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2013 Nissan Versa Sedan
2013 Nissan Versa Sedan
2013 VE R SA S E DAN
OWNER’S MANUAL
Welcome to the growing family of new NISSAN warnings, cautions and instructions concerning Before driving your vehicle, please read this
owners. This vehicle is delivered to you with proper use of such accessories prior to operating Owner’s Manual carefully. This will ensure famil-
confidence. It was produced using the latest the vehicle and/or accessory. See a NISSAN iarity with controls and maintenance require-
techniques and strict quality control. dealer for details concerning the particular ac- ments, assisting you in the safe operation of your
cessories with which your vehicle is equipped. vehicle.
This manual was prepared to help you under-
stand the operation and maintenance of your WARNING
vehicle so that you may enjoy many miles (kilome-
ters) of driving pleasure. Please read through this IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION RE-
manual before operating your vehicle. MINDERS FOR SAFETY!
A separate Warranty Information Booklet Follow these important driving rules to
explains details about the warranties cov- help ensure a safe and comfortable trip
ering your vehicle. The “NISSAN Service for you and your passengers!
and Maintenance Guide” explains details ● NEVER drive under the influence of al-
about maintaining and servicing your ve- cohol or drugs.
hicle. Additionally, a separate Customer
Care/Lemon Law Booklet (U.S. only) will ● ALWAYS observe posted speed limits
explain how to resolve any concerns you and never drive too fast for conditions.
may have with your vehicle, as well as ● ALWAYS give your full attention to driving
clarify your rights under your state’s lemon and avoid using vehicle features or taking
law. other actions that could distract you.
Your NISSAN dealership knows your vehicle ● ALWAYS use your seat belts and appro-
best. When you require any service or have any priate child restraint systems. Preteen
questions, they will be glad to assist you with the children should be seated in the rear seat.
extensive resources available to them.
● ALWAYS provide information about the
In addition to factory installed options, your ve- proper use of vehicle safety features to
hicle may also be equipped with additional ac- all occupants of the vehicle.
cessories installed by NISSAN or by your
NISSAN dealer prior to delivery. It is important ● ALWAYS review this Owner’s Manual
that you familiarize yourself with all disclosures, for important safety information.
WHEN READING THE MANUAL
MODIFICATION OF YOUR VEHICLE This manual includes information for all options
available on this model. Therefore, you may find
This vehicle should not be modified. some information that does not apply to your
Modification could affect its vehicle.
performance, safety or durability, and
All information, specifications and illustrations in
may even violate governmental this manual are those in effect at the time of
regulations. In addition, damage or per- printing. NISSAN reserves the right to change
formance problems resulting from modi- specifications or design without notice and with-
fications may not be covered under out obligation.
NISSAN warranties.
IMPORTANT INFORMATION ABOUT
THIS MANUAL
You will see various symbols in this manual. They
are used in the following ways: APD1005
If you see this symbol, it means “Do not do this”
WARNING
or “Do not let this happen.”
This is used to indicate the presence of a
hazard that could cause death or serious
personal injury. To avoid or reduce the If you see a symbol similar to these in an illustra-
risk, the procedures must be followed tion, it means the arrow points to the front of the
precisely. vehicle.
CAUTION
This is used to indicate the presence of a Arrows in an illustration that are similar to these
hazard that could cause minor or moder- indicate movement or action.
ate personal injury or damage to your ve-
hicle. To avoid or reduce the risk, the pro-
cedures must be followed carefully. Arrows in an illustration that are similar to these
call attention to an item in the illustration.
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WARNING
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Engine exhaust, some of its constituents,
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or emit chemicals known to the State of
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and certain products of component wear subscription, sold
contain or emit chemicals known to the separately. Not
State of California to cause cancer and available in Alaska,
birth defects or other reproductive harm. Hawaii or Guam.
CALIFORNIA PERCHLORATE For more
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ies, may contain perchlorate material. The
following advisory is provided: “Perchlorate
Material – special handling may apply, See
www.dtsc.ca.gov/hazardouswaste/perchlorate/”.
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Manual may be reproduced or stored in a retrieval
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recording or otherwise, without the prior written
permission of Nissan Mexicana, S. A. de C. V.
NISSAN CUSTOMER CARE PROGRAM
NISSAN CARES . . .
Both NISSAN and your NISSAN dealer are dedicated to serving all your automotive needs. Your satisfaction with your vehicle and your NISSAN dealer are
our primary concerns. Your NISSAN dealer is always available to assist you with all your automobile sales and service needs.
However, if there is something that your NISSAN The Consumer Affairs Department will ask for the You can write to NISSAN with the information at:
dealer cannot assist you with or you would like to following information:
For U.S. customers
provide NISSAN directly with comments or Nissan North America, Inc.
– Your name, address, and telephone number
questions, please contact the NISSAN Con- Consumer Affairs Department
sumer Affairs Department using our toll-free – Vehicle identification number (attached to the P.O. Box 685003
number: top of the instrument panel on the driver’s Franklin, TN 37068-5003
side) or via e-mail at:
For U.S. customers
1-800-NISSAN-1 – Date of purchase nnaconsumeraffairs@nissan-usa.com
(1-800-647-7261) For Canadian customers
– Current odometer reading
Nissan Canada Inc.
For Canadian customers
– Your NISSAN dealer’s name 5290 Orbitor Drive
1-800-387-0122
Mississauga, Ontario L4W 4Z5
– Your comments or questions or via e-mail at:
OR information.centre@nissancanada.com
If you prefer, visit us at:
www.nissanusa.com (for U.S. customers) or
www.nissan.ca (for Canadian customers)
We appreciate your interest in NISSAN and thank you for buying a quality NISSAN vehicle.
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
Display screen, heater, air conditioner, audio and phone systems 4
Starting and driving 5
In case of emergency 6
Appearance and care 7
Maintenance and do-it-yourself 8
Technical and consumer information 9
Index 10
0 Illustrated table of contents
Air bags, seat belts and child restraints . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 0-2 Instrument panel. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 0-6
Exterior front . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 0-3 Engine compartment check locations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 0-7
Exterior rear. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 0-4 Warning/indicator lights . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 0-8
Passenger compartment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 0-5
AIR BAGS, SEAT BELTS AND CHILD
RESTRAINTS
LII2019
LII2016
LII2017
LII2036
HR16DE Engine
1. Drive belt location (P. 8-16)
2. Engine oil filler cap (P. 8-9)
3. Air cleaner (P. 8-17)
4. Brake and clutch (*1) fluid reservoir
(P. 8-12)
5. Battery (P. 8-13)
6. Engine coolant reservoir (P. 8-7)
7. Radiator cap (P. 8-7)
8. Engine oil dipstick (P. 8-9)
9. Windshield-washer fluid reservoir
(P. 8-13)
*1 For Manual Transmission (M/T) model
See the page number indicated in paren-
theses for operating details.
LDI2181
Anti-lock Braking 2-12 Low fuel warning 2-14 Automatic Transmis- 2-16
System (ABS) warn- light sion (A/T)/
or ing light or Continuously Vari-
able Transmission
(CVT) position indi-
cator light (if so
Brake warning light 2-12 Low tire pressure 2-14 equipped)
warning light (if so
or Cruise main switch 2-16
equipped)
indicator light (if so
NISSAN Intelligent 2-15 equipped)
Key® warning light
Cruise set switch 2-17
Charge warning light 2-13 (if so equipped)
indicator light (if so
Power steering 2-13 equipped)
Door open warning 2-13 warning light
Engine start opera- 2-17
light
tion indicator (if so
Seat belt warning 2-16
equipped)
Engine oil pressure 2-13 light and chime
warning light Front passenger air 2-17
Shift P warning light 2-16
bag status light
High temperature 2-14 (if so equipped)
warning light (red) High beam indicator 2-17
Supplemental air 2-16
light (blue)
bag warning light
CAUTION
When adjusting the seat positions, be
sure not to contact any moving parts to
avoid possible injuries and/or damage.
SSS0136
PRECAUTIONS ON SEAT BELT
USAGE
If you are wearing your seat belt properly ad-
justed and you are sitting upright and well back in
your seat with both feet on the floor, your chances
of being injured or killed in an accident and/or the
severity of injury may be greatly reduced.
NISSAN strongly encourages you and all of your
passengers to buckle up every time you drive,
even if your seating position includes a supple-
mental air bag.
Most U.S. states and Canadian provinces
or territories specify that seat belts be worn
at all times when a vehicle is being driven.
WARNING WARNING
● Every person who drives or rides in this ● The seat belt should be properly ad-
vehicle should use a seat belt at all justed to a snug fit. Failure to do so may
times. Children should be properly re- reduce the effectiveness of the entire
strained in the rear seat and, if appro- restraint system and increase the
priate, in a child restraint. chance or severity of injury in an acci-
dent. Serious injury or death can occur
if the seat belt is not worn properly.
WRS0139
Unfastening the seat belts
䊊
1 To unfasten the seat belt, press the button on
the buckle. The seat belt automatically re-
tracts.
Checking seat belt operation
Seat belt retractors are designed to lock seat belt
movement by two separate methods:
● When the seat belt is pulled quickly from the
retractor.
● When the vehicle slows down rapidly.
LRS0674 WRS0256
Rear-facing – step 4 REAR-FACING CHILD RESTRAINT
4. After attaching the child restraint, test it be-
fore you place the child in it. Push it from side
INSTALLATION USING THE SEAT
to side while holding the child restraint near BELTS
the LATCH attachment path. The child re-
straint should not move more than 1 inch
(25 mm), from side to side. Try to tug it
forward and check to see if the LATCH at-
tachment holds the restraint in place. If the
restraint is not secure, tighten the LATCH
attachment as necessary, or put the restraint
in another seat and test it again. You may
need to try a different child restraint or try
installing by using the vehicle seat belt (if
applicable). Not all child restraints fit in all
types of vehicles.
1-24 Safety—Seats, seat belts and supplemental restraint system
WARNING
The three-point seat belt with Automatic
Locking Retractor (ALR) must be used
when installing a child restraint. Failure to
use the ALR mode will result in the child
restraint not being properly secured. The
restraint could tip over or be loose and
cause injury to a child in a sudden stop or
collision. Also, it can change the opera-
tion of the front passenger air bag. See
“Front passenger air bag and status light”
later in this section.
WRS0256 WRS0761
Rear-facing – step 1 Rear-facing – step 2
Refer to all Warnings and Cautions in the “Child 2. Route the seat belt tongue through the child
safety” and “Child restraints” sections before in- restraint and insert it into the buckle until you
stalling a child restraint. hear and feel the latch engage. Be sure to
follow the child restraint manufacturer’s in-
Follow these steps to install a rear-facing child
structions for belt routing.
restraint using the vehicle seat belts in the rear
seats:
1. Child restraints for infants must be
used in the rear-facing direction and
therefore must not be used in the front
seat. Position the child restraint on the seat.
Always follow the restraint manufacturer’s
instructions.
WRS0681 WRS0698
Forward-facing – step 6 Forward-facing – step 8
6. Remove any additional slack from the seat 8. After attaching the child restraint, test it be-
belt; press downward and rearward firmly in fore you place the child in it. Push it from side
the center of the child restraint with your to side while holding the child restraint near
knee to compress the vehicle seat cushion the seat belt path. The child restraint should
and seatback while pulling up on the seat not move more than 1 inch (25 mm), from
belt. side to side. Try to tug it forward and check
7. Tighten the tether strap according to the to see if the belt holds the restraint in place.
manufacturer’s instructions to remove any If the restraint is not secure, tighten the seat
slack. belt as necessary, or put the restraint in
another seat and test it again. You may need
to try a different child restraint. Not all child
restraints fit in all types of vehicles.
WRS0475 WRS0760
BOOSTER SEATS
Forward-facing – step 10 INSTALLING TOP TETHER STRAP Precautions on booster seats
10. If the child restraint is installed in the front
passenger seat, place the ignition switch in First, secure the child restraint with the LATCH WARNING
the ON position. The front passenger air bag lower anchors (rear outboard seat positions only)
or the seat belt, as applicable. If a booster seat and seat belt are not used
status light should illuminate. If this properly, the risk of a child being injured
light is not illuminated, see ⬙Front passenger 1. Flip up the anchor cover 䊊
1 from the anchor in a sudden stop or collision greatly
air bag and status light⬙ in this section. point which is located directly behind the increases:
Move the child restraint to another
child seat. – Make sure the shoulder portion of
seating position. Have the system
checked by a NISSAN dealer. 2. If necessary, raise or remove the head re- the belt is away from the child’s face
straint to position the top tether strap over and neck and the lap portion of the
After the child restraint is removed and the seat belt does not cross the stomach.
belt is fully retracted, the ALR mode (child re- the top of the seatback. If the head restraint
straint mode) is canceled. is removed, store it in a secure place. Be – Make sure the shoulder belt is not
sure to reinstall the head restraint when the behind the child or under the child’s
child restraint is removed. See “Head re- arm.
LRS0455 LRS0453
WARNING
● Never let children ride unrestrained or
extend their hands or face out of the
window. Do not attempt to hold them in
your lap or arms. Some examples of
dangerous riding positions are shown
in the illustrations.
WARNING WARNING
● Children may be severely injured or Front seat-mounted side-impact supple-
killed when the front air bags, side air mental air bags and roof-mounted curtain
bags or curtain air bags inflate if they side-impact supplemental air bags:
are not properly restrained. Pre-teens
● The side air bags and curtain air bags
and children should be properly re-
ordinarily will not inflate in the event of
strained in the rear seat, if possible.
a frontal impact, rear impact, rollover or
● Even with the NISSAN Advanced Air lower severity side collision. Always
Bag System, never install a rear-facing wear your seat belts to help reduce the
child restraint in the front seat. An in- risk or severity of injury in various kinds
flating front air bag could seriously in- of accidents.
jure or kill your child. See “Child re-
straints” earlier in this section for
details.
Under these conditions, the front air bag, side air When maintenance work is required on the ve-
bag, curtain air bag or pretensioner systems may hicle, the front air bags, side air bags, curtain air
not operate properly. They must be checked and bags, pretensioners and related parts should be
LRS0100 repaired. Take your vehicle to the nearest pointed out to the person performing the mainte-
NISSAN dealer. nance. The ignition switch should always be
SUPPLEMENTAL AIR BAG placed in the LOCK position when working under
WARNING LIGHT WARNING the hood or inside the vehicle.
The supplemental air bag warning light, If the supplemental air bag warning light
displaying in the instrument panel, moni- WARNING
is on, it could mean that the front air bag,
tors the circuits for the air bag systems, preten- side air bag, curtain air bag and/or preten- ● Once a front air bag, side air bag, or
sioners and all related wiring. sioner systems will not operate in an ac- curtain air bag has inflated, the air bag
cident. To help avoid injury to yourself or module will not function again and
When the ignition switch is placed in the ON or
others, have your vehicle checked by a must be replaced. Additionally, the ac-
START position, the supplemental air bag warn-
NISSAN dealer as soon as possible. tivated pretensioner must also be re-
ing light illuminates for about 7 seconds and then
placed. The air bag module and preten-
turns off. This means the system is operational.
sioner should be replaced by a NISSAN
dealer. The air bag module and preten-
sioner cannot be repaired.
LIC2170
1. Headlight/turn signal switch (P. 2-22) 5. Center vents (P. 4-13) See the page number indicated in paren-
theses for operating details.
2. Driver’s supplemental air bag /horn 6. Rear window and outside mirror
(P. 1-36, 2-25) (if so equipped) defroster switch
3. Meters and gauges (P. 2-3) (P. 2-22)
4. Windshield wiper/washer switch 7. Hazard warning flasher switch (P. 6-2)
(P. 2-21) 8. Climate controls (P. 4-14)
2-2 Instruments and controls
METERS AND GAUGES
7. Fuel gauge
LIC2283
Type A
1. Tachometer (if so equipped) 5. Continuously Variable Transmission
2. Speedometer (CVT) / AT Automatic Transmission po-
3. Trip odometer reset switch/trip com- sition indicator (CVT / A/T models only)
puter mode 6. Odometer/twin trip odometer/trip com-
4. Instrument brightness control puter
Instruments and controls 2-3
7. Continuously Variable Transmission
(CVT) / Manual Transmission shift
indicatorposition indicator
8. Instrument brightness control
LIC2146
Type B
1. Tachometer 5. Speedometer
2. Temperature gauge 6. Trip odometer reset switch/trip
3. Odometer/twin trip odometer/trip computer mode
computer
4. Fuel gauge
2-4 Instruments and controls
LIC2118 LIC2136 LIC2284
Type A Type B Type A
SPEEDOMETER AND ODOMETER Odometer/Twin trip odometer
Speedometer The odometer/twin trip odometer is displayed
when the ignition switch is placed in the ON
The speedometer indicates the vehicle speed. position.
The odometer 䊊 1 records the total distance the
vehicle has been driven.
The twin trip odometer 䊊
2 records the distance
of individual trips.
