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Changing engine oil -9 – NISSAN TITAN 2010 User Manual

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5. 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 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

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 cap

A

by turning it

counterclockwise.

4. Place a large drain pan under the drain plug

B

.

5. Remove the drain plug

B

with a wrench by

turning it counterclockwise and completely
drain the oil.

LDI0371

WDI0504

Maintenance and do-it-yourself

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