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Foreword
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Welcome to the growing family of new NISSAN When reading GUID-094B08F0-A4F3-43C5-B422-53E6C0F7A79F
the manual
owners. This vehicle has been delivered to you with This manual includes information for all options
confidence. It has been produced using the latest available on this model. Therefore, you may find some
techniques and strict quality control. information that does not apply to your vehicle.
This manual was prepared to help you understand the All information, specifications and illustrations in this
operation and maintenance of your vehicle so that you manual are those in effect at the time of printing.
may enjoy many kilometers (miles) of driving pleasure. NISSAN reserves the right to change specifications or
Please read through this manual before operating your designs without notice and without obligation.
vehicle.
A separate Warranty Information & Maintenance Book-
MODIFICATION OF YOUR VEHICLE
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This vehicle should not be modified. Modification could SIC0697
let explains details about the warranties covering your
vehicle. affect its performance, safety or durability, and may If you see this symbol, it means “Do not do this” or
even violate governmental regulations. In addition, “Do not let this happen”.
Your NISSAN dealer knows your vehicle best. When
damage or performance problems resulting from
you require any service or have any questions, we will
modifications may not be covered under NISSAN
be glad to assist you with the extensive resources NOS1274
warranties.
available for you.
If you see a symbol similar to these in an illustration, it
Read first — then drive safely
IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION
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GUID-F1B3FE1B-9282-43C0-82AE-C66B447BEF76 means the arrow points to the front of the vehicle.
Before driving your vehicle, read this Owner’s Manual
Reminders forGUID-4B8749D0-AE59-4E17-A1F0-CFAE2CFB6A0A
safety! carefully. This will ensure familiarity with controls and NOS1275
Follow these important driving rules to help ensure a maintenance requirements, assisting you in the safe
safe and complete trip for you and your passengers! operation of your vehicle. Arrows in an illustration that are similar to these
Throughout this manual we have used the symbol indicate movement or action.
. NEVER drive under the influence of alcohol
or drugs. followed by the word WARNING. This is used
to indicate the presence of a hazard that could cause NOS1276
. ALWAYS observe posted speed limits and
never drive too fast for conditions. death or serious personal injury. To avoid or reduce the Arrows in an illustration that are similar to these call
risk, the procedures must be followed precisely. attention to an item in the illustration.
. ALWAYS use your seat belts and appropriate
child restraint systems. Preteen children The symbol followed by the word CAUTION is
Bluetooth® is a trademark
should be seated in the rear seat. also used throughout this manual to indicate the NOS1617
owned by Bluetooth SIG, Inc.,
. ALWAYS provide information about the presence of a hazard that could cause minor or and licensed to Visteon Cor-
proper use of vehicle safety features to all moderate personal injury or damages to your vehicle. poration.
occupants of the vehicle. To avoid or reduce the risk, the procedures must be
. ALWAYS review this Owner’s Manual for
followed carefully. *
C 2014 NISSAN MOTOR CO., LTD.

important safety information.

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Table of Illustrated table of contents 0


Contents Safety — seats, seat belts and supplemental
restraint system 1
Instruments and controls 2
Pre-driving checks and adjustments 3
Heater and air conditioner, and audio system 4
Starting and driving 5
In case of emergency 6
Appearance and care 7
Maintenance and do-it-yourself 8
Technical information 9
Index 10

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0 Illustrated table of contents

Seats, seat belts and Supplemental Restraint System (SRS) .... 0-2 Instrument panel ......................................................................................
.... 0-8
Exterior front ..............................................................................................
.... 0-3 Left-Hand Drive (LHD) models ...................................................
.... 0-8
Exterior rear ...............................................................................................
.... 0-4 Right-Hand Drive (RHD) models .... ............................................... 0-9
Passenger compartment ........................................................................
.... 0-5 Meters and gauges .............................................................................
.... 0-10
Cockpit .......................................................................................................
.... 0-6 Engine compartment ...........................................................................
.... 0-11
Left-Hand Drive (LHD) models .....................................................
.... 0-6 MRA8DE engine model .............................................................
.... 0-11
Right-Hand Drive (RHD) models ..................................................
.... 0-7 MR16DDT engine model ...........................................................
.... 0-12
HR16DE engine model ..............................................................
.... 0-13

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SEATS, SEAT BELTS AND


SUPPLEMENTAL RESTRAINT
SYSTEM (SRS)
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JVC0433X

1. Child restraint anchor points* (for top tether 7. Supplemental side-impact air bags* (P.1-18)
strap child restraint) (Page 1-12) 8. Pre-tensioner seat belt system* (P.1-26)
2. Head restraints (P.1-5) 9. Front seats (P.1-2)
3. Seat belts (P.1-7) *: if equipped
4. Supplemental curtain side-impact air bags*
(P.1-18)
5. Supplemental front-impact air bags (P.1-18)
6. Rear seats (P.1-3)
— Child restraints (P.1-12)

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EXTERIOR FRONT
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10. Side turn signal lights (on the front fender or the
outside rearview mirror)
— Switch operation (P.2-19)
— Bulb replacement (P.8-24)
11. Outside mirrors (P.3-18)
12. Doors
— Keys (P.3-2)
— Door locks (P.3-3)
— Intelligent Key system* (P.3-7)
— Remote keyless entry system* (P.3-5)
— Security system* (P.3-14)
*: if equipped

JVC0429X

1. Engine hood (P.3-14) — Bulb replacement (P.8-24)


2. Windshield wiper and washer 7. Headlight cleaners* (P.2-20)
— Switch operation (P.2-20) 8. Headlights and turn signal lights
— Blade replacement (P.8-15) — Switch operation (P.2-17)
— Window washer fluid (P.8-17) — Bulb replacement (P.8-23)
3. Sunroof* (P.2-24) 9. Tires
4. Power windows (P.2-22) — Tires and wheels (P.8-31, P.9-7)
5. Recovery hook (P.6-9) — Flat tire (P.6-2)
6. Fog lights* — Tire placard (P.9-9)
— Switch operation (P.2-19)

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EXTERIOR REAR
GUID-E961F9FE-369F-49E4-9B87-99AC03634325

JVC0471X

1. Rear window defogger (P.2-21) — Window washer fluid (P.8-17)


2. High-mounted stop light (P.8-24) 7. Rear combination lights
3. Antenna (P.4-18) — Switch operation (P.2-17)
4. Sonar (parking sensor) system* (P.5-19) — Bulb replacement (P.8-24)
5. Back door (P.3-15) 8. Fuel filler lid
— Intelligent Key system* (P.3-7) — Operation (P.3-17)
— Remote keyless entry system* (P.3-5) — Fuel information (P.9-4)
— Rearview camera* (P.4-2) 9. Child safety rear door lock (P.3-5)
6. Rear window wiper and washer *: if equipped
— Switch operation (P.2-20)

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PASSENGER COMPARTMENT
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13. Front cup holders (P.2-27)
*: if equipped

JVC0477X

1. Cargo cover (P.2-28) 8. Sunglasses holder (P.2-27)


2. Coat hook* (P.2-28) 9. Inside rearview mirror (P.3-18)
3. Room light (P.2-29) 10. Rear armrest* (P.1-4)
4. Door armrest — Rear cup holders* (P.2-27)
— Power window switch (P.2-22) 11. Ashtray* (P.2-25)
— Power door lock switch (P.3-4) 12. Console box (P.2-26)
5. Sun visors (P.2-29, P.3-19) - Front armrest* (P.1-4)
6. Sunroof switch* (P.2-24) - USB memory operation* (P.4-25)
7. Map lights (P.2-30) - iPod player operation* (P.4-26)
- USB/AUX connector* (P.4-28)

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COCKPIT
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7. Fuse box cover (P.8-22)
LEFT-HAND DRIVE (LHD) MODELS 8. Vehicle Dynamic Control (VDC) OFF switch*
GUID-9A3CAB91-CAE5-436A-BA48-04725A88B6A5
(P.5-14)
9. Tilting/telescopic steering wheel lever (P.3-17)
10. Steering-wheel-mounted controls (left side)
— switch (odometer and trip computer)
(P.2-10)
— Audio system* (P.4-28)
— Bluetooth® Hands-Free Phone System (with-
out navigation system)* (P.4-29)
— Bluetooth® Hands-Free Phone System (with
navigation system)**
11. Steering-wheel-mounted controls (right side)
— Cruise control switches* (P.5-16)
*: if equipped
**: Refer to the separate NISSAN Connect Owner’s
Manual (if equipped).

JVC0480X

1. Instrument brightness control switch (P.2-7) — Horn (P.2-22)


2. Outside rearview mirror control switch (P.3-18) — Driver’s supplemental front-impact air bag
3. Headlight, fog light* and turn signal switch (P.1-18)
— Headlight (P.2-17) 5. Wiper and washer switch (P.2-20)
— Turn signal (P.2-19) 6. Shift lever
— Fog light* (P.2-19) — Continuously Variable Transmission (CVT)
4. Steering wheel (P.5-9)
— Electric power steering system (P.5-22) — Manual Transmission (MT) (P.5-13)

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RIGHT-HAND DRIVE (RHD) MODELS — Audio system* (P.4-28)


GUID-A5E7930B-0D66-42E4-BF05-07322329D1C5 — Bluetooth® Hands-Free Phone System (with-
out navigation system)* (P.4-29)
— Bluetooth® Hands-Free Phone System (with
navigation system)**
6. Steering-wheel-mounted controls (right side)
— Cruise control switches* (P.5-16)
7. Tilting/telescopic steering wheel lever (P.3-17)
8. Outside rearview mirror control switch (P.3-18)
9. Vehicle Dynamic Control (VDC) OFF switch*
(P.5-14)
10. Headlight aiming control switch* (P.2-18)
11. Instrument brightness control switch (P.2-7)
12. Fuse box cover (P.8-22)
*: if equipped
**: Refer to the separate NISSAN Connect Owner’s
Manual (if equipped).

JVC0437X

1. Shift lever — Driver’s supplemental front-impact air bag


— Continuously Variable Transmission (CVT) (P.1-18)
(P.5-9) 4. Headlight, fog light* and turn signal switch
— Manual Transmission (MT) (P.5-13) — Headlight (P.2-17)
2. Wiper and washer switch (P.2-20) — Turn signal (P.2-19)
3. Steering wheel — Fog light* (P.2-19)
— Electric power steering system (P.5-22) 5. Steering-wheel-mounted controls (left side)
— Horn (P.2-22) — switch (odometer and trip computer)
(P.2-10)

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INSTRUMENT PANEL
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15. Glove box (P.2-26)
LEFT-HAND DRIVE (LHD) MODELS *: if equipped
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**: Refer to the separate NISSAN Connect Owner’s
Manual (if equipped).

JVC0307X

1. Meters and gauges (P.2-6) 8. Fuel filler lid release handle (P.3-17)
2. Push-button ignition switch (models with Intel- 9. Hood release handle (P.3-14)
ligent Key system) (P.5-5) 10. Ignition switch (models without Intelligent Key
3. Center ventilator (P.4-5) system) (P.5-4)
4. Hazard indicator flasher switch (P.6-2) 11. Defogger switch (P.2-21)
5. Audio system* (P.4-11) or Navigation system** 12. Ashtray and cigarette lighter (P.2-25)
6. Passenger’s front-impact air bag (P.1-18) 13. Parking brake (P.3-19, 8-12)
7. Side ventilator (P.4-5) 14. Heater and air conditioner control (P.4-6)

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RIGHT-HAND DRIVE (RHD) MODELS 14. Hood release handle (P.3-14)


GUID-D11B43F4-C0AA-4C9A-8A62-2E19D5DAC1AB 15. Fuel filler lid release handle (P.3-17)
*: if equipped
**: Refer to the separate NISSAN Connect Owner’s
Manual (if equipped).

JVC0306X

1. Side ventilator (P.4-5) 8. Glove box (P.2-26)


2. Passenger’s front-impact air bag (P.1-18) 9. Heater and air conditioner control (P.4-6)
3. Audio system* (P.4-11) or Navigation system** 10. Parking brake (P.3-19, 8-12)
4. Hazard indicator flasher switch (P.6-2) 11. Power outlet* (P.2-25) or Ashtray and cigarette
5. Center ventilator (P.4-5) lighter* (P.2-25)
6. Push-button ignition switch (models with Intel- 12. Defogger switch (P.2-21)
ligent Key system) (P.5-5) 13. Ignition switch (models without Intelligent Key
7. Meters and gauges (P.2-6) system) (P.5-4)

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METERS AND GAUGES


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JVI0275X

1. Tachometer (P.2-6) 5. Speedometer (P.2-6)


2. Vehicle information display (P.2-8) 6. Warning/indicator lights (P.2-11)
— Odometer/twin trip odometer (P.2-10) *: if equipped
— Outside air temperature (P.2-8)
— Continuously Variable Transmission (CVT)
position indicator* (P.2-8, P.5-9)
— Trip computer (P.2-8)
3. Engine coolant temperature gauge (P.2-7)
4. Fuel gauge (P.2-7)

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ENGINE COMPARTMENT
GUID-43A12B5B-1EC5-4B57-AF49-1F11888695D0

MRA8DE ENGINE MODEL


GUID-6E1DA810-4A38-406B-8F9B-5641920A43EF

JVC0363X

1. Brake and clutch* fluid reservoir (P.8-13) 6. Window washer fluid reservoir (P.8-17)
— Right-Hand Drive (RHD) models 7. Engine drive belt location (P.8-11)
2. Engine oil filler cap (P.8-9) 8. Engine oil dipstick (P.8-9)
3. Brake fluid reservoir (P.8-13) 9. Radiator cap (P.8-7)
— Left-Hand Drive (LHD) models — Vehicle overheat (P.6-7)
4. Air cleaner (P.8-15) 10. Engine coolant reservoir (P.8-7)
5. Battery (P.8-18) 11. Fuse/fusible link holders (P.8-21)
— Jump starting (P.6-5) *: For Manual Transmission (MT) models

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MR16DDT ENGINE MODEL


GUID-D8B2D2C0-7E46-4A8F-915F-A7C17E8386F2

JVM0262X

1. Brake and clutch* fluid reservoir (P.8-13) 8. Engine coolant reservoir (P.8-7)
2. Engine oil filler cap (P.8-9) 9. Fuse/fusible link holders (P.8-21)
3. Radiator cap (P.8-7) 10. Battery (P.8-18)
— Vehicle overheat (P.6-7) — Jump starting (P.6-5)
4. Air cleaner (P.8-15) *: For Manual Transmission (MT) model
5. Window washer fluid reservoir (P.8-17)
6. Engine drive belt location (P.8-11)
7. Engine oil dipstick (P.8-9)

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HR16DE ENGINE MODEL


GUID-DCE84F59-875A-4CF0-84D3-EDA6A831E16D

JVC0364X

1. Brake and clutch* fluid reservoir (P.8-13) 6. Window washer fluid reservoir (P.8-17)
— Right-Hand Drive (RHD) models 7. Engine drive belt location (P.8-11)
2. Engine oil filler cap (P.8-9) 8. Engine oil dipstick (P.8-9)
3. Brake and clutch* fluid reservoir (P.8-13) 9. Radiator cap (P.8-7)
— Left-Hand Drive (LHD) models — Vehicle overheat (P.6-7)
4. Air cleaner (P.8-15) 10. Engine coolant reservoir (P.8-7)
5. Battery (P.8-18) 11. Fuse/fusible link holders (P.8-21)
— Jump starting (P.6-5) *: For Manual Transmission (MT) models

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MEMO

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1 Safety — seats, seat belts and supplemental


restraint system
Seats ...........................................................................................................
.... 1-2 Three-point type seat belts ..........................................................
.... 1-9
Front seats ..........................................................................................
.... 1-2 Two-point type seat belts (if equipped) ................................
.... 1-11
Rear seats ...........................................................................................
.... 1-3 Seat belt maintenance ...............................................................
.... 1-11
Armrest ................................................................................................
.... 1-4 Child restraints .....................................................................................
.... 1-12
Head restraints .........................................................................................
.... 1-5 Precautions on child restraint usage ......................................
.... 1-12
Adjustable head restraint ................................................................
.... 1-5 Child restraint anchorage (if equipped) .... ................................ 1-12
Non-adjustable head restraint .......................................................
.... 1-5 Child restraint installation using 3-point type seat belt
Remove ................................................................................................
.... 1-5 (if equipped) .................................................................................
.... 1-13
Install ....................................................................................................
.... 1-6 Child restraint installation using 2-point type seat belt
Adjust ...................................................................................................
.... 1-6 (if equipped) .................................................................................
.... 1-16
Seat belts ..................................................................................................
.... 1-7 Supplemental Restraint System (SRS) ..........................................
.... 1-18
Precautions on seat belt usage ....................................................
.... 1-7 Precautions on Supplemental Restraint System (SRS) .... .... 1-18
Child safety .........................................................................................
.... 1-8 Supplemental air bag systems .................................................
.... 1-22
Pregnant women ...............................................................................
.... 1-9 SRS air bag deployment conditions .......................................
.... 1-24
Injured persons ..................................................................................
.... 1-9 Pre-tensioner seat belt system (if equipped) ....................... .... 1-26
Center mark on seat belts ..............................................................
.... 1-9 Repair and replacement procedure ........................................
.... 1-26

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SEATS
GUID-65E1CF4D-248A-4E0E-B80E-0E67876FCCD6

SSS0133A

FRONT SEATS
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WARNING:
. Do not drive and/or ride in the vehicle with WARNING:
the seatback reclined. This can be danger- Do not adjust the driver’s seat while driving so
ous. The shoulder belt will not be properly that full attention may be given to vehicle
against the body. In an accident, you and operation.
your passengers could be thrown into the
shoulder belt and receive neck or other
Manual seat adjustment
serious injuries. You and your passengers GUID-E5A26E75-3DD6-4E76-AA24-3DBFA97F9F4B

could also slide under the lap belt and


WARNING:
receive serious injuries.
. For the most effective protection while the After adjusting a seat, gently shake the seat to
vehicle is in motion, the seatback should be confirm that the seat is locked securely. If the
upright. Always sit well back in the seat and seat is not locked securely, it may move
adjust the seat belt properly. (See “Seat suddenly and could cause the loss of control of
belts” (P.1-7).) the vehicle.

CAUTION:
When adjusting the seat positions, be sure not
to contact any moving parts to avoid possible
injuries and/or damages.

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REAR SEATSGUID-A95A1654-09D4-44BC-89C1-C253B6CC3D14
Folding GUID-1776AFB3-BD79-41D2-B498-D7CAC47A8A6B

SSS0792

Forward and backward:


GUID-9E14C2E6-2E9C-4731-980B-C45B899B977B
Seat lifter (if equipped):
GUID-9E14C2E6-2E9C-4731-980B-C45B899B977B
1. Pull up the adjusting lever *1 . SSS1145
2. Slide the seat to the desired position.
Before folding the rear seats:
GUID-9E14C2E6-2E9C-4731-980B-C45B899B977B
3. Release the adjusting lever to lock the seat in
Secure the seat belts on the seat belt hooks on the
position.
side wall. (See “Seat belt hooks” (P.1-10).)
Reclining: GUID-9E14C2E6-2E9C-4731-980B-C45B899B977B To fold the seatback, pull the adjusting knob *
1 .
1. Pull up the adjusting lever *2 .
To return the seatback to the seating position, lift up
2. Tilt the seatback to the desired position. each seatback and push it to the upright position until
3. Release the adjusting lever to lock the seatback in it is latched.
position.
SSS1129
The reclining feature allows the adjustment of the
CAUTION:
seatback for occupants of different sizes to help obtain Pull up or push down the adjusting lever to adjust the When folding or returning the seatback(s) to the
the proper seat belt fit. (See “Seat belts” (P.1-7).) seat height until the desired position is achieved. upright position, make sure that the seat path is
The seatback may be reclined to allow occupants to clear before moving the seat to avoid injury to
rest when the vehicle is parked. yourself and others.

WARNING:
. Never allow anyone to ride in the luggage
area or on the rear seats when they are in
the fold-down position. Use of these areas
by passengers without proper restraints
could result in serious injury in an accident

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or sudden stop. ARMREST GUID-403C964A-AB99-4CBE-97C9-20E36AA8A07E


Rear (if equipped)
GUID-98AB7A5D-36C0-4EF1-B4E6-CE0EC7D788CB
. Do not fold down the rear seats when
Front
occupants are in the rear seat area or any GUID-116F0D1F-2BF9-4B1A-AEC8-6A38242B8071

luggage is on the rear seats.


. Properly secure all luggage to help prevent it
from sliding or shifting. Do not place lug-
gage higher than the seatbacks.
. When returning the seatbacks to the upright
position, be certain they are completely
secured in the latched position. If they are
not completely secured, passengers may be
injured in an accident or sudden stop. SIC4593

. Head restraints should be adjusted properly JVR0118X Pull the armrest forward until it is horizontal.
as they may provide significant protection
against whiplash injury. Always replace and To use the front armrest, slide it forward.
adjust them properly if they have been Slide the armrest to the original position when using
removed for any reason. the front cup holders.

JVR0042X

CAUTION:
When the front armrest is in the forward-most
position, do not place your fingers on the bottom
portion of the armrest to avoid possible injuries.
Your fingers could be injured if the armrest
slides to its original position.

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HEAD RESTRAINTS
GUID-1D2DB560-F0D1-4E17-A618-221460107213
ADJUSTABLEGUID-6C88D4AC-5493-4D7E-A8B2-5C0BA789C719
HEAD RESTRAINT 4. Stalks
WARNING:
Head restraints supplement the other vehicle
REMOVE GUID-290925FB-6436-4FF1-9E3D-7ED53BDC5322
safety systems. They may provide additional
protection against injury in certain rear end
collisions. Adjustable head restraints must be
adjusted properly, as specified in this section.
Check the adjustment after someone else uses
the seat. Do not attach anything to the head
restraint stalks or remove the head restraint. Do
not use the seat if the head restraint has been
removed. If the head restraint was removed,
SSS0992
reinstall and properly adjust the head restraint
before an occupant uses the seating position. 1. Removable head restraint SSS1037
Failure to follow these instructions can reduce
the effectiveness of the head restraint. This may 2. Multiple notches Use the following procedure to remove the head
increase the risk of serious injury or death in a 3. Lock knob restraint.
collision. 4. Stalks 1. Pull the head restraint up to the highest position.
. Your vehicle is equipped with a head restraint that 2. Push and hold the lock knob.
NON-ADJUSTABLE HEAD RESTRAINT
GUID-1EB1A16B-94AC-4529-82EA-BEC9EB4F3D4A
may be integrated, adjustable or non-adjustable. 3. Remove the head restraint from the seat.
. Adjustable head restraints have multiple notches 4. Store the head restraint properly in a secure place
along the stalk to lock them in a desired so it is not loose in the vehicle.
adjustment position.
5. Reinstall and properly adjust the head restraint
. The non-adjustable head restraints have a single
before an occupant uses the seating position.
locking notch to secure them to the seat frame.
. Proper Adjustment:
— For the adjustable type, align the head restraint
so the center of your ear is approximately level
with the center of the head restraint.
— If your ear position is still higher than the JVR0203X
recommended alignment, place the head
restraint at the highest position. 1. Removable head restraint
. If the head restraint has been removed, ensure 2. Single notch
that it is reinstalled and locked in place before 3. Lock knob
riding in that designated seating position.

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INSTALL GUID-73A81482-05DF-4DF7-B2C4-2E27EA6245FD
For adjustable head restraint Make sure the head restraint is positioned from the
Adjust the head restraint so the center is level with the stored position or any non-latch position so the lock
center of your ears. If your ear position is still higher knob is engaged in the notch before riding in that
than the recommended alignment, place the head designated seating position.
restraint at the highest position. Lower GUID-7009499C-CED8-4CB8-99B7-1F53EBF13F41

SSS1038

1. Align the head restraint stalks with the holes in the


seat. Make sure that the head restraint is facing
the correct direction. The stalk with the adjustment
JVR0259X
notch * 1 must be installed in the hole with the SSS1036
lock knob * 2 . For non-adjustable head restraint To lower, push and hold the lock knob and push the
2. Push and hold the lock knob and push the head Make sure the head restraint is positioned from the head restraint down.
restraint down. stored position or any non-latch position so the lock Make sure the head restraint is positioned so the lock
3. Properly adjust the head restraint before an knob is engaged in the notch before riding in that knob is engaged in the notch before riding in that
occupant uses the seating position. designated seating position. designated seating position.
ADJUST GUID-9E1F43B9-8B6D-4575-9B2E-4EFB399EE3DA
Raise GUID-381E3681-A0D7-4BA9-99AB-F3036FA3C573

SSS0997 SSS1035

To raise the head restraint, pull it up.

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SEAT BELTS
GUID-B24797EF-9596-4C08-A632-05BD45FC2BE9

PRECAUTIONS ON SEAT BELT USAGE


GUID-7E5A0FD7-D295-4EFD-A08C-C72A17D14624
If you are wearing the seat belt properly adjusted and
sitting upright and well back in the seat, 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 the supplemental air bag systems.

SSS0134A

SSS0136A

SSS0014 SSS0016

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. Do not run the belt behind your back or . Once the pre-tensioner seat belt (if
WARNING:
under your arm. Always route the shoulder equipped) has activated, it cannot be reused.
. Seatbelts are designed to bear upon the belt over your shoulder and across your It must be replaced together with the
bony structure of the body, and should be chest. The belt should be away from your retractor. Contact a NISSAN dealer.
worn low across the front of the pelvis or the face and neck, but not falling off your . Removal and installation of the pre-ten-
pelvis, chest and shoulders, as applicable; shoulder. Serious injury may occur if a seat sioner seat belt system components (if
wearing the lap section of the belt across belt is not worn properly. equipped) should be done by a NISSAN
the abdominal area must be avoided. Ser- . No modifications or additions should be dealer.
ious injury may occur if a seat belt is not made by the user which will either prevent
worn properly. the seat belt adjusting devices from operat- CHILD SAFETY
GUID-50FE0FCD-DBC6-4BF8-A13A-E3AFA74EB719
. Position the lap belt as low and snug as ing to remove slack, or prevent the seat belt
possible around the hips, not the waist. A assembly from being adjusted to remove WARNING:
lap belt worn too high could increase the slack.
. Infants and children need special protection.
risk of internal injuries in an accident. . Care should be taken to avoid contamina- The vehicle’s seat belts may not fit them
. Do not allow more than one person to use tion of the webbing with polishes, oils and properly. The shoulder belt may come too
the same seat belt. Each belt assembly must chemicals, and particularly battery acid. close to the face or neck. The lap belt may
only be used by one occupant; it is danger- Cleaning may safely be carried out using not fit over their small hipbones. In an
ous to put a belt around a child being carried mild soap and water. The belt should be accident, an improperly fitted seat belt could
on the occupant’s lap. replaced if webbing becomes frayed, con- cause serious or fatal injury.
. Never carry more people in the vehicle than taminated or damaged.
. Always use an appropriate child restraint
there are seat belts. . All seat belt assemblies including retractors system.
. Never wear seat belts inside out. Belts and attaching hardware should be inspected
after any collision by a NISSAN dealer. Children need adults to help protect them. They need
should not be worn with straps twisted. to be properly restrained. The proper restraint depends
Doing so may reduce their effectiveness. NISSAN recommends that all seat belt
assemblies in use during a collision be on the child’s size.
. Seatbelts should be adjusted as firmly as replaced unless the collision was minor
possible, consistent with comfort, to provide and the belts show no damage and continue
the protection for which they have been to operate properly. Seat belt assemblies
designed. A slack belt will greatly reduce the not in use during a collision should also be
protection afforded to the wearer. inspected and, when necessary, replaced if
. Every person who drives or rides in this either damage or improper operation is
vehicle should use a seat belt at all times. noted.
Children should be properly restrained in the . It is essential to replace the entire assembly
rear seat and, if appropriate, in a child after it has been worn in a severe impact
restraint system. even if damage to the assembly is not
obvious.

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Infants and small children


GUID-9EA9FF02-4615-4E08-8998-8897493078B8
portion of the shoulder and the lap belt is low on the CENTER MARK ON SEAT BELTS
GUID-4379FCB6-A0FC-49F8-B357-9DDABA29EF87
hips. The booster seat should also fit the vehicle seat.
Once the child has grown so that the shoulder belt is Selecting correct set of seat belts
GUID-D44FE812-A107-4F66-B3D5-9588A17259FA
no longer on or near the face or neck of the child, use
the shoulder belt without the booster seat. In addition,
there are many types of child restraint systems
available for larger children that should be used for
maximum protection.

PREGNANT WOMEN
GUID-EB362D86-544D-4564-AF14-2AA962BFFC63
NISSAN recommends that pregnant women use seat
belts. The seat belt should be worn snug, and always
SSS0099 position the lap belt as low as possible around the
hips, not the waist. Place the shoulder belt over your
NISSAN recommends that infants and small children JVR0041X
shoulder and across your chest. Never run the lap/
be seated in a child restraint system. You should
shoulder belt over your abdominal area. Contact your The center seat belt buckle and the tongue are
choose a child restraint system that fits your vehicle
doctor for specific recommendations. identified by the CENTER mark. The center seat belt
and the child, and always follow the manufacturer’s
instructions for installation and use. tongue can be fastened only into the center seat belt
INJURED PERSONS
GUID-11687DB4-061D-4F49-9F66-C8C24C9C8A28 buckle.
Large childrenGUID-7EC09A67-00D1-4A31-9107-8BC52BC8A5CE NISSAN recommends that injured persons use seat
belts. Contact your doctor for specific recommenda- THREE-POINT TYPE SEAT BELTS
GUID-0BC1986B-C5D8-4503-B446-845D468C8DFE
WARNING: tions.

. Never allow children to stand or kneel on


any seats.
. Never allow children in the cargo areas while
the vehicle is moving. A child could be
seriously injured in an accident or sudden
stop.
Children who are too large for a child restraint system
should be seated and restrained by the seat belts that
are provided. SSS0292

If the child’s seating position has a shoulder belt that


fits close to the face or neck, the use of a booster seat WARNING:
(commercially available) may help overcome this. The
Every person who drives or rides in this vehicle
booster seat should raise the child so that the shoulder
belt is properly positioned across the top, middle should use a seat belt at all times.

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Fastening seatGUID-89F085F0-308A-481D-A480-9ED347F5EEA1
belts 4. Pull the shoulder belt portion toward the retractor not falling off your shoulder.
to take up extra slack. Be sure the shoulder belt is To adjust, pull the release button * 1 and move the
WARNING: routed over your shoulder and is snug across your shoulder belt anchor to the proper position *
2 , so that
chest. the belt passes over the center of the shoulder.
The seatback should not be in a reclined
position any more than needed for comfort. Seat Shoulder beltGUID-3C34CDBB-BB30-4CBB-99BE-2387B7C1E699
height adjustment (front seats) Release the button to lock the shoulder belt anchor
belts are most effective when the passenger sits into position.
well back and straight up in the seat. Unfastening seat belts
GUID-B9FD6826-2EEF-4B6A-BBB2-8DA9DC9A114C
1. Adjust the seat. (See “Seats” (P.1-2).) Push the button on the buckle. The seat belt
2. Slowly pull the seat belt out of the retractor and automatically retracts.
insert the tongue into the buckle until you hear and Seat belt hooks
GUID-0A7B1C10-9CFD-4887-B9D3-AF0EDDB1D238
feel the latch engage.
. The retractor is designed to lock during a
sudden stop or on impact. A slow pulling
motion permits the seat belt to move, and
allows you some freedom of movement in SSS0351A
the seat.
. If the seat belt cannot be pulled from its
WARNING:
fully retracted position, firmly pull the belt
and release it. Then smoothly pull the belt . The shoulder belt anchor height should be
out of the retractor. adjusted to the position best for you. Failure
to do so may reduce the effectiveness of the
SSS1138
entire restraint system and increase the
chance or severity of injury in an accident. When the rear seat belts are not in use and when
. The shoulder belt should rest on the middle folding down the rear seats, hook the rear outer seat
of the shoulder. It must not rest against the belts on the seat belt hooks.
neck.
Checking seatGUID-403EE7BD-2595-4C9C-B3EC-2256E3EF91C8
belt operation
. Be sure that the seat belt is not twisted in
any way. Seat belt retractors are designed to lock seat belt
movement:
. Be sure that the shoulder belt anchor is
secured by trying to move the shoulder belt . When the seat belt is pulled quickly from the
SSS0467 anchor up and down after adjustment. retractor.
. When the vehicle slows down rapidly.
3. Position the lap belt portion low and snug on the The shoulder belt anchor height should be adjusted to To increase your confidence in the seat belts, check
hips as shown. the position best for you. the operation by grasping the shoulder belt and pulling
The belt should be away from your face and neck, but forward quickly. The retractor should lock and restrict

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further belt movement. If the retractor does not lock Unfastening seat belts
GUID-B678EAF0-A08C-4DF6-BC72-45BFD830E250
during this check, contact a NISSAN dealer immedi- Push the button on the buckle.
ately.
SEAT BELT MAINTENANCE
TWO-POINT TYPE SEAT BELTS (if GUID-1C0BBCBB-C6A2-4E79-BD2C-4BF0F58A6E61
Periodically check that the seat belt and all the metal
equipped) GUID-529803C3-7237-429A-B395-21C4724BFEA1 components, such as buckles, tongues, retractors,
Fastening seatGUID-4E3A86C9-2C5C-4948-B0A8-7998841C1CDE
belts flexible wires and anchors, work properly. If loose parts,
deterioration, cuts or other damage on the seat belt
webbing is found, the entire seat belt assembly should
be replaced.
JVR0036X If dirt builds up in the shoulder belt guide of the seat
2. Adjust the seat belt length. To shorten, hold the belt anchors, the seat belts may retract slowly. Wipe
tongue and pull the upper belt as illustrated *
1 .
the shoulder belt guide with a clean, dry cloth.
To lengthen, hold the tongue and pull the under To clean the seat belt webbing, apply a mild soap
belt as illustrated *
2 . solution or any solution recommended for cleaning
upholstery or carpet. Then wipe with a cloth and allow
the seat belts to dry in the shade. Do not allow the seat
JVR0035X belts to retract until they are completely dry.

WARNING:
Seat belts are most effective when the passen-
ger sits well back and straight up in the seat.

1. Insert the tongue into the buckle marked CENTER


until you hear and feel the latch engage.
JVR0037X

3. Position the lap belt portion low and snug on the


hips as shown.

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CHILD RESTRAINTS
GUID-F2068D73-379A-46BC-9200-AB7FD98E9DCB
serious injury or death in an accident. . If the seat belt in the position where a child
PRECAUTIONS ON CHILD RESTRAINT restraint is installed requires a locking
USAGE . Follow all of the child restraint manufac-
GUID-843A7C9C-1266-4B11-9B92-C7AD768A370E turer’s instructions for installation and use. device and if it is not used, injuries could
When purchasing a child restraint, be sure to result from a child restraint tipping over
select one which will fit your child and during normal vehicle braking or cornering.
vehicle. It may not be possible to properly
install some types of child restraint in your CAUTION:
vehicle.
Remember that a child restraint left in a closed
. The direction of the child restraint, either vehicle can become very hot. Check the seating
front-facing or rear-facing, depends on the surface and buckles before placing your child in
type of the child restraint and the size of the a child restraint.
child. Refer to the child restraint manufac-
turer’s instructions for details. NISSAN recommends that infants and small children
SSS0099 be seated in a child restraint. You should choose a
. Adjustable seatbacks should be positioned
to fit the child restraint, but as upright as child restraint that fits your vehicle and always follow
WARNING: possible. the manufacturer’s instructions for installation and use.
In addition, there are many types of child restraints
. Infants and small children should always be . After attaching a child restraint, test it available for larger children that should be used for
placed in an appropriate child restraint while before you place the child in it. Push it from maximum protection.
riding in the vehicle. Failure to use a child side to side and tug it forward to make sure
restraint can result in serious injury or death. that it is held securely in place. The child CHILD RESTRAINT ANCHORAGE (if
restraint should not move more than 25 mm equipped)
. Infants and small children should never be GUID-999EF414-BA0B-4E48-86C4-F6A14C27D2DC
(1 in). If the restraint is not secure, tighten Your vehicle is designed to accommodate a child
carried on your lap. It is not possible for even
the belt as necessary, or install the restraint restraint system on the rear seat. When installing a
the strongest adult to resist the forces of a
in another seat and test it again. child restraint system, carefully read and follow the
severe accident. The child could be crushed
between the adult and parts of the vehicle. . When the child restraint is not in use, keep it instructions in this manual and those supplied with the
Also, do not put the same seat belt around secured with a seat belt to prevent it from child restraint system.
both your child and yourself. being thrown around in case of a sudden
stop or accident. WARNING:
. NISSAN recommends that the child re-
straints be installed in the rear seat. Accord- . Never install a rear-facing child restraint on . Child restraint anchorages are designed to
ing to accident statistics, children are safer the front passenger’s seat when the front withstand only those loads imposed by
when properly restrained in the rear seat passenger’s air bag is available. Supple- correctly fitted child restraints. Under no
than in the front seat. mental front-impact air bags inflate with circumstances are they to be used for adult
great force. A rear-facing child restraint seat belts, harnesses or for attaching other
. Improper use or improper installation of a
could be struck by the supplemental front- items or equipment to the vehicle. Doing so
child restraint can increase the risk or
impact air bags in an accident and could could damage the child restraint an-
severity of injury for both the child and other
seriously injure or kill your child. chorages. The child restraint will not be
occupants of the vehicle and can lead to

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properly installed using the damaged an- CHILD RESTRAINT INSTALLATION USING 2. Route the seat belt tongue through the child
chorage, and a child could be seriously 3-POINT TYPEGUID-88B65913-C497-4813-85DA-387E04EA1320
SEAT BELT (if equipped) restraint and insert it into the buckle *
2 until you
injured or killed in a collision. hear and feel the latch engage.
. The child restraint top tether strap may be
Installation on GUID-BD49434F-1329-4217-B13F-291E826C3ED4
rear outer seats 3. To prevent slack in the seat belt webbing, it is
damaged by contact with the cargo cover or necessary to secure the seat belt in place with
items in the luggage area. Remove the cargo locking devices attached to the child restraint.
cover from the vehicle or secure it and any
luggage. Your child could be seriously
injured or killed in a collision if the top
tether strap is damaged.

Anchorage location
GUID-10B2BB22-866D-4899-AF59-A4697DD460CB

SSS0758A
Step 1
Front-facing: GUID-9E14C2E6-2E9C-4731-980B-C45B899B977B SSS0647A
Be sure to follow the manufacturer’s instructions for Step 4
the proper use of your child restraint. Follow these 4. Remove any additional slack from the seat belt;
steps to install a front-facing child restraint on the rear press downward * 3 and rearward * 4 firmly in
seats using 3-point type seat belt: the center of the child restraint with your knee to
1. Position the child restraint on the seat *
1 . compress the vehicle seat cushion and seatback
JVR0194X while pulling up on the seat belt.
The anchor points are located on the back side of the
rear seatbacks.

SSS0493A
SSS0638A
Step 2
Step 5

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5. Test the child restraint before you place the child


in it *
5 . Push the child restraint from side to side
and tug it forward to make sure that it is held
securely in place.
6. Check to make sure that the child restraint is
properly secured prior to each use. If the child
restraint is loose, repeat steps 3 through 5.
Rear-facing: GUID-9E14C2E6-2E9C-4731-980B-C45B899B977B

SSS0654A SSS0658A
Step 2 Step 5
2. Route the seat belt tongue through the child 5. Test the child restraint before you place the child
restraint and insert it into the buckle *
2 until you in it *
5 . Push the child restraint from side to side
hear and feel the latch engage. and tug it forward to make sure that it is held
3. To prevent slack in the seat belt webbing, it is securely in place.
necessary to secure the seat belt in place with 6. Check to make sure that the child restraint is
locking devices attached to the child restraint. properly secured prior to each use. If the child
restraint is loose, repeat steps 3 through 5.
SSS0759A
Step 1
Be sure to follow the manufacturer’s instructions for
the proper use of your child restraint. Follow these
steps to install a rear-facing child restraint on the rear
seats using 3-point type seat belt:
1. Position the child restraint on the seat *
1 .

SSS0639A
Step 4
4. Remove any additional slack from the seat belt;
press downward * 3 and rearward * 4 firmly in
the center of the child restraint with your hand to
compress the vehicle seat cushion and seatback
while pulling up on the seat belt.

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Installation on front passenger’s seat


GUID-4389C3B1-D7E8-41D1-8896-F4130AED3FD3

SSS0360C
Step 4
SSS0300A
4. Route the seat belt tongue through the child
restraint and insert it into the buckle *
3 until you
Front-facing: GUID-9E14C2E6-2E9C-4731-980B-C45B899B977B
WARNING: hear and feel the latch engage.
Be sure to follow the manufacturer’s instructions for
5. To prevent slack in the seat belt webbing, it is
. Never install a rear-facing child restraint on the proper use of your child restraint. Follow these
necessary to secure the seat belt in place with
the front passenger’s seat when the front steps to install a front-facing child restraint on the front
locking devices attached to the child restraint.
passenger’s air bag is available. Supple- passenger’s seat using 3-point type seat belt:
mental front-impact air bags inflate with
great force. A rear-facing child restraint
could be struck by the supplemental front-
impact air bags in an accident and could
seriously injure or kill your child.
. Never install a child restraint with a top
tether strap on the front seat.
. NISSAN recommends that a child restraint
be installed on the rear seat. However, if you
must install a child restraint on the front
SSS0647B
passenger’s seat, move the passenger’s seat SSS0627
to the rearmost position. Step 6
Steps 1 and 2
6. Remove any additional slack from the seat belt;
. Child restraints for infants must be used in 1. Move the seat to the rearmost position *
1 .
press downward * 4 and rearward * 5 firmly in
the rear-facing direction and therefore must 2. Adjust the head restraint to its highest position the center of the child restraint with your knee to
not be used on the front passenger’s seat *
2 . compress the vehicle seat cushion and seatback
when the front passenger’s air bag is avail- 3. Position the child restraint in the seat. while pulling up on the seat belt.
able.

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CHILD RESTRAINT INSTALLATION USING


2-POINT TYPEGUID-FA9A4201-4F83-4CEF-A803-A4EA00FB7110
SEAT BELT (if equipped)
Installation onGUID-DEE41DF7-B22C-4FBD-BC2B-BE887465FDCA
rear center seat

WARNING:
The direction of the child restraint system
depends on the type of the child restraint system
and the size of the child.

SSS0302G Front-facing: GUID-9E14C2E6-2E9C-4731-980B-C45B899B977B SSS0513


Step 7
7. Test the child restraint before you place the child 3. To prevent slack in the lap belt, it is necessary to
in it *
6 . Push the child restraint from side to side secure the lap belt in place with a locking clip *
A .

and tug it forward to make sure that it is held Use the locking clip attached to the child restraint
securely in place. system, or one which is equivalent in dimensions
and strength.
8. Check to make sure that the child restraint is
properly secured prior to each use. If the child Be sure to follow the child restraint system
restraint is loose, repeat steps 4 through 7. manufacturer’s instructions for belt routing.
4. Test the child restraint system before you place
the child in it. Tilt it from side to side. Try to tug it
SSS0512 forward and check if it is held securely in place.
5. Make sure that the child restraint system is
If you must install a front-facing child restraint system properly secured prior to each use.
on the rear center seat, follow these steps:
1. Position the front-facing child restraint system on
the rear center seat.
Always follow the child restraint system manufac-
turer’s instructions for installation and use.
2. Route the seat belt tongue through the child
restraint system and insert it into the buckle until
you hear and feel the latch engage.

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Rear-facing: GUID-9E14C2E6-2E9C-4731-980B-C45B899B977B
Use the locking clip attached to the child restraint
system, or one which is equivalent in dimensions
and strength.
Be sure to follow the child restraint system
manufacturer’s instructions for belt routing.
4. Test the child restraint system before you place
the child in it. Tilt it from side to side. Try to tug it
forward and check if it is held securely in place.
5. Make sure that the child restraint system is
properly secured prior to each use.

SSS0514

If you must install a rear-facing child restraint system


on the rear center seat, follow these steps:
1. Position the rear-facing child restraint system on
the rear center seat.
Always follow the child restraint system manufac-
turer’s instructions for installation and use.
2. Route the seat belt tongue through the child
restraint system and insert it into the buckle until
you hear and feel the latch engage.

SSS0513

3. To prevent slack in the lap belt, it is necessary to


secure the lap belt in place with a locking clip *
A .

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SUPPLEMENTAL RESTRAINT
SYSTEM (SRS)
GUID-33C3B6B4-4C4F-4C02-B8D3-E13829BAF5BB
sions or other injuries. Air bags do not provide
PRECAUTIONS ON SUPPLEMENTAL RE- protection to the lower body. Seat belts should always
STRAINT SYSTEM (SRS)
GUID-17232207-DAB5-4C49-986F-9CACB2FAA6F8 be correctly worn and the occupants should always be
This Supplemental Restraint System (SRS) section seated a suitable distance away from the steering
contains important information concerning the driver’s wheel and instrument panel. (See “Seat belts” (P.1-7).)
and passenger’s supplemental front-impact air bags, The air bags inflate quickly in order to help protect the
supplemental side-impact air bags, supplemental occupants. The force of the air bags inflating can
curtain side-impact air bags and pre-tensioner seat increase the risk of injury if the occupants are too close
belts. to, or are against, the air bag modules during inflation.
The air bags will deflate quickly after deployment.
SupplementalGUID-5ED4D143-8D8A-4A77-BB38-6650BD18322C
front-impact air bag system
The SRS operates only when the ignition switch
This system can help cushion the impact force to the is in the “ON” position.
head and chest area of the driver and/or front
passenger in certain frontal collisions. The supple- When the ignition switch is in the “ON” position,
mental front-impact air bag is designed to inflate on the the SRS air bag warning light illuminates for
front where the vehicle is impacted. about 7 seconds and then turns off. This
indicates that the SRS air bag system is opera-
Supplemental side-impact air bag system (if tional. (See “SRS air bag warning light” (P.1-21).)
equipped) GUID-931BDBE2-9985-41F3-A607-F67C072B2A98
This system can help cushion the impact force to the
chest and pelvis areas of the driver and front
passenger in certain side-impact collisions. The
supplemental side-impact air bag is designed to inflate
on the side where the vehicle is impacted.

Supplemental curtain side-impact air bag


system (if equipped)
GUID-AA4E0875-0C69-409F-AE9A-D2E13197266A
This system can help cushion the impact force to the
head of the driver and passengers in front and rear
outboard seating positions in certain side-impact
collisions. The supplemental curtain side-impact air
bag is designed to inflate on the side where the vehicle
is impacted.
The SRS is designed to supplement the accident
protection provided by the driver’s and passenger’s
seat belts and is not designed to substitute for them.
The SRS can help save lives and reduce serious
injuries. However, inflating air bags may cause abra-

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SSS0131A SSS0006

SSS0132A SSS0007

rained, leaning forward, sitting sideways, or


WARNING:
out of position in any way, you and your
. The supplemental front-impact air bags passengers are at greater risk of injury or
ordinarily will not inflate in the event of a death in an accident. You and your passen-
side impact, rear impact, rollover, or lower gers may also receive serious or fatal
severity frontal collision. Always wear the injuries from the supplemental front-impact
seat belts to help reduce the risk or severity air bag if you are up against it when it
of injury in accidents. inflates. Always sit back against the seat-
. The seat belts and the supplemental front- back and as far away as practical from the
impact air bags are most effective when you steering wheel or instrument panel. Always
are sitting well back and upright in the seat. use the seat belts. SSS0008
The front-impact air bags inflate with great
force. If you and your passengers are unrest-

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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 danger-
ous riding positions are shown in the
illustrations.
. Children may be severely injured or killed if
they are not properly restrained when the air
SSS0009 bags inflate. SSS0140
. Never install a rear-facing child restraint
system on the front seat. An inflating
supplemental front-impact air bag could
seriously injure or kill your child. (See “Child
restraints” (P.1-12).)

SSS0099 SSS0159

SSS0059A

SSS0100 SSS0162

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always be properly restrained. SRS front-impact passenger air bag :


WARNING: GUID-9E14C2E6-2E9C-4731-980B-C45B899B977B
. Do not use seat covers on the front seat- The warning label *2 (if equipped) is located on the
. The supplemental side-impact air bags and backs. They may interfere with the supple- side of the passenger’s side instrument panel.
supplemental curtain side-impact air bags mental side-impact air bag inflations. This label warns you not to fit a rear-facing child
ordinarily will not inflate in the event of a
restraint system on the front passenger seat as such a
front impact, rear impact, rollover, or lower Pre-tensioner GUID-DA98CD59-33B1-4E88-A881-D47884262132
seat belt system (if equipped) restraint system used in this position could cause
severity side collision. Always wear the seat
The pre-tensioner system may activate with the serious injury to the infant in case of air bag
belts to help reduce the risk or severity of
supplemental air bag system in certain types of deployment during a collision.
injury in accidents.
collisions. Working with the seat belt retractor and In vehicles equipped with a front-impact passenger air
. The seat belts and the supplemental side- anchor, it helps tighten the seat belt the instant the bag system, use a rear-facing child restraint system
impact air bags and supplemental curtain vehicle becomes involved in certain types of collisions, only on the rear seats. “Extreme Hazard! Do not use a
side-impact air bags are most effective when helping to restrain front seat occupants. (See “Pre- rearward facing child restraint on a seat protected by
you are sitting well back and upright in the tensioner seat belt system” (P.1-26).) an airbag in front of it!"
seat. The supplemental side-impact air bags
and supplemental curtain side-impact air Air bag warning label
GUID-4E4CA60F-08F0-4F36-959A-A1C0F36A8F77
When installing a child restraint system in your vehicle,
bags inflate with great force. If you and your always follow the child restraint system manufacturer’s
passengers are unrestrained, leaning for- instructions for installation.
ward, sitting sideways, or out of position in For additional information, see “Child restraints” (P.1-
any way, you and your passengers are at 12).
greater risk of injury or death in an accident.
. Do not allow anyone to place their hands,
SRS air bag warning light
GUID-E1046484-BC1B-4375-8935-AFDC18A208A0
legs, or face near the supplemental side-
impact air bags and supplemental curtain
side-impact air bags on the sides of the
seatback of the front seats or near the side
roof rails. Do not allow anyone sitting in the SSS0603
front seats or rear outboard seats to extend
their hands out of the windows or lean Warning labels about the supplemental air bag system
against the doors. Some examples of dan- are placed in the vehicle as shown in the illustration.
gerous riding positions are shown in the
SRS air bag: GUID-9E14C2E6-2E9C-4731-980B-C45B899B977B
illustrations.
The warning label * 1 is located on the surface of the
. When sitting in the rear seats, do not hold driver’s and/or passenger’s sun visor.
SPA1097
onto the seatback of the front seats. If the
supplemental side-impact air bags and sup- The SRS air bag warning light, displaying in the
plemental curtain side-impact air bags in- instrument panel, monitors the circuits for the air bag
flate, you may be seriously injured. Be systems, pre-tensioners and all related wiring.
especially careful with children, who should When the ignition switch is in the “ON”, the SRS air

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bag warning light illuminates for about 7 seconds and SUPPLEMENTAL AIR BAG SYSTEMS
then turns off. This indicates that the SRS air bag GUID-91381D58-02AD-4301-98FF-DA7420D15AD9

systems are operational.


If any of the following conditions occur, the air bags
and/or pre-tensioner seat belt systems need servicing:
. The SRS air bag warning light remains on after
approximately 7 seconds.
. The SRS air bag warning light flashes intermit-
tently.
. The SRS air bag warning light does not illuminate
at all.
Under these conditions, the air bags and/or pre-
tensioner seat belt systems may not operate properly.
They must be checked and repaired. Contact a
NISSAN dealer immediately.

SSS1170

1. Crash zone sensor 6. Lap outer pre-tensioners (driver’s side) (if


2. Supplemental front-impact air bag modules equipped)
3. Supplemental side-impact air bag modules (if 7. Pre-tensioner seat belt retractors (if equipped)
equipped) 8. Satellite sensors (if equipped)
4. Supplemental curtain side-impact air bag in- 9. Supplemental air bag diagnosis sensor unit
flators (if equipped)
5. Supplemental curtain side-impact air bags (if
equipped)

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WARNING:
. Work around and on the supplemental air Supplemental side-impact air bag system (if
bag systems should be done by a NISSAN equipped) GUID-AD090687-948D-4A34-990A-4EDF7903C334
. Do not place any objects on the steering dealer. The SRS wiring should not be
wheel pad, on the instrument panel, and modified or disconnected. Unauthorized
near the front door finishers and the front electrical test equipment and probing de-
seats. Do not place any objects between any vices should not be used on the supple-
occupants and the steering wheel pad, on mental air bag systems.
the instrument panel, and near the front . The SRS wiring harness connectors are
door finishers and the front seats. Such yellow and/or orange for easy identification.
objects may become dangerous projectiles
and cause injury if a supplemental air bag When the air bags inflate, a fairly loud noise may be
inflates. heard, followed by the release of smoke. This smoke is
not harmful and does not indicate a fire. Care should
. Immediately after inflation, several supple-
be taken not to inhale it, as it may cause irritation and SSS0978
mental air bag system components will be
choking. Those with a history of a breathing condition
hot. Do not touch them: you may severely The supplemental side-impact air bag is located at the
should get fresh air promptly.
burn yourself. outside of the front seats’ seatbacks.
. No unauthorized changes should be made Supplemental GUID-9460E8D6-2EA9-49DC-B8FB-A6C61A3E2E24
front-impact air bag system The supplemental side-impact air bag system is
to any components or wiring of the supple- The driver’s supplemental front-impact air bag is designed to inflate in higher severity side collisions,
mental air bag systems. This is to prevent located at the center of the steering wheel. The although it may inflate if the forces in another type of
accidental inflation of the supplemental air passenger’s supplemental front-impact air bag is collision are similar to those of a higher severity side
bags or damage to the supplemental air bag located at the instrument panel above the glove box. impact. It may not inflate in certain side collisions.
systems. Vehicle damage (or lack of it) is not always an
The supplemental front-impact air bag system is
. Do not make unauthorized changes to your designed to inflate in higher severity frontal collisions, indication of proper supplemental side-impact air bag
vehicle’s electrical system, suspension sys- although it may inflate if the forces in another type of system operation.
tem, front end structure, and side panels. collision are similar to those of a higher severity frontal
This could affect proper operation of the Supplemental curtain side-impact air bag
impact. It may not inflate in certain frontal collisions.
supplemental air bag systems. Vehicle damage (or lack of it) is not always an
system (if equipped)
GUID-1393FD29-021C-41AD-B70E-7CEF3645FC20

. Tampering with the supplemental air bag indication of proper supplemental front-impact air The supplemental curtain side-impact air bag is
systems may result in serious personal bag system operation. located at the roof rails.
injury. Tampering includes changes to the The supplemental curtain side-impact air bag system is
steering wheel and the instrument panel by designed to inflate in higher severity side collisions,
placing materials over the steering wheel although it may inflate if the forces in another type of
pad and above, around or on the instrument collision are similar to those of a higher severity side
panel or by installing additional trim materi- impact. It may not inflate in certain side collisions.
als around the supplemental air bag sys- Vehicle damage (or lack of it) is not always an
tems. indication of proper supplemental curtain side-impact
air bag system operation.
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SRS AIR BAGGUID-B03AB201-D2AB-4DAE-8FAB-EB80C9664042


DEPLOYMENT CONDITIONS Supplemental side-impact and curtain side-im-
The SRS air bags activate in the event of a front or side pact air bags (if GUID-9E14C2E6-2E9C-4731-980B-C45B899B977B
equipped):
impact in which the vehicle occupants may be severely The supplemental side-impact and curtain side-impact
injured even if they are wearing the seat belts properly. air bag systems are designed to inflate in higher
severity side collisions. Some examples are shown in
They may not activate when the crash energy is
the following illustrations.
absorbed and/or distributed by the vehicle body.
Vehicle damage (or lack of it) is not always an
indication of proper SRS air bag system operation.

