2011 Nissan Pathfinder Owner's Manual - Page 398

CAUTION Oil level should be checked regularly. Operating the engine with an insufficient amount of oil can damage the engine, and such damage is not covered by warranty. WDI0500 WDI0504 VQ40DE engine VK56DE engine 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 B. 5. Remove the drain plug B with a wrench by turning it counterclockwise and completely drain the oil. Maintenance and do-it-yourself 8-11