2000 nissan-pathfinder

Foreword

Welcome to the growing family of newNISSAN owners. This vehicle is delivered toyou with confidence. It was produced usingthe latest techniques and strict quality control.

This manual was prepared to help you under-stand the operation and maintenance of yourvehicle so that you may enjoy many miles ofdriving pleasure. Please read through thismanual before operating your vehicle.

A separate Warranty Information and Main-tenance Log Booklet (in U.S.), Warrantyand Roadside Assistance Informationbooklet (in Canada) explains details aboutthe warranties covering your vehicle andvehicle maintenance schedules. Addition-ally, a separate Customer Care/Lemon LawBooklet (U.S. only) will explain how toresolve any concerns you may have withyour vehicle, as well as clarify your rightsunder your state’s lemon law.

Your NISSAN dealer knows your vehicle best.When you require any service or have anyquestions, he will be glad to assist you withthe extensive resources available to him.

READ FIRST — THEN DRIVESAFELYBefore driving your vehicle please readyour Owner’s Manual carefully. This willensure familiarity with controls and main-tenance requirements, assisting you in thesafe operation of your vehicle.

WARNING

IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMA-TIONREMINDERS FOR SAFETY!Follow these important driving rules tohelp ensure a safe and comfortable tripfor you and your passengers!I Never drive under the influence of al-

cohol or drugs.I Always observe posted speed limits

and never drive too fast for condi-tions.

I Always use your seat belts and appro-priate child restraint systems. Pre-teen children should be seated in therear seat.

I Always provide information about theproper use of vehicle safety featuresto all occupants of the vehicle.

I Always review this Owner’s Manualfor important safety information.

For descriptions specified for four wheel drivemodels, a mark is placed at the begin-ning of the applicable sections/items.

As with other vehicles with features foroffroad use, failure to operate four wheeldrive models correctly may result in lossof control or an accident. For additionalinformation, see “Driving your four wheeldrive safely” in the “5. Starting and driv-ing” section.

ON-PAVEMENT AND OFFROADDRIVINGThis vehicle will handle and maneuverdifferently from an ordinary passengercar because it has a higher center ofgravity for offroad use. As with othervehicles with features of this type, fail-ure to operate this vehicle correctly mayresult in loss of control or an accident.For additional information, see “On-pavement and offroad driving precau-tions” and “Avoiding collision and roll-over” in the “5. Starting and driving”section.

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MODIFICATION OF YOURVEHICLE

This vehicle should not be modified. Modi-fication could affect its performance,safety or durability, and may even violategovernmental regulations. In addition,damage or performance problems result-ing from modification may not be coveredunder NISSAN warranties.

WHEN READING THE MANUALThis manual includes information for alloptions available on this model. Therefore,you may find some information that doesnot apply to your vehicle.

All information, specifications and illustrationsin this manual are those in effect at the time ofprinting. NISSAN reserves the right to changespecifications or design at any time withoutnotice.

IMPORTANT INFORMATIONABOUT THIS MANUAL

You will see various symbols in this manual.They are used in the following ways:

WARNING

This is used to indicate the presence of ahazard that could cause death or seriouspersonal injury. To avoid or reduce therisk, the procedures must be followedprecisely.

CAUTION

This is used to indicate the presence of ahazard that could cause minor or moder-ate personal injury or damage to yourvehicle. To avoid or reduce the risk, theprocedures must be followed carefully.

If you see this symbol, it means Do not dothis or Do not let this happen .

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All rights reserved. No part of this Owner’s Manual maybe reproduced or stored in a retrieval system, or trans-mitted in any form, or by any means, electronic, me-chanical, photocopying, recording or otherwise, withoutthe prior written permission of Nissan Motor Co., Ltd.

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Welcome To The World Of NISSAN

Your new NISSAN is the result of our dedicationto produce the finest in safe, reliable and eco-nomical transportation. Your vehicle is the prod-uct of a successful worldwide company thatmanufactures cars and trucks in over 17 coun-tries and distributes them in 170 nations.

NISSAN vehicles are designed and manufac-tured by Nissan Motor Co., Ltd. which wasfounded in Tokyo, Japan in 1933, and NISSANaffiliates world wide, collectively growing to be-come the fifth largest automaker in the world. Inaddition to cars and trucks, NISSAN also makestextile machinery, fork-lift trucks, marine engines,boats and other products.

NISSAN has made a substantial and growinginvestment in North America, starting with theopening of Nissan Motor Corporation U.S.A. in1960 and continuing with the production of some

cars and trucks at one of the world’s mostmodern manufacturing facilities, Nissan MotorManufacturing Corporation U.S.A. in Smyrna,Tennessee, vehicle styling at Nissan DesignInternational in San Diego, California, and engi-neering at Nissan Research and Development inFarmington Hills, Michigan.

NISSAN and its dealers indirectly employ about60,000 Americans.

NISSAN is also a substantial contributor to theCanadian economy. Nissan Canada Inc., its sup-pliers and over 140 dealers employ approxi-mately 4,500 people. These include companyemployees and the staffs of NISSAN dealers allacross Canada. In addition, many Canadianswork for companies that supply NISSAN andNISSAN dealers with materials and servicesranging from operation of port facilities and trans-

portation services to the supply of lubricants,parts and accessories.

NISSAN pioneered the use of electronics andcomputers in automobiles, and has led the indus-try in improving both performance and fuel effi-ciency through new engine designs and the useof synthetic materials to reduce vehicle weight.The company has also developed ways to buildquality into its vehicles at each stage of theproduction process, both through extensive useof automation and — most importantly —through an awareness that people are the cen-tral element in quality control.

From the time the parts arrived from our suppli-ers until you took delivery of your new Nissan,dozens of checks were made to ensure that onlythe best job was being done in producing anddelivering your vehicle. NISSAN also takes greatcare to ensure that when you take your NISSANto your dealer for maintenance, the service tech-nician will perform his work according to thequality standards that have been established bythe factory.

Safety has also been built into your NISSAN. Asyou know, seat belts are an integral part of thesafety systems that will help protect you and yourpassengers in the event of a sudden stop or anaccident. We urge you to use the seat belts everytime you drive the vehicle.

The NISSAN story of growth and achievementreflects our major goal: to provide you, ourcustomer, with a vehicle that is built with qualityand craftsmanship — a product that we can beproud to build and you can be proud to own.

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NISSAN CUSTOMER CARE PROGRAM

NISSAN CARES ...

Both NISSAN and your NISSAN dealer are dedicated to serving all your automotive needs. Your satisfaction with your vehicle and your NISSANdealer are our primary concerns. Your NISSAN dealer is always available to assist you with all your automobile sales and service needs.

However, if there is something that yourNISSAN dealer cannot assist you with or youwould like to provide NISSAN directly withcomments or questions, please contact our(NISSAN’s) Consumer Affairs Department us-ing our toll-free number:

For U.S. mainland customers1-800-NISSAN-1 (1-800-647-7261)

For Hawaii customers(808) 836-0888 (Oahu Number)

For Canadian customers1-800-387-0122

The Consumer Affairs Department will ask forthe following information:— Your name, address, and telephone

number— Vehicle identification number (on dash-

board)— Date of purchase— Current odometer reading— Your NISSAN dealer’s name— Your comments or questionsOR

You can write to NISSAN with the informationon the left at:

For U.S. mainland and Alaska customersNissan North America, Inc.Consumer Affairs DepartmentP.O. Box 191Gardena, California 90248-0191

For Hawaii customersNissan Motor Corporation in Hawaii2880 Kilihau St.Honolulu, Hawaii 96819

For Canada customersNissan Canada Inc.5290 Orbitor DriveMississauga, Ontario L4W 4Z5

We appreciate your interest in NISSAN and thank you for buying a quality NISSAN vehicle.

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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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1 Seats, restraints and supplemental air bagsystems

Seats ......................................................................... 1-2Front manual seat adjustment .................................. 1-2Front power seat adjustment .................................... 1-4Rear seat adjustment ................................................ 1-6Head restraint adjustment ......................................... 1-9Armrest ...................................................................... 1-9Supplemental restraint system................................ 1-10Precautions on supplemental restraint system....... 1-10Supplemental air bag warning labels...................... 1-20Supplemental air bag warning light......................... 1-21Seat belts ................................................................ 1-22Precautions on seat belt usage .............................. 1-23Child safety ............................................................. 1-24

Pregnant women ..................................................... 1-25Injured persons ....................................................... 1-25Three-point type seat belt with retractor ................. 1-25Two-point type seat belt without retractor (Center ofrear seat) ................................................................. 1-29Seat belt extenders ................................................. 1-30Seat belt maintenance ............................................ 1-31Child restraints ........................................................ 1-31Precautions on child restraints................................ 1-31Installation on rear seat center position.................. 1-33Installation on rear seat outboard positions............ 1-35Top tether strap child restraint ................................ 1-40Installation on front passenger seat........................ 1-42

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WARNING

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 accidentyou could be thrown into it and re-ceive neck or other serious injuries.You could also slide under the lapbelt 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 seatbelt properly. See “Precautions onseat belt usage” later in this sectionfor precautions on seat belt usage.

FRONT MANUAL SEATADJUSTMENT

WARNING

I Do not adjust the driver’s seat whiledriving. The seat may move suddenlyand could cause loss of control of thevehicle.

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

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Forward and backward

Pull the lever up while you slide the seatforward or backward to the desired position.Release the lever to lock the seat in position.

Reclining

To recline the seatback, pull the lever up andlean back. To bring the seatback forwardagain, pull the lever and move your bodyforward. The seatback will move forward.

Seat lifter (if so equipped for driver’sseat)

Turn either dial to adjust the angle and heightof the seat cushion to the desired position.

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Lumbar support (if so equipped fordriver’s seat)

Turn the lever forward or backward to adjustthe seat lumbar area.

FRONT POWER SEATADJUSTMENT

WARNING

I Do not adjust the driver’s seat whiledriving in order that full attention maybe given to the driving operation. Theseat may move suddenly and couldcause loss of control of the vehicle.

I Do not leave children unattended in-side the vehicle. They could unknow-ingly activate switches or controlswhich could cause a serious acci-dent.

Operating tips

I The motor has an auto-reset overload pro-tection circuit. If the motor stops duringoperation, wait 30 seconds, then reactivatethe switch.

I Do not operate the power support seat for along period of time when the engine is off.This will discharge the battery.

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Forward and backward

Moving the switch forward or backward willslide the seat forward or backward to thedesired position.

Reclining

Move the recline switch backward until thedesired angle is obtained. To bring the seat-back forward again, move the switch forwardand move your body forward. The seatbackwill move forward.

Seat lifter

Push the front or rear end of the switch up ordown to adjust the angle and height of the seatcushion.

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Lumbar support (if so equipped fordriver’s seat)

Turn the lever forward or backward to adjustthe seat lumbar area.

REAR SEAT ADJUSTMENT

Before folding down the seat, hook the bucklesideways on to the button and hook on thetongue from the top.

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Folding

1. Remove the head restraints.

2. Pull the strap forward and fold the seatcushion up.

3. Pull the lever and pull the seatback forwardto fold it down.

4. When resetting the seat, be sure to installthe head restraints.

WARNING

I Never allow anyone to ride in thecargo area or on the rear seat when itis in the fold-down position. Use ofthese areas by passengers withoutproper restraints could result in seri-ous injury in an accident or suddenstop.

I It is extremely dangerous to ride in acargo area inside of a vehicle. In a

collision, people riding in these areasare more likely to be seriously injuredor killed.

I Do not allow people to ride in anyarea of your vehicle that is notequipped with seats and seat belts.Be sure everyone in your vehicle is ina seat and using a seat belt properly.

I Head restraints should be adjustedproperly as they may provide signifi-cant protection against injury in anaccident. Always replace and adjustthem properly if they have been re-moved for any reason.

I If the head restraints are removed forany reason, they should be securelystored to prevent them from causinginjury to passengers or damage tothe vehicle in case of sudden brakingor an accident.

I Properly secure all cargo to help pre-vent it from sliding or shifting. Do notplace cargo higher than the seat-backs. In a sudden stop or collision,

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unsecured cargo could cause per-sonal injury.

I When returning the seatbacks to theupright position, be certain they arecompletely secured in the latched po-sition. If they are not completely se-cured in the right position, passen-gers may be injured in an accident orsudden stop.

Reclining (if so equipped)

Pull the reclining lever and position the seatback at the desired angle. Release the reclin-ing lever after positioning the seat at thedesired angle.

WARNING

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 lapbelt and receive serious internal inju-ries.

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. See “Seat belts” later inthis section for precautions on seatbelt usage.

I After adjustment, check to be surethe seat is securely locked.

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HEAD RESTRAINT ADJUSTMENT

WARNING

Head restraints should be adjustedproperly as they may provide significantprotection against injury in an accident.Do not remove them. Check the adjust-ment after someone else uses the seat.

To raise the head restraint, just pull it up. Tolower, push the lock knob and push the headrestraint down.

Adjust the head restraints so the top is levelwith the tops of your ears.

ARMREST

Pull the armrest forward until it is horizontal.

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PRECAUTIONS ONSUPPLEMENTAL RESTRAINTSYSTEM

This Supplemental Restraint System (SRS)section contains important information con-cerning the driver and passenger supplemen-tal front air bags, supplemental side air bagsand pre-tensioner seat belts.Supplemental front air bag system: Thissystem can help cushion the impact force tothe face and chest of the driver and frontpassenger in certain frontal collisions.Supplemental side air bag system (if soequipped): This system can help cushion theimpact force to the head and chest area of thedriver and front passenger in certain sideimpact collisions. The supplemental side airbags are designed to inflate on the side wherethe vehicle is impacted.

These supplemental restraint systems are de-signed to supplement the crash protectionprovided by the driver and front passengerseat belts and are not a substitute for them.Seat belts should always be correctly wornand the driver and front passenger seated asuitable distance away from the steeringwheel, instrument panel and front door finish-ers. (See “Seat belts” later in this section for

instructions and precautions on seat belt us-age.)

After turning the ignition key to the ONposition, the supplemental air bag warninglight illuminates. The supplemental air bagwarning light will turn off after about 7seconds if the systems are operational.

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WARNING

I The supplemental front air bags ordi-narily will not inflate in the event of aside impact, rear impact, roll over, orlower severity frontal collision. Al-ways wear your seat belts to helpreduce the risk or severity of injury invarious kinds of accidents.

I The seat belts and the supplementalfront air bags are most effective when

you are sitting well back and uprightin the seat. Front air bags inflate withgreat force. If you are unrestrained,leaning forward, sitting sideways orout of position in any way, you are atgreater risk of injury or death in acrash and may also receive seriousor fatal injuries from the supplemen-tal front air bag if you are up againstit when it inflates. Always sit backagainst the seatback and as far awayas practical from the steering wheel

or instrument panel. Always use theseat 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 front air bag inflates.

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WARNING

I Never let children ride unrestrainedor extend their hands or face out ofthe window. Do not attempt to holdthem in your lap or arms. Some ex-amples of dangerous riding positionsare shown in the previous illustra-tions.

I Children may be severely injured orkilled when the supplemental front air

bag inflates if they are not properlyrestrained.

I Never install a rear facing child re-straint in the front seat. An inflatingsupplemental front air bag could se-riously injury or kill your child. See“Child restraints” later in this sectionfor details.

For supplemental side air bagsystem (if so equipped):

WARNING

I The supplemental side air bags ordi-narily will not inflate in the event of afrontal impact, rear impact or lowerseverity side collision. Always wearyour seat belts to help reduce the riskor severity of injury in various kindsof accidents.

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I The seat belts and the supplementalside air bag are most effective whenyou are sitting well back and uprightin the seat. Supplemental side air baginflates with great force. Do not allowanyone to place their hand, leg orface near the supplemental side airbag on the side of the seatback of thefront seat. Do not allow anyone sit-ting in the front seat to extend theirhand out of the window or leanagainst the door. Some examples ofdangerous riding positions are

shown in the previous illustrations.

I When sitting in the rear seat, do nothold onto the seatback of the frontseat. If the supplemental side air baginflates, the occupant may be seri-ously injured. Be especially carefulwith children, who should always beproperly restrained.

I Do not use seat covers on the frontseatbacks. They may interfere withsupplemental side air bag inflation.

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Supplemental front air bag system

The driver supplemental air bag is located inthe center of the steering wheel; the frontpassenger supplemental air bag is mounted inthe dashboard above the glove box. Thesesystems are designed to meet optional certifi-cation requirements under U.S. regulations.They are also permitted in Canada. The op-tional certification allows front 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 frontair bags are designed to inflate in higher

severity frontal collisions, although they mayinflate if the forces in another type of collisionare similar to those of a higher severity frontalimpact. They may not inflate in certain frontalcollisions. Vehicle damage (or lack of it) is notalways an indication of proper supplementalair bag operation.

When the supplemental front air bag inflates, afairly loud noise may be heard, followed byrelease of smoke. This smoke is not harmfuland does not indicate a fire, but care should betaken not to inhale it, as it may cause irritationand choking. Those with a history of a breath-ing condition should get fresh air promptly.

Supplemental front air bags, along with theuse of seat belts, help to cushion the impactforce on the face and chest of the occupant.They can help save lives and reduce seriousinjuries. However, an inflating front air bagmay cause facial abrasions or other injuries.Front air bags and supplemental side air bagsdo not provide restraint to the lower body.

The seat belts should be correctly worn andthe driver and passenger seated upright as faras practical away from the steering wheel ordashboard. Since the supplemental front airbag inflates quickly in order to help protect theoccupant, the force of the front air bag inflatingcan increase the risk of injury if the occupant istoo close to or is against the air bag moduleduring inflation.

The air bags will deflate quickly after a collisionis over.

After turning the ignition key to the ONposition, the supplemental air bag warninglight illuminates. The supplemental air bagwarning light will turn off after about 7seconds if the system is operational.

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WARNING

I Do not place any objects on the steer-ing wheel pad or on the instrumentpanel. Also, do not place any objectsbetween any occupant and the steer-ing wheel or instrument panel. Suchobjects may become dangerous pro-jectiles and may cause injury if thesupplemental air bag inflates.

I Right after inflation, several air bagsystem components will be hot. Donot touch them; you may severelyburn yourself.

I No unauthorized changes should bemade to any components or wiring ofthe supplemental air bag system.This is to prevent accidental inflationof the supplemental front air bags ordamage to the supplemental air bagsystem.

I Do not make unauthorized changesto your vehicle’s electrical system,suspension system or front endstructure. This could affect proper

operation of the supplemental frontair bag system.

I Tampering with the supplementalfront air bag system may result inserious personal injury. Tamperingincludes changes to the steeringwheel and the instrument panel as-sembly by placing material over thesteering wheel pad and above theinstrument panel, or by installing ad-ditional trim material around the airbag system.

I Work around and on the supplemen-tal front air bag system should bedone by an authorized NISSANdealer. Installation of electrical equip-ment should also be done by an au-thorized NISSAN dealer. The yellowSupplemental Restraint System(SRS) wiring harnesses* should notbe modified or disconnected. Unau-thorized electrical test equipment andprobing devices should not be usedon the air bag system.

* The SRS wiring harnesses are cov-ered with yellow insulation either justbefore the harness connectors orover the complete harness for easyidentification.

When selling your vehicle, we request that youinform the buyer about the supplemental airbag system and guide the buyer to the appro-priate sections in this Owner’s Manual.


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Supplemental side air bag system (ifso equipped)

The supplemental side air bags are located inthe outside of the seatback of the front seats.The supplemental side air bag (on the driver orfront passenger seat) is designed to inflate inhigher severity side collisions, although it mayinflate if the forces in another type of collisionare similar to those of a higher severity sideimpact. It is designed to inflate on the sidewhere the vehicle is impacted. It may notinflate in certain side collisions. Vehicle dam-age (or lack of it) is not always an indication ofproper supplemental side air bag operation.

When the supplemental side air bags inflate, afairly loud noise may be heard, followed byrelease of smoke. This smoke is not harmfuland does not indicate a fire, but care should betaken not to inhale it, as it may cause irritationand choking. Those with a history of a breath-ing condition should get fresh air promptly.

Supplemental side air bags along with the useof seat belts, help to cushion the impact forceon the head and chest of the front occupants.They can help save lives and reduce seriousinjuries. However, an inflating side air bag maycause abrasions or other injuries.

The seat belts should be correctly worn andthe driver and passenger seated upright as faras practical away from the supplemental sideair bags. Since the side air bags inflate quicklyin order to help protect the front occupants, theforce of the side air bag inflating can increasethe risk of injury if the occupant is too close toor is against the side air bag module duringinflation. The side air bags will deflate quicklyafter the collision is over.

After turning the ignition key to the ONposition, the supplemental air bag warninglight illuminates. The supplemental air bagwarning light will turn off after about 7seconds if the system is operational.

WARNING

I Do not place any objects near theseatback of the front seats. Also, donot place any objects (an umbrella,bag, etc.) between the front door fin-isher and the front seat. Such objectsmay become dangerous projectilesand cause injury if the supplementalside air bag inflates.

I Right after inflation, several side airbag system components will be hot.Do not touch them; you may severelyburn yourself.

I No unauthorized changes should bemade to any components or wiring ofthe supplemental side air bag sys-tem. This is to prevent accidentalinflation of the side air bags or dam-age to the side air bag system.

I Do not make unauthorized changesto your vehicle’s electrical system,suspension system or side panel.

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This could affect proper operation ofthe side air bag system.

I Tampering with the supplementalside air bag system may result inserious personal injury. Tamperingincludes changes to the front seatsassembly by placing material nearthe seatback of the front seat, or byinstalling additional trim materialaround the side air bag system.

I Work around and on the supplemen-tal side air bag system should bedone by an authorized NISSANdealer. Installation of electrical equip-ment should also be done by an au-thorized NISSAN dealer. The SRS wir-ing harnesses* should not bemodified or disconnected. Unautho-rized electrical test equipment andprobing devices should not be usedon the side air bag system.

* The SRS wiring harnesses are cov-ered with yellow insulation either justbefore the harness connectors orover the complete harness for easy

identification.

When selling your vehicle, we request that youinform the buyer about the supplemental sideair bag system and guide the buyer to theappropriate sections in this Owner’s Manual.

Pre-tensioner seat belt system (Forfront seats)

WARNING

I The pre-tensioner seat belts cannotbe reused after activation. They mustbe replaced together with the retrac-tor as a unit.

I If the vehicle becomes involved in afrontal collision but the pre-tensioneris not activated, be sure to have thepre-tensioner system checked and, ifnecessary, replaced by your NISSANdealer.

I No unauthorized changes should bemade to any components or wiring ofthe pre-tensioner seat belt system.

This is to prevent accidental activa-tion of the pre-tensioner seat belts ordamage to the pre-tensioner seat beltoperation. Tampering with the pre-tensioner seat belt system may resultin serious personal injury.

I Work around and on the pretensionersystem should be done by an autho-rized NISSAN dealer. Installation ofelectrical equipment should also bedone by an authorized NISSANdealer. Unauthorized electrical testequipment 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 proce-dures are set forth in the appropriateNISSAN Service Manual. Incorrectdisposal procedures could causepersonal injury.

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front air bags. Working with the seat beltretractor, it helps tighten the seat belt theinstant the vehicle becomes involved in certaintypes of collisions, thereby restraining seatoccupants.

The pre-tensioner is encased with the seatbelt’s retractor. These seat belts are used thesame 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 careshould be taken not to inhale it as it may causeirritation and choking.

If any abnormality occurs in the pre-tensionersystem, the seat belt warning light willflash intermittently after the ignition key isturned to the ON or START position. In thiscase, the pre-tensioner seat belt will not func-tion properly. The system should be inspectedby an authorized NISSAN dealer.

When selling your vehicle, we request that youinform the buyer about the pre-tensioner seatbelt system and guide the buyer to the appro-priate sections in this Owner’s Manual.

SUPPLEMENTAL AIR BAGWARNING LABELS

Warning labels about the supplemental air bagsystem and supplemental side air bag systemare placed in the vehicle.

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SUPPLEMENTAL AIR BAGWARNING LIGHT

The supplemental air bag warning light, dis-playing AIR BAG in the instrument panel,monitors the circuits of the supplemental frontair bag and supplemental side air bag sys-tems. The circuits monitored by the air bagwarning light are the diagnosis sensor unit,satellite sensors, front air bag modules, sideair bag modules and all related wiring.

After turning the ignition key to the ON posi-tion, the air bag warning light illuminates. Thesupplemental air bag warning light will turn off

after about 7 seconds if the systems areoperational.

If any of the following conditions occurs, thesupplemental front air bag and supplementalside air bag systems need servicing:

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

I The supplemental air bag warning lightflashes intermittently or remains on (after 7seconds).

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

Under these conditions, the supplemental frontair bags or supplemental side air bags may notoperate properly. It must be checked andrepaired. Take your vehicle to the nearestauthorized NISSAN dealer.

WARNING

If the supplemental air bag warning lightis on, it could mean that the supplemen-tal front air bag system or supplementalside air bag system will not operate in an

accident.

Repair and replacement procedure

The supplemental front air bags and supple-mental side air bags are designed to inflate ona one-time-only basis. As a reminder, unlessthey are damaged, the supplemental air bagwarning light will remain illuminated after infla-tion has occurred. Repair and replacement ofthe supplemental systems should be doneonly by authorized NISSAN dealers.

To ensure long-term functioning, the sys-tems must be inspected 10 years after thedate of manufacture noted on the certifica-tion label located on the driver side centerpillar.

When maintenance work is required on thevehicle, the supplemental front air bags,supplemental side air bags and related partsshould be pointed out to the person conductingthe maintenance. The ignition key should al-ways be in the LOCK position when workingunder the hood or inside the vehicle.

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WARNING

I Once the supplemental air bags orsupplemental side air bag has in-flated, the air bag module will notfunction again and must be replaced.The air bag module should be re-placed by an authorized NISSANdealer. The air bag module cannot berepaired.

I The supplemental front air bag andsupplemental side air bag systemsshould be inspected by an authorizedNISSAN dealer if there is any damageto the front end or side portion of thevehicle or replaced if the supplemen-tal air bag has inflated.

I If you need to dispose of thesesupplemental systems or scrap thevehicle, contact an authorizedNISSAN dealer. Correct disposal pro-cedures are set forth in the appropri-ate NISSAN Service Manual. Incorrectdisposal procedures could causepersonal injury.

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PRECAUTIONS ON SEAT BELTUSAGE

Your chances of being injured or killed in anaccident and/or the severity of injury may begreatly reduced if you are wearing your seatbelt and it is properly adjusted. NISSANstrongly encourages you and all of your pas-sengers to buckle up every time you drive,even if your seating position includes a supple-mental air bag.

Most states, provinces or territories requirethat seat belts be worn at all times when avehicle is being driven.

WARNING

I Every person who drives or rides inthis vehicle should use a seat belt atall times. Children should be properlyrestrained and, if appropriate, in achild restraint.

I The belt should be properly adjustedto a snug fit. Failure to do so mayreduce the effectiveness of the entirerestraint systems and increase thechance or severity of injury in an

accident. Serious injury or death canoccur if the seat belt is not wornproperly.

I Always route the shoulder belt overyour shoulder and across your chest.Never run the belt behind your back,under your arm or across your neck.The belt should be away from yourface and neck, but not falling off yourshoulder.

I Position the lap belt as low and snugas possible around the hips, not thewaist. A lap belt worn too high couldincrease the risk of internal injuries inan accident.

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

I Do not wear the belt inside out ortwisted. Doing so may reduce its ef-fectiveness.

I Do not allow more than one person touse the same belt.

I Never carry more people in the ve-

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hicle than there are seat belts.

I If the seat belt warning light glowscontinuously while the ignition isturned ON with all doors closed andall seat belts fastened, it may indicatea malfunction in the system. Have thesystem checked by your NISSANdealer.

I Once the pre-tensioner seat belt hasactivated, it cannot be reused andmust be replaced together with theretractor. See your NISSAN dealer.

I Removal and installation of the pre-tensioner seat belt system compo-nents should be done by an autho-rized NISSAN dealer.

I All seat belt assemblies including re-tractors and attaching hardwareshould be inspected after any colli-sion by your NISSAN dealer. NISSANrecommends that all seat belt assem-blies in use during a collision bereplaced unless the collision was mi-nor and the belts show no damage

and continue to operate properly.Seat belt assemblies not in use dur-ing a collision should also be in-spected and replaced if either dam-age or improper operation is noted.

CHILD SAFETY

Children need adults to help protect them.They need to be properly restrained.

The proper restraint depends on the child’ssize. Generally, infants (up to about 1 year andless than 20 lb (9 kg)) should be placed in rearfacing child restraints. Front facing child re-straints are available for children who outgrowrear facing child restraints.

WARNING

Infants and children need special pro-tection. The vehicle’s seat belts may notfit them properly. The shoulder belt maycome too close to the face or neck. Thelap belt may not fit over their small hipbones. In an accident, an improperlyfitting seat belt could cause serious or

fatal injury. Always use appropriate childrestraints.

All US states and provinces of Canada requirethe use of approved child restraints for infantsand small children. See “Child restraints” laterin this section.

In addition, there are many types of childrestraints available for larger children whichshould be used for maximum protection.

NISSAN recommends that all preteens andchildren be restrained in the rear seat ifpossible. According to accident statistics,children are safer when properly restrainedin the rear seat than in the front seat.

This is especially important because yourvehicle has a Supplemental Restraint Sys-tem (Air Bag System) for the front passen-ger. See “Supplemental Restraint System”earlier in this section for precaution.

Infants and small children

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fits your vehicle and always follow the manu-facturer’s instructions for installation and use.

Larger children

Children who are too large for child restraintsshould be seated and restrained by the seatbelts which are provided.

If the child’s seating position has a shoulderbelt that fits close to the face or neck, the useof a booster seat (commercially available) mayhelp overcome this. The booster seat shouldraise the child so that the shoulder belt isproperly positioned across the top, middleportion of the shoulder and the lap belt is lowon the hips. The booster seat should fit thevehicle seat and have a label certifying that itcomplies with Federal Motor Vehicle SafetyStandards or Canadian Motor Vehicle SafetyStandards. Once the child has grown so theshoulder belt is no longer on or near the faceand neck, use the shoulder belt without thebooster seat.

WARNING

Never let a child stand or kneel on anyseat and do not allow a child in the cargo

areas while the vehicle is moving. Thechild could be seriously injured or killedin an accident or sudden stop.

PREGNANT WOMEN

NISSAN recommends that pregnant womenuse seat belts. The seat belt should be wornsnug, and always position the lap belt as lowas possible around the hips, not the waist.Place the shoulder belt over your shoulder andacross your chest. Never run the lap/shoulderbelt over your abdominal area. Contact yourdoctor for specific recommendations.

INJURED PERSONS

NISSAN recommends that injured personsuse seat belts, depending on the injury. Checkwith your doctor for specific recommendations.

THREE-POINT TYPE SEAT BELTWITH RETRACTOR

WARNING

I Every person who drives or rides inthis vehicle should use a seat belt atall times.

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

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

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 belts

1. Adjust the seat.

2. Slowly pull the seat belt out of the retractorand insert the tongue into the buckle until itsnaps.

The retractor is designed to lock during asudden stop or on impact. A slow pullingmotion will permit the belt to move, andallow you some freedom of movement inthe seat.

3. Position the lap belt portion low and snugon the hips as shown.

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

The front seat passenger side seat belt andrear three-point seat belts have a cinchingmechanism for child restraint installation. It isreferred to as the automatic locking mode.

When the cinching mechanism is activated theseat belt cannot be withdrawn again until theseat belt tongue is detached from the buckleand fully retracted. For additional information,see “Child Restraints for Infants and SmallChildren” later in this section.

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 be acti-

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vated. If it is activated it may cause uncom-fortable seat belt tension.

WARNING

When fastening the seat belts, be certainthat seatbacks are completely securedin the latched position. If they are notcompletely secured in the right position,passengers may be injured in an acci-dent or sudden stop.

Unfastening the seat belts

To unfasten the belt, press the button on thebuckle. The seat belt will automatically retract.

Checking seat belt operation

Your seat belt retractors are designed to lockbelt movement by two separate methods:

I When the belt is pulled quickly from theretractor.

I When the vehicle slows down rapidly.

You can check the operation as follows:

I Grasp the shoulder belt and pull quickly

forward. The retractor should lock and re-strict further belt movement.

If the retractor does not lock during this checkor if you have any question about belt opera-tion, see your NISSAN dealer.

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Shoulder belt height adjustment (Forfront seats)

The shoulder belt anchor height should beadjusted to the position best suited for you(see “Precautions on Seat Belt Usage” earlierin this section). To adjust, push the releasebuttons, then move the shoulder belt anchor tothe desired position so that the belt passesover the shoulder. Release the adjustmentbuttons to lock the shoulder belt anchor intoposition.

WARNING

I After adjustment, release the adjust-ment button and try to move theshoulder belt anchor up and down tomake sure it is securely fixed in posi-tion.

I The shoulder belt anchor heightshould be adjusted to the positionbest for you. Failure to do so mayreduce the effectiveness of the entirerestraint system and increase thechance or severity of injury in anaccident. Seat belt hook

When the rear seat belt is not in use, hook it atthe belt hook.

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TWO-POINT TYPE SEAT BELTWITHOUT RETRACTOR (Center ofrear seat)

Selecting correct set of seat belts

The center seat belt buckle and tongue areidentified by the CENTER mark. The centerseat belt tongue can be fastened only into thecenter seat belt buckle.

Fastening the seat belts

1. Insert the tongue into the buckle markedCENTER until it snaps.

2. To lengthen, hold the tongue at a rightangle to the belt and pull on the belt.

To shorten, pull the free end of the beltaway from the tongue, then pull the belt clipto take up the slack.

3. Position the lap belt low and snug on thehips as shown.

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Unfastening the seat belts

To unfasten the belt, press the button on thebuckle.

SEAT BELT EXTENDERS

If, because of body size or driving position, it isnot possible to properly fit the lap-shoulder beltand fasten it, an extender is available which iscompatible with the installed seat belts. Theextender adds approximately 8 inches (200mm) of length and may be used for either thedriver or right passenger seating position. Seeyour NISSAN dealer for assistance if the ex-tender is required.

WARNING

I Only NISSAN belt extenders, made bythe same company which made theoriginal equipment belts, should beused with NISSAN belts.

I Persons who can use the standardseat belt should not use an extender.Such unnecessary use could result inserious personal injury in the event ofan accident.

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SEAT BELT MAINTENANCE

I To clean the seat belt webbings, apply amild soap solution or any solution recom-mended for cleaning upholstery or carpets.Then brush the webbing, wipe it with a clothand allow it to dry in the shade. Do not allowthe seat belts to retract until they are com-pletely dry.

I If dirt builds up in the shoulder belt guide ofthe seat belt anchors, the seat belts mayretract slowly. Wipe the shoulder belt guidewith a clean, dry cloth.

I Periodically check to see that the seatbelt and the metal components such asbuckles, tongues, retractors, flexible wiresand anchors work properly. If loose parts,deterioration, cuts or other damage on thewebbing is found, the entire belt assemblyshould be replaced.

PRECAUTIONS ON CHILDRESTRAINTS

WARNING

I Infants and small children should al-ways 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 crushed be-tween the adult and parts of the ve-hicle. Also, do not put the same seatbelt around both your child and your-self.

I Never install a rear facing child re-straint in the front seat. An inflatingsupplemental front air bag could se-riously injure or kill your child. A rearfacing child restraint must only beused in the rear seat.

