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Foreword Welcome to the growing family of new NISSAN owners. This vehicle has been delivered to you with confidence. Your vehicle has been produced using the latest techniques and strict quality control. This manual has been prepared to help you understand the operation and maintenance of your vehicle so that you may enjoy many miles of driving pleasure. Please read through this manual before operating your vehicle. A separate Warranty Information and Maintenance Log Booklet explains details about the warranties covering your vehicle and vehicle maintenance schedules. Your NISSAN dealer knows your vehicle best. When you require any service or have any questions, he will be glad to assist you with the extensive resources available to him. IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION REMINDERS FOR SAFETY! Follow these five important driving rules to help ensure a safe and complete trip for you and your passengers! I NEVER drive under the influence of alcohol or drugs. I ALWAYS observe posted speed limits and never drive too fast for conditions. I ALWAYS use your seat belts and appropriate child re- straint systems. I ALWAYS provide information about the proper use of vehicle safety features to all occupants of the vehicle. I ALWAYS review this Owner’s Manual for important safety information. NOTES ON THE INFORMATION CONTAINED IN THIS OWNER’S MANUAL This owner’s manual contains descriptions and operating instruc- tions for all systems, features and optional equipment that might appear in any model of this vehicle built for any destination in North America, including the continental United States, Canada and Hawaii. Therefore, you may very well find information in this manual that does not apply to your vehicle. For descriptions specified for 4-wheel drive models, a mark is placed at the beginning of the applicable sections/items. ON-PAVEMENT AND OFF-ROAD DRIVING This vehicle will handle and maneuver differently from an ordinary passenger car, because it has a higher center of gravity for off-road use. As with other vehicles with features of this type, failure to operate this vehicle correctly may result in loss of control or an accident. Be sure to read “On-Pavement and Off-Road driving precau- tions” and “Avoiding collision and rollover” in the “Starting and driving” section of this manual.

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  • ForewordWelcome to the growing family of new NISSAN owners. This vehicle has been delivered to you with confidence. Your vehicle has been producedusing the latest techniques and strict quality control.This manual has been prepared to help you understand the operation and maintenance of your vehicle so that you may enjoy many miles of drivingpleasure. Please read through this manual before operating your vehicle.A separate Warranty Information and Maintenance Log Booklet explains details about the warranties covering your vehicle and vehicle maintenanceschedules.Your NISSAN dealer knows your vehicle best. When you require any service or have any questions, he will be glad to assist you with the extensiveresources available to him.

    IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATIONREMINDERS FOR SAFETY!Follow these five important driving rules to help ensure a safeand complete trip for you and your passengers!I NEVER drive under the influence of alcohol or drugs.I ALWAYS observe posted speed limits and never drive too

    fast for conditions.I ALWAYS use your seat belts and appropriate child re-

    straint systems.I ALWAYS provide information about the proper use of

    vehicle safety features to all occupants of the vehicle.I ALWAYS review this Owners Manual for important safety

    information.

    NOTES ON THE INFORMATION CONTAINED IN THISOWNERS MANUALThis owners manual contains descriptions and operating instruc-tions for all systems, features and optional equipment that mightappear in any model of this vehicle built for any destination inNorth America, including the continental United States, Canadaand Hawaii. Therefore, you may very well find information in thismanual that does not apply to your vehicle.For descriptions specified for 4-wheel drive models, a mark isplaced at the beginning of the applicable sections/items.ON-PAVEMENT AND OFF-ROAD DRIVINGThis vehicle will handle and maneuver differently from anordinary passenger car, because it has a higher center ofgravity for off-road use. As with other vehicles with features ofthis type, failure to operate this vehicle correctly may result inloss of control or an accident.Be sure to read On-Pavement and Off-Road driving precau-tions and Avoiding collision and rollover in the Starting anddriving section of this manual.

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  • MODIFICATION OF YOUR VEHICLEThis vehicle should not be modified. Modification could affectits performance, safety or durability, and may even violategovernmental regulations. In addition, damage or performanceproblems resulting from modification may not be covered underNISSAN warranties.

    All information, specifications and illustrations in this manual are thosein effect at the time of printing. NISSAN reserves the right to changespecifications or design without notice and without obligation.IMPORTANT INFORMATION ABOUT THIS MANUALYou will see various symbols in this manual. They are used in thefollowing ways:

    This is used to indicate the presence of a hazard that couldcause death or serious personal injury. To avoid or reducethe risk, the procedures must be followed precisely.

    This is used to indicate the presence of a hazard that couldcause minor or moderate personal injury or damage toyour vehicle. To avoid or reduce the risk, the proceduresmust be followed carefully.

    If you see this symbol, it means Do not do this or Do not let thishappen.

    1996 NISSAN MOTOR CO., LTD.TOKYO, JAPAN

    All rights reserved. No part of this Owners Manual may be reproduced or stored in aretrieval system, or transmitted in any form, or by any means, electronic, mechanical,photocopying, recording or otherwise, without the prior written permission of NissanMotor Co., Ltd.

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  • Welcome To The World Of NISSAN

    Your new Nissan is the result of our dedication toproduce the finest in safe, reliable and economi-cal transportation. Your vehicle is the product ofa successful worldwide company that manufac-tures cars and trucks in over 17 countries anddistributes them in 170 nations.Nissan vehicles are designed and manufacturedby Nissan Motor Co., Ltd. which was founded inTokyo, Japan in 1933, and Nissan affiliates worldwide, collectively growing to become the fifthlargest automaker in the world. In addition to carsand trucks, Nissan also makes textile machinery,fork-lift trucks, marine engines, boats and otherproducts.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 somecars and trucks at one of the worlds most

    modern 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 Motor Corporation U.S.A. and its dealersindirectly employ about 60,000 Americans.Nissan is also a substantial contributor to theCanadian economy. Nissan Canada Inc., its sup-pliers and over 170 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 services rang-ing from operation of port facilities and transpor-tation services, to the supply of lubricants, partsand 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 Nissan toyour dealer for maintenance, the service techni-cian will perform his work according to the qualitystandards that have been established by thefactory.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 belts every timeyou 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 PROGRAMNISSAN CARES ...Both NISSAN and your NISSAN dealer are dedicated to serving all your automotive needs. Your satisfaction with yourvehicle and your NISSAN dealer are our primary concerns. Your NISSAN dealer is always available to assist you with allyour automobile sales and service needs.

