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1998 Nissan Quest Owners Manual

1. Seats restraints and supplemental air bag systems 1 19 A WARNING e Never let children ride unrestrained Do not attempt to hold them in your lap or arms Some examples of dan gerous riding positions are shown in the previous illustrations e Children may be severly injured or killed when the supplemental air bag inflates if they are not properly re strained e Also never install a rear facing child restraint in the front seat An inflat ing supplemental air bag could seri ously injure or kill your child See Child restraints later in this sec tion for details ARS 1044 ARS 1046 1 20 Seats restraints and supplemental air bag systems SUPPLEMENTAL AIR BAG SYSTEM The driver supplemental air bag is located in the center of the steering wheel the front passenger supplemental air bag is mounted in the dashboard above the glove box These systems are designed to meet optional certification requirements under U S regula tions They are also permitted in Canada The optional certification allows air bags to be designed to inflate somewhat less forcefully than previously However all of the infor mation cautions and warnings in this manual still apply and must be followed The supplemental air bag system is designed to inflate in higher severity frontal collisions Supplemental air bag modules Diagnostic sensor unit APD0846 although i
2. Rear cargo net APD0037 The cargo net keeps packages in the cargo A WARNING area from moving around while your vehicle is driven e Properly secure all cargo to help i prevent it from sliding or shifting Do To install the cargo net attach the four not place cargo higher than the seat loops to the four retainers backs In a sudden stop or collision unsecured cargo could cause per To remove the cargo net detach the four See loops from the cargo net retainers sonal injury e Be sure to secure all four loops onto the retainers The cargo restrained by the net must not exceed 50 Ibs 22 7 kg or the net may not stay secured 3 14 Pre driving checks and adjustments LUGGAGE RACK if so equipped Luggage rack Always distribute the luggage evenly on the luggage rack Do not load more than 100 pounds 45 kg Be careful that your vehicle does not exceed the Gross Vehicle Weight Rating GVWR or its Gross Axle Weight Rating GAWR front and rear The GVWR and GAWR are located on the Safety Com pliance Certification Label located on the driver s door pillar For more information regarding GVWR and GAWR refer to Technical and Consumer Information The front and rear cross bars can be ad justed forward and backward Place your luggage between the bars adjust the bars BEI aaua 7 mmm Adjustable cross bars APD0158 and secure the luggage with rope to the bars Always check the tig
3. ACE0560 Wheel lift tow truck NISSAN recommends that your vehicle be towed with the driving front wheels off the ground as illustrated e Speed Below 60 MPH 97 km h e Distance Less than 500 miles 800 km In case of emergency 6 13 CAUTION Never tow the vehicle with the rear wheels raised with the front wheels on the ground as this may cause serious and expensive damage to the transmis sion If it is necessary to tow the vehicle with the rear wheels raised always use towing dollies under the front wheels e If you have to tow the vehicle with four wheels on ground observe the following restricted towing speeds and distances e Speed Below 30 MPH 50 km h e Distance Less than 40 miles 65 km e Never tow the vehicle from the rear i e backward with four wheels on the ground as this may cause seri ous and expensive damage to the transmission e Do not tow with a sling type truck either from the front or the rear It may cause body damage e Never utilize the rear tie down brack ets or slots to tow another vehicle as this may cause body damage 6 14 In case of emergency VEHICLE RECOVERY freeing a stuck vehicle e Tow chains or cables must only be at tached to the main structual members of the vehicle e Pulling devices should be routed so they do not touch any part of the suspension steering brake or cooling systems e Always pull the cable straight out from the
4. CD som GO LEFT VENT SUNROOF RIGHT VENT Spotlight switch Spotlight switch PUSH on off PUSH on off Spotlights AIC0049 To turn on the spotlights press the switches next to the lights To turn them off press the switches again Instruments and controls 2 25 MEMO 2 26 Instruments and controls 3 Pre driving checks and adjustments Koy Beer eer erect errr error eer rar rene rrrererrerrr ere 3 2 Rear door lock firre dain 3 12 POON IOCKS ipoe en sasae a sE e SGA 3 2 Cargo net if so equipped 0 0 eee eeeeeteeeteeees 3 14 Manual door lOCK cceeesceeeeeeeeeneeeeeneeeteneeeeeeees 3 3 Luggage rack if So equipped eee 3 15 Child safety sliding door lOCK ecceeeeeereeeee 3 5 Fuel filler lid and Cap eee eeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeneeeeeees 3 16 Power door lock if so equipped eee 3 6 Tilting steering Wheel ceeseceseneeeeeeeeeeeeeees 3 17 Multi remote control system if so equipped 3 8 Outside mirror CONIOL cceeeeeeseeeeteeeeeteeees 3 17 Battery replacement scccesseeeeseceeeeseeeeeeenere 3 9 Outside MIIOMS eceeeeeeeseeeseeeeeeeteeteaeeeeeetneees 3 18 IIluminated entry system 0 0 eee eeeeeeenteeeeees 3 10 Inside MION anres S 3 18 Hood OIG ASC pisite 3 11 Vany ITOT vevecadsczecscesdesaceoeascesecncst sa noiai 3 19 KEY Master key 1 0000000 RECORD amp DETACH Key number plate APD0142
5. Sliding door STEP OVER seat belt when exiting from third row seat Auxiliary buckle APDO0089 CAUTION Third row passengers must be very careful when exiting because of the auxiliary seat belt It is important to step over the seat belt guide and belt webbing to avoid tripping Unfastening the belts To unfasten the belt press the button on the buckle The seat belt automatically retracts Checking seat belt operation Three point type seat belt with retractor Seat belt retractors are designed to lock seat belt movement 1 when the belt is pulled quickly from the retractor and 2 when the vehicle slows down rapidly To increase your confidence in the seat belts check their operation as follows e Grasp the shoulder belt and pull quickly forward The retractor should lock and restrict further belt movement If the retractor does not lock during this check or if you have any questions about belt operation see an authorized NISSAN dealer 1 34 Seats restraints and supplemental air bag systems Three passenger bench seat unfasten THREE PASSENGER BENCH SEAT Fastening the seat belts 1 Adjust the seat WARNING e Do not ride in a moving vehicle when the seatback is reclined This can be dangerous The shoulder belt will not be against your body In an acci dent you could be thrown into it and receive neck or other serious inju ries You could also slid
6. cee 4 21 Autolamp SWO Miisa 2 14 Automatic Automatic power window switch 2 21 Automatic transmission fluid ATF 8 8 Driving with automatic transmission 5 5 B Battery esirinnas asada 8 11 Before starting the engine 5 5 Brake Anti lock brake system ABS 5 15 Brake DOOSICN cc ccecscrsecsctsevecessscteczeteses Brake fll niaise Brake light See stop light 0 Brake pedal sscsssssessscssessseesseessees 8 17 Brake Systkinin 5 14 Brake warning light eee 2 7 Brake wear indicators ee 2 9 Parking brake check 2 Parking brake operation 0 ee Self adjusting brakes ceee Break in schedule 0 Bulb check instrument panel si Bulb replacement iviessecsecscscneesccsienevers c Capacities and recommended fuel NWI CAINS se rese raei inaen 10 2 Cargo Netiiissscsiesidcavcenee nue 3 14 Cargo See vehicle loading MOMMA ssa scencscstesscces innser san 10 12 Cassette player See audio system 4 14 CB radio or Car Phone nisnin 4 25 Check engine indicator light See malfunction indicator light 0 2 9 Child restraint with top tether strap 1 49 Child restraints 0 cceeeeeeeeee Child safety sliding door lock Cigarette lighter accessory and ashtray e iesieta agt 2 16 COIN TAY naoa aaa Cold weather driving eseeeesceeeee 5 16 Compact disc CD player eee 4 21 Contro
7. Record the key number and keep it in a safe place such as your wallet NOT IN THE CAR A key number plate is supplied with your key Keep the plate in a safe place NISSAN does not record key numbers so it is very important to keep track of your key number plate A key number is necessary only when you have lost all vehicle keys and do not have one to duplicate If you still have a key this key can be duplicated by an authorized NISSAN dealer or locksmith shop Two keys are supplied with your vehicle one has a plastic head and one is all metal Both keys perform the same functions 3 2 Pre driving checks and adjustments DOOR LOCKS A WARNING e Always have the doors locked while driving Along with the use of seat belts this provides greater safety in the event of an accident by helping to prevent persons from being thrown from the vehicle This also helps keep children and others from unintentionally opening the doors and will help keep out intruders e Before opening any door always look for and avoid oncoming traffic e Do not leave children unattended in side the vehicle They could unknow ingly activate switches or controls Unattended children could become involved in serious accidents amp CAUTION e Always use the door handle to open or close the sliding door Do not attempt to open or close the door by merely placing your hand on the door edge or door slide roller as this may cause injury
8. Chrome parts Clean all chrome parts regularly with a non abrasive chrome polish to maintain the finish Cleaning interior Occasionally remove loose dust from the interior trim plastic parts and seats using a vacuum cleaner or soft brush Wipe the vinyl and leather surfaces with a clean soft cloth dampened in mild soap solution then wipe clean with a dry soft cloth Before using any fabric protector read the manu facturer s recommendations Some fabric protectors contain chemicals that may stain or bleach the seat material CAUTION e Never use benzine thinner or any similar material e Leather seats should be regularly coated with a leather wax like saddle soap Never use car wax e Never use fabric protectors unless recommended by the manufacturer Front floor mat positioning aid This model includes a front floor mat bracket to act as a floor mat positioning aid NISSAN floor mats specially designed for your vehicle incorporate grommets To in Appearance and care 7 3 stall simply position the mat using the floor mat bracket hook through the floor mat grommet hole while centering the mat in the footwell Periodically check to make certain the mat is properly positioned Floor mats The use of genuine NISSAN floor mats can extend the life of your vehicle carpet and make it easier to clean the interior No matter what mats are used be sure they are fitted for your vehicle and are prop erly
9. NOTE See Fail safe in the Starting and driving section of this manual before visit ing an authorized NISSAN dealer 4 amp 9 Turn signal hazard indicator lights The appropriate light flashes when the turn signal lever is activated Both lights flash when the hazard switch is turned on gt High beam indicator light This light comes on when the headlight high beam is on and goes out when the low beam is selected cruise Cruise indicator light The light comes on while the vehicle speed is controlled by the cruise control system If the CRUISE indicator blinks have the system checked by an authorized NISSAN dealer Key reminder chime The chime sounds if the driver s or passen ger s door is opened while the key is left in the ignition switch Remove the key and take it with you when leaving the vehicle Light reminder chime A chime sounds when the driver s or pas senger s door is opened if the headlight control switch is turned on ignition switch is turned OFF The chime will not sound when the Auto lamp if so equipped shut off delay is acti vated Refer to the Autolamp Switch in structions later in this owner s manual Turn the headlight control switch to OFF when you leave the vehicle Brake pad wear warning The disc brake pads have audible wear warnings When a brake pad requires re placement it makes a high pitched scraping
10. Floor anchor directly behind the child seat position Page 1 51 Tethering to lap shoulder belt tongue Page 1 52 Tethering to floor Seats restraints and supplemental air bag systems 1 49 Second row child restraint placement third row seat in seating position Tether strap Tongue and buckle fastened APD0832 INSTALLATION ON SECOND ROW BENCH OR BUCKET SEAT A child restraint with a top tether strap may be placed on the second row bench or bucket seats Once the child restraint is properly secured to the seat see Installa tion at second and third row outboard posi tions earlier in this section follow the directions below to attach the tether strap to the third row lap shoulder belt tongue lo cated on the same side of the vehicle as the child restraint Second row child restraint placement third row seat in storage position Tether strap Tongue and buckle fastened APD0833 Tethering to lap shoulder belt tongue To attach a tether strap to a third row lap shoulder belt 1 Route the tether strap under the head restraint and between the head restraint supports 2 Hook the tether strap into the large hole on the tongue of the third row lap shoulder belt located near the upper and lower rear corners of the vehicle 3 Adjust the tether strap until the hook is about one foot behind the seatback 1 50 Seats restraints and supplemental air b
11. continuous maximum cooling push the wv side of the TEMP button until 60 F 16 C shows in the display window The EATC cools at maximum and disregards the 60 F 16 C setting until a warmer tempera ture is selected If you want continuous maximum heating push the A side of the TEMP button until 90 F 32 C shows in the display window The EATC provides maxi mum heat regardless of the 90 F 32 C setting until a cooler temperature is se lected Fan speed and thumbwheel Your EATC automatically adjusts the fan speed to the existing conditions To control the fan speed yourself use the thumbwheel located at the extreme right side of the EATC control panel Using the thumbwheel cancels the automatic fan speed control and causes a to appear in the display window Rotate the thumbwheel up for HI speeds and down for LO speeds To return to auto fan control press the AUTOMATIC button AIR CONTROL BUTTONS Your EATC has five buttons which allow you to make special selections The buttons are grouped in the middle of the EATC panel and allow you to determine airflow location Pressing any of the air control buttons changes airflow location only and does not affect the ability of the system to control temperature or fan speed Return to fully automatic operation by pushing the AUTO MATIC button 4 Push this button for airflow to the floor and windshield at the same time The 3 in dicator light comes on and th
12. e When opening the sliding door on a slope ensure that it is fully open and that it does not close by itself UNLOCK fh ALH Mo es Sliding door 1H ocx UNLOCK Front door Front gt APDO002 MANUAL DOOR LOCK To lock the front doors or sliding door from the outside turn the key toward the front of the vehicle To unlock turn it toward the rear Pre driving checks and adjustments 3 3 lt LOCK UNLOCK Door lock Insi nside knob door handle Locking the doors without the key To lock the doors from the outside without a key move the inside lock knob so LOCKED is visible then close the door When locking the door this way be certain not to leave the key inside the vehicle 3 4 Pre driving checks and adjustments LOCKED is visible when APD0840 SN UNLOCK LOCK Door lock rocker switch Inside sliding door handle Sliding door lock To lock the sliding door from inside the vehicle press the door lock rocker switch on the side marked L To unlock press the rocker switch on the side marked U Only the sliding door locks and unlocks by using the door lock rocker switch PUSH WHEN UNLOCK LOCKED _ _ DOOR WILL NOT OPEN FROM INSIDE POUSSER TIRER VERROUILL E POUR POUR AINSI LA D VERROUILLER VERROUILLER PORTE NE PEUT S S OUVRIR DE CHILD LOCK S CURIT ENFANTS LINT RIEUA APD0
13. ecen 2 13 Daytime running light system Canada only 2 13 Autolamp switch if so equipped eee 2 14 T rm signal SWitChi poii sinocni 2 15 Cornering lightside 2 15 Instrument brightness control 2 15 Hazard warning flasher SWitch seee 2 16 Cigarette lighter accessory and ashtray 2 16 Rear power point 2 ccccecnesecceescieeecieeneeieeseeeneveecees 2 17 COINA Ysist EEEa 2 18 Compact disc and audio cassette storage COMPANIMON bis decacceae ccuenctene A aea vested 2 18 GUD NOISE sieca ensa ducaedtenesesecctebedearvetedearnctd 2 19 Power WiNdOW cccccceeceeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeaes 2 20 Automatic power window switch e 2 21 Sunroof if SO CQUIPPEd eee eee eeeeeeteeteteeeeeeeee 2 22 Manual rear WiINGOWS cceeeeeeeeeneteeeeeeeeneeeeeee 2 22 Power rear windows if so equipped 2 23 MGIOGK EE sctjsideeese3sedecs5s05hsiecbsauits E EE 2 23 Interior NIGMS 5 a ccesecacetescenegcttcgeceepedeezesscpetaeseeeaiades 2 24 Luggage compartment lights 2 24 Personal reading light ee eeeeeeeseeeeeneetenees 2 25 SPOONS riea a Tei 2 25 Gearshift selector lever 5 7 Instrument brightness control 2 15 O D OFF ON Autolamp switch 2 13 Cruise control main switch 5 10 Headlight control switch 2 13 Windshield wiper turn signal highbeam switch 2 8 2 11 2 14 Side ventilator 4 2 Cruise control 5 10 Tilt steering lock lev
14. 10 11 Emission control information label 10 10 Engine serial number s sssssssisssesrrssn F M V S S certification label Vehicle identification number VIN 10 9 Vehicle identification number VIN Warning labels for SRS License plate Installing the license plate 10 11 Light Air bag warning light ee 1 23 Brake light See stop light as 8 22 Bulb check instrument panel 00 Bulb replacemennt ccscssseseeseesees Cornering light issiria Headlight control switch ote Headlights cccceeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeee Intenor NIGMS sannan Light bulbS si ccccccisciseeseseecsees Luggage compartment lights fue Spotlights See map light 2 25 Warning indicator lights and chimes 2 6 Lock Child safety sliding door lock s DOOr JOCKS wescsscvsessesstccccvscasersecaceaverseesecaccs Fuel filler lid lock opener lever 4 Power door loksio Rear door lock vvssca scaariicncisis Luggage compartment lights in UGG AGS ACK estesciusiszeseeesissinevstcnecteteesrseene Luggage See vehicle loading INTOFIMALON eisereen 10 12 M Maintenance General maintenance ceeeeees Inside the vehicle Maintenance precautions Outside the vehicle 006 Periodic maintenance schedules 9 5 Seat belt maintenance 1 38 Under the hood and vehicle 9 4 Malfunction indicator light 29
15. 2 11 Wiper Rear window wiper and washer SWICHES wa coh aniaitan ania 2 12 Windshield wiper and washer switch 2 11 Wiper blades i ii ic isscescciescessesesccvsseveeesass 8 15 11 6 GAS STATION INFORMATION Recommended fuel Unleaded gasoline at least 87 AKI number RON 91 or further details such as gasohol see Fuel recommendation in the Technical and consumer information section Recommended engine oil e API SG or SH and Energy Conserving II e API Certification Mark e SAE 5W 30 viscosity oil is preferred for all ambient temperatures See Engine oil and oil filter recommenda tion in the Technical and consumer infor mation section Cold tire pressure See tire placard affixed to the glove com partment lid Recommended new vehicle break in procedure During the first 1 000 miles 1 600 km of vehicle use follow the recommendations outlined in the Break in schedule informa tion found in the Starting and Driving sec tion of this Owner s Manual Follow these recommendations for the future reliability and economy of your new vehicle Failure to follow these recommendations may result in vehicle damage or shortened engine life QUICK REFERENCE Hood release 3 11 Engine Engine oil 8 5 coolant 8 4 Windshield i gt washer fluid 8 10 Meters and gauges Audio system 4 14 2 3 ee conditioner 4 4 Seats 1 2 alee uA Seat belts 1 25
16. If the battery is not fully charged during extremely cold weather conditions the bat tery fluid may freeze and damage the bat tery To maintain maximum efficiency the battery should be checked regularly For details see Battery in the Do it yourself section of this manual Draining of coolant water If the vehicle is to be left outside without anti freeze drain the cooling system by opening the drain valves located under the radiator and on the engine block Refill before operating the vehicle See Chang ing engine coolant in the Do it yourself section of this manual Tire equipment 1 SUMMER tires are of a tread design to provide superior performance on dry pavement However the performance of these tires is substantially reduced in snowy and icy conditions If you operate your vehicle on snowy or icy roads NIS SAN recommends using MUD amp SNOW or ALL SEASON tires on all four wheels Please consult your NISSAN dealer for the tire type size speed rating and avail ability information 2 For additional traction on icy roads stud ded tires may be used However some Canadian provinces and U S states pro hibit their use Check local state and pro vincial laws before installing studded tires Skid and traction capabilities of studded snow tires on wet or dry surfaces may be poorer than that of non studded snow tires 3 Tire chains may be used Make sure they are of proper size f
17. Pre driving checks and adjustments 3 11 REAR DOOR LOCK Key operation To unlock the rear door turn the key coun terclockwise To open the rear door lift up on the opener handle near the license plate To close lower and push the rear door down securely To lock the rear door without the key set the lock lever to the lock position following the Push to Lock instructions near the latch then close the rear door securely 3 12 Pre driving checks and adjustments With fixed glass With flip up rear window Beg PUSH to lock to lock APD0824 A WARNING Do not drive with the rear door or glass open This could allow dangerous ex haust gases to be drawn into the ve hicle See Exhaust gas in the Start ing and driving section of this manual To lock the rear door with the key turn the key clockwise as shown in the illustration Turning the key fully clockwise unlocks the rear window on models equipped with the flip up rear window The rear wiper auto matically lowers when the key is turned fully clockwise Do not force the wiper to lower by hand To close the rear window firmly push on the window until it locks in place The rear wiper automatically returns to the original position Door UNLOCK Door LOCK PULL to open Opener handle APDO0802 Pre driving checks and adjustments 3 13 CARGO NET if so equipped
18. The vehicle is driven at least 15 minutes The automatic transmission fluid is warmed to between 150 F and 170 F 66 C and 77 C e The fluid can be checked at fluid tem Front side HOT 150 to 170 F 66 to 77 C OK Add HOT I HI e Reverse side COLD 70 to 95 F 21 to 35 C C0 LIe Ltt til went ADI0582 peratures of 70 F to 95 F 21 C to 35 C using the COLD range on the dipstick after the engine is warmed up and before driving However the fluid should be re checked using the HOT range 1 Park the vehicle on a level surface and set the parking brake 2 Start the engine then move the shift selector lever through the range of gears ending in P Park 3 Check the fluid level with the engine idling 4 Remove the dipstick and wipe it clean with a lint free cloth 5 Reinsert the dipstick into the charging pipe as far as it goes 6 Remove the dipstick and note the read ing If the level is at the low side of either range add fluid through the charging pipe CAUTION DO NOT OVERFILL Use ONLY Nissan Matic D Continen tal U S and Alaska or Genuine Nissan Automatic Transmission Fluid Canada Dexron Ill Mercon or equivalent may also be used Outside the continental United States and Alaska contact a Nissan dealership for more information regarding suitable fluids including recommended brand s of Dexron IIl Mercon NOTE If the vehicle has
19. Your vehicle has an automatic en gine cooling fan It could come on at any time Keep hands and other ob jects away from it CAN oss Ne if Q PULL Always follow the instructions below Failure to do so could result in damage to the charging system and cause per sonal injury 1 If the booster battery is in another ve hicle position the two vehicles to bring their batteries close to each other Do not allow the two vehicles to touch 2 Apply the parking brake Move the gear shift lever to the P Park position Switch off all unnecessary electrical systems lights heater air conditioner etc A She SS Cad Vehicle aK battery for booster CE1009 3 Remove vent caps on the battery if so equipped Cover the battery with an old cloth to reduce explosion hazard 4 Connect jumper cables in the sequence as illustrated CAUTION e Always connect positive to posi tive and negative to body ground for example the strut mounting bolt etc not to the battery e Make sure that cables do not touch moving parts in the engine compart ment and that clamps do not contact any other metal 5 Start the engine of the other vehicle and let it run for a few minutes 6 Keep the engine speed of the other ve hicle at about 2 000 RPM and start the engine of the vehicle being jump started CAUTION Do not keep the starter motor engaged for more than
20. ATI0563 VEHICLE IDENTIFICATION NUMBER VIN PLATE The vehicle identification number plate is attached to the upper portion of the dash board on the driver s side This number is the identification for your vehicle and is used in the vehicle registration Engine serial number ATIO550 ENGINE SERIAL NUMBER The number is stamped on the engine as shown Technical and consumer information 10 9 MFO BY IN U S A DATE KKK GYWA 0000000000000 REAR GAWR XXKKXXKX 20000000 FRONT GAWR XXXXXXX XXXXKXX WITH XAXXXXANXXXK TIAES WITH KXXIXXAX TIRES XXX AIMS AXXXXXXXX AIMS AT XXX PS COLO AT XXX PS COLD XXXX THIS VEHICLE CONFORMS TO ALL APPLICAALE FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARDS IN EFFECT ON THE DATE OF MANUFACTURE SHOWN ABOVE VIN XXXXXXAXXXKXXXXXX TYPE U0 00000000220 HHO rT EXT PAINT COLORS XXXXXX JOU XXXXXX ISO X00 OXX WB Tyee cvw 600Y TAANS AXLE TAPE SPRINGS xxxxx XXX KXXX XXX XXX XKX XX 200008 F2UA 15284A1B AA ATI0560 F M V S S CERTIFICATION Weight Rating GVWR Gross Axle Weight LABEL Rating GAWR month and year of manu facture Vehicle Identification Number The F M V S S certification label is affixed VIN etc Review it carefully as shown This label contains valuable ve hicle information such as Gross Vehicle 10 10 Technical and consumer information EMISSION CONTROL INFORMATION LABEL The emission control information label is attached a
21. FADE Fader control allows you to adjust sound distribution between the front and rear speakers Push the FADE button either a or y FADE and the setting indicator bar appear in the display window Press the FADE button 4 _ toshift the sound to the front speakers The single indicator bar moves to the right of the display window Press the FADE button w to shift the sound to the rear speakers The single indicator bar moves to the left of the display window When the indicator bar is in the center position the sound is equally distrib uted between the front and rear speakers Following fader adjustment the display win dow shows the current setting for three seconds then returns to the display prior to adjustment CASSETTE TAPE OPERATIONS Turn the ignition key to ACC or ON then insert the cassette tape into the tape door by lightly pushing it Because of the power loading feature the cassette tape is auto matically pulled into the player and begins to play 4 18 Heater air conditioner and audio systems CAUTION Do not force the cassette tape into the tape door This could damage the player When a cassette is inserted into the audio system the word TAPE and a cassette side symbol either one or two illuminate in the display window A cassette tape can be loaded with the ignition ON whether or not the radio power is on Inserting a cassette tape with the radio power off causes the audio system to tur
22. INCREASING FUEL ECONOMY Abrupt starts and stops waste fuel and money SD1001M Accelerate slowly and smoothly Main tain cruising speeds with a constant ac celerator position Drive at moderate speeds on the high way Driving at high speed lowers fuel economy Avoid unnecessary stopping and brak ing Maintain a safe distance behind other vehicles Use a proper gear range which suits road conditions On level roads shift into high gear as soon as possible Avoid unnecessary engine idling 5 12 Starting and driving Keep your engine tuned up Follow the recommended periodic main tenance schedule Keep the tires inflated at the correct pressure Low tire pressure increases tire wear and wastes fuel Keep the wheels in correct alignment Improper alignment causes not only tire wear but also lower fuel economy Air conditioner operation lowers fuel economy Use the air conditioner only when necessary When cruising at highway speeds it is more economical to use the air condi tioner and leave the windows closed to reduce drag PARKING PARKING ON HILLS Downhill with curb t A cS cS a CaS es Sar Se A WARNING Do not park the vehicle over flammable materials such as dry grass waste pa per or rags They may ignite and cause a fire 1 Firmly apply the parking brake 2 Move the gearshift lever to the P Park position Uphill with curb e Uphill
23. Nissan is also a substantial contributor to the Canadian economy Nissan Canada Inc its sup pliers and over 170 dealers employ approxi mately 4 500 people These include company employees and the staffs of Nissan dealers all across Canada In addition many Canadians work for companies that supply Nissan and Nis san dealers with materials and services ranging from the operation of port facilities and transpor tation services to the supply of lubricants parts and accessories The inside pages of this manual contain a minimum of 50 recycled fibers including 10 post consumer fibers Nissan pioneered the use of electronics and computers in automobiles and has led the indus try in improving both performance and fuel effi ciency through new engine designs and the use of synthetic materials to reduce vehicle weight The company has also developed ways to build quality into its vehicles at each stage of the production process both through extensive use of automation and most importantly through an awareness that people are the 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 only the best job was being done in producing and delivering your vehicle Nissan also takes great care to ensure that when you take your Nissan to your dealer for maintenance the service techni cian will perform his work
24. Serious burns could be caused by high pressure fluid escaping from the radiator ENGINE OIL il CHECKING ENGINE OIL LEVEL 1 Park the vehicle on a level surface and apply the parking brake 2 Start the engine and let it idle until it reaches operating temperature 3 Turn the engine off Wait a few minutes for the oil to drain back into the oil pan 4 Remove the dipstick and wipe it clean Reinsert it all the way Overfull a p Add Normal range ADI0009 5 Remove the dipstick again and check the oil level It should be between the H High and L Low marks If the oil level is below the L Low mark remove the oil filler cap and pour recommended oil through the opening Do not overfill 6 Recheck the oil level with the dipstick It is normal to add some oil between oil maintenance intervals or during the break in period depending on the sever ity of operating conditions Do it yourself 8 5 amp CAUTION e Oil level should be checked regu larly Operating with an insufficient amount of oil can damage the en gine and such damage is not cov ered by warranty 8 6 Do it yourself Oil filler Front ADI0057 LOOSEN CHANGING ENGINE OIL 1 Park the vehicle on a level surface and apply the parking brake 2 Start the engine and let it idle until it reaches operating temperature then turn it off 3 Remove the oil filler cap 4 Place a la
25. Use the autolamp switch to activate the autolamp feature It is to the left of the steering wheel 4 Turn the switch to the right A slight detent in the switch indicates it has been turned past the off position After the switch is turned past the detent the autolamp automatically turns the lamps on and off Shut off delay The length of time the autolamps stay on after the ignition is turned to OFF depends on how far the switch is turned to the right If the switch is turned all the way to the right the headlights stay on about three minutes after the ignition is turned to OFF If the switch is turned only a little way to the right the headlights may stay on for less than a minute To turn the autolamp system off turn the switch all the way to the left until the detent is felt Center defroster vent Photo sensor for autolamp Side defroster Be sure you do not put anything on top of the photo sensor located in the top right side of the instrument panel The photo sensor controls the autolamp if it is covered the photo sensor reacts as if it is dark out and the headlights will illuminate TURN SIGNAL SWITCH CORNERING LIGHT INSTRUMENT BRIGHTNESS CONTROL Right turn a Left turn AICO560 Turn signal Move the lever up or down to signal the turning direction When the turn is com pleted the turn signal cancels automati cally Lane change signal To indicate a la
26. button control dial AIR AIR TEMP FAN RECIRC CONTROL CONTROL CONTROL Heater air conditioner and audio systems 4 7 Heating no air at center vents Air control buttons Air conditioner Fan control dial Temperature control dial Rear seat Air recirculation if so equipped fan controls button AIR AIR TEMP FAN AIC FAN xe RECIRC CONTROL CONTROL CONTROL CONTROL FF OFF FOOT WARM A REAR Rear Seat Controls if so equipped Fo e frr Indicators Temperature Fan control control dial dial Upper vents AIR TEMP FAN CONTROL CONTROL CONTROL LOWER WARM Ea AHA1044 4 8 Heater air conditioner and audio systems Cooling no air at lower vents Air control buttons Air conditioner Fan control dial Temperature control dial Rear seat Air recirculation If so equipped fan controls button AIC AIR AIR TEMP FAN cain RECIRC CONTROL CONTROL CONTROL CONTROL Rear Seat Controls if so equipped Temperature control dial Fan control dial Upper vents AIR TEMP FAN CONTROL CONTROL CONTROL UPPER COOL he AHA0800 Heater air conditioner and audio systems 4 9 HEATER AND AIR CONDITIONER automatic if so equipped Air control buttons Digital display Temperature control P button Air recirculation button A C button AUTOMATIC A WARNING e The air conditioner cooling funct
27. for example each time you check engine oil Check that all windows and lights are clean Visually inspect tires for their appearance and condition Also check tires for proper inflation Lock all doors Position seat and adjust head restraints Adjust inside and outside mirrors Fasten seat belts and ask all passengers to do likewise Check the operation of warning lights when key is turned to the ON position DRIVING WITH AN AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION A WARNING Do not depress the accelerator pedal while shifting from P Park or N Neutral to R Reverse D Drive 2 or 1 Always depress the brake pedal until shifting is completed Failure to do so could cause you to lose control and have an accident Cold engine idle speed is high so use caution when shifting into a for ward or reverse gear before the en gine has warmed up Never shift to P Park or R Reverse while the vehicle is moving This could cause an accident amp CAUTION When stopping the vehicle on an uphill grade do not hold the vehicle by depressing the accelerator pedal The foot brakes should be used for this purpose On slippery roads do not downshift This may cause a loss of conirol The automatic transmission in your vehicle is electronically controlled by a transmission control module to produce maximum power and smooth operation Shown on the following pages are the rec ommended operating procedures for this transmiss
28. hazard warning flasher lights are on The flashers can be actuated with the igni tion switch either OFF or ON Some state laws may prohibit the use of the hazard warning flasher switch while driving CIGARETTE LIGHTER accessory AND ASHTRAY AIC1019 The cigarette lighter element is an acces sory A genuine NISSAN Cigarette Lighter or equivalent can be purchased from an authorized NISSAN dealer The cigarette lighter operates when the ignition switch is in the ACC or ON position Push the lighter in all the way When the lighter is heated it springs out Return the lighter to its original position after use CAUTION The cigarette lighter socket is a power source for the cigarette lighter element only The use of the cigarette lighter socket as a power source for any other accessory is not recommended A WARNING The cigarette lighter should not be used while driving in order that full attention may be given to the driving operation REAR POWER POINT T FLIP lid to open The rear power point is located on the driver s side trim panel of the second row seats Open the cover to gain access to the power point Use the power point to plug in electrical equipment such as a cellular telephone CB radio etc Follow the installation instruc tions included with your electrical equip ment When not in use always close the power point cover AICO581 A CAUTION Wh
29. itis important to select the engine oil viscos ity based on the temperatures at which the vehicle will be operated before the next oil change The chart Recommended SAE viscosity number shows the recommended oil viscosities for the expected ambient tem peratures Choosing an oil viscosity other than that recommended could cause seri ous engine damage Selecting the correct oil filter Your new NISSAN vehicle is equipped with a high quality genuine NISSAN oil filter When replacing use a genuine NISSAN oil filter or its equivalent for the reason de scribed in Change intervals Change intervals The oil and oil filter change intervals for your engine are based on the use of the specified quality oils and filters Oil and filter other than the specified quality or oil and filter change intervals longer than recommended could reduce engine life Damage to the engine caused by improper maintenance or use of incorrect oil and filter quality and or viscosity is not covered by the new NISSAN vehicle warranties Your engine was filled with a high quality engine oil when it was built You do not have to change the oil before the first recom mended change interval Oil and filter change intervals depend upon how you use your vehicle Operation under the following conditions may require more frequent oil and filter changes repeated short distance driving at cold outside temperatures driving in dusty conditio
30. reduce speed to reduce chances of en gine overloading and or overheating If the engine coolant rises to an ex tremely high temperature when the air conditioning system is on turn the air conditioner off Coolant heat can be ad ditionally vented by opening the win dows switching the fan control dial to high and setting the temperature control dial to the WARM position Trailer towing requires more fuel than normal circumstances Avoid towing a trailer for the first 500 miles 800 km of the vehicle s life Have your vehicle serviced more often than at intervals specified in the recom mended Maintenance Schedule When making a turn your trailer wheels will be closer to the inside of the turn than your vehicle wheels To compensate for this make a larger than normal turning radius during the turn Crosswinds and rough roads adversely Technical and consumer information 10 17 affect vehicle trailer handling possibly causing vehicle sway When being passed by larger vehicles be prepared for possible changes in crosswinds that could affect vehicle handling If swaying does occur firmly grip the steering wheel steer straight ahead and immedi ately but gradually reduce vehicle speed This combination helps to stabi lize the vehicle Never increase speed e Be careful when passing other vehicles Passing while towing a trailer requires considerably more distance than normal passing Remember the length of the
31. the filters might become clogged In such an event replace them immediately Maintenance items and intervals with an are recommended by NISSAN for reliable vehicle operation The owner need not perform such maintenance in order to maintain the emission warranty or manufacturer recall liability Other maintenance items and intervals are required 9 6 Maintenance Abbreviations Inspect Correct or replace if necessary MAINTENANCE OPERATION MAINTENANCE INTERVAL Perform at number of miles Miles x 1 000 7 5 15 225 30 37 5 45 52 5 60 tes Monts eee km x 1 000 12 4 B6 48 6 2 84 9 Months 6 12 18 24 30 36 42 48 Chassis and body maintenance Brake lines amp cables l l l l Brake pads discs drums amp linings l l l l l l l l Automatic transaxle fluid See NOTE 1 l l l l Steering gear amp linkage axle amp suspension parts l l l l l l l l Exhaust system l l l l l l l Drive shaft boots l l l l l l l 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 fluid at every 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 Maintenance 9 7 Schedule Two Abbreviations R Replace Inspect Correct or replace if necessary At the mileage intervals only MAINTENANCE OPERATION M
32. trailer must also pass the other vehicle before you can safely change lanes e To maintain engine braking efficiency and electrical charging performance do not use overdrive e Avoid holding the brake pedal down too long or too frequently This could cause the brakes to overheat resulting in re duced braking efficiency When towing a trailer change fluid in the transmission more frequently For addi tional information see the Mainte nance section earlier in this manual UNIFORM TIRE QUALITY GRADING Department of Transportation DOT Qual ity Grades All passenger car tires must conform to Federal Safety Requirements in addition to these grades Treadwear Treadwear grade is a comparative rating based on tire wear rate when tested under controlled conditions on specified govern ment test courses For example a tire graded 150 would wear one and a half 1 1 2 times as well on the government course as a tire graded 100 However relative tire performance depends on actual driving conditions and may vary signifi cantly due to variations in driving habits service practices and differences in road characteristics and climate Traction AA A B and C The traction grades from highest to lowest are AA A B and C Those grades repre sent the tire s ability to stop on wet pave ment as measured under controlled condi tions on specified government test surfaces of asphalt and concrete A tire marked C