I NISSAN recommends that the childrestraint be installed in the rear seat.According to accident statistics, chil-dren are safer when properly re-strained in the rear seat than in thefront seat.

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

In general, child restraints are designed to beinstalled with a lap belt or the lap portion of athree point type seat belt. Child restraints forinfants and children of various sizes are of-fered by several manufacturers. When select-ing any child restraint, keep the followingpoints in mind:

I Choose only a restraint with a label certify-ing that it complies with Federal MotorVehicle Safety Standard 213 or CanadianMotor Vehicle Safety Standard 213.

I Check the child restraint in your vehicle tobe sure it is compatible with the vehicle’sseat and seat belt system. Choose a childrestraint that meets the guidelines of theSociety of Automotive Engineers recom-mended practice J1819 for child restraintinstallation.

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I If the child restraint is compatible with yourvehicle, place your child in the child re-straint and check the various adjustmentsto be sure the child restraint is compatiblewith your child. Always follow all recom-mended procedures.

All US states and Canadian provinces re-quire that infants and small children berestrained in approved child restraints atall times while the vehicle is being oper-ated.

WARNING

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 restraint manu-facturer’s instructions for installationand use. When purchasing a childrestraint, be sure to select one whichwill fit your child and vehicle. It maynot be possible to properly installsome types of child restraints in yourvehicle.

I If the child restraint is not anchored

properly, the risk of a child beinginjured in a collision or a sudden stopgreatly increases.

I Adjustable seatbacks should be posi-tioned to fit the child restraint, but asupright 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, if theseat position where it is installed hasa three-point type lap/shoulder belt,check to make sure the shoulder beltdoes not go in front of the child’s faceor neck. If it does, put the shoulderbelt behind the child restraint. If youmust install a front facing child re-straint in the front seat, see later in“Child restraints” for installation onfront passenger seat.

I When your child restraint is not inuse, store it in the trunk or keep itsecured with a seat belt to prevent itfrom being thrown around in case ofa sudden stop or accident.

CAUTION

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


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INSTALLATION ON REAR SEATCENTER POSITION

Front facing

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

1. Position the child restraint on the seat asillustrated. The direction of the child re-straint depends on the type of the childrestraint and the size of the child. Alwaysfollow the restraint manufacturer’s instruc-tions.

2. Route the seat belt tongue through the childrestraint and insert it into the buckle untilyou hear and feel the latch engage. Be sureto follow the child restraint manufacturer’sinstructions 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 to makesure that it is securely held 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

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

1. Position the child restraint on the seat asillustrated. The direction of the child re-straint depends on the type of the childrestraint and the size of the child. Alwaysfollow the restraint manufacturer’s instruc-tions.


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


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.

INSTALLATION ON REAR SEATOUTBOARD POSITIONS

Front facing

WARNING

I The three-point belt on your vehicle isequipped with a locking mode retrac-tor which must be used when install-ing a child restraint.

I Failure to do so will result in the child

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restraint not being properly secured.It could tip over or otherwise be un-secured and cause injury to the childin a 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. Thedirection of the child restraint depends onthe type of the child restraint and the size ofthe child. Always follow the restraint manu-facturer’s instructions.

2. Route the seat belt tongue through the childrestraint and insert it into the buckle untilyou 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 the beltis fully extended. At this time, the beltretractor is in the automatic locking mode(child restraint mode). It reverts back toemergency locking mode when the buckleis unlatched and the belt is allowed to fullyretract.

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


6. Check that the retractor is in the automaticlocking mode by trying to pull more belt outof the retractor. If you cannot pull any morebelt webbing out of the retractor, the belt isin the automatic locking mode.

7. Check to make sure that the child restraintis properly secured prior to each use. If thebelt is not locked, repeat steps 3 through 6.

After the child restraint is removed and theseat belt is allowed to wind back into the

retractor, the automatic locking mode (childrestraint mode) is canceled; the seat belt onlylocks during a sudden stop or impact.

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Rear facing

WARNING

I The three-point belt on your vehicle isequipped with a locking mode retrac-tor which must be used when install-ing a child restraint.

I Failure to do so will result in the childrestraint not being properly secured.It could tip over or otherwise be un-secured and cause injury to the child

in a 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. Thedirection of the child restraint depends onthe type of the child restraint and the size ofthe child. Always follow the restraint manu-facturer’s instructions.


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3. Pull on the shoulder belt until all of the beltis 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.




7. Check to make sure that the child restraintis properly secured prior to each use. If thebelt is not locked, repeat steps 3 through 6.

After the child restraint is removed and theseat belt is allowed to wind back into the

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retractor, the automatic locking mode (childrestraint mode) is canceled; the seat belt onlylocks during a sudden stop or impact.

TOP TETHER STRAP CHILDRESTRAINT

If your child restraint has a top tether strap, itmust be secured to the provided anchor point.Anchor bracket hardware must be installed.The tether strap anchor bracket is availablethrough your NISSAN dealer.

Part No. 88894-89900Secure the child restraint with the center lapbelt or the lap portion of an outboard three-point belt and latch the tether strap hook ontothe appropriate anchor bracket. To install theanchor bracket, a metric bolt of the dimensionslisted below must be used.

Bolt diameter: 8.0 mmBolt length: more than 1.18 in (30 mm)Thread pitch: 1.25 mm

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

WARNING

The child restraint anchor points aredesigned to withstand only those loadsimposed by correctly fitted child re-straints. Under no circumstances arethey to be used for adult seat belts orharnesses.

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Anchor point locations

Anchor point attaching bolts are located underthe carpet of the rear luggage area floor.

Your NISSAN dealer can assist you with theinstallation of your child restraint.

WARNING

The anchor bolt should be installed at alltimes to prevent the possibility of ex-haust fumes entering the passengercompartment through the holes. See

“Precautions when starting and driving”in the “5. Starting and driving” sectionfor exhaust gas.

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INSTALLATION ON FRONTPASSENGER SEAT

WARNING

I Never install a rear facing child re-straint in the front passenger seat.Supplemental front air bags inflatewith great force. A rear facing childrestraint could be struck by the frontair bag in a crash and could seriouslyinjure or kill your child.

I NISSAN recommends that child re-straints be installed in the rear seat.However, if you must install a frontfacing child restraint in the front pas-senger seat, move the passengerseat to the rearmost position.

I A child restraint with a top tetherstrap should not be used in the frontpassenger seat.

I The three-point belt in your vehicle isequipped with a locking mode retrac-

tor which must be used when install-ing a child restraint.

I Failure to use the retractor’s lockingmode may result in the child restraintnot being properly secured. The childrestraint could tip over or otherwisebe unsecured and cause injury to thechild in a sudden stop or collision.

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Front facing

If you must install a child restraint in the frontseat, follow these steps:

1. Position the child restraint on the frontpassenger seat. It should be placed in afront facing direction only. Move the seatto the rear most position. Always follow thechild restraint manufacturer’s instructions.Child restraints for infants must be usedin the rear facing direction and thereforemust not be used in the front seat.

2. Route the seat belt tongue through the childrestraint and insert it into the buckle untilyou 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 the beltis 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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7. Check to make sure that the child restraintis properly secured prior to each use. If thelap belt is not locked, repeat steps 3through 6.

After the child restraint is removed and the

seat belt is allowed to wind back into theretractor, the automatic locking mode (childrestraint mode) is canceled; the seat belt onlylocks during a sudden stop or impact.

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2 Instruments and controls

Instrument panel ....................................................... 2-2Meters and gauges ................................................... 2-3Speedometer and odometer ..................................... 2-3Tachometer ............................................................... 2-4Engine coolant temperature gauge........................... 2-4Fuel gauge ................................................................ 2-5Compass and outside temperature display (if soequipped) .................................................................. 2-6Outside temperature display ..................................... 2-6Compass display....................................................... 2-7Warning/indicator lights and chimes ......................... 2-9Checking bulbs.......................................................... 2-9Warning lights ........................................................... 2-9Indicator lights ......................................................... 2-12Chimes .................................................................... 2-13Security systems ..................................................... 2-14Theft warning (if so equipped) ................................ 2-14Nissan vehicle immobilizer system ......................... 2-15Windshield wiper and washer switch ...................... 2-16Rear window wiper and washer switch................... 2-16Glass hatch and outside mirror (if so equipped)defogger switch ...................................................... 2-17Headlight and turn signal switch ............................. 2-17Headlight switch ...................................................... 2-17

Turn signal switch ................................................... 2-20Fog light switch (if so equipped) ............................. 2-20Front fog light switch............................................... 2-20Hazard warning flasher switch................................ 2-21Horn......................................................................... 2-21Heated seats (if so equipped)................................. 2-22Power outlet ............................................................ 2-23Cigarette lighter and ashtray (Accessory)............... 2-23Storage.................................................................... 2-24Tray ......................................................................... 2-24Glasses case........................................................... 2-24Cup holders............................................................. 2-25Glove box ................................................................ 2-26Console box ............................................................ 2-27Luggage hooks........................................................ 2-28Cargo net (if so equipped) ...................................... 2-30Tonneau cover (if so equipped) .............................. 2-30Luggage rack (if so equipped) ................................ 2-31Windows.................................................................. 2-32Power windows (if so equipped) ............................. 2-32Sunroof (if so equipped) ......................................... 2-33Automatic sunroof ................................................... 2-33Interior lights............................................................ 2-34Personal lights......................................................... 2-35

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Vanity mirror light (if so equipped).......................... 2-36Integrated HomeLink Universal Transceiver (if soequipped) ................................................................ 2-36Programming HomeLink ........................................ 2-37Programming HomeLink for Canadiancustomers................................................................ 2-38Operating the integrated HomeLink UniversalTransceiver.............................................................. 2-38

Programming problem-diagnosis ............................ 2-38Clearing the programmed information .................... 2-38Rolling code programming ...................................... 2-39Reprogramming a single HomeLink button .......... 2-39If your vehicle is stolen ........................................... 2-39

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Driver’s supplemental air bag (P.1-10)

Cruise controlset switch(P.5-17)

Outside mirror remote control(P.3-15)

Headlight/dimmer/turn signal switch (P.2-17)Front fog light switch (P.2-20)

Meter/gauge (P.2-3)

Windshieldand rearwindow wiper/washerswitch(P.2-16)

Hazard warning flasher switch (P.2-21)Center ventilator (P.4-2)

Heater/air conditioner control (P.4-3)

Compass/outside air temperature display (P.2-6)Passenger supplemental air bag (P.1-10)

Side ventilator (P.4-2)

Glove box (P.2-26)

Cigarette lighter (P.2-23)

Radio/CD player (P.4-19)/clock (P.4-15)

Glass hatch/outside mirrordefogger switch (P.2-17)

Ignition switch/steering lock (P.5-6)

Heated seat switch (P.2-22)

Tilting steering wheel adjust lever (P.3-13)

Hood release handle (P.3-9)

Fuse box cover (P.8-22)/Tray (P.2-24)

Security indicator light (P.2-14)

Cruise control main switch (P.5-17)

Instrument brightness control (P.2-18)

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INSTRUMENT PANEL

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SPEEDOMETER AND ODOMETER

Speedometer

The speedometer indicates vehicle speed.

Odometer/twin trip odometer

The odometer/twin trip odometer are displayedwhen the ignition key is in the ON position.

The odometer records the total distance thevehicle has been driven.

The twin trip odometer records the distance ofindividual trips.

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Changing the display:

Push the reset knob to change the display asfollows:

ODO , TRIP A , TRIP B , ODO

Resetting the trip odometer:

Push the reset knob for more than 1 second toreset the trip odometer to zero.

TACHOMETER

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

CAUTION

When engine speed approaches the redzone, shift to a higher gear. Operatingthe engine in the red zone may causeserious engine damage.

ENGINE COOLANTTEMPERATURE GAUGE

The gauge indicates the engine coolant tem-perature.

The engine coolant temperature will vary withthe outside air temperature and driving condi-tions.

CAUTION

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the vehicle as soon as safely possible. Ifthe engine is overheated, continued op-eration of the vehicle may seriouslydamage the engine. See “If your vehicleoverheats” in the “6. In case of emer-gency” section for immediate action re-quired.

FUEL GAUGE

The gauge indicates the APPROXIMATE fuellevel in the tank.

The gauge may move slightly during braking,turning, acceleration, or going up or down hill.

The gauge needle is designed to remain inapproximately the same position, even whenthe ignition key is turned OFF.

Refill the fuel tank before the gauge regis-ters Empty.

The indicator light comes on when the fueltank is getting low. Refuel as soon as it is

convenient, preferably before the gaugereaches E. There will be a small reserve offuel in the tank when the fuel gauge needlereaches E.

CAUTION

If the vehicle is driven with the fuel levelvery low, the malfunction indicator lampmay come on. Refuel as soon as pos-sible. After driving for a while, the lampshould go off. If the lamp remains on,have the vehicle inspected by an autho-rized NISSAN dealer.For additional information, see the “Mal-function indicator lamp (MIL)” later inthis section.

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This unit is a display unit with the followingfunctions:

I Function to measure terrestrial magnetismand indicate heading direction of vehicle

I Function to indicate outside air temperature

I Function to indicate caution for frozen roadsurfaces

OUTSIDE TEMPERATUREDISPLAY

Push the switch when the ignition key is in theACC or ON position. The outside temperaturewill be displayed in °F.

I Selecting the indication range

Push the switch to change from °F to °C.

I If the outside temperature drops below thefreezing point, the display indicates ICE.

I When the outside temperature is be-tween 130°F (55°C) and 158°F (70°C), thedisplay shows 130°F (55°C).

I When the outside temperature is lowerthan −20°F (−30°C) or higher than 158°F(70°C), the display shows only - - -though it is operating. This is not aproblem.

CAUTION

I The outside temperature sensor islocated in front of the radiator. Thedisplay may not indicate the precisetemperature due to road and engineheat, wind direction and other drivingconditions.

I Use the ICE indication for referenceonly. Confirm the traffic informationand road conditions to drive safely.

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COMPASS DISPLAY

Push the switch when the ignition key is in theACC or ON position. The direction will bedisplayed.

Zone variation change procedure

The difference between magnetic north andgeographical north is known as variance. Insome areas, this difference can sometimes begreat enough to cause false compass read-ings. Follow these instructions to set the vari-ance for your particular location if this hap-pens:

1. Establish your location on the zone map.Record your zone number.

2. Push the ON/OFF switch in for five secondsuntil the current zone entry number is dis-played.

3. Press the ON/OFF switch repeatedly untilthe new zone entry number is displayed.

Once the desired zone number is displayed,stop pressing the ON/OFF switch and thedisplay will show compass direction within afew seconds.

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I If a magnet is located near the compassor the vehicle is driven where the terres-trial magnetism is disturbed, the com-pass display may not indicate the cor-rect direction.

I In places where the terrestrial magne-tism is disturbed, the correction of thedirection starts automatically, extin-guishing the direction bar. If turn ismade one or two times, the correction iscomplete and the direction bar comesback on.

Correction functions of the compassdisplay

The compass display is equipped with auto-matic correction function. If the direction is notshown correctly, carry out manual correctionprocedure set out below.

Manual correction procedure

1. Push the switch for about 10 seconds. Thedirection bar starts blinking.

2. Drive the vehicle slowly in an open and safearea. The initial correction is completedwhile turning one or two turns.

CAUTION

In places where the earth’s magnetismis disturbed, the initial correction proce-dure may start automatically.


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Anti-lock brake warning light(Except for Canada)

Door open warning light Cruise indicator light

Anti-lock brake warning light(For Canada)

Engine oil pressure warning light 4WD indicator light

Automatic transmission oil temperaturewarning light

Low washer fluid warning light(Canada only)

High beam indicator light

Automatic transmission park warning light Seat belt warning light and chime Malfunction indicator lamp (MIL)

or Brake warning light Supplemental air bag warning lightOverdrive off indicator light(Automatic transmission models only)

Charge warning light Tire carrier open warning light Turn signal/hazard indicator lights

CHECKING BULBS

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

, , or , ,

The following lights come on briefly and thengo off:

, or ,

If any light fails to come on, it may indicate aburned-out bulb or an open circuit in the elec-trical system. Have the system repairedpromptly.

WARNING LIGHTS

or Anti-lock brakewarning light

If the light comes on while the engine isrunning, it may indicate there is somethingwrong with the anti-lock brake system. Havethe system checked by your NISSAN dealer.

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

If the light comes on while you are driving,contact your NISSAN dealer for repair.

Automatic transmission oiltemperature warning light( model)

This light comes on when the automatic trans-mission oil temperature is too high. If the lightcomes on while driving, reduce the vehiclespeed as soon as safely possible until the lightturns off.

CAUTION

Continued vehicle operation when theA/T oil temperature warning light is on

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may damage the automatic trans-mission.

Automatic transmission parkwarning light ( model)

This light indicates that the automatic trans-mission parking function is not engaged. If thetransfer control is not secured in any driveposition while the automatic transmission se-lector lever is in the P (Park) position, thetransmission will disengage and the wheel willnot lock.

Shift the transfer control lever into the 2H or 4Lposition when the warning light comes on.

WARNING

I When parking, always make sure thatthe transfer lever is in H or 4L and theparking brake is set.

I If the ATP light is ON, this indicatesthat the automatic transmission P(Park) position will not function andthe transfer lever is in neutral.

I Failure to engage the transfer controllever in H or 4L could result in thevehicle moving unexpectedly, result-ing in serious personal injury or prop-erty damage.

or Brake warning light

This light functions for both the parking brakeand the foot brake systems.

Parking brake indicator:

The light comes on when the parking brake isapplied.

Low brake fluid warning light:

When the ignition key is in the ON position, thelight warns of a low brake fluid level. If the lightcomes on while the engine is running, stop thevehicle and perform the following:

1. Check the brake fluid level. Add brake fluidas necessary. See “Brake and clutch fluid”in the “8. Do-it-yourself” section.

2. If the brake fluid level is correct:

Have the warning system checked by aNISSAN dealer.

WARNING

I 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 re-pairs. Otherwise, have your vehicletowed.

I Pressing the brake pedal with theengine stopped and/or low brake fluidlevel may increase your stopping dis-tance and braking will require greaterpedal effort as well as greater pedaltravel.

I If the brake fluid level is below theMIN mark on the brake fluid reservoir,do not drive until the brake systemhas been checked at a NISSANdealer.

Charge warning light

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engine off and check the alternator belt. If thebelt is loose, broken, missing or if the lightremains on, see your NISSAN dealer immedi-ately.

CAUTION

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

Door open warning light

This light comes on when any of the doorsand/or rear window are not closed securelywhile the ignition key is ON.

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, stop theengine immediately and call a NISSAN dealeror other authorized repair shop.

The oil pressure warning light is not de-signed to indicate a low oil level. Use thedipstick to check the oil level. See “Engineoil” in the “8. Do-it-yourself” section.

CAUTION

Running the engine with the oil pressurewarning light on could cause seriousdamage to the engine almost immedi-ately. Turn off the engine as soon as it issafe to do so.

Low washer fluid warninglight (Canada only)

This light comes on when the washer fluid inthe washer tank is at a low level. Add washerfluid as necessary. See “Window washer fluid”in the “8. Do-it-yourself” section.

Seat belt warning light andchime

The light and chime remind you to fasten seatbelts. The light illuminates whenever the igni-tion key is turned to ON, and will remainilluminated until the driver’s seat belt is fas-tened. At the same time, the chime will soundfor about six seconds unless the driver’s seatbelt is securely fastened.

See “Seat belts” in the “1. Seats, restraints andsupplemental air bag systems” section for pre-

cautions on seat belt usage.

Supplemental air bag warninglight

After turning the ignition key to the ON posi-tion, the supplemental air bag light will illumi-nate. The supplemental air bag warning lightwill turn off after about 7 seconds if the supple-mental front air bag and supplemental side airbag systems are operational.

If any of the following conditions occur, thesupplemental air bag needs servicing and yourvehicle must be taken to your nearest autho-rized NISSAN dealer.

I The supplemental air bag light does notcome on and remain on for 7 seconds andthen go off as described above.

I The supplemental air bag light flashes in-termittently or remains on. (after 7 seconds)

I The supplemental air bag light does notcome on at all.

Unless checked and repaired, the supplemen-tal restraint system may not function properly.For additional information, see “Supplementalrestraint system” in the “1. Seats, restraintsand supplemental air bag systems” section.


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WARNING

If the supplemental air bag warning lightis on, it could mean that the supplemen-tal front air bag system or supplementalside air bag system (if so equipped) willnot operate in an accident.

Tire carrier open warning light(if so equipped)

This light comes on when the tire carrier is notclosed securely while the ignition key is ON.

INDICATOR LIGHTS

Cruise indicator light lamp (ifso equipped)

The light comes on while the vehicle speed iscontrolled by the cruise control system.

If the light flickers while the engine is running,it may indicate there is something wrong withthe cruise control system. Have the systemchecked by your NISSAN dealer.

4WD indicator light

This light comes on when the transfer shift

control lever is in the 4H or 4L position.

High beam indicator light

This light comes on when the headlight highbeam is on, and goes out when the low beamsare selected.

Malfunction indicator lamp(MIL)

If the Malfunction indicator lamp comes onsteady or blinks while the engine is running, itmay indicate a potential emission control prob-lem.

The Malfunction indicator lamp may also comeon steady or blink if the fuel filler cap has notbeen closed tightly or if the fuel tank is nearlyempty. Check to make sure the fuel cap issecure and that you have at least 3 US gallons(14 liters) of fuel in the fuel tank.

After driving for a while, the lamp shouldremain off if no other potential emission controlsystem problem exists.

Operation

The Malfunction indicator lamp will come on inone of two ways:

I Malfunction indicator lamp on steady — Anemission control system malfunction hasbeen detected. Have the vehicle inspected

by an authorized NISSAN dealer. You donot need to have your vehicle towed to thedealer.

I Malfunction indicator lamp blinking — Anengine misfire has been detected whichmay damage the emission control system.To reduce or avoid emission control systemdamage:

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

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

being hauled or towed.

The malfunction indicator lamp may stop blink-ing and come on steady.

Have the vehicle inspected by an authorizedNISSAN dealer. You do not need to have yourvehicle towed to the dealer.

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fuel economy, and possible damage tothe emission control system.

Overdrive off indicator light(Automatic transmissionmodels only)

This light comes on during driving when theoverdrive switch is pressed to prevent over-drive operation.

The O/D OFF indicator light comes on for twoseconds each time the ignition key is turnedON. This shows the light is functioning prop-erly.

If the O/D OFF indicator light blinks forapproximately 8 seconds after coming on for2 seconds, have your NISSAN dealer checkthe transmission and repair it if necessary.

The automatic transmission is equipped withan electronic Fail-Safe mode. This systemallows the vehicle to be driven even in theevent of damage to the electrical circuits. If thisoccurs, the gears automatically engage andlock into 3rd gear.

See “Driving the vehicle” in the “5. Startingand driving” section for failsafe before vis-iting your NISSAN dealer.

Turn signal/hazard indicatorlights

The light flashes when the turn signal switchlever or hazard switch is turned on.

CHIMES

Key reminder chimes

The chime will sound when the driver side dooris opened if the key is left in the ignition switch.Take the ignition key when you leave thevehicle.

Light reminder chimes

A chime will sound if the driver’s door isopened with the light switch on unless theignition key is in the ON position. Turn the lightswitch off when you leave the vehicle.

A chime will sound when the light switch is inthe ON position and the driver’s door isopened after the light switch has been turnedto the OFF position when the light has alreadyturned off automatically.

Brake pad wear warning

The disc brake pads have audible wear warn-ings. When a brake pad requires replacement,it will make a high pitched scraping sound.Have the brakes checked as soon as possible

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Your vehicle may have two types of securitysystem, as follows:

I Theft warning (if so equipped)

I Nissan Vehicle Immobilizer System

The security condition will be shown by thesecurity indicator light.

THEFT WARNING (if so equipped)

The theft warning system provides visual andaudio alarm signals if parts of the vehicle aredisturbed.

Security indicator light

This light blinks whenever the ignition switch isin the LOCK, OFF or ACC position. Thisfunction indicates the security systemsequipped on the vehicle are operational.

How to activate the theft warningsystem

1. Close all windows.

The system can be activated even if thewindows are open.

2. Remove the key from the ignition switch.

3. Close and lock all doors, hood, back doorand glass hatch. All doors can be lockedeither with the multi-remote controller, akey, the door lock knob or the lock-unlockswitch. See “Doors” in the “3. Pre-drivingchecks and adjustments” section for lockingall doors simultaneously.

4. Confirm that the SECURITY indicator lightcomes on. The SECURITY light glows forabout 30 seconds and then begins to flash.The system is now activated. If, during this30 second time period, the door is unlockedby the key or multi-remote controller, or theignition key is turned to ACC or ON, thesystem will not activate.

Theft warning system operation

The warning system will give the followingalarm:

I The headlights blink and the horn soundsintermittently.

I The alarm automatically turns off after 2 to3 minutes; however, the alarm will reacti-vate if the vehicle is tampered with again.

The alarm is activated by:

I Unlocking the door, back door or back doorglass hatch without using the key or multi-remote controller. (Even if the door is

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opened by releasing the door inside lockknob, the alarm is activated.)

I Opening the hood. (Even if the hood isopened by the hood release handle, thealarm is activated.)

I Opening the back door glass hatch. (Even ifthe back door glass hatch is opened by theopener switch, the alarm is activated.)

I Connecting the battery connector after ithas been disconnected from the battery formore than 1 second.

How to stop alarm

The alarm will stop only by unlocking a door orback door with the key or multi-remote control-ler. The alarm will not stop if the ignition switchis turned to ACC.

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

NISSAN VEHICLE IMMOBILIZERSYSTEM

The Nissan Vehicle Immobilizer System willnot allow the engine to start without the use ofthe registered Nissan Vehicle Immobilizer Sys-tem key.

If the engine fails to start using the registered

Nissan Vehicle Immobilizer System key (forexample, when interference is caused by an-other Nissan Vehicle Immobilizer System key,an automated toll road device or automatedpayment device on the key ring), restart theengine using the following procedures:

1. Leave the ignition switch in the ON positionfor approximately 5 seconds.

2. Turn the ignition switch to the OFF or LOCKposition, and wait approximately 5 seconds.

3. Repeat step 1 and 2.

4. Restart the engine while holding the device(which may have caused the interference)separate from the registered Nissan Ve-hicle Immobilizer System key.

If the no start condition re-occurs, NISSANrecommends placing the registered NissanVehicle Immobilizer System key on a separatekey ring to avoid interference from other de-vices.

Statement related to section 15 of FCCrules for Nissan Vehicle Immobilizer Sys-tem(CONT ASSY - IMMOBILIZER)

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

Canada. Operation is subject to the follow-ing two conditions;

(1) This device may not cause harmfulinterference, and (2) this device must ac-cept any interference received, includinginterference that may cause undesired op-eration of the device.

CHANGES OR MODIFICATIONS NOT EX-PRESSLY APPROVED BY THE MANUFAC-TURE RESPONSIBLE FOR COMPLIANCECOULD VOID THE USER’S AUTHORITY TOOPERATE THE EQUIPMENT.

Security indicator light

This light blinks whenever the ignition switch isin the LOCK, OFF or ACC position. Thisfunction indicates the security systemsequipped on the vehicle are operational.

If the Nissan Vehicle Immobilizer System ismalfunctioning, this light will remain on whilethe ignition key is in the ON position.

If the light still remains on and/or the en-gine will not start, see your NISSAN dealerfor Nissan Vehicle Immobilizer System ser-vice as soon as possible. Please bring allNissan Vehicle Immobilizer System keysthat you have when visiting your NISSANdealer for service.


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The windshield wiper and washer operateswhen the ignition key is in the ACC or ONposition.

Push the lever down to operate the wiper.

Intermittent operation can be adjusted from 4to 12 seconds by turning the knob.

Pull the lever toward you to operate thewasher. Then the wiper will also operate sev-eral times.

CAUTION

The following could damage the washersystem:

I Do not operate the washer continu-ously for more than 30 seconds.

I Do not operate the washer if the res-ervoir tank is empty.

WARNING

In freezing temperatures the washer so-lution may freeze on the windshield andobscure your vision which may lead toan accident. Warm the windshield withthe defroster before you wash the wind-shield.

The rear window wiper and washer operateswhen the ignition switch is in the ACC or ONposition.

Turn the switch clockwise to the intermittent,low speed position to operate the wiperor washer.

Turn the switch counterclockwise to theposition to operate the washer. Then the

wiper will also operate several times.

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CAUTION

I Do not operate the washer continu-ously for more than 30 seconds.

I Do not operate the washer if reservoirtank is empty.

I The rear window wiper will not operatewhen the glass hatch is open.

The rear window wiper will not operate ifthe glass hatch is closed with the wiperswitch on. To operate the window wiper,turn the switch to off and then to on.

I The glass hatch will not open while therear window wiper is operating.

WARNING

In freezing temperatures the washer so-lution may freeze on the glass hatch andobscure your vision. Warm the glasshatch with the defroster before youwash the glass hatch.

To defog the glass hatch and the outside doormirrors, start the engine and push the switchon. (The indicator light will come on.) Push theswitch again to turn the defogger off.

It will automatically turn off in approximately 15minutes. If the window clears before this time,push the switch off manually.

CAUTION

When cleaning the inner side of theglass hatch, be careful not to scratch ordamage the glass hatch defogger.

HEADLIGHT SWITCH

Lighting

Turn the switch to the position:

The side combination, tail, license plate and

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instrument lights will come on.

Turn the switch to the position:

Headlights will come on and all the other lightsremain on.

Battery saver system

I When the headlight switch is in the orposition while the ignition switch is in

the ON position, the lights (including thefront fog light) will automatically turn off 45seconds after the ignition switch has beenturned to the OFF position.

I When you open either the driver’s or frontpassenger’s door, the lights turn off withinthe 45 seconds.

I When the headlight switch remains in theor position after the lights auto-

matically turn off, the lights will turn onwhen the ignition switch is turned to the ONposition from the OFF position.

CAUTION

I When you turn on the headlightswitch after the lights automaticallyturn off, the lights will not turn off

automatically. Be sure to turn thelight switch to the OFF position whenyou leave the vehicle for extendedperiods of time, otherwise the batterywill go dead.

I Never leave the light switch on whenthe engine is not running for ex-tended periods of time.

Instrument brightness control

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

position.

Turn the control to adjust the brightness ofinstrument panel lights and power windowswitch lights.When the control is turned to the right until aclick sound is heard, the light intensity will beat maximum. When the control is turned to theleft until a click sound is heard, the light will beturned off.

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Headlight beam select

To select the high beam, push the lever for-ward. Pull it back to select the low beam.

Passing signal

Pulling the lever toward you will turn on thepassing signal even when the headlight switchis off.

Daytime running light system(Canada only)

The headlights automatically illuminate at areduced intensity when the engine is startedwith the parking brake released. The daytimerunning lights operate with the headlight switchin the off position or in the position. Turnthe headlight switch to the position forfull illumination when driving at night.

If the parking brake is applied before theengine is started, the daytime running lights donot illuminate. The daytime running lights illu-minate once the parking brake is released.The daytime running lights will remain on untilthe ignition switch is turned off.

WARNING

When the daytime running light systemis active, tail lights on your vehicle arenot on. It is necessary at dusk to turn onyour headlights. Failure to do so couldcause an accident injuring yourself andothers.

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TURN SIGNAL SWITCH

Turn signal

Move the lever up or down to signal to theturning direction. When the turn is completed,the turn signals cancel automatically.

Lane change signal

To indicate a lane change, move the lever upor down to the point where lights begin flash-ing.

FRONT FOG LIGHT SWITCH

To turn the fog lights on, turn the headlightswitch to the position, then turn theswitch to the position. To turn them off,turn the switch to the OFF position.

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Push the switch on to warn other drivers whenyou must stop or park under emergency con-ditions. All turn signal lights will flash.

Some state laws may prohibit the use of thehazard warning flasher switch while driv-ing.

WARNING

I If stopping for an emergency, be sureto move the vehicle well off the road.

I Do not use the hazard warning flash-

ers while moving on the highway un-less 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 flasher can be actuated with the ignitionswitch either off or on.

To sound the horn, push the center pad area ofthe steering wheel.

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The front seat(s) are warmed by built-in heat-ers. The switches located on the instrumentpanel can be operated independently of eachother.

1. Start the engine.

The battery could run down if the heater isoperated while the engine is not running.

2. Push the (Low) or (High) po-sition of the switch, as desired, dependingon the temperature. The indicator light inthe switch will illuminate.

The heater is controlled by a thermostat,automatically turning the heater on and off.

The indicator light will remain on as long asthe switch is on.

3. When the vehicle’s interior is warmed orbefore you leave the vehicle, be sure to turnthe switch off.

CAUTION

I The battery could run down if the seatheater is operated while the engine isnot running.

I Do not use the seat heater for ex-tended periods or when no one isusing the seat.

I Do not put anything on the seat whichinsulates heat, such as a blanket,cushion, seat cover, etc. Otherwise,the seat may become overheated.

I Do not place anything hard or heavyon the seat or pierce it with a pin orsimilar object. This may result indamage to the heater.

I Any liquid spilled on the heating seatshould be removed immediately witha dry cloth.

I When cleaning the seat, never usegasoline, thinner, or any similar ma-terials.

I If any abnormalities are found or theheating seat does not operate, turnthe switch off and have the systemchecked by your NISSAN dealer.

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The power outlet is for powering electricalaccessories such as cellular telephones.

CAUTION

I Use caution as the outlet and plugmay be hot during or immediatelyafter use.

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

I Do not use with accessories that ex-ceed a 12 volt, 120W (10A) power

draw. Do not use double adapters ormore than one electrical accessory.

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

I Avoid using when the air conditioner,headlights or rear window defoggeris on.

I Before inserting or disconnecting aplug, be sure to turn off the powerswitch of electrical accessory beingused or the ACC power 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 tempera-ture fuse may blow.

I When not in use, be sure to close thecap. Do not allow water to contact thesocket.

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The cigarette lighter element is an accessory.A genuine NISSAN cigarette lighter unit can bepurchased from your local NISSAN dealer.

The cigarette lighter operates when the igni-tion switch is in ACC or ON.Push the lighter in all the way. When the lighteris heated, it will spring out.Return the lighter to its original position afteruse.

WARNING

The cigarette lighter should not be usedwhile driving in order that full attentionmay be given to the driving operation.

CAUTION

The 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.

TRAY

WARNING

The storage tray should not be usedwhile driving in order that full attentionmay be given to the driving operation.

Do not place valuable items in the tray.

GLASSES CASE

The glasses case can be opened by pushingthe button.

WARNING

The glasses case should not be usedwhile driving in order that full attentionmay be given to the driving operation.

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CAUTION

I Do not use for anything other thanglasses.

I Do not leave glasses in the glassescase while parking in direct sunlight.The heat may damage the glasses.

CUP HOLDERS

WARNING

The cup holders should not be usedwhile driving in order that full attentionmay be given to the driving operation.

CAUTION

I Avoid abrupt starting and braking

when the cup holder is being used toprevent spilling the drink. If the liquidis hot, it can scald you or your pas-senger.

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

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To open, push the cup holder.

To close, fully push the cup holder.

GLOVE BOX

When locking or unlocking the glove box, usethe master key.

The glove box may be opened by the handle.

WARNING

Keep glove box lid closed while drivingto help prevent injury in an accident orduring a sudden stop.

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CONSOLE BOX

WARNING

I The center console box should not beused while driving in order that fullattention may be given to the drivingoperation.

