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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 belts if found 
      damaged, or if the auto tensioner reading reaches the maximum limit. 
(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 (120,000 km) or 84 months. After first replacement, replace every 75,000 miles (120,000
km) or 60 months.
(5) 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 protection to -34

°

 F (-37

°

 C). If additional freeze protec-

tion is needed due to weather where you operate your vehicle, add Genuine NISSAN Long Life Antifreeze/Coolant (blue) concentrate
following the directions on the container. If an equivalent coolant other than Genuine NISSAN Long Life Antifreeze/Coolant (blue) is
used, follow the coolant manufacturer’s instructions to maintain minimum antifreeze protection to -34

°

 F (-37

°

 C). The use of other types

of coolant solutions other than Genuine NISSAN Long Life Antifreeze/Coolant (blue) or equivalent may damage the engine cooling sys-
tem.
(6) 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 intervals are
required.

Engine oil

R

R

R

R

R

R

R

R

MA-28

 (VQ40DE)

MA-38

 (VK56DE)

Engine oil filter

R

R

R

R

R

R

R

R

MA-28

 (VQ40DE)

MA-39

 (VK56DE)

Spark plugs (Iridium-tipped 
type)

Replace every 105,000 miles (168,000 km).

EM-255

 (VQ40DE)

MA-40

 (VK56DE)

Intake and exhaust valve 
clearance*

NOTE (6)

EM-132

 (VQ40DE)

EM-255

 (VK56DE)

MAINTENANCE OPERATION

MAINTENANCE INTERVAL

Reference Section 

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Title

Perform at number of miles, 
kilometers or months, which-
ever comes first.

Miles x 1,000

(km x 1,000)

Months

3.75

(6)

3

7.50

(12)

6

11.25

(18)

9

15

(24)

12

18.7

5

(30)

15

22.5

(36)

18

26.2

5

(42)

21

30

(48)

24

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Title

Perform at number of miles, 
kilometers or months, which-
ever comes first.

Miles x 1,000

(km x 1,000)

Months

33.75

(54)

27

37.5

(60)

30

41.2

5

(66)

33

45

(72)

36

48.7

5

(78)

39

52.5

(84)

42

56.2

5

(90)

45

60

(96)

48

Drive belts

NOTE (1)

I*

MA-23

 (VQ40DE)

MA-33

 (VK56DE)

Air cleaner filter

NOTE (2)

[R]

MA-28

 (VQ40DE)

MA-38

 (VK56DE)

EVAP vapor lines

I*

MA-41

 (VQ40DE)

MA-41

 (VK56DE)

Fuel lines

I*

MA-27

 (VQ40DE)

MA-37

 (VK56DE)

Fuel filter

NOTE (3)

—

Engine coolant *

NOTE (4) (5)

MA-24

 (VQ40DE)

MA-34

 (VK56DE)

Engine oil

R

R

R

R

R

R

R

R

MA-28

 (VQ40DE)

MA-38

 (VK56DE)

Engine oil filter

R

R

R

R

R

R

R

R

MA-29

 (VQ40DE)

MA-39

 (VK56DE)

Spark plug (Iridium-tipped 
type)

Replace every 105,000 miles (168,000 km).

MA-31

 (VQ40DE)

MA-40

 (VK56DE)

Intake and exhaust valve 
clearance *

NOTE (6)

EM-132

 (VQ40DE)

EM-255

 (VK56DE)

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Abbreviations: R = Replace. I = Inspect. Correct or replace if necessary.

(1) If towing a trailer, using a car-top carrier, or driving on rough or muddy roads, change (not just inspect) oil at every 30,000 miles
(48,000 km) or 24 months. Using automatic transmission fluid other than Genuine NISSAN Matic S ATF or Matic J ATF will cause dete-
rioration in driveabliity and automatic tranmission durability, and may damage the automatic transmission, which is not covered by the
NISSAN new vehicle limited warranty. 
(2) If towing a trailer, using a car-top carrier, or driving on rough or muddy roads, change (not just inspect) oil at every 30,000 miles
(48,000 km) or 24 months.
(3) Refer to “Tire rotation” under the “General maintenance” heading earlier in this section.