33. 12 hours of play to help maintain the best playback sound and proper tape operation REW and FF Push the REW rewind or FF fast forward button for the desired direction When using REW push the FF button momentarily to stop the tape and resume playing Similarly when using FF push the REW button mo mentarily to stop the tape and resume play ing Automatic Music Search AMS Pushing the SEEK button while playing a cassette tape activates the Automatic Music Search AMS mode Press lt SEEK to rewind the tape to the previous selection or press SEEK to forward the tape to the next selection This system searches for the blank intervals between selections If there is a blank inter val within one program or there is no interval between programs the system may not stop in the desired or expected location Changing the direction of tape play Press the SIDE 1 2 button to reverse the tape to the opposite track The display win dow indicates the track being played with a 1 or 2 Stopping and ejecting the cassette tape Push the EJ button The cassette tape automatically ejects from the player and the radio turns off A tape may be ejected with the ignition switch in the ON or OFF posi tion Dolby NR noise reduction Push the DO button for Dolby NR en coded tapes to reduce high frequency tape noise When activated a 7 appears in the display window Dolby NR is manufactured under license from Dolby L
34. 60 km h Accelerator downshift In D position For rapid passing or hill climbing fully depress the accelerator pedal to the floor This shifts the transmission down into third gear second gear or first gear depending on the vehicle speed Fail safe When the Fail safe operation occurs the next time the key is turned to the ON position the O D OFF light blinks for ap proximately 8 seconds after coming on for 2 seconds While the vehicle can be driven under these circumstances please note that the gears in the automatic transmission will be locked in 3rd gear NOTE If the vehicle is driven under extreme conditions such as excessive wheel spinning and subsequent hard braking the Fail safe system may be activated This will occur even if all electrical circuits are functioning properly In this case turn the ignition key OFF and wait for 3 seconds Then turn the key back to the ON position The vehicle should return to its normal operating condition If it does not re turn to its normal operating condition have an authorized NISSAN dealer check the trans mission and repair if necessary OVERDRIVE SWITCH Serene 0 Cea PUSH off on ASDO0561 Each time your vehicle is started the trans mission is automatically reset to overdrive ON ON For normal driving the overdrive switch is engaged The transmission is upshifted into overdrive as the vehicle speed increases The overdrive
35. Welcome To The World Of NISSAN Se NISSAN RESEARCH amp DEVELOPMENT INC in Farmington Hills Michigan NISSAN MOTOR MANUFACTURING CORPORATION U S A in Smyrna Tennessee AFWO001 Your new Nissan is the result of our dedication to produce the finest in safe reliable and economi cal transportation Your vehicle is the product of a successful worldwide company that manufac tures cars and trucks in over 17 countries and distributes them in 170 nations Nissan vehicles are designed and manufactured by Nissan Motor Co Ltd which was founded in Tokyo Japan in 1933 and Nissan affiliates world wide collectively growing to become the fifth larg est automaker in the world In addition to cars and trucks Nissan also makes textile machinery forklift trucks marine engines boats and other products Nissan has made a substantial and growing investment in North America starting with the opening of Nissan Motor Corporation U S A in 1960 and continuing with the production of some cars and trucks at one of the world s most modern manufacturing facilities Nissan Motor Manufacturing Corporation U S A in Smyrna Tennessee vehicle styling at Nissan Design International in San Diego California and engi neering at Nissan Research and Development in Farmington Hills Michigan Nissan Motor Corporation U S A and its dealers employ about 60 000 Americans
36. a top tether strap may the child seat Occupants should sitat be placed at the outboard positions on the 1 Route the tether strap under the head locations where seat belts can be used three passenger bench seat when the bench restraint and between the head restraint Remember to always wear your seat seat is in the second row location Once the supports belt child restraint is properly secured to the seat 2 Hook the tether strap into the large hole see Installation at second and third row on the tongue of the third row outboard positions earlier in this section lap shoulder belt located near the upper follow the directions below to attach the and lower rear corners of the vehicle tether strap to the third row lap shoulder belt tongue located on the same side of the vehicle as the child restraint Seats restraints and supplemental air bag systems 1 51 3 Adjust the tether strap until the hook is about one foot behind the seatback 4 Pull on the third row shoulder belt until all of the belt is fully extended At this time the belt retractor is in the automatic lock ing mode child restraint mode The lap shoulder belt reverts back to emer gency locking mode when it is discon nected from the tether strap and fully retracted 5 Allow the belt to retract Tighten the tether strap to remove any slack 6 Before placing the child in the child re straint use force to tilt the child restraint from side to side and t
37. according to the quality standards that have been established by the factory Safety has also been built into your Nissan As you know seat belts are an integral part of the safety systems that will help protect you and your passengers in the event of a sudden stop or an accident We urge you to use the belts every time you drive the vehicle The Nissan story of growth and achievement reflects our major goal to provide you our customer with a vehicle that is built with quality and craftsmanship a product that we can be proud to build and you can be proud to own NISSAN CUSTOMER CARE PROGRAM NISSAN CARES Both NISSAN and your NISSAN dealer are dedicated to serving all your automotive needs Your satisfaction with your vehicle and your NISSAN dealer are our primary concerns Your NISSAN dealer is always available to assist you with all your automobile sales and service needs However if there is something that your NISSAN dealer cannot assist you with or you would like to provide NISSAN directly with comments or questions please contact our NISSAN s Consumer Affairs De partment using our toll free number For U S mainland and Alaska customers 1 800 NISSAN 1 1 800 647 7261 For Hawaii customers 808 836 0888 Oahu Number For Canada customers 1 800 387 0122 The Consumer Affairs Department will ask for the following infor mation Your name address and telephone number Vehicle identification num
38. and the seat belt is allowed to wind back into the retractor for the passenger side of the two passenger bench seat the auxilliary buckle must also be released the auto matic locking mode child restraint mode is canceled The seat belt may be used as normal and will only lock during a sudden stop or impact Seats restraints and supplemental air bag systems 1 45 REAR FACING INSTALLATION AT SECOND AND THIRD ROW OUTBOARD POSITIONS The following instructions apply to second row bucket seats the second row bench seat and the outboard positions of the three passenger bench seat amp WARNING When installing a child restraint in the two passenger bench seat if it is placed in the seating position next to the sliding door be sure both the aux iliary buckle and main buckle are prop erly fastened Failure to do so could increase the chance and or severity of injury in an accident amp WARNING e The three point belt in your vehicle is equipped with a locking mode re tractor which must be used when installing a child restraint e Failure to use the retractor s locking mode will result in the child restraint not being properly secured The seat could tip over or otherwise be unse cured and cause injury to the child in a sudden stop or collision 1 46 Seats restraints and supplemental air bag systems Rear facing Front ARS 1069 When you install a child restraint in a rear outboard seat fo
39. bag systems section of this manual amp WARNING If the supplemental air bag warning light is on it could mean that the supplemental air bag will not operate in an accident Low washer fluid warning w 1 light This light comes on when the washer fluid is at a low level Add washer fluid as neces sary See the Do it yourself section of this manual M Brake warning light This light functions for both the parking brake and the foot brake systems When the ignition key is in the ON position the light comes on when the parking brake is applied and also warns of a low brake fluid level If the light comes on while the engine is running with the parking brake not applied stop the vehicle and perform the following Instruments and controls 2 7 1 Check the brake fluid level Add brake fluid as necessary See Brake fluid in the Do it yourself section of this manual 2 If the brake fluid level is correct have the warning system checked by an autho rized NISSAN dealer amp WARNING e Your brake system may not be work ing properly if the warning light is on Driving could be dangerous If you judge it to be safe drive care fully to the nearest service station for repairs Otherwise have your ve hicle towed e Pressing the brake pedal with the engine stopped and or low brake fluid level may increase your stop ping distance and braking will re quire gr
40. be against your body In an acci dent you could be thrown into it and receive neck or other serious inju ries You could also slide under the lap belt and receive serious internal injuries For most effective protection when the vehicle is in motion the seat should be upright Always sit well back in the seat and adjust the seat belt properly See Precautions on Seat Belt Usage later in this section When adjusting or moving any of the seats in your vehicle do not use any of the seat belt buckles tongues or webbing to carry or move the seats Lifting the seats by any of the seat belts could damage them Damaged seat belts should be replaced at your NISSAN dealer Failure to follow these instructions could increase the chance and or severity of injury in an accident CAUTION The seats are heavy Two people should remove or install them 1 10 Seats restraints and supplemental air bag systems e Do not sit in seats that have been removed from the vehicle They may tip over and you could be injured 1 Lift the recliner lever Fold the seatback fully forward Second row passenger side 3 Unlock the seat legs at the two front floor latch levers 4 Lift the front of the seat and slide it rearward off the rear anchor positions levers inside of seat legs Second row driver side bucket seat Slide seat rearward RES LIFT to release YY floor latch levers APDO124 Se
41. been driven for a long time at high speeds or in city traffic in hot weather or if it is being used to pull a trailer the accurate fluid level cannot be read You should wait until the fluid has cooled down about 30 minutes POWER STEERING FLUID LOOSEN y y Check the fluid level in the reservoir The fluid level should be checked by looking at the MAX and MIN lines at fluid tempera tures of 32 F to 86 F 0 C to 30 C If the fluid is below the MIN line add auto matic transmission fluid type F up to the MAX line amp CAUTION e Do not overfill e The recommended fluid is type F automatic transmission fluid or equivalent Do it yourself 8 9 BRAKE FLUID ADIO018 Check the fluid level in the reservoir If the fluid is below the MIN line or the brake warning light comes on add DOT 3 fluid up to the MAX line If fluid must be added frequently the system should be thoroughly checked by an authorized NISSAN dealer For further brake fluid specification informa tion refer to the Technical and Consumer Information section in this manual 8 10 Do it yourself A WARNING Use only new fluid Old inferior or contaminated fluid may damage the brake system The use of improper flu ids can damage the brake system and affect the vehicle s stopping ability CAUTION Do not spill the fluid on painted sur faces This will damage the paint If fluid is spilled wash wit
42. brakes and to prevent the brakes from overheating reduce speed and downshift to a lower gear before going down a slope or long grade Overheated brakes may reduce braking performance and could result in loss of vehicle control A WARNING e While driving on a slippery surface be careful when braking accelerat ing or downshifting Abrupt braking actions or sudden acceleration could cause the wheels to skid and result in an accident e If the engine is not running or is turned off while driving the power assist for the brakes will not work Braking will be harder ANTI LOCK BRAKE SYSTEM ABS if so equipped The anti lock brake system controls the brakes at each wheel so the wheels do not lock when braking abruptly or when braking on slippery surfaces The system detects the rotation speed at each wheel and varies the brake fluid pressure to prevent each wheel from locking and sliding By preventing wheel lockup the system helps the driver maintain steering control and helps to minimize swerv ing and spinning on slippery surfaces Using the system Depress the brake pedal and hold it down amp WARNING Do not pump the brake pedal Doing so may result in increased stopping dis tances Normal operation The anti lock brake system does not operate at speeds below 3 to 6 MPH 5 to 10 km h The speeds vary according to road condi tions When the anti lock system senses one or more wheels are close to locking u
43. carrier SCHEDULE TWO Follow Periodic Maintenance Schedule Two if none of the driving conditions shown in Schedule One apply to your driving habits Maintenance 9 5 Schedule One Abbreviations R Replace Inspect Correct or replace if necessary I At the mileage intervals only MAINTENANCE OPERATION MAINTENANCE INTERVAL Perform at number of miles Miles x 1 000 3 75 7 511 25 1518 75 22 526 25 3033 75 37 541 25 4548 75 52 556 25 60 kilometers or months km x 1 000 6 12 18 24 30 36 42 48 54 60 66 72 78 84 90 96 whichever comes iirst Months 3 6 9 12 15 18 21 24 27 30 33 36 39 42 45 48 Emission control system maintenance Drive 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 Replace every 30 000 miles 48 000 km or 36 months Engine coolant R R R R R R R R R R R R R R R R Engine oil Engine oil filter Use NISSAN Premium type or equivalent R R R R R R R R R R R R RR R R R Spark plugs R R Timing belt Replace every 105 000 miles 168 000 km 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
44. check locations 8 3 Engine coolant temperature gauge 2 4 Engine cooling system ee 8 4 Engine Oll sisccsssccssscuscsseccceseeseceaseseeatavestess 8 5 Engine oil and oil filter FECOMMENAATION siinse Engine oil pressure warning light Engine oil viscosity ccsssseeseesees Engine serial number ee Starting the engine Exhaust gas Carbon monoxide Five passenger seating cee 1 66 Five passenger seating with cargo room Flashers See hazard warning flasher SWIC sds ctszxcecsecetexssnndssecsecwstessssesuecneertarasts 2 16 Flat tite sccicccssecesestescesveaessisesstvvicrsisedensvecreseess 6 2 Flexible SCALING vcisecasceveccceescassevespecsecwornecseess 1 8 Floor mat positioning 1 65 1 68 Floor mat positioning aid 1 68 Fluid Automatic transmission fluid ATF 8 8 Brake fui c nccscccccsneesecsceesdascceneess 10 2 8 10 Capacities and recommended fuel WWDHICANIS asrine 10 2 Engine COON sisisi 8 4 ENGINE Oil heeren se aasa E 8 5 Power steering fluid 0 10 2 8 9 Window washer fluid ee 8 10 F M V S S certification label 6 10 10 Fuel Capacities and recommended fuel WWDTiCANIS ariano kdo 10 2 Fuel CCONOMY irristan 5 12 Fuel filler lid and cap 3 16 Fuel filler lid lock opener lever 3 16 FLUC QAUG Co ct cantisbes scxsdinsthncnaes casndtgeandas 2 5 Fuel octane rating cscc
45. compounds or cleaners that may damage the vehicle finish If the surface does not polish easily use a road tar remover and wax again Machine compounding or aggressive pol ishing on a base coat clear coat paint finish may dull the finish or leave swirl marks Removing spots Remove tar and oil spots industrial dust insects and tree sap as quickly as possible from the surface of the paint to avoid lasting damage or staining Special cleaning prod ucts are available at an authorized NISSAN dealer or any automotive accessory store Underbody In areas where road salt is used in winter the underbody must be cleaned regularly This prevents dirt and salt from building up and causing underbody and suspension corrosion Before the winter period and again in the spring the underseal must be checked and if necessary re treated Cleaning glass Use glass cleaner to remove smoke and dust film from the glass surfaces It is nor mal for glass to become coated with a film after the vehicle is parked in the hot sun Glass cleaner and a soft cloth easily remove this film CAUTION When cleaning the inside of the win dow do not use sharp edged tools abrasive cleaners or chlorine based disinfectant cleaners They could dam age the rear window defogger Cleaning aluminum alloy wheels Wash regularly especially during winter months in areas where road salt is used Salt could discolor the wheel if not removed
46. could be struck by the supple mental air bag in a crash and could seriously injure or kill your child NISSAN recommends that child re straints be installed in the rear seat However if you install a forward facing child restraint in the front pas ARS1046 senger seat move the passenger seat to the rearmost position A child restraint with a top strap should not be used in the front passenger seat amp WARNING e The three point belt in your vehicle is equipped with a locking mode re tractor which must be used when installing a child restraint Failure to use the retractor s locking mode will result in the child restraint not being properly secured The seat 1 54 Seats restraints and supplemental air bag systems could tip over or otherwise be unse cured and cause injury to the child in a sudden stop or collision Front facing Move seat fully back ARS 1036 If you must install a child restraint in the front seat follow these steps 1 Position the child restraint on the front passenger seat It should be placed in a forward facing direction only Move the seat to the rearmost position Always follow the child restraint manufacturer s instructions Child restraints for infants must be used in the rear facing direc tion and therefore must not be used in the front seat INSERT to fasten ARS1073 2 Route the seat belt tongue through the child restrain
47. country 10 9 Vehicle identification ee eeeeeeeeeeeeeeeereneeees 10 9 Vehicle identification number VIN plate 10 9 Engine serial MUMbEGM sisii 10 9 F M V S S certification label eee 10 10 Emission control information label 10 10 WIR PlACANG sess sends scieasetes sve secwececevseceetentecescevereveese 10 11 Air conditioner specification label 000 10 11 Installing the license plate eee eeee 10 11 Vehicle loading information ceeeeeeeeee 10 12 Trailer tOWING c ceccccnceesejeceeceesesecceeeseitenceceneseees 10 13 Uniform tire quality grading 10 18 Emission control system warranty s e 10 19 Reporting safety defects USA seers 10 19 Readiness for inspection maintenance I M OST a e a oea a ai 10 20 CAPACITIES AND RECOMMENDED FUEL LUBRICANTS The following are approximate capacities The actual refill capacities may be a little different When refilling follow the procedure instructed in the Do it yourself section to determine the proper refill capacity Capacity Approximate US Liter Recommended Fluids amp Lubricants measure Bue 20 gal 757 ing of at least 87 AKI RON ODU Engine oil Refill With oil filter 4 1 4 gt 40 API SG or SH and Energy Conserving II 2 Without oil filter 3 7 8 qt 3 6 API Certification Mark 2 Cooling system With reservoir tank With rear heater 12 3 4 qt 12 1 Anti freeze coolant Wit
48. each trip set the trip odometer to zero by pushing the RESET button 2 4 Instruments and controls TACHOMETER Red zone A A T o RPMx1000 J DO NOT REV engine into red zone AIC0110 The tachometer indicates engine speed in revolutions per minute RPM CAUTION When engine speed approaches the red zone shift to a higher gear Oper ating the engine in the red zone may cause serious engine damage TEMP a AIC0004 This gauge indicates the engine coolant temperature The engine coolant tempera ture varies with the outside air temperature and driving conditions amp CAUTION If the gauge indicates engine coolant temperature above the normal range stop the vehicle as soon as safely pos sible If the engine is overheated con tinued operation of the vehicle may seriously damage the engine See the In case of emergency section for immediate action required FUEL GAUGE VF 1 2 e FUEL Y AIC0005 This gauge indicates the approximate fuel level in the tank The gauge may move slightly during brak ing turning acceleration or going up or down hills The gauge needle remains in approximately the same position even when the ignition key is turned OFF The low fuel warning light comes on when the amount of fuel in the tank is getting low Refill the fuel tank before the gauge registers E empty amp CAUTION If the vehicle is driven with
49. front or rear of the vehicle Never pull the vehicle at an angle e Pulling devices such as ropes or canvas straps are not recommended for use in vehicle towing or recovery e Stand clear of a stuck vehicle amp WARNING Do not spin your tires at high speed This could cause them to explode and result in serious injury Parts of your vehicle could also overheat and be damaged 7 Appearance and care Cleaning exterior and interior cceeeeeeeeeeeeee 7 2 Corrosion protectiOn ecccesceeeseeesesseeeeeeeneeteaes 7 4 CLEANING EXTERIOR AND INTERIOR AI1002M In order to maintain the appearance of your vehicle it is important to take proper care of it In the following cases please wash your vehicle as soon as possible to protect the paint surface e after a rainfall to prevent possible dam age from acid rain e after driving on coastal roads when contaminants such as soot bird droppings tree sap metal particles or bugs get on the paint surface 7 2 Appearance and care e when dust or mud builds up on the surface Whenever possible store or park your ve hicle inside a garage or in a covered area When it is necessary to park outside park in a shady area or protect the vehicle with a body cover Be careful not to scratch the paint sur face when putting on or removing a body cover Washing Wash dirt off with a wet sponge and plenty of water Clean the vehicle thor
50. it back into the cover and lift the cover to its original position against the side of the seat amp WARNING The driver should not pull out the cup holder or remove or insert cups into the cup holder while driving in order that full attention may be given to the driving operation amp CAUTION Avoid abrupt starting and braking when the cup holder is being used to prevent spilling the drink If the liq uid is hot it can scald you or your passenger Use only soft cups in the cup holder Hard objects can injure you in an accident Instruments and controls 2 19 2nd row cup holder APD0821 Second row cup holder if so equipped Vehicles equipped with Captain s chairs in the second row have a cup holder attached to the side of the left seat Pull the cup holder out from the seat to use it 2 20 Instruments and controls POWER WINDOW A WARNING e Make sure that all passengers have their hands etc inside the vehicle before closing the windows Use the window lock switch to prevent unex pected use of the power windows e Do not leave children unattended in side the vehicle They could un knowingly activate switches or con trols and become trapped in a window Unattended children could become involved in serious acci dents Driver side Power window lock out button N AIC0586 Driver side Passenger side The main switch on the driver side opens or closes
51. lever to lock the seat in position ward again pull the lever and move your body forward The seatback moves forward Release the lever to lock the seatback in position Seats restraints and supplemental air bag systems 1 3 POWER FRONT SEAT ADJUSTMENT if so equipped amp WARNING e Do not adjust the driver s seat while driving The seat may move sud denly and could cause loss of con trol of the vehicle e Do not leave children unattended in side the vehicle They could unknow ingly activate switches or controls Unattended children could become involved in serious accidents Forward and backward Recline Forward and backward adjustment Reclining To move the seat forward push the raised To recline the seat back push the indented e The motor has an auto reset overload side of the power slide switch To move the side of the power recliner switch To return protection circuit If the motor stops dur seat backward push the indented side of to a more upright position push the raised ing operation wait 30 seconds then re the switch Release the switch to stop the side of the switch Release the switch to activate the switch movement of the seat stop the movement of the seatback e Do not operate the power support seat for a long period of time when the engine is off This discharges the battery Operating tips 1 4 Seats restraints and supplemental air bag systems Driver side power support seat c
52. lines Check the fuel hoses piping and connections for leaks looseness or deterioration Replace any damaged parts Fuel filter If the vehicle is operated under extremely adverse weather conditions or in areas where ambient temperatures are ei ther extremely low or extremely high the 9 10 Maintenance filter might become clogged In such an event replace the filter immediately Engine coolant Changing engine cool ant can be performed by your NISSAN dealer or procedures can be found in the Service Manual Improper air relief after changing coolant can result in reduced heater performance and overheating Engine oil amp oil filter Under normal driving conditions the engine oil and oil filter should be replaced in accordance with the maintenance schedule However under se vere driving conditions they may have to be replaced more frequently Spark plugs Replace with new plugs having the correct heat range Timing belt Replace the timing belt for driving the camshaft Chassis and body maintenance Brake lines amp cables Check the brake lines and hoses including brake booster vacuum hoses connections amp check valve and parking brake cables for proper attach ment leaks cracks chafing abrasion de terioration etc Brake pads discs drums amp linings Check these and the other brake compo nents for wear deterioration and leaks Un der severe driving conditions they
53. may have to be inspected more frequently Automatic transmission fluid Check the fluid level and visually inspect for signs of leakage Under severe driving conditions the fluid should be replaced at the specified interval Steering gear amp linkage axle amp suspen sion parts and drive shaft boots Check for damage looseness and leakage of oil or grease Under severe driving conditions they may have to be inspected more frequently Exhaust system Visually check the ex haust pipes muffler and hangers for proper attachment leaks cracks chafing abra sion deterioration etc Under severe driv ing conditions inspection should be per formed more frequently Supplemental air bag system Check the supplemental air bag system compo nents for proper attachment damage de formities cracks rust etc Work around and on the supplemental air bag system should be done by an authorized NISSAN dealer 10 Technical and consumer information Capacities and recommended fuel lubricants 10 2 Fuel recommendation sccceesseeeseeeeeeteeeenees 10 2 Engine oil and oil filter recommendation 10 4 Recommended SAE viscosity numbet 10 6 Air conditioner system refrigerant and lubricant recommendations eeeeeeeeeeeeeeee 10 6 ENGINE ginsir enea 10 7 Wheel tite SIZ wicrccisedecrecs scene i 10 8 Dimensions and weights seeen 10 8 Registering your vehicle in another
54. needed for proper op eration of the fuel system and emis sion control system An incorrect cap can result in a serious malfunc tion and possible injury Never pour fuel into the throttle body to attempt to start your vehicle CAUTION e If fuel is spilled on the vehicle body flush it away with water to avoid paint damage Tighten until the cap clicks Failure to tighten the fuel cap properly may cause the F malfunction indica tor light MIL to illuminate If this occurs securely close the fuel filler cap After driving for a while the light should remain off If the light remains on have the vehicle in spected by an authorized NISSAN dealer For additional information see the Malfunction indicator light MIL in the Instruments and controls sec tion TILTING STEERING WHEEL OUTSIDE MIRROR CONTROL MIRRORS J L R Left mirror position DOWN Right mirror position APD0808 Push the lock lever down and adjust the steering wheel up or down to the desired position Pull the lock lever up firmly to lock the steering wheel in place Gently pull down on the wheel to be sure it is properly locked A WARNING Do not adjust the steering wheel while driving You could lose control of your vehicle and cause an accident Electric control type The outside mirrors operate only when the ignition switch is in the ACC or ON position Move the switch to select the righ
55. or downhill no curb ASDO007 A WARNING Safe parking procedures require that both the parking brake be set and the transmission placed into P Park position Failure to do so could cause the vehicle to move unexpectedly or roll away and result in an accident Make sure the shift lever has been pushed up as far as it can go and cannot be moved without pulling it towards you 3 To help prevent the vehicle from rolling into the street when parked on a sloping driveway it is a good practice to turn the wheels as illustrated e HEADED DOWNHILL WITH CURB Turn the wheels toward the curb and move the vehicle forward until the curb side wheel gently touches the curb e HEADED UPHILL WITH CURB Turn the wheels away from the curb and move the vehicle back until the curb side wheel gently touches the curb e HEADED UPHILL OR DOWNHILL NO CURB Turn the wheels toward the side of the road so the vehicle will move away from the center of the road if it moves 4 Turn the ignition key to the LOCK posi tion and remove the key A WARNING e Never leave the engine running while the vehicle is unattended e Do not leave children unattended in side the vehicle They could unknow ingly activate switches or controls Unattended children could become involved in serious accidents Starting and driving 5 13 POWER STEERING SYSTEM The power assisted steering is designed to use a hydraulic pump dri
56. rear volume controls can only increase the volume to the level at which the front radio volume control is set Headphones are not included with the ve 4 24 Heater air conditioner and audio systems hicle Most portable radio headphones work with the rear audio controls When the rear seat controls are on push the SPKRS ON OFF button to turn all speakers off Push again to turn all speak ers on If the rear audio system was on when the ignition was turned OFF the audio system remembers and the rear system is still on when the engine is started again The sys tem also remembers if the speakers were ON or OFF Therefore the speakers may have to be turned on again by pressing the SPKRS ON OFF button or turning the rear audio controls off CB RADIO OR CAR PHONE Microphone installed model If equipped with a genuine NISSAN cellular phone your NISSAN features a non directional microphone in the steering col umn cover so it is not necessary to look at or speak directly into the microphone when calling To do so could detract from the driving Operation and cause an accident See the manual for car phone operation Pre wired and antenna for phone installed model Some models are pre wired to accept the genuine NISSAN cellular phone In addition the same model has the phone antenna built into the rear glass window When installing a CB ham radio a car phone or other transmitters in your NISSAN be
57. row bench seat There is a two buckle seat belt system for the seating position of the second row bench seat next to the sliding door Seats restraints and supplemental air bag systems 1 31 A WARNING e It is very important that you follow the instructions in this section be fore anyone rides in this seating po sition of the two passenger bench seat e Failure to do so may result in im proper positioning of seat belt which could lead to increased likelihood or severity of injury in a sudden stop or collision Two passenger bench seat Upper seat belt anchor clip for belt storage tongue attached to auxiliary Lower seat buckl belt anchor ies Seat belt anchor location Nji Sliding door Seat belt clip for storage of seat belt when not in use I I Single window tongue APD0123 Double window tongue The two passenger bench seat in the sec ond row has a seat belt system made up of two buckles and two tongues There are two body attaching points one upper and one lower that attach each end of the seat belt webbing 1 32 Seats restraints and supplemental air bag systems One of the seat belt tongues has two win dows or holes and the other has only one window The seat belt tongue with one window attaches to the auxiliary buckle mounted to the side of the seat The seat belt tongue with two windows should be positioned properly and
58. seat e ALWAYS provide information about the proper use of vehicle safety features to all occupants of the vehicle e ALWAYS review this Owner s Manual for important safety information 1997 NISSAN NORTH AMERICA INC TORRANCE CALIFORNIA All rights reserved No part of this Owner s Manual may be reproduced or stored in a retrieval system or transmitted in any form or by any means electronic mechanical photocopying recording or otherwise without the prior written permission of Nissan North America Inc NOTES ON THE INFORMATION CONTAINED IN THIS OWNER S MANUAL This Owner s Manual contains descriptions and operating in structions for all systems features and optional equipment that might appear in any model of this vehicle built for any destina tion in North America including the continental United States Canada and Hawaii Therefore you may find information in this manual that does not apply to your vehicle MODIFICATION OF YOUR VEHICLE This vehicle should not be modified Modification could affect its performance safety or durability and may even violate governmental regulations In addition damage or performance problems resulting from modifications may not be covered under NISSAN warranties All information specifications and illustrations in this manual are those in effect at the time of printing NISSAN reserves the right to change specifications or design without notice and without obligation
59. should be prop erly restrained and if appropriate in a child restraint The belt should be adjusted to a snug fit Failure to do so may reduce the effectiveness of the entire restraint system and increase the chance or severity of injury in an accident Seri ous injury or death can occur if the seat belt is not worn properly A Always route the shoulder belt over your shoulder and across your chest Never run the belt behind your back under your arm or across your neck The belt should be away from your face and neck but not falling off your shoulder Position the lap belt as low and snug as possible AROUND THE HIPS NOT THE WAIST A lap belt worn too high could increase the risk of inter nal injuries in an accident Seats restraints and supplemental air bag systems 1 25 ARS1050 e Be sure the seat belt tongue is se curely fastened to the proper buckle e Do not wear the belt inside out or twisted Doing so may reduce its effectiveness e Do not allow more than one person to use the same seat belt e Never carry more people in the ve hicle than there are seat belts ARS1049 e If the seat belt warning light glows continuously while the ignition is turned ON with all doors closed and all seat belts fastened it may indi cate a malfunction in the system Have the system checked by an au thorized NISSAN dealer 1 26 Seats restraints an
60. similar objects might become stuck in the seat tracks Failure to replace the floor mats might result in personal injury Be sure to keep the seat tracks clear of debris by cleaning them periodically Review the following illustrations so you will know the proper way to place the floor mats with the various seating arrangements available in your vehicle Seats restraints and supplemental air bag systems 1 65 APD0849 FIVE PASSENGER SEATING 1 66 Seats restraints and supplemental air bag systems Narrow Floor mat mat positioning pin FIVE PASSENGER SEATING WITH CARGO ROOM The step mat is not used in this seating configuration Wide Floor mat mat positioning pin THREE PASSENGER BENCH SEAT IN FULLY FORWARD POSITION The step mat is not used in this seating configuration APDO00851 Seats restraints and supplemental air bag systems 1 67 Floor mat positioning pin Floor mat Step mat ed Seat track APDO0083 FLOOR MAT POSITIONING AID Positioning pins are attached to three of the floor mats The cargo mat and front mats do not have pins However the front floor mats each have a grommet which is placed over the floor mat positioning brackets located at the base of the front seats Push the positioning pins into the seat tracks to ensure correct installation then straighten the mats as necessary The step mat has holes in addition to pin
61. sound when the vehicle is in motion whether or not the brake pedal is depressed Have the brakes checked as soon as possible if the warning sound is heard Malfunction indica ENGINE OF ENGINI tor light MIL If the malfunction indicator light comes on steady or blinks while the engine is running it may indicate a potential emission control problem The malfunction indicator light may also come on steady or blink if the fuel filler cap has not been closed tightly or if the fuel tank is nearly empty Check to make sure the fuel cap is secure and that you have at least three gallons of fuel in the fuel tank After driving for a while the light should remain off if no other potential emission control system problem exists Operation The malfunction indicator light will come on in one of two ways 1 Malfunction indicator light on steady An emission control system malfunction has been detected Have the vehicle in spected by an authorized NISSAN dealer You do not need to have your vehicle towed to the dealer 2 Malfunction indicator light blinking An engine misfire has been detected which may damage the emission control sys tem To reduce or avoid emission control system damage e do not drive at speeds above 45 MPH 72 km h e avoid hard acceleration or decelera tion avoid steep uphill grades e if possible reduce the amount of cargo being hauled or towed The malfunctio
62. the auxiliary buckle mounted to the side of the seat and store the tongue out of the way For detailed information see Two buckle seat belt system for the second row bench seat later in this section 4 Unlock the seat legs at the two front floor latch levers 5 Lift the front of the seat 6 Slide it rearward off the rear anchor positions Installing the second row bench seat ATTACH tongue to buckle CATCH seat leg hooks Installing the second row bench seat Clean the area around the seat leg floor anchors before installing the seat 1 With the seatback fully folded place the seat behind the floor anchors and catch the seat leg hooks into each floor anchor 2 Push down on the front of the seat cush ion to secure the two front floor latches 3 Lift up the recliner lever and raise the seatback 4 Rock the seat back and forth to be sure all four seat legs are securely latched 5 Insert the single window tongue into the auxiliary buckle mounted to the side of the seat Seats restraints and supplemental air bag systems 1 9 Fold seatback forward APDO0072 Removing second row bucket seats A WARNING Do not remove or install seats while the vehicle is moving After adjustment gently rock in the seat to make sure it is securely locked Do not ride in a moving vehicle when the seatback is reclined This can be dangerous The shoulder belt will not
63. the corre sponding door From that position re turning the key to Neutral where the key can only be removed and inserted and turning it to the rear again within 2 sec onds unlocks all doors This function and locking all doors can be operated from the driver passenger or sliding door Pre driving checks and adjustments 3 7 MULTI REMOTE CONTROL SYSTEM if so equipped It is possible to lock unlock all doors turn the interior lights on or off and activate the panic alarm by using the remote controller from outside the vehicle Be sure to remove the key from the vehicle before locking the doors and leaving it The remote controller can operate at a distance of approximately 49 ft 15 m from the vehicle The effective distance depends on the conditions around the vehicle As many as four remote controllers can be used with one vehicle For more information concerning the purchase and use of addi tional remote controllers contact an autho rized NISSAN dealer amp CAUTION Listed below are conditions or occur rences which will damage the remote coniroller e Do not allow the remote controller to become wet e Do not drop the remote controller e Do not strike the remote controller sharply against another object 3 8 Pre driving checks and adjustments e Do not place the remote controller for an extended period in an area where temperatures exceed 140 F 60 C Locking doors 1 2 Close al
64. the luggage area Installing the anchor bracket requires re moving the bolt already installed at the anchor point and using a metric bolt of the dimensions listed below Bolt diameter 8 0 mm Bolt length more than 1 18 in 30 mm Thread pitch 1 25 mm A WARNING e Bolts should be installed at all times to prevent the possibility of exhaust fumes entering the passenger com partment through the holes Child restraint anchor points are de signed to withstand only those loads imposed by correctly fitted child re straints Under no circumstances are they to be used for adult seat belts or harnesses Latch the tether strap hook onto the appro priate anchor bracket The tether strap should be secured to the floor anchor bracket which provides the straightest in stallation Top strap attaching bolt Anchor point locations Anchor point locations Anchor point attaching bolts are located under the carpet of the rear luggage area floor A WARNING The anchor bolt should be installed at all times to prevent the possibility of exhaust fumes entering the passenger compartment through the holes Seats restraints and supplemental air bag systems 1 53 Move seat fully back ARS1075 Installation on front passenger seat A WARNING e Never install a rear facing child re straint in the front passenger seat Supplemental air bags inflate with great force A rear facing child re straint
