1998-Nissan-Maxima

Foreword

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

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

A separate Warranty Information and Mainte-nance Log Booklet explains details about thewarranties covering your vehicle and vehiclemaintenance schedules.

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

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

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

alcohol or drugs.I Always observe posted speed limits

and never drive too fast for condi-tions.

I Always use your seat belts and ap-propriate child restraint systems.Preteen children should be seatedin the rear seat.

I Always provide information aboutthe proper use of vehicle safety fea-tures to all occupants of the vehicle.

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

MODIFICATION OF YOURVEHICLE

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

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

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

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IMPORTANT INFORMATIONABOUT THIS MANUAL

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

This is used to indicate the presenceof a hazard that could cause death orserious personal injury. To avoid orreduce the risk, the procedures mustbe followed precisely.

This is used to indicate the presenceof a hazard that could cause minor ormoderate personal injury or damage toyour vehicle. To avoid or reduce therisk, the procedures must be followedcarefully.

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

© 1997 NISSAN MOTOR CO., LTD.TOKYO, JAPAN

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

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Welcome To The World Of NISSAN

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

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

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

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

Nissan Motor Corporation U.S.A. and its dealersindirectly employ about 60,000 Americans.

NISSAN is also a substantial contributor to theCanadian economy. Nissan Canada Inc., its sup-pliers and over 170 dealers employ approxi-mately 4,500 people. These include companyemployees and the staffs of NISSAN dealers allacross Canada. In addition, many Canadianswork for companies that supply NISSAN andNISSAN dealers with materials and servicesranging from operation of port facilities and

transportation services to the supply of lubri-cants, parts and accessories.

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

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

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

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

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NISSAN CUSTOMER CARE PROGRAM

NISSAN CARES ...

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

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

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

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

For Canada customers1-800-387-0122

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

number— Vehicle identification number (on dash-

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

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

For U.S. mainland and Alaska customersNissan Motor Corporation U.S.A.Consumer Affairs DepartmentP.O. Box 191Gardena, California 90248-0191

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

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

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

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Table ofContents

Seats, restraints and supplemental air bag systems

Instruments and controls

Pre-driving checks and adjustments

Heater, air conditioner and audio systems

Starting and driving

In case of emergency

Appearance and care

Do-it-yourself

Maintenance

Technical and consumer information

Index

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1 Seats, restraints and supplemental air bagsystems

Seats ......................................................................... 1-2Supplemental restraint system.................................. 1-7Seat belts ................................................................ 1-17Child restraints ........................................................ 1-25

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I Do not ride in a moving vehicle whenthe seatback is reclined. This can bedangerous. The shoulder belt will notbe against your body. In an accidentyou could be thrown into it and re-ceive neck or other serious injuries.You could also slide under the lapbelt and receive serious internalinjuries.

I For most effective protection whenthe vehicle is in motion, the seatshould be upright. Always sit wellback in the seat and adjust the seatbelt properly. See “Precautions onseat belt usage” later in this section.

FRONT MANUAL SEATADJUSTMENT

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

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

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Forward and backward

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

Reclining

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

Seat lifter (Driver’s seat)

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

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FRONT POWER SEATADJUSTMENT

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

I Do not leave children unattended in-side the vehicle. They could unknow-ingly activate switches or controls.Unattended children could becomeinvolved in serious accidents.

Operating tips

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

I Do not operate the power support seatfor a long period of time when the engine isoff. This will discharge the battery.

Forward and backward

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

Reclining

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

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Seat lifter (Driver’s seat)

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

Lumbar support (Driver’s seat)

The lumbar support feature provides lowerback support to the driver. Move the lever upor down to adjust the seat lumbar area.

HEAD RESTRAINT ADJUSTMENT

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

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

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

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ment after someone else uses the seat.

ARMREST

Properly secure all cargo to help prevent

it from sliding or shifting. Do not placecargo higher than the seatbacks. In asudden stop or collision, unsecuredcargo could cause personal injury.

Pull the armrest forward until it is horizontal.

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PRECAUTIONS ONSUPPLEMENTAL RESTRAINTSYSTEM

This Supplemental Restraint System (SRS)section contains important information con-cerning the driver and passenger supplemen-tal air bags and supplemental side air bags.Supplemental air bag system: This systemcan help cushion the impact force to the faceand chest of the driver and front passenger incertain frontal collisions.Supplemental side air bag system (if soequipped): This system can help cushion theimpact force to the chest area of the driver andfront passenger in certain side impact colli-sions. The supplemental side air bag is de-signed to inflate on the side where the vehicleis impacted.

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

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

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

I The seat belts and the supplementalair bags are most effective when youare sitting well back and upright inthe seat. Supplemental air bags in-flate with great force. If you are unre-strained, leaning forward, sitting side-ways or out of position in any way,you are at greater risk of injury ordeath in a crash and may also receiveserious or fatal injuries from thesupplemental air bag if you are upagainst it when it inflates. Always sitback against the seatback and usethe seat belts.

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

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

I Children may be severely injured orkilled when the supplemental air bagor supplemental side air bag inflatesif they are not properly restrained.

I Also never install a rear facing childrestraint in the front seat. An inflatingsupplemental air bag could seriouslyinjure or kill your child. For additionalinformation, see “Child restraints”later in this section.

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Supplemental side air bag equippedmodels:

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

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

back of the front seat. If the supple-mental side air bag inflates, the occu-pant may be seriously injured. Beespecially careful with children, whoshould always be properly restrained.

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

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Supplemental air bag system

The driver supplemental air bag is located inthe center of the steering wheel; the frontpassenger supplemental air bag is mounted inthe dashboard above the glove box. Thesupplemental air bags are designed to inflatein higher severity frontal collisions, althoughthey may inflate if the forces in another type ofcollision are similar to those of a higher sever-ity frontal impact. They may not inflate incertain frontal collisions. Vehicle damage (orlack of it) is not always an indication of propersupplemental air bag operation.

When the supplemental air bag inflates, a fairly

loud noise may be heard, followed by releaseof smoke. This smoke is not harmful and doesnot indicate a fire, but care should be taken notto inhale it, as it may cause irritation andchoking. Those with a history of a breathingcondition should get fresh air promptly.

Supplemental air bags along with the use ofseat belts, helps to cushion the impact force onthe face and chest of the front occupants. Theycan help save lives and reduce serious inju-ries. However, an inflating supplemental airbag may cause facial abrasions or other inju-ries. Supplemental air bags do not providerestraint to the lower body.

The seat belts should be correctly worn andthe driver and passenger seated upright as faras practical away from the steering wheel ordash board. Since the supplemental air bagsinflates quickly in order to help protect the frontoccupants, the force of the supplemental airbag inflating can increase the risk of injury ifthe occupant is too close to or is against thesupplemental air bag module during inflation.The supplemental air bag will deflate quicklyafter the collision is over.


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

I Right after inflation, several supple-

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mental air bag system componentswill be hot. Do not touch them; youmay severely burn yourself.

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

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

I Tampering with the supplemental airbag system may result in seriouspersonal injury. Tampering includeschanges to the steering wheel andthe instrument panel assembly byplacing material over the steeringwheel pad, above the dashboard, orby installing additional trim materialaround the supplemental air bag sys-tem.

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

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

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

Supplemental side air bag system

The supplemental side air bags are located inthe outside of the seatback of the front seats.The supplemental side air bag (on the driver orfront passenger seat) is designed to inflate inhigher severity side collisions, although it mayinflate if the forces in another type of collision

are similar to those of a higher severity sideimpact. It is designed to inflate on the sidewhere the vehicle is impacted. It may notinflate in certain side collisions. Vehicle dam-age (or lack of it) is not always an indication ofproper supplemental side air bag operation.

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

Supplemental side air bags along with the useof seat belts, help to cushion the impact forceon the chest of the front occupants. They canhelp save lives and reduce serious injuries.However, an inflating supplemental side airbag may cause abrasions or other injuries.

The seat belts should be correctly worn andthe driver and passenger seated upright as faras practical away from the supplemental sideair bag. Since the supplemental side air baginflates quickly in order to help protect the frontoccupants, the force of the supplemental sideair bag inflating can increase the risk of injuryif the occupant is too close to or is against thesupplemental side air bag module during infla-tion. The supplemental side air bag will deflatequickly after the collision is over.


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

I Right after inflation, several supple-mental side air bag system compo-nents will be hot. Do not touch them;you may severely burn yourself.

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

I Do not make unauthorized changesto your vehicle’s electrical system,suspension system or side panel.This could affect proper operation ofthe supplemental side air bag sys-tem.

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

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

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

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


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SUPPLEMENTAL AIR BAGWARNING LABELS

Warning labels about the supplemental air bagsystem are placed in the vehicle as shown inthe illustration.

SUPPLEMENTAL AIR BAGWARNING LIGHTThe supplemental air bag warning light, dis-playing AIR BAG in the instrument panel,monitors the circuits of the supplemental airbag and supplemental side air bag systems.The circuits monitored by the supplemental airbag warning light are the diagnosis sensorunit, satellite sensors, supplemental air bagmodules, supplemental side air bag modulesand all related wiring.After turning the ignition key to the ON, thesupplemental air bag warning light illuminates.The supplemental air bag warning light will

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turn off after about 7 seconds if the system isoperational.If any of the following conditions occur, thesupplemental air bag and supplemental sideair bag systems needs servicing:I The supplemental air bag warning light

does not come on and remain on for 7seconds and then go off as describedabove.

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

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

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

If the supplemental air bag warning lightis on, it could mean that the supplemen-tal air bag or supplemental side air bagsystem will not operate in an accident.

Repair and replacement procedure

The supplemental air bags or supplementalside air bags are designed to inflate on a

one-time-only basis. As a reminder, unless it isdamaged, the supplemental air bag warninglight will remain illuminated after inflation hasoccurred. Repair and replacement of thesesupplemental systems should be done only byauthorized NISSAN dealers.

To ensure long-term functioning, thesesystems must be inspected 10 years afterthe date of manufacture noted on the cer-tification label located on the driver sidecenter pillar.

When maintenance work is required on thevehicle, the supplemental air bags, supple-mental side air bags and related parts shouldbe pointed out to the person conducting themaintenance. The ignition key should alwaysbe in the LOCK position when working underthe hood or inside the vehicle.

I Once the supplemental air bag orsupplemental side air bag has in-flated, the supplemental air bag mod-ule or supplemental side air bag mod-ule will not function again and mustbe replaced. The supplemental airbag module or supplemental side airbag module should be replaced by an

authorized NISSAN dealer. Thesupplemental air bag module orsupplemental side air bag modulecannot be repaired.

I The supplemental air bag and supple-mental side air bag systems shouldbe inspected by an authorizedNISSAN dealer if there is any damageto the front end or side portion of thevehicle.

I If you need to dispose of thesesupplemental systems or scrap thevehicle, contact an authorizedNISSAN dealer.

Correct disposal procedures are setforth in the appropriate NISSAN Ser-vice Manual. Incorrect disposal pro-cedures could cause personal injury.


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PRECAUTIONS ON SEAT BELTUSAGE

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

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

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

I The belt should be properly adjustedto a snug fit. Failure to do so mayreduce the effectiveness of the entirerestraint system and increase the

chance or severity of injury in anaccident. Serious injury or death canoccur if the seat belt is not wornproperly.

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

I Position the lap belt as low and snug

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

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

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

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

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

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

I All seat belt assemblies including re-tractors and attaching hardwareshould be inspected after any colli-sion by your NISSAN dealer. NISSAN

recommends that all seat belt assem-blies in use during a collision bereplaced unless the collision was mi-nor and the belts show no damageand continue to operate properly.Seat belt assemblies not in use dur-ing a collision should also be in-spected and replaced if either dam-age or improper operation is noted.

CHILD SAFETY

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

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

Infants and children need special pro-tection. The vehicle’s seat belts may notfit them properly. The shoulder belt maycome too close to the face or neck. Thelap belt may not fit over their small hip

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bones. In an accident, an improperlyfitting seat belt could cause serious orfatal injury. Always use appropriatechild restraints.

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

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

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

This is especially important because yourvehicle has a supplemental restraint sys-tem (air bag system) for the front passen-ger (see “Supplemental Restraint System”earlier in this section for precautions).

Infants and small children

NISSAN recommends that infants and smallchildren be placed in child restraints that com-ply with Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Stan-dards or Canadian Motor Vehicle Safety Stan-

dards. You should choose a child restraint thatfits your vehicle and always follow the manu-facturer’s instructions for installation and use.

Larger children

Children who are too large for child restraintsystems should be seated and restrained bythe seat belts which are provided.

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

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

PREGNANT WOMEN

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

INJURED PERSONS

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


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THREE-POINT TYPE SEAT BELTWITH RETRACTOR

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

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

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

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

Fastening the seat belts

1. Adjust the seat.

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

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

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

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

The front passenger side seat belt and rearthree-point seat belts have a cinching mecha-nism for child restraint installation. It is referredto as the automatic locking mode.

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

The automatic locking mode should beused only for child restraint installation.During normal seat belt use by a passen-ger, the locking mode should not be acti-vated. If it is activated it may cause uncom-fortable seat belt tension.

Unfastening the seat belts

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

Checking seat belt operation

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

I when the belt is pulled quickly from theretractor.

I when the vehicle slows down rapidly.

You can check their operation as follows:

I grasp the shoulder belt and pull quickly

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

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

Shoulder belt height adjustment(For front seats)

The shoulder belt anchor height should beadjusted to the position best for you. (See“Precautions on seat belt usage” earlier in thissection.) To adjust, squeeze the release but-tons, and then move the shoulder belt anchorto the desired position, so that the belt passesover the center of the shoulder. The beltshould be away from your face and neck, butnot falling off of your shoulder. Release theadjustment buttons to lock the shoulder beltanchor into position.

I After adjustment, release the buttonsand try to move the shoulder beltanchor up and down to make sure itis securely fixed in position.

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

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TWO-POINT TYPE SEAT BELTWITHOUT RETRACTOR (CENTEROF REAR SEAT)

Selecting correct set of seat belts

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

Fastening the seat belts

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

2. To lengthen, hold the tongue at a rightangle to the belt and pull on the belt. Toshorten, pull the end of the belt attached tothe belt clip away from the tongue, and thenpull the belt clip to take up the slack.

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

Unfastening the seat belts

To unfasten the belt, press the button on thebuckle.

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SEAT BELT EXTENDERS

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

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

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

SEAT BELT MAINTENANCE

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

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

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

PRECAUTIONS ON CHILDRESTRAINTS

I Infants and small children should al-ways be placed in an appropriatechild restraint while riding in the ve-hicle. Failure to use a child restraintcan result in serious injury or death.

I Infants and small children shouldnever be carried on your lap. It is notpossible for even the strongest adultto resist the forces of a severe acci-dent. The child could be crushed be-tween the adult and parts of the ve-hicle. Also, do not put the same seatbelt around both your child and your-self.

I Never install a rear facing child re-straint in the front seat. An inflatingsupplemental air bag could seriouslyinjure or kill your child. A rear facingchild restraint must only be used inthe rear seat.

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

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According to accident statistics, chil-dren are safer when properly re-strained in the rear seat than in thefront seat.

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

In general, child restraints are designed to beinstalled with a lap belt or the lap portion of athree-point type seat belt.Child restraints for infants and children ofvarious sizes are offered by several manufac-turers. When selecting any child restraint,keep the following points in mind:

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

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

I if the child restraint is compatible with yourvehicle, place your child in the child re-

straint and check the various adjustmentsto be sure the child restraint is compatiblewith your child. Always follow all recom-mended procedures.

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

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

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

I If the child restraint is not anchoredproperly, the risk of a child being

injured in a collision or a sudden stopgreatly increases.

I Adjustable seatbacks should be posi-tioned to fit the child restraint, but asupright as possible.

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

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

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secured with a seat belt to prevent itfrom being thrown around in case ofa sudden stop or accident.

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

INSTALLATION ON REAR SEATCENTER POSITION

Front facing

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

1. Position the child restraint on the seat asillustrated. It can be placed in a front facingor rear facing direction, depending on thesize of the child. Always follow the restraintmanufacturer’s instructions.

2. Route the seat belt tongue through the childrestraint and insert it into the buckle untilyou hear and feel the latch engage. Be sureto follow the child restraint manufacturer’sinstructions for belt routing.

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

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

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

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

Rear facing

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

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

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


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

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

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INSTALLATION ON REAR SEATOUTBOARD POSITIONS

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

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

Front facing

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

1. Position the child restraint on the seat. Itcan be placed in a front facing direction,depending on the size of the child. Alwaysfollow the restraint manufacturer’s instruc-tions.

2. Route the seat belt tongue through the childrestraint and insert it into the buckle untilyou hear and feel the latch engage.Be sure to follow the child restraint manu-facturer’s instructions for belt routing.

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

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


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

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

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

Rear facing

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

1. Position the child restraint on the seat. Thedirection of the child restraint depends onthe type of the child restraint and the size ofthe child. Always follow the restraint manu-facturer’s instructions.

2. Route the seat belt tongue through the childrestraint and insert it into the buckle untilyou hear and feel the latch engage.Be sure to follow the child restraint manu-facturer’s instructions for belt routing.

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

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TOP STRAP CHILD RESTRAINT

If your child restraint has a top strap, it must besecured to the provided anchor point. Anchorbracket hardware must be installed. The topstrap anchor bracket is available through yourNISSAN dealer.

Part No. 88894-89900

Secure the child restraint with the center lapbelt or the lap portion of an outboard three-point belt and latch the top strap hook onto theappropriate anchor bracket. To install the an-chor bracket, a metric bolt of the dimensionslisted below must be used.

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

Secure the top strap to the attaching bolt whichprovides the straightest installation of the topstrap.

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

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Anchor point locations

Anchor points are located under the rear par-cel shelf finisher.

To use attaching hardware for child restraintswith top straps, follow these instructions care-fully:

1. Open the trunk and find the anchor pointnuts on the under side of the rear parcelshelf. Thread a bolt (8.0 mm diameter, 1.25mm pitch) up through the nut behind theseating position where the child restraintwill be installed and use it to break throughthe rear parcel shelf support material.

There are pre-cut circles at each anchorpoint location that should break away fromthe shelf support material when pressure isapplied to them. Remove the bolt after youfeel the pre-cut circle separate from theshelf support material.

2. Cut a small slit through the parcel shelffabric at the anchor point location. Reachthrough the fabric with a tool such as a pairof needle-nose pliers and remove the pre-cut circle in the parcel shelf support mate-rial.

3. Install the bolt through the top strap hookand into the anchor point nut.

4. Be sure to follow all of the instructions thataccompany the top strap attaching hard-ware.

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

INSTALLATION ON FRONTPASSENGER SEAT

I Never install a rear facing child re-straint in the front passenger seat.Supplemental air bags inflate withgreat force. A rear facing child re-straint could be struck by the supple-mental air bag in a crash and couldseriously injure or kill your child.

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

I A child restraint with a top strapshould not be used in the front pas-senger seat.

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

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

Front facing

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

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

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2 Instruments and controls

Instrument panel ....................................................... 2-2Meters and gauges ................................................... 2-3Warning/indicator lights and buzzers ........................ 2-7Security system (if so equipped)............................. 2-11Windshield wiper and washer switch ...................... 2-13Rear window and outside mirror (if so equipped)defogger switch ....................................................... 2-14Headlight and turn signal switch ............................. 2-15Front fog light switch (if so equipped)..................... 2-16Hazard warning flasher switch................................ 2-17Horn......................................................................... 2-17Heated seats (if so equipped)................................. 2-18

Cigarette lighter and ashtray................................... 2-19Storage.................................................................... 2-19Windows.................................................................. 2-22Sunroof (if so equipped) ......................................... 2-24Clock ....................................................................... 2-25Interior light ............................................................. 2-25Personal light .......................................................... 2-26Vanity mirror light (if so equipped).......................... 2-26Trunk light ............................................................... 2-27Integrated HomeLink transmitter(if so equipped) ....................................................... 2-27

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Windshield wiper/washer switch (P.2-13)Instrument brightness control switch (P.2-15)

Meters/gauges (P.2-3)

Theft warning light (P.2-11)(if so equipped)

Cruise control main switch (P.5-13)

Headlight, fog light (if so equipped) andturn signal switch (P.2-15)

Hood release handle (P.3-9)

Outside mirror remote control (P.3-14)Fuse box cover (P.8-23)

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

Driver supplemental air bag (P.1-7)Ignition switch/steering lock (P.5-5)

Cruise control set switch (P.5-12)

Cigarette lighter (accessory) (P.2-19)

Hazard warning flasher switch (P.2-17)Ventilator (P.4-2)

Heater/air conditioner control (P.4-3)Clock (P.2-25)

Radio/cassette player (P.4-13)/CD player (P.4-19)

Rear window and outside mirror (if so equipped) defogger switch (P.2-14)

Passenger supplemental air bag (P.1-7)

Glove box (P.2-22)

Ash tray(P.2-19)

Heated seat switch (P.2-18)(if so equipped)

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See the page indicated in parentheses for operating details.

INSTRUMENT PANEL

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SPEEDOMETER AND ODOMETER

Speedometer

The speedometer indicates vehicle speed inmiles per hour.

Odometer

The odometer records the total distance thevehicle has been driven.

Twin trip odometer

The twin trip odometer records the distance ofindividual trips.

Changing the display:

Pushing the reset button changes the displayas follows:

ODO , TRIP A , TRIP B , ODO

Resetting the trip odometer:

Pushing the reset button for more than 1second resets the trip odometer to zero.

TACHOMETER

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

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

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ENGINE COOLANTTEMPERATURE GAUGE

The gauge indicates the engine coolant tem-perature.

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

If the gauge indicates engine coolanttemperature over the normal range, stopthe vehicle as soon as safely possible. Ifthe engine is overheated, continued op-eration of the vehicle may seriouslydamage the engine. See “If your vehicleoverheats” in the “6. In case of emer-gency” section.

FUEL GAUGE

The gauge indicates the approximate fuel levelin the tank.

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

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

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

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The low fuel warning light comes on whenthe fuel tank is getting low. Refuel as soonas it is convenient, preferably before thegauge reaches E. There will be a smallreserve of fuel in the tank when the fuelgauge needle reaches E.


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Engine oil pressure warning lightLow washer fluid warning light (if soequipped)

Turn signal/hazard indicator light

Charge warning light or Brake warning light High beam indicator light (Blue)

Door open warning light or Anti-lock brake warning light(if so equipped)

Cruise indicator light

Seat belt warning light Low fuel warning light Malfunction indicator light (MIL)

Supplemental air bag warning light Overdrive off indicator light

CHECKING BULBS

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

, or , ,

The following lights come on briefly and thengo off:

or , ,

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

WARNING LIGHTS

Engine oil pressure warninglight

This light warns of low engine oil pressure. Ifthe light flickers or comes on during normaldriving, pull off the road in a safe area, stop theengine immediately and call a NISSAN dealeror other authorized repair shop.

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

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

Charge warning light

If the light comes on while the engine isrunning, it may indicate that there is somethingwrong with the charging system. Turn theengine off and check the alternator belt. If the

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belt is loose, broken, missing or if the lightremains on, see your NISSAN dealer immedi-ately.

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

Door open warning light

This light comes on when any of the doors arenot closed securely while the ignition key isON.

Seat belt warning light andbuzzer

The light and buzzer remind you to fasten seatbelts. The light illuminates whenever the igni-tion key is turned to ON, and will remainilluminated until the driver’s seat belt is fas-tened. At the same time, the buzzer will soundfor about 6 seconds unless the driver’s seatbelt is securely fastened.

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

Supplemental air bag warninglight

After turning the ignition key to the ON posi-tion, the supplemental air bag light will illumi-nate. The supplemental air bag warning lightwill turn off after about 7 seconds if the systemis operational.

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

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

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

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

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

If the supplemental air bag warning lightis on, it could mean that the supplemen-tal air bag or supplemental side air bagsystem (if so equipped) will not operatein an accident.

Low washer fluid warninglight (if so equipped)

This light comes on when the washer tank fluidis at a low level. Add washer fluid as neces-sary. See “Window washer fluid” in the “8.Do-it-yourself” section.

or Brake warning light

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

Parking brake indicator:

When the ignition key is in the ON position, thelight comes on when the parking brake isapplied.

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the parking brake not applied, stop the vehicleand perform the following:

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

I Your brake system may not be work-ing properly if the warning light is on.Driving could be dangerous. If youjudge it to be safe, drive carefully tothe nearest service station for re-pairs. Otherwise, have your vehicletowed.

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

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

2. If the brake fluid level is correct, have thewarning system checked by aNISSAN dealer.

or Anti-lock brakewarning light (if soequipped)

After turning the ignition key to the ON posi-tion, the light will illuminate. The light will turnoff after about 2 seconds if the system isoperational.

If the light comes on while the engine isrunning, it may indicate there is somethingwrong with the anti-lock portion of the brakesystem. Have the system checked by yourNISSAN dealer. However if the light illumi-nates while starting the engine, it does notindicate a system malfunction.

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

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

Low fuel warning light

This light comes on when the fuel in the tank isgetting low. Refuel as soon as it is convenient,preferably before the fuel gauge reaches E.

There will be a small reserve of fuel remain-ing in the tank when the fuel gauge needlereaches E.

INDICATOR LIGHTS

Overdrive off indicator light

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

The O/D OFF indicator light comes on for 2seconds each time the ignition key is turnedON. This shows the light is functioning prop-erly.

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

The automatic transmission is equipped withan electronic fail-safe mode. This system al-lows the vehicle to be driven even in the eventof damage to the electrical circuits. If thisoccurs, the gears automatically engage andlock into third gear.

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Turn signal/hazard indicatorlights

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

High beam indicator light(Blue)

This light comes on when the headlight highbeam is on and goes out when the low beam isselected.

