Page 1 of 1

2002 SE 4x4- My new car

Posted: Mon Jul 29, 2013 9:49 am
by 2002redpathfinder
Hi all, I just bought a 2002 SE 4x4 with just 104,000 miles. It was a single owner car and in immaculate condition. I do not have any of the prior service records and would like to know what Nissan and you all recommend maintenance wise. I know spark plugs need to be done at 105k but what about transmission, transfer case, diffs etc... Thanks for you help in advance!

Posted: Mon Jul 29, 2013 2:19 pm
by smj999smj
Stick with the original type NGK laser platinum spark plugs. They are a little pricey, but the best option for your engine. I believe Nissan recommends an oil change and tire rotation at the 105,000 mile service; they recommend rotation at every 3750 miles, which is a bit of overkill; I rotate mine every 7500 mi.
Air and fuel filters should be changed every 30000 miles. I recommend a drain and fill of the automatic transmission fluid every 30000 miles, as well, if applies. Do not use Dexron III/Mercon ATF when servicing. Use Nissan Type "D" ATF or an aftermarket ATF "recommended" for Dexron II applications. I highly recommend Valvoline Maxlife ATF or Castrol Multi-import ATF. I usually drain and fill the transfer case and diffs every 60,000 miles. I usually use Mobil 1 synthetic 75W90 or Walmart full-synthetic 75W90 gear oil for the diffs. IIRC, Nissan recommends the first coolant service at 60000 miles and every 30000 miles thereafter. I replace oil and filter at every 7500 miles using synthetic 5W30 and a genuine Nissan oil filter (I use Purolator Pure-One in a pinch). Oil brand is a matter of preference; I use Walmart's Syntech Full Synthetic, which is made by Royal Shell, the makers of Rotella.