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The inside pages of this manual contain a minimum of 50 % recycled fibers , Foreword including 10 % post - consumer fibers . READ FIRST — THEN DRIVE SAFELY Welcome to the growing family of new MODIFICATION OF YOUR VEHICLE NISSAN owners . This vehicle is delivered Before driving your vehicle please read this This vehicle should not be modified . to you with confidence . It was produced owner’s manual carefully . This will ensure Modification could affect its perfor - using the latest techniques and strict quality familiarity with controls and maintenance mance , safety or durability , and may control . requirements , assisting you in the safe op - even violate governmental regulations . eration of your vehicle . This manual was prepared to help you In addition , damage or performance understand the operation and maintenance problems resulting from modifications WARNING of your vehicle so that you may enjoy many may not be covered under NISSAN miles of driving pleasure . Please read warranties . IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION through this manual before operating your REMINDERS FOR SAFETY ! vehicle . Follow these important rules to help WHEN READING THE MANUAL ensure a safe and complete trip for you A separate Warranty Information and This manual includes information for all and your passengers ! Maintenance Log Booklet explains de - options available on this model . Therefore , tails about the warranties covering your c NEVER drive under the influence of you may find some information that does vehicle and vehicle maintenance sched - alcohol or drugs . not apply to your vehicle . ules . Additionally , a separate Customer c ALWAYS observe posted speed lim - Care / Lemon Law Booklet will explain All information , specifications and illustra - its and never drive too fast for con - how to resolve any concerns you may tions in this manual are those in effect at the ditions . have with your vehicle , as well as clarify time of printing . NISSAN reserves the right c ALWAYS use your seat belts and your rights under your state’s lemon to change specifications or design without appropriate child restraint systems . law . notice and without obligation . Pre - teen children should be seated Your NISSAN dealership knows your ve - in the rear seat . hicle best . When you require any service or c ALWAYS provide information about have any questions , they will be glad to the proper use of vehicle safety fea - assist you with the extensive resources tures to all occupants of the vehicle . available to them . c ALWAYS review this Owner’s Manual for important safety information . Z X
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The inside pages of this manual contain a minimum of 50 % recycled fibers , including 10 % post - consumer fibers . 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 . APD1005 CAUTION This is used to indicate the presence of If you see this symbol , it means ‘ ‘ Do not do a hazard that could cause minor or this ’ ’ or ‘ ‘ Do not let this happen . ’ ’ moderate personal injury or damage to your vehicle . To avoid or reduce the risk , the procedures must be followed carefully . © 1998 NISSAN NORTH AMERICA , INC . GARDENA , CALIFORNIA All rights reserved . No part of this Owner’s Manual may be reproduced or stored in a retrieval system , or transmitted in any form , or by any means , electronic , mechanical , photo - copying , recording or otherwise , without the prior written permission of Nissan North America , Inc . , Gardena , California . Z X
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Welcome To The World Of NISSAN NISSAN pioneered the use of electronics ands - i - eht.dhese computers in automobiles , and has led the gindueffsbuil try in improving both performance and fuele ciency through new engine designs and th ui of synthetic materials to reduce vehicle owe The company has also developed ways t quality into its vehicles at each stage of tu production process , both through extensive of automation and — most importantly — en - through an awareness that people are the c tral element in quality control . From the time the parts arrived from our nNsuppli - , ydatNni - yn . ers until you took delivery of your new NISSAonl dozens of checks were made to ensure thatg the best job was being done in producin uSgareAhalit delivering your vehicle . NISSAN also NtakesIStec AFW0001 care to ensure that when you take youricehe to your dealer for maintenance , the servo modern manufacturing facilities , Nissan aMotor , ngi - n Your new NISSAN is the result of our dedication cian will perform his work according t t qNissa Manufacturing Corporation U.S.A . in Smyrnsignnt to produce the finest in safe , reliable and eco - standards that have been established by Tennessee , vehicle styling at Nissan De nomical transportation . Your vehicle is the prod - Safety has also been built into your NISSAN . hAseurnry International in San Diego , California , and ee uct of a successful worldwide company that you know , seat belts are an integral part of tor neering at Nissan Research and Developm i manufactures cars and trucks in over 17 coun - safety systems that will help protect you and yo Farmington Hills , Michigan . tries and distributes them in 170 nations . passengers in the event of a sudden stop ae accident . We urge you to use the seat belts ev NISSAN vehicles are designed and manufac - NISSAN and its dealers indirectly employ about time you drive the vehicle . 60,000 Americans . tured by Nissan Motor Co . , Ltd . which was founded in Tokyo , Japan in 1933 , and NISSAN The NISSAN story of growth and bachievementrye NISSAN is also a substantial contributor to nnthep - i - yallsdesdri - affiliates world wide , collectively growing to be - reflects our major goal : to provide you , oulit Canadian economy . Nissan Canada Inc . , its arsuoxn customer , with a vehicle that is built with quann . come the fifth largest automaker in the world . In pliers and over 150 dealers employ vadappmpersianicaub and craftsmanship — a product that we caw addition to cars and trucks , NISSAN also makes mately 4,500 people . These include coeal proud to build and you can be proud to o textile machinery , forklift trucks , marine engines , employees and the staffs of NISSAN fesAdCanaNers boats and other products . across Canada . In addition , manyNISSdacilitio NISSAN has made a substantial and mgrowingheinest work for companies that supplyls investment in North America , starting with ot.mo NISSAN dealers with materia anfpply opening of Nissan Motor Corporation U.S.As ranging from the operation of portu 1960 and continuing with the production ofs transportation services , to the s l cars and trucks at one of the world ’ cants , parts and accessories . 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 . However , if there is something that your The Consumer Affairs Department will ask tion on the left at : NISSAN dealer cannot assist you with or for the following information : For U.S . mainland and Alaska customers you would like to provide NISSAN directly — Your name , address , and telephone Nissan North America , Inc . with comments or questions , please con - number Consumer Affairs Department tact the NISSAN Consumer Affairs Depart - P.O . Box 191 — Vehicle identification number ( on dash - ment using our toll - free number : Gardena , California 90248 - 0191 board ) For U.S . mainland customers For Hawaii customers — Date of purchase 1 - 800 - NISSAN - 1 Nissan Motor Corporation in Hawaii — Current odometer reading ( 1 - 800 - 647 - 7261 ) 2880 Kilihau St . Honolulu , Hawaii 96819 — Your NISSAN dealer’s name For Hawaii customers For Canada customers ( 808 ) 836 - 0888 ( Oahu Number ) — Your comments or questions Nissan Canada Inc . OR For Canada customers 5290 Orbitor Drive 1 - 800 - 387 - 0122 You can write to NISSAN with the informa - Mississauga , Ontario L4W 4Z5 We appreciate your interest in NISSAN and thank you for buying a quality NISSAN vehicle . Z X
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Seats , restraints and supplemental air bag systems Table ofts 1 Conten Instruments and controls 2 Pre - driving checks and adjustments 3 Heater , air conditioner and audio systems 4 Starting and driving 5 In case of emergency 6 Appearance and care 7 Do - it - yourself 8 Maintenance 9 Technical and consumer information 10 Index 11
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1 Seats , restraints and supplemental air bag systems Child safety . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 - 18 Front seats . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 - 2 Seat adjustment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 - 3 Pregnant women . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 - 18 Head restraints . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 - 6 Injured persons . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 - 18 Rear seat . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 - 7 Three - point type with retractor . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 - 19 Supplemental restraint system ( air bag Two - point type without retractor ( rear center system ) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 - 9 lap belt ) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 - 22 Supplemental air bag system . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 - 12 Seat belt extenders . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 - 24 Warning labels . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 - 14 Seat belt maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 - 24 Supplemental air bag warning light . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 - 14 Child restraints . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 - 24 Seat belts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 - 16 Top strap child restraint . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 - 33 Precautions on seat belt usage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 - 16 Z X
