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1996 Nissan Altima Owners Manual

1. CRUISE This light comes on while the vehicle speed is controlled by the cruise control system If the CRUISE indicator blinks have the sys tem checked by your NISSAN dealer 1 7 SECU vy Theft warning light If so equipped This light is used to verify theft warning system activation For further info see Theft Warning later in this chapter Key reminder chime The chime will sound if the driver side 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 will sound when the driver side door is opened if the light switch is turned on ignition switch is turned off Turn the light switch off when you leave the vehicle Malfunction foe MIL If the MIL comes on or blinks while the engine is running it may indicate a potential emission control problem indicator light CAUTION e Continued operation without having the emission control system checked and repaired as necessary could lead to poor driveability re duced fuel economy and possible damage to the emission control sys tem which may affect your warranty coverage e Although the vehicle is still drive able see your nearest NISSAN dealer as soon as possible To avoid system damage do not drive at speeds above 45 MPH 72 km h If possible avoid hard acceleration or deceleration If
2. 3 Remove the spark plugs with a spark The air cleaner filter should not be cleaned plug socket and reused Replace it according to the maintenance intervals shown in the Main ro tenance schedule section When replacing ee ft T in Pe E sacs the filter wipe the inside of the air cleaner pu nE filter housing and the cover with a damp eee is snugly fitted into the plug cloth socket The plug socket has a rubber seal that 4 Check the gap on each new spark plug with a feeler gauge Use only the speci fied spark plugs The spark plug gap is shown in the Technical and consumer information section Adjust it as re quired 7 15 A WARNING Operating the engine with the air cleaner off can cause you or others to be burned 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 WIPER BLADES 1 CLEANING If your windshield is not clear after using the windshield washer or if a wiper blade chat ters when running wax or other material may be on the blade or windshield Clean the outside of the windshield with a washer solution or a mild detergent Your windshield is clean if beads do not form when rinsing with clear water Clean each blade by wiping it with a cloth soaked in a washer solution or a mild deter gent
3. 9 18 Engine Before starting the engine 4 5 Capacities and recommended fUCMUDICANS irsinin 9 2 Changing engine coolant 7 5 Changing engine oil 7 8 Changing engine oil filter ee 7 9 Checking engine coolant level Checking engine oil level cee Engine compartment check locations 7 3 Engine coolant temperature gauge 1 4 Engine cooling system eee 7 4 Engine Ol isccssscrssscvscsscccsesesesevesversesravestess 7 7 Engine oil and oil filter recommendation 9 4 Engine oil pressure warning light 1 5 Engine oil viscosity ee 9 5 Engine serial number as 99 Engine specifications ee 9 7 Starting the Engine eee eeeeeeeeees 4 9 Exhaust gas carbon monoxide 0 4 2 F Flashers See hazard warning flasher switch Flat tie ccsscessccssccsssceasscvecececsscvsrveuseveserssens obec 5 2 Floor mat positioning eee eeeeee 6 4 Fluid checking Automatic transmission fluid ATF 7 9 Brake and clutch fluid s Engine coolants Engine Oil ccsctisceveseicccusctecscctveeneatstnacricenec Power steering fluid ssecseceesees Window washer fluid F M V S S certification label Front fog light switch ese Front S ala Fuel Capacities and recommended fu llubricamtS ieee ts cevesteeeenesbeiieees 9 2 Fuel GCoNOMY srra 4 13 Fuel filler cap Fuel filler lid lock operation 2 7 Fuel oc
4. Use these buttons for manual tuning To move quickly through the channels hold either of the tuning buttons down for more than 1 5 seconds SEEK SCAN buttons SEEK tuning Push the SEEK SCAN tuning button A or for less than 1 5 seconds SEEK tuning begins from low to high frequencies or high to low frequencies depending on which button is pressed and stops at the next broadcasting station Once the highest broadcasting station is reached the radio will continue in the SEEK mode at the lowest broadcasting station If using the z button once the lowest broadcast ing g station is reached the radio will continue in the SEEK mode at the highest broad casting station Pushing the button again will continue the SEEK function SCAN tuning Push the SEEK SCAN tuning button or 3 for more than 1 5 seconds SCAN tuning begins from low to high frequencies or high to low frequencies depending on which button is pressed SCAN tuning stops at each broadcasting station for five sec onds Pushing the button again during this five second period will stop SCAN tuning and the radio will remain tuned to that station Select SCAN MANUAL select pai i og SEEKISCAN FR Push gioi PUSHING Confirm Indicator will come on AHA0503 Station memory operations Six stations can be set for each band 1 Tune to the desired station 2 Push the de
5. x 100 9 to 11 Total trailer load T11011M Your new vehicle was designed to be used primarily to carry passengers and cargo Remember that towing a trailer will place additional loads on your vehicle s engine drive train steering braking and other sys tems Information on trailer towing ability and the special equipment required should be ob tained from your NISSAN dealer He can obtain a Nissan Trailer Towing Guide for you Maximum load limits Maximum trailer loads Never allow the total trailer load to exceed 1 000 Ib 454 kg The total trailer load equals trailer weight plus its cargo weight Towing loads greater than 1 000 Ib 454 kg or using improper towing equipment could adversely affect vehicle handling braking and performance A WARNING Vehicle damage and or personal injury resulting from improper towing proce dures is not covered by NISSAN warran ties Information on trailer towing and required towing equipment should be ob tained from dealers who specialize in pro viding trailers or other towing equipment 9 14 Lae Gross vehicle weight O T Gross axle weight TI1012M 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 Maximum gross vehicle weight maximum gross axle weight The gross vehicle weight of the towing vehicle must no
6. 9 19 CAPACITIES AND RECOMMENDED FUEL LUBRICANTS The following are approximate capacities The actual refill capacities may be a little different When refilling follow the procedure described in the Do it yourself operations section to determine the proper refill capacity Capacity Approximate US Imp Recommended Specifications measure measure Liter Fuel 15 7 8 13 1 4 60 Unleaded gasoline with an octane rating gal gal of at least 87 AKI RON 91 1 Engine oil Refill With oil filter 4 qt 3 3 8 qt 3 8 Ae SG or SH and Energy Conserving II Without oil filter 3 3 4 qt 3 1 8 qt 3 5 API Certification Mark 2 Cooling system With reservoir 8 1 4 qt 6 7 8 qt 7 8 Anti freeze coolant Reservoir 3 4 qt 5 8 qt 0 7 Ethylene glycol base Manual transmission gear oil API GL 4 3 Automatic transmission fluid Power steering fluid section Brake and clutch fluid Refill to the proper level ac cording to the instructions in the Do it yourself operations Nissan Matic D Continental U S and Alaska or Genuine Nissan Automatic Transmission Fluid Canada 4 Type DEXRON II or equivalent Genuine Nissan Brake Fluid 5 or equivalent DOT 3 US FMVSS No 116 Multi purpose grease Air conditioning system refrigerant NLGI No 2 Lithium Complex HFC 134a R 134a 6 Air conditioning system lubricant 1 For further details see Fuel recommendation N
7. Low gear Use this position when climbing steep hills slowly or driving slowly through deep snow sand or mud or for maximum engine brak ing on steep downhill grades Do not shift into the 1 position at speeds over 74 MPH 119 km h Do not exceed 41 MPH 66 km h in the 1 position Accelerator downshift In D position For rapid passing or hill climbing fully de press the accelerator pedal to the floor This shifts the transmission down into 2 Sec ond gear or 1 Low gear depending on the vehicle speed PUSH Ay d g OFF ASD0511 Overdrive switch ON For normal driving push the over drive switch ON with the shift lever in the D position The transmission will shift into OVERDRIVE as the vehicle speed increases The overdrive will not engage until the engine has warmed up OFF For driving up and down long slopes where engine braking would be advantageous push the switch OFF When cruising at a low speed or climbing a gentle slope you may feel uncomfortable shift shocks as the transmission shifts between 3rd and overdrive repeatedly In this case set the overdrive switch in the OFF position The O D OFF indicator light on the instrument panel will come on at this time When driving conditions change reset the overdrive switch to the ON position Remember not to drive at high speeds for extended periods of time with the overdrive switch set in the
8. amp WARNING e The automatic locking mode should be used only for child seat installa tion During normal seat belt use by a passenger the locking mode should not be activated If it is acti vated it may cause uncomfortable seat belt tension Unfastening the belts To unfasten the belt press the button on the buckle The seat belt will automatically re tract 2 20 Checking seat belt operation 3 point type with retractor Your seat belt retractors are designed to lock belt movement using two separate methods 1 When the belt is pulled quickly from the retractor 2 When the vehicle slows down rapidly To increase your confidence in the 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 your NISSAN dealer a PD1321 Shoulder belt height adjustment For front seats The shoulder belt anchor height should be adjusted to the position best for you See Precautions on Seat Belt Usage To ad just squeeze the release buttons and then move it 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 of your shoulder A WARNING After adjustment release the buttons and try to move it
9. 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 noti fying NISSAN If NHTSA receives similar complaints it may open an investigation and if it finds that a safety defect exists in a group of vehicles it may order a recall and remedy campaign However NHTSA cannot 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 Washington D C area or write to NHTSA U S Department of Transportation Washington D C 20590 You can also obtain other information 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 808 531 0231 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 E justment procedures this manual is the same G S one used by the factory trained technicians working at your Nissan dealership Also avail IN AS DE able are Genuine NISSAN Owner s Manuals For current pricing and availability of a Genu ine NISSAN Service Manual
10. The master key can be used for all the locks A key number plate is supplied with your key Record the key number on the key number plate and keep it in a safe place such as your wallet NOT IN THE CAR NISSAN does not record key numbers so it is very important to keep track of your key number plate A key number is only necessary when you have lost all keys and do not have one to duplicate from If you still have a key this key can be duplicated by your NISSAN dealer or a locksmith shop E Q UNLOCK PD1305 MANUAL DOOR LOCK To lock the front doors from the outside turn the key toward the front of the vehicle To unlock turn it toward the rear 2 2 UNLOCKED _ APD0520 To lock a door from inside the vehicle press the lock lever located above the door handle until it is flush with the door panel To unlock pull the lock lever to its outer position Driver s side NEUTRAL UNLOCK 1 yy DOOR UNLOCK 2 ALL DOORS D Front APD0528 POWER DOOR LOCK The power door lock system allows you to lock or unlock all doors simultaneously Turning the front door key to the front of the vehicle will lock all doors Turning the front door key one time to the rear of the vehicle will unlock the corre sponding door From that position returning the key to Neutral where the key can only be removed and inserted and turning it to the rear again within 5 seconds will un
11. button Fe Few When the FF fast forward or REW rewind button is pushed while the compact disc is being played the compact disc will play while fast forwarding or rewinding When the button is released the compact disc will return to normal play speed Automatic Program Search FF APS REW button 4 APS 4 When the APS FF button is pushed while the compact disc is being played the pro gram following the present one will start to play from its beginning Push several times to skip through programs The compact disc will advance the number of times the button is pushed When the last program on the compact disc is skipped through the first program will be played When the APS REW button is pushed the APS program being played returns to its begin ning Push several times to skip back through programs The compact disc will go back the number of times the button is pushed PROG program button 3 When this button is pushed while the com pact disc is being played the play pattern will change as follows ALL All the programs will be played repeat edly in sequence 1 Only one program the one being played when the PROG button is pushed will be repeated RANDOM Programs will be played at ran dom not following the sequence on the compact disc The same program may be repeated twice C no mark All the programs will be played in sequenc
12. ei CE1079 Getting the spare tire and tools iP Open the trunk Lift the trunk floor carpet ing and spare tire cover Remove the tool bag and the spare tire Use either end of the jack rod found in the tool bag to loosen the spare tire hold down bolt Push the release clip on the jack access door Pull the jack access door open To re move the jack turn the jack screw coun terclockwise Use either end of the jack rod found in the tool bag to loosen the jack from its storage position Close the jack access door When the spare tire is installed on the vehicle place the damaged tire in the storage area Put the jack rod in the tool bag and place the tool bag in the storage area Place the spare tire cover and the trunk floor carpeting over the damaged tire Install the jack in its storage area and tighten the jack screw Close the jack access door Close the trunk TURN to remove 7 PULL to open 4 a sm ASD0021 5 3 D Or CE1003M Blocking wheels Place suitable blocks at both the front and back of the wheel diagonally opposite the flat tire to prevent the vehicle from rolling when it is jacked up A WARNING Be sure to block the wheel as the ve hicle may move and could cause per sonal injury Type A Jack rod PUSH to remove Type B Cloth Jack rod to remove ACE0510 Removing whe
13. INSTRUMENT BRIGHTNESS CONTROL 1C1030 The cornering light provides additional illu mination toward the turning direction on some models The light on the turning direc tion side will come on when the turn signal lever is moved to the right or left with the headlights on BRIGHTEN DARKEN IC1269 The instrument brightness control operates when the light switch is in the ZDA or ZC position Turn the control to adjust the brightness of instrument panel lights NOTE For vehicles with the clock located in the instrument panel if so equipped the instrument brightness control function has no effect on the brightness of the clock FRONT FOG LIGHT SWITCH If so equipped HAZARD WARNING FLASHER SWITCH IC1292 To turn the fog lights on turn the switch toward the front of the vehicle to the 4D position To turn them off turn the switch toward the back of the vehicle to the OFF position The low beam headlight function must be on for the fog lights to operate The fog lights will automatically turn off whenever the high beam headlight function is se lected APN D JEN ON OFF 1C1271 Push the switch on to warn other drivers when you must stop or park under emer gency conditions All turn signal lights will flash WARNING e When stalled or stopped on the road way under emergency conditions move the vehicle well off the road e Do
14. and or M amp S on the tire sidewall Snow tires have better snow traction than All Season tires and may be more appropriate in some areas Summer tires NISSAN specifies summer tires on some models to provide superior performance on dry roads Summer tire performance in snow and ice will be substantially reduced Summer tires do not have the tire traction rating M amp S on the tire sidewall If you plan to operate your vehicle in snowy or icy conditions NISSAN recommends the use of SNOW or ALL SEASON tires on all four wheels Snow tires If snow tires are needed it is necessary to select tires equivalent in size and load rating to the original equipment tires If you do not it can adversely affect the safety and han dling of your vehicle Generally snow tires will 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 For additional traction on icy roads studded tires may be used However some prov inces and states prohibit their use Check local state and provincial laws before in 7 29 stalling studded tires Skid and traction ca pabilities of studded snow tires on wet or dry surfaces may be poorer than that of non studded snow tires Tire chains Use of tire chains may be prohibited accord ing to location Check the local laws before installing tire chains When installing ti
15. e Do not stand up or extend any por tion of your body out of the opening while driving 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 1 17 a F PULL to remove 4 spotlight unit AIC0519 IF THE SUNROOF DOES NOT CLOSE CAUTION Turn the ignition key to the OFF position 1 Remove the spotlight unit The shaft end of the sunroof motor will be visible 2 Using a 5mm 0 20 in hex wrench turn the shaft clockwise to close the sunroof Have the sunroof system checked and re paired by your NISSAN dealer CLOCK INSTRUMENT PANEL If so equipped INTERIOR LIGHT c3 c M H button Cs H M button AIC0500 The digital clock displays time when the ignition key is in ACC or ON If the power supply is disconnected the clock will not indicate the correct time Readjust the time Adjusting the time Push the H button to adjust the hour Push the M button to adjust the minute NOTE The clock displays 12 hour time with no AM PM indications 1C1235M The interior light will operate regardless of ignition key position The interior light has a three position switch When the switch is in the OFF position the interior light will not illuminate re gardless of door position When the switch is in the center O
16. position the interior light will illuminate when a door is opened When the switch is in the ON position the interior light will illuminate whether any door is open or closed NOTE Leaving the interior light switch in the ON position for extended periods of time will result in a discharged battery SPOTLIGHT If so equipped Type A PUSH ON OFF 1C1019 Type B A ci PUSH ON OFF 1C1278 TRUNK LIGHT The light illuminates when the trunk lid is opened When the trunk lid is closed the light will go off 2 Pre driving checks and adjustments Koy ina AT eed 2 2 DOO IOCKS RERE E E 2 2 Hood release ceseeeeseeeeeeeececeeseeeseeeeeeeeeeenenees 2 5 Eoc 010 Geer 2 5 Trunk lid lock operation 2 6 Fuel filler lid lock operation eeeeeceee 2 7 aTa ETE E AA EE E A 2 9 Rearsedh or oepa NETE 2 11 Supplemental restraint system air bag system 2 12 Warming label Sissing 2 15 Air bag warning light eee eeeeeeseeeeeeneeeeeees 2 16 Seat DEMS orenian iina 2 17 Child restraints for infants and small children 2 23 Tilting steering wheel 00 eee eeeeeeeeeeeeeeneeeteees 2 30 Outside mirror remote control c ccccceeeeees 2 30 Outside MIFOLS cceceeeeeececceceeeeeeeeeececseeeeeeereeas 2 30 Inside Mirror rrr 2 31 Vanity mirror If so equipped eters 2 31 KEY DOOR LOCKS Master key EOE ean an Key number plate APD0512
17. without starting the engine The following lights will come on Ei O OF BRAKE E7 5 Gek 5 The following lights come on briefly and then go off aps or e5 AR 9 If any light fails to come on it may indicate a burned out bulb or an open circuit in the Seat belt warning light Low washer fluid warning light Canada only s Overdrive off indicator light Anti lock brake warning light Malfunction indicator light emission system electrical system Have the system repaired promptly 3 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 a NISSAN dealer or other authorized repair shop Run ning the engine with the oil pressure warning light on could cause serious damage to the engine 1 5 pg Engine oil pressure warning light CRUISE CRUISE indicator light AIR BAG Air bag warning light Rear window defogger indicator light Ka Theft warning light If so equipped 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 opera tions section Charge warning light If this light comes on while the engine is running it may
18. 106 mm 4 17 in H C M M main axis of light 7 23 H Horizontal center line of headlamps ons MG 100 40 1 6 40 1 6 KG Acceptable range Unit mm in ADIO505 Even if the horizontal indicator does not align with the indicator line or the bubble is not centered in the water level after aiming by the chart it is acceptable if they are within the OK ranges BULB REPLACEMENT Item Wattage W Bulb No Headlight Semi sealed beam High Low Cornering light Front park light Front park light Front turn signal light Front side marker light Front fog light Rear combination light Turn signal Stop Tail Back up Rear side marker light License plate light High mounted stop light Interior light Front personal light Trunk light Glove box light if so equipped 1 Models with cornering light 2 Models without cornering light 7 24 60 55 27 8 5 27 3 8 55 27 27 3 8 5 13 8 10 3 4 3 4 HB2 1157 168 1156NA 194 113 1156NA 1157 1156 194 168 912 Front personal light Interior light aT Front fog light Front turn signal light O High mounted stop light Trunk light License plate light Rear side marker light Rear combination light Front side marker light Cornering light clearance light High mounted stop light ADI0527 7 25 Co REMOVE INSTALL Replace
19. 2 16 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 ignition key should always be in the LOCK position when working under the hood or inside the vehicle amp WARNING e Once the supplemental air bag in flates the air bag module will not function again and must be re placed The supplemental air bag module cannot be repaired e After a supplemental air bag inflates the front instrument panel assembly should be replaced by your NISSAN dealer if damaged 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 or replaced if the supple mental air bag has inflated e When selling your vehicle we re quest that you inform the buyer about the supplemental air bag system and guide the buyer to the appropriate sections in this Owner s Manual 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 dis posal procedures are set forth in the appropriate NISSAN Service Manual Incorrect disposal procedures could cause personal injury SEAT BELTS PRECAUTIONS ON SEAT BELT USAGE If you are wearing your seat belt properly adjusted your chances of being injured or killed in an accident and or the severity of injury ma
20. A WARNING Head restraints should be adjusted properly as they may provide signifi cant protection against whiplash in jury Do not remove them 2 10 PULL to open Armrest PD1320 REAR SEAT tion you are able to gain access to the trunk Center armrest and tray Pull the armrest forward until it is horizontal Then release the lever inset and pull the tray forward With the armrest in this posi SUPPLEMENTAL RESTRAINT SYSTEM AIR BAG SYSTEM This Supplemental Restraint System sec tion contains important information concern ing the driver and passenger air bags The Supplemental Restraint System Air Bag can help reduce impact force to the driver and to the front passenger in certain frontal colli sions The air bags are designed to supple ment the crash protection provided by the driver and front passenger seat belts and are not a substitute for them 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 The supplemental air bags will operate only when the ignition switch is in the ON or START position amp WARNING The supplemental air bags ordinarily will not inflate in the event of a side impact rear impact roll over or lower severity frontal collision so always wear your seat belts to h
21. A WARNING e Only NISSAN belt extenders made by the same company which made the original equipment belts 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 belt webbings apply a mild soap solution or any solution recom mended for cleaning upholstery or car pets Then brush the webbing wipe it with a cloth and allow it to dry in the shade Do not allow the belts to retract until they are completely dry e Periodically check to see that the belt and the metal components such 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 belt assembly should be replaced 2 23 CHILD RESTRAINTS FOR INFANTS AND SMALL CHILDREN amp WARNING Infants and small children should al ways be placed in an appropriate child restraint while riding in the vehicle Failure to use a child restraint can re sult in serious injury or death Children and infants should never be carried on your lap It is not possible for even the strongest adult to resist the forces of a severe accident The child could be crushed between the adult and parts of the vehicle Also do not put the same seat belt around both your child and yourself In general child res
22. 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 9 3 of at least 87 or 91 AKI Anti Knock Index number However you may use unleaded gasoline with an octane rating as low as 85 AKI Anti Knock Index number in high alti tude areas over 4 000 ft 1 219 m such as Colorado Montana New Mexico Utah Wyoming northeastern Nevada southern Idaho western South Dakota western Ne braska and that 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 your dealer correct the condition Failure to correct the condition is misuse of the vehicle for which NISSAN is no
