Nissan Pathfinder (2018 year). Instruction — part 27
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. Addi-
tional maintenance items should be per-
formed if you primarily operate your vehicle
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,
varying road surfaces, individual driving
habits and vehicle usage, additional or more
frequent 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
Replace every 5,000 miles (8,000 km) or 6 months
Engine oil filter
Replace every 5,000 miles (8,000 km) or 6 months
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
Replace every 5,000 miles (8,000 km) or 6 months
Engine oil filter
Replace every 5,000 miles (8,000 km) or 6 months
Spark plugs
See NOTE (6)
Replace every 105,000 miles (168,000 km)
Intake and exhaust valve clearances*
See NOTE (7)
Maintenance and schedules
9-9
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 ration 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 0.053 in (1.35 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.
9-10
Maintenance and schedules
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
CVT fluid
See NOTE (1)
I
I
I
I
I
I
Transfer fluid & differential gear oil
See NOTE (2)
I
I
I
I
I
I
Steering gear and linkage, axle and suspension
parts
夝
I
I
I
Tire rotation
See NOTE (3)
Propeller shaft & drive shaft boots (4WD models)
夝
I
I
I
I
I
I
Exhaust system
夝
I
I
I
In-cabin microfilter
R
R
R
R
Intelligent key battery
R
R
R
R
Maintenance and schedules
9-11
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 and cables
I
I
I
I
I
I
Brake pads and rotors
夝
I
I
I
I
I
I
Brake fluid
夝
R
R
R
CVT fluid
See NOTE (1)
I
I
I
I
I
I
Transfer fluid & differential gear oil
See NOTE (2)
I
I
I
I
I
I
Steering gear and linkage, axle and suspension
parts
夝
I
I
I
Tire rotation
See NOTE (3)
Propeller shaft & drive shaft boots (4WD mod-
els)
夝
I
I
I
I
I
I
Exhaust system
夝
I
I
I
In-cabin microfilter
R
R
R
R
Intelligent key battery
R
R
R
R
NOTE:
Maintenance items with “
夝” should be performed more frequently according to “Maintenance under severe driving conditions”.
(1) If towing a trailer, using a camper or a car-top carrier or driving on rough or muddy roads, inspect CVT fluid deterioration every
60,000 miles (96,000 km), then change CVT fluid if necessary. And if the inspection is not performed, change (not just inspect)
CVT fluid every 60,000 miles (96,000 km). It is recommended that you visit a NISSAN dealer for this service.
(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.
9-12
Maintenance and schedules
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 using
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 & drive shaft boots (4WD models)
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
Maintenance and schedules
9-13
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
9-14
Maintenance and schedules
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:
Maintenance and schedules
9-15
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:
9-16
Maintenance and schedules
10 Technical and consumer information
Fuel recommendation. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10-4
Engine oil and oil filter
recommendations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10-6
Air conditioner system refrigerant and
oil recommendations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10-7
Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10-8
Engine . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10-8
Wheels and tires . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10-9
Dimensions and weights . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10-9
Vehicle Identification Number (VIN)
plate . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10-10
Vehicle identification number
(chassis number) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10-10
Engine serial number. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10-11
F.M.V.S.S./C.M.V.S.S. certification label . . . . . . . . . 10-11
Emission control information label . . . . . . . . . . 10-11
Tire and Loading Information label . . . . . . . . . 10-12
Air conditioner specification label. . . . . . . . . . . 10-12
Installing front license plate. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10-12
Vehicle loading information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10-13
Terms . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10-13
Vehicle load capacity . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10-14
Securing the load. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10-15
Loading tips . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10-16
Measurement of weights . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10-16
Towing a trailer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10-17
Maximum load limits . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10-17
Towing load/specification . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10-21
Towing safety . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10-22
Flat towing for 4–Wheel drive vehicle
(if so equipped) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10-30
Flat towing for front wheel drive vehicle
(if so equipped) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10-30
Uniform tire quality grading. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10-31
Emission control system warranty. . . . . . . . . . . . . 10-32
Reporting safety defects . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10-32
Readiness for Inspection/Maintenance (I/M)
test. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10-33
Event Data Recorders (EDR). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10-34
Owner’s Manual/Service Manual order
information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10-35
The following are approximate capaci-
ties. 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
74 L
19-1/2 gal
16-1/4 gal
• For additional information, refer to “Fuel recommendation” in
this section.
Engine oil*
Drain and refill
* For additional
information, refer to
“Engine oil” in the
“Do-it-yourself ” section
of this manual.
With oil filter
change
4.8 L
5-1/8 qt
4-1/4 qt
• Genuine “NISSAN Motor Oil 0W-20 SN” is recommended.
• If the above motor oil is not available, use an equivalent mo-
tor oil that matches the above grade and viscosity. For addi-
tional information, refer to “Engine oil and oil filter recommen-
dations” in this section.
Without oil filter
change
4.5 L
4-3/4 qt
4 qt
Engine coolant
with reservoir
9.8 L
2-5/8 gal
2-1/8 gal
• Pre-diluted Genuine NISSAN Long Life Antifreeze/Coolant
(blue) or equivalent
Continuously Variable Transmission (CVT)
fluid
—
—
—
• Genuine NISSAN CVT Fluid NS-3
• NISSAN recommends using Genuine NISSAN CVT Fluid NS-3
(or equivalent) ONLY in NISSAN CVTs. Do not mix with other
fluids. Using fluids that are not equivalent to Genuine NISSAN
CVT Fluid NS-3 may damage the CVT. Damage caused by the
use of fluids other than as recommended is not covered un-
der NISSAN’s New Vehicle Limited Warranty.
