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:

Recommended fluids and lubricants
FOR USA AND CANADA FOR USA AND CANADA : Fluids and Lubricants *1: For further details, see "Engine Oil Recommendation". *2: NISSAN recommends Genuine NISSAN Ester Oil available at a NISSAN dealer. *3: Use only Genuine NISSAN CVT Fluid NS-2. Using transmission fluid other than Genuine NIS ...

Symptom diagnosis
ADP SYSTEM SYMPTOMS Symptom Table SYMPTOM 1 SYMPTOM 2 SYMPTOM 3 SYMPTOM 4 SYMPTOM 5 NORMAL OPERATING CONDITION Description The following symptoms are normal operations, and they do not indicate a malfunction. ...

Squeak and rattle trouble diagnoses
Work Flow CUSTOMER INTERVIEW Interview the customer if possible, to determine the conditions that exist when the noise occurs. Use the Diagnostic Worksheet during the interview to document the facts and conditions when the noise occurs and any customer's comments; refer to RF-64, "Diagnost ...