When the SRS air bag will deploy


GUID-4E3C0A07-333F-4CCE-B81E-6B0A36C9E2A6
Supplemental front-impact air bags:
GUID-9E14C2E6-2E9C-4731-980B-C45B899B977B
The supplemental front-impact air bag system is
designed to inflate in higher severity frontal collisions.
Some examples are shown in the following illustrations.

JVR0161X
(supplemental side-impact air bag system)

JVR0152X

. Hitting a curb, pavement edge or hard surface at


JVR0151X high speed
The supplemental front-impact air bag system will . Falling into a deep hole or ditch
deploy in the event of an impact which exceeds a 25 . Landing hard on the ground after jumping
km/h frontal collision with a solid wall that does not JVR0162X
move or deform. (supplemental curtain side-impact air bag system)
The supplemental front-impact air bag system may also . The supplemental side-impact and curtain side-
deploy when the vehicle receives severe damage to impact air bags will deploy in the event of a side
the undercarriage. impact with a normal passenger vehicle that
exceeds at a speed of 25 km/h.

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When the SRSGUID-A244E3F1-47EE-4847-A4AE-551410672172


air bag is unlikely to deploy . Running under the tail gate of a truck
The SRS air bags may not deploy in cases where the . A frontal offset impact to the guard rails
impact is not forceful enough to inflate the SRS air Supplemental side-impact and curtain side-im-
bags. pact air bags (if GUID-9E14C2E6-2E9C-4731-980B-C45B899B977B
equipped):
For example, if the vehicle strikes an object, such as a
parked vehicle or sign pole, which can move or deform
on impact, the SRS air bags are unlikely to deploy.
Supplemental front-impact air bags:
GUID-9E14C2E6-2E9C-4731-980B-C45B899B977B

JVR0163X

. A frontal offset impact to the guard rails


. A collision with a pole

JVR0156X
When the SRSGUID-06B53184-8FC9-4081-8498-763EDF159820
air bag will not deploy
Once the SRS air bag has inflated, the air bag module
. A collision from the side at an angle will not function again if your vehicle collides with
. A side impact with a two-wheeled vehicle another vehicle or an object.
JVR0154X
Other examples where the SRS air bag will not deploy
are shown in the following illustrations.
. Striking a vehicle of the same class that is parked
Supplemental front-impact air bags:
GUID-9E14C2E6-2E9C-4731-980B-C45B899B977B
. Crashing into a solid utility pole

JVR0157X

. A collision from the side impacting the vehicle


engine room (luggage room)
. Vehicle rollover JVR0159X
JVR0155X
. A collision from the side or rear

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. Vehicle rollover seat belt system. REPAIR AND REPLACEMENT PROCE-


Supplemental side-impact and curtain side-im- . Work around or on the pre-tensioner seat DURE GUID-D0639600-4BF7-43B2-8895-BCE9B314674E
pact air bags (if GUID-9E14C2E6-2E9C-4731-980B-C45B899B977B
equipped): belt system should be done by a NISSAN
dealer. The SRS wiring should not be WARNING:
modified or disconnected. Unauthorized
. Once the air bags have been inflated, the air
electrical test equipment and probing de-
bag modules will not function and must be
vices should not be used on the pre-
replaced. The air bag modules must be
tensioner seat belt system.
replaced by a NISSAN dealer. The inflated
. If you need to dispose of the pre-tensioner air bag modules cannot be repaired.
seat belt system, or scrap the vehicle,
. The air bag systems should be inspected by
contact a NISSAN dealer. Correct pre-ten-
a NISSAN dealer if there is any damage to
sioner disposal procedures are set forth in
the front end portion of the vehicle.
the appropriate NISSAN Service Manual.
Incorrect disposal procedures could cause . If you need to dispose of the SRS or scrap
JVR0160X the vehicle, contact a NISSAN dealer. Cor-
personal injury.
rect disposal procedures are set forth in the
. A frontal collision with a parked or moving vehicle The pre-tensioner system may activate with the appropriate NISSAN Service Manual. Incor-
. A rear collision supplemental air bag system in certain types of rect disposal procedures could cause perso-
collisions. Working with the seat belt retractor, it helps nal injury.
PRE-TENSIONER SEAT BELT SYSTEM (if tighten the seat belt when the vehicle becomes
equipped) GUID-DB266FAA-0FF0-4D08-8D8B-A4F08BB31581 involved in certain types of collisions, helping to The air bags and pre-tensioner seat belts are designed
restrain front seat occupants. to activate on a one-time-only basis. As a reminder,
WARNING: unless the SRS air bag warning light is damaged, the
The pre-tensioner is encased with the front seat belt’s
SRS air bag warning light remains illuminated after
. The pre-tensioner seat belt cannot be re- retractor and anchor. These seat belts are used the
inflation has occurred. The repair and replacement of
used after activation. It must be replaced same as conventional seat belts.
the SRS should be done only by a NISSAN dealer.
together with the retractor and buckle as a
When the pre-tensioner seat belt activates, a fairly loud
unit. When maintenance work is required on the vehicle,
noise may be heard, followed by the release of smoke.
information about the air bags, pre-tensioner seat belts
. If the vehicle becomes involved in a collision This smoke is not harmful and does not indicate a fire.
and related parts should be pointed out to the person
but the pre-tensioner is not activated, be Care should be taken not to inhale it, as it may cause
performing the maintenance. The ignition switch
sure to have the pre-tensioner system irritation and choking. Those with a history of a
should always be in the “LOCK” position when working
checked and, if necessary, replaced by a breathing condition should get fresh air promptly.
under the hood or inside the vehicle.
NISSAN dealer.
. No unauthorized changes should be made
to any components or wiring of the pre-
tensioner seat belt system. This is to prevent
accidental activation of the pre-tensioner
seat belt or damage to the pre-tensioner

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2 Instruments and controls

Cockpit .......................................................................................................
.... 2-2 Defogger switch ...................................................................................
.... 2-21
Left-Hand Drive (LHD) models .....................................................
.... 2-2 Horn ........................................................................................................
.... 2-22 >
Right-Hand Drive (RHD) models ..................................................
.... 2-3 Windows ................................................................................................
.... 2-22
Instrument panel .... ...................................................................................... 2-4 Power windows ............................................................................
.... 2-22
Left-Hand Drive (LHD) models .....................................................
.... 2-4 Sunroof (if equipped) .........................................................................
.... 2-24
Right-Hand Drive (RHD) models ..................................................
.... 2-5 Automatic sunroof .......................................................................
.... 2-24
Meters and gauges .................................................................................
.... 2-6 Power outlet (if equipped) ................................................................
.... 2-25
Speedometer ......................................................................................
.... 2-6 Ashtray and cigarette lighter (if equipped) ...................................
.... 2-25
Tachometer .........................................................................................
.... 2-6 Front ................................................................................................
.... 2-25
Engine coolant temperature gauge ..............................................
.... 2-7 Rear .................................................................................................
.... 2-26
Fuel gauge ..........................................................................................
.... 2-7 Storages .................................................................................................
.... 2-26
Instrument brightness control ........................................................
.... 2-7 Glove box ......................................................................................
.... 2-26
Vehicle information display .............................................................
.... 2-8 Console box ..................................................................................
.... 2-26
Odometer .........................................................................................
.... 2-10 Cup holders ..................................................................................
.... 2-27
Warning/indicator lights and audible reminders ........................... .... 2-11 Sunglasses holder .......................................................................
.... 2-27
Checking bulbs .... .............................................................................. 2-12 Coat hook (if equipped) ............................................................
.... 2-28
Warning lights .................................................................................
.... 2-12 Card holders (if equipped) .......................................................
.... 2-28
Indicator lights ................................................................................
.... 2-14 Cargo cover ..................................................................................
.... 2-28
Audible reminders ..........................................................................
.... 2-16 Luggage hooks (if equipped) ...................................................
.... 2-29
Headlight and turn signal switch ......................................................
.... 2-17 Sun visors ..............................................................................................
.... 2-29
Xenon headlights (if equipped) ..................................................
.... 2-17 Interior lights .........................................................................................
.... 2-29
Headlight switch .... ............................................................................ 2-17 Room light .....................................................................................
.... 2-29
Headlight aiming control (if equipped) .....................................
.... 2-18 Map lights ......................................................................................
.... 2-30
Turn signal switch ..........................................................................
.... 2-19 Vanity mirror lights (if equipped) .............................................
.... 2-30
Fog light switch (if equipped) ...........................................................
.... 2-19 Cargo room light ..........................................................................
.... 2-30
Front fog lights ...............................................................................
.... 2-19
Wiper and washer switch ..................................................................
.... 2-20
Windshield wiper and washer switch .......................................
.... 2-20
Rear window wiper and washer switch ................................... .... 2-21

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COCKPIT
GUID-A889F682-B2FA-4219-BAA7-21E60B066461
8. Vehicle Dynamic Control (VDC) OFF switch*
LEFT-HAND DRIVE (LHD) MODELS 9. Tilting/telescopic steering wheel lever
GUID-C64B5478-FBE5-4DDB-B516-11C1A755DFE5
10. Steering-wheel-mounted controls (left side)
— switch (odometer and trip computer)
— Audio system*
— Bluetooth® Hands-Free Phone System (with-
out navigation system)*
— Bluetooth® Hands-Free Phone System (with
navigation system)**
11. Steering-wheel-mounted controls (right side)
— Cruise control switches*
*: if equipped
**: Refer to the separate NISSAN Connect Owner’s
Manual (if equipped).

JVC0480X

1. Instrument brightness control switch — Horn


2. Outside rearview mirror control switch — Driver’s supplemental front-impact air bag
3. Headlight, fog light* and turn signal switch 5. Wiper and washer switch
— Headlight 6. Shift lever
— Turn signal — Continuously Variable Transmission (CVT)
— Fog light* — Manual Transmission (MT)
4. Steering wheel 7. Fuse box cover
— Electric power steering system

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RIGHT-HAND DRIVE (RHD) MODELS — Bluetooth® Hands-Free Phone System (with


GUID-702BCE5D-30D3-45D9-93B3-B10AB645D1F4 navigation system)**
6. Steering-wheel-mounted controls (right side)
— Cruise control switches*
7. Tilting/telescopic steering wheel lever
8. Outside rearview mirror control switch
9. Vehicle Dynamic Control (VDC) OFF switch*
10. Headlight aiming control switch*
11. Instrument brightness control switch
12. Fuse box cover
*: if equipped
**: Refer to the separate NISSAN Connect Owner’s
Manual (if equipped).

JVC0437X

1. Shift lever 4. Headlight, fog light and turn signal switch


— Continuously Variable Transmission (CVT) — Headlight
— Manual Transmission (MT) — Turn signal
2. Wiper and washer switch — Fog light*
3. Steering wheel 5. Steering-wheel-mounted controls (left side)
— Electric power steering system — switch (odometer and trip computer)
— Horn — Audio system*
— Driver’s supplemental front-impact air bag — Bluetooth® Hands-Free Phone System (with-
out navigation system)*

Instruments and controls 2-3

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INSTRUMENT PANEL
GUID-4C19A22A-88D2-42B4-B1FC-1E8BEB670008
15. Glove box
LEFT-HAND DRIVE (LHD) MODELS *: if equipped
GUID-2B396544-2625-4DCC-9B66-D7D429748127
**: Refer to the separate NISSAN Connect Owner’s
Manual (if equipped).

JVC0307X

1. Meters and gauges 8. Fuel filler lid release handle


2. Push-button ignition switch (models with Intel- 9. Hood release handle
ligent Key system) 10. Ignition switch (models without Intelligent Key
3. Center ventilator system)
4. Hazard indicator flasher switch 11. Defogger switch
5. Audio system* or Navigation system** 12. Ashtray and cigarette lighter
6. Passenger’s front-impact air bag 13. Parking brake
7. Side ventilator 14. Heater and air conditioner control

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RIGHT-HAND DRIVE (RHD) MODELS 15. Fuel filler lid release handle
GUID-AD5F3C0E-3052-40A3-AEE9-51A230C7AB38 *: if equipped
**: Refer to the separate NISSAN Connect Owner’s
Manual (if equipped).

JVC0306X

1. Side ventilator 8. Glove box


2. Passenger’s front-impact air bag 9. Heater and air conditioner control
3. Audio system* or Navigation system** 10. Parking brake
4. Hazard indicator flasher switch 11. Power outlet* or Ashtray and cigarette lighter*
5. Center ventilator 12. Defogger switch
6. Push-button ignition switch (models with Intel- 13. Ignition switch (models without Intelligent Key
ligent Key system) system)
7. Meters and gauges 14. Hood release handle

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METERS AND GAUGES


GUID-B1AEB184-BF62-47CF-A091-1C760F46DBDC
SPEEDOMETER
GUID-4057A8FE-5D9D-4339-9CE1-83752D2DF168

JVI0276X

The speedometer indicates the vehicle speed.

TACHOMETER
GUID-91A61FD5-DD5D-4219-8890-60FFEBD2E80E

JVI0275X

1. Tachometer 5. Speedometer
JVI0278X
2. Vehicle information display 6. Warning/indicator lights
— Odometer/twin trip odometer *: if equipped The tachometer indicates the engine speed in revolu-
— Outside air temperature tions per minute (rpm). Do not rev the engine into
The needle indicators may move slightly after
the red zone * A .
— Continuously Variable Transmission (CVT) the ignition switch is placed in the “OFF” or
position indicator* “LOCK” position. This is not a malfunction.
— Trip computer
3. Engine coolant temperature gauge
4. Fuel gauge

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ENGINE COOLANT TEMPERATURE CAUTION:


located on the right side of the vehicle.
GAUGE GUID-C52CA372-EAD4-42AF-BEA6-2FBA08B46DF4
. If the gauge indicates engine coolant tem- CAUTION:
perature near the hot (H) end of the normal
Refuel before the gauge reads 0 (empty).
range, reduce vehicle speed to decrease
temperature. There is a small reserve of fuel in the tank when the fuel
. If the gauge is over the normal range, stop gauge reads 0 (empty).
the vehicle as soon as safely possible.
INSTRUMENTGUID-5A2F864F-23EF-4936-8ECF-B52B0FC47BEE
BRIGHTNESS CONTROL
. If the engine is overheated, continued op-
eration of the vehicle may seriously damage
the engine. (See “If your vehicle overheats”
(P.6-7) for immediate action required.)
JVI0279X
Type A FUEL GAUGEGUID-1C712BA5-30E9-4629-B9C3-BDF27E432243

JVI0458X

The instrument brightness control operates when the


ignition switch is in the “ON” position.
Push the + side of the switch to increase the
brightness of the meter panel. Push the - side of the
JVI0629X JVI0280X
switch to decrease the brightness of the meter panel.
Type B
The engine coolant temperature gauge indicates the The fuel gauge indicates the approximate fuel level in When the brightness level reaches the maximum or
engine coolant temperature. the tank when the ignition switch is in the “ON” minimum, a beep will sound.
position.
The engine coolant temperature is normal when the
gauge needle points within the zone *
1 shown in the The gauge may move slightly during braking, turning,
illustration. accelerating, or going up and down hills due to
movement of fuel in the tank.
The engine coolant temperature will vary with the
outside air temperature and driving conditions. The low fuel warning light illuminates when the
fuel level in the tank is getting low. Refuel as soon as it
is convenient, preferably before the gauge reads 0.
The arrow, , indicates that the fuel filler lid is

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VEHICLE INFORMATION DISPLAY


GUID-6A96731E-D986-440A-8965-55360376E679
Continuously Variable Transmission (CVT) Eco Pedal guideGUID-9E14C2E6-2E9C-4731-980B-C45B899B977B
(if equipped):
position indicator (if equipped)
GUID-894B5E32-A4FA-434E-BE33-534A2D513E38
The Continuously Variable Transmission (CVT) position
indicator indicates the shift lever position when the
ignition switch is in the “ON” position.

Trip computer GUID-39FE4747-56C6-46C6-9B77-8C5909D9671B

JVI0444X JVI0575X
Type A
When the ignition switch is placed in the “ON”
position, the vehicle information display shows the
following information:
*
1 Trip computer
—“Trip computer” (P.2-8) JVI0452X

*
2 Outside air temperature The switch for the trip computer is located on the left
—“Outside air temperature” (P.2-8) side of the steering wheel.
*
3 Odometer/Twin trip odometer When the ignition switch is placed in the “ON”
—“Odometer/Twin trip odometer” (P.2-10) position, modes of the trip computer can be selected
by pushing the switch * A .
*
4 Continuously Variable Transmission (CVT) position JVI0454X
indicator (if equipped) Each time the switch *
A is pushed, the display Type B
—“Continuously Variable Transmission (CVT) will change as follows: Use the Eco Pedal guide *
1 for improving fuel
position indicator” (P.2-8) Eco Pedal guide (if equipped) ? Average fuel economy.
consumption (graph and digit) ? Average fuel When the Eco Pedal guide bar is in the green range, it
Outside air temperature
GUID-57A3E97D-A12E-45FF-AB08-41D3461609AB consumption (digit) ? Average vehicle speed ? indicates that the vehicle is driven within range of
The outside air temperature is displayed in 8C. Distance to empty (dte) ? (TRIP A ? TRIP B) ? economy drive.
When the outside air temperature becomes 38C Eco Pedal guide (if equipped) If the Eco Pedal guide bar is out of green range, it
(378F) or lower, the outside air temperature display indicates that the accelerator pedal is depressed over
blinks to give a warning. the range of economy drive.
The display will stop blinking after 1 minute or when The Eco Pedal guide bar is not displayed when the
the outside air temperature becomes 48C (398F) or cruise control system (if equipped) is operating.
above.

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Average fuel consumption (km/l or l/100km):


GUID-9E14C2E6-2E9C-4731-980B-C45B899B977B
Average vehicleGUID-9E14C2E6-2E9C-4731-980B-C45B899B977B
speed (km/h): The dte mode includes a low range warning feature:
when the fuel level is low, the dte mode is automatically
selected and the digits blink in order to draw the
driver’s attention. Push the switch * A to return
to the mode that was selected before the warning
occurred.
When the fuel level drops even lower, the dte display
will change to “----”.
. If the amount of fuel added is small, the
display just before the ignition switch is
turned off may continue to be displayed.
JVI0576X JVI0505X . When driving uphill or rounding curves, the
Type A fuel in the tank shifts, which may momenta-
The average vehicle speed mode shows the average
rily change the display.
vehicle speed * 1 since the last reset. Resetting is
done by pushing the switch * A for longer than 1 Resetting displays:
GUID-9E14C2E6-2E9C-4731-980B-C45B899B977B
second. The display is updated every 30 seconds. The Push the switch * A for longer than 3 seconds.
first 30 seconds after a reset, the display shows “——”. The display of average fuel consumption, average
Distance to empty (dte — km): vehicle speed and trip odometer (TRIP B only) will be
GUID-9E14C2E6-2E9C-4731-980B-C45B899B977B
reset at the same time.

JVI0456X
Type B
The average fuel consumption mode provides the
current and average fuel consumption graphically *
1 .
The location *
2 also shows the average consumption.

The average fuel consumption mode shows the


average fuel consumption since the last reset. Reset- JVI0455X
ting is done by pushing the switch * A for longer
than 1 second. The distance to empty (dte) mode provides you with an
estimation of the distance * 1 that can be driven
The display is updated every 30 seconds. At about the
before refueling. The dte is constantly being calcu-
first 500 m (1/3 miles) after a reset, the display shows
lated, based on the amount of fuel in the fuel tank and
“---” and the digit *
2 is not displayed.
the actual fuel consumption.
The display is updated every 30 seconds.
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ODOMETER GUID-06C6E42D-73F4-482B-BB3A-4937859BAF18
Changing trip odometer display:
GUID-9E14C2E6-2E9C-4731-980B-C45B899B977B
Push the switch * A on the left side of steering
Odometer/Twin trip odometer
GUID-6EED0165-7023-4303-8B0A-F985CECD83EB wheel to change the display as follows:
TRIP A ? TRIP B ? Trip computer mode ? TRIP A
For trip computer information, see “Trip computer”
(P.2-8).
Resetting trip odometer:
GUID-9E14C2E6-2E9C-4731-980B-C45B899B977B
Push the switch * A for approximately 1 second
to reset the trip odometer to zero.

JVI0451X

JVI0452X

The odometer/twin trip odometer is displayed on the


vehicle information display when the ignition switch is
in the “ON” position.
The odometer * 1 displays the total distance the
vehicle has been driven.
The twin trip odometer *
2 displays the distance of
individual trips.

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WARNING/INDICATOR LIGHTS AND


AUDIBLE REMINDERS
GUID-01AE4331-D28E-4FB3-8861-DB744FC3C608

Anti-lock Braking System (ABS) warning


P position selecting warning light* Malfunction Indicator Light (MIL)
light*

Brake warning light Seat belt warning light Security indicator light*

Charge warning light Speed [120 km/h (75 MPH)] warning light* Small light indicator light

Supplemental Restraint System (SRS) air


Door open warning light Sport mode indicator light*
bag warning light
Vehicle Dynamic Control (VDC) warning
Electric power steering warning light Trailer direction indicator light*
light*

Engine oil pressure warning light Cruise indicator light* Turn signals/hazard indicator lights

Vehicle Dynamic Control (VDC) off indicator


Intelligent Key system warning light* Engine start operation indicator light*
light*

Low fuel warning light Front fog lights indicator light* *: if equipped

Low washer fluid warning light* High beam indicator light

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CHECKING BULBS stop the vehicle safely as soon as possible. Stop the
GUID-BDC7AA48-32E8-4155-91D7-78D21C20167B Brake warning light engine and check the brake fluid level. If the brake fluid
With all doors closed, apply the parking brake, fasten GUID-4B36ABF6-BAC4-4E80-8EC1-73BF6F892FA9
the seat belts and place the ignition switch in the “ON” level is at the minimum mark, add brake fluid as
position without starting the engine. If equipped, the WARNING: necessary. (See “Brake fluid” (P.8-13).)
following lights will illuminate: , , , . If the brake fluid level is below the minimum If the brake fluid level is sufficient, have the brake
. mark on the brake fluid reservoir, do not system checked by a NISSAN dealer promptly.
If equipped, the following lights will illuminate briefly drive the vehicle until the brake system has Anti-lock Braking System (ABS) warning indi-
and then turn off: , , , , , , been checked by a NISSAN dealer. cator (if equipped): GUID-9E14C2E6-2E9C-4731-980B-C45B899B977B
. . Even if you judge it to be safe, have your When the parking brake is released and the brake fluid
If any lights fail to illuminate, it may indicate a burned- vehicle towed because driving it could be level is sufficient, if both the brake warning light and the
out bulb or an open circuit in the electrical system. dangerous. Anti-lock Braking System (ABS) warning light illumi-
Have the system checked, and if necessary repaired, . Depressing the brake pedal without the nate, it may indicate the ABS is not functioning
by a NISSAN dealer promptly. engine running and/or with a low brake properly. Have the brake system checked, and if
fluid level could increase the stopping dis- necessary repaired, by a NISSAN dealer promptly.
WARNING LIGHTS (See “Anti-lock Braking System (ABS) warning light”
GUID-828072D2-26BC-4788-ACD5-53E300A07CD5 tance and require greater pedal travel dis-
tance and effort. (P.2-12).)
Anti-lock Braking System (ABS)
warning light (if equipped) The brake warning light indicates the parking brake
GUID-E5BB8BF0-4438-4F1D-9AAB-502959EB89E9 system operation, a low brake fluid level of the brake
Charge warning light
GUID-19785261-65C1-4F82-BDA4-38E8C7729252
When the ignition switch is in the “ON” position, the system and an Anti-lock Braking System (ABS) When the ignition switch is in the “ON” position, the
Anti-lock Braking System (ABS) warning light illumi- malfunction. charge warning light illuminates. After starting the
nates and then turns off. This indicates the ABS is engine, the charge warning light turns off. This
operational. Parking brake warning indicator:
GUID-9E14C2E6-2E9C-4731-980B-C45B899B977B
indicates the charging system is operational.
When the ignition switch is placed in the “ON”
If the ABS warning light illuminates while the engine is If the charge warning light illuminates while the engine
position, the brake warning light illuminates. When
running, or while driving, it may indicate the ABS is not is running, or while driving, it may indicate the charging
the engine is started and the parking brake is released,
functioning properly. Have the system checked by a system is not functioning properly and may need
the brake warning light turns off.
NISSAN dealer promptly. servicing.
If the parking brake is not fully released, the brake
If an ABS malfunction occurs, the anti-lock function is When the charge warning light illuminates while
warning light remains on. Be sure that the brake
turned off. The brake system then operates normally, driving, stop the vehicle safely as soon as possible.
warning light has turned off before driving. (See
but without anti-lock assistance. (See “Brake system” Stop the engine and check the alternator belt. If the
“Parking brake” (P.3-19).)
(P.5-22).) alternator belt is loose, broken or missing, the charging
Low brake fluid GUID-9E14C2E6-2E9C-4731-980B-C45B899B977B
warning indicator: system needs repair. (See “Drive belt” (P.8-11).)
If the brake warning light illuminates while the engine is If the alternator belt appears to be functioning correctly
running, or while driving, and the parking brake is but the charge warning light remains illuminated, have
released, it may indicate the brake fluid level is low. the charging system checked by a NISSAN dealer
When the brake warning light illuminates while driving, promptly.

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. The light blinks in green when the Intelligent Key


CAUTION: Engine oil pressure warning light battery is running out of power. Replace the
GUID-137A2C03-1DCD-4BF7-8B54-5CC4C35C5078
Do not continue driving if the alternator belt is When the ignition switch is in the “ON” position, the battery with a new one. (See “Battery” (P.8-18).)
loose, broken or missing. engine oil pressure warning light illuminates. After . The light illuminates in yellow when it warns of a
starting the engine, the engine oil pressure warning malfunction with the electrical steering lock
light turns off. This indicates that the oil pressure system or the Intelligent Key system.
Door open warning light
GUID-6F4B9363-DAD6-4029-A500-D94DBCB6DA4C sensors in the engine are operational. If the warning light illuminates in yellow while the
When the ignition switch is in the “ON” position, the If the engine oil pressure warning light illuminates while engine is stopped, it may be impossible to free the
door open warning light illuminates if any of the doors the engine is running, it may indicate that the engine oil steering lock or to start the engine. If the light comes
are open or not closed securely. pressure is low. on while the engine is running, you can drive the
vehicle. However in these cases, contact a NISSAN
Stop the vehicle safely as soon as possible. Stop the dealer for repair as soon as possible.
Electric power steering warning light engine immediately and call a NISSAN dealer.
GUID-C541BCEC-61FA-45E0-814D-574E47DD1F05
When the ignition switch is in the “ON” position, the Low fuel warning light
electric power steering warning light illuminates. After CAUTION: GUID-F00C0D4D-F559-4E48-AF25-9C3A3C131684
starting the engine, the electric power steering warning . Running the engine with the engine oil The low fuel warning light illuminates when the fuel
light turns off. This indicates the electric power pressure warning light illuminated could level in the tank is getting low. Refuel as soon as it is
steering system is operational. cause serious damage to the engine. convenient, preferably before the fuel gauge reaches 0
If the electric power steering warning light illuminates (empty).
. The engine oil pressure warning light is not
while the engine is running, it may indicate the electric designed to indicate a low oil level. The oil There will be a small reserve of fuel remaining in
power steering system is not functioning properly and level should be checked using the dipstick. the tank when the fuel gauge reaches 0 (empty).
may need servicing. Have the electric power steering (See “Engine oil” (P.8-9).)
system checked by a NISSAN dealer. Low washer fluid warning light (if
When the electric power steering warning light
Intelligent Key system warning light (if equipped)
illuminates with the engine running, the power assist GUID-D69DE452-8827-408A-8738-039D79E7408E

to the steering will cease operation but you will still equipped) This light comes on when the washer tank fluid is at a
GUID-62529B1F-3A29-4EE3-97C8-11D31EC7FAC6
have control of the vehicle. At this time, greater low level. Add washer fluid as necessary. (See
After the ignition switch is placed in the “ON” position,
steering efforts are required to operate the steering “Window washer fluid” (P.8-17).)
this light comes on for about 2 seconds and then turns
wheel, especially in sharp turns and at low speeds. off.
(See “Electric power steering system” (P.5-22).) P position selecting warning light (if
This light illuminates or blinks as follows:
equipped)
. The light blinks in yellow when the door is closed GUID-31D167EA-D826-4D4E-945F-169ED61FB261
with the Intelligent Key left outside the vehicle and The warning light blinks in red when the ignition switch
the ignition switch in the “ACC” or “ON” position. is pushed to stop the engine with the shift lever in any
Make sure that the Intelligent Key is inside the position except the “P” (Park) position.
vehicle. If this warning appears, move the shift lever to the “P”
(Park) position or push the ignition switch to the “ON”

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position. system is not functioning properly and may need


Supplemental Restraint System (SRS) servicing. Have the system checked, and if necessary
An inside warning chime will also sound.
air bag warning light repaired, by a NISSAN dealer promptly.
See “Intelligent Key system” (P.3-7). GUID-F1363489-8AB6-4015-98F5-89FCF479FF09
When the ignition switch is in the “ON” position, the If a malfunction occurs in the system, the VDC system
Supplemental Restraint System (SRS) air bag warning function will be canceled but the vehicle is still
Seat belt warning light and chime light illuminates for about 7 seconds and then turns off. driveable.
GUID-065FFAC7-6FC0-4B33-9344-800585FDEBFB
Type A: This indicates the SRS air bag system is operational. (See “Vehicle Dynamic Control (VDC) system” (P.5-
GUID-9E14C2E6-2E9C-4731-980B-C45B899B977B
When the ignition switch is in the “ON” position, the If any of the following conditions occur, the SRS air 14).)
seat belt warning light illuminates. The light will bag system and/or pre-tensioner seat belt need
servicing. Have the system checked, and if necessary INDICATOR LIGHTS
GUID-A942E46D-BE5A-4311-98CA-37727E15A3F2
continue to illuminate until the front seat belts are
fastened. (See “Seat belts” (P.1-7).) repaired, by a NISSAN dealer promptly.
. The SRS air bag warning light remains illuminated
Cruise indicator light (if equipped)
When the vehicle speed exceeds 15 km/h (10 MPH), GUID-932C63B8-9AEB-4C45-AC18-9CF4EAE73A60
the light will blink and the chime will sound unless the after about 7 seconds. The cruise indicator light indicates the activation of the
front seat belts are securely fastened. The chime will . The SRS air bag warning light flashes intermit- cruise control system.
continue to sound for about 90 seconds until the seat tently.
Cruise main switch indicator:
GUID-9E14C2E6-2E9C-4731-980B-C45B899B977B
belt is fastened. . The SRS air bag warning light does not come on
When the cruise control main switch is turned on, the
Type B: at all.
GUID-9E14C2E6-2E9C-4731-980B-C45B899B977B indicator light will illuminate, indicating the cruise
Unless checked and repaired, the SRS air bag system control system is in the standby mode.
When the ignition switch is in the “ON” position, the
and/or pre-tensioner seat belt may not function
seat belt warning light illuminates. The light will
properly. (See “Supplemental Restraint System Cruise malfunction:GUID-9E14C2E6-2E9C-4731-980B-C45B899B977B
continue to illuminate until the driver’s seat belt is
(SRS)” (P.1-18).) If the cruise indicator light blinks while the engine is
fastened. (See “Seat belts” (P.1-7).)
running, it may indicate the cruise control system is not
Vehicle Dynamic Control (VDC) warn- functioning properly. Have the system checked by a
Speed [120 km/h (75 MPH)] warning NISSAN dealer. (See “Cruise control” (P.5-16).)
light (if equipped) ing light (if equipped)
GUID-0F12805C-16AF-4A2C-B7BB-6856738EB75C
GUID-A64B809F-4E80-440B-AF6F-6A4B262ABF57
When the ignition switch is in the “ON” position, the
This light blinks when the vehicle speed goes over Engine start operation indicator light (if
Vehicle Dynamic Control (VDC) warning light illumi-
approximately 120 km/h (75 MPH). Be sure to observe
nates and then turns off. This indicates the VDC
equipped)
the speed limit in the area where you are driving. GUID-91E4F08E-BE66-4487-8CDE-CBA0E38306ED
system is operational. This light appears when the shift lever is in the “P”
The VDC warning light blinks when the VDC system is (Park) position (Continuously Variable Transmission
operating. models) or “N” (Neutral) position (Manual Transmission
models). This light means that the engine will start by
When the warning light blinks while driving, the driving
pushing the ignition switch with the brake pedal
condition is slippery and the vehicle’s traction limit is
(Continuously Variable Transmission models) or clutch
about to be exceeded.
pedal (Manual Transmission models) depressed. You
If the VDC warning light illuminates while the engine is can start the engine directly in any position.
running or while driving, it may indicate the VDC

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MRA8DE (for Australia, New Zealand, Thailand


Front fog lights indicator light (if and Singapore) and HR16DE engine model (for Security indicator light (if equipped)
GUID-0084C499-AA4F-4EA2-8E23-977DC7902911
equipped) Thailand): The security indicator light blinks when the ignition
GUID-6833F4F8-CA74-4BC0-8700-9FD6EB13F77E GUID-9E14C2E6-2E9C-4731-980B-C45B899B977B
The front fog lights indicator light illuminates when the If the MIL illuminates while the engine is running, it may switch is in the “LOCK”, “OFF” or “ACC” position. This
front fog lights are on. (See “Fog light switch” (P.2- indicate that the engine control system is not function indicates the NATS (NISSAN Anti-Theft
19).) functioning properly and may need servicing. Have System)* equipped on the vehicle is operational.
the vehicle checked, and if necessary repaired, by a (* immobilizer)
NISSAN dealer promptly.
High beam indicator light If NATS is malfunctioning, this light will remain on while
GUID-08BB04C3-4AA4-419A-95B6-834C32C5DC45 If the MIL blinks while the engine is running, it may the ignition switch is in the “ON” position. (See
The high beam indicator light illuminates when the indicate a potential malfunction in the emission control
headlight high beam is on. The indicator turns off when “Security system” (P.3-14).)
system. In this case, the emission control system may
the low beam is selected. (See “Headlight and turn not function properly and may need servicing. Have the
signal switch” (P.2-17).) vehicle checked, and if necessary repaired, by a Small light indicator light
GUID-379BC1A5-E2E0-4DC5-B305-D5DD6A0BAB83
NISSAN dealer promptly. The small light indicator light illuminates when the front
Malfunction Indicator Light (MIL) Precautions: clearance lights, instrument panel lights, rear combina-
GUID-BB02ED2E-DDF0-46AF-B93D-9E584F219399
To reduce or avoid possible damage to the engine tion lights and license plate lights are on. The indicator
CAUTION: control system when the MIL blinks: light turns off when the is turned off.

. Continuing vehicle operation without proper . Avoid driving at speeds above 70 km/h (43 MPH).
servicing of the engine control system could . Avoid sudden acceleration or deceleration.
Sport mode indicator light (if equipped)
GUID-8826ABAE-D5B3-4188-A07C-D617FC610A44
lead to poor driveability, reduced fuel econ- . Avoid going up steep uphill grades. The SPORT mode indicator light illuminates when the
omy, and damage to the engine control SPORT mode is turned “ON”. (For the use of the
. Avoid carrying or towing unnecessary loads.
system, which may affect the vehicle’s SPORT mode switch, see “Driving with Continuously
warranty coverage. MR16DDT, MRA8DE (except for Australia, New Variable Transmission (CVT)” (P.5-9).)
Zealand, Thailand and Singapore) and HR16DE
. Incorrect setting of the engine control sys-
engine model (except for Thailand):
tem may lead to non-compliance of local GUID-9E14C2E6-2E9C-4731-980B-C45B899B977B
Trailer direction indicator light (if
and national emission laws and regulations. If the MIL illuminates while the engine is running, it may
indicate that the engine control system is not
equipped)
GUID-27D975E4-042E-4290-A113-0A4CC2F5E6CA
When the ignition switch is in the “ON” position, the functioning properly and may need servicing. Have The light will illuminate whenever an additional
Malfunction Indicator Light (MIL) illuminates. After the vehicle checked, and if necessary repaired, by a electrical load is detected by the direction indicator
starting the engine, the MIL turns off. This indicates NISSAN dealer promptly. system.
that the engine control system is operational.
For additional information, see “Trailer towing (for
Australia and New Zealand)” (P.5-20).

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Intelligent KeyGUID-417D666A-3097-48EA-8FD8-0BAA900BE4D1
buzzer (if equipped) are on with the headlight switch in the “AUTO”
Turn signals/hazard indicator lights position.
GUID-8926BE53-8209-46F4-9BD5-1D6B20E861AF The Intelligent Key buzzer sounds if any one of the
The turn signals/hazard indicator lights blink when the following improper operations is found. Be sure to turn the headlight switch to the “OFF” or
turn signal switch or hazard indicator flasher switch is “AUTO” (if equipped) position and the fog light switch
. The ignition switch is not returned to the “LOCK”
turned on. (See “Headlight and turn signal switch” (if equipped) to the “OFF” position when you leave the
position when locking the doors.
(P.2-17) or “Hazard indicator flasher switch” (P.6-2).) vehicle.
. The Intelligent Key is left inside the vehicle when
locking the doors. Parking brake GUID-8D3EA4C7-8401-46EB-8174-95B595152ADE
reminder
Vehicle Dynamic Control (VDC) off . Any doors are not closed securely when locking The chime will sound if the vehicle is driven at more
indicator light (if equipped) the doors. than 7 km/h (4 MPH) with the parking brake applied.
GUID-7A65FB35-8F8A-4A87-BAF7-647EB703FFE1
The Vehicle Dynamic Control (VDC) off indicator light When the buzzer sounds, be sure to check both the Stop the vehicle and release the parking brake.
illuminates when the VDC off switch is pushed to the vehicle and the Intelligent Key. (See “Intelligent Key
“OFF” position. system” (P.3-7).)
When the VDC off switch is pushed to the “OFF” Key reminder chime
GUID-9C9A77E1-A933-49A5-9A39-E8E237A6C215
position, the VDC system is turned off.
The key reminder chime will sound if any of the
(See “Vehicle Dynamic Control (VDC) system” (P.5- following operations are detected:
14).)
Model with Intelligent Key system:
AUDIBLE REMINDERS
GUID-A009E3DB-9992-46A0-B722-3C434A39BFD9
. The driver’s door is opened while the ignition
switch is in the “ACC” position.
Brake pad wear warning
GUID-E1AA219C-991B-4EE8-A33B-9D393A40B30D Model without Intelligent Key system:
The disc brake pads have audible wear warnings.
When a brake pad requires replacement, it will make a . The driver’s door is locked with the power door
high pitched scraping sound when the vehicle is in lock switch with the door open while the key is left
motion. This scraping sound will first occur only when in the ignition switch and the ignition switch is in
the brake pedal is depressed. After more wear of the the “ACC”, “OFF” or “LOCK” position.
brake pad, the sound will always be heard even if the Light reminderGUID-11FC7780-F5D6-4D67-94A5-F9A260C5936B
chime
brake pedal is not depressed. Have the brakes
checked as soon as possible if the wear warning The light reminder chime will sound if the driver’s side
sound is heard. door is opened and the following operations are
detected:
Have the system checked, and if necessary repaired,
by a NISSAN dealer promptly. (See “Brakes” (P.8- . The headlight switch is in either the or
12).) position, and the ignition switch is in the “ACC”,
“OFF” or “LOCK” position.
. The chime will also sound for 2 seconds when the
ignition switch is pushed to the “ACC”, “OFF” or
“LOCK” position while the fog lights (if equipped)

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HEADLIGHT AND TURN SIGNAL


SWITCH
GUID-218B17C5-422C-4FAE-99C4-AA3A74107073

XENON HEADLIGHTS (if equipped) HEADLIGHT SWITCH


GUID-A8314E0E-EC8C-4483-813A-B5EB9E8CFC25
continuously).
GUID-D5FEC0EB-A466-4742-B448-DEC77F659521
When the ignition switch is placed in the “OFF”
WARNING: position, the lights will turn off automatically.
HIGH VOLTAGE
. When xenon headlights are on, they produce
a high voltage. To prevent an electric shock,
never attempt to modify or disassemble.
Always have your xenon headlights checked
and/or replaced at a NISSAN dealer.
. Xenon headlights provide considerably
more light than conventional headlights. If SIC3782
they are not correctly aimed, they might Type A
temporarily blind an oncoming driver or a
SAA1755
driver ahead of you and could cause a
serious accident. Immediately take your
vehicle to a NISSAN dealer and have the CAUTION:
headlights adjusted correctly.
Do not place any objects on top of the sensor
When the xenon headlights are initially turned on, their *1 . The sensor senses the brightness level and
brightness and color vary slightly. However, the color controls the autolight function. If the sensor is
and brightness will soon stabilize. covered, it reacts as if it is dark, and the
headlights will illuminate.
The life of xenon headlights will be shortened by
frequent on-off operation. It is generally desirable not
to turn off the headlights for short intervals. SIC3783 position GUID-F69BE745-A75E-4F65-8BE6-CB953D195A14
Type B The position turns on the front clearance,
If the xenon headlight bulb is close to burning out, the
NISSAN recommends that you consult the local instrument panel, tail and license plate lights.
brightness will drastically decrease, the headlight will
regulations concerning the use of lights.
start blinking, or the color of the headlight will become position GUID-E87178D3-B8DB-448C-9D82-DD49492DD1E4
reddish. If one or more of the above conditions appear, AUTO positionGUID-2CEC3A16-6D49-4F45-8731-D6F8C92C4A8F
(if equipped) The position turns on the headlights in addition to
contact a NISSAN dealer. When the ignition switch is in the “ON” position and the other lights.
the headlight switch is in the “AUTO” position, the
headlights, front clearance lights, instrument panel
lights, rear combination lights and other lights turn on
automatically depending on the brightness of the
surroundings.
The headlights will turn on automatically at twilight or in
rainy weather (when the windshield wiper is operated
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Headlight beam
GUID-C6912DCE-BB64-407E-9032-4B82D05D2D81
Battery saver system
GUID-1DA190E4-73D3-40EE-8991-AFA611EFFBF1
HEADLIGHT AIMING CONTROL (if
The light reminder chime will sound if the driver’s door equipped) GUID-A993E0A0-BFC9-4A86-B9F4-0F692EFED4B2
is opened while the following operations occur:
Manual type GUID-BA6A8C22-5E29-4683-9903-066FC504B164
. The headlight switch is in either the or
position, and the ignition switch in the “ACC”,
“OFF” or “LOCK” position.
Be sure to turn the headlight switch to the “OFF”
position when you leave the vehicle.
If the doors are closed and locked with the remote
keyless entry or Intelligent Key system while the
headlight switch is in either the or position,
JVI0371X
the battery saver function will turn off the lights to
Type A prevent the battery from being discharged. The lights
will turn on when the doors are being opened. SIC2275

CAUTION: The headlight aiming control operates when the


ignition switch is in the “ON” position and the headlight
Do not leave the lights on when the engine is not
is on to allow the headlight axis to be adjusted
running for extended periods of time to prevent
according to the driving condition.
the battery from being discharged.
When driving with no heavy load/luggage or driving on
a flat road, select the normal position “0”.
If the number of occupants and load/luggage in the
JVI0493X
vehicle changes, the headlight axis may become higher
than normal.
Type B
To turn on the high beam, push the lever towards the If the vehicle is traveling on a hilly road, the headlights
front position *
1 . may directly shine on the rearview and outside mirrors
To turn off the high beam, return the lever to the neutral of a vehicle ahead or the windshield of an oncoming
position * 2 .
vehicle, which may obscure other drivers’ vision.

To flash the headlights, pull the lever towards the To adjust to the proper aiming height, turn the switch
rearmost position *
3 . The headlights can be flashed
accordingly. The higher the number, designated on the
even when the headlights are not on. switch, the lower the headlight axis.

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FOG LIGHT SWITCH (if equipped)


GUID-4252B883-9406-48ED-9F33-1EF3F1027A14
Automatic typeGUID-BEC8325F-842C-4340-9981-01AB2C0E0852 Turn signal FRONT FOG GUID-94ACA168-7F97-45B0-95E6-F8AC40E833D2
LIGHTS
GUID-F637B70F-8620-480C-9A5E-83FADC7CBE15
For the vehicle equipped with the automatic leveling To turn on the turn signals, move the lever up or down
system, the headlight axis is controlled automatically. * 1 to the point where the lever latches. When the turn
is completed, the turn signal cancels automatically.
TURN SIGNALGUID-0284C232-D661-4199-8319-76842A7F3BCE
SWITCH
Lane change signal
GUID-26238332-8E1D-45A4-841A-29B1AD258990
To turn on the lane change signals, move the lever up
or down * 2 to the point where the light begins to
flash.
If the lever is moved back to its original position right
after moving up or down, the light will flash 3 times.
To cancel the flashing, move the lever to the opposite SIC3811
direction. Type A

JVI0596X
Type A

SIC3813
Type B
To turn on the front fog lights, turn the fog light switch
to the position with the headlight switch in the
JVI0495X
or position.
Type B
To turn off the fog lights, turn the fog light switch to the
CAUTION: “OFF” position.
The turn signal switch will not be cancelled When the headlight switch is in the “AUTO” position (if
automatically if the steering wheel turning angle equipped), turning the fog light switch to the
does not exceed the preset amount. After a turn position will turn on the headlights, fog lights and the
or lane change, make sure that the turn signal other lights.
switch is returned to its original position.

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WIPER AND WASHER SWITCH


GUID-F6B8205F-DF3D-4522-92F0-97114EEC2749
Pulling up the wiper arm:
GUID-9E14C2E6-2E9C-4731-980B-C45B899B977B
WARNING:
The wiper arm should be in the up position when
In freezing temperatures, the washer fluid may replacing the wiper.
freeze on the windshield and obscure your To pull up the wiper arm, pull the lever * 5 when the
vision. Warm the windshield with the defogger ignition switch is in the “OFF” position within 1 minute.
before you wash the windshield. The wiper operation stops in mid-operation and the
wiper arm can be pulled up.
CAUTION: To replace the wiper arm, place the wiper arm in the
. Do not operate the washer continuously for down position and then push the lever * 4 up once

longer than 30 seconds. when the ignition switch is in the “ON” position.
JVI0271X
. Do not operate the washer if the window Type B Washer operation
GUID-FCA4580E-6687-43A6-B1FF-107489CBCCA6
washer fluid reservoir is empty. The windshield wiper and washer operate when the
To operate the washer, pull the lever toward the back
ignition switch is in the “ON” position.
. If the wiper operation is interrupted by snow of the vehicle *
5 until the desired amount of washer
or ice, the wiper may stop moving to protect Wiper operation fluid is spread on the windshield. The wiper will
GUID-09A5032E-B4FF-4FFF-AC03-6433AEEED0C7
its motor. If this occurs, turn the wiper switch automatically operate several times.
The lever position “INT” or “ ” *
1 operates the
to the “OFF” position and remove the snow
wiper intermittently. Wiper drip wipeGUID-9E14C2E6-2E9C-4731-980B-C45B899B977B
system:
or ice on and around the wiper arms. In
approximately 1 minute, turn the switch on . The intermittent operation can be adjusted by The wiper will also operate once about 3 seconds after
again to operate the wiper. turning the adjustment control knob, (longer) * A the washer and wiper are operated. This operation is to
or (shorter) *
B . wipe washer fluid that has dripped on the windshield.
WINDSHIELD WIPER AND WASHER . The intermittent operation speed varies in accor-
Headlight cleaner (if equipped)
SWITCH dance with the vehicle speed. (For example, when GUID-30A322AB-83A8-4BD5-9E96-B1C0CD1C922B
GUID-B502F95A-B041-40B6-93BF-96CD4CBD3C3C
the vehicle speed is high, the intermittent opera- Pull the lever toward the rear of the vehicle *
5 .
tion speed will be faster.) The headlight cleaner will operate with operation of the
The lever position “LO” or “ ” *2 operates the windshield washer.
wiper at low speed. . The headlight cleaner operates with the wind-
The lever position “HI” or “ ” *
3 operates the shield washer operation. This operation activates
wiper at high speed. once each time either the ignition switch or the
headlight switch is turned off and on.
To stop the wiper operation, move the lever up to the
“OFF” position. . After the first operation, the headlight cleaner
operates once for every few operations of the
The lever position “MIST” or “ ”* 4 operates the
windshield washer.
wiper one sweep. The lever automatically returns to its
SIC4022 original position.
Type A

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DEFOGGER SWITCH
GUID-903DF46F-C343-47BC-B18A-DBDB39ABA97A

CAUTION: Wiper operation


GUID-C97A7DA0-2523-477D-9205-06A74AA5A444
Turn the switch from the “OFF” position to operate the
Do not operate the headlight cleaner if the wiper.
window washer fluid reservoir is empty.
*
1 “INT” or “ ” (intermittent) — intermittent
operation (not adjustable)
REAR WINDOW WIPER AND WASHER
SWITCH GUID-E773AFD4-0FAA-459C-9091-469FDC845ADF
*
2 “ON” or “ ” (low) — continuous low speed
operation
Reverse synchronization function (if equipped):
GUID-9E14C2E6-2E9C-4731-980B-C45B899B977B
When the windshield wiper switch is on, moving the
JVI0283X
shift lever to the “R” (Reverse) position will operate the
rear window wiper. Type A*

Washer operation
GUID-C36AB7EE-E16C-4AA6-9AA4-4AE4CE95F5E8
Push the switch forward * 3 to operate the washer.
Then the wiper will also operate several times.

SIC4025
Type A

SIC4519
Type B
*: The illustration is for the Left-Hand Drive (LHD)
model. For the Right-Hand Drive (RHD) model, the
layout will be the opposite.
The defogger switch operates when the ignition switch
is in the “ON” position.
SIC4076 The defogger is used to reduce the moisture, fog or
Type B frost on the rear window surface to improve the rear
The rear window wiper and washer operate when the view.
ignition switch is in the “ON” position. When the defogger switch * 1 is pushed, the indicator
light *
2 illuminates and the rear window defogger
operates for approximately 15 minutes. After the preset
time has passed, the defogger will turn off automati-

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HORN WINDOWS
GUID-740A59C9-9303-49AF-A0E6-055033D41508
GUID-AE250EC0-8AE3-46C6-AB26-5B554B58D2DD
cally.
POWER WINDOWS
GUID-4C28181D-15C4-4E83-B77C-CAC4827419BF
To turn off manually, push the defogger switch again.
WARNING:
CAUTION:
. Make sure that all passengers have their
. When operating the defogger continuously, hands, etc. inside the vehicle before operat-
be sure to start the engine. Otherwise, it may ing the power windows.
cause the battery to discharge.
. Never leave children or adults who would
. When cleaning the inner side of the window, normally require the support of others alone
be careful not to scratch or damage the in the vehicle. They could unknowingly
electrical conductors on the surface of the JVI0442X activate switches or controls and inadver-
window. tently become involved in an accident.
The horn switch operates regardless of the ignition
switch position except when the battery is discharged. The power windows operate when the ignition switch
When the horn switch is pushed and held, the horn will is in the “ON” position.
sound. Releasing the horn switch will cease the horn To open a window, push down the power window
sound. switch.
To close a window, pull up the power window switch.

Driver’s window switch


GUID-406320B7-4EEF-4ABF-A50F-CAA6EA59AD49

SIC4522

The driver’s switch, the main switch, can control all


windows.

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Locking passengers’ windows:


GUID-9E14C2E6-2E9C-4731-980B-C45B899B977B Automatic function
GUID-9B742A93-33F3-4843-852E-7713CEADD5D1
the window as it is closing by the automatic function.
When the lock button * A is pushed in, the When the control unit detects an obstacle, the window
passengers’ windows cannot be operated. will be lowered immediately.
To cancel the passengers’ windows lock, push the lock Depending on the environment or driving conditions,
button *A again to release the passengers’ window the auto-reverse function may activate if an impact or
lock. load similar to something being caught in the window
occurs.
Passenger’s window switch
GUID-9445E300-8AEF-4C87-B23A-82DB696E7584
If the window GUID-89E9016B-82D8-47EC-9036-B6A63D9DF2B5
does not close automatically
If the power window automatic function (closing only)
does not operate properly, perform the following
procedure to initialize the power window system.
SIC4524
1. Place the ignition switch in the “ON” position.
The automatic function is available for the switch that
2. Close the door.
has an mark on its surface.
3. Open the window completely by operating the
The automatic function enables a window to fully open
power window switch.
or close without holding the switch down or up.
4. Pull the power window switch and hold it to close
To fully open the window, push the power window
the window, and then hold the switch more than 3
SIC4523 switch down to the second detent and release the
seconds after the window is closed completely.
switch. To fully close the window, pull the power
The passenger’s switch can control its corresponding 5. Release the power window switch. Operate the
window switch up to the second detent and release
window. window by the automatic function to confirm the
the switch. The switch does not have to be held during
When the passengers’ windows lock button on the window operation. initialization is complete.
driver’s switch is pushed in, the passenger’s switch If the power window automatic function does not
To stop the window open/close operation during the
cannot be operated. operate properly after performing the procedure above,
automatic function, push down or pull up the switch in
opposite directions. have your vehicle checked by a NISSAN dealer.

