Screen NISSAN QASHQAI 2008 Manual PDF

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Maintenance and do-it-yourself
Maintenance requirements ....................................... 8-2
Scheduled maintenance...................................... 8-2
General maintenance .......................................... 8-2
Where to go for service ...................................... 8-2
General maintenance ............................................... 8-2 Explanation of general maintenance items ........... 8-2
Maintenance precautions ......................................... 8-4
Engine compartment ................................................ 8-5
Engine cooling system ............................................. 8-6 Checking engine coolant level............................. 8-6
Changing engine coolant .................................... 8-6
Engine oil................................................................. 8-8 Checking engine oil level .................................... 8-8
Changing engine oil ............................................ 8-9
Changing engine oil filter .................................... 8-11
Protect the environment ...................................... 8-13
Fuel filter (Diesel engine models) ............................. 8-13 Draining water .................................................... 8-13
Bleeding the fuel system ..................................... 8-14
Automatic transmission fluid (ATF) ........................... 8-14
Continuously variable transmission (CVT) fluid ......... 8-14
Brakes ..................................................................... 8-15 Checking brake pedal......................................... 8-15
Checking handbrake........................................... 8-15
Brake and clutch fluid .............................................. 8-15
Window washer fluid/headlight cleaner fluid
(where fitted) ........................................................... 8-16
Battery..................................................................... 8-17 Vehicle battery .................................................... 8-17
Jump-starting ...................................................... 8-19 Integrated keyfob/Intelligent Key battery
replacement........................................................ 8-19
Drive belts ............................................................... 8-21
Spark plugs (Petrol engine models).......................... 8-21
Air cleaner filter........................................................ 8-21 Viscous paper type ............................................. 8-22
Dry paper type (where fitted) .............................. 8-22
Wiper blades ........................................................... 8-22 Cleaning ............................................................. 8-22
Front window wiper replacement ........................ 8-22
Back door window wiper replacement ................ 8-23
Windscreen washer nozzle ................................. 8-23
Fuses ...................................................................... 8-23 Passenger compartment ..................................... 8-23
Engine compartment ........................................... 8-24
Lights ...................................................................... 8-25 Headlights .......................................................... 8-25
Exterior lights ...................................................... 8-27
Interior lights....................................................... 8-27
Light locations .................................................... 8-27
Wheels and tyres ..................................................... 8-31 Tyre inflation pressure......................................... 8-31
Types of tyres ..................................................... 8-31
Snow chains....................................................... 8-32
Tyre rotation ....................................................... 8-32
Tyre wear and damage ....................................... 8-33
Tyre age ............................................................. 8-33
Changing tyres and wheels ................................. 8-33
Four-wheel drive (4WD) models ......................... 8-33
Wheel balance.................................................... 8-33

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Clean the headlights on a regular basis. Make sure
that the headlights, stop lights, tail lights, turn signal
lights, and other lights are all operating properly and
installed securely. Also check headlight aim.
Tyres*:
Check the pressure with a gauge periodically when
at a service station (including the spare) and adjust
to the specified pressure if necessary. Check care-
fully for damage, cuts or excessive wear.
Tyre rotation*:
Tyres should be rotated every 10,000 km (6,000
miles) for Two-Wheel Drive (2WD) models and
5,000 km (3,000 miles) for Four-Wheel Drive (4WD)
models. However, the timing for tyre rotation may
vary according to your driving habits and road sur-
face conditions.
Wheel alignment and balance:
If the vehicle pull to either side while driving on a
straight and level road, or if you detect uneven or
abnormal tyre wear, there may be a need for wheel
alignment. If the steering wheel or seat vibrates at
normal highway speeds, wheel balancing may be
needed.
Wheel nuts:
When checking the tyres, make sure no wheel nuts
are missing, and check for any loose wheel nuts.
Tighten if necessary.Windscreen:
Clean the windscreen on a regular basis. Check the
windscreen at least every six months for cracks or
other damage. Have a damaged windscreen re-
paired by a qualified repair facility.
Wiper blades*:
Check for cracks or wear if they do not wipe prop-
erly.
Under the bonnet and vehicle
The maintenance items listed here should be
checked periodically, e.g. each time you check the
engine oil or refuel.
Battery*:
Check if the green indicator on the top of the main-
tenance free battery is visible. If it is not visible,
replace the battery as soon as possible.
Vehicles operated in high temperatures or under
severe conditions, check the fluid level frequently.
Brake and clutch fluid level*:
Make sure that the brake and clutch 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 that the drive belts are not frayed, worn,
cracked or oily.Engine oil level*:
Check the level after parking the vehicle on a level
surface and turning off the engine.
