Nissan Rogue Select (2015 year). Manual — part 15

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All-Wheel Drive (AWD) models

TOWING RECOMMENDED BY NISSAN

All-Wheel Drive (AWD) models

NISSAN recommends that towing dollies be
used when towing your vehicle or place the
vehicle on a flatbed truck as illustrated.

CAUTION

Never tow AWD models with any of the
wheels on the ground as this may cause
serious and expensive damage to the
powertrain.

In case of emergency

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In case of emergency

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Two-Wheel Drive (2WD) models

Two-Wheel Drive (2WD) models

NISSAN recommends that your vehicle be
towed with the driving (front) wheels off the
ground or place the vehicle on a flat bed truck as
illustrated.

CAUTION

. Never tow Continuously Variable

Transmission (CVT) models with
the front wheels on the ground or
four wheels on the ground (forward
or backward), as this may cause
serious and expensive damage to

the transmission. If it is necessary to
tow the vehicle with the rear wheels
raised, always use towing dollies
under the front wheels.

. When towing CVT models with the

front wheels on towing dollies:

— Turn the ignition switch to the

OFF position, and secure the
steering wheel in a straight-
ahead position with a rope or
similar device.

— Move the shift lever to the N

(Neutral) position.

. When towing a CVT model with the

rear wheels on the ground (if you do
not use towing dollies): Always
release the parking brake.

VEHICLE RECOVERY (freeing a stuck
vehicle)

WARNING

. Stand clear of a stuck vehicle.
. Do not spin your tires at high speed.

This could cause them to explode
and result in serious injury. Parts of
your vehicle could also overheat
and be damaged.

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Front

Pulling a stuck vehicle

Do not use the tie down hooks for towing or
vehicle recovery.

Front:

Securely install the recovery hook

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1

(stored in

the luggage room) as illustrated.

Make sure that the hook is properly secured in
the original place after use.

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Rear

Rear:

Do not use the tie down hook to pull the vehicle.

CAUTION

. Tow chains or cables must be at-

tached only to the main structural
members of the vehicle or the
recovery hook. Otherwise, the vehi-
cle body will be damaged.

. Do not use the vehicle tie down

hooks to free a vehicle stuck in
sand, snow, mud, etc. Never tow a
vehicle using the vehicle tie down

hooks.

. Always pull the cable straight out

from the front of the vehicle. Never
pull on the vehicle at an angle.

. Pulling devices should be routed so

they do not touch any part of the
suspension, steering, brake or cool-
ing systems.

. Pulling devices such as ropes or

canvas straps are not recommended
for use in vehicle towing or recov-
ery.

Rocking a stuck vehicle

If your vehicle is stuck in sand, snow, mud, etc.,
use the following procedure:

1. Turn off the Vehicle Dynamic Control (VDC)

system.

2. Make sure the area in front and behind the

vehicle is clear of obstructions.

3. Turn the steering wheel right and left to clear

an area around the front tires.

4. Slowly rock the vehicle forward and back-

ward.

.

Shift back and forth between R (Reverse)

and D (Drive).

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In case of emergency

.

Apply the accelerator as little as possible

to maintain the rocking motion.

.

Release the accelerator pedal before

shifting between R and D.

.

Do not spin the tires above 35 MPH (55

km/h).

5. If the vehicle cannot be freed after a few

tries, contact a professional towing service
to remove the vehicle.

7 Appearance and care

Cleaning exterior . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ... 7-2

Washing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-2
Waxing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ... 7-2
Removing spots . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ... 7-3
Underbody . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-3
Glass . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. 7-3
Wheels . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ... 7-3
Chrome parts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ... 7-3
Tire dressing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-4

Cleaning interior . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ... 7-4

Air fresheners . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-5
Floor mats . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ... 7-5
Seat belts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-6

Corrosion protection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-6

Most common factors contributing to
vehicle corrosion . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ... 7-6
Environmental factors influence the rate
of corrosion . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-6
To protect your vehicle from corrosion . . . . . ... 7-6

7-2

Appearance and care

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 damage

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 vehicle
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 surface
when putting on or removing the body
cover.

