Nissan NV Passenger Van (2018 year). Instruction — part 24

Engine coolant*: Replace coolant at the
specified interval. When adding or replac-
ing coolant, be sure to use only Genuine
NISSAN Long Life Antifreeze/Coolant (blue)
or equivalent with the proper mixture. (For
additional information on the proper mix-
ture for your area, refer to “Engine cooling
system” in the “Do-it-yourself ” section of
this manual.)

NOTE:

Mixing any other type of coolant or the
use of non-distilled water may reduce
the recommended service interval of the
coolant.

Engine oil and oil filter: Replace engine oil
and oil filter at the specified intervals. For
recommended oil grade and viscosity refer
to “Recommended fluids/lubricants and
capacities” in the “Technical and consumer
information” section of this manual.

Evaporative emissions control vapor
lines*: Check vapor lines for leaks or loose-
ness. Tighten connections or replace parts
as necessary.

Fuel lines*: Check the fuel hoses, piping
and connections for leaks, looseness, or
deterioration. Tighten connections or re-
place parts as necessary.

Spark plugs: Replace at specified intervals.
Install new plugs of the same type as origi-
nally equipped.

CHASSIS AND BODY
MAINTENANCE:

Brake lines and cables: Visually inspect for
proper installation. Check for chafing,
cracks, deterioration, and signs of leaking.
Replace any deteriorated or damaged
parts immediately.

Brake pads and rotors: Check for wear,
deterioration and fluid leaks. Replace any
deteriorated or damaged parts immedi-
ately.

Exhaust system: Visually inspect the ex-
haust pipes, muffler and hangers for leaks,
cracks, deterioration, and damage. Tighten
connections or replace parts as necessary.

In-cabin microfilter (if so equipped): Re-
place at specified intervals. When driving
for prolonged periods in dusty conditions,
replace the filter more frequently

Steering gear and linkage, axle and sus-
pension parts, drive shaft boots: Check
for damage, looseness, and leakage of oil
or grease. Under severe driving conditions,
inspect more frequently.

Tire rotation: Tires should be rotated every
5,000 miles (8,000 km) according to the in-
structions under “Explanation of general
maintenance items” in this section. When
rotating tires, check for damage and un-
even wear. Replace if necessary.

Transmission fluid/oil, differential oil: Vi-
sually inspect for signs of leakage at speci-
fied intervals.

9-6

Maintenance and schedules

To help ensure smooth, safe and economi-
cal driving, NISSAN provides two mainte-
nance schedules that may be used, de-
pending upon the conditions in which you
usually drive. These schedules contain
both distance and time intervals, up to
120,000 miles (192,000 km)/144 months. For
most people, the odometer reading will in-
dicate when service is needed. However, if
you drive very little, your vehicle should be
serviced at the regular time intervals
shown in the schedule.

After

120,000

miles

(192,000

km)/

144 months, continue maintenance at
the same mileage/time intervals.

ADDITIONAL MAINTENANCE ITEMS
FOR SEVERE OPERATING
CONDITIONS

Additional maintenance items for severe
operating conditions should be per-
formed on vehicles that are driven under
especially demanding conditions.

Additional maintenance items should be
performed if you primarily operate your ve-
hicle under the following conditions:

∙ Repeated short trips of less than 5 miles

(8 km).

∙ Repeated short trips of less than

10 miles (16 km) with outside tempera-
tures remaining below freezing.

∙ Operating in hot weather in stop-

and-go “rush hour” traffic.

∙ Extensive idling and/or low speed driv-

ing for long distances, such as police,
taxi or door-to-door delivery use.

∙ Driving in dusty conditions.

∙ Driving on rough, muddy or salt spread

roads.

∙ Towing a trailer, using a camper or using

a car-top carrier.

NOTE:

For vehicles operated in Canada, both
standard and severe maintenance items
should be performed at every interval.