Cruise indicator light

The light comes on while the vehicle speed iscontrolled by the cruise control system. If thelight flickers while the engine is running, it mayindicate there is something wrong with thecruise control system. Have the systemchecked by your NISSAN dealer.

Malfunction indicator light(MIL)

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

The malfunction indicator light will come on inone of two ways:

I Malfunction indicator light on steady — An

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

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

a) Do not drive at speeds above 45 MPH(72 km/h).

b) Avoid hard acceleration or deceleration.c) Avoid steep uphill grades.d) If possible, reduce the amount of cargo

being hauled or towed.

The malfunction indicator light may stopblinking and come on steady.

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

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

Some conditions may cause the malfunctionindicator light to come on steady or blink.Examples are as follows:

I vehicle ran out of fuel, which caused theengine to misfire.

I fuel filler cap was left off or improperlyinstalled, allowing fuel to evaporate into theatmosphere.

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


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BUZZERS

Key reminder buzzer

The buzzer will sound if the driver side door isopened while the key is left in the ignitionswitch (ignition switch is turned off). Removethe key and take it with you when leaving thevehicle.

Light reminder buzzer

A buzzer will sound when the driver side dooris opened if the light switch is turned on(ignition switch is turned off).

Turn the light switch off when you leave thevehicle.

Brake pad wear warning

The disc brake pads have audible wear warn-ings. When a brake pad requires replacement,it will make a high pitched scraping soundwhen the vehicle is in motion whether or notthe brake pedal is depressed. Have the brakeschecked as soon as possible if the warningsound is heard.

THEFT WARNING

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

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Security indicator light

How to activate the theft warningsystem

1. Close all windows.

The system can be activated even if thewindows are open.

2. Remove the key from the ignition switch.

3. Close and lock all doors, hood and trunk lid.The doors can be locked either with orwithout the key.

Multi-remote controller equipped models:Close and lock all doors, hood and trunk lid.Lock all doors by the key or pressing the

button on the multi-remote controller.At this time, the hazard indicators flashtwice to indicate all doors are locked.

4. Confirm that the SECURITY indicator lightcomes on. The SECURITY light glows forabout 30 seconds and then begins to flashonce every 3 seconds. The system is nowactivated. If, during this 30 second timeperiod, the door is unlocked by the key orthe multi-remote controller, or the ignitionkey is turned to ACC or ON, the system willnot activate.

I If the key is turned slowly toward thefront of the vehicle when locking thedoor, the system may not activate. If the

key is returned beyond the vertical po-sition toward the rear of the vehicle toremove the key, the system may bedeactivated. If the indicator light fails toglow for 30 seconds, unlock the dooronce and lock it again.

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

Theft warning system operation

The warning system will give the followingalarm:

I The headlights blink and the horn soundsintermittently. In addition, the starter motorwill not operate.

I The alarm automatically turns off after 2 to3 minutes. However, the alarm reactivatesif the vehicle is tampered with again. Thealarm can be shut off by unlocking a door ortrunk lid with the key, or by pressing the

button on the multi-remote controller.

The alarm is activated by:

I Opening the door or trunk lid without usingthe key (even if the door is unlocked by

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releasing the door inside lock switch) oropening the trunk lid by operating theopener release button.

I Opening the hood.

I Pushing in or pulling out of the key cylinderon the door or trunk lid.

How to stop alarm

The alarm will stop only by unlocking a door ortrunk lid with the key, or by pressing the

button on multi-remote controller. Thealarm will not stop if the ignition switch isturned to ACC or ON.

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

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

Push the lever down to operate the wiper.

Intermittent operation can be adjusted from 3to 21 seconds by turning the knob.(Type B only)

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

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

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The following could damage the washersystem:

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

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

To defog/defrost the rear window glass andoutside mirrors, start the engine and push theswitch on. The indicator light will come on.Push the switch again to turn the defogger off.

It will automatically turn off in approximately 15minutes.

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

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HEADLIGHT SWITCH

Lighting

Turn the switch to the position:

The front clearance, side marker, tail, license

plate and instrument lights will come on.

Turn the switch to the position:

Headlights will come on and all the other lightsremain on.

Instrument brightness control

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

position.

Turn the control to adjust the brightness ofinstrument panel lights (except clock) andpower window switch lights.When the control is turned to the right until aclick sound is heard, the light intensity will beat maximum. When the control is turned to theleft until a click sound is heard, the light will beturned off.

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Headlight beam select

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

Passing signal

Pulling the lever toward you will flash theheadlight high beam.

Daytime running light system(Canada only)

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

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

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

TURN SIGNAL SWITCH

Turn signal

Move the lever up or down to signal the turningdirection. When the turn is completed, the turnsignals cancel automatically.

Lane change signal

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

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

The headlights must be on for the fog lights tooperate.

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

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

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

I Do not use the switch while movingon the highway unless unusual cir-cumstances force you to drive soslowly that your vehicle might be-come a hazard to other traffic.

I Turn signals do not work when theswitch is operating.

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

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

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The front seats are warmed by built-in heaters.The switches located on the center consolecan be operated independently of each other.

1. Start the engine.

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

2. Select heat range.

I For low heat, press the top of the switch.

I For high heat, press the bottom of theswitch.

I For no heat, the switch has a center OFFposition between low and high.

The indicator light in the switch will illumi-nate when low or high is selected.

The heater is controlled by a thermostat,automatically turning the heater on and off.The indicator light will remain on as long asthe switch is on.

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

Do not use the seat heater for extendedperiods or when no one is using theseat.

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

I Do not place anything hard or heavy

on the seat or pierce it with a pin orsimilar object. This may result indamage to the heater.

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

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

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

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The cigarette lighter element is an accessory.A genuine NISSAN cigarette lighter or equiva-lent can be purchased from your local NISSANdealer.

The cigarette lighter operates when the igni-tion switch is in the ACC or ON position.

Push the lighter in all the way. When the lighteris heated, it will spring out.

Return the lighter to its original position afteruse.

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

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

TRAYS

The storage tray should not be used

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while driving in order that full attentionmay be given to the driving operation.

Properly secure all cargo to help preventit from sliding or shifting. Do not place

cargo higher than the seatbacks. In asudden stop or collision, unsecuredcargo could cause personal injury.

Pull the armrest forward and lay it horizontal.Then release the lever (inset) and pull the tray

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forward (if so equipped). In this condition youare able to gain access to the trunk room.

CUP HOLDER

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

I Avoid abrupt starting and brakingwhen the cup holder is being used toprevent spilling the drink. If the liquidis hot, it can scald you or your pas-senger.

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

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GLOVE BOX

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

The glove box may be opened by pulling thehandle.

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

CONSOLE BOX

Card holder

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

POWER WINDOWS

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

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

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Unattended children could becomeinvolved in serious accidents.

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

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

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

Locking passenger’s windows

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

Automatic operation

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

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

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AUTOMATIC SUNROOF

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

Sliding the sunroof

To open the roof, keep pressing the switch tothe side.

To close the roof, keep pressing the switch tothe side.

Tilting the sunroof

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

down the sunroof, keep pushing theside.

Sun shade

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

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

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

I Do not allow anyone to stand up orextend any portion of their body outof the opening while the vehicle is inmotion or while the sunroof isclosing.

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

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

If the sunroof does not close

Have your NISSAN dealer check and repairthe sunroof.

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The digital clock displays time when the igni-tion key is in ACC or ON.

If the power supply is disconnected, the clockwill not indicate the correct time. Readjust thetime.

ADJUSTING THE TIME

Push the H button to adjust the hour.

Push the M button to adjust the minute.

CEILING

The light has a three-position switch.

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

The light will stay on for about 30 secondswhen:

I The key is removed from the ignition switchwhile the driver’s door is closed.

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

I The key is removed from the ignition switch

and the driver’s door is opened and thenclosed.

The timer is cancelled, and the light will turn offwhen:

I The driver’s door is locked.

I The ignition switch is turned ON.

Leaving the light switch in the ON posi-tion for extended periods of time willresult in a discharged battery.

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

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The light illuminates when the trunk lid isopened. When the trunk lid is closed, the lightwill go off.

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

THE INTEGRATED HomeLink TRANSMIT-TER:

I Will operate garage doors, gates, home/office lighting systems and security sys-tems by storing and transmitting the pro-gramming information of your current hand-held transmitters.

I Is built-in and powered by your vehicle’sbattery and charging system. No separatebatteries are necessary.

Do not use this Integrated HomeLinkTransmitter with any garage dooropener that lacks safety stop and re-verse features as required by federalsafety standards (these standards be-came effective for models manufacturedafter April 1, 1982). A garage dooropener which cannot detect an object inthe path of a closing garage door andthen automatically stop and reverse thedoor, does not meet current federalsafety standards. Using a garage dooropener without these features increasesthe risk of serious injury or death.

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PROGRAMMING THE HomeLinkTRANSMITTER

During the programming procedureyour garage door or security gate willopen and close (if the transmitter iswithin range). Make sure that people orobjects are clear of the garage door,gate, etc. that you are programming.

Your vehicle’s engine should be turnedoff while programming your transmitter.

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Transmitter flashes rapidly (This may take1-90 seconds). Then release both buttons.The rapid flashing means that the transmit-ter has been successfully programmed tomatch your hand-held transmitter. You cannow use the Integrated HomeLink Trans-mitter instead of your hand-held transmitter.

Note to Canadian users:

Prior to 1992, D.O.C. regulations requiredmany hand-held transmitters to stop transmit-ting after 1 or 2 seconds, even though youcontinue to hold down the button. If you thinkyou have one of these hand-held transmitters,you should press and re-press the transmitterbutton every 2 seconds without ever releasingthe integrated HomeLink Transmitter button.The indicator light on the IntegratedHomeLink Transmitter should blink rapidlyindicating a successful programming proce-dure. If it returns to the slow blink of programmode, continue to periodically reactivate yourhand-held transmitter until a successful pro-gramming procedure is indicated by the rapidlyflashing indicator light.

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OPERATING THE TRANSMITTER

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

PROGRAMMING PROBLEMDIAGNOSIS

Be sure to keep your original hand-held trans-mitter for possible reprogramming if neces-sary.

I Make sure batteries in the hand-held trans-mitter are fully charged.

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

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

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

ROLLING CODES (if so equipped)

If your hand held transmitter appears to train tothe HomeLink Transmitter, but does not openyour garage door, and your garage dooropener was manufactured after 1995, yourgarage door opener may have a code pro-tected or rolling code feature. This type ofsystem will change the code of your garagedoor opener every time you open or close yourgarage door.

To determine if you have one of these sys-tems, depress the button on the HomeLinkTransmitter that you have just programmed. Ifthe LED on the HomeLink Transmitter

flashes rapidly for 1 to 2 seconds, then re-mains on, your garage door opener has arolling code system.

To operate your rolling code garage dooropener from your HomeLink Transmitter, fol-low these steps:

1. Program your hand held transmitter to theHomeLink Transmitter by following theprocedures outlined above (if not yet pro-grammed).

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

a) Remove the cover panel from your ga-rage door opener receiver. The receivershould be located by the garage dooropener motor.

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

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with a rolling code system to recognizethe HomeLink Transmitter with the roll-ing code feature, call NISSAN Con-sumer Affairs Department.

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

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

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

CLEARING THE PROGRAMMEDINFORMATION

Should you sell your vehicle, be sure to clearthe channels of the Integrated HomeLinkTransmitter. To clear the channels, simulta-neously hold down the outside two buttons (#1& #3) until the red indicator light begins to flashrapidly (approximately 20 seconds). This willclear all three buttons. Individual buttons can-not be cleared, but can be reprogrammed atany time by following the programming proce-dures described above.

IF YOUR VEHICLE IS STOLEN

If your vehicle has been stolen, you shouldchange the codes of any device that wasprogrammed into the Integrated HomeLinkTransmitter as soon as possible. Consult theowners manual of each device, or call themanufacturer or dealer of those devices.

When your vehicle is recovered, you willneed to reprogram the IntegratedHomeLink Transmitter with your newtransmitter information.

FCC Notice:

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

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

DOC: ISTC 1763K1313

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Keys .......................................................................... 3-2Doors......................................................................... 3-2Multi-remote control system (if so equipped)............ 3-5Hood.......................................................................... 3-9Trunk lid .................................................................... 3-9Fuel filler lid ............................................................. 3-11Steering wheel ........................................................ 3-13Mirrors ..................................................................... 3-13

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The master key can be used for all the locks.

Record the key number on the key numberplate and keep it in a safe place (such as yourwallet), not in the car. A key number plate issupplied with your key. Keep the plate in a safeplace. NISSAN does not record key numbersso it is very important to keep track of your keynumber plate.

A key number is only necessary when youhave lost all keys and do not have one toduplicate from. If you still have a key, this keycan be duplicated by your NISSAN dealer or alock smith shop.

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

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


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LOCKING WITH KEY

Power

The power door lock system allows you to lockor unlock all doors simultaneously.

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

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

LOCKING WITH INSIDE LOCKKNOB

Power

Pushing the front door inside lock knob to thelock position will lock all doors.

To lock from the outside without a key, movethe inside lock knob to the LOCK position.Then close the door.

When locking the door this way, be certain notto leave the key inside the vehicle.

The inside lock knob cannot be set to theLOCK position with the front doors open and

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with the key in the ignition.

LOCKING WITH POWER DOORLOCK SWITCH

Operating the lock-unlock switch will lock orunlock all doors.

CHILD SAFETY REAR DOORLOCK

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

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

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

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It is possible to lock/unlock all doors, to openthe driver’s and front passenger’s windows, torelease the trunk lid and to turn on or off theinterior light by using the remote controllerfrom outside the car.Be sure to remove the key from the vehiclebefore locking the doors and leaving it.The remote controller can operate at a dis-tance of approximately 49 ft (15 m) from thevehicle. (The effective distance depends uponthe conditions around the vehicle.)As many as four remote controllers can beused with one vehicle. For information con-cerning the purchase and use of additionalremote controllers, contact your NISSANdealer.

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

I Do not allow the remote controller tobecome wet.

I Do not drop the remote controller.

I Do not strike the remote controllersharply against another object.

I Do not place the remote controller for

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

HOW TO USE MULTI-REMOTECONTROL SYSTEM

Locking doors

1. Remove the ignition key.

2. Close all of the doors.

3. Push the button on the multi-remotecontroller.

4. The hazard indicators flash twice.

5. All of the doors lock.

When the button is pushed with all doorslocked, the hazard indicator flashes twice as areminder that the doors are already locked.

Unlocking doors

1. Push the button on the multi-remotecontroller. Only the driver side door un-locks.

2. Push the button on the multi-remotecontroller again within 5 seconds. The pas-senger doors unlock.

3. The interior light will stay on for 30 seconds

when the interior light switch is in the centerq position.

The interior light can be turned off withoutwaiting for 30 seconds by inserting the key intothe ignition or locking the doors with the multi-remote controller or by pushing the interiorlight button to OFF.

Opening the driver’s and frontpassenger’s windows

1. Push the button on the multi-remotecontroller for longer than 1.5 seconds afterthe driver’s door is unlocked.

2. The driver’s and front passenger’s windowsopen.

The driver’s and front passenger’s windowsalso open after all doors are unlocked withthe multi-remote controller.

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Releasing the trunk lid

1. Push the button on the multi-remotecontroller for longer than 0.5 second.

2. The trunk lid opens.

The trunk lid will not open when the trunk lidcancel lever is in the CANCEL position.It can be opened only with the key.

See “Trunk lid” later in this section for cancellever.

Using the panic alarm

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

1. Push the button on the multi-remotecontroller for longer than 1.5 seconds.

2. The panic alarm and headlight will stay onfor 30 seconds.

3. The panic alarm stops when:

I It has run for 30 seconds, or

I The or the button is pressed,or

I The button is pushed for longerthan 1.5 seconds on the multi-remotecontroller.

BATTERY REPLACEMENT

Replace the battery as follows:

1. Open the lid using a suitable tool.

2. Replace the battery with a new one.

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Recommended battery: Sanyo CR2025 orequivalent

3. Close the lid securely.

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

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

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

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

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

FCC Notice:

Changes or modifications not expresslyapproved by the manufacturer compliancecould void the user’s authority to operatethe equipment. This device complies withPart 15 of the FCC Rules and RSS-210 ofIndustry Canada. Operation is subject tothe following two conditions: (1) This de-vice may not cause harmful interference,and (2) this device must accept any inter-

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1. Pull the hood lock release handle q1 lo-cated below the instrument panel; the hoodwill then spring up slightly.

2. Pull the lever q2 at the front of the hood withyour fingertips and raise the hood.

3. When closing the hood, slowly close thehood and make sure it locks into place.

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

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

Do not drive with the trunk lid open. Thiscould allow dangerous exhaust gases tobe drawn into the vehicle. See “Precau-tions when starting and driving” in the“5. Starting and driving” section for ex-haust gas.

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OPENER OPERATION

Type A:

The trunk lid release lever is located on theoutside of the driver’s seat. To open the trunklid, pull up the trunk lid release lever. To close,

push the trunk lid down securely.

Type B:

The trunk lid release button is located underthe driver’s arm rest.

To open the trunk lid, push the release button.To close, push the trunk lid down securely.

Cancel lever

When the lever is in the cancel position, thetrunk lid cannot be opened with the trunk lidrelease lever or handle. It can be opened onlywith the key.

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KEY OPERATION

To open the trunk lid, turn the key clockwise.To close, lower and push the trunk lid downsecurely.

OPENER OPERATION

Type A:

To open the fuel filler lid, pull the opener lever.To lock, close the fuel filler lid securely.

Type B:

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

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FUEL FILLER CAP

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

Put the fuel filler cap on the cap holder whilerefueling.

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

handled. Always stop the engine anddo not smoke or allow open flames orsparks near the vehicle when refuel-ing.

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

I Do not attempt to top off the fuel tankafter the fuel pump nozzle shuts offautomatically.Continued refueling may cause fuel

overflow, resulting in fuel spray andpossibly a fire.

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

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

I If fuel is spilled on the car body, flushit away with water to avoid paint dam-age.

I Tighten until the cap clicks. Failure totighten the fuel cap properly maycause the Malfunction IndicatorLight (MIL) to illuminate. If this oc-curs, it will be necessary to take yourvehicle in for service by an autho-rized NISSAN dealer.

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TILT OPERATION

Push the lock lever and while holding down,adjust the steering wheel up or down to thedesired position.

Push the lock lever back into place to lock thesteering wheel in place.

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

INSIDE MIRROR

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

Use the night position only when neces-sary, because it reduces rear viewclarity.

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OUTSIDE MIRRORS

Objects viewed in the outside mirror onthe passenger side are closer than theyappear. Be careful when moving to theright. Using only this mirror could causean accident. Use inside mirror or glanceover your shoulder to properly judgedistances to other objects.

The outside mirror will operate only when the

ignition switch is in the ACC or ON position.

Push the right or left end of the switch to selectthe right or left outside mirror, then adjustusing the control lever.

Foldable outside mirrors

Push the outside mirror backward to fold it.

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4 Heater, air conditioner and audio systems

Ventilators ................................................................. 4-2Heater and air conditioner (Manual) ........................ 4-3Heater and air conditioner (Automatic)(if so equipped) ......................................................... 4-9Servicing air conditioner.......................................... 4-12Audio system........................................................... 4-12CB radio or car phone ............................................ 4-25

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

: This symbol indicates that the ventsare closed when the vent switch ismoved to the left.

: This symbol indicates that the ventsare open when the vent switch ismoved to the right.

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VENTILATORS

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

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

animals.

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

I Positioning of the heating or air con-ditioning controls should not bedone while driving, in order that fullattention may be given to the drivingoperation.

CONTROLS

Fan control dial

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

Air flow control buttons

These buttons allow you to select the air flowoutlets.

— Air flows from center and side venti-lators.

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

— Air flows mainly from foot outlets.

— Air flows from defroster outlets andfoot outlets.

— Air flows mainly from defroster out-lets.

Temperature control lever

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

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HEATER AND AIR CONDITIONER (Manual)

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Air recirculation button

OFF position:

Outside air is drawn into the passenger com-partment.

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

ON position (Indicator light ON):

Interior air is recirculated inside the vehicle.

Push the air recirculation button to the ONposition when driving on a dusty road or toavoid traffic fumes and for maximum coolingwhen using the air conditioner.

Air conditioning button

This button is provided only for vehicles withair conditioner.

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

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

HEATER OPERATION

Heating

This mode is used to direct hot air from thefloor outlets. Some air will also come from thedefrost vents.

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

2. Push the button in.

3. Turn on the fan control dial.

4. Move the temperature control lever to thedesired position between the middle andthe HOT position.

For quick heating, move the air recirculationbutton to the ON position. Be sure to return theair recirculation button to the OFF position fornormal heating.

Ventilation

This mode directs outside air from the side andcenter vents.

1. Push the air recirculation button to the OFFposition.



4. Move the temperature control lever to thedesired position.

Defrosting or defogging

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




I To quickly remove ice or fog from thewindows, turn on the fan control dial to 4and the temperature control lever to the fullHOT position.

I When the button is pushed, the airconditioner will automatically be turned onto defog the windshield, and the air recircu-late mode will automatically be turned off.

Outside air is drawn into the passengercompartment to improve the defogging per-formance.


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Bi-level heating

This mode directs outside air from the side andcenter vents and hot air from the floor outlets.




4. Normally move the temperature control le-ver to the midpoint between HOT andCOLD.

Heating and defogging

This mode heats the interior and defogs thewindshield.




Operating tips

I Clear snow and ice from the wiperblades and air inlet in front of the wind-shield. This will improve heater opera-tion.

I When the button is pushed, the airrecirculate mode will automatically beturned off.


AIR CONDITIONER OPERATION

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

Cooling

This mode is used to cool and dehumidify.




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


For quick cooling when the outside tempera-ture is high, move the air recirculation button tothe ON position. Be sure to return the airrecirculation button to the OFF position fornormal cooling.


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Dehumidified heating

This mode is used to heat and dehumidify.






Dehumidified defogging

This mode is used to defog the windows anddehumidify.





When the button is pushed, the air con-ditioner will automatically be turned on to de-fog the windshield, and the air recirculatemode will automatically be turned off.

Outside air is drawn into the passenger com-partment to improve the defogging perfor-mance.

Operating tips

I Keep the windows and sun roof closedwhile the air conditioner is in operation.

I After parking in the sun, drive for 2 or 3minutes with the windows open to vent hotair from the passenger compartment. Then,close the windows. This will allow the airconditioner to cool the interior more quickly.

I The air conditioning system should beoperated for about 10 minutes at leastonce a month. This helps prevent dam-age to the system due to lack of lubrica-tion.

I If the coolant temperature gauge exceedsthe HOT position, turn the air conditioningoff. For additional information, see “If yourvehicle overheats” in the “6. In case ofemergency” section.

AIR FLOW CHARTS

The chart below shows the button and leverpositions for maximum and quick heating,cooling or defrosting.

The air recirculation button should be inthe OFF position for normal cooling, heat-ing and defrosting.


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HEATER AND AIR CONDITIONER(Automatic) (if so equipped)


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

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

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

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

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

AUTOMATIC OPERATION

Cooling and/or dehumidified heating(AUTO)

This mode may be normally used all yearround as the system automatically works tokeep a constant temperature. Air flow distribu-tion and fan speed are also controlled auto-matically.

1. Push the AUTO button on. (AUTO will bedisplayed.)

2. Push the temperature set buttonor to set the desired tempera-

ture.

I Adjust the temperature set button to about75°F (24°C) for normal operation.

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

Heating (ECON)

The air conditioner does not activate. Whenyou need to heat only, use this mode.

1. Push the ECON (Economy) button on.(ECON will be displayed.)

2. Push the temperature set button

or to set the desired tempera-ture.

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

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

I Not recommended if windows fog up.

Dehumidified defogging

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

2. Push the temperature set buttonor to set the desired tempera-

ture.

I To quickly remove ice or fog from theoutside of the windows, push the manualfan control button and set to the maxi-mum position .

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

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(2°C) to defog the windshield, and the airrecirculate mode will automatically beturned off.


MANUAL OPERATION

Fan speed control

Push the fan control button to manuallycontrol the fan speed.

Push the AUTO button to return to automaticcontrol of the fan speed.

Air recirculation

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

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

The air recirculation button will not be acti-vated when the air conditioner is in DEF mode.

Air flow control

Pushing the manual air flow control buttonselects the air outlet to:

: Air flows from center and side ventila-tors.

: Air flows from center and side ventila-tors and foot outlets.

: Air flows mainly from foot outlets.

: Air flow from defroster and foot out-lets.

To turn system off

Push the OFF button.

OPERATING TIPS

When the engine coolant temperature andoutside air temperature are low, the air flowfrom the foot outlets may not operate for amaximum of 150 seconds. However, this is nota malfunction. After the coolant temperaturewarms up, the air flow from the foot outlets willoperate normally.

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

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The air conditioning system in your NISSANvehicle is charged with a refrigerant designedwith the environment in mind. This refrigerantwill not harm the earth’s ozone layer. How-ever, special charging equipment and lubricantare required when servicing your NISSAN airconditioner. Using improper refrigerants or lu-bricants will cause severe damage to your airconditioning system. See “Capacities and rec-ommended fuel/lubricants” in the “10. Techni-cal and consumer information” section for airconditioning system refrigerant and lubricantrecommendations.

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

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

RADIO

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

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

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FM-AM RADIO WITH CASSETTEPLAYER

Audio main operation

Power/Volume control:

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

Turn the Power/Volume control knob to adjustthe volume.

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Adjusting tone quality and speakerbalance:

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

Press the or button to adjust BASSand TREB to the desired level. Use the

or button to adjust FADER or BALmodes. FADER adjusts the sound level be-tween the front and rear speakers and BALadjusts the sound level between the right andleft speakers.