23. In the released position the knobs control tone quality Turn the control knobs to adjust BASS and TREB to the most pleasing level From the released position the knobs must be pulled out in order to control FADER and BAL FADER adjusts the sound level be 3 13 ee ON OFF pusH TREB R ae TURN to control BAL amp FADER BASS tween the front and rear speakers and BAL adjusts the sound level between the right and left speakers Once sound quality is set to the desired levels return the control knobs to the stowed position by pushing them in com pletely and releasing Cassette tape operation Turn the ignition key to ACC or ON then carefully insert the cassette tape into the tape door The cassette tape will automatically pull into the player The word TAPE and an arrow indicating tape side will illuminate in the display window Do not force the cassette tape into the tape door Pressing strongly could cause player damage The cassette tape will automatically change directions to play the other side when the first side is completed At this time the arrow in the display window will change direction e To maintain good quality sound NIS SAN recommends that you use cas sette 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 moist
24. Never remove the radiator cap when the engine is hot Serious burns could be caused by high pressure fluid escaping from the radiator Perform following procedure to open the heater water cock Automatic air conditioning a Turn ignition switch from OFF to ON b Within 5 seconds after ignition switch is turned ON press the automatic air conditioning OFF switch for at least 5 seconds c Press A HOT switch 3 times d Press tt7 DEF switch 2 times Make sure that the A C display indicates 43 Wait 10 seconds before turning ignition switch OFF Manual air conditioning Turn ignition switch ON and set tem perature control lever to the maximum hot position Wait 10 seconds then turn switch OFF Open the radiator drain plug Open the drain plug on the engine water pipe Open the radiator cap to drain the cool ant Flush the cooling system by running fresh water through the radiator Close the radiator drain plug and the drain plug on the engine water pipe se curely See the Technical and consumer infor mation section for cooling system ca pacity Fill the radiator slowly with the proper mixture of coolant and water Fill the reservoir tank up to the MAX level Open and close the air release plug to release air Then fill the radiator again and install the radiator cap DI1351 8 Start the
25. Otherwise your vehicle may be damaged and or ve hicle handling and performance may be adversely affected Never install tire chains on T type and small size spare tires Do not use the 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 A sturdy flat board to be placed under the jack to give it firm support A shovel to dig the vehicle out of snow drifts Extra window washer fluid to refill the reservoir tank Driving on snow or ice Wet ice 32 F 0 C and freezing rain very cold snow or ice can be slick and very hard to drive on The vehicle will have 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 and accelerate gently If accel erated too fast the drive wheels will spin and will lose even more traction Allow more stopping distance under these conditions Braking should be started sooner than on dry pavement Allow greater following distances on slippery roads Watch for slippery spots glare ice These may appear on an otherwise clear road in shaded areas If a patch of ice is seen ahead brake before reaching it Try not to brake while actually on the ice and avoid any sudden steering
26. The wipers cycle twice when the washer is activated 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 dry A WARNING In freezing temperatures the washer solution may freeze on the windshield and obscure your vision Warm the windshield with the defroster before you wash the windshield REAR WINDOW DEFOGGER SWITCH Log PUSH ON OFF 1C1267 To defog the rear window glass start the engine and push the rear window defogger switch on The rear window defogger indi cator light in the meter will come on Push the switch again to turn the defogger off It will automatically turn off in approximately 15 minutes amp CAUTION When cleaning the inner side of the window be careful not to scratch or damage the electrical conductors 1 10 NOTE On some vehicles the top few rows of wires on the rear window are not part of the rear window defogging system These wires if so equipped make up the diversity antenna for the audio system HEADLIGHT AND TURN SIGNAL SWITCH Type A Light switch Headlight beam selector passing signal switch Turn signal Lane change signal switch Position gD Passing signal Type B Light switch Turn signal Lane change signal switch Headlight beam selector passing signal switch Position 3D GE AIC0505 lights will come on and all the other lights rem
27. amount of oil can damage the en gine and such damage is not cov ered by warranty e It is normal to add some oil between oil maintenance intervals or during the break in period depending on the severity of operating conditions Oil filler of ae ae W case dy J i S AA Drain plug Front LOOSEN DI1302 CHANGING ENGINE OIL 1 Park the vehicle on a level surface and apply the parking brake 2 Run the engine until it reaches operating temperature and then turn it off 3 Place a large drain pan under the drain plug 4 Remove the oil filler cap 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 oil filter amp WARNING Be careful not to burn yourself as the engine oil is hot CAUTION Waste oil must be disposed of prop erly Check your local regulations 6 Clean and re install the drain plug and 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 overtighten 7 Refill engine with recommended oil and install the cap securely See the Technical and consumer infor mation section for refill capacity 8 Start the engine 7 8 Check for leakage around the drain plug Correct as required 9 Turn the engine off and wait several minutes Check the oil level with th
28. length of time e Keep the trunk lid closed while driv ing otherwise exhaust gases could be drawn into the passenger com partment If you must drive in this manner for some reason take the following steps 1 Open all the windows 2 Set the air recirculation switch to OFF and the fan control at 4 high to circulate the air e lf electrical wiring or other cable connections must pass to a trailer through the seal on the trunk lid or 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 4 2 c You notice a change in the sound of the exhaust system d You have had an accident involv ing damage to the exhaust sys tem 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 amp WARNING e The exhaust gas and the exhaust system are very hot While the en gine is running keep people or flam mable materials away from the ex haust pipe e Do not stop or park the vehicle over flammable materials such as dry grass waste paper or rags as they may burn easily T
29. you may severely burn yourself e No unauthorized changes should be made to any components or wiring of the supplemental air bag system This is to prevent accidental inflation of the supplemental air bag or damage to the supplemental air bag system e Tampering with the supplemental air bag system may result in serious personal injury Tampering includes WARNING LABELS changes to the steering wheel and the instrument panel assembly by placing material over the steering wheel pad and above the dashboard or by installing additional trim mate rial around the supplemental air bag system Do not place any objects on the ae Boag steering wheel pad or on the instru located on the surface ment panel Also do not place any of the sunvisor objects between any occupant and 7 the steering wheel or instrument panel Such objects may become dangerous projectiles and cause in jury if the air bag inflates Warning labels about the supplemental air bag system are placed in the vehicle 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 authorized NIS SAN dealer The yellow SRS wiring should not be modified or discon nected Unauthorized electrical test equipment and probing devices should not be used on the supple mental air bag system 2 15 AIR BAG WARNING LIGHT APD0523 The supplement
30. 0 039 to 0 043 1 0 to 1 1 Generator belt size 0 8409 x 52 56 Width x Length in mm 21 36 x 1 335 The spark ignition system of this vehicle meets all require ments of the Canadian Interference Causing Equipment Regu lations 9 7 WHEEL TIRE SIZE Conventional T type Road wheel Steel 15 x 6JJ 15 x 4T Aluminum 15 x 6JJ Offset in mm 1 77 45 1 57 40 Tire size P205 60R15 90H ee With viscous L S D limited slip differential Canada only DIMENSIONS AND WEIGHTS Overall length in mm Overall width in mm Overall height in mm Front tread in mm Rear tread in mm Wheelbase in mm Gross vehicle weight rating Ib kg Gross axle weight rating Front Ib kg Rear Ib kg Sedan 180 5 4 585 67 1 1 705 55 9 1 420 57 7 1 465 57 3 1 455 103 1 2 620 See the F M V S S certification label on the driver side door pillar 9 8 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 rating that is too low may cause engine damage All gasoline vehicles must be operated with unleaded gasoline Therefore avoid taking your ve hicle 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
31. Audio system AM FM radio with cassette player 3 11 AM FM radio with cassette player and compact disc player ee 3 16 Automatic Automatic air conditioner operation 3 8 Automatic power window switch 1 16 Automatic transmission fluid 0 7 9 Driving with automatic transmission 4 6 B AUC Yos nena cov tts ctpasncsastarcentasesecenscrcastacencs 7 13 Before starting the engine 4 5 Belts Brake Anti lock brake system ABS 4 15 Brake and clutch fluid eee 7 11 Brake booster cccccccceeeeessteeeeeeeeeeeeee 7 19 Brake light See stop light Brake pedal cciccccssesccssecscssssecersscreczevesss Brake warning light Brake wear indicators Parking brake check Parking brake operation 4 10 Break in SCNECUIE csccsseccssresseesseeseees 4 12 Bulb check instrument panel Bulb replacement c Capacities and recommended fue MuBriCaNtS s ranen aa 9 2 Cassette player See audio system CB radio or Car Phone iinssiresiiiiiii 3 22 Check engine indicator light See Malfunction indicator light Child restraints for infants and small CHILGKON drainai ateren ases 2 23 Child safety rear door lock eeeeeee 2 4 Cigarette lighter and ashtray 0 00 1 14 Cleaning exterior and interior 0 0 05 6 2 Clock instrument panel Clock radio cesses Clutch pedal Cold we
32. CONDITIONER The cold tire pressure is shown on the tire SPECIFICATION LABEL placard affixed to the center console lid The air conditioner specification label is affixed as shown INSTALLING FRONT LICENSE PLATE J bolt 9 06 i n 230 mm Mounting holes ATI0503 e To determine where to drill the hole shift the bracket to the right and use a felt tip pen to draw an arc along the right side of each mounting hole Next shift the bracket to the left and draw an arc along the left side of each mounting hole 9 12 1 Insert J bolts into the U shaped grooves 2 Temporarily place the bracket in position on the front bumper Be sure to align the curve of the bracket with the curve in the bumper Remove the bracket and connect the arcs to form ovals Mark the point in the center of each oval These are the pilot drilling locations Carefully drill two pilot holes using a 1 8 inch 3 mm drill bit at the marked locations Be sure that the drill only goes through the fascia or damage to the nut may occur Check to be sure that the holes are aligned with the nuts located behind the fascia If you are satisfied that the holes are properly placed use a 5 16 inch 8 mm drill bit to enlarge the holes Use care to only drill through the fascia Install the bracket Install the license plate with bolts that are no longer than 0 55 inch 14 mm The bolts used to faste
33. COOLANT TEMPERATURE GAUGE AND FUEL GAUGE Normai range Engine coolant temperature gauge Empty Full Indicator light AIC0077 Engine coolant temperature gauge The gauge indicates the engine coolant temperature The engine coolant temperature will vary with the outside air temperature and driving conditions CAUTION If the gauge indicates over the normal range stop the vehicle as soon as safely possible If the engine is over heated continued operation of the ve hicle may seriously damage the engine See the In case of emergency section for immediate action required Fuel gauge The gauge indicates the APPROXIMATE fuel level in the tank The gauge may move slightly during brak ing turning acceleration or going up or downhill The gauge needle is designed to hold its position when the ignition key is turned OFF The indicator light comes on when the amount of fuel in the tank is getting low Refuel as soon as it is convenient prefer ably before the gauge reaches E There should be a small reserve of fuel in the tank when the fuel gauge needle reaches E 1 4 WARNING INDICATOR LIGHTS AND CHIMES Brake warning light Turn signal hazard indicator lights High beam indicator light Charge warning light Door open warning light Checking bulbs Apply the parking brake and turn the ignition key to ON
34. OFF position This reduces the fuel economy 4 8 DRIVING WITH MANUAL TRANSMISSION 1 32 D1022 To change gears fully depress the clutch pedal and then move the gearshift lever After shifting release the clutch pedal slowly On the 5 speed transmission model you cannot shift directly from 5th gear into Re verse First shift into Neutral then into Re verse If it is difficult to move the gear shift lever into Reverse or First shift into Neutral then release and depress the clutch pedal again and shift into Reverse or First Driving precautions e Do not rest your foot on the clutch pedal while driving This may cause clutch damage e Stop your vehicle completely before shift ing into reverse When the vehicle is stopped for a dura tion for example at a stop light shift to neutral and release the clutch pedal with the foot brake applied Suggested upshift speeds Shown below are suggested vehicle speeds for shifting into a higher gear These sug gestions relate to fuel economy and vehicle performance Actual upshift speeds will vary according to road conditions the weather and individual driving habits For normal acceleration in low altitude ar eas less than 4 000 ft 1 219 m ACCEL CRUISE Gear change shift point shift point MPH km h MPH km h 1st to 2nd 15 24 15 24 2nd to 3rd 25 40 18 29 3rd to 4th 36 58 30 48 4th to 5th 40 64 39 63 For quick acceleration
35. Opener lever TRUNK LID _ The fuel filler lid opener lever is located on When this lever is in the CANCEL posi the outside of the driver side seat To open tion the trunk lid cannot be opened with the the fuel filler lid push the opener lever trunk lid opener lever It can be opened only down To lock close the fuel filler lid se with the key curely 2 7 LOOSEN PD1013 FUEL FILLER CAP The fuel filler cap is a screw on ratcheting type Tighten the cap clockwise until ratch eting clicks are heard If the fuel filler cap is not tightened properly the malfunction indicator light MIL may come on CAUTION Gasoline is extremely flammable and highly explosive under certain condi tions 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 pre vent fuel from spraying out and pos sible personal injury Then remove the cap Use only a genuine NISSAN fuel filler cap as a replacement It has a built in safety valve 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 If fuel is spilled on the car body flush it away with water to avoid paint damage 2 8 Fuel filler cap holder PD1014 Put the fuel filler c
36. Then rinse the blade with clear water If your windshield is still not clear after 7 16 Remove the wiper blade cleaning the blades and using the wiper replace the blades 2 REPLACEMENT 1 Pull the wiper arm away from the wind shield 2 Push the tab then move the wiper blade down 3 Insert the new wiper blade to the wiper arm until a clicking sound is heard A CAUTION After wiper blade replacement return the wiper arm to its original position Otherwise it may be damaged when the engine hood is opened Make sure the wiper blade contacts the glass otherwise the arm may be dam aged from wind pressure PARKING BRAKE CHECK Q 4 Windshield washer nozzle ko Needle or small pin ADI0613 If you wax the surface of the hood be careful not to let wax get into the washer nozzle This may cause clogging or im proper windshield washer operation If wax gets into the nozzle remove it with a needle or small pin 7 17 7 to 8 clicks under pulling force of 44 Ib 196 N From the released position pull the parking brake lever up slowly and firmly If the number of clicks is out of the range listed above see your NISSAN dealer BRAKE PEDAL Under depressing force of 3 1 2 in 90 mm or more 110 Ib 490 N DI1020M With the engine running check the distance between the upper surface of the pedal and the metal floor If it is out of the range shown
37. above see your NISSAN dealer Self adjusting brakes Your vehicle is equipped with self adjusting brakes The front and rear if equipped 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 goes down farther than normal it may be due to a lack of adjust ment of the rear drum brakes Apply the parking brake several times A WARNING See your NISSAN dealer and have it checked if the brake pedal height does not return to normal Brake pad wear indicators The disc brake pads on your vehicle have audible wear indicators When a brake pad requires replacement it will make a high pitched scraping 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 7 18 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 Should you ever hear an unusually loud noise from the rear drum brakes have them inspected as soon as possible by your NISSAN dealer Proper brake inspection intervals should be followed For more information regard
38. air condi tioner temperature control to maximum hot and fan control to high speed 3 Get out of the vehicle Look and listen for steam or coolant escaping from the ra diator before opening the hood Wait until no steam or coolant can be seen before proceeding 4 Open the engine hood A WARNING If steam or water is coming from the engine stand clear to prevent getting burned 5 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 6 Visually check drive belts for damage or looseness Also check if the cooling fan is running The radiator hoses and radia tor should not leak water A WARNING 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 The fan motor can start at any time when the coolant temperature is high 5 9 If coolant is leaking the water pump belt is missing or loose or the cooling fan does not run stop the engine 7 After the engine cools down check the coolant level in the reservoir tank with the engine running Add coolant to the res ervoir tank if necessary Have your ve hicle repaired at the nearest NISSAN dealer TOW TRUCK TOWING When towing your vehicle all State Provin cial in Canada and local regulations for towing must be followed Incorrect towing eq
39. and air inlet in front of the windshield This will improve heater operation e When the H or Y switch is selected the air recirculation mode will automatically be turned off Outside air is drawn into the passenger compartment to improve the defogging performance AIR CONDITIONER OPERATION Start the engine move the fan control dial to the desired 1 to 4 position and push in the A C button to activate the air conditioning When the air conditioning is on cooling and dehumidifying functions will be added to the heater operation amp WARNING The air conditioning cooling function operates only when the engine is run ning Cooling This mode is used to cool and dehumidify 1 Push the air recirculation button to the OFF position 2 Push the We button in 3 Move the fan control dial to the desired position 4 Push on the air conditioning button The indicator light will come on 5 Move the temperature control lever to the desired position 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 Operating tips Keep the windows and sun roof closed while the air conditioning is in operation e After parking in the sun drive for two or three minutes with the windows open to vent hot air from the passenger compart men
40. and release it The CRUISE indicator light will come on Take your foot off the accelerator pedal Your vehicle will maintain the set speed PUSH to cancel v PUSH and RELEASE to COAST or SET PUSH and RELEASE to RESUME or ACCEL Z ASD0512 e To pass another vehicle depress the accelerator pedal When you release the pedal the vehicle will return to the previ ously set speed The vehicle may not maintain the set speed when going up or down steep hills If this happens drive without the cruise control To cancel the preset speed use one of the following three methods a Push the CANCEL button the CRUISE light will go out b Tap the brake pedal the CRUISE light will go out 4 11 c Turn the main switch off Both the ON indicator and CRUISE lights will go out The cruise control is automatically can celled and the CRUISE light goes out if e You depress the brake pedal while push ing the ACCEL set switch e The vehicle slows down more than 8 MPH 13 km h below the set speed e You depress the clutch pedal manual transmission or move the shift lever to N automatic transmission 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 ACCEL set switch Wh
41. boots Check for damage looseness and leakage of oil or grease Under severe driving con ditions more frequent inspection should be performed Steering linkage ball joints amp front sus pension ball joints Check the ball joints for damage looseness and grease leakage 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 Air bag system Check the air bag system components for proper attachment damage deformities cracks rust etc Work around and on the air bag system should be done by an authorized NISSAN dealer 9 Technical and consumer information Capacities and recommended fuel lubricants 9 2 EN QING seanna a AEN Wheel tire size Dimensions and weights ccseeeseeeeeneeeeees 9 8 Registering your vehicle in another country 9 8 Vehicle identification ee eeeeeseeeeeeeeeneees 9 9 Air conditioner specification cceeeeee 9 11 Installing front license plate 9 12 Vehicle loading information s es 9 13 Trailer TOWING seccetsscctegcctsceascecetunesatecterveseneenerascte 9 14 Uniform tire quality grading ee eeeeeeeeeee 9 17 Emission control system warranty s e 9 18 Reporting safety defects 20 0 eeeeeeeneeeee 9 18 Service manual owner s manual orders
42. cup holder A 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 driv ing operation A WARNING Avoid abrupt starting and braking when the cup holder is being used to prevent spilling the drink If the liquid is hot it can scald you or your passenger POWER WINDOWS If so equipped Driver side control panel Window lock switch Driver side automatic switch Door lock button Rear left passenger side OPEN switch Byte eo j we side switch Rear right passenger side switch AIC0518 The power windows operate only when the ignition key is in the ON position To open a window press and hold the switch in the OPEN position To close a window push and hold the switch in the CLOSE posi tion To stop the opening or closing function at any time simply release the switch The driver side control panel is equipped with switches that can open or close all the windows Front passenger switch OPEN A CLOSE AIC0501 Locking passenger windows When the power window lock switch on the driver side control panel is pushed in only the driver side control panel can be used to open or close the windows Push it in again to cancel this function The front passenger and both rear doors are each equipped with a power window switch Each switch will open or close onl
43. doors closed and all seat belts fastened it may indicate a mal function in the system Have the system checked by your NISSAN dealer Be sure to observe the following pre cautions when using seat belts Failure to do so could increase the chance and or severity of injury in an accident e Always route the shoulder belt over your shoulder and across your chest Never run the belt under your arm or across your neck The belt should be away from your face and neck but not falling off your shoulder e Position the lap belt as low as pos sible AROUND THE HIPS NOT THE WAIST e Serious injury or death can occur if the seat belt is not worn properly CHILD SAFETY Children need adults to help protect them All U S states and provinces of Canada require the use of approved child restraints for infants and small children See Child Restraints for Infants and Small Children later in this section In addition there are many types of child restraints available for larger children which should be used for maximum protection Infant or small child NISSAN recommends that infants or small children be placed in child restraint systems that comply with Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standards or Canadian Motor Ve hicle Safety Standards You should choose a child restraint system that fits your vehicle and always follow the manufacturer s in structions for installation and use Children Children who are too large f
44. engine and warm it up until it reaches normal operating temperature Then race the engine 2 or 3 times under no load Watch the coolant temperature gauge for signs of overheating 9 Stop the engine After it completely cools down refill the radiator up to the filler opening Fill the reservoir tank up to the MAX level 10 Open and close the air release plug to release air Then fill the radiator again and install the radiator cap 7 6 Front DI1299 11 Check the radiator drain plug and the drain plug on the engine water pipe for any sign of leakage tighten if neces sary ENGINE OIL QP ENS OSA i oe ais a Ge ba ES N s D11300 CHECKING ENGINE OIL LEVEL 1 Park the vehicle on a level surface and apply the parking brake 2 Run the engine until it reaches operating temperature 3 Turn off the engine 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 Add gt Normal range Over full DI1301 5 Remove the dipstick again and check the oil level It should be between the H and L marks If the oil level is below the L mark remove the oil filler cap and pour recommended oil through the open ing Do not overfill 6 Recheck oil level with dipstick 7 7 CAUTION Oil level should be checked regu larly Operating with insufficient
