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2003 Nissan Altima Owners Manual

1. 9 12 Vehicle recovery aaao 6 11 6 12 Vehicle security system 2 12 4 12 Vehicle security system Nissan vehicle immobilizer system engine start 2 12 3 2 5 5 Ventilators aoao a a 4 2 10 5 Ww Warning Air bag warning light 1 20 2 10 Anti lock brake warning light 2 8 Battery charge warning light 2 9 Brake warning light 2 9 Door open warning light 2 9 Engine oil pressure warning light 2 9 Hazard warning flasher switch 2 24 Low fuel warning light 2 9 Low washer fluid warning light 2 10 Seat belt warning light aaau aaa 2 9 Vehicle security system 2 12 4 12 Warning labels for SRS 1 20 Warning indicator lights and audible FOMINGGlS o s aaa oa ea 4 8 a o i 2 8 Warning liGitS 2 4 a2 ssaa ee ked 2 8 Washer switch Windshield wiper and washer switch 2 16 Weights See dimensions and weights 9 8 Wheels andtires 004 8 40 Wheel tire size ee ee ee 9 8 When traveling or registering your vehicle in another COUNUYs cs sa sa ww 46 bb a 9 9 Window washer fluid 8 17 Windows Locking passengers windows 2 34 Power windows saoasaoa a aaa 2 33 Rear power wiNdOWS 2 34 Windshield wiper and washer switch 2 16 Wiper Windshield wiper and washer switch 2 16 Wiper blades 4 8 25 10 6 MEMO M
2. Always tow with the manual transmission in Neutral After towing 500 miles start and idle the engine with the transmission in Neutral for two minutes Failure to idle the engine after every 500 miles of towing may cause dam age to internal transmission parts 7 Appearance and care Cleaning exterior secre cir esanra nienia wap eau a 7 2 PICO Widle sae otmece et dee eeter ect a ess 7 4 WASNT errepre ae E A E EER T Ce Seat Dells svar euneeredueeuecee ns ASSER ENESTE 7 5 WAKING esrara sets cede ven nice eeeor er ereer hs eas 7 2 COmoesion Price Olipeavecchacncwerotaeueuueoen sass 7 5 Removing SCOOScccucctecuenceuwen seeeeedanisdec 7 2 Most common factors contributing to vehicle WNGCIDOOY cis ridiescisrene ideii peste EES NR 7 2 COMOSION spiccen Esses EErEE CRANE SEENEN a 7 5 ASS EE P E E E E E 7 3 Environmental factors influence the rate of Aluminum alloy wheels 0 00 cece eee es 7 3 COMOS ON searre cere sini erence RERAN PENAN EN RAA 7 5 Chrome Pals corererirervinnpss ir grits nnie 7 3 To protect your vehicle from corrosion 7 5 CleaninGINtellotys cwaecy ab eee nE O EREE 7 4 CLEANING EXTERIOR In order to maintain the appearance of your ve hicle it is important to take proper care of it In the following cases please wash your vehicle as soon as possible to protect the paint surface after a rainfall to prevent possible damage from acid rain after driving on coastal roads when contamina
3. Average fuel consumption Mpg or I 100km The average fuel consumption mode shows the average fuel consumption since the last reset Resetting is done by pressing the mode switch for more than approximately 1 second The dis play is updated every 30 seconds At about the first 1 3 miles 500 m after a reset the display shows Average speed MPH or km h The average speed mode shows the average vehicle speed since last reset Resetting is done by pressing the mode switch for more than ap proximately 1 second The display is updated every 30 seconds The first 30 seconds after a reset the display shows Journey time The journey time mode shows the time since the last reset The displayed time can be reset by pressing the mode switch for more than approxi mately 1 second NOTE If a low temperature warning and low range warning occur simultaneously other dis play modes switch automatically to the outside temperature display When the mode switch is pushed the dis play switches to the mode chosen before the warning display and the outside air temperature indicator marked ICY will blink W1C0268 Type A TACHOMETER The tachometer indicates engine speed in revo lutions per minute r min Do not rev engine into the red zone A CAUTION When engine speed approaches the red zone shift to a higher gear Operating the engine in the red zone may cause serious engine damage Instruments a
4. i i parking brake A WARNING cause serious and expensive damage to the transmission If it is necessary to Stand clear of a stuck vehicle tow the vehicle with the rear wheels raised always use towing dollies under the front wheels e Never tow automatic transmission models with the front wheels on the ground or four wheels on the ground e Do not spin your tires at high speed This could cause them to explode and result in serious injury Parts of your vehicle could also overheat and be damaged In case of emergency 6 11 A CAUTION e Use the towing hook only not other parts of the vehicle Otherwise the ve hicle body will be damaged Use the towing hook only to free a ve hicle stuck in sand snow mud etc Never tow the vehicle for a long dis tance using only the towing hook The towing hook is under tremendous force when used to free a stuck vehicle Always pull the cable straight out from the front or rear of the vehicle Never pull the hook at an angle Pulling devices should be routed so they do not touch any part of the suspension steering brake or cooling systems Pull devices such as ropes or canvas straps are not recommended for use in vehicle towing or recovery Rear A WARNING e Stand clear of a stuck vehicle e Do not spin your tires at high speed This could cause them to explode and result in serious injury Parts of your vehicle could also overheat and be damaged 6 12
5. 4 under Pro gramming HomeLink while you press and re press cycle your hand held transmitters every 2 seconds until the indicator light flashes rapidly indicating successful programming NOTE When programming a garage door opener etc it is advised to unplug the device dur ing the cycling process to prevent pos sible damage to the garage door opener components OPERATING THE HOMELINK UNIVERSAL TRANSCEIVER The HomeLink Universal Transceiver once pro grammed may now be used to activate the ga rage door etc To operate simply press the ap propriate programmed HomeLink Universal Transceiver button The red indicator light will illuminate while the signal is being transmitted Instruments and controls 2 39 PROGRAMMING TROUBLE DIAGNOSIS If the HomeLink does not quickly learn the hand held transmitter information replace the hand held transmitter batteries with new batteries position the hand held transmitter with its battery area facing away from the HomeLink surface press and hold both the HomeLink and hand held transmitter buttons without inter ruption position the hand held transmitter 1 3 inches 26 76 mm away from the HomeLink surface Hold the transmitter in that position for up to 15 seconds If HomeLink is not programmed within that time try holding the transmitter in another position keeping the indicator light in view at all times
6. Closely supervise children when they are around Cars to prevent them from playing and becoming locked in the trunk where they could be seriously injured Keep the car locked with the rear seatback and trunk lid securely latched when not in use and prevent children s access to car keys The interior trunk lid release mechanism provides a means of escape for children and adults in the event they become locked inside the trunk To open the trunk from the inside rotate the illuminated lever until the lock releases and push up on the trunk lid The release lever is made of a material that glows in the dark after a brief expo sure to ambient light The handle is located inside the trunk compart ment on the trunk lock at the center of the trunk lid FUEL FILLER LID OPENER OPERATION The fuel filler opener lever is located on the out side of the driver s seat 1 To open the fuel filler lid pull the opener lever up To lock close the fuel filler lid securely FUEL FILLER CAP The fuel filler cap is a ratcheting type Turn the cap counterclockwise to remove To tighten turn the cap clockwise until ratcheting clicks are heard AWARNING Gasoline is extremely flammable and highly explosive under certain condi tions You could be burned or seriously injured if it is misused or mishandled Always stop the engine and do not smoke or allow open flames or sparks near the vehicle when refueling Fuel may be under
7. Do not use with accessories that ex equipped ceed a 12 volt 120W 10A power draw Do not use double adapters or more Mies enna pockets are iam pee of than one electrical accessory the driver and passenger seats The pockets can be used to store maps Use this power outlet with the engine running If the engine is stopped this SEATBACK SIDE POCKETS if so could result in a discharged battery equipped Avoid using when the air conditioner A seatback side pocket is located on the inboard headlights or rear window defroster is side of the front passenger seat on Instruments and controls 2 27 e Do not leave sunglasses in the sun glasses holder while parking in direct sunlight The heat may damage the sunglasses SUNGLASSES HOLDER To open the sunglasses holder push and release AWARNING The sunglasses case should not be used while driving so full attention may be given to vehicle operation A CAUTION e Do not use for anything other than sunglasses 2 28 Instruments and controls JA WIC0278 Front CUP HOLDERS To open the front cup holders lift the console cover To close lower the console cover The rubber insert may be removed for cleaning The rear cup holders are located in the fold down armrest in the rear seat back WRSO167 Rear AWARNING The cup holder should not be used while driving so full attention may be given to vehicle operation A CAUTION
8. If you continue to have programming difficulties please contact the NISSAN Consumer Affairs Department The phone numbers are located in the Foreword of this manual 2 40 Instruments and controls CLEARING THE PROGRAMMED INFORMATION Individual buttons cannot be cleared However to clear all programming press and hold the two outside buttons and release when the indicator light begins to flash approximately 20 seconds ROLLING CODE PROGRAMMING Rolling code garage door openers or other roll ing code devices which are code protected and manufactured after 1996 may be deter mined by the following Reference the garage door opener Owner s Manual for verification The hand held transmitter appears to pro gram the HomeLink Universal Transceiver but does not activate the garage door Press and hold the trained HomeLink but ton If the garage door opener has the rolling code feature the HomeLink indicator light will flash rapidly then remains on after 2 seconds To program the HomeLink Universal Transceiver to a garage door opener with the rolling code feature follow these instructions after completing the Programming HomeLink the aid of a sec ond person may make the following procedures quicker and easier 1 Locate the training button on the garage door opener motor unit Exact location and color of the button may vary by garage door opener brand If there is difficulty locating
9. QR25DE engine VQ35DE engine ENGINE SERIAL NUMBER The number is stamped on the engine as shown 9 10 Technical and consumer information F M V S S CERTIFICATION LABEL The Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard F M V S S certification label is affixed as shown This label contains valuable vehicle information such as Gross Vehicle Weight Ratings GVWR Gross Axle Weight Rating GAWR month and year of manufacture Vehicle Identification Num ber VIN etc Review it carefully EMISSION CONTROL TIRE PLACARD AIR CONDITIONER SPECIFICATION INFORMATION LABEL The cold tire pressure is shown on the tire plac LABEL The emission control information label is at ard The tire placard is located under the center The air conditioner specification label is affixed as tached as shown console lid shown Technical and consumer information 9 11 INSTALLING FRONT LICENSE PLATE VEHICLE LOADING INFORMATION Use the following steps to mount the front license A CAUTION plate It is extremely dangerous to ride in a i cargo area inside a vehicle In a colli at the location mark small dimple using a sion people riding in these areas are 0 31 in 8 mm drill To avoid damaging the more likely to be seriously injured or threads behind the finisher apply only light killed pressure to the drill A Make a shallow hole in each plastic finisher e Do not allow people to ride in any area of your vehicle that is not equipped w
10. Reporting safety defects US only 9 18 Seat adjustment Front manual seat adjustment 1 2 Front power seat adjustment 1 4 Rear seat adjustment 1 6 Seat belt Child safely s s s ase so we we 88 eke 1 24 Infants and small children 1 25 Injured Person a a aaao 1 25 Larger children aaao 1 25 Precautions on seat belt usage 1 22 Pregnant women saasaa aaa ad 1 25 Seat belt extenders a aoaaa 1 29 Seat belt maintenance 1 29 Seal DEMS sesos a n a e a a 1 22 Shoulder belt height adjustment 1 28 Three point type with retractor 1 26 Seat belt warning light oaoa 2 10 Seatback pockets 00 2 27 Seatback side pockets 2 27 Seats Adjustment 5 s 2ua Aa ah b ewe EO 1 2 Front seats 24 44 e450 5646 0 0 64 1 2 Heated seats oaoa aaa 2 25 Manual front seat adjustment 1 2 Rear seat noaua Se ee a we 1 6 Security system Nissan vehicle immobilizer system engine start 2 12 3 2 5 5 Self adjusting brakes 04 8 27 Service manual order form 9 20 Servicing airconditioner 4 12 Shift lock release 2 2 eee 5 9 Shifting Automatic transmission 5 8 Manual transmission 5 10 Shoulder belt height adjustment 1 28 Spark plug replacement 8 21 Speedometer ooa 0000 ea ee 2 3 Spotlights See map light 2 37 SRS war
11. The supplemental front air bags ordi narily will not inflate in the event of a side impact rear impact rollover or lower severity frontal collision Always wear your seat belts to help reduce the risk or severity of injury in various kinds of accidents The seat belts and the supplemental front air bags are most effective when you are sitting well back and upright in the seat The front air bags inflate with great force If you are unrestrained leaning forward sitting sideways or out of position in any way you are at greater risk of injury or death in a crash You may also receive serious or fatal injuries from the supplemental front air bag if you are up against it when it inflates Always sit back against the seatback and as far away as practical from the steering wheel or instrument panel Always use the seat belts The driver and front passenger seat belt buckles are equipped with sensors that detect if the seat belts are fastened The air bag system monitors the severity of a collision and then inflates the air bags based on belt usage Failure to properly wear seat belts can increase the risk or severity of injury in an accident Keep hands on the outside of the steer ing wheel Placing them inside the steering wheel rim could increase the risk that they are injured when the supplemental front air bag inflates Seats restraints and supplemental air bag systems 1 9 Sit upright and well back 1 10
12. e The keyfob is water resistant how ever if it does get wet immediately wipe completely dry e The operational range of the keyfob extends to approximately 33 ft 10 m from the vehicle This range may vary with conditions FCC Notice Changes or modifications not expressly ap proved by the manufacturer for compliance could void the user s authority to operate the equipment This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules and RSS 210 of Industry Canada Operation is subject to the following two conditions 1 This device may not cause harmful interference and 2 this device must accept any interference received in cluding interference that may cause undes ired operation of the device Pre driving checks and adjustments 3 9 HOOD 5 When closing the hood return the support rod to its original position lower the hood to approximately 12 inches above the latch and release it This allows proper engagement of the hood latch AWARNING e Make sure the hood is completely closed and latched before driving Fail ure to do so could cause the hood to fly open and result in an accident If you see steam or smoke coming from the engine compartment to avoid injury do not open the hood 1 Pull the hood lock release handle located Remove the support rod from the clamp below the driver side instrument panel the 4 Insert the support rod into the slot on the hood springs up slightly pa
13. 9 18 Engine coolant 624 65880 eae 8 9 Glove box lock cee 9 99 Engine ENQING Ol 3 4 2 0 56 da ob G2 amp ad 9 8 10 Before starting the engine 5 6 Power steering fluid 8 15 Capacities and recommended Window washer fluid 8 17 H fuel lubricants 204 9 2 F M V S S certification label 9 10 Changing engine coolant 8 10 Fog light SwitChie2 sonans 4 6 ae ew woe 2 22 Hazard warning flasher switch 2 24 Changing engine oil 8 11 FIORE SOA d an m 0 Sud amp ek We ee oe HA aa 1 2 Head restraints asc 2 a ak Ow ed wwe edo 127 Changing engine oilfilter 8 13 Fuel Headlight and turn signal switch 2 18 Checking engine coolant level 8 9 Capacities and recommended Heated seats 02 0008 2 25 Checking engine oillevel 8 10 fuel lubricants 204 9 2 Heater Engine compartment check locations 8 9 Fuel economy saaa aae 5 15 Heater and air conditioner Engine coolant temperature gauge 2 6 Fuel filler cap ooa 3 13 CONOIS s a sieaa Re a 4 3 4 11 Engine cooling system 8 9 Fuel filler lid a aaa a 3 13 Heater operation 4 4 4 11 ERODES OW 2 amp ireen e 8 10 Fuel fillerlidandcap 3 13 HomeLink Universal Transceiver 2 38 10 2 Hood release 2 2400 a 3 10 PRONG gc Gate E a Ge ee eee oe 2 24 l Ignitio
14. AWARNING Never remove or turn the key to the LOCK position while driving The steering wheel will lock This may cause the driver to lose control of the vehicle and could result in serious vehicle damage or personal injury MANUAL TRANSMISSION The ignition switch includes a device that helps prevent accidental removal of the key while driv ing The key can only be removed when the ignition switch is in the LOCK position On manual transmission models to turn the igni tion key to LOCK position from ACC or ON position turn the key to OFF push the key in then turn the key to LOCK In order for the steering wheel to be locked it must be turned about 1 8 of a turn clockwise from the straight up position To lock the steering wheel turn the key to the LOCK position Remove the key To unlock the steering wheel insert the key and turn it gently while rotating the steer ing wheel slightly right and left AWARNING Never remove or turn the key to the LOCK position while driving The steering wheel will lock This may cause the driver to lose control of the vehicle and could result in serious vehicle damage or personal injury KEY POSITIONS LOCK Normal parking position 0 OFF Manual transmission model 1 The engine can be turned off without locking the steering wheel ACC Accessories 2 This position activates electrical accessories such as the radio when the engine is not running ON Normal opera
15. Anti freeze or equivalent 1 For further details see Fuel recommendation 2 For further details see Engine oil and oil filter recommendations 3 For further details see Recommended SAE engine oil viscosity 4 Dexron Ill Mercon or equivalent may also be used Outside the Continental United States and Alaska contact a NISSAN dealership for more information regarding suitable fluids including rec ommended brand s of Dexron III Mercon Automatic Transmission Fluid 5 Available in mainland USA through your NISSAN dealer 6 For further details see Air conditioner specification label 7 For further details see Changing engine oil 8 For Canada NISSAN Automatic Transmission Fluid ATF Dexron III Mercon or equivalent ATF may also be used 9 2 Technical and consumer information FUEL RECOMMENDATION For 2 5L engine Use unleaded regular gasoline with an octane rating of at least 87 AKI Anti Knock Index num ber Research octane number 91 For 3 5L Use unleaded regular gasoline with an octane rating of at least 87 AKI Anti Knock Index num ber Research octane number 91 For improved vehicle performance NISSAN rec ommends the use of unleaded premium gasoline with an octane rating of at least 91 AKI number Research octane number 96 A CAUTION Using a fuel other than that specified could adversely affect the emission control system and may also affe
16. Follow these recommendations for the future re liability and economy of your new vehicle Failure to follow these recommendations may result in vehicle damage or shortened engine life QUICK REFERENCE oT E Gl oe 7 2 15 16 17 Engine coolant 8 9 Window washer fluid 8 17 Engine oil 8 10 Passenger supplemental front impact air bag 1 8 Audio system 4 13 4 15 4 20 Air condi tioner 4 3 4 10 Supplemental side impact air bag 1 8 Front seats 1 2 Spare tire 6 2 Fuel filler lid release 3 13 Fuel recommen dation 9 3 Keys 3 2 Supplemental side impact air bag 1 8 Seat belts 1 22 Trunk release 3 11 Supplemental curtain side impact air bag 1 8 Driver supplemental front impact air bag 1 8 Hood release 3 10 Meters and gauges 2 3
17. If you move the shift selector lever to the P Park posi tion before blocking the wheels and applying the parking brake transmission damage could occur When going down a hill shift into a lower gear and use the engine braking effect When going up a long grade downshift the transmission to a lower gear and reduce speed to reduce chances of engine over loading and or overheating However for long steep grades do not stay in 1st or 2nd gear when driving above 35 MPH 56 km h If the engine coolant rises to an extremely high temperature when the air conditioner system is on turn off the air conditioner Coolant heat can be additionally vented by opening the windows switching the fan control to high and setting the temperature control to the HOT position Trailer towing requires more fuel than normal circumstances Avoid towing a trailer for your vehicle s first 500 miles 805 km Have your vehicle serviced more often than at intervals specified in the recommended Maintenance Schedule in the NISSAN Ser vice and Maintenance Guide When making a turn your trailer wheels will be closer to the inside of the turn than your vehicle wheels To compensate for this make a larger than normal turning radius during the turn Crosswinds and rough roads will adversely affect vehicle trailer handling possibly caus ing vehicle sway When being passed by larger vehicles be prepared for possible changes in crosswinds t
18. Position the mat by placing the floor mat bracket hook through the floor mat grommet hole while centering the mat in the footwell Periodically check to make certain the mats are properly positioned SEAT BELTS The seat belts can be cleaned by wiping them with a sponge dampened in a mild soap solution Allow the belts to dry completely in the shade before using them See Seat belt maintenance in the Safety Seats seat belts and supplemen tal air bags section of this manual AWARNING Do not allow wet seat belts to roll up in the retractor NEVER use bleach dye or chemical solvents to clean the seat belts since these materials may severely weaken the seat belt webbing CORROSION PROTECTION MOST COMMON FACTORS CONTRIBUTING TO VEHICLE CORROSION 1 The accumulation of moisture retaining dirt and debris in body panel sections cavities and other areas 2 Damage to paint and other protective coat ings caused by gravel and stone chips or minor traffic accidents ENVIRONMENTAL FACTORS INFLUENCE THE RATE OF CORROSION Moisture Accumulation of sand dirt and water on the ve hicle body underside can accelerate corrosion Wet floor coverings will not dry completely inside the vehicle and should be removed for drying to avoid floor panel corrosion Relative humidity Corrosion will be accelerated in areas of high relative humidity in areas where the temperatures stay above freezing wher
19. SOON lamp remains on after a few driving trips have the vehicle inspected by a NISSAN dealer e For additional information see Mal function indicator lamp MIL later in this section Instruments and controls 2 7 WARNING INDICATOR LIGHTS AND AUDIBLE REMINDERS or Anti lock brake warning light or Brake warning light Charge warning light Door open warning light Engine oil pressure warning light Low fuel warning light CHECKING BULBS With all doors closed apply the parking brake and turn the ignition key to the ON position without starting the engine The following lights will come on BRAKE oy SERVICE x The following lights come on briefly and then go off ABS o amp g SLIP 2 8 Instruments and controls Low washer fluid warning light Seat belt warning light and chime Supplemental air bag warning light Trunk lid open warning light CRUISE CRUISE main switch indicator light if so equipped Cruise SET switch indicator light if so equipped SET If any light fails to come on it may indicate a burned out bulb or an open circuit in the electrical system Have the system repaired promptly WARNING LIGHTS or Anti lock brake warning light if so equipped If the light comes on while the engine is running it may indicate the anti lock brake system is not functioning properly Have the system checked by a NISSAN dealer SERVICE ENGINE SOON SLIP
20. When cleaning the rear window it may be easier to clean if the high mounted stop light is removed first Be careful when removing the high mounted stop light to reduce the risk of damaging the high mounted stop light wires To remove the high mounted stop light Push toward rear of vehicle 2 Lift to remove The high mounted stop light must be properly reinstalled before driving your vehicle Use glass cleaner to remove smoke and dust film from the glass surfaces It is normal for glass to become coated with a film after the vehicle is parked in the hot sun Glass cleaner and a soft cloth will easily remove this film A CAUTION When cleaning the inside of the windows do not use sharp edged tools abrasive cleaners or chlorine based disinfectant cleaners They could damage the electri cal conductors radio antenna elements or rear window defroster elements ALUMINUM ALLOY WHEELS Wash the wheels regularly especially during win ter months in areas where road salt is used If not removed road salt could discolor the wheels CHROME PARTS Clean all chrome parts regularly with a non abrasive chrome polish to maintain the finish Appearance and care 7 3 CLEANING INTERIOR Occasionally remove loose dust from the interior trim plastic parts and seats using a vacuum cleaner or soft brush Wipe the vinyl and leather surfaces with a clean soft cloth dampened in mild soap solution then wipe clean with a dry sof
21. flash approximately 20 seconds This pro cedure erases the factory set default codes and does not have to be followed when programming additional hand held transmit ters 2 Hold the end of the hand held transmitter from the device you wish to train approxi mately 2 5 inches 50 127 mm away from the surface of HomeLink keeping the indi cator light in view 3 Using both hands simultaneously push the hand held transmitter button and the de sired HomeLink button Do not release the buttons until step 4 has been completed NOTE Some garage door openers may require the procedures noted under Canadian Pro gramming 4 The HomeLink indicator will flash first slowly and then rapidly When the indicator light flashes rapidly both buttons may be released The rapid flashing light indicates the HomeLink Universal Transceiver has been successfully programmed To program the remaining two buttons follow steps 2 through 4 If after repeated attempts you do not success fully program the HomeLink Universal Trans ceiver to learn the signal of the hand held trans mitter refer to Rolling Code Programming later in this section PROGRAMMING HOMELINK FOR CANADIAN CUSTOMERS Prior to 1992 D O C regulations required hand held transmitters to stop transmitting after 2 sec onds To program your hand held transmitter to HomeLink continue to press and hold the HomeLink button note step 2
22. has been reactivated Pre driving checks and adjustments 3 7 Deactivating the horn beep feature does not si lence the horn if the alarm is triggered Using the interior light The interior light can be turned off without waiting 30 seconds by inserting the key into the ignition locking the doors with the keyfob or pushing the interior light button to OFF Opening windows if so equipped The keyfob allows you to open the front windows simultaneously To open the front windows press the H button on the keyfob for longer than 3 seconds after the door is unlocked The door windows will open while pressing the M button on the keyfob This opening windows function of the keyfob can be suspended using a CONSULT II diagnostic tool Please contact a NISSAN dealer The door windows cannot be closed by using the keyfob 3 8 Pre driving checks and adjustments BATTERY REPLACEMENT Replace the battery in the keyfob as follows A Open the lid using a coin 2 Remove the battery 3 Install a new battery with the facing down Recommended battery Sanyo CR2025 or equivalent 4 Close the lid securely 5 Press the LOCK button then the UNLOCK button two or three times to check the key fob operation If the battery is removed for any reason other than replacement perform step 5 e An improperly disposed battery can hurt the environment Always confirm local regulations for battery disposal
23. tween 30 90 MPH 48 144 km h without keeping your foot on the accelerator pedal To turn on the cruise control push the main switch The CRUISE indicator light in the instru ment panel comes on To set cruising speed accelerate the vehicle to the desired speed push the COAST SET switch and release it The SET indicator light in the instrument panel comes on Take your foot off the accelerator pedal Your vehicle maintains the set speed e To pass another vehicle depress the ac celerator pedal When you release the pedal the vehicle returns to the previously set speed The vehicle may not maintain the set speed when going up or down steep hills If this happens drive without the cruise control Starting and driving 5 13 To cancel the preset speed use one of the following three methods Push the CANCEL button the SET indicator light in the instrument panel goes out Tap the brake pedal the SET indicator light goes out Turn the main switch off Both the CRUISE indicator light and SET indicator light in the instrument panel go out The cruise control is automatically canceled and the SET light in the instrument panel goes out if you depress the brake or clutch pedal while pushing the ACCEL RES or SET COAST switch The preset speed is deleted from memory the vehicle slows down more than 8 MPH 13 km h below the set speed you depress the clutch pedal manual trans mission or move
24. ANTI FREEZE In the winter when it is anticipated that the tem perature will drop below 32 F 0 C check the anti freeze to assure proper winter protection For details see Engine cooling system in the Maintenance and do it yourself section of this manual BATTERY If the battery is not fully charged during extremely cold weather conditions the battery fluid may freeze and damage the battery To maintain maxi mum efficiency the battery should be checked regularly For details see Battery in the Main tenance and do it yourself section of this manual DRAINING OF COOLANT WATER If the vehicle is to be left outside without anti freeze drain the cooling system including the engine block Refill before operating the vehicle For details see Changing engine coolant in the Maintenance and do it yourself section of this manual TIRE EQUIPMENT 1 SUMMER tires have a tread designed to provide superior performance on dry pave ment However the performance of these tires will be substantially reduced in snowy and icy conditions If you operate your ve hicle on snowy or icy roads NISSAN recom mends the use of MUD amp SNOW or ALL SEASON TIRES on all four wheels Please consult a NISSAN dealer for the tire type size speed rating and availability informa tion 2 For additional traction on icy roads studded tires may be used However some U S states and Canadian provinces pro
25. Avoid abrupt starting and braking when the cup holder is being used to prevent spilling the drink If the liquid is hot it can scald you or your passenger Use only soft cups in the cup holder Hard objects can injure you in an accident ay A aX O WIC0374 GLOVE BOX Open the glove box by pulling the handle When locking or unlocking 2 the glove box use the master key The valet key cannot be used to lock or unlock the glove box AWARNING Keep glove box lid closed while driving to help prevent injury in an accident or a sudden stop Instruments and controls 2 29 CONSOLE BOX AWARNING The center console box should not be used while driving so full attention may be given to vehicle operation A CAUTION This power outlet is not designed for use with a cigarette lighter unit e Do not use accessories that exceed 12 volt 120W 10A power draw Do not use double adapters or more than one elec trical accessory 2 30 Instruments and controls Armrest Push the button to elevate the armrest To return armrest to regular position push armrest rear ward until locked Upper half Pull up on the lever to open the upper half of the console box The rubber mat may be removed for cleaning The upper half of the console box may be used for storage of cellular phones An access hole is provided at the bottom of the upper half of the console box for phone cord routing to the power socket To rout
26. Belt Usage later in this section 1 2 Seats restraints and supplemental air bag systems FRONT MANUAL SEAT ADJUSTMENT AWARNING e Do not adjust the drivers seat while driving so full attention may be given to vehicle operation The seat may move suddenly and could cause loss of con trol of the vehicle After adjustment gently rock in the seat to make sure it is securely locked AWARNING After adjustment gently rock in the seat to make sure it is securely locked Forward and backward Reclining Pull the lever up and hold it while you slide the To recline the seatback pull the lever up and lean seat forward or backward to the desired position back To bring the seatback forward pull the lever Release the lever to lock the seat in position up and lean your body forward Release the lever to lock the seatback in position The reclining feature allows adjustment of the seatback for occupants of different sizes to help obtain proper seat belt fit see Precautions on seat belt usage later in this section Also the seatback can be reclined to allow occupants to sleep when the vehicle is stopped Seats restraints and supplemental air bag systems 1 3 Seat lifter if so equipped for driver s seat Turn either dial to adjust the angle and height of the seat cushion to the desired position FRONT POWER SEAT ADJUSTMENT if so equipped for Driver s seat AWARNING e Do not adjust the drivers
27. Capacities and recommended fuel lubricants Changing engine oil Changing engine oil filter Checking engine oil level Engine oil and oil filter recommendation Engine oil viscosity Outside mirror control If your vehicle overheats Owner s manual order form Owner s manual service manual order Parking brake check Parking brake operation Parking parking on hills Power door locks 88 Power steering fluid Power steering system Power windows Rear power windows Maintenance precautions 8 5 Precautions on child restraints 1 30 Precautions on seat belt usage 1 22 Precautions on supplemental restraint SYSTE a aaa i ok ni a te ae 1 8 Precautions when starting and driving 5 2 Push starting 6 aaa aa 6 8 R Radio Car phone or CBradio 4 28 FM AM radio with compact disc CD changer sand amp oS oem Ga ew wd 4 20 FM AM radio with compact disc CD DIG soe ea aa e Oe OO ee ae a 4 15 Readiness for inspection maintenance I M tosis oa SMS Mk be we eee Fah Bee 9 19 Rear power windows 2 34 Rear SEAL os sasra sam dom 4a Mw oK S amp 1 6 Rear window defogger switch 2 17 Refrigerant recommendation 9 6 Registering your vehicle in another country 9 9 Remote keyless entry system 3 5 Reporting safety defects US only 9 18 S Safety Child safety rear door lock 35 Child seat belts nooo aaa aaa 1 30
28. Clearing the programmed information 2 40 Rolling code programming 5 2 40 Reprogramming a single HomeLink button 2 41 If your vehicle is Stolen 0 c cee eee eee 2 41 INSTRUMENT PANEL 18 2 2 17 1615 14 instruments and controls 0 N O oS ee co Headlight and turn signal switch Meters and gauges Windshield wiper washer switch Center ventilator Audio system Front passenger supplemental air bag Glove box Heater and air conditioner manual Hazard warning flasher switch Power outlet Rear window defroster switch manual Cruise control main set switch Driver supplemental air bag Steering wheel switch for audio control Tilt telescopic steering wheel lever Traction control system TCS cancel switch Instrument brightness control Outside mirror remote control Heater and air conditioner automatic Rear window defroster switch automatic Front defroster switch automatic METERS AND GAUGES The odometer records the total distance the ve hicle has been driven The twin trip odometer records the distance of individual trips 1 Speedometer 2 Odometer twin trip display 3 Change button SPEEDOMETER AND ODOMETER Speedometer The speedometer indicates vehicle speed in miles per hour MPH and kilometers per hour km h Odometer Twin trip odometer The odometer twin trip odometer is displayed when the ignition key is in the ON
29. Never shift to P Park or R Reverse while the vehicle is moving This could cause an accident A CAUTION When stopping the vehicle on an uphill grade do not hold the vehicle by de pressing the accelerator pedal The foot brake should be used for this purpose e Do not downshift abruptly on slippery roads This may cause a loss of control Gate type shift The automatic transmission in your vehicle is electronically controlled to produce maximum power and smooth operation The recommended operating procedures for this transmission are shown on the following pages Follow these procedures for maximum vehicle performance and driving enjoyment Starting the vehicle 1 After starting the engine fully depress the foot brake pedal before attempting to move the shift selector lever out of the P Park position 2 Keep the foot brake pedal depressed and move the shift selector lever into a driving gear 3 Release the foot brake then gradually start the vehicle in motion The automatic transmission is designed so the foot brake pedal MUST be depressed before shifting from P Park to any drive position while the ignition switch is in the ON position The shift selector lever cannot be moved out of P Park and into any of the other gear positions if the ignition key is turned to the LOCK OFF or ACC position or if the key is removed Starting and driving 5 7 Shifting After starting the engine full
30. SLIP and indicator lights come on in the meter panel As long as these warning lights are on the trac tion control function is canceled The vehicle will behave like a vehicle without the system Starting and driving 5 19 AWARNING The traction control system is designed to help improve driving stability but does not prevent accidents due to abrupt steering operation at high speeds or by careless or dangerous driving techniques Reduce vehicle speed and be especially careful when driving and cornering on slippery sur faces and always drive carefully If suspension parts such as shock ab sorbers struts springs and bushings are not standard equipment or are ex tremely deteriorated the traction con trol off indicator light may come on When driving on extremely inclined sur faces such as higher banked corners the traction control system may not op erate properly or the indicator light may come on Do not drive on these types of roads If tires other than the recommended ones are used the traction control sys tem may not operate properly or the indicator light may come on The traction control system is not a sub stitute for winter tires or tire chains ona snow covered road 5 20 Starting and driving COLD WEATHER DRIVING FREEING A FROZEN DOOR LOCK To prevent a door lock from freezing apply de icer through the key hole If the lock becomes frozen heat the key before inserting it into the key hole
31. The SECURITY light begins to flash once every 3 seconds If during the 30 second pre arm time period the door is unlocked by the key or the keyfob or the ignition key is turned to ACC or ON the system will not arm proximately 1 minute However the alarm reactivates if the vehicle is tampered with again The alarm can be shut off by unlocking a door or trunk lid with the key or by pressing the button on the keyfob Instruments and controls 2 15 Silencing the horn beep feature If desired the horn beep feature can be deacti vated using the keyfob To deactivate Press and hold both the and A buttons at the same time for at least 2 seconds The hazard lights will quickly flash 3 times to confirm that the horn beep feature has been deactivated To activate Press and hold both the and f buttons at the same time for at least 2 seconds once more 2 16 instruments and controls The hazard lights will quickly flash once and the horn will sound once to confirm that the horn beep feature has been reactivated Deactivating the horn feature does not silence the horn if the alarm is triggered If the system does not operate as described above have it checked by a NISSAN dealer WINDSHIELD WIPER AND WASHER SWITCH Intermittent if so equipped Low speed High speed Wash Intermittent control if so equipped Must ee a oe SWITCH OPERATION The ignition switch must be in the ON position for the wipers
32. affected Tire chains must be installed only on the front wheels and not on the rear wheels Never install tire chains on a TEMPORARY USE ONLY spare tire Do not use tire chains on dry roads Driving with chains in such conditions can cause damage to the various mechanisms of the vehicle due to some overstress WD10258 CHANGING WHEELS AND TIRES Tire rotation NISSAN recommends rotating the tires every 7 500 miles 12 000 km See Flat tire in the In case of emergency section of this manual for tire replacing proce dures As soon as possible tighten the wheel nuts to the specified torque with a torque wrench Wheel nut tightening torque 80 ft lb 108 N m The wheel nuts must be kept tightened to specifications at all times It is recom mended that wheel nuts be tightened to specification at each tire rotation interval AWARNING e After rotating the tires check and ad just the tire pressure 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 Do not include the spare tire in the tire rotation For additional information regarding tires refer to Important Tire Safety In formation US or Tire Safety Informa tion Canada in the Warranty Informa tion Booklet 1 Wear indicator 2 Location mark Tire wear and damage AWARNING Tires should be periodically inspected for wear cracking bulging or o
33. already locked The horn may or may not beep Refer to If the key is turned slowly when locking the door the system may not arm Fur thermore if the key is turned beyond the vertical position toward the unlock position to remove the key the system may be disarmed when the key is re moved If the indicator light fails to glow for 30 seconds unlock the door once and lock it again Even when the driver and or passen gers are in the vehicle the system will arm with all doors and trunk lid closed and locked with the ignition key in the OFF position The alarm is activated by opening the door or trunk lid without using the key or keyfob even if the door is un locked by releasing the door inside lock switch or opening the trunk lid by operating the opener lever How to stop an activated alarm The alarm stops only by unlocking a door or the trunk lid with the key or by pressing the button on the keyfob Silencing the horn beep feature later in this section 4 Confirm that the SECURITY indicator light Vehicle security system activation The vehicle security system will give the following alarm comes on The SECURITY light stays on for about 30 seconds The vehicle security sys The headlights blink and the horn sounds tem is now pre armed After about 30 sec intermittently onds the vehicle security system automati e The alarm automatically turns off after ap cally shifts into the armed phase
34. anaa aa 2 36 Light Puls 3224 aca a a l t e 2 8 31 Low washer fluid warning light 2 10 Spotlights See map light a a 2 37 TUNK HONE s e ace a e ana om ed 2 2 37 Warning indicator lights and audible reminders aooaa a ee ee es 2 8 Lights Map lights aaa a 2 37 Lock Child safety rear door lock 3 5 Door locks se sarapas aa anwani 3 3 Fuel filler lid lock opener lever 3 13 Glove box lock 2 29 Power door locks 2 6 uae amp aa 3 4 Trunk lid lock opener lever 3 11 Low fuel warning light 2 9 Low washer fluid warning light aa aa 2 10 Luggage See vehicle loading information 9 12 M Maintenance General maintenance 8 2 Inside the vehicle 8 3 Maintenance precautions 8 5 Outside the vehicle 8 2 Seat belt maintenance 1 29 Under the hood and vehicle 8 4 Malfunction indicator lamp MIL 2 11 Manual front seat adjustment 1 2 Map lights aaa ee amp Ke Be es 2 37 Meters and gauges oaoa aa a 2 3 Instrument brightness control 2 22 Mirror Inside mirror o oo ea wes 3 16 Outside mirror control 3 17 Vanity MINO a s e eoa do aad a ioan 3 15 Multi remote control system See remote keyless entry system 3 5 N Nissan vehicle immobilizer system WIS i 3 4 aes ae ee 3 2 12 3 2 5 5 Octane rating See fuel octane rating
35. and repeated contact with used engine oil may cause skin cancer 8 12 Maintenance and do it yourself Try to avoid direct skin contact with used oil If skin contact is made wash thoroughly with soap or hand cleaner as soon as possible Keep used engine oil out of reach of children A CAUTION Be careful not to burn yourself The engine oil may be hot e Waste oil must be disposed of prop erly Check your local regulations 6 Clean and reinstall the drain plug and a new washer Securely tighten the drain plug with a wrench Do not use excessive force Drain plug tightening torque 22 29 ft lb 29 39 N m 7 Refill engine with recommended oil through the oil filler opening then install the oil filler cap securely See Capacities and recommended fuel lubricants in the Technical and con sumer information section of this manual for drain and refill capacity The drain and refill capacity depends on the oil temperature and drain time Use these specifications for reference only Always use the dipstick to determine when the proper amount of oil is in the engine Start the engine Check for leakage around the drain plug and oil filter Correct as re quired Turn the engine off and wait more than 10 minutes Check the oil level with the dipstick Add engine oil if necessary WDI0217 QR25DE CHANGING ENGINE OIL FILTER 1 Park the vehicle on a level surface and apply th
