Nissan Versa Sedan (2015 year). Instruction

CHECKING ENGINE OIL LEVEL

1. Park the vehicle on a level surface and apply

the parking brake.

2. Start the engine and let it idle until it reaches

operating temperature.

3. Turn off the engine. Wait more than

10 minutes for the oil to drain back into
the oil pan.

4. Remove the dipstick and wipe it clean. Re-

insert it all the way.

5. Remove the dipstick again and check the oil

level. It should be between the H (High) and
L (Low) marks

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. This is the normal oper-

ating oil level range. If the oil level is below
the L (Low) mark

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, remove the oil filler cap

and pour recommended oil through the
opening. Do not overfill

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6. Recheck oil level with the dipstick.

It is normal to add some engine oil be-
tween oil maintenance intervals depending
on the severity of operating conditions or
depending on the property of the engine oil
used. More engine oil is consumed by fre-
quent acceleration/deceleration especially
when the engine rpm is high. Consumption
is likely to be higher when the engine is
new. If the rate of oil consumption, after
driving for 3,000 miles (5,000 km), is more
than 0.5 liter per 600 miles (1,000 km), con-
sult a NISSAN dealer

CAUTION

Oil level should be checked regularly. Op-
erating the engine with an insufficient
amount of oil can damage the engine, and
such damage is not covered by warranty.

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ENGINE OIL

Maintenance and do-it-yourself

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CHANGING ENGINE OIL

1. Park the vehicle on a level surface and apply

the parking brake.

2. Start the engine and let it idle until it reaches

operating temperature, then turn it off.

3. Remove the oil filler cap

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by turning it

counterclockwise.

4. Place a large drain pan under the drain plug

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5. Remove the drain plug

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with a wrench by

turning it counterclockwise and completely
drain the oil.

If the oil filter is to be changed, remove and
replace it at this time. See “Changing engine
oil filter” in this section.

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 possible.

● Keep used engine oil out of reach of

children.

CAUTION

● Be careful not to burn yourself. The en-

gine oil may be hot.

● Waste oil must be disposed of properly.
● Check your local regulations.

6. Clean and reinstall the drain plug

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and a

new washer. Securely tighten the drain plug

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with a wrench. Do not use excessive

force.

Drain plug tightening torque:

22 - 29 ft-lb (29 - 39 N·m)

7. Refill engine with recommended oil through

the oil filler opening, then install the oil filler
cap

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securely.

See “ Recommended fluids/lubricants and
capacities” in the “Technical and consumer
information” section of this manual for drain
and refill capacity.

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 when the proper
amount of oil is in the engine.

8. Start the engine. Check for leakage around

the drain plug

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and oil filter. Correct as

required.

9. Turn the engine off and wait more than

10 minutes. Check the oil level with the
dipstick. Add engine oil if necessary.

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CHANGING ENGINE OIL FILTER

1. Park the vehicle on a level surface and apply

the parking brake.

2. Turn the engine off.

3. Place a large drain pan under the oil filter

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4. Loosen the oil filter with an oil filter wrench

by turning it counterclockwise. Then remove
the oil filter by turning it by hand.

CAUTION

Be careful not to burn yourself. The engine
oil may be hot.

5. Wipe the engine oil filter sealing surface with

a clean rag.

CAUTION

Be sure to remove any old gasket material
remaining on the sealing 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 on the oil filter until a slight resistance

is felt, then tighten an additional 2/3 turn.

Oil filter tightening torque:

15 - 20 N·m (11 - 15 ft-lbs)

8. Start the engine and check for leakage

around the oil filter. Correct as required.

9. Turn the engine off and wait more than

10 minutes. Check the oil level. Add engine
oil by removing the oil filler cap

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if neces-

sary.

CAUTION

● Use only Genuine NISSAN CVT Fluid

NS-3. Do not mix with other fluids.

● Using transmission fluid other than

Genuine NISSAN CVT Fluid NS-3 will
damage the CVT, which is not covered
by the warranty.

When checking or replacement of CVT fluid is
required, we recommend your NISSAN dealer for
servicing.

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CONTINUOUSLY VARIABLE
TRANSMISSION (CVT) FLUID (if so
equipped)

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For further brake and clutch fluid specification
information,

refer

“Recommended

fluids/lubricants and capacities” in the “Technical
and consumer information” section of this
manual.

WARNING

● Use only new fluid from a sealed con-

tainer. Old, inferior or contaminated
fluid may damage the brake and clutch
(if so equipped) systems. The use of
improper fluids can damage the brake
and clutch system and affect the vehi-
cle’s stopping ability.

● Clean the filler cap before removing.
● Brake and clutch fluid is poisonous and

should be stored carefully in marked
containers 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 surface with
water.

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

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, add Genuine NISSAN

Super Heavy Duty Brake Fluid or equivalent DOT
3 fluid up to the MAX line

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. If fluid must be

added frequently, the system should be checked
by a NISSAN dealer.