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FRONT SEATS ARS1131 c For most effective protection when WARNING the vehicle is in motion , the seat c Do not ride in a moving vehicle when should be upright . Always sit well the seatback is reclined . This can be back in the seat and adjust the seat dangerous . The shoulder belt will properly . See ‘ ‘ Precautions on Seat not be against your body . In an acci - Belt Usage ’ ’ later in this chapter . dent you could be thrown into it and receive neck or other serious inju - ries . You could also slide under the lap belt and receive serious internal injuries . 1 - 2 Seats , restraints and supplemental air bag systems Z X
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SEAT ADJUSTMENT Manual 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 . ARS1222 ARS1223 Forward and backward Reclining Pull the lever up while you slide the seat To recline the seatback , pull the lever up forward or backward to the desired position . and lean back . To bring the seatback for - Release the lever to lock the seat in posi - ward again , pull the lever and move your - tion . body forward . The seatback moves forward . Seats , restraints and supplemental air bag systems 1 - 3 Z X
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Reclining Move the recline switch backward until the desired angle is obtained . To bring the seatback forward again , move the switch forward and move your body forward . The seatback will move forward . ARS1019 Power ( if so equipped ) Operating Tips WARNING c The motor has an auto - reset overload protection circuit . If the motor stops dur - Do not adjust the driver’s seat while c ing operation , wait 30 seconds , then re - driving in order that full attention may be given to the driving operation . activate the switch . c Do not leave children unattended in - c Do not operate the power support seat side the vehicle . They could unknow - for a long period of time when the engine ingly activate switches or controls . is off . This will discharge the battery . Unattended children could become Forward and backward adjustment involved in serious accidents . Moving the switch forward or backward will slide the seat forward or backward to the desired position . 1 - 4 Seats , restraints and supplemental air bag systems Z X
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ARS1018 ARS1035 Seat lifter Lumbar support ( If so equipped ) Push the front or rear end of the switch up or The lumbar support feature provides lower down to adjust the angle and height of the back support to the driver . Move the lever seat cushion . up or down to adjust the seat lumbar area . Seats , restraints and supplemental air bag systems 1 - 5 Z X
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PD1319 ARS1130 Adjust the head restraints so the top is level HEAD RESTRAINTS with the tops of your ears . To raise the head restraint , pull it up . To lower , push the lock knob and push the head restraint down . WARNING Head restraints should be adjusted properly as they may provide significant protection against injury in an accident . Do not remove them . Check the adjust - ment after someone else uses the seat . 1 - 6 Seats , restraints and supplemental air bag systems Z X
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REAR SEAT c Closely supervise children when they are around cars to prevent them from playing and becoming locked in the trunk where they could be seriously injured . Keep the car locked , with the rear seat back se - curely latched , when not in use , and prevent children’s access to car keys . PD1177M Interior trunk access c Properly secure all cargo to help prevent it from sliding or shifting . Do ( if so equipped ) not place cargo higher than the seat - The trunk can be accessed from the rear backs . In a sudden stop or collision , seat for loading and unloading , as shown . unsecured cargo could cause per - sonal injury . WARNING c When returning seatbacks to the up - c Never allow anyone to ride in the right position , be certain they are luggage area or on the rear seat completely secured in the latched when it is in the fold - down position . position . If they are not completely Use of these areas by passengers secured in the latched position , pas - without proper restraints could re - sengers may be injured in an acci - sult in serious injury in an accident dent or sudden stop . or sudden stop . Seats , restraints and supplemental air bag systems 1 - 7 Z X
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ARS1020 Center armrest ( if so equipped ) Pull the armrest forward until it is horizontal . 1 - 8 Seats , restraints and supplemental air bag systems Z X
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SUPPLEMENTAL RESTRAINT SYSTEM ( AIR BAG SYSTEM ) This Supplemental Restraint System section contains important information concerning the driver and passenger supplemental air bags . The Supplemental Restraint System Air Bag can help reduce impact force to the driver and to the front passenger in certain frontal collisions . The supplemental air bags are designed to supplement the crash pro - tection provided by the driver and front pas - senger seat belts and are not a substitute for them . The seat belts should always be correctly worn and the driver and front pas - senger seated a suitable distance away from ARS1132 the steering wheel and instrument panel . ( See ‘ ‘ Seat belts ’ ’ for instructions and precau - away as practical from the steering c The seat belts and the supplemental tions on seat belt usage later in this section . ) wheel or instrument panel . Always air bags are most effective when you The supplemental air bags operate only use the seatbelts . are sitting back and upright in the when the ignition switch is in the ON or seat . Supplemental air bags inflate c Keep hands on the outside of the START position . with great force . If you are unre - steering wheel . Placing them inside strained , leaning forward , sitting WARNING the steering wheel rim could increase sideways or out of position in any the risk that they are injured when the c The supplemental air bags ordinarily way , you are at greater risk of injury supplemental air bag inflates . will not inflate in the event of a side or death in a crash and may also impact , rear impact , roll over , or receive serious or fatal injuries from lower severity frontal collision . Al - the supplemental air bag if you are up ways wear your seat belts to help against it when it inflates . Always sit reduce the risk or severity of injury back against the seatback and as far in various kinds of accidents . Seats , restraints and supplemental air bag systems 1 - 9 Z X
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ARS1133 ARS1041 ARS1042 1 - 10 Seats , restraints and supplemental air bag systems Z X
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WARNING c Never let children ride unrestrained . Do not attempt to hold them in your lap or arms . Some examples of dan - gerous riding positions are shown in the previous illustrations . c Children may be severely injured or killed when the supplemental air bag inflates if they are not properly re - strained . c Never install a rear - facing child re - straint in the front seat . An inflating ARS1045 ARS1043 supplemental air bag could seri - ously injure or kill your child . See ‘ ‘ Child Restraints ’ ’ later in this sec - tion for details . ARS1044 ARS1046 Seats , restraints and supplemental air bag systems 1 - 11 Z X
