fuel cap NISSAN SENTRA 2020 Owner´s Manual

NOTE:
• The shif t indicator is a guide for fueleconomy. Always pay attention to road
conditions and other traffic.
• Downshif t the indicator icon to the 1 (1st) position if not displayed.
• If the downshif ting icon is displayed when decreasing your vehicle speed, it
indicates that the engine speed is low
compared to the gear position.
The TSR system provides the driver with
information about the most recently de-
tected speed limit. The system captures
the road sign information with the multi-
sensing front camera unit
O1located on
the windshield in front of the inside rear-
view mirror and displays the detected
signs in the vehicle information display. For
vehicles equipped with a navigation sys-
tem, the speed limit displayed is based on a
combination of navigation system data
and live camera recognition. TSR informa-
tion is always displayed at the top of the vehicle information display, and optionally
in the main central area of the display
screen.
WARNING
The TSR system is only intended to be a
support device to provide the driver
with information. It is not a replace-
ment for the driver’s attention to traffic
conditions or responsibility to drive
safely. It cannot prevent accidents due
to carelessness. It is the driver’s re-
sponsibility to stay alert and drive
safely at all times.
LSD3212
TRAFFIC SIGN RECOGNITION (TSR) (if
so equipped)
5-26Starting and driving

When performing any inspection or main-
tenance work on your vehicle, always take
care to prevent serious accidental injury to
yourself or damage to the vehicle. The fol-
lowing are general precautions which
should be closely observed.
WARNING
• Park the vehicle on a level surface,
apply the parking brake securely and
block the wheels to prevent the ve-
hicle from moving. For manual trans-
mission models, move the shif t lever
to N (Neutral). For CVT models, move
the shif t lever to P (Park).
• Be sure the ignition switch is in the
OFF or LOCK position when perform-
ing 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 when-
ever 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 nec-
essary 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
engine models are under high pres-
sure even when the engine is off, it is
recommended that you visit a
NISSAN dealer for service of the fuel
filter or fuel lines.
• Your vehicle is equipped with an au-
tomatic engine cooling fan. It may
come on at any time without warn-
ing, even if the ignition key is in the
OFF position and the engine is not
running. To avoid injury, always dis-
connect 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. Always conform to lo-
cal regulations for disposal of vehicle
fluid.
• Never leave the engine or the trans-
mission related component harness
connector disconnected while the ig-
nition switch is in the ON position.
• Never connect or disconnect the bat-
tery or any transistorized compo-
nent while the ignition switch is in
the ON position.
This “Do-it-yourself ” section gives instruc-
tions regarding only those items which are
relatively easy for an owner to perform.
A Genuine NISSAN service manual is also
available. For additional information, refer
to “Owner's Manual/Service Manual order
information” in the “Technical and con-
sumer information” section of this manual.
MAINTENANCE PRECAUTIONS
8-2Do-it-yourself

Fluid leaks:Check under the vehicle for
fuel, oil, water or other fluid leaks af ter the
vehicle has been parked for a while. Water
dripping from the air conditioner af ter use
is normal. If you should notice any leaks or if
fuel fumes are evident, check for the cause
and have it corrected immediately.
Radiator and hoses: Check the front of the
radiator and clean off any dirt, insects,
leaves, etc., that may have accumulated.
Make sure the hoses have no cracks, defor-
mation, 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 sub-
stances from the underbody, otherwise
rust may form on the floor pan, frame, fuel
lines and exhaust system. At the end of
winter, the underbody should be thor-
oughly flushed with plain water, in those
areas where mud and dirt may have accu-
mulated. For additional information, refer
to the “Appearance and care” section of this
manual.
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 opera-
tion. For additional information, refer to
“General maintenance” in this section.
Items marked with
“*”are recommended
by NISSAN for reliable vehicle operation.
You are not required to perform mainte-
nance on these items in order to maintain
the warranties which come with your
NISSAN. Other maintenance items and in-
tervals are required.
When applicable, additional information
can be found in the “Do-it-yourself ” section
of this manual.NOTE:
NISSAN does not advocate the use of
non-OEM approved af termarket flush-
ing systems and strongly advises
against performing these services on a
NISSAN product. Many of the af termar-
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 “Recom-
mended fluids/lubricants and capaci-
ties” in the “Technical and consumer in-
formation” section of this manual.
EMISSION CONTROL SYSTEM
MAINTENANCE:
Drive belt*: Check engine drive belt for
wear, fraying or cracking and for proper
tension. Replace any damaged drive belt.
Engine air filter: Replace at specified inter-
vals. When driving for prolonged periods in
dusty conditions, check/replace the filter
more frequently.
EXPLANATION OF SCHEDULED
MAINTENANCE ITEMS
Maintenance and schedules9-5

