recommended oil NISSAN VERSA 2006 Workshop Service Owner's Manual

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PERIODIC MAINTENANCE
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(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.
(3) After 60,000 miles (96,000 km) or 48 months, replace every 30,000 miles (48,000 km) or 24 months.
(4) 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 intervals are
required.
CHASSIS AND BODY MAINTENANCE
Abbreviations: R = Replace. I = Inspect. Correct or replace if necessary. L = Lubricate.
(1) Using transmission fluid other than Genuine NISSAN CVT Fluid NS-2 will damage the CVT, which is not covered by the NIS-
SAN new vehicle limited warranty.
(2) Refer to “Tire rotation” under the “GENERAL MAINTENANCE” heading earlier in this section.Spark plugs (Iridium/plati-
num-tipped type)Replace every 105,000 miles (169,000 km)MA-18
Intake and exhaust valve
clearance)NOTE (4)EM-107, "Valve Clear-
ance"
MAINTENANCE OPERATIONMAINTENANCE INTERVAL
Reference
Section - Page
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Title Perform at number of miles,
kilometers or months,
whichever comes first.Miles x
1,000
(km x
1,000)
Months7.5
(12)
615
(24)
1222.5
(36)
1830
(48)
2437.5
(60)
3045
(72)
3652.5
(84)
4260
(96)
48
MAINTENANCE OPERATIONMAINTENANCE INTERVAL
Reference Sec-
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Content Title Perform at number of miles, kilo-
meters or months, whichever
comes first.Miles x 1,000
(km x 1,000)
Months7.5
(12)
615
(24)
1222.5
(36)
1830
(48)
2437.5
(60)
3045
(72)
3652.5
(84)
4260
(96)
48
Brake lines & cables I I I IMA-24
Brake pads, rotors, drums & lin-
ings IIIIMA-25
Manual transaxle oil or automatic
transaxle fluidIIIIMA-22 or MA-22
CVT fluid NOTE (1) IIIIMA-20
Steering gear & linkage, axle &
suspension partsIIMA-26, PS-13
Tire rotation NOTE (2)MA-24
Front drive shaft boots I I I IMA-27
Exhaust system I IMA-20
In-cabin microfilter R R R RMA-20

RECOMMENDED FLUIDS AND LUBRICANTS
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RECOMMENDED FLUIDS AND LUBRICANTSPFP:00000
Fluids and LubricantsELS001YG
*1: For further details, see “SAE Viscosity Number”.
*2: DEXRONTM III / MERCONTM , 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 DEXRONTM III / MERCONTM Automatic
Transmission Fluid.
*3: Using transaxle fluid other than Genuine NISSAN CVT Fluid NS-2 will damage the CVT, which is not covered by the NISSAN
new vehicle limited warranty.
*4: Available in mainland U.S.A. through your NISSAN dealer.
*5: For further details, see “Air conditioner specification label”.DescriptionCapacity (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 refillWith oil filter
change3.9 4 1/8 qt 3 3/8 qt

API Certification Mark *2 *3

API grade SH, SJ, SL or SM, Energy
Conserving *2 *3

ILSAC grade GF-2, GF-3 & GF-4 *2 *3 Without oil fil-
ter change3.7 3 7/8 qt 3 1/4 qt
Dry engine (engine overhaul) 4.9 5 1/8 qt 4 3/8 qt
Cooling system
(with reservoir at max level)6.8 7 1/4 qt 6 qtGenuine NISSAN Long Life Anti-freeze
Coolant or equivalent
Manual transaxle fluid (MTF) 2.0 4 1/4 pt 3 1/2 ptELF XT4447 M+ 75W-80 or API GL-4, Vis-
cosity SAE 75W-80
Automatic transaxle fluid (ATF) 7.9 8 3/8 qt 7 qtGenuine NISSAN Matic “D” ATF (Conti-
nental U.S. and Alaska) or Canada NIS-
SAN Automatic Transmission Fluid *2
CVT fluid 8.3 8 3/4 qt 7 1/4 qt Genuine NISSAN CVT Fluid NS-2 *3
Brake and clutch fluid — — —Genuine NISSAN Super Heavy Duty
Brake Fluid*4 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 Washer
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) *5
Air conditioning
system oilType 1
120 m4.1 fl oz 4.2 fl ozNISSAN A/C System Lubricant Type R or
equivalent *5
Type 2
100 m3.4 fl oz 3.5 fl ozNISSAN A/C System Lubricant Type S or
equivalent *5

