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Table of Contents Seats, restraints and supplemental air bag systems Instruments and controls Pre-driving checks and adjustments Heater, air conditioner and audio systems Starting and driving In case of emergency Appearance and care Do-it-yourself Maintenance Technical and consumer information Index 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11

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Table ofContents

Seats, restraints and supplemental air bag systems

Instruments and controls

Pre-driving checks and adjustments

Heater, air conditioner and audio systems

Starting and driving

In case of emergency

Appearance and care

Do-it-yourself

Maintenance

Technical and consumer information

Index

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Front bucket seats..................................................1-2Seat adjustment .....................................................1-2Tilting front bucket seat (King Cab modelsonly)........................................................................1-3Front 60/40 bench seats ........................................1-4Seat adjustment .....................................................1-4Tilting front 60/40 bench seat (King Cabmodels only) ...........................................................1-5Head restraints .......................................................1-6Front bench seat ....................................................1-7Seat adjustment......................................................1-7Tilting front bench seat...........................................1-8Tilting rear bench seat (Crew Cab modelsonly)........................................................................1-8Jump seats .............................................................1-9Supplemental restraint system (supplementalair bag system).....................................................1-10Supplemental air bag system ...............................1-13Passenger supplemental air bag on/off switchand light (except Crew Cab models) ...................1-15Warning labels......................................................1-18

Supplemental air bag warning light ......................1-18Seat belts .............................................................1-20Precautions on seat belt usage ...........................1-20Child safety...........................................................1-22Pregnant women ..................................................1-23Injured persons ....................................................1-23Three-point type with retractor .............................1-24Two-point type without retractor (center of60/40 bench seat) ................................................1-26Two-point type without retractor (jump seatand center of bench seat) ....................................1-27Seat belt extenders ..............................................1-29Seat belt maintenance .........................................1-30Child restraints ....................................................1-30Front facing installation on front passengerseat (three-point type with retractor)....................1-32Rear facing installation on front passengerseat (three-point type with retractor)....................1-35Top strap child restraint .......................................1-45

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WARNINGI Do not ride in a moving vehicle when

the seatback is reclined. This can bedangerous. The shoulder belt willnot be against your body. In an acci-dent you could be thrown into it andreceive neck or other serious inju-ries. You could also slide under thelap belt and receive serious internalinjuries.

I For most effective protection whenthe vehicle is in motion, the seatshould be upright. Always sit wellback in the seat and adjust the seatproperly. See ‘‘Precautions on SeatBelt Usage’’ later in this section.

SEAT ADJUSTMENTWARNING

I Do not adjust the driver’s seat whiledriving. The seat may move sud-denly and could cause loss of con-trol of the vehicle.

I After adjustment, gently rock in theseat to make sure it is securely locked.

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FRONT BUCKET SEATS

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Forward and backwardPull the lever up and hold it while you slidethe seat forward or backward to the desiredposition. Release the lever to lock the seatin position.

RecliningTo recline the seatback, pull the lever up andlean back. To bring the seatback forward,pull the lever up and lean your body forward.Release the lever to lock the seatback inposition.

TILTING FRONT BUCKET SEAT(King Cab models only)The front passenger’s seat can be tilted tomake it easier for jump seat passengers toget in and out.To tilt the seatback, pull the reclining leverup or push the tilt lever down. The seatautomatically moves forward.To return the seat, move the whole seat back-ward, then push the seatback up until it locks.

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WARNINGAfter adjustment, gently rock in theseat to make sure it is securely locked.

SEAT ADJUSTMENT

WARNING

I Do not adjust the driver’s seat whiledriving. The seat may move sud-denly and could cause loss of con-trol of the vehicle.

I After adjustment, gently rock in theseat to make sure it is securelylocked.

Forward and backwardPull the lever up while you slide the seatforward or backward to the desired position.Release the lever to lock the seat in posi-tion.

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FRONT 60/40 BENCH SEATS

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RecliningTo recline the seatback pull the lever up andlean back. To bring the seatback forward,pull the lever up and lean your body for-ward. The seatback moves forward. Re-lease the lever to lock the seatback inposition.

TILTING FRONT 60/40 BENCHSEAT (King Cab models only)The front passenger’s seat can be tilted tomake it easier for jump seat passengers toget in and out.

To tilt the seatback, pull the reclining leverup or push the tilt lever down. The seatautomatically moves forward.

To return the seat, move the whole seatbackward, then push the seatback up until itlocks.

WARNINGAfter adjustment, gently rock in theseat to make sure it is securely locked

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Pull down the armrest/storage compart-ment. Push the release button and lift thearmrest lid to the upright position to accessthe storage compartment and cup holder.

WARNING

Do not sit on the armrest. The armrestis not a seating surface. Using the arm-rest as a seating surface may causeserious injury in an accident.

HEAD RESTRAINTSTo raise the head restraint, pull it up. Tolower, push and hold the lock knob, thenpush the head restraint down.

WARNINGHead restraints should be adjustedproperly as they may provide signifi-cant protection against injury in an ac-cident. Do not remove them. Check theadjustment after someone else usesthe seat.

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Adjust the top of the head restraint evenwith the tops of your ears.

NOTE:

The head restraints on the bench seatare not adjustable.

SEAT ADJUSTMENT

WARNINGI Do not use a child restraint in the

center position of the front benchseat if the type of restraint usedinterferes with operation of the driv-ing controls.

I Do not adjust the bench seat whiledriving. The seat may move sud-denly and could cause loss of con-trol of the vehicle.

I After adjustment, gently rock in theseat to make sure it is securely locked.

Forward and BackwardPull the lever up and hold it while you slidethe seat forward or backward to the desiredposition. Release the lever to lock the seatin position.

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TILTING FRONT BENCH SEATThe bench seat can be tilted forward tomake it easier to remove the jacking toolsfrom the storage area.

To tilt the seatback, push the tilting leverdown, then pull the seatback forward.

WARNINGAfter adjustment, gently rock in theseat to make sure it is securely locked.

TILTING REAR BENCH SEAT(Crew Cab models only)The rear bench seat can be tilted to removethe jacking tools from the storage area.

To tilt the seat back, pull the strap up andpush the seat back forward.

WARNINGNever allow anyone to ride in the cargoarea or on the rear seat when it is in thefold-down position. Use of these areasby passengers without proper re-straints could result in serious injury inan accident or sudden stop.

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WARNINGI Do not use a child restraint in the

jump seats (King Cab model). Theseseats are not suitable for child re-straint installation.

I When folding the jump seat, be carefulnot to squeeze your finger betweenthe seat cushion and the body side.

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This supplemental restraint system sectioncontains important information concerningthe driver and passenger supplemental airbags. The supplemental restraint system airbags can help reduce impact force to thedriver and front passenger in certain frontalcollisions. The supplemental air bags aredesigned to supplement the crash protec-tion provided by the driver and front passen-ger seat belts and are not a substitute forthem. Seat belts should always be correctlyworn and the driver and front passengerseated a suitable distance away from thesteering wheel and instrument panel. See‘‘Seat belts’’ for instructions and precautionson seat belt usage later in this section.

The supplemental air bags operate onlywhen the ignition switch is in the ON orSTART position.

WARNINGI The supplemental air bags ordinarily

will not inflate in the event of a sideimpact, rear impact, roll over, orlower severity frontal collision. Al-ways wear your seat belts to helpreduce the risk or severity of injuryin various kinds of accidents.

I The seat belts and the supplementalair bags are most effective when youare sitting well back and upright inthe seat. Supplemental air bags in-flate with great force. If you are un-restrained, leaning forward, sittingsideways or out of position in anyway, you are at greater risk of injuryor death in a crash and may alsoreceive serious or fatal injuries fromthe supplemental air bag if you areup against it when it inflates. Alwayssit back against the seatback and as

far away as practical from the steer-ing wheel or instrument panel. Al-ways use the seat belts.

I Keep hands on the outside of thesteering wheel. Placing them insidethe steering wheel rim could increasethe risk that they are injured when thesupplemental air bag inflates.

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WARNINGI Never let children ride unrestrained.

Do not attempt to hold them in yourlap or arms. Some examples of dan-gerous riding positions are shown inthe previous illustrations.

I Children may be severely injured orkilled when the supplemental air baginflates if they are not properly re-strained.

I Never install a rear-facing child re-straint in the front seat of a modelequipped with a supplemental airbag ON/OFF switch unless you firstturn OFF the air bag. An inflatingsupplemental air bag could seri-ously injure or kill your child. See‘‘Child restraints’’ later in this sec-tion for details.

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The driver supplemental air bag is located inthe center of the steering wheel. The passen-ger supplemental air bag is located in the topright section of the instrument panel.

These systems are designed to meet optionalcertification requirements under U.S. regula-

tions. They are also permitted in Canada. Theoptional certification allows air bags to bedesigned to inflate somewhat less forcefullythan previously. However, all of the informa-tion, cautions and warnings in this manualstill apply and must be followed.

The supplemental air bag system is designedto inflate in higher severity frontal collisions,although it may inflate if the forces in anothertype of collision are similar to those of a higherseverity frontal impact. It may not inflate incertain frontal collisions. Vehicle damage (orlack of it) is not always an indication of propersupplemental air bag system operation.The front passenger supplemental air bag isequipped with an ON/OFF switch (exceptcrew cab models which have a rear seat forchild restraint installation). Because no rearseat exists where a rear facing child restraintcan be secured in other models, the switch isdesigned to turn OFF the passenger supple-mental air bag so that a rear facing childrestraint can be used in the front passengerseat. See ‘‘Passenger supplemental air bagON/OFF switch and light’’ later in this sectionfor details.When the supplemental air bag inflates, afairly loud noise may be heard, followed bythe release of smoke. This smoke is notharmful and does not indicate a fire, butcare should be taken not to intentionallyinhale it, as it may cause irritation andchoking. Those with a history of a breathingcondition should get fresh air promptly.The supplemental air bags, along with the use

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of the seat belts, helps to cushion the impactforce on the face and chest of the occupant. Itcan help save lives and reduce serious inju-ries. However, an inflating supplemental airbag may cause facial abrasions or other inju-ries. Supplemental air bags do not providerestraint to the lower body.Seat belts should be correctly worn and thedriver and passenger seated upright as faras practical away from the steering wheel orinstrument panel. Since the supplementalair bags inflate quickly in order to helpprotect the front occupants, the force of thesupplemental air bags inflating can increasethe risk of injury if the occupant is too closeto or against the supplemental air bag mod-ule during inflation.The supplemental air bags deflate quicklyafter a collision.The supplemental air bags operate onlywhen the ignition switch is in the ON orSTART position.

WARNINGI Do not place any objects on the

steering wheel pad or on the instru-ment panel. Also, do not place any

objects between any occupant andthe steering wheel or on the instru-ment panel. Such objects may be-come dangerous projectiles, andcause injury if the supplemental airbag inflates.

I Right after inflation, several supple-mental air bag system componentswill be hot. Do not touch them; youmay severely burn yourself.

I No unauthorized changes should bemade to any components or wiring ofthe supplemental air bag system. Thisis to prevent accidental inflation ofthe supplemental air bag or damageto the supplemental air bag system.

I Do not make unauthorized changes toyour vehicle’s electrical system, sus-pension system or front end structure.This could affect proper operation ofthe supplemental air bag system.

I Tampering with the supplemental airbag system may result in serious per-sonal injury. Tampering includeschanges to the steering wheel and theinstrument panel assembly, by plac-ing material over the steering wheel

pad and above the instrument panel,or by installing additional trim mate-rial around the supplemental air bag-system.

I Work around and on the supplemen-tal air bag system should be done byan authorized NISSAN dealer. Instal-lation of electrical equipment shouldalso be done by an authorized NIS-SAN dealer. The yellow Supplemen-tal Restraint System (SRS) wiringshould not be modified or discon-nected. Unauthorized electrical testequipment and probing devicesshould not be used on the supple-mental air bag system.

I SRS wiring harnesses are coveredwith yellow insulation either just be-fore the harness connectors or overthe complete harness for easy iden-tification.

When selling your vehicle, we request thatyou inform the buyer about the supplementalair bag system and guide the buyer to theappropriate sections in this owner’s manual.

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PASSENGER SUPPLEMENTALAIR BAG ON/OFF SWITCH ANDLIGHT (except Crew Cab models)

WARNINGAir bags and seat belts are designed towork as a unit. Do not switch the air bagOFF unless you meet federal govern-ment criteria. Switching off the air bagmay increase the risk of serious or fatalinjuries in a collision where the air bagwould have inflated.

In rare instances, some passengers areexposed to serious injury risks from inflatingair bags, especially if not properly re-strained. The U.S. and Canadian federalgovernments recognize other limited circum-stances in which an air bag could reducesafety. The passenger air bag ON/OFFswitch is, therefore, allowed in models with-out full rear seats. Because the overall ben-efits of air bags are great, in most situationsair bags should not be switched off unlessspecial government criteria exist.

The passenger air bag ON/OFF switch islocated in the center of the instrumentpanel, near the ashtray. It can be used to

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turn the passenger supplemental air bagOFF.

The ON/OFF switch should ONLY be usedto turn the passenger supplemental air bagOFF when the following government criteriaexists:

I Infants (less than 1 year old) in rearfacing child restraints MUST be placedin the front passenger seat.

I Children ages 1-12 years MUST beplaced in the front passenger seat.

I The passenger has a medical conditionwhich, according to a physician, causesthe air bag to pose a special risk andmakes the potential harm from the air-bag greater than the potential harmfrom turning off the air bag.

Seat belts and child restraints should al-ways be properly used. See “Precautionson seat belt usage” and “Child restraints”later in this section for details.

To turn the passenger supplemental air bagOFF, insert the ignition key in the passengersupplemental air bag ON/OFF switch andturn the switch clockwise to the OFF position.Then remove the key. When the ignition isturned to the ON or START position the

passenger air bag OFF indicator light willilluminate to indicate the air bag is OFF. Toturn the passenger supplemental air bag ON,insert the ignition key in the passengersupplemental air bag ON/OFF switch andturn the switch counter clockwise to the ONposition. Then remove the key. When theignition is turned to the ON or START posi-tion the passenger air bag OFF indicator lightwill illuminate for 7 seconds to indicate thesystem is working properly and then go out toindicate that the passenger supplemental airbag is ON.

When the switch is turned to the ON posi-tion, the passenger supplemental air bag isenabled and could inflate in a frontal colli-sion. When the switch is turned to the OFFposition, the passenger supplemental airbag is disabled and will not inflate in afrontal collision. The passenger supplemen-tal air bag OFF indicator light on the instru-ment panel illuminates when the passengersupplemental air bag ON/OFF switch isturned to the OFF position. The driver’s sidesupplemental air bag always remains en-abled and is not affected by the passengersupplemental air bag ON/OFF switch.

The passenger supplemental air bag light,

displaying OFF in the center of the instru-ment panel, monitors the position of thepassenger supplemental air bag ON/OFFswitch. When the ignition key is in the ON orSTART position, the light illuminates forabout 7 seconds and then turns off if the airbag is ON/OFF switch is in the ON position,or stays on if the passenger supplementalair bag ON/OFF switch is in the OFF posi-tion.

WARNINGI Do not switch the airbag OFF unless

you meet the federal government cri-teria outlined previously. This ve-hicle (except Crew Cab models) isequipped with seat belts with a ″loadlimiter ″ feature. The seat belts aredesigned to work with the air bags toreduce the risk of injury in a colli-sion. The seat belts are designed torelease additional belt webbing dur-ing some collisions to reduce theconcentration of force on the occu-pant’s chest area. In a collision withthe airbag turned OFF, the seat beltmay allow the occupant enough for-ward movement to incur serious orfatal injuries.

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I Keep the passenger supplementalair bag ON/OFF switch turned ONunless a rear-facing child restraintmust be used in the front seat, ifchildren ages 1-12 must be placed inthe front seat, or if the passengerhas a medical condition, which, ac-cording to a physician, causes theair bag to pose a special risk of harm(the federal government criteria). Ifthe switch is OFF, the air bag will notinflate in a collision as designed andthe extra protection provided by theair bag may be lost.

I Be sure to turn the passengersupplemental air bag ON/OFF switchOFF when using a rear facing childrestraint in the front passenger seat.If it is not OFF, the air bag may inflatein a collision. The force of the rapidlyinflating air bag could cause seriousinjury or kill the child in the childrestraint. Children ages 1-12 andpersons with special medical condi-tions may also be at risk from aninflating air bag.

I If the supplemental air bag warninglight located in the instrument panelnext to the speedometer comes onwhen the passenger supplementalair bag OFF light is also illuminated,something may be wrong with the airbag system. Infants, children ages1-12 or persons with special medicalconditions should not use the frontpassenger seat until the system ischecked by your NISSAN dealer.

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Warning labels about the supplemental airbag system are placed in the vehicle asshown in the illustration.

The supplemental air bag warning light,displaying in the instrument panel,monitors the circuits of the supplemental airbag system. The circuits monitored by thesupplemental air bag warning light are thediagnosis sensor unit, the supplemental airbag modules and all related wiring.

When the ignition key is in the ON or STARTposition, the supplemental air bag warninglight illuminates for about 7 seconds andthen turns off. This means the system isoperational.

If any of the following system conditionsoccur, the supplemental air bag system

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needs servicing and should be taken to anauthorized NISSAN dealer:

1. The supplemental air bag warning lightdoes not come on and remain on for 7seconds and then go off as described.

2. The supplemental air bag warning lightflashes intermittently or remains on.

3. The supplemental air bag warning lightdoes not come on at all.

Under these conditions, the SupplementalRestraint System (supplemental air bagsystem) may not function properly. It mustbe checked and repaired.

WARNING

If the supplemental air bag warninglight is on, it could mean that thesupplemental air bag system will notoperate in an accident.

Repair and replacement procedure

The supplemental air bag modules are de-signed to inflate on a one-time-only basis.As a reminder, unless it is damaged, thesupplemental air bag warning light remainsilluminated after inflation has occurred.Repair and replacement of the supplemen-tal air bag system should be done only byan authorized NISSAN dealer.

To ensure long-term functioning, thesupplemental air bag system must beinspected 10 years after the date ofmanufacture noted on the certificationlabel located on the driver side doorjamb pillar.

When maintenance work is required on thevehicle, the supplemental air bag systemand related parts should be pointed out tothe person conducting the maintenance. Theignition key must always be in the LOCK

position when working under the hood orinside the vehicle.

WARNINGI Once the supplemental air bag in-

flates, the supplemental air bagmodule will not function again andshould be replaced by an authorizedNISSAN dealer. The supplemental airbag module cannot be repaired.

I The supplemental air bag systemshould be inspected by an autho-rized NISSAN dealer if there is anydamage to the front end portion ofthe vehicle, or replaced if the supple-mental air bag has inflated.

I If you need to dispose of the supple-mental air bag or scrap the vehicle,contact an authorized NISSANdealer. Correct supplemental air bagdisposal procedures are set forth inthe appropriate NISSAN ServiceManual. Incorrect disposal proce-dures could cause personal injury.

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PRECAUTIONS ON SEAT BELTUSAGEYour chances of being injured in an accidentand/or the severity of injury may be greatlyreduced if you are wearing your seat beltand it is properly adjusted. NISSAN stronglyencourages you and all of your passengersto buckle up every time you drive, even ifyour seating position includes a supplemen-tal air bag.Most U.S. States and Canadian prov-inces or territories specify that seat beltsbe worn at all times when a vehicle isbeing driven.

WARNINGI Every person who drives or rides in

this vehicle should use a seat belt atall times. Children should be prop-erly restrained and, if appropriate, inchild restraints.

I The seat belt should be properly ad-justed to a snug fit. Failure to do somay reduce the effectiveness of theentire restraint system and increasethe chance or severity of injury in anaccident. Serious injury or death canoccur if the seat belt is not worn

properly.

I Always route the shoulder belt overyour shoulder and across yourchest. Never run the belt behind yourback, under your arm or across yourneck. The belt should be away fromyour face and neck, but not fallingoff your shoulder.

I Position the lap belt as low and snugas possible AROUND THE HIPS,NOT THE WAIST. A lap belt worn toohigh could increase the risk of inter-nal injuries in an accident.

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SEAT BELTS

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I Be sure the seat belt tongue is se-curely fastened to the proper buckle.

I Do not wear the seat belt inside outor twisted. Doing so may reduce itseffectiveness.

I Do not allow more than one personto use the same seat belt.

I Never carry more people in the ve-hicle than there are seat belts.

I Never allow anyone to ride in the cargoarea or in a slide-in camper or othertype cargo area cover while the vehicleis in motion. These areas do not con-tain seat belts. It is not designed forpassengers. They could be injured insudden braking or a collision.

I If the seat belt warning light glowscontinuously while the ignition isturned ON with all doors closed andall seat belts fastened, it may indi-cate a malfunction in the system.Have the system checked by an au-thorized NISSAN dealer.

I All seat belt assemblies includingretractors and attaching hardwareshould be inspected by an autho-rized NISSAN dealer after any colli-sion. NISSAN recommends that allseat belt assemblies in use during acollision be replaced unless the col-lision was minor and the belts showno damage and continue to operateproperly. Seat belt assemblies not inuse during a collision should also beinspected and replaced if either dam-age or improper operation is noted.

Pre-tensioner seat belt system(For front seats)

WARNINGI The pre-tensioner seat belt cannot

be reused after activation. It must bereplaced together with the retractorand buckle as a unit.

I If the vehicle becomes involved in afrontal collision but the pre-tensioner is not activated, be sure tohave the pre-tensioner systemchecked and, if necessary, replacedby your NISSAN dealer.

I No unauthorized changes should bemade to any components or wiringof the pre-tensioner seat belt sys-tem. This is to prevent accidentalactivation of the pre-tensioner seatbelt or damage to the pre-tensionerseat belt operation. Tampering withthe pre-tensioner seat belt systemmay result in serious personal in-jury.

I Work around and on the pre-tensioner system should be done byan authorized NISSAN dealer. Instal-

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lation of electrical equipment shouldalso be done by an authorized NIS-SAN dealer. Unauthorized electricaltest equipment and probing devicesshould not be used on the pre-tensioner seat belt system.

I If you need to dispose of the pre-tensioner or scrap the vehicle, con-tact an authorized NISSAN dealer.Correct pre-tensioner disposal pro-cedures are set forth in the appropri-ate NISSAN Service Manual. Incor-rect disposal procedures couldcause personal injury.

The front seat pre-tensioner seat belt sys-tem activates in conjunction with the supple-mental air bag. Working with the seat beltretractor, it helps tighten the seat belt theinstant the vehicle becomes involved incertain types of collisions.

The pre-tensioner is encased with the seatbelt’s retractor. These seat belts are usedthe same as conventional seat belts.

When the pre-tensioner seat belt activates,smoke is released and a loud noise may beheard. The smoke is not harmful, but care

should be taken not to intentionally inhale itas it may cause irritation and choking.

If any abnormality occurs in the pre-tensioner system, the seat belt warning light

will flash intermittently after the igni-tion key is turned to the ON or STARTposition. In this case, the pre-tensioner seatbelt will not function properly.

When selling your vehicle, we request thatyou inform the buyer about the pre-tensioner seat belt system and guide thebuyer to the appropriate sections in thisOwner’s Manual.

CHILD SAFETYChildren need adults to help protect them.They need to be properly restrained.

The proper restraint depends on thechild’s size. Generally, infants up toabout 1 year and less than 20 pounds (9kg) should be placed in rear facing childrestraints. Front facing child restraintsare available for children who outgrowrear facing child restraints.

WARNINGI Be sure to turn the passenger

supplemental air bag ON/OFF switchOFF when using a rear facing childrestraint in the front passenger seatin models so equipped. If it is notOFF, the air bag may inflate in acollision. The force of the rapidlyinflating air bag could cause seriousinjury or kill the child in the childrestraint. See ″Passenger supple-mental air bag ON/OFF switch andlight ″ earlier in this section.

I In crew cab models, never install arear facing child restraint in the frontpassenger seat. An inflating supple-mental air bag could seriously injureor kill your child. A rear facing childrestraint must only be used in therear seat.

I Do not install a child restraint in thejump seats (King Cab model). Theseseats are not suitable for child re-straint installation.

I Do not install a child restraint in thecenter position of the front bench-seat if the type of restraint used

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interferes with operation of the driv-ing controls.

I Infants and children need specialprotection. The vehicle’s seat belts-may not fit them properly. The shoul-der belt may come too close to the-face or neck. The lap belt may notfitover their small hip bones. In anaccident, an improperly fitting seatbeltcould cause serious or fatal in-jury. Always use appropriate childrestraints.

All U.S. states and Canadian provinces orterritories require the use of approved childrestraints for infants and small children. See‘‘Child restraints’’ later in this section formore information.In addition, there are many types of childrestraints available for larger children whichshould be used for maximum protection.

NISSAN recommends that all pre-teenchildren be restrained in the rear seat ifpossible. According to accident statis-tics, children are safer when properlyrestrained in the rear seat than in thefront seat.

This is especially important because

your vehicle has a supplemental re-straint system (Supplemental air bagsystem) for the front passenger (For pre-cautions, see ‘‘Supplemental restraintsystem’’ earlier in this section). Also, see‘‘Passenger air bag ON/OFF switch andlight’’ earlier in this section.

Infants and small children

NISSAN recommends that infants and smallchildren be seated in child restraints thatcomply with Federal Motor Vehicle SafetyStandards or Canadian Motor VehicleSafety Standards. You should choose achild restraint which fits your vehicle andalways follow the manufacturer’s instruc-tions for installation and use.

Larger childrenChildren who are too large for child re-straints should be seated and restrained bythe seat belts which are provided.

If the child’s seating position has a shoulderbelt that fits close to the face or neck, theuse of a booster seat (commercially avail-able) may help overcome this. The boosterseat should raise the child so the shoulderbelt is properly positioned across the top,middle portion of the shoulder and the lap

belt is low on the hips. The booster seatshould fit the vehicle seat and have a labelcertifying that it complies with Federal MotorVehicle Safety Standards or Canadian Mo-tor Vehicle Safety Standards. Once the childhas grown so the shoulder belt is no longeron or near the face and neck, use theshoulder belt without the booster seat.

WARNINGNever let a child stand or kneel on anyseat and do not allow a child in thecargo areas while the vehicle is mov-ing. The child could be seriously in-jured or killed in an accident or suddenstop.

PREGNANT WOMENNISSAN recommends that pregnant womenuse seat belts. Contact your doctor for spe-cific recommendations. The lap belt shouldbe worn snug and positioned as low aspossible around the hips, not the waist.

INJURED PERSONSNISSAN recommends that injured personsuse seat belts, depending on the injury.Check with your doctor for specific recom-mendations.

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THREE-POINT TYPE WITHRETRACTOR

WARNINGI Every person who drives or rides in

this vehicle should use a seat belt atall times. Children should be prop-erly restrained and, if appropriate, ina child restraint.

I Do not ride in a moving vehicle whenthe seatback is reclined. This can bedangerous. The shoulder belt will notbe against your body. In an accident

you could be thrown into it and re-ceive neck or other serious injuries.You could also slide under the lap beltand receive serious internal injuries.

I For most effective protection whenthe vehicle is in motion, the seatshould be upright. Always sit wellback in the seat and adjust the seatbelt properly.

Fastening the seat belt1. Adjust the seat.

2. Slowly pull the seat belt out of the retrac-tor and insert the tongue into the buckleuntil you hear and feel the latch engage.

The retractor is designed to lock duringa sudden stop or on impact. A slowpulling motion permits the seat belt tomove, and allows you some freedom ofmovement in the seat.

3. Position the lap belt portion low on thehips as shown.

4. Pull the shoulder belt portion toward theretractor to take up extra slack.

The front passenger seat belt has a cinch-ing mechanism for child restraint installa-tion. It is referred to as the automatic lockingmode.

When the cinching mechanism is activatedthe seat belt cannot be extracted again untilthe seat belt tongue is detached from thebuckle and the seat belt is fully retracted.

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See ‘‘Child restraints ’’ later in this section formore information.The automatic locking mode should beused only for child restraint installation.During normal seat belt use by a passen-ger, the locking mode should not beactivated. If it is activated it may causeuncomfortable seat belt tension.

Unfastening the seat beltTo unfasten the seat belt, press the buttonon the buckle. The seat belt automaticallyretracts.

Checking seat belt operationSeat belt retractors are designed to lockseat belt movement by two separate meth-ods:

1) When the seat belt is pulled quickly fromthe retractor.

2) When the vehicle slows down rapidly.

To increase your confidence in the seat

belts, check the operation as follows.

I Grasp the shoulder belt and pull quicklyforward. The retractor should lock andrestrict further belt movement.

If the retractor does not lock during thischeck, or if you have any questions aboutseat belt operation, see an authorizedNISSAN dealer.

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Shoulder belt height adjustment(front seats only)The shoulder belt anchor height should beadjusted to the position best for you. (See‘‘Precautions on seat belt usage’’ earlier inthis section.) To adjust, pull out on theadjustment button and move the shoulderbelt anchor to the desired position, so thebelt passes over the center of the shoulder.The belt should be away from your face andneck, but not falling off of your shoulder.Release the adjustment button to lock theshoulder belt anchor into position.

WARNINGI After adjustment, release the adjust-

ment button and try to move theshoulder belt anchor up and down tomake sure it is securely fixed inposition.

I The shoulder belt anchor heightshould be adjusted to the positionbest for you. Failure to do so mayreduce the effectiveness of the en-tire restraint system and increasethe chance or severity of injury in anaccident.

TWO-POINT TYPE WITHOUT RE-TRACTOR (Center of 60/40 benchseat)

WARNINGI Do not install a child restraint in the

center position of the front seat if thetype of restraint used interferes withoperation of the driving controls.

I Do not sit on the armrest. The arm-rest is not a seating surface. Us-ing the armrest as a seating surfacemay cause serious injury in an acci-dent.

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On 60/40 bench seat equipped models, thecenter seat belt buckle and tongue areidentified by the word CENTER. The centerseat belt tongue can only be fastened intothe center seat belt buckle.

Pull down and latch the armrest/storagecompartment lid and push up the arm restassembly to the upright position.

TWO-POINT TYPE WITHOUTRETRACTOR (Jump seat andcenter of bench seat)

WARNINGI Do not install a child restraint in the

jump seats (King Cab model). Theseseats are not suitable for child re-straint installation.

I Do not install a child restraint in thecenter position of the front benchseat if the type of restraint usedinterferes with operation of the driv-ing controls.

I Serious or fatal injury could occur.

Selecting the correct set of seatbeltsThe center seat belt buckle and tongue areidentified by by the word CENTER. Thecenter seat belt tongue can only be fas-tened into the center seat belt buckle.

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Fastening the seat belt1. Insert the tongue into the buckle until you

hear and feel the latch engage.

2. Tighten the belt by pulling the free end ofthe belt away from the tongue.

3. Position the lap belt low on the hips asillustrated.

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4. Loosen the belt by holding the tongue ata right angle to the belt, then pull on thebelt.

Unfastening the beltTo unfasten the belt, press the button on thebuckle.

SEAT BELT EXTENDERS

If, because of body size or driving position,it is not possible to properly fit the lap-shoulder belt and fasten it, an extender isavailable which is compatible with the in-stalled seat belts. The extender adds ap-proximately 8 inches (200 mm) of lengthand may be used for either the driver or frontpassenger seating position. See an autho-rized NISSAN dealer for assistance if theextender is required.

WARNING

I Only NISSAN seat belt extenders,made by the same company whichmade the original equipment seatbelts, should be used with NISSANseat belts.

I Persons who can use the standardseat belt should not use an extender.Such unnecessary use could resultin serious personal injury in theevent of an accident.

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SEAT BELT MAINTENANCEI To clean the seat belt webbings, apply

a mild soap solution or any solutionrecommended for cleaning upholstery orcarpet. Then wipe with a cloth and allowthe seat belts to dry in the shade. Do notallow the seat belts to retract until theyare completely dry.

I If dirt builds up in the shoulder beltguide of the seat belt anchors, the seatbelts may retract slowly. Wipe the shoul-der belt guide with a clean, dry cloth.

I Periodically check to see that the seatbelt and the metal components, suchas buckles, tongues, retractors, flexiblewires and anchors, work properly. Ifloose parts, deterioration, cuts or otherdamage on the webbing is found, theentire seat belt assembly should be re-placed.

WARNINGI Infants and small children should

always be placed in an appropriatechild restraint while riding in the ve-hicle. Failure to use a child restraintcan result in serious injury or death.

I Infants and small children shouldnever be carried on your lap. It is notpossible for even the strongest adultto resist the forces of a severe acci-dent. The child could be crushedbetween the adult and parts of thevehicle. Also, do not put the same

seat belt around both your child andyourself.

I In crew cab models, never install arear facing child restraint in the frontpassenger seat. An inflating supple-mental air bag could seriously injureor kill your child. A rear facing childrestraint must only be used in therear seat.

I Never install a rear-facing child re-straint in the front seat of a modelequipped with a supplemental airbag ON/OFF switch unless you firstturn OFF the air bag. An inflating airbag could seriously injure or killyour child. See ‘‘Passenger supple-mental air bag ON/OFF switch andlight’’ earlier in this section.

I An improperly installed child re-straint could lead to serious injury ordeath in an accident.

I In general, child restraints are de-signed to be installed with a lap beltor the lap portion of a three-pointtype seat belt.

I Nissan recommends that the childrestraint be installed in the rear seat.

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According to accident statistics,children are safer when properly re-strained in the rear seat than in the-front seat.

Child restraints for infants and small chil-dren of various sizes are offered by severalmanufacturers. When selecting any childrestraint, keep the following points in mind:1) Choose only a restraint with a label cer-

tifying that it complies with Federal MotorVehicle Safety Standard 213 or Cana-dian Motor Vehicle Safety Standard 213.

2) Check the child restraint in your vehicleto be sure it is compatible with the vehi-cle’s seat and seat belt system. Choosea child restraint that meets the guidelinesof the Society of Automotive Engineersrecommended practice J1819 for childrestraint installation.

3) If the child restraint is compatible withyour vehicle, place your child in the childrestraint and check the various adjust-ments to be sure the child restraint iscompatible with your child. Always followall of the recommended procedures.

All U.S. states and provinces of Canadarequire that infants and small children be

restrained in an approved child restraintat all times while the vehicle is beingoperated.

WARNINGI Do not install a child restraint in the

jump seats (King Cab model). Theseseats are not suitable for child re-straint installation.

I Do not install a child restraint in thecenter position of the front benchseat if the type of restraint usedinterferes with operation of the driv-ing controls.

I Improper use of a child restraint canresult in increased injuries for boththe infant or child and other occu-pants in the vehicle.

I Follow all of the child restraintmanufacturer’s instructions for in-stallation and use. When purchasinga child restraint, be sure to selectone which will fit your child andvehicle. It may not be possible toproperly install some types of childrestraints in your vehicle.

I If the child restraint is not anchoredproperly, the risk of a child beinginjured in a collision or a suddenstop greatly increases.

I Adjustable seatbacks should be po-sitioned to fit the child restraint, butas upright as possible.

I After attaching the child restraint,test it before you place the child in it.Tilt it from side to side. Try to tug itforward and check to see if the beltholds the restraint in place. If therestraint is not secure, tighten thebelt as necessary or put the restraintin another seat and test it again.

I For a front facing child restraint, ifthe seat position where it is installedhas a 3-point type lap/shoulder belt,check to make sure the shoulder beltdoes not go in front of the child’sface or neck. If it does, put the shoul-der belt behind the child restraint. Ifyou must install a front-facing childrestraint in the front seat, see ″Instal-lation on front passenger seat ″ laterin this section for details.

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I When your child restraint is not inuse, keep it secured with a seat beltto prevent it from being thrownaround in case of a sudden stop oraccident.

CAUTIONRemember that a child restraint left in aclosed vehicle can become very hot.Check the seating surface and bucklesbefore placing your child in the childrestraint.

FRONT FACING INSTALLATIONON FRONT PASSENGER SEAT(Three-point type with retractor)

WARNINGI If so equipped, keep the passenger

supplemental air bag ON/OFF switchturned ON unless a rear-facing childrestraint is used in the front seat. Ifthe switch is OFF, the air bag will notinflate in a collision as designed.

I NISSAN recommends that child re-straints be installed in the rear seat.However, if you must install aforward-facing child restrain in thefront passenger seat, move the pas-senger seat to the rear most posi-tion.

I Never install a rear facing child re-straint in the front seating positionof crew cab models. Install a rearfacing child restraint in the rear seatonly. The force of the inflating airbag could cause serious injury or killthe child in the child restraint.

I The three-point belt in your vehicleis equipped with a locking mode re-tractor which must be used wheninstalling a child restraint.

I Failure to use the retractor’s lockingmode will result in the child restraintnot being properly secured. The re-straint could tip over or otherwise beunsecured and cause injury to thechild in a sudden stop or collision.

I If the supplemental air bag warninglight located in the instrument panel

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next to the speedometer comes on-when the passenger supplemental airbag OFF indicator light is also illumi-nated, something may be wrong withthe supplemental air bag system. Donot use a child restraint in the frontpassenger seat until the system ischecked by your NISSAN dealer.

If you choose to install a child restraint in thefront seat, follow these steps:

1. Position the child restraint on the frontpassenger seat. Move the seat to therear most position. Always follow therestraint manufacturer’s instructions.

2. Route the seat belt tongue through thechild restraint and insert the belt tongueinto the buckle until you hear and feel thelatch engage. Be sure to follow the childrestraint manufacturer’s instructions forbelt routing.

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3. Pull on the shoulder belt until all of thebelt is fully extended. At this time, theretractor is in the automatic locking mode(child restraint mode). It reverts back toemergency locking mode when the belt isfully retracted.

4. Allow the belt to retract. Pull up on thebelt to remove any slack in the belt.

5. Before placing the child in the child re-straint, use force to tilt the child restraintfrom side to side, and tug it forward tomake sure it is securely held in place.

6. Check that the retractor is in the auto-matic locking mode by trying to pull morebelt out of the retractor. If you cannot pullany more belt webbing out of the retrac-tor, the retractor is in the automatic lock-ing mode.

7. Check to make sure the child restraint isproperly secured prior to each use. If thebelt is not locked, repeat steps threethrough six.

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After the child restraint is removed and theseat belt is fully retracted, the automaticlocking mode (child restraint mode) is can-celed.

REAR FACING INSTALLATIONON FRONT PASSENGER SEAT(Three-point type with retractor,except Crew Cab models)

WARNINGI Never install a rear facing child re-

straint in the front seating positionof crew cab models. Install a rearfacing child restraint in the rear seatonly. The force of the inflating airbag could cause serious injury or killthe child in the child restraint.