45. in low altitude areas and high altitude areas over 4 000 ft 1 219 m Gear change MPH km h 1st to 2nd 15 24 2nd to 3rd 25 40 3rd to 4th 40 64 4th to 5th 45 72 Suggested maximum speed in each gear Downshift to a lower gear if the engine is not running smoothly or if you need to accelerate Do not exceed the maximum suggested speed shown below in any gear For level road driving use the highest gear sug gested for that speed Always observe posted speed limits and drive according to the road conditions which will ensure safe operation Do not over rev the engine when shifting to a lower gear as it may cause engine damage or loss of vehicle control Gear MPH km h 1st 30 50 2nd 60 95 3rd 90 145 4th 5th 4 9 STARTING THE ENGINE 1 Apply the parking brake 2 Automatic transmission Move the shift lever to P Park or N Neutral P preferred The shift lever cannot be moved out of P and into any of the other gear positions if the ignition key is turned to OFF or if the key is removed The starter is designed not to operate if the shift lever is in any of the driving positions Manual transmission Move the gearshift lever to N Neutral and depress the clutch pedal to the floor while cranking the engine The starter is designed not to operate unless the clutch pedal is depressed 3 Crank the engine with your foot off the accelerator pedal by
46. indicate that there is some thing 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 remains on see your NISSAN dealer immediately CAUTION Do not continue driving if the belt is loose broken or missing 4 This light comes on when any of the doors are not closed securely while the ignition key is ON amp Seat belt warning light and chime This light and chime remind you to fasten seat belts The light illuminates whenever the ignition key is turned to ON and will remain illuminated until the driver s seat belt is fastened At the same time the chime will sound for about seven seconds unless the driver s seat belt is securely fastened Door open warning light Refer to Seat belts in the Pre driving checks and adjustments section for pre cautions on seat belt usage one Air bag warning light When the ignition key is in the ON or START position the air bag light will illuminate for about 7 seconds and then turn off This means the Air Bag Supplemental Restraint System is operational If any of the following conditions occur the air bag system needs servicing and your vehicle should be taken to your nearest authorized NISSAN dealer as soon as practical 1 The air bag light does not come on for 7 seconds and then go off as described
47. is at the low side of either range add fluid to the charging pipe DO NOT OVERFILL USE ONLY Nissan Matic D Conii nental U S and Alaska or Genuine Nissan Automatic Transmission Fluid 7 10 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 suit able fluids including recommended brand s of Dexron Ill Mercon or Dexron IIE Mercon Automatic Transmission Fluid NOTE If the vehicle has 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 BRAKE AND CLUTCH FLUID LOOSEN ADI0511 Check the fluid level in the reservoir The fluid level should be checked using the HOT range on the dipstick at fluid tem peratures of 122 to 176 F 50 to 80 C or using the COLD range on the dipstick at fluid temperatures of 32 to 86 F 0 to 30 C A CAUTION e Do not overfill e The recommended fluid is DEXRON II or equivalent type Brake fluid reservoir Brake DI1307 Check the fluid level in the brake fluid 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
48. one which will fit your child and vehicle It may not be possible to properly install some types of child restraints in your vehicle Improper use of a child restraint can result in increased injuries for both the infant or child and other occu pants in the vehicle When your child restraint is not in use keep it secured with a seat belt to prevent it from being thrown for ward in case of a sudden stop or accident After attaching the child restraint test it before you place the child in it Tilt it from side to side Try to tug it forward and check to see if the belt holds the restraint in place If the restraint is not secure tighten the belt as necessary or put the re straint in another seat and test it again 2 24 If the child restraint is not anchored properly the risk of a child being injured in a collision or a sudden stop greatly increases Adjustable seatbacks should be po sitioned to fit the child restraint but as upright as possible Remember that a child restraint left in a closed vehicle can become very hot Check the seating surface and buckles before placing your child in the child restraint All U S states and provinces of Canada require that infants and small children be restrained in ap proved child restraints at all times while the vehicle is being operated For a front facing child restraint if the seat position where it is installed has a 3 point type lap shoulder belt check to m
49. or Genuine NIS AS J ORY SAN Owner s Manual contact In the USA See your 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 location of a NISSAN Dealer in your area call the Nissan Satisfaction Center at 1 800 387 0122 and a bilingual NIS SAN representative will assist you Also available are Genuine NISSAN Service and Owner s Manuals for older Nissan models 9 19 10 Index A Adjustment after headlamp assembly r pl cemeNt s sess iniae 7 23 Air bag See Supplemental restraint system Air bag warning light 2 16 Air cleaner housing filter 7 15 Air conditioner Air conditioner Automatic 3 8 Air conditioner Manual ee 3 2 Air conditioner specification label 9 11 Air conditioning servicing ceee 3 10 Air conditioning system refrigerant and lubrication recommendations c 9 6 Alarm system See Theft warning system Anchor point locations 0 cee 2 27 Antenna Maal irinenn 3 22 POWE iessceiess estes cesatcasiseceneinencanst 3 21 Anti lock brake system ABS fso CQUIPPO essan 4 15 Anti lock brake warning light eeseseseeee 1 7 Ashtray See cigarette lighter and ashtray
50. passenger side are closer than they appear 2 30 AIC0504 The driver and passenger outside mirrors are foldable Push the outside mirror back ward to fold it INSIDE MIRROR VANITY MIRROR If so equipped PD1006M The night position will reduce glare from the headlights of vehicles behind you at night amp CAUTION Use the night position only when nec essary because it reduces rear view clarity Illuminated vanity mirror Available on some models APD0510 Your vehicle may be equipped with a driver and passenger vanity mirrors To access pull the sun visor down and flip open the mirror cover Some vanity mirrors are illumi nated and turn on when the mirror cover is opened 2 31 3 Heater air conditioner and audio system Ventilators ns ile nent iets 3 2 Heater and air conditioner manual 0 3 2 Alt flow ehari S eeaeee r a iain 3 6 Heater and air conditioner automatic IF SO OCQUIPPOO iiciin 3 8 Rad eiee se eee ER 3 10 Eelere o A a eee 3 10 AM FM radio with cassette player c e 3 11 AM FM radio with cassette player and Compact disc player eseceeceeeeeesereeseeeetesees 3 16 AMENNA eeeremterrertrcean reerrrec eer tecerrerrtecey eer etree 3 21 CB radio or Car PhOne eeeeeeceeeseseeeeeeetees 3 22 VENTILATORS HEATER AND AIR CONDITIONER MANUAL OPEN CLOSE HA1073 Open or close side vents o
51. should be periodically inspected 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 The original tires have a built in tread wear indicator When the wear indica tor is visible the tire should be replaced 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 your NISSAN dealer Changing tires and wheels When replacing a tire use the same size speed rating and load carrying capacity as originally equipped Recommended types and sizes are shown in Wheels and tires in the Technical and consumer informa tion section The use of tires other than those recommended or the mixed use of tires of different brands construction bias bias belted or radial or tread patterns can adversely affect the ride braking handling ground clearance body to tire clearance tire chain clearance speedometer calibra tion headlight aim and bumper height Some of these effects may lead to acci dents and could result in serious per sonal injury If the wheels are changed for any reason always replace with wheels which have the same offset dimension Wheels of a differ ent offset could cause early tire wear pos sibly degraded vehicle handling character istics and or interference with the brake discs drums Such interference can lead to decr
52. sition Make sure the shift lever has been pushed as far forward as it can go and cannot be moved 4 14 To help prevent the vehicle from rolling into traffic when parked on an incline it is a good practice to turn the wheels as illustrated HEADED DOWNHILL WITH CURB Turn the wheels into the curb and move the vehicle forward until the curb side wheel gently touches the curb HEADED UPHILL WITH CURB Turn the wheels away from the curb and move the vehicle back until the curb side wheel gently touches the curb 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 Turn the ignition key to the LOCK position and remove the key amp CAUTION e Never leave the engine running while the vehicle is unattended e Never leave children unattended in the vehicle PRECAUTIONS WHEN DRIVING e Driving with 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 pres sure on the brake pedal will be required to stop the vehicle and the stopping distance will be longer e Driving with power assisted steering The power assisted steering is designed to use a hydraulic pump driven by the engine to assist steering If the engine stops or drive belt breaks you will still h
53. tape play Pushing the button again resumes tape play FF fast forward REW rewind button FF Few Push the FF fast forward button to fast forward the tape To rewind the tape push the REW rewind button Either the indica tor light lt q lt q or P gt p will come on when the FF or REW function is started To stop the FF or REW function press the TAPE button Automatic Program Search FF APS REW button 4 as 4 When the APS FF button is pushed while the tape is being played the next program will start to play from the beginning Push the APS FF button several times to skip through programs The tape will advance the number of times the button is pushed up to 9 programs When the APS REW button is pushed once the program being played starts over from the beginning Push several times to fast rewind programs The tape will rewind back the number of times the button is pushed Either the indicator light pp or ld will come on when the APS FF or APS REW function is started 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 PROG program button 3 Push the PROG program button to change the tape side while the tape is being played 3 19 APS The cas
54. the fuel filler cap is not tightened properly the MIL may come on Check and securely tighten the fuel filler cap and have your vehicle checked as noted above THEFT WARNING If so equipped IC0005 The theft warning system provides visual and audio alarm signals if parts of the vehicle are disturbed How to activate the theft warning system 1 Remove the key from the ignition switch 2 Close all windows Close and lock all doors hood and trunk lid The doors can be locked either with or without the key The system can be activated even if the windows are open 3 Confirm that the indicator light comes on 1 8 The light will glow for about 30 seconds and then go out The system is now activated If during this 30 second time period the door is unlocked or the igni tion key is turned to ACC or ON the system will not activate amp CAUTION If the key is turned slowly when lock ing the door the system may not activate Furthermore if the key is turned excessively to the unlock po sition the system may be deacti vated when the key is removed If the indicator light fails to glow for 30 seconds unlock the door once and lock it again Even when the driver and or passen gers are in the vehicle the system will activate with all doors hood trunk lid and back door locked and ignition key off Turn the ignition key to ACC or ON to turn the system off Theft warnin
55. turning the ignition key to START Release the key when the engine starts If the engine starts but fails to run repeat the above procedure If the engine is very hard to start in extremely cold or hot weather de press and hold the accelerator pedal to help start the engine In the summer when restarting the engine within 30 minutes after it has been stopped keep the accelerator pedal fully depressed while starting CAUTION Do not operate the starter for more than 15 seconds at a time If the engine does not start wait 10 seconds before crank ing again otherwise the starter could be damaged 4 Warm up Allow the engine to idle for at least 30 seconds after starting Drive at moderate speed for a short distance first especially in cold weather PARKING BRAKE OPERATION PUSH to release PULL to ASD0502 To engage pull the lever up To release pull the lever up slightly push the button and lower completely Before driving be sure the brake warning light goes out 4 10 CRUISE CONTROL Cruise control main switch Indicator The cruise control allows driving at a speed between 30 to 90 MPH 48 to 144 km h without keeping your foot on the accelerator pedal To turn on the cruise control push the main switch The indicator light on the switch will come on To set cruising speed accelerate your vehicle to the desired speed push the COAST SET switch
56. 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 con ditions due to premature tire failure or unfavorable handling characteristics and could also lead to a serious acci dent Loading beyond the specified ca pacity may also result in failure of other vehicle components 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 specified level 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 A CAUTION When changing or replacing tires be sure all four tires are of the same type i e Summer All Season or Snow and construction Your 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 maximum speed rating of the tire All Season tires NISSAN specifies All Season tires on some models to provide good performance for use all year around including snowy and icy road conditions All Season Tires are iden tified by ALL SEASON
57. 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 5 8 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 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 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 1 Move the vehicle safely off the road apply the parking brake and move the shift lever to Neutral automatic transmis sion to P Do not stop the engine 2 Turn off the air conditioning Open all the windows move the heater or
58. APD0107 TOP STRAP CHILD RESTRAINT If your child restraint has a top strap it must be secured to the provided anchor point Anchor bracket hardware must be installed The top strap anchor bracket hardware is available through your NISSAN dealer U S Part 88894 89900 Canadian Part 88894 89902 Secure the child restraint with the center lap belt or the lap portion of an outboard 3 point belt and latch the top strap hook onto the appropriate anchor bracket To install the anchor bracket a metric bolt of the dimen 2 27 sions listed below must be used Bolt diameter 8 0 mm Bolt length more than 1 18 in 30 mm Thread pitch 1 25 mm Secure the top strap to the attaching bolt which provides the straightest installation of the top strap 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 Reverse side of rear parcel shelf APD0108 Anchor point locations Anchor points are located under the rear parcel shelf finisher To use attaching hardware for child re straints with top straps follow these instruc tions carefully 1 Open the trunk and find the anchor point nuts on the underside of the rear parcel shelf Thread a bolt 8 0 mm diameter 1 25 pitch up through the nut behind the seating position where the child restraint will be installed an
59. CE INTERVAL Perform at number of miles Miles x 1 000 3 75 7 5 11 25 15 18 75 22 5 26 25 30 33 75 37 5 41 25 45 48 75 52 5 56 25 60 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 first 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 Air cleaner filter See NOTE 2 R R Vapor lines Fuel lines Fuel filter See NOTE 3 Engine coolant See NOTE 4 R Engine oil R R R R R R R R R Engine oil filter R R R R R R R R R R R R R R R R Use Nissan PREMIUM type or equivalent Spark plugs Intake amp exhaust valve clearance See NOTE 5 NO TE 1 After 60 000 miles 96 000 km or 48 months inspect every 15 000 miles 24 000 km or 12 months 2 If operating mainly in dusty conditions more frequent maintenance may be required 3 If vehicle is operated under extremely adverse weather conditions or in areas where ambient temperatures are either extremely low or extremely high the filters might become clogged In such an event replace them immediately 4 After 60 000 miles 96 000 km or 48 months replace every 30 000 miles 48 000 km or 24 months 5 If valve noise increases inspect valve clearance Maintenance items and intervals marked with are recommended by NISSAN for reliable vehicle operation The owner need not perform such maintenance in order to maintain the
60. H RETRACTOR amp WARNING Every person who drives or rides in this vehicle should use a seat belt at all times Fastening the belts 1 Adjust the seat A WARNING The seatback should not be reclined any more than needed for comfort when the vehicle is moving Seat belts are most effective when the occupant sits well back and upright in the seat If the seat is reclined the risk of sliding under the lap belt and being injured is increased 2 19 fasten PRESS to unfasten 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 will permit the belt to move and allow you some freedom of movement in the seat K N 024M 3 Position the lap belt portion low on the hips as shown 4 Pull the shoulder belt portion toward the retractor to take up extra slack The front passenger side seat belt and rear 3 point seat belts have a cinching mecha nism for child seat installation It is referred to as the automatic locking mode When the cinching mechanism is activated the seat belt cannot be withdrawn further until the seat belt tongue is detached from the buckle and fully retracted Once re tracted the seat belt is in the emergency locking mode Refer to Child Restraints for Infants and Small Children later in this section for more information
61. LD tire pressures are shown on the tire placard affixed to the center console lid e Retighten the wheel nuts when the vehicle has been run for 600 miles 1 000 km after installing the alumi num wheel 5 Securely store the spare tire and jacking equipment in the vehicle amp WARNING e Always make sure that the spare tire and jacking equipment are properly secured after use Such items can become dangerous projectiles in an accident or sudden stop The T type spare tire and small size Spare tire are designed for emer gency use See specific instructions under the heading Wheels and tires in the Do it yourself opera tions section JUMP STARTING To start your engine with a booster battery the instructions and precautions below must be followed A WARNING e If done incorrectly jump starting can be hazardous e Explosive hydrogen gas is always present in the vicinity of the battery Keep all sparks and flames away from the battery e Do not allow battery fluid to come into contact with eyes skin cloth or painted surfaces Battery fluid is a corrosive sulphuric acid solution which can cause severe burns If the fluid should come into contact with anything immediately flush the con tacted area with water e A battery rated at above 12 volts should not be used for a booster e Whenever working on or near a bat tery always wear suitable eye pro tectors for example goggles or in dustri
62. Nisinsin 2 9 Seat belt Precautions on seat belt usage 2 17 Seat belt extenders 2 23 Seat belt maintenance fue 2223 Seat belt warning light 1 6 10 4 Seat DMS taunang 2 17 2 point type without retractor 2 21 3 point type with retractor 2 19 Seats FROME SOAS ennan se sare a SEESE E 2 9 Rear seats Service manual owner s manual Gider formi erea aera ae naas 9 19 Saala e EAE E T 4 7 Spark plug replacement cece 7 14 SPECCOMOICH sarsaran 1 3 SPMU erensia 1 19 SRS warning labels osaisia 2 15 Starting Before starting the engine 45 JUMP SAMIN ter esvesesrenni incertae 5 7 Precautions when starting and driving 4 2 PUSH StAMIAG i iescscecccnsdrecacievectseteereet 5 8 Starting the Engine asese 4 9 Steering Power steering fluid ecssseceesees 7 11 Tilting steering wheel ee 2 30 Stop ghitare 7 27 SUNPOO siesccssncrssssestenseeneccacvsevseemencarsanienceant 1 17 Supplemental restraint system Air bag SYStOM s sisien 2 12 Switch Automatic power window switch 1 16 Front fog light switch ee 1 13 Hazard warning flasher switch 1 13 Headlight and turn signal switch 1 11 Ignition SWitCPi sisisi 4 4 Overdrive SWIER asss ierann 4 8 Rear window defogger switch 1 10 Windshield wiper and washer switch 1 9 T Tachometer Theft warning system i Theft warning ight cscs eveesii
63. OCK RADIO If so equipped On vehicles equipped with an AM FM radio and cassette player a clock is integrated into the audio system For further details refer to Clock Operation later in this section ON OFF VVOL EJECT button control knob AM FM electronic tuning radio with cassette player PLAY STOP button Cassette insert slot AM FM band indicator FM stereo indicator DOLBY NR indicator FULL Ue PONTROL BECK AUTO METAL cusas PROG 2 5 BASS FADER control knob TREBLE BALANCE control knob Station select buttons Band select SEEK SCAN tuning button Manua CLOCK button tuning buttons AHA0524 AM FM RADIO WITH CASSETTE PLAYER Radio operation Push the ON OFF VOL knob to turn the radio on Push the ON OFF VOL knob once more to turn the radio off Turn the knob to adjust the volume Inserting a cassette tape into the cassette player while the radio is on will turn the radio off and turn the cassette player on Pushing the ON OFF VOL knob while the cassette tape is playing will turn off the cassette player Clock Operation By pressing the CLOCK button you can alternate the clock and the radio cassette tape options in the display Clock Set Depressing the CLOCK and the W buttons together will set hours Depressing the CLOCK and amp b
64. The inside pages of this manual contain Fo rewo rd 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 Booklet explains details about the warranties covering your vehicle Your NISSAN dealer knows your vehicle best When you require any service or have any questions he will be glad to assist you with the extensive resources available to him IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION NOTES ON THE INFORMATION CONTAINED IN REMINDERS FOR SAFETY THIS OWNER S MANUAL fe ack This owner s manual contains descriptions and operating Follow these five important rules to help ensure a safe and complete instructions for all systems features and optional equipment trip for you and your passengers that might appear in any model of this vehicle built for any e NEVER drive under the influence of alcohol or drugs destination in North America including the continental United States Canada and Hawaii Therefore you may very well find e ALWAYS observe posted speed limits and never drive too information in this manual that does not a
65. above 2 The air bag light flashes intermittently or remains on 3 The air bag light does not come on at all Unless checked and repaired the Supple mental Restraint System may not function properly For additional details see Supple mental Restraint System in the Pre driving checks and adjustments section Ge Low washer fluid warning light Canada only This light comes on when the washer tank fluid is at a low level Add washer fluid as necessary See the Do it yourself opera tions section 1 6 or jprake Brake warning light This light functions for both the parking brake and the foot brake systems Parking brake indicator The light comes on when the parking brake is applied Low brake fluid warning The light warns of a low brake fluid level If the light comes on while the engine is running with the parking brake not applied stop the vehicle and perform the following 1 Check the brake fluid level Add brake fluid as necessary See Brake and clutch fluid in the Do it yourself opera tions section 2 If the brake fluid level is correct check the warning system amp WARNING e If you judge it to be safe drive care fully to the nearest service station for repairs Otherwise have your ve hicle towed because driving it could be dangerous e Pressing the brake pedal with the engine stopped and or low brake fluid le
66. acard in the Owner s Manual index Refer to Wheels and Tires in the Do it yourself operations section of this manual COLD WEATHER DRIVING CAUTIONS Freeing a frozen door lock To prevent a door lock from freezing apply de icer or glycerin to it through the key hole If the lock becomes frozen heat the key before inserting it into the key hole Anti freeze In the winter when it is anticipated that the temperature will drop below 32 F 0 C check anti freeze ethylene glycol base to assure proper winter protection For details see Engine Cooling System in the Do it yourself operations section Battery 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 operations section 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 operations section Tire equipment 1 The SUMMER tires are of a tread design to provide superior performance on dry pavement However the performance of these tires will be substantially reduced in snowy and icy c
67. ack of it is not always an indication of proper air bag operation When the supplemental air bag inflates a fairly loud noise may be heard followed by oe Diagnosis sensor Air bag modules unit APD0507 release of smoke This smoke is not harmful and does not indicate a fire but care should be taken not to intentionally inhale it as it may cause irritation and choking Those with a history of breathing trouble 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 serious inju ries However an inflating air bag may cause facial abrasions or other injuries Air bags do not provide restraint to the lower body Seat belts should be correctly worn and the 2 14 driver and passenger seated upright as far as practical away from the steering wheel or dashboard Since the air bag inflates quickly in order to help protect the occupant the force of the air bag inflating can increase the risk of injury if the occupant is too close to or is against the air bag module during inflation The supplemental air bag will deflate quickly after a collision The supplemental air bags will operate only when the ignition switch is in the ON or START position WARNING e Right after inflation several supple mental air bag system components will be hot Do not touch them