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SUPPLEMENTAL AIR BAG SYSTEM choking . Those with a history of breathing trouble should get fresh air promptly . The supplemental air bags , along with the use of seat belts , help to cushion the impact force on the face and chest of the occupant . They can help save lives and reduce seri - ous injuries . However , an inflating supple - mental air bag may cause facial abrasions or other injuries . Supplemental air bags do not provide restraint to the lower body . Seat belts should be correctly worn and the driver and passenger seated upright as far APD0530 as practical away from the steering wheel or instrument panel . Since the supplemental air The driver supplemental air bag is located in signed to inflate in higher severity frontal bags inflate quickly in order to help protect the center of the steering wheel . The front collisions , although it may inflate if the the front occupants , the force of the supple - passenger supplemental air bag is mounted in forces in another type of collision are similar mental air bag inflating can increase the risk the dashboard above the glove box . to those of a higher severity frontal impact . It of injury if the occupant is too close to or is may not inflate in certain frontal collisions . against the supplemental air bag module These systems are designed to meet op - Vehicle damage ( or lack of it ) is not always during inflation . tional certification requirements under U.S . an indication of proper supplemental air bag regulations . They are also permitted in The supplemental air bags deflate quickly system operation . Canada . The optional certification allows air after a collision . bags to be designed to inflate somewhat When the supplemental air bag inflates , a The supplemental air bags operate only less forcefully than previously . However , all fairly loud noise may be heard , followed by when the ignition switch is in the ON or of the information , cautions and warn - the release of smoke . This smoke is not START position . ings in this manual still apply and must harmful and does not indicate a fire , but be followed . care should be taken not to unintentionally The supplemental air bag system is de - inhale it , as it may cause irritation and 1 - 12 Seats , restraints and supplemental air bag systems Z X
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When selling your vehicle , we request that WARNING Tampering with the supplemental air c you inform the buyer about the supple - bag system may result in serious per - c Do not place any objects on the steer - mental air bag system and guide the buyer sonal injury . Tampering includes ing wheel pad or on the instrument to the appropriate sections in this owner’s changes to the steering wheel and the panel . Also , do not place any objects manual . instrument panel assembly by placing between any occupant and the steer - material over the steering wheel pad ing wheel or instrument panel . Such and above the dashboard , or by install - objects may become dangerous pro - ing additional trim material around the jectiles and cause injury if the supple - supplemental air bag system . mental air bag inflates . c Work around and on the supplemen - c Right after inflation , several supple - tal air bag system should be done by mental air bag system components an authorized NISSAN dealer . Instal - will be hot . Do not touch them ; you lation of electrical equipment should may severely burn yourself . also be done by an authorized NIS - c No unauthorized changes should be SAN dealer . The yellow SRS wiring made to any components or wiring of should not be modified or discon - the supplemental air bag system . This nected . Unauthorized electrical test is to prevent accidental inflation of equipment and probing devices the supplemental air bag or damage should not be used on the supple - to the supplemental air bag system . mental air bag system . c Do not make unauthorized changes c The SRS wiring harnesses are cov - to your vehicle’s electrical system , ered with yellow insulation either suspension system or front end just before the harness connectors structure . This could affect proper or over the complete harness for operation of the supplemental air easy identification . bag system . Seats , restraints and supplemental air bag systems 1 - 13 Z X
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WARNING LABELS SUPPLEMENTAL AIR BAG WARNING LIGHT APD0513 APD0523 Warning labels about the supplemental air The supplemental air bag warning light , bag system are placed in the vehicle as displaying in the instrument panel , shown in the illustration . monitors the circuits of the supplemental air bag system . The circuits monitored by the supplemental air bag warning light are the diagnosis sensor unit , supplemental air bag modules and all related wiring . When the ignition key is in the ON or START position , the supplemental air bag warning light illuminates for about 7 seconds and then turns off . This means the system is operational . 1 - 14 Seats , restraints and supplemental air bag systems Z X
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If any of the following conditions occur , the nated after inflation has occurred . Repair c The supplemental air bag system and replacement of the supplemental air supplemental air bag needs servicing : should be inspected by an autho - bag system should be done only by an rized NISSAN dealer if there is any 1 . The supplemental air bag warning light 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 . supplemental air bag system must be c If you need to dispose of a supple - 2 . The supplemental air bag warning light inspected 10 years after the date of mental air bag or scrap the vehicle , flashes intermittently or remains on . manufacture as noted on the certifica - contact an authorized NISSAN tion label located on the driver side front dealer . Correct supplemental air bag 3 . The supplemental air bag warning light pillar . disposal procedures are set forth in does not come on at all . the appropriate NISSAN Service When maintenance work is required on the Under these conditions , the supplemental Manual . Incorrect disposal proce - vehicle , the supplemental air bag system restraint system air bag may not operate dures could cause personal injury . and related parts should be pointed out to properly . It must be checked and repaired . the person conducting the maintenance . Take your vehicle to the nearest authorized The ignition key should always be in the NISSAN dealer . LOCK position when working under the hood or inside the vehicle . WARNING If the supplemental air bag warning WARNING light is on , it could mean that the c Once the supplemental air bag in - supplemental air bag system will not flates , the supplemental air bag operate in an accident . module will not function again and should be replaced by an authorized NISSAN dealer . The supplemental air Repair and replacement procedure bag module cannot be repaired . The supplemental air bag modules are de - signed to inflate on a one - time - only basis . As a reminder , unless it is damaged , the supplemental air bag light remains illumi - Seats , restraints and supplemental air bag systems 1 - 15 Z X
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SEAT BELTS ARS1134 ARS1049 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 If you are wearing your seat belt properly under your arm or across your neck . all times . Children should be prop - adjusted , your chances of being injured or The belt should be away from your erly restrained and , if appropriate , in killed in an accident and / or the severity of face and neck , but not falling off your a child restraint . injury may be greatly reduced . NISSAN shoulder . strongly encourages you and all of your c The belt should be properly adjusted c Position the lap belt as low and snug passengers to buckle up every time you to a snug fit . Failure to do so may as possible AROUND THE HIPS , drive , even if your seating position includes reduce the effectiveness of the entire NOT THE WAIST . A lap belt worn too a supplemental air bag . restraint system and increase the high could increase the risk of inter - chance or severity of injury in an acci - Most U.S . states and all Canadian prov - nal injuries in an accident . dent . Serious injury or death can occur inces and territories , require that seat belts if the seat belt is not worn properly . be worn at all times when a vehicle is being driven . 1 - 16 Seats , restraints and supplemental air bag systems Z X
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All seat belt assemblies including c retractors and attaching hardware should be inspected after any colli - sion by an authorized NISSAN dealer . NISSAN recommends that all seat belt assemblies in use during a collision be replaced unless the col - lision was minor and the belts show no damage and continue to operate properly . Seat belt assemblies not in use during a collision should also be inspected and replaced if either dam - age or improper operation is noted . ARS1047 ARS1050 c Be sure the seat belt tongue is se - c If the seat belt warning light glows curely fastened to the proper buckle . continuously while the ignition is turned ON with all doors closed and c Do not wear the belt inside out or all seat belts fastened , it may indi - twisted . Doing so may reduce its cate a malfunction in the system . effectiveness . Have the system checked by an au - c Do not allow more than one person thorized NISSAN dealer . to use the same belt . c Never carry more people in the ve - hicle than there are seat belts . Seats , restraints and supplemental air bag systems 1 - 17 Z X
