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As the condition of all fluids is questionable and the compliancer probably didnt use high quality fluids, I changed them all. Use the best quality you can afford.

Brake fluid (If changing to a dot 5 you will need to flush the whole system or the rubbers will swell)

Coolant (Im running a water wetter with mine to improve the cooling properties)

Diff and gearbox oils (redline shockproof is the go for manual boxes so im told, if auto dont use anything but the recommended Nissan ATF)

Engine oil, grade 4 at least with good filter.

As the condition of all fluids is questionable and the compliancer probably didnt use high quality fluids, I changed them all. Use the best quality you can afford.

Brake fluid (If changing to a dot 5 you will need to flush the whole system or the rubbers will swell)

Coolant (Im running a water wetter with mine to improve the cooling properties)

Diff and gearbox oils (redline shockproof is the go for manual boxes so im told, if auto dont use anything but the recommended Nissan ATF)

Engine oil, grade 4 at least with good filter.

Oh thanks, I have already did a brake fluid flush last year when I change all my pads. I'm using Motul DOT 5. And as for the coolant, Green & clean. Do I have to flush it out yearly? So I guess I need to change the Diff and gearbox oil. Do I need to get special oil for those, or a good bottle of Motul Diff & Gearbox oil will do?

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