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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 and Maintenance Log Booklet explains details about the warranties covering your vehicle and vehicle maintenance schedules . 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 . NOTES ON THE INFORMATION CONTAINED IN WARNING THIS OWNER’S MANUAL IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION REMINDERS FOR SAFETY ! This owner’s manual contains descriptions and operating in - structions for all systems , features and optional equipment that Follow these five important driving rules to help ensure a safe might appear in any model of this vehicle built for any destina - and complete trip for you and your passengers 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 - tion in this manual that does not apply to your vehicle . †ALWAYS observe posted speed limits and never drive too 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 operate 4 - wheel drive models correctly may result in loss of vehicle safety features to all occupants of the vehicle . control or an accident . Be sure to read ‘ ‘ Driving your 4 - wheel drive safely ’ ’ in the ‘ ‘ Starting and driving ’ ’ section of this †ALWAYS review this owner’s manual for important safety manual . 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 precau - tions � 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 governmental regulations . In addition , damage or perfor - mance problems 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 . , Torrance , California . 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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IMPORTANT INFORMATION ABOUT THIS MANUAL You will see various symbols in this manual . They are used in the following ways : WARNING This is used to indicate the presence of a hazard that could cause death or serious personal injury . To avoid or reduce the risk , the procedures must be followed precisely . CAUTION APD0649 This is used to indicate the presence of a hazard that could cause minor or If you see this symbol , it means ‘ ‘ Do not do moderate personal injury or damage to this ’ ’ or ‘ ‘ Do not let this happen . ’ ’ your vehicle . To avoid or reduce the risk , the procedures must be followed carefully . 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 Hazard warning flasher switch . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 - 12 Meters and gauges . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 - 2 Cigarette lighter ( accessory ) and ash tray . . . . . . . . . . . 1 - 13 Speedometer and odometer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 - 3 Cup holder ( if so equipped ) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 - 13 Tachometer ( if so equipped ) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 - 3 Interior light and cargo light . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 - 14 Engine coolant temperature gauge . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 - 4 Spotlights ( if so equipped ) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 - 14 Fuel gauge . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 - 4 Manual windows . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 - 15 Instrument cluster clock ( if so equipped ) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 - 5 Power windows ( if so equipped ) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 - 15 Warning / indicator lights and chimes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 - 6 Automatic power window switch . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 - 16 Headlight and turn signal switch . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 - 10 Rear sliding window ( if so equipped ) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 - 16 Daytime running light system ( Canada only ) . . . . . . . 1 - 10 Opera window ( if so equipped ) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 - 17 Windshield wiper and washer switch . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 - 11 Sunroof ( if so equipped ) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 - 17 Instrument brightness control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 - 12 Z X
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METERS AND GAUGES AIC0747 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 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 or Malfunction indicator Engine oil pressure warning light light Rear anti - lock brake or Charge warning light warning light Low fuel warning light Supplemental air bag 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 , or , The following lights come on briefly and then go off : 1 - 6 Z X
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minates for about 7 seconds and then turns or Brake warning Pressing the brake pedal with the en - c off . This means the system is operational . gine stopped and / or low brake fluid light level may increase your stopping dis - If any of the following conditions occur , the This light functions for both the parking tance and require greater pedal effort supplemental air bag needs servicing and brake and the foot brake systems . as well as pedal travel . your vehicle must be taken to your nearest Parking brake indicator authorized NISSAN dealer : c If the level is below the minimum mark on the brake fluid reservoir , do not 1 . The supplemental air bag light does not The light comes on when the parking brake drive until the brake system has been is applied . come on and remain on for 7 seconds checked at a NISSAN dealer . and then go off as described above . Low brake fluid warning 2 . The supplemental air bag light flashes High beam indicator light The light warns of a low brake fluid level . If intermittently or remains on . the light comes on while the engine is This blue light comes on when the headlight 3 . The supplemental air bag light does not running with the parking brake not applied , high beams are on and goes out when the come on at all . stop the vehicle and perform the following : low beams are selected . Unless checked and repaired , the Supple - 1 . Check the brake fluid level . Add brake fluid Seat belt warning light and mental Restraint System ( Supplemental air as necessary . See ‘ ‘ Brake and clutch fluid ’ ’ in the ‘ ‘ Do - it - yourself operations ’ ’ section . bag system ) may not function properly . For chime additional details on the Supplemental Re - 2 . If the brake fluid level is correct , have the The light and chime remind you to fasten straint System ( Supplemental air bag sys - warning system checked by a NISSAN your seat belts . If the driver’s seat belt is tem ) , see the ‘ ‘ Pre - driving checks and ad - dealer . NOT securely fastened when the ignition justments ’ ’ section . key is turned to ON or START , the chime WARNING sounds five times and the light illuminates . c Your brake system may not be work - WARNING ing properly if the warning light is on . Supplemental air bag If the supplemental air bag warning Driving could be dangerous . If you light is on , it could mean that the air warning light judge it to be safe , drive carefully to bag will not operate in an accident . the nearest service station for repairs . When the ignition key is in the ON or START Otherwise have your vehicle towed . position , the supplemental air bag light illu - 1 - 7 Z X
