engine coolant NISSAN QASHQAI 2018 Owner´s Manual

9-4Maintenance and schedules
Steering wheel:Check for changes in the
steering conditions, such as excessive
free play, hard steering or strange noises.
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 prop-
erly and in sufficient quantity when oper-
ating 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 tempera-
tures 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 dis-
charge and potential no-start condi-
tions such as: 1.
Installation or extended use of elec-
tronic 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, im-
mediately have the exhaust system in-
spected. It is recommended you visit a
NISSAN dealer for this service. (See “Pre-
cautions 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 immedi-
ately.
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
exposed to corrosive substances such as
those used on icy roads or to control
dust. It is very important to remove these
substances, otherwise 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 accumulate. For additional informa-
tion, 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 schedule 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 op-
eration. Refer to “General maintenance”
(P.9-2).
Items marked with “*” are recommended
by NISSAN for reliable vehicle operation.
You are not required to perform main-
tenance 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 flush-
ing systems and strongly advises
against performing these services on a
NISSAN product. Many of the aftermar-
ket flushing systems use non-OEM ap-
proved chemicals or solvents, the use of
which has not been validated by
NISSAN.For recommended fuel, lubricants,
fluids, grease, and refrigerant, refer to
“Capacities and recommended fluids/
lubricants” (P.10-2) of this manual.
EMISSION CONTROL SYSTEM MAIN-
TENANCE
Drive belt*:
Check engine drive belt for wear, fraying
or cracking and for proper tension. Re-
place any damaged drive belt.
Engine air filter:
Replace at specified intervals. When driv-
ing for prolonged periods in dusty condi-
tions, 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 equiva-
lent with the proper mixture. (Refer to
“Engine cooling system” (P.8-4) to deter-
mine 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 coolant.
Engine oil and oil filter:
Replace engine oil and oil filter at the
specified intervals. For recommended oil
grade and viscosity 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
necessary.
Fuel filter
Periodic maintenance is not required (in-
tank type filter).
Fuel lines*:
Check the fuel hoses, piping and connec-
tions 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,
kilometers or months,
whichever comes first.Miles × 1,000
(km × 1,000) Months MAINTENANCE INTERVAL
5
(8) 6 10
(16) 12 15
(24) 18 20
(32) 24 25
(40) 30 30
(48) 36 35
(56) 42 40
(64) 48 45
(72) 54 50
(80) 60 55
(88) 66 60
(96) 72
Drive belt See NOTE (1) I*I* I*
Air cleaner filter See NOTE (2) RR
EVAP vapor lines I*I* I*
Fuel lines I*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
clearance* See NOTE (7)

MAINTENANCE OPERATION
Perform at number of miles,
kilometers or months,
whichever comes first.Miles × 1,000
(km × 1,000) Months MAINTENANCE INTERVAL
65
(104) 78 70
(112) 84 75
(120) 90 80
(128) 96 85
(136) 102 90
(144) 108 95
(152) 114 100
(160) 120 105
(168) 126 110
(176) 132 115
(184) 138 120
(192) 144
Drive belt See NOTE (1) I* I* I* I* I* I*
Air cleaner filter See NOTE (2) R R
EVAP vapor lines I* I* I*
Fuel lines I* 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
clearance* 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 belt if found damaged.
(2) If operating mainly in dusty condi-
tions, more frequent maintenance may
be required.
(3) Periodic maintenance is not re-
quired.
(4) First replacement interval is 105,000 miles (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 dis-
tilled water. Mixing any other type of
coolant or the use of non-distilled water
may reduce the life expectancy of the
factory fill coolant.
(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 re-
quired. However, if valve noise in-
creases, inspect valve clearance.
*: Maintenance items and intervals with
“*” are recommended by NISSAN for
reliable vehicle operation. The owner
does not need to perform such main-
tenance in order to maintain the emis-
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
Measure US
Measure Imperial
Measure
Fuel 55 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.
 If 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
information, 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
 NISSAN 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
 If 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 ac-
cording to the instructions in the “8. Do-it-yourself” section. Â
Genuine 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 — — — ÂSee “Vehicle identification” (P.10-8) for air conditioner specification label.
 HFC-134a (R-134a) or HFO-1234yf (R-1234yf)
Air conditioning system lubricants — — — ÂSee “Vehicle identification” (P.10-8) for air conditioner specification label.
 A/C System Oil ND-OIL8(PAG) or ND-OIL12(PAG) or equivalent
Window washer fluid 4.5 L 1-1/4 gal 1 gal ÂGenuine NISSAN Windshield Washer Concentrate Cleaner & Antifreeze or
equivalent
CAPACITIES AND RECOMMENDED
FLUIDS/LUBRICANTS

