Nissan Maxima Owners Manual: Engine oil and oil filter recommendations

Fuel recommendation

NISSAN recommends the use of unleaded premium gasoline with an octane rating of at least 91 AKI (Anti-Knock Index) number (Research octane number 96). If unleaded premium gasoline is not available ...

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/lubric ...

Other materials:

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 before the next oil change. Choosing an oil viscosity other than that recommended could cause seri ...

Change intervals
The oil and oil filter change intervals for your engine are based on the use of the specified quality oils and filters. Using engine oil and filters that are not of the specified quality, or exceeding recommended oil and filter change intervals could reduce engine life. Damage to the engine ca ...

DTC/circuit diagnosis
MAIN LINE BETWEEN DLC AND HVAC CIRCUIT Diagnosis Procedure 1.CHECK HARNESS CONTINUITY (OPEN CIRCUIT) Turn the ignition switch OFF. Disconnect the battery cable from the negative terminal. Disconnect the following harness connectors. ECM A/C auto amp. Check the continuity betw ...