I If so equipped, keep the passengersupplemental air bag ON/OFF switchturned ON unless a rear-facing childrestraint is used in the front seat. Ifthe switch is OFF, the air bag will notinflate in a collision as designed.

I Be sure to turn the passengersupplemental air bag ON/OFF switchOFF when using a rear facing childrestraint in the front passenger seat.If it is not OFF, the air bag mayinflatein a collision. The force oftherapidly inflating air bag couldcauseserious injury or kill the child

in the child restraint. See ‘‘Passen-ger supplemental air bag ON/OFFswitch and light’’ earlier in this sec-tion.

I If the supplemental air bag warninglight located in the instrument panelnext to the speedometer comes onwhen the passenger supplemental airbag OFF indicator light is also illumi-nated, something may be wrong withthe air bag system. Do not use a childrestraint in the front passenger seatuntil the system is checked by yourNISSAN dealer.

I The passenger three-point seat beltis equipped with an automatic lock-ing mode retractor which must beused when installing a child re-straint.

I Failure to use the automatic lockingmode will result in the child restraintnot being properly secured. The re-straint could tip over or otherwise beunsecured and cause injury to thechild in a sudden stop or collision.

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If you choose to install a child restraint,follow these steps:

1. Position the child restraint on the frontpassenger seat. Always follow the re-straint manufacturer’s instructions.

2. Route the seat belt tongue through thechild restraint and insert the belt tongueinto the buckle until you hear and feel thelatch engage. Be sure to follow the childrestraint manufacturer’s instructions forbelt routing.

3. Pull on the shoulder belt until all of thebelt is fully extended. At this time, the beltretractor is in the automatic locking mode(child restraint mode). It reverts back toemergency locking mode when the belt isfully retracted.

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4. Allow the belt to retract. Pull up on thebelt to remove any slack in the belt.

5. Before placing the child in the child re-straint, use force to tilt the child restraintfrom side to side, and tug it forward tomake sure it is securly held in place.

6. Ensure the retractor is in the automaticlocking mode by trying to pull more beltout of the retractor. If you cannot pull anymore belt webbing out of the retractor,the retractor is in the automatic lockingmode.

7. Check to make sure the child restraint isproperly secured prior to each use. If thelap belt is not locked, repeat steps threethrough six.

After the child restraint is removed and theseat belt is fully retracted the automaticlocking mode (child restraint mode) is can-celed.

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FRONT FACING INSTALLATIONAT REAR BENCH SEAT CENTERPOSITION (Crew Cab modelsonly)When you install a child restraint in the rearcenter seat, follow these steps:

1. Position the child restraint on the seat asillustrated. Always follow the restraintmanufacturer’s instructions.

2. Route the seat belt tongue through thechild restraint and insert it into the buckleuntil you hear and feel the latch engage.

Be sure to follow the child restraint manu-facturer’s instructions for belt routing.

3. Remove all slack in the lap belt for a verytight fit by pulling forcefully on the lap beltadjustment.

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4. Before placing the child in the child re-straint, use force to tilt the child restraintfrom side to side, and tug it forward tomake sure it is securely in place.

5. If it is not secure, try to tighten the beltagain, or put the restraint in another seat.

6. Check to make sure the child restraint isproperly secured prior to each use.

REAR FACING INSTALLATION ATREAR BENCH SEAT CENTERPOSITION (Crew Cab modelsonly)When you install a child restraint in the rearcenter seat, follow these steps:

1. Position the child restraint on the seat asillustrated. Always follow the restraintmanufacturer’s instructions.

2. Route the seat belt tongue through thechild restraint and insert it into the buckleuntil you hear and feel the latch engage.

Be sure to follow the child restraint manu-facturer’s instructions for belt routing.

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3. Remove all slack in the lap belt for a verytight fit by pulling forcefully on the lap beltadjustment.

4. Before placing the child in the child re-straint, use force to tilt the child restraintfrom side to side, and tug it forward tomake sure it is securely in place.

5. If it is not secure, try to tighten the beltagain, or put the restraint in another seat.

6. Check to make sure the child restraint isproperly secured prior to each use.

FRONT FACING INSTALLATIONAT REAR BENCH SEAT OUT-BOARD POSITIONS (Crew Cabmodels only)

WARNINGI The three-point belt in your vehicle

is equipped with an automatic lock-ing mode retractor which must beused when installing a child re-straint.

I Failure to use the retractor’s lockingmode will result in the child restraintnot being properly secured. The re-straint could tip over or otherwise beunsecured and cause injury to thechild in a sudden stop or collision.

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When you install a child restraint in a rearoutboard seat, follow these steps:

1. Position the child restraint on the seat.Always follow the restraint manufactur-er’s instructions.

2. Route the seat belt tongue through thechild restraint and insert it into the buckleuntil you hear and feel the latch engage.

Be sure to follow the child restraint manu-facturer’s instructions for belt routing.

3. Pull on the shoulder belt until all of thebelt is fully extended. At this time, the beltretractor is in the automatic locking mode(child restraint mode). It reverts back toemergency locking mode when the belt isfully retracted.

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4. Allow the belt to retract. Pull up on theshoulder belt to remove any slack in thebelt.

If necessary to ensure the child re-straint is secure, pull the shoulder beltthrough the seat belt tongue beyondthe stitching in the belt.

After the seat belt is fully retracted andthe child restraint is removed from theseat, the stitching on the shoulder beltcan be pulled back through the seat belttongue. The stitching locates the seatbelt tongue near the top of the seat backfor easy access for rear seat passengers.

5. Before placing the child in the child re-straint, use force to tilt the child restraintfrom side to side, and tug it forward tomake sure it is securely held in place.

6. Check that the retractor is in the auto-matic locking mode by trying to pull morebelt out of the retractor. If you cannot pullany more belt webbing out of the retrac-tor, the retractor is in the automatic lock-ing mode.

7. Check to make sure the child restraint isproperly secured prior to each use. If thebelt is not locked, repeat steps 3 through6.

After the child restraint is removed and theseat belt is fully retracted the automaticlocking mode (child restraint mode) is can-celed.

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REAR FACING INSTALLATION ATREAR BENCH SEAT OUTBOARDPOSITIONS (Crew Cab modelsonly)

WARNINGI The three-point belt in your vehicle

is equipped with an automatic lock-ing mode retractor which must beused when installing a child re-straint.

I Failure to use the retractor’s lockingmode will result in the child restraintnot being properly secured. The seatcould tip over or otherwise be unse-cured and cause injury to the child ina sudden stop or collision.

When you install a child restraint in a rearoutboard seat, follow these steps:

1. Position the child restraint on the seat.Always follow the restraint manufactur-er’s instructions.

2. Route the seat belt tongue through thechild restraint and insert it into the buckleuntil you hear and feel it engage.

Be sure to follow the child restraint manu-facturer’s instructions for belt routing.

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3. Pull on the shoulder belt until all of thebelt is fully extended. At this time, the beltretractor is in the automatic locking mode(child restraint mode). It reverts back toemergency locking mode when the belt isfully retracted.

4. Allow the belt to retract. Pull up on theshoulder belt to remove any slack in thebelt.

If necessary to ensure the child re-straint is secure, pull the shoulder beltthrough the seat belt tongue beyondthe stitching in the belt.

After the seat belt is fully retracted andthe child restraint is removed from theseat, the stitching on the shoulder beltcan be pulled back through the seat belttongue. This stitching locates the seatbelt tongue near the top of the seat backfor easy access for rear seat passengers.

5. Before placing the child in the child re-straint, use force to tilt the child restraintfrom side to side, and tug it forward tomake sure it is securely held in place.

6. Check that the retractor is in the auto-matic locking mode by trying to pull morebelt out of the retractor. If you cannot pullany more belt webbing out of the retrac-tor, the retractor is in the automatic lock-ing mode.

7. Check to make sure the child restraint isproperly secured prior to each use. If thebelt is not locked, repeat steps 3 through6.

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After the child restraint is removed and theseat belt is fully retracted the automaticlocking mode (child restraint mode) is can-celed.

TOP STRAP CHILD RESTRAINTIf your child restraint has a top strap, installthe anchor bracket to a provided anchorpoint. Anchor bracket hardware must beinstalled. The top strap anchor bracket hard-ware is available through an authorizedNISSAN dealer.

Part # 88894-89900*

*: Always check with the Parts Departmentat an authorized NISSAN dealer for thelatest parts information.

Secure the child restraint with the three-point seat belt or with the center lap belt

(rear seat of Crew Cab models) and latchthe top strap hook onto the appropriateanchor bracket. Make sure the shoulder beltis placed between the seat back and childrestraint. To install the anchor bracket, ametric bolt of the dimensions listed belowmust be used.

Bolt diameter: 8.0 mmBolt length: at least 1.18 in (30 mm)Thread pitch: 1.25 mm

Secure the top strap to the attaching boltwhich provides the straightest installation ofthe top strap.

WARNINGI Do not install a child restraint in the

center position of the front benchseat if the type of restraint usedinterferes with operation of the driv-ing controls.

I Child restraint anchor points are de-signed to withstand only those loadsimposed by correctly fitted child re-straints. Under no circumstances isit to be used for adult seat belts orharnesses.

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Anchor point locations

Anchor points are located under the rearwindow. The back panel carpet is perforatedto allow access to the anchor points.

An authorized NISSAN dealer can assistyou with the installation of your child re-strain.

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2 Instruments and controls

Meters and gauges ................................................2-2Speedometer and odometer ..................................2-3Tachometer ............................................................2-5Engine coolant temperature gauge........................2-5Fuel gauge .............................................................2-6Warning/indicator lights and chimes ......................2-8Theft warning (if so equipped) .............................2-14Headlight and turn signal switch ..........................2-16Daytime running light system (Canada only) .......2-16Front fog light switch (if so equipped)..................2-17Windshield wiper and washer switch ...................2-17Instrument brightness control...............................2-18Hazard warning flasher switch .............................2-19

Cigarette lighter (accessory) and ash tray ...........2-19Power point (if so equipped) ................................2-20Storage compartment (Crew Cab modelsonly)......................................................................2-21Cup holder (if so equipped) .................................2-21Dome light and cargo light ...................................2-22Map lights (if so equipped)...................................2-23Manual windows...................................................2-23Power windows (if so equipped) ..........................2-24Automatic power window switch ..........................2-25Rear sliding window (if so equipped)...................2-25Sunroof (if so equipped).......................................2-25

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SpeedometerThe speedometer indicates vehicle speed inmiles per hour (MPH) and kilometers perhour (Km/H).

OdometerThe odometer records the total distance thevehicle has been driven.

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Trip odometerThe trip odometer records the distance ofindividual trips. Before each trip reset thetrip odometer.

Push the reset knob to change the displayas follows:ODO (odometer),TRIP A,TRIP B,ODO.

Push and hold the reset knob for more than1 second to reset either trip odometer.

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The tachometer indicates engine speed inrevolutions per minute (r/min).

CAUTIONWhen engine speed approaches thered zone, shift to a higher gear. Operat-ing the engine in the red zone maycause serious engine damage.

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TACHOMETER ENGINE COOLANTTEMPERATURE GAUGE

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The gauge indicates the engine coolanttemperature.

The engine coolant temperature varies withthe outside air temperature and driving con-ditions.

CAUTIONIf the gauge indicates engine coolanttemperature over the normal range,stop the vehicle as soon as safely pos-sible. If the engine is overheated, con-tinued operation of the vehicle mayseriously damage the engine. See the‘‘In case of emergency’’ section for im-mediate action required.

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The gauge indicates the APPROXIMATEfuel level in the tank.

The gauge may move slightly during brak-ing, turning, acceleration, or going up ordown hills.

The gauge needle is designed to hold itsposition when the ignition key is turned OFF.

Refill the fuel tank before the gaugeregisters E (Empty).

CAUTION

I If the vehicle runs out of fuel, themalfunction indicator lamp

(MIL) may come on. Refuel as soonas possible. After a few driving trips,the lamp should turn off. If thelamp remains on after a few drivingtrips, have the vehicle inspected byan authorized NISSAN dealer.

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Turn signal/hazard indicator lights Low fuel warning light or Anti-lock brake warninglight

or Brake warning lightLow washer fluid warning light(Canada only)

Supplemental air bag warning light

High beam indicator light4-wheel drive indicator light( model)

Passenger supplemental air bagOFF indicator light (except crew cabmodels)

Seat belt reminder light and chimeCruise indicator light(if so equipped)

Automatic transmission park warninglight ( model)

Engine oil pressure warning lightOverdrive off indicator light(automatic transmission only)

Automatic transmission oil temperaturewarning light ( model)

Charge warning light Malfunction indicator lamp (MIL)Door open warning light (if soequipped)

Checking bulbsApply the parking brake and turn the ignitionkey to ON without starting the engine. Thefollowing lights come on:

, , , or , ,

If the driver side seat belt is fastened thelight will not come on.

The following lights come on briefly andthen go off:

or ,

If any light fails to come on, it may indicatea burned-out bulb or an open circuit in theelectrical system. Have the system repairedpromptly.

WARNING/INDICATOR LIGHTSAND CHIMES

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Turn signal/hazard indicatorlights

These lights flash when the turn signalswitch or hazard switch is turned on.

or Brake warninglight

This light functions for both the parkingbrake and the foot brake systems.

When the ignition key is in the ON position,the light comes on when the parking brakeis applied and also warns of a low brakefluid level. If the light comes on while theengine is running with the parking brake notapplied, stop the vehicle and perform thefollowing:

1. Check the brake fluid level. Add brake fluidas necessary. See ‘‘Brake and clutch fluid’’in the ‘‘Do-it-yourself’’ section of thismanual.

2. If the brake fluid level is correct, have thewarning system checked by an autho-rized NISSAN dealer.

WARNINGI Your brake system may not be work-

ing properly if the warning light is on.Driving could be dangerous. If youjudge it to be safe, drive carefully tothe nearest service station for repairs.Otherwise have your vehicle towedbecause driving it could be danger-ous.

I Pressing the brake pedal with theengine stopped and/or low brakefluid level may increase your stop-ping distance and require greaterpedal effort as well as pedal travel.

I If the brake fluid level is below theMINIMUM or MIN mark on the brakefluid reservoir, do not drive until thebrake system has been checked atan authorized NISSAN dealer.

High beam indicator light

This blue light comes on when the headlighthigh beams are on and goes out when thelow beams are selected.

The high beam indicator light also comes onwhen the passing signal is activated.

Seat belt warning light andchime

The light and chime remind you to fastenyour seat belts. If the driver’s seat belt isNOT securely fastened when the ignitionkey is turned to ON or START, the chimesounds five times and the light illuminates.

Supplemental air bagwarning light

When the ignition key is in the ON or STARTposition, the supplemental air bag warninglight illuminates for about 7 seconds andthen turns off. This means the system isoperational.

If any of the following conditions occur, thesupplemental restraint system needs ser-vicing and your vehicle must be taken to anauthorized authorized NISSAN dealer:

1. The supplemental air bag warning lightdoes not come on and remain on for 7seconds and then go off as describedabove.

2. The supplemental air bag warning lightflashes intermittently or remains on.

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3. The supplemental air bag warning lightdoes not come on at all.

Unless checked and repaired, the supplemen-tal restraint system may not function properly.For additional details on the Supplementalrestraint system (Supplemental air bag sys-tem), see the ‘‘Seats, restraints and supple-mental air bag systems’’ section of thismanual

WARNING

If the supplemental air bag warninglight is on, it could mean that thesupplemental air bag will not operate inan accident.

Passenger supplemental airbag OFF indicator light (ex-cept Crew Cab models)

The passenger supplemental air bag isequipped with an ON/OFF switch. Theswitch is located in the center of the instru-ment panel, near the ashtray. When theswitch is turned to the ON position, thepassenger supplemental air bag is enabledand could inflate in a frontal collision. Whenthe switch is turned to the OFF position, the

passenger supplemental air bag is disabledand will not inflate in a frontal collision. Thepassenger supplemental air bag OFF indi-cator light on the instrument panel illumi-nates when the passenger supplemental airbag ON/OFF switch is turned to the OFFposition. The driver’s side supplemental airbag always remains enabled and is notaffected by the passenger supplemental airbag ON/OFF switch. The key for the pas-senger supplemental air bag ON/OFFswitch should not be left in the switch.Remove the key after turning the switch inthe desired position. Do not leave a key inthe switch. See “Passenger supplementalair bag ON/OFF switch and light” in the″Seats, restraints and supplemental air bagsystems″ section for details.

Engine oil pressure warninglight

This light warns of low engine oil pressure. Ifthe light flickers or comes on during normaldriving, pull off the road in a safe area, stopthe engine immediately and call an autho-rized NISSAN dealer.

The oil pressure warning light is notdesigned to indicate a low oil level. Usethe dipstick to check the oil level. See

‘‘Engine oil’’ in the ‘‘Do-it-yourself’’ sectionof this manual.

CAUTION

Running the engine with the oil pres-sure warning light on could cause seri-ous damage to the engine almost im-mediately. Turn off the engine as soonas it is safe to do so.

Charge warning light

If this light comes on while the engine isrunning, it may indicate a problem with thecharging system. Turn the engine off andcheck the generator belt. If the belt is loose,broken, missing or if the light remains on, seean authorized NISSAN dealer immediately.

CAUTION

Do not continue driving if the belt isloose, broken or missing.

Low fuel warning lightThis light comes on when the fuel in the tankis low. Refuel as soon as it is convenient,preferably before the fuel gauge reaches E(Empty).

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There will be a small reserve of fuelremaining in the tank when the fuelgauge needle reaches E (Empty).

Door open warning light (ifso equipped)

This light comes on when any of the doorsare not closed securely while the ignitionkey is in the ON position.

Low washer fluid warninglight (Canada only)

This light comes on when the washer tankfluid is at a low level. Add washer fluid asnecessary. See ‘‘Window washer fluid’’ inthe ‘‘Do-it-yourself’’ section of this manual.

4-wheel drive indicator lightThis light comes on when the transfer shiftcontrol lever is in the 4H or 4L position.

WARNINGI When parking always make sure the

transfer control lever is in the 2H, 4Hor 4L position and the parking brakeis applied.

I Failure to engage the transfer con-

trol lever in 2H, 4H or 4L could resultin the vehicle moving unexpectedly,which could cause serious personalinjury or property damage.

Automatic transmission parkwarning light ( model)

This light indicates that the automatic trans-mission parking function is not engaged. Ifthe transfer control lever is not secured inany drive position while the automatic trans-mission selector lever is in the P (Park)position, the transmission will disengageand the vehicle may move unexpectedly.

Shift the transfer control lever into the 2H,4H, or 4L position when the warning lightcomes on.

I When parking, always make sure that thetransfer control lever is in 2H, 4H, or 4Land the parking brake is set.

I If the ATP light is ON, this indicates thatthe automatic transmission P (Park) po-sition will not function and the transferlever is in the N (Neutral) position.

I Failure to engage the transfer controllever in 2H, 4H, or 4L could result in the

vehicle moving unexpectedly, resulting inserious personal injury or property dam-age.

WARNING

I If the ATP light is ON, this indicatesthat the automatic transmission P(Park) position will not function andthe transfer control shift lever is inthe N (Neutral) position.

Automatic transmission oiltemperature warning light( model)

This light comes on when the automatictransmission oil temperature is too high. Ifthe light comes on while driving, reduce thevehicle speed as soon as safely possibleuntil the light turns off.

CAUTION

Continued vehicle operation when theA/T oil temperature warning light is onmay damage the automatic transmis-sion.

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Cruise indicator light (if soequipped)

This light comes on while the vehicle speedis controlled by the cruise control system. Ifthe CRUISE indicator blinks, have the sys-tem checked by an authorized NISSANdealer.

or Anti-lock brake warn-ing light

If the light comes on while the engine isrunning, it may indicate a potential problemwith the anti-lock brake system. Have thesystem checked by an authorized NISSANdealer.

If an abnormality occurs in the system, theanti-lock function ceases but the ordinarybrakes continue to operate normally.

If the light comes on while you are driving,contact an authorized NISSAN dealer forrepair.

Overdrive off indicator light(automatic transmissiononly)

This light comes on when the overdriveswitch is pushed to the OFF position.

Key reminder chimeThe chime sounds when the driver’s door isopened and the key is left in the ignitionswitch. Take the ignition key when you leavethe vehicle.

Light reminder chimeA chime sounds if the driver’s door isopened with the headlight switch on unlessthe ignition key is in the ON position. Turnthe headlight switch off when you leave thevehicle.

Brake pad wear warningThe disc brake pads have audible wearwarnings. When a brake pad requires re-placement, it makes a high pitched scrapingsound when the vehicle is in motion whetheror not the brake pedal is depressed. Havethe brakes checked as soon as possible ifthe warning sound is heard.

Malfunction indicator lamp(MIL)

If the malfunction indicator lamp comes onsteady or blinks while the engine is running,it may indicate a potential emission controlproblem.

The malfunction indicator lamp may alsocome on steady if the fuel filler cap is looseor missing, or if the vehicle runs out of fuel.Check to make sure the fuel filler cap isinstalled and closed tightly, and that thevehicle has at least three gallons of fuel inthe fuel tank.

After a few driving trips, the lampshould turn off if no other potential emissioncontrol system problem exists.

OperationThe malfunction indicator lamp will come onin one of two ways:

I Malfunction indicator lamp on steady −An emission control system malfunctionhas been detected. Check the fuel fillercap. If the fuel filler cap is loose ormissing, tighten or install the cap andcontinue to drive the vehicle. The

lamp should turn off after a fewdriving trips. If the lamp does notturn off after a few driving trips, have thevehicle inspected by an authorized NIS-SAN dealer. You do not need to haveyour vehicle towed to the dealer.

I Malfunction indicator light blinking − Anengine misfire has been detected which

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may damage the emission control sys-tem. To reduce or avoid emission controlsystem damage:

I do not drive at speeds above 45 MPH(72 km/h).

I avoid hard acceleration or deceleration.I avoid steep uphill grades.I if possible, reduce the amount of cargo

being hauled or towed.

The malfunction indicator lamp may stopblinking and come on steady.

Have the vehicle inspected by an autho-rized NISSAN dealer. You do not need tohave your vehicle towed to the dealer.

CAUTION

Continued vehicle operation withouthaving the emission control systemchecked and repaired as necessarycould lead to poor driveability, reducedfuel economy, and possible damage tothe emission control system.

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The theft warning system provides visualand audio alarm signals if parts of thevehicle are disturbed.

How to activate the theft warningsystem

1. Close all windows.

2. Remove the key from the ignition switch.

3. Close the hood and all doors.

4. Push the button on the multi-remote controller. All doors lock. Thehazard lights flash twice and the horn

beeps once to indicate all doors arelocked.

I When the button is pushed with alldoors locked, the hazard lights flash twiceand the horn beeps once as a reminder thatthe doors are already locked. The horn mayor may not beep once. Refer to ‘‘silencingthe horn beep feature’’ later in this section.

The system can be activated even if thewindows are open.

5. Confirm that the SECURITY indicatorlight comes on. The SECURITY lightglows for about 30 seconds and thenbegins to flash once every three seconds.The system is now activated. If, duringthis 30 second time period, a door isunlocked by the key or the multi-remotecontroller, or the ignition key is turned toACC or ON, the system will not activate.

I If the key is turned slowly when lock-ing the door, the system may not acti-vate. Furthermore, if the key is turnedexcessively to the unlock position, thesystem may be deactivated when thekey is removed. If the indicator lightfails to glow for 30 seconds, unlockthe door once and lock it again.

I Even when the driver and/or passen-gers are in the vehicle, the system willactivate with doors, and hood lockedand with the ignition key in the OFFposition. Turn the ignition key to ACCor ON to turn the system off.

The theft warning system is NOT activated ifone of the following occurs:

I A door is unlocked or the ignition key isturned to the ACC or ON position duringthe 30 seconds in which the SECURITYlight stays on.

I The SECURITY light blinks at a steady1/2 second on - 1/2 second off rate (adoor, or the hood is open and the key isnot in the ACC or ON position). When theignition key is turned to the ACC or ONposition, the SECURITY light turns off.

Theft warning system operationThe theft warning system emits the follow-ing alarm:

I The headlights blink and the horn soundsintermittently. In addition, the starter mo-tor does not operate.

I The alarm automatically turns off after 2 to3 minutes. However, the alarm reactivates

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THEFT WARNING(if so equipped)

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if the vehicle is tampered with again. Thealarm can be shut off by unlocking a doorwith the key or by pressing the but-ton on the multi-remote controller.

The alarm is activated by:

I opening a door without using the key(even if the door is unlocked by releasingthe inside lock knob).

I opening the hood.

How to stop the alarmThe alarm stops only by unlocking a doorwith the key or by pressing the buttonon the multi-remote controller. The alarmdoes not stop if the ignition switch is turnedto ACC or ON position.

Silencing the horn beep featureIf desired, the horn beep feature can bedeactivated using the multi-remote controller.

To deactivate: Press and hold theand buttons for at least two

seconds.The hazard lights will quickly flash threetimes to confirm that the horn beep featurehas been deactivated.

To activate: Press and hold the andbuttons for at least two seconds

once more.

The hazard lights will quickly flash threetimes to confirm that the horn beep featurehas been reactivated.

Deactivating the horn beep feature does notsilence the horn if the alarm is triggered.

If the system does not operate as de-scribed above, have it checked by anauthorized NISSAN dealer.

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Lighting

Turn the switch to the position:The front combination, rear combination,license plate and instrument panel lightscome on.

Turn the switch to the position:The headlights come on and all the otherlights remain on.

To select the high beam function, push thelever forward. The high beam lights comeon and the light illuminates. Pull it back

to select the low beam.

DAYTIME RUNNING LIGHTSYSTEM (Canada only)

The headlights automatically illuminate at areduced intensity when the engine is startedwith the parking brake released. The day-time running lights operate with the head-light switch in the OFF position or in the

position. Turn the headlight switchto the position for full illuminationwhen driving at night. If the parking brake isapplied before the engine is started, thedaytime running lights do not illuminate. Thedaytime running lights illuminate once theparking brake is released. The daytime run-ning lights will remain on until the ignitionswitch is turned off.

WARNING

When the daytime running light systemis active, tail lights on your vehicle arenot on. It is necessary at dusk to turnon your headlights. Failure to do socould cause an accident injuring your-self and others.

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HEADLIGHT AND TURNSIGNAL SWITCH

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Passing signalPulling the lever toward you turns on theheadlight high beam.

Turn signalMove the lever up or down to signal theturning direction. When the turn is com-pleted, the turn signal cancels automatically.

Lane change signalTo indicate a lane change, move the leverup or down to the point where the indicatorlight begins to flash, but the lever does notlatch.

To turn the front fog lights on, rotate theswitch to the position.

To turn them off, rotate the switch to theOFF position.

The headlight switch must be in theposition (low beam headlights on) for

the fog lights to operate. The fog lightsautomatically turn off whenever the highbeam headlight function is selected

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FRONT FOG LIGHT SWITCH(if so equipped)

WINDSHIELD WIPER ANDWASHER SWITCH

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The ignition switch must be in the ON positionfor the wipers or washer to be activated. Pushthe lever down to operate the wipers, and pullthe lever toward you to operate the washer.Operating the washer automatically cyclesthe wipers several times.

Intermittent wiper operation can be adjustedfrom 1 to 19 seconds by turning the timecontrol knob (Type C only).

CAUTIONI Do not operate the washer continu-

ously for more than 30 seconds.

I Do not operate the washer if thereservoir tank is empty.

I Do not fill the window washer reser-voir tank with washer fluid concen-trates at full strength. Some methylalcohol based washer fluid concen-trates may permanently stain thegrille if spilled while filling the win-dow washer reservoir tank.

I Pre-mix washer fluid concentrateswith water to the manufacturer’s rec-ommended levels before pouring thefluid into the window washer reser-

voir tank. Do not use the windowwasher reservoir tank to mix thewasher fluid concentrate and water.

WARNINGIn freezing temperatures the washersolution may freeze on the windshieldand obscure your vision which maylead to an accident. Warm the wind-shield with the defroster before youwash the windshield.

The instrument brightness control operateswhen the light switch is in the or

position.

Turn the control to adjust the brightness ofthe instrument panel lights.

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WINDSHIELD WIPER ANDWASHER SWITCH

INSTRUMENT BRIGHTNESSCONTROL

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Push the switch on to warn other driverswhen you must stop or park under emer-gency conditions. All turn signal lights flash.

WARNINGI When stalled or stopped on the road-

way under emergency conditions,move the vehicle well off the road.

I Do not use the hazard warning flash-ers while moving on the highwayunless unusual circumstances forceyou to drive so slowly that your ve-

hicle might become a hazard to othertraffic.

I Turn signals do not work when thehazard warning flasher lights are on.

The hazard warning flashers can be actu-ated with the ignition switch in any position.

Some state laws may prohibit the use ofthe hazard warning flasher switch whiledriving.

The cigarette lighter element is an acces-sory. A genuine NISSAN cigarette lighter orequivalent can be purchased from an autho-rized NISSAN dealer.

The cigarette lighter operates when theignition switch is in the ACC or ON position.

Push the lighter in all the way. When thelighter is heated, it springs out.

Return the lighter to its original position afteruse.

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HAZARD WARNING FLASHERSWITCH

CIGARETTE LIGHTER(accessory) AND ASH TRAY

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WARNINGThe cigarette lighter should not beused while driving so that full attentionmay be given to the driving operation.

CAUTIONThe cigarette lighter socket is a powersource for the cigarette lighter elementonly. The use of the cigarette lightersocket as a power source for any otheraccessory is not recommended.

POWER POINT (if so equipped)The power point can be used for poweringaccessories. It is rated at 12 Volts 120 Wattsmaximum.

CAUTIONI Take care as the socket and plug

may be hot during or immediatelyafter use.

I This power point is not designed foruse with a cigarette lighter unit.

I Do not use with accessories thatexceed a 12 volt, 120W (10A) powerdraw. Do not use double adapters ormore than one electrical accessory.

I Use this power point with the enginerunning. (If the engine is stopped,this could result in a discharged bat-tery.)

I Avoid using when the air condi-tioner, headlights or rear window de-fogger is on.

I Before inserting or disconnecting aplug, be sure to turn off the electricalaccessory being used or the ACCpower of the vehicle.

I Push the plug in as far as it will go. Ifgood contact is not made, the plugmay overheat or the internal tem-perature fuse may blow.

I When not is use, be sure to close thecap. Do not allow water to contactthe socket.

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STORAGE COMPARTMENT(Crew cab models only)A storage compartment is located in thebottom center of the instrument panel.

WARNING

The cup holder should not be usedwhile driving so that full attention maybe given to the driving operation.

CAUTION

I Avoid abrupt starting and brakingwhen the cup holder is being used toprevent spilling the drink. If the liq-uid is hot, it can scald you or yourpassenger.

I Use only soft cups in the cup holder.Hard objects can injure you in anaccident.

Some cup holders have a rubber insert thatcan be removed for cleaning and for usinglarger cups.

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CUP HOLDER(if so equipped)

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Each dome light has a three-position switchand operates regardless of ignition keyposition.

I When the switch is in the OFF position,the dome light does not illuminate, re-gardless of door position.

I When the switch is in the center q orDOOR position, the dome light illumi-nates by opening a door.

I When the switch is in the ON position,the dome light illuminates regardless ofdoor position.

Cargo light operationOn some King Cab models, the light can beused as a cargo light by simply pulling thelight down. This light is convenient at nightwhen loading cargo.

For information regarding dome light bulbreplacement, refer to “Bulb replacement” inthe ‘‘Do-it-yourself’’ section of this manual.

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DOME LIGHT AND CARGOLIGHT

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CAUTIONLeaving the dome light switch in the ONposition for extended periods of timewill result in a discharged battery.

To turn on the map lights push the switches.To turn them off, push the switches again.

CAUTIONDo not use for extended periods of timewith the engine stopped. This couldresult in a discharged battery.

The side windows can be opened or closedby turning the hand crank on each door.

To open a window on the driver side, turnthe crank clockwise. To close a window, turnthe crank counterclockwise.

To open a window on the passenger side,turn the crank counterclockwise. To close awindow, turn the crank clockwise.

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MAP LIGHTS(if so equipped)

MANUAL WINDOWS

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WARNING

I Make sure that all passengers havetheir hands, etc. inside the vehiclebefore closing the windows. Use thewindow lock switch to prevent unex-pected use of the power windows.

I Do not leave children unattended in-side the vehicle. They could unknow-ingly activate switches or controlsand become trapped in a window.Unattended children could becomeinvolved in serious accidents.

The power windows operate when the igni-tion key is in the ON position.To open the driver window, press the driverswitch and hold it down. To close the win-dow, lift the switch up. The driver sidecontrol panel (driver’s switch) also opens orcloses the passenger windows.

Locking passenger’s windowWhen the lock button is pushed in, only thedriver side window can be opened orclosed. Push it in again to cancel the win-dow lock function.

Passenger power window switchThe passenger switch opens or closes thepassenger window. To open the window,press the switch and hold it down. To closethe window, lift the switch up.

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POWER WINDOWS(if so equipped)

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Rear power windows (Crew cabmodels only)The rear power window switches open orclose the corresponding window. To openthe window, push and hold the switch down.To close the window, push and hold theswitch up.

AUTOMATIC POWER WINDOWSWITCHTo fully open the driver window, completelypress the driver window switch down andrelease it; it need not be held. To stop thewindow, lift the switch up while the windowis opening.

Squeeze the handles of the lever, then slidethe window open.

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REAR SLIDING WINDOW(if so equipped)

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Tilting upPull the handle down, then push the handleup to the fully tilted position.

WARNINGI In an accident you could be thrown

from the vehicle through an opensunroof. Always use seat belts andchild restraints.

I Do not allow anyone to stand up orextend any portion of their body outof the sunroof opening while thevehicle is in motion or while thesunroof is closing.

CAUTIONI Remove water drops, snow, ice or

sand from the sunroof before open-ing.

I Do not place heavy objects on thesunroof or surrounding area.

ClosingPull the handle forward to unlock, then pushthe handle up completely to lock the sunroofclosed.

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SUNROOF(if so equipped)

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WARNING

Do not remove or install the sun shadewhile driving so that full attention maybe given to the driving operation.

Removing the sun shade1. Turn each lock bolt counterclockwise

while supporting the sun shade.

2. Slide the shade backward to remove it.

Installing the sun shade1. Insert the two hooks on the front edge of

sun shade into holders on the sunroof.

2. Align the two lock bolts on the rear edgeof sun shade with the lock nuts. Turneach lock bolt clockwise to securely lockthe sunshade in place.

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Removing the sunroof

WARNING

Do not remove the sunroof while driv-ing so that full attention may be givento the driving operation.

1. Remove the sun shade.

2. Tilt the sunroof up.

3. Push the knobs located on each end ofthe handle and push the sunroof up-wards to disengage the handle linkage.

4. Pull the sunroof up from outside of the

vehicle until it is perpendicular to the roofpanel.

5. Slide the sunroof to the left and removeit.

Installing the sunroof

1. While placing the sunroof perpendicularto the roof panel, position the sunroofand engage the retainer with the hinge.

2. Slide the sunroof to the right until the redmark on the hinge disappears.

3. Carefully lower the sunroof, making sureit is centered with in the roof opening.

4. Push the knobs located on each end ofthe handle and engage the handle link-age.

Be sure the sunroof is securely installed.

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3 Pre-driving checks and adjustments

Key .........................................................................3-2Door locks ..............................................................3-2Power door locks (if so equipped) .........................3-3Child safety rear door lock................................... 3-4Multi-remote control system (if so equipped).........3-4Battery replacement ...............................................3-7Hood release..........................................................3-8Glove box ...............................................................3-9Roof rack (if so equipped)......................................3-9Step rail (if so equipped) ......................................3-11

Fuel filler cap........................................................3-11Tailgate latch........................................................3-13Tie down hooks....................................................3-14Tilting steering wheel (if so equipped) .................3-15Outside mirror remote control (if so equipped)....3-15Outside mirrors.....................................................3-16Inside mirror .........................................................3-16Vanity mirror (if so equipped)...............................3-17

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A key number is supplied with your key.

Record the key number and keep it in a safeplace (such as your wallet), NOT IN THEVEHICLE. If you lose your keys, see anauthorized NISSAN dealer for duplicates byusing the key number. NISSAN does notrecord key numbers so it is very important tokeep track of your key number plate.

A key number is only necessary when youhave lost all keys and do not have one toduplicate from. If you still have a key, thiskey can be duplicated by an authorizedNISSAN dealer or locksmith.

WARNINGI Always have the doors locked while

driving. Along with the use of seatbelts, this provides greater safety inthe event of an accident by helpingto prevent persons from beingthrown from the vehicle. This alsohelps keep children and others fromunintentionally opening the doors,and will help keep out intruders.

I Before opening any door, alwayslook for and avoid oncoming traffic.

I Do not leave children unattended in-side the vehicle. They could un-knowingly activate switches or con-trols. Unattended children couldbecome involved in serious acci-dents.

Locking doors with keyTo lock the door, turn the key towards thefront of the vehicle. To unlock, turn it to-wards the rear.

On power door lock equipped models, lock-ing the driver door simultaneously locks allthe doors.

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KEY DOOR LOCKS

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Locking doors without keyTo lock the doors without the key, push theinside lock knob to the lock position, thenclose the door.

When locking the door this way, be certainnot to leave the key inside the vehicle.

POWER DOOR LOCKS(if so equipped)

The power door lock system allows you tolock or unlock all doors simultaneously.

Turning the key to the front of the vehiclelocks all doors.

Turning the key one time to the rear of thevehicle unlocks that door. From that posi-tion, returning the key to neutral (where thekey can only be removed and inserted) andturning it to the rear again within 5 secondsunlocks all doors.

To lock the doors without a key, push thedoor lock button (driver or passenger side)or the door lock knob (driver or passengerside), then close the door. When locking thedoors this way, be certain not to leave thekey inside the vehicle.

If the key is left in the ignition, all doors willunlock automatically.

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CHILD SAFETY REAR DOORLOCKChild safety locks help prevent the reardoors from being opened accidentally, es-pecially when small children are in the ve-hicle.

The child safety lock levers are located onthe edge of the rear doors.

When the lever is in the lock position, thedoor can only be opened from the out-side.

MULTI-REMOTE CONTROLSYSTEM (if so equipped)It is possible to lock/unlock all doors, andactivate the panic alarm by using the remotecontroller.

