Nissan Maxima Owners Manual: 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 "Recommended 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) certification or International Lubricant Standardization 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.
Oil additives
NISSAN does not recommend the use of oil additives. The use of an oil additive is not necessary when the proper oil type is used and maintenance intervals are followed.
Oil which may contain foreign matter or has been previously used should not be used.
Oil viscosity
The engine oil viscosity or thickness changes
with temperature. Because of this, it is important
to select the engine oil viscosity based on the
temperatures at which the vehicle will be operated
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Audio system
SYSTEM DESCRIPTION
AUDIO SYSTEM
System Diagram
System Description
AUDIO SYSTEM
The audio system consists of the following components
Audio unit
Display unit
Bluetooth control unit
Window antenna
Steering wheel audio control switches
Front door speakers
Tweeters
Rear door s ...
Doors
When the doors are locked using one of the
following methods, the doors cannot be opened
using the inside or outside door handles. The
doors must be unlocked to open the doors.
WARNING
Before opening any door, always look
for and avoid oncoming traffic.
To help avoid risk of injury or de ...
Line pressure test
Inspection and Judgment
INSPECTION
Line Pressure Test Procedure
Inspect the amount of engine oil and replenish
if necessary.
Drive the car for about 10 minutes to warm it
up so that the CVT fluid reaches in the range of 50 to 80C
(122 to 176F). Then inspect the ...
Nissan Maxima Owners Manual
- Illustrated table of contents
- Safety-Seats, seat belts and supplemental restraint system
- Instruments and controls
- Pre-driving checks and adjustments
- Monitor, climate, audio, phone and voice recognition systems
- Starting and driving
- In case of emergency
- Appearance and care
- Do-it-yourself
- Maintenance and schedules
- Technical and consumer information
Nissan Maxima Service and Repair Manual
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