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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 IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION warranties . through this manual before operating your REMINDERS FOR SAFETY ! vehicle . Follow these important driving rules to WHEN READING THE MANUAL help ensure a safe and complete trip A separate Warranty Information and for you and your passengers ! Maintenance Log Booklet explains de - This manual includes information for all c NEVER drive under the influence of tails about the warranties covering your options available on this model . Therefore , alcohol or drugs . vehicle and vehicle maintenance sched - you may find some information that does ules . Additionally , a separate Customer c ALWAYS observe posted speed lim - not apply to your vehicle . Care / Lemon Law Booklet will explain its and never drive too fast for con - ditions . how to resolve any concerns you may All information , specifications and illustra - have with your vehicle , as well as clarify c ALWAYS use your seat belts and tions in this manual are those in effect at the your rights under your state’s lemon appropriate child restraint systems . time of printing . NISSAN reserves the right law . Pre - teen children should be seated to change specifications or design without in the rear seat . Your NISSAN dealership knows your ve - notice and without obligation . c ALWAYS provide information about hicle best . When you require any service or the proper use of vehicle safety fea - have any questions , they will be glad to tures to all occupants of the vehicle . assist you with the extensive resources c ALWAYS review this Owner’s Manual available to them . for important safety information . Z X
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The inside pages of this manual contain IMPORTANT INFORMATION a minimum of 50 % recycled fibers , including 10 % post - consumer fibers . 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 APD1005 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 . © 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 portation services , to the supply of lubricants , parts and accessories . 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 suppliers AFW0001 until you took delivery of your new NISSAN , doz - ens of checks were made to ensure that only the Your new NISSAN is the result of our dedication trucks at one of the world’s most modern manu - best job was being done in producing and deliver - facturing facilities , Nissan Motor Manufacturing to produce the finest in safe , reliable and eco - ing your vehicle . NISSAN also takes great care to Corporation U.S.A . in Smyrna , Tennessee , ve - nomical transportation . Your vehicle is the prod - ensure that when you take your NISSAN to your hicle styling at Nissan Design International in uct of a successful worldwide company that dealer for maintenance , the service technician will San Diego , California , and engineering at Nissan manufactures cars and trucks in over 17 coun - perform his work according to the quality standards Research and Development in Farmington Hills , tries and distributes them in 170 nations . that have been established by the factory . Michigan . NISSAN vehicles are designed and manufac - NISSAN and its dealers employ about 60,000 Safety has also been built into your NISSAN . As tured by Nissan Motor Co . , Ltd . which was Americans . you know , seat belts are an integral part of the founded in Tokyo , Japan in 1933 , and NISSAN safety systems that will help protect you and your affiliates world wide , collectively growing to be - NISSAN is also a substantial contributor to the passengers in the event of a sudden stop or an come the fifth largest automaker in the world . In Canadian economy . Nissan Canada Inc . , its sup - accident . We urge you to use the seat belts every addition to cars and trucks , NISSAN also makes pliers and over 150 dealers employ approxi - time you drive the vehicle . textile machinery , forklift trucks , marine engines , mately 4,500 people . These include company boats and other products . employees and the staffs of NISSAN dealers all The NISSAN story of growth and achievement across Canada . In addition , many Canadians reflects our major goal : to provide you , our NISSAN has made a substantial and growing in - customer , with a vehicle that is built with quality work for companies that supply NISSAN and vestment in North America , starting with the open - and craftsmanship — a product that we can be ing of Nissan Motor Corporation U.S.A . in 1960 and NISSAN dealers with materials and services proud to build and you can be proud to own . continuing with the production of some cars and ranging from operation of port facilities and trans - 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 . tion on the left at : However , if there is something that your The Consumer Affairs Department will ask NISSAN dealer cannot assist you with or for the following information : For U.S . mainland and Alaska custom - you would like to provide NISSAN directly — Your name , address , and telephone ers with comments or questions , please con - number Nissan North America , Inc . tact the NISSAN Consumer Affairs Depart - — Vehicle identification number ( on dash - Consumer Affairs Department ment using our toll - free number : P.O . Box 191 board ) Gardena , California 90248 - 0191 — Date of purchase For U.S . mainland customers — Current odometer reading For Hawaii customers 1 - 800 - NISSAN - 1 — Your NISSAN dealer’s name Nissan Motor Corporation in Hawaii ( 1 - 800 - 647 - 7261 ) — Your comments or questions 2880 Kilihau St . For Hawaii customers Honolulu , Hawaii 96819 OR ( 808 ) 836 - 0888 ( Oahu Number ) For Canada customers You can write to NISSAN with the informa - For Canada customers Nissan Canada Inc . 1 - 800 - 387 - 0122 5290 Orbitor Drive 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 - 15 Front seats . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 - 2 Seat adjustment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 - 2 Pregnant women . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 - 15 Head restraints . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 - 4 Injured persons . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 - 15 Rear seat . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 - 5 Three - point type with retractor . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 - 16 Supplemental restraint system ( air bag Two - point type without retractor ( rear center system ) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 - 6 lap belt ) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 - 19 Supplemental air bag system . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 - 9 Seat belt extenders . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 - 21 Warning labels . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 - 11 Seat belt maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 - 21 Supplemental air bag warning light . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 - 11 Child restraints . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 - 21 Seat belts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 - 13 Top strap child restraint . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 - 30 Precautions on seat belt usage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 - 13 Z X
