air filter NISSAN SENTRA 2016 B17 / 7.G Owners Manual

Maintenance
The maintenance menu allows the user to set
reminders for various vehicle maintenance items.
WARNING
The tire replacement indicator is not a
substitute for regular tire checks, includ-
ing tire pressure checks. For additional
information, refer to “Changing wheels
and tires” in the “Maintenance and do-it-
yourself” section of this manual. Many fac-
tors including tire inflation, alignment,
driving habits and road conditions affect
tire wear and when tires should be re-
placed. Setting the tire replacement indi-
cator for a certain driving distance doesnot 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.
Menu item
Result
Maintenance Displays various Maintenance settings
Oil and Filter This indicator appears when the customer set distance is reached for checking or replacing the engine oil and oil filter. You
can set or reset the distance for checking or replacing the items. For scheduled maintenance items and intervals, refer to
the “NISSAN Service and Maintenance Guide.”
Tire This indicator appears when the customer set distance is reached for checking or replacing tires. You can set or reset the
distance for checking or replacing tires.
Other This indicator appears when the customer set distance is reached 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. The distance
for checking or replacing the items can be set or reset.
Instruments and controls2-29

8 Maintenance and do-it-yourself
Maintenance requirements..........................8-2
General maintenance ..............................8-2
Explanation of general maintenance items .........8-2
Maintenance precautions ...........................8-5
Engine compartment check locations ................8-6
Engine cooling system .............................8-7
Checking engine coolant level ...................8-8
Changing engine coolant ........................8-8
Engine oil .........................................8-9
Checking engine oil level ........................8-9
Changing engine oil ........................... 8-10
Changing engine oil filter .......................8-11
Continuously Variable Transmission (CVT) fluid
(if so equipped) .................................. 8-12
Brake and clutch (if so equipped) fluid ..............8-12
Brake fluid .................................... 8-12
Clutch fluid (if so equipped) ....................8-13
Windshield-washer fluid ........................... 8-13
Windshield-washer fluid reservoir ...............8-13
Battery .......................................... 8-14
Jump starting ................................. 8-15
Variable voltage control system .....................8-16
Drive belt ........................................ 8-16
Spark plugs ...................................... 8-17Replacing spark plugs
......................... 8-17
Air cleaner ....................................... 8-18
In-cabin microfilter ............................. 8-18
Windshield wiper blades .......................... 8-19
Cleaning ..................................... 8-19
Replacing .................................... 8-19
Brakes .......................................... 8-21
Fuses ........................................... 8-21
Engine compartment ........................... 8-22
Passenger compartment .......................8-23
Battery replacement .............................. 8-25
Key fob (if so equipped) ........................ 8-25
NISSAN Intelligent Key® (if so equipped) ........8-27
Lights ........................................... 8-28
Headlights .................................... 8-28
T

urn signal bulb ............................... 8-29
Fog lights (if so equipped) ......................8-29
Exterior and interior lights .......................8-31
Wheels and tires ................................. 8-33
Tire pressure .................................. 8-33
Tire labeling ................................... 8-37
Types of tires .................................. 8-39
Tire chains .................................... 8-40
Changing wheels and tires .....................8-40