36. applied AWARNING See a NISSAN dealer for a brake system check if the brake pedal height does not return to normal Brake pad wear indicators The disc brake pads on your vehicle have audible wear indicators When a brake pad requires re placement a high pitched scraping or screech ing sound will be heard when the vehicle is in motion The noise will be heard whether or not the brake pedal is depressed Have the brakes checked as soon as possible if the wear indicator sound is heard Under some driving or climate conditions occa sional brake squeak squeal or other noise may be heard Occasional brake noise during light to moderate stops is normal and does not affect the function or performance of the brake system Proper brake inspection intervals should be followed For more information regarding brake inspections see the appropriate mainte nance schedule information in the NISSAN Ser vice and Maintenance Guide BRAKE BOOSTER Check the brake booster function as follows 1 With the engine off press and release the brake pedal several times When brake pedal movement distance of travel remains the same from one pedal application to the next continue on to the next step 2 While depressing the brake pedal start the engine The pedal height should drop a little 3 With the brake pedal depressed stop the engine Keep the pedal depressed for about 30 seconds The pedal height should not change
37. areas con sult a NISSAN dealer 7 6 Appearance and care 8 Maintenance and do it yourself Maintenance requirements 02 0 cere ees 8 2 General maintenance 0 0e cece eee eee 8 2 Explanation of general maintenance items 8 2 Maintenance precautionS sssusa eee eee eee 8 5 Engine compartment check locations 8 7 Engine cooling system 22 cece eee eee 8 9 Checking engine coolant level 005 8 9 Changing engine coolant s s s sasaaa eaaa 8 10 ENON Oler are rE E EE E EE 8 10 Checking engine oil level 2 02 00 8 10 Changing engine oil 2 0e eee e eee eee 8 11 Changing engine oil filter 0 00 8 13 Automatic transmission fluid 0000 eee 8 14 Temperature conditions for checking 8 14 Power steering MWldews u 2 ceeueceewe ses ierni eirs 8 15 Brake and clutch fluid lt 20 gexec a btwds des veeStetena 8 16 Brake MUG 252526600 ene denke ase nsadbesee a 8 16 CIMMCH WIG tect aencadexcneee te ihenemate snes 8 17 Window Washer fluid 3 2 2o2sc4 ecu ededeeencdeedcne 8 17 Window washer fluid reservoir 8 17 BAe stance see sae E E T es 8 18 Jump Stan ccceaee recreat recitate erered 8 19 Drive DENS s cscediwntenacciaswedan sie Aa D A 8 20 SPAK PUGS s ierr a ere ee EE 8 21 Replacing spark plugs 22 00 5 8 21 Air CIGANE ote tedescneaetoe sree dee aces tewe nee 8 22 In cab
38. battery Do not allow battery fluid to come into contact with eyes skin clothing or painted surfaces Battery fluid is a cor rosive sulfuric acid solution which can cause severe burns If the fluid should come into contact with anything imme diately flush the contacted area with water e Keep battery out of the reach of children The booster battery must be rated at 12 volts Use of an improperly rated battery can damage your vehicle Whenever working on or near a battery Vehicle being jump started always wear Suitable eye protectors for X 4 i 7 example goggles or industrial safety a spectacles and remove rings metal K Sf bands or any other jewelry Do not lean over the battery when jump starting Do not attempt to jump start a frozen battery It could explode and cause se rious injury Your vehicle has an automatic engine cooling fan It could come on at any Vehicle with time Keep hands and other objects battery for away from it booster WCE0054 2 Apply the parking brake Move the shift lever 4 WARNING to N Neutral manual transmission or to P Always follow the instructions below Park automatic transmission Switch off Failure to do so could result in damage to all unnecessary electrical systems lights the charging system and cause personal heater air conditioner etc injury sae 3 Remove vent caps on the battery if so 1 If the booster battery is in another vehicle equ
39. constant speed either fast or slow and do not run the engine over 4 000 rpm Do not accelerate at full throttle in any gear Avoid quick starts Avoid hard braking as much as possible Do not tow a trailer for the first 500 miles 800 km INCREASING FUEL ECONOMY Accelerate slowly and smoothly Maintain cruising speeds with a constant accelerator position Drive at moderate speeds on the highway Driving at high speed lowers fuel economy Avoid unnecessary stopping and braking Maintain a safe distance behind other ve hicles Use a proper gear range which suits road conditions On level roads shift into high gear as soon as possible Avoid unnecessary engine idling Keep your engine tuned up Follow the recommended periodic mainte nance schedule Keep the tires inflated to the correct pres sure Low tire pressure increases tire wear and lowers fuel economy Keep the wheels in correct alignment Im proper alignment increases tire wear and lowers fuel economy Air conditioner operation lowers fuel economy Use the air conditioner only when necessary When cruising at highway speeds it is more economical to use the air conditioner and leave the windows closed to reduce drag Use the recommended viscosity engine oil See Engine oil and oil filter recommenda tion in Technical and consumer informa tion later in this manual Starting and driving 5 15 PARKING PARKING ON HILLS AWARN
40. drive the vehicle through the following pattern to set the vehicle to the ready condition If you cannot or do not want to perform the driving pattern a NISSAN dealer can conduct it for you AWARNING Always drive the vehicle in a safe and prudent manner according to traffic con ditions and obey all traffic laws 1 Start the engine when the engine coolant temperature gauge needle points to C Al low the engine to idle until the gauge needle points between the C and H normal oper ating temperature 2 Accelerate the vehicle to 55 MPH 88 km h then quickly release the accelerator pedal completely and keep it released for at least 6 seconds 3 Quickly depress the accelerator pedal for a moment then drive the vehicle at a speed of 53 60 MPH 86 96 km h for at least 5 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 three 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 Place the transmission se lector lever in the P Park or N Neutral position 9 Turn the engine off 10 Repeat steps 1 8 at least one more time If steps 1 through 7 are interrupted repeat the preceding step Any safe driving mode is accept able between steps Do not stop the engine until step 7 is completed Technical and consumer information 9 19 OW
41. exhaust sys tem brake system etc to install a trailer hitch To reduce the possibility of additional damage if your vehicle is struck from the rear where practical remove the hitch and or receiver when not in use e After the hitch is removed seal the bolt holes to prevent exhaust fumes water or dust from entering the passenger compartment Regularly check that all trailer hitch mounting bolts are securely mounted Tire pressures When towing atrailer inflate the vehicle tires to the recommended cold tire pressure indi cated on the tire placard Trailer tire condition size load rating and proper inflation pressure should be in accor dance with the trailer and tire manufacturer s specifications Safety chains Always use suitable safety chains between your vehicle and the trailer Safety chains should be crossed and should be attached to the hitch not Technical and consumer information 9 15 to the vehicle bumper or axle Be sure to leave enough slack in the chains to permit turning corners Trailer lights Trailer lights should comply with federal and or local regulations When wiring the vehicle for towing connect the stop and tail light pickup into the vehicle electrical circuit Trailer brakes If your trailer is equipped with a braking system make sure it conforms to federal and or local regulations and that it is properly installed AWARNING Never connect a trailer brake system
42. it into the buckle until you hear and feel the latch engage Be sure to follow the child restraint manu facturer s instructions for belt routing 1 40 Seats restraints and supplemental air bag systems 3 WRSO160 Front Facing step 3 Pull on the shoulder belt until all of the belt is fully extended At this time the seat belt retractor is in the automatic locking mode child restraint mode It reverts to emer gency locking mode when the seat belt is fully retracted 7 Check to make sure the child restraint is properly secured prior to each use If the seat belt is not locked repeat steps 3 through 6 After the child restraint is removed and the seat belt is fully retracted the automatic locking mode child restraint mode is canceled WRSO161 WRS0257 Front Facing step 4 Front Facing step 5 4 Allow the seat belt to retract slightly Pull up 5 Before placing the child in the child restraint on the shoulder belt to remove any slack in use force to tilt the child restraint from side the belt to side and tug it forward to make sure that itis securely held in place It should not move more than 1 inch 6 Check that the retractor Is in the automatic locking mode by trying to pull more seat belt out of the retractor If you cannot pull any more belt webbing out of the retractor the retractor is in the automatic locking mode Seats restraints and supplemental air bag systems
43. of al cohol or drugs e ALWAYS observe posted speed limits and never drive too fast for conditions e ALWAYS use your seat belts and appro priate child restraint systems Preteen children should be seated in the rear seat e ALWAYS provide information about the proper use of vehicle safety features to all occupants of the vehicle e ALWAYS review this owner s manual for important safety information The inside pages of this manual contain a minimum of 50 recycled fibers including 10 post consumer fibers MODIFICATION OF YOUR VEHICLE This vehicle should not be modified Modification could affect its performance safety or durability and may even violate governmental regulations In addition damage or per formance problems resulting from modifications may not be covered un der NISSAN warranties WHEN READING THE MANUAL This manual includes information for all options available on this model Therefore you may find some information that does not apply to your vehicle All information specifications and illustrations in this manual are those in effect at the time of printing NISSAN reserves the right to change specifications or design without notice and with out obligation IMPORTANT INFORMATION ABOUT THIS MANUAL You will see various symbols in this manual They are used in the following ways AWARNING This is used to indicate the presence of a hazard that could cause death or serious perso
44. of vehicle fluid Maintenance and do it yourself 8 5 This Maintenance and do it yourself section gives instructions regarding only those items which are relatively easy for an owner to perform A genuine NISSAN service manual is also avail able See Owner s Manual Service Manual or der information in the Technical and consumer information section of this manual You should be aware that incomplete or improper servicing may result in operating difficulties or excessive emissions and could affect warranty coverage If in doubt about any servicing have it done by a NISSAN dealer 8 6 Maintenance and do it yourself ENGINE COMPARTMENT CHECK LOCATIONS QR25DE engine Power steering fluid reservoir Spark plug caps Brake fluid reservoir Clutch fluid reservoir M T model Air cleaner Battery Fuel Fusible link box Transmission dipstick A T models Engine oil dipstick 10 Radiator cap 11 Fuse block ao oO eh SS co p RE En a ex A wy 5 12 Windshield washer fluid reservoir D 13 Coolant reservoir 14 Engine oil filler cap NOTE Engine cover removed for clarity Maintenance and do it yourself 8 7 VQ35DE engine Power steering fluid reservoir Engine oil filler cap Brake fluid reservoir Clutch fluid reservoir M T model Air cleaner Battery Fuse Fusible link box Transmission dipstick A T models Engine oil dipstick 10 Radiator cap 11 Fuse block 12 Windshield
45. op erates only when the engine is running Do not leave children impaired adults or pets alone in your vehicle They could accidentally injure themselves or oth ers through inadvertent operation of the vehicle Also on hot sunny days temperatures in a closed vehicle could quickly become high enough to cause severe or possibly fatal injuries to people or animals e Do not use the recirculation mode for long periods as it may cause the interior air to become stale and the windows to fog up e Positioning of the heater and or air conditioner controls should not be done while driving so full attention may be given to vehicle operation Fan control dial Temperature control dial Air flow control dial Air recirculation button Air conditioner button if so equipped CONTROLS gk oN Fan control dial The fan control dial turns the fan on and off and controls fan speed Air flow control dial The air flow control dial allows you to select the air flow outlets t Air flows from center and side ventilators Air flows from center and side ventilators and foot outlets 74 Air flows mainly from foot outlets wi Air flows from defroster outlets and foot outlets Y Air flows mainly from defroster outlets The air flow control dial also has intermediate positions which allow the air flow to be distrib uted between 2 of the icon positions on the air flow control dial Temper
46. or washer to be activated Push the lever down to operate the windshield wipers Pull the lever toward you to operate the washer Intermittent if so equipped intermittent wiper operation Low speed continuous low speed opera tion High speed continuous high speed op eration Wash pull the lever toward you to operate the washer function Operating the washer automatically cycles the wipers several times Intermittent control if so equipped inter mittent wiper operation can be adjusted from 1 19 seconds by turning the time con trol knob Mist push the lever up to activate the mist feature AWARNING In freezing temperatures the washer solu tion may freeze on the windshield and obscure your vision which may lead to an accident Warm the windshield with the defroster before you wash the windshield A CAUTION e Do not operate the washer continu ously for more than 30 seconds Do not operate the washer if the reser voir tank is empty Do not fill the window washer reservoir tank with washer fluid concentrates at full strength Some methyl alcohol based washer fluid concentrates may permanently stain the grille if spilled while filling the window washer reser voir tank Pre mix washer fluid concentrates with water to the manufacturer s recom mended levels before pouring the fluid into the window washer reservoir tank Do not use the window washer reservoir ta
47. passengers have their hands etc inside the vehicle while it is in motion and before closing the windows Use the window lock switch to prevent unexpected use of the power windows e Do not leave children unattended inside the vehicle They could unknowingly ac tivate switches or controls and become trapped in a window Unattended chil dren could become involved in serious accidents Door lock unlock button Window lock button Front passenger side Right rear passenger side Left rear passenger side Driver side automatic switch D Je WN Driver s side power window switch The driver s side control panel is equipped with switches to open or close all of the windows The power windows operate when the ignition switch is in the ON position or for about 45 seconds after the ignition switch is turned to the OFF position If the driver s or passenger s door is opened during this period of about 45 sec onds power to the windows is canceled To open a window push the switch and hold it down To close a window pull the switch up To stop the opening or closing function at any time simply release the switch Instruments and controls 2 33 1 BN Tr Front passenger power window switch The passenger window switch operates only the corresponding passenger window To open the window push the switch and hold it down Q To close the window pull the switch up 2 34 Instruments and controls Rear power window
48. posi tion Heater air conditioner and audio systems 4 5 4 Push the 47 comes on button The indicator light 5 Turn the temperature control dial to the de sired position Dehumidified defogging This mode is used to defog the windows and dehumidify the air 1 Turn the air flow control dial to the 7 position 2 Turn the fan control dial to the desired posi tion 3 Push the 4 comes on button The indicator light When the 7 Bw or positions in between are selected the air conditioner automatically turns on however the indicator light will not illuminate if the outside temperature is more than 36 37 F 2 3 C The air conditioning system will continue to operate until the fan control dial is turned to OFF or the vehicle is shut off even if the air flow control dial is turned to a position other than the SV position This dehumidifies the air which helps defog the windshield The VS mode automatically turns off allowing outside air to be drawn into the passenger compartment to further improve the defogging performance 4 Turn the temperature control dial to the de sired position Operating tips Keep the windows and sunroof closed while the air conditioner is in operation e After parking in the sun drive for 2 or 3 minutes with the windows open to vent hot air from the passenger compartment Then close the windows This allows the air con ditioner to cool the interior more quic
49. position 999 1999 1999 rte 1999 E J33 1399 Changing the display Pushing the change button changes the display as follows Trip A Trip Outside temperature Distance to Empty Average economy Average speed Elapsed time Trip Resetting the trip odometer Pushing the change button for more than 1 sec ond resets the trip odometer to zero Instruments and controls 2 3 TRIP COMPUTER The display of the trip computer is situated in the speedometer display When the ignition is turned to ON the display scrolls all the modes of the trip computer and then shows the mode chosen be fore the ignition switch is turned OFF If the battery terminal is disconnected push the trip computer mode switch more than 1 second to activate the computer 2 4 Instruments and controls When the ignition switch is turned to ON modes of the trip computer can be selected by pushing the trip mode switch on the steering wheel switch for audio controls or by the trip computer change button The following modes can be selected Outside air temperature ICY F or C The outside air temperature is displayed in F or C The outside air temperature mode includes a low temperature warning feature below 37 F 3 C the outside air temperature mode is automatically selected and ICY will illuminate in order to draw the driver s attention Press the mode switch if you wish to return to the mode that was selecte
50. pre tensioner seat belt cannot be reused after activation It must be re placed together with the retractor and buckle as a unit If the vehicle becomes involved in a frontal collision but the pre tensioner is not activated be sure to have the pre tensioner system checked and if nec essary replaced by your NISSAN dealer e No unauthorized changes should be made to any components or wiring of the pre tensioner seat belt system This is to prevent accidental activation of the pre tensioner seat belt or damage to the pre tensioner seat belt operation Tampering with the pre tensioner seat belt system may result in serious per sonal injury Work around and on the pre tensioner system should be done by a NISSAN dealer Installation of electrical equip ment should also be done by a NISSAN dealer Unauthorized electrical test equipment and probing devices should not be used on the pre tensioner seat belt system If you need to dispose of the pre tensioner or scrap the vehicle contact a NISSAN dealer Correct pre tensioner disposal procedures are set forth in the appropriate NISSAN Service Manual Incorrect disposal procedures could cause personal injury The front seat pre tensioner seat belt system activates in conjunction with the supplemental front air bag Working with the seat belt retractor it helps tighten the seat belt the instant the ve hicle becomes involved in certain types of colli sions thereby re
51. pre tensioner seat belt system should be replaced by a NISSAN dealer The air bag module and pre tensioner seat belt system cannot be repaired The supplemental front air bag side air bag and curtain side impact air bag sys tems and the pre tensioner seat belt system should be inspected by a NISSAN dealer if there is any damage to the front end or side portion of the vehicle If you need to dispose of the supple mental air bag pre tensioner seat belt system or scrap the vehicle contact a NISSAN dealer Correct supplemental air bag and pre tensioner seat belt sys tem disposal procedures are set forth in the appropriate NISSAN Service Manual Incorrect disposal procedures could cause personal injury Seats restraints and supplemental air bag systems 1 21 SEAT BELTS A fy Va f f a E Sit upright and well back PRECAUTIONS ON SEAT BELT USAGE If you are wearing your seat belt properly ad justed and you are sitting upright and well back in your seat your chances of being injured or killed in an accident and or the severity of injury may be greatly reduced NISSAN strongly encourages you and all of your passengers to buckle up every time you drive even if your seating position in cludes a supplemental air bag Most U S states and Canadian provinces or territories specify that seat belts be worn at all times when a vehicle is being driven 1 22 Seats restraints and supplemental air bag
52. prohibit their use Check local state and provincial laws before installing studded tires Skid and traction capabilities of studded snow tires on wet or dry surfaces may be poorer than that of non studded snow tires TIRE CHAINS Use of tire chains may be prohibited according to location Check the local laws before installing tire chains When installing tire chains make sure they are the proper size for the tires on your vehicle and are installed according to the chain manufacturer s suggestions Use only SAE class S chains Class S chains are used on vehicles with restricted tire to vehicle clearance Vehicles that can use Class S chains are de signed to meet the minimum clearances between 8 42 Maintenance and do it yourself the tire and the closest vehicle suspension or body component required to accommodate the use of a winter traction device tire chains or cables The minimum clearances are determined using the factory equipped tires Other types may damage your vehicle Use chain tensioners when recommended by the tire chain manufacturer to ensure a tight fit Loose end links of the tire chain must be secured or removed to prevent the pos sibility of whipping action damage to the fenders or underbody If possible avoid fully loading your vehicle when using tire chains In addition drive at a reduced speed Otherwise your vehicle may be damaged and or vehicle handling and perfor mance may be adversely
53. registered into the NISSAN Vehicle Immobilizer System After the registration pro cess these components will only recognize keys coded into the NISSAN Vehicle Immobilizer Sys tem NVIS during registration Any key that is not given to your dealer at the time of registration will no longer be able to start your vehicle DOORS AWARNING e Always have the doors locked while driving Along with the use of seat belts this provides greater safety in the event of an accident by helping to prevent persons from being thrown from the vehicle This also helps keep children and others from unintentionally open ing the doors and will help keep out intruders Before opening any door always look for and avoid oncoming traffic Do not leave children unattended inside the vehicle They could unknowingly ac tivate switches or controls Unattended children could become involved in seri ous accidents aeto WPD0129 Driver s side LOCKING WITH KEY The power door lock system allows you to lock or unlock all doors at the same time Turning the key toward the front 4 of the vehicle locks all doors Turning the key one time toward the rear 2 of the vehicle unlocks that door From that position returning the key to neutral 3 where the key can only be removed and inserted and turning it toward the rear again within 5 seconds unlocks all doors Opening and closing windows The driver s door ke
54. sensitivity setting adjusted 2 20 Instruments and controls Turn off the headlights when it is light Keep the headlights on for up to 180 sec onds after you turn the key to OFF and all doors are closed The default time delay for autolight shutoff is 45 seconds See your NISSAN dealer to have the time delay setting adjusted If the ignition switch is turned OFF and one of the doors is opened the headlights remain ON for 5 minutes To set the autolight system 1 Make sure the headlight switch is in the AUTO position 2 Turn the ignition key to ON 3 The autolight system automatically turns the headlights on and off To turn the autolight system off turn the switch to the OFF pq or ZO position Be sure you do not put anything on top of the autolight sensor located in the top driver side of the instrument panel The autolight sensor controls the autolight if it is covered the autolight sensor reacts as if it is dark out and the headlights will illumi nate If this occurs while parked with the engine off and the key in the ON position your vehicle s battery could become dis charged Headlight beam select To select the high beam function push the lever forward The high beam lights come on and the light illuminates 2 Pull the lever back to select the low beam 3 Pulling and releasing the lever flashes the headlight high beams on and off Battery saver system If the igni
55. show premature wear rust and corrosion Why should you take a chance In over 40 states the law says you must be advised if non genuine parts are used to repair your vehicle And some states have enacted laws that restrict insurance companies from authoriz ing the use of non genuine collision parts during the new vehicle warranty These laws help pro tect you so you can take action to protect your self It s your right If you should need further information visit us at www nissanusa com Technical and consumer information 9 21 MEMO 9 22 Technical and consumer information 10 Index A Air bag See supplemental restraint SSC a phe ee a ee 1 8 Air bag warning light 1 20 2 10 Air cleaner housing filter 8 22 Air conditioner Air conditioner operation 4 5 Air conditioner service 4 12 Air conditioner specification label 9 11 Air conditioner system refrigerant and lubrication recommendations 9 6 Heater and air conditioner controls 2 on ae te 6 oe Gb ce ho 4 3 4 11 Servicing air conditioner 4 12 Air flowcharts 2 2 0200048 4 6 Alarm system See vehicle security system 2 12 Anchor point locations 1 38 Antenna 2 ee 4 28 Anti lock brake system ABS 5 18 Anti lock brake warning light 2 8 ArmrestS 1 0 aa te 1 7 Audible reminders 4 2 12 Audio system 630 00
56. slack in the belt retractor is in the automatic locking mode child restraint mode It reverts back to emergency locking mode when the seat belt is fully retracted Seats restraints and supplemental air bag systems 1 33 WRS0252 Front Facing step 5 Before placing the child in the child restraint use force to tilt the child restraint from side to side and tug it forward to make sure that itis securely held in place It should not move more than 1 inch Check that the retractor is in the automatic locking mode by trying to pull more seat belt out of the retractor If you cannot pull any more belt webbing out of the retractor the retractor is in the automatic locking mode Check to make sure that the child restraint is properly secured prior to each use If the belt is not locked repeat steps 3 through 6 After the child restraint is removed and the seat belt is fully retracted the automatic locking mode child restraint mode is canceled 1 34 Seats restraints and supplemental air bag systems WRS0261 Rear Facing outboard step 1 Rear facing When you install a child restraint in the rear seat follow these steps 1 Position the child restraint on the seat The direction of the child restraint depends on the type of the child restraint and the size of the child Always follow the restraint manu facturer s instructions WRS0262 Rear Facing center step 1 WRSO150 Rear Faci
57. switch The rear passenger window switches open or close only the corresponding passenger window To open the window push the switch and hold it down 1 To close the window pull the switch up Locking passengers windows When the window lock button is depressed only the driver side window can be opened or closed Push it again to cancel the window lock function Automatic operation To fully open the driver or passenger side win dow press the driver window switch down only driver side shown to the second detent and release it it need not be held The window auto matically opens all the way To stop the window lift the switch up while the window is opening Auto reverse function If the control unit detects something caught in the window as it is closing the window will be imme diately lowered The auto reverse function can be activated when the window is closed by automatic operation when the ignition key is in the ON position or for 45 seconds after the ignition key is turned to the OFF position Depending on the environment or driving conditions the auto reverse function may be activated if an impact or load similar to something being caught in the window oc curs AWARNING There are some small distances immedi ately before the closed position which cannot be detected Make sure that all passengers have their hands etc inside the vehicle before closing the window SUNROOF if so equipped DOW
58. the disc is set to a play position 4 The indicator changes from blinking green to solid green and the display shows the Disc number Track number and Elapsed Time A v FF fast forward REW rewind buttons When the TUNE FF REV amp or V but ton is pressed while the compact disc is playing the compact disc plays at an increased speed while fast forwarding or rewinding When the button is released the CD returns to normal play ale SEEK TRACK buttons When amp is Gace while the compact disc is playing the selection following the present one starts to play from the beginning Press amp several times to skip several selections Each time the button is pressed the CD advances 1 additional selection The track number appears in the display window When the last selection on the compact disc is skipped the first selection is played When is pressed the selection being played returns to the beginning Press V several times to skip back several selections Each time the button is pressed the CD moves back 1 selection If the play pattern is in MIX mode when the button is pressed the next ran dom selection will be played MIX PTY Press the MIX PTY button to change CD play patterns Repeat Mix All Mix Normal Play Repeat Press the MIX PTY button lt 1 5 seconds once to repeat the current track The 1 icon is turned on and the display shows Repeat Track for 2 s
59. the ignition switch is turned to the ON position This allows the vehicle to be moved if the battery is discharged To push the shift lock release complete the fol lowing procedure 1 Turn the ignition key to the LOCK position and remove the key 2 Apply the parking brake 3 Remove the shift lock release cover as shown 4 Insert a small screwdriver in the shift lock release slot and push down 5 Move the shift selector lever to the N Neu tral position while holding down the shift lock release 6 Turn the key to the ON position to unlock the steering wheel Now the vehicle may be moved to the desired location If the shift selector lever cannot be moved out of P Park have a NISSAN dealer check the auto matic transmission system as soon as possible AWARNING If the selector lever cannot be moved from the P Park position while the engine is running and the brake pedal is depressed the stop lights may not work Malfunction ing stop lights could cause an accident injuring yourself and others Starting and driving 5 9 Accelerator downshift in D position For passing or hill climbing depress the accel erator pedal to the floor This shifts the transmis sion down into a lower gear depending on the vehicle speed Fail safe When the fail safe operation occurs the next time the key is turned to the ON position the light in the instrument cluster of the selected shift position will blink
60. the seat The side air bag and curtain side impact air bag inflate with great force Do not allow anyone to place their hand leg or face near the side air bag on the side of the seatback of the front seat or near the side roof rails Do not allow anyone sitting in the front seats or rear out board seats to extend their hand out of the window or lean against the door Some examples of dangerous riding positions are shown in the previous A WARNING illustrations Do not lean against the door When sitting in the rear seat do not hold onto the seatback of the front seat If the side air bag inflates you may be seriously injured Be especially careful with children who should always be properly restrained Some examples of dangerous riding positions are shown in the illustrations e Do not use seat covers on the front seatbacks They may interfere with supplemental side air bag inflation Seats restraints and supplemental air bag systems 1 13 1 14 Seats restraints and supplemental air bag systems 1 SRS curtain side impact air bag right if so equipped 2 Supplemental side air bag modules if so equipped 3 SRS curtain side impact air bag mod ule if so equipped ot e e Satellite sensors Seat belt pre tensioner retractor Diagnosis sensor unit Supplemental front air bag modules Crash zone sensor 9 SRS curtain side impact air bag left if SO equipped 10 Seat belt buckle switches Supplemen
61. to loosen the dirt and wash away road salt A damp chamois can be used to dry the vehicle to avoid water spots WAXING Regular waxing protects the paint surface and helps retain new vehicle appearance After wax ing polishing is recommended to remove built up residue and to avoid a weathered ap pearance A NISSAN dealer can assist you in choosing the proper product Wax your vehicle only after a thorough wash ing Follow the instructions supplied with the wax Do not use a wax containing any abrasives cutting compounds or cleaners that may damage the vehicle finish lf the surface does not polish easily use a road tar remover and wax again Machine compounding or aggressive polishing ona base coat clear coat paint finish may dull the finish or leave swirl marks REMOVING SPOTS Remove tar and oil spots industrial dust insects and tree sap as quickly as possible from the surface of the paint to avoid lasting damage or staining Special cleaning products are available at a NISSAN dealer or any automotive accessory store UNDERBODY In areas where road salt is used in winter it is necessary to clean the underbody regularly in order to prevent dirt and salt from building up and causing the acceleration of corrosion on the un derbody and suspension Before the winter pe riod and again in the spring the underseal must be checked and if necessary retreated Ot x WAI0007 GLASS
62. turned on its brightness or color varies slightly However the color and brightness will soon stabilize The life of xenon headlights will be shortened by frequent on off opera tion It is generally desirable not to turn off the headlights for short intervals for example when the vehicle stops at a traffic signal Even when the daytime running lights are active Canada only the xenon headlights do not turn on This way the life of the xenon head lights is not reduced If the xenon headlight bulb is close to burning out the brightness will drasti cally decrease the light will start blink ing or the color of the light will be come reddish If one or more of the above signs appear contact a NISSAN dealer WIC0312 Type A HEADLIGHT CONTROL SWITCH Lighting AM When turning the switch to the gt 4 posi tion the front parking tail license plate and instrument panel lights come on 2 When turning the switch to the 2 posi tion the headlights come on and all the other lights remain on Type B W1ICO313 WIC0314 Type C Instruments and controls 2 19 WIC0274 Autolight system if so equipped The autolight sensor 4 is located on the instru ment panel The autolight system allows the headlights to be set so they turn on and off automatically The autolight system can Turn on the headlights automatically when it is dark See your NISSAN dealer to have the autolight activation
63. 1 41 2 Instruments and controls Instrument panel ic eedectsecwce Sac ceneueeteenaeats 2 2 Meters and gauges 5 cnusecvcewiedewwieer entewed oes 2 3 Speedometer and odometer 00ceeeaees 2 3 Tip COMpPUlel wsceseecenedd retein Gem dee E 2 4 Tachometer scout oeckxetenk a aa aia eaii 2 5 Engine coolant temperature gauge 2 6 EE OAUOG A E see eee eer E E 2 7 Warning indicator lights and audible reminders 2 8 Checking DUIDS 2 lt scawsetanevannevanetneweasas 2 8 Waming ORNIS feeece lt Geet ce eee eee n renne 2 8 INGICEION GINS 22420 ceegeewctals nesses nesses 2 10 Audible reminders 00 cece eee eee 2 12 SECUNLY SYSIEMS sanenviweensden aches sen baw ears 2 12 Nissan vehicle immobilizer system NVIS 2 12 Vehicle security system if so equipped 2 14 Windshield wiper and washer switch 2 16 Switch Operati 24 c600200 oeereeadene Casa nee 2 16 Rear window defroster switch 2 17 Headlight and turn signal switch 2 18 Xenon headlights eaa crete sted eee eeseeere ces 2 18 Headlight control switch 0 2 19 Daytime running light system Canada only 2 21 Instrument brightness control 05 2 22 Tum signal SwitOh ccd dantedneuegunwerckesuecs 2 22 Fog light switch if so equipped 8 2 22 Hazard warning flasher switch 000005s 2 24 FCM dentitededance Pelucepeueea
64. 4 Run the engine for one minute without de pressing the brake pedal then turn it off Depress the brake pedal several times The pedal travel distance will decrease gradually with each depression as the vacuum is re leased from the booster If the brakes do not operate properly have the brakes checked by a NISSAN dealer FUSES ENGINE COMPARTMENT A CAUTION Never use a fuse of a higher amperage rating than specified on the fuse box cover This could damage the electrical system or cause a fire If any electrical equipment does not come on check for an open fuse 1 Be sure the ignition switch and the headlight switch are OFF 2 Open the engine hood Maintenance and do it yourself 8 27 3 Remove the fuse box cover by pushing the tab and lifting the cover up 4 Remove the fuse with the fuse puller The fuse puller is located in the center of the fuse block in the passenger compartment 5 If the fuse is open replace it with a new fuse 6 If a new fuse also opens have the electrical system checked and repaired by a NISSAN dealer Fusible links If the electrical equipment does not operate and fuses are in good condition check the fusible links If any of these fusible links are melted replace with only genuine NISSAN parts 8 28 Maintenance and do it yourself PASSENGER COMPARTMENT A CAUTION Never use a fuse of a higher amperage rating than specified on the fuse box cover This could
65. 4 bo oh Om wh A 4 13 FM AM radio with compact disc CD Range xo 2 0 8 dineo S08 oo ee ee 4 20 FM AM radio with compact disc CD Playor ee cna cee Ae Oe ee OE 4 15 Radio 66 e2n46 6666 oe me oo oes 4 13 PULONGNUSWHED ie s lt ee ae eae em 2 20 Automatic Automatic power window switch 2 34 Automatic transmission fluid ATF 8 14 Driving with automatic transmission 5 7 Transmission selector lever lock release 5 9 B BANS e o ot Ge ok te ee a op He Ge A 8 18 Charge warning light 2 9 Battery replacement See remote keyless entry system 3 8 8 30 Before starting the engine 5 6 Belts See drive belts 8 20 Brake Anti lock brake system ABS 5 18 Brake DOOStEl ai ine we eee dw ees 8 27 Brake fluid 22 6 4 5 6 4 Saw 8 16 Brake light See stop light 8 33 Brake pedal 2 8 26 Brake system 024 5 17 Brake warning light 2 9 Brake wear indicators 2 12 8 27 Parking brake check 8 26 Parking brake operation 5 12 Self adjusting brakes 8 27 Break in schedule 5 14 Brightness control Instrument panel 2 2 22 Bulb check instrument panel 2 8 Bulb replacement 8 33 C Capacities and recommended fuel lubricants a aooaa aa 9 2 Car phone or CBradio 4 28 Cargo See vehicle loadin
66. 5 x 81 4 213 45 3 498 1 2 3 4 5 6 Firing order Idle speed M T A T in N position Ignition timing degree B T D C at idle speed See the Emission Control label on the underside of the hood CO at idle Spark plug Standard Hot Cold in mm PLFR5A 1 1 PLFR4A 11 PLFR6A 11 0 043 1 1 PLFR5A 1 1 PLFR4A 11 PLFR6A 11 0 043 1 1 Spark plug gap Nominal Camshaft operation Timing chain Timing chain The spark ignition system of this vehicle meets all requirements of the Canadian Interference Causing Equipment Regulations Technical and consumer information 9 7 WHEELS AND TIRES Wheels Steel Aluminum T type Spare Offset in mm Tire size All 2 5 models All 3 5 models Spare tire Spare tire Speed rating 2 5L 3 5L A T 3 5L M T 1 if so equipped 16 x 6 5JJ 17x 7 16 x 4T 1 57 40 205 65R16 215 55R17 T135 70D16 T135 90D16 T H V 9 8 Technical and consumer information DIMENSIONS AND WEIGHTS Overall length Overall width Overall height Front tread Rear tread Wheelbase Gross vehicle weight rating Gross axle weight rating Front Rear in mm in mm in mm in mm in mm in mm Ib kg Ib kg Ib kg 191 5 4 864 70 4 1 788 57 9 1 471 61 0 1 549 61 2 1 554 110 2 2 799 See the F M V S S certification label on the center pillar between the driver s side front and rear doors WHE
67. 7 Defogger switch Starting the eNgiNes s a ep aa a aa 5 6 Fusible links 0 00005 8 28 Rear window defogger switch 2 17 Exhaust gas Carbon monoxide 5 2 Dimensions and weights 9 8 Eyeglass case ee 9 98 Door locks ack ay He cok Bom we Ae 3 3 G Door open warning light 2 9 Drive DeliGy e 664 pa dam B48 amp Be a 8 20 F Garage door opener HomeLink Universal Driving Transceiver 2 eee es 2 38 Cold weather driving 5 20 Flashers Gas Cap 66 4 66 6 04 40k oe Re 3 13 Driving with automatic transmission 5 7 See hazard warning flasher switch 2 24 Gauge Driving with manual transmission 5 10 Flat tite woe ee oe ee ew oe ey 6 2 Engine coolant temperature gauge 2 6 Precautions when starting and driving 5 2 Floor mat positioning aid 7 4 Fuel gauge 2 00 eee eee 2 7 Fluid Odometer a oaa 0 00 ee eee ees 2 3 Automatic transmission fluid ATF 8 14 Speedometer Se ee ee tee eee ee 9 3 E Brake fluid 000 eae 8 16 Tachometer 2 ee ee eee 9 5 Capacities and recommended Tip odometet 2 45404 2 2 ab os 2 3 Economy fuel 2 ee eee eee 5 15 fuel lubricants 0 008 eae 9 2 General maintenance 8 2 Emission control information label 9 11 Clutch fluid lt lt lt ee a eeu ee amp os 8 17 Glove box ee ec ee L L a La 9 99 Emission control system warranty
68. A B or C from 1 6 are scanned for 5 seconds Canceling Preset Scan mode Pressing any button except CLOCK EJECT MIX and CD cancels the Preset Scan mode Speed Sensitive Control Volume SCV if so equipped Your vehicle has Speed Sensitive Control Vol ume SCV for audio The audio volume changes as the driving speed changes Press and hold the MENU button gt 2 seconds until the radio beeps to start the editing mode Press the MENU button until the display shows SCV This display will last 2 seconds and then change to OFF Press TUNE FF REV amp or VW to change between Off Low Mid High Compact disc CD player operation Turn the ignition key to the ACC or ON position A CAUTION Do not force a compact disc into the CD insert slot This could damage the CD and or CD changer player Trying to load a CD with the CD door closed could damage the CD and or CD changer cp CD button When the CD button is pressed with a compact disc loaded and the radio playing the radio turns off and the last used compact disc starts to play A Vv FF Fast Forward REW Rewind buttons When the TUNE FF REV amp or V but ton is pressed while the compact disc is playing the compact disc plays at an increased speed while fast forwarding or rewinding When the button is released the compact disc returns to normal my T SEEK TRACK buttons When amp is playing the selection fol
69. ED SAE VISCOSITY NUMBER SAE 5W 30 viscosity oil is preferred for all temperatures SAE 10W 30 or SAE 10W 40 viscosity oils may be used if the ambient temperature is above 0 F 18 C AIR CONDITIONER SYSTEM REFRIGERANT AND LUBRICANT RECOMMENDATIONS The air conditioner system in your NISSAN vehicle must be charged with the refriger ant HFC 134a R 134a and the lubricant NISSAN A C system oil DH PS or the exact equivalents A CAUTION The use of any other refrigerant or lubri cant will cause severe damage to the air conditioning system and will require the replacement of all air conditioner system components The refrigerant HFC 134a R 134a in your NISSAN vehicle does not harm the earth s ozone layer Although this refrigerant does not affect the earth s atmosphere certain government regula tions require the recovery and recycling of any refrigerant during automotive air conditioner sys tem service A NISSAN dealer has the trained technicians and equipment needed to recover and recycle your air conditioner system refriger ant Contact a NISSAN dealer when servicing your air conditioner system SPECIFICATIONS ENGINE Model QR25DE VQ35DE Gasoline 4 cycle DOHC Type Cylinder arrangement Bore x Stroke Displacement in mm cu in cm 4 cylinder in line 3 5 x 3 9 89 0 x 100 0 151 82 2 488 1 3 4 2 Gasoline 4 cycle DOHC 6 cylinder V block Slanted at 60 3 760 x 3 205 95
70. EM if so equipped The vehicle security system provides visual and audio alarm signals if parts of the vehicle are disturbed 2 14 Instruments and controls W1IC0270 Security indicator light Vehicle secu rity system The security indicator light is located on the instrument panel near the windshield The security indicator light shows the status of the vehicle security system The light operates whenever the ignition switch is in the LOCK OFF or ACC position The vehicle security system has four phases For each phase the operation of the security indicator light is different Security indicator light operation Security indicator light output Disarmed Blinks every 3 0 seconds Pre armed Steady light for 30 seconds Blinks every 3 0 seconds Alarm activated Disarming alarm No light LIC0053 How to arm the vehicle security sys tem 1 Close all windows The system can be armed even if the windows are open 2 Remove the key from the ignition switch 3 Close the trunk lid and all doors Lock all doors The doors can be locked with the key power door lock switch or with the keyfob Keyfob operation Push the button on the keyfob All doors lock The hazard lights flash twice and the horn beeps once to indicate all doors are locked When the button is pushed with all doors locked the hazard lights flash twice and the horn beeps once as a re minder that the doors are