MAINTENANCE OPERATION

MAINTENANCE INTERVAL

Reference 

Section

- Page

or

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Title

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

11.25

(18)

9

15

(24)

12

18.75

(30)

15

22.5

(36)

18

26.25

(42)

21

30

(48)

24

Brake lines and cables

I

I

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Brake fluid

R

MA-54

Brake pads and rotors

I

I

I

I

MA-55

Automatic transmission fluid

NOTE (1)

I

I

MA-43

Transfer fluid and front final drive oil

NOTE (2)

I

I

MA-48

,

MA-47

,   

MA-49

Rear final drive oil

NOTE (2)

I

I

MA-50

, 

MA-51

Steering gear, linkage, axle, and suspension 
parts

I

I

I

I

MA-56

, 

MA-57

Tire rotation

NOTE (3)

MA-52

Drive shaft boots and propeller shaft (4WD)

I

I

I

I

MA-48

Exhaust system

I

I

I

I

MA-43

In-cabin microfilter

R

R

MA-42

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Reference 

Section

- Page

or

- Content 

Title

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

Brake lines and cables

I

I

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Brake fluid

R

MA-54

Brake pads and rotors

I

I

I

I

MA-55

Automatic transmission fluid

NOTE (1)

I

I

MA-43

Transfer fluid and front final drive oil

NOTE (2)

I

I

MA-46

,

MA-47

,  

MA-49

Rear final drive oil

NOTE (2)

I

I

MA-50

, 

MA-51

Steering gear, linkage, axle, and suspension 
parts

I

I

I

I

MA-56

, 

MA-57

Tire rotation

NOTE (3)

MA-52

Drive shaft boots and propeller shaft (4WD)

I

I

I

I

MA-48

Exhaust system

I

I

I

I

MA-43

In-cabin microfilter

R

R

MA-42

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EMISSION CONTROL SYSTEM 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 if found 
      damaged, or if the auto tensioner reading reaches the maximum limit.
(2) Maintenance-free item. For service procedures, refer to FL section.
(3) First replacement interval is 105,000 miles (120,000 km) or 84 months. After first replacement, replace every 75,000 miles (120,000
km) or 60 months.
(4) 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 protection to -34

°

 F (-37

°

 C). If additional freeze protec-

tion is needed due to weather where you operate your vehicle, add Genuine NISSAN Long Life Antifreeze/Coolant (blue) concentrate
following the directions on the container. If an equivalent coolant other than Genuine NISSAN Long Life Antifreeze/Coolant (blue) is
used, follow the coolant manufacturer’s instructions to maintain minimum antifreeze protection to -34

°

 F (-37

°

 C). The use of other types

of coolant solutions other than Genuine NISSAN Long Life Antifreeze/Coolant (blue) or equivalent may damage the engine cooling sys-
tem.
(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 intervals are
required. 

CHASSIS AND BODY MAINTENANCE

Abbreviations: R = Replace. I = Inspect. Correct or replace if necessary.

MAINTENANCE OPERATION

MAINTENANCE INTERVAL

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Title

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 belts

NOTE (1)

I*

MA-23

 (VQ40DE)

MA-33

 (VK56DE)

Air cleaner filter

[R]

[R]

MA-28

 (VQ40DE)

MA-38

 (VK56DE)

EVAP vapor lines

I*

I*

MA-41

 (VQ40DE)

MA-41

 (VK56DE)

Fuel lines

I*

I*

MA-27

 (VQ40DE)

MA-37

 (VK56DE)

Fuel filter

NOTE (2)

—

Engine coolant *

NOTE (3) (4)

MA-24

 (VQ40DE)

MA-34

 (VK56DE)

Engine oil

R

R

R

R

R

R

R

R

MA-28

 (VQ40DE)

MA-38

 (VK56DE)

Engine oil filter

R

R

R

R

R

R

R

R

MA-28

 (VQ40DE)

MA-39

 (VK56DE)

Spark plugs (Iridum-tipped 
type)

Replace every 105,000 miles (168,000 km).

