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

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Do-it-yourself

When performing any inspection or main-

tenance work on your vehicle, always

take care to prevent serious accidental

injury to yourself or damage to the

vehicle. The following are general precau-

tions which should be closely observed.

WARNING

Park the vehicle on a level sur-

face, apply the parking brake

securely and block the wheels to

prevent the vehicle from moving.

Move the shift lever to P (Park).

Be sure the ignition switch is in

the OFF or LOCK position when

performing any parts replace-

ment or repairs.

Never connect or disconnect the

battery or any transistorized

component while the ignition

switch is in the ON position.

Never leave the engine or auto-

matic transmission related com-

ponent harnesses disconnected

while the ignition switch is in the

ON position.

If you must work with the engine

running, keep your hands, cloth-

ing, hair and tools away from

moving fans, belts and any other

moving parts.

It is advisable to secure or re-

move any loose clothing and

remove any jewelry, such as

rings, watches, etc. before work-

ing on your vehicle.

Always wear eye protection

whenever you work on your ve-

hicle.

If you must run the engine in an

enclosed space such as a garage,

be sure there is proper ventilation

for exhaust gases to escape.

Never get under the vehicle while

it is supported only by a jack. If it

is necessary to work under the

vehicle, support it with safety

stands.

Keep smoking materials, flame

and sparks away from fuel tank

and the battery.

Your vehicle is equipped with an

automatic engine cooling fan. It

may come on at any time without

warning, even if the ignition key is

in the OFF position and the en-

gine is not running. To avoid

injury, always disconnect the ne-

gative battery cable before work-

ing near the fan.

Because the fuel lines are under

high pressure even when the

engine is off, it is recommended

you visit a NISSAN dealer for

service of the fuel filter or fuel

lines.

CAUTION

Do not work under the hood while

the engine is hot. Turn the engine

off and wait until it cools down.

Avoid direct contact with used

engine oil and coolant. Impro-

perly disposed engine oil, coolant,

and/or other vehicle fluids can

damage the environment. Always

conform to local regulations for

disposal of vehicle fluid.

This “8. Do-it-yourself” section gives in-

structions regarding only those items

which are relatively easy for an owner to

perform.
A genuine NISSAN Service Manual is also

available. (See “Owner’s Manual/Service

Manual order information” (P.10-40).)
You should be aware that incomplete or

improper servicing may result in operat-

ing difficulties or excessive emissions, and

MAINTENANCE PRECAUTIONS

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could affect your warranty coverage.

If in

doubt about any servicing, it is recom-

mended you have it done by a NISSAN

dealer.

JVC0965X

VK56VD ENGINE

Window washer fluid reservoir

Fuse/fusible link holder

Engine oil dipstick

Power steering fluid reservoir

Engine oil filler cap

Brake fluid reservoir

Fuse/fusible link holder

Battery

Radiator filler cap

10.

Engine coolant reservoir

11.

Drive belts

12.

Air cleaner

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ENGINE COMPARTMENT CHECK LOCATIONS

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The engine cooling system is filled at the

factory with a pre-diluted mixture of 50%

Genuine NISSAN Long Life Antifreeze/

Coolant (blue) and 50% water to provide

year-round anti-freeze and coolant pro-

tection. The antifreeze solution contains

rust and corrosion inhibitors. Additional

engine cooling system additives are not

necessary.

WARNING

Never remove the radiator or

coolant reservoir cap when the

engine is hot. Wait until the en-

gine and radiator cool down.

Serious burns could be caused

by high pressure fluid escaping

from the radiator. See precau-

tions in “If your vehicle overheats”

(P.6-14).

The radiator is equipped with a

pressure type radiator cap. To

prevent engine damage, use only

a genuine NISSAN radiator cap.

CAUTION

Never use any cooling system

additives such as radiator sealer.

Additives may clog the cooling

system and cause damage to

the engine, transmission and/or

cooling system.