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NISSAN recommends that all preteens and der belt is properly positioned across the CHILD SAFETY children be restrained in the rear seat if top , middle portion of the shoulder and the Children need adults to help protect them . possible . According to accident statistics , lap belt is low on the hips . The booster seat They need to be properly restrained . children are safer when properly restrained should fit the vehicle seat and have a label in the rear seat than in the front seat . This The proper restraint depends on the child’s certifying that it complies with Federal Motor is especially important because your ve - size . Generally , infants up to about 1 year Vehicle Safety Standards or Canadian Mo - hicle has a supplemental restraint system and less than 20 pounds , ( 9 kg ) should be tor Vehicle Safety Standards . Once the ( Air bag system ) for the front passenger . placed in rear facing child restraints . Forward child has grown so the shoulder belt is no See ‘ ‘ Supplemental restraint system ’ ’ ear - facing child restraints are available for chil - longer on or near the face and neck , use the lier in this section . dren who outgrow rear facing child restraints . shoulder belt without the booster seat . Infants and small children WARNING WARNING NISSAN recommends that infants and small Infants and children need special pro - Never let a child stand or kneel on any children be placed in child restraints that tection . The vehicle’s seat belts may seat and do not allow a child in the comply with Federal Motor Vehicle Safety not fit them properly . The shoulder belt cargo areas while the vehicle is mov - Standards or Canadian Motor Vehicle may come too close to the face or neck . ing . The child could be seriously in - Safety Standards . You should choose a The lap belt may not fit over their small jured or killed in an accident . child restraint that fits your vehicle and hip bones . In an accident , an improp - always follow the manufacturer’s instruc - erly fitting seat belt could cause seri - tions for installation and use . PREGNANT WOMEN ous or fatal injury . Always use appro - NISSAN recommends that pregnant women Larger children priate child restraints . use seat belts . Contact your doctor for spe - Children who are too large for child re - cific recommendations . The lap belt should All U.S . states and Canadian provinces or straints should be seated and restrained by be worn snug and positioned as low as territories require the use of approved child the seat belts which are provided . possible around the hips , not the waist . restraints for infants and small children . See If the child’s seating position has a shoulder ‘ ‘ Child Restraints ’ ’ later in this section . INJURED PERSONS belt that fits close to the face or neck , the In addition , there are many types of child use of a booster seat ( commercially avail - NISSAN recommends that injured persons restraints available for larger children which able ) may help overcome this . The booster use seat belts . Check with your doctor for should be used for maximum protection . seat should raise the child so that the shoul - specific recommendations . 1 - 18 Seats , restraints and supplemental air bag systems Z X
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ARS1051 ARS1053 ARS1052 c Do not ride in a moving vehicle when THREE - POINT TYPE WITH Fastening the seat belt the seatback is reclined . This can be RETRACTOR 1 . Adjust the seat . dangerous . The shoulder belt will not WARNING 2 . Slowly pull the seat belt out of the retrac - be against your body . In an accident tor and insert the tongue into the buckle you could be thrown into it and re - c Every person who drives or rides in until it clicks . ceive neck or other serious injuries . this vehicle should use a seat belt at You could also slide under the lap belt all times . The retractor is designed to lock during and receive serious internal injuries . a sudden stop or on impact . A slow pulling motion permits the seat belt to c For most effective protection when move , and allows you some freedom of the vehicle is in motion , the seat movement in the seat . should be upright . Always sit well back in the seat and adjust the seat belt properly . Seats , restraints and supplemental air bag systems 1 - 19 Z X
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tracted , the seat belt is in the emergency locking mode . See ‘ ‘ Child Restraints ’ ’ later in this section for more information . The automatic locking mode should be used only for child restraint installation . During normal seat belt use by a passen - ger , the locking mode should not be activated . If it is activated it may cause uncomfortable seat belt tension . ARS1077 ARS1054 3 . Position the lap belt portion low and Unfastening the seat belts snug on the hips as shown . To unfasten the seat belt , press the button 4 . Pull the shoulder belt portion toward the on the buckle . The seat belt automatically retractor to take up extra slack . retracts . The front passenger side seat belt and rear three - point seat belts have a cinching mechanism for child restraint installation . It is referred to as the automatic locking mode . When automatic locking mode is activated the seat belt cannot be withdrawn further until the seat belt tongue is detached from the buckle and fully retracted . Once re - 1 - 20 Seats , restraints and supplemental air bag systems Z X
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Checking seat belt operation WARNING ( Three - point type seat belt with re - c After adjustment , release the adjust - tractor ) ment button and try to move the shoulder belt anchor up and down to Seat belt retractors are designed to lock make sure it is securely fixed in seat belt movement using two separate position . methods : c The shoulder belt anchor height 1 ) When the seat belt is pulled quickly from should be adjusted to the position the retractor . best for you . Failure to do so may reduce the effectiveness of the en - 2 ) When the vehicle slows down rapidly . tire restraint system and increase To increase your confidence in the seat the chance or severity of injury in an belts , check their operation as follows . accident . APD1013 c Grasp the shoulder belt and pull quickly Shoulder belt height adjustment forward . The retractor should lock and ( For front seats ) restrict further belt movement . If the retractor does not lock during this The shoulder belt anchor height should be check or if you have any questions about adjusted to the position best for you . ( See belt operation , see an authorized NISSAN ‘ ‘ Precautions on seat belt usage ’ ’ earlier in dealer . this section . ) To adjust , pull out the adjust - ment button and move the shoulder belt anchor to the desired position , so the belt passes over the center of the shoulder . The belt should be away from your face and neck , but not falling off of your shoulder . Release the adjustment button to lock the shoulder belt anchor into position . Seats , restraints and supplemental air bag systems 1 - 21 Z X
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APD0104 ARS1055 ARS1115 2 . Tighten the belt by pulling the free end of TWO - POINT TYPE WITHOUT Fastening the seat belts the belt away from the tongue , then pull RETRACTOR ( rear center lap belt ) 1 . Insert the tongue into the buckle until it the belt clip to take up the slack . clicks . Both the tongue and the buckle Selecting the correct set of seat are marked CENTER . belts The center seat belt buckle and tongue are identified by the word CENTER . The center seat belt tongue can be fastened only into the center seat belt buckle . 1 - 22 Seats , restraints and supplemental air bag systems Z X
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ARS1076 ARS1057 ARS1058 3 . Position the lap belt low and snug on 4 . Loosen the belt by holding the tongue at Unfastening the belt the hips as illustrated . a right angle to the belt , then pull on the To unfasten the seat belt , press the button belt . on the buckle . Seats , restraints and supplemental air bag systems 1 - 23 Z X
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CHILD RESTRAINTS SEAT BELT EXTENDERS SEAT BELT MAINTENANCE WARNING c Infants and small children should If , because of body size or driving position , c To clean the seat belt webbings , apply always be placed in an appropriate it is not possible to properly fit the lap - a mild soap solution or any solution rec - child restraint while riding in the ve - shoulder belt and fasten it , an extender is ommended for cleaning upholstery or hicle . Failure to use a child restraint available which is compatible with the in - carpet . Then wipe with a cloth and allow can result in serious injury or death . stalled seat belts . The extender adds ap - the seat belts to dry in the shade . Do not proximately 8 inches ( 200 mm ) of length allow the seat belts to retract until they c Infants and small children should and may be used for either the driver or front are completely dry . never be carried on your lap . It is not passenger seating position . See your NIS - possible for even the strongest adult c If dirt builds up on the shoulder belt SAN dealer for assistance if an extender is to resist the forces of a severe acci - guide of the seat belt anchors , the seat required . dent . The child could be crushed belts may retract slowly . Wipe the shoul - between the adult and parts of the der belt guide with a clean , dry cloth . WARNING vehicle . Also , do not put the same c Periodically check to see that the seat seat belt around both your child and c Only NISSAN seat belt extenders , belt and the metal components , such yourself . made by the same company which as buckles , tongues , retractors , flexible made the original equipment seat c Never install a rear - facing child re - wires and anchors , work properly . If belts , should be used with NISSAN straint in the front seat . An inflating loose parts , deterioration , cuts or other seat belts . supplemental air bag could seri - damage on the webbing is found , the ously injure or kill your child . A rear - c Persons who can use the standard entire seat belt assembly should be re - facing child restraint must only be seat belt should not use an extender . placed . used in the rear seat . Such unnecessary use could result in serious personal injury in the c Nissan recommends that the child event of an accident . restraint be installed in the rear seat . According to accident statistics , children are safer when properly re - strained in the rear seat than in the front seat . 1 - 24 Seats , restraints and supplemental air bag systems Z X
