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MAINTENANCE
SERVICE INFORMATION .. ..........................3
PRECAUTIONS .............................................. .....3
Precaution for Supplemental Restraint System
(SRS) "AIR BAG" and "SEAT BELT PRE-TEN-
SIONER" ............................................................. ......
3
Precaution Necessary for Steering Wheel Rota-
tion After Battery Disconnect ............................... ......
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PREPARATION ...................................................5
Special Service Tool ........................................... ......5
Commercial Service Tool ..........................................6
GENERAL MAINTENANCE ........................... .....7
Explanation of General Maintenance .................. ......7
General Maintenance ................................................7
PERIODIC MAINTENANCE ................................9
Introduction of Periodic Maintenance .................. ......9
Schedule 1 ................................................................9
Schedule 2 ..............................................................11
RECOMMENDED FLUIDS AND LUBRI-
CANTS ................................................................
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Fluids and Lubricants .......................................... ....14
SAE Viscosity Number ............................................15
Anti-freeze Coolant Mixture Ratio ...........................15
ENGINE MAINTENANCE (HR16DE) .................16
DRIVE BELT .......................................................... ....16
DRIVE BELT : Checking .........................................16
DRIVE BELT : Tension Adjustment ........................16
ENGINE COOLANT ............................................... ....17
ENGINE COOLANT : Inspection .............................17
ENGINE COOLANT : Changing Engine Coolant ....17
FUEL LINES .......................................................... ....19
FUEL LINES : Checking Fuel Line ..........................19
AIR CLEANER FILTER ......................................... ....19
AIR CLEANER FILTER : Removal and Installation
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ENGINE OIL ........................................................... ....20
ENGINE OIL : Inspection .........................................20
ENGINE OIL : Draining ............................................22
ENGINE OIL : Refilling ............................................22
OIL FILTER ............................................................ ....23
OIL FILTER : Removal and Installation ...................23
SPARK PLUG (HR16DE) ...................................... ....23
SPARK PLUG (HR16DE) : Exploded View .............24
SPARK PLUG (HR16DE) : Removal and Installa-
tion ....................................................................... ....
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EVAP VAPOR LINES ............................................ ....25
EVAP VAPOR LINES : Checking EVAP Vapor
Line ..........................................................................
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ENGINE MAINTENANCE (MR18DE) ...............26
DRIVE BELT .......................................................... ....26
DRIVE BELT : Component ......................................26
DRIVE BELT : Checking Drive Belts .......................26
DRIVE BELT : Tension Adjustment .........................26
ENGINE COOLANT ............................................... ....26
ENGINE COOLANT : Inspection .............................26
ENGINE COOLANT : Changing Engine Coolant ....27
FUEL LINES ........................................................... ....29
FUEL LINES : Checking Fuel Line ..........................29
AIR CLEANER FILTER ......................................... ....29
AIR CLEANER FILTER : Component ......................29
AIR CLEANER FILTER : Changing Air Cleaner
Filter .........................................................................
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ENGINE OIL ........................................................... ....30
ENGINE OIL : Inspection .........................................30
ENGINE OIL : Changing Engine Oil ........................32
OIL FILTER ............................................................ ....33
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PERIODIC MAINTENANCE
Abbreviations: R = Replace. I = Inspect. Correct or replace if necessary. [ ]: At the mileage intervals only
(1) After 60,000 miles (96,000 km) or 48 months, inspect every 15,000 miles (24,000 km) or 12 months. Replace the drive belts i f found
damaged.
(2) If operating mainly in dusty conditions, more frequent maintenance may be required.
(3) Maintenance-free item. For service procedures, refer to the FL section.
(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. Use only Genuine NISSAN long life Antifreeze/Coolant (blue) or equivalent with proper mixture ratio of 50% an ti-
freeze and 50% demineralized or distilled water. Mixing any other type of coolant or the use of non-distilled water will reduce the life
expectancy of the factory fill coolant.
(5) Periodic maintenance is not required. However, if valve noise increases, inspect valve clearance.
* Maintenance items and intervals with “*” are recommended by NISSAN for reliable vehicle operation. The owner need not perform
such maintenance in order to maintain the emission warranty or manufacturer recall liability. Other maintenance items and inter vals are
required.
Chassis and Body Maintenance
Abbreviations: R = Replace. I = Inspec t. Correct or replace if necessary.