I Keep the center console box lidclosed while driving to prevent injuryin an accident or sudden stop.

Do not place valuable items in the centerconsole box.

WARNING

Keep luggage side console box lidsclosed securely while driving to preventinjury in an accident or sudden stop.

Do not place valuable items in the luggageside console box.

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CAUTION

I Make sure the luggage board closessecurely.

I Do not drive with the board removed.

I Properly secure all cargo to help pre-vent it from sliding or shifting. Do notplace cargo higher than the seat-backs. In a sudden stop or collision,unsecured cargo could cause per-sonal injury.

I Never allow anyone to ride in theluggage area or on the rear seat whenit is in the fold-down position.

I It is extremely dangerous to ride in acargo area inside of a vehicle. In acollision, people riding in these areasare more likely to be seriously injuredor killed.

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

LUGGAGE HOOKS

The luggage hooks can be used to securecargo with ropes or other types of straps.

WARNING


I Use the suitable ropes and hooks tosecure cargo.

I Never allow anyone to ride in theluggage area. It is extremely danger-ous to ride in a cargo area inside of avehicle. In a collision, people riding inthese areas are more likely to beseriously injured or killed.


I Be sure everyone in your vehicle is ina seat and using a seat belt properly.

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I When hooking on ropes, do not apply aload of more than 22 lb (98 N) to a singlehook.

I Do not use the luggage net between theA and B hooks.

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CARGO NET (if so equipped)

The cargo net keeps packages in the cargoarea from moving around while your vehicle isdriven.

To install the cargo net, attach the four hooksto the four retainers.

To remove the cargo net, detach the fourhooks from the cargo net retainers.

WARNINGI Properly secure all cargo to help pre-

vent it from sliding or shifting. Do notplace cargo higher than the seat-backs. In a sudden stop or collision,unsecured cargo could cause per-sonal injury.

I Be sure to secure all four hooks intothe retainers. The cargo restrained inthe net must not exceed 30 lbs. (13.6kg) or the net may not stay secured.

TONNEAU COVER (if so equipped)

The tonneau cover keeps the luggage com-partment contents hidden from the outside.

To open the tonneau cover, pull it out andhang both sides on the hooks. To close thetonneau cover, remove it from the hooks andrelease it.

WARNING

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ject on it could cause an injury in anaccident or sudden stop.

I Do not leave the tonneau cover in thevehicle with it disengaged from theholder.


LUGGAGE RACK (if so equipped)

The cross-bars can be adjusted forward andbackward. Place your luggage between thebars (A), adjust the bars (A), and secure theluggage with rope to the bars (A). There arealso adjustable loops on the side bars for therope attachment.

Always evenly distribute the luggage on theluggage rack. Do not load more than 100 lb(45 kg). Be careful that your vehicle does notexceed the Gross Vehicle Weight Rating(GVWR) or its Gross Axle Weight Rating(GAWR front and rear). The GVWR andGAWR are located on the Safety Compliance

Certification Label (located on the driver’s doorpillar). For more information regarding GVWRand GAWR, refer to “10. Technical and cus-tomer information”.

CAUTION

Use care when placing or removingitems from the luggage rack. If you can-not comfortably lift the items onto theluggage rack from the ground, use aladder or stool.

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POWER WINDOWS (if so equipped)

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 window only operates when theignition key is in the ON position.

To open or close the window, push down orpull up the switch and hold it. The main switch(driver side switches) will open or close all thewindows.

The power windows are operational for about45 seconds, even after the ignition key isturned to the OFF position. If the driver’s dooror the front passenger’s door is opened duringthis period of about 45 seconds, power to thewindows is canceled.

The passenger side switch will open or closeonly the corresponding window. To open orclose the window, hold the switch down or up.

Locking passenger’s windows

When the lock button is pushed in, only thedriver side window can be opened or closed.Push it in again to cancel.

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Automatic operation

To fully open the driver side window, com-pletely push down the switch and release it; itneed not be held. The window will automati-cally open all the way. To stop the window, justpull up the switch toward the close side.

A light press on the switch will cause thewindow to open until the switch is released.

AUTOMATIC SUNROOF

The sunroof will only operate when the ignitionkey is in the ON position.

The automatic sunroof is operational for about45 seconds, even if the ignition key is turned tothe OFF position. If the driver’s door or thefront passenger’s door is opened during thisperiod of about 45 seconds, power to thesunroof is canceled. Sliding the sunroof

To open the roof, press and hold the switch tothe side.

To close the roof, press and hold the switch tothe side.

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Tilting the sunroof

To tilt up, first close the sunroof, then pressand hold the side of the tilt switch.

To tilt down the sunroof, press and hold theside of the tilt switch.

Sun shade

Open/close the sun shade by sliding itbackward/forward.

The shade will open automatically when thesunroof is opened. However, it must be closedmanually.

WARNING

I In an accident you could be thrownfrom 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 opening while the vehicle is inmotion or while the sunroof is clos-ing.

CAUTION

I Remove water drops, snow, ice orsand from the sunroof before open-ing.

I Do not place any heavy object on thesunroof or surrounding area.

If the sunroof does not close

Have your NISSAN dealer check and repairthe sunroof.

The lights have a three-position switch.

When the switch is in the center q position, thelights will illuminate when a door or the backdoor is opened.

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The ceiling light will stay on for about 30seconds when:

I The driver’s door is unlocked by the multi-remote controller or a key when all doorsare locked.

I The driver’s door is unlocked while the keyis removed from the ignition switch.

I The key is removed from the ignition switchand the driver’s door is opened and thenclosed.

I The key is removed from the ignition switchwhile all doors are closed.

The light will turn off while the 30 second timeris activated when:

I The driver’s door is locked either with themulti-remote controller, a key, the door lockknob or the lock-unlock switch.

I The ignition switch is turned ON.

When the interior light or the personal lightswitch is in the ON position, the interior,personal, and vanity mirror lights will auto-matically turn off 10 minutes after the igni-tion switch has been turned to the OFFposition. To turn on the light again, insertthe key into the ignition switch and move itto the ON position.

After the above procedure, the interior, per-sonal, or vanity mirror lights will automaticallyturn off 10 minutes after the latest operation ofthe following:

I Opening or closing any door

I Locking or unlocking the driver’s door

I Inserting or removing a key from the ignitionswitch

These lights will turn on again when any of theabove operations is performed after the lightshave turned off automatically. (The lights willturn off 10 minutes after the latest operation ofthe above as well.)

CAUTION

I Turn off the interior, personal andvanity mirror lights when you leavethe vehicle.

I Do not use for extended periods oftime with the engine stopped. Thiscould result in a discharged battery.

When the interior light or the personal lightswitch is in the ON position, the interior,personal, and vanity mirror lights will auto-matically turn off 10 minutes after the igni-tion switch has been turned to the OFFposition. To turn on the light again, insertthe key into the ignition switch and move itto the ON position.

After the above procedure, the interior, per-sonal, or vanity mirror lights will automaticallyturn off 10 minutes after the latest operation ofthe following:

I Opening or closing any door

I Locking or unlocking the driver’s door

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I Inserting or removing a key from the ignitionswitch

These lights will turn on again when any of theabove operations is performed after the lightshave turned off automatically. (The lights willturn off 10 minutes after the latest operation ofthe above as well.)

CAUTION

I Turn off the interior, personal andvanity mirror lights when you leavethe vehicle.

I Do not use for extended periods oftime with the engine stopped. Thiscould result in a discharged battery.

The light on the vanity mirror will turn on whenthe cover on the vanity mirror is opened.

The Integrated HomeLink Universal Trans-ceiver provides a convenient way to consoli-date the functions of up to three individualhand-held transmitters into one built-in device.

Integrated HomeLink Universal Transceiver:

I Will operate most Radio Frequency (RF)devices such as garage doors, gates, homeand office lighting, entry door locks andsecurity systems.

I Is powered by your vehicle’s battery. Noseparate batteries are required. If the vehi-cle’s battery is discharged or is discon-nected, HomeLink will retain all program-ming.

Once the Integrated HomeLink UniversalTransceiver is programmed, retain theoriginal transmitter for future programmingprocedures (i.e., new vehicle purchases).Upon sale of the vehicle, the programmedIntegrated HomeLink Universal Trans-ceiver buttons should be erased for secu-rity purposes. For additional information,refer to “Programming the IntegratedHomeLink Universal Transceiver” later inthis section.

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WARNING

I Do not use the Integrated HomeLinkUniversal Transceiver with any ga-rage door opener that lacks safetystop and reverse features as requiredby federal safety standards. (Thesestandards became effective foropener models manufactured afterApril 1, 1982.) A garage door openerwhich cannot detect an object in thepath of a closing garage door andthen automatically stop and reverse,does not meet current federal safetystandards. Using a garage dooropener without these features in-creases the risk of serious injury ordeath.

I During programming, your garagedoor or gate may open or close. Makesure that people and objects are clearof the garage door or gate that youare programming.

I Your vehicle’s engine should beturned off while programming the In-

tegrated HomeLink Universal Trans-ceiver.

PROGRAMMING HomeLink

1. With the ignition key in the OFF position,press and hold the two outside buttons, andrelease when the indicator light begins toflash (approximately 20 seconds). This pro-cedure erases the factory set default codesand does not have to be followed whenprogramming additional hand-held trans-mitters.

2. Hold the end of the hand-held transmitter(from the device you wish to train) approxi-mately 2 to 5 inches (50 to 127 mm) awayfrom the surface of HomeLink keeping theindicator light in view.

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3. Using both hands, simultaneously push thehand-held transmitter button and the de-sired HomeLink button. Do not release thebuttons until step 4 has been completed.

NOTE:

Some garage door openers may requirethe procedures noted under “CanadianProgramming”.

4. The HomeLink indicator light will flash,first slowly and then rapidly. When theindicator light flashes rapidly, both buttonsmay be released. The rapid flashing lightindicates the Integrated HomeLink Univer-sal Transceiver has been successfully pro-grammed.

To program the remaining two buttons, followsteps 2 through 4.

If, after repeated attempts, you do not suc-cessfully program the Integrated HomeLinkUniversal Transceiver to learn the signal of thehand-held transmitter, refer to “Rolling CodeProgramming” later in this section.

PROGRAMMING HomeLink FORCANADIAN CUSTOMERS

Prior to 1992, D.O.C. regulations requiredhand-held transmitters to stop transmitting af-ter 2 seconds. To program your hand-held

transmitter to HomeLink , continue to pressand hold the HomeLink button (note steps 2through 4 under “Programming HomeLink ”)while you press and re-press (“cycle”) yourhand-held transmitter every 2 seconds untilthe indicator light flashes rapidly (indicatingsuccessful programming).

NOTE:

If programming a garage door opener, etc.,it is advised to unplug the device duringthe “cycling” process to prevent possibledamage to the garage door opener compo-nents.

OPERATING THE INTEGRATEDHomeLink UNIVERSALTRANSCEIVER

The Integrated HomeLink Universal Trans-ceiver (once programmed) may now be usedto activate the garage door, etc. To operate,simply press the appropriate programmed In-tegrated HomeLink Universal Transceiverbutton. The red indicator light will illuminatewhile the signal is being transmitted.

PROGRAMMINGPROBLEM-DIAGNOSIS

If the HomeLink does not quickly learn thehand-held transmitter information:

I replace the hand-held transmitter batterieswith new batteries.

I position the hand-held transmitter with itsbattery area facing away from theHomeLink surface.

I press and hold both the HomeLink andhand-held transmitter buttons without inter-ruption.

I position the hand-held transmitter 2 to 5inches (50 to 127 mm) away from theHomeLink surface. Hold the transmitter inthat position for up to 15 seconds. IfHomeLink is not programmed within thattime, try holding the transmitter in anotherposition - keeping the indicator light in viewat all times.

If you continue to have programming difficul-ties, please contact the NISSAN ConsumerAffairs Department. The phone numbers arelocated in the Foreword of this Owner’sManual.

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indicator light begins to flash (approximately20 seconds).

ROLLING CODE PROGRAMMING

Rolling code garage door openers (or otherrolling code devices) which are “code pro-tected” and manufactured after 1996, may bedetermined by the following.

A. Reference the garage door opener Owner’sManual for verification.

B. The hand-held transmitter appears to pro-gram the Integrated HomeLink UniversalTransceiver but does not activate the ga-rage door.

C. Press and hold the trained HomeLink but-ton. If the garage door opener has therolling code feature, the HomeLink indica-tor light will flash rapidly, then remains onafter 2 seconds.

To program the Integrated HomeLink Univer-sal Transceiver to a garage door opener withthe rolling code feature, follow these instruc-tions after completing the “ProgrammingHomeLink ” (the aid of a second person maymake the following procedures quicker andeasier).

1. Locate the training button on the garagedoor opener motor unit. Exact location and

color of the button may vary by garage dooropener brand. If there is difficulty locatingthe training button, reference the garagedoor opener Owner’s Manual.

2. Press the training button on the garagedoor opener motor unit (which may activatea training light).

NOTE:

Following step 2, there are 30 secondsin which to initiate step 3.

3. Firmly press and release the programmedHomeLink button. Press and release theHomeLink button a second time to com-plete the training process. (Some garagedoor openers may require you to do thisprocedure a third time to complete thetraining.)

The garage door opener should now recognizethe Integrated HomeLink Universal Trans-ceiver and activate when the HomeLink but-ton is pressed. The remaining two buttons maynow be programmed (if not yet programmed,follow steps 2 through 4 in the “ProgrammingHomeLink ” procedures earlier in this section).

REPROGRAMMING A SINGLEHomeLink BUTTON

To reprogram an Integrated HomeLink Uni-

versal Transceiver button, complete the follow-ing.

1. Press and hold the desired HomeLinkbutton. Do not release the button until step4 has been completed.

2. When the indicator light begins to flashslowly (after 20 seconds), position thehand-held transmitter 2 to 5 inches (50 to127 mm) away from the HomeLink sur-face.

3. Press and hold the hand-held transmitterbutton.

4. The HomeLink indicator light will flash,first slowly and then rapidly. When theindicator light begins to flash rapidly, re-lease both buttons.

The Integrated HomeLink Universal Trans-ceiver button has now been reprogrammed.The new device can be activated by pushingthe HomeLink button that was just pro-grammed. This procedure will not affect anyother programmed HomeLink buttons.

IF YOUR VEHICLE IS STOLEN

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manufacturer or dealer of those devices foradditional information.

When your vehicle is recovered, you willneed to reprogram the IntegratedHomeLink Universal Transceiver withyour new transmitter information.

FCC Notice:

This device complies with FCC rules part15. Operation is subject to the followingtwo conditions: (1) This device may notcause harmful interference and (2) Thisdevice must accept any interference thatmay be received, including interferencethat may cause undesired operation.

The transmitter has been tested and com-plies with FCC and DOC/MDC rules.Changes or modifications not expresslyapproved by the party responsible for com-pliance could void the user’s authority tooperate the device.

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3 Pre-driving checks and adjustments

Keys .......................................................................... 3-2Doors......................................................................... 3-2Locking with key........................................................ 3-3Locking with inside lock knob ................................... 3-3Locking with power door lock switch (if soequipped) .................................................................. 3-4Child safety rear door lock........................................ 3-4Multi-remote control system (if so equipped)............ 3-5How to use multi-remote control system .................. 3-5Hood.......................................................................... 3-9Rear door .................................................................. 3-9Key operation ............................................................ 3-9Spare tire carrier (if so equipped) ........................... 3-10

Glass hatch ............................................................. 3-11Key operation .......................................................... 3-11Fuel filler lid ............................................................. 3-12Opener operation .................................................... 3-12Fuel filler cap........................................................... 3-12Steering wheel ........................................................ 3-13Tilt operation ........................................................... 3-13Sun visors ............................................................... 3-14Using the sun visors ............................................... 3-14Mirrors ..................................................................... 3-14Inside mirror ............................................................ 3-14Outside mirrors........................................................ 3-15

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You can only drive your vehicle using themaster keys which are registered to the NissanVehicle Immobilizer System components inyour vehicle. These keys have a transponderchip in the key head.

The keys can be used for the door, back dooror glove box locks.

Never leave these keys in the vehicle.Record the key number on the key numberplate supplied with your keys and keep it in asafe place (such as your wallet), not in thevehicle. NISSAN does not record any keynumber so it is very important to keep track ofyour 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, this keycan be duplicated by your NISSAN dealer.Nissan Vehicle Immobilizer System keys:The key number is necessary when you needextra Nissan Vehicle Immobilizer Systemkeys. As many as 5 Nissan Vehicle Immobi-lizer System keys can be used with one ve-hicle. New keys must be registered to theNissan Vehicle Immobilizer System compo-nents in your vehicle by your NISSAN dealer.At this time, you should bring all Nissan Ve-hicle Immobilizer System keys that you have toyour NISSAN dealer for registration. This isbecause the registration process will erase allmemory of the Nissan Vehicle ImmobilizerSystem components.

WARNING

I Always have the doors locked whiledriving. Along with the use of seatbelts, this provides greater safety inthe event of an accident by helping toprevent persons from being thrownfrom the vehicle. This also helps keepchildren and others from unintention-ally opening the doors, and will helpkeep out intruders.

I Before opening any door, always lookfor and avoid oncoming traffic.

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.

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LOCKING WITH KEY

Manual

To lock the door, turn the key towards the frontof the vehicle. To unlock, turn it towards therear.

Power

The power door lock system allows you to lockor unlock all doors including the back doorsimultaneously.

I Turning the front door key to the front of thevehicle will lock all doors.

I Turning the front door key one time to therear of the vehicle will unlock the corre-sponding door. From that position, return-ing the key to neutral (where the key canonly be removed and inserted.) and turningit to the rear again within 5 seconds willunlock all doors.

LOCKING WITH INSIDE LOCKKNOB

Pushing or pulling the door inside lock knob tothe lock or unlock will lock or unlock thecorresponding door.

To lock from the outside without a key, movethe inside lock knob to the LOCK position.Then close the door. When locking the doorthis way, be certain not to leave the key insidethe vehicle.

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LOCKING WITH POWER DOORLOCK SWITCH (if so equipped)

Operating the lock-unlock switch will lock orunlock all doors including the back door simul-taneously.

All door locks will be engaged when the powerdoor lock switch is moved to the LOCK posi-tion with the driver’s or front passenger’s dooropen. Then close the door and all doors will belocked.

When the power door lock switch is moved tothe LOCK position while any front doors isopen and a key is in the ignition switch, all

doors will lock once and then unlock automati-cally.

CHILD SAFETY REAR DOORLOCK

Child safety locking helps prevent doors frombeing opened accidentally, especially whensmall children are in the vehicle.

When the lever is in the lock position, therear door can be opened only from theoutside.

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It is possible to lock/unlock all doors andactivate the panic alarm by using the remotecontroller from outside the vehicle.Before locking the doors, make sure thekey is not left in the vehicle.The remote controller can operate at a dis-tance of approximately 33 ft (10 m) from thevehicle. (The effective distance depends uponthe 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 your NISSANdealer.

The multi-remote controller will not functionwhen:

I the battery is dead,

I the distance between the vehicle and theremote controller is over 33 ft (10 m).

The panic alarm will not activate when thekey is in the ignition switch.

CAUTION

The following conditions or occurrenceswill damage the remote controller.

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 controller foran extended period in an area wheretemperatures exceed 140°F (60°C).

If a multi-remote controller is lost orstolen, NISSAN recommends erasingthe ID code of that controller. This willprevent the controller from unautho-rized use to unlock the vehicle. For in-formation regarding the erasing proce-dure, please contact an authorizedNISSAN dealer.

HOW TO USE MULTI-REMOTECONTROL SYSTEM

Setting hazard and horn chirp mode

This vehicle is set in hazard and horn chirpmode when you first receive the vehicle.

In hazard and horn chirp mode, when theLOCK button is pushed, the hazard indicator

flashes twice and the horn chirps once. Whenthe UNLOCK button is pushed, the hazardindicator flashes once.

If hazard and horn chirp mode is not neces-sary, you can switch to normal mode by fol-lowing the switching procedure.

In normal mode, when the LOCK button ispushed, the hazard indicator flashes twice.When the UNLOCK button is pushed, neitherthe hazard indicator nor the horn operates.

(Switching procedure)

Press and hold the LOCK and UNLOCK but-tons on the multi-remote controller simulta-neously for at least 2 seconds to switch fromone mode to the other.

When pushing the buttons to set normal mode,the hazard indicator flashes 3 times.

When pushing the buttons to set hazard andhorn chirp mode, the hazard indicator flashesonce and the horn chirps once.

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Locking doors

1. Remove the ignition key.*1

2. Close all the doors.*2

3. Push the LOCK button on the multi-remotecontroller.

4. All the doors will lock.

All of the doors will lock when the LOCKbutton on the multi-remote controller ispushed even though a door remains openand/or the ignition key is in the ON posi-tion.

5. The hazard indicator flashes twice and thehorn chirps once.

I When the LOCK button is pushed with alldoors locked, the hazard indicator flashestwice and the horn chirps once as a re-minder that the doors are already locked.

*1: Doors lock with the remote controller whilea key is in the ignition switch. However, thepanic alarm will not activate when theignition switch is in the ACC or ON posi-tion.

*2: Doors lock with the remote controller whileany door is open. However, hazard and

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Unlocking doors

1. Push the UNLOCK button on the multi-remote controller.

I Only the driver’s door unlocks

I The hazard indicator flashes once if alldoors are completely closed.

I The interior light turns on and the light timeractivates for 30 seconds when the switch isin the center q position.

2. Push the UNLOCK button on the multi-remote controller again within 5 seconds.

I All doors unlock

I The hazard indicator flashes once if alldoors are completely closed.

The interior light can be turned off withoutwaiting for 30 seconds by inserting the key intothe ignition or by locking the doors with themulti-remote controller.

Using the panic alarm

If you are near your vehicle and feel threat-ened, you may activate the alarm to call atten-tion as follows:

1. Push the PANIC button on the remotecontroller for longer than 0.5 seconds.

2. The theft warning alarm and headlights willstay on for 30 seconds.

3. The panic alarm stops when:

I It has run for 30 seconds, or

I The LOCK or the UNLOCK button ispressed, or

I The panic button is pushed on the multi-remote controller.

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Battery replacement

Replace the battery as follows:

1. Open the lid using a suitable tool.

2. Replace the battery with a new one.

Recommended battery: Sanyo CR2025 orequivalent

Make sure that the ⊕ side faces the bottomcase.

3. Close the lid securely.

4. Push the remote controller button two orthree times to check its operation.

See your NISSAN dealer if you need anyassistance for replacement.

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

I Be careful not to touch a circuit boardand a battery terminal.

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

I The remote controller is water-proof;however, if it does get wet, immediatelywipe completely dry.

I When changing batteries, do not let dustor oil get on the controller.

FCC Notice:

Changes or modifications not expresslyapproved by the manufacturer compliance

could void the user’s authority to operatethe 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 not causeharmful interference, and (2) this devicemust accept any interference received, in-cluding interference that may cause undes-ired operation of the device.

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1. Pull the hood lock release handle locatedbelow the instrument panel; the hood willthen spring up slightly.

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

3. Insert the assist bar into the slot in the frontedge of the hood.

4. When closing the hood, reset the assist barto its original position, then slowly close thehood and make sure it locks into place.

WARNING

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

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

WARNING

Do not drive with the rear door open.This could allow dangerous exhaustgases to be drawn into the vehicle. See“Precautions when starting and driving”in the “5. Starting and driving” sectionfor exhaust gas.

KEY OPERATION

1. Turn the key counterclockwise to unlock therear door.

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Turning the rear door key one time coun-terclockwise will unlock the rear door.From that position, returning the key toneutral (where the key can only the re-moved and inserted.) and turning it coun-terclockwise again within 5 seconds willunlock all doors.

2. Pull the opener handle to open the reardoor.

3. To lock the rear door, push it down firmlyand turn the key clockwise.

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

I Turning the front door key to the front ofthe vehicle will lock all doors.

I Turning the front door key one time tothe rear of the vehicle will unlock thecorresponding door. From that position,returning the key to neutral (where thekey can only be removed and inserted.)and turning it to the rear again within 5seconds will unlock all doors.

When opening the rear door, first open thespare tire carrier in the sequence shown in theillustration above. Then insert the stopper intothe hole to secure the carrier in the openposition.

CAUTION

I Be certain that there is adequate areato allow the carrier to open fully.

I Open and close the spare tire carrierslowly.

I Before driving, be certain that thespare tire carrier is firmly closed andlatched.

I Failure to do so may injure pedestri-ans or damage the vehicle.

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KEY OPERATION

To open the glass hatch, turn the key fullyclockwise and pull the opener handle. Toclose, lower and push the glass hatch downsecurely.

Other key operationsI Turning the key clockwise locks all doors

including the back door.

I Turning the key counterclockwise unlocksthe rear door.

I Turning the key counterclockwise againunlock all doors.

WARNING

Do not drive with the glass hatch open.This could allow dangerous exhaust

gases to be drawn into the vehicle. See“Precautions when starting and driving”in the “5. Starting and driving” sectionfor exhaust gas.

CAUTION

Do not open the glass hatch unless thewiper is in the stowed position.

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OPENER OPERATION

To open the fuel filler lid, push the opener leverdown. To lock, close the fuel filler lid securely.

FUEL FILLER CAP

The fuel filler cap is a screw-on ratchetingtype. Tighten the cap clockwise until ratchetingclicks are heard.

WARNING

I Gasoline is extremely flammable andhighly explosive under certain condi-tions. You could be burned or seri-ously injured if it is misused or mis-handled. Always stop the engine and

do not smoke or allow open flames orsparks near the vehicle when refuel-ing.

I Fuel may be under pressure. Turn thecap one-half turn, and wait for anyhissing sound to stop to prevent fuelfrom spraying out and possible per-sonal injury. Then remove the cap.

I Do not attempt to top off the fuel tankafter the fuel pump nozzle shuts offautomatically. Continued refuelingmay cause fuel over-flow, resulting infuel spray and possibly a fire.

I Only use 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 or itmay cause the MIL to illuminate.

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

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CAUTION

I If fuel is spilled on the vehicle body,flush it away with water to avoid paintdamage.

I Tighten until cap clicks, failure totighten fuel cap properly may causethe malfunction indicator lamp(MIL) to illuminate. If this occurs, se-curely close the fuel filler cap. Afterdriven for a while, the lamp shouldturn off. If the lamp remains on, havethe vehicle inspected by an autho-rized NISSAN dealer.For additional information, see the“Malfunction indicator lamp (MIL)” inthe “2. Instruments and controls”section.

Put the fuel filler cap on the cap holder whilerefueling.

TILT OPERATION

While pushing down on the lock lever, adjustthe steering wheel up or down to the desiredposition. Push the lock lever up securely tolock the steering wheel in place.

WARNING

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

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USING THE SUN VISORS

1. To block out glare from the front, swingdown the main sun visor.

2. To block glare from the side, remove themain sun visor from the center mount andswing it to the side.

3. Then, to block glare from the front too,swing down the sub-sun visor (if soequipped).

4. To adjust the glare block position, slide thesub-sun visor to the left.

CAUTION

I Do not store the main sun visor be-fore storing the sub-sun visor.

I Do not pull the sub-sun visor forcedlydownwards.

INSIDE MIRROR

The night position will reduce glare from theheadlights of vehicles behind you at night.

WARNING

Use the night position only when neces-sary, because it reduces rear view clar-ity.

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OUTSIDE MIRRORS

The outside mirror will operate only when theignition switch is in the ACC or ON position.

Turn the control knob to the right or left toselect the right or left outside mirror, thenadjust.

The outside mirror can be moved in any direc-tion for a better rear view.

WARNING

Objects 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 inside mirror or glanceover your shoulder to properly judgedistances to other objects.

Foldable outside mirrors

Push the mirror backward to fold it.

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4 Heater, air conditioner and audio systems

Ventilators ................................................................. 4-2Heater and air conditioner (Manual) ......................... 4-3Controls ..................................................................... 4-3Heater operation ....................................................... 4-4Air conditioner operation ........................................... 4-5Air flow charts ........................................................... 4-6Heater and air conditioner (Automatic) ..................... 4-9Automatic operation ................................................ 4-10Manual operation .................................................... 4-10Operating tips.......................................................... 4-11

Servicing air conditioner.......................................... 4-11Audio system........................................................... 4-12FM radio reception .................................................. 4-12AM radio reception.................................................. 4-13FM-AM radio with cassette player .......................... 4-14FM-AM radio with cassette player and compact disc(CD) player .............................................................. 4-19Antenna ................................................................... 4-25CB radio or car phone ............................................ 4-26

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Open or close, and adjust the air flow directionof ventilators.

: This symbol indicates that the vents areclosed when the vent switch is movedto the left.

: This symbol indicates that the vents areopen when the vent switch is moved tothe right.

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WARNING

I The air conditioner cooling functionoperates only when the engine is run-ning.

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

animals.

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

I Positioning of the heating or air con-ditioning controls should not be donewhile driving, in order that full atten-tion may be given to the driving op-eration.

CONTROLS

Fan control dial

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

Air flow control dial

This dial allows you to select the air flowoutlets.

— Air flows from center and side venti-lators.

— Air flows from center and side venti-lators and foot outlets.

— Air flows mainly from foot outlets.

— Air flows from defroster outlets andfoot outlets.

— Air flows mainly from defroster out-lets.

Temperature control dial

This dial allows you to adjust the temperatureof the outlet air.

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Air recirculation button

Off position

Outside air is drawn into the passenger com-partment.

Use the off position for normal heater, or airconditioner operation.

On position (Indicator light on)

Interior air is recirculated inside the vehicle.

Push the air recirculation button to the onposition when driving on a dusty road or toavoid traffic fumes.

Air conditioner button

This button is provided only for vehicles withair conditioner.

Start the engine, move the fan control dial tothe desired (1 to 4) position and push the airconditioner button to turn on the air condi-tioner. The indicator light will come on whenthe air conditioner button is on. To stop the airconditioner, push the switch again to return itto the original position.

The air conditioner cooling function oper-ates only when the engine is running.

HEATER OPERATION

Heating

This mode is used to direct hot air from thefloor outlets.

1. Push the air recirculation button to the offposition for normal heating.

2. Turn the air control dial to the posi-tion.

3. Turn on the fan control dial.

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

I For quick heating, move the air recirculationbutton to the on position. Be sure to returnthe air recirculation button to the off positionfor normal heating.

Ventilation

This mode directs outside air from the side andcentre vents.

1. Push the air recirculation button to the offposition.

2. Turn the air control dial to the position.


4. Turn the temperature control dial to thedesired position.

Defrosting or defogging

This mode is used to defrost/defog the win-dows.





I To quickly remove ice or fog from thewindows, push the air recirculation buttonto the on position, the fan control dial to 4and the temperature control dial to the fullhot position. As soon as possible after thewindow is clear, push the air recirculationbutton to the off position.

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4. Normally turn the temperature control dialto the midpoint between hot and cold.

Heating and defogging

This mode heats the interior and defogs thewindscreen.





Operating tips

I Clear snow and ice from the wiper bladeand air inlet in front of the windshield.This will improve heater operation.

I A slight delay may be experienced whenturning the air control dial. This is not aproblem, it is only the system motors andsolenoids switching from one outlet to an-other.

AIR CONDITIONER OPERATION

Start the engine, move the fan control dial tothe desired (1 to 4) position and push in the airconditioner button to activate the air condi-tioner. When the air conditioner is on, coolingand dehumidifying functions will be added tothe heater operation.

The air conditioner cooling function oper-ates only when the engine is running.

Cooling

This mode is used to cool and dehumidify.


2. Turn the air control dial to the position.


4. Push on the air conditioner button. Theindicator light will come on.


I For quick cooling when the outside tem-perature is high, push the air recirculationbutton to the on position. Be sure to returnthe air recirculation button to the off positionfor normal cooling.

Dehumidified heating

This mode is used to heat and dehumidify.






Dehumidified defogging

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Operating tips

I Keep windows and sun roof closed whilethe 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. This willallow the air conditioner to cool the interiormore quickly.

I The air conditioning system should beoperated for about ten minutes at leastonce a month. This helps prevent dam-age to the system due to lack of lubrica-tion.

I If the coolant temperature gauge exceedsthe hot position, turn the air conditioner off.For additional information, see “If your ve-hicle overheats” in the “6. In case of emer-gency” section.

AIR FLOW CHARTS

The following charts show the button and dialpositions for maximum and quick heating,cooling or defrosting. The air recirculationswitch should always be in the off positionfor heating and defrosting.


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Start the engine and operate the controls toactivate the air conditioner.

WARNING

I The air conditioner cooling functionoperates only when the engine is run-ning.

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

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

I Positioning of the heating or air con-ditioning controls should not be donewhile driving, in order that full atten-tion may be given to the driving op-eration.

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AUTOMATIC OPERATION

Cooling and/or dehumidified heating(AUTO)

This mode may be used all year round. Thesystem works automatically to maintain aconstant temperature. Air flow distribution andfan speed are also controlled automatically.

1. Push the AUTO button on. (AUTO willappear on the display.)

2. Push the temperature control buttonto set the desired temperature.

I For normal operation, adjust the tempera-ture control button to about 75°F (24°C).

I The temperature of the passenger compart-ment will be maintained automatically. Airflow distribution and fan speed are alsocontrolled automatically.

Heating (ECON)

Use this mode when you need to heat only.

1. Push the ECON (Economy) button on.(ECON appears on the display.)


I The temperature of the passenger compart-

ment will be maintained automatically. Airflow distribution and fan speed are alsocontrolled automatically.

I Do not set the temperature lower than theoutside air temperature. Otherwise the sys-tem may not work properly.

I If the windows fog up, do not use the ECONmode.

Dehumidified defogging

1. Push the DEF switch on. (The indica-tor light will come on.)


I To remove ice or fog from the outside of thewindows, push the manual fan control but-ton and set to the maximum position.

I As soon as possible after the windshield isclean, push the AUTO button to return tothe auto mode.

I When the DEF button is pushed, theair conditioner will automatically be turnedon at outside temperatures above 28°F(−2°C) to defog the windshield. The airrecirculation mode will automatically beturned off.

Outside air is drawn into the passenger com-

partment to improve defogging performance.

MANUAL OPERATION

Fan speed control

Push the fan control button to changethe fan speed manually.

I Push the AUTO button to return to auto-matic control of the fan speed.

Air recirculation

Push the air recirculation button to recir-culate interior air inside the vehicle. The indi-cator light will come on.

Push it again to draw outside air into thepassenger compartment. The indicator will goout.

I The air recirculation button cannot beactivated when the air conditioner is in theDEF mode.

Air flow control

Pushing the MODE button selects the air outletto provide:

: Air flow from center and side ventilators.

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: Air flow mainly from foot outlets.

: Air flow from defroster and foot outlets.

To turn the system off

Push the OFF button.

OPERATING TIPS

I When the engine coolant temperature andoutside air temperature are low, the air flowfrom the foot outlets may not operate for 0to 126 seconds. This is not a malfunction.After the coolant temperature warms up, airflow from the foot outlets will operate nor-mally.

The sensor on the instrument panel helpsmaintain a constant temperature. Do not putanything on or around this sensor.

The air conditioning system in your NISSANvehicle is charged with a refrigerant designedwith the environment in mind.

This refrigerant will not harm the earth’sozone layer.

However, special charging equipment and lu-bricant are required when servicing yourNISSAN air conditioner. Using improper refrig-erants or lubricants will cause severe damageto your air conditioning system. See “Capaci-ties and recommended fuel/lubricants” in the“10. Technical and consumer information” sec-tion for air conditioning system refrigerant andlubricant recommendation.

