engine coolant NISSAN QASHQAI 2017 Owner´s Manual

9-4Maintenance and schedules
Warning lights and chimes:Make sure that
all warning lights and chimes are operating
properly.
Windshield defroster:Check that the air
comes out of the defroster outlets properly and
in sufficient quantity when operating the heater
or air conditioner.
Windshield wiper and washer*:Check that
the wipers and washers operate properly and
that the wipers do not streak.
Under the hood and vehicle
The maintenance items listed here should be
checked periodically (for example, each time you
check the engine oil or refuel) .
Battery*:Check the fluid level in each cell.
It should be between the MAX and MIN lines.
Vehicles operated in high temperatures or under
severe condition require frequent checks of the
battery fluid level.
NOTE:
Care should be taken to avoid situations
that can lead to potential battery discharge
and potential no-start conditions such as:
1.Installation or extended use of electro-
nic accessories that consume battery
power when the engine is not running
(Phone chargers, GPS, DVD players,
etc.)2.Vehicle is not driven regularly and/or
only driven short distances.
In these cases, the battery may need to be
charged to maintain battery health.
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 belt*:Make sure that the drive
belt is 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. Wait more than 10 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, immediately have the exhaust
system inspected. It is recommended you visit a
NISSAN dealer for this service. (See “Precau-
tions when starting and driving” (P.5-4) for
exhaust gas (carbon monoxide) .)
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 gasoline fumes are evident,check for the cause and have it corrected
immediately.
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, deformation, rot or loose
connections.
Underbody:The 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, other-
wise rust will 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 accumu-
late. For additional information, see “Cleaning
exterior” (P.7-2) .
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 sche-
dule 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 operation. Refer to
“General maintenance” (P.9-2) .
Items marked with “*” are recommended by
NISSAN for reliable vehicle operation. You are
not required to perform maintenance on these
items in order to maintain the warranties which
come with your vehicle. Other maintenance
items and intervals are required.
When applicable, additional information can be
found in the “8. Do-it yourself” section of this
manual.
NOTE:
NISSAN does not advocate the use of non-
OEM approved aftermarket flushing sys-
tems and strongly advises against per-
forming these services on a NISSAN
product. Many of the aftermarket flushing
systems use non-OEM approved chemicals
or solvents, the use of which has not been
validated by NISSAN.
For recommended fuel, lubricants, fluids,grease, and refrigerant, refer to“Capaci-
ties and recommended fluids/lubricants”
(P.10-2) of this manual.
EMISSION CONTROL SYSTEM MAIN-
TENANCE
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 intervals. 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 replacing coolant, be sure to use only
Genuine NISSAN Long Life Antifreeze/Coolant
(blue) or equivalent with the proper mixture.
(Refer to “Engine cooling system” (P.8-4) to
determine the proper mixture for your area.)
NOTE:
Mixing any other type of coolant or the use
of non-distilled water may reduce the
recommended service interval of the cool-
ant.Engine oil and oil filter:
Replace engine oil and oil filter at the specified
intervals. For recommended oil grade and vis-
cosity refer to “Capacities and recommended
fluids/lubricants” (P.10-2) .
Engine valve clearance*:
Inspect only if valve noise increases.
Adjust valve clearance if necessary.
Evaporative emissions control vapor
lines*:
Check vapor lines for leaks or looseness.
Tighten connections or replace parts as neces-
sary.
Fuel filter
Periodic maintenance is not required (in-tank
type filter) .
Fuel lines*:
Check the fuel hoses, piping and connections
for leaks, looseness, or deterioration. Tighten
connections or replace parts as necessary.
Spark plugs:
Replace at specified intervals. Install new plugs
of the type as originally equipped.