WASHING

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

CAUTION

. 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
detergents, 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 be 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 flanges, seams and folds on the doors,
hatches and hood are particularly vulnerable to
the effects of road salt. Therefore, these areas
must be regularly cleaned. 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.

Avoid leaving water spots on the paint surface
by using a damp chamois to dry the vehicle.

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 weathered appearance before
reapplying wax.

A NISSAN dealer can 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 abrasives,

cutting compounds or cleaners that may
damage the vehicle finish.

Machine compound or aggressive polishing on a
base coat/clear coat paint finish may dull the

CLEANING EXTERIOR

finish or leave swirl marks.

REMOVING SPOTS

Remove tar and oil spots, industrial dust,
insects, and tree sap as quickly as possible
from the paint surface to avoid lasting damage
or staining. Special cleaning products are
available at a NISSAN dealer or any automotive
accessory stores.

UNDERBODY

In areas where road salt is used in winter, the
underbody must be cleaned regularly. This will
prevent dirt and salt from building up and
causing the acceleration of corrosion on the
underbody and suspension. Before the winter
period and again in the spring, the underseal
must be checked and, if necessary, re-treated.

GLASS

Use glass cleaner to remove smoke and dust
film from the glass surfaces. It is normal 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.

CAUTION

When cleaning the inside of the win-
dows, do not use sharp-edged tools,
abrasive cleaners or chlorine-based

disinfectant cleaners. They could da-
mage the electrical conductors, radio
antenna elements or rear window
defroster elements.

WHEELS

Wash the wheels when washing the vehicle to
maintain their appearance.
. Clean the inner side of the wheels when the

wheel is changed or the underside of the
vehicle is washed.

. Inspect wheel rims regularly for dents or

corrosion. Such damage may cause loss of
pressure or poor seal at the tire bead.

. NISSAN recommends that the road wheels

be waxed to protect against road salt in
areas where it is used during winter.

CAUTION

Do not use abrasive cleaners when
washing the wheels.

Aluminum alloy wheels

Wash regularly with a sponge dampened in a
mild soap solution, especially during winter
months in areas where road salt is used. Salt
could discolor the wheels if not removed.

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

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TIRE DRESSING

NISSAN does not recommend the use of tire
dressings. Tire manufacturers apply a coating to
the tires to help reduce discoloration of the
rubber. If a tire dressing is applied to the tires, it
may react with the coating and form a com-
pound. 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 coat-

ing on the tire dissolves more easily 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).

. Wipe off excess tire dressing using a dry

towel. Make sure the tire dressing is
completely removed from the tire tread/
grooves.

. Allow the tire dressing to dry as recom-

mended by 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 surfaces with a clean, soft cloth dam-
pened 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.

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 water or acidic cleaners (hot
steam cleaners) on the seat. This can
damage the seat or occupant classifica-
tion 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.

. For cleaning, use a soft cloth, dam-

pened with water. Never use a rough
cloth, alcohol, benzine, thinner or
any kind of solvent or paper towel
with a chemical cleaning agent.
They will scratch or cause discolora-
tion to the lens.

. Do not spray any liquid such as

water on the meter lens. Spraying
liquid may cause the system to
malfunction.

. Small dirt particles can be abrasive

and damaging to the leather sur-
faces and should be removed
promptly. Do not use saddle soap,
car waxes, polishes, oils, cleaning
fluids, solvents, detergents or am-
monia-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

CLEANING INTERIOR

may damage the lens cover.

AIR FRESHENERS

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

permanent discoloration when they contact
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 manufacturer’s
instructions before using air fresheners.

FLOOR MATS

WARNING

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

. NEVER place a floor mat on top of

another floor mat in the driver front
position.

