Nissan NV3500 HD (2016) manual

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    ® 2016 NV15 00/ NV25 00 H D/ NV35 00 H D OWN E R’S MAN U AL For y our safety , r ead car efully and keep in this v ehicle.[...]

  • Page 2

    W elcome to the growing family of new NISSAN owners. This vehicle is delivered to you with confidence. It was produced using the latest techniques and strict quality control. This manual was prepared to help you under- stand the operation and maintenance of your vehicle so that you may enjoy many miles (kilome- ters) of driving pleasure. Please rea[...]

  • Page 3

    DRIVING This vehicle will handle and maneuver differ- ently from an ordinary passenger vehicle be- cause it has a higher center of gravity. As with other vehicles with features of this type, failure to operate this vehicle correctly may result in loss of control or an accident. Be sure to read “Driving precautions” and “ Avoiding collision an[...]

  • Page 4

    This manual includes information for all features and equipment available on this model. Features and equipment in your vehicle may vary depend- ing on model, trim level, options selected, order, date of production, region or availability . There- fore, you may find information about features or equipment that are not included or installed on your [...]

  • Page 5

    CALIFORNIA PROPOSITION 65 W ARNING WARNING Engine exhaust, some of its constituents, and certain vehicle components contain or emit chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer and birth de- fects or other reproductive harm. In addi- tion, certain fluids contained in vehicles and certain products of component wear contain or emit chem[...]

  • Page 6

    NISSAN CARE S... Both NISSAN and your NISSAN dealer are dedicated to serving all your automotive needs. Y our satisfaction with your vehicle and your NISSAN dealer are our primary concerns. Y our 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 c[...]

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    T able of Contents Illustrated table of contents Safety—Seats, seat belts and supplemental restraint system Instruments and controls Pre-driving checks and adjustments Monitor, climate, audio, phone and voice recognition systems Starting and driving In case of emergency Appearance and care Maintenance and do-it-yourself T echnical and consumer in[...]

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    0 Illustrated table of contents Air bags, seat belts and child restraints ..............0 - 2 Exterior front ......................................0 - 3 Exterior rear .......................................0 - 4 Passenger compartment ...........................0 - 5 Instrument panel ...................................0 - 6 Engine compartment check [...]

  • Page 11

    1. Head restraints/headrests (P . 1-8) 2. Front seat belts (P . 1-12, 1-32) 3. Roof-mounted curtain side-impact and rollover supplemental air bag (P . 1-32) 4. Supplemental front-impact air bags (P . 1-32) 5. Seats (P . 1-2) 6. T op tether strap anchor point (P . 1-22) 7. Front seat-mounted side-impact supplemental air bag (P . 1-32) Refer to the p[...]

  • Page 12

    1. Engine hood (P . 3-12) 2. Wiper and washer switch (P . 2-25) 3. Windshield (P . 8-21) 4. Power windows (if so equipped) (P . 2-39) 5. Door locks, key fob (if so equipped) , keys (P . 3-3, 3-8, 3-2) 6. Mirrors (P . 3-16) 7. Tire pressure (P . 8-32) 8. Flat tire (P . 6-2) 9. Tire chains (P . 8-32) 10. Headlight and turn signal switch, replacing bu[...]

  • Page 13

    1. Rear window and/or outside mirror de- froster switch (if so equipped) (P . 2-26) 2. T railer hitch/towing (P . 9-18) 3 Replacing bulbs (P . 8-28) 4. Fuel-filler cap, fuel recommendation (P . 3-12, 9-2) 5. Fuel-filler door (P . 3-12) 6. V ehicle loading (P . 9-14) Refer to the page number indicated in pa- rentheses for operating details. LII2250 [...]

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    1. Map lights (P . 2-42) 2. Sun visors (P . 3-16) 3. Rearview mirror (if so equipped) (P . 3-16) 4. Steering wheel (P . 3-15) 5. Glove box (P . 2-33) 6. Center tray table (if so equipped) (P . 2-33) 7. Front seats (P . 1-2) 8. Storage (P . 2-33) Refer to the page number indicated in parentheses for operating details. LII2011 P ASSENGER COMPARTMENT [...]

  • Page 15

    1. Headlight switch (P . 2-26) 2. V ents (P . 4-14) 3. Wiper and washer switch (P . 2-25) T urn signal switch (P . 2-28) 4. Steering wheel switch for audio control (if so equipped) (P . 4-51) Bluetooth® Hands-Free Phone System (if so equipped) (P . 4-53) 5. Driver supplemental air bag (P . 1-32) Horn (P . 2-28) 6. Meters and gauges (P . 2-4) W arn[...]

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    16. Rear sonar system OFF switch (if so equipped) (P . 2-30) T ow mode ON switch (if so equipped) (P . 2-30) P ower inverter switch (if so equipped) (P . 2-29) 17. 12v power outlet (P . 2-31) 18. Ignition switch (P . 5-8) 19. Tilt steering wheel control (P . 3-15) 20. Hood release switch (P . 3-12) 21. Fuse box (P . 8-23) 22. Outside power mirror s[...]

  • Page 17

    VQ40DE engine 1. Fuse/Fusible link box (P . 8-23) 2. Engine oil filler cap (P . 8-11) 3. Engine oil dipstick (P . 8-11) 4. Brake fluid reservoir (P . 8-16) 5. Air cleaner (P . 8-21) 6. Windshield-washer fluid reservoir (P . 8-16) 7. Engine coolant reservoir (P . 8-9) 8. Drive belt location (P . 8-19) 9. Power steering fluid reservoir (P . 8-15) 10.[...]

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    VK56DE engine 1. Fuse/Fusible link box (P . 8-23) 2. Power steering fluid reservoir (P . 8-15) 3. Engine coolant reservoir (P . 8-9) 4. Brake fluid reservoir (P . 8-16) 5. Air cleaner (P . 8-21) 6. Windshield-washer fluid reservoir (P . 8-16) 7. Drive belt location (P . 8-19) 8. Engine oil filler cap (P . 8-11) 9. Engine oil dipstick (P . 8-11) 10.[...]

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    W arning light Name Page or Anti-lock Braking System (ABS) warn- ing light 2-11 Automatic T ransmis- sion check warning light 2-11 or Brake warning light 2-11 Charge warning light 2-11 Door open warning light 2-12 Driver’s seat belt warning light 2-12 W arning light Name Page Engine oil pressure warning light 2-12 Low fuel warning light and chime[...]

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    Indicator light Name Page T ow mode ON indi- cator light (if so equipped) 2-16 T urn signal/hazard indicator lights 2-16 V ehicle Dynamic Control (VDC) OFF indicator light 2-16 Illustrated table of contents 0-11[...]

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    MEMO 0-12 Illustrated table of contents[...]

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    1 Safety—Seats, seat belts and supplemental restraint system Seats ............................................1 - 2 Front manual seat adjustment (for passenger’s seat and if so equipped for driver’s seat) ...................................1 - 3 Front power seat adjustment (if so equipped for driver’s seat) ..................1 - 4 Armrests[...]

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    WARNING ● Do not ride in a moving vehicle when the seatback is reclined. This can be dangerous. The shoulder belt will not be against your body. In an accident, you could be thrown into it and receive neck or other serious injuries. Y ou could also slide under the lap belt and receive serious internal injuries. ● For the most effective protecti[...]

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    CAUTION When adjusting the seat positions, be sure not to contact any moving parts to avoid possible injuries and/or damage. FRONT MANUAL SEA T ADJUSTMENT (for passenger’s seat and if so equipped for driver’s seat) Y our vehicle seats can be adjusted manually . For additional information about adjusting the seats, refer to the steps outlined in[...]

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    FRONT POWER SEA T ADJUSTMENT (if so equipped for driver’s seat) Operating tips ● The power seat motor has an auto-reset overload protection circuit. If the motor stops during operation, wait 30 seconds then reactivate the switch. ● Do not operate the power seat switch for a long period of time when the engine is off. This will discharge the b[...]

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    Seat lifter Push the front or rear end of the switch up or down to adjust the angle and height of the seat cushion. Lumbar support The lumbar support feature provides adjustable lower back support to the driver. T urn the knob forward or backward to adjust the seat lumbar area. ARMRESTS (if so equipped) T o use the armrest, pull it down to the rest[...]

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    FLEXIBLE SEA TING WARNING ● Do not allow people to ride in any area of your vehicle that is not equipped with seats and seat belts. Be sure everyone in your vehicle is in a seat and using a seat belt properly. ● Never allow anyone to ride in the cargo area or on the seats when they are in the fold-down position. In a collision, people riding in[...]

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    3. T o return the front passenger’s seat to a seating position, lift up on the seatback and push it up to an upright position. Then pull up on the recline lever 䊊 A and lean the seatback to a proper seating position. Release the lever to lock the seatback in position. WARNING ● If you fold the front passenger’s seat- back flat forward to ca[...]

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    WARNING Head restraints/headrests supplement the other vehicle safety systems. They may provide additional protection against in- jury in certain rear end collisions. Adjust- able head restraints/headrests must be adjusted properly, as specified in this sec- tion. Check the adjustment after someone else uses the seat. Do not attach anything to the [...]

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    ADJUST ABLE HEAD RESTRAINT/ HEADREST COMPONENTS 1. Removable head restraint/headrest 2. Multiple notches 3. Lock knob 4. Stalks NON-ADJUST ABLE HEAD RESTRAINT/HEADREST COMPONENTS 1. Removable head restraint/headrest 2. Single notch 3. Lock knob 4. Stalks REMOVE Use the following procedure to remove the head restraint/headrest: 1. Pull the head rest[...]

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    5. Reinstall and properly adjust the head restraint/headrest before an occupant uses the seating position. INST ALL 1. Align the head restraint/headrest stalks with the holes in the seat. Make sure that the head restraint/headrest is facing the correct direction. The stalk with the notch (notches) 䊊 1 must be installed in the hole with the lock k[...]

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    For non-adjustable head restraint/headrest Make sure the head restraint/headrest is posi- tioned so the lock knob is engaged in the notch before riding in that designated seating position. Raise T o raise the head restraint/headrest, pull it up. Make sure the head restraint/headrest is posi- tioned so the lock knob is engaged in the notch before ri[...]

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    PRECAUTIONS ON SEA T BEL T USAGE If you are wearing your seat belt properly ad- justed and you are sitting upright and well back in your seat with both feet on the floor, your chances of being injured or killed in a collision and/or the severity of injury may be greatly reduced. NISSAN strongly encourages you and all of your passengers to buckle up[...]

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    WARNING ● Every person who drives or rides in this vehicle should use a seat belt at all times. WARNING ● The seat belt should be properly ad- justed to a snug fit. Failure to do so may reduce the effectiveness of the entire restraint system and increase the chance or severity of injury in an acci- dent. Serious injury or death can occur if the[...]

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    WARNING ● Always route the shoulder belt over your shoulder and across your chest. Never put the belt behind your back, under your arm or across your neck. The belt should be away from your face and neck, but not falling off your shoulder. ● Position the lap belt as low and snug as possible AROUND THE HIPS, NO T THE WAIST . A lap belt worn too [...]

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    SEA T BEL T W ARNING LIGHT Both the driver’s and passenger’s front seats are equipped with a seat belt warning light. The warning light, located on the instrument panel, will show the status of the driver and passenger seat belt. NO TE: The front passenger seat belt warning light will not light up if the seat is not occupied. For additional inf[...]

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    Fastening the seat belts 1. Adjust the seat. For additional information, refer to “Seats” in this section. Manual front seat shown (if so equipped) LRS2038 Power front seat shown (if so equipped) LRS2029 1-16 Safety—Seats, seat belts and supplemental restraint system[...]

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    2. Slowly pull the seat belt out of the retractor and insert the tongue into the buckle until you hear and feel the latch engage. ● The retractor is designed to lock dur- ing a sudden stop or on impact. A slow pulling motion permits the seat belt to move, and allows you some freedom of movement in the seat. ● If the seat belt cannot be pulled f[...]

  • Page 39

    Unfastening the seat belts T o unfasten the seat belt, press the button on the buckle 䊊 1 . The seat belt automatically retracts. Checking seat belt operation Seat belt retractors are designed to lock seat belt movement by two separate methods: ● When the seat belt is pulled quickly from the retractor ● When the vehicle slows down rapidly T o[...]

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    WARNING ● After adjustment, release the adjust- ment button and try to move the shoul- der belt anchor up and down to make sure it is securely fixed in position. ● The shoulder belt anchor height should be adjusted to the position best for you. Failure to do so may reduce the effec- tiveness of the entire restraint system and increase the chanc[...]

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    WARNING Do not allow children to play with the seat belts. Most seating positions are equipped with Automatic Locking Retrac- tor (ALR) mode seat belts. If the seat belt becomes wrapped around a child’s neck with the ALR mode activated, the child can be seriously injured or killed if the seat belt retracts and becomes tight. This can occur even i[...]

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    INF ANTS Infants up to at least 1 year old should be placed in a rear-facing child restraint. Because a rear- facing child restraint is not suitable for use in this vehicle, infants should not be transported in it. SMALL CHILDREN Children that are over 1 year old and weigh at least 20 lbs (9 kg) should remain in a rear-facing child restraint as lon[...]

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    If you answered no to any of these questions, the child should remain in a booster seat using a three-point type seat belt. NO TE: Laws in some communities may follow dif- ferent guidelines. Check local and state regulations to confirm your child is using the correct restraint system before travel- ing. WARNING Never let a child stand or kneel on a[...]

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    PRECAUTIONS ON CHILD RESTRAINTS WARNING ● Failure to follow the warnings and in- structions for proper use and installa- tion of child restraints could result in serious injury or death of a child or other passengers in a sudden stop or collision: – The child restraint must be used and installed properly. Always follow all of the child restrain[...]

  • Page 45

    All U.S. states and Canadian provinces or territories require that infants and small children be restrained in an approved child restraint at all times while the vehicle is being operated. Canadian law requires the top tether strap on forward-facing child re- straints be secured to the designated an- chor point on the vehicle. T OP TETHER ANCHOR WA[...]