Engine coolant*:Replace coolant at the
specified interval. When adding or replac-
ing coolant, be sure to use only Genuine
NISSAN Long Life Antifreeze/Coolant (blue)
or equivalent with the proper mixture. (For
additional information on the proper mix-
ture for your area, refer to “Engine cooling
system” in the “Do-it-yourself ” section of
this manual.)
NOTE: Mixing any other type of coolant
or the use of non-distilled water may re-
duce 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 “Recommended fluids/lubricants and
capacities” in the “Technical and consumer
information” section of this manual.
Engine valve clearance*: Inspect only if
valve noise increases. Adjust valve clear-
ance if necessary.
Evaporative emissions control vapor
lines*: Check vapor lines for leaks or loose-
ness. Tighten connections or replace parts
as necessary.
Fuel filter: Periodic maintenance is not re-
quired. (in-tank type filter) Fuel lines*:
Check the fuel hoses, piping
and connections for leaks, looseness, or
deterioration. Tighten connections or re-
place parts as necessary.
Spark plugs: Replace at specified intervals.
Install new plugs of the type as originally
equipped.
CHASSIS AND BODY
MAINTENANCE:
Brake lines and cables: Visually inspect for
proper installation. Check for chafing,
cracks, deterioration, and signs of leaking.
Replace any deteriorated or damaged
parts immediately.
Brake pads, rotors, drums and linings:
Check for wear, deterioration and fluid
leaks. Replace any deteriorated or dam-
aged parts immediately.
Exhaust system: Visually inspect the ex-
haust pipes, muffler and hangers for leaks,
cracks, deterioration, and damage. Tighten
connections or replace parts as necessary.
In-cabin microfilter: Replace at specified
intervals. When driving for prolonged peri-
ods in dusty conditions, replace the filter
more frequently. Steering gear and linkage, axle and sus-
pension parts, drive shaf t boots:
Check
for damage, looseness, and leakage of oil
or grease. Under severe driving conditions,
inspect more frequently.
Tire rotation: Tires should be rotated every
7,500 miles (12,000 km) according to the in-
structions under “General maintenance” in
this section. When rotating tires, check for
damage and uneven wear. Replace if nec-
essary.
Transmission fluid/oil: Visually inspect for
signs of leakage at specified intervals. If
using a car-top carrier, or driving on rough
or muddy roads:
• Replace the manual transaxle gear oil ev- ery 20,000 miles or 24 months.
• Replace the CVT fluid every 60,000 miles (96,000 km) or request the dealer to in-
spect the fluid deterioration data using a
CONSULT. If the deterioration data is
more than 210000, replace the CVT fluid.
9-6Maintenance and schedules

10 Technical and consumer information
Recommended fluids/lubricants and
capacities...................................... 10-2
Fuel recommendation ......................10-4
Engine oil and oil filter
recommendations .......................... 10-7
Air conditioner system refrigerant and
oil recommendations .......................10-8
Specifications .................................. 10-9
Engine ...................................... 10-9
Wheels and tires ............................ 10-9
Dimensions and weights ...................10-10
When traveling or registering in another
country ....................................... 10-12
Vehicle identification .......................... 10-12
Vehicle Identification Number (VIN)
plate ....................................... 10-12
Vehicle identification number
(chassis number) ........................... 10-12
Engine serial number ......................10-13
F.M.V.S.S./C.M.V.S.S. certification label ........10-13 Emission control information label
.........10-13
Tire and Loading Information label .........10-14
Air conditioner specification label ..........10-14
Installing front license plate ...................10-14
Vehicle loading information ...................10-15
Terms ...................................... 10-15
Vehicle load capacity ....................... 10-16
Loading tips ................................ 10-17
Measurement of weights ...................10-18
Towing a trailer ................................ 10-18
Flat towing ................................. 10-18
Uniform tire quality grading ...................10-19
Emission control system warranty ............10-20
Reporting safety defects ......................10-20
Readiness for Inspection/Maintenance (I/M)
test ........................................... 10-21
Event Data Recorders (EDR) ...................10-22
Owner's Manual/Service Manual order
information ................................... 10-22