. Use only genuine NISSAN floor

mats specifically designed for use
in your vehicle model. See your
NISSAN dealer for more informa-
tion.

. Properly position the mats in the

floorwell using the floor mat posi-
tioning aid. See “Floor mat posi-
tioning aid (driver’s side only)” (P.7-
5).

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 cleaning and replaced if
they become excessively worn.

SAI0038

Floor mat positioning aid (driver’s side
only)

This vehicle includes front floor mat brackets to
act as floor mat positioning aid. NISSAN floor
mats have been specially designed for your
vehicle model. The driver’s side floor mat has
grommet holes in it. To install, position the mat
by placing the floor mat bracket hook through
the floor mat grommet hole while centering the
mat in the floorwell.

Periodically check to make certain that the mats
are properly positioned.

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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 completely in
the shade before using them.

See “Seat belts” (P.1-9).

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 CONTRI-
BUTING TO VEHICLE CORROSION

. The accumulation of moisture-retaining dirt

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

. Damage to paint and other protective coat-

ings caused by gravel and stone chips or
minor traffic accidents.

ENVIRONMENTAL FACTORS INFLU-
ENCE THE RATE OF CORROSION

Moisture

Accumulation of sand, dirt and water on the
vehicle body underside can accelerate corro-
sion. 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 areas where
the temperatures stay above freezing where
atmospheric pollution exists, or where road salt
is used.

Temperature

A temperature increase will 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 will
accelerate the corrosion process. Road salt will
also accelerate the disintegration of paint
surfaces.

TO 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

debris from the passenger compart-
ment by washing it out with a hose.

CORROSION PROTECTION

Remove dirt with a vacuum cleaner.

. Never allow water or other liquids to

come in contact with electronic
components inside the vehicle as
this may damage them.

Chemicals used for road surface deicing 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,
consult a NISSAN dealer.

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8 Maintenance and do-it-yourself

Maintenance requirement . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-2

Scheduled maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-2
General maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-2
Where to go for service . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-2

General maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ... 8-2

Explanation of maintenance items . . . . . . . . ... 8-2

Maintenance precautions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-5
Engine compartment check locations . . . . . . . . .. 8-6

QR25DE engine . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. 8-6

Engine cooling system . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-7

Checking engine coolant level . . . . . . . . . . . 8-8
Changing engine coolant . . . . . . . . . . . . .. 8-8

Engine oil . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-9

Checking engine oil level . . . . . . . . . . . . .. 8-9
Changing engine oil and filter . . . . . . . . . . .. 8-9

Continuously Variable Transmission (CVT) fluid . . . 8-11
Brake fluid . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-11
Window washer fluid . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-12
Battery . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ... 8-13

Jump starting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-14

Drive belts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-14
Spark plugs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-15

Replacing spark plugs . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-15

Air cleaner . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ... 8-16
Windshield wiper blades . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-17

Cleaning . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ... 8-17
Replacing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-17

Rear window wiper blade . . . . . . . . . . . . ... 8-18
Brakes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. 8-18

Self-adjusting brakes . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-18
Brake pad wear indicators . . . . . . . . . . .. 8-18

Fuses . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-19

Engine compartment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-19
Passenger compartment . . . . . . . . . . . .. 8-20

Battery replacement . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. 8-22

Key fob . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. 8-22

Lights . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-24

Headlights . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-24
Exterior and interior lights . . . . . . . . . . . 8-26

Wheels and tires . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ... 8-29

Tire pressure . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ... 8-29
Tire labeling . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-31
Types of tires . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ... 8-33
Tire chains . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ... 8-34
Changing wheels and tires . . . . . . . . . . .. 8-35

8-2

Maintenance and do-it-yourself

Some day-to-day and regular maintenance is
essential to maintain your vehicle’s fine mechan-
ical condition, as well as its emission and engine
performance.

It is the owner’s responsibility to make sure that
the scheduled maintenance, as well as general
maintenance, is performed.