71. EMO MEMO GAS STATION INFORMATION RECOMMENDED FUEL For 2 5L engine Use unleaded regular gasoline with an octane rating of at least 87 AKI Anti Knock Index num ber Research octane number 91 For 3 5L engine Use unleaded regular gasoline with an octane rating of at least 87 AKI Anti Knock Index num ber Research octane number 91 For improved performance NISSAN recom mends the use of unleaded premium gasoline with an octane rating of at least 91 AKI number Research octane number 96 A CAUTION e Using a fuel other than that specified could adversely affect the emission control system and may also affect the warranty coverage e Under no circumstances should a leaded gasoline be used because this will damage the three way catalyst For additional information see Capacities and recommended fuel lubricants in the Technical and consumer information section RECOMMENDED ENGINE OIL e API Certification Mark API grade SL Energy Conserving e ILSAC grade GF IIl 5W 30 Viscosity preferred See Engine oil and oil filter recommendation in the Technical and consumer information sec tion of this manual TIRE COLD PRESSURE See tire placard RECOMMENDED NEW VEHICLE BREAK IN PROCEDURE During the first 1 200 miles 2 000 km of vehicle use follow the recommendations outlined in the BREAK IN SCHEDULE information found in the Starting and driving section of this manual
72. ER OPERATION Heating This mode is used to direct heated air to the foot outlets Some air also flows from the defrost outlets 1 Push the button to the off position for normal heating 2 Turn the air flow control dial to the Fad position 3 Turn the fan control dial to the desired posi tion 4 Turn the temperature control dial to the de sired position between the middle and the hot position Ventilation This mode directs outside air to the side and center ventilators 1 Push the 7 amp 2 button to the off position gt a 2 Turn the air flow control dial to the position 3 Turn the fan control dial to the desired posi tion 4 4 Heater air conditioner and audio systems 4 Turn the temperature control dial to the de sired position Defrosting or defogging This mode directs the air to the defrost outlets to defrost defog the windows 1 Turn the air flow control dial to the Cy position 2 Turn the fan control dial to the desired posi tion 3 Turn the temperature control dial to the de sired position between the middle and the hot position To quickly remove ice or fog from the win dows turn the fan control dial to 4 and the temperature control lever to the full HOT position When the 7 position is selected the air conditioner automatically turns on however the indicator light will not illuminate if the outside temperature is more than 36 37 F 2 3 C The air
73. ERIOR LIGHTS Headlight assembly Low Halogen 55 H1 Low Xenon special D2R High 60 HB3 9005 Park Turn Sidemarker 27 8 1157 Front fog light 55 HB4 9006 Step light 158 Rear combination light Tail Stop 3157 Turn 3156 Backup reversing 912 Sidemarker 168 License plate light 168 High mounted stop light Inside 18 921 See a NISSAN dealer Spoiler if so equipped for assistance Interior light a Map light Trunk light 3 4 Glove box light if so equipped 3 4 Always check with the Parts Department at a NISSAN dealer for the latest parts information Maintenance and do it yourself 8 33 8 34 Maintenance and do it yourself Oo oe NS Map light Interior light Step light Fog light Rear combination light License plate light Trunk light High mount stoplight Headlamp assembly Replacement procedures All other lights are either type A B C or D When replacing a bulb first remove the lens lamp and or cover 4 Indicates bulb removal t Indicates bulb installation WDI0233 Interior light Use a cloth 1 to protect the interior light hous ing WDI0234 Step light Maintenance and do it yourself 8 35 _ ff Z Cah ICER mae big License plate light 8 36 Maintenance and do it yourself Map light Models with sunroof Maintenance and do it yourself 8 37 Map light Models without sunroof 8 38 Maintenanc
74. FOREWORD Welcome to the growing family of new NISSAN owners This vehicle is delivered to you with confidence It was produced using the latest techniques and strict quality control This manual was prepared to help you under stand the operation and maintenance of your vehicle so that you may enjoy many miles kilome ters of driving pleasure Please read through this manual before operating your vehicle A separate Warranty Information Booklet explains details about the warranties cov ering your vehicle The NISSAN Service and Maintenance Guide explains details about maintaining and servicing your ve hicle Additionally a separate Customer Care Lemon Law Booklet U S only will explain how to resolve any concerns you may have with your vehicle as well as clarify your rights under your state s lemon law Your NISSAN dealership knows your vehicle best When you require any service or have any questions they will be glad to assist you with the extensive resources available to them READ FIRST THEN DRIVE SAFELY Before driving your vehicle please read this Own er s Manual carefully This will ensure familiarity with controls and maintenance requirements as sisting you in the safe operation of your vehicle AWARNING IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION RE MINDERS FOR SAFETY Follow these important driving rules to help ensure a safe and complete trip for you and your passengers e NEVER drive under the influence
75. High beam indicator light Blue Malfunction indicator lamp MIL Slip indicator light TCS Traction control system off indicator light Turn signal hazard indicator lights Turn off the engine and start it again by slowly turning the ignition key quickly do ing so may cause the ABS light to stay on when there is nothing wrong If the light stays on have the system checked by a NISSAN dealer If an abnormality occurs in the system the anti lock function ceases but the regular braking system continues to operate If the light comes on while you are driving contact a NISSAN dealer for repair r O Brake warning light This light functions for both the parking brake and the foot brake systems When the ignition key is in the ON position the light comes on when the parking brake is applied and also warns of a low brake fluid level If the light comes on while the engine is running with the parking brake not applied stop the vehicle and perform the following 1 Check the brake fluid level Add brake fluid as necessary See Brake and clutch fluid in the Maintenance and do it yourself sec tion of this manual 2 If the brake fluid level is correct have the brake system checked by a NISSAN dealer A WARNING e Your brake system may not be working properly if the warning light is on Driv ing could be dangerous If you judge it to be safe drive carefully to the nearest service station for repa
76. ING e Do not stop or park the vehicle over flammable materials such as dry grass waste paper or rags They may ignite and cause a fire 5 16 Starting and driving Safe parking procedures require that both the parking brake be set and the transmission placed into P Park for automatic transmission models or in an appropriate gear for manual transmis sion models Failure to do so could cause the vehicle to move unexpectedly or roll away and result in an accident Make sure the shift lever has been pushed as far forward as it can go and cannot be moved without depressing the foot brake pedal Never leave the engine running while the vehicle is unattended Do not leave children unattended inside the vehicle They could unknowingly ac tivate switches or controls Unattended children could become involved in seri ous accidents Firmly apply the parking brake Manual transmission models Place the shift lever in the R Reverse posi tion When parking on an uphill grade place the shift lever in 1st gear Automatic transmission models Move the shift selector lever to the P Park position To help prevent the vehicle from rolling into traffic when parked on an incline It is a good practice to turn the wheels as illustrated HEADED DOWNHILL WITH CURB Turn the wheels into the curb and move the vehicle forward until the curb side wheel gently touches the curb HEADED UPHILL WITH CURB Turn the whe
77. Incase of emergency A CAUTION Tow chains or cables must be attached only to the main structural members of the vehicle Pulling devices should be routed so they do not touch any part of the sus pension steering brake or cooling systems Always pull the cable straight out from the front or rear of the vehicle Never pull the vehicle at an angle Pull devices such as ropes or canvas straps are not recommended for use in vehicle towing or recovery FLAT TOWING Towing your vehicle with all four wheels on the ground is sometimes called flat towing This method is sometimes used when towing a vehicle behind a recreational vehicle such as a motor home A CAUTION Failure to follow these guidelines can result in severe transmission damage Whenever flat towing your vehicle al ways tow forward never backward e DO NOT tow any automatic transmis sion vehicle with all four wheels on the ground flat towing Doing so WILL DAMAGE internal transmission parts due to lack of transmission lubrication For emergency towing procedures refer to Towing recommended by NISSAN in the In case of emergency section of this manual Automatic Transmission To tow a vehicle equipped with an automatic transmission an appropriate vehicle dolly MUST be placed under the towed vehicle s drive wheels Always follow the dolly manufacturer s recommendations when using their product Manual Transmission
78. LLATION rA S H TAY f s lt en SUPPORTING TABS ON HOUSING 4 MICRO FILTER ON DS FEL Housing Housing Cover 8 24 Maintenance and do it yourself NOTE Make sure the filter sits on top of the 2 supporting tabs on the housing 4 Replace the cover by inserting the upper tabs inside the housing slot and pushing the hook tabs until they snap on to the housing lip 5 Install the glove box door 6 Fill out the date information on the small replacement label and attach it to the glove box lid WINDSHIELD WIPER BLADES CLEANING If your windshield is not clear after using the windshield washer or if a wiper blade chatters when running wax or other material may be on the blade or windshield Clean the outside of the windshield with a washer solution or a mild detergent Your windshield is clean if beads do not form when rinsing with clear water Clean each blade by wiping it with a cloth soaked in a washer solution or a mild detergent Then rinse the blades with clear water If your wind shield is still not clear after cleaning the blades and using the wiper replace the blades A CAUTION Worn windshield wiper blades can dam age the windshield and impair driver vision REPLACING Replace the wiper blades if they are worn Q Lift the wiper arm away from the windshield 2 Push the release tab then move the wiper blade down the wiper arm to remove 3 Remo
79. MENTAL AIR BAG WARNING LIGHT The supplemental air bag warning light displaying A in the instrument panel moni tors the circuits of the supplemental front air bag supplemental side air bag and curtain side impact air bag if so equipped and pre tensioner seat belt systems The circuits monitored by the supplemental air bag warning light are the diag nosis sensor unit crash zone sensor satellite sensors front air bag modules side air bag mod ules curtain side impact air bag modules pre tensioner seat belts and all related wiring 1 20 Seats restraints and supplemental air bag systems When the ignition key is in the ON or START position the supplemental air bag warning light illuminates for about 7 seconds and then turns off This means the system is operational If any of the following conditions occur the supplemental front air bag supplemental side air bag and curtain side impact air bag if so equipped and pre tensioner seat belt systems need servicing The supplemental air bag warning light re mains on after approximately 7 seconds The supplemental air bag warning light flashes intermittently The supplemental air bag warning light does not come on at all Under these conditions the supplemental front air bag supplemental side air bags and curtain side impact air bag if so equipped or pre tensioner seat belt systems may not operate properly It must be checked and repaired Take your vehicle
80. N OPEN L a U ELECTRIC SUNROOF This sunroof operates with the ignition switch in the ON position or for about 45 seconds after the ignition switch is turned to the OFF position NOTE If the battery is discharged or is discon nected the sunroof may not operate cor rectly and must be reset From any sunroof position full open partially open closed partially vented and vented push and hold the button in the forward position until the sunroof vents in the full up position This resets the sunroof motor memory and now the sunroof will operate correctly Sliding the sunroof To open the sunroof push the switch toward DOWN OPEN To close the sunroof push the switch toward UP CLOSE Tilting the sunroof Close the sunroof by pushing the switch toward UP CLOSE Release the switch then push the UP CLOSE switch to tilt the sunroof up To tilt the sunroof down push the switch toward DOWN OPEN Sun shade Open and close the sun shade by sliding it for ward or backward A WARNING in an accident you could be thrown from the vehicle through an open sunroof Always use seat belts and child restraints instruments and controls 2 35 INTERIOR LIGHT e Do not allow anyone to stand up or extend any portion of their body out of the sunroof opening while the vehicle is in motion or while the sunroof is closing A CAUTION Remove water drops snow ice or sand from the sunroof before open
81. N TRAVELING OR REGISTERING YOUR VEHICLE IN ANOTHER COUNTRY When planning to drive your NISSAN ve hicle in another country you should first find out if the fuel available is suitable for your vehi cle s engine Using fuel with an octane rating that is too low may cause engine damage All gasoline vehicles must be operated with unleaded gasoline There fore avoid taking your vehicle to areas where appropriate fuel is not available When transferring the registration of your vehicle to another country state province or district it may be necessary to modify the vehicle to meet local laws and regulations The laws and regulations for motor vehicle emis sion control and safety standards vary according to the country state province or district there fore vehicle specifications may differ When any vehicle is to be taken into an other country state province or district and registered its modifications transpor tation and registration are the responsibil ity of the user NISSAN is not responsible for any inconvenience that may result VEHICLE IDENTIFICATION VEHICLE IDENTIFICATION NUMBER VIN PLATE The vehicle identification number VIN plate is attached as shown This number is the identifica tion for your vehicle and is used in the vehicle registration VEHICLE IDENTIFICATION NUMBER chassis number The vehicle identification number is located as shown Technical and consumer information 9 9
82. N button gt 1 5 seconds to scan the first track of all the loaded discs for 7 seconds per track The display shows All Disc Scan for 2 seconds and then shows the track number and elapsed time as normal The SCAN icon is flashed during Scan mode The Scan mode is canceled once it scans through all the loaded discs or if the SCAN button is pressed during Scan mode a Eject CD Current disc 1 Press the amp button 2 The green indicator starts to blink and the display shows Disc Eject for 2 seconds The display then changes to Ejecting Disc 3 The disc ejects Remove the disc If the disc is not removed within 15 seconds the disc will reload 4 The indicator and symbol for the disc are turned off Select a disc 1 Press then the amp the desired disc button press 2 The green indicator starts blinking and the display shows Disc Eject for 2 seconds The display then changes to Ejecting Disc 3 The disc ejects Remove the disc If the disc is not removed within 15 seconds the disc will reload 4 26 Heater air conditioner and audio systems 4 The indicator and symbol for the disc are turned off All discs 1 Press and hold the amp beeps gt 1 5 seconds button until it 2 Lowest used disc number indicator blinks green and display shows All Disc Eject for 2 seconds The display then changes to Ejecting Disc 3 When a disc is re
83. NER S MANUAL SERVICE MANUAL ORDER INFORMATION Genuine Nissan Service Manuals GET THE J gt INSIDE STORY 9 20 Technical and consumer information A genuine NISSAN Service Manual is the best source of service and repair information for your vehicle Filled with wiring diagrams illustrations and step by step diagnostic and adjustment pro cedures this manual is the same one used by the factory trained technicians working at NISSAN dealerships Also available are genuine NISSAN Owner s Manuals and genuine NISSAN Service and Owner s Manuals for older NISSAN models For USA For current pricing and availability of genuine NISSAN Service Manuals for the 2000 model year and later contact Tweddle Litho Company 1 800 639 8841 www nissan techinfo com For current pricing and availability of genuine NISSAN Service Manuals for the 1999 model year and prior see a NISSAN dealer or contact DDS Distribution Service Ltd 20770 Westwood Road Strongsville OH 44136 1 800 247 5321 For current pricing and availability of genuine NISSAN Owner s Manuals for the 2003 model year and prior see a NISSAN dealer or contact DDS Distribution Service Ltd 20770 Westwood Road Strongsville OH 44136 1 800 247 5321 For Canada To purchase a copy of a genuine NISSAN Ser vice Manual or Owner s Manual please contact your nearest NISSAN dealer For the phone num ber and location of a NISSAN dealer in your area call the NIS
84. RAKE FLUID Check the brake fluid level in the reservoir If the fluid level is below the MIN line or the brake warning light comes on add Genuine NISSAN Super Heavy Duty Brake Fluid or equivalent DOT 3 fluid up to the MAX line If fluid must be added frequently the system should be checked by a NISSAN dealer CLUTCH FLUID Check the clutch fluid level in the reservoir manual transmissions only If the fluid level is below the MIN line add Genuine NISSAN Super Heavy Duty Brake Fluid or equivalent DOT 3 fluid up to the MAX line If fluid must be added fre quently the system should be checked by a NISSAN dealer For further brake and clutch fluid specification information refer to Capacities and recom mended fuel lubricants in the Technical and consumer information section of this manual AWARNING Use only new fluid from a sealed con tainer Old inferior or contaminated fluid may damage the brake and clutch sys tems The use of improper fluids can dam age the brake system and affect the vehi cle s stopping ability A CAUTION Do not spill the fluid on any painted sur faces This will damage the paint If fluid is spilled immediately wash the surface with water WINDOW WASHER FLUID WINDOW WASHER FLUID RESERVOIR Fill the window washer fluid reservoir periodically Add window washer fluid when the light comes on if so equipped To fill the window washer fluid reservoir lift the cap o
85. RNING Infants and children need special protec tion The vehicle s seat belts may not fit them properly The shoulder belt may come too close to the face or neck The lap belt may not fit over their small hip bones In an accident an improperly fit ting seat belt could cause serious or fatal injury Always use appropriate child restraints All U S states and Canadian provinces or terri tories require the use of approved child restraints for infants and small children See Child Re straints later in this section In addition there are many types of child re straints available for larger children which should be used for maximum protection NISSAN recommends that all pre teens and children be restrained in the rear seat According to accident statistics children are safer when properly restrained in the rear seat than in the front seat This is especially important because your vehicle has a supplemental restraint system Air bag system for the front passenger See Supplemental restraint system earlier in this section Infants and small children NISSAN recommends that infants and small chil dren be placed in child restraints that comply with Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standards or Ca nadian Motor Vehicle Safety Standards You should choose a child restraint that fits your ve hicle and always follow the manufacturer s in structions for installation and use Larger children Children who are too larg
86. Remember that towing a trailer places additional loads on your vehicle s engine drive train steering brak ing and other systems A Nissan Trailer Towing Guide U S only is available from a NISSAN dealer This guide in cludes information on trailer towing ability and the special equipment required for proper towing MAXIMUM LOAD LIMITS Maximum trailer loads Never allow the total trailer load to exceed the value specified in the Towing Load Specification Chart found later in this section The total trailer load equals trailer weight plus its cargo weight Towing loads greater than specified or using improper towing equipment could adversely af fect vehicle handling braking and performance The ability of your vehicle to tow a trailer is not only related to the maximum trailer loads but also the places you plan to tow Tow weights appro priate for level highway driving may have to be reduced on very steep grades or in low traction situations for example on slippery boat ramps 9 14 Technical and consumer information A CAUTION Vehicle damage resulting from improper towing procedures are not covered by NISSAN warranties A NISSAN Trailer Towing Guide U S only containing infor mation on trailer towing ability and the special equipment required may be ob tained from a NISSAN dealer Total trailer load Tongue load Tongue load 100 9 to 11 Total trailer load CA0009 Tongue load Keep the tongu
87. SAN Information Center at 1 800 387 0122 and a bilingual NISSAN representa tive will assist you Also available are genuine NISSAN Service and Owner s Manuals for older NISSAN models IN THE EVENT OF A COLLISION Unfortunately accidents do occur In this unlikely event there is some important information you should know Many insurance companies routinely authorize the use of non genuine collision parts in order to cut costs among other reasons Insist on the use of genuine NISSAN collision parts If you want your vehicle to be restored using parts made to NISSAN s original exacting specifica tions if you want to help it to last and hold its resale value the solution is simple Tell your insurance agent and your repair shop to only use Genuine NISSAN Collision Parts NISSAN does not warrant non NISSAN parts nor does NISSAN s warranty apply to damage caused by a non genuine part Using Genuine NISSAN Parts can help protect your personal safety preserve your warranty pro tection and maintain the resale value of your vehicle And if your vehicle was leased using Genuine NISSAN Parts may prevent or limit un necessary excess wear and tear expenses at the end of your lease NISSAN designs its hoods with crumple zones to minimize the risk that the hood will penetrate the windshield of your vehicle in an accident Non genuine imitation parts may not provide such built in safeguards Also non genuine parts often
88. SCV off Press TUNE FF REV amp or V to change be tween Off Low Mid High Compact disc CD player operation Turn the ignition key to the ACC or ON position A CAUTION e Do not force a compact disc into the CD insert slot This could damage the CD and or CD changer player Trying to load a CD with the CD door closed could damage the CD and or CD changer CD6 button When the CD6 button is pressed with a compact disc loaded and the radio playing the radio turns off and the last used compact disc starts to play CD loading Press the LOAD button to start CD loading mode The following sequence will occur 1 The green indicator on the lowest available disc select button will start blinking Same as preset memory button The display shows Please Wait 2 The display changes to Insert Disc for a maximum of 15 seconds 3 During the 15 second interval insert the disc The display changes to Loading Disc 4 The CD will play after the disc is set to a play position 4 24 Heater air conditioner and audio systems 5 The indicator changes from blinking green to solid green and the display changes to show the Disc number icon Disc number Track number and Elapsed time All disc loading 1 Press and hold the LOAD button until the radio beeps gt 1 5 seconds 2 The green indicator on the lowest available disc select button will start blinking Same as preset memor
89. Seat belts help reduce the risk of injury in colli sions and rollovers In a rollover crash an unbelted person is significantly more likely to die than a person wearing a seat belt DRINKING ALCOHOL DRUGS AND DRIVING AWARNING Never drive under the influence of alcohol or drugs Alcohol in the bloodstream re duces coordination delays reaction time and impairs judgement Driving after drinking alcohol increases the likelihood of being involved in an accident injuring yourself and others Additionally if you are injured in an accident alcohol can increase the severity of the injury NISSAN is committed to safe driving However you must choose not to drive under the influence of alcohol Every year thousands of people are injured or killed in alcohol related accidents Al though the local laws vary on what is considered to be legally intoxicated the fact is that alcohol affects all people differently and most people underestimate the effects of alcohol Remember drinking and driving don t mix And that is true for drugs too over the counter pre scription and illegal drugs Don t drive if your ability to operate your vehicle is impaired by alco hol drugs or some other physical condition Starting and driving 5 3 IGNITION SWITCH AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION On automatic transmission models the ignition lock is designed so the key cannot be turned to LOCK position and removed until the shift selec tor lever i
90. Seats restraints and supplemental air bag systems AWARNING Never let children ride unrestrained or extend their hands or face out of the window Do not attempt to hold them in your lap or arms Some examples of dangerous riding positions are shown in the illustrations Seats restraints and supplemental air bag systems 1 11 AWARNING Children may be severely injured or killed when the supplemental front air bags side air bags or curtain side impact air bags inflate if they are not properly restrained Pre teens and chil dren should be properly restrained in the rear seat if possible Never install a rear facing child re straint in the front seat An inflating supplemental front air bag could seri ously injure or kill your child See Child restraints later in this section for details 1 12 Seats restraints and supplemental air bag systems Do not Jean against the door AWARNING Supplemental side air bag and curtain side impact air bag if so equipped The supplemental side air bag and cur tain side impact air bag ordinarily will not inflate in the event of a frontal im pact rear impact rollover or lower se verity side collision Always wear your seat belts to help reduce the risk or severity of injury in various kinds of accidents AWARNING The seat belts the supplemental side air bags and curtain side impact air bags are most effective when you are sitting well back and upright in
91. T position After turning the ignition key to the ON position the supplemental air bag warning light illuminates The supplemental air bag warning light will turn off after about 7 seconds if the system is operational AWARNING e Do not place any objects on the steer ing wheel pad or on the instrument panel Also do not place any objects between any occupant and the steering wheel or instrument panel Such ob jects may become dangerous projec tiles and cause injury if the supplemen tal front air bag inflates Immediately after inflation several front air bag system components will be hot Do not touch them you may se verely burn yourself 1 16 Seats restraints and supplemental air bag systems No unauthorized changes should be made to any components or wiring of the supplemental air bag system This is to prevent accidental inflation of the supplemental air bag or damage to the supplemental air bag system Do not make unauthorized changes to your vehicle s electrical system sus pension system or front end structure This could affect proper operation of the supplemental front air bag system Tampering with the supplemental front air bag system may result in serious personal injury Tampering includes changes to the steering wheel and the instrument panel assembly by placing material over the steering wheel pad and above the instrument panel or by installing additional trim material around the air bag s
92. TARTING AND DRIVING AWARNING Do not leave children impaired adults or pets alone in your vehicle They could accidentally injure themselves or oth ers through inadvertent operation of the vehicle Also on hot sunny days temperatures in a closed vehicle could quickly become high enough to cause severe or possibly fatal injuries to people or animals Closely supervise children when they are around cars to prevent them from playing and becoming locked in the trunk where they could be seriously in jured Keep the car locked with the rear seatback and trunk lid securely latched when not in use and prevent children s access to car keys EXHAUST GAS carbon monoxide AWARNING e Do not breathe exhaust gases they contain colorless and odorless carbon monoxide Carbon monoxide is danger ous It can cause unconsciousness or death 5 2 Starting and driving If you suspect that exhaust fumes are entering the vehicle drive with all win dows fully open and have the vehicle inspected immediately Do not run the engine in closed spaces such as a garage Do not park the vehicle with the engine running for any extended length of time Keep the trunk lid closed while driving otherwise exhaust gases could be drawn into the passenger compart ment If you must drive with the trunk lid open follow these precautions 1 Open all the windows 2 Set the air recirculation but ton if so equippe
93. TROL SYSTEM TCS OFF SWITCH if so equipped The vehicle should be driven with the Traction Control System TCS on for most driving condi tions When the vehicle is stuck in mud or snow the TCS reduces the engine output to reduce wheel spin The engine speed will be reduced even if the accelerator is depressed to the floor If maxi mum engine power is needed to free a stuck vehicle turn the TCS off 2 26 Instruments and controls POWER OUTLET To turn off the TCS push the TCS OFF switch The indicator will come on Push the TCS OFF switch again or restart the engine and the system will operate normally See Traction control system TCS in the Starting and driving section WICO276 Instrument panel The power outlets are for powering electrical accessories such as cellular telephones They are rated at 12 Volts 120 Watts maximum A CAUTION The outlet and plug may be hot during or immediately after use This power outlet is not designed for use with a cigarette lighter unit STORAGE plug be sure the electrical accessory Before inserting or disconnecting a being used is turned OFF Push the plug in as far as it will go If good contact is not made the plug may overheat or the internal temperature CB fuse may blow rS When not in use be sure to close the cap Do not allow water to contact the outlet WIC0277 LICOO16 Console SEATBACK POCKETS if so
94. a in the Warranty Informa tion Booklet All season tires NISSAN specifies All Season tires on some mod els to provide good performance all year includ ing snowy and icy road conditions All Season tires are identified by ALL SEASON and or M amp S on the tire sidewall Snow tires have better snow traction than All Season tires and may be more appropriate in some areas Summer tires NISSAN specifies summer tires on some models to provide superior performance on dry roads Summer tire performance is substantially re duced in snow and Ice Summer tires do not have the tire traction rating M amp S on the tire sidewall If you plan to operate your vehicle in snowy or icy conditions NISSAN recommends the use of SNOW tires or ALL SEASON tires on all four wheels Snow tires If snow tires are needed it is necessary to select tires equivalent in size and load rating to the Maintenance and do it yourself 8 41 original equipment tires If you do not it can adversely affect the safety and handling of your vehicle Generally snow tires have lower speed ratings than factory equipped tires and may not match the potential maximum vehicle speed Never ex ceed the maximum speed rating of the tire If you install snow tires they must be the same size brand construction and tread pattern on all four wheels For additional traction on icy roads studded tires may be used However some U S states and Canadian provinces
95. air to become stale and the windows to fog up Positioning of the heater and or air conditioner controls should not be done while driving so full attention may be given to vehicle operation Start the engine and operate the controls to Seated ata aah activate the air conditioner Temperature dial 7 Rear window defroster switch 8 OFF switch 9 1 ECON switch Defroster switch O AUTO switch 2 si 4 Display screen 5 Fan switch 6 Mode switch A 10 Heater air conditioner and audio systems AUTOMATIC OPERATION Cooling and or dehumidified heating auto This mode may be normally used all year round as the system automatically works to keep a con stant temperature Air flow distribution and fan speed are also controlled automatically 1 Push the AUTO button on AUTO will be displayed 2 Turn the temperature dial to the left or right to set the desired temperature Adjust the temperature dial to about 75 F 24 C for normal operation The temperature of the passenger compart ment will be maintained automatically Air flow distribution and fan speed are also con trolled automatically Heating econ The air conditioner does not activate When you need to heat only use this mode 1 Push the ECON Economy button on ECON will be displayed 2 Turn the temperature dial to the left or right to set the desired temperature The temperature of the passenger compart ment w
96. all doors will lock automatically within 5 minutes unless one of the following operations is per formed Any door is opened A key is inserted into the ignition switch and the key is turned from OFF to ON Releasing the trunk lid Push the button on the keyfob for longer than 0 5 second The trunk release button on the keyfob will not operate when the ignition switch is in the ON position The trunk lid opens The trunk lid will open when using the key fob even if the trunk lid release cancel switch is turned to OFF See Trunk lid later in this section for cancel switch infor mation Using the panic alarm If you are near your vehicle and feel threatened you may activate the panic alarm to call attention by pushing and holding the 20 button on the keyfob for longer than 0 5 second The panic alarm and headlights will stay on for 25 seconds The panic alarm stops when it has run for 25 seconds or any button is pushed on the keyfob Silencing the horn beep feature If desired the horn beep feature can be deacti vated using the keyfob To deactivate Press and hold the and A buttons for at least 2 seconds The hazard lights will flash three times to confirm that the horn beep feature has been deactivated To activate Press and hold the and f buttons for at least 2 seconds once more The hazard lights will flash once and the horn will sound once to confirm that the horn beep feature
97. ature control dial The temperature control dial allows you to adjust the temperature of the outlet air Air recirculation button NOTE The air recirculation feature is available only on those vehicles equipped with air conditioning ON position Indicator light on Interior air is recirculated inside the vehicle Push the gt button to the on position when driving on a dusty road Heater air conditioner and audio systems 4 3 to prevent traffic fumes from entering pas senger compartment for maximum cooling when using the air con ditioner OFF position Indicator light off Outside air is drawn into the passenger compart ment and distributed through the selected outlet Use the off position for normal heater or air con ditioner operation Air conditioner button if so equipped The button is provided only on vehicles equipped with an air conditioner Start the engine turn the fan control dial to the desired 1 4 position and push the 4 button to turn on the air conditioner The indicator light comes on when the air conditioner is oper ating To turn off the air conditioner push the C button again The air conditioner cooling function oper ates only when the engine is running Rear window defroster switch For more information about the rear window de froster switch see Rear window defroster switch in the Instruments and controls section of this manual HEAT
98. ay only the radio station s broadcast fre quency PTY program type PTY can be used to search for a certain program type Certain areas have a limited number of stations that transmit RDS Many stations trans mit call letters and frequencies only Searching or scanning by program type may yield a limited number of selections 1 Press the MIX PTY button The display changes from RDS PTY SEARCH to SELECT BY TUNE 2 Press TUNE FF REV amp o V up down button to choose a specific pro gram type ROCK CLASSIC ROCK SOFT ROCK TOP 40 COUNTRY JAZZ CLASSICAL OLDIES NEWS SPORTS TALK ANY 3 Press the SEEK A o Y or SCAN button to search for the next station with the selected PTY The SCAN icon flashes when the SCAN button is pressed If SCAN is selected push the PTY or SCAN button to stop on a station Heater air conditioner and audio systems 4 23 If SEEK is selected the radio automatically stops on the next radio station matching the selected program type 4 Press the PTY button again to cancel the PTY mode Speed Sensitive Control Volume SCV Your vehicle has Speed Sensitive Control Vol ume SCV for audio The audio volume changes as the driving speed changes Press and hold the MENU button gt 2 seconds until the radio beeps to start the editing mode Press the MENU button until the display shows Speed comp vol This display will last 2 sec onds and then change to
99. bjects caught in the tread If excessive wear cracks bulging or deep cuts are found the tire s should be replaced The original tires have built in tread wear indicators When the wear indica tors are visible the tire s should be replaced Improper service of the spare tire may result in serious personal injury If it is necessary to repair the spare tire con tact a NISSAN dealer For additional information regarding tires refer to Important Tire Safety In formation US or Tire Safety Informa tion Canada in the Warranty Informa tion Booklet Replacing wheels and tires When replacing a tire use the same size tread design speed rating and load carrying capacity as originally equipped Recommended types and sizes are shown in Wheels and tires in the Technical and consumer information section of this manual Maintenance and do it yourself 8 43 AWARNING The use of tires other than those recom mended or the mixed use of tires of different brands construction bias bias belted or radial or tread patterns can adversely affect the ride braking handling ground clearance body to tire clearance tire chain clearance speedometer calibration headlight aim and bumper height Some of these ef fects may lead to accidents and could result in serious personal injury If the wheels are changed for any rea son always replace with wheels which have the same off set dimension Whee
100. by the supplemental front air bag in a crash and could seri ously injure or kill your child e NISSAN recommends that child re straints be installed in the rear seat However if you must install a forward facing child restraint in the front pas senger seat move the passenger seat to the rearmost position A child restraint with a top tether strap should not be used in the front passen ger seat The three point seat belt in your vehicle is equipped with an automatic locking mode retractor which must be used when installing a child restraint Failure to use the retractor s locking mode will result in the child restraint not being properly secured The re straint could tip over or otherwise be unsecured and cause injury to the child in a sudden stop or collision Seats restraints and supplemental air bag systems 1 39 Move seat fully back WRS0258 Front Facing step 1 If you must install a child restraint in the front seat follow these steps 1 Position the child restraint on the front pas senger seat It should be placed in a front facing direction only Move the seat to the rearmost position Always follow the child restraint manufacturer s in structions Child restraints for infants must be used in the rear facing direc tion and therefore must not be used in the front seat WRSO159 Front Facing step 2 2 Route the seat belt tongue through the child restraint and insert
101. c wi scene nren E 5 17 Drinking alcohol drugs and driving 9 3 Blake E E EE 5 17 Ignition switch amend Dobe e ete eee ees 5 4 Brake precautions 0 ceeseeeeeeeeeees 5 17 Automatic transmission ee ee ee eee eee 5 4 Anti lock brake system ABS Manual transmission casocac tduwe oc ceie cvmeuie 4 5 5 if so equipped 00 nunnana ariarian 5 18 Key positions teen severest 5 5 Traction control system TCS if so equipped 5 19 Nissan vehicle immobilizer system NVIS 5 5 Cold weather driving ascanc lt esxowennedevawawavawkds 5 20 Before starting the engine c eee cece ees 5 6 Freeing a frozen door lock sc0eeeeeeees 5 20 Starting the engine 2 2 c e0cdsescsaneasaeerdiens 5 6 Aniieoze 5 20 Driving the vehicle 0 nannan 5 7 Battes ook yu has cc ces lececa ccc cice nadad cit 5 90 Automatic transmission if so equipped 5 7 Deg ne eee Bind Sb che inna abe ee tire a Draining of coolant water 2005 5 20 Manual transmission s anaana 5 10 vi 5 90 Folie DARO scan nereuscetseracsaiestteeouanens 5 12 a Sapien A i Cruise control if so equipped 0 ee cease 5 13 Special SHARES SUNN ese eae Sorte artes cae Precautions on cruise control 0 0e0e es 5 13 Driving ON SNOW OF ICE 6 ese ee eee eee seen ees ies Cruise control operations 0eee eee 5 13 Engine block heater if so equipped 9 22 PRECAUTIONS WHEN S
102. cked as soon as possible if the warning sound is heard 2 12 Instruments and controls Key reminder chime A chime sounds if the driver s door is opened while the key Is left in the ignition switch Remove the key and take it with you when leaving the vehicle Light reminder chime With the ignition switch in the OFF position a chime sounds when the driver s door is opened if the headlights or parking lights are on Turn the headlight control switch off before leav ing the vehicle SECURITY SYSTEMS Your vehicle has two types of security systems NISSAN Vehicle Immobilizer System NVIS Vehicle security system if so equipped NISSAN VEHICLE IMMOBILIZER SYSTEM NVIS The NISSAN Vehicle Immobilizer System NVIS will not allow the engine to start without the use of a registered NVIS key lf the engine fails to start using a registered NVIS key for example when interference is caused by another NVIS key an automated toll road device or automatic payment device on the key ring restart the engine using the following proce dures 1 Leave the ignition switch in the ON position for approximately 5 seconds 2 Turn the ignition switch to the OFF or LOCK position and wait approximately 5 seconds 3 Repeat steps 1 and 2 4 Restart the engine while holding the device which may have caused the interference separate from the registered NVIS key If the no start condition re occurs NISSAN rec ommen
103. clean Visually inspect tires for their appearance and condition Also check tires for proper inflation Lock all doors Position seat and adjust head restraints Adjust inside and outside mirrors Fasten seat belts and ask all passengers to do likewise Check the operation of warning lights when the key is turned to the ON 3 position See Warning indicator lights and audible re minders in the Instruments and controls section of this manual 5 6 Starting and driving STARTING THE ENGINE 1 Apply the parking brake 2 Automatic transmission Move the shift selector lever to P Park or N Neutral P Park is recommended The shift selector lever cannot be moved out of P Park and into any of the other gear positions if the ignition key is turned to the OFF position or if the key is removed from the ignition switch The starter is designed not to operate if the shift selector lever is in any of the driving positions Manual transmission Move the shift lever to N Neutral Depress the clutch pedal to the floor while cranking the engine The starter is designed not to operate unless the clutch pedal is fully de pressed Crank the engine with your foot off the accelerator pedal by turning the ignition key to START Release the key when the engine starts If the engine starts but fails to run repeat the above procedure When the engine is very hard to start in extremely cold weathe
104. conditioning system will continue to operate until the fan control dial is turned to OFF or the vehicle is shut off even if the air flow control dial is turned to a position other than the position This dehumidifies the air which helps defog the windshield The CS mode automatically turns off allowing outside air to be drawn into the passenger compartment to further improve the defogging performance Bi level heating This mode directs air from the side center and the foot outlets 1 Push the 7 amp 2 button to the off position gt a 2 Turn the air flow control dial to the position 3 Turn the fan control dial to the desired posi tion 4 Turn the temperature control dial to the de sired position Heating and defogging This mode heats the interior and defogs the wind shield 1 Turn the air flow control dial to the pi posi tion 2 Turn the fan control dial to the desired posi tion 3 Turn the temperature control dial to the de sired position between the middle and the hot position When the 4 position is selected the air conditioner automatically turns on however the indicator light will not illuminate if the outside temperature is more than 36 37 F 2 3 C The air conditioning system will continue to operate until the fan control dial is turned to OFF or the vehicle is shut off even if the air flow control dial is turned to a position other than the position This dehumidif
