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Welcome to the growing family of new NISSAN Before driving your vehicle please read this Own- MODIFICATION OF YOUR VEHICLE
owners. This vehicle is delivered to you with ers Manual carefully. This will ensure familiarity
confidence. It was produced using the latest with controls and maintenance requirements, as- This vehicle should not be modified.
techniques and strict quality control. sisting you in the safe operation of your vehicle. Modification could affect its
performance, safety or durability, and
This manual was prepared to help you under-
WARNING may even violate governmental
stand the operation and maintenance of your
vehicle so that you may enjoy many miles (kilome- IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION regulations. In addition, damage or per-
ters) of driving pleasure. Please read through this REMINDERS FOR SAFETY! formance problems resulting from modi-
manual before operating your vehicle. fications may not be covered under
Follow these important driving rules to
NISSAN warranties.
A separate Warranty Information Booklet help ensure a safe and comfortable trip
explains details about the warranties cov- for you and your passengers!
ering your vehicle. The NISSAN Service NEVER drive under the influence of al-
and Maintenance Guide explains details cohol or drugs.
about maintaining and servicing your ve-
hicle. Additionally, a separate Customer ALWAYS observe posted speed limits
Care/Lemon Law Booklet (U.S. only) will and never drive too fast for conditions.
explain how to resolve any concerns you ALWAYS give your full attention to driving
may have with your vehicle, as well as and avoid using vehicle features or taking
clarify your rights under your states lemon other actions that could distract you.
law.
ALWAYS use your seat belts and appro-
Your NISSAN dealership knows your vehicle priate child restraint systems. Preteen
best. When you require any service or have any children should be seated in the rear
questions, they will be glad to assist you with the seat.
extensive resources available to them.
ALWAYS provide information about the
proper use of vehicle safety features to
all occupants of the vehicle.
ALWAYS review this Owners Manual
for important safety information.
CAUTION
This is used to indicate the presence of a Arrows in an illustration that are similar to these
hazard that could cause minor or moder- indicate movement or action.
ate personal injury or damage to your ve-
hicle. To avoid or reduce the risk, the pro-
cedures must be followed carefully. Arrows in an illustration that are similar to these
call attention to an item in the illustration.
BLUETOOTHt is a
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Airbags, seat belts and child restraints . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 0-2 Instrument panel. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 0-7
Exterior front . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 0-3 Engine compartment check locations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 0-8
Exterior rear. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 0-4 Warning/indicator lights . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 0-9
Passenger compartment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 0-6
LII0080
WII0101
HATCHBACK MODEL
1. Rear hatch opener switch (P. 3-22)
2. Rear window defroster switch (P. 2-19)
3. Antenna (P. 4-28)
4. Child safety rear door locks (P. 3-6)
5. Fuel-filler door (P. 3-26)
6. Fuel-filler cap, fuel recommendation
(P. 3-26, P. 9-3)
7. Replacing bulbs (P. 8-27)
8. Interior hatch release (P. 3-23)
9. Rear window washer (P. 2-18)
See the page number indicated in paren-
theses for operating details.
WII0093
WII0102
LII0083
WDI0631
Anti-lock Braking 2-7 Intelligent Key lock 2-9 Seat belt warning 2-11
or System (ABS) warn- warning light (M/T light and chime
ing light (if so models)(if so
equipped) equipped) Supplemental air 2-11
bag warning light
Brake warning light 2-7 Intelligent Key sys- 2-9
or tem warning light (if
so equipped) Indicator Name Page
light
Low fuel warning 2-9
Charge warning light 2-8 light Automatic Transmis- 2-11
sion (A/T) / Con-
Low tire pressure 2-9 tinuously Variable
Door open warning 2-8 warning light (if so Transmission (CVT)
light equipped) position indicator
light
Electric power 2-8 Low windshield 2-10
steering warning washer fluid warning CRUISE main 2-11
light light (if so equipped) switch indicator light
(if so equipped)
Engine oil pressure 2-8 P position selecting 2-10
warning light warning light (CVT Cruise SET switch 2-12
models)(if so indicator light (if so
High temperature 2-8 equipped) equipped)
warning light (red)
ARS1152
WRS0134 SSS0136
Adjust the head restraint so the center is level PRECAUTIONS ON SEAT BELT
with the center of your ears. USAGE
If you are wearing your seat belt properly ad-
justed and you are sitting upright and well back in
your seat with both feet on the floor, your chances
of being injured or killed in an accident and/or the
severity of injury may be greatly reduced.
NISSAN strongly encourages you and all of your
passengers to buckle up every time you drive,
even if your seating position includes a supple-
mental air bag.
Most U.S. states and Canadian provinces
or territories specify that seat belts be worn
at all times when a vehicle is being driven.
WARNING WARNING
Every person who drives or rides in this The seat belt should be properly ad-
vehicle should use a seat belt at all justed to a snug fit. Failure to do so may
times. Children should be properly re- reduce the effectiveness of the entire
strained in the rear seat and, if appro- restraint system and increase the
priate, in a child restraint. chance or severity of injury in an acci-
dent. Serious injury or death can occur
if the seat belt is not worn properly.
LRS0661 LRS0662
LATCH webbing-mounted attachment LATCH rigid-mounted attachment
Installing child restraint LATCH anchor LATCH child restraints generally require the use
of a top tether strap. See Top tether strap child
attachments restraint later in this section for installation in-
LATCH compatible child restraints include two structions.
rigid or webbing-mounted attachments that can When installing a child restraint, carefully read
be connected to two anchors located at certain and follow the instructions in this manual and
seating positions in your vehicle. With this sys- those supplied with the child restraint. See Child
tem, you do not have to use a vehicle seat belt to restraint installation using LATCH later in this
secure the child restraint. Check your child re- section.
straint for a label stating that it is compatible with
LATCH. This information may also be in the in-
structions provided by the child restraint manu-
facturer.
WARNING
Child restraint anchor points are de-
signed to withstand only those loads
imposed by correctly fitted child re-
straints. Under no circumstances are
they to be used for adult seat belts or
harnesses.
WRS0759 WRS0760
Do not allow cargo to contact the top Hatchback Sedan
tether strap when it is attached to the
top tether anchor. Properly secure the Top Tether Anchor Point Locations 2. Position the top tether strap over the top of
the seatback.
cargo so it does not contact the top Anchor points are located on the back of the rear
tether strap. Cargo that is not properly seats (hatchback model) or on the rear parcel 3. Secure the tether strap to the tether anchor
secured or cargo that contacts the top shelf (sedan model). point on the seat directly behind the child
tether strap may damage it during a restraint.
collision. Your child could be seriously Installing top tether strap (hatchback 4. Tighten the tether strap according to the
injured or killed in a collision if the top model) manufacturers instructions to remove any
tether strap is damaged.
First, secure the child restraint with the LATCH slack.
system (rear outboard seat positions only) or the If you have any questions when installing a
seat belt, as applicable. top tether strap child restraint on the rear
1. Remove the head restraint. Store it in a seat, consult your NISSAN dealer for de-
secure location. Be sure to install the head tails.
restraint when the child restraint is removed.
SafetySeats, seat belts and supplemental restraint system 1-19
WRS0697 WRS0801
Front facing step 6 Rear facing web-mounted step 2
6. Before placing the child in the child restraint, 2. Secure the child restraint anchor attach-
hold the child restraint near the LATCH at- ments to the LATCH lower anchors. Check
tachment and use force to push the child to make sure the LATCH attachment is prop-
restraint from side to side, and tug it forward erly attached to the lower anchors.
to make sure that it is securely held in place.
It should not move more than 1 in (25 mm). If
it does move more than 1 in (25 mm), pull
again on the anchor attachments to further
tighten the child restraint. If you are unable to
properly secure the restraint, move the re-
straint to another seating position and try
again, or try a different child restraint. Not all
child restraints fit in all types of vehicles.
WRS0763 ARS1098
Rear facing step 6 PRECAUTIONS ON BOOSTER
6. Before placing the child in the child restraint, SEATS
hold the child restraint near the seat belt
path and use force to push the child restraint
WARNING
from side to side, and tug it forward to make
sure that it is securely held in place. It should Infants and small children should al-
not move more than 1 in (25 mm). If it does ways be placed in an appropriate child
move more than 1 in (25 mm), pull again on restraint while riding in the vehicle.
the shoulder belt to further tighten the child Failure to use a child restraint or
restraint. If you are unable to properly secure booster seat can result in serious injury
the restraint, move the restraint to another or death.
rear seating position and try again, or try a
different child restraint. Not all child re-
straints fit in all types of vehicles.
CAUTION
Do not use the lap/shoulder belt Auto-
matic Locking Retractor mode when using
a booster seat with the seat belts.
WRS0699 LRS0451
Follow these steps to install a booster seat in the 1. If you must install a booster seat in the Rear center position
rear seat or in the front passenger seat: front seat, move the seat to the rear-
most position.
2. Position the booster seat on the seat. Only
place it in a front facing direction. Always
follow the booster seat manufacturers in-
structions.
LRS0452 LRS0454
Rear outboard position Front passenger position
3. The booster seat should be positioned on 6. Follow the warnings, cautions and instruc-
the vehicle seat so that it is stable. If neces- tions for properly fastening a seat belt
sary, adjust or remove the head restraint to shown in the Three-point seat belt with
obtain the correct booster seat fit. See retractor earlier in this section.
Head restraint adjustment earlier in this
section. If the head restraint is removed,
store it in a secure place. Be sure to install
the head restraint when the booster seat is
removed. If the seating position does not
have an adjustable head restraint and it is
interfering with the proper booster seat fit,
try another seating position or a different
booster seat.
WARNING
Never let children ride unrestrained or
extend their hands or face out of the
window. Do not attempt to hold them in
your lap or arms. Some examples of
dangerous riding positions are shown
in the illustrations.
WARNING
Once a front air bag, side air bag, or
curtain air bag has inflated, the air bag
module will not function again and
must be replaced. Additionally, if any of
the front air bags inflate, the activated
pretensioners must also be replaced.
The air bag module and pretensioners
should be replaced by a NISSAN dealer.
The air bag module and pretensioners
cannot be repaired.
LIC0962
SPEEDOMETER AND ODOMETER
Speedometer
The speedometer indicates the vehicle speed.
LIC0961
1. Tachometer 5. Automatic Transmission (A/T)/
2. Speedometer Continuously Variable Transmission
3. Fuel gauge (CVT) position indicator
4. Odometer (total/twin trip) 6. Trip odometer change button
SIC2852 LIC0963
Odometer/Twin trip odometer TACHOMETER
The odometer/twin trip odometer is displayed The tachometer indicates engine speed in revo-
when the ignition switch is in the ON position. lutions per minute (rpm). Do not rev the engine
into the red zone s
1 .
The odometer s 1 records the total distance the
vehicle has been driven.
CAUTION
The twin trip odometer s
2 records the distance
When engine speed approaches the red
of individual trips.
zone, shift to a higher gear or reduce en-
gine speed. Operating the engine in the
red zone may cause serious engine
damage.
CAUTION
If the vehicle runs out of fuel,
the Malfunction Indicator Light
(MIL) may come on. Refuel as soon as
possible. After a few driving trips,
the light should turn off. If the
light remains on after a few driving
trips, have the vehicle inspected by a
NISSAN dealer.
LIC0964 For additional information, see Mal-
FUEL GAUGE function Indicator Light (MIL) later in
this section.
The gauge indicates the approximate fuel level
in the tank.
The gauge may move slightly during braking,
turning, acceleration, or going up or down hills.
The gauge needle returns to E (Empty) after the
ignition key is turned to OFF.
The low fuel warning light comes on when the
amount of fuel in the tank is getting low.
Refill the fuel tank before the gauge regis-
ters E (Empty).
or Anti-lock Braking System Low fuel warning light Front passenger air bag status light
(ABS) warning light (if so
equipped)
or Brake warning light Low tire pressure warning light (if so High beam indicator light (Blue)
equipped)
Charge warning light Low windshield washer fluid warning light (if Low temperature indicator light (blue) (if so
so equipped) equipped)
Door open warning light P position selecting warning light (CVT mod- Malfunction Indicator Light (MIL)
els) (if so equipped)
Electric power steering warning light Seat belt warning light and chime Overdrive off indicator light (A/T / CVT models)
Engine oil pressure warning light Supplemental air bag warning light Security indicator light
High temperature warning light (Red) Automatic Transmission (A/T)/Continuously Turn signal/hazard indicator lights
Variable Transmission (CVT) position indicator
light
Intelligent Key lock warning light (M/T mod- CRUISE main switch indicator light (if so
els) (if so equipped) equipped)
Intelligent Key system warning light (if so Cruise SET switch indicator light (if so
equipped) equipped)
When the ignition switch is in the ON position, The engine oil pressure warning light is not
CAUTION the power steering warning light illuminates. After designed to indicate a low oil level. Use the
Do not continue driving if the drive belt is starting the engine, the power steering warning dipstick to check the oil level. See Engine oil in
loose, broken or missing. light turns off. This indicates the power steering the Maintenance and do-it-yourself section of
system is operational. this manual.
