time without warning, even if the ignition
switch is in the “OFF” position and the engine
is not running. To avoid injury, always discon-
nect the negative battery cable before work-
ing near the fan.
•
Always wear eye protection whenever you
work on your vehicle.
•
Never leave the engine or the transmission
related component harness connector
disconnected while the ignition switch is in
the “ON” position.
•
Avoid direct contact with used engine oil and
coolant. Improperly disposed engine oil, en-
gine coolant, and/or other vehicle fluids can
hurt the environment. Always conform to lo-
cal regulations for disposal of vehicle fluids.
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Improperly disposed engine oil and/or other
vehicle fluids can pollute the environment. Al-
ways conform to local regulations for disposal
of vehicle fluid.
This “8. Maintenance and do-it-yourself” section
gives instructions regarding only those items which
are relatively easy for an owner to perform.
You should be aware that incomplete or improper
servicing may result in operating difficulties or ex-
cessive emissions, and could affect your warranty
coverage. If in doubt about any servicing, have it
done by your NISSAN dealer or qualified work-
shop.
For an overview of the engine compartment, see
“Engine compartment” in the “0. Illustrated table
of contents” section.
WARNING
•
Never remove the radiator or coolant reser-
voir cap when the engine is hot. Serious burns
could be caused by high-pressure fluid es-
caping from the radiator. Wait until the engine
and radiator cool down.
•
Engine coolant is poisonous and should be
stored carefully in marked containers out of
the reach of children.
The engine cooling system is filled at the factory
with a high-quality, year-round and extended life en-
gine coolant. The high quality engine coolant con-
tains the specific solutions effective for the anti-cor-
rosion and the anti-freeze function. Therefore, addi-
tional cooling system additives are not necessary.
CAUTION
•
When adding or replacing engine coolant, be
sure to use Genuine NISSAN engine coolant
or equivalent.
•
The use of other types of engine coolant may
damage the engine cooling system.
•
Never use any cooling system additives such
as radiator sealer. Additives may clog the
cooling system and cause damage to the en-
gine, transmission and/or cooling system.
•
The engine coolant reservoir tank is equipped
with a pressure cap. To prevent engine dam-
age, use a Genuine NISSAN cap or its equiva-
lent when replacement is required.
ENGINE COMPARTMENT CHECK
LOCATIONS
ENGINE COOLING SYSTEM
Maintenance and do-it-yourself 8-5
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