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    REAR-F ACING CHILD RESTRAINT INST ALLA TION USING THE SEA T BEL TS WARNING ● Never install a rear-facing child re- straint in the front seat. An inflating supplemental air bag could seriously injure or kill your child. ● Never let an infant who requires the use of a rear-facing child restraint ride in this vehicle. FORW ARD-F ACING CHILD RESTRA[...]

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    the rear-facing direction and, there- fore, must not be used in the front seat. 2. Position the child restraint on the seat. Al- ways follow the child restraint manufactur- er’s instructions. The back of the child restraint should be secured against the vehicle seatback. If necessary , adjust or remove the head restraint/headrest to obtain the co[...]

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    5. Allow the seat belt to retract. Pull up on the shoulder belt to remove any slack in the belt. 6. Remove any additional slack from the seat belt; press downward and rearward firmly in the center of the child restraint with your knee to compress the vehicle seat cushion and seatback while pulling up on the seat belt. 7. Tighten the tether strap ac[...]

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    9. Check to make sure the child restraint is properly secured prior to each use. If the seat belt is not locked, repeat steps 2 through 8. After the child restraint is removed and the seat belt is fully retracted, the ALR mode (child re- straint mode) is canceled. 䊊 A T op tether strap 䊊 B Anchor point INST ALLING T OP TETHER STRAP (front passe[...]

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    3. Secure the tether strap to the tether anchor point 䊊 B on the seatback. 4. Refer to the appropriate child restraint in- stallation procedure steps in this section before tightening the tether strap. If you have any questions when installing a top tether strap, consult a NISSAN dealer for details. BOOSTER SEA TS For additional information on in[...]

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    Booster seats of various sizes are offered by several manufacturers. When selecting any booster seat, keep the following points in mind: ● Choose only a booster seat with a label certifying that it complies with Federal Motor V ehicle Safety Standard 213 or Canadian Motor Vehicle Safety Standard 213. ● Check the booster seat in your vehicle to [...]

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    1. If you must install a booster seat in the front seat, move the seat to the rear- most position. 2. Position the booster seat on the seat. Only place it in a front-facing direction. Always follow the booster seat manufacturer’s in- structions. 3. The booster seat should be positioned on the vehicle seat so that it is stable. If necessary , adju[...]

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    PRECAUTIONS ON SRS This SRS section contains important information concerning the following systems: ● Driver and front passenger supplemental front-impact air bag ● Front seat-mounted side-impact supple- mental air bag ● Roof-mounted curtain side-impact and roll- over supplemental air bag ● Seat belt with pretensioner(s) (front seats) Supp[...]

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    WARNING ● The front air bags ordinarily will not inflate in the event of a side impact, rear impact, rollover, or lower severity fron- tal collision. Always wear your seat belts to help reduce the risk or severity of injury in various kinds of accidents. ● The seat belts and the front air bags are most effective when you are sitting well back a[...]

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    WARNING ● Never let children ride unrestrained or extend their hands or face out of the window. Do not attempt to hold them in your lap or arms. Some examples of dangerous riding positions are shown in the illustrations. ARS1133 ARS1041 1-34 Safety—Seats, seat belts and supplemental restraint system[...]

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    ARS1042 ARS1043 ARS1044 Safety—Seats, seat belts and supplemental restraint system 1-35[...]

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    WARNING ● Children may be severely injured or killed when the front air bags, side air bags or curtain air bags inflate if they are not properly restrained. ● Never install a rear-facing child re- straint in the front seat. An inflating front air bag could seriously injure or kill your child. For additional informa- tion, refer to “Child rest[...]

  • Page 58

    ● The seat belts, the side air bags and curtain air bags are most effective when you are sitting well back and upright in the seat with both feet on the floor. The side air bag and curtain air bag inflate with great force. Do not allow anyone to place their hand, leg or face near the side air bag on the side of the seatback of the front seat or n[...]

  • Page 59

    Supplemental front-impact air bag system 1. Roof-mounted curtain side-impact and roll- over supplemental air bags 2. Supplemental front-impact air bag modules 3. Air bag Control Unit (ACU) 4. Front seat-mounted side-impact supple- mental air bag modules The driver supplemental front-impact air bag is located in the center of the steering wheel. The[...]

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    When a front air bag inflates, a fairly loud noise may be heard, followed by the release of smoke. This smoke is not harmful and does not indicate a fire. Care should be taken not to inhale it, as it may cause irritation and choking. Those with a history of a breathing condition should get fresh air promptly . Front air bags, along with the use of [...]

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    Front seat-mounted side-impact supplemental air bag and roof- mounted curtain side-impact and rollover supplemental air bag systems The side air bags are located in the outside of the seatback of the front seats. The curtain air bags are located in the side roof rails. All of the information, cautions and warnings in this manual must be followed. T[...]

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    ● No unauthorized changes should be made to any components or wiring of the side air bag and curtain air bag systems. This is to prevent damage to or accidental inflation of the side air bag and curtain air bag or damage to the side air bag and curtain air bag systems. ● Do not make unauthorized changes to your vehicle’s electrical system, su[...]

  • Page 63

    cause irritation and choking. Those with a history of a breathing condition should get fresh air promptly . After the pretensioner(s’) activation, load limiters allow the seat belt to release webbing (if neces- sary) to reduce forces against the chest. The supplemental air bag warning light is used to indicate malfunctions in the pretensioner sys[...]

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    SUPPLEMENT AL AIR BAG W ARNING LIGHT The supplemental air bag warning light, displaying in the instrument panel, moni- tors the circuits for the air bag systems, preten- sioner(s) and all related wiring. When the ignition switch is placed in the ON or ST ART position, the supplemental air bag warn- ing light illuminates for about 7 seconds and then[...]

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    WARNING ● Once a front air bag, side air bag, or curtain air bag has inflated, the air bag module will not function again and must be replaced. Additionally, the acti- vated pretensioner(s) must also be re- placed. The air bag module and preten- sioner(s) should be replaced by a NISSAN dealer. The air bag module and pretensioner(s) cannot be repa[...]

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    MEMO Safety—Seats, seat belts and supplemental restraint system 1-45[...]

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    2 Instruments and controls Instrument panel ...................................2 - 2 Meters and gauges ................................2 - 4 Speedometer and odometer .....................2 - 5 T achometer ....................................2 - 6 Engine coolant temperature gauge ...............2 - 6 Fuel gauge ....................................2 [...]

  • Page 68

    Center tray table (if so equipped) ................ 2-37 D-Rings ...................................... 2-37 Under-seat storage (if so equipped) ............. 2-38 Grocery hooks ................................ 2-39 Rear door storage (if so equipped) .............. 2-39 Windows ........................................ 2-39 P ower windows (if so equ[...]

  • Page 69

    1. Headlight switch (P . 2-26) 2. V ents (P . 4-14) 3. Windshield wiper/washer/turn signal switch (P . 2-25, 2-28) 4. Steering wheel switch for audio control (if so equipped)/Bluetooth® Hands- Free Phone System (if so equipped) (P . 4-51, P . 4-53) 5. Driver supplemental air bag/horn (P . 1-32, P . 2-28) 6. Meters, gauges and warning/indicator lig[...]

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    16. Rear sonar system OFF switch (if so equipped) (P . 2-30) T ow mode ON switch (if so equipped) (P . 2-30) P ower inverter switch (if so equipped) (P . 2-29) 17. 12v power outlet (P . 2-31) 18. Ignition switch (P . 5-8) 19. Tilt steering wheel control (P . 3-15) 20. Hood release switch (P . 3-12) 21. Fuse box (P . 8-23) 22. Outside power mirror s[...]

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    1. Warning lights and indicator lights 2. T achometer 3. Speedometer 4. Fuel gauge 5. T win trip/instrument brightness control knob 6. Odometer T win trip odometer V ehicle information display Automatic T ransmission position indicator 7. V ehicle information/digital gauge change knob 8. Engine coolant temperature gauge LIC2037 METERS AND GAUGES 2-[...]

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    1. Speedometer 2. Odometer/twin trip display 3. Change knob SPEEDOMETER AND ODOMETER This vehicle is equipped with a speedometer and odometer. The speedometer is located on the right side of the meter cluster. The odometer is located within the trip computer. Speedometer The speedometer indicates vehicle speed. Odometer/T win trip odometer The odom[...]

  • Page 73

    T ACHOMETER The tachometer indicates engine speed in revo- lutions per minute (rpm) . ENGINE COOLANT TEMPERA TURE GAUGE The gauge indicates the engine coolant tempera- ture. The engine coolant temperature is within the normal range 䊊 1 when the gauge needle points within the zone shown in the illustration. The engine coolant temperature varies wi[...]

  • Page 74

    FUEL GAUGE The gauge indicates the approximate fuel level in the tank. The gauge may move slightly during braking, turning, acceleration, or going up or down hills. The gauge needle returns to E (Empty) after the ignition switch is placed in the OFF position. The low fuel warning light comes on when the amount of fuel in the tank is getting low . R[...]

  • Page 75

    CAUTION ● This gauge is not designed to indicate low engine oil level. Use the dipstick to check the oil level. For additional infor- mation, refer to “Engine oil” in the “Maintenance and do-it-yourself” sec- tion of this manual. ● If the gauge does not move with the proper amount of the engine oil, have the vehicle checked by a NISSAN [...]

  • Page 76

    CAUTION ● This gauge is not designed to indicate low automatic transmission fluid level. Use the dipstick to check the fluid level. For additional information, refer to “5- speed automatic transmission fluid” in the “Maintenance and do-it-yourself” section of this manual. ● If the gauge indicates automatic trans- mission fluid temperatu[...]

  • Page 77

    or Anti-lock Braking System (ABS) warning light Low fuel warning light and chime Cruise set switch indicator light (if so equipped) Automatic Transmission check warning light Low tire pressure warning light High beam indicator light (blue) or Brake warning light Low windshield-washer fluid warning light (if so equipped) Malfunction Indicator Light [...]

  • Page 78

    W ARNING LIGHTS For additional information, refer to “Vehicle infor- mation display” in this section. or Anti-lock Braking System (ABS) warning light (if so equipped) When the ignition switch is placed in the ON position, the Anti-lock Braking System (ABS) warning light illuminates and then turns off. This indicates the ABS is operational. If t[...]

  • Page 79

    CAUTION Do not continue driving if the generator belt is loose, broken or missing. Door open warning light This light comes on when any of the doors are not closed securely while the ignition switch is in the ON position. Driver’s seat belt warning light The light reminds you to fasten your seat belt. The light illuminates whenever the ignition s[...]

  • Page 80

    The CHECK TIRE pressure warning is active as long as the low tire pressure warning light re- mains illuminated. For additional information, refer to “Vehicle infor- mation display” in this section and “Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS)” in the “Starting and driving” section and in the “In case of emergency” section of this manu[...]

  • Page 81

    CAUTION ● The TPMS is not a substitute for the regular tire pressure check. Be sure to check the tire pressure regularly. ● If the vehicle is being driven at speeds of less than 16 mph (25 km/h), the TPMS may not operate correctly. ● Be sure to install the specified size of tires to the four wheels correctly. Low windshield-washer fluid warni[...]

  • Page 82

    Cruise main switch indicator light (if so equipped) The light comes on when the cruise control main switch is pushed. The light goes out when the main switch is pushed again. When the cruise main switch indicator light comes on, the cruise control system is operational. For additional information, refer to “Cruise con- trol” in the “Starting [...]

  • Page 83

    The MIL may stop blinking and come on steady . Have the vehicle inspected by a NISSAN dealer. Y ou do not need to have your vehicle towed to the dealer. CAUTION Continued vehicle operation without hav- ing the emission control system checked and repaired as necessary could lead to poor driveability, reduced fuel economy, and possible damage to the [...]

  • Page 84

    Parking brake reminder chime A chime sounds if the parking brake is set and the vehicle is driven. The vehicle information display is located be- tween the speedometer and the tachometer. 1. INFO knob 2. Outside temperature 3. Digital gauges 4. Message center/maintenance icons 5. Range — Avg MPH — Time — Tire pres- sures — Settings — Warn[...]

  • Page 85

    Range mode The range mode can be selected to give you an estimation of the distance that can be driven before refueling. The range is constantly calcu- lated based on the amount of fuel in the fuel tank and the actual fuel consumption. Average speed mode The average speed mode can be selected to display the average miles per hour since the last res[...]

  • Page 86

    Tire pressure information mode The specific tire pressure of each tire (except the spare) can be viewed by pressing the INFO but- ton: ● Front left — FL PSI (KP A) ● Front right — FR PSI (KP A) ● Rear left — RL PSI (KP A) ● Rear right — RR PSI (KP A) Setting mode The setting mode allows you to set reminders or preferences for mainte[...]

  • Page 87

    Units The units shown in the vehicle information display can be changed: ● US ● METRIC Indicators for maintenance 1. Engine oil replacement indicator This indicator and REMINDER appears when the customer set distance comes for changing the engine oil. Y ou can set or reset the distance for changing the engine oil. For additional information, re[...]

  • Page 88

    WARNING The tire rotation indicator is not a substi- tute for regular tire checks, including tire pressure checks. For additional informa- tion, refer to “Changing wheels and tires” in the “Maintenance & do-it-yourself” sec- tion of this manual. Many factors includ- ing tire inflation, alignment, driving habits and road conditions affec[...]

  • Page 89

    information, refer to “Engine oil” in the “Mainte- nance and do-it-yourself” section of this manual. LO VOL T AGE warning This warning appears in the message area of the vehicle information display if the system detects that the charging system is not functioning prop- erly . Have the system checked by a NISSAN dealer. For additional inform[...]

  • Page 90

    K ey fob operation: ● Push the button on the key fob. All doors lock. The hazard lights flash twice and the horn beeps once to indicate all doors are locked. ● When the button is pushed with all doors locked, the hazard lights flash twice and the horn beeps once as a re- minder that the doors are already locked. The horn may or may not beep. Fo[...]