When the ignition switch is placed in the ON The instant fuel economy mode shows the instant Trip computer reset
position, modes of the trip computer can be fuel consumption. The display updates instantly
Pushing the change button for more than 3 sec-
selected by pushing the trip computer change when driving.
onds will reset all modes except Trip A and dis-
button 䊊A on the instrument panel located near
tance to empty (dte).
the speedometer. The following modes can be Average fuel consumption
selected in the display 䊊
B: The average fuel consumption mode shows the SERVICE INTERVAL REMINDER (if
● Instant fuel consumption average fuel consumption since the last reset. so equipped)
Resetting is done by pushing the trip computer
When the ignition switch is placed in the ON
● Average fuel consumption change button 䊊 A for more than approximately
position, a wrench symbol and the distance to oil
● Distance to empty 1 second. change information will illuminate on the display
for approximately 5 seconds. The wrench symbol
and distance to oil change switch to oil display
Instruments and controls 2-9
status. Then the oil display status switches to start flashing and the display shows the current
CAUTION
odometer and twin trip odometer/trip computer interval. Push the switch to increase the interval
information mode that was displayed before the distance. Each step increases the interval dis- ● The oil level should be checked regu-
ignition switch was placed in the ACC, OFF or tance by 500 miles (1,000 km). The interval dis- larly. Operating with insufficient
LOCK position. tance can be set up to 18,000 miles (30,000 km) amount of oil level can damage the en-
after which the display returns to zero. gine and such damage is not covered by
The oil level display status provides specific in- the warranty.
formation regarding your approximate engine oil If no further action is made, the display returns to
level. ● NISSAN recommends checking the oil
oil display status indication and the new interval is
level every 3,000 miles (5,000 km).
If the oil level is sufficient, “Oil Good” is displayed set.
for approximately 10 seconds. If the oil level is If the interval distance is set to 0, the display will
low, “Oil Lo” blinks for approximately 30 seconds
skip the distance to oil change information and
in order to draw your attention to necessary ac-
wrench symbol display mode and will directly
tion.
display the oil display status (“Oil Good” or “Oil
Quickly push and release the trip computer Lo”). In order to return to the distance to oil
change button 䊊 A on the instrument panel lo- change information and wrench symbol display
cated near the speedometer 䊊 B during the “Oil mode, push the trip computer change button 䊊 A
Good” or “Oil Lo” mode to display an approxi- on the instrument panel located near the speed-
mate oil level indication. ometer 䊊 B for approximately 3 seconds after the
In case of low engine oil level, see “Engine oil” in ignition switch has been turned to the ON posi-
the “Maintenance and do-it-yourself” section for tion, and adjust the distance to oil change sched-
the proper engine oil refilling procedure. ule as previously described.
Oil change schedule set up See the Warranty Information & Maintenance
Booklet for the appropriate interval distance to oil
It is possible to adjust the interval distance to oil change.
change by pushing the trip computer change
button 䊊 A on the instrument panel located near
the speedometer 䊊 B for 3 seconds while the
wrench symbol and distance to oil change are
displayed. The symbol and distance display will
2-10 Instruments and controls
WARNING/INDICATOR LIGHTS AND
AUDIBLE REMINDERS
or Anti-lock Braking System (ABS) Power steering warning light High beam indicator light (blue)
warning light
or Brake warning light Seat belt warning light and chime Malfunction Indicator Light (MIL)
Charge warning light Shift P warning light (if so equipped) Overdrive off indicator light (if so equipped)
Door open warning light Supplemental air bag warning light Security indicator light (if so equipped)
Engine oil pressure warning light Automatic Transmission (A/T)/Continuously Side and headlight indicator light (green)
Variable Transmission (CVT) position indicator (if so equipped)
light (if so equipped)
High temperature warning light (red) Cruise main switch indicator light Slip indicator light
(if so equipped)
or Low fuel warning light Cruise set switch indicator light Turn signal/hazard indicator lights
(if so equipped)
Low tire pressure warning light (if so Engine start operation indicator Vehicle Dynamic Control (VDC) off indicator
equipped) (if so equipped) light
NISSAN Intelligent Key® warning light (if so Front passenger air bag status light
equipped)
When the ignition switch is placed in the ON 1. Check the brake fluid level. Add brake fluid When the parking brake is released and the
position, the Anti-lock Braking System (ABS) as necessary. See “Brake fluid” in the “Main- brake fluid level is sufficient, if both the brake
warning light illuminates and then turns off. This tenance and do-it-yourself” section of this warning light and the Anti-lock Braking System
indicates the ABS is operational. manual. (ABS) warning light illuminate, it may indicate the
2-12 Instruments and controls
ABS is not functioning properly. Have the brake Power steering warning light control of the vehicle. At this time, greater steer-
system checked, and if necessary, repaired by a ing effort is required to operate the steering
NISSAN dealer promptly. Avoid high-speed driv- WARNING wheel, especially in sharp turns and at low
ing and abrupt braking. (See “Anti-lock Braking speeds.
System (ABS) warning light” in this section.) ● If the engine is not running or is turned
off while driving, the power assist for See “Power steering” in the “Starting and driving”
Charge warning light the steering will not work. Steering will section.
be harder to operate.
Engine oil pressure warning
If this light comes on while the engine is running, ● When the power steering warning light
it may indicate the charging system is not func- illuminates with the engine running,
light
tioning properly. Turn the engine off and check there will be no power assist for the This light warns of low engine oil pressure. If the
the drive belt. If the belt is loose, broken, missing, steering. You will still have control of light flickers or comes on during normal driving,
or if the light remains on, see a NISSAN dealer the vehicle but the steering will be pull off the road in a safe area, stop the engine
immediately. harder to operate. Have the power
immediately and call a NISSAN dealer or other
steering system checked by a NISSAN
authorized repair shop.
CAUTION dealer.
The engine oil pressure warning light is not
Do not continue driving if the drive belt is When the ignition switch is placed in the ON
loose, broken or missing. designed to indicate a low oil level. Use the
position, the power steering warning light illumi- dipstick to check the oil level. See “Engine oil” in
nates. After starting the engine, the power steer- the “Maintenance and do-it-yourself” section of
Door open warning light ing warning light turns off. This indicates the this manual.
power steering system is operational.
This light comes on when any of the doors are not
If the power steering warning light illuminates CAUTION
closed securely while the ignition switch is
while the engine is running, it may indicate the Running the engine with the engine oil
placed in the ON position.
power steering system is not functioning properly pressure warning light on could cause se-
and may need servicing. Have the power steering rious damage to the engine almost imme-
system checked by a NISSAN dealer. diately. Such damage is not covered by
When the power steering warning light illumi- warranty. Turn off the engine as soon as it
nates with the engine running, there will be no is safe to do so.
power assist for the steering but you will still have
Instruments and controls 2-13
High temperature warning light Low tire pressure warning light to activate the TPMS and turn off the low
tire pressure warning light. Use a tire pres-
(red) (if so equipped)
sure gauge to check the tire pressure.
When the ignition switch is placed in the ON Your vehicle is equipped with a Tire Pressure The low tire pressure warning light remains illu-
position, the high temperature warning light illu- Monitoring System (TPMS) that monitors the tire
minated until the tires are inflated to the recom-
minates and then turns off. This indicates that the pressure of all tires except the spare.
mended COLD tire pressure. The CHECK TIRE
high temperature sensor in the engine coolant The low tire pressure warning light warns of low PRES warning message is displayed each time
system is operational. tire pressure or indicates that the TPMS is not the ignition switch is placed in the ON position as
functioning properly. long as the low tire pressure warning light re-
CAUTION mains illuminated.
After the ignition switch is placed in the ON
If the high temperature warning light illu- position, this light illuminates for about 1 second For additional information, see ⬙Check tire pres-
minates while the engine is running, it and turns off. sure warning message reset button⬙ in the ⬙In-
may indicate the engine temperature is
Low tire pressure warning: struments and controls⬙ section and “Tire Pres-
extremely high. Stop the vehicle safely as
soon as possible. If the vehicle is over- sure Monitoring System (TPMS)” in the “Starting
If the vehicle is being driven with low tire and driving” section and in the “In case of emer-
heated, continuing vehicle operation may pressure, the warning light will illuminate.
seriously damage the engine. See “If your gency” section.
vehicle overheats” in the “In case of emer- A CHECK TIRE PRES (pressure) warning
TPMS malfunction:
gency” section. message is also displayed in the odometer.
When the low tire pressure warning light If the TPMS is not functioning properly, the low
or Low fuel warning illuminates, you should stop and adjust the tire pressure warning light will flash for approxi-
tire pressure of all 4 tires to the recom- mately 1 minute when the ignition switch is
light
mended COLD tire pressure shown on the placed in the ON position. The light will remain on
This light comes on when the fuel level in the fuel Tire and Loading Information label located after the 1 minute. Have the system checked by a
tank is getting low. Refuel as soon as it is conve- in the driver’s door opening. The low tire NISSAN dealer.
nient, preferably before the fuel gauge reaches E pressure warning light does not automati- For additional information, see “Tire Pressure
(Empty). There will be a small reserve of fuel cally turn off when the tire pressure is ad-
Monitoring System (TPMS)” in the “Starting and
in the tank when the fuel gauge reaches E justed. After the tire is inflated to the rec-
driving” section and “Tire pressure” in the “Main-
(Empty), showing no more fuel bars. ommended pressure, the vehicle must be
driven at speeds above 16 MPH (25 km/h) tenance and do-it-yourself” section.
2-14 Instruments and controls
WARNING ● When a spare tire is mounted or a wheel NISSAN Intelligent Key®
is replaced the TPMS will not function warning light (if so equipped)
● If the light does not illuminate with the
and the low tire pressure warning light
ignition switch placed in the ON posi- After the ignition switch is placed in the “ON”
will flash for approximately 1 minute.
tion, have the vehicle checked by a
The light will remain on after 1 minute. position, this light comes on for about 2 seconds
NISSAN dealer as soon as possible.
Contact your NISSAN dealer as soon as and then turns off. This light illuminates or blinks
● If the light illuminates while driving, possible for tire replacement and/or as follows:
avoid sudden steering maneuvers or system resetting.
abrupt braking, reduce vehicle speed, ● The light blinks in yellow when the door is
● Replacing tires with those not originally closed with the Intelligent Key left outside
pull off the road to a safe location and
specified by NISSAN could affect the the vehicle and the ignition switch in the
stop the vehicle as soon as possible.
proper operation of the TPMS. “ACC” or “ON” position. Make sure that the
Driving with under-inflated tires may
permanently damage the tires and in- Intelligent Key is inside the vehicle.
crease the likelihood of tire failure. Se- CAUTION
● The light blinks in green when the Intelligent
rious vehicle damage could occur and ● The TPMS is not a substitute for the Key battery is running out of power. Replace
may lead to an accident and could re- regular tire pressure check. Be sure to
sult in serious personal injury. Check the battery with a new one. See “Battery” in
check the tire pressure regularly.
the tire pressure for all four tires. Adjust the “Maintenance and do-it-yourself” sec-
the tire pressure to the recommended ● If the vehicle is being driven at speeds tion.
COLD tire pressure shown on the Tire of less than 16 MPH (25 km/h), the
TPMS may not operate correctly. ● The light illuminates in yellow when it warns
and Loading Information label located of a malfunction with the electrical steering
in the driver’s door opening to turn the ● Be sure to install the specified size of lock system or the Intelligent Key system.
low tire pressure warning light OFF. If tires to the 4 wheels correctly.
the light still comes on while driving If the warning light illuminates in yellow while the
after adjusting the tire pressure, a tire engine is stopped, it may be impossible to free
may be flat. If you have a flat tire, re- the steering lock or to start the engine. If the light
place it with a spare tire as soon as comes on while the engine is running, you can
possible. drive the vehicle. However in these cases, con-
tact a NISSAN dealer for repair as soon as pos-
sible.
CAUTION
● Do not operate the washer continu-
ously for more than 30 seconds.
● Do not operate the washer if the reser-
voir is empty.
● Do not fill the windshield-washer fluid
reservoir with washer fluid concen-
trates at full strength. Some methyl al-
cohol based washer fluid concentrates
may permanently stain the grille if
spilled while filling the windshield-
washer fluid reservoir.
LIC2153 LIC2131 ● Pre-mix windshield-washer fluid con-
Type A Type B centrates with water to the manufactur-
SWITCH OPERATION Push the lever up 䊊 4 to have one sweep opera- er’s recommended levels before pour-
tion (MIST ) of the wiper. ing the fluid into the windshield-washer
The windshield wiper and washer operates when fluid reservoir. Do not use the
the ignition switch is in the ON position. Pull the lever toward you 䊊 5 to operate the windshield-washer fluid reservoir to
washer. The wiper will also operate several times. mix the windshield-washer fluid con-
Push the lever down to operate the wiper at the centrate and water.
following speed: WARNING
䊊
1 Intermittent (INT) — intermittent operation In freezing temperatures the washer solu-
can be adjusted by turning the knob toward tion may freeze on the windshield and
䊊A (Slower) or 䊊 B (Faster). obscure your vision which may lead to an
accident. Warm the windshield with the
䊊
2 Low (LO) — continuous low speed operation
defroster before you wash the windshield.
䊊
3 High (HI) — continuous high speed opera-
tion
Push the VDC OFF switch again or restart the ● Do not use with accessories that ex-
engine to turn on the system. See “Vehicle Dy- ceed a 12 volt, 120 W (10A) power draw.
namic Control (VDC) system” in the “Starting and Do not use double adapters or more
driving” section. than one electrical accessory.
● Use power outlets with the engine run-
ning to avoid discharging the vehicle
battery.
● Avoid using power outlets when the air
conditioner (if so equipped), headlights
or rear window defroster (if so
equipped) is on.
● Before inserting or disconnecting a
LIC2156
plug, be sure the electrical accessory
being used is turned OFF.
The power outlet is for powering electrical acces- ● Push the plug in as far as it will go. If
sories such as cellular telephones. The outlet is good contact is not made, the plug may
rated at 12 volt, 120 W (10A) maximum. overheat or the internal temperature
fuse may open.
CAUTION ● When not in use, be sure to close the
● The outlet and plug may be hot during cap. Do not allow water or any other
or immediately after use. liquid to contact the outlet.
● Only certain power outlets are designed
for use with a cigarette lighter unit. Do
not use any other power outlet for an
accessory lighter. See your NISSAN
dealer for additional information.
LPD2045
Type B—Remote keyless entry keyfob (if so
equipped)
1. Integrated door lock keyfob
2. Key number plate
CAUTION
Do not leave the ignition key inside the
SPA2342 vehicle when you leave the vehicle.
Type A
1. Master key
2. Master key
3. Key number plate
Vehicle Immobilizer System during registration. When the doors are locked using one of the
Any key that is not given to your dealer at the time following methods, the doors can not be opened
of registration will no longer be able to start your using the inside or outside door handles. The
vehicle. doors must be unlocked to open the doors.
CAUTION WARNING
Do not allow the immobilizer system key, ● Always have the doors locked while
which contains an electrical transponder, driving. Along with the use of seat belts,
to come into contact with water or salt this provides greater safety in the event
water. This could affect system function. of an accident by helping to prevent
persons from being thrown from the
vehicle. This also helps keep children
and others from unintentionally open-
ing the doors, and will help keep out
LPD0349
intruders.
Driver’s side
● Before opening any door, always look
for and avoid oncoming traffic. LOCKING WITH KEY
● Do not leave children unattended inside Manual (if so equipped)
the vehicle. They could unknowingly ac- To lock a door, turn the key toward the front of the
tivate switches or controls. Unattended vehicle 䊊1 . To unlock, turn the key toward the rear
children could become involved in seri-
ous accidents. 䊊2 .
As many as 5 keyfobs can be used with one ● Do not place the keyfob for an extended
WARNING
vehicle. For information concerning the purchase period in an area where temperatures
● Radio waves could adversely affect and use of additional keyfobs, contact a NISSAN exceed 140°F (60°C).
electric medical equipment. Those who dealer.
use a pacemaker should contact the ● Do not attach the keyfob with a key
electric medical equipment manufac- The keyfob will not function when: holder that contains a magnet.
turer for the possible influences before ● the battery is discharged ● Do not place the keyfob near equip-
use. ment that produces a magnetic field,
● the distance between the vehicle and the
● The remote keyless entry keyfob trans- such as a TV, audio equipment and per-
keyfob is over 33 ft (10 m) sonal computers.
mits radio waves when the buttons are
pressed. The FAA advises radio waves The panic alarm will not activate when the If a keyfob is lost or stolen, NISSAN rec-
may affect aircraft navigation and com- key is in the ignition switch. ommends erasing the ID code of that key-
munication systems. Do not operate the fob. This will prevent the keyfob from un-
remote keyless entry keyfob while on CAUTION authorized use to unlock the vehicle. For
an airplane. Make sure the buttons are information regarding the erasing proce-
not operated unintentionally when the Listed below are conditions or occur-
rences which will damage the keyfob: dure, please contact a NISSAN dealer.
unit is stored for a flight.