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Engine oil pressure warning CAUTION WARNING light Do not continue driving if the belt is c When parking , always make sure the This light warns of low engine oil pressure . If loose , broken or missing . transfer lever is in the 4H or 4L the light flickers or comes on during normal position and the parking brake is driving , pull off the road in a safe area , stop applied . Low fuel warning light the engine immediately and call a NISSAN c Failure to engage the transfer lever dealer or other authorized repair shop . ( if so equipped ) in 4H or 4L could result in the vehicle The oil pressure warning light is not moving unexpectedly , which in turn This light comes on when the fuel in the tank designed to indicate a low oil level . Use could result in serious personal in - is low . Refuel as soon as it is convenient , the dipstick to check the oil level . See jury or property damage . preferably before the fuel gauge reaches E . ‘ ‘ Engine oil ’ ’ in the ‘ ‘ Do - it - yourself opera - There should be a small reserve of fuel tions ’ ’ section . remaining in the tank when the fuel Cruise indicator light ( if so gauge needle reaches E . CAUTION equipped ) Running the engine with the oil pres - Low washer fluid warning This light comes on while the vehicle speed sure warning light on could cause seri - light ( Canada only ) is controlled by the cruise control system . If ous damage to the engine almost im - mediately . Turn off the engine as soon the CRUISE indicator blinks , have the sys - This light comes on when the washer tank as it is safe to do so . fluid is at a low level . Add washer fluid as tem checked by your NISSAN dealer . necessary . See ‘ ‘ Window washer fluid ’ ’ in the ‘ ‘ Do - it - yourself operations ’ ’ section . Charge warning light 4 - wheel drive indicator light If the light comes on while the engine is running , it may indicate a potential problem This light comes on when the transfer shift with the charging system . Turn the engine control lever is in the 4H or 4L position . off and check the alternator belt . If the belt is loose , broken , missing or if the light remains on , see your NISSAN dealer immediately . 1 - 8 Z X
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Rear anti - lock brake steady or blinks while the engine is running , or Overdrive off indicator light it may indicate a potential emission control warning light ( if so equipped ) problem . If the light comes on while the engine is This light comes on when the overdrive The malfunction indicator light will come on running , it may indicate a potential problem switch is pushed to the OFF position . in one of two ways : with the rear anti - lock brake system . Have the Key reminder chime system checked by your NISSAN dealer . c Malfunction indicator light on steady - - The chime sounds when the driver’s door is An emission control system malfunction If an abnormality occurs in the system , the opened and the key is left in the ignition has been detected . Have the vehicle rear anti - lock function ceases but the ordi - switch . Take the ignition key when you inspected by an authorized NISSAN nary brakes continue to operate normally . leave the vehicle . dealer . You do not need to have your If the light comes on while you are driving , vehicle towed to the dealer . Light reminder chime contact your NISSAN dealer for repair . c Malfunction indicator light blinking - - An A chime sounds if the driver’s door is opened engine misfire has been detected which with the headlight switch on unless the ignition The rear anti - lock brake system may only may damage the emission control sys - key is in the ON position . Turn the headlight be effective when driving in the 2 - wheel tem . To reduce or avoid emission control switch off when you leave the vehicle . drive mode . system damage : Brake pad wear warning When driving in the 4 - wheel drive mode , if the c do not drive at speeds above 45 MPH The disc brake pads have audible wear front wheels lock , the rear wheels also lock . If ( 72 km / h ) . warnings . When a brake pad requires re - this happens , the rear anti - lock brake system avoid hard acceleration or deceleration . c placement , it makes a high pitched scraping may stop functioning , but the ordinary brakes c avoid steep uphill grades . sound when the vehicle is in motion whether operate normally . The warning light then c if possible , reduce the amount of cargo or not the brake pedal is depressed . Have comes on . The above condition is not a mal - being hauled or towed . the brakes checked as soon as possible if function , and the rear anti - lock brake system The malfunction indicator light may stop the warning sound is heard . recovers once the engine is turned off and blinking and come on steady . restarted . The warning light then goes off . For or Malfunction indi - further description of the rear anti - lock brake Have the vehicle inspected by an autho - cator light ( MIL ) system , refer to ‘ ‘ Rear anti - lock brake system ’ ’ rized NISSAN dealer . You do not need to in the ‘ ‘ Starting and driving ’ ’ section . have your vehicle towed to the dealer . If the malfunction indicator light comes on 1 - 9 Z X
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HEADLIGHT AND TURN SIGNAL SWITCH 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 emission control system , which may affect your warranty coverage . Some conditions may cause the malfunction indicator light to come on steady or blink . Examples are as follows : c vehicle ran out of fuel , which caused the AIC0739 engine to misfire . Lighting DAYTIME RUNNING LIGHT c fuel filler cap was left off or improperly installed , allowing fuel to evaporate into SYSTEM ( Canada only ) Turn the switch to the position : the atmosphere . The side marker , tail , license plate and The headlights automatically illuminate at a If you suspect that you experienced one or instrument lights come on . reduced intensity when the engine is started both of the above conditions , drive the ve - with the parking brake released . The day - position : Turn the switch to the hicle to an authorized NISSAN dealer and time running lights operate with the head - The headlights come on and all the other have the vehicle inspected . Avoid any un - light switch in the OFF position or in the lights remain on . necessary diagnosis during the service by position . Turn the headlight switch to informing the dealer of the conditions listed To select the high beam function , push the the position for full illumination when above that may have cccurred . lever forward . The high beam lights come driving at night . If the parking brake is on and the indicator light illuminates . Pull it applied before the engine is started , the back to select the low beam . 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 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 AIC0742 Pulling the lever toward you turns on the headlight high beam . The ignition switch must be in the ACC or ON c Do not operate the washer if the position for the wipers or washer to be acti - reservoir tank is dry . Turn signal vated . Push the lever down to operate the Move the lever up or down to signal the wipers , and pull the lever toward you to turning direction . When the turn is com - operate the washer . Operating the washer WARNING pleted , the turn signal cancels automati - automatically cycles the wipers several times . In freezing temperatures the washer solu - cally . Intermittent wiper operation can be adjusted tion may freeze on the windshield and from 4 to 12 seconds by turning the time Lane change signal obscure your vision which may lead to an control knob ( Type 2 only ) . accident . Warm the windshield with the To indicate a lane change , move the lever defroster before you wash the windshield . up or down to the point where the indicator CAUTION light begins to flash , but the lever does not c Do not operate the washer continu - latch . ously for more than 30 seconds . 