The following are approximate capacities. The actual refill capacities may be slightly different. When refilling, follow the procedure
described in the “Do-it-yourself ” section to determine the proper refill capacity.
Fluid typeCapacity (approximate)
Recommended Fluids/Lubricants
Metric
Measure US
Measure Imperial
Measure
Fuel 47 L 12-3/8 gal 10 3/8 gal • For additional information, refer to “Fuel recom-
mendation” in this section.
Engine oil*1
Drain and refill
*1 For additional informa-
tion, refer to “Engine oil” in
the “Do-it-yourself ” sec-
tion of this manual. With oil filter
change 4.1 L 4-3/8 qt 3-5/8 qt • Genuine “NISSAN Motor Oil 0W-20 SN” (or equivalent)
is recommended.
• If the above motor oil (or engine oil) is not available,
a synthetic 0W-20 GF-5 SN motor oil (or engine oil)
may be used. Damage caused by the use of motor
oil (or engine oil) other than as recommended is not
covered under NISSAN’s New Vehicle Limited War-
ranty. For additional information, refer to “Engine oil
and oil filter recommendations” in this section.
Without oil fil-
ter change 3.8 L 4 qt 3-3/8 qt
Engine coolant
with reservoir With manual
transmission 6.9 L 1-7/8 gal 1-1/2 gal
• Pre-diluted Genuine NISSAN Long Life Antifreeze/
Coolant (blue) or equivalent.
With continu-
ously variable transmission 7.1 L 1-7/8 gal 1-1/2 gal
Manual transmission fluid — — — • Genuine NISSAN Manual Transmission Fluid (MTF)
TL/JR Type 75W-80, or equivalent.
• If Genuine NISSAN Manual Transmission Fluid (MTF)
TL/JR Type is not available, API GL-4+, Viscosity SAE
75W-80 may be used as a temporary replacement.
However, use Genuine NISSAN Manual Transmission
Fluid (MTF) TL/JR Type as soon as it is available.
RECOMMENDED FLUIDS/
LUBRICANTS AND CAPACITIES
10-2Technical and consumer information

ENGINE OIL AND OIL FILTER
RECOMMENDATIONS
Selecting the correct oil
It is essential to choose the correct grade,
quality and viscosity engine oil to ensure
satisfactory engine life and performance.
For additional information, refer to “Recom-
mended fluids/lubricants and capacities”
in this section. NISSAN recommends the
use of an energy conserving oil in order to
improve fuel economy.Select only engine oils that meet the
American Petroleum Institute (API) certifi-
cation or International Lubricant Standard-
ization and Approval Committee (ILSAC)
certification and SAE viscosity standard.
These oils have the API certification mark
on the front of the container. Oils which do
not have the specified quality label should
not be used as they could cause engine
damage.
Oil additives
NISSAN does not recommend the use of oil
additives. The use of an oil additive is not
necessary when the proper oil type is used
and maintenance intervals are followed.
Oil which may contain foreign matter or
has been previously used should not be
used.
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 operated before
the next oil change. Choosing an oil viscos-
ity 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.”
LTI2051
Technical and consumer information10-7