● Do not allow the keyfob, which contains
It is possible to lock/unlock all doors, turn the
electrical components, to come into
interior lights on, and activate the panic alarm by contact with water or salt water. This
using the keyfob from outside the vehicle. could affect the system function.
Be sure to remove the key from the vehicle ● Do not drop the keyfob.
before locking the doors.
● Do not strike the keyfob sharply against
The keyfob can operate at a distance of approxi- another object.
mately 33 ft (10 m) from the vehicle. The effective
● Do not change or modify the keyfob.
distance depends on the conditions around the
vehicle. ● Wetting may damage the keyfob. If the
keyfob gets wet, immediately wipe until
it is completely dry.
LPD2039 LPD2040
● Do not attach the Intelligent Key with a When the Intelligent Key is within the operating
key holder that contains a magnet. range, it is possible for anyone, even someone
who does not carry the Intelligent Key, to push the
● Do not place the Intelligent Key near request switch to lock/unlock the doors.
equipment that produces a magnetic
field, such as a TV, audio equipment and
personal computers.
If an Intelligent Key is lost or stolen, NISSAN
recommends erasing the ID code of that Intelli-
gent Key from the vehicle. This may prevent the
unauthorized use of the Intelligent Key to operate LPD2095
the vehicle. For information regarding the erasing
procedure, contact a NISSAN dealer. OPERATING RANGE
The Intelligent Key functions can only be used
when the Intelligent Key is within the specified
operating range from the request switch 䊊1 .
WPD0375 LPD2074
CAUTION
The lockout protection may not function
under the following conditions:
● When the Intelligent Key is placed on
top of the instrument panel.
● When the Intelligent Key is placed on LPD2075 WPD0369
top of the rear parcel shelf. All doors will be locked automatically unless one
Unlocking doors
● When the Intelligent Key is placed in- of the following operations is performed within
side the glove box or a storage bin. 1. Carry the Intelligent Key. 1 minute after pushing the request switch.
● When the Intelligent Key is placed in- 2. Push the door handle request switch 䊊
1 . ● Opening any door.
side the door pockets.
3. The hazard warning lights flash once and the ● Pushing the ignition switch.
● When the Intelligent Key is placed on or outside buzzer sounds once.
under the spare tire area. The interior light timer illuminates for a period of
4. Push the door handle request switch 䊊 1 time when a door is unlocked and the room light
● When the Intelligent Key is placed in- again within 5 seconds to unlock all doors. switch is in the DOOR position.
side or near metallic materials.
If a door handle is pulled while unlocking the
doors, that door may not be unlocked. Returning
the door handle to its original position will unlock
the door. If the door does not unlock after return-
ing the door handle, push the door handle re-
quest switch to unlock the door.
3-16 Pre-driving checks and adjustments
The interior light can be turned off without waiting When all doors are locked and the trunk lid is
by performing one of the following operations. closed with the Intelligent Key inside the trunk,
the outside buzzer will sound and the trunk will
● Placing the ignition switch in the ON posi-
open.
tion.
● Locking the doors with the remote controller. HOW TO USE THE REMOTE
KEYLESS ENTRY FUNCTION
● Switching the room light switch to the OFF
position. The remote keyless entry function can operate all
door locks using the remote keyless function of
the Intelligent Key. The remote keyless function
can operate at a distance of 33 ft (10 m) away
from the vehicle. The operating distance de-
pends upon the conditions around the vehicle.
LPD2114 The remote keyless entry function will not func-
tion under the following conditions:
Opening the trunk lid
● When the Intelligent Key is not within the
1. Push the trunk opener request switch 䊊A for operational range.
more than 1 second while carrying the Intel-
ligent Key with you. ● When the doors or the trunk are open or not
closed securely.
2. The trunk will unlatch. A chime will sound 4
● When the Intelligent Key battery is dis-
times.
charged.
3. Raise the trunk lid to open the trunk.
CAUTION
Lockout protection
When locking the doors using the Intelli-
To prevent the Intelligent Key from being acci- gent Key, be sure not to leave the key in
dentally locked in the trunk, lockout protection is the vehicle.
equipped with the Intelligent Key.
WPD0359 WPD0360
Locking doors Unlocking doors
1. Place the ignition switch in the LOCK position. 1. Press the button on the Intelligent
2. Close all doors. Key.
3. Press the button on the Intelligent Key. 2. The hazard warning lights flash once.
4. The hazard warning lights flash twice and 3. Press the button again within 5 sec-
the horn beeps once. onds to unlock all doors.
5. All doors will be locked. All doors will be locked automatically unless one
of the following operations is performed within
CAUTION 1 minute after pressing the button:
After locking the doors using the Intelligent
● Opening any doors.
Key, be sure that the doors have been se-
curely locked by operating the door handles. ● Pushing the ignition switch.
WPD0364 WPD0361
Releasing the trunk lid Using the panic alarm
Press the button for longer than 0.5 sec- If you are near your vehicle and feel threatened,
onds to open the trunk lid. The trunk release you may activate the panic alarm to call attention
button will not operate when the ignition switch is by pressing and holding the button on the
placed in the ON position. Intelligent Key for longer than 0.5 seconds.
The panic alarm and headlights will stay on for a
period of time.
WPD0362 LPD2094
WARNING
● Make sure the hood is completely
closed and latched before driving. Fail-
ure to do so could cause the hood to fly
open and result in an accident.
● If you see steam or smoke coming from
the engine compartment, to avoid injury
do not open the hood.
LPD2035
1. Pull the hood lock release handle 䊊
1 located Hold the coated parts when removing or
below the instrument panel until the hood resetting the support rod. Avoid direct con-
springs up slightly. tact with the metal parts, as they may be
2. Locate the lever 䊊2 in between the hood and hot immediately after the engine has been
grille and push the lever sideways with your stopped.
fingertips. When closing the hood, return the support rod to
3. Raise the hood 䊊
3 . its original position, lower the hood to approxi-
mately 12 in (30 cm) above the latch and release
4. Remove the support rod 䊊
4 and insert it into
it. This allows proper engagement of the hood
the slot 䊊
5 .
latch.
WARNING
● Do not drive with the trunk lid open. This
could allow dangerous exhaust gases
to be drawn into the vehicle. See “Ex-
haust gas” in the “Starting and driving”
section of this manual.
● Closely supervise children when they
are around cars to prevent them from
playing and becoming locked in the
trunk where they could be seriously in-
jured. Keep the car locked, with the rear
seatback and trunk lid securely latched
when not in use, and prevent children’s
access to car keys. LPD2036 LPD2114
KEY OPERATION OPENING THE TRUNK LID
To open the trunk lid, turn the key clockwise. To To open the trunk, unlock it with one of the
close the trunk lid, lower and push the trunk lid following operations:
down securely.
● Unlock the trunk using the key.
● Pull up on the opener lever (if so equipped)
located on the floor next to the driver’s seat.
● Press the button on the Intelligent Key.
● Push the 䊊
A release switch.
To open the trunk from the inside, pull the illumi- FUEL-FILLER CAP
nated release handle until the lock releases and
push up on the trunk lid. The release handle is WARNING
made of a material that glows in the dark after a
brief exposure to ambient light. ● Gasoline is extremely flammable and
highly explosive under certain condi-
The handle is located inside the trunk compart- tions. You could be burned or seriously
ment on the trunk lock at the center of the trunk injured if it is misused or mishandled.
lid. Always stop the engine and do not
smoke or allow open flames or sparks
near the vehicle when refueling.
● Do not attempt to top off the fuel tank
after the fuel pump nozzle shuts off
automatically. Continued refueling may
LPD2022 cause fuel overflow, resulting in fuel
spray and possibly a fire.
OPENER OPERATION ● Use only an original equipment type
fuel-filler cap as a replacement. It has a
The fuel-filler door release is located below the built-in safety valve needed for proper
instrument panel. To open the fuel-filler door, pull operation of the fuel system and emis-
the release. To lock, close the fuel-filler door sion control system. An incorrect cap
securely. can result in a serious malfunction and
possible injury. It could also cause
the Malfunction Indicator Light
(MIL) to come on.
● Never pour fuel into the throttle body to
attempt to start your vehicle.
– Keep the pump nozzle in contact ● The LOOSE FUEL CAP warning mes-
with the container while you are fill- sage will display if the fuel-filler cap is
not properly tightened. It may take a SPA1755
ing it.
few driving trips for the message to be To remove the fuel-filler cap:
– Use only approved portable fuel con- displayed. Failure to tighten the fuel-
tainers for flammable liquid. 1. Turn the fuel-filler cap counterclockwise 䊊
1
filler cap properly after the LOOSE
to remove.
FUEL CAP warning message is dis-
CAUTION played may cause the Malfunc- 2. Loop the tether strap around the hook while
tion Indicator Light (MIL) to illuminate. refueling.
● Do not use E-15 or E-85 fuel in your
vehicle. For further information see the ● For additional information, see the To install the fuel-filler cap:
“Fuel Recommendation” in the “Techni- “Malfunction Indicator Light (MIL)” in
cal and consumer information” section 1. Insert the fuel-filler cap straight into the fuel-
the “Instruments and Controls” section
of this manual. filler tube.
in this manual.
2. Turn the fuel-filler cap clockwise 䊊
2 until a
● If fuel is spilled on the vehicle body,
single click is heard.
flush it away with water to avoid paint
damage.
LPD2126 LPD2025
Type A Type B
Loose Fuel Cap warning message
The LOOSE FUEL CAP warning message dis-
plays in the odometer when the fuel-filler cap is
not tightened correctly after the vehicle has been
refueled. It may take a few driving trips for the
message to be displayed. To turn off the warning
message, perform the following:
1. Remove and install the fuel-filler cap as pre-
viously described as soon as possible.
2. Tighten the fuel-filler cap until it clicks.
䊊
3 Slide the extension sun visor in or out as
needed.
CAUTION
● Do not store the sun visor before return-
ing the extension to its original
position.
● Do not pull the extension sun visor
forcedly downward.
LPD0355
TILT OPERATION
Push the lock lever 䊊1 down and adjust the
steering wheel up or down 䊊
2 to the desired
position.
Pull the lock lever 䊊
1 up to lock the steering
wheel in place.
WPD0315
WARNING
Do not adjust the steering wheel while
䊊
1 To block glare from the front, swing down the
sun visor.
driving. You could lose control of your
vehicle and cause an accident. 䊊
2 To block glare from the side, remove the sun
visor from the center mount and swing the
visor to the side.
WARNING
Use the night position only when neces-
sary, because it reduces rear view clarity.
CAUTION
Do not use this system if you notice any
abnormality, such as a frozen screen or
lack of sound. Continued use of the sys-
tem may result in accident, fire or electric
shock.
LHA1474
4-2 Display screen, heater, air conditioner, audio and phone systems
9. Power button/Volume control knob ● To clean the display, never use a rough
*For Navigation system control buttons, refer to cloth, alcohol, benzine, thinner or any
the separate Navigation System Owner’s kind of solvent or paper towel with a
Manual. chemical cleaning agent. They will
scratch or deteriorate the panel.
When you use this system, make sure the engine
● Do not splash any liquid such as water
is running.
or car fragrance on the display. Contact
If you use the system with the engine not with liquid will cause the system to
running (ignition ON or ACC) for a long malfunction.
time, it will discharge the battery, and the
To help ensure safe driving, some functions can-
engine will not start. not be operated while driving.
Reference symbols: The on-screen functions that are not available
“Example” — Words marked in quotes refer to a while driving will be “grayed out” or muted. LHA1476
key shown only on the display. These keys can be Park the vehicle in a safe location and then oper- Touch screen operation
selected by touching the screen. ate the navigation system.
Selecting the item:
HOW TO USE THE TOUCH
WARNING Touch an item to select. For example, to select
SCREEN the “Audio” key, touch the “Audio” key 䊊
1 on the
● ALWAYS give your full attention to
driving. screen.
CAUTION
● The glass display screen may break if it ● Avoid using vehicle features that could
is hit with a hard or sharp object. If the distract you. If distracted, you could
glass screen breaks, do not touch it. lose control of your vehicle and cause
Doing so could result in an injury. an accident.
Display screen, heater, air conditioner, audio and phone systems 4-3
LHA1477 LHA1478 LHA1479
Adjusting the item: Other items are adjusted by selecting one of a set Inputting characters:
number of conditions. For example, the Display
For screens where an item can be adjusted incre-
Mode can be set to “Automatic”, “Day” or “Night”. Touch the letter key 䊊
1 .
mentally, such as when adjusting the bass and
To adjust this type of item, touch the item 䊊
1 . The
treble for the audio system, touch the “+” key 䊊 1 There are some options available when inputting
item will cycle through the available settings and
or the “⫺” key 䊊2 to adjust the settings of an item. characters.
the red indicator lights to the left of the setting
When there are more items than can be dis- condition 䊊 2 will come on or turn off accordingly. ● 123 / ABC:
played on one screen, touch the up arrow 䊊 3 to Changes the available character set to num-
scroll up the page or touch the down arrow 䊊
4 to bers.
scroll down the page. ● Space:
Inserts a space.
● Delete:
Deletes the last inputted character with one
touch. Touch and hold the “Delete” key to
delete all of the characters.
4-4 Display screen, heater, air conditioner, audio and phone systems
● OK: XM setup
Completes the character input.
For XM setup, refer to “Audio system” in this
Touch screen maintenance section.
If you clean the display screen, use a dry, soft
cloth. If additional cleaning is necessary, use a
small amount of neutral detergent with a soft
cloth. Never spray the screen with water or de-
tergent. Dampen the cloth first and then wipe the
screen.
HOW TO USE THE BACK BUTTON
Press the BACK button to return to the
previous screen.
LHA1480
Display screen, heater, air conditioner, audio and phone systems 4-5
“Night” modes are suited for the respective times
of day, while “Automatic” controls the display
automatically.
Scroll Direction
The direction that menus scroll can be adjusted.
Choose either “up” or “down”.
LHA1481 LHA1482
System setup Display:
Select the “System” key to select and/or adjust Select the “Display” key to adjust the appearance
various functions of the system. A screen with of the display. The following settings can be
additional options will appear. adjusted:
Brightness
The brightness of the display can be set to Very
Bright, Bright, Default, Dark or Very Dark. Touch
the “Brightness” key to cycle through the options.
Display Mode
The display can be adjusted to fit the level of
lighting in the vehicle. Touch the “Display Mode”
key to cycle through the options. “Day” and
4-6 Display screen, heater, air conditioner, audio and phone systems
LHA1483 LHA1484 LHA1485
Clock: Set Clock Manually Language:
When this setting is activated, the clock can be
Select the “Clock” key to adjust the time and the Select the “Language” key to adjust the language
set manually. Touch the “+” or “-” key to adjust the
appearance of the clock on the display. The fol- used by the system. The language can be set to
hours and minutes up or down.
lowing settings can be adjusted: English, Français or Español.
Daylight Savings Time
Time Format Touch click:
When this setting is activated, daylight savings
The clock can be set to 12 hours or 24 hours.
time is on. Touch the “Daylight Savings Time” key Select the “Touch Click” key to toggle the touch
Use GPS Clock to toggle the setting on or off. click feature on or off. When activated, a click
When this setting is activated, the clock is set sound will be heard every time a key on the
Time Zone
and continually updated via the GPS used by the screen is touched.
Choose the applicable time zone from the list.
Navigation System.
Display screen, heater, air conditioner, audio and phone systems 4-7
REARVIEW MONITOR (if so
equipped)
Beep tones: When the shift selector is shifted into the R ● Do not put anything on the rearview
(Reverse) position, the monitor display shows a camera. The rearview camera is in-
Select the “Beep Tones” key to toggle the beep
tones feature on or off. When activated, a beep rearward view from the vehicle. stalled beside the license plate light.
sound will be heard when a pop-up message ● When washing the vehicle with high-
appears on the screen or a button on the unit WARNING
pressure water, be sure not to spray it
(such as the button) is pressed and held ● The system is designed as an aid to the around the camera. Otherwise, water
for two seconds. driver in detecting large stationary ob- may enter the camera unit causing wa-
jects to help avoid damaging the ve- ter condensation on the lens, a mal-
Reset all settings/memory:
hicle. The system will not detect small function, fire or an electric shock.
Select the “Reset All Settings/Memory” key to objects below the bumper, and may not
return all settings to default and to clear the detect objects close to the bumper or ● Do not strike the camera. It is a preci-
memory. on the ground. sion instrument. Otherwise, it may mal-
function or cause damage resulting in a
Traffic setup ● The RearView Monitor is a convenience fire or an electric shock.
but it is not a substitute for proper back-
Refer to the separate Navigation System Own- ing. Always turn and check that it is safe CAUTION
er’s Manual for information regarding this item. to do so before backing up. Always
back up slowly. There is a plastic cover over the camera.
