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The inside pages of this manual contain a minimum of 50 % recycled fibers , Foreword including 10 % post - consumer fibers . Welcome to the growing family of new NISSAN owners . This vehicle has been delivered to you with confidence . It was produced using the latest techniques and strict quality control . This manual was prepared to help you understand the operation and maintenance of your vehicle so that you may enjoy many miles of driving pleasure . Please read through this manual before operating your vehicle . A separate ‘ ‘ Warranty Information Booklet ’ ’ explains details about the warranties covering your vehicle . Your NISSAN dealer knows your vehicle best . When you require any service or have any questions , he will be glad to assist you with the extensive resources available to him . IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION NOTES ON THE INFORMATION CONTAINED IN THIS OWNER’S MANUAL REMINDERS FOR SAFETY ! This owner’s manual contains descriptions and operating in - Follow these five important driving rules to help ensure a safe and structions for all systems , features and optional equipment that complete trip for you and your passengers might appear in any model of this vehicle built for any destina - tion in North America , including the continental United States , †NEVER drive under the influence of alcohol or drugs . Canada and Hawaii . Therefore , you may very well find informa - †ALWAYS observe posted speed limits and never drive too tion in this manual that does not apply to your vehicle . fast for conditions . For descriptions specified for 4 - wheel drive models , a mark †ALWAYS use your seat belts and appropriate child restraint is placed at the beginning of the applicable sections / items . systems . As with other vehicles with features for off - road use , failure to †ALWAYS provide information about the proper use of vehicle operate 4 - wheel drive models correctly may result in loss of safety features to all occupants of the vehicle . control or an accident . Be sure to read ‘ ‘ Driving 4 - Wheel Drive Safely ’ ’ in the ‘ ‘ Starting and driving ’ ’ section of this manual . †ALWAYS review this owner’s manual for important safety information .
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ON - PAVEMENT AND OFF - ROAD DRIVING This vehicle will handle and maneuver differently from an ordinary passenger car because it has a higher center of gravity for off - road use . 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 “ On - pavement and off - road driving precautions � and ‘ ‘ Avoiding collision and rollover ’ ’ in the “ Starting and driving � section of this manual . MODIFICATION OF YOUR VEHICLE This vehicle should not be modified . Modification could affect its performance , safety or durability , and may even violate govern - mental regulations . In addition , damage or performance prob - lems resulting from modification may not be covered under NISSAN warranties . All information , specifications and illustrations in this manual are those in effect at the time of printing . NISSAN reserves the right to change specifications or design without notice and without obligation . © 1996 NISSAN NORTH AMERICA , INC . U.S.A . All rights reserved . No part of this Owner’s Manual may be reproduced or stored in a retrieval system , or transmitted in any form , or by any means , electronic , mechanical , photocopying , recording or otherwise , without the prior written permission of Nissan North America , Inc . Z X
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The inside pages of this manual contain a minimum of 50 % recycled fibers , including 10 % post - consumer fibers . Welcome To The World Of NISSAN Nissan pioneered the use of electronics and computers in automobiles , and has led the indus - try in improving both performance and fuel effi - ciency through new engine designs and the use of synthetic materials to reduce vehicle weight . The company has also developed ways to build quality into its vehicles at each stage of the production process , both through extensive use of automation and — most importantly — through an awareness that people are the cen - tral element in quality control . From the time the parts arrived from our suppli - ers until you took delivery of your new Nissan , dozens of checks were made to ensure that only the best job was being done in producing and delivering your vehicle . Nissan also takes great AFW0001 care to ensure that when you take your Nissan to Your new Nissan is the result of our dedication to modern manufacturing facilities , Nissan aMotor , ngi - n your dealer for maintenance , the service techni - Manufacturing Corporation U.S.A . in Smyrnsignnt produce the finest in safe , reliable and economi - cian will perform his work according to the quality Tennessee , vehicle styling at Nissan De cal transportation . Your vehicle is the product of standards that have been established by the International in San Diego , California , and ee a successful worldwide company that manufac - factory . neering at Nissan Research and Developm i tures cars and trucks in over 17 countries and Farmington Hills , Michigan . Safety has also been built into your Nissan . As distributes them in 170 nations . you know , seat belts are an integral part of the Nissan Motor Corporation U.S.A . and its dealers Nissan vehicles are designed and frmanufacturedinldthrsy , r safety systems that will help protect you and your indirectly employ about 60,000 Americans . by Nissan Motor Co . , Ltd . which was wfoundedofiaerhe passengers in the event of a sudden stop or an Tokyo , Japan in 1933 , and Nissan taffiliatesheto accident . We urge you to use the belts every time Nissan is also a substantial contributor to nothep - i - yallss - gnd wide , collectively growing to becomeition you drive the vehicle . Canadian economy . Nissan Canada Inc . , its arsuoxn largest automaker in the world . In add cnot pliers and over 170 dealers employ tiNeappmprsdianinia The Nissan story of growth and achievement and trucks , Nissan also makes textile machi mately 4,500 people . These include necoalandangas reflects our major goal : to provide you , our fork - lift trucks , marine engines , boats and employees and the staffs of Nissan ndCa products . customer , with a vehicle that is built with quality across Canada . In addition , manyssa and craftsmanship — a product that we can be work for companies that supply Ni as Nissan has made a substantial and growingheinest proud to build and you can be proud to own . san dealers with materials and service prort investment in North America , starting with ot.mmo from operation of port facilities and transpart opening of Nissan Motor Corporation U.S.As services to the supply of lubricants , 1960 , and continuing with the production ofs accessories . cars and trucks at one of the world ’ Z X
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NISSAN CUSTOMER CARE PROGRAM NISSAN CARES . . . Both NISSAN and your NISSAN dealer are dedicated to serving all your automotive needs . Your satisfaction with your vehicle and your NISSAN dealer are our primary concerns . Your NISSAN dealer is always available to assist you with all your automobile sales and service needs . OR However , if there is something that your NISSAN dealer cannot assist you with or you would like to You can write to NISSAN with the information on the left at : provide NISSAN directly with comments or questions , please contact our ( NISSAN’s ) Consumer Affairs De - For U.S . mainland and Alaska customers partment using our toll - free number : Nissan Motor Corporation U.S.A . Consumer Affairs Department For U.S . mainland customers P.O . Box 191 1 - 800 - NISSAN - 1 ( 1 - 800 - 647 - 7261 ) Gardena , California 90248 - 0191 For Hawaii customers ( 808 ) 836 - 0888 ( Oahu Number ) For Hawaii customers For Canada customers Nissan Motor Corporation in Hawaii 1 - 800 - 387 - 0122 2880 Kilihau St . The Consumer Affairs Department will ask for the following infor - Honolulu , Hawaii 96819 mation : For Canada customers — Your name , address , and telephone number Nissan Canada Inc . — Vehicle identification number ( on dashboard ) P.O . Box 1709 , Station ‘ ‘ B ’ ’ — Date of purchase Mississauga , Ontario L4Y 4H6 — Current odometer reading — Your NISSAN dealer’s name — Your comments or questions We appreciate your interest in NISSAN and thank you for buying a quality NISSAN vehicle . Z X
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1 Contents Instruments and controls 2 Pre - driving checks and adjustments 3 Heater , air conditioner and audio system 4 Starting and driving 5 In case of emergency 6 Appearance and interior care 7 Do - it - yourself operations 8 Maintenance schedule 9 Technical and consumer information 10 Index
