oil change NISSAN QASHQAI 2017 Owner´s Manual

.Selective Unlock
When this item is turned on, and the door
handle request switch on the driver’s or front
passenger’s side door is pushed, only the
corresponding door is unlocked. All the
doors can be unlocked if the door handle
request switch is pushed again within 1
minute. When this item is turned to off, all
the doors will be unlocked when the door
handle request switch is pushed once. From
the “Locking” menu, select “Selective Un-
lock”. Use the OK
*1to activate or
deactivate this function.
.Auto Door Unlock
The “Auto Door Unlock” feature allows the
customer to customize the auto door unlock
options.
— Ignition OFF
— Shift to Park (for Continuously Variable
Transmission (CVT) models)
— Off
.Answer Bk. Horn (if so equipped)
When the answer back horn is on, the horn
will chirp and the hazard indicators will flash
twice when locking the vehicle with the
Intelligent Key or remote keyless entry
function.Wipers:
.Speed Dependent
The “Speed Dependent” feature can be
activated or deactivated. From the “Wipers”
menu, select “Speed Dependent”. Use the
OK
*1to turn this feature ON or OFF.
.Reverse Link
The “Reverse Link” wiper feature can be set
to be ON or OFF. From the “Wipers” menu,
select “Reverse Link”. Use the OK
*1to
turn this feature ON or OFF.
.Drip wipe
The “Drip wipe” feature can be set to be ON
or OFF. From the “Wipers” menu, select
“Drip wipe”. Use the OK
*1to turn this
feature ON or OFF.
Remote start (if so equipped):
The “Remote start” feature allows user to turn
the remote engine start on or off. When turned
on, the engine can be restarted remotely. For
additional information, refer to “Remote engine
start” (P.3-22) .
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1. Oil and Filter
2. Tire
3. Other
Maintenance
The maintenance mode allows you to set alerts
for the reminding of maintenance intervals. To
change an item:
Select “Maintenance” using the
switch*2
and press OK*1.
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
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2-24Instruments and controls
checking or replacing these items. For sched-
uled maintenance items and intervals, refer to
the “9. Maintenance and schedules” section.
Tire:
This indicator appears when the customer set
distance comes 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, in-
cluding tire pressure checks. See
“Changing wheels and tires”(P.8-37) .
Many factors including tire inflation,
alignment, driving habits and road con-
ditions affect tire wear and when tires
should be replaced. Setting the tire
replacement indicator 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 comes for checking or replacing
maintenance items other than the engine oil, oil
filter and tires. Other maintenance items can
include such things as air filter or tire rotation.
You can set or reset the distance for checking or
replacing the items.
Alarm (if so equipped)
This setting allows the customer to set alarms.
Select “Alarm” using the
button*2and
press OK button
*1.
Timer Alert (if so equipped):
This setting allows the customer to set an alert
to notify the driver that the set time has been
reached.
1. Use the
button*2to select “Timer
Alert”.
2. Press the OK button
*1.
3. To change the timer amount, use the
button*2and the OK button*1to save
the selected time amount.
Navigation (if so equipped):
This setting allows the customer to enable/
disable the alert for navigation in the vehicle
information display.1. Use the
button*2to select “Naviga-
tion”.
2. Press the OK button
*1to turn ON/OFF
the alert.
Phone (if so equipped):
This setting allows the customer to enable/
disable the alert for an incoming call in the
vehicle information display.
1. Use the
button*2to select “Phone”.
2. Press the OK button
*1to turn ON/OFF
the alert.
Mail (if so equipped):
This setting allows the customer to enable/
disable the alert for navigation in the vehicle
information display.
1. Use the
button*2to select “Mail”.
2. Press the OK button
*1to turn ON/OFF
the alert.

10. Low Washer Fluid warning (if so
equipped)
This warning appears when the window washer
fluid is at a low level. Add window washer fluid
as necessary. For additional information, refer to
“Window washer fluid” (P.8-10) .
11. Door/liftgate open warning
This warning appears if any of the doors and/or
the liftgate are open or not closed securely. The
vehicle icon indicates which door or the liftgate
is open on the display.