MA-31

 (VQ40DE)

MA-40

 (VK56DE)

Intake and exhaust valve 
clearance*

NOTE (5)

EM-132

 (VQ40DE)

EM-255

 (VK56DE)

MAINTENANCE OPERATION

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Reference 

Section

- Page

or

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Title

Perform at number of miles, kilometers 
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

Brake  lines  and  cables

I

I

I

I

MA-54

Brake fluid

R

R

MA-54

Brake  pads  and  rotors

I

I

I

I

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(1) Using automatic transmission fluid other than Genuine NISSAN Matic S ATF or Matic J ATF will cause deterioration in driveabliity and
automatic tranmission durability, and may damage the automatic transmission, which is not covered by the NISSAN new vehicle limited
warranty.
(2) Refer to “Tire rotation” under the “General maintenance” heading earlier in this section.

FOR MEXICO
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The following tables show the normal maintenance schedule. Depending upon weather and atmospheric con-

ditions, varying road surfaces, individual driving habits and vehicle usage, additional or more frequent mainte-

nance may be required.

Periodic maintenance beyond the last period shown on the tables requires similar maintenance.

ENGINE AND EMISSION CONTROL MAINTENANCE

Abbreviations: I = Inspect and correct or replace as necessary, R = Replace, E = Check and correct the engine coolant mixture ratio

Automatic  transmission  fluid

NOTE  (1)

I

I

I

I

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Transfer  fluid  and  front  final  drive  oil

I

I

I

I

MA-46

,

MA-47

,  

MA-48

, 

MA-49

Rear  final  drive  oil

I

I

I

I

MA-50

, 

MA-51

Steering gear, linkage, axle, and sus-
pension parts.

I

I

MA-56

, 

MA-57

Tire rotation

NOTE (2)

MA-52

Drive shaft boots and propeller shaft
(4X4)

I

I

I

I

MA-48

Exhaust system

I

I

MA-43

In-cabin  microfilter

R

R

R

R

MA-42

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Reference 

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or

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Title

Perform at number of miles, kilometers 
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

MAINTENANCE OPERATION

MAINTENANCE INTERVAL

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Perform either at number of kilometers (miles) or months, 
whichever comes first.

km x 1,000

(Miles x 

1,000)

Months

10

(6)

6

20

(12)

12

30

(18)

18

40

(24)

24

50

(30)

30

60

(36)

36

70

(42)

42

80

(48)

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Engine compartment and under vehicle

Intake & exhaust valve clearance

NOTE (1)

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Drive belts

NOTE (2)

I

I

EM-14

Engine oil (Use recommended oil)

R

R

R

R

R

R

R

R

LU-9

Engine oil filter (Use Genuine NISSAN engine oil filter or 
equivalent) 

R

R

R

R

R

R

R

R

LU-11

Engine coolant (Use Genuine NISSAN Engine Coolant or 
equivalent in its quality)

NOTE (3)

E

R

CO-13

Cooling system

I

I

CO-11

Fuel lines and EVAP vapor lines

I

I

MA-32

Air cleaner filter (Viscous paper type)

R

R

MA-28

Fuel filter

NOTE (4)

—

Spark plugs (Iridium-tipped type)

       Replace every 100,000 km (60,000 miles)

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 Maintenance items with “ ” should be performed more frequently according to “Maintenance Under Severe Driving Condi-

tions”.