105. crdi awna ea aai a eee Oke Coeds eRe Sees Supplemental air bag warning labels Supplemental air bag warning light oea DCS coe cnesaweksrnetest EEOAE RnS Precautions on seat belt usage CHiIlG Solely uxceca ar cctenerecr see aeevasnre yes Pregnant WOMEN scnceceveneneedecuumerctesunes Injured persons os ote weaned Heb eve dew eeneeneces Three point type seat belt with retractor Seat belt extenders 0 ccc cece eee Seat belt maintenance ccc eee Child reStraiitS viva o s ot tinge ceed ddednas oad nets oats Precautions on child restraints 05 Installation on rear seat center or outboard OS ONS operons oceania areata seers acme ee eee LATCH lower anchors and tether for children systOM 00cccce eee cece eeeeaes Top tether strap child restraint 04 Installation on front passenger seat SEATS Sit upright and well back AWARNING Do not ride in a moving vehicle when the seatback is reclined This can be dangerous The shoulder belt will not be against your body In an accident you could be thrown into it and receive neck or other serious injuries You could also slide under the lap belt and receive serious internal injuries For the most effective protection when the vehicle is in motion the seat should be upright Always sit well back in the seat and adjust the seat properly See Precautions on Seat
106. ct air bag system This is to prevent acci dental inflation of the side air bag and curtain side impact air bag or damage to the side air bag and curtain side impact air bag system Do not make unauthorized changes to your vehicle s electrical system sus pension system or side panel This could affect proper operation of the supplemental side air bag and curtain side impact air bag system 1 18 Seats restraints and supplemental air bag systems Tampering with the supplemental side air bag system may result in serious personal injury For example do not change the front seats by placing mate rial near the seatback or by installing additional trim material such as seat covers around the side air bag Work around and on the side air bag and curtain side impact air bag system should be done by a NISSAN dealer Installation of electrical equipment should also be done by a NISSAN dealer The SRS wiring harnesses should not be modified or discon nected Unauthorized electrical test equipment and probing devices should not be used on the side air bag system The SRS wiring harness connectors are yellow and orange for easy identification When selling your vehicle we request that you inform the buyer about the supplemental side air bag and curtain side impact air bag system and guide the buyer to the appropriate sections in this Owner s Manual Pre tensioner seat belt system For front seats AWARNING The
107. ct the warranty coverage e Under no circumstances should a leaded gasoline be used because this will damage the three way catalyst Reformulated gasoline Some fuel suppliers are now producing reformu lated gasolines These gasolines are specially designed to reduce vehicle emissions NISSAN supports efforts towards cleaner air and sug gests that you use reformulated gasoline when available Gasoline containing oxygenates Some fuel suppliers sell gasoline containing oxy genates such as ethanol MTBE and methanol with or without advertising their presence NISSAN does not recommend the use of fuels of which the oxygenate content and the fuel com patibility for your NISSAN cannot be readily de termined If in doubt ask your service station manager If you use oxygenate blend gasoline please take the following precautions as the usage of such fuels may cause vehicle performance problems and or fuel system damage The fuel should be unleaded and have an octane rating no lower than that recommended for unleaded gasoline If an oxygenate blend other than methanol blend is used it should con tain no more than 10 oxygenate MTBE may however be added up to 15 If a methanol blend is used it should contain no more than 5 methanol methyl alcohol wood alcohol It should also contain a suitable amount of appropriate cosolvents and corro sion inhibitors If not properly formu lated with appropria
108. cted Never install tire chains on spare tires Do not use tire chains on dry roads SPECIAL WINTER EQUIPMENT It is recommended that the following items be carried in the vehicle during winter A scraper and stiff bristled brush to remove ice and snow from the windows and wiper blades e A sturdy flat board to be placed under the jack to give it firm support Ashovel to dig the vehicle out of snowadrifts Extra window washer fluid to refill the reser voir tank DRIVING ON SNOW OR ICE AWARNING 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 will have much less traction or grip under these conditions Try to avoid driving on wet ice until the road is salted or sanded Whatever the condition drive with cau tion Accelerate and slow down with care If accelerating or downshifting too fast the drive wheels will lose even more traction Allow more stopping distance under these conditions Braking should be started sooner than on dry pavement Allow greater following distances on slippery roads Watch for slippery spots glare ice These may appear on an otherwise clear road in shaded areas If a patch of ice is seen ahead brake before reach ing it Try not to brake while on the ice and avoid any sudden steering maneuvers Do not use the cruise control on slip pery roads Snow can trap dangerous exhaust gases under y
109. d before the warning occurred The ICY indicator will continue blinking as long as the temperature remains below 39 F 4 C The ambient temperature sensor is located in front of the radiator The sensor may be affected by road or engine heat wind directions and other driving conditions The display may differ from the actual ambient temperature or the temperature displayed on various signs or billboards Distance to empty dte mile or km The distance to empty dte mode provides you with an estimation of the distance that can be driven before refueling The dte is constantly be ing calculated based on the amount of fuel in the fuel tank and the actual fuel consumption The display is updated every 30 seconds The dte mode includes a low range warning feature when the fuel level is low the dte mode is automatically selected and the digits blink in or der to draw the driver s attention Press the mode switch if you wish to return to the mode that was selected before the warning occurred The dte mark dte will remain blinking until the vehicle is refueled When the fuel level drops even lower the dte display will change to NOTE If the amount of fuel added while the ignition switch is OFF is small the dis play just before the ignition switch is turned OFF may continue to be dis played When driving uphill or rounding curves the fuel in the tank shifts which may momentarily change the display
110. d ambient temperatures Choosing an oil viscosity other than that recommended could cause seri ous engine damage Selecting the correct oil filter Your new NISSAN vehicle is equipped with a high quality genuine NISSAN oil filter When re placing use a genuine NISSAN oil filter or its equivalent for the reason described in Change intervals Technical and consumer information 9 5 Change intervals The oil and oil filter change intervals for your engine are based on the use of the specified quality oils and filters Using engine oil and filters that are not of the specified quality or exceeding recommended oil and filter change intervals could reduce engine life Damage to the engine caused by improper maintenance or use of incor rect oil and filter quality and or viscosity is not covered by the NISSAN new vehicle warranty Your engine was filled with a high quality engine oil when it was built You do not have to change the oil before the first recommended change interval Oil and filter change intervals depend upon how you use your vehicle Operation under the following conditions may require more frequent oil and filter changes repeated short distance driving at cold out side temperatures driving in dusty conditions extensive idling towing a trailer 9 6 Technical and consumer information Outside Temperature Range Anticipated Before Next Oil Change GASOLINE ENGINE OIL PREFERRED RECOMMEND
111. d to off and the fan control dial to 4 high to circulate the air If electrical wiring or other cable con nections must pass to a trailer through the seal on the trunk lid or the body follow the manufacturer s recommen dation to prevent carbon monoxide en try into the vehicle The exhaust system and body should be inspected by a qualified mechanic whenever a The vehicle is raised for service b You suspect that exhaust fumes are entering into the passenger compartment c You notice a change in the sound of the exhaust system d You have had an accident involving damage to the exhaust system un derbody or rear of the vehicle THREE WAY CATALYST The three way catalyst is an emission control device installed in the exhaust system Exhaust gases in the three way catalyst are burned at high temperatures to help reduce pollutants AWARNING The exhaust gas and the exhaust sys tem are very hot Keep people animals or flammable materials away from the exhaust system components e Do not stop or park the vehicle over flammable materials such as dry grass waste paper or rags They may ignite and cause a fire A CAUTION Do not use leaded gasoline Deposits from leaded gasoline will seriously re duce the three way catalyst s ability to help reduce exhaust pollutants Keep your engine tuned up Malfunc tions in the ignition fuel injection or electrical systems can cause overrich f
112. d cause a crash or could cause injury or death you should immediately inform the Na tional Highway Traffic Safety Administration NHTSA in addition to notifying NISSAN If NHTSA receives similar complaints it may open an investigation and if it finds that a safety defect exists in a group of vehicles it may order a recall and remedy campaign However NHTSA cannot become involved in individual problems between you your dealer or NISSAN To contact NHTSA you may call the Auto Safety Hotline toll free at 1 888 327 4236 You may also write to NHTSA U S Department of Trans portation Washington D C 20590 You can also obtain other information about motor vehicle safety from the Hotline You may notify NISSAN by contacting our Con sumer Affairs Department toll free at 1 800 NISSAN 1 In Hawaii call 1 808 836 0888 READINESS FOR INSPECTION MAINTENANCE I M TEST Due to legal requirements in some states and Canadian Provinces your vehicle may be re quired to be in what is called the ready condi tion for an Inspection Maintenance I M test of the emission control system The vehicle is set to the ready condition when it is driven through certain driving patterns Usually the ready condition can be obtained by ordinary usage of the vehicle If a powertrain system Component is repaired or the battery is disconnected the vehicle may be reset to a not ready condition Before taking the I M test
113. d not be used while driving so full attention may be given to vehicle operation Some juris dictions prohibit the use of cellular tele phones while driving If you must make a call while your ve hicle is in motion the hands free cellu lar phone operational mode if so equipped is highly recommended Ex ercise extreme caution at all times so full attention may be given to vehicle operation If a conversation in a moving vehicle requires you to take notes pull off the road to a safe location and stop your vehicle before doing so A CAUTION Keep the antenna as far away as pos sible from the Engine Control Module ECM 4 28 Heater air conditioner and audio systems Keep the antenna wire more than 8 in 20 cm away from the Multiport Fuel Injection harness Do not route the an tenna wire next to any harness Adjust the antenna standing wave ratio as recommended by the manufacturer Connect the ground wire from the CB radio chassis to the body For details consult a NISSAN dealer 5 Starting and driving Precautions when starting and driving 5 2 Break in schedule s cncecactnedoinnceumewceesewed 5 14 Exhaust gas carbon monoxide 000005 5 2 Increasing fuel economy suussaan rnnr 5 15 Throg way catalyst e rcsersiosiserdoornerorritiii 5 2 Parking parking on NillSocccctecnceeers verariscresss 5 16 Avoiding collision and rollover 60 5 3 Power SICCHNO n25 2t4
114. damage the electrical system or cause a fire If any electrical equipment does not operate check for an open fuse 1 Be sure the ignition switch and the headlight switch are OFF 2 Pull the fuse box cover to remove 3 Remove the fuse with the fuse puller If the fuse is open replace it with a known good fuse 5 Push the fuse box cover to install Ifa new fuse also opens have the electrical system checked and repaired by a NISSAN dealer Maintenance and do it yourself 8 29 KEYFOB BATTERY REPLACEMENT 3 Install a new battery with the facing Replace the battery in the keyfob as follows down Open the lid using a coin Recommended battery Sanyo CR2025 or 2 Remove the battery equivalent 4 Close the lid securely 8 30 Maintenance and do it yourself 5 Press the LOCK button then the UNLOCK button two or three times to check the key fob operation If the battery is removed for any reason other than replacement perform step 5 e An improperly disposed battery can hurt the environment Always confirm local regulations for battery disposal e The keyfob is water resistant how ever if it does get wet immediately wipe completely dry e The operational range of the keyfob extends to approximately 33 ft 10 m from the vehicle This range may vary with conditions FCC Notice Changes or modifications not expressly ap proved by the manufacturer for compliance cou
115. de Eject CD eo the amp button 2 The disc ejects Remove the disc If the disc is not removed within 15 seconds the disc will reload 3 The indicator and symbol for the disc are turned off Heater air conditioner and audio systems 4 19 PRESET ABC button LOAD button CD select button Display FM band select button AM band select button CD eject button TRAVEL button TUNE FF REV button 10 MENU CLOCK button 11 MIX PTY button 12 AUDIO button 13 SCAN button 14 Station select buttons 15 POWER VOL control knob 16 CD insert slot 17 SEEK TRACK button ZS FM AM RADIO WITH COMPACT equipped PWR VOL control knob Turn the ignition key to the ACC or ON position then push the PWR VOL control knob If you listen to the radio with the engine not running turn the key to the ACC position The mode radio or CD that was playing immediately before the system was turned off resumes playing So oS SNS co 4 20 Heater air conditioner and audio systems When no CD is loaded the radio comes on Pushing the PWR VOL control knob again turns the system off Turn the PWR VOL control knob to the right to increase volume or to the left to decrease volume Adjusting tone quality and speaker balance Press the AUDIO button to enter the audio adjust mode Bass Treb Fade Bal Press the TUNE FF REV amp or V or SEEK TRACK 4 or to adjust to the desired levels The display will retur
116. di rectly to the vehicle brake system Pre towing tips Be certain your vehicle maintains a level position when a loaded and or unloaded trailer is hitched Do not drive the vehicle if it has an abnormal nose up or nose down condition check for improper tongue load overload worn suspension or other possible causes of either condition e Always secure items in the trailer to prevent load shift while driving 9 16 Technical and consumer information Be certain your rear view mirrors conform to all federal state or local regulations If not install any mirrors required for towing before driving the vehicle Trailer towing tips In order to gain skill and an understanding of the vehicle s behavior you should practice turning stopping and backing up in an area which is free from traffic Steering stability and braking perfor mance will be somewhat different than under normal driving conditions Always secure items in the trailer to prevent load shift while driving Avoid abrupt starts acceleration or stops Avoid sharp turns or lane changes Always drive your vehicle at a moderate speed Always block the wheels on both vehicle and trailer when parking Parking on a slope is not recommended however if you must do so and if your vehicle is equipped with an automatic transmission first block the wheels and apply the parking brake and then move the transmission shift selector lever into the P Park position
117. doors lock The hazard lights flash twice and the horn beeps once to indicate all doors are locked m 2 Pre driving checks and adjustments 3 5 When the button is pushed with all doors locked the hazard lights flash twice and the horn beeps once as a reminder that the doors are already locked lf adoor is open and you push the button the doors will lock but the horn will not beep and the hazard lights will not flash The horn may or may not beep once Refer to Silencing the horn beep feature later in this section for details Unlocking doors Push the M button on the keyfob once Only the driver s door unlocks The hazard indicator flashes once if all doors are completely closed with the ignition key in any position except the ON position The interior light turns on and the light timer activates for 30 seconds when the switch is in the center O position with the ignition key in any position except the ON position Pushthe button on the keyfob again within 5 seconds 3 6 Pre driving checks and adjustments All doors unlock The hazard indicator flashes once if all doors are completely closed The interior lights can be turned off without wait ing 30 seconds by inserting the key into the ignition and turning to the ON or START position locking the doors with the keyfob or pushing the interior light switch to the OFF position Auto relock When the M button onthe keyfob is pushed
118. ds placing the registered NVIS key on a separate key ring to avoid interference from other devices Statement related to Section 15 of FCC Rules for NISSAN Vehicle Immobilizer Sys tem CONT ASSY IMMOBILIZER ANT ASSY IMMOBILIZER This device complies with part 15 of the FCC Rules and RSS 210 of Industry Canada Operation is subject to the follow ing two conditions 1 This device may not cause harmful in terference and 2 this device must accept any interference received including inter ference that may cause undesired opera tion of the device CHANGES OR MODIFICATIONS NOT EX PRESSLY APPROVED BY THE MANUFAC TURER FOR COMPLIANCE COULD VOID THE USER S AUTHORITY TO OPERATE THE EQUIPMENT Security indicator light NISSAN Ve hicle Immobilizer System The security indicator light is located on the instrument panel near the windshield The security indicator light blinks every 3 sec onds whenever the ignition switch is in the LOCK OFF or ACC position This function indi cates the NISSAN Vehicle Immobilizer System NVIS is operational If the NVIS is malfunctioning the light will remain on while the ignition key is in the ON position Instruments and controls 2 13 If the light still remains on and or the en gine will not start see a NISSAN dealer for NVIS service as soon as possible Please bring all NVIS keys that you have when visiting your NISSAN dealer for service VEHICLE SECURITY SYST
119. e Have all passengers get out of the vehicle and stand in a safe place away from traffic and clear of the vehicle A WARNING Make sure the parking brake is securely applied and the manual transmission is shifted into R Reverse or the auto matic transmission into P Park 6 2 Incase of emergency Never change tires when the vehicle is on a slope ice or slippery areas This is hazardous Never change tires if oncoming traffic is close to your vehicle Wait for profes sional road assistance Blocking wheels Place suitable blocks 1 at both the front and back of the wheel diagonally opposite the flat tire 2 to prevent the vehicle from rolling when it is jacked up AWARNING Be sure to block the wheel as the vehicle may move and result in personal injury Removing the bolt on wheel cover if SO equipped A CAUTION Do not use your hands to pry off wheel caps or wheel covers Doing so could re sult in personal injury The wheel covers are held on by the wheel nuts The wheel cover will be removed along with the wheel when the nuts are removed Getting the spare tire and tools Open the trunk Lift the trunk floor carpeting and spare tire cover Remove the jack and wheel nut wrench 2 from the tool box Remove the spare tire In case of emergency 6 3 Jack up point and Jacking up vehicle and removing the damaged tire AWARNING Never get under the vehicle
120. e a phone cord to the power socket 1 Open the upper half of the console box 2 Remove the rubber mat and then remove the cutout area from the mat 3 Remove the access hole cover 4 Install the rubber mat 5 Route the phone cord through the access hole and plug into the power socket Lower half COVERED STORAGE BOX Pull up on the lever to open the lower half of the Push the bottom center of the lid to open console box A power socket is located inside the console box and there is storage for compact discs Instruments and controls 2 31 CARGO NET if so equipped The cargo net helps keep packages in the cargo area from moving around while the vehicle is in motion To install the cargo net attach the hooks to the retainers R NNE To remove the cargo net detach the hooks from TNTA the cargo net retainers tet Ani A WARNING e Properly secure all cargo with ropes or straps to help prevent it from sliding or shifting In a sudden stop or collision unsecured cargo could cause personal injury Be sure to secure hooks into the retain ers The cargo restrained in the net M FAC IL LA must not exceed 30 Ibs 13 6 kg or the N acer tm tst d f SSPE NES Ue AUREUS SESMIEC on aA A ONENE A BET i A i paT ates eee Th Tf 79 8 E gi HA DALIO wn on 45 F Aese sa testeto ri a ER A ET 2 32 Instruments and controls WINDOWS POWER WINDOWS AWARNING Make sure that all
121. e and do it yourself To access the bulbs in the rear combination light A Remove the 2 fasteners Carefully push back the carpet 2 Remove the 2 nuts and pull out the rear combination light cover 3 Rotate the bulb s counterclockwise and pull out to remove A Turn signal light Sidemarker light Tail stop light Backup light WDI0238 Maintenance and do it yourself 8 39 WDI0320 High mounted stop light Rear window 8 40 Maintenance and do it yourself Trunk light WDI0240 WHEELS AND TIRES If you have a flat tire see the In case of emergency section in this manual TIRE PRESSURE Maximum inflation pressure Do not exceed the maximum inflation pressures shown on the sidewall of the tire Tire inflation pressure Check the tire pressure including the spare at least once a month and always prior to long distance trips Incorrect tire pressure may ad versely affect tire life and vehicle handling Tire pressure should be checked when tires are COLD Tires are considered COLD after the vehicle has been parked for three or more hours or driven less than 1 mile 1 6 km at moderate speeds COLD tire pressures are shown on the tire placard affixed to the center console lid AWARNING Improperly inflated tires can fail sud denly and cause an accident The vehicle weight capacity is indicated on the F M V S S certification label Do not load your vehicle beyond thi
122. e atmospheric pollution exists where road salt is used Temperature High temperatures accelerate the rate of corro sion to those parts which are not well ventilated Air pollution Industrial pollution the presence of salt in the air in coastal areas or heavy road salt use acceler ates the corrosion process Road salt also accel erates the disintegration of paint surfaces TO PROTECT YOUR VEHICLE FROM CORROSION Wash and wax your vehicle often to keep the vehicle clean Always check for minor damage to the paint and repair it as soon as possible Keep drain holes at the bottom of the doors open to avoid water accumulation Check the underbody for accumulation of sand dirt or salt If present wash with water as soon as possible Appearance and care 7 5 A CAUTION e NEVER remove dirt sand or other de bris from the passenger compartment by washing it out with a hose Remove dirt with a vacuum cleaner or broom Never allow water or other liquids to come in contact with electronic compo nents inside the vehicle as this may damage them Chemicals used for road surface de icing are extremely corrosive They accelerate corrosion and deterioration of underbody components such as the exhaust system fuel and brake lines brake cables floor pan and fenders In winter the underbody must be cleaned periodically For additional protection against rust and corro sion which may be required in some
123. e for child restraints should be seated and restrained by the seat belts which are provided If the child s seating position has a shoulder belt that fits close to the face or neck the use of a booster seat commercially available may help overcome this The booster seat should raise the child so that the shoulder belt is properly posi tioned across the top middle portion of the shoulder and the lap belt is low on the hips The booster seat should fit the vehicle seat and have a label certifying that it complies with Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standards or Canadian Mo tor Vehicle Safety Standards Once the child has grown so the shoulder belt is no longer on or near the face and neck use the shoulder belt without the booster seat AWARNING Never let a child stand or kneel on any seat and do not allow a child in the cargo areas while the vehicle is moving The child could be seriously injured or killed in an accident or sudden stop PREGNANT WOMEN NISSAN recommends that pregnant women use seat belts The seat belt should be worn snug and always position the lap belt as low as pos sible around the hips not the waist Place the shoulder belt over your shoulder and across your chest Never run the lap shoulder belt over your abdominal area Contact your doctor for specific recommendations INJURED PERSONS NISSAN recommends that injured persons use seat belts Check with your doctor for specific recommendations Seat
124. e load between 9 11 percent of the total trailer load within the maximum tongue load limits shown in the following Towing Load Specification Chart If the tongue load be comes excessive rearrange cargo to allow for proper tongue load Gross axle weight T11012M Maximum gross vehicle weight maximum gross axle weight The gross vehicle weight of the towing vehicle must not exceed the gross vehicle weight rating GVWR shown on the F M V S S certification label The gross vehicle weight equals the com bined weight of the unloaded vehicle passen gers luggage hitch trailer tongue load and any other optional equipment In addition front or rear gross axle weight must not exceed the gross axle weight rating GAWR shown on the F M V S S certification label TOWING LOAD SPECIFICATION CHART TOWING LOAD SPECIFICATION CHART UNIT Ib kg MAXIMUM TOWING LOAD 1 000 454 MAXIMUM TONGUE LOAD 100 45 TOWING SAFETY Trailer hitch Choose a proper hitch for your vehicle and trailer A genuine NISSAN trailer hitch is available from your NISSAN dealer Make sure the trailer hitch is securely attached to the vehicle to help avoid personal injury or property damage due to sway caused by crosswinds rough road surfaces or passing trucks A CAUTION Do not use axle mounted hitches The hitch should not be attached to or affect the operation of the impact absorbing bumper Do not modify the vehicle
125. e parking brake 2 Turn the engine off 3 Place a large drain pan under the oil filter 4 Loosen the oil filter with an oil filter wrench by turning it counterclockwise Then remove the oil filter by turning it by hand WDI0218 VQ35DE A CAUTION Be careful not to burn yourself The engine oil may be hot 5 Wipe the engine oil filter mounting surface with a clean rag Be sure to remove any old gasket material remaining on the mounting surface of the engine Coat the gasket on the new filter with clean engine oil Screw on the oil filter until a slight resistance is felt then tighten an additional 2 3 turn Start the engine and check for leakage around the oil filter Correct as required Turn the engine off and wait more than 10 minutes Check the oil level Add engine oil if necessary Maintenance and do it yourself 8 13 AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION FLUID AWARNING e When the engine is running keep hands jewelry and clothing away from any moving parts such as the cooling fan and drive belts e Automatic transmission fluid is poison ous and should be stored carefully in marked containers out of the reach of children WDIO219 QR25DE TEMPERATURE CONDITIONS FOR CHECKING The fluid level should be checked using the HOT range on the dipstick after the following conditions have been met The engine should be warmed up to op erating temperature The vehicle sho
126. e retractor does not lock during this check or if you have any questions about seat belt opera tion see a NISSAN dealer Center of rear seat Selecting correct set of seat belts The center seat belt buckle is identified by the CENTER mark The center seat belt tongue can be fastened only into the center seat belt buckle 1 28 Seats restraints and supplemental air bag systems Shoulder belt height adjustment For front seats The shoulder belt anchor height should be ad justed to the position best for you See Precau tions on seat belt usage earlier in this section The belt should be away from your face and neck but not falling off your shoulder Release the adjustment button to lock the shoulder belt an chor into position To adjust the shoulder belt anchor height CQ Push in the adjustment button 2 Move the shoulder belt anchor to the desired position so the belt passes over the center of the shoulder AWARNING e After adjustment release the adjust ment button and try to move the shoul der belt anchor up and down to make sure it is securely fixed in position The shoulder belt anchor height should be adjusted to the position best for you Failure to do so may reduce the effec tiveness of the entire restraint system and increase the chance or severity of injury in an accident SEAT BELT EXTENDERS If because of body size or driving position it is not possible to properly fit the lap shou
127. e when han dling the bulb Never touch the glass envelope Touching the glass could sig nificantly affect bulb life and or head light performance High pressure halogen gas is sealed inside the halogen bulb The bulb may break if the glass envelope is scratched or the bulb is dropped Use the same number and wattage as Originally installed Low beam Wattage 55 Bulb no H1 High beam Wattage 60 Bulb no HB3 9005 Always check with the Parts Depart ment at a NISSAN dealer for the latest parts information FRONT PARK TURN SIDEMARKER LIGHT Bulb replacement requires the removal of the headlight assembly If replacement is required see your NISSAN dealer FOG LIGHTS if so equipped Replacing the fog light bulb A CAUTION High pressure halogen gas is sealed inside the halogen bulb The bulb may break if the glass envelope is scratched or the bulb is dropped When handling the bulb do not touch the glass envelope Maintenance and do it yourself 8 31 1 Disconnect the negative battery cable Disconnect the fog light electrical connector 2 Remove the two splash shield screws see illustration Rotate the fog light bulb counterclockwise 3 Position the splash shield aside to allow and pull it out of the fog light assembly access to the fog light bulb Follow the instructions in reverse order to install a new bulb 8 32 Maintenance and do it yourself EXTERIOR AND INT
128. eatback and trunk lid securely latched when not in use and prevent children s access to car keys To fold down the driver side of the rear seat reach through the opening and pull on the strap located behind the seat The rear seats can be locked using the master key to prevent unauthorized access The valet key cannot be used to lock or unlock the release button Center armrest Pull the armrest forward until it is horizontal WRS0133 HEAD RESTRAINT ADJUSTMENT To raise the head restraint pull it up To lower push and hold the lock knob and push the head restraint down AWARNING Head restraints should be adjusted prop erly as they may provide significant pro tection against injury in an accident Do not remove them Check the adjustment after someone else uses the seat Seats restraints and supplemental air bag systems 1 7 Adjust the head restraint so the center is level with the center of your ears SUPPLEMENTAL RESTRAINT SYSTEM PRECAUTIONS ON SUPPLEMENTAL RESTRAINT SYSTEM This Supplemental Restraint System SRS sec tion contains important information concerning the driver and passenger supplemental front air bags supplemental side air bags curtain side impact air bags and pre tensioner seat belts Supplemental front impact air bag system This system can help cushion the impact force to the head and chest of the driver and front pas senger in certain frontal collisions Supplem
129. econds The display then shows the Track num ber and Elapsed time as normal Mix Press the MIX PTY button lt 1 5 seconds again to start shuffle play of the current disc The MIX icon is turned on and the display shows Mix Tracks for 2 seconds The display then shows the Track number and Elapsed time as normal All Mix Press the MIX PTY button lt 1 5 seconds again to start shuffle play of all discs The MIX icon is turned on and the display shows Mix All Tracks for 2 seconds The display then shows the Track number and Elapsed time as normal Also the indicators of the loaded discs are turned on with amber color Green for current disc Heater air conditioner and audio systems 4 25 Normal play Press the MIX PTY button lt 1 5 seconds again to return to normal play mode The MIX icon and the amber LEDs are turned off The display shows Normal Play for 2 seconds The dis play then shows the Track number and Elapsed time as normal CD scan 1 Disc All Tracks Press the SCAN button lt 1 5 seconds to scan all tracks of the current disc for 7 seconds per track The display shows Disc Scan for 2 seconds and then shows the track number and elapsed time as normal The SCAN icon is flashed during Scan mode The Scan mode is canceled once it scans through all tracks on the disc or if the SCAN button is pressed during Scan mode All Discs 1 Track Press and hold the SCA
130. ed The new device can be activated by pushing the HomeLink button that was just programmed This procedure will not affect any other programmed HomeLink buttons IF YOUR VEHICLE IS STOLEN If your vehicle is stolen you should change the codes of any non rolling code device that has been programmed into HomeLink Consult the Owner s Manual of each device or call the manu facturer or dealer of those devices for additional information When your vehicle is recovered you will need to reprogram the HomeLink Univer sal Transceiver with your new transmitter information FCC Notice This device complies with FCC rules part 15 Operation is subject to the following two conditions 1 This device may not cause harmful interference and 2 This de vice must accept any interference that may be received including interference that may cause undesired operation This transmitter has been tested and com plies with FCC and DOC MDC rules Changes or modifications not expressly ap proved by the party responsible for compli ance could void the user s authority to op erate the device DOC ISTC 1763K1313 FCC I D CV2V67690 Instruments and controls 2 41 MEMO 2 42 Instruments and controls 3 Pre driving checks and adjustments AC ee ee ae ee ee ee E ee re ee ee 3 2 Nissan vehicle immobilizer system NVIS MOUS Fast E E nee eee cee eee eee oes oes 3 2 Bis s i E E seneeue ooteas aut yece geen se 3 3 LOCKING With ko
131. egins from low to high frequencies or high to low frequencies depending on which button is pressed and stops at the next broad casting station If using the up button once the highest broadcasting station is reached the ra dio continues in the SEEK mode at the lowest broadcasting station If using the down button once the lowest broadcasting station is reached the radio continues in the SEEK mode at the highest broadcasting station SCAN tuning Push the SCAN button SCAN illuminates in the display window SCAN tuning begins from low to high frequencies or high to low frequencies SCAN tuning stops for 5 seconds at each broad casting station that has sufficient signal strength Heater air conditioner and audio systems 4 21 When scanning SCAN blinks in the display Pushing the SCAN button again during this 5 second period stops SCAN tuning and the radio remains tuned to that station Station memory operation Travel Preset is OFF Each preset mode A B or C has 6 presets capable of storing any combination of AM FM and FM RDS stations Press the PRESET ABC button to change be tween the presets A B C The radio displays icon A B or C to indicate which set of presets is active To store a radio station in a preset 1 Select the desired preset by pressing PRE SET ABC 2 Tune to the desired station 3 Press the desired station select button gt 2 seconds 4 When the indicator illuminat
132. els away from the curb and move the vehicle back until the curb side wheel gently touches the curb e HEADED UPHILL OR DOWNHILL NO CURB Turn the wheels toward the side of the road so the vehicle will move away from the cen ter of the road if it moves 4 Turn the ignition key to the LOCK position and remove the key POWER STEERING The power assisted steering is designed to use a hydraulic pump driven by the engine to assist steering If the engine stops or the drive belt breaks you will still have control of the vehicle However much greater steering effort is needed especially in sharp turns and at low speeds AWARNING If the engine is not running or is turned off while driving the power assist for the steering will not work Steering will be much harder to operate BRAKE SYSTEM The brake system has two separate hydraulic circuits If one circuit malfunctions you will still have braking at two wheels BRAKE PRECAUTIONS Vacuum assisted brakes The brake booster aids braking by using engine vacuum If the engine stops you can stop the vehicle by depressing the brake pedal However greater foot pressure on the brake pedal will be required to stop the vehicle and stopping dis tance will be longer Using the brakes Avoid resting your foot on the brake pedal while driving This will overheat the brakes wear out the brake linings and pads faster and reduce gas mileage To help reduce brake wear a
133. em may result in serious personal injury HEATED SEAT if so equipped The front seats are warmed by built in heaters if so equipped The switches are located on the center console 1 2 Start the engine Push the low or high position of the switch as desired depending on the temperature The indicator light in the switch will illumi nate The heater is controlled by a thermostat automatically turning the heater on and off The indicator light will remain on as long as the switch is on 3 When the seat is warmed or before you leave the vehicle be sure to turn the switch off CAUTION Do not use the seat heater for extended periods or when no one is using the seat Do not put anything on the seat which insulates heat such as a blanket cush ion seat cover etc Otherwise the seat may become overheated Do not place anything hard or heavy on the seat or pierce it with a pin or similar object This may result in damage to the heater Any liquid spilled on the heated seat should be removed immediately with a dry cloth When cleaning the seat never use gasoline benzine thinner or any simi lar materials If any abnormalities are found or the heated seat does not operate turn the switch off and have the system checked by your NISSAN dealer The battery could run down if the seat heater is operated while the engine is not running Instruments and controls 2 25 TRACTION CON
134. ental side impact air bag system if so equipped This system can help cushion the impact force to the head and the chest area of the driver and front passenger in certain side impact collisions The supplemental side air bag is designed to inflate on the side where the vehicle is impacted Supplemental curtain side impact air bag system if so equipped This system can help cushion the impact force to the head of occu pants in front and rear outboard seating positions in certain side impact collisions The curtain side impact air bags are designed to inflate on the side where the vehicle is impacted These supplemental restraint systems are de signed to supplement the crash protection pro 1 8 Seats restraints and supplemental air bag systems vided by the driver and front passenger seat belts and are not a substitute for them Seat belts should always be correctly worn and the occu pant seated a suitable distance away from the steering wheel instrument panel and door finish ers See Seat belts later in this section for instructions and precautions on seat belt usage The supplemental air bags operate only when the ignition switch is in the ON or START position After turning the ignition key to the ON position the supplemental air bag warning light illuminates The supplemental air bag warning light will turn off after about 7 seconds if the system is operational Sit upright and well back AWARNING
135. equipped with LATCH system anchors which can be used to secure the child restraint The LATCH system anchors are located at the rear of the seat cushion near the seatback A label is attached to the seatback to help you locate the LATCH system anchors LATCH child restraints generally require the use of a top tether strap See Top tether strap child restraint later in this section for installation in structions When installing a child restraint carefully read and follow the instructions in this manual and those supplied with the child restraint When you install a LATCH system compatible child restraint to the lower anchor attachments follow these steps AWARNING Inspect the lower anchors by inserting your fingers into the lower anchor area and feeling to make sure there are no obstructions over the LATCH system an chors such as seat belt webbing or seat cushion material The child restraint will not be secured properly if the LATCH sys tem anchors are obstructed 1 To install the LATCH system compatible child restraint insert the child restraint LATCH system anchor attachments into the anchor points on the seat If the child re straint is equipped with a top tether see Top tether strap child restraint later in this section for installation instructions Seats restraints and supplemental air bag systems 1 37 2 After attaching the child restraint and before placing the child in it use force to tilt t
136. er corrosive materials check lubrication frequently Lights Clean the headlights on a regular basis Make sure that the headlights stop lights tail lights turn signal lights and other lights are all operating properly and installed securely Also check headlight aim Road wheel nuts lug nuts When checking the tires make sure no wheel nuts are missing and check for any loose wheel nuts Tighten if necessary Tire rotation Tires should be rotated every 7 500 miles 12 000 km Tire wheel alignment and balance If the vehicle should pull to either side while driving on a straight and level road or if you detect uneven or abnormal tire wear there may be a need for wheel alignment If the steering wheel or seat vibrates at normal highway speeds wheel balancing may be needed For additional information regarding tires refer to Important Tire Safety Information US or Tire Safety Information Canada in the Warranty Information Booklet Tires Check the pressure with a gauge at least once a month and always prior to long distance trips If necessary adjust the pressure in all tires including the spare to the pressure specified Check carefully for damage cuts or excessive wear Windshield Clean the windshield on a regular basis Check the windshield at least every six months for cracks or other damage Have a dam aged windshield repaired by a qualified repair facility Windshield wiper blade
137. er for maintenance the service technician will perform his work according to the quality standards that have been established by NISSAN Safety has also been built into your NISSAN As you know seat belts are an integral part of the safety systems that will help protect you and your passen gers in the event of a sudden stop or an accident We urge you to use the seat belts every time you drive the vehicle The NISSAN story of growth and achievement re flects our major goal to provide you our customer with a vehicle that is built with quality and craftsman ship a product that we can be proud to build and you can be proud to own 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 NISSAN dealer 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 your NISSAN dealer cannot assist you with or you would like to provide NISSAN directly with comments or ques tions please contact the NISSAN Consumer Affairs Department using our toll free number For U S mainland and Alaska customers 1 800 NISSAN 1 1 800 647 7261 For Hawaii customers 1 808 836 0888 Oahu Number For Canadian customers 1 800 387 0122 The Consumer Affairs Department will ask for the following information Your na
138. er levels of performance on laboratory test wheels than the minimum required by law Technical and consumer information 9 17 AWARNING The temperature grade for this tire is es tablished for a tire that is properly inflated and not overloaded Excessive speed under inflation or excessive loading ei ther separately or in combination can cause heat build up and possible tire failure 9 18 Technical and consumer information EMISSION CONTROL SYSTEM WARRANTY Your NISSAN vehicle is covered by the following emission warranties For USA 1 Emission Defects Warranty 2 Emissions Performance Warranty Details of these warranties may be found with other vehicle warranties in your Warranty Infor mation Booklet which comes with your NISSAN vehicle If you did not receive a Warranty Informa tion Booklet or it is lost you may obtain a re placement by writing to Nissan North America Inc Consumer Affairs Department P O Box 191 Gardena CA 90248 0191 For Canada Emission Control System Warranty Details of these warranties may be found with other vehicle warranties in your Warranty Infor mation Booklet which comes with your NISSAN vehicle If you did not receive a Warranty Informa tion Booklet or it is lost you may obtain a re placement by writing to Nissan Canada Inc 5290 Orbitor Drive Mississauga Ontario L4W 425 dia ti SAFETY DEFECTS US only If you believe that your vehicle has a defect which coul