After 10 seconds, the radio or cassette tapedisplay reappears. Once the sound quality isset to the desired level, press the AUDIObutton repeatedly until the radio or cassettetape display appears.

Radio/Cassette tape priority mode

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

FM-AM radio operation

FM-AM band select:

Push the FM-AM band select button to listen tothe radio and tune in the desired station.

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

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

TUNE (Tuning):

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

Push either manual tuning button or.

SEEK/SCAN tuning:

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

begins from high to low or low to high frequen-cies and stops at the next broadcasting sta-tion. Pushing the button again continues theSEEK function. Once the highest broadcasting

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station is reached, the radio continues in theSEEK mode at the lowest broadcast station.Push the SEEK/SCAN tuning button or

for more than 1.5 seconds. SCAN illu-minates in the display window. SCAN tuningbegins from high to low or low to high frequen-cies and stops at each broadcasting station for5 seconds. Pushing the button again duringthis 5 second period stops SCAN tuning andthe radio remains tuned to that station.

Station memory operations:

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

1. Push the FM-AM band select button toselect AM, FM1, or FM2. The selected bandilluminates in the display.

2. Tune to the desired station.

3. Push the desired select button for morethan 1.5 seconds. For example, in theillustrations ch2 is to be memorized. Theradio mutes when the select button ispushed.

4. When the sound resumes, memorizing iscomplete.

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

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

Cassette tape player operation

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

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squares illuminate on the right side of thedisplay window.

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

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

Precaution on cassette player operation:

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

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

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

I Do not use cassettes with labels which arepeeling and loose. If used, the label couldjam in the player.

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

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

PLAY/STOP:

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

FF (fast forward), REW(rewind):

Push either the FF or REW button for thedesired direction.

The FF or REW symbol illuminates in thedisplay.

To stop the FF or REW function, press the FFor REW button again, or the PLAY/STOPbutton.

APS (automatic programsearch) FF, APS REW:

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

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

PROG (program):

Push the PROG button. The moving digitalsquares illuminate on either the right or leftside of the display window to indicate the sideof program play.

Dolby NR (Noise Reduction):

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

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DOLBY NR and the double-D symbolare trademarks of Dolby Laboratories

Licensing Corporation.

Metal or chrome tape usage:

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

Ejecting the cassette tape:

Push the EJECT button. The cassette tapeautomatically comes out.


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

Audio main operation

Head unit

The radio has an FM diversity reception sys-tem, which employs two antennas. One is arod type antenna; the other is an antennaprinted on the window. This system automati-cally switches to the antenna which is receiv-ing less noise.

The tape deck employs a permalloy headwhich allows for improved reproduction of highfrequency ranges. Noise is also greatly re-duced by the combined use of the Dolby NR(Noise Reduction) system.

Power/Volume control:

Turn the ignition key to ACC or ON, and thenpush the POWER/VOLUME control knob whilethe system is off to call up the mode (radio,tape or CD) which was playing immediatelybefore the system was turned off. When no CDor tape is loaded, the radio will come on. Whilethe system is on, pushing thePOWER/VOLUME control knob turns the sys-tem off.

To turn the radio off, press the POWER/

VOLUME control knob.

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Adjusting tone quality and speakerbalance:

To adjust BASS, TREB (Treble), BAL (Bal-ance) and FADER the control knobs must bereleased from their stowed positions. Pushingthe knobs once moves them to the releasedposition.

In the released position, the knobs control tonequality. Turn the control knobs to adjust BASSand TREB to the most pleasing level.

From the released position, the knobs must bepulled out in order to control BAL and FADER.BAL adjusts the sound level between the right

and left speakers, and FADER adjusts thesound level between the front and rear speak-ers.

Once sound quality is set to the desired levels,return the control knobs to the stowed positionby pushing them in completely and releasing.

FM-AM radio operation

FM⋅AM band select:

Pushing the FM⋅AM band select button willchange the band.

When FM⋅AM band select button is pushedwhile the ignition switch is in the ACC or ON,

the radio will come on at the station lastplayed.

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

If a compact disc or tape is inserted when thepower knob is turned to ON, the compact discor tape will automatically be turned off and thelast radio station played will come on.

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

TUNE (Tuning):

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

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

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SEEK/SCAN tuning:

SEEK tuning:

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

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

SCAN tuning :

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

begins from high to low or low to high frequen-cies and stops at each broadcasting station forfive seconds. Pushing the button again duringthis 5 seconds period will stop SCAN tuningand the radio will remain tuned to that station.

If the SEEK/SCAN tuning button is not pushedwithin 5 seconds, SCAN tuning moves to thenext station.

Station memory operations:

Twelve stations can be set for the FM band.

Six stations can be set for the AM band.

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

2. Push the desired station select button formore than 1.5 seconds. (For example, inthe diagram ch2 is to be memorized. Theradio mutes when the select button ispushed.)

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

4. Other buttons can be set in the samemanner.

If the battery cable is disconnected, or if thefuse blows, the radio memory will be can-celled. In that case, reset the desired stations.

Cassette tape player operation

Turn the ignition key to ACC or ON, and thenlightly insert the cassette tape into the tapedoor. The cassette tape will be automaticallypulled into the player.

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

If the system is turned off by pushing thePOWER/VOLUME control knob with the cas-sette tape still in the player, the tape willresume playing when the system is turnedback on.

Precautions on cassette tape playeroperation:

I To maintain good quality sound,NISSAN recommends that you use cas-sette tapes of 60 minutes or shorter inlength.

I Cassette tapes should be removed fromthe player when not in use. Store cas-settes in their protective cases and awayfrom direct sunlight, heat, moisture ormagnetic sources.

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

I Do not use cassettes that have peelingor loose labels. If used, the label couldjam in the player.

I If a cassette has loose tape, insert apencil through one of the cassette hubsand rewind the tape firmly. Loose tapemay cause jamming and waveringsound quality.

I Over a period of time, the playbackhead, capstan and pinch roller maygather a tape coating residue as the tapepasses over the head. This residue ac-cumulation can cause a weak or waver-ing sound and should be removed peri-odically with a head cleaning tape.

If the residue is not removed periodi-cally, the player may need to be disas-sembled for cleaning.

PLAY/STOP:

I When this button is pushed with the systemturned off and a tape loaded, the systemwill come on and the tape will play.

I When this button is pushed with either theradio or compact disc turned on and thetape loaded, the compact disc or the radiowill automatically be turned off and the tapewill play.

While the tape is playing, pushing the TAPEbutton stops the tape. Pushing the buttonagain allows the tape to play.

FF (Fast Forward), REW(Rewind):

Push the FF button to fast forward the tape. Torewind the tape, push the REW button. Eitherthe indicator light , , or

will come on when the FF or REW func-tion is started.

APS (Automatic ProgramSearch) FF, APS REW:

When the APS FF button is pushed while thetape is being played, the next program willstart to play from the beginning. Push the APSFF button several times to skip through pro-grams. The tape will advance the number oftimes the button is pushed (up to nine pro-grams).

When the APS REW button is pushed once,the program being played starts over from thebeginning. Push several times to fast rewindprograms. The tape will go back the number oftimes the button is pushed. Either the indicatorlight , , or will come onwhen the APS FF or APS REW function isstarted.

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between selections. If there is a blank intervalwithin one program or there is no intervalbetween programs, the system may not stop inthe desired or expected location.

PROG (Program):

Push the PROG button to change the tapeside while the tape is being played.

The cassette tape will automatically changedirections to play the other side when the firstside is completed.

Dolby NR (Noise Reduction):

Push the Dolby NR button for Dolby NRencoded tapes to reduce high frequency tapenoise. The indicator will come on.

Dolby noise reduction manufactured under li-cense from Dolby Laboratories Licensing Cor-poration. Dolby NR and the double-D symbol

are trademarks of Dolby LaboratoriesLicensing Corporation.

Metal or chrome tape usage:

The cassette player will be automatically set tohigh performance play when playing a metal orchrome cassette tape.

TAPE EJECT:

When this button is pushed with the tapeloaded, the tape will be ejected.

When the tape is ejected while it is beingplayed, the system will be turned off.

Compact disc (CD) player operation

I During cold weather or rainy days,the player may malfunction due to thehumidity. If this occurs, remove theCD and dehumidify or ventilate theplayer completely.

I The player may skip while driving onrough roads.

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

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

I Do not use an 8 cm CD adapter as thiswill cause malfunction.

Turn the ignition key to the ACC or ON positionand insert the compact disc into the slot withthe label side facing up. The compact disc will

be guided automatically into the slot and startplaying.

After loading the disc, the number of tracks onthe disc and the play time will appear on thedisplay.

If the radio or tape is already operating, it willautomatically turn off and the compact disc willplay.

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

If the system has been turned off while thecompact disc was playing, pushing thePOWER/VOLUME control knob will start thecompact disc.

8 cm diameter compact discs can also be usedwithout an adapter.

PLAY/STOP:

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off and the compact disc will start to play.

When this button is pushed while the compactdisc is playing, the compact disc will stopplaying. When this button is pushed with thecompact disc stopped, the compact disc willstart to play.

FF (Fast Forward), REW(Rewind):

When the FF or REW button is pushed whilethe compact disc is being played, the compactdisc will play while fast forwarding or rewind-ing. When the button is released, the compactdisc will return to normal play speed.

APS (Automatic ProgramSearch) FF, APS REW:

When the APS FF button is pushed while thecompact disc is being played, the programnext to the present one will start to play from itsbeginning. Push several times to skip throughprograms. The compact disc will advance thenumber of times the button is pushed. (Whenthe last program on the compact disc isskipped through, the first program will beplayed.) When the APS REW button ispushed, the program being played returns toits beginning. Push several times to skip backthrough programs. The compact disc will goback the number of times the button is pushed.

PROG (Program):

When the PROG button is pushed while thecompact disc is being played, the play patternwill change as follows:

ALL: All the programs will be played repeat-edly in sequence.

1: Only one program (the one being playedwhen the PROG button is pushed) will berepeated.

RANDOM: Programs will be played at random,not following the sequence on the compactdisc. The same program may be repeatedtwice.

(no mark): All the programs will be played insequence and stop when the last program isfinished.

When the compact disc is ejected, theplay pattern will automatically change toALL.

CD EJECT:

When the CD EJECT button is pushed with thecompact disc loaded, the compact disc will beejected.

When this button is pushed while the compactdisc is being played, the compact disc willcome out and the system will turn off.

If the compact disc comes out and is notremoved, it will be pulled back into the slotto protect it. (without 8 cm diameter com-pact discs)

DISC indicator light:

This light comes on when the compact disc isloaded.


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ANTENNA

Manual antenna

The manual antenna cannot be shortened, butcan be removed. When you need to removethe antenna, turn its base counterclockwise.

Power antenna (if so equipped)

The antenna will automatically extend whenthe radio is turned on, and retract whenswitched off. If the radio is left on, the antennawill retract and extend with the ignition keyOFF-ON operation.

I Before turning the radio on, makesure that there is no one near theantenna outlet and there is enoughspace for it to extend.

I To prevent damage, be sure that an-tenna is fully retracted before thevehicle enters an automated carwash.

I Dirt and other foreign matter on thepower antenna rod may interrupt itsoperation. Clean the rod periodicallywith a damp cloth. This type of clean-

ing is especially important during thewinter seasons in areas where roadsalt and other chemicals may bespread on road surfaces andsplashed onto the antenna rod.

When installing a CB, ham radio or a carphone in your NISSAN, be sure to observe thefollowing cautions, otherwise the new equip-ment may adversely affect the MFI (MultiportFuel Injection) system and other electronicparts.

I Keep the antenna as far as possibleaway from the Engine Control Mod-ule.

I Also keep the antenna wire more than8 in (20 cm) away from the MFI har-ness. Do not route the antenna wirenext to any harness.

I Adjust the antenna standing-wave ra-tio as recommended by the manufac-turer.

I Connect the ground wire from the CBradio chassis to the body.

I For details, consult a NISSAN dealer.

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5 Starting and driving

Precautions when starting and driving...................... 5-2Ignition switch............................................................ 5-4Before starting the engine......................................... 5-6Starting the engine.................................................... 5-6Driving the vehicle..................................................... 5-7Parking brake .......................................................... 5-12Cruise control .......................................................... 5-12Break-in schedule ................................................... 5-14Increasing fuel economy ......................................... 5-15Parking/parking on hills ........................................... 5-16Power steering ........................................................ 5-17Brake system .......................................................... 5-17Cold weather driving ............................................... 5-19

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Do not leave children, unreliable adults,or pets alone in your vehicle. They couldaccidentally injure themselves or othersthrough inadvertent operation of the ve-hicle. Also, on hot, sunny days, tem-peratures in a closed vehicle couldquickly become high enough to causesevere or possibly fatal injuries topeople or animals.

EXHAUST GAS (Carbon monoxide)

Do not breathe exhaust gases; they con-tain colorless and odorless carbon mon-oxide. Carbon monoxide is dangerous. Itcan cause unconsciousness or death.

I If you suspect that exhaust fumes areentering the vehicle, drive with allwindows fully open, and have thevehicle inspected immediately.

I Do not run the engine in closedspaces such as a garage.

I Do not park the vehicle with the en-gine running for any extended lengthof time.

I Keep the trunk lid, closed while driv-ing, otherwise exhaust gases couldbe drawn into the passenger com-partment. If you must drive with thetrunk lid open, follow these precau-tions:

1. Open all the windows.

2. Set the air recirculation switchOFF and the fan control at 4 (high)to circulate the air.

3. Be sure the rear seat armrest andtray are closed.

I If electrical wiring or other cable con-nections must pass to a trailerthrough the seal on the trunk lid orthe body, follow the manufacturer’srecommendation to prevent carbonmonoxide entry into the vehicle.

I If a special body or other equipmentis added for recreational or other us-age, follow the manufacturer’s rec-ommendation to prevent carbon

monoxide entry into the vehicle.(Some recreational vehicle appli-ances such as stoves, refrigerator,heaters, etc. may also generate car-bon monoxide.)

I The exhaust system and body shouldbe inspected by a qualified mechanicwhenever:

a. The vehicle is raised for service.

b. You suspect that exhaust fumesare entering into the passengercompartment.

c. You notice a change in the soundof the exhaust system.

d. You have had an accident involv-ing damage to the exhaust system,underbody, or rear of the vehicle.

THREE WAY CATALYST

The three way catalyst is an emission controldevice installed in the exhaust system. Ex-haust gases in the converter are burned athigh temperatures to help reduce pollutants.

PRECAUTIONS WHEN STARTINGAND DRIVING

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I The exhaust gas and the exhaust sys-tem are very hot. Keep people, ani-mals or flammable materials awayfrom the exhaust pipe.

I Do not stop or park the vehicle overflammable materials such as drygrass, waste paper or rags. They mayignite and cause a fire.

I Do not use leaded gasoline. Depositsfrom leaded gasoline seriously re-duce the three way catalyst’s abilityto help reduce exhaust pollutants.

I Keep your engine tuned up. Malfunc-tions in the ignition, fuel injection, orelectrical systems can cause over-rich fuel flow into the three way cata-lyst, causing it to overheat. Do notkeep driving if the engine misfires, orif noticeable loss of performance orother unusual operating conditionsare detected. Have the vehicle in-

spected promptly by an authorizedNISSAN dealer.

I Avoid driving with an extremely lowfuel level. Running out of fuel couldcause the engine to misfire, damag-ing the three way catalyst.

I Do not race the engine while warmingit up.

I Do not push or tow your vehicle tostart the engine.

AVOIDING COLLISION ANDROLLOVER

Failure to operate this vehicle in a safeand prudent manner may result in lossof control or an accident.

Be alert and drive defensively at all times.Obey all traffic regulations. Avoid excessivespeed, high speed cornering, or sudden steer-ing maneuvers, because these driving prac-tices could cause you to lose control of yourvehicle. As with any vehicle, a loss of con-

trol could result in a collision with othervehicles or objects, or cause the vehicle torollover, particularly if the loss of controlcauses the vehicle to slide sideways. Beattentive at all times, and avoid driving whentired. Never drive when under the influence ofalcohol or drugs (including prescription orover-the-counter drugs which may causedrowsiness). Always wear your seat belt. See“Seat Belts” in the “1. Seats, restraints andsupplemental air bag systems” section. Andalso instruct your passengers to do so.

DRINKING ALCOHOL/DRUGS ANDDRIVING

Never drive under the influence of alco-hol or drugs. Alcohol in the bloodstreamreduces coordination, delays reactiontime and impairs judgment. Driving afterdrinking alcohol increases the likeli-hood of being involved in an accidentinjuring yourself and others. Addition-ally, if you are injured in the accident,alcohol can increase the severity of theinjury.

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NISSAN is committed to safe driving. But, youmust choose not to drive under the influence ofalcohol. Every year thousands of people areinjured or killed in alcohol related accidents.Although the local laws vary on what is con-sidered to be legally intoxicated, the fact is thatalcohol affects all people differently and mostpeople underestimate the effects of alcohol.

Remember, drinking and driving don’t mix!

And that’s true for drugs too (over the counter,prescription, and illegal drugs). Don’t drive ifyour ability to operate your vehicle is impairedby alcohol, drugs, or some other physicalcondition.

Never remove the key while driving. Ifthe key is removed, the steering wheelwill lock. This may cause the driver tolose control of the vehicle and couldresult in serious vehicle damage or per-sonal injury.

AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION

On automatic transmission models, the igni-tion lock is designed so that the key cannot beturned to LOCK and removed until the selectorlever is moved to the P (Park) position.

When removing the key from the ignition,make sure the selector lever is in the P (Park)position.

If the selector lever is not returned to P (Park)position, the key cannot be moved towardLOCK.

When the key cannot be turned toward the

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LOCK position, proceed as follows to removethe key:

1. Move the selector lever into the P (Park)position.

2. Turn the ignition key slightly in the ONdirection.

3. Turn the key toward the LOCK position.

4. Remove the key.

If the key is removed from the ignition switch,the selector lever cannot be moved from P(Park) position. The selector lever can bemoved if the ignition switch is in the ACCposition. The selector lever can also bemoved if the ignition switch is in the ONposition and the foot brake pedal is de-pressed.

There is an OFF position in between LOCKand ACC, although it does not show on thelock cylinder. When the ignition is in OFF thesteering wheel is not locked.

In order for the steering wheel to be locked, itmust be turned about 1/6 of a turn counter-clockwise from the straight up position.

To lock the steering wheel, remove the key.To unlock the steering wheel, insert the keyand turn it gently while rotating the steer-ing wheel slightly right and left.

MANUAL TRANSMISSION

On manual transmission models, to turn theignition key to LOCK from ACC or ON, turn thekey to OFF and press in the key releasebutton, then turn the key to LOCK.In order for the steering wheel to be locked, itmust be turned about 1/6 of a turn counter-clockwise from the straight up position.

To lock the steering wheel, remove the key.To unlock the steering wheel, insert the keyand turn it gently while rotating the steer-ing wheel slightly right and left.

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KEY POSITIONS

The switch includes an anti-theft steering lockdevice.

LOCK (Normal parking position) (0)

The ignition key can only be removed whenthe switch is in this position.

OFF (1)

The engine can be turned off without lockingthe steering wheel.

ACC (Accessories) (2)

This position activates electrical accessoriessuch as the radio when the engine is notrunning.

ON (Normal operating position) (3)

This position turns on the ignition system andthe electrical accessories.

START (4)

This position activates the starter motor, start-ing the engine.

I Make sure the area around the vehicle isclear.

I Maintenance items listed here should bechecked periodically, e.g., each time youcheck engine oil.

I Check that all windows and lights are clean.

I Visually inspect tires for their appearanceand condition. Also check tires for properinflation.

I Lock all doors.

I Position seat and adjust head restraints.

I Adjust inside and outside mirrors.

I Fasten seat belts and ask all passengers todo likewise.

I Check the operation of warning lights whenkey is turned to the ON (3) position.

1. Apply the parking brake.

2. Automatic transmission:

Move the selector lever to P (Park) or N(Neutral). (P preferred.)

The selector lever cannot be moved out ofP (Park) position and into any of the othergear positions if the key is removed fromthe switch.

The starter is designed not to operate if theselector lever is in one of the driving posi-tions.

Manual transmission:

Move the shift lever to N (Neutral) position,and depress the clutch pedal to the floorwhile cranking the engine.

The starter is designed not to operate un-less the clutch pedal is depressed.

3. Crank the engine with your foot off theaccelerator pedal by turning the ignitionkey to START. Release the key when theengine starts. If the engine starts, but failsto run, repeat the above procedure.

I If the engine is very hard to start inextremely cold or hot weather, de-press the accelerator pedal and hold itto help start the engine.

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I In the summer, when restarting theengine within 30 minutes after it hasbeen stopped, keep the acceleratorpedal fully depressed while starting.

Do not operate the starter for more than10 seconds at a time. If the engine doesnot start, turn the key off and wait 10seconds before cranking again, other-wise the starter could be damaged.

4. Warm-up

Allow the engine to idle for at least 30seconds after starting. Drive at moderatespeed for a short distance first, especially incold weather.

AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION

The automatic transmission in your vehicle iselectronically controlled by a transmission con-trol module to produce maximum power andsmooth operation.

Shown on the following pages are the recom-mended operating procedures for this trans-mission. Follow these procedures for maxi-mum vehicle performance and drivingenjoyment.

Starting the vehicle

After starting the engine, fully depress the footbrake pedal and push the selector lever buttonbefore shifting the selector lever to the R, N, D,2 or 1 position. Be sure the vehicle is fullystopped before attempting to shift the selectorlever.

This automatic transmission is designedso that the foot brake pedal must be de-pressed before shifting from P (Park) posi-tion to any drive position while the ignitionswitch is ON.

The selector lever cannot be moved out ofP (Park) position and into any of the othergear positions if the key is removed fromthe switch.

1. Keep the foot brake pedal depressed andshift into a driving gear.

2. Release the parking brake and foot brake,then gradually start the vehicle in motion.

I Do not depress the accelerator pedalwhile shifting from P or N to R, D, 2 or1. Always depress the brake pedaluntil shifting is completed. Failure todo so could cause you to lose controland have an accident.

I Cold engine idle speed is high, so usecaution when shifting into a forwardor reverse gear before the engine haswarmed up.

I On slippery roads, do not downshift.This may cause a loss of control.

I Never shift to P or R while vehicle ismoving. This could cause anaccident.

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When stopping the vehicle on an uphillgrade, do not hold the vehicle by de-pressing the accelerator pedal. The footbrakes should be used for this purpose.

Shifting

Push the button to shift into P, R or from D to2. All other positions can be selected withoutpushing the button.

P (Park):

Use this selector position when the vehicle isparked or when starting the engine. Always besure the vehicle is at a complete stop. Formaximum safety, depress the brake pedal,then push in the select lever button and movethe lever to the P (Park) position. Apply theparking brake. When parking on a hill, apply

the parking brake first, then shift the lever intothe P (Park) position.

R (Reverse):

Use this position to back up. Always be surethe vehicle is completely stopped. With thebrake pedal depressed, push in the selectlever button and move the lever to the R(Reverse) position

N (Neutral):

Neither forward nor reverse gear is engaged.The engine can be started in this position. Youmay shift to N (Neutral) position and restart astalled engine while the vehicle is moving.

D (Drive):

Use this position for all normal forward driving.

2 (Second gear):

Use for hill climbing or engine braking ondownhill grades.

Do not exceed 73 MPH (117 km/h) in the 2(Second gear) position.

1 (Low gear):

Use this position when climbing steep hillsslowly or driving slowly through deep snow,sand or mud, or for maximum engine brakingon steep downhill grades.

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Do not exceed 40 MPH (65 km/h) in the 1 (Lowgear) position.

Shifting from P (Park)

If the ignition switch is in the ON position andthe foot brake pedal is depressed, but theselector lever still cannot be moved out of P(Park) position, follow these instructions:

1. Shut the engine off and remove the key.

2. Apply the parking brake.

3. Reinsert the ignition key and turn it clock-wise to the ACC position.

4. Depress the brake pedal, move the selectorlever to N (Neutral) position and start theengine.

5. Check stop light operation.

If the selector lever cannot be movedfrom the P (Park) position while theengine is running and the brake pedaldepressed, the stop lights may not work.Malfunctioning stop lights could causean accident injuring yourself and others.

These instructions for starting the vehicle in N

(Neutral) position should only be used untilservice can be obtained. Never drive the ve-hicle if the stop lights are not operating prop-erly.

Accelerator downshift— In D position —

For rapid passing or hill climbing, fully depressthe accelerator pedal to the floor. This shiftsthe transmission down into second gear or firstgear, depending on the vehicle speed.

Overdrive switch

Each time your vehicle is started, the transmis-sion is automatically reset to overdrive ON.

ON: For normal driving the overdrive switchis engaged. The transmission is up-shifted into overdrive as the vehiclespeed increases.

The overdrive does not engage until theengine has warmed up.

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OFF: Changed for driving up and down longslopes where engine braking would beadvantageous, push the overdriveswitch. The O/D OFF light illuminates.When cruising at a low speed or climb-ing a gentle slope, you may feel uncom-fortable shift shocks as the transmissionshifts between third and overdrive re-peatedly. In this case, press the over-drive switch. The O/D OFF indicator lightcomes on at this time.

When driving conditions change, press theoverdrive switch again. The O/D OFF indicatorlight goes out.

Remember not to drive at high speeds forextended periods of time with the O/D OFFlight illuminated. This reduces the fueleconomy.

Fail-safe

When the fail-safe operation occurs, the nexttime the key is turned to the ON position, theO/D OFF light will blink for approximately 8seconds after coming on for 2 seconds. Whilethe vehicle can be driven under these circum-stances please note that the gears in theautomatic transmission will be locked in thirdgear.