65. the parking brake When parking on a hill apply the parking brake first then shift the lever into the P Park position Shifting from P Park If the ignition switch is in the ON position and the foot brake pedal is depressed but the shift lever still cannot be moved out of P Park follow these instructions 1 Shut the engine off and remove the key 2 Apply the parking brake 3 Reinsert the ignition key and turn it clock wise to the first position ACC 4 Depress the brake pedal move the gear shift lever to N Neutral 5 Start the engine R Reverse Use this position to back up Always be sure the vehicle is completely stopped Depress the brake pedal then pull the shift lever toward you and move it to the R Reverse position N Neutral Neither forward nor reverse gear is en gaged The engine can be started in this position You may shift to N Neutral and restart a stalled engine while the vehicle is moving D Drive Use this position for all normal forward driving 2 Second gear Use for hill climbing or engine braking on downhill grades Do not downshift into 2 at speeds above 63 MPH 100 km h Do not exceed 63 MPH 100 km h in 2 1 Low gear Use 1 when climbing steep hills slowly or driving slowly through deep snow sand or mud or for maximum engine braking on steep downhill grades Do not exceed 38 MPH 60 km h in 1 Do not shift into 1 at speeds above 38 MPH
66. 005 AN CHILD SAFETY SLIDING DOOR LOCK Child safety locking helps prevent doors from being opened accidentally especially when small children are in the vehicle When the lever is in the LOCK position the sliding door can be opened only from the outside Pre driving checks and adjustments 3 5 Driver side y Door lock switch LOCK UNLOCK APD1029 POWER DOOR LOCK if so equipped 3 Operating the lock unlock switch locks or unlocks all doors If the power door lock switch is pressed when the sliding door is open the sliding door automatically locks when it is closed 6 Pre driving checks and adjustments Passenger side Door lock switch APDO0845 LOCK ii T Front ae Ly as Door lock knob UNLOCK LOCK UNLOCK lt Front door vaJ e Turning a door key to the rear unlocks that door e Turning a door key to the front locks all doors This function can be operated from the driver or passenger doors e Pushing a front door lock knob in locks all doors When locking the doors this way be certain not to leave the key inside the vehicle All doors automatically unlock with the key in the ignition APD1030 Driver s side NEUTRAL UNLOCK 1 ONE DOOR UNLOCK 2 ALL DOORS Selective unlock Ifthe vehicle has the multi remote control system turning the door key one time to the rear of the vehicle unlocks
67. 10 seconds If the engine does not start right away turn the key off and wait 3 to 4 seconds before trying again 7 After starting your engine carefully dis connect the negative cable and then the positive cable 8 Replace the vent caps if so equipped Be sure to dispose of the cloth used to cover the vent holes as it may be con taminated with corrosive acid In case of emergency 6 9 PUSH STARTING CAUTION e Automatic transmission models can not be push started This may cause transmission damage e Three way catalyst equipped models should not be started by pushing since the three way catalyst may be damaged e Never try to start the vehicle by tow ing it when the engine starts the forward surge could cause the ve hicle to collide with the tow vehicle 6 10 In case of emergency IF YOUR VEHICLE OVERHEATS If your vehicle is overheating indicated by an extremely high temperature gauge read ing or if you feel a lack of engine power detect abnormal noise etc take the follow ing steps A WARNING e Do not continue to drive if your ve hicle overheats Doing so could cause a vehicle fire e To avoid the danger of being scalded never remove the radiator cap while the engine is still hot When the radiator cap is removed pressurized hot water will spurt out possibly causing serious injury e Do not open the hood if steam is coming out 1 Move the vehicle safely off the road apply t
68. 13 SLIDING THREE PASSENGER e For most effective protection when SEAT the vehicle is in motion the seat rer should be upright Always sit well Reclining back in the seat and adjust the seat To recline the three passenger seat lift up belt properly See Precautions on on the lever and lean back until the desired Seat Belt Usage later in this section position is reached To bring the seatback e After adjustment gently rock in the forward pull the lever up and lean your seat to be sure both sides are se body forward curely locked Some three passenger seats do not have the recline feature A WARNING e Do not recline the seatback while the vehicle is moving e Do not ride in a moving vehicle when the seatback is reclined This can be RO dangerous The shoulder belt will si E ee not be against your body In an acci dent you could be thrown into it and APD0852 receive neck or other serious inju ries You could also slide under the lap belt and receive serious internal injuries 1 14 Seats restraints and supplemental air bag systems Seat cushion release lever 1 Lift the seat cushion release lever 2 Lift the seat cushion up into the locked position 3 Lift the slide release lever and grasp the bar under the seat in the center 4 Slide the seat until locked at a passenger seating position or a storage position After the seat starts moving release the slide lever The seat latch
69. 18 9 Fasten the two halves of the chest clip and confirm that the chest clip indicator is green Adjust the chest clip slightly lower than the child s shoulders so it comfort ably holds the shoulder harness in positi ton on the child s shoulders amp WARNING e Shoulder harness tongues and chest clips are equipped with visual indica tors to confirm proper and secure latching For the safety of the child and occupants of the vehicle all indi 10 Pull shoulder belt out fully to activate automatic locking mode cators must show green before oper ating the vehicle If the shoulder harness is unfas tened or not fastened properly the child could be seriously injured Grasp the right shoulder harness above the chest clip and pull until the harness fully extends and a click is heard At this time the harness retractor is in the automatic locking mode child restraint mode With the child sitting properly straight up and back in the integrated Seats restraints and supplemental air bag systems 1 61 child safety seat allow the right shoul der harness to retract over the right shoulder and securely restrain the child A clicking sound is heard as the har ness retracts indicating that the retrac tor is in the automatic locking mode Be sure the left shoulder harness is also properly positioned over the child s left shoulder 11 Check that the shoulder harness is in the automatic locki
70. 2 A sturdy flat board to be placed under the jack to give it firm support 3 A shovel to dig the vehicle out of snow drifts 4 Extra window washer fluid to refill the reservoir tank Driving on snow or ice A WARNING e Wet ice 32 F 0 C and freezing rain very cold snow or ice can be slick and very hard to drive on The ve hicle will have a lot less traction or grip under these conditions Try to avoid driving on wet ice until the road is salted or sanded Whatever the condition drive with caution Accelerate and slow down with care If accelerating or down shifting too fast the drive wheels will lose even more traction Allow more stopping distance under these conditions Braking should be started sooner than on dry pave ment Allow greater following distances on slippery roads Watch for slippery spots glare ice These may appear on an otherwise clear road in shaded areas If a patch of ice is seen ahead brake before reaching it Try not to brake while actually on the ice and avoid any sudden steering maneuvers Do not use the cruise control on slippery roads Snow can trap dangerous exhaust gases under your vehicle Keep snow clear of the exhaust pipe and from around your vehicle Starting and driving 5 17 Engine block heater if so equipped An engine block heater to assist extreme cold temperature starting is available through an authorized NISSAN dealer amp WARNING Do
71. 205 75R15 97S Rear tread in mm 63 4 1 610 Machined cast aluminum P215 70R15 97H Wheelbase in mm 112 2 2 850 Spare T125 90D16 Gross vehicle weight P205 75R15 97 S rating Ib kg P215 70R15 97 T Option 10 8 Technical and consumer information Gross axle weight rating See the F M V S S certification label on the left center pillar Front Ib kg Rear Ib kg REGISTERING YOUR VEHICLE IN ANOTHER COUNTRY When planning to travel in another coun try you should first find out if the fuel available is suitable for your vehicle s en gine Using fuel with an octane cetane rating that is too low may cause engine damage All gasoline vehicles must be operated with unleaded gasoline Therefore avoid taking your vehicle to areas where appropriate fuel is not available When transferring the registration of your vehicle to another country state province or district it may be necessary to modify the vehicle to meet local laws and regulations The laws and regulations for motor vehicle emission control and safety standards vary according to the country state province or district Therefore vehicle specifications may differ When any vehicle is to be taken into another country state province or dis trict and registered its modifications transportation and registration are the responsibility of the user NISSAN is not responsible for any inconvenience that may result VEHICLE IDENTIFICATION
72. 35 mph 55 km h and maintain the speed for 20 seconds 6 Repeat steps four through five at least three times 7 Accelerate the vehicle to 55 mph 88 km h and maintain the speed for at least 3 minutes 8 Stop the vehicle and turn the engine off 9 Repeat steps one through eight at least one more time If step one through seven are interrupted repeat the preceding step Any safe driving mode is acceptable between steps Do not stop the engine until step seven is com pleted 10 20 Technical and consumer information Genuine Nissan Service Manuals A Genuine NISSAN Service Manual is the best source of service and repair information for your vehicle Filled with wiring diagrams illus trations and step by step diagnostic and ad Cc justment procedures this manual is the same one used by the factory trained technicians working at an authorized NISSAN dealership IN AS DE Also available are Genuine NISSAN Owner s Manuals For current pricing and availability of a Genu AS F ORY ine NISSAN Service Manual or Genuine NIS SAN Owner s Manual contact In the USA See an authorized NISSAN dealer or contact Dyment Distribution Services 20770 Westwood Dr Strongsville OH 44136 In a hurry Call 1 800 247 5321 and charge your purchase to Visa Master Card In Canada To purchase a copy of a Genuine NISSAN Service Manual or Owner s Manual please contact your nearest NISSAN Dealer For the phone number and loc
73. AINTENANCE INTERVAL Perform at number of miles Miles x 1 000 75 15 22 5 30 37 5 45 52 5 60 kilometers or months whichever comes first km x 1 000 12 24 36 48 60 72 84 96 Months 6 12 18 24 30 36 42 48 Emission control system maintenance Drive belts See NOTE 1 i Air cleaner housing filter R R EVAP vapor lines I I Fuel lines i i Fuel filter See NOTE 2 Engine coolant Replace every 30 000 miles 48 000 km or 36 months Engine oil R R R R R R R R Engine oil filter Use NISSAN Premium type or equivalent R R R R R R R R Spark plugs R R Timing belt Replace every 105 000 miles 168 000 km 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 Maintenance items and intervals with an are recommended by NISSAN for reliable vehicle operation The owner need not perform such maintenance in order to maintain the emission warranty or manufacturer recall liability Other maintenance items and intervals are required 9 8 Maintenance Abbreviations Inspect Correct or replace if necessary MAINTENANCE OPERATION MAINTENANCE INTERVAL Perform at number of miles kilome Miles x 1 000 75 15 22 5 30 37 5 45 52 5 60 ters or m
74. Air pollution Industrial pollution the presence of salt in the air in coastal areas or heavy road salt use accelerates the corrosion process Road salt also accelerates the disintegra tion of paint surfaces To protect your vehicle from corro sion wash and wax your vehicle often to keep the vehicle clean e always check for minor damage to the paint and repair it as soon as possible e keep drain holes at the bottom of the doors open to avoid water accumulation check the underbody for accumulation of sand dirt or salt If present wash with water as soon as possible CAUTION e NEVER remove dirt sand or other debris from the passenger compart ment by washing it out with a hose Remove dirt with a vacuum cleaner or broom e Never allow waier or other liquids to come in contact with electronic com ponents inside the vehicle Appearance and care 7 5 MEMO 7 6 Appearance and care 8 Do it yourself Maintenance precautions ceeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeees 8 2 Engine compartment check locations 8 3 Engine Cooling system eeeeeeeeeeeenteeeeeeeereneees 8 4 Checking engine coolant level ceeeeeeeeeeeeeee 8 4 Changing engine Coolant eceeeeeeeeeneeeeeeeeee 8 5 ENGINE Oll erin a ren tecrrer etree cerrrer creer 8 5 Checking engine oil level ee eeeeeeeeeneeeeeeeeeee 8 5 Changing engine Oilissa ieser 8 6 Changing engine oil filter 0 eee eeeeeeeeeeeeeeeee 8 7 Automatic
75. E button either lt or Pp to adjust the minutes NOTE The clock displays 12 hour time with no A M P M indications 2 24 Instruments and controls INTERIOR LIGHTS AICO053 The interior lights operate regardless of ignition key position One interior light is located overhead near the front seats and one is overhead near the rear seat The interior switches e When the switch is in the OFF position the interior light does not illuminate re gardless of door position lights have three position e When the switch is in the center O posi tion the light illuminates when a door is opened e When the switch is in the ON position the interior light illuminates whether any door is open or closed amp CAUTION Leaving the interior light switch in the ON position for extended periods of time will result in a discharged battery LUGGAGE COMPARTMENT LIGHTS When the back door is opened the luggage compartment light and the rear interior light illuminate When the back door is closed the lights go off PERSONAL READING LIGHT SPOTLIGHTS Personal reading light PUSH to operate light AICO582 The driver s side second row seating posi tion has a personal reading light located in the overhead trim panel To turn the light on press once on the right hand side of the light cover To turn the light off press again on the right hand side of the light cover
76. ERING WHEEL CONTROLS The radio controls mounted on the right side of the steering wheel provide convenient access to three commonly used functions A VOL w VOL and NEXT Use the NEXT button to select the next pre programmed station AM FM the next se lection on the tape or the next selection on the CD NEXT Proceed to the next preset station AM FM the next selection on the tape or the next selection on the CD VOLUME hd AHA0803 Heater air conditioner and audio systems 4 23 Volume control button Program advance button select VOLUME ADVANCE REAR AUDIO CONTROLS Radio features controlled by the rear seat remote control if so equipped are listed below e Volume e Program advance proceed to the next preset station AM FM the other side of the tape or the next CD e Source select AM FM tape or CD e Speakers ON OFF Seek lt gt Source PROGRAM Headphone jacks SEEK button Speaker SPKRS ON OFF SOURCE SEEK gt SELECT AHA0595 Push the Memory three and Memory five buttons on the front radio controls simulta neously to turn the rear controls on Push them again to turn the rear audio controls off The d headphones symbol illuminates in the front display when the rear audio controls are on Two headphone jacks are provided so two rear seat passengers may listen to the audio system privately The
77. Foreword The inside pages of this manual contain a minimum of 50 recycled fibers including 10 post consumer fibers Welcome to the growing family of new NISSAN owners This vehicle is delivered to you with confidence It was produced using the latest techniques and strict quality control This manual was prepared to help you understand the operation and maintenance of your vehicle so that you may enjoy many miles of driving pleasure Please read through this manual before operating your vehicle A separate Warranty Information and Maintenance Log Booklet explains details about the warranties covering your vehicle and vehicle maintenance schedules Additionally a separate Customer Care Lemon Law Booklet will explain how to resolve any concerns you may have with your vehicle as well as clarify your rights under your state s lemon law Your NISSAN dealership knows your vehicle best When you require any service or have any questions they will be glad to assist you with the extensive resources available to them amp WARNING IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION REMINDERS FOR SAFETY Follow these important driving rules to help ensure a safe and complete trip for you and your passengers e NEVER drive under the influence of alcohol or drugs e ALWAYS observe posted speed limits and never drive too fast for conditions e ALWAYS use your seat belts and appropriate child restraint systems Pre teen children should be seated in the rear
78. H to to open d CLOSE OPEN 9 CD om SUNROOF close LEFT VENT RIGHT VENT AICO042 Use the vent buttons on the power sunroof controls to open and close the power rear windows To open one of the rear power windows press the indented side of the switch To close the window press the raised side of the switch The power rear windows operate when the ignition key is in the ON position or for 15 minutes after the ignition key is turned to the OFF position If the driver s or passenger s door is opened during this 15 minute period delayed power to the rear windows is can celled VOL PUSH ON PUSH PUSH to increase J and hold or decrease the hours TA n Ee PUSH to increase or decrease the AIC0580 The digital clock displays time when the ignition key is in ACC or ON If the power supply is disconnected the clock does not indicate the correct time Readjust the time How to view the clock mode Push the CLK button to alternate the radio frequency and the time in the display In the clock mode press any radio function to automatically display the radio frequency for Instruments and controls 2 23 approximately ten seconds before changing back to the clock mode How to set the clock 1 Turn the radio on Time is displayed while the radio is off 2 Push and hold the CLK button then press the SEEK button either 4 or gt to adjust the hours and press the TUN
79. HEADLIGHTS The headlight is a semi sealed beam type which uses a replaceable headlight halo gen bulb A bulb can be replaced from inside the engine compartment without re moving the headlight assembly CAUTION e High pressure halogen gas is sealed inside the halogen bulb The bulb may break if the glass envelope is scratched or the bulb is dropped e When handling the bulb do not touch the glass envelope Removing the headlight bulb f 2 Disconnect the negative battery cable Disconnect the electrical connector from the rear end of the bulb Turn the bulb retaining ring counterclock wise until it is free from the headlight reflector then remove it Remove the headlight bulb by pulling it straight out Do not shake or rotate the bulb when removing it Replacing the headlight bulb 1 Insert the bulb into the headlight reflector with the flat side of the plastic base facing upward Install the bulb retaining ring and turn it clockwise until it stops Push the electrical connector into the bulb plastic base until it snaps and stops amp CAUTION DO NOT TOUCH THE BULB e Use the same number and wattage as originally installed Wattage 65 55 Bulb no 9007 HB5 e Aiming is not necessary after replac ing the bulb When aiming adjust ment is necessary contact your NISSAN dealer e Do not leave the bulb out of the headlight reflector for a long period of time as d
80. Key 3 2 Fuel 3 16 Spare tire 6 2 Rear door release 3 12 AGS1009
81. M V S S certification label The gross ve hicle weight equals the combined weight of the unloaded vehicle passengers luggage hitch trailer tongue load and any other optional equipment In addition front or rear gross axle weight must not exceed the gross axle weight rating GAWR shown on the F M V S S certification label 10 14 Technical and consumer information TOWING LOAD SPECIFICATION CHART UNIT Ib kg MAXIMUM TOWING LOAD MAXIMUM TONGUE LOAD Trailer hitch Choose a proper hitch for your vehicle and trailer Make sure the trailer hitch is securely attached to the vehicle to help avoid per sonal injury or property damage due to sway caused by crosswinds rough road surfaces or passing trucks amp CAUTION e Do not use axle mounted hitches e The hitch should not be attached to or affect the operation of the impact absorbing bumper e Do not modify the vehicle exhaust system brake system etc when the hitch is installed 3 500 1 588 350 159 e To reduce the possibility of addi tional damage if your vehicle is struck from the rear where practical remove the hitch when not in use Remove the receiver when not in use After the hitch is removed seal the bolt holes to prevent exhaust fumes water or dust from entering the passenger compartment e Regularly check that all hitch mount ing bolts are securely mounted Tire pressures When towing a trailer inflate the vehicle tires t
82. Manual antenna 066 420 Manual front seat adjustment 1 3 Manual rear WINdOWS cceceeeeeeeeeeeeeee 2 22 Map light fccssccssscesceeesecessncverecvstsaveevesscvseseses 2 25 Mirror INSID MUM OM sescvsevseesecacerseesesseadccacevssaazers 3 18 Outside mirror control 3 17 Outside mirrors 3 18 Vanity M O ririri 3 19 Multi remote control system 0 ee 3 8 o OGOMEtOD peee s aiea a 2 4 Oil Capacities and recommended fuel lubricants sesir Changing engine oil Changing engine oil filter 8 7 Checking engine oil level 0 0 eee 8 5 Engine Oilissa 8 5 Engine oil and oil filter FECOMMENAATION sisine Engine oil viscosity Outside mirror control Outside mirrors Overdrive Switch ccccccccesccecsssceesseeeesseees Overheat If your vehicle overheats 2 6 10 Owner s manual order Orm 10 21 P Parking Parking brake check 8 16 Parking brake operation ee 5 9 Parking parking on hills 5 13 Periodic maintenance schedules 9 5 Personal reading light 0 eee 2 25 11 4 Power Power antenna ccccccececeesteeeeeeeeeeeeeee 4 20 Power door lOCK issesserernessensiresesseissenenien 3 6 Power rear windows Power steering fluid ee Power support front Seat 0 eeeee 1 4 Power WINQOWS isisisi niniaren 2 20 Precautions Maintenance precautions seeeceeeen 8 2 Pre
83. NG cs ccssccsciccctevsecnectsreecrserness 1 8 Integrated child safety seats ee Manual front seat adjustment 1 3 Power support front seat 1 4 Seat positions 1 69 Second row bench seat 1 69 Second row bucket seats wa 172 Seven passenger seating 1 65 Sliding three passenger seat 1 14 Three passenger bench seat in fully forward POSIVON isisisi 1 67 Three passenger bench seat in storage POSION sisirin hnas irea iii 1 65 Seats floor MAtS cccceeeeseeeeeeteeeeees 1 64 Self adjusting brakes c eeeeeeeee 8 17 Service manual order form 005 10 21 Seven passenger Seating eeeeeeeee 1 65 Shifting Automatic transmission s 5 6 Sliding three passenger seat Spark plug replacement 0 ee Speedometer ccceecccccceeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeees Spotlights See map light SRS warning label sccs yssc scarce Starting Before starting the engine 5 5 Jump starting 6 8 8 12 Precautions when starting and driving 5 2 PUSH Starting iicissssccessiersssessscvssrtssecsseess 6 10 Starting the engine cee eeeeeeeeeeeees 5 8 Steering Power steering fluid 0 0 Tilting steering wheel Stop lighter asean Storage COIN TAY essee siare 2 18 Compact disc storage 2 18 Under seat storage tray ee 1 7 SUN SHAE srs 2 22 SUMMOOF 2 ssesenssrssescesscdssneenseesccceenessisesseneas 2 22 Supplemental r
84. S PUSH for wash Push and hold the rear washer switch to operate the rear washer The wiper cycles continuously until the switch is released Push the rear wiper switch to operate the wiper The wiper cycles intermittently Push again to cancel A CAUTION e Do not operate the washer continu ously for more than 30 seconds e Do not operate the washer if the reservoir tank is empty REAR WINDOW DEFOGGER SWITCH HEADLIGHT CONTROL SWITCH AIC0573 To defog the rear window glass start the engine and push the switch on The indica tor light on the switch comes on Push the switch again to turn the defogger off The rear window defogger switch is also used to defrost defog or de ice the power outside heated mirrors if so equipped It automatically turns off in approximately 15 minutes CAUTION When cleaning the inner side of the window be careful not to scratch or damage the rear window defogger CDF CQ iane AIC0043 Lighting Turn the dial to the D position The front parking side marker tail license plate and instrument lights come on Turn the dial to the position Headlights come on and all of the previously listed lights remain on To select the high beam push the turn signal lever away from you The lever latches in place Pull it back to select the low beam DAYTIME RUNNING LIGHT SYSTEM Canada only The headlights automatically illuminate at a
85. T VENT 0G 90 PRY UP to remove CLOSE OPEN LEFT VENT RIGHT VENT r remove Type A ADI0574 Do it yourself 8 25 WHEELS AND TIRES Luggage compartment light to remove Interior light PRY UP to remove PRY UP to remove Type D Ee ADI0578 8 26 Do it yourself Max inflation pressure DI1033M If you have a flat tire see the In case of emergency section of this manual Maximum inflation pressure Do not exceed the maximum inflation pres sure shown on the side wall of the tire Tire inflation pressure Periodically check the tire pressure includ ing the spare Incorrect tire pressure may adversely affect tire life and vehicle han dling Tire pressure should be checked when tires are COLD Tires are considered COLD after the vehicle has been parked for three or more hours or driven less than 1 mile 1 6 km COLD tire pressures are shown on the tire placard affixed to the glove box door amp WARNING e Improperly inflated tires can fail sud denly and cause an accident e The vehicle capacity weight is indi cated on the tire placard Do not load your vehicle beyond this capacity Overloading your vehicle may result in reduced tire life unsafe operating conditions due to premature tire fail ure or unfavorable handling charac teristics and could also lead to a serious accident Loading beyond the specified
86. TO SET while listening to the radio to activate the Auto Memory Store feature When AUTO SET is depressed for less than three seconds the display window momen tarily indicates AUTO and the radio seeks the first six strong stations for the respective band The first six strong stations are then stored in order in memory buttons one through six Only stations in the selected band are set and the station seek begins from the last frequency stored in memory button six If AM FM SCAN TUNE SEEK AUTO SET or a memory button is pushed while Auto Memory Store is operating AUTO SET is canceled and AUTO OFF shows in the display window SEEK tuning This feature on your radio allows you to automatically select strong frequency sta tions up or down the frequency band Press SEEK to select the next strong sta tion up the frequency band Press SEEK to select the next strong station down the frequency band To change frequencies quickly press and hold either side of the SEEK button SCAN tuning Push SCAN to enter the scan tuning mode The radio searches up the frequency band stopping and playing each strong frequency station for five seconds This continues until the SCAN button is pushed a second time or a different tuning function is selected The AM or FM1 or FM2 symbol in the display window flashes while each station is being played AM FM Press the AM FM button to select the de sired band AM FM1 or FM2 The ster
87. TY MIRROR Illuminated vanity mirror Available on some models AICO563 Your vehicle may be equipped with a driver or passenger side vanity mirror If the vanity mirror on your vehicle has a cover access the mirror by pulling the sun visor down and lifting the cover up Some vanity mirrors illuminate when the mirror cover is opened Pre driving checks and adjustments 3 19 MEMO 3 20 Pre driving checks and adjustments 4 Heater air conditioner and audio systems Ventilator Sron E EOE 4 2 Heater and air conditioner manual eeeeeeee 4 3 CONTONE opui iiite aaia iiS 4 3 Heater operation ssississoiiessitiisssssitsisst seision 4 4 Air conditioner operation s src 4 5 Ait tow chans eiieeii e 4 7 Heater and air conditioner automatic if so equipped cerea a A EE 4 10 Automatic operation s es 4 11 Air Control DUttONS siiicar 4 11 Air conditioner and air recirculation ee 4 12 English metric MOdGC ccccceeseeeeeeseeeeeereeeeeees 4 12 Rear seat heater and air conditioner if so CQUIPPOG reniris ieaiaia a cierto 4 13 COMTO nii et a ee 4 13 AUCIO SYSIOMM 2 sesiunea 4 14 AM FM radio with cassette player ee 4 14 TUNING einir naaa 4 16 Adjusting tone quality siesiiriisiisirisinsnn 4 17 Cassette tape operations eeceeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeees 4 18 ANTONIN a cececs cetecccneenctcneet ne turkiet adra 4 20 Compact disc CD player if so equipped 4 21 Steering wheel COn
88. aboratories Licensing Corpora tion Dolby NR and the double D symbol are trademarks of Dolby Laboratories Li censing Corporation Heater air conditioner and audio systems 4 19 ANTENNA Manual antenna The manual antenna on your vehicle re mains in the up position at all times The antenna cannot be shortened but can be removed When you need to remove the antenna turn its base counterclockwise Power antenna if so equipped The power antenna automatically extends when the radio is turned on and retracts when turned off or when a tape or CD is played If the radio is left on the antenna retracts and extends with the ignition key OFF ON operation amp CAUTION e Before turning the radio on make sure that there is no one near the antenna outlet and there is enough space for it to extend e To prevent damage be sure that the power antenna is fully retracted be fore the vehicle enters an automated car wash e Dirt and other foreign matter on the power antenna rod may interrupt its operation Clean the rod periodically with a damp cloth This type of cleaning is especially important dur ing the winter seasons in areas where road salt and other chemicals may be spread on the road surfaces and splashed onto the antenna rod 4 20 Heater air conditioner and audio systems COMPACT DISC CD PLAYER if so equipped NOTE Audio control features include com mand buttons for CD players which can b
89. affect the emission control devices and systems and could also affect warranty coverage e Under no circumstances should a leaded gasoline be used since this will damage the three way catalyst Reformulated gasoline Some fuel suppliers are now producing re formulated gasolines These gasolines are specially designed to reduce vehicle emis sions NISSAN supports efforts towards cleaner air and suggests that you use refor mulated gasoline when available Gasoline containing oxygenates Some fuel suppliers sell gasoline containing oxygenates such as ethanol MTBE and methanol with or without advertising their presence NISSAN does not recommend the use of fuels of which the oxygenate content and the fuel compatibility for your NISSAN cannot be readily determined If in doubt ask your service station manager If you use oxygenate blend gasoline please take the following precautions as the usage of such fuels may cause vehicle perfor mance problems and or fuel system dam age e The fuel should be unleaded and have an octane rating no lower than that recommended for unleaded gasoline e If an oxygenate blend excepting a methanol blend is used it should contain no more than 10 oxygenate MTBE may however be added up to 15 e If a methanol blend is used it should contain no more than 5 methanol methyl alcohol wood alcohol It should also contain a suitable amount of appropriate cosolvents and corro sio
90. ag systems 4 Pull on the third row shoulder belt until all of the belt is fully extended At this time the belt retractor is in the automatic lock ing mode child restraint mode The lap shoulder belt reverts back to emer gency locking mode when it is discon nected from the tether strap and fully retracted Allow the belt to retract Tighten the tether strap to remove any slack 6 Before placing the child in the child re straint use force to tilt the child restraint from side to side and tug it forward to make sure it is securely held in place Three passenger bench seat in second row position child restraint placement Tether strap 7 Check that the retractor is in the automatic locking mode by trying to pull more belt out of the retractor If you cannot pull any more belt webbing out of the retractor the belt is in the automatic locking mode Tongue and buckle fastened 8 Check to make sure the child restraint is ROUTE tether strap properly secured prior to each use If the through head restraint belt is not locked repeat steps four supports through seven APD0839 APD0835 amp WARNING INSTALLATION ON THREE Tethering to lap shoulder belt tongue A third seat occupant should never sit PASSENGER BENCH SEAT IN T h h hi at a seating location where the lap SECOND ROW eal a na ee E shoulder belt is being used to attach A child restraint with
91. ained by pushing the air recircu lation button to the on position Push the air recirculation button to the off position when heating is required 1 Push the button in 2 Turn the fan control dial to the desired position 3 Move the temperature control dial to the desired position Heating and defogging This mode heats the interior and defogs the windshield 1 Push the button in 2 Turn the fan control dial to the desired position 3 Move the temperature control dial to the desired position When the 3 button is pushed the air recirculation mode automatically turns off Outside air is drawn into the passen ger compartment to improve the defog ging performance Operating tips e Clear snow and ice from the wiper blades and air inlet in front of the windshield This improves heater op eration e To defog the side windows more effec tively when in bi level or ventilation mode close the center vent and direct the side vents toward the side windows e A slight delay may be experienced when changing air control buttons This is not a problem it is only the system motors and solenoids switching from one outlet to another AIR CONDITIONER OPERATION Start the engine move the fan control dial to the desired one to four position and select an air control button before pushing in the air conditioner button to activate the air conditioner When the air conditioner is on cooling and de
92. aint mode is canceled The seat belt may be used as normal and will only lock during a sudden stop or impact INTEGRATED CHILD SAFETY SEATS if so equipped amp WARNING e Failure to follow the instructions for the use of these integrated child safety seats can result in your child striking the vehicle s interior during a sudden stop or crash causing the injury or death of your child e Improper use of a child restraint can increase the risk or severity of injury for both the child and other occu pants of the vehicle All U S states and Canadian provinces require that infants and small children be restrained in approved child restraints at all times while the vehicle is being oper ated The optional second row bench seat con tains two integrated child safety seats These seats are designed for use only by children who weigh between 22 and 60 pounds 10 27 kg and whose height is 45 inches 1145 mm or less and who are capable of sitting upright alone In addition these integrated child safety seats must only be used by children who meet the following requirements e AGE At least one year old e SEATED HEIGHT Top of child s shoulders must be below the shoulder harness openings of the integrated child seat Children smaller than these requirements should be restrained in an appropriate sepa rate child restraint Children larger than these requirements should also be restrained in an appropriate separate
93. an dling of your vehicle Generally snow tires have lower speed ratings than factory equipped tires and may not match the potential maximum vehicle speed Never exceed the maximum speed rating of the tire If you operate your vehicle in snowy or icy conditions NISSAN recommends the use of snow or all season tires on all four wheels For additional traction on icy roads studded tires may be used However some U S states and Canadian provinces prohibit their use Check local state and provincial laws before installing studded tires Skid and traction capabilities of studded snow tires on wet or dry surfaces may be poorer than that of non studded snow tires Do it yourself 8 27 Tire chains Use of tire chains may be prohibited accord ing to location Check the local laws before installing tire chains When installing tire chains make sure they are of proper size for the tires on your vehicle and are installed according to the chain manufacturer s sug gestions Use only SAE Class S chains Other types may damage your vehicle Use chain tensioners when recommended by the tire chain manufacturer to ensure a tight fit Loose end links of the tire chain must be secured or removed to prevent the possibil ity of whipping action damage to the fenders or undercarriage If possible avoid fully loading your vehicle when using tire chains In addition drive at a reduced speed Do not exceed maximum speed suggested by the c
94. ants Be sure to use the proper seat belts for each seat location Improper seat belt usage will in crease the risk of severe injury in an accident When the vehicle is being used to carry cargo properly secure all cargo to help prevent it from sliding or shift ing Do not place cargo higher than the seatbacks In a sudden stop or collision unsecured cargo could cause personal injury Be careful not to damage the seat belt Never allow anyone to ride in the cargo area or on a seat that is in a storage position It is not designed for passengers They could be in jured in sudden braking or a collision To prevent luggage or packages from sliding forward during braking 1 16 Seats restraints and supplemental air bag systems do not stack anything in the cargo area higher than the seatbacks It is extremely dangerous to ride ina cargo area inside of a vehicle In a collision people riding in these ar eas are more likely to be seriously injured or killed Do not allow people to ride in any area of your vehicle that is not equipped with seats and seat belts Be sure everyone in your vehicle is in a seat and using a seat belt prop erly Be sure to replace and reposition floor mats as discussed in Floor mat positioning in this section The three passenger sliding bench seat is not intended to be removed from the vehicle by consumers However if it must be removed have a qualified person remove it That per
95. arting and driving In case of emergency Appearance and care Do it yourself Maintenance Technical and consumer information 1 Seats restraints and supplemental air bag systems SO AUS cess doses E 1 2 Manual front seat adjustment eee 1 3 Power front seat adjustment if so equipped 1 4 Head restraints ccccccecceeeeseeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeseeeeeeees 1 6 ArmMreStS eicae eaae eiee aes 1 6 Underseat storage tray if so equipped 1 7 Tabletop S ats ccccccccceceeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeneeeeeessenseeees 1 7 Flexible Seating ccccesesceseseeeeeeeeeeseeeeeesceeeeseners 1 8 Sliding three passenger seat cceeceeeeteeeee 1 14 Supplemental restraint system Supplemental ait DAG SYSLOM ceseeeeseeeceeeceeeeneeeeeeeeneeeeeees 1 18 Supplemental air bag SYSteM eeeeeeeeeeeeees 1 21 Warning labels iinei 1 23 Supplemental air bag warning light 1 23 Seat DEMS arinaa a i TENE 1 25 Precautions on seat belt usage eee 1 25 Child Safety ncsnidiienntnennecin RAURH neds 1 26 Pregnant WOMEN ccceccceeeeeceneeeeeeeeeeeeeeneeeee 1 27 Injured POISONS eeeeceeececeeceeeeseeeeeeeeeeseneneecees 1 27 Three point type with retractOr ceeeeeees 1 28 ae pon type seat belt with retractor for second row bucket Seats eceeeeeeeeeeeeeeeneeees 1 31 Three passenger bench seat 1 34 Two point type without retractor center of three pa
96. at belts The seat belts should always be correctly worn and the driver and front passenger seated a suitable distance from the steering wheel and instrument panel See Seat belts for instructions and precautions on seat belt usage later in this section The supplemental air bags operate only when the ignition switch is in the ON or START position Sit upright and well back A WARNING The supplemental air bag ordinarily will not inflate in the event of a side impact rear impact roll over or lower severity frontal collision Always wear your seat belts to help reduce the risk or severity of injury in various kinds of accidents The seat belts and the supplemenial air bag are most effective when you are sitting back and upright in the seat Supplemental air bags inflate with great force If you are unrestrained leaning forward sitting sideways you 1 18 Seats restraints and supplemental air bag systems ARS1039 are at greater risk of injury or death in a crash and may also receive serious or fatal injuries from the supplemental air bag if you are up against it when it inflates Always sit back against the seatback and as far away as practical from the steering wheel or instrument panel Always use the seatbelts Keep hands on the outside of the steering wheel Placing them inside the steering wheel rim could increase the risk that they are injured when the supplemental air bag inflates
97. ation of a NISSAN Dealer in your area call the NISSAN Satisfac tion Center at 1 800 387 0122 and a bilingual NISSAN representative will assist you Also available are Genuine NISSAN Service and Owner s Manuals for older NISSAN mod els Technical and consumer information 10 21 MEMO 10 22 Technical and consumer information 11 Index A After an accident c cccvecivetececcrstacsecescdvetsness 6 11 Air bag See supplemental restraint E A A E E 1 18 Air bag warning light 1 23 Air cleaner housing filter 8 13 Air conditioner Air conditioner operation i Air conditioner Service sesser Air conditioner specification label Air conditioner system refrigerant and lubrication recommendations 10 6 Heater and air conditioner automatic IF SO CQUIPPEC ccnicsciecseastticnesatecastenences 4 10 Heater and air conditioner manual 4 3 Rear seat heater and air conditioner 4 13 Ait flow ChantSiacacadicsiieiecicekain 4 7 Alarm system See theft warning 2 10 Anchor point locations 0 ee 1 53 Antenna M na niesna annaia rarata 4 20 POWG dinna 4 20 Anti lock brake system ABS a D 15 Anti lock brake warning light 8 2 8 Armrest Snarare saanee 1 6 Ashtray See cigarette lighter and ASIUAY csccvcedcevscrscavsceneyeesscevsnentuseiecrenacseesense 2 16 Audio system AM FM radio with cassette player 4 14 Compact disc CD player