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 Turn signals do not work when the hazard warning flasher lights are on . The hazard warning flashers can be actu - ated with the ignition switch in any position . Some state laws may prohibit the use of SIC0052 SIC0050 the hazard warning flasher switch while The instrument brightness control operates Push the switch on to warn other drivers driving . 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 LIGHTER CUP HOLDER ( accessory ) AND ASH TRAY ( if so equipped ) WARNING The cigarette lighter should not be used while driving so 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 accessory is not recommended . AIC0700 AIC0743 The cigarette lighter element is an acces - WARNING sory . A genuine NISSAN cigarette lighter or The cup holder should not be used equivalent can be purchased from your lo - while driving so that full attention may cal NISSAN dealer . be given to the driving operation . The cigarette lighter operates when the ignition switch is in the ACC or ON position . CAUTION Push the lighter in all the way . When the c Avoid abrupt starting and braking lighter is heated , it springs out . when the cup holder is being used to prevent spilling the drink . If the liquid is Return the lighter to its original position after hot , it can scald you or your passenger . use . c Use only soft cups in the cup holder . Hard objects can injure you in an acci - dent . 1 - 13 Z X
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INTERIOR LIGHT AND SPOTLIGHTS CARGO LIGHT ( if so equipped ) c When the switch is in the center j or DOOR position , the interior light illumi - nates by opening a door . c When the switch is in the ON position , the interior light illuminates whether ei - ther 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 information regarding personal light bulb replacement , refer to “ Bulb replace - ment � in the ‘ ‘ Do - it - yourself operations ’ ’ sec - tion . CAUTION 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 WINDOWS POWER WINDOWS ( if so equipped ) The power window operates when the igni - tion key is ON . To open or close the window , press the switch and hold it down . The main switch ( driver’s switch ) 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 . AIC0648 AIC0741 The side windows can be opened or closed WARNING by turning the hand crank on each door . c Make sure that all passengers have their hands , etc . inside the vehicle before closing the windows . Use the window lock switch to prevent unex - pected use of the power windows . c Do not leave children unattended in - side the vehicle . They could un - knowingly activate switches or con - trols and become trapped in a window . Unattended children could become involved in a serious acci - dent . 1 - 15 Z X
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REAR SLIDING WINDOW ( if so equipped ) AIC0718 AIC0719 AIC0745 Squeeze the handles of the lever , then slide Passenger’s switch AUTOMATIC POWER WINDOW the window open . SWITCH The passenger’s switch opens or closes the passenger’s window . To open or close the To fully open the driver’s side window , press window , hold the switch down . the switch down completely and release it ; it need not be held . The window automatically opens all the way . To stop the window , just press the opposite side of the switch . 1 - 16 Z X
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OPERA WINDOW SUNROOF ( if so equipped ) ( if so equipped ) c Do not allow anyone to stand up or extend any portion of their body out of the sunroof opening while the vehicle is in motion or while the sunroof is closing . CAUTION c Remove water drops , snow , ice or sand from the sunroof before opening . c Do not place heavy objects on the IC1300 - A IC0197 sunroof or surrounding area . Tilting up Pull the handle down , then push the handle up to the fully tilted position . WARNING c In an accident you could be thrown from the vehicle through an open sunroof . Always use seat belts and child restraints . 1 - 17 Z X
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WARNING Do not remove or install the sun shade while driving so that full attention may be given to the driving operation . IC0198 AIC0706 Closing Removing the sun shade 1 . Turn each knob counterclockwise while Pull the handle forward to unlock , then push lifting the sun shade upward . the handle up completely . 2 . Slide the shade backward to remove it . Installing the sun shade 1 . Insert the two hooks on the front edge of sun shade into holders on the roof . 2 . Align the two bolts on the rear edge of sun shade with the lock nuts , then se - curely tighten the lock nuts . 1 - 18 Z X
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SIC0072 SIC0073 5 . Slide the sunroof to the left and remove Removing the sunroof Installing the sunroof it . 1 . Remove the sun shade before removing 1 . While placing the sunroof perpendicular WARNING the sunroof . to the roof panel , position the sunroof Do not remove the sunroof while driv - and engage the retainer with the hinge . 2 . Tilt the sunroof . ing so that full attention may be given 2 . Slide the sunroof to the right until the red to the driving operation . 3 . Push the knob located on each end of the mark on the hinge disappears . handle and push the sunroof upwards to disengage the handle linkage . 3 . Carefully lower the sunroof , 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 installed . 1 - 19 Z X
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2 Pre - driving checks and adjustments Seat belts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2 - 19 Key . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2 - 2 Door locks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2 - 2 Precautions on seat belt usage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2 - 19 Power door lock ( if so equipped ) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2 - 3 Child safety . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2 - 20 Hood release . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2 - 4 3 - point type with retractor . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2 - 21 Glove box lock ( if so equipped ) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2 - 4 2 - point type without retractor ( center of bench Fuel filler cap . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2 - 5 seat and jump seats ) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2 - 23 Tailgate latch . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2 - 5 Seat belt extenders . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2 - 24 Tie down hooks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2 - 7 Seat belt maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2 - 24 Front separate seats . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2 - 8 Child restraints for infants and small children . . . . . . 2 - 24 Seat adjustment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2 - 8 Installation on front passenger seat ( 3 - point Head restraints . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2 - 11 type with retractor ) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2 - 26 Tilting front separate seat . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2 - 11 Installation in center of bench seat ( 2 - point Bench seat . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2 - 12 type without retractor ) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2 - 27 Seat adjustment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2 - 12 Top strap child restraint . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2 - 28 Tilting bench seat . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2 - 12 Tilting steering wheel ( if so equipped ) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2 - 29 Jump seat . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2 - 13 Outside mirror remote control Supplemental restraint system ( supplemental ( if so equipped ) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2 - 30 air bag system ) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2 - 14 Outside mirrors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2 - 30 Supplemental air bag system . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2 - 15 Inside mirror . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2 - 31 Warning labels . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2 - 17 Vanity mirror ( if so equipped ) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2 - 31 Supplemental air bag warning light . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2 - 17 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 the doors from the outside without a number plate and keep it in a safe place back of the vehicle . To unlock , turn it to - key , push the inside lock knob to the lock ( such as your wallet ) , NOT IN THE VEHICLE . wards the front . position , then close the door . If 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 so the passenger’s door . it is very important to keep track of your key number plate . A key number is only necessary when you have lost all keys and do not have one to duplicate from . If you still have a key , this key can be duplicated by your NISSAN dealer or locksmith . 2 - 2 Z X
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c Pushing the driver’s inside lock knob down locks both doors . Pulling the lock knob up unlocks both doors . WARNING c Always have the doors locked while driving . Along with the use of seat belts , this provides greater safety in the event of an accident by helping to prevent persons from being thrown from the vehicle . This also helps keep children and others from unintentionally opening the doors , APD0701 and will help keep out intruders . c Before opening the door , always POWER DOOR LOCK look for and avoid oncoming traffic . ( if so equipped ) c Do not leave children unattended in The power door lock system allows you to a locked vehicle . They could un - lock or unlock both doors simultaneously . knowingly activate switches or con - trols . Unattended children could be - c Pressing the door lock / unlock button to - come involved in serious accidents . 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 2 . Raise the lever at the front of the hood The glove box may be locked or unlocked WARNING with your fingertips and raise the hood . by turning the key as shown . c Make sure the hood is completely 3 . Insert the assist bar into the slot in the closed and latched before driving . CAUTION front edge of the hood . Failure to do so could cause the Keep the glove box lid closed while hood to fly open and result in an 4 . When closing the hood , reset the assist driving to prevent injury in an accident accident . bar to its original position , then slowly or during a sudden stop . close the hood and make sure it locks c If you see steam or smoke coming into place . from the engine compartment , to avoid injury do not open the hood . 1 . Pull the hood lock release handle located below the instrument panel ; the hood then springs up slightly . 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 . You could be burned or se - riously injured if it is misused or mishandled . Always stop the engine and do not smoke or allow open flames or sparks near the vehicle when refueling . 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 SIC0064A IC0189 causing possible personal injury . Then remove the cap . The fuel filler cap is a screw - on ratcheting Opening the tailgate type . Tighten the cap clockwise until ratch - c Use only a genuine NISSAN fuel filler Pull the tailgate handle upward and lower eting clicks are heard . cap as a replacement . It has a built - in the tailgate . The support stays hold the safety valve needed for proper op - If the fuel filler cap is not tightened properly , tailgate open . eration of the fuel system and emis - the malfunction indicator light ( MIL ) may sion control system . An incorrect When closing the tailgate , make sure the come on . cap can result in a serious malfunc - latches are securely locked . tion and possible injury . CAUTION 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 to the lowest position , Removing the tailgate lift the tailgate to an angle of about 45 1 . Release the tailgate stays . degrees , then release the stays . 2 . Hold the tailgate at an angle of about 45 Do not drive the vehicle with the tailgate degrees . down . 3 . Pull the tailgate out from the left side hinge . WARNING 4 . Remove the tailgate from the right side c It is extremely dangerous to ride in a hinge . cargo area inside a vehicle . In a collision , people riding in these ar - CAUTION eas are more likely to be seriously The tailgate is heavy . Be careful not to injured or killed . drop it during removal . 2 - 6 Z X
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TIE DOWN HOOKS WARNING c Properly secure all cargo with ropes or straps to help prevent it from sliding or shifting . In a sudden stop or collision , unsecured cargo could cause personal injury . c Do not place cargo higher than the seatbacks . In a sudden stop or colli - sion , unsecured cargo could cause personal injury . STI0049 For your convenience , tie down hooks are placed at each corner of the truck box . These may be used to help secure cargo loaded into the truck box . 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 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 . APD0712 SEAT ADJUSTMENT WARNING c Do not adjust the driver’s seat while driving . The seat may move sud - denly and could cause loss of con - trol of the vehicle . c After adjustment , gently rock in the seat to make sure it is securely locked . 2 - 8 Z X
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APD0713 APD0716 Reclining c For the most effective protection WARNING when the vehicle is in motion , the c Do not ride in a moving vehicle when To recline pull the lever up and lean back . To seat should be upright . Always sit the seatback is reclined . This can be bring the seat forward , pull the lever up and well back in the seat and adjust the dangerous . The shoulder belt will lean your body forward . The seatback moves seat belt properly . See ‘ ‘ Precautions not be against your body . In an acci - forward . Release the lever to lock the seatback on seat belt usage ’ ’ later in this dent you could be thrown into it and in position . chapter . receive neck or other serious inju - ries . You could also slide under the lap belt and receive serious internal injuries . 2 - 9 Z X