If the vehicle is driven under extreme con-

ditions, such as excessive wheel spinningand subsequent hard braking, the fail-safesystem may be activated. This will occureven if all electrical circuits are functioningproperly. In this case, turn the ignition keyOFF and wait for 3 seconds. Then turn thekey back to the ON position. The vehicleshould return to its normal operating con-dition. If it does not return to its normaloperating condition, have your NISSANdealer check the transmission and repair ifnecessary.

MANUAL TRANSMISSION

Shifting

To change gears, fully depress the clutchpedal, then move the shift lever. After shifting,release the clutch slowly.

On the five-speed transmission model, youcannot shift directly from fifth gear into the R(Reverse) position. First shift into the N (Neu-tral) position, then into the R (Reverse) posi-tion.

If it is difficult to move the shift lever into R(Reverse) or 1 (Low gear), shift into N (Neu-tral), then release the clutch pedal and shift

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into R (Reverse) or 1 (Low gear) again.

I Do not downshift abruptly on slipperyroads. This may cause a loss of con-trol.

I Do not over-rev the engine whenshifting to a lower gear. This maycause a loss of control or enginedamage.

I Do not rest your foot on the clutchpedal while driving. This may causeclutch damage.

I Stop your vehicle completely beforeshifting into R (Reverse).

I When the vehicle is stopped for aduration, for example at a stop light,shift to N (Neutral) and release theclutch pedal with the foot brakeapplied.

Suggested up-shift speeds

Shown below are suggested vehicle speedsfor shifting into a higher gear. These sugges-tions relate to fuel economy and vehicle per-formance. Actual up-shift speeds will vary ac-cording to road conditions, the weather andindividual driving habits.

For normal acceleration in low altitude areas[less than 4,000 ft (1,219 m)]:

Gear changeACCEL shift

pointMPH (km/h)

CRUISE shiftpoint

MPH (km/h)

1st to 2nd 13 (24) 13 (24)

2nd to 3rd 23 (40) 16 (29)

3rd to 4th 33 (58) 27 (48)

4th to 5th 39 (64) 36 (63)

For quick acceleration when the engine is coldor in high altitude areas [over 4,000 ft (1,219m)]:

Gear change MPH (km/h)

1st to 2nd 15 (24)

2nd to 3rd 25 (40)

3rd to 4th 40 (64)

4th to 5th 45 (72)

Suggested maximum speed in eachgear

Downshift to a lower gear if the engine is notrunning smoothly, or if you need to accelerate.

Do not exceed the maximum suggested speed(shown below) in any gear. For level roaddriving, use the highest gear suggested forthat speed. Always observe posted speedlimits, and drive according to the road condi-tions, which will ensure safe operation. Do notover-rev the engine when shifting to a lowergear as it may cause engine damage or loss ofvehicle control.

Gear MPH (km/h)

1st 30 (50)

2nd 55 (90)

3rd 80 (130)

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To apply: pull the lever up.

To release:

1. Firmly apply foot brake.

2. Automatic transmission models:

Move the selector lever to the P (Park)position.

Manual transmission models:

Place the shift lever in the N (Neutral)position.

3. While pulling up on the lever slightly, pushthe button and lower completely.

4. Before driving, be sure the brake warninglight goes out.

I Be sure the parking brake is fullyreleased before driving. Failure to doso can cause brake failure and lead toan accident.

I Do not release the parking brake fromoutside the vehicle.

I Do not use the gear shift in place ofthe parking brake. When parking, besure the parking brake is fully en-gaged.

I Do not leave children unattended in avehicle. They could release the park-ing brake and cause an accident.

Do not use the cruise control when driv-ing under the following conditions:

I it is not possible to keep the vehicleat a set speed.

I in heavy traffic or in traffic that variesin speed.

I on winding or hilly roads.

I on slippery roads (rain, snow, ice,etc.).

I in very windy areas.

Doing so could cause a loss of vehiclecontrol and result in an accident.

On manual transmission models, do notshift into N (Neutral) without depressingthe clutch pedal when the cruise controlis on. This could cause engine damage.If this happens, depress the clutch pedaland turn the main switch offimmediately.

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PRECAUTIONS ON CRUISECONTROL

I If the cruise control system malfunctions, itcancels automatically. The cruise indicatorlight in the instrument panel then blinks towarn the driver.

I If the cruise indicator light blinks, turn thecruise control main switch off and have thesystem checked by yourNISSAN dealer.

I The cruise indicator light may blink whenthe cruise control main switch is turned onwhile pushing the RES/ACCEL,COAST/SET, or CANCEL switch (locatedon the steering wheel). To properly set thecruise control system, perform the preced-ing steps in the order indicated.

CRUISE CONTROL OPERATIONS

The cruise control allows driving at a speedbetween 30 to 89 MPH (48 to 144 km/h)without keeping your foot on the acceleratorpedal.

To turn on the cruise control, push the mainswitch on. The indicator light on the switch willcome on.

To set at cruising speed, accelerate yourvehicle to the desired speed, push theCOAST/SET switch and release it. (TheCRUISE light will come on.) Take your foot off

the accelerator pedal. Your vehicle will main-tain the set speed.

I To pass another vehicle, depress theaccelerator pedal. When you release thepedal, the vehicle will return to the previ-ously set speed.

I The vehicle may not maintain the set speedwhen going up or down steep hills. If thishappens, drive without the cruise control.

To cancel the preset speed, follow either ofthese three methods:

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a) Push the cancel switch; The CRUISE lightwill go out.

b) Tap the brake pedal; The CRUISE light willgo out.

c) Turn the main switch off. Both the ONindicator and CRUISE lights will go out.

I If you depress the brake pedal while push-ing the RES/ACCEL set switch and reset atthe cruising speed, turn the main switch offonce and then turn it on again.

I The cruise control will automatically be can-celled if the vehicle slows down belowapproximately 8 MPH (13 km/h).

I Depress the clutch pedal (manual transmis-sion), or move the selector lever to N (Neu-tral) position (automatic transmission). TheCRUISE light will go out.

To reset at a faster cruising speed, use oneof the following three methods:

a) Depress the accelerator pedal. When thevehicle attains the desired speed, push andrelease the COAST/SET switch.

b) Push and hold the RES/ACCEL set switch.When the vehicle attains the speed youdesire, release the switch.

c) Push, then quickly release the RES/ACCEL

set switch. Each time you do this, the setspeed will increase by about 1 MPH (1.6km/h).

To reset at a slower cruising speed, use oneof the following three methods:

a) Lightly tap the brake pedal. When the ve-hicle attains the desired speed, push theCOAST/SET switch and release it.

b) Push and hold the COAST/SET switch.Release the switch when the vehicle slowsdown to the desired speed.

c) Push, then quickly release the COAST/SET switch. Each time you do this, the setspeed will decrease by about 1 MPH (1.6km/h).

To resume the preset speed, push and re-lease the RES/ACCEL set switch. The vehiclewill resume the last set cruising speed whenthe vehicle speed is over 30 MPH (48 km/h).

During the first 1,000 miles (1,600 km), followthese recommendations for the future reliabil-ity and economy of your new vehicle. Failure tofollow these recommendations may result invehicle damage or shortened engine life.

I Do not drive over 55 MPH (90 km/h) and donot run the engine over 4,000 rpm. Avoiddriving for long periods at constant speed,either fast or slow.

I Do not accelerate at full throttle in any gear.

I Avoid quick starts.

I Avoid hard braking as much as possible.

I Do not tow a trailer for the first 500 miles(800 km).

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I Accelerate slowly and smoothly. Maintaincruising speeds with a constant acceleratorposition.

I Drive at moderate speeds on the highway.Driving at high speed will lower fueleconomy.

I Avoid unnecessary stopping and braking.Maintain a safe distance behind other ve-hicles.

I Use a proper gear range which suits roadconditions. On level roads, shift into highgear as soon as possible.

I Avoid unnecessary engine idling.

I Keep your engine tuned up.

I Follow the recommended periodic mainte-nance schedule.

I Keep the tires inflated at the correct pres-sure. Low pressure will increase tire wearand waste fuel.

I Keep the front wheels in correct alignment.Improper alignment will cause not only tirewear but also lower fuel economy.

I Air conditioner operation lowers fueleconomy. Use the air conditioner only whennecessary.

I When cruising at highway speeds, it ismore economical to use the air conditionerand leave the windows closed to reducedrag.

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Do not park the vehicle over flammablematerials such as dry grass, waste pa-per or rags. They may ignite and cause afire.

1. Firmly apply the parking brake.

2. Automatic transmission models:

Move the selector lever to the P (Park)position.

Manual transmission models:

Place the shift lever in the R (Reverse)position. When parking on an uphill grade,place the shift lever in the 1 (Low gear)position.

I Safe parking procedures require thatboth the parking brake be set and thetransmission placed into P (Park) forautomatic transmission models or inan appropriate gear for manual trans-mission models. Failure to do socould cause the vehicle to move un-

expectedly or roll away and result inan accident.

I Make sure the automatic transmis-sion selector lever has been pushedas far forward as it can go and cannotbe moved without depressing thebutton at the end of the lever.

3. To help prevent the vehicle from rolling intothe street when parked on a sloping driveway, it is a good practice to turn the wheelsas illustrated.

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Turn the wheels into the curb and move thevehicle forward until the curb side wheelgently touches the curb.

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Turn the wheels away from the curb andmove the vehicle back until the curb sidewheel gently touches the curb.

I HEADED UPHILL OR DOWNHILL, NOCURB: q3

Turn the wheels toward the side of the roadso the vehicle will move away from thecenter of the road if it moves.

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4. Turn the ignition key to the LOCK positionand remove the key.

I Never leave the engine running whilethe vehicle is unattended.

I Never leave children unattended inthe vehicle.

The power assisted steering is designed touse a hydraulic pump, driven by the engine, toassist steering.

If the engine stops or drive belt breaks, you willstill have control of the vehicle. However,much greater steering effort is needed, espe-cially in sharp turns or at low speeds.

If the engine is not running or is turnedoff while driving, the power assist for thesteering will not work. Steering will bemuch harder to operate.

The brake system has two separate hydrauliccircuits. If one circuit develops a problem, youwill still have braking at two wheels.

Vacuum assisted brake

The brake booster aids braking by using en-gine vacuum. If the engine stops, you can stopthe vehicle by depressing the brake pedal.However, greater foot pressure on the brakepedal will be required to stop the vehicle andthe stopping distance will be longer.

Wet brakes

When the vehicle is washed or driven throughwater, the brakes may get wet. As a result,your braking distance will be longer and thevehicle may pull to one side during braking.

To dry brakes, drive the vehicle at a safespeed while lightly pressing the brake pedal toheat-up the brakes. Do this until the brakesreturn to normal. Avoid driving the vehicle athigh speeds until the brakes function correctly.

Using the brakes

Avoid resting your foot on the brake pedalwhile driving. This overheats the brakes, in-creases wear on the brake linings and pads,and reduces gas mileage.

To help save the brakes and to prevent thebrakes from overheating, reduce speed and

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downshift to a lower gear before going down aslope or long grade. Overheated brakes mayreduce braking performance and could resultin loss of vehicle control.

I While driving on a slippery surface,be careful when braking, acceleratingor downshifting. Abrupt braking oraccelerating could cause the wheelsto skid and result in an accident.

I If the engine is not running or isturned off while driving, the powerassist for the brakes will not work.Braking will be harder.

ANTI-LOCK BRAKE SYSTEM (ABS)(if so equipped)

The anti-lock brake system controls the brakesat each wheel so the wheels will not lock whenbraking abruptly or when braking on slipperysurfaces. The system detects the rotationspeed at each wheel and varies the brake fluidpressure to prevent each wheel from lockingand sliding. By preventing wheel lockup, thesystem helps the driver maintain steering con-trol and helps to minimize swerving and spin-

ning on slippery surfaces.

Using the system

Depress the brake pedal and hold it down.

Do not pump the brake pedal. Doing somay result in increased stoppingdistances.

Normal operation

The anti-lock brake system will not operate atspeeds below 3 to 6 MPH (5 to 10 km/h) tocompletely stop the vehicle. (The speeds willvary according to road conditions.) When theanti-lock system senses that one or morewheels are close to locking up, the actuator(under the hood) rapidly applies and releaseshydraulic pressure (like pumping the brakesvery quickly). While the actuator is working,you may feel a pulsation in the brake pedaland hear a noise or vibration from the actuatorunder the hood. This is normal and indicatesthat the anti-lock system is working properly.However, the pulsation may indicate that roadconditions are hazardous and extra care isrequired while driving.

Self-test feature

The anti-lock brake system consists of elec-tronic sensors, electric pumps, and hydraulicsolenoids controlled by a computer. The com-puter has a built-in diagnostic feature that teststhe system each time you start the engine andmove the vehicle at a low speed in forward orreverse. When the self-test occurs, you mayhear a clunk noise and/or feel a pulsation inthe brake pedal. This is normal and is not anindication of any malfunction. If the computersenses any malfunction, it switches the anti-lock brake system OFF and turns on the ABSwarning light in the dashboard. The brakesystem will then behave normally, but withoutanti-lock assistance.

If the light comes on during the self check, orwhile you are driving, you should take yourvehicle to your NISSAN dealer for repair atyour earliest convenience.


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The anti-lock brake system is a sophis-ticated device, but it cannot prevent ac-cidents resulting from careless or dan-gerous driving techniques. It can helpmaintain vehicle control during brakingon slippery surfaces, but remember thatthe stopping distance on slippery sur-faces will be longer than on normalsurfaces, even with the anti-lock sys-tem. Stopping distances may also belonger on rough, gravel or snow coveredroads, or if you are using tire chains.Always maintain a safe distance fromthe vehicle in front of you. Ultimately,the responsibility for safety of self andothers rests in the hands of the driver.

Tire type and condition of tires may alsoaffect braking effectiveness.

I When replacing tires, install thespecified size of tires on all fourwheels.

I When installing a spare tire, makesure it is the proper size and type asspecified on the tire placard. See “Ve-

hicle identification” in the “10. Tech-nical and consumer information” sec-tion for tire placard location.

FREEING A FROZEN DOOR LOCK

To prevent a door lock from freezing, applyde-icer or glycerin to it through the key hole. Ifthe lock becomes frozen, heat the key beforeinserting it into the key hole.

ANTI-FREEZE

In the winter when it is anticipated that thetemperature will drop below 32°F (0°C), checkanti-freeze (ethylene glycol base) to assureproper winter protection. For additional infor-mation, see “Engine Cooling System” in the “8.Do-it-yourself” section.

BATTERY

If the battery is not fully charged during ex-tremely cold weather conditions, the batteryfluid may freeze and damage the battery. Tomaintain maximum efficiency, the batteryshould be checked regularly. For additionalinformation, see “Battery” in the “8. Do-it-yourself” section.

DRAINING OF COOLANT WATER

If the vehicle is to be left outside withoutanti-freeze, drain the cooling system by open-ing the drain valves located under the radiatorand on the engine block. Refill before operat-ing the vehicle. See “Engine cooling system” in

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the “8. Do-it-yourself” section for changingengine coolant.

TIRE EQUIPMENT

1. SUMMER tires are of a tread design toprovide superior performance on dry pave-ment. However, the performance of thesetires will be substantially reduced in snowyand icy conditions. If you operate yourvehicle on snowy or icy roads, NISSANrecommends the use of MUD & SNOW orALL SEASON tires on all four wheels.Please consult your NISSAN dealer for thetire type, size, speed rating and availabilityinformation.

2. For additional traction on icy roads, studdedtires may be used. However, some prov-inces and states prohibit their use. Checklocal, state and provincial laws before in-stalling studded tires.

Skid and traction capabilities of studdedsnow tires, on wet or dry surfaces, may bepoorer than that of non-studded snow tires.

3. Tire chains may be used if desired. Makesure they are of proper size for the tires onyour vehicle and are installed according tothe chain manufacturer’s suggestions. Useof tire chains may be prohibited accordingto location. Check the local laws before

installing tire chains. When installing tirechains, make sure they are of proper sizefor the tires on your vehicle and are in-stalled according to the chain manufactur-er’s suggestions. Use only SAE Class Schains. Other types may damage yourvehicle. Use chain tensioners when recom-mended by the tire chain manufacturer toensure a tight fit. Loose end links of the tirechain must be secured or removed to pre-vent the possibility of whipping action dam-age to the fenders or underbody. If pos-sible, avoid fully loading your vehicle whenusing tire chains. In addition, drive at areduced speed. Otherwise, your vehiclemay be damaged and/or vehicle handlingand performance may be adversely af-fected.

Never install tire chains on a T-type sparetire. Do not use tire chains on dry roads.

SPECIAL WINTER EQUIPMENT

It is recommended that the following items becarried in the vehicle during winter:

I a scraper and stiff-bristled brush to removeice and snow from the windows and wiperblades.

I a sturdy, flat board to be placed under thejack to give it firm support.

I a shovel to dig the vehicle out of snow-drifts.

I extra window washer fluid to refill the res-ervoir tank.

DRIVING ON SNOW OR ICE

I Wet ice (32°F, 0°C and freezing rain),very cold snow or ice can be slick andvery hard to drive on. The vehicle willhave a lot less traction or grip underthese conditions. Try to avoid drivingon wet ice until the road is salted orsanded.

I Whatever the condition, drive withcaution. Accelerate and slow downwith care. If accelerating or down-shifting too fast, the drive wheels willlose even more traction.

I Allow more stopping distance underthese conditions. Braking should bestarted sooner than on dry pavement.

I Allow greater following distances onslippery roads.

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These may appear on an otherwiseclear road in shaded areas. If a patchof ice is seen ahead, brake beforereaching it. Try not to brake whileactually on the ice, and avoid anysudden steering maneuvers.

I Do not use cruise control on slipperyroads.

I Snow can trap dangerous exhaustgases under your vehicle. Keep snowclear of the exhaust pipe and fromaround your vehicle.

ENGINE BLOCK HEATER (if soequipped)

An engine block heater to assist extreme coldtemperature starting is available through yourNISSAN dealer.

Do not use your heater with an un-grounded electrical system or two-pronged (cheater) adapters. You can beinjured by an electrical shock if you usean ungrounded connection.


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CHANGING A FLAT TIRE

If you have a flat tire, follow the instructionsbelow.

Stopping the vehicle

1. Safely move the vehicle off the road awayfrom traffic.

2. Turn on the hazard warning flashers.

3. Park on a level surface and apply theparking brake. Shift the manual transmis-sion into R (Reverse) position (automatictransmission in P (Park) position).

4. Turn off the engine.

5. Raise the hood to warn other traffic, and tosignal professional road assistance person-nel that you need assistance.

6. Have all passengers get out of the vehicleand stand in a safe place, away from trafficand clear of the vehicle.

I Make sure that the parking brake issecurely applied and the manualtransmission is shifted into R (Re-verse), or the automatic transmissioninto P (Park).

I Never change tires when the vehicleis on a slope, ice or slippery areas.This is hazardous.

I Never change tires if oncoming trafficis close to your vehicle. Wait for pro-fessional road assistance.

Blocking wheels

Place suitable blocks at both the front andback of the wheel diagonally opposite the flattire to prevent the vehicle from rolling when it isjacked up.

Be sure to block the wheel as the vehiclemay move and could cause personalinjury.

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Getting the spare tire and tools

Remove jacking tools and spare tire from thestorage area located inside the trunk as illus-trated.

Removing wheel cover

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Jacking up vehicle and removing thedamaged tire

Carefully read the caution label attached tothe jack body and the following instruc-tions.

1. Place the jack directly under the jack-uppoint as illustrated above so that top of thejack contacts the vehicle at the jack uppoint. Align the jack head between the twonotches in the front or the rear as shown.Also fit the groove of the jack head betweenthe notches as shown.

The jack should be used on level firmground.

2. Loosen each wheel nut one or two turns byturning counterclockwise with the wheel nutwrench. Do not remove the wheel nutsuntil the tire is off the ground.

3. Carefully raise the vehicle until the tireclears the ground. To lift the vehicle, se-curely hold the jack lever and rod with bothhands as shown above. Remove the wheelnuts, and then remove the tire.

I Never get under the vehicle while it issupported only by the jack.

I Use only the jack provided with yourvehicle. Do not use the jack providedwith your vehicle on other vehicles.The jack is designed only for liftingyour vehicle during a tire change.

I Use the correct jack up points; neveruse any other part of the vehicle forjack support.

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I Never jack up the vehicle more thannecessary.

I Never use blocks on or under thejack.

I Do not start or run engine while ve-hicle is on the jack, as it may causethe vehicle to move. This is especiallytrue for vehicles with limited slid dif-ferential carriers.

I Do not allow passengers to stay inthe vehicle while it is on the jack.

Installing the spare tire

1. Clean any mud or dirt from the surfacebetween the wheel and hub.

2. Carefully put the wheel on and tighten thewheel nuts finger tight.

3. With the wheel nut wrench, tighten wheelnuts alternately and evenly until they aretight.

4. Lower the vehicle slowly until the tiretouches the ground. Then, with the wheelnut wrench, tighten the wheel nuts securelyin the sequence as illustrated.

I Incorrect wheel nuts or improperlytightened wheel nuts can cause thewheel to become loose or come off.This could cause an accident.

I Do not use oil or grease on the wheelstuds or nuts. This could cause thenuts to become loose.

As soon as possible tighten the wheel nutsto the specified torque with a torquewrench.

Wheel nut tightening torque:

72 to 87 ft-lb(98 to 118 N ⋅m)

Adjust tire pressure to the COLD pressure.

COLD pressure:

After vehicle has been parked for threehours or more or driven less than 1 mile(1.6 km).

COLD tire pressures are shown on the tireplacard affixed to the center console lid.

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has been run for 600 miles (1,000 km) afterinstalling the aluminum wheel.

Stowing the damaged tire and tools

Securely store the spare tire and jackingequipment in the vehicle.

I Always make sure that the spare tireand jacking equipment are properlysecured after use. Such items canbecome dangerous projectiles in anaccident or sudden stop.

I The T-type spare tire and small sizespare tire are designed for emer-

gency use. See “Tires and wheels” inthe “8. Do-it-yourself” section.

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To start your engine with a booster battery, theinstructions and precautions below must befollowed.

I If done incorrectly, jump starting canlead to a battery explosion, resultingin severe injury or death. It could alsodamage your vehicle.

I Explosive hydrogen gas is alwayspresent in the vicinity of the battery.Keep all sparks and flames away fromthe battery.

I Do not allow battery fluid to comeinto contact with eyes, skin, cloth orpainted surfaces. Battery fluid is acorrosive sulphuric acid solutionwhich can cause severe burns. If thefluid should come into contact withanything, immediately flush the con-tacted area with water.

I Keep battery out of the reach of chil-dren.

I The booster battery must be rated at12 volts. Use of an improperly ratedbattery can damage your vehicle.

I Whenever working on or near a bat-tery, always wear suitable eye protec-tors (for example, goggles or indus-trial safety spectacles) and removerings, metal bands, or any other jew-elry. Do not lean over the batterywhen jump starting.

I Do not attempt to jump start a frozenbattery. It could explode and causeserious injury.

I Your vehicle has an automatic enginecooling fan. It could come on at anytime. Keep hands and other objectsaway from it.

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Always follow the instructions below.Failure to do so could result in damageto the charging system and cause per-sonal injury.

1. If the booster battery is in another vehicle,position the two vehicles to bring their bat-teries into close proximity to each other.

Do not allow the two vehicles to touch.

2. Apply parking brake. Move the shift lever to

the N (Neutral) position (On automatictransmission models, move the selectorlever to the P (Park) position). Switch off allunnecessary electrical systems (light,heater, air conditioner, etc.).

3. Remove vent caps on the battery (if soequipped). Cover the battery with an oldcloth to reduce explosion hazard.

4. Connect jumper cables in the sequence asillustrated.

I Always connect positive (+) to posi-tive (+) and negative (−) to bodyground (for example, strut mountingbolt, etc. — not to the battery).

I Make sure that cables do not touchmoving parts in the engine compart-ment and that clamps do not contactany other metal.

5. Start the engine of the other vehicle and letit run for a few minutes.

6. Keep the engine speed of the other vehicleat about 2,000 rpm, and start your engine inthe normal manner.

Do not keep starter motor engaged formore than 10 seconds. If the enginedoes not start right away, turn the keyoff and wait 3 to 4 seconds before tryingagain.

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7. After starting your engine, carefully discon-nect the negative cable and then the posi-tive cable.

8. Replace the vent caps (if so equipped). Besure to dispose of the cloth used to coverthe vent holes as it may be contaminatedwith corrosive acid.

I Automatic transmission models can-not be push started. This may causetransmission damage.

I Three way catalyst equipped modelsshould not be started by pushingsince the three way catalyst may bedamaged.

I Never try to start the vehicle by tow-ing it; when the engine starts, theforward surge could cause the ve-hicle to collide with the tow vehicle.

I Do not continue to drive if your ve-hicle overheats. Doing so couldcause a vehicle fire.

I To avoid the danger of being scalded,never remove the radiator cap whilethe engine is still hot. When the radia-tor cap is removed, pressurized hotwater will spurt out, possibly causingserious injury.

I Do not open the hood if steam iscoming out.

If your vehicle is overheating (indicated by anextremely high temperature gauge reading), orif you feel a lack of engine power, detectabnormal noise, etc., take the following steps:

1. Move the vehicle safely off the road, applythe parking brake and move the shift leverto the N (Neutral) position (automatic trans-mission to the P (Park) position).

Do not stop the engine.

2. Turn off the air conditioner switch. Open allthe windows, move the heater or air condi-tioner temperature control to maximum hot

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and fan control to high speed.

3. If engine overheating is caused by climbinga long hill on a hot day, run the engine at afast idle (approximately 1,500 rpm) until thetemperature gauge indication returns tonormal.