WINDSHIELD-WASHER FLUID
RESERVOIR

Add a washer solvent to the windshield-washer
fluid reservoir for better cleaning. In the winter
season, add a windshield-washer antifreeze. Fol-
low 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

Genuine

NISSAN

Windshield-Washer Fluid Concentrate Cleaner
& Anti-freeze or equivalent.

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BRAKE AND CLUTCH (if so equipped)
FLUID

WINDSHIELD-WASHER FLUID

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CAUTION

● Do not substitute engine anti-freeze

coolant for windshield-washer solution.
This may result in damage to the paint.

● Do not fill the windshield-washer fluid

reservoir with washer fluid concen-
trates at full strength. Some methyl al-
cohol based washer fluid concentrates
may permanently stain the grille if
spilled while filling the windshield-
washer fluid reservoir.

● Pre-mix windshield-washer fluid con-

centrates with water to the manufactur-
er’s recommended levels before pour-
ing the fluid into the windshield-washer
fluid

reservoir.

not

use

the

windshield-washer fluid reservoir 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 connections are

clean and securely tightened.

● If the vehicle is not to be used for 30 days or

longer, disconnect the negative (-) battery
terminal cable to prevent discharge.

NOTE:

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

1. Installation or extended use of electronic

accessories that consume battery power
when the engine is not running (Phone char-
gers, GPS, DVD players, etc.)

2. 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 electrical

sparks, flames or smoking. Hydrogen
gas generated by the battery is explo-
sive. Explosive gases can cause blind-
ness or injury. Do not allow battery fluid
to contact your skin, eyes, fabrics or
painted surfaces. Sulfuric acid can
cause blindness or severe burns. After
touching a 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.

● 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 battery, al-

ways wear suitable eye protection and
remove all jewelry.

● Do not tip the battery. Keep the vent

caps tight and the battery level.

BATTERY

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● Battery posts, terminals and related ac-

cessories contain lead and lead com-
pounds. Wash hands after handling.

● Keep battery out of the reach of

children.

1. Remove the battery vent caps with a screw-

driver as shown.

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.

3. Reinstall the battery vent caps.

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

JUMP STARTING

If jump starting is necessary, see “Jump starting”
in the “In case of emergency” section of this
manual. If the engine does not start by jump
starting, the battery may have to be replaced.
Contact a NISSAN dealer.

CAUTION

● Do not ground accessories directly to

the battery terminal. Doing so will by-
pass the variable voltage control sys-
tem and the vehicle battery may not
charge completely.

● Use electrical accessories with the en-

gine running to avoid discharging the
vehicle battery.

Your vehicle is equipped with a variable voltage
control system. This system measures the
amount of electrical discharge from the battery
and controls voltage generated by the generator.

The current sensor

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is located near the battery

along the negative battery cable. If you add elec-
trical accessories to your vehicle, be sure to
ground them to a suitable body ground such as
the frame or engine block area.

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VARIABLE VOLTAGE CONTROL
SYSTEM

Maintenance and do-it-yourself

8-15

Water pump

Generator

Manual tensioner

Air conditioner compressor (if so
equipped)

Crankshaft pulley

WARNING

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

belt.

The

engine

could

rotate

unexpectedly.

1. Visually inspect the belt for signs of unusual

wear, cuts, or fraying. If the belt is in poor
condition, have it replaced or adjusted by a
NISSAN dealer.

2. Have the belt checked regularly for condi-

tion.

REPLACING SPARK PLUGS

Platinum-tipped spark plugs

It is not necessary to replace platinum-tipped

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spark plugs as frequently as conventional type
spark plugs because they last much longer. Fol-
low the maintenance log shown in the “NISSAN
Service and Maintenance Guide”. Do not service
platinum-tipped spark plugs by cleaning or re-
gapping.

● Always replace spark plugs with rec-

ommended or equivalent ones.

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DRIVE BELT

SPARK PLUGS

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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.

WARNING

● Operating the engine with the air

cleaner filter off can cause you or others
to be burned. The air cleaner filter not
only cleans the intake air, it also stops
the flame if the engine backfires. If the
air cleaner is not installed and the en-
gine backfires, you could be burned.
Never drive with the air cleaner filter off.
Be cautious working on the engine
when the air cleaner is off.

To remove the filter from the air cleaner, release
the retaining clips

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, then release the holders at

the back of the unit. Pull the unit upward

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The viscous paper type filter element should not
be cleaned and reused. The dry paper type filter
element may be cleaned and reused. Replace the
air filter according to the maintenance log shown
in a separate maintenance booklet.

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

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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 windshield.

Clean the outside of the windshield with a washer
fluid 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 fluid or a mild detergent. Then rinse
the blades with clear water. If your windshield is
still not clear after cleaning the blades and using
the wiper, install new windshield wiper blades.

CAUTION

Worn windshield wiper blades can dam-
age 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

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, and then

move the wiper blade down

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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.

CAUTION

● After wiper blade replacement, return

the wiper arm to its original position;
otherwise it may be damaged when the
hood is opened.

● Make sure the wiper blades contact the

glass; otherwise the arms may be dam-
aged from wind pressure.

