Nissan Sentra Owners Manual: Changing engine oil filter
- Park the vehicle on a level surface and apply the parking brake.
- Turn the engine off.
- Place a large drain pan under the oil filter C .
- 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.
- 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
- Coat the gasket on the new filter with clean engine oil.
- Screw on the oil filter until a slight resistance is felt, then tighten an additional 2/3 turn.
- Start the engine and check for leakage around the oil filter. Correct as required.
- Turn the engine off and wait more than 10 minutes. Check the oil level. Add engine oil if necessary.
Changing engine oil
Park the vehicle on a level surface and apply
the parking brake.
Start the engine and let it idle until it reaches
operating temperature, then turn it off.
Remove the oil filler cap A b ...
Continuously Variable Transmission (CVT) fluid (if so equipped)
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
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Other materials:
Preparation
Special Service Tools
The actual shape of the tools may differ from those illustrated here.
Commercial Service Tools
Clip list
Descriptions for Clips
Replace any clips which are damaged during removal or installation.
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Cooling fan
Component
Fan shroud and motor assembly
WARNING:
Do not remove the radiator cap when the engine is hot. Serious burns
could occur from high-pressure
engine coolant escaping from the radiator. Wrap a thick cloth around the cap.
Slowly push down and
turn it a quarter turn to allow b ...
Slide front armrest (if so equipped)
To adjust the front armrest, take the leather cover
and slide it to the front or rear.
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