MA-12
RECOMMENDED FLUIDS AND LUBRICANTS
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SAE Viscosity NumberELS001YH
SAE 5W-30 viscosity oil is preferred for all temperatures. SAE 10W-
30 and 10W-40 viscosity oil may be used if the ambient temperature
is above −18°C (0°F).
NOTE:
Use of 5W-30 viscosity oil will increase fuel economy.
Anti-freeze Coolant Mixture RatioELS001YI
The engine cooling system is filled at the factory with 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 use only a Genuine NISSAN Long Life Anti-Freeze
coolant or equivalent with the proper mixture ratio.

The use of other types of coolant solutions may damage the engine cooling system.
MMA117AA
Maximum outside temperature Genuine NISSAN Anti-freeze
Coolant or equivalentDemineralized water or distilled
water
°C°F
-35 -30 50% 50%

MA-16
ENGINE MAINTENANCE
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Changing Air Cleaner FilterELS001Y0
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 forward (C) and remove it.
3. Remove the air cleaner filter (1) and holder (2) assembly from
the air cleaner case.
4. Remove the air cleaner filter from the holder.
INSPECTION AFTER REMOVAL
It is necessary to clean air cleaner filter or replace it at the recommended intervals, more often under dusty
driving conditions. Refer to MA-7, "
PERIODIC MAINTENANCE" .

Blow air into the back side of air cleaner filter until no any object
sprays out.
INSTALLATION
Note the following, and install in the reverse order of removal.

Install the air cleaner cover (1) in the direction shown in the fig-
ure.

Air cleaner filter (2)

Holder (3)
Changing Engine OilELS0020M
WAR NIN G:

Be careful not to burn yourself, as engine oil may be hot.
PBIC3557J
PBIC3558J
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ENGINE MAINTENANCE
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Prolonged and repeated contact with used engine oil may cause skin 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 engine, park vehicle on a level surface and check for engine oil leakage from engine compo-
nents. Refer to LU-5, "
ENGINE OIL LEAKAGE" .
2. Stop engine and wait for 10 minutes.
3. Loosen oil filler cap (1) and then remove drain plug (2).

Oil filter (3)

Vehicle front
4. Drain engine oil.
5. Install drain plug (2) with new washer. Refer to EM-24, "
OIL
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CAUTION:
Be sure to clean drain plug (2) and install with new washer.
6. Refill with new engine oil. Refer to MA-11, "
RECOMMENDED
FLUIDS AND LUBRICANTS" .
CAUTION:

The refill capacity depends on the engine oil temperature
and drain time. Use these specifications for reference
only.

Always use oil level gauge to determine the proper
amount of engine oil in the engine.
7. Warm up engine and check area around drain plug (2) and oil fil-
ter (3) for engine oil leakage.
8. Stop engine and wait for 10 minutes.
9. Check the engine oil level. Refer to LU-5, "
ENGINE OIL LEVEL"
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Engine Oil FilterELS0020N
REMOVAL
1. Remove oil filter using Tool (A).

⇐ Front
CAUTION:

Oil filter is provided with relief valve. Use Genuine NIS-
SAN Oil Filter or equivalent.

Be careful not to get burned when engine and engine oil
may be hot.

When removing, prepare a shop cloth to absorb any
engine oil leakage or spillage.

Do not allow engine oil to adhere to drive belt.

