brake fluid NISSAN QUEST 2005 V42 / 3.G User Guide

1. Power steering fluid reservoir
2. Engine oil filler cap
3. Brake fluid reservoir
4. Air cleaner
5. Battery
6. Fuse/fusible link box
7. Transmission dipstick
8. Engine oil dipstick
9. Radiator cap
10. Fuse block
11. Windshield washer fluid reservoir
12. Engine coolant reservoir
NOTE:
Engine cover removed for clarity.
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ENGINE COMPARTMENT CHECK
LOCATIONS
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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
cTo avoid the danger of being scalded,
never change the coolant when the en-
gine is hot.
cNever remove the radiator cap when the
engine is hot. Serious burns could be
caused by high pressure fluid escaping
from the radiator.
cAvoid direct skin contact with used
coolant. If skin contact is made, wash
thoroughly with soap or hand cleaner
as soon as possible.
cKeep coolant out of the reach of chil-
dren and pets.
Engine coolant must be disposed of properly.
Check your local regulations.
CHECKING ENGINE OIL LEVEL
1. Park the vehicle on a level surface and apply
the parking brake.
2. Start the engine and let it idle 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. Re-
insert it all the way.5. Remove the dipstick again and check the oil
level. It should be between the H (High) and
L (Low) markssB. This is the normal oper-
ating oil level range. If the oil level is below
the L (Low) mark
sA, remove the oil filler cap
and pour recommended oil through the
opening.Do not overfill
sC.
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.
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WARNING
cWhen the engine is running, keep
hands, jewelry and clothing away from
any moving parts such as the cooling
fan and drive belts.
cAutomatic transmission fluid is poison-
ous and should be stored carefully in
marked containers out of the reach of
children.
TEMPERATURE CONDITIONS FOR
CHECKING
cThe fluid level should be checked using the
HOT range on the dipstick after the following
conditions have been met:
– The engine should be warmed up to op-
erating temperature.
– The vehicle should be driven at least 5
minutes.
– The automatic transmission fluid should
be warmed to 122 - 176°F (50 - 80°C) .cThe fluid can be checked at fluid tempera-
tures of 86 - 122°F (30 - 50°C) using the
COLD range on the dipstick after the engine
is warmed up and before driving. However,
the fluid should be re-checked using the
HOT range.
1. Park the vehicle on a level surface and set
the parking brake.
2. Start the engine and then move the shift
selector lever through each gear range, end-
ing in P (Park) .
3. Check the fluid level with the engine idling.
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The fluid level should be checked using the HOT
MAX range on the power steering fluid reservoir
at fluid temperatures of 122° - 176°F (50° -
80°C) or using the COLD MAX range on the
power steering fluid reservoir at fluid tempera-
tures of 32° - 86°F (0° - 30°C) .
If the fluid is below the MIN line, add Genuine
NISSAN PSF fluid. Remove the cap and fill
through the opening.
CAUTION
cDO NOT OVERFILL.
cRecommended fluid is Genuine
NISSAN PSF or equivalent.For further brake fluid specification information,
refer to “Capacities and recommended
fuel/lubricants” in the “Technical and consumer
information” section of this manual.
WARNING
Use only new fluid from a sealed con-
tainer. Old, inferior or contaminated fluid
may damage the brake system. The use of
improper fluids can damage the brake
system and affect the vehicle’s stopping
ability.
CAUTION
Do not spill the fluid on any painted sur-
faces. This will damage the paint. If fluid is
spilled, immediately wash the surface
with water.BRAKE FLUID
Check the brake fluid level in the reservoir. If the
fluid level is below the MIN line or the brake
warning light comes on, add Genuine NISSAN
Super Heavy Duty Brake Fluid or equivalentDOT
3fluid up to the MAX line. If fluid must be added
frequently, the system should be checked by a
NISSAN dealer.
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The following are approximate capacities. The actual refill capacities may be a little different. When refilling, follow the procedure
described in the “Maintenance and do-it-yourself” section to determine the proper refill capacity.