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FRONT SEATS 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 . ARS1131 c For the most effective protection WARNING when the vehicle is in motion , the c Do not ride in a moving vehicle when seat should be upright . Always sit the seatback is reclined . This can be well back in the seat and adjust the dangerous . The shoulder belt will seat belt properly . See ‘ ‘ Precautions not be against your body . In an acci - on seat belt usage ’ ’ later in this sec - dent , you could be thrown into it and tion . 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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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 back of the seat Release the lever to lock the seat in position . forward again , pull the lever and move your body forward . The seatback moves forward . Seats , restraints and supplemental air bag systems 1 - 3 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 , press the lock knob down while push - ing 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 - 4 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 . ARS1022 Interior trunk access c Properly secure all cargo to help pre - vent it from sliding or shifting . Do not ( if so equipped ) 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 the seatbacks to the c Never allow anyone to ride in the upright 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 - 5 Z X
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SUPPLEMENTAL RESTRAINT SYSTEM ( AIR BAG SYSTEM ) This Supplemental Restraint System sec - tion contains important information concern - ing the driver and passenger supplemental air bags . The Supplemental Restraint Sys - tem 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 protection provided by the driver and front passenger seat belts and are not a substitute for them . The seat belts should always be correctly worn and the driver and front passenger seated a suitable distance ARS1132 from the steering wheel and instrument panel . ( See ‘ ‘ Seat belts ’ ’ for instructions and out of position in any way , you are at precautions on seat belt usage . ) WARNING greater risk of injury or death in a c The supplemental air bags ordinarily The supplemental air bags operate only crash and may also receive serious or will not inflate in the event of a side when the ignition switch is in the ON or fatal injuries from the supplemental air impact , rear impact , roll over , or START position . bag if you are up against it when it lower severity frontal collision . Al - inflates . Always sit back against the ways wear your seat belts to help seatback and as far away as practical reduce the risk or severity of injury from the steering wheel or instrument in various kinds of accidents . panel . Always use the seatbelts . c The seat belts and the supplemental c Keep hands on the outside of the air bags are most effective when you steering wheel . Placing them inside are sitting back and upright in the seat . the steering wheel rim could in - Supplemental air bags inflate with crease the risk that they are injured great force . If you are unrestrained , when the air bag inflates . leaning forward , sitting sideways or 1 - 6 Seats , restraints and supplemental air bag systems Z X
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ARS1133 ARS1041 ARS1042 Seats , restraints and supplemental air bag systems 1 - 7 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 ARS1043 ARS1045 supplemental air bag could seri - ously injure or kill your child . See ‘ ‘ Child Restraints ’ ’ later in this sec - tion for details . ARS1044 ARS1046 1 - 8 Seats , restraints and supplemental air bag systems 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 ARS1155 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 bag inflates quickly in order to help protect the center of the steering wheel . The front collisions , although it may inflate if the the occupant , the force of the supplemental passenger supplemental air bag is mounted in forces in another type of collision are similar air bag inflating can increase the risk of injury the dashboard above the glove box . to those of a higher severity frontal impact . It if the occupant is too close to or is against the may not inflate in certain frontal collisions . supplemental air bag module during inflation . These systems are designed to meet op - Vehicle damage ( or lack of it ) is not always The supplemental air bag deflates quickly tional certification requirements under U.S . an indication of proper supplemental air bag after a collision . regulations . They are also permitted in system operation . Canada . The optional certification allows air The supplemental air bags operate only bags to be designed to inflate somewhat When the supplemental air bag inflates , a when the ignition switch is in the ON or less forcefully than previously . However , all fairly loud noise may be heard , followed by START position . of the information , cautions and warn - the release of smoke . This smoke is not ings in this manual still apply and must harmful and does not indicate a fire , but be followed . care should be taken to not unintentionally inhale it , as it may cause irritation and The supplemental air bag system is de - Seats , restraints and supplemental air bag systems 1 - 9 Z X
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When selling your vehicle , we request that WARNING c Tampering with the supplemental air you inform the buyer about the supplemental bag system may result in serious c Do not place any objects on the steer - air bag system and guide the buyer to the personal injury . Tampering includes ing wheel pad or on the instrument appropriate sections in this owner’s manual . changes to the steering wheel and panel . Also , do not place any objects the instrument panel assembly by between any occupant and the steer - placing material over the steering ing wheel or instrument panel . Such wheel pad and above the instrument objects may become dangerous pro - panel , or by installing additional trim jectiles and may cause injury if the material around the supplemental air supplemental air bag inflates . bag system . c Right after inflation , several supple - c Work around and on the supplemen - mental air bag system components tal air bag system should be done by will be hot . Do not touch them ; you an authorized NISSAN dealer . Instal - may severely burn yourself . lation of electrical equipment should c No unauthorized changes should be also be done by an authorized NIS - made to any components or wiring of SAN dealer . The yellow SRS wiring the supplemental air bag system . This should not be modified or discon - is to prevent accidental inflation of nected . Unauthorized electrical test the supplemental air bag or damage equipment and probing devices to the supplemental air bag system . should not be used on the supple - mental air bag system . c Do not make unauthorized changes to your vehicle’s electrical system , c The SRS wiring harnesses are cov - suspension system or front end ered with yellow insulation either structure . This could affect proper just before the harness connectors operation of the supplemental air or on the complete harness for easy bag system . identification . 1 - 10 Seats , restraints and supplemental air bag systems Z X
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WARNING LABELS SUPPLEMENTAL AIR BAG WARNING LIGHT ARS1156 Warning labels about the supplemental air bag system are placed in the vehicle as shown in the illustration . APD0610 The supplemental air bag warning light , displaying in the instrument panel , monitors the circuits of the supplemental air bag system . The circuits monitored by the Seats , restraints and supplemental air bag systems 1 - 11 Z X
