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3. Select “Maintenance” using thebut-
ton and press ENTER.
Oil and Filter
This indicator appears when the customer set
distance comes for changing the engine oil and
filter. You can set or reset the distance for check-
ing or replacing these items. For scheduled main-
tenance items and intervals, refer to your
“NISSAN Service and Maintenance Guide.”
Tire
This indicator appears when the customer set
distance is reached for replacing tires. You can
set or reset the distance for replacing tires.WARNING
The tire replacement indicator is not a
substitute for regular tire checks, includ-
ing tire pressure checks. For additional
information, refer to “Changing Wheels
and Tires” in “Maintenance & 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 re-
placed. Setting the tire replacement indi-
cator for a certain 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 result in tire failure. Serious vehicle
damage could occur and may lead to a
collision, which could result in serious
personal injury or death.
Other
This indicator appears when the customer set
distance is reached for checking or replacing
maintenance items other than the engine oil, oil
filter and tires. Other maintenance items can in-
clude such things as air filter or tire rotation. The
distance for checking or replacing the items can
be set or reset.
Alarms
This setting allows the customer to set alarms for
outside temperature and a timer alert.
1. Press the
button.
2. Use the
button until “Settings” is se-
lected, and press ENTER.
3. Select “Alarms” using the
button and
press ENTER.
Outside Temperature
This setting allows the customer to
enable/disable the alert for low outside tempera-
ture in the vehicle information display.
1. Use the
button to select “Outside
Temperature”.
2. Press the ENTER button to turn ON/OFF
the outside temperature in the vehicle infor-
mation display.
Timer Alert
This setting allows the driver to set an alert to
notify a set time has been reached.
1. Use the
button to select “Timer Alert”.
2. Press the ENTER button.
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3. Adjust the desired amount of air using the
control knob. The climate controlled seat
blower remains on low speed for approxi-
mately 60 seconds after turning the switch
on or selecting the desired temperature.
4. When the vehicle’s interior is warmed or
cooled, or before you leave the vehicle, be
sure to turn the control knob to the Off
(center) position. The indicator light
Bon
the control knob goes off with the switch in
the off (center) position.
To check the air filter for the climate controlled
seat, contact a NISSAN dealer.
WARNING
Do not use or allow occupants to use the
climate controlled seats if you or the oc-
cupants can not monitor seat tempera-
tures or have an inability to feel pain in
those body parts in contact with the seat.
Use of the climate controlled seats by
such people could result in serious injury.
CAUTION
●The battery could run down if the cli-
mate control seat is operated while the
engine is not running.●Do not use the climate control seat for
extended periods or when no one is
using the seat.
●Do not put anything on the seat which
insulates heat, such as a blanket, cush-
ion, seat cover, etc. Otherwise, the seat
may become overheated.
●Do not place anything hard or heavy on
the seat or pierce it with a pin or similar
objects. This may result in damage to
the climate controlled seat.
●Any liquid spilled on the seat should be
removed immediately with a dry cloth
●The climate controlled seat has an air
filter. Do not operate the climate con-
trolled seat without an air filter. This
may result in damage to the system.
●When cleaning the seat, never use
gasoline, benzine, thinner, or any simi-
lar materials.
●If any malfunctions are found or the
climate controlled seat does not oper-
ate, turn the switch off and have the
system checked by your NISSAN dealer.The heated steering wheel system is designed to
operate only when the surface temperature of the
steering wheel is below approximately 68°F
(20°C) .
Push the heated steering wheel switch to warm
the steering wheel after the engine starts. The
indicator light will come on.
If the surface temperature of the steering wheel is
below 68°F (20°C) , the system will heat the
steering wheel to approximately 86°F (30°C) ,
then turn off automatically.
Push the switch again to turn the heated steering
wheel off manually. The indicator light will go off.