Capacity (Approximate) Recommended Fluids and Lubricants
US measure Imp measure Liter
Fuel 20.1 gal 16-3/4 gal 76 Unleaded gasoline with an octane rating of at least 87 AKI (RON 91)*1
Engine oil *8
Drain and Refill
With oil filter change 4-1/4 qt 3-1/2 qt 4.0 • API Certification Mark *2 *3
• API grade SL, Energy Conserving *2 *3
• ILSAC grade GF-III*2 *3 Without oil filter change 3-7/8 qt 3-1/4 qt 3.7
Cooling system
With reservoir 2-3/4 gal 2-3/8 gal 10.5 50% Genuine NISSAN Long Life Antifreeze/Coolant or equivalent
50% Demineralized or distilled water
Automatic transmission fluid Refill to the proper level according to the instructions
in the “Maintenance and do-it-yourself” section.
4 SpeedGenuine Nissan Matic D ATF (Continental U.S. and Alaska) or Canada NISSAN Automatic
Transmission Fluid.*4
5 SpeedGenuine Nissan Matic K ATF *5
Power steering fluid (PSF)Genuine NISSAN PSF or equivalent.*9
Brake fluidGenuine NISSAN Super Heavy Duty Brake Fluid*6 or equivalent DOT 3 (US FMVSS No. 116)
Multi-purpose grease — — — NLGI No. 2 (Lithium Soap base)
Air conditioning system refrigerant — — — HFC-134a (R-134a)*7
Air conditioning system lubricants — — — NISSAN A/C System Lubricant Type S (DH-PS) or equivalent*7
Windshield washer fluid (shared between
front and rear wipers)1-1/4 gal 1 gal 4.5 Genuine NISSAN Windshield Washer Concentrate Cleaner & Antifreeze or equivalent
*1: For further details, see “Fuel recommendation.”
*2: For further details, see “Engine oil and oil filter recommendations.”
*3: For further details, see “Recommended SAE engine oil viscosity.”
*4: DEXRON™ III/MERCON™ or equivalent may also be used. Outside the Continental United States and Alaska contact a NISSAN dealership for more information regarding suitable fluids, including
recommended brand(s) of DEXRON™ III/MERCON™ Automatic Transmission Fluid.
*5: Using automatic transmission fluid other than Genuine Nissan Matic K ATF will cause deterioration in driveability and automatic transmission durability, and may damage the automatic transmission,
which is not covered by the NISSAN new vehicle warranty.
*6: Available in mainland USA through your NISSAN dealer.
*7: For further details, see “Air conditioner specification label.”
*8: For further details, see “Changing engine oil.”
*9: For Canada, NISSAN Automatic Transmission Fluid (ATF) , DEXRON™ III/MERCON™, or equivalent ATF may also be used.
CAPACITIES AND RECOMMENDED
FUEL/LUBRICANTS
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cAvoid towing a trailer for your vehicle’s first
500 miles (805 km) .
cFor the first 500 miles that you do tow, do
not drive over 50 MPH (80 km/h) .
cHave your vehicle serviced more often than
at intervals specified in the recommended
Maintenance Schedule in the “NISSAN Ser-
vice and Maintenance Guide”.
cWhen making a turn, your trailer wheels will
be closer to the inside of the turn than your
vehicle wheels. To compensate for this,
make a larger than normal turning radius
during the turn.
cCrosswinds and rough roads will adversely
affect vehicle/trailer handling, possibly caus-
ing vehicle sway. When being passed by
larger vehicles, be prepared for possible
changes in crosswinds that could affect ve-
hicle handling. If swaying does occur, firmly
grip the steering wheel, steer straight ahead,
and immediately (but gradually) reduce ve-
hicle speed. This combination will help sta-
bilize the vehicle. Never increase speed.
cBe careful when passing other vehicles.
Passing while towing a trailer requires con-
siderably more distance than normal pass-
ing. Remember, the length of the trailer mustalso pass the other vehicle before you can
safely change lanes.
cTo maintain engine braking efficiency and
electrical charging performance, do not use
5th gear (manual transmission) or overdrive
(automatic transmission) .
cAvoid holding the brake pedal down too long
or too frequently. This could cause the
brakes to overheat, resulting in reduced
braking efficiency.
cIncrease your following distance to allow for
greater stopping distances while towing a
trailer. Anticipate stops and brake gradually.
cDo not use cruise control while towing a
trailer.
cCheck your hitch, trailer wiring harness con-
nections, and trailer wheel lug nuts after 50
miles (80 km) of travel and at every break.
cWhen stopped in traffic for long periods of
time in hot weather, put the vehicle in the P
(Park) position.