MAINTENANCE OPERATION MAINTENANCE INTERVAL
Reference Section -
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Perform at number of
miles, kilometers or
months, whichever
comes first. Miles x
1,000
(km x
1,000)
Months 33.75
(54)27 37.5
(60) 30 41.25
(66)33 45
(72) 36 48.75
(78)39 52.5
(84) 42 56.25
(90)45 60
(96) 48
Drive belt NOTE
(1) I*EM-13
(HR)
EM-132
(MR)
Air cleaner filter NOTE
(2) [R]
EM-16
(HR)
EM-135
(MR)
EVAP vapor lines I*MA-25
(HR)
MA-36
(MR)
Fuel lines I*MA-19
, MA-29
Fuel filter NOTE
(3) —
Engine coolant* NOTE
(4) CO-11
(HR)
CO-36
(MR)
Engine oil R R R R R R R R LU-8
(HR)
LU-18
(MR)
Engine oil filter (Use
genuine oil filter or
equivalent) R R R R RRRR
LU-9
(HR)
LU-20
(MR)
Spark plugs (Iridium/
platinum - tipped type) Replace every 105,000 miles (168,000 km) EM-17
(HR)
EM-151
(MR)
Intake and exhaust
valve clearance* NOTE
(5) EM-114
(HR)
EM-230
(MR)
MAINTENANCE OPERATION MAINTENANCE INTERVAL
Reference Section -
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Perform at number of
miles, kilometers or
months, whichever
comes first. Miles x
1,000
(km x
1,000)
Months 3.75
(6)3 7.5
(12) 6 11 . 2 5
(18) 9 15
(24) 12 18.75
(30)15 22.5
(36) 18 26.25
(42)21 30
(48) 24
Brake lines & cables IIMA-46
Brake pads, rotors,
drums & linings IIII MA-46
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PERIODIC MAINTENANCE
Abbreviations: R = Replace. I = Inspect. Correct or replace if necessary. [ ]: At the mileage intervals only
(1) After 60,000 miles (96,000 km) or 48 months, inspect every 15,000 miles (24,000 km) or 12 months. Replace the drive belt if found
damaged or if the auto belt tensioner reading reaches the maximum limit.
(2) Maintenance-free item. For service procedures, refer to the FL section.
(3) 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. Use only Genuine NISSAN long life Antifreeze/Coolant (blue) or equivalent with proper mixture ratio of 50% an ti-
freeze and 50% demineralized or distilled water. Mixing any other type of coolant or the use of non-distilled water will reduce the life
expectancy of the factory fill coolant.
(4) Periodic maintenance is not required. However, if valve noise increases, inspect valve clearance.
Maintenance items and intervals with “*” are recommended by NISSAN for reliab le vehicle operation. The owner need not perform such
maintenance in order to maintain the emission warranty or manufacturer recall liability. Other maintenance items and intervals are
required.
Chassis and Body Maintenance
Abbreviations: R = Replace. I = Inspec t. Correct or replace if necessary. .
MAINTENANCE OPERATION MAINTENANCE INTERVAL
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Perform at number of miles,
kilometers or months, which-
ever comes first. Miles x
1,000
(km x
1,000)
Months 7.5
(12) 6 15
(24) 12 22.5
(36) 18 30
(48) 24 37.5
(60) 30 45
(72) 36 52.5
(84) 42 60
(96) 48
Drive belt NOTE (1) I*EM-13
(HR)
EM-132
(MR)
Air cleaner filter [R][R]EM-16
(HR)
EM-136
(MR)
EVAP vapor lines I*I*MA-25
(HR)
MA-36
(MR)
Fuel lines I*I*FL-5
Fuel filter NOTE (2) —
Engine coolant* NOTE (3) CO-11
(HR)
CO-36
(MR)
Engine oil RR R RRRRR LU-8
(HR)
LU-18
(MR)
Engine oil filter (Use genuine
oil filter or equivalent.) RR R RRRRR LU-9
(HR)
LU-20
(MR)
Spark plugs (Iridium/plati-
num - tipped type) Replace every 105,000 miles (168,000 km) EM-17
(HR)
EM-151
(MR)
Intake and exhaust valve
clearance* NOTE (4)
EM-114
(HR)
EM-230
(MR)
MAINTENANCE OPERATION MAINTENANCE INTERVAL
Reference Sec-
tion - Page or -
Content Title
Perform at number of miles, kilo-
meters or months, whichever
comes first. Miles x 1,000
(km x 1,000)
Months 7.5
(12)
6 15
(24)
12 22.5
(36)
18 30
(48)
24 37.5
(60)
30 45
(72)
36 52.5
(84)
42 60
(96)
48
B ra ke lin e s & cab le s IIII MA-46
Brake pads, rotors, drums & lin-
ings IIII
MA-46
MA-46
Manual transaxle oil or automatic
transaxle fluid IIIIMT-11

(RS5F91R)
MT-54

(RS6F94R)
AT- 1 7
(A/T)
C VT flu id NO TE (1) IIII CVT-15

(RE0F08B)
Steering gear & linkage, axle &
suspension parts II
PS-15
, MA-47
Tire rotation NOTE (2) WT-7
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RECOMMENDED FLUIDS AND LUBRICANTS
RECOMMENDED FLUIDS AND LUBRICANTS
Fluids and LubricantsINFOID:0000000005931134
*1: For further details, see “Engine Oil Recommendation”.