12. Key System Error: See Owner’s
Manual warning (if so equipped)
This warning appears if there is a malfunction in
the Intelligent Key system.
If this warning appears while the engine is
stopped, the engine cannot be started. If this
warning appears while the engine is running, the
vehicle can be driven. However, it is recom-
mended that you visit a NISSAN dealer for repair
as soon as possible.
13. Loose Fuel Cap warning
This warning appears when the fuel-filler cap is
not tightened correctly after the vehicle has
been refueled. For additional information, refer to
“Fuel-filler cap” (P.3-27) .
14. Tire Pressure Low — Add Air
warning
This warning appears when the low tire pressure
warning light in the meter illuminates and low tire
pressure is detected. The warning appears each
time the ignition switch is placed in the ON
position as long as the low tire pressure warning
light remains illuminated. If this warning appears,
stop the vehicle and adjust the pressure to the
recommended COLD tire pressure shown on
the Tire and Loading Information label. (See
“Low tire pressure warning light” (P.2-13) and
“Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS)” (P.5-
5) .)
15. Low Oil Pressure Stop Vehicle
warning
This warning appears if low engine oil pressure
is detected. If the warning appears during
normal driving, pull off the road in a safe area
and stop the engine immediately. It is recom-
mended that you call a NISSAN dealer.
The low oil pressure warning is not designed to
indicate a low oil level. Use the dipstick to checkthe oil level. (See “Engine oil” (P.8-6) .)
CAUTION
Running the engine with the engine oil
pressure warning displayed could
cause serious damage to the engine.
16. AWD Error: See Owner’s Manual
warning (if so equipped)
This warning appears when the All-Wheel Drive
(AWD) system is not functioning properly while
the engine is running. Reduce vehicle speed and
have the system checked. It is recommended
that you visit a NISSAN dealer for this service.
See “All-Wheel Drive (AWD)” (P.5-96) .
17. AWD High Temp. Stop vehicle
warning (if so equipped)
This warning may appear while trying to free a
stuck vehicle due to increased oil temperature.
The driving mode may change to Two-Wheel
Drive (2WD) . If this warning is displayed, stop
the vehicle with the engine idling, as soon as it is
safe to do so. Then if the warning turns off, you
can continue driving. See “All-Wheel Drive
(AWD)” (P.5-96) .
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chime sounds. The engine will start.
After step 3 is performed, when the ignition
switch is pushed without depressing the brake
pedal, the ignition switch position will change to
ACC.
NOTE:
.When the ignition switch is pushed to
the ON position or the engine is started
by the above procedures, the“Key
Battery Low”warning appears (on the
Vehicle information display) even if the
Intelligent Key is inside the vehicle.
This is not a malfunction. To turn off the
warning, touch the ignition switch with
the Intelligent Key again.
.If the“Key Battery Low”warning ap-
pears (on the Vehicle information dis-
play) , replace the battery as soon as
possible. (See“Intelligent Key battery
replacement”(P.8-23) .).Make sure the area around the vehicle is
clear.
.Check fluid levels such as engine oil, cool-
ant, brake fluid, and window 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 appearance
and condition. Also check tires for proper
inflation.
.Lock all doors.
.Position seat and adjust head restraints.
.Adjust inside and outside mirrors.
.Fasten seat belts and ask all passengers to
do likewise.
.Check the operation of warning lights when
the ignition switch is placed in the ON
position. (See “Warning lights, indicator
lights and audible reminders” (P.2-10) .)1. Apply the parking brake.
2.Continuously Variable Transmission
(CVT) model:
Move the shift lever to the P (Park) or N
(Neutral) position. (P is recommended.)
The starter is designed so that it does not
operate unless the shift lever is in either of
the above positions.
Manual Transmission (MT) model:
Move the shift lever to the N (Neutral)
position, and depress the clutch pedal to
the floor while starting the engine.
3. Crank the enginewith your foot off the
accelerator pedalby turning the ignition
switch to START. Release the switch when
the engine starts. If the engine starts, but
fails to run, repeat the above procedure.