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supplemental air bag warning light are the When maintenance work is required on the WARNING diagnosis sensor unit , supplemental air bag vehicle , the supplemental air bag system If the supplemental air bag warning light modules and all related wiring . and related parts should be pointed out to is on , it could mean that the supplemen - the person performing the maintenance . When the ignition key is in the ON or START tal air bag system will not operate in an The ignition key should always be in the position , the supplemental air bag warning accident . LOCK position when working under the light illuminates for about 7 seconds and hood or inside the vehicle . then turns off . This means the system is operational . Repair and replacement procedure WARNING If any of the following conditions occur , the The supplemental air bag modules are de - c Once the supplemental air bag in - supplemental air bag needs system servic - signed to inflate on a one - time - only basis . flates , the supplemental air bag ing : As a reminder , unless it is damaged , the module will not function again and 1 . The supplemental air bag warning light supplemental air bag light remains illumi - must be replaced . The supplemental does not come on and remain on for 7 nated after inflation has occurred . Repair air bag module cannot be repaired . seconds and then go off as described . and replacement of the supplemental air c The supplemental air bag system bag system should be done only by an 2 . The supplemental air bag warning light should be inspected by an autho - authorized NISSAN dealer . flashes intermittently or remains on . rized NISSAN dealer if there is any After a supplemental air bag inflates , the 3 . The supplemental air bag warning light damage to the front end portion of instrument panel assembly should be re - does not come on at all . the vehicle , or replaced if the supple - placed by an authorized NISSAN dealer if mental air bag has inflated . Under these conditions , the supplemental damaged . restraint system air bag may not operate c If you need to dispose of a supple - properly . It must be checked and repaired . mental air bag or scrap the vehicle , To ensure long - term functioning , the Take your vehicle to the nearest authorized contact an authorized NISSAN supplemental air bag system must be NISSAN dealer . dealer . Correct supplemental air bag inspected 10 years after the date of manu - disposal procedures are set forth in facture as noted on the certification label the appropriate NISSAN Service located on the driver side front pillar . Manual . Incorrect disposal proce - dures could cause personal injury . 1 - 12 Seats , restraints and supplemental air bag systems Z X
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SEAT BELTS ARS1134 ARS1049 PRECAUTIONS ON SEAT BELT WARNING c Always route the shoulder belt over your shoulder and across your USAGE c Every person who drives or rides in chest . Never run the belt behind your this vehicle should use a seat belt at If you are wearing your seat belt properly back , under your arm or across your all times . Children should be prop - adjusted , your chances of being injured or neck . The belt should be away from erly restrained and , if appropriate in killed in an accident and / or the severity of your face and neck , but not falling a child restraint . injury may be greatly reduced . NISSAN off your shoulder . c The belt should be properly adjusted strongly encourages you and all of your c Position the lap belt as low as pos - to a snug fit . Failure to do so may passengers to buckle up every time you sible AROUND THE HIPS , NOT THE reduce the effectiveness of the en - drive , even if your seating position includes WAIST . A lap belt worn too high tire restraint system and increase a supplemental air bag . could increase the risk of internal the chances or severity of injury in injuries in an accident . Most states and all Canadian provinces an accident . Serious injury or death c Be sure the seat belt tongue is se - or territories require that seat belts be can occur if the seat belt is not worn curely fastened to the proper buckle . worn at all times when a vehicle is being properly . driven . Seats , restraints and supplemental air bag systems 1 - 13 Z X
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ARS1047 ARS1050 c All seat belt assemblies including c Do not wear the belt inside out or retractors and attaching hardware twisted . Doing so may reduce its effectiveness . should be inspected after any colli - sion at an authorized NISSAN dealer . c Do not allow more than one person NISSAN recommends that all seat to use the same belt . belt assemblies in use during a col - c Never carry more people in the ve - lision be replaced unless the colli - hicle than there are seat belts . sion was minor and the belts show c If the seat belt warning lamp glows no damage and continue to operate continuously while the ignition is properly . Seat belt assemblies not in turned ON with all doors closed and use during a collision should also be all seat belts fastened , it may indi - inspected and replaced if either cate a malfunction in the system . damage or improper operation is Have the system checked by an au - noted . thorized NISSAN dealer . 1 - 14 Seats , restraints and supplemental air bag systems 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 one 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 . Front 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 . Seats , restraints and supplemental air bag systems 1 - 15 Z X
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ARS1051 ARS1053 ARS1052 THREE - POINT TYPE WITH RE - Fastening the belts ries . You could also slide under the lap belt and receive serious internal TRACTOR 1 . Adjust the seat . injuries . WARNING 2 . Slowly pull the seat belt out of the retrac - c For the most effective protection tor and insert the tongue into the buckle c Every person who drives or rides in when the vehicle is in motion , the until it clicks . this vehicle should wear a seat belt seat should be upright . Always sit at all times . well back in the seat and adjust the The retractor is designed to lock during seat belt properly . a sudden stop or on impact . A slow c Do not ride in a moving vehicle when pulling motion permits the belt to move , the seatback is reclined . This can be and allows you some freedom of move - dangerous . The shoulder belt will ment in the seat . not be against your body . In an acci - dent , you could be thrown into it and receive neck or other serious inju - 1 - 16 Seats , restraints and supplemental air bag systems Z X
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locking mode . For additional information , see ‘ ‘ Child Restraints ’ ’ later in this section . The automatic locking mode should be used only for child restraint installation . During normal seat belt use by a passen - ger , the automatic 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 on the buckle . The seat belt automatically 4 . Pull the shoulder belt portion toward the retracts . retractor to take up extra slack . The front seat 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 again until the seat belt tongue is detached from the buckle and fully retracted . Once re - tracted , the seat belt is in the emergency Seats , restraints and supplemental air bag systems 1 - 17 Z X
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Checking seat belt operation WARNING ( Three - point type seat belt with re - c After adjustment , release the but - tractor ) tons and try to move the shoulder belt anchor up and down to make Your seat belt retractors are designed to lock sure it is securely fixed in position . seat belt movement by two separate meth - ods : c The shoulder belt anchor height should be adjusted to the position 1 ) When the seat belt is pulled quickly from best for you . Failure to do so may the retractor . reduce the effectiveness of the en - 2 ) When the vehicle slows down rapidly . tire restraint system and increase the chance or severity of injury in an To increase your confidence in the seat accident . belts , check the operation as follows . APD0617 c Grasp the shoulder belt and pull forward quickly . The retractor should lock and Shoulder belt height adjustment restrict further belt movement . ( for front seats ) If the retractor does not lock during this check The shoulder belt anchor height should be or if you have any question about belt opera - adjusted to the position best for you . ( See tion , see an authorized NISSAN dealer . ‘ ‘ Precautions on seat belt usage ’ ’ earlier in this section . ) To adjust , press both release buttons 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 buttons to lock the shoulder belt anchor into position . 1 - 18 Seats , restraints and supplemental air bag systems Z X