Auto-reverse function:
GUID-9E14C2E6-2E9C-4731-980B-C45B899B977B

WARNING:
There is a small distance just before the closed
position which cannot be detected. Make sure
that all passengers have their hands, etc. inside
the vehicle before closing the windows.

The auto-reverse function enables a window to


automatically reverse when something is caught in

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SUNROOF (if equipped)


GUID-21F8D9E5-6E1D-41EB-B414-B18752598595
Sunshade Depending on the environment or driving conditions,
WARNING: GUID-58FB7DDD-C001-4291-A467-3031C590B8FE
the auto-reverse function may activate if an impact or
To open or close the sunshade, slide the sunshade
. In an accident you could be thrown from the manually. load similar to something being caught in the sunroof
vehicle through an open sunroof. Adults occurs.
The sunshade will open automatically when the
should always use seat belts and children
should always use seat belts or child
sunroof is opened. The sunshade needs to be closed If sunroof does not operate
GUID-20EAF9C7-02AE-42EA-A96A-DAECBA1ED0A2
manually by sliding it. If the sunroof does not operate properly, perform the
restraint systems.
following procedure to initialize the sunroof operation
. Never allow anyone to stand up or extend Sunroof GUID-8D0D3FA5-F33A-4E19-9FAB-457B7C7DF91A system.
any portion of their body out of the opening Tilting:
while the vehicle is in motion or while the GUID-9E14C2E6-2E9C-4731-980B-C45B899B977B 1. If the sunroof is open, close it fully by repeatedly
To tilt up, first close the sunroof, then push the UP side pushing the CLOSE side * 2 of the sunroof
sunroof is closing.
*2 of the sunroof switch and release it; it need not be switch.
held. To tilt down the sunroof, push the DOWN side
CAUTION: 2. Push and hold the CLOSE side * 2 of the sunroof
*1 .
switch to tilt the sunroof up.
. Remove water drops, snow, ice or sand from Sliding: GUID-9E14C2E6-2E9C-4731-980B-C45B899B977B 3. Release the sunroof switch after the sunroof
the sunroof before opening. To fully open or close the sunroof, push the OPEN * 1 moves slightly up and down.
. Do not place any heavy objects on the or CLOSE * 2 side of the sunroof switch and release
4. Push and hold the OPEN side * 1 of the sunroof
sunroof or surrounding area. it; it need not be held. The roof will automatically open
switch to fully tilt the sunroof down.
or close all the way. To stop the sunroof, push the
AUTOMATIC SUNROOF
GUID-9D034432-A8F3-418B-AFB1-556C8C5C8097 switch once more while it is opening or closing. 5. Check if the sunroof switch operates normally.
If the sunroof does not operate properly after perform-
Auto-reverse function
GUID-0E6D6E19-EAEA-4084-818A-1DB8588E65FD ing the procedure above, have your vehicle checked by
a NISSAN dealer.
WARNING:
There is a small distance just before the closed
position which cannot be detected. Make sure
that all passengers have their hands, etc. inside
the vehicle before closing the sunroof.

The auto-reverse function enables the sunroof to


automatically reverse when something is caught in
JVI0284X
the sunroof as it is closing. When the control unit
The sunroof operates when the ignition switch is in the detects an obstacle, the sunroof will open immediately.
“ON” position. If the sunroof cannot be closed automatically when the
auto reverse function activates due to a malfunction,
push and hold the CLOSE side * 2 of the sunroof
switch.

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ASHTRAY AND CIGARETTE


POWER OUTLET (if equipped)
LIGHTER (if equipped)
GUID-9B489A89-8DA5-4055-B540-64261126F2BD GUID-16EAFD12-368A-4962-AC51-08308135575A
. Do not allow water to contact the outlet. FRONT GUID-09FAFD83-6480-41B7-947B-3418402840A7
. When not in use, be sure to close the cap.

JVI0707X

The power outlet is for powering electrical acces- JVI0445X


sories.
Ashtray GUID-90A49645-2D10-42E0-A2B3-10FEB41DADA1
CAUTION: To open the ashtray, push the lid *
1 .

. The outlet and plug may be hot during or To take out the ashtray, pull out *
2 .
immediately after use.
Cigarette lighter
GUID-A3AC73E9-0371-4BCE-BB23-FC0DBD9635D3
. This power outlet is not designed for use
with a cigarette lighter unit. WARNING:
. Do not use with accessories that exceed a 12
volt, 120W (10A) power draw. Do not use The cigarette lighter should not be used while
double adapters or more than one electrical driving so that full attention may be given to
accessory. vehicle operation.

. Use power outlet with the engine running to


avoid discharging the vehicle battery. CAUTION:
. Avoid using power outlet when the air . The cigarette lighter socket is a power
conditioner, headlights or rear window de- source for the cigarette lighter element only.
fogger is on. The use of the cigarette lighter socket as a
. Before inserting or disconnecting a plug, be power source for any other accessory is not
sure to turn off the power switch of the recommended.
electrical accessory being used and the . Do not use any other power outlet for an
ignition switch. accessory lighter.
. Push the plug in as far as it will go. If good The cigarette lighter operates when the ignition switch
contact is not made, the plug may overheat is in the “ACC” or “ON” position. To heat the cigarette
or the internal temperature fuse may blow.
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STORAGES
GUID-7505B926-4D14-4901-9E16-595CE0845367
lighter, push in *3 until it latches. When the lighter is
heated, it will spring out automatically. WARNING:
Return the cigarette lighter to its original position after . The storages should not be used while
use. driving so that the full attention may be
given to vehicle operation.
REAR GUID-8504D0AE-6DAA-448B-8824-09AEE66D92A5 . Keep the storage lids closed while driving to
help prevent injury in an accident or sudden
stop.

GLOVE BOXGUID-C5079549-DB0E-425B-ADCC-892780E9CA4D
JVI0676X
Type B
To open the glove box, pull the handle *
1 .

To close, push the lid in until the lock latches.


To lock *
2 /unlock *
3 the glove box, use the key.

SIC2570 CONSOLE BOX


GUID-DA5857D7-77AF-4C0A-89DE-536BD23484C4

To open the ashtray, pull *


1 .

To take out the ashtray, push down *


2 , and pull out.

JVI0287X
Type A
To open the glove box, pull the handle.
To close, push the lid in until the lock latches.

JVI0288X

To open the console box lid, push the knob *


A and
pull up the lid.
To close, push the lid down until the lock latches.

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CUP HOLDERS
GUID-F1D72A33-91A5-4902-86FC-7439878ED485
Rear (if equipped)
GUID-A5BBE5CB-2BA4-4E2B-8CED-7AA1E28D4F66
. Do not use bottle holder for open liquid
containers.
WARNING:
SUNGLASSES HOLDER
GUID-1F6E4D74-A08A-472D-98C4-D401E33CD2F9
The driver must not remove or insert cups into
the cup holder while driving so that full attention
may be given to vehicle operation.

CAUTION:
Avoid abrupt starting and braking especially
when the cup holder is being used to prevent
spilling the contents. If the contents are hot, they SIC4593
could scald you or your passengers.
Soft bottle holders
GUID-0E67B8D3-6652-4674-BA6D-22BE03283CF0
Front GUID-E80F2716-7269-4828-8FA8-097AFEB8510C
JVI0291X

CAUTION:
. Do not use for anything other than sun-
glasses.
. Do not leave sunglasses in the sunglasses
holder while parking in direct sunlight. The
heat may damage the sunglasses.
To open the sunglasses holder, push the button * A .
JVI0290X To close, push the holder up until the lock latches.
JVI0465X
Soft bottle holders are located on the front and rear
To open the cup holder, slide the lid *
1 . doors.
To close the cup holder, slide the lid *
2 .
CAUTION:
. Do not use bottle holder for any other
objects that could be thrown about in the
vehicle and possibly injure people during
sudden braking or an accident.

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COAT HOOKGUID-235DEBBC-5AAC-47F2-B95C-DF835AD9FB12
(if equipped) CARGO COVER
GUID-73AD9E6D-0988-4C6D-A2AB-045FA336AAB4

WARNING:
. Never put anything on the cargo cover, no
matter how small. Any object on it could
cause an injury in an accident or sudden
stop.
. Do not leave the cargo cover in the vehicle
with it disengaged from the holder.
. The child restraint top tether strap (if
equipped) may be damaged by contact with
SIC3505
the cargo cover or items in the luggage area.
The coat hook is located above the rear side window Remove the cargo cover from the vehicle or
(on the driver’s side). secure it and any luggage. Your child could
be seriously injured or killed in a collision if
CAUTION: the top tether strap is damaged.
— If the cargo cover contacts the top tether
Do not apply a total load of more than 2 kg (4 lb)
strap when it is attached to the top
to the hook.
tether anchor, remove the cargo cover
from the vehicle or secure it on the
CARD HOLDERS (if equipped)
GUID-9C0CB445-8139-465A-A584-1C53AFA65DA6 cargo floor below its attachment loca-
tion. If the cargo cover is not removed, it
may damage the top tether strap during JVI0292X
a collision.
To remove the cargo cover:
— Do not allow cargo to contact the top 1. Remove the straps *
1 from the back door.
tether strap when it is attached to the
2. Remove the cargo cover holders *
2 .
top tether anchor. Properly secure the
cargo so it does not contact the top
tether strap. Cargo that is not properly
secured or that contacts the top tether
strap may damage the top tether strap
JVI0018X during a collision.
Slide a card in the card holder *
A . The cargo cover keeps the luggage compartment
contents hidden from the outside.

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SUN VISORS INTERIOR LIGHTS


GUID-DE6C9486-A891-4CE9-85EA-4990109A028C GUID-B2421D01-116A-4BF7-A7F6-3E979908B4FE
LUGGAGE HOOKS (if equipped)
GUID-AAC70B0C-3DE3-4704-AB27-24713D6A4F62 CAUTION:
. Do not leave the light switch on when the
engine is not running for extended periods
of time to prevent the battery from being
discharged.
. Turn off the lights when you leave the
vehicle.

ROOM LIGHTGUID-29EA7276-8B60-4B5A-9975-033DCA510EFA

JVI0293X

The hooks are located in the luggage area.

CAUTION:
Do not apply a total load of more than 3 kg (7 lb)
to a single hook.

SIC2063A

The room light has a three-position switch.


SIC2872
When the switch is in the “ON” position *
1 , the room
1. To block out glare from the front, swing down *
1 light illuminates.
the sun visor.
When the switch is in the “DOOR” position * 2 , the
2. To block glare from the side, remove the sun visor room light illuminates when a door is opened.
from the center mount and swing it to the side
The interior light timer will keep the room light on for
* 2 .
approximately 15 seconds when:
. The key is removed from the ignition switch with
the driver’s door closed. (model without Intelligent
Key system)
. The ignition switch is placed in the “OFF” position.
(model with Intelligent Key system)

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. The doors are unlocked by pushing the “UN- VANITY MIRROR LIGHTS (if equipped)
GUID-2CD7F5D0-D649-4893-848C-9DE98CEB581E
LOCK” button (on the remote controller or
Intelligent Key) or the request switch (Intelligent
Key system equipped models), with the ignition
switch in the “LOCK” position.
. Any door is opened and then closed with the
ignition switch in the “LOCK” position.
The interior light timer will be cancelled when:
. The driver’s door is locked.
. The ignition switch is placed in the “ON” position.
When the switch is in the “OFF” position * 3 , the room
light does not illuminate, regardless of any condition. SIC3869

Battery saver system To access the vanity mirror, pull the sun visor down and
GUID-5B6D333F-E307-4FAD-A056-0073CA6D7F46
flip open the mirror cover.
If any door is left open for a period of time with the
room light switch in the “DOOR” position, the room The vanity mirror light illuminates when the vanity mirror
light will automatically turn off. cover is opened. When the cover is closed, the light
will turn off.
MAP LIGHTS GUID-50E56458-D710-4F96-B3EA-A53AA4FB330B
CARGO ROOM LIGHT
GUID-1026B869-2FC5-478D-9902-07330C3D2DA8
The cargo room light illuminates when the back door is
opened. When the back door is closed, the lights will
turn off.

SIC2873

To turn the map lights on, press the lenses. To turn


them off, press the lenses of the lights again.

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3 Pre-driving checks and adjustments

Keys .............................................................................................................
.... 3-2 Using remote keyless entry function ......................................
.... 3-12
Key (if equipped) .... .............................................................................. 3-2 Hazard indicator and outside chime operation .................... .... 3-13
NISSAN Anti-Theft System (NATS) key (if equipped) ............ .... 3-2 Security system (if equipped) .... .......................................................... 3-14
Intelligent Key (if equipped) ...........................................................
.... 3-2 NISSAN Anti-Theft System (NATS) .......................................
.... 3-14
Door locks .................................................................................................
.... 3-3 Hood .......................................................................................................
.... 3-14
Locking with key ................................................................................
.... 3-3 Opening hood ..............................................................................
.... 3-15
Locking with inside lock knob .......................................................
.... 3-4 Closing hood ................................................................................
.... 3-15
Locking with power door lock switch ..........................................
.... 3-4 Back door ..............................................................................................
.... 3-15
Vehicle speed sensing door lock mechanism (if equipped) .... 3-4 Opening back door .....................................................................
.... 3-16
Auto door lock releasing mechanism (if equipped) ................. .... 3-4 Closing back door .......................................................................
.... 3-16
Impact sensing door lock releasing mechanism Back door release lever .............................................................
.... 3-16
(if equipped) .......................................................................................
.... 3-5 Fuel filler lid ...........................................................................................
.... 3-17
Child safety rear door lock .............................................................
.... 3-5 Opening fuel filler lid ..................................................................
.... 3-17
Remote keyless entry system (if equipped) .... ..................................... 3-5 Fuel filler cap ................................................................................
.... 3-17
Using remote keyless entry system ..............................................
.... 3-6 Steering wheel ......................................................................................
.... 3-17
Intelligent Key system (if equipped) ...................................................
.... 3-7 Tilt or telescopic operation .......................................................
.... 3-17
Operating range ................................................................................
.... 3-8 Mirrors .....................................................................................................
.... 3-18
Using Intelligent Key system ..........................................................
.... 3-8 Inside rearview mirror .................................................................
.... 3-18
Battery saver system .....................................................................
.... 3-10 Outside rearview mirrors ...........................................................
.... 3-18
Warning and audible reminders .................................................
.... 3-10 Vanity mirror (if equipped) .........................................................
.... 3-19
Troubleshooting guide ..................................................................
.... 3-11 Parking brake ........................................................................................
.... 3-19

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KEYS
GUID-26997D54-98E9-47F6-A30B-EB8B80EB4A7F
Your vehicle can only be driven with the keys specific NISSAN ANTI-THEFT SYSTEM (NATS*) KEY INTELLIGENT GUID-6B940429-FDF2-41D1-8475-8D7DD9A87880
KEY (if equipped)
to your vehicle. A key number plate is supplied with (if equipped) GUID-68F8BEE7-EB86-467F-A893-A9370884070D
your key. Record the key number and keep the key
number plate in a safe place, except in the vehicle, in
case of the need to duplicate the keys.
The key can only be duplicated using an original key or
the original key number. The key number is required
when you have lost all of the keys and do not have the
original key to duplicate from. If the key is lost, or you
need extra keys, provide an original key or the key
number to a NISSAN dealer.
SPA2406
CAUTION: SPA2405
1. Intelligent Key (2)
Do not leave the keys inside the vehicle when 1 NATS key (2) 2. Mechanical key (inside the Intelligent Key) (2)
leaving the vehicle.
2 Key number plate 3. Key number plate
KEY (if equipped) Your vehicle can only be driven with the NATS keys, Your vehicle can only be driven with the Intelligent
GUID-0F61C278-2C63-4F85-BA0D-98E4447E59B0 which are registered to your vehicle’s NATS compo- Keys, which are registered to your vehicle’s Intelligent
nents. As many as 5 NATS keys can be registered and Key system components and NISSAN Anti-Theft
used with one vehicle. The new keys must be System (NATS*) components. As many as 4 Intelligent
registered by a NISSAN dealer prior to use with the Keys can be registered and used with one vehicle. The
NATS of your vehicle. Since the registration process new keys must be registered by a NISSAN dealer prior
requires erasing all memory in the NATS components to use with the Intelligent Key system and NATS of your
when registering new keys, be sure to take all NATS vehicle. Since the registration process requires erasing
keys that you have to the NISSAN dealer. all memory in the Intelligent Key components when
*: Immobilizer registering new keys, be sure to take all Intelligent Keys
that you have to the NISSAN dealer.
CAUTION: *: Immobilizer
SPA2405
Do not allow the NATS key, which contains an
1. Master key (2) electrical transponder, to come into contact with CAUTION:
2. Key number plate water or salt water. This could affect the system . Be sure to carry the Intelligent Key with you.
As many as 5 master keys with remote controller can function. Do not leave the vehicle with the Intelligent
be registered and used with one vehicle. Key inside.
. Be sure to carry the Intelligent Key with you
when driving. The Intelligent Key is a preci-
sion device with a built-in transmitter. To

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DOOR LOCKS
GUID-EB526B21-C49A-4D84-977C-6731136A3558
avoid damaging it, please note the follow- dealer.
ing. WARNING:
Mechanical keyGUID-679F262F-4F4A-4C2A-B9F3-B1282A58EFB6
— The Intelligent Key is water resistant; . Always look before opening any doors, to
however, wetting may damage the In- avoid an accident with oncoming traffic.
telligent Key. If the Intelligent Key gets . Never leave children or adults who would
wet, immediately wipe until it is com- normally require the support of others alone
pletely dry. in the vehicle. They could unknowingly
— Do not bend, drop or strike it against activate switches or controls and inadver-
another object. tently become involved in a serious accident.

— If the outside temperature is below LOCKING WITH KEY


GUID-EABFEFD4-C9D9-4513-ABEB-6674D6999B8D
−108C (14 8F), the battery of the Intelli-
gent Key may not function properly.
SPA2033
— Do not place the Intelligent Key for an
extended period in a place where tem- To remove the mechanical key, release the lock knob at
peratures exceed 608C (1408F). the back of the Intelligent Key.
— Do not change or modify the Intelligent To install the mechanical key, firmly insert it into the
Key. Intelligent Key until the lock knob returns to the lock
position.
— Do not use a magnet key holder.
Use the mechanical key to lock or unlock the doors and
— Do not place the Intelligent Key near glove box, if equipped with a key cylinder. (See “Door
equipment that produces a magnetic locks” (P.3-3) and “Storages” (P.2-26).) SPA2602
field such as a TV, audio equipment
and personal computers. To lock the door, insert the key to the door key cylinder
and turn the key to the front side of the vehicle * 1 .
— Do not allow the Intelligent Key to come The driver’s side door will lock.
into contact with water or salt water,
To unlock the door, turn the key to the rear of the
and do not wash it in a washing
vehicle *
2 . The driver’s side door will unlock.
machine. This could affect the system
function. To lock or unlock the other doors, use the power door
lock switch, the “LOCK” button or “UNLOCK”
. If an Intelligent Key is lost or stolen, NISSAN button on the remote controller, Intelligent Key or
recommends erasing the ID code of that any request switch.
Intelligent Key. This will prevent the Intelli-
gent Key from unauthorized use to unlock
the vehicle. For information regarding the
erasing procedure, please contact a NISSAN

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LOCKING WITH INSIDE LOCK KNOB


GUID-629A6066-531D-4132-A558-183B789AC274
LOCKING WITH POWER DOOR LOCK Model with Intelligent Key system:
GUID-9E14C2E6-2E9C-4731-980B-C45B899B977B
SWITCH GUID-C7EADB00-4DE8-4897-9B93-CF6FBD217578
. When the Intelligent Key is left inside of the vehicle
and driver’s door is open.

VEHICLE SPEED SENSING DOOR LOCK


MECHANISMGUID-04EA80D0-B8C2-4DA2-8099-FC1B6CCEFF93
(if equipped)
All doors will be locked automatically when the vehicle
speed reaches 10 km/h (6 MPH). Once the lock has
been unlocked, while driving, the vehicle speed
sensing door lock mechanism will not lock the door
again unless one of the following is performed.
JVP0057X . Opening any doors.
SPA2803 . Placing the ignition switch in the “LOCK” position.
CAUTION: To activate or deactivate vehicle speed
CAUTION: sensing door GUID-A6BB9DC0-42C7-4550-8916-039A519AD243
lock mechanism
When locking the doors using the inside lock
knob, be sure not to leave the key in the vehicle. When locking the doors using the power door To activate or deactivate the door lock mechanism,
lock switch, be sure not to leave the key in the perform the following procedures.
To lock the front doors, push the inside lock knob to vehicle.
the lock position *1 , and then close the door while 1. Place the ignition switch in the “ON” position.
pulling the door handle. To lock the doors, push the power door lock switch to 2. Within 20 seconds, push and hold the power door
To lock the rear doors, push the inside lock knob to the the lock position *1 with the driver’s door open, then lock switch to the “LOCK” position for 5 seconds.
lock position *1 and then close the door. close the door while pulling the door handle. All doors 3. The hazard indicator light will flash as follows if the
including the back door will lock. switching operation is successful:
To unlock, pull the inside lock knob to the unlock
position *
2 . To unlock, push the power door lock switch to the . Twice — activated
unlock position *
2 .
. Once — deactivated
Lockout protection
GUID-ED56D328-804D-4737-9FE3-5F8AAC166E06 AUTO DOOR LOCK RELEASING ME-
The power door lock switch will not lock the doors CHANISM (if equipped)
GUID-27B58B1A-D230-4263-AC30-2995F5696A5B
under the following conditions:
All doors will be unlocked automatically when the
Model without Intelligent Key system:
GUID-9E14C2E6-2E9C-4731-980B-C45B899B977B
following conditions:
. When the key is in the ignition switch and the . When the ignition switch is moved from “ON” to
driver’s door is open. “OFF” position (Model with Inteligent Key system).
. When any door except for the driver’s door is . When the key is removed from the ignition switch
open. (Model without Inteligent Key system).

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REMOTE KEYLESS ENTRY SYSTEM


(if equipped)
GUID-4D5AD9DB-0062-48F5-8791-69286B9F5A81
To activate or deactivate auto door lock safety rear door locks engage and the rear doors can The remote keyless entry system can operate all door
releasing mechanism only be opened by the outside door handles. locks (including the back door) using the remote
GUID-649E6258-B3E5-40B2-AD7F-52EFA7E97BCC
controller. The remote controller can operate at a
To activate or deactivate the auto door lock releasing To disengage, move the levers to the unlock position
distance of approximately 1 m (3.3 ft) away from the
mechanism, perform the following procedures. *2 .
vehicle. The operating distance depends upon the
1. Place the ignition switch in the “ON” position. conditions around the vehicle.
2. Within 20 seconds, push and hold the power door As many as 5 remote controllers can be used with one
lock switch to the “UNLOCK” position for 5 vehicle. For information about the purchase and use of
seconds. additional remote controllers, contact a NISSAN deal-
3. The hazard indicator light will flash as follows if the er.
switching operation is successful: The remote controller will not function under the
. Twice — activated following conditions:
. Once — deactivated . When the distance between the remote controller
and vehicle is more than approximately 1 m (3.3
IMPACT SENSING DOOR LOCK RELEAS- ft).
ING MECHANISM (if equipped)
GUID-4008906F-C98A-4425-A3EA-C456FB5028FB . When the remote controller battery is discharged.
All doors will be unlocked automatically when the . When the key is in the ignition switch.
impact sensors sense an impact while the ignition
switch is in the “ON” position. CAUTION:
CHILD SAFETY REAR DOOR LOCK
GUID-ADD70D42-8303-42F0-A0E3-3C53E818F4E7 . When locking the doors using the remote
controller, be sure not to leave the key in the
vehicle.
. Do not allow the remote controller, which
contains electrical components, to come
into contact with water or salt water. This
could affect the system function.
. Do not drop the remote controller.
. Do not strike the remote controller sharply
against another object.
SPA2801
. If the outside temperature is below −108C
(148F), the battery of the remote controller
The child safety rear door locks help prevent rear doors may not function properly.
from being opened accidentally, especially when small . Do not place the remote controller for an
children are in the vehicle. extended period in an area where tempera-
When the levers are in the lock position *
1 , the child

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tures exceed 608C (1408F).


CAUTION: Battery indicator light
GUID-8CAFDF79-7778-4322-9D73-9AF335B819FB
If a remote controller is lost or stolen, NISSAN
The battery indicator light * 4 illuminates when you
recommends erasing the ID code of that remote After locking the doors using the remote con- push any button. If the light does not illuminate, the
controller from the vehicle. This may prevent the troller, be sure that the doors have been securely battery is weak or needs replacement. For information
unauthorized use of the remote controller to unlock locked by operating the door handles. regarding replacement of a battery, see “Remote
the vehicle. For information regarding the erasing
controller battery” (P.8-19).
procedure, contact a NISSAN dealer. Unlocking doors
GUID-CBDCE4B1-1D60-4751-AE87-CB506FCCEB50
For information regarding the replacement of a battery, 1. Push the “UNLOCK” button *
2 on the Hazard indicator operation
GUID-F7798145-F60E-4341-805A-2A6DFF918831
see “Battery” (P.8-18). remote controller. When you lock or unlock the doors, the hazard
2. All doors will be unlocked. indicator will flash as a confirmation.
USING REMOTE KEYLESS ENTRY SYSTEM
GUID-D46DA053-8288-43B1-99DB-019797F653AD
All doors will be locked automatically unless one of the . “LOCK”: The hazard indicator flashes once.
following operations is performed within 30 seconds . “UNLOCK”: The hazard indicator flashes twice.
after pushing the “UNLOCK” button *2 .

. Opening any doors.


. Inserting the key into the ignition switch.

Using panic alarm


GUID-53D0690D-307D-4CCE-A2CB-FF855F2F7357
If you are near your vehicle and feel threatened, you
may activate the alarm to call attention as follows:
1. Push the “PANIC” button *3 on the remote
JVP0213X controller for more than 1 second.
*
1 LOCK button 2. The theft warning alarm will stay on for 25
*
2 UNLOCK button seconds.
*
3 PANIC button 3. The panic alarm stops when:
*
4 Battery indicator light . It has run for 25 seconds, or
. Any of the buttons on the remote controller is
Locking doorsGUID-2BFC8BDE-3B87-4A39-8FC9-5702C38812D3
pushed. (Note: PANIC button should be pushed
1. Remove the ignition key. for more than 1 second.)
2. Close all doors.
3. Push the “LOCK” button *
1 on the remote
controller.
4. All doors will be locked.
5. Operate door handles to confirm that the doors
have been securely locked.

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INTELLIGENT KEY SYSTEM (if


equipped)
GUID-FC296357-4B62-4F10-8E84-9DD2A3C8C3B6
Be sure to read the following before using the Since the Intelligent Key is continuously receiving radio
Intelligent Key system. waves, if the key is left near equipment which transmits
strong radio waves, such as signals from a TV and
CAUTION: personal computer, the battery life may become
shorter.
. Be sure to carry the Intelligent Key with you
when operating the vehicle. Because the steering wheel is locked electrically,
unlocking the steering wheel with the ignition switch in
. Never leave the Intelligent Key in the vehicle the “LOCK” position is impossible when the vehicle
when you leave the vehicle. battery is completely discharged. Pay special attention
The Intelligent Key is always communicating with the that the vehicle battery is not completely discharged.
SPA2406 vehicle as it receives radio waves. The Intelligent Key As many as 4 Intelligent Keys can be used with one
1. Intelligent Key (2) system transmits weak radio waves. Environmental vehicle. For information about the purchase and use of
conditions may interfere with the operation of the additional Intelligent Keys, contact a NISSAN dealer.
2. Mechanical key (inside the Intelligent Key) (2)
Intelligent Key system under the following operating
3. Key number plate conditions. CAUTION:
WARNING: . When operating near a location where strong
. Do not allow the Intelligent Key, which
radio waves are transmitted, such as a TV tower,
contains electrical components, to come
. Radio waves could adversely affect electric power station and broadcasting station.
into contact with water or salt water. This
medical equipment. Those who use a pace- . When in possession of wireless equipment, such could affect the system function.
maker should contact the electric medical as a cellular telephone, transceiver, and CB radio.
equipment manufacturer for the possible . Do not drop the Intelligent Key.
. When the Intelligent Key is in contact with or
influences before use. covered by metallic materials. . Do not strike the Intelligent Key sharply
. The Intelligent Key transmits radio waves . When any type of radio wave remote control is against another object.
when the buttons are pushed. The radio used nearby. . Do not change or modify the Intelligent Key.
waves may affect aircraft navigation and . When the Intelligent Key is placed near an electric . Wetting may damage the Intelligent Key. If
communication systems. Do not operate the appliance such as a personal computer. the Intelligent Key gets wet, immediately
Intelligent Key while on an airplane. Make
. When the vehicle is parked near a parking meter. wipe until it is completely dry.
sure the buttons are not operated uninten-
tionally when the unit is stored during a In such cases, correct the operating conditions before . If the outside temperature is below −108C
flight. using the Intelligent Key function or use the mechanical (148F), the battery of the Intelligent Key may
key. not function properly.
The Intelligent Key system can operate all the door
Although the life of the battery varies depending on the . Do not place the Intelligent Key for an
(including the back door) locks using the remote
operating conditions, the battery’s life is approximately extended period in an area where tempera-
controller function or pushing the request switch on
2 years. If the battery is discharged, replace it with a tures exceed 608C (1408F).
the vehicle without taking the key out from a pocket or
new one. . Do not attach the Intelligent Key with a key
purse. The operating environment and/or conditions
may affect the Intelligent Key system operation. For information regarding replacement of a battery, see holder that contains a magnet.
“Intelligent Key battery” (P.8-20).
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. Do not place the Intelligent Key near equip- OPERATING RANGE


ment that produces a magnetic field, such as GUID-79523823-E89F-4B5D-A69F-959FBA7C1E24

a TV, audio equipment and personal compu-


ters.
If an Intelligent Key is lost or stolen, NISSAN
recommends erasing the ID code of that Intelligent
Key from the vehicle. This may prevent the unauthor-
ized use of the Intelligent Key to operate the vehicle.
For information regarding the erasing procedure,
contact a NISSAN dealer.
The Intelligent Key function can be disabled. For
information about disabling the Intelligent Key function, SPA2074
contact a NISSAN dealer.
handle or rear bumper the request switches may not
function.
When the Intelligent Key is within the operating range,
it is possible for anyone, even someone who does not
carry the Intelligent Key, to push the request switch
and lock/unlock the doors.

USING INTELLIGENT KEY SYSTEM


GUID-617CCC55-66D7-433D-B927-62447BC311CC

SPA2075

The Intelligent Key functions can only be used when


the Intelligent Key is within the specified operating
range from the request switch * 1 .

When the Intelligent Key battery is discharged or


strong radio waves are present near the operating
location, the Intelligent Key system’s operating range
becomes narrower, and the Intelligent Key may not
SPA2408
function properly.
The operating range is within 80 cm (31.50 in) from The request switch will not function under the following
each request switch *1 . conditions:
If the Intelligent Key is too close to the door glass,

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. When the Intelligent Key is left inside the vehicle . Do not pull the door handle before pushing the 13).
. When the Intelligent Key is not within the door handle request switch. The door will be
operational range unlocked but will not open. Release the door Locking doorsGUID-46A34B66-C7EC-44ED-B6E4-34709BCF1EB0
. When any door is open or not closed securely handle once and pull it again to open the door. 1. Push the ignition switch to the “OFF” position.
. When the Intelligent Key battery is discharged 2. Carry the Intelligent Key with you.
. When the ignition switch is in the “ACC” or “ON” 3. Close all doors.
position 4. Push the door handle request switch (driver’s or
front passenger’s) *
A or the back door request
switch *B .

5. All doors and the back door will be locked.


6. Operate door handles to confirm that the doors
have been securely locked.
Lockout protection:GUID-9E14C2E6-2E9C-4731-980B-C45B899B977B
SPA2710
To prevent the Intelligent Key from being accidentally
locked in the vehicle, lockout protection is equipped
with the Intelligent Key system.
SPA2407
. When the Intelligent Key is left in the vehicle and
. Do not push the door handle request switch with you try to lock the door using the driver’s inside
the Intelligent Key held in your hand as illustrated. lock knob after getting out of the vehicle, all the
The close distance to the door handle will cause doors will unlock automatically and a chime will
the Intelligent Key system to have difficulty sound after the door is closed.
recognizing that the Intelligent Key is outside the . When the driver’s side door is open and the
vehicle. Intelligent Key is inside the vehicle (including
. After locking the doors using the door handle luggage room), the doors cannot be locked using
request switch, make sure that the doors have SPA2545 the power door lock switch.
been securely locked by operating the door When you carry the Intelligent Key with you, you can
handles. CAUTION:
lock or unlock all doors by pushing the door handle
. When locking the doors using the door handle request switch (driver’s or front passenger’s) *A or The lockout protection may not function under
request switch, make sure to have the Intelligent back door request switch * B within the range of the following conditions:
Key in your possession before operating the door operation.
handle request switch to prevent the Intelligent . When the Intelligent Key is placed on top of
When you lock or unlock the doors or open the back the instrument panel.
Key from being left in the vehicle.
door, the hazard indicator will flash and the outside . When the Intelligent Key is placed on the
. The door handle request switch is operational only chime will sound as a confirmation. For details, see
when the Intelligent Key has been detected by the cargo cover.
“Hazard indicator and outside chime operation” (P.3-
Intelligent Key system.
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. When the Intelligent Key is placed inside of Opening backGUID-0CD299CD-0286-4C11-B0AF-3E552439AB77


door
the glove box. 1. Carry the Intelligent Key.
. When the Intelligent Key is placed inside of 2. Push the back door opener switch *
c .
the door pockets.
3. The back door will unlock and open.
. When the Intelligent Key is placed inside or
near metallic materials. BATTERY SAVER SYSTEM
GUID-BC851CDF-ADC2-4B42-AAD2-6DB445A0AC51
The lockout protection may function when the When all the following conditions are met for a period
Intelligent Key is outside the vehicle but is too of time, the battery saver system will cut off the power
close to the vehicle. supply to prevent battery discharge.
. The ignition switch is in the “ACC” position, and
Unlocking doors
GUID-4C06CE36-CA33-4E53-96FA-D9242916BE3F . All doors are closed, and
1. Carry the Intelligent Key with you. . The shift lever is in the “P” (Park) position
2. Push the door handle request switch (driver’s or (Continuously Variable Transmission models).
front passenger’s) *A or back door request
switch *B . WARNING AND AUDIBLE REMINDERS
GUID-F1838F66-C436-4050-916F-4C2899FC2471

3. All doors and the back door will be unlocked. The Intelligent Key system is equipped with a function
that is designed to minimize improper operations of the
If a door handle is pulled while unlocking the doors, Intelligent Key and to help prevent the vehicle from
that door may not be unlocked. Returning the door being stolen. A chime or beep sounds inside and
handle to its original position will unlock the door. If the outside the vehicle and a warning light illuminates or
door does not unlock, after returning the door handle, blinks.
push the door handle request switch to unlock the
door. See the troubleshooting guide on the next page and
“Warning/indicator lights and audible reminders” (P.2-
Automatic relock: GUID-9E14C2E6-2E9C-4731-980B-C45B899B977B 11).
All doors will be locked automatically unless one of the Intelligent Key system warning light:
following operations is performed within 30 seconds
P position selecting warning light: (Continuously
after pushing the request switch while the doors are
Variable Transmission models)
locked.
. Opening any doors. CAUTION:
. Pushing the ignition switch.
When the chime or beep sounds or the warning
If during the preset time period the “UNLOCK”
light illuminates or blinks, be sure to check both
button on the Intelligent Key is pushed, all doors will be
the vehicle and the Intelligent Key.
locked automatically after the next preset time.

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TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE
GUID-5A1782C3-C48A-416C-BE3D-7DD3A7E9F25E

Symptom Possible cause Action to take


The P position selecting warning light in
the meter illuminates and the inside
When pushing the ignition switch to stop The shift lever is not in the “P” (Park) Shift the shift lever to the “P” (Park)
warning chime sounds for a few seconds
the engine position. position.
(Continuously Variable Transmission
models).
When shifting the shift lever to the P
The inside warning chime sounds for a The ignition switch is in the “ACC” or Push the ignition switch to the “OFF”
(Park) position (Continuously Variable
few seconds. “ON” position. position.
Transmission models).
When opening the driver’s door to get The inside warning chime sounds con- The ignition switch is in the “ACC” Push the ignition switch to the “OFF”
out of the vehicle tinuously. position. position.
The Intelligent Key system warning light
in the meter blinks in yellow, the outside The ignition switch is in the “ACC” or Push the ignition switch to the “OFF”
chime sounds 3 times and the inside “ON” position. position.
When closing the door after getting out warning chime sounds for a few seconds.
of the vehicle The P position selecting warning light in
The ignition switch is in the “ACC” or Move the shift lever to the “P” (Park)
the meter illuminates and the outside
“OFF” position and the shift lever is not in position and push the ignition switch to
chime sounds continuously (Continu-
the “P” (Park) position. the “OFF” position.
ously Variable Transmission models).
When pushing the request switch or the
The outside chime sounds for a few The Intelligent Key is inside the vehicle or
“LOCK” button on the Intelligent Carry the Intelligent Key with you.
seconds and all the doors unlock. luggage room.
Key to lock the door
When closing the door with the inside The outside chime sounds for a few The Intelligent Key is inside the vehicle or
Carry the Intelligent Key with you.
lock knob turned to “LOCK” seconds and all the doors unlock. luggage room.
The Intelligent Key is inside the vehicle or
Carry the Intelligent Key with you.
luggage room.
When pushing the door handle request The outside chime sounds for a few
A door is not closed securely. Close the door securely.
switch to lock the door seconds.
The door handle request switch is Push the door handle request switch after
pushed before the door is closed. the door is closed.
The Intelligent Key system warning light Replace the battery with a new one. (See
The battery charge is low.
in the meter blinks in green. “Intelligent Key battery” (P.8-20).)
When pushing the ignition switch to start The Intelligent Key system warning light
the engine in the meter blinks in yellow and the
The Intelligent Key is not in the vehicle. Carry the Intelligent Key with you.
inside warning chime sounds for a few
seconds.

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Symptom Possible cause Action to take


It warns of a malfunction with the
The Intelligent Key system warning light Contact a NISSAN dealer.
When pushing the ignition switch electrical steering lock system or the
in the meter illuminates in yellow.
Intelligent Key system.
USING REMOTE KEYLESS ENTRY FUNC- . When the Intelligent Key battery is discharged. Automatic relock: GUID-9E14C2E6-2E9C-4731-980B-C45B899B977B
TION For information regarding the replacement of a battery,
GUID-2AE42741-EBE2-4FE8-BF1B-689F0094ACB4 All doors will be locked automatically unless one of the
see “Intelligent Key battery” (P.8-20). following operations is performed within 30 seconds
after pushing the “UNLOCK” button * 2 on the
Locking doorsGUID-7ABF6AB4-A10F-45F7-A6A2-FD87D2681DAF Intelligent Key while the doors are locked. If during this
When you lock or unlock the doors, the hazard 30-second time period, the “UNLOCK” button
indicator will flash and the outside chime will sound * 2 on the Intelligent Key is pushed, all doors will be
as a confirmation. locked automatically after another 30 seconds.
1. Place the ignition switch in the “OFF” position and . Opening any door or back door.
carry the Intelligent Key. . Pushing the ignition switch.
2. Close all doors (including the back door).
Using panic alarm
SPA2252
3. Push the “LOCK” button *
1 on the GUID-D9610C4E-3B68-4E70-9961-4400E269C2F0
If you are near your vehicle and feel threatened, you
Intelligent Key.
*
1 LOCK button may activate the alarm to call attention as follows:
4. All doors will be locked.
*
2 UNLOCK button 1. Push the “PANIC” button *3 on the
5. Operate the door handles to confirm that the Intelligent Key for more than 1 second.
*
3 PANIC button
doors have been securely locked.
2. The theft warning alarm will stay on for 25
Operating range
GUID-D3BB5654-7185-45AE-9C12-C3962F5F9FD5 seconds.
It is possible to lock/unlock all doors including the back
CAUTION:
3. The panic alarm stops when:
door using the remote keyless entry system and After locking the doors using the Intelligent Key,
provides the panic alarm. The operating distance be sure that the doors have been securely . It has run for 25 seconds, or
depends upon the conditions around the vehicle. To locked by operating the door handles. . Any of the buttons on the Intelligent Key are
securely operate the lock and unlock buttons, pushed. (Note: PANIC button should be pushed
approach the vehicle to about 1 m (3.3 ft) from the Unlocking doors for more than 1 second.)
GUID-68632249-BE76-4075-AE4E-73EE90E081B8
door.
1. Push the “UNLOCK” button *
2 on the
The remote keyless entry system will not function under Intelligent Key.
the following conditions:
2. All doors (including the back door) will be
. When the Intelligent Key is not within the unlocked.
operational range.

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HAZARD INDICATOR AND OUTSIDE


CHIME OPERATION
GUID-84D278A3-8EED-4771-B809-191F06531A2A
When you lock or unlock the doors or the back door
with the request switch or the remote keyless entry
function, the hazard indicator will flash and the outside
chime will sound as a confirmation.
The following descriptions show how the hazard
indicator and outside chime will activate when locking
or unlocking the doors or back door.

Operation DOOR LOCK DOOR UNLOCK


Intelligent Key system (using door
HAZARD - once HAZARD - twice
handle or back door request
OUTSIDE CHIME - once OUTSIDE CHIME - twice
switch)
Remote keyless entry system HAZARD - once HAZARD - twice
(using or button) OUTSIDE CHIME - once OUTSIDE CHIME - twice

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SECURITY SYSTEM (if equipped) HOOD


GUID-84DFC8CD-2300-48BD-B6F0-707623C404FF
GUID-C3B71A2F-2263-4BD0-AEF3-1E0562880E42
Your vehicle is equipped with NISSAN Anti-theft Security indicator light
GUID-76978921-F8F5-4B9C-B81F-AAE7B38642C4 WARNING:
System (NATS)*.
The security condition will be shown by the security . The hood must be closed and latched
indicator light. securely before driving. Failure to do so
could cause the hood to fly open and result
(* immobilizer) in an accident.
NISSAN ANTI-THEFT SYSTEM (NATS)
GUID-036EA410-EB76-4EA4-B53B-6ABB4343E2A9
. Never open the hood if steam or smoke is
The NISSAN Anti-Theft System (NATS) will not allow coming from the engine compartment to
the engine to start without the use of the registered avoid injury.
NATS key.
If the engine does not start using the registered NATS
key, it may be due to interference caused by: SIC2045

. Another NATS key. The security indicator light is located on the meter
. Automated toll road device. panel. It indicates the status of NATS.
. Automated payment device. The light operates whenever the ignition switch is in
. Other devices that transmit similar signals. the “LOCK”, “OFF” or “ACC” position. The security
Start the engine using the following procedure: indicator light indicates that the security systems on
the vehicle are operational.
1. Remove any items that may be causing the
interference away from the NATS key. If NATS is malfunctioning, this light will remain on while
the ignition switch is in the “ON” position.
2. Leave the ignition switch in the “ON” position for
approximately 5 seconds. If the light remains on and/or the engine does
not start, contact a NISSAN dealer for NATS
3. Place the ignition switch in the “OFF” or “LOCK” service as soon as possible. Be sure to bring all
position, and wait approximately 10 seconds. NATS keys that you have when visiting a NISSAN
4. Repeat steps 2 and 3 again. dealer for service.
5. Start the engine.
6. Repeat the steps above until all possible inter-
ferences are eliminated.
If this procedure allows the engine to start, NISSAN
recommends placing the registered NATS key sepa-
rate from other devices to avoid interference.

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BACK DOOR
GUID-024607D4-DAF0-4850-9251-C15DC8955DAA
OPENING HOOD
GUID-E2773E78-51C8-45B7-B6C8-B152AF808F99 WARNING:
. Make sure the back door has been closed
securely to prevent it from opening while
driving.
. Do not drive with the back door open. This
could allow dangerous exhaust gases to be
drawn into the vehicle.

CAUTION:

JVP0058X
. Before opening the back door, be sure to
clear away snow, ice or dust that may be
1. Pull the hood lock release handle * 1 located stuck to the back door. If the back door is
below the instrument panel until the hood springs CAUTION: opened while materials are still stuck to it, it
up. may suddenly close again due to the weight
Before closing the hood, be sure to release the
of these materials.
2. Locate the lever * 2 in between the hood and support rod and store it in position. Otherwise,
push the lever sideways with your fingertips. the support rod will be damaged. . Always be sure to fully open the back door. If
it is not fully opened, it may suddenly shut.
3. Raise the hood *
3 .
. Be especially careful when opening the back
4. Remove the support rod *
4 and insert it into the
door in strong wind. The door could be
slot *
5 .
caught by a gust of wind and may close
Hold the coated parts * A when removing or suddenly.
resetting the support rod. Avoid direct contact
with the metal parts, as they may be hot
immediately after the engine has been stopped.

CLOSING HOOD
GUID-BF1C1017-F13A-42F0-BA94-57D4BCDCA2AC
1. While supporting the hood, return the support rod
to its original position.
2. Slowly lower the hood to about 20 to 30 cm (8 to
12 in) above the hood lock, then let it drop.
3. Make sure it is securely latched.
JVP0059X

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The back door can be unlocked by: . After closing the back door, be sure to check
CAUTION:
. Push the back door request switch (if equipped). that it has been closed securely. If the back
. *
The back door gas stays A are installed in (See “Intelligent Key system” (P.3-7).) door opens while the vehicle is being driven,
order to support the weight of the back door. this could result in a serious accident.
. Push the “UNLOCK” button on the Intelligent Key
In order to prevent the gas stays being
(if equipped). (See “Intelligent Key system” (P.3- To close the back door, hold the door grip *
A to pull
damaged or not operating properly, be sure
7).) down the door and then push it down securely.
to observe the following points.
. Push the “UNLOCK” button on the remote
— Do not insert hands or cords into the gas controller (if equipped). (See “Remote keyless BACK DOORGUID-848C9311-575B-429F-A2CB-2569289BADEC
RELEASE LEVER
*
stays A or apply any force to them entry system” (P.3-5).)
laterally.
. Push the power door lock switch to the “UN-
— Do not attach any adhesive foreign LOCK” position.
materials such as pieces of plastic or
*
stickers to the rod B portion. CLOSING BACK DOOR
GUID-32E32717-B19D-4B86-BAD2-DAF93C07D5C4

. Do not close the back door while holding the


gas stays or hang anything on them. Doing
so may lead to hands or arms becoming
trapped in the back door and could result in
an injury.
JVP0062X
OPENING BACK DOOR
GUID-7D15E425-43F6-416F-85FD-6125AE9AEE34 If the back door cannot be unlocked due to a
discharged battery, follow these steps.
1. Remove the cover inside of the back door with a
JVP0061X suitable tool.
2. Move the lever toward the direction *
A as
WARNING: illustrated to open the back door.
Contact a NISSAN dealer as soon as possible for
. Do not shut the back door with one hand and
repair.
the other hand remaining on the back door
or vehicle body. Doing so may lead to your
hand becoming trapped and could result in
JVP0060X an injury.
To open the back door, unlock it and push the back . When closing the back door, do not place
door opener switch *A . Pull up the back door to your hands near the edge of the back door.
open. Always be sure to close the back door from
the outside.

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FUEL FILLER LID STEERING WHEEL


GUID-33A73EC6-E3E9-4C09-B87E-45FC8F7A7C4B GUID-155DD79C-F9FA-4446-9C3C-658401D47962
FUEL FILLER GUID-4371145D-372C-44F1-B5AD-399F351B8DDD
CAP
WARNING: WARNING:
. Fuel is extremely flammable and highly Never adjust the steering wheel while driving so
explosive under certain conditions. You that full attention may be given to vehicle
could be burned or seriously injured if it is operation.
misused or mishandled. Always stop the
engine and do not smoke or allow open TILT OR TELESCOPIC OPERATION
GUID-31190639-F631-4E38-868B-A5A6D6912FB9
flames or sparks near the vehicle when
refueling.
. Fuel may be under pressure. Turn the cap a
half of a turn, and wait for any “hissing”
sound to stop to prevent fuel from spraying JVP0064X
out and possibly causing personal injury.
Then remove the cap. The fuel filler cap is a ratcheting type. Turn the cap
. Use only an original equipment type fuel counterclockwise * 1 to remove. Tighten the cap
filler cap as a replacement. It has a built-in clockwise * 2 until ratchet clicks, more than twice,

safety valve needed for proper operation of after refueling.


the fuel system and emission control sys- Put the fuel filler cap on the cap holder *
A while JVP0150X
tem. An incorrect cap can result in a serious refueling.
malfunction and possible injury. While pulling the lock lever up *
1 , adjust the steering
CAUTION: wheel up, down, forward or rearward * 2 until the
OPENING FUEL FILLER LID
GUID-70C53833-21DD-49A2-889E-5A3565B4D0C7
desired position is achieved.
If fuel is spilled on the vehicle body, flush it away
Push the lock lever down *
3 firmly to lock the steering
with water to avoid paint damage.
wheel in place.

SPA2336

To open the fuel filler lid, pull the fuel filler lid release
handle.

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MIRRORS
GUID-D5C9F9CE-0CC3-414E-BAB0-ACDD06428BD1
OUTSIDE REARVIEW MIRRORS Folding
WARNING: GUID-1CA29965-E808-4DBC-8766-482221B11AAC GUID-B72E02F0-F6CE-4952-A331-280DB1590690
Remote control GUID-9E14C2E6-2E9C-4731-980B-C45B899B977B
type:
Adjust the position of all mirrors before driving. WARNING:
Do not adjust the mirror positions while driving
. Never touch the outside rearview mirrors
so that full attention may be given to vehicle
while they are in motion. Doing so may pinch
operation.
your fingers or damage the mirror.
INSIDE REARVIEW MIRROR . Never drive the vehicle with the outside
GUID-70428961-428B-4E74-8FDB-B4B0BBD3C4C9
rearview mirrors folded. This reduces rear
While holding the inside rearview mirror, adjust the
view visibility and may lead to an accident.
mirror angles until the desired position is achieved.
. Objects viewed in the outside mirror are
closer than they appear (if equipped).
. The picture dimensions and distance in the
SPA1732A
outside mirrors are not real.
The outside rearview mirror remote control operates
Adjusting GUID-BA772B9A-BDEB-4A66-8B11-44E022F0FD05 when the ignition switch is in the “ACC” or “ON”
position.
The outside rearview mirrors automatically fold when
the outside rearview mirror folding switch is pushed to
the “CLOSE” position * 1 . To unfold, push to the
SPA2143 “OPEN” position * 2 .

Pull the adjusting lever *


1 when the glare from the CAUTION:
headlights of the vehicle behind you obstructs your
vision at night. . Continuously performing the fold/unfold
operation of the outside rearview mirror
Push the adjusting lever *
2 during the day for the best
may cause the switch to stop the operation.
rearward visibility. SPA2214
. Do not touch the mirrors while they are
The outside rearview mirror remote control operates moving. Your hand may be pinched, and the
when the ignition switch is in the “ACC” or “ON” mirror may malfunction.
position.
. Do not drive with the mirrors stored. You will
1. Move the switch to select the right *
1 or left *
2 be unable to see behind the vehicle.
mirror.
. If the mirrors were folded or unfolded by
2. Adjust each mirror by pushing the switch until the hand, there is a chance that the mirror will
desired position is achieved *
3 . move forward or backward during driving. If
the mirrors were folded or unfolded by hand,

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PARKING BRAKE
GUID-ABB97913-7F76-4D46-BF6E-5E27714E1F2C
be sure to adjust them again electrically turned off.
before driving. WARNING:
. Never drive the vehicle with the parking
Manual control type:
GUID-9E14C2E6-2E9C-4731-980B-C45B899B977B brake applied. The brake will overheat and
fail to operate and will lead to an accident.
. Never release the parking brake from out-
side the vehicle. If the vehicle moves, it will
be impossible to push the foot brake pedal
and will lead to an accident.
. Never use the shift lever in place of the
parking brake. When parking, be sure the
parking brake is fully applied.
. Never leave children or adults who would
SPA1829 normally require the support of others alone
in your vehicle. They could unknowingly
Fold the outside rearview mirror by pushing it toward release the parking brake and inadvertently
the rear of the vehicle. become involved in a serious accident.
VANITY MIRROR (if equipped)
GUID-3BBC66EB-AB23-4A75-833B-9562E91FEDD9

SPA2110

SPA2192 To apply the parking brake, pull the parking brake lever
To use the front vanity mirror, pull down the sun visor up *1 .

and pull up the cover. To release the parking brake, firmly depress and hold
the foot brake pedal. Pull up the parking brake lever
slightly, push the button * 2 and lower the lever
completely * 3 .

Before driving, be sure that the brake warning light has


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MEMO

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4 Heater and air conditioner, and audio system

Safety precautions ...................................................................................