The following tables show the standard
maintenance schedule. Depending upon
weather and atmospheric conditions, vary-
ing road surfaces, individual driving habits
and vehicle usage, additional or more fre-
quent maintenance may be required.
After

120,000

miles

(192,000

km)/

144 months, continue maintenance at the
same mileage/time interval.

MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES

STANDARD MAINTENANCE

Maintenance and schedules

9-7

EMISSION CONTROL SYSTEM MAINTENANCE

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

MAINTENANCE OPERATION

Perform at number of miles, kilometers or

months, whichever comes first.

miles x 1,000

(km x 1,000)

Months

MAINTENANCE INTERVAL

5

(8)

6

10

(16)

12

15

(24)

18

20

(32)

24

25

(40)

30

30

(48)

36

35

(56)

42

40

(64)

48

45

(72)

54

50

(80)

60

55

(88)

66

60

(96)

72

Drive belts

See NOTE (1)

I*

I*

I*

Air cleaner filter

See NOTE (2)

R

R

EVAP vapor lines

I*

I*

I*

Fuel lines

I*

I*

I*

Fuel filter

See NOTE (3)

Engine coolant*

See NOTE (4)(5)

Engine oil

R

R

R

R

R

R

R

R

R

R

R

R

Engine oil filter

R

R

R

R

R

R

R

R

R

R

R

R

Spark plugs

See NOTE (6)

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

Intake and exhaust valve clearances*

See NOTE (7)

9-8

Maintenance and schedules

MAINTENANCE OPERATION

Perform at number of miles, kilometers or

months, whichever comes first.

miles x 1,000

(km x 1,000)

Months

MAINTENANCE INTERVAL

65

(104)

78

70

(112)

84

75

(120)

90

80

(128)

96

85

(136)

102

90

(144)

108

95

(152)

114

100

(160)

120

105

(168)

126

110

(176)

132

115

(184)

138

120

(192)

144

Drive belts

See NOTE (1)

I*

I*

I*

I*

I*

I*

Air cleaner filter

See NOTE (2)

R

R

EVAP vapor lines

I*

I*

I*

Fuel lines

I*

I*

I*

Fuel filter

See NOTE (3)

Engine coolant*

See NOTE (4)(5)

Engine oil

R

R

R

R

R

R

R

R

R

R

R

R

Engine oil filter

R

R

R

R

R

R

R

R

R

R

R

R

Spark plugs

See NOTE (6)

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

Intake and exhaust valve clearances*

See NOTE (7)

NOTE:
(1) After 40,000 miles (64,000 km) or 48 months, inspect every 10,000 miles (16,000 km) or 12 months.

Replace the drive belts if found damaged.

(2) If operating mainly in dusty conditions, more frequent maintenance may be required.
(3) Periodic maintenance is not required.
(4) First replacement interval is 105,000 miles (168,000 km) or 84 months.

After first replacement, replace every 75,000 miles (120,000 km) or 60 months.

(5) Use only Genuine NISSAN Long Life Antifreeze/Coolant (blue) or equivalent with proper mixture ratio of 50% antifreeze and

50% demineralized or distilled water. Mixing any other type of coolant or the use of non-distilled water may reduce the life
expectancy of the factory fill coolant.

(6) Replace spark plug when the plug gap exceeds 0.049 in (1.25 mm) even if within specified periodic replacement mileage.
(7) Periodic maintenance is not required. However, if valve noise increased, 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.

Maintenance and schedules

9-9

CHASSIS & BODY MAINTENANCE

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

MAINTENANCE OPERATION

Perform at number of miles, kilometers or months,

whichever comes first.

miles x 1,000

(km x 1,000)

Months

MAINTENANCE INTERVAL

5

(8)

6

10

(16)

12

15

(24)

18

20

(32)

24

25

(40)

30

30

(48)

36

35

(56)

42

40

(64)

48

45

(72)

54

50

(80)

60

55

(88)

66

60

(96)

72

Brake lines & cables

I

I

I

I

I

I

Brake pads & rotors

夝

I

I

I

I

I

I

Brake fluid

夝

R

R

R

Automatic transmission fluid

See NOTE (1)

