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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Service data and specifications (SDS)
General Specification (Rear) Wheel Alignment (Unladen*1) *1: Fuel, engine coolant, and lubricants are full. Spare tire, jack, hand tools, and mats are in designated positions. *2: 18" tire. *3: 19" tire. Ball Joint Wheelarch Height (Unladen*1) *1: Fuel, engine coolant, and lub ...

Drive mode selector
Drive mode selector switches Two driving modes can be selected by using the drive mode selector switches, NORMAL and SPORT. NOTE: When the drive mode select switch selects a mode, the mode may not switch quickly. This is not a malfunction. Select the NORMAL mode for normal driving. ...

Under the hood and vehicle
The maintenance items listed here should be checked periodically (for example, each time you check the engine oil or refuel). Battery*: Check the fluid level in each cell. The fluid should be at the bottom of the filler opening. Vehicles operated in high temperatures or under severe condit ...