Door open warning light
If the power steering warning light illuminates CAUTION
while the engine is running, it may indicate the
This light comes on when any of the doors are not Running the engine with the engine oil
power steering system is not functioning properly
closed securely while the ignition key is in the ON pressure warning light on could cause se-
and may need servicing. Have the power steering
position. rious damage to the engine almost imme-
system checked by a NISSAN dealer.
diately. Such damage is not covered by
Electric power steering When the power steering warning light illumi- warranty. Turn off the engine as soon as it
warning light nates with the engine running, there will be no is safe to do so.
power assist for the steering but you will still have
WARNING control of the vehicle. At this time, greater steer- High temperature warning
If the engine is not running or is turned ing effort is required to operate the steering light (red)
off while driving, the power assist for wheel, especially in sharp turns and at low
When the ignition switch is in the ON position,
the steering will not work. Steering will speeds. the high temperature warning light illuminates
be harder to operate. and then turns off. This indicates that the high
See Power steering in the Starting and driving
section. temperature sensor in the engine coolant system
is operational.
2-8 Instruments and controls
Any doors are not closed securely when The system helps deter vehicle theft but cannot
locking the doors. prevent it, nor can it prevent the theft of interior or
When the buzzer sounds, be sure to check both exterior vehicle components in all situations. Al-
the vehicle and the Intelligent Key. See Intelli- ways secure your vehicle even if parking for a
gent Key system in the Pre-driving checks and brief period. Never leave your keys in the ignition,
adjustments section. and always lock the vehicle when unattended. Be
aware of your surroundings, and park in secure,
Light reminder chime well-lit areas whenever possible.
With the ignition switch in the OFF position, a Many devices offering additional protection, such
chime sounds when the drivers door is opened if as component locks, identification markers, and
the headlights or parking lights are on. tracking systems, are available at auto supply
stores and specialty shops. Your NISSAN dealer
Turn the headlight control switch off before leav-
may also offer such equipment. Check with your
ing the vehicle.
LIC0978 insurance company to see if you may be eligible
Parking brake reminder chime Your vehicle may have two types of security sys-
for discounts for various theft protection features.
A chime sounds if the parking brake is set and the tems: How to arm the vehicle security
vehicle is driven. The chime will stop if the parking
Vehicle security system (if so equipped) system
brake is released or the vehicle speed returns to
zero. NISSAN Vehicle Immobilizer System 1. Close all windows. (The system can be
armed even if the windows are open.)
VEHICLE SECURITY SYSTEM (if so 2. Turn the ignition switch to the LOCK posi-
equipped) tion and remove the key.
The vehicle security system provides visual and 3. Close all doors. Lock all doors. The doors
audible alarm signals if someone opens the doors can be locked with:
when the system is armed. It is not, however, a the power door lock switch (if the door is
motion detection type system that activates when opened, locked and then closed).
a vehicle is moved or when a vibration occurs.
the key master or mechanical (Intelli-
gent Key models).
2-14 Instruments and controls
If the light still remains on and/or the en- Push the lever up s 4 to have one sweep opera-
gine will not start, see a NISSAN dealer for tion (MIST) of the wiper.
NISSAN Vehicle Immobilizer System ser-
vice as soon as possible. Please bring all Pull the lever toward you s 5 to operate the
registered keys that you have when visiting washer. The wiper will also operate several times.
your NISSAN dealer for service.
WARNING
In freezing temperatures the washer solu-
tion may freeze on the windshield and
obscure your vision which may lead to an
accident. Warm the windshield with the
defroster before you wash the windshield.
CAUTION
LIC0965
Do not operate the washer continu-
SWITCH OPERATION ously for more than 30 seconds.
The windshield wiper and washer operates when Do not operate the washer if the reser-
the ignition switch is in the ON position. voir tank is empty.
Push the lever down to operate the wiper at the Do not fill the window washer reservoir
following speed: tank with washer fluid concentrates at
full strength. Some methyl alcohol
s
1 Intermittent (INT) intermittent operation based washer fluid concentrates may
can be adjusted by turning the knob toward permanently stain the grille if spilled
sA (Slower) or s B (Faster). while filling the window washer reser-
voir tank.
s
2 Low (LO) continuous low speed operation
s
3 High (HI) continuous high speed opera-
tion
CAUTION
Do not operate the washer continu-
ously for more than 30 seconds.
Do not operate the washer if the reser-
voir tank is empty.
LIC0966 Do not fill the window washer reservoir
The rear window wiper and washer operate when tank with washer fluid concentrates at
the ignition switch is in the ON position. full strength. Some methyl alcohol
based washer fluid concentrates may
Turn the switch clockwise from the OFF position permanently stain the grille if spilled
to operate the wiper. while filling the window washer reser-
s
1 Intermittent (INT) intermittent operation voir tank.
(not adjustable) Pre-mix washer fluid concentrates with
water to the manufacturers recom-
s
2 ON continuous low speed operation
mended levels before pouring the fluid
Push the switch forward s 3 to operate the into the window washer reservoir tank.
washer. The wiper will also operate several times. Do not use the window washer reservoir
tank to mix the washer fluid concen-
trate and water.
LIC0394 LIC0604
Push the switch on to warn other drivers when To sound the horn, push the center pad area of
you must stop or park under emergency condi- the steering wheel.
tions. All turn signal lights flash.
WARNING
WARNING
Do not disassemble the horn. Doing so
If stopping for an emergency, be sure to could affect proper operation of the
move the vehicle well off the road. supplemental front air bag system. Tam-
pering with the supplemental front air bag
Do not use the hazard warning flashers
system may result in serious personal
while moving on the highway unless
injury.
unusual circumstances force you to
drive so slowly that your vehicle might
become a hazard to other traffic.
Turn signals do not work when the haz-
ard warning flasher lights are on.
WIC1002 LIC0972
WARNING
Keep glove box lid closed while driving to
help prevent injury in an accident or a
sudden stop.
The light illuminates when the rear hatch is The light illuminates when the trunk lid is opened.
opened. When the rear hatch is closed, the light When the trunk lid is closed, the light goes off.
will turn off. For bulb replacement procedures, refer to Exte-
rior and interior lights in the Maintenance and
The light also illuminates with other interior lights
do-it-yourself section of this manual.
when the interior light switch is in the DOOR
position. See Interior light earlier in this section.
The lights will turn off automatically after 15 min-
utes while doors are open to prevent the battery
from becoming discharged.
A key number is only necessary when you have Vehicle Immobilizer System during registration.
lost all keys and do not have one to duplicate Any key that is not given to your dealer at the time
from. If you still have a key, your NISSAN dealer of registration will no longer be able to start your
can duplicate it. vehicle.
NISSAN VEHICLE IMMOBILIZER Do not allow the immobilizer system key, which
contains an electrical transponder, to come into
SYSTEM KEYS (if so equipped) contact with salt water. This could affect system
You can only drive your vehicle using the master function.
keys which are registered to the NISSAN Vehicle
Immobilizer System components in your vehicle.
These keys have a transponder chip in the key
head.
The master key can be used for all the locks.
LPD0348
1. Two master keys (black) with transpon- Never leave these keys in the vehicle.
der chip and chrome NISSAN brand Additional or replacement keys:
symbol on one side
If you still have a key, the key number is not
2. Transponder chip necessary when you need extra NISSAN Vehicle
3. Key number plate Immobilizer System keys. Your dealer can dupli-
A key number plate is supplied with your keys. cate your existing key. As many as five NISSAN
Record the key number and keep it in a safe place Vehicle Immobilizer System keys can be used
(such as your wallet), not in the vehicle. If you lose with one vehicle. You should bring all NISSAN
your keys, see a NISSAN dealer for duplicates by Vehicle Immobilizer System keys that you have to
using the key number. NISSAN does not record your NISSAN dealer for registration. This is be-
key numbers so it is very important to keep track cause the registration process will erase the
of your key number plate. memory of all key codes previously registered
into the NISSAN Vehicle Immobilizer System.
After the registration process, these components
will only recognize keys coded into the NISSAN
3-2 Pre-driving checks and adjustments
CAUTION
Do not allow the Intelligent Key, which
contains electrical components, to
come into contact with water or salt
water. This could affect the system
function.
LPD0350 Do not drop the Intelligent Key. SPA1951
1. Two Intelligent Keys Do not strike the Intelligent Key sharply Mechanical key
2. Mechanical keys (inside Intelligent against another object.
The Intelligent Key contains the mechanical key,
Keys) Do not place the Intelligent Key for an which can be used in case of a discharged bat-
3. Key number plate extended period in an area where tem- tery.
INTELLIGENT KEYS (if so equipped) peratures exceed 140F (60C).
To remove the mechanical key, release the lock
Do not attach the Intelligent Key with a
Your vehicle can only be driven with the Intelligent key holder that contains a magnet. knob on the back of the Intelligent Key.
Keys which are registered to your vehicles Intel-
Do not place the Intelligent Key near To install the mechanical key, firmly insert it into
ligent Key system components and NISSAN Ve-
equipment that produces a magnetic the Intelligent Key until the lock knob returns to
hicle Immobilizer System components.
field, such as a TV, audio equipment and the lock position.
Never leave these keys in the vehicle. personal computers. The mechanical key can be used for operation in
As many as 4 Intelligent Keys can be registered the same way as an ordinary key.
and used with one vehicle. The new keys must be
registered by a NISSAN dealer prior to use with
Pre-driving checks and adjustments 3-3
CAUTION WARNING
Always carry the mechanical key installed Always have the doors locked while
in the Intelligent Key slot. driving. Along with the use of seat belts,
this provides greater safety in the event
of an accident by helping to prevent
persons from being thrown from the
vehicle. This also helps keep children
and others from unintentionally open-
ing the doors, and will help keep out
intruders.
Before opening any door, always look
for and avoid oncoming traffic.
Do not leave children unattended inside LPD0349
the vehicle. They could unknowingly ac- Drivers side
tivate switches or controls. Unattended
children could become involved in seri- LOCKING WITH KEY
ous accidents.
Manual
To lock a door, turn the key toward the front of the
vehicle s1 . To unlock, turn the key toward the rear
s2 .
LPD0209
HOW TO USE REMOTE KEYLESS
ENTRY SYSTEM
Locking doors
1. Close all windows.
2. Remove the key from the ignition switch.
3. Close all doors and the rear hatch/trunk.
4. Push the button on the keyfob. All
the doors lock. The hazard warning lights
flash twice and the horn beeps once to
indicate all doors are locked.
Unlocking doors Any door is opened. Using the panic alarm (if so equipped)
Push the button on the keyfob once. A key is inserted into the ignition switch and If you are near your vehicle and feel threatened,
the key is turned from OFF to ON. you may activate the panic alarm to call attention
Only the drivers door unlocks.
by pushing and holding the button on the
The hazard warning lights flash once if all keyfob for longer than 0.5 second.
doors are completely closed with the ignition
key in any position except the ON position. The panic alarm and headlights will stay on for 25
seconds.
The interior light turns on and the light timer
activates for 30 seconds when the interior The panic alarm stops when:
light switch is in the DOOR position with the it has run for 25 seconds, or
ignition key in any position except the ON
position. any button is pushed on the keyfob.
Push the button on the keyfob again within
5 seconds.
3-8 Pre-driving checks and adjustments
Using the interior light taking the key out from a pocket or purse. The
operating environment and/or conditions may af-
Push the button on the keyfob once to turn fect the Intelligent Key system operation.
on the interior lights.
Be sure to read the following before using the
For additional information, refer to Interior light
Intelligent Key system.
in the Instruments and controls section earlier in
this manual.
CAUTION
Be sure to carry the Intelligent Key with
you when operating the vehicle.
Never leave the Intelligent Key in the
vehicle when you leave the vehicle.
The Intelligent Key is always communicating with
LPD0350
the vehicle as it receives radio waves. The Intel-
1. Two Intelligent Keys ligent Key system transmits weak radio waves.
2. Mechanical keys (inside Intelligent Environmental conditions may interfere with the
Keys) operation of the Intelligent Key system under the
3. Key number plate following operating conditions.
Although the life of the battery varies depending Do not drop the Intelligent Key.
on the operating conditions, the batterys life is Do not strike the Intelligent Key sharply
approximately 2 years. If the battery is dis- against another object.
charged, replace it with a new one. Do not change or modify the Intelligent
When the Intelligent Key battery is low, the Intel- Key.
ligent Key system warning light ( ) will blink Wetting may damage the Intelligent
green for about 30 seconds after the ignition Key. If the Intelligent Key gets wet, im-
switch is turned to the ON position. mediately wipe until it is completely dry.
Since the Intelligent Key is continuously receiving Do not place the Intelligent Key for an
radio waves, if the key is left near equipment extended period in an area where tem-
which transmits strong radio waves, such as sig- peratures exceed 140F (60C).
nals from a TV and personal computer, the bat- Do not attach the Intelligent Key with a
tery life may become shorter. key holder that contains a magnet.
For information regarding replacement of a bat-
tery, see Battery in the Maintenance and do-it-
yourself section.
WPD0368 WPD0358
INTELLIGENT KEY OPERATION Locking doors
You can lock or unlock the doors without taking 1. Turn the ignition switch to the LOCK posi-
the key out of your pocket or bag. tion. (Remove the key if any key is in the
When you carry the Intelligent Key with you, you ignition switch.)
can lock or unlock all doors by pushing the door 2. Close all doors and the rear hatch/trunk.
handle request switch or rear hatch/trunk request
switch within the range of operation. 3. Push any door handle request switch s 1 or
the rear hatch/trunk request switch s 2 while
carrying the Intelligent Key with you.
