Nissan Pathfinder Hybrid (2015 year). Manual

The following are approximate capacities. The actual refill capacities may be slightly different. When refilling, follow the procedure
described in the “Maintenance and do-it-yourself” section to determine the proper refill capacity.

Capacity (Approximate)

Recommended Fluids and Lubricants

US measure

Imp measure

Liter

Fuel

19-1/2 gal

16-1/4 gal

74 L

• For additional information, refer to “Recommended Fuel” in this section.

Engine oil

Drain and refill

• For additional information, refer to “Engine oil” in the “Maintenance and
do-it-yourself” section.

QR25DER

With oil filter

change

6-1/8 qt

5-1/8 qt

5.8 L

• Genuine NISSAN engine oil or equivalent
• Engine oil with API Certification Mark
• Viscosity SAE 0W-20
• For additional information, refer to “Engine oil and oil filter recommenda-
tions” in this section.
• As an alternative to this recommended oil, SAE 5W-30 conventional pe-
troleum based oil may be used and meets all specifications and require-
ments necessary to maintain the New Vehicle Limited Warranty.

Without oil

filter change

5-7/8 qt

4-7/8 qt

5.5 L

Cooling system

With reservoir

2-5/8 gal

2-1/8 gal

9.8 L

• Pre-diluted Genuine NISSAN Long Life Antifreeze/Coolant (blue) or
equivalent

Inverter cooling system

—

Continuously Variable Transmission (CVT)
fluid

Refill to the proper level according to the instructions in

the “Maintenance and do-it-yourself” section.

• Genuine NISSAN CVT Fluid NS-3
• NISSAN recommends using Genuine NISSAN CVT Fluid NS-3 ONLY in
NISSAN CVTs. Do not mix with other fluids. Using fluids that are not equiva-
lent to Genuine NISSAN CVT Fluid NS-3 may damage the CVT. Damage
caused by the use of fluids other than as recommended is not covered un-
der NISSAN’s New Vehicle Limited Warranty.

Power steering fluid (PSF)

• Genuine NISSAN E-PSF or equivalent
• Use of a power steering fluid other than Genuine NISSAN E-PSF will pre-
vent the power steering system from operating properly.

Differential gear oil

—

• Genuine NISSAN Differential Oil Hypoid Super Semi-synthetic API GL-5,
Viscosity SAE 75W-90
• The use of differential gear oil other than the specified may cause vehicle
malfunctions and result in non-warranty vehicle repairs.

RECOMMENDED FLUIDS/
LUBRICANTS AND CAPACITIES

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Capacity (Approximate)

Recommended Fluids and Lubricants

US measure

Imp measure

Liter

Transfer oil

—

• API GL-5, Viscosity SAE 80W-90 or equivalent

Brake fluid

Refill to the proper level according to the instructions in

the “Maintenance and do-it-yourself” section.

• Genuine NISSAN Super Heavy Duty Brake Fluid or equivalent DOT 3
• Available in mainland U.S.A. through a NISSAN dealer.

Multi-purpose grease

—

• NLGI No. 2 (Lithium Soap base)

Air conditioning system refrigerant

—

• HFC-134a (R-134a)
• For additional information, refer to “Air conditioner system refrigerant and
oil recommendations” in this section.

Air conditioning system oil

—

• Compressor oil DH-PS or the exact equivalents
• For additional information, refer to “Air conditioner system refrigerant and
oil recommendations” in this section.

Windshield-washer fluid

1-3/8 gal

1-1/8 gal

5 L

• Genuine NISSAN Windshield Washer Concentrate Cleaner & Antifreeze
fluid or equivalent

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RECOMMENDED FUEL

Use unleaded regular gasoline with an octane
rating of at least 87 AKI (Anti-Knock Index) num-
ber (Research octane number 91).

CAUTION

● Using a fuel other than that specified

could adversely affect the emission
control system, and may also affect the
warranty coverage.

● Under no circumstances should a

leaded gasoline be used, because this
will damage the three-way catalyst.

