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Nissan Titan (2022 year). Manual in english - page 31

CAUTION

Make sure the correct lifting and sup-
port points are used to avoid vehicle
damage.

LDI3469

Oil filler cap

LDI3426

Oil drain plug

8-8

Do-it-yourself

LDI3442

Oil filter

LDI3470

Skid plate (Type A) (if so equipped)

LDI3536

Skid plate (Type B) (if so equipped)

Do-it-yourself

8-9

Removal of under-engine
protectors

LDI3533

Skid plate (Type C) (if so equipped)

LDI3534

Skid plate (Type D) (if so equipped)

LDI3664

Skid plate (Type A) (if so equipped)

8-10

Do-it-yourself

1. Remove bolts

and skid plate.

Engine oil and filter

1. Place a large drain pan under the drain

plug and oil filter.

2. Remove the oil filler cap.

3. Remove the drain plug with a wrench by

turning it counterclockwise and com-
pletely drain the oil.

CAUTION

Be careful not to burn yourself, as the
engine oil is hot.

LDI3537

Skid plate (Type B) (if so equipped)

LDI2875

Skid plate (Type C) (if so equipped)

LDI2876

Skid plate (Type D) (if so equipped)

Do-it-yourself

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WARNING

•

Prolonged

and

repeated

contact

with used engine oil may cause skin
cancer.

•

Try to avoid direct skin contact with
used oil. If skin contact is made, wash
thoroughly

with

soap

hand

cleaner as soon as possible.

•

Keep used engine oil out of reach of
children.

4. Loosen the oil filter with an oil filter

wrench by turning it counterclockwise.
Remove the oil filter by turning it by
hand.

5. Wipe the engine oil filter mounting sur-

face with a clean rag.

CAUTION

Be sure to remove any old gasket ma-
terial remaining on the sealing surface
of the engine. Failure to do so could
lead to an oil leak and engine damage.

•

The dipstick must be inserted in
place to prevent oil spillage from the
dipstick hole when filling the engine
with oil.

6. Coat the gasket on the new filter with

clean engine oil.

7. Screw in the oil filter clockwise until a

slight resistance is felt, then tighten addi-
tionally more than 2/3 turn.

Oil filter tightening torque:

11 to 15 ft-lb (15.0 to 21.0 N·m)

8. Clean and re-install the drain plug with a

new washer. Securely tighten the drain
plug with a wrench. Do not use exces-
sive force.

Drain plug tightening torque:

22 to 29 ft-lb (29.4 to 39.2 N·m)

9. Refill the engine with the recommended

oil through the oil filler opening, and in-
stall the oil filler cap securely.

For additional information about drain and
refill capacity, see “Recommended fluids/
lubricants and capacities” (P. 10-2). The
drain and refill capacity depends on the oil
temperature and drain time. Use these
specifications for reference only. Always
use the dipstick to determine the proper
amount of oil in the engine.

10. Start the engine and check for leakage

around the drain plug and the oil filter.
Correct as required. Turn the engine off
and wait more than 15 minutes. Check
the oil level with the dipstick. Add en-
gine oil if necessary.

After the operation

1. Reinstall

plate

reverse

order

removal.

2. Lower

the

vehicle

carefully

the

ground.

3. Reset oil and oil filter maintenance re-

minder. For additional information, see
“Vehicle information display” (P. 2-23).

• Dispose of waste oil and filter properly.
• Check your local regulations.

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Do-it-yourself

When checking or replacement is required,
it is recommended that you visit a NISSAN
dealer for this service.

CAUTION

•

NISSAN recommends using Genuine
NISSAN Matic P ATF. Do not mix with
other fluids.

•

Do not use CVT fluid or manual trans-
mission fluid in this transmission.
Damage caused by the use of fluids
other than as recommended is not
covered under NISSAN’s New Vehicle
Limited Warranty outlined in your
Warranty Information Booklet.

•

Using fluids that are not equivalent
to Genuine NISSAN Matic P ATF may
also damage the transmission. Dam-
age caused by the use of fluids other
than as recommended is not covered
under NISSAN’s New Vehicle Limited
Warranty outlined in your Warranty
Information Booklet.

The specified automatic transmission fluid
is also described on caution labels located
in the engine compartment.

Check the power steering fluid level when
the engine is stopped.

The fluid level should be between the COLD
MAX line and the COLD MIN line on the
power steering fluid reservoir at cold fluid
temperatures of 32° - 86°F (0° - 30°C) or at
the HOT MAX line on the power steering
fluid reservoir at hot fluid temperatures of
122° - 176°F (50° - 80°C).