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APD0714 APD0715 Seat lifter ( driver’s side only ) Lumbar support ( driver’s side only ) Pull the lever up and adjust the angle of the Turn the lever forward or backward to adjust seat to the desired position . Release the the seat lumbar area . lever to lock the seat in position . 2 - 10 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’s seat can be tilted to Adjust the top of the head restraint even make it easier for jump seat passengers to with the top of your ears . 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 significant WARNING protection against injury in an accident . 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 - 11 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 - 12 Z X
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JUMP SEAT downward , then pull the seatback forward . WARNING After adjustment , gently rock in the seat to make sure it is securely locked . IC1312M Detach the strap and pull down the folded jump seat . WARNING c Do not use a child restraint on the jump seat ( King Cab model ) . These seats are not suitable for child re - straint installation . c When folding the jump seat , be care - ful not to squeeze your finger be - tween the seat cushion and the body side . 2 - 13 Z X
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SUPPLEMENTAL RESTRAINTag SYSTEM ( supplemental air b system ) This Supplemental Restraint System sec - tion contains important information concern - ing the driver’s supplemental air bag . The Supplemental Restraint System Air Bag can help reduce impact force to the driver in certain frontal collisions . The supplemental air bag is designed to supplement the crash protection provided by the seat belt and is not a substitute for it . The seat belt should always be correctly worn and the driver seated a suitable distance from the steering wheel . ( See ‘ ‘ Seat belts ’ ’ later in this section for instructions and precautions APD0717 on seat belt usage . ) The supplemental air bag operates only far away as practical from the steer - c The seat belts and the supplemental when the ignition switch is in the ON or ing wheel . Always use the seatbelts . air bag are most effective when you START position . are sitting back and upright in the c Keep hands on the outside of the seat . Supplemental air bags inflate steering wheel . Placing them inside WARNING with great force . If you are unre - the steering wheel rim could in - c The supplemental air bag ordinarily strained , leaning forward , sitting crease the risk that they are injured will not inflate in the event of a side sideways or out of position in any when the supplemental air bag in - impact , rear impact , roll over , or way , you are at greater risk of injury flates . lower severity frontal collision . Al - or death in a crash and may also ways wear your seat belts to help receive serious or fatal injuries from reduce the risk or severity of injury the supplemental air bag if you are in various kinds of accidents . up against it when it inflates . Always sit back against the seatback and as 2 - 14 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’s 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 Do not attach any objects to the The supplemental air bag system is designed choking . Those with a history of breathing steering wheel pad . Also , do not to inflate in higher severity frontal collisions , trouble should get fresh air promptly . place any objects between any occu - although it may inflate if the forces in another pant and the steering wheel . Such The supplemental air bag , along with the type of collision are similar to those of a higher objects may become dangerous pro - use of the seat belt , helps to cushion the severity frontal impact . It may not inflate in jectiles and cause injury if the impact force on the face and chest of the supplemental air bag inflates . certain frontal collisions . Vehicle damage ( or occupant . It can help save lives and reduce lack of it ) is not always an indication of proper c Right after inflation , several supple - serious injuries . However , an inflating supplemental air bag operation . mental air bag system components supplemental air bag may cause facial will be hot . Do not touch them ; you When the supplemental air bag inflates , a abrasions or other injuries . A supplemental may severely burn yourself . 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 - 15 Z X
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c Work around and on the supplemen - c No unauthorized changes should be tal air bag system should be done by made to any components or wiring an authorized NISSAN dealer . Instal - of the supplemental air bag system . lation of electrical equipment should This is to prevent accidental inflation also be done by an authorized NIS - of the supplemental air bag or dam - SAN dealer . The yellow SRS wiring age to the supplemental air bag should not be modified or discon - system . nected . Unauthorized electrical test c Do not make unauthorized changes equipment and probing devices to your vehicle’s electrical system , should not be used on the supple - suspension system or front end mental air bag system . structure . This could affect proper c SRS wiring harnesses are covered operation of the supplemental air with yellow insulation either just be - bag system . fore the harness connectors or over c Tampering with the supplemental air the complete harness for easy iden - bag system may result in serious tification . personal injury . Tampering includes changes to the steering wheel by placing material over the steering When selling your vehicle , we request that wheel pad or by installing additional you inform the buyer about the supplemen - trim material around the supplemen - tal air bag system and guide the buyer to the tal air bag system . appropriate sections in this Owner’s Manual . 2 - 16 Z X
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WARNING LABELS SUPPLEMENTAL AIR BAG WARNING LIGHT APD0706 APD0705 The supplemental air bag warning light , Warning labels about the supplemental air bag system are placed in the vehicle as displaying AIR BAG in the instrument panel , shown in the illustration . monitors the circuits of the supplemental air bag . The circuits monitored by the supple - mental air bag warning light are the diagno - sis 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 - 17 Z X