When adding or replacing cool-

ant, be sure to use only Genuine

NISSAN Long Life Antifreeze/

Coolant (blue) or equivalent. Gen-

uine NISSAN Long Life Antifreeze/

Coolant (blue) is pre-diluted to

provide antifreeze protection to

−34°F (−37°C). If additional freeze

protection is needed due to

weather where you operate your

vehicle, add Genuine NISSAN Long

Life Antifreeze/Coolant (blue)

concentrate following the direc-

tions on the container. If an

equivalent coolant other than

Genuine NISSAN Long Life Anti-

freeze/Coolant (blue) is used, fol-

low the coolant manufacturer’s

instructions to maintain mini-

mum antifreeze protection to

−34°F (−37°C). The use of other

types of coolant solutions other

than Genuine NISSAN Long Life

Antifreeze/Coolant (blue) or

equivalent may damage the en-

gine cooling system.

The life expectancy of the fac-

tory-fill coolant is 105,000 miles

(168,000 km) or 7 years. Mixing

any other type of coolant other

than Genuine NISSAN Long Life

Antifreeze/Coolant (blue) (or

equivalent coolant), including

Genuine NISSAN Long Life Anti-

freeze/Coolant (green), or the use

of non-distilled water will reduce

the life expectancy of the factory-

fill coolant. Refer to the “9. Main-

tenance and schedules” section

of this manual for more details.

ENGINE COOLING SYSTEM

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JVM0733X

CHECKING ENGINE COOLANT LEVEL

Check the coolant level

in the reservoir

when the engine is cold.

If the coolant

level is below MIN

, open the reservoir

tank cap and add coolant up to the MAX

level. If the reservoir tank is empty,

check the coolant level in the radiator

when the engine is cold.

If there is

insufficient coolant in the radiator, fill the

radiator with coolant up to the filler

opening and also add it to the reservoir

tank up to the MAX level

Tighten the cap securely after adding

engine coolant.

If the cooling system requires coolant

frequently, have it checked. It is recom-

mended you visit a NISSAN dealer for

this service.

CHANGING ENGINE COOLANT

It is recommended that major cooling

system repairs be performed by a NISSAN

dealer. The service procedures can be

found in the appropriate NISSAN Service

Manual.

Improper servicing can result in re-

duced heater performance and engine

overheating.

WARNING

To avoid the danger of being

scalded, never change the cool-

ant when the engine is hot.

Never remove the radiator cap or

coolant reservoir cap when the

engine is hot. Serious burns could

be caused by high pressure fluid

escaping from the radiator.

Avoid direct skin contact with

used coolant. If skin contact is

made, wash thoroughly with soap

or hand cleaner as soon as pos-

sible.

Keep coolant out of reach of

children and pets.

Engine coolant must be disposed of

properly. Check your local regulations.

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JVM0728X

CHECKING ENGINE OIL LEVEL

1. Park the vehicle on a level surface and

apply the parking brake.

2. Run the engine until it reaches oper-

ating temperature.

3. Turn off the engine.

Wait more than

15 minutes for the oil to drain back

into the oil pan.

4. Remove the dipstick and wipe it clean.

Reinsert it all the way.

5. Remove the dipstick again and check

the oil level. It should be within the

range

. If the oil level is below

remove the oil filler cap and pour

recommended oil through the open-

ing.

Do not overfill

6. Recheck oil level with the dipstick.

It is normal to add some oil between oil

maintenance intervals or during the

break-in period, depending on the se-

verity of operating conditions.

CAUTION

Oil level should be checked regularly.

Operating the engine with an insuffi-

cient amount of oil can damage the

engine, and such damage is not

covered by warranty.

CHANGING ENGINE OIL AND FILTER
Vehicle set-up

1. Park the vehicle on a level surface and

apply the parking brake.

2. Run the engine until it reaches oper-

ating temperature.

3. Turn the engine off and wait more

than 15 minutes.

