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Changing Oil Filter

  1. Remove the undercover using power tool.
  2. Remove the oil filter using Tool.
    Fig 1: Removing Oil Filter
    G04172940Courtesy of NISSAN MOTOR CO., U.S.A.

    Tool number : KV10115801 (J-38956) 

    WARNING: Be careful not to burn yourself, as the engine and engine oil are hot.
    CAUTION:
    • Oil filter is provided with relief valve. Use Genuine NISSAN Oil Filter or equivalent.
    • When removing, prepare a shop cloth to absorb any engine oil leakage or spillage.
    • Do not allow engine oil to adhere to drive belts.
    • Completely wipe off any engine oil that adheres to engine and vehicle.
  3. Remove any foreign materials adhering to the oil filter installation surface.
  4. Apply new engine oil to the oil seal contact surface of new oil filter as shown.
    Fig 2: Applying Clean Engine Oil TO Oil Filter Gasket Seal
    G04073500Courtesy of NISSAN MOTOR CO., U.S.A.
  5. Screw on the oil filter manually until a slight resistance is felt, then tighten the oil filter an additional 2/3 turn as shown. Or tighten to specification.
    Fig 3: Tightening Oil Filter
    G04172942Courtesy of NISSAN MOTOR CO., U.S.A.

    Oil filter : Refer to " CHANGING OIL FILTER  " 

  6. Install the undercover.
  7. Check the engine oil level using the dipstick as shown, adjust the engine oil level as necessary.
    Fig 4: Identifying Engine Oil Level On Dipstick
    G04172943Courtesy of NISSAN MOTOR CO., U.S.A.
  8. Start the engine and check for engine oil leaks, correct as necessary.
  9. Stop the engine and wait for 10 minutes.
  10. Check the engine oil level using the dipstick and adjust the engine oil level as necessary.
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