*2: If Genuine NISSAN gear oil is not available, API GL-4, Viscosity SAE 75W-85 may also be used as a temporary replacement. How-
ever, use Genuine NISSAN gear oil as soon as it is available.
*3: If Genuine NISSAN ge ar oil is not available, API GL-4, Viscosity SAE 75W-80 may be used as a temporary replacement. However
use Genuine NISSAN gear oil as soon as it is available.
*4: If Genuine NISSAN Matic S ATF is not available, Genuine NISSIAN Matic D ATF may also be used. Using automatic transmission
other than Genuine NISSAN Matic S or Genuine NISSIAN Matic D ATF will cause deteri oration in driveability and automatic transmis-
sion durability, and may damage the automatic transmission, which is not covered by th e NISSAN new vehicle limited warranty.
*5: Use only Genuine NISSAN CVT Fluid NS-2. Using transmission fluid other than Genuine NISSAN CVT Fluid NS-2 will dam-
age the CVT, which is not covered by the NISSAN new vehicle limited warranty.
*6: Available in mainland U.S.A. through a NISSAN dealer.
*7: For further details, see “Air conditioner specification label”. Description
Capacity (Approximate)
Recommended Fluids/Lubricants
Liter US measure Imp measure
Fuel 50.0 13 1/4 gal 11 galUnleaded gasoline with an octane
rating of at least 87 AKI (RON 91)
Engine oil
Drain and refill With oil filter
change
HR16DE 3.0 3 1/8 qt 2 5/8 qt
• Engine oil with API Certification Mark *1
• Viscosity SAE 5W-30
MR18DE 4.1 4 3/8 qt 3 5/8 qt
Without oil
filter change HR16DE 2.8
3 qt 2 1/2 qt
MR18DE 3.9 4 1/8 qt 3 3/8 qt
Dry engine (engine overhaul) HR16DE 3.5 3 3/4 qt 3 1/8 qt
MR18DE 4.9 5 1/8 qt 4 3/8 qt
Cooling system
(with reservoir at max level) HR16DE 6.3 6 5/8 qt 5 1/2 qt Genuine NISSAN Long Life Anti-
freeze / Coolant (blue) or equivalent
MR18DE 6.8 7 1/4 qt 6 qt
Manual transaxle fluid (MTF) 5MT
2.6 5 1/2 pt 4 5/8 pt Genuine NISSAN Manual Transmis-
sion Fluid (MTF) HQ Multi 75W-85 or
equivalent*2
6MT 2.0 4 1/4 pt 3 1/2 pt Genuine NISSAN gear oil (Chevron
Texaco ETL8997B) 75W-80, or
equivalent *3
Automatic transaxle fluid (ATF) HR16DE 7.7 8 1/8 qt 6 3/4 qt
Genuine NISSAN Matic S ATF*4
MR18DE 7.9 8 3/8 qt 7 qt
CVT fluid RE0F08B 6.9 7 1/4 qt 6 1/8 qt Genuine NISSAN CVT Fluid NS-2 *5
Brake and clutch fluid ———Genuine NISSAN Super Heavy Duty
Brake Fluid*6 or equivalent DOT 3
(US FMVSS No. 116)
Multi-purpose grease ——— NLGI No. 2 (Lithium soap base)
Windshield washer fluid 4.5 4 3/4 qt 4 qtGenuine NISSAN Windshield Wash-
er Concentrate Cleaner & Anti-
Freeze or equivalent
Air conditioning system refrigerant 0.45 ± 0.05 kg 0.99 ± 0.11 lb 0.99 ± 0.11 lb HFC-134a (R-134a) *7
Air conditioning system oil MR18DE -
Typ e 1
and
HR16DE
120 m
4.1 fl oz 4.2 fl oz A/C System Oil Type R (DH-PR) *7
MR18DE -
Typ e 2 100 m
3.4 fl oz 3.5 fl oz A/C System Oil Type S (DH-PS)*7
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SAE Viscosity NumberINFOID:0000000005931135
NISSAN recommends the use of an energy conser ving oil in order to improve fuel economy.