When towing a trailer, transmission
oil/fluid should be changed more fre-
quently. For additional information, see the
“Maintenance and do-it-yourself” section
earlier in this manual.FLAT TOWING
Towing your vehicle with all four wheels on the
ground is sometimes called flat towing. This
method is sometimes used when towing a vehicle
behind a recreational vehicle, such as a motor
home.
CAUTION
cFailure to follow these guidelines can
result in severe transmission damage.
cWhenever flat towing your vehicle, al-
ways tow forward, never backward.
cDO NOT tow any automatic transmis-
sion vehicle with all four wheels on the
ground (flat towing) . Doing so WILL
DAMAGE internal transmission parts
due to lack of transmission lubrication.
cFor emergency towing procedures refer
to “Towing recommended by NISSAN”
in the “In case of emergency” section of
this manual.
Automatic Transmission
To tow a vehicle equipped with an automatic
transmission, an appropriate vehicle dollyMUST
be placed under the towed vehicle’s drive
wheels.Alwaysfollow the dolly manufacturer’s
recommendations when using their product.
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10 Index
A
Active head restraint...............1-8
Adjusting pedal position............3-20
Air bag
(See supplemental restraint
system).....................1-48
Air bag system
Front (See supplemental front impact
air bag system)...............1-55
Side and curtain (See supplemental side
air bag and curtain side-impact air bag
system)...................1-60
Air bag warning labels.............1-62
Air bag warning light...........1-63, 2-10
Air cleaner housing filter............8-17
Air conditioner
Air conditioner operation..........4-21
Air conditioner service...........4-31
Air conditioner specification label.....9-11
Air conditioner system refrigerant and
lubrication recommendations........9-6
Heater and air conditioner
controls................4-18, 4-28
Rear seat air conditioner..........4-30
Servicing air conditioner..........4-31
Air flow charts..................4-22
Alarm system
(See vehicle security system).........2-13
Anchor point locations.............1-39
Antenna.....................4-44Anti-lock brake system (ABS).........5-16
Anti-lock brake warning light..........2-7
Audible reminders................2-13
Audio system..................4-31
AM-FM-SAT radio with compact disc (CD)
changer...................4-35
AM-FM-SAT radio with compact disc (CD)
player....................4-35
Compact Disc (CD) changer.......4-39
Compact disc (CD) player.........4-38
Radio....................4-31
Rear audio controls.............4-43
Steering wheel audio control switch. . . .4-42
Autolight switch.................2-19
Automatic
Automatic drive positioner.........3-24
Automatic power window switch.....2-39
Automatic transmission fluid (ATF). . . .8-11
Automatic transmission position indicator
light.....................2-10
Driving with automatic transmission.....5-7
Transmission selector lever lock release . .5-9
Automatic anti-glare inside mirror.......3-22
B
Back door....................3-14
Back door release...............3-17
Battery......................8-14
Charge warning light.............2-8Battery replacement
(See remote keyless entry system)......8-25
Before starting the engine............5-6
Belts (See drive belts).............8-16
Bench seat adjustment (3rd row). . . .1-8, 1-12
Brake
Anti-lock brake system (ABS).......5-16
Brake booster................8-23
Brake fluid..................8-13
Brake light (See stop light).........8-27
Brake pedal.................8-22
Brake system................5-16
Brake warning light..............2-8
Brake wear indicators........2-13, 8-22
Parking brake check............8-22
Parking brake operation..........5-11
Self-adjusting brakes............8-22
Break-in schedule................5-13
Brightness control
Instrument panel..............2-21
Brightness/Contrast button........4-7, 4-17
Control panel buttons.........4-7, 4-17
Bulb check/instrument panel..........2-7
Bulb replacement................8-27
C
Capacities and recommended
fuel/lubricants...................9-2
Captain’s chair adjustment (2nd row)......1-6
Car phone or CB radio.............4-54
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Floor mat positioning aid.............7-4
Fluid
Automatic transmission fluid (ATF). . . .8-11
Brake fluid..................8-13
Capacities and recommended
fuel/lubricants.................9-2
Engine coolant................8-7
Engine oil...................8-8
Power steering fluid.............8-13
Window washer fluid............8-14
F.M.V.S.S. certification label..........9-10
