1997 Nissan Maxima Owner's Manual - Page 182

PERIODIC MAINTENANCE Fluid leaks Check under the vehicle for fuel, oil, water or other fluid leaks after the vehicle has been parked for a while. Water dripping from the air conditioner after use is normal. If you should notice any leaks or if gasoline fumes are evident, check for the cause and have it corrected immediately. To ensure smooth, trouble-free, safe and economical driving, NISSAN provides two different maintenance schedules that may be used, depending upon the conditions in which you usually drive. These schedules contain both distance and time intervals, up to 60,000 miles (96,000 km)/48 months. For most people, the odometer reading will indicate when service is needed. However, if you drive very little, your vehicle should be serviced at the regular time intervals shown in the schedule. After 60,000 miles (96,000 km) or 48 months, continue the periodic maintenance at the same mileage/time intervals. ¼ Driving in dusty conditions. ¼ Driving on rough, muddy, or salt spread roads. ¼ Towing a trailer, using a camper or a car-top carrier. SCHEDULE 2 Follow Periodic Maintenance Schedule 2 if none of the driving conditions shown in Schedule 1 apply to your driving habits. SCHEDULE 1 Follow Periodic Maintenance Schedule 1 if your driving habits frequently include one or more of the following driving conditions: ¼ Repeated short trips of less than 5 miles (8 km). ¼ Repeated short trips of less than 10 miles (16 km) with outside temperatures remaining below freezing. ¼ Operating in hot weather in stop-and-go "rush hour" traffic. ¼ Extensive idling and/or low speed driving for long distances, such as police, taxi or door-to-door delivery use. 8-5