  • Page 91

    4. Restart the engine while holding the device (which may have caused the interference) separate from the registered key . If the no start condition re-occurs, NISSAN rec- ommends placing the registered key on a sepa- rate key ring to avoid interference from other devices. FCC Notice: For USA: This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Ope[...]

  • Page 92

    SWIT CH OPERA TION The windshield wiper and washer operates when the ignition switch is in the ON position. Rotate the end of the lever to operate the wiper at the following speed: 䊊 1 Intermittent (INT) — intermittent operation can be adjusted by turning the knob toward 䊊 A (Slower) or 䊊 B (Faster) . 䊊 2 Low (L O) — continuous low spee[...]

  • Page 93

    T o defrost the rear window glass and/or outside mirrors, start the engine and push the rear win- dow defroster switch on. The rear window de- froster indicator light comes on. Push the switch again to turn the defroster off. The defroster automatically turns off after ap- proximately 15 minutes. CAUTION When cleaning the inner side of the rear win[...]

  • Page 94

    Headlight beam select 䊊 1 T o select the high beam function, push the lever forward. The high beam lights come on and the light illuminates. 䊊 2 Pull the lever back to select the low beam. 䊊 3 Pulling and releasing the lever flashes the headlight high beams on and off. Battery saver system If the ignition switch is placed in the OFF position [...]

  • Page 95

    INSTRUMENT BRIGHTNESS CONTROL The instrument brightness control operates when the headlight control switch is in the or position. T urn the control 䊊 1 to adjust the brightness of the instrument panel lights when driving at night. TURN SIGNAL SWIT CH T urn signal 䊊 1 Move the lever up or down to signal the turning direction. When the turn is co[...]

  • Page 96

    The vehicle should be driven with the VDC sys- tem on for most driving conditions. If the vehicle is stuck in mud or snow, the VDC system reduces the engine output to reduce wheel spin. The engine speed will be reduced even if the accelerator is depressed to the floor. If maximum engine power is needed to free a stuck vehicle, turn the VDC system o[...]

  • Page 97

    WARNING The rear sonar system is a convenience but it is not a substitute for proper back - ing. Always turn and check that it is safe to do so before backing up. Always back up slowly. The rear sonar system is active when the ignition switch is placed to the ON position and the shift lever is in R (Reverse) . When sensors detect obstacles within 5[...]

  • Page 98

    For additional information, refer to “T ow mode” in the “T echnical and consumer information” sec- tion of this manual. 12V OUTLETS The power outlets are for powering electrical accessories such as cellular telephones. The power outlets on the instrument panel and inside the console are powered directly by the vehicle’s battery. Open the [...]

  • Page 99

    120V OUTLETS (if so equipped) Before Drive (idling) (Park) When shifting out of Park When shifting back to (idling) (Park) Switch Reset Options What is plugged IN Indicator Inverter Status Indicator Inverter Status Indicator Inverter Status Indicator Inverter Status Nothing plugged but switch is on 150 and 400 ON 150 ON 150 and 400 ON NO T NECESSAR[...]

  • Page 100

    CAUTION ● The outlet and plug may be hot during or immediately after use. ● Use power outlets with the engine run- ning to avoid discharging the vehicle battery. ● Do not use double adaptors or more than one electrical accessory. ● Avoid using power outlets when the air conditioner, headlights or rear window defroster is on. ● Before inse[...]

  • Page 101

    The long storage tray can be used to store busi- ness cards. WARNING Do not place sharp objects in the trays to help prevent injury in an accident or sud- den stop. SUNGLASSES HOLDER (if so equipped) T o open the sunglasses holder, push and release. WARNING ● Keep the sunglasses holder closed while driving to avoid obstructing the driver’s view[...]

  • Page 102

    CUP HOLDERS CAUTION ● Avoid abrupt starting and braking when the cup holder is being used to prevent spilling the drink. If the liquid is hot, it can scald you or your passenger. ● Use only soft cups in the cup holder. Hard objects can injure you in an accident. ● Do not use bottle holder for any other objects that could be thrown about in th[...]

  • Page 103

    SEA T POCKET (if so equipped) The seat pocket is located on the front corner of the driver’s seat. The pocket can be used to store small items. WARNING Do not store angular, sharp, heavy objects or objects that cannot fully fit inside the pouch because they might increase the likelihood of an injury in a crash. OVERHEAD CONSOLE (if so equipped) W[...]

  • Page 104

    CENTER TRA Y T ABLE (if so equipped) T o use the center tray table, raise it up until it locks into the upright position. T o access the small storage compartment on the top of the tray table, raise the lid. CAUTION T o avoid damaging it, do not apply a total load of more than 50 lbs (23 kg) to the center tray table. T o store the tray table, pull [...]

  • Page 105

    WARNING ● Properly secure all cargo with ropes or straps to help prevent it from sliding or shifting. Do not place cargo higher than the seatbacks. In a sudden stop or col- lision, unsecured cargo could cause personal injury. ● Use suitable ropes or straps to secure cargo. ● Never allow anyone to ride in the cargo area. It is extremely danger[...]

  • Page 106

    GROCER Y HOOKS The grocery hooks are located on the back of the passenger’s seat. The grocery hooks allow for standard size plastic grocery bags to hang side by side. CAUTION T o avoid damaging the hooks do not apply a total load of more than 18 lbs (8 kg) to a single grocery hook. REAR DOOR ST ORAGE (if so equipped) CAUTION T o avoid damaging th[...]

  • Page 107

    The power windows operate when the ignition switch is placed in the ON position, or for a period of time after the ignition switch is placed in the OFF position. If the driver’s or passenger’s door is opened during this period of time, the power to the windows is canceled. 1. Power door lock switch 2. Front passenger side 3. Window lock button [...]

  • Page 108

    Automatic operation T o fully open a window equipped with automatic operation, press the window switch down to the second detent and release it; it need not be held. The window automatically opens all the way . T o stop the window, lift the switch up while the window is opening. When power window switch does not operate If the power window automati[...]

  • Page 109

    MANUAL VENT WINDOWS (if so equipped) T o open a manual vent window, pull the latch handles up until it releases. T o lock the window in the open position, push the latch handles down until it locks. T o close a manual vent window, pull the latch handles up and to the inside of the vehicle then push the latches down until they lock. The interior lig[...]

  • Page 110

    The lights will turn off while the timer is activated when: ● The driver’s door is locked by the key fob, a key , or the power door lock switch. ● The ignition switch is placed in the ON po- sition. The lights will turn off automatically after a period of time while doors are open to prevent the bat- tery from becoming discharged. When the sw[...]

  • Page 111

    CAUTION Do not use for extended periods of time with the engine stopped. This could result in a discharged battery. 2-44 Instruments and controls[...]

  • Page 112

    3 Pre-driving checks and adjustments K e y s .............................................3 - 2 NISSAN Vehicle Immobilizer System keys (if so equipped) ................................3 - 2 Doors ............................................3 - 3 Locking with key ................................3 - 3 Locking with inside lock knob ...................[...]

  • Page 113

    1. T wo master keys (black) with transpon- der chip (if so equipped) 2. T ransponder chip (if so equipped) 3. Key number plate A key number plate is supplied with your keys. Record the key number and keep it in a safe place (such as your wallet) , not in the vehicle. If you lose your keys, see a NISSAN dealer for duplicates by using the key number.[...]

  • Page 114

    When the doors are locked using one of the following methods, the doors cannot be opened using the inside or outside door handles. The doors must be unlocked to open the doors. WARNING ● Before opening any door, always look for and avoid oncoming traffic . ● Do not leave children unattended inside the vehicle. They could unknowingly ac- tivate [...]

  • Page 115

    P ower with Vehicle Security System (if so equipped) The power door lock system with Vehicle Secu- rity System allows you to lock all doors at the same time. Front and sliding doors T urning the key toward the front 䊊 1 of the vehicle locks all the doors. T urning the key one time toward the rear 䊊 2 of the vehicle unlocks that door. From that [...]

  • Page 116

    T o lock the door without the key, move the inside lock knob to the lock position 䊊 2 , then close the door. T o unlock the door without the key, move the inside lock knob to the unlock position 䊊 1 . T o lock the door without the key, move the inside lock knob to the lock position 䊊 1 , then close the door. T o unlock the door without the ke[...]

  • Page 117

    Lockout protection When the power door lock switch (driver’s or front passenger’s side) is moved to the lock position with the key in the ignition switch and any door opens, all doors will lock and then unlock automatically . This helps to prevent the keys from being accidently locked inside the vehicle. OPERA TING THE SLIDING DOOR The sliding [...]

  • Page 118

    BACK DOORS CAUTION Do not operate the 243° release lever until the door has been fully opened. Doing so can result in damage to the vehicle and/or malfunction of the mechanism. Open the back doors by performing the follow- ing: 1. From the outside of the vehicle, pull the door handle on the right side door toward you and open door until it stops. [...]

  • Page 119

    AUT OMA TIC DOOR L OCKS (if so equipped) ● All doors lock automatically when the vehicle speed reaches 15 mph (24 km/h). ● All doors unlock automatically when the ig- nition is placed in the OFF position or when the key is removed from the ignition switch. WARNING ● Radio waves could adversely affect electric medical equipment. Those who use [...]

  • Page 120

    ● Wetting may damage the key fob. If the key fob gets wet, immediately wipe until it is completely dry. ● Do not place the key fob for an ex - tended period in an area where tem- peratures exceed 140°F (60°C) . ● Do not attach the key fob with a key holder that contains a magnet. ● Do not place the key fob near equip- ment that produces a[...]

  • Page 121

    Unlocking doors Press the button on the key fob once. ● Only the driver’s door unlocks. ● The hazard warning lights flash once if all doors are completely closed with the ignition switch in any position except the ON posi- tion. ● The interior lights turn on and the light timer activates for a period of time when the inte- rior light switch[...]

  • Page 122

    The panic alarm stops when: ● it has run for a period of time, or ● any button is pressed on the key fob. Using the interior lights Press the button on the key fob once to turn on the interior lights. For additional information, refer to “Interior lights” in the “Instruments and controls” section of this manual. Silencing the horn beep [...]

  • Page 123

    䊊 1 Pull the hood lock release handle located below the driver side instrument panel. The hood will spring up slightly . 䊊 2 Push the lever at the front of the hood to the side as illustrated with your fingertips and raise the hood. When closing the hood, lower it slowly and make sure it locks into place. WARNING ● Make sure the hood is compl[...]

  • Page 124

    FUEL -FILLER CAP WARNING ● Gasoline is extremely flammable and highly explosive under certain condi- tions. Y ou could be burned or seriously injured if it is misused or mishandled. Always stop the engine and do not smoke or allow open flames or sparks near the vehicle when refueling. ● Do not attempt to top off the fuel tank after the fuel pum[...]

  • Page 125

    ● Failure to tighten the fuel-filler cap properly may cause the Malfunc- tion Indicator Light (MIL) to illuminate. If the light illuminates because the fuel-filler cap is loose or missing, tighten or install the cap and continue to drive the vehicle. The light should turn off after a few driving trips. If the light does not turn off after a few d[...]

  • Page 126

    3. Push the INFO knob 䊊 A on the instrument panel located behind the steering wheel for about one second to turn off the LOOSE FUEL CAP warning 䊊 B after tightening the fuel-filler cap. TIL T OPERA TION WARNING ● Do not adjust the steering wheel while driving. Y ou could lose control of your vehicle and cause an accident. ● Do not adjust th[...]

  • Page 127

    䊊 1 T o block out glare from the front, swing down the sun visor. 䊊 2 T o block glare from the side, disconnect the sun visor from the center mount and swing it to the side. ST ORAGE CLIP T o access the storage clip, pull the sun visor down. Insert items such as business cards, direc- tions, etc. under the clip. Do not view information while op[...]

  • Page 128

    OUTSIDE MIRRORS WARNING Objects viewed in the convex portion of the mirror are closer than they appear. Be careful when changing lanes or turning. Using only the convex mirror could cause an accident. Use the other mirrors or glance over your shoulder to properly judge distances to other objects. Use the outside mirror remote control to adjust the [...]

  • Page 129

    Manual control type (if so equipped) The outside mirror can be moved in any direction for a better rear view . Electric control type (if so equipped) The outside mirror remote control will operate only when the ignition switch is placed in the ACC or ON position. Move the small switch 䊊 1 to select the right or left mirror. Move the large switch [...]

  • Page 130

    Heated mirrors (if so equipped) Some outside mirrors can be heated to defrost, defog, or de-ice for improved visibility . For addi- tional information, refer to “Rear window and outside mirror (if so equipped) defroster switch” in the “Instruments and controls” section of this manual. T ype B (T railer tow) (if so equipped) LPD0269 Pre-driv[...]

  • Page 131

    4 Monitor, climate, audio, phone and voice recognition systems Control panel buttons — color screen with Navigation System (if so equipped) ..................4 - 2 How to use the touch-screen . . ..................4 - 3 How to use the BACK button ....................4 - 5 How to use the button ...................4 - 5 button .....................[...]

  • Page 132

    Registering with NissanConnect SM Mobile Apps ......................................... 4-52 Connect Phone ............................... 4-52 Application Download .......................... 4-52 Car phone or CB radio ............................ 4-53 Bluetooth® Hands-Free Phone System without Navigation System (if so equipped) ................. [...]

  • Page 133

    WARNING ● Do not disassemble or modify this sys- tem. If you do, it may result in accidents, fire, or electrical shock. ● In case you notice any foreign object in the system hardware, spill liquid on it, or notice smoke or smell coming from it, stop using the system immediately and contact a NISSAN dealer. Ignoring such conditions may lead to a[...]

  • Page 134

    9. CAMERA button 10. NA V button* * For additional information, refer to the separate Navigation System Owner’s Manual regarding the Navigation system control buttons. ** For additional information, refer to the “Bluetooth® Hands-Free Phone System with navigation system” or “Bluetooth® Hands-Free Phone System without navigation system” [...]

