brake fluid NISSAN NV PASSENGER VAN 2018 Owners Manual

VQ40DE engine
1. Fuse/Fusible link box (P. 8-22)
2. Engine oil filler cap (P. 8-8)
3. Engine oil dipstick (P. 8-8)
4. Brake fluid reservoir (P. 8-13)
5. Air cleaner (P. 8-18)
6. Windshield-washer fluid reservoir(P. 8-14)
7. Engine coolant reservoir (P. 8-6)
8. Drive belt location (P. 8-17)
9. Power steering fluid reservoir
(P. 8-13)
10. Radiator cap (P. 8-6)
11. Battery (P. 8-15)
Refer to the page number indicated in
parentheses for operating details.
LDI2615
ENGINE COMPARTMENT CHECK
LOCATIONS
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VK56VD engine
1. Radiator cap (P. 8-6)
2. Fuse/Fusible link box (P. 8-22)
3. Engine oil dipstick (P. 8-8)
4. Engine oil filler cap (P. 8-8)
5. Brake fluid reservoir (P. 8-13)
6. Air cleaner (P. 8-18)
7. Windshield-washer fluid reservoir(P. 8-14)
8. Engine coolant reservoir (P. 8-6)
9. Drive belt location (P. 8-17)
10. Power steering fluid reservoir
(P. 8-13)
11. Battery (P. 8-15)
12. Fuse/Relay box (P. 8-22)
NOTE:
Engine cover removed for clarity.
Refer to the page number indicated in
parentheses for operating details.
LDI3057
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Warninglight Name Page
or
Anti-lock Braking
System (ABS)
warning light 2-19
Automatic
Transmission
check
warning light2-19
Automatic
Transmission oil
temperature
warning light2-19
or
Brake
warning light
2-20
Charge
warning light2-20
Warning
light Name Page
Door open
warning light 2-20
Driver’s seat belt
warning light
and chime2-20
Engine oil
pressure
warning light 2-21
Low fuel warning
light and chime
2-21
Low tire pressure
warning light2-21
Low windshield-
washer fluid
warning light
(if so equipped)2-23
Master
warning light
2-23
Warning
light Name Page
Passenger’s seat
belt warning light 2-23
Supplemental air
bag warning light2-23
Indicator
light Name Page
Automatic
Transmission
position
indicator light 2-24
Cruise main
switch
indicator light
2-24
Cruise set switch
indicator light
2-24
High beam
indicator light
(blue)2-24
WARNING AND INDICATOR LIGHTS
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WARNING
The tire rotation indicator is not a sub-
stitute for regular tire checks, including
tire pressure checks. For additional in-
formation, refer to “Changing wheels
and tires” in the “Do-it-yourself ” section
of this manual. Many factors including
tire inflation, alignment, driving habits
and road conditions affect tire wear and
when tires should be replaced. Setting
the tire replacement indicator for a cer-
tain driving distance does not mean
your tires will last that long. Use the tire
replacement indicator as a guide only
and always perform regular tire checks.
Failure to perform regular tire checks,
including tire pressure checks could re-
sult in tire failure. Serious vehicle dam-
age could occur and may lead to a colli-
sion, which could result in serious
personal injury or death.4. Other indicator This indicator and REMINDER message
appears when the customer’s set dis-
tance is achieved. This reminder can be
used for other maintenance items
such as air filter, brakes, or washer fluid.
You can set or reset the distance for
this reminder. For additional informa-
tion, refer to “Setting mode” in this sec- tion. For scheduled maintenance items
and intervals, refer to the “Maintenance
and schedules” section of this manual.
TPMS menu
From the setting mode screen rotate the
INFO knob to select RESET TPMS. For addi-
tional information, refer to “TPMS sensor
reset” in the “Do-it-yourself ” section of this
manual.
TRIP COMPUTER WARNINGS
This vehicle has various warnings that will
appear in the trip computer to indicate a
potential problem.
PARK BRAKE warning
This warning illuminates in the message
area of the trip computer when the parking
brake is set and the vehicle is driven.
LOW FUEL warning
This warning illuminates in the message
area of the trip computer when the fuel
level in the fuel tank is getting low. Refuel as
soon as it is convenient, preferably before
the fuel gauge reaches E (Empty).
There
will be a small reserve of fuel in the tank
when the fuel gauge needle reaches E
(Empty).
TIRE PRES warning
This warning appears in the trip computer
if low tire pressure is detected while driving
and each time the ignition switch is placed
in the ON position. The low tire pressure
warning light will also illuminate. The TIRE
PRES warning will appear and automati-
cally advance to the next screen af ter a
period of time or by pushing the INFO knob
to show the location(s) and pressure(s) of
the under-inflated tires.
Example:
CHECK TIRE →RL 38 PSI →RR 39 PSI →
CHECK TIRE
If this warning appears, stop the vehicle
and adjust the tire pressure to the recom-
mended COLD tire pressure shown on the
Tire and Loading Information label. For ad-
ditional information, refer to “Low tire pres-
sure warning light” in this section and “Tire
Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS)” in the
“Starting and driving” section of this
manual.
TPMS ERROR warning
This warning appears in the message area
of the trip computer if the TPMS is not func-
tioning properly. Have the system checked.
Instruments and controls2-13