68. ain on Lighting Turn the switch to the Dd position The front park side marker tail license plate and instrument lights will come on To select the high beam push the lever forward Pull it back to select the low beam Turn the switch to the ZD position Head Daytime running light system For Canada Even if the headlight control switch is off the headlights high beams will illuminate after starting the engine The headlights will be a little dimmer than they are with the headlight switch in the D position If the parking brake is applied before the engine is started the daytime running lights will not be illuminated The daytime running lights will illuminate once the parking brake is released Thereafter the daytime running lights will not turn off when using the parking brake at stop signals etc A WARNING When the daytime running light system is active 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 Passing signal Pulling the lever toward you will turn on the headlight high beam Turn signal Move the lever up or down to signal the turning direction When the turn is com pleted the turn signals cancel automati cally Lane change signal To indicate a lane change move the lever up or down to the point where lights begin flashing CORNERING LIGHT
69. ake sure the shoulder belt does not go in front of the child s face or neck If it does put the shoul der belt behind the child restraint e If the seat belt in the position where the child restraint is installed re quires a locking clip and it is not used injuries could result from the child restraint tipping over during normal vehicle braking or cornering Rear facing APD0509 Installation on rear seat Center lap belt Secure the child restraint with the lap belt as illustrated Remove all slack in the lap belt for a very tight fit by pulling forcefully on the lap belt adjustment 2 25 Front facing Rear facing o PD1331 Installation on rear outboard seating positions A WARNING e The 3 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 do so will result in the child restraint not being properly se cured It could tip over or otherwise be unsecured and cause injury to the child in a sudden stop or collision When you install a child restraint in a rear outboard seat follow these steps 1 Position the child restraint on the seat It can be placed in a forward facing or rear facing direction depending on the size of the child Always follow the restraint manufacturer s instructions 2 Route the seat belt tongue through the child restraint and insert it into the buckle un
70. al air bag light displaying AIR BAG in the instrument panel moni tors the circuits of the air bag The circuits monitored by the air bag light are the diag nosis sensor unit air bag modules and all related wiring When the ignition key is in the ON or START position the supplemental air bag light will illuminate for about 7 seconds and then turn off This means the system is operational If any of the following conditions occur the supplemental air bag needs servicing 1 The supplemental air bag light does not come 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 will not operate properly It must be checked and repaired Take your vehicle to the nearest authorized NISSAN dealer 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 will remain illumi nated after inflation has occurred Repair and replacement of the supplemental air bag system should be done only by authorized NISSAN dealers To ensure long term functioning the system must be in spected 10 years after the date of manu facture as noted on the certification label located on the driver side front pillar
71. al is de pressed There is an OFF position in between LOCK and ACC although it does not show on the key cylinder When the ignition is in OFF the steering wheel is not locked In order for the steering wheel to be locked it must be turned about 1 8 of a turn coun terclockwise from the straight up position and the key must be removed from the ignition A WARNING To lock the steering wheel remove the key To unlock the steering wheel in sert the key and turn it gently while rotating the steering wheel slightly right and left 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 OFF Manual transmission model 1 The engine can be turned off without locking the steering wheel ACC Accessories 2 This position activates electrical accesso ries such as the radio when the engine is not running ON Normal operating position 3 This position turns on the ignition system and the electrical accessories 4 5 BEFORE STARTING THE ENGINE START 4 This position activates the starter motor which starts the engine e Make sure the area around the vehicle is clear e Maintenance items listed here should be checked periodically for example each time you check engine oil e Check that all windows an
72. al safety spectacles and remove rings metal bands or any other metal jewelry e Keep battery out of the reach of chil dren 5 7 Cloth Booster cable connecting order T gt D ACE0021 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 into close proximity to each other Do not allow the two vehicles to touch 2 Apply the parking brake Move the shift lever to Neutral on automatic transmis sion models move the lever to P Switch off all unnecessary electrical systems lights heater air conditioning etc Remove vent caps on the battery if so equipped Cover the battery with an old cloth to reduce explosion hazard Connect jumper cables in the sequence as illustrated CAUTION Always connect positive to posi tive and negative to body ground for example strut mounting bolt etc not to the battery Make sure that cables do not touch moving parts in the engine compart ment and that clamps do not contact any other metal Start the engine of the booster vehicle and let it run for a few minutes Keep the engine speed of the booster vehicle at about 2 000 rpm and start your engine in the normal manner CAUTION Do not keep starter motor engaged for more than
73. alership training programs They are completely qualified to work on NISSAN s vehicles be fore they work on your vehicle rather than after they have worked on it You can be confident that your NISSAN dealer s service department performs the best job to meet the maintenance require ments on your vehicle in a reliable and economic way 8 2 GENERAL MAINTENANCE During the normal day to day operation of the vehicle general maintenance should be per formed regularly as prescribed in this section If you detect any unusual sounds vibrations or smells be sure to check for the cause or have your NISSAN dealer do it promptly In addition you should notify your NISSAN dealer if you think that repairs are required When performing any checks or mainte nance work closely observe the precautions in the Do it yourself operations section OUTSIDE THE VEHICLE The maintenance items listed here should be performed from time to time unless otherwise specified Additional information on the items marked with can be found in the Do it yourself operations section 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 nuts are missing and check for any loose nuts Tighten if necessary Tire r
74. 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 Keep your engine tuned up Follow the recommended periodic main tenance schedule Keep the tires inflated at the correct pressure Low pressure will increase tire wear and waste fuel Keep the front wheels in correct align ment Improper alignment will cause not only tire wear but also lower fuel economy Air conditioning operation lowers fuel economy Use the air conditioning only when necessary When cruising at highway speeds it is more economical to use the air condition ing and leave the windows closed to reduce drag 4 13 PARKING PARKING ON HILLS Downhill with curb SS 6c ec N RKS CAUTION Do not park the vehicle over flammable materials such as dry grass waste pa per or rags as they may burn easily 1 Firmly apply the parking brake 2 Manual transmission models Place the gearshift lever in Reverse When parking on an uphill grade place the gearshift lever in 1 First gear Uphill or downhill no curb 0 l l 0 Automatic transmission models Move the gearshift lever to the P Park position CAUTION Safe parking procedures require that both the parking brake be set and the transmission placed into P Park po
75. ap on the cap holder while refueling FRONT SEATS Recline SEAT ADJUSTMENT A 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 PULL Forward and backward LS APD0102 Forward and backward Pull the lever up while you slide the seat forward or backward to the desired position Release the lever to lock the seat in posi tion Reclining Pull the lever up and lean back until the desired angle is obtained To bring the seatback forward again pull the lever and move your body forward The seatback will move forward 2 9 A WARNING Do not recline the seatback any more than is needed for comfort when the vehicle is moving Seat belts are most effective when the occupant sits well back and upright in the seat If the seat is reclined the risk of sliding under the lap belt and being injured is increased APD0526 Lumbar support If so equipped The lumbar support feature provides lower back support for the driver Move the lever up or down to adjust the seat lumbar area ADJUST PUSH to lower PD1319 HEAD RESTRAINTS Adjust the top of the head restraints level with the top of your ears To raise the head restraint just pull it up To lower push the lock knob and push the head restraint down
76. ather driving cautions we 4 17 Compact disc CD player sees 3 20 Controls Audio controls eeee eee 3 11 3 16 Heater and air conditioner automatic 3 8 Heater and air conditioner manual 3 2 Coolant Capacities and recommended fUCI IUDNICANIS iieiea Changing engine coolart Checking engine coolant level Engine coolant temperature gauge Cooling Engine COOLING sicissscccesscssissccesesectsersviseest 7 4 Interior cooling automatic we 3 8 Interior cooling manual aw G2 Cornering light aaaeeeaa 1 12 Corrosion protection cctyesie conspercaniens 6 5 Cruise COMO eisiaa 4 11 CUP MOINS Fikes canape an 1 14 D Daytime running light system Canada Only eecceseeeeeeereeeeeeeeneeneeenes 1 11 Defogger switch Rear window defogger switch 1 10 Defogging defrosting Defogging defrosting automatic 3 9 Defogging defrosting manual we 3 4 Dimensions and weights Door IOCKS isisisi na 2 Door open warning light 0 ee 1 6 Drive DeliSitescaheshcdaadnieaesainviacren 7 14 Driving Cold weather driving cautions 4 17 Driving with automatic transmission 4 6 Driving with manual transmission 4 8 Precautions when driving s es 4 15 Precautions when starting and driving 4 2 ECONOMY flisi 4 13 Emission control information label 9 10 Emission control system warranty
77. ave control of the vehicle However much greater steering effort is needed especially in sharp turns or at low speeds e Wet brakes When the vehicle is washed or driven through water the brakes may get wet As a result your braking distance will be longer and the vehicle may pull to one side during braking To dry 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 Avoid resting your foot on the brake pedal while driving This will overheat the brakes wear out the brake linings and pads faster and reduce gas mileage To help save the 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 While driving on a slippery surface be careful when braking accelerating or downshifting Abrupt braking actions or acceleration could cause the wheels to skid 4 15 ANTI LOCK BRAKE SYSTEM ABS If so equipped The anti lock brake system installed in some models controls the brakes at each wheel so the wheels will not lock when braking abruptly or when braking on slip pery surfaces The system detects the rota tion speed at each wheel and varies the brake fluid pressure to prevent
78. bove 35 F 2 C to defog the windshield and the air recirculate mode will automatically be turned off Outside air is drawn into the passenger compartment to improve the defogging performance Manual fan speed control Push the fan control switch amp to manu ally control the fan speed Each fan speed is indicated by the shading of a fan blade on the display For example amp indicates that the fan is operating at low speed and sg indicates that the fan is operating at medium high speed e Push the AUTO switch to return to auto matic control of the fan speed Air recirculation switch Push the air recirculation switch to recircu late interior air inside the vehicle The indi cator light will come on Push it again to draw outside air into the passenger compartment The indicator will go out e The air recirculation mode will not be and cannot be activated when the DEF mode has been selected Manual air flow control Pushing the manual air flow control switch selects the air outlet 3 9 wo Air flows from center and side ventilators X Air flows from center and side ventilators and foot outlets Na __ Air flows mainly from foot outlets x Air flows from defroster outlets and foot outlets Gy Air flows mainly from defroster outlets To turn the system off Push the OFF switch Operating tips e When the engine coolant temperature and outside air temperature are low the air flow from
79. 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 and passengers re weigh your vehicle to determine if either GVWR or GAWR for your vehicle is exceeded If GVWR is exceeded re 9 13 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 as specified on the FMVSS Cer tification Label e Do not load the front and rear axle to the GAWR Doing so will exceed the GVWR amp CAUTION e Properly secure all cargo to help pre vent it from sliding or shifting In a sudden stop or collision unsecured cargo could cause personal injury e Do not load your vehicle any heavier than the GVWR or the maximum front and rear GAWRs If you do parts 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 AS fie a Tongue load
80. can hurt the envi ronment Always conform to local regulations for disposal of vehicle fluid Avoid contact with used engine oil This Do it yourself operations section gives instructions 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 your NISSAN dealer ENGINE COMPARTMENT CHECK LOCATIONS Engine oil filler cap Brake fluid reservoir f Spark plug caps Clutch fluid reservoir M T model Air cleaner Power steering fluid reservoir Windshield washer Fuse Fusible link holder fluid reservoir ery Automatic transmission Coolant reservoir fluid dipstick Engine oil dipstick Radiator cap ADI0501 7 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 cooling system addi tives are not necessary CAUTION When adding or replacing coolant be sure to use only an ethylene glycol anti freeze with the proper mixture ra tio Examples are shown below Outside temperature down to Anti freeze 50 The use of other types of coolant solu tions may damage your cooling sy
81. d 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 If an oxygenate blend other than a methanol blend is used it should con tain 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 sion 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 NIS SAN vehicles If any driveability problems such as engine stalling and difficult hot starting are experi enced 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
82. d adjustments Heater air conditioner and audio system Starting and driving In case of emergency Appearance and interior care Do it yourself operations Maintenance schedule Technical and consumer information 1 Instruments and controls Meters and QaugeS ieicieiacinciesniniiidhiiien 1 2 Speedometer and odometer ccceceeeeeeees 1 3 TACHOMBCION serieinnsats 1 3 Engine coolant temperature gauge and Fuel GAUGE iiceoe eiaa 1 4 Warning indicator lights and chimes 0 1 5 Theft warning If SO equipped eee eects 1 8 Windshield wiper and washer switch s es 1 9 Rear window defogger SWItCh ecen 1 10 Headlight and turn signal switch eee 1 11 GCorme ning liQ hts ssic 5 sis kereten iieri sketske 1 12 Instrument brightness Control ccceeeeee 1 12 Front fog light switch If so equipped 1 13 Hazard warning flasher switch eee eee 1 13 Cigarette lighter accessory and ashtray 1 14 Cup Nolder iienaa e a 1 14 Power windows If so equipped 1 15 Sunroof If so equipped sseeeseseeeeeeeeeeeene 1 17 Clock instrument panel If so equipped 1 18 lterior MOM cescseatsszeccecaccteene ceapeaccpeccrtaesttersacteeased 1 18 Spotlight If so equipped eee eeeteeeeeeeeeeetees 1 19 Trunk Mate sists azea ds syees seed ebseteces det onaceeniehsetetateeheaied 1 19 METERS AND GAUGES Rear window defogger switch P 1 10 Glock If so e
83. d 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 3 posi tion DRIVING WITH AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION The automatic transmission in your vehicle if so equipped is electronically controlled by the A T control unit to produce maximum power and smooth operation Shown on the following pages are the rec ommended operating procedures for this transmission 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 selector lever to the D R 2 or 1 position Be sure the vehicle is fully stopped before attempting to shift the selector lever This automatic transmission is designed so that the foot brake pedal MUST be depressed before shifting from P to any drive position while the ignition switch is ON The shift lever cannot be moved out of P and into any of the other gear posi tions if the ignition key is turned to OFF or if the key is removed When the battery charge is low the shift lever can be moved if the ignition switch is in the ACC posit
84. d or feel a pulsation in the brake pedal This is normal and is not an indica tion 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 will then behave nor mally but without anti lock assistance If the light comes on during the self test or while you are driving you should take your car to your NISSAN dealer for repair at your earliest convenience amp 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 braking 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 tire on all 4 wheels 4 16 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 pl
85. d use it to break through the rear parcel shelf support material There are pre cut circles at each anchor point location that should break away from the shelf support mate rial when pressure is applied to them Remove the bolt after you feel the pre cut circle separate from the shelf support material Cut a small slit through the parcel shelf fabric at the anchor point location Reach through the fabric with a tool such as a pair of needle nose pliers and remove the pre cut circle in the parcel shelf sup port material Install the bolt through the top strap hook and into the anchor point nut Be sure to follow all of the instructions that accompany the top strap attaching hardware 2 28 Rear facing O07 WANE ican la a Beri id Installation on front passenger seat amp WARNING Never install a rear facing child re straint in the front passenger seat Air bags inflate with great force A rear facing child restraint could be struck by the air bag in a crash and could seriously injure or kill your child If you install a forward facing child re straint in the front passenger seat place the passenger seat as far back as possible A child restraint with a top strap should not be used in the front passenger seat A WARNING e The 3 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 retract
86. e dipstick Add engine oil if necessary amp WARNING e Prolonged and repeated contact with used engine oil may cause skin cancer 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 Oil filter Front D11303 CHANGING ENGINE OIL FILTER 1 Park the vehicle on a level surface and apply the parking brake 2 Turn the engine off 3 Loosen the oil filter with an oil filter wrench Depending on the engine model a special cap type wrench may be required See your NISSAN dealer if in doubt Remove the oil filter by turning it by hand A WARNING Be careful not to burn yourself as the engine oil may be hot 4 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 5 Coat the rubber gasket on the new filter with clean engine oil 6 Screw in the oil filter until a slight resis tance is felt and then tighten an addi tional 2 3 turn 7 Start the engine and check for leakage around the oil filter Correct as required 8 Turn the engine off and wait several minutes Check the oil level Add engine oil if necessary 7 9 AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION FLUID ATF D oA Ps aX DDA ba SAWNA ii NA K SCAN A WARNING e When engine is r
87. e and clutch Uidir 7 11 Window washer fluid ccecseeeseeeeeseeeeeeeees 7 12 BUS NY aeeoe aaa E 7 13 Drive Deltgen 7 14 Spark plug replacement eeeeeeeeeeeeteeeeeeenees 7 14 Air cleaner housing filter eeeeeeeeeeeeeeneeeeeees 7 15 Wiper blades ccceeccecesereeeeeeeeeseeeenseneeeeees 7 16 Parking brake CheCk cceseeeesseeeesseeeeeee 7 17 Brake Pedal ccesecceceeceeeseeeeeseeeeeseeeeeseeeeeees 7 18 Brake DOOStEM ccesccceceeeeeeseeeeseeeeeeeeeeeneneenens 7 19 Clutch pedal tevscisti xin nite 7 19 FUSE Sinnen a tive cece 7 19 F sible liNKS narn 7 21 Light DUDS 22s Seeveccsceneceaccsdsasscatvaceessccettanacseetuteceaty 7 21 Wheels and tires ssririsicosieesiicisriireisissnn 7 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 e Park the vehicle on a level surface apply the parking brake securely and block the wheels to prevent the ve hicle from moving For a manual transmission move the shift lever to Neutral For an automatic transmis sion move the shift lever to P Park e Be sure the ignition key is OFF when performing any parts replace ment or repairs e Do not work under the hood while the engine is hot Turn off t
88. e and stop when the last pro gram is finished e When the compact disc is ejected the play pattern will automatically change to ALL CD EJECT button When the CD EJECT button is pushed with CD EJECT a the compact disc loaded the compact disc will be ejected When this button is pushed while the com pact disc is being played the compact disc will eject and the system will turn off If the compact disc ejects and is not removed within 10 seconds it will be pulled back into the slot to protect it CD DISC indicator light This light comes on when the compact disc is loaded amp CAUTION e During cold weather or rainy days the player may malfunction due to the humidity If this occurs remove the CD and dehumidify or ventilate the player completely e The player may skip while driving on rough roads e The CD player sometimes cannot function when the compartment tem perature is extremely high Decrease the temperature before use e Do not expose the CD to direct sun light 3 21 ANTENNA Power antenna If so equipped The power antenna will automatically ex tend when the radio is turned on and retract when switched off If the radio is left on the antenna will retract and extend with the ignition key OFF ON operation 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 p
89. e indicated on the tire placard located on the inside of the center console 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 a suitable chain between your vehicle and the trailer The chain should be crossed and should be attached to the hitch not to the vehicle bumper or axle Be sure to 9 15 leave enough slack in the chain to permit turning corners Trailer lights Trailer lights should comply with federal and or local regulations When wiring the vehicle for towing connect the stop and tail light pickup into the vehicle electrical circuit Trailer brakes If your trailer is equipped with a braking system make sure it conforms to Federal and or local regulations and that it is prop erly installed amp CAUTION 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 nose down condition check for improper tongue load overload worn suspension or other possible causes of either condi tion Always secure items in the trailer to prevent load shifts while driving Be certain your rear view mirrors conform to all federal state or local regulations If not install any mirr
90. each wheel from locking and sliding By preventing wheel lockup the system helps the driver maintain steering control and helps to mini mize swerving and spinning on slippery surfaces Using the System Depress the brake pedal and hold it down It is not necessary to pump the brake pedal Doing so may result in increased stopping distances Normal operation The anti lock brake system will not operate at speeds below 3 to 6 MPH 5 to 10 km h to completely stop the vehicle The speeds will vary according to road conditions When the anti lock system senses that one or more wheels are close to locking up the actuator under the hood rapidly applies and releases hydraulic pressure like pump ing the brakes very quickly While the ac tuator is working you may feel a pulsation in the brake pedal and hear a noise or vibra tion from the actuator under the hood This is normal and indicates that the anti lock system is working properly However the pulsation may indicate that road conditions are hazardous and extra care is required while driving Self test feature The anti lock brake system is sophisticated with electronic sensors electric pumps and hydraulic solenoids controlled by a com puter The computer has a built in diagnos tic 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 an
91. earches 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 Push the PROG program select button The or lt symbol will illuminate in the display to indicate side of program play Playing and stopping the cassette tape Push the PLAY STOP button while the cas sette tape is playing to stop the tape Push the button again to play the tape Dolby NR noise reduction Push the DO DOLBY NR button for Dolby NR encoded tapes to reduce high frequency tape noise The indicator will come on Dolby NR is manufactured under license from Dolby Laboratories Licensing Corpora tion DOLBY NR and the double D symbol are trademarks of Dolby Laboratories Li censing Corporation If in the clock priority mode when the button is pressed DO and TAPE will illuminate in the display window for about ten seconds The clock mode will then return to the display window Metal or chrome tape usage The cassette player will be automatically set to high performance play when playing a metal or chrome cassette tape Ejecting the cassette tape Push the eject button The cassette tape will automatically come out 3 15 FF APS button FF button DOLBY NR button PROGRAM button REW APS button REW button CD indicator light CD