LIC0421
HEATED STEERING WHEEL (if so
equipped)
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8 Maintenance and do-it-yourself
Maintenance requirements..........................8-2
General maintenance..............................8-2
Explanation of general maintenance items.........8-2
Maintenance precautions...........................8-5
Engine compartment check locations................8-6
Engine cooling system.............................8-7
Checking engine coolant level...................8-8
Changing engine coolant........................8-8
Inverter cooling system.............................8-9
Checking inverter coolant level..................8-10
Changing inverter coolant......................8-10
Engine oil........................................8-10
Checking engine oil level.......................8-10
Changing engine oil...........................8-11
Changing engine oil filter.......................8-13
Continuously Variable Transmission (CVT) fluid......8-13
Power steering fluid...............................8-14
Brake fluid.......................................8-14
Windshield-washer fluid...........................8-15
Windshield-washer fluid reservoir...............8-15
12-Volt Battery...................................8-16
Jump starting.................................8-17
Drive belt........................................8-17Spark plugs......................................8-18
Replacing spark plugs.........................8-18
Air cleaner.......................................8-19
In-cabin microfilter.............................8-19
Windshield wiper blades..........................8-20
Cleaning.....................................8-20
Replacing....................................8-20
Brakes..........................................8-21
Fuses...........................................8-22
Engine compartment...........................8-22
Passenger compartment.......................8-23
Battery replacement..............................8-24
NISSAN Intelligent Key®.......................8-25
Lights...........................................
8-26
Headlights....................................8-26
Fog lights.....................................8-26
Exterior and interior lights.......................8-27
Wheels and tires.................................8-30
Tire pressure..................................8-30
Tire labeling...................................8-33
Types of tires..................................8-36
Tire chains....................................8-37
Changing wheels and tires.....................8-37
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UnderbodyThe underbody is frequently ex-
posed to corrosive substances such as those
used on icy roads or to control dust. It is very
important to remove these substances from the
underbody, otherwise rust may form on the floor
pan, frame, fuel lines and exhaust system. At the
end of winter, the underbody should be thor-
oughly flushed with plain water, in those areas
where mud and dirt may have accumulated. For
additional information, refer to “Appearance and
care” section of this manual.
Windshield-washer fluid*Check that there is
adequate fluid in the reservoir.When performing any inspection or maintenance
work on your vehicle, always take care to prevent
serious accidental injury to yourself or damage to
the vehicle. The following are general precau-
tions which should be closely observed.
WARNING
●Park the vehicle on a level surface, ap-
ply the parking brake securely and
block the wheels to prevent the vehicle
from moving. Move the shift lever to P
(Park) .
●Be sure the ignition switch is in the OFF
or LOCK position when performing any
parts replacement or repairs.
●If you must work with the engine run-
ning, keep your hands, clothing, hair
and tools away from moving fans, belts
and any other moving parts.
●It is advisable to secure or remove any
loose clothing and remove any jewelry,
such as rings, watches, etc. before
working on your vehicle.
●Always wear eye protection whenever
you work on your vehicle.●Your vehicle is equipped with an auto-
matic engine cooling fan. It may come
on at any time without warning, even if
the ignition switch is in the OFF posi-
tion and the engine is not running. To
avoid injury, always disconnect the
negative battery cable before working
near the fan.
●If you must run the engine in an en-
closed space such as a garage, be sure
there is proper ventilation for exhaust
gases to escape.
●Never get under the vehicle while it is
supported only by a jack. If it is neces-
sary to work under the vehicle, support
it with safety stands.
●Keep smoking materials, flame and
sparks away from the fuel tank and
battery.
●The fuel filter or fuel lines should be
serviced by a NISSAN dealer because
the fuel lines are under high pressure
even when the engine is off.
MAINTENANCE PRECAUTIONS
Maintenance and do-it-yourself8-5
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Clean and replace the air cleaner filter according
to the maintenance log shown in the “NISSAN
Service and Maintenance Guide”. When replac-
ing the filter, wipe the inside of the air cleaner filter
housing and the cover with a damp cloth.
To remove the air cleaner filter:
1. Unlatch the clips
1and move the air
cleaner cover upward.
Remove the air cleaner filter and wipe the inside
of the air cleaner filter housing and the cover with
a damp cloth.NOTE:
After installing a new air cleaner, make
sure the air cleaner cover is seated in the
housing and latch the clips
1.