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1 Instruments and controls Meters and gauges . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 - 2 Speedometer and odometer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 - 3 Tachometer ( If so equipped ) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 - 3 Engine coolant temperature gauge . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 - 4 Fuel gauge . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 - 4 Instrument cluster clock ( If so equipped ) . . . . . . . . . . . 1 - 5 Warning / indicator lights and chimes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 - 6 Headlight and turn signal switch . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 - 10 Windshield wiper and washer switch . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 - 11 Instrument brightness control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 - 12 Hazard warning flasher switch . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 - 12 Cigarette lighter ( accessory ) and ash tray . . . . . . . 1 - 13 Cup holder ( If so equipped ) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 - 13 Interior light and cargo light . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 - 14 Map light ( If so equipped ) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 - 14 Manual window . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 - 15 Power window ( If so equipped ) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 - 15 Rear sliding window ( If so equipped ) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 - 16 Opera window ( If so equipped ) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 - 17 Sunroof ( If so equipped ) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 - 17 Z X
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METERS AND GAUGES AIC0746 1 - 2 Z X
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SPEEDOMETER AND TACHOMETER ODOMETER ( If so equipped ) AIC0736 AIC0744 The tachometer indicates engine speed in Speedometer Trip odometer revolutions per minute ( r / min ) . The speedometer indicates vehicle speed . The trip odometer records the distance of CAUTION individual trips . Before each trip , set the trip Odometer odometer to zero by pushing the RESET When engine speed approaches the knob . The odometer records the total distance the red zone , shift to a higher gear . Oper - vehicle has been driven . ating the engine in the red zone may cause serious engine damage . 1 - 3 Z X
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ENGINE COOLANT FUEL GAUGE TEMPERATURE GAUGE CAUTION If the gauge indicates over the normal range , stop the vehicle as soon as safely possible . If the engine is over - heated , continued operation of the ve - hicle may seriously damage the engine . See the ‘ ‘ In case of emergency ’ ’ section for immediate action required . AIC0737 AIC0738 The gauge indicates the APPROXIMATE The gauge indicates the engine coolant fuel level in the tank . temperature . The gauge may move slightly during brak - The engine coolant temperature varies with ing , turning , acceleration , or going up or the outside air temperature and driving con - downhill . ditions . The gauge needle is designed to hold its position when the ignition key is turned OFF . Refill the fuel tank before the gauge registers E . 1 - 4 Z X
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INSTRUMENT CLUSTER CLOCK ( If so equipped ) Resetting the time To reset the time to the time signal , push the adjust knob . For example , if the adjust knob is depressed while the time is between 8 : 00 and 8 : 29 , the display resets to 8 : 00 . If depressed while it is between 8 : 30 and 8 : 59 , the display resets to 9 : 00 . Once the power supply is disconnected , the clock starts to operate from the time 1 : 00 . It may be necessary to adjust the time . SIC0047A The digital clock displays time regardless of ignition switch position . When the ignition key is in the ACC or ON position , the clock illuminates . Adjusting the time Turn the adjust knob counterclockwise to advance the hour display . Turn the adjust knob clockwise to advance the minute display . 1 - 5 Z X
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WARNING / INDICATOR LIGHTS AND CHIMES Turn signal / hazard indicator lights Low washer fluid warning light Supplemental air bag warning light or Brake warning light 4 - wheel drive indicator light High beam indicator light ‘ ‘ CRUISE ’ ’ indicator light Seat belt reminder light and chime Overdrive off indicator light Engine oil pressure warning light Door open warning light Charge warning light Malfunction indicator light Rear anti - lock brake or Low fuel warning light warning light or , , Checking bulbs Turn signal / hazard indicator lights If any light fails to come on , it may indicate Apply the parking brake and turn the ignition a burned - out bulb or an open circuit in the key to ON without starting the engine . The These lights flash when the turn signal electrical system . Have the system repaired following lights come on : switch or hazard switch is turned on . promptly . , , , or , The following lights come on briefly and then go off : 1 - 6 Z X
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supplemental air bag needs servicing and or Brake warning c Pressing the brake pedal when the your vehicle must be taken to your nearest light engine stops and / or has a low brake authorized NISSAN dealer : fluid level may increase your stop - This light functions for both the parking ping distance and require greater 1 . The supplemental air bag light does not brake and the foot brake systems . pedal effort as well as pedal travel . come on and remain on for 7 seconds and then go off as described above . Parking brake indicator 2 . The supplemental air bag light flashes The light comes on when the parking brake High beam indicator light intermittently or remains on . is applied . This blue light comes on when the headlight 3 . The supplemental air bag light does not Low brake fluid warning high beam is on and goes out when the low come on at all . beams are selected . The light warns of a low brake fluid level . If Unless checked and repaired , the Supple - the light comes on while the engine is Seat belt reminder light and mental Restraint System ( Supplemental air running with the parking prake not applied , chime bag system ) may not function properly . For stop the vehicle and perform the following : additional details on the Supplemental Re - The light and chime remind you to fasten Check the brake fluid level . Add brake fluid 1 . straint System ( Supplemental air bag sys - your seat belts . If the driver’s seat belt is as necessary . See ‘ ‘ Brake and clutch fluid ’ ’ tem ) , see the ‘ ‘ Pre - driving checks and ad - NOT securely fastened when the ignition in the ‘ ‘ Do - it - yourself operations ’ ’ section . justments ’ ’ section . key is turned to ON or START , the chime 2 . If the brake fluid level is correct , check Engine oil pressure warning sounds five times and the light illuminates . the warning system . light Supplemental air bag warn - WARNING This light warns of low engine oil pressure . If ing light the light flickers or comes on during normal c If you judge it to be safe , drive care - When the ignition key is in the ON or START driving , pull off the road in a safe area , stop fully to the nearest service station position , the supplemental air bag light illu - the engine immediately and call a NISSAN for repairs . Otherwise have your ve - minates for about 7 seconds and then turns dealer or other authorized repair shop . hicle towed because driving it could off . This means the system is operational . be dangerous . The oil pressure warning light is not If any of the following conditions occur , the designed to indicate a low oil level . Use 1 - 7 Z X
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Rear anti - lock brake the dipstick to check the oil level . See venient , preferably before the fuel gauge or ‘ ‘ Engine oil ’ ’ in the ‘ ‘ Do - it - yourself opera - reaches E . warning light tions ’ ’ section . If the light comes on while the engine is There should be a small reserve of fuel running , it may indicate something wrong with remaining in the tank when the fuel CAUTION the rear anti - lock brake system . Have the gauge needle reaches E . Running the engine with the oil pres - system checked by your NISSAN dealer . Low washer fluid warning sure warning light on could cause seri - If an abnormality occurs in the system , the ous damage to the engine . light ( Canada only ) rear anti - lock function ceases but the ordi - nary brakes continue to operate normally . This light comes on when the washer tank fluid is at a low level . Add washer fluid as Charge warning light If the light comes on while you are driving , necessary . See ‘ ‘ Window washer fluid ’ ’ in contact your NISSAN dealer for repair . If the light comes on while the engine is the ‘ ‘ Do - it - yourself operations ’ ’ section . running , it may indicate something wrong 4 - wheel drive indicator light with the charging system . Turn the engine The rear anti - lock brake system may only off and check the alternator belt . If the belt is be effective when driving in the 2 - wheel This light comes on when the transfer shift loose , broken , missing or if the light remains drive mode . control lever is in the 4H or 4L position . on , see your NISSAN dealer immediately . When driving in the 4 - wheel drive mode , if the CRUISE indicator light ( If so front wheels lock , the rear wheels also lock . If CAUTION equipped ) this happens , the rear anti - lock brake system Do not continue driving if the belt is may stop functioning but the ordinary brakes The light comes on while the vehicle speed loose , broken or missing . operate normally . The warning light then is controlled by the cruise control system . comes on . The above condition is not a mal - function and the rear anti - lock brake system If the light flickers while the engine is run - Low fuel warning light recovers if the engine is started again . The ning , it may indicate something wrong with ( If so equipped ) warning light then goes off . For further de - the cruise control system . Have the system scription of the rear anti - lock brake system , checked by your NISSAN dealer . This light comes on when the fuel in the tank refer to ‘ ‘ Rear anti - lock brake system ’ ’ in the is getting low . Refuel as soon as it is con - ‘ ‘ Starting and driving ’ ’ section . 1 - 8 Z X