Select only engine oils that meet the American Petroleum Institute (API) certification and International Lubrica-
tion Standardization and Approval Committee (ILSAC) ce rtification 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.
Anti-freeze Coolant Mixture RatioINFOID:0000000005931136
The engine cooling system is filled at the factory wit h a high-quality, long life, year-round, anti-freeze coolant
solution. The anti-freeze solution contains rust and corrosion inhibitors. Therefore, additional cooling system
additives are not necessary.
CAUTION:
• When adding or replacing coolant, be sure to u se only Genuine NISSAN Long Life AntiFreeze / Cool-
ant (blue) or equivalent with the proper mixture ratio of 50% an ti-freeze and 50% demineralized or
distilled water.
• Mixing any other type of coolant or the use of non-distilled water will reduce the life expectancy of
the factory-fi ll coolant.
SAIA1514E
1. API certification mark 2. API service symbol
For outside temperatures down to :Genuine NISSAN Anti-freeze /
Coolant (blue) or equivalent Demineralized water or distilled
water
° C °F
-35 -3050% 50%
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ENGINE MAINTENANCE (HR16DE)
AIR CLEANER FILTER : Removal and Installation
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REMOVAL
1. Push the tabs (A) of both ends of the air cleaner cover (1) into the inside (B).
2. Pull up the air cleaner cover (1) and remove it (C).
3. Remove air cleaner filter (1) and holder (2) assembly from the air cleaner case.
4. Remove the air cleaner filter (1) from the holder (2).
INSPECTION AFTER REMOVAL
It is necessary to replace the air cleaner filter at the recommended intervals, more often under dusty driving
conditions. Refer to MA-9, "
Introduction of Periodic Maintenance".
INSTALLATION
Installation is in the reverse order of removal.
• Install the air cleaner cover (1) in the direction shown.
• Air cleaner filter (2)
• Holder (3)
ENGINE OIL
ENGINE OIL : InspectionINFOID:0000000005931143
ENGINE OIL LEVEL
NOTE:
Park vehicle on a level surface, wait 10 minutes and check the engine oil level.
1. Pull out oil level gauge and wipe it clean.
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4. Install oil pressure gauge and hose.
5. Start engine and warm it up to normal operating temperature.
6. Check oil pressure with engine running under no-load. Refer to LU-11, "
Engine Oil Pressure".
If difference is extreme, check oil passage and oil pump for oil leaks.
NOTE:
When engine oil temperature is low, engine oil pressure becomes high.
7. After the inspections, install oil pressure switch as follows:
a. Remove old liquid gasket adhering to oil pressure switch and engine.
b. Apply liquid gasket and tighten oil pressure switch to specification. Use Genuine Silicone RTV Sealant or equivalent. Refer to GI-42, "
Recommended Chemical Product
and Sealant".
c. Check engine oil level.
d. After warming up engine, make sure there are no leaks of engine oil with running engine.
8. Install engine under cover. Refer to EI-15, "
Removal and Installation".
ENGINE OIL : DrainingINFOID:0000000005931144
WARNING:
• Be careful not to burn yourself, as engine oil may be hot.
• Prolonged and repeated contact with used engine oil may cause ski n cancer. Try to avoid direct skin
contact with used engine oil. If skin contact is made, wash thoroughly with soap or hand cleaner as
soon as possible.
1. Warm up the engine, park vehicle on a level surface and check for engine oil leakage from engine compo- nents. Refer to MA-20, "
ENGINE OIL : Inspection".
2. Stop the engine and wait for 10 minutes.
3. Loosen oil filler cap.
4. Remove drain plug and then drain engine oil.
ENGINE OIL : RefillingINFOID:0000000005931145
1. Install drain plug with new washer. Refer to EM-39, "Exploded View".
CAUTION:
Be sure to clean drain plug and install with new washer.
2. Refill with new engine oil. Engine oil specification and viscosity: Refer to MA-14, "
Fluids and Lubricants".
CAUTION:
• The refill capacity depends on the engine oi l temperature and drain time. Use these specifica-
tions for reference only.
• Always use oil level gauge to determine the pr oper amount of engine oil in the engine.
