Nissan Altima (2024 year). Manual in english

In order to maintain the appearance of
your vehicle, it is important to take proper
care of it.

To protect the paint surfaces, wash your
vehicle as soon as you can:
• After a rainfall to prevent possible dam-

age from acid rain.

• After driving on coastal roads.
• When contaminants such as soot, bird

droppings, tree sap, metal particles or
bugs get on the paint surface.

• When dust or mud builds up on the

surface.

Whenever possible, store or park your ve-
hicle inside a garage or in a covered area.

When it is necessary to park outside, park in
a shady area or protect the vehicle with a
body cover.

Be careful not to scratch the paint sur-
face when putting on or removing the
body cover.

WASHING

Wash dirt off with a wet sponge and plenty
of water. Clean the vehicle thoroughly us-
ing a mild soap, a special vehicle soap or
general purpose dishwashing liquid mixed
with clean, lukewarm (never hot) water.

CAUTION

•

Do not concentrate water spray di-
rectly on the sonar sensors (if so
equipped) on the bumper as this will
result in damage to the sensors. Do
not use pressure washers capable of
spraying water over 1,200 psi (8,274
kPa) to wash your vehicle. Use of
high-pressure washers over 1,200 psi
(8,274 kPa) can result in damage to or
removal of paint or graphics. Avoid
using a high-pressure washer closer
than 12 inches (30 cm) to the vehicle.
Always use a wide-angle nozzle only,
keep the nozzle moving and do not
concentrate the water spray on any
one area.

•

Do not use car washes that use acid
in the detergent. Some car washes,
especially brushless ones, use some
acid for cleaning. The acid may react
with some plastic vehicle compo-
nents, causing them to crack. This
could affect their appearance, and
also could cause them not to func-
tion properly. Always check with your
car wash to confirm that acid is not
used.

•

Do not wash the vehicle with strong
household soap, strong chemical de-
tergents, gasoline or solvents.

•

Do not wash the vehicle in direct
sunlight or while the vehicle body is
hot, as the surface may become
water-spotted.

•

Avoid using tight-napped or rough
cloths, such as washing mitts. Care
must

taken

when

removing

caked-on dirt or other foreign sub-
stances so the paint surface is not
scratched or damaged.

Rinse the vehicle thoroughly with plenty of
clean water.

Inside edges, seams and folds on the
doors, hatches and hood are particularly
vulnerable to the effects of road salt. There-
fore, these areas must be cleaned regularly.
Take care that the drain holes in the lower
edge of the door are open. Spray water
under the body and in the wheel wells to
loosen the dirt and wash away road salt.

A damp chamois can be used to dry the
vehicle to avoid water spots.

CLEANING EXTERIOR

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WAXING

Regular waxing protects the paint surface
and helps retain new vehicle appearance.
Polishing is recommended to remove
built-up wax residue and to avoid a weath-
ered appearance before re-applying wax.

It is recommended that you visit a NISSAN
dealer to assist you in choosing the proper
product.
• Wax your vehicle only after a thorough

washing. Follow the instructions supplied
with the wax.

• Do not use a wax containing any abra-

sives, cutting compounds or cleaners
that may damage the vehicle finish.

Machine compounding or aggressive pol-
ishing on a base coat/clear coat paint fin-
ish may dull the finish or leave swirl marks.

REMOVING SPOTS

Remove tar and oil spots, industrial dust,
insects, and tree sap as quickly as possible
from the surface of the paint to avoid last-
ing damage or staining. Special cleaning
products are available at a NISSAN dealer
or any automotive accessory store. It is
recommended that you visit a NISSAN
dealer for these products.

UNDERBODY

In areas where road salt is used in winter, it
is necessary to clean the underbody regu-
larly in order to prevent dirt and salt from
building up and causing the acceleration of
corrosion on the underbody and suspen-
sion. Before the winter period and again in
the spring, the underseal must be checked
and, if necessary, re-treated.

GLASS

When cleaning the rear window, it may be
easier to clean if the high-mounted stop
light is removed first.

Be careful when removing the high-
mounted stop light to reduce the risk of
damaging the high-mounted stop light
wires.

To remove the high-mounted stop light:

1. Push downward on the plastic shelf

around the stop light

, lift upwards on

the stop light, releasing it from the shelf

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2. Once it is released from the shelf, gently

pull the stop light towards the rear seat-
back

The high-mounted stop light must be
properly reinstalled before driving your
vehicle.

Use glass cleaner to remove smoke and
dust film from the glass surfaces. It is nor-
mal for glass to become coated with a film
after the vehicle is parked in the hot sun.
Glass cleaner and a soft cloth will easily
remove this film.

To reinstall the high-mounted stop light,
reverse steps

, then

CAUTION

When cleaning the inside of the win-
dows, do not use sharp-edged tools,
abrasive cleaners or chlorine-based
disinfectant cleaners. They could dam-
age the electrical conductors, radio an-
tenna elements or rear window de-
froster elements.

ALUMINUM ALLOY WHEELS (if so
equipped)

Wash the wheels regularly with a sponge
dampened in a mild soap solution, espe-
cially during winter months in areas where
road salt is used. If not removed, road salt
can discolor the wheels.