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steady or blinks while the engine is running , have your vehicle towed to the dealer . Overdrive off indicator light it may indicate a potential emission control ( If so equipped ) CAUTION problem . This light comes on when the overdrive c Continued vehicle operation without The Malfunction indicator light will come on switch is pushed to the OFF position . having the emission control system in one of two ways : checked and repaired as necessary Key reminder chime c Malfunction indicator light on steady - An could lead to poor driveability , re - The chime sounds when the driver side emission control system malfunction has duced fuel economy , and possible door is opened if the key is left in the ignition been detected . Have the vehicle in - damage to the emission control sys - switch . Take the ignition key when you spected by an authorized NISSAN tem , which may affect your warranty leave the vehicle . dealer . You do not need to have your coverage . vehicle towed to the dealer . Light reminder chime Some conditions may cause the malfunction c Malfunction indicator light blinking - An A chime sounds if the driver’s door is indicator light to come on steady or blink . engine misfire has been detected which opened with the light switch on unless the Examples are as follows : may damage the emission control sys - ignition key is in the ON position . Turn the c vehicle ran out of fuel , which caused the tem . To reduce or avoid emission control light switch off when you leave the vehicle . engine to misfire . system damage : Brake pad wear warning c fuel filler cap was left off or improperly c do not drive at speeds above 45 MPH The disc brake pads have audible wear installed , allowing fuel to evaporate into ( 72 km / h ) . warnings . When a brake pad requires re - the atmosphere . c avoid hard acceleration or decelera - placement , it makes a high pitched scraping tion . If you suspect that you experienced one or sound when the vehicle is in motion whether c avoid steep uphill grades . both of the above conditions , drive the ve - or not the brake pedal is depressed . Have c if possible , reduce the amount of cargo hicle to an authorized NISSAN dealer and the brakes checked as soon as possible if being hauled or towed . have the vehicle inspected . Avoid any un - the warning sound is heard . necessary diagnosis during the service by The malfunction indicator light may stop informing the dealer of the conditions listed Malfunction indicator light blinking and come on steady . above that may have cccurred . ( MIL ) Have the vehicle inspected by an autho - rized NISSAN dealer . You do not need to If the Malfunction indicator light comes on 1 - 9 Z X
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HEADLIGHT AND TURN SIGNAL SWITCH ning lights will remain on until the ignition switch is turned off . WARNING When the daytime running light system is active , tail lights on your vehicle will not be on . It is necessary at dusk to turn on your headlights . Failure to do so could cause an accident injuring yourself and others . Passing signal AIC0739 Pulling the lever toward you turns on the headlight high beam . Lighting DAYTIME RUNNING LIGHT Turn signal SYSTEM ( Canada only ) Turn the switch to the position . Move the lever up or down to signal the The side marker , tail , license plate and The headlights automatically illuminate at a turning direction . When the turn is com - instrument lights come on . reduced intensity when the engine is started pleted , the turn signal cancels automati - with the parking brake released . The day - position . Turn the switch to the cally . time running lights operate with the head - Headlights come on and all the other lights Lane change signal light switch in the ‘ ‘ OFF ’ ’ position or in the remain on . position . Turn the headlight switch to To indicate a lane change , move the lever To select the high beam , push the lever the position for full illumination when up or down to the point where the indicator forward . Pull it back to select the low beam . driving at night . If the parking brake is light begins to flash , but the lever does not applied before the engine is started , the latch . daytime running lights do not illuminate . The daytime running lights illuminate once the parking brake is released . The daytime run - 1 - 10 Z X
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WINDSHIELD WIPER AND WASHER SWITCH WARNING In freezing temperatures the washer solution may freeze on the windshield and obscure your vision . Warm the windshield with the defroster before you wash the windshield . AIC0742 The ignition switch must be in the ACC or CAUTION ON position for the wipers or washer to be c Do not operate the washer continu - activated . Push the lever down to operate ously for more than 30 seconds . the wipers , and pull the lever toward you to c Do not operate the washer if the operate the washer . Operating the washer reservoir tank is dry . automatically cycles the wipers several times . Intermittent wiper operation can be adjusted from 4 to 12 seconds by turning the time control knob ( Type 2 only ) . 1 - 11 Z X
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INSTRUMENT BRIGHTNESS HAZARD WARNING FLASHER CONTROL SWITCH c Do not use the hazard warning flash - ers while moving on the highway unless unusual circumstances force you to drive so slowly that your ve - hicle might become a hazard to other traffic . c Some state laws may prohibit the use of the hazard warning flasher switch while driving . c Turn signals do not work when the hazard warning flasher lights are on . SIC0052 SIC0050 The flasher can be actuated with the ignition The instrument brightness control operates Push the switch on to warn other drivers switch in any position . when the light switch is in the or when you must stop or park under emer - position . gency conditions . All turn signal lights flash . Turn the control to adjust the brightness of WARNING the instrument panel lights . c When stalled or stopped on the road - way under emergency conditions , move the vehicle well off the road . 1 - 12 Z X
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CIGARETTE LIGHTERASH CUP HOLDER ( ACCESSORY ) AND ( If so equipped ) TRAY WARNING The cigarette lighter should not be used while driving in order that full attention may be given to the driving operation . CAUTION The cigarette lighter socket is a power source for the cigarette lighter element only . The use of the cigarette lighter socket as a power source for any other AIC0700 AIC0743 accessory is not recommended . The cigarette lighter element is an acces - sory . A genuine NISSAN cigarette lighter or WARNING equivalent can be purchased from your lo - c Avoid abrupt starting and braking cal NISSAN dealer . when the cup holder is being used to The cigarette lighter operates when the prevent spilling the drink . If the liq - ignition switch is in the ACC or ON position . uid is hot , it can scald you or your passenger . Push the lighter in all the way . When the c The cup holder should not be used lighter is heated , it springs out . while driving in order that full atten - Return the lighter to its original position after tion may be given to the driving use . operation . 1 - 13 Z X
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INTERIOR LIGHT AND MAP LIGHT CARGO LIGHT ( If so equipped ) c When the switch is in the center j or DOOR position , the interior light illumi - nates by opening the doors . c When the switch is in the ON position , the interior light illuminates whether any door is opened or closed . Cargo light operation On King Cab models , the light can be used as a cargo light by simply pulling the light down . This light is convenient at night when loading cargo . AIC0704 For further information regarding personal light bulb replacement , refer to “ Bulb re - placement � in the ‘ ‘ Do - it - yourself opera - tions ’ ’ section . NOTE : Leaving the interior light switch in the ON position for extended periods of time will result in a discharged battery . IC0278M The interior light has a three - position switch and operates regardless of ignition key position . c When the switch is in the OFF position , the interior light does not illuminate , re - gardless of door position . 1 - 14 Z X
