Nissan Altima: Selecting the correct oil
It is essential to choose the correct grade, quality and viscosity engine oil to ensure satisfactory engine life and performance. See “Capacities and recommended fuel/lubricants” earlier in this section. NISSAN recommends the use of an energy conserving oil in order to improve fuel economy.
Select only engine oils that meet the American Petroleum Institute (API) certification or International Lubricant Standardization and Approval Committee (ILSAC) certification and SAE viscosity standard. These oils have the API certification mark on the front of the container. Oils which do not have the specified quality label should not be used as they could cause engine damage.
Oil additives
NISSAN does not recommend the use of oil
additives. The use of an oil additive is not necessary
when the proper oil type is used and maintenance
intervals are followed.
Oil which may contain forei ...
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Using the mechanical key (vehicles with a smart key system)
To take out the mechanical key,
push the release button and take
the key out.
The mechanical key can only be
inserted in one direction, as the
key only has grooves on one
side. If the key ...
Locking and unlocking centrally
The SmartKey centrally locks/unlocks:
- the doors
- the trunk lid/tailgate
- the fuel filler flap
When unlocking, the turn signals flash once.
When locking, they flash three times
When ...
Traction Control System (TCS)
The vehicle has a Traction Control
System (TCS) that limits wheel slip.
The system operates if it senses
that one or both of the front wheels
are slipping or beginning to lose
traction. When ...