92. eased braking efficiency and or early brake pad shoe wear 7 31 A WARNING Do not install a deformed wheel or tire even if it has been repaired Such wheels or tires could have structural damage and could fail without warning 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 service should be performed with the wheels off the vehicle Spin balanc ing the front wheels on the vehicle could lead to transmission damage Care of wheels e Wash the wheels when washing the ve hicle to maintain their appearance e Clean the inner side of the wheels when the wheel is changed or the underside of the vehicle is washed e 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 e NISSAN recommends that the road wheels be waxed 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 CAUTION e The T type spare tire should be used only for an emergency It should be replaced by the standard tire at the first opportunity e Drive carefully while the T type spare tire
93. eat resulting in re duced braking efficiency When towing a trailer change the trans mission fluid more frequently See the Maintenance schedule UNIFORM TIRE QUALITY GRADING DOT Department of Transportation 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 from the norm due to variations in driving habits service practices and differ ences in road characteristics and climate Traction A B and C Traction grades are A the highest B and C They represent a tire s ability to stop on wet pavement as measured under con trolled conditions on specified government test surfaces of asphalt and concrete A tire marked with a C may have poor traction performance 9 17 A WARNING The traction grade assigned to your vehicle tires is based on straight line braking traction tests and does not include cornering turning traction 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
94. eereccseoe Three way CatalySt eee eee Tilting steering wheel TIMO CHAIN cs cssccsesatesodsancedsseraedeaoreseeseazsdees Tire Flat ti Gs sis sscvssessersccessciessseraeeessrveicedereet 5 2 Spare tise sesscdensnsewietissevins 5 2 7 32 TING CHAINS cesescetictesteeercerstesesaeumereew essay 7 29 Tire placard Tire pressure Tire r tati ii seisis Uniform tire quality grading 9 17 Wheel tire SIZE saiisine 9 7 Wheels and tireS seeseessssiessesrrererrrnees 7 28 Towing Tow truck tOWING 0 00 eee eects 5 10 Trailer TOWING iiss cisscvessiecsacvscvessintereossens 9 14 Towing load specification chart 9 15 Transmission Automatic transmission fluid ATF Driving with automatic transmission Driving with manual transmission Manual transmission fluid 0 Travel see registering your vehicle in a another country TRIP OGOMOLCM ios sseccsssnc suck weeps teemesnattdinestedende 1 3 Trunk lid lock operation 2 6 gla elle al eepeererpeerrererererecerpert reer rece erecrre creer 1 19 Turn signal switch See headlight and turn signal switch U Uniform tire quality grading 0 0 9 17 Vv Vanity mirror If so equipped 2 31 Vehicle dimensions and weights 9 8 Vehicle identification 0 eee 9 9 Vehicle identification number plate 9 9 Vehicle loading information wi 913 Vehicle TOCOVETY sivccvcssecsccnsctec
95. ehicle 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 6 2 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 Your 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 compounds or cleaners that may damage the vehicle finish e 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 Only use black wax or black shoe polish on black urethane or polypropylene bumpers 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 ava
96. eject button aes z I osc cD ta f Eas Tas EJECT ROG al CD play stop button TAPE play stop button FM AM band select button POWER button Station select button VOLUME control knob TAPE eject button ee jn 3 vie ALL1RANDOM O DNR PMG ppan gg 3 BASS TREB BAL pu FADER 00 TREBLE FADER control knob BASS BALANCE control knob Manual tuning buttons SEEK SCAN tuning butten AHA0502 3 16 AM FM RADIO WITH CASSETTE PLAYER AND COMPACT DISC PLAYER This radio has an FM Diversity reception system which employs two antennas One is a rod type antenna the other is an antenna printed on the rear window This system automatically switches to the an tenna which is receiving the strongest radio signal Power button Turn the ignition key to ACC or ON and then push the POWER button The mode radio tape or CD which was playing imme diately before the system was turned off will resume playing When no CD or tape is loaded the radio will come on Pushing the POWER button again will turn the system off VOL volume control knob Push the VOLUME control knob once to release it from the stowed position then turn to adjust the volume Return the VOLUME control knob to the stowed position by pushing it in completely and releasing TREB TREB S ER ASS R BAS We oa aL FADE as ow PUSH to release TURN to from stowed cont
97. el caps A WARNING Do not use your hands to pry off wheel caps Doing so could result in personal injury Jack up point and placing jack CE1089 Jacking up and removing tire To help avoid personal injury carefully read the caution label attached to the jack body and the following instructions 1 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 jack head between the two notches in the front or the rear as shown Also fit the groove of the jack head between the notches as shown The jack should be used on level firm ground 5 4 2 Loosen each wheel nut one or two turns by turning counterclockwise with the wheel nut wrench Do not remove the wheel nuts until the tire is off the ground Carefully raise the vehicle until the tire clears the ground Remove the wheel nuts and then remove the tire amp WARNING e Never get under the vehicle while it is supported only by the jack CE1092 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 To lift the vehicle securely hold the jack lever and rod with both hands as shown above Use the correct jack up points never use any other part of the vehicle for jack support 5 5 Never jack up the vehicle more than
98. elp reduce the risk or severity of injury in various kinds of accidents IPD061 WARNING The seat belts and the supplemental air bags are most effective when you are sitting back and upright in the seat Air bags inflate with great force If you are unrestrained leaning forward sitting sideways or out of position in any way you are at greater risk of injury or death in a crash 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 use the seatbelts 2 12 IPD062 2 13 IPD064 A WARNING Never let children ride unrestrained as shown in the previous illustrations Children may be severely injured or killed when the supplemental air bag inflates if they are not properly restrained Also never install a rear facing child restraint in the front seat See Child restraints for infants and small chil dren for details Air bag system The driver air bag is located in the center of the steering wheel the front passenger air bag is mounted in the dashboard above the glove box The supplemental air bag system is designed to inflate in higher severity fron tal collisions although it 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 l
99. emission warranty or manufacturer recall liability Other maintenance items and intervals are required 8 6 R R Abbreviations Inspect Correct or replace if necessary MAINTENANCE OPERATION MAINTENANCE INTERVAL Miles x 1 000 7 5 15 22 5 30 37 5 45 52 5 60 Perform at number of miles 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 Chassis and body maintenance Brake lines amp cables l l l l Brake pads discs drums amp linings l l l l Manual amp automatic transmission fluid See NOTE 2 l l l l Steering gear amp linkage axle amp suspension parts I l l l l l l Steering linkage ball joints amp front suspension ball joints I l l l l l l Exhaust system l l l l l l l l Front drive shaft boots l l l l l l l l Air bag system See NOTE 1 NOTE 1 Inspect the supplemental air bag system 10 years after the date of manufacture as noted on the certification label located on the left front door pillar 2 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 8 7 SCHEDULE 2 Abbreviations R Replace Inspect Correct or replace if necessary At the mileage intervals only MAINTENANCE OPERATION MAINTENANCE INTERVAL i Miles x 1 000 7 5 15 22 5 30 37 5 45 52 5 60 B a AATE RR p
100. en handling the bulb do not touch the glass envelope Replacing the headlight bulb 1 Open the engine hood 2 Disconnect the negative battery cable 3 Disconnect the electrical connector from the rear end of the bulb 4 Turn the bulb cover counterclockwise then remove it o Pull off the rubber cap o gt Push and turn the retaining pin to loosen it 7 Remove the headlight bulb Do not shake or rotate the bulb when removing it 8 Install the new bulb in the reverse order of removal e Be sure the lip of the rubber cap contacts the headlight body DO NOT TOUCH THE BULB CAUTION e Use the same number and wattage as originally installed Wattage 60 55 Bulb No HB2 e Aiming is not necessary after replac ing the bulb e Do not leave the bulb out of the headlight reflector for a long period of time as dust moisture and smoke may enter the headlight body and affect the performance of the head light e Adjusting screw SS Eh vertical a IC Headlamp LH _ 7 This is not an adjusting screw Do not turn this screw A ADI0085 HEADLIGHT AIMING ADJUSTMENT Before performing aiming adjustment make sure of the following a Keep all tires inflated to correct pressure b Place vehicle on level ground c See that vehicle is unloaded except for full levels of coolant engine oil and fuel and spare tire jack and tools Have the driver or equiva
101. en the vehicle attains the speed you desire release the switch c Push then quickly release the ACCEL set switch Each time you do this the set speed will increase by about 1 MPH 1 6 km h To reset at a slower cruising speed use one of the following three methods c Push 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 then quickly release the COAST SET switch Each time you do this the set speed will decrease by about 1 MPH 1 6 km h COAST SET or CANCEL switch lo cated on the steering wheel To properly set the cruise control system perform the steps above in the order indicated Avoid using the cruise control when driving under the following conditions when itis not possible to keep the vehicle at set speed e in heavy traffic or in traffic that varies in speed on winding roads or hilly roads BREAK IN SCHEDULE During the first 1 000 miles 1 600 km 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 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 o
102. erent 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 will in dicate when service is needed However if you drive very little your vehicle should be serviced at the regular time intervals shown in the schedule After 60 000 miles 96 000 km or 48 months continue periodic maintenance at the same mileage time intervals SCHEDULE 1 Follow Periodic Maintenance Schedule 1 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 remaining below freezing e Operating in hot weather in stop and go rush hour traffic 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 carrier SCHEDULE 2 Follow Periodic Maintenance Schedule 2 if none of the driving conditions shown in Schedule 1 apply to your driving habits 8 5 SCHEDULE 1 Abbreviations R Replace Inspect Correct or replace if necessary At the mileage intervals only MAINTENANCE OPERATION MAINTENAN
103. frequently the system should be thoroughly checked by your NISSAN dealer A CAUTION e Use only new fluid Old inferior or contaminated fluid may damage the brake and clutch systems The use of improper fluids can damage the brake system and affect the vehi cle s stopping ability 7 11 Clutch fluid reservoir DI1348 e Do not spill the fluid on painted sur faces This will damage the paint If fluid is spilled wash with water WINDOW WASHER FLUID For Canada For USA mi DI1308 Add fluid when the low washer fluid warning light comes on Add a washer solvent to the water for better cleaning In the winter sea son add a windshield washer anti freeze Follow the manufacturers instructions for the mixture ratio amp CAUTION Do not substitute engine anti freeze coolant for windshield washer solution This may result in damage to the paint To check the fluid level use your finger to plug the center hole of the cap assembly as shown above then remove it from the tank If there is no fluid in the tube add fluid Add a washer solvent to the water for better 7 12 cleaning In the winter season add a wind shield washer anti freeze Follow the manu facturer s instructions for the mixture ratio BATTERY e Keep the battery surface clean and dry Any corrosion should be washed off with a solution of baking soda and water Make certain the terminal con
104. g system operation The warning system will give the following alarm The headlights blink and the horn sounds intermittently In addition the starter mo tor will not operate e The alarm automatically turns off after 2 to 3 minutes however the alarm will reactivate if the vehicle is tampered with again The alarm can be shut off by unlocking a door or trunk lid with the key The alarm is activated by e Opening the door or trunk lid without using the key even if the door is un locked by releasing the door inside lock switch or opening the trunk lid by oper ating the opener lever Opening the hood e Pushing in or pulling out of the key cylinder on the door or trunk lid How to stop the alarm The alarm will stop only by unlocking a door or the trunk lid with the key The alarm will not stop if the ignition switch is turned to ACC or ON If the system does not operate as de scribed above have it checked by your NISSAN dealer 1 9 WINDSHIELD WIPER AND WASHER SWITCH Type A 4 Intermittent Low speed High speed Wa PULL to wash Type B Turn intermittent time control knob Ae a PULL to wash Low speed L High speed Push the lever down to operate the wind shield wipers Pull the lever toward you to operate the washer AIC0079 Intermittent operation can be adjusted from 2 to approximately 20 seconds by turning the knob Type B only
105. g the fan control to high and setting the temperature control to the HOT position Trailer towing requires more fuel than normal circumstances Avoid towing a trailer for the first 500 miles 800 km Have your vehicle serviced more often 9 16 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 will ad versely affect vehicle trailer handling possibly causing vehicle sway When being passed by larger vehicles be pre pared for possible changes in crosswinds that could affect vehicle handling If swaying does occur firmly grip the steer ing wheel steer straight ahead and im mediately but gradually reduce vehicle speed This combination will help stabi lize the vehicle Never increase speed Be careful when passing other vehicles Passing while towing a trailer requires considerably more distance than normal passing Remember the length of the trailer must also pass the other vehicle before you can safely change lanes To maintain engine braking efficiency and electrical charging performance do not use fifth gear manual transmission or overdrive automatic transmission e Avoid holding the brake pedal down too long or too frequently This could cause the brakes to overh
106. h includes an anti theft steering lock device LOCK Normal parking position 0 The key can only be removed when the ignition switch is in this position On manual transmission models to turn the ignition key to LOCK from ACC or ON turn the key to OFF and press in the key release button then turn the key to LOCK In order for the steering wheel to be locked it must be turned about 1 8 of a turn coun terclockwise from the straight up position 4 4 Automatic transmission model ASD0023 Automatic transmission On automatic transmission models the igni tion lock is designed so the key cannot be turned to LOCK and removed until the shift lever is moved to the P Park posi tion When removing the key from the ignition make sure the shift lever is in the P Park position When the key cannot be turned to the LOCK position proceed as follows to re move the key 1 Move the shift lever into the P Park position 2 Turn the ignition key slightly in the ON direction 3 Turn the key toward the LOCK posi tion 4 Remove the key If the key is removed from the ignition switch the shift lever cannot be moved from P Park The shift lever can be moved if the ignition switch is in the ACC posi tion The shift lever can also be moved if the ignition switch is in the ON posi tion and the foot brake ped
107. hange 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 en gines 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 9 5 repeated short distance driving at cold outside temperatures driving in dusty conditions extensive idling towing a trailer RECOMMENDED SAE VISCOSITY NUMBER temperature is above 0 F 18 C Outside Temperature Range Anticipated Before Next Oil Change GASOLINE ENGINE OIL gt 38 f 100 ae 4a 9 32 ee 4 18 0 10W 30 os an NZ 5W 30 PREFERRED AT1I0509 e SAE 5W 30 viscosity oil is preferred for all temperatures SAE 10W 30 vis cosity oil may be used if the ambient Outside Temperature Range Anticipated Before Next Oil Change GEAR OIL O 75W 80W 75W 90 80w 90 ATI10510 e 80W 90 is preferable for a
108. he engine and wait until it cools down e Your vehicle is equipped with an au tomatic engine cooling fan It may come on at any time without warning even if the ignition key is in the OFF position and the engine is not run ning To avoid injury always discon nect the negative battery cable before working near the fan If you must work with the engine run ning keep your hands clothing hair and tools away from moving fans belts and any other moving parts It is advisable to remove ties and any jewelry such as rings watches etc before working on your vehicle If you must run the engine in an en closed space such as a garage be sure there is proper ventilation for exhaust gases Never get under the vehicle while it is supported only by a jack If it is nec essary to work under the vehicle sup port it with safety stands Keep smoking materials flame and sparks away from fuel and the battery Never connect or disconnect either the battery or any transistorized com ponent connector while the ignition is on On gasoline engine models with the Multiport Fuel Injection MFI system the fuel filter or fuel lines should be serviced by a NISSAN dealer because 7 2 the fuel lines are under high pressure even when the engine is off e Failure to follow these or other com mon sense guidelines may lead to serious injury or vehicle damage e Improperly disposed motor oil and or other vehicle fluids
109. he front or rear of the vehicle Never pull 5 11 on the vehicle at a sideways angle e Pulling devices such as ropes or canvas straps are not recommended for use in vehicle towing or recovery 6 Appearance and interior care Cleaning exterior and interior c ccceeeeee 6 2 Corrosion protection cccccceeesseeeeteeeeseeeeees 6 5 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 e After driving on coastal roads e When things such as soot bird drop pings tree sap metal particles or bugs get on the paint surface When dust or mud builds up on the surface Whenever possible store or park your 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 the body cover Washing Wash dirt off with a wet sponge and plenty of water Clean the vehicle thoroughly using a mild soap or detergent a special vehicle soap or general purpose dish washing liq uid mixed with clean lukewarm never hot water A CAUTION Do not use strong household soap strong chemical detergents gasoline or solvents Rinse the v
110. he fusible link cover Remove the fuse with the fuse puller If the fuse is open replace it with a new fuse Never use a fuse of higher amperage rating than that specified on the fuse box cover 6 If a new fuse also opens have the elec trical system checked and repaired by your NISSAN dealer Spare fuses LI PULL to open Passenger compartment If any electrical equipment does not oper ate check for an open fuse 1 Be sure the ignition key and the headlight switch are OFF 2 Open the fuse box cover 3 Remove the fuse with the fuse puller 4 If the fuse is open replace it with a new fuse Never use a fuse of higher amperage rating than that specified on the fuse box cover 7 20 OK all OPEN Lebel Fuse puller 5 If a new fuse also opens have the elec trical system checked and repaired by your NISSAN dealer FUSIBLE LINKS Fusible links DI1315 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 LIGHT BULBS Bulb cover HEADLIGHTS The headlight is a semi sealed beam type which uses a replaceable headlight halo gen bulb amp CAUTION High pressure halogen gas is sealed inside the halogen bulb The bulb may break if the glass envelope is scratched or the bulb is dropped Wh
111. he 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 properly posi tioned in the footwell to prevent interference with pedal operation Mats should be main tained 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 Do not allow wet belts to roll up in the retractor NEVER use bleach dye or chemical solvents since these may severely weaken the seat belt webbing CORROSION PROTECTION Most common factors contributing to vehicle corrosion 1 The accumulation of moisture retaining dirt and debris in body panel sections cavities and other areas 2 Damage to paint and other protective coatings caused by gravel and stone chips or minor traffic accidents Environmental factors which influ ence the rate of corrosion Moisture Accumulation of sand dirt and water on the vehicle body underside can accelerate cor rosion Wet floor coverings will not dry com pletely inside the vehicle and should be removed for drying to avoid floor panel corrosion Relative humidity Corrosion will be accelerated e In areas of high relative humidity e especially in those areas where the tem peratures stay above freezi
112. ilable at your NISSAN dealer or any automotive accessory store Underbody In areas where road salt is used in winter the underbody must be cleaned regularly This will prevent dirt and salt from building up and causing underbody and suspension corrosion Before winter and again in the spring the underseal must be checked and if necessary re treated High mounted stop light removal ae 7 Ly PUSH toward right and PULL to remove AI1009M Cleaning glass When cleaning the rear window it may be easier to clean if the high mounted stop light is removed first Be careful when removing the high mounted stop light to reduce the risk of damaging the high mounted stop light wires The high mounted stop light must be prop erly reinstalled before driving your vehicle 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 6 3 after the vehicle is parked in the hot sun Glass cleaner and a soft cloth will easily remove this film amp 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 electrical conductors or rear win dow defogger elements Cleaning alloy wheels Wash regularly especially during winter months in areas where road salt is used Salt could discolor the wheel if not removed Chrome parts Clean all chr
113. improve the defogging per formance AIR FLOW CHARTS The charts on the following pages show the switch and lever positions for MAXIMUM and QUICK heating cooling or defrosting Defrosting Air ee Defogging A T Air passed through heater AA core Air recirculation button Air flow control buttons a CE ae COLD Cameo HOT m IH Fan control dial Temperature control lever Air conditioning button Air Air Temp button recirculation control control mead Heating Air outlets Heated air at center vents 4 Air passed through heater core Air recirculation button Air flow control buttons eg cy a e 2 S Air Temp Fan control control control DFE ed HOT RIGH FACE g Heating ie No air at center vents 4 Air passed through heater core Air recirculation button Air flow control buttons CEO 1 hA a Se COLD C JARON O HoT D SS Temperature control lever Air conditioning button i Air Temp Fan recirculation control control control HOT OFF FOOT 3 7 Cooling Air not passed through heater core Air recirculation button Air flow control buttons H eed 908 COLD oT 3 jS Fan control dial Temperature control lever Air conditioning button Air Air Temp Fa
114. ing brake inspections see the appropriate maintenance schedule information in the Maintenance Schedule section of this manual 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 continue on to next step While depressing the brake pedal start the engine The pedal height should drop a little With the brake pedal depressed stop the engine Keep the pedal depressed for about 30 seconds The pedal height should not change 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 your NISSAN dealer CLUTCH PEDAL 0 35 to 0 63 in 9 to 16 mm Press the pedal by hand and be sure the free travel is within the limits shown above If free travel is out of the range shown above see your NISSAN dealer 7 19 ADIO528 PULL to remove AS Engine compartment If the electrical equipment does not come on check for an open fuse 1 a A O MN Be sure the ignition key and the headlight switch are OFF Open the engine hood Remove t
115. ion Button Depress button to shift Shift without PU depressing button 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 CAUTION e 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 e Avoid revving up the engine while the vehicle is stopped This could cause unexpected vehicle movement 4 6 y D DD a NOZ ZDJD gqeqce ASD0510 Driving precautions To help prevent transmission damage e Do not depress the accelerator pedal while shifting from P or N to R D 2 or 1 Always depress the brake pedal until shifting is completed Never shift to P or R while the vehicle is moving e When stopping the vehicle on an up hill grade do not hold the vehicle by depressing the accelerator pedal The foot brakes should be used for this purpose Push the button to shift into P R or from D to 2 All other positions can be se lected without pushing the button P Park Use this position when the vehicle is parked or when starting the engine Always be sure the vehicle is at a complete stop For maxi mum safety depress the brake pedal then push in the select lever button and move the shift lever to the P posit
116. ion Apply the parking brake When parking on a hill apply the parking brake first then move the shift lever into the P 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 ACC position 4 Depress the brake pedal move the gear shift lever to N Neutral and start the engine These instructions for starting the vehicle in N Neutral position should only be used until service can be obtained R Reverse Use this position to back up Always be sure the vehicle is completely stopped With the brake pedal depressed push in the select lever button and move the shift lever to the R position N Neutral In Neutral neither forward nor reverse gear is engaged The engine can be started in this position You may shift to N 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 shift into the 2 position at speeds over 74 MPH 119 Km h Do not exceed 74 MPH 119 Km h in the 2 position 4 7 1
