Nissan Sentra Owners Manual: Checking engine oil level
- Park the vehicle on a level surface and apply the parking brake.
- Start the engine and let it idle until it reaches operating temperature.
- Turn off the engine. Wait more than 10 minutes for the oil to drain back into the oil pan.
- Remove the dipstick and wipe it clean. Reinsert it all the way.
- Remove the dipstick again and check the oil level. It should be between the H (High) and L (Low) marks B . This is the normal operating oil level range. If the oil level is below the L (Low) mark A , remove the oil filler cap and pour recommended oil through the opening. Do not overfill C .
- 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 severity of operating conditions.
CAUTION
- 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.
- It is normal to add some oil between oil maintenance intervals or during the break-in period, depending on the severity of operating conditions.
Make sure to follow the engine oil changing intervals in the maintenance booklet. Operating under the following conditions may require more frequent oil change:
- repeated short distance driving
- driving in dusty conditions
- stop and go commuting.
Engine oil
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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 ...
Other materials:
Troubleshooting guide
Symptom
Possible Cause
When pushing the ignition switch to stop
the engine
The P (Park) warning light in the instrument
panel illuminates and the inside chime
sounds continuously.
The shift lever is not in the P (Park) position.
Make sure that the shift ...
Chassis and body maintenance
In-cabin microfilter
In-cabin microfilter : removal and installation
REMOVAL
Remove the in-cabin microfilter cover.
CAUTION:
Before removing the in-cabin microfilter cover, let the vehicle rest
for at least 30 minutes.
Release the filter cover tab (A), then pull the bottom of the in- ...
Parking brake switch signal circuit
Component function check
1.Check parking brake switch operation
Check that brake warning lamp in combination meter turns on/off when parking
brake is actuated.
Is the inspection result normal?
Yes >> inspection end.
No >> proceed to diagnosis procedure. Refer to mwi-60, " ...