CAUTION

Follow the directions below to avoid
staining or discoloring the wheels:

•

Do not use a cleaner that uses strong
acid or alkali contents to clean the
wheels.

•

Do not apply wheel cleaners to the
wheels when they are hot. The wheel
temperature should be the same as
ambient temperature.

•

Rinse the wheel to completely re-
move the cleaner within 15 minutes
after the cleaner is applied.

CHROME PARTS

Clean all chrome parts regularly with a
non-abrasive chrome polish to maintain
the finish.

CAUTION

Follow the directions below to avoid
staining or discoloring the chrome
parts:

•

Do not use a cleaner that uses strong
acid or alkali contents to clean the
chrome parts.

TIRE DRESSINGS

NISSAN does not recommend the use of
tire dressings. Tire manufacturers apply a
coating to the tires to help reduce discolor-
ation of the rubber. If a tire dressing is ap-
plied to the tires, it may react with the coat-
ing and form a compound. This compound
may come off the tire while driving and
stain the vehicle paint.

If you choose to use a tire dressing, take the
following precautions:
• Use a water-based tire dressing. The

coating on the tire dissolves more easily
than with an oil-based tire dressing.

• Apply a light coat of tire dressing to help

prevent it from entering the tire tread/
grooves (where it would be difficult to
remove).

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• Wipe off excess tire dressing using a dry

towel. Make sure the tire dressing is com-
pletely removed from the tire tread/
grooves.

• Allow the tire dressing to dry as recom-

mended by the tire dressing manufacturer.

Occasionally remove loose dust from the
interior trim, plastic parts and seats using a
vacuum cleaner or soft bristled brush. Wipe
the vinyl and leather (if so equipped) sur-
faces with a clean, soft cloth dampened in
mild soap solution, then wipe clean with a
dry, soft cloth.

Regular care and cleaning is required in
order to maintain the appearance of the
leather (if so equipped).

Before using any fabric protector, read the
manufacturer's recommendations. Some
fabric protectors contain chemicals that
may stain or bleach the seat material.

Use a cloth dampened only with water to
clean the meter and gauge lens.

WARNING

•

Do not use wax or silicone based prod-
ucts in the interior of the vehicle. Doing
so may cause damage to interior
parts, electrical devices, or electronics.

•

Do not use water or acidic cleaners
(hot steam cleaners) on the seat. This
can damage the seat or occupant clas-
sification sensor. This can also affect
the operation of the air bag system
and result in serious personal injury.

CAUTION

•

Never use benzine, thinner or any
similar material.

•

Small dirt particles can be abrasive
and damaging to leather surfaces
and should be removed promptly.
Do not use saddle soap, car waxes,
polishes, oils, cleaning fluids, sol-
vents,

detergents

ammonia-

based cleaners as they may damage
the leather's natural finish.

•

Never use fabric protectors unless
recommended by the manufacturer.

•

Do not use glass or plastic cleaner on
meter or gauge lens covers. It may
damage the lens cover.

•

Never use chloride solutions for
cleaning aluminum decoratives (if so
equipped), damage may occur.

CLEANING INTERIOR

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7-5

AIR FRESHENERS

Most air fresheners use a solvent that
could affect the vehicle interior. If you use
an air freshener, take the following precau-
tions:
• Hanging-type air fresheners can cause

permanent discoloration when they con-
tact vehicle interior surfaces. Place the air
freshener in a location that allows it to
hang free and not contact an interior
surface.

• Liquid-type air fresheners typically clip on

the vents. These products can cause
immediate damage and discoloration
when spilled on interior surfaces.

Carefully read and follow the manufactur-
er's instructions before using the air
fresheners.

POWER MOONROOF (if so
equipped)

The sunshade is made from a tricot
material.

CAUTION

To help prevent damaging the moon-
roof while cleaning:

•

Do not rub the material with a cloth.
Doing so can damage the surface of
the material or cause a stain to
spread.

•

Never use benzine, thinner or any
similar chemical to clean the sun-
shade. This may discolor the moon-
roof and damage the surface.

•

Clean water based stains by patting
the surface with a clean soft cloth
dampened in warm water. Press a
clean dry cloth onto the surface to
remove as much dampness as pos-
sible and then let air dry.

•

Clean oil based stains by patting the
surface with a clean soft cloth damp-
ened in warm water. Press a clean dry
cloth onto the surface to remove as
much dampness as possible and
then let air dry.

FLOOR MATS (if so equipped)

WARNING

To avoid potential pedal interference
that may result in a collision, injury or
death:

•

NEVER place a floor mat on top of
another floor mat in the driver front
position or install them upside down
or backwards.

•

Use only Genuine NISSAN floor mats,
or equivalent floor mats, that are
specifically designed for use in your
vehicle model and model year.

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•

Properly position the mats in the
floorwell using the floor mat posi-
tioning aid. For additional informa-
tion, see "Floor mat installation"
(P. 7-7).

•

Make sure the floor mat does not in-
terfere with pedal operation.