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APD0627 ARS1055 ARS1056 2 . Tighten the belt by pulling the free end of TWO - POINT TYPE WITHOUT RE - Fastening the seat belts the belt away from the tongue , then pull TRACTOR ( 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 assembly and the Selecting the correct set of seat buckle 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 into the center seat belt buckle only . Seats , restraints and supplemental air bag systems 1 - 19 Z X
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ARS1076 ARS1057 ARS1058 3 . Position the lap belt low on the hips as 4 . Loosen the belt by holding the tonge at a Unfastening the belt illustrated . right angle to the belt , then pull on the To unfasten the seat belt , press the button belt . on the buckle . 1 - 20 Seats , restraints and supplemental air bag systems Z X
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CHILD RESTRAINTS SEAT BELT EXTENDERS SEAT BELT MAINTENANCE WARNING c Infants and small children should c To clean the seat belt webbings , apply If , because of body size or driving position , always be placed in an appropriate a mild soap solution or any solution it is not possible to properly fit the lap - child restraint while riding in the ve - recommended for cleaning upholstery or shoulder belt and fasten it , an extender is hicle . Failure to use a child restraint carpet . Then wipe with a cloth and allow available which is compatible with the in - can result in serious injury or death . the seat belts to dry in the shade . Do not stalled seat belts . The extender adds ap - allow the seat belts to retract until they c Infants and small children should proximately 8 inches ( 200 mm ) of length are completely dry . never be carried on your lap . It is not and may be used for either the driver or front possible for even the strongest adult passenger seating position . See an autho - c If dirt builds up in the shoulder belt to resist the forces of a severe acci - rized NISSAN dealer for assistance if the guide of the seat belt anchors , the seat dent . The child could be crushed belts may retract slowly . Wipe the shoul - extender is required . between the adult and parts of the der belt guide with a clean , dry cloth . vehicle . Also , do not put the same WARNING c Periodically check to see that the seat seat belt around both your child and c Only NISSAN seat belt extenders , belt and metal components , such as yourself . made by the same company which buckles , tongues , retractors , flexible c Never install a rear - facing child re - made the original equipment seat wires and anchors , work properly . If loose straint in the front seat . An inflating air belts , should be used with NISSAN parts , deterioration , cuts or other damage bag could seriously injure or kill your seat belts . on the webbing is found , the entire seat child . A rear facing child restraint belt assembly should be replaced . c Persons who can use the standard must be used only in the rear seat . seat belt should not use an extender . c NISSAN recommends that the child Such unnecessary use could result restraint system be installed in the in serious personal injury in the rear seat . According to accident sta - event of an accident . tistics , children are safer when prop - erly restrained in the rear seat than in the front seat . Seats , restraints and supplemental air bag systems 1 - 21 Z X
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ments to be sure the child restraint is c An improperly installed child re - c Adjustable seatbacks should be po - compatible with your child . Always fol - straint could lead to serious injury or sitioned to fit the child restraint , but low all recommended procedures . death in an accident . as upright as possible . All U.S . States and Canadian provinces c In general , child restraints are de - c After attaching the child restraint , require that infants and small children be signed to be installed with a lap belt test it before you place the child in it . restrained in approved child restraints at or the lap portion of a three - point Tilt it from side to side . Try to tug it all times while the vehicle is being oper - type seat belt . forward and check to see if the belt ated . holds the restraint in place . If the restraint is not secure , tighten the Child restraints for infants and children of WARNING belt as necessary , or put the restraint various sizes are offered by several manu - c Improper use of a child restraint can in another seat and test it again . facturers . When selecting any child re - result in increased injuries for both c For a front facing child restraint , if straint , keep the following points in mind : the infant or child and other occu - the seat position where it is installed pants in the vehicle . c Choose only a restraint with a label has a Three - point type lap / shoulder certifying that it complies with Federal c Follow all of the child restraint belt , check to make sure the shoul - Motor Vehicle Safety Standard 213 or manufacturer’s instructions for in - der belt does not go in front of the Canadian Motor Vehicle Safety Stan - stallation and use . When purchasing child’s face or neck . If it does , put dard 213 . a child restraint , be sure to select the shoulder belt behind the child one which will fit your child and restraint . If you must install a front - c Check the child restraint in your vehicle vehicle . It may not be possible to facing child restraint in the front to be sure it is compatible with the properly install some types of child seat , see ‘ ‘ Installation on front pas - vehicle’s seat and seat belt system . restraints in your vehicle . senger seat ’ ’ later in this section for Choose the child restraint that meets the details . guidelines of Society of Automotive En - c If the child restraint is not anchored gineers recommended practice J1819 properly , the risk of a child being c When your child restraint is not in for child seat installation . injured in a collision or a sudden use , keep it secured with a seat belt to stop greatly increases . prevent it from being thrown around c If the child restraint is compatible with in case of a sudden stop or accident . your vehicle , place your child in the child restraint and check the various adjust - 1 - 22 Seats , restraints and supplemental air bag systems Z X
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CAUTION 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 restraint manufac - When you install a child restraint in a rear turer’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 . Seats , restraints and supplemental air bag systems 1 - 23 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 . 1 - 24 Seats , restraints and supplemental air bag systems 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 restraint manufac - make sure it is securely held in place . turer’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 . Seats , restraints and supplemental air bag systems 1 - 25 Z X
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Front Facing Installation on rear outboard 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 . 1 - 26 Seats , restraints and supplemental air bag systems Z X