98. ator light system repaired promptly 5 Engine oil pressure warning light This light warns of low engine oil pressure If the light flickers or comes on during normal driving pull off the road in a safe area stop the engine immediately and call an autho rized NISSAN dealer The oil pressure warning light is not designed to indicate a low oil level Use the dipstick to check the oil level See Engine oil in the Do it yourself section of this manual SERVICE OF ENGINE SOON Anti lock brake warning light AICO589 amp CAUTION Running the engine with the oil pres sure warning light on could cause seri ous damage to the engine almost im mediately Turn off the engine as soon as it is safe to do so Charge warning light If the light comes on while the engine is running it may indicate something wrong with the charging system Turn the engine off and check the generator belt If the belt is loose broken missing or if the light re mains on see an authorized NISSAN dealer immediately amp CAUTION Do not continue driving if the belt is loose broken or missing aN Low fuel warning light This light comes on when the fuel level in the fuel tank is getting low Refuel as soon as itis convenient preferably before the fuel gauge reaches E Empty There will be a small reserve of fuel in the tank when the fuel gauge needle reaches E Empty Ags Doo
99. ats restraints and supplemental air bag systems 1 11 Second row passenger side bucket seat PUSH l amp seat down i as x CATCH seat leg hooks Second row driver s side bucket seat G posi 5 seat down seat leg hooks P RAISE seatback recliner S laver F ARS1081 Installing the bucket seats Clean the area around the seat leg floor anchors before installing the seat 1 With the seatback fully folded place the seat behind the floor anchors and slide seat leg hooks so they catch into each floor anchor 2 Push down on the front of the seat to secure the two front floor latches 3 Lift the recliner lever and raise the seat back 4 Rock the seat back and forth to be sure it is securely latched The second row bucket seats are not interchangeable If you are having diffi culty installing the seats you may have them in the wrong location 1 12 Seats restraints and supplemental air bag systems adjustment lever APD0140 Second row passenger side bucket seat The bucket seat near the sliding door can be moved forward to allow easier entry and exit for third seat passengers There are also levers behind the bucket seat which allow third seat passengers to move the bucket seat forward without help from an other passenger ROTATE to slide seat forward LIFT to fold seatback Seats restraints and supplemental air bag systems 1
100. ber on dashboard Date of purchase Current odometer reading Your NISSAN dealer s name Your comments or questions OR you may write to NISSAN with the information on the left at For U S mainland and Alaska customers Nissan Motor Corporation U S A Consumer Affairs Department P O Box 191 Gardena California 90248 0191 For Hawaii customers Nissan Motor Corporation in Hawaii 2880 Kilihau St Honolulu Hawaii 96819 For Canada customers Nissan Canada Inc 5290 Orbitor Drive Mississauga Ontario L4W 4Z5 We appreciate your interest in NISSAN and thank you for buying a quality NISSAN vehicle IMPORTANT INFORMATION ABOUT THIS MANUAL You will see various symbols in this manual They are used in the following ways amp WARNING This is used to indicate the presence of a hazard that could cause death or serious personal injury To avoid or reduce the risk the procedures must be followed precisely CAUTION This is used to indicate the presence of a hazard that could cause minor or moderate personal injury or damage to your vehicle To avoid or reduce the risk the procedures must be followed carefully APD1005 If you see this symbol it means Do not do this or Do not let this happen Table of Contents Seats restraints and supplemental air bag systems Instruments and controls Pre driving checks and adjustments Heater air conditioner and audio systems St
101. capacity may also re sult in failure of other vehicle com ponenis e Before taking a long trip or whenever you have loaded your vehicle heavily use a tire pressure gauge to ensure that the tire pressure is at the speci fied level e Do not drive your vehicle over 85 MPH 140 km h unless it is equipped with high speed capability tires Driving faster than 85 MPH 140 km h may result in tire failure loss of control and possible injury Types of tires amp WARNING When changing or replacing tires be sure all four tires are of the same type i e Summer All Season or Snow and construction An authorized NISSAN dealer may be able to help you with information about tire type size speed rating and availability Replacement tires may have a lower speed rating than the factory equipped tires and may not match the potential maximum vehicle speed Never exceed the maxi mum speed rating of the tire All Season tires NISSAN specifies All Season tires to pro vide good performance all year including snowy and icy road conditions All Season Tires are identified by ALL SEASON and or M amp S on the tire sidewall Snow tires have better snow traction than All Season tires and may be more appropriate in some areas Snow tires If snow tires are needed it is necessary to select tires equivalent in size and load rating to the original equipment tires If you do not it can adversely affect the safety and h
102. cautions on seat belt usage 1 25 Precautions when starting and driving 5 2 PUSH starting aineas ae eaan 6 10 R Radio AM FM radio with cassette player 4 14 CB radio or car phone eeeeeeeeeee 4 25 Readiness for inspection maintenance I M t St eee eeeeeeseeseeeeteeeeeeeaeeneeeatees 10 20 Rear door we 3 12 Rear door lock wan 3 12 Rear power point 0 secsessoseeeeseeeseteeees 2 17 Rear seat heater and air conditioner 4 13 Rear window defogger switch 0 2 13 Rear window wiper and washer switches 2 12 Refrigerant recommendation 00 10 6 Registering your vehicle in another COUN ti casecewiecntetses ceva cntessecestessreiescszacteitetesn 10 9 Remote keyless entry system See multi remote control system 0 0 0 3 8 Removing and installing the second row bench S al iieys Reporting safety defects USA S Safety Child safety sliding door lock Reporting safety defects USA Seat belt 2 point type without retractor 3 point type with retractor Precautions on seat belt usage Seat belt extenders 08 ss Seat belt maintenance Seat Deltsicisidscertecetenvaeaceciees Seat belt warning light Seat positions cece eeceeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeee Seating arrangement cceeeeeee Seats Five passenger seating ssis 1 66 Five passenger seating with cargo OOM AE EE A TE 1 66 Fl xible SCALI
103. child restraint or in the appropriate vehicle seat belt system Refer to Child Restraints and Precautions On Seat Belt Usage in this section for important child safety information Seats restraints and supplemental air bag systems 1 57 Integrated child safety seat Label locations Shoulder harness Seatback release lever Seat cushion APD0855 Using the Integrated Child Safety Seats A WARNING e Never use the vehicle seat belts to restrain a child in an integrated child safety seat Use only the shoulder harness and belt buckle which is part of the integrated child safety seat Never use the integrated child safety seat as a booster cushion with the vehicle seat belts 1 58 Seats restraints and supplemental air bag systems e Before placing the child in the inte grated child safety seat confirm that the bench seatback is securely locked and the seatback release le ver is in full down position e Always make sure the integrated child safety seat belts are properly positioned on your child The child should sit straight up and back against the bench seat The shoulder harnesses should be centered over the shoulders and fastened with the chest clip The belt buckle should be between the legs and latched to the shoulder belt tongue Snugly adjust the belts around your child Failure to properly position the child can increase the risk or severity of injury to the child in an acciden
104. control dial to the desired position Defrosting or defogging This mode is used to defrost defog the windows 1 Push the 7 button in 2 Turn the fan control dial to select speed 3 Move the temperature control dial to the desired position When the button is pushed the air conditioner automatically turns on to de fog the windshield The air recirculation mode automatically turns off to reduce window fogging When y is selected the air condi tioner indicator light does not illuminate unless illuminated in the previously se lected mode However the air condi tioner operates to dehumidify if the out side temperature is more than 40 F 4 C whether or not the A C button has been pressed Manual selection and illu mination of the A C button does not override the automatic dehumidifying which occurs when _ is selected Operating Tips Clear snow and ice from the wiper blades and air inlet in front of the windshield This improves defrosting defogging op eration Bi level heating cooling The bi level mode directs air to the side and center vents and to the floor outlets Bi level is also a cooling mode when high sun load conditions are present with cool temperatures With the A C system in operation this mode can be used to cool the passenger s or driver s feet under high temperature condi tions With the A C system in operation under high temperature conditions improved cooling can be obt
105. d buzzers chimes are operating properly Windshield wiper and washer Check that the wipers and washer operate properly and that the wipers do not streak Windshield defroster Check that the air comes out of the defroster outlets properly and in sufficient quantity when operating the heater or air conditioner Steering wheel Check for changes in the steering conditions such as excessive freeplay hard steering or strange noises Seats Check seat position controls such as seat adjusters seatback recliner etc to ensure they operate smoothly and all latches lock securely in every position Check that the head restraints move up and down smoothly and the locks hold securely in all latched positions Check that the seat leg latches lock securely in every anchor position for the folding down rear seat and detachable rear seat if so equipped Seat belts Check that all parts of the seat belt system e g buckles anchors adjust ers and retractors operate properly and smoothly and are installed securely Check the belt webbing for cuts fraying wear or damage Accelerator pedal Check the pedal for smooth operation and make sure the pedal does not catch or require uneven effort Keep the floor mat away from the pedal Brakes Check that the brakes do not pull the vehicle to one side when applied Brake pedal Check the pedal for smooth operation and make sure it has the proper distance under i
106. d component connector while the igni tion is ON e Avoid contact with used engine oil Improperly disposed motor oil and or other vehicle fluids can hurt the environment Always conform to lo cal regulations for disposal of ve hicle fluid This Do it yourself section gives instruc tions regarding only those items which are relatively easy for an owner to perform You should be aware that incomplete or improper servicing may result in operating difficulties or excessive emissions and could affect your warranty coverage If in doubt about any servicing have it done by an authorized NISSAN dealer ENGINE COMPARTMENT CHECK LOCATIONS Spark plug Automatic Engine Brake caps 6 transmission fluid coolant fluid CN Ss WLLL SS PAW ANNL a SSS SADE ee a EEN AS Power steering fluid reservoir Battery ngine oil Air cleaner housing dipstick Sos Radiator cap Fuse and relay box Engine oil filler cap ADI0570 Do it yourself 8 3 ENGINE COOLING SYSTEM The engine cooling system is filled at the factory with a high quality year round anti freeze coolant solution The anti freeze so lution contains rust and corrosion inhibitors therefore additional engine cooling system additives are not necessary amp CAUTION When adding or replacing coolant be sure to use only an ethylene glycol anti freeze with the proper mixture ratio of 50 anti freeze and 50 distilled water The use of o
107. d supplemental air bag systems e All seat belt assemblies including retractors and attaching hardware should be inspected at an authorized NISSAN dealer after any collision NISSAN recommends that all seat belt assemblies in use during a colli sion be replaced unless the collision was minor and the belts show no damage and continue to operate properly Seat belt assemblies not in use during a collision should also be inspected and replaced if either dam age or improper operation is noted CHILD SAFETY Children need adults to help protect them They need to be properly re strained The proper restraint depends on the child s size Generally infants up to about 1 year and less than 20 pounds should be placed in rear facing child restraints Forward facing child re straints are available for children who outgrow rear facing child restraints A WARNING Infants and children need special pro tection The vehicle s seat belts may not fit them properly The shoulder belt may come too close to the face or neck The lap belt may not fit over their small hip bones In an accident an improperly fitting seat belt could cause serious or fatal injury Always use appropriate child restraints All U S States and Canadian provinces require the use of approved child restraints for infants and small children See Child restraints later in this section In addition there are many types of child restraints available f
108. d the part of Texas which is directly south of New Mexico Using unleaded gasoline with an octane rating lower than stated above can cause persistent heavy spark knock Spark knock is a metallic rapping noise If severe this can lead to engine damage If you detect a persistent heavy spark knock even when using gasoline of the stated octane rating or if you hear steady spark knock while holding a steady speed on level roads have an authorized NISSAN dealer correct the condition Failure to correct the condition is misuse Technical and consumer information 10 3 of the vehicle for which NISSAN is not responsible Incorrect ignition timing may result in spark knock after run and or overheating which may cause excessive fuel consumption or engine damage If any of the above symp toms are encountered have your vehicle checked at an authorized NISSAN dealer or other competent service facility However now and then you may notice light spark knock for a short time while accelerating or driving up hills This is no cause for concern because you get the greatest fuel benefit when there is light spark knock for a short time under heavy engine load 10 4 Technical and consumer information API certification mark API service symbol ENGINE OIL AND OIL FILTER RECOMMENDATION Selecting the correct oil It is essential to chose engine oil with the correct quality and viscosity to ensure sat isfactory e
109. does not engage until the engine has reached operating tempera ture OFF For driving up and down long slopes where engine braking is neces sary push the overdrive switch Starting and driving 5 7 once The O D OFF indicator light illuminates at this time When cruis ing at a low speed or climbing a gentle slope you may feel uncom fortable shift shocks as the transmis sion shifts between 3rd gear and overdrive repeatedly In this case press the overdrive switch When driving conditions change press the overdrive switch to turn the overdrive on The O D OFF indicator light goes out Remember not to drive at high speeds for extended periods of time with the O D OFF light illuminated This reduces the fuel economy 5 8 Starting and driving STARTING THE ENGINE 1 Apply the parking brake 2 Move the selector lever to P Park or N Neutral P is recommended The shift selector lever cannot be moved out of P and into any of the other gear positions under the follow ing conditions e The ignition key is turned to the OFF position e The ignition key is turned to the ON position without depressing the foot brake pedal The starter will not operate if the shift selector lever is in one of the driving positions Crank the engine with your foot off the accelerator pedal by turning the ignition key to START Release the key when the engine starts If the engine starts but fails to run repeat
110. ds or Canadian Motor Ve hicle Safety Standards Once the child has grown enough so the shoulder belt is no longer on or near the face and neck use the shoulder belt without the booster seat amp WARNING Never let a child stand or kneel on any seat and do not allow a child in the cargo areas while the vehicle is mov ing The child could be seriously in jured or killed in an accident PREGNANT WOMEN NISSAN recommends that pregnant women use seat belts Contact your doctor for spe cific recommendations The lap belt should be worn snug and positioned as low as possible around the hips not the waist INJURED PERSONS NISSAN recommends injured persons use seat belts depending on the injury Check with your doctor for specific recommenda tions Seats restraints and supplemental air bag systems 1 27 INSERT to fasten ARS1051 THREE POINT TYPE WITH RETRACTOR amp WARNING e Every person who drives or rides in this vehicle should wear a seat belt at all times e Do not ride in a moving vehicle when the seatback is reclined This can be dangerous The shoulder belt will not be against your body In an accident Front 1AN POSITION low on the hips ARS1053 you could be thrown into it and re ceive neck or other serious injuries You could also slide under the lap belt and receive serious internal injuries e For most effective protection when the vehicle is in mot
111. du dee tececensuccndeadhes ests 1 67 Floor mat positioning aid 1 68 Seat POSITIONS ee eee ceeeeeteeteeeeeeeetseeeeeeeeeetee 1 69 With second row bench seat 1 69 With second row bucket seats 1 72 SEATS Sit upright and well back ARS1037 A WARNING Do not ride in a moving vehicle when the seatback is reclined This can be dangerous The shoulder belt will not be against your body In an accident you could be thrown into it and receive neck or other serious injuries You could also slide under the lap belt and receive serious internal injuries ARS1038 For most effective protection when the vehicle is in motion the seat should be upright Always sit well back in the seat and adjust the seat belt properly See Precautions on Seat Belt Usage later in this section 1 2 Seats restraints and supplemental air bag systems MANUAL FRONT SEAT ADJUSTMENT amp WARNING e Do not adjust the driver s seat while driving The seat may move sud denly and could cause loss of con trol of the vehicle e After adjustment gently rock in the seat to make sure it is securely locked Cee ADJUST i Forward and backward ADJUST ROTATE APD0119 Forward and backward Reclining Rotate the lever up while you slide the seat To recline the seatback pull the lever up forward or backward to the desired position and lean back To bring the seatback for Release the
112. during the entire fast reverse period FF Press this button to advance the CD mecha nism and move ahead on the disc If held for less than three seconds this button causes the CD to advance at three times the normal play speed If held for more than three seconds the CD advances at 10 times the normal play speed The volume decreases and the display win dow shows the elapsed time during the entire fast forward period COMP Press this button to activate the compres sion function This function reduces the dynamic range of the CD program material which provides the listener with a more consistent level of volume The display win dow shows a C when the compression function is activated 4 22 Heater air conditioner and audio systems SHUFFLE Press this button to randomly select the play order of the tracks on a CD When all tracks of one CD have been played the system changes to the next CD in the magazine and proceeds to play the tracks in a ran domly selected order The shuffle feature remains in effect until turned off by pressing the SHUFFLE button again When the shuffle function is activated the display window shows the letters SHF for two seconds then shows the disc number and track selected for the remainder of that selec tion When a new track is selected the letters SHF reappear for two seconds followed by the new disc and track number and so on as long as the shuffle function is active STE
113. e installed as optional equipment to upgrade the audio system A CD player is not in cluded with this system but can be pur chased as an option at any time Consult with an authorized NISSAN dealer for fea ture availability The compact disc player consists of two main components the 6 CD magazine and the CD changer Both components are lo AHA0597 cated on the center instrument panel con sole below the ashtray How to load the CD magazine To load the magazine with CDs first push the button on the CD changer to eject the magazine then remove the magazine from the changer The inside of the CD magazine contains six shelves one for each CD to be loaded Carefully slide a CD label side up onto one of the shelves and push it in Repeat as desired loading up to six CDs CD magazine insert Once the desired number of CDs are loaded into the magazine insert the magazine back into the CD changer With the ignition switch OFF the CD maga zine loads into the CD changer Once the ignition switch is turned to ACC or ON the audio system returns to its previous mode With the ignition switch in the ACC or ON position the CD magazine loads into the CD changer and begins play with disc one track one CD Push this button to switch from radio or tape mode to CD mode CD play begins auto matically if at least one disc is loaded in the magazine The display window shows the CD number for three seconds then th
114. e use the same size tread design speed rating and load carrying capacity as originally equipped Recom mended types and sizes are shown in Wheels and tires in the Technical and consumer information section of this manual amp WARNING e The use of tires other than those recommended or the mixed use of tires of different brands construc tion bias bias belted or radial or tread patterns can adversely affect the ride braking handling ground clearance body to tire clearance snow chain clearance speedometer calibration headlight aim and bumper height Some of these ef fects may lead to accidents and could result in serious personal in jury e If the wheels are changed for any reason always replace with wheels which have the same offset dimen sion Wheels of a different offset could cause early tire wear possibly degraded vehicle handling charac teristics and or interference with the brake discs drums Such interfer ence can lead to decreased braking efficiency and or early brake pad shoe wear e Do not install a deformed wheel or tire even if it has been repaired Such wheels or tires could have structural damage and could fail without warn ing e The use of retread tires is not recom mended Wheel balance Unbalanced wheels may affect vehicle han dling and tire life Even with regular use wheels can get out of balance Therefore they should be balanced as required Wheel balance ser
115. e all doors are locked The system can be activated even if the windows are open 4 Confirm that the SECURITY light lo cated under the hazard warning switch illuminates The SECURITY light illumi nates for about 30 seconds and then begins to flash once every three sec onds The system is now activated The theft warning system is NOT activated if one of the following occurs e A door is unlocked or opened the hood is opened or the ignition key is turned to the ACC or ON position during the 30 seconds in which the SECURITY light stays on e The SECURITY light blinks at a steady 1 2 second on 1 2 second off rate because a door or the hood is open and the key is not in the ACC or ON position When the ignition key is turned to the ACC or ON position the SECURITY light turns off Theft warning system operation The theft warning system emits the follow ing alarm e The headlights and tail lights flash and the horn sounds intermittently In addi tion the starter motor does not operate e The alarm automatically turns off after two to three minutes However the alarm reactivates if the vehicle is tampered with again The alarm can be shut off by unlocking a door with the key or by pressing the button on the multi remote controller The alarm is activated when e a door is unlocked or opened without using the key or the multi remote control ler This includes unlocking the doors with the inside door lock s
116. e display window shows the set temperature W Press this button to obtain maximum airflow to the windshield Adjust the temperature setting as required for defrosting The Gy indicator light comes on and the display window shows the set temperature When the outside temperature is about 50 F 10 C or above the air is dehumidi fied to prevent window fogging gt Push this button to select airflow through the instrument panel registers The Heater air conditioner and audio systems 4 11 Js indicator light comes on and the display window shows the set temperature The EATC heats the air if the selected temperature is warmer than the outside air coming into the vehicle However the air is not cooled regardless of the temperature setting gt o byad Push this button to get air from the floor and instrument panel registers at the same time The amp 7 indicator light comes on and the display window shows the set temperature Depending on the selected temperature the air is automatically heated or cooled e A Push this button to direct airflow to the floor The indicator light comes on and the display window shows the set temperature The air cannot be cooled in the f mode only heated AIR CONDITIONER AND AIR RE CIRCULATION Activate the air conditioner in any of the override modes listed above by pressing the A C button The A C indicat
117. e is in motion the seat should be upright Always sit well back in the seat and adjust the seat belt properly 1 64 Seats restraints and supplemental air bag systems It is extremely dangerous to ride ina cargo area inside of a vehicle In a collision people riding in these ar eas are more likely to be seriously injured or killed Do not allow people to ride in any area of your vehicle that is not equipped with seats and seat belts Be sure everyone in your vehicle is in a seat and using a seat belt prop erly Do not place hard items such as coffee mugs or drinking glasses on the tabletop seats when the vehicle is moving Any item can become a projectile inside a vehicle involved in a collision To help prevent personal injury never leave loose items on the fold down tabletop seats when the vehicle is moving FLOOR MAT POSITIONING Narrow positioning Wide pin mat mat APD0847 SEVEN PASSENGER SEATING Removable floor mats Whenever you remove the mats for any reason the mats must be reinstalled before passengers ride in your vehicle The floor mats are specifically designed to keep objects out of the seat tracks Floor mat mat positioning Step Narrow pin mat mat THREE PASSENGER BENCH SEAT IN STORAGE POSITION CAUTION It is important to replace the floor mats whenever they are removed for any reason The floor mats are intended to help prevent the possibility that high heeled shoes or
118. e of a tan dem axle trailer whenever towing above 3 000 Ibs 1 361 kg e A sway control device is recommended for all towing above 2 000 lbs 907 kg Sway control devices are not offered by NISSAN See a professional trailer hitch outlet for a properly designed sway con trol device for your trailer The Gross Combined Weight should not exceed 8 000 Ibs 3 628 kg The Gross Combined Weight is the total weight of the tow vehicle with all occupants cargo and fuel tanks PLUS the total weight of the trailer and all its cargo This weight should Technical and consumer information 10 13 be properly distributed For more informa tion regarding vehicle and trailer loading refer to The NISSAN Towing Guide avail able from an authorized NISSAN dealer A WARNING Vehicle damage and or personal injury resulting from improper towing proce dures is not covered by NISSAN war ranties Information on trailer towing and required towing equipment should be obtained from dealers who special ize in providing trailers or other towing equipment Tongue load Keep the tongue load between 9 and 11 of the total trailer load If the tongue load becomes excessive rearrange cargo to al low for proper tongue load Gross axle weight T11012M Maximum gross vehicle weight maximum gross axle weight The gross vehicle weight of the towing vehicle must not exceed the gross vehicle weight rating GVWR shown on the F
119. e track number for three seconds then displays both together for the remainder of the track Push this button when a CD is already playing to stop the CD If the CD button is pushed while in the radio or tape mode and there are no CDs loaded in the magazine the display window flashes a NO DISC message for 4 seconds Heater air conditioner and audio systems 4 21 SEEK Push q SEEK to select the previous track number or push SEEK J to se lect the next track number After the last track on a disc pushing SEEK p gt se lects the first track of the same disc TUNE DISCS Push lt Q TUNE DISCS to select the pre vious CD in the magazine Push TUNE DISCS Pp to select the next CD in the magazine SCAN Push this button to audition the first 10 seconds of each track on a disc At the end of the disc the SCAN function continues with the first track on the same disc The display window flashes the track number being auditioned during the SCAN function REW Press this button to reverse the CD mecha nism and move back to a previous point on the disc If held for less than three seconds this button causes the CD to reverse at three times the normal play speed If held for more than three seconds the CD re verses at 10 times the normal play speed The mechanism reverses to the beginning of track 1 and begins play if the button is held continuously The volume decreases and the display window shows the elapsed time
120. e under the lap belt and receive serious internal injuries e For most effective protection when the vehicle is in motion the seat should be upright Always sit well back in the seat and adjust the seat belt properly Third row passengers should be aware that their shoulder belts are located slightly be hind the third row seating position Never try to use the seat belts for the second row passengers which are in front of the three passenger bench seat A WARNING Use of the second row three point seat belts by third row passengers could increase the chance or severity of in jury in a sudden stop or an accident 2 Slowly pull the seat belt out of the retrac tor and insert the tongue into the buckle until it snaps The retractor is designed to lock during a sudden stop or on impact A slow pulling motion permits the belt to move and allows you some freedom of move ment in the seat Three passenger bench seat TAKE UP slack POSITION low on the hips ARS 1084 3 Position the lap belt portion low on the hips as shown 4 Pull the shoulder belt portion toward the retractor to take up extra slack Seats restraints and supplemental air bag systems 1 35 TWO POINT TYPE WITHOUT RETRACTOR Center of three passenger bench seat APDO162 Selecting correct set of belts The seat belt tongues must be fastened into the seat belt buckles as illustrated above A WARNING Any
121. e way cata lyst s ability to help reduce exhaust pollutants Keep your engine tuned up Malfunc tions in the ignition fuel injection or electrical systems can cause over rich fuel flow into the catalyst caus ing it to overheat Do not keep driv ing if the engine misfires or if noticeable loss of performance or other unusual operating conditions are detected Have the vehicle in spected promptly by an authorized NISSAN dealer Avoid driving with an extremely low fuel level Running out of fuel could cause the engine to misfire damag ing the three way catalyst Do not race the engine while warm ing it up Do not push or tow your vehicle to start the engine AVOIDING COLLISION AND ROLLOVER A WARNING Failure to operate this vehicle in a safe and prudent manner may result in loss of control or an accident Be alert and drive defensively at all times Obey all traffic regulations Avoid excessive speed high speed cornering or sudden steering maneuvers because these driving practices could cause you to lose control of your vehicle As with any vehicle loss of control could result in a collision with other vehicles or objects or cause the vehicle to roll over particularly if the vehicle slides sideways Be attentive at all times and avoid driving when tired Never drive when under the influence of alcohol or drugs including prescription or over the counter drugs which may cause drowsi ness Always wear y
122. eater pedal effort as well as pedal travel e f the brake fluid level is below the minimum mark on the brake fluid reservoir do not drive until the brake system has been checked at an au thorized NISSAN dealer 2 8 Instruments and controls Anti lock brake ABS or warning light If the light comes on while the engine is running it may indicate something is wrong with the anti lock portion of the brake sys tem Have the system checked by an autho rized NISSAN dealer If a malfunction occurs in the system the anti lock function turns off but the brakes continue to operate normally If the light comes on while you are driv ing contact an authorized NISSAN dealer for repair OD Overdrive off indicator light This light comes on during driving when the overdrive switch is pressed to prevent over drive operation The O D OFF indicator light comes on for two seconds each time the ignition key is turned ON This shows the light is function ing properly If the O D OFF indicator light blinks for approximately 8 seconds after coming on for 2 seconds have an authorized NISSAN dealer check the transmission and repair it if necessary The automatic transmission is equipped with an electronic Fail Safe mode This sys tem allows the vehicle to be driven even in the event of damage to the electrical cir cuits If this occurs the gears automatically engage and lock into third gear
123. ecome dangerous projectiles in an accident or sudden stop The T type spare tire is designed for emergency use See specific instruc tions under the heading Wheels and tires in the Do it yourself section of this manual In case of emergency 6 7 JUMP STARTING To start your engine with a booster battery f Whenever working on or near a bat the instructions and precautions below must tery always wear suitable eye pro be followed tectors for example goggles or in dustrial safety spectacles and A WARNING remove rings metal bands or any e lf done incorrectly jump starting can other jewelry Do not lean over when 6 8 lead to a battery explosion resulting in severe injury or death It could also damage your vehicle Explosive hydrogen gas is always present in the vicinity of the battery Keep all sparks and flames away from the battery Do noi allow battery fluid to come into contact with eyes skin cloth or painted surfaces Battery fluid is a corrosive sulfuric acid solution which can cause severe burns If the fluid should come into contact with anything immediately flush the con tacted area with water Keep battery out of the reach of children The booster battery must be rated at 12 volts Use of an improper rated battery can damage your vehicle In case of emergency jump starting Do not attempt to jump start a frozen battery It could explode and cause serious injury
124. econd and third row bench seats can be folded down to tabletops Third seat in second position with second row seat removed APDO0046 To increase cargo area space the second row bench seat can be removed and the three passenger sliding seat can be moved up to the second row position Third seat folded down in second seating position with second row seat removed APD0047 The third seat can be folded down into a tabletop Seats restraints and supplemental air bag systems 1 71 Second row seat removed third row seat folded down APD0048 With the third seat folded down and the second seat removed cargo can be placed in between the front seats and the third row seat People should not be allowed to ride in areas meant for cargo Passen gers should always be properly re strained in seat belts Second seat folded down third seat folded up APDO050 The second row seat can be folded down and the third row seat can be moved just behind it in a storage position 1 72 Seats restraints and supplemental air bag systems Seven passenger seating with bucket seats in second row third seat in seating position 1 H 0 ad ad sy CE More leg room APD0128 WITH SECOND ROW BUCKET SEATS The normal seating arrangement for seven passengers is with the three passenger bench seat in seating position 1 This provides more leg room for the passenge
125. ecure tighten the belt as necessary or put the restraint in another seat and test it again e For a front facing child restraint if the seat position where it is installed ARS 1059 has a three point type lap shoulder belt check to make sure the shoul FRONT FACING INSTALLATION der belt does not go in front of the AT THREE PASSENGER BENCH child s face or neck If it does put SEAT CENTER POSITION the shoulder belt behind the child restraint If you must install a front When you install a child restraint in a rear facing child restraint in the front center seat follow these steps seat see Installation on front pas 1 Position the child restraint on the seat as senger seat later in this section illustrated Always follow the restraint e When your child restraint is not in manufacturer s instructions use keep it secured with a seat belt to prevent it from being thrown around in case of a sudden stop or accident 1 40 Seats restraints and supplemental air bag systems Front facing INSERT 4 to fasten TA ARS 1060 2 Route the seat belt tongue through the child restraint and insert it into the buckle until you hear and feel the latch engage Be sure to follow the child restraint manu facturer s instructions for belt routing Front facing 3 A b 7 Z aa ff 1 4 ARS1061 3 Remove all slack in the lap belt for a very tight fi
126. ed and discharge air temperature remain automatic You can override fan speed by rotating the vertical thumbwheel located at the extreme right of the control panel The display window indicates the status of the system It shows the selected tempera ture and AUTO when in the AUTOMATIC mode It also indicates manual thumb wheel control of the fan speed when a amp is shown AUTOMATIC OPERATION Push the AUTOMATIC button and select the desired temperature The selected tempera ture and AUTO show in the display window The EATC heats or cools to achieve the set temperature When in AUTOMATIC and weather conditions require heat air is sent to the floor However a feature is included in the EATC to prevent blowing cold air to the floor if the engine coolant is not warm enough to allow heating In three or four minutes the fan speed gradu ally increases and airflow changes to the floor If unique conditions exist such as window fogging the five override buttons allow spe cific airflow selection The thumbwheel al lows you to adjust the fan speed to suit your needs Temperature selection The y TEMP A button on the left side of the control panel is for temperature selec tion The Ww side lowers the set tempera ture and the A side raises the set tem perature Press and hold either side of the button to rapidly change the temperature setting in one degree increments to either 65 F 18 C or 85 F 29 C If you want
127. en using the power point e Maximum load of any electrical equipment should not exceed 10 amps e Be sure to turn off any electrical equipment when not in use Leaving electrical equipment on for extended periods can discharge your battery Instruments and controls 2 17 COIN TRAY COMPACT DISC AND AUDIO CASSETTE STORAGE COMPARTMENT AIC1031 The slide out coin tray is located in the instrument panel below the radio controls Do not place valuable items in the coin tray WARNING The driver should not pull out the coin tray or remove or insert coins in the coin tray while driving in order that full attention may be given to the driving operation 2 18 Instruments and controls Compact disc and cassette storage compartment The compact disc and audio cassette stor age compartment is located in the instru ment panel below the ashtray and lighter To open the storage compartment pull out on the handle A WARNING The driver should not open the com pact disc and audio cassette storage compartment or remove or insert any cassettes or compact discs while driv ing in order that full attention be given to the driving operation CUP HOLDER Cup holder j N LAA O PULL gy out APDO0087 To use the cup holder pull the cover away from the side of the front passenger seat Pull the cup holder out of the cover To store the cup holder push
128. ent arrangements for passenger seating or cargo hauling are available as you will see in the following illustrations The second row seats may be removed and the third row seat may be moved forward to the second row seating position The second and third row seats have an optional fold down table top feature This offers a variety of uses for the vehicle when moving or stopped The illustrations shown reflect the different seating positions available Before you begin to arrange the seats in your vehicle read all of the cautions and warnings in this chapter including the following section on the removable floor mats Also observe any labels that are in the vehicle A WARNING e While the vehicle is in motion pas sengers should always be seated in a forward facing direction in a seat which is properly secured and ad justed Seat belts should always be used Sitting without a seat belt in a seat that is not properly secured in one of the locations shown in this chapter or in a place without a seat and seat belt can result in personal injury in a sudden stop or collision Do not ride in a moving vehicle when the seatback is reclined This can be dangerous The shoulder belt will not be against your body In an acci dent you could be thrown into it and receive neck or other serious inju ries You could also slide under the lap belt and receive serious internal injuries For the most effective protection when the vehicl
129. eo indicator shows in the display window dur ing FM stereo reception When the stereo broadcast signal is weak the radio auto matically changes from stereo to monaural reception Station memory operations Your radio comes equipped with six memory buttons which are used to preset up to six AM stations and 12 FM stations NOTE If the vehicle s battery is discon nected the memory buttons need to be reset To set the memory buttons 1 Select the desired band AM FM1 or FM2 by pressing the AM FM button 2 Tune to the desired frequency 3 Press one of the memory buttons and hold the button in The sound mutes out for about two seconds then returns That station is now held in memory on that button Repeat the three steps above for each memory button you want to set The memory buttons also control the rear audio controls Push memory buttons three and five simultaneously to turn the rear audio controls on Push them again to turn the rear audio controls off A headphone symbol appears in the display window when the rear controls are activated ADJUSTING TONE QUALITY BASS Bass control allows you to adjust the lower bass frequencies to your preference Push the BASS button either a or BASS and the setting indicator bar appear in the display window Pressing the BASS button either g or w in creases or decreases the level of bass as indicated by the number of bar segments showing in the display w