Completely wipe off any engine oil that adheres to engine and vehicle.
INSTALLATION
1. Remove foreign materials adhering to the oil filter installation surface.
PBIC3915E
Tool number : KV10115801 (J-38956)
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TRANSAXLE ASSEMBLY
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Disassembly and AssemblyUCS005LR
COMPONENTS
Case and Housing Components
1. Filler plug 2. Gasket 3. Transaxle case
4. Bushing 5. Shift finger 6. Snap ring
7. Oil gutter 8. Oil channel 9. Position switch
10. Shift lever oil seal 11. Shift lever 12. Retaining pin
13. Bracket 14. Differential side oil seal 15. Control lever oil seal
16. Control lever 17. Magnet 18. Drain plug
19. Input shaft oil seal 20. CSC (Concentric Slave Cylinder) 21. Clutch housing
22. 2way connector 23. Pinion shaft 24. Pinion gear
Apply Genuine Silicone RTV or the equivalent. Refer to GI-XX, "Recommended chemical products and sealants"
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TRANSAXLE ASSEMBLY
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21. Install reverse gear assembly (1) according to the following.
a. Lift up the input shaft assembly (2) and mainshaft assembly (3).
b. Install reverse gear assembly (1) and reverse fork rod (4) to
clutch housing.
22. While lifting up fork rod (1), install 3rd-4th and 5th-6th fork rod
assembly to clutch housing.
23. Install retaining pin into 5th-6th shift fork using a suitable tool.
CAUTION:
Do not reuse retaining pin.
24. Move 1st-2nd fork rod (1), 3rd-4th and 5th-6th fork rod assembly
(2), and reverse fork rod (3) to neutral position.
25. Install selector (4) into clutch housing.
26. Install spring of selector into return bushing.
27. Install bearing preloading shim onto mainshaft assembly.
28. Apply recommended sealant onto the mating surface of tran-
saxle case.

Use Genuine Silicone RTV or equivalent. Refer to GI-XX,
"Recommended chemical products and sealants".
CAUTION:

Remove old sealant adhering to the mating surfaces.
Also remove any moisture, oil, or foreign material adhering to both mating surfaces.

Check for damage on the mating surface.

Apply a continuous bead of liquid gasket to the mating surface.
PCIB1701E
PCIB1700E
PCIB1699E
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TRANSAXLE ASSEMBLY
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29. Engage shift finger and selector by moving control lever (1).
Install transaxle case to clutch housing.
30. Install seal washer and reverse idler shaft bolt ( ), and then
tighten bolt to specification. Refer to MT-18, "
Gear Components"
.
CAUTION:
Do not reuse seal washer.
31. Tighten bolts to specification. Refer to MT-17, "
Case and Hous-
ing Components" .
32. Apply sealant to the threads of position switch (1). Then install it
into transaxle case and tighten to specification. Refer to MT-17,
"Case and Housing Components" .

Use Genuine Silicone RTV or equivalent. Refer to GI-XX,
"Recommended chemical products and sealants".
33. Install bracket (2), and tighten bolt to specification. Refer to MT-
17, "Case and Housing Components" .
34. Install shift lever (3), and then install retaining pin using a suit-
able tool.
CAUTION:
Do not reuse retaining pin.
35. Install CSC onto clutch housing. Refer to MT-17, "
Case and Housing Components" .
36. Install a new gasket onto drain plug, and then install it into clutch housing. Tighten drain plug to specifica-
tion. Refer to MT-17, "
Case and Housing Components" .
37. Install a new gasket onto filler plug, and then install it into transaxle case. Tighten filler plug to specifica-
tion. Refer to MT-17, "
Case and Housing Components" .
CAUTION:

Do not reuse gasket.

After oil is filled, tighten filler plug to specification. Refer to MT-17, "Case and Housing Compo-
nents"
SCIA7783E
PCIB1695E
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PRECAUTIONS
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Precautions for Service EquipmentEJS00571
RECOVERY/RECYCLING EQUIPMENT
Be certain to follow the manufacturer’s instructions for machine operation and machine maintenance. Never
introduce any refrigerant other than that specified into the machine.
ELECTRONIC LEAK DETECTOR
Be certain to follow the manufacturer’s instructions for tester operation and tester maintenance.
VACUUM PUMP
The oil contained inside the vacuum pump is not compatible with the
specified oil for HFC-134a (R-134a) A/C systems. The vent side of
the vacuum pump is exposed to atmospheric pressure. So the vac-
uum pump oil may migrate out of the pump into the service hose.
This is possible when the pump is switched off after evacuation (vac-
uuming) and hose is connected to it.
To prevent this migration, use a manual valve placed near the hose-
to-pump connection, as follows.