If the fluid is cold and is at or below the
COLD MIN line, add Genuine NISSAN PSF-II
or equivalent to the COLD MAX line. If the
fluid is hot and below the HOT MAX line, add
Genuine NISSAN PSF-II or equivalent to the
HOT MAX line. Remove the cap and fill
through the opening.

CAUTION

•

DO NOT OVERFILL.

•

Do not reuse power steering fluid.

•

Recommended

fluid

Genuine

NISSAN PSF-II or equivalent

LDI3077

AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION FLUID
(ATF)

POWER STEERING FLUID (PSF)

Do-it-yourself

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WARNING

•

Use only new fluid from a sealed con-
tainer. Old, inferior or contaminated
fluid may damage the brake system.
The use of improper fluids can dam-
age the brake system and affect the
vehicle's stopping ability.

•

Clean the filler cap before removing.

•

Brake fluid is poisonous and should
be stored carefully in marked con-
tainers out of reach of children.

CAUTION

Do not spill the fluid on any painted sur-
faces. This will damage the paint. If fluid
is spilled, immediately wash the sur-
face with water.

Check the fluid level in the reservoir. If the
brake fluid is below the MIN line

, the

brake warning light will illuminate. Add
brake fluid up to the MAX line

. For addi-

tional information on recommended type
of brake fluid, see “Recommended fluids/
lubricants and capacities” (P. 10-2).

If the brake fluid must be added frequently,
the brake system should be thoroughly
checked. It is recommended that you visit a
NISSAN dealer for this service.

LDI3088

Brake fluid reservoir (Type A)

(if so equipped)

LDI3532

Brake fluid reservoir (Type B)

(if so equipped)

BRAKE FLUID

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Do-it-yourself

WINDSHIELD-WASHER FLUID
RESERVOIR

Fill the windshield-washer fluid reservoir
periodically. Add windshield-washer fluid
when the “Low Washer Fluid” warning mes-
sage shows on the vehicle information
display.

To fill the windshield-washer fluid reservoir,
lift the cap off the reservoir and pour the
windshield-washer fluid into the reservoir
opening.

Add a washer solvent to the washer for
better cleaning. In the winter season, add a
windshield washer antifreeze. Follow the
manufacturer's instructions for the mix-
ture ratio.

Refill the reservoir more frequently when
driving conditions require an increased
amount of windshield-washer fluid.

Recommended fluid is Genuine NISSAN
Windshield Washer Concentrate Cleaner &
Antifreeze or equivalent.

CAUTION

•

Do not substitute engine antifreeze
coolant for windshield-washer fluid.
This may result in damage to the
paint.

•

Do not fill the windshield-washer
fluid reservoir with washer fluid con-
centrates at full strength. Some
methyl alcohol based washer fluid
concentrates may permanently stain
the grille if spilled while filling the
windshield-washer fluid reservoir.

•

Pre-mix washer fluid concentrates
with water to the manufacturer's
recommended levels before pouring
the fluid into the windshield-washer
fluid

reservoir.

not

use

the

windshield-washer fluid reservoir to
mix the washer fluid concentrate and
water.

LDI2879

WINDSHIELD-WASHER FLUID

Do-it-yourself

8-15

Caution symbols for battery

WARNING

No smoking, No exposed flames,

No Sparks

Do not expose the battery to electrical sparks, flames or smoking. Hydrogen gas generated

by the battery is explosive. Explosive gases can cause blindness or injury.

Shield eyes

Handle the battery cautiously. Always wear eye protection glasses to protect against

explosion or battery acid.

Keep away from children

Never allow children to handle the battery. Keep the battery out of the reach of children.

Battery acid

Do not allow battery fluid to contact your skin, eyes, fabrics, or painted surfaces. Sulfuric acid can

cause blindness or severe burns. After handling the battery or battery cap, do not touch or rub

your eyes. Thoroughly wash your hands. If the acid contacts your eyes, skin or clothing,

immediately flush with water for at least 15 minutes and seek medical attention.

Battery fluid is acid. If the battery fluid gets into your eyes or onto your skin,

it could cause loss of your eyesight or burns.

Note operating instructions

Before handling the battery, read this instruction carefully to ensure correct and safe handling.

Explosive gas

Hydrogen gas generated by battery fluid is explosive. Explosive gases can cause

blindness or injury.