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All U.S . states and provinces of Canada c After attaching the child restraint , c An improperly installed child re - require that infants and small children be test it before you place the child in it . straint could lead to serious injury or restrained in approved child restraints at Tilt it from side to side . Try to tug it death in an accident . all times while the vehicle is being forward and check to see if the belt c In general , child restraints are de - operated . holds the restraint in place . If the signed to be installed with a lap belt restraint is not secure , tighten the or the lap portion of a three - point WARNING belt as necessary , or put the restraint type seat belt . c Improper use of a child restraint can in another seat and test it again . result in increased injuries for both Child restraints for infants and children of c For a front - facing child restraint , if the infant or child and other occu - various sizes are offered by several manu - the seat position where it is installed pants in the vehicle . facturers . When selecting any child restraint , has a three - point type lap / shoulder c Follow all of the child restraint manu - keep the following points in mind : belt , check to make sure the shoul - facturer’s instructions for installa - der belt does not go in front of the 1 ) Choose only a restraint with a label cer - tion and use . When purchasing a child’s face or neck . If it does , put tifying that it complies with Federal Motor child restraint , be sure to select one the shoulder belt behind the child Vehicle Safety Standard 213 or Cana - which will fit your child and vehicle . restraint . If you must install a front - dian Motor Vehicle Safety Standard 213 . It may not be possible to properly facing child restraint in the front 2 ) Check the child restraint in your vehicle install some types of child restraints seat , see ‘ ‘ Installation on front pas - to be sure it is compatible with the vehi - in your vehicle . senger seat ’ ’ later in this section for cle’s seat and seat belt system . Choose details . a child restraint that meets the guidelines c If the child restraint is not anchored of the Society of Automotive Engineers properly , the risk of a child being c When your child restraint is not in recommended practice J1819 for child injured in a collision or a sudden use , keep it secured with a seat belt to restraint installation . stop greatly increases . prevent it from being thrown around 3 ) If the child restraint is compatible with in case of a sudden stop or accident . c Adjustable seatbacks should be po - your vehicle , place your child in the child sitioned to fit the child restraint , but restraint and check the various adjust - as upright as possible . ments to be sure the child restraint is compatible with your child . Always follow all recommended procedures . Seats , restraints and supplemental air bag systems 1 - 25 Z X
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CAUTION c Remember that a child restraint left in a closed vehicle can become very hot . Check the seating surface and buckles before placing your child in the child restraint . ARS1059 ARS1060 2 . Route the seat belt tongue through the Front facing installation on rear seat child restraint and insert it into the buckle Center lap belt until you hear and feel the latch engage . Be sure to follow the child restraint manu - When you install a child restraint in a rear facturer’s instructions for belt routing . center seat , follow these steps : 1 . Position the child restraint on the seat as illustrated . Always follow the restraint manufacturer’s instructions . 1 - 26 Seats , restraints and supplemental air bag systems Z X
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ARS1061 ARS1062 ARS1063 3 . Remove all slack in the lap belt for a very 4 . Before placing the child in the child re - Rear facing installation on rear seat tight fit by pulling forcefully on the lap belt straint , use force to tilt the child restraint Center lap belt adjustment . from side to side , and tug it forward to make sure it is securely held in place . When you install a child restraint in a rear center seat , follow these steps : 5 . If it is not secure , try to tighten the belt again , or put the restraint in another seat . 1 . Position the child restraint on the seat as illustrated . Always follow the restraint 6 . Check to make sure the child restraint is manufacturer’s instructions . properly secured prior to each use . Seats , restraints and supplemental air bag systems 1 - 27 Z X
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ARS1064 ARS1065 ARS1066 2 . Route the seat belt tongue through the 3 . Remove all slack in the lap belt for a very 4 . Before placing the child in the child re - child restraint and insert it into the buckle tight fit by pulling forcefully on the lap belt straint , use force to tilt the child restraint until you hear and feel the latch engage . adjustment . from side to side , and tug it forward to Be sure to follow the child restraint manu - make sure it is securely held in place . facturer’s instructions for belt routing . 5 . If it is not secure , try to tighten the belt again , or put the restraint in another seat . 6 . Check to make sure the child restraint is properly secured prior to each use . 1 - 28 Seats , restraints and supplemental air bag systems Z X
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Front facing installation on rear out - board seating positions WARNING c The three - point seat belt in your ve - hicle is equipped with an automatic locking mode retractor which must be used when installing a child re - straint . c Failure to do so will result in the child restraint not being properly se - cured . It could tip over or otherwise be unsecured and cause injury to the ARS1032 ARS1068 child in a sudden stop or collision . When you install a child restraint in a rear 2 . Route the seat belt tongue through the outboard seat , follow these steps : child restraint and insert it into the buckle until you hear and feel the latch engage . 1 . Position the child restraint on the seat . Be sure to follow the child restraint manu - Always follow the restraint manufactur - facturer’s instructions for seat belt rout - er’s instructions . ing . Seats , restraints and supplemental air bag systems 1 - 29 Z X
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ARS1031 ARS1078 ARS1067 4 . Allow the belt to retract . Pull up on the 5 . Before placing the child in the child re - 3 . Pull on the shoulder belt until all of the belt to remove any slack in the belt . belt is fully extended . At this time , the belt straint , use force to tilt the child restraint retractor is in the automatic locking mode from side to side , and tug it forward to ( child restraint mode ) . It reverts back to make sure it is securely held in place . emergency locking mode when the belt is 6 . Check that the retractor is in the automatic fully retracted . 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 belt is not locked , repeat steps 3 through 6 . After the child restraint is removed and the 1 - 30 Seats , restraints and supplemental air bag systems Z X
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seat belt is fully retracted , the automatic locking mode ( child restraint mode ) is can - celed . Rear facing installation on rear out - board seating positions WARNING c The three - point seat belt in your ve - hicle is equipped with an automatic locking mode retractor which must be used when installing a child re - straint . ARS1069 ARS1070 c Failure to do so will result in the child restraint not being properly se - When you install a child restraint in a rear 2 . Route the seat belt tongue through the cured . It could tip over or otherwise outboard seat , follow these steps : child restraint and insert it into the buckle be unsecured and cause injury to the until you hear and feel the latch engage . 1 . Position the child restraint on the seat . child in a sudden stop or collision . Be sure to follow the child restraint manu - Always follow the restraint manufactur - facturer’s instructions for seat belt rout - er’s instructions . ing . Seats , restraints and supplemental air bag systems 1 - 31 Z X