  • Page 135

    T ouch-screen operation Menu Item Result Selecting the item T ouch an item to select . T o select the “ Audio” key, touch the “Audio” key on the screen. Press the BACK button to return to the previous screen. Adjusting the item T ouch the “+” key or the “ ⫺ ” key to adjust the settings of an item. T ouch the up arrow to scroll up [...]

  • Page 136

    T ouch-screen maintenance If you clean the display screen, use a dry, soft cloth. If additional cleaning is necessary , use a small amount of neutral detergent with a soft cloth. Never spray the screen with water or de- tergent. Dampen the cloth first and then wipe the screen. HOW T O USE THE BACK BUTT ON Press the BACK button to return to the prev[...]

  • Page 137

    Menu item Result Audio For additional information, refer to “ Audio system” in this section. Navigation For additional information, refer to the separate Navigation System Owner’s Manual. Phone & Bluetooth For additional information, refer to “Bluetooth® Hands-Free Phone System with Navigation System” in this section. System T ouch t[...]

  • Page 138

    Menu item Result T emperature Unit T ouch this key to change the temperature unit being displayed (Fahrenheit or Celsius) . T ouchscreen click T oggles the touchscreen click feature on or off. When activated a click sound will be heard every time a key on the screen is touched. System Beeps T oggle the system beep tones feature on or off. When acti[...]

  • Page 139

    1. CAMERA button WARNING ● Failure to follow the warnings and in- structions for proper use of the Rear- View Monitor system could result in se- rious injury or death. ● RearView Monitor is a convenience fea- ture and is not a substitute for proper backing. Always turn and look out the windows and check mirrors to be sure that it is safe to mov[...]

  • Page 140

    ● The system is designed as an aid to the driver in showing large stationary ob- jects directly behind the vehicle, to help avoid damaging the vehicle. ● The distance guide line and the vehicle width line should be used as a reference only when the vehicle is on a level paved surface. The distance viewed on the monitor is for reference only and[...]

  • Page 141

    DIFFERENCE BETWEEN PREDICTED AND ACTUAL DIST ANCES The displayed guidelines and their locations on the ground are for approximate reference only. Objects on uphill or downhill surfaces or project- ing objects will be actually located at distances different from those displayed in the monitor rela- tive to the guidelines (refer to illustrations) . W[...]

  • Page 142

    Backing up near a projecting object The vehicle may seem to nearly clear the object in the display. However, the vehicle may hit the object if it projects over the actual backing up course. Backing up behind a projecting object The position 䊊 C is shown farther than the position 䊊 B in the display. However, the position 䊊 C is actually at the[...]

  • Page 143

    ADJUSTING THE SCREEN 1. Firmly apply the brake and place the shift lever in R (reverse) 2. Press the button on the control panel. 3. The screen will display the Night settings. 4. T urn the TUNE knob to adjust the setting up or down. 5. Press the button again to access the Auto settings. 6. T urn the TUNE knob to adjust the setting up or down. ● [...]

  • Page 144

    The following are operating limitations and do not represent a system malfunction: ● When the temperature is extremely high or low , the screen may not clearly display ob- jects. ● When strong light directly shines on the camera, objects may not be displayed clearly . ● Vertical lines may be seen in objects on the screen. This is due to stron[...]

  • Page 145

    Adjust air flow direction by moving the vent slides. Open or close the vents by using the dial. Move the dial toward the to open the vents or toward the to close them. WARNING ● The air conditioner cooling function op- erates only when the engine is running. ● Do not leave children or adults who would normally require the assistance of others a[...]

  • Page 146

    CONTROLS 1. Fan speed control dial 2. Front window defroster button 3. Rear window and/or outside mirror defroster switch (if so equipped) (T ype A)/ Fresh air button (T ype B) 4. Air recirculation button 5. T emperature control dial 6. MAX A/C button 7. Air flow control buttons 8. Air conditioner ON/OFF button T ype A (if so equipped) LHA2037 Moni[...]

  • Page 147

    Fan control dial The fan control dial turns the fan on and off, and controls fan speed. Air flow control buttons The air flow control buttons allow you to select the air flow outlets. MAX A/C — Air flows from center and side vents with maximum cooling (air conditioning) . — Air flows from center and side vents. — Air flows from center and sid[...]

  • Page 148

    For models equipped with the T ype B system, press the button to switch to the fresh air intake mode. Outside air is drawn into the pas- senger compartment and distributed through the selected outlet. The mode is not necessary for normal heater or air conditioner operation. Fresh air intake (T ype B only) Press the fresh air intake button . The air[...]

  • Page 149

    Bi-level heating The bi-level mode directs warmed air to the side and center vents and to the front and rear floor outlets. 1. Press the button to the OFF position (T ype A) or press the button (T ype B) . 2. Press the air flow control button. 3. T urn the fan control dial to the desired posi- tion. 4. T urn the temperature control dial to the de- [...]

  • Page 150

    Operating tips ● Keep the windows closed while the air con- ditioner is in operation. ● After parking in the sun, drive for 2 or 3 min- utes with the windows open to vent hot air from the passenger compartment. Then, close the windows. This allows the air con- ditioner to cool the interior more quickly . ● The air conditioning system should b[...]

  • Page 151

    LHA2039 LHA2040 4-20 Monitor, climate, audio, phone and voice recognition systems[...]

  • Page 152

    LHA2041 LHA2042 Monitor, climate, audio, phone and voice recognition systems 4-21[...]

  • Page 153

    The air conditioner system in your NISSAN ve- hicle is charged with a refrigerant designed with the environment in mind. This refrigerant does not harm the earth’s ozone layer. Special charging equipment and lubricant is re- quired when servicing your NISSAN air condi- tioner. Using improper refrigerants or lubricants will cause severe damage to [...]

  • Page 154

    RADIO Place the ignition switch in the ACC or ON position and press the PWR (power) button/VOL (volume) knob to turn the radio on. If you listen to the radio with the engine not running, the ignition switch should be placed in the ACC position. Radio reception is affected by station signal strength, distance from radio transmitter, build- ings, bri[...]

  • Page 155

    SA TELLITE RADIO RECEPTION (if so equipped) When the satellite radio is used for the first time or the battery has been replaced, the satellite radio may not work properly . This is not a mal- function. W ait more than 10 minutes with satellite radio ON and the vehicle outside of any metal or large building for satellite radio to receive all of the[...]

  • Page 156

    ● Do not expose the CD to direct sun- light. ● CDs that are in poor condition or are dirty, scratched or covered with finger- prints may not work properly. ● The following CDs may not work prop- erly: ● Copy control compact discs (CCCD) ● Recordable compact discs (CD-R) ● Rewritable compact discs (CD-RW) ● Do not use the following CDs[...]

  • Page 157

    ● Sampling frequency — Sampling frequency is the rate at which the samples of a signal are converted from analog to digital (A/D conversion) per second. ● Multisession — Multisession is one of the methods for writing data to media. Writing data once to the media is called a single session, and writing more than once is called a multisession[...]

  • Page 158

    Specification chart Supported media CD, CD-R, CD-RW Supported file systems ISO9660 LEVEL1, ISO9660 LEVEL2, Apple ISO, Romeo, Joliet * ISO9660 Level 3 (packet writing) is not supported. Supported versions*1 MP3 V ersion MPEG1, MPEG2, MPEG2.5 Sampling frequency 8 kHz - 48 kHz Bit rate 8 kbps - 320 kbps, VBR WMA Version WMA7, WMA8, WMA9 Sampling frequ[...]

  • Page 159

    T roubleshooting guide Symptom Cause and Countermeasure Cannot play Check if the disc was inserted correctly . Check if the disc is scratched or dirty. Check if there is condensation inside the player. If there is, wait until the condensation is gone (about 1 hour) before using the player. If there is a temperature increase error, the CD player wil[...]

  • Page 160

    USB (Universal Serial Bus) Connection P ort (if so equipped) WARNING Do not connect, disconnect, or operate the USB device while driving. Doing so can be a distraction. If distracted you could lose control of your vehicle and cause an acci- dent or serious injury. CAUTION ● Do not force the USB device into the USB port. Inserting the USB device t[...]

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    FM/AM RADIO WITH COMP ACT DISC (CD) PLA YER (T ype A) (if so equipped) 1. FM·AM button 2. CD eject button 3. CD button 4. CD insert slot 5. AUX button 6. MENU button 7. TUNE button 8. RPT (repeat) button 9. AUX (auxiliary) IN jack 10. SCAN button 11. PWR (power) button/VOL (volume) control knob 12. RDM (random) button 13. Station select (1 - 6) bu[...]

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    When no CD is loaded, the radio comes on. Pressing the PWR button again turns the system off. T urn the VOL control knob to the right to increase volume or to the left to decrease volume. MENU button (BASS, TREBLE, FADE , BALANCE and CLOCK) Press the MENU button to change the mode as follows: BAS → TRE → FA D → BAL → CLOCK → BAS T o adjus[...]

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    display will be reset to 9:00. At the same time the display will return to the audio. FM/AM radio operation FM·AM button Press the FM·AM button to change the band as follows: FM1 → FM2 → AM → FM1 The FM stereo indicator, ST (STEREO) , illumi- nates during FM stereo reception. When the stereo broadcast signal is weak, the radio auto- matical[...]

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    When is pressed, the track being played returns to the beginning. Press several times to skip back several tracks. Each time the button is pressed, the CD moves back one track. RPT (repeat) button When the RPT button is pressed while the com- pact disc is being played, the play pattern can be changed as follows: 1 ←→ Normal 1: The track that is[...]

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    FM/AM RADIO WITH COMP ACT DISC (CD) PLA YER (T ype B) (if so equipped) 1. (mute) button 2. DISP (display)/TEXT button 3. AM button 4. FM button 5. CD insert slot 6. CD button 7. AUX button 8. CL OCK button 9. (eject) button 10. TUNE/FF-REW/FOLDER button 11. SPEED VOL (volume) button 12. AUDIO button 13. AUX IN jack 14. Station select (1 - 6) button[...]

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    AUX) that was playing immediately before the system was turned off. While the system is on, pressing the PWR button turns the system off. T urn the VOL (volume) control knob to adjust the volume. MUTE button: Press the button to mute the audio sound. Press the button again to resume playing the audio at its previous volume. AUDIO button (Bass, T re[...]

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    TUNE button (T uning) : Press the TUNE/FF-REW/FOLDER button or for manual tuning. SEEK tuning: Press the SEEK/TRACK button or to tune from low to high or high to low frequen- cies and to stop at the next broadcasting station. SCAN tuning Press the SCAN button to stop at each broad- casting station for 5 seconds. Pressing the but- ton again during t[...]

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    SEEK/TRACK button When the SEEK/TRACK button is pressed while the compact disc is playing, the next track following the present one starts to play from the beginning. Press the SEEK/TRACK button several times to skip several tracks. Each time the button is pressed, the CD ad- vances one additional track. The track number appears in the display wind[...]

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    FM/AM/SA T RADIO WITH COMP ACT DISC (CD) PLA YER (if so equipped) 1. CD eject button 2. FM-AM button 3. AUX button 4. CD insert slot 5. Backward seek button and Forward seek button 6. BACK button 7. TUNE knob / AUDIO button 8. Display screen 9. ON-OFF button / VOL (volume) control knob 10. CD button 11. SXM button* *No satellite radio reception is [...]

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    This vehicle may be equipped with Speed Sen- sitive V olume. When this feature is active, the audio volume changes as the driving speed changes. AUDIO button Press the AUDIO button to show the Settings screen on the display . T urn the TUNE knob to navigate the options and then press the AUDIO button to make a selection. Audio Bass Adjusts the bass[...]

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    SXM settings T o view the SXM settings: 1. Press the [ ] button. 2. T ouch the “Settings” key . 3. T ouch the “SXM” key . The signal strength, activation status and other information are displayed on the screen. FM/AM/SA T radio operation FM·AM button Press the FM·AM button to change the band as follows: AM → FM1 → FM2 → AM If anoth[...]

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    1 to 6 Station memory operations T welve stations can be set for the FM band (6 for FM1, 6 for FM2) and 6 stations can be set for the AM band. Eighteen stations can be set for the SXM band (6 for SXM1, 6 for SXM2, 6 for SXM3) . 1. Choose the radio band AM, FM1 or FM2 using the FM·AM select button or choose the radio band SXM1, SXM2, SXM3 using the[...]

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    T o program a Smart Favorite preset: 1. Press the SXM button. 2. T ouch the “Setup” key . 3. T ouch the “T une Start” key to activate (ON) or deactivate (OFF) Smart Favorites. 4. T ouch the “ Add Preset” key to select an available preset. For additional information regarding preset memory options, refer to “1 to 6 station memory opera[...]

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    REWIND/ FAST FOR- WARD T o rewind/ fast forward a track, hold the or seek/track button. Compact disc (CD) player operation If the radio is already operating, it automatically turns off and the compact disc begins to play . CD button When the CD button is pressed with the system off and the compact disc loaded, the system will turn on and the compac[...]

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    SEEK (Reverse or Fast Forward) buttons Press and hold the seek buttons or for 1.5 seconds while the compact disc is playing to reverse or fast forward the track being played. The compact disc plays at an increased speed while reversing or fast forwarding. When the but- ton is released, the compact disc returns to nor- mal play speed. SEEK buttons P[...]

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    CAUTION ● T o avoid damage and loss of function when using a USB device, note the fol- lowing precautions. ● Do not force the USB device into the USB port. Inserting the USB device tilted or up-side-down into the port may damage the port. Make sure that the USB device is connected correctly into the USB port. ● Do not grab the USB port cover [...]

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    Press the button while an audio file on the USB device is playing to advance one track. Press the button several times to skip for- ward several tracks. If the last track in a folder on the USB device is skipped, the first track of the next folder is played. Random and repeat play mode While files on a USB device are playing, the play pattern can b[...]