139. ervice tips and in dealership training programs They are completely qualified to work on NISSAN ve hicles before they work on your vehicle rather than after they have worked on it You can be confident that a NISSAN dealer s service department performs the best job to meet the maintenance requirements on your vehicle in a reliable and economic way GENERAL MAINTENANCE During the normal day to day operation of the vehicle general maintenance should be per formed regularly as prescribed in this section If you detect any unusual sounds vibrations or smells be sure to check for the cause or have a NISSAN dealer do it promptly In addition you should notify a NISSAN dealer if you think that repairs are required When performing any checks or maintenance work closely observe the Maintenance precau tions later in this section EXPLANATION OF GENERAL MAINTENANCE ITEMS Additional information on the following items with is found later in this section Outside the vehicle The maintenance items listed here should be performed from time to time unless otherwise specified Doors and engine hood Check that the doors and engine hood operate properly Also ensure that all latches lock securely Lubricate hinges latches latch pins rollers and links as necessary Make sure that the secondary latch keeps the hood from opening when the primary latch is released When driving in areas using road salt or oth
140. es in the station selection button a beep will sound indicat ing memorization is complete For FM sta tions the indicator will turn green For AM stations the indicator will turn amber 5 Other station select buttons can be set in the same manner If the battery cable is disconnected or if the radio fuse opens the radio memory Is canceled In that case reset the desired stations Turning ON Travel Preset 1 Press the TRAVEL preset button lt 1 5 sec onds The TRAVEL icon shows in the dis play 2 The radio selects the strongest stations in the area and stores them in Travel Presets A B and C 12 FM stations and 6 AM stations are the default settings To change the de fault settings see Editing Travel Preset later in this section 3 When finished storing radio stations the radio tunes to the first stored preset of Travel Preset A 4 Ifthe radio cannot find any stations the radio displays NO STATION and mutes the au dio 5 If the radio cannot fill all the presets the remaining presets are stored with 87 9 for FM and 600 for AM The TUNE SCAN SEEK and preset memory functions are available while Travel Preset mode is on 4 22 Heater air conditioner and audio systems Canceling Travel Preset Press the TRAVEL preset button lt 1 5 seconds to clear the Travel Preset memory This turns off the Travel icon The radio returns to the last used preset of A B or C in the permanent pre
141. everse Use this position to back up Make sure the vehicle is completely stopped before selecting the R Reverse position The brake pedal must be depressed to move the selector lever from P Park N Neutral or any drive position to R Reverse N Neutral Neither forward nor reverse gear is engaged The engine can be started in this position You may shift to N Neutral and restart a stalled engine while the vehicle is moving D Drive Use this position for all normal forward driving 3 Third gear Use this position for driving up and down long slopes where engine braking would be advanta geous 2 Second gear Use this position for hill climbing or engine brak ing on downhill grades Do not shift into the 2 position at speeds above 60 MPH 96 km h Do not exceed 60 MPH 96 km h in the 2 position 1 Low gear Use this position when climbing steep hills slowly or slow driving through deep snow sand or mud or for maximum engine braking on steep downhill grades Do not shift into the 1 position at speeds above 37 MPH 60 km h Do not exceed 37 MPH 60 km h in the 1 position Shift lock release If the battery is discharged the shift selector lever may not be moved from the P Park position even with the brake pedal depressed To move the shift selector lever release the shift lock The shift selector lever can be moved to N Neutral However the steering wheel will be locked unless
142. f the jack head between the notches as shown The jack should be used on firm and level ground To lift the vehicle securely hold the jack lever and rod with both hands Carefully raise the vehicle until the tire clears the ground Re move the wheel nuts and then remove the tire Installing the spare tire The spare tire is designed for emergency use See specific instructions under the heading Wheels and tires in the Mainte nance and do it yourself section of this manual 1 Clean any mud or dirt from the surface be tween the wheel and hub 2 Carefully put the spare tire on and tighten the wheel nuts finger tight 3 With the wheel nut wrench tighten wheel nuts alternately and evenly as illustrated until they are tight In case of emergency 6 5 4 Lower the vehicle slowly until the tire touches the ground Then with the wheel nut wrench tighten the wheel nuts securely in the sequence illustrated E Lower the vehicle completely AWARNING Incorrect wheel nuts or improperly tightened wheel nuts can cause the wheel to become loose or come off This could cause an accident Do not use oil or grease on the wheel studs or nuts This could cause the nuts to become loose 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 As soon as possible tighten the wheel nuts to the specified torq
143. ff the reservoir tank and pour the window washer fluid into the tank opening Add a washer solvent to the washer for better cleaning In the winter season add a windshield washer antifreeze Follow the manufacturer s in structions for the mixture ratio Maintenance and do it yourself 8 17 Refill the reservoir more frequently when driving conditions require an increased amount of win dow washer fluid A CAUTION e Do not substitute engine anti freeze coolant for window washer solution This may result in damage to the paint Do not fill the window washer reservoir tank with washer fluid concentrates at full strength Some methyl alcohol based washer fluid concentrates may permanently stain the grille if spilled while filling the window washer reser voir tank e Pre mix washer fluid concentrates with water to the manufacturer s recom mended levels before pouring the fluid into the window washer reservoir tank Do not use the window washer reservoir tank to mix the washer fluid concen trate and water 8 18 Maintenance and do it yourself BATTERY Keep the battery surface clean and dry Any corrosion should be washed off with a solu tion of baking soda and water Make certain the terminal connections are clean and securely tightened If the vehicle is not to be used for 30 days or longer disconnect the negative battery terminal cable to prevent discharge AWARNING e Do not expose the battery
144. for approximately 8 seconds after the ignition is turned ON While the vehicle can be driven under these circumstances please note that the automatic transmission will be locked in third gear If the vehicle is driven under extreme con ditions such as excessive wheel spinning and subsequent hard braking the fail safe system may be activated This will occur even if all electrical circuits are functioning properly In this case turn the ignition key OFF and wait for 3 seconds Then turn the key back to the ON position The vehicle should return to its normal operating con dition If it does not return to its normal operating condition have a NISSAN dealer check the transmission and repair it if nec essary 5 10 Starting and driving MANUAL TRANSMISSION AWARNING Do not downshift abruptly on slippery roads This may cause a loss of control Do not over rev the engine when shift ing to a lower gear This may cause a loss of control or engine damage A CAUTION Do not rest your foot on the clutch pedal while driving This may cause clutch damage Fully depress the clutch pedal before shifting to help prevent transmission damage Stop your vehicle completely before shifting into R Reverse When the vehicle is stopped with the engine running for example at a stop light shift to N Neutral and release the clutch pedal with the foot brake applied Shifting To change gears or when upshifting or down
145. g information 9 12 CD care and cleaning 4 27 Check engine indicator light See malfunction indicator light 2 11 Child restraint with top tether strap 1 38 Child restraints 1 24 1 25 1 30 1 37 Precautions on child restraints 1 30 Top tether strap anchor point locations 1 38 Child safety rear door lock 3 5 Chimes audible reminders 2 12 Cleaning exterior and interior 7 2 ClO be hee Go oS ee Aedes 4 16 4 21 Clutch Cluteh uid a a ace a ee ewe ho me we i 8 17 Cold weather driving 5 20 Controls Heater and air conditioner controls 4 3 4 11 Coolant Capacities and recommended fuel lubricants siss a r se e 0008 9 2 Changing engine coolant 8 10 Checking engine coolant level 8 9 Engine coolant temperature gauge 2 6 Corrosion protection 4 7 5 Cruise control Cup holders eb muta amane coded Engine oil and oil filter recommendation 9 5 Fuel filler lid lock opener lever 3 13 2 Engine oil pressure warning light 2 9 Pusl Gauge o a sosea a e Oe cm Be ia 2 7 l a Engine oil viscosity 9 5 Fuel octane rating 4 42 40a 5 a oe ee oo 9 4 Daytime running light system Engine serialnumber 9 10 Fuel recommendation 9 3 Canada only P OY Pee es Be Ss Y 2 21 Engine specifications 9 7 Fuses ec La a L L L a L L L L La 8 2
146. gine oil pressure warning light on could cause se rious damage to the engine almost imme diately Such damage is not covered by warranty Turn off the engine as soon as it is safe to do so Low fuel warning light This light comes on when the fuel level in the fuel tank is getting low Refuel as soon as it is conve nient preferably before the fuel gauge reaches E Empty There will be a small reserve of fuel in the tank when the fuel gauge needle reaches E Empty Instruments and controls 2 9 Low washer fluid warning light This light comes on when the washer fluid is at a low level Add washer fluid as necessary See the Maintenance and do it yourself section of this manual fi Seat belt warning light and AT a chime The light and chime remind you to fasten your seat belts The light illuminates whenever the ignition key is turned to the ON or START position and remains illuminated until the driver s seat belt is fastened At the same time the chime sounds for about 7 seconds unless the driver s seat belt is securely fastened Refer to Seat belts in the Seats restraints and supplemental air bag systems section for pre cautions on seat belt usage o n air bag warning When the ignition key is in the ON or START position the supplemental air bag warning light illuminates for about 7 seconds and then turns off This means the system is operational If any of the following conditions occu
147. hat could affect ve hicle handling If swaying does occur firmly grip the steering wheel steer straight ahead and immediately but gradually reduce ve hicle speed This combination will help sta bilize the vehicle Never increase speed Be careful when passing other vehicles Passing while towing a trailer requires con siderably more distance than normal pass ing Remember the length of the trailer must also pass the other vehicle before you can safely change lanes To maintain engine braking efficiency and electrical charging performance do not use 5th gear manual transmission or overdrive automatic transmission Avoid holding the brake pedal down too long or too frequently This could cause the brakes to overheat resulting in reduced braking efficiency When towing a trailer transmission oil fluid should be changed more fre quently For additional information see the Maintenance and do it yourself section earlier in this manual UNIFORM TIRE QUALITY GRADING DOT Department of Transportation Quality Grades All passenger car tires must conform to federal safety requirements in addition to these grades Quality grades can be found where applicable on the tire sidewall between tread shoulder and maximum section width For example Treadwear 200 Traction AA Temperature A Treadwear Treadwear grade is a comparative rating based on tire wear rate when tested under controlled conditions on specif
148. he child restraint from side to side and tug it forward to make sure that the child restraint is securely held in place It should not move more than 1 inch 3 Check to make sure that the child restraint is properly secured prior to each use TOP TETHER STRAP CHILD RESTRAINT If your child restraint has a top tether strap it must be secured to the provided anchor point First secure the child restraint with the rear seat belt Flip up the anchor cover from the anchor point which is located directly behind the child seat Secure the top tether strap to the anchor bracket which provides the straightest installation of the tether strap Tighten the strap according to the manufacturer s instructions to remove any slack 1 38 Seats restraints and supplemental air bag systems AWARNING Child restraint anchor points are designed to withstand only those loads imposed by correctly fitted child restraints Under no circumstances are they to be used for adult seat belts or harnesses Anchor point locations Anchor points are located on the rear parcel shelf finisher If you have any questions when installing a top strap child restraint on the rear seat consult your NISSAN dealer for details INSTALLATION ON FRONT PASSENGER SEAT AWARNING Never install a rear facing child re straint in the front passenger seat Supplemental front air bags inflate with great force A rear facing child restraint could be struck
149. he wheel is changed or the underside of the vehicle is washed Do not use abrasive cleaners when washing the wheels Inspect wheel rims regularly for dents or corrosion Such damage may cause loss of pressure or poor seal at the tire bead NISSAN recommends waxing the road wheels to protect against road salt in areas where it is used during winter Spare tire TEMPORARY USE ONLY spare tire Observe the following precautions if the TEM PORARY USE ONLY spare tire must be used Otherwise your vehicle could be damaged or involved in an accident AWARNING The spare tire should be used for emer gency use only It should be replaced with the standard tire at the first oppor tunity to avoid possible tire or differen tial damage Drive carefully while the TEMPORARY USE ONLY spare tire is installed Avoid sharp turns and abrupt braking while driving Periodically check spare tire inflation pressure Always keep the pressure of the TEMPORARY USE ONLY spare tire at 60 psi 420 kPa 4 2 bar With the TEMPORARY USE ONLY spare tire installed do not drive the vehicle at speeds faster than 50 MPH 80 km h When driving on roads covered with snow or ice the TEMPORARY USE ONLY spare tire should be used on the rear wheels and the original tire used on the front wheels drive wheels Use tire chains only on the front original tires Tire tread of the TEMPORARY USE ONLY spare tire will wear at a faster rate than t
150. he first stored preset of Travel Preset A 4 Ifthe radio cannot find any stations the radio displays NO STATION and mutes the au dio 5 If the radio cannot fill all the presets the remaining presets are stored with 87 9 for FM and 600 for AM The TUNE SCAN SEEK and preset memory functions are available while Travel Preset mode is on Canceling Travel Preset Press the TRAVEL preset button lt 1 5 seconds to clear the Travel Preset memory This turns off the Travel icon The radio returns to the last used preset of A B or C in the permanent preset memory Storing Travel Preset stations in permanent memory 1 While in Travel Preset mode press and hold the TRAVEL preset button until it beeps gt 3 seconds 2 The presets are transferred from Travel Pre set memory to the permanent preset memory for A B and C LOAD is dis played 3 The TRAVEL preset indicator turns off Preset Scan Pressing the Preset Scan button lt 1 5 seconds scans the permanent preset memory that Is se lected A B or C from 1 6 for 5 seconds If the Travel Preset is ON the travel preset that is selected A B or C from 1 6 is scanned for 5 seconds Heater air conditioner and audio systems 4 17 All Preset Scan Pressing the Preset Scan button gt 1 5 seconds scans all the permanent preset memory banks A B or C from 1 6 for 5 seconds If the Travel Preset is ON all the travel preset memory banks
151. he standard tire Replace the spare tire as soon as the tread wear indicators appear Do not use the spare tire on other vehicles Do not use more than one spare tire at the same time Do not tow a trailer when the TEMPO RARY USE ONLY spare tire is installed A CAUTION Do not use tire chains on a TEMPO RARY USE ONLY spare tire Tire chains will not fit properly and may cause dam age to the vehicle Because the TEMPORARY USE ONLY spare tire is smaller than the original tire ground clearance is reduced To avoid damage to the vehicle do not drive over obstacles Also do not drive the vehicle through an automatic car wash since it may get caught Maintenance and do it yourself 8 45 MEMO 8 46 Maintenance and do it yourself 9 Technical and consumer information Capacities and recommended fuel lubricants Fuel recommendation 0 00ce eee eens Engine oil and oil filter recommendation Recommended SAE viscosity number Air conditioner system refrigerant and lubricant recommendations SPCCWICANONS sae ches whan chsh neni Kee nae eee aks a e 22 een tees eeen eters eeeeeeeeeeon ears Wheels and TSS 20use eeweeeeenceaissvaaudeus Dimensions and weights When traveling or registering your vehicle in another COUNTY 22s2kGedeeentadeseSadeantcatcstce Vehicle identification 0 0 cee eee ees Vehicle identification number VIN pla
152. he system Have the system checked by a NISSAN dealer Once the pre tensioner seat belt has activated it cannot be reused and must be replaced together with the retractor See your NISSAN dealer Removal and installation of the pre tensioner seat belt system components should be done by a NISSAN dealer 1 24 Seats restraints and supplemental air bag systems All seat belt assemblies including re tractors and attaching hardware should be inspected after any collision by a NISSAN dealer NISSAN recom mends that all seat belt assemblies in use during a collision be replaced un less the collision was minor and the belts show no damage and continue to operate properly Seat belt assemblies not in use during a collision should also be inspected and replaced if either damage or improper operation is noted All child restraints and attaching hard ware should be inspected after any col lision Always follow the restraint manufacturer s inspection instructions and replacement recommendations The child restraints should be replaced if they are damaged CHILD SAFETY Children need adults to help protect them They need to be properly restrained The proper restraint depends on the child s size Generally infants up to about 1 year and less than 20 pounds 9 kg should be placed in rear facing child restraints Front facing child re straints are available for children who outgrow rear facing child restraints AWA
153. hether the front occupants are belted or unbelted This does not indicate improper perfor mance of the system If you have any questions about the performance of your air bag system please contact your NISSAN dealer When the supplemental front air bag inflates a fairly loud noise may be heard followed by the release of smoke This smoke is not harmful and does not indicate a fire Care should be taken to not inhale it as it may cause Irritation and chok ing Those with a history of a breathing condition should get fresh air promptly Supplemental front air bags along with the use of seat belts help to cushion the impact force on the face and chest of the front occupants They can help save lives and reduce serious injuries However an inflating front air bag may cause facial abrasions or other injuries Front air bags do not provide restraint to the lower body Seat belts should be correctly worn and the driver and passenger seated upright as far as practical away from the steering wheel or instru ment panel The supplemental front air bags in flate quickly in order to help protect the front occupants Because of this the force of the front air bag inflating can increase the risk of injury if the occupant is too close to or is against the front air bag module during inflation The front air bags deflate quickly after a collision The supplemental front air bags operate only when the ignition switch is in the ON or STAR
154. hibit their use Check local state and provincial laws before installing studded tires Skid and traction capabilities of studded snow tires on wet or dry surfaces may be poorer than that of non studded snow tires 3 Tire chains may be used Use of tire chains may be prohibited accord ing to location Check the local laws before installing tire chains When installing tire chains make sure they are of proper size for the tires on your vehicle and are installed according to the chain manufacturer s sug gestions Use only SAE Class S chains Class S chains are used on ve hicles with restricted tire to vehicle clear ance Vehicles that can use Class S chains are designed to meet the minimum clear ances between the tire and the closest ve hicle suspension or body component re quired to accommodate the use of a winter traction device tire chains or cables The minimum clearances are determined using the factory equipped tire size Other types may damage your vehicle Use chain ten sioners when recommended by the tire chain manufacturer to ensure a tight fit Loose end links of the tire chain must be secured or removed to prevent the possibil ity of whipping action damage to the fenders or underbody If possible avoid fully loading your vehicle when using tire chains In addi tion drive at a reduced speed Otherwise your vehicle may be damaged and or vehicle handling and performance may be adversely affe
155. hild restraint Seats restraints and supplemental air bag systems 1 31 INSTALLATION ON REAR SEAT CENTER OR OUTBOARD POSITIONS AWARNING The three point seat belt in your vehicle is equipped with an automatic locking mode retractor which must be used when installing a child restraint e Failure to use the retractor s locking mode will result in the child restraint not being properly secured The re straint could tip over or otherwise be unsecured and cause injury to the child in a sudden stop or collision Front Facing outboard step 1 Front Facing center step 1 Front facing WRS0248 WRS0249 When you install a child restraint in the rear seat follow these steps 1 Position the child restraint on the seat It can be placed in a front facing direction de pending on the size of the child Always follow the restraint manufacturer s instruc tions 1 32 Seats restraints and supplemental air bag systems WRS0250 Front Facing step 2 2 Route the seat belt tongue through the child restraint and insert it into the buckle until you hear and feel the latch engage Be sure to follow the child restraint manu facturer s instructions for belt routing WRS0251 WRSO0146 Front Facing step 3 Front Facing step 4 3 Pull on the shoulder belt until all of the belt is 4 Allow the seat belt to retract Pull up on the fully extended At this time the seat belt shoulder belt to remove any
156. hood AWARNING If steam or water is coming from the en gine stand clear to prevent getting burned 5 Visually check drive belts for damage or looseness Also check if the cooling fan is running The radiator hoses and radiator should not leak water If coolant is leaking the water pump belt is missing or loose or the cooling fan does not run stop the en gine AWARNING Be careful not to allow your hands hair jewelry or clothing to come into contact with or get caught in engine belts or the engine cooling fan The engine cooling fan can start at any time when the coolant temperature is high 6 After the engine cools down check the cool ant level in the reservoir tank with the engine running Add coolant to the reservoir tank if necessary Have your vehicle repaired at a NISSAN dealer In case of emergency 6 9 TOWING YOUR VEHICLE When towing your vehicle all State Provincial in Canada and local regulations for towing must be followed Incorrect towing equipment could dam age your vehicle Towing instructions are avail able from a NISSAN dealer Local service opera tors are generally familiar with the applicable laws and procedures for towing To assure proper towing and to prevent accidental damage to your vehicle NISSAN recommends having a service operator tow your vehicle It is advisable to have the service operator carefully read the following precautions AWARNING Never ride in a vehicle
157. ht does not come on or go off have the traction control system checked by a NISSAN dealer The system operates in all transmission shift lever positions but the system can upshift the trans mission only as high as the indicated shift lever position Tes Traction control system off indicator light After turning the ignition key to the ON position the light will illuminate The light will turn off after about 2 seconds if the traction control system TCS is operational If the light stays on or comes on when you are driving it may indicate the traction control system is not functioning properly Have the system checked by a NISSAN dealer Instruments and controls 2 11 The light comes on when the traction control off switch is pushed to OFF This indicates the trac tion control system Is not operating Push the traction control off switch again or re start the engine and the system will operate nor mally See Traction control in the Starting and driving section of this manual Turn signal hazard indicator lights The appropriate light flashes when the turn signal switch is activated Both lights flash when the hazard switch is turned on AUDIBLE REMINDERS Brake pad wear warning The disc brake pads have audible wear warnings When a brake pad requires replacement it makes a high pitched scraping sound when the vehicle is in motion whether or not the brake pedal is depressed Have the brakes che
158. ied government test courses For example a tire graded 150 would wear one and a half 1 1 2 times as well on the govern ment course as a tire graded 100 However relative tire performance depends on actual driv ing conditions and may vary significantly due to variations in driving habits service practices and differences in road characteristics and climate Traction AA A B and C The traction grades from highest to lowest are AA A B and C Those grades represent the tire s ability to stop on wet pavement as mea sured under controlled conditions on specified government test surfaces of asphalt and con crete A tire marked C may have poor traction performance AWARNING The traction grade assigned to your ve hicle tires is based on straight ahead braking traction tests and does not in clude acceleration cornering hydroplan ing or peak traction characteristics Temperature A B and C Temperature grades are A the highest B and C They represent a tire s resistance to heat build up and its ability to dissipate heat when tested under controlled conditions on a specified indoor laboratory test wheel Sustained high tem perature can cause tire material to degenerate reducing tire life Excessive temperatures can lead to sudden tire failure Grade C corresponds to a performance level which all passenger car tires must meet under the Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard No 109 Grades A and B rep resent high
159. ies the air which helps defog the windshield The 7S mode automatically turns off allowing outside air to be drawn into the passenger compartment to further improve the defogging performance Operating tips Clear snow and ice from the wiper blades and air inlet in front of the windshield This improves heater operation AIR CONDITIONER OPERATION if so equipped Start the engine turn the fan control dial to the desired 1 4 position and push in the 4 button to activate the air conditioner When the air conditioner is on cooling and dehumidifying functions are added to the heater operation The air conditioner cooling function oper ates only when the engine is running Cooling This mode is used to cool and dehumidify the air 1 Push the VS button to the off position a 2 Turn the air flow control dial to the position 3 Turn the fan control dial to the desired posi tion 4 Push the 47 amp comes on button The indicator light 5 Turn the temperature control dial to the de sired position For quick cooling when the outside tem perature is high push the gt button to the on position indicator light on Be sure to return the gt to the off position for normal cooling Dehumidified heating This mode is used to heat and dehumidify the air 1 Push the VS button to the off position 2 Turn the air flow control dial to the s position 3 Turn the fan control dial to the desired
160. ight of the seat cushion Lumbar support if so equipped for driver s seat The lumbar support feature provides lower back support to the driver Move the lever up or down to adjust the seat lumbar area Seats restraints and supplemental air bag systems 1 5 FOLDING REAR SEAT Interior trunk access The trunk can be accessed from the passenger side of the rear seat for loading and unloading as shown Push down on the button on the rear parcel shelf 2 Fold down the passenger side seatback AWARNING Never allow anyone to ride in the cargo area or on the rear seat when it is in the fold down position Use of these areas by passengers without proper restraints could result in serious injury in an acci dent or sudden stop e Properly secure all cargo with ropes or straps to help prevent it from sliding or shifting Do not place cargo higher than the seatbacks In a sudden stop or col lision unsecured cargo could cause personal injury When returning the seatbacks to the upright position be certain they are completely secured in the latched posi tion If they are not completely secured passengers may be injured in an acci dent or sudden stop 1 6 Seats restraints and supplemental air bag systems e Closely supervise children when they are around cars to prevent them from playing and becoming locked in the trunk where they could be seriously in jured Keep the car locked with the rear s
161. ill be maintained automatically Air flow distribution and fan speed are also con trolled automatically e Do not set the temperature lower than the outside air temperature Otherwise the sys tem may not work properly Not recommended if windows fog up Dehumidified defogging 1 Push the DEF button 7 on The indica tor light on the button will come on 2 Turn the temperature dial to the left or right to set the desired temperature To quickly remove ice from the outside of the windows push the manual fan control button 5 and set to the maximum position e As soon as possible after the windshield is clean push the AUTO button to return to the auto mode When the DEF button SW is pushed the air conditioner will automatically be turned on at outside temperatures above 36 37 F 2 3 C The air conditioning system will continue to operate until the fan control dial is turned to OFF or the vehicle is shut off even if the air flow control dial is turned to a position other than the 7 position This dehumidifies the air which helps defog the windshield The air recirculate mode auto matically turns off allowing outside air to be drawn into the passenger compartment to further improve the defogging performance MANUAL OPERATION Fan speed control Push the fan control button to manually control the fan speed up or down Push the AUTO button to return to automatic control of the fan speed Air reci
162. ill capacity Capacity Approximate Recommended Fluids and Lubricants US measure Imp measure Liter Fuel 20 gal 16 5 8 gal 75 8 Unleaded gasoline with an octane rating of at least 87 AKI RON 91 1 Engine oil 7 Drain and Refill With oil filter change QR25DE 4 1 2 qt 3 3 4 qt 4 2 VQ35DE 4 1 4 at 3 1 2 at 4 0 API Certification Mark 2 3 Tr q q API grade SL Energy Conserving 2 3 Without oil filter change OQR25DE 4 1 4 qt 3 1 2 qt 4 0 ILSAC grade GF III 2 3 VQ35DE 3 7 8 qt 3 1 4 qt 3 7 Cooling system With reservoir QR25DE 8 qt 6 3 4 qt 7 6 50 Genuine NISSAN Anti freeze Long Life Coolant or equivalent VQ35DE 8 5 8 qt 7 1 4 at 8 2 50 Demineralized or distilled water Manual transmission gear oil 4 7 8 pt 4 pt 2 3 API GL 4 Viscosity SAE 75W 85 Refill to the proper level according to the instructions in Genuine Nissan Matic D ATF Continental U S and Alaska or Canada the Maintenance and do it yourself section NISSAN Automatic Transmission Fluid 4 Automatic transmission fluid Power steering fluid PSF Brake and clutch fluid Multi purpose grease Air conditioning system refrigerant Air conditioning system lubricants Winshield washer fluid Genuine NISSAN PSF or equivalent 8 Genuine NISSAN Heavy Duty Brake Fluid 5 or equivalent DOT 3 US FMVSS No 116 NLGI No 2 Lithium Soap base HFC 134a R 134a 6 NISSAN A C System Lubricant Type DH PS or equivalent 6 Genuine NISSAN Windshield Washer Concentrate Cleaner amp
163. in microfilter if so equipped 8 22 Windshield wiper blades 00 02e00e 8 25 CERIN ae rae denies karen caer e ee EEEE RETIE 8 25 Replacing 2fectcccecepseteeetenetaeenekadesdhe 8 25 Parking brake and brake pedal 8 26 Checking parking brake 2 2e eee 8 26 Checking brake pedal 2 0eee eee 8 26 Brake booster soc eottetieere sees gee saeeens 8 27 FUSES E E E E mee ueenes E EEE 8 27 Engine COMPAMMEN as ackd secssedecaeese cedars 8 27 Passenger compartment 00 eee eens 8 29 Keyfob battery replacement 0 0c eee eee 8 30 RIGS EE E aebeneaneeueeseReteaeeheen teens 8 31 Meadhon Soe nuencee cetacean a E eee eee 8 31 Front park turn sidemarker light 8 31 Fog lights if so equipped 0 ce eee eee 8 31 Exterior and interior lights 8 33 Wheels and tires ccctcncaceececereracseeexneetesee 8 40 Tire DressUle ce Gace ceieceu aes ecueaeesenacece 8 40 Types Ol les ceaeewed potest cee eee reene 8 41 Tite Chains 23 a codes etena kanntu nOA 8 42 Changing wheels and tires 00 cee eee eee 8 42 MAINTENANCE REQUIREMENTS Your new NISSAN has been designed to have minimum maintenance requirements with longer service intervals to save you both time and money However some day to day and regular maintenance is essential to maintain your NIS SAN s good mechanical condition as well as its emission and eng
164. indicator light will be on When the switch of the inside mirror is in the OFF position the inside mirror will operate normally Do not hang any object on the sensor or apply glass cleaner Doing so will reduce the sensitivity of the sensor resulting in improper operation OUTSIDE MIRROR REMOTE CONTROL The outside mirror remote control only operates when the ignition switch is in the ACC or ON position Rotate the control lever to select the right or left mirror Adjust the mirror to the desired position by moving the control lever AWARNING Objects viewed in the outside mirror on the passenger side are closer than they appear Be careful when moving to the right Using only this mirror could cause an accident Use the inside mirror or glance over your shoulder to properly judge distances to other objects Pre driving checks and adjustments 3 17 MEMO 3 18 Pre driving checks and adjustments 4 Heater air conditioner and audio systems VentilatolS anc dca takeasane aaa RENEE SEANN eee cade 4 2 Genter ventilators 00cccnc reuse ewww ew enna eae 4 2 Side VenIIAtOl Sr ar 45 cua tan cas an ease eee 4 2 Heater and air conditioner manual 0000 4 3 CONMOSs seth ovteeeeseewedes cod beeen owak oes 4 3 Heater operation cc lt vensecy hose neds en 268s ew 4 4 Air conditioner operation if so equipped 4 5 Air NOW chats 0 ke4564 bee et ancients terit rindas 4 6 Heater and air conditioner auto
165. ine performance It is the owner s responsibility to make sure that the scheduled maintenance as well as general maintenance Is performed As the vehicle owner you are the only one who can ensure that your vehicle receives proper maintenance You are a vital link in the mainte nance chain Scheduled maintenance For your convenience both required and optional scheduled maintenance items are described and listed in your NISSAN Service and Maintenance Guide You must refer to that guide to ensure that necessary maintenance is performed on your NISSAN at regular intervals General maintenance General maintenance includes those items which should be checked during normal day to day op eration of the vehicle They are essential if your vehicle is to continue to operate properly It is your responsibility to perform these maintenance procedures regularly as prescribed 8 2 Maintenance and do it yourself Performing general maintenance checks requires minimal mechanical skill and only a few general automotive tools These checks or inspections can be done by you a qualified technician or if you prefer a NISSAN dealer Where to go for service If maintenance service is required or your vehicle appears to malfunction have the systems checked and corrected by a NISSAN dealer NISSAN technicians are well trained specialists who are kept up to date with the latest service information through technical bulletins s
166. ing Do not place heavy objects on the sun roof or surrounding area The interior light has a three position switch and operates regardless of ignition switch position When the switch is in the ON position the interior light illuminates regardless of door position The light will go off after 30 minutes unless the ignition key is in the ACC or ON position When the switch is in the center O position the front and rear personal lights will illumi nate under the following conditions driver s door is unlocked remain on for a maximum of 30 seconds 2 36 Instruments and controls driver s door is opened remain on for amaximum of 30 seconds after driver s door is closed ignition key is removed from key cylinder remain on for a maximum of 30 seconds The lights will go off when the ignition key is in the ON position or the driver s door is closed and locked The lights will also go off after 30 minutes when doors are open When the switch is in the OFF position the interior light does not illuminate regard less of door position A CAUTION Do not use for extended periods of time with the engine stopped This could result in a discharged battery MAP LIGHTS WIC0289 WIC0290 Models without sunroof Models with sunroof To turn the map lights on press the switches To turn them off press the switches again A CAUTION Do not use for extended periods of time w
167. ing vents ANN H gt Temperature Air flow control Temperature Air flow control control dial control dial dial control dial control dial dial Air conditioner Air recirculation Air conditioner Air recirculation button button button button if so equipped if so equipped A C Air l A C Air T are Air Temp Fan button recirculation Air Temp Fan if so utton if so button equipped control control control a ss d control control control n p OFF OFF td aaa Sede RIGHT 4 8 Heater air conditioner and audio systems Cooling Air not passed through heater core Temperature Air flow control control dial control dial dial Air conditioner Air recirculation button button if so equipped A C button Air Air Tn oe if so recirculation ipped button control control control equippe Heater air conditioner and audio systems 4 9 HEATER AND AIR CONDITIONER automatic AWARNING The air conditioner cooling function op erates only when the engine is running Do not leave children impaired adults or pets alone in your vehicle They could accidentally injure themselves or oth AUTO ECON MANUAL ers through inadvertent operation of gt the vehicle Also on hot sunny days 198 GP ns v alll temperatures in a closed vehicle could quickly become high enough to cause severe or possibly fatal injuries to people or animals e Do not use the recirculation mode for long periods as it may cause the interior
168. ipped Cover the battery with an old position the two vehicles to bring their bat cloth to reduce explosion hazard teries near each other l l l 4 Connect jumper cables in the sequence il Do not allow the two vehicles to touch lustrated In case of emergency 6 7 A CAUTION e Always connect positive to positive and negative to body ground for example strut mounting bolt engine lift bracket etc not to the battery e Make sure the jumper cables do not touch moving parts in the engine com partment and that the cable clamps do not contact any other metal 5 Start the engine of the booster vehicle and let it run for a few minutes 6 Keep the engine speed of the booster ve hicle at about 2 000 rpm and start the en gine of the vehicle being jump started A CAUTION Do not keep the starter motor engaged for more than 10 seconds If the engine does not start right away turn the key off and wait 3 to 4 seconds before trying again 7 After starting the engine carefully discon nect the negative cable and then the positive cable 6 8 Incase of emergency 8 Replace the vent caps if so equipped Be sure to dispose of the cloth used to cover the vent holes as it may be contaminated with corrosive acid PUSH STARTING AWARNING Automatic transmission models cannot be push started or tow started This may cause transmission or other ve hicle damage Three
169. irs Otherwise have your vehicle towed because driv ing it could be dangerous Pressing the brake pedal with the en gine stopped and or a low brake fluid level may increase your stopping dis tance and braking will require greater pedal effort as well as pedal travel If the brake fluid level is below the MINIMUM or MIN mark on the brake fluid reservoir do not drive until the brake system has been checked at a NISSAN dealer Charge warning light If this light comes on while the engine is running it may indicate the charging system is not func tioning properly Turn the engine off and check the generator belt If the belt is loose broken missing or If the light remains on see a NISSAN dealer immediately A CAUTION Do not continue driving if the generator belt is loose broken or missing Door open warning light This light comes on when any of the doors are not closed securely while the ignition key Is in the ON position Engine oil pressure warning haa light This light warns of low engine oil pressure If the light flickers or comes on during normal driving pull off the road in a safe area stop the engine immediately and call a NISSAN dealer The engine oil pressure warning light is not designed to indicate a low oil level Use the dipstick to check the oil level See Engine oil in the Maintenance and do it yourself sec tion of this manual A CAUTION Running the engine with the en
170. isplay FM AM radio operation FM AM band select Push the AM or the FM button to change from AM to FM reception The FM stereo indicator ST illuminates during FM stereo reception When the stereo broadcast signal is weak the radio automatically changes from stereo to monaural reception 4 16 Heater air conditioner and audio systems A h A TUNE FF REV A WARNING The radio should not be tuned while driv ing so full attention may be given to ve hicle operation Use the amp and V buttons for manual tuning To move quickly through the channels hold the tuning buttons down A v SEEK tuning Push SEEK TRACK 4 or SEEK tuning begins from low to high frequencies or high to low frequencies depending on which button is pressed and stops at the next broad casting station If using the up button once the highest broadcasting station is reached the ra dio continues in the SEEK mode at the lowest broadcasting station If using the down button once the lowest broadcasting station is reached the radio continues in the SEEK mode at the highest broadcasting station SCAN tuning Push the SCAN button SCAN illuminates in the display window SCAN tuning begins from low to high frequencies or high to low frequencies SCAN tuning stops for 5 seconds at each broad casting station that has sufficient signal strength When scanning SCAN blinks in the display Pushing the SCAN button again during this 5
171. ith seats and seat belts 3 Use the remaining two 8 mm slotted hex Be sure everyone in your vehicle is in a head screws to mount the license plate to seat and using a seat belt properly the license plate bracket TERMS It is important to familiarize yourself with the fol lowing terms before loading your vehicle 2 Mount the license plate bracket using two of the four 8 mm slotted hex head screws Curb Weight actual weight of your vehicle vehicle weight including standard and op tional equipment fluids emergency tools and spare tire assembly This weight does not include passengers and cargo GVW Gross Vehicle Weight curb weight plus the combined weight of passengers and cargo GVWR Gross Vehicle Weight Rating maximum total weight load limit specified for the vehicle 9 12 Technical and consumer information INSTALLING FRONT LICENSE PLATE GAWR Gross Axle Weight Rating maxi mum weight load limit specified for the front or rear axle DETERMINING VEHICLE LOAD CAPACITY The load capacity of this vehicle is determined by weight not by available cargo space For ex ample a luggage rack bike carrier cartop carrier or similar equipment does not increase load car rying capacity of your vehicle To determine vehicle load capacity Vehicle weight can be determined by using a commercial grade scale found at places such as a truck stop gravel quarry grain elevator or a scra
172. ith the engine stopped This could result in a discharged battery TRUNK LIGHT The light illuminates when the trunk lid is opened When the trunk lid is closed the light goes off For bulb replacement procedures refer to Bulb replacement in the Maintenance and do it yourself section of this manual Instruments and controls 2 37 ILLUMINATED ENTRY SYSTEM The interior lights illuminate when a front or rear door is opened Once the doors are closed these lights turn off in 30 seconds or turn off immediately when the key is turned to the ON position BATTERY SAVER If the vehicle doors are not fully closed and the interior lights remain illuminated they eventually turn off automatically to prevent the battery from becoming discharged Interior lights that illumi nate when doors are opened turn off after ap proximately 30 minutes 2 38 Instruments and controls HOMELINK UNIVERSAL TRANSCEIVER if so equipped The HomeLink Universal Transceiver provides a convenient way to consolidate the functions of up to three individual hand held transmitters into one built in device HomeLink Universal Transceiver Will operate most Radio Frequency RF devices such as garage doors gates home and office lighting entry door locks and se curity systems Is powered by your vehicle s battery No separate batteries are required If the vehi cle s battery is discharged or is discon nected HomeLink wi