•

Periodically check the floor mats to
make

sure

they

are

properly

installed.

•

After cleaning the vehicle interior,
check the floor mats to make sure
they are properly installed.

The use of Genuine NISSAN floor mats can
extend the life of your vehicle carpet and
make it easier to clean the interior. Mats
should be maintained with regular clean-
ing and replaced if they become exces-
sively worn.

Floor mat installation

Your vehicle is equipped with floor mat posi-
tioning aids. The number and shape of the
floor mat positioning aid for each seating
position varies depending on the vehicle.

When installing Genuine NISSAN floor mats,
follow the installation instructions provided
with the mat and the following:

1. With the ignition in the OFF position, the

shift lever in P (Park) position and with
the parking brake fully applied, position
the floor mat in the floorwell so that the
floor mat grommet holes are aligned
with the positioning aids.

2. Secure the grommet holes into the po-

sitioning aids and ensure that the floor
mat is properly positioned.

3. Make sure the floor mat does not inter-

fere with pedal operation. With the igni-
tion still in the OFF position, the shift le-
ver in the P (Park) position and with the
parking brake applied, fully apply and re-
lease all pedals. The floor mat must not
interfere with pedal operation or prevent
the pedal from returning to its normal
position.

It is recommended that you visit a NISSAN
dealer for details about installing the floor
mats in your vehicle.

The illustration shows the location of the
floor mat positioning aids.

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Positioning aids

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7-7

SEAT BELTS

The seat belts can be cleaned by wiping
them with a sponge dampened in a mild
soap solution. Allow the belts to dry com-
pletely in the shade before using them. For
additional information, see “Seat belt main-
tenance” (P. 1-19).

WARNING

Do not allow wet seat belts to roll up in
the retractor. NEVER use bleach, dye or
chemical solvents to clean the seat
belts, since these materials may se-
verely weaken the seat belt webbing.

MOST COMMON FACTORS
CONTRIBUTING TO VEHICLE
CORROSION

Most vehicle corrosion is caused by:
• The accumulation of moisture-retaining

dirt and debris in body panel sections,
cavities, and other areas.

• Damage to paint and other protective

coatings caused by gravel and stone
chips or minor traffic collisions.

ENVIRONMENTAL FACTORS
INFLUENCE THE RATE OF
CORROSION

Moisture

Accumulation of sand, dirt and water on
the vehicle body underside can accelerate
corrosion. Wet floor coverings will not dry
completely inside the vehicle and should
be removed for drying to avoid floor panel
corrosion.

Relative humidity

Corrosion will be accelerated in areas of
high relative humidity, especially those ar-
eas where the temperatures stay above
freezing and where atmospheric pollution
exists and road salt is used.

Temperature

High temperatures accelerate the rate of
corrosion to those parts which are not well
ventilated.

Air pollution

Industrial pollution, the presence of salt in
the air in coastal areas, or heavy road salt
use accelerates the corrosion process.
Road salt also accelerates the disintegra-
tion of paint surfaces.

CORROSION PROTECTION

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Appearance and care

PROTECT YOUR VEHICLE FROM
CORROSION

• Wash and wax your vehicle often to keep

the vehicle clean.

• Always check for minor damage to the

paint and repair it as soon as possible.

• Keep drain holes at the bottom of the

doors open to avoid water accumulation.

• Check the underbody for accumulation

of sand, dirt or salt. If present, wash with
water as soon as possible.

CAUTION

•

NEVER remove dirt, sand or other de-
bris from the passenger compart-
ment by washing it out with a hose.
Remove dirt with a vacuum cleaner
or broom.

•

Never allow water or other liquids to
come in contact with electronic com-
ponents inside the vehicle as this
may damage them.

Chemicals used for road surface de-icing
are extremely corrosive. They accelerate
corrosion and deterioration of underbody
components such as the exhaust system,
fuel and brake lines, brake cables, floor pan
and fenders.

In winter, the underbody must be cleaned
periodically.

For additional protection against rust and
corrosion, which may be required in some
areas, it is recommended that you visit a
NISSAN dealer.

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7-9

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
following 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. Move the shift le-
ver 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.

•

Your vehicle is equipped with an auto-
matic engine cooling fan. It may come
on at any time without warning, even if

the ignition switch is in the OFF posi-
tion and the engine is not running. To
avoid injury, always disconnect the
negative battery cable before working
near the fan.

•

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.

•

On gasoline engine models, the fuel
filter or fuel lines should be serviced.
It is recommended that you visit a
NISSAN dealer for this service be-
cause the fuel lines are under high
pressure even when the engine is off.

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
ignition 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, see
“Owner's Manual/Service Manual order in-
formation” (P. 10-25).

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

8-2

Do-it-yourself

2.0L 4 cylinder (KR20DDET engine model)

Engine coolant reservoir

Drive belt location

Engine oil filler cap

Brake fluid reservoir

Battery

Fuse/Fusible link box

Air cleaner

Radiator cap

Engine oil dipstick

10.

Windshield-washer fluid reservoir

NOTE:

Your vehicle may not be equipped with
an engine cover.