Maintenance and schedules9-5
EXPLANATION OF SCHEDULED
MAINTENANCE ITEMS

9-8Maintenance and schedules
EMISSION CONTROL SYSTEM MAINTENANCE
Abbreviations: I = Inspect and correct or replace as necessary, R = Replace
MAINTENANCE OPERATION
Perform at number of miles, kilo-
meters or months, whichever
comes first.Miles61,000
(km61,000)
MonthsMAINTENANCE INTERVAL
5
(8)
610
(16)
1215
(24)
1820
(32)
2425
(40)
3030
(48)
3635
(56)
4240
(64)
4845
(72)
5450
(80)
6055
(88)
6660
(96)
72
Drive belts See NOTE (1) I* I* I*
Air cleaner filter See NOTE (2) R R
EVAP vapor lines I* I* I*
Fuel linesI* I* I*
Fuel filter See NOTE (3)
Engine coolant* See NOTE (4)(5)
Engine oil R R R R R R R R R R R R
Engine oil filter R R R R R R R R R R R R
Spark plugs See NOTE (6) Replace every 105,000 miles (168,000 km)
Intake and exhaust valve clear-
ance*See NOTE (7)

MAINTENANCE OPERATION
Perform at number of miles,
kilometers or months, whichever
comes first.Miles61,000
(km61,000)
MonthsMAINTENANCE INTERVAL
65
(104)
7870
(112)
8475
(120)
9080
(128)
9685
(136)
10290
(144)
10895
(152)
114100
(160)
120105
(168)
126110
(176)
132115
(184)
138120
(192)
144
Drive belts See NOTE (1) I* I* I* I* I* I*
Air cleaner filter See NOTE (2) R R
EVAP vapor lines I* I* I*
Fuel linesI* I* I*
Fuel filter See NOTE (3)
Engine coolant* See NOTE (4)(5)
Engine oil R R R R R R R R R R R R
Engine oil filter R R R R R R R R R R R R
Spark plugs See NOTE (6) Replace every 105,000 miles (168,000 km)
Intake and exhaust valve clear-
ance*See NOTE (7)
NOTE:
(1) After 40,000 miles (64,000 km) or 48
months, inspect every 10,000 miles (16,000
km) or 12 months. Replace the drive belts
if found damaged.
(2) If operating mainly in dusty conditions,
more frequent maintenance may be re-
quired.
(3) Periodic maintenance is not required.
(4) First replacement interval is 105,000miles (168,000 km) or 84 months. After first
replacement, replace every 75,000 miles
(120,000 km) or 60 months.
(5) Use only Genuine NISSAN Long Life
Antifreeze/Coolant (blue) or equivalent
with proper mixture ratio of 50% anti-
freeze and 50% demineralized or distilled
water. Mixing any other type of coolant or
the use of non-distilled water may reduce
the life expectancy of the factory fill cool-ant.
(6) Replace spark plug when the plug gap
exceeds 0.053 in (1.35 mm) even if within
specified replacement mileage.
(7) Periodic maintenance is not required.
However, if valve noise increases, inspect
valve clearance.
*: Maintenance items and intervals with“*”
are recommended by NISSAN for reliable
vehicle operation. The owner does not
Maintenance and schedules9-9

10-2Technical and consumer information
The following are approximate capacities. The actual refill capacities may be a little different. When refilling, follow the procedure
instructed in the “8. Do-it-yourself” section to determine the proper refill capacity.
Fluid typeCapacity (approximate)
Recommended Fluids/Lubricants
Metric
MeasureUS
MeasureImperial
Measure
Fuel55 L 14-1/2 gal 12-1/8 galÂSee “Fuel information” (P.10-3).
Engine oil
*1With oil filter change 3.8 L 4 qt 3-3/8 qtÂGenuine “Nissan Motor Oil 0W-20 SN” is recommended.
ÂIf the above motor oil is not available, use an equivalent motor oil that matches the above
grade and viscosity. For additional information, see “Engine oil and oil filter recommendation”
(P.10-5). Drain and refill
*1: For additional in-
formation, see
“Changing engine
oil and filter” (P.8-6).Without oil filter change 3.6 L 3-7/8 qt 3-1/8 qt
Engine coolant With reservoir CVT model 8.7 L 9-1/4 qt 7-5/8 qtÂPre-diluted Genuine NISSAN Long Life Antifreeze/Coolant (blue) or equivalent
MT model 8.5 L 8-3/8 qt 7 qt
Reservoir 0.6 L 5/8 qt 1/2 qt
Continuously Variable Transmission (CVT) fluid — — —ÂGenuine NISSAN CVT Fluid NS-3
ÂNISSAN 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.
Manual Transmission (MT) gear oil — — —ÂManual Transmission Fluid (MTF) TRANSELF NFJ 75W-80 or equivalent
ÂIf Manual Transmission Fluid (MTF) TRANSELF NFJ is not available, API GL-4, Viscosity SAE
75W-80 may be used as a temporary replacement. However, use Manual Transmission Fluid
(MTF) TRANSELF NFJ as soon as it is available.