BUTTON Do not scratch the cover when cleaning
● Objects viewed in the RearView Moni- dirt or snow from the cover.
To change the display brightness, press tor differ from actual distance because
the button. Pressing the button again will a wide-angle lens is used.
change the display to the day or the night display.
● Make sure that the trunk is securely
If no operation is performed within 5 seconds, the closed when backing up.
display will return to the previous display.
● Underneath the bumper and the corner
Press and hold the button for more than areas of the bumper cannot be viewed
two seconds to turn the display off. Press the on the RearView Monitor because of its
button again to turn the display on. monitoring range limitation.
4-8 Display screen, heater, air conditioner, audio and phone systems
DIFFERENCE BETWEEN
PREDICTED AND ACTUAL
DISTANCES
The distance guide line and the vehicle width
guide line should be used as a reference only
when the vehicle is on a level, paved surface. The
distance viewed on the monitor is for reference
only and may be different than the actual distance
between the vehicle and displayed objects.
LHA0437 WHA1531
Without Navigation System With Navigation System
HOW TO READ THE DISPLAYED 䊊
1 1.5 ft (0.5 m) red
LINES 䊊
2 3 ft (1 m) yellow
Lines which indicate the vehicle clearance and 䊊
3 7 ft (2 m) green
distances to objects with reference to the bum-
per line 䊊
A are displayed on the monitor. 䊊
4 10 ft (3 m) green (models without Navigation
System only)
They are indicated as reference distances to
objects. The lines and colors in the display indi- The vehicle clearance lines are wider than
cate distances from the back bumper line 䊊 A in the actual clearance.
the illustration.
Display screen, heater, air conditioner, audio and phone systems 4-9
the hill is the place 䊊 B . Note that any object on
the hill is further than it appears on the monitor.
WHA1504 WHA1505
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the hill is the place 䊊B . Note that any object on the position 䊊A if the object projects over the
the hill is closer than it appears on the monitor. actual backing up course.
WHA1506
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OPERATING TIPS
CAUTION
● Do not use alcohol, benzine or thinner
to clean the camera. This will cause
discoloration. To clean the camera,
wipe with a cloth dampened with a di-
luted mild cleaning agent and then wipe
with a dry cloth.
● Do not damage the camera as the moni-
tor screen may be adversely affected.
● When the shift selector is shifted to R (Re-
LHA1480 LHA1482 verse), the monitor screen automatically
3. Touch “Display”. changes to the RearView Monitor mode.
ADJUSTING THE SCREEN However, the radio can be heard.
To adjust the quality of the screen, perform the 4. To adjust the brightness, touch the “Bright-
ness” key repeatedly to set the display to ● It may take some time until the RearView
following:
Very Bright, Bright, Default, Dark or Very Monitor is displayed after the shift selector
1. Press the SETUP button. Dark. Touch “Display Mode” to cycle be- has been shifted to R (Reverse). Objects
2. Touch “System”. tween day, night and automatic display may be distorted momentarily until the Rear-
modes. View Monitor screen is displayed com-
pletely. When the shift selector is returned to
Do not adjust the screen settings of the RearView a position other than R (Reverse), it may take
Monitor while the vehicle is moving. some time until the screen changes. Objects
on the screen may be distorted until they are
completely displayed.
● When the temperature is extremely high or
low, the screen may not clearly display ob-
jects. This is not a malfunction.
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VENTS
● Objects on the monitor may not be clear in a Side vents Center vents
dark place or at night. Adjust the air flow direction of the vents by open- Adjust the air flow direction of the vents by mov-
ing, closing or rotating. ing the slide as indicated 䊊1 .
● If dirt, rain or snow attaches to the camera,
the RearView Monitor may not display ob-
jects. Clean the camera.
● Do not use body wax on the camera window.
If body wax does get on the camera window,
wipe off the wax with a clean cloth damp-
ened with mild detergent diluted with water.
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HEATER AND AIR CONDITIONER
(manual) (if so equipped)
WARNING
● The air conditioner cooling function op-
erates only when the engine is running.
● Do not leave children or adults who
would normally require the assistance
of others alone in your vehicle. Pets
should also not be left alone. They
could accidentally injure themselves or
others through inadvertent operation of
the vehicle. Also, on hot, sunny days,
temperatures in a closed vehicle could
quickly become high enough to cause
severe or possibly fatal injuries to
people or animals. LHA2088
● Do not use the recirculation mode for 1. Rear window defroster switch Air flow control dial
long periods as it may cause the interior 2. Fan control dial
The air flow control dial allows you to select the
air to become stale and the windows to 3. Air conditioner button (if so equipped)
air flow outlets.
fog up. 4. Air flow control dial
5. Temperature control dial — Air flows from center and side vents.
6. Air intake lever (Outside air circulation/ — Air flows from center and side vents
Air recirculation) and foot outlets.
— Air flows mainly from foot outlets.
CONTROLS
— Air flows from defroster outlets and
Fan control dial foot outlets.
The fan control dial turns the fan on and off, and — Air flows mainly from defroster
controls fan speed. outlets.
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Temperature control dial comes on when the air conditioner is operating. 4. Turn the temperature control dial to the de-
To turn off the air conditioner, push the sired position between the middle and the
The temperature control dial allows you to adjust hot position.
button again.
the temperature of the outlet air. To lower the
temperature, turn the dial to the left. To increase The air conditioner cooling function oper- Ventilation
the temperature, turn the dial to the right. ates only when the engine is running.
This mode directs outside air to the side and
Fresh air Rear window and outside mirror (if so center vents.
equipped) defroster switch 1. Move the air intake lever to the posi-
Move the air intake lever to the position.
The air flow is drawn from outside the vehicle. For more information about the rear window and tion.
outside mirror (if so equipped) defroster switch,
Air recirculation 2. Turn the air flow control dial to the
see “Rear window and outside mirror defroster
position.
switch” in the “Instruments and controls” section
Move the air intake lever to the position to
of this manual. 3. Turn the fan control dial to the desired posi-
recirculate air inside the vehicle.
tion.
Use the selection:
HEATER OPERATION
4. Turn the temperature control dial to the de-
● when driving on a dusty road. Heating sired position.
● to prevent traffic fumes from entering pas- This mode is used to direct heated air to the foot Defrosting or defogging
senger compartment. outlets. Some air also flows from the defrost
outlets. This mode directs the air to the defrost outlets to
● for maximum cooling when using the air con- defrost/defog the windows.
ditioner. 1. Move the air intake lever to the posi-
tion for normal heating. 1. Move the air intake lever to the posi-
Air conditioner button (if so tion.
2. Turn the air flow control dial to the
equipped) 2. Turn the air flow control dial to the
position.
Start the engine, turn the fan control dial to the position.
3. Turn the fan control dial to the desired posi-
desired position and push the button to tion. 3. Turn the fan control dial to the desired posi-
turn on the air conditioner. The indicator light tion.
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4. Turn the temperature control dial to the de- Heating and defogging AIR CONDITIONER OPERATION (if
sired position between the middle and the so equipped)
hot position. This mode heats the interior and defogs the wind-
shield. Start the engine, turn the fan control dial to the
● To quickly remove ice or fog from the win-
1. Move the air intake lever to the posi- desired position, and press the button to
dows, turn the fan control dial to the maxi-
tion. activate the air conditioner. When the air condi-
mum position and the temperature control
tioner is on, cooling and dehumidifying functions
dial to the full hot position. 2. Turn the air flow control dial to the are added to the heater operation.
position.
When the or position is selected, The air conditioner cooling function oper-
press the button to turn on the air condi- 3. Turn the fan control dial to the desired posi- ates only when the engine is running.
tioner for better performance. This will dehumidify tion.
the air and help defog the windows. 4. Turn the temperature control dial to the de- Cooling
sired position between the middle and the This mode is used to cool and dehumidify the air.
Bi-level heating hot position.
This mode directs cooler air from the side and 1. Move the air intake lever to the posi-
When the or position is selected, tion.
center vents and warmer air from the floor outlets.
When the temperature control dial is moved to press the button to turn on the air condi-
tioner for better performance. This will dehumidify 2. Turn the air flow control dial to the
the full hot or full cool position, the air between position.
the air and help defog the windows.
the vents and the floor outlets is the same tem-
perature. Operating tips 3. Turn the fan control dial to the desired posi-
tion.
1. Move the air intake lever to position. Clear snow and ice from the wiper blades
and air inlet in front of the windshield. This 4. Push the button. The indicator light
2. Turn the air flow control dial to the improves heater operation. comes on.
position.
5. Turn the temperature control dial to the de-
3. Turn the fan control dial to the desired posi- sired position.
tion.
4. Turn the temperature control dial to the de-
sired position.
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● For quick cooling when the outside tem- 3. Turn the fan control dial to the desired posi- AIR FLOW CHARTS
perature is high, move the air intake lever to tion.
The following charts show the button and dial
the position. Be sure to return to 4. Turn the temperature control dial to the de- positions for MAXIMUM AND QUICK heating,
the position for normal cooling. sired position. cooling or defrosting. The air intake lever
Dehumidified heating Operating tips should always be in the position for
heating and defrosting.
This mode is used to heat and dehumidify the air. ● Keep the windows and moonroof closed
while the air conditioner is in operation.
1. Move the air intake lever to the posi-
tion. ● After parking in the sun, drive for 2 or 3 min-
utes with the windows open to vent hot air
2. Turn the air flow control dial to the from the passenger compartment. Then,
position. close the windows. This allows the air con-
ditioner to cool the interior more quickly.
3. Turn the fan control dial to the desired posi-
tion. ● The air conditioning system should be
operated for approximately 10 minutes
4. Push the button. The indicator light at least once a month. This helps pre-
comes on. vent damage to the system due to lack
of lubrication.
5. Turn the temperature control dial to the de-
sired position. ● A visible mist may be seen coming from the
ventilators in hot, humid conditions as the air
Dehumidified defogging is cooled rapidly. This does not indicate a
malfunction.
This mode is used to defog the windows and
dehumidify the air. ● If the engine coolant temperature
gauge indicates engine coolant tem-
1. Move the air intake lever to the posi- perature over the normal range, turn
tion. the air conditioner off. See “If your
vehicle overheats” in the “In case of
2. Turn the air flow control dial to the
emergency” section of this manual.
position.
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LHA2481 LHA2482
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LHA2486 LHA2487
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LHA2488
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SERVICING AIR CONDITIONER (if so AUDIO SYSTEM
equipped)
The air conditioner system in your NISSAN ve- RADIO Reception conditions will constantly change be-
hicle is charged with a refrigerant designed with cause of vehicle movement. Buildings, terrain,
the environment in mind. Place the ignition switch in the ACC or ON signal distance and interference from other ve-
position and press the PWR button to turn the hicles can work against ideal reception. De-
This refrigerant does not harm the earth’s radio on. If you listen to the radio with the engine scribed below are some of the factors that can
ozone layer. not running, the ignition switch should be placed affect your radio reception.
Special charging equipment and lubricant is re- in the ACC position.
Some cellular phones or other devices may
quired when servicing your NISSAN air condi-
Radio reception is affected by station signal cause interference or a buzzing noise to come
tioner. Using improper refrigerants or lubricants
strength, distance from radio transmitter, build- from the audio system speakers. Storing the de-
will cause severe damage to your air conditioner
ings, bridges, mountains and other external influ- vice in a different location may reduce or elimi-
system. See “Air conditioner system refrigerant
ences. Intermittent changes in reception quality nate the noise.
and oil recommendations” in the “Technical and
consumer information” section of this manual. normally are caused by these external influences. FM RADIO RECEPTION
A NISSAN dealer is able to service your “environ- Using a cellular phone in or near the ve- Range: FM range is normally limited to 25 – 30 mi
mentally friendly” air conditioning system. hicle may influence radio reception quality. (40 – 48 km), with monaural (single channel) FM
Radio reception having slightly more range than stereo FM. Exter-
WARNING nal influences may sometimes interfere with FM
The air conditioner system contains re- Your NISSAN radio system is equipped with station reception even if the FM station is within
frigerant under high pressure. To avoid state-of-the-art electronic circuits to enhance ra- 25 mi (40 km). The strength of the FM signal is
personal injury, any air conditioner ser- dio reception. These circuits are designed to directly related to the distance between the
vice should be done only by an experi- extend reception range, and to enhance the qual- transmitter and receiver. FM signals follow a line-
enced technician with proper equipment. ity of that reception. of-sight path, exhibiting many of the same char-
acteristics as light. For example, they will reflect
However, there are some general characteristics off objects.
of both FM and AM radio signals that can affect
radio reception quality in a moving vehicle, even Fade and drift: As your vehicle moves away from
when the finest equipment is used. These char- a station transmitter, the signals will tend to fade
and/or drift.
acteristics are completely normal in a given re-
ception area and do not indicate any malfunction
in your NISSAN radio system.
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Static and flutter: During signal interference from SATELLITE RADIO RECEPTION (if so
buildings, large hills or due to antenna position equipped)
(usually in conjunction with increased distance
from the station transmitter), static or flutter can When the satellite radio is used for the first time
be heard. This can be reduced by adjusting the or the battery has been replaced, the satellite
treble control to reduce treble response. radio may not work properly. This is not a mal-
function. Wait more than 10 minutes with satellite
Multipath reception: Because of the reflective radio ON and the vehicle outside of any metal or
characteristics of FM signals, direct and reflected large building for satellite radio to receive all of
signals reach the receiver at the same time. The the necessary data.
signals may cancel each other, resulting in mo-
mentary flutter or loss of sound. No satellite radio reception is available unless
there is an active SiriusXM Satellite Radio service
AM RADIO RECEPTION subscription. Satellite radio is not available in
AM signals, because of their low frequency, can Alaska, Hawaii and Guam. If satellite radio is not
bend around objects and skip along the ground. operational then pressing the RADIO button will
In addition, the signals can be bounced off the switch between FM and AM bands.
ionosphere and bent back to earth. Because of Satellite radio performance may be affected if
these characteristics, AM signals are also sub- cargo carried on the roof blocks the satellite radio
ject to interference as they travel from transmitter signal.
to receiver.
If possible, do not put cargo over the satellite
Fading: Occurs while the vehicle is passing antenna.
through freeway underpasses or in areas with
many tall buildings. It can also occur for several A build up of ice on the satellite radio antenna can LHA0099
seconds during ionospheric turbulence even in affect satellite radio performance. Remove the
ice to restore satellite radio reception. AUDIO OPERATION PRECAUTIONS
areas where no obstacles exist.
Static: Caused by thunderstorms, electrical
power lines, electric signs and even traffic lights.
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Compact disc (CD) player ● Do not expose the CD to direct sun- CHECK DISC:
light.
● Confirm that the CD is inserted cor-
CAUTION ● CDs that are in poor condition or are rectly (the label side is facing up,
● Do not force a compact disc into the CD dirty, scratched or covered with finger- etc.).
insert slot. This could damage the CD prints may not work properly.
● Confirm that the CD is not bent or
and/or CD changer/player. ● The following CDs may not work prop- warped and it is free of scratches.
● Trying to load a CD with the CD door erly:
closed could damage the CD and/or CD PRESS EJECT:
● Copy control compact discs (CCCD)
changer. This is an error due to excessive tem-
● Recordable compact discs (CD-R)
● Only one CD can be loaded into the CD perature inside the player. Remove the
player at a time. ● Rewritable compact discs (CD-RW) CD by pressing the EJECT button. After
a short time, reinsert the CD. The CD
● Only use high quality 4.7 in (12 cm) ● Do not use the following CDs as they
can be played when the temperature of
round discs that have the “COMPACT may cause the CD player to malfunc-
tion: the player returns to normal.
disc DIGITAL AUDIO” logo on the disc
or packaging. ● 3.1 in (8 cm) discs with an adapter UNPLAYABLE:
● During cold weather or rainy days, the ● CDs that are not round The file is unplayable in this audio sys-
player may malfunction due to the hu- tem (only MP3 or WMA (if so equipped)
● CDs with a paper label CD).
midity. If this occurs, remove the CD
and dehumidify or ventilate the player ● CDs that are warped, scratched, or
completely. have abnormal edges
● The player may skip while driving on ● This audio system can only play pre-
rough roads. recorded CDs. It has no capability to
record or burn CDs.
● The CD player sometimes cannot func-
tion when the compartment tempera- ● If the CD cannot be played, one of the
ture is extremely high or low. following messages will be displayed.
Decrease/increase the temperature
before use.
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Compact disc with MP3 or WMA (if ● Sampling frequency — Sampling frequency
so equipped) is the rate at which the samples of a signal
are converted from analog to digital (A/D
Terms: conversion) per second.