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WINDSHIELD WIPER BLADES

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Be careful not to let anything get into the washer
nozzle

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. This may cause clogging or improper

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

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If the brakes do not operate properly, have the
brakes checked by a NISSAN dealer.

Self-adjusting brakes

Your vehicle is equipped with self-adjusting
brakes.

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

WARNING

See a NISSAN dealer for a brake system
check if the brake pedal height does not
return to normal.

Brake pad wear indicators

The disc brake pads on your vehicle have audible
wear indicators. When a brake pad requires re-
placement, a high pitched scraping or screech-
ing 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.

Under some driving or climate conditions, occa-
sional brake squeak, squeal or other noise may
be heard. Occasional brake noise during light to

moderate stops is normal and does not affect the
function or performance of the brake system.

Proper brake inspection intervals should
be followed. For more information regarding
brake inspections, see the appropriate mainte-
nance schedule information in the “NISSAN Ser-
vice and Maintenance Guide”.

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BRAKES

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If any electrical equipment does not operate,
check for an open fuse.

Fuses are used in the passenger compartment.
Spare fuses are provided and can be found in the
passenger compartment fuse box.

When installing a fuse make sure the fuse is
installed in the fuse box securely.

ENGINE COMPARTMENT

Fusible links

If any electrical equipment does not operate and
the fuses are in good condition, check the fusible
links

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in the holder. If any of the fusible links are

melted, replace only with genuine NISSAN parts.

For checking and replacing the fusible links in,
see a NISSAN dealer.

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FUSES

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PASSENGER COMPARTMENT

CAUTION

Never use a fuse of a higher or lower
amperage rating than specified on the
fuse box cover. This could damage the
electrical system or cause a fire.

If any electrical equipment does not operate,
check for an open fuse.

NOTE:

The fuse box is located on the driver’s side
of the instrument panel.

1. Be sure the ignition switch and the headlight

switch are OFF.

2. Remove the fuse box cover

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with a suit-

able tool. Use a cloth to avoid damaging the
trim.

3. Locate the fuse that needs to be replaced.

4. Remove the fuse with the fuse puller

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5. If the fuse is open

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, replace it with an

equivalent good fuse

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6. Push the fuse box cover to install.

If a new fuse also opens, have the electrical
system checked and repaired by a NISSAN
dealer.

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Extended storage switch

If any electrical equipment does not operate,
remove the extended storage switch and check
for an open fuse.

NOTE:

The extended storage switch is used for
long term vehicle storage. Even if the ex-
tended storage switch is broken it is not
necessary to replace it. Replace only the
open fuse in the switch with a new fuse.

How to replace the extended storage switch:

1. To remove the extended storage switch, be

sure the ignition switch is in the OFF or
LOCK position.

2. Be sure the headlight switch is in the OFF

position.

3. Remove the fuse box cover.

4. Pinch the locking tabs

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and

䊊

found on

each side of the storage switch.

5. Pull the storage switch straight out from the

fuse box

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CAUTION

Be careful not to allow children to swallow
the battery or removed parts.

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BATTERY REPLACEMENT

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Maintenance and do-it-yourself

KEYFOB (if so equipped)

Replace the battery in the keyfob as follows:

1. Remove the screw

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2. Insert a small screwdriver into the slit of the

corner

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and twist it to separate the upper

part from the lower part. Use a cloth to
protect the casing.

3. Replace the battery with a new one.

● Do not touch the internal circuit and elec-

tric terminals as doing so could cause a
malfunction.

● Make sure that the + side faces the bot-

tom of the case

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Recommended battery: CR1620 or equivalent.

4. Close the lid and install the screw securely.

5. Operate the buttons to check its operation.

See a NISSAN dealer if you need assistance for
replacement.

If the battery is removed for any reason
other than replacement, perform step 5.

● An improperly disposed battery can

hurt the environment. Always confirm
local regulations for battery disposal.

● The keyfob is water-resistant; how-

ever, if it does get wet, immediately
wipe completely dry.

● The operational range of the keyfob

extends to approximately 33 ft (10 m)
from the vehicle. This range may vary
with conditions.

Operation is subject to the following two
conditions: (1) This device may not cause
harmful interference, and (2) this device
must accept any interference received, in-
cluding interference that may cause unde-
sired operation of the device.

NISSAN INTELLIGENT KEY® (if so
equipped)

Replace the battery in the Intelligent Key as fol-
lows:

1. Remove the mechanical key from the Intelli-

gent Key.

2. Insert a small screwdriver

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into the slit

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of the corner and twist it to separate the
upper part from the lower part. Use a cloth to
protect the casing.

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3. Replace the battery with a new one.

Recommended battery: CR2025 or equiva-
lent.

● Do not touch the internal circuit and elec-

tric terminals as doing so could cause a
malfunction.

● Hold the battery by the edges. Holding

the battery across the contact points will
seriously deplete the storage capacity.

● Make sure that the + side faces the bot-

tom of the case.

4. Close the lid securely as illustrated

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and

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5. Operate the buttons to check the operation.

See a NISSAN dealer if you need assistance for
replacement.

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