  • Page 178

    While connected to the vehicle, the iPod® can only be operated by the vehicle audio controls. T o disconnect the iPod® from the vehicle, re- move the USB end of the cable from the USB port on the vehicle, then remove the cable from the iPod®. * iPod® is a trademark of Apple Inc., registered in the U.S. and other countries. Compatibility The fol[...]

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    Interface The interface for iP od® operation shown on the vehicle’s audio system display screen is similar to the iPod® interface. Use the touch-screen, BACK button or the scrolling knob to navigate the menus on the screen. When the iPod® is playing, touch the “Menu” key to bring up the iP od® interface. Depending on the iPod® model, the[...]

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    Scrolling menus While navigating long lists of artists, albums or songs in the music menu, it is possible to scroll the list by the first character in the name. T o activate character indexing, touch and hold the “ A- Z” key in the upper right corner of the screen. T urn the TUNE knob to choose the number or letter to jump to in the list and th[...]

  • Page 181

    4. T ouch the “Connect New Device” key . 5. The system acknowledges the command and asks you to initiate connecting from the device. The connecting procedure of the cellular phone varies according to each cel- lular phone model. For additional informa- tion, refer to the cellular phone Owner’s Manual. Audio main operation T o switch to the Bl[...]

  • Page 182

    1. SOURCE select switch 2. T uning switch 3. V olume control switch STEERING WHEEL SWIT CH FOR AUDIO CONTROL (if so equipped) The audio system can be operated using the controls on the steering wheel. SOURCE select switch Push the SOURCE select switch to change the mode in the following sequence: AM → FM* → XM** (if so equipped) → CD*** → U[...]

  • Page 183

    This vehicle is equipped with Smartphone Inte- gration technology. This allows many compatible Smartphone applications to be displayed and easily controlled through the vehicle’s touch- screen. NO TE: A compatible smartphone and registration is required to use mobile applications or to access connected features of certain ve- hicle applications. [...]

  • Page 184

    When installing a CB, ham radio or car phone in your vehicle, be sure to observe the following precautions; otherwise, the new equipment may adversely affect the engine control system and other electronic parts. WARNING ● A cellular phone should not be used for any purpose while driving so full atten- tion may be given to vehicle operation. Some [...]

  • Page 185

    Y our NISSAN is equipped with the Bluetooth® Hands-Free Phone System. If you have a com- patible Bluetooth® enabled cellular phone, you can set up the wireless connection between your cellular phone and the in-vehicle phone module. With Bluetooth® wireless technology , you can make or receive a hands-free telephone call with your cellular phone [...]

  • Page 186

    – Y our cellular phone is locked to prevent it from being dialed. ● When the radio wave condition is not ideal or ambient sound is too loud, it may be difficult to hear the other person’s voice during a call. ● Do not place the cellular phone in an area surrounded by metal or far away from the in-vehicle phone module to prevent tone quality[...]

  • Page 187

    Operating tips T o get the best performance out of the NISSAN V oice Recognition system, observe the following: ● Keep the interior of the vehicle as quiet as possible. Close the windows to eliminate surrounding noises (traffic noises, vibration sounds, etc.) , which may prevent the system from recognizing voice commands correctly. ● Wait until[...]

  • Page 188

    – NO T “One eight hundred six six two sixty two hundred,” and – NO T “One eight oh oh six six two sixty two hundred” ● Numbers can be spoken in small groups. The system will prompt you to continue en- tering digits, if desired. Example: 1-800-662-6200 – “One eight zero zero” The system repeats the numbers and prompts you to ente[...]

  • Page 189

    Y ou can also use the button to interrupt the system feedback and give a command at once. For additional information, refer to “List of voice commands” and “During a call” in this section. PHONE/END While the NISSAN Voice Recogni- tion System session is active, press and hold the button for 5 seconds to quit the voice recognition system at [...]

  • Page 190

    2. Say: “Connect phone” 䊊 A . The system ac- knowledges the command and announces the next set of available commands. 3. Say: “ Add phone” 䊊 B . The system acknowl- edges the command and asks you to initiate connecting from the phone handset 䊊 C . The connecting procedure of the cellular phone varies according to each cellular phone m[...]

  • Page 191

    LIST OF VOICE COMMANDS Main Menu “Call” “Phonebook” “Recent Calls” “Connect Phone” “Help” When you press and release the button on the steering wheel, you can choose from the commands on the Main Menu. The following pages describe these commands and the com- mands in each sub-menu. Remember to wait for the tone before speaking. [...]

  • Page 192

    The system acknowledges the command, re- peats the number and begins dialing. If a call back number does not exist, the system announces, “There is no number to call back” and ends the NISSAN V oice Recognition System session. During a call During a call there are several command options available. Press the button on the steering wheel to mute[...]

  • Page 193

    “T ransfer Entry” 䊊 A Use the T ransfer Entry command to store a new name in the system. When prompted by the system, say the name you would like to give the new entry . For example, say: “Mary.” If the name is too long or too short, the system tells you, then prompts you for a name again. Also, if the name sounds too much like a name alr[...]

  • Page 194

    NO TE: Each phone has its own separate phone- book. Y ou cannot access Phone A’s phone- book if you are currently connected with Phone B. “List Names” 䊊 A Use the List Names command to hear all the names and locations in the phone book. The system recites the phone book entries but does not include the actual phone numbers. When the playbac[...]

  • Page 195

    “Replace Phone” 䊊 C Use the Replace Phone command to replace an existing phone pairing with a new phone. The system will keep all voice tags assigned to your phonebook. “Delete Phone” 䊊 D Use the Delete Phone command to delete a phone that is connected to the vehicle. The sys- tem will list the names assigned to each phone and then prom[...]

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    TROUBLESHOO TING GUIDE The system should respond correctly to all voice commands without difficulty . If problems are en- countered, try the following solutions. Where the solutions are listed by number, try each solution in turn, starting with number 1, until the problem is resolved. Symptom Solution System fails to interpret the command correctly[...]

  • Page 198

    WARNING ● Use a phone after stopping your vehicle in a safe location. If you have to use a phone while driving, exercise extreme caution at all times so full attention may be given to vehicle operation. ● If you are unable to devote full attention to vehicle operation while talking on the phone, pull off the road to a safe location and stop you[...]

  • Page 199

    phone module when the ignition switch is placed in the ON position with the connected cellular phone turned on and carried in the vehicle. Y ou can register up to five different Bluetooth® cellular phones to the in-vehicle phone module. However, you can talk on only one cellular phone at a time. NISSAN V oice Recognition system supports the phone [...]

  • Page 200

    2. this device must accept any interference, including interference that may cause unde- sired operation of the device. IC Regulatory information – Operation is subject to the following two con- ditions: (1) this device may not cause interfer- ence, and (2) this device must accept any interference, including interference that may cause undesired [...]

  • Page 201

    5. Initiate the connecting process from the handset. The system will display the mes- sage: “Is PIN XXXXXX displayed on your Bluetooth device?” . If the PIN is displayed on your Bluetooth® device, select “Y es” to complete the pairing process. For additional information, refer to the Bluetooth® device’s Owner’s Manual. VEHICLE PHONEBO[...]

  • Page 202

    TEXT MESSAGING WARNING ● Laws in some jurisdictions may restrict the use of “T ext-to-Speech.” Check lo- cal regulations before using the feature. ● Laws in some jurisdictions may restrict the use of some of the applications and features, such as social networking and texting. Check local regulations for any requirements. ● Use the text m[...]

  • Page 203

    5. Once a recipient is chosen, the system prompts for which message to send. Nine predefined messages are available as well as three custom messages. T o choose one of the predefined messages, speak one of the following after the tone: ● “Driving, can’t text” ● “Call me” ● “On my way” ● “Running late” ● “Okay” ● ?[...]

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    BLUET OO TH® SETTINGS T o access the phone settings: 1. Press the [ ] button. 2. T ouch the “Settings” key . 3. T ouch the “Phone & Bluetooth” key . Menu Item Result Phone Settings For additional information, refer to “Phone settings” in this section. Connect New Device Select to connect a new Bluetooth® device to the Bluetooth® [...]

  • Page 205

    PHONE SETTINGS T o access the phone settings: 1. Press the [ ] button. 2. T ouch the “Settings” key . 3. T ouch the “Phone & Bluetooth” key . 4. T ouch the “Phone Settings” key and adjust the following settings as desired: ● Sort Phonebook By: Select “First Name” or “Last Name” to choose how phonebook entries are alpha- be[...]

  • Page 206

    Giving voice commands 1. Press the button. 2. The system announces: “Please say a cat- egory like phone or a command like points of interest followed by a brand name” . A list of available commands is then spoken by the system. 3. After the tone sounds and the face icon on the display changes, speak a command. Available commands are discussed i[...]

  • Page 207

    S Y STEM FEA TURES NISSAN V oice Recognition can activate the fol- lowing systems: ● Bluetooth®Hands-Free Phone System ● Navigation ● Audio ● Information ● My Apps For additional information on the navigation sys- tem, refer to the Navigation System Owner’s Manual. How to say numbers NISSAN V oice Recognition requires a certain way to [...]

  • Page 208

    If a phone is connected and Bluetooth® is set to “On” , the following voice commands are avail- able: ● Call (a name) Speak the name of the contact in which you are trying to call. System will confirm correct contact. Say “Dial” to initiate dialing. ● Dial Number Allows for up to 24 digits to be dialed. After the number is entered, say[...]

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    Allows user to select radio band ● T une AM (number) Allows user to tune directly to a desired AM frequency ● T une FM (number) Allows user to tune directly to a desired FM frequency ● SXM channel (number) Allows user to tune directly to a desired SXM station (if so equipped) ● CD T rack (number) Allows user to select track to be played ●[...]

  • Page 210

    TROUBLESHOO TING GUIDE The system should respond correctly to all voice commands without difficulty . If problems are en- countered, follow the solutions given in this guide for the appropriate error. Where the solutions are listed by number, try each solution in turn, starting with number one, until the problem is resolved. Symptom/error message S[...]

  • Page 211

    MEMO 4-80 Monitor, climate, audio, phone and voice recognition systems[...]

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    5 Starting and driving Precautions when starting and driving ................5 - 2 Exhaust gas (carbon monoxide) ..................5 - 2 Three-way catalyst ..............................5 - 2 Driving precautions .............................5 - 3 Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) ..........5 - 3 Avoiding collision and rollover . . ............[...]

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    WARNING ● Do not leave children or adults who would normally require the assistance of others alone in your vehicle. Pets should also not be left alone. They could accidentally injure themselves or others through inadvertent operation of the vehicle. Also, on hot, sunny days, temperatures in a closed vehicle could quickly become high enough to ca[...]

  • Page 214

    WARNING ● The exhaust gas and the exhaust sys- tem are very hot. Keep people, animals or flammable materials away from the exhaust system components. ● Do not stop or park the vehicle over flammable materials such as dry grass, waste paper or rags. They may ignite and cause a fire. CAUTION ● Do not use leaded gasoline. Deposits from leaded ga[...]

  • Page 215

    the vehicle placard or tire inflation pressure label, you should determine the proper tire inflation pressure for those tires.) As an added safety feature, your vehicle has been equipped with a Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) that illuminates a low tire pressure telltale when one or more of your tires is significantly under-inflated. Accordi[...]

  • Page 216

    ● Tire pressure rises and falls depending on the heat caused by the vehicle’s operation and the outside temperature. Do not reduce the tire pressure after driving because the tire pressure rises after driving. Low outside temperature can lower the temperature of the air inside the tire which can cause a lower tire inflation pressure. This may c[...]

  • Page 217

    Some examples are: – Facilities or electric devices using similar radio frequencies are near the vehicle. – If a transmitter set to similar frequencies is being used in or near the vehicle. – If a computer (or similar equipment) or a DC/AC converter is being used in or near the vehicle. Low tire pressure warning light may illuminate in the fo[...]

  • Page 218

    2. Do not apply the brakes. 3. Maintain a firm grip on the steering wheel with both hands and try to hold a straight course. 4. When appropriate, slowly release the accel- erator pedal to gradually slow the vehicle. 5. If there is nothing in the way , steer the ve- hicle to follow the road while vehicle speed is reduced. Do not attempt to drive the[...]

  • Page 219

    DRINKING AL COHOL/DRUGS AND DRIVING WARNING Never drive under the influence of alcohol or drugs. Alcohol in the bloodstream re- duces coordination, delays reaction time and impairs judgement. Driving after drinking alcohol increases the likelihood of being involved in an accident injuring yourself and others. Additionally, if you are injured in an [...]

  • Page 220

    T o remove the key from the ignition switch: 1. Shift the shift lever to the P (Park) position with the ignition switch in the ON position. 2. Place the ignition switch in the L OCK posi- tion. 3. Remove the key from the ignition switch. If the shift lever is shifted to the P (Park) position after the ignition switch is placed in the OFF position o[...]

  • Page 221

    3. Repeat steps 1 and 2. 4. Restart the engine while holding the device (which may have caused the interference) separate from the registered key . If the no start condition re-occurs, NISSAN rec- ommends placing the registered key on a sepa- rate key ring to avoid interference from other devices. ● Make sure the area around the vehicle is clear.[...]

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    ● If the engine is very hard to start because it is flooded, depress the accelerator pedal all the way to the floor and hold it. Crank the engine for 5–6 seconds. After cranking the engine, release the accel- erator pedal. Crank the engine with your foot off the accelerator pedal by turn- ing the ignition key to ST ART . Release the key when th[...]

  • Page 223

    If: 1. The engine coolant temperature is not re- duced. 2. The air conditioning cooling function does not turn back on. 3. If the engine oil pressure low warning light illuminates or the engine coolant tempera- ture gauge indicates an overheating condi- tion, this may indicate a malfunction. Move the vehicle off the road in a safe area and allow th[...]

  • Page 224

    CAUTION ● When stopping the vehicle on an uphill grade, do not hold the vehicle by de- pressing the accelerator pedal. The foot brake should be used for this purpose. ● Do not downshift abruptly on slippery roads. This may cause a loss of control. The automatic transmission in your vehicle is electronically controlled to produce maximum power a[...]