● MP3 — MP3 is short for Moving Pictures ● Multisession — Multisession is one of the
Experts Group Audio Layer 3. MP3 is the methods for writing data to media. Writing
most well-known compressed digital audio data once to the media is called a single
file format. This format allows for near “CD session, and writing more than once is called
quality” sound, but at a fraction of the size of a multisession.
normal audio files. MP3 conversion of an ● ID3/WMA Tag — The ID3/WMA tag is the
audio track from CD-ROM can reduce the part of the encoded MP3 or WMA file that
file size by approximately a 10:1 ratio with contains information about the digital music
virtually no perceptible loss in quality. MP3 file such as song title, artist, encoding bit
compression removes the redundant and rate, track time duration, etc. ID3 tag infor-
irrelevant parts of a sound signal that the mation is displayed on the Artist/song title
human ear doesn’t hear. line on the display.
● WMA — Windows Media Audio (WMA)* is a * Windows® and Windows Media® are regis-
compressed audio format created by Micro- tered trademarks and trademarks in the United
soft as an alternative to MP3. The WMA States of America and other countries of Micro-
codec offers greater file compression than soft Corporation of the USA.
the MP3 codec, enabling storage of more
digital audio tracks in the same amount of WHA1078
space when compared to MP3s at the same Playback order chart
level of quality.
● Bit rate — Bit rate denotes the number of
bits per second used by a digital music file.
The size and quality of a compressed digital
audio file is determined by the bit rate used
when encoding the file.
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Playback order:
Music playback order of a CD with MP3 or WMA
files is as illustrated.
● The names of folders not containing MP3 or
WMA files are not shown in the display.
● If there is a file in the top level of the disc,
“Root Folder” is displayed.
● The playback order is the order in which the
files were written by the writing software.
Therefore, the files might not play in the
desired order.
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Specification chart:
*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.
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Troubleshooting guide:
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USB (Universal Serial Bus) memory (if ● To avoid damage and loss of function This system cannot be used to format USB de-
so equipped) when using a USB device, note the fol- vices. To format a USB device, use a personal
lowing precautions. computer.
WARNING – Do not bend the cable excessively In some states/area, the USB device for the front
Do not connect or disconnect the USB (1.6 in [40 mm]) radius minimum. seats plays only sound without images for regu-
device while driving. Doing so can be a latory reasons, even when the vehicle is parked.
– Do not twist the cable excessively
distraction. If distracted you could lose (more than 180 degrees). This system supports various USB memory de-
control of your vehicle and cause an acci- vices, USB hard drives and iPod® players. Some
dent or serious injury. – Do not pull or drop the cable.
USB devices may not be supported by this sys-
– Do not hit or press the USB port or tem.
CAUTION USB device with hands, feet, or
objects. ● Partitioned USB devices may not play cor-
● Do not force the USB device into the rectly.
USB port. Inserting the USB device – Do not store objects with sharp
tilted or up-side-down into the port may edges in the storage area where the ● Some characters used in other languages
damage the USB device and the port. cable is stored. (Chinese, Japanese, etc.) may not appear
Make sure that the USB device is con- properly in the display. Using English lan-
– Do not leave the USB device and
nected correctly into the USB port. guage characters with a USB device is rec-
attached devices in the vehicle com-
● Do not grab the USB port cover (if so partment. When not in use for ex- ommended.
equipped) when pulling the USB device tended periods of time, store the General notes for USB use:
out of the port. This could damage the cable and USB device in a clean, dust
port and the cover. free environment at room tempera- ● The USB device may not function when the
ture and without direct sun exposure. passenger compartment temperature is ex-
● Do not leave the USB cable in a place tremely high. Lower the temperature before
where it can be pulled unintentionally. – Do not use the cable for any other use.
Pulling the cable may break the wire, purposes than its intended use in the
USB device or the port. vehicle. ● During cold weather or rainy days, the player
may malfunction due to humidity. If this oc-
The vehicle is not equipped with a USB device. curs, remove the USB device and dehu-
USB devices should be purchased separately as midify or ventilate the USB player com-
necessary. pletely.
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● Do not connect a USB device if a connector, ● Improperly plugging in the iPod may cause a iPod®* player (if so equipped)
cable or USB port is wet. Allow the connec- checkmark to be displayed on and off (flick-
tor, cable, and USB port to dry completely ering). Always make sure that the iPod is ● Some characters used in other languages
before connecting the USB device. (Wait for connected properly. (Chinese, Japanese, etc.) are not displayed
24 hours or more until it is dry.) If the con- properly on the vehicle center screen. We
● An iPod® nano (1st Generation) may remain recommend using English language charac-
nector and USB port are exposed to fluids in fast forward or rewind mode if it is con-
other than water, evaporative residue may ters with an iPod®.
nected during a seek operation. In this case,
cause a short circuit between the connector please manually reset the iPod. ● Large video podcast files cause slow re-
pins and USB port. In this case, replace the sponses in the iPod®. The vehicle center
cable and USB port. Otherwise damage to ● An iPod® nano (2nd Generation) will con-
tinue to fast-forward or rewind if it is discon- display may momentarily black out, but it will
the USB device and a loss of function may soon recover.
nected during a seek operation.
occur.
● An incorrect song title may appear when the ● If the iPod® automatically selects large
● If the cable is damaged (insulation cut, con- Play Mode is changed while using an iPod® video podcast files while in the shuffle mode,
nectors cracked, contamination such as liq- nano (2nd Generation). the vehicle center display may momentarily
uids, dust, dirt, etc. in the connectors), do black out, but it will soon recover.
not use the cable. Replace the cable with a ● Audiobooks may not play in the same order
new one. as they appear on an iPod®. ● Improperly plugging in the iPod® may cause
a checkmark to be displayed on and off
● Do not put a USB device in a location where ● Large video files cause slow responses in an
(flickering). Always make sure that the
static electricity occurs, electrical noise is iPod®. The vehicle center display may mo-
mentarily black out, but will soon recover. iPod® is connected properly.
generated or hot air from the air conditioner
blows directly on it. Doing so may cause the ● If an iPod® automatically selects large video ● The iPod® nano (2nd Generation) will con-
data stored on the USB device to be cor- files while in the shuffle mode, the vehicle tinue to fast forward or rewind if it is discon-
rupted. center display may momentarily black out, nected during a seek operation.
but will soon recover. ● An incorrect song title may appear when the
Notes for iPod® use:
Play Mode is changed while using the iPod®
iPod® is a trademark of Apple Inc., registered in nano (2nd Generation).
the U.S. and other countries.
● Audiobooks may not play in the same order
as they appear on the iPod®.
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● The iPod® nano (1st Generation) may re- ● Do not connect the cable to the iPod® if the
main in fast forward or rewind mode if it is cable and/or connectors are wet. It may
connected during a seek operation. In this damage the iPod®.
case, please manually reset the iPod®. ● If the cable and connectors are exposed to
● If you are using an iPod® (3rd Generation water, allow the cable and/or connectors to
with Dock connector), do not use very long dry completely before connecting the cable
names for the song title, album name or artist to the iPod® (wait 24 hours for it to dry).
name to prevent the iPod® from resetting ● If the connector is exposed to fluids other
itself. than water, evaporative residue may cause a
short between the connector pins. In this
● Be careful not to do the following, or the
case, replace the cable, otherwise damage
cable could be damaged and a loss of func-
to the iPod® and a loss of function may
tion may occur: occur.
● Bend the cable excessively (1.6 in ● If the cable is damaged (insulation cut, con-
(40 mm) radius maximum). nectors cracked, contamination such as liq-
● Twist the cable excessively (more than uids, dust, dirt, etc. in the connectors), do
180 degrees). not use the cable and contact a NISSAN
dealer to replace the cable with a new one.
● Pull or drop the cable.
● When not in use for extended periods of
● Do not force the iPod® cable connector time, store the cable in a clean, dust free
into the device port. environment at room temperature and with-
out direct sun exposure.
● Close the center console lid on the cable
or connectors. ● Do not use the cable for any other purposes
other than its intended use in the vehicle.
● Store objects with sharp edges in the
storage where the cable is stored. *iPod® is a trademark of Apple Inc., registered in
the U.S. and other countries.
● Spill liquids on the cable and connectors.
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11. VOLUME control knob
12. PWR button
13. SCAN button
14. RDM button
15. Station select (1 - 6) buttons
FM/AM RADIO WITH COMPACT
DISC (CD) PLAYER (Type A) (if so
equipped)
For all operation precautions, see “Audio opera-
tion precautions” in this section.
Audio main operation
POWER/VOLUME control:
Place the ignition switch in the ACC or ON
position. Press the PWR button while the system
is off to call up the mode (radio, CD or AUX) that
was playing immediately before the system was
turned off. While the system is on, pressing the
PWR button turns the system off.
LHA1224 Turn the VOL control knob to adjust the volume.
Type A MENU button (Bass, Treble, Fade, Balance
1. FM-AM button 6. AUX button and Clock):
2. CD eject button 7. TUNE button Press the MENU button to change the mode as
3. SEEK button 8. MENU button follows:
4. CD button 9. RPT button
BAS (Bass) → TRE (Treble) → FAD (Fade) →
5. CD insert slot 10. AUX IN jack BAL (Balance) → Clock → Normal mode
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Press the SEEK or or TUNE 4. Press the SEEK button or or SEEK tuning:
or button to adjust the Bass, Treble, Fade the TUNE button or to adjust
and Balance to the desired level. Fade adjusts the minutes. Press the SEEK button or to tune
the sound level between the front and rear speak- from low to high or high to low frequencies and to
ers and Balance adjusts the sound between the 5. Press the MENU button again to exit the stop at the next broadcasting station.
right and left speakers. clock set mode.
SCAN tuning:
Once you have adjusted the sound quality to the If no action is taken, the display will return to the
desired level, press the MENU button repeatedly regular clock display after 10 seconds. Press the SCAN button to stop at each broad-
until the radio or CD display reappears. If no casting station for 5 seconds. Pressing the but-
action is taken, the radio or CD display will auto- FM/AM radio operation ton again during this 5 second period will stop
matically reappear after approximately 10 sec- FM·AM button: SCAN tuning and the radio will remain tuned to
onds. that station. If the SCAN button is not pressed
Press the FM·AM button to change the band as within 5 seconds, SCAN tuning moves to the
Clock set follows: next station.
If the clock is not displayed with the ignition AM → FM1 → FM2 → AM 1 to 6 Station memory operations:
switch in the ACC or ON position, you need to
select the CLK-ON mode. Press the MENU but- If another audio source is playing when the Twelve stations can be set for the FM band (6 for
ton repeatedly until CLK-OFF mode is displayed. FM·AM button is pressed, the audio source play- FM1, 6 for FM2) and six stations can be set for
Use the TUNE/FF-REW/FOLDER button to en- ing will automatically be turned off and the last the AM band.
able CLK-ON mode. radio station played will begin playing.
1. Choose the radio band AM, FM1 or FM2
1. Press the MENU button repeatedly until The FM stereo indicator (ST) illuminates during using the AM·FM select button.
“Clock:” appears. The hours will begin flash- FM stereo reception. When the stereo broadcast
ing. signal is weak, the radio automatically changes 2. Tune to the desired station using manual,
from stereo to monaural reception. SEEK or SCAN tuning. Press and hold any
2. Press the SEEK button or or of the desired station memory buttons (1 –
the TUNE button or to adjust TUNE button (Tuning): 6) until a beep sound is heard.
the hours. 3. The channel indicator will then come on and
Press the TUNE button or for
3. Press the MENU button again. The minutes the sound will resume. Programming is now
manual tuning.
will begin flashing. complete.
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4. Other buttons can be set in the same man- SEEK button: RPT button:
ner.
When the RPT button is pressed while a com-
If the battery cable is disconnected or if the fuse When the SEEK button is pressed while pact disc is playing, the play pattern can be
opens, the radio memory will be canceled. In that the compact disc is playing, the next track follow- changed as follows:
case, reset the desired stations. ing the present one starts to play from the begin-
1 TR RPT ←→ 1 CD RPT
ning. Press the SEEK button several times
Compact disc (CD) player operation to skip several tracks. Each time the button is 1 TR RPT: the current track will be repeated.
If the radio is already operating, it automatically pressed, the CD advances one additional track. 1 CD RPT: play pattern returns to normal.
turns off and the compact disc begins to play. The track number appears in the display window.
(When the last track on the compact disc is AUX (Auxiliary) button:
CD button: skipped, the first track is played.) The AUX IN jack is located on the front of the
When the CD button is pressed with the system radio. The AUX IN audio input jack accepts any
When the SEEK button is pressed, the
off and the compact disc loaded, the system will standard analog audio input such as from a por-
track being played returns to the beginning. table cassette tape/CD player, MP3 player or a
turn on and the compact disc will start to play.
Press the SEEK button several times to laptop computer.
When the CD button is pressed with a compact skip back several tracks. Each time the button is
disc loaded and the radio playing, the radio will pressed the CD moves back one track. Press the AUX button to play a compatible device
automatically be turned off and the compact disc when it is plugged into the AUX IN jack.
RDM button:
will start to play. EJECT button:
When the RDM button is pressed while a com-
TUNE (Rewind or Fast
pact disc is playing, the play pattern can be When the button is pressed with a com-
Forward) button: changed as follows: pact disc loaded, the compact disc will eject and
the last source will be played.
When the TUNE button or is 1 CD RDM ←→ 1 CD RPT
pressed while the compact disc is playing, the 1 CD RDM: all tracks on the disc will be played When the button is pressed twice with a
compact disc plays at an increased speed while compact disc loaded, the compact disc will be
randomly.
reversing or fast forwarding. When the button is ejected further for easier CD removal. If the disc
1 CD RPT: play pattern returns to normal. is not removed within 15 seconds, the disc will
released, the compact disc returns to normal play
reload.
speed.
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11. SCAN/RPT button
12. AUDIO button
13. AUX IN jack
14. Station select (1 - 6) buttons
15. VOLUME control knob
16. PWR button
17. iPod MENU button
18. BACK button
19. ENTER button
20. SEEK/TRACK button
FM/AM RADIO WITH COMPACT
DISC (CD) PLAYER (Type B) (if so
equipped)
For all operation precautions, see ⬙Audio opera-
tion precautions⬙ in this section.
Audio main operation
POWER/VOLUME control:
Place the ignition switch in the ACC or ON
LHA1225 position. Press the PWR button while the system
Type B is off to call up the mode (radio, CD or AUX) that
was playing immediately before the system was
1. MUTE button 6. iPod button
turned off. While the system is on, pressing the
2. DISP/TEXT button 7. AUX button
PWR button turns the system off.
3. FM-AM button 8. CLOCK button
4. CD button 9. CD eject button Turn the VOL control knob to adjust the volume.
5. CD insert slot 10. TUNE/FF-REW/FOLDER button
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MUTE button: To change the Speed Sensitive Volume (SSV) If no action is taken, the display will return to the
mode to OFF, LOW, MID or HIGH, press the regular clock display after 10 seconds.
Press the button to mute the audio sound. TUNE button or until the desired DISP (display) button
setting is displayed.
Press the button again to resume playing This button works during FM, CD and iPod®
the audio at its previous volume. Once you have adjusted the sound quality to the operation. See the detailed function for this but-
desired level, press the AUDIO button repeatedly ton in the section for each mode.
AUDIO button (Bass, Treble, Fade, Bal- until the radio or CD display reappears. If no
ance, SSV, Beep): action is taken, the radio or CD display will auto- iPOD® MENU, ENTER and BACK buttons
Press the AUDIO button to change the mode as matically reappear after approximately 5 sec- These buttons can only be used for iPod® op-
follows: onds. erations. See “iPod® Player Operation without
Clock set Navigation System” later in this section for details
Bass → Treble → Fade → Balance → Speed
about the functions of these buttons.
Sensitive Volume (SSV) → Beep ON/OFF → If the clock is not displayed with the ignition
Normal mode switch in the ACC or ON position, you need to FM/AM radio operation
To adjust Bass, Treble, Fade and Balance, press select the CLK-ON mode. Press the MENU but- FM·AM button:
the AUDIO button until the desired mode ap- ton repeatedly until CLK-OFF mode is displayed.
Use the TUNE/FF-REW/FOLDER button to en- Press the FM·AM button to change the band as
pears in the display. Press the TUNE
able CLK-ON mode. follows:
or or SEEK or button to ad-
1. Press and hold the CLOCK button until the AM → FM1 → FM2 → AM
just the selected mode to the desired level. Fade
adjusts the sound level between the front and clock display starts to flash. If another audio source is playing when the
rear speakers and Balance adjusts the sound 2. Press the SEEK/TRACK button FM·AM button is pressed, the audio source play-
between the right and left speakers. ing will automatically be turned off and the last
or to adjust the hours.
radio station played will begin playing.
To change the Beep to ON or OFF, press the
3. Press the TUNE/FF-REW/FOLDER
TUNE button up or down until the desired mode The FM stereo indicator (ST) illuminates during
is displayed. This will enable or disable the beep button or to adjust the minutes. FM stereo reception. When the stereo broadcast
sound heard during menu selection. 4. Press the CLOCK button again to exit the signal is weak, the radio automatically changes
clock set mode. from stereo to monaural reception.