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should be taken to your nearest authorized illuminated after inflation has occurred . c The supplemental air bag system Repair and replacement of the supplemen - NISSAN dealer : should be inspected by an autho - tal air bag system should be done only by rized NISSAN dealer if there is any 1 . The supplemental air bag warning light an authorized NISSAN dealer . damage to the front end portion of does not come on and remain on for 7 the vehicle . To ensure long - term functioning , the seconds and then go off as described c If you need to dispose of the supple - system must be inspected 10 years after above . mental air bag or scrap the vehicle , the date of manufacture noted on the 2 . The supplemental air bag warning light contact an authorized NISSAN certification label located on the driver flashes intermittently or remains on . dealer . Correct supplemental air bag side front pillar . disposal procedures are set forth in 3 . The supplemental air bag warning light When maintenance work is required on the the appropriate NISSAN Service does not come on at all . vehicle , the supplemental air bag system Manual . Incorrect disposal proce - and related parts should be pointed out to Under these conditions , the Supplemental dures could cause personal injury . the person conducting the maintenance . Restraint System ( supplemental air bag The ignition key must always be in the LOCK system ) may not function properly . It must position when working under the hood or be checked and repaired . inside the vehicle . WARNING WARNING If the supplemental air bag warning c Once the supplemental air bag in - light is on , it could mean that the flates , the supplemental air bag supplemental air bag will not operate in module will not function again and an accident . should be replaced by an authorized NISSAN dealer . The supplemental air bag module cannot be repaired . Repair and replacement procedure The supplemental air bag system is de - signed to inflate on a one - time - only basis . As a reminder , unless it is damaged , the supplemental air bag warning light remains 2 - 18 Z X
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SEAT BELTS APD0658 APD0718 APD0533 PRECAUTIONS ON SEAT BELT c Always route the shoulder belt over WARNING your shoulder and across your chest . USAGE c Every person who drives or rides in Never run the belt behind your back , this vehicle should use a seat belt at Your chances of being injured in an acci - under your arm or across your neck . all times . Children should be prop - dent and / or the severity of injury may be The belt should be away from your erly restrained and , if appropriate , in greatly reduced if you are wearing your seat face and neck , but not falling off your a child restraint . belt and it is properly adjusted . NISSAN shoulder . strongly encourages you and all of your c The belt should be properly adjusted c Position the lap belt as low as pos - passengers to buckle up every time you to a snug fit . Failure to do so may sible AROUND THE HIPS , NOT THE drive , even if your seating position includes reduce the effectiveness of the entire WAIST . A lap belt worn too high could a supplemental air bag . restraint system and increase the increase the risk of internal injuries in chance or severity of injury in an acci - Some states and Canadian provinces or an accident . dent . Serious injury or death can occur territories may specify that seat belts be c Be sure the seat belt tongue is se - if the seat belt is not worn properly . worn at all times when a vehicle is being curely fastened to the proper buckle . driven . 2 - 19 Z X
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restraints for infants and small children ’ ’ c Do not wear the belt inside out or replaced unless the collision was later in this section for more information . ) twisted . Doing so may reduce its minor and the belts show no damage effectiveness . and continue to operate properly . In addition , there are many types of child Seat belt assemblies not in use dur - restraints available for larger children which c Do not allow more than one person ing a collision should also be in - should be used for maximum protection . to use the same belt . spected and replaced if either dam - c Never carry more people in the ve - Infant or small child age or improper operation is noted . hicle than there are seat belts . NISSAN recommends that infants or small c Never allow anyone to ride in the children be seated in child restraints that CHILD SAFETY cargo area or in a slide - in camper or comply with Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Children need adults to help protect them . other type cargo area cover while the Standards or Canadian Motor Vehicle vehicle is in motion . These areas do WARNING Safety Standards . You should choose a not contain seat belts . It is not de - child restraint which fits your vehicle and c Do not install a child restraint in the signed for passengers . They could be always follow the manufacturer’s instruc - jump seats ( King Cab model ) . These injured in sudden braking or collision . tions for installation and use . seats are not suitable for child re - c If the seat belt warning lamp glows straint installation . Children continuously while the ignition is c Infants and children need special pro - turned ON with all doors closed and Children who are too large for child re - tection . The vehicle’s seat belts may all seat belts fastened , it may indi - straints should be seated and restrained by not fit them properly . The shoulder cate a malfunction in the system . the seat belts which are provided . belt may come too close to the face or Have the system checked by your neck . The lap belt may not fit over If the child’s seating position has a shoulder NISSAN dealer . their small hip bones . In an accident belt that fits close to the face or neck , the c All seat belt assemblies including an improperly fitting seat belt could use of a booster seat ( commercially avail - retractors and attaching hardware cause serious or fatal injury . Always able ) may help overcome this . The booster should be inspected after any colli - use appropriate child restraints . seat should raise the child so the shoulder sion at your NISSAN dealer . NISSAN belt is properly positioned across the top , recommends that all seat belt as - All U.S . states and provinces of Canada middle portion of the shoulder and the lap semblies in use during a collision be 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 2 - 20 Z X
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certifying that it complies with Federal Motor WARNING Vehicle Safety Standards or Canadian Mo - c Do not ride in a moving vehicle when tor Vehicle Safety Standards . Once the the seatback is reclined . This can be child has grown so the shoulder belt is no dangerous . The shoulder belt will longer on or near the face and neck , use the not be against your body . In an acci - shoulder belt without the booster seat . dent you could be thrown into it and receive neck or other serious inju - WARNING ries . You could also slide under the Never let a child stand or kneel on any lap belt and receive serious internal seat and do not allow a child in the injuries . cargo areas while the vehicle is mov - c For most effective protection when ing . The child could be seriously in - the vehicle is in motion , the seat jured or killed in an accident . APD0500 should be upright . Always sit well back in the seat and adjust the seat Pregnant women 3 - POINT TYPE WITH RETRACTOR belt properly . NISSAN recommends that pregnant women WARNING use seat belts . Contact your doctor for spe - 2 . Slowly pull the seat belt out of the retrac - cific recommendations . The lap belt should Every person who drives or rides in tor and insert the tongue into the buckle be worn snug and positioned as low as this vehicle should wear a seat belt at until it snaps . possible around the hips , not the waist . all times . Injured persons Fastening the belt NISSAN recommends that injured persons 1 . Adjust the seat . use seat belts , depending on the injury . Check with your doctor for specific recom - mendations . 2 - 21 Z X