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ENGINE COMPARTMENT CHECK
LOCATIONS

Do-it-yourself

8-3

2.5L 4 cylinder (PR25DD engine model)

Engine coolant reservoir

Drive belt location

Engine oil filler cap

Engine oil dipstick

Brake fluid reservoir

Battery

Fuse/Fusible link box

Air cleaner

Radiator cap

10.

Windshield-washer fluid reservoir

NOTE:

Your vehicle may not be equipped with
an engine cover.

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8-4

Do-it-yourself

The engine cooling system is filled at the
factory with a pre-diluted mixture of 50%
Genuine

NISSAN

Long

Life

Antifreeze/

Coolant (blue) and 50% water to provide
year-round antifreeze and coolant protec-
tion. The antifreeze solution contains rust
and corrosion inhibitors. Additional engine
cooling system additives are not necessary.

WARNING

•

Never remove the radiator or coolant
reservoir cap when the engine is hot.
Wait until the engine and radiator
cool down. Serious burns could be
caused by high pressure fluid escap-
ing from the radiator. For additional
information on precautions, see “If
your vehicle overheats” (P. 6-13).

•

The radiator is equipped with a pres-
sure type radiator cap. To prevent en-
gine damage, use only a Genuine
NISSAN radiator cap.

CAUTION

•

Never use any cooling system addi-
tives such as radiator sealer. Addi-
tives may clog the cooling system
and cause damage to the engine,
transmission and/or cooling system.

•

When adding or replacing coolant, be
sure to use only Genuine NISSAN
Long Life Antifreeze/Coolant (blue)
or equivalent. Genuine NISSAN Long
Life Antifreeze/Coolant (blue) is pre-
diluted to provide antifreeze protec-
tion to -34° F (-37° C). If additional
freeze protection is needed due to
weather where you operate your
vehicle, add Genuine NISSAN Long
Life Antifreeze/Coolant (blue) con-
centrate following the directions on
the container. If an equivalent cool-
ant other than Genuine NISSAN Long
Life Antifreeze/Coolant (blue) is used,
follow the coolant manufacturer’s in-
structions to maintain minimum an-
tifreeze protection to -34° F (-37° C).
The use of other types of coolant so-
lutions other than Genuine NISSAN
Long Life Antifreeze/Coolant (blue)
or equivalent may damage the en-
gine cooling system.

•

The life expectancy of the factory-fill
coolant is 105,000 miles (168,000 km)
or 7 years. Mixing any other type of
coolant other than Genuine NISSAN
Long Life Antifreeze/Coolant (blue) (or
equivalent coolant), including Genuine
NISSAN Long Life Antifreeze/Coolant
(green), or the use of non-distilled
water may reduce the life expectancy
of the factory-fill coolant. For addi-
tional information, see the "Mainte-
nance and schedules" section of this
manual.

ENGINE COOLING SYSTEM

Do-it-yourself

8-5

CHECKING ENGINE COOLANT
LEVEL

Check the coolant level

in the reservoir

when the engine is cold.

If the coolant

level is below the MIN level

, add coolant

to the MAX level

If the reservoir is empty, check the coolant
level in the radiator

when the engine is

cold.

If there is insufficient coolant in the

radiator, fill the radiator with coolant up to
the filler opening and also add it to the
reservoir up to the MAX level

. Start the

engine and allow the engine coolant tem-
perature gauge to rise until it reaches nor-

mal operating temperature. For additional
information, see “Engine coolant tempera-
ture gauge” (P. 2-7). Turn off the engine once
the

engine

coolant

temperature

has

reached normal operating range. Allow the
engine coolant to cool to ambient tem-
perature. Recheck the coolant level in the
reservoir and add coolant to the MAX level if
necessary.

This vehicle contains Genuine NISSAN Long
Life Antifreeze/Coolant (blue). The life ex-
pectancy of the factory-fill coolant is
105,000 miles (168,000 km) or 7 years. Mixing
any other type of coolant or the use of
non-distilled water will reduce the life ex-
pectancy of the factory-fill coolant. For ad-
ditional information, see the "Maintenance
and schedules" section of this manual.

For additional information on the location
of the engine coolant reservoir, see “Engine
compartment check locations” (P. 8-3).

If the cooling system frequently requires
coolant, have it checked. It is recom-
mended that you visit a NISSAN dealer
for this service.

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 over-
heating.

WARNING

•

To avoid the danger of being scalded,
never change the coolant when the
engine is hot.

•

Never remove the radiator cap when
the engine is hot. Serious burns could
be caused by high pressure fluid
escaping from the radiator.

•

Avoid direct skin contact with used
coolant. If skin contact is made,
wash thoroughly with soap or hand
cleaner as soon as possible.

•

Keep coolant out of the reach of chil-
dren and pets.

Engine coolant must be disposed of prop-
erly. Check your local regulations.

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Do-it-yourself

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.

Reinsert it all the way.

5. Remove the dipstick again and check

the oil level. It should be between the H
(High) and L (Low) marks

. This is the

normal operating oil level range. If the oil
level is below the L (Low) mark

, re-

move the oil filler cap and pour recom-
mended oil through the opening.

