Nissan Maxima Owners Manual: 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 serious engine damage.

Selecting the correct oil filter

Your new NISSAN vehicle is equipped with a high-quality Genuine NISSAN oil filter. When replacing, use a Genuine NISSAN oil filter or its equivalent for the reason described in "Change intervals."

    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 ...

    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 exceed ...

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    Warning lights
    For additional information on warnings and indicators, refer to "Vehicle information display" in this section. Anti-lock Braking System (ABS) warning light When the ignition switch is placed in the ON position, the ABS warning light illuminates and then turns off. This indicates the ABS is o ...

    Front and Rear Sonar System (if so equipped)
    The sonar (parking sensor) system sounds a tone to inform the driver of obstacles near the bumper. When the "DISPLAY" key is ON, the sonar view will automatically appear in the meter. WARNING The sonar (parking sensor) system is a convenience but it is not a substitute for proper p ...

    Diagnosis system (AV control unit)
    Diagnosis Description MULTIFUNCTION SWITCH AND PRESET SWITCH SELF-DIAGNOSIS FUNCTION The ON/OFF operation (continuity) of each switch in the multifunction switch and preset switch can be checked. Self-Diagnosis Mode Press the BACK switch and the switch of the 8-direction switches with ...

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