2-66
H
Hazard warning flasher switch ........6-2
Headlight and turn signal switch ......2-50
Headlightcontrolswitch...........2-50
Headlights ...................8-23
Headrestraints..................1-7
Heatedrearseats...............2-59
Heatedseats..................2-58
Heated seat switches ............2-58
Heated steering wheel ............2-60
Heater Heater and air conditioner (automatic)
(if so equipped) ..............4-29
Heater and air conditioner controls . .4-30
Heater operation ..............4-31
Heater and air conditioner (automatic) . .4-29
HomeLink® Universal
Transceiver . . .2-77, 2-78, 2-79, 2-80, 2-80, 2-81
Hood .......................3-23
Horn.......................2-56 I
Ignition Switch Push-button ignition switch .......5-11
Immobilizer system ..........2-45,5-14
Important vehicle information label . . . .10-11
In-cabinmicrofilter..............8-16
Increasing fuel economy ..........5-125
Indicator NISSAN Intelligent Key® battery
discharge indicator ............5-13
Indicator lights and audible reminders
(See warning/indicator lights and audible
reminders) .................2-8,2-14
Informationdisplay..............2-18
Inside automatic anti-glare mirror .....3-30
Instrument brightness control .......2-54
Instrument panel .............0-6,2-2
Instrument panel dimmer switch .....2-54
Integr ated

Dynamics-control Module . .5-133
Intelligent Around View Monitor .......4-11
Intelligent Cruise Control (ICC) .......5-60
Intelligent Drive Alertness (I-DA) ......5-120
Intelligent Engine Brake (I-EB) .......5-133
Intelligent Forward Collision Warning
(I-FCW).....................5-109
Intelligent Key system Key operating range ............3-8
Key operation ................3-10
Mechanical key ...............3-3
Remote keyless entry operation ....3-13
Troubleshooting guide ..........3-18
Warning signals ..............3-18
Intelligent Lane Intervention (I-LI) ......5-31
Intelligent Trace Control (I-TC) .......5-133
11-3

Moving Object Detection (MOD)......4-23
N
NissanConnect® Owner's Manual ......4-2
NISSAN Intelligent Key® ..........3-2,3-7
NISSAN Intelligent Key® battery discharge
indicator.....................5-13
NISSAN Vehicle Immobilizer
System ..................2-45,5-14
O
Octane rating (See fuel octane rating). . .10-5
Odometer ....................2-5
Oil Capacities and recommended
fuel/lubricants...............10-2
Changing engine oil ............8-6
Changing engine oil filter .........8-6
Checking engine oil level .........8-6
Engine oil ...................8-6
Engine oil and oil filter
recommendation ..........10-2,10-6
Engine oil viscosity .............10-6
Outsidemirrorcontrol ............3-31
Outsidemirrors.................3-31
Overhead sunglasses holder ........2-67
Overheat Ifyourvehicleoverheats.........6-11
Owner's manual order form ........10-20
Owner's manual/service manual order
information..................10-20 P
Parking Parking brake operation .........5-22
Parking/parkingonhills.........5-126
Parkingbrake..................5-22
Personal lights .................2-76
Power Power door locks ..............3-6
Poweroutlet................2-63
Powerrearwindows...........2-70
Powersteeringfluid............8-11
Power steering system .........5-127
Powerwindows..............2-69
Rearpowerwindows...........2-70
Poweroutlet..................2-63
Powersteering................5-127
Powersteeringfluid..............8-11
Precautions Maintenance precautions .........8-2
Precautions on booster
seats............1-22, 1-29, 1-36, 1-40
Precautions on child
restraints.........1-22, 1-29, 1-36, 1-40
Precautions on seat belt usage .....1-11
Precautions on supplemental restraint
system ....................1-44
Precautions when starting and
driving.....................5-4
Push starting ..................6-11
R
Radio Car phone or CB radio ..........4-34Rain-sensingautowipersystem......2-48
Readiness for inspection maintenance
(I/M) test
....................10-19
Rear Automatic Braking (RAB) .......5-85
RearCrossTrafficAlert(RCTA) .......5-48
Rear Door Alert .............2-35, 2-62
Rear power sunshade ............2-74
Rearpowerwindows............ .2-70
Rearseat.....................1-5
Rear sun shade ................2-74
RearViewMonitor................4-3
Rear window and outside mirror defroster
switch......................2-49
Recommended Fluids ............10-2
Recorders EventData.................10-20
Refrigerant recommendation .....10-2,10-7
Registering a vehicle in another
country .....................10-10
Remote Engine Start ..........3-20,5-16
Reporting safety defects (US only) . . . .10-18
S
Safety Child safety rear door lock ........3-7
C h