When performing any inspection or maintenance
work on your vehicle, always take care to prevent
serious accidental injury to yourself or damage to
the vehicle. The following are general precau-
tions which should be closely observed.
WARNING
●Park the vehicle on a level surface, ap-
ply the parking brake securely and
block the wheels to prevent the vehicle
from moving. For manual transmission
models, move the shift lever to N (Neu-
tral) . For Continuously Variable Trans-
mission (CVT) models, move the shift
lever to P (Park) .
● Be sure the ignition switch is in the OFF
or LOCK position when performing any
parts replacement or repairs.
● If you must work with the engine run-
ning, keep your hands, clothing, hair
and tools away from moving fans, belts
and any other moving parts.
● It is advisable to secure or remove any
loose clothing and remove any jewelry,
such as rings, watches, etc. before
working on your vehicle.
● Always wear eye protection whenever
you work on your vehicle. ●
If you must run the engine in an en-
closed space such as a garage, be sure
there is proper ventilation for exhaust
gases to escape.
● Never get under the vehicle while it is
supported only by a jack. If it is neces-
sary to work under the vehicle, support
it with safety stands.
● Keep smoking materials, flame and
sparks away from the fuel tank and
battery.
● Because the fuel lines on gasoline en-
gine models are under high pressure
even when the engine is off, it is recom-
mended that you visit a NISSAN dealer
for service of the fuel filter or fuel lines.
●
Your vehicle is equipped with an auto-
matic engine cooling fan. It may come on
at any time without warning, even if the
ignition key is in the OFF position and the
engine is not running. To avoid injury,
always disconnect the negative battery
cable before working near the fan.
CAUTION
● Do not work under the hood while the
engine is hot. Turn the engine off and
wait until it cools down. ●
Avoid contact with used engine oil and
coolant. Improperly disposed engine
oil, engine coolant and/or other vehicle
fluids can damage the environment. Al-
ways conform to local regulations for
disposal of vehicle fluid.
● Never leave the engine or the transmis-
sion related component harness con-
nector disconnected while the ignition
switch is in the ON position.
● Never connect or disconnect the battery
or any transistorized component while
the ignition switch is in the ON position.
This “Maintenance and do-it-yourself” section
gives instructions regarding only those items
which are relatively easy for an owner to perform.
A Genuine NISSAN service manual is also avail-
able. For additional information, refer to “Owner’s
Manual/Service Manual order information” in the
“Technical and consumer information” section of
this manual.
You should be aware that incomplete or improper
servicing may result in operating difficulties or
excessive emissions, and could affect warranty
coverage. If in doubt about any servicing, it
is recommended that you have it done by a
NISSAN dealer.
MAINTENANCE PRECAUTIONS
Maintenance and do-it-yourself8-5

The air cleaner filter should not be cleaned and
reused. Replace it according to the maintenance
log shown in the “NISSAN Service and Mainte-
nance Guide.”
To remove the air cleaner filter:1. Unlatch the retaining clips
A.
2. Pull up at points
Band remove.
3. Pull up and remove air cleaner housing
C.
4. Remove the air cleaner filter. Wipe the inside of the air cleaner filter housing and the cover
with a damp cloth, then replace air cleaner
filter. NOTE:
After installing a new air cleaner, make
sure the air cleaner cover is seated in the
housing and latch the clips.
WARNING
●
Operating the engine with the air
cleaner removed can cause you or oth-
ers to be burned. The air cleaner not
only cleans the air, it stops the flame if
the engine backfires. If it isn’t there, and
the engine backfires, you could be
burned. Do not drive with the air cleaner
removed, and be careful when working
on the engine with the air cleaner
removed.
● Never pour fuel into the throttle body or
attempt to start the engine with the air
cleaner removed. Doing so could result
in serious injury.
IN-CABIN MICROFILTER
The in-cabin microfilter restricts the entry of air-
borne dust and pollen particles and reduces
some objectionable outside odors. The filter is
located behind the glove box. For additional in-
formation, refer to the “NISSAN Service and
Maintenance Guide” for change intervals. If replacement is required, it is recommended that
you visit a NISSAN dealer for this service.
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9 Technical and consumer information
Recommended fluids/lubricants and capacities.......9-2
Fuel recommendation ...........................9-4
Engine oil and oil filter recommendations ..........9-6
Air conditioner system refrigerant and oil
recommendations ..............................9-7
Specifications .....................................9-8
Engine ........................................9-8
Wheels and tires ...............................9-9
Dimensions and weights .......................9-10
When traveling or registering in another country ......9-11
Vehicle identification .............................. 9-11
Vehicle identification number (VIN) plate .........9-11
Vehicle identification number
(chassis number) .............................. 9-11
Engine serial number ........................... 9-12
F.M.V.S.S./C.M.V.S.S. certification label ..........9-12
Emission control information label ...............9-12Tire and loading information label
................9-13
Air conditioner specification label ................9-13
Installing front license plate ........................9-13
Vehicle loading information ........................9-14
Terms ........................................ 9-14
Vehicle load capacity .......................... 9-15
Loading tips .................................. 9-17
Measurement of weights .......................9-17
Towing a trailer ................................... 9-18
Flat towing .................................... 9-18
Uniform tire quality grading ........................9-18
Emission control system warranty ..................9-19
Reporting safety defects .......................... 9-20
Readiness for inspection/maintenance (I/M) test .....9-21
Event Data Recorders (EDR) .......................9-21
Owner’s Manual/Service Manual order information . . . 9-22