.... 4-2 Audio system ........................................................................................
.... 4-11
Rearview Monitor (if equipped) ...........................................................
.... 4-2 Audio operation precautions ....................................................
.... 4-11
How to read the displayed lines ...................................................
.... 4-2 Antenna ..........................................................................................
.... 4-18
Difference between predictive and actual distances ............... .... 4-3 FM-AM radio with Compact Disc (CD) player .................... .... 4-19
How to adjust the screen ...............................................................
.... 4-4 FM-AM radio with Compact Disc (CD) player (with
Notes ....................................................................................................
.... 4-4 color display) ................................................................................
.... 4-22
Ventilators ..................................................................................................
.... 4-5 CD/USB memory care and cleaning ......................................
.... 4-27
Center ventilators ..............................................................................
.... 4-5 Audio control steering switch (if equipped) ......................... .... 4-28
Side ventilators ..................................................................................
.... 4-5 USB/AUX connector (models with navigation system) ..... .... 4-28
Rear ventilators (if equipped) ........................................................
.... 4-5 Car phone or CB radio ......................................................................
.... 4-29
Heater and air conditioner .... .................................................................... 4-6 Bluetooth® Hands-Free Phone System (if equipped) .... ............... 4-29
Operating tips (for automatic air conditioner) ........................... .... 4-6 Regulatory information ................................................................
.... 4-30
Manual air conditioner .....................................................................
.... 4-7 Using the system .........................................................................
.... 4-30
Automatic air conditioner ................................................................
.... 4-9
Servicing air conditioner .... .............................................................. 4-10

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SAFETY PRECAUTIONS REARVIEW MONITOR (if equipped)


GUID-10AFA7C1-CB91-4B5B-9BCE-890B3A9C63E0
GUID-EB68331A-AB52-4043-829E-CC3572EDA3B3
When the shift lever is shifted into the “R” (Reverse) shock.
WARNING: position, the monitor display shows a rearward view
. Do not strike the camera. It is a precision
from the vehicle.
. Do not adjust the heater and air conditioner instrument. Otherwise, it may malfunction or
controls or audio controls while driving so The system is designed as an aid to the driver in cause damage resulting in a fire or an
that full attention may be given to vehicle situations such as slot parking or parallel parking. electric shock.
operation. Designs and items displayed on the screen may vary
. If you noticed any foreign objects entering depending on the models. CAUTION:
the system hardware, spilled liquid on the Do not scratch the camera lens when cleaning
system, or noticed smoke or fumes coming WARNING:
dirt or snow from the lens.
out from the system, or any other unusual . The Rearview Monitor is a convenience but it
operation is observed, stop using the system is not a substitute to check behind the HOW TO READ THE DISPLAYED LINES
immediately and contact the nearest vehicle when backing up. The driver is
GUID-B9963594-2D85-4A0D-B298-9AF6F289A0F5

NISSAN dealer. Ignoring such conditions always responsible for safety during parking
may lead to an accident, fire or electric and other manoeuvres.
shock.
. Objects viewed in the Rearview Monitor
. Do not disassemble or modify this system. If differ from actual distance because a wide-
you do, it may lead to an accident, fire, or angle lens is used. Objects in the Rearview
electric shock. Monitor will appear visually opposite like
ones viewed in the inside and outside
CAUTION: mirrors.
Do not use the system when the engine is not . Make sure that the back door is securely
running for extended periods of time to prevent closed when backing up. SAA2776
battery discharge. . Underneath the bumper and the corner
Guide lines which indicate the vehicle width and
areas of the bumper cannot be viewed on
distances to objects with reference to the bumper line
the Rearview Monitor because of its mon-
itoring range limitation. *A are displayed on the monitor.

Distance guide lines:


. Do not put anything on the Rearview cam-
era. Indicate distances from the vehicle body.
. The Rearview camera is installed above the . Red line * 1 : approx. 0.5 m (1.5 ft)
license plate. . Yellow line *2 : approx. 1 m (3 ft)
. When washing the vehicle with high-pres- . Green line * 3 : approx. 2 m (7 ft)
sure water, be sure not to spray it around the . Green line * 4 : approx. 3 m (10 ft)
camera. Otherwise, water may enter the
camera unit causing water condensation on
the lens, a malfunction, fire or an electric

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Vehicle width guide lines *


5 : guide lines and the vehicle width guide lines are shown Note that any object on the hill is viewed in the monitor
Indicate the vehicle width when backing up. closer than the actual distance. For example, the closer than it appears.
display shows 1 m (3 ft) to the place * A , but the
NOTE: actual 1 m (3 ft) distance on the hill is the place *B . Backing up near a projecting object
GUID-8E93DA4C-AEC9-4DC0-A420-8A75BE0D107B

For models with navigation system, the guide Note that any object on the hill is viewed in the monitor
lines can be turned on and off by pushing the further than it appears.
CAMERA button.
Backing up onGUID-D3586A73-2C52-467E-94F4-7B1E64A7F1D5
a steep downhill
DIFFERENCE BETWEEN PREDICTIVE AND
ACTUAL DISTANCES
GUID-A2C84B41-3A67-489B-A2CE-15AA68709FD1

Backing up onGUID-61901F9C-7FA0-466D-B1D2-A606D5F7827C
a steep uphill

SAA3440

The vehicle may seem to nearly clear the object in the


display. However, the vehicle may hit the object if it
SAA1979 projects over the actual backing up course.

When backing up the vehicle down a hill, the distance


guide lines and the vehicle width guide lines are shown
SAA1978 further than the actual distance. For example, the
display shows 1 m (3 ft) to the place * A , but the
When backing up the vehicle up a hill, the distance actual 1 m (3 ft) distance on the hill is the place *B .

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Backing up behind a projecting object


GUID-817A4BD2-22EE-4EC4-B3D3-1D6955988858
HOW TO ADJUST THE SCREEN
GUID-509CFCEC-CEF2-42AA-B299-44572B217738
NOTES GUID-CDAC01D7-4D60-4ABD-AC33-DB65BFB27E34
Models with navigation system: . When the view is switched, the display images on
Guide lines: the screen may be displayed with some delay.
. When the temperature is extremely high or low,
Guide line display can be turned on and off by pushing
the screen may not clearly display objects. This is
the CAMERA button.
not a malfunction.
Display adjustments: . When strong light is directly coming on the
For operations to adjust the screen display settings camera, objects may not be displayed clearly.
including brightness, language, etc., see the separately This is not a malfunction.
provided NISSAN Connect Owner’s Manual. . Vertical lines may be seen in objects on the
Models without navigation system: screen. This is due to strong reflected light from
the bumper. This is not a malfunction.
Brightness, Contrast and Language of the messages
on the Rearview Monitor screen can be adjusted. . The screen may flicker under fluorescent light. This
is not a malfunction.
1. Push the ENTER/SETTING button while the
. The colors of objects on the Rearview Monitor may
Rearview Monitor screen is displayed. Each time
differ somewhat from the actual color of objects.
the ENTER/SETTING button is pushed, the next
This is not a malfunction.
setting item is selected.
. Objects on the monitor may not be clear in a dark
2. Turn the TUNE·FOLDER control knob to adjust the
environment. This is not a malfunction.
setting of the item.
. If dirt, rain or snow accumulates on the camera,
3. Push the ENTER/SETTING button to complete the Rearview Monitor may not display objects
the setting adjustment. clearly. Clean the camera.
4. Push ENTER/SETTING button again to select the . Do not use alcohol, benzine or thinner to clean the
JVH0418X next setting item. camera. This will cause discoloration. To clean the
Setting adjustment mode will end if the ENTER/ camera, wipe with a cloth dampened with diluted
The position * C is shown further than the position *
B
SETTING button is pushed while the last setting item mild cleaning agent and then wipe with a dry cloth.
in the display. However, the position *
C is actually at
is selected, if the BACK button is pushed or if the . Do not damage the camera as the monitor screen
the same distance as the position * A . The vehicle
screen is left without operation for some time. may be adversely affected.
may hit the object when backing up to the position *A
. Do not use wax on the camera window. Wipe off
if the object projects over the actual backing up
any wax with a clean cloth dampened with mild
course.
detergent diluted with water.

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VENTILATORS
GUID-561C1B64-A1BB-40F1-AA9E-F43C26FE3339

CENTER VENTILATORS SIDE VENTILATORS


GUID-284A8689-F07A-4411-B714-B69AB2B6DC80
REAR VENTILATORS (if equipped)
GUID-BD5C6473-4577-4142-8218-1FFB594E6FF7
GUID-C16C9225-3735-455F-AFF6-7C15D8857951

JVH0880X SAA0564B
JVH0293X
Open/close the ventilators by moving the control in Open/close the ventilators by moving the control to
Open/close the ventilators by moving the control in
either direction. either direction.
either direction.
: This symbol indicates that the ventilators are : This symbol indicates that the ventilators are
: This symbol indicates that the ventilators are closed. Moving the side control to this
closed. Moving the side control in this
closed. Moving the side control in this direction will close the ventilators. direction will close the ventilators.
direction will close the ventilators.
: This symbol indicates that the ventilators are : This symbol indicates that the ventilators are
: This symbol indicates that the ventilators are open. Moving the side control to this
open. Moving the side control in this
open. Moving the side control in this direction will open the ventilators.
direction will open the ventilators.
direction will open the ventilators.
Adjust the air flow direction of the ventilators by moving Adjust the air flow direction of the ventilators by moving
Adjust the air flow direction of the ventilators by moving
the center knob (up/down, left/right) until the preferred the center knob (up/down, left/right) until the desired
the center knob (up/down, left/right) until the preferred
position is achieved. position is achieved.
position is achieved.

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HEATER AND AIR CONDITIONER


GUID-D6D9F812-CB78-4FA4-ADF1-EACDF071310D
OPERATING TIPS (for automatic air condi- put anything on or around the sensors.
WARNING:
tioner) GUID-16DCCDD4-D69F-42A3-BE18-3ABDA970B57C
. Never leave children or adults who would
normally require the support of others alone
in the vehicle. Pets should not be left alone
either. They could unknowingly activate
switches or controls and inadvertently be-
come involved in a serious accident and
injure themselves. On hot, sunny days,
temperatures in a closed vehicle could
quickly become high enough to cause se-
vere or possibly fatal injuries to people or
animals.
JVH0067X
. Do not use the recirculation mode for long
periods as it may cause the interior air to
become stale and the windows to fog up.
. Do not adjust the heating and air condition-
ing controls while driving so that full atten-
tion may be given to vehicle operation.
The heater and air conditioner operate when the
engine is running. The air blower will operate even if
the engine is turned off and the ignition switch is in the
“ON” position.
NOTE: JVH0063X
. Odors from inside and outside the vehicle Left-Hand Drive (LHD) model*
can build up in the air conditioner unit. Odor *: The illustration is for the Left-Hand Drive (LHD)
can enter the passenger compartment model. For the Right-Hand Drive (RHD) model, the
through the vents. layout will be the opposite.
. When parking, set the heater and air condi- When the engine coolant temperature and outside air
tioner controls to turn off air recirculation to temperature are low, the air flow from the foot outlets
allow fresh air into the passenger compart- may not operate. However, this is not a malfunction.
ment. This should help reduce odors inside After the coolant temperature warms up, the air flow
the vehicle. from the foot outlets will operate normally.
The sensors *1 and * 2 , located on the instrument
panel, help maintain a constant temperature. Do not

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MANUAL AIR CONDITIONER A/C (Air Conditioner) operation:


GUID-9E14C2E6-2E9C-4731-980B-C45B899B977B
GUID-B9F02A01-7443-43F7-84EC-9EEBAFE5A528
Push the “A/C” button to turn on or off the air
conditioner. When the air conditioner is on, the “A/C”
indicator light on the button illuminates.
Temperature control:
GUID-9E14C2E6-2E9C-4731-980B-C45B899B977B
Turn the temperature control dial to set the desired
temperature. Turn the dial between the middle and the
right position to select the hot temperature. Turn the
dial between the middle and the left position to select
the cool temperature.

JVH0499X
Heater operation
GUID-ED0DE5AF-6692-440D-A937-F37C2F707C77
Heating: GUID-9E14C2E6-2E9C-4731-980B-C45B899B977B
1. Air intake lever (Outside air circulation “ ” Air flow control:GUID-9E14C2E6-2E9C-4731-980B-C45B899B977B
This mode is used to direct heated air to the foot
/Air recirculation “ ”) Turn the air flow control dial to change the air flow outlets.
2. Air flow control dial mode.
1. Move the air intake lever to the “ ” position for
3. Fan speed control “ ” dial
— Air flows from the center and side normal heating.
4. “A/C” (Air Conditioner) button ventilators.
2. Turn the air flow control dial to the “ ” position.
5. Temperature control dial — Air flows from the center and side
6. Rear defogger “ ” button (See “Defogger ventilators and foot outlets. 3. Turn the fan speed control “ ” dial to the
switch” (P.2-21).) desired position.
— Air flows mainly from the foot outlets.
To turn off the heater and air conditioner, turn the fan — Air flows from the front defogger and foot 4. Turn the temperature control dial to the desired
speed control “ ” dial to the “OFF” (0) position. outlets. position between the middle and the hot (right)
position.
— Air flows mainly from the front defogger
Controls GUID-3B92B3BB-498F-4734-93D4-D381D317DF19 outlets. Ventilation: GUID-9E14C2E6-2E9C-4731-980B-C45B899B977B
Outside air circulation: This mode directs outside air to the side and center
GUID-9E14C2E6-2E9C-4731-980B-C45B899B977B Fan speed control:GUID-9E14C2E6-2E9C-4731-980B-C45B899B977B
Move the air intake lever to the “ ” position. The air ventilators.
Turn the fan speed control “ ” dial clockwise to
flow is drawn from outside the vehicle. 1. Move the air intake lever to the “ ” position.
increase the fan speed.
Air recirculation:GUID-9E14C2E6-2E9C-4731-980B-C45B899B977B Turn the fan speed control “ ” dial counterclock- 2. Turn the air flow control dial to the “ ” position.
Move the air intake lever to the “ ” position. The air wise to decrease the fan speed. 3. Turn the fan speed control “ ” dial to the
flow is circulated inside the vehicle. desired position.
4. Turn the temperature control dial to the desired
position.

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Defrosting or defogging:
GUID-9E14C2E6-2E9C-4731-980B-C45B899B977B
Heating and defogging:
GUID-9E14C2E6-2E9C-4731-980B-C45B899B977B
Dehumidified heating:
GUID-9E14C2E6-2E9C-4731-980B-C45B899B977B
This mode directs the air to the defogger outlets to This mode heats the interior and defogs the windows. This mode is used to heat and dehumidify the air.
defrost/defog the windows. 1. Move the air intake lever to the “ ” position. 1. Move the air intake lever to the “ ” position.
1. Move the air intake lever to the “ ” position. 2. Turn the air flow control dial to the “ ” position. 2. Turn the air flow control dial to the “ ” position.
2. Turn the air flow control dial to the “ ” position. 3. Turn the fan speed control “ ” dial to the 3. Turn the fan speed control “ ” dial to the
3. Turn the fan speed control “ ” dial to the desired position. desired position.
desired position. 4. Turn the temperature control dial to the maximum 4. Push the “A/C” button on. (The “A/C” indicator
4. Turn the temperature control dial to the desired hot (right) position. light will illuminate.)
position between the middle and the hot (right) 5. Push the “A/C” button on. (The “A/C” indicator 5. Turn the temperature control dial to the desired
position. light will illuminate.) position between the middle and the hot (right)
. To remove frost from the outside surface of the position.
windshield quickly, turn the temperature control Air conditioner operation
GUID-D47C17DA-AC30-4F0E-ADA4-8C2DE01347BA
Dehumidified defogging:
dial to the maximum hot position and the fan The air conditioner system should be operated for GUID-9E14C2E6-2E9C-4731-980B-C45B899B977B

speed control “ ” dial to maximum position. approximately 10 minutes at least once a month. This This mode is used to defog the windows and
helps prevent damage to the air conditioner system dehumidify the air.
. If it is difficult to defog the windshield, turn the
“A/C” button on. due to the lack of lubrication. 1. Move the air intake lever to the “ ” position.
Bi-level heating:GUID-9E14C2E6-2E9C-4731-980B-C45B899B977B Cooling: 2. Turn the air flow control dial to the “ ” position.
GUID-9E14C2E6-2E9C-4731-980B-C45B899B977B
This mode directs cool air from the side and center This mode is used to cool and dehumidify the air. 3. Turn the fan speed control “ ” dial to the
ventilators and warm air from the foot outlets. When 1. Move the air intake lever to the “ ” position. desired position.
the temperature control dial is turned to the maximum 4. Push the “A/C” button on. (The “A/C” indicator
2. Turn the air flow control dial to the “ ” position.
hot or cool position, the air between the ventilators and light will illuminate.)
the foot outlets is the same temperature. 3. Turn the fan speed control “ ” dial to the
desired position. 5. Turn the temperature control dial to the desired
1. Move the air intake lever to the “ ” position. position.
4. Push the “A/C” button on. (The “A/C” indicator
2. Turn the air flow control dial to the “ ” position.
light will illuminate.)
3. Turn the fan speed control “ ” dial to the
5. Turn the temperature control dial to the desired
desired position.
position between the middle and the cool (left)
4. Turn the temperature control dial to the desired position.
position.
A visible mist may be seen coming from the ventilators
in hot, humid conditions as the air is cooled rapidly.
This does not indicate a malfunction.

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AUTOMATIC AIR CONDITIONER independently change the driver and passen-


GUID-EEDABBD4-5460-4E74-8DA6-F18F780C0A98 ger side temperatures with the corresponding
temperature control buttons (“ ” and
“ ”).
. To cancel the separate temperature setting,
push the “DUAL” button (the DUAL indicator
light will turn off) and the driver’s side
temperature setting will be applied to both
the driver and passenger sides.
4. Push either the outside air circulation “ ”
button or the air recirculation “ ” button (the
button with an indicator light illuminated) for
JVH0053X
approximately 2 seconds to switch to the auto-
matic air intake control mode (the indicator light
* The switch layout in the illustration is for the Left- Automatic operation (AUTO)
Hand Drive (LHD) model. For the Right-Hand Drive
GUID-3C1766E6-9820-4047-AC2F-476AFCB48C8B will blink twice).
The AUTO mode may be used year-round as the
(RHD) model, the switch layout will be the opposite. system automatically controls the air conditioner to a A visible mist may be seen coming from the ventilators
1. Temperature control buttons (driver side) constant temperature, air flow distribution and fan in hot, humid conditions as the air is cooled rapidly.
2. “ ” rear defogger button (See “Defogger speed after the desired temperature is set manually. This does not indicate a malfunction.
switch” (P.2-21).) To turn the heater and air conditioner on or off, push Heating (A/C off):GUID-9E14C2E6-2E9C-4731-980B-C45B899B977B
3. “ ” front defogger button the “ON·OFF” button. 1. Push the “AUTO” button (the AUTO indicator light
4. Display screen will illuminate).
Cooling and dehumidified heating:
GUID-9E14C2E6-2E9C-4731-980B-C45B899B977B
5. “ ” Air recirculation button 2. If the “A/C indicator light is illuminated, push the
1. Push the “AUTO” button (the AUTO indicator light
6. “ ” Outside air circulation button will illuminate). “A/C” button (the A/C indicator light will turn off).
7. Temperature control buttons (passenger side) 3. Push the temperature control buttons (“ ” and
2. If the A/C indicator light is not illuminated, push
8. “ON·OFF” button the “A/C” button (the A/C indicator light will “ ”) to set the desired temperature.
9. “AUTO” button illuminate). . When the DUAL indicator light is not illumi-
10. “ ” fan speed control button nated, pushing the “AUTO” button (the AUTO
3. Push the temperature control buttons (“ ” and
11. “MODE” button indicator light will illuminate) changes both the
“ ”) to set the desired temperature.
12. “A/C” (Air Conditioner) button driver and passenger side temperature.
. When the DUAL indicator light is not illumi-
. When the DUAL indicator light is not illumi-
13. “DUAL” zone control ON/OFF button nated, pushing the “AUTO” button (the AUTO
nated, pushing the “DUAL” button (the DUAL
indicator light will illuminate) changes both the
indicator light will illuminate) allows the user to
driver and passenger side temperature.
independently change the driver and passen-
. When the DUAL indicator light is not illumi-
ger side temperatures with the corresponding
nated, pushing the “DUAL” button (the DUAL temperature control buttons (“ ” and
indicator light will illuminate) allows the user to
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“ ”). Manual operation


GUID-7294676B-E045-4948-9356-7E8823822C9D
. To cancel the separate temperature setting, push
. To cancel the separate temperature setting, The manual mode can be used to control the heater the “DUAL” button (the DUAL indicator light will
push the “DUAL” button (the DUAL indicator and air conditioner to your desired settings. turn off) and the driver’s side temperature setting
light will turn off) and the driver’s side will be applied to both the driver and passenger
To turn off the heater and air conditioner, push the sides.
temperature setting will be applied to both
“ON·OFF” button.
the driver and passenger sides. Outside air circulation:
GUID-9E14C2E6-2E9C-4731-980B-C45B899B977B
. Do not set the temperature lower than the outside Fan speed control:GUID-9E14C2E6-2E9C-4731-980B-C45B899B977B Push the outside air circulation button to draw the air
air temperature. Doing so may cause the tem- Push the fan speed control “ ” button ( + side or − flow from outside the vehicle. (The “ ” indicator
perature to not be controlled properly. side) to manually control the fan speed. light will illuminate.)
. If the windows fog up, use dehumidified heating Push the “AUTO” button to change the fan speed to
Air recirculation:GUID-9E14C2E6-2E9C-4731-980B-C45B899B977B
instead of the A/C off heating. the automatic mode.
Push the air recirculation button to circulate the air flow
Dehumidified defrosting/defogging:
GUID-9E14C2E6-2E9C-4731-980B-C45B899B977B
Air flow control:GUID-9E14C2E6-2E9C-4731-980B-C45B899B977B inside the vehicle. (The “ ” indicator light will
1. Push the front defogger “ ” button (the “ ” Push the “MODE” button to select the desired mode: illuminate.)
indicator light will illuminate).
— Air flows from the center and side Automatic air intake control:
GUID-9E14C2E6-2E9C-4731-980B-C45B899B977B
2. Push the temperature control buttons (“ ” and ventilators. Push either the outside air circulation “ ” or the air
“ ”) to set the desired temperature. — Air flows from the center and side recirculation “ ” button (the button with an
. To quickly remove frost from the outside surface of ventilators and foot outlets. indicator light illuminated) for approximately 2 seconds.
the windshield, set the temperature control and — Air flows mainly from the foot outlets The “ ” and “ ” indicator lights will blink twice,
the fan speed to the maximum levels. — Air flows from the front defogger outlets and the air intake will then be controlled automatically.
. After the windshield is cleared, push the “AUTO” and foot outlets. When the automatic control is set, the system
button again (the AUTO indicator light will turn automatically alternates between the outside air
Temperature control: circulation “ ” and the air recirculation “ ”
off). GUID-9E14C2E6-2E9C-4731-980B-C45B899B977B

. When the front defogger “ ” button is pushed, Push the temperature control buttons (“ ” and modes (the indicator light of the active mode will
the air conditioner will automatically turn on to “ ”) to set the desired temperature. illuminate).
defog the windshield if the outside temperature is . When the DUAL indicator light is not illuminated,
pushing the “AUTO” button (the AUTO indicator
SERVICING AIR CONDITIONER
above -2 8C. If the air recirculation mode is turned GUID-A358679E-16A8-4C30-82BD-E71957911A2C

on at the time, the ventilation will change from the light will illuminate) changes both the driver and
passenger side temperature.
WARNING:
air recirculation mode to the outside air circulation
mode to improve the defogging performance. . When the DUAL indicator light is not illuminated, The air conditioner system contains refrigerant
Do not set the temperature too low when the front pushing the “DUAL” button (the DUAL indicator under high pressure. To avoid personal injury,
defogger mode is on (the “ ” indicator light is light will illuminate) allows the user to indepen- any air conditioner service should be done only
illuminated), because doing so may fog up the dently change the driver and passenger side by an experienced technician with the proper
windshield. temperatures with the corresponding temperature equipment.
control buttons (“ ” and “ ”).
The air conditioner system in your vehicle is charged
with a refrigerant designed with the environment in

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AUDIO SYSTEM
GUID-CCFAECDB-BC93-44CD-9D95-5827181DFAD8
mind. AUDIO OPERATION PRECAUTIONS
GUID-FF66CA17-020A-4205-81A4-DB987BF13DDD
This refrigerant will not harm the earth’s ozone
layer. However, it may contribute in a small part to WARNING:
global warming.
Do not adjust the audio system while driving so
Special charging equipment and lubricant are required that full attention may be given to vehicle
when servicing your vehicle’s air conditioner. Using operation.
improper refrigerants or lubricants will cause severe
damage to the air conditioner system. (See “Air Radio GUID-0B22E016-C5A2-4BB7-945F-32ABB0463B62
conditioner system refrigerant and lubricant” (P.9-5).)
. Radio reception is affected by station signal
A NISSAN dealer will be able to service your strength, distance from radio transmitter, build-
environmentally friendly air conditioner system. ings, bridges, mountains and other external
influences. Intermittent changes in reception
Air conditioner filter
GUID-598DCD57-C75B-4CC2-896D-998308A85BC5 quality normally are caused by these external
The air conditioner system is equipped with an air influences.
conditioner filter which collects dust. To make sure the
. Using a cellular phone in or near the vehicle may
air conditioner heats defogs, and ventilates efficiently,
influence radio reception quality.
replace the filter in accordance with the specified
maintenance intervals listed in the separate mainte- Compact DiscGUID-98ECA5CC-50DD-4E69-97E6-07A6CF8348FC
(CD) player
nance booklet. To replace the filter, contact a NISSAN
. During cold weather or rainy days, the player may
dealer.
malfunction due to the humidity. If this occurs,
The filter should be replaced if the air flow decreases remove the CD from CD player and dehumidify or
significantly or if windows fog up easily when operating ventilate the player completely.
the heater or air conditioner. . The player may skip while driving on rough roads. SAA0480
. The CD player sometimes may not function when . Do not use the following CDs as they may cause
the passenger compartment temperature is ex- the CD player to malfunction.
tremely high. Lower the temperature before use.
— 8 cm (3.1 in) discs
. Do not expose the CD to direct sunlight.
— CDs that are not round
. CDs that are of poor quality, or are dirty,
— CDs with a paper label
scratched, covered with fingerprints, or that have
pin holes may not work properly. — CDs that are warped, scratched or have
unusual edges.
. The following CDs may not work properly.
— CD lens cleaner discs
— Copy control compact discs (CCCD)
. This audio system can only play prerecorded CDs.
— Recordable compact discs (CD-R)
It has no capabilities to record or burn CDs.
— Rewritable compact discs (CD-RW)

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. If the CD cannot be played, one of the following Notes for iPod use:
CAUTION:
messages will be displayed. iPod is a trademark of Apple Inc., registered in the U.S.
. Do not force the USB device into the USB and other countries.
Error CD: GUID-9E14C2E6-2E9C-4731-980B-C45B899B977B port. Inserting the USB device tilted or up-
. Confirm that the CD is inserted correctly (the label side-down into the port may damage the . Improperly plugging in the iPod may cause a
side is facing up, etc.). port. Make sure that the USB device is checkmark to be displayed on and off (flickering).
. Confirm that the CD is not bent or warped and it is connected correctly into the USB port. Always make sure that the iPod is connected
free of scratches. properly.
. Do not grab the USB port cover (if equipped)
. Confirm that the disc is a CD and not a DVD. . An iPod nano (1st Generation) may remain in fast
when pulling the USB device out of the port.
. Confirm that the disc contains audio files. forward or rewind mode if it is connected during a
This could damage the port and the cover.
seek operation. In this case, please manually reset
Eject CD: GUID-9E14C2E6-2E9C-4731-980B-C45B899B977B
. Do not leave the USB cable in a place where the iPod.
This is a malfunction due to the temperature inside the it can be pulled unintentionally. Pulling the . An iPod nano (2nd Generation) will continue to
player is too high. Remove the CD by pushing the cable may damage the port. fast-forward or rewind if it is disconnected during
EJECT button, and after a short time reinsert the CD. The vehicle is not equipped with a USB device. USB a seek operation.
The CD can be played when the temperature of the devices should be purchased separately as necessary. . An incorrect song title may appear when the Play
player returns to normal. Mode is changed while using an iPod nano (2nd
This system cannot be used to format USB devices. To
Generation)
WARNING: format a USB device, use a personal computer.
. Audiobooks may not play in the same order as
In some states/area, the USB device for the front seats they appear on an iPod.
Do not adjust the audio system while driving. plays only sound without images for regulatory
. Large video files cause slow responses in an iPod.
The audio system operates when the ignition switch is reasons, even when the vehicle is parked.
The vehicle center display may momentarily black
in the “ACC” or “ON” position. If you want to listen to This system supports various USB memory devices, out, but will soon recover.
the radio or CD while the engine is not running, turn USB hard drives and iPod players. Some USB devices . If an iPod automatically selects large video files
the ignition switch to the “ACC” position. Do not use may not be supported by this system. while in the shuffle mode, the vehicle center
for an extended period of time with the engine . Partitioned USB devices may not be played display may momentarily black out, but will soon
stopped. correctly. recover.
USB (Universal Serial Bus) (if equipped) . Some characters used in other languages (Chi-
GUID-C9263E7B-31BF-4CE4-BACA-6A31CCA69271
nese, Japanese, etc.) are not displayed properly Compact Disc/USB memory with MP3 or
on display. Using English language characters WMA (if equipped)
WARNING: GUID-CD96BDCB-91CE-4EBD-989E-265CB8B6578E
with a USB device is recommended. Terms: GUID-9E14C2E6-2E9C-4731-980B-C45B899B977B
Do not connect, disconnect or operate the USB General notes for USB use: . MP3 — MP3 is short for Moving Pictures Experts
device while driving. Doing so can be a distrac-
Refer to your device manufacturer’s owner information Group Audio Layer 3. MP3 is the most well known
tion. If distracted you could lose control of your
regarding the proper use and care of the device. compressed digital audio file format. This format
vehicle and cause an accident or serious injury.
allows for near “CD quality” sound, but at a
fraction of the size of normal audio files. MP3
conversion of an audio track from CD can reduce

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the file size by approximately 10:1 ratio Sampling: Playback order: GUID-9E14C2E6-2E9C-4731-980B-C45B899B977B
44.1 kHz, Bit rate: 128 kbps) with virtually no
perceptible loss in quality. MP3 compression
removes the redundant and irrelevant parts of a
sound signal that the human ear doesn’t hear.
. WMA — Windows Media Audio (WMA)* is a
compressed audio format created by Microsoft as
an alternative to MP3. The WMA codec offers
greater file compression than the MP3 codec,
enabling storage of more digital audio tracks in the
same amount of space when compared to MP3s
at the same level of quality.
. Bit rate — Bit rate denotes the number of bits per
second used by a digital music files. The size and
quality of a compressed digital audio file is
determined by the bit rate used when encoding
the file.
. Sampling frequency — Sampling frequency is the
rate at which the samples of a signal are converted
from analog to digital (A/D conversion) per
second.
. Multisession — Multisession is one of the methods
for writing data to media. Writing data once to the
media is called a single session, and writing more
than once is called a multisession. SAA2494
. ID3/WMA Tag — The ID3/WMA tag is the part of
Music playback order of the CD with MP3 or WMA is
the encoded MP3 or WMA file that contains
as illustrated above.
information about the digital music file such as
song title, artist, album title, encoding bit rate, . The names of folders not containing MP3/WMA
track time duration, etc. ID3 tag information is files are not shown in the display.
displayed on the Album/Artist/Track title line on . If there is a file in the top level of the disc, “Root” is
the display. displayed.
* Windows® and Windows Media® are registered . The playback order is the order in which the files
trademarks and/or trademarks of Microsoft Corpora- were written by the writing software, so the files
tion in the United States of America and/or other might not be played in the desired order.
countries.

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Specification chart (models without color display):


GUID-9E14C2E6-2E9C-4731-980B-C45B899B977B

Supported media CD, CD-R, CD-RW


ISO9660 LEVEL1, ISO9660 LEVEL2, Romeo, Joliet
* ISO9660 Level 3 (packet writing) is not supported.
Supported file systems
* Files saved using the Live File System Component (on a Windows Vista-based computer)
are not supported.
Version MPEG1, MPEG2, MPEG2.5
MP3 Sampling frequency 8 kHz - 48 kHz
Bit rate 8 kbps - 320 kbps, VBR*4
Supported versions*1
Version WMA7, WMA8, WMA9 (except WMA9 Pro, WMA9 Lossless, WMA9 Voice)
WMA*3 Sampling frequency 32 kHz - 48 kHz
Bit rate 32 kbps - 192 kbps, VBR*4
ID3 tag VER1.0, VER1.1, VER2.2, VER2.3, VER2.4 (MP3 only)
Tag information (Song title and Artist name)
WMA tag (WMA only)
Folder levels Folder levels: 8, Folders:255 (including root folder), files: 512
01: ASCII, 02: ISO-8859-1, 03: UNICODE (UTF-16 BOM Big Endian), 04: UNICODE
Displayable character codes*2 (UTF-16 Non-BOM Big Endian), 05: UNICODE (UTF-8), 06: UNICODE (Non-UTF-16
BOM Little Endian)
*1 Files created with a combination of 48 kHz sampling frequency and 64 kbps bit rate cannot be played.
*2 Available codes depend on what kind of media, versions and information are going to be displayed.
*3 Protected WMA files (DRM) cannot be played.
*4 When VBR files are played, the playback time may not be displayed correctly. WMA7 and WMA8 are not applied to VBR.

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Specification chart (models with color display):


GUID-9E14C2E6-2E9C-4731-980B-C45B899B977B

Supported media CD, CD-R, CD-RW, USB2.0


CD, CD-R, CD-RW: ISO9660 LEVEL1, ISO9660 LEVEL2, Romeo, Joliet
* ISO9660 Level 3 (packet writing) is not supported.
Supported file systems * Files saved using the Live File System component (on a Windows Vista-based computer) are
not supported.
USB memory: FAT16, FAT32
Version MPEG1 Audio Layer 3
MP3 Sampling frequency 8 kHz - 48 kHz
Bit rate 8 kbps - 320 kbps, VBR*4
Supported versions*1
Version WMA7, WMA8, WMA9
WMA*2 Sampling frequency 32 kHz - 48 kHz
Bit rate 32 kbps - 192 kbps, VBR*4
ID3 tag VER1.0, VER1.1, VER2.2, VER2.3, VER2.4 (MP3 only)
Tag information (Song title and Artist name)
WMA tag (WMA only)
CD, CD-R, CD-RW Folder levels: 8, Folders and files: 999 (Max. 255 files for one folder)
Folder levels Folder levels: 8, Folders 255, Files: 2500 (Max. 255 files for one folder)
USB
Memory size: 4GB
01: ASCII, 02: ISO-8859-1, 03: UNICODE (UTF-16 BOM Big Endian), 04: UNICODE (UTF-16
Displayable character codes*3 Non-BOM Big Endian), 05: UNICODE (UTF-8), 06: UNICODE (Non-UTF-16 BOM Little
Endian), 07: SHIFT-JIS
*1 Files created with a combination of 48 kHz sampling frequency and 64 kbps bit rate cannot be played.
*2 Protected WMA files (DRM) cannot be played.
*3 Available codes depend on what kind of media, versions and information are going to be displayed.
*4 When VBR files are played, the playback time may not be displayed correctly.

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Troubleshooting guide (models without color display):


GUID-9E14C2E6-2E9C-4731-980B-C45B899B977B

Symptom Cause and Countermeasure


Check if the disc was inserted correctly.
Check if the disc is scratched or dirty.
Check if there is condensation inside the player, and if there is, wait until the condensation is gone (about 1 hour) before using the
player.
If there is a temperature increase error, the CD player will play correctly after it returns to the normal temperature.
If there is a mixture of music CD files (CD-DA data) and MP3/WMA/AAC files on a CD, only the music CD files (CD-DA data) will be
Cannot play played.
Files with extensions other than “.MP3”, “.WMA”, “.mp3” or “.wma” cannot be played. In addition, the character codes and number of
characters for folder names and file names should be in compliance with the specifications.
Check if the disc or the file is generated in an irregular format. This may occur depending on the variation or the setting of MP3/WMA
writing applications or other text editing applications.
Check if the finalisation process, such as session close and disc close, is done for the disc.
Check if the disc is protected by copyright.
Poor sound quality Check if the disc is scratched or dirty.
It takes a relatively long time before
If there are many folder or file levels on the MP3/WMA disc, some time may be required before the music starts playing.
the music starts playing.
The writing software and hardware combination might not match, or the writing speed, writing depth, writing width, etc., might not
Music cuts off or skips
match the specifications. Try using the slowest writing speed.
Skipping with high bit rate files Skipping may occur with large quantities of data, such as for high bit rate data.
Move immediately to the next song When a non-MP3/WMA file has been given an extension of “.MP3”, “.WMA”, “.mp3” or “.wma” or when play is prohibited by
when playing. copyright protection, the player will skip to the next song.
The songs do not play back in the The playback order is the order in which the files were written by the writing software, so the files might not play in the desired order.
desired order.

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Troubleshooting guide (model with color display):


GUID-9E14C2E6-2E9C-4731-980B-C45B899B977B

Symptom Cause and Countermeasure


Check if the disc or USB device was inserted correctly.
Check if the disc is scratched or dirty.
Check if there is condensation inside the player, and if there is, wait until the condensation is gone (about 1 hour) before
using the player.
If there is a temperature increase error, the player will play correctly after it returns to the normal temperature.
If there is a mixture of music CD files (CD-DA data) and compressed audio files on a CD, only the music CD files (CD-DA
Cannot play data) will be played.
Files with extensions other than “.MP3 (.mp3)” or “.WMA (.wma)” cannot be played. In addition, the character codes and
number of characters for folder names and file names should be in compliance with the specifications.
Check if the disc or the file is generated in an irregular format. This may occur depending on the variation or the setting of
compressed audio writing applications or other text editing applications.
Check if the finalization process, such as session close and disc close, is done for the disc.
Check if the disc or USB device is protected by copyright.
Poor sound quality Check if the disc is scratched or dirty.
It takes a relatively long time before the music If there are many folder or file levels on the disc or USB device, some time may be required before the music starts
starts playing. playing.
The writing software and hardware combination might not match, or the writing speed, writing depth, writing width, etc.,
Music cuts off or skips
might not match the specifications. Try using the slowest writing speed.
Skipping with high bit rate files Skipping may occur with large quantities of data, such as for high bit rate data.
If an unsupported compressed audio file has been given a supported extension like .MP3, or when play is prohibited by
Move immediately to the next song when playing.
copyright protection, the player will skip to the next song.
The playback order is the order in which the files were written by the writing software, so the files might not play in the
The songs do not play back in the desired order. desired order.
Random/Shuffle may be active on the audio system or on a USB device.

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ANTENNA GUID-5594B0A7-2298-4DAF-B984-1C023A577F5E
Removing antenna
GUID-AF071DE0-A955-4539-B053-F5E8A4F3C594
You can remove the antenna if necessary.
Hold the bottom of the antenna and remove by turning
counterclockwise.
To install the antenna, turn the antenna clockwise and
tighten.

SAA1834

Adjust the antenna angle for the best reception.

CAUTION:
Be sure that antenna is removed before the
vehicle enters an automatic car wash.

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FM-AM RADIO WITH COMPACT DISC (CD) PLAYER Audio main operation
GUID-FF9B23C7-C1D9-4522-B9C1-E91B3696951F
GUID-383F18A5-23D3-4216-8157-B74B41A1CE89
The audio system operates when the ignition switch is
in the “ACC” or “ON” position.
POWER ON/OFF: GUID-9E14C2E6-2E9C-4731-980B-C45B899B977B
To turn on the audio system, push the VOL/Power
button.
. The system will turn on in the mode (radio or CD)
which was used immediately before the system
was turned off.
. If no CD is loaded, the radio will be turned on.
To turn on and off the audio system, push the VOL/
Power button.
Volume control:GUID-9E14C2E6-2E9C-4731-980B-C45B899B977B
To control the volume, turn the VOL/Power button.
Turn the VOL/Power button clockwise to increase the
volume.
Turn the VOL/Power button counterclockwise to
decrease the volume.
Adjusting soundGUID-9E14C2E6-2E9C-4731-980B-C45B899B977B
preference:
1. To adjust the sound settings, push the TUNE·-
FOLDER/MENU button until the item (Bass,
Treble, Balance, Fade, Spd sen Vol (speed
sensitive volume) or AUX IN Volume) to be
JVH0333X
adjusted is displayed.
1. SEEK/TRACK/Rewind button 9. VOL (Volume)/Power button 2. Turn the TUNE·FOLDER/MENU button to adjust
2. SEEK/TRACK/Fast Forward button 10. FM button the settings.
3. CD EJECT button 11. AM button When no action is taken for 5 seconds, the display will
4. Display 12. CD button automatically return to the original mode.
5. Radio memory buttons 13. AUX (Auxiliary) button
6. SCAN button 14. AUX (Auxiliary) IN jack
7. DISP (Display) button 15. TUNE·FOLDER/MENU button
8. RPT (Repeat)·RDM (Random) button

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Clock setting: GUID-9E14C2E6-2E9C-4731-980B-C45B899B977B Radio operation


GUID-13A472C1-417E-4046-AABD-E47CCD538998
*
1 *
2 *
3 *
4 *5 * 6 Radio memory buttons:
GUID-9E14C2E6-2E9C-4731-980B-C45B899B977B
Turning the clock ON/OFF: The audio system operates when the ignition switch is The audio system can store up to 12 FM station
1. Push the TUNE·FOLDER/MENU button until in the “ACC” or “ON” position. frequencies (for FM1 and FM2) and 6 AM station
“Clock: ON” or “Clock: OFF” is displayed. frequencies.
2. Turn the TUNE·FOLDER/MENU button to toggle / FM/AM buttons: During radio reception, pushing the radio memory
GUID-9E14C2E6-2E9C-4731-980B-C45B899B977B button for less than 1.5 seconds will play the stored
between “Clock: ON” and “Clock: OFF”. When the / button is pushed while the audio radio station.
Adjusting the clock: system is off, the audio system will turn on and the
radio will turn on. To store the station frequency manually:
1. Turn on the clock.
When the / button is pushed while another 1. Tune to the desired broadcasting station fre-
2. Push the TUNE·FOLDER/MENU button until quency using the buttons.
“Adjust Clock: No” is displayed. audio source is playing, the other audio source will turn
off and the radio will turn on. 2. Push and hold one of the radio memory buttons
3. Turn the TUNE·FOLDER/MENU button until “Ad-
just Clock: Yes” is displayed. To change the radio bands (FM1, FM2, or AM), push *
1 - *
6 until a beep sounds.
the / buttons. 3. The frequency of the selected channel will appear
4. Adjust the hour digits by turning the TUNE·- on the display when the memory is stored
FOLDER/MENU button while the digits are flash- TUNE·FOLDER/MENU button:
GUID-9E14C2E6-2E9C-4731-980B-C45B899B977B properly.
ing and “Change Hour” is displayed. When adjusting the broadcasting station frequency
manually, turn the TUNE·FOLDER/MENU button until 4. Perform steps 1 - 3 for all other memory buttons.
5. Push TUNE·FOLDER/MENU button. Adjust the
minutes by turning the TUNE·FOLDER/MENU the preferred frequency is achieved. CD player operation
GUID-8F2143D0-16A1-4ACF-95FC-4B6DCF54F1C8
button while the digits are flashing and “Change
Loading:
Minute” is displayed. SEEK/TRACK buttons: GUID-9E14C2E6-2E9C-4731-980B-C45B899B977B
GUID-9E14C2E6-2E9C-4731-980B-C45B899B977B Insert a CD into the slot with the label side facing up.
When no action is taken for 5 seconds, the display will To adjust the broadcasting station frequency auto- The CD will be guided automatically into the slot and
automatically return to the original mode. matically, push and release the or button. will start playing. After the disc is loaded, track
When the system detects a broadcasting station, it will information will appear on the display.
AUX button: stop at the station.
GUID-9E14C2E6-2E9C-4731-980B-C45B899B977B
The AUX IN jack is located on the audio unit. The Detected stations are skipped while or CAUTION:
IN audio input jack accepts any standard analog audio button is pushed and held.
Do not force the CD into the slot. This could
input such as from a portable cassette tape player, CD damage the player.
player, digital audio player or laptop computer. SCAN button:
GUID-9E14C2E6-2E9C-4731-980B-C45B899B977B
Push the AUX button to play a compatible device when When the button is pushed, the system will seek CD button:
it is plugged into the AUX IN jack. and stop at the detected broadcasting station for 5 GUID-9E14C2E6-2E9C-4731-980B-C45B899B977B
NISSAN strongly recommends using a stereo mini seconds, and then it will start to seek for the next When the button is pushed while a CD is loaded,
plug cable when connecting your music device to the broadcasting station. the CD will start playing.
audio system. Music may not play properly when a Push the button in this 5-second period to stop
monaural cable is used. seeking.

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DISP button: RPT·RANDOM button: CD EJECT button:


GUID-9E14C2E6-2E9C-4731-980B-C45B899B977B GUID-9E14C2E6-2E9C-4731-980B-C45B899B977B GUID-9E14C2E6-2E9C-4731-980B-C45B899B977B
When the is pushed while a CD with title When the button is pushed while a CD is playing, The CD in the unit will be ejected when the button
information is playing, the information text on the the play mode will change as follows: is pushed. If the CD is not removed and left ejected in
display will change as follows: CD: the unit for 20 seconds, it will be reloaded into the slot
CD: for protection.
DISC REPEAT ? TRACK REPEAT ? DISC RAN-
Track time ? Album Title ? Artist Name ? Song Title DOM ? DISC REPEAT
? Track time CD with MP3/WMA:
CD with MP3/WMA: DISC REPEAT ? FOLDER REPEAT ? TRACK
Track time ? Folder Title ? Album Title ? Artist Name REPEAT ? DISC RANDOM ? FOLDER RANDOM
? Song Title ? Track time ? DISC REPEAT
DISC REPEAT:
SEEK/TRACK (Rewind/Fast For- All the tracks on the selected CD will play repeatedly in
ward) buttons: sequential order.
GUID-9E14C2E6-2E9C-4731-980B-C45B899B977B
Fast forward/Rewind: FOLDER REPEAT (CD with MP3 or WMA only):
Push and hold the or button for more than All the tracks in the selected folder will play repeatedly
1.5 seconds to fast forward or rewind through the in sequential order.
track. Release the button to play the CD at normal
TRACK REPEAT:
speed.
The selected track will play repeatedly.
Track up/down:
DISC RANDOM:
To play the next track, push the Fast Forward button for
less than 1.5 seconds while a CD is playing. All the tracks on the selected CD will play in random
order.
To play the previous track, push the Rewind button for
less than 1.5 seconds within 2 seconds after the FOLDER RANDOM (CD with MP3 or WMA only):
current track started playing. To return to the beginning All the tracks in the selected folder will play repeatedly
of the current track, push the Rewind button for less in random order.
than 1.5 seconds after 2 seconds from when the
current track started playing. SCAN button:
GUID-9E14C2E6-2E9C-4731-980B-C45B899B977B
TUNE·FOLDER/MENU button (CD with MP3/
When the button is pushed while a CD is being
WMA): GUID-9E14C2E6-2E9C-4731-980B-C45B899B977B played, the first 10 seconds of all the tracks will be
To skip to the next folder, turn the TUNE·FOLDER/ played.
MENU button.
When the button is pushed again, the CD will
To skip to the next or previous track within the folder, return to the regular play mode.
push button.
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FM-AM RADIO WITH COMPACT DISC (CD) PLAYER (with color display) 17. TUNE·FOLDER control knob
GUID-1BA79115-B2B8-43DD-B5B9-252764988FEF 18. ENTER/SETTING button

JVH0298X

1. AUX (Auxiliary) button 9. SCAN tuning button


2. FM·AM band select button 10. SEEK/TRACK/Fast Forward button
3. CD EJECT button 11. BACK button
4. CD button 12. PWR (power) button/VOL (volume) control knob
5. DISP (display) button 13. RPT (repeat) button
6. Color display 14. RDM (random) button
7. iPod MENU button 15. Radio station preset select buttons
8. SEEK/TRACK/Rewind button 16. AUX (Auxiliary) IN jack

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Audio main operation


GUID-1AAF68DA-BD5F-49DD-BB10-110C903AEED1
. AUX Vol. 24 hour clock is not available.
Head unit: Controls the volume level of incoming sound when . On-Screen Clock
GUID-9E14C2E6-2E9C-4731-980B-C45B899B977B
an auxiliary device is connected to the system. When this item is turned on, a clock is always
The auto loudness circuit enhances the low and high Choose a setting between 1 and 3 or choose 0 to displayed in the upper right corner of the screen.
frequency ranges automatically in both radio reception disable the feature entirely.
and CD playback. Select the “On-Screen Clock” using the TUNE·-
. Brightness and Contrast FOLDER control knob and then push the ENTER/
PWR/Volume control:
GUID-9E14C2E6-2E9C-4731-980B-C45B899B977B Adjust the brightness and contrast of the screen. SETTING button. You can toggle between ON
Place the ignition switch in the ACC or ON position, Select the “brightness” or “contrast” using the and OFF using the TUNE·FOLDER control knob.
and then push the PWR button while the system is off TUNE·FOLDER control knob and then push the . RDS Display (if equipped)
to turn on the last audio source, which was playing ENTER/SETTING button. Turn the TUNE·FOLDER RDS (radio data system) information can be
immediately before the system was turned off. While control knob to adjust the brightness and contrast shown on the display. Select “RDS Display” using
the system is on, pushing the PWR button turns the of the screen to the preferred level. the TUNE·FOLDER control knob and then push
system off. . Clock Adjust the ENTER/SETTING button. You can toggle
Turn the VOL control knob to adjust the volume. Adjust the clock according to the following between ON and OFF using the TUNE·FOLDER
procedure. control knob.
SETTING: . iPod Menu language
GUID-9E14C2E6-2E9C-4731-980B-C45B899B977B
The iPod menu language can be changed.
The settings screen will appear when pushing the
ENTER/SETTING button. Select “iPod menu language” using the TUNE·-
FOLDER control knob and then push the ENTER/
The following items are available in the settings screen. SETTING button. Use the TUNE·FOLDER control
. Bass, Treble, Balance and Fade knob to select the preferred language.
Controls the sound of the audio system. Balance
adjusts the sound between the left and right DISP:
speakers. Fade adjusts the sound between the GUID-9E14C2E6-2E9C-4731-980B-C45B899B977B

front and rear speakers. Display of the screen can be canceled by pushing the
DISP button. You can then listen to music that is being
Select the “Bass”, “Treble”, “Balance” or “Fade” JVH0306X
played back. If you want to display the screen again,
using the TUNE·FOLDER control knob and then
1) Select “Clock Adjust” using the TUNE·- either push the DISP button once more or push the
push the ENTER/SETTING button. Turn the
TUNE·FOLDER control knob to adjust the Bass, FOLDER control knob * 1 and then push FM·AM or AUX button.
Treble, balance and Fade of the screen to the the ENTER/SETTING button * 2 .
AUX IN jack: GUID-9E14C2E6-2E9C-4731-980B-C45B899B977B
preferred level. 2) Adjust the hour with the TUNE·FOLDER The AUX IN jack is located on the audio unit. The AUX
. Speed Sens Vol. control knob *
1 and then push the ENTER/
IN audio input jack accepts any standard analog audio
SETTING button * 2 .
input such as from a portable cassette tape/CD player,
To change the Speed Sensitive Volume (Speed
Sens Vol.) level from off (0) to 5, turn the 3) Adjust the minute with the TUNE·FOLDER MP3 player or laptop computer.
TUNE·FOLDER control knob. control knob *
1 and then push the ENTER/
NISSAN strongly recommends using a stereo mini
SETTING button * 2 .
plug cable when connecting your music device to the

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audio system. Music may not play properly when a CD player operation
monaural cable is used. SEEK tuning: GUID-EB9ABA6A-DBDF-49C5-B823-0C6BB6DEB75E
GUID-9E14C2E6-2E9C-4731-980B-C45B899B977B Place the ignition switch in the ACC or ON position
Push the or button to tune from low to high and insert the Compact Disc (CD) into the slot with the
AUX: or high to low frequencies and to stop at the next label side facing up. The CD will be guided auto-
GUID-9E14C2E6-2E9C-4731-980B-C45B899B977B broadcasting station. matically into the slot and start playing.
Pushing the AUX button will switch the displays as
follows: After loading the CD, the number of tracks on the CD
SCAN tuning: and the play time will appear on the display.
iPod/USB ? AUX ? iPod/USB GUID-9E14C2E6-2E9C-4731-980B-C45B899B977B
Push the SCAN tuning button to tune from low to high If the radio is already operating, it will automatically turn
When the AUX button is pushed with no device
frequencies and stop at each broadcasting station for off and the CD will play.
plugged into the jack, the audio system does not
5 seconds. Pushing the button again during this 5 If the system has been turned off while the CD was
change to the AUX mode.
seconds period will stop SCAN tuning and the radio playing, pushing the PWR button will start the CD.
Radio operation will remain tuned to that station.
GUID-052683ED-ECB9-4FCE-BC7E-0E89F3482F7B
If the SCAN tuning button is not pushed within 5 PLAY:
radio (FM/AM) band select: seconds, SCAN tuning moves to the next station. GUID-9E14C2E6-2E9C-4731-980B-C45B899B977B
GUID-9E14C2E6-2E9C-4731-980B-C45B899B977B When the CD button is pushed with the system off and
Pushing the radio band select button will change the to Station memory operations:
GUID-9E14C2E6-2E9C-4731-980B-C45B899B977B the CD loaded, the system will turn on and the CD will
band as follows: 12 stations can be set for the FM band (6 each for start to play.
AM ? FM1 ? FM2 ? AM FM1 and FM2) and 6 stations can be set for the AM When the CD button is pushed with the CD loaded
band. and the radio playing, the radio will automatically be
TUNE (Tuning): GUID-9E14C2E6-2E9C-4731-980B-C45B899B977B
1. Choose the radio band using the radio band turned off and the CD will start to play.
Turn the radio TUNE·FOLDER control knob for manual select button.
tuning.
2. Tune to the desired station using the SEEK·- Next/Previous Track and Fast
Radio Data System (RDS) (if equipped):
GUID-9E14C2E6-2E9C-4731-980B-C45B899B977B TRACK, SCAN button or the radio TUNE·- Forward/Rewind:
GUID-9E14C2E6-2E9C-4731-980B-C45B899B977B
RDS stands for Radio Data System, and is a data FOLDER control knob.
information service transmitted by some radio stations When the or button is pushed for more than
3. Push and hold the desired station preset button 1.5 seconds while the CD is being played, the CD will
on the FM band (not AM band) encoded within a to until the radio mutes.
regular radio broadcast. Currently, most RDS stations play while fast forwarding or rewinding. When the
are in large cities, but many stations are now 4. The station indicator will then come on and the button is released, the CD will return to normal play
considering broadcasting RDS data. sound will resume. Memorizing is now complete. speed.

RDS can display: 5. Other buttons can be set in the same manner. When the or button is pushed for less than
If the battery cable is disconnected, or if the fuse 1.5 seconds while the CD is being played, the next
. Station name, such as “The Groove”. track or the beginning of the current track on the CD
opens, the radio memory will be erased. In that case,
. Music or programming type such as “Classical”, will be played.
reset the desired stations.
“Country” or “Rock”.