Fog light switch.................2-22
Front air bag system
(See supplemental restraint system).....1-55
Front seats....................1-2
Fuel
Capacities and recommended
fuel/lubricants.................9-2
Fuel economy................5-14
Fuel filler cap................3-19
Fuel filler lid.................3-19
Fuel filler lid and cap............3-18
Fuel gauge..................2-5
Fuel octane rating..............9-4
Fuel recommendation............9-3
FUEL ECON button............4-4, 4-10
Fuel Econ button
Control panel buttons.........4-4, 4-10
Fuses......................8-23
Fusible links...................8-24
G
Garage door opener, HomeLinkTUniversal
Transceiver...................2-45Garment hook..................2-36
Gascap.....................3-19
Gauge
Engine coolant temperature gauge.....2-5
Fuel gauge..................2-5
Odometer...................2-4
Speedometer.................2-4
Tachometer..................2-4
Trip odometer.................2-4
General maintenance..............8-2
Glove box....................2-30
Glove box lock.................2-30
Grocery hooks.................2-32
H
Hazard warning flasher switch.........2-22
Head restraints..................1-9
Active head restraint.............1-8
Headlight and turn signal switch........2-18
Headlights....................8-26
Headphones
(See DVD entertainment system).......4-47
Headrest storage................2-37
Heated seats..................2-23
Heater
Heater and air conditioner
controls................4-18, 4-28
Heater operation...........4-20, 4-29
Rear seat air conditioner..........4-30
HomeLinkTUniversal Transceiver.......2-45
Hood release..................3-13
Horn.......................2-23I
Ignition switch..................5-5
Immobilizer system..........2-15, 3-2, 5-6
Important vehicle information label.......9-10
In-cabin microfilter...............8-18
Increasing fuel economy............5-14
Indicator lights and audible reminders
(See warning/indicator lights and audible
reminders).....................2-7
Inside automatic anti-glare mirror.......3-22
Inside mirror...................3-22
Instrument brightness control.........2-21
Instrument panel.................2-2
Interior lights
(see Lights on demand switch)........2-43
ISOFIX child restraints.............1-36
J
Jump starting...................6-7
K
Key ........................3-2
Keyless entry system
(See remote keyless entry system).......3-9
L
Labels
Air conditioner specification label.....9-11
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Emission control information label.....9-10
Engine serial number............9-10
F.M.V.S.S. certification label........9-10
Vehicle identification number (VIN) plate . .9-9
Warning labels (for SRS)..........1-62
LATCH (Lower Anchors and Tethers for CHildren)
System......................1-36
License plate
Installing the license plate.........9-11
Light
Air bag warning light.........1-63, 2-10
Brake light (See stop light).........8-27
Bulb check/instrument panel........2-7
Bulb replacement..............8-27
Charge warning light.............2-8
Cornering light...............2-22
Fog light switch...............2-22
Headlight and turn signal switch......2-18
Headlights..................8-26
Light bulbs..................8-26
Low tire pressure warning light.......2-9
Low washer fluid warning light.......2-10
Passenger air bag and status light.....2-12
Personal lights...............2-44
Security indicator light...........2-12
Warning/indicator lights and audible
reminders...................2-7
Lights
Map lights..................2-45
Lights on demand switch............2-43
Lock
Back door release.............3-17
Child safety rear door lock..........3-9
Child safety sliding door lock........3-9Door locks..................3-3
Glove box lock...............2-30
Power door locks...............3-5
Low fuel warning light..............2-9
Low tire pressure warning light.........2-9
Low tire pressure warning system........5-3
Low washer fluid warning light.........2-10
Luggage (See vehicle loading information) . .9-12
M
Main ON/OFF switch
(for power doors).............3-6, 3-14
Maint (maintenance) button
Control panel buttons.........4-5, 4-10
Maint (Maintenance) button, control panel
display...................4-5, 4-10
Maintenance
General maintenance............8-2
Inside the vehicle...............8-3
Maintenance precautions..........8-5
Outside the vehicle..............8-2
Seat belt maintenance...........1-24
Under the hood and vehicle.........8-4
Malfunction indicator lamp (MIL)........2-11
Manual front seat adjustment..........1-2
Manual vent windows..............2-40
Map lights....................2-45