4. All doors and the rear hatch/trunk will lock.
5. The hazard warning lights flash twice and
the outside buzzer sounds twice.
To prevent the Intelligent Key from being acci- When the Intelligent Key is placed in-
dentally locked in the vehicle, lockout protection side the glove box or a storage bin.
is equipped with the Intelligent Key system. When the Intelligent Key is placed in-
side the door pockets.
When the drivers side door is open, the doors
are locked, and then the Intelligent Key is put When the Intelligent Key is placed on or
inside the vehicle and all the doors are closed; under the spare tire area.
the lock will automatically unlock and the door When the Intelligent Key is placed in-
buzzer sounds. side or near metallic materials. WPD0358
NOTE: Unlocking doors
The doors may not lock when the intelli- 1. Carry the Intelligent Key.
gent key is in the same hand that is oper-
2. Push the door handle request switch s 1 or
ating the request switch to lock the door.
the rear hatch/trunk request switch s
2 .
Put the intelligent key in a purse, pocket or
your other hand. 3. The hazard warning lights flash once and the
outside buzzer sounds once.
CAUTION 4. Push the door handle request switch s 1
The lockout protection may not function again within 1 minute to unlock all doors and
under the following conditions: the rear hatch/trunk.
When the Intelligent Key is placed on
top of the instrument panel.
Locking doors
1. Turn the ignition switch to the LOCK posi-
tion.
2. Close all doors and the rear hatch/trunk.
3. Push the button on the Intelligent
Key.
4. The hazard warning lights flash twice, the
outside buzzer sounds twice, and the horn
beeps once.
5. All doors and the rear hatch/trunk will be
locked.
WPD0362 WPD0370
When stopping the engine The P position warning light in the instrument The selector lever is not in the P Make sure that the selector lever is in the P (Park) position
panel blinks in red. (Park) position. and turn the ignition knob to LOCK.
When turning the ignition knob The warning chime sounds The ignition knob is not turned to Turn the ignition knob to LOCK.
LOCK.
When starting the engine The key warning light in the instrument panel The battery charge is low. Replace the battery with a new one. See Battery replace-
blinks in green. ment in the Maintenance and do-it-yourself section.
When turning the ignition switch A warning chime sounds continuously. The ignition switch is not turned Turn the ignition switch to the LOCK position.
to the LOCK position.
A warning chime sounds continuously and the
Intelligent Key lock warning light blinks.
When pushing the ignition The Intelligent Key system warning light in the The Intelligent Key is not in the If the Intelligent Key system warning light illuminates red even
switch instrument panel illuminates red. vehicle. while you are carrying the Intelligent Key, the battery is com-
pletely discharged. Replace the battery with a new one. See
Battery replacement in the Maintenance and do-it-yourself
section.
WARNING
Make sure the hood is completely
closed and latched before driving. Fail-
ure to do so could cause the hood to fly
open and result in an accident.
If you see steam or smoke coming from
the engine compartment, to avoid injury
do not open the hood.
WPD0371
1. Pull the hood lock release handle s
1 located Hold the coated parts sA when removing or
below the instrument panel until the hood resetting the support rod. Avoid direct con-
springs up slightly. tact with the metal parts, as they may be
2. Locate the lever s2 in between the hood and hot immediately after the engine has been
grille and push the lever sideways with your stopped.
fingertips. When closing the hood, return the support rod to
3. Raise the hood s
3 . its original position, lower the hood to approxi-
mately 12 inches (30 cm) above the latch and
4. Remove the support rod s
4 and insert it into
release it. This allows proper engagement of the
the slot s
5 .
hood latch.
SPA2048
OPENING THE REAR HATCH
To open the rear hatch, unlock it with one of the
following operations, then push the opener
switch sA.
NOTE:
If you had to open the rear hatch using this
lever, have your vehicle checked by a
NISSAN dealer as soon as possible.
SPA2049 LPD0352
To close the rear hatch, push the rear hatch down REAR HATCH RELEASE
until it securely locks.
The rear hatch release mechanism allows the rear
hatch to be opened in the event of a discharged
battery.
To release the rear hatch from the inside of the
vehicle, perform the following operations:
1. Fold the rear seats down. See Folding rear
seat in the Safety seats, seat belts and
supplemental restraint system section.
2. Put a hand or a suitable tool in the underside
of the rear hatch to access the release lever
sA . Move the release lever to the right. The
rear hatch will be unlatched.
Pre-driving checks and adjustments 3-23
WPD0404 WPD0405
KEY OPERATION INTERIOR TRUNK LID RELEASE
To open the trunk lid, turn the key clockwise. To
close the trunk lid, lower and push the trunk lid WARNING
down securely. 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 seatback and
trunk lid securely latched when not in use,
and prevent childrens access to car keys.
The interior trunk lid release mechanism provides
a means of escape for children and adults in the
event they become locked inside the trunk.
WARNING
Gasoline is extremely flammable and
highly explosive under certain condi-
tions. You could be burned or seriously
injured if it is misused or mishandled.
Always stop the engine and do not
smoke or allow open flames or sparks
near the vehicle when refueling.
Do not attempt to top off the fuel tank
after the fuel pump nozzle shuts off
automatically. Continued refueling may
cause fuel overflow, resulting in fuel
spray and possibly a fire.
WPD0372 LPD0354
Use only an original equipment type
OPENER OPERATION FUEL-FILLER CAP fuel-filler cap as a replacement. It has a
The fuel-filler door release is located below the The fuel-filler cap is a ratcheting type. Turn the built-in safety valve needed for proper
instrument panel. To open the fuel-filler door, pull operation of the fuel system and emis-
cap counterclockwise to remove. To tighten, turn
the release. To lock, close the fuel-filler door sion control system. An incorrect cap
the cap clockwise until ratcheting clicks are
securely. can result in a serious malfunction and
heard. possible injury. It could also cause the
Put the fuel-filler cap on the cap holder s
1 while malfunction indicator light to come on.
refueling. Never pour fuel into the throttle body to
attempt to start your vehicle.
LPD0356 WPD0126
VANITY MIRRORS (if so equipped) REARVIEW MIRROR
To access the vanity mirror, pull the sun visor The night position s 1 reduces glare from the
down and slide the mirror cover open. Some headlights of vehicles behind you at night.
vanity mirrors are illuminated and turn on when
Use the day position s
2 when driving in daylight
the mirror cover is open.
hours.
SIC2872 WARNING
To block out glare from the front, swing down the Use the night position only when neces-
sun visor s
1 . sary, because it reduces rear view clarity.
To block glare from the side, remove the sun visor
from the center mount and swing it to the side s2 .
LPD0237 MPA0008
WARNING
The air conditioner cooling function op-
erates only when the engine is running.
Do not leave children or adults who
would normally require the assistance
of others alone in your vehicle. Pets
should also not be left alone. They
could accidentally injure themselves or
others through inadvertent operation of
the vehicle. Also, on hot, sunny days,
temperatures in a closed vehicle could
quickly become high enough to cause
severe or possibly fatal injuries to
people or animals. WHA0663
Do not use the recirculation mode for 1. Air intake lever (Outside air circulation/ Air flow control dial
long periods as it may cause the interior Air recirculation)
The air flow control dial allows you to select the
air to become stale and the windows to 2. Air flow control dial air flow outlets.
fog up. 3. Fan control dial
4. Air conditioner button Air flows from center and side
5. Temperature control dial ventilators.
Air flows from center and side
CONTROLS ventilators and foot outlets.
Fan control dial Air flows mainly from foot outlets.
Air flows from defroster outlets
The fan control dial turns the fan on and off, and
and foot outlets.
controls fan speed.
Air flows mainly from defroster
outlets.
Use the selection: outlets. 1. Move the air intake lever to the posi-
1. Move the air intake lever to the posi- tion.
when driving on a dusty road.
tion for normal heating. 2. Turn the air flow control dial to the
to prevent traffic fumes from entering pas- position.
senger compartment. 2. Turn the air flow control dial to the
position. 3. Turn the fan control dial to the desired posi-
for maximum cooling when using the air con- tion.
ditioner. 3. Turn the fan control dial to the desired posi-
tion. 4. Turn the temperature control dial to the de-
Air conditioner button sired position between the middle and the
4. Turn the temperature control dial to the de-
sired position between the middle and the hot position.
Start the engine, turn the fan control dial to the
desired position and push the button to hot position. To quickly remove ice or fog from the win-
turn on the air conditioner. The indicator light Ventilation dows, turn the fan control dial to the maxi-
comes on when the air conditioner is operating. mum position and the temperature control
To turn off the air conditioner, push the This mode directs outside air to the side and dial to the full HOT position.
button again. center ventilators.
4-4 Heater, air conditioner, audio and phone systems
3. Turn the fan control dial to the desired posi- Clear snow and ice from the wiper blades 4. Push the button. The indicator light
and air inlet in front of the windshield. This comes on.
tion.
improves heater operation.
4. Turn the temperature control dial to the de- 5. Turn the temperature control dial to the de-
sired position. sired position.
For quick cooling when the outside tem-
Heating and defogging
perature is high, move air intake lever to
This mode heats the interior and defogs the wind- the position. Be sure to return to
shield. the position for normal cooling.
1. Move the air intake lever to the posi- If the high temperature warning
tion. light illuminates in red indicating
engine coolant temperature is over the
2. Turn the air flow control dial to the normal range, turn the air conditioner
position. off. See If your vehicle overheats in
3. Turn the fan control dial to the desired posi- the In case of emergency section of
tion. this manual.
WARNING
The air conditioner system contains re-
frigerant under high pressure. To avoid
personal injury, any air conditioner ser-
vice should be done only by an experi-
enced technician with proper equipment.
WHA1069
RADIO signal distance and interference from other ve- be heard. This can be reduced by adjusting the
hicles can work against ideal reception. De- treble control to reduce treble response.
Turn the ignition key to the ACC or ON position scribed below are some of the factors that can
and press the PWR button to turn the radio on. If Multipath reception: Because of the reflective
affect your radio reception. characteristics of FM signals, direct and reflected
you listen to the radio with the engine not running,
the key should be turned to the ACC position. Some cellular phones or other devices may signals reach the receiver at the same time. The
cause interference or a buzzing noise to come signals may cancel each other, resulting in mo-
Radio reception is affected by station signal from the audio system speakers. Storing the de- mentary flutter or loss of sound.
strength, distance from radio transmitter, build- vice in a different location may reduce or elimi-
ings, bridges, mountains and other external influ- AM RADIO RECEPTION
nate the noise.
ences. Intermittent changes in reception quality AM signals, because of their low frequency, can
normally are caused by these external influences. FM RADIO RECEPTION bend around objects and skip along the ground.
Using a cellular phone in or near the ve- In addition, the signals can be bounced off the
Range: FM range is normally limited to 25 30 mi
hicle may influence radio reception quality. ionosphere and bent back to earth. Because of
(40 48 km), with monaural (single channel) FM these characteristics, AM signals are also sub-
Radio reception having slightly more range than stereo FM. Exter- ject to interference as they travel from transmitter
nal influences may sometimes interfere with FM to receiver.
Your NISSAN radio system is equipped with station reception even if the FM station is within
state-of-the-art electronic circuits to enhance ra- 25 mi (40 km). The strength of the FM signal is Fading: Occurs while the vehicle is passing
dio reception. These circuits are designed to directly related to the distance between the through freeway underpasses or in areas with
extend reception range, and to enhance the qual- transmitter and receiver. FM signals follow a line- many tall buildings. It can also occur for several
ity of that reception. of-sight path, exhibiting many of the same char- seconds during ionospheric turbulence even in
acteristics as light. For example, they will reflect areas where no obstacles exist.
However there are some general characteristics
off objects.
of both FM and AM radio signals that can affect Static: Caused by thunderstorms, electrical
radio reception quality in a moving vehicle, even Fade and drift: As your vehicle moves away from power lines, electric signs and even traffic lights.
when the finest equipment is used. These char- a station transmitter, the signals will tend to fade
acteristics are completely normal in a given re- and/or drift.
ception area, and do not indicate any malfunction
Static and flutter: During signal interference from
in your NISSAN radio system.
buildings, large hills or due to antenna position
Reception conditions will constantly change be- (usually in conjunction with increased distance
cause of vehicle movement. Buildings, terrain, from the station transmitter), static or flutter can
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This audio system can only play pre- MP3 MP3 is short for Moving Pictures
recorded CDs. It has no capability to Experts Group Audio Layer 3. MP3 is the
record or burn CDs. most well-known compressed digital audio
file format. This format allows for near CD
If the CD cannot be played, one of the quality sound, but at a fraction of the size of
following messages will be displayed. normal audio files. MP3 conversion of an
audio track from CD-ROM can reduce the
file size by approximately a 10:1 ratio with
4-12 Heater, air conditioner, audio and phone systems
WHA1090
Playback order chart
*Files created with a combination of 48 kHz sampling frequency and 64 kbps bit rate cannot be played.
LHA0049
CD CARE AND CLEANING
Handle a CD by its edges. Do not bend the
disc. Never touch the surface of the disc.
Always place the discs in the storage case
when they are not being used.
To clean a disc, wipe the surface from the
center to the outer edge using a clean, soft
cloth. Do not wipe the disc using a circular
motion.