Display screen, heater, air conditioner, audio and phone systems 4-35
TUNE button (Tuning): 3. The channel indicator will then come on and DISP/TEXT button:
the sound will resume. Programming is now
When the DISP/TEXT button is pressed while a
Press the TUNE/FF-REW/FOLDER complete. CD is playing, the display will change as follows:
button or for manual tuning. 4. Other buttons can be set in the same man- CD:
SEEK tuning: ner.
Track number → Disc title → Song title → Track
If the battery cable is disconnected or if the fuse number
Press the SEEK/TRACK button or opens, the radio memory will be canceled. In that
to tune from low to high or high to low frequen- case, reset the desired stations. CD with MP3 or WMA:
cies and to stop at the next broadcasting station. Track number → Folder title → Album title →
DISP/TEXT button:
SCAN tuning: Artist → Song title → Track number
When the DISP/TEXT button is pressed while in
Press the SCAN/RPT button to stop at each TUNE/FF-REW/FOLDER
FM radio mode, the radio display will change as
broadcasting station for 5 seconds. Pressing the follows: (Reverse or Fast Forward)
button again during this 5 second period will stop
button:
SCAN tuning and the radio will remain tuned to Frequency → PTY → PS → Frequency
that station. If the SCAN/RPT button is not CD:
pressed within 5 seconds, SCAN tuning moves Compact disc (CD) player operation
to the next station. When the TUNE/FF-REW/FOLDER button
If the radio is already operating, it automatically
1 to 6 Station memory operations: turns off and the compact disc begins to play. (fast forward) or (reverse) is
pressed while the compact disc is playing, the
Twelve stations can be set for the FM band (6 for CD button: compact disc plays at an increased speed while
FM1, 6 for FM2) and six stations can be set for reversing or fast forwarding. When the button is
When the CD button is pressed with the system
the AM band. released, the compact disc returns to normal play
off and the compact disc loaded, the system will
1. Choose the radio band AM, FM1 or FM2 speed.
turn on and the compact disc will start to play.
using the AM·FM select button.
When the CD button is pressed with a compact
2. Tune to the desired station using manual, disc loaded and the radio playing, the radio will
SEEK or SCAN tuning. Press and hold any automatically be turned off and the compact disc
of the desired station memory buttons (1 – will start to play.
6) until a beep sound is heard.
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CD with MP3 or WMA: button several times to skip back several AUX (Auxiliary) button:
When the TUNE/FF-REW/FOLDER button tracks. Each time the button is pressed the CD The AUX IN jack is located on the front of the
moves back one track. radio. The AUX IN audio input jack accepts any
(fast forward) or (reverse) is
SCAN/RPT button: standard analog audio input such as from a por-
pressed for less than 1.5 seconds while the
table cassette tape/CD player, MP3 player or a
compact disc is playing, the folders in the CD will When the SCAN/RPT button is pressed while a laptop computer.
change. compact disc is playing, the play pattern can be
Press the AUX button to play a compatible device
When the TUNE/FF-REW/FOLDER changed as follows:
when it is plugged into the AUX IN jack.
button (fast forward) or (reverse) is CD:
EJECT button:
pressed for more than 1.5 seconds while the
compact disc is playing, the compact disc plays REPEAT TRACK → RANDOM TRACK → RE-
PEAT DISC When the button is pressed with a com-
at an increased speed while reversing or fast pact disc loaded, the compact disc will eject and
forwarding. When the button is released, the CD with MP3 or WMA: the last source will be played.
compact disc returns to normal play speed.
REPEAT FOLDER → REPEAT TRACK → RAN- When the button is pressed twice with a
SEEK/TRACK button: DOM TRACK → RANDOM FOLDER → REPEAT compact disc loaded, the compact disc will be
DISC ejected further for easier CD removal. If the disc
When the SEEK/TRACK button is
is not removed within 15 seconds, the disc will
pressed while the compact disc is playing, the REPEAT TRACK: the current track will be re-
reload.
next track following the present one starts to play peated.
from the beginning. Press the SEEK/TRACK Additional features
RANDOM TRACK: all tracks on the disc will be
button several times to skip several tracks.
played randomly. For more information about the iPod® player
Each time the button is pressed, the CD ad-
vances one additional track. The track number available with this system, see “iPod® player
REPEAT DISC: play pattern returns to normal.
appears in the display window. (When the last operation without Navigation System” in this sec-
track on the compact disc is skipped, the first REPEAT FOLDER: the current folder will be re- tion.
track is played.) peated.
When the SEEK/TRACK button is RANDOM FOLDER: all tracks in the current
pressed, the track being played returns to the folder will be played randomly.
beginning. Press the SEEK/TRACK
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13. FM-AM button
LHA1486 LHA1487
Audio settings: Speed Volume:
Controls the level to which the volume is adjusted
Press the SETUP button to display the audio
as the vehicle’s driving speed changes. Choose a
settings on the screen. These settings can also
setting between 1 and 5 or choose 0 to disable
be displayed by pressing the AUDIO button
the feature entirely.
(TUNE/SCROLL knob). Use the touchscreen to
adjust the following items to the desired setting: AUX Level:
Controls the volume level of incoming sound
Bass, Treble, Balance and Fade:
when an auxiliary device is connected to the
Controls the sound of the audio system. Balance
system. Available options are Quiet, Medium and
adjusts the sound between the left and right
Loud.
speakers. Fade adjusts the sound between the
front and rear speakers.
Display screen, heater, air conditioner, audio and phone systems 4-39
FM/AM/SAT radio operation *When the XM button is pressed, the satellite
radio mode will be skipped unless an optional
FM·AM button: satellite receiver and antenna are installed and a
Press the FM·AM button to change the band as SiriusXM Satellite Radio service subscription is
follows: active. Satellite radio is not available in Alaska,
Hawaii and Guam.
AM → FM1 → FM2 → AM
If a compact disc is playing when the XM button
If another audio source is playing when the is pressed, the compact disc will automatically be
FM·AM button is pressed, the audio source play- turned off and the last radio station played will
ing will automatically be turned off and the last come on.
radio station played will begin playing.
The FM stereo indicator (ST) is shown on the
screen during FM stereo reception. When the
stereo broadcast signal is weak, the radio auto- LHA1492
matically changes from stereo to monaural re- While the radio is in XM mode, the operation can
ception. be controlled through the touchscreen. Touch
the “Channels” key to display a list of channels.
XM band select: Touch a channel displayed on the list to change
Pressing the XM button will change the band as to that channel. Touch the “Categories” key to
follows: display a list of categories. Touch a category
displayed on the list to display options within that
XM1* → XM2* → XM3* → XM1* (satellite, if so category.
equipped)
When the XM button is pressed while the ignition
switch is in the ACC or ON position, the radio will
come on at the last station played.
The last station played will also come on when
the VOL/ON-OFF control knob is pressed to turn
the radio on.
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Tuning with the TUNE/SCROLL knob: 2. Tune to the desired station using manual or
seek tuning. Press and hold any of the de-
The radio can also be manually tuned using the sired station memory buttons (1 – 6) until a
TUNE/SCROLL knob. When in FM or AM mode, beep sound is heard.
turn the TUNE/SCROLL knob to the left for lower
frequencies or to the right for higher frequencies. 3. The channel indicator will then come on and
When in XM mode, turn the TUNE/SCROLL the sound will resume. Programming is now
knob to change the channel. complete.
When in FM or AM mode, press the If the battery cable is disconnected or if the fuse
opens, the radio memory will be canceled. In that
SEEK/CATEGORY button or to case, reset the desired stations.
tune from low to high or high to low frequencies
LHA1489 and to stop at the next broadcasting station. Compact disc (CD) player operation
Tuning with the touchscreen: If the radio is already operating, it automatically
When in XM mode, press the SEEK/CATEGORY
When in AM or FM mode, the radio can be tuned turns off and the compact disc begins to play.
button or to change the category.
using the touchscreen. To bring up the visual CD button:
tuner, touch the “Tune” key on the lower right 1 to 6 Station memory operations:
corner of the screen. A screen appears with a bar When the CD button is pressed with the system
Twelve stations can be set for the FM band (6 for off and the compact disc loaded, the system will
running from low frequencies on the left to high
frequencies on the right. Touch the screen at the FM1, 6 for FM2) and six stations can be set for turn on and the compact disc will start to play.
location of the frequency you wish to tune and the the AM band. Eighteen stations can be set for the
XM band (6 for XM1, 6 for XM2, 6 for XM3). When the CD button is pressed with a compact
station will change to that frequency. To return to disc loaded and the radio playing, the radio will
the regular radio display screen, touch the “OK” 1. Choose the radio band AM, FM1 or FM2 automatically be turned off and the compact disc
key. using the FM·AM select button or choose will start to play.
the radio band XM1, XM2 or XM3 using the
XM button.
Display screen, heater, air conditioner, audio and phone systems 4-41
LHA1488 LHA1490 LHA1491
CD/MP3 display mode Random: Repeat:
Touch the “Random” key to apply a random play Touch the “Repeat” key to apply a repeat play
While listening to a CD or an MP3/WMA CD,
pattern to the CD. When the random mode is pattern to the CD. When the repeat mode is
certain text may be displayed (when a CD en-
coded with text is being used). Depending on active, the icon will be displayed to the left active, the icon will be displayed to the left
how the CD or MP3/WMA CD is encoded, the of the song title. If an MP3 CD is playing, touch- of the song title. If an MP3 CD is playing, touch-
text is displayed listing the artist, album and song ing “Random” alternates between randomly play- ing “Repeat” alternates between repeating the
title. ing songs within the current folder and songs current song and repeating the current folder.
from the CD as a whole. The icon is dis- The icon is displayed to the left of the song
There are other keys displayed on the screen played to the left of the song title or folder name title or folder name to denote which pattern is
when a CD is playing: to denote which pattern is applied. To cancel applied. To cancel Repeat mode, touch the “Re-
Random mode, touch the “Random” key until peat” key until no icon is displayed.
no icon is displayed.
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Browse: Press the SEEK/CATEGORY button while
Touch the “Browse” key to display the titles on a CD or MP3/WMA CD is playing to advance
the CD in list format. Touch the title of a song in one track. Press the SEEK/CATEGORY
the list to begin playing that song. If an MP3 CD is button several times to skip forward sev-
playing, touching the “Browse” key will also list eral tracks. If the last track on a CD is skipped, the
the folders on the disc. Follow the procedure for first track on the disc is played. If the last track in
selecting a song with the touchscreen to choose a folder of an MP3/WMA CD is skipped, the first
a folder. track of the next folder is played.
SEEK/CATEGORY
(Reverse or Fast
Forward) button:
LHA1493 LHA2484
For more information about the USB input jack, USB INTERFACE (models with
see “USB interface” in this section. Navigation System)
EJECT button:
4-44 Display screen, heater, air conditioner, audio and phone systems
Connecting a device to the USB input Audio file operation
jack AUX button:
4-46 Display screen, heater, air conditioner, audio and phone systems
Connecting iPod® While connected to the vehicle, the iPod® can
only be operated by the vehicle audio controls.
CAUTION To disconnect the iPod® from the vehicle, re-
● Do not force the iPod® cable into the move the end of the cable plugged into the jack
USB port. Inserting the USB device on the vehicle, then remove the cable from the
tilted or up-side-down into the port may iPod®.
damage the iPod® cable and the port. ● Make sure the iPod® cable connector and
Make sure that the iPod® cable is con- device port are clean and free of obstruc-
nected correctly into the USB port. tions before inserting the connector into the
(Some iPod® cables come with a device.
mark as a guide. Make sure that the
mark is facing the correct direction be- ● Make sure the iPod® cable connector and
fore inserting the iPod® cable.) device port are correctly aligned before con-
necting the cable to the device.
● Do not locate objects near the iPod® LHA2435
cable to prevent the objects from lean- ● To remove the iPod® cable, press the lock-
ing on the iPod® cable and the port. ing tabs and pull the iPod® cable connector
Pressure from the objects may damage straight out from the device.
the iPod® cable and the port.
* iPod® is a trademark of Apple Inc., registered in
To connect an iPod® to the vehicle so that the the U.S. and other countries.
iPod® can be controlled with the audio system
controls, use the jack located on the center con- Compatibility
sole near the parking brake and power outlet. The following models are compatible:
Open the protective cover on the jack and then
connect the iPod®-specific end of the cable to ● iPod® Classic - 1st through 6th generation
the iPod® and the other end of the cable to the ● iPod® Mini - 1st and 2nd generation
jack on the vehicle 䊊 1 . If compatible, the battery
● iPod® Nano - 1st through 3rd generation
of your iPod® will be charged while connected to
the vehicle with the ignition switch in the ACC or ● iPod® Touch - 1st generation
ON position. ● iPhone® - 1st generation
Display screen, heater, air conditioner, audio and phone systems 4-47
Make sure that your iPod® firmware is updated to ENTER and BACK buttons: When the TUNE/FF-REW/FOLDER button is
the version indicated above. pressed or for less than 1.5 sec-
Press the ENTER button while the top menu is
displayed to show program details on the audio onds while the iPod® is playing, the next track or
Audio main operation the beginning of the current track on the iPod®
iPod® button: display. Use the SEEK buttons or to will be played.
scroll through the choices and press the ENTER
Place the ignition switch in the ACC or ON button to make a selection. Press the BACK SCAN/RPT button:
position and press the iPod® button to switch to button to return to the previous display. Press the SCAN/RPT button while a track is
the iPod® mode. playing to change the play pattern as follows:
iPod® play information:
If another audio source is playing and the iPod® Excluding Podcast and Audiobook:
is connected, press the iPod® button to switch Press the DISP TEXT button for less than
to the iPod® mode. 1.5 seconds while a program is playing to change ALL RPT → TRK RPT → ALL RDM → ALBUM
the displayed program information as follows: RDM
If the system is turned off while the iPod® is
Excluding Podcast: Podcast:
playing, the iPod® will start when the PWR but-
ton is pressed. Album Title → Artist Name → Song Title → ALL RPT ←→ TRK RPT
Normal Mode
Top menu item selecting: For more information about Podcasts, see the
Podcast: iPod® owner’s manual.
Press the iPod® MENU button while the iPod®
is connected to show the interface for iPod® Album Title → Song Title → Normal Mode Audiobook:
operation on the audio display. The items can be For more information about Podcasts, see the NORMAL → FAST → SLOW
chosen from the menu list screen by pressing the iPod® owner’s manual.
SEEK button or while the iPod® is TUNE/FF-REW/FOLDER button:
operational. The display pattern can be changed
as follows: When the TUNE/FF-REW/FOLDER button is
Playlists → Artists → Albums → Songs → Pod- pressed or for more than 1.5 sec-
onds while the iPod® is playing, the iPod® will
casts → Genres → Composers → Audiobooks
play while fast forwarding or reversing. When the
For more information about each item, see the button is released, the iPod® will return to the
iPod® owner’s manual. normal play speed.
4-48 Display screen, heater, air conditioner, audio and phone systems
Connecting iPod® while connected to the vehicle with the ignition
switch in the ACC or ON position.
CAUTION While connected to the vehicle, the iPod® can
● Do not force the iPod® cable into the only be operated by the vehicle audio controls.
USB port. Inserting the USB device To disconnect the iPod® from the vehicle, re-
tilted or up-side-down into the port may move the USB end of the cable from the USB
damage the iPod® cable and the port. jack on the vehicle, then remove the cable from
Make sure that the iPod® cable is con- the iPod®.
nected correctly into the USB port.
(Some iPod® cables come with a * iPod® is a trademark of Apple Inc., registered in
mark as a guide. Make sure that the the U.S. and other countries.
mark is facing the correct direction be- Compatibility
fore inserting the iPod® cable.)
The following models are compatible:
LHA2484 ● Do not locate objects near the iPod®
iPod®* PLAYER OPERATION WITH cable to prevent the objects from lean- ● iPod® Classic - 5th generation
ing on the iPod® cable and the port.
NAVIGATION SYSTEM (if so ● iPod® Nano - 1st through 2nd generation
Pressure from the objects may damage
equipped) the iPod® cable and the port. Make sure that your iPod® firmware is updated to
the version indicated above.
To connect an iPod® to the vehicle so that the
iPod® can be controlled with the audio system
controls and display screen, use the USB jack
located on the center console near the parking
brake and power outlet. Open the protective
cover on the USB jack and then connect the
iPod®-specific end of the cable to the iPod®
and the USB end of the cable to the USB jack on
the vehicle 䊊
1 . If your iPod® supports charging
via a USB connection, its battery will be charged
Display screen, heater, air conditioner, audio and phone systems 4-49
● Playlists
● Artists
● Albums
● Genres
● Songs
● Composers
● Audiobooks
● Podcasts
SEEK/CATEGORY button:
AUX button: The interface for iPod® operation shown on the Press and hold the SEEK/CATEGORY
vehicle’s audio system display screen is similar to button or for 1.5 seconds while a
Place the ignition switch in the ACC or ON the iPod® interface. Use the touchscreen, track is playing to reverse or fast forward the track
position and press the AUX button repeatedly BACK button or the TUNE/SCROLL knob to being played. The track plays at an increased
until the iPod® mode is displayed on the screen. navigate the menus on the screen. speed while reversing or fast forwarding. When
If another audio source is playing and the iPod® the button is released, the track returns to normal
When the iPod® is playing, touch the “Menu” key
is connected, press the AUX button repeatedly to play speed.
to bring up the iPod® interface.
switch to the iPod® mode.
