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 ...

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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. WARNING To avoid the danger of being scalded, never change the coolant when the engine is ...

Power supply and ground circuit
AV CONTROL UNIT AV CONTROL UNIT : Diagnosis Procedure 1.CHECK FUSES Check that the following AV control unit fuses are not blown. 2.POWER SUPPLY CIRCUIT CHECK Disconnect AV control unit connectors M160 and M163. Check voltage between the AV control unit connectors M160 and M163 ...

Timing Chain
Exploded View Timing chain tensioner (secondary) Internal chain guide Timing chain tensioner (secondary) Camshaft sprocket (EXH) Timing chain (secondary) Timing chain (primary) Camshaft sprocket (INT) Camshaft sprocket (INT) Timing chain (secondary) Camshaft sprocket (E ...