  • Page 225

    WARNING Apply the parking brake if the shift lever is in any position while the engine is not running. Failure to do so could cause the vehicle to move unexpectedly or roll away and result in serious personal injury or property damage. If the ignition switch is placed in the OFF or ACC position for any reason while the vehicle is in N (Neutral) , o[...]

  • Page 226

    Shift ranges up or down one by one as follows: M1 ←→ M2 ←→ M3 ←→ M4 ←→ M5 M5 (Fifth) Allows the vehicle to shift to the hightest gear. Shift ranges up or down one by one as follows: M1 ←→ M2 ←→ M3 ←→ M4 ←→ M5 M5 will be displayed on the position indicator in the meter. M4 (Fourth) For driving up or down long slopes w[...]

  • Page 227

    Shift lock release If the battery is discharged, the shift lever may not be moved from the P (Park) position even with the brake pedal depressed. T o move the shift lever, release the shift lock. The shift lever can be moved to N (Neutral) . However, for models without the NISSAN Vehicle Immobi- lizer System, the steering wheel will be locked unles[...]

  • Page 228

    WARNING ● Be sure the parking brake is fully re- leased before driving. Failure to do so can cause brake failure and lead to an accident. ● Do not release the parking brake from outside the vehicle. ● Do not use the shift lever in place of the parking brake. When parking, be sure the parking brake is fully engaged. ● T o help avoid risk of [...]

  • Page 229

    ● If the cruise control system malfunctions, it cancels automatically. The SET indicator light illuminates in the vehicle information display then blinks to warn the driver. For additional information, refer to “V ehicle infor- mation display” in the “Instruments and con- trols” section of this manual. ● If the SET indicator light blink[...]

  • Page 230

    ● Push and hold the ACCEL/RES switch. When the vehicle attains the speed you de- sire, release the switch. ● Push and release the ACCEL/RES switch. Each time you do this, the set speed in- creases by about 1 mph (1.6 km/h). T o reset at a slower cruising speed, use one of the following three methods: ● Lightly tap the brake pedal. When the ve[...]

  • Page 231

    3. Use Air Conditioning (A/C) at Higher V ehicle Speeds ● Below 40 mph (64 km/h), it is more effi- cient to open windows to cool the vehicle due to reduced engine load. ● Above 40 mph (64 km/h), it is more effi- cient to use A/C to cool the vehicle due to increased aerodynamic drag. ● Recirculating the cool air in the cabin when the A/C is on[...]

  • Page 232

    ● Keep your engine tuned up. ● Follow the recommended scheduled main- tenance. ● Keep the tires inflated to the correct pres- sure. Low tire pressure increases tire wear and lowers fuel economy. ● Keep the front wheels in correct alignment. Improper alignment increases tire wear and lowers fuel economy . ● Use the recommended viscosity en[...]

  • Page 233

    1. Firmly apply the parking brake. 2. Move the shift lever to the P (Park) position. 3. T o 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: 䊊 A T urn the wheels into the curb and move the vehicle forward until the curb side wheel [...]

  • Page 234

    W et 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. T o dry the brakes, drive the vehicle at a safe speed while lightly pressing the brake pedal to heat up the brakes. Do this until the brakes return to normal. [...]

  • Page 235

    WARNING Do not pump the brake pedal. Doing so may result in increased stopping distances. Self-test feature The ABS includes electronic sensors, electric pumps, hydraulic solenoids and a computer. The computer has a built-in diagnostic feature that tests the system each time you start the engine and move the vehicle at a low speed in forward or rev[...]

  • Page 236

    ● Do not modify the vehicle’s suspension. If suspension parts such as shock ab- sorbers, struts, springs, stabilizer bars, bushings and wheels are not NISSAN approved for your vehicle or are ex- tremely deteriorated, the ABLS system may not operate properly. This could adversely affect vehicle handling per- formance, and the slip indicator ligh[...]

  • Page 237

    The VDC system is automatically reset to ON when the ignition switch is placed in the OFF position then back to the ON position. The computer has a built in diagnostic feature that tests the system each time you start the engine and move the vehicle forward or in reverse at a slow speed. When the self-test occurs, you may hear a clunk noise and/or [...]

  • Page 238

    BRAKE FORCE DISTRIBUTION During braking while driving through turns, the system optimizes the distribution of force to each of the four wheels depending on the radius of the turn. WARNING ● The VDC system is designed to help the driver maintain controllability but can- not prevent accidents due to abrupt steering operation at high speeds or by ca[...]

  • Page 239

    WARNING ● Always turn and look back before back - ing up. The RSS is not a substitute for proper backing procedures. ● Read and understand the limitations of the rear sonar system as contained in this section. Inclement weather may af- fect the function of the RSS; this may include reduced performance or a false activation. ● This system is n[...]

  • Page 240

    FREEING A FROZEN DOOR L OCK T o prevent a door lock from freezing, apply de- icer through the key hole. If the lock becomes frozen, heat the key before inserting it into the key hole or use the remote keyless entry key fob (if so equipped) . ANTIFREEZE In the winter when it is anticipated that the tem- perature will drop below 32°F (0°C) , check [...]

  • Page 241

    ● Whatever the condition, drive with cau- tion. Accelerate and slow down with care. If accelerating or downshifting too fast, the drive wheels will lose even more traction. ● Allow more stopping distance under these conditions. Braking should be started sooner than on dry pavement. ● Allow greater following distances on slippery roads. ● Wa[...]

  • Page 242

    6 In case of emergency Hazard warning flasher switch ......................6 - 2 Flat tire ...........................................6 - 2 Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) ..........6 - 2 Changing a flat tire .............................6 - 3 Jump starting .....................................6 - 9 Push starting ............................[...]

  • Page 243

    Push the switch on to warn other drivers when you must stop or park under emergency condi- tions. All turn signal lights flash. WARNING ● If stopping for an emergency, be sure to move the vehicle well off the road. ● Do not use the hazard warning flashers while moving on the highway unless unusual circumstances force you to drive so slowly that[...]

  • Page 244

    ● If the low tire pressure warning light illuminates while driving, avoid sudden steering maneuvers or abrupt braking, reduce vehicle speed, pull off the road to a safe location and stop the vehicle as soon as possible. Driving with under- inflated tires may permanently damage the tires and increase the likelihood of tire failure. Serious vehicle[...]

  • Page 245

    A . Tire stoppers B. Flat Tire Blocking wheels Place tire stoppers, supplied in tool kit, at both the front and back of the wheel diagonally oppo- site the flat tire to prevent the vehicle from moving when it is jacked up. WARNING Be sure to block the wheel as the vehicle may move and result in personal injury. Getting the spare tire and tools 1. R[...]

  • Page 246

    3. Fit the square end of the jack rod into the square hole of the wheel nut wrench to form a handle. 4. Seat the J-shaped end of the jack rod into the opening of the tire winch. Apply pressure to keep the jack rod engaged in the spare tire winch and turn the jack rod counter- clockwise to lower the spare tire. 5. Once the spare tire is completely l[...]

  • Page 247

    Removing wheel cover (if so equipped) CAUTION Do not use your hands to pry off wheel caps or wheel covers. Doing so could re- sult in personal injury. T o remove the wheel cover, use the jack rod 䊊 1 as illustrated. Apply cloth 䊊 2 between the wheel and jack rod to prevent damaging the wheel and wheel cover. Use caution not to scratch the wheel[...]

  • Page 248

    2. Place the jack directly under the jack-up point as illustrated so the top of the jack contacts the vehicle at the jack-up point. The jack -up points are indicated by stamped ar- rows on the side of the frame. The jack should be used on firm and level ground. 3. Install the assembled jack rod into the jack as shown. 4. T o lift the vehicle, secur[...]

  • Page 249

    Installing the spare tire The spare tire is designed for emergency use. For additional information, refer to “ Wheels and tires” in the “Maintenance and do-it-yourself” section of this manual. 1. Clean any mud or dirt from the surface be- tween the wheel and hub. 2. Carefully put the spare tire on and tighten the wheel nuts finger tight. 3.[...]

  • Page 250

    WARNING ● Always make sure that the spare tire and jacking equipment are properly se- cured after use. Such items can become dangerous projectiles in an accident or sudden stop. ● The spare tire is designed for emer- gency use. For additional information, refer to “ Wheels and tires” in the “Main- tenance and do-it-yourself” section of [...]

  • Page 251

    WARNING Always follow the instructions below. Fail- ure to do so could result in damage to the charging system and cause personal injury. 1. If the booster battery is in another vehicle, position the 2 vehicles to bring their batter- ies near each other. Do not allow the two vehicles to touch. 2. Apply the parking brake. Move the shift lever to P ([...]

  • Page 252

    WARNING Do not push start this vehicle. The 3-way catalyst may be damaged. CAUTION Automatic transmission models cannot be push-started or tow-started. Attempting to do so may cause transmission damage. WARNING ● Do not continue to drive if your vehicle overheats. Doing so could cause engine damage or a vehicle fire. ● T o avoid the danger of b[...]

  • Page 253

    5. Visually check drive belts for damage or looseness. Also check if the cooling fan is running. The radiator hoses and radiator should not leak water. If coolant is leaking, the water pump belt is missing or loose, or the cooling fan does not run, stop the en- gine. WARNING Be careful not to allow your hands, hair, jewelry or clothing to come into[...]

  • Page 254

    T OWING RECOMMENDED B Y NISSAN NISSAN recommends that your vehicle be towed with the driving (rear) wheels off the ground or place the vehicle on a flat bed truck as illustrated. CAUTION ● Never tow automatic transmission models with the rear wheels on the ground or four wheels on the ground (forward or backward) , as this may cause serious and e[...]

  • Page 255

    Pulling a stuck vehicle WARNING T o avoid vehicle damage, serious personal injury or death when recovering a stuck vehicle: ● Contact a professional towing service to recover the vehicle if you have any questions regarding the recovery procedure. ● T ow chains or cables must be attached only to main structural members of the vehicle. ● Do not[...]

  • Page 256

    7 Appearance and care Cleaning exterior ..................................7 - 2 W ashing ......................................7 - 2 W axing ........................................7 - 2 Removing spots ................................7 - 3 Underbody ....................................7 - 3 Glass .........................................7 - 3 Alumi[...]

  • Page 257

    In order to maintain the appearance of your ve- hicle, it is important to take proper care of it. T o protect the paint surfaces, please wash your vehicle as soon as you can: ● after a rainfall to prevent possible damage from acid rain ● after driving on coastal roads ● when contaminants such as soot, bird drop- pings, tree sap, metal particl[...]

  • Page 258

    REMOVING SPO TS Remove tar and oil spots, industrial dust, insects, and tree sap as quickly as possible from the surface of the paint to avoid lasting damage or staining. Special cleaning products are available at a NISSAN dealer or any automotive accessory store. UNDERBOD Y In areas where road salt is used in winter, it is necessary to clean the u[...]

  • Page 259

    Occasionally remove loose dust from the interior trim, plastic parts and seats using a vacuum cleaner or soft brush. Wipe the vinyl surfaces with a clean, soft cloth dampened in mild soap solution, then wipe clean with a dry , soft cloth. Gently dab or tap soiled cloth areas with a moist, soft cloth. Before using any fabric protector, read the manu[...]

  • Page 260

    Floor mat positioning aid This vehicle includes two driver’s side front floor mat brackets and one passenger’s side front floor mat bracket to help keep your floor mats in place. Genuine NISSAN floor mats have been specially designed for your vehicle model. The driver’s side floor mat has two grommet holes incorporated in it and the passenger[...]

  • Page 261

    T emperature High temperatures accelerate the rate of corro- sion to those parts which are not well ventilated. Air pollution Industrial pollution, the presence of salt in the air in coastal areas, or heavy road salt use acceler- ates the corrosion process. Road salt also accel- erates the disintegration of paint surfaces. PRO TECT Y OUR VEHICLE FR[...]

  • Page 262

    8 Maintenance and do-it-yourself Maintenance requirements ..........................8 - 2 General maintenance ..............................8 - 2 Explanation of general maintenance items .........8 - 2 Maintenance precautions ...........................8 - 5 Engine compartment check locations ................8 - 7 Engine cooling system ............[...]

  • Page 263

    Y our NISSAN has been designed to have mini- mum maintenance requirements with long ser- vice intervals to save you both time and money; however, some day-to-day and regular mainte- nance is essential to maintain your NISSAN’s good mechanical condition as well as its emis- sions and engine performance. It is the owner’s responsibility to make s[...]

  • Page 264

    When driving in areas using road salt or other corrosive materials, check lubrication frequently . Lights* Clean the headlights on a regular basis. Make sure that the headlights, stop lights, tail lights, turn signal lights, and other lights are all operating properly and installed securely . Also check headlight aim. Road wheel nuts (lug nuts)* Wh[...]

  • Page 265

    Steering wheel Check for changes in the steer- ing system, such as excessive freeplay, hard steering or strange noises. Warning lights and chimes Make sure all warning lights and chimes are operating properly . Windshield wiper and washer* Check that the wipers and washer operate properly and that the wipers do not streak. Windshield defroster Chec[...]

  • Page 266

    Underbody The underbody is frequently ex- posed to corrosive substances such as those used on icy roads or to control dust. It is very important to remove these substances from the underbody , otherwise rust may form on the floor pan, frame, fuel lines and exhaust system. At the end of winter, the underbody should be thor- oughly flushed with plain[...]

  • Page 267

    CAUTION ● Do not work under the hood while the engine is hot. T urn the engine off and wait until it cools down. ● Avoid contact with used engine oil and coolant. Improperly disposed engine oil, engine coolant and/or other vehicle fluids can damage the environment. Al- ways conform to local regulations for disposal of vehicle fluid. ● Never l[...]

  • Page 268

    VQ40DE engine 1. Fuse/Fusible link box 2. Engine oil filler cap 3. Engine oil dipstick 4. Brake fluid reservoir 5. Air cleaner 6. Windshield-washer fluid reservoir 7. Engine coolant reservoir 8. Drive belt location 9. Power steering fluid reservoir 10. Radiator cap 11. Battery LDI2615 ENGINE COMPARTMENT CHECK LOCA TIONS Maintenance and do-it-yourse[...]