Do not

fill oil level above H (High) mark

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 sever-
ity of operating conditions.

CAUTION

•

Oil level should be checked regularly.
Operating the engine with an insuffi-
cient amount of oil can damage the
engine, and such damage is not cov-
ered by warranty.

•

It is normal to add some oil between
oil maintenance intervals or during
the break-in period, depending on
the severity of operating conditions.

LDI3263

2.0L 4 cylinder (KR20DDET engine

model)

LDI3623

2.5L 4 cylinder (PR25DD engine model)

LDI0371

ENGINE OIL

Do-it-yourself

8-7

CHANGING ENGINE OIL AND OIL
FILTER

For additional information on engine oil
and oil filter change, refer to the instruc-
tions outlined in this section.

Vehicle set-up

1. Park the vehicle on a level surface and

apply the parking brake.

2. Run the engine until it reaches operating

temperature.

3. Turn the engine off and wait for 15 minutes.

4. Raise and support the vehicle using a

suitable floor jack and safety jack stands.

• Place the safety jack stands under the

vehicle jack-up points.

• A suitable adapter should be attached to

the jack stand saddle.

CAUTION

Make sure the correct lifting and sup-
port points are used to avoid vehicle
damage.

LDI3369

Oil filler cap

LDI3376

Oil drain plug (2.0L 4 cylinder

(KR20DDET engine model))

8-8

Do-it-yourself

LDI3370

Oil drain plug (2.5L 4 cylinder

(PR25DD engine model))

LDI3377

Oil filter (2.0L 4 cylinder (KR20DDET

engine model))

LDI3371

Oil filter (2.5L 4 cylinder (PR25DD

engine model))

Do-it-yourself

8-9

Removal of undercover

1. Remove fasteners

and undercover.

Engine oil and filter

1. Place a large drain pan under the drain

plug and oil filter.

2. Remove the oil filler cap.

3. Remove the drain plug with a wrench by

turning it counterclockwise and com-
pletely drain the oil.

CAUTION

Be careful not to burn yourself, as the
engine oil is hot.

WARNING

•

Prolonged

and

repeated

contact

with used engine oil may cause skin
cancer.

•

Try to avoid direct skin contact with
used oil. If skin contact is made, wash
thoroughly

with

soap

hand

cleaner as soon as possible.

•

Keep used engine oil out of reach of
children.

4. Loosen the oil filter with an oil filter

wrench by turning it counterclockwise.
Remove the oil filter by turning it by
hand.

5. Wipe the engine oil filter mounting sur-

face with a clean rag.

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Undercover

LDI3649

8-10

Do-it-yourself

CAUTION

Be sure to remove any old gasket ma-
terial remaining on the sealing surface
of the engine. Failure to do so could
lead to an oil leak and engine damage.

•

The dipstick must be inserted in
place to prevent oil spillage from the
dipstick hole when filling the engine
with oil.

6. Coat the gasket on the new filter with

clean engine oil.

7. Screw in the oil filter clockwise until a

slight resistance is felt, then tighten addi-
tionally more than 2/3 turn.

Oil filter tightening torque:

11 to 15 ft-lb (14.7 to 20.6 N·m)

8. Clean and re-install the drain plug with a

new washer. Securely tighten the drain
plug with a wrench. Do not use exces-
sive force.

Drain plug tightening torque:

22 to 29 ft-lb (29.4 to 39.2 N·m)

9. Refill the engine with the recommended

oil through the oil filler opening, and in-
stall the oil filler cap securely.

For additional information about drain and
refill capacity, see “Recommended fluids/
lubricants and capacities” (P. 10-2). The
drain and refill capacity depends on the oil
temperature and drain time. Use these
specifications for reference only. Always
use the dipstick to determine the proper
amount of oil in the engine.

10. Start the engine and check for leakage

around the drain plug and the oil filter.
Correct as required. Turn the engine off
and wait more than 15 minutes. Check
the oil level with the dipstick. Add en-
gine oil if necessary.

After the operation

1. Reinstall undercover in reverse order of

removal.

2. Lower

the

vehicle

carefully

the

ground.

3. Reset the oil control system (if so

equipped) and oil and filter maintenance
reminder. For additional information,
see “Vehicle information display – 5 inch
(13 cm) Type A” (P. 2-20) or “Vehicle infor-
mation display – 7 inch (18 cm) Type B”
(P. 2-39)

• Dispose of waste oil and filter properly.
• Check your local regulations.

CAUTION

•

NISSAN recommends using Genuine
NISSAN CVT Fluid NS-3 (or equiva-
lent) ONLY in NISSAN CVTs. Do not mix
with other fluids.

•

Do not use Automatic Transmission
Fluid (ATF) or manual transmission
fluid in a NISSAN CVT, as it may dam-
age the CVT. Damage caused by the
use of fluids other than as recom-
mended

not

covered

under

NISSAN's New Vehicle Limited War-
ranty outlined in your Warranty Infor-
mation Booklet.

