Nissan Qashqai 2013 1.6 diesel service and maintenance

Engine oil

Engine oil capacity: 5.9 litres (6.2 quarts)
For regular oil change Nissan Qashqai 2013 1.6 diesel takes approx. 6.5 litres of oil, 5.9 litres is total engine oil capacity.
Oil change interval is 20,000 km or one year, whichever comes first.
Although the manufacturer accepts a longer oil change interval, we recommend changing the oil at least every 10,000 km or 12 months.
Recommended oil type (Oil Viscosity Classification SAE) is 5W-30

Air filter

Replacement interval for the air filter is 20,000 km.
After prolonged driving in particularly dusty conditions, it is advisable to check the condition of the air filter earlier and replace it if the filter is visibly dirty.

Fuel filter

Nissan Qashqai 1.6 diesel fuel filter replacement interval: 40,000 km
Change interval for the fuel filter in the fuel tank is 100,000 km

Glow plugs

Glow plugs change interval is 120,000 km.

Timing chain

There is no manufacturer specified replacement interval for the engine timing chain on Nissan Qashqai 2013 1.6 diesel, expecting it to last until the engine is overhauled (approximately 220,000 km - 370,000 km).
Based on real life experience, the Nissan Qashqai 2013 1.6 dCi 4WD timing chain change interval is approximately 200,000 km as at this mileage it may become overstretched and require replacement, so it is recommended to check the condition of the chain periodically after this mileage is reached and replace the timing chain if it becomes excessively stretched or if unusual engine noises occur.

Serpentine (drive) belt

Nissan Qashqai 2013 1.6 dCi 4WD serpentine or alternator belt replacement interval is 100,000 km.

Engine coolant

Engine coolant (antifreeze) recommended replacement interval for Nissan Qashqai 1.6 diesel is 100,000 km or 5 years, whichever comes first.
Coolant capacity is 7.3 litres

Gearbox oil change

Nissan Qashqai manual gearbox oil change interval is 90,000 km.

Cabin air filter

Cabin air filter change interval is 30,000 km.

Transfer case oil change

Transfer case oil change for Nissan Qashqai 1.6 is recommended every 60,000 km.