  • Page 269

    VK56DE engine 1. Fuse/Fusible link box 2. Power steering fluid reservoir 3. Engine coolant reservoir 4. Brake fluid reservoir 5. Air cleaner 6. Windshield-washer fluid reservoir 7. Drive belt location 8. Engine oil filler cap 9. Engine oil dipstick 10. Radiator cap 11. Battery NO TE: Engine cover removed for clarity. LDI2655 8-8 Maintenance and do-[...]

  • Page 270

    The engine cooling system is filled at the factory with a pre-diluted mixture of 50% Genuine NISSAN Long Life Antifreeze/Coolant (blue) and 50% water to provide year-round antifreeze and coolant protection. The antifreeze solution con- tains rust and corrosion inhibitors. Additional en- gine cooling system additives are not necessary . WARNING ● [...]

  • Page 271

    CHECKING ENGINE COOLANT LEVEL Check the coolant level in the reservoir when the engine is cold. If the coolant level is below the MIN level 䊊 B , add coolant to the MAX level 䊊 A . If the reservoir is empty, check the coolant level in the radiator when the engine is cold. If there is insufficient coolant in the radiator, fill the radiator with [...]

  • Page 272

    CHECKING ENGINE OIL LEVEL 1. Park the vehicle on a level surface and apply the parking brake. 2. Start the engine and let it idle until it reaches operating temperature. 3. T urn off the engine. Wait more than 10 minutes for the oil to drain back into the oil pan. 4. Remove the dipstick and wipe it clean. Re- insert it all the way . 5. Remove the d[...]

  • Page 273

    CAUTION Oil level should be checked regularly. Op- erating the engine with an insufficient amount of oil can damage the engine, and such damage is not covered by warranty. CHANGING ENGINE OIL 1. Park the vehicle on a level surface and apply the parking brake. VQ40DE engine LDI2595 VK56DE engine LDI2610 8-12 Maintenance and do-it-yourself[...]

  • Page 274

    2. Start the engine and let it idle until it reaches operating temperature, then turn it off. 3. Remove the oil filler cap 䊊 A by turning it counterclockwise. 4. Place a large drain pan under the drain plug 䊊 B . 5. Remove the drain plug 䊊 B with a wrench by turning it counterclockwise and completely drain the oil. If the oil filter is to be [...]

  • Page 275

    CHANGING ENGINE OIL FIL TER 1. Park the vehicle on a level surface and apply the parking brake. 2. T urn the engine off. 3. Place a large drain pan under the oil filter. 4. Unscrew the plate covering the oil filter ex- posing the filter. 5. Loosen the oil filter 䊊 A with an oil filter wrench by turning it counterclockwise. Then remove the oil fil[...]

  • Page 276

    When checking or replacement is required, we recommend a NISSAN dealer for servicing. CAUTION ● Use Genuine NISSAN Matic S ATF . If Genuine NISSAN Matic S A TF is not available, Genuine NISSAN Matic J A TF may also be used. ● Using automatic transmission fluid other than Genuine NISSAN Matic S A TF or Matic J A TF will cause deteriora- tion in [...]

  • Page 277

    WARNING ● Use only new fluid from a sealed con- tainer. Old, inferior or contaminated fluid may damage the brake system. The use of improper fluids can damage the brake system and affect the vehi- cle’s stopping ability. ● Clean the filler cap before removing. ● Brake fluid is poisonous and should be stored carefully in marked containers ou[...]

  • Page 278

    Refill the reservoir more frequently when driving conditions require an increased amount of windshield-washer fluid. Recommended fluid is Genuine NISSAN Wind- shield Washer Concentrate Cleaner & Antifreeze or equivalent. CAUTION ● Do not substitute engine antifreeze coolant for windshield-washer fluid. This may result in damage to the paint. [...]

  • Page 279

    ● Keep battery out of the reach of children. ● Do not tip the battery. Keep the vent caps tight and the battery level. 1. Remove the vent caps with a screwdriver as shown. Use a cloth to protect the battery case. 2. Check the fluid level in each cell. If it is necessary to add fluid, add only distilled water to bring the level up to the bottom [...]

  • Page 280

    V ehicles operated in high temperatures or under severe conditions require frequent checks of the battery fluid level. JUMP ST ARTING If jump starting is necessary, refer to “Jump start- ing” in the “In case of emergency” section of this manual. If the engine does not start by jump starting, the battery may have to be replaced. Contact a NI[...]

  • Page 281

    1. Visually inspect the belt for signs of unusual wear, cuts, fraying or looseness. If the belt is in poor condition or is loose, have it replaced or adjusted by a NISSAN dealer. 2. Have the belt checked regularly for condi- tion and tension in accordance with the maintenance schedule found in the “NISSAN Service and Maintenance Guide” . REPLAC[...]

  • Page 282

    The air cleaner filter should not be cleaned and reused. Replace it according to the maintenance log shown in the “NISSAN Service and Mainte- nance Guide.” T o remove the air cleaner filter: 䊊 1 Unlatch the clips and move the air cleaner cover upward. 2. Remove the air cleaner filter. 3. Wipe the inside of the air cleaner filter hous- ing and[...]

  • Page 283

    REPLACING Replace the wiper blades if they are worn. 1. Lift the wiper arm away from the windshield. 䊊 2 Push the release tab, then move the wiper blade down the wiper arm to remove. 䊊 3 Remove the wiper blade. 4. Insert the new wiper blade onto the wiper arm until it clicks into place. 5. Rotate wiper blade so the dimple is in the groove. 6. R[...]

  • Page 284

    If the brakes do not operate properly, have the brakes checked by a NISSAN dealer. Self-adjusting brakes Y our vehicle is equipped with self-adjusting brakes. The front and rear disc-type brakes self-adjust every time the brake pedal is applied. WARNING See a NISSAN dealer for a brake system check if the brake pedal height does not return to normal[...]

  • Page 285

    If a type 䊊 A fuse is used to replace a type 䊊 B fuse, the type 䊊 A fuse will not be level with the fuse pocket as shown in the illustration. This will not affect the performance of the fuse. Make sure the fuse is installed in the fuse box securely. T ype 䊊 B fuses cannot be installed in the under- hood fuse boxes. Only use type 䊊 A fuses[...]

  • Page 286

    5. If the fuse is open 䊊 A , replace it with a new fuse 䊊 B . 6. If a new fuse also opens, have the electrical system checked and repaired by a NISSAN dealer. Fusible links If the electrical equipment does not operate and fuses are in good condition, check the fusible links. If any of these fusible links are melted, replace with only Genuine NI[...]

  • Page 287

    4. If the fuse is open 䊊 B , replace it with an equivalent good fuse 䊊 C . 5. Push the fuse box cover to install. 6. If a new fuse also opens, have the electrical system checked and repaired by a NISSAN dealer. Extended storage switch If any electrical equipment does not operate, remove the extended storage switch and check for an open fuse. NO[...]

  • Page 288

    CAUTION Be careful not to allow children to swallow the battery or removed parts. KEY FOB (if so equipped) Replace the battery in the key fob as follows: 䊊 1 Open the lid using a coin 䊊 A . 䊊 2 Remove the battery 䊊 B . 䊊 3 Install a new battery 䊊 C with the “+” facing down. ● Hold the battery by the edges. Holding the battery acro[...]

  • Page 289

    ● Do not touch the internal circuit and electric terminals as it could cause a malfunction. ● When changing the battery , do not let dust or oil get on the key fob. ● There is danger of explosion if a lithium bat- tery is incorrectly replaced. Replace only with the same or equivalent type. Recommended battery: CR2025 or equivalent. 䊊 4 Clos[...]

  • Page 290

    ● Do not leave the bulb out of the head- light reflector for a long period of time as dust, moisture and smoke may enter the headlight body and affect the per- formance of the headlight. ● Aiming is not necessary after replacing the bulb. When aiming is necessary, contact a NISSAN dealer. NO TE: Use the same number and wattage as shown in the c[...]

  • Page 291

    1. Map lights 2. Cargo lights (if so equipped) 3. Headlight assembly 4. High-mounted stop light 5. License plate light 6. Rear combination light Replacement procedures All other lights are either type A , B, C or D. When replacing a bulb, first remove the lens, lamp and/or cover. LDI2628 WDI0263 8-30 Maintenance and do-it-yourself[...]

  • Page 292

    Indicates bulb removal Indicates bulb installation Use a cloth 䊊 1 to protect the housing. Use a cloth 䊊 1 to protect the housing. Map lights LDI0478 Cargo lights (if so equipped) WDI0206 Maintenance and do-it-yourself 8-31[...]

  • Page 293

    If you have a flat tire, refer “Flat tire” in the “In case of emergency” section of this manual. TIRE PRESSURE Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) This vehicle is equipped with the Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) . It monitors tire pressure of all four tires ex- cept the spare. When the low tire pres- sure warning light is lit and[...]

  • Page 294

    been parked for 3 or more hours, or driven less than 1 mile (1.6 km) at moderate speeds. Incorrect tire pressure, including un- der inflation, may adversely affect tire life and vehicle handling. WARNING ● Improperly inflated tires can fail suddenly and cause an accident. ● The Gross V ehicle Weight Rating (GVWR) is located on the F .M .V .S.S.[...]

  • Page 295

    Tire and loading information label 䊊 1 Seating capacity: The maximum num- ber of occupants that can be seated in the vehicle. 䊊 2 V ehicle load limit: Refer to loading information in the “T echnical and consumer information” section of this manual. 䊊 3 Original tire size: The size of the tires originally installed on the vehicle at the fa[...]

  • Page 296

    Checking tire pressure 1. Remove the valve stem cap from the tire. 2. Press the pressure gauge squarely onto the valve stem. Do not press too hard or force the valve stem side- ways, or air will escape. If the hissing sound of air escaping from the tire is heard while checking the pressure, reposition the gauge to eliminate this leakage. 3. Remove [...]

  • Page 297

    TIRE LABELING Federal law requires tire manufacturers to place standardized information on the sidewall of all tires. This information iden- tifies and describes the fundamental characteristics of the tire and also pro- vides the tire identification number (TIN) for safety standard certification. The TIN can be used to identify the tire in case of [...]

  • Page 298

    䊊 2 TIN (Tire Identification Number) for a new tire (example: DO T XX XX XXX XXXX) 1. DO T : Abbreviation for the “Depart- ment Of T ransportation” . The symbol can be placed above, below or to the left or right of the Tire Identification Number. 2. T wo-digit code: Manufacturer’s identification mark. 3. T wo-digit code: Tire size. 4. Three[...]

  • Page 299

    Manufacturer or brand name is shown. Other Tire-related T erminology In addition to the many terms that are defined throughout this section, Intended Outboard Sidewall is (1) the sidewall that contains a whitewall, bears white lettering or bears manufacturer, brand, and/or model name molding that is higher or deeper than the same molding on the oth[...]

  • Page 300

    TIRE CHAINS Use of tire chains may be prohibited according to location. Check the local laws before installing tire chains. When installing tire chains, make sure they are the proper size for the tires on your vehicle and are installed according to the chain manufacturer’s suggestions. Use only SAE class “S” chains. Class “S” chains are u[...]

  • Page 301

    Wheel nut tightening torque: 131 ft-lb (177 N·m) The wheel nuts must be kept tight- ened to specifications at all times. It is recommended that wheel nuts be tightened to specification at each tire rotation interval. Because the tire pressures are different between the front and rear tires, the Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) must be reset [...]

  • Page 302

    The TPMS warning light flashes con- tinuously when the system is relearning the tire positions. 3. When the relearn procedure is successfully completed: – The TPMS light illuminates for 3 seconds – A chime sounds three times 4. Adjust the tire pressures to the cold tire pressure specification shown on the tire and loading information label. For[...]

  • Page 303

    Tire wear and damage 1. W ear indicator 2. Location mark WARNING ● Tires should be periodically in- spected for wear, cracking, bulg- ing or objects caught in the tread. If excessive wear, cracks, bulging or deep cuts are found, the tire(s) should be replaced. ● The original tires have built-in tread wear indicators. When the wear indicators ar[...]

  • Page 304

    ● If the wheels are changed for any reason, always replace with wheels which have the same off-set dimension. Wheels of a different off-set could cause premature tire wear, degrade vehicle handling char- acteristic s, affect the VDC system and/or interference with the brake discs. Such interference can lead to decreased brak - ing efficiency and/[...]

  • Page 305

    MEMO 8-44 Maintenance and do-it-yourself[...]

  • Page 306

    9 T echnical and consumer information Recommended fluids/lubricants and capacities .......9 - 2 Fuel recommendation ...........................9 - 5 Engine oil and oil filter recommendations ..........9 - 7 Air conditioner system refrigerant and oil recommendations ..............................9 - 8 Specifications .................................[...]

  • Page 307

    The following are approximate capacities. The actual refill capacities may be slightly different. When refilling, follow the procedure described in the “Maintenance and do-it-yourself” section to determine the proper refill capacity. Fluid T ype Capacity (Approximate) Recommended Fluids and Lubricants US measure Imp measure Metric measure Fuel [...]

  • Page 308

    Fluid T ype Capacity (Approximate) Recommended Fluids and Lubricants US measure Imp measure Metric measure Engine coolant VQ40DE With reservoir 3-3/8 gal 2-3/4 gal 12.7 L • Pre-diluted Genuine NISSAN Long Life Antifreeze/Coolant (blue) or equivalent VK56DE Automatic transmission fluid (A TF) — — — • Genuine NISSAN Matic S A TF • If Genu[...]

  • Page 309

    Fluid T ype Capacity (Approximate) Recommended Fluids and Lubricants US measure Imp measure Metric measure Brake fluid — — — • Genuine NISSAN Super Heavy Duty Brake Fluid or equivalent DO T 3 • Available in mainland USA through a NISSAN dealer. • Refill to the proper level according to the in- structions in the “Maintenance and do-it-[...]