Usually vacuum pumps have a manual isolator valve as part of
the pump. Close this valve to isolate the service hose from the
pump.

For pumps without an isolator, use a hose equipped with a man-
ual shut-off valve near the pump end. Close the valve to isolate
the hose from the pump.

If the hose has an automatic shut-off valve, disconnect the hose
from the pump. As long as the hose is connected, the valve is
open and lubricating oil may migrate.
Some one-way valves open when vacuum is applied and close
under a no vacuum condition. Such valves may restrict the pump’s
ability to pull a deep vacuum and are not recommended.
MANIFOLD GAUGE SET
Be certain that the gauge face indicates HFC-134a or R-134a. Be
sure the gauge set has 1/2″-16 ACME threaded connections for ser-
vice hoses. Confirm the set has been used only with refrigerant
HFC-134a (R-134a) and specified oils.
SERVICE HOSES
Be certain that the service hoses display the markings described
(colored hose with black stripe). All hoses must include positive shut-
off devices (either manual or automatic) near the end of the hoses
opposite the manifold gauge.
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SERVICE COUPLERS
Never attempt to connect HFC-134a (R-134a) service couplers to a
CFC-12 (R-12) A/C system. The HFC-134a (R-134a) couplers will
not properly connect to the CFC-12 (R-12) system. However, if an
improper connection is attempted, discharging and contamination
may occur.
REFRIGERANT WEIGHT SCALE
Verify that no refrigerant other than HFC-134a (R-134a) and speci-
fied oils have been used with the scale. If the scale controls refriger-
ant flow electronically, the hose fitting must be 1/2″-16 ACME.
CHARGING CYLINDER
Using a charging cylinder is not recommended. Refrigerant may be vented into air from cylinder’s top valve
when filling the cylinder with refrigerant. Also, the accuracy of the cylinder is generally less than that of an
electronic scale or of quality recycle/recharge equipment.
Precautions for Leak Detection DyeEJS00572

The A/C system contains a fluorescent leak detection dye used for locating refrigerant leaks. An ultraviolet
(UV) lamp is required to illuminate the dye when inspecting for leaks.

Always wear fluorescence enhancing UV safety goggles to protect your eyes and enhance the visibility of
the fluorescent dye.

The fluorescent dye leak detector is not a replacement for an electronic refrigerant leak detector. The fluo-
rescent dye leak detector should be used in conjunction with an electronic refrigerant leak detector to pin-
point refrigerant leaks.

For your safety and your customer’s satisfaction, read and follow all manufacture’s operating instructions
and precautions prior to performing the work.

A compressor shaft seal should not be repaired because of dye seepage. The compressor shaft seal
should only be repaired after confirming the leak with an electronic refrigerant leak detector.

Always remove any remaining dye from the leak area after repairs are complete to avoid a misdiagnosis
during a future service.

Do not allow dye to come into contact with painted body panels or interior components. If dye is spilled,
clean immediately with the approved dye cleaner. Fluorescent dye left on a surface for an extended period
of time cannot be removed.

Do not spray the fluorescent dye cleaning agent on hot surfaces (engine exhaust manifold, etc.).

Do not use more than one refrigerant dye bottle (1/4 ounce /7.4 cc) per A/C system.

Leak detection dyes for HFC-134a (R-134a) and CFC-12 (R-12) A/C systems are different. Do not use
HFC-134a (R-134a) leak detection dye in CFC-12 (R-12) A/C system or CFC-12 (R-12) leak detector dye
in HFC-134a (R-134a) A/C system or A/C system damage may result.

The fluorescent properties of the dye will remain for over three (3) years unless a compressor malfunction
occurs.
IDENTIFICATION LABEL FOR VEHICLE
Vehicles with factory installed fluorescent dye have this identification label on the front side of hood.
Shut-off valve rotation A/C service valve
Clockwise Open
Counterclockwise Close
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