Differential gear oil

See NOTE (2)

I

I

I

I

I

I

Steering gear and linkage, axle and suspension
parts

夝

I

I

I

Propeller shaft

夝

I

I

I

I

I

I

Tire rotation

See NOTE (3)

Exhaust system

夝

I

I

I

In-cabin microfilter

R

R

R

R

9-10

Maintenance and schedules

MAINTENANCE OPERATION

Perform at number of miles, kilometers or months,

whichever comes first.

miles x 1,000

(km x 1,000)

Months

MAINTENANCE INTERVAL

65

(104)

78

70

(112)

84

75

(120)

90

80

(128)

96

85

(136)

102

90

(144)

108

95

(152)

114

100

(160)

120

105

(168)

126

110

(176)

132

115

(184)

138

120

(192)

144

Brake lines & cables

I

I

I

I

I

I

Brake pads & rotors

夝

I

I

I

I

I

I

Brake fluid

夝

R

R

R

Automatic transmission fluid

See NOTE (1)

Differential gear oil

See NOTE (2)

I

I

I

I

I

I

Steering gear and linkage, axle and suspension
parts

夝

I

I

I

Propeller shaft

夝

I

I

I

I

I

I

Tire rotation

See NOTE (3)

Exhaust system

夝

I

I

I

In-cabin microfilter

R

R

R

R

NOTE:

Maintenance items with “

夝” should be performed more frequently according to “Maintenance under severe driving conditions”.

(1) Periodic maintenance is not required.
(2) If towing a trailer, using a camper or a car-top, or driving on rough or muddy roads, change (not just inspect) oil at every

20,000 miles (32,000 km) or 24 months.

(3) For additional information on tire rotation, refer to “General maintenance” in this section.

Maintenance and schedules

9-11

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 performed on the following items as
shown in the table.

SEVERE DRIVING CONDITIONS

∙ Repeated short trips of less than 5 miles

(8 km).

∙ Repeated short trips of less than

10 miles (16 km) with outside tempera-
tures remaining below freezing.

∙ Operating in hot weather in stop-

and-go “rush hour” traffic.

∙ Extensive idling and/or low speed driv-

ing for long distance, such as police, taxi
or door-to-door delivery use.

∙ Driving in dusty conditions.

∙ Driving on rough, muddy or salt spread

roads.

∙ Towing a trailer, using a camper or a

car-top carrier.

Maintenance operation: Inspect = Inspect and correct or replace as necessary.

Maintenance item

Maintenance operation

Maintenance interval

Brake fluid

Replace

Every 10,000 miles (16,000 km) or 12 months

Brake pads & rotors

Inspect

Every 5,000 miles (8,000 km) or 6 months

Steering gear & linkage, axle & suspension parts

Inspect

Every 5,000 miles (8,000 km) or 6 months

Propeller shaft

Inspect

Every 5,000 miles (8,000 km) or 6 months

Exhaust system

Inspect

Every 5,000 miles (8,000 km) or 6 months

MAINTENANCE UNDER SEVERE
OPERATING CONDITIONS

9-12

Maintenance and schedules

5,000 Miles (8,000 km) or
6 Months
Dealer Name:
Date:
Mileage:
Dealer
Stamp:

10,000 Miles (16,000 km) or
12 Months
Dealer Name:
Date:
Mileage:
Dealer
Stamp:

15,000 Miles (24,000 km) or
18 Months
Dealer Name:
Date:
Mileage:
Dealer
Stamp:

20,000 Miles (32,000 km) or
24 Months
Dealer Name:
Date:
Mileage:
Dealer
Stamp:

25,000 Miles (40,000 km) or
30 Months
Dealer Name:
Date:
Mileage:
Dealer
Stamp:

30,000 Miles (48,000 km) or
36 Months
Dealer Name:
Date:
Mileage:
Dealer
Stamp:

35,000 Miles (56,000 km) or
42 Months
Dealer Name:
Date:
Mileage:
Dealer
Stamp:

40,000 Miles (64,000 km) or
48 Months
Dealer Name:
Date:
Mileage:
Dealer
Stamp:

45,000 Miles (72,000 km) or
54 Months
Dealer Name:
Date:
Mileage:
Dealer
Stamp:

MAINTENANCE LOG

Maintenance and schedules

9-13

50,000 Miles (80,000 km) or
60 Months
Dealer Name:
Date:
Mileage:
Dealer
Stamp:

55,000 Miles (88,000 km) or
66 Months
Dealer Name:
Date:
Mileage:
Dealer
Stamp:

60,000 Miles (96,000 km) or
72 Months
Dealer Name:
Date:
Mileage:
Dealer
Stamp:

65,000 Miles (104,000 km) or
78 Months
Dealer Name:
Date:
Mileage:
Dealer
Stamp:

70,000 Miles (112,000 km) or
84 Months
Dealer Name:
Date:
Mileage:
Dealer
Stamp:

75,000 Miles (120,000 km) or
90 Months
Dealer Name:
Date:
Mileage:
Dealer
Stamp:

80,000 Miles (128,000 km) or
96 Months
Dealer Name:
Date:
Mileage:
Dealer
Stamp:

85,000 Miles (136,000 km) or
102 Months
Dealer Name:
Date:
Mileage:
Dealer
Stamp:

90,000 Miles (144,000 km) or
108 Months
Dealer Name:
Date:
Mileage:
Dealer
Stamp:

9-14

Maintenance and schedules

95,000 Miles (152,000 km) or
114 Months
Dealer Name:
Date:
Mileage:
Dealer
Stamp:

100,000 Miles (160,000 km) or
120 Months
Dealer Name:
Date:
Mileage:
Dealer
Stamp:

105,000 Miles (168,000 km) or
126 Months
Dealer Name:
Date:
Mileage:
Dealer
Stamp:

110,000 Miles (176,000 km) or
132 Months
Dealer Name:
Date:
Mileage:
Dealer
Stamp:

115,000 Miles (184,000 km) or
138 Months
Dealer Name:
Date:
Mileage:
Dealer
Stamp:

120,000 Miles (192,000 km) or
144 Months
Dealer Name:
Date:
Mileage:
Dealer
Stamp:

Maintenance and schedules

9-15

MEMO

9-16

Maintenance and schedules

10 Technical and consumer information

Recommended fluids/lubricants and
capacities . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10-2

Fuel recommendation. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10-4
Engine oil and oil filter
recommendations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10-7
Air conditioner system refrigerant and
oil recommendations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10-8

Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10-9

Engine . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10-9
Wheels and tires . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10-10
Dimensions and weights . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10-10

When traveling or registering in another
country. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10-11
Vehicle identification . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10-11

Vehicle Identification Number (VIN)
plate . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10-11
Engine serial number. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10-11
F.M.V.S.S./C.M.V.S.S. certification label . . . . . . . . 10-12
Emission control information label . . . . . . . . . 10-12
Tire and Loading Information label . . . . . . . . . 10-13

Air conditioner specification label. . . . . . . . . . . 10-13

Installing front license plate. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10-13
Vehicle loading information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10-14

Terms . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10-14
Vehicle load capacity . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10-15
Loading tips . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10-17
Measurement of weights . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10-17

Towing a trailer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10-18

Maximum load limits . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10-18
Towing load/specification . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10-22
Towing safety . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10-23
Flat towing for rear wheel drive vehicle . . . . . 10-31

Uniform tire quality grading. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10-31
Emission control system warranty. . . . . . . . . . . . . 10-32
Reporting safety defects . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10-33
Readiness for Inspection/Maintenance (I/M)
test. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10-34
Event Data Recorders (EDR). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10-34
Owner’s Manual/Service Manual order
information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10-35

The following are approximate capacities. The actual refill capacities may be slightly different. When refilling, follow the procedure
described in the “Do-it-yourself ” section to determine the proper refill capacity.