RECOMMENDED FLUIDS/
LUBRICANTS AND CAPACITIES
10-2
Technical and consumer information
Fluid type
Capacity (approximate)
Recommended Fluids/Lubricants
Metric
Measure
US
Measure
Imperial
Measure
Differential gear oil
—
—
—
• Genuine NISSAN Differential Oil Hypoid Super Semi-synthetic
API GL-5, Viscosity SAE 75W-90
• The use of differential gear oil other than the specified may
cause vehicle malfunctions and result in non-warranty vehicle
repairs.
Transfer fluid
—
—
—
• Genuine NISSAN Differential Oil Hypoid super GL-5 80W-90 or
equivalent conventional (non-synthetic) oil
Power Steering Fluid (PSF)
—
—
—
• Genuine NISSAN E-PSF or equivalent.
• Use of power steering fluid other than Genuine NISSAN E-PSF
will prevent the power steering system from operating
properly.
Brake fluid
—
—
—
• Genuine NISSAN Super Heavy Duty Brake Fluid or equivalent
DOT 3
• Available in mainland U.S.A. through a NISSAN dealer
Multi-purpose grease
—
—
—
• NLGI No. 2 (Lithium Soap base)
Windshield-washer fluid
5 L
1-3/8 gal
1-1/8 gal
• Genuine NISSAN Windshield Washer Concentrate Cleaner &
Antifreeze fluid or equivalent
Air conditioning system refrigerant
—
—
—
• HFC-134a (R-134a)
• For additional information, refer to “Air conditioner system
refrigerant and oil recommendations” in this section.
Air conditioning system oil
—
—
—
• Genuine NISSAN A/C System Oil Type S (DH-PS) or equivalent
• For additional information, refer to “Air conditioner system
refrigerant and oil recommendations” in this section.
Technical and consumer information
10-3
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
∙ Only vehicles with the E-85 filler door
label can operate on E-85. Fuel system
or other damage can occur if E-85 is
used in vehicles that are not designed
to run on E-85.
∙ 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 a fuel containing more
than 15% ethanol in your vehicle. Your
vehicle is not designed to run on a fuel
containing more than 15% ethanol.
Using a fuel containing more than 15%
ethanol in a vehicle not specifically
designed for a fuel containing more
than 15% ethanol can adversely affect
the emission control devices and sys-
tems 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
affect vehicle performance and ve-
hicle emissions. Not all fuel dispens-
ers are labeled to indicate MMT con-
tent, so you may have to consult your
gasoline retailer for more details.
Note that Federal and California laws
prohibit the use of MMT in reformu-
lated 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.
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.
10-4
Technical and consumer information
∙ If an oxygenate-blend other than
methanol blend is used, it should
contain no more than 15% oxygenate.
∙ 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 appropriate cosolvents
and corrosion inhibitors. If not prop-
erly formulated with appropriate co-
solvents and corrosion inhibitors,
such methanol blends may cause fuel
system damage and/or vehicle per-
formance problems. At this time, suf-
ficient 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. U.S. government regula-
tions
require
fuel
ethanol
dispensing
pumps to be identified with small, square,
orange and black label with the common
abbreviation or the appropriate percent-
age for that region.
E–85 fuel
E-85 fuel is a mixture of approximately 85%
fuel ethanol and 15% unleaded gasoline.
E-85 can only be used in a Flexible Fuel
Vehicle (FFV). Do not use E-85 in your ve-
hicle. U.S. government regulations require
fuel ethanol dispensing pumps to be iden-
tified by a small, square, orange and black
label with the common abbreviation or the
appropriate percentage for that region.
Fuel containing MMT
MMT, or methylcyclopentadienyl manga-
nese tricarbonyl, is an octane boosting ad-
ditive. NISSAN does not recommend the
use of fuel containing MMT. Such fuel may
adversely affect vehicle performance, in-
cluding the emissions control system. Note
that while some fuel pumps label MMT
content, not all do, so you may have to
consult your gasoline retailer for more de-
tails.
Aftermarket fuel additives
NISSAN does not recommend the use of
any aftermarket fuel additives (for ex-
ample,
fuel
injector
cleaner,
octane
booster, intake valve deposit removers,
etc.) which are sold commercially. Many of
these additives intended for gum, varnish
or deposit removal may contain active sol-
vents or similar ingredients that can be
harmful 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 severe, 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, it is recom-
mended that you have a NISSAN dealer
correct the condition. Failure to correct
the condition is misuse of the vehicle, for
which NISSAN is not responsible.
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Incorrect ignition timing may result in
spark knock, after-run and/or overheating,
which may cause excessive fuel consump-
tion or engine damage. If any of the above
symptoms are encountered, have your ve-
hicle checked. It is recommended that you
visit a NISSAN dealer for servicing.
However, now and then you may notice
light spark knock for a short time while
accelerating or driving up hills. This is not
a 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
RECOMMENDATIONS
Selecting the correct oil
It is essential to choose the correct grade,
quality and viscosity engine oil to ensure
satisfactory engine life and performance.
For additional information, refer to “Recom-
mended fluids/lubricants and capacities”
in this section. NISSAN recommends the
use of an energy conserving oil in order to
improve fuel economy.
Select only engine oils that meet the
American Petroleum Institute (API) certifi-
cation or International Lubricant Standard-
ization and Approval Committee (ILSAC)
certification and SAE viscosity standard.
These oils have the API certification mark
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.
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