•

Using fluids that are not equivalent
to Genuine NISSAN CVT Fluid NS-3
may also damage the CVT. Damage
caused by the use of fluids other than
as recommended is not covered un-
der NISSAN's New Vehicle Limited
Warranty outlined in your Warranty
Information Booklet.

When checking or replacement of CVT fluid
is required, it is recommended that you visit
a NISSAN dealer for this service.

CONTINUOUSLY VARIABLE
TRANSMISSION (CVT) FLUID

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For additional information on brake fluid
specification, see “Recommended fluids/
lubricants and capacities” (P. 10-2).

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 dam-
age the brake system and affect the
vehicle's stopping ability.

•

Clean the filler cap before removing.

•

Brake fluid is poisonous and should
be stored carefully in marked con-
tainers out of reach of children.

CAUTION

Do not spill the fluid on any painted sur-
faces. This will damage the paint. If fluid
is spilled, immediately wash the sur-
face with water.

Check the fluid level in the reservoir. If the
brake fluid is below the MIN line

, the

brake warning light will illuminate. Add
brake fluid up to the MAX line

. For addi-

tional information on recommended type
of brake fluid, see “Recommended fluids/
lubricants and capacities" (P. 10-2).

If the brake fluid must be added frequently,
the brake system should be thoroughly
checked. It is recommended that you visit a
NISSAN dealer for this service.

WINDSHIELD-WASHER FLUID
RESERVOIR

Fill the windshield-washer fluid reservoir
periodically. Add windshield-washer fluid
when the “Low Washer Fluid” warning ap-
pears in the vehicle information display.

To check the fluid level with the dip tube,
use your finger to plug the center hole

the cap/tube assembly, then remove it
from the reservoir. If there is no fluid in the
dip tube, add fluid.

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BRAKE FLUID

WINDSHIELD-WASHER FLUID

8-12

Do-it-yourself

To fill the windshield-washer fluid reservoir,
lift the cap off the reservoir and pour the
windshield-washer fluid into the reservoir
opening.

Add a washer solvent to the washer for
better cleaning. In the winter season, add a
windshield washer antifreeze. Follow the
manufacturer's instructions for the mix-
ture ratio.

Refill the reservoir more frequently when
driving conditions require an increased
amount of windshield-washer fluid.

Recommended fluid is Genuine NISSAN
Windshield Washer Concentrate Cleaner &
Antifreeze or equivalent.

WARNING

Antifreeze is poisonous and should be
stored carefully in marked containers
out of the reach of children.

CAUTION

•

Do not substitute engine antifreeze
coolant for windshield-washer fluid.
This may result in damage to the
paint.

•

Do not fill the windshield-washer
fluid reservoir with washer fluid con-
centrates at full strength. Some
methyl alcohol based washer fluid
concentrates may permanently stain
the grille if spilled while filling the
windshield-washer fluid reservoir.

•

Pre-mix washer fluid concentrates
with water to the manufacturer's
recommended levels before pouring
the fluid into the windshield-washer
fluid

reservoir.

not

use

the

windshield-washer fluid reservoir to
mix the washer fluid concentrate and
water.

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8-13

Caution symbols for battery

WARNING

No smoking, No exposed flames, No

Sparks

Do not expose the battery to electrical sparks, flames or smoking. Hydrogen gas generated by the

battery is explosive. Explosive gases can cause blindness or injury.

Shield eyes

Handle the battery cautiously. Always wear eye protection glasses to protect against explosion or

battery acid.

Keep away from children

Never allow children to handle the battery. Keep the battery out of the reach of children.

Battery acid

Do not allow battery fluid to contact your skin, eyes, fabrics, or painted surfaces. Sulfuric acid can

cause blindness or severe burns. After touching a battery or battery cap, do not touch or rub your

eyes. Thoroughly wash your hands. If the acid contacts your eyes, skin or clothing, immediately

flush with water for at least 15 minutes and seek medical attention. Battery fluid is acid. If the bat-

tery fluid gets into your eyes or onto your skin, it could cause loss of your eyesight or burns.

Note operating instructions

Before handling the battery, read this instruction carefully to ensure correct and safe handling.

Explosive gas

Hydrogen gas generated by battery fluid is explosive. Explosive gases can cause blindness or injury.

BATTERY

8-14

Do-it-yourself

• If the battery is labeled “do not open” it is

maintenance

free

and

battery

fluid

should not be checked. It is recom-
mended that you visit a NISSAN dealer or
a qualified specialist workshop to con-
firm the battery’s performance.

• Keep the battery surface clean and dry.

Clean the battery with a solution of bak-
ing soda and water.

• Make certain the terminal connections

are clean and securely tightened.

• If the vehicle is not to be used for 30 days

or longer, disconnect the negative (-) bat-
tery terminal cable to prevent discharge.

NOTE:

Care should be taken to avoid situations
that can lead to potential battery dis-
charge and potential no-start conditions
such as:
1. Installation or extended use of elec-

tronic accessories that consume bat-
tery power when the engine is not
running (Phone chargers, GPS, DVD
players, etc.)