Fluid type

Capacity (approximate)

Recommended Fluids/Lubricants

Metric

Measure

US

Measure

Imperial

Measure

Fuel

105.8 L

28 gal

23-1/4 gal

• For additional information refer to “Fuel recommendation” in
this section.

Engine oil*1
Drain and refill
*1: For additional
information, refer to
“Engine oil” in the
“Do-it- yourself ”
section of this
manual.

VQ40DE

With oil filter

change

5.1 L

5-3/8 qt

4-1/2 qt

• Genuine “Nissan Motor Oil Ester 5W-30 SN” is recommended.
• If the above motor oil is not available, use an equivalent
motor oil that matches the above grade and viscosity.
For additional information, refer to “Engine oil and oil filter
recommendation” in this section.

Without oil

filter change

4.8 L

5-1/8 qt

4-1/4 qt

VK56VD

With oil filter

change

6.5 L

6-7/8 qt

5-3/4 qt

• Genuine “Nissan Motor Oil 0W-20 SN” is recommended.
• If the above motor oil is not available, use an equivalent
motor oil that matches the above grade and viscosity.
For additional information, refer to “Engine oil and oil filter
recommendation” in this section.

Without oil

filter change

6.2 L

6-1/2 qt

5-1/2 qt

Engine coolant
with reservoir

12.7 L

3-3/8 gal

2-3/4 gal

• Pre-diluted Genuine NISSAN Long Life Antifreeze/Coolant
(blue) or equivalent.

RECOMMENDED FLUIDS/
LUBRICANTS AND CAPACITIES

10-2

Technical and consumer information

Fluid type

Capacity (approximate)

Recommended Fluids/Lubricants

Metric

Measure

US

Measure

Imperial

Measure

Automatic Transmission Fluid (ATF)

5AT

—

—

—

• Genuine NISSAN Matic S ATF
• NISSAN recommends using Genuine NISSAN Matic S ATF in
NISSAN automatic transmissions. If Genuine NISSAN Matic S
ATF is not available, Genuine NISSAN Matic J ATF may also be
used. Do not mix with other fluids. Using fluids that are not
equivalent to Genuine NISSAN Matic S ATF or Genuine NISSAN
Matic J ATF may damage the automatic transmission. Damage
caused by the use of fluids other than as recommended is not
covered under the NISSAN’S New Vehicle Limited Warranty.

7AT

—

—

—

• Genuine NISSAN Matic S ATF
• NISSAN recommends using Genuine NISSAN Matic S ATF
ONLY in NISSAN automatic transmissions. Do not mix with
other fluids. Using fluids that are not equivalent to Genuine
NISSAN Matic S ATF may damage the automatic transmission.
Damage caused by the use of fluids other than as
recommended is not covered under the NISSAN’S New Vehicle
Limited Warranty.

Differential gear oil

2.6 L

5-1/2 pt

4-5/8 pt

• API GL-5 synthetic gear oil, Viscosity SAE 75W-90

Power Steering Fluid (PSF)

—

—

—

• Genuine NISSAN PSF-II or equivalent

Brake fluid

—

—

—

• Genuine NISSAN Super Heavy Duty Brake Fluid*2 or
equivalent DOT 3
*2: Available in mainland U.S.A. through a NISSAN dealer.

Multi-purpose grease

—

—

—

• NLGI No. 2 (Lithium Soap base)

Technical and consumer information

10-3

Fluid type

Capacity (approximate)

Recommended Fluids/Lubricants

Metric

Measure

US

Measure

Imperial

Measure

Air conditioning system refrigerant

—

—

—

• HFC-134a (R-134a)
• For additional information, refer to “Air conditioner
specification label” in this section.

Air conditioning system oil

—

—

—

• Genuine NISSAN A/C System Oil Type S (KLH00-PAGS0) or
equivalent
• For additional information, refer to “Air conditioner system
refrigerant and oil recommendations” in this section.