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MANUAL WINDOW POWER WINDOW ( If so equipped ) AIC630 AIC0741 AIC0718 The side windows can be opened or closed The power window operates when the igni - The passenger switch opens or closes the by turning the hand crank on each door . To tion key is ON . passenger’s window . To open or close the open the window , turn the crank counter - window , hold the switch down . To open or close the window , press the clockwise . To close the window , turn the switch and hold it down . The main switch crank clockwise . ( driver’s switches ) also opens or closes the passenger side window . Locking passenger’s window When the lock button is pushed in , only the driver side window can be opened or closed . Push it in again to cancel . 1 - 15 Z X
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REAR SLIDING WINDOW ( If so equipped ) WARNING c Make sure that all passengers have their hands , etc . inside the vehicle before closing the windows . c Do not leave children unattended in - side the vehicle . They may inadvert - ently activate switches . AIC0719 AIC0745 Pull the lever up to unlock , then slide the POWER WINDOW AUTOMATIC window open . SWITCH To fully open the driver side window , com - pletely press down the switch and release it ; it need not be held . The window automati - cally opens all the way . To stop the window , just press the opposite side of the switch . A light press on the switch causes the window to open while the switch is pressed . 1 - 16 Z X
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OPERA WINDOW SUNROOF ( If so equipped ) ( If so equipped ) c Remove water drops , snow , ice or sand from the sunroof before opening . c Do not place any heavy object on the sunroof or surrounding area . IC1300 - A IC0197 Tilting up Pull the handle down , then push the handle up to the fully tilted position . WARNING c While closing the sunroof , be ex - tremely careful not to have any part of your body in the sunroof opening . c Do not stand up or extend any por - tion of your body out of the opening while driving . 1 - 17 Z X
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IC0198 AIC0706 Closing Removing the sunshade 1 . Turn each knob counterclockwise while Pull the handle forward to unlock , then push lifting the sunshade upward . the handle up completely . 2 . Slide the shade backward to remove it . Installing the sunshade 1 . Insert two hooks on front edge of sun - shade into holders on the roof . 2 . Align two bolts on rear edge of sunshade with lock nuts , then securely tighten the bolts . Do not remove or install the sunshade while driving . 1 - 18 Z X
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SIC0072 SIC0073 5 . Slide the sunroof to the left and remove Removing the sunroof Installing the roof the roof . 1 . Remove the sunshade before removing 1 . While placing the sunroof perpendicular Do not remove the roof while driving . the sunroof . to the roof panel , position the sunroof and engage the retainer with the hinge . 2 . Tilt the roof . 2 . Slide the roof to the right until the red 3 . Push the knob located on each end of the mark on the hinge disappears . handle and push the roof upwards to disengage the handle linkage . 3 . Carefully lower the panel , making sure it is in line with the roof opening . 4 . Pull the sunroof up from outside of the vehicle until it is perpendicular to the roof 4 . Engage the handle linkage . panel . Be sure the sunroof is securely in - stalled . 1 - 19 Z X
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2 Pre - driving checks and adjustments Key . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2 - 2 Door locks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2 - 2 Hood release . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2 - 4 Glove box lock ( If so equipped ) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2 - 4 Fuel filler cap . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2 - 5 Tailgate latch . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2 - 5 Tie down hook . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2 - 7 Front separate seats . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2 - 8 Bench seat . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2 - 10 Jump seat . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2 - 11 Supplemental restraint system ( Supplemental air bag system ) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2 - 12 Supplemental air bag system . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2 - 13 Warning labels . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2 - 15 Supplemental air bag warning light . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2 - 15 Seat belts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2 - 17 Child restraints for infants and small children . . 2 - 22 Tilting steering wheel ( If so equipped ) . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2 - 26 Outside mirror remote control ( If so equipped ) . 2 - 26 Outside mirrors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2 - 26 Inside mirror . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2 - 27 Vanity mirror ( If so equipped ) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2 - 27 Z X
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KEY DOOR LOCKS PD1296 IC1309M IC0184 A key number plate is supplied with your key . Locking doors with key Locking doors without key Record the key number found on the key To lock the door , turn the key towards the To lock from the outside without a key , push number plate and keep it in a safe place back of the vehicle . To unlock , turn it to - the inside lock knob to the lock position , ( such as your wallet ) , NOT IN THE CAR . If wards the front . then close the door . you lose your keys , see your NISSAN On power door lock equipped models , lock - When locking the door this way , be certain dealer for duplicates by using the key num - ing the driver’s door simultaneously locks not to leave the key inside the vehicle . ber . NISSAN does not record key numbers the passenger’s door . so it is very important to keep track of your WARNING key number plate . Always have the doors locked while A key number is only necessary when you driving . Along with the use of seat have lost all keys and do not have one to belts , this provides greater safety in the duplicate from . If you still have a key , this event of an accident by helping to key can be duplicated by your NISSAN dealer or locksmith shop . 2 - 2 Z X
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c Pushing the driver’s inside lock knob prevent persons from being thrown down locks both doors . Pulling the lock from the vehicle . This also helps keep knob up unlocks both doors . children and others from unintention - ally opening the doors , and will help WARNING keep out intruders . c Before opening the door , always look for and avoid oncoming traffic . c Do not leave children unattended in a locked vehicle . If an emergency occurs , it will be difficult to help them . APD0701 POWER DOOR LOCK ( If so equipped ) The power door lock system allows you to lock or unlock both doors simultaneously . c Pressing the door lock / unlock button to - ward the rear of the vehicle locks both doors . Pressing the same button toward the front of the vehicle unlocks both doors . c Turning the driver’s door key toward the front of the vehicle unlocks both doors . Turning the key toward the back of the vehicle locks both doors . 2 - 3 Z X
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HOOD RELEASE GLOVE BOX LOCK ( If so equipped ) APD0702 SIC0055 1 . Pull the hood lock release handle located 3 . Insert the assist bar into the slot in the The glove box may be opened by turning below the instrument panel ; the hood front edge of the hood . the key as shown . then springs up slightly . 4 . When closing the hood , reset the assist WARNING 2 . Raise the lever at the front of the hood bar to its original position , then slowly Keep glove box lid closed while driving with your fingertips and raise the hood . close the hood and make sure it locks to prevent injury in an accident or dur - into place . ing a sudden stop . 2 - 4 Z X
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FUEL FILLER CAP TAILGATE LATCH WARNING c Gasoline is extremely flammable and highly explosive under certain con - ditions . Always stop the engine and do not smoke or allow open flames or sparks near the vehicle when refueling . c Fuel may be under pressure . Turn the cap one - half turn and wait for any ‘ ‘ hissing ’ ’ sound to stop to pre - vent fuel from spraying out and pos - sible personal injury . Then remove SIC0064A IC0189 the cap . c Use only a genuine NISSAN fuel filler The fuel filler cap is a screw - on ratcheting Opening the tailgate cap as a replacement . It has a built - in type . Tighten the cap clockwise until ratch - safety valve needed for proper op - Pull the tailgate handle upward and lower eting clicks are heard . eration of the fuel system and emis - the tailgate . The support stays hold the gate If the fuel filler cap is not tightened properly , sion control system . An incorrect open . the MIL may come on . cap can result in a serious malfunc - When closing the tailgate , make sure the tion and possible injury . latches are securely locked . c If fuel is spilled on the vehicle body , flush it away with water to avoid paint damage . 2 - 5 Z X