(1) Periodic maintenance is not required. However, if valve noise increases, check valve clearance.
(2) Replace the drive belts if found damaged or if the auto belt tensioner reading reaches the maximum limit.
(3) Use Genuine NISSAN Engine Coolant, or equivalent in its quality in order to avoid possible aluminum corrosion within the engine
cooling system caused by the use of non-genuine engine coolant. After first replacement, replace every 40,000 km (24,000 miles) or 24
months. 
(4) Fuel filter is maintenance-free. For service procedures, refer to FL section. 

CHASSIS AND BODY MAINTENANCE

Abbreviations: I = Inspect and correct or replace as necessary, R = Replace

 Maintenance items with “ ” should be performed more frequently according to “Maintenance Under Severe Driving Condi-

tions”.

MAINTENANCE UNDER SEVERE DRIVING CONDITIONS

The maintenance intervals shown on the preceding pages are for normal operating conditions. If the vehicle is

mainly operated under severe driving conditions as shown below, more frequent maintenance must be per-

formed on the following items as shown in the table.

Severe driving conditions

A — Driving in dusty conditions

B — Repeatedly driving short distances

C — Towing a trailer or caravan

D — Extensive idling

E —Driving in extremely adverse weather conditions or in areas where ambient temperatures are either

extremely low or extremely high

MAINTENANCE OPERATION

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Reference 

page

Perform either at number of kilometers 
(miles) or months, whichever comes first.

km x 1,000

(Miles x 1,000)

Months

10

(6)

6

20

(12)

12

30

(18)

18

40

(24)

24

50

(30)

30

60

(36)

36

70

(42)

42

80

(48)

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Underhood and under vehicle

Brake  line  &  cable

I

I

I

I

BR-20

TM-155

Brake  fluid  (For  level  and  leaks)

I

I

I

I

BR-20

Brake fluid

R

R

BR-20

Automatic transmission fluid (For level & 
leaks)

I

I

I

I

BR-10

Power steering fluid & lines (For level & 
leaks)

I

I

I

I

ST-13

Exhaust system

I

I

EX-5

Transfer  gear  fluid  (For  level  &leaks)

I

I

I

I

DLN-136

Differential gear oil (For level & leaks)

I

I

I

I

DLN-351
DLN-419

Steering gear & linkage, axle & suspen-
sion parts 

I

I

MA-56
MA-57
MA-48

Propeller shaft & drive shafts 

I

I

I

I

Outside and inside

Wheel alignment (If necessary, rotate & 
balance wheels)

I

I

I

I

MA-52

Brake pads, rotors, drums & linings 

I

I

I

I

MA-55

Foot brake & parking brake 
 (For free play, stroke & operation)

I

I

I

I

BR-17

,

PB-5

,

Air conditioner filter

R

R

R

R

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F — Driving in high humidity or mountainous areas

G — Driving in areas using salt or other corrosive materials

H — Driving on rough and/or muddy roads or in the desert

I — Driving with frequent use of braking or in mountainous areas

Maintenance for off-road driving (4WD only)

Whenever you drive off-road through sand, mud or water, more frequent maintenance may be required of the

following items.

• Brake pads and rotors

• Brake lines and hoses

• Differential gear oil, transfer fluid and automatic transmission fluid

• Steering linkage

• Propeller shafts and front drive shafts

• Air cleaner filter

Driving condition

Maintenance item

Maintenance 

operation

Maintenance interval

Reference 

page

A

.

.

.

.

.

.

.

.

Air  cleaner  filter       

 

Viscous  paper  filter Replace

More  frequently

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A

B

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.

.

.

.

.

Engine  oil  and  engine  oil  filter       

Replace

Every 5,000 km (3,000 
miles) or 3 months

LU-9

LU-11

.

.

.

.

.

F

.

.

.

Brake  fluid

Replace

Every 20,000 km (12,000 
miles) or 12 months

BR-20

.

.

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.

.

H

.

Automatic transmission fluid

Replace

Every 40,000 km (24,000 
miles) or 24 months

TM-157

.