Windshield-washer fluid

4.5 L

1-1/4 gal

1 gal

• Genuine NISSAN Windshield Washer Concentrate Cleaner &
Antifreeze or equivalent

FUEL RECOMMENDATION

Use unleaded regular gasoline with an oc-
tane rating of at least 87 AKI (Anti-Knock In-
dex) number (Research octane number 91).

CAUTION

∙ Using a fuel other than that specified

could adversely affect the emission
control system, and may also affect
the warranty coverage.

∙ Under no circumstances should a

leaded gasoline be used, because this
will damage the three-way catalyst.

∙ Do not use E-15 or E-85 fuel in your

vehicle. Your vehicle is not designed to
run on E-15 or E-85 fuel. Using E-15 or
E-85 fuel in a vehicle not specifically
designed for E-15 or E-85 fuel can ad-
versely affect the emission control
devices and systems of the vehicle.
Damage caused by such fuel is not
covered by the NISSAN New Vehicle
Limited Warranty.

∙ Do not use fuel that contains the oc-

tane booster methylcyclopentadienyl
manganese tricarbonyl (MMT). Using
fuel containing MMT may adversely af-
fect vehicle performance and vehicle

emissions. Not all fuel dispensers are
labeled to indicate MMT content, so
you may have to consult your gaso-
line retailer for more details. Note that
Federal and California laws prohibit
the use of MMT in reformulated
gasoline.

∙ U.S. government regulations require

ethanol dispensing pumps to be iden-
tified by a small, square, orange and
black label with the common abbre-
viation or the appropriate percentage
for that region.

10-4

Technical and consumer information

Gasoline specifications

NISSAN recommends using gasoline that
meets the World-Wide Fuel Charter (WWFC)
specifications where it is available. Many of
the automobile manufacturers developed
this specification to improve emission con-
trol system and vehicle performance. Ask
your service station manager if the gaso-
line meets the WWFC specifications.

Reformulated gasoline

Some fuel suppliers are now producing re-
formulated gasolines. These gasolines are
specially designed to reduce vehicle emis-
sions. NISSAN supports efforts towards
cleaner air and suggests that you use re-
formulated gasoline when available.

Gasoline containing oxygenates

Some fuel suppliers sell gasoline contain-
ing oxygenates such as ethanol, Methyl
Tert-butyl Ether (MTBE) and methanol with
or without advertising their presence.
NISSAN does not recommend the use of
fuels of which the oxygenate content and
the fuel compatibility for your NISSAN can-
not 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.

∙ The fuel should be unleaded and have

an octane rating no lower than that
recommended for unleaded gasoline.

∙ If an oxygenate-blend other than

methanol blend is used, it should
contain no more than 10% oxygenate.
(MTBE may, however, be added up to
15%.)

∙ E-15 fuel contains more than 10% oxy-

genate. E-15 fuel will adversely affect
the emission control devices and sys-
tems of the vehicle and should not be
used. Damage caused by such fuel is
not covered by the NISSAN New Ve-
hicle Limited Warranty.

∙ If a methanol blend is used, it should

contain no more than 5% methanol
(methyl 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 driveability problems such as engine
stalling and difficult hot-starting are expe-
rienced after using oxygenate-blend fuels,
immediately change to a non-oxygenate
fuel or a fuel with a low blend of MTBE.

Take care not to spill gasoline during re-
fueling. Gasoline containing oxygenates
can cause paint damage.

E–15 fuel

E-15 fuel is a mixture of approximately 15%
fuel ethanol and 85% unleaded gasoline.
E-15 can only be used in vehicles designed
to run on E-15 fuel. Do not use E-15 in your
vehicle. U.S. government regulations re-
quire fuel ethanol dispensing pumps to be
identified with small, square, orange and
black label with the common abbreviation
or the appropriate percentage for that re-
gion.

E–85 fuel

E-85 fuel is a mixture of approximately 85%
fuel ethanol and 15% unleaded gasoline.

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