173. iven for a long time at high speeds or in city traffic in hot weather or if it is being used to pull a trailer the fluid level cannot be read accu rately You should wait until the fluid has cooled down about 30 minutes before checking fluid level POWER STEERING FLUID The fluid level should be checked using the HOT MAX range on the power steering fluid reservoir at fluid temperatures of 122 176 F 50 80 C or using the COLD MAX range on the power steering fluid reservoir at fluid tempera tures of 32 86 F 0 30 C If the fluid is below the MIN line add Genuine NISSAN PSF fluid Remove the cap and fill through the opening A CAUTION e DO NOT OVERFILL Maintenance and do it yourself 8 15 e Recommended fluid is Genuine NISSAN PSF or equivalent 8 16 Maintenance and do it yourself BRAKE AND CLUTCH FLUID For further brake and clutch fluid specification information refer to Capacities and recom mended fuel lubricants in the Technical and consumer information section of this manual AWARNING Use only new fluid from a sealed con tainer Old inferior or contaminated fluid may damage the brake and clutch sys tems The use of improper fluids can dam age the brake system and affect the vehi cle s stopping ability A CAUTION Do not spill the fluid on any painted sur faces This will damage the paint If fluid is spilled immediately wash the surface with water B
174. iving on rough roads The CD player sometimes cannot func tion when the compartment tempera ture is extremely high Decrease the temperature before use Do not expose the CD to direct sun light CDs that are of poor quality dirty scratched covered with fingerprints or that have pin holes may not work prop erly The following CDs may not work prop erly Copy control compact discs CCCD e Recordable compact discs CD R Rewritable compact discs CD RW 4 14 Heater air conditioner and audio systems Do not use the following CDs as they may cause the CD player to malfunc tion 3 1 in 8 cm discs with an adapter e CDs that are not round e CDs with a paper label e CDs that are warped scratched or have abnormal edges PRESET ABC button MIX button CD select button Display FM band select button AM band select button CD eject button TRAVEL button TUNE FF REV button 0 CLOCK button or MENU CLOCK but ton for radios with SCV 11 Priority scan button 12 AUDIO button 13 SCAN button 14 Station select buttons 15 PWR VOL control knob 16 CD insert slot 17 SEEK TRACK button FM AM RADIO WITH COMPACT DISC CD PLAYER PWR VOL control knob Turn the ignition key to the ACC or ON position then push the PWR VOL control knob If you listen to the radio with the engine not running turn the key to the ACC position The mode radio or CD that was playing immediately before
175. kly The air conditioning system should be operated for approximately 10 minutes at least once a month This helps pre vent damage to the system due to lack of lubrication If the engine coolant temperature gauge indicates engine coolant tem perature over the normal range turn the air conditioner off See If your vehicle overheats in the In case of emergency section of this manual AIR FLOW CHARTS The following charts show the button and dial positions for MAXIMUM AND QUICK heating cooling or defrosting The air recirculation button should always be in the OFF posi tion for heating and defrosting 4 6 Heater air conditioner and audio systems Defrosting Air passed Defogging through heater core Temperature Air flow control control dial control dial dial Air conditioner Air recirculation button button if so equipped Air recirculation Air Temp Fan button control control control HOT OFF 4 Heating Heated air at center vents Air passed through heater core Temperature Air flow control control dial control dial dial Air conditioner Air recirculation button button if so equipped A C Air button recirculation Air Temp Fan coun ed putten control control control gt o HOT OFF td RIGHT Heater air conditioner and audio systems 4 7 Heating amp Heating Air passed Defrosting amp Air passed woe through heater core ae LASS through heater core Defogg
176. lation and use When purchasing a child re straint be sure to select one which will fit your child and vehicle It may not be possible to properly install some types of child restraints in your vehicle If the child restraint is not anchored properly the risk of a child being in jured in a collision or a sudden stop greatly increases Adjustable seatbacks should be posi tioned to fit the child restraint but as upright as possible After attaching the child restraint test it before you place the child in it Tilt it from side to side Try to tug it forward and check to see if the belt holds the restraint in place The child restraint should not move more than 1 inch If the restraint is not secure tighten the belt as necessary or put the restraint in an other seat and test it again For a front facing child restraint check to make sure the shoulder belt does not go in front of the child s face or neck If it does put the shoulder belt behind the child restraint If you must install a front facing child restraint in the front seat see Installation on front passenger seat later in this section When your child restraint is not in use keep it secured with a seat belt to pre vent it from being thrown around in case of a sudden stop or accident A CAUTION Remember that a child restraint left in a closed vehicle can become very hot Check the seating surface and buckles before placing your child in the c
177. ld void the user s authority to operate the equipment This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules and RSS 210 of Industry Canada Operation is subject to the following two conditions 1 This device may not cause harmful interference and 2 this device must accept any interference received in cluding interference that may cause undes ired operation of the device LIGHTS HEADLIGHTS Replacing the xenon headlight bulb AWARNING Z HIGH VOLTAGE When xenon headlights are on they pro duce a high voltage To prevent an electric shock never attempt to modify or disas semble Always have your xenon head lights replaced at a NISSAN dealer For additional information see Headlight and turn signal switch in the Instru ments and controls section Replacing the halogen headlight bulb The headlight is a semi sealed beam type which uses a replaceable headlight halogen bulb Be cause the headlight assembly must be removed from the vehicle for bulb replacement see your NISSAN dealer A CAUTION Aiming is not necessary after replacing the bulb When aiming adjustment is necessary contact a NISSAN dealer Do not leave the headlight assembly open without a bulb installed for a long period of time Dust moisture smoke etc entering the headlight body may affect bulb performance Remove the bulb from the headlight assembly just before a replacement bulb is installed Only touch the plastic bas
178. lder belt and fasten it an extender is available which is compatible with the installed seat belts The ex tender adds approximately 8 inches 200 mm of length and may be used for either the driver or front passenger seating position See a NISSAN dealer for assistance if an extender is required AWARNING Only NISSAN seat belt extenders made by the same company which made the Original equipment seat belts should be used with NISSAN seat belts Adults and children who can use the standard seat belt should not use an extender Such unnecessary use could result in serious personal injury in the event of an accident Never use seat belt extenders to install child restraints If the child restraint is not secured properly the child could be seriously injured in a collision or a sud den stop SEAT BELT MAINTENANCE e To clean the seat belt webbing apply a mild soap solution or any solution recom mended for cleaning upholstery or carpet Then wipe with a cloth and allow the seat belts to dry in the shade Do not allow the seat belts to retract until they are completely dry If dirt builds up in the shoulder belt guide of the seat belt anchors the seat belts may retract slowly Wipe the shoulder belt guide with a clean dry cloth Periodically check to see that the seat belt and the metal components such as buckles tongues retractors flexible wires and anchors work properly If loose parts deterioratio
179. ll immediately come back ON Headlight switch in the AUTO position nighttime operation Fog lights marker and taillights come ON Headlights come ON The lights can be adjusted to turn ON in brighter or dimmer environments See your NISSAN dealer to have the sensi tivity setting adjusted Dash readouts dim unless the dimmer switch is on full bright If the ignition switch is in the OFF position with the fog lights turned ON the fog lights will be turned OFF by the Twilight Sentinel function approximately 45 seconds after the last door is closed The default setting is 45 seconds See your NISSAN dealer to have this time adjusted up to 180 seconds If any door is opened when the ignition switch is in the OFF position the Twilight Sentinel function operates for approximately 5 minutes After approximately 5 minutes the lights will turn OFF due to the Battery Saver function If the ignition switch is turned to the ON position after the fog lights were turned OFF by the Twilight Sentinel function the fog lights and the headlights will come ON to gether when the Auto Light Sensor deter mines it is dark enough The fog lights will now operate independently of the headlights only if the headlight switch is turned OFF When the high beams are turned ON the fog lights will turn OFF The fog lights will come back ON when the high beams are turned OFF Headlights turned ON and OFF by the driver no AUTO headlight functio
180. ll retain all program ming Once the HomeLink Universal Transceiver is programmed retain the original trans mitter for future programming procedures i e new vehicle purchases Upon sale of the vehicle the programmed HomeLink Universal Transceiver buttons should be erased for security purposes For addi tional information refer to Programming the HomeLink Universal Transceiver later in this section AWARNING Do not use the HomeLink Universal Transceiver with any garage door opener that lacks safety stop and re verse features as required by federal safety standards These standards be came effective for opener models manufactured after April 1 1982 A ga rage door opener which cannot detect an object in the path of a closing garage door and then automatically stop and reverse does not meet current federal safety standards Using a garage door opener without these features in creases the risk of serious injury or death During the programming procedure your garage door or security gate will open and close if the transmitter is within range Make sure that people or objects are clear of the garage door gate etc that you are programming Your vehicle s engine should be turned off while programming the HomeLink Universal Transceiver PROGRAMMING HOMELINK 1 With the ignition key in the OFF position press and hold the two outside buttons and release when the indicator light begins to
181. llisions although they may inflate if the forces in another type of collision are similar to those of a higher severity side impact They are designed to inflate on the side where the vehicle is impacted They may not inflate in certain side collisions Vehicle damage or lack of it is not always an indication of proper supplemental side air bag and curtain side impact air bag operation When the supplemental side air bag and curtain side impact air bag inflate a fairly loud noise may be heard followed by release of smoke This smoke is not harmful and does not indicate a fire Care should be taken not to inhale it as it may cause irritation and choking Those with a history of a breathing condition should get fresh air promptly Supplemental side air bags along with the use of seat belts help to cushion the impact force on the chest of the front occupants Curtain side impact air bags help to cushion the impact force to the head of occupants in the front and rear outboard seating positions They can help save lives and reduce serious injuries However an inflating side air bag and curtain side impact air bag may cause abrasions or other injuries Supplemental side air bags and curtain side impact air bags do not provide restraint to the lower body Seats restraints and supplemental air bag systems 1 17 The seat belts should be correctly worn and the driver and passenger seated upright as far as practical away from the su
182. lly NISSAN employs nearly 19 000 people throughout the United States Canada and Mexico An additional 60 000 people work for the 1 250 NISSAN and INFINITI dealers across North America NISSAN is also a substantial contributor to the Canadian economy Nissan Canada Inc its suppli ers and over 150 dealers employ approximately 4 500 people These include company employees and the staffs of NISSAN dealers all across Canada In addition many Canadians work for companies that supply NISSAN and NISSAN dealers with ma terials and services ranging from the operation of port facilities and transportation services to the supply of lubricants parts and accessories NISSAN pioneered the use of electronics and com puters in automobiles and has led the industry in improving both performance and fuel efficiency through new engine designs and the use of syn thetic materials to reduce vehicle weight The com pany has also developed ways to build quality into its vehicles at each stage of the production process both through extensive use of automation and most importantly through an awareness that people are the central element in quality control From the time the parts arrived from our suppliers until you took delivery of your new NISSAN dozens of checks were made to ensure that only the best job was being done in producing and delivering your vehicle NISSAN also takes great care to ensure that when you take your NISSAN to your deal
183. lowing the present one is pressed while the compact disc starts to play from the beginning Press amp several times to skip several selections Each time the button is pressed the CD advances 1 4 18 Heater air conditioner and audio systems additional selection The track number appears in the display window When the last selection on the compact disc is skipped the first selection is played When is pressed the selection being played returns to the beginning Press several times to skip back several selections Each time the button is pressed the CD moves back 1 selection If the play pattern is in MIX mode when the button is pressed the next ran dom selection will be played MIX button Press the MIX button to change CD play pat terns Repeat Mix Normal Play Repeat Press the MIX button lt 1 5 seconds once to repeat the current track The 1 icon is turned on Mix Press the MIX button lt 1 5 seconds again to start shuffle play of the current disc The MIX icon is turned on Normal play Press the MIX button lt 1 5 seconds again to return to normal play mode The MIX icon is turned off CD scan Press the SCAN button lt 1 5 seconds to scan all tracks of the current disc for 7 seconds per track The SCAN icon is flashed during Scan mode The Scan mode is canceled once it scans through all tracks on the disc or if the SCAN button is pressed during Scan mo
184. ls of a different off set could cause premature tire wear degrade ve hicle handling characteristics and or interference with the brake discs drums Such interference can lead to decreased braking efficiency and or early brake pad shoe wear Re fer to Wheel and tires in the Techni cal and consumer information section of this manual for wheel off set dimensions 8 44 Maintenance and do it yourself e Do not install a deformed wheel or tire even if it has been repaired Such wheels or tires could have structural damage and could fail without warning e The use of retread tires is not recommended For additional information regarding tires refer to Important Tire Safety In formation US or Tire Safety Informa tion Canada in the Warranty Informa tion Booklet Wheel balance Unbalanced wheels may affect vehicle handling and tire life Even with regular use wheels can get out of balance Therefore they should be bal anced as required Wheel balance service should be per formed with the wheels off the vehicle Spin balancing the wheels on the vehicle could lead to mechanical damage e For additional information regarding tires refer to Important Tire Safety Information US or Tire Safety Infor mation Canada in the Warranty In formation Booklet Care of wheels Wash the wheels when washing the vehicle to maintain their appearance Clean the inner side of the wheels when t
185. lugs An incorrect socket can damage the spark plugs QR25DE 1 Disconnect the negative battery cable 2 Remove the coil pack bolt 3 Remove the coil pack spark plug boot from the spark plug 4 Remove the spark plugs with a spark plug socket The plug socket has a rubber seal that holds the spark plug so it does not fall when it is pulled out Make sure each spark plug is snugly fitted into the spark plug socket 5 Fit the new plugs one at a time into the spark plug socket and install them Use only the specified spark plugs Turn each plug several full turns by hand then tighten with the spark plug socket to the correct torque Do not overtighten Spark plug tightening torque 14 22 ft lb 20 29 N m 6 Install the coil pack spark plug boot on the spark plug by pushing it on until you feel a snap 7 Install the coil pack bolt Coil pack tightening torque 48 65 in lb 5 4 7 3 N m 8 Connect the negative battery cable VQ35DE If replacement is required please see your NISSAN dealer for assistance Maintenance and do it yourself 8 21 AIR CLEANER The air cleaner filter should not be cleaned and reused Replace it according to the maintenance intervals shown in the NISSAN Service and Maintenance Guide When replacing the filter wipe the inside of the air cleaner filter housing and the cover with a damp cloth To remove the air cleaner filter 1 Loosen the screws 2 Push dow
186. matic 4 10 Automatic operation sussana erener rnn 4 11 Manual operation 0000 c eee eee eee 4 11 Operating LIDS ccne ean cannddas deen tanaadee ites 4 12 Servicing air CONCINONC lt lt dvead cewek decane cebewe 4 12 Audio System 4 ccckteuceceyceteee er cteceeeseres ee 4 13 Eie o eee aa ger nt Pa E 4 13 FM radio reception 22cc2keceoecuss Gesineeeras ed 4 13 AM radio reception ou c2eseeeenseutenseee eases 4 13 Audio operation precautions 00 0eee 4 14 FM AM radio with compact disc CD player 4 15 FM AM radio with compact disc CD changer if so equipped eee e eee 4 20 CD care and cleaning lt saiacspteganexvdevuees 4 27 Steering wheel switch for audio control if so equipped lt lt sccudeudtdccsamandeieeesdaus 4 27 Aa A song ceeen eeeeenbened E EEE E TT 4 28 Car p hone or OB fad anges vende reine nE Ruki 4 28 VENTILATORS TED e WHA0204 WHA0205 WHA0206 Center Left side Right side CENTER VENTILATORS SIDE VENTILATORS Adjust air flow direction by moving the ventilator You can open or close the side ventilators by slides using the dial located at the side of the ventila tors Adjust air flow direction by moving the ven tilator slide The airflow can be turned off by turning the dial to the outboard position 4 2 Heater air conditioner and audio systems HEATER AND AIR CONDITIONER manual AWARNING The air conditioner cooling function
187. me address and telephone number Vehicle identification number attached to the top of the instrument panel on the driver s side Date of purchase Current odometer reading Your NISSAN dealer s name Your comments or questions OR You can write to NISSAN with the information at For U S mainland and Alaska customers Nissan North America Inc Consumer Affairs Department P O Box 191 Gardena California 90248 0191 For Hawaii customers Nissan Motor Corporation in Hawaii 2880 Kilihau St Honolulu Hawaii 96819 For Canadian customers Nissan Canada Inc 5290 Orbitor Drive Mississauga Ontario L4W 4Z5 We appreciate your interest in NISSAN and thank you for buying a quality NISSAN vehicle Table of Contents Seats restraints and supplemental air bag systems Instruments and controls Pre driving checks and adjustments Heater air conditioner and audio systems Starting and driving In case of emergency Appearance and care Maintenance and do it yourself Technical and consumer information 1 Seats restraints and supplemental air bag systems Front manual seat adjustment 05 Front power seat adjustment if so equipped for Driver s Seal cca ac oes dua wihoee ne drana giran POIGING rear SGA navies epaiari pannin ean Head restraint adjustment 0000 eee Supplemental restraint system 0 e eee eee Precautions on supplemental restraint SYSTEM s
188. me on at any time without warning even if the ignition key is in the OFF position and the engine is not running To avoid injury always disconnect the negative battery cable before working near the fan If you must work with the engine run ning keep your hands clothing hair and tools away from moving fans belts and any other moving parts It is advisable to secure or remove any loose clothing and remove any jewelry such as rings watches etc before working on your vehicle Always wear eye protection whenever you work on your vehicle If you must run the engine in an en closed space such as a garage be sure there is proper ventilation for exhaust gases to escape Never get under the vehicle while it is supported only by a jack If it is neces sary to work under the vehicle support it with safety stands Keep smoking materials flame and sparks away from the fuel tank and battery On gasoline engine models with the multiport fuel injection MFI system the fuel filter or fuel lines should be serviced by a NISSAN dealer because the fuel lines are under high pressure even when the engine is Off A CAUTION Do not work under the hood while the engine is hot Turn the engine off and wait until it cools down Avoid contact with used engine oil and coolant Improperly disposed engine oil engine coolant and or other vehicle fluids can damage the environment Al ways conform to local regulations for disposal
189. memory Seek tuning radio Push the tuning switch or 4AN for more than 1 5 seconds to seek the next or previous radio station Next Previous track CD Push the tuning switch or for less than 1 5 seconds to return to the beginning of the present track or skip to the next track Push several times to skip back or skip through tracks This system searches for the blank intervals be tween selections If there is a blank interval within 1 program or there is no interval between pro grams the system may not stop in the desired or expected location Heater air conditioner and audio systems 4 27 Change disc CD if so equipped Push the tuning switch or for more than 1 5 seconds to change the playing disc up or down ANTENNA Window antenna The antenna pattern is printed inside the rear window A CAUTION Do not place metalized film near the rear window glass or attach any metal parts to it This may cause poor recep tion or noise When cleaning the inside of the rear window be careful not to scratch or damage the rear window antenna Lightly wipe along the antenna with a dampened soft cloth CAR PHONE OR CB RADIO When installing a CB ham radio or car phone in your NISSAN be sure to observe the following cautions otherwise the new equipment may ad versely affect the MFI Multiport Fuel Injection system and other electronic parts AWARNING e A cellular telephone shoul
190. moothly and the locks if so equipped hold securely in all latched positions Seat belts Check that all parts of the seat belt system for example buckles anchors adjusters and retractors operate properly and smoothly and are installed securely Check the belt web bing for cuts fraying wear or damage Steering wheel Check for changes in the steer ing system such as excessive freeplay hard steering or strange noises Maintenance and do it yourself 8 3 Warning lights and chimes Make sure all warning lights and chimes are operating properly Windshield wiper and washer Check that the wipers and washer operate properly and that the wipers do not streak Windshield defroster Check that the air comes out of the defroster outlets properly and in sufficient quantity when operating the heater or air conditioner Under the hood and vehicle The maintenance items listed here should be checked periodically for example each time you check the engine oil or refuel Automatic transmission fluid level Check the level after putting the selector lever in P with the engine idling at operating temperature Battery Check the fluid level in each cell It should be between the MAX and MIN lines Ve hicles operated in high temperatures or under severe conditions require frequent checks of the battery fluid level Brake and clutch fluid levels Make sure that the brake and clutch fluid level is between the MIN and MAX lines on
191. moved the indicator and disc icon will be turned off and then the next disc will emerge and so on 4 The display will be turned off after all discs are ejected and removed If a disc is not removed within 15 seconds or if the amp button is pressed again during the Eject sequence the entire disc Eject sequence will be canceled CD CARE AND CLEANING Handle a CD by its edges Do not bend the disc Never touch the surface of the disc Always place the discs in the storage case when they are not being used To clean a disc wipe the surface from the center to the outer edge using a clean soft cloth Do not wipe the disc using a circular motion Do not use a conventional record cleaner or alcohol intended for industrial use A new disc may be rough on the inner and outer edges Remove the rough edges by rubbing the inner and outer edges with the side of a pen or pencil as illustrated 1 Volume control switch up 2 Volume control switch down 3 Down 4 Mode select switch 5 Up STEERING WHEEL SWITCH FOR AUDIO CONTROL if so equipped MODE select switch Push the mode select switch to change the modes PRESET A PRESET B PRESET C Insert CD if so equipped Volume control switches Push amp or V the volume Ly A Tuning Memory change radio to increase or decrease Push the tuning switch or for less than 1 5 seconds to change to the next preset station in
192. n day or nighttime operation Same operation as Headlight switch in the AUTO position daytime operation de scribed above Some of the Battery Saver and Twilight Sentinel functions can be turned ON and OFF or adjusted Please see your NISSAN dealer if you have any questions To turn the fog lights OFF turn the switch to the OFF position The fog lights automatically turn off whenever the high beam headlight function is selected Instruments and controls 2 23 HAZARD WARNING FLASHER SWITCH Push the switch on to warn other drivers when you must stop or park under emergency condi tions All turn signal lights flash AWARNING If stopping for an emergency be sure to move the vehicle well off the road Do not use the hazard warning flashers while moving on the highway unless unusual circumstances force you to drive so slowly that your vehicle might become a hazard to other traffic 2 24 Instruments and controls Turn signals do not work when the haz ard warning flasher lights are on The flashers will operate with the ignition switch in any position Some state laws may prohibit the use of the hazard warning flasher switch while driving HORN To sound the horn push the center pad area of the steering wheel AWARNING Do not disassemble the horn Doing so could affect proper operation of the supplemental front air bag system Tam pering with the supplemental front air bag syst
193. n cuts or other damage on the webbing is found the entire seat belt as sembly should be replaced Seats restraints and supplemental air bag systems 1 29 CHILD RESTRAINTS PRECAUTIONS ON CHILD RESTRAINTS AWARNING Infants and small children should al ways be placed in an appropriate child restraint while riding in the vehicle Failure to use a child restraint can re sult in serious injury or death AWARNING Infants and small children should never be carried on your lap It is not possible for even the strongest adult to resist the forces of a severe accident The child could be crushed between the adult and parts of the vehicle Also do not put the same seat belt around both your child and yourself 1 30 Seats restraints and supplemental air bag systems Never install a rear facing child re straint in the front seat An inflating supplemental front air bag could seri ously injure or kill your child A rear facing child restraint must only be used in the rear seat e NISSAN recommends that the child re straint be installed in the rear seat Ac cording to accident statistics children are safer when properly restrained in the rear seat than in the front seat An improperly installed child restraint could lead to serious injury or death in an accident In general child restraints are designed to be installed with the lap portion of a three point type seat belt In addition this vehicle is eq
194. n on the clips 8 22 Maintenance and do it yourself AWARNING e Operating the engine with the air cleaner removed can cause you or oth ers to be burned The air cleaner not only cleans the air it stops the flame if the engine backfires If it isn t there and the engine backfires you could be burned Do not drive with the air cleaner removed and be careful when working on the engine with the air cleaner removed Never pour fuel into the throttle body or attempt to start the engine with the air cleaner removed Doing so could result in serious injury IN CABIN MICROFILTER if so equipped The in cabin microfilter restricts the entry of air borne dust and pollen particles and reduces some objectionable outside odors The filter is located behind the glove box Refer to the NISSAN Service and Maintenance Guide for change intervals To replace the filter perform the following proce dure 1 Remove the 2 lower glove box hinge pins Remove the glove box from the opening and let it hang by the cord STEA ni 2 Remove the filter cover from the intake unit NOTE aes he 2 hook tabs at the bot Phe filter is marked UP with an arrow The end of the filter with the arrow should face the rear of the vehicle 3 Slide the filter into the housing Maintenance and do it yourself 8 23 CORRECT INSTALLATION INCORRECT INSTA
195. n switch oaoa 5 4 Immobilizer system 2 12 3 2 5 5 Important vehicle information label 9 10 In cabin microtiter lt s s seca be we wo 8 22 Increasing fuel economy aao 5 15 Indicator lights and audible reminders See warning indicator lights and audible reminders oaoa aaa a 2 8 Inside Mirror aooaa bse a ew See 3 16 Instrument brightness control 2 22 Instrument panel 2 0 2 2 Interior NGI s te te a Ge 8 BX 2 36 Interior trunk lid release 3 12 ISOFIX child restraints 1 37 J Jump Siani e a amp a a Bid we he e 6 6 K Key lt a aie ea EA ee ew a oe 3 2 Keyless entry system See remote keyless entry system 3 5 L Labels Air conditioner specification label 9 11 Emission control information label 9 11 Engine serialnumber 9 10 F M V S S certification label 9 10 Vehicle identification number VIN plate 9 9 Warning labels for SRS 1 20 LATCH Lower Anchors and Tether for Children SVSCMs 42 bee e Mae oS oe ao 1 37 License plate Installing the license plate 9 12 Light Air bag warning light aaa 1 20 2 10 Brake light See stop light 2 8 33 Bulb check instrument panel 2 8 Bulb replacement aoaaa aaa 8 33 Charge warning light 2 9 Fog light switch 2 22 Headlight and turn signal switch 2 18 interorlighi s ss swa sas
196. n to the regu lar radio display after 7 seconds or you may press the AUDIO button again to return to the regular radio display Clock operation Pressing the MENU button displays the clock with the radio on or off Press the MENU button again to turn off the clock display Clock set 1 Press and hold the MENU button until it beeps gt 2 seconds 2 The hours will start flashing Press TUNE FF REV amp or V or SEEK TRACK 4 or to adjust the hours 3 Press the MENU button to switch to the minute adjustment 4 Press TUNE FF REV amp SEEK TRACK A or the minutes or V or to adjust 5 Press the MENU button again to exit the clock set mode The display will return to the regular clock display after 7 seconds or you may press the MENU button again to return to the regular clock display FM AM radio operation FM AM band select Push the AM or the FM button to change from AM to FM reception The FM stereo indicator ST illuminates during FM stereo reception When the stereo broadcast signal is weak the radio automatically changes from stereo to monaural reception A h A TUNE FF REV A WARNING The radio should not be tuned while driv ing so full attention may be given to ve hicle operation Use the amp and V buttons for manual tuning To move quickly through the channels hold the tuning buttons down Al v SEEK tuning Push SEEK TRACK A or SEEK tuning b
197. nal injury To avoid or reduce the risk the procedures must be followed precisely A CAUTION This is used to indicate the presence of a hazard that could cause minor or moder ate personal injury or damage to your ve hicle To avoid or reduce the risk the pro cedures must be followed carefully If you see this symbol it means Do not do this or Do not let this happen lt Le If you see a symbol similar to these in an illustra tion it means the arrow points to the front of the vehicle Ct omy Arrows in an illustration that are similar to these indicate movement or action t t Arrows in an illustration that are similar to these call attention to an item in the illustration The inside pages of this manual contain a minimum of 50 recycled fibers including 10 post consumer fibers CALIFORNIA PROPOSITION 65 WARNING A WARNING Engine exhaust some of its constituents and certain vehicle components contain or emit chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer and birth de fects or other reproductive harm In addi tion certain fluids contained in vehicles and certain products of component wear contain or emit chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm 2003 NISSAN NORTH AMERICA INC GARDENA CALIFORNIA All rights reserved No part of this Owner s Manual may be reproduced or stored in a retrieval system
198. nceysadeeeeeatete 2 24 Heated seat if so equipped 0 cece nunnu 2 25 Traction control system TCS off switch if so equipped ou crawsccusceuceduneextaeace dpeeet 2 26 Power pullet cnc cin ccatuasw eed Kran n E 2 26 Eae AATE A TEETE E E T E ET 2 27 Seatback pockets if so equipped 2 27 Seatback side pockets if so equipped 2 27 Sunglasses holder nuunuu anaana 2 28 Gup holdas errer serino rr Ar E eutnewwer dex kant 2 28 COVE DOK EET EEEE E T 2 29 Console Ok sc guceeedevescsoceesacseseeeetews 2 30 Covered storage DOX 1 cece eee ees 2 31 Cargo net if so equipped 000 cee ees 2 32 WV GOWS ETE EE E eave eens ce tae deaan ee 2 33 Power WNGOWS oo deeaad c g da wrt pada eve neta ee wan 2 33 Sunroof if so equipped ese in censure cotecdereanan 2 35 Elegii SUIMOO secs ccutwedae aceon do Enni eects 2 35 ea e NGI sae veces E E E E E eee 2 36 Map IONS syceusorctenedetesonuteseey RE rra eia 2 37 THM IOR sdrettuecewebeeueoeecoeeuee eae ee enee ne 2 37 Illuminated entry system 2 2 0 0 cece eee eee 2 38 Battery SAVE an nerund ned mee ioues Meee mee Sx 2 38 Homelink universal transceiver if so equipped 2 38 Programming HOMmeLINK 2 2 lt 40e02t0 lt 2see00 2 39 Programming HomeLink for Canadian CUSIOME S reserse esner kE rura AEA 2 39 Operating the HomeLink universal WANSCCIVG saeco ths waaa aiai E Da E i be 2 39 Programming trouble diagnosis essnee 2 40
199. nd controls 2 5 2 6 Type B Instruments and controls WIC0269 ENGINE COOLANT TEMPERATURE GAUGE The gauge indicates the engine coolant tempera ture The engine coolant temperature is within the normal range when the gauge needle points between the C and the H on the gauge The engine coolant temperature varies with the outside air temperature and driving conditions A CAUTION If the gauge indicates engine coolant tem perature over the normal range stop the vehicle as soon as safely possible If the engine is overheated continued opera tion of the vehicle may seriously damage the engine See If your vehicle over heats in the In case of emergency sec tion for immediate action required The gauge needle returns to E Empty after the ignition key is turned to OFF The low fuel warning light comes on when the amount of fuel in the tank is getting low Refill the fuel tank before the gauge regis ters E Empty The fp indicates that the fuel filler lid is located on the driver s side of the vehicle FUEL GAUGE The gauge indicates the approximate fuel level in the tank The gauge may move slightly during braking turning acceleration or going up or down hills A CAUTION if the vehicle runs out of fuel SERVICE eee ee the ENGINE malfunction indicator lamp MIL may come on Refuel as soon as possible After a few driving trips the ENGINE lamp should turn off If the
200. nd to prevent the brakes from overheating reduce speed and downshift to a lower gear before going down a slope or long grade Overheated brakes may reduce braking performance and could result in loss of vehicle control Starting and driving 5 17 AWARNING While driving on a slippery surface be careful when braking accelerating or downshifting Abrupt braking or accel erating could cause the wheels to skid and result in an accident If the engine is not running or is turned off while driving the power assist for the brakes will not work Braking will be harder Parking brake bedding The parking brake shoes must be bedded down whenever the stopping effect of the parking brake is weakened or whenever the parking brake shoes and or drum rotors are replaced in order to assure the best brake performance This procedure is described in the vehicle service manual and can be performed by a NISSAN dealer Wet brakes When the vehicle is washed or driven through water the brakes may get wet As a result your braking distance will be longer and the vehicle may pull to one side during braking To dry the brakes drive the vehicle at a safe speed while lightly pressing the brake pedal to 5 18 Starting and driving heat up the brakes Do this until the brakes return to normal Avoid driving the vehicle at high speeds until the brakes function correctly ANTI LOCK BRAKE SYSTEM ABS if so equipped The anti l
201. ng step 2 Route the seat belt tongue through the child restraint and insert it into the buckle until you hear and feel the latch engage Be sure to follow the child restraint manu facturer s instructions for belt routing WRS0260 Rear Facing step 3 Pull onthe shoulder belt until all of the belt is fully extended At this time the seat belt retractor is in the automatic locking mode child restraint mode It reverts to emer gency locking mode when the seat belt is fully retracted Seats restraints and supplemental air bag systems 1 35 WRS0253 WRS0254 Rear Facing step 4 Rear Facing step 5 4 Allow the seat belt to retract Pull up on the 5 Before placing the child in the child restraint shoulder belt to remove any slack in the belt use force to tilt the child restraint from side to side and tug it forward to make sure that itis securely held in place It should not move more than 1 inch 6 Check that the retractor Is in the automatic locking mode by trying to pull more seat belt out of the retractor If you cannot pull any more seat belt webbing out of the retractor the retractor is in the automatic locking mode 1 36 Seats restraints and supplemental air bag systems 7 Check to make sure that the child restraint is properly secured prior to each use If the belt is not locked repeat steps 3 through 6 After the child restraint is removed and the seat belt fully retracted the au
202. ning label Starting Before starting the engine Jump Starting es a a aw Se we ew Oe a Precautions when starting and driving Push Starting s esr a he ae e w aa Starting the engine Steering Power steering fluid Power steering system oaaao Tilting steering wheel Stop light Storage Sunglasses case ooa Sunglasses holder Sunroof Supplemental air bag warning light Supplemental restraint system Information and warning labels Precautions on supplemental restraint SYSTEM ssaa ace mone aoia aaa Supplemental restraint system Supplemental air bag system Switch Autolight switch aoaaa aaa aaa Automatic power window switch Fog light switch lt e ca s a 5 ea ae 4 Hazard warning flasher switch Headlight and turn signal switch Ignition switch Power door lock switch Rear window defogger switch Traction control system TCS off SWIC 64253 oe Gem wee ee eee ae Windshield wiper and washer switch 1 20 2 10 1 20 T Tachometer aoaaa a 6 eed os 2 5 Temperature gauge Engine coolant temperature gauge 2 6 Theft Nissan vehicle immobilizer system engine start 2 12 3 2 5 5 Three way catalyst 6 ee 5 2 Tilting steering wheel 3 14 Tire Fiat URS secas Ga we Oe Re Oo Ge we Os 6 2 Spare tire ve 2 3 aw ee Blew ee 6 3 8 44 Tire chains 254 4 66 hee ome eS 8 42 Tite placard s ios hata edn wo o
203. nism for child restraint installation It is referred to as the automatic locking mode When automatic locking mode is activated the seat belt cannot be withdrawn again until the seat belt tongue is detached from the buckle and fully retracted Once retracted the seat belt is in the emergency locking mode See Child restraints later in this section for more information The automatic locking mode should be used only for child restraint installation During normal seat belt use by a passen ger the locking mode should not be acti vated If it is activated it may cause uncom fortable seat belt tension AWARNING When fastening the seat belts be certain that the seatbacks are completely se cured in the latched position If they are not completely secured passengers may be injured in an accident or sudden stop Unfastening the seat belts 1 To unfasten the seat belt press the button on the buckle The seat belt automatically re tracts Checking seat belt operation Seat belt retractors are designed to lock seat belt movement by two separate methods When the seat belt is pulled quickly from the retractor When the vehicle slows down rapidly To increase your confidence in the seat belts check the operation as follows Seats restraints and supplemental air bag systems 1 27 Grasp the shoulder belt and pull forward quickly The retractor should lock and re strict further belt movement If th
204. nk to mix the washer fluid concen trate and water REAR WINDOW DEFROSTER SWITCH WIC0272 Type A To defrost the rear window glass start the engine and push the rear window defroster switch on The rear window defroster indicator light on the switch comes on Push the switch again to turn the defroster off The rear window defroster automatically turns off after approximately 15 minutes instruments and controls 2 17 LICO317 Type B A CAUTION When cleaning the inner side of the rear window be careful not to scratch or dam age the rear window defroster NOTE The top few rows of wires on the rear win dow are not part of the rear window de froster system These wires make up the antenna for the audio system 2 18 Instruments and controls HEADLIGHT AND TURN SIGNAL SWITCH XENON HEADLIGHTS AWARNING Z HIGH VOLTAGE When xenon headlights are on they produce a high voltage To prevent an electric shock never attempt to modify or disassemble Always have your xe non headlights replaced at a NISSAN dealer Xenon headlights provide considerably more light than conventional head lights If they are not correctly aimed they might temporarily blind an oncom ing driver or the driver ahead of you and cause a serious accident If headlights are not aimed correctly immediately take your vehicle to a NISSAN dealer and have the headlights adjusted correctly When the xenon headlight is initially
205. nserve energy Oils which do not have the specified quality label should not be used as they could cause engine damage Only those engine oils with the American Petro leum Institute API CERTIFICATION MARK on API service symbol the front of the container should be used This type of oil supersedes the existing API SG SH or SJ and Energy Conserving II categories If you cannot find engine oil with the API CERTI FICATION MARK use API grade SL Energy Conserving oil An oil with a single designation SL or in combination with other categories for example SL CF may also be used if one with the API CERTIFICATION MARK cannot be found An ILSAC grade GF III oil can also be used NISSAN recommends mineral based oils These oils must however meet the API quality and SAE viscosity ratings specified for your vehicle Oil additives NISSAN does not recommend the use of oil additives The use of an oil additive is not neces sary when the proper oil type is used and main tenance intervals are followed Oil which may contain foreign matter or has been previously used should not be used Oil viscosity The engine oil viscosity or thickness changes with temperature Because of this it is important to select the engine oil viscosity based on the temperatures at which the vehicle will be oper ated before the next oil change The chart Rec ommended SAE viscosity number shows the recommended oil viscosities for the expecte
206. nti lock brake system consists of electronic sensors and hydraulic solenoids controlled by a computer The computer has a built in diagnostic feature that tests the system each time you start the engine and move the vehicle at a low speed in forward or reverse When the self test occurs you may hear a clunk noise and or feel a pulsa tion in the brake pedal This is normal and is not an indication of any malfunction If the computer senses any malfunction it switches the anti lock brake system off and turns on the ABS brake warning light on the instrument panel The brake system then operates normally but without anti lock assistance If a malfunction occurs in the system the anti lock function will not operate but the standard vehicle brake system will continue to operate normally The ABS brake warning light will then come on If the light comes on during the self test or while driving take the vehicle to a NISSAN dealer for repair A 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 help maintain vehicle control during braking on slippery surfaces but remember that the stopping distance on slippery sur faces will be longer than on normal surfaces even with the anti lock brake system Stopping distances may also be longer on rough gravel or snow cov ered roads or if you are using tire chains Tire t