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c Do not allow people to ride in any area of your vehicle that is not equipped with seats and seat belts c Be sure everyone in your vehicle is in a seat and using a seat belt properly . IC0279M IC0175 To open the tailgate down to the lowest Removing the tailgate position , lift the tailgate to an angle of about 1 . Release the tailgate stays . 45 ° , then release the stays . 2 . Hold the tailgate at an angle of 45 de - Do not drive the vehicle with the tailgate grees to the horizontal . down . 3 . Pull the tailgate out from the left side WARNING hinge . c It is extremely dangerous to ride in a 4 . Remove the tailgate from the right side cargo area inside of a vehicle . In a hinge . collision , people riding in these ar - eas are more likely to be seriously WARNING injured or killed . The tailgate is heavy . Be careful not to drop it during removal . 2 - 6 Z X
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TIE DOWN HOOK STI0049 Tie down hooks are provided on the vehicle for your convenience . c The weight of the cargo load must be evenly distributed over both the front and rear axles . c All cargo should be securely fastened with ropes or straps to prevent it from shifting or sliding within the vehicle . 2 - 7 Z X
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FRONT SEPARATE SEATS IC1415 forward , pull the lever up and lean your body SEAT ADJUSTMENT straight up in the seat . If the seat is forward . The seatback moves forward . Re - reclined , the risk of sliding under the WARNING lease the lever to lock the seatback in position . lap belt and being injured is increased . c Do not adjust the driver’s seat while 3 Seat lifter ( driver’s side only ) s driving . The seat may move sud - 1 Forward and backward Pull the lever up and adjust the angle of the s denly and could cause loss of con - seat to the desired position . Release the trol of the vehicle . Pull the lever up and hold it while you slide lever to lock the seat in position . c After adjustment , gently rock in the the seat forward or backward to the desired seat to make sure it is securely locked . 4 Lumbar support position . Release the lever to lock the seat s in position . c The seatback should not be reclined Turn the lever forward or backward to adjust any more than needed for comfort . the seat lumbar area . 2 Reclining s Seat belts are most effective when the passenger sits well back and Pull the lever up and lean back until the desired angle is obtained . To bring the seat 2 - 8 Z X
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NOTE : The head restraints on the bench - type seats are not adjustable . MPA0001 IC0204 HEAD RESTRAINTS TILTING FRONT SEPARATE SEAT The front passenger seat can be tilted to Adjust the top of the head restraints even make it easier for the jump seat passengers with the top of your ears . to get in and out . To raise the head restraint , pull it up . To To tilt the seatback , pull the reclining lever lower , push the lock knob and move the up or pull the tilt lever . The seat automati - head restraint down . cally moves forward . WARNING To return the seat , push the seatback up and move the whole seat backward until it locks . Head restraints should be adjusted properly as they may provide signifi - WARNING cant protection against whiplash injury . After adjustment , gently rock in the Do not remove them . Check the adjust - seat to make sure it is securely locked . ment after someone else uses the seat . 2 - 9 Z X
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BENCH SEAT Forward and Backward Pull the lever up and hold it while you slide the seat forward or backward to the desired position . Release the lever to lock the seat in position . AIC0720 SEAT ADJUSTMENT WARNING c Do not adjust the bench seat while driving . The seat may move sud - denly and could cause loss of con - trol of the vehicle . APD0703 c After adjustment , gently rock in the TILTING BENCH SEAT seat to make sure it is securely locked . The bench seat can be tilted to make it easier to remove the jacking tools from the storage area . To tilt the seatback , push the tilting lever 2 - 10 Z X
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JUMP SEAT downward . The seatback automatically moves forward . WARNING After adjustment , gently rock in the seat to make sure it is securely locked . NOTE : The head restraints on the bench - type seats are not adjustable . IC1312M Detach the strap and pull down the folded jump seat . WARNING c Do not use a child restraint system on the jump seat . c When folding the jump seat , be care - ful not to squeeze your finger be - tween the seat cushion and the body side . 2 - 11 Z X
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SUPPLEMENTAL RESTRAINTAIR SYSTEM ( SUPPLEMENTAL BAG SYSTEM ) This Supplemental Restraint System sec - WARNING tion contains important information concern - The seat belts and the supplemental air ing the driver supplemental air bag . The bag are most effective when you are Supplemental Restraint System Air Bag can sitting back and upright in the seat . help reduce impact force to the driver in Supplemental air bags inflate with certain frontal collisions . The supplemental great force . If you are unrestrained , air bag is designed to supplement the leaning forward , sitting sideways or out crash protection provided by the seat belt of position in any way , you are at and is not a substitute for it . The seat belt greater risk of injury or death in a crash should always be correctly worn and the and may also receive serious or fatal driver seated a suitable distance from the injuries from the supplemental air bag steering wheel . ( See ‘ ‘ Seat belts ’ ’ later in if you are up against it when it inflates . this section for instructions and precautions Always sit back against the seatback on seat belt usage . ) and use the seatbelts . The supplemental air bag operates only when the ignition switch is in the ON or START position . WARNING The supplemental air bag ordinarily will not inflate in the event of a side impact , rear impact , roll over , or lower severity frontal collision ; so always wear your seat belts to help reduce the risk or severity of injury in various kinds of accidents . 2 - 12 Z X
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SUPPLEMENTAL AIR BAG SYSTEM The seat belt should be correctly worn and the driver seated upright as far as practical away from the steering wheel . Since the supplemental air bag inflates quickly in or - der to help protect the occupant , the force of the supplemental air bag inflating can in - crease the risk of injury if the occupant is too close to or against the supplemental air bag module during inflation . The supplemental air bag deflates quickly after a collision . The supplemental air bag operates only APD0708 when the ignition switch is in the ON or START position . The driver supplemental air bag is located in harmful and does not indicate a fire , but the center of the steering wheel . There is no care should be taken not to unintentionally WARNING supplemental air bag on the passenger side . inhale it , as it may cause irritation and c Right after inflation , several supple - The supplemental air bag system is designed choking . Those with a history of breathing mental air bag system components to inflate in higher severity frontal collisions , trouble should get fresh air promptly . will be hot . Do not touch them ; you although it may inflate if the forces in another may severely burn yourself . The supplemental air bag , along with the type of collision are similar to those of a higher c No unauthorized changes should be use of the seat belt , helps to cushion the severity frontal impact . It may not inflate in made to any components or wiring impact force on the face and chest of the certain frontal collisions . Vehicle damage ( or of the supplemental air bag system . occupant . They can help save lives and lack of it ) is not always an indication of proper This is to prevent accidental inflation reduce serious injuries . However , an inflat - supplemental air bag operation . of the supplemental air bag or dam - ing supplemental air bag may cause facial age to the supplemental air bag When the supplemental air bag inflates , a abrasions or other injuries . A supplemental system . fairly loud noise may be heard , followed by air bag does not provide restraint to the the release of smoke . This smoke is not lower body . 2 - 13 Z X
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c SRS wiring harnesses are covered c Tampering with the supplemental air with yellow insulation either just be - bag system may result in serious fore the harness connectors or over personal injury . Tampering includes the complete harness for easy iden - changes to the steering wheel by tification . placing material over the steering wheel pad or by installing additional trim material around the supplemen - tal air bag system . c Do not attach any objects to the steering wheel pad . Also , do not place any objects between any occu - pant and the steering wheel . Such objects may become dangerous pro - jectiles and cause injury if the supplemental air bag inflates . c Work around and on the supplemen - tal air bag system should be done by an authorized NISSAN dealer . Instal - lation of electrical equipment should also be done by an authorized NIS - SAN dealer . The yellow SRS wiring should not be modified or discon - nected . Unauthorized electrical test equipment and probing devices should not be used on the supple - mental air bag system . 2 - 14 Z X
