Key Fob Battery Change

After a few years of daily use, the battery inside the key fob remote control for the keyless entry system of a second generation (2012, 2013, 2014, 2015, 2016, 2017, 2018 and 2019) Nissan Versa sedan can become weak or stop working entirely.

Check out the DIY tutorial for the procedure (with the compatible replacement part number) by clicking on the text link above or the thumbnail image on the left.

Map Light Bulbs

The overhead light housing just behind the rear viewmirror in a Versa contains the two map light bulbs.

To view the DIY directions for changing the bulbs (with the compatible replacement part number) by clicking on the text link above or the thumbnail picture on the left.

Cabin Air Filter Change

If the air conditioning system in your Versa hasn't been working well recently or the air coming out of the vents smells a bit musty or moldy, you may need to clean or change the interior passenger compartment cabin air filter element located in the HVAC blower motor housing.

Take a look at the DIY steps for the procedure (with the compatible replacement part numbers) by clicking on the text link or thumbnail image.

Door Panel Removal

If you'd like to upgrade the OEM speakers in your second generation (2012, 2013, 2014, 2015, 2016, 2017, 2018 & 2019) Nissan Versa sedan, you'll first have to take off the plastic interior door panels.

Check out the DIY instructions for the procedure (with the compatible replacement aftermarket speaker sizes) by clicking on the text link or thumbnail image.

Dome Light Bulb Change

If you need to change a burnt out dome light bulb in the housing attached to the headliner above the rear passenger seats of your Nissan Versa (or upgrade it to a brighter LED unit) take a look at the DIY directions for the procedure (with the compatible replacement part number) by clicking on the text link above or the thumbnail image on the left.

Shift Lock Release

If you need to manually move your Nissan Versa due to running out of gas, a dead 12V car battery or some other mechanical or electrical issue, you'll first have to release the automatic transmission's shift lock mechanism and move the gear selector from "P" (Park) to "N" (Neutral).

To view the DIY instructions for the procedure, click on the text link or thumbnail image.

Tail Light Bulbs Change

The tail light housings of a second generation (2012, 2013, 2014, 2015, 2016, 2017, 2018 and 2019) Nissan Versa contain the brake, rear turn signal and reverse light bulbs.

Check out the DIY tutorial for changing a burnt out tail light bulb (with the compatible replacement part numbers) by clicking on the text link or thumbnail image.

License Plate Light Bulbs

If you need to change a burnt out license plate light bulb in the trunk lid of your Nissan Versa (or upgrade them both to brighter LED units), check out the DIY tutorial for the procedure (with the compatible replacement part number) by clicking on the text link above or the thumbnail image on the left.

Trunk Light Bulb Change

If you need to change a burnt out cargo area light bulb in the trunk of your Nissan Versa (or upgrade it to a brighter LED unit), take a look at the DIY tutorial for the procedure (with the compatible replacement part number) by clicking on the text link above or the thumbnail image on the left.

Windshield Wiper Blades

If you are having difficulty seeing out of the front windshield window of your Versa when it's raining or snowing outside, you probably need to change the wiper blades.

Check out the DIY steps for the procedure with the OEM wiper blade size and the compatible replacement part numbers by clicking on the text link or thumbnail image.

Headlight Bulbs Change

The headlight housings of the 2nd generation Nissan Versa contain the combination low beam / high beam bulb, the front turn signal light bulb and the front side marker bulb.

To view the DIY tutorial for changing any of the light bulbs (with the compatible replacement part numbers), click on the text link or thumbnail image.

Engine Air Filter Change

The owner's manual specifies that the engine air filter element for the HR16DE 1.6L I4 should be changed every 30,000 miles (48,000 km) or every 36 months.

Check out the DIY directions for changing the engine air filter element (with the compatible replacement part numbers) by clicking on the text link or thumbnail image.

12V Car Battery Change

If you've been having difficulty starting the engine in your Nissan Versa on a cold morning and the OEM 12 volt car battery is a few years old, you may need to replace it.

Take a look at the DIY tutorial for the procedure (with the OEM group size and the compatible replacement part numbers) by clicking on the text link or thumbnail image.

MAF Sensor Change

If your Versa hasn't been running well recently including rough idling, hesitating and stalling, you may need to clean or change the mass air flow (MAF) sensor for the HR16DE 1.6L I4 engine.

To view the DIY steps for the procedure (with the compatible replacement part numbers), click on the text link or thumbnail image.

Camshaft Sensors

The HR16DE 1.6L I4 engine is equipped with two camshaft position sensors on the top of the valve cover. If your Versa has been vibrating, has an erratic idle or has been using more fuel than normal, you may need to replace a faulty camshaft position sensor.

Check out the DIY directions for changing the sensors (with the compatible replacement part numbers) by clicking on the text link or thumbnail image.

Fuse Replacement Guide

The best place to start when troubleshooting any electrical problem with your Versa is to check for a blown fuse or a faulty relay in either the engine bay or the interior passenger compartment electrical panels.

To view the DIY tutorial for the procedure (with the compatible replacement fuse type), click on the text link above or the thumbnail image on the left.

PCV Valve Change

A few of the symptoms of a failing, faulty or clogged positive crankcase ventilation valve include a rough idle, an oily engine air filter, surging, misfiring, increased oil consumption, stalling, smoke from the exhaust pipe, an oil leak, fouled spark plugs, poor acceleration and possibly a CEL / SES warning light on the dashboard.

Check out the DIY tutorial for checking or changing the PCV valve by clicking on the text link or thumbnail image.

Spark Plugs Change

According to the maintenance schedule in the owner's manual, the platinum tipped OEM spark plugs should be replaced every 105,000 miles (or 168,000 km).

Take a look at the DIY instructions for the procedure (with the compatible replacement part numbers) by clicking on the text link or the thumbnail image.

Engine Oil Change

The best way to keep your Versa running reliably for many years is to regularly change the motor oil and replace the oil filter on the HR16DE 1.6L I4 engine at least every 5,000 miles (8,000 km) or every 6 months according to the maintenance schedule in the owner's manual.

To view the DIY tutorial for the procedure (with the compatible replacement oil filter part numbers), click on the text link above or the thumbnail image on the left.

Front Brake Pads

If you've been hearing a scraping, squeaking or screeching sound coming from the front end of your Versa when you step on the brake pedal, you probably need to change the front brake pads.

(The rear brakes are drum brakes that can last well over 100,000 miles since the front brakes are responsible for most of the braking force.)