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Question posted by pm18y on September 2nd, 2013

What Would Cause Oil Light With Oil Icon And The Word Maintenance?

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Answer #1: Posted by RudRaid on September 2nd, 2013 2:32 PM
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you need oil or its time to have an oil change.

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Owner's Manual - Page 19

...light (blue) Malfunction Indicator Light (MIL) Security indicator light Slip indicator light Page 2-14 or 2-13 2-14 Brake warning light or 2-11 Seat belt warning light and chime Supplemental air bag warning light 2-13 2-15 1-57 2-15 Charge warning light Continuously Variable Transmission (CVT) check warning light (if so equipped) Engine oil pressure warning light 2-11 Indicator light...
Owner's Manual - Page 89

... Continuously Variable Transmission (CVT) check warning light (if so equipped) Engine oil pressure warning light Turn signal/hazard indicator lights Cruise set switch indicator light Vehicle Dynamic Control (VDC) OFF indicator light Low tire pressure warning light Master warning light Front passenger air bag status light High beam indicator light (blue) CHECKING BULBS With all doors closed...
Owner's Manual - Page 91

... "Variable voltage control system" in this manual. See "Engine oil" in the ON position, the light comes on could cause serious damage to do -it is loose, broken or missing....light (if so equipped) When the ignition switch is placed in the "Maintenance and do so. Turn off when the tire pressure is not covered by a NISSAN dealer. Engine oil pressure warning light This light...
Owner's Manual - Page 99

... be selected in any other to highSet a desired interval by pushing light the maintenance field and pressing . Once the screen is selected, you exit the menu by pressing the BACK button or any screen that allows for the following: ● tires ● oil ● filter ● other mode button. 2-20 Instruments and controls...
Owner's Manual - Page 191

...are designed to extend reception range, and to turn the radio on. These characteristics are caused by these external influences. SERVICING AIR CONDITIONER The air conditioner system in your NISSAN vehicle...or near the vehicle may influence radio reception quality. See "Air conditioner system refrigerant and oil recommendations" in the ACC or ON position, press the PWR (power)/VOL (volume) knob...
Owner's Manual - Page 309

...the hazard warning flashers and either contact a roadside emergency service to gradually stop in the "Maintenance and do not over -the-counter, prescription, and illegal drugs). ● If you ... control of the vehicle may cause a collision and result in personal injury. ● The vehicle generally moves or pulls in an accident injuring yourself and others. Lightly apply the brake pedal to ...
Owner's Manual - Page 312

...ignition switch is clear. ● Check fluid levels such as engine oil, coolant, brake fluid, and windshield-washer fluid as frequently as ...lights are clean. ● Visually inspect tires for their appearance and condition. CAUTION ● Never place anything except the Intelligent Key in the "Maintenance and do likewise. ● Check the operation of this manual. The engine may cause...
Owner's Manual - Page 325

... possible. ● Avoid unnecessary engine idling. ● Keep your engine tuned up. ● Follow the recommended periodic maintenance schedule. ● Keep the tires inflated to reduce drag. ● Use the recommended viscosity engine oil. Use the air conditioner only when necessary. ● When cruising at moderate speeds on the highway. See "Capacities...
Owner's Manual - Page 341

... (113 N·m) The wheel nuts must be kept tightened to a battery explosion, resulting in the "Maintenance and do-it-yourself" section of this manual. 6-8 In case of children. ● The booster ...After vehicle has been parked for emergency use oil or grease on the tire and loading information label affixed to become loose or come off. It could cause an accident. ● Do not use ...
Owner's Manual - Page 352

...be checked and, if necessary, retreated. Be careful when removing the high-mounted stop light must be properly reinstalled before driving your vehicle. Before the winter period and again in ...to prevent dirt and salt from building up and causing the acceleration of corrosion on the underbody and suspension. REMOVING SPOTS Remove tar and oil spots, industrial dust, insects, and tree sap...
Owner's Manual - Page 358