    However, if there is something that your NISSAN dealercan not assist you with or you would like to provideNISSAN directly with comments or questions, pleasecontact our (NISSANs) Consumer Affairs Departmentusing our toll-free number:For U.S. mainland customers

    1-800-NISSAN-1 (1-800-647-7261)For Hawaii customers

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

    1-800-387-0122The Consumer Affairs Department will ask for the following information: Your name, address, and telephone number Vehicle identification number (on dashboard) Date of purchase Current odometer reading Your NISSAN dealers name Your comments or questions

    OR

    You can write to NISSAN with the information on the leftat:

    For U.S. mainland and Alaska customersNissan Motor Corporation U.S.A.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.P.O. Box 1709, Station BMississauga, Ontario L4Y 4H6

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

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  • Contents Instruments and controlsPre-driving checks and adjustments

    Heater, air conditioner and audio system

    Starting and driving

    In case of emergency

    Appearance and interior care

    Do-it-yourself operations

    Maintenance schedule

    Technical and consumer information

    Index

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  • 1 Instruments and controls

    Meters and gauges ................................................. 1-3Speedometer and odometer .................................. 1-3Tachometer ............................................................ 1-4Engine coolant temperature gauge ........................ 1-4Fuel gauge ............................................................. 1-5Compass and outside temperature display(If so equipped) ....................................................... 1-5Clock ....................................................................... 1-8Warning/indicator light and buzzer .......................... 1-9Theft warning (If so equipped) .............................. 1-13Headlight and turn signal switch .......................... 1-15Windshield wiper and washer switch .................... 1-16Rear window wiper and washer switch ............... 1-17Rear window defroster switch .............................. 1-18Instrument brightness control ............................... 1-18Front fog light switch ............................................. 1-19Hazard warning flasher switch ............................. 1-19

    Heated seats (If so equipped) ............................... 1-20Cigarette lighter and ash trays ............................. 1-21Power socket ......................................................... 1-22Coin tray ................................................................ 1-22Cup holder ............................................................. 1-23Glasses case ......................................................... 1-24Console box .......................................................... 1-24Luggage board and box ........................................ 1-26Tonneau cover ...................................................... 1-26Power window ....................................................... 1-27Sunroof (if so equipped) ....................................... 1-29Interior light ........................................................... 1-30Spot light ............................................................... 1-31Vanity mirror light ................................................. 1-31Integrated HomeLink transmitter(If so equipped) ....................................................... 1-31

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  • Drivers supplemental air bag (P.2-23)

    Cruise controlset switch(P.4-14)

    Outside mirror remote control(P.2-42)

    Headlight/dimmer/turn signal switch (P.1-15)Front fog light switch (P.1-19)

    Meter/gauge (P.1-3)

    Windshield wiper/washer switch (P.1-16)Hazard warning flasher switch (P.1-19)

    Center ventilator (P.3-2)Heater/air conditioner control (P.3-3)

    Compass/outside air temperature display (P.1-5)Passenger supplemental air bag (P.2-23)

    Side ventilator (P.3-2)

    Glove box (P.2-10)

    Cigarette lighter (P.1-21)

    Radio/CD player (P.3-15)/clock (P.1-8)Rear window wiper/washer switch (P.1-17)

    Rear window/outside mirror defroster switch (P.1-18)Ignition switch/steering lock (P.4-5)

    Heated seat switch (P.1-20)Tilting steering wheel adjust lever (P.2-41)Hood release handle (P.2-9)

    Fuse box cover (P.7-21)Coin tray (P.1-22)

    Theft warning light (P.1-13)

    Cruise control main switch (P.4-14)

    Instrument brightness control(P.1-18)

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  • SpeedometerThe speedometer indicates vehicle speed.OdometerThe odometer records the total distance thevehicle has been driven.

    Trip odometerThe trip odometer records the distance ofindividual trips. Before each trip, set the tripodometer to zero by pushing the RESET knob.

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    METERS AND GAUGES SPEEDOMETER AND ODOMETER

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

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

    The gauge indicates the engine coolant tem-perature.The engine coolant temperature will vary withthe outside air temperature and driving condi-tions.

    If the gauge indicates over the normalrange, stop the vehicle as soon as safelypossible. If the engine is overheated,continued operation of the vehicle mayseriously damage the engine. See Incase of emergency section for immedi-

    ate action required.

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    TACHOMETER ENGINE COOLANTTEMPERATURE GAUGE

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  • 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.

    This unit is a display unit which possesses thefollowing functions:I Function to measure terrestrial magnetism

    and indicate heading direction of vehicleI Function to indicate outside air temperatureI Function to indicate caution for frozen road

    surfaces

    Outside temperature displayPush the switch when the ignition key is in theACC or ON position. The outside tempera-ture will 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 the

    freezing point, the display indicates ICE .

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    FUEL GAUGECOMPASS AND OUTSIDETEMPERATURE DISPLAY(If so equipped)

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

    I When the outside temperature is lowerthan 20F (30C) or higher than 158F(70C), the display shows only

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    though it is operating. This is not aproblem.

    I The outside temperature sensor isinstalled in the front of the radiator.The display may not indicate the pre-cise temperature due to the heat ofthe road and engine depending onthe direction of the wind and drivingconditions, etc.

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

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  • Compass displayPush the switch when the ignition key is in theACC or ON position. The direction will bedisplayed.Zone variation change procedureThe 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 sec-

    onds until the current zone entry number isdisplayed.

    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.

    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 compassdisplayThe compass display is equipped with auto-matic correction function. If the direction is notshown correctly, carry out manual correctionprocedure set out below.Manual correction procedure1. Push the switch for about 10 seconds. The

    direction bar starts blinking.2. Drive the vehicle slowly in an open and safe

    area. The initial correction is completedwhile turning one or two turns.

    In places where the terrestrial magnetismis extremely disturbed, the initial correc-tion procedure may start automatically.

    The digital clock displays time when the igni-tion key is in ACC or ON.If the power supply is disconnected, theclock will not indicate the correct time.Readjust the time.Clock set (Adjustment)Depressing the CLOCK and the or buttons together will set hours.Depressing the CLOCK and or buttons together will set minutes.

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    CLOCK

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  • Clock operationBy pressing the CLOCK button, you canalternate the clock and the radio/cassette tapeoptions in the display.

    Clock priority modeIn this mode the clock will be shown in thedisplay. If any radio or cassette tape functionsare activated, the radio, cassette or CD displaywill illuminate for ten seconds then return tothe clock mode.After clock adjustment, the radio is in theclock priority mode.