.If the engine is very hard to start in
extremely cold weather or when restart-
ing, depress the accelerator pedal a little
(approximately 1/3 to the floor) and hold
it and then crank the engine. Release the
accelerator pedal when the engine starts.
.If the engine is very hard to start because
it is flooded, depress the accelerator
pedal all the way to the floor and hold it.
Crank the engine for 5 - 6 seconds. After
cranking the engine, release the accel-
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BEFORE STARTING THE ENGINESTARTING THE ENGINE (model
without Intelligent Key system)

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If the “AWD Error” warning*1appears, there
may be a malfunction in the AWD system.
Reduce vehicle speed and have your vehicle
checked by a NISSAN dealer as soon as
possible.
The “AWD High Temp. Stop vehicle” (high
temperature) warning
*2may appear whiletrying to free a stuck vehicle due to increased oil
temperature. The driving mode may change to
Two-Wheel Drive (2WD) . If this warning is
displayed, stop the vehicle with the engine
idling, as soon as it is safe to do so. Then if
the warning turns off, you can continue driving.
The “Tire Size Incorrect” warning
*3may
appear if there is a large difference between
the diameters of front and rear wheels. Pull off
the road in a safe area, with the engine idling.
Check that all tire sizes are the same, that the
tire pressure is correct and that the tires are not
excessively worn. Change the AWD mode
switch to the 2WD mode and do not drive fast.
If any warning message continues to be
displayed, have your vehicle checked by a
NISSAN dealer as soon as possible.
WARNING
.For AWD equipped vehicles, do not
attempt to raise two wheels off the
ground and shift the transmission to
any drive or reverse position with
the engine running. Doing so may
result in drivetrain damage or un-
expected vehicle movement which
could result in serious vehicle da-
mage or personal injury..Do not attempt to test an AWD
equipped vehicle on a 2–wheel
dynamometer (such as the dynam-
ometers used by some states for
emissions testing) or similar equip-
ment even if the other two wheels
are raised off the ground. Make sure
that you inform the test facility
personnel that your vehicle is
equipped with AWD before it is
placed on a dynamometer. Using
the wrong test equipment may re-
sult in drive train damage or unex-
pected vehicle movement which
could result in serious vehicle da-
mage or personal injury.
CAUTION
.Do not operate the engine on a free
roller when any of the wheels
raised.
.The power train may be damaged if
you continue driving with the “AWD
Error” warning on.
.If the warning message remains on
after the above operation, have your
vehicle checked as soon as possi-
Starting and driving5-97

AWD mode Wheels driven AWD LOCK indicator lightUse conditions
AUTODistribution of torque to the
front and rear wheels changes
automatically, depending on
road conditions encountered
[ratio; 100 : 0/?50 : 50].
This results in improved driv-
ing stability.*1-For driving on paved or
slippery roads
LOCK All-Wheel Drive (AWD) *2*3*
For driving on rough
roads
*1: When the rotation difference between the front
and rear wheels is large, the AWD mode may
change from AUTO to LOCK for a while,
however, this is not a malfunction.
*2: The LOCK mode will change to the AUTO mode
automatically when the vehicle has been driven
at a high speed. The AWD LOCK indicator light
turns off.
*3: The LOCK mode will automatically be cancelled
when the ignition switch is placed in the OFF
position.
.The AWD torque distribution between the
front and rear wheels can be displayed in the
vehicle information display. See “Vehicle
information display” (P.2-18) .
.If the AWD LOCK switch is operated while
accelerating or decelerating, or if the ignition
switch is turned off, you may feel a jolt. This
is normal.
.The oil temperature of the powertrain parts
will increase if the vehicle is continuously
operated under conditions where the differ-
ence in rotation between the front and rear
wheels is large (wheel slip) , such as when
driving the vehicle on rough roads, through
sand or mud, or freeing a stuck vehicle. In
these cases, the master warning light
illuminates and the AWD mode changes to
2WD to protect the powertrain parts. Stop
driving with the engine idling and wait until
the warning light turns off and the AWDreturns to the AUTO mode. If the warning
light remains on, have your vehicle checked
as soon as possible. It is recommended that
you visit a NISSAN dealer for this service.
