Car maintenance Nissan X-Trail 2 (T31)
General maintenance outside the vehicle
General maintenance General maintenance includes components that should be checked during normal daily vehicle operation. They are essential to maintaining the vehicle...
General maintenance General maintenance includes components that should be checked during normal daily vehicle operation. They are essential to maintaining the vehicle...
Inside the car
The following components should be checked regularly, e.g. when performing periodic maintenance, washing the car, etc. Component Lanterns Make sure that the headlights,...
The following components should be checked regularly, e.g. when performing periodic maintenance, washing the car, etc. Component Lanterns Make sure that the headlights,...
Under the hood and under the bottom of the car
The following components should be checked periodically, such as when checking the oil level or adding fuel. Component Windshield Washer Fluid Make sure the tank is...
The following components should be checked periodically, such as when checking the oil level or adding fuel. Component Windshield Washer Fluid Make sure the tank is...
Periodic maintenance
The following tables provide a maintenance schedule under normal operating conditions. Additional or more frequent maintenance may be required depending on weather and...
The following tables provide a maintenance schedule under normal operating conditions. Additional or more frequent maintenance may be required depending on weather and...
Engine and Emission Control System Service (MR20DE Engine)
(Annual mileage less than 30,000 km) Abbreviations: P = check and correct or replace accordingly 3 = replace. [] = by mileage only. Operations Service interval Do it...
(Annual mileage less than 30,000 km) Abbreviations: P = check and correct or replace accordingly 3 = replace. [] = by mileage only. Operations Service interval Do it...
Chassis and body maintenance (MR20DE Engine)
(Annual mileage less than 30,000 km) Abbreviations: P = check and correct or replace accordingly 3 = replace. Operations Service interval Do it by time or by mileage,...
(Annual mileage less than 30,000 km) Abbreviations: P = check and correct or replace accordingly 3 = replace. Operations Service interval Do it by time or by mileage,...
Engine and Emission Control System Service (QR25DE Engine)
(Annual mileage less than 30,000 km) Abbreviations: P = check and correct or replace accordingly 3 = replace [] = by mileage only. Operations Service interval Do it...
(Annual mileage less than 30,000 km) Abbreviations: P = check and correct or replace accordingly 3 = replace [] = by mileage only. Operations Service interval Do it...
Chassis and body maintenance (QR25DE Engine)
(Annual mileage less than 30,000 km) Abbreviations P - check and correct or replace, respectively 3 = replace. Operations Service interval Perform either by mileage km x...
(Annual mileage less than 30,000 km) Abbreviations P - check and correct or replace, respectively 3 = replace. Operations Service interval Perform either by mileage km x...
Maintenance in harsh operating conditions
(Annual mileage less than 30,000 km). The service intervals listed above are recommended for normal driving conditions. If you drive your vehicle primarily under severe...
(Annual mileage less than 30,000 km). The service intervals listed above are recommended for normal driving conditions. If you drive your vehicle primarily under severe...
Liquids and lubricants
Filling capacity (approx.), l Recommended fluids/lubricants Motor Oil Draining and Filling with oil filter replacement MR2QDE 44 Petrol engines branded motor oil Nissan...
Filling capacity (approx.), l Recommended fluids/lubricants Motor Oil Draining and Filling with oil filter replacement MR2QDE 44 Petrol engines branded motor oil Nissan...
SAE viscosity grade
Petrol engines It is preferable to use 5W 30 oil. * If you do not have 5W 30 grade, select the viscosity from the table that suits the ambient temperature range....
Petrol engines It is preferable to use 5W 30 oil. * If you do not have 5W 30 grade, select the viscosity from the table that suits the ambient temperature range....
Ratio of components in the engine coolant mixture
The engine cooling system is filled at the factory with high-quality all-season engine coolant with a long service life. This solution contains anti-corrosion agents and...
The engine cooling system is filled at the factory with high-quality all-season engine coolant with a long service life. This solution contains anti-corrosion agents and...
Checking the drive belt (MR20DE engine)
1. Generator; 2. Automatic drive belt tensioner; 3. Crankshaft pulley; 4. Air conditioning compressor (on models with air conditioning). Tension pulley (on models...
