.
.
.
Never remove the radiator or coolant reser-
voir cap when the engine is hot. Serious
burns could be caused by high pressure fluid
escaping from the radiator.
Outside
temperature
down to
Engine
coolant
(concentrated)
Demineralized
or distilled
water
8C
8F
5
Avoid direct skin contact with used coolant.
If skin contact is made, wash thoroughly
with soap or hand cleaner as soon as
possible.
−15
−35
30%
50%
70%
50%
−30
Use Genuine NISSAN Engine Coolant or another
coolant of an equivalent quality. Genuine NISSAN
Engine Coolant is a pre-mixed (mixture ratio 50%) type
coolant.
Keep coolant out of the reach of children
and pets.
SDI1860
Engine coolant must be disposed of properly. Check
your local regulations.
HR16DE and HR15DE engine models
The use of other types of coolant solutions may
damage the engine cooling system.
Check the coolant level in the reservoir tank when the
engine is cold. If the coolant level is below the MIN
The radiator is equipped with a pressure cap. To
prevent engine damage, use only a Genuine NISSAN
radiator cap or its equivalent when replacement is
required.
2
1
level
, add coolant up to the MAX level
. If the
*
*
reservoir tank 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
1
CHECKING ENGINE COOLANT LEVEL
reservoir tank up to the MAX level
.
*
If the cooling system frequently requires cool-
ant, have it checked by a NISSAN dealer.
CHANGING ENGINE COOLANT
Contact a NISSAN dealer if replacement is required.
Major engine cooling system repair should be per-
formed by a NISSAN dealer. The service procedures
can be found in the appropriate NISSAN Service
Manual.
Improper servicing can result in reduced heater
performance and engine overheating.
SDI2641
MR16DDT engine models
WARNING:
.
To avoid being scalded, never change the
coolant when the engine is hot.
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