207. nto the oil pan WDI0212 VQ35DE 4 Remove the dipstick and wipe it clean Re insert it all the way WDI0213 Type A 5 Remove the dipstick again and check the oil level It should be between the H High and L Low marks This is the normal oper ating oil level range If the oil level is below the L Low mark remove the oil filler cap and pour recommended oil through the opening Do not overfill WDI0214 Type B 6 Recheck oil level with the dipstick It is normal to add some oil between oil maintenance intervals or during the break in period depending on the severity of operating conditions A CAUTION Oil level should be checked regularly Op erating the engine with an insufficient amount of oil can damage the engine and such damage is not covered by warranty WDI0215 QR25DE CHANGING ENGINE OIL 1 Park the vehicle on a level surface and apply the parking brake 2 Start the engine and let it idle until it reaches operating temperature then turn it off 3 Remove the oil filler cap by turning it coun terclockwise 4 Place a large drain pan under the drain plug Maintenance and do it yourself 8 11 WDIO0216 VQ35DE 5 Remove the drain plug with a wrench by turning it counterclockwise and completely drain the oll If the oil filter is to be changed remove and replace it at this time See Changing engine oil filter later in this section AWARNING Prolonged
208. nts such as soot bird drop pings tree sap metal particles or bugs get on the paint surface when dust or mud builds up on the surface Whenever possible store or park your vehicle inside a garage or in a covered area When it is necessary to park outside park in a shady area or protect the vehicle with a body cover Be careful not to scratch the paint surface when putting on or removing the body cover WASHING Wash dirt off with a wet sponge and plenty of water Clean the vehicle thoroughly using a mild soap a special vehicle soap or general purpose dishwashing liquid mixed with clean lukewarm never hot water 7 2 Appearance and care A CAUTION e Do not wash the vehicle with strong household soap strong chemical deter gents gasoline or solvents Do not wash the vehicle in direct sun light or while the vehicle body is hot as the surface may become water spotted Avoid using tight napped or rough cloths such as washing mitts Care must be taken when removing caked on dirt or other foreign sub stances so the paint surface is not scratched or damaged Rinse the vehicle thoroughly with plenty of clean water Inside flanges seams and folds on the doors hatches and hood are particularly vulnerable to the effects of road salt Therefore these areas must be cleaned regularly Take care that the drain holes in the lower edge of the door are open Spray water under the body and in the wheel wells
209. o drive the vehicle The FSF lamp should turn off after a few driving trips If the SSF lamp does not turn off after a few driving trips have the vehicle inspected by a NISSAN dealer You do not need to have your vehicle towed to the dealer Malfunction indicator lamp blinking An engine misfire has been detected which may damage the emission control system To re duce or avoid emission control system dam age 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 lamp may stop blinking and come on steady Have the vehicle inspected by a NISSAN dealer You do not need to have your vehicle towed to the dealer A CAUTION Continued vehicle operation without hav ing the emission control system checked and repaired as necessary could lead to poor driveability reduced fuel economy and possible damage to the emission con trol system Slip indicator light if so equipped This indicator light will blink when the traction control system is limiting wheel spin Slippery road conditions may exist if the slip indicator blinks on If this happens adjust your driving accordingly The slip indicator light also comes on when you turn the ignition key to the ON position The light will turn off after about 2 seconds if the system is operational If the lig
210. ock brake system controls the brakes at each wheel so the wheels do not lock when braking abruptly or when braking on slippery sur faces The system detects the rotation speed at each wheel and varies the brake fluid pressure to prevent each wheel from locking and sliding By preventing wheel lockup the system helps the driver maintain steering control and helps to mini mize swerving and spinning on slippery surfaces Using the system Depress the brake pedal and hold it down A WARNING Do not pump the brake pedal Doing so may result in increased stopping distances Normal operation The anti lock brake system does not operate at speeds below 3 6 MPH 5 10 km h The speeds vary according to road conditions When driving the anti lock brake system con trols the wheels so they will not lock when brak ing abruptly or when braking on a slippery road Thus difficult steering and swerving of the ve hicle due to locked wheels is minimized The system detects the wheel rotation rate and elec tronically controls the pressure applied to each brake Slight vibration on the brake pedal accom panied by noise usually occurs while the ABS system is operating Such vibration and noise encountered during abrupt braking is not a prob lem but indicates that the system is functioning properly However the pulsation may indicate that road conditions are hazardous and extra care is required while driving Self test feature The a
211. or transmitted in any form or by any means electronic mechanical photocopying recording or otherwise without the prior written permission of Nissan North America Inc Gar dena California WELCOME TO THE WORLD OF NISSAN NISSAN TECHNICAL CENTER NORTH AMERICA INC in Farmington Hills Michigan Your new NISSAN is the result of our dedication to produce the finest in safe reliable and economical transportation Your vehicle is the product of a suc cessful worldwide company that manufactures cars and trucks in over 17 countries and distributes them in 170 nations NISSAN vehicles are designed and manufactured by Nissan Motor Co Ltd which was founded in Tokyo Japan in 1933 and NISSAN affiliates world wide collectively growing to become the fifth largest automaker in the world In addition to cars and trucks NISSAN also makes forklift trucks marine engines boats and other diversified products NISSAN has made a substantial and growing in vestment in North America NISSAN s commitment is over 6 billion dollars in capital investments in facilities across the continent Some of the facilities include the Nissan Manufacturing facilities in Can ton Mississippi and in Smyrna Tennessee vehicle NISSAN MANUFACTURING FACILITY in Smyrna Tennessee styling design at Nissan Design America Inc in San Diego California and engineering at Nissan Tech nical Center North America in Farmington Hills Michigan Additiona
212. our vehicle Keep snow clear of the exhaust pipe and from around your vehicle Starting and driving 5 21 ENGINE BLOCK HEATER if so equipped An engine block heater to assist in extreme cold temperature starting is available through a NISSAN dealer AWARNING Do not use your heater with an un grounded electrical system or two pronged cheater adapters You can be injured by an electrical shock if you use an ungrounded connection 5 22 Starting and driving 6 In case of emergency Pid ACs ee se Grea E E eee eet ecu ses 6 2 Changing a flat tire xs swsccdanewetuwweeekaweures 6 2 JUMP STARING 232 acones ota besos eneee eee e chu cs wewe ee 6 6 Push Stat eriein e hee es eee 6 8 If your vehicle overheatS 0200e eee eee eee 6 9 TOWING your vehicle oa xctnca cee ide tue Rewer ak eee en Towing recommended by NISSAN Vehicle recovery freeing a stuck vehicle Flat towing FLAT TIRE CHANGING A FLAT TIRE If you have a flat tire follow the instructions be low Stopping the vehicle 1 Safely move the vehicle off the road and away from traffic 2 Turn on the hazard warning flashers Park on a level surface and apply the parking brake Shift the manual transmission into R Reverse or the automatic transmission into P Park 4 Turn off the engine 5 Raise the hood to warn other traffic and to signal professional road assistance person nel that you need assistanc
213. p metal recycling facility 1 Determine the curb weight of your vehicle 2 Compare the curb weight amount to the GVWR specified for your vehicle to deter mine how much more weight your vehicle can Carry 3 After loading cargo and passengers re weigh your vehicle to determine if either GVWR or GAWR for your vehicle is ex ceeded If GVWR is exceeded remove cargo as necessary If either the front or rear GAWR is exceeded shift the load or remove Cargo as necessary LOADING TIPS The GVW must not exceed GVWR or GAWR as specified on the F M V S S certi fication label Do not load the front and rear axle to the GAWR Doing so will exceed the GVWR AWARNING e Properly secure all cargo with ropes or straps to help prevent it from sliding or shifting Do not place cargo higher than the seatbacks In a sudden stop or col lision unsecured cargo could cause personal injury e Do not load your vehicle any heavier than the GVWR or the maximum front and rear GAWRs If you do parts of your vehicle can break tire damage could occur or it can change the way your vehicle handles This could result in loss of control and cause personal injury Overloading can shorten the life of the vehicle Failures caused by overloading are not covered by the vehicle s warranty Technical and consumer information 9 13 TOWING A TRAILER Your new vehicle was designed to be used pri marily to carry passengers and cargo
214. pplemental side air bag Rear seat passengers should be seated as far away as practical from the door finishers and side roof rails The side air bags and curtain side impact air bag inflate quickly in order to help protect the front occupants Because of this the force of the side air bag and curtain side impact air bag inflating can increase the risk of injury If the occupant is too close to or is against these air bag modules during inflation The side air bag and curtain side impact air bag will deflate quickly after the collision is over The supplemental side air bags and curtain side impact air bags operate only when the ignition switch is in the ON or START posi tions After turning the ignition key to the ON position the supplemental air bag warning light illuminates The supplemental air bag warning light will turn off after about 7 seconds if the system is operational AWARNING Do not place any objects near the seat back of the front seats Also do not place any objects an umbrella bag etc between the front door finisher and the front seat Such objects may become dangerous projectiles and cause injury if the supplemental side air bag inflates Right after inflation several side air bag and curtain side impact air bag system components will be hot Do not touch them you may severely burn yourself No unauthorized changes should be made to any components or wiring of the side air bag and curtain side impa
215. pressure Turn the cap a third of a turn and wait for any hissing sound to stop to prevent fuel from spraying out and possibly causing personal injury Then remove the cap Do not attempt to top off the fuel tank after the fuel pump nozzle shuts off automatically Continued refueling may cause fuel overflow resulting in fuel spray and possibly a fire Use only an original equipment type fuel filler cap as a replacement It has a built in safety valve needed for proper operation of the fuel system and emis sion control system An incorrect cap can result in a serious malfunction and possible injury It could also cause the malfunction indicator lamp to come on Never pour fuel into the throttle body to attempt to start your vehicle Do not fill a portable fuel container in the vehicle or trailer Static electricity can cause an explosion of flammable liquid vapor or gas in any vehicle or trailer To reduce the risk of serious injury or death when filling portable fuel containers Pre driving checks and adjustments 3 13 Always place the container on the ground when filling Do not use electronic devices when filling Keep the pump nozzle in contact with the container while you are fill ing it Use only approved portable fuel con tainers for flammable liquid A CAUTION If fuel is spilled on the vehicle body flush it away with water to avoid paint damage 3 14 Pre driving checks and adjus
216. ps 9 11 Tire pressure 2 oc kd we Se ee ee 8 40 Tire rotation s 6 sss 26 e ea wes 8 42 Types OM UES 6 s ad ee ow ee De 8 41 Uniform tire quality grading 9 17 Wheels andtires 8 40 Wheel tire size 2 0004 9 8 Top tether strap child restraint 1 38 Towing Flat towing 3 hoe e eee oe ee oe oo 6 12 TOW TUCK towing ac iea nae ae Ses 6 10 Towing load specification chart 9 15 Trailer towing 5 a alee eee aw ek 9 14 Traction control system TCS off switch 2 26 Transceiver HomeLink Universal Transceiver 2 38 Transmission Automatic transmission fluid ATF 8 14 Driving with automatic transmission 5 7 Driving with manual transmission 5 10 Selector lever lock release 5 9 Travel See registering your vehicle in another COUN a a tsk oo eo aa De E 9 9 Trip odometer 6 asm Haw ew we we 8 2 3 Trunk access through the rearseat 1 6 Trunk lid lock opener lever 3 11 UNKON e 2 6 a a Wom e aa ew 2 37 Turn signal switch See headlight and turn signal switch a 2 18 2 22 U Uniform tire quality grading 9 17 V Vanity MIMO a w a ee a We a a Ge od ae 3 15 Vehicle dimensions and weights 9 8 Vehicle identification 9 9 Vehicle identification number VIN Chassis number 0005 eee 9 9 Vehicle identification number VIN plate 9 9 Vehicle loading information
217. r the supplemental front air bag supplemental side air bag if so equipped curtain side impact air 2 10 instruments and controls bags and pre tensioner seat belt systems need servicing and your vehicle must be taken to a NISSAN dealer The supplemental air bag warning light re mains on after approximately 7 seconds The supplemental air bag warning light flashes intermittently The supplemental air bag warning light does not come on at all Unless checked and repaired the supplemental restraint system air bag system and or the pre tensioner seat belts may not function properly For additional details see Supplemental restraint system in the Seats restraints and supplemen tal air bag systems section of this manual A WARNING If the supplemental air bag warning light is on it could mean that the supplemental front air bag supplemental side air bag curtain side impact air bag systems if so equipped and or pre tensioner seat belt systems will not operate in an accident Trunk lid open warning light This light comes on when the trunk lid is not securely closed while the ignition key is in the ON position INDICATOR LIGHTS CRUISE Cruise main switch indicator light if so equipped The light comes on when the cruise control main switch is pushed The light goes out when the main switch is pushed again When the cruise main switch indicator light comes on the cruise control system i
218. r or when restart ing depress the accelerator pedal a little approximately 1 5 to the floor and hold it and then crank the engine Release the key and the accelerator pedal when the engine starts When the engine is very hard to start because It is flooded depress the accel erator pedal all the way to the floor and hold it Crank the engine for 5 6 seconds After cranking the engine release the ac celerator pedal Crank the engine with your foot off the accelerator pedal by turning the ignition key to START Release the key when the engine starts If the engine starts but fails to run repeat the above procedure A CAUTION Do not operate the starter for more than 15 seconds at a time If the engine does not start turn the key off and wait 10 seconds before cranking again otherwise the starter could be damaged 4 Allow the engine to idle for at least 30 sec onds after starting Drive at moderate speed for a short distance first especially in cold weather DRIVING THE VEHICLE AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION if so equipped AWARNING e Do not depress the accelerator pedal while shifting from P Park or N Neu tral to R Reverse D Drive 3 2 or 1 Always depress the brake pedal until shifting is completed Failure to do so could cause you to lose control and have an accident Cold engine idle speed is high so use caution when shifting into a forward or reverse gear before the engine has warmed up
219. r risk of injury or death in a crash You may also receive serious or fatal injuries from the air bag if you are up against it when it inflates Always sit back against the seatback and as far away as practical from the steering wheel Always use the seat belts SUN VISORS Slide the sun visor extension in or out as needed if so equipped A CAUTION Do not store the sun visor before returning it to its Original position VANITY MIRRORS if so equipped To access the vanity mirror pull the sun visor down and flip open the mirror cover Some vanity mirrors are illuminated and turn on when the mirror Cover is open Pre driving checks and adjustments 3 15 MIRRORS INSIDE MIRROR The night position reduces glare from the headlights of vehicles behind you at night Use the day position when driving in daylight hours A WARNING Use the night position only when neces sary because it reduces rear view clarity 3 16 Pre driving checks and adjustments AUTO position OFF position AUTO indicator light Sensor on back of mirror 5 Sensor AUTOMATIC ANTI GLARE INSIDE MIRROR if so equipped The inside mirror is designed so that it automati cally changes reflection according to the intensity of the headlights of the vehicle following you Ae 0D When the inside mirror switch is in the AUTO position excessive glare from the headlights of the vehicle behind you will be reduced The AUTO
220. rake warning light goes out CRUISE CONTROL if so equipped Cruise control main switch RES ACCEL switch CANCEL switch 4 COAST SET switch PRECAUTIONS ON CRUISE CONTROL lf the cruise control system malfunctions it cancels automatically The SET indicator light in the instrument panel then blinks to warn the driver f the SET indicator light blinks turn the cruise control main switch off and have the system checked by a NISSAN dealer ae a The SET indicator light may blink when the cruise control main switch is turned ON while pushing the RES ACCEL COAST SET or CANCEL switch located on the steering wheel To properly set the cruise control system use the following pro cedures AWARNING Do not use the cruise control when driving under the following conditions When it is not possible to keep the vehicle at a set speed In heavy traffic or in traffic that varies in speed On winding or hilly roads On slippery roads rain snow ice etc In very windy areas Doing so could cause a loss of vehicle control and result in an accident A CAUTION On manual transmission models do not shift into N Neutral without depressing the clutch pedal when the cruise control is set Should this occur depress the clutch pedal and turn the main switch off immediately Failure to do so may cause engine damage CRUISE CONTROL OPERATIONS The cruise control allows driving at a speed be
221. rculation Push the air recirculation button to recir culate interior air inside the vehicle The indicator light on the switch will come on Push it again to make the air inlet controlled automatically FRESH REC FRE and RECIR CULATION The indicator will go out The air recirculation button will not be activated when the air conditioner is in DEF mode Air flow control Pushing the manual air flow control button se lects the air outlet to Heater air conditioner and audio systems 4 11 cv Air flows from center and side ventilators 74 Air flows from center and side i ventilators and foot outlets 74 Air flows mainly from foot outlets Fi Air flows from defroster and foot outlets To turn system off Push the OFF button OPERATING TIPS When the engine coolant temperature and outside air temperature are low the air flow from the foot outlets may not operate for a maximum of 150 seconds However this is not a malfunction After the coolant tempera ture warms up air flow from the foot outlets will operate normally The sunload sensor located on the top passen ger side of the instrument panel helps the system maintain a constant temperature Do not put any thing on or around this sensor 4 12 Heater air conditioner and audio systems SERVICING AIR CONDITIONER The air conditioner system in your NISSAN ve hicle is charged with a refrigerant designed with the environmen
222. s Check for cracks or wear if they do not wipe properly Inside the vehicle The maintenance items listed here should be checked on a regular basis such as when per forming periodic maintenance cleaning the ve hicle etc Additional information on the following items with an is found later in this sec tion Accelerator pedal Check the pedal for smooth operation and make sure the pedal does not bind or require uneven effort Keep the floor mat away from the pedal Automatic transmission P Park position mechanism On a fairly steep hill check that your vehicle is held securely with the selector lever in the P position without applying any brakes Brake pedal and booster Check the pedal for smooth operation and make sure it has the proper distance under it when depressed fully Check the brake booster function Be certain to keep the floor mat away from the pedal Brakes Check that the brakes do not pull the vehicle to one side when applied Clutch pedal Make sure the pedal operates smoothly and check that it has the proper free travel Parking brake Check that the lever has the proper travel and confirm that your vehicle is held securely on a fairly steep hill with only the parking brake applied Seats Check seat position controls such as seat adjusters seatback recliner etc to ensure they operate smoothly and all latches lock securely in every position Check that the head restraints move up and down s
223. s restraints and supplemental air bag systems 1 25 THREE POINT TYPE SEAT BELT WITH RETRACTOR AWARNING Every person who drives or rides in this vehicle should use a seat belt at all times e Do not ride in a moving vehicle when the seatback is reclined This can be dangerous The shoulder belt will not be against your body In an accident you could be thrown into it and receive neck or other serious injuries You could also slide under the lap belt and receive serious internal injuries Fastening the seat belts e For the most effective protection when T Adjust the seat See Seats earlier in this the vehicle is in motion the seat should section be upright Always sit well back in the seat and adjust the seat belt properly 1 26 Seats restraints and supplemental air bag systems 2 Slowly pull the seat belt out of the retractor and insert the tongue into the buckle until you hear and feel the latch engage The retractor is designed to lock during a sudden stop or on impact A slow pulling motion permits the seat belt to move and allows you some freedom of movement in the seat 3 Position the lap belt portion low and snug on the hips as shown 4 Pull the shoulder belt portion toward the retractor to take up extra slack Make sure the shoulder belt is routed over your shoul der and is snug across your chest The front passenger seat belt and the rear three point seat belts have a cinching mecha
224. s ca pacity Overloading your vehicle may result in reduced tire life unsafe oper ating conditions due to premature tire failure or unfavorable handling charac teristics and could also lead to a seri ous accident Loading beyond the specified capacity may also result in failure of other vehicle components Before taking a long trip or whenever you heavily load your vehicle use a tire pressure gauge to ensure that the tire pressures are at the specified level Do not drive your vehicle over 85 MPH 137 km h unless it is equipped with high speed rated tires Driving faster than 85 MPH 137 km h may result in tire failure loss of control and possible injury For additional information regarding tires refer to Important Tire Safety In formation US or Tire Safety Informa tion Canada in the Warranty Informa tion Booklet TYPES OF TIRES AWARNING When changing or replacing tires be sure all four tires are of the same type i e Summer All Season or Snow and construction A NISSAN dealer may be able to help you with information about tire type size speed rating and avail ability Replacement tires may have a lower speed rating than the factory equipped tires and may not match the potential maximum vehicle speed Never exceed the maximum speed rat ing of the tire For additional information regarding tires refer to Important Tire Safety In formation US or Tire Safety Informa tion Canad
225. s moved to the P Park position When removing the key from the ignition make sure the shift selector lever is in the P Park position If the key cannot be turned to the LOCK position proceed as follows to remove the key 1 Move the shift selector lever into the P Park position 5 4 Starting and driving 2 Turn the ignition key slightly toward the ON position 3 Turn the key to the LOCK position 4 Remove the key The shift selector lever is designed so it cannot moved out of P Park and into any of the other gear positions if the ignition key is turned to OFF position or if the key is removed from the switch The shift selector lever can be moved if the ignition switch is in the ACC position This allows the vehicle to be moved if the bat tery is discharged The shift selector lever can also be moved if the ignition switch is in the ON position and the foot brake pedal is depressed There is an OFF position between the LOCK and ACC positions The OFF position is indicated by a 1 on the key cylinder When the ignition is in the OFF position the steering wheel is not locked In order for the steering wheel to be locked it must be turned about 1 8 of a turn clockwise from the straight up position To lock the steering wheel turn the key to the LOCK position Remove the key To unlock the steering wheel insert the key and turn it gently while rotating the steer ing wheel slightly right and left
226. s operational The light comes on while the vehicle speed is controlled by the cruise control system If the light blinks while the engine is running it may indicate the cruise control system is not functioning prop erly Have the system checked by a NISSAN dealer ED High beam indicator light Blue This blue light comes on when the headlight high beams are on and goes out when the low beams are selected Cruise set switch indicator light if so equipped The high beam indicator light also comes on when the passing signal is activated SERVICE ENGINE Malfunction indicator lamp SOON MIL If this indicator lamp comes on steady or blinks while the engine is running it may indicate a potential emission control malfunction The malfunction indicator lamp may also come on steady if the fuel filler cap is loose or missing or If the vehicle runs out of fuel Check to make sure the fuel filler cap is installed and closed tightly and that the vehicle has at least 3 gallons of fuel in the fuel tank SERV After a few driving trips the ENGINE lamp should turn off if no other potential emission control system malfunction exists Operation The malfunction indicator lamp will come on in one of two ways Malfunction indicator lamp on steady An emission control system malfunction has been detected Check the fuel filler cap If the fuel filler cap is loose or missing tighten or install the cap and continue t
227. s supplied with your keys Record the key number and keep it in a safe place such as your wallet not in the vehicle If you lose your keys see a NISSAN dealer for duplicates by using the key number NISSAN does not record key numbers so it is very important to keep track of your key number plate A key number is only necessary when you have lost all keys and do not have one to duplicate 3 2 Pre driving checks and adjustments from If you still have a key your NISSAN dealer can duplicate it NISSAN VEHICLE IMMOBILIZER SYSTEM NVIS KEYS You can only drive your vehicle using the master or valet keys which are registered to the NISSAN Vehicle Immobilizer System components in your vehicle These keys have a transponder chip in the key head The master key can be used for all the locks The valet key cannot be used for the trunk lid glove box lock or rear seatback lock To protect belongings when you leave a key with someone give them the valet key only Never leave these keys in the vehicle Additional or replacement keys If you still have a key the key number is not necessary when you need extra NISSAN Vehicle Immobilizer System keys Your dealer can dupli cate your existing key As many as five NVIS keys can be used with one vehicle You should bring all NVIS keys that you have to your NISSAN dealer for registration This is because the registration process will erase the memory of all key codes previously
228. seat while driving so full attention may be given to vehicle operation The seat may move suddenly and could cause loss of con trol of the vehicle 1 4 Seats restraints and supplemental air bag systems e Do not leave children unattended inside the vehicle They could unknowingly ac tivate switches or controls and become trapped in a window Unattended chil dren could become involved in serious accidents Operating tips e The motor has an auto reset overload protec tion circuit If the motor stops during operation wait 30 seconds then reactivate the switch Do not operate the power seat switch for a long period of time when the engine is off This will discharge the battery Forward and backward Moving the switch forward or backward will slide the seat forward or backward to the desired position Reclining Move the recline switch backward until the de sired angle is obtained To bring the seatback forward again move the switch forward and move your body forward The seatback will move forward The reclining feature allows adjustment of the seatback for occupants of different sizes to help obtain proper seat belt fit see Precautions on seat belt usage later in this section Also the seatback can be reclined to allow occupants to sleep when the vehicle is stopped Seat lifter if so equipped for driver s seat Push the front or rear end of the switch up or down to adjust the angle and he
229. second period stops SCAN tuning and the radio remains tuned to that station Station memory operation Travel Preset is OFF Each preset mode A B or C has 6 presets capable of storing any combination of AM FM and FM RDS stations Press the PRESET ABC button to change be tween the presets A B C The radio displays icon A B or C to indicate which set of presets is active To store a radio station in a preset 1 Select the desired preset by pressing PRE SET ABC 2 Tune to the desired station 3 Press the desired station select button gt 2 seconds 4 When the indicator illuminates in the station selection button a beep will sound indicat ing memorization is complete For FM sta tions the indicator will turn green For AM stations the indicator will turn amber 5 Other station select buttons can be set in the same manner If the battery cable is disconnected or if the radio fuse opens the radio memory Is canceled In that case reset the desired stations Turning ON Travel Preset 1 Press the TRAVEL preset button lt 1 5 sec onds The TRAVEL icon shows in the dis play 2 The radio selects the strongest stations in the area and stores them in Travel Presets A B and C 12 FM stations and 6 AM stations are the default settings To change the de fault settings see Editing Travel Preset later in this section 3 When finished storing radio stations the radio tunes to t
230. servoir is empty check the coolant level in the radiator when the engine is cold If there is insufficient coolant in the radiator fill the radiator with coolant up to the filler opening and also add it to the reservoir up to the MAX level If the cooling system frequently requires coolant have it checked by a NISSAN dealer Maintenance and do it yourself 8 9 CHANGING ENGINE COOLANT A NISSAN dealer can change the engine coolant The service procedure can be found in the NISSAN Service Manual Improper servicing can result in reduced heater performance and engine overheat ing AWARNING To avoid the danger of being scalded never change the coolant when the en gine is hot Never remove the radiator cap when the engine is hot Serious burns could be caused by high pressure fluid escaping from the radiator Avoid direct skin contact with used coolant If skin contact is made wash thoroughly with soap or hand cleaner as soon as possible Keep coolant out of the reach of chil dren and pets Engine coolant must be disposed of properly Check your local regulations 8 10 Maintenance and do it yourself ENGINE OIL WDI0211 QR25DE CHECKING ENGINE OIL LEVEL 1 Park the vehicle on a level surface and apply the parking brake Start the engine and let it idle until it reaches operating temperature Turn off the engine Wait more than 10 minutes for the oil to drain back i
231. set memory Editing travel preset 1 Press and hold the TRAVEL preset button gt 3 seconds until the radio beeps to start the editing mode The Travel icon will flash while in TRAVEL PRESET EDIT mode 2 The radio displays TRAVEL EDIT for 2 seconds and then changes to SET A 3 Press TUNE FF REV amp or V to select a mode 4 Press the TRAVEL PRESET button to save the mode 5 Display is changed to SET B repeat steps 3 and 4 6 Display is changed to SET C repeat step 3 7 Press the TRAVEL PRESET button to exit the edit mode and return to normal mode AM FM FM RDS Rock Classic Rock Soft Rock Top 40 Country Jazz Classical Oldies News Sports Talk Storing Travel Preset stations in permanent memory 1 While in Travel Preset mode press and hold the TRAVEL preset button until it beeps gt 3 seconds 2 The presets are transferred from Travel Pre set memory to the permanent preset memory for A B and C PRESETS LOADED is displayed 3 The TRAVEL preset indicator turns off RDS radio data system RDS stands for Radio Data System and is a data information service transmitted by some radio stations on the FM band not AM band encoded within a regular radio broadcast Currently most RDS stations are in large cities but many stations are now considering broadcasting RDS data RDS can display Station call sign such as WHFR 98 3 Sta
232. shifting depress the clutch pedal fully shift into the appropriate gear then release the clutch slowly and smoothly You cannot shift directly from 5th gear into R Reverse First shift into N Neutral then into R Reverse If it is difficult to move the shift lever into R Reverse or 1 1st shift into N Neutral then release the clutch pedal Depress the clutch pedal again and shift into R Reverse or 1 1st Suggested upshift speeds The following are suggested vehicle speeds for shifting into a higher gear These suggestions relate to fuel economy and vehicle performance Actual upshift speeds will vary according to road conditions the weather and individual driving habits For normal acceleration in low altitude areas less than 4 000 ft 1 219 m For QR25DE GEAR CHANGE ACCEL shift CRUISE shift point MPH point MPH km h km h 1st to 2nd 15 24 15 24 2nd to 3rd 25 40 18 28 3rd to 4th 36 57 30 48 Ath to 5th 40 64 39 62 For VQ35DE GEAR CHANGE ACCEL shift CRUISE shift point MPH point MPH km h km h 1st to 2nd 13 21 13 21 2nd to 3rd 23 37 16 26 3rd to 4th 33 53 27 44 Ath to 5th 39 63 36 58 For quick acceleration in low altitude areas and high altitude areas over 4 000 ft 1 219 ml Gear change MPH km h 1st to 2nd 15 24 2nd to 3rd 25 40 3rd to 4th 40 64 Ath to 5th 45 72 Suggested maximum speed in each gear Downshift to a lower gear if the engine is no
233. ssenger side fender ledge 2 Lift the lever at the front of the hood with your fingertips and raise the hood 3 10 Pre driving checks and adjustments TRUNK LID WPD0137 Driver s side OPENER OPERATION AWARNING Do not drive with the trunk lid open This could allow dangerous exhaust gases to be drawn into the vehicle See Ex haust gas in the Starting and driving section of this manual e Closely supervise children when they are around cars to prevent them from playing and becoming locked in the trunk where they could be seriously in jured Keep the car locked with the rear seatback and trunk lid securely latched when not in use and prevent children s access to car keys The trunk lid opener lever is located below the armrest of the driver s door trim panel To open the trunk lid pull the opener lever out To close the trunk lid lower and push the trunk lid down securely Cancel switch When the cancel switch located inside the glove box is OFF the trunk lid cannot be opened with the trunk lid release switch or valet key It can be opened with the master key or keyfob Pre driving checks and adjustments 3 11 KEY OPERATION To open the trunk lid turn the key clockwise To close the trunk lid lower and push the trunk lid down securely 3 12 Pre driving checks and adjustments IIS tes i iI Ww i GN ahh AR ey INTERIOR TRUNK LID RELEASE AWARNING
234. station transmitter static or flutter can be heard This can be reduced by adjusting the treble control to reduce treble response Multipath reception Because of the reflective characteristics of FM signals direct and reflected signals reach the receiver at the same time The signals may cancel each other resulting in mo mentary flutter or loss of sound AM RADIO RECEPTION AM signals because of their low frequency can bend around objects and skip along the ground In addition the signals can be bounced off the ionosphere and bent back to earth Because of these characteristics AM signals are also sub ject to interference as they travel from transmitter to receiver Fading Occurs while the vehicle is passing through freeway underpasses or in areas with many tall buildings It can also occur for several seconds during ionospheric turbulence even in areas where no obstacles exist Static Caused by thunderstorms electrical power lines electric signs and even traffic lights Heater air conditioner and audio systems 4 13 COMPACT AUDIO OPERATION PRECAUTIONS Compact disc CD player Only use high quality 4 7 inches 12 cm round discs that have the COMPACT disc DIGITAL AUDIO logo on the disc or packaging During cold weather or rainy days the player may malfunction due to the hu midity If this occurs remove the CD and dehumidify or ventilate the player completely The player may skip while dr
235. ster illuminates when the igni tion switch Is in ON position The instrument brightness control operates when the headlight control switch is in the AUTO PG or 2 position Turn the control to adjust the brightness of instru ment panel lights when driving at night The instrument brightness control will not adjust the brightness when the headlights or parking lights are off 2 22 Instruments and controls TURN SIGNAL SWITCH Turn signal Q Move the lever up or down to signal the turning direction When the turn is com pleted the turn signals cancel automatically Lane change signal 2 To signala lane change move the lever up or down to the point where the indicator light begins to flash but the lever does not latch FOG LIGHT SWITCH if so equipped Normal operation of the fog lights in the ON 4D position Headlight switch in the AUTO position day time operation Fog lights marker and taillights come ON Headlights do not come ON Dash readouts dim unless the dimmer switch is on full bright If the ignition switch is in the OFF position with the fog lights turned ON a warning chime will sound indicating the fog lights were left ON The fog lights will be turned OFF by the Battery Saver function approxi mately 5 minutes after the last door is closed If the ignition switch is turned to the ON position after the fog lights were turned OFF by the Battery Saver function the fog lights wi
236. straining seat occupants The pre tensioner is encased with the seat belt s retractor These seat belts are used the same as conventional seat belts When the pre tensioner seat belt activates smoke is released and aloud noise may be heard This smoke is not harmful and does not indicate a fire Care should be taken not to inhale it as it may cause irritation and choking Those with a history of a breathing condition should get fresh air promptly If any abnormality occurs in the pre tensioner system the supplemental air bag warning light A will not come on will flash intermit tently or will turn on for 7 seconds and remain on after the ignition key has been turned to the ON or START position In this case the pre tensioner seat belt may not function properly They must be checked and repaired Take your vehicle to the nearest NISSAN dealer When selling your vehicle we request that you inform the buyer about the pre tensioner seat belt system and guide the buyer to the appropriate sections in this Owner s Manual Seats restraints and supplemental air bag systems 1 19 1 SRS Air Bag Warning Labels 2 SRS Side Air Bag Warning Labels lo cated on the door pillar if so equipped SUPPLEMENTAL AIR BAG WARNING LABELS Warning labels about the supplemental front air bag supplemental side air bag and curtain side impact air bag systems are placed in the vehicle as shown in the illustration LRSO100 SUPPLE
237. systems AWARNING Every person who drives or rides in this vehicle should use a seat belt at all times Children should be properly re strained in the rear seat and if appro priate in a child restraint AWARNING The seat belt should be properly ad justed to a snug fit Failure to do so may reduce the effectiveness of the entire restraint system and increase the chance or severity of injury in an acci dent Serious injury or death can occur if the seat belt is not worn properly Seats restraints and supplemental air bag systems 1 23 AWARNING e Always route the shoulder belt over your 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 your face and neck but not falling off your shoulder Position the lap belt as low and snug as possible AROUND THE HIPS NOT THE WAIST A lap belt worn too high could increase the risk of internal injuries in an accident Be sure the seat belt tongue is securely fastened to the proper buckle Do not wear the seat belt inside out or twisted Doing so may reduce its effectiveness Do not allow more than one person to use the same seat belt Never carry more people in the vehicle than there are seat belts If the seat belt warning light glows con tinuously while the ignition is turned ON with all doors closed and all seat belts fastened it may indicate a mal function in t
238. t running smoothly or if you need to accelerate Do not exceed the maximum suggested speed shown below in any gear For level road driving use the highest gear suggested for that speed Always observe posted speed limits and drive according to the road conditions which will en sure safe operation Do not over rev the engine when shifting to a lower gear as it may cause engine damage or loss of vehicle control GEAR 1st 2nd 3rd 4th 5th QR25DE MPH km h 30 50 55 90 Starting and driving 5 11 VQ35DE MPH km h 35 55 65 105 PARKING BRAKE AWARNING Be sure the parking brake is fully re leased before driving Failure to do so can cause brake failure and lead to an accident Do not release the parking brake from outside the vehicle Do not use the gear shift in place of the parking brake When parking be sure the parking brake is fully engaged Do not leave children unattended in a vehicle They could release the parking brake and cause an accident 5 12 Starting and driving To engage Pull the lever up To release 1 2 Firmly apply the foot brake Manual transmission models Place the shift lever in the N Neutral posi tion Automatic transmission models Move the shift selector lever to the P Park position While pulling up on the parking brake lever slightly push the button and lower com pletely 4 Before driving be sure the b
239. t cloth Before using any fabric protector read the manufacturer s recommendations Some fab ric protectors contain chemicals that may stain or bleach the seat material Use a cloth dampened only with water to clean the meter and gauge lens A CAUTION Never use benzine thinner or any simi lar material Small dirt particles can be abrasive and damaging to leather surfaces and should be removed promptly Do not use saddle soap polishes oils clean ing fluids solvents detergents or ammonia based cleaners as they may damage the leather s natural finish Never use fabric protectors unless rec ommended by the manufacturer e Do not use glass or plastic cleaner on meter or gauge lens covers It may dam age the lens cover 7 4 Appearance and care FLOOR MATS The use of genuine NISSAN floor mats can ex tend the life of your vehicle carpet and make it easier to clean the interior No matter what mats are used be sure they are fitted for your vehicle and are properly positioned in the footwell to prevent interference with pedal operation Mats should be maintained with regular cleaning and replaced if they be come excessively worn Floor mat positioning aid driver s side only This vehicle includes a front floor mat bracket to act as a floor mat positioning aid NISSAN floor mats have been specially designed for your ve hicle model The driver s side floor mat has a grommet hole incorporated in it
240. t in mind This refrigerant does not harm the earth s ozone layer Special charging equipment and lubricant is re quired when servicing your NISSAN air condi tioner Using improper refrigerants or lubricants will cause severe damage to your air conditioner system See Air conditioner system refrigerant and lubricant recommendations in the Techni cal and consumer information section of this manual A NISSAN dealer is able to service your environ mentally friendly air conditioning system A WARNING The air conditioner system contains re frigerant under high pressure To avoid personal injury any air conditioner ser vice should be done only by an experi enced technician with proper equipment AUDIO SYSTEM RADIO Turn the ignition key to the ACC or ON position and press the power on switch to turn the radio on If you listen to the radio with the engine not running the key should be turned to the ACC position Radio reception is affected by station signal strength distance from radio transmitter build ings bridges mountains and other external influ ences Intermittent changes in reception quality normally are caused by these external influences Using a cellular phone in or near the ve hicle may influence radio reception quality Radio reception Your NISSAN radio system is equipped with state of the art electronic circuits to enhance ra dio reception These circuits are designed to ex