Be sure to remove the key from thevehicle before locking the doors.

The remote controller can operate at adistance of approximately 49 ft (15 m) fromthe vehicle. The effective distance dependson the conditions around the vehicle.

As many as four remote controllers can beused with one vehicle. For information con-cerning the purchase and use of additionalremote controllers, contact an authorizedNISSAN dealer.

CAUTIONListed below are conditions or occur-rences which will damage the remotecontroller:

I Do not allow the remote controller tobecome wet.

I Do not drop the remote controller.

I Do not strike the remote controllersharply against another object.

I Do not place the remote controllerfor an extended period in an areawhere temperatures exceed 140°F(60°C).

Locking doors1. Close all windows.

2. Remove the key from the ignition switch.

3. Close the hood and all doors.

4. Push the button on the multi-remotecontroller. All doors lock. The hazardlights flash twice and the horn beepsonce to indicate all doors are locked. Thehorn may or may not beep once. Refer to“silencing the horn beep feature” later inthis section.

I When the button is pushed with alldoors locked, the hazard lights flashtwice and the horn beeps once as areminder that the doors are alreadylocked.

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Unlocking doors

1. Push the button on the multi-remote controller. Only the driver’s sidedoor unlocks.

2. Push the button on the multi-

remote controller again within five sec-onds. All doors unlock.

3. The interior light illuminates for 30 sec-onds when the light switch is in the O orDOOR position.

The interior light can be turned off withoutwaiting 30 seconds by inserting the key intothe ignition or locking the doors with themulti-remote controller or pushing theinterior light switch to the OFF position.

Using the panic alarmIf you are near your vehicle and feel threat-ened, you may activate the panic alarm tocall attention as follows:

1. Push the button on the remote con-troller for longer than 1.5 seconds.

2. The theft warning alarm and headlightswill stay on for 30 seconds.

3. The panic alarm stops when:

I it has run for 30 seconds, or

I the , or the button ispressed, on the multi-remote controller.

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Silencing the horn beep feature

If desired, the horn beep feature can bedeactivated using the multi-remote control-ler.

To deactivate: Press and hold the andtogether for at least two seconds.

The hazard lights will quickly flash threetimes to confirm that the horn beep featurehas been deactivated.

To activate: Press and hold the andtogether for at least two seconds

once more.

The hazard lights will quickly flash threetimes to confirm that the horn beep featurehas been reactivated.

Deactivating the horn feature does not si-lence the horn if the alarm is triggered.

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Replace the battery in the multi-remote con-troller as follows:

1. Open the lid using a coin.

2. Replace the battery with a new one.Recommended battery: Sanyo CR2025

or equivalent.3. Close the lid securely.

4. Press the button, then the buttontwo or three times to check the multi-remote controller operation.

If the battery is removed for any reasonother than replacement, perform step 4above.

I An improperly disposed battery canhurt the environment. Always confirmlocal regulations for battery disposal.

I The multi-remote controller is water-resistant; however, if it does get wet,immediately wipe completely dry.

I The operational range of the multi-remote controller extends to approxi-mately 49 ft (15 m) from the vehicle.This range may vary with conditions.

FCC Notice:

Changes or modifications not expresslyapproved by the manufacturer for com-pliance could void the user’s authority tooperate the equipment.

This device complies with part 15 of theFCC Rules and RSS-210 of IndustryCanada.

Operation is subject to the following twoconditions: (1) This device may notcause harmful interference, and (2) this

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device must accept any interference re-ceived including interference that maycause undesired operation of the device.

WARNING

I Make sure the hood is completelyclosed and latched before driving.Failure to do so could cause thehood to fly open and result in anaccident.

I If you see steam or smoke comingfrom the engine compartment, toavoid injury do not open the hood.

1. Pull the hood lock release handle locatedbelow the driver side instrument panel;the hood then springs up slightly.

2. Lift the lever at the front of the hood withyour fingertips and raise the hood.

3. Insert the support rod into the slot in thefront edge of the hood.

4. When closing the hood, reset the supportrod to its original position, lower the hoodto approximately 12 inches (30.5 cm)above the latch and release it. This al-lows proper engagement of the hoodlatch.

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Open the glove box by pulling the handle.

WARNINGKeep glove box lid closed while drivingto prevent injury in an accident or asudden stop.

Always evenly distribute the cargo on theroof rack. The maximum total load is 125lb (57 Kg) evenly distributed. Be carefulthat your vehicle does not exceed the GrossVehicle Weight Rating (GVWR) or the GrossAxle Weight Ratings (GAWR front and rear).

The GVWR and GAWR are located on theSafety Compliance Certification Label (lo-cated on the driver’s side door jamb pillar).For more information regarding GVWR andGAWR, refer to the ″Technical and cus-tomer information section of this manual″.

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WARNINGProperly secure all cargo with ropes orstraps to help prevent it from sliding orshifting. In a sudden stop or collision,unsecured cargo could cause personalinjury.

CAUTIONUse care when placing or removingitems from the roof rack. If you cannotcomfortably lift the items onto the roofrack from the ground, use a ladder orstool.

The front and rear crossbars can be ad-justed forward, backward, or be removed.Use the torxdriver located in the tool kit toloosen both crossbar adjusting screws. Po-sition the crossbar as needed and thentighten the crossbar adjusting screws. Place

your cargo between the bars, and securewith rope. Always check the tightness of thecross bar adjusting screws.

If you hear windnoise coming from the roofrack while driving, adjust the roof rackcrossbars to the most rearward position.

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The step rail has a front and rear step forassisting passengers to get into and out ofthe vehicle.

The fuel filler cap is a screw-on ratchetingtype. Turn the cap counter clockwise toremove. Tighten the cap clockwise untilratcheting clicks are heard.

WARNINGI Gasoline is extremely flammable and

highly explosive under certain con-ditions. You could be burned or se-riously injured if it is misused ormishandled. Always stop the engineand do not smoke or allow openflames or sparks near the vehiclewhen refueling.

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STEP RAIL (if so equipped) FUEL FILLER CAP

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I Fuel may be under pressure. Turnthe cap one-half turn and wait forany ‘‘hissing’’ sound to stop to pre-vent fuel from spraying out andcausing possible personal injury.Then remove the cap.

I Do not attempt to top off the fueltank after the fuel pump nozzle shutsoff automatically. Continued refuel-ing may cause fuel overflow, result-ing in fuel spray and possibly fire.

I Use only an original equipment typefuel filler cap as a replacement. It hasa built-in safety valve needed forproper operation of the fuel systemand emission control system. An in-correct cap can result in a seriousmalfunction and possible injury.

I Never pour fuel into the throttle bodyto attempt to start your vehicle.

CAUTIONI If fuel is spilled on the vehicle body,

flush it away with water to avoidpaint damage.

I Tighten until the fuel filler cap clicks.Failure to tighten the fuel filler capproperly may cause the mal-function indicator lamp (MIL) to illu-minate. If the lamp illuminatesbecause the fuel filler cap is loose ormissing, tighten or install the capand continue to drive the vehicle.The lamp should turn off aftera few driving trips. If the lampdoes not turn off after a few drivingtrips, have the vehicle inspected byan authorized NISSAN dealer.

I For additional information, see the″Malfunction indicator lamp (MIL) ″ inthe ″Instruments and Controls ″ sec-tion earlier in this manual.

Put the fuel filler cap in the cap holder whilerefueling.

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Opening the tailgatePull the tailgate handle upward and lowerthe tailgate. The support cables hold thetailgate open.

When closing the tailgate, make sure thelatches are securely locked.

To open the tailgate to the lowest position,lift the tailgate to a 45 degree angle, thenrelease the support cables.

Do not drive the vehicle with the tailgatedown, unless equipped with Nissan’sBed Extender (accessory) in the de-ployed position.

For proper truck box loading see ″Loadingtips″ under the ″Vehicle loading information″heading in the ″Technical and consumerinformation″ section of this manual.

WARNINGI It is extremely dangerous to ride in a

cargo area inside a vehicle. In acollision, people riding in these ar-eas are more likely to be seriouslyinjured or killed.

I Do not allow people to ride in anyarea of your vehicle that is notequipped with seats and seat belts.

I Be sure everyone in your vehicle isin a seat and using a seat beltproperly.

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Removing the tailgate1. Release the tailgate support cables.2. Hold the tailgate at a 45 degree angle.3. Pull the tailgate out from the left side

hinge.4. Remove the tailgate from the right side

hinge.

Installing the tailgate1. Insert the tailgate into the right side

hinge.

2. Hold the tailgate at a 45 degree angleand insert left side hinge.

3. Continue to hold tailgate at a 45 degreeangle and attach the tailgate supportcables.

4. Close the tailgate securely.

CAUTIONThe tailgate is heavy. Be careful not todrop it during removal.

For your convenience, tie down hooks areplaced at each corner of the truck box.These may be used to help secure cargoloaded into the truck box.

I The weight of the cargo load must beevenly distributed over both the front andrear axles.

I All cargo should be securely fastenedwith ropes or straps to prevent it fromshifting or sliding within the vehicle.

WARNINGI Properly secure all cargo with ropes

or straps to help prevent it fromsliding or shifting. In a sudden stopor collision, unsecured cargo couldcause personal injury.

I Do not place cargo higher than theseatbacks. In a sudden stop or colli-sion, unsecured cargo could causepersonal injury.

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Tilt operationPull the lock lever down and adjust thesteering wheel up or down to the desiredposition.

Push the lock lever up firmly to lock thesteering wheel in place.

WARNINGDo not adjust the steering wheel whiledriving. You could lose control of yourvehicle and cause an accident.

Push the right or left side of the switch toadjust the right or left side mirror, thencontrol the lever.

The ignition switch must be in the ON orACC position for the power mirrors to oper-ate.

WARNINGObjects viewed in the outside mirror onthe passenger side are closer than theyappear. Be careful when moving to theright. Using only this mirror could causean accident. Use the inside mirror orglance over your shoulder to properlyjudge distances to other objects.

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OUTSIDE MIRROR REMOTECONTROL (if so equipped)

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Folding outside mirrorPush the mirror backward to fold it.

The night position reduces glare from theheadlights of vehicles behind the vehicle.

WARNINGUse the night position only when nec-essary because it reduces rear viewclarity.

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A vanity mirror is located on the rear side ofthe passenger sunvisor.

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4 Heater, air conditioner and audio systems

Ventilators ..............................................................4-2Heater and air conditioner ......................................4-3Controls ..................................................................4-3Heater operation ....................................................4-4Air conditioner operation (if so equipped)..............4-5Air flow charts.........................................................4-6AM-FM radio with cassette player........................4-10Cassette tape operation .......................................4-13FM-AM radio with compact disc (CD) player .......4-15

Compact disc (CD) player operation ....................4-19AM-FM Radio with cassette player andcompact disc player (if so equipped) ...................4-21Cassette tape operation .......................................4-25Compact disc (CD) player operation ....................4-26Antenna ................................................................4-28Car phone or CB radio.........................................4-28

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Adjust air flow direction by moving the ven-tilators slides and ventilator assemblies.

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WARNINGI The air conditioner cooling function

operates only when the engine isrunning.

I Do not leave children, unreliableadults, or pets alone in your vehicle.On hot, sunny days, temperatures ina closed vehicle could quickly be-come high enough to cause severeor possibly fatal injuries to people oranimals.

I Do not use the recirculation modefor long periods as it may cause theinterior air to become stale and thewindows to fog up.

I Positioning of the heater and air con-ditioner controls should not be donewhile driving, in order that full atten-tion may be given to the drivingoperation.

CONTROLS

Fan control dial

This dial turns the fan on and off, andcontrols fan speed.

Air flow control dial

This dial allows you to select the air flowoutlets.

— Air flows from center and sideventilators.

— Air flows from center and sideventilators and foot outlets.

— Air flows mainly from foot outlets.

— Air flows from defroster outletsand foot outlets.

— Air flows mainly from defroster out-lets.

The air flow control dial also has intermedi-ate positions which allow the air flow to bedistributed between two of the icon posi-tions on the air flow control dial.

Temperature control dial

This dial allows you to adjust the tempera-ture of the outlet air.

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Air recirculation button (ifso equipped)

NOTE:The air recirculation feature is availableonly on those vehicles equipped with airconditioning.

OFF position (indicator light off):

Outside air is drawn into the passengercompartment and distributed through theselected outlets.

Use the OFF position for normal heater orair conditioner operation.

ON position (indicator light on):

Interior air is recirculated inside the vehicle.

Push the button to the on positionwhen:

I driving on a dusty road.

I to prevent traffic fumes from entering thepassenger compartment.

I for maximum cooling when using the airconditioner.

Air conditioner button (if soequipped)

Start the engine, move the fan control dial tothe desired (one to four) position, and pushthe air conditioner button to turn on the airconditioner. The indicator light comes onwhen the air conditioner is operating. To turnoff the air conditioner, push the buttonagain.

The air conditioner cooling function op-erates only when the engine is running.

HEATER OPERATION

Heating

This mode is used to direct hot air mainlyfrom the floor outlets. A small amount of airalso flows from the defrost outlets.

1. Push the button (if so equipped) tothe off position for normal heating.

2. Turn the air control dial to the po-sition.

3. Turn the fan control dial to the desiredposition.

4. Turn the temperature control dial to the

desired position between the middle andthe hot position.

Ventilation

This mode directs outside air from the sideand center vents.

1. Push the button (if so equipped) tothe off position.

2. Turn the air control dial to the po-sition.

3. Turn the fan control dial to the desiredposition.

4. Turn the temperature control dial to thedesired position.

Defrosting/defoggingThis mode is used to defrost/defog thewindows.

1. Turn the air control dial to the po-sition.

I When the position is selected, theair conditioner automatically turns on(however, the indicator light will not illu-minate) if the outside temperature ismore than 45‰F (7‰C). This dehumidifiesthe air which helps defog the windshield.

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The mode automatically turns off,allowing outside air to be drawn into thepassenger compartment to further im-prove the defogging performance

2. Move the fan control dial to the desiredposition.

3. Move the temperature control dial to thedesired position between the middle andthe hot position.

Bi-level heating

This mode directs cooler air from the sideand center vents and warmer air from thefloor outlets. When the temperature controldial is moved to the full hot or full coolposition, the air between the vents and thefloor outlets is the same temperature.

1. Push the button (if so equipped) tothe off position.

2. Turn the air control dial to the po-sition.

3. Turn the fan control dial to the desiredposition.

4. Turn the temperature control dial to thedesired position.

Heating and defrosting/defogging

This mode heats the interior and defogs thewindshield.

1. Turn the air control dial to the po-sition.

I When the position is selected, theair conditioner automatically turns on(however, the indicator light will not illu-minate) if the outside temperature ismore than 45‰F (7‰C). This dehumidifiesthe air which helps defog the windshield.The mode automatically turns off,allowing outside air to be drawn into thepassenger compartment to further im-prove the defogging performance.

2. Turn the fan control dial to the desiredposition.

3. Turn the temperature control dial to thedesired position between the middle andthe hot postion.

Operating tips

Clear snow and ice from the wiperblades and air inlet in front of the wind-shield. This improves heater operation.

AIR CONDITIONER OPERATION(if so equipped)

Start the engine, move the fan control dial tothe desired (one to four) position, and pushin the air conditioner button to activate theair conditioner. When the air conditioner ison, cooling and dehumidfying functions areadded to the heater operation.

The air conditioner cooling function op-erates only when the engine is running.

CoolingThis mode is used to cool and dehumidifythe air.

1. Push the button to the off position.

2. Turn the air control dial to the po-sition.

3. Turn the fan control dial to the desiredposition.

4. Turn on the air conditioner button. Theindicator light comes on.

5. Turn the temperature control dial to thedesired position.

For quick cooling when the outside tem-perature is high, push the button to

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the on position. Be sure to return the airrecirculation button to the off position fornormal cooling.

Dehumidfied heatingThis mode is used to heat and dehumidfythe air.

1. Push the button to the off position.

2. Turn the air control dial to the po-sition.

3. Turn the fan control dial to the desiredposition.

4. Turn on the air conditioner button. Theindicator light comes on.

5. Turn the temperature control dial to thedesired position.

Dehumidfied defrosting/defoggingThis mode is used to defog the windowsand dehumidify the air.

1. Turn the air control dial to the po-sition.

I When the , or positions inbetween are selected, the air conditionerautomatically turns on (however, the in-dicator light will not illuminate) if the

outside temperature is more than 45‰F(7‰C). This dehumidifies the air whichhelps defog the windshield. The

mode automatically turns off, al-lowing outside air to be drawn into thepassenger compartment to further im-prove the defogging performance.

2. Turn the fan control dial to the desiredposition.

3. Turn the temperature control dial to thedesired position.

Operating tipsI Keep windows and sunroof closed while

the air conditioner is in operation.

I After parking in the sun, drive for two orthree minutes with the windows open tovent hot air from the passenger compart-ment. Then, close the windows. Thisallows the air conditioner to cool theinterior more quickly.

I The air conditioning system should beoperated for approximately ten min-utes at least once a month. This helpsprevent damage to the system due tolack of lubrication.

I If the engine coolant temperature

gauge indicates engine coolant tem-perature over the normal range, turnthe air conditioner off. See ″If yourvehicle overheats ″ in the ″In case ofemergency ″ section of this manual.

AIR FLOW CHARTSThe following charts show the button anddial positions for MAXIMUM AND QUICKheating, cooling or defrosting. The air recir-culation switch should always be in theOFF position for heating and defrosting.

When the , or positions in be-tween are selected, the air conditioner au-tomatically turns on (however, the indicatorlight will not illuminate) if the outside tem-perature is more than 45‰F (7‰C). This de-humidifies the air which helps defog thewindshield. The mode automaticallyturns off, allowing outside air to be drawninto the passenger compartment to furtherimprove the defogging performance..

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Servicing air conditioner

The air conditioner system in your NISSANis charged with a refrigerant designed withthe environment in mind.

This refrigerant does not harm theearth’s ozone layer.

Special charging equipment and lubricant isrequired when servicing your NISSAN airconditioner. Using improper refrigerants orlubricants causes severe damage to yourair conditioner system. See ″Air conditionersystem refrigerant and lubrication recom-mendations″ in the ″Technical and con-sumer information″ section of this manual.

An authorized NISSAN dealer will be able toservice your environmentally ″friendly″ airconditioner system.

WARNING

The air conditioner system containsrefrigerant under high pressure. Toavoid personal injury, any air condi-tioner service should be done only byan experienced technician with properequipment.

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AM-FM RADIO WITH CASSETTEPLAYER

This audio system has the FADER functioninstalled in Crew Cab models. Standard andKing Cab models, equipped with this audiosystem, do not have the FADER function.

ON⋅OFF/VOL control knob

Turn the ignition key to the ACC or ONposition, then push the ON⋅OFF/VOL con-trol knob. If you listen to the radio with theengine not running, turn the key to the ACCposition. The mode (radio or cassette)which was playing immediately before thesystem was turned off resumes playing.When no cassette is loaded, the radiocomes on. Pushing the ON⋅OFF/VOL con-trol knob again turns the system off.

Turn the ON⋅OFF/VOL control knob to ad-just the volume.

Clock operation

Pressing the CLOCK button alternates theclock and the radio/cassette tape options inthe display.

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Clock set

Depressing the CLOCK and the buttonstogether sets hours. Depressing the CLOCKand buttons together sets minutes.

Clock priority modeIn this mode the clock is shown in thedisplay. If any radio or cassette tape func-tions are activated, the radio (or cassettetape) display illuminates for 10 secondsthen returns to the clock mode.

NOTE:

After clock adjustment, the radio is in theclock priority mode.

Radio/Cassette tape priority modeIn this mode, the radio station illuminates inthe display during radio operation. Duringcassette tape operation, TAPE illuminates inthe display.

Selecting the desired bandPush the button to change from AMto FM1 or FM2 reception.

The FM stereo indicator, ST, illuminates dur-ing FM stereo reception. When the stereobroadcast signal is weak, the radio automati-

cally changes from stereo to monaural re-ception.

Radio reception is affected by station signalstrength, distance from radio transmitter,buildings, bridges, mountains and other ex-ternal influences. Intermittent changes inreception quality normally are caused bythese external influences.

Using a cellular phone in or near thevehicle may influence radio receptionquality.

TUNE buttons

WARNINGThe radio should not be tuned whiledriving in order that full attention maybe given to the driving operation.

Use the and buttons formanual tuning. To move quickly through thechannels, hold either of the tune buttonsdown for more than 1.5 seconds.

SEEK tuning

Push the tuning button for lessthan 1.5 seconds. SEEK tuning begins fromlow to high frequencies and stops at the nextbroadcasting station. Pushing the button

again continues the SEEK function. Once thehighest broadcasting station is reached, theradio continues in the SEEK mode at thelowest broadcast station.

SCAN tuning

Push and hold the tuning buttonfor more than 1.5 seconds. SCAN illu-

minates in the display window. SCAN tuningbegins from low to high frequencies andstops at each broadcasting station for fiveseconds. Pushing the button again during thisfive second period stops SCAN tuning andthe radio remains tuned to that station.

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Station memory operations

Six stations can be set for the AM band. 12stations can be set for the FM band (six forFM1, six for FM2).

1. Push to select AM, FM1, or

FM2. The selected band illuminates inthe display.

2. Tune to the desired station.

3. Push the desired station select button formore than 2 seconds. For example, inthe illustrations, ch2 is to be memorized.The radio mutes when the select buttonis pushed.

4. When the sound resumes, memorizing iscomplete.

5. Other station select buttons can be set inthe same manner.

If the battery cable is disconnected, or if theradio fuse opens, the radio memory is can-celled. In that case, reset the desired sta-tions.

Adjusting tone quality and speakerbalance

To adjust BASS⋅TREB⋅FADER (Crew Cabmodels only) and BAL (Bass, Treble, Fader,Balance), press the AUDIO button until thedesired mode (BAS, TRE, FAD or BAL)appears in the display.

Press the or button to adjustBass (BAS) and Treble (TRE) to the desiredlevel. Use the or button toadjust Fader (FAD) or Balance modes.Fader adjusts the sound level between thefront and rear speakers and Balance (BAL)

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adjusts the sound level between the rightand left speakers.

After 10 seconds, the radio or cassette tapedisplay reappears. Once the sound qualityis set to the desired level, the AUDIO buttoncan be pressed repeatedly until the radio orcassette tape display appears.

CASSETTE TAPE OPERATION

Turn the ignition key to ACC or ON andcarefully insert a cassette tape into the tapedoor. The cassette tape automatically pullsinto the player.

The word TAPE and moving digital squaresilluminate on the right side of the displaywindow. If the radio is already operating itautomatically turns off and the cassette tapebegins to play.

CAUTIONDo not force the cassette tape into thetape door. This could cause playerdamage.

The cassette tape automatically changesdirections to play the other side when thefirst side is complete. At this time, the mov-ing digital squares illuminate on the left side

of the display window.

Precautions on cassette player op-erationsI To maintain good quality sound, NIS-

SAN recommends using cassette tapesof 60 minutes or shorter in length.

I Cassette tapes should be removedfrom the player when not in use. Storecassettes in their protective casesand away from direct sunlight, heat,dust, moisture and magnetic sources.

I Direct sunlight can cause the cassetteto become deformed. The use of de-formed cassettes may cause the cas-sette to jam in the player.

I Do not use cassettes with labelswhich are peeling and loose. If used,the label could jam in the player.

I If a cassette has loose tape, insert apencil through one of the cassettehubs and rewind the tape firmlyaround the hubs. Loose tape maycause tape jamming and waveringsound quality.

I Over a period of time, the playbackhead, capstan and pinch roller may

collect a tape coating residue as thetape is played. This residue accumu-lation can cause weak or waveringsound, and should be removed peri-odically with a head cleaning tape. Ifthe residue is not removed periodi-cally, the player may need to be disas-sembled for cleaning.

Fast forwarding or rewinding thetapePush either the or button forthe desired direction.

The FF or REW symbol illuminates in thedisplay.

To stop the FF or REW function, press theor again, or the button.

Automatic Program Search (APS)fast forwarding or APS rewindingthe tapePush either the or buttonwhile the cassette tape is playing. The taperuns quickly, stops, then plays the nextselection from the beginning. Either the FFor REW symbol flashes in the display whilesearching for the selection.

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This system searches for the blank intervalsbetween selections. If there is a blank inter-val within one selection or there is no inter-val between selections, the system may notstop in the desired or expected location.

Changing the direction of tape play

Push the (program) select button.The moving digital squares illuminate oneither the right or left side of the displaywindow to indicate the side of program play.

Playing and stopping the cassettetape

Push the button while the cassettetape is playing to stop the tape. Push thebutton again to play the tape.

Dolby NR (noise reduction)Push the button for Dolby NR en-coded tapes to reduce high frequency tapenoise. The symbol illuminates in thedisplay.

If the display is in the clock priority modewhen the button is pressed,

and TAPE illuminate in the displaywindow for about 10 seconds. The clockmode then returns to the display window.

Dolby NR is manufactured under licensefrom Dolby Laboratories Licensing Corpora-tion. DOLBY NR and the double-D symbolare trademarks of Dolby Laboratories Li-censing Corporation.

Metal or chrome tape usageThe cassette player is automatically set tohigh performance play when playing a metalor chrome cassette tape.

Ejecting the cassette tapePush the button to eject an insertedcassette tape.

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FM-AM RADIO WITH COMPACTDISC (CD) PLAYER

Audio main operation

To turn the radio on, turn the ignition key toACC or ON. If you listen to the radio with theengine not running, turn the key to the ACCposition.

Radio reception is affected by station signalstrength, distance from radio transmitter,buildings, bridges, mountains and other ex-ternal influences. Intermittent changes inreception quality normally are caused bythese external influences.

Using a cellular phone in or near thevehicle may influence radio receptionquality.

Power/Volume control

Turn the ignition key to the ACC or ON, thenpush the power/volume control knob. Themode (radio or CD) which was playing im-mediately before the system was turned offresumes playing. When no CD is loaded,the radio comes on. Pushing thepower/volume control knob again turns thesystem off.

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Turn the power/volume control knob to ad-just the volume.

Adjusting tone quality and speakerbalance.

To adjust Bass, Treble, Fader (Crew Cabmodels only) or Balance, press the

knob for less than 1.5 seconds. Abeep signals entry into the audio adjustmentmode and BASS will appear in the display.Rotate the knob to adjust Bass(BASS) to the desired level.

Press the knob a second time andTREB appears in the display. Rotate the

knob to adjust Treble (TREB) to thedesired level.

Press the knob a third time and FADappears in the display (Crew Cab modelsonly). Fader (FAD) adjusts the sound be-tween the front and rear speakers. Rotatethe knob to adjust Fader (FAD) to thedesired level.

Press the knob a fourth time and BALappears in the display. Balance (BAL) ad-justs the sound between the right and leftspeakers. Rotate the knob to adjustBalance (BAL) to the desired level.

After 10 seconds, the radio or CD displaywill reappear. Once the sound quality is setto the desired level, press the knobrepeatedly until the radio or CD displayreappears.

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Clock operation

The clock is on in the display regardless ofwhat mode, media, or function the radio is inas long as the ignition is in ACC or ON.

Clock set

To adjust the clock, press the knobfor longer than 1.5 seconds. A beep signalsentry into the clock adjustment mode andCL appears in the display. The hours will beblinking. Rotate the knob to adjustthe hours to the desired level.

Press the knob a second time andthe minutes will start to blink. Rotate the

knob to adjust the minutes to thedesired level.

After 10 seconds, the radio or CD displaywill reappear. Once the clock is set to thedesired level, press the knob repeat-edly until the radio or CD display reappears.

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FM/AM radio operationFM/AM band select

Push the band select button (FM/AM) tochange from AM to FM1 or FM2 reception.

The FM stereo indicator, ST, illuminates

during FM stereo reception. When the ste-reo broadcast signal is weak, the radioautomatically changes from stereo to mon-aural reception.

Knob

WARNING

The radio should not be tuned whiledriving in order that full attention maybe given to the driving operation.

Rotate the knob to the right or to theleft for manual tuning.

SEEK/SCAN tuning

SEEK tuning

Push the SEEK/SCAN tuning button orfor less than 1.5 seconds. SEEK tuning

begins from high to low frequencies or low tohigh frequencies, depending on which but-ton is pressed, and stops at the next broad-casting station. Once the highest broadcast-ing station is reached, the radio continues inthe SEEK mode at the lowest broadcastingstation. If using the button once thelowest broadcasting station is reached, theradio continues in the SEEK mode at thehighest broadcasting station.

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SCAN tuning

Push the SEEK/SCAN tuning button orfor more than 1.5 seconds. SCAN ap-

pearsin the display window. SCAN tuningbegins from high to low frequencies or low tohigh frequencies, depending on which but-ton is pressed. SCAN tuning stops at eachbroadcasting station for five seconds. Push-ing the button again during this five secondperiod stops SCAN tuning and the radioremains tuned to that station.

Station memory operations

Six stations can be set for the AM band. 12stations can be set for the FM band (six forFM1, six for FM2).

1. Push the band select button (FM/AM) toselect AM, FM1, or FM2. The selectedband illuminates in the display.

2. Tune to the desired station.

3. Push the desired station select button formore than 1.5 seconds. The radio muteswhen the select button is pushed.

4. The indicator, ch2, then illuminates in thedisplay and the sound resumes. Memo-rizing is now complete. display and thesound resumes, memorizing is complete.

5. Other station select buttons can be set inthe same manner.

If the battery cable is disconnected, or if theradio fuse opens, the radio memory is can-celled. In that case, reset the desired stations.

COMPACT DISC (CD) player op-erationTurn the ignition key to the ACC or ONposition and carefully insert the compactdisc into the slot with the label side up. Thecompact disc is automatically pulled into theslot and starts to play.

If the radio is already operating, it automati-cally turns off and the compact disc beginsto play.

CAUTIONDo not force the compact disc into theslot. This could damage the player.

CD buttonWhen this button is pushed with the com-pact disc loaded and the radio playing, theradio turns off and compact disc starts toplay.

FF (Fast forward) REW (Rewind)When the or button is pushedwhile the compact disc is playing, the com-pact disc plays at an increased speed whilefast forwarding or rewinding. When the but-ton is released, the compact disc returns tonormal play speed.

APS (Automatic Program Search)FF, APS REWWhen the button is pushed while thecompact disc is playing, the selection fol-

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lowing the present one starts to play fromthe beginning. Push or hold the but-ton several times to skip several selections.Each time the button is pushed, the CDadvances one selection. (When the lastselection on the compact disc is skipped,the first selection is played.)

When the button is pushed, the se-lection being played returns to the begin-ning. Push or hold the button severaltimes to skip back several selections. Eachtime the button is pushed, the CD movesback one selection.

RPT (Repeat)When the repeat button is pushedwhile the compact disc is playing, the playpattern changes as follows.

1: The current selection is repeated.

MIX: Selections are played at random, notfollowing the sequence on the compactdisc. The same program may be repeatedtwice.

Normal (no symbol): All selections areplayed in sequence, and the compact discstops when the last selection is finished.

When a new compact disc is inserted,the play pattern automatically changesto the ″Normal ″ play pattern.

CD EJECTWhen the button is pushed with a com-pact disc loaded, the compact disc ejects.

When the button is pushed while thecompact disc is playing, the compact discejects and the system turns off.

If the compact disc ejects and is notremoved within 10 seconds, it is pulledback into the slot.

DISC indicator lightCD IN appears on the display when a CD isloaded with the system ON

CAUTION

I During cold weather or rainy days,the player may malfunction due tothe humidity. If this occurs, removethe CD and dehumidify or ventilatethe player completely.

I The player may skip while driving onrough roads.

I The CD player sometimes cannotfunction when the passenger com-partment temperature is extremelyhigh. Decrease the temperature be-fore use.

I Do not expose the CD to direct sun-light.

I Do not touch the playing surface ofthe disc.

I Do not use 8cm discs. They maycause player damage even if usingwith the optional adapter.

I Recordable compact discs (CD-R)may not function properly in the CDplayer.

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AM-FM RADIO WITH CASSETTEPLAYER AND COMPACT DISCPLAYER (if so equipped)

ON⋅OFF/VOL control knob

Turn the ignition key to the ACC or ONposition, then push the ON⋅OFF/VOL con-trol knob button. If you listen to the radiowith the engine not running, turn the key tothe ACC position. The mode (radio, tape orCD) which was playing immediately beforethe system was turned off resumes playing.

When no CD or tape is loaded, the radiocomes on. Push the ON⋅OFF/VOL controlknob button again turns the system off.

Turn the ON⋅OFF/VOL control knob to ad-just the volume.

Clock operationPressing the clock button displays the clock.

Clock setPress the CLOCK button for more than 2seconds the radio beeps and the hoursflash, use the TUNE/FF-REW

buttons to set the hour, press theCLOCK button again until the radio beeps

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and minutes flash, use the TUNE/FF-REWbuttons to set the minutes.

The display will return to regular clock dis-play in 7 seconds or you may press theCLOCK button again to return to the regularclock display.

FM-AM band select buttonPush the button to change from AM toFM1 or FM2 reception.

The FM stereo indicator, ST, illuminatesduring FM stereo reception. When the ste-reo broadcast signal is weak, the radioautomatically changes from stereo to mon-aural reception.

Radio reception is affected by station signalstrength, distance from radio transmitter,buildings, bridges, mountains, and otherexternal influences. Intermittent changes inreception quality normally are caused bythese external influences.

Using a cellular phone in or near thevehicle may influence radio receptionquality.

TUNE/FF-REW buttons

WARNING

The radio should not be tuned whiledriving in order that full attention maybe given to the driving operation.

Use the and buttons for manualtuning. To move quickly through the chan-nels, hold either of the tuning buttons down.

SEEK/SCAN buttons

SEEK tuning

Push the SEEK/SCAN tuning button orfor less than 1.5 seconds. SEEK tuning

begins from low to high frequencies or highto low frequencies, depending on which but-ton is pressed, and stops at the next broad-casting station. If using the button oncethe highest broadcasting station is reached,the radio continues in the SEEK mode at thelowest broadcasting station. If using the

button once the lowest broadcasting sta-tion is reached, the radio continues in theSEEK mode at the highest broadcastingstation.

SCAN tuning

Push and hold the SEEK/SCAN tuning but-ton or for more than 1.5 seconds.SCAN illuminates in the display window,and the radio station blinks. SCAN tuningbegins from low to high frequencies or fromhigh to low frequencies, depending onwhich button is pressed. Scan tuning stopsat each broadcasting station for five sec-onds. When scanning, SCAN is solid andthe radio station blinks. When temporarilystopped on a station, SCAN blinks and thestation display is solid. Pushing the buttonagain during this five second period stopsSCAN tuning and the radio remains tuned tothat station

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Station memory operations

Six stations can be set for the AM band. 12stations can be set for the FM band (six forFM1, six for FM2).

1. Push to select AM, FM1, or FM2.

The selected band illuminates in the dis-play.

2. Tune to the desired station.

3. Push the desired station select button formore than 3 seconds. For example, inthe illustrations ch2 is to be memorized.The radio mutes when the select buttonis pushed.

4. When the indicator illuminates in thedisplay and the sound resumes, memo-rizing is complete.

5. Other station select buttons can be set inthe same manner.

If the battery cable is disconnected, or if theradio fuse opens, the radio memory is can-celled. In that case, reset the desired stations.

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Adjusting tone quality and speakerbalance

To adjust the audio levels for bass, treble,fader and balance, push the AUDIO buttonand adjust the level with the TUNE/FF-REW

or buttons. Press the audiobutton once for BAS (bass), twice for TRE(treble), three times for FAD (fader) and fourtimes for BAL (balance). Once the audiolevel is set the display will return back toradio, cassette or CD display mode after 7seconds or the AUDIO button can bepressed again within 7 seconds to set thenext audio level. Pressing the AUDIO buttona fifth time will return the display back toradio, cassette or CD display mode.

Fader adjusts the sound level between thefront and rear speakers, balance adjusts thesound level between the right and leftspeakers.

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CASSETTE TAPE OPERATION

Turn the ignition key to the ACC or ONposition, and carefully insert a cassette tapeinto the tape door. The cassette tape auto-matically pulls into the player. The wordTAPE illuminates in the display.

If the radio is already operating it automati-cally turns off and the cassette tape beginsto play. The cassette tape automaticallychanges directions to play the other sidewhen the first side is complete.

CAUTIONDo not force the cassette tape into thetape door. This could cause playerdamage.

Precautions on cassette player op-erationI To maintain good quality sound,

NISSAN recommends using cassettetapes of 60 minutes or shorter inlength.

I Cassette tapes should be removedfrom the player when not in use. Storecassettes in their protective cases

and away from direct sunlight, heat,dust, moisture or magnetic sources.

I Direct sunlight can cause the cassetteto become deformed. The use of de-formed cassettes may cause the cas-sette to jam in the player.

I Do not use cassettes that have peel-ing or loose labels. If used, the labelcould jam in the player.

I If a cassette has loose tape, insert apencil through one of the cassettehubs and rewind the tape firmly.Loose tape may cause jamming andwavering sound quality.

I Over a period of time, the playbackhead, capstan and pinch roller maygather a tape coating residue as thetape is played. This residue accumu-lation can cause a weak or waveringsound and should be removed peri-odically with a head cleaning tape. Ifthe residue is not removed periodi-cally, the player may need to be disas-sembled for cleaning.

PLAY/STOP TAPE buttonWhen the button is pushed with thesystem turned off and a tape loaded, the

system comes on and the tape plays.The word TAPE illuminates.

When the button is pushed with eitherthe radio or compact disc turned on and atape loaded, the compact disc or the radioturns off and the tape plays.

While the tape is playing, pushing thebutton stops tape play. Pushing the

button again resumes tape play.

FF (fast forward) and REW (rewind)buttons

Push the button to fast forward thetape. Push the button to rewind thetape. Either REW or FF illuminates in thedisplay. To stop the FF or REW function,press the , , or buttons.

Automatic Program Search (APS)SEEK/SCAN buttons

When the button is pushed while thetape is being played, the tape runs quickly,stops, then plays the next selection from thebeginning. Push the button severaltimes to skip several selections. Each timethe button is pushed, the tape fast forwards

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one additional selection. This number ap-pears in the display window. The tape canbe fast forwarded through up to nine selec-tions. (for example: 7 in the display indi-cates that the button has been pushedseven times to skip forward through sevenselections).