ildseatbelts .....1-22, 1-29, 1-36, 1-40
Reporting safety defects (US only) . .10-18
Seat adjustment Front power seat adjustment .......1-3
Seatback pockets ...............2-65
Seat belt Childsafety.................1-20
Infants and small children ........1-21
InjuredPerson............... .1-15
11-5

Largerchildren...............1-21
Precautions on seat belt usage .....1-11
Pregnant women ..............1-14
Seat belt extenders ............1-19
Seat belt maintenance ..........1-19
Seatbelts................1-11, 7-8
Shoulder belt height adjustment . . . .1-18
Three-pointtypewithretractor.....1-15
Seat belt extenders ..............1-19
Seatbeltwarninglight.........1-14, 2-14
Seats Adjustment ..................1-2
Armrests .................. .1-7
Automatic drive
positioner ........3-33,3-34,3-35,3-36
Frontseats..................1-2
Heatedseats................2-58
Rearseat...................1-5
Security indicator light ............2-16
Security system (NISSAN Vehicle Immobilizer
System), engine start ..........2-45,5-14
Security systems Vehicle security system .........2-44
Self-adjustingbrakes.............8-18
Service manual order form .........10-20
Servicing air conditioner ...........4-33
Shif ting Continuously Variable Transmission
(CVT) .....................5-18
Shoulder belt height adjustment ......1-18
Spark plug replacement ...........8-15
Spark plugs ...................8-15
Specifications .................10-8
Speedometer ................2-4,2-5
Speedometer and odometer ........2-4
Spotlights(Seemaplight)..........2-76 SRS warning label
...............1-64
Stability control ................5-130
Standard maintenance ............9-8
Starting Before starting the engine ........5-14
Jumpstarting.............6-9,8-14
Precautions when starting and
driving.....................5-4
Push starting ................6-11
Starting the engine ............5-15
Starting the engine ..............5-15
Steering Heated steering wheel ..........2-60
Powersteeringfluid............8-11
Powersteeringsystem.........5-127
Steering wheel .................3-27
Stoplight....................8-24
Storage.....................2-65
Storagetray ..................2-66
Sunglasses case ................2-67
Sunglasses holder ...............2-67
Sunroof ...................2-72,7-6
Sunvisors....................3-29
Supplemental air bag warning
light.....................1-64, 2-14
Supplemental front impact air bag
system ..................... .1-51
Supplemental restraint system Information and warning labels . . . .1-64
Pr ec

autions on supplemental restraint
system ....................1-44
Supplemental restraint system
(Supplemental air bag system) .......1-44
Switch Autolightswitch..............2-50
Automaticpowerwindowswitch....2-71 Foglightswitch..............2-55
Hazard warning flasher switch
......6-2
Headlight and turn signal switch ....2-50
Headlightcontrolswitch.........2-50
Instrument brightness control .....2-54
Power door lock switch ..........3-6
Rear window and outside mirror
defrosterswitch..............2-49
Turn signal switch .............2-55
T
Tachometer ...................2-6
Temperature gauge Engine coolant temperature gauge . .2-6
Thef t (NISSAN Vehicle Immobilizer System),
engine start ...............2-45,5-14
Three-waycatalyst...............5-5
Tire Flattire..................6-3,6-4
Spare tire ................6-5,8-37
Tire and Loading Information label . .10-12
Tire chains .................8-34
Tire pressure ................8-26
Tirerotation ................8-34
Types of tires ................8-33
Uniform tire quality grading .......10-17
Wheels and tires ..............8-26
Wheel/tire size ...............10-9
Tire pressure Low tire pressure warning light .....2-11
Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) . .5-5
Towing 4-wheel drive models ...........6-13
Flattowing.................10-16
11-6