Bulb replacement...............8-26
C
C.M.V.S.S. certification label.........10-13Capacities and recommended
fuel/lubricants.................10-2Car phone or CB radio............4-67Cargo
(See vehicle loading information).....10-15Chassis control................5-119Check tire pressure..........2-30, 2-47Child restraints.......1-21,1-22,1-23,1-25LATCH (Lower Anchors and Tethers for
CHildren) System..............1-25Precautions on child
restraints............1-30, 1-36, 1-41Top tether strap anchor point
locations...................1-28Child safety rear door lock..........3-7Cleaning exterior and interior......7-2,7-5Clutch
Clutch fluid..................8-11Cold weather driving............5-125Console box................. .2-68Continuously Variable Transmission
(CVT).......................5-16Continuously Variable Transmission (CVT)
fluid......................8-10Driving with Continuously Variable
Transmission (CVT)............5-16Control panel buttons.............4-3Brightness/contrast button.......4-8
Controls
Audio controls (steering wheel).....4-63Heater and air conditioner
controls................4-33, 4-41CoolantCapacities and recommended
fuel/lubricants
...............10-2Changing engine coolant.........8-6Checking engine coolant level......8-6Engine coolant temperature gauge. . .2-6Corrosion protection..............7-8Cruise control................ .5-58Cup holders................. .2-69
D
Daytime Running Light System......2-59Defroster switch
Rear window and outside mirror defroster
switch
................... .2-55Diesel Particulate Filter (DPF)........2-51Dimensions and weights..........10-11Dimmer switch for instrument panel. . .2-60Display controls (see control panel
buttons).................... .4-3Door locks....................3-4Drive belt....................8-14Driving
Cold weather driving...........5-125Driving with Continuously Variable
Transmission (CVT)............5-16Driving with manual transmission. . .5-21
Precautions when starting and
driving.................... .5-4Driving the vehicle...............5-16
E
E-call (SOS) Button..............2-64ECO mode switch...............5-25Economy - fuel................5-111Emergency engine shutoff.......5-13,6-2Emission control information label. . . .10-13Emission control system warranty. . . .10-20Engine
Before starting the engine........5-14Capacities and recommended
fuel/lubricants...............10-2Changing engine coolant.........8-6Changing engine oil.............8-7Changing engine oil filter.........8-7Checking engine coolant level......8-6Checking engine oil level..........8-7Engine compartment check
locations.................. .8-4Engine coolant temperature gauge. . .2-6Engine cooling system...........8-5Engine oil...................8-7Engine oil and oil filter
recommendation.............10-7Engine oil pressure warning light. . . .2-10Engine oil viscosity.............10-7Engine serial number..........10-13Engine specifications...........10-9Starting the engine............5-14
11-2Index

Engine Block Heater.............5-127Engine coolant temperature gauge. . . .2-6Event Data recorders............10-22Exhaust gas (Carbon monoxide)......5-4Explanation of maintenance items.....9-2Explanation of scheduled maintenance
items.......................9-5Extended storage switch..........8-22Eyeglass case.................2-68
F
F.M.V.S.S. certification label.........10-13Flashers (See hazard warning flasher
switch)......................6-2Flat tire.................. .6-3, 6-4Floor mat positioning aid...........7-6Fluid
Brake fluid..................8-10Capacities and recommended
fuel/lubricants...............10-2Clutch fluid..................8-11Continuously Variable Transmission (CVT)
fluid......................8-10Engine coolant................8-5Engine oil...................8-7Windshield-washer fluid..........8-11Fog light switch................2-61Front air bag system
(See supplemental restraint system). . .1-52Front power seat adjustment........1-5Front seats....................1-2Front-door pocket..............2-66
FuelCapacities and recommended
fuel/lubricants
...............10-2Fuel economy...............5-111Fuel gauge..................2-7Fuel octane rating.............10-6Fuel recommendation..........10-4Fuel-filler cap................3-26Fuel-filler door lock opener lever. . . .3-25Fuel-filler lid.................3-26Loose fuel cap warning......2-29,2-47Fuel efficient driving tips..........5-110Fuel gauge....................2-7Fuel-filler door.................3-25Fuses.......................8-19Fusible links..................8-20
G
Garage door opener, HomeLink® Universal
Transceiver.....2-76,2-77,2-78,2-79, 2-80Gas cap.....................3-26Gauge
Engine coolant temperature gauge. . .2-6Fuel gauge..................2-7Speedometer................2-4Tachometer................ .2-5Trip odometer................2-5General maintenance.............9-2Glove box................... .2-67Glove box lock.................2-67
H
Hands-free phone system, Bluetooth®. .4-67Hazard warning flasher switch........6-2Head restraints.................1-7Headlight and turn signal switch.....2-55Headlight control switch...........2-55Headlights...................8-24Heated seat switches............2-62Heated seats................. .2-62Heated steering wheel switch.......2-63Heater
Heater and air conditioner
controls
................4-33, 4-41Heater operation..........4-34, 4-42Hill start assist system...........5-119HomeLink® Universal
Transceiver.....2-76,2-77,2-78,2-79, 2-80Hood.......................3-23Horn...................... .2-62
I
Ignition switch
Push-button ignition switch.......5-11Immobilizer system..........2-53, 5-14Important vehicle information label. . .10-13In-cabin microfilter..............8-16Increasing fuel economy..........5-111IndicatorNISSAN Intelligent Key® battery discharge
indicator
...................5-13
Index11-3