WARNING
●Operating the engine with the air
cleaner removed can cause you or oth-
ers to be burned. The air cleaner not
only cleans the air, it stops the flame if
the engine backfires. If it isn’t there, and
the engine backfires, you could be
burned. Do not drive with the air cleaner
removed, and be careful when working
on the engine with the air cleaner
removed.
●Never pour fuel into the throttle body or
attempt to start the engine with the air
cleaner removed. Doing so could result
in serious injury.
IN-CABIN MICROFILTER
The in-cabin microfilter restricts the entry of air-
borne dust and pollen particles and reduces
some objectionable outside odors. The filter is
located behind the glove box. Refer to the
“NISSAN Service and Maintenance Guide” for
change intervals.
If replacement is required, see your NISSAN
dealer.
LDI2467
AIR CLEANER
Maintenance and do-it-yourself8-19
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9 Technical and consumer information
Recommended fluids/lubricants and capacities.......9-2
Recommended fuel.............................9-4
Engine oil and oil filter recommendations..........9-6
Air conditioner system refrigerant and oil
recommendations..............................9-7
Specifications.....................................9-8
Engine........................................9-8
Wheels and tires...............................9-9
Dimensions and weights........................9-9
When traveling or registering your vehicle in
another country..................................9-10
Vehicle identification..............................9-10
Vehicle identification number (VIN) plate.........9-10
Vehicle identification number
(chassis number)..............................9-10
Emission control information label...............9-11
Engine serial number...........................9-11
F.M.V.S.S./C.M.V.S.S. certification label..........9-11
Tire and loading information label................9-12Air conditioner specification label................9-12
Installing front license plate........................9-12
Vehicle loading information........................9-13
Terms........................................9-13
Vehicle load capacity..........................9-14
Securing the load..............................9-15
Loading tips..................................9-16
Measurement of weights.......................9-16
Towing a trailer...................................9-17
Maximum load limits...........................9-17
Towing load/specification.......................9-20
Towing safety.................................9-21
Flat towing....................................9-27
Uniform tire quality grading........................9-28
Emission control system warranty..................9-29
Reporting safety defects..........................9-29
Readiness for inspection/maintenance (I/M) test.....9-30
Event Data Recorders (EDR) (if so equipped)........9-31
Owner’s Manual/Service Manual order information . . . 9-31
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The following are approximate capacities. The actual refill capacities may be slightly different. When refilling, follow the procedure
described in the “Maintenance and do-it-yourself” section to determine the proper refill capacity.
Capacity (Approximate) Recommended Fluids and Lubricants
US measure Imp measure Liter
Fuel 19-1/2 gal 16-1/4 gal 74 L • For additional information, refer to “Recommended Fuel” in this section.
Engine oil Drain and refill• For additional information, refer to “Engine oil” in the “Maintenance and
do-it-yourself” section.
QR25DERWith oil filter
change6-1/8 qt 5-1/8 qt 5.8 L• Genuine NISSAN engine oil or equivalent
• Engine oil with API Certification Mark
• Viscosity SAE 0W-20
• For additional information, refer to “Engine oil and oil filter recommenda-
tions” in this section.
• As an alternative to this recommended oil, SAE 5W-30 conventional pe-
troleum based oil may be used and meets all specifications and require-
ments necessary to maintain the New Vehicle Limited Warranty. Without oil
filter change5-7/8 qt 4-7/8 qt 5.5 L
Cooling system With reservoir 2-5/8 gal 2-1/8 gal 9.8 L • Pre-diluted Genuine NISSAN Long Life Antifreeze/Coolant (blue) or
equivalent
Inverter cooling system — — —
Continuously Variable Transmission (CVT)
fluid
Refill to the proper level according to the instructions in
the “Maintenance and do-it-yourself” section.• Genuine NISSAN CVT Fluid NS-3
• NISSAN recommends using Genuine NISSAN CVT Fluid NS-3 ONLY in
NISSAN CVTs. Do not mix with other fluids. Using fluids that are not equiva-
lent 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 un-
der 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 will pre-
vent the power steering system from operating properly.