1. Generator; 2. Automatic drive belt tensioner; 3. Crankshaft pulley; 4. Air conditioning compressor (on models with air conditioning). Tension pulley (on models...
Checking the coolant level (MR20DE engine)
Checking the level Make sure the coolant level in the reservoir is between the "MIN" and "MAX" marks when the engine is cold. If necessary, top up the coolant level to...
Checking the level Make sure the coolant level in the reservoir is between the "MIN" and "MAX" marks when the engine is cold. If necessary, top up the coolant level to...
Checking for coolant leaks (MR20DE engine)
To check for leaks, pressurize the cooling system using a pump (suitable special tool) (A) and adapter (suitable special tool) (IN). Test pressure: See chapter...
To check for leaks, pressurize the cooling system using a pump (suitable special tool) (A) and adapter (suitable special tool) (IN). Test pressure: See chapter...
Draining Engine Coolant (MR20DE Engine)
Attention: Do not remove the radiator cap when the engine is hot. High-pressure coolant squirting out of the radiator can cause serious burns. Wrap the cap with a thick...
Attention: Do not remove the radiator cap when the engine is hot. High-pressure coolant squirting out of the radiator can cause serious burns. Wrap the cap with a thick...
Filling engine coolant (MR20DE engine)
1. If removed, install the tank and screw the plug into the radiator drain hole. Attention: Clean the drain plug and screw it in, installing a new O-ring. Radiator drain...
1. If removed, install the tank and screw the plug into the radiator drain hole. Attention: Clean the drain plug and screw it in, installing a new O-ring. Radiator drain...
Checking the radiator cap (MR20DE engine)
Check the radiator cap valve seat. A. Valve seat; B. Metal plunger. Check to see if the valve seat has swollen to the point that the plunger edge is not visible when...
Check the radiator cap valve seat. A. Valve seat; B. Metal plunger. Check to see if the valve seat has swollen to the point that the plunger edge is not visible when...
Radiator — Check (MR20DE Engine)
Check if the radiator is clogged with dirt. If necessary, clean the radiator as follows. Attention: Do not puncture or damage the radiator fins. When cleaning the...
Check if the radiator is clogged with dirt. If necessary, clean the radiator as follows. Attention: Do not puncture or damage the radiator fins. When cleaning the...
Checking fuel lines (MR20DE engine)
Check the fuel lines, filler cap, and fuel tank to make sure they are properly secured, for leaks, cracks, damage, loose tightening, chafing, and wear. If necessary, fix...
Check the fuel lines, filler cap, and fuel tank to make sure they are properly secured, for leaks, cracks, damage, loose tightening, chafing, and wear. If necessary, fix...
Air cleaner filter element (engine MR20DE)
Removal 1. Unfasten the clips (A) and remove the holder (2) from the air cleaner housing (1). 2. Remove the air cleaner filter element (1) from the housing. Installation...
Removal 1. Unfasten the clips (A) and remove the holder (2) from the air cleaner housing (1). 2. Remove the air cleaner filter element (1) from the housing. Installation...
Engine Oil — Draining and Filling (MR20DE Engine)
Drain Attention: Avoid burning yourself with hot engine oil. Prolonged and frequent contact with used motor oil can cause skin cancer. Try to avoid contact with used oil...
Drain Attention: Avoid burning yourself with hot engine oil. Prolonged and frequent contact with used motor oil can cause skin cancer. Try to avoid contact with used oil...
Oil filter — removal and installation (engine MR20DE)
Removal Remove the oil filter using a wrench (special tool KV10115801) (A). 1. Oil pan; Front of the engine. Attention: The oil filter is equipped with a bypass valve....
Removal Remove the oil filter using a wrench (special tool KV10115801) (A). 1. Oil pan; Front of the engine. Attention: The oil filter is equipped with a bypass valve....
Spark plugs — removal and installation (engine MR20DE)
Removal 1. Remove the ignition coils. See chapter " Mechanical part of the engine ". 2. Remove the spark plugs using a wrench (suitable special tool). Caution: Do not...