Do not use a conventional record cleaner or
alcohol intended for industrial use.
The antenna cannot be shortened, but can be When installing a CB, ham radio or car phone in
folded down or removed. When you need to your NISSAN, be sure to observe the following
remove the antenna, turn the antenna rod coun- precautions, otherwise the new equipment may
terclockwise s
B. adversely affect the engine control system and
other electronic parts.
To install the antenna rod, turn the antenna rod
clockwise s A and hand tighten.
WARNING
CAUTION A cellular telephone should not be used
while driving so full attention may be
Always properly tighten the antenna
given to vehicle operation. Some juris-
rod during installation or the antenna
dictions prohibit the use of cellular tele-
rod may break during vehicle operation.
phones while driving.
Be sure that the antenna is removed
If you must make a call while your ve-
before the vehicle enters an automatic
hicle is in motion, the hands free cellu-
car wash.
lar phone operational mode (if so
Be sure to fold down the antenna be- equipped) is highly recommended. Ex-
fore the vehicle enters a garage with a ercise extreme caution at all times so
low ceiling. full attention may be given to vehicle
operation.
If a conversation in a moving vehicle
requires you to take notes, pull off the
road to a safe location and stop your
LHA0708 vehicle before doing so.
ANTENNA
The antenna should be placed in the rearward
position s
1 for maximum radio reception.
CAUTION WARNING
Keep the antenna as far away as pos- Use a phone after stopping your vehicle
sible from the electronic control in a safe location. If you have to use a
modules. phone while driving, exercise extreme
caution at all times so full attention may
Keep the antenna wire more than 8 in
be given to vehicle operation.
(20 cm) away from the electronic con-
trol system harnesses. Do not route the If you are unable to devote full attention
antenna wire next to any harness. to vehicle operation while talking on
the phone, pull off the road to a safe
Adjust the antenna standing-wave ratio
location and stop your vehicle.
as recommended by the manufacturer.
Connect the ground wire from the CB CAUTION
radio chassis to the body.
To avoid discharging the vehicle battery,
For details, consult a NISSAN dealer. use a phone after starting the engine.
If there are multiple locations associated with the Use the Call Back command to dial the number of
name, the system asks you to choose the loca- the last incoming call within the vehicle.
tion. The system acknowledges the command, re-
Once you have confirmed the name and location, peats the number and begins dialing.
the system begins the call. If a call back number does not exist, the system
announces, There is no number to call back and
ends the VR session.
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To transfer a phone number stored in the cellular When prompted by the system, say the name of The system repeats the number and prompts you
phones memory: the entry you wish to edit. for the next command. When you have finished
entering numbers, choose Store.
Say Transfer entry. The system acknowledges The system acknowledges the name and asks
The system confirms the name, location and
the command and asks you to initiate the transfer you for the location you would like to edit.
number, then announces that the entry has been
from the phone handset. The new contact phone
Say the name of the location. stored. The system then ends the VR session.
4-38 Heater, air conditioner, audio and phone systems
Play s
B The Delete command erases all memos. The
asks you to confirm the deletion.
system asks you to confirm this action before
To delete the current redial number or call back Delete s C
deleting all memos.
number, say redial number or call back num- The Memo Pad records a maximum of 6 voice
ber when prompted by the system. Setup
memos, each up to 20 seconds long.
If a redial number or a call back number exists, the Record s
A
system deletes them without asking for confirma- Main Menu
tion. The system announces Recording and a tone
Setup
sounds, signaling you to begin.
If there is no number for the entry you are trying to Pair Phone s
A
delete, the system says so and ends the VR Speak the information you wish to record clearly.
session. When you are done, press the or List Phone s
B
System fails to interpret the command correctly. 4. Ensure that the ambient noise level is not excessive (for example, windows open or defroster on). NOTE: If it is too
noisy to use the phone, it is likely that the voice commands will not be recognized.
5. If more than one command was said at a time, try saying the commands separately.
6. If the system consistently fails to recognize commands, the voice training procedure should be carried out to im-
prove the recognition response for the speaker. See Speaker adaptation (SA) mode earlier in this section.
1. Ensure that the phone book entry name requested matches what was originally stored. This can be confirmed by
The system consistently selects the wrong entry from the using the List Names command. See Phone book earlier in this section.
phone book.
2. Replace one of the names being confused with a new name.
WARNING EXHAUST GAS (carbon monoxide) The exhaust system and body should be
inspected by a qualified mechanic
Do not leave children or adults who WARNING whenever:
would normally require the assistance
of others alone in your vehicle. Pets Do not breathe exhaust gases; they a. The vehicle is raised for service.
should also not be left alone. They contain colorless and odorless carbon
b. You suspect that exhaust fumes are
could accidentally injure themselves or monoxide. Carbon monoxide is danger-
entering into the passenger
others through inadvertent operation of ous. It can cause unconsciousness or
compartment.
the vehicle. Also, on hot, sunny days, death.
temperatures in a closed vehicle could c. You notice a change in the sound of
If you suspect that exhaust fumes are
quickly become high enough to cause the exhaust system.
entering the vehicle, drive with all win-
severe or possibly fatal injuries to dows fully open, and have the vehicle d. You have had an accident involving
people or animals. inspected immediately. damage to the exhaust system, un-
Closely supervise children when they derbody, or rear of the vehicle.
Do not run the engine in closed spaces
are around cars to prevent them from such as a garage.
playing and becoming locked in the THREE-WAY CATALYST
trunk where they could be seriously in- Do not park the vehicle with the engine
running for any extended length of time. The three-way catalyst is an emission control
jured. Keep the car locked, with the rear device installed in the exhaust system. Exhaust
seatback and trunk lid securely latched Keep the trunk or the rear hatch closed gases in the three-way catalyst are burned at
when not in use, and prevent childrens while driving, otherwise exhaust gases high temperatures to help reduce pollutants.
access to car keys. could be drawn into the passenger
Properly secure all cargo to help pre- compartment. If you must drive with the WARNING
vent it from sliding or shifting. Do not trunk or the rear hatch open, follow
place cargo higher than the seatbacks. these precautions: The exhaust gas and the exhaust sys-
In a sudden stop or collision, unsecured tem are very hot. Keep people, animals
1. Open all the windows. or flammable materials away from the
cargo could cause personal injury.
2. Turn the air recirculation mode off exhaust system components.
and set the fan speed control to the
highest level to circulate the air.
WARNING
Never remove or turn the key to the LOCK
position while driving. The steering wheel
will lock. This may cause the driver to lose
control of the vehicle and could result in
serious vehicle damage or personal injury.
SSD0435 LSD0172
CVT models M/T models
INTELLIGENT KEY SYSTEM (if so CAUTION
equipped) Be sure to carry the Intelligent Key with
The Intelligent Key system can operate the igni- you when operating the vehicle.
tion switch without taking the key out from your Never leave the Intelligent Key inside
pocket or purse. The operating environment the vehicle when you leave the vehicle.
and/or conditions may affect the Intelligent Key
If the vehicle battery is discharged the
system operation.
ignition switch cannot be moved from
the LOCK position and if the steering
lock is engaged, the steering wheel
cannot be moved. Charge the battery as
soon as possible. (See JUMP START-
ING in the In case of emergency sec-
tion of this manual.)
If the Intelligent Key is within the operating range, If the Intelligent Key is placed near the door
it is possible for anyone, even someone who does or window outside the vehicle, the Intelligent
not carry the Intelligent Key, to turn the ignition Key may function.
switch to start the engine.
Starting and driving 5-7
3. Remove the key from the ignition. In order for the steering wheel to be locked, it
must be turned about 1/8 of a turn clockwise
If the selector lever is shifted to the P (Park) from the straight up position.
position after the key is turned to the OFF posi-
tion or when the key cannot be turned to the To lock the steering wheel, turn the key to
the LOCK position. Remove the key. To
LOCK position, proceed as follows to remove the
unlock the steering wheel, insert the key
key.
and turn it gently while rotating the steer-
1. Move the shift selector lever into the P (Park) ing wheel slightly right and left.
SSD0392 position. If the key will not turn from the LOCK posi-
AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION 2. Turn the ignition key slightly toward the ON tion, turn the steering wheel to the left or
position. right while turning the key to unlock the
The ignition lock is designed so the key cannot be key cylinder.
turned to the LOCK position and removed until 3. Turn the key to the LOCK position.
the shift selector lever is moved to the P (Park)
position. 4. Remove the key.
When removing the key from the ignition, make The shift selector lever is designed so it cannot
sure the shift selector lever is in the P (Park) moved out of P (Park) and into any of the other
position. gear positions if the ignition key is turned to OFF
position s1 or if the key is removed from the
If the selector lever is not returned to P (Park)
switch.
position, the key cannot be moved to the LOCK
position. The shift selector lever can be moved if the
ignition switch is in the ON position and the
foot brake pedal is depressed.
KEY POSITIONS NISSAN VEHICLE IMMOBILIZER Make sure the area around the vehicle is
SYSTEM (if so equipped) clear.
LOCK: Normal parking position (0)
The NISSAN Vehicle Immobilizer System will not Check fluid levels such as engine oil, cool-
Intelligent Key system: ant, brake and clutch fluid, and window
allow the engine to start without the use of the
PUSH OFF- The steering lock can only be locked registered key. washer fluid as frequently as possible, or at
at this position. least whenever you refuel.
If the engine fails to start using a registered key
PUSH ON- The ignition switch will be unlocked (for example, when interference is caused by Check that all windows and lights are clean.
while carrying the Intelligent Key. another registered key, an automated toll road Visually inspect tires for their appearance
OFF: (Manual transmission model) (1) device or automatic payment device on the key and condition. Also check tires for proper
ring), restart the engine using the following pro- inflation.
The engine can be turned off without locking the cedures:
steering wheel. Lock all doors.
1. Leave the ignition switch in the ON position
ACC: (Accessories) (2) for approximately 5 seconds. Position seat and adjust head restraints.
This position activates electrical accessories 2. Turn the ignition switch to the OFF or LOCK Adjust inside and outside mirrors.
such as the radio when the engine is not running. position, and wait approximately 10 sec- Fasten seat belts and ask all passengers to
ON: Normal operating position (3) onds. do likewise.
This position turns on the ignition system and the 3. Repeat steps 1 and 2. Check the operation of warning lights when
electrical accessories. 4. Restart the engine while holding the device the key is turned to the ON (3) position. See
(which may have caused the interference) Warning/indicator lights and audible re-
START: (4) minders in the Instruments and controls
separate from the registered key.
This position starts the engine. As soon as the section of this manual.
engine has started, release the key. It automati- If the no start condition re-occurs, NISSAN rec-
cally returns to the ON position. ommends placing the registered key on a sepa-
rate key ring to avoid interference from other
devices.
1. Apply the parking brake. The Intelligent Key must be carried The inside warning buzzer stops when one
when operating the ignition switch. of the following is performed:
2. AT or CVT model:
When the Intelligent Key system warning Return the ignition switch to the LOCK
Move the shift selector lever to P (Park) or N light ( AT or CVT models) or the Intel- position.
(Neutral). P (Park) is recommended. ligent Key lock warning light ( M/T
models) in the meter blinks in red and the Remove the mechanical key from the ig-
The shift selector lever cannot be
inside warning buzzer emits a short beep, be nition switch.
moved out of P (Park) and into any of
the other gear positions if the ignition sure that the selector lever is in the P (Park) Close the doors.
key is turned to the OFF position or if position and the ignition switch is securely
returned to the LOCK position. 3. Crank the engine with your foot off the
the key is removed from the ignition accelerator pedal by turning the ignition
switch. The Intelligent Key system warning light key to START. Release the key when the
( AT or CVT models) or the Intelligent engine starts. If the engine starts, but fails to
The starter is designed not to operate if Key lock warning light ( M/T models)
the shift selector lever is in any of the run, repeat the above procedure.
blinking in red, turns off by performing the
driving positions. following operations: If the engine is very hard to start in extremely
Manual transmission model: cold weather or when restarting, depress
Return the ignition switch to the LOCK the accelerator pedal a little (approximately
Move the shift lever to N (Neutral). Depress position. 1/3 to the floor) and hold it and then crank
the clutch pedal to the floor while cranking Turn the ignition switch to the ACC posi- the engine. Release the key and the accel-
the engine. tion. erator pedal when the engine starts.
The starter is designed not to operate When the buzzer beeps 4 times continu- If the engine is very hard to start because it
unless the clutch pedal is fully de- ously, check for the following: is flooded, depress the accelerator pedal
pressed. all the way to the floor and hold it. Crank the
The ignition switch is returned to the engine for 5-6 seconds. After cranking the
Intelligent Key system models: Slowly LOCK position. engine, release the accelerator pedal.
PUSH ON the ignition switch. When the The mechanical key is not inserted into Crank the engine with your foot off the
Intelligent Key system warning light in the ignition switch. accelerator pedal by turning the ignition
the meter illuminates in green, the ignition key to START. Release the key when the
switch can be turned. engine starts. If the engine starts, but fails
to run, repeat the above procedure.
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Neither forward nor reverse gear is engaged. The 5. Move the shift selector lever to the N (Neu-
engine can be started in this position. You may tral) position while holding down the shift
shift to N (Neutral) and restart a stalled engine lock release.