Map pocket...................2-31
Meters and gauges................2-3
Instrument brightness control.......2-21
Mirror
Automatic anti-glare inside mirror.....3-22
Inside mirror.................3-22Outside mirror control...........3-23
Outside mirrors...............3-23
Vanity mirror.................3-22
N
Nissan vehicle immobilizer system (NVIS) . .2-15,
3-2, 5-6
Note holder...................2-27
O
Octane rating (See fuel octane rating).....9-4
Odometer.....................2-4
Oil
Capacities and recommended
fuel/lubricants.................9-2
Changing engine oil.............8-9
Changing engine oil filter..........8-10
Checking engine oil level..........8-8
Engine oil...................8-8
Engine oil and oil filter recommendation . .9-5
Engine oil pressure low/engine coolant
temperature high warning light.......2-8
Engine oil viscosity..............9-5
Outside mirror control.............3-23
Outside mirrors.................3-23
Overdrive switch................5-10
Overheat
If your vehicle overheats...........6-9
Owner’s manual order form..........9-22
Owner’s manual/service manual order
information....................9-22
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Parking
Parking brake check............8-22
Parking brake operation..........5-11
Parking/parking on hills...........5-15
Pedal position adjustment...........3-20
Personal lights.................2-44
Power
Front seat adjustment............1-5
Power door locks...............3-5
Power outlet.................2-25
Power steering fluid.............8-13
Power steering system...........5-15
Power vent windows............2-40
Power windows...............2-38
Precautions
Maintenance precautions..........8-5
Precautions on child restraints . . .1-25, 1-43
Precautions on seat belt usage......1-15
Precautions on supplemental restraint
system....................1-48
Precautions when starting and driving . . .5-2
Pre-tensioner seat belt system.........1-61
PREV button.................4-3, 4-9
Prev button
Control panel buttons..........4-3, 4-9
Programmable features.......4-9, 4-6, 4-12
Push starting...................6-9
R
Radio
Car phone or CB radio...........4-54Compact Disc (CD) changer.......4-39
Rear audio controls.............4-43
Steering wheel audio control switch. . . .4-42
Readiness for inspection maintenance (I/M)
test........................9-20
Rear audio controls...............4-43
Rear center seat belt..............1-21
Rear seat air conditioner............4-30
Rear sonar system off switch.........2-25
Rear window and outside mirror defroster
switch......................2-17
Rear window wiper and washer switches . . .2-17
Recorders
Event data..................9-21
Refrigerant recommendation..........9-6
Registering your vehicle in another country. . .9-9
Remote controller
(See DVD entertainment system).......4-46
Remote keyless entry system..........3-9
Reporting safety defects (US only)......9-20
S
Safety
Child safety rear door lock..........3-9
Child safety sliding door lock........3-9
Child seat belts...........1-25, 1-43
Reporting safety defects (US only). . . .9-20
Screen (See DVD entertainment system) . . .4-46
Seat adjustment
Front manual seat adjustment........1-2
Front power seat adjustment........1-5
Second row captain’s chair.........1-6
Third row bench seat.........1-8, 1-12Seat belt
Child safety.................1-17
Infants and small children.........1-18
Injured Person................1-19
Larger children...............1-18
Precautions on seat belt usage......1-15
Pregnant women..............1-19
Pre-tensioner seat belt system.......1-61
Rear center seat belt............1-21
Seat belt extenders.............1-24
Seat belt maintenance...........1-24
Seat belts..................1-15
Shoulder belt height adjustment......1-23
Three-point type with retractor.......1-19
Seat belt warning light.............2-10
Seatback pockets................2-32
Seats
Adjustment..................1-2
Automatic drive positioner.........3-24
Front seats..................1-2
Heated seats................2-23
Manual front seat adjustment........1-2
Second row captain’s chair adjustment.....1-6
Security indicator light.............2-12
Security system (Nissan vehicle immobilizer
system) , engine start.........2-15, 3-2, 5-6
Self-adjusting brakes..............8-22
Service manual order form...........9-22
Servicing air conditioner............4-31
Setting button
SETTING button............4-6, 4-12
Shift lock release.................5-9
Shifting
Automatic transmission...........5-8
Shoulder belt height adjustment........1-23
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