Differential gear oil — — —ÂGenuine NISSAN Differential Oil Hypoid Super GL-5 80W-90 or equivalent conventional
(non-synthetic) oil
Transfer fluid — — —
Brake and clutch fluid Refill to the proper oil level according
to the instructions in the “8. Do-it-
yourself” section.ÂGenuine NISSAN Super Heavy Duty Brake Fluid
*2or equivalent DOT 3*2: Available in mainland U.S.A. through a NISSAN dealer.
Multi-purpose grease — — —ÂNLGI No. 2 (Lithium soap base)
Air conditioning system refrigerant — — —ÂFor additional information, see “Vehicle identification” (P.10-8) for air conditioner specifica-
tion label.
ÂHFC-134a (R-134a)
Air conditioning system lubricants — — —ÂNISSAN A/C System Oil ND-OIL8(PAG)
Window washer fluid 4.5 L 1-1/4 gal 1 galÂGenuine NISSAN Windshield Washer Concentrate Cleaner & Antifreeze or equivalent
CAPACITIES AND RECOMMENDED
FLUIDS/LUBRICANTS

11-2
Coolant
Capacities and
recommended fluids/lubricants ........................ 10-2
Changing engine coolant ..................................... 8-6
Checking engine coolant level ............................ 8-5
Corrosion protection .................................................... 7-7
Cruise control .............................................................. 5-58
Fixed speed cruise control (on
ICC system) .......................................................... 5-76
Intelligent Cruise Control (ICC) ....................... 5-60
Cup holders ................................................................. 2-54
CVT, Driving with CVT (Continuously
Variable Transmission) .................................. 5-13, 5-20
D
Daytime Running Lights (DRL) system ................. 2-47
Defroster switch, Rear window and outside
mirror defroster switch .............................................. 2-42
Dimensions and weights .......................................... 10-8
Display
Vehicle information display ................................ 2-18
Drive belt ...................................................................... 8-13
Driving
All-wheel drive (AWD) ....................................... 5-96
Cold weather driving ........................................ 5-110
Driving with CVT (Continuously
Variable Transmission) ....................................... 5-20
Driving with manual transmission .................... 5-25
On-pavement and off-road driving ..................... 5-8
Precautions when starting and driving ............. 5-4
Safety precautions .............................................. 5-10
E
ECO mode switch ..................................................... 2-52ECO mode system .................................................... 5-29
Ambient ECO ....................................................... 5-30
ECO Drive Report ............................................... 5-31
ECO Pedal Guide function ............................... 5-29
Economy, Fuel ............................................................. 5-96
Elapsed time ................................................................ 2-34
Elapsed time and trip odometer ............................. 2-34
Electric power steering .......................................... 5-101
Electric power steering warning light .................... 2-12
Emission control information label ...................... 10-10
Emission control system maintenance .................... 9-8
Emission control system warranty ....................... 10-17
Engine
Before starting the engine ................................ 5-17
Break-in schedule ................................................ 5-95
Capacities and
recommended fluids/lubricants ........................ 10-2
Changing engine coolant ..................................... 8-6
Changing engine oil and filter ............................. 8-6
Checking engine coolant level ............................ 8-5
Checking engine oil level ..................................... 8-6
Coolant temperature gauge ................................. 2-7
Emergency engine shut off ...................... 5-16, 6-3
Engine compartment check locations ............... 8-3
Engine cooling system .......................................... 8-4
Engine oil .................................................................. 8-6
Engine oil and oil filter recommendation ....... 10-5
Engine oil viscosity .............................................. 10-6
Engine serial number .......................................... 10-9
Engine specifications .......................................... 10-7
Engine start operation indicator
(for Continuously Variable Transmission
(CVT) models) ...................................................... 2-28
Engine start operation indicator (for Manual
Transmission (MT) models) ............................... 2-28
If your vehicle overheats .................................... 6-11
Starting the engine .................................. 5-17, 5-18Event Data Recorders (EDR) ............................... 10-19
Exhaust gas (carbon monoxide) ............................... 5-4
Explanation of scheduled maintenance items ....... 9-5
F
F.M.V.S.S./C.M.V.S.S. certification label ............... 10-9
Filter
Air cleaner housing filter .................................... 8-14
Changing engine oil and filter ............................. 8-6
Flashers (See hazard warning flasher switch) ...... 6-2
Flat tire ............................................................................ 6-3
Flat towing ................................................................. 10-15
Floor mat cleaning ........................................................ 7-5
Fluid
Brake and clutch fluid ........................................... 8-9
Capacities and
recommended fluids/lubricants ........................ 10-2
Continuously Variable Transmission
(CVT) fluid ................................................................ 8-9
Engine coolant ........................................................ 8-4
Engine oil .................................................................. 8-6
Window washer fluid .......................................... 8-10
FM-AM radio with Compact Disc (CD) player .... 4-48
FM-AM-SAT radio with Compact Disc (CD)
player (Type A) ............................................................ 4-55
FM-AM-SAT radio with Compact Disc (CD)
