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The following are approximate capacities. The actual refill capacities may be a little different. When refilling, follow the procedure

instructed in the “8. Maintenance and do-it-yourself” section to determine the proper refill capacity.

Capacity (Approximate)

Recommended

specifications

measure

Imp

measure

Liter

Fuel 15-7/8 gal 13-1/4 gal 60 Unleaded gasoline with an octane rating of at least 87 AKI (RON 91)*1

Engine oil*5

Drain and refill

With oil filter change 4-3/8 qt 3-5/8 qt 4.1

쐌 API Certification Mark*2, *3

쐌 API grade SG/SH, Energy ConservingI&IIorAPIgradeSJorSL,Energy Conserving*2, *3

쐌 ILSAC grade GF-I, GF-II & GF-III*2, *3

Without oil filter change 3-7/8 qt 3-1/4 qt 3.7

Cooling system

With reservoir 7-1/2 qt 6-1/4 qt 7.1 Genuine NISSAN Long Life Antifreeze/Coolant or equivalent

Differential gear oil — — — API GL-5, Viscosity SAE 80W-90*4

Manual transmission gear oil — — —

Genuine NISSAN Manual Transmission Fluid (MTF) HQ Multi 75W-85 or API GL-4, viscosity

SAE 75W-85

Automatic transmission fluid — — —

CANADA NISSAN Automatic Transmission Fluid (ATF), DEXRON

III/MERCON

or equiva-

lent ATF

Transfer fluid — — — API GL-5, Viscosity SAE 80W-90

Power steering fluid (PSF)

Refill to the proper oil level according to the instructions in

the “8. Maintenance and do-it-yourself” section.

CANADA NISSAN Automatic Transmission Fluid (ATF), DEXRON

III/MERCON

or equiva-

lent ATF

Brake fluid Genuine NISSAN Super Heavy Duty Brake Fluid or equivalent DOT 3 (CMVSS No. 116)

Multi-purpose grease — — — NLGI No. 2 (Lithium soap base)

Air conditioning system refrigerant — — — HFC-134a (R-134a)*6

Air conditioning system lubricants — — —

NISSAN A/C System Oil

Type S or exact equivalent

Windshield washer fluid

Genuine NISSAN Windshield Washer Concentrate

Cleaner & Antifreeze Fluid or equivalent

*1: For additional information, see later in this paragraph for fuel recommendation.

*2: For additional information, see later in this paragraph for engine oil and oil filter recommendation.

*3: For additional information, see later in this paragraph for recommended SAE viscosity number.

*4: For hot climates, viscosity SAE 90 is suitable for ambient temperatures above 0°C (32°F).

*5: For additional information, see “Engine oil” in the “8. Maintenance and do-it-yourself” section for changing engine oil.

*6: For additional information, see “Vehicle identification” in this section for air conditioner specification label.

CAPACITIES AND

RECOMMENDED FUEL/

LUBRICANTS

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FUEL RECOMMENDATION

Use unleaded regular gasoline with an oc-

tane rating of at least 87 AKI (Anti-Knock

Index) number (Research octane number

91).

CAUTION

Using a fuel other than that specified

could adversely affect the emission con-

trol devices and systems, and could also

affect the warranty coverage.

Under no circumstances should a

leaded gasoline be used, since this will

damage the three-way catalyst.

Gasoline specifications

NISSAN recommends using gasoline that meets

the World-Wide Fuel Charter (WWFC) specifi-

cations where it is available. Many of the auto-

mobile manufacturers developed this specifica-

tion to improve the emission control system and

vehicle performance. Ask your service station

manager if the gasoline meets the WWFC

specifications.

Reformulated gasoline

Some fuel suppliers are now producing reformu-

lated gasolines. These gasolines are specially

designed to reduce vehicle emissions. NISSAN

supports efforts towards cleaner air and sug-

gests that you use reformulated gasoline when

available.

Gasoline containing oxygenates

Some fuel suppliers sell gasoline containing

oxygenates such as ethanol, MTBE and metha-

nol with or without advertising their presence.

NISSAN does not recommend the use of fuels of

which the oxygenate content and the fuel com-

patibility for your NISSAN cannot be readily

determined. If in doubt, ask your service station

manager.

If you use oxygenate-blend gasoline, please take

the following precautions as the usage of such

fuels may cause vehicle performance problems

and/or fuel system damage.

쐌 The fuel should be unleaded and have

an octane rating no lower than that

recommended for unleaded gasoline.

쐌 If an oxygenate-blend, excepting a

methanol blend, is used, it should con-

tain no more than 10% oxygenate.

(MTBE may, however, be added up to

15%.)

쐌 If a methanol blend is used, it should

contain no more than 5% methanol (me-

thyl alcohol, wood alcohol). It should

also contain a suitable amount of ap-

propriate cosolvents and corrosion in-

hibitors. If not properly formulated with

appropriate cosolvents and corrosion

inhibitors, such methanol blends may

cause fuel system damage and/or ve-

hicle performance problems. At this

time, sufficient data is not available to

ensure that all methanol blends are

suitable for use in NISSAN vehicles.

