Nissan Maxima Owners Manual: Emission Control System Maintenance
Drive belts*:
Check engine drive belts for wear, fraying or cracking and for proper tension. Replace any damaged drive belts.
Engine air filter:
Replace at specified intervals. When driving for prolonged periods in dusty conditions, check/replace the filter more frequently.
Engine coolant*:
Replace coolant at the specified interval. When adding or replacing coolant, be sure to use only Genuine NISSAN Long Life Antifreeze/Coolant (blue) or equivalent with the proper mixture. (For additional information on the proper mixture for your area, refer to "Engine cooling system" in the "Do-it-yourself" section of this manual.) NOTE: Mixing any other type of coolant or the use of non-distilled water may reduce the recommended service interval of the coolant.
Engine oil and oil filter:
Replace engine oil and oil filter at the specified intervals. For recommended oil grade and viscosity refer to "Recommended fluids/lubricants and capacities" in the "Technical and consumer information" section of this manual.
Fuel lines*:
Check the fuel hoses, piping and connections for leaks, looseness, or deterioration. Tighten connections or replace parts as necessary.
Spark plugs:
Replace at specified intervals. Install new plugs of the same type as originally equipped.
Explanation of scheduled maintenance items
The following descriptions are provided to give
you a better understanding of the scheduled
maintenance items that should be regularly
checked or replaced. The maintenance schedule
indicates at wh ...
Chassis and Body Maintenance
Brake lines and cables:
Visually inspect for proper installation. Check for
chafing, cracks, deterioration, and signs of leaking.
Replace any deteriorated or damaged parts
immediately.
Brake pa ...
Other materials:
Diagnosis system (BCM)
COMMON ITEM
COMMON ITEM: CONSULT Function (BCM - COMMON ITEM)
APPLICATION ITEM
CONSULT performs the following functions via CAN communication with BCM.
Direct Diagnostic Mode
Description
Ecu Identification
The BCM part number is displayed
Self Diagnostic Re ...
Using the panic alarm
If you are near your vehicle and feel threatened,
you may activate the panic alarm to call attention
by pressing and holding the button
on the
Intelligent Key for longer than 1 second.
The panic alarm and headlights will stay on for a
period of time.
The panic alarm stops when:
It ...
Vehicle security system
Your vehicle has two types of security systems:
Vehicle security system
NISSAN Vehicle Immobilizer System
The vehicle security system provides visual and
audible alarm signals if someone opens the
doors, trunk, or hood when the system is armed. It
is not, however, a motion detection ...
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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