Nissan Maxima Owners Manual: Continuously Variable Transmission (CVT) fluid
CAUTION
- NISSAN recommends using Genuine NISSAN CVT Fluid NS-3 (or equivalent) ONLY in NISSAN CVTs. Do not mix with other fluids.
- Do not use Automatic Transmission Fluid (ATF) or Manual transmission fluid in a NISSAN CVT, as it may damage the CVT. Damage caused by the use of fluids other than as recommended is not covered under NISSAN's New Vehicle Limited Warranty.
- Using fluids that are not equivalent to Genuine NISSAN CVT Fluid NS-3 may also damage the CVT. Damage caused by the use of fluids other than as recommended is not covered under NISSAN's New Vehicle Limited Warranty.
When checking or replacement of CVT fluid is required, we recommend a NISSAN dealer for servicing.
Changing engine oil filter
1. Park the vehicle on a level surface and apply
the parking brake.
2. Turn the engine off.
3. Place a large drain pan under the oil filter B .
4. Remove clips A from the right engine prot ...
Power steering fluid
Check the fluid level in the reservoir.
The fluid level should be checked when the fluid
is cold at fluid temperatures of 32 to 86ºF (0 to
30ºC). The fluid level can be checked with ...
Other materials:
Washing
Wash dirt off with a wet sponge and plenty of
water. Clean the vehicle thoroughly using a mild
soap, a special vehicle soap or general purpose
dishwashing liquid mixed with clean, lukewarm
(never hot) water.
CAUTION
Do not use car washes that use acid in
the detergent. Some car washes, es ...
Active trace control
The Integrated Dynamics-control Module is an
electric control module that includes the following
functions:
Active Trace Control
Active Engine Brake
Active Ride Control
This system senses driving based on the driver's
steering and acceleration/braking patterns, and
controls brake pres ...
Head restraints/headrests
WARNING
Head restraints/headrests supplement
the other vehicle safety systems. They may
provide additional protection against injury
in certain rear end collisions. Adjustable
head restraints/headrests must be
adjusted properly, as specified in this section.
Check the adjustment after someo ...
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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