Your NISSAN dealer will be able to serviceyour environmentally friendly air conditioningsystem.

WARNING

The air conditioner system contains re-frigerant under high pressure. To avoidpersonal injury, any air conditioner ser-vice should be done only by an experi-enced technician with proper equip-ment.

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Turn the ignition key to ACC or ON and pressthe power on switch to turn on the radio. If youlisten to the radio with the engine not running,the key should be turned to the ACC position.

Radio reception is affected by station signalstrength, distance from radio transmitter, build-ings, bridges, mountains and other externalinfluences. Intermittent changes in receptionquality normally are caused by these externalinfluences.

Using a cellular phone in or near the ve-hicle may influence radio reception quality.

Radio reception

Your radio system is equipped with state-of-the-art electronic circuits to enhance radioreception. These circuits are designed to ex-tend reception range, and to enhance thequality of that reception.

However there are some general characteris-tics of both FM and AM radio signals that canaffect radio reception quality in a moving ve-hicle, even when the finest equipment is used.These characteristics are completely normal ina given reception area, and do not indicate anymalfunction in your radio system.

Remember that a moving vehicle is not theideal place to listen to a radio. Because of themovement, reception conditions will constantly

change. Buildings, terrain, signal distance andinterference from other vehicles can workagainst ideal reception. Described below aresome of the factors that can affect your radioreception.

FM RADIO RECEPTION

Range: FM range is normally limited to 25 to30 miles (40 to 48 km), with monaural (singlechannel) FM having slightly more range thanstereo FM. External influences may some-times interfere with FM station reception evenif the FM station is within 25 miles (40 km). Thestrength of the FM signal is directly related tothe distance between the transmitter and re-ceiver. FM signals follow a line-of-sight path,exhibiting many of the same characteristics aslight. For example they will reflect off objects.

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from a station transmitter, the signals will tendto fade and/or drift.

Static and flutter: During signal interferencefrom buildings, large hills or due to antennaposition, usually in conjunction with increaseddistance from the station transmitter, static orflutter can be heard. This can be reduced byadjusting the treble control counterclockwiseto reduce treble response.

Multipath reception: Because of the reflectivecharacteristics of FM signals, direct and re-flected signals reach the receiver at the sametime. The signals may cancel each other,resulting in momentary flutter or loss of sound.

AM RADIO RECEPTION

AM signals, because of their low frequency,can bend around objects and skip along theground. In addition, the signals can bebounced off the ionosphere and bent back toearth. Because of these characteristics. AMsignals are also subject to interference as theytravel from transmitter to receiver.

Fading: Occurs while the vehicle is passingthrough freeway underpasses or in areas withmany tall buildings. It can also occur for sev-eral seconds during ionospheric turbulenceeven in areas where no obstacles exist.

Static: Caused by thunderstorms, electrical

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FM-AM RADIO WITH CASSETTEPLAYER

Audio main operation

Power/Volume control:

Turn the ignition key to ACC or ON, then pushthe Power/Volume control knob. The mode(radio or cassette) which was playing immedi-ately before the system was turned off re-sumes playing. When no cassette is loaded,the radio comes on. Pushing thePower/Volume button again turns the systemoff.

Turn the Power/Volume control knob to adjustthe volume.

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Adjusting tone quality and speakerbalance:

To adjust BASS⋅TREB⋅FADER⋅BAL (Bass,Treble, Fader, Balance), press the AUDIObutton until the desired mode (BAS, TRE, FADor BAL) appears in the display.

Press the or button to adjust Bass(BAS) and Treble (TRE) to the desired level.Use the or button to adjust Faderor Balance modes. Fader adjusts the soundlevel between the front and rear speakers andBalance (BAL) adjusts the sound level be-tween the right and left speakers.

After 10 seconds, the radio or cassette tape

display reappears. Once the sound quality isset to the desired level, press the AUDIObutton repeatedly until the radio or cassettetape display appears.

Clock operation:

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

Radio/Cassette tape priority mode:

In this mode, the radio station illuminates in thedisplay during radio operation. During cassettetape operation, TAPE illuminates in the dis-play.

Frequency range and step changeoperations

The frequency range and step of this radio canbe changed to the central/south Americanspecification. To change the frequency rangeand step, proceed as follows:

1. Turn the audio unit on.

2. Press and hold the station select buttons 3and 4.

3. Press the manual tuning button “ ”while the station select buttons 3 and 4 arebeing pressed. “MW 530 kHz” is displayed.

The frequency range and step have now beenchanged to the central/south American speci-fication.

FM-AM radio operation

FM-AM band select:

Push the FM⋅AM band select button to changefrom AM to FM reception.

The FM stereo indicator, ST illuminates duringFM stereo reception. When the stereo broad-cast signal is weak, the radio automaticallychanges from stereo to monaural reception.

TUNE (Tuning):

WARNING

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

Push either manual tuning button or.

SEEK/SCAN tuning:

Push the SEEK/SCAN tuning buttonfor less than 1.5 seconds. SEEK tuning beginsfrom low to high frequencies and stops at thenext broadcasting station. Pushing the button

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again continues the SEEK function. Once thehighest broadcasting station is reached, theradio continues in the SEEK mode at thelowest broadcast station.Push the SEEK/SCAN tuning buttonfor more than 1.5 seconds. SCAN illuminatesin the display window. SCAN tuning beginsfrom low to high frequencies and stops at eachbroadcasting station for five seconds. Pushingthe button again during this five second periodstops SCAN tuning and the radio remainstuned 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 FM⋅AM band select button to

select AM, FM1, or FM2. The selected bandilluminates in the display.

2. Tune to the desired station.

3. Select the desired station and keep pushingany of the desired station memory buttons(1 to 6) until a peep sound is heard. Forexample, in the illustrations ch2 is to bememorized. The radio mutes when the se-lect button is 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 stations.

Cassette tape player operation

Turn the ignition key to ACC or ON, thencarefully insert a cassette tape into the tapedoor.

The cassette tape automatically pulls into theplayer. The word TAPE and moving digitalsquares illuminate on the right side of thedisplay window.

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CAUTION

Do not force the cassette tape into thetape door. This could cause player dam-age.

The cassette tape automatically changes di-rections to play the other side when the firstside is complete. At this time, the movingdigital squares illuminate on the left side of thedisplay window.

Precaution on cassette player operation:

I To maintain good quality sound, NISSANrecommends using cassette tapes of 60minutes or shorter in length.

I Cassette tapes should be removed from theplayer when not in use. Store cassettes intheir protective cases and away from directsunlight, heat, moisture and magneticsources.

I Direct sunlight can cause the cassette tobecome deformed. The use of deformedcassettes may cause the cassette to jam inthe player.

I Do not use cassettes with labels which are

peeling and loose. If used, the label couldjam in the player.

I If a cassette has loose tape, insert a pencilthrough one of the cassette hubs and re-wind the tape firmly around the hubs. Loosetape may cause tape jamming and waver-ing sound quality.

I Over a period of time, the playback head,capstan and pinch roller may collect a tapecoating residue as the tape is played. Thisresidue accumulation can cause weak orwavering sound, and should be removedperiodically with a head cleaning tape. If theresidue is not removed periodically, theplayer may need to be disassembled forcleaning.

PLAY/STOP:

Push the PLAY/STOP button while the cas-sette tape is playing to stop the tape. Push thebutton again to play the tape.

FF (Fast Forward), REW(Rewind):

Push either the FF or REW button for thedesired direction.

The FF or REW symbol illuminates in thedisplay.

To stop the FF or REW function, press the

or again, or the button.

APS (AutomaticProgram Search) FF,APS REW:

Push either the APS FF or APS REW buttonwhile the cassette tape is playing. The taperuns quickly, stops, then plays the next selec-tion. Either the FF or REW symbol flashes inthe display while searching for the selection.

This system searches at the blank intervalsbetween selections. If there is a blank intervalwithin one selection or there is no intervalbetween selections, the system may not stopin the desired or expected location.

PROG (Program):

Push the PROG (program) select button. Themoving digital squares illuminate on either theright or left side of the display window toindicate the side of program play.

Dolby NR (Noise Reduction):

Push the Dolby NR button for Dolby NR en-coded tapes to reduce high frequency tapenoise. The indicator light comes on.

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turns to the display window.

Dolby NR is manufactured under license fromDolby Laboratories Licensing Corporation.DOLBY NR and the double-D symbol aretrademarks of Dolby Laboratories LicensingCorporation.

Metal or chrome tape usage:

The cassette player is automatically set to highperformance play when playing a metal orchrome cassette tape.

TAPE EJECT:

Push the EJECT button. The cassette tapeautomatically comes out.

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FM-AM RADIO WITH CASSETTEPLAYER AND COMPACT DISC(CD) PLAYER

Audio main operation

Head unit

The tape deck employs a permalloy headwhich allows for improved reproduction of highfrequency ranges. Noise is also greatly re-duced by the combined use of the Dolby NR(Noise Reduction) system. The auto loudnesscircuit enhances the low frequency range au-tomatically in both radio reception and tapeand CD playback.

Bose system (if so equipped)

A large output amplifier featuring a low distor-tion ratio is connected directly to each speakerunit to provide increased output and excellenttonal quality. The equalizing circuit permitsregeneration of forcible base sound. Thisequalizing circuit permits the sound efficiencyto be matched with the interior conditions ofyour vehicle for a selection between “naturalsound” and “high-fidelity sound”.

Power/Volume control:

Turn the ignition key to ACC or ON, and thenpush the Power/Volume control knob while thesystem is off to call up the mode (radio, tape or

CD) which was playing immediately before thesystem was turned off. When no CD or tape isloaded, the radio will come on. While thesystem is on, pushing the Power/Volume con-trol knob turns the system off.

To turn the radio off, press the Power/Volumecontrol knob.

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Adjusting tone quality and speakerbalance:

To adjust BASS, TRE (Treble), BAL (Balance)and FAD (Fader), press the AUDIO button untilthe desired mode BAS, TRE, FAD or BALappears in the display. Press the or

button to adjust Bass (BAS) and Treble(TRE) to the desired level. Use the or

button also to adjust Fader (FAD) orBalance (BAL) modes. FAD adjusts the soundlevel between the front and rear speakers andBAL adjusts the sound between the right andleft speakers. After 10 seconds, the radio orcassette tape display reappears. Once thesound quality is set to the desired level, press

the AUDIO button repeatedly until the radio orcassette tape display appears.

Clock operation:

Pressing the clock button alternates the clockand the radio/cassette/CD player options inthe display.

Adjusting the time

Depressing the clock and buttons to-gether sets hours. Depressing the clock and

buttons together sets minutes.

Clock priority mode

In this mode the clock is shown in the display.If any radio, cassette or CD functions areactivated, the radio, cassette or CD displayilluminates for 10 seconds then returns to theclock mode.

NOTE:

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

FM-AM radio operation

FM-AM band select:

Pushing the FM/AM band select button willchange the band FM1, FM2 or AM.

When FM/AM band select button is pushedwhile the ignition switch is in the ACC or ON,the radio will come on at the station lastplayed.

The last station played will also come on whenthe power knob is turned to ON.

If a compact disc or tape is playing when theFM/AM band select button is turned to ON, thecompact disc or tape will automatically beturned off and the last radio station played willcome on.

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cast signal is weak, the radio will automaticallychange from stereo to monaural reception.

TUNE (Tuning):

WARNING

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

Use these buttons for manual tuning. To movequickly through the channels, hold either of theTUNE buttons down for more than 0.5 sec-onds.

SEEK/SCAN tuning:

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

begins from high to low or low to high frequen-cies and stops at the next broadcasting sta-tion.

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

begins from high to low or low to high frequen-cies and stops at each broadcasting station for10 seconds. Pushing the button again duringthis 10 seconds period will stop SCAN tuning

and the radio will remain tuned to that station.

If the SEEK/SCAN tuning button is not pushedwithin 10 seconds, SCAN tuning moves to thenext station.

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Station memory operations:

Twelve stations can be set for the FM band(six for FM1, six for FM2).

Six stations can be set for the AM band.

1. Tune to the desired station using theSEEK/SCAN or TUNE button.

2. Select the desired station and keep pushingany of the desired station memory buttons(1 to 6) until a peep sound is heard. (Forexample, in the diagram ch2 is to be memo-rized. The radio mutes when the selectbutton is pushed.)

3. The indicator ch2 will then come on and thesound will resume. Memorizing is now com-plete.

4. Other buttons can be set in the samemanner.

If the battery cable is disconnected, or if thefuse blows, the radio memory will be can-celled. In that case, reset the desired stations.

Cassette tape player operation

Turn the ignition key to ACC or ON, and thenlightly insert the cassette tape into the tapedoor. The cassette tape will be automaticallypulled into the player.

The radio or CD will turn off (if it is on) and the

cassette tape will begin to play.

CAUTION

Do not force the cassette tape into thetape door. This could cause player dam-age.

If the system is turned off by pushing theON⋅OFF/VOL control knob with the cassettetape still in the player, the tape will resumeplaying when the system is turned back on.

Precautions on cassette tape playeroperation:

I To maintain good quality sound,NISSAN recommends that you use cas-sette tapes of 60 minutes or shorter inlength.

I Cassette tapes should be removed fromthe player when not in use. Store cas-settes in their protective cases and awayfrom direct sunlight, heat, dust, mois-ture or magnetic sources.

Direct sunlight can cause the cassette tobecome deformed. The use of deformedcassettes may cause the cassette to jamin the player.

I Do not use cassettes that have peelingor loose labels. If used, the label couldjam in the player.

I If a cassette has loose tape, insert apencil through one of the cassette hubsand rewind the tape firmly. Loose tapemay cause jamming and waveringsound quality.

I Over a period of time, the playbackhead, capstan and pinch roller maygather a tape coating residue as the tapepasses over the head. This residue ac-cumulation can cause a weak or waver-ing sound and should be removed peri-odically with a head cleaning tape.

If the residue is not removed periodi-cally, the player may need to be disas-sembled for cleaning.

PLAY:

I When the TAPE button is pushed with thesystem turned off and a tape loaded, thesystem will come on and the tape will play.

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Push the (fast forward) button to fastforward the tape. To rewind the tape, push the

(rewind) button. Either the FF or REWsymbol illuminates on the right side of thedisplay window. To stop the FF or REW func-tion, press the (fast forward) or (re-wind) again, or the TAPE button.

APS (Automatic ProgramSearch) FF, APS REW:

When the (APS FF) button is pushedwhile the tape is being played, the next pro-gram will start to play from the beginning. Pushthe (APS FF) button several times to skipthrough programs. The tape will advance thenumber of times the button is pushed (up tonine programs).

When the (APS REW) button is pushedonce, the program being played starts overfrom the beginning. Push the (APSREW) button several times to skip back sev-eral selections. The tape will go back thenumber of times the button is pushed. Eitherthe FF or REW symbol flashes on the rightside of the display window while searching forthe selection.

This system searches for the blank intervals

between selections. If there is a blank intervalwithin one program or there is no intervalbetween programs, the system may not stop inthe desired or expected location.

PROG (Program):

Push the PROG button to change the tapeside while the tape is being played.The cassette tape will automatically changedirections to play the other side when the firstside is completed.

Dolby NR (Noise Reduction):

Push the Dolby NR button for Dolby NRencoded tapes to reduce high frequency tapenoise. The indicator will come on.Dolby noise reduction manufactured under li-cense from Dolby Laboratories Licensing Cor-poration. Dolby NR and the double-D symbol

are trademarks of Dolby LaboratoriesLicensing Corporation.

Metal or chrome tape usage:The cassette player will be automatically set tohigh performance play when playing a metal orchrome cassette tape.

TAPE EJECT:

When this button is pushed with the tapeloaded, the tape will be ejected.

When the tape is ejected while it is beingplayed, the system will be turned off.

Compact Disc (CD) player operation

CAUTION

I During cold weather or rainy days,the player may malfunction due to thehumidity. If this occurs, remove theCD and dehumidify or ventilate theplayer 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 CDs that are of poor quality, dirty,scratched, or covered with finger-prints may not work properly.

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

Turn the ignition key to the ACC or ON positionand insert the compact disc into the slot withthe label side facing up. The compact disc willbe guided automatically into the slot and startplaying.After loading the disc, the number of tracks onthe disc and the play time will appear on thedisplay.If the radio or tape is already operating, it willautomatically turn off and the compact disc willplay.

CAUTION

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

If the system has been turned off while thecompact disc was playing, pushing theON⋅OFF/VOL control knob will start the com-pact disc.

8 cm diameter compact discs can also be usedwithout an adapter.

PLAY:

When the CD/CHG button is pushed with thesystem off and the compact disc loaded, thesystem will turn on and the compact disc willstart to play.

When the CD/CHG button is pushed with thecompact disc loaded but the tape or the radioplaying, the tape or radio will automatically beturned off and the compact disc will start toplay.


When the (fast forward) or (rewind)button is pushed while the compact disc isbeing played, the compact disc will play whilefast forwarding or rewinding. When the buttonis released, the compact disc will return tonormal play speed.

APS (Automatic ProgramSearch) FF, APS REW:

When the (APS FF) button is pushedwhile the compact disc is being played, theprogram next to the present one will start toplay from its beginning. Push several times toskip through programs. The compact disc willadvance the number of times the button ispushed. (When the last program on the com-pact disc is skipped through, the first program

will be played.) When the (APS REW)button is pushed, the program being playedreturns to its beginning. Push several times toskip back through programs. The compact discwill go back the number of times the button ispushed.

PROG (Program):

When the PROG button is pushed while thecompact disc is being played, the play patternwill change as follows:

no mark: All the programs will be playedrepeatedly in sequence.

1: Only one program (the one being playedwhen the PROG button is pushed) will berepeated.

RANDOM: Programs will be played at random,not following the sequence on the compactdisc. The same program may be repeatedtwice.

When the compact disc is ejected, theplay pattern will automatically change tono mark.

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When this button is pushed while the compactdisc is being played, the compact disc willcome out and the system will turn off.

If the compact disc comes out and is notremoved, it will be pulled back into the slotto protect it. (without 8 cm diameter com-pact discs)

CD IN indicator:

CD IN indicator appears on the display whenthe CD is loaded with the system on.

ANTENNAManual antenna

The manual antenna on your vehicle remainsin the upper position at all times. The antennacannot be shortened, but can be removed.When you need to remove the antenna, turnthe antenna nut counterclockwise. To installthe antenna rod, turn the antenna nut clock-wise. Tighten the antenna rod to specificationusing a suitable tool, such as an open-endwrench. The antenna rod tightening specifica-tion is 3.4 to 3.6 N⋅m (30 to 32 in-lb). Do notuse pliers to tighten the antenna as they canleave marks on the antenna surface. The

antenna rod cannot be hand tightened to theproper specification.

CAUTION

I Always properly tighten the antennarod during installation or the antennarod may bend or break during vehicleoperation.

I To prevent damage, be sure thatmanual antenna is removed beforethe vehicle enters an automated carwash.

Power antenna

The antenna will automatically extend whenthe radio is turned on, and retract whenswitched off. If the radio is left on, the antennawill retract and extend with the ignition keyOFF-ON operation.

CAUTION

I Before turning the radio on, makesure that there is no one near the

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antenna outlet and there is enoughspace for it to extend.

I To prevent damage, be sure thatpower antenna is fully retracted be-fore the vehicle enters an automatedcar wash.

I Dirt and other foreign matter on thepower antenna rod may interrupt itsoperation. Clean the rod periodicallywith a damp cloth. This type of clean-ing is especially important during thewinter seasons in areas where roadsalt and other chemicals may bespread on road surfaces andsplashed onto the antenna rod.

If equipped with a genuine NISSAN cellularphone, your NISSAN features a non-directional microphone in the steering columncover, so it is not necessary to look at or speakdirectly into the microphone when calling. Todo so could detract from the driving operationand cause an accident. See the car phonemanual for operation.

Some models are pre-wired to accept thegenuine NISSAN cellular phone. In addition,the same model has the phone antenna builtinto the rear glass window.

When installing a CB, ham radio or car phonein your NISSAN, be sure to observe the follow-ing cautions, otherwise the new equipmentmay adversely affect the Engine control sys-tem and other electronic parts.

CAUTION

I Keep the antenna as far as possibleaway from the Engine Control Module(ECM).

I Keep the antenna wire more than 8 in(20 cm) away from the Multiport FuelInjection harness. Do not route theantenna wire next to any harness.

I Adjust the antenna standing-wave ra-tio as recommended by the manufac-turer.

I Connect the ground wire from the CBradio 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 .................................................... 5-3On-pavement and offroad driving precautions.......... 5-3Avoiding collision and rollover................................... 5-4Drinking alcohol/drugs and driving............................ 5-4Driving safety precautions......................................... 5-4Ignition switch............................................................ 5-6Automatic transmission ............................................. 5-6Manual transmission ................................................. 5-7Key positions............................................................. 5-8Nissan vehicle immobilizer system ........................... 5-8Before starting the engine......................................... 5-9Starting the engine.................................................... 5-9Driving the vehicle................................................... 5-10Automatic transmission ........................................... 5-10Manual transmission ............................................... 5-14Parking brake .......................................................... 5-16Cruise control (if so equipped)................................ 5-17Precautions on cruise control.................................. 5-17

Cruise control operations ........................................ 5-18Break-in schedule ................................................... 5-19Increasing fuel economy ......................................... 5-20Using four wheel drive (4WD)................................. 5-20Transfer case shifting procedures........................... 5-22Parking/parking on hills ........................................... 5-24Power steering ........................................................ 5-25Brake system .......................................................... 5-26Braking precautions ................................................ 5-26Anti-lock brake system (ABS) ................................. 5-26Cold weather driving ............................................... 5-28Freeing a frozen door lock...................................... 5-28Anti-freeze ............................................................... 5-28Battery ..................................................................... 5-28Draining of coolant water ........................................ 5-28Tire equipment ........................................................ 5-28Special winter equipment ........................................ 5-29Driving on snow or ice ............................................ 5-29Engine block heater (if so equipped) ...................... 5-29

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WARNING

I Do not leave children, impairedadults, or pets alone in your vehicle.They could accidentally injure them-selves or others through inadvertentoperation of the vehicle. Also, on hot,sunny days, temperatures in a closedvehicle could quickly become highenough to cause severe or possiblyfatal injuries to people or animals.


EXHAUST GAS (Carbon monoxide)

WARNING

Do not breathe exhaust gases; they con-tain colorless and odorless carbon mon-oxide. Carbon monoxide is a dangerous.It can cause unconsciousness or death.

I If you suspect that exhaust fumes areentering the vehicle, drive with allwindows 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 the en-gine running for any extended lengthof time.

I Keep the back door and glass hatchclosed while driving, otherwise ex-haust gases could be drawn into thepassenger compartment. If you mustdrive with the back door on glasshatch open, follow these precautions:

1. Open all the windows.

2. Set the air recirculation switchOFF and the fan control at 4 (high)to circulate the air.

I If electrical wiring or other cable con-nections must pass to a trailerthrough the seal on the back door orthe body, follow the manufacturer’srecommendation to prevent carbonmonoxide entry into the vehicle.

I If a special body or other equipmentis added for recreational or other us-age, follow the manufacturer’s rec-ommendation to prevent carbonmonoxide entry into the vehicle.(Some recreational vehicle appli-ances such as stoves, refrigerator,heaters, etc. may also generate car-bon monoxide.)

I The exhaust system and body shouldbe inspected by a qualified mechanicwhenever:

a. The vehicle is raised for service.

b. You suspect that exhaust fumesare entering into the passenger

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compartment.

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 CATALYST

The three way catalyst is an emission controldevice, installed in the exhaust system. In theconverter, exhaust gases are burned at hightemperatures to help reduce pollutants.

WARNING

I The exhaust gas and the exhaust sys-tem are very hot. Keep people, ani-mals or flammable materials awayfrom the exhaust system compo-nents.

I Do not stop or park the vehicle overflammable materials, such as drygrass, waste paper or rags. They mayignite and cause a fire.

CAUTION

I Do not use leaded gasoline. Depositsfrom leaded gasoline seriously re-duce the three way catalyst’s abilityto help reduce exhaust pollutants.

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. Do notkeep driving if the engine misfires, orif noticeable loss of performance orother unusual operating conditionsare detected. Have the vehicle in-spected promptly by an authorizedNISSAN 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 warmingit up.

I Do not push or tow your vehicle tostart the engine.

ON-PAVEMENT AND OFFROADDRIVING PRECAUTIONS

Utility vehicles have a significantly higherrollover rate than other types of vehicles.

They have higher ground clearance than pas-senger cars to make them capable of perform-ing in a variety of on-pavement and offroadapplications. This gives them a higher centerof gravity than ordinary cars. An advantage ofhigher ground clearance is a better view of theroad, allowing you to anticipate problems.However, they are not designed for corneringat the same speeds as conventional two-wheeldrive vehicles any more than low-slung sportscars are designed to perform satisfactorilyunder offroad conditions. If at all possible,avoid sharp turns or abrupt maneuvers, par-ticularly at high speeds. As with other vehiclesof this type, failure to operate this vehiclecorrectly may result in loss of control or vehiclerollover.

Be sure to read the driving safety precautionslater in this section.

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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 sudden steer-ing maneuvers, because these driving prac-tices could cause you to lose control of yourvehicle. As with any vehicle, a loss of con-trol could result in a collision with othervehicles or objects, or cause the vehicle torollover, particularly if the loss of controlcauses the vehicle to slide sideways. Beattentive at all times, and avoid driving whentired. Never drive when under the influence ofalcohol or drugs (including prescription orover-the-counter drugs which may causedrowsiness). Always wear your seat belt asoutlined in the “1. Seats, restraints and supple-mental air bag systems” section of thismanual, and also instruct your passengers todo so. Seat belts help reduce the risk of injuryin collisions and rollovers. In a rollover crash,

an unbelted person is significantly morelikely to die than a person wearing a seatbelt.

DRINKING ALCOHOL/DRUGS ANDDRIVING

WARNING

Never drive under the influence of alco-hol or drugs. Alcohol in the bloodstreamreduces coordination, delays reactiontime and impairs judgement. Driving af-ter drinking alcohol increases the likeli-hood of being involved in an accidentinjuring yourself and others. Addition-ally, if you are injured in the accident,alcohol can increase the severity of theinjury.

Nissan is committed to safe driving. But, youmust choose not to drive under the influence ofalcohol. Every year thousands of people areinjured or killed in alcohol related accidents.Although the local laws vary on what is con-sidered to be legally intoxicated, the fact is thatalcohol affects 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 the counter,prescription, and illegal drugs). Don’t drive ifyour ability to operate your vehicle is impairedby alcohol, drugs, or some other physicalcondition.

DRIVING SAFETY PRECAUTIONS

Your NISSAN is designed for both normal andoffroad use. However, avoid driving in deepwater or mud as your NISSAN is mainly de-signed for leisure use, unlike a conventionaloffroad vehicle.

Remember that two wheel drive models areless capable than four wheel drive models forrough road driving and extrication when stuckin deep snow or mud, or the like.

Please observe the following precautions:

WARNING

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fastened. This will keep you and yourpassengers in position when drivingover 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, you maynot be able to control your speed. Ifyou drive across them, you may rollover.

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 of ahill. At the top there could be a drop-off or other hazard that could causean accident.

I If your engine stalls or you cannotmake it to the top of a steep hill, never

attempt to turn around. Your vehiclecould tip or roll over. Always backstraight down in R (Reverse) gear.Never back down in N (Neutral) orwith the clutch depressed (manualtransmission vehicles), using onlythe brake, as this could cause loss ofcontrol.

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/gear bin (ifso equipped) and evenly distributethe load. Secure heavy loads in thecargo area as far forward and as low

as 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 of-froad. 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.

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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 wheeldrive vehicle has a higher center ofgravity than a two wheel drive ve-hicle. The vehicle is not designed forcornering at the same speeds as con-ventional two wheel drive vehicles.Failure to operate this vehicle cor-rectly could result in loss of controland/or a roll over accident.

I Always use tires of the same type,size, brand, construction (bias, bias-belted or radial), and tread pattern onall four wheels. Install tire chains onthe rear wheels when driving on slip-pery 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-road throughsand, mud or water as deep as thewheel hub, more frequent mainte-nance may be required. See “Periodicmaintenance” in the “9. Mainte-nance” section of this manual.

AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION

On automatic transmission models, the igni-tion lock is designed so that the key cannot beturned to LOCK and removed until the selectorlever is moved to the P (Park) position.

When removing the key from the ignition,make sure the selector lever is in the P (Park)position.

If the selector lever is not returned to P (Park),the key cannot be moved toward LOCK.

When the key cannot be turned toward theLOCK position, proceed as follows to removethe key:

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1) Move the 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.

If the key is removed from the ignition switch,the selector lever cannot be moved from P(Park). The selector lever can be moved ifthe ignition switch is in the ACC position.This allows the vehicle to be moved if thebattery is discharged. The selector levercan also be moved if the ignition switch isin the ON position and the foot brake pedalis depressed.

There is an OFF position in between LOCKand ACC, although it does not show on thelock cylinder. When the ignition is in OFF thesteering wheel is not locked.

In order for the steering wheel to be locked, itmust be turned about 1/6 of a turn clockwisefrom the straight up position.

To lock the steering wheel, turn the key tothe LOCK position. Remove the key. Tounlock the steering wheel, insert the keyand turn it gently while rotating the steer-ing wheel slightly right and left.

WARNING

Never 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.

MANUAL TRANSMISSION

The switch includes an anti-theft steering lockdevice.

LOCK Normal parking position (0)

The ignition key can only be removed whenthe switch is in this position.

On manual transmission models, to turn theignition key to LOCK from ACC or ON, first turnthe key to OFF and turn the key to LOCK whilepushing the key in.In order for the steering wheel to be locked, itmust be turned about 1/6 of a turn clockwisefrom the straight up position.

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To lock the steering wheel, turn the key tothe LOCK position. Remove the key. Tounlock the steering wheel, insert the keyand turn it gently while rotating the steer-ing wheel slightly right and left.

WARNING

Never 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.

KEY POSITIONS

LOCK (Normal parking position) (0)

OFF (1)

The engine can be turned off without lockingthe steering wheel.

ACC (Accessories) (2)

This position activates electrical accessoriessuch as the radio when the engine is notrunning.

ON (Normal operating position) (3)

This position turns on the ignition system andthe electrical accessories.

START (4)

This position activates the starter motor, start-ing the engine.

NISSAN VEHICLE IMMOBILIZERSYSTEM

The Nissan Vehicle Immobilizer System willnot allow the engine to start without the use ofthe registered Nissan Vehicle Immobilizer Sys-tem key.

If the engine fails to start using the registeredNissan Vehicle Immobilizer System key (forexample, when interference is caused by an-other Nissan Vehicle Immobilizer System key,an automated toll road device or automatedpayment device on the key ring), restart theengine using the following procedures:

1. Leave the ignition switch in the ON positionfor approximately 5 seconds.

2. Turn the ignition switch to the OFF or LOCKposition, and wait approximately 5 seconds.

3. Repeat step 1 and 2.

4. Restart the engine while holding the device

(which may have caused the interference)separate from the registered Nissan Ve-hicle Immobilizer System key.

If the no start condition re-occurs, NISSANrecommends placing the registered NissanVehicle Immobilizer System key on a separatekey ring to avoid interference from other de-vices.


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I Make sure the area around the vehicle isclear.

I Check fluid levels such as engine oil, cool-ant, brake and clutch fluid, window washerfluid as frequently as possible, at leastwhenever you refuel.

I Check to be sure that all windows and lightlenses are clean.

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 passengers todo likewise.

I Check the operation of warning lights whenkey is turned to the ON (3) position.

1. Apply the parking brake.

2. Automatic transmission:

Move the selector lever to P (Park position)or N (Neutral position). (P preferred)

The selector lever cannot be moved outof P and into any of the other gearpositions if the ignition key is turned toLOCK or if the key is removed from theswitch.

The starter is designed not to operate ifthe selector lever is in one of the drivingpositions.

Manual transmission:

Move the gearshift lever to N (Neutral po-sition), and 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. Crank the engine with your foot off theaccelerator pedal by turning the ignitionkey to START. Release the key when theengine starts. If the engine starts, but failsto run, repeat the above procedure.

— If the engine is very hard to start inextremely cold or hot weather —

Use the accelerator pedal to help start theengine.

CAUTION

Do not operate the starter for more than10 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 at least30 seconds after starting. Drive at moder-ate speed for a short distance first, espe-cially in cold weather.

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AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION

The automatic transmission in your vehicle iselectronically controlled by a transmission con-trol module to produce maximum power andsmooth operation.

Shown on the following pages are the recom-mended operating procedures for this trans-mission. Follow these procedures for maxi-mum vehicle performance and drivingenjoyment. If your vehicle is equipped with fourwheel drive, see “Using four wheel drive” laterin this section.

I After starting the engine, fully depress thefoot brake pedal and push the selector leverbutton before shifting the selector lever tothe D, R, 2 or 1 position. Be sure the vehicleis fully stopped before attempting to shiftthe selector lever.

This automatic transmission is designedso that the foot brake pedal MUST be de-pressed before shifting from P to any driveposition while the ignition switch is ON.

The selector lever cannot be moved out ofP and into any of the other gear positions ifthe ignition key is turned to LOCK or if thekey is removed from the switch.

When the battery charge is low, the selec-tor lever can be moved if the ignition switch

is in the ACC position.

1. Keep the foot brake pedal depressed andpush the selector lever button to shift into adriving gear.

2. Release the parking brake and foot brake,then gradually start the vehicle in motion.

WARNING

I Do not depress the accelerator pedalwhile shifting from P or N to R, D, 2 or1. Always depress the brake pedaluntil shifting is completed. Failure todo so could cause you to lose controland have an accident.

I Cold engine idle speed is high, so usecaution when shifting into a forwardor reverse gear before the engine haswarmed up.

I Never shift to P or R while the vehicleis moving. This could cause an acci-dent.

I On slippery roads, do not downshift.This may cause a loss of control.

CAUTION

When stopping the vehicle on an uphillgrade, do not hold the vehicle by de-pressing the accelerator pedal. The footbrake should be used for this purpose.

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Shifting

Push the button to shift into P, R or from D to2. All other positions can be selected withoutpushing the button.

P (Park):

Use this selector position when the vehicle isparked or when starting the engine. Always besure the vehicle is at a complete stop. Formaximum safety, depress the brake pedal,then push in the select lever button and movethe lever to the P position. Apply the parkingbrake. When parking on a hill, apply the park-

ing brake first, then shift the lever into the Pposition.

Shifting from P (Park):

If the ignition switch is in the ON position andthe foot brake pedal is depressed, but theselector lever still cannot be moved out of P(Park), follow these instructions:

1. Shut the engine off and remove the key.

2. Apply the parking brake.

3. Reinsert the ignition key and turn it clock-wise to the ACC position.

4. Depress the brake pedal, move the selectorlever to N (Neutral) and start the engine.

5. Check stop light operation.

WARNING

If the selector lever cannot be movedfrom the P (Park) position while theengine is running and the brake pedaldepressed, the stop lights may not work.Malfunctioning stop lights could causean accident injuring yourself and others.

These instructions for starting the vehicle in N

(Neutral) should only be used until service canbe obtained. Never drive the vehicle if the stoplights are not operating properly.

R (Reverse):

Use this position to back up. Shift into thisposition only after the vehicle has completelystopped.

N (Neutral):

Neither forward nor reverse gear is engaged.The engine can be started in this position. Youmay shift to N and restart a stalled enginewhile the vehicle is moving.