WSD0195
while the vehicle is moving. 6. Turn the key to the ON position to unlock the
Shift lock release steering wheel. Now the vehicle may be
D (Drive):
If the battery is discharged, the shift selector lever moved to the desired location.
Use this position for all normal forward driving. may not be moved from the P (Park) position even
If the shift selector lever cannot be moved out of
L (Low): with the brake pedal depressed.
P (Park), have a NISSAN dealer check the CVT
To move the shift selector lever, release the shift system as soon as possible.
Use this position for maximum engine braking on
steep downhill gradients/climbing steep slopes lock. The shift selector lever can be moved to N
and whenever approaching sharp bends. Do not (Neutral). However, the steering wheel will be WARNING
use the L (Low) position in any other circum- locked unless the ignition switch is turned to the
If the selector lever cannot be moved from
stances. ON position. This allows the vehicle to be moved
the P (Park) position while the engine is
if the battery is discharged.
running and the brake pedal is depressed,
the stop lights may not work. Malfunction-
ing stop lights could cause an accident
injuring yourself and others.
(shown below) in any gear. For level road driving, To engage: Pull the lever up s
A.
use the highest gear suggested for that speed. To release:
Always observe posted speed limits, and drive
according to the road conditions, which will en- 1. Firmly apply the foot brake.
sure safe operation. Do not over-rev the engine
when shifting to a lower gear as it may cause 2. Manual transmission models:
engine damage or loss of vehicle control. Place the shift lever in the N (Neutral) posi-
GEAR MPH (km/h) tion.
1st 29 (47) Automatic transmission models:
2nd 51 (83)
Move the shift selector lever to the P (Park)
3rd 74 (120)
position.
4th
5th 3. While pulling up on the parking brake lever
6th slightly, push the button and lower com-
pletely sB.
4. Before driving, be sure the brake warning The SET indicator light may blink when the
light goes out. cruise control switch is turned ON while
pushing the ACCEL/RES, COAST/SET, or
CANCEL switch. To properly set the cruise
control system, use the following proce-
dures.
WARNING
Do not use the cruise control when driving
under the following conditions:
When it is not possible to keep the
vehicle at a set speed.
LSD0160
In heavy traffic or in traffic that varies in
speed.
1. ACCEL/RES switch
On winding or hilly roads.
2. COAST/SET switch
3. CANCEL switch On slippery roads (rain, snow, ice, etc.).
4. ON/OFF switch In very windy areas.
PRECAUTIONS ON CRUISE Doing so could cause a loss of vehicle
CONTROL control and result in an accident.
If the cruise control system malfunctions, it
cancels automatically. The SET indicator
light in the instrument panel then blinks to
warn the driver.
If the SET indicator light blinks, turn the
cruise control switch off and have the sys-
tem checked by a NISSAN dealer.
Accelerate slowly and smoothly. Maintain When cruising at highway speeds, it is more
CAUTION
cruising speeds with a constant accelerator economical to use the air conditioner and
During the first 1,200 miles (2,000 km), position. leave the windows closed to reduce drag.
follow these recommendations to obtain
maximum engine performance and en- Drive at moderate speeds on the highway. Use the recommended viscosity engine oil.
sure the future reliability and economy of Driving at high speed lowers fuel economy. See Engine oil and oil filter recommenda-
your new vehicle. Failure to follow these tion in Technical and consumer informa-
Avoid unnecessary stopping and braking.
recommendations may result in short- tion later in this manual.
Maintain a safe distance behind other ve-
ened engine life and reduced engine hicles.
performance.
Use a proper gear range which suits road
Avoid driving for long periods at constant conditions. On level roads, shift into high
speed, either fast or slow, and do not run the gear as soon as possible.
engine over 4,000 rpm.
Avoid unnecessary engine idling.
Do not accelerate at full throttle in any gear.
Keep your engine tuned up.
Avoid quick starts.
Follow the recommended periodic mainte-
Avoid hard braking as much as possible. nance schedule.
Keep the tires inflated to the correct pres-
sure. Low tire pressure increases tire wear
and lowers fuel economy.
Keep the wheels in correct alignment. Im-
proper alignment increases tire wear and
lowers fuel economy.
Air conditioner operation lowers fuel
economy. Use the air conditioner only when
necessary.
You may hear a sound when the steering wheel is The brake system has two separate hydraulic
WARNING
operated quickly. However, this is not a malfunc- circuits. If one circuit malfunctions, you will still
If the engine is not running or is turned tion. have braking at two wheels.
off while driving, the power assist for
the steering will not work. Steering will If the electric power steering warning light PS BRAKE PRECAUTIONS
be harder to operate. illuminates while the engine is running, it may
indicate the power steering system is not func- Vacuum assisted brakes
When the power steering warning light tioning properly and may need servicing. Have
illuminates with the engine running, the power steering system checked by a The brake booster aids braking by using engine
there will be no power assist for the NISSAN dealer. vacuum. If the engine stops, you can stop the
steering. You will still have control of vehicle by depressing the brake pedal. However,
the vehicle but the steering will be When the electric power steering warning light greater foot pressure on the brake pedal will be
harder to operate. Have the power illuminates with the engine running, there will be required to stop the vehicle and stopping dis-
steering system checked by a NISSAN no power assist for the steering but you will still
tance will be longer.
dealer. have control of the vehicle. At this time, greater
steering effort is required to operate the steering Using the brakes
The power steering system is designed to pro- wheel, especially in sharp turns and at low
vide power assist while driving to operate the speeds. Avoid resting your foot on the brake pedal while
steering wheel with light force. driving. This will overheat the brakes, wear out the
For additional information see Electric power brake pads faster, and reduce gas mileage.
When the steering wheel is operated repeatedly steering warning light in the Instruments and
or continuously while parking or driving at a very controls section. To help reduce brake wear and to prevent the
low speed, the power assist for the steering brakes from overheating, reduce speed and
wheel will be reduced. This is to prevent over- downshift to a lower gear before going down a
heating of the power steering system and protect slope or long grade. Overheated brakes may
it from getting damaged. While the power assist reduce braking performance and could result in
is reduced, steering wheel operation will become loss of vehicle control.
heavy. When the temperature of the power steer-
ing system goes down, the power assist level will
return to normal. Avoid repeating such steering
wheel operations that could cause the power
steering system to overheat.
Starting and driving 5-27
WARNING When the ABS senses that one or more wheels FREEING A FROZEN DOOR LOCK
are close to locking up, the system electronically
Do not pump the brake pedal. Doing so controls the pressure applied to each brake. To prevent a door lock from freezing, apply de-
may result in increased stopping icer through the key hole. If the lock becomes
distances. This action is similar to pumping the brakes very frozen, heat the key before inserting it into the key
quickly. You may feel a pulsation in the brake hole or use the remote keyless entry keyfob (if so
Self-test feature pedal and hear a noise from under the hood or equipped).
feel a vibration from the actuator when it is oper-
The ABS includes electronic sensors, electric ating. This is normal and indicates that the ABS is ANTI-FREEZE
pumps, hydraulic solenoids and a computer. The operating properly. However, the pulsation may
In the winter when it is anticipated that the tem-
computer has a built-in diagnostic feature that indicate that road conditions are hazardous and
perature will drop below 32F (0C), check the
tests the system each time you start the engine extra care is required while driving.
anti-freeze to assure proper winter protection.
and move the vehicle at a low speed in forward or For details, see Engine cooling system in the
reverse. When the self-test occurs, you may hear Maintenance and do-it-yourself section of this
a clunk noise and/or feel a pulsation in the brake manual.
pedal. This is normal and does not indicate a
malfunction. If the computer senses a malfunc- BATTERY
tion, it switches the ABS off and illuminates the If the battery is not fully charged during extremely
ABS warning light on the instrument panel. The cold weather conditions, the battery fluid may
brake system then operates normally, but without freeze and damage the battery. To maintain maxi-
anti-lock assistance. mum efficiency, the battery should be checked
If the ABS warning light illuminates during the regularly. For details, see Battery in the Main-
tenance and do-it-yourself section of this
self-test or while driving, have the vehicle
manual.
checked by a NISSAN dealer.
Normal operation
The ABS operates at speeds above 3 - 6 MPH (5
- 10 km/h).
TIRE PRESSURE MONITORING WARNING Replacing tires with those not originally
SYSTEM (TPMS) (if so equipped) If the low tire pressure warning light
specified by NISSAN could affect the
proper operation of the TPMS.
This vehicle is equipped with the Tire Pressure illuminates while driving, avoid sudden
Monitoring System (TPMS). It monitors tire pres- steering maneuvers or abrupt braking, Do not inject any tire liquid or aerosol
sure of all tires except the spare. When the low reduce vehicle speed, pull off the road tire sealant into the tires, as this may
tire pressure warning light is lit, one or more of to a safe location and stop the vehicle cause a malfunction of the tire pressure
your tires is significantly under-inflated. If the as soon as possible. Driving with under- sensors.
vehicle is being driven with low tire pressure, the inflated tires may permanently damage
the tires and increase the likelihood of CHANGING A FLAT TIRE
TPMS will activate and warn you of it by the low
tire failure. Serious vehicle damage If you have a flat tire, follow the instructions be-
tire pressure warning light. This system will acti-
could occur and may lead to an acci-
vate only when the vehicle is driven at speeds low.
dent and could result in serious per-
above 16 MPH (25 km/h). For more details, refer sonal injury. Check the tire pressure for
to Warning/indicator lights and audible remind- Stopping the vehicle
all four tires. Adjust the tire pressure to
ers in the Instruments and controls section, the recommended COLD tire pressure 1. Safely move the vehicle off the road and
and Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) shown on the Tire and Loading Informa- away from traffic.
in the Starting and driving section. tion label to turn the low tire pressure
2. Turn on the hazard warning flashers.
warning light OFF. If you have a flat tire,
replace it with a spare tire as soon as 3. Park on a level surface and apply the parking
possible. brake. Shift the transmission into P (Park) or
When a spare tire is mounted or a wheel the manual transmission into R (Reverse).
is replaced, the TPMS will not function 4. Turn off the engine.
and the low tire pressure warning light
will flash for approximately 1 minute. 5. Raise the hood to warn other traffic and to
The light will remain on after 1 minute. signal professional road assistance person-
Contact your NISSAN dealer as soon as nel that you need assistance.
possible for tire replacement and/or
6. Have all passengers get out of the vehicle
system resetting.
and stand in a safe place, away from traffic
and clear of the vehicle.
WCE0044
Blocking wheels
Place suitable blocks s 1 at both the front and
back of the wheel diagonally opposite the flat tire
s2 to prevent the vehicle from moving when it is
jacked up.
WARNING
WCE0129
Be sure to block the wheel as the vehicle
may move and result in personal injury. Getting the spare tire and tools
Open the hatch or trunk. Lift the floor board and
spare tire cover s
1 .
WCE0131 WCE0140
Hatchback Sedan
Jacking up vehicle and removing the Use the correct jack-up points. Never
damaged tire use any other part of the vehicle for jack
support.
WARNING Never jack up the vehicle more than
Never get under the vehicle while it is necessary.
supported only by the jack. If it is nec- Never use blocks on or under the jack.
essary to work under the vehicle, sup-
port it with safety stands. Do not start or run the engine while
vehicle is on the jack. It may cause the
Use only the jack provided with your vehicle to move. This is especially true
vehicle to lift the vehicle. Do not use the for vehicles with limited slip
jack provided with your vehicle on other differentials.
vehicles. The jack is designed for lifting
only your vehicle during a tire change.
4. Lower the vehicle slowly until the tire Adjust tire pressure to the COLD pressure. To start your engine with a booster battery, the
touches the ground. Then, with the wheel instructions and precautions below must be fol-
COLD pressure: After vehicle has been
nut wrench, tighten the wheel nuts securely parked for three hours or more or driven lowed.
in the sequence illustrated (s
A ,s
B ,sC ,s
D ).
less than 1 mile (1.6 km).
Lower the vehicle completely. WARNING
COLD tire pressures are shown on the Tire
and Loading Information label affixed to If done incorrectly, jump starting can
WARNING lead to a battery explosion, resulting in
the driver side center pillar.
Incorrect wheel nuts or improperly severe injury or death. It could also
tightened wheel nuts can cause the 5. Securely store the flat tire in the vehicle. damage your vehicle.
wheel to become loose or come off. 6. Install the jack in its storage area and tighten Explosive hydrogen gas is always
This could cause an accident. the jack strap. present in the vicinity of the battery.
Do not use oil or grease on the wheel Keep all sparks and flames away from
7. Place the spare tire cover and the hatch floor
studs or nuts. This could cause the nuts the battery.
carpeting over the damaged tire.
to become loose. Do not allow battery fluid to come into
8. Close the hatch.
Retighten the wheel nuts when the ve- contact with eyes, skin, clothing or
hicle has been driven for 600 miles painted surfaces. Battery fluid is a cor-
(1,000 km) (also in cases of a flat tire,
WARNING rosive sulfuric acid solution which can
etc.). Always make sure that the spare tire cause severe burns. If the fluid should
and jacking equipment are properly se- come into contact with anything, imme-
As soon as possible, tighten the wheel nuts cured after use. Such items can become diately flush the contacted area with
to the specified torque with a torque dangerous projectiles in an accident or water.
wrench. sudden stop. Keep battery out of the reach of
Wheel nut tightening torque: The spare tire is designed for emer- children.