241. tal front air bag system The driver supplemental front air bag is located in the center of the steering wheel The passenger supplemental front air bag is mounted in the dashboard above the glove box These systems are designed to meet optional certification requirements under U S regulations They are also permitted in Canada The optional certification allows the front air bags to be de signed to inflate somewhat less forcefully than previously However all of the information cautions and warnings in this manual still apply and must be followed The supplemental front air bag system is de signed to inflate in higher severity frontal colli sions although it may inflate if the forces in an other type of collision are similar to those of a higher severity frontal impact It may not inflate in certain frontal collisions Vehicle damage or lack of it is not always an indication of proper supple mental front air bag system operation The supplemental air bag system has dual stage inflators for both the driver and passenger air bags The system monitors information from the crash zone sensor the diagnosis sensor unit and Seats restraints and supplemental air bag systems 1 15 seat belt buckle sensors that detect if the seat belts are fastened Inflator operation is based on the severity of a collision and whether the seat belts are being used Only one front air bag may inflate in a crash depending on the crash severity and w
242. te Vehicle identification number chassis NUMBER 2c cckdes cow stave dest aueceuss Engine serial number cmseus ergecscesasereseas F M V S S certification label 000 Emission control information label 9 11 Tire placard ceaceeceesescceeeetaserecuncaeesee 9 11 Air conditioner specification label 9 11 Installing front license plate 9 12 Vehicle loading information 005 9 12 TOUS goes Gee cece da E ei stercoraes 9 12 Determining vehicle load capacity 9 13 Loading MOS a5226esueansnhea saeae wees eculaus 9 13 TOWING a dlr 4220 henud tones cosecheemswsenden ny 9 14 Maximum load limits 6c cece nnana anaana 9 14 Towing load specification chart 0 9 15 TOWING safely ces setae eg tener kee Anken areia 9 15 Uniform tire quality grading 00 ee eee ee 9 17 Emission control system warranty 5 9 18 Reporting safety defects US only 9 18 Readiness for inspection maintenance I M test 9 19 Owner s manual service manual order information 9 20 In the event of a collision 0e eee eee 9 21 CAPACITIES AND RECOMMENDED FUEL LUBRICANTS The following are approximate capacities The actual refill capacities may be a little different When refilling follow the procedure described in the Maintenance and do it yourself section to determine the proper ref
243. te cosolvents and corrosion inhibitors such methanol blends may cause fuel system damage and or vehicle performance problems At this time sufficient data is not avail able to ensure that all methanol blends are suitable for use in NISSAN ve hicles If any driveability problems such as engine stall ing and difficult hot starting are experienced after using oxygenate blend fuels immediately change to a non oxygenate fuel or a fuel with a low blend of MTBE Take care not to spill gasoline during refu eling Gasoline containing oxygenates can cause paint damage Aftermarket fuel additives NISSAN does not recommend the use of any fuel additives for example fuel injector cleaner oc tane booster intake valve deposit removers etc which are sold commercially Many of these ad ditives intended for gum varnish or deposit re moval may contain active solvents or similar in gredients that can be harmful to the fuel system and engine Technical and consumer information 9 3 Octane rating tips In most parts of North America you should use unleaded gasoline with an octane rating of at least 87 AKI Anti Knock Index number How ever you may use unleaded gasoline with an octane rating as low as 85 AKI Anti Knock Index number in high altitude areas over 4 000 ft 1 219 m such as Colorado Montana New Mexico Utah Wyoming northeastern Nevada southern Idaho western South Dakota western Nebraska and the part of Te
244. tend reception range and to enhance the qual ity of that reception However there are some general characteristics of both FM and AM radio signals that can affect radio reception quality in a moving vehicle even when the finest equipment is used These char acteristics are completely normal in a given re ception area and do not indicate any malfunction in your NISSAN radio system Reception conditions will constantly change be cause of vehicle movement Buildings terrain signal distance and interference from other ve hicles can work against ideal reception De scribed below are some of the factors that can affect your radio reception FM RADIO RECEPTION Range FM range is normally limited to 25 30 miles 40 48 km with monaural single chan nel FM having slightly more range than stereo FM External influences may sometimes interfere with FM station reception even if the FM station is within 25 miles 40 km The strength of the FM signal is directly related to the distance between the transmitter and receiver FM signals follow a line of sight path exhibiting many of the same characteristics as light For example they will reflect off objects Fade and drift As your vehicle moves away from a station transmitter the signals will tend to fade and or drift Static and flutter During signal interference from buildings large hills or due to antenna position usually in conjunction with increased distance from the
245. that is being towed Never get under your vehicle after it has been lifted by a tow truck A CAUTION When towing make sure that the trans mission axles steering system and powertrain are in working condition If any unit is damaged dollies must be used Always attach safety chains before towing 6 10 Incase of emergency For information about towing your vehicle behind a recreational vehicle RV refer to Flat towing in the Technical and consumer information sec tion of this manual TOWING RECOMMENDED BY NISSAN NISSAN recommends that your vehicle be towed with the driving front wheels off the ground or place the vehicle on a flat bed truck as illustrated When towing automatic transmission models with the front wheels on towing dollies or when towing manual trans mission models with the front wheels on the ground Turn the ignition key to the OFF po sition and secure the steering wheel in a straight ahead position with a rope or similar device Never secure the steering wheel by turning the ig nition key to the LOCK position This may damage the steering lock mechanism Move the gearshift lever to the N AWARNING Neutral position VEHICLE RECOVERY freeing a stuck e When towing automatic or manual vehicle transmission models with the rear wheels on the ground if you do not use Front towing dollies Always release the forward or backward as this may g y
246. the system was turned off resumes playing ae eA oe SYS Heater air conditioner and audio systems 4 15 When no CD is loaded the radio comes on Pushing the PWR VOL control knob again turns the system off Turn the PWR VOL control knob to the right to increase volume or to the left to decrease volume Adjusting tone quality and speaker balance Press the AUDIO button to enter the audio adjust mode Bass Mid Treb Fade Bal Press the TUNE FF REV amp or V_ or SEEK TRACK 4 or to adjust to the desired levels The display will return to the regu lar radio display after 7 seconds or you may press the AUDIO button again to return to the regular radio display Clock operation Pressing the MENU or CLOCK button displays the clock with the radio on or off Press the MENU or CLOCK button again to turn off the clock display Clock set 1 Press and hold the MENU or CLOCK button until it beeps longer than 2 seconds 2 The hours will start flashing Press TUNE FF REV amp or WV or SEEK TRACK 4 or to adjust the hours 3 Press the MENU or CLOCK button to switch to the minute adjustment 4 Press TUNE FF REV amp or VW or SEEK TRACK 4 or to adjust the minutes 5 Press the MENU or CLOCK button again to exit the clock set mode The display will return to the regular clock display after 7 seconds or you may press the MENU or CLOCK button again to return to the regular clock d
247. the reservorr Engine coolant level Check the coolant level when the engine is cold 8 4 Maintenance and do it yourself Engine drive belts Make sure the drive belts are not frayed worn cracked or oily Engine oil level Check the level after parking the vehicle on a level surface with the engine off Wait more than 10 minutes for the oil to drain back into the oil pan Exhaust system Make sure there are no loose supports cracks or holes If the sound of the exhaust seems unusual or there is a smell of exhaust fumes immediately have the exhaust system inspected by a NISSAN dealer See the carbon monoxide warning in the Starting and driving section of this manual Fluid leaks Check under the vehicle for fuel oil water or other fluid leaks after the vehicle has been parked for a while Water dripping from the air conditioner after use is normal If you should notice any leaks or if gasoline fumes are evident check for the cause and have it corrected imme diately Power steering fluid level and lines Check the level when the fluid is cold with the engine off Check the lines for proper attachment leaks cracks etc Radiator and hoses Check the front of the radiator and clean off any dirt insects leaves etc that may have accumulated Make sure the hoses have no cracks deformation rot or loose connections Underbody The underbody is frequently ex posed to corrosive substances such as those used on ic
248. the shift selector lever to N Neutral automatic transmission To reset at a faster cruising speed use one of the following three methods Depress the accelerator pedal When the vehicle attains the desired speed push and release the COAST SET switch 5 14 Starting and driving Push and hold the RES ACCEL switch When the vehicle attains the speed you de sire release the switch Push and release the RES ACCEL switch Each time you do this the set speed in creases by about 1 MPH 1 6 km h To reset at a slower cruising speed use one of the following three methods Lightly tap the brake pedal When the ve hicle attains the desired speed push the COAST SET switch and release it Push and hold the COAST SET switch Re lease the switch when the vehicle slows to the desired speed Push and release the COAST SET switch Each time you do this the set speed de creases by about 1 MPH 1 6 km h To resume the preset speed push and re lease the RES ACCEL switch The vehicle re turns to the last set cruising speed when the vehicle speed is over 30 MPH 48 km h BREAK IN SCHEDULE During the first 1 200 miles 2 000 km follow these recommendations to obtain maximum en gine performance and ensure the future reliability and economy of your new vehicle Failure to follow these recommendations may result in shortened engine life and reduced engine perfor mance Avoid driving for long periods at
249. the training button reference the garage door opener Owner s Manual 2 Press the training button on the garage door opener motor until which may activate a training light NOTE Following step 2 there are 30 seconds in which to initiate step 3 3 Firmly press and release the programmed HomeLink button a second time to com plete the training process Some garage door openers may require you to do this procedure a third time to complete the train ing The garage door opener should now recognize the HomeLink Universal Transceiver and acti vate when the HomeLink button is pressed The remaining two buttons may now be programmed if not yet programmed follow steps 2 through 4 in the Programming HomeLink procedures earlier in this section REPROGRAMMING A SINGLE HOMELINK BUTTON To reprogram a HomeLink Universal Transceiver button complete the following 1 Press and hold the desired HomeLink but ton Do not release the button until step 4 has been completed 2 When the indicator light begins to flash slowly after 20 seconds position the hand held transmitter 1 3 inches 26 76 mm away from the HomeLink surface 3 Press and hold the hand held transmitter button 4 The HomeLink indicator light will flash first slowly and then rapidly When the indicator light begins to flash rapidly release both buttons The HomeLink Universal Transceiver button has now been reprogramm
250. then unlock automatically CHILD SAFETY REAR DOOR LOCK Child safety locks help prevent the rear doors from being opened accidentally especially when small children are in the vehicle The child safety lock levers are located on the edge of the rear doors When the lever is in the lock position the door can be opened only from the outside REMOTE KEYLESS ENTRY SYSTEM if so equipped It is possible to lock unlock all doors turn the interior light on and activate the panic alarm by using the keyfob from outside the vehicle Be sure to remove the key from the vehicle before locking the doors The keyfob can operate at a distance of approxi mately 33 ft 10 m from the vehicle The effective distance depends upon the conditions around the vehicle As many as 5 keyfobs can be used with one vehicle For information concerning the purchase and use of additional keyfobs contact a NISSAN dealer A CAUTION Listed below are conditions or occur rences which will damage the keyfob e Do not allow the keyfob to become wet e Do not drop the keyfob Do not strike the keyfob sharply against another object e Do not place the keyfob for an extended period in an area where temperatures exceed 140 F 60 C HOW TO USE REMOTE KEYLESS ENTRY SYSTEM Locking doors 1 Close all windows Remove the key from the ignition switch Close the hood trunk lid and all doors Push the button on the keyfob All the
251. ting position 3 This position turns on the ignition system and the electrical accessories START 4 This position starts the engine As soon as the engine has started release the key It automati cally returns to the ON position NISSAN VEHICLE IMMOBILIZER SYSTEM NVIS The NISSAN Vehicle Immobilizer System NVIS will not allow the engine to start without the use of the registered NVIS key If the engine fails to start using the registered NVIS key it may be due to interference caused by another NVIS key an automated toll road device or automated payment device on the key ring Restart the engine using the following proce dures 1 Leave the ignition switch in the ON position for approximately 5 seconds 2 Turn the ignition switch to the OFF or LOCK position and wait approximately 5 seconds 3 Repeat step 1 and 2 again 4 Restart the engine while holding the device which may have caused the interference separate from the registered NVIS key If this procedure allows the engine to start NISSAN recommends placing the registered NVIS key on a separate key ring to avoid interfer ence from other devices Starting and driving 5 5 BEFORE STARTING THE ENGINE Make sure the area around the vehicle is clear Check fluid levels such as engine oil cool ant brake and clutch fluid and window washer fluid as frequently as possible or at least whenever you refuel Check that all windows and lights are
252. tion name such as The Groove Music or programming type such as Clas sical Country or Rock Traffic reports about delays or construction If the station broadcasts RDS information the RDS icon is displayed The RDS information will be displayed according to the option chosen in the RDS setup mode FM amp RDS is the default Press the RDS button again to display the fre quency for 3 seconds The radio will then return to the normal display If the station does not broadcast RDS information the RDS icon will not be displayed Setting RDS mode Press and hold the MENU button gt 2 seconds until the radio beeps to start the editing mode Press the MENU button until the display shows RDS TRAFFIC This display will last 2 sec onds and then change to TRAFFIC OFF Press TUNE FF REV amp or V_ totoggle the RDS traffic mode from OFF to ON Press the RDS button again to set your RDS mode selection The display changes to RDS DISPLAY This display will last 2 seconds and then change to SHOW Press TUNE FF REV amp or W to switch between the following RDS display modes e FM amp RDS the radio display will show the station s broadcast frequency and the sta tion s name e RDS ONLY the radio display will show the station s name only e RDS TEMP the radio display will show the station s name for 5 seconds and then dis pl
253. tion switch is turned OFF while the headlight switch is in the PG or 22 posi tion the headlights will turn off after 5 minutes A CAUTION e Be sure to turn the light switch to the OFF position when you leave the ve hicle for extended periods of time oth erwise the battery will go dead Never leave the light switch on when the engine is not running for extended periods of time even if the headlights turn off automatically DAYTIME RUNNING LIGHT SYSTEM Canada only The headlights automatically illuminate at a re duced intensity when the engine is started with the parking brake released The daytime running lights operate with the headlight switch in the OFF position or in the P4 position Turn the headlight switch to the 2 position for full illumination when driving at night If the parking brake is applied before the engine is started the daytime running lights do not illumi nate The daytime running lights illuminate when the parking brake is released The daytime run ning lights will remain on until the ignition switch is turned off AWARNING When the daytime running light system is active tail lights on your vehicle are not on It is necessary at dusk to turn on your headlights Failure to do so could cause an accident injuring yourself and others Instruments and controls 2 21 N Fi 4 a a E rt T sa i ani SS INSTRUMENT BRIGHTNESS CONTROL The instrument clu
254. tments Tighten until the fuel filler cap clicks Failure to tighten the fuel filler cap SERVICE properly may cause the ENGINE mal function indicator lamp MIL to illumi SERVICE nate If the ENGINE lamp illuminates be cause the fuel filler cap is loose or missing tighten or install the cap and continue to drive the vehicle The ENGINE lamp should turn off after a few driving trips If the ENGINE lamp does not turn off after a few driving trips have the vehicle inspected by a NISSAN dealer For additional information see the Malfunction indicator lamp MIL in the Instruments and Controls section earlier in this manual STEERING WHEEL TILT OPERATION Pull the lock lever forward and adjust the steering wheel up or down to the desired position Release the lock lever to lock the steering wheel in place WARNING Do not adjust the steering wheel while driving You could lose control of your vehicle and cause an accident TELESCOPIC OPERATION Push the lever down and adjust the steering wheel forward or backward to the desired posi tion Pull the lock lever up firmly to lock the steering wheel in place AWARNING Do not adjust the steering wheel any closer to you than is necessary for proper steering operation and comfort The driv er s air bag inflates with great force If you are unrestrained leaning forward sitting sideways or out of position in any way you are at greate
255. to flames or electrical sparks Hydrogen gas gener ated by the battery is explosive Do not allow battery fluid to contact your skin eyes fabrics or painted surfaces After touching a battery or battery cap do not touch or rub your eyes Thoroughly wash your hands If the acid contacts your eyes skin or clothing immediately flush with water for at least 15 minutes and seek medical attention Do not operate the vehicle if the fluid in the battery is low Low battery fluid can cause a higher load on the battery which can generate heat reduce bat tery life and in some cases lead to an explosion When working on or near a battery al ways wear suitable eye protection and remove all jewelry Battery posts terminals and related ac cessories contain lead and lead com pounds Wash hands after handling Keep battery out of the reach of children WDI0224 1 Remove the battery caps with a screwdriver as shown Use a cloth to protect the battery case 2 Check the fluid level in each cell If it is necessary to add fluid add only distilled water to bring the level up to the bottom of the filler opening Do not overfill Vehicles operated in high temperatures or under severe Conditions require frequent checks of the battery fluid level JUMP STARTING If jump starting is necessary see Jump starting in the In case of emergency section of this manual If the engine does not start by j
256. to the nearest NISSAN dealer AWARNING If the supplemental air bag warning light is on it could mean that the supplemental front air bag supplemental side air bag curtain side impact air bag systems if so equipped and or pre tensioner seat belt systems will not operate in an accident Repair and replacement procedure The supplemental front air bags supplemental side air bags curtain side impact air bags if so equipped and pre tensioner seat belts are de signed to inflate on a one time only basis As a reminder unless it is damaged the supplemental air bag warning light remains illuminated after inflation has occurred Repair and replacement of these supplemental air bag systems should be done only by a NISSAN dealer When maintenance work is required on the ve hicle the supplemental front air bags supple mental side air bags curtain side impact air bags if so equipped pre tensioner seat belts and related parts should be pointed out to the person performing the maintenance The ignition key should always be in the LOCK position when working under the hood or inside the vehicle AWARNING e Once a supplemental front air bag supplemental side air bag or curtain side impact air bag has inflated the air bag module will not function again and must be replaced Additionally if any of the supplemental front air bags inflate the activated pre tensioner seat belts must also be replaced The air bag mod ule and
257. tomatic locking mode child restraint mode is canceled LATCH lower anchors and tether for children SYSTEM AWARNING Attach LATCH system compatible child restraints only at the locations shown If a child restraint is not secured properly your child could be seriously injured or killed in an accident Do not secure a child restraint in the center rear seating position using the LATCH system anchors The child re straint will not be secured properly e The LATCH system anchors are de signed to withstand only those loads imposed by correctly fitted child re straints Under no circumstance are they to be used for adult seat belts or harnesses Some child restraints include two rigid or webbing mounted attachments that can be con nected to two anchors located at certain seating positions in your vehicle This system is known as the LATCH Lower Anchors and Tether for Chil dren system This system may also be referred to as the ISOFIX or ISOFIX compatible system With this system you do not have to use a vehicle seat belt to secure the child restraint Your vehicle is equipped with special anchor points that are used with LATCH system compatible child re straints Check your child restraint for a label stating that it is compatible with the LATCH sys tem This information may also be in the child restraint owner s manual If you have such a child restraint refer to the illustration for the seating positions
258. ue with a torque wrench Wheel nut tightening torque 80 ft lb 108 N m The wheel nuts must be kept tightened to specification at all times It is recom mended that wheel nuts be tightened to specifications at each lubrication interval 6 6 Incase of emergency Adjust tire pressure to the COLD pressure COLD pressure After vehicle has been parked for three hours or more or driven less than 1 mile 1 6 km COLD tire pressures are shown on the tire placard affixed to the center console 5 Securely store the flat tire and jacking equip ment in the vehicle 6 Place the spare tire cover and the trunk floor carpeting over the damaged tire 7 Close the trunk AWARNING e Always make sure that the spare tire and jacking equipment are properly se cured after use Such items can become dangerous projectiles in an accident or sudden stop The spare tire is designed for emer gency use See specific instructions un der the heading Wheels and tires in the Maintenance and do it yourself section of this manual JUMP STARTING To start your engine with a booster battery the instructions and precautions below must be fol lowed AWARNING If done incorrectly jump starting can lead to a battery explosion resulting in severe injury or death It could also damage your vehicle Explosive hydrogen gas is always present in the vicinity of the battery Keep all sparks and flames away from the
259. uel flow into the three way catalyst causing it to overheat Do not keep driv ing if the engine misfires or if notice able loss of performance or other un usual operating conditions are detected Have the vehicle inspected promptly by a NISSAN dealer Avoid driving with an extremely low fuel level Running out of fuel could cause the engine to misfire damaging the three way catalyst Do not race the engine while warming it up Do not push or tow your vehicle to start the engine AVOIDING COLLISION AND ROLLOVER AWARNING Failure to operate this vehicle in a safe and prudent manner may result in loss of control or an accident Be alert and drive defensively at all times Obey all traffic regulations Avoid excessive speed high speed cornering or sudden steering ma neuvers because these driving practices could cause you to lose control of your vehicle As with any vehicle loss of control could result in a collision with other vehicles or objects or cause the vehicle to roll over particularly if the loss of control causes the vehicle to slide sideways Be attentive at all times and avoid driving when tired Never drive when under the influence of alcohol or drugs including pre scription or over the counter drugs which may cause drowsiness Always wear your seat belt as outlined in the Safety Seats seat belts and supplemental air bags section of this manual and also instruct your passengers to do so
260. uipped with a universal child restraint lower anchor system referred to as the LATCH Lower Anchors and Tether for Children system Some child re straints include two rigid or webbing mounted attachments that can be connected to these lower anchors For details see the LATCH Lower Anchors and Tether for Children system later in this section Child restraints for infants and small children of various sizes are offered by several manufactur ers When selecting any child restraint keep the following points in mind Choose only a restraint with a label certifying that it complies with Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard 213 or Canadian Motor Vehicle Safety Standard 213 Check the child restraint in your vehicle to be sure it is compatible with the vehicle s seat and seat belt system lf the child restraint is compatible with your vehicle place your child in the child restraint and check the various adjustments to be sure the child restraint is compatible with your child Always follow all recommended procedures All U S states and provinces of Canada require that infants and small children be restrained in an approved child restraint at all times while the vehicle is being oper ated AWARNING Improper use of a child restraint can increase the risk or severity of injury for both the child and other occupants of the vehicle Follow all of the child restraint manu facturer s instructions for instal
261. uld be driven at least 5 minutes The automatic transmission fluid should be warmed to 122 176 F 50 80 C 8 14 Maintenance and do it yourself WD10220 VQ35DE The fluid can be checked at fluid tempera tures of 86 122 F 30 50 C using the COLD range on the dipstick after the engine is warmed up and before driving However the fluid should be re checked using the HOT range Park the vehicle on a level surface and set the parking brake Start the engine and then move the shift selector lever through each gear range end ing in P Park Check the fluid level with the engine idling Remove the dipstick and wipe it clean with lint free paper Reinsert the dipstick into the dipstick tube as far as it will go Remove the dipstick and note the reading If the automatic transmission fluid level is within the normal operating range no additional fluid is required If the fluid level is low A add fluid through the dipstick tube A CAUTION DO NOT OVERFILL Use ONLY Genuine Nissan Matic D ATF Continental U S and Alaska or Canada NISSAN Automatic Transmission Fluid Dexron IIl Mercon or equivalent may also be used Outside the continental United States and Alaska contact a NISSAN dealership for more in formation regarding suitable fluids in cluding recommended brand s _ of Dexron IIl Mercon automatic trans mission fluid NOTE If the vehicle has been dr
262. ump starting the battery may have to be replaced Contact a NISSAN dealer Maintenance and do it yourself 8 19 DRIVE BELTS WDI0225 QR25DE engine Power steering fluid pump Water pump Generator Air conditioner if so equipped Crankshaft Auto tensioner AWARNING Be sure the ignition key is in the OFF or LOCK position The engine could rotate unexpectedly oo ee YS 8 20 Maintenance and do it yourself Visually inspect each belt for signs of un usual wear cuts fraying or looseness If the belt is in poor condition or is loose have it replaced or adjusted by a NISSAN dealer Have the belts checked regularly for condi tion and tension in accordance with the maintenance schedule found in the NISSAN Service and Maintenance Guide m ON VQ35DE engine Power steering fluid pump Crankshaft Generator Air conditioner WDI0226 SPARK PLUGS Platinum tipped REPLACING SPARK PLUGS Platinum tipped spark plugs It is not necessary to replace platinum tipped spark plugs as frequently as conventional type spark plugs because they last much longer Fol low the maintenance schedule but do not reuse the spark plugs by cleaning or regapping e Always replace spark plugs with rec ommended or equivalent ones AWARNING Be sure the engine and ignition switch are off and that the parking brake is engaged securely A CAUTION Be sure to use the correct socket to re move the spark p
263. ve the wiper blade 4 Insert the new wiper blade onto the wiper arm until it clicks into place A CAUTION After wiper blade replacement return the wiper arm to its original position otherwise it may be damaged when the hood is opened Make sure the wiper blades contact the glass otherwise the arms may be dam aged from wind pressure Maintenance and do it yourself 8 25 If you wax the surface of the hood be careful not to let wax get into the washer nozzle 4 This may cause clogging or improper windshield washer operation If wax gets into the nozzle remove it with a needle or small pin 8 26 Maintenance and do it yourself PARKING BRAKE AND BRAKE PEDAL CHECKING PARKING BRAKE From the released position pull the parking brake lever up slowly and firmly If the number of clicks is out of the range listed see a NISSAN dealer 7 8 clicks under pulling force of 44 Ib 196 N CHECKING BRAKE PEDAL With the engine running check the distance A between the upper surface of the pedal and the metal floor If it is out of the range shown see a NISSAN dealer Distance A Under depression force of 110 Ib 490 N Automatic Manual Transmission Transmission 3 1 3 in 84 mm or more 3 1 2 in 90 mm or more Self adjusting brakes Your vehicle is equipped with self adjusting brakes The front and rear disc type brakes self adjust every time the brake pedal is
264. washer fluid reservoir 13 Coolant reservoir NOTE Engine cover removed for clarity a oS Oe ah SS oO LE ee a e ee ee pes a Soen aes 8 7 8 8 Maintenance and do it yourself ENGINE COOLING SYSTEM The engine cooling system is filled at the factory with a high quality year round anti freeze cool ant solution The anti freeze solution contains rust and corrosion inhibitors therefore additional engine cooling system additives are not neces sary AWARNING Never remove the radiator cap when the engine is hot Serious burns could be caused by high pressure fluid escaping from the radiator The radiator is equipped with a pres sure type radiator cap To prevent en gine damage use only a genuine NISSAN radiator cap Demineral ized or dis tilled water Genuine NISSAN Long Life Anti freeze Outside temperature down to Coolant or equivalent A CAUTION When adding or replacing coolant be sure to use only a Genuine NISSAN Long Life Anti freeze Coolant green or equivalent with the proper mixture ratio of 50 anti freeze and 50 demineralized or distilled water The use of other types of coolant solutions or coolant colors such as or ange may damage the engine cooling system CHECKING ENGINE COOLANT LEVEL Check the coolant level in the reservoir when the engine is cold If the coolant level is below the MIN level add coolant to the MAX level If the re
265. way catalyst equipped models should not be started by pushing The three way catalyst may be damaged Never try to start the vehicle by towing it When the engine starts the forward surge could cause the vehicle to collide with the tow vehicle IF YOUR VEHICLE OVERHEATS If your vehicle is overheating indicated by an extremely high temperature gauge reading or if you feel a lack of engine power detect abnormal noise etc take the following steps AWARNING Do not continue to drive if your vehicle overheats Doing so could cause a ve hicle fire To avoid the danger of being scalded never remove the radiator cap while the engine is still hot When the radiator cap is removed pressurized hot water will spurt out possibly causing serious injury Do not open the hood if steam is com ing out 1 Move the vehicle safely off the road apply the parking brake and move the shift lever to N Neutral manual transmission or to P Park automatic transmission Do not stop the engine 2 Turn off the air conditioner if so equipped Open all the windows move the heater or air conditioner temperature control to maximum hot and fan control to high speed 3 Get out of the vehicle Look and listen for steam or coolant escaping from the radiator before opening the hood If steam or cool ant is escaping turn off the engine Wait until no steam or coolant can be seen before proceeding 4 Open the engine
266. while it is supported only by the jack e Use only the jack provided with your vehicle to lift the vehicle Do not use the jack provided with your vehicle on other vehicles The jack is designed for lifting only your vehicle during a tire change 6 4 Incase of emergency Use the correct jack up points Never use any other part of the vehicle for jack support Never jack up the vehicle more than necessary Never use blocks on or under the jack Do not start or run the engine while vehicle is on the jack It may cause the vehicle to move This is especially true for vehicles with limited slip differential Carriers Do not allow passengers to stay in the vehicle while it is on the jack Never run the engine with a wheel s off the ground It may cause the vehicle to move by hand Always refer to the proper illustrations for the correct placement and jack up points for your specific vehicle model and Jack type Carefully read the caution label attached to the jack body and the following instruc tions 1 Loosen each wheel nut one or two turns by turning counterclockwise with the wheel nut wrench Do not remove the wheel nuts until the tire is off the ground Raise the vehicle 2 Place the jack directly under the jack up point as illustrated so the top of the jack contacts the vehicle at the jack up point Align the jack head between the two notches in the front or the rear as shown Also fit the groove o
267. xas which is directly south of New Mexico Using unleaded gasoline with an octane rating lower than stated above can cause persistent heavy spark knock Spark knock is a metallic rapping noise If se vere this can lead to engine damage If you detect a persistent heavy spark knock even when using gasoline of the stated octane rating or if you hear steady spark knock while holding a steady speed on level roads have a NISSAN dealer correct the condition Failure to correct the condition is misuse of the vehicle for which NISSAN is not responsible Incorrect ignition timing may result in spark knock after run and or overheating which may cause excessive fuel Consumption or engine 9 4 Technical and consumer information damage If any of the above symptoms are en countered have your vehicle checked at a NISSAN dealer However now and then you may notice light spark knock for a short time while accelerating or driving up hills This is nota cause for concern because you get the greatest fuel benefit when there is light spark knock for a short time under heavy engine load API certification mark ENGINE OIL AND OIL FILTER RECOMMENDATION Selecting the correct oil It is essential to choose engine oil with the cor rect quality and viscosity to ensure satisfactory engine life and performance NISSAN recom mends the use of a low friction oil energy con serving oil in order to improve fuel economy and co
268. y cxsceteusodyeseievesinaae dees een 3 3 Locking with inside lock knob 05 3 4 Locking with power door lock switch 3 4 Child safety rear door lock 0 0 cece eens 3 5 Remote keyless entry system if so equipped 3 5 How to use remote keyless entry system 3 5 Battery replacement 0 cee cece eee 3 8 OCG AE E E E sac eua meet see ee TE 3 10 TRUNK a A ve cer ue cceeenaGuceweussneseetanec 3 11 Opener operation 02000 cece eee eee 3 11 Key operation eo ct wae cas Piseed ee wees wnee ren 3 12 Interior trunk lid release 0 c eee ee eee 3 12 Fuel THONG ssa enseas Sond nee aoc eeesae een eas ened 3 13 Opener operation ccarsecnatwuee pacanneeresus 3 13 Foel tler GAM s2 aca viansendereeneaneeeuectears 3 13 Steering WHEE aac onccevarenays ues tke phvenesaaes 3 14 TIWODSIAION c 2042cecee2 se ebeecesacesagaes ose 3 14 Telescopic operation 0c cece eee 3 15 SUN e ate can cep EEE E aad ace denaees 3 15 Vanity mirrors if so equipped 0008 3 15 MIO coat tauteee atts etherea deuce dae eeouses 3 16 MSEMO 4 a2 2cnbweerenae teed E A 3 16 Automatic anti glare inside mirror if SO equipped 2 cee cece eee eee ees 3 16 Outside mirror remote control 0 00ee 3 17 KEYS 3 1 Master key black with transponder chip 2 Valet key red with transponder chip 3 Key number plate 4 Transponder chip A key number plate i
269. y button The display shows Please Wait 3 The display changes to Insert Disc for a maximum of 15 seconds 4 During the 15 second interval insert the disc The display changes to Loading Disc 5 The indicator changes from blinking green to solid green 6 The disc number icon is turned on 7 Repeat steps 2 5 until all discs are loaded then the last loaded disc will begin to play The display shows the Disc number Track number and Elapsed Time Selected disc loading 1 Press a disc select button whose indicator is off The display shows Please Wait 2 The green indicator starts blinking and the display shows Insert Disc for 15 sec onds 3 Insert the CD The display shows Loading Disc 4 The CD will play after the disc is set to a play position 5 The indicator color changes from blinking green to solid green and the display shows the Disc icon Disc number Track number and Elapsed Time Ifa disc is not inserted within 15 seconds or if the load button is pressed during load sequence the entire disc load sequence will be canceled Disc play Press the CD button If a CD is loaded and the radio is playing the radio turns off and the last loaded disc starts to play Selected disc play 1 Press the disc select button whose disc icon is displayed 2 The indicator blinks green during the change and the display shows Changing Disc 3 The CD plays after
270. y depress the brake pedal and move the shift selector lever out of the P Park position AWARNING Apply the parking brake if the selector lever is in any position while the engine is not running Failure to do so could cause the vehicle to move unexpectedly or roll away and result in serious personal injury or property damage If the key is turned to the OFF or ACC position for any reason while the vehicle is in N Neutral or 5 8 Starting and driving any D Drive position the shift selector lever cannot be moved to P Park Additionally the key cannot be turned to the LOCK position and be removed from the ignition switch If this occurs perform the following steps 1 Apply the parking brake when the vehicle is stopped 2 Turn the key to the ON position 3 Depress the foot brake pedal 4 Move the shift selector lever to P Park or N Neutral to restart the vehicle P is pre ferred Move the shift selector lever to P Park to park the vehicle and turn the igni tion key to the LOCK position to remove the key P Park Use this selector position when the vehicle is parked or when starting the engine Make sure the vehicle is completely stopped The brake pedal must be depressed to move the se lector lever from N Neutral or any drive position to P Park Apply the parking brake When parking on a hill apply the parking brake first then move the shift selector lever into the P Park position R R
271. y operation allows you to open and close the front door windows at the same time To open the windows turn the driver s door key toward the rear of the vehicle for longer than 1 second after the door is unlocked To close the windows turn the driver s door key to the front of the vehicle for longer than 1 second after the door is locked Pre driving checks and adjustments 3 3 WPD0130 Inside lock LOCKING WITH INSIDE LOCK KNOB To lock the door without the key move the inside lock to the lock position 4 then close the door To unlock the door without the key move the inside lock knob to the unlock position 2 When the inside lock knob driver side only is moved to the lock position with the key in the ignition and any door open all doors will lock and then unlock automati cally 3 4 Pre driving checks and adjustments WPDO0131 Driver s side LOCKING WITH POWER DOOR LOCK SWITCH To lock all the doors without a key push the door lock switch driver or front passenger side to the lock position Q then close the door When locking the door this way be certain not to leave the key inside the vehicle To unlock all the doors without a key push the door lock switch driver or front passenger side to the unlock position 2 When the power door lock switch driver or pas senger side is moved to the lock position with the key in the ignition and any door open all doors will lock and
272. y roads or to control dust It is very important to remove these substances from the underbody otherwise rust may form on the floor pan frame fuel lines and exhaust system At the end of winter the underbody should be thor oughly flushed with plain water in those areas where mud and dirt may have accumulated See the Appearance and care section of this manual Windshield washer fluid Check that there is adequate fluid in the reservoir MAINTENANCE PRECAUTIONS When performing any inspection or maintenance work on your vehicle always take care to prevent serious accidental injury to yourself or damage to the vehicle The following are general precau tions which should be closely observed AWARNING Park the vehicle on a level surface ap ply the parking brake securely and block the wheels to prevent the vehicle from moving For manual transmission models move the shift lever to N Neu tral For automatic transmission mod els move the selector lever to P Park Be sure the ignition key is in the OFF or LOCK position when performing any parts replacement or repairs Never leave the engine or automatic transmission related component har nesses disconnected while the ignition switch is in the ON position Never connect or disconnect the battery or any transistorized component while the ignition switch is in the ON position Your vehicle is equipped with an auto matic engine cooling fan It may co
273. ype and condition may also affect braking effectiveness Always maintain a safe distance from the ve hicle in front of you Ultimately the re sponsibility for safety of self and others rests in the hands of the driver Tire type and condition of tires may also affect braking effectiveness When replacing tires install the speci fied size of tires on all four wheels When installing a spare tire make sure it is the proper size and type as speci fied on the tire placard For tire placard location information refer to Tire plac ard in the Technical and consumer information section of this manual Refer to Wheels and tires in the Maintenance and do it yourself sec tion of this manual TRACTION CONTROL SYSTEM TCS if so equipped When driving on slippery surfaces or suddenly avoiding obstacles on roads the vehicle might swerve or slip With the vehicle traction control system sensors detect these movements and control the braking and engine output to help improve vehicle stability while driving When the traction control system is operat ing the slip indicator in the instrument panel blinks lf the slip indicator blinks the vehicle is un der slippery conditions Be sure to drive carefully See Slip indicator light and Trac tion control off indicator light in the Instru ments and controls section of this manual f a malfunction occurs in the system TCS e the
274. ystem Maintenance on and around the supple mental front air bag system should be done by a NISSAN dealer Installation of electrical equipment should also be done by a NISSAN dealer The Supple mental Restraint System SRS wiring should not be modified or discon nected Unauthorized electrical test equipment and probing devices should not be used on the air bag system A cracked windshield should be re placed immediately by a qualified re pair facility A cracked windshield could affect inflation of the supplemental air bag system The SRS wiring harness connectors are yellow and Orange for easy identification When selling your vehicle we request that you inform the buyer about the supplemental front air bag system and guide the buyer to the appropri ate sections in this Owner s Manual DA vA Supplemental side impact air bag and curtain side impact air bags system if so equipped The supplemental side impact air bags are lo cated in the outside of the seatback of the front seats The supplemental curtain side impact air bags are located in the side roof rails These systems are designed to meet voluntary guide lines to help reduce the risk of injury to out of position occupants However all of the infor mation cautions and warnings in this manual still apply and must be followed The supplemental side air bags and curtain side impact air bags are designed to inflate in higher severity side co

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