130. er 3 15 Fuse box cover 8 17 Hood release lever 3 10 Parking brake release lever 5 9 Driver supplemental air bag 1 18 Ignition switch steering lock 5 4 Rear window washer switch 2 12 Passenger supplemental Rear window wiper switch 2 12 air bag 1 18 Rear window defogger switch 2 12 Meters gauges 1 3 Hazard warning flasher switch 2 15 Security light 2 10 Center ventilator 4 2 Heater air conditioner control 4 3 Radio with cassette player 4 14 Ashtray 2 16 Coin tray 2 17 See the page indicated in CD changer 4 21 parentheses for operating details Cigarette lighter 2 16 Radio control 4 23 AIC1020 2 2 Instruments and controls METERS AND GAUGES Engine coolant Speedometer temperature gauge Tachometer Fuel uel gauge Trip odometer Reset button for trip odometer a EN ce o RPMx1000 J ea amp A B amp le CHECK 0 0 Cy gea OFF 5 SERVICE Odometer OF ENGINE SOON AIC1040 Instruments and controls 2 3 SPEEDOMETER AND ODOMETER ENGINE COOLANT TEMPERATURE GAUGE olo ojojolo AIC0003 Speedometer The speedometer indicates vehicle speed Odometer The odometer records the total distance the vehicle has been driven Trip odometer The trip odometer records the distance of individual trips Before
131. es at the next latching position Continue to lift and release the slide lever until the desired position is obtained To lower the cushion the seat must be locked at a passenger seating position Lift the seat cushion release lever and lower the cushion until locked The seat cushion cannot be lowered ina storage position This prevents a pas senger from using a seat or seat belt that APD0853 is out of a seating position Sliding the three passenger seat Before sliding the seat fasten the center belt tongue to the center buckle and remove the appropriate floor mats Seats restraints and supplemental air bag systems 1 15 5 SEAT POSITIONS 2 Third Row Seating Positions 2 Storage Positions PA TD l ERA 1 Second Row Seating Position pp0126 The seating system allows great flexibility Proper usage is important to your safety A WARNING Do not slide the seat while the ve hicle is moving After adjustment gently rock in the seat to be sure it is securely locked After sliding the seat check that both sides of the seat are locked securely by attempting to move each side of the seat forward and backward This must be done before the vehicle is put into motion in order to prevent unintended movement of the seat and passenger injuries Do not attempt to use the seats placed into a storage position for passengers because in this position the seat belts will not protect the occup
132. es down farther than normal see an authorized NISSAN dealer A WARNING See an authorized NISSAN dealer and have it checked if the brake pedal height does not return to normal Brake pad wear indicators The disc pads on your vehicle have audible wear indicators When a brake pad requires replacement it makes a high pitched scrap ing or screeching sound when the vehicle is in motion whether or not the brake pedal is depressed Have the brakes checked as soon as possible if the wear indicator sound is heard Under some driving or climate conditions occasional brake squeak squeal or other noise may be heard Occasional brake noise during light to moderate stops is nor mal and does not affect the function or performance of the brake system The rear drum brakes if so equipped do not have audible wear indicators If you ever hear an unusually loud noise from the rear drum brakes have them inspected as soon as possible by an authorized NISSAN dealer Proper brake inspection intervals should be followed For more information regard ing brake inspections see the appropriate maintenance schedule information in the Maintenance section of this manual Do it yourself 8 17 BRAKE BOOSTER Check the brake booster function as fol lows 1 With the engine off press and release the brake pedal several times When brake pedal movement distance of travel remains the same from one pedal application to the next conti
133. estraint system Information and warning labels 1 23 Switch Autolamp SWItCH ou eee eens 2 14 Automatic power window switch Hazard warning flasher switch Headlight control switch wav 2 13 IQGMITOM S WICH 2 ccccsteusccevsecaevectseeceueenesss 5 4 Overdrive SWItCH aseeseen 5 7 Rear window defogger switch 2 13 Rear window wiper and washer SWILCHOS iniisp 2 12 Turn signal SWitCN eee 2 15 Windshield wiper and washer switch 2 11 T Tabletop Sats cveciccvsserseccosrecaevetivacsueewesss 1 7 TAGhOM Ctel a TS 2 4 TRSIEWATING isseire 2 10 Three way catalyst Three passenger bench seat 1 34 Three passenger bench seat in fully forward POSITION x csisssexceeseeecsseseeeserseeeecteerie 1 67 Three passenger bench seat in storage POSION sissien arn aaneren Tilting steering wheel os UTQG DEt 2240csasetedesasacteaseastessodsenaenstenaates TIMING NANen Tire Flat tire Spare tire Tire CHAINS iisi 8 28 TROD ACAN Dc ssicvscsecsivesecvsccveserscervaresenes 10 11 Tire pressure eccsesestseseeesseesseesseeees 8 26 Tire TOTAL OM azonni e 8 28 TOON ERT ET 6 2 Typ s of ro Sainn 8 27 Uniform tire quality grading 10 18 Wheels and tires Wheel tire SiZun 10 8 Towing TOW TUCK TOWING enesenn 6 12 Towing load specification chart 10 14 Trailer tOWING ascicisiverscvessveverscdevaeeenes 10 13 Transmission Au
134. ey cannot be turned to LOCK and removed until the shift lever is moved to the P Park position The shift lever is designed so it cannot be moved out of P Park and into any of the other gear positions if the ignition key is turned to LOCK or if the key is removed from the switch 5 4 Starting and driving The shift lever can be moved out of P Park only after the ignition switch is in the ON position and the foot brake pedal is depressed To lock the steering wheel remove the key To unlock the steering wheel insert the key and turn it gently while rotating the steering wheel slightly right and left amp WARNING Never remove the key while driving If the key is removed the steering wheel will lock This may cause the driver to lose control of the vehicle and could result in serious vehicle damage or personal injury Key positions LOCK Normal parking position OFF The engine can be turned off without locking the steering wheel if the key is left in the ignition ACC Accessories This position activates electrical accesso ries such as the radio when the engine is not running ON Normal operating position This position turns on the ignition system and the electrical accessories START This position activates the starter motor which starts the engine BEFORE STARTING THE ENGINE Make sure the area around the vehicle is clear Maintenance items listed here should be checked periodically
135. f you judge your child able to remain properly positioned in the integrated child safety seat Removing the child 1 Release the chest clip 2 Release the left and right shoulder har 1 62 Seats restraints and supplemental air bag systems ness tongues from the belt buckle by pressing the red belt buckle button 3 Move the left and right shoulder har nesses aside and assist the child from the integrated child safety seat Storing the Integrated Child Safety Seat 1 Be sure the shoulder harnesses are fully retracted and resting inside the inte grated child safety seat recess It is not necessary to reconnect the shoulder har nesses and belt buckle prior to storing the integrated child safety seat 2 While holding onto but not pulling the cushion release strap rotate the cushion upward until it fits flush with the second row seat back cushion and locks into position 3 Be sure the integrated child safety seat is locked in the stowed position by grasping the safety seat cushion and attempting to lower it without pulling the cushion re lease strap If the integrated child safety seat is not locked in the stowed position repeat steps one through three Integrated Child Safety Seat main tenance e To clean the shoulder harnesses and belt buckle webbing apply a mild soap solu tion or any solution recommended for cleaning upholstery or carpets Then brush the webbing wipe it with a cloth and allow it to dry in
136. fastened to the buckle mounted in the middle of the seat When the two buckle seat belt system is not in use the webbing can be secured with the seat belt clip The seat belt clip should not be used with a child seat or during seat belt usage The seat belt clip opening should face the front of the vehicle PRESS release button to detach tongue from buckle APD0093 A twisted belt may prevent the retractor from working properly If the two buckle seat belt system is twisted disengage the single window tongue from the auxiliary buckle on the side of the seat remove the twist and reinstall the tongue into the auxiliary buckle until you hear a snap and feel the latch engage Both tongues must be attached to their appropriate buckles whenever someone is riding in that seating position If the tongue is released to allow a third row passenger to enter or exit the tongue must be reattached When the two passenger bench seat is re moved from the vehicle you must detach the single window tongue from the auxiliary buckle If the three passenger bench seat is moved up to the second row position the outside passenger near the sliding door only needs to use the double win dow tongue and the standard buckle Because the third row seat is so much wider and is closer to the sliding door the single window tongue and the auxil iary buckle are not necessary Seats restraints and supplemental air bag systems 1 33
137. h water WINDOW WASHER FLUID Add fluid when the low washer fluid warning light comes on To check the fluid level look down the fill tube of the washer fluid reser voir in the engine compartment To add fluid remove the reservoir cap and refill the reservoir This reservoir serves both the front and rear washer systems CAUTION Do not substitute engine anti freeze coolant for window washer solution This may result in damage to the paint BATTERY e Keep the battery surface clean and dry e Keep the battery out of the reach of Any corrosion should be washed off with children a solution of baking soda and water e Make certain the terminal connections lt 2 are clean and securely tightened e f the vehicle is not to be used for 30 days or longer disconnect the negative battery terminal cable to prevent dis charging A WARNING e Do not expose the battery to flames or electrical sparks Hydrogen gas ADI0037 generated by battery action is explo z i sive Do not allow battery fluid to Hee herent hee ee should contact your skin eyes fabrics or painted surfaces After touching a If it is necessary to add fluid add only battery or battery cap do not touch distilled water to bring the level to the indi or rub your eyes Thoroughly wash cator in each filler opening Do not overfill VOU hemeE li ihe eae conieci youl 1 Remove the cell plugs using a suitable eyes skin or cloth
138. hain manufacturer Otherwise your ve hicle may be damaged and or vehicle han dling and performance may be adversely affected Never install tire chains on T type and small size spare tires Do not use tire chains on dry roads 8 28 Do it yourself Front Vl ADI0656 Tire rotation NISSAN recommends rotating the tires every 7 500 miles 12 000 km Tighten wheel nuts to 72 to 87 ft lb 98 to 118 N m See Flat tire in the In case of emergency section for tire replacing procedures A WARNING After rotating the tires adjust the tire pressure Retighten the lug nuts after the wheels have been run for the first 600 miles 1 000 km also in cases of a flat tire etc Do not include the T type spare tire or any other small size spare tire in the tire rotation Wear indicator Location mark DI1035M Tire wear and damage amp WARNING e Tires should be periodically in spected for wear cracking bulging or objects caught in the tread If excessive wear cracks bulging or deep cuts are found the tire should be replaced e The original tires have a built in tread wear indicator When the wear indicator is visible the tire should be replaced e improper service for a T type spare tire may result in serious personal injury If it is necessary to repair the T type spare tire contact an autho rized NISSAN dealer Changing tires and wheels When replacing a tir
139. hains only on the front two original tires Tire tread of the T type spare tire will wear at a faster rate than the original tire Replace the T type spare tire as soon as the tread wear indicators appear Do not use the T type spare tire on other vehicles Do not use more than one T type spare tire at the same time Do not tow a trailer while the T type spare tire is installed CAUTION e Do not use tire chains on a T type spare tire Tire chains will not fit properly on the T type spare tire and may cause damage to the vehicle Because the T type spare tire is smaller than the original tire ground clearance is reduced To avoid dam age to the vehicle do not drive over obstacles Also do not drive the ve hicle through an automatic car wash since it may get caught 9 Maintenance General maintenance ccccccceceeeseesessssteeeeeeees 9 2 Outside the vehicle ccccccccecseeeesssssseneeeeeees 9 2 Inside the vehicle cccccccccceeeeeeeeeeeeeeeseeeeeeeeess 9 3 Under the hood and vehicle c eeseseeeeeeeeees 9 4 Periodic maintenance schedules c00006 9 5 Schedule One sssssssssssssnsirirrnrrrreseessserrnrrrrrrnrrrrnnnsene 9 5 Schedule TWO isi diccccccccdscscssteadacscisdzectencdecawsteisecsteveces 9 5 Explanation of maintenance items 9 10 Your new NISSAN has been designed to have minimum maintenance requirements with longer service intervals t
140. he vehicle Also do not put the same seat belt around both your child and yourself Never install a rear facing child re straint in the front seat An inflating air bag could seriously injure or kill your child A rear facing child restraint must only be used in the rear seat NISSAN recommends that the child restraint be installed in a rear seat According to accident statistics children are safer when properly re strained in a rear seat than in a front seat e An improperly installed child re straint could lead to serious injury in an accident In general child restraint systems are designed to be installed with a lap belt or the lap portion of a three point type seat belt compatible with your child Always follow all recommended procedures All U S states and some provinces or territories of Canada require that infants and small children be restrained in ap proved child restraints at all times while the vehicle is being operated Child restraints for infants and children of various sizes are offered by several manu facturers When selecting any child re straint keep the following points in mind 1 Choose only a restraint with a label cer tifying that it complies with Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard 213 or Cana dian Motor Vehicle Safety Standard 213 2 Check the child restraint in your vehicle to be sure it is compatible with the vehi cle s seat and seat belt system Choose a child restrai
141. he air conditioner after use is normal If you should notice any leaks or if gasoline fumes are evident check for the cause and have it corrected immediately by an authorized NISSAN dealer PERIODIC MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES To ensure smooth trouble free safe and economical driving NISSAN provides two periodic maintenance schedules that may be used depending upon the conditions in which you usually drive These schedules contain both distance and time intervals up to 60 000 miles 96 000 km 48 months For most people the odometer reading indi cates when service is needed However if you drive very little your vehicle should be serviced at the regular time intervals shown in the schedules After 60 000 miles 96 000 km 48 months continue peri odic maintenance at the same mileage time intervals SCHEDULE ONE Follow Periodic Maintenance Schedule One if your driving habits frequently include one or more of the following driving conditions e Repeated short trips of less than 5 miles 8 km e Repeated short trips of less than 10 miles 16 km with outside tempera tures below freezing e Operating the vehicle in hot weather during stop and go rush hour traf fic e Extensive idling and or low speed driving for long distances such as police taxi or door to door delivery use e Driving in dusty conditions e Driving on rough muddy or salt spread roads e Towing a trailer using a camper or a car top
142. he cruise control To cancel the preset speed follow any of these three methods a Push the CANCEL button the CRUISE light in the instrument panel goes out b Tap the brake pedal the CRUISE light goes out c Push the cruise control OFF switch Both the ON indicator and CRUISE lights go out e f you depress the brake pedal while pushing the RES ACCEL switch the RES ACCEL function is cancelled In order for the RES ACCEL switch to operate the COAST SET must be used to re engage the system e The cruise control automatically cancels if the vehicle slows down more than 5 MPH 8 km h below the set speed e Move the selector lever to N Neutral The CRUISE light goes out To reset at a faster cruising speed use one of the following three methods a Depress the accelerator pedal When the vehicle attains the desired speed push and release the COAST SET switch b Push and hold the RES ACCEL switch When the vehicle attains the speed you desire release the switch c Push and release the RES ACCEL switch Each time you do this the set speed increases by about 1 MPH 1 6 km h To reset at a slower cruising speed use one of the following three methods a Lightly tap the brake pedal When the vehicle attains the desired speed push the COAST SET switch and release it b Push and hold the COAST SET switch Release the switch when the vehicle slows down to the desired speed c Push and release
143. he parking brake and move the gearshift lever to the P Park position Do not stop the engine 2 Turn off the air conditioner switch Open all the windows move the temperature control dial to warm and fan control knob to four 3 If engine overheating is caused by climb ing along hill on a hot day run the engine at a fast idle approximately 1 500 RPM until the temperature gauge indication returns to normal Get out of the vehicle Look and listen for steam or coolant escaping from the ra diator before opening the hood Wait until no steam or coolant can be seen before proceeding 5 Open the hood A WARNING If steam or water is coming from the engine stand clear to prevent getting burned 6 Visually check if the cooling fan is run ning The radiator hoses and radiator should not leak water If coolant is leak ing or the cooling fan does not run stop the engine A WARNING e Be careful not to allow your hands hair or clothing to come into contact with or to get caught in the running fan belts or motor fan e The fan motor may start at any time when the coolant temperature is high 7 After the engine cools down completely check the coolant level in the reservoir tank with the engine running Add coolant to the reservoir tank if necessary Have your vehicle repaired at an authorized NISSAN dealer AFTER AN ACCIDENT VIE shut off switch i ACE0018 Inert
144. hen the ignition switch is in the ON or START position Seats restraints and supplemental air bag systems 1 21 A WARNING Do not place any objects on the steering wheel pad or the instrument panel Also do not place any objects between any occupant and the steer ing wheel or instrument panel Such objects may become dangerous pro jectiles and cause injury if the supplemental air bag inflates Right after inflation several supple mental air bag system components will be hot Do not touch them you may severely burn yourself No unauthorized changes should be made to any components or wiring of the supplemental air bag system This is to prevent accidental inflation of the supplemental air bag or dam age to the supplemental air bag sys tem Do not make unauthorized changes to your vehicles electrical system suspension system or front end structure This could affect proper operation of the supplemental air bag system e Tampering with the supplemental air bag system may result in serious personal injury Tampering includes changes to the steering wheel and the instrument panel assembly by placing material over the steering wheel pad and above the instrument panel or by installing additional trim material around the supplemental air bag system Work around and on the supplemen tal air bag system should be done by an authorized NISSAN dealer Instal lation of electrical equipment should also be done by an aut
145. hild restraint from side to side and tug it forward to make sure it is securely in place If it is not secure try to tighten the belt again or put the restraint in another seat Check to make sure the child restraint is properly secured prior to each use FRONT FACING INSTALLATION AT SECOND AND THIRD ROW OUTBOARD POSITIONS The following instructions apply to second row bucket seats the second row bench seat and the outboard positions of the three passenger bench seat amp WARNING When installing a child restraint in the two passenger bench seat if it is placed in the seating position next to the sliding door be sure both the aux iliary buckle and main buckle are prop erly fastened Failure to do so could increase the chance and or severity of injury in an accident A WARNING e The three point belt in your vehicle is equipped with a locking mode re tractor which must be used when installing a child restraint e Failure to use the retractor s locking mode will result in the child restraint not being properly secured The seat could tip over or otherwise be unse cured and cause injury to the child in a sudden stop or collision Seats restraints and supplemental air bag systems 1 43 Front facing x e me ARS1032 When you install a child restraint in a rear outboard seat follow these steps 1 Position the child restraint on the seat Always follow the restraint manufactu
146. hnical bulletins service tips and in dealership training programs They are completely qualified to work on NISSAN vehicles be fore they work on your vehicle rather than after they have worked on it You can be confident that an authorized NISSAN dealer s service department per forms the best job to meet the maintenance requirements on your vehicle in a reliable and economic way GENERAL MAINTENANCE During the normal day to day operation of the vehicle general maintenance should be performed regularly as prescribed in this section If you detect any unusual sounds vibrations or smells be sure to check for the cause or have an authorized NISSAN dealer do it promptly In addition you should notify an authorized NISSAN dealer if you think repairs are required When performing any checks or mainte nance work closely observe the precau tions in the Do it yourself section of this manual Additional information on the following items with an can be found in the Do it yourself section of this manual OUTSIDE THE VEHICLE The maintenance items listed here should be performed from time to time unless otherwise specified Tires Check the pressure with a gauge periodically when at a service station in cluding the spare and adjust to the speci fied pressure if necessary Check carefully for damage cuts or excessive wear Wheel nuts When checking the tires make sure no wheel nut
147. horized NIS SAN dealer The yellow Supplemen tal Restraint System SRS wiring should not be modified or discon nected Unauthorized elecirical test equipment and probing devices should not be used on the supple mental air bag system The SRS wiring harnesses are cov ered with yellow insulation either just before the harness connectors or over the complete harness for easy identification 1 22 Seats restraints and supplemental air bag systems When selling your vehicle we request that you inform the buyer about the supplemental air bag system and guide the buyer to the appropriate sections in this Owner s Manual WARNING LABELS SUPPLEMENTAL AIR BAG WARNING LIGHT WARNING SRS AIR BAG The warning labels are located on the surface of the sun visors Warning labels about the supplemental air bag system are placed in the vehicle ARS1082 ue ReMx1000 BE x 2D G The supplemental air bag warning light displaying AIR BAG in the instrument panel monitors the circuits of the supplemental air bag The circuits monitored by the supple mental air bag light include the diagnosis sensor unit supplemental air bag modules and all related wiring When the ignition key is in the ON or START position the supplemental air bag warning light illuminates for about 7 seconds and then turns off This means the system is operational Seats restraints and supple
148. hout rear heater 11 3 8 qt 10 7 Ethylene glycol base Reservoir 3 4 qt 0 7 Automatic transaxle fluid Power steering fluid Brake fluid Refill to the proper oil level according to the instructions in the Do it yourself section NISSAN matic D Continental U S and Alaska or Genuine Nissan Automatic Transmission Fluid Canada 3 Type F automatic transmission fluid or equivalent Genuine NISSAN Brake Fluid 4 or equivalent DOT 3 US FMVSS No 116 Multi purpose grease NLGI No 2 Lithium complex Air conditioning system refrigerant HFC 134a R 134a 5 1 For further details see Fuel recommendation 2 For further details see Recommended SAE engine oil viscosity 3 Dexron III Mercon or equivalent may also be used Outside the Continental United States and Alaska contact a NISSAN dealership for more information regarding suitable fluids including recommended brand s of Dexron III Mercon Automatic Transmission Fluid 4 Available in mainland U S A through an authorized NISSAN dealer 5 For further details see Air conditioner specification label 10 2 Technical and consumer information FUEL RECOMMENDATION Your vehicle is designed to operate on unleaded gasoline with an octane rating of at least 87 AKI Anti Knock Index number Research octane number 91 CAUTION e Using a fuel other than that specified could adversely
149. htness of the adjusting knobs There are also adjustable loops on the side bars for the rope attach ment amp CAUTION Use care when placing or removing items from the luggage rack If you cannot comfortably lift the items onto the luggage rack from the ground use a ladder or stool Pre driving checks and adjustments 3 15 FUEL FILLER LID AND CAP APD0803 To open the fuel filler lid grasp the right hand edge of the lid and pull The fuel filler cap is a screw on ratcheting type Tighten the cap clockwise until ratch eting clicks are heard Ensure the plastic tether doesn t get caught between the fuel filler cap and the fuel filler neck A WARNING e Gasoline is extremely flammable and highly explosive under certain con 3 16 Pre driving checks and adjustments ditions You could be burned or se riously injured if it is misused or mishandled Always stop the engine and do not smoke or allow open flames or sparks near the vehicle when refueling Fuel may be under pressure Turn the cap one half turn and wait for any hissing sound to stop to prevent fuel from spraying out and possible personal injury Then remove the cap Do not attempt to top off the fuel tank after the fuel pump nozzle shuts off automatically Continued refuel ing may cause fuel overflow result ing in fuel spray and possibly a fire Use only a genuine NISSAN fuel filler cap as a replacement It has a built in safety valve
150. hts gradually dim to off within 30 seconds or turn off immediately when the key is turned to ON Battery saver If the vehicle doors are not fully closed and the interior lights remain illuminated they eventually turn off automatically to prevent the battery from becoming discharged Lights that illuminate when the front doors and or the sliding door are open turn off after approximately 30 minutes Lights that illuminate when the back door is open turn off after approximately 60 minutes If the personal reading lamp is left on when the key is removed from the ignition it turns off automatically in 30 minutes 3 10 Pre driving checks and adjustments HOOD RELEASE 1 Pull the hood lock release handle 3 located below the instrument panel the hood then springs up slightly 4 2 Pull up on the lever at the front of the hood and raise the hood PD1336M Insert the support rod into the slot on the underside of the hood When closing the hood reset the support rod to its original position lower the hood to approximately 12 inches above the latch and release it This allows proper engagement of the hood latch xS N APD0141 A WARNING e Make sure the hood is completely closed and latched before driving Failure to do so could cause the hood to fly open and result in an accident If you see steam or smoke coming from the engine compartment to avoid injury do not open the hood
151. humidifying functions are added to the system operation The air conditioner cooling function op erates only when the engine is running NOTE When switching air flow outlets the A C system remains activated unless the Heater air conditioner and audio systems 4 5 A C button is pressed again to turn it off The indicator light on the A C button re mains illuminated unless the button is pressed to turn it off or the OFF air control button is pressed Cooling This mode is used to cool and dehumidify 1 Push the button in 2 Turn the fan control dial to select speed 3 Push the air conditioner button The indi cator light comes on 4 Move the temperature control dial to the desired position e For quick cooling when the outside tem perature is high push the air recirculation button to the on position Be sure to return the air recirculation button to the off position for normal cooling Opening the windows helps to vent heat buildup when parked in the sun Dehumidified heating This mode is used to heat and dehumidify 1 Push the air recirculation button to the off position M Push the Na button in 3 Turn the fan control dial to select speed 4 Push the air conditioner button The indi cator light comes on 5 Move the temperature control dial to the desired position Dehumidified defogging This mode is used to defog the windows and dehumidify 1 Push the amp button in 2 T
152. ia fuel shut off switch When the vehicle is involved in a collision the inertia fuel shutoff switch is designed to automatically stop the flow of fuel to the engine The impact forces needed to trigger the switch do not have to be great Parking lot bumping or road impacts such as driving over potholes may trigger the switch Once the inertia fuel shutoff switch is trig gered it must be reset before the engine can be started If your engine cranks but does not start after a collision take the following steps to correctly reset the switch Turn the key in the ignition to OFF 2 Check under the vehicle for leaking fuel 3 If you do not see or smell fuel push down the red reset button on the fuel pump shut off switch 4 Turn the ignition key ON for a few sec onds then turn it OFF 5 Check under the vehicle again for leaking fuel If you see or smell fuel do not start your vehicle again If no fuel is detected try to start your vehicle again A WARNING If you see or smell fuel do not reset the switch or try to start your vehicle You could injure yourself or others Have all the passengers get out of the vehicle and call the local fire department or a towing service In case of emergency 6 11 TOW TRUCK TOWING When towing your vehicle U S States Ca nadian Provinces and local regulations for towing must be followed Incorrect towing equipment could damage your vehicle Towing instructions are ava
153. ide in a moving vehicle when the seatback is reclined This can be dangerous The shoulder belt will not be against your body In an acci dent you could be thrown into it and lever outside seat leg LIFT Detach tongue from to auxiliary buckle release receive neck or other serious inju ries You could also slide under the lap belt and receive serious internal injuries For most effective protection when the vehicle is in motion the seat should be upright Always sit well back in the seat and adjust the seat belt properly See Precautions on Seat Belt Usage later in this section When adjusting or moving any of the seats in your vehicle do not use any of the seat belt buckles tongues or 1 8 Seats restraints and supplemental air bag systems Floor latch lever inside seat leg Slide seat backward to release from floor anchors APDO120 webbing to carry or move the seats Lifting the seats by any of the seat belts could damage them Damaged seat belts should be replaced at an authorized NISSAN dealer Failure to follow these instructions could in crease the chance and or severity of injury in an accident CAUTION The seats are heavy Two people should remove or install them e Do not sit in seats that have been removed from the vehicle They may tip over and you could be injured 1 Lift up the recliner lever 2 Fold the seatback fully forward 3 Detach the single window tongue from
154. ies may be found with other vehicle warranties in your War ranty Information and Maintenance Log Booklet that comes with your NISSAN If you did not receive a Warranty Information and Maintenance Log Booklet or it has become lost you may obtain a replacement by writing to e Nissan Motor Corporation USA Consumer Affairs Department P O Box 191 Gardena CA 90248 0191 e Nissan Canada Inc 5290 Orbitor Drive Mississauga Ontario L4W 4Z5 REPORTING SAFETY DEFECTS USA If you believe that your vehicle has a defect which could cause a crash or could cause injury or death you should immediately inform the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration NHTSA in addition to no tifying NISSAN lf NHTSA receives similar complaints it may open an investigation and if it finds that a safety defect exists in a group of vehicles it may order a recall and remedy campaign However NHTSA cannot be come involved in individual problems be tween you your dealer or NISSAN To contact NHTSA you may either call the Auto Safety Hotline toll free at 1 800 424 9393 or 366 0123 in the Washington D C area or write to NHTSA U S Depart ment of Transportation Washington D C 20590 You can also obtain other informa tion about motor vehicle safety from the Hotline You may notify NISSAN by contacting our Consumer Affairs Department toll free at 1 800 NISSAN 1 In Hawaii call 808 836 0888 Technical and consumer info
155. ignition key should always be in the LOCK position when working under the hood or inside the vehicle A WARNING e Once the supplemental air bag in flates the supplemental air bag module will not function again and should be replaced by an authorized NISSAN dealer The supplemental air bag module cannot be repaired 1 24 Seats restraints and supplemental air bag systems e The supplemental air bag system should be inspected by an autho rized NISSAN dealer if there is any damage to the front end portion of the vehicle e If you need to dispose of a supple mental air bag or scrap the vehicle contact an authorized NISSAN dealer Correct supplemental air bag disposal procedures are set forth in the appropriate NISSAN Service Manual Incorrect disposal proce dures could cause personal injury SEAT BELTS PRECAUTIONS ON SEAT BELT USAGE Your chances of being injured or killed in an accident and or the severity of injury may be greatly reduced if you are wearing your seat belt and it is properly adjusted NISSAN strongly encourages you and all of your passengers to buckle up every time you drive even if your seating position includes a supplemental air bag Most U S States and Canadian prov inces or territories require that seat belts be worn at all times when a vehicle is being driven ARS1048 amp WARNING Every person who drives or rides in this vehicle should wear a seat belt at all times Children
156. ilable from an authorized NISSAN dealer Local service operators are generally familiar with the applicable laws and procedures for towing To assure proper towing and to prevent accidental damage to your vehicle NISSAN recommends that you have a service opera tor tow your vehicle It is advisable to have the service operator carefully read the fol lowing precautions amp WARNING e Never ride in a vehicle that is being towed e Never get under your vehicle after it has been lifted by a tow truck 6 12 In case of emergency CAUTION e When towing make sure that the transmission axles steering system and powertrain are in working con dition If any unit is damaged dollies must be used e Never use a tow bar that attaches to the bumper when you tow your ve hicle It may damage the bumper and cause damage to the transmission e When towing with the front wheels on dollies Turn the ignition key to the OFF position and secure the steering wheel in a straight ahead position with a rope or similar device Never place the ignition key in the LOCK position This will result in damage to the steering lock mechanism Move the gearshift lever to the N Neutral position e When towing with the rear wheels on the ground release the parking brake e Attach safety chains for all towing Flat bed tow truck Wheel lift tow truck Wheel dollies
157. ile driving other wise exhaust gases could be drawn into the passenger compartment If you must drive in this manner for some reason take the following steps 1 Open all the windows 2 Set the air recirculate switch to off and the fan control dial at four high to circulate the air e If electrical wiring or other cable connections must pass to a trailer through a seal on the body follow the manufacturer s recommendation to prevent carbon monoxide entry into the vehicle e The exhaust system and body should be inspected by a qualified mechanic whenever a The vehicle is raised for service b You suspect that exhaust fumes are entering into the passenger compartment c You notice a change in the sound of the exhaust system d You have had an accident involv ing damage to the exhaust system underbody or rear of the vehicle THREE WAY CATALYST The three way catalyst is an emission con trol device installed in the exhaust system Exhaust gases in the three way catalyst are burned at high temperatures to help reduce pollutants A WARNING e The exhaust gas and the exhaust system are very hot Keep people or flammable materials away from the exhaust pipe e Do not stop or park the vehicle over flammable materials such as dry grass waste paper or rags They may ignite and cause a fire CAUTION e Do not use leaded gasoline Depos its from leaded gasoline will seri ously reduce the thre
158. indow Following bass adjustment the display win dow shows the current setting for three seconds then returns to the display prior to adjustment TREB Treble control allows you to adjust the higher treble frequencies to your prefer ence Push the TREB button either g or y TREB and the setting indicator bar appear in the display window Pressing the TREB button either Aa or w in Heater air conditioner and audio systems 4 17 creases or decreases the level of treble as indicated by the number of bar segments showing in the display window Following treble adjustment the display window shows the current setting for three seconds then returns to the display prior to adjustment BAL Balance control allows you to adjust the sound distribution between the right and left speakers Push the BAL button either A amp A or wy BAL and the setting indicator bar appear in the display window Press the BAL button 4 to shift the sound to the right speakers The single indicator bar moves to the right of the display window Press the BAL button w to shift the sound to the left speakers The single indi cator bar moves to the left of the display window When the indicator bar is in the center position the sound is equally distrib uted between the right and left speakers Following balance adjustment the display window shows the current setting for three seconds then returns to the display prior to adjustment
159. ing immediately tool plug 9 flush with water for at least 15 min utes and seek medical attention 2 Add distilled water up to the MAX level When working on or near a battery 3 Tighten cell plugs always wear suitable eye protection and remove all jewelry Do it yourself 8 11 JUMP STARTING If jump starting is necessary see the In case of emergency section If the engine does not start by jump starting the battery may have to be replaced Contact an autho rized NISSAN dealer 8 12 Do it yourself DRIVE BELTS SPARK PLUG REPLACEMENT Air conditioner Water pump compressor Power steering fluid pump Crank pulley Generator Tension checking points ADIO060 A WARNING Be sure the ignition key is OFF The engine could rotate unexpectedly 1 Visually inspect each belt for signs of unusual wear cuts fraying or looseness If the belt is loose or in poor condition have it replaced or adjusted by an autho rized NISSAN dealer 2 Have the belts checked regularly for con dition and tension in accordance with the maintenance schedule found in the Maintenance section of this manual CORRECT WRONG DO NOT HOLD the cable ADIO061 A WARNING Be sure the engine and ignition switch are off and that the parking brake is engaged securely A CAUTION Be sure to use the correct socket to remove the plugs An incorrect socket can cause damage Spark plug gap Feeler ga
160. ion Follow these procedures for maximum vehicle performance and driving enjoyment Starting the vehicle e After starting the engine fully depress the foot brake pedal before shifting the selec tor lever to the R Reverse N Neutral D Drive 2 or 1 position Be sure the vehicle is at a complete stop before at tempting to shift the selector lever This automatic transmission is designed so the foot brake pedal MUST be de pressed before shifting from P Park to any other position while the ignition switch is ON The shift lever cannot be moved out of P Park and into any of the other gear positions if the ignition key is turned to ACC LOCK or if the key is removed from the switch Starting and driving 5 5 If the battery charge is low the shift lever can be moved if the ignition switch is in the ACC position 1 Keep the foot brake pedal depressed and shift into a driving gear 2 Release the parking brake and foot brake then gradually start the vehicle in motion 5 6 Starting and driving gt First PULL toward you and then move lever C gt Move lever without pulling toward you Shifting with automatic transmission P Park Use this selector position when the vehicle is parked or when starting the engine Al ways be sure the vehicle is at a complete stop For maximum safety depress the brake pedal pull the lever toward you and move the lever to the P Park position Apply
