engine NISSAN NV PASSENGER VAN 2018 Owners Manual

∙ ALWAYS provide information aboutthe proper use of vehicle safety fea-
tures to all occupants of the vehicle.
∙ ALWAYS review this Owner’s Manual for important safety information.
DRIVING
This vehicle will handle and maneuver dif-
ferently from an ordinary passenger ve-
hicle because it has a higher center of
gravity. As with other vehicles with fea-
tures of this type, failure to operate this
vehicle correctly may result in loss of con-
trol or an accident.
Be sure to read “Driving precautions” and
“Avoiding collision and rollover” in the
“Starting and driving” section of this
manual.
MODIFICATION OF YOUR VEHICLE
WARNING
Any modifications or alterations of this
vehicle that do not comply with the
NISSAN NV 1500/2500/3500 Body
Builders Guide may affect the safety of
the vehicle which may result in a colli-
sion, serious personal injury or death.
An electronic copy of the NISSAN Body
Builders Guide is available at
www.nissancommercialvehicles.com.
Modifications made to this vehicle by
conversion companies or dealers may
affect the final certification of the
engine, vehicle or equipment. The con-
version company or dealer has the re-
sponsibility to certif y that the altered
vehicle and equipment complies or
continues to comply with all applicable
motor vehicle safety standards and
emissions regulations. The conversion
company or dealer is responsible for
making sure the modifications or in-
stalled equipment does not affect the
safety of the vehicle.
NISSAN does not assume the responsi-
bility as the final stage manufacturer
for modified or altered vehicles.
NISSAN is not responsible for the final
certification, product liability claims, or
warranty claims, resulting from any
component, assembly, or system being
altered. NISSAN is not responsible for
modifications which cause the vehicle
to become non-compliant with any of
the motor vehicle safety standards,
emissions regulations, or modifica-
tions that cause the vehicle to be or be-
come defective or unsafe.
Your vehicle’s warranty may not cover
damage resulting from alterations,
modifications, installation of non-
approved accessories, or improper in-
stallation of accessories. For additional
information, refer to your 2018 NV
1500/2500/3500 Warranty Informa-
tion Booklet for complete details.

WARNING
Installing an af termarket On-Board Di-
agnostic (OBD) plug-in device that uses
the port during normal driving, for ex-
ample remote insurance company
monitoring, remote vehicle diagnostics,
telematics or engine reprogramming,
may cause interference or damage to
vehicle systems. We do not recommend
or endorse the use of any af termarket
OBD plug-in devices, unless specifically
approved by NISSAN. The vehicle war-
ranty may not cover damage caused by
any af termarket plug-in device.This manual includes information for all
features and equipment available on this
model. Features and equipment in your ve-
hicle may vary depending on model, trim
level, options selected, order, date of pro-
duction, region or availability. Therefore,
you may find information about features or
equipment that are not included or in-
stalled on your vehicle.
All information, specifications and illustra-
tions in this manual are those in effect at
the time of printing. NISSAN reserves the
right to change specifications, perfor-
mance, design or component suppliers
without notice and without obligation.
From time to time, NISSAN may update or
revise this manual to provide Owners with
the most accurate information currently
available. Please carefully read and retain
with this manual all revision updates sent
to you by NISSAN to ensure you have ac-
cess to accurate and up-to-date informa-
tion regarding your vehicle. Current ver-
sions of vehicle Owner’s Manuals and any
updates can also be found in the Owner
section of the NISSAN website at
https://owners.nissanusa.com/nowners/navigation/manualsGuide
.If you have questions concerning any infor-
mation in your Owner’s Manual, contact
NISSAN Consumer Affairs. For contact in-
formation, refer to the NISSAN CUSTOMER
CARE PROGRAM page in this Owner’s Manual.
IMPORTANT INFORMATION ABOUT
THIS MANUAL
You will see various symbols in this manual.
They are used in the following ways:
WARNING
This is used to indicate the presence of
a hazard that could cause death or seri-
ous personal injury. To avoid or reduce
the risk, the procedures must be fol-
lowed precisely.
CAUTION
This is used to indicate the presence of
a hazard that could cause minor or
moderate personal injury or damage to
your vehicle. To avoid or reduce the risk,
the procedures must be followed
carefully.
WHEN READING THE MANUAL