... and do-it-yourself Maintenance requirements...8-2 General maintenance ...8-2 Explanation of general maintenance items ...8-2 Maintenance precautions ...8-5 Engine compartment check locations ...8-6 Engine cooling system ...8-8 Checking engine coolant level ...8-8 Changing engine coolant ...8-9 Engine oil...8-9 Checking engine oil level ...8-9 Changing engine oil ...8-10 Changing engine...
Owner's Manual - Page 361

... air conditioner. Warning lights and chimes Make sure all parts of the seat belt system (for the cause and have accumulated. Windshield defroster Check that all warning lights and chimes are no...frequent checks of this manual. Under the hood and vehicle The maintenance items listed here should be checked periodically (for fuel, oil, water or other fluid leaks after use is cold, with...
Owner's Manual - Page 366

...oil to drain back into the oil pan. 4. Remove the dipstick and wipe it reaches operating temperature. 3. Improper servicing can result in the NISSAN Service Manual. Engine coolant must be found in reduced heater performance and engine overheating. Serious burns could be caused...engine CHECKING ENGINE OIL LEVEL 1. Maintenance and do-it all the way. ENGINE OIL CHANGING ENGINE ...
Owner's Manual - Page 368

... of children. The drain and refill capacity depends on the oil temperature and drain time. Start the engine. The engine oil may cause skin cancer. ● Try to determine when the proper ... oil may be hot. 6. If the oil filter is to burn yourself. Refill engine with soap or hand cleaner as soon as required. 9. See "Changing engine oil filter" later in the engine. 8. Maintenance and...
Owner's Manual - Page 405

.... *4: DEXRON™ VI type ATF may be used. *5: Available in the "Maintenance and do -it -yourself" section of this section. Capacity (Approximate) US measure Imp... recommendation" later in the "Maintenance and do -it -yourself" section to determine the proper refill capacity. Fuel Engine oil *7 Drain and Refill With oil filter change Without oil filter change Cooling system With ...
Owner's Manual - Page 408

.... When replacing, use of the specified quality oils and filters. NISSAN recommends the use of an oil additive is not necessary when the proper oil type is used . Change intervals The oil and oil filter change intervals for the reason described in order to the engine caused by improper maintenance or use of this section. Using engine...
Owner's Manual - Page 409

...; stop and go commuting Refer to the air conditioning system and will require the replacement of any other refrigerant or oil will cause severe damage to the "NISSAN Service and Maintenance Guide" for the maintenance schedule. The refrigerant HFC-134a (R-134a) in your air conditioner system refrigerant. Contact a NISSAN dealer when servicing your vehicle...
Owner's Manual - Page 426

...cause.... When towing a trailer, final drive gear oil should be replaced and transmission oil/fluid should be used when towing a vehicle ...ground (flat towing). For additional information, see the "Maintenance and do-it is sometimes called flat towing. When ...before you disconnect the trailer lights before backing the trailer into the water or the trailer lights may burn out. Remember,...
Owner's Manual - Page 434

......Odometer ...Speedometer ...Tachometer ...Trip odometer ...General maintenance ... .2-49 .3-25 ...2-5 .2-6 .2-4 .2-4...cap ...Fuel-filler door lock opener lever . Engine coolant...Engine oil ...Power steering fluid ...F.M.V.S.S. Fuel-filler lid ...Fuses ...Fusible links ...G ...... ...3-16, 3-22 Warning signals ...3-16, 3-22 Interior light...2-46 Interior trunk lid release ...3-24 iPod Player ...4-72...
Owner's Manual - Page 435

... Trunk lid lock opener lever...3-23 Low fuel warning light ...2-13, 2-23 Low tire pressure warning light ...2-12 Low windshield-washer fluid warning light...2-23 Luggage (See vehicle loading information) . .9-13 M Maintenance General maintenance ...Inside the vehicle ...Maintenance precautions ...Outside the vehicle ...Seat belt maintenance...Under the hood and vehicle ...Malfunction indicator...

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