When the button is pushed, the selec-tion being played starts again from thebeginning. Push the button severaltimes to rewind several selections. Eachtime the button is pushed, the taperewinds back one additional selection. Thenumber of selections skipped appears in thedisplay window as a negative number (forexample: -7 in the display indicates that the

button has been pushed seven times torewind back through seven selections). Tostop APS or , press the but-ton.

Either the FF or REW illuminates in thedisplay when the (REW) or (FF) but-ton is pushed.

The system searches for the blank intervalsbetween selections. If there is a blank inter-val within one selection or there is no inter-val between selections, the system may notstop in the desired or expected location.

SIDE (Program) button

Push the button to change the tapeside while the tape is being played.The cassette tape automatically changesdirections to play the other side when thefirst side is complete.

Dolby NR (noise reduction)

Push the button for Dolby NR en-coded tapes to reduce high frequency tapenoise. The indicator illuminates in thedisplay.

Dolby NR is manufactured under licensefrom Dolby Laboratories Licensing Corpora-tion. DOLBY NR and the double-D symbolare trademarks of Dolby Laboratories Li-censing Corporation.

Metal or chrome tape usage

The cassette player is automatically set tohigh performance play when playing a metalor chrome cassette tape.

TAPE EJECT button

Push the button to eject an insertedcassette tape.

COMPACT DISC (CD) PLAYEROPERATION

Turn the ignition key to the ACC or ONposition and carefully insert the compactdisc into the slot with the label side up. Thecompact disc is automatically pulled into theslot and starts to play.

If the radio or cassette tape is alreadyoperating, it automatically turns off and thecompact disc begins to play.

CAUTIONDo not force the compact disc into theslot. This could damage the player.

CD buttonWhen the button is pushed with thecompact disc loaded and the tape or theradio playing, the tape or radio turns off andcompact disc starts to play.

FF (fast forward) REW (rewind)buttonsWhen the or button is pushedwhile the compact disc is playing, the com-pact disc plays at an increased speed while

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fast forwarding or rewinding. When the but-ton is released, the compact disc returns tonormal play speed.

Automatic Program Search (APS)APS FF, APS REW buttons

When the button is pushed while thecompact disc is playing, the selection fol-lowing the present one starts to play fromthe beginning. Push the button severaltimes to skip several selections. Each timethe button is pushed, the CD advances oneadditional selection. The number appears inthe display window. (When the last selectionon the compact disc is skipped, the firstselection is played.)

When the button is pushed, the selec-tion being played returns to the beginning.Push the button several times to skipback several selections. Each time the but-ton is pushed, the CD moves back oneselection. If the play pattern is in RANDOMmode when the or buttons arepushed, the previous or next random selec-tion will be played.

RPT/RDM (repeat/random) button

When the button is pushed while thecompact disc is playing, the play patternchanges as follows.

1: The current selection is repeated.

RANDOM: Selections are played at ran-dom, not following the sequence on thecompact disc. The same program may berepeated twice. If the button is pushedin the RANDOM mode, the next selectionwill be chosen at random.

Blank (no symbol): All selections are playedrepeatedly in sequence.

When a new compact disc is inserted,the play pattern automatically changesto ALL.

CD EJECT buttonWhen the button is pushed with a com-pact disc loaded, the compact disc ejects.

When the button is pushed while thecompact disc is playing, the compact discejects and the system turns off.

If the compact disc ejects and is not

removed within 10 seconds, it is pulledback into the slot.

CD (DISC) indicator lightThis light comes on when a compact disc isloaded into the player.

CAUTIONI During cold weather or rainy days,

the player may malfunction due tothe humidity. If this occurs, removethe CD and dehumidify or ventilatethe player completely.

I The player may skip while driving onrough roads.

I The CD player sometimes cannotfunction when the compartment tem-perature is extremely high. Decreasethe temperature before use.

I Do not expose the CD to direct sun-light.

I Do not touch the playing surface ofthe disc.

I Do not use 8 cm discs. They maycause player damage even if usingwith the optional adapter.

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I Recordable compact discs (CD-R)may not function properly in the CDplayer.

The antenna cannot be shortened, but it canbe removed. When you need to remove theantenna, turn the antenna rod counterclock-wise.

To install the antenna rod, turn the antennaclockwise. Tighten the antenna rod to speci-fication using a suitable tool such as aopen-end wrench. The antenna rod tighten-ing specification is 3.4 - 3.6 N⋅m (30 - 32in-lb). Do not use pliers to tighten the an-tenna as they can leave marks on theantenna surface. The antenna rod can notbe hand tightened to the proper specifica-tion.

CAUTIONAlways properly tighten the antennarod during installation or the antennarod may break during vehicle opera-tion.

Microphone installed modelIf equipped with a genuine NISSAN cellularphone (US only), your NISSAN features anon-directional microphone in the steeringcolumn cover, so it is not necessary to lookat or speak directly into the microphonewhen calling. To do so could detract fromthe driving operation and cause an acci-dent. See the manual for car phone opera-tion.

Pre-wired and antenna for phoneinstalled modelSome models are pre-wired to accept thegenuine NISSAN cellular phone (US only).In addition, the same model has the phoneantenna built into the rear glass window.

When installing a CB, ham radio or carphone in your NISSAN, be sure to observethe following cautions, otherwise the newequipment may adversely affect the MFI(Multiport Fuel Injection) system and otherelectronic parts.

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WARNING

I A cellular telephone should not beused while driving so full attentionmay be given to vehicle operation.Some jurisdictions prohibit the useof cellular telephones while driving.

I If you must make a call while yourvehicle is in motion, the hands freecellular phone operational mode (ifso equipped) is highly recom-mended. Exercise extreme cautionat all times so full attention may begiven to vehicle operation.

I If a conversation in a moving vehiclerequires you to take notes, pull offthe road to a safe location and stopyour vehicle before doing so.

CAUTIONI Keep the antenna as far away as

possible from the Engine ControlModule (ECM).

I Keep the antenna wire more than 8in. (20 cm) away from the MultiportFuel Injection harness. Do not routethe antenna wire next to any har-ness.

I Adjust the antenna standing-waveratio as recommended by the manu-facturer.

I Connect the ground wire from theCB radio chassis to the body.

I For details, consult an authorizedNISSAN dealer.

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5 Starting and driving

Precautions when starting and driving ...................5-2Exhaust gas (carbon monoxide) ............................5-2Three-way catalyst..................................................5-2On-pavement and off-road driving precautions......5-3Avoiding collision and rollover................................5-3Drinking alcohol/drugs and driving .........................5-4Driving safety precautions......................................5-4Ignition switch.........................................................5-6Manual transmission...............................................5-6Automatic transmission ..........................................5-7Before starting the engine ......................................5-8Driving with automatic transmission (if soequipped) ...............................................................5-8Overdrive switch (KA24DE engine) .....................5-13Overdrive switch (VG33E engine)........................5-14Driving with manual transmission.........................5-14

Starting the engine ...............................................5-16Parking brake operation.......................................5-16Cruise control (if so equipped).............................5-18Break-in schedule ................................................5-20Increasing fuel economy ......................................5-20Transfer case shifting procedures for 4-wheeldrive vehicles........................................................5-21Auto-lock free-running hubs .................................5-22Manual-lock free-running hubs.............................5-24Tires of four-wheel drive ......................................5-26Parking/parking on hills ........................................5-27Power steering system.........................................5-28Brake system........................................................5-28Anti-lock brake system (ABS) ..............................5-29Cold weather driving ............................................5-30

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WARNING

I Do not leave children, unreliableadults, or pets alone in your vehicle.They could accidentally injure them-selves or others through inadvertentoperation of the vehicle. Also, onhot, sunny days, temperatures in aclosed vehicle could quickly becomehigh enough to cause severe or pos-sibly fatal injuries to people or ani-mals.

I Properly secure all cargo to helpprevent it from sliding or shifting. Donot place cargo higher than the seat-backs. In a sudden stop or collision,unsecured cargo could cause per-sonal injury.

EXHAUST GAS (carbon monoxide)

WARNING

I Do not breathe exhaust gases; theycontain colorless and odorless car-bon monoxide. Carbon monoxide isdangerous. It can cause uncon-sciousness or death.

I If you suspect that exhaust fumesare entering the vehicle, drive withall windows fully open, and have thevehicle inspected immediately.

I Do not run the engine in closedspaces such as a garage.

I Do not park the vehicle with theengine running for any extendedlength of time.

I If a special body, camper, or otherequipment is added for recreationalor other usage, follow the manufac-turer’s recommendation to preventcarbon monoxide entry into the ve-hicle. Do not occupy these areaswhile the engine is running even if thevehicle is parked. Some recreationalvehicle appliances such as stoves,refrigerators, heaters, etc. may alsogenerate carbon monoxide.

I The exhaust system and bodyshould be inspected by a qualifiedmechanic whenever:

a. The vehicle is raised for service.

b. You suspect that exhaust fumesare entering into the passengercompartment.

c. You notice a change in the soundof the exhaust system.

d. You have had an accident involv-ing damage to the exhaust system,underbody, or rear of the vehicle.

THREE-WAY CATALYSTThe three-way catalyst is an emission controldevice installed in the exhaust system. Ex-haust gases in the converter are burned athigh temperatures to help reduce pollutants.

WARNINGI The exhaust gas and the exhaust

system are very hot. Keep people,animals or flammable materialsaway from the exhaust system com-ponents.

I Do not stop or park the vehicle overflammable materials such as drygrass, waste paper or rags. Theymay ignite and cause a fire.

PRECAUTIONS WHENSTARTING AND DRIVING

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CAUTION

I Do not use leaded gasoline. Depos-its from leaded gasoline seriouslyreduce the three-way catalyst’s abil-ity to help reduce exhaust pollut-ants.

I Keep your engine tuned up. Malfunc-tions in the ignition, fuel injection, orelectrical systems can cause over-rich fuel flow into the three way cata-lyst, causing it to overheat.

I Do not keep driving if the enginemisfires, or if noticeable loss of per-formance or other unusual operatingconditions are detected. Have thevehicle inspected promptly by anauthorized NISSAN dealer.

I Avoid driving with an extremely lowfuel level. Running out of fuel couldcause the engine to misfire, damag-ing the three-way catalyst.

I Do not race the engine while warm-ing it up.

I Do not push or tow your vehicle tostart the engine.

ON-PAVEMENT AND OFFROADDRIVING PRECAUTIONS

Utility vehicles have a significantlyhigher rollover rate than other types ofvehicles.

They have higher ground clearance thanpassenger cars to make them capable ofperforming in a variety of on-pavement andoffroad applications. This gives them ahigher center of gravity than ordinary cars.An advantage of higher ground clearance isa better view of the road, allowing you toanticipate problems. However, they are notdesigned for cornering at the same speedsas conventional two-wheel drive vehiclesany more than low-slung sports cars aredesigned to perform satisfactorily under offroad conditions. If at all possible, avoidsharp turns or abrupt maneuvers particu-larly at high speeds. As with other vehiclesof this type, failure to operate this vehiclecorrectly may result in loss of control orvehicle rollover.

Be sure to read the driving safety precau-tions later in this section.

AVOIDING COLLISION ANDROLLOVER

WARNING

Failure to operate this vehicle in a safeand prudent manner may result in lossof control or an accident.

Be alert and drive defensively at all times.Obey all traffic regulations. Avoid excessivespeed, high speed cornering, or suddensteering maneuvers, because these drivingpractices could cause you to lose control ofyour vehicle. As with any vehicle, a lossof control could result in a collision withother vehicles or objects, or cause thevehicle to rollover, particularly if the lossof control causes the vehicle to slidesideways. Be attentive at all times, andavoid driving when tired. Never drive whenunder the influence of alcohol or drugs(including prescription or over-the-counterdrugs which may cause drowsiness). Al-ways wear your seat belt as outlined in the″Seats, restraints and supplemental air bagsystems″ section of this manual, and alsoinstruct your passengers to do so.

Seat belts help reduce the risk of injury in

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collisions and rollovers. In a rollover crash,an unbelted person is significantly morelikely to die than a person wearing a seatbelt.

DRINKING ALCOHOL/DRUGSAND DRIVING

WARNINGNever drive under the influence of alco-hol or drugs. Alcohol in the blood-stream reduces coordination, delaysreaction time and impairs judgement.Driving after drinking alcohol increasesthe likelihood of being involved in anaccident injuring yourself and others.Additionally, if you are injured in theaccident, alcohol can increase the se-verity of the injury.

NISSAN is committed to safe driving. How-ever, you must choose not to drive underthe influence of alcohol. Every year thou-sands of people are injured or killed inalcohol related accidents. Although the locallaws vary on what is considered to belegally intoxicated, the fact is that alcoholaffects all people differently and mostpeople underestimate the effects of alcohol.

Remember, drinking and driving don’t mix!

And that’s true for drugs, too (over thecounter, prescription, and illegal drugs).Don’t drive if your ability to operate yourvehicle is impaired by alcohol, drugs, orsome other physical condition.

DRIVING SAFETY PRECAU-TIONSYour NISSAN is designed for both normaland offroad use. However, avoid driving indeep water or mud as your NISSAN ismainly designed for leisure use, unlike aconventional offroad vehicle.

Remember that two wheel drive models areless capable than four wheel drive modelsfor rough road driving and extrication whenstuck in deep snow or mud, or the like.

Please observe the following precautions:

WARNINGI Drive carefully when off the road and

avoid dangerous areas. Every per-son who drives or rides in this ve-hicle should be seated with theirseat belt fastened. This will keep youand your passengers in position

when driving over rough terrain.

I Do not drive across steep slopes.Instead drive either straight up orstraight down the slopes. Off-roadvehicles can tip over sideways muchmore easily than they can forward orbackward.

I Many hills are too steep for any ve-hicle. If you drive up them, you maystall. If you drive down them, youmay not be able to control yourspeed. If you drive across them, youmay roll over.

I Do not shift gears while driving ondownhill grades as this could causeloss of control of the vehicle.

I Stay alert when driving to the top ofa hill. At the top there could be adrop-off or other hazard that couldcause an accident.

I If your engine stalls or you cannotmake it to the top of a steep hill,never attempt to turn around. Yourvehicle could tip or roll over. Alwaysback straight down in R (Reverse)gear. Never back down in N (Neutral)

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or with the clutch depressed(manual transmission vehicles), us-ing only the brake, as this couldcause loss of control.

I Heavy braking going down a hillcould cause your brakes to overheatand fade, resulting in loss of controland an accident. Apply brakes lightlyand use a low gear to control yourspeed.

I Unsecured cargo can be thrownaround when driving over rough ter-rain. Properly secure all cargo so itwill not be thrown forward and causeinjury to you or your passengers.

I To avoid raising the center of gravityexcessively, do not exceed the ratedcapacity of the roof rack (if soequipped) and evenly distribute theload. Secure heavy loads in thecargo area as far forward and as lowas possible. Do not equip the vehiclewith tires larger than specified in thismanual. This could cause your ve-hicle to roll over.

I Do not grip the inside or spokes ofthe steering wheel when driving off-

road. The steering wheel could movesuddenly and injure your hands. In-stead drive with your fingers andthumbs on the outside of the rim.

I Before operating the vehicle, ensurethat the driver and all passengershave their seat belts fastened.

I Always drive with the floor mats inplace as the floor may become hot.

I Lower your speed when encounter-ing strong crosswinds. With a highercenter of gravity, your NISSAN ismore affected by strong side winds.Slower speeds ensure better vehiclecontrol.

I Do not drive beyond the perfor-mance of the tires, even with 4WDengaged.

I Accelerating quickly, sharp steeringmaneuvers or sudden braking maycause loss of control.

I If at all possible, avoid sharp turningmaneuvers, particularly at highspeeds. Your NISSAN four wheeld-rive vehicle has a higher center ofgravity than a two wheel drive veh-

icle. The vehicle is not designed forcornering at the same speeds asconventional two wheel drive ve-hicles. Failure to operate this vehiclecorrectly could result in loss of con-trol and/or a roll over accident.

I Always use tires of the same type,size, brand, construction (bias, bias-belted, or radial), and tread patternon all four wheels. Install tire chainson the rear wheels when driving onslippery roads and drive carefully.

I Be sure to check the brakes immedi-ately after driving in mud or water.See ″Brake system ″ later in this sec-tion for ″Wet brakes ″.

I Avoid parking your vehicle on steephills. If you get out of the vehicle andit rolls forward, backward or side-ways, you could be injured.

I Whenever you drive off-roadthrough sand, mud or water as deepas the wheel hub, more frequent-maintenance may be required. See″Periodic maintenance ″ in the ″Main-tenance ″ section of this manual.

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MANUAL TRANSMISSIONThe ignition switch includes an anti-theftsteering lock device.

The key can only be removed when theignition switch is in the LOCK position.

On manual transmission models, to turn theignition key to LOCK from ACC or ON, turnthe key to OFF, push the key in, then turnthe key to LOCK.

To lock the steering wheel, turn the keyto the LOCK position. Remove the key. Inorder for the steering wheel to be locked,it must be turned about 1/8 of a turn

clockwise from the straight up position.To unlock the steering wheel, insert thekey and turn it gently while rotating thesteering wheel slightly right and left.

WARNINGNever remove or turn the key to theLOCK position while driving. The steer-ing wheel will lock. This may cause thedriver to lose control of the vehicle andcould result in serious vehicle damageor personal injury.

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AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSIONOn automatic transmission models, the ig-nition lock is designed so the key cannot beturned to LOCK and removed until the shiftselector lever is moved to the P (Park)position.

When removing the key from the ignition,make sure the shift selector lever is in the P(Park) position.

If the key cannot be turned to the LOCKposition, proceed as follows to remove the key:

1) Move the shift selector lever into the P(Park) position.

2) Turn the ignition key slightly in the ONdirection.

3) Turn the key toward the LOCK position.

4) Remove the key.

The shift lever is designed so it cannot bemoved out of P (Park) and into any of theother gear positions if the ignition key isturned to OFF or if the key is removed fromthe switch.

The shift lever can be moved if the igni-tion switch is in the ACC position. Thisallows the vehicle to be moved if thebattery is discharged. The shift lever canalso be moved if the ignition switch is inthe ON position and the foot brake pedalis depressed.

There is an OFF position between theLOCK and ACC positions. The OFF posi-tion is indicated by a ″1″ on the keycylinder. When the ignition is in the OFFposition, the steering wheel is notlocked.

To lock the steering wheel, turn the key tothe LOCK position. Remove the key. Inorder for the steering wheel to be locked, itmust be turned about 1/8 of a turn clockwisefrom the straight up position. To unlock thesteering wheel, insert the key and turn it

gently while rotating the steering wheelslightly right and left.

WARNINGNever remove or turn the key to theLOCK position while driving. The steer-ing wheel will lock. This may cause thedriver tolose control of the vehicle andcould result in serious vehicle damageor personal injury.

Key positionsLOCK Normal parking position (0)

OFF (Manual transmission model) (1)

The engine can be turned off without lockingthe steering wheel.

ACC (Accessories) (2)

This position activates electrical accesso-ries such as the radio when the engine isnot running. The shifter can be moved if theignition switch is in ACC position.

ON (Normal operating position) (3)

This position turns on the ignition systemand electrical accessories.

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START (4)

This position starts the engine. As soon asthe engine has started, release the key. Itautomatically returns to the ON position.

I Make sure the area around the vehicle isclear.

I Check fluid levels such as engine oil,coolant, brake and clutch fluid, and win-dow washer fluid as frequently as pos-sible, at least whenever you refuel.

I Check that all windows and lights areclean.

I Visually inspect tires for their appearanceand condition. Also check tires for properinflation.

I Lock all doors.

I Position seat and adjust head restraints.

I Adjust inside and outside mirrors.

I Fasten seat belts and ask all passengersto do likewise.

I Check the operation of warning lightswhen key is turned to the ON (3) position.See ″Warning/Indicator lights andchimes″ in the ″Instruments and con-trols″ section.

WARNINGI Do not depress the accelerator pedal

while shifting from P (Park) or N(Neutral) to R (Reverse), D (Drive), 2or 1. Always depress the brake pedaluntil shifting is completed. Failure todo so could cause you to lose con-trol and have an accident.

I Cold engine idle speed is high, souse caution when shifting into a for-ward or reverse gear before the en-gine has warmed up.

I Never shift to P (Park) or R (Reverse)while the vehicle is moving. Thiscould cause an accident.

CAUTIONI When stopping the vehicle on an

uphill grade, do not hold the vehicleby depressing the accelerator pedal.The foot brake should be used forthis purpose.

I On slippery roads, do not downshift.This may cause a loss of control.

BEFORE STARTING THEENGINE

DRIVING WITH AUTOMATICTRANSMISSION (if soequipped)

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The automatic transmission in your vehicleis electronically controlled by a transmissioncontrol module to produce maximum powerand smooth operation.

The recommended operating procedures forthis transmission are shown on the followingpages. Follow these procedures for maximumvehicle performance and driving enjoyment.

Starting the vehicleI After starting the engine, fully depress

the foot brake pedal to ensure the ve-hicle is at a complete stop before at-tempting to shift the selector lever.

I Keep the foot brake pedal depressedand shift the selector lever into a drivinggear.

I Release the foot brake, then graduallystart the vehicle in motion.

This automatic transmission is designedso the foot brake pedal MUST be de-pressed before shifting from P (Park) toany drive position while the ignitionswitch is ON.

The shift lever cannot be moved out of P(Park) and into any of the other gearpositions if the ignition key is turned to

LOCK or if the key is removed.

If the battery charge is low, the shift levercan be moved if the ignition switch is inthe ACC position.

Shifting with automatic transmission(KA24DE engine)

Pull the selector lever rearward to shift intoP (Park), or R (Reverse) or from D (Drive) to2 or 1.

P (Park):

Use this position when the vehicle is parked orwhen starting the engine. Always be sure thevehicle is at a complete stop. For maximumsafety, depress the brake pedal, then movethe selector lever to the P (Park) position.Apply the parking brake. When parking on ahill, apply the parking brake first, then shift the

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selector lever into the P (Park) position.

Shifting from P (Park)

If the ignition switch is in the ON positionand the foot brake pedal is depressed, butthe shift lever still cannot be moved out of P(Park), use the following procedure:

1. Shut the engine off and remove the key.

2. Apply the parking brake.

3. Reinsert the key and turn it clockwise tothe ACC position.

4. Depress the brake pedal, move the shiftselector lever to N (Neutral).

5. Start the engine.

These instructions for starting the vehicle inN (Neutral) should only be used until servicecan be obtained at an authorized NISSANdealership.

R (Reverse):

Use this position to back up. Shift into thisposition only after the vehicle has com-pletely stopped.

N (Neutral):

Neither forward or reverse gear is engaged.The engine can be started in this position.You may shift to N (Neutral) and restart astalled engine while the vehicle is moving.

D (Drive):

Use this position for normal forward driving.

2 (Second gear):

Use for moderate uphill grades engine brak-ing on downhill grades or starting on slip-pery surfaces.

Do not downshift into the 2 position at speedsabove 62 MPH (100 km/h), and do not exceed62 MPH (100 km/h) in the 2 position.

1 (Low gear):

Use this position for steep uphill grades,driving slowly through deep snow, sand ormud, or for maximum engine braking onsteep downhill grades.

Do not downshift into the 1 position atspeeds above 30 MPH (48 km/h), and donot exceed 30 MPH (48 km/h) in the 1position.

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Shifting with automatic transmission(VG33E engine)

Push the button to shift into P (Park), R(Reverse) or from D (Drive) to 2. All otherpositions can be selected without pushingthe button.

P (Park):

Use this selector position when the vehicleis parked or when starting the engine. Al-ways be sure the vehicle is at a completestop. For maximum safety, depress thebrake pedal, then push in the shift leverbutton and move the lever to the P (Park)

position. Apply the parking brake. Whenparking on a hill, apply the parking brakefirst, then shift the lever into the P (Park)position.

Shifting from P (Park)

If the ignition switch is in the ON positionand the foot brake pedal is depressed, butthe shift selector lever still cannot be movedout of P (Park), follow these instructions.

1. Turn the ignition key to the LOCK posi-tion.

2. Apply the parking brake.

3. Reinsert the key and turn it to the ACCposition.

4. Depress the foot brake pedal and movethe shift selector lever to N (Neutral).

5. Start the engine.

These instructions for starting the vehicle inN (Neutral) should only be used until servicecan be obtained at an authorized NISSANdealership.

R (Reverse):

Use this position to back up. Always be surethe vehicle is at a complete stop beforeshifting into the R (Reverse) position. Formaximum safety, check to ensure the areabehind the vehicle is clear. With the brakepedal depressed, push in the shift selectorlever button and move the shift selectorlever to the R (Reverse) position.

N (Neutral)

Neither forward nor reverse gear is en-gaged. The engine can be started in thisposition. You may shift to N (Neutral) andrestart a stalled engine while the vehicle ismoving.

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D (Drive):

Use this position for all normal forwarddriving.

2 (Second gear):

Use this position for hill climbing or enginebraking on downhill grades.

Do not shift into the 2 position at speedsabove 68 MPH (110 km/h). Do not exceed68 MPH (110 km/h) in the 2 position.

1 (Low gear):

Use this position when climbing steep hillsslowly or slow driving through deep snow,sand or mud, or for maximum engine brak-ing on steep downhill grades.

Do not shift into the 1 position at speedsabove 34 MPH (55 km/h). Do not exceed 34MPH (55 km/h) in the 1 position.

Selector lever lock release

If the battery charge is low, the selectorlever may not be moved from the P positioneven with the brake pedal depressed andthe selector lever button pushed.

To move the selector lever, push the shiftlock release and selector lever button. Theselector lever can be moved to N (Neutral).

To push the shift lock release, follow thefollowing procedure:

1. Turn the ignition key to the lock positionand remove the key.

2. Apply the parking brake.

3. Remove the shift lock release cover.

4. Insert a small screwdriver in the shift lockrelease slot, and push down.

5. Push the selector lever button and movethe selector lever to N (Neutral) positionwhile holding down the shift lock release.

6. Start the engine.

If there is any problem moving the selectorlever out of P (Park), take your vehicle to anauthorized NISSAN dealership as soon aspossible.

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Accelerator downshiftIn D positionFor rapid passing or hill climbing, whiledriving fully depress the accelerator pedal tothe floor. This shifts the transmission downinto second gear or first gear, depending onthe vehicle speed.

OVERDRIVE SWITCH(KA24DE engine)

ON: For typical driving, push the overdriveswitch ON with the selector leverin the D (Drive) position. The trans-mission is upshifted into OVERDRIVEas the vehicle speed increases.

OVERDRIVE does not engage until theengine has reached operating tempera-ture.

OFF: For driving up and down long slopeswhere engine braking is necessary,push the switch OFF . The indica-

tor light in the instrument panel comeson at this time. When cruising at a lowspeed or climbing a gentle slope, youmay feel uncomfortable shift shocksas the transmission repeatedly shiftsbetween 3rd and overdrive. In thiscase, set the overdrive switch in theOFF position.

When driving conditions change, reset theoverdrive switch in the ON position toturn the overdrive on. The indicator lightgoes out at this time.

Remember not to drive at high speeds forextended periods of time with the overdriveswitch set in the OFF position. Thisreduces fuel economy.

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OVERDRIVE SWITCH (VG33Eengine)

ON: With the engine running and the se-lector lever in the D (Drive) position,the transmission upshifts into OVER-DRIVE as vehicle speed increases.

OVERDRIVE does not engage until theengine has reached operating tempera-ture.

OFF: For driving up and down long slopeswhere engine braking is necessarypush the OVERDRIVE switch once.The O/D OFF indicator light in the

instrument panel comes on at thistime.

When cruising at a low speed orclimbing a gentle slope, you may feeluncomfortable shift shocks as thetransmission shifts between third gearand overdrive repeatedly. In this case,depress the OVERDRIVE switch toturn the OVERDRIVE off. The O/DOFF indicator light in the instrumentpanel comes on at this time.

When driving conditions change, depressthe overdrive switch to turn the OVER-DRIVE on.

Remember not to drive at high speeds forextended periods of time with the OVER-DRIVE off. This reduces fuel economy.

WARNINGI Do not downshift abruptly on slip-

pery roads. This may cause a loss ofcontrol.

I Do not over-rev the engine whenshifting to a lower gear. This maycause a loss of control or enginedamage.

CAUTIONI Do not rest your foot on the clutch

pedal while driving. This may causeclutch damage.

I Stop your vehicle completely beforeshifting into R (Reverse).

I When the vehicle is stopped with theengine running (for example at astop light), shift to N (Neutral) andrelease the clutch pedal with the footbrake applied.

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Shifting with manual transmission

To change gears, or when up shifting ordown shifting, depress the clutch pedal fully,shift into the appropriate gear, then releasethe clutch slowly and smoothly.

You cannot shift directly from 5th gear into R(Reverse). First shift into the N (Neutral)position, then into R (Reverse).

If it is difficult to move the shift lever into R(Reverse) or 1st, shift into N (Neutral), thenrelease the clutch pedal. Depress the clutchpedal and shift into R (Reverse) or 1stagain.

If your vehicle is equipped with 4-wheeldrive, see ‘‘ Transfer case shifting pro-cedures for four-wheel drive vehicles’’ laterin this section.

Suggested up-shift speeds

The folllowing table provides suggested speedranges for shifting into a higher gear. Thesesuggestions relate to fuel economy and vehicleperformance. Actual shift ranges should beadjusted for specific road conditions, weatherconditions and individual driving habits.

I Two-wheel drive models and four-wheeldrive models (2H and 4H position):

Shift from MPH (km/h)1st to 2nd 15 (24)2nd to 3rd 25 (40)3rd to 4th 40 (64)4th to 5th 45 (72)

I 4-wheel drive model (4L posi-tion):

Shift from MPH (km/h)1st to 2nd 8 (13)2nd to 3rd 12 (19)3rd to 4th 20 (32)4th to 5th 22 (35)

Suggested maximum speed in eachgearDownshift to a lower gear if the engine is notrunning smoothly, or if you need to accelerate.

Do not exceed the maximum suggested speed(shown below) in any gear. For level roaddriving, use the highest gear suggested for thatspeed. Always observe posted speed limits,and drive according to the road conditions,which will ensure safe operation.

Allowable maximum speed in each gear:2-wheel drive models MPH (km/h)

1st 30 (48)2nd 55 (88)3rd 80 (129)4th & 5th − (−)

4-wheel drive models MPH (km/h)2H/4H position

1st 25 (40)2nd 43 (69)3rd 68 (109)4th & 5th − (−)

4L position1st 12 (19)2nd 22 (35)3rd 30 (48)4th & 5th − (−)

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1. Apply the parking brake.

2. Automatic transmission:

Move the selector lever to P (Park) or N(Neutral). P (Park) is preferred.

The shift lever cannot be moved out ofP (Park) and into any of the other gearpositions if the ignition key is turnedto OFF or if the key is removed fromthe ignition switch.

The starter is designed not to operateif the selector lever is in one of thedriving positions.

Manual transmission:

Move the gearshift lever to N (Neutral),and fully depress the clutch pedal to thefloor while starting the engine.

The starter is designed not to operateunless the clutch pedal is fully de-pressed.

3. With your foot off the acceleratorpedal, turn the ignition key to START.Release the key when the engine starts.If the engine starts, but fails to run, repeatthe above procedure.

I If the engine is very hard to start inextremely cold or hot weather, depressthe accelerator pedal fully and hold itto help start the engine.

I In the summer, when restarting theengine within 30 minutes after it hasbeen stopped, keep the acceleratorpedal fully depressed while starting.

CAUTIONDo not operate the starter for more than15 seconds at a time. If the engine doesnot start, turn the key off and wait 10seconds before cranking again, other-wise the starter could be damaged.

4. Warm-up

Always allow the engine to idle for atleast 30 seconds after starting. Drive at amoderate speed for a short distance first,especially in cold weather.

WARNINGI Be sure the parking brake is fully

released before driving. Failure to doso can cause brake failure and leadto an accident.

I Do not release the parking brakefrom outside the vehicle.

I Do not use the gear shift in place ofthe parking brake. When parking, besure the parking brake is fully en-gaged.

I Do not leave children unattended in avehicle. They could release the park-ing brake and cause an accident.

STARTING THE ENGINE PARKING BRAKE OPERATION

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To apply: pull the lever out.

To release:

1. Firmly apply foot brake.

2. Manual transmission models:Place the gearshift in the N (Neutral)position.

Automatic transmission models:Move the shift selector lever to the P(Park) position.

3. While pulling out on the parking brakelever slightly, push and hold the release

button, turn the lever and push it incompletely.

4. Before driving, be sure the brake warninglight goes out.

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Precautions

I The cruise indicator light in the instru-ment panel may blink when the cruisecontrol main switch is turned ON whilepushing the RES/ACCEL, COAST/SET,or CANCEL switch. To properly set thecruise control system, perform the follow-ing steps in the order indicated.

I If the cruise control system malfunctions,it cancels automatically. The CRUISElight in the instrument panel then blinks towarn the driver.

I If the cruise light blinks, turn the cruise

control main switch off and have thesystem checked by an authorized NIS-SAN dealer.

WARNINGDo not use the cruise control whendriving under the following conditions:

I When it is not possible to keep thevehicle at a set speed.

I In heavy traffic or in traffic that var-ies in speed.

I On winding or hilly roads.

I On slippery roads (rain, snow, ice,etc.).

I In very windy areas.

Doing so could cause a loss of vehiclecontrol and result in an accident.

CAUTION

On manual transmission models, donot shift into N (Neutral) without de-pressing the clutch pedal when thecruise control is set. Should this occur,depress the clutch pedal and turn themain switch off immediately. Failure todo so may cause engine damage.

The cruise control allows driving at a fixedspeed between 30 and 90 MPH (48 and 145km/h) without keeping your foot on theaccelerator pedal.

To turn on the cruise control, push themain switch on. The CRUISE CONT indica-tor light comes on.

To set at cruising speed, accelerate yourvehicle to the desired speed, push theCOAST/SET switch and release it. TheCRUISE light in the instrument panel comes

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on. Take your foot off the accelerator pedal.Your vehicle maintains the set speed.

To pass another vehicle, depress the ac-celerator pedal. When you release thepedal, the vehicle returns to the previouslyset speed.

I The vehicle may not maintain the setspeed when going up or down steephills. If this happens, drive without thecruise control.

To cancel the preset speed, use one of thefollowing three methods:

a) Push the CANCEL button; the CRUISElight in the instrument panel goes out.

b) Tap the brake pedal; the CRUISE lightgoes out.

c) Turn the main switch off. Both the CRUISECONT and CRUISE lights go out.

The cruise control is automatically can-celled and the CRUISE light goes out if:

I you depress the brake pedal while push-ing the RES/ACCEL set switch.

I the vehicle slows down more than 8 MPH(13 km/h) below the set speed.

I you depress the clutch pedal (manualtransmission), or move the shift lever tothe N (Neutral) position (automatic trans-mission).

To reset at a faster cruising speed, useone of the following three methods:

a) Depress the accelerator pedal. When thevehicle attains the desired speed, pushand release the COAST/SET switch.

b) Push and hold the RES/ACCEL setswitch. When the vehicle attains thespeed you desire, release the switch.

c) Push, and release the RES/ACCEL setswitch. Each time you do this, the setspeed increases by about 1 MPH (1.6km/h).

To reset at a slower cruising speed, useone of the following three methods:

a) Lightly tap the brake pedal. When thevehicle attains the desired speed, pushthe COAST/SET switch and release it.

b) Push and hold the COAST/SET switch.Release the switch when the vehicleslows down to the desired speed.

c) Push, and release the COAST/SET

switch. Each time you do this, the setspeed decreases by about 1 MPH (1.6km/h).

To resume the preset speed, push andrelease the RES/ACCEL switch. The ve-hicle returns to the last set cruising speedwhen the vehicle speed is over 30 MPH (48km/h).

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During the first 1,000 miles (1,609 km),follow these recommendations for the futurereliability and economy of your new vehicle.Failure to follow these recommendationsmay result in vehicle damage or shortenedengine life.

I Do not run the engine over 4,000 rpm.

I Do not drive over the following speedlimits:

two-wheel drive models:55 MPH (88 km/h)

four-wheel drive models(2H or 4H position):

55 MPH (88 km/h)

four-wheel drive models(4L position):

30 MPH (48 km/h)

I Do not accelerate at full throttle in anygear.

I Avoid quick starts.

I Avoid hard braking as much as possible.

I Do not tow a trailer for the first 500 miles(805 km).

I Accelerate slowly and smoothly. Maintaincruising speeds with a constant accelera-tor position.

I Drive at moderate speeds on the high-way. Driving at high speeds lowers fueleconomy.

I Avoid unnecessary stopping and brak-ing. Maintain a safe distance behindother vehicles.

I Use a proper gear range which suits roadconditions. On level roads, shift into highgear as soon as possible.

I Avoid unnecessary engine idling.

I Keep your engine tuned up.

I Follow the recommended periodic main-tenance schedule.

I Keep the tires inflated to the correctpressure. Low tire pressure increasestire wear and wastes fuel.

I Keep the front wheels in correct align-ment. Improper alignment increases tirewear and lowers fuel economy.

I Air conditioner operation lowers fueleconomy. Use the air conditioner onlywhen necessary.

I When cruising at highway speeds, it ismore economical to use the air condi-tioner and leave the windows closed toreduce drag.

I

Use 4H or 4L position only when neces-sary. Four-wheel drive operation lowersfuel economy.

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CAUTION

Do not drive on dry hard surface roadsin four-wheel drive. Driving on dry hardsurfaces in 4H or 4L may cause unnec-essary noise, tire wear, and increasedfuel consumption. NISSAN recom-mends driving in the 2H position underthese conditions.

WARNING

I When parking the vehicle, apply theparking brake and always make sureto shift the transfer control lever intothe 2H, 4H or 4L position.

I Do not leave the transfer control le-ver in the N (Neutral) position. Oth-erwise, the vehicle could roll unex-pectedly even if the manualtransmission is in gear or the auto-matic transmission is in the P (Park)position.

I Failure to engage the transfer con-trol lever in 2H, 4H, or 4L could resultin the vehicle moving unexpectedly,resulting in serious personal injuryor property damage.

2H — (2WD, high range) Only the rearwheels are driven. Use for driving under thesame conditions as standard 2WD vehiclesor state dynamometer I/M testing.

4H — (4WD, high range) Four wheels aredriven. Use when driving on roads where itis difficult to drive in the 2H position (i.e.,driving at normal speeds on snow covered,icy, wet, muddy or sandy roads).

