2010 Nissan Versa Owner's Manual - Page 273

quent acceleration/deceleration especially when the engine rpm is high. Consumption is likely to be higher when the engine is new. If the rate of oil consumption, after driving for 3,107 miles (5,000 km), is more than 0.5 liter per 621 miles (1,000 km), consult a NISSAN dealer 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. SDI1597 LDI0608 HR16DE/MR18DE engine 5. Remove the dipstick again and check the oil level. It should be between the H (High) and L (Low) marks 1 . This is the normal operating oil level range. If the oil level is below the L (Low) mark 2 , remove the oil filler cap and pour recommended oil through the opening. Do not overfill 3 . 6. Recheck oil level with the dipstick. It is normal to add some engine oil between oil maintenance intervals depending on the severity of operating conditions or depending on the property of the engine oil used. More engine oil is consumed by fre- HR16DE engine A B C Oil filler cap Oil drain plug Oil filter 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. 8-10 Maintenance and do-it-yourself