Oil viscosity
The engine oil viscosity or thickness changes
with temperature. Because of this, it is important
to select the engine oil viscosity based on the
temperatures at which the vehicle will be oper-
ated before the next oil change. Choosing an oil
viscosity other than that recommended could
cause serious engine damage.
Selecting the correct oil filter
Your new NISSAN vehicle is equipped with a
high-quality Genuine NISSAN oil filter. When
replacing, use a Genuine NISSAN oil filter or its
equivalent for the reason described in “Change
intervals.”
Change intervals
The oil and oil filter change intervals for your
engine are based on the use of the specified
quality oils and filters. Using engine oil and filters
that are not of the specified quality, or exceeding
recommended oil and filter change intervals
could reduce engine life. Damage to the engine
caused by improper maintenance or use of incor-
rect oil and filter quality and/or viscosity is not
covered by the NISSAN New Vehicle Limited
Warranty.Your engine was filled with a high-quality engine
oil when it was built. You do not have to change
the oil before the first recommended change
interval. Oil and filter change intervals depend
upon how you use your vehicle.
Operation under the following conditions may
require more frequent oil and filter changes:
● repeated short distance driving at cold out-
side temperatures
● driving in dusty conditions
● extensive idling
● towing a trailer
● stop and go commuting
For additional information, refer to “NISSAN Ser-
vice and Maintenance Guide” for the mainte-
nance schedule.
AIR CONDITIONER SYSTEM
REFRIGERANT AND OIL
RECOMMENDATIONS
The air conditioner system in your NISSAN
vehicle must be charged with the refriger-
ant HFC-134a (R-134a) and NISSAN A/C
system oil Type S (DH-PS) or the exact
equivalents.
CAUTION
The use of any other refrigerant or oil may
cause severe damage to the air condition-
ing system and will require the replace-
ment of all air conditioner system
components.
The refrigerant HFC-134a (R-134a) in your
NISSAN vehicle does not harm the earth’s ozone
layer. Although this refrigerant does not affect the
earth’s atmosphere, certain government regula-
tions require the recovery and recycling of any
refrigerant during automotive air conditioner sys-
tem service. A NISSAN dealer has the trained
technicians and equipment needed to recover
and recycle your air conditioner system refriger-
ant.
It is recommended that you visit a NISSAN dealer
when servicing your air conditioner system.
Technical and consumer information9-7

