Nissan Maxima Service and Repair Manual: Oil filter
Removal and Installation
REMOVAL
- Drain engine oil. Refer to LU-9, "Changing Engine Oil".
- Remove front fender protector side cover (RH). Refer to EXT-15, "Exploded View".
- Remove the oil filter using Tool (A) as shown.
Tool number : KV10115801 (J-38956)
WARNING: Be careful not to get burned; the engine oil may be hot.
CAUTION:
- When removing, prepare a shop cloth to absorb any oil leaks or spills.
- Do not allow engine oil to adhere to the drive belts.
- Completely wipe off any oil that adheres to the engine and the vehicle.
- The oil filter is provided with a relief valve. Use a genuine NISSAN oil filter or equivalent
INSTALLATION
- Remove foreign materials adhering to the oil filter installation surface.
- Apply clean engine oil to the oil seal contact surface of the new oil filter.
- Screw the oil filter manually until it touches the installation surface, then tighten it by turning another 2/3 turn, or tighten to specification using Tool.
Oil filter : 18.0 N*m (1.8 kg-m, 13 ft-lb)
Tool number : KV10115801
(J-38956)
- Refill the engine with new engine oil.
- Check the oil level and add engine oil as necessary. Refer to LU-8, "Inspection".
- After warming up the engine, check for engine oil leaks.
- Install front fender protector side cover (RH).
Engine oil
Inspection
OIL LEVEL
NOTE:
Before starting the engine, check the oil level. If the engine
is already started, stop it and allow 10 minutes before checking.
Check that the oil le ...
Other materials:
Brake precautions
The brake system has two separate hydraulic
circuits. If one circuit malfunctions, you will still
have braking at two wheels.
Vacuum assisted brakes
The brake booster aids braking by using engine
vacuum. If the engine stops, you can stop the
vehicle by depressing the brake pedal. However,
gre ...
Emission Control System Maintenance
Drive belts*:
Check engine drive belts for wear, fraying or
cracking and for proper tension. Replace any
damaged drive belts.
Engine air filter:
Replace at specified intervals. When driving for
prolonged periods in dusty conditions,
check/replace the filter more frequently.
Engine coolant*:
...
Intelligent key battery
Removal and Installation
Release the lock knob at the back of the Intelligent Key and remove the
mechanical key.
Insert a suitable tool (A) wrapped with a cloth into the slit of the
corner and twist it to separate the upper part from the lower part.
Replace the battery with new o ...
Nissan Maxima Owners Manual
- Illustrated table of contents
- Safety-Seats, seat belts and supplemental restraint system
- Instruments and controls
- Pre-driving checks and adjustments
- Monitor, climate, audio, phone and voice recognition systems
- Starting and driving
- In case of emergency
- Appearance and care
- Do-it-yourself
- Maintenance and schedules
- Technical and consumer information
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