2. Vehicle is not driven regularly and/or

only driven short distances.

In these cases, the battery may need to
be charged to maintain battery health.

WARNING

•

Do not expose the battery to flames,
an electrical spark or a cigarette. Hy-
drogen gas generated by the battery
is explosive. Explosive gases can
cause blindness or injury. Do not al-
low battery fluid to contact your skin,
eyes, fabrics or painted surfaces. Sul-
furic acid can cause blindness or in-
jury. After touching a battery or bat-
tery cap, do not touch or rub your
eyes. Thoroughly wash your hands. If
the acid contacts your eyes, skin or
clothing, immediately flush with wa-
ter for at least 15 minutes and seek
medical attention.

•

When working on or near a battery,
always wear suitable eye protection
and remove all jewelry.

•

Battery posts, terminals and related
accessories contain lead and lead com-
pounds. Wash hands after handling.

•

Keep battery out of the reach of
children.

•

Do not tip the battery.

NOTE:

Do not try to open the top of the battery.

This battery is not equipped with remov-
able vent caps.

JUMP STARTING

If jump starting is necessary, see “Jump
starting” (P. 6-11). If the engine does not start
by jump starting, the battery may have to
be replaced. It is recommended that you
visit a NISSAN dealer for this service.

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CAUTION

•

Do not ground accessories directly to
the battery terminal. Doing so will
bypass the variable voltage control
system and the vehicle battery may
not charge completely.

•

Use electrical accessories with the
engine running to avoid discharging
the vehicle battery.

Your vehicle is equipped with a variable
voltage control system. This system mea-
sures the amount of electrical discharge
from the battery and controls voltage gen-
erated by the generator.

The current sensor is located near the bat-
tery along the negative battery cable. If you
add electrical accessories to your vehicle,
be sure to ground them to a suitable body
ground such as the frame or engine block
area.

Automatic tensioner pulley

Generator pulley

Water pump pulley

Air conditioner compressor pulley

Crankshaft pulley

WARNING

Be sure the ignition switch is in the OFF
or LOCK position before servicing drive
belt. The engine could rotate unexpect-
edly.

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WDI0638

VARIABLE VOLTAGE CONTROL
SYSTEM

DRIVE BELT

8-16

Do-it-yourself

1. Visually inspect the belt for signs of un-

usual wear, cuts, or fraying. If the belt is in
poor condition, have it replaced. It is rec-
ommended that you visit a NISSAN
dealer for this service.

2. Have the belt checked regularly for

condition.

REPLACING SPARK PLUGS

Iridium-tipped spark plugs

It is not necessary to replace iridium-
tipped

spark plugs as frequently as con-

ventional type spark plugs because they
last much longer. Follow the maintenance
log shown in the “Maintenance and sched-
ules” section of this manual. Do not service
iridium-tipped spark plugs by cleaning or
regapping.
•

Always replace spark plugs with rec-
ommended or equivalent ones.

WARNING

Be sure the engine and ignition switch
are off and that the parking brake is
engaged securely.

CAUTION

Be sure to use the correct socket to re-
move the spark plugs. An incorrect
socket can damage the spark plugs.

If replacement is required, it is recom-
mended that you visit a NISSAN dealer for
this service.

SDI1895

SPARK PLUGS

Do-it-yourself

8-17

NOTE:

The air cleaner filter should not be cleaned
and reused.

Replace the air cleaner filter according to
the maintenance log shown in the ”Mainte-
nance and schedules” section of this
manual.

To remove the air cleaner filter:
• Unlatch the clips and move the air

cleaner cover upward.

• Remove the air cleaner filter.
• Wipe the inside of the air cleaner filter

housing and the cover with a damp cloth.

The viscous paper type filter element (if so
equipped) should not be cleaned and re-
used. The dry paper type filter element (if so
equipped) may be cleaned and reused. Re-
place the air filter according to the mainte-
nance log shown in the “Maintenance and
schedules” section of this manual..

NOTE:

After installing a new air cleaner filter,
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
others 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 care-
ful 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 (if so
equipped)

Your vehicle may be equipped with an in-
cabin microfilter which collects dirt, pollen,
dust, etc. and reduces some objectionable
outside odors.

The in-cabin microfilter is located within
the instrument panel. Replace the filter in
accordance with the specified mainte-
nance intervals listed in the “Maintenance
and schedules” section of this manual.

If replacement is required, it is recom-
mended that you visit a NISSAN dealer for
this service.

The filter should be replaced if the air
flow decreases significantly or if win-
dows fog up easily when operating the
heater or air conditioner.

LDI3273

AIR CLEANER

8-18

Do-it-yourself

CLEANING

If your windshield is not clear after using
the windshield–washer or if a wiper blade
chatters when running, wax or other mate-
rial may be on the blade or windshield.

Clean the outside of the windshield with a
washer fluid or a mild detergent. Your wind-
shield is clean if beads do not form when
rinsing with clear water.

Clean each blade by wiping it with a cloth
soaked in a washer fluid or a mild deter-
gent. Then rinse the blades with clear wa-
ter. If your windshield is still not clear after
cleaning the blades and using the wiper,
install new windshield wiper blades.

