Nissan Rogue: Engine oil

Checking engine oil level

1. Park the vehicle on a level surface and apply the parking brake.

2. Run the engine 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.

Reinsert it all the way.

5. Remove the dipstick again and check the oil level. It should be within the range 1 . If the oil level is below 2 , remove the oil filler cap and pour recommended oil through the opening. Do not overfill 3 .

6. Recheck oil level with the dipstick.

It is normal to add some oil between oil maintenance intervals or during the breakin period, depending on the severity of operating conditions.

Oil level should be checked regularly.

Operating the engine with an insufficient amount of oil can damage the engine, and such damage is not covered by warranty.

Changing engine oil and filter

Change the engine oil and filter according to the maintenance log shown in the NISSAN Service and Maintenance Guide.

Vehicle set-up

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 the engine off and wait more than 10 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 attached to the jack stand saddle.

Make sure the correct lifting and support points are used to avoid vehicle damage.

Engine oil and filter

1. Oil filler cap
2. Oil drain plug
3. Oil 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.

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

- Waste oil must be disposed of properly.

- Check your local regulations.

Perform steps 4 to 9 when the engine oil filter change is needed.

4. Remove the plastic cover over the oil filter location by removing the small plastic clips.

5. Loosen the oil filter with an oil filter wrench.

Remove the oil filter by turning it by hand.

6. Wipe the engine oil filter mounting surface with a clean rag.

Be sure to remove any old gasket material remaining on the mounting surface of the engine. Failure to do so could lead to engine damage.

7. Coat the gasket on the new filter with clean engine oil.

8. 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
(14.7 to 20.5 N·m)

9. Install the plastic cover.

10. 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.

11. Refill engine with recommended oil through the oil filler opening, and install the oil filler cap securely.

See “Capacities and recommended fuel/ lubricants” in the “9. Technical and consumer information” section 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 the proper amount of oil in the engine.

12. Start the engine and check for leakage around the drain plug and the oil filter.

Correct as required.

13. Turn the engine off and wait more than 10 minutes. Check the oil level with the dipstick.

Add engine oil if necessary.

After the operation

1. Lower the vehicle carefully to the ground.

2. Dispose of waste oil and filter properly.

- Prolonged and repeated contact with used engine oil may cause skin cancer.

- Keep used engine oil out of reach of children.

Continuously Variable Transmission (CVT) fluid

- Use only Genuine NISSAN CVT Fluid NS-2. Do not mix with other fluids.

- Using transmission fluid other than Genuine NISSAN CVT Fluid NS-2 will damage the CVT, which is not covered by the NISSAN new vehicle limited warranty.

When checking or replacement is required, we recommend a NISSAN dealer for servicing.

Brake fluid

For additional brake fluid information, see “Capacities and recommended fuel/lubricants” in the “9. Technical and consumer information” section of this manual.

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

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

Do not spill the fluid on any painted surfaces. This will damage the paint. If fluid is spilled, immediately wash the surface with water.

Check the fluid level in the reservoir. If the fluid is below the MIN line 1 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 2 . If fluid must be added frequently, the system should be checked by a NISSAN dealer.

Window washer fluid

Type A

Type B

Fill the window washer fluid reservoir periodically.

Add window washer fluid when the low window washer fluid warning light illuminates (if so equipped).

To fill the window washer fluid reservoir, lift the cap and pour the window washer fluid into the reservoir opening.

Add a washer solvent to the water 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:
Genuine NISSAN Windshield Washer Concentrate Cleaner & Antifreeze or equivalent

- Do not substitute engine anti-freeze coolant for window washer solution.

- Pre-mix washer fluid concentrates with water to the manufacturer’s recommended levels before pouring the fluid into the window washer reservoir tank. Do not use the window washer reservoir tank to mix the washer fluid concentrate and water.

Engine cooling system

Battery