NISSAN 2009 Altima - Manual (Page 300)

5. Remove the dipstick again and check the oil
level. It should be between the H (High) and
L (Low) marks
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B . This is the normal oper-
ating 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
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C .
6. 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. Op-
erating the engine with an insufficient
amount of oil can damage the engine, and
such damage is not covered by warranty.
CHANGING ENGINE OIL
1. Park the vehicle on a level surface and apply
the parking brake.
2. Start the engine and let it idle until it reaches
operating temperature, then turn it off.
3. Remove the oil filler
᭺
A cap by turning it
counterclockwise.
4. Place a large drain pan under the drain plug
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B .
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8-10 Maintenance and do-it-yourself
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REVIEW COPY— 2009 Altima (alt)
Owners Manual—USA_English (nna)
09/08/08—debbie
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