161. ion operates only when the engine is running e Do not leave children unreliable adults or pets alone in your vehicle On hot sunny days temperatures in a closed vehicle could quickly be come high enough to cause severe or possibly fatal injuries to people or animals Rear seat fan control Fan speed dial AHA0592 e Do not use the recirculation mode for long periods as it may cause the interior air to become stale and the windows to fog up e Positioning of the heater and air con ditioner controls should not be done while driving in order that full atten tion may be given to the driving operation The Electronic Automatic Temperature Control EATC is located at the center of the instrument panel above the radio The EATC operates only when the ignition is 4 10 Heater air conditioner and audio systems turned to the ON position The EATC maintains the temperature you select and controls the airflow for your com fort It also allows you to override the auto matic operation with manual function selec tor buttons To turn the EATC on push either the AU TOMATIC button or any of the five function selector buttons av Gy WwW F or N To turn the EATC off press the OFF button When you select AUTOMATIC the system determines fan speed airflow location and discharge air temperature When one of the function selector buttons is pressed your selection determines airflow location only Fan spe
162. ion the seat should be upright Always sit well back in the seat and adjust the seat belt properly 1 28 Seats restraints and supplemental air bag systems Rear INSERT to fasten ARS1052 Fastening the belts 1 Adjust the seat 2 Slowly pull the seat belt out of the retrac tor and insert the tongue into the buckle until it clicks The retractor is designed to lock during a sudden stop or on impact A slow pulling motion permits the belt to move and allows you some freedom of move ment in the seat Rear POSITION low on the hips ARS1077 3 Position the lap belt portion low and snug on the hips as shown 4 Pull the shoulder belt portion toward the retractor to take up extra slack The front seat passenger side seat belt and rear three point seat belts have a cinching mechanism for child restraint installation It is referred to as the automatic locking mode When the automatic locking mode is acti vated the seat belt cannot be withdrawn again until the seat belt tongue is detached from the buckle and fully retracted Refer to Child restraints later in this section for more information The automatic locking mode should be used only for child restraint installation During normal seat belt use by a passen ger the locking mode should not be activated If it is activated it may cause uncomfortable seat belt tension PRESS to unfasten ARS 1054 U
163. ip and lay the shoulder harness halves aside Chest clip Safety belt Chest clip latched unlatched webbing Squeeze to release Indicator window showing green to indicate latched Indicator window showing red to indicate unlatched Squeeze top 4 and bottom of clip to separate APDO815 1 60 Seats restraints and supplemental air bag systems e Shoulder belts rd over child s shoulders S4 HES Safety belt a WY tongue VES Chest clip Belt buckle yp 6 Place the child on the integrated child safety seat Place the belt buckle be tween the child s legs Green in indicator window indicating buckled Safety belt tongue 7 Place the left shoulder harness over the child s left shoulder Insert the left shoulder harness tongue into the left side of the belt buckle Confirm that the left shoulder har ness tongue indicator is green The shoul der harness tongues only fit into the proper sides of the belt buckle APD0817 Place the right shoulder harness over the child s right shoulder Insert the right shoul der harness tongue into the right side of the belt buckle Confirm that the right shoulder harness tongue indicator is green The shoulder harness tongues only fit into the proper sides of the belt buckle Push halves together to fasten chest clip ensure indicator is green Sqeeze top and bottom of chest clip to open APD08
164. is OFF when performing any replacement or re pair e Be sure to turn the ignition key to the OFF or LOCK position When the igni tion key is in the ON or ACC position the cooling fan may start to operate suddenly even when the engine is not running To avoid injury always dis connect the negative battery cable before working near the fan e If you must work with the engine run ning keep your hands clothing hair and tools away from moving fans belts and any other moving parts 8 2 Do it yourself It is advisable to remove ties and any jewelry such as rings watches etc before working on your vehicle Always wear eye protection when ever you work on your vehicle If you must run the engine in an enclosed space such as a garage be sure there is proper ventilation for exhaust gases Never get under the vehicle while it is supported only by a jack If it is necessary to work under the vehicle support it with safety stands Keep smoking materials flame and sparks away from fuel and the bat tery On gasoline engine models with the multiport fuel injection MFI system the fuel filter or fuel lines should be serviced by an authorized NISSAN dealer because the fuel lines are under high pressure even when the engine is off CAUTION e Do not work under the hood while the engine is hot Turn off the engine and wait until it cools down e Never connect or disconnect either the battery or any transistorize
165. itioner is turned off If it is set to any of the fan speed positions air is discharged from the rear vents at the corresponding speed When the rear seat fan control lever on the front panel is set to REAR the rear seat passengers control their own fan speed The rear seat air conditioner only works when the front seat air conditioner is operating Air recirculation button Temperature control dial CONTROLS Fan control dial This dial turns the fan on and off and controls fan speed Temperature control dial This dial allows you to adjust the tempera ture of the outlet air A slight delay in temperature change may be experienced while the climate control system adjusts the outlet air temperature On vehicles equipped with Electronic Au tomatic Temperature Control EATC out AHA0555 Upper Vents let air temperature is automatically con trolled when the rear seat fan control lever on the front panel is set to one two three or four Vent switch The vent switch allows you to select air flow from the upper or lower vents e A slight delay may be experienced when changing the vent selection This is not a problem the delay is only the system motors and solenoids switching from one outlet to another Heater air conditioner and audio systems 4 13 Servicing air conditioning The air conditioning system in your NISSAN vehicle is charged with a refrigerant de signed with
166. k rod from the tool kit For wheel cover removal place the screwdriver tip of the jack rod between the wheel cover and the edge of the rim Push and twist gently Jack rod Wheel cap ACE0563 Removing wheel cap For cap removal place the screwdriver tip of the jack rod into the indentation between the cap and the wheel Push and twist gently CAUTION Do not use your hands to pry off wheel caps or wheel covers Doing so could result in personal injury Vehicle jack up points Jacking up vehicle and removing tire Carefully read the caution label attached to the jack body and the following in structions 1 Loosen each wheel nut one or two turns by turning counterclockwise with the lug wrench Do not remove the wheel nuts until the tire is off the ground Place the jack directly under the jack up point as illustrated above so the top of the jack contacts the vehicle at the jack up point Align the center of both the jack head and the notch at the jack up point as shown Also fit the notched portion of the vehicle in the groove of the jack head as shown The jack should be used on level firm ground 3 Carefully raise the vehicle until the tire clears the ground To lift the vehicle securely hold the jack lever and rod with both hands as shown above Remove the wheel nuts and then remove the tire CE1063M A WARNING Never get under the vehicle while it is supp
167. king brake release lever 4 Before driving be sure the brake warning light goes out CRUISE CONTROL if so equipped A WARNING Do not use the cruise control when driving under the following conditions it is not possible to keep the vehicle at a set speed e in heavy traffic or in traffic that var ies in speed e on winding or hilly roads e on slippery roads rain snow ice etc e in very windy areas Doing so could cause a loss of vehicle control and result in an accident Starting and driving 5 9 Indicator PUSH and RELEASE for RESUME or ACCEL PUSH for CANCEL PUSH and RELEASE for COAST SET ASD0562 The cruise control allows driving at speeds between 30 and 90 MPH 48 and 144 km h without keeping your foot on the accelerator pedal To turn the cruise control on push the CRUISE CONT main switch The indicator light on the switch comes on To set at cruising speed accelerate your vehicle to the desired speed push the COAST SET switch and release it The CRUISE light in the instrument cluster comes on Take your foot off the accelerator pedal Your vehicle maintains the set speed 5 10 Starting and driving e To pass another vehicle depress the accelerator pedal When you release the pedal the vehicle returns to the previ ously set speed e The vehicle may not maintain the set speed when going up or down steep hills If this happens drive without t
168. king on slippery surfaces but re member that the stopping distance on slippery surfaces will be longer than on normal surfaces even with the anti lock system Stopping distances may also be longer on rough gravel or snow covered roads or if you are using tire chains Always maintain a safe dis tance from the vehicle in front of you Ultimately the responsibility for safety of self and others rests in the hands of the driver Tire type and condition of tires may also affect braking effectiveness e When replacing tires install the specified size of tires on all four wheels Starting and driving 5 15 e When installing a spare tire make sure it is the proper size and type as specified on the tire placard For tire placard location information refer to Tire placard in the Owner s Manual index e Refer to Wheels and tires in the Do it yourself section of this manual 5 16 Starting and driving COLD WEATHER DRIVING Freeing a frozen door lock To prevent a door lock from freezing apply de icer or glycerin through the key hole If the lock becomes frozen heat the key be fore inserting it in the key hole Anti freeze In the winter when it is anticipated that the temperature will drop below 32 F 0 C check the anti freeze ethylene glycol base to assure proper winter protection For de tails see Engine cooling system in the Do it yourself section of this manual Battery
169. l of the doors Push the button on the multi remote controller All of the doors lock 4 The parking lights flash twice and the horn chirps once to verify all the doors are locked Unlocking doors 1 Push the Push the button on the multi remote controller Only the driver side door un locks The interior lights come on and stay on for 30 seconds button on the multi remote controller again within five seconds The passenger doors and the rear door un lock The interior lights can be turned off without waiting 30 seconds by either turning the ignition to ON or locking the doors with the multi remote controller Using the panic alarm If you are near your vehicle and feel threat ened you may activate the panic alarm to call attention as follows 1 e o Push the button on the remote con troller for at least one full second The theft warning alarm horn sounds and the headlights and tail lights flash for 30 seconds The panic alarm stops when it has run for 30 seconds or the Qo the button is pressed or the gt m button is released and re pushed BATTERY REPLACEMENT Replace the two batteries as follows 1 2 OPEN controller g side down side down Batteries APD1031 3 Close the lid securely and install the Remove the screw and open the lid Screw Replace the batteries with new ones Insert the batteries as illustra
170. llow these steps 1 Position the child restraint on the seat Always follow the restraint manufactur er s instructions INSERT to fasten ARS1070 2 Route the seat belt tongue through the child restraint and insert it into the buckle until you hear and feel the latch engage Be sure to follow the child restraint manu facturer s instructions for belt routing Rear facing PULL to engage automatic locking mode ARS1033 3 Pull on the shoulder belt until all of the belt is fully extended At this time the belt retractor is in the automatic locking mode child restraint mode It reverts back to emergency locking mode when the belt is fully retracted Rear facing D PULL to tighten Front ARS1071 4 Allow the belt to retract Pull up on the shoulder belt to remove any slack in the belt Seats restraints and supplemental air bag systems 1 47 Rear facing T l V it ig hae Check for a secure fit ARS1072 5 Before placing the child in the child re straint use force to tilt the child restraint from side to side and tug it forward to make sure it is securely held in place 6 Check that the retractor is in the auto matic locking mode by trying to pull more belt out of the retractor If you cannot pull any more belt webbing out of the retrac tor the belt is in the automatic locking mode 7 Check to make sure the child restraint i
171. ls Audio CONTIOIS esinaine aisy 4 14 Audio controls rear eee 4 24 Audio controls steering wheel 4 23 Heater and air conditioner controls AUTOMATIC sisisi Heater and air conditioner controls RAMU all tesssues aeea Rear seat heater and air conditioner CONOS iranin eri 4 13 Coolant Capacities and recommended fuel lUBriCaNtS cassiera 10 2 Changing engine coolant 8 5 Checking engine coolant level 8 4 Engine coolant temperature gauge 2 4 Cornering iQ Mt sccccicz vests ieecece a 2 15 Corrosion protection 7 4 Cruise control ww 5 9 CUP NOISE iernii 2 19 D Daytime running light system Canada Only ic adese sieaa da E 2 13 Defogger switch Rear window defogger switch 2 13 Dimensions and weights Door ajar warning light s es 2 7 POOR IOCKS ods consents aada E 3 2 Drive DCIS scascccesncccnceccvesnecendecceeseneereccetias 8 12 Driving Cold weather driving 5 16 Driving with automatic transmission 5 5 Precautions when starting and driving 5 2 ECONOMY fliisi 5 12 11 2 Emission control information label 10 10 Emission control system warranty 10 19 Engine Before starting the engine 5 5 Capacities and recommended fuel IU CAING ireira nenni Changing engine coolant Changing engine oil Changing engine oil filter ee Checking engine coolant level a Checking engine oil level cee Engine compartment
172. lts should be used with NISSAN belts e Persons who can use the standard seat belt should not use an extender Such unnecessary use could result in serious personal injury in the event of an accident SEAT BELT MAINTENANCE e To clean the seat belt webbings apply a mild soap solution or any solution rec ommended for cleaning upholstery or carpets Then brush the webbing wipe it with a cloth and allow it to dry in the shade Do not allow the seat belts to retract until they are completely dry e If dirt builds up in the shoulder belt guide of the seat belt anchors the seat belts may retract slowly Wipe the shoul der belt guide with a clean dry cloth e Periodically check to see that the seat belt and the metal components such 1 38 Seats restraints and supplemental air bag systems as buckles tongues retractors flexible wires and anchors work properly If loose parts deterioration cuts or other dam age on the webbing is found the entire seat belt assembly should be replaced CHILD RESTRAINTS A WARNING Infants and small children should always be placed in an appropriate child restraint system while riding in the vehicle Failure to use a child restraint can result in serious injury or death Infants and small children should never be carried on your lap It is not possible for even the strongest adult to resist the forces of a severe acci dent The child could be crushed between the adult and parts of t
173. m to its original position Otherwise it may be dam aged when the engine hood is opened e Make sure the wiper blade contacts the glass otherwise the arm may be damaged from wind pressure Do it yourself 8 15 PARKING BRAKE CHECK PULL to release 2 7 7 PUSH into LIFT up on PET N AA release blade Lif the PA TN i SSS ct to set E parking brake 11 12 clicks under depressing force ADI0581 of 44 Ib 196N ADI0062 Rear wiper blade replacement From the released position push the park i ing brake foot lever down If the number of 1 Lift the wiper arm away from the wind clicks is out of the range listed above see shield an authorized NISSAN dealer 2 Push in the tab with a suitable tool then pull up on the blade 3 Insert a new wiper blade onto the wiper arm and press down until the blade clicks into place 8 16 Do it yourself BRAKE PEDAL Under depressing force of 3 in 75 mm 110 Ib 490 N or more ADI0027 With the engine running check the distance between the upper surface of the pedal and the floor If it is out of the range shown above see an authorized NISSAN dealer Self adjusting brakes Your vehicle is equipped with self adjusting brakes The front disc type brakes self adjust every time the brake pedal is applied The rear drum type brakes also self adjust every time the brake pedal is applied If the brake pedal go
174. may be given to the driving operation CONTROLS Fan control dial This dial controls fan speed Temperature control dial This dial allows you to adjust the tempera ture of the outlet air Air control buttons These buttons allow you to select the air flow outlets or turn the system off Fan control Air control Air conditioner dial buttons button Cor ote jou Cac Q eF hat Sy TEMP CoOL ARM Rear seat Temperature fan control control dial if so equipped Air recirculation button AHA1037 J Air flows from center and side ventila tors Air flows from center and side ventila tors and foot outlets 7 Air flows mainly from foot outlets amp Air flows from defroster outlets and foot outlets 7 Air flows mainly from defroster outlets OFF button The OFF button shuts off the air supply to all outlets and stops all fan operations Use the OFF button to prevent cold air from entering Heater air conditioner and audio systems 4 3 the passenger compartment under cold out side conditions before the engine is warmed up G5 Air recirculation button Fresh position indicator light off Outside air is drawn into the passenger compartment Use this position for normal heater or air conditioner operation Recirculate position indicator light on Interior air is recirculated inside the vehicle Activate
175. may have poor traction performance 10 18 Technical and consumer information A WARNING The traction grade assigned to your vehicle tire s is based on straight ahead braking traction tests and does not include acceleration cornering hy droplaning or peak traction character istics Temperature A B and C Temperature grades are A the highest B and C They represent a tire s resistance to heat build up and its ability to dissipate heat when tested under controlled condi tions on a specified indoor laboratory test wheel Sustained high temperature can cause tire material to degenerate reducing tire life Excessive temperatures can lead to sudden tire failure Grade C corresponds to a performance level which all passenger car tires must meet under the Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard No 109 Grades A and B represent higher levels of perfor mance on laboratory test wheels than the minimum required by law A WARNING The temperature grade for this tire is established for a tire that is properly inflated and not overloaded Excessive speed under inflation or excessive loading either separately or in combi nation can cause heat build up and possible tire failure EMISSION CONTROL SYSTEM WARRANTY Your NISSAN is covered by the following emission warranties For USA 1 Emission Defects Warranty 2 Emission Performance Warranty For Canada Emission Control System Warranty Details of these warrant
176. mental air bag systems 1 23 If any of the following conditions occur the supplemental air bag needs servicing and should be taken to your nearest authorized NISSAN dealer 1 The supplemental air bag light does not come on and remain on for 7 seconds and then go off as described above 2 The supplemental air bag light flashes intermittently or remains on 3 The supplemental air bag light does not come on at all Under these conditions the Supplemental Restraint System Air Bag may not operate properly It must be checked and repaired Take your vehicle to the nearest authorized NISSAN dealer A WARNING If the supplemental air bag warning light is on it could mean that the supplemental air bag system will not Operate in an accident Repair and replacement procedure The supplemental air bag system is de signed to inflate on a one time only basis As a reminder unless it is damaged the supplemental air bag light remains illumi nated after inflation has occurred Repair and replacement of the supplemental air bag system should be done only by an authorized NISSAN dealer To ensure long term functioning the system must be inspected 10 years after the date of manufacture as noted on the certification label located on the driver side front pillar When maintenance work is required on the vehicle the supplemental air bag system and related parts should be pointed out to the person conducting the maintenance The
177. n e The shoulder belt height should be adjusted to the position best for you Failure to do so may reduce the effectiveness of the entire restraint system and increase the chance or severity of injury in an accident THREE POINT TYPE SEAT BELT WITH RETRACTOR FOR SECOND ROW BUCKET SEATS amp WARNING e Every person who drives or rides in this vehicle should wear a seat belt at all times e Do not ride in a moving vehicle when the seatback is reclined This can be dangerous The shoulder belt will not be against your body In an acci dent you could be thrown into it and receive neck or other serious inju ries You could also slide under the lap belt and receive serious internal injuries e For most effective protection when the vehicle is in motion the seat should be upright Always sit well back in the seat and adjust the seat belt properly Fastening the belts 1 Adjust the seat 2 Slowly pull the seat belt out of the retrac tor and insert the tongue into the buckle until it clicks The retractor is designed to lock during a sudden stop or on impact A slow pulling motion permits the belt to move and allows you some freedom of move ment in the seat TAKE UP POSITION low on the hips 3 Position the lap belt portion low on the hips as shown 4 Pull the shoulder belt portion toward the retractor to take up extra slack Two buckle seat belt system for the second
178. n indicator light may stop blinking and come on steady Have the vehicle inspected by an authorized NISSAN dealer You do not need to have your ve hicle towed to the dealer CAUTION Continued vehicle operation without having the emission control system checked and repaired as necessary could lead to poor driveability reduced fuel economy and possible damage to the emission control system Some conditions may cause the malfunc tion indicator light to come on steady or blink Examples are as follows Instruments and controls 2 9 vehicle ran out of fuel which caused the engine to misfire fuel filler cap was left off or improperly installed allowing fuel to evaporate into the atmosphere If you suspect that you experienced such a condition drive the vehicle to an authorized NISSAN dealer and have the vehicle in spected Avoid any unnecessary diagnosis during the service by informing the dealer of the condition that may have occurred 2 10 Instruments and controls THEFT WARNING if so equipped IC0005 The theft warning system provides audio and visual alarm signals if parts of the vehicle are disturbed How to activate the theft warning system 1 Close all windows 2 Remove the key from the ignition switch 3 Close all doors and the hood Lock all doors by pressing the i button on the multi remote controller At this time the parking lights blink and the horn chirps to indicat
179. n inhibitors If not properly formu lated with appropriate cosolvents and corrosion inhibitors such methanol blends may cause fuel system dam age and or vehicle performance prob lems At this time sufficient data is not available to ensure that all metha nol blends are suitable for use in NISSAN vehicles If any undesirable driveability problems such as engine stalling and difficult hot starting are experienced after using oxygenate blend fuels immediately change to a non oxygenate fuel or a fuel with a low blend of MTBE Take care not to spill gasoline during refueling Gasoline containing oxygen ates can cause paint damage Aftermarket fuel additives NISSAN does not recommend the use of any fuel additives i e fuel injector cleaner octane booster intake valve deposit remov ers etc which are sold commercially Many of these additives intended for gum varnish or deposit removal may contain active solvents or similar ingredients that can be harmful to the fuel system and engine Octane rating tips In most parts of North America you should use unleaded gasoline with an octane rating of at least 87 AKI Anti Knock Index num ber However you may use unleaded gaso line with an octane rating as low as 85 AKI Anti Knock Index in high altitude areas over 4 000 ft 1 219 m such as Colorado Montana New Mexico Utah Wyoming northeastern Nevada southern Idaho western South Dakota western Nebraska an
180. n on After the cassette is ejected the audio system turns off Also the power antenna if so equipped stays in the down position during cassette tape operation The cassette tape automatically changes directions to play the other side when the first side is completed e To maintain good quality sound NISSAN recommends using cassette tapes of 60 minutes or shorter in length e Cassette tapes should be removed from the player when not in use Store cassettes in their protective cases and away from direct sunlight heat moisture and magnetic sources Direct sunlight can cause the cassette to become deformed The use of de formed cassettes may cause the cas sette to jam in the player Do not use cassettes with peeling or loose labels as the label could jam in the player If a cassette has loose tape insert a pencil through one of the cassette hubs and rewind the tape firmly around the hubs Loose tape may cause tape jamming and wavering sound quality Over a period of time a tape coating residue may accumulate on the play back head capstan and pinch roller as the tape passes over the head This residue accumulation can cause weak or wavering sound and should be removed periodically with a head cleaning tape If the residue is not removed periodi cally the player may need to be dis assembled for cleaning Use a Nissan Cassette Deck Cleaning Sys tem or equivalent to clean the tape player head after 10
181. n passenger driving arrangement with third seat in seating position 2 More cargo room APDO097 When more cargo area room is necessary the three passenger sliding bench seat can be moved to seating position 2 This seat ing arrangement provides less leg room for third row passengers but more cargo area room Third seat folded down APDO0042 The fold down tabletop seats in the second and third rows provide a surface for eating or playing games on long trips Seats restraints and supplemental air bag systems 1 69 Third seat folded up in storage position 2 APD0043 If a considerable amount of cargo area room is needed the seat cushion of the three passenger sliding bench seat can be flipped up and the seat can be moved up to storage position 2 just behind the second row seat Third seat folded up in storage position 1 second seat removed APDO0049 When maximum cargo area is needed and there are no rear seat passengers the second row seat can be removed and the three passenger sliding bench seat can be moved up to storage position 1 just behind the front seats 1 70 Seats restraints and supplemental air bag systems Second row seat folded down The second row bench seat can be folded down to serve as a tabletop for passengers sitting in the three passenger bench seat Second and third row seats folded down APDO0045 The s
182. nal injury e Do not load your vehicle any heavier than the GVWR or the maximum front and rear GAWRs If you do parts on your vehicle can break or it can change the way your vehicle handles This could result in loss of control and cause personal injury e Overloading can shorten the life of your vehicle Failures caused by overloading are not covered by your warranty TRAILER TOWING Total trailer load Tongue load PA G Tongue load Total trailer load x 100 9 to 11 T11011M Your new vehicle was designed to be used primarily to carry passengers and cargo Remember that towing a trailer places ad ditional loads on your vehicle s engine drive train steering braking and other systems Information on your vehicle s trailer towing ability and the special equipment required should be obtained from an authorized NIS SAN dealer He can obtain a NISSAN Tow ing Guide for you Do not tow a trailer if your vehicle is a cargo van model Maximum load limits Maximum trailer loads Never allow the total trailer load to exceed 3 500 Ibs 1 588 kg The total trailer load equals trailer weight plus its cargo weight Towing loads greater than 3 500 Ibs 1 588 kg or using improper towing equipment could adversely affect vehicle handling braking and performance e All towing above 1 000 Ibs 454 kg re quires the use of trailer brakes NISSAN recommends the us
183. ne change move the lever up or down to the point where the light begins to flash but the lever does not latch Passing signal Pulling the lever toward you turns the head light high beam on Release it and the headlight high beam goes off AICO102 The cornering light provides additional illu mination toward the turning direction The light on the turning direction side comes on when a turn is signaled with the headlights on yy NG PUSH to PUSH to darken brighten AIC0011 The instrument brightness control operates when the light switch is in the D or ZO position or when the autolamp system is operating Pressing the right side of the switch bright ens the instrument panel lights pressing the left side of the switch dims the instrument panel lights Instruments and controls 2 15 HAZARD WARNING FLASHER SWITCH PUSH on off AIC0574 Push the switch to warn other drivers when you must stop or park under emergency conditions All turn signal lights flash Press the switch again to turn the hazard warning flashers off A WARNING e When stalled or stopped on the road way under emergency conditions move the vehicle well off the road e Do not use the switch while moving on the highway unless unusual cir cumstances force you to drive so 2 16 Instruments and controls slowly that your vehicle might be come a hazard to other traffic e Turn signals do not work when the
184. nfastening the belts To unfasten the belt press the button on the buckle The seat belt automatically retracts Checking seat belt operation Three point type seat belt with retractor Seat belt retractors are designed to lock seat belt movement 1 when the belt is pulled quickly from the retractor and 2 when the vehicle slows down rapidly Seats restraints and supplemental air bag systems 1 29 To increase your confidence in the seat belts check their operation as follows e Grasp the shoulder belt and pull quickly forward The retractor should lock and restrict further belt movement If the retractor does not lock during this check or if you have any questions about belt operation see an authorized NISSAN dealer APD0831 Shoulder belt height adjustment The shoulder belt anchor height should be adjusted to the position best for you See Precautions on Seat Belt Usage earlier in this section To adjust press the release button and move the shoulder belt anchor to the desired position so the belt passes over the center of the shoulder The belt should be away from your face and neck but not falling off your shoulder Release the button to lock the shoulder belt anchor into posi tion 1 30 Seats restraints and supplemental air bag systems A WARNING e After adjustment release the button and try to move the shoulder belt anchor up and down to make sure it is securely fixed in positio
185. nformation ENGINE Model VG30E Type Gasoline 4 cycle Cylinder arrangement 6cylinder V slanted at 60 Bore x Stroke in mm 3 425 x 3 268 87 0 x 83 0 Displacement cu in cm 180 62 2 960 Firing order 1 2 3 4 5 6 See illustration below Idle speed rpm Ignition timing degree B T D C at idle speed degree rpm See the Important Vehicle Information label on the underside of the hood CO percentage at idle speed No air Spark plug Standard BKR5EY Cold BKR6EY Spark plug gap in mm 0 031 to 0 035 0 8 to 0 9 Camshaft operation Timing belt See note below Drive belts Width x Length in mm Generator belt Air conditioner compressor Power steering pump Cylinder number LR 3 Q LL Front 7T 7 11009 0 7008 x 33 66 17 80 x 855 0 5606 x 46 65 14 24 x 1 185 0 5606 x 40 74 14 24 x 1 035 NOTE Periodic maintenance is necessary Refer to the appropriate periodic maintenance schedule in Chapter 8 The spark ignition system of this vehicle meets all requirements of the Canadian Interference Causing Equipment Regulations Technical and consumer information 10 7 WHEEL TIRE SIZE DIMENSIONS AND WEIGHTS Road wheel Steel 5 5 JJ x15 Overall length in mm 189 9 4 824 Aluminum 65 JJ x15 Overall width in mm 73 7 1 871 Offset in mm 1 77 45 Overall height in mm 67 6 1 717 Tire size Conventional P205 75R15 97S Front tread in mm 63 4 1 610 Painted cast aluminum P
186. ng mode by trying to pull the shoulder harness out of the retractor If you cannot pull any of the shoulder harness webbing out of the retractor the shoulder harness is in the automatic locking mode If the shoulder harness is not locked repeat step 10 If after repeated attempts the integrated child safety seat shoulder harness can not be placed in the automatic locking mode do not use the integrated child safety seat and have it inspected by an authorized NISSAN dealer To cancel the automatic locking mode un buckle the chest clip and both shoulder harness tongues Allow the shoulder har nesses to retract completely The automatic locking mode is now canceled and the shoulder harness retractor is in the emer gency locking mode A WARNING The automatic locking mode child re straint mode must be reactivated each time you place a child in the integrated child safety seats In addition to the automatic locking retrac tors the integrated child safety seat shoul der harnesses are equipped with emer gency locking retractors The automatic locking mode is best to use especially for children who need help staying properly positioned in the seat and its harnesses for example children who are younger and smaller because the belts are always locked In the emergency locking mode the shoulder belts only lock in a sudden stop or accident allowing a child more freedom of movement Use the emergency locking mode only i
187. nger s door is opened during this 15 minute period de layed power to the sunroof is cancelled Sliding the sunroof To open the roof push and hold the OPEN side of the switch To close the roof push and hold the CLOSE side 2 22 Instruments and controls Tilting the sunroof To tilt up first close the sunroof then push the UP side of the tilt switch To close the sunroof push the DOWN side of the tilt switch Sun shade Open and close the sun shade by sliding it forward or backward The shade opens when the sunroof opens but it must be closed manually A WARNING e In an accident you could be thrown from the vehicle through an open sunroof Always use seat belts and child restraints e Do not allow anyone to stand up or extend any portion of their body out of the opening while the vehicle is in motion or while the sunroof is closing amp CAUTION e Remove water drops snow ice or sand from the sunroof before opening e Do not place any heavy object on the sunroof or surrounding area MANUAL REAR WINDOWS To open the manual rear windows pull the rear portion of the latch toward you until it releases To lock the window in the open position push the latch rearward until you hear it latch To close the windows pull the latch toward you and push the rear portion of the latch toward the rear of the vehicle until you feel it latch POWER REAR WINDOWS if so equipped CLOCK PUSH PUS
188. ngine life and performance NIS SAN recommends the use of a low friction oil energy conserving oil in order to im prove fuel economy and conserve energy Oils which do not have the specified quality label should not be used as they could cause engine damage ATI0507 Only those engine oils with the American Petroleum Institute API CERTIFICATION MARK on the front of the container should be used This type of oil supersedes the existing API SG or SH and Energy Conserv ing Il categories If you cannot find engine oil with the CER TIFICATION MARK an API SG or SH an Energy Conserving II oil with the API Ser vice Symbol may be used An oil with a single designation SG or SH or in combi nation with other categories for example SG CC or SG CD may also be used if one with the API CERTIFICATION MARK can not be found Mineral based or synthetic type oils may be used in your NISSAN vehicle These oils must however meet the API quality and SAE viscosity ratings specified for your ve hicle Do not mix mineral based and syn thetic type oils in the engine Oil additives NISSAN does not recommend the use of oil additives The use of an oil additive is not necessary when the proper oil type is used and maintenance intervals are followed Oil which may contain foreign matter or has been previously used should not be used Oil viscosity The engine oil viscosity or thickness changes with temperature Because of this
189. not use your heater with an un grounded electrical system or two pronged cheater adapters You can be injured by an electrical shock if you use an ungrounded connection 5 18 Starting and driving 6 In case of emergency Flat ti Ginna e olny 6 2 JUMP Starti NIni nn sh 6 8 PUSH SUAMING siisii innin 6 10 If your vehicle overheat cee eee 6 10 After an accident s cciieedetiiineeiill TOW truck tOWING ec eeeeteeeeeeeeeteeeeeeeeeees Vehicle recovery freeing a stuck vehicle FLAT TIRE If you have a flat tire follow the instructions below Stopping the vehicle 1 Safely move the vehicle off the road and away from traffic 2 Turn on the hazard warning flashers 3 Park on a level surface and apply the parking brake Move the gearshift lever to the P Park position 4 Turn off the engine 5 Raise the hood to warn other traffic and to signal professional road assistance personnel that you need assistance 6 Have all passengers get out of the vehicle and stand in a safe place away from traffic and clear of the vehicle 6 2 In case of emergency A WARNING e Make sure the parking brake is se curely applied and the automatic transmission is shifted into P Park e Never change tires when the vehicle is on a slope ice or slippery areas This is hazardous e Never change tires if oncoming traf fic is close to your vehicle Wait for professional road assistance ROTATE counte
190. ns extensive idling towing a trailer Technical and consumer information 10 5 RECOMMENDED SAE VISCOSITY NUMBER Outside Temperature Range Anticipated Before Next Oil Change GASOLINE ENGINE OIL 38 M100 ee a 0 32 ee Zi 18 o 10W 30 ae NZ 5W 30 PREFERRED ATI0509 e SAE 5W 30 viscosity oil is preferred for all temperatures SAE 10W 30 vis cosity oil may be used if the ambient temperature is above 0 18 C AIR CONDITIONER SYSTEM REFRIGERANT AND LUBRICANT RECOMMENDATIONS The air conditioning system in this NISSAN vehicle must be charged with the refrigerant HFC 134a R 134a and the lubricant NISSAN type PAG F or the exact equivalents CAUTION Use of any other refrigerant or lubricant will cause severe damage and you will need to replace your vehicle s entire air conditioning system The refrigerant HFC 134a R 134a in your NISSAN vehicle does not harm the earth s ozone layer Although this refrigerant does not affect the earth s atmosphere certain government regulations require the recov ery and recycling of any refrigerant during automative air conditioning system service An authorized NISSAN dealer has the trained technicians and equipment needed to recover and recycle your air conditioning system refrigerant Contact an authorized NISSAN dealer when servicing your air conditioning system 10 6 Technical and consumer i
191. nt that meets the guidelines of the Society of Automotive Engineers recommended practice J1819 for child seat installation 3 If the child restraint is compatible with your vehicle place your child in the child restraint and check the various adjust ments to be sure the child restraint is amp WARNING e Improper use of a child restraint can result in increased injuries for both the infant or child and other occu pants in the vehicle Follow all of the child restraint manufacturer s instructions for in stallation and use When purchasing a child restraint be sure to select one which will fit your child and vehicle It may not be possible to properly install some types of child restraints in your vehicle If the child restraint is not anchored properly the risk of a child being injured in a collision or a sudden stop greatly increases Seats restraints and supplemental air bag systems 1 39 td e Adjustable seatbacks should be po amp CAUTION a sitioned to fit the child restraint but Remember that a child restraint left in a ka Front faci as upright as possible closed vehicle can become very hot e After attaching the child restraint Check the seating surface and buckles test it before you place the child in it before placing your child in the child Tilt it from side to side Try to tug it restraint forward and check to see if the belt holds the restraint in place If the restraint is not s
192. nue on to the next step 2 While depressing the brake pedal start the engine The pedal height should drop a little 3 With the brake pedal depressed turn the engine off Keep the pedal depressed for about 30 seconds the pedal height should not change 4 Run the engine for one minute without depressing the brake pedal then turn it off Depress the brake pedal several times The pedal travel distance will de crease gradually with each depression as the vacuum is released from the booster If the brakes do not operate properly see an authorized NISSAN dealer 8 18 Do it yourself FUSES AND FUSIBLE LINKS the right front corner of the engine compart LILI LILI The right headlight passenger side fuse is located in the left hand fuse box near the radiator cap Headlight fuse L H ADI0583 Front Engine compartment headlight fuses amp CAUTION Never use a fuse of a higher amperage rating than that specified on the fuse box cover This could damage the elec trical system or cause a fire If a headlight does not come on check for an open fuse The left headlight drivers side fuse is located in the right hand fuse box found in Fusible links Headlight fuse R H Front ADI0584 Turn the headlight switch to the OFF position 2 Open the engine hood 3 Remove the appropriate fuse box cover 4 Remove the fuse with the fuse puller attached