D (Drive):

Use this position for all normal forward driving.

2 (Second gear):

Use for hill climbing, effective engine brakingon downhill grades or starting on slipperyroads.

Do not downshift into the 2 position at speedsover the following speeds and do not exceedthe following speeds in the 2 position:

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Two wheel drive:

60 MPH (95 km/h)

Four wheel drive:

2H and 4H positions 50 MPH (80 km/h)

4L position 19 MPH (30 km/h)

1 (Low gear):

Use this position when climbing steep hillsslowly or driving slowly through deep snow,sand or mud, or for maximum engine brakingon steep downhill grades.

Do not shift into 1 position at speeds over thefollowing speeds:

Two wheel drive:

60 MPH (95 km/h)

Four wheel drive:



Do not exceed the following speeds in the 1position:

Two wheel drive:

30 MPH (50 km/h)

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Shift lock release

If the battery charge is low, the select levermay not be moved from the P position evenwith the brake pedal depressed and the selectlever button pushed.

To move the select lever, remove the shift lockcover using a flat-bladed screwdriver, andpush the shift lock release button and selectlever button. The select lever can be moved toN (Neutral).

To push the shift lock release button, follow theprocedure as illustrated.

If there is any problem moving the lever out ofP (Park) have your NISSAN dealer check theautomatic transmission system as soon aspossible.

WARNING

If the selector lever cannot be movedfrom the P position while the engine isrunning and the brake pedal is de-pressed, the stop lights may not work.Malfunctioning stop lights could causean accident injuring yourself and others.

Accelerator downshift— In D position —

For rapid passing or hill climbing, fully depressthe accelerator pedal to the floor. This shiftsthe transmission down into second gear or firstgear, depending on the vehicle speed.

Overdrive switch

Each time your vehicle is started, the transmis-sion is automatically reset to overdrive on.

ON: For normal driving the overdriveswitch is engaged. The transmissionis upshifted into overdrive as the ve-hicle speed increases.

The overdrive does not engage until theengine has warmed up.

OFF: For driving up and down long slopeswhere engine braking would be ad-vantageous, push the overdriveswitch. The O/D OFF light illuminates.

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When cruising at a low speed orclimbing a gentle slope, you may feeluncomfortable shift shocks as thetransmission shifts between 3rd andoverdrive repeatedly. In this case,press the overdrive switch. The O/DOFF indicator light comes on at thistime.

When driving conditions change, press theoverdrive switch again. The O/D OFF indicatorlight goes out.

Remember not to drive at high speeds forextended periods of time with the O/D OFFlight illuminated. This reduces the fueleconomy.

Fail-safe

When the Fail-safe operation occurs, the nexttime the key is turned to the ON position, theO/D OFF light will blink for approximately 8seconds after coming on for 2 seconds. Whilethe vehicle can be driven under these circum-stances please note that the gears in theautomatic transmission will be locked in thirdgear.

If the vehicle is driven under extreme con-ditions, such as excessive wheel spinningand subsequent hard braking, the Fail-safesystem may be activated. This will occur

even if all electrical circuits are functioningproperly. In this case, turn the ignition keyOFF and wait for 3 seconds. Then turn thekey back to the ON position. The vehicleshould return to its normal operating con-dition. If it does not return to its normaloperating condition have your NISSANdealer check the transmission and repair ifnecessary.

MANUAL TRANSMISSION

Shifting

WARNING

I Do not downshift abruptly on slipperyroads. This may cause a loss of con-trol.

I Do not over-rev the engine whenshifting to a lower gear. This maycause a loss of control or engine

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damage.

To change gears, or when up shifting or downshifting, depress the clutch pedal fully, shiftinto the appropriate gear, then release theclutch slowly and smoothly.You cannot shift directly from 5th gear intoReverse. First shift into the Neutral position,then into Reverse.If it is difficult to move the shift lever intoReverse or 1st, shift into Neutral, then releasethe clutch pedal and shift into Reverse or 1stagain. If your vehicle is equipped with fourwheel drive, see “Using four wheel drive” laterin this section.

Suggested up-shift speedsThe table below provides suggested speedranges for shifting into a higher gear. Thesesuggestions relate to fuel economy and ve-hicle performance. Actual shift ranges shouldbe adjusted for specific road conditions,weather conditions and individual driving hab-its.I Two wheel drive models and four wheel

drive models (2H and 4H position)MPH (km/h)

1st to 2nd 15 (24)2nd to 3rd 25 (40)3rd to 4th 40 (64)4th to 5th 45 (72)

*1 Acceleration:Normal acceleration such asstanding start

*2 Cruise:Driving without rapid accelerationor deceleration at moderate speedwhich permits maximum fueleconomy

I Four wheel drive model (4L position)MPH (km/h)

1st to 2nd 8 (13)2nd to 3rd 12 (20)3rd to 4th 20 (32)4th to 5th 22 (36)

Suggested maximum speed in eachgear

Downshift 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 forthat speed. Always observe posted speedlimits, and drive according to the road condi-tions which will ensure safe operation. Do notoverrev the engine when shifting to a lowergear as it may cause engine damage or loss ofvehicle control.

Allowable maximum speed in each gear

Two wheel drive models MPH (km/h)

2H position1st 22 (36)2nd 37 (60)3rd 56 (90)4th & 5th 78 (125)

Four wheel drive models MPH (km/h)4H position1st 22 (36)2nd 37 (60)3rd 50 (80)4th & 5th 50 (80)4L position1st 9 (15)2nd 19 (30)3rd 28 (45)4th & 5th 31 (50)

CAUTION

I Do not rest your foot on the clutchpedal while driving. This may causeclutch damage.

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I When the vehicle is stopped for aperiod of time, for example at a stoplight, shift to N (Neutral) and releasethe clutch pedal with the foot brakeapplied.

To apply: pull the lever up.

To release:

1. Firmly apply foot brake.

2. Manual transmission models:

Place the gearshift lever in the N (Neutral)position.

Automatic transmission models:

Move the selector lever to the P (Park)position.

3. While pulling up on the lever slightly, pushthe button and lower completely.

4. Before driving, be sure the brake warninglight goes out.

WARNING

I Be sure the parking brake is fullyreleased before driving. Failure to doso can cause brake failure and lead toan accident.

I Do not release the parking brake fromoutside 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.

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WARNING

Do not use the cruise control when driv-ing under the following conditions:

I it is not possible to keep the vehicleat a set speed.

I in heavy traffic or in traffic that variesin 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, do notshift into N (Neutral) without depressingthe clutch pedal when the cruise controlis set. Should this occur, depress theclutch pedal and turn the main switch off

immediately. Failure to do so may causeengine damage.

PRECAUTIONS ON CRUISECONTROL

I If the cruise control system malfunctions, itcancels automatically. The cruise indicatorlight in the instrument panel then blinks towarn the driver.

I If the cruise indicator light blinks, turn thecruise control main switch off and have thesystem checked by your NISSAN dealer.

I The cruise indicator light may blink whenthe cruise control main switch is turned onwhile pushing the RES/ACCEL, COAST/SET, or CANCEL switch (located on thesteering wheel). To properly set the cruisecontrol system, perform the precedingsteps in the order indicated.

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CRUISE CONTROL OPERATIONS

The cruise control allows driving at a fixedspeed between 30 to 89 MPH (48 to 144 km/h)without keeping your foot on the acceleratorpedal.

To turn on the cruise control, push the mainswitch on. The indicator light on the switch willcome on.

To set at cruising speed, accelerate yourvehicle to the desired speed, push theCOAST/SET switch and release it. (TheCRUISE light will come on.) Take your foot off

the accelerator pedal. Your vehicle will main-tain the set speed.

I To pass another vehicle, depress theaccelerator pedal. When you release thepedal, the vehicle will return to the previ-ously set speed.

I The vehicle may not maintain the set speedwhen going up or down steep hills. If thishappens, drive without the cruise control.

To cancel the preset speed, follow any ofthese three methods:

a) Push the cancel switch; The CRUISE lightwill go out.

b) Tap the brake pedal; The CRUISE light willgo out.

c) Turn the main switch off. Both the ONindicator and CRUISE light will go out.

I If you depress the brake pedal while push-ing the ACCEL set switch and reset at thecruising speed, turn the main switch offonce and then turn it on again.

I The cruise control will automatically be can-celled if the vehicle slows down more than8 MPH (13 km/h) below the set speed.

I Depress the clutch pedal (manual transmis-sion), or move the selector lever to N posi-tion (automatic transmission). CRUISE lightwill go out.

To reset at a faster cruising speed, followeither of these three methods:

a) Depress the accelerator pedal. When thevehicle attains the desired speed, push andrelease the COAST/SET switch.

b) Push and hold the RES/ACCEL set switch.When the vehicle attains the speed youdesire, release the switch.

c) Push, then quickly release the RES/ACCEL set switch. Each time you do this,the set speed will increase by about 1 MPH(1.6 km/h).

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To reset at a slower cruising speed, followeither of these three methods:

a) Lightly tap the brake pedal. When the ve-hicle attains the desired speed, push theCOAST/SET switch and release it.

b) Push and hold the COAST/SET switch.Release the switch when the vehicle slowsdown to the desired speed.

c) Push, then quickly release the COAST/SET switch. Each time you do this, the setspeed will decrease by about 1 MPH (1.6km/h).

To resume the preset speed, push and re-lease the resume set switch. The vehicle willresume the last set cruising speed when thevehicle speed is over 30 MPH (48 km/h).

Precautions

I The cruise indicator may sometimes blinkwhen the cruise control switch (Mainswitch) is turned ON while pushing theRES/ACCEL switch or COAST/SET switchor CANCEL switch (located on the steeringwheel). To properly set the cruise controlsystem perform the steps above in theorder indicated. (This is a fail-safe mode.Turn the main switch OFF and turn it ONagain without pushing the set switch toreturn to normal operation.)

I If the cruise control system malfunctions, itwill cancel automatically. The cruise indica-tor in the meter assembly will then blink towarn the driver.

I When the cruise indicator blinks, turn thecruise control switch (Main switch) OFF andhave the system checked by your NISSANdealer.

During the first 1,000 miles (1,600 km), followthese recommendations for the future reliabil-ity and economy of your new vehicle. Failure tofollow these recommendations may result invehicle damage or shortened engine life.

I Do not run the engine over 4,000 rpm.

Do not drive over the following speed limits:Two wheel drive models:Four wheel drive models(2H position):

55 MPH (90 km/h)Four wheel drive models(4H position):

50 MPH (80 km/h)Four wheel drive models(4L position):

30 MPH (50 km/h)

I Do not accelerate hard in top gear.

I Avoid quick starts and full acceleration.

I Avoid hard stops as much as possible.

I

For the first 300 miles (500 km), it is rec-ommended that you drive in the two wheeldrive (2H) position.

I Do not tow a trailer for the first 500 miles(800 km).

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I Accelerate slowly and smoothly. Maintaincruising speeds with a constant acceleratorposition.

I Drive at moderate speeds on the highway.Driving at high speed will lower fueleconomy.

I Avoid unnecessary stopping and braking.Maintain a safe distance behind other ve-hicles.

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 mainte-nance schedule.

I Keep the tires inflated at the correct pres-sure. Low pressure will increase tire wearand waste fuel.

I Keep the front wheels in correct alignment.Improper alignment will cause increasedtire wear and lower fuel economy.

I Air conditioner operation lowers fueleconomy. Use the air conditioner only whennecessary.

I When cruising at highway speeds, it ismore economical to use the air conditionerand leave the windows closed to reducedrag.

I

Use 4H or 4L position only when neces-sary. Four wheel drive operation lowers fueleconomy.

2H — (2WD, high range) Only the rear wheelsare driven. Use for driving under the sameconditions as standard 2WD vehicle, or statedynamometer I/M testing.

4H — (4WD, high range) Four wheels aredriven. Use when driving on roads where it isdifficult to drive in the 2H position (i.e., drivingat normal speeds on snow covered, icy, wet,muddy or sandy roads).

The 4H position provides maximum powerand traction. Avoid excessive speed, as itwill cause loss of traction. Speed over 50MPH (80 km/h) in 4H is not recommend.

4L — (4WD, low range) Four wheels are

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driven. Use when climbing or descendingsteep hills, or during hard driving in sand, mudor deep snow. The 4L position provides maxi-mum power and traction. Avoid raising vehiclespeed excessively, as the maximum speed isapproximately 30 MPH (50 km/h).

N — No wheels are driven. Always keep thetransfer lever out of the N position. Shift thelever quickly and smoothly when movingacross the N position with the vehicle stopped.

CAUTION

Do not drive the vehicle in 4H or 4L ondry hard surface roads. Driving on dry,hard surfaces in 4H or 4L may causeunnecessary noise, tire wear and in-creased fuel consumption.

WARNING

I When parking the vehicle, apply theparking brake and shift the transfercontrol lever in the 2H, 4H or 4Lposition.

I Do not leave the transfer control leverin the N position. Otherwise, the ve-hicle could roll unexpectedly even ifthe manual transmission is in anygear or the automatic transmission inthe P position. If the ATP light is on,this indicates that the automatictransmission P position will not func-tion and the transfer lever is in neu-tral.

I Failure to engage the transfer controllever in 2H, 4H or 4L could result inthe vehicle moving unexpectedly, re-sulting in serious personal injury orproperty damage.


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TRANSFER CASE SHIFTING PROCEDURES

TO SHIFTTRANSFER CASE:

MANUAL TRANSMISSION MODELS SHIFT PROCEDURE

From 2H to 4HMove the transfer lever to 4H. This can be done at any speed up to 50 MPH (80 km/h), and it is not necessary to depress the clutchpedal. Perform this operation when driving straight.

From 4H to 2HMove the transfer lever to 2H. This can be done at any speed up to 50 MPH (80 km/h), and it is not necessary to depress the clutchpedal. Perform this operation when driving straight.

From 4H or 4L to 4L or4H

1. Stop the vehicle.2. Depress the clutch pedal.3. Depress the transfer lever and move it to the desired 4L or 4H position.

From 2H to 4L1. Stop the vehicle.2. Depress the clutch pedal.3. Depress the transfer lever and move it to 4L. Change gears quickly and smoothly.

From 4L to 2H1. Stop the vehicle.2. Depress the clutch pedal.3. Depress the transfer lever and move it to 2H.


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TO SHIFTTRANSFER CASE:

AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION MODELS SHIFT PROCEDURE

From 2H to 4HMove the transfer lever to 4H. This can be done at any speed up to 50 MPH (80 km/h), and it is not necessary to move the selectorlever to the N position. Perform this operation when driving straight.

From 4H to 2HMove the transfer lever to 2H. This can be done at any speed up to 50 MPH (80 km/h), and it is not necessary to move the selectorlever to the N position. Perform this operation when driving straight.

From 4H or 4L to 4L or4H

1. Stop the vehicle.2. Move the selector lever to the N position.3. Depress the transfer lever and move it to the desired 4L or 4H position.

From 2H to 4L1. Stop the vehicle.2. Move the selector lever to the N position.3. Depress the transfer lever and move it to 4L. Change gears quickly and smoothly.

From 4L to 2H1. Stop the vehicle.2. Move the selector lever to the N position.3. Depress the transfer lever and move it to 2H.


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WARNING

I Do not stop or park the vehicle overflammable materials, such as drygrass, waste paper, or rags. They mayignite and cause a fire.

I The transfer shift lever mustbe in the 2H, 4H or 4L position and theparking brake must be set to preventthe vehicle from rolling.

I Never place the transfer shift lever in

the N position, otherwise, the vehiclecould roll unexpectedly even if themanual transmission is in gear or theautomatic transmission is in the Pposition. This could result in seriouspersonal injury or property damage.

I Never leave the engine running whilethe vehicle is unattended.

I Never leave children unattended inthe vehicle.

1. Firmly apply the parking brake.

2. Manual transmission models:

Place the shift lever in the R (Reverse)position. When parking on an uphill grade,place the gearshift lever in the 1st position.

Automatic transmission models:

Move the selector lever to the P (Park)position.

WARNING

I Safe parking procedures require thatboth the parking brake be set and thetransmission placed into the P (Park)for automatic transmission models orin an appropriate gear for manualtransmission models. Failure to do socould cause the vehicle to move un-expectedly or roll away and result inan accident.

I Make sure the automatic transmis-sion selector lever has been pushedas far forward as it can go and cannotbe moved without depressing thebutton at the end of the lever.

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I If the ATP light is ON, this indicatesthat the automatic transmission P(park) position will not function andthe transfer shift lever is in the Nposition. Failure to engage the trans-fer shift lever in H or 4L could resultin the vehicle moving unexpectedly,resulting in serious personal injury orproperty damage.

3. To help prevent the vehicle rolling into thestreet when parked on a sloping drive way,it is a good practice to turn the wheels asillustrated.

I HEADED DOWNHILL WITH CURB: q1

Turn the wheels into the curb and move thevehicle forward until the curb side wheelgently touches the curb.

I HEADED UPHILL WITH CURB: q2

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: q3

Turn the wheels toward the side of the road

so the vehicle will move away from thecenter of the road if it moves.

4. Turn the ignition key to the LOCK positionand remove the key.

The power assisted steering is designed touse a hydraulic pump, driven by the engine, toassist steering.

If the engine stops or drive belt breaks, you willstill have control of the vehicle. However,much greater steering effort is needed, espe-cially in sharp turns or at low speeds.

WARNING

If the engine is not running or is turnedoff while driving, the power assist for thesteering will not work. Steering will bemuch harder to operate.

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BRAKING PRECAUTIONS

The brake system has two separate hydrauliccircuits. If one circuit develops a problem, youwill still have braking at two wheels.

Vacuum assisted brake

The brake booster aids braking by using en-gine vacuum. If the engine stops, you can stopthe vehicle by depressing the brake pedal.However, greater foot pressure on the brakepedal will be required to stop the vehicle andthe stopping distance will be longer.

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 andreduce gas mileage.

To help save the brakes and to prevent thebrakes from overheating, before going down aslope or long grade, reduce speed and down-shift to a lower gear.

Wet brakes

When the vehicle is washed or driven throughwater, the brakes may get wet. As a result,your braking distance will be longer and thevehicle may pull to one side during braking.

To dry brakes, drive the vehicle at a safespeed while lightly pressing the brake pedal toheat-up the brakes. Do this until the brakesreturn to normal. Avoid driving the vehicle athigh speeds until the brakes function correctly.

WARNING

I While driving on a slippery surface,be careful when braking, acceleratingor downshifting. Abrupt braking oraccelerating could cause the wheelsto skid and result in an accident.

I If the engine is not running or isturned off while driving, the powerassist for the brakes will not work.Braking will be harder.

ANTI-LOCK BRAKE SYSTEM (ABS)

The anti-lock brake system controls the brakesat each wheel so the wheels will not lock whenbraking abruptly or when braking on slipperysurfaces. The system detects the rotationspeed at each wheel and varies the brake fluidpressure to prevent each wheel from lockingand sliding. By preventing wheel lockup, thesystem helps the driver maintain steering con-

trol and helps to minimize swerving and spin-ning on slippery surfaces.

Using the system

Depress the brake pedal and hold it down.

WARNING

Do not pump the brake pedal. Doing somay result in increased stopping dis-tances.

Normal operation

The anti-lock brake system will not operate atspeeds below 3 to 6 MPH (5 to 10 km/h) tocompletely stop the vehicle. (The speeds willvary according to road conditions.) When theanti-lock system senses that one or morewheels are close to locking up, the actuator(under the hood) rapidly applies and releaseshydraulic pressure (like pumping the brakesvery quickly). While the actuator is working,you may feel a pulsation in the brake pedaland hear a noise or vibration from the actuatorunder the hood. This is normal and indicatesthat the anti-lock system is working properly.However, the pulsation may indicate that road

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conditions are hazardous and extra care isrequired while driving.

If a tire slips on rough roads for more than10 seconds, the ABS brake warning lightmay come on. Turn OFF the ignition key,restart the engine and drive the vehicle atspeeds above 20 MPH (30 km/h). If thewarning light does not go out, have thevehicle checked at a NISSAN dealer.

Self-test feature

The anti-lock brake system consists of elec-tronic sensors, electric pumps, and hydraulicsolenoids controlled by a computer. The com-puter has a built-in diagnostic feature that teststhe system each time you start the engine andmove the vehicle at a low speed in forward orreverse. When the self-test occurs, you mayhear a clunk noise and/or feel a pulsation inthe brake pedal. This is normal and is not anindication of any malfunction. If the computersenses any malfunction, it switches the anti-lock brake system OFF and turns on the ABSbrake warning light in the dashboard. Thebrake system will then behave normally, butwithout anti-lock assistance.

If the light comes on during the self check, orwhile you are driving, you should take yourvehicle to your NISSAN dealer for repair atyour earliest convenience.

WARNING

The anti-lock brake system is a sophis-ticated device, but it cannot prevent ac-cidents resulting from careless or dan-gerous driving techniques. It can helpmaintain vehicle control during brakingon slippery surfaces, but remember thatthe stopping distance on slippery sur-faces will be longer than on normalsurfaces, even with the anti-lock sys-tem. Stopping distances may also belonger on rough, gravel or snow coveredroads, or if you are using tire chains.Always maintain a safe distance fromthe vehicle in front of you. Ultimately,the responsibility for safety of self andothers rests in the hands of the driver.

Tire type and condition of tires may alsoaffect braking 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 as

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FREEING A FROZEN DOOR LOCK

To prevent a door lock from freezing, applyde-icer or glycerin to it through the key hole. Ifthe lock becomes frozen, heat the key beforeinserting it into the key hole.

ANTI-FREEZE

In the winter when it is anticipated that thetemperature will drop below 32°F (0°C), checkanti-freeze (ethylene glycol base) to assureproper winter protection. For details, see “En-gine cooling system” in the “8. Do-it-yourself”section.

BATTERY

If the battery is not fully charged during ex-tremely cold weather conditions, the batteryfluid may freeze and damage the battery. Tomaintain maximum efficiency, the batteryshould be checked regularly. For details, see“Battery” in the “8. Do-it-yourself” section.

DRAINING OF COOLANT WATER

If the vehicle is to be left outside withoutanti-freeze, drain the cooling system by open-ing the drain valves located under the radiatorand on the engine block. Refill before operat-ing the vehicle. See “Engine cooling system” inthe “8. Do-it-yourself” section for ChangingEngine Coolant.

TIRE EQUIPMENT

1. SUMMER tires are of a tread design toprovide superior performance on dry pave-ment. However, the performance of thesetires will be substantially reduced in snowyand icy conditions. If you operate yourvehicle on snowy or icy roads, NISSANrecommends the use of MUD & SNOW orALL SEASON tires on all four wheels.Please consult your NISSAN dealer for thetire type, size, speed rating and availabilityinformation.

2. For additional traction on icy roads, studdedtires may be used. However, some Prov-inces and States prohibit their use, so,before installing studded tires, check local,state and provincial laws.

Skid and traction capabilities of studdedsnow tires, on wet or dry surfaces, may bepoorer than that of non-studded snow tires.

3. TIRE CHAINS may be used if desired.Make sure they are of proper size for thetires on your vehicle and are installed ac-cording to the chain manufacturer’s sug-gestions. Use of tire chains may be prohib-ited according to location. Check the locallaws before installing tire chains. Wheninstalling tire chains, make sure they are ofproper size for the tires on your vehicle and

are installed according to the chain manu-facturer’s suggestions. Use only SAEClass S chains. Other types may damageyour vehicle. Use chain tensioners whenrecommended by the tire chain manufac-turer to ensure a tight fit. Loose end links ofthe tire chain must be secured or removedto prevent the possibility of whipping actiondamage to the fenders or underbody. Ifpossible, avoid fully loading your vehiclewhen using tire chains. In addition, drive ata reduced speed. Otherwise, your vehiclemay be damaged and/or vehicle handlingand performance may be adversely af-fected.Do not use the chains on dry roads.

Tire 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.

4. For four wheel drive:If you install snow tires, they must also bethe same size, brand, construction andtread pattern on all four wheels.

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CAUTION

ONLY use spare tires specified for eachfour wheel drive model.

SPECIAL WINTER EQUIPMENT

It is recommended that the following items becarried in the vehicle during winter:

I A scraper and stiff-bristled brush to removeice and snow from the windows and wiperblades.

I A sturdy, flat board to be placed under thejack to give it firm support.

I A shovel to dig the vehicle out of snow-drifts.

I Extra window washer fluid to refill the res-ervoir tank.

DRIVING ON SNOW OR ICE

WARNING

I Wet ice (32°F, 0°C and freezing rain),very cold snow or ice can be slick and

very hard to drive on. The vehicle willhave a lot less traction or grip underthese conditions. Try to avoid drivingon wet ice until the road is salted orsanded.

I Whatever the condition, drive withcaution. Accelerate and slow downwith care. If accelerating or down-shifting too fast, the drive wheels willlose 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.

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 cruise control on slipperyroads.

I Snow can trap dangerous exhaustgases under your vehicle. Keep snowclear of the exhaust pipe and fromaround your vehicle.

ENGINE BLOCK HEATER (if soequipped)

An engine block heater to assist extreme coldtemperature starting is available through yourNISSAN dealer.

WARNING

Do 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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6 In case of emergency

Flat tire ...................................................................... 6-2Changing a flat tire.................................................... 6-2Jump starting............................................................. 6-9Push starting ........................................................... 6-11

If your vehicle overheats ......................................... 6-11Towing your vehicle ................................................ 6-12Towing recommended by Nissan............................ 6-13Vehicle recovery (Freeing a stuck vehicle)............. 6-15

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CHANGING A FLAT TIRE

If you have a flat tire, follow the instructionsbelow.

Stopping the vehicle

1. Safely move the vehicle off the road awayfrom traffic.

2. Turn on the hazard warning flasher.

3. Park on a level surface and apply theparking brake. Shift the manual transmis-sion into reverse (automatic transmission inP).

WARNING

The transfer control lever mustbe in the 2H, 4H or 4L position.

Never place the transfer control lever inthe N position. Otherwise, the vehiclecould roll unexpectedly even if themanual transmission is in gear or theautomatic transmission is in the P posi-tion. This could result in serious per-sonal injury or property damage.

4. Turn off the engine.

5. Raise the hood to warn other traffic and tosignal professional road assistance person-nel that you require assistance.

6. Have all passengers get out of the vehicleand stand in a safe place away from trafficand clear of the vehicle.

WARNING

I Make sure that the parking brake issecurely applied and the manualtransmission is shifted into R (re-verse), on the automatic transmis-sion in P (Park).

I Never change tires when the vehicleis on a slope, ice or a slippery area.This is hazardous.

I Never change tires if oncoming trafficis close to your vehicle. Wait for pro-fessional road assistance.

Blocking wheels

Place suitable blocks at both the front andback of the wheel diagonally opposite the flattire.

WARNING

Be sure to block the wheel as the vehiclemay move and could cause personalinjury.

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Getting the spare tire and tools

Remove jacking tools and spare tire fromstorage area.

Removing the spare tire cover (if soequipped)

The spare tire cover cannot be removed orattached unless the spare tire is detached fromthe spare tire carrier.

1. Attach the cover to the entire periphery ofthe inner half and the top part of the sparetire.

2. Secure the spare tire to the spare tirecarrier as shown in the illustration.

3. Fasten the zip fastener of the spare tirecover.

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CAUTION

I Do not insert the jack rod straight asit is designed to be inserted at an

angle as shown.

I Make sure the rod tip fits in the fittingportion of the spare tire hanger andturn the rod.

I Be sure to center the spare tire sus-pending plate on the wheel and thenlift the spare tire.

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Removing wheel cap

CAUTION

Do not use your hands to pry off wheelcaps. Doing so could result in personalinjury.

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Jacking up the vehicle and removingthe damaged tire

WARNING

I Never get under the vehicle while it issupported 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 only for lifting your vehicle

during 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 start or run engine while ve-hicle is on the jack, as it may cause

the vehicle to move. This is especiallytrue for vehicle with limited slip dif-ferential carriers.

I Do not allow passengers to stay inthe vehicle while it is on the jack.

Carefully read the following instructions.

1. Put the adapter stored in the tool bag on thejack when jacking up the front side.

Do not use the jack adapter for the rear.

2. Place the jack directly under the jack-uppoint.

The jack should be used on level firmground.

3. Loosen each wheel nut one or two turns byturning counterclockwise with the wheel nutwrench.

Do not remove the wheel nuts until the tireis off the ground.

4. Carefully raise the vehicle until the tireclears the ground. To lift the vehicle, se-curely hold the jack lever and rod with bothhands as shown above. Remove the wheelnuts, and then remove the wheel. Do notremove the brake drum with the wheel.

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Installing the spare tire

1. Clean any mud or dirt from the surfacebetween the wheel and hub.

2. Carefully put the wheel on and tighten thewheel nuts finger tight.

3. With the wheel nut wrench, tighten wheelnuts alternately and evenly until they aretight.

4. Lower the vehicle slowly until the tiretouches the ground. Then, with the wheelnut wrench, tighten the wheel nuts securelyin the sequence as illustrated.

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.

As soon as possible tighten the wheel nutsto the specified torque with a torquewrench.

Wheel nut tightening torque:87 to 108 ft-lb (118 to 147 N ⋅m)

Adjust tire pressure to the COLD pressure.

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 the tireplacard affixed to the glove box lid.

WARNING

Retighten the wheel nuts when the ve-hicle has been driven for 600 miles(1,000 km) (also in cases of a flat tire,etc.).

5. Securely store the spare tire and jackingequipment in the vehicle.

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Stowing the damaged tire and tools

Securely store the tire and jacking equipmentin the vehicle as illustrated.

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 small size spare tire is designed

for emergency use. See “Tires andwheels” in the “8. Do-it-yourself” sec-tion.

Tightening torque of nuts:

48 to 66 ft-lb(66 to 89 N ⋅m)Use a suitable padlock.

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CAUTION

Do not insert the jack rod straight as it is

designed to be inserted at an angle asshown.

If you try to start your engine with a boosterbattery, follow the instructions and precautionsbelow:

WARNING

I If done incorrectly, jump starting canlead to a battery explosion, resultingin severe injury or death. It could alsodamage your vehicle.

I Explosive hydrogen gas is alwayspresent in the vicinity of the battery.Keep all sparks and flames away fromit.

I Do not allow battery fluid to comeinto contact with eyes, skin, cloth orpainted 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 of chil-dren.

I The booster battery must be rated at

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12 volts. Use of an improperly ratedbattery can damage your vehicle.

I Whenever working on or near a bat-tery, always wear suitable eye protec-tors (for example, goggles or indus-trial safety spectacles) and removerings, metal bands, or any other metaljewelry. Do not lean over batterywhen jump starting.

I Do not attempt to jump start a frozenbattery. It could explode and causeserious injury.

I Your vehicle has an automatic enginecooling fan. It could come on at anytime. Keep hands and other objectsaway from it.

WARNING

Always follow the instructions below.Failure to do so could result in damageto the charging system and cause per-sonal injury.

1. Position the two vehicles to bring theirbatteries into close proximity to each otherif the booster battery is in another vehicle.Do not allow the two vehicles to touch.

2. Apply parking brakes. Move the shift lever

to Neutral position (On automatic transmis-sion models, move the selector lever to P(Park)). Switch off all unnecessary electri-cal systems (light, heater, air conditioner,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 sequence asillustrated.

CAUTION

I Always connect positive (+) to posi-tive (+) and negative (−) to bodyground, (for example, strut mountingbolt, engine lift bracket, etc. — not tothe battery).

I Make sure that cables do not touchmoving parts in the engine compart-ment and that clamps do not contactany other metal.

5. Start the engine of the other vehicle and letit run for a few minutes.

6. Keep the engine speed of the other vehicle

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at about 2,000 rpm, and start your engine inthe normal manner.

CAUTION

Do not keep starter motor engaged formore than 10 seconds. If the enginedoes not start right away, turn the keyoff and wait 3 to 4 seconds before tryingagain.

7. After starting your engine, carefully discon-nect the negative cable and then the posi-tive cable.

8. Replace the vent caps (if so equipped). Besure to dispose of the cloth used to coverthe vent holes as it may be contaminatedwith corrosive acid.

CAUTION

I Automatic transmission models can-not be push started. This may causetransmission damage.

I Three way catalyst equipped modelsshould not be started by pushingsince the three way catalyst may bedamaged.

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.

If your vehicle is overheating indicated by anextremely high temperature gauge reading, orif you feel a lack of engine power, detectabnormal noise, etc., take the following steps:

WARNING

I Do not continue to drive if your ve-hicle overheats. Doing so couldcause a vehicle fire.

I To avoid the danger of being scalded,never remove the radiator cap whilethe engine is still hot. When the radia-tor cap is removed, pressurized hotwater will spurt out, possibly causingserious injury.

I Do not open the hood if steam iscoming out.

1. Move the vehicle safely off the road, applythe parking brake and move the gearshiftlever to the neutral position (automatictransmission to P (Park)).

Do not stop the engine.

2. Turn off the air conditioner switch. Open allthe windows, move the heater or air condi-

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tioner temperature control to maximum hotand fan control to high speed.

3. If engine overheating is caused by climbinga long hill on a hot day, run the engine at afast idle (approximately 1,500 rpm) until thetemperature gauge indication returns tonormal.

4. Get out of the vehicle. Look and listen forsteam or coolant escaping from the radiatorbefore opening the hood. Wait until nosteam or coolant can be seen before pro-ceeding.

5. Open the engine hood.

WARNING

If 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 leaking,the cooling fan belt is missing or loose orthe cooling fan does not run, stop theengine.

WARNING

I Be careful not to allow your hands,hair, jewelry or clothing to come intocontact with, or to get caught in, thecooling fan, or drive belt.

I The engine cooling fan can start atany time when the coolant tempera-ture is high.

7. After the engine cools down, check thecoolant level in the reservoir tank with theengine running. Add coolant to the reservoirtank if necessary. Have your vehicle re-paired at the nearest NISSAN dealer.

When towing your vehicle, all State (Provincialin Canada) and local regulations for towingmust be followed. Incorrect towing equipmentcould damage your vehicle. Towing instruc-tions are available from your NISSAN dealer.Local service operators will generally be famil-iar with the applicable laws and procedures fortowing. To assure proper towing and to pre-vent accidental damage to your vehicle,NISSAN recommends that you have a serviceoperator tow your vehicle. It is advisable tohave the service operator carefully read thefollowing precautions.

WARNING

I Never ride in a vehicle that is beingtowed.

I Never get under your vehicle after ithas been lifted by a tow truck.

CAUTION

I When towing, make sure that thetransmission, axles, steering systemand power train are in working condi-

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tion. If any unit is damaged, dolliesmust be used.

I Always attach safety chains beforetowing.

I Never tow an automatic transmissionmodel from the rear (that is back-ward) with four wheels on the groundas this may cause serious and expen-sive damage to the transmission.

TOWING RECOMMENDED BYNISSAN

Two wheel drive models

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towed with the driving (rear) wheels off theground as illustrated.

CAUTION

I When towing manual or automatictransmission models with the frontwheels on the ground: Turn the igni-tion key to the OFF position and se-cure the steering wheel in a straigh-tahead position with a rope or similardevice. Never place the ignition key inthe LOCK position. This will result indamage to the steering lock mecha-nism.

I When towing manual transmissionmodels with the rear wheels on theground or four wheels on the ground(if you do not use towing dollies):Always release the parking brake andmove the transmission shift lever tothe N (neutral) position.

Observe the following restricted tow-ing speeds and distances.