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USB memory GUID-56A06FF1-C36F-444C-AD16-78BD4A8A6FAF


operation . Do not grab the USB port cover (if equipped)
REPEAT (RPT): when pulling the USB device out of the port.
GUID-9E14C2E6-2E9C-4731-980B-C45B899B977B
When the RPT button is pushed while the CD is This could damage the port and the cover.
played, the play pattern can be changed as follows: . Do not leave the USB cable in a place where
(CD) it can be pulled unintentionally. Pulling the
cable may damage the port.
Normal Û 1 Track Repeat
(CD with compressed audio files) Refer to your device manufacturer’s owner information
regarding the proper use and care of the device.
Normal ? 1 Folder Repeat ? 1 Track Repeat ?
Normal
PLAY:
GUID-9E14C2E6-2E9C-4731-980B-C45B899B977B
RANDOM (RDM): JVH0299X When the AUX button is pushed with the system off
GUID-9E14C2E6-2E9C-4731-980B-C45B899B977B
and the USB memory inserted, the system will turn on.
When the RDM button is pushed while a CD is being Audio main operation:
played, the play pattern can be changed as follows: GUID-9E14C2E6-2E9C-4731-980B-C45B899B977B If another audio source is playing and a USB memory
The USB outlet connector is located in the center is inserted, push the AUX button repeatedly until the
(CD) console. Open the lid and connect a USB memory as center display changes to the USB memory mode.
Normal Û 1 Disc Random illustrated.
(CD with compressed audio files) If the system has been turned off while the USB Next/Previous File and Fast For-
Normal ? 1 Disc Random ? 1 Folder Random ? memory was playing, pushing the PWR button will ward/Rewind:
start the USB memory. GUID-9E14C2E6-2E9C-4731-980B-C45B899B977B
Normal When the or button is pushed for more than
1.5 seconds while a USB memory is being played, the
WARNING:
CD EJECT: USB memory will play while forwarding or rewinding.
GUID-9E14C2E6-2E9C-4731-980B-C45B899B977B
Do not connect, disconnect or operate the USB When the button is released, the USB memory will
When the CD EJECT button is pushed with the CD
device while driving. Doing so can be a distrac- return to normal play speed.
loaded, the CD will be ejected.
tion. If distracted you could lose control of your When the or button is pushed for less than
When this button is pushed while the CD is being vehicle and cause an accident or serious injury. 1.5 seconds while the USB memory is being played,
played, the CD will be ejected.
the next track or the beginning of the current track on
If the CD comes out and is not removed, it will be CAUTION: the USB memory will be played.
pulled back into the slot to protect it.
. Do not force the USB device into the USB Folder selection:GUID-9E14C2E6-2E9C-4731-980B-C45B899B977B
port. Inserting the USB device tilted or up- To change to another folder in the USB memory, turn
side-down into the port may damage the the TUNE·FOLDER control knob.
port. Make sure that the USB device is
connected correctly into the USB port.

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Connecting iPod: GUID-9E14C2E6-2E9C-4731-980B-C45B899B977B


Compatibility: GUID-9E14C2E6-2E9C-4731-980B-C45B899B977B
REPEAT (RPT):
GUID-9E14C2E6-2E9C-4731-980B-C45B899B977B The USB outlet connector is located in the center The following models are compatible:
When the RPT button is pushed while the USB console. Open the lid and connect the iPod cable to . Third generation iPhone (Firmware version
memory is played, the play pattern can be change as the USB connector. The battery of the iPod is charged IOS4/4.0)
follows. while the connection to the vehicle.
. Fourth generation iPhone (Firmware version
To change the play mode, push the RPT button Depending on the version of the iPod, the display on IOS4/4.0)
repeatedly and the mode will change as follows. the iPod shows a NISSAN or Accessory Attached . Fifth generation iPod (Firmware version 1.3 )
Normal ? 1 Folder Repeat ? 1 Track Repeat ? screen when the connection is completed. When the
. First generation iPod Classic (Firmware version
Normal iPod is connected to the vehicle, the iPod music library
1.1.1 or 1.1.2PC)
can only be operated by the vehicle audio controls.
. Second generation iPod Classic (Firmware ver-
RANDOM (RDM): * iPod and iPhone are a trademark of Apple Inc., sion 2.0.1 )
GUID-9E14C2E6-2E9C-4731-980B-C45B899B977B registered in the U.S. and other countries.
When the RDM button is pushed while a USB memory . First generation iPod touch (Firmware version
is being played, the play pattern can be changed as 1.1.5 or 2.2.1)
WARNING:
follows. . Second and third generation iPod touch (Firm-
Do not connect, disconnect or operate the USB ware version 2.2.1 or IOS4/4.0.0)
To change the play mode, push the RDM button
device while driving. Doing so can be a distrac- . First generation iPod nano (Firmware version
repeatedly, and the mode will change as follows.
tion. If distracted you could lose control of your 1.3.1)
Normal ? All Random ? 1 Folder Random ? Normal vehicle and cause an accident or serious injury. . Second generation iPod nano (Firmware version
1.1.3)
BACK: CAUTION:
GUID-9E14C2E6-2E9C-4731-980B-C45B899B977B . Third generation iPod nano (Firmware version
When the BACK button is pushed, it returns to the 1.1.2PC or 1.1.3PC)
. Do not force the USB device into the USB
previous display. port. Inserting the USB device tilted or up- . Fourth generation iPod nano (Firmware version
side-down into the port may damage the 1.0.2 or 1.0.4)
iPod player operation
GUID-52F770B4-BC4B-4EF3-B2D6-6CCCEE424259 . Fifth generation iPod nano (Firmware version 1.0.1
port. Make sure that the USB device is
connected correctly into the USB port. or 1.0.2)
. Do not grab the USB port cover (if equipped) The iPod touch may not response quickly with the
when pulling the USB device out of the port. system in some cases.
This could damage the port and the cover. Make sure that the iPod firmware is updated.
. Do not leave the USB cable in a place where Audio main operation:
GUID-9E14C2E6-2E9C-4731-980B-C45B899B977B
it can be pulled unintentionally. Pulling the Place the ignition switch to the ACC or ON position.
cable may damage the port. Then, push the AUX button repeatedly to switch to the
Refer to your device manufacturer’s owner information iPod mode.
regarding the proper use and care of the device. If the system has been turned off while the iPod was
JVH0300X playing, pushing the PWR button will start the iPod.

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CD/USB MEMORY CARE AND CLEANING


iPod MENU: Next/Previous Track and Fast GUID-A5D47549-D687-4866-BD7E-D9DE42CFED28
GUID-9E14C2E6-2E9C-4731-980B-C45B899B977B
Forward/Rewind: CD
Place the ignition switch in the ACC or ON position. GUID-9E14C2E6-2E9C-4731-980B-C45B899B977B GUID-8B3BCAC4-3ED5-42E8-AE4C-4C946E3DA09B
Then, push the iPod MENU button to switch to the When the or button is pushed for more than
iPod mode. 1.5 seconds while the iPod is playing, the iPod will play
If another audio source is playing and the iPod is while fast forwarding or rewinding. When the button is
connected, pushing the iPod MENU button changes to released, the iPod will return to the normal play speed.
the iPod mode. When the or button is pushed for less than
If the system has been turned off while the iPod was 1.5 seconds while the iPod is playing, the next track or
playing, pushing the PWR button will start the iPod. the beginning of the current track on the iPod will be
played.
When the iPod MENU button is pushed while the iPod
is connected, the interface for iPod operation is shown
on the audio display. The items on the menu list can be REPEAT (RPT):
GUID-9E14C2E6-2E9C-4731-980B-C45B899B977B SAA0451
scrolled by pushing the or while the iPod is When the RPT button is pushed while a track is being
operational. To select an item, push ENTER. Items in played, the play pattern can be changed as follows: . Handle a disc by its edges. Never touch the
the iPod menu appear on the display in the following surface of the disc. Do not bend the disc.
Repeat Off ? 1 Track Repeat? All Repeat ? Repeat
order. . Always place the discs in the storage case when
Off
. Now playing they are not being used.
. Playlists . To clean a disc, wipe the surface from the center
RANDOM (RDM):
. Artists GUID-9E14C2E6-2E9C-4731-980B-C45B899B977B to the outer edge using a clean, soft cloth. Do not
When the RDM button is pushed while a track is being wipe the disc using a circular motion.
. Albums
played, the play pattern can be changed as follows: Do not use a conventional record cleaner or
. songs
Shuffle Off ? Track Shuffle ? Albums Shuffle ? alcohol intended for industrial use.
. Podcasts
Shuffle Off . A new disc may be rough on the inner and outer
. Genres edges. Remove the rough edges by rubbing the
. Composers inner and outer edges with the side of a pen or
BACK:
. Audiobooks GUID-9E14C2E6-2E9C-4731-980B-C45B899B977B pencil as illustrated.
. Shuffle songs The display will return to the previous screen.
USB memory GUID-6B07A410-900E-4BAE-8419-4C5C6E298DEA
(if equipped)
. Play mode
. Do not touch the terminal portion of the USB
For more information about each item, see the iPod
memory.
Owner’s Manual.
. Do not place heavy objects on the USB memory.
. Do not store the USB memory in highly humid
locations.

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. Do not expose the USB memory to direct sunlight. Seek tuning (radio):
GUID-9E14C2E6-2E9C-4731-980B-C45B899B977B USB/AUX CONNECTOR (models with navi-
. Do not spill any liquids on the USB memory. Push up/down the tuning switch or for more gation system)GUID-3393C35B-8B96-45BB-AC59-1087D0FDFD42
Refer to the USB memory Owner’s Manual for the than 1.5 seconds to seek the next or previous radio
details. station.

AUDIO CONTROL STEERING SWITCH (if APS (Automatic Program Search) FF, APS REW
equipped) (CD): GUID-9E14C2E6-2E9C-4731-980B-C45B899B977B
GUID-5340BAAA-8CC3-4555-AF7F-9768B8069B2A
Push up/down the tuning switch or for less
than 1.5 seconds to return to the beginning of the
present program or skip to the next program. Push
several times to skip back or skip through programs.
iPod (if equipped):
GUID-9E14C2E6-2E9C-4731-980B-C45B899B977B
. Tilting up/down for less than 1.5 seconds will JVH0546X
increase or decrease the track number.
The USB/AUX connector is located in the center
USB (if equipped):
GUID-9E14C2E6-2E9C-4731-980B-C45B899B977B console.
. Tilting up/down for less than 1.5 seconds will
For details, see the separately provided NISSAN
increase or decrease the track number.
JVH0868X Connect Owner’s Manual.
. Tilting up/down for more than 1.5 seconds will
1. Tuning switch increase/decrease the folder number.
2. Source select switch
3. Volume control switch
Volume controlGUID-15379E76-6BE7-42B2-A4FD-2912DF4C5182
switch
Push + or - side of the volume control switch to
The audio system can be operated using the controls
increase or decrease the volume.
on the steering wheel.

Source selectGUID-58DEF7BE-F407-4C23-B805-4B323BB3BC7A
switch
Push the source select switch to change the mode to
available audio source.

Tuning switch GUID-B1DAD262-2878-4A9E-9791-C65B618574D4


Memory changeGUID-9E14C2E6-2E9C-4731-980B-C45B899B977B
(radio):
Push up/down the tuning switch or for less
than 1.5 seconds to change the radio frequency.

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Bluetooth® HANDS-FREE PHONE


CAR PHONE OR CB RADIO
SYSTEM (if equipped)
GUID-2B6EF082-07D8-462B-801C-3763A80129DC GUID-AF850075-D090-42DF-93FD-FCBA44A16888
When installing a CB, ham radio or a car phone in your *This system is for models without navigation technology, you can make or receive a telephone call
vehicle, be sure to observe the following cautions, system. with your cellular phone in your pocket.
otherwise the new equipment may adversely affect the For models with navigation system, refer to the Once your cellular phone is paired to the in-vehicle
Engine Control System and other electronic parts. NISSAN Connect Owner’s Manual. phone module, no phone connecting procedure is
required. Your phone is automatically connected with
CAUTION: WARNING: the in-vehicle phone module when the ignition switch
. Keep the antenna as far away as possible is placed in the “ON” position with the registered
. Use a phone after stopping your vehicle in a
from the Electronic Control Module. cellular phone turned on and carried in the vehicle.
safe location. If you have to use a phone
. Keep the antenna wire at least 20 cm (8 in) while driving, exercise extreme caution at all You can register up to 5 different Bluetooth® cellular
away from the Engine Control harnesses. Do times so full attention may be given to phones in the in-vehicle phone module. However, you
not route the antenna wire next to any vehicle operation. can talk on only one cellular phone at a time.
harnesses. . If you find yourself unable to devote full When a call is active, the audio system and
. Adjust the antenna standing wave ratio as attention to vehicle operation while talking microphone (located near the map light) are used for
recommended by the manufacturer. on the phone, pull off the road to a safe the handsfree communications.
. Connect the ground wire from the radio location and stop your vehicle before doing If the audio system is being used at the time, the audio
chassis to the body. so. mode will mute and will stay muted until the active call
is ended.
. For details, consult a NISSAN dealer.
CAUTION: Before using the Bluetooth ® Hands-Free Phone
To avoid draining the vehicle battery, use a System, refer to the following notes.
phone after starting the engine. . Set up the wireless connection between a cellular
phone and the in-vehicle phone module before
NOTE: using the Bluetooth® Hands-Free Phone System.
Wireless LAN (Wi-Fi) and the Bluetooth® func- . Some Bluetooth® enabled cellular phones may not
tions share the same frequency band (2.4 GHz). be recognized by the in-vehicle phone module.
Using the Bluetooth® and the wireless LAN . You will not be able to use a hands-free phone
functions at the same time may slow down or under the following conditions:
disconnect communication and cause undesired — Your vehicle is outside of the telephone service
noise. It is recommended that you turn off the area.
wireless LAN (Wi-Fi) when using the Bluetooth® — Your vehicle is in an area where it is difficult to
functions. receive radio waves; such as in a tunnel, in an
Your vehicle is equipped with Bluetooth® Hands-Free underground parking garage, behind a tall
Phone System. If you are an owner of a Bluetooth® building or in a mountainous area.
enabled cellular phone, you can set up the wireless — Your cellular phone is locked in order not to be
connection between your cellular phone and the in- dialed.
vehicle phone module. With Bluetooth® wireless

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. When the radio wave condition is not ideal or . This wireless hands free car kit is based on
ambient sound is too loud, it may be difficult to Bluetooth® technology,
hear the other person’s voice during a call. — Frequency: 2402 MHz - 2480 MHz
. Immediately after the ignition switch is placed in — Output Power: 4.14 dBm E.I.R.P
the “ON” position, it may be impossible to receive — Modulation: FHSS GFSK 8DPSK, p/4DQPSK
a call for a short period of time.
— Number of Channel: 79
. Do not place the cellular phone in an area
— This wireless equipment can’t be used for any
surrounded by metal or far away from the in-
services related to safety because there is the
vehicle phone module to prevent tone quality
possibility of radio interference.
degradation and wireless connection disruption.
. While a cellular phone is connected through the REGULATORY INFORMATION
GUID-9FDBF6EE-C1BB-4404-B495-7BDAAB6669B3
JVH0304X
Bluetooth® wireless connection, the battery power ®
of the cellular phone may discharge quicker than Bluetooth trademark
GUID-2FEF272A-DB9E-4802-8181-0E8BCC82C578
1. PHONE SEND button
usual. Bluetooth® is a trademark owned 2. PHONE END button
. If the Bluetooth® Hands-Free Phone System by Bluetooth SIG, Inc. and li- Microphone:
seems to be malfunctioning, please contact a censed to Visteon Corporation.
Microphone is located near the map light.
NISSAN dealer. CE statement GUID-C2A810EB-9B90-48E1-B44E-47B1B9E24FFC The NISSAN Voice Recognition system allows hands-
. Some cellular phones or other devices may cause
Hereby “Yangfeng Visteon Automotive Electronics Co., free operation of the Bluetooth® Hands- Free Phone
interference or a buzzing noise to come from the
Ltd.” declares that this Bluetooth car kit is in System.
audio system speakers. Storing the device in a
compliance with the essential requirements and other If the vehicle is in motion, some commands may not be
different location may reduce or eliminate the
relevant provisions of Directive 1999/5/EC. available so full attention may be given to vehicle
noise.
. Refer to the cellular phone Owner’s Manual operation.
regarding the telephone pairing procedure spe- Setup
NSY0105 GUID-304EE107-C4F0-4AF4-9D0E-04083E545116
cific to your phone, battery charging, cellular
phone antenna, etc. Choosing a language:
GUID-9E14C2E6-2E9C-4731-980B-C45B899B977B
USING THE SYSTEM You can interact with the Bluetooth® Hands- Free
. The antenna display on the monitor will not GUID-05B0D9E0-38C8-4CEE-ACED-9E2E3B464C67

coincide with the antenna display of some cellular Buttons: Phone System using English, Arabic, Mandarin,
phones. Russian or Korean. To change the language, perform
. Keep the interior of the vehicle as quiet as the following.
possible to hear the caller’s voice clearly as well 1. Push and hold the PHONE SEND button for
as to minimize its echoes. more than 5 seconds.
. If reception between callers is unclear, adjusting 2. The system announces: “Press the PHONE END
the incoming or outgoing call volume may improve ( ) button to select a different language.”
the clarity.

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3. Push the PHONE END button. Registering an additional phone:


GUID-9E14C2E6-2E9C-4731-980B-C45B899B977B
4. Push the PHONE SEND button to complete
4. The system announces the current language and You can register up to 5 different Bluetooth® cellular the selection.
gives you the option to change the language. Push phones in the in-vehicle phone module. However, you Deleting a registered phone:
GUID-9E14C2E6-2E9C-4731-980B-C45B899B977B
the SEEK ~/! button to select a different can talk on only one cellular phone at a time.
1. Push the PHONE SEND button and SEEK
language. 1. Push the PHONE SEND button and SEEK / button to select “Connect Phone”, and
NOTE: / button to select “Connect Phone”, and then push the PHONE SEND button.
You must push the PHONE SEND then push the PHONE SEND button.
2. Push the SEEK / button to select
button or the PHONE END button within 2. Push the SEEK / button to select “Add “Delete Phone”, and then push the PHONE SEND
5 seconds to change the language. Phone”, and then push the PHONE SEND button.
5. If you decide not to change the language, do not button.
3. Push the SEEK / button. Each time the
push either button. After 5 seconds, the VR 3. The system asks you to initiate pairing from your button is operated, the system announces the
session will end, and the language will not be Bluetooth® cellular phone and enter a PIN code name of the phones. Select the phone you wish to
changed. for pairing the phone. Operate it to enter the code delete.
“1234”.
Pairing procedure: 4. When the system asks if you want to delete, push
GUID-9E14C2E6-2E9C-4731-980B-C45B899B977B
The pairing procedure of the cellular phone varies the PHONE SEND button. To cancel the
1. Push the PHONE SEND button. The system
according to each cellular phone manufacturer. deletion, push the PHONE END button.
asks you to pair a new phone.
See the cellular phone Owner’s Manual for details.
2. Initiate pairing from the cellular phone and enter a 5. The system asks you to confirm the deletion. To
4. After the prompt “Please say a name for the delete the desired phone, push the PHONE
PIN code for pairing your Bluetooth® cellular
phone.” by the system, say a name for the phone. SEND button again.
phone. Operate it to enter the code “1234”.
If the name is too long, it will not be fully
The code is always “1234” regardless of the registered. NOTE:
number of phones paired. The pairing procedure When you delete a phone, the associated
5. The system will inform you that the cellular phone
of the cellular phone varies according to each phonebook for the phone will also be deleted.
is successfully registered.
cellular phone manufacturer. See the cellular
Bluetooth® on/off:
phone Owner’s Manual for details. Selecting a registered phone:
GUID-9E14C2E6-2E9C-4731-980B-C45B899B977B
GUID-9E14C2E6-2E9C-4731-980B-C45B899B977B
1. Push the PHONE SEND button until the
3. After the prompt “Please say a name for the 1. Push the PHONE SEND button and SEEK
system announces “Settings menu”.
phone.” by the system, say a name for the phone. / button to select “Connect Phone”, and
If the name is too long, it will not be fully then push the PHONE SEND button. 2. Push the SEEK / button to select Blue-
registered. tooth® on or off.
2. Push the SEEK / button to select “Select
4. The system will inform you that the cellular phone Phone”, and then push the PHONE SEND 3. To turn on/off the Bluetooth® hands-free phone
is successfully registered. button. system, push the PHONE SEND button.
3. Push the SEEK / button. Each time the When Bluetooth® is off, you will not be able to make or
button is operated, the system announces the receive calls by the hands-free mode. Also, you will not
names of the phones. Select the phone you wish have access to the phonebook.
to use.

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Phonebook GUID-2DCD5B53-F29E-4E98-97B0-68BEB8DB6900
Delete: GUID-9E14C2E6-2E9C-4731-980B-C45B899B977B
Redial: GUID-9E14C2E6-2E9C-4731-980B-C45B899B977B
The phonebook stores up to 40 names for each phone This function is not available while driving. 1. Push the PHONE SEND button and SEEK
paired with the system. 1. Push the PHONE SEND button and SEEK / button to select “CALL”, and then push
/ button to select “PHONEBOOK”, and the PHONE SEND button.
NOTE:
then push the PHONE SEND button. 2. Push the SEEK / button to select
Each phone has its own separate phonebook. “Redial”, and then push the PHONE SEND
2. Push the SEEK / button to select
You cannot access Phone A’s phonebook if you button.
“Delete Entry”, and then push the PHONE SEND
are currently connected with Phone B.
button. 3. Push the PHONE SEND button, and then
New entry: GUID-9E14C2E6-2E9C-4731-980B-C45B899B977B the system begins the call.
3. Push the SEEK / button and choose the
This function is not available while driving.
phonebook entry you wish to delete. Bluetooth® cellular phone keypad:
GUID-9E14C2E6-2E9C-4731-980B-C45B899B977B
1. Push the PHONE SEND button and SEEK
4. When the system asks if you want to delete the You can also make a call by operating the cellular
/ button to select “PHONEBOOK”, and
contact, push the PHONE SEND button. To phone that is registered to the in-vehicle phone module
then push the PHONE SEND button.
cancel the deletion, push the PHONE END to use the hands-free phone system.
2. Push the SEEK / button to select button.
“Transfer Entry”, and then push the PHONE SEND Ending a call: GUID-9E14C2E6-2E9C-4731-980B-C45B899B977B
5. The system asks you to confirm the deletion.
button. Push the PHONE END button on the steering
6. To delete the desired contact, push the PHONE wheel or the off button on the cellular phone.
3. When the system says “Please transfer the phone
SEND button again.
number from your handset.”, operate your cellular Receiving or rejecting a call
phone to send the phonebook to the system. 7. Push the PHONE SEND button to continue GUID-D77FB421-02D1-4FDC-A50B-B708B0BEBD81
the deletion or push the PHONE END button When you hear the ring tone, push the PHONE SEND
The memory sending procedure from the Blue- button on the steering wheel.
to finish the phone mode.
tooth® cellular phone varies according to each
cellular phone manufacturer. See the cellular If you do not wish to answer the call when you hear the
Making a call GUID-B1B742B9-8265-4A16-B2AD-B568DD0498DE ring tone, push the PHONE END button.
phone Owner’s Manual for more details.
Phonebook: GUID-9E14C2E6-2E9C-4731-980B-C45B899B977B
4. When prompted by the system, say the name that Transferring a GUID-96D77C04-3C21-42CE-879C-5BF921EE570D
call
1. Push the PHONE SEND button and SEEK
you would like to give for the new entry. During a call, push the PHONE SEND button to
/ button to select “CALL”, and then push
Speak in a natural voice without pausing between the PHONE SEND button. switch the call from the Bluetooth® Hands-Free Phone
words. System to the cellular phone when privacy is desired.
2. Push the SEEK / button to select “List
5. When the system requires you to repeat the name, Name”, and then push the PHONE SEND Push the PHONE SEND button again to return to
say the name again. button. the hands-free mode.
6. Push the PHONE SEND button to continue 3. Push the SEEK / button, and choose the Some Bluetooth® cellular phones may not be able to
the entry, or push the PHONE END button to phonebook entry you wish to call. The system return to the hands-free mode. Refer to the cellular
finish the phone mode. acknowledges the name and begins the call. phone Owner’s Manual for information about recon-
nection.
Once the ignition switch is placed in the “OFF”
position and the “ON” position again, the system will
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automatically change to the hands-free mode as a


default setting.

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MEMO

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5 Starting and driving

Break-in schedule ....................................................................................


.... 5-2 Vehicle Dynamic Control (VDC) system (if equipped) .............. .... 5-14
Before starting engine ............................................................................
.... 5-2 Vehicle Dynamic Control (VDC) off switch .......................... .... 5-15
Precautions when starting and driving ...............................................
.... 5-2 Cruise control (if equipped) ..............................................................
.... 5-16
Exhaust gas (carbon monoxide) ....................................................
.... 5-3 Precautions on cruise control ..................................................
.... 5-16
Three-way catalyst ............................................................................
.... 5-3 Cruise control operations ..........................................................
.... 5-16
Care when driving ...................................................................................
.... 5-4 Parking ....................................................................................................
.... 5-17
Engine cold start period ..................................................................
.... 5-4 Sonar (parking sensor) system (if equipped) ............................... .... 5-19
Loading luggage .... ............................................................................... 5-4 Trailer towing (except for Australia and New Zealand) ............. .... 5-20
Driving in wet conditions .... ................................................................ 5-4 Trailer towing (for Australia and New Zealand) ........................... .... 5-20
Driving in winter conditions ............................................................
.... 5-4 Operating precautions ...............................................................
.... 5-20
Ignition switch (model without Intelligent Key system) .................. .... 5-4 Maximum load limits ....................................................................
.... 5-20
Continuously variable transmission (CVT) ..................................
.... 5-4 Tire pressure .................................................................................
.... 5-21
Manual transmission (MT) .... .............................................................. 5-4 Safety chains ................................................................................
.... 5-21
Steering lock ......................................................................................
.... 5-5 Trailer brakes ................................................................................
.... 5-21
Key positions ......................................................................................
.... 5-5 Trailer detection (if equipped) ..................................................
.... 5-21
Push-button ignition switch (model with Intelligent Electric power steering system ........................................................
.... 5-22
Key system) ...............................................................................................
.... 5-5 Brake system ........................................................................................
.... 5-22
Precautions on push-button ignition switch operation .... ........... 5-5 Brake precautions .......................................................................
.... 5-22
Intelligent Key system ......................................................................
.... 5-5 Brake assist (if equipped) .........................................................
.... 5-23
Steering lock ......................................................................................
.... 5-6 Anti-lock Braking System (ABS) (if equipped) .... ................... 5-23
Ignition switch positions ..................................................................
.... 5-6 Vehicle security .....................................................................................
.... 5-24
Intelligent Key battery discharge ...................................................
.... 5-7 Cold weather driving ...........................................................................
.... 5-24
Starting engine (model without Intelligent Key system) ................ .... 5-8 Battery ............................................................................................
.... 5-25
Starting engine (model with Intelligent Key system) ...................... .... 5-8 Engine coolant .............................................................................
.... 5-25
Driving vehicle ..........................................................................................
.... 5-9 Tire equipment .............................................................................
.... 5-25
Driving with Continuously Variable Transmission (CVT) ......... .... 5-9 Special winter equipment ..........................................................
.... 5-25
Driving with manual transmission (MT) ....................................
.... 5-13 Parking brake ................................................................................
.... 5-25
Corrosion protection ...................................................................
.... 5-25

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PRECAUTIONS WHEN STARTING


BREAK-IN SCHEDULE BEFORE STARTING ENGINE
AND DRIVING
GUID-E8B3C646-A778-4313-AF16-0B6BA360E60C GUID-31CD6104-0310-4DC0-AF37-02F08BEF2110
GUID-41CA11C8-A71B-431A-9816-BFD8BE3B85AC
During the first 1,600 km (1,000 miles), follow these
WARNING: WARNING:
recommendations to obtain maximum engine perfor-
mance and ensure the future reliability and economy of The driving characteristics of your vehicle will . Never leave children or adults who would
your new vehicle. Failure to follow these recommenda- change remarkably by any additional load and normally require the support of others alone
tions may result in shortened engine life and reduced its distribution, as well as by adding optional in your vehicle. Pets should not be left alone
engine performance. equipment (roof racks, etc.). Your driving style either. They could unknowingly activate
. Do not drive at a constant speed, either fast or and speed must be adjusted according to the switches or controls and inadvertently be-
slow, for long periods of time. circumstances. Especially when carrying heavy come involved in a serious accident and
loads, your speed must be reduced adequately. injure themselves. On hot, sunny days,
. Do not run the engine over 4,000 rpm.
temperatures in a closed vehicle could
. Do not accelerate at full throttle in any gear. . Make sure the area around the vehicle is clear. quickly become high enough to cause se-
. Do not start quickly. . Visually inspect tires for their appearance and vere or possibly fatal illness to people or
. Do not brake hard as much as possible. condition. Measure and check the tire pressure for animals.
. Do not tow a trailer for at least the first 800 km proper inflation.
. Properly secure all luggage to help prevent it
(500 miles) (for Australia and New Zealand). . Check that all windows and lights are clean. from sliding or shifting. Do not place lug-
. Adjust the seat and head restraint positions. gage higher than the seatbacks. In a sudden
. Adjust the inside and outside rear view mirror stop or collision, unsecured luggage could
positions. cause personal injury.
. Fasten your seat belt and ask all passengers to do
the same. NOTE:
. Check that all doors are closed. During the first few months after purchasing a
. Check the operation of the warning lights when new vehicle, if you smell strong odors of Volatile
the ignition switch is placed in the “ON” position. Organic Compounds (VOCs) inside the vehicle,
ventilate the passenger compartment thor-
. Maintenance items in the “8. Maintenance and do-
oughly. Open all the windows before entering
it-yourself” section should be checked periodi-
or while in the vehicle. In addition, when the
cally.
temperature in the passenger compartment
rises, or when the vehicle is parked in direct
sunlight for a period of time, turn off the air
recirculation mode of the air conditioner and/or
open the windows to allow sufficient fresh air
into the passenger compartment.

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EXHAUST GAS (carbon monoxide)


GUID-FF415DD8-A3E6-4538-B550-ED73193BFA0D
— Your vehicle is raised while being ser- . Keep your engine tuned up. Malfunctions in
viced. the ignition, fuel injection, or electrical
WARNING: systems may cause overrich fuel to flow into
— You suspect that exhaust fumes are
the three-way catalyst, causing it to over-
. Do not breathe exhaust gas; it contains entering into the passenger compart-
heat. Do not keep driving if the engine
colorless and odorless carbon monoxide. ment.
misfires, or if noticeable loss of performance
Carbon monoxide is dangerous. It can cause — You notice a change in the sound of the or other unusual operating conditions are
unconsciousness or death. exhaust system. detected. Have the vehicle inspected
. If you suspect that exhaust fumes are promptly by a NISSAN dealer.
— You have had an accident involving
entering the vehicle, drive with all windows . Avoid driving with an extremely low fuel
damage to the exhaust system, under-
fully open, and have the vehicle inspected level. Running out of fuel could cause the
body, or rear of the vehicle.
immediately. engine to misfire, damaging the three-way
. Do not run the engine in closed spaces such THREE-WAY CATALYST catalyst.
GUID-8BE2416E-1724-4A2B-858D-F590C9D3C8F1
as a garage. . Do not race the engine while warming it up.
. Do not park the vehicle with the engine WARNING: . Do not push or tow your vehicle to start the
running for an extended period of time. engine.
. The exhaust gas and the exhaust system are
. Keep the back door closed while driving, very hot. Keep people, animals and flam-
otherwise exhaust gas could be drawn into mable materials away from the exhaust
the passenger compartment. If you must system components.
drive with the back door open, follow these
. Do not stop or park the vehicle over
precautions:
flammable materials such as dry grass,
— Open all the windows. wastepaper or rags. They may ignite and
— Turn the air recirculation mode off and cause a fire.
set the fan speed control to the highest The three-way catalyst is an emission control device
level to circulate the air. installed in the exhaust system. Exhaust gas in the
. If a special body or other equipment is three-way catalyst is burned at high temperatures to
added for recreational or other usage, follow help reduce pollutants.
the manufacturer’s recommendation to pre-
vent carbon monoxide entry into the vehicle. CAUTION:
(Some recreational vehicle appliances such . Do not use leaded gasoline. (See “Recom-
as stoves, refrigerators, heaters, etc. may mended fluids/lubricants and capacities”
also generate carbon monoxide.) (P.9-2).) Deposits from leaded gasoline ser-
. The exhaust system and body should be iously reduce the ability of the three-way
inspected by a qualified mechanic whenever: catalyst to help reduce exhaust pollutants
and/or damage the three-way catalyst.

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IGNITION SWITCH (model without


CARE WHEN DRIVING
Intelligent Key system)
GUID-365EE49C-5FF9-4447-845A-3881038C5420 GUID-91DDB153-CBCA-454D-B139-A71B18FD2EDC
Driving your vehicle to fit the circumstances is essential 4. Remove the key.
for your safety and comfort. As a driver, you should be WARNING:
If the ignition switch is turned to the “LOCK” position,
the one who knows best how to drive in the given Never remove the key or turn the ignition switch the shift lever cannot be moved from the “P” (Park)
circumstances. to the “LOCK” position while driving. The steer- position. The shift lever can be moved if the ignition
ENGINE COLD START PERIOD ing wheel will lock and could cause the driver to switch is in the “ON” position with the foot brake pedal
GUID-B89C453D-A996-4A1A-A896-4FC3520E6BFC lose control of the vehicle. This could result in depressed.
Due to the higher engine speeds, when the engine is serious vehicle damage or personal injury.
cold, extra caution must be exercised when selecting a The “OFF” position * 1 is between the “LOCK” and
gear during the engine warm-up period after starting “ACC” positions, although it is not marked on the
CONTINUOUSLY VARIABLE TRANSMIS- ignition switch.
the engine.
SION (CVT) GUID-54525C04-496D-421C-8752-6B511BA7402C
LOADING LUGGAGE MANUAL TRANSMISSION (MT)
GUID-21B70D8F-F098-475A-A77E-979553F48594
GUID-C663B3F6-8EAA-46C6-9228-B3141F69D6D3
Loads and their distribution and the attachment of
equipment (coupling devices, roof luggage carriers,
etc.) will considerably change the driving character-
istics of the vehicle. Your driving style and speed must
be adjusted according to the circumstances.

DRIVING IN WET CONDITIONS


GUID-3DDDCE8B-46F7-4220-938D-F02C21034A4A
. Avoid accelerating or stopping suddenly.
. Avoid sharp turning or lane changing suddenly.
. Avoid following too close to the vehicle in front. SSD0392
When water covers the road surface with water SSD0503
The ignition lock is designed so that the ignition switch
puddles, small water streams, etc., reduce speed to
cannot be turned to the “LOCK” position until the shift The ignition switch includes a device that helps
prevent hydroplaning which can cause skidding and
lever is moved to the “P” (Park) position. When moving prevent accidental removal of the key while driving.
loss of control. Worn tires will increase this risk.
the ignition switch to the “LOCK” position, to remove The key can only be removed when the ignition switch
DRIVING IN WINTER CONDITIONS the key from the ignition switch, make sure the shift is in the “LOCK” position.
GUID-3939347B-E446-4695-87D1-257AFA202DC2
lever is in the “P” (Park) position.
. Drive cautiously. To turn the ignition switch to the “LOCK” position from
. Avoid accelerating or stopping suddenly. When the ignition switch cannot be turned to the the “ACC” or “ON” position, turn the key to the “OFF”
“LOCK” position: position, push the key in, then turn the key to the
. Avoid sharp turning or lane changing suddenly.
. Avoid sudden steering. 1. Move the shift lever to the “P” (Park) position. “LOCK” position.
. Avoid following too close to the vehicle in front. 2. Turn the ignition switch slightly in the “ON” The “OFF” position *1 is between the “LOCK” and
direction. “ACC” positions, although it is not labeled on the
3. Turn the ignition switch to the “LOCK” position. ignition switch.

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PUSH-BUTTON IGNITION SWITCH


(model with Intelligent Key system)
GUID-8D8CC42A-9474-401D-AE63-E7B674B40563
STEERING LOCK
GUID-84FC5F17-E3C7-4BE1-842B-2338DC8B9E85
START (4) GUID-16D5423F-AB96-440A-A9B2-60948BDBB14C PRECAUTIONS ON PUSH-BUTTON IGNI-
To lock steering wheel The engine starter activates and the engine will start. TION SWITCH OPERATION
GUID-13562CA9-9E1B-4EA6-B476-DA4BA15F7D32
GUID-643D9CDC-8445-49BB-8146-1F81F862C0B9 The ignition switch, when released, will automatically
1. Turn the ignition switch to the “LOCK” position. turn to the “ON” position. WARNING:
2. Remove the key from the ignition switch.
Do not operate the push-button ignition switch
3. Turn the steering wheel 1/6 of a turn clockwise CAUTION:
while driving the vehicle except in an emergency.
from the straight up position. As soon as the engine has started, release the (The engine will stop when the ignition switch is
To unlock steering wheel ignition switch immediately. pushed 3 consecutive times or the ignition
GUID-F991849F-1987-473E-AFAD-235CD32C3712 switch is pushed and held for more than 2
1. Insert the key into the ignition switch. seconds.) The steering wheel will lock and could
2. Gently turn the ignition switch while rotating the cause the driver to lose control of the vehicle.
steering wheel slightly right and left. This could result in serious vehicle damage or
personal injury.
KEY POSITIONS
GUID-95CA75D5-0D2E-4FAF-BC0D-63E3D92C30B8
Before operating the push-button ignition switch, be
LOCK (0) GUID-144974C4-67B8-4F45-92DA-6954532EDEFE sure to move the shift lever to the “P” (Park) position
The ignition key can only be removed at this position. (for Continuously Variable Transmission model) or the
The steering lock can only be locked at this position. shift lever to the “N” (Neutral) position (for Manual
Transmission model).
OFF (1) GUID-54D824D0-1B74-4475-84F5-CA80FB23D19C
The engine is turned off with the steering wheel
INTELLIGENTGUID-771FA3AD-C30C-4693-98E4-B9AE610D746B
KEY SYSTEM
unlocked. The Intelligent Key system can operate the ignition
switch without taking the key out from your pocket or
ACC (2) GUID-17E1619A-16C2-4F88-A958-D19A3883078C
bag. The operating environment and/or conditions may
The electrical accessory power activates without the affect the Intelligent Key system operation.
engine turned on.
CAUTION:
ON (3) GUID-8FAE5841-E613-460B-A914-0927C1C5B9A6
. Be sure to carry the Intelligent Key with you
The ignition system and the electrical accessory power
when operating the vehicle.
activate without the engine turned on.
. Never leave the Intelligent Key inside the
vehicle when you leave the vehicle.
. If the vehicle battery is discharged, the
ignition switch cannot be switched from
the “LOCK” position, and if the steering lock
is engaged, the steering wheel cannot be
moved. Charge the battery as soon as

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possible. (See “Jump starting” (P.6-5).) Continuously Variable Transmission (CVT) To unlock steering wheel
GUID-836CAB5B-2A97-4D4D-BA13-0D61A7DEAB3B
Operating range
GUID-80A44E43-0A1B-4ABB-A7E6-BD571734D53C
model GUID-59131ECE-A47C-4849-A212-5FF7051D7462 Push the ignition switch, and the steering wheel will be
The ignition lock is designed so that the ignition switch automatically unlocked.
cannot be switched to the “LOCK” position until the
shift lever is moved to the “P” (Park) position. When CAUTION:
pushing the ignition switch to the “OFF” position, make
. If the battery of the vehicle is discharged, the
sure the shift lever is in the “P” (Park) position.
push-button ignition switch cannot be
When the ignition switch cannot be switched to the switched from the “LOCK” position.
“LOCK” position:
. If the ignition switch position does not
1. Move the shift lever to the “P” (Park) position. change from the “LOCK” position, push the
2. Push the ignition switch to the “OFF” position. ignition switch again while rotating the
steering wheel slightly to the right and left.
SSD0436 3. Open the door. The ignition switch will change to
the “LOCK” position.
The Intelligent Key can only be used for starting the
IGNITION SWITCH POSITIONS
GUID-78788975-EF20-4EEC-9BD9-C8FD1F38789B
If the ignition switch is switched to the “LOCK”
engine when the Intelligent Key is within the specified position, the shift lever cannot be moved from the “P”
operating range * 1 .
(Park) position. The shift lever can be moved if the
When the Intelligent Key battery is almost discharged ignition switch is in the “ON” position with the foot
or strong radio waves are present near the operating brake depressed.
location, the Intelligent Key system’s operating range
becomes narrower and may not function properly. STEERING LOCK
GUID-E0563F6E-C5FD-4C6A-83D7-9D4CAE048AA9

If the Intelligent Key is within the operating range, it is The ignition switch is equipped with an anti-theft
possible for anyone, even someone who does not carry steering lock device.
the Intelligent Key, to push the ignition switch to start To lock steering wheel
the engine. GUID-1990FCB9-1E45-4067-9185-B54F65489D5D
1. Push the ignition switch to the “OFF” position SSD0859
. The luggage room area is not included in the where the ignition switch position indicator will not
operating range, but the Intelligent Key may illuminate. When the ignition switch is pushed without depressing
function. the brake pedal (Continuously Variable Transmission
2. Open or close the door. The ignition switch turns model) or the clutch pedal (Manual Transmission
. If the Intelligent Key is placed on the instrument
to the “LOCK” position. model), the ignition switch position will change as
panel, inside the glove box, door pocket or the
corner of the interior compartment, the Intelligent 3. Turn the steering wheel 1/6 of a turn to the right or follows:
Key may not function. left from the straight up position. . Push once to change to “ACC”.
. If the Intelligent Key is placed near the door or . Push two times to change to “ON”.
window outside the vehicle, the Intelligent Key . Push three times to change to “OFF”.
may function.

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. Push four times to return to “ACC”. This can discharge the battery. pedal (Manual Transmission models), the ignition
. Open or close any door to return to “LOCK” when switch position will change to “ACC”.
INTELLIGENTGUID-EC7BC919-57BA-4B13-9C48-52E1663770CA
KEY BATTERY DISCHARGE
in the “OFF” position.
NOTE:
The indicator light *A on the ignition switch illumi-
. When the ignition switch is pushed to the
nates when the ignition switch is in the “ACC” or “ON” “ACC” or “ON” position or the engine is
position. started by the above procedures, the Intel-
LOCK positionGUID-43425BBE-7F00-4ED4-A875-071702F2842A ligent Key system warning light may blink in
yellow even if the Intelligent Key is inside
The ignition switch and steering lock can only be the vehicle. This is not a malfunction. To stop
locked at this position. the warning light from blinking, touch the
The ignition switch will be unlocked when it is pushed ignition switch with the Intelligent Key
to the “ACC” position while carrying the Intelligent Key. again.
. If the Intelligent Key system warning light in
ACC position GUID-202F5141-00BE-47DC-B76C-7268FE6DC636 SSD0860
the meter is blinking in green, replace the
The electrical accessory power activates at this If the battery of the Intelligent Key is discharged, or battery as soon as possible. (See “Battery”
position without the engine turned on. environmental conditions interfere with the Intelligent (P.8-18).)
ON position Key operation, start the engine according to the
GUID-9FF5AE68-135D-4D67-8BBC-43E8DC88123E following procedure:
The ignition system and the electrical accessory power
activate at this position without the engine turned on. 1. Continuously Variable Transmission (CVT)
model:
OFF position GUID-81EA9526-2AC3-4FF2-91B3-F3E0BFFFA02D Move the shift lever to the “P” (Park) or “N”
The engine is turned off with the steering wheel (Neutral) position.
unlocked. Manual Transmission (MT) model:
Move the shift lever to the “N” (Neutral) position.
WARNING:
2. Firmly depress the brake pedal.
Never push the ignition switch to the “OFF”
position while driving. The steering wheel may 3. Touch the ignition switch with the Intelligent Key
lock and cause the driver to lose control of the as illustrated. (A chime will sound.)
vehicle, resulting in serious vehicle damage or 4. Push the ignition switch while depressing the
personal injury. brake pedal (Continuously Variable Transmission
models) or clutch pedal (Manual Transmission
models) within 10 seconds after the chime
CAUTION:
sounds. The engine will start.
Do not leave the vehicle for extended periods of After step 3 is performed, when the ignition switch is
time when the ignition switch is in the “ACC” or pushed without depressing the brake pedal (Con-
“ON” position and the engine is not running. tinuously Variable Transmission models) or clutch
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STARTING ENGINE (model without STARTING ENGINE (model with


Intelligent Key system) Intelligent Key system)
GUID-CBF21064-B60B-405D-A4B8-F9ACF8015B5A GUID-27686CF6-E6E5-4E98-9C0E-E33A1613D9C9
1. Apply the parking brake. procedure. 1. Apply the parking brake.
2. Depress the foot brake pedal. 2. Continuously Variable Transmission (CVT)
CAUTION: model:
3. Continuously Variable Transmission (CVT)
model: . Do not operate the starter for more than 15 Move the shift lever to the “P” (Park) or the “N”
Move the shift lever to the “P” (Park) or “N” seconds at a time. If the engine does not (Neutral) position.
(Neutral) position. start, turn the ignition switch off and wait 10 The starter is designed to operate only when
seconds before cranking the engine again. the shift lever is in the proper position.
The starter is designed to operate only when
Otherwise, the starter could be damaged.
the shift lever is in the proper position. Manual Transmission (MT) model:
. If it becomes necessary to start the engine
Manual Transmission (MT) model: Move the shift lever to the “N” (Neutral) position.
with a booster battery and jumper cables,
Move the shift lever to the “N” (Neutral) position, the instructions and cautions contained in The starter is designed not to operate unless
and depress the clutch pedal to the floor while the “6. In case of emergency” section should the clutch pedal is fully depressed.
starting the engine. be carefully followed. The Intelligent Key must be carried when
The starter is designed to not operate unless operating the ignition switch.
6. Allow the engine to idle for at least 30 seconds
the clutch pedal is depressed. 3. Push the ignition switch to the “ON” position.
after starting the engine to warm-up. Drive at
4. Crank the engine with your foot off the accelerator moderate speeds for a short distance first, Depress the brake pedal (CVT model) or the
pedal by turning the ignition switch to the “START” especially in cold weather. clutch pedal (MT model) and push the ignition
position. switch to start the engine.
5. Immediately release the ignition switch when the CAUTION: To start the engine immediately, push and release
engine starts. If the engine starts, but fails to run, the ignition switch while depressing the brake
Do not leave the vehicle unattended while the
repeat the above procedures. pedal or clutch pedal with the ignition switch in
engine is warming up.
. If the engine is very hard to start in extremely any position.
cold weather or when restarting, depress the 4. If the engine starts, but fails to run, repeat the
accelerator pedal a little (approximately 1/3 to above procedures.
the floor), hold it and then crank the engine. . If the engine is very hard to start in extremely
Release the accelerator pedal when the engine cold weather or when restarting, depress the
starts. accelerator pedal a little (approximately 1/3 to
. If the engine is very hard to start because it is the floor), hold it and then crank the engine.
flooded, depress the accelerator pedal all the Release the accelerator pedal when the engine
way to the floor and hold it. Crank the engine starts.
for 5 - 6 seconds. After cranking the engine, . If the engine is very hard to start because it is
release the accelerator pedal. Crank the engine flooded, depress the accelerator pedal all the
with your foot off the accelerator pedal by way to the floor and hold it. Crank the engine
turning the ignition switch to START. Release for 5 - 6 seconds. After cranking the engine,
the ignition switch when the engine starts. If the release the accelerator pedal. Crank the engine
engine starts, but fails to run, repeat the above with your foot off the accelerator pedal by

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DRIVING VEHICLE
GUID-FC8DD999-532D-4255-B52B-8544BBF23419
turning the ignition switch to START. Release your vehicle checked by a NISSAN dealer.
the ignition switch when the engine starts. If the DRIVING WITH CONTINUOUSLY VARI-
ABLE TRANSMISSION (CVT) . Shift into the “P” (Park) position and apply
engine starts, but fails to run, repeat the above GUID-CA3CA43B-2A6A-4E78-9419-61BAC1DDD7EF the parking brake when at a standstill for
procedure. The Continuously Variable Transmission (CVT) in your longer than a short waiting period.
vehicle is electronically controlled to produce maximum
power and smooth operation. . Keep the engine at idling speed while
CAUTION:
shifting from the “N” (Neutral) position to
. As soon as the engine has started, release The recommended operating procedures for this any driving position.
the ignition switch immediately. transmission are shown on the following pages. Follow
these procedures for maximum vehicle performance . When stopping the vehicle on an uphill
. Do not operate the starter for more than 15 and driving enjoyment. grade, do not hold the vehicle by depressing
seconds at a time. If the engine does not the accelerator pedal. The foot brake pedal
start, push the ignition switch to the “OFF” WARNING: should be depressed in this situation.
position and wait 10 seconds before crank-
ing the engine again. Otherwise, the starter Do not downshift abruptly on slippery roads. Starting vehicle
GUID-9E5839FD-C453-4C86-B658-6D40F7F1CF16
could be damaged. This may cause a loss of control. 1. After starting the engine, fully depress the foot
. If it becomes necessary to start the engine brake pedal before moving the shift lever out of the
with a booster battery and jumper cables, CAUTION: “P” (Park) position.
the instructions and cautions contained in 2. Keep the foot brake pedal depressed and move
. The cold engine idle speed is high, so use
the “6. In case of emergency” section should the shift lever to a driving position.
caution when shifting the transmission into
be carefully followed. 3. Release the parking brake, the foot brake pedal,
a forward or reverse position before the
5. Allow the engine to idle for at least 30 seconds engine has warmed up. and then gradually start the vehicle in motion.
after starting the engine to warm-up. Drive at . Avoid revving up the engine while the The CVT is designed so the foot brake pedal
moderate speeds for a short distance first, vehicle is stopped. This could cause unex- MUST be depressed before shifting from the “P”
especially in cold weather. pected vehicle movement. (Park) position to any driving position while the
ignition switch is in the “ON” position.
. Never shift to either the “P” (Park) or “R”
CAUTION: (Reverse) position while the vehicle is mov- The shift lever cannot be moved out of the “P”
Do not leave the vehicle unattended while the ing. This could cause serious damage to the (Park) position and into any of the other
engine is warming up. transmission. positions if the ignition switch is placed in the
“LOCK”, “OFF” or “ACC” position or if the key is
. Except in an emergency, do not shift to the
6. To stop the engine, move the shift lever to the “P” removed.
“N” (Neutral) position while driving. Coast-
(Park) position (CVT model) or move the shift lever ing with the transmission in the “N” (Neutral)
to the “N” (Neutral) position (MT model), apply the position may cause serious damage to the CAUTION:
parking brake and push the ignition switch to the transmission.
“OFF” position. . DEPRESS THE FOOT BRAKE PEDAL - Shift-
. Start the engine in either the “P” (Park) or ing the shift lever to “D”, “R”, “L” or the
“N” (Neutral) position. The engine will not manual shift mode without depressing the
start in any other position. If it does, have foot brake pedal causes the vehicle to move

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slowly when the engine is running. Make positions other than the “P” (Park) position, the ignition
sure the foot brake pedal is depressed fully switch cannot be placed in the “LOCK” position.
and the vehicle is stopped before shifting If the ignition switch cannot be placed in the “LOCK”
the shift lever. position, perform the following steps:
. MAKE SURE OF THE SHIFT LEVER POSI- 1. Apply the parking brake.
TION - Make sure the shift lever is in the
desired position. “D” and “L” or manual shift 2. Place the ignition switch in the “ON” position
mode are used to move forward and “R” to while depressing the foot brake pedal.
back up. 3. Move the shift lever to the “P” (Park) position.
. WARM UP THE ENGINE - Due to the higher 4. Models with Intelligent Key system:
idle speeds when the engine is cold, extra JVO0030X
Place the ignition switch in the “OFF” position.
caution must be exercised when shifting the Without manual shift mode (LHD model)
Models without Intelligent Key system:
shift lever into the driving position immedi- : Push the button * A while depressing the
ately after starting the engine. foot brake pedal. Place the ignition switch in the “LOCK” position.
: Push the button * A . P (Park):
Shifting GUID-22528BF3-29D9-403E-AE79-BEA15D2F63FE
GUID-9E14C2E6-2E9C-4731-980B-C45B899B977B
Use this position when the vehicle is parked or when
: Just move the shift lever.
starting the engine. Make sure that the vehicle is
completely stopped and move the shift lever into
WARNING: the “P” (Park) position. Apply the parking brake.
When parking on a hill, first depress the foot brake
. Apply the parking brake if the shift lever is in pedal, apply the parking brake, and then move the shift
any position while the engine is not running. lever into the “P” (Park) position.
Failure to do so could cause the vehicle to
move unexpectedly or roll away and result in R (Reverse): GUID-9E14C2E6-2E9C-4731-980B-C45B899B977B
serious personal injury or property damage. Use this position to back up. Make sure that the vehicle
is completely stopped before selecting the “R”
. If the shift lever cannot be moved from the
JVS0199X
(Reverse) position.
“P” (Park) position while the engine is
With manual shift mode (RHD model) running and the foot brake pedal is de- N (Neutral): GUID-9E14C2E6-2E9C-4731-980B-C45B899B977B
pressed, the stop lights may not work. Neither the forward nor reverse gear is engaged. The
Malfunctioning stop lights could cause an engine can be started in this position. You may shift to
accident injuring yourself and others. the “N” (Neutral) position and restart a stalled engine
After starting the engine, fully depress the foot brake while the vehicle is moving.
pedal, push the shift lever button and move the shift
lever out of the “P” (Park) position.
If the ignition switch is placed in the “OFF” or “ACC”
position for any reason while the shift lever is in any

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D (Drive): GUID-9E14C2E6-2E9C-4731-980B-C45B899B977B
M5 (Fifth): GUID-9E14C2E6-2E9C-4731-980B-C45B899B977B
to the manual shift mode.
Use this position for all normal forward driving. Use this position when driving up long slopes, or for . When the CVT fluid temperature is high, the shift
engine braking when driving down long slopes. range may upshift in lower rpm than usual. This is
L (Low) (if equipped):
GUID-9E14C2E6-2E9C-4731-980B-C45B899B977B not a malfunction.
Use this position when climbing steep hills slowly or M4 (Fourth), M3GUID-9E14C2E6-2E9C-4731-980B-C45B899B977B
(Third) and M2 (Second):
driving slowly through deep snow, sand or mud, or for Use for hill climbing or engine braking on downhill SPORT modeGUID-161DA12F-AD1B-4C66-B85E-E57B792E856D
switch (if equipped)
maximum engine braking on steep downhill grades. grades.