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WARNING LABELS SUPPLEMENTAL AIR BAG WARNING LIGHT APD0706 APD0705 The supplemental air bag light , displaying Warning labels about the supplemental air bag system are placed in the vehicle as AIR BAG in the instrument panel , monitors shown in the illustration . the circuits of the supplemental air bag . The circuits monitored by the supplemental air bag light are the diagnosis sensor unit , the supplemental air bag module and all related wiring . When the ignition key is in the ON or START position , the supplemental air bag warning light illuminates for about 7 seconds and then turns off . This means the system is operational . If any of the following conditions occur , the supplemental air bag needs servicing and 2 - 15 Z X
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should be taken to your nearest authorized When maintenance work is required on the c If you need to dispose of the supple - vehicle , the supplemental air bag system NISSAN dealer : mental air bag or scrap the vehicle , and related parts should be pointed out to contact an authorized NISSAN 1 . The supplemental air bag light does not the person conducting the maintenance . dealer . Correct supplemental air bag come on and remain on for 7 seconds The ignition key must always be in the LOCK disposal procedures are set forth in and then go off as described above . position when working under the hood or the appropriate NISSAN Service inside the vehicle . 2 . The supplemental air bag light flashes Manual . Incorrect disposal proce - intermittently or remains on . dures could cause personal injury . WARNING 3 . The supplemental air bag light does not c Once the supplemental air bag in - come on at all . flates , the supplemental air bag Under these conditions , the Supplemental module will not function again and Restraint System Air Bag does not operate must be replaced . The supplemental properly . It must be checked and repaired . air bag module cannot be repaired . c The supplemental air bag system Repair and replacement procedure should be inspected by an autho - The supplemental air bag system is de - rized NISSAN dealer if there is any signed to inflate on a one - time - only basis . damage to the front end portion of As a reminder , unless it is damaged , the the vehicle or if the supplemental air supplemental air bag light remains illumi - bag has inflated . nated after inflation has occurred . Repair c When selling your vehicle , we re - and replacement of the supplemental air quest that you inform the buyer bag system should be done only by an about the supplemental air bag sys - authorized NISSAN dealer . tem and guide the buyer to the ap - To ensure long - term functioning , the propriate sections in this Owner’s system must be inspected 10 years after Manual . the date of manufacture noted on the certification label located on the driver side front pillar . 2 - 16 Z X
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SEAT BELTS PRECAUTIONS ON SEAT BELT c If the seat belt warning lamp glows c Do not allow more than one person continuously while the ignition is to use the same belt . USAGE turned ON with all doors closed and c All seat belt assemblies including Your chances of being injured in an acci - all seat belts fastened , it may indi - retractors and attaching hardware dent and / or the severity of injury may be cate a malfunction in the system . should be inspected after any colli - greatly reduced if you are wearing your seat Have the system checked by your sion at your NISSAN dealer . NISSAN belt and it is properly adjusted . NISSAN NISSAN dealer . recommends that all seat belt as - strongly encourages you and all of your c Be sure to observe the following semblies in use during a collision be passengers to buckle up every time you cautions when using seat belts . Fail - replaced unless the collision was drive , even if your seating position includes ure to do so could increase the minor and the belts show no damage an supplemental air bag . chance and / or severity of injury in an and continue to operate properly . Some states , provinces or territories accident . Seat belt assemblies not in use dur - may specify that seat belts be worn at all ing a collision should also be in - c Always route the shoulder belt over times when a vehicle is being driven . spected and replaced if either dam - your outer shoulder and across your age or improper operation is noted . chest . Never run the belt under your WARNING arm or across your neck . The belt c Never carry more people in the ve - c Every person who drives or rides in should be away from your face and hicle than there are seat belts . this vehicle should use a seat belt at neck , but not falling off your c Never allow anyone to ride in the all times . Children should be in ap - shoulder . cargo area or in a slide - in camper or propriate child restraints . c other type cargo area cover while the Position the lap belt as low as pos - c The belt should be properly adjusted vehicle is in motion . These areas do sible AROUND THE HIPS , NOT THE to a snug fit . Failure to do so reduces not contain seat belts . It is not de - WAIST . the effectiveness of the entire restraint signed for passengers . They could system and increases the chance or c Serious injury or death can occur if be injured in sudden braking or severity of injury in an accident . the seat belt is not worn properly . collision . c Do not wear the belt inside out or twisted . Be sure the seat belt tongue is securely fastened to the proper buckle . 2 - 17 Z X
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use of a booster seat ( commercially avail - CHILD SAFETY able ) may help overcome this . The booster Children need adults to help protect them . seat should raise the child so the shoulder belt is properly positioned across the top , All U.S . states and provinces of Canada middle portion of the shoulder and the lap require the use of approved child restraints belt is low on the hips . The booster seat for infants and small children . ( See ‘ ‘ Child should fit the vehicle seat and have a label Restraints for Infants and Small Children ’ ’ certifying that it complies with Federal Motor later in this section for more information . ) Vehicle Safety Standards or Canadian Mo - In addition , there are many types of child tor Vehicle Safety Standards . Once the restraints available for larger children which child has grown so the shoulder belt is no should be used for maximum protection . longer on or near the face and neck , use the shoulder belt without the booster seat . Infant or small child APD0825 Never let a child stand or kneel on any NISSAN recommends that infants or small seat and do not allow a child in the cargo 3 - POINT TYPE WITH RETRACTOR children be seated in child restraints that areas while the vehicle is moving . comply with Federal Motor Vehicle Safety WARNING Pregnant women Standards or Canadian Motor Vehicle Every person who drives or rides in Safety Standards . You should choose a NISSAN recommends that pregnant women this vehicle should wear a seat belt at child restraint which fits your vehicle and use seat belts . Contact your doctor for spe - all times . always follow the manufacturer’s instruc - cific recommendations . The lap belt should tions for installation and use . be worn snug and positioned as low as Fastening the belts possible around the hips , not the waist . Children 1 . Adjust the seat . Injured persons Children who are too large for child restraint should be seated and restrained by the seat NISSAN recommends that injured persons WARNING belts which are provided . use seat belts , depending on the injury . The seatback should not be reclined If the child’s seating position has a shoulder Check with your doctor for specific recom - any more than needed for comfort . Seat belt that fits close to the face or neck , the mendations . 2 - 18 Z X
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When the cinching mechanism is activated belts are most effective when the pas - the seat belt cannot be withdrawn again senger sits well back and straight up in until the seat belt tongue is detached from the seat . If the seat is reclined , the risk the buckle and fully retracted . Refer to of sliding under the lap belt and being ‘ ‘ Child restraints for infants and small chil - injured is increased . dren ’ ’ later in this section for more informa - tion . 2 . Slowly pull the seat belt out of the retrac - tor and insert the tongue into the buckle WARNING until it snaps . The automatic locking mode should be used only for child seat installation . During normal seat belt use by a pas - senger , the locking mode should not be APD0827 activated . If it is activated it may cause uncomfortable seat belt tension . The retractor is designed to lock during a sudden stop or on impact . A slow pulling motion permits the belt to move , Unfastening the belts and allows you some freedom of move - ment in the seat . To unfasten the belt , press the button on the buckle . The seat belt automatically retracts . 3 . Position the lap belt portion low on the hips as shown . Checking seat belt operation 4 . Pull the shoulder belt portion toward the Seat belt retractors are designed to lock belt retractor to take up extra slack . movement by two separate methods : The front seat passenger side seat belt has 1 ) When the belt is pulled quickly from the a cinching mechanism for child seat instal - retractor . lation . It is referred to as the automatic 2 ) When the vehicle slows down rapidly . locking mode . 2 - 19 Z X