117. is installed Avoid sharp turns and abrupt braking while driving e Periodically check tire inflation pres sure and always keep it at 60 psi 420 kPa 4 2 bar Do not drive your vehicle at speeds faster than 50 MPH 80 km h 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 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 chains 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 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 7 32 e Do not use the T type spare tire on other vehicles e Do not use more than one T type spare tire at the same time e Do not tow a trailer while the T type spare tire is installed 8 Maintenance schedule General maintenance ccccccccceeeeeeeeeseeeeeee 8 2 Periodic maintenance schedules cc006 8 5 Your new NISSAN has been designed to have minimum maintenance requirements with longer service inte
118. is turned off Check the lines for proper attachment leaks cracks etc Automatic transmission fluid level Check the level after putting the shift lever in P with the engine idling 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 a qualified individual See the carbon mon oxide warning in the Starting and driving section Underbody The underbody is frequently exposed to corrosive substances such as those used on icy roads or to control dust It 8 4 is very important to remove these sub stances otherwise rust will form on the floor pan frame fuel lines and around the ex haust system At the end of winter the underbody should be thoroughly flushed with plain water being careful to clean those areas where mud and dirt may accu mulate See the Appearance and interior care section for additional information Fluid leaks Check under the vehicle for fuel oil water or other fluid leaks after the vehicle has been parked for a while Water dripping from the air conditioner after use is normal If you should notice any leaks or if gasoline fumes are evident check for the cause and have it corrected immediately PERIODIC MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES To ensure smooth trouble free safe and economical driving NISSAN provides two diff
119. issan A C System Oil Type R or exact equivalent 6 2 For further details see Recommended SAE engine oil viscosity 3 For further details see Recommended SAE gear oil viscosity 4 Dexron Ill Mercon or equivalent may also be used Outside the Continental United States and Alaska contact a Nissan dealership for more information regarding suitable fluids ineuang recom mended brand s of Dexron Ill Mercon or Dexron IIE Mercon Automatic Transmission 5 Available in mainland USA through your Nissan dealer uid 9 2 6 For further details see Air conditioner specifi cation label FUEL RECOMMENDATION All models are designed to operate on un leaded gasoline with an octane rating of at least 87 AKI Anti Knock Index number Research octane number 91 amp CAUTION Using a fuel other than that specified could adversely affect the emission control devices and systems and could also affect warranty coverage 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 an
120. ke pads discs drums amp linings Manual amp automatic transmission fluid Steering gear linkage axle amp suspension parts Exhaust system Front drive shaft boots Air bag system See NOTE 1 NOTE 1 Inspect the supplemental air bag system 10 years after the date of manufacture located on the left front door pillar 7 5 12 6 15 24 12 MAINTENANCE INTERVAL 22 5 36 18 30 48 24 37 5 45 52 5 60 60 72 84 96 30 36 42 48 as noted on the certification label EXPLANATION OF MAINTENANCE ITEMS Additional information on the following items marked with is found in the Do it yourself operations section Emission control system maintenance Drive belts Check drive belts for wear fraying or cracking and also for proper ten sion Replace the drive belts if damaged Air cleaner filter Under normal driving conditions the air cleaner filter should be replaced in accordance with the mainte nance schedule However driving the ve hicle in dusty areas may cause more rapid clogging of the element Consequently the element may have to be replaced more frequently Vapor lines Check vapor lines and con nections for failure or looseness If leaks are found replace them Fuel lines Check the fuel hoses piping and connections for leaks looseness or deterioration Replace any parts if they are damaged Fuel filter If the vehicle is operated under ex
121. kyo Japan in 1933 and Nissan affiliates world wide collectively growing to become the fourth largest 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 in U S A in 1960 continuing with the production of some cars and trucks at one of the world s most modern manufacturing facilities in Smyrna Ten nessee vehicle styling at Nissan Design Interna tional in San Diego California and engineering at Nissan Research and Development in Farm ington Hills Michigan Nissan Motor Corporation in U S A and its deal ers employ about 50 000 Americans Nissan is also a substantial contributor to the Canadian economy Nissan Canada Inc and its 200 dealers and suppliers employ approximately 4 000 people These include company employ ees and the staffs of Nissan dealers all across Canada In addition many Canadians work for companies that supply Nissan and Nissan deal ers with materials and services ranging from the operation of port facilities and transportation ser vices 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
122. ld restraint from side to side and tug it forward to make sure that 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 is properly secured prior to each use If the lap 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 the automatic 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 TILTING STEERING WHEEL OUTSIDE MIRROR REMOTE CONTROL OUTSIDE MIRRORS ADJUST PD1028 Tilt operation 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 amp WARNING Do not adjust the steering wheel while driving whe Com PUSH to adjust left mirror LEFT PUSH to adjust right mirror PD1322 The outside mirror remote control will only operate when the ignition switch is in the ACC or ON position Push the right or left end of the switch to select the right or left outside mirror and then adjust using the control lever Objects viewed in the outside mirror on the
123. 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 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
124. lent weight placed in driv ers seat 7 22 O MEON COR O A x Optimal Vertical indicator ADI0526 Low beam 1 Open the hood 2 Adjust the vertical indicator by turning the adjusting screw with a Phillips screw driver The bubble in the gauge should be centered on the 0 mark Horizontal indicator Indicator Red line line Indicator line Red line OK Optimal OK ADI0096 3 Adjust the horizontal indicator by turning the adjusting screw with a Phillips screw driver The inner red line with the 0 mark should align with the indicator line Never turn screw as indicated in earlier illustration ADJUSTMENT AFTER HEADLIGHT ASSEMBLY REPLACEMENT If the vehicle has had front body repair and the headlight assembly has been replaced the aiming should be checked using the aiming chart as shown in the illustration a Adjust headlights so that main axis of light is parallel to center line of body and is aligned with point P shown in the illustration b Dotted lines in illustration show cen ter of headlight H Horizontal center line of head lights W Distance between each head light center L Distance between the headlights and the wall that the lights are tested against 7 620 mm 300 00 in C Distance below the horizontal center line of the light H used in determining the main axis of light
125. lock all doors Driver s side LA UNLOCK LOCK APD0521 To lock from the outside without a key push the door lock button driver side only or the door lock lever driver or passenger side then close the door When locking the door this way be certain not to leave the key inside the vehicle All doors will automatically unlock with the key in the ignition 2 3 Front passenger side UNLOCKED _ APD0527 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 may inadvert ently activate switches PD1101 CHILD SAFETY REAR DOOR LOCK Child safety locks help prevent rear doors from being opened accidentally especially when small children are in the vehicle When the lever on each rear door is in the lock position the door can be opened only from the outside 2 4 HOOD RELEASE GLOVE BOX 1 Pull the hood lock release handle located below the instrument panel the hood will then spring up slightly 2 Push the lever at the front of the h
126. maneuvers Engine block heater A WARNING Do not use your heater if so equipped with an ungrounded electrical system or two pronged cheater adapters You can be injured by an electrical shock if you use an ungrounded connection 4 18 5 In case of emergency Flat tine eieae a e T EE 5 2 Jump startinis aiie 5 7 Pushi startin esscr iore 5 8 If your vehicle overheats eeeeeeeeeeeereeeeeees 5 9 TOW TrUCK TOWING dcssin 5 10 FLAT TIRE If you have a flat tire follow the instructions below Stopping the vehicle 1 Safely move the vehicle off the road away from traffic 2 Turn on the hazard warning flashers 3 Park on a level surface and apply the parking brake Shift the manual transmis sion into reverse automatic transmission in P Turn off the engine amp WARNING e Make sure that the parking brake is securely applied and the manual transmission is shifted into reverse automatic transmission in P Never change tires when the vehicle is on a slope ice or slippery areas This is dangerous Never change tires if oncoming traf fic is close to your vehicle Wait for professional road assistance e Raise the hood to warn other traffic and to signal professional road as sistance personnel that you need assistance e Have all passengers get out of the vehicle and stand in a safe place away from traffic and clear of the vehicle 5 2
127. mbient tem peratures below 104 F 40 C 9 6 AIR CONDITIONING SYSTEM REFRIGERANT AND LUBRICANT RECOMMENDATIONS The air conditioning system in this NIS SAN vehicle must be charged with the refrigerant HFC 134a R 134a and the lubricant NISSAN A C system oil Type R or the exact equivalents 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 new refrigerant HFC 134a R 134a in your NISSAN vehicle will not harm the earth s ozone layer Although this refriger ant does not affect the earth s atmosphere certain government regulations require the recovery and recycling of any refrigerant during automotive air conditioning system service Your NISSAN dealer has the trained technicians and equipment needed to recover and recycle your air conditioning system refrigerant Contact your NISSAN dealer when servic ing your air conditioning system ENGINE Model Type Cylinder arrangement KA24DE Gasoline 4 cycle DOHC 4 cylinder in line Bore x Stroke in mm 3 504 x 3 780 89 0 x 96 0 Displacement cu in cm 145 7 2 389 Firing order 1 3 4 2 ale spoed TERS See the Emission Control Ignition timing B T D C degree rpm Label on the underside of CO percentage at idle speed No air theihood Spark plug BKR5E 11 Standard BKR6E 11 BKR7E 11 Cold Camshaft operation Timing Chain Spark plug gap in mm
128. 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 q ATI0020 VEHICLE IDENTIFICATION NUMBER PLATE The vehicle identification number plate is attached as shown This number is the identification for your vehicle and is used in the vehicle registration VEHICLE IDENTIFICATION NUMBER Chassis number The number is stamped as shown 9 9 aa T11068 ENGINE SERIAL NUMBER The number is stamped on the engine as shown F M V S S CERTIFICATION LABEL The Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Stan dards F M V S S certification label is af fixed as shown This label contains valuable vehicle information such as Gross Vehicle Weight Ratings GVWR Gross Axle Weight Rating GAWR month and year of manufacture Vehicle Identification Number VIN etc Review it carefully 9 10 EMISSION CONTROL INFORMATION LABEL The emission control information label is attached as shown ATIO506 TIRE PLACARD AIR
129. ment procedures All other lights are either type A B C or D When replacing a bulb first remove the lens and or cover Frent turn signal light Comering light park light Front side marker light LH side RH side 99 amp PUSH an PUSH toward left then remove Front Front PUSH Interior light Type B Rear combination light Le REMOVE amp TURN Back up light Turn signal light Rear side marker light High mounted stop light Rear window rear carpet License plate light Trunk tight 7 27 Q PUSH toward right and PULL to remove 4 ay LOOSEN Vly ADI0503S WHEELS AND TIRES Front fog light PUSH then remove DI1352 Max inflation pressure Z DI1033M If you have a flat tire see the In case of emergency section Maximum inflation pressure Do not exceed the maximum inflation pres sures shown on the side wall of the tire Tire inflation pressure Periodically check the tire pressure includ ing spare Incorrect tire pressure may ad versely affect tire life and vehicle handling Tire pressure should be checked when tires are COLD Tires are considered COLD after the vehicle has been parked for three or 7 28 more hours or driven less than 1 mile 1 6 km COLD tire pressures are shown on the tire placard affixed to the center console lid amp CAUTION The
130. my mode provides cli mate control without activating the air con ditioning When only heating of the passen ger compartment is desired use this mode 1 Push the ECON switch on ECON will be displayed 2 Push the temperature set button Y or A to set the desired temperature e The temperature of the passenger com partment will be maintained as selected by the temperature set button Air flow distribution and fan speed are also con trolled automatically in an effort to reach the desired termperature e Do not select a temperature setting lower than the outside air temperature Due to the absence of air conditioning operation it is possible that the selected interior temperature may not be achieved e ECON mode is not recommended if win dows are fogging up If the windows begin to fog up while using the ECON mode use the procedures outlined in Dehumified defogging Dehumidified defogging 1 Push the DEF switch on The indicator light will come on 2 Push the temperature set button Y or A to set the desired temperature e To quickly remove ice or fog from the outside of the windows push the manual fan control switch amp and set to the maximum position f e As soon as possible after the windshield is clean push the AUTO switch to return to the auto mode e When the DEF switch is pushed the air conditioning will automatically be turned on at outside temperatures a
131. n recirculation control control control COLD LEFT FACE HEATER AND AIR CONDITIONER AUTOMATIC If so equipped AUTO switch Manual fan control switches Display ECON switch AUTO ECON DOWN ge U z o o La DEF switch Air recirculation Pee Temperature set switch OFF switch buttons Controls Start the engine and operate the controls to activate the climate control system amp WARNING The air conditioning cooling function op erates only when the engine is running Cooling and or dehumidified heat ing Auto mode This mode may be used throughout the year as the system automatically works to main tain the customer selected temperature Air Manual air flow control switch AHA0523 flow distribution and fan speed are also controlled automatically e USA models will display set temperature in F Canadian models will display set temperature in C 1 Push the AUTO switch on AUTO will be displayed as well as the previously selected temperature in the passenger compartment 2 Push the temperature set button Y or A to set the desired temperature e Adjust the temperature set button to about 75 F 24 C for normal operation 3 8 e The temperature of the passenger com partment will be maintained automati cally Air flow distribution and fan speed are also controlled automatically Heating ECON mode The ECON econo
132. n the license plate to the bracket are not included in the attaching hardware that comes with the bracket VEHICLE LOADING INFORMATION amp WARNING 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 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 Determining Vehicle Load Capacity The load capacity of this vehicle is determined 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
133. nation SG or SH or in combina tion with other categories for example SG CC or SG CD may also be used if one with the API CERTIFICATION MARK cannot 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 at the same time 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 it is important that the engine oil viscosity be selected based on the temperatures at which the vehicle will be operated before the next oil change The chart Recom mended SAE viscosity number shows the recommended oil viscosities for the ex pected ambient temperatures Choosing an oil viscosity other than that recommended could cause serious engine damage Selecting the correct oil filter Your new vehicle is equipped with a high quality genuine NISSAN oil filter When replacing use the genuine oil filter or its equivalent for the reason described in Change intervals Change intervals The oil and oil filter c
134. necessary Never use blocks on or under the jack Do not start or run engine while vehicle is on the jack as it may cause the vehicle to move Do not allow passengers to stay in the vehicle while it is on the jack Do not raise the vehicle using a bumper jack Never run the engine with the wheels off the ground It may cause the vehicle to move This is especially true for vehicles with limited slip differential carriers CE1030 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 operations section 1 Clean any mud or dirt from the surface between the wheel and hub 2 Carefully put the wheel on and install the wheel nuts finger tight 3 With the wheel nut wrench tighten wheel nuts alternately and evenly until they are tight 4 Lower the vehicle slowly until the tire touches the ground Then with the wheel nut wrench tighten the wheel nuts se curely in the sequence as illustrated 5 6 TURN to tighten CE1082 CAUTION e As soon as possible tighten the wheel nuts to the specified torque with a torque wrench Wheel nut tightening torque 72 to 87 ft lb 98 to 118 Nm e Adjust tire pressure to the COLD pressure Cold pressure can be determined after vehicle has been parked for three hours or more or driven less than 1 mile 1 6 km CO
135. nections are clean and securely tightened e Ifthe vehicle is not to be used for 30 days or longer disconnect the negative battery terminal cable to prevent dis charge amp WARNING Do not expose the battery to flames or electrical sparks Hydrogen gas gener ated by battery action is explosive Do not allow battery fluid to contact your skin eyes fabrics or painted surfaces After touching a battery or battery cap do not touch or rub your eyes Thor oughly wash your hands If the acid contacts your eyes skin or clothing immediately flush with water for at least 15 minutes and seek medical at tention PUSH to remove ADIO0500 1 To remove the cap gently pry between the battery cap and cover as illustrated Use a cloth to protect the battery case 7 13 Cell Black battery ZAN JAN ia V S OK Add ae B Max Indicator DI1310 2 Check the fluid level in each cell If it is necessary to add fluid add only distilled water to bring the level up to the OK level indicator in each filler opening Do not overfill 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 your NISSAN dealer DRIVE BELTS SPARK PLUG REPLACEMENT Power steering fluid pump Generator Water pump Crank pulley Air conditioning v Tension checking poin
136. nering light Front fog light switch oo 1 13 Headlight and turn signal switch 1 11 Headlights acces ciccistasses cassesadsinissacsceas Interior light Light bulbs E SPOME eiaa a RAK E oa Warning indicator lights and chimes 1 5 Lock Child safety rear door lock 006 2 4 DOOM OCKO cissie 2 2 Fuel filler lid lock operation 0 2 7 Glove box Power GOOF lo kK ismernie Power window lock switch Trunk lid lock operation Maintenance General maintenance eeeeees Inside the Vehicle ceceeeeeeeeeeetteeees Outside the vehicle eseeeeee Periodic maintenance schedules Seat belt maintenance Under the hood and vehicle Malfunction indicator light Manual antenna ccccccccccccsssseeeeeeeeeneee Manual transmission Driving with manual transmission Manual transmission fluid 00 Map light See spotlight Meters and Gauges cssscssesccessessessees Mirror INSIDE MINOT sinerien Outside mirror remote control Outside Mirrors ccccecesseeesteeeeeeeees Vanity mirror If so equipped 0 Octane rating See fuel OdOMCIER soii reenen SENEE Oil Capacities and recommended f ellubricantS isnin Changing engine Oil eee eeeeeeeeeees 7 8 Changing engine oil filter ee 7 9 Checking engine oil level n 7 7 ENGIN OU Soc cescss ceca cyacetesacede dead dra
137. ng where atmospheric pollution exists 6 5 where road salt is used Temperature A temperature increase will accelerate the rate of corrosion to those parts which are not well ventilated Air pollution Industrial pollution the presence of salt in the air in coastal areas or heavy road salt use will accelerate the corrosion process Road salt will also accelerate the disintegra tion of paint surfaces To protect your vehicle from corrosion e 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 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 Never allow water or other liquids to come in contact with electronic com ponents inside the vehicle 6 6 7 Do it yourself operations Maintenance precautions eeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeees 7 2 Engine compartment check locations 7 3 Engine Cooling SYSteM eeeeeeeeseeeeeeneeeeeees 7 4 Brgine oil is lt cvccevees casey sidasceeed ates actced teisiniais 7 7 Automatic transmission fluid ATF 7 9 Power steering fluid ceescceeseseeeeeeeeeeeeerees 7 11 Brak
138. nly and adjust the air flow direction of ventilators Air recirculation button Air flow control buttons Fan control dial Air conditioning button Temperature control lever AHA0030 CONTROLS Fan control dial This dial turns the fan on and off and controls fan speed 1 is low 4 is high 3 2 Air flow control buttons These buttons allow you to select the air flow outlets gt 9 Air flows from center and side ventilators Ww Air flows from center and side ventilators and foot outlets Na Air flows mainly from foot outlets J Air flows from defroster outlets and foot outlets Gy Air flows mainly from defroster outlets Temperature control lever This lever allows you to adjust the tempera ture of the outlet air Air recirculation button OFF position Outside air is drawn into the passenger compartment and distributed through the selected outlet Use this position for normal heater or air conditioning operation ON position Indicator light on Interior air is recirculated inside the vehicle Push the air recirculation button to the ON position when driving on a dusty road or to avoid traffic fumes and for maximum cooling when using the air conditioning A WARNING 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 conditioning bu
139. not use the switch while moving on the highway unless unusual cir cumstances force you to drive so slowly that your vehicle might be come a hazard to other traffic e Some state laws may prohibit the use of the hazard warning flasher switch while driving e Turn signals do not work when the switch is operating The hazard warning flasher can be actuated with the ignition switch either OFF or ON CIGARETTE LIGHTER AND ASHTRAY O PUSH to remove accessory AIC0509 PULL to remove The cigarette lighter element is an acces sory A genuine NISSAN Cigarette Lighter or equivalent can be purchased from your local 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 will spring out Return the lighter to its original position after use A 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 amp WARNING The cigarette lighter should not be used while driving in order that full attention may be given to the driving operation CUP HOLDER U PULL AIC0087 To open pull out the cup holder To close push in the cup holder The cup holder and the ashtray cannot be used at the same time Close the ashtray before using the
140. ns outlined in the BREAK IN SCHEDULE In formation found in the Starting and Driving section 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 Engine oil 7 7 Windshield washer fluid 7 12 Engine coolant 7 4 Hood release 2 5 Audio system 3 10 Air conditioning 3 2 Seats 2 9 Meters and gauges 1 2 Spare tire 5 2 7 31 Seat belts 2 17 Trunk release 2 6 Fuel filler lid release 2 7 Fuel recommendation 9 2 AGS0501 10 8
141. o help prevent damage e Do not use leaded gasoline Deposits from leaded gasoline will se riously reduce the three way cata lyst s ability to help reduce exhaust pollutants e Keep your engine tuned up Malfunc tions in the ignition fuel injection or electrical systems can cause overrich fuel flow into the catalyst causing it to overheat Do not keep driving if the engine misfires or if noticeable loss of performance or other unusual op erating conditions are detected Have the vehicle inspected promptly by an authorized NISSAN dealer e Avoid driving with an extremely low fuel level Running out of fuel could cause the engine to misfire damaging the three way catalyst e Do not race the engine while warming it up e Do not push or tow your vehicle to start the engine Avoiding Collision and Rollover Failure to operate this vehicle in a safe and prudent manner may result in loss of control or an accident Be alert and drive defen sively at all times Obey all traffic regula tions 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 a loss of control could result in a collision with other vehicles or objects or cause the vehicle to roll over particularly if the loss of control causes the vehicle to slide sideways Be attentive at all times and avoid driving when tired Never drive when