4. Get out of the vehicle. Look and listen forsteam or coolant escaping from the radiatorbefore opening the hood. Wait until nosteam or coolant can be seen before pro-ceeding.

5. Open the engine hood.

If steam or water is coming from theengine, stand clear to prevent gettingburned.

6. Visually check if the cooling fan is running.The radiator hoses and radiator should notleak water.

If coolant is leaking or the cooling fan doesnot run, stop the engine.

I Be careful not to allow your hands,hair, jewelry or clothing to come intocontact with, or to get caught in thecooling fan, or drive belt.

I The fan motor can start at any timewhen the coolant temperature is high.

7. After the engine cools down, check thecoolant level in the reservoir tank with theengine running. Add coolant to the reservoirtank if necessary. Have your vehicle re-paired at the nearest NISSAN dealer.

When towing your vehicle, all State (Provincialin Canada) and local regulations for towingmust be followed. Incorrect towing equipmentcould damage your vehicle. Towing instruc-tions are available from yourNISSAN dealer. Local service operators aregenerally familiar with the applicable laws andprocedures for towing. To assure proper tow-ing and to prevent accidental damage to yourvehicle, NISSAN recommends having a ser-vice operator tow your vehicle. It is advisableto have the service operator carefully read thefollowing precautions.

I Never ride in a vehicle that is beingtowed.

I Never get under your vehicle after ithas been lifted by a tow truck.

I When towing, make sure that thetransmission, axles, steering system,and powertrain are in working condi-tion. If any unit is damaged, dolliesmust be used.

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I Always attach safety chains beforetowing.

TOWING RECOMMENDED BYNISSAN

NISSAN recommends that your vehicle betowed with the driving (front) wheels off theground as illustrated.

I Always release the parking brakewhen towing with the rear wheels onthe ground.

I When towing manual transmissionmodels with the front wheels on theground (If you do not use a towingdolly):Turn the ignition key to the OFF po-sition, and secure the steering wheelin a straight-ahead position with arope or similar device. Never placethe ignition key in the LOCK position.This will result in damage to thesteering lock mechanism.Move the gearshift lever to the N(Neutral) position.

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I Never tow an automatic transmissionmodels with the front wheels on theground as this may cause serious

and expensive damage to the trans-mission. If it is necessary to tow thevehicle with the rear wheels raised,always use a towing dollies under thefront wheels.

I Never tow an automatic transmissionmodel from the rear (that is, back-ward) with four wheels on the groundas this may cause serious and expen-sive damage to the transmission.

VEHICLE RECOVERY (Freeing astuck vehicle)

I Tow chains or cables must be attached onlyto the main structural members of the ve-hicle.

I Pulling devices should be routed so they donot touch any part of the suspension, steer-ing, brake or cooling systems.

I Always pull the cable straight out from thefront or rear of the vehicle. Never pull on thevehicle at an angle.

I Pulling devices such as ropes or canvasstraps are not recommended for use invehicle towing or recovery.

I Stand clear of an stuck vehicle.

Do not spin your tires at high speed.This could cause them to explode andresult in serious injury. Parts of yourvehicle could also overheat and bedamaged.

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In order to maintain the appearance of yourvehicle, it is important to take proper care of it.

In the following cases, please wash your ve-hicle as soon as possible to protect the paintsurface.

I After a rainfall to prevent possible damagefrom acid rain

I After driving on coastal roads

I When contaminants such as soot, birddroppings, tree sap, metal particles or bugsget on the paint surface

I When dust or mud builds up on the surface

Whenever possible, store or park your vehicleinside a garage or in a covered area.

When it is necessary to park outside, park in ashady area or protect the vehicle with a bodycover.

Be careful not to scratch the paint surfacewhen putting on or removing the bodycover.

WASHING

Thoroughly rinse surface dirt off the vehiclewith a wet sponge and plenty of clean water.Clean the vehicle thoroughly using a mild soapsuch as Nissan Car Wash, or a general pur-pose dishwashing liquid mixed with clean,lukewarm (never hot) water.

I Do not use strong household soap,strong chemical detergents, gasolineor solvents.

I Do not wash the vehicle in directsunlight or while the vehicle body ishot, as the surface may becomewater-spotted.

I Avoid using tight-napped or rough

cloths, such as washing mitts. Caremust be taken when removingcaked-on dirt or other foreign sub-stances so that the paint surface isnot scratched or damaged.

Rinse the vehicle again with plenty of cleanwater.

Inside flanges, seams and folds on the doors,hatches and hood are particularly vulnerableto the effects of road salt. Therefore, theseareas must be regularly cleaned. Make surethat the drain holes in the lower edge of thedoor are open. Spray water under the bodyand in the wheel wells to loosen the dirt andwash away road salt.

Avoid leaving water spots on the paint surfaceby using a damp chamois to dry the vehicle.

WAXING

Regular waxing protects the paint surface andhelps retain new vehicle appearance. Afterwaxing, polishing is recommended to removebuilt-up residue and to avoid a weatheredappearance.

If you wish to wax your vehicle, only use a waxspecified for use over clear coats, such asNissan Liquid or Spray Wax. Your Nissan

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dealer can assist you in choosing the properproduct.

I Wax your vehicle only after a thoroughwashing. Follow the instructions suppliedwith the wax.

I Do not use a wax containing any abrasives,cutting compounds or cleaners that maydamage the vehicle finish.

I If the surface does not polish easily, use aroad tar remover and wax again.

Machine compounding or aggressive pol-ishing on a base coat/clear coat paint finishmay dull the finish or leave swirl marks.

REMOVING SPOTS

Remove tar and oil spots, industrial dust, in-sects, and tree sap as quickly as possible fromthe surface of the paint to avoid lasting dam-age or staining. Special cleaning products areavailable at your NISSAN dealer or any auto-motive accessory store.

UNDERBODY

In areas where road salt is used in winter, theunderbody must be cleaned regularly. This willprevent dirt and salt from building up andcausing underbody and suspension corrosion.Before the winter period and again in thespring, the underseal must be checked and, ifnecessary, re-treated.

GLASS

When cleaning the rear window, it may beeasier to clean if the high-mounted stop light isremoved first.

Be careful when removing the high-mountedstop light to reduce the risk of damaging thehigh-mounted stop light wires.

The high-mounted stop light must be properlyreinstalled before driving your vehicle.

Use glass cleaner to remove smoke and dustfilm from the glass surfaces. It is normal forglass to become coated with a film after thevehicle is parked in the hot sun. Glass cleaner

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and a soft cloth will easily remove this film.

When cleaning the inside of the window,do not use sharp-edged tools, abrasivecleaners or chlorine based disinfectantcleaners. They could damage the rearwindow defogger.

ALUMINUM ALLOY WHEELS

Wash regularly, especially during wintermonths in areas where road salt is used. Saltcould discolor the wheel if not removed.

CHROME PARTS

Clean all chrome parts regularly with a non-abrasive chrome polish to maintain the finish.

Occasionally remove loose dust from the inte-rior trim, plastic parts and seats using avacuum cleaner or soft brush. Wipe the vinyland leather surfaces with a clean, soft clothdampened in mild soap solution, then wipeclean with a dry soft cloth. Before using anyfabric protector, read the manufacturer’s rec-ommendations. Some fabric protectors con-tain chemicals that may stain or bleach theseat material.

I Never use benzine, thinner, or anysimilar material.

I The leather seats should be regularlycoated with a leather wax like saddlesoap. Never use car wax.

I Never use fabric protectors unlessrecommended by the manufacturer.

Floor mats

The use of Genuine Nissan floor mats canextend the life of your vehicle carpet and makeit easier to clean the interior. No matter whatmats are used, be sure they are fitted foryour vehicle and are properly positioned inthe footwell to prevent interference with

pedal operation. Mats should be maintainedwith regular cleaning and replaced if theybecome excessively worn.

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Floor mat positioning aid(Driver side only)

This model includes a front floor mat bracket toact as a floor mat positioning aid. NISSAN floormats have been specially designed for yourvehicle model. The driver’s side floor mat hasa grommet hole incorporated in it. Simplyposition the mat by placing the floor matbracket hook through the floor mat grommethole while centering the mat in the floorpancontour.

Periodically check to make certain that themats are properly positioned.

SEAT BELTS

The seat belts can be cleaned by wiping themwith a sponge dampened in a mild soap solu-tion. Allow the belts to dry completely beforeusing them.

Do not allow wet belts to roll up in theretractor. NEVER use bleach, dye, orchemical solvents since these may se-verely weaken the seat belt webbing.

MOST COMMON FACTORSCONTRIBUTING TO VEHICLECORROSION:

I The accumulation of moisture-retaining dirtand debris in body panel sections, cavities,and other areas.

I Damage to paint and other protective coat-ings caused by gravel and stone chips orminor traffic accidents.

ENVIRONMENTAL FACTORSINFLUENCE THE RATE OFCORROSION:

Moisture

Accumulation of sand, dirt and water on thevehicle body underside can accelerate corro-sion. Wet floor coverings will not dry com-pletely inside the vehicle, and should be re-moved for drying to avoid floor panelcorrosion.

Relative humidity

Corrosion will be accelerated in areas of highrelative humidity, especially those areas wherethe temperatures stay above freezing andwhere atmospheric pollution exists and roadsalt is used.

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Temperature

A temperature increase will accelerate the rateof corrosion to those parts which are not wellventilated.

Air pollution

Industrial pollution, the presence of salt in theair in coastal areas, or heavy road salt use willaccelerate the corrosion process. Road saltwill also accelerate the disintegration of paintsurfaces.

TO PROTECT YOUR VEHICLEFROM CORROSION:

I Wash and wax your vehicle often to keepthe vehicle clean.

I Always check for minor damage to the paintand repair it as soon as possible.

I Keep drain holes at the bottom of the doorsopen to avoid water accumulation.

I Check the underbody for accumulation ofsand, dirt or salt. If present, wash with wateras soon as possible.

I NEVER remove dirt, sand or otherdebris from the passenger compart-ment by washing it out with a hose.Remove dirt with a vacuum cleaner orbroom.

I Never allow water or other liquids tocome in contact with electronic com-ponents inside the vehicle as thismay damage them.

Chemicals used for road surface de-icing areextremely corrosive. They accelerate corro-sion and deterioration of underbody compo-nents such as the exhaust system, fuel andbrake lines, brake cables, floor pan and fend-ers.

In winter, the underbody must be cleanedperiodically.

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8 Do-it-yourself

Maintenance precautions .......................................... 8-2Engine compartment check locations ....................... 8-4Engine cooling system .............................................. 8-5Engine oil .................................................................. 8-8Automatic transaxle fluid ......................................... 8-10Power steering fluid ................................................ 8-12Brake and clutch fluid ............................................. 8-12Window washer fluid ............................................... 8-13Battery ..................................................................... 8-14Drive belts ............................................................... 8-15Spark plugs ............................................................. 8-16Air cleaner ............................................................... 8-18Windshield wiper blades ......................................... 8-18Parking brake and brake pedal............................... 8-20Clutch pedal ............................................................ 8-21Fuses....................................................................... 8-21Lights....................................................................... 8-24Tires and wheels..................................................... 8-31

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When performing any inspection or mainte-nance work on your vehicle, always take careto prevent serious accidental injury to yourselfor damage to the vehicle. The following aregeneral precautions which should be closelyobserved.

I Park the vehicle on a level surface,apply the parking brake securely andblock the wheels to prevent the ve-hicle from moving. For a manualtransmission, move the shift lever toN (Neutral) position. For an automatictransmission, move the selector leverto P (Park) position.

I Be sure the ignition key is OFF orLOCK when performing any parts re-placement or repairs.

I Your vehicle is equipped with an au-tomatic engine cooling fan. It maycome on at any time without warning,even if the ignition key is in the OFFposition and the engine is not run-ning. To avoid injury, always discon-nect the negative battery cable beforeworking near the fan.

I If you must work with the enginerunning, keep your hands, clothing,hair and tools away from movingfans, belts and any other movingparts.

I It is advisable to remove necktie andany jewelry, such as rings, watches,etc. before working on your vehicle.

I Always wear eye protection when-ever you work on your vehicle.

I If you must run the engine in anenclosed space such as a garage, besure there is proper ventilation forexhaust gases.

I Never get under the vehicle while it issupported only by a jack. If it is nec-essary to work under the vehicle,support it with safety stands.

I Keep smoking materials, flame andsparks away from fuel and the bat-tery.

I On gasoline engine models with theMultiport Fuel Injection (MFI) System,the fuel filter or fuel lines should beserviced by a NISSAN dealer because

the fuel lines are under high pressureeven when the engine is off.

I Do not work under the hood while theengine is hot. Turn off the engine andwait until it cools down.

I Never connect or disconnect eitherthe battery or any transistorized com-ponent connector while the ignitionkey is on.

I Never leave the engine or the auto-matic transmission related compo-nent harness connector discon-nected while the ignition key is on.

I Avoid direct contact with used engineoil. Improperly disposed motor oiland/or other vehicle fluids can hurtthe environment. Always conform tolocal regulations for disposal of ve-hicle fluid.

This “8. Do-it-yourself” section gives instruc-tions regarding only those items which arerelatively easy for an owner to perform.

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You should be aware that incomplete or im-proper servicing may result in operating diffi-culties or excessive emissions, and could af-fect your warranty coverage. If in doubt aboutany servicing, have it done by your NISSANdealer.

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The engine cooling system is filled at thefactory with a high-quality, year-round, anti-freeze coolant solution. The anti-freeze solu-tion contains rust and corrosion inhibitors,therefore additional cooling system additivesare not necessary.

When adding or replacing coolant, besure to use only an ethylene glycol anti-freeze with the proper mixture ratio of50% anti-freeze and 50% distilled water.The use of other types of coolant solu-tions may damage your engine coolingsystem.

Outside temperaturedown to Anti-

freezeDistilledwater

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I Never remove the radiator cap whenthe engine is hot. Serious burnscould be caused by high pressure

fluid escaping from the radiator. Waituntil the engine and radiator cooldown.

I See “If your vehicle overheats” in the“6. In case of emergency” section.

I The radiator is equipped with a pres-sure cap. Use only a genuine cap as areplacement.

CHECKING ENGINE COOLANTLEVEL

Check the coolant level in the reservoir tankwhen the engine is cold. If the coolant level isbelow MIN, add coolant up to the MAX level. Ifthe reservoir tank is empty, check the coolantlevel in the radiator when the engine is cold.If there is insufficient coolant in the radiator, fillthe radiator with coolant up to the filler openingand also add it to the reservoir tank up to theMAX level.

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requires coolant, have it checked by yourNISSAN dealer.

CHANGING ENGINE COOLANT

I Major cooling system repairs should beperformed by your NISSAN dealer. Theservice procedures can be found in theappropriate NISSAN Service Manual.

I Improper servicing can result in reducedheater performance and engine overheat-ing.

I To avoid the danger of being scalded,never change the coolant when theengine is hot.

I Never remove the radiator cap whenthe engine is hot. Serious burnscould be caused by high pressurefluid escaping from the radiator.

1. Open the radiator cap and drain plug.

2. Open the drain plug on the engine block.

3. Flush the cooling system by running freshwater through the radiator.

4. Close the radiator drain plug and the drainplug on the engine block securely.

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5. See “Capacities and recommendedfuel/lubricants” in the “10. Technical andconsumer information” section for coolingsystem capacity. Fill the radiator slowly withthe proper mixture of coolant and water. Fillthe reservoir tank up to the MAX level. Theninstall the radiator cap.

6. Start the engine, and warm it up until theradiator fan operates. Then race the enginetwo or three times under no load. Watch thecoolant temperature gauge for signs ofoverheating.

7. Stop the engine. After it completely coolsdown, refill the radiator up to the filleropening. Fill the reservoir tank up to theMAX level.

8. Check the radiator drain plug and the drainplug on the engine block for any sign ofleakage.

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CHECKING ENGINE OIL LEVEL

1. Park the vehicle on a level surface andapply parking brake.

2. Run the engine until it reaches operatingtemperature.

3. Turn off the engine. Wait more than 10minutes for the oil to drain back into theoil pan.

4. Remove the dipstick and wipe it clean.Reinsert it all the way.

5. Remove the dipstick again and check theoil level. It should be between the H and Lmarks. If the oil level is below the L mark,remove the oil filler cap and pour recom-mended oil through the opening. Do notoverfill.

6. Recheck oil level with dipstick.

It is normal to add some oil between oilmaintenance intervals or during thebreak-in period, depending on the severityof operating conditions.

Oil level should be checked regularly.Operating with insufficient amount of oilcan damage the engine, and such dam-age is not covered by warranty.

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CHANGING ENGINE OIL

1. Park the vehicle on a level surface andapply the parking brake.

2. Run the engine until it reaches operatingtemperature.

3. Turn the engine off and wait more than 10minutes.

4. Place a large drain pan under the drainplug.

5. Remove the oil filler cap.

6. Remove the drain plug with a wrench andcompletely drain the oil.

If oil filter is to be changed, remove andreplace it at this time. See later in “Engineoil” for changing engine oil filter.

Be careful not to burn yourself, as theengine oil is hot.

Waste oil must be disposed of properly.Check your local regulations.

7. Clean and re-install the drain plug and newwasher. Securely tighten the drain plug witha wrench.

Drain plug tightening torque:

22 to 29 ft-lb(29 to 39 N ⋅m)

Do not use excessive force.

8. Refill engine with recommended oil andinstall the cap securely.

See “Capacities and recommendedfuel/lubricants” in the “10. Technical andconsumer information” section for refill ca-pacity.

9. Start the engine.

Check for leakage around the drain plug.Correct as required.

10.Turn the engine off and wait more than 10minutes. Check the oil level with the dip-stick. Add engine oil if necessary.

11.Dispose of waste oil in the proper manner.

I Prolonged and repeated contact withused engine oil may cause skin can-cer.

I Try to avoid direct skin contact withused oil. If skin contact is made, washthoroughly with soap or hand cleaneras soon as possible.

I Keep used engine oil out of reach ofchildren.

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CHANGING ENGINE OIL FILTER

1. Park the vehicle on a level surface andapply the parking brake.

2. Turn the engine off.

3. Loosen the oil filter with an oil filter wrench.(Depending on the engine model, a specialcap type wrench may be required. Seeyour NISSAN dealer if in doubt.) Removethe oil filter by turning it by hand.

Be careful not to burn yourself, as theengine oil may be hot.

4. Wipe the engine oil filter mounting surfacewith a clean rag.

Be sure to remove any old rubber gasketremaining on the mounting surface of theengine.

5. Coat the rubber gasket on the new filterwith clean engine oil.

6. Screw in the oil filter until a slight resistanceis felt, then tighten additionally more than2/3 turn.

Oil filter tightening torque:

10.85 to 15.19 ft-lb(14.7 to 20.6 N ⋅m)

7. Start the engine and check for leakagearound the oil filter. Correct as required.

8. Turn the engine off and wait several min-utes. Check the oil level. Add engine oil ifnecessary.

I When engine is running, keep hands,jewelry and clothing away from anymoving parts such as cooling fan anddrive belt.

I Automatic transmission fluid is poi-sonous and should be stored care-fully in marked containers out of thereach of children.

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TEMPERATURE CONDITIONSFOR CHECKING

I The fluid level should be checked using theHOT range on the dipstick after the follow-ing conditions have been met:

a) the engine should be warmed up tooperating temperature.

b) the vehicle should be driven at least 5minutes.

c) the automatic transmission fluid shouldbe warmed to between 122 and 176°F(50 and 80°C).

I The fluid can be checked at fluid tempera-tures of 86 to 122°F (30 to 50°C) using theCOLD range on the dipstick after the en-gine is warmed up and before driving. How-ever, the fluid should be re-checked usingthe HOT range.

1. Park the vehicle on a level surface and setthe parking brake.

2. Start the engine and then move the selectorlever through each gear range. Move theselector lever to P (Park) position after youhave moved it through all ranges.

3. Check the fluid level with the engine idling.

4. Remove the dipstick and wipe it clean withlint-free paper.

5. Reinsert the dipstick into the charging pipeas far as it will go.

6. Remove the dipstick and note the reading.If the level is at the low side of either range,add fluid to the charging pipe.

I Do not overfill.

I Use only NISSAN Matic D (Continen-tal US and Alaska) or genuine auto-matic transmission fluid (Canada).Dexron TMIII/Mercon TM or equivalentmay also be used. Outside the conti-nental US and Alaska contact aNISSAN dealer for more informationregarding suitable fluids, includingrecommended brand(s) of Dexron TM

III/Mercon TM automatic transmissionfluid.

NOTE:

If the vehicle has been driven for a longtime at high speeds, or in city traffic in hotweather, or if it is being used to pull atrailer, the accurate fluid level cannot beread. You should wait until the fluid hascooled down (about 30 minutes).

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Check the fluid level in the reservoir tank.

The fluid level should be checked using theHOT range at fluid temperatures of 122 to176°F (50 to 80°C) or using the COLD range atfluid temperatures of 32 to 86°F (0 to 30°C).

I Do not overfill.I Use type DEXRON TMIII or equivalent.

Check the fluid level in the reservoir. If the fluidis below the MIN line or the brake warning lightcomes on, add DOT 3 fluid up to the MAX line.If fluid must be added frequently, the systemshould be thoroughly checked by your NIS-SAN dealer.

Use only new fluid. Old, inferior, or con-taminated fluid may damage the brakeand clutch systems. The use of im-proper fluids can damage the brake sys-tem and affect the vehicle’s stopping

ability.

Do not spill the fluid on painted sur-faces. This will damage the paint. If fluidis spilled, wash with water.

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Type A:

Add fluid when the low washer fluid warninglight comes on. Add a washer solvent to thewater for better cleaning. In the winter season,add a windshield washer anti-freeze. Followthe manufacturer’s instructions for the mixtureratio.

Type B:

To check the fluid level, use your finger to plugthe center hole of the cap (as shown above),then remove it from the tank. If there is no fluidin the tube, add fluid. Add a washer solvent tothe water for better cleaning. In the winterseason, add a windshield washer anti-freeze.Follow the manufacturer’s instructions for themixture ratio.

Anti-freeze is poisonous and should bestored carefully in marked containersout of the reach of children.

Do not substitute engine anti-freezecoolant for window washer solution.This may result in damage to the paint.

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I Keep the battery surface clean and dry. Anycorrosion should be washed off with asolution of baking soda and water.

I Make certain the terminal connections areclean and securely tightened.

I If the vehicle is not to be used for 30 days orlonger, disconnect the (—) negative batteryterminal cable to prevent discharge.

I Do not expose the battery to flamesor electrical sparks. Hydrogen gasgenerated by battery action is explo-sive. Do not allow battery fluid tocontact your skin, eyes, fabrics, orpainted surfaces. After touching abattery or battery cap, do not touch orrub your eyes. Thoroughly wash yourhands. If the acid contacts your eyes,skin or clothing, immediately flushwith water for at least 15 minutes andseek medical attention.

I When working on or near a battery,always wear suitable eye protectionand remove all jewelry.

I Keep the battery out of the reach of

children.

Check the fluid level in each cell. It should bebetween the MAX and MIN lines.

If it is necessary to add fluid, add only distilledwater to bring the level to the indicator in eachfiller opening. Do not overfill.

1. Remove the cell plugs.

2. Add distilled water up to the MAX level.

3. Tighten cell plugs.

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If jump starting is necessary, see “Jump start-ing” the “6. In case of emergency” section. Ifthe engine does not start by jump starting, thebattery may have to be replaced. Contact yourNISSAN dealer.

Be sure the ignition key is OFF. Theengine could rotate unexpectedly.

1. Visually inspect each belt for signs of un-usual wear, cuts, fraying, oil adhesion orlooseness. If the belt is in poor condition orloose, have it replaced or adjusted by yourNISSAN dealer.

2. Have the belts checked regularly for condi-tion and tension in accordance with themaintenance schedule in this manual.

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Be sure the engine and ignition switchare off and that the parking brake isengaged securely.

Be sure to use the correct wrench toremove the plugs. An incorrect wrenchcan cause damage.

REPLACING SPARK PLUGS

1. Remove the rocker cover ornament using asuitable hexagon wrench. (Front side)

2. Disconnect the electrical connectors.

3. Loosen the ignition coil fixing bolts. Andremove the ignition coil to give access tothe spark plugs.

4. Remove the spark plugs with a spark plugwrench.

The plug wrench has a rubber seal thatholds the spark plug so that it will not fallwhen it is pulled out. Make sure that each

spark plug is snugly fitted into the plugwrench.

5. Fit the new plugs, one at a time, into thespark plug wrench and install them. Turneach plug in several full turns by hand, thentighten with a spark plug wrench to thecorrect torque. Do not overtighten.

Spark plug tightening torque:

14 to 22 ft-lb(20 to 29 N ⋅m)

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6. Holding the ignition coil, re-connect eachignition coil to its proper spark plug bypushing it on until you feel a snap.

7. Tighten all ignition coils.

Platinum-tipped spark plugs

It is not necessary to replace the platinum-tipped spark plugs as frequently as the con-ventional type spark plugs since they will lastmuch longer. Follow the maintenance sched-ule but, do not reuse them by cleaning orregapping.

Always replace with recommendedplatinum-tipped spark plugs.

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The filter element should not be cleaned andreused. Replace it according to the mainte-nance intervals. See “Periodic maintenanceschedules” in the “9. Maintenance” section formaintenance intervals. When replacing thefilter, wipe the inside of the air cleaner housingand the cover with a damp cloth.

I Operating the engine with the aircleaner off can cause you or others tobe burned. The air cleaner not onlycleans the air, it stops flame if the

engine backfires. If it is not there, andthe engine backfires, you could beburned. Do not drive with it off, andbe careful working on the engine withthe air cleaner off.