If you see this symbol, it means“Do not do
this” or“Do not let this happen.”
If you see a symbol similar to these in an
illustration, it means the arrow points to
the front of the vehicle.
Arrows in an illustration that are similar to
these indicate movement or action.
Arrows in an illustration that are similar to
these call attention to an item in the illus-
tration.
CALIFORNIA PROPOSITION 65
WARNING
WARNING
Engine exhaust, some of its constitu-
ents, and certain vehicle components
contain or emit chemicals known to the
State of California to cause cancer and
birth defects or other reproductive
harm. In addition, certain fluids con-
tained in vehicles and certain products
of component wear contain or emit
chemicals known to the State of
California to cause cancer and birth de-
fects or other reproductive harm. Operating, servicing and maintaining a
passenger vehicle or off-road vehicle
can expose you to chemicals including
engine exhaust, carbon monoxide,
phthalates, and lead, which are known
to the State of California to cause can-
cer and birth defects or other reproduc-
tive harm. To minimize exposure, avoid
breathing exhaust, do not idle the en-
gine except as necessary, service your
vehicle in a well-ventilated area and
wear gloves or wash your hands fre-
quently when servicing your vehicle.
For more information go to
www.P65Warnings.ca.gov.
CALIFORNIA PERCHLORATE
ADVISORY
Some vehicle parts, such as lithium bat-
teries, may contain perchlorate material.
The following advisory is provided: “Per-
chlorate Material – special handling may
apply. For additional information, refer
to www.dtsc.ca.gov/hazardouswaste/
perchlorate/”.
APD1005

0 Illustrated table of contents
Air bags, seat belts and child restraints..........0-2
Exterior front ....................................0-3
Exterior rear .....................................0-4
Passenger compartment ........................0-5 Instrument panel
................................0-6
Engine compartment check locations ...........0-8
Warning and indicator lights ....................0-10

1. Engine hood (P. 3-13)
2. Wiper and washer switch (P. 2-29)
3. Windshield (P. 8-20)
4. Power windows (P. 2-50)
5. Door locks (P. 3-3)Key fob (P. 3-9)
Keys (P. 3-2)
6. Mirrors (P. 3-17)
7. Tire pressure (P. 8-32) Flat tire (P. 6-2)
Tire chains (P. 8-32)
8. Headlight and turn signal switch
(P. 2-31)
Daytime Running Lights (DRL)
system (P. 2-31)
Replacing bulbs (P. 8-28)
9. Fog light switch (if so equipped)
(P. 2-34)
Refer to the page number indicated in
parentheses for operating details.
LIC3702
EXTERIOR FRONT
Illustrated table of contents0-3

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
0-8Illustrated table of contents

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
Illustrated table of contents0-9

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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2 Instruments and controls
Instrument panel................................2-2
Meters and gauges ..............................2-4
Speedometer and odometer .................2-4
Tachometer ..................................2-5
Engine coolant temperature gauge ..........2-6
Fuel gauge ...................................2-6
Engine oil pressure gauge .................... 2-7
Voltmeter ....................................2-8
Automatic transmission fluid
temperature gauge ..........................2-8
Trip computer ................................2-9
Trip computer warnings .....................2-13
Compass (if so equipped) ......................2-14
Compass display ............................ 2-15
Warning lights, indicator lights and audible
reminders ...................................... 2-18
Checking lights .............................. 2-19
Warning lights ............................... 2-19
Indicator lights .............................. 2-24
Audible reminders ........................... 2-26
Security systems (if so equipped) ...............2-26
Vehicle security system .....................2-27
NISSAN Vehicle Immobilizer System .........2-28 Wiper and washer switch
.......................2-29
Switch operation ............................ 2-29
Rear window and outside mirror
(if so equipped) defroster switch ................2-30
Headlight and turn signal switch ...............2-31
Headlight control switch .....................2-31
Daytime Running Lights (DRL) System .......2-32
Instrument brightness control ...............2-33
Turn signal switch ........................... 2-33
Fog light switch (if so equipped) .............2-34
Horn ........................................... 2-34
Heated seat switches (if so equipped) ..........2-34
Vehicle Dynamic Control (VDC) OFF switch ......2-35
Power inverter switch (if so equipped) ..........2-36
Rear Sonar System (RSS) off switch
(if so equipped) ................................. 2-37
Front and rear sonar system off switch
(if so equipped) ................................. 2-37
T

ow mode switch (if so equipped) ..............2-38
Power outlets .................................. 2-39
12v outlet(s) .................................. 2-39
120v outlets (if so equipped) .................2-40
Storage ........................................ 2-42
Front-door pockets .......................... 2-42

1. Warning lights and indicator lights
2. Tachometer
3. Speedometer4. Fuel gauge
5. PUSH TRIP knob
Instrument brightness control knob
6. Odometer
Twin trip odometer
Trip computer
Automatic transmission
position indicator
7. INFO knob
8. Engine coolant temperature gauge
SPEEDOMETER AND ODOMETER
This vehicle is equipped with a speedom-
eter and odometer. The speedometer is
located on the right side of the meter clus-
ter. The odometer is located within the trip
computer.
LIC2037
METERS AND GAUGES
2-4Instruments and controls