.

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.

.

.

H

.

Differential gear oil

Replace

Every 40,000 km (24,000 
miles) or 24 months

DLN-351
DLN-419

.

.

.

.

.

.

G H

.

Steering gear & linkage, axle & suspen-
sion parts 

Inspect

Every 20,000 km (12,000 
miles) or 12 months

MA-56

,

MA-48

.

.

.

.

.

.

G H

.

Propeller  shaft,  &  drive  shafts

Inspect

Every 10,000 km (6,000 
miles) or 6 months

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A

.

C

.

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Brake pads, rotors, drums & linings

Inspect

Every 10,000 km (6,000 
miles) or 6 months

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Air  conditioner  filter

Replace

More  frequently

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RECOMMENDED FLUIDS AND LUBRICANTS

RECOMMENDED FLUIDS AND LUBRICANTS

FOR USA AND CANADA
FOR USA AND CANADA : Fluids and Lubricants

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*1: For further details, refer to 

MA-19, "FOR USA AND CANADA : SAE Viscosity Number"

.

*2: If Genuine NISSAN Matic S ATF is not available, Genuine NISSAN Matic J ATF may also be used. Using automatic transmission
fluid other than Genuine NISSAN Matic S ATF or Matic J ATF will cause deterioration in driveability and automatic transmission durabil-
ity, and may damage the automatic transmission, which is not covered by the NISSAN new vehicle limited warranty.

*3: DEXRON

TM

 VI type ATF may also be used.

*4: Available in mainland U.S.A. through a NISSAN dealer.

Description

Capacity (Approximate)

Recommended Fluids/Lubricants

Metric

US measure

Imp measure

Fuel

80 

21 1/8 gal

17 5/8 gal

Premium unleaded gasoline with an 
octane rating of at least 91 AKI (RON 
96) *7

Engine oil
Drain and refill

With oil filter 
change

VQ40DE

5.1 

5 3/8 qt

4 1/2 qt

• Engine oil with API Certification 

Mark *1

• Viscosity SAE 5W-30

VK56DE

6.5 

6 7/8 qt

5 3/4 qt

Without oil 
filter change

VQ40DE

4.8 

5 1/8 qt

4 1/4 qt

VK56DE

6.2 

6 1/2 qt

5 1/2 qt

Dry engine (engine overhaul)

VQ40DE

6.3 

 6 5/8 qt

5 1/2 qt

VK56DE

7.6 

 8 qt

6 3/4 qt

Cooling system
(with reservoir at 
“MAX” level)

Without rear 
A/C

VQ40DE

10.2 

10 3/4 qt

9 qt

Pre-Diluted Genuine NISSAN Long 
Life Antifreeze/coolant (blue) or 
equivalent

With rear
A/C

VQ40DE
VK56DE

13.4 

14 1/8 qt

11 3/4 qt

Automatic transmission fluid (ATF)

VQ40DE

10.3 

10 7/8 qt

9 1/8 qt

Genuine NISSAN Matic S ATF *2

VK56DE

10.6 

11 1/4 qt

9 3/8 qt

Rear final drive oil

VQ40DE

1.4 

3 pt

2 1/2 pt

Genuine NISSAN differential oil syn-
thetic 75W-90 or API GL-5 synthetic 
gear oil, Viscosity SAE 75W-90 *9

VK56DE

1.75 

3 3/4 pt

3 1/8 pt

Transfer fluid

ATX14B

3.0 

3 1/8 qt

2 5/8 qt

Genuine NISSAN Matic D ATF rec-
ommended *8

TX15B

2.0 

2 1/8 qt

1 3/4 qt

Front final drive oil

VQ40DE

0.85 

1 3/4 pt

1 1/2 pt

Genuine NISSAN Differential Oil Hy-
poid Super GL-5 80W-90 or API GL-5 
Viscosity SAE 80W-90 *6