CAUTION

Worn windshield wiper blades can
damage the windshield and impair
driver vision.

REPLACING

Replace the wiper blades if they are worn.

To replace the windshield wiper blades, fol-
low the procedure below:

1. Lift the wiper arm away from the

windshield.

2. Push the release tab

3. Move the wiper blade

down and

remove.

4. Insert the new wiper blade onto the

wiper arm until it clicks into place.

5. Push wiper on to windshield.

CAUTION

•

After wiper blade replacement, re-
turn the wiper arm to its original po-
sition; otherwise it may be damaged
when the hood is opened.

•

Make sure the wiper blades contact
the glass; otherwise the arms may be
damaged from wind pressure.

LDI2757

WINDSHIELD WIPER BLADES

Do-it-yourself

8-19

If you wax the surface of the hood, be care-
ful not to let wax get into the washer nozzle

. This may cause clogging or improper

windshield-washer operation. If wax gets
into the nozzle, remove it with a needle or
small pin

If the brakes do not operate properly, have
the brakes checked. It is recommended
that you visit a NISSAN dealer for this
service.

Self-adjusting brakes

Your vehicle is equipped with self-adjusting
brakes.

The front and rear disc-type brakes self-
adjust every time the brake pedal is
applied.

WARNING

Have your brake system checked if the
brake pedal height does not return to
normal. It is recommended that you
visit a NISSAN dealer for this service.

Brake pad wear indicators

The disc brake pads on your vehicle have
audible wear indicators. When a brake pad
requires

replacement,

high

pitched

scraping or screeching sound will be heard
when the vehicle is in motion. The noise will
be heard whether or not the brake pedal is
depressed. Have the brakes checked as
soon as possible if the wear indicator
sound is heard.

Under some driving or climate conditions,
occasional brake squeak, squeal or other
noise may be heard. Occasional brake
noise during light to moderate stops is
normal and does not affect the function or
performance of the brake system.

Proper brake inspection intervals should
be followed.

For additional information re-

garding brake inspections, see the appro-
priate maintenance schedule information
in the "Maintenance and schedules" sec-
tion of this manual.

LDI2731

BRAKES

8-20

Do-it-yourself

If any electrical equipment does not oper-
ate, check for an open fuse.

Fuses are used in the passenger and en-
gine compartment. Spare fuses are pro-
vided and can be found in the passenger
compartment fuse box.

When installing a fuse make sure the fuse is
installed in the fuse box securely.

ENGINE COMPARTMENT

WARNING

Never use a fuse of a higher or lower
amperage rating than that specified on
the fuse box cover. This could damage
the electrical system or electronic con-
trol units or cause a fire.

If any electrical equipment does not come
on, check for an open fuse.

1. Be sure the ignition switch and the head-

light switch are OFF.

2. Open the engine hood.

3. Remove the fuse box cover by pushing

the tab and lifting the cover up.

4. Remove the fuse with the fuse puller.

The fuse puller is located in the center
of the fuse block in the passenger
compartment.

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LDI3274

FUSES

Do-it-yourself

8-21

5. If the fuse is open

, replace it with a

new fuse

6. If a new fuse also opens, have the elec-

trical system checked and repaired. It is
recommended that you visit a NISSAN
dealer for this service.

Fusible links

If the electrical equipment does not oper-
ate and fuses are in good condition, check
the fusible links. If any of these fusible links
are melted, replace with only Genuine
NISSAN parts.

PASSENGER COMPARTMENT

WARNING

Never use a fuse of higher or lower am-
perage rating than that specified on
the fuse box cover. This could damage
the electrical system or electronic con-
trol units or cause a fire.

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LDI3275

8-22

Do-it-yourself

If any electrical equipment does not oper-
ate, check for an open fuse.

1. Be sure the ignition switch and the head-

light switch are in the OFF position.

2. Remove the fuse box cover

with a

suitable tool. Use a cloth to avoid dam-
aging the trim.

3. Remove the fuse with the fuse puller

4. If the fuse is open

, replace it with an

equivalent good fuse

5. Push the fuse box cover to install.

6. If a new fuse also opens, have the elec-

trical system checked and repaired. It is
recommended that you visit a NISSAN
dealer for this service.

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LDI3203

Do-it-yourself

8-23

CAUTION

Be careful not to allow children to swal-
low the battery or removed parts.

NISSAN INTELLIGENT KEY®

Replace the battery in the Intelligent Key as
follows:

1. Remove the mechanical key from the

Intelligent Key.

2. Insert a small screwdriver

into the slit

of the corner and twist it to separate

the upper part from the lower part. Use a
cloth to protect the casing.

3. Replace the battery with a new one.

Recommended

battery:

CR2032

equivalent.

• Do not touch the internal circuit and

electric terminals as doing so could
cause a malfunction.

• Hold the battery by the edges. Holding

the battery across the contact points
will seriously deplete the storage
capacity.

• Make sure that the + side faces the

bottom of the lower part.

LDI2001

BATTERY REPLACEMENT

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