orAnti-lock Braking System
(ABS) warning lightLow fuel warning light and chimeCruise set switch indicator light
Automatic Transmission check
warning lightLow tire pressure warning lightHigh beam indicator light (blue)
Automatic Transmission oil temperature
warning lightLow windshield-washer fluid warning light
(if so equipped)Malfunction Indicator Light (MIL)
orBrake warning lightMaster warning lightSecurity indicator light (if so equipped)
Charge warning lightPassenger’s seat belt warning lightSlip indicator light
Door open warning lightSupplemental air bag warning lightTOW mode ON indicator light
(if so equipped)
Driver’s seat belt warning lightAutomatic Transmission position
indicator lightTurn signal/hazard indicator lights
Engine oil pressure warning lightCruise main switch indicator lightVehicle Dynamic Control (VDC)
OFF indicator light
WARNING LIGHTS, INDICATOR LIGHTS
AND AUDIBLE REMINDERS
2-18Instruments and controls

orBrake warninglight
This light functions for both the parking
brake and the foot brake systems.
Parking brake indicator
When the ignition switch is placed in the ON
position, the light comes on when the park-
ing brake is applied.
Low brake fluid warning light
When the ignition switch is placed in the ON
position, the light warns of a low brake fluid
level. If the light comes on while the engine
is running, with the parking brake not ap-
plied, stop the vehicle and perform the fol-
lowing:
1. Check the brake fluid level. Add brake fluid as necessary. For additional infor-
mation, refer to “Brake fluid” in the “Do-
it-yourself ” section of this manual.
2. If the brake fluid level is correct, have the warning system checked. It is rec-
ommended that you visit a NISSAN
dealer for this service.
WARNING
∙ Your brake system may not be work-ing properly if the warning light is on.
Driving could be dangerous. If you
judge it to be safe, drive carefully to
the nearest service station for repairs.
Otherwise, have your vehicle towed
because driving it could be
dangerous.
∙ Pressing the brake pedal with the en- gine stopped and/or a low brake fluid
level may increase your stopping dis-
tance and braking will require greater
pedal effort as well as pedal travel.
∙ If the brake fluid level is below the MINIMUM or MIN mark on the brake
fluid reservoir, do not drive until the
brake system has been checked. It is
recommended that you visit a NISSAN
dealer for this service.
Charge warning light
If this light comes on while the engine is
running, it may indicate the charging sys-
tem is not functioning properly. Turn the
engine off and check the generator belt. If the belt is loose, broken, missing, or if the
light remains on, have your vehicle serviced
immediately. It is recommended that you
visit a NISSAN dealer for this service.
CAUTION
Do not continue driving if the generator
belt is loose, broken or missing.
Door open warning light
This light comes on when any of the doors
are not closed securely while the ignition
switch is in the ON position.
Driver’s seat belt warning
light and chime
The light and chime remind you to fasten
your seat belt. The light illuminates when-
ever the ignition switch is placed in the ON
position and remains illuminated until the
driver’s seat belt is fastened. At the same
time, the chime sounds for about 7 sec-
onds unless the driver’s seat belt is se-
curely fastened.
For additional information, refer to “Seat
belts” in the “Safety—Seats, seat belts and
supplemental restraint system” section of
this manual.
2-20Instruments and controls