Manual transmission models:

I Speed: Below 60 MPH (95 km/h)

I Distance: Less than 500 miles (800km)

If the speed or distance must necessarily begreater, remove the propeller shaft beforehandto prevent damage to the transmission.

Four wheel drive models

NISSAN recommends that a dolly be used asillustrated when towing four wheel drive mod-els.

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CAUTION

If towing with the front wheels on theground or with the rear wheels on theground (if you cannot use towing dol-lies) is necessary: Move the transfercase shift lever into the 2H position.

I When towing with the front wheels onthe ground: On manual transmissionmodels to move the shift lever to theN (neutral) position, turn the ignitionkey to the OFF position and securethe steering wheel in a straightaheadposition with a rope on similar de-vice.

On automatic transmission models tomove the selector lever to N (neutral)position, turn the ignition key to theACC position. After moving the selec-tor lever to the N (neutral) position,turn the ignition key to the OFF posi-tion and secure the steering wheel ina straightahead position with a ropeor similar device.

Never place the ignition key in the

LOCK position. This will result indamage to the steering lock mecha-nism.

I When towing manual transmissionmodels with the rear wheels on theground or four wheels on the ground:Always release the parking brake andmove the transmission shift lever tothe N (neutral) position.

Observe the following restricted tow-ing speeds and distances.

Manual transmission models:

I Speed: Below 60 MPH (95 km/h)

I Distance: Less than 500 miles (800km)

If the speed or distance must necessarily begreater, remove the front and rear propellershafts beforehand to prevent damage to thetransmission.

VEHICLE RECOVERY (Freeing astuck vehicle)

I Use the towing hook only, not other parts ofthe vehicle. Otherwise, the vehicle body willbe damaged.

I Use the towing hook only to free a vehiclestuck in sand, snow, mud, etc. Never towthe vehicle for a long distance using onlythe towing hook.

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I The towing hook is under tremendous forcewhen used to free a stuck vehicle. Alwayspull the cable straight out from the front ofthe vehicle. Never pull on the hook at anangle.

I Stand clear of a stuck vehicle.

WARNING

Do not spin your tires at high speed.This could cause them to explode andresult in serious injury. Parts of your

vehicle could also overheat and be dam-aged.

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7 Appearance and care

Cleaning exterior ....................................................... 7-2Washing .................................................................... 7-2Waxing ...................................................................... 7-2Removing spots ........................................................ 7-3Underbody................................................................. 7-3Glass ......................................................................... 7-3Aluminum alloy wheels.............................................. 7-3Chrome parts ............................................................ 7-3

Cleaning interior ........................................................ 7-3Floor mats ................................................................. 7-4Seat belts .................................................................. 7-4Corrosion protection.................................................. 7-4Most common factors contributing to vehiclecorrosion.................................................................... 7-4To protect your vehicle from corrosion ..................... 7-5

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In order to maintain the appearance of yourvehicle, it is important to take proper care of it.

In the following cases, please wash your ve-hicle as soon as possible to protect the paintsurface.

I After a rainfall to prevent possible damagefrom acid rain

I After driving on coastal roads

I When contaminants such as soot, birddroppings, tree sap, metal particles or bugsget on the paint surface

I When dust or mud builds up on the surface

Whenever possible, store or park your vehicleinside a garage or in a covered area.

When it is necessary to park outside, park in ashady area or protect the vehicle with a bodycover.

Be careful not to scratch the paint surfacewhen putting on or removing the bodycover.

WASHING

Wash dirt off with a wet sponge and plenty ofwater. Clean the vehicle thoroughly using amild soap such as Nissan Car Wash, or ageneral purpose dish-washing liquid mixedwith clean, lukewarm (never hot) water.

CAUTION

I Do not use strong household soap,strong chemical detergents, gasolineor 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-stance so that the paint surface is notscratched or damaged.

Rinse the vehicle thoroughly with plenty ofclean water.

Inside flanges, seams and folds on the doors,hatches and hood are particularly endangeredby the effects of road salt. Therefore, theseareas must be regularly cleaned. Take carethat the drain holes in the lower edge of thedoor are open. Spray water under the bodyand in the wheel wells to loosen the dirt andwash away road salt.

A damp chamois can be used to dry thevehicle to avoid water spots.

WAXING

Regular waxing protects the paintwork andkeeps the finish. After waxing, polishing isrecommended to remove built-up residue andavoid a “weathered” appearance.

Your NISSAN dealer can assist you in choos-ing the proper product.

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I Wax your vehicle only after a thoroughwashing. Follow the instructions suppliedwith the wax.

I Do not use a wax containing any abrasives,cutting compounds or cleaners that maydamage the vehicle finish.

I If the surface does not polish easily, use aroad 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 SPOTS

Remove tar and oil spots, industrial dust, in-sects and tree sap as quickly as possible fromthe surface of the paint to avoid lasting dam-age or staining. Special cleaning products areavailable at your NISSAN dealer or any auto-motive accessories store.

UNDERBODY

In areas where road salt is used in winter, it isnecessary to clean the underbody regularly inorder to prevent dirt and salt from building upand causing corrosion on the underbody andsuspension. Before the winter period andagain in the spring, the underseal must bechecked and, if necessary, re-treated.

GLASS

Use glass cleaner to remove smoke and dustfilm from the glass surfaces. It is normal forglass to be coated with a film after the vehicleis parked in the hot sun. Glass cleaner and asoft cloth will easily remove this film.

CAUTION

When cleaning the inside of the window,do not use sharp-edged tools, abrasivecleaners or chlorine based disinfectantcleaners. They could damage the elec-trical conductors, radio antenna ele-ments or rear window defogger ele-ments.

ALUMINUM ALLOY WHEELS

Wash regularly, especially during wintermonths in areas where road salt is used. Saltcould discolor the wheel if not removed.

CHROME PARTS

Clean all chrome parts regularly with a non-abrasive chrome polish to maintain the finish.

Occasionally remove loose dust from the inte-rior trim, plastic parts and seats using avacuum cleaner or soft brush. Wipe the vinyland leather surfaces with a clean, soft clothdampened in mild soap solution, then wipeclean with a dry soft cloth. Before using anyfabric protector, read the manufacturer’s rec-ommendations. Some fabric protectors con-tains chemicals that stain or bleach the seatmaterial.

CAUTION

I Never use gasoline, thinner or anysimilar material.

I The leather seats should be regularlycoated with a leather wax like saddlesoap. Never use car wax.

I Never use fabric protectors unlessrecommended by the manufacturer.

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FLOOR MATS

The use of Genuine Nissan floor mats canextend the life of your vehicle carpet and makeit easier to clean the interior. No matter whatmats are used, be sure they are fitted foryour vehicle and are properly positioned inthe footwell to prevent interference withpedal operation. Mats should be maintainedwith regular cleaning and replaced if theybecome excessively worn.

Floor mat positioning aid(Driver side only)

This model includes a front floor mat bracket toact as a floor mat positioning aid. NISSAN floormats have been specially designed for yourvehicle model. The driver side floor mat has agrommet hole incorporated in it. Simply posi-tion the mat by placing the floor mat bracketthrough the floor mat grommet hole whilecentering the mat in the floorpan contour.

Periodically check to make certain the matsare properly positioned.

SEAT BELTS

The seat belts can be cleaned by wiping themwith a sponge dampened in a mild soap solu-tion. Allow the belts to dry completely beforeusing them.

WARNING

Do not allow wet belts to roll up in theretractor. NEVER use bleach, dye orchemical solvents since these may se-verely weaken the seat belt webbing.

MOST COMMON FACTORSCONTRIBUTING TO VEHICLECORROSION

1. The accumulation of moisture-retaining dirtand debris in body panel sections, cavities,and other areas.

2. Damage to paint and other protective coat-ings caused by gravel and stone chips orminor traffic accidents.

Moisture

The accumulation of sand, dirt and water onthe underside of the body will accelerate cor-rosion. Floor sections which have snow andice trapped under the floor matting will not dry.

Relative humidity

Corrosion will be accelerated:

I in areas of high relative humidity

I especially in areas where the temperaturesstay above freezing

I where atmospheric pollution exists

I where road salt is used

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Temperature

A temperature increase will accelerate the rateof corrosion to those parts which are not wellventilated.

Air pollution

Industrial pollution, the presence of salt in theair in coastal areas, or heavy road salt use willaccelerate the corrosion process. Road saltwill also accelerate the disintegration of paintsurfaces.

TO PROTECT YOUR VEHICLEFROM CORROSION

I Wash and wax your vehicle often to keepthe vehicle clean.

I Always check for minor damage to the paintand repair it as soon as possible.

I Keep drain holes at the bottom of the doorsand tailgate open to avoid water accumula-tion.

I Check the underbody. If any sand, dirt orsalt is accumulated, wash it off with wateras soon 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 cleaner orbroom.

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-icing areextremely corrosive and will accelerate corro-sion and the deterioration of underbody com-ponents such as the exhaust system, fuel andbrake lines, brake cables, floor pan and fend-ers.

In winter, the underbody must be cleanedperiodically.

For additional protection against rust and cor-rosion, which may be required in some areas,consult your local NISSAN dealer.

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8 Do-it-yourself

Maintenance precautions .......................................... 8-2Engine compartment check locations ....................... 8-4Engine cooling system .............................................. 8-5Checking engine coolant level .................................. 8-5Changing engine coolant .......................................... 8-6Engine oil .................................................................. 8-7Checking engine oil level .......................................... 8-7Changing engine oil .................................................. 8-8Changing engine oil filter .......................................... 8-9Automatic transmission fluid ................................... 8-10Temperature conditions for checking...................... 8-10Power steering fluid ................................................ 8-12Brake and clutch fluid ............................................. 8-12Brake fluid ............................................................... 8-12Clutch fluid .............................................................. 8-13Window washer fluid ............................................... 8-13Window washer fluid reservoir ................................ 8-13Battery ..................................................................... 8-14Jump starting........................................................... 8-15Drive belts ............................................................... 8-15Spark plugs ............................................................. 8-16Replacing spark plugs............................................. 8-16

Air cleaner ............................................................... 8-17Windshield wiper blades ......................................... 8-18Cleaning .................................................................. 8-18Replacement ........................................................... 8-18Parking brake and brake pedal............................... 8-19Checking parking brake .......................................... 8-19Checking brake pedal ............................................. 8-19Brake booster .......................................................... 8-20Clutch pedal ............................................................ 8-21Checking clutch pedal ............................................. 8-21Fuses....................................................................... 8-21Engine compartment ............................................... 8-21Passenger compartment ......................................... 8-22Multi-remote controller battery replacement ........... 8-22Lights....................................................................... 8-24Headlights ............................................................... 8-25Wheels and tires ..................................................... 8-28Tire pressure ........................................................... 8-28Types of tires .......................................................... 8-29Tire chains............................................................... 8-30Changing wheels and tires...................................... 8-30

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When performing any inspection or mainte-nance work on your vehicle, always take careto prevent serious accidental injury to yourselfor damage to the vehicle. The following aregeneral precautions which should be closelyobserved.

WARNING

I Park the vehicle on a level surface,apply the parking brake securely andblock the wheels to prevent the ve-hicle from moving. For a manualtransmission, move the shift lever toNeutral. For an automatic transmis-sion, move the selector lever to the P(Park) position.

I Be sure the ignition key is in the OFFor LOCK position when performingany replacement or repair.

I If you must work with the enginerunning, keep your hands, clothing,hair and tools away from moving fansbelts and any other moving parts.

I It is advisable to secure or removeany loose clothing and any jewelry,

such as rings, watches, etc. beforeworking 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 it issupported only by a jack. If it is nec-essary to work under the vehicle,support it with safety stands.

I Keep smoking materials, flame andsparks away from fuel and battery.

I Your vehicle is equipped with an au-tomatic engine cooling fan. It maycome on at any time without warning,even if the ignition key is in the OFFposition and the engine is not run-ning. To avoid injury, always discon-nect the negative battery cable beforeworking near the fan.

I On gasoline engine models with the

multiport fuel injection (MFI) system,the fuel filter or fuel lines should beserviced by a NISSAN dealer becausethe fuel lines are under high pressureeven when the engine is off.

CAUTION

I Do not work under the engine hoodwhile it is hot. Turn off the engine andwait until it cools down.

I Never connect or disconnect eitherthe battery or any transistorized com-ponent connector while the ignitionkey is on.

I Never leave the engine or the auto-matic transmission related compo-nent harness connector discon-nected while the ignition key is on.

I Avoid direct contact with used engineoil. Improperlydisposedmotoroil and/or other vehicle fluids can hurt theenvironment. Always conform to lo-

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cal regulations for disposal of vehiclefluid.

This “8. 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 or im-proper servicing may result in operating diffi-culties or excessive emissions, and could af-fect your warranty coverage. If in doubt aboutany servicing, have it done by your NISSANdealer.

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The engine cooling system is filled at thefactory with a high-quality, year-round, anti-freeze coolant solution. The anti-freeze solu-tion contains rust and corrosion inhibitors,therefore additional cooling system additivesare not necessary.

CAUTION

When adding or replacing the coolant,be sure to use only a genuine NISSANanti-freeze coolant or equivalent withthe proper mixture ratio of 50% anti-freeze and 50% demineralized water/distilled water. The use of other types ofcoolant solutions may damage your en-gine cooling system.

Outside tempera-ture down to Anti-

freeze

Deminer-alized

water ordistilledwater°C °F

−35 −30 50% 50%

WARNING

I Never remove the radiator cap whenthe engine is hot. Serious burnscould be caused by high pressurefluid escaping from the radiator. Waituntil the engine and radiator cooldown. See “If your vehicle overheats”in the “6. In case of emergency” sec-tion.

I The radiator is equipped with a pres-sure cap. To prevent engine damage,use only a genuine NISSAN radiatorcap. CHECKING ENGINE COOLANT

LEVEL

Check the coolant level in the reservoir tankwhen the engine is cold. If the coolant level isbelow the MIN level, add coolant to the MAXlevel. If the reservoir tank is empty, check thecoolant level in the radiator when the engineis cold. If there is insufficient coolant in theradiator, fill the radiator with coolant up to thefiller opening and also add it to the reservoirtank up to the MAX level.

If the engine cooling system frequentlyrequires coolant, have it checked by yourNISSAN dealer.

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CHANGING ENGINE COOLANT

I Major cooling system repairs should beperformed by your NISSAN dealer. Theservice procedures can be found in theappropriate NISSAN Service Manual.

I Improper servicing can result in reducedheater performance and engine overheat-ing.

WARNING

I To avoid the danger of being scalded,never change the coolant when theengine is hot.

I Never remove the radiator cap whenthe engine is hot. Serious burnscould be caused by high pressurefluid escaping from the radiator.

1. Perform the following procedure to openthe heater water cock.

I Turn the ignition key from OFF to ON.

I Move the heater or air conditioner tem-perature control dial to the maximum hotposition then turn the ignition key toOFF.

2. Open the radiator drain plug and radiatorcap.

Open the drain plugs on the engine block.

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3. Open the air release plug to drain thecoolant.

4. Flush the cooling system by running freshwater through the radiator.

5. Close the radiator drain plug and engineblock drain plugs securely.

6. See the “Technical information” section forcooling system capacity.

Fill the radiator slowly with the proper mix-ture of coolant and water. Fill the reservoirtank slowly up to the MAX level. Then installthe radiator cap and close the air releaseplug.

7. Start the engine and warm it up until itreaches normal operating temperature.Then race the engine 2 or 3 times under noload.

Watch the coolant temperature gauge forsigns of overheating.

8. Stop the engine. After it completely coolsdown, refill the radiator up to the filleropening. Fill the reservoir tank up the MAXlevel.

9. Check the radiator drain plug and engineblock drain plugs for any sign of leakage.

CHECKING ENGINE OIL LEVEL

1. Park the vehicle on a level surface andapply the parking brake.

2. Run the engine until it reaches operatingtemperature.

3. Turn off the engine. Wait more than 10minutes for the oil to drain back into theoil pan.

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 and Lmarks. If the oil level is below the L mark,remove the oil filler cap and pour recom-mended oil through the opening. Do notoverfill.

6. Recheck oil level with dipstick.

It is normal to add some oil between oilchanges or during the break-in period, de-pending on the severity of operating con-ditions.

CAUTION

Oil level should be checked regularly.Operating with insufficient amount of oilcan damage the engine, and such dam-age is not covered by warranty.

CHANGING ENGINE OIL


2. Warm up the engine until it reaches oper-ating temperature, and then turn it off.

3. Place a large drain pan under the drainplug.

4. Remove the oil filler cap.

5. Remove the drain plug with a wrench andcompletely drain the oil.

If the oil filter is to be changed, remove andreplace it at this time. See later in this

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section for changing engine oil filter.

CAUTION

Be careful not to burn yourself, as theengine oil is hot.

Waste oil must be disposed of properly.Check your local regulations.

6. Clean and re-install the drain plug and newwasher. Securely tighten the drain plug witha wrench. Do not use excessive force.

Drain plug tightening torque:22 to 29 ft-lb (29 to 39 N ⋅m)

7. Refill engine with recommended oil throughthe oil filler opening, then install the oil fillercap securely.

See “Capacities and recommendedfuel/lubricants” in the “10. Technical andconsumer information” section for drain andrefill capacity.

The drain and refill capacity depends on theoil temperature and drain time. Use thesespecifications for reference only. Alwaysuse the dipstick to determine when theproper amount of oil is in the engine.

8. Start the engine.Check for leakage around the drain plug.Correct as required.

9. Turn the engine off and wait several min-utes. Check the oil level with the dipstick.Add engine oil if necessary.

WARNING

I Prolonged and repeated contact withused engine oil may cause skin can-cer.

I Try to avoid direct skin contact withused oil. If skin contact is made, washthoroughly with soap or hand cleaneras soon as possible.

I Keep used engine oil out of reach ofchildren.

CHANGING ENGINE OIL FILTER


2. Turn the engine off.

3. Loosen the oil filter with an oil filter wrench.(A special cap-type wrench will assist withoil filter removal on models with the V6engine. This tool can be purchased fromyour NISSAN dealer.) Then remove the oilfilter by turning it by hand.

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CAUTION

Be careful not to burn yourself, as theengine oil may be hot.

4. Wipe the engine oil filter mounting surfacewith a clean rag.

Be sure to remove any old rubber gasketremaining on the mounting surface of theengine.

5. Coat the rubber gasket on the new filterwith engine oil.

6. Screw in the oil filter until a slight resistanceis felt, then tighten an additional 2/3 turn.

7. Start the engine and check for leakagearound the oil filter. Correct as required.

8. Turn the engine off and wait several min-utes. Check the oil level. Add engine oil ifnecessary.

WARNING

I When engine is running, keep hands,jewelry, and clothing away from anymoving parts such as fan and drivebelt.

I Automatic transmission fluid is poi-sonous and should be stored care-fully in marked containers out of thereach of children.

TEMPERATURE CONDITIONSFOR CHECKING

The fluid level should be checked using theHOT range (L & H marks) on the dipstick atfluid temperatures between 122 and 176°F (50and 80°C) after the vehicle has been drivenapproximately 5 minutes in urban areas afterthe engine is warmed up. The level can bechecked at fluid temperatures between 86 and122°F (30 and 50°C) using the COLD range onthe dipstick for reference, after the engine iswarmed up but before driving. However, thefluid level must be rechecked using the HOTrange.

1. Park the vehicle on a level surface and setthe parking brake.

2. Start the engine and then move the selectorlever through each gear range, ending in P.

3. Check the fluid level with the engine idling.

If the vehicle has been driven for a longtime at high speeds, or in city traffic in hotweather, or if it is being used to pull atrailer, the fluid level cannot be read accu-rately. You should wait until the fluid hascooled down (about 30 minutes).

4. Remove the dipstick and wipe it clean withlint-free paper.

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5. Re-insert the dipstick into the charging pipeas far as it will go.

6. Remove the dipstick and note the reading.

If the level is on the low side of either range,add fluid to the charging pipe.

CAUTION

I Do not overfill.

I Use only Nissan Matic D (ContinentalU.S. and Alaska) or Canada Nissanautomatic transmission fluid.Dexron TM III/Mercon TM or equivalentmay also be used. Outside the conti-nental US and Alaska contact aNISSAN dealer for more informationregarding suitable fluids, includingrecommended brand(s) of Dexron TM

III/Mercon TM automatic transmissionfluid.

NOTE:

If the vehicle has been driven for a longtime at high speeds, or in city traffic in hotweather, or if it is being used to pull atrailer, the accurate fluid level cannot be

read. You should wait until the fluid hascooled down (about 30 minutes).

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Check the fluid level.

The fluid level should be checked using theHOT range on the dipstick at fluid tempera-tures of 122 to 176°F (50 to 80°C) or using theCOLD range on the dipstick at fluid tempera-tures of 32 to 86°F (0 to 30°C).

CAUTION

I Do not overfill.

I Use Genuine Nissan PSF II or equiva-lent.

BRAKE FLUID

Check the fluid level in the reservoir. If the fluidlevel is below the MIN. line or the brakewarning light comes on, add DOT 3 fluid up tothe MAX. line.

If fluid is added frequently, the system shouldbe thoroughly checked by your NISSANdealer.

WARNING

Use only new fluid from a sealed con-

tainer. Old, inferior or contaminated fluidmay damage the brake and clutch sys-tems. The use of improper fluids canaffect the vehicle’s stopping ability.

CAUTION

Do not spill the fluid on painted sur-faces. This will damage the paint. If fluidis spilled, wash the surface with water.

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CLUTCH FLUID

Check the fluid level in the reservoir. If the fluidlevel is below the MIN. line or the brakewarning light comes on, add DOT 3 fluid up tothe MAX. line.

If fluid is added frequently, the system shouldbe thoroughly checked by your NISSANdealer.

WARNING

Use only new fluid from a sealed con-

tainer. Old, inferior or contaminated fluidmay damage the brake and clutch sys-tems. The use of improper fluids canaffect the vehicle’s stopping ability.

CAUTION

Do not spill the fluid on painted sur-faces. This will damage the paint. If fluidis spilled, wash the surface with water.

WINDOW WASHER FLUIDRESERVOIR

For US

To check the fluid level, use your finger to plugthe center hole of the cap/tube assembly (asshown above), then remove it from the tank. Ifthere is no fluid in the tube, add fluid. Add awasher solvent to the water for better cleaning.In the winter season, add a windshield washeranti-freeze. Follow the manufacturer’s instruc-tions for the mixture ratio.

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Add fluid when the low washer fluid warninglight comes on. Add a washer solvent to thewater for better cleaning. In the winter season,add a windshield washer anti-freeze. Followthe manufacturer’s instructions for the mixtureratio.

CAUTION

Do not substitute engine anti-freezecoolant for window washer solution.

This may result in damage to the paint.

WARNING

Anti-freeze is poisonous and should bestored carefully marked containers outof the reach of children.

I Keep the battery surface clean and dry. Anycorrosion should be washed off with asolution of baking soda and water.

I Make certain the terminal connections areclean and securely tightened.

I If the vehicle is not to be used for 30 days orlonger, disconnect the (—) negative batteryterminal cable to prevent discharge.

WARNING

I Do not expose the battery to flamesor electrical sparks. Hydrogen gasgenerated by battery action is explo-sive. Do not allow battery fluid tocontact your skin, eyes, fabrics, orpainted surfaces. After touching abattery or battery cap, do not touch orrub your eyes. Thoroughly wash yourhands. If the acid contacts your eyes,skin or clothing, immediately flushwith water for at least 15 minutes andseek medical attention.

I When working on or near a battery,always wear suitable eye protectionand remove all jewelry.

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I Keep the battery out of the reach ofchildren.

JUMP STARTING

If jump starting is necessary, see “Jump start-ing” in the “6. In case of emergency” section. Ifthe engine does not start by jump starting, thebattery may have to be replaced. Contact yourNISSAN dealer.

Check the fluid level in each cell. It should bebetween the MAX. and MIN. lines.

If it is necessary to add fluid, add only distilledwater to bring the level to the indicator in eachfiller opening. Do not overfill.

1. Remove the cell plugs using a suitable tool.

2. Add distilled water up to the MAX. level.

3. Tighten cell plugs.

WARNING

Be sure the ignition key is in the OFF orLOCK position. The engine could rotateunexpectedly.

1. Visually inspect each belt for signs of un-usual wear, cuts, fraying or looseness. Ifthe belt is in poor condition or loose, have itreplaced or adjusted by your NISSANdealer.

2. Have the belts checked regularly for condi-

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tion and tension in accordance with themaintenance schedule in this manual.

REPLACING SPARK PLUGS

Platinum-tipped spark plugs

It is not necessary to replace the platinum-tipped spark plugs as frequently as the con-ventional type spark plugs since they will lastmuch longer. Follow the maintenance sched-ule, but do not reuse them by cleaning orregapping.

If replacement is required, see your NISSANdealer for servicing.

WARNING

Be sure the engine and ignition switchare off and that the parking brake isengaged securely.

CAUTION

Be sure to use the correct socket toremove the spark plugs. An incorrectsocket can cause damage the sparkplugs.

Always replace spark plugs with recom-mended or equivalent ones.

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The filter element should not be cleaned andreused as it is given a special treatment. Werecommended it be replaced according to themaintenance intervals. See “Periodic mainte-nance” in the “9. Maintenance” section formaintenance intervals. When replacing thefilter, wipe the inside of the air cleaner housingand the cover with a damp cloth.

WARNING

I Operating the engine with the aircleaner removed can cause you or

others to be burned. The air cleanernot only cleans the air, it stops flameif the engine backfires. If it is notthere, and the engine backfires, youcould be burned. Do not drive withthe air cleaner removed and be care-ful working on the engine with the aircleaner removed.

I Never pour fuel into the throttle bodyor attempt to start the engine with theair cleaner removed. Doing so couldresult in serious injury.

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CLEANING

If your windshield is not clear after using thewindshield washer of if a wiper blade chatterswhen running, wax or other material may be onthe blade or windshield.

Clean the outside of the windshield with awasher solution or a mild detergent. Yourwindshield is clean if beads do not form whenrinsing 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. Ifyour windshield is still not clear after cleaning

the blades and using the wiper, replace theblades.

REPLACEMENT

1. Pull the wiper arm.

2. Push the lock pin, then remove the wiperblade.

3. Insert the new wiper blade to the wiper armuntil a click sounds.

CAUTION

After wiper blade replacement, returnthe wiper arm to its original position;otherwise it may be damaged when thehood is opened.

Make sure the wiper blade contacts theglass, otherwise the arm may be dam-aged from wind pressure.

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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. If waxgets into the nozzle, remove it with a needleor small pin.

CHECKING PARKING BRAKE

Pull the parking brake lever up. If the numberof clicks is out of the range as listed above, seeyour NISSAN dealer.

CHECKING BRAKE PEDAL

With the engine running, check distance Abetween the upper surface of the pedal andthe dash lower panel.

Distance A

M/T models

2-1/2 in (65 mm) or more

A/T models

2-3/4 in (70 mm) or more

If it is out of the range shown above, see yourNISSAN 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 self-adjust every time theparking brake is applied. If the brake pedalgoes down farther than normal, it may be dueto a lack of adjustment of the rear drumbrakes. Apply the parking brake several times.

WARNING

See your NISSAN dealer and have itchecked if the brake pedal height doesnot return to normal.

Brake pad wear indicators

The 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 brakeschecked as soon as possible if the wear indi-cator sound is heard.

Under some driving or climate conditions, oc-

casional brake squeak, squeal or other noisemay be heard. Occasional brake noise duringlight to moderate stops is normal and does notaffect the function or performance of the brakesystem.

The rear drum brakes (if so equipped) do nothave audible wear indicators. Should you everhear an unusually loud noise from the reardrum brakes, have them inspected as soon aspossible by your NISSAN dealer.

Proper brake inspection intervals shouldbe followed. For additional information, see“Periodic maintenance” in the “9. Mainte-nance” section for maintenance intervals.

BRAKE BOOSTER

Check the brake booster function with thefollowing steps:

1. With the engine off, press and release thebrake pedal several times. When brakepedal movement (distance of travel) re-mains the same from one pedal applicationto the next, continue on to the next step.

2. While depressing the brake pedal, start theengine. The pedal height should drop alittle.

3. With the brake pedal depressed, stop theengine. Keeping the pedal depressed for

about 30 seconds, the pedal height shouldnot change.

4. Run the engine for one minute withoutdepressing the brake pedal, then turn it off.Depress the brake pedal several times. Thepedal travel distance will decrease gradu-ally with each depression as the vacuum isreleased from the booster.

If the brakes do not operate properly, have thebrake checked by your NISSAN dealer.

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CHECKING CLUTCH PEDAL

Press the pedal by hand and be sure the freetravel is within the above limit. If free travel isout of the range shown above, see yourNISSAN dealer.

ENGINE COMPARTMENT

CAUTION

Never use a fuse of higher amperagerating than that specified on the fusebox cover. This could damage the elec-trical system or cause a fire.

If any electrical equipment does not operate,check for an open fuse.

1. Be sure the ignition key and the headlightswitch are OFF.

2. Open the engine hood.

3. Remove the fuse box cover.

4. Remove the fuse with the fuse puller.

5. If the fuse is open, replace it with a newfuse.

6. If a new fuse opens again, have the elec-trical system checked and repaired by yourNISSAN dealer.

Fusible links

If any electrical equipment does not operateand fuses are in good condition, check thefusible links. If any of these fusible links aremelted, replace only with genuine NISSANparts.

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PASSENGER COMPARTMENT

If any electrical equipment does not operate,check for an open fuse.

1. Be sure the ignition key and the headlightswitch are OFF.

2. Pull to open the fuse box cover/coin tray.

3. Pull the fuse box cover/coin tray horizon-tally to remove it.

4. Remove the fuse with the fuse puller.

5. If the fuse is open, replace it with a newfuse.

6. If a new fuse opens again, have the elec-trical system checked and repaired by yourNISSAN dealer.

MULTI-REMOTE CONTROLLERBATTERY REPLACEMENT

Replace the battery as follows:

1. Open the lid using a suitable tool.

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

Make sure that the ⊕ side faces thebottom case.

3. Close the lid securely.

4. Push the remote controller button two orthree times to check its operation.

See your NISSAN dealer if you need anyassistance for replacement.

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

I Be careful not to touch a circuit boardand a battery terminal.

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

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

I When changing batteries, do not let dustor oil get on the controller.

FCC Notice:

Changes or modifications not expressly

approved by the manufacturer compliancecould void the user’s authority to operatethe 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 not causeharmful interference, and (2) this devicemust accept any interference received, in-cluding interference that may cause undes-ired operation of the device.

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HEADLIGHTS

The headlight is a semi-sealed beam typewhich uses a replaceable headlight (halogen)bulb. A bulb can be replaced inside the enginecompartment without removing the headlightassembly.

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 not touchthe glass envelope.

Removing the headlight bulb

1. Disconnect the battery negative cable.

2. Disconnect the electrical connector fromthe rear end of the bulb.

3. Pull off the rubber cap.

4. Push and turn the retaining pin to loosen it.

5. Remove the headlight bulb. Do not shakeor rotate the bulb when removing it.

6. Install the new bulb in the reverse order ofremoval.

Aiming is not necessary after replacing thebulb. When aiming adjustment is neces-sary, contact your NISSAN dealer.

CAUTION

I Do not touch the bulb.

I Use the same number and wattage asoriginally installed:

Wattage 60/55Bulb No. HB2

I Do not leave the bulb out of the head-light reflector for a long period of timeas dust, moisture, and smoke mayenter the headlight body and affectthe performance of the headlight.

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Replacement procedures

All other lights are either type A, B, C or D.When replacing a bulb, first remove the lensand/or cover.

Item Wattage (W) Bulb No.

Front combination light 21/5 7443

Front fog light (H3 type) 55

Rear combination light

Turn signal 27 1156NA

Stop/Tail 21/5 7443

Back-up 18 921

High mounted stop light 5 168

License plate light 5 168

Interior light 10 —

Vanity mirror light 1.4 —

Personal light 8 —

Bulb identification

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If you have a flat tire, see “Flat tire” in the“6. In case of emergency” section.

TIRE PRESSURE

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 (includingspare). Incorrect tire pressure may adverselyaffect tire life and vehicle handling. Tire pres-sure should be checked when tires are COLD.Tires are considered COLD after the vehicleSDI0980

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has been parked for three or more hours, ordriven less than 1 mile (1.6 km). COLD tirepressures are shown on the tire placard affixedto the inside of the glove box lid.

WARNING

I Improperly inflated tires can fail sud-denly and cause an accident.

I The vehicle capacity weight is indi-cated on the tire placard. Do not loadyour vehicle beyond this capacity.Overloading your vehicle may resultin reduced tire life, unsafe operatingconditions due to premature tire fail-ure, or unfavorable handling charac-teristics and could also lead to aserious accident. Loading beyond thespecified capacity may also result infailure of other vehicle components.

I Before taking a long trip, or wheneveryou have loaded your vehicle heavily,use a tire pressure gauge to ensurethat the tire pressure is at the speci-fied level.

I Do not drive your vehicle over 85MPH (140 km/h) unless it is equippedwith high speed capability tires. Driv-ing faster than 85 MPH (140 km/h)may result in tire failure, loss of con-trol and possible injury.

TYPES OF TIRES

CAUTION

When changing or replacing tires, besure all four tires are of the same type(i.e., summer, all season or snow) andconstruction. Your NISSAN dealer maybe able to help you with informationabout tire type, size, speed rating andavailability. Replacement tires may havea lower speed rating than the factoryequipped tires, and may not match thepotential maximum vehicle speed. Neverexceed the maximum speed rating of thetire.

All season tires

NISSAN specifies all season tires on somemodels to provide good performance for useall year around, including snowy and icy roadconditions. All season tires are identified byALL SEASON and/or M&S on the tire sidewall.Snow tires have better snow traction than allseason tires and may be more appropriate insome areas.

Summer tires

NISSAN specifies summer tires on some mod-els to provide superior performance on dryroads. Summer tire performance in snow andice will be substantially reduced. Summer tiresdo not have the tire traction rating M&S on thetire sidewall.

If you operate your vehicle in snowy or icyconditions, NISSAN recommends the use ofSNOW or ALL SEASON tires on all fourwheels.

Snow tires

If snow tires are needed, it is necessary toselect tires equivalent in size and load rating tothe original equipment tires. If you do not, itcan adversely affect the safety and handling ofyour vehicle.

Generally, snow tires will have lower speed

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ratings than factory equipped tires and maynot match the potential maximum vehiclespeed. Never exceed the maximum speedrating of the tire.

If you install snow tires on four wheel drivemodels, they must also be the same size,brand, construction and tread pattern on allfour wheels.

If you operate your vehicle in snowy or icyconditions, NISSAN recommends the use ofSNOW or ALL SEASON tire on all four wheels.

For additional traction on icy roads, studdedtires may be used. However, some provincesand states prohibit their use. Check local, stateand provincial laws before installing studdedtires. Skid and traction capabilities of studdedsnow tires, on wet or dry surfaces, may bepoorer than that of non-studded snow tires.

TIRE CHAINS

Use of tire chains is prohibited according tolocation. Check the local laws before installingtire chains. When installing tire chains, makesure they are of proper size for the tires onyour vehicle and are installed according to thechain manufacturer’s suggestions. Use onlySAE class S chains. Other types may dam-age your vehicle. Use chain tensioners whenrecommended by the tire chain manufacturer

to ensure a tight fit. Loose end links of the tirechain must be secured or removed to preventthe possibility of whipping action damage tothe fenders or underbody. If possible, avoidfully loading your vehicle when using tirechains. In addition, drive at a reduced speed.Otherwise, your vehicle may be damagedand/or vehicle handling and performance maybe adversely affected.