Random and repeat play mode:
Depending on the iPod® model, the following
If the vehicle audio system is turned off while the items may be available on the menu list screen. While the iPod® is playing, the play pattern can
iPod® is playing, the iPod® will start when the For further information about each item, see the be altered so that songs are repeated or played
VOL/ON-OFF control knob is pressed. iPod® Owner’s Manual. randomly.
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Random: ● A new disc may be rough on the inner and
Touch the “Random” key to apply a random play outer edges. Remove the rough edges by
pattern to the iPod®. When the random mode is rubbing the inner and outer edges with the
active, the icon is displayed to the left of side of a pen or pencil as illustrated.
the song title or album name to denote which
random pattern is applied. To cancel Random
mode, touch the “Random” key until no
icon is displayed.
Repeat:
Touch the “Repeat” key to apply a repeat play
pattern to the iPod®. When the repeat mode is
active, the icon is displayed to the left of
the song title or album name to denote which
repeat pattern is applied. To cancel Repeat LHA0049
mode, touch the “Repeat” key until no icon
is displayed.
CD CARE AND CLEANING
● Handle a CD by its edges. Do not bend the
disc. Never touch the surface of the disc.
● Always place the discs in the storage case
when they are not being used.
● To clean a disc, wipe the surface from the
center to the outer edge using a clean, soft
cloth. Do not wipe the disc using a circular
motion.
● Do not use a conventional record cleaner or
alcohol intended for industrial use.
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POWER on switch Tuning
With the ignition switch in the ACC or ON posi- Memory change (radio):
tion, push the POWER switch to turn the audio
system on. While in one of the preset radio station banks (A,
B or C), push the tuning switch or
SOURCE select switch (models for less than 1.5 seconds to change to the next
without Navigation System) preset station in memory.
Push the SOURCE select switch to change the Seek tuning (radio):
mode in the following sequence: AM → FM →
CD* → iPod®* (if so equipped) → AUX* → AM Push the tuning switch or for more
than 1.5 seconds to seek the next or previous
* These modes are only available when compat-
radio station.
ible media storage is inserted into the device.
LHA2084 Next/Previous track (CD):
1. Tuning switch
SOURCE select switch (models with
2. Phone operation switches Navigation System) Push the tuning switch or for less
than 1.5 seconds to return to the beginning of the
3. POWER on and SOURCE select Push the SOURCE select switch to change the present track or skip to the next track. Push
switch audio mode in the following sequence: AM/FM → several times to skip back or skip through tracks.
4. Volume control switches XM → CD* → USB/AUX* → AM/FM.
STEERING WHEEL SWITCH FOR * These modes are only available when compat-
ANTENNA
AUDIO CONTROL (if so equipped) ible media storage is inserted into the device. The antenna cannot be shortened, but can be
removed. When you need to remove the antenna,
The audio system can be operated using the Volume control switches turn the antenna rod counterclockwise.
controls on the steering wheel.
Push the volume control switch to increase or To install the antenna rod, turn the antenna rod
decrease the volume. clockwise and hand tighten.
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CAR PHONE OR CB RADIO
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BLUETOOTH® HANDS-FREE PHONE
SYSTEM (if so equipped)
WARNING
● Use a phone after stopping your vehicle
in a safe location. If you have to use a
phone while driving, exercise extreme
caution at all times so full attention may
be given to vehicle operation.
● If you are unable to devote full attention
to vehicle operation while talking on
the phone, pull off the road to a safe
location and stop your vehicle.
CAUTION
To avoid discharging the vehicle battery,
use a phone after starting the engine.
LHA2441
Your NISSAN is equipped with the Bluetooth® make or receive a hands-free telephone call with
Hands-Free Phone System. If you have a com- your cellular phone in the vehicle.
patible Bluetooth® enabled cellular phone, you
Once your cellular phone is connected to the in-
can set up the wireless connection between your
vehicle phone module, no other phone connecting
cellular phone and the in-vehicle phone module.
procedure is required. Your phone is automatically
With Bluetooth® wireless technology, you can
connected with the in-vehicle phone module when
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the ignition switch is placed in the ON position with – Your cellular phone is locked to prevent it ● Refer to the cellular phone Owner’s Manual
the previously connected cellular phone turned on from being dialed. regarding the telephone charges, cellular
and carried in the vehicle. phone antenna and body, etc.
● When the radio wave condition is not ideal
You can connect up to 5 different Bluetooth® or ambient sound is too loud, it may be REGULATORY INFORMATION
cellular phones to the in-vehicle phone module. difficult to hear the other person’s voice dur-
However, you can talk on only one cellular phone ing a call. FCC Regulatory information
at a time. – CAUTION: To maintain compliance with
● Do not place the cellular phone in an area
Before using the Bluetooth® Hands-Free Phone surrounded by metal or far away from the FCC’s RF exposure guidelines, use only the
System, refer to the following notes. in-vehicle phone module to prevent tone supplied antenna. Unauthorized antenna,
quality degradation and wireless connection modification, or attachments could damage
● Set up the wireless connection between a the transmitter and may violate FCC regula-
disruption.
cellular phone and the in-vehicle phone tions.
module before using the hands-free phone ● While a cellular phone is connected through
system. the Bluetooth® wireless connection, the – Operation is subject to the following two con-
ditions:
battery power of the cellular phone may dis-
● Some Bluetooth® enabled cellular phones may
charge quicker than usual. The Bluetooth® 1. This device may not cause interference and
not be recognized by the in-vehicle phone mod-
Hands-Free Phone System cannot charge
ule. Please visit www.nissanusa.com/bluetooth 2. this device must accept any interference,
for a recommended phone list and connecting cellular phones. including interference that may cause unde-
instructions. ● If the hands-free phone system seems to be sired operation of the device.
● You will not be able to use a hands-free malfunctioning, see “Troubleshooting guide” IC Regulatory information
phone under the following conditions: later in this section. You can also visit
www.nissanusa.com/bluetooth for trouble- – Operation is subject to the following two con-
– Your vehicle is outside of the cellular ser- shooting help. ditions: (1) this device may not cause interfer-
vice area. ence, and (2) this device must accept any
● Some cellular phones or other devices may interference, including interference that may
– Your vehicle is in an area where it is cause interference or a buzzing noise to cause undesired operation of the device.
difficult to receive a cellular signal; such
come from the audio system speakers. Stor-
as in a tunnel, in an underground parking – This Class B digital apparatus meets all re-
ing the device in a different location may
garage, near a tall building or in a moun- quirements of the Canadian Interference-
tainous area. reduce or eliminate the noise. Causing Equipment Regulations.
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Operating tips ● If a command is not recognized, the system
BLUETOOTH® is a announces, “Command not recognized.
trademark owned by To get the best performance out of the NISSAN Please try again.” Make sure the command is
Bluetooth SIG, Inc. Voice Recognition system, observe the following: said exactly as prompted by the system and
and licensed to ● Keep the interior of the vehicle as quiet as repeat the command in a clear voice.
Visteon. possible. Close the windows to eliminate ● If you want to go back to the previous com-
surrounding noises (traffic noises, vibration
mand, you can say “Go back” or “Correc-
USING THE SYSTEM sounds, etc.), which may prevent the system
tion” any time the system is waiting for a
from recognizing voice commands correctly.
The NISSAN Voice Recognition system allows response.
● Wait until the tone sounds before speaking a
hands-free operation of the Bluetooth® Phone
command. Otherwise, the command will not ● You can cancel a command when the sys-
System. tem is waiting for a response by saying,
be received properly.
If the vehicle is in motion, some commands may “Cancel” or “Quit.” The system announces
not be available so full attention may be given to ● Start speaking a command within 5 seconds “Cancel” and ends the VR session. You can
vehicle operation. after the tone sounds.
also press and hold the button on the
● Speak in a natural voice without pausing steering wheel for 5 seconds at any time to
Initialization between words. end the VR session. Whenever the VR ses-
When the ignition switch is placed in the ON sion is cancelled, a double beep is played to
position, NISSAN Voice Recognition is initialized,
Giving voice commands indicate you have exited the system.
which takes a few seconds. If the button is To operate NISSAN Voice Recognition, press
● If you want to adjust the volume of the voice
pressed before the initialization completes, the and release the button located on the feedback, press the volume control switches
system will announce “Hands-free phone system steering wheel. After the tone sounds, speak a (+ or -) on the steering wheel while being
not ready” and will not react to voice commands. command.
provided with feedback. You can also use
The command given is picked up by the micro- the radio volume control knob.
phone, and voice feedback is given when the
command is accepted. ● In most cases you can interrupt the voice
feedback to speak the next command by
● If you need to hear the available commands pressing the button on the steering
for the current menu again, say “Help” and wheel.
the system will repeat them.
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● To use the system faster, you may speak the ● Numbers can be spoken in small groups. NOTE:
second level commands with the main menu The system will prompt you to continue en-
For best results, say phone numbers as
command on the main menu. For example, tering digits, if desired. single digits.
press the button and after the tone Example: 1-800-662-6200
say, “Call Redial.” The voice command “Help” is available at any
– “One eight zero zero” time. Please use the “Help” command to get
How to say numbers information on how to use the system.
The system repeats the numbers and
NISSAN Voice Recognition requires a certain prompts you to enter more.
way to speak numbers in voice commands. Refer
to the following rules and examples. – “six six two”
● Either “zero” or “oh” can be used for “0”. The system repeats the numbers and
prompts you to enter more.
Example: 1-800-662-6200
– “six two zero zero”
– “One eight oh oh six six two six two oh
oh”, or ● Say “pound” for “#”. Say “star” for “*” (avail-
able when using the “Special Number” com-
– “One eight zero zero six six two six two oh mand and the “Send” command during a
oh” call).
● Words can be used for the first 4 digits See “List of voice commands” and “Special
places only. number” in this section for more information.
Example: 1-800-662-6200 Example: 1-555-1212 *123
– “One eight hundred six six two six two oh – “One five five five one two one two star
oh”, one two three”
– NOT “One eight hundred six six two sixty ● Say “plus” for “+” (available only when using
two hundred,” and the “Special Number” command).
– NOT “One eight oh oh six six two sixty two ● Say “pause” for a 2-second pause (available
hundred” only when storing a phone book number).
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You can also use the button Choosing a language
to interrupt the system feedback You can interact with the Bluetooth® Hands-
and give a command at once. See Free Phone System using English, Spanish or
“List of voice commands” and French.
“During a call” in this section for
To change the language, perform the following.
more information.
1. Press and hold the button for more
PHONE/END than 5 seconds.
While the voice recognition system 2. The system announces: “Press the
is active, press and hold the PHONE/SEND ( ) button for the
button for 5 seconds to quit the hands-free phone system to enter the voice
voice recognition system at any adaptation mode or press the PHONE/END
LHA2087 time. ( ) button to select a different lan-
CONTROL BUTTONS guage.”
TUNING SWITCH
The control buttons for the Bluetooth® Hands- 3. Press the button.
While using the voice recognition
Free Phone System are located on the steering For information on voice adaptation, see
wheel. system, tilt the tuning switch up or
down to manually control the “Voice adaptation (VA) mode” in this section.
PHONE/SEND
phone system. 4. The system announces the current language
Press the button to initiate a and gives you the option to change the lan-
VR session or answer an incoming guage to Spanish (in Spanish) or French (in
GETTING STARTED
call. French). To select the current language,
The following procedures will help you get press the PHONE/SEND ( ) button. To
started using the Bluetooth® Hands-Free Phone select a different language, tilt the tuning
System with NISSAN Voice Recognition. For ad-
switch ( or ) left or right.
ditional command options, refer to “List of voice
commands” in this section.
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NOTE: 3. Say: “Add phone” 䊊B . The system acknowl- Making a call by entering a phone
edges the command and asks you to initiate number
You must press the button within connecting from the phone handset 䊊C.
5 seconds to change the language. Main Menu
The connecting procedure of the cellular
5. If you decide not to change the language, do phone varies according to each cellular “Call” 䊊
A
not press either button. After 5 seconds, the phone model. See the cellular phone Own- “Phone Number” 䊊
B
VR session will end, and the language will
not be changed.
er’s Manual for details. You can also visit Speak the digits 䊊
C
www.nissanusa.com/bluetooth for instruc-
tions on connecting NISSAN recommended “Dial” 䊊
D
Connecting procedure
cellular phones. 1. Press the button on the steering
NOTE: When prompted for a Passkey code, enter wheel. A tone will sound.
The connecting procedure must be per- “1234” from the handset. The Passkey code 2. Say: “Call” 䊊A . The system acknowledges
formed when the vehicle is stationary. If the “1234” has been assigned by NISSAN and the command and announces the next set of
vehicle starts moving during the procedure, cannot be changed. available commands.
3. Say “Phone Number” 䊊
the procedure will be cancelled. 4. The system asks you to say a name for the B . The system ac-
Main Menu phone 䊊D. knowledges the command and announces
the next set of available commands.
“Connect phone” 䊊
A If the name is too long or too short, the
“Add phone” 䊊
B system tells you, then prompts you for a Say: “Special Number” to dial more than 10
name again. digits or any special characters.
Initiate from handset 䊊
C
Also, if more than one phone is connected 4. Say the number you wish to call starting with
Name phone 䊊
D
the area code in single digit format 䊊
C . If the
and the name sounds too much like a name
1. Press the button on the steering already used, the system tells you, then system has trouble recognizing the correct
wheel. The system announces the available prompts you for a name again. phone number, try entering the number in
commands. the following groups: 3-digit area code,
3-digit prefix and the last 4-digits. For ex-
2. Say: “Connect phone” 䊊 A . The system ac- ample, 555-121-3354 can be said as “five
knowledges the command and announces five five” as the 1st group, then “one two
the next set of available commands. one” as the 2nd group, and “three three five
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four” as the 3rd group. For dialing more than LIST OF VOICE COMMANDS “Call”
10 digits or any special characters, say
“Special Number”. See “How to say num- Main Menu Main Menu
bers” in this section for more information. “Call” “Call”
5. When you have finished speaking the phone “Phonebook” (Speak name) 䊊
A
number, the system repeats it back and an-
“Recent Calls” “Phone Number”
nounces the available commands.
“Connect Phone” (Speak Digits) 䊊
B
6. Say: “Dial” 䊊
D . The system acknowledges
the command and makes the call. “Special Number” 䊊
C
When you press and release the button on
the steering wheel, you can choose from the “Redial” 䊊
D
For additional command options, see “List of
voice commands” in this section. commands on the Main Menu. The following “Call Back” 䊊
E
pages describe these commands and the com-
Receiving a call mands in each sub-menu. (Speak name) 䊊
A
When you hear the ring tone, press the Remember to wait for the tone before If you have stored entries in the phonebook, you
button on the steering wheel. speaking. can dial a number associated with a name and
location.
Once the call has ended, press the button After the main menu, you can say “Help” to hear
on the steering wheel. the list of commands currently available any time See “Phonebook” in this section to learn how to
the system is waiting for a response. store entries.
NOTE: When prompted by the system, say the name of
If you want to end an action without completing it,
If you do not wish to take the call when you you can say “Cancel” or “Quit” at any time the the phone book entry you wish to call. The system
hear the ring tone, press the button system is waiting for a response. The system will acknowledges the name.
on the steering wheel. end the VR session. Whenever the VR session is If there are multiple locations associated with the
For additional command options, see “List of cancelled, a double beep is played to indicate name, the system asks you to choose the loca-
voice commands” later in this section. you have exited the system. tion.
If you want to go back to the previous command, Once you have confirmed the name and location,
you can say “Go back” or “Correction” any time the system begins the call.
the system is waiting for a response.
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(Speak Digits) 䊊
B If a call back number does not exist, the system ● “Transfer call” — Use the Transfer Call com-
announces, “There is no number to call back” and mand to transfer the call from the
When prompted by the system, say the number Bluetooth® Hands-Free Phone System to
ends the VR session.
you wish to call. Refer to “How to say numbers” the cellular phone when privacy is desired.
and “Making a call by entering a phone number” During a call
in this section for more details. The system announces, “Transfer call. Call
During a call there are several command options transferred to privacy mode.” The system
“Special Number” 䊊
C available. Press the button on the steering then ends the VR session.
For dialing more than 10 digits or any special wheel to mute the receiving voice and enter com-
To reconnect the call from the cellular phone
characters, say “Special Number”. When the mands.
to the Bluetooth® Hands-Free System,
system acknowledges the command, the system ● “Help” — The system announces the avail- press the button.
will prompt you to speak the number. able commands.