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When the cinching mechanism is activated forward . The retractor should lock and the seat belt cannot be extracted again until restrict further belt movement . the seat belt tongue is detached from the If the retractor does not lock during this buckle and the seat belt is fully retracted . check , or if you have any questions about Refer to ‘ ‘ Child restraints for infants and seat belt operation , see your NISSAN small children ’ ’ later in this section for more dealer . information . Replacing front seat belt ( 3 - point The automatic locking mode should be type only ) used only for child seat installation . Dur - ing normal seat belt use by a passenger , The front passenger seat belt is an energy the locking mode should not be acti - absorber type . Replace the belt when the vated . If it is activated it may cause loop has been pulled out and ‘ ‘ REPLACE uncomfortable seat belt tension . BELT ’ ’ is visible . This indicator means the PD1024M seat belt has been loaded and must be Unfastening the belt The retractor is designed to lock during replaced . To unfasten the belt , press the button on the a sudden stop or on impact . A slow buckle . The seat belt automatically retracts . pulling motion permits the belt to move , and allows you some freedom of move - Checking seat belt operation ment in the seat . Seat belt retractors are designed to lock belt 3 . Position the lap belt portion low on the movement by two separate methods : hips as shown . 1 ) When the belt is pulled quickly from the 4 . Pull the shoulder belt portion toward the retractor . retractor to take up extra slack . 2 ) When the vehicle slows down rapidly . The front passenger side seat belt has a To increase your confidence in the belts , cinching mechanism for child seat installa - check the operation as follows : tion . It is referred to as the automatic locking mode . c Grasp the shoulder belt and pull quickly 2 - 22 Z X
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APD0105 ICM021 APD0106 2 . To lengthen , hold the tongue at a right 3 . Position the lap belt low on the hips as 2 - POINT TYPE WITHOUT angle to the belt and pull on the belt . To illustrated . RETRACTOR ( Center of bench shorten , pull the free end of the belt away seat and jump seats ) Unfastening the belt from the tongue , then pull the belt clip to take up the slack . On bench seat equipped models , the center To unfasten the belt , press the button on the seat belt buckle and tongue are identified by buckle . the CENTER mark . The center seat belt tongue can be fastened only into the center seat belt buckle . Fastening the belt 1 . Insert the tongue into the buckle until it snaps . 2 - 23 Z X
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CHILD RESTRAINTS FOR INFANTS AND SMALL CHILDREN carpets . Then brush , wipe with a cloth SEAT BELT EXTENDERS and allow it to dry in the shade . Do not If , because of body size or driving position , allow the seat belts to retract until they it is not possible to properly fit the lap - are completely dry . shoulder belt and fasten it , an extender is c If dirt builds up in the shoulder belt available which is compatible with the in - guide of the seat belt anchors , the seat stalled seat belts . The extender adds ap - belts may retract slowly . Wipe the shoul - proximately 8 inches ( 200 mm ) of length der belt guide with a clean , dry cloth . and may be used for either the driver or right passenger seating position . See your c Periodically check to see that the seat NISSAN dealer for assistance if the ex - belt and the metal components , such tender is required . as buckles , tongues , retractors , flexible wires and anchors , work properly . If WARNING APD0660 loose parts , deterioration , cuts or other damage on the webbing is found , the c Only NISSAN belt extenders , made entire seat belt assembly should be re - WARNING by the same company which made placed . the original equipment belts , should c Infants and small children should be used with NISSAN belts . always be placed in an appropriate child restraint while riding in the ve - c Persons who can use the standard hicle . Failure to use a child restraint seat belt should not use an extender . can result in serious injury or death . Such unnecessary use could result c Children and infants should never be in serious personal injury in the carried on your lap . It is not possible event of an accident . for even the strongest adult to resist the forces of a severe accident . The child could be crushed between the SEAT BELT MAINTENANCE adult and parts of the vehicle . Also , c To clean the seat belt webbings , apply do not put the same seat belt around a mild soap solution or any solution rec - both your child and yourself . ommended for cleaning upholstery or 2 - 24 Z X
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All U.S . states and provinces of Canada c An improperly installed child re - c Adjustable seatbacks should be po - require that infants and small children be sitioned to fit the child restraint , but straint could lead to serious injury or restrained in an approved child restraint as upright as possible . death in an accident . at all times while the vehicle is being c After attaching the child restraint , In general , child restraints are designed to operated . test it before you place the child in it . be installed with a lap belt or the lap portion Tilt it from side to side . Try to tug it WARNING of a 3 - point type seat belt . Child restraints forward and check to see if the belt holds the restraint in place . If the specially designed for infants and small c Do not install a child restraint in the restraint is not secure , tighten the children are offered by several manufactur - jump seats ( King Cab model ) . These belt as necessary , or put the restraint ers . When selecting any child restraint , seats are not suitable for child re - in another seat and test it again . keep the following points in mind : straint installation . c For a front facing child restraint , 1 ) Choose only a restraint with a label cer - c Improper use of a child restraint can check to make sure the shoulder belt tifying that it complies with Federal Motor result in increased injuries for both does not go in front of the child’s Vehicle Safety Standard 213 or Cana - the infant or child and other occu - face or neck . If it does , put the shoul - dian Motor Vehicle Safety Standard 213 . pants in the vehicle . der belt behind the child restraint . 2 ) Check the child restraint in your vehicle c When your child restraint is not in c Follow all of the child restraint to be sure it is compatible with the vehi - use , keep it secured with a seat belt manufacturer’s instructions for in - cle’s seat and seat belt system . Choose to prevent it from being thrown stallation and use . When purchasing a child restraint that meets the guidelines around in case of a sudden stop or a child restraint , be sure to select accident . of the Society of Automotive Engineers one which will fit your child and recommended practice J1819 for child vehicle as it may not be possible to CAUTION restraint installation . properly install some types of child restraints in your vehicle . Remember that a child restraint left in a 3 ) If the child restraint is compatible with closed vehicle can become very hot . your vehicle , place your child in the child c If the child restraint is not anchored Check the seating surface and buckles restraint and check the various adjust - properly , the risk of a child being before placing your child in the child ments to be sure the child restraint is injured in a collision or a sudden restraint . compatible with your child . Always follow stop greatly increases . all of the recommended procedures . 2 - 25 Z X