4L — (4WD, low range) Four wheels aredriven. Use when climbing or descendingsteep hills, or during hard driving in sand,mud or deep snow. The 4L position providesmaximum power and traction. Avoid raisingvehicle speed excessively, as the maximumspeed is approximately 30 MPH (48 km/h).

N — No wheels are driven. Always keep thetransfer lever out of the N (Neutral) position.Shift the lever quickly and smoothly whenmoving across the N (Neutral) position withthe vehicle stopped.

Your NISSAN is equipped with one of two4WD systems, auto-lock free-running hubsor manual-lock free-running hubs.

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The auto-lock free-running hub is designedto allow for automatic four-wheel drive en-gagement when the shift lever is moved tothe 4H or 4L position. If your vehicle isequipped with this system, follow these op-erational cautions:

CAUTIONI The auto-locking hubs will make a

clicking noise when engaging anddisengaging. This is normal.

I Accelerating quickly from a stop af-ter shifting from two-wheel drive tofour-wheel drive may not allow en-gagement of the auto-locking free-running hubs and may cause a clat-tering noise. Continued use of thevehicle with this noise may damagethe hub lock. In such a case, releasethe accelerator pedal to reduce theengine speed or stop the vehicle.

I If the auto-locking hubs make a clat-tering noise after shifting from four-wheel drive to two-wheel drive, stopand move the vehicle about 7 to 10feet (2 to 3 m) in reverse.

I Under extremely cold conditions[below 5°F (-15°C)], the front axleshafts may rotate even with thetransfer lever in the 2H position. Ifthis occurs, the auto-locking hubsmay make a clattering noise. Toavoid this, drive first in four-wheeldrive to warm up the vehicle anddifferential gear oil. Then, shift totwo-wheel drive.

I In cold weather, it may be necessaryto reduce speed or stop the vehiclein order to shift from two-wheel driveto four-wheel drive.

I When shifting into or out of four-wheel drive while driving, do notstop shift lever movement midway.An incomplete shift may cause aclattering noise from the auto-locking hubs. Continued use of thevehicle with this noise may damagethe hub lock. Drive in four-wheeldrive to stop the noise. Shift to two-wheel drive as described.

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TO SHIFT TRANSFERCASE:

SHIFT PROCEDURE FOR AUTO-LOCK FREE-RUNNING HUBS

From 2H to 4HMove the transfer lever to 4H at speeds below 25 MPH (40 km/h). It is not necessary to depress the clutch pedal. Performthis operation when driving straight.

From 4H to 2H

Move the transfer lever to 2H. This can be done at any speed, and it is not necessary to depress the clutch pedal. Performthis operation when driving straight.NOTE:AUTO-LOCK hubs will not disengage until the vehicle is moved about 3 feet (1 m) in the opposite direction oftravel:I When driving forward, stop and move the vehicle 3 feet (1 m) in reverse.I When backing up, stop and move 3 feet (1 m) forward, then move the vehicle about 3 feet (1 m) in reverse. Dis-

engaging the AUTO LOCK hubs will allow for better fuel economy, quieter ride and less component wear.

From 4H to 4L or 4L to4H

1. Stop the vehicle.2. Depress the clutch pedal, or place the selector lever in the N (Neutral) position.3. Depress the transfer lever and move it to the 4L or 4H position. Change gears quickly and smoothly.

From 2H to 4L1. Stop the vehicle.2. Depress the clutch pedal, or place the selector lever in the N (Neutral) position.3. Depress the transfer lever and move it to 4L. Change gears quickly and smoothly.

From 4L to 2H

1. Stop the vehicle.2. Depress the clutch pedal, or place the selector lever in the N (Neutral) position.3. Depress the transfer lever and move it to 2H. Change gears quickly and smoothly.NOTE:Follow the NOTE shown in shifting from 4H to 2H.

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CAUTION

I Never drive in four-wheel drive (4Hor 4L) with the manual lock free-running hubs in the FREE position.

I Do not drive your vehicle with theleft and right manual lock free-running hubs set to different posi-tions.

I To ensure proper lubrication of frontdrive components, drive in the LOCKposition for at least 10 miles (16 km)each month.

The manual-lock free-running hubs are de-signed to allow you to engage or disengagethe front drive shaft to the front wheels.Before driving, set the free-running hub tothe desired position:

I two-wheel operation — Turn the knob tothe FREE position.

I four-wheel operation — Turn the knob tothe LOCK position.

Be certain to align the S mark on the knobwith the I mark on the wheel hub.

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TO SHIFT TRANSFERCASE:

SHIFT PROCEDURE FOR MANUAL-LOCK FREE-RUNNING HUBS

From 2H to 4H1. Stop the vehicle.2. Set both free-running hubs in the LOCK position.3. Move the transfer lever to 4H. It is not necessary to depress the clutch pedal.

From 4H to 2H

Move the transfer lever to 2H. This can be done at any speed, and it is not necessary to depress the clutch pedal. Performthis operation when driving straight.NOTE:For two-wheel drive operation, set the free-running hubs in the FREE position. Disengaging the MANUAL LOCKhubs will allow for better fuel economy, quieter ride and less component wear.

From 4H to 4L or 4L to4H

1. Stop the vehicle.2. Depress the clutch pedal, or place the selector lever in the P (Park) position.3. Depress the transfer lever and move it to the desired 4L or 4H position. Change gears quickly and smoothly.

From 2H to 4L

1. Stop the vehicle.2. Set free-running hubs in the LOCK position.3. Depress the clutch pedal, or place the selector lever in the P (Park) position.4. Depress the transfer lever and move it to 4L. Change gears quickly and smoothly.

From 4L to 2H

1. Stop the vehicle.2. Depress the clutch pedal, or place the selector lever in the P (Park) position.3. Depress the transfer lever and move it to 2H. Change gears quickly and smoothly.NOTE:Follow the NOTE shown in shifting from 4H to 2H.

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CAUTION

Always use tires of the same type, size,brand, construction (bias, bias-beltedor radial), and tread pattern on all fourwheels. Failure to do so may result in acircumference difference between tireson the front and rear axles which willcause excessive tire wear and maydamage the transmission, transfercase and differential gears.

If excessive tire wear is found, it is recom-mended that all four tires be replaced withtires of the same size, brand, constructionand tread pattern. The tire pressure andwheel alignment should also be checkedand corrected as necessary. Contact anauthorized NISSAN dealer.

Snow tiresIf you install snow tires, they must also bethe same size, brand, construction andtread pattern on all four wheels.

Tire inflation pressurePeriodically check the pressure in all tires,including the spare, with a gauge. Adjust tothe specified pressure if necessary. Tire

pressures are shown on the tire placardaffixed to the glove box.

Tire chainTire chains must be installed only on therear wheels and not on the front wheels.

Do not drive with tire chains on paved roadswhich are clear of snow. Driving with chainsin such conditions can cause damage to thevarious mechanisms of the vehicle due tosome overstress. When driving on clearpaved roads, be sure to change to 2WD.

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WARNINGI Do not park the vehicle over flam-

mable materials such as dry grass,waste paper or rags. They may igniteand cause a fire.

I The transfer control levermust be in the 2H, 4H or 4L positionand the parking brake set to preventthe vehicle from rolling.

I Never place the transfer control le-ver in the N (Neutral) position. Oth-erwise, the vehicle could roll unex-

pectedly even if the manual trans-mission is in gear or the automatictransmission is in the P (Park) posi-tion. This could result in serious in-jury or property damage.

I Safe parking procedures require thatboth the parking brake be set andthe transmission placed into P (Park)for automatic transmission modelsor in an appropriate gear for manualtransmissions models. Failure to doso could cause the vehicle to moveunexpectedly or roll away and result

in an accident. Make sure the shiftlever has been pushed as far forwardas it can go and cannot be movedwithout depressing the button at theend of the lever.

I Never leave children unattended inthe vehicle.

I Do not leave children unattended in-side the vehicle. They could unknow-ingly activate switches or controls.Unattended children could becomeinvolved in serious accidents.

I If the ATP lamp is ON, this indicatesthat the automatic transmission P(park) position will not function andthe transfer control lever is in the N(neutral) position. Failure to engagethe transfer control lever in the 2H,4H or 4L position could result in thevehicle moving unexpectedly, result-ing in serious personal injury orproperty damage.

1. Firmly apply the parking brake.

2. Manual transmission models:

Place the gearshift lever in the R (Re-

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verse) position. When parking on an up-hill grade, place the gearshift lever in the1st position.

Automatic transmission models:

Move the gearshift lever to the P (Park)position.

3. To help prevent the vehicle from rollinginto the street when parked on an incline,it is a good practice to turn the wheels asillustrated.

I HEADED DOWNHILL WITH CURB: ➀1

Turn the wheels into the curb and movethe vehicle forward until the curb sidewheel gently touches the curb.

I HEADED UPHILL WITH CURB: ➁2

Turn the wheels away from the curb andmove the vehicle back until the curb sidewheel gently touches the curb.

I HEADED UPHILL OR DOWNHILL, NOCURB: ➂3

Turn the wheels toward the side of theroad so the vehicle will move away fromthe center of the road if it moves.

4. Turn the ignition key to the LOCK posi-tion and remove the key.

The power assisted steering is designed touse a hydraulic pump, driven by the engine,to assist steering.

If the engine stops or drive belt breaks, youwill still have control of the vehicle. How-ever, much greater steering effort is needed,especially in sharp turns and at low speeds.

WARNINGIf the engine is not running or is turnedoff while driving, the power assist forthe steering will not work. Steering willbe much harder to operate.

The brake system has two separate hydrau-lic circuits. If one circuit develops a problem,you will still have braking at two wheels.

Vacuum assisted brakes

The brake booster aids braking by usingengine vacuum. If the engine stops, you canstop the vehicle by depressing the brakepedal. However, greater foot pressure onthe brake pedal will be required to stop thevehicle and stopping distance will be longer.

Wet brakes

When the vehicle is washed or driventhrough water, the brakes may get wet. As aresult, your braking distance will be longerand the vehicle may pull to one side duringbraking.

To dry the brakes, drive the vehicle at a safespeed while lightly pressing the brake pedalto heat the brakes. Do this until the brakesreturn to normal. Avoid driving the vehicle athigh speeds until the brakes function cor-rectly.

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Using the brakes

Avoid resting your foot on the brake pedalwhile driving. This will overheat the brakes,wear out the brake linings and pads faster,and reduce gas mileage.

To help reduce brake wear, and to preventthe brakes from overheating, reduce speedand downshift to a lower gear before goingdown a slope or long grade.

WARNINGI While driving on a slippery surface,

be careful when braking, accelerat-ing or downshifting. Abrupt brakingor accelerating could cause thewheels to skid and result in an acci-dent.

I If the engine is not running or isturned off while driving, the powerassist for the brakes will not work.Braking will be harder.

Normal Operation

The anti-lock brake system does not oper-ate at speeds below 3 to 6 MPH (5 to 10km/h). (The speeds vary according to roadconditions.)

When driving, the anti-lock brake systemcontrols the wheels so they will not lockwhen braking abruptly or when braking on aslippery road. Thus, difficult steering andswerving of the vehicle due to lockedwheels is minimized. The system detectsthe wheel rotation rate and electronicallycontrols the pressure applied to each brake.Slight vibration on the brake pedal accom-panied by noise usually occurs while theABS system is operating. Such vibrationand noise encountered during abrupt brak-ing is not a problem, but indicates that thesystem is functioning.

Self-test featureThe anti-lock brake system consists of elec-tronic sensors and hydraulic solenoids con-trolled by a computer. The computer has abuilt-in diagnostic feature that tests the sys-tem each time you start the engine andmove the vehicle at a low speed in forwardor reverse. When the self-test occurs, you

may hear a ‘‘clunk’’ noise and/or feel apulsation in the brake pedal. This is normaland is not an indication of any malfunction. Ifthe computer senses any malfunction, itswitches the anti-lock brake system off andturns on the ABS brake warning light in thedashboard. The brake system then operatesnormally, but without anti-lock assistance.

If an abnormality occurs in the system, theanti-lock function will cease but the ordinarybrakes will continue to operate normally. TheABS brake warning light will then come on.

If the light comes on while you are driving,contact an authorized NISSAN dealer forrepair.

Using the system (4 wheel ABS)Depress the brake pedal and hold it down.

WARNINGDo not pump the brake pedal. Doing somay result in increased stopping dis-tances.

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Using the system (2 wheel RearABS)Depress the brake pedal and hold it down.

With the rear anti-lock brake system, thefront wheels can still lock. If this happens,release the brake pedal slightly and thenreapply pressure.

WARNINGThe anti-lock brake system is a sophis-ticated device, but it cannot preventaccidents resulting from careless ordangerous driving techniques. It canhelp maintain vehicle control duringbraking on slippery surfaces, but re-member that the stopping distance onslippery surfaces will be longer than onnormal surfaces even with the anti-lockbrake system. Stopping distances mayalso be longer on rough, gravel, orsnow covered roads, or if you are usingtire chains. Always maintain a safe dis-tance from the vehicle in front of you.Ultimately, the responsibility for safetyof self and others rests in the hands ofthe driver.

Tire type and condition may also affectbraking effectiveness.

I When replacing tires, install thespecified size of tires on all fourwheels.

I When installing a spare tire, makesure it is the proper size and type asspecified on the tire placard. For tireplacard location information, refer to‘‘Tire placard’’ in the ‘‘Technical andconsumer information’’ section ofthis manual.

For additional information, refer to ″Wheelsand Tires″ in the ″Do-it-yourself″ section ofthis manual.

Freeing a frozen door lock

To prevent a door lock from freezing, applyde-icer or glycerin through the key hole. Ifthe lock becomes frozen, heat the key be-fore inserting it in the key hole.

Anti-freeze

In the winter when it is anticipated that thetemperature will drop below 32°F (0°C),check anti-freeze (ethylene glycol base) toassure proper winter protection. For details,see ‘‘Engine cooling system’’ in the ‘‘Do-it-yourself’’ section of this manual.

BatteryIf the battery is not fully charged duringextremely cold weather conditions, the bat-tery fluid may freeze and damage the bat-tery. To maintain maximum efficiency, thebattery should be checked regularly. Fordetails, see ‘‘Battery’’ in the ‘‘Do-it-yourself’’section of this manual.

Draining of coolant waterIf the vehicle is to be left outside withoutanti-freeze, drain the cooling system byopening the drain valves located under theradiator and on the engine block. Refill

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before operating the vehicle. For details,see ‘‘Changing engine coolant’’ in the ‘‘Do-it-yourself’’ section of this manual.

Tire equipment

1. SUMMER tires have a tread designed toprovide superior performance on drypavement. However, the performance ofthese tires will be substantially reducedin snowy and icy conditions. If you oper-ate your vehicle on snowy or icy roads,NISSAN recommends the use on all fourwheels of MUD & SNOW or ALL SEA-SON tires. Please consult your NISSANdealer for the tire type, size, speed ratingand availability information.

2. For additional traction on icy roads, stud-ded tires may be used. However, someU.S. states and Canadian provinces pro-hibit their use. Check local, state andprovincial laws before installing studdedtires.

Skid and traction capabilities of studdedsnow tires on wet or dry surfaces may bepoorer than that of non-studded snowtires.

3. Tire chains may be used. Use of tirechains may be prohibited according to

location. Check the local laws beforeinstalling tire chains. When installing tirechains, make sure they are of proper sizefor the tires on your vehicle and areinstalled according to the chain manufac-turer’s suggestions. Use only SAEClass ‘‘S’’ chains. Other types maydamage your vehicle. Use chain tension-ers when recommended by the tire chainmanufacturer to ensure a tight fit. Looseend links of the tire chain must be se-cured or removed to prevent the possi-bility of whipping action damage to thefenders or undercarriage. If possible,avoid fully loading your vehicle whenusing tire chains. In addition, drive at areduced speed, otherwise, your vehiclemay be damaged and/or vehicle handlingand performance may be adversely af-fected. Never install tire chains on aTEMPORARY USE ONLY spare tire. Donot use tire chains on dry roads.

Special winter equipmentIt is recommended that the following itemsbe carried in the vehicle during winter:

1. A scraper and stiff-bristled brush to re-move ice and snow from the windowsand wiper blades.

2. A sturdy, flat board to be placed underthe jack to give it firm support.

3. A shovel to dig the vehicle out of snow-drifts.

4. Extra window washer fluid to refill thereservoir tank.

Driving on snow or ice

WARNINGI Wet ice (32°F, 0°C and freezing rain),

very cold snow, or ice can be slickand very hard to drive on. The ve-hicle will have much less traction or‘‘grip’’ under these conditions. Try toavoid driving on wet ice until theroad is salted or sanded.

I Whatever the condition, drive withcaution. Accelerate and slow downwith care. If accelerating or down-shifting too fast, the drive wheelswill lose even more traction.

I Allow more stopping distance underthese conditions. Braking should bestarted sooner than on dry pavement.

I Allow greater following distances onslippery roads.

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I Watch for slippery spots (glare ice).These may appear on an otherwiseclear road in shaded areas. If a patchof ice is seen ahead, brake beforereaching it. Try not to brake whileactually on the ice, and avoid anysudden steering maneuvers.

I Do not use the cruise control onslippery roads.

I Snow can trap dangerous exhaustgases under your vehicle. Keepsnow clear of the exhaust pipe andfrom around your vehicle.

Engine block heater (if so equipped)An engine block heater to assist extremecold temperature starting is availablethrough an authorized NISSAN dealer.

WARNINGDo not use your heater with an un-grounded electrical system or two-pronged (cheater) adapters. You can beinjured by an electrical shock if you usean ungrounded connection.

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Flat tire ...................................................................6-2Pantograph type jack .............................................6-5Jump starting ..........................................................6-8Push starting...........................................................6-9If your vehicle overheats ......................................6-10

Tow truck towing ..................................................6-11Two-wheel drive models ......................................6-12Four-wheel drive models......................................6-12Vehicle recovery (freeing a stuck vehicle) ...........6-13

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If you have a flat tire, follow the instructionsbelow:

Stopping the vehicle

1. Safely move the vehicle off the road andaway from traffic.

2. Turn on the hazard warning flashers.

3. Park on a level surface and apply theparking brake. Shift the manual transmis-sion into R (Reverse), or the automatictransmission into P (Park).

WARNINGI The transfer control lever

must be in the 2H, 4H or 4L position.

I Do not leave the transfer control le-ver in the N (Neutral) position. Other-wise, the vehicle could roll unexpect-edly even if the manual transmissionis in any gear or the automatic trans-mission is in the P (Park) position.This could result in serious personalinjury or property damage.

4. Turn off the engine.

5. Raise the hood to warn other traffic andto signal professional road assistance

personnel that you require assistance.

6. Have all passengers get out of the ve-hicle and stand in a safe place away fromtraffic and clear of the vehicle.

WARNINGI Make sure the parking brake is se-

curely applied and the manual trans-mission is shifted into R (Reverse),or the automatic transmission into P(Park).

I Never change tires when the vehicleis on a slope, ice or slippery areas.This is hazardous.

I Never change tires if oncoming traf-fic is close to your vehicle. Wait forprofessional road assistance.

Blocking wheelsPlace suitable blocks at both the front andback of the wheel diagonally opposite theflat tire to prevent the vehicle from rollingwhen it is jacked up.

WARNINGBe sure to block the wheel as the ve-hicle may move and result in personalinjury.

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FLAT TIRE

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Getting the spare tire and tools1. For Standard cab models:

a. Move the bench seat back fully for-ward.

b. Remove the jack, jack rod, and wheelnut wrench from behind the driver’sside of the bench seat.

For King cab models:a. Move the driver’s seat back fully forward.b. Remove the jack and wheel nut wrench

from the tool case from behind the driv-er’s seat.

c. Remove the jack rod from behind thedriver’s seat.

For Crew cab models:a. Tilt the rear bench seat forwardb. Remove the jack, jack rod, and tool case

from behind the rear bench seat.

2. Fit the square end of the jack rod into thesquare hole of the wheel nut wrench toform a handle.

3. Find the oval shaped opening under themiddle of the tailgate. Pass the T-shapedend of the jack rod through the openingand direct it towards the spare tire winch,located directly above the spare tire.

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4. Seat the T-shaped end of the jack rodinto the T-shaped opening of the sparetire winch, and turn the jack rod counter-clockwise to lower the spare tire.

5. Once the spare tire is completely low-ered, reach under the vehicle, removethe retainer chain, and carefully slide thetire from under the rear of the vehicle.

CAUTIONI Be sure to center the spare tire sus-

pending plate on the wheel and thenlift the spare tire.

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Removing wheel cover

CAUTIONDo not use your hands to pry off wheelcaps or wheel covers. Doing so couldresult in personal injury.

Use caution not to scratch the wheel coveror wheel surface.

Jacking up the vehicle and remov-ing the wheelAlways refer to the proper illustrations forthe correct placement and jack-up points foryour specific vehicle model and jack type.

WARNING

I Never get under the vehicle while itis supported only by the jack.

I Use only the jack provided with yourvehicle to lift the vehicle. Do not usethe jack provided with your vehicleon other vehicles. The jack is de-signed for lifting only your vehicleduring a tire change.

I Use the correct jack up points; Neveruse any other part of the vehicle forjack support.

I Never jack up the vehicle more thannecessary.

I Never use blocks on or under thejack.

I Do not allow passengers to stay inthe vehicle while it is on the jack.

I Do not start or run the engine whilevehicle is on the jack. It may causethe vehicle to move. This is espe-cially true for vehicles with limitedslip differential carriers.

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PANTOGRAPH TYPE JACK

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WARNING

I Incorrect wheel nuts or improperlytightened wheel nuts can cause thewheel to become loose or come off.This could cause an accident.

I Do not use oil or grease on the wheelstuds or nuts. This could cause thenuts to become loose.

Installing the spare tire

The spare tire is designed for emergencyuse. See specific instructions under theheading ‘‘Wheels and tires’’ in the ‘‘Do-

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it-yourself’’ section of this owner’smanual.

1. Clean any mud or dirt from the surfacebetween the wheel and hub.

2. Carefully put the spare tire on and tightenthe wheel nuts finger tight.

3. With the wheel nut wrench, tighten thewheel nuts alternately and evenly untilthey are tight.

4. Lower the vehicle slowly until the tiretouches the ground. Then, with the wheelnut wrench, tighten the wheel nuts se-curely in the sequence as illustrated.Lower the vehicle completely.

As soon as possible, tighten the wheelnuts to the specified torque with a torquewrench.

Wheel nut tightening torque:87 to 108 ft-lb (118 to 147 N ⋅m)

The wheel nuts must be kept tightened tospecification at all times. It is recom-mended that wheel nuts be tightened tospecification at each lubrication interval.

Adjust tire pressure to the COLD pres-sure.

COLD pressure:

After vehicle has been parked for threehours or more or driven less than 1 mile(1.6 km).

COLD tire pressures are shown on thetire placard affixed to the inside of theglove box lid.

I Retighten the wheel nuts when thevehicle has been driven for 600 miles(1,000 km) (also in cases of a flat tire,etc.).

5. Securely store the flat tire and jackingequipment in the vehicle.

WARNING

I Always make sure that the spare tireand jacking equipment are properlysecured after use. Such items canbecome dangerous projectiles in anaccident or sudden stop.

I The spare tire is designed for emer-gency use. See specific instructionsunder the heading ‘‘Wheels andtires’’ in the ‘‘Do-it-yourself’’ sectionof this manual.

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To start your engine with a booster battery,the instructions and precautions below mustbe followed.

WARNINGI If done incorrectly, jump starting can

lead to a battery explosion, resultingin severe injury or death. It couldalso damage your vehicle.

I Explosive hydrogen gas is alwayspresent in the vicinity of the battery.Keep all sparks and flames awayfrom the battery.

I Do not allow battery fluid to comeinto contact with eyes, skin, clothingor painted surfaces. Battery fluid is acorrosive sulphuric acid solutionwhich can cause severe burns. If thefluid should come into contact withanything, immediately flush the con-tacted area with water.

I Keep battery out of the reach ofchildren.

I The booster battery must be rated at12 volts. Use of an improperly ratedbattery can damage your vehicle.

I Your vehicle has an automatic en-gine cooling fan. It could come on atany time. Keeps hands and otherobjects away from it.

I Whenever working on or near a bat-tery, always wear suitable eye pro-tectors (e.g., goggles or industrialsafety spectacles) and remove rings,metal bands, or any other jewelry. Donot lean over the battery when jumpstarting.

I Do not attempt to jump start a frozenbattery. It could explode and cause

serious injury.

WARNING

Always follow the instructions below.Failure to do so could result in damageto the charging system and cause per-sonal injury.

1. If the booster battery is in another vehicle,position the two vehicles to bring theirbatteries into close proximity to each other.

Do not allow the two vehicles to touch.

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2. Apply the parking brake. Move the shiftselector lever to N (Neutral) (on auto-matic transmission models, move thelever to P (Park)). Switch off all unneces-sary electrical systems (lights, heater, airconditioner, etc.).

3. Remove vent caps on the battery (if soequipped). Cover the battery with an oldcloth to reduce explosion hazard.

4. Connect jumper cables in the sequenceas illustrated.

CAUTIONI Always connect positive (+) to posi-

tive (+) and negative (−) to bodyground (for example, engine liftbracket, etc.)—not to the battery.

I Make sure the jumper cables do nottouch moving parts in the enginecompartment and that the cableclamps do not contact any othermetal.

5. Start the engine of the booster vehicleand let it run for a few minutes.

6. Keep the engine speed of the boostervehicle at about 2,000 r/min, and start theengine of the vehicle being jump started.

CAUTIONDo not keep the starter motor engagedfor more than 10 seconds. If the enginedoes not start right away, turn the keyoff and wait 3 to 4 seconds beforetrying again.

7. After starting your engine, carefully dis-connect the negative cable and then thepositive cable.

8. Replace the vent caps (if so equipped).Be sure to dispose of the cloth used tocover the vent holes as it may be con-taminated with corrosive acid.

CAUTIONI Automatic transmission models can-

not be push started. This may causetransmission damage.

I Three-way catalyst equipped modelsshould not be started by pushing.The three-way catalyst may be dam-aged.

I Never try to start the vehicle by tow-ing it. When the engine starts, theforward surge could cause the ve-hicle to collide with the tow vehicle.

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If your vehicle is overheating (indicated byan extremely high temperature gauge read-ing), or if you feel a lack of engine power, ordetect abnormal noise, etc., take the follow-ing steps:

WARNINGI Do not continue to drive if your ve-

hicle overheats. Doing so couldcause a vehicle fire.

I To avoid the danger of beingscalded, never remove the radiatorcap while the engine is still hot.When the radiator cap is removed,pressurized hot water will spurt out,possibly causing serious injury.

I Do not open the hood if steam iscoming out.

1. Move the vehicle safely off the road,apply the parking brake and move thegearshift lever to N (Neutral), or the au-tomatic transmission into P (Park).

Do not stop the engine.

2. Turn off the air conditioner (if soequipped). Open all of the windows,move the heater or air conditioner tem-

perature control to maximum hot and fancontrol to high speed.

3. If engine overheating is caused by climb-ing a long hill on a hot day, run the engineat a fast idle (approximately 1,500 r/min)until the temperature gauge indicator re-turns to normal.

4. Get out of the vehicle. Look and listen forsteam or coolant escaping from the ra-diator before opening the hood. Wait untilno steam or coolant can be seen beforeproceeding.

5. Open the hood.

WARNINGIf steam or water is coming from theengine, stand clear to prevent gettingburned.

6. Visually check drive belts for damage orlooseness. Also check if the cooling fan isrunning. The radiator hoses and radiatorshould not leak water. If coolant is leak-ing, or the water pump belt is missing orloose, or the cooling fan does not run,stop the engine.

WARNINGBe careful not to allow your hands, hair,jewelry or clothing to come into contactwith, or to get caught in, engine belts orthe engine cooling fan. The enginecooling fan can start at any time whenthe coolant temperature is high.

7. After the engine cools down, check thecoolant level in the reservoir tank with theengine running. Add coolant to the reser-voir tank if necessary. Have your vehiclerepaired at an authorized NISSANdealer.

IF YOUR VEHICLEOVERHEATS

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When towing your vehicle, U.S. States, Ca-nadian provinces and local regulations fortowing must be followed. Incorrect towingequipment could damage your vehicle. Tow-ing instructions are available from an autho-rized NISSAN dealer. Local service operatorsare generally familiar with the applicable lawsand procedures for towing. To assure propertowing and to prevent accidental damage toyour vehicle, NISSAN recommends having aservice operator tow your vehicle. It is advis-able to have the service operator carefullyread the following precautions:

WARNINGI Never ride in a vehicle that is being

towed.

I Never get under your vehicle after ithas been lifted by a tow truck.

CAUTIONI When towing, make sure that the

transmission, axles, steering systemand powertrain are in working con-dition. If any unit is damaged, dolliesmust be used.

I When towing with the front wheelson the ground or with the rearwheels on the ground (if you do notuse towing dollies): Move the trans-fer control shift lever into the 2Hposition.

I When towing with the front wheelson the ground: Turn the ignition keyto the OFF position and move thetransmission shift lever to the N(Neutral) position. To move the se-lector lever to the N (Neutral) posi-tion on automatic transmission mod-els, turn the ignition key to the ACCposition. After moving the sleectorlever to the N (Neutral) position, turnthe ignition key to the OFF positionand secure the steering wheel in thestraight ahead position with a ropeor similiar device. Never place theignition key in the LOCK position.This will result in damage to thesteering lock mechanism.

I When towing manual transmissionmodels with rear wheels on theground: Always release the parking

brake and move the transmissionshift lever to the N (Neutral) position.

I For four-wheel drive models:Set the free-running hubs to the freeposition. See ‘‘ Auto-lock free-running hubs” or ‘‘ Manual-lockfree-running hubs” as appropriate inthe ‘‘Starting and driving’’ section.Move the transfer case shift leverinto the 2H position and the trans-mission shift lever into the N (Neu-tral) position.

I Always attach safety chains beforetowing.

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TWO-WHEEL DRIVE MODELSNISSAN recommends that your vehicle betowed with the driving (rear) wheels off theground as illustrated.

CAUTION

If you have to tow your vehicle with fourwheels on the ground or with frontwheels raised (with rear wheels on theground), observe the following re-stricted towing speeds and distances:

Automatic transmission model:

I Speed: Below 30 MPH (48 km/h)

I Distance: Less than 40 miles (64 km)

Manual transmission model:

I Speed: Below 60 MPH (97 km/h)

I Distance: Less than 500 miles (805km)

If the speed or distance must necessarily begreater, remove the propeller shaft before-hand to prevent damage to the transmis-sion.

CAUTION

Never tow your vehicle from the rear(i.e., backward) with four wheels on theground, as this may cause serious andexpensive damage to the transmission.

FOUR-WHEEL DRIVE MODELSNISSAN recommends that a dolly be usedas illustrated when towing your vehicle.

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CAUTIONIf you have to tow your vehicle with fourwheels on the ground or with the frontor rear wheels raised, observe the fol-lowing restricted towing speeds anddistances:

Automatic transmission model:

I Speed: Below 30 MPH (48 km/h)

I Distance: Less than 40 miles (64 km)

Manual transmission models:

I Speed: Below 60 MPH (97 km/h)

I Distance: Less than 500 miles (805km)

If the speed or distance must necessarily begreater, remove the front and rear propellershafts beforehand to prevent damage to thetransmission.

CAUTIONI Never tow your vehicle from the rear

(i.e., backward) with four wheels onthe ground as this may cause seri-ous and expensive damage to thetransmission.

I Be sure to place the transfer controllever into the 2H position and thetransmission selector lever into theN (Neutral) position.

VEHICLE RECOVERY (freeing astuck vehicle)I Tow chains or cables must be attached

only to the main structural members ofthe vehicle.

I Pulling devices should be routed so theydo not touch any part of the suspension,steering, brake or cooling systems.

I Always pull the cable straight out fromthe front or rear of the vehicle. Never pullthe vehicle at an angle.

I Pulling devices such as ropes or canvasstraps are not recommended for use invehicle towing or recovery.

I Stand clear of a stuck vehicle.

WARNINGDo not spin your tires at high speed.This could cause them to explode andresult in serious injury. Parts of yourvehicle could also overheat and bedamaged.

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7 Appearance and care

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In order to maintain the appearance of yourvehicle, it is important to take proper care ofit.

In the following cases, please wash yourvehicle as soon as possible to protect thepaint surface:

I after a rainfall to prevent possible dam-age from acid rain.

I after driving on coastal roads.

I when contaminants such as soot, birddroppings, tree sap, metal particles orbugs get on the paint surface.

I when dust or mud builds up on thesurface.

Whenever possible, store or park your ve-hicle inside a garage or in a covered area.

When it is necessary to park outside, park ina shady area or protect the vehicle with abody cover.

Be careful not to scratch the paint sur-face when putting on or removing thebody cover.

WashingWash dirt off with a wet sponge and plentyof water. Clean the vehicle thoroughly usinga mild soap, a special vehicle soap orgeneral purpose dishwashing liquid mixedwith clean, lukewarm (never hot) water.

CAUTIONI Do not wash the vehicle with strong

household soap, strong chemicaldetergents, gasoline or solvents.

I Do not wash the vehicle in directsunlight or while the vehicle body ishot, as the surface may becomewater-spotted.

I Avoid using tight-napped or roughcloths, such as washing mitts. Caremust be taken when removingcaked-on dirt or other foreign sub-stances so the paint surface is notscratched or damaged.

Rinse the vehicle thoroughly with plenty ofclean water.

Inside flanges, seams and folds on thedoors, hatches and hood are particularlyvulnerable to the effects of road salt. There-fore, these areas must be regularly cleaned.Take care that the drain holes in the loweredge of the door are open. Spray waterunder the body and in the wheel wells toloosen the dirt and wash away road salt.

A damp chamois can be used to dry thevehicle to avoid water spots.

WaxingRegular waxing protects the paint surfaceand helps retain new vehicle appearance.After waxing, polishing is recommended toremove built-up residue and to avoid a‘‘weathered’’ appearance.

An authorized NISSAN dealer can assist

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you in choosing the proper product.

I Wax your vehicle only after a thoroughwashing. Follow the instructions sup-plied with the wax.

I Do not use a wax containing any abra-sives, cutting compounds or cleanersthat may damage the vehicle finish.

I If the surface does not polish easily, usea ‘‘road tar’’ remover and wax again.

Machine compounding or aggressive pol-ishing on a base coat/clear coat paint finishmay dull the finish or leave swirl marks.

Removing spotsRemove tar and oil spots, industrial dust,insects and tree sap as quickly as possiblefrom the surface of the paint to avoid per-manent damage or staining. Special clean-ing products are available at an authorizedNISSAN dealer or any automotive accesso-ries store.

UnderbodyIn areas where road salt is used in winter, itis necessary to clean the underbody regu-larly in order to prevent dirt and salt frombuilding up and causing corrosion on the

underbody and suspension. Before the win-ter period and again in the spring, theunderseal must be checked and, if neces-sary, retreated.

Cleaning glass

Use glass cleaner to remove smoke anddust film from the glass surfaces. It is nor-mal for glass to be coated with a film afterthe vehicle is parked in the hot sun. Glasscleaner and a soft cloth easily remove thisfilm.

CAUTION

When cleaning the inside of the win-dow, do not use sharp-edged tools orabrasive cleaners or chlorine-baseddisinfectant cleaners. They could dam-age the electrical conductors, radio an-tenna elements or rear window defog-ger elements.

Cleaning aluminum alloy wheels

Wash regularly, especially during wintermonths in areas where road salt is used.Salt could discolor the wheel if not removed.

Chrome partsClean all chrome parts regularly with anon-abrasive chrome polish to maintain thefinish.

Cleaning interiorOccasionally remove loose dust from theinterior trim, plastic parts and seats using avacuum cleaner or soft brush. Wipe thevinyl and leather surfaces with a clean, softcloth dampened in mild soap solution, thenwipe clean with a dry soft cloth. Beforeusing any fabric protector, read the manu-facturer’s recommendations. Some fabricprotectors contain chemicals that stain orbleach the seat material. Use a cloth damp-ened only with water, to clean the meter andgauge lens.

CAUTIONI Never use benzine, thinner or any

similar material.

I Never use fabric protectors unlessrecommended by the manufacturer.

I Do not use glass or plastic cleaneron meter or gauge lens covers. Itmay damage the lens cover.

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Floor mat positioning aid(Driver side only)Some models include a floor mat pin to actas a floor mat positioning aid. NISSAN floormats have been specially designed for yourvehicle model. The driver’s side floor mathas a grommet hole incorporated in it. Po-sition the mat by placing the floor mat pinthrough the floor mat grommet hole whilecentering the mat in the footwell. Periodi-cally check to make certain that the matsare properly positioned.

Floor matsThe use of genuine NISSAN floor mats canextend the life of your vehicle carpet andmake it easier to clean the interior. Nomatter what mats are used, be sure theyare fitted for your vehicle and are prop-erly positioned in the footwell to preventinterference with pedal operation. Matsshould be maintained with regular cleaningand replaced if they become excessivelyworn.

Seat beltsThe seat belts can be cleaned by wipingthem with a sponge dampened in a mildsoap solution. Allow the belts to dry com-pletely before using them.

WARNINGDo not allow wet seat belts to roll up inthe retractor. NEVER use bleach, dye orchemical solvents to clean the seatbelts, since these materials may se-verely weaken the seat belt webbing.

Most common factors contributingto vehicle corrosion.

1. The accumulation of moisture-retainingdirt and debris in body panel sections,cavities, and other areas.

2. Damage to paint and other protectivecoatings caused by gravel and stonechips or minor traffic accidents.

Environmental factors influence therate of corrosion.

Moisture

The accumulation of sand, dirt and water onthe underside of the body accelerates cor-rosion. Floor sections which have snow andice trapped under the floor matting will notdry.

Relative humidity

Corrosion will be accelerated:

I in areas of high relative humidity.

I in areas where the temperatures stayabove freezing.

I where atmospheric pollution exists.

I where road salt is used.

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Temperature

A temperature increase accelerates the rateof corrosion to those parts which are notwell ventilated.

Air pollution

Industrial pollution, the presence of salt inthe air in coastal areas, or heavy road saltuse will accelerate the corrosion process.Road salt will also accelerate the disintegra-tion of paint surfaces.

To protect your vehicle from corro-sion:I wash and wax your vehicle often to keep

the vehicle clean.

I always check for minor damage to thepaint and repair it as soon as possible.

I keep drain holes at the bottom of thedoors and tailgate open to avoid wateraccumulation.