Fluid leaks:
Check under the vehicle for fuel, oil, water or other
fluid leaks after the vehicle has been parked for a
while. Water dripping from the air conditioner after
use is normal. If you should notice any leaks or if
petrol fumes are evident, check for the cause and
have it corrected immediately.
Window washer fluid*:
Check that there is adequate fluid in the tank.
Inside the vehicle
The maintenance items listed here should be
checked on a regular basis, such as when perform-
ing periodic maintenance, cleaning the vehicle, etc.
Accelerator pedal:
Check the pedal for smooth operation and make
sure that the pedal does not catch or require uneven
effort. Keep the floor mats away from the pedal.
Brake pedal*:
Check the pedal for smooth operation. If the brake
pedal suddenly goes down further than normal, the
pedal feels spongy or the vehicle seems to take
longer to stop, contact a NISSAN dealer or qualified
workshop immediately. Keep the floor mat away
from the pedal.
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Confirm that your vehicle is held securely on a fairly
steep hill with only the handbrake applied.
Seats:
Check seat position controls such as seat adjust-
ers, seatback recliner, etc. to ensure they operate
smoothly and all latches lock securely in every posi-
tion. Check that the head restraints move up and
down smoothly and the locks hold securely in all
latched positions.
Seat belts:
Check that all parts of the seat belt system (e.g.
buckles, anchors, adjusters and retractors) operate
properly and smoothly, and are installed securely.
Check the belt webbing for cuts, fraying, wear or
damage. See “Seat belts” in the “1. Safety — seats,
seat belts and supplemental restraint system” sec-
tion for further details.
Steering wheel:
Check for any change in the steering conditions,
such as excessive free play, hard steering or strange
noises.
Warning lights and audible reminders:
Make sure that all warning/indicator lights and au-
dible reminders are operating properly.
Windscreen defogger:
Check that the air comes out of the defogger outlets
properly when operating the heater or air condi-
tioner.Windscreen wiper and washer*:
Check that the wipers and washer operate properly
and that the wipers do not streak.
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 precautions
which should be closely observed.
Park the vehicle on a level surface, apply the
handbrake securely and block the wheels to
prevent the vehicle from moving. For a manual
transmission models, move the gear lever to
N (Neutral) position.[For automatic transmis-
sion or continuously variable transmission
models: move the selector lever to P (Park)
position.]
Do not work under the engine bonnet while
the engine is hot. Turn off the engine and wait
until it cools down.
Be sure to turn the ignition switch to the “OFF”
or LOCK position.
When the ignition switch is in the ON or Acc
position, the cooling fan may start to operate
suddenly even when the engine is not run-
ning. To avoid injury, always disconnect the
negative battery cable before working near
the engine.
If you must work with the engine running,
keep your hands, clothing, hair and tools away
from moving fans, belts and any other moving
parts.
It is advisable to remove ties and any jewel-
lery, such as rings, watches, etc. before work-
ing on your vehicle.
MAINTENANCE PRECAUTIONS
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out the air cleaner filter.
VISCOUS PAPER TYPE
The filter elementjA should not be cleaned and
reused.
Replace it according to the maintenance schedule
shown in the separately provided Warranty Informa-
tion & Maintenance Booklet. When replacing the fil-
ter, wipe the inside of the air cleaner housing and
the cover with a damp cloth.
DRY PAPER TYPE (where fitted)
Check the filter elementjA to see if it is dirty. If it is
dirty, shake the element to remove dust.
Clean or replace it according to the maintenance
schedule shown in the separately provided War-
ranty Information & Maintenance Booklet. When
cleaning or replacing the filter, wipe the inside of the
air cleaner housing and the cover with a damp cloth.
CLEANING
If the windscreen or back door window is not clear
after using the window washer or if a wiper blade
chatters when running, wax or other material may be
on the blade or windscreen.
Clean the outside of the windscreen or back door
window with a washer solution or a mild detergent.
The windscreen or back door window is clean if
beads do not form when rinsing with clear water.
Clean the blade by wiping it with a cloth soaked in a
washer solution or a mild detergent. Then rinse the
blade with clear water. If the windscreen or back
door window is still not clear after cleaning the
blades and using the wiper, replace the blades.
CAUTION
After wiper blade replacement, return the
wiper arm to its original position. Otherwise it
may be damaged when the bonnet is opened.
Make sure the wiper blade contacts the glass.
Otherwise, the arm may be damaged from
wind pressure.