As the vehicle owner, you are the only one who
can ensure that your vehicle receives the proper
maintenance. You are a vital link in the main-
tenance chain.

SCHEDULED MAINTENANCE

For your convenience, both required and op-
tional scheduled maintenance items are de-
scribed and listed in your “NISSAN Service and
Maintenance Guide”. You must refer to that
guide to ensure that necessary maintenance is
performed on your vehicle at regular intervals.

GENERAL MAINTENANCE

General maintenance includes those items
which should be checked during normal day-
to-day operation. They are essential for proper
vehicle operation. It is your responsibility to
perform these procedures regularly as pre-
scribed.

Performing general maintenance checks re-
quires minimal mechanical skill and only a few
general automotive tools.

These checks or inspections can be done by
yourself, a qualified technician or, if you prefer, a
NISSAN dealer.

WHERE TO GO FOR SERVICE

If maintenance service is required or your vehicle
appears to malfunction, have the systems
checked and serviced by a NISSAN dealer.

NISSAN technicians are well-trained specialists
and are kept up-to-date with the latest service
information through technical bulletins, service
tips, and in-dealership information systems.
They are completely qualified to work on
NISSAN vehicles before work begins.

You can be confident that a NISSAN dealer’s
service department performs the best job to
meet the maintenance requirements on your
vehicle.

During the normal day-to-day operation of the
vehicle, general maintenance should be per-
formed regularly as prescribed in this section. If
you detect any unusual sounds, vibrations or
smell, be sure to check for the cause or have a
NISSAN dealer do it promptly. In addition, you
should notify a NISSAN dealer if you think that
repairs are required.

When performing any checks or maintenance
work, see “Maintenance precautions” (P.8-5).

EXPLANATION OF MAINTENANCE
ITEMS

Additional information on the following
items with “*” is found later in this section.

Outside the vehicle

The maintenance items listed here should be
performed from time to time, unless otherwise
specified.

Doors and engine hood: Check that all doors
and the engine hood operate properly. Also
ensure that all latches lock securely. Lubricate
hinges, latches, latch pins, rollers and links if
necessary. Make sure that the secondary latch
keeps the hood from opening when the primary
latch is released.

When driving in areas using road salt or other
corrosive materials, check lubrication frequently.

MAINTENANCE REQUIREMENT

GENERAL MAINTENANCE

Lights*: Clean the headlights on a regular basis.
Make sure that the headlights, stop lights, tail
lights, turn signal lights, and other lights are all
operating properly and installed securely. Also
check headlight aim.

Road wheel nuts (lug nuts)*: When checking
the tires, make sure no wheel nuts are missing,
and check for any loose wheel nuts. Tighten if
necessary.

Tire rotation*: Tires should be rotated every
5,000 miles (8,000 km).

Tires*: Check the pressure with a gauge often
and always prior to long distance trips. If
necessary, adjust the pressure in all tires,
including the spare, to the pressure specified.
Check carefully for damage, cuts or excessive
wear.

Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS)
transmitter components: Replace the TPMS
transmitter grommet seal, valve core and cap
when the tires are replaced due to wear or age.

Wheel alignment and balance: If the vehicle
should pull to either side while driving on a
straight and level road, or if you detect uneven or
abnormal tire wear, there may be a need for
wheel alignment.

If the steering wheel or seat vibrates at normal
highway speeds, wheel balancing may be
needed.

For additional information regarding tires, refer
to “Important Tire Safety Information” in the
Warranty Information Booklet.

Windshield: Clean the windshield on a regular
basis. Check the windshield at least every six
months for cracks or other damage. Have a
damaged windshield repaired by a qualified
repair facility.

Windshield wiper blades*: Check for cracks
or wear if they do not wipe properly.

Inside the vehicle

The maintenance items listed here should be
checked on a regular basis, such as when
performing scheduled maintenance, cleaning
the vehicle, etc.