4. Raise and support the vehicle using a

suitable floor jack and safety jack

stands.

Place the safety jack stands under

the vehicle jack-up points.

A suitable adapter should be at-

tached to the jack stand saddle.

5. Remove the engine undercover.

Remove the bolts that hold the

undercover in place.

CAUTION

Make sure the correct lifting and

support points are used to avoid

vehicle damage.

ENGINE OIL

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SDI2528

Engine oil and filter

1. Place a large drain pan under the

drain plug.

2. Remove the oil filler cap.
3. Remove the drain plug

with a

wrench and completely drain the oil.

CAUTION

Be careful not to burn yourself, as

the engine oil is hot.

Waste oil must be disposed of

properly.

Check your local regulations.

4. (Perform steps 4 to 7 only when the

engine oil filter change is needed.)
Loosen the oil filter

with an oil filter

wrench. Remove the oil filter by turn-

ing it by hand.

5. Wipe the engine oil filter mounting

surface with a clean rag.

CAUTION

Be sure to remove any old rubber

gasket remaining on the mounting

surface of the engine. Failure to do

so could lead to engine damage.

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

additionally more than 2/3 turn.

Oil filter tightening torque:

11 to 15 ft-lb

(15 to 21 N·m)

8. Clean and re-install the drain plug

with a new washer. Securely tighten

the drain plug with a wrench.

Drain plug tightening torque:

22 to 29 ft-lb

(29 to 39 N·m)

Do not use excessive force.

9. Refill engine with recommended oil

and install the oil filler cap securely.

CAUTION

The dipstick must be inserted in

place to prevent oil spillage from

the dipstick hole while filling the

engine with oil.

See “Capacities and recommended

fluids/lubricants” (P.10-2) for drain

and refill capacity. The drain and refill

capacity depends on the oil tempera-

ture and drain time. Use these speci-

fications for reference only. Always

use the dipstick to determine the

proper amount of oil in the engine.

10. Start the engine and check for leak-

age around the drain plug and the oil

filter. Correct as required.

11. Turn the engine off and wait more

than 15 minutes. Check the oil level

with the dipstick. Add engine oil if

necessary.

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After the operation

1. Install the engine undercover into

position using the bolts.

2. Lower the vehicle carefully to the

ground.

3. Dispose of waste oil and filter properly.

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

or hand cleaner as soon as pos-

sible.

Keep used engine oil out of reach

of children.

When checking or replacement is re-

quired, we recommend a NISSAN dealer

for servicing.

CAUTION

It is recommended that you use

only Genuine NISSAN Matic S ATF.

Do not mix with other fluids.

Using automatic transmission

fluid (ATF) other than Genuine

NISSAN Matic S ATF may cause

deterioration in driveability and

automatic transmission durabil-

ity, and may damage the auto-

matic transmission. Damage

caused by use of fluids other than

as recommended is not covered

by the NISSAN new vehicle limited

warranty.

SDI1765A

Check the fluid level in the reservoir.
The fluid level should be checked using

the HOT range ( : HOT MAX., : HOT MIN.)

at fluid temperatures of 122 to 176°F (50 to

80°C) or using the COLD range ( : COLD

MAX., : COLD MIN.) at fluid temperatures

of 32 to 86°F (0 to 30°C).
If the fluid is below the MIN line, add

Genuine NISSAN PSF or equivalent. Re-

move the cap and fill through the open-

ing.

AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION FLUID (ATF)

POWER STEERING FLUID

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CAUTION

Do not overfill.

Use Genuine NISSAN PSF or

equivalent.

For further brake fluid specification infor-

mation, see “Capacities and recom-

mended fluids/lubricants” (P.10-2).

WARNING

Use only new fluid from a sealed

container. Old, inferior or con-

taminated fluid may damage the

brake system. The use of impro-

per fluids can damage the brake

system and affect the vehicle’s

stopping ability.

Be sure to clean the filler cap

before removing.