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ARS1031 ARS1078 ARS1067 4 . Allow the belt to retract . Pull up on the 5 . 3 . Pull on the shoulder belt until all of the Before placing the child in the child re - 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 that 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 that the child re - straint is properly secured prior to each use . If the belt is not locked , repeat steps 3 through 6 . Seats , restraints and supplemental air bag systems 1 - 27 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 . 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 - ARS1069 ARS1070 straint . c Failure to do so will result in the When you install a child restraint in a rear 2 . Route the seat belt tongue through the child restraint not being properly se - outboard seat , follow these steps : child restraint and insert it into the buckle cured . It could tip over or otherwise until you hear and feel the latch engage . 1 . Position the child restraint on the seat . be unsecured and cause injury to the Be sure to follow the child restraint manu - Always follow the restraint manufactur - child in a sudden stop or collision . facturer’s instructions for seat belt rout - er’s instructions . ing . 1 - 28 Seats , restraints and supplemental air bag systems Z X
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ARS1033 ARS1071 ARS1072 4 . Allow the belt to retract . Pull up on the 5 . 3 . Pull on the shoulder belt until all of the Before placing the child in the child re - 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 that 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 that the child re - straint is properly secured prior to each use . If the belt is not locked , repeat steps 3 through 6 . Seats , restraints and supplemental air bag systems 1 - 29 Z X
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After the child restraint is removed and the To install the anchor bracket , a metric bolt of seat belt is fully retracted , the automatic the dimensions listed below must be used . locking mode ( child restraint mode ) is can - Bolt diameter : 8.0 mm celed . 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 the outboard Three - point belt and latch the top strap hook onto the anchor bracket . 1 - 30 Seats , restraints and supplemental air bag systems Z X
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There are pre - cut circles at each anchor point location that should break away from the shelf support material 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 . APD0635 3 . Install the bolt through the top strap hook and into the anchor point nut . Anchor point locations 4 . Be sure to follow all of the instructions Anchor points are located under the rear that accompany the top strap attaching hardware . parcel shelf finisher . To use attaching hardware for child re - straints with top straps , follow these instruc - tions carefully : 1 . Open the trunk and find the anchor point nuts on the underside of the rear parcel shelf . Thread a bolt ( 8.0 mm diameter , 1.25 pitch ) up through the nut behind the seating position where the child restraint will be installed and use it to break through the rear parcel shelf support material . Seats , restraints and supplemental air bag systems 1 - 31 Z X
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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 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 . ARS1135 Installation on front passenger seat c NISSAN recommends that child re - straints be installed in the rear seat . WARNING However , if you must install a c Never install a rear facing child re - forward - facing child restraint in the straint in the front passenger seat . Air front passenger seat , move the pas - bags inflate with great force . A rear - senger seat to the rear most position . facing child restraint could be struck c A child restraint with a top strap by the air bag in a crash and could should not be used in the front pas - seriously injure or kill your child . senger seat . 1 - 32 Seats , restraints and supplemental air bag systems 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 passenger seat . It should be placed in Be sure to follow the child restraint manu - emergency locking mode when the belt is a front facing direction only . Move the facturer’s instructions for belt routing . fully retracted . seat to the rear most position . Always follow the restraint manufacturer’s in - structions . Child restraints for infants must be used in the rear facing direc - tion and therefore must not be used in the front seat . Seats , restraints and supplemental air bag systems 1 - 33 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 slightly . Pull 5 . Before placing the child in the child re - up on the seat belt to remove any slack in straint , use force to tilt the child restraint the 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 automatic locking mode by trying to pull more seat belt out of the retractor . If you cannot 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 three through six . 1 - 34 Seats , restraints and supplemental air bag systems Z X
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2 Instruments and controls Instrument brightness control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2 - 13 Meters and gauges . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2 - 2 Speedometer and odometer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2 - 3 Front fog light switch ( if so equipped ) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2 - 13 Tachometer ( if so equipped ) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2 - 3 Hazard warning flasher switch . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2 - 14 Engine coolant temperature gauge . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2 - 3 Cigarette lighter ( accessory ) and ashtray . . . . . . . . . . . . 2 - 14 Fuel gauge . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2 - 4 Cup holder . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2 - 15 Warning / indicator lights and chimes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2 - 5 Manual windows . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2 - 16 Theft warning ( if so equipped ) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2 - 9 Power windows ( if so equipped ) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2 - 16 Windshield wiper and washer switch . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2 - 11 Sunroof ( if so equipped ) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2 - 18 Rear window defogger switch . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2 - 11 Interior light . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2 - 18 Headlight and turn signal switch . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2 - 12 Trunk light ( if so equipped ) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2 - 19 Daytime running light system ( Canada only ) . . . . . . . 2 - 12 Z X
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SPEEDOMETER AND TACHOMETER ( if so equipped ) ENGINE COOLANT ODOMETER TEMPERATURE GAUGE AIC0643 AIC0644 AIC1036 The gauge indicates the engine coolant The tachometer indicates engine speed in Speedometer temperature . revolutions per minute ( r / min ) . The speedometer indicates vehicle speed . The engine coolant temperature varies with CAUTION Odometer the outside air temperature and driving When engine speed approaches the conditions . 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 button . Instruments and controls 2 - 3 Z X