83 ft-lb (113 Nm) gency use. See specific instructions un- The booster battery must be rated at 12
der the heading Wheels and tires in volts. Use of an improperly rated battery
The wheel nuts must be kept tightened to the Maintenance and do-it-yourself
specification at all times. It is recom- can damage your vehicle.
section of this manual.
mended that wheel nuts be tightened to
specification at each lubrication interval.
CAUTION
Do not keep the starter motor engaged for
more than 10 seconds. If the engine does
not start right away, turn the key off and
wait 3 to 4 seconds before trying again.
7. After starting the engine, carefully discon-
nect the negative cable and then the positive
cable.
If your vehicle is overheating (indicated by a red 3. Get out of the vehicle. Look and listen for 6. After the engine cools down, check the cool-
high temperature warning light ), or if you steam or coolant escaping from the radiator ant level in the engine coolant reservoir tank
feel a lack of engine power, detect abnormal before opening the hood. (If steam or cool- with the engine running. Add coolant to the
noise, etc. take the following steps. ant is escaping, turn off the engine.) Do not engine coolant reservoir tank if necessary.
open the hood further until no steam or Have your vehicle repaired at a NISSAN
WARNING coolant can be seen. dealer.
Do not continue to drive if your vehicle 4. Open the engine hood.
overheats. Doing so could cause engine
damage or a vehicle fire. WARNING
To avoid the danger of being scalded, If steam or water is coming from the en-
never remove the radiator cap while the gine, stand clear to prevent getting
engine is still hot. When the radiator burned.
cap is removed, pressurized hot water
will spurt out, possibly causing serious 5. Visually check drive belts for damage or
injury. looseness. Also check if the cooling fan is
Do not open the hood if steam is com- running. The radiator hoses and radiator
ing out. should not leak water. If coolant is leaking,
the water pump belt is missing or loose, or
1. Move the vehicle safely off the road, apply the cooling fan does not run, stop the en-
the parking brake and move the shift lever to gine.
N (Neutral) (manual transmission) or to P
(Park) (AT or CVT). WARNING
Do not stop the engine. Be careful not to allow your hands, hair,
jewelry or clothing to come into contact
2. Turn off the air conditioner (if so equipped). with, or get caught in, engine belts or the
Open all the windows, move the heater or air engine cooling fan. The engine cooling
conditioner temperature control to maximum fan can start at any time.
hot and fan control to high speed.
When towing your vehicle, all State (Provincial in For information about towing your vehicle behind
Canada) and local regulations for towing must be a recreational vehicle (RV), refer to Flat towing
followed. Incorrect towing equipment could dam- in the Technical and consumer information sec-
age your vehicle. Towing instructions are avail- tion of this manual.
able from a NISSAN dealer. Local service opera-
tors are generally familiar with the applicable laws
and procedures for towing. To assure proper
towing and to prevent accidental damage to your
vehicle, NISSAN recommends having a service
operator tow your vehicle. It is advisable to have
the service operator carefully read the following
precautions:
WARNING
Never ride in a vehicle that is being
towed.
Never get under your vehicle after it has
been lifted by a tow truck.
CAUTION
When towing, make sure that the trans-
mission, axles, steering system and ACE0511
powertrain are in working condition. If TOWING RECOMMENDED BY
any unit is damaged, dollies must be
used.
NISSAN
Always attach safety chains before NISSAN recommends that your vehicle be towed
towing. with the driving (front) wheels off the ground or
place the vehicle on a flat bed truck as illustrated.
Do not use the vehicle tie downs to free Apply the accelerator as little as possible
a vehicle stuck in sand, snow, mud, etc. to maintain the rocking motion.
Never tow the vehicle using the vehicle Release the accelerator pedal before
tie downs or recovery hooks. shifting between R and D (AT and CVT
Always pull the cable straight out from models) or 1st and R (manual transmis-
the front or rear of the vehicle. Never sion models).
WCE0132 pull the vehicle at an angle. Do not spin the tires above 35 mph (55
Pulling devices should be routed so km/h).
VEHICLE RECOVERY (freeing a stuck
they do not touch any part of the sus- 4. If the vehicle cannot be freed after a few
vehicle) pension, steering, brake or cooling tries, contact a professional towing service
Front (if so equipped) systems. to remove the vehicle.
Pulling devices such as ropes or canvas
Do not use the hook to tow the vehicle.
straps are not recommended for use in
vehicle towing or recovery.
WARNING
Stand clear of a stuck vehicle. If your vehicle is stuck in sand, snow, mud, etc.,
use the following procedure:
Do not spin your tires at high speed.
This could cause them to explode and 1. Make sure the area in front and behind the
result in serious injury. Parts of your vehicle is clear of obstructions.
vehicle could also overheat and be 2. Turn the steering wheel right and left to clear
damaged.
an area around the front tires.
In order to maintain the appearance of your ve- the effects of road salt. Therefore, these areas
CAUTION
hicle, it is important to take proper care of it. must be cleaned regularly. Take care that the
Do not use car washes that use acid in drain holes in the lower edge of the door are
To protect the paint surfaces, please wash your the detergent. Some car washes, espe- open. Spray water under the body and in the
vehicle as soon as you can: cially brushless ones, use some acid for wheel wells to loosen the dirt and wash away
after a rainfall to prevent possible damage cleaning. The acid may react with some road salt.
from acid rain. plastic vehicle components, causing
them to crack. This could affect their A damp chamois can be used to dry the vehicle to
after driving on coastal roads. appearance, and also could cause them avoid water spots.
not to function properly. Always check WAXING
when contaminants such as soot, bird drop-
with your car wash to confirm that acid
pings, tree sap, metal particles or bugs get is not used. Regular waxing protects the paint surface and
on the paint surface. helps retain new vehicle appearance. Polishing is
Do not wash the vehicle with strong recommended to remove built-up wax residue
when dust or mud builds up on the surface. household soap, strong chemical deter- and to avoid a weathered appearance before
Whenever possible, store or park your vehicle gents, gasoline or solvents. re-applying wax.
inside a garage or in a covered area. Do not wash the vehicle in direct sun- A NISSAN dealer can assist you in choosing the
light or while the vehicle body is hot, as proper product.
When it is necessary to park outside, park in a
the surface may become water-spotted.
shady area or protect the vehicle with a body Wax your vehicle only after a thorough wash-
cover. Avoid using tight-napped or rough
ing. Follow the instructions supplied with the
cloths, such as washing mitts. Care
Be careful not to scratch the paint surface wax.
must be taken when removing
when putting on or removing the body caked-on dirt or other foreign sub- Do not use a wax containing any abrasives,
cover. stances so the paint surface is not cutting compounds or cleaners that may
scratched or damaged. damage the vehicle finish.
WASHING
Rinse the vehicle thoroughly with plenty of clean Machine compounding or aggressive polishing
Wash dirt off with a wet sponge and plenty of
water. on a base coat/clear coat paint finish may dull the
water. Clean the vehicle thoroughly using a mild
finish or leave swirl marks.
soap, a special vehicle soap or general purpose Inside flanges, seams and folds on the doors,
dishwashing liquid mixed with clean, lukewarm hatches and hood are particularly vulnerable to
(never hot) water.
7-2 Appearance and care
Occasionally remove loose dust from the interior Never use fabric protectors unless rec-
trim, plastic parts and seats using a vacuum ommended by the manufacturer.
cleaner or soft bristled brush. Wipe the vinyl and
leather surfaces with a clean, soft cloth damp- Do not use glass or plastic cleaner on
ened in mild soap solution, then wipe clean with a meter or gauge lens covers. It may dam-
dry, soft cloth. age the lens cover.
Your new NISSAN has been designed to have Performing general maintenance checks requires During the normal day-to-day operation of the
minimum maintenance requirements with long minimal mechanical skill and only a few general vehicle, general maintenance should be per-
service intervals to save you both time and automotive tools. formed regularly as prescribed in this section. If
money. However, some day-to-day and regular These checks or inspections can be done by you, you detect any unusual sounds, vibrations or
maintenance is essential to maintain your NIS- a qualified technician, or, if you prefer, a NISSAN smells, be sure to check for the cause or have a
SANs good mechanical condition, as well as its dealer. NISSAN dealer do it promptly. In addition, you
emission and engine performance. should notify a NISSAN dealer if you think that
Where to go for service repairs are required.
It is the owners responsibility to make sure that
the scheduled maintenance, as well as general If maintenance service is required or your vehicle When performing any checks or maintenance
maintenance, is performed. appears to malfunction, have the systems work, closely observe the Maintenance precau-
checked and corrected by a NISSAN dealer.
tions later in this section.
As the vehicle owner, you are the only one who
NISSAN technicians are well-trained specialists
can ensure that your vehicle receives proper
who are kept up-to-date with the latest service EXPLANATION OF GENERAL
maintenance. You are a vital link in the mainte- information through technical bulletins, service MAINTENANCE ITEMS
nance chain. tips, and in-dealership training programs. They
are completely qualified to work on NISSAN ve- Additional information on the following
Scheduled maintenance items with * is found later in this section.
hicles before they work on your vehicle, rather
For your convenience, both required and optional than after they have worked on it.
scheduled maintenance items are described and
Outside the vehicle
listed in your NISSAN Service and Maintenance You can be confident that a NISSAN dealers
The maintenance items listed here should be
Guide. You must refer to that guide to ensure service department performs the best job to meet
performed from time to time, unless otherwise
the maintenance requirements on your vehicle
that necessary maintenance is performed on your specified.
in a reliable and economical way.
NISSAN at regular intervals.
Doors and engine hood Check that the doors
General maintenance and engine hood operate properly. Also ensure
General maintenance includes those items which that all latches lock securely. Lubricate hinges,
should be checked during normal day-to-day op- latches, latch pins, rollers and links as necessary.
eration. They are essential for proper vehicle op- Make sure that the secondary latch keeps the
eration. It is your responsibility to perform these hood from opening when the primary latch is
maintenance procedures regularly as prescribed. released.
When performing any inspection or maintenance If you must work with the engine run- CAUTION
work on your vehicle, always take care to prevent ning, keep your hands, clothing, hair
serious accidental injury to yourself or damage to and tools away from moving fans, belts Do not work under the hood while the
the vehicle. The following are general precau- and any other moving parts. engine is hot. Turn the engine off and
tions which should be closely observed. wait until it cools down.
It is advisable to secure or remove any Avoid contact with used engine oil and
loose clothing and remove any jewelry, coolant. Improperly disposed engine
WARNING
such as rings, watches, etc. before oil, engine coolant and/or other vehicle
Park the vehicle on a level surface, ap- working on your vehicle. fluids can damage the environment. Al-
ply the parking brake securely and ways conform to local regulations for
Always wear eye protection whenever
block the wheels to prevent the vehicle disposal of vehicle fluid.
you work on your vehicle.
from moving. For manual transmission
models, move the shift lever to N (Neu- If you must run the engine in an en- Never leave the engine or the transmis-
tral). For Automatic Transmission (AT) closed space such as a garage, be sure sion related component harness con-
or CVT models, move the selector lever there is proper ventilation for exhaust nector disconnected while the ignition
to P (Park). gases to escape. switch is in the ON position.
Never connect or disconnect the battery
Be sure the ignition key is in the OFF or Never get under the vehicle while it is
or any transistorized component while
LOCK position when performing any supported only by a jack. If it is neces-
the ignition switch is in the ON position.
parts replacement or repairs. sary to work under the vehicle, support
it with safety stands. This Maintenance and do-it-yourself section
Your vehicle is equipped with an auto-
gives instructions regarding only those items
matic engine cooling fan. It may come Keep smoking materials, flame and which are relatively easy for an owner to perform.
on at any time without warning, even if sparks away from the fuel tank and
the ignition key is in the OFF position A genuine NISSAN service manual is also avail-
battery.
and the engine is not running. To avoid able. See Owners Manual/Service Manual or-
On gasoline engine models, the fuel der information in the Technical and consumer
injury, always disconnect the negative
filter or fuel lines should be serviced by information section of this manual.
battery cable before working near the
a NISSAN dealer because the fuel lines You should be aware that incomplete or improper
fan.
are under high pressure even when the servicing may result in operating difficulties or
engine is off. excessive emissions, and could affect warranty
coverage. If in doubt about any servicing,
have it done by a NISSAN dealer.
Maintenance and do-it-yourself 8-5
WDI0631
WARNING
To avoid the danger of being scalded,
never change the coolant when the en-
gine is hot.
Never remove the radiator cap when the LDI0520 SDI1597
engine is hot. Serious burns could be CHECKING ENGINE OIL LEVEL 5. Remove the dipstick again and check the oil
caused by high pressure fluid escaping level. It should be between the H (High) and
from the radiator. 1. Park the vehicle on a level surface and apply L (Low) marks s 1 . This is the normal oper-
the parking brake.
Avoid direct skin contact with used ating oil level range. If the oil level is below
coolant. If skin contact is made, wash 2. Start the engine and let it idle until it reaches the L (Low) mark s 2 , remove the oil filler cap
thoroughly with soap or hand cleaner operating temperature. and pour recommended oil through the
as soon as possible.
3. Turn off the engine. Wait more than 10 opening. Do not overfill s 3 .
Keep coolant out of the reach of chil- minutes for the oil to drain back into 6. Recheck oil level with the dipstick.
dren and pets. the oil pan.