Brake fluid is poisonous and

should be stored carefully in

marked containers out of the

reach of children.

CAUTION

Do not add brake fluid with the

ignition switch in the ON position

or the engine running. Doing so

could make the brake fluid over-

fill when the ignition switch is

turned off.

Do not spill the fluid on painted

surfaces. This will damage the

paint. If fluid is spilled, wash the

surface with water.

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BRAKE FLUID

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SDI2513

Check the fluid level in the reservoir. If the

fluid is below the MIN line

or the brake

warning light comes on, add Genuine

NISSAN Super Heavy Duty Brake Fluid or

equivalent

DOT 3

fluid up to the MAX line

To add brake fluid:
1. Be sure the ignition switch is in the

OFF or LOCK position.

2. Depress and release the foot brake

pedal more than 40 times.

3. Open the reservoir filler cap and add

brake fluid up to the MAX line

. (See

“Capacities and recommended fluids/

lubricants” (P.10-2) for the recom-

mended types of brake fluid.)

NOTE:
When the ignition switch is placed in the

ON position after adding brake fluid up

to the MAX line

in the reservoir, the

brake fluid decreases below the MAX

line

. This is normal.

If fluid must be added frequently, the

system should be checked. It is recom-

mended you visit a NISSAN dealer for this

service.

SDI2517

WARNING

Antifreeze is poisonous and should

be stored carefully in marked con-

tainers out of the reach of children

and pets.

Fill the window washer fluid reservoir

periodically. Add window washer fluid

when the low window washer fluid warn-

ing illuminates.
To fill the window washer fluid reservoir,

lift the cap off the reservoir tank and pour

the window washer fluid into the tank

opening.

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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

mixture ratio.
Refill the reservoir more frequently when

driving conditions require an increased

amount of window washer fluid.
Recommended fluid is Genuine NISSAN

Windshield Washer Concentrate Cleaner

& Antifreeze or equivalent.

CAUTION

Do not substitute engine anti-

freeze coolant for window

washer solution. This may result

in damage to the paint.

Do not fill the window washer

reservoir tank with washer fluid

concentrates at full strength.

Some methyl alcohol based

washer fluid concentrates may

permanently stain the grille if

spilled while filling the window

washer reservoir tank.

Pre-mix washer fluid concen-

trates with water to the manu-

facturer’s recommended levels

before pouring the fluid into the

window washer reservoir tank. Do

not use the window washer re-

servoir tank to mix the washer

fluid concentrate and water.

Keep the battery surface clean and

dry. Clean the battery with a solution

of baking soda and water.

Make certain the terminal connec-

tions are clean and securely tightened.

If the vehicle is not to be used for 30

days or longer, disconnect the nega-

tive (−) battery terminal cable to pre-

vent discharging it.

NOTE:
Care should be taken to avoid situations

that can lead to potential battery dis-

charge and potential no-start condi-

tions such as:

Installation or extended use of elec-

tronic accessories that consume

battery power when the engine is

not running (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 or electrical sparks. Hy-

drogen gas generated by the

battery is explosive. Do not allow

battery fluid to contact your skin,

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BATTERY

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eyes, fabrics, or painted surfaces.

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, immedi-

ately flush with water 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 battery which can

generate heat, reduce battery life,

and in some cases lead to an

explosion.

When working on or near a bat-

tery, always wear suitable eye

protection and remove all jew-

elry.

Battery posts, terminals and re-

lated accessories contain lead

and lead compounds. Wash

hands after handling.

Keep the battery out of the reach

of children.

DI0137MA

Check the fluid level in each cell (Remove

the battery cover if it is necessary). It

should be between the UPPER LEVEL

and LOWER LEVEL

lines.

If it is necessary to add fluid, add only

distilled water to bring the level to the

indicator in each filler opening.

Do not

overfill.

SDI1480C

1. Remove the cell plugs

2. Add distilled water up to the UPPER

LEVEL

line.