Never install tire chains on small size sparetires.

Do not use tire chains on dry roads.

Tire 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 chains insuch conditions can cause damage to thevarious mechanisms of the vehicle due tosome overstress. When driving on clear pavedroads, be sure to change to 2WD.

CHANGING WHEELS AND TIRES

Tire rotation

NISSAN recommends that tires be rotatedevery 7,500 miles (12,000 km). However, thetiming for tire rotation may vary according toyour driving habits and road surface condi-tions.

See “Flat tire” in the “6. In case of emergency”section for tire replacing procedures.

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Wheel nut tightening torque:87 to 108 ft-lb (118 to 147 N ⋅m)

WARNING

I After rotating the tires, adjust the tirepressure.

I Retighten the wheel nuts after thevehicle has been driven for 600 miles(1,000 km) (also in cases of a flat tire,etc.).

I Do not include small size spare tire inthe tire rotation.

Tire wear and damage

WARNING

I Tires should be periodically in-spected for wear, cracking, bulging orobjects caught in the tread. If exces-sive wear, cracks, bulging or deepcuts are found, the tire should bereplaced.

I The original tires have a built-in treadwear indicator. When the wear indica-

tor is visible, the tire should be re-placed.

I Improper service for a small sizespare tire may result in serious per-sonal injury. If it is necessary to re-pair the small size spare tire, contactyour NISSAN dealer.

Replacing wheels and tires

When replacing a tire, use the same size,speed rating and load carrying capacity asoriginally equipped. See “Specifications” in the“10. Technical and consumer information” sec-tion for tires and wheels.

WARNING

I The use of tires other than thoserecommended 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,

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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 early tire wear, possiblydegraded vehicle handling character-istics and/or interference with thebrake discs. Such interference canlead to decreased braking efficiencyand/or early brake pad wear.

I Do not install a deformed wheel ortire even if it has been repaired. Suchwheels or tires could have structuraldamage and could fail without warn-ing.

I The use of retread tire is not rec-ommended.

Four wheel drive models

CAUTION

Always use tires of the same size, brand,construction (bias, bias-belted or ra-dial), 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 may dam-age the transmission, transfer case anddifferential gears.

If excessive tire wear is found, it is recom-mended that all four tires be replaced with tiresof the same size, brand, construction andtread pattern. The tire pressure and wheelalignment should also be checked and cor-rected as necessary. Contact your NISSANdealer.

Wheel balance

Unbalanced wheels may affect vehicle han-dling and tire life. Even with regular use,wheels can get out of balance. Therefore, theyshould be balanced as required.

Wheel balance service should be performed

with the wheels off the vehicle. Spin balancingthe rear wheels on the vehicle could lead totransmission damage.

Care of wheels

I Wash the wheels when washing the vehicleto maintain their appearance.

I Clean the inner side of the wheels when thewheel is changed or the underside of thevehicle is washed.

I Do not use abrasive cleaners when wash-ing the wheels.

I Inspect wheel rims regularly for dents orcorrosion. This may cause loss of pressureor damage the tire bead.

I NISSAN recommends that the road wheelsbe waxed to protect against road salt inareas where it is used during winter.

Small size spare tire (if so equipped)

U.S. only. Canadian vehicles are equippedwith a full size spare tire.

Observe the following precautions if the smallsize spare tire must be used, otherwise yourvehicle could be damaged or involved in anaccident.

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WARNING

I The small size spare tire (TEMPO-RARY USE ONLY) should be usedonly for emergency. It should be re-placed by the standard tire at the firstopportunity.

I Drive carefully while the small sizespare tire is installed.

Avoid sharp turns and abrupt brakingwhile driving.

I Periodically check the small sizespare tire inflation pressure, and al-ways keep it at 60 psi (420 kPa, 4.2bar).

I 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 “10. Technical andconsumer information” section.

I Do not drive your vehicle at speedsfaster than 50 MPH (80 km/h).

I When driving on roads covered withsnow or ice, the small size spare tireshould be used on the rear wheel andthe original tire used on the frontwheels (drive wheels). Use tire chainsonly on the front two original tires.

I Tire tread of the small size spare tirewill wear at a faster rate than theoriginal tire. Replace the small sizespare tire as soon as the tread wearindicators appear.

I Do not use the small size spare tireon other vehicles.

I Do not use more than one small sizespare tire at the same time.

I Do not tow a trailer while the smallsize spare tire is installed.

CAUTION

I Do not use tire chains on a small sizespare tire. Tire chains will not fit prop-erly on the small size spare tire and

may cause damage to the vehicle.

I Because the small size spare tire issmaller than the original tire, groundclearance is reduced. To avoid dam-age to the vehicle do not drive overobstacles. Also do not drive the ve-hicle through an automatic car washsince it may get caught.

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CLUTCH HOUSING DRAIN

Whenever you drive in deep water or mud,check water entry in the clutch housing byremoving the blind plug at the bottom of thetransmission case. After checking, be sure toreinstall the plug.

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9 Maintenance

Maintenance precautions .......................................... 9-2General maintenance................................................ 9-2Exterior maintenance ................................................ 9-2Interior maintenance ................................................. 9-3

Periodic maintenance schedules .............................. 9-5Schedule 1 ................................................................ 9-5Schedule 2 ................................................................ 9-5Explanation of maintenance items.......................... 9-10

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Your new NISSAN has been designed to haveminimum maintenance requirements withlonger service intervals to save you both timeand money. However, some day-to-day andregular maintenance is essential to maintainyour NISSAN’s good mechanical condition, aswell as its emission and engine 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 receives theproper maintenance care. You are a vital linkin the maintenance chain.

General maintenance:

General maintenance includes those itemswhich should be checked during normal day-to-day operation of the vehicle. They are es-sential if your vehicle is to continue to operateproperly. It is your responsibility to performthese procedures regularly as prescribed.

These checks or inspections can be done byyourself, a qualified technician or, if you prefer,your NISSAN dealer.

Periodic maintenance:

The maintenance items listed in this part arerequired to be serviced at regular intervals.

However, under severe driving conditions, ad-ditional or more frequent maintenance will berequired.

Where to go for service:

If maintenance service is required or yourvehicle appears to malfunction, have the sys-tems checked and tuned by an authorizedNISSAN dealer.

NISSAN technicians are well-trained special-ists and are kept up to date with the latestservice information through technical bulletins,service tips, and in-dealership training pro-grams. They are completely qualified to workon NISSAN’s vehicles before they work onyour vehicle, rather than after they haveworked on it.

You can be confident that your NISSAN deal-er’s service department performs the best jobto meet the maintenance requirements on yourvehicle — in a reliable and economic way.

During the normal day-to-day operation of thevehicle, general maintenance should be per-formed regularly as prescribed in this section.If you detect any unusual sounds, vibrations orsmell, be sure to check for the cause or haveyour NISSAN dealer do it promptly. In addition,you should notify your NISSAN dealer if youthink that repairs are required.

When performing any checks or maintenancework, see “Maintenance precautions” in the “8.Do-it-yourself” section.

EXTERIOR MAINTENANCE

Additional information on the followingitems with * is found in the “8. Do-it-yourself” section.

Outside the vehicle

The maintenance items listed here should beperformed from time to time, unless otherwisespecified.

Tires*:

Check the pressure with a gauge periodicallywhen at a service station, including the spare,and adjust to the specified pressure if neces-sary. Check carefully for damage, cuts orexcessive wear.

MAINTENANCE PRECAUTIONS GENERAL MAINTENANCE

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Wheel nuts*:

When checking the tires, make sure no nutsare missing, and check for any loose nuts.Tighten if necessary.

Tire rotation*:

Tires should be rotated every 7,500 miles(12,000 km). However, the timing for tire rota-tion may vary according to your driving habitsand road surface conditions.

Wheel alignment and balance:

If the vehicle should pull to either side whiledriving on a straight and level road, or if youdetect uneven or abnormal tire wear, theremay be a need for wheel alignment.

If the steering wheel or seat vibrates at normalhighway speeds, wheel balancing may beneeded.

Windshield wiper blades*:

Check for cracks or wear if they do not wipeproperly.

Doors and engine hood:

Check that all doors and the engine hood,operate properly. Also ensure that all latcheslock securely. Lubricate hinges, latches, rollersand links if necessary. Make sure that thesecondary latch keeps the hood from opening

when the primary latch is released.

When driving in areas using road salt or othercorrosive materials, check lubrication fre-quently.

Inside the vehicle

Lights*:

Make sure that the headlights, stop lights, taillights, turn signal lights, and other lights are alloperating properly and installed securely. Alsocheck headlight aim.

INTERIOR MAINTENANCE

The maintenance items listed here should bechecked on a regular basis, such as whenperforming periodic maintenance, cleaning thevehicle, etc.

Warning lights and chimes:

Make sure that all warning lights and chimesare operating properly.

Windshield wiper and washer*:

Check that the wipers and washer operateproperly and that the wipers do not streak.

Windshield defroster:

Check that the air comes out of the defrosteroutlets properly and in sufficient quantity whenoperating the heater or air conditioner.

Steering wheel:

Check for changes in the steering conditions,such as excessive freeplay, hard steering orstrange noises.

Seats:

Check seat position controls such as seatadjusters, seatback recliner, etc. to ensurethey operate smoothly and that all latches locksecurely in every position. Check that the headrestraints move up and down smoothly andthat the locks (if so equipped) hold securely inall latched positions.

Seat belts:

Check that all parts of the seat belt system(e.g. buckles, anchors, adjusters and retrac-tors) operate properly and smoothly, and areinstalled securely. Check the belt webbing forcuts, fraying, wear or damage.

Accelerator pedal:

Check the pedal for smooth operation andmake sure the pedal does not catch or require

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uneven effort. Keep the floor mats away fromthe pedal.

Clutch pedal*:

Make sure the pedal operates smoothly andcheck that it has the proper free travel.

Brakes:

Check that the brakes do not pull the vehicle toone side when applied.

Brake pedal and booster*:

Check the pedal for smooth operation andmake sure it has the proper distance under itwhen depressed fully. Check the brakebooster function. Be certain to keep floormatsaway from the pedal.

Parking brake*:

Check that the lever has the proper travel andconfirm that your vehicle is held securely on afairly steep hill with only the parking brakeapplied.

Automatic transmission P positionmechanism:

On a fairly steep hill check that your vehicle isheld securely with the selector lever in the Pposition without applying any brakes.

Under the hood and vehicle

The maintenance items listed here should bechecked periodically e.g. each time you checkthe engine oil or refuel.

Windshield washer fluid*:

Check that there is adequate fluid in the tank.

Engine oil level*:

Check the level after parking the vehicle on alevel spot and turning off the engine. (Be sureto wait a few minutes to allow the oil to drainback into the sump.)

Brake and clutch fluid levels*:

Make sure that the brake and clutch fluid levelis between the MAX and MIN lines on thereservoir.

Power steering fluid level* and lines:

Check the level when the fluid is cold and theengine is turned off. Check the lines for properattachment, leaks, cracks, etc.

Automatic transmission fluid level*:

Check the level after putting the selector leverin P (Park) with the engine idling.

Engine coolant level*:

Check the coolant level when the engine iscold.

Radiator and hoses:

Check the front of the radiator and clean offany dirt, insects, leaves, etc., that may haveaccumulated. Make sure the hoses have nocracks, deformation, rot or loose connections.

Engine drive belts*:

Make sure that no belt is frayed, worn, crackedor oily.

Battery*:

Check the fluid level in each cell. It should bebetween the MAX and MIN lines.

Exhaust system:

Make sure there are no loose supports, cracksor holes. If the sound of the exhaust seemsunusual or there is a smell of exhaust fumes,immediately locate the trouble and correct it.See “Precautions when starting and driving” inthe “5. Starting and driving” section for exhaustgas (carbon monoxide).

Underbody:

The underbody is frequently exposed to corro-sive substances such as those used on icy

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roads or to control dust. It is very important toremove these substances, otherwise rust willform on the floor pan, frame, fuel lines andaround the exhaust system. At the end ofwinter, the underbody should be thoroughlyflushed with plain water, being careful to cleanthose areas where mud and dirt may accumu-late. For additional information, see “Cleaningexterior” in the “7. Appearance and care” sec-tion.

Fluid leaks:

Check under the vehicle for fuel, oil, water orother fluid leaks after the vehicle has beenparked for a while. Water dripping from the airconditioner after use is normal. If you shouldnotice any leaks or if gasoline fumes areevident, check for the cause and have it cor-rected immediately.

To ensure smooth, trouble-free, safe and eco-nomical driving, NISSAN provides two differ-ent maintenance schedules that may be used,depending upon the conditions in which youusually drive. These schedules contain bothdistance and time intervals, up to 60,000 miles(96,000 km)/48 months. For most people, theodometer reading will indicate when service isneeded. However, if you drive very little, yourvehicle should be serviced at the regular timeintervals shown in the schedule.

After 60,000 miles (96,000 km) or 48months, continue periodic maintenance atthe same mileage/time intervals.

SCHEDULE 1

Follow Periodic Maintenance Schedule 1 ifyour driving habits frequently include one ormore of the following driving conditions:

I Repeated short trips of less than 5 miles(8 km).

I Repeated short trips of less than 10miles (16 km) with outside temperaturesremaining below freezing.

I Operating in hot weather in stop-and-gorush hour traffic.

I Extensive idling and/or low speed driv-ing for long distances, such as police,

taxi or door-to-door delivery use.

I Driving in dusty conditions.

I Driving on rough, muddy, or salt spreadroads.

I Towing a trailer, using a camper or acar-top carrier.

SCHEDULE 2

Follow Periodic Maintenance Schedule 2 ifnone of the driving conditions shown in Sched-ule 1 apply to your driving habits.

PERIODIC MAINTENANCESCHEDULES

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Schedule 1Abbreviations: 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 22.5 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

Emission control system maintenance

Drive belts I* I*

Air cleaner filter See NOTE (1) [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 R

Engine oil filter(Use Part No. 15208 31U00 or equivalent.) R R R R R R R R R R R R R R R R

Spark plugs (PLATINUM-TIPPED type) [R]

Timing belt Replace every 105,000 miles (168,000 km)

NOTE: (1) If operating mainly in dusty conditions, more frequent maintenance may be required.(2) When the filter becomes clogged, the vehicle speed cannot be increased as the driver wishes. In such an event, replace the filter.(3) After 60,000 miles (96,000 km) or 48 months, replace every 30,000 miles (48,000 km) or 24 months.★ Maintenance items and intervals with “*” are recommended by NISSAN for reliable vehicle operation. The owner need not perform such

maintenance in order to maintain the emission warranty or manufacturer recall liability. Other maintenance items and intervals are required.

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Schedule 1Abbreviations: R = Replace I = Inspect. Correct or replace if necessary. L = Lubricate [ ]: At the mileage intervals only


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 fluid,manual transmission & differential gear oil(exc. LSD)

See NOTE (1) I I I I

Limited-slip differential (LSD) gear oil See NOTE (1) I R I R

Steering gear, linkage & transfer gear, axle & suspension parts I I I I I I I I

Tire rotation See NOTE (2)

Drive shaft boots ( ) I I I I I I I I

Propeller shaft See NOTE (3) L L L L L L L L

Front wheel bearing grease (4x2) I I

Front wheel bearing grease ( ) See NOTE (4) I R I R

Exhaust system I I I I I I I I

Supplemental air bag system and supple-mental side air bag systems (if soequipped)

See NOTE (5)

Automatic Speed Control Device (ASCD) vacuum hoses I I I I

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 30,000 miles (48,000 km)or 24 months except for LSD. Change LSD gear oil every 15,000 miles (24,000 km) or 12 months.

(2) Refer to “Tire rotation” under the “General maintenance” heading earlier in this section.(3) The propeller shaft should be re-greased after being immersed in water.(4) If operating frequently in water, replace grease every 3,750 miles (6,000 km) or 3 months.(5) Inspect the supplemental air bag system 10 years after the date of manufacture noted on the F.M.V.S.S. certification label.

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Schedule 2Abbreviations: R = Replace I = Inspect. Correct or replace if necessary. [ ]: At the mileage intervals only



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]

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 (Use Part No. 15208 31U00 or equivalent.) R R R R R R R R

Spark plugs (PLATINUM-TIPPED type) [R]

Timing belt Replace every 105,000 miles (168,000 km)

NOTE: (1) When the filter becomes clogged, the vehicle speed cannot be increased as the driver wishes. In such an event, replace the filter.(2) After 60,000 miles (96,000 km) or 48 months, replace every 30,000 miles (48,000 km) or 24 months.★ Maintenance items and intervals with “*” are recommended by NISSAN for reliable vehicle operation. The owner need not perform such

maintenance in order to maintain the emission warranty or manufacturer recall liability. Other maintenance items and intervals are required.

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Schedule 2Abbreviations: R = Replace I = Inspect. Correct or replace if necessary. L = Lubricate [ ]: At the mileage intervals only



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


Brake lines & cables I I I I

Brake pads, rotors, discs, drums & linings I I I I

Automatic transmission & transfer fluid, manual transmission & dif-ferential gear oil (exc. LSD)

I I I I

Limited-slip differential (LSD) gear oil I R I R

Steering gear, linkage & transfer gear, axle & suspension parts I I

Tire rotation See NOTE (1)

Drive shaft boots ( ) I I I I

Propeller shaft See NOTE (2) L L L L

Front wheel bearing grease (4x2) I I

Front wheel bearing grease ( ) I R I R

Exhaust system I I

Supplemental air bag system and supplementalside air bag systems (if so equipped)

See NOTE (3)

Automatic Speed Control Device (ASCD) vacuum hoses I I I I

NOTE: (1) Refer to “Tire rotation” under the “General maintenance” heading earlier in this section.(2) The propeller shaft should be re-greased after being immersed in water.(3) Inspect the supplemental air bag system 10 years after the date of manufacture noted on the F.M.V.S.S. certification label.

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Maintenance for offroad driving( only)

Whenever you drive offroad through sand,mud or water as deep as the wheel hub, morefrequent maintenance may be required of thefollowing items:

G Brake pads and discs

G Brake lining and drums

G Brake lines and hoses

G Wheel bearing grease

G Differential, transmission and transfer oil

G Steering linkage

G Propeller shafts and front drive shafts

G Air cleaner filter

G Clutch housing (See “Clutch housing drain”in the “8. Do-it-yourself” section for check-ing water entry.)

These items should be checked frequently toassure safe and proper operation of your ve-hicle.

EXPLANATION OF MAINTENANCEITEMS

Emission control systemmaintenance

Additional information on the followingitems with * is found in the “8. Do-it-yourself” section.

Drive belts*:

Check drive belts for wear, fraying or crackingand also for proper tension. Replace the drivebelts if found damaged.

Air filter:

Under normal driving conditions, the aircleaner filter should be replaced in accordancewith the maintenance schedule. However,driving the vehicle in dusty areas may causemore rapid clogging of the element. Conse-quently, the element may have to be replacedmore frequently.

EVAP vapor lines:

Check vapor lines and connections for failureor looseness. If leaks are found, replace thelines.

Fuel lines:

Check the fuel hoses, piping and connections

for leaks, looseness or deterioration. Replaceany parts if they are damaged.

Fuel filter:

If the vehicle is operated under extremelyadverse weather conditions or in areas whereambient temperatures are either extremely lowor extremely high, the filter might becomeclogged. In such an event, replace the filterimmediately.

Engine coolant*:

Flush and refill the cooling system.

Engine oil & oil filter*:

Under normal driving conditions, the engine oiland oil filter should be replaced in accordancewith the maintenance schedule. However, un-der severe driving conditions, they may haveto be replaced more frequently.

Spark plugs*:

Replace with new plugs having the correctheat range.

Timing belt:

Replace the timing belt for driving the cam-shafts.

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Brake lines & cables:

Check the brake lines and hoses (includingbrake booster vacuum hoses, connections &check valve) and parking brake cables forproper attachment, leaks, cracks, chafing,abrasion, deterioration, etc.

Brake pads, rotors, drums & linings:

Check these and the other neighboring brakecomponents for wear, deterioration and leaks.Under severe driving conditions, they mayhave to be inspected more frequently.

Manual and automatic transmission,transfer & differential gear fluid:

Visually inspect for signs of leakage and re-place oil for limited-slip differential. Under se-vere driving conditions, the oil should be re-placed at the specified interval.

Steering gear, linkage & transfer gear,axle & suspension parts & drive axleshaft boots:

Check for damage, looseness and leakage ofoil or grease. Under severe driving conditions,more frequent inspection should be per-formed.

Propeller shaft(s):

Check the propeller shaft(s) for damage,looseness and grease leakage under severedriving condition ( only).

Propeller shaft:

Apply specified grease to the greasing pointsof propeller shafts in accordance with themaintenance schedule. In the case of drivingin water, greasing should be performed imme-diately afterwards.

Front wheel bearing grease:

Check the wheel bearing for grease leakagearound grease seals, axial end play andsmooth turning (4x2).

Check the wheel bearing grease condition orrepack these in accordance with the mainte-nance schedule. In case of frequent driving inmuddy water, the bearing grease inspectionshould be performed more frequently ( ).

Exhaust system:

Visually check the exhaust pipes, muffler, andhangers for proper attachment, leaks, cracks,chafing, abrasion, deterioration, etc. Undersevere driving conditions, inspection should beperformed more frequently.

Supplemental air bag, and supplementalside air bag (if so equipped) systems:

Maintenance for the supplemental air bags orsupplemental side air bags should be done byan authorized NISSAN dealer.

Automatic Speed Control Device (ASCD)vacuum hoses:

Check vacuum hose (between ASCD actuatorand ASCD pump) for breakage, cracks orfracture.

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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 oil viscosity number............... 10-7Air conditioning system refrigerant and lubricantrecommendations.................................................... 10-8Specifications .......................................................... 10-9Engine ..................................................................... 10-9Wheels and tires ................................................... 10-10Dimensions and weights ....................................... 10-10When traveling or registering your vehicle in anothercountry................................................................... 10-11Vehicle identification ............................................. 10-11Vehicle identification number (VIN) plate.............. 10-11Vehicle identification number (Chassisnumber) ................................................................. 10-11Engine serial number ............................................ 10-12

F.M.V.S.S. certification label ................................. 10-12Emission control information label ........................ 10-12Tire placard ........................................................... 10-13Air conditioner specification label.......................... 10-13Vehicle loading information................................... 10-13Terms .................................................................... 10-13Determining vehicle load capacity ........................ 10-14Loading tips........................................................... 10-14Towing a trailer ..................................................... 10-15Maximum load limits.............................................. 10-15Towing load/specification chart ............................. 10-16Towing safety ........................................................ 10-17Emission control system warranty ........................ 10-18Reporting safety defects (US only) ....................... 10-19Readiness for inspection/maintenance (I/M) test (USonly)....................................................................... 10-19

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The following values are approximate capacities. The actual refill capacities may be a little different from them. When refilling, follow theprocedure instructed in the “8. Do-it-yourself” section to determine the proper refill capacity.

Capacity (Approximate)

Recommended specificationsUSmeasure

Impmeasure

Liter

Fuel 21-1/8 gal 17-5/8 gal 80Unleaded gasoline with an octane ratingof at least 87 AKI (RON 91)*1

Engine oil*4Drain and refill

with oil filterchange

3-7/8 qt 3-1/4 qt 3.7I API Certification Mark*2 *3I API grade SG/SH, Energy Conserving I

& II or API grade SJ, Energy Conserv-ing*2 *3

I ILSAC grade GF-I & GF-II*2 *3without oil filterchange

3-5/8 qt 3 qt 3.4

Cooling system(with heater andreservoir tank)

10-3/4 qt 9 qt 10.2

Genuine Nissan Anti-Freeze Coolant orequivalent(Ethylene glycol base 50% demineralizedwater or distilled water)

*1: See later in this section for fuel recommendation.*2: See later in this section for recommended SAE viscosity number.*3: See later in this section for engine oil and oil filter recommendation.*4: See “Changing engine oil” in the “8. Do-it-yourself” section for further details.

CAPACITIES ANDRECOMMENDEDFUEL/LUBRICANTS

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Capacity (Approximate)Recommended specificationsUS

measureImp

measure Liter

Manual transmission — — — API GL-4 Viscosity SAE 75W-90 only

Differential gear oil (exc. LSD) — — — API GL-5*1

Limited-slip differential (LSD) gear oil — — —Only LSD gear oil:API GL-5 and SAE 80W-90*2 approved for NissanLSD*3

Automatic transmission fluid

Refill to the proper oil level according to the instructions inthe “8. Do-it-yourself” section.

Nissan Matic “D” (Continental US and Alaska) orCanada Nissan Automatic Transmission Fluid.*6

Power steering fluid Genuine Nissan PSF II or equivalent*7

Transfer fluidNissan Matic “D” (Continental U.S. and Alaska) orCanada Nissan Automatic Transmission Fluid*6 or APIGL-4*1

Brake and clutch fluid Genuine Nissan Brake Fluid*4 or equivalentDOT 3 (US F.M.V.S.S. No. 116)

Propeller shaft grease — — — NLGI No. 2 (Molybdenum disulphide lithium soapbase)

Multi-purpose grease — — — NLGI No. 2 (Lithium soap base)

Air conditioning system refrigerant — — — HFC-134a (R-134a)*5

Air conditioning system lubricants — — — Nissan A/C System Oil Type S or exact equivalent*5

*1: For further details, see recommended SAE viscosity number chart.*2: SAE 90 is acceptable in temperatures above 0°F (−18°C).*3: Contact your NISSAN dealer for a list of approved oils.*4: Available in mainland USA through your NISSAN dealer.*5: See “Vehicle identification” later in this section for air conditioner specification label.*6: DexronTM III/MerconTM or equivalent may also be used. Outside the continental United States and Alaska contact a NISSAN dealer for more information regarding

suitable fluids, including recommended brand(s) of DexronTM III/MerconTM Automatic Transmission Fluid.*7: Genuine Nissan PSF, Canada Nissan Automatic Transmission Fluid, DexronTM III/MerconTM or equivalent ATF may also be used.

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FUEL RECOMMENDATION

Your vehicle is designed to operate onunleaded gasoline with an octane rating ofat least 87 AKI (Anti-Knock Index) number(Research octane number 91).

CAUTION

Using a fuel other than that specifiedcould adversely affect the emission con-trol devices and systems, and couldalso affect the warranty coverage.

Under no circumstances should aleaded gasoline be used since this willdamage the three way catalyst.

Reformulated gasoline

Some fuel suppliers are now producing refor-mulated gasolines. These gasolines are spe-cially designed to reduce vehicle emissions.NISSAN supports efforts towards cleaner airand suggest that you use reformulated gaso-line when available.

Gasoline containing oxygenates

Some fuel suppliers sell gasoline containingoxygenates such as ethanol, MTBE and

methanol with or without advertising their pres-ence. Nissan does not recommend the use offuels of which the oxygenate content and thefuel compatibility for your Nissan cannot bereadily determined.

If you use oxygenate-blend gasoline, pleasetake the following precautions as the usage ofsuch fuels may cause vehicle performanceproblems and/or fuel system damage.

I The fuel should be unleaded and havean octane rating no lower than that rec-ommended for unleaded gasoline.

I If an oxygenate-blend, excepting amethanol blend, is used, it should con-tain 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 (me-thyl alcohol, wood alcohol). It shouldalso contain a suitable amount of appro-priate cosolvents and corrosion inhibi-tors. If not properly formulated with ap-propriate cosolvents and corrosioninhibitors, such methanol blends maycause fuel system damage and/or ve-hicle performance problems. At thistime, sufficient data is not available toensure that all methanol blends are suit-

able for use in Nissan vehicles.

If any undesirable driveability problems suchas engine stalling and hard hot starting areexperienced after using oxygenate-blend fu-els, immediately change to a non-oxygenatefuel or a fuel with a low blend of MTBE.

Take care not to spill gasoline during refu-eling. Gasoline containing oxygenates cancause paint damage.

Aftermarket fuel additives

NISSAN does not recommend the use of anyfuel additives (i.e.: fuel injector cleaner, octanebooster, intake valve deposit removers, etc.)which are sold commercially. Many of theseadditives intended for gum, varnish or depositremoval may contain active solvents or similaringredients that can be harmful to the fuelsystem and engine.

Octane rating tips

In most parts of North America, you should useunleaded gasoline with an octane rating of atleast 87 AKI (Anti-Knock Index) number. How-ever, you may use unleaded gasoline with anoctane rating as low as 85 AKI (Anti-KnockIndex) number in these high altitude areas[over 4,000 ft (1,219 m)] such as: Colorado,Montana, New Mexico, Utah, Wyoming, north-


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eastern Nevada, southern Idaho, westernSouth Dakota, western Nebraska, and thatpart of Texas which is directly south of NewMexico.

Using unleaded gasoline with an octanerating lower than stated above can causepersistent, heavy spark knock. (Sparkknock is a metallic rapping noise.) If se-vere, this can lead to engine damage. If youdetect a persistent heavy spark knock evenwhen using gasoline of the stated octanerating, or if you hear steady spark knockwhile holding a steady speed on levelroads, have your dealer correct the condi-tion. Failure to correct the condition ismisuse of the vehicle, for which NISSAN isnot responsible.

Incorrect ignition timing will result in knocking,after-run or overheating. This in turn maycause excessive fuel consumption or damageto the engine. If any of the above symptomsare encountered, have your vehicle checked ata NISSAN dealer or other competent servicefacility.

However, now and then you may noticelight spark knock for a short time whileaccelerating or driving up hills. This is nocause for concern, because you get thegreatest fuel benefit when there is light

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ENGINE OIL AND OIL FILTERRECOMMENDATION

Selecting the correct oil

It is essential to choose the correct quality, andviscosity oil to ensure satisfactory engine lifeand performance. Nissan recommends theuse of a low friction oil (energy conserving oil)in order to improve fuel economy and con-serve energy. Oils which do not have thespecified quality label should not be used asthey could cause engine damage.

Only those engine oils with the American Pe-troleum Institute (API) CERTIFICATION

MARK on the front of the container should beused. This type of oil supersedes the existingAPI SG, SH and SJ and Energy Conserving I& II categories.

If you cannot find engine oil with the APICERTIFICATION MARK, use an API gradeSG/SH, Energy Conserving I & II or API gradeSJ, Energy Conserving oil. An oil with a singledesignation SG or SH, or in combination withother categories (for example, SG/CC orSG/CD) may also be used if one with the APICERTIFICATION MARK cannot be found. AnILSAC grade GF-I & GF-II oil can also be used.

Mineral based or synthetic type oils may be

used in your NISSAN vehicle. These oils musthowever, meet the API quality and SAE vis-cosity ratings specified for your vehicle. Do notmix mineral based and synthetic type oils inthe engine at the same time.

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 viscosity

The engine oil viscosity or thickness changeswith temperature. Because of this, it is impor-tant that the engine oil viscosity be selectedbased on the temperatures at which the ve-hicle will be operated before the next oilchange. The chart recommended SAE viscos-ity number shows the recommended oil vis-cosities for the expected ambient tempera-tures. Choosing an oil viscosity other than thatrecommended could cause serious enginedamage.

Selecting the correct oil filter

Your new vehicle is equipped with a high-quality genuine Nissan oil filter. When replac-

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ing, use the genuine oil filter or its equivalentfor the reason described 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 other thanthe specified quality, or oil and filter changeintervals longer than recommended could re-duce engine life. Damage to engines causedby improper maintenance or use of incorrectoil and filter quality and/or viscosity is notcovered by the new Nissan vehicle warranties.

Your engine was filled with a high qualityengine oil when it was built. You do not have tochange the oil before the first recommendedchange interval. Oil and filter change intervalsdepend upon how you use your vehicle. Op-eration under the following conditions mayrequire more frequent oil and filter changes.

— repeated short distance driving at cold out-side temperatures,

— driving in dusty conditions,

— extensive idling,

— towing a trailer.

RECOMMENDED SAE OILVISCOSITY NUMBER

SAE 5W-30 viscosity oil is preferred for allambient temperatures. SAE 10W-30,10W-40 viscosity oil may be used if theambient temperature is above 0°F (−18°C).

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75W-90 for transfer, and 80W-90 for differ-ential are preferable if the ambient tem-perature is below 104°F (40°C).

AIR CONDITIONING SYSTEMREFRIGERANT AND LUBRICANTRECOMMENDATIONS

The air conditioning system in this NISSANvehicle must be charged with the refriger-ant HFC-134a (R-134a) and the lubricant,Nissan A/C System Oil Type S or the exactequivalents.

CAUTION

The use of any other refrigerants orlubricants will cause severe damage tothe air conditioning system and will re-quire the replacement of all air condi-tioning system components.

The refrigerant HFC-134a (R-134a) in yourNISSAN vehicle will not harm the earth’sozone layer. Although this refrigerant does notaffect the earth’s atmosphere, certain govern-mental regulations require the recovery andrecycling of any refrigerant during automotiveair conditioning system service. Your NISSANdealer has the trained technicians and equip-ment needed to recover and recycle your airconditioning system refrigerant.

Contact your NISSAN dealer when servicingyour air conditioning system.

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ENGINE

Model VG33E

Type Gasoline, 4-cycle

Cylinder arrangement 6-cylinder, V-slanted at 60°

Bore × Stroke in (mm) 3.602 × 3.268 (91.5 × 83.0)

Displacementcu in (cm3)

199.84 (3,275)

Firing order 1-2-3-4-5-6*1

Idle speed rpm

See the “Emission controllabel” on the underside of thehood.

Ignition timing (BTDC)degree/rpm

CO percentage at idle speed[No air] %

Spark plug FR4AP-10 (Hot)

FR5AP-10 (Standard)

FR6AP-10 (Cold)

Spark plug gap in (mm) 0.039 (1.0)

Camshaft operation Timing belt*2

Alternator belt size

Width × Lengthin (mm)

0.8409 × 41.93 (21.36 × 1,065)

*2: Periodic maintenance is necessary. See “Periodic maintenance” in the “9.Maintenance” section for maintenance intervals.

The spark ignition system of this vehicle meets all requirements ofthe Canadian Interference-Causing Equipment Regulations.

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Grade Road wheel/offset in (mm)

Tire Spare tire size

4x2 PATH-FINDER

XE 16x7JJ/1.97 (50)16x7JJ Aluminum/1.97 (50)*1

P245/70R16106S

P245/70R16 106S215/80R16 103M*2

SELEWIDE

16x7JJ Aluminum/0.79 (20)

P255/65R16106S

P255/65R16 106S215/80R16 103M*2

4x4 PATH-FINDER

XE 16x7JJ/1.97 (50)16x7JJ Aluminum/1.97 (50)*1

P245/70R16106S

P245/70R16 106S

SELEWIDE

16x7JJ Aluminum/0.79 (20)

P255/65R16106S

P255/65R16 106S

*1: Option*2: If so equipped (US only)

DIMENSIONS AND WEIGHTS

PATHFINDER

Overall length*1 in (mm) 182.7 (4,640)

Overall width in (mm) 69.7 (1,770)71.7 (1,820)*2

Overall height in (mm) 68.1 (1,730)67.9 (1,725)*2

Front tread in (mm) 58.3 (1,480)60.6 (1,540)*2

Rear tread in (mm) 58.5 (1,485)60.8 (1,545)*2

Wheelbase in (mm) 106.3 (2,700)

Gross vehicle weight ratinglb (kg)

See the “F.M.V.S.S. certificationlabel” on the driver’s side lockpillar.Gross axle weight rating

Front lb (kg)

Rear lb (kg)

*1: On spare tire carrier equipped models, the spare tire carrier adds 9.45 in (240mm) to the overall length.

