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At a minimum, gasoline should meet ASTM specification D 4814 in the United States or CAN/CGSB-3.5 or 3.511 in Canada.

Some gasolines contain an octane-enhancing additive called methylcyclopentadienyl manganese tricarbonyl (MMT). We recommend against the use of gasolines containing MMT. See Fuel Additives for additional information.

    Recommended Fuel
    Use regular unleaded gasoline with a posted octane rating of 87 or higher. If the octane rating is less than 87, an audible knocking noise, commonly referred to as spark knock, might be hear ...

    California Fuel Requirements
    If the vehicle is certified to meet California Emissions Standards, it is designed to operate on fuels that meet California specifications. See the underhood emission control label. If this ...

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    RADIO menus
    Main AM menu AM menu Show presets Scan Audio settings1 Sound stage Equalizer Volume compensation Reset all audio settings Main FM1/FM2 menu FM menu Show radio text Show pre ...

    Selecting a station (in wavebands AM/ FM1/FM2)
    Automatic tuning 1. Press RADIO. Continue pressing this button to toggle to the desired waveband (AM, FM1, etc.). 2. Release the button and wait several seconds or press OK/MENU. 3. Press the lef ...

    Continuously Variable Transmission (CVT) fluid
    CAUTION: - Use only Genuine NISSAN CVT Fluid NS-2. Do not mix with other fluids. - Using transmission fluid other than Genuine NISSAN CVT Fluid NS-2 will damage the CVT, which is not covered by th ...