If the side of the battery is not clear,

check the distilled water level by

looking directly above the cell; the

condition

indicates OK and the

conditions

needs more to be added.

3. Tighten cell plugs

Vehicles operated in high temperatures

or under severe conditions require fre-

quent checks of the battery fluid level.

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JUMP STARTING

If jump starting is necessary, see “Jump

starting” (P.6-12). If the engine does not

start by jump starting, the battery may

have to be replaced. It is recommended

you visit a NISSAN dealer for this service.

CAUTION

Do not ground accessories di-

rectly 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 dis-

charging the vehicle battery.

The variable voltage control system mea-

sures the amount of electrical discharge

from the battery and controls voltage

generated by the generator.

SDI2533

Power steering fluid pump

Water pump

Alternator

Crankshaft pulley

Air conditioner compressor

WARNING

Be sure the ignition switch is in the

OFF or LOCK position before servi-

cing drive belts. The engine could

rotate unexpectedly.

1. Visually inspect each belt for signs of

unusual wear, cuts, fraying or loosen-

ess. If the belt is in poor condition or

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VARIABLE VOLTAGE CONTROL SYSTEM

DRIVE BELTS

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loose, have it replaced or adjusted. It is

recommended you visit a NISSAN

dealer for this service.

2. Have the belts checked regularly for

condition and tension in accordance

with the maintenance schedule

shown in the “9. Maintenance and

schedules” section.

WARNING

Be sure the engine and the ignition

switch are off and that the parking

brake is engaged securely.

CAUTION

Be sure to use the correct socket to

remove the spark plugs. An incorrect

socket can damage the spark plugs.

SDI2020

REPLACING SPARK PLUGS

If replacement is required, it is recom-

mended you visit a NISSAN dealer for this

service.

Iridium-tipped spark plugs

It is not necessary to replace the iridium-

tipped spark plugs as frequently as the

conventional type spark plugs since they

will last much longer. Follow the main-

tenance schedule shown in the “9. Main-

tenance and schedules” section, but do

not reuse them by cleaning or regapping.

Always replace spark plugs with recom-

mended or equivalent ones.

SPARK PLUGS

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SDI2515

To remove the filter, release the lock pins

and pull the unit upward

The filter element should not be cleaned

and reused. Replace it according to the

maintenance schedule shown in the “9.

Maintenance and schedules” section.

When replacing the filter, wipe the inside

of the air cleaner housing and the cover

with a damp cloth.

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 flame if the engine back-

fires. If it isn’t there, and the

engine backfires, you could be

burned. Do not drive with the air

cleaner removed, and be careful

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 re-

moved. Doing so could result in

serious injury.

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AIR CLEANER

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CLEANING

If your windshield is not clear after using

the windshield washer or if a wiper blade

chatters when running, wax or other

material may be on the blade or wind-

shield.
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

detergent. Then rinse the blade with clear

water. If your windshield is still not clear

after cleaning the blades and using the

wiper, replace the blades.
Worn windshield wiper blades can da-

mage the windshield and impair driver

vision.

When a washer nozzle is clogged

It is recommended you see a NISSAN

dealer if a washer nozzle is clogged or

any malfunction occurs. Do not attempt

to clean the nozzle using a needle or a

pin. Doing so may damage the nozzle.

SDI2048

REPLACING

Replace the wiper blades if they are worn.
1. Pull the wiper arm.
2. Push the release tab

, and then

move the wiper blade down the wiper

arm

while pushing the release tab

to remove.

3. Insert the new wiper blade onto the

wiper arm until a click sounds.

4. Rotate the wiper blade so the dimple

is in the groove.

CAUTION

After wiper blade replacement,

return the wiper arm to its origi-

nal position;

otherwise it may be damaged

when the hood is opened.

Make sure the wiper blades con-

tact the glass; otherwise the arm

may be damaged from wind

pressure.

WINDSHIELD WIPER BLADES

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