Safety Warning
DIY auto repair can cause serious injury, fire, or vehicle damage. These guides are for informational purposes only. Always follow OEM torque specs, wear PPE, and consult a certified mechanic if you are unsure. You are solely responsible for your safety.
2012 Nissan-Datsun Cube BaseFACTORY OEM SERVICE PROCEDURE
Quick Lookups: Fluids
| FLUID CAPACITIES | |||||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fluid Type | Application | Standard | Metric | Fluid Spec | Note | S/H | |
| Air Cond Compressor Oil | 4.00 OZS. | 0.11 L | PAG 100 | S | |||
| Air Cond Refrigerant | 1.00 LBS. | 0.45 KG | HFC-134a (R-134a) | S | |||
| Automatic Transmission Fluid | 7.88 QTS. | 7.45 L | Genuine NISSAN CVT Fluid NS-2 | Use only Genuine NISSAN CVT Fluid NS-2. Using transmission fluid other than Genuine NISSAN CVT Fluid NS-2 will damage the CVT, which is not covered by the NISSAN new vehicle limited warranty. | S | ||
| Brake Fluid | N/A | N/A | Genuine NISSAN Super Heavy Duty Brake Fluid or equivalent DOT 3 | S | |||
| Engine Coolant | Reservoir | 0.75 QTS. | 0.7 L | Pre-diluted Genuine NISSAN Long Life Antifreeze/Coolant (Blue) or equivalent | S | ||
| Engine Coolant | Standard Trans | 7.25 QTS. | 6.86 L | Pre-diluted Genuine NISSAN Long Life Antifreeze/Coolant (Blue) or equivalent | S | ||
| Engine Oil | Drain and Refill,w/Filter | 4.38 QTS. | 4.14 L | API - SAE 5W-30 | S | ||
| Engine Oil | Drain and Refill,w/o Filter | 4.00 QTS. | 3.78 L | API - SAE 5W-30 | S | ||
| Engine Oil | Dry engine | 5.13 QTS. | 4.85 L | API - SAE 5W-30 | S | ||
| Fuel Tank | 13.25 GALS. | 50.15 L | S | ||||
| Manual Transmission Fluid | 2.15 QTS. | 2.03 L | API GL-4 SAE 75W-80 MT gear oil or equivalent | If Genuine NISSAN gear oil is not available, API GL-4, SAE 75W-80 maybe used as a temporary replacement. Replace with Genuine NISSAN gear oil as soon as it is available. | S | ||
| Windshield Washer Fluid | 5.00 QTS. | 4.73 L | Genuine NISSAN Windshield Washer Concentrate Cleaner and Antifreeze or equivalent | Follow the Manufacturer's Instructions for the mixture ratio. | S | ||
Factory Service Tools
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When to See a Mechanic
Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:
- • You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
- • Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
- • The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
- • You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
- • You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.
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