Indicator lights and audible reminders
(See warning/indicator lights and audible
reminders)
...................3-16Inside automatic anti-glare mirror. . . .3-29Instrument brightness control.......2-60Instrument panel.............0-6, 2-2Instrument panel dimmer switch.....2-60Intelligent Around View Monitor......4-16Intelligent Cruise Control (ICC).......5-59Intelligent Driver Alertness (I-DA).....5-105Intelligent Forward Collision Warning
(I-FCW)......................5-92Intelligent Key system
Key operating range............3-9Key operation................3-10Mechanical key................3-3Remote keyless entry operation. . . .3-14Troubleshooting guide.......3-18,3-19Warning signals...........3-18,3-19Intelligent Trace Control (I-TC).......5-119Interior light...............2-74,2-75Interior trunk lid release...........3-24iPod® Player................. .4-57ISOFIX child restraints.............1-25
J
Jump starting...............6-9, 8-13
K
Key.........................3-2Key fob battery replacement........8-22
Keyless entry
With Intelligent Key system
(See Intelligent Key system)
.......3-14KeysNISSAN Intelligent Key®........3-2,3-7NISSAN Vehicle Immobilizer System
keys..................... .3-4
L
Labels
Air conditioner specification label. . .10-14C.M.V.S.S. certification label.......10-13Emission control information label. .10-13Engine serial number..........10-13F.M.V.S.S. certification label........10-13Tire and Loading Information label. .10-14Vehicle identification number (VIN). .10-12Vehicle identification number (VIN)
plate.................... .10-12Warning labels (for SRS)..........1-65Lane Departure Warning (LDW).......5-29LATCH (Lower Anchors and Tethers for
CHildren) System...............1-25Launch bar menu...............4-8License plate
Installing the license plate........10-14LightAir bag warning light........1-65, 2-14Brake light (See stop light)........8-26Bulb check/instrument panel......2-9Bulb replacement.............8-26Charge warning light...........2-10
Exterior and Interior lights........8-26Fog light switch...............2-61Fog lights..................8-25Headlight and turn signal switch. . . .2-55Headlight control switch.........2-55Headlights..................8-24Interior light..............2-74,2-75Light bulbs.................8-24Low tire pressure warning light.....2-11Low windshield-washer fluid warning
light................. .2-30, 2-47Spotlights (See map light)........2-75Trunk light..................2-76Warning/indicator lights and audible
reminders..................3-16Lights......................8-24Map lights..................2-75Lock
Child safety rear door lock.........3-7Door locks................. .3-4Fuel-filler door lock opener lever. . . .3-25Glove box lock...............2-67Power door locks..............3-6Trunk lid lock opener lever........3-24Loose fuel cap warning........2-29,2-47Low fuel warning light.........2-29,2-46Low tire pressure warning light.......2-11Low windshield-washer fluid warning
light................... .2-30, 2-47Luggage (See vehicle loading
information)..................10-15
11-4Index