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  • Turn signal/hazard indicator lights Low washer fluid warning light(For Canada)Automatic transmission oil temperaturewarning light

    or Brake warning light 4-wheel drive indicator light or Malfunction indicator light

    High beam indicator light (Blue) CRUISE indicator light Door open warning light

    Seat belt reminder light and buzzer Anti-lock brake warning light(Except for Canada) Tire carrier open warning light

    Engine oil pressure warning light Anti-lock brake warning light(For Canada) Supplemental air bag warning light

    Charge warning light Overdrive off indicator light

    Low fuel warning light Automatic transmission park warning light

    Checking bulbsTurn the ignition key to ON without startingthe engine. The following lights will come on:

    , , or , 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.

    Turn signal/hazard indicatorlights

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

    or Brake warning lightThis light functions for both the parking brakeand the foot brake systems.

    Parking brake indicatorThe light comes on when the parking brake isapplied.Low brake fluid warningThe light warns of a low brake fluid level. If thelight comes on while the engine is running,stop the vehicle and perform the following:1. Check the brake fluid level. Add brake fluid

    as necessary. See Brake and clutch fluidin the Do-it-yourself operations section.

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  • 2. If the brake fluid level is correct:Have the warning system checked by aNISSAN dealer.

    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 could increase yourstopping distance and braking willrequire greater pedal effort as well aspedal travel.

    I If the level is below the MINIMUMmark on the brake fluid reservoir, donot drive until the brake system hasbeen checked at a NISSAN dealer.

    High beam indicator light(Blue)

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

    Seat belt reminder lightThe light and buzzer remind you to fasten seatbelts. The light illuminates whenever the igni-tion key is turned to ON, and will remainilluminated until the drivers seat belt is fas-tened. At the same time, the buzzer will soundfor about six seconds unless the drivers seatbelt is securely fastened.Refer to Seat belts in the Pre-driving checksand adjustments section for precautions onseat belt usage.

    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 Engine

    oil in the Do-it-yourself operations section.

    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.

    Charge warning lightIf the light comes on while the engine isrunning, it may indicate that there is somethingwrong with the charging system. Turn theengine off and check the alternator belt. If thebelt is loose, broken, missing or if the lightremains on, see your NISSAN dealer immedi-ately.

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

    Low fuel warning lightThis light comes on when the fuel in the tank isgetting low. Refuel as soon as it is convenient,preferably before the fuel gauge reaches E.There should be a small reserve of fuelremaining in the tank when the fuel gaugeneedle reaches E.

    Low washer fluid warninglight (For Canada)

    This light comes on when the washer fluid inthe washer tank is at a low level. Add washerfluid as necessary. See the Do-it- yourselfoperations section.

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

    CRUISE indicator lightThe 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.

    or Anti-lockbrake warninglight

    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.

    Overdrive off indicator lightThis light comes on when the overdrive switchis pushed in the OFF position.

    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 position, the transmis-sion will disengage and the wheel will not lock.Shift the transfer control lever into the 2H or4L position when the warning light comes on.I When parking, always make sure that the

    transfer lever is in H or 4L and theparking brake is set.

    I If the ATP light is ON, this indicates thatthe automatic transmission park positionwill not function and the transfer lever is inneutral.

    I Failure to engage the transfer control leverin H or 4L could result in the vehiclemoving unexpectedly, resulting in seriouspersonal injury or property damage.

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  • 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.Continued vehicle operation when the A/Toil temperature warning light is on maydamage the automatic transmission.

    or Malfunctionindicator light(MIL)

    If the Malfunction indicator light comes onsteady or blinks while the engine is running, itmay indicate a potential emission control prob-lem.The Malfunction indicator light will come on inone of two ways:I Malfunction indicator light on steady An

    emission control system malfunction hasbeen detected. Have the vehicle inspectedby an authorized NISSAN dealer. You donot need to have your vehicle towed to thedealer.

    I Malfunction indicator light 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 (72

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

    being hauled or towed.The malfunction indicator light 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.

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

    Some conditions may cause the malfunctionindicator light to come on steady or blink.

    Examples are as follows:I vehicle ran out of fuel, which caused the

    engine to misfire.I fuel filler cap was left off or improperly

    installed, allowing fuel to evaporate into theatmosphere.

    If you suspect that you experienced one orboth of the above conditions, drive the vehicleto an authorized NISSAN dealer and have thevehicle inspected. Avoid any unnecessary di-agnosis during the service by informing thedealer of the conditions listed above that mayhave occurred.

    Door open warning lightThis light comes on when any of the doorsand/or back door is not closed securely whilethe ignition key is ON.

    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.

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  • Supplemental air bag warninglight

    When the ignition key is in the ON orSTART position, the supplemental air baglight will illuminate for about 7 seconds andthen turn off. This means the system is opera-tional.If any of the following conditions occur, thesupplemental air bag needs servicing and yourvehicle must be taken to your nearest autho-rized NISSAN dealer.1. The supplemental air bag light goes off

    within 7 seconds.2. The supplemental air bag light flashes in-

    termittently or remains on. (after 7 seconds)3. The supplemental air bag light does not

    come on at all.Unless checked and repaired, the Supplemen-tal Restraint System may not function properly.For additional details on the Supplemental AirBag System, see Section 2.

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

    accident.

    Key reminder buzzerThe buzzer will sound when the driver sidedoor is opened if the key is left in the ignitionswitch. Take the ignition key when you leavethe vehicle.

    Light reminder buzzerA buzzer will sound if the drivers door isopened with the light switch on unless theignition key in the ON position. Turn the lightswitch off when you leave the vehicle.

    Brake pad wear warningThe 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 possibleif the warning sound is heard when the vehicleis moving, whether or not the brake pedal isdepressed.

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

    How to activate the theft warningsystem1. Close all windows.2. Remove the key from the ignition switch.3. Close and lock all doors, hood, back door

    and glass hatch. The doors can be lockedeither with or without the key.

    The system can be activated even if thewindows are open.

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  • 4. Confirm that the indicator light comes on.The light will glow for about 30 seconds andthen blink. The system is now activated. If,during this 30 second time period, the dooris unlocked by the key or multi-remotecontroller, or the ignition key is turned toACC, the system will not activate.

    I If the key is turned slowly when lockingthe door, the system may not activate.Furthermore, if the key is turned exces-sively to the unlock position, the systemmay be deactivated when the key isremoved. If the indicator light fails toglow for 30 seconds, unlock the dooronce and lock it again.