BATTERY

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Do-it-yourself

• If the battery is labeled "do not open" it is

maintenance

free

and

battery

fluid

should not be checked. It is recom-
mended that you visit a NISSAN dealer or
a qualified specialist workshop to con-
firm the battery’s performance.

• Keep the battery surface clean and dry.

Clean the battery with a solution of bak-
ing soda and water.

• Make certain the terminal connections

are clean and securely tightened.

• Push the ignition switch to the OFF posi-

tion and wait 2 minutes before discon-
necting the battery.

• If the vehicle is not to be used for 30 days

or longer, disconnect the negative (-) bat-
tery terminal cable to prevent discharge.

NOTE:

Care should be taken to avoid situations
that can lead to potential battery dis-
charge and potential no-start conditions
such as:

Installation or extended use of elec-
tronic accessories that consume bat-
tery power when the engine is not run-
ning

(Phone

chargers,

GPS,

DVD

players, etc.)

Vehicle is not driven regularly and/or
only driven short distances.

In these cases, the battery may need to
be charged to maintain battery health.

WARNING

•

Do not expose the battery to flames,
an electrical spark or a cigarette. Hy-
drogen gas generated by the battery
is explosive. Explosive gases can
cause blindness or injury. Do not al-
low battery fluid to contact your skin,
eyes, fabrics or painted surfaces. Sul-
furic acid can cause blindness or in-
jury. After touching a battery or bat-
tery cap, do not touch or rub your
eyes. Thoroughly wash your hands. If
the acid contacts your eyes, skin or
clothing, immediately flush with wa-
ter for at least 15 minutes and seek
medical attention.

•

Do not operate the vehicle if the fluid
in the battery is low. Low battery fluid
can cause a higher load on the bat-
tery which can generate heat, reduce
battery life, and in some cases lead to
an explosion.

•

When working on or near a battery,
always wear suitable eye protection
and remove all jewelry.

•

Battery posts, terminals and related
accessories contain lead and lead
compounds.

Wash

hands

after

handling.

•

This vehicle uses a special battery. If
the 12-volt battery needs to be re-
placed, use a 12-volt battery of the
same design.

•

Keep battery out of the reach of
children.

•

Do not tip the battery. Keep the vent
caps tight and the battery level.

Do-it-yourself

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1. Remove the vent cap(s) with a screw-

driver as shown. Use a cloth to protect
the battery case.

2. Check the fluid level in each cell. If it is

necessary to add fluid, add only distilled
water to bring the level up to the bottom
of the filler opening.

Do not overfill.

Reinstall the vent cap(s).

Vehicles operated in high temperatures or
under severe conditions require frequent
checks of the battery fluid level.

WDI0224

Battery (Type A) (if so equipped)

WDI0529

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Do-it-yourself

NOTE:

Do not try to open the top of the battery.

The Type B battery is not equipped with
removable vent caps.

JUMP STARTING

If jump starting is necessary, see “Jump
starting” (P. 6-10). If the engine does not
start by jump starting, the battery may
have to be replaced. It is recommended
that you visit a NISSAN dealer for this
service.

CAUTION

•

Do not ground accessories directly to
the battery terminal. Doing so will
bypass the variable voltage control
system and the vehicle battery may
not charge completely.

•

Use electrical accessories with the
engine running to avoid discharging
the vehicle battery.

NOTE:

If the battery is completely drained the
transmission will not manually shift to
other positions.

Your vehicle is equipped with a variable
voltage control system. This system mea-
sures the amount of electrical discharge
from the battery and controls voltage gen-
erated by the generator.

The current sensor is located near the bat-
tery along the negative battery cable. If you
add electrical accessories to your vehicle,
be sure to ground them to a suitable body
ground such as the frame or engine block
area.

LDI3302

Battery (Type B) (if so equipped)

LDI2132

VARIABLE VOLTAGE CONTROL
SYSTEM (if so equipped)

Do-it-yourself

8-19

Power steering fluid pump pulley

Automatic belt tensioner pulley

Water pump pulley

Cooling fan pulley

Air conditioner compressor pulley

Crankshaft pulley

Generator pulley

WARNING

Be sure the ignition switch is in the OFF
or LOCK position before servicing drive
belt.

The

engine

could

rotate

unexpectedly.

1. Visually inspect the belt for signs of un-

usual wear, cuts, fraying or looseness. If
the belt is in poor condition or is loose,
have it replaced or adjusted. It is recom-
mended that you visit a NISSAN dealer
for this service.

2. Have the belt checked regularly for con-

dition and tension in accordance with
the maintenance schedule. For addi-
tional information, see the "Mainte-
nance and schedules" section of this
manual.