I check the underbody and inside thepick-up box. If any sand, dirt or salt isaccumulated, wash it off with water assoon as possible.

CAUTION

I NEVER remove dirt, sand or otherdebris from the passenger compart-ment by washing it out with a hose.Remove dirt with a vacuum cleaneror broom.

I Never allow water or other liquids tocome in contact with electronic com-ponents inside the vehicle as thismay damage them.

Chemicals used for road surface de-icingare extremely corrosive. They acceleratecorrosion and deterioration of underbodycomponents such as the exhaust system,fuel and brake lines, brake cables, floor panand fenders.

In winter, the underbody must becleaned periodically.

For additional protection against rust andcorrosion, which may be required in someareas, consult an authorized NISSANdealer.

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8 Do-it-yourself

Maintenance precautions .......................................8-2Engine compartment check locations ....................8-3Engine cooling system ...........................................8-5Checking engine coolant level ...............................8-5Changing engine coolant .......................................8-6Engine oil ...............................................................8-9Checking engine oil level .......................................8-9Changing engine oil .............................................8-10Changing engine oil filter .....................................8-12Automatic transmission fluid (ATF) ......................8-13Temperature conditions for checking ATF...........8-13Power steering fluid..............................................8-14Brake and clutch fluid...........................................8-15Window washer fluid ............................................8-15Battery ..................................................................8-16Jump starting ........................................................8-17Drive belts ............................................................8-18

Spark plug replacement .......................................8-19Air cleaner housing filter ......................................8-21Wiper blades ........................................................8-22Parking brake check.............................................8-23Brake pedal ..........................................................8-23Brake booster .......................................................8-24Clutch pedal .........................................................8-25Fuses....................................................................8-26Multi-remote controller battery replacement ........8-27Light bulbs ............................................................8-29Headlights ............................................................8-29Bulb replacement .................................................8-30Front fog light bulb replacement (if soequipped) .............................................................8-32Wheels and tires...................................................8-33Four-wheel drive models......................................8-36

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When performing any inspection or mainte-nance work on your vehicle, always takecare to prevent serious accidental injury toyourself or damage to the vehicle. Thefollowing are general precautions whichshould be closely observed.

WARNINGI Park the vehicle on a level surface,

apply the parking brake securely andblock the wheels to prevent the ve-hicle from moving. For manual trans-mission models, move the shift leverto N (Neutral). For automatic trans-mission models, move the shift leverto P (Park).

I Be sure the ignition key is in the OFFor LOCK position when performingany parts replacement or repairs.

I Never leave the engine or automatictransmission related componentharnesses disconnected while theignition switch is in the ON position.

I Never connect or disconnect the bat-tery or any transistorized compo-nent while the ignition switch is inthe ON position.

I If you must work with the enginerunning, keep your hands, clothing,hair and tools away from movingfans, belts, and any other movingparts.

I It is advisable to secure or removeany loose clothing and remove anyjewelry, such as rings, watches, etc.,before working on your vehicle.

I Always wear eye protection when-ever you work on your vehicle.

I If you must run the engine in anenclosed space such as a garage, besure there is proper ventilation forexhaust gases to escape.

I Never get under the vehicle while itis supported only by a jack. If it isnecessary to work under the vehicle,support it with safety stands.

I Keep smoking materials, flame andsparks away from fuel tank and bat-tery.

I On gasoline engine models with themultiport fuel injection (MFI) system,the fuel filter or fuel lines shouldbeserviced by an authorized NISSAN

dealer because the fuellines are un-der high pressure even when theengine is off.

CAUTIONI Do not work under the hood while

the engine is hot. Turn the engine offand wait until it cools down.

I Never connect or disconnect eitherthe battery or any transistorizedcomponent connector while the igni-tion is on.

I Avoid contact with used engine oil.Improperly disposed engine oil and/or other vehicle fluids can damagethe environment. Always conform tolocal regulations for disposal of ve-hicle fluid.

This ‘‘Do-it-yourself’’ section gives instruc-tions regarding only those items which arerelatively easy for an owner to perform.

You should be aware that incomplete orimproper servicing may result in operatingdifficulties or excessive emissions, andcould affect your warranty coverage. If indoubt about any servicing, have it doneby an authorized NISSAN dealer.

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The engine cooling system is filled at thefactory with a high-quality, year-round,genuine NISSAN anti-freeze coolant solu-tion. The anti-freeze solution contains rustand corrosion inhibitors, therefore additionalengine cooling system additives are notnecessary.

CAUTIONWhen adding or replacing coolant, besure to use only an ethylene glycolanti-freeze with the proper mixture ratioof 50% Genuine Nissan Anti-freezecoolant or equivalent and 50% dem-ineralized or distilled water. The use ofother types of coolant solutions maydamage the engine cooling system.

Outside tempera-ture down to

GenuineNissanAnti-freezecoolant orequivalent

Deminer-alizedwater orDistilledwater°C °F

−35 −30 50% 50%

WARNINGI Never remove the radiator cap when

the engine is hot. Wait until the en-gine and radiator cool down. Seriousburns could be caused by high pres-sure fluid escaping from the radiator.See precautions in ‘‘If your vehicleoverheats’’ found in the ‘‘In case ofemergency’’ section of this manual.

I The radiator is equipped with a pres-sure type radiator cap. To preventengine damage, use only a genuineNISSAN radiator cap.

CHECKING ENGINE COOLANTLEVELCheck the coolant level in the reservoir tankwhen the engine is cold. If the coolant levelis below the MIN level, add coolant to theMAX level. If the reservoir tank is empty,check the coolant level in the radiator whenthe engine is cold. If there is insufficientcoolant in the radiator, fill the radiator withcoolant up to the filler opening and also addit to the reservoir tank up to the MAX level.

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If the cooling system frequently requirescoolant, have it checked by an autho-rized NISSAN dealer.

CHANGING ENGINE COOLANTI Major cooling system repairs should be

performed by an authorized NISSANdealer. The service procedures can befound in the appropriate NISSAN Ser-vice Manual.

I Improper servicing can result in reducedheater performance and engine over-heating.

WARNING

I To avoid the danger of beingscalded, never change the coolantwhen the engine is hot.

I Never remove the radiator cap whenthe engine is hot. Serious burnscould be caused by high pressurefluid escaping from the radiator.

1. Open the radiator drain valve. Open thedrain plugs on the engine block.

2. Open the radiator cap to drain the coolant.

3. Flush the cooling system by runningfresh water through the radiator.

4. Close the radiator drain valve and drainplug on the engine block securely.

5. See ‘‘Capacities and recommendedfuel/lubricants’’ in the ‘‘Technical andconsumer information’’ section for cool-ing system capacity. Fill the radiatorslowly with the proper mixture of coolantand water. Fill the reservoir tank slowlyup to the MAX level.

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6. Remove the splash shield.

I Remove the six push pins.

I Remove the six bolts and the splashshield.

7. Open and close the air release plug torelease air. Then fill the radiator againand install the radiator cap.

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8. Start the engine and warm it up until itreaches normal operating temperature.Then race the engine two or three timesunder no load. Watch the engine coolanttemperature gauge for signs of overheat-ing.

9. Stop the engine. After it completely coolsdown, refill the radiator up to the filleropening. Fill the reservoir tank up theMAX level.

10. Open and close the air release plug torelease air. Then fill the radiator againand install the radiator cap.

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11. Check the drain valve on the radiatorand drain plugs on the engine block forany sign of leakage.

CHECKING ENGINE OIL LEVEL1. Park the vehicle on a level surface and

apply the parking brake.

2. Start the engine and let it idle until itreaches operating temperature.

3. Turn off the engine. Wait a few minutesfor the oil to drain back into the oilpan.

4. Remove the dipstick and wipe it clean.Reinsert it all the way.

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5. Remove the dipstick again and check theoil level. It should be between the H(High) and L (Low) marks. If the oil levelis below the L (Low) mark, remove the oilfiller cap and pour recommended oilthrough the opening. Do not overfill.

6. Recheck oil level with dipstick.

It is normal to add some oil between oilmaintenance intervals or during thebreak-in period, depending on the sever-ity of operating conditions.

CAUTION

Oil level should be checked regularly.Operating the engine with an insuffi-cient amount of oil can damage theengine, and such damage is not cov-ered by warranty.

CHANGING ENGINE OIL1. Park the vehicle on a level surface and

apply the parking brake.

2. Start the engine and let idle until itreaches operating temperature, and thenturn it off.

3. Remove the oil filler cap.

4. Place a large drain pan under the drainplug.

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5. Remove the drain plug with a wrench andcompletely drain the oil.

If the oil filter is to be changed, removeand replace it at this time. See ‘‘Chang-ing engine oil filter’’ later in this section.

WARNINGI Prolonged and repeated contact with

used engine oil may cause skin can-cer.

I Try to avoid direct skin contact withused oil. If skin contact is made,wash thoroughly with soap or handcleaner as soon as possible.

I Keep used engine oil out of reach ofchildren.

CAUTIONBe careful not to burn yourself. Theengine oil is hot.

Waste oil must be disposed of properly.Check your local regulations.

6. Clean and reinstall the drain plug andwasher. Securely tighten the drain plugwith a wrench. Do not use excessiveforce.

Drain plug tightening torque:22 to 29 ft-lb (29 to 39 N ⋅m)

7. Refill engine with a recommended oilthrough the oil filler opening then installthe oil filler cap securely.

See ‘‘Capacities and recommendedfuel/lubricants’’ in the ‘‘Technical andconsumer information’’ section for drainand refill capacity.

The drain and refill capacity depends onthe oil temperature and drain time. Usethese specifications for reference only.Always use the dipstick to determinewhen the proper amount of oil is in theengine.

8. Start the engine. Check for leakagearound the drain plug and oil filter. Cor-rect as required.

9. Turn the engine off and wait severalminutes. Check the oil level with thedipstick. Add engine oil if necessary.

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CHANGING ENGINE OIL FILTER1. Park the vehicle on a level surface and

apply the parking brake.

2. Turn the engine off.

3. Remove the splash shield.

I Remove the six push pins.

I Remove the six bolts and the splashshield.

4. Place a large drain pan under the oil filter.

5. Loosen the oil filter with an oil filterwrench. Then remove the oil filter byturning it by hand.

CAUTIONBe careful not to burn yourself. Theengine oil may be hot.

6. Wipe the engine oil filter mounting sur-face with a clean rag.

Be sure to remove any old rubber gasketremaining on the mounting surface of theengine.

7. Coat the rubber gasket on the new filterwith engine oil.

8. Screw in the oil filter until a slight resis-tance is felt, then tighten an additional2/3 turn.

9. Start the engine and check for leakagearound the oil filter. Correct as required.

10.Turn the engine off and wait severalminutes. Check the oil level. Add engineoil if necessary.

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WARNING

I When the engine is running, keephands, jewelry and clothing awayfrom any moving parts such as thecooling fan and drive belts.

I Automatic transmission fluid is poi-sonous and should be stored care-fully in marked containers out of thereach of children.

TEMPERATURE CONDITIONSFOR CHECKING ATF

I The fluid level should be checked usingthe HOT range on the dipstick after thefollowing conditions have been met:

— The engine should be warmed up tooperating temperature.

— The vehicle should be driven at least 5minutes.

— The ATF should be warmed to between122 and 176°F (50 and 80°C).

I The ATF can be checked at fluid tem-peratures of 86 to 122°F (30 to 50°C)using the COLD range on the dipstick

after the engine is warmed up and beforedriving. However, the fluid should bere-checked using the HOT range.

1. Park the vehicle on a level surface andset the parking brake.

2. Start the engine and then move the se-lector lever through each gear range,ending in P (Park).

3. Check the fluid level with the engineidling.

4. Remove the dipstick and wipe it cleanwith lint-free paper.

5. Re-insert the dipstick into the chargingpipe as far as it will go.

6. Remove the dipstick and note the read-ing. If the level is on the low side of eitherrange, add fluid through the chargingpipe.

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CAUTIONI DO NOT OVERFILL. Use ONLY NIS-

SAN Matic ‘D’ (Continental U.S. andAlaska) or Canada NISSAN AutomaticTransmission Fluid. Dexron TM

III/Mercon TM or equivalent may alsobe used. Outside the continentalUnited States and Alaska contact anauthorized NISSAN dealership formore information regarding suitablefluids, including recommendedbrand(s) of Dexron TM III/Mercon TM au-tomatic transmission fluid.

NOTE:

If the vehicle has been driven for a longtime at high speeds, or in city traffic inhot weather, or if it is being used to pulla trailer, the fluid level cannot be readaccurately. You should wait until the fluidhas cooled down (about 30 minutes).

The fluid level should be checked using theHOT MAX range on the power steering fluidreservoir at fluid temperatures of 122 to176°F (50 to 80°C) or using the COLD MAXrange on the power steering fluid reservoirat fluid temperatures of 32 to 86°F (0 to30°C).

CAUTIONI DO NOT OVERFILL.

I Recommended fluid is GenuineNISSAN PSFII or equivalent.

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Check the brake fluid level in the reservoir. Ifthe fluid level is below the MIN line or thebrake warning light comes on, add DOT 3fluid up to the MAX line.

Check the clutch fluid level in the reservoir(manual transmission only). If the fluid levelis below the MIN line, add DOT 3 fluid up tothe MAX line.

If fluid must be added frequently, the systemshould be thoroughly checked by an autho-rized NISSAN dealer.

For further brake and clutch fluid specifica-tion information, refer to ‘‘Capacities andrecommended fuel/lubricants’’ in the ‘‘Tech-nical and consumer information’’ section ofthis manual.

WARNINGUse only new fluid from a sealed con-tainer. Old, inferior or contaminatedfluid may damage the brake and clutchsystems. The use of improper fluidscan affect the vehicle’s stopping ability.

CAUTIONDo not spill the fluid on painted sur-faces. This will damage the paint. Iffluid is spilled, wash the surface withwater.

Follow the manufacturer’s instructions forthe mixture ratio.

CAUTIONI Do not substitute engine anti-freeze

coolant for windshield washer solu-tion. This may result in damage tothe paint.

I Do not fill the window washer reser-voir tank with washer fluid concen-trates at full strength. Some methylalcohol based washer fluid concen-

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trates may permanently stain thegrille if spilled while filling the win-dow washer reservoir tank.

I Pre-mix washer fluid concentrateswith water to the manufacturer’s rec-ommended levels before pouring thefluid into the window washer reser-voir tank. Do not use the windowwasher reservoir tank to mix thewasher fluid concentrate and water.

USA OnlyCheck the window washer fluid level in thereservoir tank and add fluid if necessary.Add a washer solvent to the water for bettercleaning. In the winter season, add a wind-shield washer anti-freeze. Follow the manu-facturer’s instructions for the mixture ratio.

Canada OnlyAdd fluid when the low washer fluid warninglight comes on. Add windshield washer sol-vent to the water for better cleaning. In thewinter season, add windshield washer anti-freeze.

I Keep the battery surface clean and dry.Any corrosion should be washed off witha solution of baking soda and water.

I Make certain the terminal connectionsare clean and securely tightened.

I If the vehicle is not to be used for 30 daysor longer, disconnect the negative (−)battery terminal cable to prevent dis-charge.

WARNINGI Do not expose the battery to flames

or electrical sparks. Hydrogen gasgenerated by the battery is explo-sive. Do not allow battery fluid tocontact your skin, eyes, fabrics, orpainted surfaces. After touching abattery or battery cap, do not touchor rub your eyes. Thoroughly washyour hands. If the acid contacts youreyes, skin or clothing, immediatelyflush with water for at least 15 min-utes and seek medical attention.

I When working on or near a battery,always wear suitable eye protectionand remove all jewelry.

I Keep the battery out of the reach ofchildren.

1. Gently pry between the battery cap andcover as illustrated to remove the cap.

Use a cloth to protect the battery case.

2. Check the fluid level in each cell.

If it is necessary to add fluid, add onlydistilled water to bring the level up to thelevel indicator in each filler opening. Donot overfill.

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JUMP STARTINGIf jump starting is necessary, see ‘‘Jumpstarting’’ in the ‘‘In case of emergency’’section. If the engine does not start by jumpstarting, the battery may have to be re-placed. Contact an authorized NISSANdealer.

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WARNING

Be sure the ignition key is OFF or LOCKposition. The engine could rotate unex-pectedly.

1. Visually inspect each belt for signs ofunusual wear, cuts, fraying or looseness.If the belt is in poor condition or loose,have it replaced or adjusted by an autho-rized NISSAN dealer.

2. Have the belts checked regularly for con-dition and tension in accordance with themaintenance schedule found in the‘‘Maintenance’’ section of this manual.

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WARNINGBe sure the engine and ignition switchare off and that the parking brake isengaged securely.

CAUTIONBe sure to use the correct socket toremove the spark plugs. An incorrectsocket can damage the spark plugs.

Platinum-tipped spark plugsIt is not necessary to replace platinum-tipped spark plugs as frequently as conven-tional type spark plugs because they lastmuch longer. Follow the maintenanceschedule, but do not reuse the spark plugsby cleaning or regapping.

I Always replace spark plugs with rec-commended or equivalent ones.

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1. Disconnect the spark plug cables.

When disconnecting, always hold theboots — not the cables. Mark all cablesto identify their original location.

2. Remove the spark plugs with a sparkplug socket.

3. Fit the new spark plugs, one at a time,into the spark plug socket and installthem. Use only the specified sparkplugs. Turn each plug several full turnsby hand, then tighten with the spark plugsocket to the correct torque. Do not over-tighten.

Spark plug tightening torque:14 to 22 ft-lb (20 to 29 N ⋅m)

4. Reconnect the spark plug cables to theiroriginal positions.

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The filter element should not be cleanedand reused as it is given a special treat-ment. We recommend it be replaced ac-cording to the maintenance intervals shownin the ‘‘Maintenance’’ section of this manual.When replacing the filter, wipe the inside ofthe air cleaner housing and the cover with adamp cloth.

WARNINGI Operating the engine with the air

cleaner removed can cause you orothers to be burned. The air cleanernot only cleans the air, it stops flameif the engine backfires. If it isn’t thereand the engine backfires, you couldbe burned. Do not drive with the aircleaner removed, and be carefulwhen working on the engine with theair cleaner removed.

I Never pour fuel into the throttle bodyor attempt to start the engine withthe air cleaner removed. Doing socould result in serious injury.

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CAUTIONI After wiper blade replacement, return

the wiper arm to its original position;otherwise it may be damaged whenthe engine hood is opened.

I Make sure the wiper blades contactthe glass; otherwise the arms maybe damaged from wind pressure.

If your windshield is not clear after using thewindshield washer or if a wiper blade chat-ters when running, wax or another materialmay be on the blade or windshield.

Clean the outside of the windshield with awasher solution or a mild detergent. Yourwindshield is clean if beads do not formwhen rinsing with clear water.

Clean the blade by wiping it with a clothsoaked in a washer solution or a mild deter-gent. Then rinse the blade with clear water.If your windshield is still not clear aftercleaning the blades and using the wiper,replace the blades.

1. Lift the wiper arm away from the wind-shield.

2. Push the release tab, then move thewiper blade down the wiper arm to re-move.

3. Remove the wiper blade.

4. Insert the new wiper blade onto the wiperarm until it clicks into place.

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If you wax the surface of the hood, becareful not to let wax get into the washernozzle. This may cause clogging or im-proper windshield washer operation. Ifwax gets into the nozzle, remove it with aneedle or small pin.

Pull the parking brake lever out. If thenumber of clicks is out of the range listedabove, see an authorized NISSAN dealer.

With the engine running, check distance Abetween the upper surface of the pedal andthe metal floor.

Distance A:

ManualTransmission

AutomaticTransmission

RearWheel ABS

4 1/8 in.(105mm)

4 1/2 in.(115mm)

Four WheelABS

4 in.(100mm)

4 1/4 in.(110mm)

If it is out of the range shown above, see anauthorized NISSAN dealer.

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Self-adjusting brakes

Your vehicle is equipped with self-adjustingbrakes.

The front disc-type brakes self-adjust everytime the brake pedal is applied. The reardrum-type brakes on two-wheel drive trucksself-adjust every time the parking brake isapplied. The rear drum-type brakes on four-wheel drive trucks self-adjust every time thebrake pedal is applied. If the brake pedalgoes down farther than normal, it may bedue to a lack of adjustment of the rear drumbrakes. Apply the parking brake severaltimes.

WARNINGIf the brake pedal height does not re-turn to normal, see an authorized NIS-SAN dealer and have it checked.

Brake pad wear indicatorsThe disc brake pads on your vehicle haveaudible wear indicators. When a brake padrequires replacement, it will make a highpitched scraping or screeching sound whenthe vehicle is in motion whether or not thebrake pedal is depressed. Have the brakes

checked as soon as possible if the wearindicator sound is heard.

Under some driving or climate conditions,occasional brake squeak, squeal or othernoise may be heard. Occasional brakenoise during light to moderate stops is nor-mal and does not affect the function orperformance of the brake system.

The rear drum brakes (if so equipped) donot have audible wear indicators. Shouldyou ever hear an unusually loud noise fromthe rear drum brakes, have them inspectedas soon as possible by an authorized NIS-SAN dealer.

Proper brake inspection intervals shouldbe followed. For more information regard-ing brake inspections, see the appropriatemaintenance schedule information in the‘‘Maintenance Schedule’’ section of thismanual.

Check the brake booster function with thefollowing steps:

1. With the engine off, press and releasethe brake pedal several times. Whenbrake pedal movement (distance oftravel) remains the same from one pedalapplication to the next, continue on tonext step.

2. While depressing the brake pedal, startthe engine. The pedal height should dropa little.

3. With the brake pedal depressed, stop theengine. Keeping the pedal depressed forabout 30 seconds, the pedal heightshould not change.

4. Run the engine for one minute withoutdepressing the brake pedal, then turn itoff. Depress the brake pedal severaltimes. The pedal travel distance will de-crease gradually with each depressionas the vacuum is released from thebooster.

If the brakes do not operate properly, havethe brakes checked by an authorizedNISSAN dealer.

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Press the pedal by hand and be sure thefree travel is within the above limit. If freetravel is out of the range shown above, seean authorized NISSAN dealer.

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CLUTCH PEDAL

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Passenger compartment

CAUTION

Never use a fuse of a higher amperagerating than specified on the fuse boxcover. This could damage the electricalsystem or cause a fire.

If the electrical equipment does not operate,check for an open fuse.

1. Be sure the ignition key and the headlightswitch are OFF.

2. Remove the fuse box cover.

3. Remove the fuse with the fuse puller.

4. If the fuse is open, replace it with a newfuse.

5. If a new fuse opens again, have theelectrical system checked and repairedby an authorized NISSAN dealer.

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FUSES

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MULTI-REMOTE CONTROLLERBATTERY REPLACEMENT

Replace the battery in the multi-remote con-troller as follows:

1. Open the lid using a coin.

2. Replace the battery with a new one.Recommended battery: Sanyo CR2025or equivalent.

3. Close the lid securely.

4. Press the button, then thebutton two or three times to check

the multi-remote controller operation.

If the battery is removed for any reasonother than replacement, perform step 4above.

I An improperly disposed battery canhurt the environment. Always confirmlocal regulations for battery disposal.

I The multi-remote controller is water-resistant; however, if it does get wet,immediately wipe completely dry.

I The operational range of the multi-remote controller extends to approxi-mately 33 ft (10 m) from the vehicle.This range may vary with conditions.

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FCC Notice:

Changes or modification not expresslyapproved by the manufacturer for com-pliance could void the user’s authority tooperate the equipment.

This device complies with part 15 of theFCC Rules and RSS-210 of IndustryCanada.

Operation is subject to the following twoconditions: (1) This device may notcause harmful interference, and (2) thisdevice must accept any interference re-ceived including interference that maycause undesired operation of the device.

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HEADLIGHTSThe headlight is a semi-sealed beam typewhich uses a replaceable headlight (halo-gen) bulb.

CAUTIONI High pressure halogen gas is sealed

inside the halogen bulb. The bulbmay break if the glass envelope isscratched or the bulb is dropped.

I When handling the bulb, do nottouch the glass envelope.

Replacing the headlight bulb1. Open the engine hood.

2. Disconnect the negative (−) batterycable.

3. Disconnect the electrical connector fromthe rear end of the bulb.

4. Push down the spring retainer.

5. Remove the headlight bulb. Do not shakeor rotate the bulb when removing it.

6. Install the new bulb in the reverse orderof removal.

I Be sure the lip of the bulb socketcontacts the headlight body.

DO NOT TOUCH THE BULB.

CAUTIONI Use the same number and wattage

as originally installed:

Wattage 65/45Bulb No. HB1/9004*

*: Always check with the Parts De-partment at an authorized NISSANdealer for the latest parts informa-tion.

I Aiming is not necessary after replac-ing the bulb. When aiming adjust-ment is necessary, contact an autho-rized NISSAN dealer.

I Do not leave the bulb out of theheadlight reflector for a long periodof time as dust, moisture, and smokemay enter the headlight body andaffect the performance of the head-light.

I When aiming adjustment is neces-sary, contact an authorized NISSANdealer.

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BULB REPLACEMENT

Item Wattage (W) Bulb No.*

Front combination light:

Turn signal light 27 1156NA

Parking light 3.8 194

Rear combination light:

Turn signal 27 3157

Stop/Tail 27/7 3157NA

Back-up 27 3156

License plate light 3.8 168

Fog light 35 H3

Dome light type A — 83

Dome light type B — —

Dome light type C — —

Dome and cargo light 10 —

Map light 8 578

High-mounted stop light 2.3 2723

*: Always check with the Parts Department at an authorized NISSAN dealer for the latestparts information.

Replacing proceduresAll other lights are either type A, B, C or D.When replacing a bulb, first remove the lensand/or cover.

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FRONT FOG LIGHT BULB RE-PLACEMENT (if so equipped)

CAUTION

I High pressure halogen gas is sealedinside the halogen bulb. The bulbmay break if the glass envelope isscratched or the bulb is dropped.

I When handling the bulb, do nottouch the glass envelope.

1. Unclip the two metal clips on the side ofthe fog lamp.

2. Pull out and support the fog lamp assem-bly.

3. Disconnect the fog lamp bulb connector.

4. Lift the spring retainer.

5. Remove the fog lamp bulb.

I The fog lamp bulb can not be separatedfrom the wire and is serviced as anassembly.

6. Install the new bulb in the reverse orderof removal. DO NOT TOUCH THE BULB.

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If you have a flat tire, see the ‘‘In case ofemergency’’ section of this manual.

Maximum inflation pressure

Do not exceed the maximum inflation pres-sures shown on the side wall of the tire.

Tire inflation pressure

Periodically check the tire pressure (includ-ing the spare). Tire pressure should bechecked when tires are COLD. COLD tirepressures are shown on the tire placardaffixed to the inside of the glove box lid.

Incorrect tire pressure may adversely

affect tire life and vehicle handling.

COLD pressure:After vehicle has been parked forthree hours or more or driven lessthan 1 mile (1.6 km).

WARNINGI Improperly inflated tires can fail sud-

denly and cause an accidentI The vehicle weight capacity is indi-

cated on the F.M.V.S.S. certificationlabel. Do not load your vehicle be-yond this capacity. Overloading yourvehicle may result in reduced tire life,unsafe operating conditions due topremature tire failure, or unfavorablehandling characteristics and couldalso lead to a serious accident. Load-ing beyond the specified capacitymay also result in failure of othervehicle components.

I Before taking a long trip, or when-ever you heavily load your vehicle,use a tire pressure gauge to ensurethat the tire pressure is at the speci-fied level.

I Do not drive your vehicle over 85

MPH (140 km/h) unless it isequippedwith high speed rated tires.Driving faster than 85 MPH (140km/h) may result in tire failure, lossof control and possible injury.

Types of tires

WARNING

When changing or replacing tires, besure all four tires are of the same type(i.e., summer, all season or snow) andconstruction. An authorized NISSANdealer may be able to help you withinformation about tire type, size, speedrating and availability. Replacementtires may have a lower speed ratingthan the factory equipped tires, andmay not match the potential maximumvehicle speed. Never exceed the maxi-mum speed rating of the tire.

All season tiresNISSAN specifies All Season tires on somemodels to provide good performance foruse all year around, including snowy and icyroad conditions. All Season Tires are iden-tified by ‘‘ALL SEASON’’ and/or ‘‘M&S’’ on

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the tire sidewall. Snow tires have bettersnow traction than All Season tires and maybe more appropriate in some areas.

Summer tiresNISSAN specifies summer tires on somemodels to provide superior performance ondry roads. Summer tire performance insnow and ice will be substantially reduced.Summer tires do not have the tire tractionrating ‘‘M&S’’ on the tire sidewall.

If you plan to operate your vehicle in snowyor icy conditions, NISSAN recommends theuse of ‘‘SNOW’’ or ‘‘ALL SEASON’’ tires onall four wheels.

Snow tiresIf snow tires are needed, it is necessary toselect tires equivalent in size and load ratingto the original equipment tires. If you do not,it can adversely affect the safety and han-dling of your vehicle.

If you install snow tires, they must be thesame size, brand, construction and treadpattern on all four wheels.

Generally, snow tires will have lower speedratings than factory equipped tires and maynot match the potential maximum vehicle

speed. Never exceed the maximum speedrating of the tire.

For additional traction on icy roads, studdedtires may be used. However, some U.S.States and Canadian provinces prohibittheir use. Check local, state and provinciallaws before installing studded tires. Skidand traction capabilities of studded snowtires on wet or dry surfaces may be poorerthan that of non-studded snow tires.

Tire chainsUse of tire chains may be prohibited accord-ing to location. Check the local laws beforeinstalling tire chains. When installing tirechains, make sure they are the proper sizefor the tires on your vehicle and are installedaccording to the chain manufacturer’s sug-gestions. Use only SAE class ‘‘S’’ chains.Other types may damage your vehicle. Usechain tensioners when recommended bythe tire chain manufacturer to ensure a tightfit. Loose end links of the tire chain must besecured or removed to prevent the possibil-ity of whipping action damage to the fendersor undercarriage. If possible, avoid fullyloading your vehicle when using tire chains.In addition, drive at a reduced speed. Oth-erwise, your vehicle may be damaged

and/or vehicle handling and performancemay be adversely affected.

Never install tire chains on a TEMPORARYUSE ONLY spare tire.

Tire chains must be installed only on therear wheels and not on the front wheels.

Do not use tire chains on dry roads. Drivingwith chains in such conditions can causedamage to the various mechanisms of thevehicle due to some overstress. When driv-ing on clear paved roads, be sure to changeto 2WD.

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Tire rotationNISSAN recommends rotating the tires ev-ery 7,500 miles (12,000 km).

See ‘‘Flat tire’’ in the ‘‘In case of emergency’’section for tire replacing procedures.

Wheel nut tightening torque:87 to 108 ft-lb (118 to 147 N ⋅m)

WARNINGI After rotating the tires, check and

adjust the tire pressure.

I Retighten the wheel nuts when thevehicle has been driven for 600 miles(1,000 km) (also in cases of a flat tire,etc.).

I Do not include the spare tire in thetire rotation.

Tire wear and damage

WARNINGI Tires should be periodically in-

spected for wear, cracking, bulgingor objects caught in the tread. Ifexcessive wear, cracks, bulging ordeep cuts are found, the tire(s)should be replaced.

I The original tires have a built-intread wear indicator. When the wearindicators are visible, the tire(s)should be replaced.

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I Improper service of the spare tiremay result in serious personal in-jury. If it is necessary to repair thespare tire, contact an authorizedNISSAN dealer.

Changing tires and wheelsWhen replacing a tire, use the same size,tread design, speed rating and load carryingcapacity as originally equipped. Recom-mended types and sizes are shown in‘‘Wheel/tire size’’ in the ‘‘Technical and con-sumer information’’ section of this manual.

WARNINGI The use of tires other than those

recommended or the mixed use oftires of different brands, construction(bias, bias-belted or radial), or treadpatterns can adversely affect the ride,braking, handling, ground clearance,body-to-tire clearance, tire chainclearance, speedometer calibration,headlight aim and bumper height.Some of these effects may lead toaccidents and could result in seriouspersonal injury.

I If the wheels are changed for anyreason, always replace with wheelswhich have the same offset dimen-sion. Wheels of a different offsetcould cause pre-mature tire wear, de-grade vehicle handling characteris-tics and/or interference with thebrake discs/drums. Such interferencecan lead to decreased braking effi-ciency and/or early brake pad/shoewear. Refer to ″Wheel/tire size ″ in the″Technical and consumer informa-tion ″ section of this manual for wheeloff-set dimensions.

I Do not install a deformed wheel ortire even if it has been repaired. Suchwheels or tires could have unknownstructural damage and could failwithout warning.

I The use of retread tires is not recom-mended.

FOUR-WHEEL DRIVEMODELS

CAUTION

Always use tires of the same size,brand, construction (bias, bias-beltedor radial), and tread pattern on all fourwheels. Failure to do so may result in acircumference difference between tireson the front and rear axles which willcause excessive tire wear and maydamage the transmission, transfercase and differential gears.

If excessive tire wear is found, it is recom-mended that all four tires be replaced withtires of the same size, brand, constructionand tread pattern. The tire pressure andwheel alignment should also be checkedand corrected as necessary. Contact anauthorized NISSAN dealer.

Wheel balance

Unbalanced wheels may affect vehicle han-dling and tire life. Even with regular use,wheels can get out of balance. Therefore,they should be balanced as required.

Wheel balance service should be performed

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with the wheels off the vehicle. Spin balanc-ing the front wheels on the vehicle couldlead to transmission damage.

Care of wheelsI Wash the wheels when washing the ve-

hicle to maintain their appearance.

I Clean the inner side of the wheels whenthe wheel is changed or the underside ofthe vehicle is washed.

I Do not use abrasive cleaners whenwashing the wheels.

I Inspect wheel rims regularly for dents orcorrosion. This may cause loss of pres-sure or damage the tire bead.

I NISSAN recommends waxing the roadwheels to protect against road salt inareas where it is used during winter.

Spare tireYour vehicle may be equipped with a TEM-PORARY USE ONLY spare tire.To avoid property damage or personal injurywhen using the TEMPORARY USE ONLYspare tire, observe the following cautions:

WARNING

I The spare tire should be used foremergency use only. It should bereplaced with the standard tire at thefirst opportunity to avoid possibletire or differential damage.

I Drive carefully while the TEMPO-RARY USE ONLY spare tire is in-stalled. Avoid sharp turns andabrupt braking while driving.

I Periodically check spare tire infla-tion pressure. Always keep the pres-sure of the TEMPORARY USE ONLYspare tire at 60 psi (420 kPa, 4.2 bar).Always keep the pressure of the fullsize spare tire (if so equipped) at therecommended pressure for standardtires, as indicated on the tire placard.For tire placard location, see ″Tireplacard ″ in the index of this manual .

I With the TEMPORARY USE ONLYspare tire installed do not drive thevehicle at speeds faster than 50 MPH(80 km/h).

I When driving on roads covered withsnow or ice, the TEMPORARY USEONLY spare tire should be used on

the front wheels and the original tireused on the rear wheels (drivewheels). Use tire chains only on thetwo rear original tires.

I Tire tread of the TEMPORARY USEONLY spare tire will wear at a fasterrate than the standard tire. Replacethe spare tire as soon as the treadwear indicators appear.

I Do not use the spare tire on othervehicles.

I Do not use more than one spare tireat the same time.

I Do not tow a trailer when the TEM-PORARY USE ONLY spare tire isinstalled.

CAUTIONI With the spare tire installed the

transfer control lever must be in the2H position to prevent the transfercase and differential gears from be-ing damaged.

I Do not use tire chains on a TEMPO-RARY USE ONLY spare tire. Tire

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chains will not fit properly and maycause damage to the vehicle.

I Because the TEMPORARY USE ONLYspare tire is smaller than the originaltire, ground clearance is reduced. Toavoid damage to the vehicle, do notdrive over obstacles. Also, do notdrive the vehicle through an automaticcar wash since it might get caught.

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9 Maintenance

General maintenance .............................................9-2Outside the vehicle.................................................9-2Inside the vehicle ...................................................9-3Under the hood and vehicle ...................................9-4

Periodic maintenance schedules ...........................9-5Schedule one .........................................................9-5Schedule two..........................................................9-5Explanation of maintenance items.......................9-10

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Your new NISSAN has been designed tohave minimum maintenance requirementswith longer service intervals to save youboth time and money. However, some day-to-day and regular maintenance is essentialto maintain your NISSAN’s good mechani-cal condition, as well as its emission andengine performance.

It is the owner’s responsibility to make surethat the specified maintenance, as well asgeneral maintenance, is performed.

As the vehicle owner, you are the only onewho can ensure that your vehicle receivesproper maintenance. You are a vital link inthe maintenance chain.

General maintenance

General maintenance includes those itemswhich should be checked during normalday-to-day operation of the vehicle. Theyare essential if your vehicle is to continue tooperate properly. It is your responsibility toperform these maintenance proceduresregularly as prescribed.

These checks or inspections can be doneby yourself, a qualified technician or, if youprefer, an authorized NISSAN dealer.

Periodic maintenanceThe maintenance items listed under peri-odic maintenance in this section are re-quired to be serviced at regular intervals.

However, under severe driving conditions,additional or more frequent maintenancewill be required.

Where to go for serviceIf maintenance service is required or yourvehicle appears to malfunction, have thesystems checked and tuned by an autho-rized NISSAN dealer.

NISSAN technicians are well-trained spe-cialists who and are kept up to date with thelatest service information through technicalbulletins, service tips, and in-dealershiptraining programs. They are completelyqualified to work on NISSAN vehiclesbefore they work on your vehicle, ratherthan after they have worked on it.

You can be confident that an authorizedNISSAN dealer’s service department per-forms the best job to meet the maintenancerequirements on your vehicle — in a reliableand economic way.

During the normal day-to-day operation ofthe vehicle, general maintenance should beperformed regularly as prescribed in thissection. If you detect any unusual sounds,vibrations or smells, be sure to check for thecause or have an authorized NISSANdealer do it promptly. In addition, you shouldnotify an authorized NISSAN dealer if youthink that repairs are required.

When performing any checks or mainte-nance work, closely observe the precau-tions in the ‘‘Do-it-yourself’’ section of thismanual.

OUTSIDE THE VEHICLE

The maintenance items listed here shouldbe performed from time to time, unlessotherwise specified.

Additional information on the followingitems with ‘‘*’’ is found in the ‘‘Do-it-yourself’’ section of this manual.