    I Even when the driver and/or passengersare in the vehicle, the system will acti-vate with all doors, hood and back doorlocked and ignition key off. Turn theignition key to ACC to turn the systemoff.

    Theft warning system operationThe warning system will give the followingalarm:I The headlights blink and the horn sounds

    intermittently. In addition, the starter motorwill not operate.

    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 door

    glass hatch without using the key or multi-remote controller. (Even if the door isopened by releasing the door inside lockknob, the alarm is activated.)

    I Opening the hood.

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  • How to stop alarmThe 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.

    LightingTurn the switch to the position:The side combination, tail, license plate andinstrument lights will come on.

    Turn the switch to the position:Headlights will come on and all the other lightsremain on.To select the high beam, push the lever for-ward. Pull it back to select the low beam.

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  • Daytime running light system(For Canada)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.Turn the headlight switch to the posi-tion for full 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.

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

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

    Turn signalMove the lever up or down to signal to theturning direction. When the turn is completed,the turn signals cancel automatically.Lane change signalTo indicate a lane change, move the lever upor down to the point where lights begin flash-ing.

    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.

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  • 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.

    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 thewindshield.

    To operate the wiper, push the switch to the side. This wiper operates intermit-tently. Push the switch to the side fully,this operates the wiper continuously.To operate the washer, hold the switch downto the side.Then the wiper will also operate several times.

    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 rear window is open.The rear window wiper will not operate ifthe rear window is closed with the wiperswitch ON. To operate the windowwiper, turn the switch to OFF and thento ON.

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

    In freezing temperatures the washer so-lution may freeze on the rear windowand obscure your vision. Warm the rearwindow with the defroster before youwash the rear window.

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    REAR WINDOW WIPER ANDWASHER SWITCH

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  • To defrost the rear window glass, start theengine and push the switch on. (The indicatorlight will come on.) Push the switch again toturn the defroster off.It will automatically turn off in approximately 15minutes. If the window clears before this time,push the switch off manually.

    When cleaning the inner side of the rearwindow, be careful not to scratch ordamage the rear window defroster.

    Outside heated mirror (if soequipped)The outside mirrors will be defrosted when therear window defroster switch is pushed.

    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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    REAR WINDOW DEFROSTERSWITCH

    INSTRUMENT BRIGHTNESSCONTROL

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  • 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.The headlights must be on for the fog lights tooperate.

    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.

    I When stalled or stopped on the road-way under emergency conditions,move the vehicle well off the road.

    I Do not use the switch while moving

    on the highway unless unusual cir-cumstances force you to drive soslowly that your vehicle might be-come a hazard to other traffic.

    I Turn signals do not work when theswitch is operating.

    The flasher can be actuated with the ignitionswitch either off or on.

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    FRONT FOG LIGHT SWITCH HAZARD WARNING FLASHERSWITCH

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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)

    position of the switch, as desired, depend-ing on the temperature. The indicator lightin the 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 vehicles interior is warmed orbefore you leave the vehicle, be sure to turnthe switch off.

    I Do not use the seat heater for a longtime or when no one is seated there.

    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 immediately wiped up witha dry cloth.

    I When cleaning the seat, never usebenzine, thinner, or any similar mate-rials.

    I If any abnormalities are found or theheating seat does not operate, turn

    the switch OFF and have the systemchecked by your NISSAN dealer.

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    HEATED SEATS (If so equipped)

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  • 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.Replace the lighter in its original position afteruse.

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

    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.

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    CIGARETTE LIGHTER AND ASHTRAYS

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  • I Take care as the socket and plug maybe hot during or immediately afteruse.

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

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

    I Use this power socket with the en-gine running. (If the engine isstopped, this could result in a dis-charged battery.)

    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.

    The coin tray should not be used whiledriving in order that full attention may begiven to the driving operation.

    Do not place valuable items in the tray.

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    POWER SOCKET COIN TRAY

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

    I Avoid abrupt starting and brakingwhen the cup holder is being used toprevent spilling the drink. If the liquid

    is 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.

    To open, push the cup holder.To close, fully push the cup holder.

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    CUP HOLDER

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  • The glasses case can be opened by pushingthe button.

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

    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.

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    SIC0688

    GLASSES CASE CONSOLE BOX

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  • 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 a sudden stop.

    Do not place valuable items in the centerconsole box.

    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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  • 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.

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

    I Never put anything on the tonneaucover, no matter how small. Any ob-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.

    I Properly secure all cargo to help pre-vent it from sliding or shifting. Do not

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    LUGGAGE BOARD AND BOX TONNEAU COVER

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  • place cargo higher than the seat-backs. In a sudden stop or collision,unsecured cargo could cause per-sonal injury.

    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 become

    involved 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.

    Locking passengers windowWhen 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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    POWER WINDOW

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

    Automatic operationTo 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.

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  • The sunroof will only operate when the ignitionkey is in the ON position.Sliding the sunroofTo open the roof, keep pressing the switch tothe side.To close the roof, keep pressing the switch tothe side.

    Tilting the sunroofTo tilt up, first close the sunroof, then keeppushing the side of the tilt switch.

    To tilt down the sunroof, keep pushing the side.

    Sun shadeOpen/close the sun shade by sliding itbackward/forward.

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

    I In an accident you could be thrownfrom the vehicle through an opensunroof. Always use seat belts andchild restraints properly.

    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 isclosing.

    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.

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    SIC0561

    SUNROOF (If so equipped)

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  • If the sunroof does not closeHave your NISSAN dealer check and repairthe sunroof.

    The interior light has a three-position switch.The interior light will operate regardless ofignition key position.I When the switch is in the OFF position,

    the interior light will not illuminate, regard-less of door position.

    I When the switch is in the center q posi-tion, the light will illuminate when a door isopened.

    I When the switch is in the ON position, theinterior light will illuminate, whether anydoor is open or closed.

    Leaving the interior light switch in theON position for extended periods oftime will result in a discharged battery.

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    INTERIOR LIGHT

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  • Do not use for extended periods of timewith the engine stopped. This could re-sult in a discharged battery.

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

    The Integrated HomeLink Transmitter pro-vides a convenient way to consolidate thefunctions of up to three individual hand-heldtransmitters into one built-in device.

    THE INTEGRATED HomeLinkTRANSMITTER:I will operate garage doors, gates, home/

    office lighting systems and security sys-tems by storing and transmitting the pro-gramming information of your current hand-held transmitters.