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To increase your confidence in the belts , check the operation as follows : c Grasp the shoulder belt and pull quickly forward . The retractor should lock and restrict further belt movement . If the retractor does not lock during this check or if you have any question about belt operation , see your NISSAN dealer . Replacing front seat belt ( 3 - point type only ) The front seat belts are shock absorber MPA0005 MPA0006 types . Replace the belt when the loop has been pulled out and ‘ ‘ REPLACE BELT ’ ’ is 2 . To lengthen , hold the tongue at a right 2 - POINT TYPE WITHOUT visible . This indicator means the seat belt angle to the belt and pull on the belt . To RETRACTOR ( Center of bench has been overstressed . shorten , pull the free end of the belt away seat ) from the tongue , then pull the belt clip to take up the slack . The center seat belt buckle and tongue are identified by the CENTER mark . The center seat belt tongue can be fastened only into the center seat belt buckle . Fastening the belts 1 . Insert the tongue into the buckle until it snaps . 2 - 20 Z X
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pets . Then brush , wipe with a cloth and SEAT BELT EXTENDERS allow it to dry in the shade . Do not allow If , because of body size or driving position , the belts to retract until they are com - it is not possible to properly fit the lap - pletely dry . shoulder belt and fasten it , an extender is c Periodically check to see that the belt available which is compatible with the in - and the metal components such as stalled seat belts . The extender adds ap - buckles , tongues , retractors , flexible proximately 8 inches ( 200 mm ) of length wires and anchors work properly . If loose and may be used for either the driver or right parts , deterioration , cuts or other dam - passenger seating position . See your NIS - age on the webbing is found , the entire SAN dealer for assistance if the extender is belt assembly should be replaced . required . WARNING MPA0007 c Only NISSAN belt extenders , made 3 . Position the lap belt low on the hips as by the same company which made illustrated . the original equipment belts , should be used with NISSAN belts . Unfastening the belts c Persons who can use the standard To unfasten the belt , press the button on the seat belt should not use an extender . buckle . Such unnecessary use could result in serious personal injury in the event of an accident . SEAT BELT MAINTENANCE c To clean the belt webbings , apply a mild soap solution or any solution recom - mended for cleaning upholstery or car - 2 - 21 Z X
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CHILD RESTRAINTS FOR INFANTS AND SMALL CHILDREN 1 ) Choose only a restraint with a label cer - WARNING c Improper use of a child restraint can tifying that it complies with Federal Motor result in increased injuries for both Infants and small children should al - Vehicle Safety Standard 213 or Cana - the infant or child and other occu - ways be placed in an appropriate child dian Motor Vehicle Safety Standard 213 . pants in the vehicle . restraint while riding in the vehicle . Failure to use a child restraint can re - c When your child restraint is not in 2 ) Check the child restraint in your vehicle sult in serious injury or death . use , keep it secured with a seat belt to be sure it is compatible with the vehi - to prevent it from being thrown for - cle’s seat belt system . Children and infants should never be ward in case of a sudden stop or carried on your lap . It is not possible for 3 ) If the child restraint is compatible with accident . even the strongest adult to resist the your vehicle , place your child in the child c Remember that a child restraint left forces of a severe accident . The child restraint and check the various adjust - in a closed vehicle can become very could be crushed between the adult ments to be sure the child restraint is hot . Check the seating surface and and parts of the vehicle . Also , do not compatible with your child . Always follow buckles before placing your child in put the same seat belt around both all of the recommended procedures . the child restraint . your child and yourself . c All U.S . states and provinces of WARNING In general , child restraints are de - Canada require that infants and signed to be installed with a lap belt or c Do not install a child restraint in the small children be restrained in an the lap portion of a three - point type jump seats ( King Cab model ) . These approved child restraint at all times seat belt . seats are not suitable for child re - while the vehicle is being operated . straint installation . An improperly installed child restraint c After attaching the child restraint , could lead to serious injury or death in an c Follow all of the child restraint test it before you place the child in it . accident . manufacturer’s instructions for in - Tilt it from side to side . Try to tug it stallation and use . When purchasing forward and check to see if the belt a child restraint , be sure to select Child restraints specially designed for in - holds the restraint in place . If the one which will fit your child and fants and small children are offered by restraint is not secure , tighten the vehicle as it may not be possible to several manufacturers . When selecting any belt as necessary , or put the restraint properly install some types of child child restraint , keep the following points in in another seat and test it again . restraints in your vehicle . mind : 2 - 22 Z X
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c If the child restraint is not anchored c Failure to use the retractor’s locking properly , the risk of a child being mode will result in the child restraint injured in a collision or a sudden not being properly secured . The re - stop greatly increases . straint could tip over or otherwise be unsecured and cause injury to the c Adjustable seatbacks should be po - child in a sudden stop or collision . sitioned to fit the child restraint , but as upright as possible . If you choose to install a child restraint , c For a front facing child restraint , follow these steps : check to make sure the shoulder belt does not go in front of the child’s 1 . Position the child restraint on the front face or neck . If it does , put the shoul - passenger seat . It can be placed in a der belt behind the child restraint . forward facing or rear facing direction , PD1335 depending on the size of the child . Al - ways follow the restraint manufacturer’s INSTALLATION ON FRONT instructions . PASSENGER SEAT 2 . Route the seat belt tongue through the ( 3 - point type with retractor ) child restraint and insert the belt tongue into the buckle until you hear and feel the WARNING latch engage . c The 3 - point belt in your vehicle is equipped with a locking mode re - tractor which must be used when installing a child restraint . 2 - 23 Z X
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5 . Before placing the child in the child re - straint , use force to tilt the child restraint from side to side , and tug it forward to make sure it is securely held in place . 6 . Ensure the retractor is in the automatic locking mode by trying to pull more belt out of the retractor . If you cannot pull any more belt webbing out of the retractor , the belt is in the automatic locking mode . 7 . Check to make sure the child restraint is properly secured prior to each use . If the lap belt is not locked , repeat steps 3 PD1336 SIC0132 through 6 . After the child restraint is removed and the Be sure to follow the child restraint manu - TOP STRAP CHILD RESTRAINT seat belt is allowed to wind back into the facturer’s instructions for belt routing . If your child restraint has a top strap , install retractor , the automatic locking mode ( child 3 . Pull on the shoulder belt until all of the restraint mode ) is canceled ; the emergency the anchor bracket to the provided anchor belt is fully extended and a click is heard . locking retractor may be used as normal point . Secure the child restraint with the At this time , the belt retractor is in the and will only lock during a sudden stop or seat belt and latch the top strap hook onto automatic locking mode ( child restraint impact . the appropriate anchor bracket . Make sure mode ) . It reverts back to emergency the shoulder belt is placed between the seat locking mode when the belt is fully re - back and child restraint . To install the an - tracted . chor bracket , a metric bolt of the dimensions 4 . Allow the belt to retract . A clicking sound listed below must be used . is heard as the belt retracts . This indi - Bolt diameter : 8.0 mm cates that the retractor is in the automatic Bolt length : more than 1.18 in ( 30 mm ) locking mode . Pull up on the belt to Thread pitch : 1.25 mm remove any slack in the belt . 2 - 24 Z X