*2: SE and LE wide models

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When planning to travel in another country,you should first find out if the fuel available issuitable for your vehicle’s engine.

Using fuel with too low an octane ratingmay cause engine damage. All gasolinevehicles can be operated with unleadedgasoline. Therefore, avoid taking your ve-hicle to areas where appropriate fuel is notavailable.

When transferring the registration of yourvehicle to another country, state, provinceor district, it may be necessary to modify thevehicle to meet local laws and regulations.

The laws and regulations for motor vehicleemission control and safety standards varyaccording to the country, state, province ordistrict; therefore, vehicle specifications maydiffer.

When any vehicle is to be taken into an-other country, state, province or districtand registered, its modifications, transpor-tation and registration are the responsibil-ity of the user. NISSAN is not responsiblefor any inconvenience that may result.

VEHICLE IDENTIFICATIONNUMBER (VIN) PLATE

The vehicle identification number plate is at-tached as shown. This number is the identifi-cation for your vehicle and is used in thevehicle registration.

VEHICLE IDENTIFICATIONNUMBER (Chassis number)

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WHEN TRAVELING ORREGISTERING YOUR VEHICLE INANOTHER COUNTRY

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ENGINE SERIAL NUMBER

The number is stamped on the engine asshown.

F.M.V.S.S. CERTIFICATION LABEL

The Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard(F.M.V.S.S.) certification label is affixed asshown. This label contains valuable vehicleinformation, such as: Gross Vehicle WeightRatings (GVWR), Gross Axle Weight Rating(GAWR), month and year of manufacture,Vehicle Identification Number, (VIN), etc. Re-view it carefully.

EMISSION CONTROLINFORMATION LABEL

The emission control information label is at-tached as shown.

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TIRE PLACARD

The cold tire pressure is shown on the tireplacard.

AIR CONDITIONERSPECIFICATION LABEL

The air conditioner specification label is at-tached as shown.

WARNING

I It is extremely dangerous to ride in acargo area inside of a vehicle. In acollision, people riding in these areasare more likely to be seriously injuredor killed.


I Be sure everyone in your vehicle is ina seat and using a seat belt properly.

TERMS

It is important to familiarize yourself with thefollowing terms before loading your vehicle:

I Curb Weight (actual weight of your vehicle)- vehicle weight including: standard andoptional equipment, fluids, emergencytools, and spare tire assembly. This weightdoes not include passengers and cargo.

I GVW (Gross Vehicle Weight) - curb weightplus the combined weight of passengersand cargo.

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I GVWR (Gross Vehicle Weight Rating) -maximum total weight (load) limit specifiedfor the vehicle.

I GAWR (Gross Axle Weight Rating) - maxi-mum weight (load) limit specified for thefront or rear axle.

DETERMINING VEHICLE LOADCAPACITY

The load capacity of this vehicle is determinedby weight, not by available cargo space. Forexample, a luggage rack, bike carrier, cartopcarrier or similar equipment does not increaseload carrying capacity of your vehicle.

To determine vehicle load capacity:

Vehicle weight can be determined by using acommercial-grade scale, found at places suchas a truck stop, gravel quarry, grain elevator,or a scrap metal recycling facility.

1) Determine the curb weight of your vehicle.

2) Compare the curb weight amount to theGVWR specified for your vehicle to deter-mine how much more weight your vehiclecan carry.

3) After loading (cargo and passengers), re-weigh your vehicle to determine if eitherGVWR or GAWR for your vehicle is ex-

ceeded. If GVWR is exceeded, removecargo as necessary. If either the front orrear GAWR is exceeded, shift the load orremove cargo as necessary.

LOADING TIPS

I The GVW must not exceed GVWR orGAWR as specified on the FMVSS Certifi-cation Label.

I Do not load the front and rear axle to theGAWR. Doing so will exceed the GVWR.

WARNING


I Do not load your vehicle any heavierthan the GVWR or the maximum frontand rear GAWRs. If you do, parts onyour vehicle can break, or it canchange the way your vehicle handles.This could result in loss of controland cause personal injury.

I Overloading can shorten the life ofyour vehicle. Failures caused byoverloading are not covered by yourwarranty.


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Your new vehicle was designed to be usedprimarily to carry passengers and cargo. Re-member that towing a trailer will place addi-tional loads on your vehicle’s engine, drivetrain, steering, braking and other systems.

Information on trailer towing ability and thespecial equipment required should be ob-tained from your Nissan dealer. He can obtaina Nissan Trailer Towing Guide for you.

MAXIMUM LOAD LIMITS

Maximum trailer loads

Never allow the total trailer load to exceed thevalue specified in the following TowingLoad/Specification Chart. The total trailer loadequals trailer weight plus its cargo weight.

I When towing a trailer load of 1,000 lb (454kg) or more, trailers with a brake systemMUST be used.

The maximum GCWR (Gross CombinedWeight Rating) should not exceed the valuespecified in the following Towing Load Speci-fication Chart.

The GCWR equals the combined weight of thetowing vehicle (including passengers andcargo) plus the total trailer load. Towing loadsgreater than these or using improper towingequipment could adversely affect vehicle han-dling, braking and performance.

The ability of your vehicle to tow a trailer is notonly related to the maximum trailer loads, butalso the places you plan to tow. Tow weightsappropriate for level highway driving may haveto be reduced on very steep grades or in lowtraction situations (for example, on slipperyboat ramps).

WARNING

Vehicle damage and/or personal injuryresulting from improper towing proce-dures is not covered by NISSAN warran-ties. 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 11% of thetotal trailer load within the maximum tongueload limits shown in the following TowingLoad/Specifications Chart. If the tongue loadbecomes excessive, rearrange cargo to allowfor proper tongue load.

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Maximum gross vehicle weight/maximum gross axle weight

The gross vehicle weight of the towing vehiclemust not exceed the gross vehicle weightrating (GVWR) shown on the F.M.V.S.S. cer-tification label. The gross vehicle weightequals the combined weight of the unloadedvehicle, passengers, luggage, hitch, trailertongue load and any other optional equipment.In addition, front or rear gross axle weight mustnot exceed the gross axle weight rating(GAWR) shown on the F.M.V.S.S. certificationlabel.

TOWING LOAD/SPECIFICATION CHART

TOWING LOAD/SPECIFICATION CHARTUnit: lb (kg)

MODELWEIGHT

PATHFINDER VG33E (6-Cyl.)

M/T A/T

MAXIMUM TRAILER WEIGHT*1 3,500 (1,588) 5,000 (2,268)

MAXIMUM TONGUE LOAD 350 (159) 500 (227)

GROSS COMBINED WEIGHTRATING

8,000 (3,628) 9,500 (4,308)

RECOMMENDED EQUIP-MENT*2

Sway Control Device (SCD)

*1: All towing above 1,000 lb (454 kg) requires the use of trailer brakes. NISSAN recommends the useof a tandem axle trailer whenever towing above 3,000 lb (1,361 kg).

*2: A sway control device is recommended for all towing above 2,000 lb (907 kg). Sway control devicesare not offered by NISSAN. See a professional trailer/hitch outlet for a properly designed swaycontrol device for your trailer.

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TOWING SAFETY

Trailer hitch

Check the towing capacity of your receivertype frame mounted hitch. Choose a properhitch for your vehicle and trailer. A genuineNISSAN trailer hitch is available from yourNISSAN dealer (Canada only). Make sure thetrailer hitch is securely attached to the vehicle,to help avoid personal injury or property dam-age due to sway caused by crosswinds, roughroad surfaces or passing trucks.

CAUTION

I Special hitches which include framereinforcements are required for tow-ing above 2,000 lb (907 kg). SuitableGenuine NISSAN hitches for pickuptruck and sport utility vehicles areavailable at an authorized NISSANdealer.

I Do not use axle-mounted hitches.

I Do not modify the vehicle exhaustsystem, brake system, etc. to install atrailer hitch.

I After the hitch is removed, seal thebolt holes to prevent exhaust fumes,water or dust from entering the pas-senger compartment.

I Regularly check all hitch mountingbolts are securely mounted.

I To reduce the possibility of additionaldamage if your vehicle is struck fromthe rear, where practical, remove thehitch and/or receiver when not in use.

I Never connect a trailer brake systemdirectly to the vehicle brake system.

Tire pressures

I When towing a trailer, inflate the vehicletires to the recommended cold tire pressureindicated on the tire placard (affixed to theglove box lid).

I Trailer tire condition, size, load rating andproper inflation pressure should be in ac-cordance with the trailer and tire manufac-turers’ specifications.

Safety chains

Always use a suitable chain between your

vehicle and the trailer. The chain should becrossed and should be attached to the hitch,not to the vehicle bumper or axle. Be sure toleave enough slack in the chain to permitturning corners.

Trailer lights

Trailer lights should comply with Federaland/or local regulations.

When wiring vehicle for towing connection,connect stop and tail light pickup into thevehicle electrical circuit at point betweenthe sensor and stop light switch or lightswitch.

Trailer brakes

If your trailer is equipped with a braking sys-tem, make sure it conforms to Federal and/orlocal regulations and that it is properly in-stalled.

WARNING

Never connect a trailer brake systemdirectly to the vehicle brake system.

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the vehicle’s behavior, you should practiceturning, stopping and backing up in an areawhich is free from traffic. Steering stability andbraking performance will be somewhat differ-ent than under normal driving conditions.

I Always secure items in the trailer to preventload shift while driving.

I Avoid abrupt starts, acceleration or stops.

I Avoid sharp turns or lane changes.

I Always drive your vehicle at a moderatespeed.

I Always block the wheels on both vehicleand trailer when parking. Parking on aslope is not recommended; however, if youmust do so, and if your vehicle is equippedwith automatic transmission, first block thewheels and apply the parking brake, andthen move the transmission selector leverinto the P position. If you move the selectorlever to the P position before blocking thewheels and applying the parking brake,transmission damage could occur.

I When going down a hill, shift into a lowergear and use the engine braking effect.When ascending a long grade, downshiftthe transmission to a lower gear and reducespeed to reduce chances of engine over-loading and/or overheating.

However, for long steep grades, do not stay in1st or 2nd gear when driving above 35 MPH(56 km/h).

I If the engine coolant rises to an extremelyhigh temperature when the air conditioningsystem is on, turn off the air conditioner.Coolant heat can be additionally vented byopening the windows, switching the fancontrol to high and setting the temperaturecontrol to the HOT position.

I Trailer towing requires more fuel than nor-mal circumstances.

I Avoid towing a trailer for the first 500 miles(800 km).

I Have your vehicle serviced more often thanat intervals specified in the recommendedMaintenance Schedule.

When towing a trailer, change oil in thetransmission more frequently. See theMaintenance Schedule.

Your NISSAN is covered by the followingemission warranties.

For US:

1) Emission Defects Warranty

2) Emissions Performance Warranty

For CANADA:

Emission Control System Warranty

Details of these warranties may be found withother vehicle warranties in your Warranty In-formation and Maintenance Log Booklet whichcomes with your NISSAN. If you did not re-ceive a Warranty Information and Mainte-nance Log Booklet or it becomes lost, you mayobtain a replacement by writing.

I Nissan North America, Inc. Consumer Af-fairs Department P.O. Box 191 Gardena.CA 90248-0191

I Nissan Canada Inc. 5290 Orbitor DriveMississauga, Ontario, L4W 4Z5

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If you believe that your vehicle hasa defect which could cause a crashor could cause injury or death, youshould immediately inform the Na-tional Highway Traffic Safety Ad-ministration (NHTSA) in addition tonotifying NISSAN.

If NHTSA receives similar com-plaints, it may open an investiga-tion, and if it finds that a safetydefect exists in a group of vehicles,it may order a recall and remedycampaign. However, NHTSA can-not become involved in individualproblems between you, your dealer,or NISSAN.

To contact NHTSA, you may eithercall the Auto Safety Hotline toll-freeat 1-800-424-9393 (or 366-0123 inWashington, D.C. area) or write to:NHTSA, U.S. Department of Trans-portation, Washington, D.C. 20590.You can also obtain other informa-tion about motor vehicle safety fromthe Hotline.

You may notify NISSAN by contact-ing our Consumer Affairs Depart-ment, toll-free, at 1-800-NISSAN-1.In Hawaii call (808) 836-0888.

Due to legal requirements in some states/areas, your vehicle may be required to be inwhat is called the “ready condition” for anInspection/Maintenance (I/M) test of the emis-sion control system.

The vehicle is set to the “ready condition”when it is driven through certain driving pat-terns. Usually, the ready condition can beobtained by ordinary usage of the vehicle.

If a powertrain system component is repairedor the battery is disconnected, the vehicle maybe reset to a not ready condition. Before takingthe I/M test, drive the vehicle through thefollowing pattern to set the vehicle to the readycondition.

WARNING

Always drive the vehicle in a safe andprudent manner according to traffic con-ditions, and obey all traffic laws.

1. Start the engine when the engine coolanttemperature gauge needle points to C. Al-low the engine to idle until the gauge needlepoints between the C and H (normal oper-ating temperature).

2. Accelerate the vehicle to 55 MPH (88

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km/h), then quickly release the acceleratorpedal completely and keep it released for atleast 6 seconds.

3. Quickly depress the accelerator pedal for amoment, then drive the vehicle at a speedof 53 to 60 MPH (86 to 96 km/h) for at least5 minutes.

4. Stop the vehicle.

5. Accelerate the vehicle to 35 MPH (55 km/h)and maintain the speed for 20 seconds.

6. Repeat steps 4 through 5 at least 3 times.

7. Accelerate the vehicle to 55 MPH (88 km/h)and maintain the speed for at least 3 min-utes.

8. Stop the vehicle and turn the engine off.

9. Repeat steps 1 through 8 at least one moretime.

If step 1 through 7 is interrupted, repeat thepreceding step. Any safe driving mode is ac-ceptable between steps. Do not stop the en-gine until step 7 is completed. If you cannot ordo not want to perform the driving pattern, aNISSAN dealer can conduct 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 in the2H position for I/M testing on a two wheeldynamometer.

WARNING

I If the transfer control lever is not inthe 2H position during the dynamom-eter I/M testing, the vehicle couldcome off the dynamometer and causeserious personal injury and/or bodydamage to the vehicle.

I Serious damage will occur to the4WD system if the transfer controllever is not in the 2H position.


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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 your Nissan dealership. Also avail-able are Genuine NISSAN Owner’s Manuals.

For current pricing and availability of a Genu-ine NISSAN Service Manual or GenuineNISSAN Owner’s Manual, contact:

In the US:

See your NISSAN dealer or contact:

Dyment Distribution Services20770 Westwood Dr.Strongsville OH 44136

In a hurry? Call 1-800-247-5321 and chargeyour purchase to Visa/Master Card.

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 SatisfactionCenter at 1-800-387-0122 and a bilingual

NISSAN representative will assist you.

Also available are Genuine NISSAN Serviceand Owner’s Manuals for older Nissan models.


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11 Index

A

ABS (Anti-lock brake system)......................... 5-26Air bag system (See supplemental restraintsystem) ........................................................... 1-16Air bag system, Side (See supplemental side airbag system) .................................................... 1-18Air bag warning labels .................................... 1-20Air bag warning light.............................. 1-21, 2-11Air cleaner housing filter ................................. 8-17Air conditioner

Air conditioner operation...................... 4-3, 4-9Air conditioner service ................ 4-3, 4-9, 4-11Air conditioner specificationlabel .......................................... 4-3, 4-9, 10-13Air conditioner system refrigerant andlubrication recommendations ............... 4-3, 4-9Heater and air conditioner (automatic) (if soequipped)..................................................... 4-9Heater and air conditioner controls............. 4-3Servicing air conditioner.............................. 4-3

Air conditioning system refrigerant and lubricantrecommendations ........................................... 10-8Air flow charts............................................ 4-6, 4-9Alcohol, drugs and driving ................................ 5-4AM-FM radio with cassette player .................. 4-12AM-FM radio with cassette player and compactdisc player....................................................... 4-12AM-FM radio with compact disc player .......... 4-12

Anchor point locationsTop tether strap......................................... 1-41

AntennaManual....................................................... 4-25Power ........................................................ 4-25

Anti-lock Brake System (ABS)........................ 5-26Anti-lock brake warning light............................. 2-9Appearance care

Exterior appearance care............................ 7-2Interior appearance care ............................. 7-3

Armrest ............................................................. 1-9Ashtray (See cigarette lighter ashtray) ........... 2-23ATP warning light ........................................... 2-10Audio system .................................................. 4-12Automatic

Automatic transmission fluid (ATF) ........... 8-10Driving with automatic transmission.......... 5-10Sunroof ...................................................... 2-33Transmission park warning light ............... 2-10Transmission selector lever lock release.. 5-13

Avoiding collision and rollover .......................... 5-4

B

Battery............................................................. 8-14Battery saver system................................. 2-18

Battery replacement, (See multi-remote controlsystem) ............................................................. 3-8

Before starting the engine ................................ 5-9Belts (See drive belts) .................................... 8-15Brake

Anti-lock brake system (ABS) ................... 5-26Brake and clutch fluid................................ 8-12Brake booster ............................................ 8-20Brake fluid ................................................. 8-12Brake pedal ............................................... 8-19Brake pedal check..................................... 8-19Parking brake check ........................ 5-16, 8-19Parking brake operation ............................ 5-16System....................................................... 5-26Warning light ............................................. 2-10

Break-in schedule ........................................... 5-19Bulb check/instrument panel ............................ 2-9Bulb replacement............................................ 8-24

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Capacities and recommended fuel/lubricants......................................................... 10-2Car phone ....................................................... 4-26Cargo (See vehicle loading information) ........ 2-30Cargo net ........................................................ 2-30Cassette player (See audio system) .............. 4-16Cassette tape operation ................................. 4-12Catalytic converter, Three way catalyst............ 5-3CB radio or car phone .................................... 4-26

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Child restraints................................................ 1-31Installation on front passenger seat.......... 1-42Installation on rear seat outboardpositions .................................................... 1-35Installation on rear seat center position.... 1-33Precautions on child restraints.................. 1-31Top tether strap anchor point locations .... 1-41With top tether strap.................................. 1-40

Child safety ..................................................... 1-24Child safety rear door lock................................ 3-4Chimes............................................................ 2-13Cigarette lighter (accessory) and ashtray....... 2-23Circuit breaker, Fusible link ............................ 8-21Cleaning exterior and interior .................... 7-2, 7-3Clutch

Clutch pedal .............................................. 8-21Fluid........................................................... 8-12

Clutch housing drain ( only) .................. 8-34Cold weather driving....................................... 5-28Compact Disc (CD) player (See audiosystem) ........................................................... 4-23Compact disc (CD) player operation .............. 4-12Compass display .............................................. 2-7Console box.................................................... 2-27Controls

Audio controls............................................ 4-12Audio controls (rear).................................. 4-12Audio controls (steering wheel)................. 4-12Heater and air conditioner controls............. 4-3Heater and air conditioner controls(automatic)................................................... 4-9

CoolantCapacities and recommended fuel/lubricants ................................................... 10-2

Changing engine coolant ............................ 8-6Checking engine coolant level .................... 8-5

Corrosion protection ......................................... 7-4Cruise control.................................................. 5-17Cup holders .................................................... 2-25

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Daytime running light system ......................... 2-19Defogger switch, Glass hatch and outside mirrordefogger switch............................................... 2-17Dimensions and weights............................... 10-10Door open warning light ................................. 2-11Drive belts ....................................................... 8-15Driving

Cold weather driving ................................. 5-28Driving with automatic transmission.......... 5-10Driving with manual transmission ............. 5-14On-pavement and offroad driving ............... 5-3Precautions when starting and driving........ 5-2Safety precautions....................................... 5-4

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Economy, Fuel ................................................ 5-20Emission control information label................ 10-12Emission control system warranty ................ 10-18Engine

Before starting the engine........................... 5-9Block heater .............................................. 5-29Capacities and recommended fuel/lubricants ................................................... 10-2

Changing engine coolant ............................ 8-6Changing engine oil .................................... 8-8Changing engine oil filter ............................ 8-9Checking engine coolant level .................... 8-5Checking engine oil level ............................ 8-7Coolant temperature gauge ........................ 2-4Engine compartment check locations ......... 8-4Engine cooling system ................................ 8-5Engine oil..................................................... 8-7Engine oil and oil filter recommendation... 10-6Engine oil viscosity.................................... 10-6Engine serial number .............................. 10-12Engine specifications................................. 10-9If your engine overheats ........................... 6-11Starting the engine ...................................... 5-9

Exhaust gas (Carbon monoxide) ...................... 5-2

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F.M.V.S.S. certification label......................... 10-12Filter, Air cleaner housing filter....................... 8-17Flashers (See hazard warning flasherswitch)............................................................. 2-21Flat tire.............................................................. 6-2Floor mat cleaning ............................................ 7-4Fluid

Automatic transmission fluid (ATF) ........... 8-10Brake and clutch fluid................................ 8-12Brake fluid ................................................. 8-12Capacities and recommended fuel/lubricants ................................................... 10-2Engine coolant............................................. 8-5Engine oil..................................................... 8-7

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Power steering fluid................................... 8-12Window washer fluid ................................. 8-13

Fog light switch............................................... 2-20Four wheel drive (4WD).................................. 5-20Front fog light switch ...................................... 2-20Front manual seat adjustment .......................... 1-2Fuel

Capacities and recommended fuel/lubricants ................................................... 10-2Filler cap.................................................... 3-12Filler lid ...................................................... 3-12Filler lid and cap........................................ 3-12Filler lid opener lever................................. 3-12Fuel economy............................................ 5-20Fuel octane rating ..................................... 10-4Fuel recommendation................................ 10-4Gauge.......................................................... 2-5

Fuses .............................................................. 8-21Fusible links .................................................... 8-21

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Garage door opener, Integrated HomeLinkUniversal Transceiver ..................................... 2-36Gas cap .......................................................... 3-12Gauge ............................................................... 2-3

Engine coolant temperature gauge............. 2-4Fuel gauge .................................................. 2-5Odometer..................................................... 2-3Speedometer ............................................... 2-3Tachometer ................................................. 2-4

General maintenance ....................................... 9-2

Glass hatch and outside mirror defoggerswitch .............................................................. 2-17Glass hatch lock ............................................. 3-11Glass hatch opener ........................................ 3-11Glasses case .................................................. 2-24Glove box........................................................ 2-26Glove box lock ................................................ 2-26

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Hazard warning flasher switch........................ 2-21Head restraints ................................................. 1-9Headlamps, (Bulb replacement) ..................... 8-25Headlights

(Bulb replacement) .................................... 8-25Headlight switch ........................................ 2-17

Heated seats................................................... 2-22Heater

Engine coolant heater ............................... 5-29Heater and air conditioner (automatic) (if soequipped)..................................................... 4-9Heater and air conditioner controls............. 4-3Heater operation.......................................... 4-3

HomeLink Universal Transceiver.................. 2-36Hood, release ................................................... 3-9Hook, Luggage hook ...................................... 2-28Horn ................................................................ 2-21How to stop alarm, Theft warning .................. 2-15

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Ignition switch ................................................... 5-6

Automatic transmission models .................. 5-6Key positions ....................................................Manual transmission models....................... 5-7

Immobilizer system ......................................... 2-15Indicator lights and chimes (See warning/indicator lights and chimes) ............................ 2-12Inside mirror .................................................... 3-14Inspection/maintenance (I/M) test................. 10-19Instrument panel ............................................... 2-2Integrated HomeLink UniversalTransceiver ..................................................... 2-36Interior lights ................................................... 2-34

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Jump starting .................................................... 6-9

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Keyless entry, (See multi-remote controlsystem) ............................................................. 3-5Keys .................................................................. 3-2

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Label, Air conditioner specification label ...... 10-13Label, Emission control information label..... 10-12Label, F.M.V.S.S. certification label.............. 10-12Labels

Air bag warning labels............................... 1-20Air conditioner specification label ........ 4-3, 4-9

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Engine serial number .............................. 10-12Vehicle identification number (VIN)......... 10-11

LightAir bag warning light ................................. 1-21Bulb replacement ...................................... 8-24Fog light switch ......................................... 2-20Headlamps (Bulb replacement)................. 8-25Headlight switch ........................................ 2-17Headlights (Bulb replacement) .................. 8-25Interior lights.............................................. 2-34Map lights .................................................. 2-34Personal lights........................................... 2-35Replacement ............................................. 8-24Spot lights.................................................. 2-34Vanity mirror light ...................................... 2-36Warning/indicator lights andchimes................................................ 2-9, 2-12

Loading information (See vehicle loadinginformation) ................................................... 10-13Lock

Door locks ................................................... 3-2Glass hatch lock........................................ 3-11Glove box lock........................................... 2-26Power door lock .......................................... 3-2Rear door lock............................................. 3-9Rear door opener ........................................ 3-9

Luggage hooks ............................................... 2-28Luggage rack .................................................. 2-31

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MaintenanceBattery ....................................................... 8-14

Explanation of maintenance items ............ 9-10General maintenance .................................. 9-2Inside the vehicle ........................................ 9-2Maintenance precautions ............................ 8-2Outside the vehicle...................................... 9-2Periodic maintenance schedules ................ 9-5Seat belt maintenance .............................. 1-31Under the hood and vehicle........................ 9-4

Manual front seat adjustment ........................... 1-2Map lights ....................................................... 2-34Meters and gauges........................................... 2-3Mirror

Inside mirror .............................................. 3-14Outside mirror............................................ 3-15Outside mirror control................................ 3-15Outside mirrors.......................................... 3-15

Multi-remote control system.............................. 3-5

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Net, Cargo net ................................................ 2-30New vehicle break-in ...................................... 5-19Nissan vehicle Immobilizer System................ 2-14Nissan vehicle immobilizer system enginestart ................................................................... 5-8

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Odometer .......................................................... 2-3Oil

Capacities and recommended fuel/lubricants ................................................... 10-2

Changing engine oil .................................... 8-8Changing engine oil filter ............................ 8-9Checking engine oil level ............................ 8-7Engine oil..................................................... 8-7Engine oil viscosity.................................... 10-6

Outside mirror ................................................. 3-15Outside mirror control ..................................... 3-15Outside mirrors ............................................... 3-15Outside temperature display............................. 2-6Overdrive switch ............................................. 5-13Overheat, If your vehicle overheats................ 6-11

P

ParkingBrake check............................................... 8-19Parking brake check.................................. 5-16Parking brake operation ............................ 5-16Parking on hills.......................................... 5-16

Parking/parking on hills .................................. 5-24Periodic maintenance schedules...................... 9-5Personal lights ................................................ 2-35Power

Power door lock .......................................... 3-2Power outlet .............................................. 2-23Power steering fluid................................... 8-12Power steering system.............................. 5-25Power windows ......................................... 2-32

Pre-tensioner seat belt system....................... 1-19Precautions

Braking precautions................................... 5-26Cruise control operations .......................... 5-19Cruise control precautions ........................ 5-17

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Driving safety............................................... 5-4Maintenance precautions..................... 8-2, 9-2On child restraints ..................................... 1-31On seat belt usage.................................... 1-23On supplemental restraint system ............ 1-10On-pavement and offroad drivingprecautions .................................................. 5-3Precautions when starting and driving........ 5-2

Push starting................................................... 6-11

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Rack, Luggage rack........................................ 2-31Radio, CB radio or car phone......................... 4-26Readiness for inspection/maintenance (I/M) test(USA only) .................................................... 10-19Rear door.......................................................... 3-9Rear door lock .................................................. 3-9

Child safety rear door lock .......................... 3-4Rear door opener ............................................. 3-9Rear power point ............................................ 2-23Rear seat adjustment ....................................... 1-6Rear window wiper and washer switch .......... 2-16Registering your vehicle in anothercountry .......................................................... 10-11Remote keyless entry, (See multi-remote controlsystem) ............................................................. 3-5Reporting safety defects (USA only) ............ 10-19Rollover............................................................. 5-4

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SafetyChild seat belts.......................................... 1-24Reporting safety defects (USA only)....... 10-19Towing safety .......................................... 10-17

SeatBelt extenders ........................................... 1-30Belt hook ................................................... 1-28Belt maintenance....................................... 1-31Belt warning light....................................... 1-22Belt warning light and chime..................... 2-11

Seat adjustmentFront manual seat adjustment .................... 1-2Rear seat adjustment .................................. 1-6

Seat belt(s)Child safety................................................ 1-24Infants and small children ......................... 1-24Injured persons.......................................... 1-25Larger children .......................................... 1-25Pre-tensioner seat belt system ................. 1-19Precautions on seat belt usage ................ 1-23Pregnant women ....................................... 1-25Seat belt cleaning........................................ 7-4Seat belts .................................................. 1-22Three-point type with retractor .................. 1-25Two-point type without retractor (rear centerlap belt)...................................................... 1-29

Seat(s), Seats ................................................... 1-2Seats, Heated seats ....................................... 2-22Security system (Nissan Vehicle ImmobilizerSystem), Engine start ..................................... 2-15Security systems (See theft warning)............. 2-14Servicing air conditioner................... 4-3, 4-9, 4-11

Shift lock release ............................................ 5-13Shifting

Automatic transmission ............................. 5-10Manual transmission ................................. 5-14

Shoulder belt height adjustment, For frontseats ............................................................... 1-28Side air bag system (See supplemental side airbag system) .................................................... 1-18Spare tire carrier ............................................. 3-10Spark plugs..................................................... 8-16Speedometer .................................................... 2-3Spot lights ....................................................... 2-34Starting

Before starting the engine........................... 5-9Jump starting............................................... 6-9Precautions when starting and driving........ 5-2Push starting ............................................. 6-11Starting the engine ...................................... 5-9

SteeringPower steering fluid................................... 8-12Power steering system.............................. 5-25Tilting steering wheel ................................ 3-13

Storage ........................................................... 2-24Sun shade....................................................... 2-34Sun visors ....................................................... 3-14Sunroof, Automatic sunroof ............................ 2-33Supplemental front air bag system................. 1-16Supplemental air bag warning labels ............. 1-20Supplemental air bag warning light....... 1-21, 2-11Supplemental restraint system ....................... 1-10

Precautions on supplemental restraintsystem ....................................................... 1-10

Supplemental side air bag system ................. 1-18

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SwitchFog light switch ......................................... 2-20Glass hatch and outside mirror defoggerswitch......................................................... 2-17Hazard warning flasher switch .................. 2-21Headlight switch ........................................ 2-17Ignition switch.............................................. 5-6Ignition switch automatic transmissionmodels ......................................................... 5-6Ignition switch manual transmissionmodels ......................................................... 5-7Overdrive switch........................................ 5-13Power door lock switch ............................... 3-4Turn signal switch ..................................... 2-20

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Tachometer....................................................... 2-4Temperature display ......................................... 2-6Temperature gauge, Engine coolant temperaturegauge ................................................................ 2-4Theft (Nissan Vehicle Immobilizer System),Engine start..................................................... 2-15Theft warning .................................................. 2-14Three way catalyst............................................ 5-3Tilting steering wheel ...................................... 3-13Tire, Flat tire ..................................................... 6-2Tires

Tire chains................................................. 8-30Tire placard ............................................. 10-13Tire pressure ............................................. 8-28Tire rotation ............................................... 8-30Type of tires .............................................. 8-29

wheel/tire size.......................................... 10-10Wheels and tires ....................................... 8-28

Tonneau cover................................................ 2-30Top tether strap child restraints...................... 1-40Towing

Tow truck towing ....................................... 6-12Towing a trailer........................................ 10-15Towing load/specification chart ............... 10-15Towing safety .......................................... 10-17

Trailer towing ................................................ 10-15Transceiver, Integrated HomeLink UniversalTransceiver ..................................................... 2-36Transfer case shifting procedures .................. 5-22Transmission

Automatic transmission fluid (ATF) ........... 8-10Driving with automatic transmission.......... 5-10Driving with manual transmission ............. 5-14Transmission selector lever lock release.. 5-13

Transmitter (See multi-remote controlsystem) ............................................................. 3-5Traveling or registering your vehicle in anothercountry .......................................................... 10-11Turn signal switch........................................... 2-20

U

Underbody cleaning.......................................... 7-3

V

Vanity mirror light............................................ 2-36

VehicleDimensions and weights ......................... 10-10Identification number (VIN) ..................... 10-11Loading information................................. 10-13

Vehicle recovery, (freeing a stuck vehicle)..... 6-15Ventilators ......................................................... 4-2

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WarningHazard warning flasher switch .................. 2-21Theft warning............................................. 2-14

Warning labels, Air bag warning labels .......... 1-20Warning light

Air bag warning light ........................ 1-21, 2-11Automatic transmission park warninglight .............................................................. 2-1Brake warning light.................................... 2-10Door open.................................................. 2-11Seat belt warning light and chime............. 2-11

Warning/indicator lights and chimes................. 2-9Warranty, Emission control systemwarranty ........................................................ 10-18Washer switch, Rear window wiper and washerswitch .............................................................. 2-16Washing ............................................................ 7-2Waxing .............................................................. 7-2Weights (See dimensions and weights) ....... 10-10Wheel/tire size .............................................. 10-10Wheels and tires............................................. 8-28

Cleaning aluminum alloy wheels................. 7-3Window washer fluid....................................... 8-13

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Window(s)Cleaning ...................................................... 7-3Power windows ......................................... 2-32

Windshield wiper and washer switch.............. 2-16Wiper

Blades........................................................ 8-18Rear window wiper and washer switch..... 2-16

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FUEL RECOMMENDATION:

Your vehicle is designed to operate on un-leaded gasoline with an octane rating of atleast 87 AKI (Anti-Knock Index) number (Re-search octane number 91).

CAUTION

Using a fuel other than that specifiedcould adversely affect the emission con-trol devices and systems, and couldalso affect the warranty coverage.

Under no circumstances should aleaded gasoline be used since this willdamage the three way catalyst.

For additional information, see “Capacities andrecommended fuel/lubricants” in the “10.Technical and consumer information” section.

ENGINE OIL RECOMMENDATION:

I API Certification Mark

I API grade SG/SH, Energy Conserving I & IIor API grade SJ, Energy Conserving.

I ILSAC grade GF-I & GF-II.

I SAE 5W-30 viscosity oil is preferred for allambient temperatures.

See “Capacities and recommendedfuel/lubricants” in the “10. Technical and con-sumer information” section for engine oil andoil filter recommendation.

COLD TIRE PRESSURES:

See the tire placard affixed to the glove box.

NEW VEHICLE BREAK-INPROCEDURESRECOMMENDATION:

During the first 1,000 miles (1,600 km) ofvehicle use, follow the recommendations out-lined in the “Break-in schedule” Informationfound in the “5. Starting and driving” section ofthis Owner’s Manual. Follow these recommen-dations for the future reliability and economy ofyour new vehicle. Failure to follow these rec-ommendations may result in vehicle damageor shortened engine life.

GAS STATION INFORMATION

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Engine coolant 8-5Engine oil 8-7

Power steering fluid 8-12

Brake fluid 8-12

Clutch fluid 8-13

Meters and gauges 2-3

Seat belt 1-22

Door lock 3-2

Rear door lock 3-9

Fuel 3-12, 10-2

Spare tire 6-3

Hood release 3-9

Window washer fluid 8-13

Battery 8-14

Automatic transmissionfluid 8-10

Air conditioner 4-3Audio system 4-12

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