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FUEL GAUGE AIC1035 AIC0606 The gauge indicates the approximate fuel CAUTION CAUTION level in the tank . If the gauge indicates engine coolant c If the vehicle is driven with the fuel The gauge may move slightly during brak - temperature over the normal range , level very low , the malfunction indi - stop the vehicle as soon as safely pos - ing , turning , acceleration , or going up or cator light may come on . Refuel as sible . If the engine is overheated , con - soon as possible . After driving for a down hills . tinued operation of the vehicle may while , the light should remain off . If The gauge needle remains in approximately seriously damage the engine . See the the light remains on , have the ve - the same position , even after the ignition ‘ ‘ In case of emergency ’ ’ section for the hicle inspected by an authorized key is turned to OFF . immediate action required . NISSAN dealer . The warning indicator light comes on when c For additional information , see the the amount of fuel in the tank is getting low . ‘ ‘ Malfunction indicator light ( MIL ) ’ ’ later in this section . 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 Low washer fluid warning light Cruise indicator light or Brake warning light ( Canada only ) ( if so equipped ) Anti - lock brake warning or Turn signal / hazard indicator lights Air bag warning light light ( if so equipped ) Overdrive off indicator light O / D OFF High beam indicator light ( Blue ) Seat belt warning light ( automatic transmission only ) Charge warning light Malfunction indicator light Low fuel warning light Door ajar warning light ( if so equipped ) Engine oil pressure warning light ( if so equipped ) ‘ ‘ Engine oil ’ ’ in the ‘ ‘ Do - it - yourself ’ ’ section circuit in the electrical system . Have the Checking bulbs of this manual . system repaired promptly . Apply the parking brake and turn the ignition key to ON without starting the engine . The CAUTION Engine oil pressure warning following lights will come on : Running the engine with the oil pres - light , , or , , , sure warning light on could cause seri - This light warns of low engine oil pressure . If ous damage to the engine almost im - If the driver side seat belt is fastened the the light flickers or comes on during normal mediately . Turn off the engine as soon light will not come on . driving , pull off the road in a safe area , stop as it is safe to do so . If equipped , the following lights come on the engine immediately and call an autho - briefly and then go off : rized NISSAN dealer . Charge warning light or The oil pressure warning light is not If the light comes on while the engine is designed to indicate a low oil level . Use If any light fails to come on , it may running , it may indicate a problem with the the dipstick to check the oil level . See indicate a burned - out bulb or an open Instruments and controls 2 - 5 Z X
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charging system . Turn the engine off and seconds and then go off as described Seat belt warning light and check the generator belt . If the belt is loose , above . chime broken , or missing , or if the light remains on , 2 . The supplemental air bag warning light The light and chime remind you to fasten see an authorized NISSAN dealer immedi - flashes intermittently or remains on . seat belts . The light illuminates whenever ately . the ignition key is turned to ON , and re - 3 . The supplemental air bag warning light mains illuminated until the driver’s seat belt CAUTION does not come on at all . is fastened . At the same time , the chime Do not continue driving if the generator Unless checked and repaired , the supple - sounds for about seven seconds unless the belt is loose , broken or missing . mental restraint system ( air bag system ) driver seat belt is securely fastened . may not function properly . For additional Refer to “ Seat belts � in the “ Seats , restraints details see ‘ ‘ Supplemental restraint system ’ ’ Low fuel warning light and supplemental air bag systems � section in the ‘ ‘ Seats , restraints and supplemental ( if so equipped ) for precautions on seat belt usage . air bag systems ’ ’ section of this manual . This warning light comes on when the fuel in Supplemental air bag WARNING the tank is getting low . Refuel as soon as it warning light If the supplemental air bag warning is convenient , preferably before the fuel When the ignition key is in the ON or START light is on , it could mean that the gauge reaches E ( Empty ) . position , the supplemental air bag warning supplemental air bag system will not There will be a small reserve of fuel remain - operate in an accident . light illuminates for about 7 seconds and ing in the tank when the fuel gauge reaches then turns off . This means the system is E ( Empty ) . operational . Low washer fluid warning Door ajar warning light If any of the following conditions occur , the light ( Canada only ) ( if so equipped ) supplemental air bag system needs servic - ing and your vehicle must be taken to an This light comes on when the washer fluid is This light comes on when any of the doors authorized NISSAN dealer : at a low level . Add washer fluid as necessary . are not closed securely while the ignition See the ‘ ‘ Do - it - yourself ’ ’ section of this 1 . The supplemental air bag warning light key is ON . manual . does not come on and remain on for 7 2 - 6 Instruments and controls Z X
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If an abnormality occurs in the system , the or Brake warning light on . Driving could be dangerous . If anti - lock function ceases , but the regular you judge it to be safe , drive care This light functions for both the parking braking system continues to operate . fully to the nearest service station brake and the foot brake systems . for repairs . Otherwise , have your ve - If the light comes on while you are driving , When the ignition key is in the ON position , hicle towed because driving it could contact an authorized NISSAN dealer for the light comes on when the parking brake be dangerous . repair . is applied , and also warns of a low brake c Pressing the brake pedal with the fluid level . If the light comes on while the O / D OFF Overdrive off indicator light engine stopped and / or a low brake engine is running with the parking brake not ( automatic transmission fluid level may increase your stop - applied , stop the vehicle and perform the models only ) ping distance and braking will re - following : quire greater pedal effort as well as This light comes on when the overdrive 1 . Check the brake fluid level . Add brake fluid pedal travel . switch is pushed to the OFF position . as necessary . See ‘ ‘ Brake fluid ’ ’ in the ‘ ‘ Do - it - yourself ’ ’ section of this manual . Turn signal / hazard indicator or Anti - lock brake 2 . If the brake fluid level is correct , have the lights warning light warning system checked by an autho - ( if so equipped ) The appropriate light flashes when the turn rized NISSAN dealer . signal lever switch is activated . If the light comes on while the engine is running , it may indicate something is wrong WARNING Both lights flash when the hazard switch is with the anti - lock portion of the brake sys - c If the level is below the MINIMUM turned on . tem . Have the system checked by an autho - mark on the brake fluid reservoir , do High beam indicator light rized NISSAN dealer . not drive until the brake system has been checked at an authorized NIS - Turn off the engine , and start it again by This blue light comes on when the headlight SAN dealer . slowly turning the ignition key ( quickly high beam is on and goes out when the low doing so may cause the ABS light to stay c Your brake system may not be work - beam is selected . on when there is nothing wrong ) . If the ing properly if the warning light is The high beam indicator light also comes on light stays on , have the system checked when the passing signal is activated . by an authorized NISSAN dealer . Instruments and controls 2 - 7 Z X