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ARS1033 ARS1071 ARS1072 4 . Allow the belt to retract . Pull up on the 5 . Before placing the child in the child re - 3 . Pull on the shoulder belt until all of the belt to remove any slack in the belt . belt is fully extended . At this time , the belt straint , use force to tilt the child restraint retractor is in the automatic locking mode from side to side , and tug it forward to ( child restraint mode ) . It reverts back to make sure it is securely held in place . emergency locking mode when the belt is 6 . Check that the retractor is in the automatic fully retracted . 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 belt is not locked , repeat steps 3 through 6 . After the child restraint is removed and the 1 - 32 Seats , restraints and supplemental air bag systems Z X
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seat belt is fully retracted , the automatic the anchor bracket , a metric bolt of the locking mode ( child restraint mode ) is can - dimensions listed below must be used : celed . Bolt diameter : 8.0 mm Bolt length : at least 1.18 in ( 30 mm ) Thread pitch : 1.25 mm Secure the top strap to the attaching bolt which provides the straightest installation of the top strap . WARNING Child restraint anchor points are de - signed to withstand only those loads ARS1015 imposed by correctly fitted child re - straints . Under no circumstances are TOP STRAP CHILD RESTRAINT they to be used for adult seat belts or harnesses . If your child restraint has a top strap , it must be secured to the provided anchor point . Anchor bracket hardware must be installed . The top strap anchor bracket hardware is available through an authorized NISSAN dealer . U.S . Part # 88894 - 89900 Canadian Part # 88894 - 89902 Secure the child restraint with the center lap belt or the lap portion of an outboard Three - point belt and latch the top strap hook onto the appropriate anchor bracket . To install Seats , restraints and supplemental air bag systems 1 - 33 Z X
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material . There are pre - cut circles at each anchor point location that should break away from the shelf support mate - rial when pressure is applied to them . Remove the bolt after you feel the pre - cut circle separate from the shelf support material . 2 . Cut a small slit through the parcel shelf fabric at the anchor point location . Reach through the fabric with a tool such as a pair of needle - nose pliers and remove the pre - cut circle in the parcel shelf sup - port material . ARS1014 3 . Install the bolt through the top strap hook Anchor point locations and into the anchor point nut . Anchor points are located under the rear 4 . Be sure to follow all of the instructions that accompany the top strap attaching parcel shelf finisher . hardware . To use attaching hardware for child re - straints with top straps , follow these instruc - tions carefully : 1 . Open the trunk and find the anchor point nuts on the underside of the rear parcel shelf . Thread a bolt ( 8.0 mm diameter , 1.25 pitch ) up through the nut behind the seating position where the child restraint will be installed and use it to break through the rear parcel shelf support 1 - 34 Seats , restraints and supplemental air bag systems 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 seat could tip over or otherwise be unse - cured and cause injury to the child in a sudden stop or collision . ARS1135 Installation on front passenger seat However , if you must install a forward - facing child restraint in the WARNING front passenger seat , move the pas - c Never install a rear - facing child re - senger seat to the rear most position . straint in the front passenger seat . c A child restraint with a top strap Supplemental air bags inflate with should not be used in the front pas - great force . A rear - facing child re - senger seat . straint could be struck by the supple - c The three - point seat belt in your ve - mental air bag in a crash and could hicle is equipped with an automatic seriously injure or kill your child . locking mode retractor which must c NISSAN recommends that child re - be used when installing a child re - straints be installed in the rear seat . straint . Seats , restraints and supplemental air bag systems 1 - 35 Z X
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ARS1036 ARS1073 ARS1034 2 . Route the seat belt tongue through the 3 . Pull on the shoulder belt until all of the If you must install a child restraint in the front child restraint and insert it into the buckle belt is fully extended . At this time , the belt seat , follow these steps : until you hear and feel the latch engage . retractor is in the automatic locking mode 1 . Position the child restraint on the front ( child restraint mode ) . It reverts back to Be sure to follow the child restraint manu - passenger seat . It should be placed in emergency locking mode when the belt is facturer’s instructions for belt routing . a forward - facing direction only . Move fully retracted . the seat to the rear most position . Always follow the child restraint manufacturer’s instructions . Child restraints for infants must be used in the rear - facing direc - tion and therefore must not be used in the front seat . 1 - 36 Seats , restraints and supplemental air bag systems Z X
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After the child restraint is removed and the seat belt is fully retracted , the automatic locking mode ( child restraint mode ) is can - celed . ARS1074 ARS1079 4 . Allow the seat belt to retract . Pull up on 5 . Before placing the child in the child re - the seat belt to remove any slack in the straint , use force to tilt the child restraint belt . from side to side , and tug it forward to make sure it is securely held in place . 6 . Check that the retractor is in the auto - matic locking mode by trying to pull more seat belt out of the retractor . If you can - not pull any more seat belt webbing out of the retractor , the seat belt is in the automatic locking mode . 7 . Check to make sure the child restraint is properly secured prior to each use . If the lap belt is not locked , repeat steps 3 through 6 . Seats , restraints and supplemental air bag systems 1 - 37 Z X
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2 Instruments and controls Hazard warning flasher switch . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2 - 14 Meters and gauges . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2 - 2 Cigarette lighter ( accessory ) and ash tray . . . . . . . . . . . 2 - 15 Speedometer and odometer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2 - 3 Cup holder . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2 - 16 Tachometer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2 - 3 Power windows . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2 - 17 Engine coolant temperature gauge and fuel gauge . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2 - 4 Automatic power window switch . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2 - 17 Warning / indicator lights and chimes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2 - 5 Passenger power windows . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2 - 18 Theft warning ( if so equipped ) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2 - 9 Sunroof ( if so equipped ) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2 - 18 Windshield wiper and washer switch . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2 - 11 If the sunroof does not close . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2 - 19 Rear window defogger switch . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2 - 11 Storage compartment for garage door transmitter ( if so equipped ) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2 - 20 Headlight and turn signal switch . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2 - 12 Interior light . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2 - 21 Daytime running light system ( Canada only ) . . . . . . . 2 - 13 Map light ( if so equipped ) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2 - 22 Instrument brightness control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2 - 13 Trunk light . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2 - 22 Front fog light switch ( if so equipped ) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2 - 14 Z X
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SPEEDOMETER AND TACHOMETER ODOMETER IC1261 AIC0076 The tachometer indicates engine speed in Speedometer revolutions per minute ( r / min ) . The speedometer indicates vehicle speed . CAUTION Odometer When engine speed approaches the 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 . Trip odometer The trip odometer records the distance of individual trips . Before each trip , set the trip odometer to zero by pushing the reset but - ton . Instruments and controls 2 - 3 Z X
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ENGINE COOLANT TEMPERATURE GAUGE AND FUEL GAUGE CAUTION CAUTION c If the gauge indicates engine coolant c If the vehicle is driven with the fuel temperature over the normal range , level very low , the malfunction indi - stop the vehicle as soon as safely cator light may come on . Refuel as possible . If the engine is overheated , soon as possible . After driving for a continued operation of the vehicle while , the light should remain off . If may seriously damage the engine . the light remains on , have the ve - See the ‘ ‘ In case of emergency ’ ’ sec - hicle inspected by an authorized tion for immediate action required . NISSAN dealer . c For additional information , see the ‘ ‘ Malfunction indicator light ( MIL ) ’ ’ Fuel gauge later in this section . AIC0077 The gauge indicates the approximate fuel level in the tank . Engine coolant temperature gauge The gauge may move slightly during brak - The gauge indicates the engine coolant ing , turning , acceleration , or going up or temperature . down hills . The engine coolant temperature varies with The gauge needle remains in approximately the outside air temperature and driving con - the same position even when the ignition ditions . key is turned to OFF . The warning indicator light comes on when the amount of fuel in the tank is getting low . Refill the fuel tank before the gauge registers E ( Empty ) . 2 - 4 Instruments and controls Z X