142. ome parts regularly with a non abrasive chrome polish to maintain the finish Plastic parts Plastic parts can be cleaned with a mild soap solution If the dirt cannot be easily removed use a plastic cleaner Do not use solvents Cleaning interior Occasionally remove loose dust from the interior trim 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 manufacturer s recommendations Some fabric protectors contain chemicals that may stain or bleach the seat material A CAUTION e Never use benzine thinner or any similar material e The leather seats should be regu larly coated with a leather wax like saddle soap Never use car wax e Never use fabric protectors unless recommended by the manufacturer 6 4 Floor mat bracket A Floor mat positioning aid Driver side only This model includes a front floor mat bracket to act as a floor mat positioning aid NISSAN floor mats have been specially designed for your vehicle model The driver side floor mat has a grommet hole incorpo rated in it Simply position the mat by plac ing the floor mat bracket hook through the floor mat grommet hole while centering the mat in the floorpan contour Periodically check to make certain the mats are properly positioned Floor mats T
143. on 7A for more than 1 5 seconds SCAN will illu minate in the display window SCAN tuning begins from low to high frequencies and stops at each broadcasting station for five seconds Pushing the button again during this five second period will stop SCAN tuning and the radio will remain tuned to that station 3 12 Select Manual select SEEK SCAN FM u H l select zZ Push crm t M I a Confirm F Indicator will come on AHA0525 Station memory operations Six stations can be set for each band 1 Tune to the desired station 2 Push the desired select button for more than 2 seconds For example in the diagram ch2 is to be memorized The radio mutes when the select button is pushed 3 The indicator ch2 will then come on and the sound will resume Memorizing is now complete 4 Other select buttons can be set in the same manner If the battery cable is disconnected or if the fuse blows the radio memory will be can celled In that case reset the desired sta tions t ae eee oN O On OFF pusH pusH TR TREB n Bass R pull BAL LL BAL FADE A FADER PU PUSH to release TURN to from stowed control BASS position amp TREBLE Adjusting tone quality and speaker balance To adjust BASS TREB treble FADER and BAL balance the control knobs must be released from their stowed positions Pushing the knobs once moves them to the released position
144. on 12 24 B6 48 60 72 84 98 Months 6 12 18 24 30 36 42 48 Emission control system maintenance Drive belts See NOTE 1 Air cleaner filter R R Vapor lines ja J Fuel lines i iad Fuel filter See NOTE 2 Engine coolant See NOTE 3 R Engine oil R R R R R R R R Engine oil filter Use Nissan PREMIUM type or equivalent R R R R R R R R Spark plugs R R Intake amp exhaust valve clearance See NOTE 4 NOTE 1 After 60 000 miles 96 000 km or 48 months inspect every 15 000 miles 24 000 km or 12 months 2 If vehicle is operated under extremely adverse weather conditions or in areas where ambient temperatures are either extremely low or extremely high the filters might become clogged In such an event replace them immediately 3 After 60 000 miles 96 000 km or 48 months replace every 30 000 miles 48 000 km or 24 months 4 If valve noise increases inspect valve clearance Maintenance items and intervals marked with are recommended by NISSAN for reliable vehicle operation The owner need not perform such maintenance in order to maintain the emission warranty or manufacturer recall liability Other maintenance items and intervals are required 8 8 Abbreviations Inspect Correct or replace if necessary MAINTENANCE OPERATION Miles x 1 000 km x 1 000 Months Perform at number of miles kilometers or months whichever comes first Chassis and body maintenance Brake lines amp cables Bra
145. onditions If you oper ate your vehicle on snowy or icy roads NISSAN recommends the use of MUD amp SNOW or ALL SEASON tires on all four wheels Please consult your NISSAN dealer for the tire type size speed rating and availability information 2 For additional traction on icy roads stud ded tires may be used However some provinces and states 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 4 17 3 Snow chains may be used if desired Make sure they are of proper size for the tires on your vehicle and are installed according to the chain manufacturer s suggestions 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 underbody If possible avoid fully loading your vehicle when using tire chains In ad dition drive at a reduced speed
146. ood with your fingertips and raise the hood 3 Insert the support rod into the slot on the underside of the hood 4 When closing the hood return the sup port rod to its original position then slowly close the hood and make sure it locks into place 2 5 UNLOCK PULL to open PD1310 When locking or unlocking the glove box use the master key The glove box may be opened by pulling the handle To illuminate the interior of the glove box the headlight switch must be turned to the spa OF ZC position If so equipped A WARNING Keep glove box lid closed while driving to help prevent injury in an accident or a sudden stop TRUNK LID LOCK OPERATION Opener location 7b WS SD Opener lever The trunk lid opener lever is located on the outside of the driver side seat To open the trunk lid pull up the trunk lid opener lever To close lower and push the trunk lid down securely 2 6 APD0506 OPEN PD1312 Key operation To open the trunk lid turn the key clock wise To close lower and push the trunk lid down securely amp WARNING Do not drive with the trunk lid open This could allow dangerous exhaust gases to be drawn into the vehicle FUEL FILLER LID LOCK go PUSH to Opener location cancel 7 Free q position Cancel position APD0111 OPENER CANCEL LEVER FOR
147. or 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 When you 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 ina forward facing direction only Move the seat as far back from the instrument panel as possible Always follow the child re straint manufacturer s instructions Child restraints for infants must be used in the rear facing direction and therefore must not be used in the front seat 2 Route the seat belt tongue through the child restraint and insert it into the buckle until you hear and feel the latch engage Front facing PD1336 Be sure to follow the child restraint manu facturer s instructions for belt routing 3 Pull on the shoulder belt until all of the belt is fully extended and a click is heard At this time the belt retractor is in the automatic locking mode child restraint mode It will revert back to emergency locking mode when the belt is fully re tracted 4 Allow the belt to retract A clicking sound will be heard as the belt retracts This indicates that the retractor is in the auto matic locking mode Pull down on the belt to remove any slack in the belt 2 29 5 Before placing the child in the child re straint use force to tilt the chi
148. or child re straints should be seated and restrained by the seat belts which are provided NISSAN recommends that children sit in the rear seat if possible According to accident statistics children are safer when properly restrained in the rear seat than in the front seat 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 avail able may help overcome this The booster seat should raise the child so that the shoul der belt is properly positioned across the 2 18 top middle portion of the shoulder and the lap belt is low on the hips The booster seat should fit the vehicle seat and have a label certifying that it complies with Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standards or Canadian Mo tor Vehicle Safety Standards Once the child has grown so the shoulder belt is no longer on or near the face and neck use the shoulder belt without the booster seat Never let a child stand or kneel on any seat and do not allow a child in the cargo areas while the vehicle is moving 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 that injured persons use seat belts Check with your doctor for specific recommendations APD0500 3 POINT TYPE WIT
149. ors 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 will be somewhat different than under normal driv ing conditions Always secure items in the trailer to prevent load shift while driving Avoid abrupt starts acceleration or stops Avoid sharp turns or lane changes Always drive your vehicle at a moderate speed Always block the wheels on both vehicle and trailer when parking Parking on a slope is not recommended however if you must do so and if your vehicle is equipped with an automatic transmis sion first block the wheels and apply the parking brake and then move the shift lever into the P position If you move the shift lever to the P position before blocking the wheels and applying the parking brake transmission damage could occur When going down a hill shift into a lower gear and use the engine braking effect When ascending a long grade downshift the transmission to a lower gear and 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 off the air conditioner Coolant heat can be addi tionally vented by opening the windows switchin
150. otation 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 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 engine hood Check that all doors and the engine hood operate prop erly Also ensure all latches lock securely Lubricate hinges latches rollers and links if necessary Make sure that the secondary latch keeps the hood from opening when the primary latch is released When driving in areas using road salt or other corrosive materials check lubrication frequently 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 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 Warning lights and chimes Make sure that all warning lights and 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
151. ows 1 Push the air recirculation button to the OFF position 2 Push the 3 Move the fan control dial to the desired position button in 4 Move the temperature control lever to the desired position between the middle and the HOT position To quickly remove ice or fog from the windows turn on the fan control dial to 4 and the temperature control lever to the full HOT position When the ha switch is pushed the air conditioning will automatically be turned on to defog the windshield and the air recirculation mode will automati cally be turned off Outside air is drawn into the passenger compartment to improve the defogging performance Bi level heating This mode directs cooler air from the side and center vents and warmer air from the floor outlets 1 Push the air recirculation button to the OFF position 2 Push the Xd button in 3 Move the fan control dial to the desired position 4 Move the temperature control lever to the desired position Heating and defogging This mode heats the interior and defogs the windshield 1 Push the air recirculation button to the OFF position 2 Push the button in 3 Move the fan control dial to the desired position 4 Move the temperature control lever to the desired position between the middle and the HOT position 3 4 Operating tips e Clear snow and ice from the wiper blades
152. pply to your vehicle fast for conditions e ALWAYS use your seat belts and appropriate child restraint MODIFICATION OF YOUR VEHICLE systems This vehicle should not be modified Modification could affect its e ALWAYS provide information about the proper use of ve performance safety or durability and may even violate govern hicle safety features to all occupants of the vehicle mental regulations In addition damage or performance prob e ALWAYS review this Owner s Manual for important safety lems resulting from modifications may not be covered under information 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 eg eS a ING specifications or design without notice and without obligation Welcome To The World Of NISSAN NISSAN RESEARCH amp DEVELOPMENT INC in Farmington Hills Michigan NISSAN MOTOR MANUFACTURING CORPORATION AFW0001 U S A in Smyrna Tennessee 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 20 countries and distributes them in 150 nations Nissan vehicles are designed and manufactured by Nissan Motor Co Ltd which was founded in To
153. quipped P 1 18 Windshield wiper washer switch P 1 9 Heater air conditioner control P 3 2 Driver air bag P 2 12 Ventilator P 3 2 Meters gauges P 1 2 P 7 Headlight turn signal switch P 1 11 Hazard warning flasher switch P 1 13 Instrument brightness control switch P 1 12 Passenger air bag P 2 12 Outside mirror remote control P 2 30 Cruise control main switch P 4 11 Fuse box cover P 7 20 Hood release lever P 2 5 Gl P 2 5 Tilting steering wheel lock lever P 2 30 GVS BOX P 29 Radio cassette player P 3 11 CD player P 3 16 Cup holder P 1 14 Ashtray P 1 14 Cruise control set switch P 4 11 12 volt DC Cigarette lighter accessory P 1 14 AIC0521 1 2 SPEEDOMETER AND ODOMETER TACHOMETER Reset button Trip odometer Odomet nneNer 1C1261 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 each trip set the trip odometer to zero by pushing the reset but ton Red zone DO NOT REV engine into red zone AIC0076 The tachometer indicates engine speed in revolutions per minute rpm amp CAUTION When engine speed approaches the red zone shift to a higher gear Engine speed in the red zone may cause seri ous engine damage 1 3 ENGINE
154. r slow e Do not accelerate at full throttle in any To resume the preset speed push and re lease the RESUME switch The vehicle will resume the last set cruising speed when the vehicle speed is over 30 MPH 48 km h Precautions on slippery roads rain snow ice etc in very windy areas A CAUTION e Ifthe cruise control system malfunctions it will cancel automatically The cruise indicator light in the instrument panel will then blink to warn the driver When the cruise indicator light blinks turn the cruise control main switch off and have the system checked by your NISSAN dealer The cruise indicator light may blink when the cruise control main switch is turned on while pushing the RES ACCEL On manual transmission models do not shift into neutral without depress ing the clutch pedal when the cruise control is on Should this occur de press the clutch pedal and turn the main switch off immediately Failure to do so may cause engine damage 4 12 gear e Avoid quick starts Avoid hard braking as much as possible Do not tow a trailer for the first 500 miles 800 km INCREASING FUEL ECONOMY 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 will lower fuel economy Avoid unnecessary stopping
155. re 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 underbody If possible avoid fully loading your vehicle when using tire chains In ad dition drive at a reduced speed Otherwise your vehicle may be damaged and or ve hicle handling and performance may be adversely affected Never install tire chains on a T type spare tire Do not use tire chains on dry roads Front DI1127M Tire rotation NISSAN recommends that tires be rotated 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 CAUTION e After rotating the tires adjust the tire pressure e Retighten the wheel nuts after the aluminum wheels have been run for the first 600 miles 1 000 km also in cases of a flat tire etc e Do not include the T type spare tire or any other small size spare tire in the tire rotation 7 30 Wear indicator Location mark DI1035M Tire wear and damage CAUTION Tires
156. revent damage be sure that an tenna is fully retracted before 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 road surfaces and splashed onto the antenna rod Manual antenna The manual antenna cannot be shortened but can be removed When you need to remove the antenna turn its base counter clockwise CB RADIO OR CAR PHONE When installing a CB ham radio or a car phone in your NISSAN be sure to observe the following cautions otherwise the new equipment may adversely affect the MFI Multiport Fuel Injection system and other electronic parts A CAUTION e Keep the antenna as far as possible away from the Engine Control Module e Also keep the antenna wire more than 8 inches 20 cm away from the MFI harness Do not route the an tenna wire next to any harness e Adjust the antenna standing wave ratio as recommended by the manufacturer e Connect the ground wire from the CB radio chassis to the body e For details consult a NISSAN dealer 3 22 4 Starting and driving Precautions when starting and driving 4 2 IQGNitiON SWITCH eicocon 4 4 Before starting the ENgine ee eeeeeeeeeeeeees 4 5 Driving with automatic transmis
157. rol BASS position amp TREB Adjusting tone quality and speaker balance To adjust BASS TREB treble FADER and BAL balance the control knobs must be released from their stowed positions Pushing the knobs once moves them to the released position In the released position the knobs control tone quality Turn the control knobs to adjust BASS and TREB to the most pleasing level From the released position the knobs must be pulled out in order to control FADER and BAL FADER adjusts the sound level be TURN to control BAL amp FADER AHA0526 tween the front and rear speakers and BAL adjusts the sound level between the right and left speakers Once sound quality is set to the desired levels return the control knobs to the stowed position by pushing them in com pletely and releasing Radio Operation FM AM band select button Pushing the FM AM band select button will change the band When the POWER button is pushed while 3 17 FM AM the ignition switch is at ACC or ON the radio will come on at the band and the station last played The FM stereo indicator ST will glow during FM stereo reception When the ste reo broadcast signal is weak the radio will automatically change from stereo to monau ral reception TUNE button w A amp WARNING The radio should not be tuned while driving in order that full attention may be given to the driving operation
158. rvals to 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 that the specified maintenance as well as general maintenance is performed As the vehicle owner you are the only one who can ensure that your vehicle receives the proper maintenance care 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 procedures regularly as pre scribed These checks or inspections can be done by yourself a qualified technician or if you prefer your NISSAN dealer Periodic maintenance The maintenance items listed in this part are required to be serviced at regular intervals However under severe driving conditions additional or more frequent maintenance will be 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 and are kept up to date with the latest service information through technical bulletins service tips and in de
159. satinynetcee 7 7 Engine oil and oil filter recommendation 9 4 Opener lever for trunk lid we 2 6 Outside mirror remote control 2 30 Outside sMinrOrs nnan es iieeeactene 2 30 Overdrive SWIICH isre sreci 4 8 Overheat If your vehicle overheats isisisi 5 9 Owner s manuals service manual order form een 9 19 P Parking Parking brake Check ssccseessesees 7 17 Parking brake operation uu 4 10 Parking parking on hills 4 14 Periodic maintenance schedules 8 5 Power P wer antenna sosina Power door lock Power steering fluid ee 7 11 Power rear WINGOWS ccccceeceeeeeees 1 16 Power WINKOWS ccccccesteeeeeeeeeseeeeees 1 15 Precautions Maintenance precautions ee Precautions on seat belt usage Precautions when driving s es Precautions when starting and driving 4 2 PUSH SlAMING wiieccosseciecieccvcssecnssenssredsecevixecoeeys 5 8 Quick reference See gas station information R Radio AM FM radio with cassette player 3 11 AM FM radio with cassette player and compact disc player ee 3 16 CB radio or car phones siisii 3 22 Rear Sedina 2 11 Rear window defogger switch tax 1 10 Refrigerant recommendation 9 6 Registering your vehicle in another COUNTY Sires andes Reporting safety defects USA 0 9 18 S Safety Child safety rear door lock seee 2 4 Reporting safety defects USA 9 18 Seat adjUStME
160. sette tape will automatically change directions to play the other side when the first side is completed Dolby NR noise reduction button oo Push the Qg DOLBY NR button for Dolby NR encoded tapes to reduce high frequency tape noise The indicator will come on Dolby NR is manufactured under license from Dolby Laboratories Licensing Corpora tion DOLBY NR and the double D symbol are trademarks of Dolby Laboratories Li censing Corporation TAPE EJECT button Push this button to eject an inserted tape TAPE EJECT When the tape is ejected while it is being played the system will be turned off Precautions on cassette player op eration e To maintain good quality sound NISSAN recommends that you use 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 or 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 e Do not use cassettes that have peel ing or loose labels If used the label could jam in the player e If a cassette has loose tape insert a pencil through one of the cassette hubs and rewind the tape firmly Loose tape may cause jamming and wavering sound quality e Over a period of time the playback head cap
161. sevecteveceeeees 5 11 VentilalOrSiisssectvcsenics cvs aeaeaie 3 2 WwW Warning Air bag warning light 0 ee 2 16 Hazard warning flasher switch 1 13 THOM WAMING iivscvcesiecsectstesetavseandaratvecsy 1 8 Warning labels for SRS sese 2 15 Warning indicator lights and chimes 1 5 Weights See dimensions and weights 10 5 Whee lire SIZ GC eriin an 9 7 Wheels and tireS ccceseeeeeeeeeeeeseeeees 7 28 Window washer flUid ccccesseeeeeeeeee 7 12 Windows Locking passenger windows 1 15 Power rear WINdOWS cceeeeeeeeeeee 1 16 Power WINKOWS ccccceeeesetteeeeeeeeseteeee 1 15 Wiper Windshield wiper and washer switch 1 9 Wiper blades sirisser siars 7 16 GAS STATION INFORMATION Recommended fuel Unleaded gasoline at least 87 AKI number RON 91 For 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 Tire cold pressure See tire placard affixed to the center con sole lid Recommended new vehicle break in procedure During the first 1 000 miles 1 600 km of vehicle use follow the recommendatio
162. sion 4 6 Driving with manual transmission ce 4 8 Starting the engine eee eeseeeeeteneeeeeeteeeees 4 9 Parking brake operation esseere 4 10 CrS CONO sccssa c scp2atraestessetedecnseteteneasareaterenies 4 11 Break in SCheCUle cceeecceeeereeeeseeeeeeneeeees 4 12 Increasing fuel economy eeeeeeeteeeeeeeeeeneeeees 4 13 Parking parking On NillS eee eeeeeeeeeeeeeeneeeees 4 14 Precautions when driving eseese 4 15 Anti lock brake system ABS If so equipped 4 15 Cold weather driving Cautions 4 17 PRECAUTIONS WHEN STARTING AND DRIVING A WARNING Do not leave children unreliable adults or pets alone in your vehicle They could accidentally 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 e Do not park the vehicle with the engine running for any extended
163. sired select button for more 3 18 than 3 seconds For example in the diagram ch2 is to be memorized The radio stops playing momentarily when the select button is pushed 3 The indicator ch2 will then illuminate in the display and the sound will resume Memorizing is now complete 4 Other buttons can be set in the same manner If the battery cable is disconnected or if the radio fuse blows the radio memory will be cancelled In that case reset the desired stations Cassette tape operation Turn the ignition key to ACC or ON and then lightly insert the cassette tape into the tape door The cassette tape will be auto matically pulled into the player The radio or CD will turn off if it is on and the cassette tape will begin to play Do not force the cassette tape into the tape door Pressing strongly could cause player damage If the system is turned off by pushing the button with the cassette tape still in the player the tape will resume playing when the POWER button is pushed once again TAPE button TAPE When this button is pushed with the system turned off and a tape loaded the system will come on and the tape will play When this button is pushed with either the radio or compact disc turned on and the tape loaded the compact disc or the radio will automatically be turned off and the tape will play While the tape is playing pushing the TAPE button stops
164. stan and pinch roller may gather a tape coating residue as the tape passes over the head This resi due accumulation can cause a weak or wavering sound and should be re moved periodically with a head clean ing tape If the residue is not removed periodi cally the player may need to be dis assembled for cleaning Compact Disc CD Player Opera tion Turn the ignition key to the ACC or ON position and insert the compact disc into the slot with the label side facing up The com pact disc will be guided automatically into the slot and start playing If the radio or tape is already operating it will automatically turn off and the compact disc will play Forcing in the compact disc will damage the player If the system has been turned off while the compact disc was playing pushing the POWER button will start the compact disc CD button CD When this button is pushed with the system off and the compact disc loaded the system will turn on and the compact disc will start to play When this button is pushed with the com pact disc loaded but the tape or the radio playing the tape or radio will automatically be turned off and the compact disc will start to play 3 20 When this button is pushed while the com pact disc is playing the compact disc will stop playing When this button is pushed with the compact disc stopped the compact disc will start to play FF fast forward REW rewind
165. stem The radiator is equipped with a pressure cap Use a NISSAN genuine cap or its equivalent when replacement is re quired Never remove the radiator cap when the engine is hot Wait until the engine and radiator cool down Serious burns could be caused by high pressure fluid escap ing from the radiator See precautions in If your vehicle overheats found in the In case of emergency section 7 4 CHECKING ENGINE COOLANT LEVEL With coolant reservoir Check the coolant level in the reservoir when the engine is cold If the coolant level is below MIN add coolant up to the MAX level If the reservoir 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 up to the MAX level If the cooling system frequently requires coolant have it checked by your NISSAN dealer Radiator cap Front 20 a LOOSEN he INS Q plug NIN D1349 CHANGING ENGINE COOLANT e Major cooling system repairs should be performed by your NISSAN dealer The service procedures can be found in the appropriate NISSAN Service Manual 7 5 Improper servicing can result in reduced heater performance and engine over heating A WARNING To avoid the danger of being scalded never change the coolant when the engine is hot