Differential gear oil — — —• Genuine NISSAN Differential Oil Hypoid Super Semi-synthetic API GL-5,
Viscosity SAE 75W-90
• The use of differential gear oil other than the specified may cause vehicle
malfunctions and result in non-warranty vehicle repairs.
RECOMMENDED FLUIDS/
LUBRICANTS AND CAPACITIES
9-2Technical and consumer information
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Your engine was filled with a high-quality engine
oil when it was built. You do not have to change
the oil before the first recommended change
interval. Oil and filter change intervals depend
upon how you use your vehicle.
Operation under the following conditions may
require more frequent oil and filter changes:
●repeated short distance driving at cold out-
side temperatures
●driving in dusty conditions
●extensive idling
●towing a trailer
●stop and go commuting
Refer to the “NISSAN Service and Maintenance
Guide” for the maintenance schedule.
AIR CONDITIONER SYSTEM
REFRIGERANT AND OIL
RECOMMENDATIONS
The air conditioner system in your NISSAN
vehicle must be charged with the refriger-
ant HFC-134a (R-134a) and the oil, NISSAN
A/C system oil DH-PS or the exact equiva-
lents.
CAUTION
The use of any other refrigerant or oil will
cause severe damage to the air condition-
ing system and will require the replace-
ment of all air conditioner system
components.
The refrigerant HFC-134a (R-134a) in your
NISSAN vehicle does not harm the earth’s ozone
layer. Although this refrigerant does not affect the
earth’s atmosphere, certain government regula-
tions require the recovery and recycling of any
refrigerant during automotive air conditioner sys-
tem service. An NISSAN dealer has the trained
technicians and equipment needed to recover
and recycle your air conditioner system refriger-
ant.
Contact an NISSAN dealer when servicing your
air conditioner system.
Technical and consumer information9-7
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10 Index
2nd row bench seat adjustment......1-6,1-8
A
Air bag (See supplemental restraint
system) .....................1-47
Air bag system
Front (See supplemental front impact
air bag system)...............1-54
Airbagwarninglabels.............1-64
Airbagwarninglight...........1-65,2-15
Air bag warning light, supplemental . .1-65, 2-15
Air cleaner housing filter............8-19
Air conditioner
Air conditioner service...........4-47
Air conditioner specification label.....9-12
Air conditioner system refrigerant and
oil recommendations.............9-7
Heater and air conditioner controls....4-43
Servicing air conditioner..........4-47
Alarm system
(See vehicle security system).........2-31
Anchor point locations.............1-30
Antenna.....................4-95
Anti-lock brake warning light..........2-10
Anti-lock Braking System (ABS)........5-41
Armrests .....................1-9
Around View™ Monitor.............4-28
Audible reminders...............2-18
Audio system..................4-47
Bluetooth®audio..............4-90
Compact disc (CD) player.....4-67,4-74Audio System
Digital Versatile Disc (DVD) Player
Operation..................4-76
Audio system
FM/AM/SAT radio with CD/DVD player . .4-70
FM/AM/SAT radio with compact disc (CD)
player ....................4-63
Audio System
iPod® Player.............4-84,4-86
iPod® player operation.......4-84,4-86
Audio system
Radio ....................4-47
Steering wheel audio control switch . . .4-94
USB interface............4-79,4-80
Autolight switch.................2-37
Automatic
Automatic drive positioner.........3-36
Automatic power window switch.....2-57
Automatic anti-glare inside mirror.......3-33
Automatic door locks..............3-6
Automatic drive positioner...........3-36
B
Battery......................8-16
Chargewarninglight............2-11
Battery replacement
Keyfob ...................8-24
Before starting the engine...........5-13
Belt (See drive belt)..............8-17
Block heater
Engine....................5-49Bluetooth® audio................4-90
Bluetooth® hands-free phone
system.................4-109, 4-124
Boosterseats..................1-44
Brake
Anti-lock Braking System (ABS)......5-41
Brake fluid..................8-14
Brakelight(Seestoplight).........8-27
Brake system................5-40
Brakewearindicators........2-18,8-21