player (Type B) ............................................................ 4-63
Fog light switch .......................................................... 2-48
Forward Emergency Braking (FEB) ....................... 5-80
Forward Emergency Braking (FEB) system
warning light ................................................................ 2-12
Forward Emergency Braking (FEB) with
pedestrian detection system ................................... 5-86
Front manual seat adjustment ................................... 1-3
Front passenger air bag and status light ............. 1-47
Front seat, Front seat adjustment ............................ 1-3

Fuel
Capacities and
recommended fluids/lubricants ........................ 10-2
Fuel economy ....................................................... 5-96
Fuel information .................................................... 10-3
Fuel octane rating ............................................... 10-3
Fuel-filler cap ........................................................ 3-27
Fuel-filler door ...................................................... 3-27
Gauge ........................................................................ 2-8
Fuel Efficient Driving Tips ........................................ 5-95
Fuses ............................................................................. 8-18
Fusible links ................................................................. 8-19
G
Gas cap ........................................................................ 3-27
Gauge .............................................................................. 2-5
Engine coolant temperature gauge ................... 2-7
Fuel gauge ............................................................... 2-8
Odometer ................................................................. 2-6
Speedometer ........................................................... 2-6
Tachometer ............................................................... 2-7
General maintenance .................................................. 9-2
Giving voice commands ........................................ 4-100
Glove box ..................................................................... 2-56
H
Hazard warning flasher switch .................................. 6-2
Head restraints/headrests .......................................... 1-6
Headlights
Bulb replacement ................................................ 8-25
Headlight switch .................................................. 2-43
Heated seats ............................................................... 2-50
Heated steering wheel .............................................. 2-49
Heater
Heater and air conditioner operation ............. 4-30High beam assist ........................................................ 2-45
Hill start assist system ........................................... 5-109
Hood release ............................................................... 3-24
Hook
Luggage hook ...................................................... 2-58
Horn ............................................................................... 2-49
I
Ignition switch ............................................................. 5-14
Ignition switch (model without Intelligent
Key system) ................................................................. 5-12
Ignition switch positions ........................................... 5-15
Immobilizer system ..................................................... 2-38
Indicator
Vehicle information display ................................ 2-18
Indicator lights ............................................................. 2-16
Inside mirror ................................................................. 3-31
Inspection/maintenance (I/M) test ....................... 10-18
Instrument brightness control .................................... 2-9
Instrument panel ........................................................... 2-4
Intelligent Cruise Control (ICC) .............................. 5-60
Intelligent Cruise Control (ICC) indicator ............ 2-30
Intelligent Key system ................................................ 3-11
Key operating range ........................................... 3-13
Key operation ........................................................ 3-14
Remote keyless operation ................................. 3-18
Interior light replacement .......................................... 8-27
Interior light switch ..................................................... 2-66
Interior lights ................................................................ 2-65
ISOFIX child restraint ................................................ 1-21
J
Jump starting ................................................................. 6-9
K
Key
Ignition switch (model without Intelligent
Key system) .......................................................... 5-12
Ignition switch positions .................................... 5-15
Key positions ............................................................... 5-14
Keyless entry
(See remote keyless entry system) ................... 3-8
With Intelligent Key system (See Intelligent
Key system) .......................................................... 3-18
Keys ................................................................................. 3-2
For Intelligent Key system ................................. 3-11
L
Labels
Air bag warning labels ....................................... 1-55
Air conditioner specification label ................. 10-10
Emission control information label ................ 10-10
Engine serial number .......................................... 10-9
F.M.V.S.S./C.M.V.S.S. certification label ........ 10-9
Tire and Loading information label .... 8-30, 10-10
Vehicle identification number (VIN) ................ 10-8
Lane Departure Prevention (LDP) .......................... 5-36
Lane Departure Warning (LDW) ............................ 5-31
LATCH system ............................................................ 1-21
License plate, Installing front license plate ....... 10-11
Liftgate
Liftgate release lever .......................................... 3-26
Operating manual liftgate .................................. 3-25
Light
Air bag warning light .......................................... 1-56