10 Index
A
ABS (Anti-lock Braking System) ........5-71
Air bag (See supplemental restraint
system) .....................1-41
Air bag system Front (See supplemental front impact
air bag system) ...............1-48
Side and curtain (See supplemental
side air bag and curtain side-impact
air bag system) ...............1-56
Airbagwarninglabels.............1-58
Airbagwarninglight...........1-59,2-20
Air bag warning light, supplemental . .1-59, 2-20
Aircleaner....................8-18
Air cleaner housing filter ............8-18
Air conditioner Air conditioner operation ..........4-19
Air conditioner service ...........4-27
Air conditioner specification label .....9-13
Air conditioner system refrigerant and
oil recommendations .............9-7
Air conditioner system refrigerant
recommendations ..............9-7
Heater and air conditioner (automatic)
(if so equipped) ...............4-24
Heater and air conditioner
controls................4-18,4-25
Heater and air conditioner (manual) ....4-16
Servicing air conditioner ..........4-27
Airflowcharts..................4-20 Alarm system
(See vehicle security system)
.........2-35
Anchor point locations .............1-25
Antenna.....................4-64
Antifreeze ....................5-75
Anti-lock Braking System (ABS) ........5-71
Apps .......................4-65
APPS button ...................4-7
Armrests .....................1-6
Audible reminders ...............2-23
Audio system ..................4-27
AMradioreception.............4-28
Bluetooth®audio..............4-61
Bluetooth® streaming audio ........4-61
Compact disc (CD) player . .4-38, 4-43, 4-50
FM/AM radio with compact disc (CD)
player ....................4-35
FM/AM/SAT radio with compact disc
(CD) player ..............4-40,4-45
FMradioreception..........4-27,4-36
iPod® Player .............4-55,4-57
iPod® player operation .......4-55,4-57
Radio ....................4-27
Steering wheel audio control switch . . .4-63
USB interface ............4-51,4-53
USB (Universal Serial Bus) Connection
Port..................4-51,4-53
Autolight switch .................2-40
Automatic Automatic power window switch .....2-53
Automatic anti-glare inside mirror .......3-31
Automatic door locks ..............3-6
AUXjack.................4-36,4-51 B
Back button ....................4-7
Battery ..................5-75, 8-14
Charge warning light ............2-17
Battery replacement ..............8-25
Keyfob................8-25,8-25
NISSAN Intelligent Key® ..........8-27
Before starting the engine ...........5-13
Belt (See drive belt) ..............8-16
Blind Spot Warning (BSW) ..........5-23
Block heater Engine ....................5-76
Bluetooth® audio ................4-61
Bluetooth® Hands-Free Phone System with
Navigation System ...............4-98
Bluetooth® Hands-Free Phone System without
Navigation System ............4-70,4-86
Bluetooth® streaming audio with Navigation
System .....................4-61
Boosterseats..................1-38
Brake Anti-lock Braking System (ABS) ......5-71
Brake fluid ..................8-12
Brakelight(Seestoplight).........8-31
Brake system ................
5-71
Brakewarninglight.............2-16
Brakewearindicators........2-23,8-21
Parking brake operation ..........5-21
Self-adjusting brakes ............8-21
Brake and clutch fluid .............8-12
Brake assist ...................5-72

Changing engine oil filter..........8-11
Checking engine coolant level ........8-8
Checking engine oil level ...........8-9
Engine compartment check locations ....8-6
Engine coolant temperature gauge .....2-7
Engine cooling system ............8-7
Engine oil ...................8-9
Engine oil and oil filter recommendation . . .9-6
Engine oil pressure warning light ......2-17
Engine oil viscosity ..............9-7
Engine serial number ............9-12
Engine specifications .............9-8
Starting the engine ..........5-14,5-15
Engine coolant temperature gauge .......2-7
Enterbutton....................4-4
Event Data recorders ..............9-21
Exhaust gas (Carbon monoxide) .........5-2
Explanation of maintenance items ........8-2
Extendedstorageswitch ............8-24
F
Flashers (See hazard warning flasher switch) . .6-2
Flat tire .......................6-3
Floor mat positioning aid .............7-5
Fluid Brake fluid ..................8-12
Capacities and recommended
fuel/lubricants .................9-2
Clutchfluid..................8-13
Continuously Variable Transmission (CVT)
fluid......................8-12
Engine coolant .................8-7
Engine oil ...................8-9
F.M.V.S.S. certification label ...........9-12Foglightswitch .................2-43
Forward Emergency Braking (FEB)
.......2-17
Front air bag system
(See supplemental restraint system) ......1-48
Front power seat adjustment ...........1-4
Frontseats.....................1-2
Fuel Capacities and recommended
fuel/lubricants .................9-2
Fuel economy ................5-68
Fuel-filler cap .................3-26
Fuel-filler door lock opener lever ......3-26
Fuel-filler lid .................3-26
Fuel gauge ...................2-8
Fuel octane rating ...............9-5
Fuel recommendation .............9-4
Loose fuel cap warning ........2-6,2-33
Fuel Cell Vehicle (FCV) System Tirepressure.................8-33
Fuel-filler door ..................3-26
Fuelgauge.....................2-8
Fuses.......................8-21
Fusiblelinks ...................8-23
G
Garage door opener, HomeLink® Universal
Transceiver . .2-58, 2-59, 2-60, 2-61, 2-61, 2-62
Gascap .....................3-26
Gauge Engine coolant temperature gauge .....2-7
Fuel gauge ...................2-8
Odometer ...................2-5
Speedometer .................2-5
Tachometer ..................2-7 Trip computer
.................2-8
Trip odometer .................2-5
General maintenance ...............8-2
Glovebox.....................2-49
H
Hazard