Parking brake operation..........5-18
Self-adjusting brakes............8-21
Brake fluid....................8-14
Brakes......................8-21
Brake system..................5-40
Break-inschedule ...............5-33
Brightness/contrast button........4-9,4-18
Brightness control
Instrument panel..............2-39
Bulb check/instrument panel..........2-10
Bulbreplacement................8-27
C
Capacities and recommended
fuel/lubricants...................9-2
Cargolight ...................2-62
Cargo (See vehicle loading information) . . .9-13
Car phone or CB radio............4-108
CDcareandcleaning .............4-93
CD player (See audio system).....4-67,4-74
Check tire pressure...............2-30
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Child restraints.......1-23,1-24,1-25,1-27
LATCH (Lower Anchors and Tethers for
CHildren) System..............1-27
Precautions on child
restraints.........1-25,1-32,1-39,1-44
Top tether strap anchor point locations . .1-30
Child restraint with top tether strap.......1-29
Child safety rear door lock............3-7
Chimes, audible reminders...........2-18
Cleaningexteriorandinterior...........7-2
Clock set/adjustment...........4-8,4-16
C.M.V.S.S. certification label..........9-11
Cold weather driving...............5-48
Compact disc (CD) player........4-67,4-74
Consolebox...................2-49
Continuously Variable Transmission (CVT) . . .5-15
Continuously Variable Transmission
(CVT) fluid..................8-13
Driving with Continuously Variable
Transmission (CVT).............5-15
Control panel buttons..............4-10
Brightness/contrast button......4-9,4-18
Enterbutton...............4-4,4-10
Without navigation system..........4-4
Controls
Audiocontrols(steeringwheel).......4-94
Heater and air conditioner controls.....4-43
Coolant
Capacities and recommended
fuel/lubricants.................9-2
Changing engine coolant...........8-8
Checking engine coolant level........8-8
Checking inverter coolant level.......8-10
Corrosionprotection ...............7-7
Cruisecontrol..................5-31
Cupholders...................2-51D
Daytime running light system (Canada only) . .2-39
Defroster switch
Rear window and outside mirror defroster
switch.....................2-36
Digital Versatile Disc (DVD) player.......4-76
Dimensionsandweights.............9-9
Dimmer switch for instrument panel......2-39
Display controls (see control panel buttons) . .4-4,
4-10
Door locks.....................3-5
Drive belt.....................8-17
Drive positioner, Automatic...........3-36
Driving
Cold weather driving.............5-48
Driving with Continuously Variable
Transmission (CVT).............5-15
Precautions when starting and driving....5-2
Dual head restraint DVD system........4-96
E
Economy - fuel..................5-35
Emission control information label.......9-11
Emission control system warranty.......9-29
Engine
Before starting the engine..........5-13
Block heater.................5-49
Capacities and recommended
fuel/lubricants.................9-2
Changingenginecoolant...........8-8
Changingengineoil.............8-11
Changing engine oil filter..........8-13Checking engine coolant level........8-8
Checking engine oil level..........8-10
Engine compartment check locations....8-6
Engine cooling system............8-7
Engineoil...................8-10
Engine oil and oil filter recommendation . . .9-6
Engine oil pressure warning light......2-12
Engine oil viscosity..............9-6
Engine serial number...........
.9-11
Engine specifications.............9-8
Starting the engine.............5-14
Enter button.................4-4,4-10
Event data recorders..............9-31
Exhaust gas (Carbon monoxide).........5-2
Extended storage switch............8-23
F
Flashers (See hazard warning flasher switch) . .6-2
Flat tire.......................6-3
Floor mat positioning aid.............7-6
Fluid
Brake fluid..................8-14
Capacities and recommended
fuel/lubricants.................9-2
Continuously Variable Transmission
(CVT) fluid..................8-13
Enginecoolant.................8-7
Engineoil...................8-10
Inverter coolant................8-9
Power steering fluid.............8-14
Windshield-washer fluid...........8-15
F.M.V.S.S. certification label...........9-11
Foglightswitch .................2-40
10-2