REPLACING SPARK PLUGS

Iridium-tipped spark plugs

It is not necessary to replace iridium-
tipped spark plugs as frequently as con-
ventional type spark plugs because they
last much longer. Follow the maintenance
log shown in the “Maintenance and sched-
ules” section of this manual. Do not service
iridium-tipped spark plugs by cleaning or
regapping.
•

Always replace spark plugs with rec-
ommended or equivalent ones.

WDI0661

5.6L 8 cylinder (VK56VD engine model)

LDI2972

DRIVE BELT

SPARK PLUGS

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Do-it-yourself

WARNING

Be sure the engine and ignition switch
are off and that the parking brake is
engaged securely.

CAUTION

Be sure to use the correct socket to re-
move the spark plugs. An incorrect
socket can damage the spark plugs.

If replacement is required, it is recom-
mended that you visit a NISSAN dealer for
this service.

WARNING

•

Operating the engine with the air
cleaner removed can cause you or
others to be burned. The air cleaner
not only cleans the air, it stops the
flame if the engine backfires. If it isn't
there, and the engine backfires, you
could be burned. Do not drive with
the air cleaner removed, and be care-
ful when working on the engine with
the air cleaner removed.

•

Never pour fuel into the throttle body
or attempt to start the engine with
the air cleaner removed. Doing so
could result in serious injury.

To remove the filter from the air cleaner,
push the tabs and pull the cover upward.

The viscous paper type filter element
should not be cleaned and reused. Replace
the air filter according to the maintenance
log shown in the “Maintenance and sched-
ules” section of this manual.

When replacing the air filter, wipe the inside
of the air cleaner housing and the cover
with a damp cloth.

NOTE:

After installing a new air cleaner filter,
make sure the air cleaner cover is seated
in the housing and latch the tabs.

IN-CABIN MICROFILTER

The in-cabin microfilter restricts the entry
of airborne dust and pollen particles and
reduces

some

objectionable

outside

odors. The filter is located behind the glove
box. For additional information on change
intervals, see “Maintenance schedules"
(P. 9-7).

LDI2960

5.6L 8 cylinder (VK56VD engine model)

AIR CLEANER

Do-it-yourself

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If replacement is required, it is recom-
mended that you visit a NISSAN dealer for
this service.

CLEANING

If your windshield is not clear after using
the windshield-washer or if a wiper blade
chatters when running, wax or other mate-
rial may be on the blade or windshield.

Clean the outside of the windshield with a
washer solution or a mild detergent. Your
windshield is clean if beads do not form
when rinsing with clear water.

Clean each blade by wiping it with a cloth
soaked in a washer solution or a mild de-
tergent. Then rinse the blades with clear
water. If your windshield is still not clear
after cleaning the blades and using the
wiper, replace the blades.

CAUTION

Worn windshield wiper blades can
damage the windshield and impair
driver vision.

REPLACING

Replace the wiper blades if they are worn.

1. Lift the wiper arm away from the

windshield.

2. Push and hold the release tab

, and

then move the wiper blade down

the

wiper arm to remove.

3. Remove the wiper blade.

4. Insert the new wiper blade onto the

wiper arm until it clicks into place.

LDI2725

WINDSHIELD WIPER BLADES

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Do-it-yourself

CAUTION

•

After wiper blade replacement, re-
turn the wiper arm to its original po-
sition; otherwise it may be damaged
when the hood is opened.

•

Make sure the wiper blades contact
the glass; otherwise the arms may be
damaged from wind pressure.

Be careful not to let anything get into the
washer nozzle

. This may cause clogging

or improper windshield–washer operation.
If something gets into the nozzle, remove it
with a needle or small pin

If the brakes do not operate properly, have
the brakes checked. It is recommended
that you visit a NISSAN dealer for this
service.

Self-adjusting brakes

Your vehicle is equipped with self-adjusting
brakes.

The front and rear disc-type brakes self-
adjust every time the brake pedal is
applied.

WARNING

Have your brake system checked if the
brake pedal height does not return to
normal. It is recommended that you
visit a NISSAN dealer for this service.

Brake pad wear indicators

The disc brake pads on your vehicle have
audible wear indicators. When a brake pad
requires

replacement,

high

pitched

scraping or screeching sound will be heard
when the vehicle is in motion. The noise will
be heard whether or not the brake pedal is
depressed. Have the brakes checked as
soon as possible if the wear indicator
sound is heard.

LDI2710

BRAKES

Do-it-yourself

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