    I is built-in and powered by your vehiclesbattery and charging system. No separatebatteries are necessary.

    Do not use this Integrated HomeLinkTransmitter with any garage dooropener that lacks safety stop and re-verse features as required by federalsafety standards (these standards be-came effective for models manufacturedafter April 1, 1982). A garage dooropener which cannot detect an objectin the path of a closing garage door andthen automatically stop and reverse thedoor, does not meet current federal

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    SPOT LIGHT VANITY MIRROR LIGHT INTEGRATED HomeLinkTRANSMITTER (If so equipped)

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  • safety standards. Using a garage dooropener without these features increasesthe risk of serious injury or death.

    PROGRAMMING THE HomeLinkTRANSMITTER

    During the programming procedureyour garage door or security gate willopen and close (if the transmitter iswithin range). Make sure that people orobjects are clear of the garage door,gate, etc. that you are programming.Your vehicles engine should be turnedoff while programming your transmitter.

    The Integrated HomeLink Transmittermay not work with older garage dooropeners that do not meet current Fed-eral Consumer Safety Standards.

    1. Test the Integrated HomeLink Transmitterby pressing any button. The red indicatorlight should come on. If you have previouslyprogrammed a button proceed to step 3.

    2. Clear all channels on the IntegratedHomeLink Transmitter by holding downboth outside buttons (#1 & #3) until the redlight begins to flash rapidly (approximately20 seconds). Then release both buttons.

    3. Select which of the three IntegratedHomeLink Transmitter buttons you want toprogram.

    4. Hold your hand-held transmitter against thebottom surface of the IntegratedHomeLink Transmitter so that you can stillsee the red indicator light.

    5. Press the desired button until the red indi-cator light flashes slowly. Do not releasethe button. Continue holding and press thehand-held transmitter button through step6.

    6. Hold down both buttons until the red indi-cator light on the Integrated HomeLink

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  • Transmitter flashes rapidly (This may take 1to 90 seconds). Then release both buttons.The rapid flashing means that the transmit-ter has been successfully programmed tomatch your hand-held transmitter. You cannow use the Integrated HomeLink Trans-mitter instead of your hand-held transmitter.

    Note to Canadian users:Prior to 1992, D.O.C. regulations requiredmany hand-held transmitters to stop transmit-ting after one or two seconds, even though youcontinue to hold down the button. If you thinkyou have one of these hand-held transmitters,you should press and re-press the transmitterbutton every 2 seconds without ever releasingthe integrated HomeLink Transmitter button.The indicator light on the IntegratedHomeLink Transmitter should blink rapidlyindicating a successful programming proce-dure. If it returns to the slow blink of programmode, continue to periodically reactivate yourhand-held transmitter until a successful pro-gramming procedure is indicated by the rapidlyflashing indicator light.

    OPERATING THE TRANSMITTERTo operate, simply press the appropriate but-ton on the Integrated HomeLink Transmitter.The red indicator light illuminates while thesignal is being transmitted. The effective trans-mission range of the Integrated HomeLinkTransmitter may differ from your hand-heldtransmitter.

    PROGRAMMING PROBLEMDIAGNOSISBe sure to keep your original hand-held trans-mitter for possible reprogramming if neces-sary.I Make sure batteries in the hand-held trans-

    mitter are fully charged.I Hold your hand-held transmitter against the

    bottom surface of the IntegratedHomeLink Transmitter so that you can stillsee the red indicator light.

    I Hold buttons for duration of the program-ming without interruption.

    I Rotate your hand-held transmitter end-over-end and program again. For best re-sults, place the end opposite the batterycompartment against the IntegratedHomeLink Transmitter when program-ming.

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  • ROLLING CODES (If so equipped)If your hand held transmitter appears to train tothe HomeLink Transmitter, but does not openyour garage door, and your garage dooropener was manufactured after 1995, yourgarage door opener may have a Code Pro-tected or Rolling Code feature. This type ofsystem will change the code of your garagedoor opener every time you open or close yourgarage door.To determine if you have one of these sys-tems, depress the button on the HomeLinkTransmitter that you have just programmed. Ifthe LED on the HomeLink Transmitter

    flashes rapidly for 1 to 2 seconds, then re-mains on, your garage door opener has arolling code system.To operate your Rolling Code garage dooropener from your HomeLink Transmitter, fol-low these steps:1. Program your hand held transmitter to the

    HomeLink Transmitter by following theprocedures outlined above (if not yet pro-grammed).

    2. Program your garage door opener receiverto recognize your HomeLink Transmitter(The HomeLink Transmitter follows thesame procedure to train to the receiver asyour hand held transmitter did when it wasfirst installed):a) Remove the cover panel from your ga-

    rage door opener receiver. The receivershould be located by the garage dooropener motor.

    b) Locate the training button on the garagedoor opener receiver. The exact locationand color of the button may vary bygarage door opener brand. If you havedifficulty locating the training button, ref-erence your garage door openermanual. If you have difficulty program-ming your garage door opener equipped

    with a rolling code system to recognizethe HomeLink Transmitter with theRolling Code feature, call NISSANConsumer Affairs Department.

    c) Press the training button on the garagedoor opener receiver for 1 to 2 seconds.

    d) Return to the HomeLink Transmitter inthe vehicle, and depress the pro-grammed HomeLink button for the du-ration of the fast blink on the HomeLinkTransmitter (1 to 2 seconds). Releasethe button, and re-press to confirm thatthe system has trained.

    e) Your garage door opener should nowrecognize your HomeLink Transmitter.You may use either your HomeLinkTransmitter or your original hand heldtransmitter to open your garage door.

    CLEARING THE PROGRAMMINGINFORMATIONShould you sell your vehicle, be sure to clearthe channels of the Integrated HomeLinkTransmitter. To clear the channels, simulta-neously hold down the outside two buttons (#1& #3) until the red indicator light begins to flashrapidly (approximately 20 seconds). This willclear all three buttons. Individual buttons can-not be cleared, but can be reprogrammed at

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  • any time by following the programming proce-dures described above.

    IF YOUR VEHICLE IS EVERSTOLENIf your vehicle has been stolen, you shouldchange the codes of any device thatwas programmed into the IntegratedHomeLink Transmitter as soon as possible.Consult the owners manual of each device, orcall the manufacturer or dealer of those de-vices.