Accelerator pedal: Check the pedal for
smooth operation and make sure the pedal
does not catch or require uneven effort. Keep
the floor mat away from the pedal.

Brake pedal: Check the pedal for smooth
operation. If the brake pedal suddenly goes
down further than normal, the pedal feels
spongy or the vehicle seems to take longer to
stop, see a NISSAN dealer immediately. Keep
the floor mat away from the pedal.

Brakes: Check that the brakes do not pull the
vehicle to one side when applied.

Continuously Variable Transmission (CVT)
P (Park) position mechanism: On a fairly
steep hill, check that the vehicle is held securely
with the shift lever in the P (Park) position
without applying any brakes.

Parking brake: Check the parking brake
operation regularly. The vehicle should be
securely held on a fairly steep hill with only the
parking brake applied. If the parking brake needs
adjusted, see a NISSAN dealer.

Seat belts: Check that all parts of the seat belt
system (for example, buckles, anchors, adjusters
and retractors) operate properly and smoothly,
and are installed securely. Check the belt
webbing for cuts, fraying, wear or damage.

Seats: Check seat position controls such as
seat adjusters, seatback recliner, etc. to ensure
they operate smoothly and that all latches lock
securely in every position. Check that the head
restraints/headrests move up and down
smoothly and that the locks (if so equipped)
hold securely in all latched positions.

Steering wheel: Check for changes in the
steering conditions, such as excessive free play,
hard steering or strange noises.

Warning lights and chimes: Make sure that
all warning lights and chimes are operating
properly.

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Maintenance and do-it-yourself

Windshield defroster: Check that the air
comes out of the defroster outlets properly and
in sufficient quantity when operating the heater
or air conditioner.

Windshield wiper and washer*: Check that
the wipers and washer operate properly and that
the wipers do not streak.

Under the hood and vehicle

The maintenance items listed here should be
checked periodically (for example, each time you
check the engine oil or refuel).

Battery*: Check the fluid level in each cell.

It should be between the MAX and MIN lines.
Vehicles operated in high temperatures or under
severe condition require frequent checks of the
battery fluid level.

NOTE:

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

nic accessories that consume battery
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.

Brake fluid level*: Make sure that the brake
fluid level is between the MAX and MIN lines on
the reservoir.

Engine coolant level*: Check the coolant level
when the engine is cold.

Engine drive belts*: Make sure that the drive
belts are not frayed, worn, cracked or oily.

Engine oil level*: Check the level after parking
the vehicle on a level surface and turning off the
engine. Wait more than 10 minutes for the oil to
drain back into the oil pan.

Exhaust system: Make sure there are no loose
supports, cracks or holes. If the sound of the
exhaust seems unusual or there is a smell of
exhaust fumes, immediately have the exhaust
system inspected by a NISSAN dealer. (See
“Precautions when starting and driving” (P.5-2)
for exhaust gas (carbon monoxide).)

Fluid leaks: Check under the vehicle for fuel,
oil, water or other fluid leaks after the vehicle has
been parked for a while. Water dripping from the
air conditioner after use is normal. If you should
notice any leaks or if gasoline fumes are evident,
check for the cause and have it corrected
immediately.

Radiator and hoses: Check the front of the
radiator and clean off any dirt, insects, leaves,
etc., that may have accumulated. Make sure the
hoses have no cracks, deformation, rot or loose
connections.

Underbody: The underbody is frequently ex-
posed to corrosive substances such as those
used on icy roads or to control dust. It is very
important to remove these substances, other-
wise rust will form on the floor pan, frame, fuel
lines and around the exhaust system. At the end
of winter, the underbody should be thoroughly
flushed with plain water, being careful to clean
those areas where mud and dirt may accumu-
late. For additional information, see “Cleaning
exterior” (P.7-2).

Windshield washer fluid*: Check that there is
adequate fluid in the reservoir.