If any undesirable driveability problems such as

engine stalling and hard hot starting are experi-

enced after using oxygenate-blend fuels, imme-

diately change to a non-oxygenate fuel or a fuel

with a low blend of MTBE.

Take care not to spill gasoline during refu-

eling. Gasoline containing oxygenates can

cause paint damage.

Aftermarket fuel additives

NISSAN does not recommend the use of any

aftermarket fuel additives (for example, fuel in-

jector cleaner, octane booster, intake valve de-

posit removers, etc.) which are sold commer-

cially. Many of these additives intended for gum,

varnish or deposit removal may contain active

solvent or similar ingredients that can be harmful

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to the fuel system and engine.

Octane rating tips

Using unleaded gasoline with an octane

rating lower than recommended can cause

persistent, heavy spark knock. (Spark

knock is a metallic rapping noise.) If se-

vere, this can lead to engine damage. If you

detect a persistent heavy spark knock even

when using gasoline of the stated octane

rating, or if you hear steady spark knock

while holding a steady speed on level

roads, have your dealer correct the condi-

tion. Failure to correct the condition is

misuse of the vehicle, for which NISSAN is

not responsible.

Incorrect ignition timing will result in knocking,

after-run or overheating. This in turn may cause

excessive fuel consumption or damage to the

engine. If any of the above symptoms are en-

countered, have your vehicle checked at a

NISSAN dealer or other competent service fa-

cility.

However, now and then you may notice

light spark knock for a short time while

accelerating or driving up hills. This is no

cause for concern, because you get the

greatest fuel benefit when there is light

spark knock for a short time under heavy

engine load.

ENGINE OIL AND OIL FILTER

RECOMMENDATION

Selecting the correct oil

It is essential to choose the correct quality, and

viscosity oil to ensure satisfactory engine life and

performance. NISSAN recommends the use of a

low friction oil (energy conserving oil) in order to

improve fuel economy and conserve energy. Oils

which do not have the specified quality label

should not be used as they could cause engine

damage.

Only those engine oils with the American Petro-

leum Institute (API) certification mark on the front

of the container should be used. This type of oil

supersedes the existing API SG, SH, or SJ and

Energy ConservingI&IIcategories.

If you cannot find engine oil with the API certifi-

cation mark, use an API grade SG/SH, Energy

ConservingI&IIorAPIgrade SJ or SL, Energy

conserving oil. An oil with a single designation

SG or SH, or in combination with other catego-

ries (for example, SG/CC or SG/CD) may also

be used if one with the API certification mark

cannot be found. An ILSAC grade GF-I, GF-II or

GF-III oil can also be used.

NISSAN recommends mineral based oils. These

oils must however, meet the API quality and SAE

STI0367

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viscosity ratings specified for your vehicle.

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

that the engine oil viscosity be selected based

on the temperatures at which the vehicle will be

operated before the next oil change. The recom-

mended SAE viscosity number chart shows the

recommended oil viscosities for the expected

ambient temperatures. Choosing an oil viscosity

other than that recommended could cause seri-

ous engine damage.

Selecting the correct oil filter

Your new vehicle is equipped with a high-quality

genuine NISSAN oil filter. When replacing, use

the genuine oil filter or its equivalent for the

reason described in change intervals.

Change intervals

The oil and oil filter change intervals for your

engine are based on the use of the specified

quality oils and filters. Oil and filter other than the

specified quality, or oil and filter change intervals

longer than recommended could reduce engine

life. Damage to engines caused by improper

maintenance or use of incorrect oil and filter

quality and/or viscosity is not covered by the

new NISSAN vehicle warranties.

Your engine was filled with a high quality engine

oil when it was built. You do not have to change

the oil before the first recommended change

interval. Oil and filter change intervals depend

upon how you use your vehicle. Operation under

the following conditions may require more fre-

quent oil and filter changes.

쐌 repeated short distance driving at cold out-

side temperatures,

쐌 driving in dusty conditions,

쐌 extensive idling,

쐌 towing a trailer,

쐌 stop and go “rush hour” traffic,

쐌 aggressive driving.

RECOMMENDED SAE VISCOSITY

NUMBER

SAE 5W-30 viscosity oil is preferred for all

ambient temperatures. SAE 10W-30,

10W-40 viscosity oil may be used if the

ambient temperature is above −18°C (0°F).

TI1028-C

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AIR CONDITIONING SYSTEM

REFRIGERANT AND LUBRICANT

RECOMMENDATIONS

The air conditioning system in this NISSAN

vehicle must be charged with the refriger-

ant HFC-134a (R-134a) and the lubricant,

NISSAN A/C System Oil Type S or the

exact equivalents.

CAUTION

The use of any other refrigerant or lubri-

cant will cause severe damage to the air

conditioning system and will require the

replacement of all air conditioner sys-

tem components.

The refrigerant HFC-134a (R-134a) in your

NISSAN vehicle will not harm the earth’s ozone

layer. Although this refrigerant does not affect

the earth’s atmosphere, certain governmental

regulations require the recovery and recycling of

any refrigerant during automotive air condition-

ing system service. Your NISSAN dealer has the

trained technicians and equipment needed to

recover and recycle your air conditioning system

refrigerant.

Contact your NISSAN dealer when servicing

your air conditioning system.

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