● Do not use E-15 or E-85 fuel in your

vehicle. Your vehicle is not designed to
run on E-15 or E-85 fuel. Using E-15 or
E-85 fuel in a vehicle not specifically
designed for E-15 or E-85 fuel can ad-
versely affect the emission control de-
vices and systems of the vehicle. Dam-
age caused by such fuel is not covered
by the NISSAN new vehicle limited
warranty.

● U.S. government regulations require

ethanol dispensing pumps to be identi-
fied by a small, square, orange and
black label with the common abbrevia-
tion or the appropriate percentage for
that region.

For additional information, refer to “Recom-
mended fluids/lubricants and capacities” in the
“Technical and consumer information” section.

Gasoline specifications

NISSAN recommends using gasoline that meets
the World-Wide Fuel Charter (WWFC) specifi-
cations where it is available. Many of the automo-
bile manufacturers developed this specification
to improve emission control system and vehicle
performance. Ask your service station manager if
the gasoline meets the WWFC specifications.

Reformulated gasoline

Some fuel suppliers are now producing reformu-
lated gasolines. These gasolines are specially
designed to reduce vehicle emissions. NISSAN
supports efforts towards cleaner air and sug-
gests that you use reformulated gasoline when
available.

Gasoline containing oxygenates

Some fuel suppliers sell gasoline containing oxy-
genates such as ethanol, MTBE and methanol
with or without advertising their presence.
NISSAN does not recommend the use of fuels of
which the oxygenate content and the fuel com-
patibility for your NISSAN cannot be readily de-
termined. If in doubt, ask your service station
manager.

If you use oxygenate-blend gasoline, please take
the following precautions as the usage of such
fuels may cause vehicle performance problems
and/or fuel system damage.

● The fuel should be unleaded and have

an octane rating no lower than that
recommended for unleaded gasoline.

● If an oxygenate-blend other than

methanol blend is used, it should con-
tain no more than 10% oxygenate.
(MTBE may, however, be added up to
15%.)

● E-15 fuel contains more than 10% oxy-

genate. E-15 fuel will adversely affect
the emission control devices and sys-
tems of the vehicle and should not be
used. Damage caused by such fuel is
not covered by the NISSAN new vehicle
limited warranty.

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● If a methanol blend is used, it should

contain no more than 5% methanol
(methyl

alcohol,

wood

alcohol).

should also contain a suitable amount
of appropriate cosolvents and corro-
sion inhibitors. If not properly formu-
lated with appropriate cosolvents and
corrosion inhibitors, such methanol
blends may cause fuel system damage
and/or vehicle performance problems.
At this time, sufficient data is not avail-
able to ensure that all methanol blends
are suitable for use in NISSAN ve-
hicles.

If any driveability problems such as engine stall-
ing and difficult hot-starting are experienced after
using

oxygenate-blend

fuels,

immediately

change to a non-oxygenate fuel or a fuel with a
low blend of MTBE.

Take care not to spill gasoline during refu-
eling. Gasoline containing oxygenates can
cause paint damage.

E–15 fuel

E-15 fuel is a mixture of approximately 15% fuel
ethanol and 85% unleaded gasoline. E-15 can
only be used in vehicles designed to run on E-15
fuel. Do not use E-15 in your vehicle. U.S. gov-
ernment regulations require fuel ethanol dispens-
ing pumps to be identified with small, square,

orange and black label with the common abbre-
viation or the appropriate percentage for that
region.

E–85 fuel

E-85 fuel is a mixture of approximately 85% fuel
ethanol and 15% unleaded gasoline. E-85 can
only be used in a Flexible Fuel Vehicle (FFV). Do
not use E-85 in your vehicle. U.S. government
regulations require fuel ethanol dispensing
pumps to be identified by a small, square, orange
and black label with the common abbreviation or
the appropriate percentage for that region.