3. Warm up engine and check area around drain plug and oil filter for engine oil leakage.
4. Stop engine and wait for 10 minutes.
5. Check the engine oil level. Refer to MA-20, "
ENGINE OIL : Inspection".
Tool number : ST25051001 (J-25695-1)
: ST25052000 (J-25695-2)
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Oil pressure switch : Refer to EM-89, "Exploded View".
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ENGINE MAINTENANCE (MR18DE)
AIR CLEANER FILTER : Changing Air Cleaner Filter
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REMOVAL
1. Push the tabs (A) of both ends of the air cleaner cover (1) into the inside (B).
2. Pull up the air cleaner cover (1) and remove it (C).
3. Remove the air cleaner filter (1) and holder (2) assembly from the air cleaner case.
4. Remove the air cleaner filter (1) from the holder (2).
INSPECTION AFTER REMOVAL
It is necessary to replace the air cleaner filter at the recommended intervals, more often under dusty driving
conditions. Refer to MA-9, "
Introduction of Periodic Maintenance".
INSTALLATION
Installation is in the reverse order of removal.
• Install the air cleaner cover (1) in the direction shown.
• Air cleaner filter (2)
• Holder (3)
ENGINE OIL
ENGINE OIL : InspectionINFOID:0000000005931158
ENGINE OIL LEVEL
NOTE:
Park vehicle on a level surface, wait 10 minutes and check the engine oil level.
1. Pull out oil level gauge and wipe it clean.
10. Clip 11. Resonator 12. Grommet
13. Air cleaner case A. To electric throttle control actuator B. To rocker cover
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ENGINE MAINTENANCE (MR18DE)
4. Install oil pressure gauge and hose.
5. Start engine and warm it up to normal operating temperature.
6. Check oil pressure with engine running under no-load. Refer to LU-23, "
Standard and Limit".
If difference is extreme, check oil passage and oil pump for oil leaks.
NOTE:
When engine oil temperature is low, engine oil pressure becomes high.
7. After the inspections, install oil pressure switch as follows:
a. Remove old liquid gasket adhering to oil pressure switch and engine.
b. Apply liquid gasket and tighten oil pressure switch to specification. Use Genuine Silicone RTV Sealant or equivalent. Refer to GI-42, "
Recommended Chemical Product
and Sealant".
c. Check engine oil level.
d. After warming up engine, make sure there are no leaks of engine oil with running engine.
8. Install engine under cover. Refer to EI-15, "
Removal and Installation".
ENGINE OIL : Changing Engine OilINFOID:0000000005931159
WARNING:
• Be careful not to burn yourself, as engine oil may be hot.
• Prolonged and repeated contact with used engine oil may cause ski n cancer. Try to avoid direct skin
contact with used engine oil. If skin contact is made, wash thoroughly with soap or hand cleaner as
soon as possible.
1. Warm up the engine, park vehicle on a level surface and check for engine oil leakage from engine compo- nents. Refer to MA-30, "
ENGINE OIL : Inspection".
2. Stop the engine and wait for 10 minutes. Tool number : ST25051001 (J-25695-1)
: ST25052000 (J-25695-2)
WBIA0571E
Oil pressure switch : 14.7 N·m (1.5 kg-m, 11 ft-lb)
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PRECAUTIONS
5. When the repair work is completed, return the ignition switch to the
″LOCK ″ position before connecting
the battery cables. (At this time, the steering lock mechanism will engage.)
6. Perform a self-diagnosis check of a ll control units using CONSULT-III.
Precaution for Procedure without Cowl Top CoverINFOID:0000000005929655
When performing the procedure after removing cowl top cover, cover
the lower end of windshield with urethane, etc.
Service Notice or PrecautionINFOID:0000000005929656
•Use recommended brake fluid when adding flui d to the clutch reservoir tank. Refer to MA-14.
• Never reuse fluid drained from clutch system.
• Be careful not to splash brake fluid on painted areas.
• Use new brake fluid to clean or wash all part s of master cylinder and operating cylinder.
• Never use mineral oils such as gasoline or kerosene. It will ruin the rubber parts of the hydraulic sys-
tem.
• If transaxle assembly is removed from the vehicle , always replace CSC (Concentric slave cylinder).
Return CSC to original position to remove transaxle assembly. Dust on clutch disc sliding parts may
damage CSC seal and may cause clutch fluid leakage.
• Do not disassemble clutch master cylinder and CSC.
WARNING:
After cleaning clutch disc, clean it with a dust collector. Do not use compressed air.
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