  • Page 310

    FUEL RECOMMENDA TION Use unleaded regular gasoline with an octane rating of at least 87 AKI (Anti-Knock Index) num- ber (Research octane number 91) . CAUTION ● Using a fuel other than that specified could adversely affect the emission control system, and may also affect the warranty coverage. ● Under no circumstances should a leaded gasoline be[...]

  • Page 311

    ● If an oxygenate-blend other than methanol blend is used, it should con- tain no more than 10% oxygenate. (MTBE may, however, be added up to 15%.) ● E-15 fuel contains more than 10% oxy- genate. E-15 fuel will adversely affect the emission control devices and sys- tems of the vehicle and should not be used. Damage caused by such fuel is not co[...]

  • Page 312

    roads, have a NISSAN dealer correct the condition. Failure to correct the condition is misuse of the vehicle, for which NISSAN is not responsible. Incorrect ignition timing may result in spark knock, after-run and/or overheating, which may cause excessive fuel consumption or engine damage. If any of the above symptoms are en- countered, have your v[...]

  • Page 313

    Oil viscosity The engine oil viscosity or thickness changes with temperature. Because of this, it is important to select the engine oil viscosity based on the temperatures at which the vehicle will be oper- ated before the next oil change. Choosing an oil viscosity other than that recommended could cause serious engine damage. Selecting the correct[...]

  • Page 314

    ENGINE Model VQ40DE VK56DE T ype Gasoline, 4-cycle, DOHC Gasoline, 4-cycle, DOHC Cylinder arrangement 6-cylinder, V-block, Slanted at 60° 8-cylinder, V-block, Slanted at 90° Bore x Stroke in (mm) 3.76 x 3.622 (95.5 x 92) in (mm) 3.858 x 3.622 (98 x 92) Displacement cu in (cm 3 ) 241.3 (3,954) cu in (cm 3 ) 338.8 (5,552) Firing order 1–2–3–4[...]

  • Page 315

    WHEELS AND TIRES Wheel T ype Offset in (mm) Size Steel 1.57 (40) 17 x 7.5 J Tires Size All Season L T245/70R17 L T245/75R17 Spare tire Size All Season Full size DIMENSIONS AND WEIGHTS Overall length in (mm) 240.6 (6,112) Overall width (w/ tow mirrors extended) in (mm) 108.6 (2,758) Overall width (w/o tow mirrors extended) in (mm) 102.8 (2,610) Over[...]

  • Page 316

    When planning to drive your NISSAN ve- hicle in another country, you should first find out if the fuel available is suitable for your vehi- cle’s engine. Using fuel with an octane rating that is too low may cause engine damage. All gasoline vehicles must be operated with unleaded gasoline. There- fore, avoid taking your vehicle to areas where app[...]

  • Page 317

    ENGINE SERIAL NUMBER The number is stamped on the engine as shown. F .M.V .S.S./C.M.V .S.S. CERTIFICA TION LABEL The Federal/Canadian Motor V ehicle Safety Standard (F .M.V .S.S./C.M.V.S.S.) certification la- bel is affixed as shown. This label contains valu- able vehicle information, such as: (GVWR) , (GA WR) , month and year of manufacture, (VIN)[...]

  • Page 318

    EMISSION CONTROL INFORMA TION LABEL The emission control information label is at- tached to the underside of the hood as shown. TIRE AND L OADING INFORMA TION LABEL The cold tire pressure is shown on the Tire and Loading Information Label. The label is located as shown. AIR CONDITIONER SPECIFICA TION LABEL The air conditioner specification label is[...]

  • Page 319

    Use the following steps to mount the front license plate: 1. Hold license plate holder 䊊 1 against bum- per. 2. Line up holes in bumper with license plate holder holes and insert the plastic clips 䊊 2 . 3. Secure the license plate holder using two M6-14mm bolts 䊊 3 . License plate bolt tightening torque: 4 - 5 ft-lb (5.10 - 6.37 N·m) WARNING[...]

  • Page 320

    ● V ehicle Capacity W eight, Load limit, T otal load capacity - maximum total weight limit specified of the load (passengers and cargo) for the ve- hicle. This is the maximum combined weight of occupants and cargo that can be loaded into the vehicle. If the vehicle is used to tow a trailer, the trailer tongue weight must be in- cluded as part of [...]

  • Page 321

    Steps for determining correct load limit 1. Locate the statement “The combined weight of occupants and cargo should never exceed XXX lbs or XXX kg” on your vehicle’s placard. 2. Determine the combined weight of the driver and passengers that will be riding in your vehicle. 3. Subtract the combined weight of the driver and passengers from XXX [...]

  • Page 322

    5. Determine the combined weight of luggage and cargo being loaded on the vehicle. That weight may not safely exceed the available cargo and luggage load capacity calculated in step 4. 6. If your vehicle will be towing a trailer, load from your trailer will be trans- ferred to your vehicle. Consult this manual to determine how this re- duces the av[...]

  • Page 323

    ● Do not load the front and rear axle to the GA WR. Doing so will exceed the GVWR. WARNING ● Properly secure all cargo with ropes or straps to help prevent it from sliding or shifting. Do not place cargo higher than the seat- backs. In a sudden stop or colli- sion, unsecured cargo could cause personal injury. ● Do not load your vehicle any he[...]

  • Page 324

    MAXIMUM L OAD LIMITS Maximum trailer loads Never allow the total trailer load to exceed the value specified in the “T owing Load/Specification” chart found in this section. The total trailer load equals trailer weight plus its cargo weight. ● When towing a trailer load of 3,500 lbs. (1,587 kg) or more, trailers with a brake system MUST be use[...]

  • Page 325

    T ongue load When using a weight carrying or a weight distrib- uting hitch, keep the tongue load between 10 - 15% of the total trailer load or use the trailer tongue load specified by the trailer manufacturer. The tongue load must be within the maximum tongue load limits shown in the following “T owing Load/Specification” chart. If the tongue l[...]

  • Page 326

    T o determine the available towing capacity , use the following procedure. 1. Find the GCWR for your vehicle on the ⬙ T owing Load/Specification ⬙ chart found in this section. 2. Subtract the actual vehicle weight from the GCWR. The remaining amount is the avail- able maximum towing capacity. T o determine the Gross T railer Weight, weigh your [...]

  • Page 327

    T OWING L OAD/SPECIFICA TION VQ40DE VK56DE Standard/High Roof Standard/High Roof Maximum Towing Capac- ity*1 *2 Standard 2,000 lb. (907 kg) 2,000 lb. (907 kg) with accessory hitch 7,000 lb. (3,175 kg) 9,500 lb. (4,309 kg) with tow package N/A 9,500 lb. (4,309 kg) Maximum Tongue Load Standard 200 lb. (90.7 kg) 200 lb. (90.7 kg) with accessory hitch [...]

  • Page 328

    WARNING T railer hitch components have specific weight ratings. Y our vehicle may be ca- pable of towing a trailer heavier than the weight rating of the hitch components. Never exceed the weight rating of the hitch components. Doing so can cause serious personal injury or property damage. Hitch ball Choose a hitch ball of the proper size and weight[...]

  • Page 329

    W eight distribution hitch This type of hitch is also called a “load-leveling” or “equalizing” hitch. A set of bars attach to the ball mount and to the trailer to distribute the tongue weight (hitch weight) of your trailer. Many ve- hicles can’t carry the full tongue weight of a given trailer, and need some of the tongue weight transferre[...]

  • Page 330

    Class IV hitch Class IV trailer hitch equipment (receiver, ball mount and hitch ball) can be used to tow trailers of a maximum weight of 10,000 lb (4,535 kg). A weight distributing hitch should be used to tow trailers that weigh over 5,000 lb (2,268 kg). Y our vehicle may be equipped with Class IV trailer hitch equipment that has a 10,000 lb (4,535[...]

  • Page 331

    Electric T railer Brakes - Electric braking sys- tems are activated by an electronic signal sent from a trailer brake controller (special brake- sensing module) . For additional information, refer to “Electric trailer brake controller” in this section. Have a professional supplier of towing equip- ment make sure the trailer brakes are properly [...]

  • Page 332

    2. Locate the jumper harness connector 䊊 1 under the lower portion of the instrument panel behind the parking brake. The con- nector is taped to the wiring harness. 3. Peel off the tape and connect the jumper harness to the connector 䊊 1 . Wire color designation for electric trailer brake controller jumper harness. WIRE COLOR NO TE RED/GREEN V [...]

  • Page 333

    ● Lock the trailer hitch coupler with a pin or lock to prevent the coupler from inadver- tently becoming unlatched. ● Avoid abrupt starts, acceleration or stops. ● Avoid sharp turns or lane changes. ● Always drive your vehicle at a moderate speed. ● When backing up, hold the bottom of the steering wheel with one hand. Move your hand in th[...]

  • Page 334

    ● When making a turn, your trailer wheels will be closer to the inside of the turn than your vehicle wheels. T o compensate for this, make a larger than normal turning radius during the turn. ● Crosswinds and rough roads will adversely affect vehicle/trailer handling, possibly caus- ing vehicle sway . When being passed by larger vehicles, be pr[...]

  • Page 335

    T ow mode includes the following features: ● Grade logic — Adjusts transmission shifts when pulling a trailer or hauling a load up a grade. ● Downhill Speed Control (DSC) — automati- cally downshifts when driving down a grade with a trailer or heavy load to help control vehicle speed. Driving the vehicle in the tow mode with no trailer/load[...]

  • Page 336

    WARNING The traction grade assigned to this tire is based on straight-ahead braking traction tests, and does not include acceleration, cornering, hydroplaning, or peak traction characteristic s. T emperature A, B and C The temperature grades are A (the highest) , B, and C, representing the tire’s resistance to the generation of heat, and its abil[...]

  • Page 337

    For USA If you believe that your vehicle has a de- fect which could cause a collision or could cause injury or death, you should immediately inform the National Highway T raffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) in addition to notifying NISSAN. If NHTSA receives similar complaints, it may open an investigation, and if it finds that a safety defect exis[...]

  • Page 338

    Due to legal requirements in some states and Canadian Provinces, your vehicle may be re- quired to be in what is called the “ready condi- tion” for an Inspection/Maintenance (I/M) test of the emission control system. The vehicle is set to the “ready condition” when it is driven through certain driving patterns. Usually , the ready condition[...]

  • Page 339

    Genuine NISSAN Service Manuals for this model year and prior can be purchased. A Genuine NISSAN Service Manual is the best source of service and repair information for your vehicle. This manual is the same one used by the factory- trained technicians working at NISSAN dealer- ships. Genuine NISSAN Owner’s Manuals can also be purchased. For USA Fo[...]

  • Page 340

    10 Index A Active brake limited slip (ABLS) system . . .5-24 Air bag (See supplemental restraint s y s t e m ) ..................... 1 - 3 2 Air bag system Front (See supplemental front impact air bag system) ............... 1 - 3 8 A i r b a g w a r n i n g l a b e l s ............. 1 - 4 2 A i r b a g w a r n i n g l i g h t ........... 1 - 4 3 ,[...]

  • Page 341

    Bulb replacement ................ 8 - 2 9 C Capacities and recommended fuel/lubricants ................... 9 - 2 C a r g o l i g h t .................... 2 - 4 3 C a r g o ( S e e v e h i c l e l o a d i n g i n f o r m a t i o n ) .... 9 - 1 4 Car phone or CB radio ............. 4 - 5 3 CD care and cleaning .............. 4 - 5 0 CD player (See au[...]

  • Page 342

    F Flashers (See hazard warning flasher switch) . .6-2 Flat tire ....................... 6 - 2 Floor mat positioning aid ............. 7 - 5 Fluid Brake fluid .................. 8 - 1 6 Capacities and recommended fuel/lubricants ................. 9 - 2 Engine coolant ................. 8 - 9 Engine oil ................... 8 - 1 1 Power steering fluid[...]

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    F .M.V .S.S. certification label ......... 9 - 1 2 Tire and Loading Information label ..... 9 - 1 3 V ehicle identification number (VIN) ..... 9 - 1 1 V ehicle identification number (VIN) plate . .9-11 W arning labels (for SRS) .......... 1 - 4 2 License plate Installing the license plate .......... 9 - 1 4 Light A i r b a g w a r n i n g l i g h t[...]

  • Page 344

    Precautions on booster s e a t s .............. 1 - 2 3 , 1 - 2 5 , 1 - 2 9 Precautions on child restraints ............ 1 - 2 3 , 1 - 2 5 , 1 - 2 9 P r e c a u t i o n s o n s e a t b e l t u s a g e ....... 1 - 1 2 Precautions on supplemental restraint s y s t e m .................... 1 - 3 2 Precautions when starting and driving .... 5 - 2 Progr[...]

  • Page 345

    Storage tray ............ 2 - 3 3 , 2 - 3 8 , 2 - 3 9 S u n g l a s s e s c a s e ................. 2 - 3 4 Sun visors .................... 3 - 1 6 Supplemental air bag warning labels ...... 1 - 4 2 Supplemental air bag warning light . . .1-43, 2-14 Supplemental front impact air bag system . . .1-38 Supplemental restraint system Information and war[...]

  • Page 346

    W W arning A i r b a g w a r n i n g l i g h t ......... 1 - 4 3 , 2 - 1 4 Anti-lock brake warning light ........ 2 - 1 1 Battery charge warning light ........ 2 - 1 1 Brake warning light ............. 2 - 1 1 Door open warning light ........... 2 - 1 2 Driver’s seat belt warning light and c h i m e ..................... 2 - 1 2 Engine oil pressu[...]

  • Page 347

    FUEL RECOMMENDA TION Use unleaded regular gasoline with an octane rating of at least 87 AKI (Anti-Knock Index) num- ber (Research octane number 91) . CAUTION ● Using a fuel other than that specified could adversely affect the emission control system, and may also affect the warranty coverage. ● Under no circumstances should a leaded gasoline be[...]