Removal 1. Remove the ignition coils. See chapter " Mechanical part of the engine ". 2. Remove the spark plugs using a wrench (suitable special tool). Caution: Do not...
Checking the drive belt (QR25DE engine)
1. Generator; 2. Water pump; 3. Tension pulley; 4. Crankshaft pulley; 5. Air conditioning compressor; 6. Automatic drive belt tensioner; 7. Drive belt; A. View "A"; B....
1. Generator; 2. Water pump; 3. Tension pulley; 4. Crankshaft pulley; 5. Air conditioning compressor; 6. Automatic drive belt tensioner; 7. Drive belt; A. View "A"; B....
Engine Coolant — Check (QR25DE Engine)
Checking the level Make sure the coolant level in the reservoir is between the "MIN" and "MAX" marks when the engine is cold. If necessary, top up the coolant level to...
Checking the level Make sure the coolant level in the reservoir is between the "MIN" and "MAX" marks when the engine is cold. If necessary, top up the coolant level to...
Engine Coolant — Drain (QR25DE Engine)
Attention: Do not remove the radiator cap while the engine is hot. High-pressure coolant squirting out of the radiator can cause serious burns. Wrap the cap with a thick...
Attention: Do not remove the radiator cap while the engine is hot. High-pressure coolant squirting out of the radiator can cause serious burns. Wrap the cap with a thick...
Engine Coolant — Filling (QR25DE Engine)
1. If removed, install the tank and screw the plug into the radiator drain hole. Attention: Clean the drain plug and screw it in, installing a new O-ring. Radiator Drain...
1. If removed, install the tank and screw the plug into the radiator drain hole. Attention: Clean the drain plug and screw it in, installing a new O-ring. Radiator Drain...
Flushing the cooling system (QR25DE engine)
1. If removed, install the tank and screw the plug into the radiator drain hole. Attention: Clean the drain plug and screw it in, installing a new O-ring. Radiator drain...
1. If removed, install the tank and screw the plug into the radiator drain hole. Attention: Clean the drain plug and screw it in, installing a new O-ring. Radiator drain...
Radiator — Check (QR25DE Engine)
Check if the radiator is clogged with dirt. If necessary, clean the radiator as follows: Attention: Do not bend or damage the radiator fins. When cleaning the radiator...
Check if the radiator is clogged with dirt. If necessary, clean the radiator as follows: Attention: Do not bend or damage the radiator fins. When cleaning the radiator...
Checking fuel lines (QR25DE engine)
Check the fuel lines, beer cap and fuel tank to make sure they are properly secured, there are no leaks, cracks, damage, looseness, chafing or wear. A: Engine; B: Fuel...
Check the fuel lines, beer cap and fuel tank to make sure they are properly secured, there are no leaks, cracks, damage, looseness, chafing or wear. A: Engine; B: Fuel...
Air cleaner filter element (QR25DE engine)
Removal 1. Press the latches (A) on both sides of the air cleaner cover (1) inward (B). 2. Pull the air cleaner cover forward (C) and remove it. 3. Remove the air...
Removal 1. Press the latches (A) on both sides of the air cleaner cover (1) inward (B). 2. Pull the air cleaner cover forward (C) and remove it. 3. Remove the air...
Engine Oil — Draining and Filling (QR25DE Engine)
Drain Caution: Avoid burning yourself with hot engine oil. Prolonged and frequent contact with used motor oil can cause skin cancer. Try to avoid contact with used oil...
Drain Caution: Avoid burning yourself with hot engine oil. Prolonged and frequent contact with used motor oil can cause skin cancer. Try to avoid contact with used oil...
Oil filter — removal and installation (QR25DE engine)
Removal 1. Remove the mudguard. See chapter " Interior and exterior body equipment ". 2. Unscrew the oil filter using a wrench (special tool KV10115801) (A). Attention:...
Removal 1. Remove the mudguard. See chapter " Interior and exterior body equipment ". 2. Unscrew the oil filter using a wrench (special tool KV10115801) (A). Attention:...
Spark plugs — removal and installation (QR25DE engine)
Removal 1. Remove the ignition coils. See chapter " Mechanical part of the engine ". 2. Remove the spark plugs using a wrench (suitable special tool). Caution: Do not...