WARNING
.When driving straight, shift the AWD
LOCK switch to AUTO. Do not oper-
ate the AWD LOCK switch when
making a turn or backing up.
.Do not operate the AWD LOCK
switch with the front wheel spin-
ning.
.Engine idling speed is high while
warming up the engine. Be espe-
cially careful when starting or driv-
ing on slippery surfaces.
.When turning the vehicle in LOCK
mode on paved roads, you may feel
a braking effect. This is a normal
condition of the AWD model.
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finish or leave swirl marks.
REMOVING SPOTS
Remove tar and oil spots, industrial dust,
insects, and tree sap as quickly as possible
from the paint surface to avoid lasting damage
or staining. Special cleaning products are
available at a NISSAN dealer or any automotive
accessory stores. It is recommended that you
visit a NISSAN dealer for these products.
UNDERBODY
In areas where road salt is used in winter, the
underbody must be cleaned regularly. This will
prevent dirt and salt from building up and
causing the acceleration of corrosion on the
underbody and suspension. Before the winter
period and again in the spring, the underseal
must be checked and, if necessary, re-treated.
GLASS
Use glass cleaner to remove smoke and dust
film from the glass surfaces. It is normal for glass
to become coated with a film after the vehicle is
parked in the hot sun. Glass cleaner and a soft
cloth will easily remove this film.
CAUTION
When cleaning the inside of the win-
dows, do not use sharp-edged tools,
abrasive cleaners or chlorine-based
disinfectant cleaners. They could da-
mage the electrical conductors, radio
antenna elements or rear window
defroster elements.
WHEELS
Wash the wheels when washing the vehicle to
maintain their appearance.
.Clean the inner side of the wheels when the
wheel is changed or the underside of the
vehicle is washed.
.Inspect wheel rims regularly for dents or
corrosion. Such damage may cause loss of
pressure or poor seal at the tire bead.
.NISSAN recommends that the road wheels
be waxed to protect against road salt in
areas where it is used during winter.
CAUTION
Do not use abrasive cleaners when
washing the wheels.
ALUMINUM ALLOY WHEELS
Wash regularly with a sponge dampened in a
mild soap solution, especially during winter
months in areas where road salt is used. Salt
could discolor the wheels if not removed.
CAUTION
Follow the directions below to avoid
staining or discoloring the wheels:
.Do not use a cleaner that uses
strong acid or alkali contents to
clean the wheels.
.Do not apply wheel cleaners to the
wheels when they are hot. The
wheel temperature should be the
same as ambient temperature.
.Rinse the wheel to completely re-
move the cleaner within 15 minutes
after the cleaner is applied.
CHROME PARTS
Clean chrome parts regularly with a non-
abrasive chrome polish to maintain the finish.
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8-6Do-it-yourself
service.
CHANGING ENGINE COOLANT
A NISSAN dealer can change the engine
coolant. The service procedure can be found
in the NISSAN Service Manual.
Improper servicing can result in reduced
heater performance and engine overheat-
ing.
WARNING
.To avoid being scalded, never
change the coolant when the engine
is hot.
.Never remove the radiator or cool-
ant reservoir cap when the engine is
hot. Serious burns could be caused
by high pressure fluid escaping from
the radiator.
.Avoid direct skin contact with used
coolant. If skin contact is made,
wash thoroughly with soap or hand
cleaner as soon as possible.
.Keep coolant out of the reach of
children and pets.
Engine coolant must be disposed of properly.
Check your local regulations.SDI1993
CHECKING ENGINE OIL LEVEL
1. Park the vehicle on a level surface and apply
the parking brake.
2. Run the engine until it reaches operating
temperature.
3. Turn off the engine.Wait more than 10
minutes for the oil to drain back into
the oil pan.
4. Remove the dipstick and wipe it clean.
Reinsert it all the way.
5. Remove the dipstick again and check the oil
level. It should be within the range
*C. If the
oil level is below
*A, remove the oil filler
cap and pour recommended oil through theopening.Do not overfill
*B.