Aftermarket fuel additives

NISSAN does not recommend the use of any
aftermarket fuel additives (for example, fuel injec-
tor cleaner, octane booster, intake valve deposit
removers, etc.) which are sold commercially.
Many of these additives intended for gum, varnish
or deposit removal may contain active solvents or
similar ingredients that can be harmful to the fuel
system and engine.

Octane rating tips

Using unleaded gasoline with an octane
rating lower than recommended can cause
persistent, heavy “spark knock.” (“Spark
knock” is a metallic rapping noise.) If se-
vere, this can lead to engine damage. If you

detect a persistent heavy spark knock even
when using gasoline of the stated octane
rating, or if you hear steady spark knock
while holding a steady speed on level
roads, have a NISSAN dealer correct the
condition. Failure to correct the condition
is misuse of the vehicle, for which NISSAN
is not responsible.

Incorrect ignition timing may result in spark
knock, after-run and/or overheating, which may
cause excessive fuel consumption or engine
damage. If any of the above symptoms are en-
countered, have your vehicle checked at a
NISSAN dealer.

However, now and then you may notice
light spark knock for a short time while
accelerating or driving up hills. This is not a
cause for concern, because you get the
greatest fuel benefit when there is light
spark knock for a short time under heavy
engine load.

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ENGINE OIL AND OIL FILTER
RECOMMENDATIONS

Selecting the correct oil

It is essential to choose the correct grade, quality
and viscosity engine oil to ensure satisfactory
engine life and performance. For additional infor-
mation, refer to “Recommended fluids/lubricants
and capacities” in this section. NISSAN recom-
mends 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 Interna-
tional Lubricant Standardization and Approval

Committee (ILSAC) certification and SAE vis-
cosity standard. These oils have the API certifica-
tion 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 neces-
sary when the proper oil type is used and main-
tenance intervals are followed.

Oil which may contain foreign matter or has been
previously used should not be used.

Oil viscosity

The engine oil viscosity or thickness changes
with temperature. Because of this, it is important
to select the engine oil viscosity based on the
temperatures at which the vehicle will be oper-
ated before the next oil change. Choosing an oil
viscosity other than that recommended could
cause serious engine damage.

Selecting the correct oil filter

Your new NISSAN vehicle is equipped with a
high-quality genuine NISSAN oil filter. When re-
placing, use a genuine NISSAN oil filter or its
equivalent for the reason described in “Change
intervals.”

Change intervals

The oil and oil filter change intervals for your
engine are based on the use of the specified
quality oils and filters. Using engine oil and filters
that are not of the specified quality, or exceeding
recommended oil and filter change intervals
could reduce engine life. Damage to the engine
caused by improper maintenance or use of incor-
rect oil and filter quality and/or viscosity is not
covered by the NISSAN new vehicle limited war-
ranty.

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Your engine was filled with a high-quality engine
oil when it was built. You do not have to change
the oil before the first recommended change
interval. Oil and filter change intervals depend
upon how you use your vehicle.

Operation under the following conditions may
require more frequent oil and filter changes:

● repeated short distance driving at cold out-

side temperatures

● driving in dusty conditions
● extensive idling
● towing a trailer
● stop and go commuting

Refer to the “NISSAN Service and Maintenance
Guide” for the maintenance schedule.

AIR CONDITIONER SYSTEM
REFRIGERANT AND OIL
RECOMMENDATIONS

The air conditioner system in your NISSAN
vehicle must be charged with the refriger-
ant HFC-134a (R-134a) and the oil, NISSAN
A/C system oil DH-PS or the exact equiva-
lents.

CAUTION

The use of any other refrigerant or oil will
cause severe damage to the air condition-
ing system and will require the replace-
ment

all

air

conditioner

system

components.

The refrigerant HFC-134a (R-134a) in your
NISSAN vehicle does not harm the earth’s ozone
layer. Although this refrigerant does not affect the
earth’s atmosphere, certain government regula-
tions require the recovery and recycling of any
refrigerant during automotive air conditioner sys-
tem service. An NISSAN dealer has the trained
technicians and equipment needed to recover
and recycle your air conditioner system refriger-
ant.