Tires* Check the pressure with a gaugeperiodically when at a service station, in-cluding the spare, and adjust to the speci-fied pressure if necessary. Check carefullyfor damage, cuts or excessive wear.

Wheel nuts* When checking the tires, make

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sure no wheel nuts are missing, and check forany loose wheel nuts. Tighten if necessary.

Tire rotation* Tires should be rotated every7,500 miles (12,000 km).

Wheel alignment and balance If the ve-hicle should pull to either side while drivingon a straight and level road, or if you detectuneven or abnormal tire wear, there may bea need for wheel alignment.

If the steering wheel or seat vibrates atnormal highway speeds, wheel balancingmay be needed.

Windshield wiper blades* Check forcracks or wear if they do not wipe properly.

Doors, hood and tailgate Check that thedoors, hood and tailgate operate properly.Also ensure that all latches lock securely.Lubricate hinges, latches, latch pins, rollersand links as necessary. Make sure that thesecondary latch keeps the hood from open-ing when the primary latch is released.

When driving in areas using road salt orother corrosive materials, check lubricationfrequently.

Lights* Make sure that the headlights, stoplights, tail lights, turn signal lights, and other

lights are all operating properly and installedsecurely. Also check headlight aim.

INSIDE THE VEHICLE

The maintenance items listed here shouldbe checked on a regular basis, such aswhen performing periodic maintenance,cleaning the vehicle, etc.

Additional information on the followingitems with an ‘‘*’’ is found in the ‘‘Do-it-yourself’’ section of this manual.

Warning lights and chimes Make sure allwarning lights and chimes are operatingproperly.

Windshield wiper and washer* Check thatthe wipers and washer operate properly andthat the wipers do not streak.

Windshield defroster Check that the aircomes out of the defroster outlets properlyand in sufficient quantity when operating theheater or air conditioner.

Steering wheel Check for changes in thesteering conditions, such as excessive free-play, hard steering or strange noises.

Seats Check seat position controls such asseat adjusters, seatback recliner, etc. to

ensure they operate smoothly and alllatches lock securely in every position.Check that the head restraints move up anddown smoothly and the locks (if soequipped) hold securely in all latched posi-tions.

Seat belts Check that all parts of the seatbelt system (e.g., buckles, anchors, adjust-ers and retractors) operate properly andsmoothly, and are installed securely. Checkthe belt webbing for cuts, fraying, wear ordamage.

Accelerator pedal Check the pedal forsmooth operation and make sure the pedaldoes not catch or require uneven effort.Keep the floor mat away from the pedal.

Clutch pedal* Make sure the pedal oper-ates smoothly and check that it has theproper free travel.

Brakes Check that the brakes do not pullthe vehicle to one side when applied.

Brake pedal and booster* Check the pedalfor smooth operation and make sure it hasthe proper distance under it when de-pressed fully. Check the brake booster func-tion. Be certain to keep the floor mat awayfrom the pedal.

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Parking brake* Check that the lever hasthe proper travel and confirm that yourvehicle is held securely on a fairly steep hillwith only the parking brake applied.

Automatic transmission Park positionmechanism Check that the lock releasebutton on the selector lever operates prop-erly and smoothly. On a fairly steep hillcheck that your vehicle is held securely withthe selector lever in the P position withoutapplying any brakes.

UNDER THE HOOD ANDVEHICLEThe maintenance items listed here shouldbe checked periodically (e.g., each time youcheck the engine oil or refuel).

Additional information on the followingitems with an ‘‘*’’ is found in the ‘‘Do-it-yourself operations’’ section.

Windshield washer fluid* Check that thereis adequate fluid in the reservoir.

Engine coolant level* Check the coolantlevel when the engine is cold.

Radiator and hoses Check the front of theradiator and clean off any dirt, insects,leaves, etc., that may have accumulated.

Make sure the hoses have no cracks, de-formation, rot or loose connections.

Brake and clutch fluid levels* Make surethat the brake and clutch fluid level is be-tween the MIN and MAX lines on the reser-voir.

Battery* Check the fluid level in each cell. Itshould be between the MAX and MIN lines.

Engine drive belts* Make sure the drivebelts are not frayed, worn, cracked or oily.

Engine oil level* Check the level afterparking the vehicle on a level surface withthe engine off. Wait a few minutes for the oilto drain back into the oil pan.

Power steering fluid level* and linesCheck the level when the fluid is cold, withthe engine off. Check the lines for properattachment, leaks, cracks, etc.

Automatic transmission fluid level*Check the level after putting the selectorlever in P with the engine idling at operatingtemperature.

Exhaust system Make sure there are noloose supports, cracks or holes. If the soundof the exhaust seems unusual or there is asmell of exhaust fumes, immediately have

the exhaust system inspected by an autho-rized NISSAN dealer. See the carbon mon-oxide warning in the ‘‘Starting and driving’’section of this manual.

Underbody The underbody is frequentlyexposed to corrosive substances such asthose used on icy roads or to control dust. Itis very important to remove these sub-stances from the underbody, otherwise rustmay form on the floor pan, frame, fuel linesand exhaust system. At the end of winter,the underbody should be thoroughly flushedwith plain water, in those areas where mudand dirt may have accumulated. See the‘‘Appearance and care’’ section of thismanual.

Fluid leaks Check under the vehicle forfuel, oil, water or other fluid leaks after thevehicle has been parked for a while. Waterdripping from the air conditioner after use isnormal. If you should notice any leaks or ifgasoline fumes are evident, check for thecause and have it corrected immediately.

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To ensure smooth, trouble-free, safe andeconomical driving, NISSAN provides twoperiodic maintenance schedules that maybe used, depending upon the conditions inwhich you usually drive. These schedulescontain both distance and time intervals, upto 60,000 miles (96,000 km)/48 months. Formost people, the odometer reading will in-dicate when service is needed. However, ifyou drive very little, your vehicle should beserviced at the regular time intervals shownin the schedule.

After 60,000 miles (96,000 km)/48months, continue periodic maintenanceat the same mileage/time intervals.

SCHEDULE ONE

Follow Periodic Maintenance Schedule oneif your driving habits frequently include oneor more of the following driving conditions:

I Repeated short trips of less than 5miles (8 km).

I Repeated short trips of less than 10miles (16 km) with outside tempera-tures below freezing.

I Operating the vehicle in hot weather

during stop-and-go ‘‘rush hour’’ traf-fic.

I Extensive idling and/or low speeddriving for long distances, such aspolice, taxi or door-to-door deliveryuse.

I Driving in dusty conditions.

I Driving on rough, muddy, or saltspread roads.

I Towing a trailer, using a camper or acar-top carrier.

SCHEDULE TWOFollow Periodic Maintenance Schedule twoif none of the driving conditions shown inSchedule one apply to your driving habits.

Maintenance for off-road driving( only)Whenever you drive off-road through sand,mud or water as deep as the wheel hub,more frequent maintenance may be re-quired of the following items:

¶ Brake pads and rotors

¶ Brake linings and drums

¶ Brake lines and hoses

¶ Wheel bearing grease and free-runninghub grease

¶ Differential, transmission and transfer oil

¶ Steering linkage

¶ Propeller shafts and front drive shafts

¶ Air cleaner filter

These items should be checked frequentlyto assure safe and proper operation of yourvehicle.

PERIODIC MAINTENANCESCHEDULES

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Schedule OneAbbreviations: R = Replace I = Inspect. Correct or replace if necessary. [ ]: At the mileage intervals only

MAINTENANCE OPERATION MAINTENANCE INTERVAL

Perform at number of miles, kilometers ormonths, whichever comes first.

Miles × 1,000 3.75 7.5 11.25 15 18.75 22.526.25 30 33.75 37.541.25 45 48.75 52.556.25 60(km × 1,000) (6) (12) (18) (24) (30) (36) (42) (48) (54) (60) (66) (72) (78) (84) (90) (96)Months 3 6 9 12 15 18 21 24 27 30 33 36 39 42 45 48

Emission control system maintenanceDrive belts I* I*Air cleaner filter See NOTE (1) [R] [R]Positive crankcase ventilation (PCV) filter(KA24DE only)

See NOTE (2) [R] [R]

EVAP vapor lines I* I*Fuel lines I* I*Fuel filter See NOTE (2)*Engine coolant See NOTE (3) R*Engine oil R R R R R R R R R R R R R R R REngine oil filter R R R R R R R R R R R R R R R RSpark plugs (Use PLATINUM-TIPPED type) Replace every 105,000 miles (168,000 km)Intake and exhaust valve clearance (KA24DE only) See NOTE (4)Timing belt (VG33E only) Replace every 105,000 miles (168,000 km)

NOTE: (1) If operating mainly in dusty conditions, more frequent maintenance may be required.(2) If vehicle is operated under extremely adverse weather conditions or in areas where ambient temperatures are either extremely low or

extremely high, the filters might become clogged. In such an event, replace them immediately.(3) After 60,000 miles (96,000 km) or 48 months, replace every 30,000 miles (48,000 km) or 24 months.(4) If valve noise increases, inspect valve clearance.

* Maintenance items and intervals with an ‘‘*’’ are recommended by NISSAN for reliable vehicle operation. The owner need not performsuch maintenance in order to maintain the emission warranty or manufacturer recall liability. Other maintenance items and intervalsare required.

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Schedule OneAbbreviations: R = Replace I = Inspect. Correct or replace if necessary. [ ]: At the mileage intervals only

MAINTENANCE OPERATION MAINTENANCE INTERVAL

Perform at number of miles, kilometersor months, whichever comes first.

Miles × 1,000 3.75 7.5 11.25 15 18.75 22.5 26.25 30 33.75 37.5 41.25 45 48.75 52.5 56.25 60

(km × 1,000) (6) (12) (18) (24) (30) (36) (42) (48) (54) (60) (66) (72) (78) (84) (90) (96)

Months 3 6 9 12 15 18 21 24 27 30 33 36 39 42 45 48

Chassis and body maintenance

Brake lines & cables I I I I

Brake pads, rotors, drums & linings I I I I I I I I

Automatic transmission, transfer & differen-tial gear oil (exc. LSD) See NOTE (1) I I I I

Limited-slip differential (LSD) gear oil See NOTE (1) I R I I

Manual transmission oil See NOTE (1) I I I [R]

Steering gear (box) & linkage, axle & suspension parts I I I I I I I I

Tire rotation See NOTE (4)

Drive shaft boots & propeller shaft ( ) I I I I I I I I

Front wheel bearing grease (4x2) I I

Front wheel bearing grease & free-runninghub grease ( ) See NOTE (2) I R I R

Exhaust system I I I I I I I I

Supplemental air bag system See NOTE (3)

NOTE: (1) If towing a trailer, using a camper or a car-top carrier, or driving on rough or muddy roads, change (not just inspect) oil at every 30,000miles (48,000 km) or 24 months except for LSD. Change LSD gear oil every 15,000 miles (24,000 km) or 12 months.

(2) If operating frequently in water, replace grease every 3,750 miles (6,000 km) or 3 months.(3) Inspect the supplemental air bag system 10 years after the date of manufacture noted on the FMVSS certification label.(4) Refer to ″Tire rotation ″ under the ″General maintenance ″ heading earlier in this section.

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Schedule TwoAbbreviations: R = Replace I = Inspect. Correct or replace if necessary. [ ]: At the mileage intervals only

MAINTENANCE OPERATION MAINTENANCE INTERVAL

Perform at number of miles, kilometers ormonths, whichever comes first.

Miles × 1,000 7.5 15 22.5 30 37.5 45 52.5 60

(km × 1,000) (12) (24) (36) (48) (60) (72) (84) (96)

Months 6 12 18 24 30 36 42 48

Emission control system maintenance

Drive belts I* I*

Air cleaner filter [R] [R]

Positive crankcase ventilation (PCV) filter(KA24DE only)

See NOTE (1) [R] [R]

EVAP vapor lines I* I*

Fuel lines I* I*

Fuel filter See NOTE (1)*

Engine coolant See NOTE (2) R*

Engine oil R R R R R R R R

Engine oil filter R R R R R R R R

Spark plugs (Use PLATINUM-TIPPED type) Replace every 105,000 miles (168,000 km)

Intake and exhaust valve clearance (KA24DE only) See NOTE (3)

Timing belt (VG33E only) Replace every 105,000 miles (168,000 km)

NOTE: (1) If vehicle is operated under extremely adverse weather conditions or in areas where ambient temperatures are either extremely lowor extremely high, the filters might become clogged. In such an event, replace them immediately.

(2) After 60,000 miles (96,000 km) or 48 months, replace every 30,000 miles (48,000 km) or 24 months.(3) If valve noise increases, inspect valve clearance.

* Maintenance items and intervals with an ‘‘*’’ are recommended by NISSAN for reliable vehicle operation. The owner need not performsuch maintenance in order to maintain the emission warranty or manufacturer recall liability. Other maintenance items and intervalsare required.

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Schedule TwoAbbreviations: R = Replace I = Inspect. Correct or replace if necessary. [ ]: At the mileage intervals only

MAINTENANCE OPERATION MAINTENANCE INTERVAL

Perform at number of miles, kilometers ormonths, whichever comes first.

Miles × 1,000 7.5 15 22.5 30 37.5 45 52.5 60

(km × 1,000) (12) (24) (36) (48) (60) (72) (84) (96)

Months 6 12 18 24 30 36 42 48

Chassis and body maintenance

Brake lines & cables I I I I

Brake pads, rotors, drums & linings I I I I

Automatic transmission, transfer & differential gear oil (exc. LSD) I I I I

Manual transmission oil I I I [R]

Limited-slip differential (LSD) gear oil I R I R

Steering gear (box) & linkage, axle & suspension parts I I

Tire rotation See NOTE (2)

Drive shaft boots ( ) I I I I

Front wheel bearing grease (4x2) I I

Front wheel bearing grease & free-running hub grease ( ) I R I R

Exhaust system I I

Supplemental air bag system See NOTE (1)

NOTE: (1) Inspect the supplemental air bag system 10 years after the date of manufacture noted on the FMVSS certification label.(2) Refer to ″Tire rotation ″ under the ″General maintenance ″ heading earlier in this section.

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EXPLANATION OFMAINTENANCE ITEMS

Additional information on the followingitems with an ‘‘*’’ is found in the ‘‘Do-it-yourself’’ section of this manual.

Emission control systemmaintenance

Drive belts* Check drive belts for wear,fraying or cracking and also for proper ten-sion. Replace any damaged drive belts.

Air cleaner filter Under normal driving con-ditions, the air cleaner filter should be re-placed in accordance with the maintenanceschedule. However, driving the vehicle industy areas may cause rapid clogging of theelement. Consequently, the element mayhave to be replaced more frequently.

Positive crankcase ventilation (PCV) fil-ter Under normal driving conditions, thefilter should be replaced in accordance withthe maintenance schedule. If the vehicle isoperated under extremely adverse weatherconditions or in areas where ambient tem-peratures are either extremely low or ex-tremely high, the filter may become clogged

more rapidly. In such an event, replace thefilter immediately.

EVAP Vapor lines Check vapor lines andconnections for leaks, looseness, or dete-rioration. If leaks are found, replace thelines.

Fuel lines (hoses, piping, connections,etc.) Check the fuel hoses, piping and con-nections for leaks, looseness or deteriora-tion. Replace any damaged parts.

Fuel filter If the vehicle is operated underextremely adverse weather conditions or inareas where ambient temperatures are ei-ther extremely low or extremely high, thefilter might become clogged. In such anevent, replace the filter immediately.

Engine coolant* Flush and refill the coolingsystem.

Engine oil and oil filter* Under normaldriving conditions, the engine oil and oil filtershould be replaced in accordance with themaintenance schedule. However, under se-vere driving conditions, they may have to bereplaced more frequently.

Spark plugs* Replace with new plugs hav-ing the correct heat range.

Chassis and body maintenanceBrake lines and cables Check the brakelines and hoses (including brake boostervacuum hoses, connections & check valve)and parking brake cables for proper attach-ment, leaks, cracks, chafing, abrasion, de-terioration, etc.

Brake pads, rotors, drums and liningsCheck these and the other brake compo-nents for wear, deterioration and leaks. Un-der severe driving conditions, they may haveto be inspected more frequently.

Manual and automatic transmission,transfer and differential gear oil Visuallyinspect for signs of leakage and replace oilfor limited-slip differential. Under severedriving conditions, the oil should be re-placed at the specified interval.

Steering gear (box) and linkage, axle andsuspension parts and drive shaft bootsCheck for damage, looseness and leakageof oil or grease. Under severe driving con-ditions, they may have to be inspected morefrequently.

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Propeller shaft(s) Check the propellershaft(s) for damage, looseness and greaseleakage under severe driving conditions( only).

Front wheel bearing grease and free-running hub grease Check the wheelbearing for grease leakage around greaseseals, axial end play and smooth turning.Repack these in accordance with the main-tenance schedule (4x2).

Check the wheel bearing and free runninghub for grease leakage around greaseseals, axial end play and smooth turning.Repack these in accordance with the main-tenance schedule. In case of frequent driv-ing in muddy water, the bearing grease andfree-running hub grease inspection shouldbe performed more frequently ( ).

Exhaust system Visually check the ex-haust pipes, muffler, and hangers for properattachment, leaks, cracks, chafing, abra-sion, deterioration, etc. Under severe driv-ing conditions, inspection should be per-formed more frequently.

Supplemental air bag system Check thesupplemental air bag system componentsfor proper attachment, damage, deformities,

cracks, rust, etc. Work around and on thesupplemental air bag system should bedone by an authorized NISSAN dealer.

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10 Technical and consumer information

Capacities and recommended fuel/lubricants ......10-2Fuel recommendation...........................................10-4Engine oil and oil filter recommendation ..............10-6Recommended SAE viscosity number.................10-7Air conditioner system refrigerant andlubricant recommendations ..................................10-8Engine ..................................................................10-9Wheel/tire size....................................................10-10Dimensions and weights ....................................10-11Registering your vehicle in another country.......10-12Vehicle identification ..........................................10-12Vehicle identification number (VIN) plate...........10-12Vehicle identification number (chassisnumber) ..............................................................10-12Engine serial number .........................................10-13FMVSS certification label ...................................10-13

Emission control information label .....................10-14Tire placard ........................................................10-14Air conditioner specification label.......................10-14Installing license plate ........................................10-15Vehicle loading information................................10-15Securing the load ...............................................10-16Truck-camper loading.........................................10-17Trailer towing......................................................10-21Towing load/specification chart ..........................10-23Uniform tire quality grading ................................10-26Emission control system warranty......................10-27Reporting safety defects (USA) .........................10-27Readiness for inspection/maintenance (I/M)test (US only) .....................................................10-28

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The following are approximate capacities. The actual refill capacities may be a little different. When refilling, follow the proceduredescribed in the ‘‘Do-it-yourself’’ section to determine the proper refill capacity.

Capacity (Approximate)Recommended Fluids & LubricantsUS

measureImp

measure Liter

Fuel

KA24DE (4 cylinder) 15-7/8 gal 13-1/4 gal 60 Unleaded gasoline with an octane rating of at least 87AKI (RON 91)*1VG33E (6 cylinder) 19-3/8 gal 16-1/8 gal 73

Engine oilDrain and Refill

KA24DE

4x2 With oil filter 3-3/4 qt 3-1/8 qt 3.5

Without oil filter 3-1/2 qt 2-7/8 qt 3.3 I API Certification Mark *2

4X4 With oil filter 4-1/8 qt 3-3/8 qt 3.9 I API grade SG/SH, Energy Conserving I & II

Without oil filter 3-7/8 qt 3-1/4 qt 3.7 or API grade SJ, Energy Conserving *2

VG33E With oil filter 3-1/2 qt 2-7/8 qt 3.3 I ILSAC grade GF-I & GF-II*2

Without oil filter 3-1/8 qt 2-5/8 qt 3.0

Cooling system (with heater and reservoir tank)

KA24DE M/T 4X2 9-5/8 qt 8 qt 9.15

4X4 9-3/4 qt 8-1/8 qt 9.25

A/T 9-1/2 qt 7-7/8 qt 8.95 50% Genuine NISSAN Anti-freeze coolant or equivalent

VG33E A/T & M/T 11-1/4 qt 9-3/8 qt 10.6 50% Demineralized or Distilled water

*1: For further details, see ‘‘Fuel recommendation’’.*2: For further details, see ‘‘Recommended SAE engine oil viscosity’’.

CAPACITIES ANDRECOMMENDED FUEL/LUBRICANTS

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Capacity (Approximate)Recommended Fluids & LubricantsUS

measureImp

measure Liter

Manual transmission gear oilKA24DE 4x2 4-1/4 pt 3-1/2 pt 2.0

API GL-4*1 Viscosity SAE 75W-90 only4x4 10-3/8 pt 8-5/8 pt 4.9

VG33E 4x2 5-1/8 pt 4-1/4 pt 2.4

4x4 10-3/4 pt 9 pt 5.1

Manual steering gear oil 1-3/8 pt 1-1/8 pt 0.62 API GL-4*1

Final drive

KA24DE 4x2 M/T

API GL-5*1

Regular cab 3-1/8 pt 2-5/8 pt 1.5King cab 2-3/4 pt 2-1/4 pt 1.34x2 A/T 3-1/8 pt 2-5/8 pt 1.54x4 Front 2-3/4 pt 2-1/4 pt 1.3

Rear 2-3/4 pt 2-1/4 pt 1.3

VG33E 4x4 Front 3-1/8 pt 2-5/8 pt 1.5

Rear 5-7/8 pt 4-7/8 pt 2.8

Transfer fluidKA24DE 2-3/8 qt 2 qt 2.2 Nissan Matic ‘D’ (Continental U.S. and Alaska) or Canada

NISSAN Automatic Transmission Fluid or API GL-4. *4VG33E 2-3/8 qt 2 qt 2.2

Automatic transmission fluidRefill to the proper oil level according tothe instructions in the ‘‘Do-it-yourself’’section.

Nissan Matic ‘D’ (Continental U.S. and Alaska) or CanadaNISSAN Automatic Transmission Fluid. *4

Power steering fluid Genuine NISSAN PSF II or equivalent *7

Brake and clutch fluid Genuine Nissan Brake Fluid*5 or equivalentDOT 3 (US FMVSS No. 116)

Multi-purpose grease — — — NLGI No. 2 (Lithium Complex)

Air conditioning system refrigerant lb (kg) 1.32 - 1.54 (0.60 - 0.70) HFC-134a (R-134a)*6

Air conditioning system lubricant 6.8 oz 7.0 oz 200 ml Nissan A/C System Oil Type R or equivalent*6*1: For further details, see ‘‘Recommended SAE gear oil viscosity’’.*2: SAE 90 is acceptable in temperatures above 0°F (−18°C).*3: Contact your NISSAN dealer for a list of approved oils.*4: DexronTM III/MerconTM or equivalent may also be used. Outside the Continental United States and Alaska contact an authorized Nissan dealership for more information regarding suitable

fluids, including recommended brand(s) of DexronTM III/MerconTM Automatic Transmission Fluid.*5: Available in mainland U.S.A. through an authorized NISSAN dealer.*6: For further details, see ‘‘Air conditioner specification label’’.*7: Genuine NISSAN PSF, Canada NISSAN Automatic Transmmission Fluid, DexronTMIII/MerconTM, or equivalent ATF may also be used.

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FUEL RECOMMENDATIONYour vehicle is designed to operate onunleaded gasoline with an octane ratingof at least 87 AKI (Anti-Knock Index)(Research octane number 91).

CAUTIONI Using a fuel other than that specified

could adversely affect the emissioncontrol system, and may also affectthe warranty coverage.

I Under no circumstances should aleaded gasoline be used, since thiswill damage the three-way catalyst.

Reformulated GasolineSome fuel suppliers are now producing re-formulated gasolines. These gasolines arespecially designed to reduce vehicle emis-sions. NISSAN supports efforts towardscleaner air and suggests that you use refor-mulated gasoline when available.

Gasoline containing oxygenatesSome fuel suppliers sell gasoline containingoxygenates such as ethanol, MTBE andmethanol with or without advertising their

presence. Nissan does not recommend theuse of fuels of which the oxygenate contentand the fuel compatibility for your NISSANcannot be readily determined. If in doubt,ask your service station manager.

If you use oxygenate-blend gasoline, pleasetake the following precautions as the usageof such fuels may cause vehicle perfor-mance problems and/or fuel system dam-age.

I The fuel should be unleaded andhave an octane rating no lower thanthat recommended for unleadedgasoline.

I If an oxygenate-blend, excepting amethanol blend, is used, it shouldcontain no more than 10% oxygenate.(MTBE may, however, be added up to15%.)

I If a methanol blend is used, it shouldcontain no more than 5% methanol(methyl alcohol, wood alcohol). Itshould also contain a suitableamount of appropriate cosolventsand corrosion inhibitors. If not prop-erly formulated with appropriate co-solvents and corrosion inhibitors,

such methanol blends may cause fuelsystem damage and/or vehicle perfor-mance problems. At this time, suffi-cient data is not available to ensurethat all methanol blends are suitablefor use in NISSAN vehicles.

If any driveability problems such as enginestalling and hard hot starting are experi-enced after using oxygenate-blend fuels,immediately change to a non-oxygenatefuel or a fuel with a low blend of MTBE.

Take care not to spill gasoline duringrefueling. Gasoline containing oxygen-ates can cause paint damage.

After Market Fuel AdditivesNISSAN does not recommend the use ofany fuel additives (i.e., fuel injector cleaner,octane booster, intake valve deposit remov-ers, etc.) which are sold commercially. Manyof these additives intended for gum, varnishor deposit removal may contain active sol-vents or similar ingredients that can beharmful to the fuel system and engine.

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Octane rating tips

In most parts of North America, you shoulduse unleaded gasoline with an octane ratingof at least 87 AKI (Anti-Knock Index). How-ever, you may use unleaded gasoline withan octane rating as low as 85 AKI in highaltitude areas (over 4,000 ft [1,219 m]) suchas: Colorado, Montana, New Mexico, Utah,Wyoming, northeastern Nevada, southernIdaho, western South Dakota, western Ne-braska, and the part of Texas which isdirectly south of New Mexico.

Using unleaded gasoline with an octanerating lower than stated above can causepersistent, heavy ‘‘spark knock.’’ (‘‘Sparkknock’’ is a metallic rapping noise.) Ifsevere, this can lead to engine damage. Ifyou detect a persistent heavy sparkknock even when using gasoline of thestated octane rating, or if you hear steadyspark knock while holding a steady speedon level roads, have an authorized NIS-SAN dealer correct the condition. Failureto correct the condition is misuse of thevehicle, for which NISSAN is not respon-sible.

Incorrect ignition timing may result in sparkknock, after-run and/or overheating, which

may cause excessive fuel consumption orengine damage. If any of the above symp-toms are encountered, have your vehiclechecked at an authorized NISSAN dealer.

However, now and then you may noticelight spark knock for a short time whileaccelerating or driving up hills. This isno cause for concern, because you getthe greatest fuel benefit when there islight spark knock for a short time underheavy engine load.

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ENGINE OIL AND OIL FILTERRECOMMENDATION

Selecting the correct oil

It is essential to choose engine oil with thecorrect quality and viscosity to ensure sat-isfactory engine life and performance. NIS-SAN recommends the use of a low frictionoil (energy conserving oil) in order to im-prove fuel economy and conserve energy.Oils which do not have the specified qualitylabel should not be used as they couldcause engine damage.

Only those engine oils with the AmericanPetroleum Institute (API) CERTIFICATIONMARK on the front of the container shouldbe used. This type of oil supersedes theexisting API SG, SH or SJ and EnergyConserving I & II categories.

If you cannot find engine oil with the APICERTIFICATION MARK, use an API gradeSG/SH, Energy Conserving I & II or APIgrade SJ, Energy Conserving oil. An oil witha single designation SG or SH, or in combi-nation with other categories (for example,SG/CC or SG/CD) may also be used if onewith the API CERTIFICATION MARK cannot

be found. An ISLAC grade GF-I & GF-II oilcan also be used.

Mineral based or synthetic type oils may beused in your NISSAN vehicle. These oilsmust however, meet the API quality andSAE viscosity ratings specified for your ve-hicle. Do not mix mineral based and syn-thetic type oils in the engine.

Oil additives

NISSAN does not recommend the use of oiladditives. The use of an oil additive is notnecessary when the proper oil type is usedand maintenance intervals are followed.

Oil which may contain foreign matter or hasbeen previously used should not be used.

Oil viscosityThe engine oil viscosity or thicknesschanges with temperature. Because of this,it is important that the engine oil viscosity beselected based on the temperatures atwhich the vehicle will be operated beforethe next oil change. The chart ‘‘Recom-mended SAE viscosity number’’ shows therecommended oil viscosities for the ex-pected ambient temperatures. Choosing anoil viscosity other than that recommended

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could cause serious engine damage.

Selecting the correct oil filter

Your new NISSAN vehicle is equipped witha high-quality genuine NISSAN oil filter.When replacing, use a genuine NISSAN oilfilter or its equivalent for the reason de-scribed in ‘‘Change intervals’’.

Change intervals

The oil and oil filter change intervals for yourengine are based on the use of the specifiedquality oils and filters. Oil and filter otherthan the specified quality, or oil and filterchange intervals longer than recommendedcould reduce engine life. Damage to theengine caused by improper maintenance oruse of incorrect oil filter quality and/or vis-cosity is not covered by the new NISSANvehicle warranties.

Your engine was filled with a high qualityengine oil when it was built. You do not haveto change the oil before the first recom-mended change interval. Oil and filterchange intervals depend upon how you useyour vehicle. Operation under the followingconditions may require more frequent oiland filter changes:

— repeated short distance driving at coldoutside temperatures,

— driving in dusty conditions,

— extensive idling,

— towing a trailer.

RECOMMENDED SAEVISCOSITY NUMBER

I SAE 5W-30 viscosity oil is preferredfor all temperatures. SAE 10W-30,SAE 10W-40 viscosity oils may beused if the ambient temperature isabove 0°F (-18°C).

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I 80W-90 for the differential and 75W-90for the transfer case are preferable forambient temperatures below 104°F(40°C).

AIR CONDITIONER SYSTEMREFRIGERANT AND LUBRICANTRECOMMENDATIONSThe air conditioner system in this NIS-SAN vehicle must be charged with therefrigerant HFC-134a (R-134a) and thelubricant, NISSAN A/C system lubricantType R or the exact equivalents.

CAUTIONThe use of any other refrigerant orlubricant will cause severe damage tothe air conditioning system and willrequire the replacement of all air con-ditioner system components.

The refrigerant HFC-134a (R-134a) in yourNISSAN vehicle does not harm the earth’sozone layer. Although this refrigerant doesnot affect the earth’s atmosphere, certaingovernment regulations require the recov-ery and recycling of any refrigerant duringautomotive air conditioner system service.An authorized NISSAN dealer has thetrained technicians and equipment neededto recover and recycle your air conditionersystem refrigerant.

Contact an authorized NISSAN dealer when

servicing your air conditioner system.

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Model KA24DE VG33EType Gasoline, 4-cycle Gasoline, 4-cycleCylinder arrangement 4-cylinder in-line 6-cylinder, V-slanted at 60Â

Bore × Stroke in (mm) 3.504 × 3.780 (89.0 × 96.0) 3.602 x 3.268 (91.5 x 83.0)Displacement cu in (cm3) 145.78 (2,389) 199.84 (3,275)Firing order 1-3-4-2 1-2-3-4-5-6Idle speed rpm

See the ‘‘Emission Control Label’’ on the underside of the hood.Ignition timing degree (BTDC)at idle speed degree/rpmCO percentage at idle speed [No air] %

Spark plugPFR5G-11 (Standard) *1PFR6G-11 (Cold) *1PFR7G-11 (Cold) *1

PFR5G-11 (Standard) *1PFR6G-11 (Cold) *1PFR7G-11 (Cold) *1

Spark plug gap Nominal: in(mm) 0.043 (1.1) 0.043 (1.1)Camshaft operation Timing chain Timing belt *2Generator belt size

Width × Length in (mm) 0.413 x 35.63 (10.5 x 905) 0.701 x 31.69 (17.8 x 805)

*1: Always check with the Parts Department at an authorized NISSAN dealer for the latest parts information.*2: Periodic maintenance is necessary. See ″Periodic maintenance schedules″ in the ″Maintenance″ section.

The spark ignition system of this vehicle meets all requirements of the Canadian Interference — Causing EquipmentRegulations.

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Road wheel/offset in (mm) Tire Spare tire size

4X2 Regular cab: XE 15X6JJ/1.18 (30) Steel15X6JJ/1.38 (35) Alloy

P215/65R15P215/65R15

T135/70R16T135/70R16

King cab: XE 15X6JJ/1.18 (30) Steel15X6JJ/1.38 (35) Alloy15X7JJ/1.57 (40) Steel*15X7JJ/1.57 (40) Alloy*

P215/65R15P215/65R15P235/70R15*P265/70R15*

T135/70R16T135/70R16P235/70R15*P265/70R15*

SE 16X7JJ/1.57 (40) Alloy P255/65R16 P255/65R16

Crew Cab XE 15X7JJ/1.57 (40) Steel15X7JJ/1.57 (40) Alloy

P235/70R15P265/70R15

P235/70R15P265/70R15

SE 16X7JJ/1.57 (40) Alloy P255/65R16 P255/65R16

4X4 King cab: XE 15X7J/1.57 (40) Steel15X7JJ/1.57 (40) Alloy15X7JJ/1.57 (40) Alloy

P235/70R15P235/70R15P265/70R15*

P235/70R15P235/70R15P265/70R15*

SE 16X7JJ/1.57 (40) Alloy P255/65R16 P255/65R16

Crew cab: XE 15X7J/1.57 (40) Steel15X7JJ/1.57 (40) Alloy

P235/70R15P265/70R15

P235/70R15P265/70R15

SE 16X7JJ/1.57 (40) Alloy P255/65R16 P255/65R16

* Not available with KA24DE engine.

WHEEL/TIRE SIZE

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Unit: in (mm)

4x2 4x4

Regular Cab King Cab Crew Cab King Cab Crew Cab

Overall length*1 184.3 (4,681.2) 196.1 (4,980.9) 193.1 (4,980.9) 196.1 (4,980.9) 193.1 (4,980.9)

Overall width 66.5 (1,689.1) 66.5 (1,689.1) 71.9 (1,826.3) 71.9 (1,826.3) 71.9 (1,826.3)

Overall height 62.8 (1,595.1) 62.6 (1,590.0) 65.9 (1,673.9) 65.9 (1,673.9) 65.9 (1,673.9)

Front tread 54.9 (1,394.5) 54.9 (1,394.5) 60.0 (1,524.0) 60.0 (1,524.0) 60.0 (1,524.0)

Rear tread 54.7 (1,389.4) 54.7 (1,389.4) 59.3 (1,506.2) 59.3 (1,506.2) 59.3 (1,506.2)

Wheelbase 104.3 (2,649.2) 116.1 (2,948.9) 116.1 (2,948.9) 116.1 (2,948.9) 116.1 (2,948.9)

Gross vehicle weight ratinglb (kg)

See the ‘‘F.M.V.S.S. certification label’’ on the driver side door jamb pillar.Gross axle weight rating

Front lb (kg)

Rear lb (kg)

*1: The step bumper adds 6.6 in (168 mm) to the overall length.

DIMENSIONS AND WEIGHTS

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When planning to drive your NISSANvehicle in another country, you shouldfirst find out if the fuel available is suitablefor your vehicle’s engine.

Using fuel with too low an octane rating maycause engine damage. All gasoline vehiclescan be operated with unleaded gasoline.Therefore, avoid driving your vehicle in ar-eas where appropriate fuel is not available.

When transferring the registration ofyour vehicle to another country, state,province or district, it may be necessary tomodify the vehicle to meet local laws andregulations.

The laws and regulations for motor vehicleemission control and safety standards varyaccording to the country, state, province ordistrict; therefore, vehicle specificationsmay differ.

When any vehicle is to be taken intoanother country, state, province or dis-trict and registered, its modifications,transportation and registration are theresponsibility of the user. NISSAN is notresponsible for any inconvenience thatmay result.

VEHICLE IDENTIFICATIONNUMBER (VIN) PLATEThe vehicle identification number plate isattached to the top of the instrument panelon the driver’s side. This number is theidentification for your vehicle and is used inthe vehicle registration.

VEHICLE IDENTIFICATIONNUMBER (Chassis number)

CA0018 ATI1009

REGISTERING YOURVEHICLE IN ANOTHERCOUNTRY

VEHICLE IDENTIFICATION

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ENGINE SERIAL NUMBERThe number is stamped on the engine asshown.

FMVSS CERTIFICATION LABELThe Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard(FMVSS) certification label is attached asshown. This label contains valuable vehicleinformation, such as: Gross Vehicle WeightRating (GVWR), Gross Axle Weight Rating(GAWR), month and year of manufacture,Vehicle Identification Number (VIN), etc.Review it carefully.

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EMISSION CONTROLINFORMATION LABELThe emission control information label isattached to the underside of the hood asshown.

TIRE PLACARDThe cold tire pressure is shown on the tireplacard affixed to the inside of the glove boxlid.

AIR CONDITIONERSPECIFICATION LABELThe label is attached to the underside of thehood as shown.

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Use the following steps to mount the licenseplate:

1. Remove the two screw gromments fromthe glove box.

2. Carefully drill a hole using a 0.39 inch (10mm) drill bill at each location mark (smalldimple) on the bumper fascia.

3. Insert one grommet into each hole.

4. Insert a small screwdriver into the grom-met to turn the plastic insert.

5. Install the license plate with two M5 x 25mm bolts.

CAUTION

I It is extremely dangerous to ride in acargo area inside of a vehicle. In acollision, people riding in these ar-eas are more likely to be seriouslyinjured or killed.

I Do not allow people to ride in anyarea of your vehicle that is notequipped with seats and seat belts.

I Be sure everyone in the vehicle is in aseat with their seat belt properly fas-tened.

Terms

It is important to familiarize yourself with thefollowing terms before loading your vehicle.

I Curb Weight (actual weight of yourvehicle) − vehicle weight including:standard and optional equipment, fluids,emergency tools, and spare tireassembly. This weight does not includepassengers and cargo.

I GVW (Gross Vehicle Weight) − curbweight plus the combined weight of pas-sengers and cargo.

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I GVWR (Gross Vehicle Weight Rating) −maximum total weight (load) limit speci-fied for the vehicle.

I GAWR (Gross Axle Weight Rating) −maximum weight (load) limit specifiedfor the front or rear axle.