6. Recheck oil level with the dipstick.
It is normal to add some oil between oil
maintenance intervals or during the break-
in period, depending on the severity of
operating conditions.
CAUTION
Oil level should be checked regularly.
Operating the engine with an insuffi-
cient amount of oil can damage the
engine, and such damage is not cov-
ered by the warranty.
CHANGING ENGINE OIL AND FILTER
WARNING
.Used oil must be disposed of prop-
erly. Never pour or dump oil into the
ground, canals, rivers, etc. It should
be disposed of at proper waste
facilities. NISSAN recommends hav-
ing your oil changed by a NISSAN
dealer.
.Be careful not to burn yourself, as
the engine oil may be hot.
ENGINE OIL

8-8Do-it-yourself
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1. Oil filler cap
2. Oil drain plug
3. Oil filter
Engine oil and filter
1. Place a large drain pan under the drain plug.
2. Remove the oil filler cap.
3. Remove the drain plug with a wrench and
completely drain the oil.
CAUTION
Be careful not to burn yourself, as the
engine oil is hot.
.Waste oil must be disposed of
properly.
.Check your local regulations.
(Perform steps 4 to 7 only when the engine
oil filter change is needed.)
4. Loosen the oil filter with an oil filter wrench.
Remove the oil filter by turning it by hand.
5. Wipe the engine oil filter mounting surface
with a clean rag.
CAUTION
Be sure to remove any old gasket
material remaining on the mounting
surface of the engine. Failure to do so
could lead to engine damage.
6. Coat the gasket on the new filter with clean
engine oil.
7. Screw in the oil filter clockwise until a slight
resistance is felt, then tighten additionally
more than 2/3 turn.
Oil filter tightening torque:
11 to 15 ft-lb
(14.7 to 20.5 N·m)
8. Clean and re-install the drain plug with a
new washer. Securely tighten the drain plug
with a wrench.Drain plug tightening torque:
22 to 29 ft-lb
(29 to 39 N·m)
Do not use excessive force.
9. Refill the engine with the recommended oil
through the oil filler opening, and install the
oil filler cap securely.
See “Capacities and recommended fluids/
lubricants” (P.10-2) for drain and refill
capacity. The drain and refill capacity
depends on the oil temperature and drain
time. Use these specifications for reference
only. Always use the dipstick to determine
the proper amount of oil in the engine.
10. Start the engine and check for leakage
around the drain plug and the oil filter.
Correct as required.
11. Turn the engine off and wait more than 10
minutes. Check the oil level with the dipstick.
Add engine oil if necessary.
After the operation
1. Lower the vehicle carefully to the ground.
2. Dispose of waste oil and filter properly.

9-12Maintenance and schedules
MAINTENANCE OPERATION
Perform at 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
Brake lines and cables I I I I I I
Brake pads and rotors$II II I I
Brake fluid$RR R
CVT fluid See NOTE (1)
II II II
Manual Transmission gear oil See NOTE (2) I I I I I I
Transfer fluid and differential gear
oilSee NOTE (2) I I I I I I
Steering gear and linkage, axle
and suspension parts$II I
Tire rotation See NOTE (3)
Propeller shaft (AWD) and drive
shaft boots$II II I I
Exhaust system$
III
In-cabin microfilter R R R R
Intelligent Key battery R R R R
NOTE:
Maintenance items with“$”should be
performed more frequently according to
“Maintenance under severe driving condi-
tions”(P.9-13) .
(1) If using a car-top carrier, or driving onrough or muddy roads, inspect CVT fluid
deterioration at NISSAN dealer every
60,000 miles (96,000 km) , then change
CVT fluid if necessary. And if the inspec-
tion is not performed, change (not just
inspect) CVT fluid every 60,000 miles
(96,000 km) .(2) If using a car-top carrier, or driving on
rough or muddy roads, change (not just
inspect) oil at every 20,000 miles (32,000
km) or 24 months.
(3) Refer to“Tire rotation”under“General
maintenance”(P.9-2) .