Bulb replacement ................................................ 8-25
Fog light switch ................................................... 2-48
Headlight switch .................................................. 2-43
Headlights bulb replacement ........................... 8-25
11-3

11-6
Audio control steering wheel switch .............. 4-74
Autolight switch ................................................... 2-43
Blind Spot Warning (BSW) switch ................ 2-51
Fog light switch ................................................... 2-48
Hazard warning flasher switch ............................ 6-2
Headlight switch .................................................. 2-43
Ignition switch ...................................................... 5-12
Lane Departure Prevention (LDP) switch .... 2-51
Power door lock switch ........................................ 3-7
Rear window and outside mirror
defroster switch ................................................... 2-42
Turn signal switch ................................................ 2-48
Vehicle dynamic control (VDC) off switch .... 2-52
T
Tachometer ..................................................................... 2-7
Temperature gauge, Engine coolant
temperature gauge ....................................................... 2-7
Theft (NISSAN Vehicle Immobilizer System) ,
Engine start .................................................................. 2-38
Three-way catalyst ....................................................... 5-5
Tilt/telescopic steering .............................................. 3-29
Tire pressure, Low tire pressure warning light .... 2-13
Tires
Flat tire ...................................................................... 6-3
Low tire pressure warning system ..................... 5-5
Tire and Loading information label .... 8-30, 10-10
Tire chains ............................................................. 8-36
Tire dressing ............................................................ 7-4
Tire pressure ......................................................... 8-29
Tire pressure monitoring
system (TPMS) .............................................. 5-5, 6-3
Tire rotation ........................................................... 8-37
Types of tires ........................................................ 8-35
Uniform tire quality grading ............................. 10-16
Wheel/tire size ..................................................... 10-7Wheels and tires ................................................. 8-29
Touch screen ................................................................. 4-4
Towing
Tow truck towing ................................................. 6-13
Towing a trailer ................................................... 10-14
TPMS, Tire pressure monitoring system ................ 5-5
TPMS with Easy Fill Tire Alert ............................ 5-7
TPMS, Tire pressure warning system ..................... 6-3
Trailer towing ............................................................ 10-14
Transmission
Continuously Variable Transmission ............... 5-13
Continuously Variable Transmission
(CVT) fluid ................................................................ 8-9
Driving with CVT (Continuously
Variable Transmission) ....................................... 5-20
Driving with manual transmission .................... 5-25
Transmission shift lever lock release .............. 5-24
Transmitter (See remote keyless entry system) .... 3-8
Transmitter, With Intelligent Key system
(See Intelligent Key system) .................................... 3-18
Traveling or registering in another country........... 10-8
Trip computer .............................................................. 2-34
Trip odometer .............................................................. 2-34
Turn signal switch ....................................................... 2-48
U
Underbody cleaning ..................................................... 7-3
Uniform tire quality grading ................................... 10-16
USB (Universal Serial Bus) connection port ....... 4-72
V
Vanity mirror ................................................................. 3-33
Vanity mirror lights ...................................................... 2-67
Variable voltage control system .............................. 8-13Vehicle
Dimensions and weights ................................... 10-8
Identification number (VIN) ............................... 10-8
Loading information .......................................... 10-11
Recovery (freeing a stuck vehicle) .................. 6-16
Security system .................................................... 2-36
Vehicle dynamic control (VDC) off switch .... 2-52
Vehicle dynamic control (VDC) system ....... 5-104
Vehicle information display ....................................... 2-18
How to use the vehicle information display .... 2-19
Settings .................................................................. 2-19
Startup display ..................................................... 2-19
Vehicle information display warnings
and indicators ....................................................... 2-28
Ventilators ..................................................................... 4-29
Voice Prompt Interrupt .................................. 4-86, 4-94
W
Warning
Hazard warning flasher switch ............................ 6-2
Lights ...................................................................... 2-10
Low tire pressure warning ................................ 2-29
Tire pressure monitoring
system (TPMS) .............................................. 5-5, 6-3
Vehicle information display ................................ 2-18
Warning lights, indicator lights and
audible reminders ................................................ 2-10
Warning labels, Air bag warning labels ................ 1-55
Warning light
Air bag warning light ............................... 1-56, 2-15
Anti-lock braking system (ABS)
warning light ......................................................... 2-10
Brake warning light ............................................. 2-11
Electric power steering warning light ............. 2-12
Electronic parking brake system
warning light ......................................................... 2-12