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The top strap should be secured to the attaching belt which provides the straightest installation of the top strap . Child restraint anchor points are de - signed to withstand only these loads imposed by correctly fitted child re - straints . Under no circumstances are they to be used for adult seat belts or harnesses . APD0707 Anchor point locations Anchor points are located under the rear window . On King Cab models , the back panel carpet is perforated to allow access to the anchor points . Your NISSAN dealer can assist you with the installation of your child restraint . 2 - 25 Z X
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TILTING STEERING WHEEL OUTSIDE MIRROR REMOTE OUTSIDE MIRRORS ( If so equipped ) CONTROL ( If so equipped ) APD0700 SIC0054 IC0266M Push the right or left side of the switch to Tilt operation Folding outside mirror adjust the right or left side mirror , then Push the lock lever down and adjust the Push the mirror backward to fold it . control the lever . steering wheel up or down to the desired Objects viewed in the outside mirror on position . the passenger side are closer than they Pull the lock lever up firmly to lock the appear . steering wheel in place . WARNING Do not adjust the steering wheel while driving . 2 - 26 Z X
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INSIDE MIRROR VANITY MIRROR ( If so equipped ) IC0248M AIC0703 AIC0710 A vanity mirror is located on the rear side of The night position reduces glare from the the passenger sunvisor . headlights of vehicles behind you at night . CAUTION Use the night position only when nec - essary because it reduces rear view clarity . 2 - 27 Z X
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3 Heater , air conditioner and audio system Ventilators . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3 - 2 Heater and air conditioner . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3 - 3 Air flow charts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3 - 6 Radio . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3 - 10 AM - FM electronic tuning radio with cassette player . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3 - 11 AM - FM electronic tuning radio with cassette player ( 100 W ) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3 - 16 Manual antenna . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3 - 20 CB radio or car phone . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3 - 21 Z X
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VENTILATORS SIC0058 Open , close , and adjust the air flow direc - tion of ventilators . 3 - 2 Z X
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HEATER AND AIR CONDITIONER Air intake lever position Outside air is drawn into the passenger compartment and distributed through the selected outlet . Use this position for normal heater or air conditioner operation . position Interior air is recirculated inside the vehicle . Move the air intake lever to the posi - AHA0707 tion : — Air flows mainly from foot outlets . CONTROLS c when driving on a dusty road . — Air flows from defrost outlets and Fan control lever c to prevent traffic fumes from entering the foot outlets . passenger compartment . This lever turns the fan on and off , and — Air flows mainly from defrost out - controls fan speed . c for maximum cooling when using the air lets . conditioner . Air control lever Temperature control lever WARNING This lever allows you to select the air flow This lever allows you to adjust the tempera - outlets . Do not use the recirculation mode for ture of the outlet air . long periods of time . It may cause the — Air flows from center and side interior air to become stale and the ventilators . windows to fog up . — Air flows from center and side ventilators and foot outlets . 3 - 3 Z X
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turn the air conditioner switch on ( if so Air conditioner switch Ventilation equipped ) . ( If so equipped ) This mode directs outside air to the side and Bi - level heating center ventilators . This button is provided only for vehicles with an air conditioner . 1 . Move the air intake lever to the po - This mode directs cooler air from the side sition . and center ventilators and warmer air from Start the engine and push the switch to turn the foot outlets . on the air conditioner . The indicator light 2 . Move the air control lever to the comes on when the air conditioner is on . position . po - 1 . Move the air intake lever to the sition . HEATER OPERATION 3 . Move the fan control lever to the desired speed . 2 . Move the air control lever to the Heating position . 4 . Move the temperature control lever to the This mode directs hot air to the foot outlets . desired position . 3 . Move the fan control lever to the desired A small amount of air is also directed to the speed . Defrosting or defogging defrost outlets . 4 . Move the temperature control lever to the This mode defrosts / defogs the windows . po - 1 . Move the air intake lever to the desired position . sition for normal heating . 1 . Move the air intake lever to the po - Heating and defrosting sition . 2 . Move the air control lever to the position . This mode heats the interior and defogs the 2 . Move the air control lever to the windshield . position . 3 . Move the fan control lever to the desired speed . 1 . Move the air intake lever to the po - 3 . Move the fan control lever to the desired sition . speed . 4 . Move the temperature control lever to the desired position between the middle and 2 . Move the air control lever to the 4 . Move the temperature control lever to the the HOT position . desired position between the middle and position . the HOT position . 3 . Move the fan control lever to the desired c If it is difficult to defog the windshield , speed . 3 - 4 Z X
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4 . Move the temperature control lever to the 3 . Move the fan control lever to the desired Dehumidified defrosting desired position between the middle and position . This mode defrosts / defogs the windows and the HOT position . 4 . Push in the air conditioner switch . The dehumidifies . indicator light comes on . Operating tips 1 . Move the air intake lever to the po - 5 . Move the temperature control lever to the sition . Clear snow and ice from the wiper blade desired position . and air inlet in front of the windshield . 2 . Move the air control lever to the This improves heater and defroster op - c For quick cooling when the outside tem - position . eration . perature is high , move the air intake lever 3 . Move the fan control lever to the desired position . Be sure to return to the AIR CONDITIONER OPERATION position . the air intake lever to the position ( If so equipped ) for normal cooling . 4 . Push in the air conditioner switch . The Start the engine , move the fan control lever indicator light comes on . Dehumidified heating to the desired ( 1 to 4 ) position , and push in 5 . Move the temperature control lever to the the air conditioner switch to activate the air This mode heats and dehumidifies . desired position . conditioner . When the air conditioner is on , 1 . Move the air intake lever to the po - cooling and dehumidifying functions are Operating tips sition . added to the heater operation . c Keep windows and sunroof closed while 2 . Move the air control lever to the The air conditioner cooling function op - operating the air conditioner . position . erates only when the engine is running . c After parking in the sun , drive for two or 3 . Move the fan control lever to the desired Cooling three minutes with the windows open to position . vent hot air from the passenger compart - This mode cools and dehumidifies . ment . Then , close the windows . This 4 . Push in the air conditioner switch . The allows the air conditioner to cool the 1 . Move the air intake lever to the po - indicator light comes on . interior more quickly . sition . 5 . Move the temperature control lever to the c The air conditioning system should be 2 . Move the air control lever to the desired position . operated for about ten minutes at least position . 3 - 5 Z X
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once a month , especially in winter . This helps prevent damage to the system due to lack of lubrication . c If the coolant temperature gauge ex - ceeds the ( hot ) position , turn the air conditioner off . Have your vehicle in - spected by a NISSAN dealer . See ‘ ‘ If your vehicle overheats ’ ’ in the ‘ ‘ In case of emergency ’ ’ section for additional infor - mation . AIR FLOW CHARTS The following charts show the switch and lever positions for MAXIMUM and QUICK heating , cooling or defrosting . The air intake lever should always be in position for heating and de - the frosting . AHA0700 3 - 6 Z X
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AHA0702 AHA0701 3 - 7 Z X