It is normal to add some oil between oil
Engine coolant must be disposed of properly. 4. Remove the dipstick and wipe it clean. Re- maintenance intervals or during the
Check your local regulations. insert it all the way. break-in period, depending on the severity
of operating conditions.
WARNING
Prolonged and repeated contact with
used engine oil may cause skin cancer.
Try to avoid direct skin contact with
used oil. If skin contact is made, wash
WDI0521 thoroughly with soap or hand cleaner
as soon as possible.
s
A Oil filler cap
Keep used engine oil out of reach of
s
B Oil drain plug
children.
s
C Oil filter
CHANGING ENGINE OIL CAUTION
1. Park the vehicle on a level surface and apply Be careful not to burn yourself. The engine
the parking brake. oil may be hot.
2. Start the engine and let it idle until it reaches Waste oil must be disposed of prop-
operating temperature, then turn it off. erly.
CAUTION WARNING
DO NOT OVERFILL. Use Genuine NISSAN Use only Genuine NISSAN CVT Fluid
Matic D ATF or equivalent (if available). NS-2. Do not mix with other fluids.
Using transmission fluid other than
NOTE: Genuine NISSAN CVT Fluid NS-2 will
If the vehicle has been driven for a long damage the CVT, which is not covered
time at high speeds, or in city traffic in hot by the NISSAN new vehicle limited
weather, the fluid level cannot be read ac- warranty.
curately. You should wait until the fluid has
When checking or replacement is required, we
cooled down (about 30 minutes) before
recommend your NISSAN dealer for servicing.
checking fluid level.
WDI0636
4. Remove the dipstick by pushing s
1 and
pulling out s
2 .
WARNING
Use only new fluid from a sealed con-
tainer. Old, inferior or contaminated
fluid may damage the brake and clutch
systems. The use of improper fluids can
damage the brake and clutch system
and affect the vehicles stopping ability.
Clean the filler cap before removing.
Brake and clutch fluid is poisonous and SDI1958 SDI1958
should be stored carefully in marked BRAKE FLUID CLUTCH FLUID
containers out of reach of children.
Check the brake fluid level in the reservoir. If the Check the clutch fluid level in the reservoir
fluid level is below the MIN line s 1 or the brake (manual transmissions only). If the fluid level is
CAUTION
warning light comes on, add Genuine NISSAN below the MIN line s 1 , add Genuine NISSAN
Do not spill the fluid on any painted sur- Super Heavy Duty Brake Fluid or equivalent DOT Super Heavy Duty Brake Fluid or equivalent DOT
faces. This will damage the paint. If fluid is 3 fluid up to the MAX line s 2 . If fluid must be 3 fluid up to the MAX line s 2 . If fluid must be
spilled, immediately wash the surface added frequently, the system should be checked added frequently, the system should be checked
with water. by a NISSAN dealer. by a NISSAN dealer.
Recommended fluid is Genuine NISSAN Wind- Keep the battery surface clean and dry.
shield Washer Concentrate Cleaner & Anti- Clean the battery with a solution of baking
freeze or equivalent. soda and water.
WDI0224 WDI0528
Type A Type B
1. Remove the battery caps with a screwdriver
as shown. Use a cloth to protect the battery
case.
LDI0302 WDI0529
Type A Type B
2. Check the fluid level in each cell. If it is Vehicles operated in high temperatures or under
necessary to add fluid, add only distilled severe conditions require frequent checks of the
water to bring the level up to the bottom of battery fluid level.
the filler opening. Do not overfill.
WDI0638 SDI1895
1. Automatic tensioner REPLACING SPARK PLUGS
2. Generator
3. Water pump Iridium-tipped spark plugs
4. Air conditioner compressor It is not necessary to replace iridium-tipped s
A
5. Crankshaft pulley spark plugs as frequently as conventional type
spark plugs because they last much longer. Fol-
WARNING low the maintenance log shown in the NISSAN
Be sure the ignition key is in the OFF or Service and Maintenance Guide. Do not service
LOCK position before servicing drive belt. iridium-tipped spark plugs by cleaning or regap-
The engine could rotate unexpectedly. ping.
Always replace spark plugs with rec-
ommended or equivalent ones.
WARNING WARNING
Be sure the engine and ignition switch are Operating the engine with the air
off and that the parking brake is engaged cleaner removed can cause you or oth-
securely. ers to be burned. The air cleaner not
only cleans the air, it stops the flame if
CAUTION the engine backfires. If it isnt there, and
the engine backfires, you could be
Be sure to use the correct socket to re- burned. Do not drive with the air cleaner
move the spark plugs. An incorrect socket removed, and be careful when working
can damage the spark plugs. on the engine with the air cleaner
If replacement is required, see your NISSAN removed.
dealer for assistance. Never pour fuel into the throttle body or
attempt to start the engine with the air
SDI1864 cleaner removed. Doing so could result
The air cleaner filter should not be cleaned and in serious injury.
reused. Replace it according to the maintenance
log shown in the NISSAN Service and Mainte-
IN-CABIN MICROFILTER (if so
nance Guide. When replacing the filter, wipe the equipped)
inside of the air cleaner filter housing and the The in-cabin microfilter restricts the entry of air-
cover with a damp cloth. borne dust and pollen particles and reduces
To remove the air cleaner filter, push the tabs s
1 some objectionable outside odors. The filter is
located behind the glove box. Refer to the
and pull the unit upward s2 .
NISSAN Service and Maintenance Guide for
change intervals.
If replacement is required, see your NISSAN
dealer.
CLEANING
If your windshield is not clear after using the
windshield washer or if a wiper blade chatters
when running, wax or other material may be on
the blade or windshield.
Clean the outside of the windshield with a washer
solution or a mild detergent. Your windshield is
clean if beads do not form when rinsing with clear
water.
Clean each blade by wiping it with a cloth soaked
in a washer solution or a mild detergent. Then
rinse the blades with clear water. If your wind-
shield is still not clear after cleaning the blades SDI1803
and using the wiper, replace the blades.
REPLACING CAUTION
CAUTION Replace the wiper blades if they are worn. After wiper blade replacement, return
Worn windshield wiper blades can dam- the wiper arm to its original position;
1. Lift the wiper arm away from the windshield.
age the windshield and impair driver otherwise it may be damaged when the
vision. 2. Push and hold the release tab s
A , and then hood is opened.
move the wiper blade down s 1 the wiper
Make sure the wiper blades contact the
arm to remove. glass; otherwise the arms may be dam-
3. Remove the wiper blade. aged from wind pressure.
Rear window wiper blade If the brakes do not operate properly, have the
brakes checked by a NISSAN dealer.
Contact a NISSAN dealer if checking or replace-
ment is required. Self-adjusting brakes
Your vehicle is equipped with self-adjusting
brakes.
The front and rear disc-type brakes self-adjust
every time the brake pedal is applied.
WARNING
See a NISSAN dealer for a brake system
check if the brake pedal height does not
return to normal.
LDI0455 LDI0457
Two types of fuses are used. Type A is used in the If a type A fuse is used to replace a type B fuse,
fuse boxes in the engine compartment. Type B is the type A fuse will not be level with the fuse
used in the passenger compartment fuse box. pocket as shown in the illustration. This will not
affect the performance of the fuse. Make sure the
Type A fuses are provided as spare fuses. They
fuse is installed in the fuse box securely.
are stored in the passenger compartment fuse
box. Type B fuses cannot be installed in the under-
hood fuse boxes. Only use type A fuses in the
Type A fuses can be installed in the engine com-
underhood fuse boxes.
partment and passenger compartment fuse
boxes.
WDI0551 WDI0452
CAUTION
Be careful not to allow children to swallow
the battery and removed parts.
WDI0452 LDI0456
Type A Type B
4. If the fuse is open sA , replace it with an
equivalent good fuse sB.
KEYFOB s
3 Install a new battery s with the + facing
C FCC Notice:
Changes or modifications not expressly ap-
down.
Replace the battery in the keyfob as follows: proved by the party responsible for compli-
Hold the battery by the edges. Holding the ance could void the users authority to op-
s
1 Open the lid using a coin s
A. battery across the contact points will seri- erate the equipment.
s
2 Remove the battery s
B. ously deplete the storage capacity.
SDI1867
CAUTION
Aiming is not necessary after replacing
WDI0535 the bulb. When aiming adjustment is
4. Close the lid securely as illustrated s
C s
D. necessary, contact a NISSAN dealer.
5. Operate the buttons to check the operation. Do not leave the headlight assembly
open without a bulb installed for a long
See a NISSAN dealer if you need assistance for period of time. Dust, moisture, smoke,
replacement. etc. entering the headlight body may
FCC Notice: affect bulb performance. Remove the
Changes or modifications not expressly ap- bulb from the headlight assembly just
before a replacement bulb is installed.
proved by the party responsible for compli-
ance could void the users authority to op- Only touch the base when handling the
erate the equipment. bulb. Never touch the glass envelope.
Touching the glass could significantly
This device complies with Part 15 of the affect bulb life and/or headlight
FCC Rules and RSS-210 of Industry performance.
Canada.
*1 Always check with the Parts Department at a NISSAN dealer for the latest parts information.
*2 If replacement is required contact a NISSAN dealer.
WDI0575
SDI1805
Replacement procedures
All other lights are either type A, B, C or D. When
replacing a bulb, first remove the lens, lamp
and/or cover.
Indicates bulb removal
Indicates bulb installation
If you have a flat tire, see the In case of Tire inflation pressure Incorrect tire pressure, including un-
emergency section of this manual. der inflation, may adversely affect
Check the tire pressures (including the
TIRE PRESSURE tire life and vehicle handling.
spare) often and always prior to long dis-
Tire Pressure Monitoring System tance trips. The recommended tire pres- WARNING
(TPMS) sure specifications are shown on the
F.M.V.S.S./C.M.V.S.S. certification label Improperly inflated tires can fail
This vehicle is equipped with the Tire suddenly and cause an accident.
or the Tire and Loading Information label
Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS). It under the Cold Tire Pressure heading. The Gross Vehicle Weight Rating
monitors tire pressure of all tires except The Tire and Loading Information label is (GVWR) is located on the
the spare. When the low tire pressure affixed to the driver side center pillar. Tire F.M.V.S.S./C.M.V.S.S. certifica-
warning light is lit, one or more of your tion label. The vehicle weight ca-
pressures should be checked regularly pacity is indicated on the Tire and
tires is significantly under-inflated. because: Loading Information label (if so
The TPMS will activate only when the Most tires naturally lose air over time. equipped). Do not load your ve-
vehicle is driven at speeds above 16 MPH hicle beyond this capacity. Over-
(25 km/h). Also, this system may not de- Tires can lose air suddenly when loading your vehicle may result in
tect a sudden drop in tire pressure (for driven over potholes or other objects reduced tire life, unsafe operat-
or if the vehicle strikes a curb while ing conditions due to premature
example a flat tire while driving). tire failure, or unfavorable han-
parking.
For more details, refer to Low tire pres- dling characteristics and could
sure warning light in the Instruments and The tire pressures should be checked also lead to a serious accident.
when the tires are cold. The tires are Loading beyond the specified ca-
controls section, Tire Pressure Monitor- pacity may also result in failure of
ing System (TPMS) in the Starting and considered COLD after the vehicle has
other vehicle components.
driving section, and Flat tire in the In been parked for 3 or more hours, or driven
case of emergency section. less than 1 mile (1.6 km) at moderate
speeds.
WDI0396
Example
s
2 TIN (Tire Identification Number) for a 4. Three-digit code: Tire type code
new tire (example: DOT XX XX XXX (Optional)
XXXX) 5. Three-digit code: Date of Manufac-
1. DOT: Abbreviation for the 9Depart- ture
ment Of Transportation.9 The symbol 6. Four numbers represent the week
can be placed above, below or to the and year the tire was built. For ex-
left or right of Tire Identification Num- ample, the numbers 3103 means the
ber. 31st week of 2003. If these numbers
2. Two-digit code: Manufacturers are missing, then look on the other
sidewall of the tire.
identification mark
3. Two-digit code: Tire size
8-36 Maintenance and do-it-yourself
WARNING
After rotating the tires, check and
adjust the tire pressure.
WDI0258 Retighten the wheel nuts when WDI0259
the vehicle has been driven for
CHANGING WHEELS AND TIRES 600 miles (1,000 km) (also in
1. Wear indicator
2. Location mark
Tire rotation cases of a flat tire, etc.).
Tire wear and damage
NISSAN recommends rotating the tires Do not include the spare tire in
every 7,500 miles (12,000 km). the tire rotation. WARNING
For additional information re- Tires should be periodically in-
See Flat tire in the In case of emer- garding tires, refer to Important
gency section of this manual for tire re- spected for wear, cracking, bulg-
Tire Safety Information (US) or ing or objects caught in the tread.
placing procedures. Tire Safety Information If excessive wear, cracks, bulging
(Canada) in the Warranty Infor- or deep cuts are found, the tire(s)
As soon as possible, tighten the mation Booklet.
wheel nuts to the specified torque should be replaced.
with a torque wrench.
CAUTION
Do not use tire chains on a TEMPO-
RARY USE ONLY spare tire. Tire chains
will not fit properly and may cause dam-
age to the vehicle.