IGNITION SWITCH POSITIONS
LOCK: Normal parking position (0)
OFF: (1)
The engine can be turned off without lock-
ing the steering wheel.
ACC: (Accessories) (2)
This position activates electrical accesso-
ries such as the radio when the engine is
not running.
ON: Normal operating position (3)
This position turns on the ignition system
and the electrical accessories.
START: (4)
This position starts the engine. As soon as
the engine has started, release the key. It
automatically returns to the ON position.
NISSAN VEHICLE IMMOBILIZER
SYSTEM (if so equipped)
The NISSAN Vehicle Immobilizer System
will not allow the engine to start without
the use of the registered key.
If the engine fails to start using a registered
key (for example, when interference is
caused by another registered key, an auto-
mated toll road device or automatic pay-
ment device on the key ring), restart the
engine using the following procedures:1. Leave the ignition switch in the ON po- sition for approximately 5 seconds.
2. Place the ignition switch in the OFF or LOCK position, and wait approximately
10 seconds.
3. Repeat steps 1 and 2.
4. Restart the engine while holding the device (which may have caused the in-
terference) separate from the regis-
tered key.
If the no start condition re-occurs, NISSAN
recommends placing the registered key on
a separate key ring to avoid interference
from other devices. ∙ Make sure the area around the vehicle is
clear.
∙ Check fluid levels such as engine oil, coolant, brake fluid, and windshield-
washer fluid as frequently as possible,
or at least whenever you refuel.
∙ Check that all windows and lights are clean.
∙ Visually inspect tires for their appear- ance and condition. Also check tires for
proper inflation.
∙ Check that all doors are closed.
∙ Position seat and adjust head restraints/headrests.
∙ Adjust inside and outside mirrors.
∙ Fasten seat belts and ask all passen- gers to do likewise.
∙ Check the operation of warning lights when the ignition switch is placed in the
ON position. For additional information,
refer to “Warning lights, indicator lights
and audible reminders” in the “Instru-
ments and controls” section of this
manual.
BEFORE STARTING THE ENGINE
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– When installing a spare tire, makesure that it is the proper size and
type as specified on the Tire and
Loading Information label. For ad-
ditional information, refer to “Tire
and Loading Information label” in
the “Technical and consumer infor-
mation” section of this manual.
– For additional information, refer to “Wheels and tires” in the “Do-it-
yourself ” section of this manual.
The ABS controls the brakes so the wheels
do not lock during hard braking or when
braking on slippery surfaces. The system
detects the rotation speed at each wheel
and varies the brake fluid pressure to pre-
vent each wheel from locking and sliding.
By preventing each wheel from locking, the
system helps the driver maintain steering
control and helps to minimize swerving
and spinning on slippery surfaces.
Using the system
Depress the brake pedal and hold it down.
Depress the brake pedal with firm steady
pressure, but do not pump the brakes. The
Anti-lock Braking System will operate to
prevent the wheels from locking up. Steer
the vehicle to avoid obstacles.
WARNING
Do not pump the brake pedal. Doing so
may result in increased stopping
distances.
Self-test feature
The Anti-lock Braking System (ABS) in-
cludes electronic sensors, electric pumps,
hydraulic solenoids and a computer. The
computer has a built-in diagnostic feature
that tests the system each time you start
the engine and move the vehicle at a low
speed in forward or reverse. When the self-
test occurs, you may hear a “clunk” noise
and/or feel a pulsation in the brake pedal.
This is normal and does not indicate a mal-
function. If the computer senses a mal-
function, it switches the ABS off and illumi-
nates the ABS warning light on the
instrument panel. The brake system then
operates normally, but without anti-lock
assistance.
If the ABS warning light illuminates during
the self-test or while driving, have the ve-
hicle checked. It is recommended that you
visit a NISSAN dealer for this service.
Normal operation
The Anti-lock Braking System (ABS) oper-
ates at speeds abov e3-6mph(5-
10 km/h). The speed varies according to
road conditions.
When the ABS senses that one or more
wheels are close to locking up, the actuator
rapidly applies and releases hydraulic pres-
sure. This action is similar to pumping the
brakes very quickly. You may feel a pulsa-
tion in the brake pedal and hear a noise
from under the hood or feel a vibration
from the actuator when it is operating. This
is normal and indicates that the ABS is op-
erating properly. However, the pulsation
may indicate that road conditions are haz-
ardous and extra care is required while
driving.
BRAKE ASSIST
When the force applied to the brake pedal
exceeds a certain level, the brake assist is
activated generating greater braking force
than a conventional brake booster even
with light pedal force.
Starting and driving5-25