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WARNING / INDICATOR LIGHTS AND CHIMES or Brake warning light Seat belt warning light Engine oil pressure warning light Low washer fluid warning light Turn signal / hazard indicator lights CRUISE indicator light ( Canada only ) High beam indicator light or Anti - lock brake warning light Supplemental air bag warning light Charge warning light Overdrive off indicator light Malfunction indicator light Door open warning light ( emission system ) system repaired promptly . Checking bulbs CAUTION Running the engine with the oil pressure Engine oil pressure warning Apply the parking brake and turn the ignition warning light on could cause serious key to ON without starting the engine . The light damage to the engine almost immedi - following lights come on : This light warns of low engine oil pressure . If ately . Turn off the engine as soon as it is , or , , , the light flickers or comes on during normal safe to do so . driving , pull off the road in a safe area , stop If the driver side seat belt is fastened the the engine immediately and call an autho - light will not come on . The following Charge warning light rized NISSAN dealer . lights come on briefly and then go off : If this light comes on while the engine is The oil pressure warning light is not or , , running , it may indicate a problem with the designed to indicate a low oil level . Use charging system . Turn the engine off and the dipstick to check the oil level . See If any light fails to come on , it may check the generator belt . If the belt is loose , ‘ ‘ Engine oil ’ ’ in the ‘ ‘ Do - it - yourself ’ ’ section . indicate a burned - out bulb or an open circuit in the electrical system . Have the Instruments and controls 2 - 5 Z X
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broken , or missing , or if the light remains on , Supplemental air bag WARNING see an authorized NISSAN dealer immedi - warning light If the supplemental air bag warning ately . light is on , it could mean that the When the ignition key is in the ON or START supplemental air bag will not operate in position , the supplemental air bag warning CAUTION an accident . light illuminates for about 7 seconds and Do not continue driving if the belt is then turns off . This means the system is loose , broken or missing . operational . Low washer fluid warning light ( Canada only ) If any of the following conditions occur , the Door open warning light supplemental air bag system needs servicing This light comes on when the washer fluid is and your vehicle must be taken to an autho - at a low level . Add washer fluid as neces - This light comes on when any of the doors sary . See the ‘ ‘ Do - it - yourself ’ ’ section . rized NISSAN dealer : are not closed securely while the ignition key is ON . 1 . The supplemental air bag warning light or Brake warning light does not come on and remain on for 7 Seat belt warning light and This light functions for both the parking seconds and then go off as described chime brake and the foot brake systems . above . The light and chime remind you to fasten When the ignition key is in the ON position , 2 . The supplemental air bag warning light seat belts . The light illuminates whenever the light comes on when the parking brake is flashes intermittently or remains on . the ignition key is turned to ON , and re - applied , and also warns of a low brake fluid mains illuminated until the driver’s seat belt 3 . The supplemental air bag warning light level . If the light comes on while the engine is fastened . At the same time , the chime does not come on at all . is running with the parking brake not applied , sounds for about seven seconds unless the stop the vehicle and perform the following : Unless checked and repaired , the supple - driver seat belt is securely fastened . mental restraint system ( air bag system ) 1 . Check the brake fluid level . Add brake Refer to ‘ ‘ Seat belts ’ ’ in the ‘ ‘ Seats , re - may not function properly . For additional fluid as necessary . See ‘ ‘ Brake and clutch details , see ‘ ‘ Supplemental restraint system ’ ’ straints and supplemental air bag systems ’ ’ fluid ’ ’ in the ‘ ‘ Do - it - yourself ’ ’ section of this in the ‘ ‘ Seats , restraints and supplemental owner’s manual . section for precautions on seat belt usage . air bag systems ’ ’ section . 2 - 6 Instruments and controls Z X
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2 . If the brake fluid level is correct , have the Have the brakes checked as soon as pos - Overdrive off indicator light brake system checked by an authorized sible if the warning sound is heard . ( Automatic transmission NISSAN dealer . models only ) or Anti - lock brake WARNING warning light This light comes on when the overdrive c Your brake system may not be work - ( if so equipped ) switch is pushed to the OFF position . ing properly if the warning light is on . If the light comes on while the engine is Driving could be dangerous . If you Turn signal / hazard indicator running , it may indicate something is wrong judge it to be safe , drive carefully to lights with the anti - lock portion of the brake sys - the nearest service station for repairs . tem . Have the system checked by an autho - Otherwise , have your vehicle towed . The appropriate light flashes when the turn rized NISSAN dealer . signal switch is activated . c Pressing the brake pedal with the engine stopped and / or low brake Turn off the engine , and start it again by Both lights flash when the hazard switch is fluid level may increase your stop - slowly turning the ignition key ( quickly turned on . ping distance and braking will re - doing so may cause the ABS light to stay quire greater pedal effort as well as High beam indicator light on when there is nothing wrong ) . If the greater pedal travel . light stays on , have the system checked This light comes on when the headlight high c If the brake fluid level is below the by an authorized NISSAN dealer . beam is on and goes out when the low minimum mark on the brake fluid beam is selected . If an abnormality occurs in the system , the reservoir , do not drive until the brake anti - lock function ceases , but the regular system has been checked at a NIS - The high beam indicator light also comes on braking system continues to operate . SAN dealer . when the passing signal is activated . If the light comes on while you are driving , Cruise indicator light Brake pad wear warning contact an authorized NISSAN dealer for This light comes on while the vehicle speed repair . The disc brake pads have audible wear warnings . When a brake pad requires re - is controlled by the cruise control system . If placement , it makes a high pitched scraping the CRUISE indicator blinks , have the sys - sound when the vehicle is in motion , tem checked by an authorized NISSAN whether or not the brake pedal is depressed . dealer . Instruments and controls 2 - 7 Z X
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Key reminder chime Operation CAUTION A chime sounds if the driver’s door is The malfunction indicator light will come on Continued vehicle operation without opened while the key is left in the ignition in one of two ways : having the emission control system switch . Remove the key and take it with you checked and repaired as necessary c Malfunction indicator light on steady - An when leaving the vehicle . could lead to poor driveability , reduced emission control system malfunction has fuel economy , and possible damage to been detected . Have the vehicle in - Light reminder chime the emission control system . spected by an authorized NISSAN A chime sounds when the driver’s door is dealer . You do not need to have your opened if the headlight switch is turned on vehicle towed to the dealer . ( ignition switch is turned OFF ) . c Malfunction indicator light blinking - An Turn the headlight switch OFF when leaving engine misfire has been detected which the vehicle . may damage the emission control sys - Malfunction indicator light tem . To reduce or avoid emission control system damage : ( MIL ) If the malfunction indicator light comes on a ) do not drive at speeds above 45 MPH steady or blinks while the engine is running , ( 72 km / h ) . it may indicate a potential emission control b ) avoid hard acceleration or decelera - problem . tion . c ) avoid steep uphill grades . The malfunction indicator light may also d ) if possible , reduce the amount of come on steady or blink if the fuel filler cap cargo being hauled or towed . has not been closed tightly or if the fuel tank is nearly empty . Check to make sure the The malfunction indicator light may stop fuel cap is secure and that you have at least blinking and come on steady . Have the three gallons of fuel in the fuel tank . vehicle inspected by an authorized NISSAN dealer . You do not need to have your ve - After driving for a while , the light should hicle towed to the dealer . remain off if no other potential emission control system problem exists . 2 - 8 Instruments and controls Z X