VK56DE

1.6 

3 3/8 pt

2 7/8 pt

Power steering fluid (PSF)

1.0 

2 1/8 pt

1 3/4 pt

Genuine NISSAN PSF or equivalent 
*3

Brake fluid

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Genuine NISSAN Super Heavy Duty 
Brake Fluid *4 or equivalent,
DOT 3 (US FMVSS No.116)

Multi-purpose grease

—

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NLGI No. 2 (lithium soap base)

Windshield washer fluid

4.5 

1 1/4 gal

1 gal

Genuine NISSAN Windshield Washer 
Concentrate Cleaner & Anti-freeze or 
equivalent

A/C system
refrigerant

Without rear A/C

0.70 

±

 0.05 kg 1.54 

±

 0.11 lb

1.54 

±

 0.11 lb

HFC-134a (R134a) *5

With rear A/C

0.85 

±

 0.05 kg 1.87 

±

 0.11 lb

1.87 

±

 0.11 lb

A/C system oil

Without rear A/C

180 m

6.1 fl oz

6.3 fl oz

A/C System Oil Type S (DH-PS) *5

With Rear A/C

210 m

7.1 fl oz

7.4 fl oz

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RECOMMENDED FLUIDS AND LUBRICANTS

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*5: For further details, see “Air Conditioner Specification Label”.
*6: For hot climates, viscosity SAE 90 is suitable for ambient temperatures above 0

°

 C (32

°

 F).

*7: For further details, refer to 

GI-26, "Precaution for Fuel (Unleaded Premium Gasoline Recommended)"

. For improved performance,

NISSAN recommends the use of unleaded premium gasoline with an octane rating of at least 91 AKI (RON 96).
*8: Using automatic transmission fluid other than Genuine NISSAN Matic D ATF will cause deterioration in driveability and transfer dura-
bility, and may damage the transfer, which is not covered by the NISSAN new vehicle limited warranty.
*9: See a NISSAN dealership for service for synthetic oil.

FOR USA AND CANADA : SAE Viscosity Number

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NISSAN recommends the use of an energy conserving oil in order to

improve fuel economy. Select only engine oils that meet the Ameri-

can Petroleum Institute (API) certification and International Lubricant

Standardization and Approval Commottee (ILSAC) certification and

SAE viscosity standard (2). These oils have the API certification

mark (1) 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.

FOR USA AND CANADA : Anti-Freeze Coolant Mixture Ratio

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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 anti-freeze and coolant protection. The anti-

freeze solution contains rust and corrosion inhibitors. Additional engine cooling system additives are not nec-

essary.

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 escaping from the radia-

tor. 

• The radiator is equipped with a pressure type radiator cap. To prevent engine damage, use only a

genuine NISSAN radiator cap.

CAUTION:

• When adding or replacing coolant, be sure to use only Genuine NISSAN Long Life Antifreeze/Cool-

ant (blue) or equivalent. Genuine NISSAN Long Life Antifreeze/Coolant (blue) is pre-diluted to pro-

vide antifreeze protection to -34

°

F (-37

°

C). If additional freeze protection is needed due to weather

where the vehicle is operated, add Genuine NISSAN long life Antifreeze/Coolant (blue) concentrate

following the directions on the container. If an equivalent coolant other than Genuine NISSAN Long

Life Antifreeze/Coolant (blue) is used, follow the coolant manufacturer’s instructions to maintain

minimum antifreeze protection to -34

°

F (-37

°

C). The use of other types of coolant solutions other

than Genuine NISSAN Long Life Antifreeze/Coolant (blue) or equivalent may damage the engine

cooling system.

• Mixing any other type of coolant other than Genuine NISSAN Long Life Antifreeze/Coolant (blue),

including Genuine NISSAN Long Life Antifreeze/Coolant (green), or the use of non-distilled water will

reduce the life expectancy of the factory filled coolant.

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