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may damage the emission control sys - Cruise indicator light Malfunction indicator light tem . To reduce or avoid emission control ( if so equipped ) ( MIL ) system damage : If the malfunction indicator light comes on The light comes on while the vehicle speed a ) do not drive at speeds above 45 MPH steady or blinks while the engine is running , ( 72 km / h ) . is controlled by the cruise control system . it may indicate a potential emission control avoid hard acceleration or decelera - b ) Key reminder chime problem . tion . c ) avoid steep uphill grades . A chime sounds if the driver side door is The malfunction indicator light may also d ) if possible , reduce the amount of cargo opened while the key is left in the ignition come on steady or blink if the fuel filler cap being hauled or towed . has not been closed tightly or if the fuel tank switch . Remove the key and take it with you is nearly empty . Check to make sure the fuel The malfunction indicator light may stop when leaving the vehicle . cap is secure and that you have at least three blinking and come on steady . Have the Light reminder chime gallons ( 14 liters ) of fuel in the fuel tank . vehicle inspected by an authorized NISSAN dealer . You do not need to have your vehicle A chime sounds when the driver side door is After driving for a while , the light should towed to the dealer . opened if the headlights or parking lights remain off if no other potential emission are on ( ignition switch is turned off ) . control system problem exists . CAUTION Turn the headlight control switch off before Operation Continued vehicle operation without leaving the vehicle . having the emission control system The malfunction indicator light will come on checked and repaired as necessary in one of two ways : Brake pad wear warning could lead to poor driveability , reduced c Malfunction indicator light on steady - An fuel economy , and possible damage to The disc brake pads have audible wear emission control system malfunction has the emission control system . warnings . When a brake pad requires re - been detected . Have the vehicle in - placement , it makes a high pitched scraping spected by an authorized NISSAN sound when the vehicle is in motion , dealer . You do not need to have your whether or not the brake pedal is de - vehicle towed to the dealer . pressed . Have the brakes checked as soon c Malfunction indicator light blinking - An as possible if the warning sound is heard . engine misfire has been detected which 2 - 8 Instruments and controls Z X
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THEFT WARNING ( if so equipped ) When the button is pushed with all c activate with all doors , hood , and trunk lid locked and ignition key off . doors locked , the hazard lights flash twice Turn the ignition key to ACC or ON to and the horn beeps once as a reminder that turn the system off . the doors are already locked . The horn may or may not beep once . Refer The theft warning system is NOT activated if to ‘ ‘ Silencing the horn beep feature ’ ’ later in one of the following occurs : this section . c A door is unlocked or the ignition key is The system can be activated even if the turned to the ACC or ON position during windows are open . the 30 seconds in which the SECURITY 5 . Confirm that the SECURITY indicator light stays on . light comes on . The SECURITY light c The SECURITY light blinks at a steady glows for about 30 seconds and then 1 / 2 second on - 1 / 2 second off rate ( a begins to flash once every three seconds . IC0005 door , the trunk , or the hood is open and The system is now activated . If , during the key is not in the ACC or ON position ) . The theft warning system provides visual this 30 - second time period , the door is When the ignition key is turned to the and audio alarm signals if parts of the unlocked by the key or the multi - remote ACC or ON position , the SECURITY light vehicle are disturbed . controller , or the ignition key is turned to turns off . ACC or ON , the system will not activate . How to activate the theft warning Theft warning system operation c If the key is turned slowly when lock - system ing the door , the system may not acti - The theft warning system emits the follow - vate . Furthermore , if the key is turned 1 . Close all windows . ing alarm : excessively to the unlock position , the 2 . Remove the key from the ignition switch . c The headlights blink and the horn sounds system may be deactivated when the intermittently . In addition , the starter mo - key is removed . If the indicator light 3 . Close the hood , trunk lid and all doors . tor does not operate . fails to glow for 30 seconds , unlock 4 . Push the button on the multi - remote the door once and lock it again . c The alarm automatically turns off after 2 controller . All the doors lock . The hazard to 3 minutes . However , the alarm reacti - c Even when the driver and / or passen - lights flash twice and the horn beeps vates if the vehicle is tampered with gers are in the vehicle , the system will once to indicate all doors are locked . Instruments and controls 2 - 9 Z X
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again . The alarm can be shut off by The hazard lights will quickly flash three times to confirm that the horn beep feature unlocking a door or trunk lid with the key has been reactivated . button on the or by pressing the multi - remote controller . Deactivating the horn beep feature does not silence the horn if the alarm is triggered . The alarm is activated by : If the system does not operate as de - c opening the door or trunk lid without scribed above , have it checked by an using the key ( even if the door is un - authorized NISSAN dealer . locked by releasing the door inside lock switch ) or opening the trunk lid by oper - ating the opener lever . c opening the hood . AIC1037 c pushing in or pulling out the key cylinder on the door or trunk lid . Silencing the horn beep feature How to stop the alarm If desired , the horn beep feature can be deactivated using the multi - remote controller . The alarm stops only by unlocking a door or the trunk lid with the key or by pressing To deactivate : Press and hold the and the button on the multi - remote control - buttons for at least two seconds . ler . The alarm does not stop if the ignition The hazard lights will quickly flash three switch is turned to ACC or ON position . 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 AIC0645 AIC0646 To defog the rear window glass , start the Push the lever down to operate the wiper . c Operating the washer if the reservoir Pull the lever toward you to operate the engine and push the rear window defogger tank is empty . washer . The ignition switch must be in the switch on . ( The indicator light on the switch ON position for the wipers or washer to be comes on . ) Push the switch again to turn activated . Operating the washer automati - the defogger off . WARNING cally cycles the wipers two times . In freezing temperatures the washer The rear window defogger switch automati - solution may freeze on the windshield cally turns off after approximately 15 min - CAUTION and obscure your vision , which may utes . The following could damage the washer lead to an accident . Warm the wind - system : shield with the defroster before you CAUTION wash the windshield . c Operating the washer continuously When cleaning the inner side of the for more than 30 seconds . rear window , be careful not to scratch or damage the rear window defogger . Instruments and controls 2 - 11 Z X