I Never pour fuel into the throttle bodyor attempt to start the engine with theair cleaner removed. Doing so couldresult in serious injury.

CLEANING

If your windshield is not clear after using thewindshield washer or if a wiper blade chatterswhen running, wax or other material may be onthe blade or windshield.

Clean the outside of the windshield with awasher solution or a mild detergent. Yourwindshield is clean if beads do not form whenrinsing with clear water.

Clean the blade by wiping it with a clothsoaked in a washer solution or a mild deter-gent. Then rinse the blade with clear water. Ifyour windshield is still not clear after cleaningthe blades and using the wiper, replace theblades.

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REPLACEMENT

1. Pull the wiper arm.

2. Push the lock pin, then remove the wiperblade.

3. Insert the new wiper blade to the wiper armuntil a click sounds.

After wiper blade replacement, returnthe wiper arm to its original position.

Otherwise it may be damaged when theengine hood is opened.

Make sure the wiper blade contacts theglass, otherwise the arm may be dam-aged from wind pressure.

If you wax the surface of the hood, becareful not to let wax get into the washernozzle. This may cause clogging or im-proper windshield washer operation. If waxgets into the nozzle, remove it with a needleor small pin.

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CHECKING PARKING BRAKE

From the released position, pull the parkingbrake lever up slowly and firmly. If the numberof clicks is out of the range listed above, seeyour NISSAN dealer.

CHECKING BRAKE PEDAL

With the engine running, check the distancebetween the upper surface of the pedal andthe metal floor. If it is out of the range shownabove, see your NISSAN dealer.

Self-adjusting brakes

Your vehicle is equipped with self-adjustingbrakes.

The disc-type brakes self-adjust every time thebrake pedal is applied.

See your NISSAN dealer and have itchecked if the brake pedal height doesnot return to normal.

Brake pad wear indicators

The disc brake pads on your vehicle haveaudible wear indicators. When a brake padrequires replacement, it will make a highpitched scraping or screeching sound whenthe vehicle is in motion whether or not thebrake pedal is depressed. Have the brakeschecked as soon as possible if the wear indi-cator sound is heard.

Under some driving or climate conditions, oc-casional brake squeak, squeal or other noisemay be heard. Occasional brake noise duringlight to moderate stops is normal and does notaffect the function or performance of the brakesystem.

Proper brake inspection intervals shouldbe followed. For additional information, see“Periodic maintenance schedules” in the “9.Maintenance” section for maintenance inter-vals.

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BRAKE BOOSTER

Check the brake booster function as follows:

1. With the engine off, press and release thebrake pedal several times. When brakepedal movement (distance of travel) re-mains the same from one pedal applicationto the next, continue on to the next step.

2. While depressing the brake pedal, start theengine. The pedal height should drop alittle.

3. With the brake pedal depressed, stop theengine. Keeping the pedal depressed forabout 30 seconds, the pedal height shouldnot change.

4. Run the engine for one minute withoutdepressing the brake pedal, then turn it off.Depress the brake pedal several times. Thepedal travel distance will decrease gradu-ally with each depression as the vacuum isreleased from the booster.

If the brakes do not operate properly, see yourNISSAN dealer.

Press the pedal by hand and be sure the freetravel is within the limits shown above. If freetravel is too little or too much, see yourNISSAN dealer.

Never use a fuse of higher amperagerating than that specified on the fusebox cover. This could damage the elec-trical system or cause a fire.

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ENGINE COMPARTMENT

If any electrical equipment does not operate,check for an open fuse.

1. Be sure the ignition key and headlightswitch are OFF.

2. Open the engine hood.

3. Remove the fusible link cover.

4. Remove the fuse with the fuse puller.

5. If the fuse is open, replace it with a newfuse.

6. If a new fuse also opens, have the electrical

system checked and repaired by yourNISSAN dealer.

Fusible links

If any electrical equipment does not operateand fuses are in good condition, check thefusible links. If any of these fusible links aremelted, replace only with genuine NISSANparts.

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PASSENGER COMPARTMENT

If any electrical equipment does not operate,check for an open fuse.

1. Be sure the ignition key and the headlightswitch are OFF.

2. Pull to open the fuse box lid.

3. Remove the fuse with the fuse puller.

4. If the fuse is open, replace it with a newfuse.

5. If a new fuse also opens, have the electricalsystem checked and repaired by yourNISSAN dealer.

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HEADLIGHTS

The headlight is a semi-sealed beam typewhich uses a replaceable headlight (halogen)bulb. A bulb can be replaced from inside theengine compartment without removing theheadlight assembly.

High pressure halogen gas is sealedinside the halogen bulb. The bulb maybreak if the glass envelope is scratchedor the bulb is dropped.

Hold the plastic base when handling thebulb. Never touch the glass envelope.

Replacing the headlight bulb

1. Disconnect the battery negative cable.

2. Disconnect the electrical connector fromthe rear end of the bulb.

3. Turn the bulb retaining ring counterclock-wise until it is free from the headlight reflec-tor, then remove it.

4. Remove the headlight bulb. Do not shakeor rotate the bulb when removing it.

5. Insert the bulb into the headlight reflectorwith the flat side of the plastic base facingupward.

6. Install the bulb retaining ring and turn itclockwise until it stops.

7. Push the electrical connector into the bulbplastic base until it snaps and stops.

8. Connect the battery negative cable.

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I Do not touch the bulb.

I Use the same number and wattage asoriginally installed:Wattage 65/45Bulb no. 9004

I Aiming is not necessary after replac-ing the bulb. When aiming adjust-ment is necessary, contact yourNISSAN dealer.

I Do not leave the bulb out of the head-light reflector for a long period of timeas dust, moisture, and smoke mayenter the headlight body and affectthe performance of the headlight.

EXTERIOR AND INTERIOR LIGHTS

Item Wattage (W) Bulb No.

Clearance 27/8 1157

Front turn signal light 27 1156

Front side marker light 3.8 194

Front fog light (if so equipped) 55

Rear combination light

Turn signal 27 1156

Stop/Tail 27/8 1157

Back-up 18 921

Side marker light 3.8 194

License plate light 5

High-mounted stop light (if soequipped)

18 921

Interior light 10

Front personal light 10

Step light 2.7 161

Trunk light 3.4 158

Vanity mirror light (if so equipped) 1.4 —

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Replacement procedures

All other lights are either type A, B, C or D.When replacing a bulb, first remove the lensand/or cover.

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If you have a flat tire, see “Flat tire” in the“6. In case of emergency” section.

TIRE PRESSUREMaximum inflation pressureDo not exceed the maximum inflation pres-sures shown on the side wall of the tire.

Tire inflation pressurePeriodically check the tire pressure (includingspare). Incorrect tire pressure may adverselyaffect tire life and vehicle handling. Tire pres-sure should be checked when tires are COLD.Tires are considered COLD after the vehiclehas been parked for 3 or more hours, or drivenSDI0756

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less than 1 mile (1.6 km). COLD tire pressuresare shown on the tire placard affixed to thecenter console lid.

I Improperly inflated tires can fail sud-denly and cause an accident.

I The vehicle capacity weight is indi-cated on the tire placard. Do not loadyour vehicle beyond this capacity.Overloading your vehicle may resultin reduced tire life, unsafe operatingconditions due to premature tire fail-ure, or unfavorable handling charac-teristics and could also lead to aserious accident. Loading beyond thespecified capacity may also result infailure of other vehicle components.

I Before taking a long trip, or wheneveryou have loaded your vehicle heavily,use a tire pressure gauge to ensurethat the tire pressure is at the speci-fied level.

I Do not drive your vehicle over 85MPH (140 km/h) unless it is equippedwith high speed capability tires. Driv-

ing faster than 85 MPH (140 km/h)may result in tire failure, loss of con-trol and possible injury.

TYPES OF TIRES

When changing or replacing tires, besure all four tires are of the same type(i.e., summer, all season or snow) andconstruction. Your NISSAN dealer maybe able to help you with informationabout tire type, size, speed rating andavailability. Replacement tires may havea lower speed rating than the factoryequipped tires, and may not match thepotential maximum vehicle speed. Neverexceed the maximum speed rating of thetire.

All season tires

NISSAN specifies all season tires on somemodels to provide good performance for useall year around, including snowy and icy roadconditions. All season tires are identified byALL SEASON and/or M&S on the tire sidewall.

Snow tires have better snow traction than allseason tires and may be more appropriate insome areas.

Summer tires

NISSAN specifies summer tires on some mod-els to provide superior performance on dryroads. Summer tire performance in snow andice will be substantially reduced. Summer tiresdo not have the tire traction rating M&S on thetire sidewall.

If you operate your vehicle in snowy or icyconditions, NISSAN recommends the use ofsnow or all season tires on all four wheels.

Snow tires

If snow tires are needed, it is necessary toselect tires equivalent in size and load rating tothe original equipment tires. If you do not, itcan adversely affect the safety and handling ofyour vehicle.

Generally, snow tires will have lower speedratings than factory equipped tires and maynot match the potential maximum vehiclespeed. Never exceed the maximum speedrating of the tire.

If you operate your vehicle in snowy or icyconditions, NISSAN recommends the use ofsnow or all season tires on all four wheels.

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For additional traction on icy roads, studdedtires may be used. However, some provincesand states prohibit their use. Check local, stateand provincial laws before installing studdedtires. Skid and traction capabilities of studdedsnow tires, on wet or dry surfaces, may bepoorer than that of non-studded snow tires.

TIRE CHAINS

Use of tire chains may be prohibited accordingto location. Check the local laws before install-ing tire chains. When installing tire chains,make sure they are of proper size for the tireson your vehicle and are installed according tothe chain manufacturer’s suggestions. Useonly SAE class S chains. Other types maydamage your vehicle. Use chain tensionerswhen recommended by the tire chain manu-facturer to ensure a tight fit. Loose end links ofthe tire chain must be secured or removed toprevent the possibility of whipping action dam-age to the fenders or undercarriage. If pos-sible, avoid fully loading your vehicle whenusing tire chains. In addition, drive at a re-duced speed. Otherwise, your vehicle may bedamaged and/or vehicle handling and perfor-mance may be adversely affected.

Never install tire chains on a T-type spare tire.Do not use the chains on dry roads.

CHANGING TIRES AND WHEELS

Tire rotation

NISSAN recommends that tires be rotatedevery 7,500 miles (12,000 km).

Wheel nut tightening torque:72 to 87 ft-lb (98 to 118 N ⋅m)

See “Flat tire” in the “6. In case of emergency”section for tire replacing procedures.

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I After rotating the tires, adjust the tirepressure.

I Retighten the wheel nuts after thealuminum wheels have been run forthe first 600 miles (1,000 km) (also incases of a flat tire, etc.).

I Do not include the T-type spare tire orany other small size spare tire in thetire rotation.

Tire wear and damage

Tires should be periodically inspectedfor wear, cracking, bulging, or objectscaught in the tread. If excessive wear,cracks, bulging, or deep cuts are found,the tire should be replaced.

The original tires have a built-in treadwear indicator. When the wear indicatoris visible, the tire should be replaced.

Improper service for a T-type spare tire

may result in serious personal injury. Ifit is necessary to repair the T-type sparetire, contact your NISSAN dealer.

Replacing tires and wheels

When replacing a tire, use the same size,speed rating and load carrying capacity asoriginally equipped. See “Specifications” in the“10. Technical and consumer information” sec-tion for recommended types and sizes of tiresand wheels.

I The use of tires other than thoserecommended or the mixed use oftires of different brands, construction(bias, bias-belted or radial), or treadpatterns can adversely affect the ride,braking, handling, ground clearance,body-to-tire clearance, tire chainclearance, speedometer calibration,headlight aim and bumper height.Some of these effects may lead toaccidents and could result in seriouspersonal injury.

I If the wheels are changed for anyreason, always replace with wheels

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which have the same offset dimen-sion. Wheels of a different offsetcould cause early tire wear, possiblydegraded vehicle handling character-istics and/or interference with thebrake discs. Such interference canlead to decreased braking efficiencyand/or early brake pad wear.

I Do not install a deformed wheel ortire even if it has been repaired. Suchwheels or tires could have structuraldamage and could fail without warn-ing.

I The use of retread tire is notrecommended.

Wheel balance

Unbalanced wheels may affect vehicle han-dling and tire life. Even with regular use,wheels can get out of balance. Therefore, theyshould be balanced as required.

Wheel balance service should be performedwith the wheels off the vehicle. Spin balancingthe front wheels on the vehicle could lead totransmission damage.

Care of wheels

I Wash the wheels when washing the vehicleto maintain their appearance.

I Clean the inner side of the wheels when thewheel is changed or the underside of thevehicle is washed.

I Do not use abrasive cleaners when wash-ing the wheels.

I Inspect wheel rims regularly for dents orcorrosion. Such damage may cause loss ofpressure or poor seal at the tire bead.

I NISSAN recommends that the road wheelsbe waxed to protect against road salt inareas where it is used during winter.

Spare tire (T-type spare tire)

Observe the following precautions if the T-typespare tire must be used, otherwise your ve-hicle could be damaged or involved in anaccident.

I The T-type spare tire should be usedonly for emergency. It should be re-placed by the standard tire at the firstopportunity.

I Drive carefully while the T-type sparetire is installed.

Avoid sharp turns and abrupt brakingwhile driving.

I Periodically check tire inflation pres-sure, and always keep it at 60 psi (420kPa, 4.2 bar).

I Do not drive your vehicle at speedsfaster than 50 MPH (80 km/h).

I Do not use tire chains on a T-typespare tire. Tire chains will not fit prop-erly on the T-type spare tire and maycause damage to the vehicle.

I When driving on roads covered withsnow or ice, the T-type spare tireshould be used on the rear wheel andthe original tire used on the frontwheels (drive wheels). Use tire chainsonly on the front two original tires.

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I Tire tread of the T-type spare tire willwear at a faster rate than the originaltire. Replace the T-type spare tire assoon as the tread wear indicatorsappear.

I Because the T-type spare tire issmaller than the original tire, groundclearance is reduced. To avoid dam-age to the vehicle do not drive overobstacles. Also do not drive the ve-hicle through an automatic car washsince it may get caught.

I Do not use the T-type spare tire onother vehicles.

I Do not use more than one T-typespare tire at the same time.

I Do not tow a trailer while the T-typespare tire is installed.

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Your new NISSAN has been designed to haveminimum maintenance requirements withlonger service intervals to save you both timeand money. However, some day-to-day andregular maintenance is essential to maintainyour NISSAN’s good mechanical condition, aswell as its emission and engine performance.

It is the owner’s responsibility to make surethat the specified maintenance, as well asgeneral maintenance, is performed.

As the vehicle owner, you are the only onewho can ensure that your vehicle receives theproper maintenance care. You are a vital linkin the maintenance chain.

General maintenance:

General maintenance includes those itemswhich should be checked during normal day-to-day operation of the vehicle. They are es-sential if your vehicle is to continue to operateproperly. It is your responsibility to performthese procedures regularly as prescribed.

These checks or inspections can be done byyourself, a qualified technician or, if you prefer,your NISSAN dealer.

Periodic maintenance:

The maintenance items listed in this part arerequired to be serviced at regular intervals.

However, under severe driving conditions, ad-ditional or more frequent maintenance will berequired.

Where to go for service:

If maintenance service is required or yourvehicle appears to malfunction, have the sys-tems checked and tuned by an authorizedNISSAN dealer.

NISSAN technicians are well-trained special-ists and are kept up to date with the latestservice information through technical bulletins,service tips, and in-dealership training pro-grams. They are completely qualified to workon NISSAN’s vehicles before they work onyour vehicle, rather than after they haveworked on it.

You can be confident that your NISSAN deal-er’s service department performs the best jobto meet the maintenance requirements on yourvehicle — in a reliable and economic way.

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During the normal day-to-day operation of thevehicle, general maintenance should be per-formed regularly as prescribed in this section.If you detect any unusual sounds, vibrations orsmell, be sure to check for the cause or haveyour NISSAN dealer do it promptly. In addition,you should notify your NISSAN dealer if youthink that repairs are required.

When performing any checks or maintenancework, see “Maintenance precautions” in the “8.Do-it-yourself” section.

EXPLANATION OF MAINTENANCEITEMS

Additional information on the followingitems with “*” is found in the “8. Do-it-yourself” section.

Outside the vehicle

The maintenance items listed here should beperformed from time to time, unless otherwisespecified.

Tires*: Check the pressure with a gauge pe-riodically when at a service station, includingthe spare, and adjust to the specified pressureif necessary. Check carefully for damage, cutsor excessive wear.

Wheel nuts*: When checking the tires, make

sure no nuts are missing, and check for anyloose nuts. Tighten if necessary.

Tire rotation*: Tires should be rotated every7,500 miles (12,000 km).

Wheel alignment and balance: If the vehiclepulls to either side while driving on a straightand level road, or if you detect uneven orabnormal tire wear, there may be a need forwheel alignment.

If the steering wheel or seat vibrates at normalhighway speeds, wheel balancing may beneeded.

Windshield wiper blades*: Check for cracksor wear if they do not wipe properly.

Doors and engine hood: Check that all doorsand the engine hood operate smoothly as wellas the trunk lid or back hatch. Also make surethat all latches lock securely. Lubricate if nec-essary. Make sure that the secondary latchkeeps the hood from opening when the pri-mary latch is released.

When driving in areas using road salt or othercorrosive materials, check lubrication fre-quently.

Inside the vehicle

The maintenance items listed here should bechecked on a regular basis, such as whenperforming periodic maintenance, cleaning thevehicle, etc.

Lights*: Make sure that the headlights, stoplights, tail lights, turn signal lights, and otherlights are all operating properly and installedsecurely. Also check headlight aim.

Warning lights and buzzers: Make sure thatall warning lights and buzzers are operatingproperly.

Windshield wiper and washer*: Check thatthe wipers and washer operate properly andthat the wipers do not streak.

Windshield defroster: Check that the aircomes out of the defroster outlets properly andin good quantity when operating the heater orair conditioner.

Steering wheel: Check for changes in thesteering conditions, such as excessive freeplay, hard steering or strange noises.

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Seats: Check seat position controls such asseat adjusters, seatback recliner, etc. to en-sure they operate smoothly and that all latcheslock securely in every position. Check that thehead restraints move up and down smoothlyand that the locks (if equipped) hold securelyin all latched positions.

Seat belts: Check that all parts of the seat beltsystem (for example, buckles, anchors, adjust-ers and retractors) operate properly andsmoothly, and are installed securely. Checkthe belt webbing for cuts, fraying, wear ordamage.

Accelerator pedal: Check the pedal forsmooth operation and make sure the pedaldoes not catch or require uneven effort. Keepthe floor mats away from the pedal.

Clutch pedal*: Make sure the pedal operatessmoothly and check that it has the proper freeplay.

Brakes: Check that the brakes do not pull thevehicle to one side when applied.

Brake pedal and booster*: Check the pedalfor smooth operation and make sure it has theproper distance under it when depressed fully.Check the brake booster function. Be sure to

keep floor mats away from the pedal.

Parking brake*: Check that the lever has theproper travel and make sure that the vehicle isheld securely on a fairly steep hill when onlythe parking brake is applied.

Automatic transaxle P (Park) positionmechanism: Check that the brake pedal mustbe depressed for the selector lever to bemoved from the P (Park) position. On a fairlysteep hill check that the vehicle is held se-curely with the selector lever in the P (Park)position without applying any brakes.

Under the hood and the vehicle

The maintenance items listed here should bechecked periodically (for example, each timeyou check the engine oil or refuel).

Windshield washer fluid*: Check that thereis adequate fluid in the tank.

Engine coolant level*: Check the coolantlevel when the engine is cold.

Radiator and hoses: Check the front of theradiator and clean off any dirt, insects, leaves,etc., that may have accumulated. Make surethe hoses have no cracks, deformation, dete-rioration or loose connections.

Brake and clutch fluid levels*: Make surethat the brake and clutch fluid levels are be-tween the MAX and MIN lines on the reservoir.

Battery*: Check the fluid level in each cell. Itshould be between the MAX and MIN lines.

Engine drive belts*: Make sure that no belt isfrayed, worn, cracked or oily.

Engine oil level*: Check the level on thedipstick after parking the vehicle on a levelspot and turning off the engine. Be sure to waita few minutes to allow the oil to drain back intothe sump.

Power steering fluid level* and lines: Checkthe level in the reservoir tank with the engineoff. Check the lines for proper attachment,leaks, cracks, etc.

Automatic transaxle fluid level*: Check thelevel on the dipstick after putting the selectorlever in P (Park) position with the engine idling.

Exhaust system: Make sure there are noloose supports, cracks or holes. If the sound ofthe exhaust seems unusual or there is a smellof exhaust fumes, immediately locate thetrouble and correct it.

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(See “Precautions when starting and driving”in the “5. Starting and driving” section forexhaust gas (carbon monoxide).)

Underbody: The underbody is frequently ex-posed to corrosive substances such as thoseused on icy roads or to control dust. It is veryimportant to remove these substances, other-wise rust will form on the floor pan, frame, fuellines and around the exhaust system. At theend of winter, the underbody should be thor-oughly flushed with plain water, being carefulto clean those areas where mud and dirt mayaccumulate. For additional information, see“Cleaning exterior” in the “7. Appearance andcare” section.

Fluid leaks: Check under the vehicle for fuel,oil, water or other fluid leaks after the vehiclehas been parked for a while. Water drippingfrom the air conditioner after use is normal. Ifyou should notice any leaks or if gasolinefumes are evident, check for the cause andhave it corrected immediately.

To ensure smooth, trouble-free, safe and eco-nomical driving, NISSAN provides two differ-ent maintenance schedules that may be used,depending upon the conditions in which youusually drive. These schedules contain bothdistance and time intervals, up to 60,000 miles(96,000 km)/48 months. For most people, theodometer reading will indicate when service isneeded. However, if you drive very little, yourvehicle should be serviced at the regular timeintervals shown in the schedule. After 60,000miles (96,000 km) or 48 months, continuethe periodic maintenance at the samemileage/time intervals.

SCHEDULE 1

Follow Periodic Maintenance Schedule 1 ifyour driving habits frequently include one ormore of the following driving conditions:

I repeated short trips of less than 5 miles(8 km).

I repeated short trips of less than 10 miles(16 km) with outside temperatures re-maining below freezing.

I operating in hot weather in stop-and-gorush hour traffic.

I extensive idling and/or low speed driv-ing for long distances, such as police,

taxi or door-to-door delivery use.

I driving in dusty conditions.

I driving on rough, muddy, or salt spreadroads.

I towing a trailer, using a camper or acar-top carrier.

SCHEDULE 2

Follow Periodic Maintenance Schedule 2 ifnone of the driving conditions shown in Sched-ule 1 apply to your driving habits.

PERIODIC MAINTENANCESCHEDULES

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SCHEDULE 1Abbreviations: R = Replace I = Inspect. Correct or replace if necessary. [ ]: At the mileage intervals only

MAINTENANCE OPERATION MAINTENANCE INTERVAL

Perform at number of miles,kilometers or months, which-ever comes first.

Miles x 1,000 3.75 7.5 11.25 15 18.75 22.5 26.25 30 33.75 37.5 41.25 45 48.75 52.5 56.25 60(km x 1,000) (6) (12) (18) (24) (30) (36) (42) (48) (54) (60) (66) (72) (78) (84) (90) (96)Months 3 6 9 12 15 18 21 24 27 30 33 36 39 42 45 48

Emission control system maintenanceDrive belts See NOTE (1) I*Air cleaner filter See NOTE (2) [R] [R]EVAP vapor lines I* I*Fuel lines I* I*Fuel filter See NOTE (3)*Engine coolant See NOTE (4) R*Engine oil R R R R R R R R R R R R R R R REngine oil filter (Use part No. 15208-31U00 or equivalent) R R R R R R R R R R R R R R R RSpark plugs (Use PLATINUM-TIPPED type) [R]Intake & exhaust valve clearance See NOTE (5)

NOTE: (1) After 60,000 miles (96,000 km) or 48 months, inspect every 15,000 miles (24,000 km) or 12 months.(2) If operating mainly in dusty conditions, more frequent maintenance may be required.(3) If vehicle is operated under extremely adverse weather conditions or in areas where ambient temperatures are either

extremely low or extremely high, the filters might become clogged. In such an event, replace them immediately.(4) After 60,000 miles (96,000 km) or 48 months, replace every 30,000 miles (48,000 km) or 24 months.(5) If valve noise increases, inspect valve clearance.(6) Maintenance items and intervals with “*” are recommended by NISSAN for reliable vehicle operation. The owner need not

perform such maintenance in order to maintain the emission warranty or manufacturer recall liability. Other maintenanceitems and intervals are required.

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Abbreviations: I = Inspect. Correct or replace if necessary.


Perform at number of miles, kilometers ormonths, whichever comes first.

Miles x 1,000 3.75 7.5 11.25 15 18.75 22.5 26.25 30 33.75 37.5 41.25 45 48.75 52.5 56.25 60

(km x 1,000) (6) (12) (18) (24) (30) (36) (42) (48) (54) (60) (66) (72) (78) (84) (90) (96)

Months 3 6 9 12 15 18 21 24 27 30 33 36 39 42 45 48

Chassis and body maintenanceBrake lines & cables I I I I

Brake pads & discs I I I I I I I I

Manual & automatic transaxle oil See NOTE (1). I I I I

Steering gear & linkage, axle & suspension parts I I I I I I I I

Exhaust system I I I I I I I I

Front drive shaft boots I I I I I I I I

Supplemental air bag system See NOTE (2).

NOTE: (1) If towing a trailer, using a camper or a car-top carrier, or driving on rough or muddy roads, change (not just inspect) oil atevery 30,000 miles (48,000 km) or 24 months.

(2) Inspect the supplemental air bag system 10 years after the date of manufacture noted on the F.M.V.S.S. certification label.