11-2
Continuously Variable Transmission
(CVT) fluid........................................................................\
....... 8-9
Continuously Variable Transmission (CVT)
position indicator ............................................................ 2-9
Control buttons and function ............................... 4-3
Controls, Steering wheel
audio controls ................................................................ 4-75
CoolantCapacities and
recommended fluids/lubricants............... 10-2
Changing engine coolant ................................. 8-6
Checking engine coolant level...................... 8-5
Corrosion protection .................................................... 7-7
Cruise control ................................................................. 5-60 Fixed speed cruise control (on
ICC system)................................................................ 5-78
Intelligent Cruise Control (ICC) .................. 5-62
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 Cold weather driving ..................................... 5-113
Driving with CVT (Continuously
Variable Transmission)..................................... 5-20
Driving with manual transmission.......... 5-25
Intelligent 4x4 ..................................................... 5-100
On-pavement and off-road driving .......... 5-8 Precautions when starting
and driving.................................................................... 5-4
Safety precautions .............................................. 5-10
E
ECO mode switch........................................................ 2-52
ECO mode system ...................................................... 5-29
Ambient ECO............................................................ 5-30
ECO Drive Report.................................................. 5-31
ECO Pedal Guide function ............................. 5-30
Economy, Fuel............................................................. 5-100
Elapsed time.................................................................... 2-34
Elapsed time and trip odometer..................... 2-34
Electric power steering........................................ 5-105
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 ................................................ 5-99
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.............................. 5-18, 5-19
Event 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 ................................ 8-15
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
Front manual seat adjustment ............................ 1-3
Front passenger air bag and
status light........................................................................\
1-48
Front seat, Front seat adjustment .................... 1-3
FuelCapacities and
recommended fluids/lubricants............... 10-2
Fuel economy...................................................... 5-100
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...................................... 5-99
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...................................... 4-101
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....................................... 4-30
High beam assist ......................................................... 2-45
Hill start assist system ......................................... 5-113
Hood release ................................................................... 3-24
Hook Luggage hook ......................................................... 2-57
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 4x4 ............................................................. 5-100
Intelligent Around View® Monitor................... 4-14
Intelligent Auto Headlight system ................. 2-43
Intelligent Cruise Control (ICC) ......................... 5-62 Intelligent Cruise Control
(ICC) indicator ................................................................. 2-31
Intelligent Engine Brake ...................................... 5-111
Intelligent Key system ............................................. 3-11
Key operating range .......................................... 3-13
Key operation .......................................................... 3-14
Remote keyless operation ............................ 3-18
Intelligent Lane Intervention (I-LI) .................. 5-37
Intelligent Trace Control..................................... 5-110
Interior light replacement..................................... 8-27
Interior light switch.................................................... 2-65
Interior lights................................................................... 2-65
ISOFIX child restraint ................................................ 1-22
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
LabelsAir bag warning labels ..................................... 1-56
Air conditioner specification label....... 10-10
11-3

11-6
Siri® Eyes Free ................................................................ 4-79
Soft bottle holders...................................................... 2-54
Spare tire............................................................. 8-40, 10-7
Spark plugs....................................................................... 8-14
Speedometer ...................................................................... 2-6
SRSPrecautions on SRS ............................................ 1-40
Standard maintenance ............................................... 9-7
Starting Before starting the engine............................ 5-17
Jump starting ............................................................. 6-9
Precautions when starting
and driving.................................................................... 5-4
Push starting............................................................ 6-11
Starting the engine.............................. 5-18, 5-19
Status light, Front passenger air bag ......... 1-48
Steering Electric power steering................................ 5-105
Heated steering wheel ..................................... 2-49
Steering wheel switch for
audio controls ......................................................... 4-75
Tilt/telescopic steering .................................... 3-29
Storage ........................................................................\
........ 2-54
Sun visors ........................................................................\
.. 3-30
Sunglasses holder....................................................... 2-56
Supplemental air bag warning labels ......... 1-56
Supplemental air bag
warning light .................................................... 1-57, 2-15
Supplemental Restraint System (SRS) ........ 1-40
Switch Audio control steering wheel switch ..... 4-75
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
Intelligent 4x4 LOCK switch ........................ 2-52 Intelligent Auto Headlight switch ............ 2-43
Intelligent Lane Intervention (I-LI)
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......................................................... 5-4
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................................ 8-31, 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 ........................................................ 10-7
Wheels 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............................................................ 4-74
V
Vanity mirror ................................................................... 3-33
Vanity mirror lights .................................................... 2-67
Variable voltage control system ..................... 8-13