193. o save you both time and money However some day to day and regular maintenance is essential to maintain your NISSAN s good mechani cal condition as well as its emission and engine performance It is the owner s responsibility to make sure the specified maintenance as well as gen eral maintenance is performed As the vehicle owner you are the only one who can ensure that your vehicle receives proper maintenance You are a vital link in the maintenance chain General maintenance General maintenance includes those items which should be checked during normal day to day operation of the vehicle They are essential if your vehicle is to continue to operate properly It is your responsibility to perform these maintenance procedures regularly as prescribed These checks or inspections can be done by yourself a qualified technician or if you prefer an authorized NISSAN dealer 9 2 Maintenance Periodic maintenance The maintenance items listed under Peri odic Maintenance in this section must be serviced at regular intervals However under severe driving conditions additional or more frequent maintenance is required Where to go for service If maintenance service is required or your vehicle appears to malfunction have the systems checked and tuned by an autho rized NISSAN dealer NISSAN technicians are well trained spe cialists who are kept up to date with the latest service information through tec
194. o the recommended cold tire pres sure indicated on the tire placard located on the inside of the glove box lid e Trailer tire condition size load rating and proper inflation pressure should be in accordance with the trailer and tire manufacturer s specifications Safety chain Always use suitable safety chains between your vehicle and the trailer Safety chains should be crossed and should be attached to the hitch not to the vehicle bumper or axle Be sure to leave enough slack in the chains to permit turning corners Trailer lights Trailer lights should comply with Federal and or local regulations When wiring the vehicle for towing connect the stop and tail light pickup into the vehicle electrical circuit Class Trailer Tow electrical wiring provides two circuits right and left hand to operate trailer stop turn tail lamps Each individual stop turn circuit will operate only one com bination stop turn light bulb 1157 3157 2357 or 3357 on the trailer Never add more than one trailer light bulb to one circuit Technical and consumer information 10 15 SAE J1239 connector To trailer Connector Vehicle a end Tow harness connector To vehicle harness ATI0555 Trailer Tow Harness and Module if so equipped The trailer tow module on your vehicle al lows turn stop lamp control of a trailer being towed by your NISSAN The trailer t
195. onths whichever comes km x 1 000 12 24 36 48 60 72 84 96 first Months 6 12 18 24 30 36 42 48 Chassis and body maintenance Brake lines amp cables l l l l Brake pads discs drums amp linings l l l l Automatic transaxle fluid l l l Steering gear amp linkage axle amp suspension parts l l Exhaust system See NOTE 1 l l Drive shaft boots l l l Air bag system See NOTE 2 NOTE 1 After 60 000 miles 96 000 km or 48 months inspect every 15 000 miles 24 000 km or 12 months 2 Inspect the supplemental air bag system 10 years after the date of manufacture as noted on the F M V S S certification label Maintenance 9 9 EXPLANATION OF MAINTENANCE ITEMS Additional information on the following items with an is found in the Do it yourself operations section of this manual Emission control system maintenance Drive belts Check drive belts for wear fraying or cracking and also for proper ten sion Replace any damaged drive belts Air cleaner filter Under normal driving conditions the air cleaner filter should be replaced in accordance with the maintenance schedule However driving the vehicle in dusty areas may cause rapid clogging of the element Consequently the element may have to be replaced more frequently Evap vapor lines Check vapor lines and connections for leaks looseness or deterio ration If leaks are found replace them Fuel
196. ontrols Power slide switch Power seat height switch Power lumbar switch Power recliner switch APDO0555 APDO0805 Seat height adjustment To raise the height of the seat push the raised side of the power seat height switch and release it when the desired position has been reached To lower the height of the seat push the indented side of the switch and release it when the desired position has been reached Lumbar support Lumbar support To inflate the lumbar support push the raised side of the power lumbar switch and release it when the desired position has been reached To deflate the lumbar sup port push the indented side of the switch The power lumbar pump motor continues to operate after the lumbar support is fully inflated Release the switch when the lum bar stops inflating Seats restraints and supplemental air bag systems 1 5 PUSH to lower l HEAD RESTRAINTS Adjust the head restraints so the top is level with the tops of your ears To raise the head restraint pull it up To lower push in the release button and push the head restraint down ADJUST PD1176M A WARNING Head restraints should be adjusted properly as they may provide signifi cant protection against injury in an ac cident Do not remove them Check the adjustment after someone else uses the seat Some seat arrangements may require re moval of
197. or come off This could cause an accident e Donutuse oil or grease on the wheel studs or nuts This could cause the nuts to become loose As soon as possible tighten the lug nuts to the specified torque with a torque wrench Lug nut tightening torque 72 to 87 ft lb 98 to 118 N m Adjust tire pressure to the COLD pres sure COLD pressure After the vehicle has been parked for three hours or more or driven less than 1 mile 1 6 km COLD tire pressures are shown on the tire placard affixed to the driver s door center pillar e Retighten the lug nuts when the ve hicle has been run for 600 miles 1 000 km after installing the aluminum wheel ROTATE clockwise to secure jack Tool kit Square jack fastening bracket ACE0016 5 Securely store the jacking equipment in the vehicle The tool kit is stored behind the jack Stowing the spare tire or flat tire 1 To raise the tire to the stowed position install the retainer through the wheel center and turn the wheel lug wrench clockwise until the tire is raised to its original position underneath the vehicle The spare tire hex nut ratchets when the tire is raised It won t allow you to over tighten 2 Check for proper seating against under body supports If necessary loosen tire reposition and retighten amp WARNING Always make sure that the spare tire and jacking equipment are properly secured after use Such items can b
198. or larger children which should be used for maximum protection NISSAN recommends that all preteens and children be restrained in the rear seat if possible According to accident statistics children are safer when prop erly restrained in the rear seat than in the front seat This is especially important because your vehicle has a supplemental restraint sys tem Air bag system for the front passen ger For precautions see Supplemental restraint system earlier in this section Infants and small children NISSAN recommends that infants and small children be placed in a child restraint that complies with the Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standards or Canadian Motor Ve hicle Safety Standards You should choose a child restraint that fits your vehicle and always follow the manufacturer s instruc tions for installation and use Larger children Children who are too large for child re straints should be seated and restrained by the seat belts which are provided If the child s seating position has a shoulder belt that fits close to the face or neck the use of a booster seat commercially available may help overcome this The booster seat should raise the child so the shoulder belt is properly positioned across the top middle portion of the shoulder and the lap belt is low on the hips The booster seat should fit the vehicle seat and have a label certifying that it complies with Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standar
199. or light comes on to verify activation and cooled air flows from the vents Fan speed continues to be controlled by the EATC unless the fan speed thumbwheel is used to override Press the amp button to choose air recir culation In this mode the EATC system recirculates the air inside the vehicle rather than drawing air from outside Use this mode together with the air conditioner to rapidly cool the inside of the vehicle or to dehumidify the air inside the vehicle 4 12 Heater air conditioner and audio systems J AHA762 ENGLISH METRIC MODE Switch from English to metric temperature display by simultaneously pressing the Gy and A C buttons and holding the thumbwheel in upper position HI for one second REAR SEAT HEATER AND AIR CONDITIONER if so equipped Air control buttons Fan control dial Fan control dial Air conditioner Temperature control dial Indicators f f cool button HRN EZ Hh AX mA is Cab FD eS Q i j borr Rea 3 3 F NN j 4 WA TEMA SWARM LOWER CooL WARM NWA C F Rear seat fan control Not on all models To operate the rear seat heater and air conditioner the engine must be running The rear seat heater and air conditioner can be turned on and off from the front controls If the rear seat fan control lever on the front panel is set to OFF the rear heater and air cond
200. or the tires on your vehicle and are installed according to the chain manufacturer s suggestions In ad dition drive at a reduced speed other wise your vehicle may be damaged and or vehicle handling and performance may be adversely affected Tire chains Use of tire chains may be prohibited accord ing to location Check the local laws before installing tire chains When installing tire chains make sure they are of proper size for the tires on your vehicle and are installed according to the chain manufacturer s sug gestions Use only SAE Class S chains Other types may damage your vehicle Use chain tensioners when recommended by the tire chain manufacturer to ensure a tight fit Loose end links of the tire chain must be secured or removed to prevent the possibil ity of whipping action damage to the fenders or undercarriage If possible avoid fully loading your vehicle when using tire chains In addition drive at a reduced speed Do not exceed the maximum speed suggested by chain manufacturer Otherwise your ve hicle may be damaged and or vehicle han dling and performance may be adversely affected Never install tire chains on T type and small size spare tires Do not use tire chains on dry roads Special winter equipment It is recommended that the following items be carried in the vehicle during winter 1 A scraper and stiff bristled brush to re move ice and snow from the windows and wiper blades
201. orted only by the jack Use the jack provided with your ve hicle Do not use the jack provided with your vehicle on other vehicles The jack is designed only for lifting your vehicle during a tire change Use the correct jack up points never use any other part of the vehicle for jack support In case of emergency 6 5 e Never jack up the vehicle more than necessary e Never use blocks on or under the jack e Do not start or run engine while vehicle is on the jack as it may cause the vehicle to move e Do not allow passengers to stay in the vehicle while it is on the jack e Never run the engine with the wheels off of the ground It may cause the vehicle to move 6 6 In case of emergency CE1003 Installing wheel The T type spare tire is designed for emergency use See specific instruc tions under the heading Wheels and tires in the Do it yourself section of this manual 1 Clean any mud or dirt from the surface between the wheel and hub 2 Carefully put the wheel on and tighten the lug nuts finger tight 3 With the lug wrench tighten the lug nuts alternately and evenly until they are tight 4 Lower the vehicle slowly until the tire touches the ground Then with the lug wrench tighten the lug nuts securely in the sequence as illustrated Lower the vehicle completely A WARNING e Incorrect wheel nuts or improperly tightened wheel nuts can cause the wheel to become loose
202. oughly using a mild soap a special vehicle soap or general purpose dishwashing liquid mixed with clean lukewarm never hot water CAUTION e Do not use strong household soap strong chemical detergents gaso line or solvents e Do not wash the vehicle in direct sunlight or while the vehicle body is hot as the surface may become wa terspotted e Avoid using tight napped or rough cloths such as washing mitts Care must be taken when removing caked on dirt or other foreign sub stances so the paint surface is not scratched or damaged Rinse the vehicle thoroughly with plenty of clean water Inside flanges seams and folds on the doors hatches and hood are particularly vulnerable to the effects of road salt There fore these areas must be regularly cleaned Take care that the drain holes in the lower edge of the door are open Spray water under the body and in the wheel wells to loosen the dirt and wash away road salt A damp chamois can be used to dry the vehicle to avoid water spots Waxing Regular waxing protects the paint surface and helps retain new vehicle appearance After waxing polishing is recommended to remove built up residue and to avoid a weathered appearance An authorized NISSAN dealer can assist you in choosing the proper product e Wax your vehicle only after a thorough washing Follow the instructions supplied with the wax e Do not use a wax containing any abra sives cutting
203. our seat belt as out lined in the Seat belts section of this manual and also instruct your passengers to do so DRINKING ALCOHOL DRUGS AND DRIVING A WARNING Never drive under the influence of alco hol or drugs Alcohol in the blood stream reduces coordination delays reaction time and impairs judgement Driving after drinking alcohol increases the likelihood of being involved in an accident injuring yourself and others Additionally if you are injured in an accident alcohol can increase the se verity of the injury NISSAN is committed to safe driving How ever you must choose not to drive under the influence of alcohol Every year thou sands of people are injured or killed in alcohol related accidents Although the local laws vary on what is considered to be legally intoxicated the fact is alcohol affects all people differently and most people un derestimate 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 if your ability to operate your vehicle is impaired by alcohol drugs or some other physical condition Starting and driving 5 3 IGNITION SWITCH 7 beste tins A E Off Lock Start g The ignition switch includes an anti theft steering lock device The key can only be removed when the ignition switch in the LOCK position The ignition lock is designed so the k
204. ow module includes trailer tow module which draws power from the vehicle stop lamp fuse one subharness containing a SAE J1239 specified connector 10 16 Technical and consumer information To use the tow harness 1 Remove the connector cap from the vehicle harness located behind the rear bumper Store the connector cap in ve hicle glove box for reinstallation 2 Connect the tow harness to the vehicle harness located behind the rear bumper 3 Connect the tow harness connector SAE J1239 to your trailer 4 Confirm proper vehicle and stop turn lamp operation trailer 5 When towing is completed disconnect the tow harness from the trailer and the vehicle Store the tow harness in the glove box Reinstall the connector cap to the vehicle harness If you need further assistance in wiring a trailer to your NISSAN contact an autho rized NISSAN dealer Always confirm proper vehicle and trailer stop turn lamp operation every time the trailer light circuits are con nected for use Trailer brakes If your trailer is equipped with a braking system make sure it conforms to Federal and or local regulations and it is properly installed amp WARNING Never connect a trailer brake system directly to the vehicle brake system Pre towing tips e Be certain your vehicle maintains a level position when a loaded and or unloaded trailer is hitched Do not drive the vehicle if it has an abnormal nose up or no
205. ower steering SYStOM c cecscesceseeseeseeseeeseeeees 5 14 Before starting the CNgine ieeeeeiee 5 5 Brake SyStENs iiae isana 5 14 Driving with an automatic transmission 5 5 Anti lock brake system ABS if so equipped 5 15 Overdrive SWItCN 0 0 eeeceeeeeeceeeeeeeeeeeteaeeeeetseeees 5 7 Cold weather driving e ccssscsssssssssesseesseesssssseeesseen 5 16 Starting the engine 0 cee eeeeeseeeeeetseeteeeeeseeteaee 5 8 PRECAUTIONS WHEN STARTING AND DRIVING A WARNING Do not leave children unreliable adults or pets alone in your vehicle They could accidently injure them selves or others through inadvertent operation of the vehicle Also on hot sunny days temperatures in a closed vehicle could quickly become high enough to cause severe or possibly fatal injuries to people or animals EXHAUST GAS Carbon Monoxide A WARNING Do not breathe exhaust gases they contain colorless and odorless carbon monoxide Carbon monoxide is dan gerous It can cause unconsciousness or death e If you suspect that exhaust fumes are entering the vehicle drive with all windows fully open and have the vehicle inspected immediately e Do not run the engine in closed spaces such as a garage for any longer than is absolutely necessary 5 2 Starting and driving e Do not park the vehicle with the en gine running for any extended length of time e Keep the rear door and flip up rear window closed wh
206. p the actuator under the hood rapidly applies and releases hydraulic pressure like pumping the brakes very quickly While the actuator is working you may feel a pulsation in the brake pedal and hear a noise or vibration from the actuator under the hood This is normal and indicates the anti lock system is working prop erly However the pulsation may indicate road conditions are hazardous and extra care is required while driving Self test feature The anti lock brake system consists of elec tronic sensors electric pumps and hydraulic solenoids controlled by a computer The com puter has a built in diagnostic feature that tests the system each time you start the engine and move the vehicle at a low speed in forward or reverse When the self test occurs you may hear a clunk noise and or feel a pulsation in the brake pedal This is normal and is not an indication of any malfunction If the computer senses any malfunction it switches the anti lock brake system OFF and turns on the ABS brake warning light in the dashboard The brake system then operates normally but without anti lock assistance If the light comes on during the self test or while driving take the vehicle to an authorized NISSAN dealer for repair A WARNING The anti lock brake system is a sophis ticated device but it cannot prevent accidents resulting from careless or dangerous driving techniques It can help maintain vehicle control during bra
207. positioned in the footwell to prevent interference with pedal operation Mats should be maintained with regular cleaning and replaced if they become excessively worn Seat belts The seat belts can be cleaned by wiping them with a sponge dampened in a mild soap solution Allow the belts to dry com pletely before using them 7 4 Appearance and care A WARNING Do not allow wet belts to roll up in the retractor NEVER use bleach dye or chemical solvents since these may se verely weaken the seat belt webbing CORROSION PROTECTION Most common factors contributing to vehicle corrosion 1 The accumulation of moisture retaining dirt and debris in body panel sections cavities and other areas 2 Damage to paint and other protective coatings caused by gravel and stone chips or minor traffic accidents Environmental factors influence the rate of corrosion Moisture Accumulation of sand dirt and water on the vehicle body underside can accelerate cor rosion Wet floor coverings do not dry com pletely inside the vehicle and should be removed for drying to avoid floor panel corrosion Relative humidity Corrosion will be accelerated in areas of high relative humidity in areas where the temperatures stay above freezing e where atmospheric pollution exists where road salt is used Temperature A temperature increase accelerates the rate of corrosion to those parts which are not well ventilated
208. r clockwise to unfasten Jack storage compartment ACE0015 Getting the tools and spare tire Remove the jack and the tool kit from the jack storage compartment in the cargo area Remove the lug wrench from the tool kit Hex shaped end of lug wrench TURN counterclockwise to lower spare tire in ACE0001 I7 Spare tire hex nut 1 Remove the plastic hex nut cover in the carpeting of the cargo area The hex nut is used to lower and raise the spare tire located underneath the vehicle 2 Place the lug wrench over the hex nut and turn counterclockwise until the cable extends completely The spare tire hex nut rachets when the cable is fully ex tended Spare tire ACE0006 3 Carefully slide the tire from under the rear of the vehicle R CZ 3 LZ 3 a SS L Lid m eX REREN L S5 F Wh REMOVE WX spare tire WE retainer ACE0014 4 Stand the tire up to easily remove the retainer In case of emergency 6 3 CE1003M Blocking wheels Place suitable blocks at both the front and back of the wheel diagonally opposite the flat tire This prevents the vehicle from roll ing when it is jacked up A WARNING Be sure to block the wheel as the ve hicle may move and result in personal injury 6 4 In case of emergency Jack rod Wheel cover ACE0561 Removing wheel cover Remove the jac
209. r er s instructions ARS1068 Route the seat belt tongue through the child restraint and insert it into the buckle until you hear and feel the latch engage Be sure to follow the child restraint manu facturer s instructions for belt routing 1 44 Seats restraints and supplemental air bag systems Front facing Front J PULL to engage automatic locking mode 3 Pull on the shoulder belt until all of the belt is fully extended At this time the belt retractor is in the automatic locking mode child restraint mode It reverts back to emergency locking mode when the belt is fully retracted Front facing Front f PULL to tighten ARS1078 Allow the belt to retract Pull up on the shoulder belt to remove any slack in the belt Front facing Front Check for a secure fit ARS1067 5 Before placing the child in the child re straint use force to tilt the child restraint from side to side and tug it forward to make sure it is securely held in place Check that the retractor is in the auto matic locking mode by trying to pull more belt out of the retractor If you cannot pull any more belt webbing out of the retrac tor the belt is in the automatic locking mode Check to make sure the child restraint is properly secured prior to each use If the belt is not locked repeat steps 3 through 6 After the child restraint is removed
210. r ajar warning light This light comes on when any of the doors are not closed securely while the ignition key is ON iA Seat belt warning light and chime The light and chime remind you to fasten your seat belts If the driver s seat belt is NOT securely fastened when the ignition key is turned to ON or START the chime sounds four times and the light illuminates Refer to Seat belts in the Seats re straints and supplemental air bag systems section of this manual for precautions on seat belt usage gag Supplemental air bag warning light When the ignition key is in the ON or START position the supplemental air bag warning light illuminates for about 7 seconds and then turns off This means the Air Bag Supplemental Restraint System is opera tional If any of the following conditions occur the supplemental air bag system needs servic ing and your vehicle should be taken to an authorized NISSAN dealer 1 The supplemental air bag warning light does not come on for 7 seconds and then turn off as described above 2 The supplemental air bag warning light flashes intermittently or remains on 3 The supplemental air bag warning light does not come on at all Under these conditions the Air Bag Supple mental restraint system may not function properly For additional details see Supple mental restraint system in the Seats re straints and supplemental air
211. racked or oily Engine oil level Check the level after parking the vehicle on a level surface with the engine off Wait a few minutes for the oil to drain back into the oil pan Power steering fluid level and lines Check the level when the fluid is cold with the engine off Check the lines for proper attachment leaks cracks etc Automatic transmission fluid level Check the level after putting the selector lever in P Park with the engine idling at operating temperature Exhaust system Make sure there are no cracks holes loose joints or supports If the sound of the exhaust seems unusual or there is a smell of exhaust fumes immedi ately have the exhaust system inspected by an authorized NISSAN dealer See the car bon monoxide warning in the Starting and driving section of this manual Underbody The underbody is frequently exposed to corrosive substances such as those used on icy roads or to control dust It is very important to remove these sub stances from the underbody otherwise rust may form on the floor pan frame fuel lines and exhaust system At the end of winter the underbody should be thoroughly flushed with plain water in those areas where mud and dirt may have accumulated See the Appearance and care section of this manual Fluid leaks Check under the vehicle for fuel oil water or other fluid leaks after the vehicle has been parked for a while Water dripping from t
212. rain pan under the oil filter Loosen the oil filter with an oil filter wrench Then remove the oil filter by turning it by hand CAUTION Be careful not to burn yourself as the engine oil may be hot Wipe the engine oil filter mounting sur face with a clean rag Be sure to remove any old rubber gasket remaining on the mounting surface of the engine Coat the rubber gasket on the new filter with clean engine oil Screw the oil filter in until a slight resis tance is felt then tighten additionally more than 2 3 turn Start the engine and check for leakage around the oil filter Correct as required Turn the engine off and wait several minutes Check the oil level Add engine oil if necessary Do it yourself 8 7 AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION FLUID ATF Automatic ce transmission clip fluid dipstick ADI1024 amp WARNING e When engine is running keep hands jewelry and clothing away from any moving parts such as cool ing fan and drive belt e Automatic transmission fluid is poi sonous and should be stored care fully in marked containers out of the reach of children 8 8 Do it yourself Automatic transmission fluid dipstick ADI0573 TEMPERATURE CONDITIONS FOR CHECKING ATF e Check the fluid level using the HOT range on the dipstick after the following conditions have been met The engine is warmed up to operating temperature
213. rear seat belt tongue will connect to any seat belt buckle therefore it is important to follow the illustration above Failure to do so could increase the chance and or severity of injury in an accident 1 36 Seats restraints and supplemental air bag systems INSERT to fasten ARS1055 Fastening the belts 1 Insert the tongue into the buckle until it clicks ARS1115 ARS1076 2 Tighten the belt by pulling the free end of 3 Position the lap belt low on the hips as the belt away from the tongue then pull shown the belt clip to take up the slack ARS1057 4 Loosen the belt by holding the tongue at a right angle to the belt then pull on the belt Seats restraints and supplemental air bag systems 1 37 jS PRESS to ARS1058 Unfastening the belts To unfasten the belt press the button on the buckle SEAT BELT EXTENDERS If because of body size or driving position it is not possible to properly fit the front seat lap belts and fasten them an extender is available which is compatible with the in stalled seat belts The extender adds ap proximately 8 inches 200 mm of length and may be used for either lap belt for the driver or front passenger seating position See an authorized NISSAN dealer for assis tance if the extender is required A WARNING e Only NISSAN belt extenders made by the same company which made the original equipment be
214. reduced intensity when the engine is started with the parking brake released The day time running lights operate with the head light switch in the OFF position or in the p position Turn the headlight switch to the O position for full illumination when driving at night If the parking brake is applied before the engine is started the daytime running lights do not illuminate The daytime running lights illuminate once the parking brake is re leased The daytime running lights will re main on until the ignition switch is turned OFF A WARNING When the daytime light system is ac tive tail lights on your vehicle will not be on It is necessary at dusk to turn on your headlights Failure to do so could cause an accident injuring yourself and others Instruments and controls 2 13 AUTOLAMP SWITCH if so equipped Autolamp switch cruise CONT O o pe EN AIC0041 The autolamp system allows the headlights to be set so they turn on and off automati cally The autolamp system can turn on the headlights automatically when it is dark turn off the headlights when it is light and keep the headlights on for up to three minutes after you turn the key to OFF To set the autolamp system 1 Make sure the headlight switch is in the OFF position If the headlight switch is in the D or 0 position the autolamp system is canceled 2 Turn the ignition key to ON 2 14 Instruments and controls 3
215. rge drain pan under the drain plug 5 Remove the drain plug with a wrench and completely drain the oil If the oil filter is to be changed remove and replace it at this time See Chang ing engine oil filter later in this section amp WARNING e Be careful not to burn yourself as the engine oil is hot e Prolonged and repeated contact with used engine oil may cause skin can cer e Try to avoid direct skin contact with used oil If skin contact is made wash thoroughly with soap or hand cleaner as soon as possible e Keep used engine oil out of reach of children Waste oil must be disposed of properly Check your local regulations 6 Clean and re install the drain plug with a new washer Securely tighten the drain plug with a wrench Drain plug tightening torque 22 to 29 ft lb 29 to 39 N m Do not use excessive force Refill the engine with a recommended oil through the oil filler opening then install the oil filler cap securely See the Tech nical and consumer information section for refill capacity Start the engine Check for leakage around the drain plug Correct as re quired Turn the engine off and wait several minutes Check the oil level with the dipstick Add engine oil if necessary LOOSEN ADIO010 Oil filter CHANGING ENGINE OIL FILTER 1 Park the vehicle on a level surface and apply the parking brake 2 Turn the engine off Place a large d
216. rmation 10 19 READINESS FOR INSPECTION MAINTENANCE I M TEST Due to legal requirements in some states and Canadian Provinces your vehicle may be required to be in the ready condition for an Inspection Maintenance I M test of the emission control system The vehicle is set to the ready condition when it is driven through certain driving pat terns Usually the ready condition can be obtained by ordinary usage of the vehicle If a powertrain system component is repaired or the battery is disconnected the vehicle may be reset to a not ready condition Before taking the I M test drive the vehicle through the following pattern to set the vehicle to the ready condition If you cannot or do not want to perform the driving pattern an authorized NISSAN dealer can conduct it for you A WARNING Always drive the vehicle in a safe man ner according to traffic conditions and obey all traffic laws 1 Start the engine when the engine coolant temperature gauge needle points to C Allow the engine to idle until the gauge needle points between the C and H nor mal operating temperature 2 Accelerate the vehicle to 55 MPH 88 km h then quickly release the accelera tor pedal completely and keep it released for at least 6 seconds 3 Quickly depress the accelerator pedal for a moment then drive the vehicle at a speed of 53 to 60 MPH 86 to 96 km h for at least 5 minutes 4 Stop the vehicle 5 Accelerate the vehicle to
217. rs sitting in the third row One bucket seat removed APDO0052 When one passenger in the three passenger bench seat would like more leg room one of the second row bucket seats can be removed Seven passenger driving arrangement with third seat in seating position 2 More cargo room APDO127 When more cargo area room is necessary the three passenger sliding bench seat can be moved to seating position 2 This seat ing arrangement provides less leg room for third row passengers but more cargo area room Second row seating removed APDO0053 If passengers in the three passenger bench seat would like more leg room both second row bucket seats can be removed The floor area should never be used by pas sengers Passengers should always be properly restrained by seat belts Seats restraints and supplemental air bag systems 1 73 MEMO 1 74 Seats restraints and supplemental air bag systems 2 Instruments and controls Meters and gauges inimii 2 3 Speedometer and odometer cccceeeeeeeeeees 2 4 TACHOMBUEN sissioni iei 2 4 Engine coolant temperature gauge 2 4 Fuel GAUGE snreisriannr en aaia 2 5 Warning indicator lights and chimes 00 2 6 Theft warning if So equipped 2 10 Windshield wiper and washer switch 2 11 Rear window wiper and washer switches 2 12 Rear window defogger SWItCh seee 2 13 Headlight Control switch
218. s When the mats are arranged properly the positioning pins of the two mats on either side of the step mat should fit through the holes in the step mat and into the seat track A WARNING e No occupant should ride in a vehicle seat unless it is in a normal riding arrangement and the seat belts are properly used e It is extremely dangerous to ride ina cargo area inside of a vehicle In a collision people riding in these ar eas are more likely to be seriously injured or killed e Properly secure all cargo to help prevent it from sliding or shifting Do not place cargo higher than the seat backs In a sudden stop or collision unsecured cargo could cause per sonal injury 1 68 Seats restraints and supplemental air bag systems e Do not allow people to ride in any area of the vehicle that is not equipped with seats and seat belts e Be sure everyone in your vehicle is in a seat and is using a seat belt properly e Failure to follow proper seating in structions in this section could re sult in serious personal injury in an accident or during a sudden stop SEAT POSITIONS Normal driving arrangement seven passenger third seat in seating position 1 More leg room APDO096 WITH SECOND ROW BENCH SEAT The most common seating arrangement for seven passengers is with the three passenger bench seat in seating position 1 This provides more leg room for the passengers sitting in the third row Seve
219. s properly secured prior to each use If the belt is not locked repeat steps 3 through 6 After the child restraint is removed and the seat belt is allowed to wind back into the retractor for the passenger side of the two passenger bench seat the auxilliary buckle must also be released the auto matic locking mode child restraint mode is canceled The seat belt may be used as normal and will only lock during a sudden stop or impact 1 48 Seats restraints and supplemental air bag systems CHILD RESTRAINT WITH TOP TETHER STRAP A child restraint anchored with a top tether strap can be installed on the second row bench seat second row bucket seat or three passenger bench seat in the second or third row The chart indicates where the tether strap must be attached and the sec tion of this manual that contains the instruc tions for tethering Two passenger bench or bucket seat Position Second row three passenger bench seat in seating or storage position Tongue of third row lap shoulder belt di rectly behind the child seat position Page 1 50 Tethering to lap shoulder belt tongue Three passenger bench seat Three passenger bench seat Three passenger bench seat Second row outboard seating position Second row center seating position Third row outboard or center seating posi tion Tongue of third row lap shoulder belt di rectly behind the child seat position CANNOT BE TETHERED
220. s are missing and check for any loose wheel nuts Tighten if necessary Tire rotation Tires should be rotated every 7 500 miles 12 000 km Wheel alignment and balance If the vehicle should pull to either side while driv ing on a straight and level road or if you detect uneven or abnormal tire wear there may be a need for a wheel alignment If the steering wheel or seat vibrates at normal highway speeds wheel balancing may be needed Windshield wiper blades Check for cracks or wear if they do not wipe properly Doors and hood Check that all doors and the hood operate properly Also ensure that all latches lock securely Lubricate hinges latches rollers and links if neces sary Make sure the secondary latch keeps the hood from opening when the primary latch is released When driving in areas using road salt or other corrosive materials check lubrication frequently INSIDE THE VEHICLE The maintenance items listed here should be checked on a regular basis such as when performing periodic maintenance cleaning the vehicle etc Additional information on the following items with an is found in the Do it yourself section of this manual Lights Make sure the headlights stop lights tail lights turn signal lights and other lights are all operating properly and installed securely Also check headlight aim Warning lights and buzzers chimes Make sure all warning lights an
221. s combined weight GVW plus the total weight of the trailer and all its cargo Determining Vehicle Load Capacity The load capacity of this vehicle is deter mined by weight not by available cargo space For example a luggage rack bike carrier cartop carrier or similar equipment does not increase load carrying capacity of your vehicle To determine vehicle load capacity Vehicle weight can be determined by using a commercial grade scale found at places such as a truck stop gravel quarry grain elevator or a scrap metal recycling facility 1 Determine the curb weight of your vehicle 2 Compare the curb weight amount to the GVWR specified for your vehicle to de termine how much more weight your vehicle can carry 3 After loading cargo amp passengers re 10 12 Technical and consumer information weigh your vehicle to determine if either GVWR or GAWR for your vehicle is exceeded If GVWR is exceeded re move cargo as necessary If either the front or rear GAWR is exceeded shift the load or remove cargo as necessary Loading Tips e The GVW must not exceed GVWR or GAWR specified on the F M V S S Cer tification Label Do not load the front and rear axle to the GAWR Doing so will exceed the GVWR amp WARNING e Properly secure all cargo to help pre vent it from sliding or shifting Do not place cargo higher than the seat backs In a sudden stop or collision unsecured cargo could cause per so
222. s shown INSTALLING THE LICENSE PLATE ATI0562 sh 01 peed TIRE PLACARD AIR CONDITIONER The cold tire pressure is shown on the tire SPECIFICATION LABEL placard affixed to the inside of the glove The air conditioner specification label is box attached as shown ATI0564 Have your front license plate installed by your NISSAN dealer Technical and consumer information 10 11 VEHICLE LOADING INFORMATION A WARNING e Itis extremely dangerous to ride ina cargo area inside of a vehicle In a collision people riding in these ar eas are more likely to be seriously injured or killed e Do not allow people to ride in any area of your vehicle that is not equipped with seats and seat belts e Be sure everyone in your vehicle is in a seat and using a seat belt properly Terms It is important to familiarize yourself with the following terms before loading your vehicle e Curb Weight actual weight of your ve hicle vehicle weight including standard and optional equipment fluids emer gency tools and spare tire assembly This weight does not include passen gers and cargo e GVW Gross Vehicle Weight curb weight plus the combined weight of pas sengers and cargo e GVWR Gross Vehicle Weight Rating maximum total weight load limit speci fied for the vehicle e GAWR Gross Axle Weight Rating maximum weight load limit specified for the front or rear axle e Gros
223. se down condition check for improper tongue load overload worn suspension or other possible causes of either condi tion e Always secure items in the trailer to prevent load shift while driving e Becertain your rear view mirrors conform to all federal state or local regulations If not install any mirrors required for towing before driving the vehicle Trailer towing tips In order to gain skill and an understanding of the vehicle s behavior you should prac tice turning stopping and backing up in an area which is free from traffic Steering stability and braking performance are somewhat different than under normal driv ing conditions e Always secure items in the trailer to prevent load shift while driving Avoid abrupt starts acceleration or stops Avoid sharp turns or lane changes Always drive your vehicle at a moderate speed Always block the wheels on both vehicle and trailer when parking Parking on a slope is not recommended however if you must do so first block the wheels and apply the parking brake and then move the transmission shift selector le ver into the P Park position If you move the shift selector lever to the P Park position before blocking the wheels and applying the parking brake transmission damage could occur e When going down a hill shift into a lower gear and use the engine braking effect When ascending a long grade downshift the transmission to a lower gear and
224. son should refer to the instruc tions in the Service Manual When seat is reinstalled the attaching bolts must be tightened to the appro priate torque specifications Failure to follow these instructions could increase the chance and or severity of injury in an accident Cleaning the seat tracks The seat tracks for the three passenger sliding bench seat should be cleaned peri Odically with a high powered vacuum cleaner Dirty seat tracks may reduce the sliding ability of the seat A wet cleansing agent may be used if necessary but the seat tracks must be thoroughly dried Use a cloth wrapped around a screwdriver or similar object to clean the seat tracks Do not use your fingers to clean debris from the tracks Do not apply any type of lubricant to the seat tracks amp CAUTION Never insert fingers into the seat track rails The rails may be sharp and could cause injury Seats restraints and supplemental air bag systems 1 17 SUPPLEMENTAL RESTRAINT SYSTEM supplemental air bag system This Supplemental Restraint System de scription contains important information concerning the special driver and passen ger supplemental air bag The Supplemen tal Restraint System Air Bag can help re duce impact force to the driver and to the front passenger in certain frontal collisions The supplemental air bags are designed to supplement the crash protection provided by the seat belts and are not a substitute for the se