warning flasher switch ..........6-2
Headlightandturnsignalswitch........2-39
Headlightcontrolswitch ............2-39
Headlights....................8-28
Head restraints ..................1-7
Heated seats ...................2-44
Heated seat switches ..........2-44,4-66
Heater Heater and air conditioner (automatic)
(if so equipped) ...............4-24
Heater and air conditioner
controls ................4-18,4-25
Heater and air conditioner (manual) ....4-16
Heater operation ...........4-18,4-26
Heater and air conditioner (automatic) .....4-24
HomeLink® Universal
Transceiver . .2-58, 2-59, 2-60, 2-61, 2-61, 2-62
Hood.......................3-24
Horn .......................2-44
I
Ignition switch ...................5-8
Ignition Switch Push-Button Ignition Switch ........5-10
Immobilizer system .........2-36,5-10,5-13
Important vehicle information label .......9-12
10-3

In-cabin microfilter................8-18
Increasing fuel economy .............5-68
Indicator lights and audible reminders
(See warning/indicator lights and audible
reminders)..........2-15,2-16,2-21,3-20
Informationdisplay................2-24
Inside automatic anti-glare mirror ........3-31
Instrument brightness control ..........2-42
Instrument panel ...............0-6,2-2
Instrument panel dimmer switch ........2-42
Intelligent cruise control (ICC) system Brake assist .................5-45
Intelligent Key system Key operating range .............3-12
Key operation ................3-13
Mechanicalkey ................3-4
Remote keyless entry operation ....3-8,3-16
Troubleshooting guide ............3-22
Warning signals ...............3-22
Interiorlight................2-56,2-57
Interiortrunklidrelease.............3-25
iPod®Player ...............4-55,4-57
ISOFIX child restraints .............1-23
J
Jump starting ................6-8,8-15
K
Key.........................3-2
Key fob battery replacement .......8-25,8-25Keyless entry
With Intelligent Key system
(See Intelligent Key system) ......3-8,3-16
Without Intelligent Key system
(See remote keyless entry system) ......3-7
Keys NISSAN Intelligent Key® .......3-2,3-10
NISSAN Vehicle Immobilizer System keys . .3-4
L
Labels Air conditioner specification label .....9-13
C.M.V.S.S. certification label ........9-12
Emission control information label .....9-12
Engine serial number ............9-12
F.M.V.S.S. certification label .........9-12
Tire and Loading Information label .....9-13
Vehicle identification number (VIN) .....9-11
Vehicle identification number (VIN) plate . .9-11
Warning labels (for SRS) ..........1-58
LATCH (Lower Anchors and Tethers for CHildren)
System ......................1-23
License plate Installing the license plate ..........9-13
Light Air bag warning light .........1-59,2-20
Brake light (See stop light) .........8-31
Bulb check/instrument panel ........2-16
Bulbreplacement..............8-31
Charge warning light ............2-17
Consolelight.................2-57
Exterior and Interior lights ..........8-31
Foglights...................8-29
Foglightswitch ...............2-43 Headlightandturnsignalswitch......2-39
Headlight control switch
..........2-39
Headlights..................8-28
Interiorlight..............2-56,2-57
Lightbulbs..................8-28
Low tire pressure warning light .......2-18
Low windshield-washer fluid warning
light ..................2-19,2-33
Passenger air bag and status light .....1-50
Security indicator light ............2-22
Spotlights(Seemaplight) .........2-58
Trunklight ..................2-58
Warning/indicator lights and audible
reminders ........2-15,2-16,2-21,3-20
Lights.......................8-28 Maplights ..................2-58
Lock Child safety rear door lock ..........3-6
Fuel-filler door lock opener lever ......3-26
Power door locks ............3-5,3-6
Trunk lid lock opener lever ..........3-25
Loose

fuel cap warning ..........2-6,2-33
Low fuel warning light .......2-17,2-19,2-33
Low tire pressure warning light .........2-18
Low windshield-washer fluid warning
light ....................2-19,2-33
Luggage (See vehicle loading information) . .9-14
M
Maintenance General maintenance .............8-2
Insidethevehicle...............8-3
Maintenance precautions ...........8-5
Outside the vehicle ..............8-2
10-4