Manual shift mode (if equipped) M1 (First): GUID-9E14C2E6-2E9C-4731-980B-C45B899B977B


GUID-6A3E48D3-F545-466F-B2D2-4F57072F6D78
When the shift lever is shifted from the “D” position to Use this position when climbing steep hills slowly or
the manual shift gate with the vehicle stopped or while driving slowly through deep snow, sand or mud or for
driving, the transmission enters the manual shift mode. maximum engine braking on steep downhill grades.
Shift ranges can be selected manually. . Remember not to drive at high speeds for
In the manual shift mode, the shift range is displayed extended periods of time in lower than M6 range.
on the position indicator in the meter. This reduces fuel economy.
. In the manual shift mode, the transmission
Shift ranges up or down one by one as follows:
automatically shifts down to M1 (First)
SSD0729
? ? ? ? ? M6 before the vehicle comes to a stop. When
M1 M2 M3 M4 M5 LHD model
/ / / / / accelerating again, it is necessary to shift up
To select the SPORT mode, push the SPORT mode
. When shifting up, move the shift lever to the + to the desired range.
switch with the shift lever in the “D” (Drive) position.
(up) side. (Shifts to higher range.) . In the manual shift mode, the transmission The SPORT mode indicator light in the meter
. When shifting down, move the shift lever to the − may not shift to the selected gear. This helps panel illuminates. To turn off the SPORT mode, push
(down) side. (Shifts to lower range.) maintain driving performance and reduces the SPORT mode switch again. The SPORT mode
the chance of vehicle damage or loss of indicator light will turn off. When the shift lever is
. Moving the shift lever to the same side twice will
control. When this situation occurs, the shifted to any position other than “D”, the SPORT
shift the ranges in succession. However, if this
Continuously Variable Transmission (CVT) mode will be automatically turned off.
motion is rapidly done, the second shifting may not
position indicator (on the Vehicle informa-
be completed properly. “OFF” position: GUID-9E14C2E6-2E9C-4731-980B-C45B899B977B
tion display) will blink and the buzzer will
M6 (Sixth): GUID-9E14C2E6-2E9C-4731-980B-C45B899B977B
sound. For normal driving and fuel economy, use the “OFF”
Use this position for all normal forward driving at . When canceling the manual shift mode, return the position.
highway speeds. shift lever to the “D” position. The transmission “ON” position: GUID-9E14C2E6-2E9C-4731-980B-C45B899B977B
However, you need to shift down the gears manually returns to the normal driving mode.
For driving up or down long slopes where engine
when accelerating or passing another vehicle. . When the CVT fluid temperature is extremely low, braking is necessary, or for powerful acceleration, use
the manual shift mode may not work and the “ON” position. The transmission will automatically
automatically shift as a drive mode. This is not a select a different gear ratio, allowing the engine to turn
malfunction. In this case, return the shift lever to the SPORT mode off.
the “D” position and drive for a while and then shift
When driving conditions change, push the switch to
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turn the SPORT mode off. 2. Apply the parking brake. Fail-safe GUID-4C5CA011-BE46-48EA-A16F-D6F3A9BF72B8
Remember not to drive at high speeds for extended 3. Push the shift lever button and move the shift lever When the fail-safe operation occurs, the CVT will not
periods of time with the SPORT mode in the “ON” to the “N” (Neutral) position while holding down be shifted to the selected driving position.
position. This reduces fuel economy. the shift lock release. If the vehicle is driven under extreme conditions,
Accelerator downshift - in the “D” position - Place the ignition switch in the “ON” position to unlock such as excessive wheel spinning and subse-
GUID-FE4ECFFF-36B2-40BE-8768-DFB973246910 the steering wheel. The vehicle may be moved to the quent hard braking, the fail-safe system may be
For passing or climbing hills, depress the accelerator desired location. activated. This will occur even if all electrical
pedal to the floor. This shifts the transmission down circuits are functioning properly. In this case,
into a lower gear, depending on the vehicle speed. For model with Intelligent Key system: If the battery is
discharged completely, the steering wheel cannot be place the ignition switch in the “OFF” position
Shift lock release unlocked. Do not move the vehicle with the steering and wait for 10 seconds. Then turn the ignition
GUID-7F9F39D1-CCBB-4C10-990D-C12C1B7B40EB
wheel locked. switch back to the “ON” position. The vehicle
should return to its normal operating condition.
If the shift lever cannot be moved out of the “P” (Park)
If it does not return to its normal operating
position, have a NISSAN dealer check the CVT system
condition, have a NISSAN dealer check the
as soon as possible.
transmission and repair it if necessary.
WARNING: WARNING:
If the shift lever cannot be moved from the “P” When the fail-safe operation occurs, vehicle
(Park) position while the engine is running and speed may be gradually reduced. The reduced
the brake pedal is depressed, the stop lights
speed may be lower than other traffic, which
may not work. Malfunctioning stop lights could
JVO0027X
could increase the chance of a collision. Be
cause an accident injuring yourself and others.
especially careful when driving. If necessary, pull
Without manual shift mode (LHD model)
If the battery charge is low or discharged, the shift to the side of the road at a safe place and allow
High fluid temperature protection mode
GUID-92F6203D-4431-412E-BD73-BE0106E26143 the transmission to return to normal operation,
lever may not be moved from the “P” (Park) position
This transmission has a high fluid temperature protec- or have it repaired if necessary.
even with the brake pedal depressed and the shift lever
tion mode. If the fluid temperature becomes too high
button pushed.
(for example, when climbing steep grades in high
To move the shift lever, perform the following temperature with heavy loads, such as when towing a
procedure: trailer), engine power and, under some conditions,
1. Models with Intelligent Key system: vehicle speed will be decreased automatically to
Place the ignition switch in the “OFF” or “LOCK” reduce the chance of transmission damage. Vehicle
position. speed can be controlled with the accelerator pedal,
but engine and vehicle speed may be limited.
Models without Intelligent Key system:
Place the ignition switch in the “LOCK” position,
and remove the key if it is inserted.

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DRIVING WITH MANUAL TRANSMISSION Starting vehicleGUID-16757328-65FA-4660-BD9B-5E43351F3AF1


(MT) GUID-08EE8EF5-22CA-45AE-97E1-FC6FB2E7A861 1. After starting the engine, depress the clutch pedal
to the floor and move the shift lever to the “1” (1st)
WARNING: or “R” (Reverse) position.
. Do not downshift abruptly on slippery roads. 2. Slowly depress the accelerator pedal, releasing
This may cause a loss of vehicle control. the clutch pedal and parking brake at the same
. Do not over-rev the engine when shifting to time.
a lower gear. This may cause a loss of Shifting gear GUID-708BE0C7-A6C5-48DA-A9C3-3AD53F8A3232
vehicle control or engine damage.
To change gears, or when upshifting or downshifting,
fully depress the clutch pedal, shift into the appropriate SSD0084
CAUTION: gear, then slowly and smoothly release the clutch
5-speed ManualGUID-9E14C2E6-2E9C-4731-980B-C45B899B977B
Transmission (MT) model:
. Do not rest your foot on the clutch pedal pedal.
You cannot shift directly from the “5” (5th) position into
while driving. This may damage the clutch To ensure smooth gear changes, fully depress the
the R (Reverse) position. First shift into the N (Neutral)
system. clutch pedal before operating the shift lever. If the
position, then shift into the R (Reverse) position.
. Fully depress the clutch pedal before shift- clutch pedal is not fully depressed before the
ing to help prevent transmission damage. transmission is shifted, a gear noise may be heard.
Transmission damage could occur.
. Stop the vehicle completely before shifting
into the “R” (Reverse) position. Start the vehicle in the “1” (1st) position and shift to
the “2” (2nd), “3” (3rd), “4” (4th), “5” (5th) and “6”
. When the vehicle is stopped for a period of (6th) (if equipped) gear in sequence according to the
time, for example waiting at stoplights, shift vehicle speed.
to the “N” (Neutral) position and release the
clutch pedal with the foot brake pedal If it is difficult to move the shift lever into the “R”
depressed. (Reverse) or “1” (1st) position, shift to the “N” (Neutral)
position, and then release the clutch pedal once. Fully
. Do not shift to the “N” (Neutral) position depress the clutch pedal again and shift into “R” or “1”.
while driving. Doing so may result in an SSD0552
accident due to loss of engine braking.
6-speed ManualGUID-9E14C2E6-2E9C-4731-980B-C45B899B977B
Transmission (MT) model:
. To reverse, stop the vehicle and move the shift
lever into the N (Neutral) position, and then pull
the ring* 1 upward to shift into the R (Reverse)
position.
. The ring returns to its original position when the
shift lever is moved to the N (Neutral) position.

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VEHICLE DYNAMIC CONTROL (VDC)


SYSTEM (if equipped)
GUID-664D8AFF-261B-4944-B0D6-F0B3F5767B92
Suggested maximum speed in each gear MR16DDT engine model:
GUID-9E14C2E6-2E9C-4731-980B-C45B899B977B
GUID-11EBED13-E731-4C5E-A85D-AC41FFF83620 WARNING:
Downshift to a lower gear if the engine is not running km/h (MPH)
smoothly, or if you need to accelerate. 1st 49(30) . The Vehicle Dynamic Control (VDC) system
is designed to help the driver maintain
Do not exceed the maximum suggested speed (shown 2nd 85(53)
stability but does not prevent accidents
below) in any gear. For level road driving, use the 3rd 119(74) due to abrupt steering operation at high
highest gear suggested for that speed. Always observe
4th 149(92) speeds or by careless or dangerous driving
posted speed limits, and drive according to the road
5th 182(113) techniques. Reduce vehicle speed and be
conditions which will ensure safe operation. Do not
6th — (—) especially careful when driving and corner-
over-rev the engine when shifting to a lower gear as it
ing on slippery surfaces and always drive
may cause engine damage or loss of vehicle control.
carefully.
5-speed Manual Transmission (MT) model:
. Do not modify the vehicle’s suspension. If
HR16DE engine GUID-9E14C2E6-2E9C-4731-980B-C45B899B977B
model: suspension parts such as shock absorbers,
km/h (MPH) struts, springs, stabilizer bars, bushings and
wheels are not NISSAN recommended for
1st 45 (28)
your vehicle or are extremely deteriorated,
2nd 83 (51) the VDC system may not operate properly.
3rd 121 (75) This could adversely affect vehicle handling
4th 164 (102) performance, and the VDC warning light
5th — (—) may illuminate.
. If brake related parts such as brake pads,
6-speed Manual Transmission (MT) model:
rotors and calipers are not NISSAN recom-
MRA8DE engineGUID-9E14C2E6-2E9C-4731-980B-C45B899B977B
model: mended or are extremely deteriorated, the
km/h (MPH) VDC system may not operate properly and
the VDC warning light may illuminate.
1st 47(29)
2nd 84(52) . If engine control related parts are not
NISSAN recommended or are extremely
3rd 117(72) deteriorated, the VDC warning light
4th 152(94) may illuminate.
5th — (—) . When driving on extremely inclined surfaces
6th — (—) such as higher banked corners, the VDC
system may not operate properly and the
VDC warning light may illuminate. Do
not drive on these types of roads.
. When driving on an unstable surface such as
a turntable, ferry, elevator or ramp, the VDC

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warning light may illuminate. This is not . You may feel a pulsation in the brake pedal and VEHICLE DYNAMIC CONTROL (VDC) OFF
a malfunction. Restart the engine after hear a noise or vibration from under the hood. This SWITCH GUID-A9257017-A8BE-40D0-9E2E-3215E14F5026
driving onto a stable surface. is normal and indicates that the VDC system is
. If wheels or tires other than the NISSAN working properly.
recommended ones are used, the VDC . Adjust your speed and driving to the road
system may not operate properly and the conditions.
VDC warning light may illuminate. If a malfunction occurs in the system, the VDC warning
. The VDC system is not a substitute for winter light illuminates in the instrument panel. The VDC
tires or tire chains on a snow covered road. system automatically turns off.
The VDC OFF switch is used to turn off the VDC
The Vehicle Dynamic Control (VDC) system uses
system. The VDC off indicator light illuminates to
various sensors to monitor driver inputs and vehicle
indicate the VDC system is off. When the VDC OFF
motion. Under certain driving conditions, the VDC
switch is used to turn off the system, the VDC system SSD1149
system helps to perform the following functions.
still operates to prevent one drive wheel from slipping
. Controls brake pressure to reduce wheel slip on by transferring power to a non slipping drive wheel. The vehicle should be driven with the Vehicle Dynamic
one slipping drive wheel so power is transferred to The VDC warning light flashes if this occurs. All Control (VDC) system ON for most driving conditions.
a non slipping drive wheel on the same axle. other VDC functions are off and the VDC warning light When the vehicle is stuck in mud or snow, the VDC
. Controls brake pressure and engine output to will not flash. The VDC system is automatically system reduces the engine output to reduce wheel
reduce drive wheel slip based on vehicle speed reset to on when the ignition switch is placed in the spin. The engine speed will be reduced even if the
(traction control function). “OFF” position then back to the “ON” position. accelerator is depressed to the floor. If maximum
. Controls brake pressure at individual wheels and See “Vehicle Dynamic Control (VDC) warning light” engine power is needed to free a stuck vehicle, turn
engine output to help the driver maintain control of (P.2-14) and “Vehicle Dynamic Control (VDC) off the VDC system off.
the vehicle in the following conditions: indicator light” (P.2-16). To turn off the VDC system, push the VDC OFF switch.
— understeer (vehicle tends to not follow the The computer has a built-in diagnostic feature that The indicator light will illuminate.
steered path despite increased steering input) tests the system each time you start the engine and Push the VDC OFF switch again or restart the engine
— oversteer (vehicle tends to spin due to certain move the vehicle forward or in reverse at a slow speed. to turn ON the system.
road or driving conditions). When the self-test occurs, you may hear a “clunk”
The VDC system can help the driver to maintain control noise and/or feel a pulsation in the brake pedal. This is
of the vehicle, but it cannot prevent loss of vehicle normal and is not an indication of a malfunction.
control in all driving situations.
When the VDC system operates, the VDC warning
light in the instrument panel flashes so note the
following:
. The road may be slippery or the system may
determine some action is required to help the
vehicle on the steered path.

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CRUISE CONTROL (if equipped)


GUID-D9A2662F-4922-45F1-98FB-77EC7CFF7173

CAUTION: CRUISE CONTROL OPERATIONS


GUID-738F3BB0-3C2E-4375-95D7-54DD457F2984
The cruise control allows driving at speeds above 40
On manual Transmission (MT) model, do not km/h (25 MPH) without keeping your foot on the
shift to the “N” (Neutral) position without accelerator pedal.
depressing the clutch pedal when the cruise
control is operated. Should this occur, depress The cruise control will automatically be canceled if the
the clutch pedal and turn the cruise control MAIN vehicle slows down more than approximately 13 km/h
switch off immediately. Failure to do so may (8 MPH) below the set speed.
cause engine damage. Moving the shift lever to the “N” (Neutral) position
(Continuously Variable Transmission model) or depres-
SSD0694 PRECAUTIONS ON CRUISE CONTROL sing the clutch pedal (Manual Transmission model) will
GUID-F50E3DC7-859C-46F8-BC38-59BFA63C6C90
cancel the cruise control and the CRUISE indicator
. If the cruise control system malfunctions, it will
1. RESUME/ACCELERATE switch light will turn off.
cancel automatically. The CRUISE indicator light
2. SET/COAST switch on the meter panel will then blink to warn the
3. CANCEL switch
Turning on cruise control
GUID-5EE83BAE-9DA6-4DFF-97D2-23EA9F05B504
driver.
4. Cruise control MAIN switch Push the cruise control MAIN switch. The CRUISE
. If the engine coolant temperature becomes indicator light illuminates.
excessively high, the cruise control system will
WARNING: cancel automatically. Setting cruising speed
GUID-A62E93CF-7746-4F51-9653-74B5844CB6C7
. Always observe the posted speed limits and . If the CRUISE indicator light blinks, turn the cruise 1. Accelerate to the desired speed.
do not set the speed over them. control MAIN switch off and have the system
2. Push the SET/COAST switch and release it.
checked by a NISSAN dealer.
. Do not use the cruise control when driving 3. Take your foot off the accelerator pedal.
under the following conditions. Doing so . The CRUISE indicator light may blink when the
could cause a loss of vehicle control and cruise control MAIN switch is turned ON while The vehicle will maintain the set speed.
result in an accident. pushing the RESUME/ACCELERATE, SET/
Passing anotherGUID-9E14C2E6-2E9C-4731-980B-C45B899B977B
vehicle:
COAST or CANCEL switch. To properly set the
— When it is not possible to keep the cruise control system, perform the following Depress the accelerator pedal to accelerate. After
vehicle at a constant speed procedures. releasing the accelerator pedal, the vehicle will return
to the previously set speed.
— When driving in heavy traffic
The vehicle may not maintain the set speed when
— When driving in traffic that varies speed
going up or down steep hills. In such cases, drive
— When driving in windy areas without the cruise control.
— When driving on winding or hilly roads
— When driving on slippery (rain, snow, ice,
etc.) roads

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PARKING
GUID-63C20373-8237-4559-8ED1-DFC76D027C63
Resetting to slower speed:
GUID-9E14C2E6-2E9C-4731-980B-C45B899B977B Canceling cruising speed
GUID-DDCB3479-7AFA-43FE-8B66-181517721EEC WARNING:
Use any one of the following methods to reset to a Use any one of the following methods to cancel the set
slower speed. speed. . Do not stop or park the vehicle over
. Lightly tap the foot brake pedal. When the vehicle flammable materials such as dry grass,
. Push the CANCEL switch.
reaches the desired speed, push and release the waste paper or rags. They may ignite and
. Tap the foot brake pedal. cause a fire.
SET/COAST switch.
. Push the cruise control MAIN switch. The CRUISE
. Push and hold the SET/COAST switch. When the . Safe parking procedures require that both
indicator light turns off.
vehicle reaches the desired speed, release the the parking brake be applied and the shift
SET/COAST switch. lever placed in the “P” (Park) position
. Quickly push and release the SET/COAST switch. (Continuously Variable Transmission model)
This will reduce the vehicle speed by about 1 km/h or the shift lever placed in an appropriate
(0.6 MPH). gear (Manual Transmission model). Failure
to do so could cause the vehicle to move
Resetting to faster speed:
GUID-9E14C2E6-2E9C-4731-980B-C45B899B977B unexpectedly or roll away and result in an
Use any one of the following methods to reset to a accident.
faster speed. . When parking the vehicle, make sure the
. Depress the accelerator pedal. When the vehicle shift lever is moved to the “P” (Park)
reaches the desired speed, push and release the position. The shift lever cannot be moved
SET/COAST switch. out of the “P” (Park) position without
. Push and hold the RESUME/ACCELERATE depressing the foot brake pedal (CVT mod-
switch. When the vehicle reaches the desired el).
speed, release the RESUME/ACCELERATE . Never leave the engine running while the
switch. vehicle is unattended.
. Quickly push and release the RESUME/ACCEL- . Never leave children or adults who would
ERATE switch. This will increase the vehicle speed normally require the support of others alone
by about 1 km/h (0.6 MPH). in the vehicle. Pets should not be left alone
Resuming at preset speed: either. They could unknowingly activate
GUID-9E14C2E6-2E9C-4731-980B-C45B899B977B
switches or controls and inadvertently be-
Push and release the RESUME/ACCELERATE switch.
come involved in a serious accident and
The vehicle will resume the last set cruising speed injure themselves. On hot, sunny days,
when the vehicle speed is over 40 km/h (25 MPH). temperatures in a closed vehicle could
quickly become high enough to cause se-
vere or possibly fatal illness to people and
animals.

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4. Model with Intelligent Key system:


Place the ignition switch in the “OFF” position.
Model without Intelligent Key system:
Place the ignition switch in the “LOCK” position
and remove the key.

SSD0488
Left-Hand Drive (LHD) models

SSD0489
Right-Hand Drive (RHD) models
1. Firmly apply the parking brake. vehicle forward until the curb side wheel gently
2. Continuously Variable Transmission (CVT) model: touches the curb. Then apply the parking brake.
Move the shift lever to the “P” (Park) position. HEADED UPHILL WITH CURB *
2

Manual Transmission (MT) model: Move the shift Turn the wheels away from the curb and allow the
lever to the “R” (Reverse) position. When parking vehicle to move back until the curb side wheel
on an uphill grade, move the shift lever to the “1” gently touches the curb. Then apply the parking
(1st) position. brake.
3. To help prevent the vehicle from moving into traffic HEADED UPHILL OR DOWNHILL, WITHOUT
when parked on an incline, it is a good practice to CURB *
3
turn the wheels as illustrated. Turn the wheels toward the side of the road so the
HEADED DOWNHILL WITH CURB *
1 vehicle will move away from the center of the road
Turn the wheels towards the curb and move the if the vehicle moves. Then apply the parking brake.

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SONAR (parking sensor) SYSTEM (if


equipped)
GUID-DFB9BB02-A8E0-46F3-B664-EF030E33D6AA
not clean the sensors with sharp objects). If the
sensors are covered, it will affect the accuracy of the
sonar (parking sensor) system.
If the sonar (parking sensor) system malfunc-
tions, the beep sounds for 3 seconds when the
shift lever is moved to the “R” (Reverse) position.
Have the system checked by a NISSAN dealer.

JVS0086X

inaccurate measurement of obstacles or


WARNING:
false alarms.
. The sonar (parking sensor) system is a
convenience but it is not a substitute for CAUTION:
proper parking. Always look around and
check that it is safe to do so before parking. Keep the interior of the vehicle as quiet as
Always move slowly. possible to hear the tone clearly.
. Read and understand the limitations of the When the ignition switch is in the “ON” position, the
sonar (parking sensor) system as contained sonar (parking sensor) system is operational.
in this section. Inclement weather may affect
The sonar (parking sensor) system sounds a tone to
the function of the sonar (parking sensor)
warn the driver of obstacles near the bumper. The
system; this may include reduced perfor-
system detects rear obstacles when the shift lever is in
mance or a false activation.
the “R” (Reverse) position. The system may not detect
. This system is not designed to prevent objects at speeds above 10 km/h (6 MPH) and may
contact with small or moving objects. not detect certain angular or moving objects.
. The system is designed as an aid to the The sonar (parking sensor) system detects obstacles
driver in detecting large stationary objects to up to 1 m (3.3 ft) from the bumper with a decreased
help avoid damaging the vehicle. The system coverage area at the outer corners of the bumper,
will not detect small objects below the (refer to the illustration for approximate zone coverage
bumper, and may not detect objects close areas). As you move closer to the obstacle, the rate of
to the bumper or on the ground. the tone increases. When the obstacle is less than 30
. If your vehicle sustains damage to the cm (11.8 in) away, the tone will sound continuously.
bumper fascia, leaving it misaligned or bent, Keep the sonar sensors (located on the bumper fascia)
the sensing zone may be altered causing free from snow, ice and large accumulations of dirt (do

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TRAILER TOWING (except for TRAILER TOWING (for Australia and


Australia and New Zealand) New Zealand)
GUID-6A1A5448-1FA0-4D3C-BDDB-09F45F69CF96 GUID-1DB80F9D-14AE-4FF9-AFC1-4C5BE29AA1C4
Your vehicle was designed to be used to carry Your new vehicle was designed to be used primarily to . Have your vehicle serviced more often than at the
passengers and luggage. NISSAN does not recom- carry passengers and luggage. intervals specified in a separate maintenance
mend trailer towing, because it places additional loads Towing a trailer will place additional loads on your booklet.
on your vehicle’s engine, drivetrain, steering, braking vehicle’s engine, drive train, steering, braking and other . Trailer towing requires more fuel than under
and other systems. systems. The towing of a trailer will exaggerate other normal circumstances because of a considerable
conditions such as sway caused by crosswinds, rough increase in traction power and resistance.
CAUTION: road surfaces or passing trucks. While towing a trailer, check the engine coolant
Vehicle damage resulting from towing a trailer is Your driving style and speed must be adjusted temperature indicator to prevent the vehicle
not covered by the warranty. according to the circumstances. Before towing a from overheating.
trailer, see a NISSAN dealer for an explanation about
MAXIMUM LOAD LIMITS
the proper use of towing equipment. GUID-23EAC0D5-39B8-4746-9FCB-78845754E7F5

OPERATING PRECAUTIONS
GUID-66572355-FE0D-46B5-83A5-764AA3199022
. Avoid towing a trailer during the break-in period.
. Before driving, make sure that the lighting system
of the trailer works properly.
. Observe the legal maximum speeds for trailer
operation.
. Avoid abrupt starts, accelerations and stops.
. Avoid sharp turns and lane changes.
. Always drive your vehicle at a moderate speed.
CA0011-A
. Follow the trailer manufacturer’s instructions.
. Choose proper coupling devices (trailer hitch, Maximum trailer loads (including tires and other loaded
safety chain, roof carrier, etc.) for your vehicle and equipment):
trailer. These devices are available from a NISSAN 1. Never allow the total trailer load to exceed:
dealer where you can also obtain more detailed . The maximum 750 kg (1,654 lb) for a trailer
information about trailer towing. without brakes.
. Never allow the total trailer load (trailer weight plus . For MRA8DE engine model, the maximum
its cargo weight) to exceed the maximum set for 1,200 kg (2,646 lb) for a trailer with brakes.
the vehicle and the coupling device. See a
. For MR16DDT engine model, the maximum
NISSAN dealer for more information.
1,100 kg (2,426 lb) for a trailer with brakes.
. The trailer must be loaded so that heavy goods are
placed over the axle. The maximum allowable 2. The total trailer load must be lower than the
vertical load on the trailer hitch must not be following three values even if it does not exceed
exceeded. the maximum permissible trailer loads.

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. Towing capacity displayed on a tow-bar. GAWR


. Trailer’s gross vehicle mass marked on a
coupling body. MRA8DE engine model MR16DDT engine model
. Gross vehicle mass marked on a trailer data CVT model MT model CVT model MT model
plate. Front 905 kg (1,996 lb) 895 kg (1,973 lb) 980 kg (2,161 lb) 945 kg (2,084 lb)
The maximum trailer load which can be towed by your Rear 845 kg (1,863 lb) 845 kg (1,863 lb) 850 kg (1,874 lb) 855 kg (1,885 lb)
vehicle depends on the towing equipment fitted to the
vehicle. Therefore, it is important to not only have the The trailer must be loaded so that heavy goods are placed over the axle.
correct equipment fitted but also to use it correctly. TIRE PRESSURE
GUID-032722AF-29C9-46DD-844A-52324F174AA3
TRAILER DETECTION (if equipped)
GUID-6A3DAB2C-3A60-4CD2-A465-DB6D8642D635
Towing loads greater than the value specified for your When towing a trailer, inflate the vehicle tires to the When towing a trailer with a genuine NISSAN tow bar
vehicle or using towing equipment which is not maximum recommended COLD tire pressure (for full electrical kit and the turn signal switch is used, the
provided by NISSAN could seriously affect the loading) indicated on the tire placard. electrical system of the vehicle will detect the
handling and/or performance of your vehicle. additional electrical load of the trailer lighting. As a
Do not tow a trailer when the vehicle is installed with a
Vehicle damage resulting from improper towing temporary spare tire or a compact spare tire. result, the direction indicator tone will be different.
procedures is not covered by NISSAN warranties.
Information on trailer towing and the required equip- SAFETY CHAINS
GUID-8F59CA0B-F19F-4387-8303-76CA6B75F772
ment should be obtained from a NISSAN dealer. Always use a suitable chain between the vehicle and
trailer. The chain should be crossed and should be
Maximum tongue load
GUID-EFF48735-E1FE-4FD3-96E5-C13950D7C562 attached to the hitch, not to the vehicle bumper or axle.
Never allow the tongue load to exceed 10% of the total Be sure to leave enough slack in the chain to permit
trailer load. If the tongue load exceeds 10%, rearrange turning corners.
the cargo in the trailer.
TRAILER BRAKES
GUID-E9EA7B1B-F3B1-4E20-AD37-C201099C7483
Maximum rearGUID-45A2201E-2DAC-4DA0-BB41-B3AB68C3C4B1
gross axle weight
Ensure that trailer brakes are installed as required by
local regulations. Also check that all other trailer
equipment conforms to local regulations.
Always block the wheels on both the vehicle and trailer
when parking. Apply the hand brake on the trailer if
equipped. Parking on a steep slope is not recom-
mended.
If parking on a steep slope is unavoidable, place the
shift lever in the “P” (Park) position (Continuously
Variable Transmission model) or the shift lever in an
CA0050 appropriate gear (Manual Transmission model), and
turn the front wheels towards the curb.
The rear gross axle weight must not exceed the Gross
Axle Weight Rating (GAWR).
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ELECTRIC POWER STEERING


BRAKE SYSTEM
SYSTEM
GUID-EAB6A8C3-C092-41F6-A582-7BF83E12921F GUID-524F2163-875B-4D31-9A49-A2DA9D150D31
When the electric power steering warning light The brake system has two separate hydraulic circuits. If
WARNING: illuminates with the engine running, the power assist one circuit malfunctions, you will still have braking
. If the engine is not running or is turned off for the steering will cease operation. You will still have ability at two wheels.
while driving, the power assist for the control of the vehicle. However, greater steering effort
is needed, especially in sharp turns and at low speeds. BRAKE PRECAUTIONS
GUID-995F14BA-3250-45E8-A4D5-EFBD0B632895
steering will not work. The steering will be
much harder to operate. Vacuum assisted brakes
GUID-7AE8E208-0576-4BD2-8C93-C8FFF26A62C6
. When the electric power steering warning The brake booster aids braking by using engine
light illuminates with the engine running, the vacuum. If the engine stops, you can stop the vehicle
power assist for the steering will cease by depressing the foot brake pedal. However, greater
operation. You will still have control of the foot pressure on the foot brake pedal will be required
vehicle but the steering will be harder to to stop the vehicle. The stopping distance will be
operate. longer.
The electric power steering system is designed to If the engine is not running or is turned off while driving,
provide power assist while driving to operate the the power assisted brakes will not function. Braking
steering wheel with light force. will be harder.
When the steering wheel is operated repeatedly or
WARNING:
continuously while parking or driving at a very low
speed, the power assist for the steering wheel will be Do not coast with the engine stopped.
reduced. This is to prevent overheating of the electric
power steering system and protect it from getting For model with Brake Assist: When the brake pedal is
damaged. While the power assist is reduced, steering depressed slowly and firmly, you may hear a clicking
wheel operation will become heavy. When the noise and feel a slight pulsation. This is normal and
temperature of the electric power steering system indicates that the Brake Assist System is operating.
goes down, the power assist level will return to normal.
Using brakes
Avoid repeating such steering wheel operations that GUID-B3E7B0F5-C532-43D1-8150-97FB7B385CFC

could cause the electric power steering system to Avoid resting your foot on the foot brake pedal while
overheat. driving. This will overheat the brakes, wear out the
brake linings/pads faster, and increase fuel consump-
You may hear a fricative sound when the steering
tion.
wheel is operated quickly. However, this is not a
malfunction. To help reduce brake wear and to prevent the brakes
from overheating, reduce speed and downshift to a
If the electric power steering warning light
lower gear before going down a slope or long grade.
illuminates while the engine is running, it may indicate
Overheated brakes may reduce braking performance
the electric power steering system is not functioning
and could result in loss of vehicle control.
properly and may need servicing. Have the electric
power steering system checked by a NISSAN dealer. While driving on a slippery surface, be careful when
(See “Electric power steering warning light” (P.2-13).) braking, accelerating or downshifting. Abrupt braking

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or acceleration could cause the wheels to skid and Driving downhill


GUID-32139F93-F218-4D2C-BC4E-B0CC3241F2E9
using tire chains. Always maintain a safe
result in an accident. The engine braking action is effective for controlling distance from the vehicle in front of you.
the vehicle while descending hills. For Manual Trans- Ultimately, the driver is responsible for
Wet brakes GUID-11304DAE-D8A1-41C5-9629-EB4E233FA326 safety.
mission (MT) model, the shift lever should be placed in
When the vehicle is washed or driven through water, the lower speed position prior to descending.For . Tire type and condition may also affect
the brakes may get wet. As a result, your braking Continuously Variable Transmission (CVT) model, the braking effectiveness.
distance will be longer and the vehicle may pull to one manual shift mode or the “L” position should be
side during braking. — When replacing tires, install the speci-
selected. fied size of tires on all four wheels.
To dry the brakes, drive the vehicle at a safe speed
while lightly depressing the foot brake pedal to heat up BRAKE ASSIST (if equipped)
GUID-CDBFBD03-A9DF-438C-AF95-F32FB9DAFFB2
— When installing a spare tire, make sure
the brakes. Do this until the brakes return to normal. When the force applied to the brake pedal exceeds a that it is the proper size and type as
Avoid driving the vehicle at high speeds until the certain level, the Brake Assist is activated generating specified on the tire placard. (See “Tire
brakes function correctly. greater braking force than a conventional brake placard” (P.9-9).)
booster even with light pedal force. — For detailed information, see “Tires and
Parking brake break-in
GUID-9F650418-1153-4519-A067-F7B1AB1F0389 wheels” (P.8-31).
Break in the parking brake shoes whenever the WARNING:
stopping effect of the parking brake is weakened or The Anti-lock Braking System (ABS) controls the
whenever the parking brake shoes and/or drums/rotors The Brake Assist is only an aid to assist braking brakes so the wheels do not lock during hard braking
are replaced, in order to assure the best braking operation and is not a collision warning or or when braking on slippery surfaces. The system
performance. avoidance device. It is the driver’s responsibility detects the rotation speed at each wheel and varies
to stay alert, drive safely and be in control of the the brake fluid pressure to prevent each wheel from
This procedure is described in the vehicle service vehicle at all times.
manual and can be performed by a NISSAN dealer. locking and sliding. By preventing each wheel from
locking, the system helps the driver maintain steering
Driving uphill ANTI-LOCK BRAKING SYSTEM (ABS) (if control and helps to minimize swerving and spinning
GUID-98F5E8C2-2DFE-4585-B8B6-542F87613B7A
When starting on a steep grade, it is sometimes equipped) GUID-C5C2BDDA-1861-49E4-A3EF-B800D31DBF5F on slippery surfaces.
difficult to operate both the brake and clutch (for
WARNING: Using system GUID-33131E90-4EC6-4CBB-B87D-88A622F21705
Manual Transmission model). Apply the parking brake
to hold the vehicle. Do not slip the clutch. When ready Depress the brake pedal and hold it down. Depress
. The Anti-lock Braking System (ABS) is a
to start, slowly release the parking brake while the brake pedal with firm steady pressure, but do not
sophisticated device, but it cannot prevent
depressing the accelerator pedal and releasing the pump the brakes. The ABS will operate to prevent the
accidents resulting from careless or danger-
clutch pedal. wheels from locking up. Steer the vehicle to avoid
ous driving techniques. It can help maintain
obstacles.
vehicle control during braking on slippery
surfaces. Remember that stopping distances
on slippery surfaces will be longer than on WARNING:
normal surfaces even with ABS. Stopping Do not pump the brake pedal. Doing so may
distances may also be longer on rough, result in increased stopping distances.
gravel or snow covered roads, or if you are

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VEHICLE SECURITY COLD WEATHER DRIVING


GUID-16129265-62AC-4A0C-9B39-48A5D69BB276 GUID-EBC97F4F-D1CC-40F0-8EC6-B8EC419B4084
Self-test feature When leaving your vehicle unoccupied:
GUID-25A12632-42C1-404E-B198-BDCF201D1532 WARNING:
The ABS includes electronic sensors, electric pumps, . Always take the key with you - even when leaving
hydraulic solenoids and a computer. The computer has the vehicle in your own garage. . Whatever the condition, drive with caution.
a built-in diagnostic feature that tests the system each . Close all windows completely and lock all doors. Accelerate and decelerate with great care. If
time you start the engine and move the vehicle at a low . Always park your vehicle where it can be seen. accelerating or decelerating too fast, the
speed in forward or reverse. When the self-test Park in a well lit area during the night. drive wheels will lose even more traction.
occurs, you may hear a “clunk” noise and/or feel a . If the security system is equipped, use it - even for . Allow more stopping distance in cold weath-
pulsation in the brake pedal. This is normal and does a short period. er driving. Braking should be started sooner
not indicate a malfunction. If the computer senses a than on dry pavement.
. Never leave children or pets in the vehicle
malfunction, it switches the ABS off and illuminates the
unattended. . Keep at a greater distance from the vehicle
ABS warning light on the instrument panel. The brake
. Never leave valuables inside the vehicle. Always in front of you on slippery roads.
system then operates normally, but without anti-lock
assistance. take valuables with you. . Wet ice (08C, 328F and freezing rain), very
. Never leave the vehicle documents in the vehicle. cold snow and ice can be slick and very
If the ABS warning light illuminates during the self-test
. Never leave articles on a roof rack. Remove them difficult to drive on. The vehicle will have a
or while driving, have the vehicle checked by a
from the rack and keep and lock them inside the lot less traction or grip under these condi-
NISSAN dealer.
vehicle. tions. Try to avoid driving on wet ice until the
Normal operation . Never leave the spare key in the vehicle. road is salted or sanded.
GUID-7317FE84-7DF1-491B-AE03-A1D35165D3DC
The ABS operates at speeds above 5 to 10 km/h (3 to . Watch for slippery spots (glaring ice). These
6 MPH). The speed varies according to road condi- may appear on an otherwise clear road in
tions. shaded areas. If a patch of ice is seen ahead,
brake before reaching it. Try not to brake
When the ABS senses that one or more wheels are
while actually on the ice, and avoid any
close to locking up, the actuator rapidly applies and
sudden steering maneuvers.
releases hydraulic pressure. This action is similar to
pumping the brakes very quickly. You may feel a . Do not use cruise control on slippery roads.
pulsation in the brake pedal and hear a noise from . Snow can trap dangerous exhaust gas under
under the hood or feel a vibration from the actuator your vehicle. Keep snow clear of the exhaust
when it is operating. This is normal and indicates that pipe and from around your vehicle.
the ABS is operating properly. However, the pulsation
may indicate that road conditions are hazardous and
extra care is required while driving.

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BATTERY GUID-C2CA590A-9BA8-4FC1-9CCC-FDAEE005A29C
fenders or underbody. In addition, drive at a which may be required in some areas, consult a
If the battery is not fully charged during extremely cold reduced speed, otherwise, your vehicle may be NISSAN dealer.
weather conditions, the battery fluid may freeze and damaged and/or vehicle handling and perfor-
damage the battery. To maintain maximum efficiency, mance may be adversely affected.
the battery should be checked regularly. For details, SPECIAL WINTER EQUIPMENT
GUID-87A06AD4-9E97-40C3-AE6B-765ECEC9A0CA
see “Battery” (P.8-18).
It is recommended that the following items be carried
ENGINE COOLANT
GUID-7A6B0449-65CB-41B1-8B96-CE9ED7D446D2
in the vehicle during the winter:
If the vehicle is to be left outside without anti-freeze, . A scraper and stiff-bristled brush to remove ice
drain the cooling system, including the engine block. and snow from the windows.
Refill before operating the vehicle. For details, see . A sturdy, flat board to be placed under the jack to
“Changing engine coolant” (P.8-8). give it firm support.
. A shovel to dig the vehicle out of snowdrifts.
TIRE EQUIPMENT
GUID-64E9A9C9-4E88-4008-9967-F2592A02E8D2
1. If you have snow tires installed on the front/rear PARKING BRAKE
GUID-AA570ECB-5F9D-4900-BD7B-65F841C1AAD8
wheels of your vehicle, they should be of the same When parking in the area where the outside tempera-
size, loading range, construction and type (bias, ture is below 08C (328F), do not apply the parking
bias-belted or radial) as the rear/front tires. brake to prevent it from freezing. For safe parking:
2. If the vehicle is to be operated in severe winter . Place the shift lever in the “P” (Park) position
conditions, snow tires should be installed on all (Continuously Variable Transmission (CVT) mod-
four wheels. el).
3. For additional traction on icy roads, studded tires . Place the shift lever in the “1” (1st) or “R”
may be used. However, some countries, provinces (Reverse) position (Manual Transmission (MT)
and states prohibit their use. Check local, state model).
and provincial laws before installing studded tires. . Securely block the wheels.
Skid and traction capabilities of studded
snow tires, on wet or dry surfaces, may be CORROSIONGUID-605EEE0A-D879-474B-9CA2-428161302F6C
PROTECTION
poorer than that of non-studded snow tires. Chemicals used for road surface deicing are extremely
4. Snow chains may be used if desired. Make sure corrosive and will accelerate corrosion and the
they are the proper size for the tires on your deterioration of underbody components such as the
vehicle and are installed according to the chain exhaust system, fuel and brake lines, brake cables,
manufacturer’s instructions. Use chain tensioners floor pan and fenders.
when recommended by the tire chain manufac- In the winter, the underbody must be cleaned
turer to ensure a tight fit. Loose end links of the tire periodically. For additional information, see
chains must be secured or removed to prevent the “Corrosion protection” (P.7-5).
possibility of whipping action damage to the For additional protection against rust and corrosion,

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MEMO

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6 In case of emergency

Hazard indicator flasher switch ............................................................


.... 6-2 Jump starting ............................................................................................
.... 6-5
Flat tire ....
....................................................................................................... 6-2 Push starting ............................................................................................
.... 6-7
Stopping vehicle .... ............................................................................... 6-2 If your vehicle overheats .......................................................................
.... 6-7
Preparing tools and spare tire .......................................................
.... 6-2 Towing your vehicle ................................................................................
.... 6-8
Blocking wheels ................................................................................
.... 6-3 Towing precautions ........................................................................
.... 6-8
Removing wheel cover (if equipped) ...........................................
.... 6-3 Towing recommended by NISSAN ............................................
.... 6-8
Removing tire .....................................................................................
.... 6-3
Installing spare tire .... ........................................................................... 6-4
Stowing damaged tire and tools ...................................................
.... 6-5

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HAZARD INDICATOR FLASHER


FLAT TIRE
SWITCH
GUID-731D6607-4AFE-4B6B-8CEA-9FC3B0AD95C8
GUID-DC13C8BB-D3C5-4ABE-9B25-588DE68D652F
If you have a flat tire, follow the instructions as follows. clear of the vehicle.
STOPPING VEHICLE
GUID-6E3362D8-C092-442C-91E5-C16CBD838BC7 PREPARING TOOLS AND SPARE TIRE
GUID-0A9AE268-59C1-4A9D-8532-F6593649CFF6

WARNING:
. Be sure to apply the parking brake firmly.
. Be sure to move the shift lever to the “R”
(Reverse) position (Manual Transmission
(MT) model).
. Be sure to move the shift lever to the “P”
SIC2475 (Park) position (Continuously Variable
Transmission (CVT) model).
The hazard indicator flasher switch operates regard-
less of the ignition switch position except when the . Never change tires when the vehicle is on a
battery is discharged. slope, ice or slippery area. This is hazardous.
The hazard indicator flasher is used to warn other . Never change tires when the oncoming
drivers when you have to stop or park under traffic is close to your vehicle. Call for
emergency conditions. professional road assistance.
When the hazard indicator flasher switch is pushed, all 1. Safely move the vehicle off the road away from
turn signal lights will flash. To turn off the hazard traffic.
indicator flasher, push the hazard indicator flasher 2. Turn on the hazard indicator flasher lights.
switch again.
3. Park on a level surface.
4. Apply the parking brake.
5. Continuously Variable Transmission (CVT) model:
Move the shift lever to the “P” (Park) position. JVE0104X
Manual Transmission (MT) model: Move the shift
Open the back door. Raise the cargo floor board *
1 .
lever to the “R” (Reverse) position.
Remove jacking tools.
6. Turn off the engine.
7. Open the hood:
. To warn other traffic.
. To signal professional road assistance person-
nel that you need assistance.
8. Have all passengers get out from the vehicle and
stand in a safe place, away from other traffic and

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BLOCKING WHEELS
GUID-23E7DEFB-5802-48C9-BB6F-FDF013EA5A18 WARNING:
Never use your hands to remove the wheel
cover. This may cause personal injury.

To remove the wheel cover, use the jack rod *


1 as
illustrated.
Apply cloth *
2 between the wheel and jack rod to
prevent damaging the wheel and wheel cover.

REMOVING TIRE
GUID-F9E36B2A-7AA5-4B04-8663-E2B23C1A97CC

MCE0001D
Jacking up vehicle
GUID-B37ACDE4-B409-461F-93E1-BF96415D844D

WARNING:
Be sure to block the appropriate wheel to
prevent the vehicle from moving, which may
cause personal injury.

Place suitable blocks *1 at both the front and back of


the wheel diagonally opposite the flat tire * A to
prevent the vehicle from moving when it is jacked up.

JVE0019X REMOVING WHEEL COVER (if equipped)


GUID-03E2B6E6-23A9-4BB1-9E8F-DBC8ACF2A577
JVE0016X
Jack-up points
The spare tire is located under the cargo floor board.
Loosen the clamp * 2 and remove the spacer *
1 and
take out the spare tire.

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Removing tire GUID-972115C8-16B3-429F-9DF1-CC69110A00AF


1. Remove the wheel nuts.
2. Remove the damaged tire.

CAUTION:
The tire is heavy. Be sure that your feet are clear
from the tire and use gloves as necessary to
avoid injury.

SCE0504 INSTALLING GUID-028A15EE-D4CA-4435-AFC6-94D3C9EC3071


SPARE TIRE
. Be sure to read the caution label attached to
WARNING:
the jack body before using.
. Be sure to read and follow the instructions in
1. Place the jack directly under the jack-up point as
this section.
illustrated so that the top of the jack contacts the
. DO NOT GET UNDER A VEHICLE THAT IS vehicle at the jack-up point.
SUPPORTED BY A JACK.
The jack should be placed on firm level
. Never use a jack which is not provided with ground.
your vehicle.
2. Align the jack head between the two notches
. The jack, which is provided with your vehicle, located at the jack-up point of either the front or
is designed only to lift your vehicle during a SCE0039
the rear section.
tire change. Do not use the jack provided
3. Fit the groove of the jack head between the
with your vehicle on other vehicles. WARNING:
notches as shown.
. Never jack up the vehicle at a location other . Never use wheel nuts which are not provided
4. Loosen each wheel nut, counterclockwise, one or
than the jack-up point that is specified. with your vehicle. Incorrect wheel nuts or
two turns with the wheel nut wrench.
. Never lift the vehicle more than necessary. improperly tightened wheel nuts may cause
Do not remove the wheel nuts until the tire is
. Never use blocks on or under the jack. the wheel to become loose or come off. This
off the ground.
could cause an accident.
. Never start or run the engine while the 5. Carefully raise the vehicle until the clearance
vehicle is on the jack. The vehicle may move . Never use oil or grease on the wheel studs
between the tire and ground is achieved.
suddenly, and this may cause an accident. or nuts. This may cause the wheel nuts to
6. To lift the vehicle, securely hold the jack lever and become loose.
. Never allow passengers to remain in the rod with both hands and turn the jack lever.
vehicle while the tire is off the ground. 1. Clean any mud or dirt from the surface between
the wheel and hub.

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JUMP STARTING
GUID-CA3FC571-40A7-4E0F-A6D6-412F4AB6C190
2. Carefully put the spare tire on and tighten the STOWING DAMAGED TIRE AND TOOLS
wheel nuts with your fingers. Check that all the
GUID-1FABB527-F376-4605-B0E8-545A3C1B479F WARNING:
wheel nuts contact the wheel surface horizontally. WARNING: . Incorrect jump starting can lead to a battery
3. Tighten the wheel nuts alternately and evenly in explosion. The battery explosion may result
Be sure that the tire, jack and tools used are
the sequence illustrated (*
1 - *5 ), more than 2
properly stored after use. Such items can
in severe injury or death. It may also result in
times with the wheel nut wrench, until they are damage to the vehicle. Be sure to follow the
become dangerous projectiles in an accident or
tight. instructions in this section.
sudden stop.
4. Lower the vehicle slowly until the tire touches the . Explosive hydrogen gas is always present in
ground. 1. Securely store the jack, tools and the damaged the vicinity of the battery. Keep all sparks
tire in the storage area. and flames away from the battery.
5. Tighten the wheel nuts securely, with the wheel
nut wrench, in the sequence illustrated. 2. Replace the cargo floor board. . Always wear suitable eye protection and
3. Close the back door. remove rings, bracelets, and any other jew-
6. Lower the vehicle completely.
elry whenever working on or near a battery.
Tighten the wheel nuts to the specified torque
. Never lean over the battery while jump
with a torque wrench as soon as possible.
starting.
Wheel nut tightening torque:
108 N·m (11 kg-m, 80 ft-lb) . Never allow battery fluid to come into
contact with eyes, skin, clothes or the
The wheel nuts must be kept tightened to vehicle’s painted surfaces. Battery fluid is a
specification at all times. It is recommended corrosive sulfuric acid which can cause
that the wheel nuts be tightened to specification severe burns. If the fluid comes into contact
at each lubrication interval. with anything, immediately flush the con-
tacted area with plenty of water.
WARNING: . Keep the battery out of the reach of children.
Retighten the wheel nuts when the vehicle has . The booster battery must be rated at 12
been driven for 1,000 km (600 miles) (also in volts. Use of an incorrectly rated battery will
cases of a flat tire, etc.). damage your vehicle.
. Never attempt to jump start a frozen battery.
It could explode and cause serious injury.

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CAUTION:
Never keep the starter motor engaged for more
than 10 seconds. If the engine does not start
right away, place the ignition switch in the “OFF”
position and wait at least 10 seconds before
trying again.

12. After the engine is started, carefully disconnect


the jumper cables in the opposite sequence from
that illustrated (*
4 , *
3 , *
2 , *1 ).
JVE0108X
13. Remove and dispose of the cloth as it may be
1. If the booster battery is in another vehicle * B , 6. Remove the vent caps, if equipped, on the battery. contaminated with corrosive acid.
position the two vehicles *A and * B to bring the
7. Cover the battery with a firmly wrung out moist 14. Replace the vent caps, if removed.
batteries into close proximity to each other. cloth to reduce the hazard of an explosion.
8. Connect the jumper cables in the sequence as
CAUTION:
illustrated (*
1 , *
2 , *
3 , *
4 ).
*
If the battery of vehicle A equipped with the
Intelligent Key system is discharged, the ignition CAUTION:
switch cannot be moved from the “LOCK”
position and, if the steering lock is engaged, . Always connect positive + to positive + and
the steering wheel cannot be moved. Connect negative 7 to body ground, NOT to the
the jumper cables to the booster vehicle B * battery’s negative 7.
before turning the ignition switch and disenga- . Be sure that the jumper cables do not touch
ging the steering lock. moving parts in the engine compartment.

2. Apply the parking brake. . Be sure that the jumper cable’s clamps do
not contact any other metal.
3. Continuously Variable Transmission (CVT) model:
Move the shift lever to the “P” (Park) position. 9. Start the engine of the booster vehicle *
B and let
Manual Transmission (MT) model: Move the shift it run for a few minutes.
lever to the “N” (Neutral) position. 10. Depress the accelerator pedal of the booster
4. Switch off all unnecessary electrical systems vehicle *
B at about 2,000 rpm.
(headlights, heater, air conditioner, etc.). 11. Start the engine of the jumped vehicle *
A in the
5. Place the ignition switch in the “LOCK” position. normal manner.

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PUSH STARTING IF YOUR VEHICLE OVERHEATS


GUID-9D920AF3-899E-4949-B9DE-B9DA38EBCD0D GUID-6FF3F0CC-8B6E-46AC-926D-3EB9C863FE4D
Do not attempt to start the engine by pushing the 5. Open all the windows.
vehicle. WARNING:
6. Turn off the air conditioner. Move the temperature
. Never continue driving if your vehicle over- control to maximum hot and the fan control to high
CAUTION: heats. Doing so could cause a vehicle fire. speed.
. Continuously Variable Transmission (CVT)/ . Never open the hood if steam is coming out. 7. Get out from the vehicle.
Manual Transmission (MT) model cannot be . Never remove the radiator or coolant reser- 8. Visually inspect and listen for steam or coolant
started by pushing. Attempting to do so may voir cap while the engine is hot. If the escaping from the radiator before opening the
cause damage to the transmission. radiator or coolant reservoir cap is removed hood. Wait until no steam or coolant can be seen
. Three-way catalyst equipped model should when the engine is hot, pressurized hot before proceeding.
not be started by pushing. Attempting to do water will spurt out and possibly cause
9. Open the engine hood.
so may cause damage to the catalyst. burning, scalding or serious injury.
10. Visually inspect if the cooling fan is running.
. Never try to start the engine by towing. . If steam or coolant is coming from the
When the engine starts, the forward surge engine, stand clear of the vehicle to prevent 11. Visually inspect the radiator and radiator hoses for
could cause the vehicle to collide with the getting burned. leakage.
towing vehicle. . The engine cooling fan will start at anytime If the cooling fan is not running or the coolant is
when the coolant temperature exceeds pre- leaking, stop the engine.
set degrees. 12. After the engine cools down, check the coolant
. Be careful not to allow your hands, hair, level in the reservoir with the engine running. Do
jewelry or clothing to come into contact with, not open the radiator cap.
or to get caught in the cooling fan or drive 13. Add coolant to the reservoir if necessary.
belts. Have your vehicle inspected/repaired at a NISSAN
If your vehicle is overheating (indicated by the high dealer.
temperature indicator), or if you feel a lack of engine
power, detect unusual noise, etc., take the following
steps:
1. Safely move the vehicle off the road away from
traffic.
2. Turn on the hazard indicator flasher lights.
3. Apply the parking brake.
4. Continuously Variable Transmission (CVT) model:
Move the shift lever to the “P” (Park) position.
Manual Transmission (MT) model: Move the shift
lever to the “N” (Neutral) position.
DO NOT STOP THE ENGINE.

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TOWING YOUR VEHICLE


GUID-69740B53-3C7A-41B9-8F95-F0E7FA4B4FAC
When towing your vehicle, local regulations for towing TOWING RECOMMENDED BY NISSAN
GUID-9EF33807-9D9B-4011-8B78-623D89036CBF
must be followed. Incorrect towing equipment could
damage your vehicle. To assure proper towing and to Two-Wheel Drive (2WD) models
GUID-3646D4FA-EFB8-4F09-A7F3-936517691C4D
prevent accidental damage to your vehicle, NISSAN
recommends that you have professional road assis-
tance personnel tow your vehicle. It is advisable to
have the professional road assistant carefully read the
following precautions.