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SCHEDULE 2Abbreviations: R = Replace I = Inspect. Correct or replace if necessary. [ ]: At the mileage intervals only


Perform at number of miles, kilometersor months, whichever comes first.

Miles x 1,000 7.5 15 22.5 30 37.5 45 52.5 60

(km x 1,000) (12) (24) (36) (48) (60) (72) (84) (96)

Months 6 12 18 24 30 36 42 48

Emission control system maintenanceDrive belts See NOTE (1) I*

Air cleaner filter [R] [R]

EVAP vapor lines I* I*

Fuel lines I* I*

Fuel filter See NOTE (2)*

Engine coolant See NOTE (3) R*

Engine oil R R R R R R R R

Engine oil filter (Use part No. 15208-31U00 or equivalent) R R R R R R R R

Spark plugs (Use PLATINUM-TIPPED type) [R]

Intake & exhaust valve clearance See NOTE (4)

NOTE: (1) After 60,000 miles (96,000 km) or 48 months, inspect every 15,000 miles (24,000 km) or 12 months.(2) If vehicle is operated under extremely adverse weather conditions or in areas where ambient temperatures are either

extremely low or extremely high, the filters might become clogged. In such an event, replace them immediately.(3) After 60,000 miles (96,000 km) or 48 months, replace every 30,000 miles (48,000 km) or 24 months.(4) If valve noise increases, inspect valve clearance.(5) Maintenance items and intervals with “*” are recommended by NISSAN for reliable vehicle operation. The owner need not

perform such maintenance in order to maintain the emission warranty or manufacturer recall liability. Other maintenanceitems and intervals are required.

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Abbreviations: I = Inspect. Correct or replace if necessary.


Perform at number of miles, kilometers ormonths, whichever comes first.

Miles x 1,000 7.5 15 22.5 30 37.5 45 52.5 60

(km x 1,000) (12) (24) (36) (48) (60) (72) (84) (96)

Months 6 12 18 24 30 36 42 48

Chassis and body maintenance

Brake lines & cables I I I I

Brake pads & discs I I I I

Manual & automatic transaxle oil I I I I

Steering gear linkage, axle & suspension parts I I

Exhaust system I I

Front drive shaft boots I I I I

Supplemental air bag system See NOTE (1).

NOTE: (1) Inspect the supplemental air bag system 10 years after the date of manufacture noted on the F.M.V.S.S. certification label.

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EXPLANATION OF MAINTENANCEITEMS

Additional information on the followingitems with “*” is found in the “8. Do-it-yourself” section.

Emission control systemmaintenance

Drive belts*: Check drive belts for wear, fray-ing or cracking and also for proper tension.Replace the drive belts if found damaged.

Air cleaner filter: Under normal driving con-ditions, the air cleaner filter should be replacedin accordance with the maintenance schedule.However, driving the vehicle in dusty areasmay cause more rapid clogging of the element.Consequently, the element may have to bereplaced more frequently.

EVAP vapor lines: Check EVAP vapor linesand connections for failure or looseness. Ifleaks are found, replace them.

Fuel lines: Check the fuel hoses, piping andconnections for leaks, looseness or deteriora-tion. Replace any parts if they are damaged.

Fuel filter: If the vehicle is operated underextremely adverse weather conditions or inareas where ambient temperatures are eitherextremely low or extremely high, the filtermight become clogged. In such an event,replace the filter immediately.

Engine coolant*: Drain and flush the coolingsystem.

Engine oil & oil filter*: Under normal drivingconditions, the engine oil and oil filter shouldbe replaced in accordance with the mainte-nance schedule. However, under severe driv-ing conditions, they may have to be replacedmore frequently.

Spark plugs*: Replace with new plugs havingthe correct heat range.

Intake & exhaust valve clearance: Check thevalve clearance if valve noise increases.

Chassis and body maintenance

Brake lines & cables: Check the brake linesand hoses (including brake booster vacuumhoses, connections & check valve) and park-ing brake cables for proper attachment, leaks,cracks, chafing, abrasion, deterioration, etc.

Brake pads & discs: Check these and theother neighboring brake components for wear,deterioration and leaks. Under severe drivingconditions, they may have to be inspectedmore frequently.

Manual & automatic transaxle fluid*: Checkthe fluid level and visually inspect for signs ofleakage.

Under severe driving conditions, the oil shouldbe replaced at the specified interval.

Steering gear & linkage, axle & suspensionparts, and drive shaft boots: Check for dam-age, looseness and leakage of oil or grease.Under severe driving conditions, more fre-quent inspection should be performed.

Exhaust system: Visually check the exhaustpipes, muffler, and hangers for proper attach-ment, leaks, cracks, chafing, abrasion, dete-rioration, etc. Under severe driving conditions,inspection should be performed more fre-quently.

Supplemental air bag, and supplementalside air bag (if so equipped) systems: Main-tenance for the supplemental air bags orsupplemental side air bags should be done byan authorized NISSAN dealer.

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10 Technical and consumer information

Capacities and recommendedfuel/lubricants .......................................................... 10-2Specifications .......................................................... 10-7When traveling or registering yourvehicle in another country ....................................... 10-9Vehicle identification ............................................... 10-9Installing front license plate................................... 10-11Vehicle loading information................................... 10-12Towing a trailer ..................................................... 10-13Uniform tire quality grading................................... 10-17Emission control system warranty ........................ 10-18Reporting safety defects (US only) ....................... 10-18Readiness for inspection/maintenance(I/M) test (US only)................................................ 10-18

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The following are approximate capacities. The actual refill capacities may be a littledifferent. When refilling, follow the procedure instructed in the “8. Do-it-yourself” sectionto determine the proper refill capacity.

Capacity (Approximate)RecommendedspecificationsUS

measureImp

measureLiter

Fuel 18-1/2 gal 15-3/8 gal 70Unleaded gasoline with an octane ratingof at least 91 AKI (RON 96)

Engine oil (Refill)

With oil filter 4-1/4 qt 3-1/2 qt 4.0 I API SG or SH and Energy ConservingII*1, *2

I API Certification Mark*1, *2Without oil filter 3-7/8 qt 3-1/4 qt 3.7

Cooling system

With reservoir 9 qt 7-1/2 qt 8.5 Anti-freeze coolant(Ethylene glycol base)Reservoir 7/8 qt 3/4 qt 0.8

Manual transmission gear oil — — — API GL-4, Viscosity SAE 80W-90 only

Automatic transmission fluidRefill to the proper oil level accordingto the instructions in the “8. Do-it-yourself” section.

Nissan Matic “D” (Continental U.S. andAlaska) or Genuine Nissan AutomaticTransmission Fluid (Canada).*3

Power steering fluid Type DEXRONTMIII or equivalent

Brake and clutch fluidGenuine Nissan Brake Fluid*4 or equiva-lent DOT 3 (US FMVSS No. 116)

Multi-purpose grease — — — NLGI No. 2 (Lithium soap base)

Air conditioning system refrigerant — — — HFC-134a (R-134a)

Air conditioning system lubricants — — —Nissan A/C System OilType S or exact equivalent

*1: For additional information, see later in “Capacities and recommended fuel/lubricants” for engine oil and oil filter recommendation.*2: For additional information, see later in “Capacities and recommended fuel/lubricants” for recommended SAE viscosity number.*3: DexronTMIII/MerconTM or equivalent may also be used. Outside the continental United States and Alaska contact a NISSAN dealer for

more information regarding suitable fluids, including recommended brand(s) of DexronTMIII/MerconTM automatic transmission fluid.*4: Available in mainland US through your NISSAN.

FUEL RECOMMENDATION

Unleaded premium gasoline with an octanerating of at least 91 AKI (Anti-Knock Index)number (Research octane number 96)

If unleaded premium gasoline is not avail-able, unleaded regular gasoline with anoctane rating of at least 87 AKI (Researchoctane number 91) can be used.

However, for maximum vehicle perfor-mance, the use of unleaded premium gaso-line is recommended.

Using a fuel other than that specifiedcould adversely affect the emission con-trol devices and systems, and couldalso affect the warranty coverage.

Under no circumstances should aleaded gasoline be used, since this willdamage the three-way catalyst.

Reformulated gasoline

Some fuel suppliers are now producing refor-mulated gasolines. These gasolines are spe-cially designed to reduce vehicle emissions.

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NISSAN supports efforts towards cleaner airand suggests that you use reformulated gaso-line when available.

Gasoline containing oxygenates

Some fuel suppliers sell gasoline containingoxygenates such as ethanol, MTBE andmethanol with or without advertising their pres-ence. NISSAN does not recommend the use offuels of which the oxygenate content and thefuel compatibility for your NISSAN cannot bereadily determined. If in doubt, ask your ser-vice station manager.

If you use oxygenate-blend gasoline, pleasetake the following precautions as the usage ofsuch fuels may cause vehicle performanceproblems and/or fuel system damage.

I The fuel should be unleaded and havean octane rating no lower than that rec-ommended for unleaded gasoline.

I If an oxygenate-blend, excepting amethanol blend, is used, it should con-tain no more than 10% oxygenate.(MTBE may, however, be added up to15%.)

I If a methanol blend is used, it shouldcontain no more than 5% methanol (me-thyl alcohol, wood alcohol). It should

also contain a suitable amount of appro-priate cosolvents and corrosion inhibi-tors. If not properly formulated with ap-propriate cosolvents and corrosioninhibitors, such methanol blends maycause fuel system damage and/or ve-hicle performance problems. At thistime, sufficient data is not available toensure that all methanol blends are suit-able for use in NISSAN vehicles.

If any undesirable driveability problems suchas engine stalling and hard hot starting areexperienced after using oxygenate-blend fu-els, immediately change to a non-oxygenatefuel or a fuel with a low blend of MTBE.

Take care not to spill gasoline during refu-eling. Gasoline containing oxygenates cancause paint damage.

Aftermarket fuel additives

NISSAN does not recommend the use of anyfuel additives (i.e. fuel injector cleaner, octanebooster, intake valve deposit removers, etc.)which are sold commercially. Many of theseadditives intended for gum, varnish or depositremoval may contain active solvent or similaringredients that can be harmful to the fuelsystem and engine.

Octane rating tips

In most parts of North America, you should useunleaded gasoline with an octane rating of atleast 87 or 91 AKI (Anti-Knock Index) number.However, you may use unleaded gasoline withan octane rating as low as 85 AKI number inthese high altitude areas [over 4,000 ft (1,219m)] such as: Colorado, Montana, New Mexico,Utah, Wyoming, northeastern Nevada, south-ern Idaho, western South Dakota, westernNebraska, and that part of Texas which isdirectly south of New Mexico.

Using unleaded gasoline with an octanerating lower than stated above can causepersistent, heavy spark knock. (Sparkknock is a metallic rapping noise.) If se-vere, this can lead to engine damage. If youdetect a persistent heavy spark knock evenwhen using gasoline of the stated octanerating, or if you hear steady spark knockwhile holding a steady speed on levelroads, have your dealer correct the condi-tion. Failure to correct the condition ismisuse of the vehicle, for which NISSAN isnot responsible.

Incorrect ignition timing will result in knocking,after-run or overheating. This in turn maycause excessive fuel consumption or damage

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to the engine. If any of the above symptomsare encountered, have your vehicle checked ata NISSAN dealer or other competent servicefacility.

However, now and then you may noticelight spark knock for a short time whileaccelerating or driving up hills. This is nocause for concern, because you get thegreatest fuel benefit when there is lightspark knock for a short time under heavyengine load.

ENGINE OIL AND OIL FILTERRECOMMENDATION

Selecting the correct oil

It is essential to choose the correct quality, andviscosity oil to ensure satisfactory engine lifeand performance. NISSAN recommends theuse of a low friction oil (energy conserving oil)in order to improve fuel economy and con-serve energy. Oils which do not have thespecified quality label should not be used asthey could cause engine damage.

Only those engine oils with the American Pe-troleum Institute (API) certification mark on the

front of the container should be used. This typeof oil supersedes the existing API SG or SHand Energy Conserving II categories.

If you cannot find engine oil with the certifica-tion mark, an API SG or SH and EnergyConserving II oil with API service symbol maybe used. An oil with a single designation SG orSH, or in combination with other categories(for example, SG/CC or SG/CD) may also beused if one with the API certification markcannot be found.

Mineral based or synthetic type oils may beused in your NISSAN vehicle. These oils musthowever, meet the API quality and SAE vis-

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cosity ratings specified for your vehicle. Do notmix mineral based and synthetic type oils inthe engine at the same time.

Oil additives

NISSAN does not recommend the use of oiladditives. The use of an oil additive is notnecessary when the proper oil type is usedand maintenance intervals are followed.

Oil which may contain foreign matter or hasbeen previously used should not be used.

Oil viscosity

The engine oil viscosity or thickness changeswith temperature. Because of this, it is impor-tant that the engine oil viscosity be selectedbased on the temperatures at which the ve-hicle will be operated before the next oilchange. The recommended SAE viscositynumber chart shows the recommended oilviscosities for the expected ambient tempera-tures. Choosing an oil viscosity other than thatrecommended could cause serious enginedamage.

Selecting the correct oil filter

Your new vehicle is equipped with a high-quality genuine NISSAN oil filter. When replac-ing, use the genuine oil filter or its equivalentfor the reason described in change intervals.

Change intervals

The oil and oil filter change intervals for yourengine are based on the use of the specifiedquality oils and filters. Oil and filter other thanthe specified quality, or oil and filter changeintervals longer than recommended could re-duce engine life. Damage to engines causedby improper maintenance or use of incorrectoil and filter quality and/or viscosity is notcovered by the new NISSAN vehicle warran-ties.

Your engine was filled with a high qualityengine oil when it was built. You do not have tochange the oil before the first recommendedchange interval. Oil and filter change intervalsdepend upon how you use your vehicle. Op-eration under the following conditions mayrequire more frequent oil and filter changes.

I repeated short distance driving at cold out-side temperatures,

I driving in dusty conditions,

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RECOMMENDED SAE VISCOSITYNUMBER

SAE 5W-30 viscosity oil is preferred for allambient temperatures. SAE 10W-30 viscos-ity oil may be used if the ambient tempera-ture is above 0°F (−18°C).

AIR CONDITIONING SYSTEMREFRIGERANT AND LUBRICANTRECOMMENDATIONS

The air conditioning system in this NISSANvehicle must be charged with the refriger-ant HFC-134a (R-134a) and the lubricant,Nissan A/C System Oil Type S or the exactequivalents.

Use of any other refrigerant or lubricantwill cause severe damage and you willneed to replace your vehicle’s entire airconditioning system.

The refrigerant HFC-134a (R-134a) in yourNISSAN vehicle will not harm the earth’sozone layer. Although this refrigerant does notaffect the earth’s atmosphere, certain govern-mental regulations require the recovery andrecycling of any refrigerant during automotiveair conditioning system service. Your NISSANdealer has the trained technicians and equip-ment needed to recover and recycle your airconditioning system refrigerant.

Contact your NISSAN dealer when servicing

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ENGINE

Model VQ30DE

Type Gasoline, 4-cycle

Cylinder arrangement 6-cylinder, V-slanted at 60°

Bore x Stroke in (mm) 3.66 x 2.886 (93.0 x 73.3)

Displacement cu in (cm3) 182.33 (2,988)

Firing order 1-2-3-4-5-6*

Idle speed rpmSee the emission control label onthe underside of the hood.

Ignition timing (B.T.D.C.) degree/rpm

CO percentage at idle speed [No air] %

Spark plugStandard PFR5G-11

Service option PFR4G-11, PFR6G-11

Spark plug gap in (mm) —

Camshaft operation Timing chain

Alternator belt size

Width x Length in (mm) 0.8409 x 43.11 (21.36 x 1,095)

The spark ignition system of this vehiclemeets all requirements of the CanadianInterference-Causing Equipment Regula-tions.

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TIRES AND WHEELS

Road wheel

Steel 15 x 6JJ

Offset in (mm) 1.57 (40)

Aluminum15 x 6.5JJ16 x 6.5JJ

Offset in (mm) 1.77 (45)

Tire size

ConventionalP205/65R15 92SP205/65R15 92HP215/55R16 91H

SpareConventional*1T125/70D16*2T125/90D16*2, *3

*1: For CANADA*2: For US*3: For models with Viscous LSD

DIMENSIONS AND WEIGHTS

Sedan

Overall length in (mm) 189.4 (4,810)

Overall width in (mm) 69.7 (1,770)

Overall height in (mm) 55.7 (1,415)

Front tread in (mm)60.2 (1,530)*159.8 (1,520)*2

Rear tread in (mm)59.4 (1,510)*159.1 (1,500)*2

Wheelbase in (mm) 106.3 (2,700)

Gross vehicle weight rating lb (kg)

See the F.M.V.S.S. certifica-tion label on the driver’s sidelock pillar.

Gross axle weight rating

Front lb (kg)

Rear lb (kg)

*1: For models with steel wheels*2: For models with aluminum wheels


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When planning to travel in another country,you should first find out if the fuel available issuitable for your vehicle’s engine.

Using fuel with too low an octane rating maycause engine damage. All gasoline vehiclesmust be operated with unleaded engine gaso-line. Therefore, avoid taking your vehicle toareas where appropriate fuel is not available.

When transferring the registration of yourvehicle to another country, state, provinceor district, it may be necessary to modify thevehicle to meet local laws and regulations.

The laws and regulations for motor vehicleemission control and safety standards varyaccording to the country, state, province ordistrict; therefore, vehicle specifications maydiffer.

When any vehicle is to be taken into an-other country, state, province or districtand registered, its modifications, transpor-tation, and registration are the responsibil-ity of the user. NISSAN is not responsiblefor any inconvenience that may result.

VEHICLE IDENTIFICATIONNUMBER (VIN) PLATE

The vehicle identification number plate is at-tached as shown. This number is the identifi-cation for your vehicle and is used in thevehicle registration.

VEHICLE IDENTIFICATIONNUMBER (Chassis number)

The number is stamped as shown.

STI0038 STI0040

WHEN TRAVELING ORREGISTERING YOUR VEHICLE INANOTHER COUNTRY

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ENGINE SERIAL NUMBER

The number is stamped on the engine asshown.

F.M.V.S.S. CERTIFICATION LABEL

The Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standards(F.M.V.S.S.) certification label is affixed asshown. This label contains valuable vehicleinformation, such as: Gross Vehicle WeightRatings (GVWR), Gross Axle Weight Rating(GAWR), month and year of manufacture,Vehicle Identification Number, (VIN), etc. Re-view it carefully.

EMISSION CONTROLINFORMATION LABEL

The emission control information label is at-tached as shown.

STI0047 STI0041 STI0042


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TIRE PLACARD

The cold tire pressure is shown on the tireplacard affixed to the center console lid.

AIR CONDITIONERSPECIFICATION LABEL

The air conditioner specification label is affixedinside of the hood as shown.

Use the following steps to mount the licenseplate:

1. Mount the license plate bracket with 0.24 in(6 mm) diameter by 0.55 in (14 mm) longtapping screws.

STI0043 STI0044

STI0104

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2. Mount the license plate with the 0.24 in (6mm) bolts. The bolts used to fasten thelicense plate to the bracket are not includedin the bracket assembly. I It is extremely dangerous to ride in a

cargo area inside of a vehicle. In acollision, people riding in these areasare more likely to be seriously injuredor killed

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

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

TERMS

It is important to familiarize yourself with thefollowing terms before loading your vehicle:

I Curb Weight (actual weight of your vehicle)- vehicle weight including: standard andoptional equipment, fluids, emergencytools, and spare tire assembly. This weightdoes not include passengers and cargo.

I GVW (Gross Vehicle Weight) - curb weightplus the combined weight of passengersand cargo.

I GVWR (Gross Vehicle Weight Rating) -

maximum total weight (load) limit specifiedfor the vehicle.

I GAWR (Gross Axle Weight Rating) - maxi-mum weight (load) limit specified for thefront or rear axle.

DETERMINING VEHICLE LOADCAPACITY

The load capacity of this vehicle is determinedby weight, not by available cargo space. Forexample, a luggage rack, bike carrier, cartopcarrier or similar equipment does not increaseload carrying capacity of your vehicle.

To determine vehicle load capacity:

Vehicle weight can be determined by using acommercial-grade scale, found at places suchas a truck stop, gravel quarry, grain elevator,or a scrap metal recycling facility.

1. Determine the curb weight of your vehicle.

2. Compare the curb weight amount to theGVWR specified for your vehicle to deter-mine how much more weight your vehiclecan carry.

3. After loading (cargo and passengers), re-weigh your vehicle to determine if eitherGVWR or GAWR for your vehicle is ex-ceeded. If GVWR is exceeded, remove

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cargo as necessary. If either the front orrear GAWR is exceeded, shift the load orremove cargo as necessary.

LOADING TIPS

I The GVW must not exceed GVWR orGAWR as specified on the F.M.V.S.S. cer-tification label.

I Do not load the front and rear axle to theGAWR. Doing so will exceed the GVWR.

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

I Do not load your vehicle any heavierthan the GVWR or the maximum frontand rear GAWRs. If you do, parts onyour vehicle can break, or it canchange the way your vehicle handles.This could result in loss of controland cause personal injury.

I Overloading can shorten the life of

your vehicle. Failures caused byoverloading are not covered by yourwarranty.

Your new vehicle was designed to be usedprimarily to carry passengers and cargo. Re-member that towing a trailer will place addi-tional loads on your vehicle’s engine, drivetrain, steering, braking and other systems.

Information on trailer towing ability and thespecial equipment required should be ob-tained from your Nissan dealer. He can obtaina Nissan Trailer Towing Guide for you.

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MAXIMUM LOAD LIMITS

Maximum trailer loads

Never allow the total trailer load to exceed1,000 lb (454 kg). The total trailer load equalstrailer weight plus its cargo weight. Towingloads greater than 1,000 lb (454 kg) or usingimproper towing equipment could adverselyaffect vehicle handling, braking and perfor-mance.

Vehicle damage and/or personal injuryresulting from improper towing proce-dures is not covered by NISSAN warran-ties. Information on trailer towing andrequired towing equipment should beobtained from dealers who specialize inproviding trailers or other towingequipment.

Tongue load

Keep the tongue load between 9 and 11% ofthe total trailer load. If the tongue load be-comes excessive, rearrange cargo to allow forproper tongue load.

Maximum gross vehicle weight/maximum gross axle weight

The gross vehicle weight of the towing vehiclemust not exceed. GVWR shown on the F.M-.V.S.S. certification label. The gross vehicleweight equals the combined weight of theunloaded vehicle, passengers, luggage, hitch,trailer tongue load and any other optionalequipment. In addition, front or rear gross axleweight must not exceed GAWR shown on theF.M.V.S.S. certification label.

TOWING LOAD/SPECIFICATION CHARTUnit: lb (kg)

MAXIMUMTOWING LOAD

1,000 (454)

MAXIMUMTONGUE LOAD

110 (49)

TOWING SAFETY

Trailer hitch

Choose a proper hitch for your vehicle andtrailer. Make sure the trailer hitch is securelyattached to the vehicle, to help avoid personalinjury or property damage due to sway causedby crosswinds, rough road surfaces or passingtrucks.

I Do not use axle-mounted hitches.

I The hitch should not be attached toor affect the operation of the impact-absorbing bumper

I Do not modify the vehicle exhaustsystem, brake system, etc. when thehitch is installed.

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I To reduce the possibility of additionaldamage if your vehicle is struck fromthe rear, where practical, remove thehitch when not in use. Remove thereceiver when not in use. After thehitch is removed, seal the bolt holesto prevent exhaust fumes, water ordust from entering the passengercompartment.

I Regularly check that all hitch mount-ing bolts are securely mounted.

Tire pressures

I When towing a trailer, inflate the vehicletires to the recommended cold tire pressureindicated on the tire placard (located on theinside of the center console lid.)

I Trailer tire condition, size, load rating andproper inflation pressure should be in ac-cordance with the trailer and tire manufac-turers’ specifications.

Safety chain

Always use a suitable chain between yourvehicle and the trailer. The chain should becrossed and should be attached to the hitch,not to the vehicle bumper or axle. Be sure to

leave enough slack in the chain to permitturning corners.

Trailer lights

Trailer lights should comply with federal and/orlocal regulations. When wiring the vehicle fortowing, connect the stop and tail light pickupinto the vehicle electrical circuit at a pointbetween the sensor and stop light or lightswitch.

Trailer brakes

If your trailer is equipped with a braking sys-tem, make sure it conforms to federal and/orlocal regulations and that it is properly in-stalled.

Never connect a trailer brake systemdirectly to the vehicle brake system.

Pre-towing tips

I Be certain your vehicle maintains a levelposition when a loaded and/or unloadedtrailer is hitched. Do not drive the vehicle ifit has an abnormal nose-up or nose-downcondition; check for improper tongue load,overload, worn suspension or other pos-

sible causes of either condition.

I Always secure items in the trailer to preventload shifts while driving.

I Be certain your rear view mirrors conform toall federal, state or local regulations. If not,install any mirrors required for towing be-fore driving the vehicle.

Trailer towing tips

In order to gain skill and an understanding ofthe vehicle’s behavior, you should practiceturning, stopping and backing up in an areawhich is free from traffic. Steering stability, andbraking performance will be somewhat differ-ent than under normal driving conditions.

I Always secure items in the trailer to preventload shift while driving.

I Avoid abrupt starts, acceleration or stops.

I Avoid sharp turns or lane changes.

I Always drive your vehicle at a moderatespeed.

I Always block the wheels on both vehicleand trailer when parking. Parking on aslope is not recommended; however, if youmust do so, and if your vehicle is equippedwith automatic transmission, first block thewheels and apply the parking brake, and


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then move the transmission selector leverinto the P (Park) position. If you move theselector lever to the P (Park) position be-fore blocking the wheels and applying theparking brake, transmission damage couldoccur.