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THEFT WARNING ( if so equipped ) button is pushed with all c Even when the driver and / or passen - c When the doors locked , the hazard lights flash gers are in the vehicle , the system will twice and the horn beeps once as a activate with all doors , hood and trunk reminder that the doors are already lid locked and ignition key off . Turn the ignition key to ACC or ON to turn locked . the system off . The horn may or may not beep once . Refer to ‘ ‘ silencing the horn beep fea - Theft warning system operation ture ’ ’ later in this section . The theft warning system emits the follow - The system can be activated even if the ing alarm : windows are open . c The headlights blink and the horn sounds Confirm that the SECURITY indicator light 5 . intermittently . In addition , the starter mo - comes on . The SECURITY light glows for tor does not operate . IC0005 about 30 seconds and then begins to flash c The alarm automatically turns off after 2 once every three seconds . The system is The theft warning system provides visual to 3 minutes . However , the alarm reacti - now activated . If , during this 30 - second and audio alarm signals if parts of the vates if the vehicle is tampered with time period , the door is unlocked by the vehicle are disturbed . again . The alarm can be shut off by key or the multi - remote controller , or the unlocking a door or trunk lid with the key , How to activate the theft warning ignition key is turned to ACC or ON , the or by pressing the button on the system system will not activate . multi - remote controller . 1 . Close all windows . c If the key is turned slowly when lock - The alarm is activated by : ing the door , the system may not acti - 2 . Remove the key from the ignition switch . c opening the door or trunk lid without vate . Furthermore , if the key is turned using the key ( even if the door is un - 3 . Close the hood , trunk lid and all doors . excessively to the unlock position , the locked by releasing the door inside lock system may be deactivated when the 4 . Push the button on the multi - remote switch ) or opening the trunk lid by oper - key is removed . If the indicator light controller . All doors lock . The hazard ating the opener lever . fails to glow for 30 seconds , unlock lights flash twice and the horn beeps the door once and lock it again . c opening the hood . once to indicate all doors are locked . Instruments and controls 2 - 9 Z X
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The hazard lights will quickly flash three How to stop the alarm times to confirm that the horn beep feature The alarm stops only by unlocking a door or has been reactivated . the trunk lid with the key , or by pressing Deactivating the horn feature does not si - the button on the multi - remote control - lence the horn if the alarm is triggered . ler . The alarm does not stop if the ignition switch is turned to ACC or ON . If the system does not operate as de - scribed above , have it checked by an authorized NISSAN dealer . AIC1037 Silencing the horn beep feature If desired , the horn beep feature can be deactivated using the multi - remote control - ler . The instructions are on the back of the multi - remote controller . and To deactivate : Press and hold the buttons for at least two seconds . The hazard lights will quickly flash three times to confirm that the horn beep feature has been deactivated . To activate : Press and hold the and buttons for at least two seconds once more . 2 - 10 Instruments and controls Z X
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WINDSHIELD WIPER AND REAR WINDOW DEFOGGER WASHER SWITCH SWITCH The wipers automatically cycle twice when the washer is activated . CAUTION The following could damage the washer system : c Do not operate the washer continu - ously for more than 30 seconds . c Do not operate the washer if the reservoir tank is empty . WARNING AIC1004 In freezing temperatures the washer To defog the rear window glass , start the solution may freeze on the windshield engine and push the rear window defogger and obscure your vision which may switch on . The rear window defogger indi - lead to an accident . Warm the wind - cator light on the switch comes on . Push the shield with the defroster before you switch again to turn the defogger off . wash the windshield . The rear window defogger switch automati - AIC0520 cally turns off after approximately 15 minutes . Push the lever down to operate the wind - CAUTION shield wipers . Pull the lever toward you to When cleaning the inner side of the operate the washer . window , be careful not to scratch or Intermittent operation can be adjusted from damage the rear window defogger . 2 to approximately 20 seconds by turning the knob ( Type B only ) . Instruments and controls 2 - 11 Z X
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HEADLIGHT AND TURN SIGNAL SWITCH NOTE : On some vehicles , the top few rows of wires on the rear window are not part of the rear window defogging system . These wires , if so equipped , make up the diversity antenna for the audio system . AIC0505 The headlights come on and all the other Lighting lights remain on . Turn the switch to the position : The front turn signal / parking , rear combination , To select the high beam function , push the side marker , license plate and instrument lever forward . The high beam lights come panel lights come on . on and the indicator light illuminates . Pull it back to select the low beam . Turn the switch to the position : 2 - 12 Instruments and controls Z X
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INSTRUMENT BRIGHTNESS CONTROL DAYTIME RUNNING LIGHT SYS - Passing signal TEM ( Canada only ) Pulling and releasing the lever flashes the headlight high beams on and off . The headlights automatically illuminate at a reduced intensity when the engine is started Turn signal with the parking brake released . The day - Move the lever up or down to signal the time running lights operate with the head - turning direction . When the turn is com - light switch in the OFF position or in the pleted , the turn signals cancel automati - position . Turn the headlight switch to cally . the position for full illumination when driving at night . Lane change signal If the parking brake is applied before the To signal a lane change , move the lever up AIC0608 engine is started , the daytime running lights or down to the point where the indicator light do not illuminate . The daytime running lights begins to flash , but the lever does not latch . The instrument brightness control operates illuminate once the parking brake is re - when the light switch is in the or leased . The daytime running lights will re - position . main on until the ignition switch is turned off . Turn the control to adjust the brightness of WARNING instrument panel lights . When the daytime running light system is active , tail lights on your vehicle are not on . It is necessary at dusk to turn on your headlights . Failure to do so could cause an accident injuring your - self and others . Instruments and controls 2 - 13 Z X
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FRONT FOG LIGHT SWITCH HAZARD WARNING FLASHER ( if so equipped ) SWITCH c Do not use the switch while moving on the highway unless unusual cir - cumstances force you to drive so slowly that your vehicle might be - come a hazard to other traffic . c Turn signals do not work when the hazard warning flasher lights are on . The flashers can be actuated with the igni - tion switch either OFF or ON . Some state laws may prohibit the use of the hazard warning flasher switch while IC1292 AIC1011 driving . To turn the front fog lights on , rotate the Push the switch on to warn other drivers switch to the position . when you must stop or park under emer - gency conditions . All turn signal lights flash . To turn them off , turn the switch to the OFF position . WARNING The headlight switch must be in posi - c When stalled or stopped on the road - tion ( low - beam headlights on ) for the fog way under emergency conditions , lights to operate . The fog lights automati - move the vehicle well off the road . cally turn off whenever the high - beam head - light function is selected . 2 - 14 Instruments and controls Z X
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CIGARETTE LIGHTER ( ACCESSORY ) AND ASH TRAY 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 . WARNING The cigarette lighter should not be used while driving in order that full attention may be given to the driving AIC0509 operation . The cigarette lighter element is an acces - sory . A genuine NISSAN cigarette lighter can be purchased from an authorized NISSAN dealer . The cigarette lighter operates when the ignition switch is in the ACC or ON position . Push the lighter in all the way . When the lighter is heated , it springs out . Return the lighter to its original position after use . Instruments and controls 2 - 15 Z X