Removal 1. Remove the ignition coils. See chapter " Mechanical part of the engine ". 2. Remove the spark plugs using a wrench (suitable special tool). Caution: Do not...
Adjusting the beam direction of xenon headlights
Description Preparation before adjustment Note: For more details, please refer to the regulations in force in your country. Adjust the headlight aim if repair work has...
Description Preparation before adjustment Note: For more details, please refer to the regulations in force in your country. Adjust the headlight aim if repair work has...
Adjusting the beam direction of halogen headlights
Description Preparation before adjustment Note: Adjust the headlight aim if repair work has been performed on the front of the vehicle or the headlight assembly has been...
Description Preparation before adjustment Note: Adjust the headlight aim if repair work has been performed on the front of the vehicle or the headlight assembly has been...
Exhaust system — check
Check that the exhaust pipe and muffler fastening elements are securely tightened and that there are no leaks, cracks, damage or wear. If any deviations from the norm...
Check that the exhaust pipe and muffler fastening elements are securely tightened and that there are no leaks, cracks, damage or wear. If any deviations from the norm...
CVT Fluid — Checking CVT Fluid Level
Check the fluid level by heating it to 50-80°C. Check the fluid level as follows: 1. Check for fluid leaks. 2. After warming up the engine, drive the car in the urban...
Check the fluid level by heating it to 50-80°C. Check the fluid level as follows: 1. Check for fluid leaks. 2. After warming up the engine, drive the car in the urban...
Checking the CVT fluid condition
If the CVT fluid is very dark or smells burnt, check the CVT operation. After repairing the CVT, flush the cooling system. If there are friction material fragments in...
If the CVT fluid is very dark or smells burnt, check the CVT operation. After repairing the CVT, flush the cooling system. If there are friction material fragments in...
CVT fluid replacement
1. Remove the drain plug and drain the CVT fluid from the oil pan. 2. Screw the plug into the drain hole of the oil pan. Caution: Do not reuse the pad. Drain plug -...
1. Remove the drain plug and drain the CVT fluid from the oil pan. 2. Screw the plug into the drain hole of the oil pan. Caution: Do not reuse the pad. Drain plug -...
Transmission oil — gearbox RS6F94R
Examination Checking for leaks Make sure there are no oil leaks from the manual transmission and adjacent areas. Checking the level 1. Remove the plug (1) from the...
Examination Checking for leaks Make sure there are no oil leaks from the manual transmission and adjacent areas. Checking the level 1. Remove the plug (1) from the...
Transmission oil — gearbox RS6F52A (2WD)
Examination Checking for leaks Make sure there are no oil leaks from the manual transmission and adjacent areas. Checking the level 1. Unscrew the plug (1). 2. Measure...
Examination Checking for leaks Make sure there are no oil leaks from the manual transmission and adjacent areas. Checking the level 1. Unscrew the plug (1). 2. Measure...
Transmission oil — gearbox RS6F52A (4WD)
Examination Checking for leaks Make sure there are no oil leaks from the manual transmission and adjacent areas. Checking the level 1. Unscrew the plug (1) from the...
Examination Checking for leaks Make sure there are no oil leaks from the manual transmission and adjacent areas. Checking the level 1. Unscrew the plug (1) from the...
Clutch fluid
Examination If the fluid level is extremely low, check for leaks from the brake/clutch system.
Examination If the fluid level is extremely low, check for leaks from the brake/clutch system.
Transfer Case Oil — Check
Oil leak Check for oil leaks from and around the transfer case (oil seal, crankcase drain plug, etc.). Oil level 1. Unscrew the plug (1) from the filler hole and remove...
Oil leak Check for oil leaks from and around the transfer case (oil seal, crankcase drain plug, etc.). Oil level 1. Unscrew the plug (1) from the filler hole and remove...
Transfer Case Oil — Draining Oil
1. Drive the vehicle and warm up the transfer case housing to normal operating temperature. 2. Stop the engine, unscrew the plug (1) from the drain hole, remove the...