    When your vehicle is recovered, youwill have to reprogram the IntegratedHomeLink Transmitter with your newtransmitter 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 expressly

    approved by the party responsible for com-pliance could void the users authority tooperate the device.DOC: ISTC 1763K1313FCC I.D.: CB2V67690

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  • MEMO

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  • 2 Pre-driving checks and adjustments

    Key ......................................................................... 2-2Door locks .............................................................. 2-2Multi-remote control system (If so equipped) ......... 2-4Battery replacement ................................................ 2-6Spare tire carrier .................................................... 2-7Back door locks ....................................................... 2-8Rear window locks .................................................. 2-8Hood release .......................................................... 2-9Glove box lock ..................................................... 2-10Fuel filler lid lock .................................................. 2-10Fuel filler cap ....................................................... 2-11Front seats ........................................................... 2-12Rear seats ............................................................ 2-16Supplemental restraint system(Supplemental air bag system) ............................ 2-19

    Warning labels ...................................................... 2-25Supplemental air bag warning light ..................... 2-25Seat belts ............................................................. 2-27Child restraints for infants andsmall children ....................................................... 2-34Tilting steering wheel ........................................... 2-41Sunvisors ............................................................... 2-42Outside mirror control .......................................... 2-42Outside mirrors .................................................... 2-43Inside mirror ......................................................... 2-44Luggage net .......................................................... 2-44Luggage hooks........................................................ 2-45Luggage rack ........................................................ 2-46

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  • The key can only be inserted fully in theignition key cylinder. For the door, back doorand glove box key cylinders, it is normal for thekey not to go into the key cylinder all the way.Record the key number on the key numberplate and keep it in a safe place (such as yourwallet), NOT IN THE CAR. A key number plateis supplied with your key. Keep the plate in asafe place. NISSAN does not record key num-bers so it is very important to keep track ofyour key number plate. A key number is onlynecessary when you have lost all keys and donot have one to duplicate from. If you still havea key, this key can be duplicated by yourNISSAN dealer or a lock smith shop.

    Locking doors with keyTo lock the door, turn the key towards the frontof the vehicle. To unlock, turn it towards therear.

    Locking doors without keyTo lock from the outside without a key, movethe inside lock knob to the LOCK position.Then close the door.When locking the door this way, be certain notto leave the key inside the vehicle.

    I Always have the doors locked whiledriving. Along with the use of seatbelts, this provides greater safety inthe event of an accident by helping to

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  • prevent 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.

    CHILD SAFETY REAR DOORLOCKChild 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.

    POWER DOOR LOCKThe power door lock system allows you to lockor unlock all doors simultaneously.Operating the lock-unlock switch will lock orunlock all doors including the back door.

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

    I Do not leave children unattended in-side the vehicle. They may unknow-ingly activate switches or controls.

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  • Unattended children could becomeinvolved in serious accidents.

    It is possible to lock/unlock all doors includingthe back door.Be sure to remove the key from the vehiclebefore locking the doors and leaving it.The remote controller can operate at a dis-tance of approximately 49 ft (15 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.

    Listed below are conditions or occur-rences which will damage the remotecontroller.

    I Do not allow the remote controller tobecome wet.

    I Do not drop the remote controller.I Do not strike the remote controller

    sharply against another object.I Do not place the remote controller for

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

    Locking doors1. Remove the ignition key.2. Close all the doors.3. Push the button on the multi-remote

    controller.4. All the doors will lock.5. The hazard indicator flashes twice.I When the button is pushed with all

    doors locked, the hazard indicator flashestwice as a reminder that the doors arealready locked.

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  • Unlocking doors1. Push the button on the multi-

    remote controller.2. Only the driver side door will unlock. Push

    the button on the multi-remote con-

    troller again within 5 seconds.3. All doors will unlock.4. The interior light will stay on for 30 seconds

    when the interior light switch is in the centerq position.

    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 or by pushing the inte-rior light button.

    Using the panic alarmIf you are near your vehicle and feel threat-ened, you may activate the alarm to call atten-tion as follows:1. Push the button on the remote

    controller for longer than 1.5 seconds.2. The theft warning alarm and headlights will

    stay on for 30 seconds.3. The alarm will stop when any of the key

    functions are used. For example, when the or the button is pushed, or the button is pushed for longer than1.5 seconds on the multi-remote controller,the panic alarm function will be cancelled.

    The remote controller will not function.I When the key is inserted into the key

    switch.I When the battery in the remote control-

    ler is dead.I The distance between the remote con-

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  • troller and vehicle is more than approx.49 ft (15 m).

    I When one of the doors is ajar, only theunlock function can be operated.

    Replace the two batteries as follows:1. Remove the screw and open the lid.2. Replace the batteries with new ones. Insert

    the batteries as illustrated above.Recommended batteries: Sanyo CR2016or equivalent.

    3. Close the lid securely and install the screw.4. Press the button, then the

    button two or three times to check themulti-remote controller operation.

    If the batteries are removed for any reason

    other than replacement, perform step 4above.I An improperly disposed battery can hurt

    the environment. Always confirm localregulations for battery disposal.

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

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

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    BATTERY REPLACEMENT

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  • FCC Notice:Changes or modifications not expresslyapproved by the manufacturer compliancecould void the users authority to operatethe equipment.This device complies with Part 15 of theFCC Rules and RSS-210 of IndustryCanada. Operation is subject to the follow-ing two conditions: (1) This device may notcause harmful interference and (2) this de-vice must accept any interference received,including interference that may cause un-desired operation of the device.

    When opening the back 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.

    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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    SPARE TIRE CARRIER

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  • 1. Turn the key counterclockwise to unlock theback door.

    2. Pull the opener handle to open the backdoor.

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

    I Always check the back door has beenclosed securely to prevent it fromopening while driving.

    I Do not drive with the back door open.

    This could allow dangerous exhaustgases to be drawn into the vehicle.See Exhaust gas in the Startingand driving section.

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

    Do not drive with the rear window open.This could allow dangerous exhaustgases to be drawn into the vehicle. SeeExhaust gas in the Starting and driv-ing section.

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  • Do not open the rear window unless thewiper is in the stowed position.

    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.

    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 coming

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  • from the engine compartment, toavoid injury, do not open the hood.

    The glove box may be opened by turning thekey as shown.

    Keep glove box lid closed while drivingto prevent injury in an accident or duringa sudden stop.

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

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

    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 anddo 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 preventfuel from spraying out and possiblepersonal injury. Then remove the cap.