Contact an NISSAN dealer when servicing your
air conditioner system.

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ENGINE

Model

QR25DER

Type

Gasoline, 4-cycle, DOHC

Cylinder arrangement

4-cylinder in-line

Bore x Stroke

in (mm) 3.5 x 3.9 (89.0 x 100.0)

Displacement

cu in (cm

) 151.82 (2,488)

Firing order

1–3–4–2

Idle speed

No adjustment is necessary.

CVT (in “N” position)

Ignition timing (degree B.T.D.C. at idle speed)

CO % at idle

Spark plug

DILKAR7C9H

Spark plug gap (Nominal)

in (mm) 0.035 (0.9)

Camshaft operation

Timing chain

This spark ignition system complies with the Canadian standard ICES-002.

SPECIFICATIONS

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WHEELS AND TIRES

Wheel type

Offset in (mm)

Size

Aluminum

1.97 (50)

18 x 7.5J

1.97 (50)

20 x 7.5J

Spare Wheel - Steel

0.98 (25)

18 x 4T

Tire size

235/65R18

235/55R20

Spare tire

T165/90D18

DIMENSIONS AND WEIGHTS

Overall length

in (mm)

197.2 (5,008)

Overall width

in (mm)

77.2 (1,960)

Overall height

without roof rack

in (mm)

69.6 (1,768)

with roof rack

in (mm)

70.2 (1,783)

Front and Rear Track

in (mm)

65.7 (1,670)

Wheelbase

in (mm)

114.2 (2,900)

Gross vehicle weight rating

lb (kg)

Refer to the “F.M.V.S.S./C.M.

V.S.S. certification label” on

the center pillar between the

driver’s side front and rear

doors.

Gross axle weight rating

Front

lb (kg)

Rear

lb (kg)

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When planning to drive your NISSAN ve-
hicle in another country, you should first find
out if the fuel available is suitable for your vehi-
cle’s engine.

Using fuel with an octane rating that is too low
may cause engine damage. All gasoline vehicles
must be operated with unleaded gasoline. There-
fore, avoid taking your vehicle to areas where
appropriate fuel is not available.

When transferring the registration of your
vehicle to another country, state, province
or district, it may be necessary to modify the
vehicle to meet local laws and regulations.

The laws and regulations for motor vehicle emis-
sion control and safety standards vary according
to the country, state, province or district; there-
fore, vehicle specifications may differ.

When any vehicle is to be taken into an-
other country, state, province or district and
registered, its modifications, transporta-
tion and registration are the responsibility
of the user. NISSAN is not responsible for
any inconvenience that may result.

VEHICLE IDENTIFICATION NUMBER
(VIN) PLATE

The vehicle identification number (VIN) plate is
attached as shown. This number is the identifica-
tion for your vehicle and is used in the vehicle
registration.

VEHICLE IDENTIFICATION NUMBER
(chassis number)

The vehicle identification number is located as
shown.

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WHEN TRAVELING OR REGISTERING
YOUR VEHICLE IN ANOTHER
COUNTRY

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EMISSION CONTROL
INFORMATION LABEL

The emission control information label is at-
tached to the underside of the hood as shown.

ENGINE SERIAL NUMBER

The number is stamped on the engine as shown.

F.M.V.S.S./C.M.V.S.S.
CERTIFICATION LABEL

The Federal/Canadian Motor Vehicle Safety
Standard (F.M.V.S.S./C.M.V.S.S.) certification la-
bel is affixed as shown. This label contains valu-
able vehicle information, such as: (GVWR),
(GAWR), month and year of manufacture, (VIN),
etc. Review it carefully.

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LDI2525

WTI0172

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TIRE AND LOADING INFORMATION
LABEL

The cold tire pressure is shown on the Tire and
Loading Information label. The label is located as
shown.