1. Drive the vehicle and warm up the transfer case housing to normal operating temperature. 2. Stop the engine, unscrew the plug (1) from the drain hole, remove the...
Transfer Case Oil — Oil Filling
1. Unscrew the plug (1) from the filler hole and remove the gasket. Fill the oil to the specified level at the hole (A) under the plug. Oil grade and viscosity. See...
1. Unscrew the plug (1) from the filler hole and remove the gasket. Fill the oil to the specified level at the hole (A) under the plug. Oil grade and viscosity. See...
Rear propeller shaft
Checking the appearance and knocking Check the driveshaft tube for nicks or cracks. Replace the driveshaft assembly if necessary. If the center bearing makes unusual...
Checking the appearance and knocking Check the driveshaft tube for nicks or cracks. Replace the driveshaft assembly if necessary. If the center bearing makes unusual...
Rear Differential Transmission Fluid — Check
Oil leak Check for oil leaks from and around the final drive assembly. Oil level Remove the plug (1) from the filler hole and check the oil level through the hole under...
Oil leak Check for oil leaks from and around the final drive assembly. Oil level Remove the plug (1) from the filler hole and check the oil level through the hole under...
Rear Differential Transmission Oil — Draining Oil
1. Turn off the engine. 2. Remove the plug (1) from the drain hole and drain the transmission oil. 3. Place a new gasket on the drain plug, screw the plug into the final...
1. Turn off the engine. 2. Remove the plug (1) from the drain hole and drain the transmission oil. 3. Place a new gasket on the drain plug, screw the plug into the final...
Rear Differential Transmission Oil — Oil Fill
1. Remove the plug (1) from the filler hole. Fill with fresh transmission oil until it reaches the specified level at the plug hole, as shown in the figure. Oil measure...
1. Remove the plug (1) from the filler hole. Fill with fresh transmission oil until it reaches the specified level at the plug hole, as shown in the figure. Oil measure...
Road Wheels — Wheel Rotation
1. Maintain the tire rotation interval according to the maintenance schedule. See above. 2. When rotating wheels, do not use the T-type spare tire. 3. When installing...
1. Maintain the tire rotation interval according to the maintenance schedule. See above. 2. When rotating wheels, do not use the T-type spare tire. 3. When installing...
Checking brake fluid levels and leaks
If the fluid level is extremely low, check for leaks from the brake/clutch system.
If the fluid level is extremely low, check for leaks from the brake/clutch system.
Checking the brake system tubes and cables
Check the brake lines and parking brake cables to make sure they are properly secured, there are no leaks, chafing, wear, etc.
Check the brake lines and parking brake cables to make sure they are properly secured, there are no leaks, chafing, wear, etc.
Replacing brake fluid
1. Drain the brake fluid from the bleed nipple of each wheel. 2. Continue filling until fresh brake fluid begins to flow out of the bleed nipples. Fill the brake fluid...
1. Drain the brake fluid from the bleed nipple of each wheel. 2. Continue filling until fresh brake fluid begins to flow out of the bleed nipples. Fill the brake fluid...
Checking the disc brake
Brake disc Check for wear or damage. Support Check for fluid leaks. Brake shoe Check for wear and damage. Front disc brakes Unit of measurement: mm. Brake shoe Standard...
Brake disc Check for wear or damage. Support Check for fluid leaks. Brake shoe Check for wear and damage. Front disc brakes Unit of measurement: mm. Brake shoe Standard...
Checking the steering gear
Steering gear Check for play, damage or grease leaks from the mechanism housing and covers. Check the play in the connection to the steering column. Check for grease...
Steering gear Check for play, damage or grease leaks from the mechanism housing and covers. Check the play in the connection to the steering column. Check for grease...
Axle and suspension components
Check for excessive play, cracks, wear or other damage on front and rear axle and suspension components. Rock the wheels and check for excessive play. Check that the...
Check for excessive play, cracks, wear or other damage on front and rear axle and suspension components. Rock the wheels and check for excessive play. Check that the...
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- Engine repair
- Lubrication system
- Cooling system
- Control system
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- Clutch
- Mechanical gearbox
- Variator (CVT)
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