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HEADLIGHT AND TURN SIGNAL SWITCH AIC1038 If the parking brake is applied before the Lighting Passing signal engine is started , the daytime running lights Pulling and releasing the lever flashes the Turn the switch to the position : do not illuminate . The daytime running lights headlight high beams on and off . illuminate once the parking brake is re - The front parking , tail , license plate and leased . The daytime running lights will re - DAYTIME RUNNING LIGHT instrument panel lights come on . main on until the ignition switch is turned off . SYSTEM ( Canada only ) Turn the switch to the position : WARNING The headlights automatically illuminate at a The headlights come on and all the other When the daytime running light system reduced intensity when the engine is started lights remain on . is active , tail lights on your vehicle are with the parking brake released . The day - not on . It is necessary at dusk to turn To select the high beam function , push the time running lights operate with the head - on your headlights . Failure to do so lever forward . The high beam lights come light switch in the OFF position or in the could cause an accident injuring your - on and the light illuminates . Pull it position . Turn the headlight switch self and others . to the position for full illumination back to select the low beam . when driving at night . 2 - 12 Instruments and controls Z X
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INSTRUMENT BRIGHTNESS FRONT FOG LIGHT SWITCH CONTROL ( if so equipped ) Turn signal Move the lever up or down to signal the turning direction . When the turn is com - pleted , the turn signals cancel automati - cally . Lane change signal To signal a lane change , move the lever up or down to the point where the indicator light begins to flash , but the lever does not latch . AIC0608 AIC0618 The instrument brightness control operates To turn the front fog lights on , rotate the when the headlight switch is in the position . switch to the or position . To turn them off , rotate the switch to the Turn the control to adjust the brightness of OFF position . instrument panel lights . The headlight switch must be in the position ( low beam headlights on ) for the fog lights to operate . The fog lights automatically turn off whenever the high - beam headlight function is selected . Instruments and controls 2 - 13 Z X
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HAZARD WARNING FLASHER CIGARETTE LIGHTER SWITCH ( accessory ) AND ASHTRAY c Turn signals do not work when the hazard warning flasher lights are on . The flashers can be actuated with the igni - tion switch in either the OFF or ON position . Some state laws may prohibit the use of the hazard warning flasher switch while driving . AIC0647 Push the switch on to warn other drivers when you must stop or park under emer - gency conditions . All turn signal lights flash . WARNING c When stalled or stopped on the road - way under emergency conditions , AIC0607 move the vehicle well off the road . The cigarette lighter element is an acces - c Do not use the hazard warning flashers sory . A genuine NISSAN cigarette lighter can while moving on the highway unless be purchased from an authorized NISSAN unusual circumstances force you to dealer . drive so slowly that your vehicle might become a hazard to other traffic . 2 - 14 Instruments and controls Z X
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CUP HOLDER The cigarette lighter operates when the CAUTION ignition switch is in the ACC or ON position . c Avoid abrupt starting and braking Push the lighter in all the way . When the when the cup holder is being used to lighter is heated , it springs out . prevent spilling the drink . If the liq - uid is hot , it can scald you or your Return the lighter to its original position after passenger . use . c Use only soft cups in the cupholder . WARNING Hard objects can injure you in an The cigarette lighter should not be accident . used while driving in order that full attention may be given to the driving operation . AIC0087 To open , pull the cup holder out fully . To CAUTION close , push the cup holder in fully . The cigarette lighter socket is a power source for the cigarette lighter element The cup holder and the ashtray cannot be only . The use of the cigarette lighter used at the same time . Close the ashtray socket as a power source for any other before using the cup holder . accessory is not recommended . WARNING The driver should not pull out the cup holder or remove or insert cups into the cup holder while driving in order that full attention may be given to the driv - ing operation . Instruments and controls 2 - 15 Z X
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MANUAL WINDOWS POWER WINDOWS ( if so equipped ) WARNING 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 serious acci - AIC0648 AIC1039 dents . The power windows operate only when the The side windows can be opened or closed by turning the hand crank on each door . ignition key is in the ON position . To open a window on the driver side , turn To open the driver side window , push the the crank clockwise . To close a window , driver’s side switch down until the desired turn the crank counterclockwise . window position is reached . To close the window , lift the switch up . The driver side To open a window on the passenger side , control panel is equipped with switches to turn the crank counterclockwise . To close a open or close all the windows . window , turn the crank clockwise . Locking passengers ’ windows When the window lock button is depressed , only the driver side window can be opened or closed . Push it again to cancel the win - dow lock function . 2 - 16 Instruments and controls Z X
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AIC1051 AIC1032 AIC0615 The passenger side switch opens or closes Rear power windows Automatic power window switch only the passenger side window . To open The rear power window switches open or To fully open the driver’s side window , press the window , push the switch down . To close close only the corresponding window . To the driver’s side window switch down to the the window , lift the switch up . open the window , push the switch down . To second detent and release it ; it need not be close the window , lift the switch up . held . The window automatically opens all the way . To stop the window , pull up on the switch while the window is opening . Instruments and controls 2 - 17 Z X
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SUNROOF INTERIOR LIGHT ( if so equipped ) To tilt the sunroof down , push the switch toward DOWN / OPEN . Sun shade Open and close the sun shade by sliding it forward or backward . WARNING c In an accident , you could be thrown from the vehicle through an open sunroof . Always use seat belts and child restraints properly . c Do not allow anyone to stand up or SIC0025 AIC0616 extend any portion of their body out The interior light has a three - position switch . The sunroof only operates with the ignition of the sunroof opening while the key in the ON position . vehicle is in motion , or while the The interior light operates regardless of sunroof is closing . ignition key position . Sliding the sunroof c When the switch is in the OFF position , To open the sunroof , push the switch CAUTION the interior light does not illuminate , re - toward DOWN / OPEN . gardless of door position . c Remove water drops , snow , ice or To close the sunroof , push the switch sand from the sunroof before open - c When the switch is in the center j toward UP / CLOSE . ing . position , the interior light illuminates Tilting the sunroof c Do not place heavy objects on the when a door is opened . sunroof or surrounding area . Close the sunroof by pushing the switch c When the switch is in the ON position , toward UP / CLOSE . Release the switch , the interior light illuminates , regardless of then push the UP / CLOSE switch to tilt the door position . sunroof up . 2 - 18 Instruments and controls Z X
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CAUTION Leaving the interior light switch in the ON position for extended periods of time results in a discharged battery . TRUNK LIGHT ( if so equipped ) The light illuminates when the trunk lid is opened . When the trunk lid is closed , the light goes off . For bulb replacement proce - dures , refer to “ Bulb replacement � in the ‘ ‘ Do - it - yourself ’ ’ section of this manual . Instruments and controls 2 - 19 Z X
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