    I Use only a genuine NISSAN fuel fillercap as a replacement. It has a built-insafety valve needed for proper opera-tion of the fuel system and emissioncontrol system. An incorrect cap canresult in a serious malfunction andpossible injury.

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

    If the fuel filler cap is not tightened prop-erly, the Malfunction indicator light (MIL)may come on.

    Put the fuel filler cap on the cap holder whilerefueling.

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  • Do not ride in a moving vehicle when theseatback is reclined. This can be dan-gerous. The shoulder belt will not beagainst your body. In an accident youcould be thrown into it and receive neckor other serious injuries. You could alsoslide under the lap belt and receive se-rious internal injuries.For most effective protection when the

    vehicle is in motion, the seat should beupright. Always sit well back in the seatand adjust the seat belt properly. SeePrecautions on seat belt usage later inthis chapter.

    SEAT ADJUSTMENT

    I Do not adjust the drivers 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 backwardPull the lever up while you slide the seatforward or backward to the desired position.Release the lever to lock the seat in position.RecliningTo 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 (Drivers seat)Turn either dial to adjust the angle and heightof the seat cushion to the desired position.

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  • POWER SUPPORT SEAT

    I Do not adjust the drivers seat whiledriving in order that full attention maybe given to the driving operations.

    I Do not leave children unattended in-side the vehicle. They could unknow-ingly activate switches and controls.

    Operating tipsI 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 seatfor a long period of time when the engine isoff. This will discharge the battery.

    Forward and backwardMoving the switch forward or backward willslide the seat forward or backward to thedesired position.

    RecliningMove the recline switch backward until thedesired angle is obtained. To bring the seatback forward again, move the switch forwardand move your body forward. The seat backwill move forward.

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  • Seat lifter (Drivers seat)Push the front or rear end of the switch up ordown to adjust the angle and height of the seatcushion.

    Lumbar support (Drivers seat)Turn the lever forward or backward to adjustthe seat lumbar area.

    HEAD RESTRAINT

    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.

    Adjust the top of the head restraints level withthe top of your ears.To raise the head restraint, just pull it up. To

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  • lower, push the lock knob and push the headrestraint down.

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

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  • Folding1. Remove the head restraints.2. Pull the strap forward and fold the seat

    cushion up.3. Pull the lever and pull the seatback forward

    to fold it down.4. When resetting the seat, be sure to install

    the head restraints.

    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 not

    equipped with seats and seat belts.I Be sure everyone in your vehicle is in

    a seat and using a seat belt properly.I Head restraints should be adjusted

    properly 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.

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

    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 lap

    belt 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 Precautions onseat belt usage later in this chapter.

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

    Center armrestPull the armrest forward and lay it horizontal.

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  • This Supplemental Restraint System sectioncontains important information concerning thedriver and passenger supplemental air bags.The Supplemental Restraint System Air Bagcan help reduce impact force to the driver andto the front passenger in certain frontal colli-sions. The supplemental air bags are designedto supplement the crash protection providedby the driver and passenger seat belts and arenot a substitute for them. The seat beltsshould always be correctly worn and the driverand front passenger seated a suitable distanceaway from the steering wheel and instrumentpanel. (See Seat belts for instructions andprecautions on seat belt usage.)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. I The supplemental air bags ordinarily

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

    I The seat belts and the supplementalair bags are most effective when you

    are sitting back and upright in theseat. Supplemental air bags inflatewith great force. If you are unre-strained, leaning forward, sittingsideways or out of position in anyway, you are at greater risk of injuryor death in a crash and may alsoreceive serious or fatal injuries fromthe supplemental air bag if you are upagainst it when it inflates. Always sitback against the seatback and as faraway as practical from the steering

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  • wheel or instrument panel. Alwaysuse the seat belts.

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

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    I Never let children ride unrestrained.Do not attempt to hold them in yourlap or arms. Some examples of dan-gerous riding positions are shown inthe previous illustrations.

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

    I Also, never install a rear-facing child

    restraint in the front seat. An inflatingsupplemental air bag could seriouslyinjury or kill your child. See Childrestraints for infants and small chil-dren for details.

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  • Supplemental air bag systemThe 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. Thesupplemental air bag system is designed toinflate in higher severity frontal collisions, al-though it may inflate if the forces in anothertype of collision are similar to those of a higherseverity frontal impact. It may not inflate incertain frontal collisions. Vehicle damage (orlack of it) is not always an indication of propersupplemental air bag operation.When the supplemental air bag inflates, a fairly

    loud noise may be heard, followed by releaseof smoke. This smoke is not harmful and doesnot indicate a fire, but care should be taken notto inhale it, as it may cause irritation andchoking. Those with a history of breathingtrouble should get fresh air promptly.Supplemental air bags, along with the use ofseat belts, help to cushion the impact force onthe face and chest of the occupant. They canhelp save lives and reduce serious injuries.However, an inflating supplemental air bagmay cause facial abrasions or other injuries.Supplemental air bags do not provide restraintto 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 air baginflates quickly in order to help protect theoccupant, the force of the supplemental airbag inflating can increase the risk of injury ifthe occupant is too close to or is against thesupplemental air bag module during inflation.The supplemental air bag will deflate quicklyafter a collision.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.

    I Do not attach any objects to thesteering wheel pad and to the instru-ment panel. Also, do not place anyobjects between any occupant andthe steering wheel or instrumentpanel. Such objects may becomedangerous projectiles and cause in-jury if the supplemental air bag in-flates.

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

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

    I Do not make unauthorized changesto your vehicles electrical system,suspension system or front endstructure. This could affect properoperation of the supplemental air bagsystem.

    I Tampering with the supplemental airbag system may result in seriouspersonal injury. Tampering includeschanges to the steering wheel andthe instrument panel assembly byplacing material over the steeringwheel pad and above the dashboard,or by installing additional trim mate-rial around the supplemental air bagsystem.

    I Work around and on the supplemen-tal air bag system should be done byan authorized NISSAN dealer. Instal-lation of electrical equipment shouldalso be done by an authorizedNISSAN dealer. The SRS wiring har-nesses* should not be modified ordisconnected. Unauthorized electri-cal test equipment and probing de-vices should not be used on thesupplemental air bag system.

    * SRS wiring harnesses are coveredwith yellow insulation either just be-fore the harness connectors or forthe complete harness, for easyidentifi-cation.

    When selling your vehicle, we request thatyou inform the buyer about the supplemen-tal air bag system and guide the buyer tothe appropriate sections in this OwnersManual.