Determining Vehicle Load Capacity

The load capacity of this vehicle is deter-mined by weight, not by available cargospace. For example, a roof rack, bike car-rier, or similar equipment does not increaseload carrying capacity of your vehicle.

To determine vehicle load capacity:

Vehicle weight can be determined by usinga commercial-grade scale, found at placessuch as a truck stop, gravel quarry, grainelevator, or a scrap metal recycling facility.

1) Determine the curb weight of your ve-hicle.

2) Compare the curb weight amount to theGVWR specified for your vehicle to de-termine how much more weight yourvehicle can carry.

3) After loading (cargo and passengers),reweigh your vehicle to determine if ei-

ther GVWR or GAWR for your vehicle isexceeded. If GVWR is exceeded, re-move cargo as necessary. If either thefront or rear GAWR is exceeded, shift theload or remove cargo as necessary.

Loading TipsI The GVW must not exceed GVWR or

GAWR as specified on the FMVSS Cer-tification Label located on the driver’sdoor jamb pillar.

I Do not load the front and rear axle to theGAWR. Doing so will exceed the GVWR.

I Loads should be spread out, and cargoshould be properly secured. Large orheavy objects should be placed towardthe front of the truck box to help preventsliding or shifting.

SECURING THE LOADFor your convenience, tie down hooks areplaced at each corner of the truck box.These may be used to help secure cargoloaded into the truck box.

WARNINGI Properly secure all cargo with ropes

or straps to help prevent it fromsliding or shifting. Do not placecargo higher than the seat backs. Ina sudden stop or collision, unse-cured cargo could cause personalinjury.

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I Do not load your vehicle any heavierthan the GVWR or the maximumfront and rear GAWR’s. If you do,parts on your vehicle can break, or itcan change the way your vehiclehandles. This could result in loss ofcontrol and cause personal injury.

CAUTIONOverloading can shorten the life of yourvehicle. Failures caused by overloadingare not covered by your warranty.

Crew cab models:Crew cab models should not be used tocarry a slide-in camper.

Regular and king cab models:This information is provided for you to prop-erly install a slide-in camper and is based onthe National Highway Traffic Safety Admin-istration regulations. It is recommendedthat, before installing the camper, you care-fully read the following information and en-sure that the camper meets the specifica-tions.

This information may not apply to someCanada model vehicles.

Special body vehiclesSome vehicles are equipped with commer-cial or camper bodies. However, this Own-er’s Manual does not cover these options.For further information, please refer to thebody manufacturer’s instruction manual.

Location for center of gravityThe illustration indicates the recommendedcargo center of gravity location zone.Regular cab:L1 = 950.0 mm (37.4 in), L2 = 1,077.0 mm(42.4 in)King cab:L1 = 960.1 mm (37.8 in), L2 = 1,087.1 mm(42.8 in)

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WARNINGImproper loading may be dangerous. Ifa load is too far back, it can affecthandling characteristics. If a load is toofar forward, the front axle may be over-loaded.

When the truck is used to carry a slide-incamper, the total cargo load of the truckconsists of the camper manufacturer’sweight figure, plus:

I the weight of installed additional camperequipment not included in the campermanufacturer’s weight figure,

I the weight of camper cargo,

I and the weight of occupants in thecamper.

The total cargo load should not exceed thetruck’s pay load weight rating and the camp-er’s center of gravity should fall within the

truck’s recommended center of gravity loca-tion zone when installed.

WARNINGOverloading or improper loading canadversely affect vehicle handling, brak-ing and performance and may lead toaccidents.

Payload Weight RatingsThe payload weight ratings shown on thefollowing pages indicate the maximum totalweight of passengers, optional equipment(air conditioning, trailer hitch, etc) and cargothat your vehicle is designed to carry.

Before driving a loaded vehicle, confirm thatyou do not exceed the Gross Vehicle WeightRating (GVWR) or the Gross Axle WeightRating (GAWR) for your vehicle. See ″Ve-hicle Loading Information″ earlier in thissection for details.

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Payload Weight Ratings (1) (KA24DE Engine)

2WD 4WD

Regular Cab King Cab King Cab

ManualTransmission

AutomaticTransmission

ManualTransmission

AutomaticTransmission

ManualTransmission

XE XE XE XE XE

lbs kg lbs kg lbs kg lbs kg lbs kg

Federal 1400 635 1400 635 1400 635 1400 635 1400 635

California 1400 635 1400 635 1400 635 1400 635 1400 635

Canada N/A N/A N/A N/A 1400 635 1400 635 N/A N/A

(1) The payload weight rating is the maximum total weight of passengers, optionalequipment (air conditioning, trailer hitch, etc) and cargo that your vehicle is designedto carry. Before driving a loaded vehicle, confirm that you do not exceed the GrossVehicle Weight Rating (GVWR) or the Gross Axle Weight Rating (GAWR) for yourvehicle. See ″Vehicle Loading Information″ earlier in this section for details.

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Payload Weight Ratings (1) (VG33E Engine)2WD 4WD

King CabManual

TransmissionAutomatic

TransmissionManual

TransmissionAutomatic

TransmissionManual

TransmissionAutomatic

TransmissionManual

TransmissionAutomatic

TransmissionXE XE SE SE XE XE SE SE

lbs kg lbs kg lbs kg lbs kg lbs kg lbs kg lbs kg lbs kgFederal 1200 544 1200 544 1200 544 1200 544 1200 544 1200 544 1200 544 1168 530

California 1200 544 1200 544 1200 544 1200 544 1200 544 1200 544 1200 544 1168 530Canada 1200 544 1200 544 N/A N/A N/A N/A 1200 544 1200 544 N/A N/A N/A N/A

(1) The payload weight rating is the maximum total weight of passengers, optional equipment (air conditioning, trailer hitch, etc) and cargo that your vehicleis designed to carry. Before driving a loaded vehicle, confirm that you do not exceed the Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR) or the Gross Axle WeightRating (GAWR) for your vehicle. See ″Vehicle Loading Information″ earlier in this section for details.

Payload Weight Ratings (1) (VG33E Engine)2WD 4WD

Crew CabManual

TransmissionAutomatic

TransmissionManual

TransmissionAutomatic

TransmissionManual

TransmissionAutomatic

TransmissionManual

TransmissionAutomatic

TransmissionXE XE SE SE XE XE SE SE

lbs kg lbs kg lbs kg lbs kg lbs kg lbs kg lbs kg lbs kgFederal 1200 544 1177 534 1133 514 1111 504 1113 505 1080 490 1036 470 1003 455

California 1200 544 1177 534 1133 514 1111 504 1113 505 1080 490 1036 470 1003 455Canada 1200 544 1177 534 1111 504 1089 494 1080 490 1047 475 1003 455 970 440

(1) The payload weight rating is the maximum total weight of passengers, optional equipment (air conditioning, trailer hitch, etc) and cargo that your vehicleis designed to carry. Before driving a loaded vehicle, confirm that you do not exceed the Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR) or the Gross Axle WeightRating (GAWR) for your vehicle. See ″Vehicle Loading Information″ earlier in this section for details.

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Measurement of weightsSecure loose items to prevent weight shiftsthat could affect the balance of your vehicle.When the truck camper is loaded, drive to ascale and weigh the front and the rearwheels separately to determine axle loads.Individual axle loads should not exceedeither of the gross axle weight ratings(GAWR). The total of the axle loads shouldnot exceed the gross vehicle weight rating(GVWR). These ratings are given on thevehicle certification label that is located onthe driver’s door lock pillar. If weight ratingsare exceeded, move or remove items tobring all weights below the ratings. Your new vehicle was designed to be used

primarily to carry passengers and cargo.Remember that towing a trailer will placeadditional loads on your vehicle’s engine,drive train, steering, braking and other sys-tems.

A Nissan Trailer Towing Guide is availablefrom an authorized NISSAN dealer. Thisguide includes information on trailer towingability and the special equipment requiredfor proper towing.

Maximum load limits

Maximum trailer loads

Never allow the total trailer load to exceedthe value specified in the following TowingLoad/Specification Chart. The total trailerload equals trailer weight plus its cargoweight.

I When towing a trailer load of 1,000 lbs.(454 kg) or more, trailers with a brakesystem MUST be used.

The maximum GCWR (Gross CombinedWeight Rating) should not exceed the valuespecified in the following Towing Load/Specification Chart.

The GCWR equals the combined weight ofthe towing vehicle (including passengersand cargo) plus the total trailer load. Towingloads greater than these or using impropertowing equipment could adversely affectvehicle handling, braking and performance.

The ability of your vehicle to tow a trailer isnot only related to the maximum trailerloads, but also the places you plan to tow.Tow weights appropriate for level highwaydriving may have to be reduced on verysteep grades or in low traction situations (for

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example, on slippery boat ramps).

WARNINGVehicle damage and/or personal injuryresulting from improper towing proce-dures are not covered by NISSAN war-ranties. A NISSAN Trailer Towing Guide(U.S. only) containing information ontrailer towing ability and the specialequipment required may be obtainedfrom an authorized NISSAN dealer.

Tongue load

Keep the tongue load between 9 to 11percent of the total trailer load within themaximum tongue load limits shown in thefollowing Towing Load/Specification Chart.If the tongue load becomes excessive, re-arrange cargo to allow for proper tongueload.

Maximum gross vehicle weight/maximumgross axle weight

The gross vehicle weight of the towingvehicle must not exceed the gross vehicleweight rating (GVWR) shown on theFMVSS certification label. The gross vehicleweight equals the combined weight of theunloaded vehicle, passengers, luggage,hitch, trailer tongue load and any otheroptional equipment. In addition, front or reargross axle weight must not exceed thegross axle weight rating (GAWR) shown onthe FMVSS certification label.

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Unit: lbs (kg)

MODEL

WEIGHT

2WD 4WD

M/T (4cyl) A/T (4cyl) M/T (V6) A/T (V6) M/T (4cyl) M/T (V6) A/T (V6)

MAXIMUMTRAILER

WEIGHT*13,500 (1,588) 2,000 (907) 3,500 (1,588) 5,000 (2,268) 3,500 (1,588) 3,500 (1,588) 5,000 (2,268)

MAXIMUMTONGUE

LOAD350 (159) 200 (91) 350 (159) 500 (227) 350 (159) 350 (159) 500 (227)

GROSSCOMBINED

WEIGHTRATING

7,000 (3,175) 6,000 (2,721) 8,000 (3,628) 9,500 (4,309) 7,700 (3,492) 8,000 (3,628) 9,500 (4,309)

RECOMMENDEDEQUIPMENT*2

Sway ControlDevice

—Sway Control

DeviceSway Control

DeviceSway Control

DeviceSway Control

DeviceSway Control

Device

*1: ll towing above 1,000 lb (454 kg) requires the use of trailer brakes. NISSAN recommends the use of a tandem axle trailer whenever towing above 3,000lb (1,361 kg).

*2: A sway control device is recommended for all towing above 2,000 lb (907 kg). Sway control devices are not offered by NISSAN. See a professionaltrailer/hitch outlet for a properly designed sway control device for your trailer.

M/T = Manual TransmissionA/T = Automatic Transmission2WD = 2-wheel drive4WD = 4-wheel drive

TOWING LOAD/SPECIFICATION CHART

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Trailer hitchCheck the towing capacity of your bumperhitch or receiver-type frame mounted hitch.Choose a proper hitch for your vehicle andtrailer. A genuine Nissan trailer hitch is avail-able from your NISSAN dealer. Make surethe trailer hitch is securely attached to thevehicle to help avoid personal injury orproperty damage due to sway caused bycrosswinds, rough road surfaces or passingtrucks.

CAUTIONI Special hitches which include frame

reinforcements are required for tow-ing above 2,000 lb (907 kg). Suitablegenuine NISSAN hitches for pickuptrucks and sport utility vehicles areavailable at an authorized NISSANdealer.

I The hitch should not be attached toor affect the operation of the impact-absorbing bumper.

I Do not use axle-mounted hitches.

I Do not modify the vehicle exhaustsystem, brake system, etc. to installa trailer hitch.

I To reduce the possibility of addi-tional damage if your vehicle isstruck from the rear, where practical,remove the hitch and/or receiverwhen not in use. Remove receiverwhen not in use. After the hitch isremoved, seal the bolt holes to pre-vent exhaust fumes, water or dustfrom entering the passenger com-partment.

I Regularly check that all trailer hitchmounting bolts are securelymounted.

Tire pressuresI When towing a trailer, inflate the vehicle

tires to the recommended cold tire pres-sure indicated on the tire placard (af-fixed to the inside of the glove box lid).

I Trailer tire condition, size, load ratingand proper inflation pressure should bein accordance with the trailer and tiremanufacturers’ specifications.

Safety chainAlways use suitable safety chains betweenyour vehicle and the trailer. Safety chains

should be crossed and should be attachedto the hitch, not to the vehicle bumper oraxle. Be sure to leave enough slack in thechain to permit turning corners.

Trailer lights

Trailer lights should comply with Federaland/or local regulations. For assistance inhooking up trailer lights, contact an autho-rized NISSAN dealer.

Trailer brakes

If your trailer is equipped with a brakingsystem, make sure it conforms to Federaland/or local regulations and that it is prop-erly installed.

WARNING

Never connect a trailer brake systemdirectly to the vehicle brake system.

Pre-towing tipsI Be certain your vehicle maintains a level

position when a loaded and/or unloadedtrailer is hitched. Do not drive the vehicleif it has an abnormal nose-up or nose-down condition; check for improper

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tongue load, overload, worn suspensionor other possible causes of either con-dition.

I Always secure items in the trailer toprevent load shift while driving.

I Be certain your outside mirrors conformto all federal, state or local regulations. Ifnot, install any mirrors required for tow-ing before driving the vehicle.

Trailer towing tipsIn order to gain skill and an understandingof the vehicle’s behavior, you should prac-tice turning, stopping and backing up in anarea which is free from traffic. Steering,stability and braking performance will besomewhat different than under normal driv-ing conditions.

I Always secure items in the trailer toprevent load shift while driving.

I Avoid abrupt starts, acceleration orstops.

I Avoid sharp turns or lane changes.

I Always drive your vehicle at a moderatespeed.

I Always block the wheels on both vehicle

and trailer when parking. Parking on aslope is not recommended; however, ifyou must do so, and if your vehicle isequipped with automatic transmission,first block the wheels and apply theparking brake, and then move the trans-mission shift selector lever into the P(Park) position. If you move the shiftlever to the P (Park) position beforeblocking the wheels and applying theparking brake, transmission damagecould occur.

I When going down a hill, shift into a lowergear and use the engine braking effect.When ascending a long grade, down-shift the transmission to a lower gearand reduce speed to reduce chances ofengine overloading and/or overheating.However, for long steep grades, do notstay in 1st or 2nd gear when drivingabove 35 MPH (56 km/h).

I If the engine coolant rises to an ex-tremely high temperature when the airconditioning system is on, turn off the airconditioner. Coolant heat can be addi-tionally vented by opening the windows,switching the fan control to high andsetting the temperature control to theHOT position.

I Trailer towing requires more fuel thannormal circumstances.

I Avoid towing a trailer for your vehicle’sfirst 500 miles (805 km).

I Have your vehicle serviced more oftenthan at intervals specified in the recom-mended Maintenance Schedule.

I When making a turn, your trailer wheelswill be closer to the inside of the turnthan your vehicle wheels. To compen-sate for this, make a larger than normalturning radius during the turn.

I Crosswinds and rough roads adverselyaffect vehicle/trailer handling, possiblycausing vehicle sway. When beingpassed by larger vehicles, be preparedfor possible changes in crosswinds thatcould affect vehicle handling. If swayingdoes occur, firmly grip the steeringwheel, steer straight ahead, and imme-diately (but gradually) reduce vehiclespeed. This combination helps to stabi-lize the vehicle. Never increase speed.

I Be careful when passing other vehicles.Passing while towing a trailer requiresconsiderably more distance than normalpassing. Remember the length of the

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trailer must also pass the other vehiclebefore you can safely change lanes.

I To maintain engine braking efficiencyand electrical charging performance, donot use fifth gear (manual transmission)or overdrive (automatic transmission).

I Avoid holding the brake pedal down toolong or too frequently. This could causethe brakes to overheat, resulting in re-duced braking efficiency.

When towing a trailer, change oil in thetransmission more frequently. For addi-tional information see the ‘‘Maintenance’’section earlier in this manual.

DOT (Department of Transportation) QualityGrades: All passenger car tires must con-form to Federal Safety Requirements inaddition to these grades.

Quality grades can be found where appli-cable on the tire sidewall between treadshoulder and maximum section width. Forexample:

Treadwear 200 Traction AA Temperature A

Treadwear

Treadwear grade is a comparative ratingbased on tire wear rate when tested undercontrolled conditions on specified govern-ment test courses. For example, a tiregraded 150 would wear one and a half(1-1/2) times as well on the governmentcourse as a tire graded 100. However, rela-tive tire performance depends on actualdriving conditions, and may vary signifi-cantly due to variations in driving habits,service practices and differences in roadcharacteristics and climate.

Traction AA, A, B and C

The traction grades from highest to lowestare AA, A, B, and C. Those grades repre-

sent the tire’s ability to stop on wet pave-ment as measured under controlled condi-tions on specified government test surfacesof asphalt and concrete. A tire marked Cmay have poor traction performance.

WARNINGThe traction grade assigned to your ve-hicle tires is based on straight-aheadbraking traction tests, and does not in-clude acceleration, cornering, hydro-planing, or peak traction characteristics.

Temperature A, B and CTemperature grades are A (the highest), B,and C. They represent a tire’s resistance toheat build-up, and its ability to dissipateheat when tested under controlled condi-tions on a specified indoor laboratory testwheel. Sustained high temperature cancause tire material to degenerate, reducingtire life. Excessive temperatures can lead tosudden tire failure. Grade C corresponds toa performance level which all passenger cartires must meet under the Federal MotorVehicle Safety Standard No. 109. Grades Aand B represent higher levels of perfor-mance on laboratory test wheels than the

UNIFORM TIRE QUALITYGRADING

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minimum required by law.

WARNINGThe temperature grade for this tire isestablished for a tire that is properlyinflated and not overloaded. Excessivespeed, under inflation, or excessiveloading, either separately or in combi-nation, can cause heat build-up andpossible tire failure.

Your NISSAN is covered by the followingemission warranties.

For US:1) Emission Defects Warranty

2) Emission Performance Warranty

For CanadaEmission Control System Warranty

Details of these warranties may be foundwith other vehicle warranties in your War-ranty Information and Maintenance LogBooklet which comes with your NISSAN. Ifyou did not receive a Warranty Informationand Maintenance Log Booklet, or it be-comes lost, you may obtain a replacementby writing to:

I Nissan North America, Inc.Consumer Affairs DepartmentP.O. Box 191Gardena, CA 90248-0191

I Nissan Canada Inc.5290 Orbitor DriveMississauga, Ontario L4W 4Z5

If you believe that your vehicle has a defectwhich could cause a crash or could causeinjury or death, you should immediatelyinform the National Highway Traffic SafetyAdministration (NHTSA) in addition to no-tifying NISSAN.

If NHTSA receives similar complaints, itmay open an investigation, and if it findsthat a safety defect exists in a group ofvehicles, it may order a recall and remedycampaign. However, NHTSA cannot be-come involved in individual problems be-tween you, your dealer, or NISSAN.

To contact NHTSA, you may either call theAuto Safety Hotline toll-free at 1-800-424-9393 (or 366-0123 in the Washington, D.C.area) or write to: NHTSA, U.S. Depart-ment of Transportation, Washington, D.C.20590. You can also obtain other informa-tion about motor vehicle safety from theHotline.

You may notify NISSAN by contacting ourConsumer Affairs Department, toll-free, at1-800-NISSAN-1.

In Hawaii call (808) 836-0888.

EMISSION CONTROLSYSTEM WARRANTY

REPORTING SAFETYDEFECTS (US only)

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Due to legal requirements in some statesand Canadian provinces, your vehicle maybe required to be in the ready condition foran Inspection/Maintenance (I/M) test of theemission control system.

The vehicle is set to the ready conditionwhen it is driven through certain drivingpatterns. Usually, the ready condition canbe obtained by ordinary usage of the ve-hicle.

If a powertrain system component is re-paired or the battery is disconnected, thevehicle may be reset to a not ready condi-tion. Before taking the I/M test, drive thevehicle through the following pattern to setthe vehicle to the ready condition.

WARNING

Always drive the vehicle in a safe andprudent manner according to trafficconditions and obey all traffic laws.

1. Start the engine when the engine coolanttemperature gauge needle points to C.Allow the engine to idle until the gaugeneedle points between the C and H (nor-mal operating temperature).

2. Accelerate the vehicle to 55 mph (88km/h), then quickly release the accelera-tor pedal completely and keep it releasedfor at least 6 seconds.

3. Quickly depress the accelerator pedal fora moment, then drive the vehicle at aspeed of 53 to 60 mph (85 to 97 km/h) forat least 5 minutes.

4. Stop the vehicle.

5. Accelerate the vehicle to 35 mph (55km/h) and maintain the speed for 20seconds.

6. Repeat steps four through five least threetimes.

7. Accelerate the vehicle to 55 mph (88km/h) and maintain the speed for at least3 minutes.

8. Stop the vehicle and turn the engine off.

9. Repeat steps one through eight at leastone more time.

If step one through seven interrupted, repeatthe preceding step. Any safe driving mode isacceptable between steps. Do not stop theengine until step seven is completed. If youcannot or do not want to perform the driving

pattern, an authorized NISSAN dealer canconduct it for you.

Dynamometer testing for Inspection/Maintenance (I/M) test (US only)Due to legal requirements in somestates/areas, your vehicle may be tested foremissions on a dynamometer. The transfercontrol lever (if so equipped) MUST be inthe 2H position for I/M testing on a twowheel dynamometer.

WARNING

I If the transfer control lever is not inthe 2H position during the dyna-mometer I/M testing, the vehiclecould come off the dynamometerand cause serious personal injuryand/or body damage to the vehicle.

I Serious damage will occur to the4WD system if the transfer controllever is not in the 2H position

READINESS FORINSPECTION/MAINTENANCE(I/M) TEST (US only)

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A genuine NISSAN Service Manual is the bestsource of service and repair information foryour vehicle. Filled with wiring diagrams, illus-trations and step-by-step diagnostic and ad-justment procedures, this manual is the sameone used by the factory trained techniciansworking at authorized NISSAN dealerships.Also available are genuine NISSAN Owner’sManuals and genuine NISSAN Service andOwner’s Manuals for older NISSAN models.

In the USA:For current pricing and availability of genuineNISSAN Service Manuals for the 2000 modelyear, contact:

Tweddle Litho Company1-800-639-8841www.nissan-techinfo.com

For current pricing and availability of genuineNISSAN Service Manuals for the 1999 modelyear and prior, see an authorized NISSANdealer, or contact:

Dyment Distribution Services20770 Westwood RoadStrongsville, OH 441361-800-247-5321

For current pricing and availability of genuineNISSAN Owner’s Manuals for the 2000model year and prior, see an authorized NIS-SAN dealer, or contact:

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Dyment Distribution Services20770 Westwood RoadStrongsville, OH 441361-800-247-5321

In Canada:To purchase a copy of a genuine NISSANService Manual or Owner’s Manual pleasecontact your nearest NISSAN dealer. For thephone number and location of a NISSANDealer in your area call the NISSAN Satisfac-tion Center at 1-800-387-0122 and a bilingualNISSAN representative will assist you.Also available are Genuine NISSAN Serviceand Owner’s Manuals for older NISSANmodels.

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11 Index

A

Air bagPassenger supplemental air bag ON/OFFswitch and light ..................................... 1-15

Air bag (See supplemental restraintsystem) ...................................................... 1-10Air bag warning light.................................. 1-18Air cleaner housing filter............................ 8-21Air conditioner

Air conditioner operation ........................ 4-5Air conditioner service ............................ 4-9Air conditioner specification label ....... 10-14Air conditioner system refrigerant andlubrication recommendations................ 10-8Heater and air conditioner controls ........ 4-3

Air flow charts .............................................. 4-6Alarm system (See theft warning) ............. 2-14Anchor point locations ............................... 1-46Antenna...................................................... 4-28Anti-lock brake system (ABS).................... 5-29Anti-lock brake system, rear (R-ABS) ....... 5-30Anti-lock brake warning light ..................... 2-12Ashtray (See cigarette lighter andashtray) ...................................................... 2-19Audio system

AM-FM radio with cassette player........ 4-10FM-AM radio with compact discplayer ................................................... 4-15

AM-FM radio with cassette player andcompact disc player.............................. 4-21

Auto-lock free-running hubs ...................... 5-22Automatic

Automatic power window switch .......... 2-25Automatic transmission fluid (ATF)....... 8-13Driving with automatic transmission....... 5-8Transmission selector lever lockrelease .................................................. 5-12

B

Battery........................................................ 8-16Battery replacement (See multi-remote controlsystem) ........................................................ 3-7Before starting the engine ........................... 5-8Belts (See drive belts) ............................... 8-18Brake

Anti-lock brake system (ABS) .............. 5-29Anti-lock brake system, rear (R-ABS) .. 5-30Brake booster ....................................... 8-24Brake fluid ................................... 10-3, 8-15Brake light (See stop light) ................... 8-30Brake pedal .......................................... 8-23Brake system........................................ 5-28Brake warning light ................................. 2-9Brake wear indicators ................. 2-12, 8-24Parking brake check............................. 8-23

Parking brake operation ....................... 5-16Break-in schedule ...................................... 5-20Bulb check/instrument panel ....................... 2-8Bulb replacement....................................... 8-30

C

Capacities and recommended fuel/lubricants.................................................... 10-2Cargo (See vehicle loading information) . 10-15Car phone or CB radio .............................. 4-28Cassette player (See audio system) ......... 4-10Check engine indicator light (See malfunctionindicator light) ............................................ 2-12Child restraint with top tether strap ........... 1-45Child restraints........................................... 1-30Cigarette lighter (accessory) and ashtray . 2-19Cleaning exterior and interior ...................... 7-2Clutch

Clutch fluid............................................ 8-15Clutch pedal.......................................... 8-25

Cold weather driving.................................. 5-30Controls

Heater and air conditioner controls ........ 4-3Coolant

Capacities and recommended fuel/lubricants .............................................. 10-2Changing engine coolant........................ 8-6

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Checking engine coolant level ............... 8-5Engine coolant temperature gauge ........ 2-5

Corrosion protection .................................... 7-4Cruise control............................................. 5-18Cup holder ................................................. 2-21

D

Daytime running light system (Canadaonly) ........................................................... 2-16Dimensions and weights.......................... 10-11Door locks.................................................... 3-2Drive belts.................................................. 8-18Driving

Auto-lock free-running hubs ................. 5-22Cold weather driving............................. 5-30Driving with automatic transmission..... 5-14Driving with manual transmission......... 5-12Manual-lock free-running hubs............. 5-24Precautions when starting and driving ... 5-2

E

Economy - fuel........................................... 5-20Emission control information label........... 10-14Emission control system warranty........... 10-27Engine

Before starting the engine ...................... 5-8Capacities and recommended fuel/lubricants .............................................. 10-2Changing engine coolant........................ 8-6

Changing engine oil.............................. 8-10Changing engine oil filter...................... 8-12Checking engine coolant level ............... 8-5Checking engine oil level ....................... 8-9Engine compartment check locations .... 8-3Engine coolant temperature gauge ........ 2-5Engine cooling system ........................... 8-5Engine oil ................................................ 8-9Engine oil and oil filterrecommendation ................................... 10-6Engine oil pressure warning light ......... 2-10Engine oil viscosity ............................... 10-7Engine serial number ......................... 10-13Engine specifications............................ 10-9Starting the engine ............................... 5-16

Exhaust gas (Carbon monoxide)................. 5-2

F

Flashers (See hazard warning flasherswitch)........................................................ 2-19Flat tire......................................................... 6-2Floor mat positioning aid ............................. 7-4Fluid

Automatic transmission fluid (ATF)....... 8-13Brake fluid ................................... 10-3, 8-15Capacities and recommended fuel/lubricants .............................................. 10-2Clutch fluid............................................ 8-15Engine coolant........................................ 8-5Engine oil ................................................ 8-9Power steering fluid.............................. 8-14

Window washer fluid ............................ 8-15F.M.V.S.S. certification label .................... 10-13Front seats

Bench...................................................... 1-7Separate ................................................. 1-2

FuelCapacities and recommended fuel/lubricants .............................................. 10-2Fuel economy ....................................... 5-20Fuel filler cap ........................................ 3-11Fuel gauge.............................................. 2-6Fuel octane rating................................. 10-5Fuel recommendation........................... 10-4

Fuses ......................................................... 8-26

G

GaugeEngine coolant temperature gauge ........ 2-5Fuel gauge.............................................. 2-6Odometer................................................ 2-3Speedometer .......................................... 2-3Tachometer ............................................. 2-5

General maintenance .................................. 9-2

H

Hazard warning flasher switch .................. 2-19Headlight and turn signal switch ............... 2-16Headlights .................................................. 8-29Heater

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Heater and air conditioner controls ........ 4-3Heater operation..................................... 4-4

Hood release ............................................... 3-8Hubs

Auto-lock free-running hubs ................. 5-22Manual-lock free-running hubs............. 5-24

I

Ignition switch .............................................. 5-6Indicator lights and chimes (See warning/indicator lights and chimes)......................... 2-8Inside mirror............................................... 3-16Instrument brightness control .................... 2-18Interior light and cargo light....................... 2-22

J

JackPantograph type ..................................... 6-5

Jump seat .................................................... 1-9Jump starting ............................................... 6-8

K

Key............................................................... 3-2Keyless entry system (See multi-remote controlsystem) ........................................................ 3-4

L

LabelsAir conditioner specification label ....... 10-14Emission control information label...... 10-14Engine serial number ......................... 10-13F.M.V.S.S. certification label ............... 10-13Vehicle identification number (VIN)plate .................................................... 10-12Warning labels (for SRS)...................... 1-18

LightAir bag warning light............................. 1-18Brake light (See stop light) ................... 8-30Bulb check/instrument panel .................. 2-8Bulb replacement.................................. 8-30Headlight and turn signal switch .......... 2-16Headlights............................................. 8-29Interior light and cargo light.................. 2-22Light bulbs ............................................ 8-29Passenger supplemental air bag ON/OFFswitch and light ..................................... 1-15Spotlights (See map light) .................... 2-23Warning/indicator lights and chimes....... 2-8

LockDoor locks............................................... 3-2Power door locks.................................... 3-3

Luggage (See vehicle loadinginformation) .............................................. 10-15Luggage rack (See roof rack)...................... 3-9

M

MaintenanceGeneral maintenance ............................. 9-2Inside the vehicle.................................... 9-3Maintenance precautions ....................... 8-2Outside the vehicle................................. 9-2Periodic maintenance schedules............ 9-5Seat belt maintenance.......................... 1-29Under the hood and vehicle ................... 9-4

Malfunction indicator lamp......................... 2-12Manual windows ........................................ 2-23Manual-lock free-running hubs .................. 5-24Map light .................................................... 2-23Meters and gauges...................................... 2-2Mirror

Inside mirror.......................................... 3-16Outside mirror control ........................... 3-15Outside mirrors ..................................... 3-16Vanity mirror.......................................... 3-17

Multi-remote control system ........................ 3-4Multi-remote controller batteryreplacement ............................................... 8-27

O

Octane rating (See fuel octane rating) ...... 10-5Odometer ..................................................... 2-3Oil

Capacities and recommended fuel/lubricants .............................................. 10-2

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Changing engine oil.............................. 8-10Changing engine oil filter...................... 8-12Checking engine oil level ....................... 8-9Engine oil ................................................ 8-9Engine oil and oil filterrecommendation ................................... 10-6Engine oil viscosity ............................... 10-7

Outside mirror control ................................ 3-15Outside mirrors .......................................... 3-16Overdrive switch ........................................ 5-13Overheat

If your vehicle overheats ...................... 6-10Owner’s manual order form..................... 10-29

P

Pantograph type jack................................... 6-5Parking

Parking brake check............................. 8-23Parking brake operation ....................... 5-16Parking/parking on hills ........................ 5-27

Passenger supplemental air bag ON/OFFswitch and light .......................................... 1-15Periodic maintenance schedules................. 9-5Power

Power door locks.................................... 3-3Power steering fluid.............................. 8-14Power steering system ......................... 5-28Power windows..................................... 2-24

PrecautionsMaintenance precautions ....................... 8-2On-pavement and off-road driving

precautions ............................................. 5-3Precautions on seat belt usage............ 1-20Precautions when starting and driving ... 5-2

Push starting................................................ 6-9

R

RadioAM-FM radio with cassette player........ 4-10FM-AM radio with compact discplayer ................................................... 4-15AM-FM radio with cassette player andcompact disc player.............................. 4-21

Readiness for inspection maintenance (I/M)test ........................................................... 10-28Rear sliding window................................... 2-25Registering your vehicle in anothercountry ..................................................... 10-12Remote keyless entry system (Seemulti-remote control system) ....................... 3-4Reporting safety defects (USA)............... 10-27Roof rack ..................................................... 3-9

S

SafetyReporting safety defects (USA).......... 10-27

SeatJump seat ............................................... 1-9

Seat belt2-point type without retractor................ 1-263-point type with retractor..................... 1-24

Precautions on seat belt usage............ 1-20Seat belt extenders .............................. 1-29Seat belt maintenance.......................... 1-30Seat belts.............................................. 1-20

Seat belt warning light ................................. 2-9Seats

Adjustment.............................................. 1-2Bench seat.............................................. 1-7Separate seats ....................................... 1-2

Service manual order form ...................... 10-29Shifting

Automatic transmission ................. 5-9, 5-11Manual transmission............................. 5-15

Spark plug replacement............................. 8-19Speedometer ............................................... 2-3Spotlights (See map light) ......................... 2-23SRS warning label ..................................... 1-18Starting

Before starting the engine ...................... 5-8Jump starting .......................................... 6-8Precautions when starting and driving ... 5-2Push starting........................................... 6-9Starting the engine ............................... 5-16

SteeringPower steering fluid.............................. 8-14Power steering system ......................... 5-28Tilting steering wheel............................ 3-15

Step rail (if so equipped) ........................... 3-11Stop light.................................................... 8-30Sun shade.................................................. 2-26Sunroof ...................................................... 2-26

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Supplemental restraint system (Supplementalair bag system) .......................................... 1-10Switch

Automatic power window switch .......... 2-25Hazard warning flasher switch ............. 2-19Headlight and turn signal switch .......... 2-16Ignition switch ......................................... 5-4Overdrive switch ................................... 5-13Passenger supplemental air bag ON/OFFswitch and light ..................................... 1-15Windshield wiper and washer switch ... 2-17

T

Tachometer .................................................. 2-5Tailgate latch.............................................. 3-13Theft warning ............................................. 2-14Three way catalyst....................................... 5-2Tie down hooks.......................................... 3-14Tilting steering wheel ................................. 3-15Tire

Flat tire.................................................... 6-2Spare tire .............................................. 8-37Tire chains ............................................ 8-34Tire placard......................................... 10-14Tire pressure......................................... 8-33Tire rotation........................................... 8-35Tires of 4-wheel drive ........................... 8-36Types of tires ........................................ 8-33Uniform tire quality grading ................ 10-27Wheels and tires................................... 8-33Wheel/tire size .................................... 10-10

Towing2-wheel drive models ........................... 6-124-wheel drive models ........................... 6-12Tow truck towing ................................... 6-11Towing load/specification chart........... 10-23Trailer towing ...................................... 10-21

Transfer case............................................. 5-21Transmission

Automatic transmission fluid (ATF)....... 8-13Driving with automatic transmission....... 5-8Driving with manual transmission......... 5-14Selector lever lock release ................... 5-12

Travel (See registering your vehicle in anothercountry) .................................................... 10-12Trip odometer .............................................. 2-4Truck - camper loading............................ 10-17Turn signal switch (See headlight and turnsignal switch) ............................................. 2-16

U

Uniform tire quality grading ..................... 10-26

V

Vanity mirror............................................... 3-17Vehicle dimensions and weights.............. 10-11Vehicle identification number (VIN) (chassisnumber).................................................... 10-12Vehicle identification number (VIN)plate ......................................................... 10-12Vehicle loading information...................... 10-15

Vehicle recovery ........................................ 6-13Ventilators .................................................... 4-2

W

WarningAir bag warning light............................. 1-18Hazard warning flasher switch ............. 2-19Theft warning........................................ 2-14Warning labels (for SRS)...................... 1-18Warning/indicator lights and chimes....... 2-8

Weights (See dimensions and weights) .. 10-11Wheels and tires........................................ 8-31Wheel/tire size ......................................... 10-10When traveling or registering your vehicle inanother country........................................ 10-12Window washer fluid.................................. 8-15Windows

Manual windows ................................... 2-23Power windows..................................... 2-24Rear sliding window ............................. 2-25

Windshield wiper and washer switch ........ 2-17Wiper

Windshield wiper and washer switch ... 2-17Wiper blades......................................... 8-22

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Recommended fuel:

Unleaded gasoline, at least 87 AKI number(RON 91)

For further details such as gasohol or dieselfuel grade, see ‘‘Fuel recommendation’’ inthe ‘‘Technical and consumer information’’section.

CAUTIONUsing fuel other that specified couldadversely effect the emissions controlsystem, and may also affect warrantycoverage.

Under no circumstances should aleaded gasoline be used since this willdamage the three way catalyst.

Recommended engine oil:I API Certification Mark

I API grade SG/SH Energy Conserving I &II or API grade SJ Energy Conserving

I ILSAC grade GF-I & GF-II

See ″Engine oil and filter recommendatio-n″in the ‘‘Technical and consumer informa-tion’’ section.

Tire cold pressure:See the tire placard affixed to the inside ofthe glove box lid.

Recommended new vehiclebreak-in procedure:During the first 1,000 miles (1,600 km) ofvehicle use, follow the recommendationsoutlined in the ‘‘BREAK-IN SCHEDULE’’found in the ‘‘Starting and Driving’’ section ofthis Owner’s Manual. Follow these recom-mendations for the future reliability andeconomy of your new vehicle. Failure tofollow these recommendations may result invehicle damage or shortened engine life.

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I In case of emergency ...................... 6-1(Flat tire, engine will not start, overheat-ing, towing)

I How to start the engine ................... 5-1

I How to read the meters andgauges ............................................. 2-1

I Maintenance schedule..................... 9-1

I Do-it-yourself operations.................. 8-1

I Technical and consumerinformation ..................................... 10-1

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