Nissan Maxima Owners Manual: Engine oil

Changing engine coolant

A NISSAN dealer can change the engine coolant. The service procedure can be found in the NISSAN Service Manual. Improper servicing can result in reduced heater performance and engine overheating ...

Checking engine oil level

1. Park the vehicle on a level surface and apply the parking brake. 2. Start the engine and let it idle until it reaches operating temperature. 3. Turn off the engine. Wait more than 10 m ...

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Drive computer
The Drive Computer displays driving and average trip information, and can be accessed from the startup display on the vehicle information display. Select the Drive Computer icon, and press the OK button. To reset the  driving and average trip information, use the or button to sele ...

Thermostat and thermostat housing
Removal and Installation Gasket Thermostat assembly (water inlet) WARNING: Do not remove the radiator cap when the engine is hot. Serious burns could occur from high pressure engine coolant escaping from the radiator. Wrap a thick cloth around the radiator cap. Slowly turn it a ...

Oil filter
Removal and Installation REMOVAL  Drain engine oil. Refer to LU-9, "Changing Engine Oil".  Remove front fender protector side cover (RH). Refer to EXT-15, "Exploded View".  Remove the oil filter using Tool (A) as shown. Tool number : KV10115801 (J-38956) WARNING: Be ...