Skid and traction capabilities of studded
snow tires on wet or dry surfaces may be
poorer than that of non-studded snow
tires.3. Tire chains may be used. For additional information, refer to “Tire chains” in the
“Do-it-yourself ” section of this manual.
SPECIAL WINTER EQUIPMENT
It is recommended that the following items
be carried in the vehicle during winter:
∙ A scraper and stiff-bristled brush to re- move ice and snow from the windows
and wiper blades.
∙ A sturdy, flat board to be placed under the jack to give it firm support.
∙ A shovel to dig the vehicle out of snow- drif ts.
∙ Extra washer fluid to refill the windshield-washer fluid reservoir.
DRIVING ON SNOW OR ICE
WARNING
∙ Wet ice (32°F, 0°C and freezing rain),very cold snow or ice can be slick and
very hard to drive on. The vehicle will
have much less traction or “grip” un-
der these conditions. Try to avoid driv-
ing on wet ice until the road is salted
or sanded.
∙ Whatever the condition, drive with caution. Accelerate and slow down
with care. If accelerating or down-
shif ting too fast, the drive wheels will
lose even more traction.
∙ Allow more stopping distance under these conditions. Braking should be
started sooner than on dry pavement.
∙ Allow greater following distances on slippery roads.
∙ Watch for slippery spots (glare ice). These may appear on an otherwise
clear road in shaded areas. If a patch
of ice is seen ahead, brake before
reaching it. Try not to brake while on
the ice, and avoid any sudden steering
maneuvers. ∙ Do not use the cruise control on slip-
pery roads.
∙ Snow can trap dangerous exhaust gases under your vehicle. Keep snow
clear of the exhaust pipe and from
around your vehicle.
ENGINE BLOCK HEATER
(if so equipped)
Engine block heaters are used to assist
with cold temperature starting.
The engine block heater should be used
when the outside temperature is 20°F (-7°C)
or lower.
WARNING
∙ Do not use your engine block heaterwith an ungrounded electrical system
or a 2-pronged adapter. You can be
seriously injured by an electrical
shock if you use an ungrounded
connection.
∙ Disconnect and properly store the en- gine block heater cord before starting
the engine. Damage to the cord could
result in an electrical shock and can
cause serious injury.
Starting and driving5-33

8 Do-it-yourself
Maintenance precautions.......................8-2
Engine compartment check locations ...........8-4
Engine cooling system ..........................8-6
Checking engine coolant level ................8-7
Changing engine coolant .....................8-7
Engine oil ........................................8-8
Checking engine oil level .....................8-8
Changing engine oil ..........................8-9
Changing engine oil filter .....................8-11
5-speed Automatic Transmission
(if so equipped) Fluid (ATF) ......................8-12
7-speed Automatic Transmission
(if so equipped) Fluid (ATF) ......................8-12
Power steering fluid ............................ 8-13
Brake fluid ...................................... 8-13
Windshield-washer fluid ........................8-14
Windshield-washer fluid reservoir ............8-14
Battery......................................... 8-15
Jump starting ............................... 8-16
Drive belt ....................................... 8-17
Spark plugs .................................... 8-18
Replacing spark plugs .......................8-18Air cleaner
...................................... 8-18
In-cabin microfilter (if so equipped) ..........8-19
Windshield wiper blades ........................8-20
Cleaning .................................... 8-20
Replacing ................................... 8-20
Brakes.......................................... 8-21
Fuses ........................................... 8-22
Engine compartment .......................8-23
Passenger compartment ....................8-24
Battery replacement ........................... 8-26
Key fob (if so equipped) ......................8-27
Lights .......................................... 8-28
Headlights ................................... 8-28
Fog lights (if so equipped) ...................8-29
Exterior and interior lights ...................8-30
Wheels and tires ................................ 8-32
Tire pressure ................................ 8-32
Tir

e labeling ................................. 8-36
Types of tires ................................ 8-38
Tire chains .................................. 8-39
Changing wheels and tires ..................8-40