225. sseccseseeesees 10 3 Fuel recommendation 10 2 FUSES oaaae aane saaa Epeei aeaa Aaii 8 18 G Gauge Engine coolant temperature gauge 2 4 Fuel gauge i Odometer eecceeeceeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeees SPCCAOMEET isien piisit 2 4 Tachometer 2 4 Trip odometer 2 4 General maintenance ssseeeeeeeeeeeeeee 9 2 H Hazard warning flasher switch 0 2 16 Head restraint isisisi 1 6 Headlight control SWitCh eee 2 13 FC ACNIONS tressceenersceacocssttevecevcesasenevstreecuesase 8 20 Heater Heater and air conditioner automatic if so equipped cccccavseeiccecsceerseececeorsees 4 10 Heater and air conditioner manual 4 3 Rear seat heater and air conditioner 4 13 HOOd release csecseseessesseeseeeesseesseensees 3 11 l Ignition SWitC hirisein 5 4 Important vehicle information label 10 10 Increasing fuel economy sssrsssssrrsesrriee 5 12 Indicator lights and chimes See warning indicator lights and chimes 2 6 Inertial fuel shut off Switch 6 11 Inside MIN OF sissies asara 3 18 Instrument brightness control 2 15 Integrated child safety seats 1 57 WATENIOF NOMIS iniciis niarainn easar 2 24 J Jump StAMiING siececiseceecssccscevesstesecctizersed 6 8 8 12 K KOs cessdeessedssivenscisscsunianieiessdennscpeusevectnecseiness 3 2 Keyless entry system See multi remote COMUOl SYSIOM oisein inaen 3 8 L Labels Air conditioner specification label
226. ssenger bench Seat asensin 1 36 Seat belt extenders cceccceeeeeeeseeeeseeeeeeneeeeees 1 38 Seat belt Maintenance cccceeseeeeeeeeeeeneeeeeee 1 38 Gil restraints es cdeacdssacdtinedect aetnsdecrecasesdevaeseeeeses 1 39 Front facing installation at three passenger bench seat center position eee eeeeeeeeeeee 1 40 Rear facing installation at three passenger bench seat center position cee eeeeeeeeeeeee 1 42 Front facing installation at second and third row outboard POSITIONS s e 1 43 Rear facing installation at second and third row outboard positions s 1 46 Child restraint with top tether strap 1 49 Installation on second row bench or bucket Seabee rer ercer er rerer Comer crer er erat re 1 50 Installation on three passenger bench seat in SOCOM NOW zseni ee a anaiai 1 51 Installation on three passenger bench seat in IRATON aee a E 1 52 Integrated child safety seats if so equipped 1 57 Seats floor Mats 4 0is cskites cece dice ieee 1 64 Seating arrangements ceecceeeeeeeeeeeeneeeeeeee 1 64 Floor mat positioning seserinis 1 65 Seven passenger seating cceceeeeeeeeteeeeeees 1 65 Three passenger bench seat in storage POSION iaaeao eiaa Sia riia Ria 1 65 Five passenger seating csessssrscsererrrerrererrenne 1 66 Five passenger seating with cargo room 1 66 Three passenger bench seat in fully forward POSITION seceede caput cee cadie innne dheea
227. sure to observe the following cautions otherwise the new equipment may ad versely affect the MFI system and other electronic parts CAUTION e Keep the antenna as far away as possible from the electronic control unit including the radio e Also keep the antenna wire more than 8 inches 20 cm away from the Multiport Electronic Fuel Injection MFI harness Do not route the an tenna wire next to any harness e Adjust the antenna standing wave ratio as recommended by the manu facturer CM harness connector AHA1049 e Connect the ground wire from the CB radio chassis to the body e For details consult an authorized NISSAN dealer Heater air conditioner and audio systems 4 25 MEMO 4 26 Heater air conditioner and audio systems 5 Starting and driving Precautions when starting and driving 5 2 Parking brake operation c ceecceeseseeeeeseeeeeneees 5 9 Exhaust gas Carbon monoxide 5 2 Cruise control if SO EQUIDPEd ee eee eeeeeee teers 5 9 Three way CatalySt c ceccecceceeceeeseeeeeeeeeeeeeeeetees 5 2 Break in schedule c ceccecceceeceeseeeteeteeteeeeees 5 11 Avoiding Collision and rollOVer ccccceseceeeeeeen 5 3 Increasing fuel ECONOMY ccccscesceeeseceeeteeeeee 5 12 Drinking alcohol drugs and Ariving e se 5 3 Parking parking on hills ccsc cccsscecseesteseeteseeneees 5 13 Ignition SWICHisici titre idee ietveds Moaaieeeeis 5 4 P
228. t amp CAUTION Remember that the interior of a closed vehicle can become very hot when left in direct sunlight Check the seating surface and buckles before placing your child in the integrated child safety seat Securing the child Before using the integrated child safety seats carefully read the shoulder har ness seatback release and integrated child safety seat cushion labels The following steps apply to both the left and right integrated child safety seats 1 Be sure your child meets all of the re quired age weight and height require ments for the safe use of the integrated child safety seat 2 Be sure the second row bench seat is securely latched to the floor of the ve hicle Refer to Flexible seating in this chapter for proper seat installation proce dures 3 Be sure the second row bench seatback is locked by grasping it and trying to rock it back and forth Also check that the seatback release lever is in the full down position Cushion release straps PULL to LOWER cushions APD0854 4 Pull the cushion release strap and lower the intregrated child safety seat cushion completely Seats restraints and supplemental air bag systems 1 59 DISCONNECT chest clip SEPARATE two halves of shoulder harness from belt buckle APD0814 5 If connected separate the two halves of the shoulder harness from the belt buckle Also if connected disconnect the chest cl
229. t and insert it into the buckle until you hear and feel the latch engage Be sure to follow the child restraint manu facturer s instructions for belt routing Front facing PULL to engage automatic locking mode ARS 1034 3 Pull on the shoulder belt until all of the belt is fully extended At this time the belt retractor is in the automatic locking mode child restraint mode It reverts back to emergency locking mode when the belt is fully retracted Seats restraints and supplemental air bag systems 1 55 Front facing ARS1074 4 Allow the belt to retract Pull up on the belt to remove any slack in the belt Front facing 6 Check for a secure fit ARS1079 5 Before placing the child in the child re straint use force to tilt the child restraint from side to side and tug it forward to make sure it is securely held in place 6 Check that the retractor is in the automatic locking mode by trying to pull more belt out of the retractor If you cannot pull any more belt webbing out of the retractor the belt is in the automatic locking mode 7 Check to make sure the child restraint is properly secured prior to each use If the lap belt is not locked repeat steps 3 through 6 1 56 Seats restraints and supplemental air bag systems After the child restraint is removed and the seat belt is allowed to wind back into the retractor the automatic locking mode child restr
230. t by pulling forcefully on the lap belt adjustment ARS 1062 4 Before placing the child in the child re straint use force to tilt the child restraint from side to side and tug it forward to make sure it is securely in place 5 If it is not secure try to tighten the belt again or put the restraint in another seat 6 Check to make sure the child restraint is properly secured prior to each use Seats restraints and supplemental air bag systems 1 41 R facin ear g j D ARS1063 REAR FACING INSTALLATION AT THREE PASSENGER BENCH SEAT CENTER POSITION When you install a child restraint in a rear center seat follow these steps 1 Position the child restraint on the seat as illustrated Always follow the restraint manufacturer s instructions INSERT to fasten ARS 1064 2 Route the seat belt tongue through the child restraint and insert it into the buckle unitl you hear and feel the latch engage Be sure to follow the child restraint manu facturer s instructions for belt routing 1 42 Seats restraints and supplemental air bag systems Rear facing Poi 44 ine p ee if ARS 1065 Remove all slack in the lap belt for a very tight fit by pulling forcefully on the lap belt adjustment Rear facing Front 7 Check for a secure fit ARS 1066 Before placing the child in the child re straint use force to tilt the c
231. t may inflate if the forces in another type of collision are similar to those of a higher severity frontal impact It may not inflate in certain frontal collisions Vehicle damage or lack of it is not always an indication of proper supplemental air bag operation When the supplemental air bag inflates a fairly loud noise may be heard followed by the release of smoke This smoke is not harmful and does not indicate a fire but care should be taken not to unintentionally inhale it as it may cause irritation and choking Those with a history of a breathing condition should get fresh air promptly The supplemental air bags along with the use of seat belts help to cushion the impact force on the face and chest of the occupant They can help save lives and reduce seri ous injuries However an inflating supple mental air bag may cause facial abrasions or other injuries Supplemental air bags do not provide restraint to the lower body Seat belts should be correctly worn and the driver and passenger seated upright as far away as practical from the steering wheel or dashboard Since the supplemental air bag inflates quickly in order to help protect the occupant the force of the supplemental air bag inflating can increase the risk of injury if the occupant is too close to or is against the supplemental air bag module during inflation The supplemental air bag deflates quickly after a collision The supplemental air bags operate only w
232. t or left side mirror then adjust using the control lever WARNING Objects viewed in the outside mirror on the passenger side are closer than they appear Be careful when moving to the right Using only this mirror could cause an accident Use the inside mir ror or glance over your shoulder to properly judge distances to other ob jects The electric control type outside mirrors can be heated to defrost defog or de ice for improved visibility Press the rear window defogger switch to activate the heating func tion Press the switch again to deactivate or it automatically turns off in approximately 15 minutes Pre driving checks and adjustments 3 17 OUTSIDE MIRRORS INSIDE MIRROR PUSH to adjust PD1183M Manual control type The outside mirror can be moved in any direction for a better rear view A WARNING Objects viewed in the outside mirror on the passenger side are closer than they appear Be careful when moving to the right Using only this mirror could cause an accident Use the inside mir ror or glance over your shoulder to properly judge distances to other ob jects 3 18 Pre driving checks and adjustments Push the outside mirrors backward to fold them PD1006M The night position reduces glare from the headlights of vehicles behind you at night A WARNING Use the night position only when nec essary because it reduces rear view clarity VANI
233. t when depressed fully Check the brake booster function Be Maintenance 9 3 certain to keep the floor mat away from the pedal Parking brake Check that the pedal is adjusted to specification and confirm that your vehicle is held securely on a fairly steep hill with only the parking brake ap plied Automatic transmission Park mecha nism On a fairly steep hill check that your vehicle is held securely with the selector lever in the P Park position without apply ing any brakes UNDER THE HOOD AND VEHICLE The maintenance items listed here should be checked periodically for example each time you check the engine oil or refuel Additional information on the following items with an is found in the Do it yourself section of this manual Windshield washer fluid Check that there is adequate fluid in the reservoir Engine coolant level Check the cool ant level when the engine is cold Radiator and hoses Check the front of 9 4 Maintenance the radiator and clean off any dirt insects leaves etc that may have accumulated Make sure the hoses have no cracks de formation rot or loose connections Brake fluid level Make sure the brake fluid level is between the MIN and MAX lines on the reservoir Battery Check the fluid level in each cell It should be between the MAX and MIN lines Engine drive belts Make sure the drive belts are not frayed worn c
234. ted above Recommended batteries Sanyo CR2016 remote controller operation 4 Press the gj button then the a button two or three times to check the multi If the batteries are removed for any rea son other than replacement perform step 4 e An improperly disposed battery can hurt the environment Always conform to local regulations for battery disposal The multi remote controller is water resistant however if it does get wet immediately wipe completely dry e The operational range of the multi remote controller extends to approxi mately 49 ft 15 m from the vehicle This range may vary with conditions FCC Notice Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the manufacturer for com pliance could void the user s authority to operate the equipment This device complies with part 15 of the FCC Rules and RSS 210 of Industry Canada Operation is subject to the following two conditions 1 This device may not cause harmful interference and 2 this device must accept any interference re ceived including interference that may cause undesired operation of the device Pre driving checks and adjustments 3 9 ILLUMINATED ENTRY SYSTEM The interior lights the cargo light the glove box light the stepwell lights near the sliding door and on the front doors and the footwell lights near the driver s and front passen ger s feet illuminate when the front and sliding doors are opened These lig
235. the COAST SET switch Each time you do this the set speed decreases by about 1 MPH 1 6 km h To resume the preset speed push and release the RES ACCEL switch The ve hicle resumes the last set cruising speed when the vehicle speed is over 30 MPH 48 km h Precautions e Ifthe cruise control system malfunctions it cancels automatically The CRUISE light in the instrument panel then blinks to warn the driver e When the CRUISE light blinks turn the CRUISE CONT main switch OFF and have the system checked by an autho rized NISSAN dealer e The CRUISE light in the instrument panel may blink when the CRUISE CONT main switch is turned ON while pushing either the RES ACCEL COAST SET or the CANCEL switch located on the steering wheel To properly set the cruise control system perform the steps in the order indicated BREAK IN SCHEDULE During the first 1 000 miles 1 600 km follow these recommendations for the future reliability and fuel economy of your new vehicle Failure to follow these recommen dations may result in vehicle damage or shortened engine life e Do not drive over 55 MPH 90 km h and do not run the engine over 4 000 RPM Avoid driving for long periods at constant speed either fast or slow e Do not accelerate at full throttle in any gear e Avoid quick starts e Avoid hard braking as much as possible e Do not tow a trailer for the first 500 miles 800 km Starting and driving 5 11
236. the above procedure If the engine is very hard to start in extremely cold or hot weather de press the accelerator pedal and hold it to help start the engine In the summer when restarting the engine within 30 minutes after it has been stopped keep the accelerator pedal slightly depressed while start ing amp CAUTION Do not operate the starter for more than 15 seconds at a time If the engine does not start turn the key off and wait 10 seconds before cranking again other wise the starter could be damaged 4 Warm up Allow the engine to idle for at least 30 seconds after starting Drive at moderate speeds for a short distance first espe cially in cold weather PARKING BRAKE OPERATION A WARNING e Be sure the parking brake is fully released before driving Failure to do so can cause brake failure and lead to an accident e Do not release the parking brake from outside the vehicle e Do not use the gearshift in place of the parking brake When parking be sure the parking brake is fully en gaged e Do not leave children unattended in a vehicle They could release the parking brake and cause an acci dent BRAKE RELEASE il g PULL to release Ca bee j PUSH to set parking brake ASD0012 To apply Firmly depress the parking brake To release 1 Firmly apply the foot brake 2 Move the shift selector lever to the P Park position 3 Pull the par
237. the air recirculation button when driving on a dusty road or to help keep out traffic fumes Activate the air recirculation button for im proved air conditioner performance under high temperature and high humidity conditions If the system is operating in the 3 or iy mode the system does not allow the air recirculate mode to be selected CAUTION Do not use the recirculation mode for long periods as it may cause the inte rior air to become stale and the win dows to fog up Air conditioner button Start the engine move the fan control dial to the desired one to four position select an air control button and push the air conditioner button to turn on the air conditioner The indicator light comes on when the air condi tioner is on To stop the air conditioner push the button again the indicator light goes off The air conditioner cooling function op erates only when the engine is running HEATER OPERATION Heating This mode is used to direct most of the hot air to the floor outlets Push the air recirculation button to the off position for normal heating 1 Push the Na button in 2 Turn the fan control dial to select speed 4 4 Heater air conditioner and audio systems 3 Move the temperature control dial to the desired position Ventilation This mode directs air to the side and center vents 1 Push the button in 2 Turn the fan control dial to select speed 3 Move the temperature
238. the drivers or the passenger s window To open the window press the switch down To close the window lift the switch up The power windows operate when the igni tion key is in the ON position or for 15 minutes after the ignition key is turned to the OFF position If the driver s or passenger s door is opened during this 15 minute period delayed power to the windows is cancelled Driver side AICO585 AUTOMATIC POWER WINDOW SWITCH To fully open the driver side window press down firmly on the switch and release it you do not need to hold the switch down The window automatically opens all the way The automatic feature can be interrupted before the window is fully open by briefly lifting up on the switch as the window moves down Locking passenger s window When the power window lock out button is pushed in the passenger side window can not be opened or closed Push the power window lock out button again to cancel this feature Passenger side O PUSH to open AIC1046 The passenger side switch opens or closes the passenger window only To open the window press the switch down To close the window lift the switch up Instruments and controls 2 21 SUNROOF if so equipped CLOSE UP OPEN DOWN AICO018 The sunroof operates when the ignition key is in the ON position or for 15 minutes after the ignition key is turned to the OFF posi tion If the drivers or passe
239. the environment in mind This refrigerant does not harm the earth s ozone layer Special charging equipment and lubricant are required when servicing your NISSAN air conditioner Using improper refrigerants or lubricants causes severe damage to your air conditioning system See Air condition ing system refrigerant and lubricant recom mendations in the Technical and con sumer information section of this manual An authorized NISSAN dealer is able to service your environmentally friendly air conditioning system A WARNING The air conditioner system contains refrigerant under high pressure To avoid personal injury any air condi tioner service should be done by an experienced technician with proper equipment AUDIO SYSTEM To turn the radio on turn the ignition key to ACC or ON If you listen to the radio with the engine not running turn the key to the ACC position Radio reception is affected by station signal strength distance from radio transmitter buildings bridges mountains and other ex ternal influences Intermittent changes in reception quality normally are caused by these external influences Clock For information on setting the clock refer to the section Instruments and controls 4 14 Heater air conditioner and audio systems AM FM RADIO WITH CASSETTE PLAYER Radio operation Push the VOL PUSH ON knob to turn the radio on Push the VOL PUSH ON knob once more to turn
240. the fuel level very low the malfunction indicator light may come on Refuel as soon as possible After driving for a while the light should remain off If the light re mains on have the vehicle inspected by an authorized NISSAN dealer For additional information see the Malfunction indicator light MIL later in this section Instruments and controls 2 5 WARNING INDICATOR LIGHTS AND CHIMES Charge warning light Supplemental air bag warning light Seat belt warning light Qe ex fh 2D BRAKE ealan A Brake warning light Checking bulbs Apply the parking brake fasten seat belts and turn the ignition key to ON without start ing the engine The following lights come on and stay on until the engine is started OA CHECK E gt Brake gt ENGINE O The following lights come on briefly and then go off ABS or ss If any light fails to come on it may indicate a burned out bulb or an open circuit in the electrical system Have the 2 6 SERVICE r ENGINE SOON AIR O D BAG OFF Instruments and controls Turn signal hazard indicator lights Engine oil pressure warning light Low fuel warning light Malfunction indicator lamp emission system Overdrive off indicator light Low washer fluid A warning light couse BD E CHECK O D ENGINE OFF Z High beam indicator light Door open warning light Cruise indic
241. the head restraints when the seat is in a storage position and not to be used by passengers 1 6 Seats restraints and supplemental air bag systems APDO0022 ARMRESTS To use the armrests on any seat pull them down to the resting position Cupholders WARNING built into e Never place hard items such as cof cali fee mugs or drinking glasses on the gt tabletop seats when the vehicle is moving Any item can become a pro jectile inside a vehicle involved in a collision To help prevent personal injury never leave loose items on the folded down tabletop seats when the vehicle is moving e Do not use the tabletop and cup holder feature while the vehicle is in motion unless you are properly seated with your seat belt on UNDERSEAT STORAGE TRAY if so equipped Some front passenger seats have an under seat storage tray APD0129 TABLETOP SEATS The second and third row seats convert into tabletops with built in cupholders To use the tabletop seats lift up on the seatback release lever and fold the seatback forward Seats restraints and supplemental air bag systems 1 7 FLEXIBLE SEATING Removing the second row bench seat Floor latch Removing and installing the second row bench seat amp WARNING e Do not remove or install seats while the vehicle is moving e After adjustment gently rock in the seat to make sure it is securely locked e Do not r
242. the radio off Turn the knob to adjust the volume Inserting a cassette tape into the cassette player while the radio is on turns the radio off and turns the cassette player on control ISEEK button TUNE button SCAN button VOLUME ON OFF AM FM band TREBLE button select button BALANCE button BASS button Tape eject button FADE button VOL PUSH ON REWIND Tape reverse button button Station memory FAST FORWARD buttons button CLOCK button TAPE button DOLBY button AHA0593 Heater air conditioner and audio systems 4 15 AM FM band select button VOLUME ON OFF control VOL PUSH ON SEEK button Radio tune CD selection button SCAN button REWIND station memory L Dutton FAST FORWARD station memory 2 button BASS button TREBLE button BALANCE button Tape eject button FADE button ee A E alla alfa fay CERT EER COK Tape reverse DOLBY COMPRESSION station memory station memory station memory 3 button 4 button 5 button CLOCK button AUTO SET button if so equipped CD button TAPE button SHUFFLE station memory 6 button AHA0594 4 16 Heater air conditioner and audio systems TUNING WARNING The radio should not be tuned while driving in order that full attention may be given to the driving operation AUTO SET if so equipped Press AU
243. the shade Do not allow the shoulder harnesses to retract until they are completely dry e The integrated child safety seats cloth removable pads may be cleaned with mild soap and water The cloth remov able pads are attached to the seats with fastener strips and may be easily re moved The pads are machine washable Fo best results machine wash in cold water in the gentle cycle Tumble dry on low heat Do not use chlorine bleach and do not dry clean CAUTION Failure to follow the washing instruc tions provided on the cloth removable pads may result in premature wear or damage e Periodically inspect the belt and metal components of the integrated child safety seats such as the buckles tongues shoulder harness webbings and latching indicators Periodically check the func tion of the integrated child safety seat shoulder harness retractor functions If loose parts deterioration cuts frays malfunctions or other damage to the belt webbings or metal parts are found see an authorized NISSAN dealer for repairs Inspection after an accident If your vehicle was involved in an accident before using the integrated child safety seats all related components should be inspected for damage by an authorized NIS SAN dealer Damage to the integrated child safety seat or related components must be repaired Seats restraints and supplemental air bag systems 1 63 SEATS FLOOR MATS SEATING ARRANGEMENTS Many differ
244. ther types of coolant solutions may damage the engine cool ing system Outside tempera ture down to Distilled water 50 8 4 Do it yourself A WARNING Never remove the radiator cap when the engine is hot Wait until the en gine and radiator cool down Serious burns could be caused by high pres sure fluid escaping from the radiator The radiator is equipped with a pres sure cap Use only a genuine NISSAN cap as a replacement Normal coolant range ADI1023 CHECKING ENGINE COOLANT LEVEL With coolant reservoir Check the coolant level in the reservoir tank when the engine is cold If the coolant level is below MIN add coolant up to the MAX level If the reservoir tank is empty check the coolant level in the radiator when the engine is cold If there is insufficient cool ant in the radiator fill the radiator with coolant up to the filler opening and also add it to the reservoir tank up to the MAX level If the cooling system frequently requires coolant have it checked by an autho rized NISSAN dealer CHANGING ENGINE COOLANT An authorized NISSAN dealer can change the engine coolant The service procedure is found in NISSAN s service manual Improper servicing can result in reduced heater performance and engine overheating A WARNING e To avoid danger of being scalded never change the coolant when the engine is hot e Never remove the radiator cap when the engine is hot
245. to the passenger compartment fuse box cover If the fuse is open replace it with a new fuse If a new fuse opens again have the electrical system checked and repaired by an authorized NISSAN dealer If the electrical equipment does not operate and fuses are in good condition check the fusible links If any of these fusible links are melted replace only with genuine NISSAN parts If the new fusible link melts again have the system checked and repaired by an autho rized NISSAN dealer Do it yourself 8 19 LIGHT BULBS PULL to open Fuse box cover Passenger compartment CAUTION Never use a fuse of a higher amperage rating than that specified on the fuse box cover This could damage the elec trical system or cause a fire If the electrical equipment does not operate check for an open fuse 1 Remove the key from the ignition 2 Open the fuse box cover Refer to the fuse label on the fuse box cover to locate 8 20 Do it yourself OK Me N of aga Open ADI0580 the fuse in question Remove the fuse with the fuse puller 4 If the fuse is open replace it with a new fuse If a new fuse opens again have the electrical system checked and repaired by an authorized NISSAN dealer j Headlamp reflector bs V7 Glass envelope PUSH to remove J Harness socke gt connector Plastic base S h UNLOCK Bulb retaining ring AELO76 A
246. tomatic transmission fluid ATF Driving with automatic transmission Travel See registering your vehicle in another country Trip odometer Turn signal SWitCh 00 eee 2 15 U Under seat storage tray Uniform tire quality grading V Vanity M FTON mrcinirnisncninsana 3 19 Vehicle dimensions and weights 10 8 Vehicle identification cceeeeeeees 10 9 Vehicle identification number VIN 10 9 Vehicle identification number VIN plate 10 9 Vehicle loading information 000 10 12 Vehicle recovery ccscescessecssseseeesseneees 6 14 VONUIALOMS i cces csc0icercesscdsencacsssssecotessaseassensdoes 4 2 Ww Warning Air bag warning light 1 23 Hazard warning flasher switch 2 16 Theft Wanning sree aa 2 10 Warning labels for SRS cee 1 23 Warning indicator lights and chimes 2 6 Weights See dimensions and weights 10 8 Wheels and tires cccssescsseerseees 10 8 8 26 Wheell tire size se sesesseeeesreesereeseeeseees 10 8 When traveling or registering your vehicle IN another COUNLY ccseccseccseseesseesseessees Window washer fluid Windows Locking passengers windows 2 21 Manual rear Windows c cceeeeee 2 22 Power rear WINdOWS eceeeeeeeee 2 23 Power WINKOWS c cceeseseeeeseeeeees 2 20 Windshield wiper and washer switch
247. transmission fluid ATF 8 8 Temperature conditions for checking ATF 8 8 Power steering fluid ee eeeeeeeseeeeeneeeeeeeeeeneees 8 9 Brake fluid aesa ita nda 8 10 Window washer fluid ccceseceseceeeeseeeeeseeeees 8 10 Batieny sits ne ieiaai rend E RT 8 11 JUMP startin gistinen ra 8 12 Drive Belsin intoto ti sesia 8 12 Spark plug replacement 00 ee eeeeeeeeeeeeteeeeeteeees 8 12 Air cleaner housing filter a e 8 13 Wiper Dlade S 2 icccncscciccsstceesscecsesercessceceensccennntes diy 8 15 Parking brake CheCK c ccceseceseeeeeseeeeeeseees 8 16 Brake pedal rpk ia epeceveecepe sere aeeees 8 17 Brake DOOStE arenae s hatte aati vetee teeing 8 18 Fuses and fusible links sscccsseseeeeceeeeseees 8 18 Light OUIDS s cncsscics caseeceeededsoctesscentesoceenedeeensenceneety 8 20 Headlights ission 8 20 Bulb replacement icini 8 22 Wheels and tires ssiri 8 26 Types Of UES iriiria aciei 8 27 WIRGs CMI emn n A AON 8 28 MAINTENANCE PRECAUTIONS When performing any inspection or mainte nance work on your vehicle always take care to prevent serious accidental injury to yourself or damage to the vehicle The following are general precautions which should be closely observed A WARNING e Park the vehicle on a level surface apply the parking brake securely and block the wheels to prevent the ve hicle from moving Move the gear shift lever to N neutral e Be sure the ignition key
248. trolS ccceeeeeeeeeeeeteeeeeeees 4 23 Rear audio Comntrols ccsesccessereseeeeeseceeeeseees 4 24 CB radio or Car PhOne ecceeceeeeeeeeeteeeneeeneeeee 4 25 VENTILATORS Center ventilators Open close and adjust the air flow direction of ventilators AHA0590 A This symbol indicates a vent is closed K ill 4 2 This symbol indicates a vent is open when the vent switch is rotated down ward ill when the vent switch is rotated up ward Heater air conditioner and audio systems Side ventilators Open close and adjust the air flow direction of ventilators This symbol indicates a vent is closed when the vent switch is moved to the left This symbol indicates a vent is open when the vent switch is moved to the right HEATER AND AIR CONDITIONER manual A WARNING e The air conditioner cooling function operates only when the engine is running e Do not leave children unreliable adults or pets alone in your vehicle On hot sunny days temperatures in a closed vehicle could quickly be come high enough to cause severe or possibly fatal injuries to people or animals e Do not use the recirculation mode for long periods as it may cause the interior air to become stale and the windows to fog up e Positioning of the heater and air con ditioner controls should not be done while driving in order that full atten tion
249. ug it forward to make sure it is securely held in place 7 Check that the retractor is in the automatic locking mode by trying to pull more belt out of the retractor If you cannot pull any more belt webbing out of the retractor the belt is in the automatic locking mode 8 Check to make sure the child restraint is properly secured prior to each use If the belt is not locking repeat steps 4 through Te Three passenger bench seat in third row child restraint placement Anchor Tongue and 7 bracket buckle fastened APD0836 INSTALLATION ON THREE PASSENGER BENCH SEAT IN THIRD ROW A child restraint with a top tether strap may be placed on the three passenger bench seat when the bench seat is in the third row location Once the child restraint is properly secured to the seat see Installation at second and third row outboard positions or Installation at three passenger bench seat center position earlier in this section fol low the directions below to attach the tether strap to one of the anchor points 1 52 Seats restraints and supplemental air bag systems Tethering to floor When installing a child restraint on the three passenger bench seat in the third row position first install the floor anchor bracket available at an authorized NISSAN dealer to the provided anchor point To gain ac cess to an anchor point cut along the U shaped anchor point indicators on the floor carpeting of
250. uge DI1017M 1 Disconnect the spark plug cables from the spark plugs When disconnecting always hold the boots not the cables 2 Remove the spark plugs with a spark plug socket The plug socket has a rub ber seal that holds the spark plug so it does not fall when it is pulled out Make sure each spark plug is snugly fitted into the plug socket 3 Check the gap on each new spark plug with a feeler gauge The spark plug gap is shown in the Technical and consumer information section of this manual Ad just it as required Fit the new plugs one at a time into the spark plug socket and install them Turn each plug several full turns by hand then tighten with the spark plug socket to the correct torque Do not overtighten Spark plug tightening torque 14 to 22 ft lb 20 to 29 N m Holding the boot re connect each high tension cable to its proper spark plug by pushing it on until you feel a snap AIR CLEANER HOUSING FILTER ADIO579 The filter should not be cleaned and reused Replace it according to the maintenance intervals shown in the Maintenance sec tion of this manual When replacing the filter unclip the four clamps and remove the filter Wipe the inside of the air cleaner housing and the cover with a damp cloth when replacing filter Do it yourself 8 13 WARNING e Operating the engine with the air cleaner off can cause you or others to be b
251. urn the fan control dial to the desired speed 3 Move the temperature control dial to the desired position When the y button is pushed the air conditioner automatically turns on to de fog the windshield however the light does not illuminate unless illuminated in the previously selected mode and the air recirculation mode automatically turns off Operating tips e Keep windows and sun roof closed while the air conditioner is in operation 4 6 Heater air conditioner and audio systems e After parking in the sun drive for two or three minutes with the windows open to vent hot air from the passenger compart ment Then close the windows This allows the air conditioner to cool the interior more quickly e The air conditioning system should be operated for about ten minutes at least once a month This helps pre vent damage to the system due to lack of lubrication f the engine coolant temperature gauge exceeds the H hot position turn the air conditioner off See If your vehicle over heats in the In case of emergency section for additional information AIR FLOW CHARTS The following charts show the button and dial positions for MAXIMUM AND QUICK heating cooling or defrosting The air recir culation switch should always be in the off position for heating and defrosting Defrosting Fan Air control control dial buttons Air conditioner button Air recirculation Temperature
252. urned The air cleaner not only cleans the air it stops flame if the engine backfires If it isn t there and the engine backfires you could be burned Don t drive with it off and be careful working on the engine with the air cleaner off e Never pour fuel into the throttle body or attempt to start the engine with the air cleaner removed Doing so could result in serious injury 8 14 Do it yourself WIPER BLADES Lift up the wiper blade f Remove the wiper blade NI ON ADI1022 CLEANING If your windshield is not clear after using the windshield washer or if the wiper blade chatters when running wax or other mate rial may be on the blade or windshield Clean the outside of the windshield with a washer solution or a mild detergent Your windshield is clean if beads do not form when rinsing with clear water Clean the blade by wiping it with a cloth soaked in a washer solution or a mild deter gent Then rinse the blade with clear water If your windshield is still not clear after cleaning the blades and using the wipers replace the blades REPLACEMENT 1 Lift the wiper arm away from the wind shield 2 Push the tab then move the wiper blade down the wiper arm to remove 3 Remove the wiper blade 4 Insert the new wiper blade onto the wiper arm until it clicks into place CAUTION e After wiper blade replacement re turn the wiper ar
253. ust moisture and smoke may enter the headlight body and affect the performance of the head light Do it yourself 8 21 BULB REPLACEMENT Bulb No Headlight semi sealed beam High Low 65 55 9007 HB5 Front combination light Front side marker light 3 8 194 Parking Cornering 8 25 27 Front turn signal light 27 Rear combination light Turn signal 27 Stop Tail 27 Back up light 27 Rear side marker light 3 8 License plate light 3 8 High mounted stop light Interior lights 12 Personal reading light 9 8 Luggage compartment light 12 Steplight 3 8 Spotlight 10 8 22 Do it yourself Interior light Headlight Steplight Front turn signal light Front combination light High mounted stop light light Luggage compartment light Rear combination Back up light light Rear side marker 40 lt gt REMOVE Oo cP INSTALL ADI0044 ADI0577 Replacement procedures All lights except for headlights are either type A B C or D When replacing a bulb first remove the lens and or cover Do it yourself 8 23 Type C Back up light Steplight PUSH to remove PRY UP to remove Type C ADI0049 8 24 Do it yourself Front turn signal light Front combination light REMOVE front grill assembly TypeC Typec Spotlight CLOSE OPEN 9 oem LEFT VENT SUNROOF RIGHT VENT CLOSE OPEN LEFT VENT SUNROOF RIGH
254. ven by the engine to aid steering If the engine stops or the drive belt breaks you still have control of the vehicle How ever much greater steering effort is needed especially in sharp turns and at low speeds A WARNING If the engine is not running or is turned off while driving the power assist for the steering will not work Steering will be much harder to operate 5 14 Starting and driving BRAKE SYSTEM The brake system has two separate hydrau lic circuits If one circuit develops a problem you will still have braking at two wheels Vacuum assisted brake The brake booster aids braking by using engine vacuum If the engine stops you can stop the vehicle by depressing the brake pedal However greater foot pressure on the brake pedal is required to stop the vehicle and stopping distance is longer Wet brakes When the vehicle is washed or driven through water the brakes may get wet As a result your braking distance is longer and the vehicle may pull to one side during braking To dry the brakes drive the vehicle at a safe speed while lightly pressing the brake pedal to heat up the brakes Do this until the brakes return to normal Avoid driving the vehicle at high speeds until the brakes function correctly Using the brakes Avoid resting your foot on the brake pedal while driving This overheats the brakes wears out the brake linings and pads faster and reduces fuel economy To help save the
255. vice should be performed with the wheels off the vehicle Spin balanc ing the front wheels on the vehicle could lead to transmission damage Do it yourself 8 29 Care of wheels Wash the wheels when washing the ve hicle to maintain their appearance Clean the inner side of the wheels when the wheel is changed or the underside of the vehicle is washed Do not use abrasive cleaners when washing the wheels Inspect wheel rims regularly for dents or corrosion Such damage may cause loss of pressure or poor seal at the tire bead NISSAN recommends waxing the road wheels to protect against road salt in areas where it is used during winter Spare tire T type spare tire Observe the following precautions if the T type spare tire must be used otherwise your vehicle could be damaged or involved in an accident amp WARNING e The T type spare tire should be used only for emergency It should be re placed by the standard tire at the first opportunity 8 30 Do it yourself Drive carefully while the T type spare tire is installed Avoid sharp turns and abrupt braking while driving Periodically check tire inflation pres sure and always keep it at 60 psi 420 kP 4 2 bar Do not drive your vehicle at speeds faster than 50 MPH 80 km h When driving on roads covered with snow or ice the T type spare tire should be used on the rear wheel and the original tire used on the front wheels drive wheels Use tire c
256. witch the hood is opened e the ignition is placed into the ACC ON or START position without the key in the ignition How to stop the alarm The alarm stops only by unlocking a door with the key or by pressing the gj button on the multi remote controller The alarm does not stop if the ignition key is turned to the ACC or ON position If the system does not operate as de scribed above have it checked by an authorized NISSAN dealer WINDSHIELD WIPER AND WASHER SWITCH ROTATE to desired speed AICO561 To operate the wipers intermittently adjust the knob between the S slow and F fast positions For continuous operation select LO or HI To operate the washer press on the end of the wiper knob For more washer fluid push and hold the end of the wiper knob The wipers cycle a few times when the washer is activated The washer operates in any of the wiper positions Instruments and controls 2 11 AICO559 A CAUTION The following could damage the washer system e Do not operate the washer continu ously for more than 30 seconds e Do not operate the washer if the reservoir tank is empty A WARNING In freezing temperatures the washer solution may freeze on the windshield 2 12 Instruments and controls and obscure your vision which may lead to an accident Warm the wind shield with the defroster before you wash the windshield REAR WINDOW WIPER AND WASHER SWITCHE

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