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c Failure to use the retractor’s locking mode will result in the child restraint not being properly secured . The re - straint could tip over or otherwise be unsecured and cause injury to the child in a sudden stop or collision . If you choose to install a child restraint , follow these steps : 1 . Position the child restraint on the front passenger seat . It can be placed in a forward facing or rear facing direction , PD1335 PD1336 depending on the size of the child . Al - ways follow the restraint manufacturer’s 3 . Pull upward on the lap belt until all of the INSTALLATION ON FRONT instructions . belt is fully extended and a click is heard . PASSENGER SEAT At this time , the lap belt retractor is in the 2 . Route the seat belt tongue through the ( 3 - point type with retractor ) automatic locking mode ( child restraint child restraint and insert the belt tongue mode ) . It reverts back to emergency into the buckle until you hear and feel the WARNING locking mode when the belt is fully re - latch engage . Be sure to follow the child c The 3 - point belt in your vehicle is restraint manufacturer’s instructions for tracted . equipped with a locking mode re - belt routing . tractor which must be used when 4 . Allow the belt to retract . A clicking sound installing a child restraint . is heard as the belt retracts . This indi - cates that the retractor is in the automatic locking mode . Pull up on the belt to remove any slack in the belt . 2 - 26 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 APD0710 APD0709 through 6 . After the child restraint is removed and the Be sure to follow the child restraint manu - INSTALLATION IN CENTER OF seat belt is allowed to wind back into the facturer’s instructions for belt routing . BENCH SEAT retractor , the automatic locking mode ( child 3 . Remove all slack in the lap belt for a very ( 2 - point type without retractor ) restraint mode ) is canceled ; the emergency tight fit by pulling forcefully on the lap belt locking retractor may be used as normal When you install a child restraint in the adjustment . and will only lock during a sudden stop or center of the bench seat , follow these steps : 4 . Before placing the child in the child re - impact . straint , use force to tilt the child restraint Position the child restraint on the seat , as 1 . from side to side , and tug it forward to illustrated . It can be placed in a forward make sure it is securely held in place . facing or rear facing direction , depending on the size of the child . Always follow the 5 . If the child restraint is not secure , try to child restraint manufacturer’s instructions . tighten the belt again , or put the restraint in the passenger seat . 2 . Route the seat belt tongue through the child restraint and insert it into the buckle 6 . Check to make sure the child restraint is until you hear and feel the latch engage . properly secured prior to each use . 2 - 27 Z X
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APD0711 The top strap should be secured to the TOP STRAP CHILD RESTRAINT attaching belt which provides the straightest If your child restraint has a top strap , install installation of the top strap . the anchor bracket to one of the provided anchor points . Secure the child restraint with WARNING either the 2 - point or 3 - point seat belt and Child restraint anchor points are de - latch the top strap hook onto the appropriate signed to withstand only those loads anchor bracket . If using the 3 - point seat belt , imposed by correctly fitted child re - make sure the shoulder belt is placed be - straints . Under no circumstances are tween the seat back and child restraint . To they to be used for adult seat belts or install the anchor bracket , a metric bolt of the harnesses . dimensions listed below must be used . Bolt diameter : 8.0 mm Bolt length : more than 1.18 in ( 30 mm ) Thread pitch : 1.25 mm 2 - 28 Z X
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TILTING STEERING WHEEL ( if so equipped ) APD0707 APD0700 Anchor point locations Tilt operation Anchor points are located under the rear Pull the lock lever down and adjust the window . On King Cab models , the back steering wheel up or down to the desired panel carpet is perforated to allow access to position . the anchor points . Push the lock lever up firmly to lock the Your NISSAN dealer can assist you with the steering wheel in place . installation of your child restraint . WARNING Do not adjust the steering wheel while driving . You could lose control of your vehicle and cause an accident . 2 - 29 Z X
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OUTSIDE MIRROR REMOTE OUTSIDE MIRRORS CONTROL ( if so equipped ) SIC0054 IC0266M IC0248M Push the right or left side of the switch to Folding outside mirror adjust the right or left side mirror , then Push the mirror backward to fold it . control the lever . WARNING Objects viewed in the outside mirror on the passenger side are closer than they appear . Be careful when moving to the right . Using only this mirror could cause an accident . Use the inside mir - ror or glance over your shoulder to properly judge distances to other ob - jects . 2 - 30 Z X
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INSIDE MIRROR VANITY MIRROR ( if so equipped ) AIC0703 AIC0710 A vanity mirror is located on the rear side of The night position reduces glare from the headlights of vehicles behind you at night . the passenger sunvisor . WARNING Use the night position only when nec - essary because it reduces rear view clarity . 2 - 31 Z X
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3 Heater , air conditioner and audio system Radio operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3 - 11 Ventilators . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3 - 2 Heater and air conditioner . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3 - 3 Cassette tape operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3 - 13 Controls . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3 - 3 AM - FM radio with cassette player ( 100 W ) . . . . . . . . . 3 - 16 Heater operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3 - 4 Radio operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3 - 16 Air conditioner operation ( if so equipped ) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3 - 5 Cassette tape operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3 - 19 Air flow charts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3 - 6 Manual antenna . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3 - 20 Audio system . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3 - 10 CB radio or car phone . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3 - 21 AM - FM radio with cassette player ( 30 w ) . . . . . . . . . . . . 3 - 11 Z X