Because the TEMPORARY USE ONLY
spare tire is smaller than the original
tire, ground clearance is reduced. To
avoid damage to the vehicle, do not
drive over obstacles. Also, do not drive
the vehicle through an automatic car
wash since it may get caught.
Capacities and recommended fuel/lubricants . . . . . . . . . 9-2 Tire and loading information label. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-11
Fuel recommendation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-3 Air conditioner specification label. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-11
Engine oil and oil filter recommendations . . . . . . . . . . 9-5 Installing front license plate . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-11
Air conditioner system refrigerant and oil Vehicle loading information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-12
recommendations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-6 Terms . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-12
Specifications. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-7 Determining vehicle load capacity . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-13
Engine . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-7 Loading tips . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-15
Wheels and tires . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-8
Measurement of weights . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-15
Dimensions and weights . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-8
Towing a trailer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-16
When traveling or registering your vehicle in
another country . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-9 Flat towing. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-16
Vehicle identification . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-9 Uniform tire quality grading . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-16
Vehicle identification number (VIN) plate . . . . . . . . . . 9-9 Emission control system warranty . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-17
Vehicle identification number Reporting safety defects (US only) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-18
(chassis number) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-9 Readiness for inspection/maintenance (I/M) test . . . . . 9-18
Engine serial number. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-10 Event Data Recorders (EDR). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-19
F.M.V.S.S./C.M.V.S.S. certification label . . . . . . . . . . 9-10 Owners Manual/Service Manual order information . . . 9-20
Emission control information label . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-10 In the event of a collision . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-20
The following are approximate capacities. The actual refill capacities may be slightly different. When refilling, follow the procedure
described in the Maintenance and do-it-yourself section to determine the proper refill capacity.
Capacity (Approximate) Recommended Fluids and Lubricants
US measure Imp measure Liter
Fuel 13-1/4 gal 11 gal 50.0 Unleaded gasoline with an octane rating of at least 87 AKI (RON 91) *1
Engine oil *7
Drain and Refill
With oil filter change 4-1/8 qt 3-3/8 qt 3.9 Engine oil with API Certification Mark *2
Without oil filter change 3-7/8 qt 3-1/4 qt 3.7 Viscosity SAE 5W-30 *2
Cooling system
With reservoir 1-3/4 gal 1-1/2 gal 6.8 50% Genuine NISSAN Long Life Antifreeze/Coolant or equivalent
50% Demineralized or distilled water
Continuously Variable Transmission (CVT) Genuine NISSAN CVT fluid NS-2 *3
fluid
Manual transmission gear oil ELF XT4447 M+ 75W-80 or API GL-4, Viscosity SAE 75W-80
Automatic transmission fluid Refill to the proper level according to the instructions in Genuine NISSAN Matic D ATF or equivalent (if available)
Brake and clutch fluid the Maintenance and do-it-yourself section.*8 Genuine NISSAN Super Heavy Duty Brake Fluid *4 or equivalent DOT 3
Multi-purpose grease NLGI No. 2 (Lithium Soap base)
Air conditioning system refrigerant HFC-134a (R-134a) *5
Air conditioning system oil
M/T and AT NISSAN A/C System Oil Type R or equivalent *6
CVT NISSAN A/C System Oil Type S or equivalent *6
Windshield washer fluid Genuine NISSAN Windshield Washer Concentrate Cleaner & Antifreeze or
equivalent
*1: For further details, see Fuel recommendation.
*2: For further details, see Engine oil and oil filter recommendations.
*3: Use only Genuine NISSAN CVT Fluid NS-2. Using transmission fluid other than Genuine NISSAN CVT Fluid NS-2 will damage the CVT transmission, which is not
covered by the NISSAN new vehicle limited warranty.
*4: Available in mainland USA through your NISSAN dealer.
*5: Never mix different types of fluids.
*6: For further details, see Air conditioner system refrigerant and oil recommendations.
*7: For further details, see Engine oil in the Maintenance and do-it-yourself section of this manual.
*8: See your NISSAN dealer for service.
ENGINE
Model MR18DE
Idle speed
M/T
AT and CVT (in N position) No adjustment is necessary.
Ignition timing (degree B.T.D.C. at idle speed)
CO % at idle
Unit: in (mm)
Body Type Hatchback Sedan
Overall length 169.1 (4,295) 176.0 (4,470)
Overall width 66.7 (1,695) 66.7 (1,695)
Overall height 60.4 (1,535) 60.4 (1,535)
Front Track 58.3 (1,480) 58.3 (1,480)
Rear Track 58.5 (1,485) 58.5 (1,485)
Wheelbase 102.4 (2,600) 102.4 (2,600)
Gross vehicle weight rating lb (kg)
Gross axle weight rating See the F.M.V.S.S./C.M.V.S.S. certification label on the center pillar between the drivers side front and
Front lb (kg) rear doors.
Rear lb (kg)
STI0453 LTI0201
TIRE AND LOADING INFORMATION AIR CONDITIONER SPECIFICATION
LABEL LABEL
The cold tire pressure is shown on the Tire and The air conditioner specification label is affixed as
Loading Information label. The label is located as shown.
shown.
LTI0170
WTI0169
Example
9-14 Technical and consumer information
Do not tow a trailer with your vehicle. Automatic Transmission DOT (Department of Transportation) Quality
Grades: All passenger car tires must conform to
FLAT TOWING To tow a vehicle equipped with an automatic federal safety requirements in addition to these
transmission, an appropriate vehicle dolly MUST grades.
Towing your vehicle with all four wheels on the
be placed under the towed vehicles drive
ground is sometimes called flat towing. This
wheels. Always follow the dolly manufacturers Quality grades can be found where applicable on
method is sometimes used when towing a vehicle
recommendations when using their product. the tire sidewall between tread shoulder and
behind a recreational vehicle, such as a motor
maximum section width. For example:
home. Continuously Variable Transmission
Treadwear 200 Traction AA Temperature A
CAUTION To tow a vehicle equipped with a continuously
variable transmission, an appropriate vehicle Treadwear
Failure to follow these guidelines can dolly MUST be placed under the towed vehicles The treadwear grade is a comparative rating
result in severe transmission damage. drive wheels. Always follow the dolly manufac- based on the wear rate of the tire when tested
Whenever flat towing your vehicle, al- turers recommendations when using their prod- under controlled conditions on a specified gov-
ways tow forward, never backward. uct. ernment test course. For example, a tire graded
DO NOT tow any continuously variable Manual Transmission 150 would wear one and one-half (1 1/2) times
transmission vehicle with all four as well on the government course as a tire graded
Always tow with the manual transmission in 100. The relative performance of tires depends
wheels on the ground (flat towing). Do-
Neutral. upon the actual conditions of their use, however,
ing so WILL DAMAGE internal transmis-
sion parts due to lack of transmission After towing 500 miles (805 km), start and and may depart significantly from the norm due to
lubrication. idle the engine with the transmission in Neu- variations in driving habits, service practices and
tral for two minutes. Failure to idle the engine differences in road characteristics and climate.
For emergency towing procedures refer
after every 500 miles (805 km) of towing Traction AA, A, B and C
to Towing recommended by NISSAN
may cause damage to internal transmission
in the In case of emergency section of The traction grades, from highest to lowest, are
parts.
this manual. AA, A, B, and C. Those grades represent the
tires ability to stop on wet pavement as mea-
sured under controlled conditions on specified
government test surfaces of asphalt and con-
crete. A tire marked C may have poor traction
performance.
9-16 Technical and consumer information
If you believe that your vehicle has a de- Due to legal requirements in some states and
WARNING
fect which could cause a crash or could Canadian Provinces, your vehicle may be re-
quired to be in what is called the ready condi- Always drive the vehicle in a safe and
cause injury or death, you should immedi- prudent manner according to traffic con-
ately inform the National Highway Traffic tion for an Inspection/Maintenance (I/M) test of
the emission control system. ditions and obey all traffic laws.
Safety Administration (NHTSA) in addi-
tion to notifying NISSAN. The vehicle is set to the ready condition when it 1. Start the engine, the low temperature indi-
is driven through certain driving patterns. Usually, cator light illuminates in blue. Allow
If NHTSA receives similar complaints, it the ready condition can be obtained by ordinary the engine to idle until the low temperature
may open an investigation, and if it finds usage of the vehicle. indicator light goes out, indicating
that a safety defect exists in a group of normal operating temperature.
If a powertrain system component is repaired or
vehicles, it may order a recall and remedy the battery is disconnected, the vehicle may be 2. Accelerate the vehicle to 55 MPH (88
campaign. However, NHTSA cannot be- reset to a not ready condition. Before taking the km/h), then quickly release the accelerator
come involved in individual problems be- I/M test, check the vehicles pedal completely and keep it released for at
tween you, your dealer, or NISSAN. inspection/maintenance test readiness condi- least 10 seconds.
To contact NHTSA, you may call the Ve- tion. Turn the ignition switch ON without starting 3. Quickly depress the accelerator pedal for a
the engine. If the Malfunction Indicator Light
hicle Safety Hotline toll-free at 1-888- (MIL) comes on steady for 20 seconds and then
moment, then drive the vehicle at a speed of
327-4236 (TTY: 1-800-424-9153); go 53 - 60 MPH (86 - 96 km/h) for at least 9
blinks for 10 seconds , the I/M test condition is minutes.
to http://www.safercar.gov; or write to: not ready. If the MIL does not blink after 20
Administrator, NHTSA, 400 Seventh seconds, the I/M test condition is ready. If the 4. Stop the vehicle.
Street, SW., Washington, D.C. 20590. MIL indicates the vehicle is in a not ready con- 5. Accelerate the vehicle to 35 MPH (55 km/h)
You can also obtain other information dition, drive the vehicle through the following and maintain the speed for 20 seconds.
about motor vehicle safety from pattern to set the vehicle to the ready condition. If
http://www.safercar.gov. you cannot or do not want to perform the driving 6. Repeat steps 4 through 5 at least 10 times.
pattern, a NISSAN dealer can conduct it for you. 7. Accelerate the vehicle to 55 MPH (88 km/h)
You may notify NISSAN by contacting our
and maintain the speed for at least 3 min-
Consumer Affairs Department, toll-free, at utes.
1-800-NISSAN-1.
8. Stop the vehicle. Place the transmission se- This vehicle is equipped with an Event Data Re- the type of personally identifying data routinely
lector lever in the P (Park) or N (Neutral) corder (EDR). The main purpose of an EDR is to acquired during a crash investigation.
position. record, in certain crash or near crash-like situa- To read data recorded by an EDR, special equip-
9. Turn the engine off. tions, such as an air bag deployment or hitting a ment is required and access to the vehicle or the
road obstacle, data that will assist in understand- EDR is needed. In addition to the vehicle manu-
10. Repeat steps 1 - 8 at least one more time. ing how a vehicles systems performed. The EDR facturer and NISSAN dealer, other parties, such
If steps 1 through 7 are interrupted, repeat the is designed to record data related to vehicle as law enforcement, that have the special equip-
preceding step. Any safe driving mode is accept- dynamics and safety systems for a short period of ment, can read the information if they have ac-
able between steps. Do not stop the engine until time, typically 30 seconds or less. The EDR in this cess to the vehicle or the EDR. EDR data will only
step 7 is completed. vehicle is designed to record such data as: be accessed with the consent of the vehicle
owner or lessee or as otherwise required or per-
How various systems in your vehicle were
mitted by law.
operating;
Whether or not the driver and passenger
safety belts were buckled/fastened;
How far (if at all) the driver was depressing
the accelerator and/or brake pedal; and,
How fast the vehicle was traveling.
Sounds are not recorded.
These data can help provide a better understand-
ing of the circumstances in which crashes and
injuries occur. NOTE: EDR data are recorded by
your vehicle only if a nontrivial crash situation
occurs; no data are recorded by the EDR under
normal driving conditions and no personal data
(e.g. name, gender, age and crash location) are
recorded. However, other parties, such as law
enforcement, could combine the EDR data with
Technical and consumer information 9-19
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For current pricing and availability of genuine end of your lease.
NISSAN Service Manuals for the 1999 model Owners Manuals for older NISSAN models.
year and prior, see a NISSAN dealer, or contact: NISSAN designs its hoods with crumple zones to
IN THE EVENT OF A COLLISION minimize the risk that the hood will penetrate the
Resolve Corporation windshield of your vehicle in an accident. Non-
20770 Westwood Drive Unfortunately, accidents do occur. In this unlikely
event, there is some important information you genuine (imitation) parts may not provide such
Strongsville, OH 44149 built-in safeguards. Also, non-genuine parts of-
1-800-247-5321 should know.
ten show premature wear, rust and corrosion.
Many insurance companies routinely authorize
the use of non-genuine collision parts in order to
cut costs, among other reasons.
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HATCHBACK
1. Engine coolant 8-7
2. Window washer fluid 8-14
3. Engine oil 8-8
4. Passenger supplemental air bag 1-35
5. Driver supplemental air bag 1-35
6. Fuel recommendation 9-3
7. Spare tire 6-2
8. Seat belts 1-7
9. Door locks 3-4
10. Seats 1-2
11. Meters and gauges 2-3
12. Fuel-filler door release 3-26,
Hood release 3-21
13. Audio system 4-10,
Heater and air conditioner 4-3
14. Battery 8-14
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