CHECKING ENGINE COOLANT LEVEL CHANGING ENGINE COOLANT
CAUTION
Major cooling system repairs should be performed
by a NISSAN dealer or qualified workshop. The ser-
vice procedures can be found in the appropriate
NISSAN Service Manual.
Never use any cooling system additives such
as radiator sealer. Additives may clog the cool-
ing system and cause damage to the engine,
transmission and/or cooling system.
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When checking or replacement is required, NISSAN
recommends contacting a NISSAN dealer or quali-
fied workshop for servicing.
The engine coolant reservoir is equipped with
a pressure cap.To prevent engine damage,use
only a Genuine NISSAN cap or its equivalent
when replacement is required.
Improper servicing or engine coolant change can
result in reduced heater performance and engine
overheating.
When adding or replacing engine coolant, be
sure to use Genuine NISSAN engine coolant or
equivalent in its quality with the proper mix-
ture ratio. The use of other types of coolant
solutions may damage the engine cooling
system.
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WARNING
Check the coolant level in the reservoir when the
To avoid the danger of being scalded, never
change the coolant when the engine is hot.
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engine is cold. If the coolant level is below MIN level
, add coolant up to the MAX level . If the reser-
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Avoid direct skin contact with used coolant. If
skin contact is made, wash thoroughly with
soap or hand cleaner and plenty of water as
soon as possible.
voir is empty, check the coolant level in the radiator
when the engine is cold. If there is insufficient cool-
ant in the radiator, fill the radiator with coolant up
to the filler opening and also add it to the reservoir
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Outside
temperature
down to
Composition
Engine cool- Demineralized
°C
°F
ant
or distilled
up to the MAX level
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Keep coolant out of reach of children and pets.
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(concentrated)
water
−15
−35
5
−30
30%
50%
70%
50%
CAUTION
If the cooling system frequently requires coolant,
have it checked by a NISSAN dealer or qualified
workshop.
Engine coolant must be disposed of properly.
Check your local regulations.
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