TOWING PRECAUTIONS
GUID-8DAF4418-6E64-4D27-BC10-07511BA91A9C
. Be sure that the transmission, steering system,
and drivetrain are in working condition before
towing. If any units are damaged, the vehicle must
be towed using a dolly or flatbed tow truck.
JVE0020X
. NISSAN recommends that your vehicle be towed
with the driving (front) wheels off the ground.
NISSAN recommends that towing dollies be used Rear wheels on GUID-9E14C2E6-2E9C-4731-980B-C45B899B977B
the ground:
. Always attach safety chains before towing. under the front wheels when towing your vehicle or the 1. Place the ignition switch to the “OFF” position.
vehicle be placed on a flatbed tow truck as illustrated.
2. Secure the steering wheel in a straight-ahead
Front wheels onGUID-9E14C2E6-2E9C-4731-980B-C45B899B977B
the ground: position with rope or a similar device.
3. Move the shift lever to the “N” (Neutral) position.
CAUTION:
4. Release the parking brake.
Never tow Continuously Variable Transmission
5. Attach safety chains whenever towing.
(CVT) model with the front wheels on the
ground. Doing so will cause serious and expen- All four wheels on the ground:
GUID-9E14C2E6-2E9C-4731-980B-C45B899B977B
sive damage to the drivetrain.
CAUTION:
Manual Transmission (MT) model:
Never tow CVT model with all four wheels on the
1. Place the ignition switch in the “OFF” position.
ground. Doing so will cause serious and expen-
2. Secure the steering wheel in a straight ahead sive damage to the transmission.
position with rope or a similar device.
Manual Transmission (MT) model:
3. Move the shift lever to the “N” (Neutral) position.
1. Place the ignition switch in the “OFF” position.
4. Release the parking brake.
2. Move the shift lever to the “N” (Neutral) position.
5. Attach safety chains whenever towing.
3. Release the parking brake.

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Freeing trapped vehicle


GUID-E1C53A8A-382D-4409-936A-B6A11CAB094F
Front: GUID-9E14C2E6-2E9C-4731-980B-C45B899B977B
Rear: GUID-9E14C2E6-2E9C-4731-980B-C45B899B977B

WARNING:
. Never allow anyone to stand near the towing
line during the pulling operation.
. Never spin the tires at high speed. This could
cause them to explode and result in serious
injury. Parts of the vehicle could also over-
heat and be damaged.
. Do not pull the vehicle using the rear hook.
The rear hook is not designed to pull the JVE0017X SCE0944
vehicle out in the event that the vehicle
Front Rear
becomes trapped. Do not use the rear hook to pull the vehicle.
In the event that your vehicle’s tires become trapped in
sand, snow, or mud, and the vehicle is unable to free
itself without being pulled, use the recovery hooks.
. Use the recovery hooks only. Do not attach the
pulling device to any other part of the vehicle body.
Otherwise, the vehicle body may be damaged.
. Use the recovery hooks to free a vehicle only.
. The recovery hooks are under tremendous stress
when used to free a trapped vehicle. Always pull
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the pulling device straight out from the vehicle.
Never pull on the recovery hooks at an angle. Front
*
1 Remove the hook cover from the bumper with a
suitable tool.
*
2 Securely install the recovery hook as illustrated.
(The hook is stored with the jacking tools.)
Make sure that the recovery hook is properly secured
in its storage area after use.

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7 Appearance and care

Cleaning exterior ......................................................................................


.... 7-2 Cleaning interior ......................................................................................
.... 7-3
Washing ..............................................................................................
.... 7-2 Air fresheners ..................................................................................
.... 7-4
Removing spots .................................................................................
.... 7-2 Floor mats .........................................................................................
.... 7-4
Waxing .................................................................................................
.... 7-2 Glass ..................................................................................................
.... 7-4
Glass ....................................................................................................
.... 7-2 Seat belts .........................................................................................
.... 7-4
Underbody ..........................................................................................
.... 7-3 Corrosion protection ..............................................................................
.... 7-5
Wheels .................................................................................................
.... 7-3 Most common factors contributing to vehicle corrosion ...... .... 7-5
Aluminum alloy wheels .... .................................................................... 7-3 Environmental factors influence rate of corrosion .................. .... 7-5
Chrome parts .....................................................................................
.... 7-3 To protect your vehicle from corrosion .....................................
.... 7-5

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CLEANING EXTERIOR
GUID-7CB8924B-F9C4-429D-ADB0-BC9E02AD6934
In order to maintain the appearance of your vehicle, it is . Avoid using tight-napped or rough cloths, WAXING GUID-FE346184-0DE5-4B3B-8AEC-E842874E9E91
important to take proper care of it. such as washing mitts. Care must be taken Regular waxing protects the paint surface and helps
when removing caked-on dirt or other for- maintain a new vehicle appearance.
Whenever possible, park your vehicle inside a garage
eign substances so the paint surface is not
or in a covered area to minimize the chances of After waxing, polishing is recommended to remove
scratched or damaged.
damaging the paint surface of your vehicle. built-up residue and to avoid a weathered appearance.
When it is necessary to park outside, park in a shady 3. Rinse the vehicle thoroughly with plenty of clean A NISSAN dealer can assist you in choosing the
area or protect the vehicle with a body cover. Be water. appropriate waxing products.
careful not to scratch the paint surface when 4. Use a dampened chamois to dry the paint surface
putting on or removing the body cover. and avoid leaving water spots. CAUTION:
WASHING When washing the vehicle, take care of the following: . Wash your vehicle thoroughly and comple-
GUID-9F6B826F-F269-47EF-A485-4DEB2E726776
In the following instances, wash your vehicle as soon . Inside flanges, joints and folds on the doors, tely before applying wax to the paint surface.
as possible to protect the paint surface: hatches and hood are particularly vulnerable to the . Always follow the manufacturer’s instruc-
effects of road salt. Therefore, these areas must tions supplied with the wax.
. After a rainfall, which may cause the paint surface
be cleaned regularly.
damage from acid rain. . Do not use a wax containing any abrasives,
. Be sure that the drain holes in the lower edge of
. After driving on coastal roads, which may cause cutting compounds or cleaners that may
the doors are not clogged.
rusting from the sea breeze. damage the vehicle finish.
. Spray water to the underbody and in the wheel
. When contaminants such as soot, bird droppings, Machine compounding or aggressive polishing on a
wells to loosen the dirt and/or wash away road
tree sap, metal particles or bugs get on the paint base coat/clear coat paint finish may dull the finish or
salt.
surface. leave swirl marks.
. When dust or mud builds up on the paint surface. REMOVING SPOTS
GUID-717DD9B1-5C26-44D0-A76C-3E699BC0B183
1. Wash the vehicle surface with a wet sponge and Remove tar and oil spots, industrial dust, insects, and
GLASS GUID-F15B5E23-8886-4DD3-AB87-39274A06846B
plenty of water. tree sap as quickly as possible from the paint surface Use glass cleaner to remove smoke and dust film from
2. Clean the vehicle surface gently and thoroughly to avoid lasting damage or staining. Special cleaning the glass surfaces. It is normal for glass to become
using a mild soap, a special vehicle soap or a products are available at a NISSAN dealer or any coated with a film after the vehicle is parked in the hot
general purpose dishwashing liquid mixed with automotive accessory store. sun. Glass cleaner and a soft cloth will easily remove
clean, lukewarm (never hot) water. this film.

CAUTION:
. Do not wash the vehicle with strong house-
hold soap, strong chemical detergents, ga-
soline or solvents.
. Do not wash the vehicle in direct sunlight or
while the vehicle body is hot, as the paint
surface may become water-spotted.

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CLEANING INTERIOR
GUID-E4C0088E-D11B-428E-9FC8-BCF4B6D9231F
UNDERBODY GUID-89AF2A41-6CEA-44E0-80F8-1B7040436EE7 . Do not use a cleaner that uses strong acid or Occasionally remove loose dust from the interior trim,
alkali contents to clean the wheels. plastic parts and seats using a vacuum cleaner or soft
In areas where road salt is used in the winter, it is
bristled brush. Wipe the vinyl and leather surfaces with
necessary to clean the vehicle’s underbody regularly in . Do not apply wheel cleaners to the wheels
a clean, soft cloth dampened in mild soap solution,
order to prevent dirt and salt from building up and when they are hot. The wheel temperature
then wipe clean with a dry, soft cloth.
causing the acceleration of corrosion on the under- should be the same as ambient temperature.
body and suspension. Regular care and cleaning is required in order to
. Rinse the wheel to completely remove the
maintain the appearance of the leather.
Before the winter and again in the spring, the under- cleaner within 15 minutes after the cleaner is
seal must be checked and, if necessary, re-treated. applied. Before using any fabric protector, read the manufac-
turer’s recommendations. Some fabric protectors
WHEELS GUID-2390DE90-52B6-4CC6-847A-7DC2BA9E7940 CHROME PARTS contain chemicals that may stain or bleach the seat
GUID-A28C0751-4F80-44DA-8C22-EFE406D2DF5D
. Wash the wheels when washing the vehicle to Clean all chrome parts regularly with a nonabrasive material.
maintain their appearance. chrome polish to maintain the finish. Use a soft cloth dampened only with water to clean the
. Clean the inner side of the wheels when the wheel meter and gauge lens covers.
is changed or the underside of the vehicle is
washed. CAUTION:
. Do not use abrasive cleaners when washing the
. Never use benzine, thinner or any similar
wheels.
material.
. Inspect wheel rims regularly for dents or corrosion.
This may cause loss of pressure or damage the . Small dirt particles can be abrasive and
tire bead. damaging to leather surfaces and should be
removed promptly. Do not use saddle soap,
. NISSAN recommends that the road wheels be
car waxes, polishes, oils, cleaning fluids,
waxed to protect against road salt in areas where
solvents, detergents or ammonia-based
it is used during winter.
cleaners as they damage the natural leather
ALUMINUM ALLOY WHEELS finish.
GUID-1A54676E-FE36-464E-B750-86EA828DF50B
Wash the wheels regularly with a sponge dampened in . Never use fabric protectors unless recom-
a mild soap solution, especially during winter in areas mended by the manufacturer.
where road salt is used. The salt residue from road salt . Do not use glass or plastic cleaner on meter
could discolor the wheels if it is not washed off or gauge lens covers. It may damage the
regularly. lens covers.

CAUTION:
Follow the directions below to avoid staining or
discoloring the wheels:

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AIR FRESHENERS
GUID-491C1655-FB80-42E5-B748-615749AEB247
Floor mat positioning aid (driver’s side)
GUID-0F3306F1-4AE6-4165-B183-646B6719990D
SEAT BELTS GUID-30F2EF69-84CD-4146-8EDF-44903B81C08C
Most air fresheners use a solvent that could affect the
vehicle interior. If you use an air freshener, take the WARNING:
following precautions: . Do not allow wet seat belts to roll up in the
. Hanging-type air fresheners can cause permanent retractor.
discoloration when they contact vehicle interior . Never use bleach, dye or chemical solvents
surfaces. Place the air freshener in a location that to clean the seat belts, since these materials
allows it to hang free and not contact an interior may severely weaken the seat belt webbing.
surface.
. Liquid-type air fresheners typically clip on the The seat belts can be cleaned by wiping them with a
vents. These products can cause immediate sponge dampened in a mild soap solution.
damage and discoloration when spilled on interior JVA0010X Allow the belts to dry completely in the shade before
surfaces. Example (LHD model) using them. (See “Seat belts” (P.1-7).)
Carefully read and follow the manufacturer’s instruc- This vehicle includes front floor mat brackets to act as
tions before using air fresheners. a floor mat positioning aid. NISSAN floor mats have
been specially designed for your vehicle model.
FLOOR MATSGUID-FEB53C0F-2B13-4DA5-9FFC-A4B230889197 Position the mat by placing the floor mat bracket hook
The use of genuine NISSAN floor mats (if equipped) through the floor mat grommet hole while centering the
can extend the life of your vehicle carpet and make it mat in the foot area.
easier to clean the interior. Regardless of what mats
Periodically check that the mats are properly posi-
are used, be sure they are fitted for your vehicle and
tioned.
are properly positioned in the foot well to prevent
interference with pedal operation. Mats should be GLASS GUID-47B68639-6537-4853-8BB4-A5E527CF1D3C
maintained with regular cleaning and replaced if they
Use glass cleaner to remove smoke and dust film from
become excessively worn.
the glass surfaces. It is normal for glass to become
coated with a film after the vehicle is parked in the hot
sun. Glass cleaner and a soft cloth will easily remove
this film.

CAUTION:
When cleaning the inside of the windows, do not
use sharp-edged tools, abrasive cleaners or
chlorine-based disinfectant cleaners. They could
damage the electrical conductors, such as rear
window defogger elements.

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CORROSION PROTECTION
GUID-B2B2F40E-6DE1-431F-BFF7-7AD3044C6450

MOST COMMON FACTORS CONTRIBUT- TO PROTECT YOUR VEHICLE FROM


ING TO VEHICLE CORROSION CORROSIONGUID-77A08170-1FEB-45EA-BDB9-316B61A611C0
GUID-55FEEED2-A1C3-4B27-A550-4BBB7C8BF9E6
. The accumulation of moisture-retaining dirt and . Wash and wax your vehicle often to keep the
debris in body panel sections, cavities, and other vehicle clean.
areas. . Always check for minor damage to the paint
. Damage to the paint surface and other protective surface and if any exists, repair it as soon as
coatings caused by gravel and stone chips or possible.
minor traffic accidents. . Keep the drain holes in the lower edge of the
doors open to avoid water accumulation.
ENVIRONMENTAL FACTORS INFLUENCE . Check the vehicle underbody for accumulation of
RATE OF CORROSION
GUID-4D36D387-64CA-4EA3-9221-169D30C6EC41 sand, dirt or salt. If present, wash with water as
Moisture soon as possible.
GUID-6F6421FF-23F2-4A51-AC98-F8467A5769E8
The accumulation of sand, dirt and water on the inside
CAUTION:
floor of the vehicle can accelerate corrosion. Wet floor
carpet/floor mats will not dry completely inside the . Never remove dirt, sand or other debris from
vehicle. They should be removed and completely dried the passenger compartment by washing it
to avoid floor panel corrosion. out with a hose. Remove dirt with a vacuum
cleaner.
Relative humidity
GUID-C51023EB-DA4E-4AAD-B646-D10FD3960B66 . Never allow water or other liquids to come in
Corrosion will be accelerated in areas of high relative contact with electronic components inside
humidity. the vehicle as this may damage them.
Temperature GUID-08419ED2-3D09-4F9D-9B36-E32282165145 Chemicals used for road surface deicing are extremely
High temperatures accelerate the rate of corrosion to corrosive. They accelerate corrosion and deterioration
those parts which are not well ventilated. of underbody components such as the exhaust system,
Corrosion will also be accelerated in areas where the fuel and brake lines, brake cables, floor pan and
temperatures stay above freezing. fenders.
In the winter, the underbody must be cleaned
Air pollution GUID-4130D607-9939-412C-83E9-6FC9F3EC20D9 periodically.
Industrial pollution, the presence of salt in the air in For additional protection against rust and corrosion,
coastal areas, or heavy road salt use accelerates the which may be required in some areas, consult a
corrosion process. Road salt also accelerates the NISSAN dealer.
disintegration of paint surfaces.

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8 Maintenance and do-it-yourself

Maintenance requirements ....................................................................


.... 8-2 Wiper blades ........................................................................................
.... 8-15
Scheduled maintenance ..................................................................
.... 8-2 Windshield wiper blades ...........................................................
.... 8-15
General maintenance .......................................................................
.... 8-2 Rear window wiper blade .... ......................................................... 8-16
Where to go for service ..................................................................
.... 8-2 Window washer fluid ..........................................................................
.... 8-17
General maintenance ..............................................................................
.... 8-2 Battery ....
.................................................................................................... 8-18
Explanation of general maintenance items ................................. .... 8-2 Vehicle battery ..............................................................................
.... 8-18
Maintenance precautions ................................................................
.... 8-4 Remote controller battery ..........................................................
.... 8-19
Engine compartment check locations ................................................
.... 8-5 Intelligent Key battery .................................................................
.... 8-20
MRA8DE engine model ...................................................................
.... 8-5 Variable voltage control system (if equipped) .............................. .... 8-21
MR16DDT engine model ................................................................
.... 8-6 Fuses .......................................................................................................
.... 8-21
HR16DE engine model ...................................................................
.... 8-7 Engine compartment ...................................................................
.... 8-21
Engine cooling system ...........................................................................
.... 8-7 Passenger compartment ............................................................
.... 8-22
Checking engine coolant level ......................................................
.... 8-8 Lights ......................................................................................................
.... 8-23
Changing engine coolant ................................................................
.... 8-8 Headlights .....................................................................................
.... 8-23
Engine oil ...................................................................................................
.... 8-9 Exterior lights ................................................................................
.... 8-24
Checking engine oil level ................................................................
.... 8-9 Interior light ...................................................................................
.... 8-24
Changing engine oil and oil filter ..................................................
.... 8-9 Light locations ..............................................................................
.... 8-25
Drive belt .................................................................................................
.... 8-11 Legal requirement to adjust headlight beam (Halogen
Spark plugs ............................................................................................
.... 8-12 headlight model) ..........................................................................
.... 8-29
Iridium platinum-tipped spark plugs (if equipped) ................ .... 8-12 Tires and wheels ..................................................................................
.... 8-31
Platinum alloy-tipped spark plugs (if equipped) .................... .... 8-12 Tire inflation pressure .................................................................
.... 8-31
Brakes ......................................................................................................
.... 8-12 Types of tires ................................................................................
.... 8-31
Checking parking brake ...............................................................
.... 8-12 Tire chains .....................................................................................
.... 8-31
Checking foot brake pedal ..........................................................
.... 8-12 Tire rotation ...................................................................................
.... 8-31
Brake booster .................................................................................
.... 8-13 Tire wear and damage ...............................................................
.... 8-32
Brake fluid ..............................................................................................
.... 8-13 Tire age ..........................................................................................
.... 8-32
Clutch fluid (if equipped) ...................................................................
.... 8-14 Changing tires and wheels .......................................................
.... 8-32
Continuously Variable Transmission (CVT) fluid (if equipped) .... .... 8-15 Wheel balance .............................................................................
.... 8-32
Air cleaner filter .....................................................................................
.... 8-15 Spare tire .......................................................................................
.... 8-32

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MAINTENANCE REQUIREMENTS GENERAL MAINTENANCE


GUID-41D52985-13EF-4849-BE86-06FE33BE5839
GUID-59942846-7166-4224-BF7F-2B18FC065A82
Some day-to-day and regular maintenance is essential WHERE TO GO FOR SERVICE During normal day-to-day operation of the vehicle,
GUID-8553854F-873D-40F5-B030-38E68B98CDBD
to maintain your vehicle’s good mechanical condition, general maintenance should be performed regularly as
If maintenance service is required or your vehicle
as well as its emission and engine performance. prescribed in this section. If you detect any unusual
appears to malfunction, have the systems checked and
sounds, vibrations or smells, be sure to check for the
It is the owner’s responsibility to make sure that the tuned by an authorised NISSAN dealer.
cause or have a NISSAN dealer do it promptly. In
specified maintenance, as well as general mainte- addition, you should notify a NISSAN dealer if you think
nance, is performed. that repairs are required.
As the vehicle owner, you are the only one who can When performing any checks or maintenance work,
ensure that your vehicle receives the proper main- closely observe “Maintenance precautions” (P.8-4).
tenance care.
EXPLANATION OF GENERAL MAINTE-
SCHEDULED GUID-81E26708-DAB3-41AE-A752-C19E294DF186
MAINTENANCE NANCE ITEMS
GUID-93ED51D4-2178-43ED-8D01-7CDF6194EAC9
For your convenience, the required scheduled main-
Additional information on the following items
tenance items are described and listed in a separate
with “*” is found later in this section.
maintenance booklet. You must refer to that booklet to
ensure that necessary maintenance is performed on Outside vehicle
GUID-E2608191-CBFF-4F8A-B24A-EDE685639B84
your vehicle at regular intervals.
The maintenance items listed here should be per-
GENERAL MAINTENANCE formed from time to time, unless otherwise specified.
GUID-1163C165-40B6-4B3A-B9E9-F57588E6EADF
General maintenance includes those items which Doors and hood:GUID-9E14C2E6-2E9C-4731-980B-C45B899B977B
should be checked during normal day-to-day operation Check that all doors and the hood operate smoothly as
of the vehicle. They are essential if your vehicle is to well as the back door, trunk lid and hatch. Also make
continue to operate properly. It is your responsibility to sure that all latches lock securely. Lubricate if
perform these procedures regularly as prescribed. necessary. Make sure that the secondary latch keeps
Performing general maintenance checks requires the hood from opening when the primary latch is
minimal mechanical skill and a few general automotive released. When driving in areas using road salt or
tools. other corrosive materials, check lubrication frequently.
These checks or inspections can be done by yourself, Lights*: GUID-9E14C2E6-2E9C-4731-980B-C45B899B977B
a qualified technician, or if you prefer, your NISSAN Clean the headlights on a regular basis. Make sure that
dealer. the headlights, stop lights, tail lights, turn signal lights,
and other lights are all operating properly and installed
securely. Also check the aim of the headlights.

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Tires*: GUID-9E14C2E6-2E9C-4731-980B-C45B899B977B
needed. Steering wheel: GUID-9E14C2E6-2E9C-4731-980B-C45B899B977B
Check the pressure with a gauge often and always Windshield: Check for changes in the steering condition, such as
GUID-9E14C2E6-2E9C-4731-980B-C45B899B977B
prior to long distance trips. Adjust the pressure in all excessive play, hard steering or strange noises.
Clean the windshield on a regular basis. Check the
tires, including the spare, to the pressure specified.
windshield at least every six months for cracks or other Warning lights and chimes:
Check carefully for damage, cuts or excessive wear. GUID-9E14C2E6-2E9C-4731-980B-C45B899B977B
damage. Repair as necessary. Make sure that all warning lights and chimes are
Tire rotation*: GUID-9E14C2E6-2E9C-4731-980B-C45B899B977B operating properly.
Wiper blades*: GUID-9E14C2E6-2E9C-4731-980B-C45B899B977B
In the case that Two-Wheel Drive (2WD) and front &
Check for cracks or wear if not functioning correctly. Windshield defogger:
rear tires are same size; Tires should be rotated every GUID-9E14C2E6-2E9C-4731-980B-C45B899B977B

10,000 km (6,000 miles). Tires marked with directional Check that the air comes out of the defogger outlets
Inside vehicle
indicators can only be rotated between front and rear.
GUID-554469D2-1296-4F49-B7A0-0A8847FB7455 properly and in good quantity when operating the
The maintenance items listed here should be checked heater or air conditioner.
Make sure that the directional indicators point in the
on a regular basis, such as when performing periodic
direction of wheel rotation after the tire rotation is Windshield wiper and washer*:
maintenance, cleaning the vehicle, etc. GUID-9E14C2E6-2E9C-4731-980B-C45B899B977B
completed.
Check that the wipers and washer operate properly
In the case that Four-Wheel Drive (4WD) and front & Accelerator pedal:GUID-9E14C2E6-2E9C-4731-980B-C45B899B977B and that the wipers do not streak.
rear tires are same size; Tires should be rotated every Check the pedal for smooth operation and make sure
5,000 km (3,000 miles). Tires marked with directional that the pedal does not catch or require uneven effort. Under hood and vehicle
GUID-E5D10961-EA14-4A37-B87E-268783A0FC38
indicators can only be rotated between front and rear. Keep the floor mats away from the pedal. The maintenance items listed here should be checked
Make sure that the directional indicators point in the Brake pedal*: GUID-9E14C2E6-2E9C-4731-980B-C45B899B977B periodically (for example, each time you check the
direction of wheel rotation after the tire rotation is engine oil or refuel).
Check the pedal for smooth operation and make sure
completed.
that it is the proper distance from the floor mat when Battery*: GUID-9E14C2E6-2E9C-4731-980B-C45B899B977B
In the case that front tires are different size from rear depressed fully. Check the brake booster function. Be Except for maintenance free battery, check the fluid
tires; Tires cannot be rotated. sure to keep the floor mats away from the pedal. level in each cell. It should be between the “UPPER”
However, the timing for tire rotation may vary according Parking brake*: GUID-9E14C2E6-2E9C-4731-980B-C45B899B977B and “LOWER” lines. Vehicles operated in high
to your driving habits and the road surface conditions. temperatures or under severe conditions require
Check the parking brake operation regularly. Check
Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) trans- frequent checks of the battery fluid level.
that the lever (if equipped) or the pedal (if equipped)
mitter components (if equipped):
GUID-9E14C2E6-2E9C-4731-980B-C45B899B977B has the proper travel. Also make sure that the vehicle is Brake (and clutch) fluid level(s)*:
GUID-9E14C2E6-2E9C-4731-980B-C45B899B977B
Replace the TPMS transmitter grommet seal, valve held securely on a fairly steep hill when only the For Manual Transmission (MT) model; make sure that
core and cap when the tires are replaced due to wear parking brake is applied. the brake and clutch fluid levels are between the
or age. Seat belts: “MAX” and “MIN” lines on the reservoirs.
GUID-9E14C2E6-2E9C-4731-980B-C45B899B977B
Wheel alignment and balance:
GUID-9E14C2E6-2E9C-4731-980B-C45B899B977B Check that all parts of the seat belt system (for Except for Manual Transmission (MT) model; make
If the vehicle should pull to either side while driving on example, buckles, anchors, adjusters and retractors) sure that the brake fluid level is between the “MAX”
a straight and level road, or if you detect uneven or operate properly and smoothly, and are installed and “MIN” lines on the reservoir.
abnormal tire wear, there may be a need for wheel securely. Check the belt webbing for cuts, fraying,
alignment. If the steering wheel or seat vibrates at wear or damage.
normal highway speeds, wheel balancing may be
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Coolant level*: GUID-9E14C2E6-2E9C-4731-980B-C45B899B977B . Be sure the ignition switch is in the “OFF” or switch is in the “OFF” position and the
Check the coolant level when the coolant is cold. Make “LOCK” position when performing any parts engine is not running. To avoid injury, always
sure that the coolant level is between the “MAX” and replacement or repairs. disconnect the negative battery cable before
“MIN” lines on the reservoir. . Do not work under the hood while the working near the fan.

Engine drive belt(s)*: engine is hot. Always turn off the engine . Always wear eye protection whenever you
GUID-9E14C2E6-2E9C-4731-980B-C45B899B977B and wait until it cools down. work on your vehicle.
Make sure that drive belt(s) is/are not frayed, worn,
cracked or oily. . If you must work with the engine running, . Never leave the engine or transmission
keep your hands, clothing, hair and tools related component harness connector dis-
Engine oil level*:
GUID-9E14C2E6-2E9C-4731-980B-C45B899B977B away from moving fans, belts and any other connected while the ignition switch is in the
Check the level after parking the vehicle (on a level moving parts. “ON” position.
ground) and turning off the engine. . It is advisable to secure or remove any loose . Avoid direct contact with used engine oil and
Fluid leaks: clothing and any jewelry, such as rings, coolant. Improperly disposed engine oil,
GUID-9E14C2E6-2E9C-4731-980B-C45B899B977B
watches, etc. before working on your vehi- engine coolant, and/or other vehicle fluids
Check under the vehicle for fuel, oil, water or other fluid
cle. can hurt the environment. Always conform to
leaks after the vehicle has been parked for a while.
. If you must run the engine in an enclosed local regulations for disposal of vehicle
Water dripping from the air conditioner after use is
space such as a garage, be sure there is fluids.
normal. If you should notice any leaks or if fuel fumes
are evident, check for cause and have it corrected proper ventilation for exhaust gases to This “8. Maintenance and do-it-yourself” section
immediately. escape. provides instructions regarding only those items which
Windshield washer fluid*: . Never get under the vehicle while it is are relatively easy for an owner to perform.
GUID-9E14C2E6-2E9C-4731-980B-C45B899B977B
supported by a jack. You should be aware that incomplete or improper
Check that there is adequate fluid in the reservoir.
. Keep smoking materials, flame and sparks servicing may result in operating difficulties or ex-
MAINTENANCE PRECAUTIONS
GUID-E469E0D9-6CFF-4A9B-8459-D2B589DFA455
away from fuel and the battery. cessive emissions, and could affect your warranty
When performing any inspection or maintenance work . Never connect or disconnect either the coverage. If in doubt about any servicing, have it
on your vehicle, always take care to prevent serious battery or any transistorized component done by a NISSAN dealer.
accidental injury to yourself or damage to the vehicle. connector while the ignition switch is in the
The following are general precautions which should be “ON” position.
closely observed.
. On gasoline engine models with the Multi-
port Fuel Injection (MFI) system, the fuel
WARNING: filter and fuel lines should be serviced by a
. Park the vehicle on a level surface, apply the NISSAN dealer because the fuel lines are
parking brake securely and block the wheels under high pressure even when the engine is
to prevent the vehicle from moving. Move turned off.
the shift lever to the “P” (Park) position (CVT . Your vehicle is equipped with an automatic
model) or the shift lever to the “N” (Neutral) engine cooling fan. It may come on at any
position (MT model). time without warning, even if the ignition

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ENGINE COMPARTMENT CHECK


LOCATIONS
GUID-66B2162B-2CD7-470F-9DAD-BD99AF54AF2C

MRA8DE ENGINE MODEL


GUID-EF68A5F3-BA43-45B8-853E-91FCC2309EB6

JVC0363X

1. Brake and clutch* fluid reservoir 6. Window washer fluid reservoir


— Right-Hand Drive (RHD) models 7. Engine drive belt location
2. Engine oil filler cap 8. Engine oil dipstick
3. Brake fluid reservoir 9. Radiator cap
— Left-Hand Drive (LHD) models — Vehicle overheat
4. Air cleaner 10. Engine coolant reservoir
5. Battery 11. Fuse/fusible link holders
— Jump starting *: For Manual Transmission (MT) models

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MR16DDT ENGINE MODEL


GUID-934CC1DB-4294-4799-AEA9-ED2B57AE333C

JVM0262X

1. Brake and clutch* fluid reservoir 8. Engine coolant reservoir


2. Engine oil filler cap 9. Fuse/fusible link holder
3. Radiator cap 10. Battery
— Vehicle overheat — Jump starting
4. Air cleaner *: For Manual Transmission (MT) model
5. Window washer fluid reservoir
6. Engine drive belt location
7. Engine oil dipstick

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ENGINE COOLING SYSTEM


GUID-431BB6E1-F915-4C1F-8B9B-5A5747425D98
HR16DE ENGINE MODEL
GUID-C9ABEEC8-90E9-4A9F-9977-AA38DC1C1F0A WARNING:
. Never remove the radiator or coolant reser-
voir cap when the engine is hot. Serious
burns could be caused by high-pressure
fluid escaping from the radiator. Wait until
the engine and radiator cool down.
. Engine coolant is poisonous and should be
stored carefully in marked containers out of
the reach of children.
. If the engine was stopped soon when the
engine is hot, the cooling fan may operate
for approximately 10 minutes after the
engine was stopped to cool the components
in the engine compartment. When the cool-
ing fan is operating, be sure that hands or
other items do not get caught in it (for
MR16DDT engine).
The engine cooling system is filled at the factory with a
high-quality, year-round, anti-freeze coolant solution.
The anti-freeze solution contains rust and corrosion
inhibitors, therefore additional cooling system additives
are not necessary.

CAUTION:
JVC0364X
. Never use any cooling system additives such
1. Brake and clutch* fluid reservoir 6. Window washer fluid reservoir as radiator sealer. Additives may clog the
— Right-Hand Drive (RHD) models 7. Engine drive belt location cooling system and cause damage to the
2. Engine oil filler cap 8. Engine oil dipstick engine, transmission and/or cooling system.
3. Brake and clutch* fluid reservoir 9. Radiator cap . When adding or replacing coolant, be sure
— Left-Hand Drive (LHD) models — Vehicle overheat to use only Genuine NISSAN Engine Coolant
4. Air cleaner 10. Engine coolant reservoir or equivalent in its quality with the proper
5. Battery 11. Fuse/fusible link holders mixture ratio. Examples of the mixture ratio
— Jump starting of coolant and water are shown in the
*: For Manual Transmission (MT) models
following table:

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Outside . Never remove the radiator or coolant reser-


temperature Engine Demineralized voir cap when the engine is hot. Serious
down to coolant or distilled burns could be caused by high pressure fluid
(concentrated) water escaping from the radiator.
8C 8F
−15 5 30% 70% . Avoid direct skin contact with used coolant.
If skin contact is made, wash thoroughly
−35 −30 50% 50%
with soap or hand cleaner as soon as
The use of other types of coolant solutions may possible.
damage the engine cooling system. . Keep coolant out of the reach of children
The radiator is equipped with a pressure cap. To and pets.
JVM0160X
prevent engine damage, use only a Genuine NISSAN Engine coolant must be disposed of properly. Check
MRA8DE and HR16DE engine model
radiator cap or its equivalent when replacement is your local regulations.
Check the coolant level in the reservoir tank when the
required.
engine is cold. If the coolant level is below the MIN
CHECKING ENGINE COOLANT LEVEL level *2 , add coolant up to the MAX level * 1 . If the
GUID-D03A92CA-BED2-48B1-BCC9-483FEBCF0743
reservoir tank is empty, check the coolant level in the
radiator when the engine is cold. If there is
insufficient coolant in the radiator, fill the radiator with
coolant up to the filler opening and also add it to the
reservoir tank up to the MAX level * 1 .

If the cooling system frequently requires cool-


ant, have it checked by a NISSAN dealer.

CHANGING ENGINE COOLANT


GUID-48C2A2F9-80B7-4B82-8607-B4C24D1C4773
Contact a NISSAN dealer if replacement is required.
SDI2641
Major engine cooling system repair should be per-
MR16DDT engine model
formed by a NISSAN dealer. The service procedures
can be found in the appropriate NISSAN Service
Manual.
Improper servicing can result in reduced heater
performance and engine overheating.

WARNING:
. To avoid being scalded, never change the
coolant when the engine is hot.

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ENGINE OIL
GUID-B120ADA3-D03C-49B1-B529-7A274BD909D0

CHECKING ENGINE OIL LEVEL 6. Reinsert the dipstick all the way. hand cleaner and plenty of water as soon as
GUID-7FB3D707-060C-4B57-BBE7-3BDD80ACE305
7. Remove the dipstick and check the oil level. It possible.
should be within the range *
C . . Store used engine oil in marked containers
8. If the oil level is below *
A , remove the oil filler cap out of the reach of children.
and pour the recommended oil into the opening. 1. Park the vehicle on a level surface and apply the
Do not overfill * B . parking brake.
When filling the engine oil, do not remove 2. Start the engine and warm it up until the engine
the dipstick. temperature reaches the normal operating tem-
9. Recheck the oil level with the dipstick. perature (approximately 5 minutes).
It is normal to add some oil between oil 3. Stop the engine.
SDI1993
maintenance intervals or during the break-in 4. Wait at least 10 minutes for the engine oil to drain
period, depending on the severity of operat- back to the oil pan.
Type A
ing conditions.
5. Raise and support the vehicle using a suitable
floor jack and safety jack stands.
CAUTION:
. Place the safety jack stands under the vehicle
The oil level should be checked regularly. jack-up points.
Operating your vehicle with an insufficient . A suitable adapter should be attached to the
amount of oil can damage the engine, and such jack stand saddle.
damage is not covered by the warranty.
6. For HR16DE engine model, remove the plastic
CHANGING ENGINE OIL AND OIL FILTER engine undercover.
GUID-BFC63F3B-A179-42CF-BDF1-B43386889AD1 . Remove the bolts and plastic clips from the

SDI2721 WARNING: undercover.


Type B . Used oil must be disposed of properly. Never
1. Park the vehicle on a level surface and apply the
pour or dump oil into the ground, canals,
parking brake.
rivers, etc. It should be disposed of at proper
2. Start the engine and warm it up until the engine waste facilities. NISSAN recommends hav-
temperature reaches the normal operating tem- ing your oil changed by a NISSAN dealer.
perature (approximately 5 minutes).
. Be careful not to burn yourself, as the
3. Stop the engine. engine oil may be hot.
4. Wait at least 10 minutes for the engine oil to drain . Prolonged and repeated contact with used
back to the oil pan. engine oil may cause skin cancer.
5. Remove the dipstick and wipe it clean. . Avoid direct skin contact with used oil. If
contacted, wash thoroughly with soap or

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Engine oil and GUID-5F013F78-EE34-4C18-BFFB-79938408A1A2


filter CAUTION:
Waste oil must be disposed of properly. Check
your local regulations.

4. Loosen the oil filter with an oil filter wrench.


5. Remove the oil filter by turning it by hand.
6. Wipe the engine oil filter mounting surface with a
clean cloth.
Be sure to remove any old gasket remaining on the
JVM0081X
mounting surface.
MRA8DE and MR16DDT engine model
JVM0161X 7. Apply new engine oil to the gasket of the new oil
MRA8DE engine model filter.
8. Screw in the oil filter until a slight resistance is felt
and then tighten an additional 2/3 of a turn to
secure the filter.
Oil filter tightening torque:
15 to 20 N·m
(1.5 to 2.0 kg-m, 11 to 15 ft-lb)

9. Clean and reinstall the drain plug and new washer.


Securely tighten the drain plug with a wrench. Do
SDI2722
not use excessive force.
HR16DE engine model
SDI2652 Drain plug tightening torque:
MR16DDT engine model
*
1 Oil filler cap
29 to 39 N·m
*
2 Oil drain plug
(3.0 to 4.0 kg-m, 22 to 29 ft-lb)
*
3 Oil filter
1. Place a large drain pan under the drain plug. 10. Refill the recommended engine oil and quantity.
(See “Recommended fluids/lubricants and capa-
2. Remove the drain plug with a wrench.
cities” (P.9-2).)
3. Remove the oil filler cap and completely drain the
When filling the engine oil, do not remove
oil.
the dipstick (except for HR16DE engine
If the oil filter is to be changed, remove and model).
replace it at this time.
11. Securely install the oil filler cap.

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DRIVE BELT
GUID-4B37DD34-9FBB-48DA-870F-42F88580E4D7
12. Start the engine. Visually inspect the belt for signs of unusual wear, cuts,
13. Check the drain plug for any sign of leakage. fraying or looseness. Regularly check the condition
and tension (for HR16DE engine model). If the belt is
14. Dispose of the used oil in the proper manner. in poor condition or loose, have it replaced or adjusted
Check your local regulations. by a NISSAN dealer.
15. Check the engine oil level according to the proper
procedure. (See “Checking engine oil level” (P.8-
9).)

After the operation


GUID-D31C7ECF-FDA1-4CF1-B6A7-3C0771BADAF0
1. For HR16DE engine model, install the engine
SDI1881
undercover into position as the following steps.
MRA8DE and MR16DDT engine model
a. Pull the center of the small plastic clip out. 1. Alternator
b. Hold the engine undercover into position. 2. Drive belt auto-tensioner
c. Insert the clip through the undercover into the 3. Crankshaft pulley
hole in the frame, then push the center of the 4. Air conditioner compressor
clip in to lock the clip in place. 5. Water pump
d. Install the other bolts that hold the undercover
in place. Be careful not to strip the bolts or
over-tighten them.
2. Lower the vehicle carefully to the ground.
3. Dispose of waste oil and filter properly.

SDI1862
HR16DE engine model
1. Water pump
2. Alternator
3. Crankshaft pulley
4. Air conditioner compressor
!: Tension checking point
Be sure the ignition switch is in the “OFF” position.

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SPARK PLUGS BRAKES


GUID-5EDAE568-00C3-4A3B-9C28-6044BCDA9F5A
GUID-F497334F-4BCC-481C-99C2-53B8238FFDF5
PLATINUM ALLOY-TIPPED SPARK PLUGS CHECKING PARKING BRAKE
WARNING:
(if equipped) GUID-8A4B4C64-A675-4D67-A626-E073893DD58D GUID-7CB565C4-0463-4945-B007-47D7F7E6B757

Be sure the engine and ignition switch are off It is not necessary to replace the platinum alloy-tipped
and that the parking brake is applied. spark plugs as frequently as the conventional type of
spark plugs. These spark plugs are designed to last
Replace the spark plugs according to the maintenance
much longer than the conventional type of spark plugs.
log shown in a separate maintenance booklet.
If replacement is required, contact a NISSAN dealer. CAUTION:
. Do not reuse the platinum alloy-tipped spark
plugs by cleaning or re-gapping.
. Always replace with the recommended pla-
tinum alloy-tipped spark plugs. SDI1447A

From the released position, pull the parking brake lever


up slowly and firmly. If the number of clicks is out of the
range listed, see a NISSAN dealer.
Pulling force
196 N (20 kg, 44 lb)
SDI2670
Rear disc brake models:
IRIDIUM PLATINUM-TIPPED SPARK PLUGS 9 to 10 clicks
(if equipped) GUID-410FE3E4-441B-4391-8865-CAF43CB9DCEE Rear drum brake models:
It is not necessary to replace the iridium platinum- 8 to 9 clicks
tipped spark plugs as frequently as the conventional
type of spark plugs. These spark plugs are designed to CHECKING FOOT BRAKE PEDAL
GUID-0E50006C-EEFA-471F-802B-36E5E95578F4
last much longer than the conventional type of spark
plugs.

CAUTION:
. Do not reuse the iridium platinum-tipped
spark plugs by cleaning or re-gapping.
. Always replace with the recommended ir-
idium platinum-tipped spark plugs.

DI1020MR

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BRAKE FLUID
GUID-7B48C533-E5D3-486B-BF9A-FB22BA267E0A
performance of the brake system.
WARNING: WARNING:
Proper brake inspection intervals should be followed.
See a NISSAN dealer for a brake system check if For additional information, see a separate maintenance . Use only new fluid from a sealed container.
the foot brake pedal height does not return to booklet. Old, inferior, or contaminated fluid may
normal. damage the brake system. The use of
BRAKE BOOSTER improper fluids can damage the brake
With the engine running, check the distance * A
GUID-79F46EFD-F47C-47DD-98FB-536B7D3C7D06
Check the brake booster function as follows: system and affect the vehicle’s stopping
between the upper surface of the pedal and the metal
ability.
floor. If it is out the range listed, see a NISSAN dealer. 1. With the engine off, depress and release the foot
brake pedal several times. When the brake pedal . Clean the filler cap before removing.
* A : Depressing force
movement (distance of travel) remains the same
490 N (50 kg, 110 lb) . Brake fluid is poisonous and should be
from one pedal application to the next, continue on stored carefully in marked containers out
Rear drum brake models: to the next step. of the reach of children.
— 75 mm (2.95 in) or more (LHD models)
2. While depressing the foot brake pedal, start the
Rear disc brake models: engine. The pedal height should drop a little. CAUTION:
— 70 mm (2.76 in) or more (LHD models) 3. With the foot brake pedal depressed, stop the
— 85 mm (3.35 in) or more (RHD models) Do not spill the fluid on painted surfaces. This
engine. Keep the pedal depressed for about 30
will damage the paint. If fluid is spilled, wash it
seconds. The pedal height should not change.
off with plenty of water immediately.
Self-adjusting GUID-E1391AD9-018D-40D0-9FCB-F7BFE6269D65
brakes 4. Run the engine for 1 minute without depressing
Your vehicle is equipped with self-adjusting brakes. the foot brake pedal, then turn it off. Depress the
The disc-type brakes self-adjust every time the foot foot brake pedal several times. The pedal travel
brake pedal is applied. distance will decrease gradually with each de-
pression as the vacuum is released from the
Brake pad wear warning
GUID-0AD9F709-9ABC-45A7-8A9A-BEC9A3A9E863 booster.
The disc brake pads have audible wear warnings.
If the brakes do not operate properly, have the brakes
When a brake pad requires replacement, it will make a
checked by a NISSAN dealer.
high pitched scraping sound when the vehicle is in
motion. This scraping sound will first occur only when
the brake pedal is depressed. After more wear of the
brake pad, the sound will always be heard even if the
SDI2688
brake pedal is not depressed. Have the brakes
Left-Hand Drive (LHD) models
checked as soon as possible if the wear warning
sound is heard.
Under some driving or climate conditions, occasional
brake squeaks, squeals or other noises may be heard.
Occasional brake noise during light to moderate stops
is normal and does not affect the function or

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CLUTCH FLUID (if equipped)


GUID-49CB670B-6D6F-47EA-A1B5-33D3AF6563F7

WARNING:
. Use only new fluid from a sealed container.
Old, inferior, or contaminated fluid may
damage the clutch system.
. Clean the filler cap before removing.
. Clutch fluid is poisonous and should be
stored carefully in marked containers out of
the reach of children.
SDI2500 SDI2500
Right-Hand Drive (RHD) models CAUTION: Right-Hand Drive (RHD) models
Check the fluid level in the reservoir. If the fluid is Do not spill the clutch fluid on painted surfaces. Check the fluid level in the reservoir. If the fluid is
below the MIN line * 1 , the brake warning light will
This will damage the paint. If clutch fluid is below the MIN line * 1 , add fluid up to the MAX line
illuminate. Add fluid up to the MAX line * 2 . (For
spilled, wash it off with plenty of water immedi- *2 . (For recommended types of fluid, see “Recom-
recommended types of fluid, see “Recommended ately. mended fluids/lubricants and capacities” (P.9-2).)
fluids/lubricants and capacities” (P.9-2).) If the fluid must be added frequently, the clutch system
If the fluid must be added frequently, the system should should be thoroughly checked by a NISSAN dealer.
be thoroughly checked by a NISSAN dealer.

SDI2688
Left-Hand Drive (LHD) models

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CONTINUOUSLY VARIABLE
TRANSMISSION (CVT) FLUID (if AIR CLEANER FILTER WIPER BLADES
equipped) GUID-85F3A377-AEC4-4B2C-8B1A-DCA92F23BD68 GUID-31654BFB-7FD1-4485-8577-CEC93F60D8BD GUID-1E87C0C3-19A7-495E-AF48-A77448AE4962
Contact a NISSAN dealer if checking or replacement WINDSHIELDGUID-CB3E500E-FF38-4A23-B90C-E296B23CFC7A
WIPER BLADES
is required.
Cleaning GUID-1F848096-A502-4F62-82A8-5DCF0E18CBBB
CAUTION: If the windshield does not become clear after using the
. Use only Genuine NISSAN CVT Fluid NS-3. windshield washer or if the wiper blades chatter when
Do not mix with other fluids. operating the windshield wipers, wax or other materials
may be on the windshield and/or wiper blades.
. Using transmission fluid other than Genuine
NISSAN CVT Fluid NS-3 will damage the Clean the outside of the windshield surface with a
CVT, which is not covered by the warranty. washer solution or mild detergent. Your windshield is
clean if beads do not form when rinsing with water.
SDI2667
Clean the blade by wiping it with a cloth soaked in a
washer solution or a mild detergent. Rinse the blade
WARNING: with water. If your windshield is still not clear after
cleaning the blades and using the wipers, replace the
Operating the engine with the air cleaner filter
blades.
off can cause you or others to be burned. The air
cleaner filter not only cleans the intake air, it
also stops flame if the engine backfires. If the air
cleaner filter is not installed and the engine
backfires, you could be burned. Never drive with
the air cleaner filter off. Be cautious working on
the engine when the air cleaner filter is off.

To remove the filter, pull the air duct *1 upward to


remove it. Pull the tabs * 2 , then pull the cover *
3
upward.
The viscous paper type filter element should not be
cleaned and reused. The dry paper type filter element
may be cleaned and reused. Replace the air filter
according to the maintenance log shown in a separate
maintenance booklet.
When replacing the air filter, wipe the inside of the air
cleaner housing and the cover with a damp cloth.

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Replacing
GUID-4462DA2C-A6A5-41D7-9863-C47C1EA48EA4

SDI1649

Replace the wiper blades if they are worn. REAR WINDOW WIPER BLADE
GUID-BFB99CBF-6874-4939-8C1C-B539C651C360
Before replacing the wiper blades, the wiper should be Contact a NISSAN dealer if checking or replacement
in the fully up position to avoid scratching the engine is required.
hood or damaging the wiper arm. To pull up the wiper
arm, see “Wiper and washer switch” (P.2-20).
1. Lift the wiper arm away from the windshield.
2. Push and hold the release tab *
A , and then move
the wiper blade down the wiper arm to remove
SDI1865
*1 .

3. Remove the wiper blade.


Be careful not to clog the washer nozzle *
A . This may
4. Insert the new wiper blade onto the wiper arm until
cause improper windshield washer operation. If the
it clicks into place.
nozzle is clogged, remove any objects with a needle or
small pin * B . Be careful not to damage the nozzle.
CAUTION:
. After wiper blade replacement, return the
wiper arm to its original position. Otherwise
the wiper arm or the engine hood may be
scratched and may cause damage when the
engine hood is opened.
. Worn wiper blades can damage the wind-
shield and impair driver vision.

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WINDOW WASHER FLUID


GUID-7DA18CA2-4A81-4DD7-B18F-1925A54D06B4

SDI2475

WARNING:
Anti-freeze is poisonous and should be stored
carefully in marked containers out of the reach
of children.

To check the fluid level, use your finger to plug the


center hole * 1 of the cap/tube assembly, then remove
it from the reservoir.
If there is no fluid in the tube, add fluid.
Add a washer solvent to the water for better cleaning.
In the winter season, add a windshield washer anti-
freeze. Follow the manufacturer’s instructions for the
mixture ratio.

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BATTERY
GUID-3C02603D-9124-4B12-AABD-F53153752600

SDI1573

VEHICLE BATTERY
GUID-528D82D4-0CAF-445B-8A89-04F410575D60

WARNING:
Do not operate the vehicle if the fluid in the
battery is low. Low battery fluid can cause a
higher load on the battery which can generate
heat, reduce battery life, and in some cases lead
to an explosion.

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Checking battery fluid level


GUID-186BA008-7353-47D6-8A9C-7999C9AD8744
distilled water level by looking directly above the . There is danger of explosion if lithium
cell; the condition * A indicates OK and the battery is incorrectly replaced. Replace only
condition * B needs more to be added. with the same or equivalent type.
3. Replace and tighten the cell plugs. . Do not expose the battery to excessive heat
. Vehicles operated in high temperatures or under such as sunshine, fire, etc.
severe conditions require frequent checks of the
battery fluid level.
. Keep the battery surface clean and dry. Clean the
battery with a solution of baking soda and water.
. Make certain the terminal connections are clean
and securely tightened.
DI0137MD . If the vehicle is not to be used for more than 30
days, disconnect the negative (−) battery terminal
cable to prevent battery discharge.

Jump startingGUID-11D3C5DB-2A0B-4018-86AB-51CB482BFC29
If jump starting is necessary, see “Jump starting” (P.6-
5). If the engine does not start by jump starting or the
battery does not charge, the battery may have to be
replaced. Contact a NISSAN dealer for replacing the
battery.

REMOTE CONTROLLER BATTERY


GUID-00EE2301-30E3-4755-8C51-422C4840D84C
SDI1480D
Battery replacement
GUID-FB1AADF7-FC76-4F67-9ADF-BAF8834ECB80
Check the fluid level in each cell. The battery fluid level
should be between the UPPER LEVEL * 1 and CAUTION:
LOWER LEVEL * 2 lines.
. Be careful not to allow children to swallow
If it is necessary to add fluid, add only demineralized/ the battery and removed parts. SDI2134A
distilled water to bring the level to the indicator in each . An improperly disposed battery can harm
filler opening. Do not overfill. the environment. Always confirm local reg- To replace the battery:
1. Remove the cell plugs *
3 (if equipped) using a ulations for battery disposal. 1. Remove the screw *
A .
suitable tool. . When changing batteries, do not let dust or 2. Insert a small screwdriver into the slit of the corner
2. Add demineralized/distilled water up to the oil get on the components. *
B and twist it to separate the upper part from
UPPER LEVEL * 1 line. the lower part. Use a cloth to protect the casing.
If the side of the battery is not clear, check the

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3. Replace the battery with a new one. . Make sure that the + side faces the bottom of
the case.
Recommended battery: CR1620 or equivalent
. Do not touch the internal circuit and electric
terminals as doing so could cause a malfunc-
tion.
. Make sure that the + side faces the bottom of
the case * C .

4. Close the lid and install the screw securely.


5. Operate the buttons to check its operation.
See a NISSAN dealer if you need assistance for
replacement.
SDI2452
INTELLIGENTGUID-DF12F1B1-793B-42C2-A0D7-466ECF2BE1FA
KEY BATTERY
4. Align the tips of the upper and lower parts *
1 ,
Battery replacement
GUID-D30A852B-CF01-4B8D-A3A3-742BD4A4C40D and then push them together until it is securely
closed * 2 .
CAUTION:
5. Operate the buttons to check its operation.
. Be careful not to allow children to swallow See a NISSAN dealer if you need assistance for
the battery and removed parts. replacement.
. An improperly disposed battery can harm
the environment. Always confirm local reg-
ulations for battery disposal. SDI2451
. When changing batteries, do not let dust or
oil get on the components. To replace the battery:
. There is danger of explosion if lithium 1. Release the lock knob at the back of the Intelligent
battery is incorrectly replaced. Replace only Key and remove the mechanical key.
with the same or equivalent type. 2. Insert a small screwdriver into the slit of the corner
. Do not expose the battery to excessive heat and twist it to separate the upper part from the
such as sunshine, fire, etc. lower part. Use a cloth to protect the casing.
3. Replace the battery with a new one.
. Recommended battery: CR2025 or equivalent
. Do not touch the internal circuit and electric
terminals as doing so could cause a malfunc-
tion.

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VARIABLE VOLTAGE CONTROL


FUSES
SYSTEM (if equipped)
GUID-B6C972E1-44C7-4B02-9DB2-A30BF24E457A
GUID-9514CEEE-B80E-4951-BA34-D456909231DC

CAUTION: ENGINE COMPARTMENT


GUID-2566CF78-9D09-4E62-BA83-FDDD99EB8FFB

. Do not ground accessories directly to the


battery terminal. Doing so will bypass the
variable voltage control system and the
vehicle battery may not charge completely.
. Use electrical accessories with the engine
running to avoid discharging the vehicle
battery.
Your vehicle is equipped with a variable voltage control SDI1754
system. This system measures the amount of electrical
discharge from the battery and controls voltage SDI2654 6. Remove the fuse using the fuse puller located in
generated by the alternator. the passenger compartment.