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  • Warning labels about the supplemental air bagsystem are placed in the vehicle.

    The supplemental air bag light, displaying AIRBAG in the instrument panel, monitors thecircuits of the supplemental air bag. The cir-cuits monitored by the supplemental air baglight are the diagnosis sensor unit, supplemen-tal air 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 offafter about 7 seconds if the system is opera-tional.

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  • If any of the following conditions occurs, thesupplemental air bag needs servicing.1. The supplemental air bag light goes off

    within 7 seconds.2. The supplemental air bag light flashes in-

    termittently or remains on (after 7 seconds).3. The supplemental air bag light does not

    come on at all.Under these conditions, the Supplemental Re-straint System Air Bag may not operate prop-erly. It must be checked and repaired. Takeyour vehicle to the nearest authorized NISSANdealer.

    If the supplemental air bag warning lightis on, it could mean that the supplemen-tal air bag will not operate in anaccident.

    Repair and replacement procedureThe supplemental air bag system is designedto inflate on a one-time-only basis. As a re-minder, unless it is damaged, the supplemen-tal air bag light will remain illuminated afterinflation has occurred. Repair and replace-

    ment of the supplemental air bag systemshould be done only by authorized NISSANdealers.To ensure long-term functioning, the sys-tem 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 air bag system andrelated parts should be pointed out to theperson conducting the maintenance. The igni-tion key should always be in the LOCKposition when working under the hood or in-side the vehicle.

    I Once the supplemental air bag hasinflated, the supplemental air bagmodule will not function again andmust be replaced. The supplementalair bag module should be replaced byan authorized NISSAN dealer. Thesupplemental air bag module cannotbe repaired.

    I The supplemental air bag systemshould be inspected by an authorized

    NISSAN dealer if there is any damageto the front end portion of the vehicle.

    I If you need to dispose of a supple-mental air bag or scrap the vehicle,contact an authorized NISSAN dealer.Correct supplemental air bag dis-posal procedures are set forth in theappropriate NISSAN Service Manual.Incorrect disposal procedures couldcause personal injury.

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  • PRECAUTIONS ON SEAT BELTUSAGEYour 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.Some states, provinces or territories re-quire that seat belts be worn at all timeswhen a vehicle is being driven.

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  • 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 system and increase thechance or severity of injury in anaccident. 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, NOTTHE WAIST. A lap belt worn too highcould increase the risk of internal

    injuries in an accident.I Be sure the seat belt tongue is se-

    curely fastened to the proper buckle.I Do not wear the belt inside out or

    twisted. 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-hicle than there are seat belts.

    I If the seat belt warning lamp glowscontinuously while the ignition isturned ON with all doors closedand all seat belts fastened, it mayindicate a malfunction in the system.Have the system checked by yourNISSAN dealer.

    I All seat belt assemblies including re-tractors and attaching hardwareshould be inspected by your NISSANdealer after any collision. 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 SAFETYChildren need adults to help protect them.

    Infants and children need special pro-tection. The vehicles 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 orfatal injury. Always use appropriatechild restraints.

    All U.S. states and provinces of Canada re-quire the use of approved child restraints forinfants and small children. (See Child re-straints for infants and small children later inthis section.)In addition, there are many types of child

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  • restraints available for larger children whichshould be used for maximum protection.

    Infant or small childNISSAN recommends that infants or smallchildren be placed in child restraints that com-ply with Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Stan-dards or Canadian Motor Vehicle Safety Stan-dards. You should choose a child restraint thatfits your vehicle and always follow the manu-facturers instructions for installation and use.

    ChildrenChildren who are too large for child restraintsshould be seated and restrained by the seatbelts which are provided.NISSAN recommends that children sit in therear seat if possible. According to accidentstatistics, children are safer when properlyrestrained in the rear seat than in the frontseat.

    If the childs 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 the

    vehicle 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.

    Never let a child stand or kneel on anyseat and do not allow a child in the cargoareas while the vehicle is moving. Thechild could be seriously injured or killedin an accident.

    Pregnant womenNISSAN recommends that pregnant womenuse seat belts. Contact your doctor for specificrecommendations. The lap belt should beworn snug and positioned as low as possiblearound the hips, not the waist.

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

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  • 3-POINT TYPE WITH RETRACTOR

    Every person who drives or rides in thisvehicle should wear a seat belt at alltimes.

    Fastening the belts1. Adjust the seat.

    Do not ride in a moving vehicle when theseatback is reclined. This can be dan-gerous. The shoulder belt will not beagainst your body. In an accident youcould be thrown into it and receive neckor other serious injuries. You could alsoslide under the lap belt and receive se-rious internal injuries.For most effective protection when thevehicle is in motion, the seat should beupright. Always sit well back in the seatand adjust the seat belt properly.

    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 on the

    hips as shown.4. Pull the shoulder belt portion toward the

    retractor to take up extra slack.The front seat passenger side seat belt andrear 3-point seat belts have a cinching mecha-nism for child seat installation. It is referred toas the automatic locking mode.

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  • When the cinching mechanism is activated theseat belt cannot be withdrawn again until theseat belt tongue is detached from the buckleand fully retracted. Refer to Child RestraintSystems for Infants and Small Children laterin this section for more information.The automatic locking mode should beused only for child seat installation. Duringnormal seat belt use by a passenger, thelocking mode should not be activated. If itis activated it may cause uncomfortableseat belt tension.

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

    Checking seat belt operationYour seat belt retractors are designed to lockbelt movement by two separate methods:1) When the belt is pulled quickly from the

    retractor.

    2) 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.

    Shoulder belt height adjustmentThe shoulder belt anchor height should beadjusted to the position best suited for you(see Precautions on Seat Belt Usage). Toadjust, squeeze the release buttons, thenmove it to the desired position so that the beltpasses over the shoulder.

    I After adjustment, release the buttonand check that it does not move upand down to make sure the shoulder

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  • belt anchor is securely fixed in posi-tion.

    I The shoulder belt anchor heightshould be adjusted to snug fit.Failure to do so may reduce the effec-tiveness of the entire restraint systemand increase the chance or severityof injury in an accident.

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

    2-POINT TYPE WITHOUTRETRACTOR (Center position ofrear seat)Selecting correct set of beltsThe center seat belt buckle and tongue areidentified by the CENTER mark. The centerseat belt tongue can be fastened only into thecenter seat belt buckle.

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  • Fastening the belts1. Slowly pull the seat belt out of the retractor

    and insert the tongue into the bu