166. t Then close the windows This will allow the air conditioning 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 e If the coolant temperature gauge ex ceeds the HOT position turn the air conditioning off See If your vehicle overheats in the In case of emergency section for additional information Dehumidified heating This mode is used to heat and dehumidify 1 Push the air recirculation button to the OFF position 2 Push the button in 3 Move the fan control dial to the desired position 4 Push on the air conditioning button The indicator light will come on 5 Move the temperature control lever to the desired position Dehumidified defogging This mode is used to defog the windows and dehumidify 3 5 1 Push the air recirculation button to the OFF position 2 Push the 3 Move the fan control dial to the desired position button in 4 Push the air conditioning button The indicator light will come on 5 Move the temperature control lever to the desired position When the Y button is pushed the air conditioning will automatically be turned on to defog the windshield and the air recirculation mode will automati cally be turned off Outside air is drawn into the passenger compartment to
167. t exceed the gross vehicle weight rating GVWR shown on the F 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 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 1 000 454 110 49 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 sys tem brake system etc when the hitch is installed To reduce the possibility of additional damage if your vehicle is struck from the rear remove the hitch when not in use After the hitch is removed seal the bolt holes to prevent exhaust fumes water or dust from entering the passenger com partment e Regularly check that all hitch mounting bolts are securely mounted Tire pressures e When towing a trailer inflate the vehicle tires to the recommended cold tire pres sur
168. t lever to the Neutral position be sure to turn the ignition key to the OFF position e Attach safety chains for all towing 5 10 NISSAN recommends that your vehicle be towed with the driving front wheels off the ground as illustrated Automatic transmission model CE1052 Towing an automatic transmission model with rear wheels raised with front wheels on the ground CAUTION Never tow an automatic transmission model with the rear wheels raised with the front wheels on the ground as this may cause serious and expensive dam age to the transmission If it is neces sary to tow the vehicle with the rear wheels raised always use towing dol lies under the front wheels If you have to tow an automatic transmission model 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 amp CAUTION Never tow an automatic transmission model from the rear for example back ward with four wheels on the ground as this may cause serious and expen sive damage to the transmission VEHICLE RECOVERY Freeing a stuck vehicle e Tow chains or cables must be attached only 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 t
169. t respon sible Incorrect ignition timing will result in knock ing after run or overheating This in turn may cause excessive fuel consumption or damage to the engine If any of the above symptoms are encountered have your ve hicle checked at a 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 API certification mark ENGINE OIL AND OIL FILTER RECOMMENDATION Selecting the correct oil It is essential to chose the correct quality and viscosity oil to ensure satisfactory en gine life and performance Nissan recom mends the use of a low friction oil energy conserving oil in order to improve fuel economy and conserve energy Oils which do not have the specified quality label should not be used as they could cause engine damage 9 4 API service symbol 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 and Energy Conserving II oil with API Service Symbol may be used An oil with a single desig
170. tane rating eee 9 3 Fuel recommendation cee 9 2 FUSOS nirin 7 19 FUSIDIS NKS assiza ers 7 21 G Gas station information 10 6 Gauge Engine coolant temperature gauge 1 4 F el GAUGE rsisi 1 4 Odometer 1 3 Speedometer 1 3 Tachometof iiano 1 3 TP OGOMOGLGD iesise caa naa 1 3 Gear selection See shifting General maintenance n 8 2 GIOVE D K erne aeann ane ENSET arava 2 5 H Hazard warning flasher switch 0 1 13 Head restraints ssiri ass Headlight and turn signal switch 1 11 Headlights aiea 7 21 Heater and air conditioner Heater and air conditioner controls GULOMALIC eranen n 3 8 Heater and air conditioner controls Mantal essri dsrin 3 2 Hood release srnosmsaiinasrran uin 2 5 l IQMITIOM SWITCH sssri siinide ssr 4 4 Indicator lights and chimes See warning indicator lights and chimes MSIJE MOT igos asiaa Instrument brightness control Interior VOM siistiin L Labels Air conditioner specification label 9 11 Warning labels for SRS eee 2 15 Emission control information label 9 10 Engine serial number ssis F M V S S certification label Vehicle identification number plate 9 9 License plate Installing front license plate 9 12 Light Air bag warning light ee 2 16 Brake light See stop light Bulb check instrument panel 00 1 5 Bulb replacemennt csscsessereseesessees 7 24 Cor
171. 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 that all latches lock securely in every position Check that the head restraints move up and down smoothly and that the locks if so equipped hold securely in all latched posi tions 8 3 Seat belts Check that all parts of the seat belt system for example buckles anchors adjusters and retractors operate properly and smoothly and are installed securely Check the belt 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 mats away from the pedal Clutch pedal Make sure the pedal operates smoothly and check that it has the proper free travel 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 it when depressed fully Check the brake booster function Be certain to keep floor mats away from the pedal Parking brake Check that the lever has the proper travel and confirm that your
172. the foot outlets may not operate for a maximum of 150 seconds However this is not a malfunction After the coolant temperature warms up the air flow from the foot outlets will operate normally Sensor N AHA0501 The sensor on the instrument panel helps maintain a constant temperature do not put anything on or around this sensor Servicing air conditioning The air conditioning system in your NISSAN vehicle is charged with a new refrigerant designed with the environment in mind This new refrigerant will not harm the earth s ozone layer Special charging equipment and lubricant is required when servicing your NISSAN air conditioner Using improper refrigerants or lubricants will cause 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 Your NISSAN dealer will be able to service your environmentally conscious air condi tioning system 3 10 RADIO 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 CL
173. til you hear and feel the latch engage Be sure to follow the child restraint manu facturer s instructions for belt routing 3 Pull on the shoulder belt until all of the belt is fully extended and a click is heard At this time the belt retractor is in the automatic locking mode child restraint mode It will revert back to emergency locking mode when the belt is fully re tracted 4 Allow the belt to retract A clicking sound will be heard as the belt retracts This indicates that the retractor is in the auto matic locking mode Pull down on the belt to remove any slack in the belt 2 26 Front facing PD1332 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 that 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 and the seat belt is allowed to wind back into the retractor the automatic 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 6a Hig ETN
174. 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 amp WARNING The temperature grade for this tire is established for a tire that is properly inflated and not overloaded Excessive speed underinflation or excessive loading either separately or in combi nation can cause heat buildup and possible tire failure problems EMISSION CONTROL SYSTEM WARRANTY Your NISSAN vehicle is covered by the following emission warranties For USA 1 Emission Defects Warranty 2 Emissions Performance Warranty For Canada Emission Control System Warranty Details of these warranties may be found with other vehicle warranties in your war ranty information booklet that comes with your NISSAN vehicle If you did not receive a warranty booklet or it has become lost you may obtain a replacement by writing to e Nissan Motor Corporation in USA Consumer Affairs Department P O Box 191 Gardena CA 90247 e Nissan Canada Inc P O Box 1709 Station B Mississauga Ontario L4Y 4H6 9 18
175. 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 the NISSAN Consumer Affairs Department using our toll free number For U S mainland customers 1 800 NISSAN 1 1 800 647 7261 For Hawaii customers 808 531 0231 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 number on dashboard Date of purchase Current odometer reading Your NISSAN dealer s name Your comments or questions OR You can write to NISSAN with the information on the left at For U S mainland and Alaska customers Nissan Motor Corporation in U S A Consumer Affairs Department P O Box 191 Gardena California 90247 For Hawaii customers Nissan Motor Corporation in Hawaii 2880 Kilihau St Honolulu Hawaii 96819 For Canada customers Nissan Canada Inc P O Box 1709 Station B Mississauga Ontario L4Y 4H6 We appreciate your interest in NISSAN and thank you for buying a quality NISSAN vehicle Contents Instruments and controls Pre driving checks an
176. traints are designed to be in stalled with a lap belt or the lap portion of a three point type seat belt Nissan recommends that the child re straint be installed in the rear seat According to accident statistics chil dren are safer when properly restrained in the rear seat than in the front seat An improperly installed child restraint could lead to serious injury or death in an accident Child restraints specially designed for in fants and small children are offered by several manufacturers When selecting any child restraint 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 belt system 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 compatible with your child Always follow all recommended procedures A WARNING e Never install a rear facing child re straint in the front seat A rear facing child restraint must only be used in the rear seat See Installation on front passenger seat for details Follow all of the child restraint manu facturer s instructions for installa tion and use When purchasing a child restraint be sure to select
177. tremely adverse weather condi tions or in areas where ambient tempera tures are either extremely low or extremely high the filter might become clogged In such an event replace the filter immedi ately Engine coolant Drain and flush the cooling system 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 Intake amp exhaust valve clearance Check the valve clearance if valve noise increases 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 neighboring brake components for wear deterioration 8 10 and leaks Under severe driving conditions they may have to be inspected more fre quently Manual amp 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
178. ts ADI0075 amp WARNING Be sure the ignition key is OFF 1 Visually inspect each belt for signs of unusual wear cuts fraying or looseness If the belt is in poor condition or loose have it replaced or adjusted by your NISSAN dealer 2 Have the belts checked regularly for con dition and tension in accordance with the maintenance schedule in this manual CORRECT WRONG DO NOT HOLD the cable DI1229M A WARNING Be sure the engine and ignition switch are off and that the parking brake is engaged securely amp CAUTION Be sure to use the correct socket to remove the plugs An incorrect socket can cause damage 7 14 Remove brackets as necessary to give access to the high tension spark plug cables and spark plugs Disconnect the spark plug cables from the spark plugs When disconnecting always hold the boots not the cables Mark all cables to identify their original locations AIR CLEANER HOUSING FILTER 5 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 a spark plug socket to the correct torque Do not overtighten Spark plug tightening torque 14 to 22 ft lb 20 to 29 N m 6 Holding the boot reconnect each high tension cable to its proper spark plug by pushing it on until you feel a snap Spark plug gap Feeler gauge DI1017M 7 Reinstall all brackets as necessary
179. tton If so equipped This button is provided only on vehicles equipped with air conditioning Start the engine move the fan control dial to the desired 1 to 4 position and push the A C button to turn on the air conditioning The indicator light will come on when the air conditioning is on To stop the air condition ing push the switch again to return it to its original position The air conditioning cooling function op erates only when the engine is running amp WARNING Positioning of the heating or air condi tioning controls should not be done while driving in order that full attention may be given to the driving operation 3 3 HEATER OPERATION Heating This mode is used to direct heated air from the floor outlets Some air will also come from the defrost vents 1 Push the air recirculation button to the OFF position for normal heating 2 Push the button in 3 Move the fan control dial to the desired position 4 Move the temperature control lever to the desired position between the middle and the HOT position Ventilation This mode directs outside air from the side and center vents 1 Push the air recirculation button to the OFF position 2 Push the We button in 3 Move the fan control dial to the desired position 4 Move the temperature control lever to the desired position Defrosting or defogging This mode is used to defrost defog the wind
180. uipment could damage your vehicle Towing instructions are available from your NISSAN dealer Local service operators will generally be familiar with the applicable laws and procedures for towing To assure proper towing and to prevent accidental damage to your vehicle NISSAN recom mends that you have a service operator tow your vehicle It is advisable to have the service operator carefully read the following precautions 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 When towing with the front wheels on the ground 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 Neu tral N position On automatic transmission models to move the shift lever to the Neutral position turn the ignition key to the ACC position After moving the shift lever to the Neutral position be sure to turn the ignition key to the OFF position e When towing with the rear wheels on the ground release the parking brake On automatic transmission models to move the shift lever to the Neutral position turn the ignition key to the ACC position After moving the shif
181. under the influence of alcohol or drugs including prescription or over the counter drugs which may cause drowsiness Always wear your seat belt as outlined in the Seat Belts section of this manual and also instruct your passengers to do so 4 3 Drinking Alcohol Drugs and Driving A WARNING Alcohol in the blood stream reduces coordination delays reaction time and impairs judgement Driving after drink ing alcohol increases the likelihood of being involved in an accident injuring yourself and others Additionally if you are injured in an accident alcohol can increase the severity of the injury Nissan is committed to safe driving 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 that alcohol affects all people differently and most people underestimate the effects of alcohol Remember drinking and driving don t mix And that s true for drugs too over the counter prescription and illegal drugs Don t drive if your ability to operate your vehicle is impaired by alcohol drugs or some other physical condition IGNITION SWITCH Manual transmission model OFF To remove the key PUSH the key release button and TURN the key Key release PET button ASD0022 Manual transmission The switc
182. unning keep hands and clothing away from any moving parts such as cooling 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 TEMPERATURE CONDITIONS FOR CHECKING ATF e The fluid level should be checked using the HOT range on the dipstick after the following conditions have been met The engine should be warmed up to operating temperature The vehicle should be driven at least 5 minutes The automatic transmission fluid should be warmed to between 122 and 176 F 50 to 80 C e The fluid can be checked at fluid tem peratures of 86 to 122 F 30 to 50 C using the COLD range on the dipstick after the engine is warmed up and before driving However the fluid should be re checked using the HOT range 1 Park the vehicle on a level surface and set the parking brake 2 Start the engine and then move the shift lever through each gear range Move the shift lever to P after you have moved it through all ranges Front side HOT 122 to 176 F 50 to 80 C Reverse side COLD 86 to 122 F 30 to 50 C Add ADIO0090 Check the fluid level with the engine idling Remove the dipstick and wipe it clean with lint free paper Reinsert the dipstick into the charging pipe as far as it will go Remove the dipstick and note the read ing If the level
183. up and down to make sure the shoulder belt anchor is se curely fixed in position 2 21 INSERT 2 to fasten J PRESS to unfasten We 2 POINT TYPE WITHOUT RETRACTOR center position of rear seat Fastening the belts 1 Insert the tongue into the buckle marked CENTER until it snaps Belt clip PULL J Sy lengthen ICM021 2 To lengthen hold the tongue at a right angle to the belt and pull on the belt To shorten pull the end of the belt attached to the belt clip away from the tongue and then pull the belt clip to take up the slack POSITION low on the hips N APD0106 3 Position the lap belt low on the hips as illustrated Unfastening the belt To unfasten the belt press the button on the buckle 2 22 Y X TBa Center E APD0104 Selecting correct set of belts The center seat belt buckle and tongue are identified by the CENTER label The center seat belt tongue can be fastened only into the center seat belt buckle SEAT BELT EXTENDERS If because of body size or driving position it is not possible to properly fit the lap shoulder belt and fasten it 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 the driver or front passenger seating position See your NIS SAN dealer for assistance if the extender is required
184. ure 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 e Do not use cassettes that have labels which are peeling and loose If used the label could jam in the player e 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 e Over a period of time the playback head capstan and pinch roller may collect a tape coating residue as the tape passes over the head This resi due accumulation can cause weak or wavering sound and should be re moved periodically with a head clean ing tape If the residue is not removed periodically the player may need to be disassembled for cleaning Fast forwarding or rewinding the tape Push either the FF fast forward or REW rewind button for the desired direction The gt gt or 44 the display symbol will illuminate in To stop the FF or REW function press the PLAY STOP button 3 14 Automatic Program Search APS fast forwarding or APS rewinding the tape Push either the APS FF or APS REW button while the cassette tape is playing The tape will run quickly and stop and play at the next program The indicator light flashes on and off while searching the program The P or 4 symbol will illuminate in the display This system s
185. uttons together will set minutes Clock Priority Mode In this mode the clock will be shown in the display If any radio or cassette tape func tions are activated the radio or cassette tape display will illuminate for ten seconds then return to the clock mode NOTE After clock adjustment the radio is in the clock priority mode Radio Cassette Tape Priority Mode In this mode the radio station will illuminate in the display during radio operation During cassette tape operation TAPE will illumi nate in the display Selecting the desired band Push the band select button FM AM to change from AM to FM reception The stereo indicator will glow during FM stereo reception When the stereo broadcast signal is weak the radio will automatically change from stereo to monaural reception Tuning A WARNING The radio should not be tuned while driving in order that full attention may be given to the driving operation Manual tuning Push down either manual tuning Y or amp button SEEK tuning Push the SEEK SCAN tuning button A for less than 1 5 seconds SEEK tuning be gins from low to high frequencies and stops at the next broadcasting station Once the highest broadcasting station is reached the radio will continue in the SEEK mode at the lowest broadcast station Pushing the button again will continue the SEEK function SCAN tuning Push the SEEK SCAN tuning butt
186. vehicle is held securely on a fairly steep hill with only the parking brake applied Automatic transmission Park mecha nism On a fairly steep hill check that your vehicle is held securely with the gearshift lever in the P position without applying any brakes UNDER THE HOOD AND VEHICLE The maintenance items listed here should be checked periodically such as each time you check the engine oil or refuel Additional information on the items marked with can be found in the Do It Yourself operations section Windshield washer fluid Check that there is adequate fluid in the tank Engine coolant level Check the cool ant level when the engine is cold Radiator and hoses Check the front of the radiator and clean off any dirt insects leaves etc that may have accumulated Make sure the hoses have no cracks de formation rot or loose connections Brake and clutch fluid levels Make sure that the brake and clutch fluid level is between the MAX and MIN lines on the reservoir Baittery Check the fluid level in each cell It should be between the MAX and MIN lines Engine drive belts Make sure that no belt is frayed worn cracked or oily Engine oil level Check the level after parking the vehicle on a level spot and turning off the engine Power steering fluid level and lines Check the level when the fluid is cold and the engine
187. vel may increase your stop ping distance and require greater pedal effort as well as greater pedal travel Brake pad wear warning The disc brake pads have audible wear warnings When a brake pad requires re placement it will make a high pitched scrap ing sound when the vehicle is in motion whether or not the brake pedal is de pressed Have the brakes checked as soon as possible if the warning sound is heard ABS or Ges Anti lock brake warning light If this light comes on while the engine is running it may indicate there is something wrong with the anti lock portion of the brake system Have the system checked by your NISSAN dealer If an abnormality occurs in the system the anti lock function will cease but the regular braking system will continue to operate nor mally If the light comes on while you are driving contact your NISSAN dealer for repair i Overdrive off indicator light This light comes on when the overdrive switch is pushed to the OFF position Turn signal hazard indicator aks lights This light flashes when the turn signal switch lever or hazard switch is turned on High beam indicator light Blue This light comes on when the headlight high beam is on and goes out when the low beam is selected KA Rear window defogger indi cator light This light comes on when the rear defogger switch is activated Indicator light
188. y the corresponding window To open or close the window press and hold the switch A WARNING e Make sure that all passengers have their hands etc inside the vehicle before closing the windows e Do not leave children unattended in side the vehicle They could un knowingly activate switches POWER REAR WINDOWS Rear passenger switch CLOSE 1C1285 Automatic switch AUTOMATIC POWER WINDOW SWITCH To fully open the driver side window com pletely press the driver side window switch down and release it it need not be held The window will automatically open all the way To stop the window press the switch toward the CLOSE side SUNROOF If so equipped AIC0091 The sunroof will only operate when the ignition key is in the ON position Sliding the sunroof To open the roof press and hold the switch to the OPEN side To close the roof press and hold the switch to the CLOSE side Tilting the sunroof To tilt up first close the sunroof then push and hold the UP side of the tilt switch To close the sunroof push and hold the DOWN side Sun shade Open and close the sun shade by sliding it forward or backward The shade will open automatically when the sunroof is opened However it must be closed manually A WARNING e Be extremely careful not to have any part of your body in the sunroof opening while the roof is closing
189. y be greatly reduced NISSAN strongly encourages you and all of your passengers to buckle up every time you drive even if your seating position includes an air bag Some states provinces or territories re quire that seat belts be worn at all times when a vehicle is being driven A WARNING e Every person who drives or rides in this vehicle should use a seat belt at all times Children should be in ap propriate child restraints e The belt should be properly adjusted to a snug fit Failure to do so will reduce the effectiveness of the en tire restraint system and increases the chance or severity of injury in an accident 2 17 Do not wear the belt inside out or twisted Be sure the seat belt tongue is securely fastened to the proper buckle Do not allow more than one person to use the same belt All seat belt assemblies including retractors and attaching hardware should be inspected after any colli sion at your NISSAN dealer NISSAN recommends that all seat belt as semblies in use during a collision be replaced unless the collision was minor and the belts show no damage and continue to operate properly Seat belt assemblies not in use dur ing a collision should also be in spected and replaced if either dam age or improper operation is noted Never carry more people in the ve hicle than there are seat belts If the seat belt warning light glows con tinuously while the ignition is turned ON with all

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