CAUTION: 7. If the fuse is open *


A , replace it with a new fuse
* B .
Never use a fuse of a higher or lower amperage If the new fuse also opens, after installing, have the
rating than that specified on the fuse box cover. electrical system checked, and if necessary repaired,
This could damage the electrical system or by a NISSAN dealer.
cause a fire.
The holder *4 also contains the fuses. For checking
If any electrical equipment does not operate, check for and/or replacing, see a NISSAN dealer.
an open fuse.
Fusible links GUID-E011CEDE-E1DF-4E53-A5B4-49B72B73D3E5
1. Be sure the ignition switch is in the “OFF”
position.
2. Be sure the headlight switch is in the “OFF”
position.
3. Open the engine hood.
4. Remove the fuse/fusible link box cover by pushing
the tab *
1 and lifting the cover from the right side
*2 , then the left side *
3 .

5. Locate the fuse that needs to be replaced.

SDI2642

If any electrical equipment does not operate and the


fuses are in good condition, check the fusible links in

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the holders *1 and * 2 . If any of these fusible links are PASSENGER COMPARTMENT
melted, replace only with genuine NISSAN parts. GUID-A499C18A-796A-46C2-94E3-543D18706760

For checking and replacing the fusible links in holders


*
2 , see a NISSAN dealer.

JVM0184X

CAUTION:
Never use a fuse of a higher or lower amperage
rating than that specified on the fuse box cover.
This could damage the electrical system or
cause a fire.

If any electrical equipment does not operate, check for


an open fuse.
1. Be sure the ignition switch is in the “OFF”
position. SDI1754

2. Be sure the headlight switch is in the “OFF” 6. If the fuse is open * , replace it with a new fuse
A
position. * B .
3. Remove the fuse box cover *
1 .
If the new fuse also opens, after installing, have the
4. Locate the fuse that needs to be replaced. electrical system checked, and if necessary repaired,
5. Remove the fuse using the fuse puller *
2 . by a NISSAN dealer.

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LIGHTS
GUID-0CA4CBD7-552D-4275-8986-132CF6DFB30B
Extended storage fuse switch (if equipped)
GUID-5C00252D-3068-4605-8AA0-2F3EB6F6A11D HEADLIGHTSGUID-2A2B2E01-3752-481E-ADE0-0FB5E73813F7
Fog may temporarily form inside the lens of the exterior
lights in the rain or in a car wash. A temperature
difference between the inside and the outside of the
lens causes the fog. This is not a malfunction. If large
drops of water collect inside the lens, contact a
NISSAN dealer.

Xenon headlight model


GUID-A9B63013-3258-4FA3-B5A7-51CE4118ED89
If replacement is required, contact a NISSAN dealer.

SDI2705 WARNING:

If any electrical equipment does not operate, remove HIGH VOLTAGE


the extended storage fuse switch and check for an When xenon headlights are on, they produce a
open fuse. high voltage. To prevent an electric shock, never
attempt to modify or disassemble. Always have
NOTE:
your xenon headlights replaced at a NISSAN
If the extended storage fuse switch malfunc- dealer.
tions, or if the fuse is open, it is not necessary to
replace the switch. In this case, remove the Use the same number and wattage as originally
extended storage fuse switch and replace it with installed:
a new fuse of the same rating. High/Low beams (Xenon)
How to remove the extended storage fuse Wattage: 35 JVM0070X
switch: Bulb no.: D2S
GUID-9E14C2E6-2E9C-4731-980B-C45B899B977B 1. Disconnect the battery negative cable.
1. To remove the extended storage fuse switch, be
Halogen headlight model 2. Disconnect the electrical connector *
A from the
sure the ignition switch is in the “OFF” or “LOCK” GUID-2113779C-8969-4483-818E-EFB621042A37
rear end of the bulb.
position. The halogen headlight is a semi-sealed beam type
which uses replaceable headlight (halogen) bulbs. 3. Pull off the rubber cap *
B .
2. Be sure the headlight switch is in the “OFF”
position. They can be replaced from inside the engine compart- 4. Push and turn the retaining pin *
C to loosen it.
ment without removing the headlight assembly.
3. Remove the fuse box cover. 5. Remove the headlight bulb. Do not shake or rotate
the bulb when removing it.
4. Pinch the storage fuse switch and pull it in the CAUTION:
direction illustrated. 6. Install the new bulb in the reverse order of
High-pressure halogen gas is sealed inside the removal.
bulb. The bulb may break if the glass envelope is
scratched or the bulb is dropped.

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CAUTION: EXTERIOR LIGHTS


GUID-A39ABF0E-9793-4A72-8940-2C4F41CC93E8
INTERIOR LIGHT
GUID-F16248C6-8448-48CC-A907-253EFE587A2A

. When handling the bulb, do not touch the Item Wattage (W) Item Wattage (W)
glass envelope. Front turn signal light 21 Room light 8
. Do not leave the bulb out of the headlight Front clearance light 5 Map light 8
reflector for a long period of time as dust, Front fog light (if equipped) 35 Vanity mirror light (if equipped) 1.8
moisture and smoke may enter the headlight Side turn signal light Cargo room light 5
body and affect the performance of the
headlight. Fender type 5

Use the same number and wattage as originally Outside rearview mirror LED
installed: type*
Halogen headlight model Rear combination lights
High/Low beam bulb: 60W/55W (H4) Turn signal 21
Aiming adjustment is not necessary if only the bulbs Stop/tail light 21/5
are replaced. When aiming adjustment is necessary,
contact a NISSAN dealer. Reverse light 21
High-mounted stop light* LED
License plate light 5

*: See a NISSAN dealer for replacement.

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LIGHT LOCATIONS 1. Map light


GUID-1973B783-D758-4430-9B7D-C0DCAC417CD8
2. Room light
3. Front fog light*
4. Front turn signal light
5. Headlight (high-beam/low-beam)
6. Clearance light
7. Side turn signal lights (on the front fender or the
outside rearview mirror)
8. High-mounted stop light
9. Cargo room light
10. License plate light
11. Reverse light
12. Rear turn signal light
13. Stop/tail light
*: if equipped

JVM0263X

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Replacement procedures
GUID-48FFC193-56B1-491E-B974-207C25ED351B

JVM0074X JVM0075X
Front turn signal light Clearance light
SDI1805

: REMOVE

: INSTALL

All other lights are either type A, B, C or D. When


replacing a bulb, first remove the lens and/or cover.

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SDI2445 JVM0071X
Side turn signal light (fender type) Rear combination light
To replace the rear combination light bulbs:
1. Remove the nuts * A and move the rear
combination light * B rearward to make a
clearance, then carefully pry the light using a
suitable tool.
2. Replace the bulbs. (Stop/tail light *
3 , Turn signal
JVM0072X light *
2 , Reverse light *
1 )
Front fog light (if equipped)
3. Install the combination light in the reverse order of
removal.

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SDI1499A
Room light

SDI1839
JVM0073X JVM0318X
Vanity mirror light (if equipped)
License plate light Map light

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LEGAL REQUIREMENT TO ADJUST HEADLIGHT BEAM (Halogen headlight model)


GUID-0FC3C854-D96A-4F2B-ABAB-4262F03CFE47

SDI2653
Cargo room light

JVM0247X
Left-Hand Drive (LHD) models

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*
C with dividing lines *
D and *
E .

NOTE:
Align the mark *C with the center mark
of the headlight bulb.

JVM0248X
Right-Hand Drive (RHD) models
When the vehicle is driven in a country where the
driving lane is different to your home country, affix an NOTE:
. Use an opaque material that prevents the
opaque sticker on the headlight.
light from passing through it.
1. Turn the ignition switch to the “OFF” position and . Note that other transparent materials do
wait until the headlights cool down.
not work effectively.
2. Prepare the stickers referring to the figure. Make
the stickers *
A that will be affixed to the surface 3. Affix the sticker by aligning the corner *B of the
of the right side headlight and the left side sticker with the position of the mark * C that is
headlight. located on the surface of the headlight seen from
front.
Affix the sticker as illustrated by aligning the mark

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TIRES AND WHEELS


GUID-89AA9F92-CFAE-4F92-AA2C-BA49362A5AC1
If you have a flat tire, see “Flat tire” (P.6-2). Summer tires GUID-1BCA3371-A230-4062-AA5F-8C5A87D25FD6 TIRE CHAINSGUID-B3C50512-BC75-4874-9813-A33A083D2770
TIRE INFLATION PRESSURE NISSAN specifies summer tires on some models to Use of tire chains may be prohibited according to
GUID-04203F7D-291C-40D7-90BE-10B1CCA7D953
provide superior performance on dry roads. Summer location. Check the local laws before installing tire
Periodically check the pressure of the tires, including
tire performance is substantially reduced in snow and chains. When installing tire chains, make sure that they
the spare. An incorrect tire pressure may adversely
ice. Summer tires do not have the tire traction rating are of proper size for the tires on your vehicle and are
affect tire life and vehicle handling. The tire pressure
M&S on the tire sidewall. installed according to the chain manufacturer’s in-
should be checked when tires are COLD. Tires are
If you plan to operate your vehicle in snowy or icy structions.
considered COLD after the vehicle has been parked
for 3 or more hours, or driven less than 1.6 km (1 mile). conditions, NISSAN recommends the use of snow or Use chain tensioners when recommended by the tire
COLD tire pressures are shown on the tire placard. all season tires on all four wheels. chain manufacturer to ensure a tight fit. Loose end links
of the tire chains must be secured or removed to
Insufficient pressure can lead to an overheating of the Snow tires GUID-BD71A441-BE44-414B-A336-9620651A7A92 prevent the possibility of whipping action damage to
tire and subsequent internal damage. At high speeds,
If snow tires are needed, it is necessary to select tires the fenders or underbody. If possible, avoid fully
this could result in tread separation and even bursting
equivalent in size and load rating to the original loading your vehicle when using tire chains. In addition,
of the tire.
equipment tires. If you do not, it can adversely affect drive at a reduced speed. Otherwise, your vehicle may
TYPES OF TIRES the safety and handling of your vehicle. be damaged and/or vehicle handling and performance
GUID-FD4C9C50-5C6C-4EF5-B23D-7ED0D15DD332
Generally, snow tires have lower speed ratings than may be adversely affected.
CAUTION: factory equipped tires and may not match the potential Tire chains must be installed only on the front
maximum vehicle speed. Never exceed the maximum wheels and not on the rear wheels.
When changing or replacing tires, be sure all
speed rating of the tire. If you install snow tires, they Do not drive with tire chains on paved roads which are
four tires are of the same type (that is, summer,
must be the same size, brand, construction and tread clear of snow. Driving with chains in such conditions
all season or snow) and construction. A NISSAN
pattern on all four wheels. can cause damage to the various mechanisms of the
dealer may be able to help you with information
about tire type, size, speed rating and avail- For additional traction on icy roads, studded tires may vehicle due to some overstress.
ability. be used. However, some states and provinces prohibit
their use. Check local, state and provincial laws before TIRE ROTATION
GUID-23DF55B4-DD3E-4C02-BE3A-0192E6257BCB
Replacement tires may have a lower speed rating than installing studded tires. Skid and traction capabilities
the factory equipped tires, and they may not match the of studded snow tires on wet or dry surfaces may be
potential maximum vehicle speed. Never exceed the poorer than that of non-studded snow tires.
maximum speed rating of the tire.

All season tiresGUID-02E78856-75F7-450C-A4E5-A056B38650FC


NISSAN specifies all season tires on some models to
provide good performance all year, including snowy
and icy road conditions. All season tires are identified
by ALL SEASON and/or M&S on the tire sidewall.
Snow tires have better snow traction than all season
SDI1662
tires and may be more appropriate in some areas.
NISSAN recommends that tires be rotated every
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10,000 km (6,000 miles). However, the timing for tire *


1 Wear indicator bration, headlight aim and bumper height. Some of
rotation may vary according to your driving habits and *
2 Wear indicator location mark these effects may lead to accidents and could result in
the road surface conditions. (For the tire replacement, Tires should be periodically inspected for wear, serious personal injury.
see “Flat tire” (P.6-2).) cracking, bulging or objects caught in the tread. If If the wheels are changed for any reason, always
For models with 17-inch tire, tires marked with excessive wear, cracks, bulging or deep cuts are replace with wheels which have the same offset
directional indicators can only be rotated between found, the tire should be replaced immediately. dimension. Wheels of a different offset could cause
front and rear. Make sure that the directional indicators The original tires have a built-in tread wear indicator. early tire wear, possibly degraded vehicle handling
point in the direction of wheel rotation after the tire When the wear indicator is visible, the tire should be characteristics and/or interference with the brake
rotation is completed. replaced. discs/drums. Such interference can lead to decreased
braking efficiency and/or early brake pad/shoe wear.
Improper service of a spare tire may result in serious
WARNING:
personal injury. If it is necessary to repair the spare tire, WHEEL BALANCE
GUID-EF520D36-944C-4819-9F18-969AB3E2512F
. After rotating the tires, adjust the tire contact a NISSAN dealer. Unbalanced wheels may affect vehicle handling and
pressure. tire life. Even with regular use, wheels can get out of
TIRE AGE GUID-3E7975C3-C597-4CE1-A08D-2C08AEA23F88
. Retighten the wheel nuts when the vehicle balance. Therefore, they should be balanced as
has been driven for 1,000 km (600 miles) Never use a tire over six years old, regardless of
required.
(also in cases of a flat tire, etc.). whether it has been used or not.
Tires degrade with age as well as with the vehicle SPARE TIRE
. Do not include the spare tire in tire rotation. GUID-7AD87379-2C2C-452F-A3F4-CA9047048BFA
usage. Have your tires checked and balanced often by
. Incorrect tire selection, fitting, care, or Conventional spare tire
a repair shop or, if you prefer, a NISSAN dealer. GUID-C35D69D8-8A75-438A-A442-EA2A275D4E11
maintenance can affect vehicle safety with A standard tire (the same size as the road wheels) is
risk of accident and injury. If in doubt, CHANGING GUID-5D645BC0-1936-4CCB-9C94-6EABD270F7CD
TIRES AND WHEELS supplied with your vehicle.
consult a NISSAN dealer or the tire manu- For models with 17-inch tires, mounting a spare tire
facturer. WARNING: with the directional indicators pointed against the
Do not install a deformed wheel or tire even if it direction of wheel rotation will not affect normal driving.
TIRE WEAR AND DAMAGE
GUID-4A2BCF51-D55C-4334-A8D6-DC2F85B46DC2 However, in this case, you will need to replace the
has been repaired. Such wheels or tires could
have structural damage and could fail without spare tire with a suitable regular tire as soon as
warning. possible.

When replacing a tire, use the same size, speed rating


and load carrying capacity as originally equipped. (For
recommended types and sizes of tires and wheels, see
“Tires and wheels” (P.9-7).) The use of tires other than
those recommended or the mixed use of tires of
different brands, construction (bias, bias-belted, or
radial), or tread patterns can adversely affect the ride,
SDI1663
braking, handling, ground clearance, body-to-tire
clearance, snow chain clearance, speedometer cali-

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9 Technical information

Recommended fluids/lubricants and capacities .............................. .... 9-2 Engine serial number .....................................................................
.... 9-9
Fuel information .................................................................................
.... 9-4 Certification label (if equipped) ..................................................
.... 9-9
Recommended SAE viscosity number ........................................
.... 9-4 Tire placard ......................................................................................
.... 9-9
Air conditioner system refrigerant and lubricant ....................... .... 9-5 Air conditioner specification label ..............................................
.... 9-9
Engine .........................................................................................................
.... 9-6 Uniform Tire Quality Grading (if equipped) .....................................
.... 9-9
Tires and wheels ......................................................................................
.... 9-7 Treadwear .........................................................................................
.... 9-9
Dimensions ................................................................................................
.... 9-7 Traction AA, A, B and C ..............................................................
.... 9-9
When travelling or registering in another country ........................... .... 9-8 Temperature A, B and C ...........................................................
.... 9-10
Vehicle identification ...............................................................................
.... 9-8 Radio approval number and information ........................................
.... 9-10
Vehicle identification plate ..............................................................
.... 9-8 For Singapore ...............................................................................
.... 9-10
Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) plate (if equipped) ......... .... 9-8 For Nigeria .....................................................................................
.... 9-10
Vehicle Identification Number (chassis number) ...................... .... 9-8 For Jordan ......................................................................................
.... 9-10

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RECOMMENDED FLUIDS/
LUBRICANTS AND CAPACITIES
GUID-53320E59-E6E6-477B-926D-8FBE547E0530
The following are approximate capacities. The actual refill quantities may be slightly different. When refilling, follow the procedures instructed in the “8. Maintenance and do-it-
yourself” section to determine the proper refill capacity.
Capacity (Approximate)
Recommended Fluids/Lubricants
Liter Imp measure
Fuel 52 11-1/2 gal See “Fuel information” (P.9-4).
Engine oil (Refill)

With oil filter 3.9 3-3/8 qt For changing engine oil, see “Engine oil” (P.8-9).
MRA8DE . Genuine NISSAN engine oil
Without oil filter 3.7 3-1/4 qt . API grade SL, SM or SN
With oil filter 4.5 4 qt . ILSAC grade GF-3, GF-4 or GF-5
MR16DDT
Without oil filter 4.3 3-3/4 qt For additional information, see “Recommended SAE
With oil filter 3.0 2-5/8 qt viscosity number” (P.9-4).
HR16DE
Without oil filter 2.8 2-1/2 qt
Cooling system . Genuine NISSAN Engine Coolant or equivalent in
(with reservoir) its quality
MR16DDT 8.3 7-1/4 qt . Use Genuine NISSAN Engine Coolant or equiva-
Total lent in its quality, in order to avoid possible
HR16DE and
6.6 5-7/8 qt aluminum corrosion within the engine cooling
MRA8DE
system caused by the use of non-genuine engine
coolant.
. Note that any repairs for the incidents within
Reservoir 0.8 3/4 qt the engine cooling system while using non-
genuine engine coolant may not be covered
by the warranty even if such incidents
occurred during the warranty period.
Continuously Variable Transmission (CVT) fluid . Genuine NISSAN CVT Fluid NS-3
. Use only Genuine NISSAN CVT Fluid NS-3.
— — Using transmission fluid other than Genuine
NISSAN CVT Fluid NS-3 will damage the CVT,
which is not covered by the warranty.
Manual Transmission (MT) gear oil

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. Genuine NISSAN Manual Transmission Fluid (MTF)


HQ Multi 75W-85 or equivalent
. If Genuine NISSAN Manual Transmission
Fluid (MTF) HQ Multi is not available, API GL-
5-speed MT model — —
4, Viscosity SAE 75W-85 may be used as a
temporary replacement. However, use Genu-
ine NISSAN Manual Transmission Fluid (MTF)
HQ Multi as soon as it is available.
. Genuine NISSAN Manual Transmission Fluid (MTF)
Chevron Texaco ETL 8997B 75W-80, or equivalent
. If Genuine NISSAN Manual Transmission
Fluid (MTF) Chevron Texaco ETL 8997B is not
6-speed MT model — — available, API GL-4, Viscosity SAE 75W-80
may be used as a temporary replacement.
However, use Genuine NISSAN Manual
Transmission Fluid (MTF) Chevron Texaco ETL
8997B as soon as it is possible.
Brake and clutch fluid Refill to the proper fluid level according to the instructions in the “8.
Genuine NISSAN Brake Fluid, or equivalent DOT3
Maintenance and do-it-yourself” section.
Multi-purpose grease — — NLGI No. 2 (Lithium soap base)
Air conditioner system refrigerant — — HFC-134a (R-134a)
Air conditioner system lubricants

MRA8DE — — NISSAN A/C System Oil Type S or equivalent


MR16DDT and HR16DE — — NISSAN A/C System Oil Type R or equivalent

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FUEL INFORMATION
GUID-37026D02-5291-4945-95D4-DC57AE1253E5
For Thailand: GUID-9E14C2E6-2E9C-4731-980B-C45B899B977B “E20” is a mixture of approximately 20% fuel ethanol
Use UNLEADED gasoline or gasohol (up to E10*) with and 80% unleaded gasoline.
CAUTION: an octane rating of at least 95 (RON).
RECOMMENDED SAE VISCOSITY NUM-
Do not use leaded gasoline. Using leaded gaso- If unleaded gasoline or gasohol (up to E10*) with an BER GUID-B69B25E9-F64E-4D5C-BAA6-35926C1D7140
line will damage the three-way catalyst. octane rating of at least 95 (RON) is not used,
UNLEADED gasoline with an octane rating of at least MR16DDT engine model
GUID-DD763383-95BD-4BCD-B3A1-332FAF901BF3
MRA8DE engine model 91 (RON) may be used at slightly reduced perfor- 5W-30 is preferable.
GUID-46986ABD-69B6-4B65-A7B8-A7330B55C4D1
mance. However, for maximum vehicle performance If 5W-30 is not available, select the viscosity,
Except for Thailand and Iraq:
GUID-9E14C2E6-2E9C-4731-980B-C45B899B977B and the best driveability, the use of unleaded gasoline from the chart below, that is suitable for the
Use UNLEADED REGULAR gasoline with an octane or gasohol (up to E10*) with an octane rating of at least outside temperature range.
rating of at least 91 (RON). 95 (RON) is recommended.
For Thailand: GUID-9E14C2E6-2E9C-4731-980B-C45B899B977B *: Gasohol is alcohol blended gasoline. For example,
Use UNLEADED REGULAR gasoline or gasohol (up to “E10” is a mixture of approximately 10% fuel ethanol
E20*) with an octane rating of at least 91 (RON). and 90% unleaded gasoline.
*: Gasohol is alcohol blended gasoline. For example, HR16DE engine model
GUID-25107F2B-664D-46D9-94DC-C0E897950935
“E20” is a mixture of approximately 20% fuel ethanol
Except for Thailand:
and 80% unleaded gasoline. GUID-9E14C2E6-2E9C-4731-980B-C45B899B977B
Use UNLEADED PREMIUM gasoline with an octane
For Iraq: GUID-9E14C2E6-2E9C-4731-980B-C45B899B977B rating of at least 95 (RON).
Use UNLEADED PREMIUM gasoline with an octane If unleaded premium gasoline is not used, UNLEADED
rating of at least 91 (RON). REGULAR gasoline with an octane rating of at least 91
MR16DDT engine model (RON) may be used at slightly reduced performance.
GUID-BBE42002-27CC-4D91-BE94-591204436EE9
However, for maximum vehicle performance and the
Except for Thailand:GUID-9E14C2E6-2E9C-4731-980B-C45B899B977B best driveability, the use of unleaded premium gasoline
Use UNLEADED PREMIUM gasoline with an octane is recommended.
rating of at least 95 (RON).
For Thailand: GUID-9E14C2E6-2E9C-4731-980B-C45B899B977B
If unleaded premium gasoline is not used, UNLEADED Use UNLEADED PREMIUM gasoline or gasohol (up to
REGULAR gasoline with an octane rating of at least 91 E20*) with an octane rating of at least 95 (RON).
(RON) may be used at slightly reduced performance.
However, for maximum vehicle performance and the If unleaded premium gasoline is not used, UNLEADED
best driveability, the use of unleaded premium gasoline REGULAR gasoline with an octane rating of at least 91
is recommended. (RON) may be used at slightly reduced performance.
However, for maximum vehicle performance and the
STI0589
best driveability, the use of unleaded premium gasoline
is recommended.
*: Gasohol is alcohol blended gasoline. For example,

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MRA8DE andGUID-E56FDDBF-A4C2-4697-AC94-8ABA1E238CE7
HR16DE engine models AIR CONDITIONER SYSTEM REFRIGER-
10W-30 is preferable. ANT AND LUBRICANT
GUID-F50D0177-18DA-4E61-88BE-04797457828A
If 10W-30 is not available, select the viscosity, The air conditioner system of your vehicle must be
from the chart below, that is suitable for the charged with the refrigerant HFC-134a (R-134a) and
outside temperature range. the lubricant NISSAN A/C System Oil Type S
(MRA8DE engine model) or Type R (MR16DDT and
HR16DE engine model) or equivalents. Use of any
other refrigerants or lubricants will cause severe
damage, and you may need to replace your vehicle’s
entire air conditioner system.
The release of refrigerants into the atmosphere is
prohibited in many countries and regions. The refrig-
erant HFC-134a (R-134a) in your vehicle will not harm
the Earth’s ozone layer. However, it may contribute in a
small part to the global warming effect. NISSAN
recommends that the refrigerant be appropriately
recovered and recycled. Contact a NISSAN dealer
when servicing the air conditioner system.

STI0589

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ENGINE
GUID-A78EA9EA-3DB9-49F8-93FC-A8730B890A74

Engine model MRA8DE MR16DDT HR16DE

Type Gasoline, 4-cycle, DOHC Gasoline, 4-cycle, DOHC Gasoline, 4-cycle, DOHC
Cylinder arrangement 4-cylinder, in-line 4-cylinder, in-line 4-cylinder, in-line
Bore 6 Stroke mm (in) 79.7 6 90.1 (3.138 6 3.547) 79.7 6 81.1 (3.138 6 3.193) 78.0 6 83.6 (3.071 6 3.291)
Displacement cm3 (cu in) 1,798 (109.71) 1,618 (98.78) 1,598 (97.51)

Idle speed at the “N” (Neutral) position rpm 700±50 650±50 650±50
Ignition timing (B.T.D.C.) at the “N” (Neu- degree at MT: 8±28 MT: 6±28 MT: 10±28
tral) position idle CVT: 8±28 CVT: 8±28 CVT: 9±28
Spark plugs
PLZKAR6A-11D*1 PLZKAR6A-11D*1
Type Standard DILKAR7C9H
LZKAR6AP-11*2 LZKAR6AP-11*2
Gap mm (in) 1.1 (0.043) 0.9 (0.035) 1.1 (0.043)

Camshaft operation Timing chain Timing chain Timing chain


Maximum vehicle speed (for Gulf standard models)*3
CVT: km/h (MPH) 180 (111) - 175 (108)
MT: km/h (MPH) - - 187 (116)
*1: For Thailand
*2: Except for Thailand
*3: Gulf Standard requires automobile manufacturers to indicate the maximum vehicle speed for applicable models. The maximum vehicle speed, listed above, is the measured speed under certain testing conditions.
The actual value may differ according to the vehicle usage and road and environmental conditions. NISSAN recommends you to ALWAYS observe posted speed limits and never drive too fast for conditions.

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TIRES AND WHEELS DIMENSIONS


GUID-24309904-7562-4E72-AA0B-98F9FF73A9FF GUID-ED65DAB9-BF6F-4D2B-A659-EF3C41067548
Unit: mm (in)
Standard Spare Overall length 4,295 (169.1)*1
195/65R15 91H 195/65R15 91H 4,305 (169.5)*2*3*4
Tire size 195/60R16 89H 195/60R16 89H Overall width 1,760 (69.3)
205/50R17 89V 205/50R17 89V
Overall height 1,520 (59.8)*1*2*3
1,525 (60.0)*4
Size Offset mm (in) Front tread 1,530 (60.2)*5
1,540 (60.6)*6
16 6 6 1/2J 40 (1.57)
Aluminum Rear tread 1,530 (60.2)*5
Road wheel 17 6 6 1/2J 45 (1.77) 1,540 (60.6)*6
Steel 15 6 5 1/2JJ 40 (1.57) Wheelbase 2,700 (106.3)
15 6 5 1/2JJ 40 (1.57) *1: For Thailand, Australia and New Zealand
Spare Steel 16 6 6 1/2JJ 40 (1.57) *2: For the Middle East
17 6 6 1/2J 45 (1.77) *3: For Singapore
*4: For Egypt
*5: For 17-inch wheel model
*6: Except for 17-inch wheel model

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WHEN TRAVELLING OR
REGISTERING IN ANOTHER VEHICLE IDENTIFICATION
COUNTRY GUID-A3C259B5-3957-48F9-AD1A-28F71CFE7919 GUID-C3451F67-29CF-4696-AC8F-FF53FB6D9318
When planning to travel in another country or It is prohibited to cover, paint, weld, cut, drill, alter or VEHICLE IDENTIFICATION NUMBER (VIN)
region, find out whether the fuel required for your remove Vehicle Identification Number (VIN). PLATE (if equipped)
GUID-3B7B24DD-84D3-4756-8386-8720807E4FB9
vehicle is available in that country or region. Using a
low octane rated fuel may cause engine damage. VEHICLE IDENTIFICATION PLATE
GUID-A8D4A33D-8E44-4B77-9564-66061CA3EC29
Therefore, be sure that the required fuel is available
wherever you go. For additional information regarding
recommended fuel, see earlier in this section.
When transferring the registration of your vehi-
cle to another country, state, province or district,
contact the appropriate authorities to find out that the
vehicle complies with the local legal requirements. In
some cases, a vehicle cannot meet the legal require-
ments, and it may be necessary to modify the vehicle to
meet local laws and regulations. In addition, there may STI0612
be possibilities that a vehicle cannot be adapted in JVT0042X The vehicle identification number plate is attached as
certain areas. shown. This number is the identification for your vehicle
The plate is affixed as shown.
The laws and regulations for motor vehicle emission and is used in the vehicle registration.
control and safety standards vary according to the Built date plate (for Australia and New
country, state, province or district; therefore, the VEHICLE IDENTIFICATION NUMBER
Zealand)
vehicle specification may differ. GUID-16A4323B-4417-4247-A430-15F1B88D4FEA (chassis number)
GUID-505A7DA9-C3BF-4C75-AB40-5946EE343054
Built date is stamped on the vehicle identification plate.
When any vehicles are to be taken into another
The built date means the calendar month and the year
country, state, province or district, its modifica-
in which the body shell and power train subassemblies
tion, transportation, registration, and any other
are conjoined and the vehicle is driven or moved from
expenses which may result, are the responsi-
the production line.
bility of the user. NISSAN is not responsible for
any inconveniences that may result.

JVT0043X

The vehicle identification number is located as shown.


Remove the cover to access the number.

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UNIFORM TIRE QUALITY GRADING


(if equipped)
GUID-1A844B35-7025-42E7-B48F-CF34AF5074F4
ENGINE SERIAL NUMBER TIRE PLACARD Quality Grades: All passenger car tires must conform
GUID-8C4F3838-A433-4C32-8CBD-475661B53BEE GUID-D14A8E63-463A-4F44-9209-FCD6E928E5F2
to local safety requirements in addition to these
grades.
Quality grades can be found where applicable on the
tire sidewall between tread shoulder and maximum
section width. For example:
Treadwear 200 Traction AA Temperature A

TREADWEARGUID-87CA7CF8-84FA-41DC-8F1E-3C42A142B7F1
The treadwear grade is a comparative rating based on
the wear rate of the tire when tested under controlled
STI0785 STI0720 conditions on a specified government test course. For
MRA8DE / HR16DE / MR16DDT engine
example, a tire graded 150 would wear one and one-
The engine serial number is stamped on the engine as The cold tire pressures are shown on the tire placard half (1 1/2) times as well on the government course as
shown. affixed to the driver’s side center pillar. a tire graded 100. The relative performance of tires
depends upon the actual conditions of their use,
CERTIFICATION LABEL (if equipped) AIR CONDITIONER SPECIFICATION LABEL
GUID-4D037102-4D39-497F-B75D-28FF1A27ECEA however, and may depart significantly from the norm
GUID-8CD1DEBF-7616-4A6D-9195-9F3C4ADA5D20
due to variations in driving habits, service practices
and differences in road characteristics and climate.

TRACTION AA, A, B AND C


GUID-7E4038D1-426B-4B33-913E-7F708D05FE2C
The traction grades, from highest to lowest, are AA, A,
B, and C. Those grades represent the tire’s ability to
stop on wet pavement as measured under controlled
conditions on specified government test surfaces of
asphalt and concrete. A tire marked C may have poor
traction performance.

STI0441 STI0739
WARNING:
The traction grade assigned to this tire is based
on straight-ahead braking traction tests, and
does not include acceleration, cornering, hydro-
planing, or peak traction characteristics.

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RADIO APPROVAL NUMBER AND


INFORMATION
GUID-083EFCA4-4D5B-4434-AE32-2EB48E4F7BDD
TEMPERATURE A, B AND C
GUID-561FF33D-0916-46E5-BA38-82D578CFF229 FOR SINGAPORE FOR JORDAN
GUID-7A808E68-2FD8-4BBD-B362-E8D1CBB4245D
GUID-CAD36E8B-DB2D-4B3E-AA0E-362B220C9673
The temperature grades are A (the highest), B, and C, Remote keyless entry system (if equipped)
representing the tire’s resistance to the generation of GUID-AD5512C2-6918-4541-8CD8-9CA66097E079

heat and its ability to dissipate heat when tested under Manufacturer:
controlled conditions on a specified indoor laboratory ALPS ELECTRIC CO.,LTD.
test wheel. Sustained high temperature can cause the Model:
material of the tire to degenerate and reduce tire life,
and excessive temperature can lead to sudden tire TWC1G124
failure. The grade C corresponds to a level of Type approval No.:
performance which all passenger car tires must meet TRC/LPD/2008/125
under the local regulations. Grades B and A represent
higher levels of performance on the laboratory test Intelligent KeyGUID-DEA1571A-3A0E-49C4-A255-C84CA0B39B5D
system (if equipped)
wheel than the minimum required by law. STI0653 Manufacturer:
. NISSAN Anti-Theft System (NATS) immobilizer ALPS ELECTRIC CO.,LTD.
WARNING:
. Remote keyless entry system (if equipped) Model:
The temperature grade for this tire is estab- . Intelligent Key system (if equipped) TWC1G154
lished for a tire that is properly inflated and not
overloaded. Excessive speed, under-inflation, or FOR NIGERIAGUID-C71786C5-0A51-4182-9015-21F85001F2E7 Type approval No.:
excessive loading, either separately or in com- TRC/LPD/2010/7
bination, can cause heat build-up and possible
tire failure. NISSAN Anti-Theft System (NATS) immobili-
zer GUID-BF4AAD25-204B-472E-8508-55E605C83DD4
Manufacturer:
ALPS ELECTRIC CO.,LTD.
Model:
TWK1A002
Type approval No.:
JVT0117X TRC/LPD/2013/3
. Remote keyless entry system
. Intelligent Key system (if equipped)
. NISSAN Anti-Theft System (NATS) immobilizer

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10 Index
A Brake Cruise control...............................................................
... 5-16
Anti-lock Braking System (ABS) ..................... ... 5-23 Cruise control operations..........................................
... 5-16
ABS (Anti-lock Braking System) ............................
... 5-23 Brake booster........................................................
... 8-13 Cup holders..................................................................
... 2-27
Adjusting the time.......................................................
... 4-23 Brake fluid..............................................................
... 8-13 CVT, Driving with CVT (Continuously
Aiming control, Headlights........................................
... 2-19 Brake system.........................................................
... 5-22 Variable Transmission) .................................................
... 5-6
Air bag system Parking brake check............................................
... 8-12
Supplemental curtain side-impact air Parking brake operation .....................................
... 5-25
bag system .................................................
... 1-18, 1-23 D
Warning light.........................................................
... 2-12
Supplemental front-impact air Break-in schedule .........................................................
... 5-2 Dimensions .....................................................................
... 9-7
bag system .................................................
... 1-18, 1-23 Brightness control, Instrument panel .......................
... 2-7 Door open warning light............................................
... 2-13
Supplemental side-impact air Bulb check/instrument panel ...................................
... 2-12 Drive belt.......................................................................
... 8-11
bag system .................................................
... 1-18, 1-23 Bulb replacement...............................................
... 8-2, 8-23 Driving
Air conditioner
Cold weather driving...........................................
... 5-24
Air conditioner operation.......................................
... 4-6
Air conditioner service ........................................
... 4-10 C Driving with CVT (Continuously
Variable Transmission) ...........................................
... 5-6
Air conditioner specification label....................... ... 9-9
Car phone or CB radio .............................................
... 4-29 Driving with Manual Transmission (MT) ......... ... 5-13
Air conditioning system refrigerant and
Cargo cover..................................................................
... 2-28 Precautions when starting and driving .............. ... 5-2
lubricant recommendations................................
... 4-10
Catalytic converter, Three way catalyst................... ... 5-3
Antenna..........................................................................
... 4-18
Child restraints.............................................................
... 1-12 E
Anti-lock Braking System (ABS) ............................
... 5-23
Child safety.....................................................................
... 1-8
Anti-lock braking system (ABS) warning light..... ... 2-12
Child safety rear door lock .........................................
... 3-5 Electric power steering system ...............................
... 5-22
Appearance care
Chimes, Audible reminders ......................................
... 2-16 Electric power steering warning light .................... ... 2-13
Exterior appearance care ......................................
... 7-2
Cigarette lighter...........................................................
... 2-25 Engine
Interior appearance care .......................................
... 7-3
Circuit breaker, Fusible link......................................
... 8-21 Break-in schedule ...................................................
... 5-2
Armrest ............................................................................
... 1-4
Cleaning exterior and interior............................
... 7-2, 7-3 Changing engine coolant......................................
... 8-8
Ashtray...........................................................................
... 2-25
Clock ..............................................................................
... 4-23 Checking engine coolant level.............................
... 8-8
Audible reminders .......................................................
... 2-16
Closing hood................................................................
... 3-15 Checking engine oil level......................................
... 8-9
Audio operation precautions....................................
... 4-11
Clutch fluid....................................................................
... 8-14 Coolant temperature gauge .................................
... 2-7
Audio system................................................................
... 4-11
Coat hook .....................................................................
... 2-28 Engine compartment check locations................ ... 8-5
Cockpit ............................................................................
... 2-2 Engine cooling system...........................................
... 8-7
B Cold weather driving..................................................
... 5-24 Engine oil...................................................................
... 8-9
Console box .................................................................
... 2-26 Engine serial number..............................................
... 9-9
Back door......................................................................
... 3-15 Continuously variable transmission (CVT).............. ... 5-4 Engine specifications .............................................
... 9-6
Battery...................................................................
... 8-3, 8-18 Continuously Variable Transmission If your vehicle overheats........................................
... 6-7
Battery replacement, Intelligent Key................ ... 8-20 (CVT) fluid.....................................................................
... 8-15 Exhaust gas (carbon monoxide)................................
... 5-3
Battery saver system...........................................
... 2-18 Coolant
Remote controller Changing engine coolant......................................
... 8-8
battery replacement..................................
... 8-19, 8-20 F
Checking engine coolant level.............................
... 8-8
Bluetooth® Hands-Free Phone System ................ ... 4-29 Corrosion protection ....................................................
... 7-5 Flat tire.............................................................................
... 6-2
Cover, Cargo cover....................................................
... 2-28 Floor mat cleaning ........................................................
... 7-4

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Fluid Hood release................................................................


... 3-14 Headlights bulb replacement ............................
... 8-23
Brake fluid..............................................................
... 8-13 Horn................................................................................
... 2-22 Indicator lights.......................................................
... 2-14
Clutch fluid.............................................................
... 8-14 Interior lights..........................................................
... 2-29
Continuously Variable Transmission I Map lights ..............................................................
... 2-30
(CVT) fluid..............................................................
... 8-15 Replacement.................................................
... 8-2, 8-23
Engine coolant .........................................................
... 8-7 Ignition switch Room light..............................................................
... 2-29
Engine oil...................................................................
... 8-9 (with Intelligent Key system) ................................
... 5-5 Vanity mirror lights ...............................................
... 2-30
Window washer fluid .................................
... 8-4, 8-17 (without Intelligent Key system) ..........................
... 5-4 Warning/indicator lights and
FM-AM radio with Compact Disc (CD) player.... ... 4-19 Key positions............................................................
... 5-5 audible reminders.................................................
... 2-12
FM-AM radio with compact disc (CD) player Indicator lights..............................................................
... 2-14 Xenon headlights..................................................
... 2-17
(with color display) .....................................................
... 4-22 Instrument brightness control ....................................
... 2-7 Lock
Fog light switch...........................................................
... 2-19 Instrument panel............................................................
... 2-4 Back door lock......................................................
... 3-15
Front seat, Front seat adjustment.............................
... 1-2 Intelligent Key.................................................................
... 3-2 Vehicle speed sensing door
Fuel Intelligent Key system ..................................................
... 3-7 lock mechanism.......................................................
... 3-4
Fuel information .......................................................
... 9-4 Intelligent Key system warning light ................ ... 2-13 Low fuel warning light................................................
... 2-13
Fuel octane rating ...................................................
... 9-4 P position selecting warning light.................... ... 2-13 Low washer fluid warning light................................
... 2-13
Gauge ........................................................................
... 2-7 Interior lights.................................................................
... 2-29 Luggage hooks............................................................
... 2-29
Fuses..............................................................................
... 8-21 iPod player operation .................................................
... 4-26
Fusible links..................................................................
... 8-21 M
J
G Maintenance
Jump starting..................................................................
... 6-5 Battery............................................................
... 8-3, 8-18
Gauge ..............................................................................
... 2-6 General maintenance .............................................
... 8-2
Engine coolant temperature gauge .................... ... 2-7 K Maintenance precautions ......................................
... 8-4
Fuel gauge................................................................
... 2-7 Maintenance requirements....................................
... 8-2
Tachometer ...............................................................
... 2-6 Keyless entry (See remote keyless Seat belt maintenance........................................
... 1-11
Trip computer ...........................................................
... 2-8 entry system)..................................................................
... 3-5 Malfunction indicator light (MIL)..............................
... 2-15
General maintenance ...................................................
... 8-2 Keys..................................................................................
... 3-2 Manual air conditioner..................................................
... 4-7
Glove box......................................................................
... 2-26 For Intelligent Key system.....................................
... 3-7 Manual transmission (MT)...........................................
... 5-4
Map lights .....................................................................
... 2-30
H L Maximum load limits ...................................................
... 5-20
Mechanical key (Intelligent Key system) ................. ... 3-3
Hands-Free Phone System, Bluetooth® ............... ... 4-29 Labels Meter, Trip computer....................................................
... 2-8
Head restraints ..............................................................
... 1-5 Air conditioner specification label.......................
... 9-9 Meters and gauges.......................................................
... 2-6
Headlights Engine serial number..............................................
... 9-9 Instrument brightness control ..............................
... 2-7
Aiming control.......................................................
... 2-19 Vehicle identification number (VIN) ....................
... 9-8 Mirror, Vanity mirror ....................................................
... 3-19
Bulb replacement.................................................
... 8-23 Legal requirement to adjust headlight beam ....... ... 8-29 Monitor, Rearview Monitor..........................................
... 4-2
Headlight switch...................................................
... 2-17 Light
Xenon headlights..................................................
... 2-17 Bulb replacement........................................
... 8-2, 8-23
Heater Fog light switch ....................................................
... 2-19
Heater and air conditioner operation ................. ... 4-6 Headlight switch...................................................
... 2-17

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N R Sonar system ...............................................................


... 5-19
Spare tire.......................................................................
... 8-32
New vehicle break-in....................................................
... 5-2 Radio ..............................................................................
... 4-11 Spark plugs ..................................................................
... 8-12
NISSAN Anti-Theft System (NATS) key.................. ... 3-2 Car phone or CB radio ......................................
... 4-29 Speed [120 km/h (75 MPH)] warning light......... ... 2-14
FM-AM radio with Compact Disc SPORT mode switch .................................................
... 5-11
(CD) player ............................................................
... 4-19 SRS air bag deployment conditions ...................... ... 1-24
O Starting
FM-AM radio with Compact Disc (CD) player
Oil (with color display) ..............................................
... 4-22 Jump starting............................................................
... 6-5
Checking engine oil level......................................
... 8-9 Rear door lock, Child safety rear door lock........... ... 3-5 Precautions when starting and driving .............. ... 5-2
Engine oil...................................................................
... 8-9 Rear seats.......................................................................
... 1-3 Push starting ............................................................
... 6-7
Operating precautions ...............................................
... 5-20 Rearview Monitor ..........................................................
... 4-2 Steering
Outside air temperature display................................
... 2-8 Remote keyless entry system.....................................
... 3-5 Electric power steering system ........................ ... 5-22
Overheat, If your vehicle overheats ..........................
... 6-7 Room light.....................................................................
... 2-29 Steering lock ...................................................
... 5-5, 5-6
Tilting steering wheel ..........................................
... 3-17
Sun visors .....................................................................
... 2-29
P S Sunglasses holder ......................................................
... 2-27
Panic alarm ...................................................................
... 3-12 Safety chains................................................................
... 5-21 Sunroof ..........................................................................
... 2-24
Parking Safety, Child seat belts ...............................................
... 1-8 Supplemental curtain side-impact air
Brake break-in.......................................................
... 5-23 Seat adjustment, Front seats.....................................
... 1-2 bag system ...................................................................
... 1-23
Parking brake operation .....................................
... 5-25 Seat belt(s) Supplemental front-impact air bag system........... ... 1-23
Phone, Bluetooth® Hands-Free Child safety...............................................................
... 1-8 Supplemental side-impact air
Phone System..............................................................
... 4-29 Injured persons ........................................................
... 1-9 bag system .......................................................
... 1-18, 1-23
Phone, Car phone or CB radio ...............................
... 4-29 Precautions on seat belt usage...........................
... 1-7 Switch
Power Pregnant women .....................................................
... 1-9 Audio control steering switch...........................
... 4-28
Electric power steering system ........................
... 5-22 Pre-tensioner seat belt system.............. ... 1-21, 1-26 Fog light switch....................................................
... 2-19
Power outlet ..........................................................
... 2-25 Seat belt cleaning...................................................
... 7-4 Headlight aiming control ....................................
... 2-19
Power windows ....................................................
... 2-22 Seat belt hooks ....................................................
... 1-10 Headlight switch...................................................
... 2-17
Precautions Seat belt maintenance........................................
... 1-11 Power door lock switch.........................................
... 3-4
Audio operation ....................................................
... 4-11 Seat belt warning light........................................
... 2-14 SPORT mode switch ..........................................
... 5-11
Cruise control........................................................
... 5-16 Seat belts..................................................................
... 1-7 Turn signal switch ................................................
... 2-19
Maintenance .............................................................
... 8-4 Shoulder belt height adjustment ......................
... 1-10
Seat belt usage .......................................................
... 1-7 Seat(s), Seats................................................................
... 1-2 T
Supplemental restraint system..........................
... 1-18 Servicing air conditioner............................................
... 4-10
When starting and driving ....................................
... 5-2 Shift lever, Shift lock release ...................................
... 5-12 Tachometer .....................................................................
... 2-6
Pre-tensioner seat belt system....................
... 1-21, 1-26 Shift lock release Temperature display......................................................
... 2-8
Push starting ..................................................................
... 6-7 Transmission..........................................................
... 5-12 Temperature gauge, Engine coolant
Push-button ignition switch........................................
... 5-5 Shifting, CVT (Continuously temperature gauge........................................................
... 2-7
Variable Transmission) .................................................
... 5-6 Three-way catalyst........................................................
... 5-3
Shoulder belt height adjustment .............................
... 1-10 Tilting steering wheel .................................................
... 3-17
Side-impact air bag system .........................
... 1-18, 1-23 Tire pressure ................................................................
... 5-21
Small light indicator light...........................................
... 2-15 Tires
Flat tire.......................................................................
... 6-2
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Tire chains..............................................................
... 8-31 W
Tire rotation...................................................
... 8-3, 8-31
Types of tires.........................................................
... 8-31 Warning
Uniform Tire Quality Grading...............................
... 9-9 Lights.......................................................................
... 2-12
Tires and wheels ................................................
... 8-31, 9-7 Warning/indicator lights and
Tonneau cover (see cargo cover)...........................
... 2-28 audible reminders.................................................
... 2-11
Towing, Tow truck towing...........................................
... 6-8 Warning light
Trailer brakes................................................................
... 5-21 Anti-lock braking system (ABS)
Trailer detection ...........................................................
... 5-21 warning light ..........................................................
... 2-12
Trailer towing................................................................
... 5-20 Brake warning light..............................................
... 2-12
Transmission Door open warning light.....................................
... 2-13
Continuously Variable Transmission Electric power steering warning light ............. ... 2-13
(CVT) fluid..............................................................
... 8-15 Intelligent Key system warning light ................ ... 2-13
Driving with CVT (Continuously Low fuel warning light.........................................
... 2-13
Variable Transmission) ...........................................
... 5-6 Low washer fluid warning light............................ 2-13
Driving with Manual Transmission (MT) ......... ... 5-13 Seat belt warning light........................................
... 2-14
Transmission shift lever lock release............... ... 5-12 Speed [120 km/h (75 MPH)] warning light....... 2-14
Transmitter (See remote keyless entry system) .... ... 3-5 Washer switch, Windshield wiper and
Trip computer .................................................................
... 2-8 washer switch ..............................................................
... 2-20
Turn signal switch .......................................................
... 2-19 Washing...........................................................................
... 7-2
Waxing .............................................................................
... 7-2
U Wheels and tires
Care of wheels ........................................................
... 7-3
Underbody cleaning .....................................................
... 7-3 Cleaning aluminum alloy wheels ......................... ... 7-3
Uniform Tire Quality Grading.....................................
... 9-9 Window washer fluid ........................................
... 8-4, 8-17
USB memory operation.............................................
... 4-25 Window(s)
Cleaning ...........................................................
... 7-2, 7-4
V Power windows ....................................................
... 2-22
Windshield wiper and washer switch.................... ... 2-20
Vanity mirror..................................................................
... 3-19 Wiper
Vanity mirror lights ......................................................
... 2-30 Rear window wiper blade..................................
... 8-16
Variable voltage control system...............................
... 8-21 Windshield wiper and washer switch............. ... 2-20
Vehicle Wiper blades.........................................................
... 8-15
Dimensions ...............................................................
... 9-7
Identification number (VIN)...................................
... 9-8 X
Information display..................................................
... 2-8
Speed sensing door lock mechanism ............... ... 3-4 Xenon headlights.........................................................
... 2-17
Vehicle dynamic control (VDC) system.......... ... 5-14
Vehicle Dynamic Control (VDC) OFF switch....... ... 5-15
Ventilators........................................................................
... 4-5

10-4

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11 Epilogue
GAS STATION INFORMATION

GUID-FC020EBC-318A-41B4-A3F2-617B777F8E4A
For Thailand: GUID-9E14C2E6-2E9C-4731-980B-C45B899B977B *: Gasohol is alcohol blended gasoline. For example,
FUEL INFORMATION “E20” is a mixture of approximately 20% fuel ethanol
GUID-20666506-3478-4880-B39F-040D3664C358 Use UNLEADED gasoline or gasohol (up to E10*) with
an octane rating of at least 95 (RON). and 80% unleaded gasoline.
CAUTION:
If unleaded gasoline or gasohol (up to E10*) with an RECOMMENDED ENGINE OIL
Do not use leaded gasoline. Using leaded gaso- GUID-70F2E9E1-D682-4B36-92E1-9C63677FAC4C
octane rating of at least 95 (RON) is not used, See “Recommended fluids/lubricants and capacities”
line will damage the three-way catalyst. UNLEADED gasoline with an octane rating of at least
(P.9-2).
91 (RON) may be used at slightly reduced perfor-
MRA8DE engine model
GUID-FAD849F5-D734-4EBE-9EDC-0164156D6BD2 mance. However, for maximum vehicle performance . Genuine NISSAN engine oil
Except for Thailand and Iraq: and the best driveability, the use of unleaded gasoline . API grade: SL, SM or SN
GUID-9E14C2E6-2E9C-4731-980B-C45B899B977B
or gasohol (up to E10*) with an octane rating of at least . ILSAC grade: GF-3, GF-4 or GF-5
Use UNLEADED REGULAR gasoline with an octane
95 (RON) is recommended.
rating of at least 91 (RON). TIRE COLD PRESSURE
*: Gasohol is alcohol blended gasoline. For example, GUID-FC18257F-ACB3-4279-A379-E6BE9799F8AF
For Thailand: GUID-9E14C2E6-2E9C-4731-980B-C45B899B977B “E10” is a mixture of approximately 10% fuel ethanol See the tire placard affixed to the driver’s side center
Use UNLEADED REGULAR gasoline or gasohol (up to and 90% unleaded gasoline. pillar.
E20*) with an octane rating of at least 91 (RON).
HR16DE engine model
*: Gasohol is alcohol blended gasoline. For example, GUID-ADE17F02-888C-4487-8FCD-B5FB87DEE0D4

“E20” is a mixture of approximately 20% fuel ethanol Except for Thailand:GUID-9E14C2E6-2E9C-4731-980B-C45B899B977B


and 80% unleaded gasoline. Use UNLEADED PREMIUM gasoline with an octane
For Iraq: rating of at least 95 (RON).
GUID-9E14C2E6-2E9C-4731-980B-C45B899B977B
Use UNLEADED PREMIUM gasoline with an octane If unleaded premium gasoline is not used, UNLEADED
rating of at least 91 (RON). REGULAR gasoline with an octane rating of at least 91
(RON) may be used at slightly reduced performance.
MR16DDT engine model
GUID-96CD6C80-6952-4E53-B4B2-A42DA4563F40
However, for maximum vehicle performance and the
Except for Thailand: best driveability, the use of unleaded premium gasoline
GUID-9E14C2E6-2E9C-4731-980B-C45B899B977B is recommended.
Use UNLEADED PREMIUM gasoline with an octane
rating of at least 95 (RON). For Thailand: GUID-9E14C2E6-2E9C-4731-980B-C45B899B977B
If unleaded premium gasoline is not used, UNLEADED Use UNLEADED PREMIUM gasoline or gasohol (up to
REGULAR gasoline with an octane rating of at least 91 E20*) with an octane rating of at least 95 (RON).
(RON) may be used at slightly reduced performance. If unleaded premium gasoline is not used, UNLEADED
However, for maximum vehicle performance and the REGULAR gasoline with an octane rating of at least 91
best driveability, the use of unleaded premium gasoline (RON) may be used at slightly reduced performance.
is recommended. However, for maximum vehicle performance and the
best driveability, the use of unleaded premium gasoline
is recommended.

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QUICK REFERENCE
GUID-829EC5B8-3D12-4D53-83F3-8FE4909536CE
. In case of emergency ... 6-1
(Flat tire, engine will not start, overheating, towing)
. How to start the engine ... 5-1
. How to read the meters and
gauges ... 2-1
. Maintenance and do-it-yourself ... 8-1
. Technical information ... 9-1

Condition: [ Edit: 2014/ 2/ 12 Model: C12-A ]

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