Do not open the bonnet when the front wiper
is in the servicing position other wise it can
damage the paint surface of the bonnet.
FRONT WINDOW WIPER
REPLACEMENT
1. Pull up the wiper arm.
2. Press the two side lock pins
j1 , then remove the
wiper blade as illustrated.
3. Install the new wiper blade in the reverse order of removal.
4. Return the wiper arm to its original position.
NDI923Z
WIPER BLADES
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REPLACEMENT
1. Lift the wiper arm.
2. Hold and rotate carefully the wiper blade clock-wise until the blade becomes free.
3. Insert the new wiper blade onto the wiper arm and snap it into place.
4. Return the wiper arm to its original position.
WINDSCREEN WASHER NOZZLE
If you wax the surface of the engine bonnet, be care-
ful not to let wax get into the washer nozzlejA . This
may cause clogging or improper windscreen washer
operation. If wax gets into the nozzle, remove it with
aneedleorsmallpin
jB.
PASSENGER COMPARTMENT
CAUTION
Never use a fuse of higher or lower amperage
rating than that specified on the fuse box
cover.
Never pull the harness or wires when discon-
necting the connector.
NDI924Z
NDI892Z
NDI1088
FUSES
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– Driving four-wheel drive (4WD) safely ............................ 5-27
– Four-wheel drive (4WD) model (Tyres) .......................... 8-33
– Four-wheel drive mode indicator light ............................. 5-27
– Four-wheel drive warning light ....................................... 5-26
Front passenger air bag deactivation system ....................... 1-17
Front passenger air bag indicator light ................................. 1-17
Fuel
– Bleeding the fuel system ................................................ 8-14
– Capacities and recommended fuel/lubricants ................... 9-2
– Draining water (Fuel filter) .............................................. 8-13
– Fuel filter (Diesel engine models) ................................... 8-13
– Fuel gauge ...................................................................... 2-2
– Fuel recommendation ...................................................... 9-5
Fuel filler lid
– Cap ........................................................................\
....... 3-15
– Opener lever ................................................................. 3-15
Fuses ........................................................................\
.......... 8-23
– Engine compartment ...................................................... 8-24
– Passenger compartment ................................................ 8-23G
Gauges
– Engine coolant temperature gauge ................................... 2-2
– Fuel gauge ...................................................................... 2-2
– Meters and gauges .......................................................... 2-2
Glove box ........................................................................\
.... 2-31
Guide lines ........................................................................\
.... 4-7
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Handbrake lever .................................................................. 3-16
Hazard warning flasher switch ............................................. 2-28 Head restraint
– Active head restraints ...................................................... 1-6
– Adjustment ...................................................................... 1-5
Headlight
– Headlight aiming control switch ..................................... 2-27
– Headlight and turn signal switch .................................... 2-24
– Headlight cleaner .......................................................... 2-28
– Headlight switch ............................................................ 2-24
– Headlights (bulb replacement) ....................................... 8-26
– Replacement (bulb) ....................................................... 8-25
– Turn signal switch .......................................................... 2-26
– Xenon ........................................................................\
... 2-24
Heated seats ....................................................................... 2-29
Heater and air conditioner ................................................... 4-12
Horn ........................................................................\
........... 2-29
How to adjust the screen view ............................................. 4-11
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Ignition
– Ignition knob (Intelligent Key equipped models) ................ 5-8
– Ignition switch ................................................................. 5-6
Immobilizer
– NATS immobilizer radio approval number ....................... 9-10
– NISSAN Anti-Theft System (NATS) ............................... 3-13
Indicator lights ....................................................................... 2-3
Injured persons ..................................................................... 1-9
Inside rear-view mirror ......................................................... 3-17
Instrument and control layout
– LHD and RHD models ..................................................... 0-5
Integrated keyfob (remote control system) ............................. 3-3
– Battery replacement ...................................................... 8-19
– Ignition switch ................................................................. 5-6
– Keyfob operation failure ................................................... 3-6
– Locking the doors ............................................................ 3-5
– Setting the unlock mode .................................................. 3-4
10-4Index

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Winter (Special winter equipment) ....................................... 5-43
Wiper
– Back door window wiper replacement ........................... 8-23
– Front window wiper replacement ................................... 8-22
– Rain sensor ................................................................... 2-22
– Rear window wiper and washer switch .......................... 2-23
– Washer nozzle ............................................................... 8-23
– Window washer/headlight cleaner fluid .......................... 8-16
– Windscreen wiper and washer switch ............................ 2-22
– Wiper blades replacement ............................................. 8-22
10-10Index