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Nissan Note 2004-2013

2004–2013
Overview

The Nissan Note, produced from 2004 to 2013, was a compact MPV (multi-purpose vehicle) designed to offer practicality and versatility. Its distinctive tall body design provided ample interior space while maintaining a relatively small footprint for urban maneuverability. The Note featured a well-thought-out interior with a flexible rear seat system, allowing various seating and cargo configurations. It also introduced the innovative "Around View Monitor" technology, offering a bird's-eye view of the vehicle for parking and tight-space maneuvering.

On the road, the Nissan Note offered a comfortable and easy-driving experience. It was available with a range of petrol and diesel engines for different performance and fuel efficiency needs. The suspension was tuned for comfort, making it suitable for urban and longer journeys. Overall, the Nissan Note from this era targeted practicality and versatility, making it a popular choice among those seeking a compact family car with ample interior space and user-friendly features.

Specifications

Nissan Note specification, engine oil capacity, spark plug gap, safety rating, fuel consumption, transmission, and light bulb sizes.

 

Chassis

 

  • Type: E11

 

Engine 1.8L  4-Cylinder DOHC

 

  • Recommended Oil viscosity: 0W-20
  • Recommended Engine Oil: API
  • Oil capacity: 4.2 qt

 

Spark Plug Gap

 

  • 1.8L 4-Cylinder: 0.044”

 

Fuel

 

  • Capacity: 10-7/8 gal (41 L)

 

Engine coolant (with reservoir)

 

  • Type: 
    • With manual transmission: Pre-diluted Genuine NISSAN Long Life Antifreeze/Coolant (blue) or equivalent
    • With Continuously Variable Transmission (CVT): Pre-diluted Genuine NISSAN Long Life Antifreeze/Coolant (blue) or equivalent
  • Capacity:
    • With manual transmission:1-3/4 gal(6.7 L)
    • With Continuously Variable Transmission (CVT): 1-7/8 gal (7.2 L)

 

Manual transmission gear oil

 

  • Type: Genuine NISSAN Manual Transmission Fluid (MTF) HQ Multi 75W-85, or equivalent
    • If Genuine NISSAN Manual Transmission Fluid HQ-Multi is not available, API GL-4, Viscosity SAE 75W-85 may be used as a temporary replacement. However, use Genuine NISSAN Manual Transmission Fluid HQ-Multi (or equivalent) as soon as it is available.

 

Continuously Variable Transmission (CVT) fluid

 

  • Type: Genuine NISSAN CVT Fluid NS-3
    • NISSAN recommends using Genuine NISSAN CVT Fluid NS-3 (or equivalent) ONLY in NISSAN CVTs. Do not mix with other fluids. Using fluids not equivalent to Genuine NISSAN CVT Fluid NS-3 may damage the CVT. Damage caused by fluids other than recommended is not covered under NISSAN’s New Vehicle Limited Warranty.

 

Brake and clutch (if so equipped) fluid

 

  • Type: Genuine NISSAN Super Heavy Duty Brake Fluid, available in mainland U.S.A. through a NISSAN dealer or equivalent DOT

 

Multi-purpose grease

 

  • Type: NLGI No. 2 (Lithium soap base)

 

Air conditioning system refrigerant

 

  • Type: HFC-134a (R-134a)

 

Air conditioning system oil

 

  • Type: Genuine NISSAN A/C System Oil Type R (KLH00-PAGR0) or equivalent

 

Windshield washer fluid

 

  • Type: • Genuine NISSAN Windshield Washer Concentrate Cleaner & Antifreeze or equivalent
  • Capacity: 7/8 gal (3.5 L)

 

Powertrain

 

Engine

 

  • Petrol:
    • 1.2 L HR12DE I3
    • 1.2 L HR12DDR I3
    • 1.6 L HR16DE I4
  • Petrol hybrid:
    • 1.2 L HR12DE e-Power I3 + electric motor
  • Diesel:
    • 1.5 L K9K I4

 

Transmission

 

  • Xtronic CVT
  • 5-speed manual
  • Single speed constant ratio (e-Power)
Warning Lights & Bulb Sizes

Front Lights

  • High Beam and Low Beam Light Bulb: H4
  • Fog Light Bulb: H8
  • Side Marker Light Bulb: W5W
  • Daytime Running Light Bulb: LED
  • Turn Signal Light Bulb: PY21W

Rear Lights

  • Brake Light Bulb: P21/5W
  • Rear Fog Light Bulb: P21W
  • Reverse Light Bulb: W16W
  • Turn Signal Light Bulb: W16W
  • License Plate Light Bulb: W5W
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