AIR CONDITIONER SPECIFICATION
LABEL

The air conditioner specification label is affixed to
the underside of the hood as shown.

To mount the license plate, attach the license
plate bracket to the front plastic finisher at the
location marks (small dimples) using the screws
provided.

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WTI0173

INSTALLING FRONT LICENSE PLATE

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WARNING

● It is extremely dangerous to ride

in a cargo area inside a vehicle. In
a collision, people riding in these
areas are more likely to be seri-
ously injured or killed.

● Do not allow people to ride in any

area of your vehicle that is not
equipped with seats and seat
belts.

● Be sure everyone in your vehicle

is in a seat and using a seat belt
properly.

TERMS

It is important to familiarize yourself with
the following terms before loading your
vehicle:

● Curb Weight (actual weight of your

vehicle) - vehicle weight including:
standard and optional equipment, flu-
ids, emergency tools, and spare tire
assembly. This weight does not in-
clude passengers and cargo.

● GVW (Gross Vehicle Weight) - curb

weight plus the combined weight of
passengers and cargo.

● GVWR (Gross Vehicle Weight Rat-

ing) - maximum total combined
weight of the unloaded vehicle, pas-
sengers,

luggage,

hitch,

trailer

tongue load and any other optional
equipment. This information is lo-
cated on the F.M.V.S.S./C.M.V.S.S.
certification label.

● GAWR (Gross Axle Weight Rating) -

maximum weight (load) limit specified
for the front or rear axle. This informa-
tion

located

the

F.M.V.S.S./C.M.V.S.S.

certification

label.

● GCWR (Gross Combined Weight

rating) - The maximum total weight
rating of the vehicle, passengers,
cargo, and trailer.

● Vehicle Capacity Weight, Load limit,

Total load capacity - maximum total
weight limit specified of the load
(passengers and cargo) for the ve-
hicle. This is the maximum combined
weight of occupants and cargo that
can be loaded into the vehicle. If the
vehicle is used to tow a trailer, the
trailer tongue weight must be in-
cluded as part of the cargo load. This
information is located on the Tire and
Loading Information label.

● Cargo capacity - permissible weight

of cargo, the subtracted weight of
occupants from the load limit.

VEHICLE LOADING INFORMATION

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Steps for determining correct load
limit

1. Locate the statement “The combined

weight of occupants and cargo
should never exceed XXX lbs or XXX
kg” on your vehicle’s placard.

2. Determine the combined weight of

the driver and passengers that will be
riding in your vehicle.

3. Subtract the combined weight of the

driver and passengers from XXX lbs
or XXX kg.

4. The resulting figure equals the avail-

able amount of cargo and luggage
load capacity. For example, if the
XXX amount equals 1,400 lbs. and
there will be five 150 lb. passengers
in your vehicle, the amount of avail-
able cargo and luggage load capac-
ity is 650 lbs. (1,400-750 (5 X 150)
= 650 lbs) or (640-340 (5 X 70) =
300 kg.)

5. Determine the combined weight of

luggage and cargo being loaded on
the vehicle. That weight may not
safely exceed the available cargo and
luggage load capacity calculated in
Step 4.

6. If your vehicle will be towing a trailer,

load from your trailer will be trans-
ferred to your vehicle. Consult this
manual to determine how this re-
duces the available cargo and lug-
gage load capacity of your vehicle.

Before driving a loaded vehicle, confirm
that you do not exceed the Gross Vehicle
Weight Rating (GVWR) or the Gross Axle
Weight Rating (GAWR) for your vehicle.
For additional information, refer to “Mea-
surement of weights” in this section.

Also check tires for proper inflation pres-
sures. For additional information, refer to
the Tire and Loading Information label.

SECURING THE LOAD

There are luggage hooks located in the cargo
area as shown. The hooks can be used to secure
cargo with ropes or other types of straps.

Do not apply a total load of more than
6.5 lbs. (29 N) to a single metal floor hook
when securing cargo.

Cargo area luggage hooks

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