I When going down a hill, shift into a lowergear and use the engine braking effect.When ascending a long grade, downshiftthe transmission to a lower gear and reducespeed to reduce chances of engine over-loading and/or overheating.

I If the engine coolant rises to an extremelyhigh temperature when the air conditioningsystem is on, turn off the air conditioner.Coolant heat can be additionally vented byopening the windows, switching the fancontrol to high and setting the temperaturecontrol to the HOT position.

I Trailer towing requires more fuel than nor-mal circumstances.

I Avoid towing a trailer for the first 500 miles(800 km).

I Have your vehicle serviced more often thanat intervals specified in the recommendedmaintenance schedule.

I When making a turn, your trailer wheels willbe closer to the inside of the turn than your

vehicle wheels. To compensate for this,make a larger than normal turning radiusduring the turn.

I Crosswinds and rough roads will adverselyaffect vehicle/trailer handling, possiblycausing vehicle sway. When being passedby larger vehicles, be prepared for possiblechanges in crosswinds that could affectvehicle handling. If swaying does occur,firmly grip the steering wheel, steer straightahead, and immediately (but gradually) re-duce vehicle speed. This combination willhelp stabilize the vehicle. Never increasespeed.

I 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 trailermust also pass the other vehicle before youcan safely change lanes.

I To maintain engine braking efficiency andelectrical charging performance, do not usefifth gear (manual transmission) or over-drive (automatic transmission).

I Avoid holding the brake pedal down toolong or too frequently. This could cause thebrakes to overheat, resulting in reducedbraking efficiency.

When towing a trailer, change oil in thetransmission more frequently.

See “Periodic maintenance schedules” inthe “9. Maintenance” section.


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DOT (Department Of Transportation) QualityGrades: All passenger car tires must conformto federal safety requirements in addition tothese grades.

Treadwear

Treadwear grade is a comparative ratingbased on tire wear rate when tested undercontrolled conditions on specified governmenttest courses. For example, a tire graded 150would wear one and a half (1-1/2) times as wellon the government course as a tire graded100. However, relative tire performance de-pends on actual driving conditions, and mayvary significantly from the norm due to varia-tions in driving habits, service practices anddifferences 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 representthe tire’s ability to stop on wet pavement asmeasured under controlled conditions onspecified government test surfaces of asphaltand concrete. A tire marked C may have poortraction performance.

The traction grade assigned to your ve-hicle tires is based on straight-aheadbraking traction tests, and does not in-clude acceleration, cornering, hydro-planing, or peak traction characteristics.

Temperature A, B and C

Temperature grades are A (the highest), B,and C. They represent a tire’s resistance toheat build-up, and its ability to dissipate heatwhen tested under controlled conditions on aspecified indoor laboratory test wheel. Sus-tained high temperature can cause tire mate-rial to degenerate, reducing tire life. Excessivetemperatures can lead to sudden tire failure.Grade C corresponds to a performance levelwhich all passenger car tires must meet underthe Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard No.109. Grades A and B represent higher levels ofperformance on laboratory test wheels thanthe minimum required by law.

The temperature grade for this tire isestablished for a tire that is properlyinflated and not overloaded. Excessivespeed, underinflation, or excessiveloading, either separately or in combina-tion, can cause heat buildup and pos-sible tire failure.

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Your NISSAN is covered by the followingemission warranties.

For US:

I Emission Defects Warranty

I Emissions Performance Warranty

For Canada:

Emission Control System Warranty

Details of these warranties may be found withother vehicle warranties in your Warranty In-formation and Maintenance Log Booklet thatcomes with your NISSAN. If you did not re-ceive a Warranty Information and Mainte-nance Log Booklet, or it has become lost, youmay obtain a replacement by writing to:

I Nissan Motor Corporation U.S.A.Consumer Affairs DepartmentP.O. Box 191Gardena. CA. 90248-0191

I Nissan Canada Inc.5290 Orbitor DriveMississauga, Ontario,L4W 4Z5

If you believe that your vehicle has adefect which could cause a crash orcould cause injury or death, you shouldimmediately inform the National High-way Traffic Safety Administration(NHTSA) in addition to notifyingNISSAN.

If NHTSA receives similar complaints,it may open an investigation, and if itfinds that a safety defect exists in agroup of vehicles, it may order a recalland remedy campaign. However,NHTSA cannot become involved inindividual problems between you, yourdealer, or NISSAN.

To contact NHTSA, you may either callthe Auto Safety Hotline toll-free at1-800-424-9393 (or 366-0123 in Wash-ington, D.C. area) or write to: NHTSA,U.S. Department of Transportation,Washington, D.C. 20590. You can alsoobtain other information about motorvehicle safety from the Hotline.

You may notify NISSAN by contactingour Consumer Affairs Department, toll-free, at 1-800-NISSAN-1.In Hawaii call (808) 836-0888.

Due to legal requirements in some states/areas, your vehicle may be required to be inwhat is called the ready condition for anInspection/Maintenance (I/M) test of the emis-sion control system.

The vehicle is set to the ready condition whenit is driven through certain driving patterns.Usually, the ready condition can be obtainedby ordinary usage of the vehicle.

If a powertrain system component is repairedor the battery is disconnected, the vehicle maybe reset to a not ready condition. Before takingthe I/M test, drive the vehicle through thefollowing pattern to set the vehicle to the readycondition. If you cannot or do not want toperform the driving pattern, an NISSAN dealercan conduct it for you.

Always drive the vehicle in a safe man-ner according to traffic conditions andobey all traffic laws.

1. Start the engine when the engine coolanttemperature gauge needle points to C. Al-low the engine to idle until the gauge needlepoints between the C and H (normal oper-ating temperature).

EMISSION CONTROL SYSTEMWARRANTY

REPORTING SAFETY DEFECTS(US only)

READINESS FOR INSPECTION/MAINTENANCE (I/M) TEST (USonly)


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2. Accelerate the vehicle to 55 MPH (88km/h), then quickly release the acceleratorpedal completely and keep it released for atleast 6 seconds.

3. Quickly depress the accelerator pedal for amoment, then drive the vehicle at a speedof 53 to 60 MPH (86 to 96 km/h) for at least5 minutes.

4. Stop the vehicle.

5. Accelerate the vehicle to 35 MPH (55 km/h)and maintain the speed for 20 seconds.

6. Repeat steps 4 and 5 at least 3 times.

7. Accelerate the vehicle to 55 MPH (88 km/h)and maintain the speed for at least 3 min-utes.

8. Stop the vehicle and turn the engine off.

9. Repeat steps 1 through 8 at least one moretime.

If step 1 through 7 is interrupted, repeat thepreceding step. Any safe driving mode is ac-ceptable between steps. Do not stop the en-gine until step 7 is completed.


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A Genuine Nissan Service Manual is the bestsource of service and repair information foryour vehicle. Filled with wiring diagrams, illus-trations and step-by-step diagnostic and ad-justment procedures, this manual is the sameone used by the factory trained techniciansworking at your Nissan dealership. Also avail-able are Genuine NISSAN Owner’s Manuals.

For current pricing and availability of a Genu-ine NISSAN Service Manual or GenuineNISSAN Owner’s Manual, contact:

In the U.S.A.:

See your NISSAN dealer or contact:

Dyment Distribution Services20770 Westwood Dr.Strongsville OH 44136

In a hurry? Call 1-800-247-5321 and chargeyour purchase to Visa/Master Card.

In Canada:

To purchase a copy of a Genuine NISSANService Manual or Owner’s Manual pleasecontact your nearest NISSAN Dealer. For thephone number and location of a NISSANDealer in your area call the Nissan Satis-faction Center at 1-800-387-0122 and a

bilingual NISSAN representative will assistyou.

Also available are Genuine NISSAN Serviceand Owner’s Manuals for older Nissan models.


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11 Index

A

ABS................................................................. 5-18Adjusting the time ........................................... 2-25Adjustment

Front manual seat ....................................... 1-2Front power seat ......................................... 1-4Head restraint.............................................. 1-5Shoulder belt ............................................. 1-22

Air bagSystem....................................................... 1-12System, Side ............................................. 1-13Warning label ............................................ 1-15Warning light ...................................... 1-15, 2-8

Air cleaner....................................................... 8-18Air conditioner

Automatic..................................................... 4-9Manual......................................................... 4-3Operation, Manual....................................... 4-5Servicing.................................................... 4-12Specification label ................................... 10-11

Air conditioning system refrigerant andlubricant recommendations............................. 10-6Aluminum alloy wheels, Cleaning..................... 7-4Anchor point location, Top strap..................... 1-35Antenna........................................................... 4-25Anti-freeze, Cold weather ............................... 5-19Anti-lock Brake System (ABS)........................ 5-18

Appearance careExterior ........................................................ 7-2Interior ......................................................... 7-4

Armrest ............................................................. 1-6Ashtray............................................................ 2-19Audio system .................................................. 4-12Automatic

Operation, Air conditioner ......................... 4-10Sunroof, Operation .................................... 2-24Transaxle fluid ........................................... 8-10Transmission, Driving.................................. 5-7

Avoiding collision and rollover .......................... 5-3

B

BatteryCold weather ............................................. 5-19Maintenance .............................................. 8-14Replacement, Multi-remote control ............. 3-7

Before starting the engine ................................ 5-6Belt

Drive .......................................................... 8-15Extender, Seat........................................... 1-25Height adjustment, Shoulder..................... 1-22Maintenance, Seat .................................... 1-25Seat ........................................................... 1-17

BrakeBooster ...................................................... 8-21Fluid........................................................... 8-12

Parking ...................................................... 5-12Pedal ......................................................... 8-20System....................................................... 5-17Warning light ............................................... 2-8

Break-in schedule ........................................... 5-14Bulb

Checking...................................................... 2-7Indicator....................................................... 2-9Replacement ............................................. 8-25Warning light ............................................... 2-7

Buzzer............................................................. 2-11

C

Capacities and recommended fuel/lubricant .. 10-2Car phone ....................................................... 4-25Carbon monoxide, Exhaust gas ....................... 5-2Cassette tape player operation....................... 4-15Cassette tape player operation, with compact disc(CD) player type ............................................. 4-21Catalytic converter, Three way catalyst............ 5-2CB radio or car phone .................................... 4-25Ceiling light ..................................................... 2-25Certification label, F.M.V.S.S........................ 10-10Chain, Tire ...................................................... 8-33Changing

A flat tire ...................................................... 6-2Engine coolant............................................. 8-6Engine oil..................................................... 8-9Engine oil filter........................................... 8-10

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Tire and wheel........................................... 8-33Checking

Brake pedal ............................................... 8-20Bulb ............................................................. 2-7Engine coolant level .................................... 8-5Engine oil level ............................................ 8-8Parking brake ............................................ 8-20Seat belt operation, Three-point ............... 1-21

Child restraint.................................................. 1-25Installation on front seat............................ 1-35Installation on rear seat center ................. 1-27Installation on rear seat outboard ............. 1-30Precaution ................................................. 1-25Top strap ................................................... 1-34

Child safetyRear door lock............................................. 3-4Seat belt .................................................... 1-18

Chrome parts, Cleaning.................................... 7-4Cigarette lighter and ashtray .......................... 2-19Circuit breaker, Fusible link ............................ 8-22Cleaner, Air ..................................................... 8-18Cleaning

Exterior ........................................................ 7-2Interior ......................................................... 7-4

Clock ............................................................... 2-25Adjusting.................................................... 2-25

ClutchFluid........................................................... 8-12Pedal ......................................................... 8-21

Cold weather driving....................................... 5-19Compact disc (CD)

Player operation ........................................ 4-23Player operation, with cassette playertype............................................................ 4-23

Console box.................................................... 2-22Controls, Heater and manual air conditioner.... 4-3Cooling system, Engine.................................... 8-5Corrosion protection ......................................... 7-5Cruise control.................................................. 5-12

Operation................................................... 5-13Cup holder ...................................................... 2-21

D

Defogger switch, Rear window and outsidemirror............................................................... 2-14Dimensions and weights, Vehicle................... 10-8Door .................................................................. 3-2Door open warning light ................................... 2-8Drinking alcohol/drugs and driving ................... 5-3Drive belt......................................................... 8-15Driving

Cold weather ............................................. 5-19On snow or ice .......................................... 5-20Precaution ................................................... 5-2The vehicle .................................................. 5-7

Drugs ................................................................ 5-3

E

Economy, Fuel ................................................ 5-15Emission control

Information label...................................... 10-10System warranty...................................... 10-18

EngineBlock heater .............................................. 5-21Compartment check location....................... 8-4Coolant heater........................................... 5-21

Coolant temperature gauge ........................ 2-5Cooling system............................................ 8-5Oil ................................................................ 8-8Oil and oil filter recommendation .............. 10-4Overheat...................................................... 6-9Serial number .......................................... 10-10Specifications ............................................ 10-7

Exhaust gas (Carbon monoxide) ...................... 5-2Explanation of maintenance items .......... 9-3, 9-10Exterior and interior light, Replacement ......... 8-26

F

F.M.V.S.S. certification label......................... 10-10Fastening the seat belt

Three-point ................................................ 1-20Two-point................................................... 1-23

Filling, Fuel filler lid ......................................... 3-11Filter, Air ......................................................... 8-18Flasher switch, Hazard warning ..................... 2-17Flat tire.............................................................. 6-2Floor mats, Cleaning ........................................ 7-4Fluid

Automatic transaxle................................... 8-10Brake ......................................................... 8-12Engine ......................................................... 8-8Power steering .......................................... 8-12Window washer ......................................... 8-13

Fog light switch............................................... 2-16Front

Fog light switch ......................................... 2-16Interior light................................................ 2-26Manual seat adjustment .............................. 1-2Power seat adjustment................................ 1-4

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FuelEconomy.................................................... 5-15Filler cap.................................................... 3-12Filler lid ...................................................... 3-11Gauge.......................................................... 2-5Recommendation ...................................... 10-2

Fuse ................................................................ 8-21Fusible link...................................................... 8-22

G

Garage door opener, IntegratedHomeLink ...................................................... 2-27Gas cap, Fuel filler ......................................... 3-12Gas economy, Fuel ........................................ 5-15Gauge ............................................................... 2-3

Engine coolant temperature ........................ 2-5Fuel.............................................................. 2-5Speedometer and odometer ....................... 2-4Tachometer ................................................. 2-4

General maintenance ................................ 9-2, 9-3Glass, Cleaning ................................................ 7-3Glove box........................................................ 2-22

H

Hazard warning flasher switch........................ 2-17Head restraint adjustment ................................ 1-5Headlamp, Replacement ................................ 8-25Headlight

Replacement ............................................. 8-25Switch ........................................................ 2-15

Heated seat .................................................... 2-18

Heater and air conditioner(Manual) ...................................................... 4-3(Automatic) .................................................. 4-9

Heater operationManual air conditioner................................. 4-4

HomeLink ...................................................... 2-27Hood ................................................................. 3-9Horn ................................................................ 2-17How to stop alarm, Theft warning .................. 2-13How to use multi-remote control system.......... 3-6

I

Identification, Vehicle...................................... 10-9Ignition switch ................................................... 5-4Indicator light .................................................... 2-9Infants and small children, Seat belt .............. 1-19Information label, Emission........................... 10-10Injured persons, Seat belt .............................. 1-19Inside mirror .................................................... 3-13Installing front license plate .......................... 10-11Instrument panel ............................................... 2-2Integrated HomeLink transmitter .................. 2-27Interior light ..................................................... 2-25

Replacement ............................................. 8-26

J

Jump starting .................................................... 6-7

K

Key.................................................................... 3-2Position, Ignition switch............................... 5-6

Key operation, Trunk lid ................................. 3-11Keyless entry, Multi-remote control .................. 3-5

L

Label, Air bag warning.................................... 1-15Lamp, Replacement........................................ 8-24Larger children, Seat belt ............................... 1-19License plate, Installing ................................ 10-11Light

Air bag warning ......................................... 1-15Front fog light switch ................................. 2-16Headlight replacement .............................. 8-25Headlight switch ........................................ 2-15Indicator....................................................... 2-9Interior ....................................................... 2-25Personal .................................................... 2-26Replacement ............................................. 8-25Trunk ......................................................... 2-27Vanity......................................................... 2-26Warning ....................................................... 2-7

Loading information, Vehicle ........................ 10-12Loading tips .................................................. 10-13Lock, Door ........................................................ 3-2Locking with

Inside lock knob .......................................... 3-3Key .............................................................. 3-3Power door lock switch ............................... 3-4

Low fuel warning light ....................................... 2-9Lubricant, Capacities and recommended....... 10-2

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M

MaintenanceGeneral ................................................ 9-2, 9-3Item .................................................... 9-3, 9-10Periodic........................................................ 9-5Precaution ................................................... 8-2Seat belt .................................................... 1-25

ManualFront seat adjustment ................................. 1-2Operation, Air conditioner ......................... 4-11Transmission, Driving................................ 5-10

MeterAnd gauge ................................................... 2-3Speedometer and odometer ....................... 2-4Tachometer ................................................. 2-4

Mirror............................................................... 3-13Inside ......................................................... 3-13Outside ...................................................... 3-14

Multi-remote control system.............................. 3-5

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New vehicle, Break-in ..................................... 5-14

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Odometer .......................................................... 2-4Oil

Automatic transaxle................................... 8-10Brake ......................................................... 8-12Engine ......................................................... 8-8Filter recommendation............................... 10-4Power steering .......................................... 8-12

Opener operationFuel filler lid ............................................... 3-11Trunk lid..................................................... 3-10

Operating tips, Automatic airconditioner........................................ 4-5, 4-6, 4-11Operation, Cruise control................................ 5-13Outside mirror ................................................. 3-14Overheat ........................................................... 6-9

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ParkingBrake ......................................................... 5-12Brake and brake pedal.............................. 8-20

Parking/parking on hills .................................. 5-16Pedal

Brake ......................................................... 8-20Clutch ........................................................ 8-21

Periodic maintenance ....................................... 9-5Personal light .................................................. 2-26Power

Front seat adjustment ................................. 1-4Seat operating tips ...................................... 1-4Steering ..................................................... 5-17Steering fluid ............................................. 8-12Window...................................................... 2-22

PrecautionMaintenance ................................................ 8-2On child restraint ....................................... 1-25On cruise control ....................................... 5-13On seat belt usage.................................... 1-17On supplemental restraint system .............. 1-7When starting and driving ........................... 5-2

Pregnant women, Seat belt ............................ 1-19

Push starting..................................................... 6-9

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Radio............................................................... 4-12With cassette player.................................. 4-13With cassette player and compact disc (CD)player......................................................... 4-19

Readiness for inspection/maintenance (I/M) test(US only) ....................................................... 10-18Rear

Door lock, Child safety ................................ 3-4Window and outside mirror defoggerswitch......................................................... 2-14

RecommendedFuel/lubricant ............................................. 10-2SAE viscosity number ............................... 10-6

Recovery, Freeing a stuck vehicle ................. 6-12Refrigerant, air conditioning............................ 10-6Registering your vehicle in another country ... 10-9Release

Hood ............................................................ 3-9Trunk lid....................................................... 3-9

Remote keyless entry, Multi-remotecontrol ............................................................... 3-5Reporting safety defects (US only)............... 10-18Restraint, Child ............................................... 1-25Rollover............................................................. 5-3Rotation, Tire .................................................. 8-33

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SafetyBelt ............................................................ 1-17

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Child seat belt ........................................... 1-18Defects, Reporting................................... 10-18Towing ..................................................... 10-14

Seat................................................................... 1-2Heated ....................................................... 2-18

Seat adjustmentFront manual ............................................... 1-2Front power ................................................. 1-4

Seat belt.......................................................... 1-17Cleaning ...................................................... 7-5Extender .................................................... 1-25Maintenance .............................................. 1-25Operation, Three-point .............................. 1-21Precautions................................................ 1-17Warning light and buzzer ............................ 2-8With retractor, Three-point ........................ 1-20Without retractor, Two-point...................... 1-23

Selecting correct set of seat belt .................... 1-23Servicing air conditioner ................................. 4-12Setting, Clock.................................................. 2-25Shoulder belt height adjustment (For frontseats) .............................................................. 1-22Side air bag system........................................ 1-13Sound system, Audio system ......................... 4-12Sound, Buzzer ................................................ 2-11Spark plug....................................................... 8-16Specifications.................................................. 10-7Speedometer and odometer ............................. 2-4Starting

Automatic transmission ............................... 5-4Jump............................................................ 6-7Manual transmission ................................... 5-5Precaution ................................................... 5-2Push ............................................................ 6-9

The engine .................................................. 5-6Steering

Power ........................................................ 5-17Wheel ........................................................ 3-13

Storage ........................................................... 2-19Stuck, Vehicle recovery .................................. 6-12Sun shade....................................................... 2-24Sunroof ........................................................... 2-24Supplemental

Air bag system .......................................... 1-12Air bag warning label ................................ 1-15Air bag warning light .......................... 1-15, 2-8Restraint system.......................................... 1-7Restraint system, Precautions .................... 1-7Side air bag system .................................. 1-13

SwitchFront fog light ............................................ 2-16Hazard warning ......................................... 2-17Headlight ................................................... 2-15Ignition ......................................................... 5-4Rear window and outside mirrordefoggor .................................................... 2-14Turn signal................................................. 2-16

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Tachometer....................................................... 2-4Temperature gauge, Engine coolant ................ 2-5Theft warning .................................................. 2-11Three way catalyst............................................ 5-2Three-point type seat belt with retractor......... 1-20Tire.................................................................. 8-31

Chain ......................................................... 8-33Changing ................................................... 8-33

Equipment, Cold weather.......................... 5-20Flat............................................................... 6-2Placard .................................................... 10-11Pressure .................................................... 8-31Quality grading ........................................ 10-17Rotation ..................................................... 8-33Type........................................................... 8-32

Tires, Specifications........................................ 10-8Top strap child restraint .................................. 1-34Towing

A trailer .................................................... 10-13Safety ...................................................... 10-14Your vehicle............................................... 6-10

Trailer, Towing .............................................. 10-13Transmitter

Integrated HomeLink ............................... 2-27Multi-remote control..................................... 3-5

Traveling or registering your vehicle in anothercountry ............................................................ 10-9Tray................................................................. 2-19Trunk

Lid................................................................ 3-9Light........................................................... 2-27

Turn signal switch........................................... 2-16Two-point type seat belt without retractor (Centerof rear seat) .................................................... 1-23Type of tire...................................................... 8-32

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Underbody, Cleaning ........................................ 7-3Unfastening the seat belt

Three-point ................................................ 1-21Two-point................................................... 1-24

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Uniform tire quality grading........................... 10-17

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Vanity mirror light............................................ 2-26Vehicle

Identification .............................................. 10-9Loading information................................. 10-12

Ventilator ........................................................... 4-2Viscosity number ............................................ 10-6

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WarningBuzzer, Seat belt ......................................... 2-8Flasher switch ........................................... 2-17Label, Air bag ............................................ 1-15Light............................................................. 2-7Light, Air bag...................................... 1-15, 2-8Light, Brake ................................................. 2-8Light, Door open.......................................... 2-8Light, Low fuel ............................................. 2-9Light, Seat belt ............................................ 2-8Theft .......................................................... 2-11

Warranty, Emission control........................... 10-18Washer switch, Windshield............................. 2-13Washing ............................................................ 7-2Waxing .............................................................. 7-2Weights, Vehicle ............................................. 10-8Wheel.............................................................. 8-31Wheels, Specifications.................................... 10-8Window ........................................................... 2-22

Power ........................................................ 2-22Washer fluid .............................................. 8-13

Windshield wiper and washer switch.............. 2-13Windshield wiper blade................................... 8-18Winter equipment............................................ 5-20Wiper

Blade ......................................................... 8-18Windshield ................................................. 2-13

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FUEL RECOMMENDATION:

Unleaded premium gasoline with an octanerating of at least 91 AKI (Anti-Knock Index)number (Research octane number 96).

If unleaded premium gasoline is not avail-able, unleaded regular gasoline with anoctane rating of at least 87 AKI (Researchoctane number 91) can be used.

However, for maximum vehicle perfor-mance, the use of unleaded premium gaso-line is recommended.

Using a fuel other than that specifiedcould adversely affect the emission con-trol devices and systems, and couldalso affect the warranty coverage.

Under no circumstances should aleaded gasoline be used, since this willdamage the three way catalyst.

For additional information, see “Capacities andrecommended fuel/lubricants” in the “10.Technical and consumer information” section.

ENGINE OIL RECOMMENDATION:

I API SG or SH and Energy Conserving II

I API certification mark

I SAE 10W-30 viscosity oil is preferred forambient temperatures above 0°F (−18°C).

See “Capacities and recommendedfuel/lubricants” in the “10. Technical and con-sumer information” section for engine oil andoil filter recommendation.

COLD TIRE PRESSURES:

See tire placard affixed to the center consolelid.

NEW VEHICLE BREAK-INPROCEDURESRECOMMENDATION:

During the first 1,000 miles (1,600 km) ofvehicle use, follow the recommendations out-lined in the “Break-in schedule” Informationfound in the “5. Starting and driving” section ofthis Owner’s Manual. Follow these recommen-dations for the future reliability and economy ofyour new vehicle. Failure to follow these rec-ommendations may result in vehicle damageor shortened engine life.

GAS STATION INFORMATION

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Hood release 3-9

Meters and gauges 2-3

Seat 1-2Trunk release (Type B) 3-9Trunk release (Type A) 3-9

Seat belt 1-17

Key 3-2

Fuel 3-11, 10-2Spare tire 6-2, 8-31

Air conditioner 4-3Audio system 4-12

Engine oil 8-8

Engine coolant 8-5

Windshield washer fluid 8-13

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