● “Mute” — Use the Mute command to mute
“Redial” 䊊
D ● “Go back/Correction” — The system an- your voice so the other party cannot hear it.
nounces “Go back,” ends the VR session Use the mute command again to unmute
Use the Redial command to call the last number
and returns to the call. your voice.
that was dialed.
The system acknowledges the command, re- ● “Cancel/Quit” — The system announces NOTE:
peats the number and begins dialing. “Cancel,” ends the VR session and returns
to the call. If a call is ended or the cellular phone
If a redial number does not exist, the system network connection is lost while the Mute
announces, “There is no number to redial” and ● “Send/Enter/Call/Dial” — Use the Send feature is on, the Mute feature will be reset
ends the VR session. command to enter numbers, “*” or “#” during to “off” for the next call so the other party
a call. For example, if you were directed to can hear your voice.
“Call Back” 䊊
E dial an extension by an automated system:
Use the Call Back command to dial the number of Say: “Send one two three four.”
the last incoming call within the vehicle.
The system acknowledges the command
The system acknowledges the command, re- and sends the tones associated with the
peats the number and begins dialing. numbers. The system then ends the VR ses-
sion and returns to the call. Say “star” for “*”,
Say “pound” for “#”.
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“Phonebook” (phones without “Transfer Entry” 䊊
A Manual for details. You can also visit
automatic phonebook download www.nissanusa.com/bluetooth for instructions
Use the Transfer Entry command to store a new
on transferring phone numbers from NISSAN
function) name in the system.
recommended cellular phones.
NOTE: When prompted by the system, say the name you
would like to give the new entry. The system repeats the number and prompts you
The “Transfer Entry” command is not avail- for the next command. When you have finished
For example, say: “Mary.” entering numbers or transferring an entry, choose
able when the vehicle is moving.
If the name is too long or too short, the system “Store.”
Main Menu tells you, then prompts you for a name again.
The system confirms the name, location and
“Phonebook” Also, if the name sounds too much like a name number.
“Transfer Entry” 䊊
A already stored, the system tells you, then prompts
you for a name again. “Delete Entry” 䊊
B
“Delete Entry” 䊊
B
The system will ask you to transfer a phone Use the Delete Entry command to erase one
“List Names” 䊊
C
number stored in the cellular phone’s memory. entry from the phonebook. After the system rec-
For phones that do not support automatic down- ognizes the command, speak the name to delete
Enter a phone number by voice command:
load of the phonebook (PBAP Bluetooth® pro- or say “List Names” to choose an entry.
file), the “Phonebook” command is used to manu- For example, say: “five five five one two one two.”
See “How to say numbers” in this section for “List Names” 䊊
C
ally add entries to the vehicle phonebook.
more information. Use the List Names command to hear all the
The phonebook stores up to 40 names for each
phone connected to the system. To transfer a phone number stored in the cellular names in the phonebook.
phone’s memory: The system recites the phonebook entries but
NOTE: does not include the actual phone numbers.
Say “Transfer entry.” The system acknowledges
Each phone has its own separate phone- the command and asks you to initiate the transfer When the playback of the list is complete, the
book. You cannot access Phone A’s phone- from the phone handset. The new contact phone system goes back to the main menu.
book if you are currently connected with number will be transferred from the cellular
You can stop the playback of the list at any time
Phone B. phone via the Bluetooth® communication link.
by pressing the button on the steering
The transfer procedure varies according to each wheel. The system ends the VR session.
cellular phone. See the cellular phone Owner’s
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“Phonebook” (phones with automatic difficulty recognizing. For more information see an entry with multiple numbers. Up to 40 voice
phonebook download function) “Record name” in this section. tags can be recorded to the system.
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Operating tips
● To enter manual control mode, start the
voice recognition system and push the tun-
ing switch ( or ). The system will
speak ⬙Showing Manual Options⬙ when
manual controls are initially activated.
● To browse the menu options, push the tun-
ing switch ( or ). The system will
always speak the current menu option. De-
pending on the audio display, it will also
show the current menu option.
● To select the current menu option, press the
PHONE/SEND ( ) button.
● To go back to the previous menu, press the
PHONE/END ( ) button. If the current
menu is the Main Menu, pressing the
PHONE/END ( ) button will exit the
Phone system.
● To exit the manual control mode, press and
hold the PHONE/END ( ) button for
5 seconds.
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TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE
The system should respond correctly to all voice
commands without difficulty. If problems are en-
countered, try the following solutions.
Where the solutions are listed by number, try
each solution in turn, starting with number 1, until
the problem is resolved.
Symptom Solution
1. Ensure that the command is valid. See “List of voice commands” in this section.
2. Ensure that the command is spoken after the tone.
3. Speak clearly without pausing between words and at a level appropriate to the ambient noise level in the vehicle.
4. Ensure that the ambient noise level is not excessive (for example, windows open or defroster on). NOTE: If it is too
System fails to interpret the command correctly.
noisy to use the phone, it is likely that the voice commands will not be recognized.
5. If more than one command was said at a time, try saying the commands separately.
6. If the system consistently fails to recognize commands, the voice training procedure should be carried out to im-
prove the recognition response for the speaker. See “Voice Adaptation (VA) mode” in this section.
1. Ensure that the phone book entry name requested matches what was originally stored. This can be confirmed by
The system consistently selects the wrong entry from the
using the “List Names” command. See “Phonebook” in this section.
phone book.
2. Replace one of the names being confused with a new name.
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MEMO
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MEMO
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5 Starting and driving
Precautions when starting and driving. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-2 Starting the engine (models without NISSAN
Exhaust gas (carbon monoxide) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-2 Intelligent Key® system). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-13
Three-way catalyst. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-2 Starting the engine (model with NISSAN Intelligent
Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) Key® system) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-14
(if so equipped) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-3 Driving the vehicle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-15
Avoiding collision and rollover . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-5 Continuously Variable Transmission (CVT)
(if so equipped) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-15
Off-road recovery. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-5
Manual transmission (if so equipped) . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-18
Rapid air pressure loss . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-6
Parking brake . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-19
Drinking alcohol/drugs and driving. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-7
Cruise control (if so equipped) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-20
Ignition switch (if so equipped) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-7 Precautions on cruise control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-20
Continuously Variable Transmission (CVT) Cruise control operations. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-21
(if so equipped) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-7 Break-in schedule . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-22
Manual transmission (if so equipped) . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-8 Fuel efficient driving tips. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-22
Ignition switch positions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-8 Increasing fuel economy. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-24
NISSAN Vehicle Immobilizer System Parking/parking on hills. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-24
(if so equipped) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-9 Power steering . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-25
Push-Button Ignition Switch (if so equipped) . . . . . . . . . 5-9 Brake system . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-26
Operating range. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-10 Brake precautions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-26
Push-button ignition switch positions . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-10 Anti-lock Braking System (ABS). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-27
Emergency engine shut off . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-11 Vehicle Dynamic Control (VDC) system . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-28
NISSAN Intelligent Key® battery discharge. . . . . . . 5-11 Cold weather driving . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-30
NISSAN vehicle immobilizer system . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-12 Freeing a frozen door lock . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-30
Before starting the engine . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-12 Anti-freeze . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-30
Battery . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-30 Special winter equipment. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-30
Draining of coolant water . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-30 Driving on snow or ice . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-30
Tire equipment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-30 Engine block heater (if so equipped) . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-31
PRECAUTIONS WHEN STARTING
AND DRIVING
WARNING ● If you suspect that exhaust fumes are c. You notice a change in the sound of
entering the vehicle, drive with all win- the exhaust system.
● Do not leave children or adults who
dows fully open, and have the vehicle
would normally require the assistance d. You have had an accident involving
inspected immediately.
of others alone in your vehicle. Pets damage to the exhaust system, un-
should also not be left alone. They ● Do not run the engine in closed spaces derbody, or rear of the vehicle.
could accidentally injure themselves or such as a garage.
others through inadvertent operation of THREE-WAY CATALYST
● Do not park the vehicle with the engine
the vehicle. Also, on hot, sunny days, running for any extended length of time. The three-way catalyst is an emission control
temperatures in a closed vehicle could
● Keep the rear vent windows, lift gates, device installed in the exhaust system. Exhaust
quickly become high enough to cause
doors and trunk lids (if so equipped) gases in the three-way catalyst are burned at
severe or possibly fatal injuries to
people or animals. closed while driving, otherwise exhaust high temperatures to help reduce pollutants.
gases could be drawn into the passen-
● Properly secure all cargo to help pre- ger compartment. If you must drive with WARNING
vent it from sliding or shifting. Do not one of these open, follow these
place cargo higher than the seatbacks. ● The exhaust gas and the exhaust sys-
precautions: tem are very hot. Keep people, animals
In a sudden stop or collision, unsecured
cargo could cause personal injury. 1. Open all the windows. or flammable materials away from the
exhaust system components.
2. Turn the air recirculation mode off
EXHAUST GAS (carbon monoxide) and set the fan speed control to the ● Do not stop or park the vehicle over
highest level to circulate the air. flammable materials such as dry grass,
WARNING waste paper or rags. They may ignite
● The exhaust system and body should be and cause a fire.
● Do not breathe exhaust gases; they inspected by a qualified mechanic
contain colorless and odorless carbon whenever:
monoxide. Carbon monoxide is danger- CAUTION
ous. It can cause unconsciousness or a. The vehicle is raised for service.
● Do not use leaded gasoline. Deposits
death. b. You suspect that exhaust fumes are from leaded gasoline will seriously re-
entering into the passenger duce the three-way catalyst’s ability to
compartment. help reduce exhaust pollutants.
4. Push the ignition switch while depressing NISSAN VEHICLE IMMOBILIZER ● Make sure the area around the vehicle is
the brake pedal within 10 seconds after the SYSTEM clear.
chime sounds. The engine will start.
The NISSAN Vehicle Immobilizer system will not ● Check fluid levels such as engine oil, cool-
After step 3 is performed, when the ignition allow the engine to start without the use of the ant, brake and clutch fluid(if so equipped),
switch is pushed without depressing the brake registered key. and windshield-washer fluid as frequently as
pedal, the ignition switch position will change to possible, or at least whenever you refuel.
“ACC”. If the engine fails to start using a registered key
(for example, when interference is caused by ● Check that all windows and lights are clean.
NOTE: another registered key, an automated toll road ● Visually inspect tires for their appearance
device or automatic payment device on the key and condition. Also check tires for proper
● When the ignition switch is pushed to the
ring), restart the engine using the following pro- inflation.
“ACC” or “ON” position or the engine is
cedure:
started by the above procedures, the ● Lock all doors.
NISSAN Intelligent Key® system warning 1. Leave the ignition switch in the ON position
light may blink in yellow (on the meter) even for approximately 5 seconds. ● Position seat and adjust head restraints.
if the NISSAN Intelligent Key® is inside the
2. Place the ignition switch in the OFF or ● Adjust inside and outside mirrors.
vehicle. This is not a malfunction. To stop the
warning light from blinking, touch the ignition
LOCK position, and wait approximately ● Fasten seat belts and ask all passengers to
10 seconds. do likewise.
switch with the NISSAN Intelligent Key®
again. 3. Repeat steps 1 and 2. ● Check the operation of warning lights when
● If the NISSAN Intelligent Key® system warn- 4. Restart the engine while holding the device the ignition switch is placed in the ON posi-
ing light in the meter is blinking in green, (which may have caused the interference) tion. See “Warning/indicator lights and au-
replace the battery as soon as possible. See separate from the registered key. dible reminders” in the “Instruments and
“Battery replacement” in the “Maintenance controls” section of this manual.
and do-it-yourself” section. If the no start condition re-occurs, NISSAN rec-
ommends placing the registered key on a sepa-
rate key ring to avoid interference from other
devices.
3. Remove the shift lock release cover using a If the vehicle is driven under extreme con-
ditions, such as excessive wheel spinning
suitable tool.
and subsequent hard braking, the fail-safe
system may be activated. The MIL may
Starting and driving 5-17
come on to indicate the fail-safe mode is MANUAL TRANSMISSION (if so
activated, see “Malfunction Indicator Light equipped)
(MIL)” in the “Instruments and controls”
section. This will occur even if all electrical
WARNING
circuits are functioning properly. In this
case, place the ignition switch in the OFF ● Do not downshift abruptly on slippery
position and wait for 10 seconds. Then roads. This may cause a loss of control.
place the ignition switch back in the ON
● Do not over-rev the engine when shift-
position. The vehicle should return to its
ing to a lower gear. This may cause a
normal operating condition. If it does not
loss of control or engine damage.
return to its normal operating condition,
have a NISSAN dealer check the transmis- ● Do not shift to the N (Neutral) position
sion and repair if necessary. while driving. Doing so may result in an
accident due to loss of engine braking.
WARNING SSD0535
When the high fluid temperature protec- CAUTION
tion mode or fail-safe operation occurs, ● Do not rest your foot on the clutch pedal Shifting
vehicle speed may be gradually reduced. while driving. This may cause clutch To change gears, or when upshifting or down-
The reduced speed may be lower than damage. shifting, depress the clutch pedal fully, shift into
other traffic, which could increase the
● Fully depress the clutch pedal before the appropriate gear, then release the clutch
chance of a collision. Be especially care-
shifting to help prevent transmission slowly and smoothly.
ful when driving. If necessary, pull to the
damage.
side of the road at a safe place and allow To ensure smooth gear changes, fully depress the
the transmission to return to normal op- ● Stop your vehicle completely before clutch pedal before operating the shift selector. If
eration, or have it repaired if necessary. shifting into R (Reverse). the clutch pedal is not fully depressed before the
● When the vehicle is stopped with the transmission is shifted, a gear noise may be heard.
engine running (for example, at a stop Transmission damage could occur.
light), shift to N (Neutral) and release Start the vehicle in 1st gear and shift to 2nd, 3rd,
the clutch pedal with the foot brake 4th up to 5th gear in sequence according to
applied. vehicle speed.
5-18 Starting and driving
PARKING BRAKE
On the manual transmission, you cannot shift For quick acceleration in low altitude areas and
WARNING
directly from 5th gear into R (Reverse). First shift high altitude areas (over 4,000 ft [1219 m]):
into N (Neutral), then into R (Reverse). ● Be sure the parking brake is fully re-
Gear change MPH (km/h)
leased before driving. Failure to do so
The shift selector ring returns to its original posi- 1st to 2nd 15 (24) can cause brake failure and lead to an
tion when the shift selector is moved to the N 2nd to 3rd 25 (40) accident.
(Neutral) position. 3rd to 4th 40 (64)
4th to 5th 45 (72)
● Do not release the parking brake from
If it is difficult to move the shift selector into R outside the vehicle.
(Reverse) or 1 (1st), shift into N (Neutral), then 5th —
release the clutch pedal. Depress the clutch ● Do not use the shift selector in place of
pedal again and shift into R (Reverse) or 1 (1st).
Suggested maximum speed in each the parking brake. When parking, be
gear sure the parking brake is fully engaged.
Suggested up-shift speeds
Downshift to a lower gear if the engine is not ● Do not leave children unattended in a
The following are suggested vehicle speeds for running smoothly, or if you need to accelerate. vehicle. They could release the parking
shifting into a higher gear. These suggestions brake and cause an accident.
relate to fuel economy and vehicle performance. Do not exceed the maximum suggested speed
Actual upshift speeds will vary according to road (shown below) in any gear. For level road driving,
conditions, the weather and individual driving use the highest gear suggested for that speed.
habits. Always observe posted speed limits, and drive
according to the road conditions, which will en-
For normal acceleration in low altitude areas (less sure safe operation. Do not over-rev the engine
than 4,000 ft [1219 m]): when shifting to a lower gear as it may cause
engine damage or loss of vehicle control.
GEAR CHANGE MPH (km/h)
1st to 2nd 15 (24) GEAR MPH (km/h)
2nd to 3rd 25 (40) 1st 28 (46)
3rd to 4th 40 (64) 2nd 52 (83)
4th to 5th 45 (72) 3rd 76 (122)
5th — 4th 103 (166)
5th —
WSD0169 LSD2009
To engage: Pull the parking brake lever up 䊊
A. 1. ACCEL/RES switch
To release:
2. COAST/SET switch
3. CANCEL switch
1. Firmly apply the foot brake. 4. CRUISE ON/OFF switch
2. Manual transmission models: PRECAUTIONS ON CRUISE
Place the shift selector in the N (Neutral) CONTROL
position. ● If the cruise control system malfunctions, it
Continuously Variable Transmission cancels automatically.
(CVT) / Automatic transmission mod- ● To properly set the cruise control system,
els: use the following procedures.
Move the shift selector to the P (Park) posi-
tion.
To reset at a slower cruising speed, use one Follow these easy-to-use Fuel Efficient Driving
CAUTION
of the following three methods. Tips to help you achieve the most fuel economy
During the first 1,200 miles (2,000 km), from your vehicle.
● Lightly tap the brake pedal. When the ve- follow these recommendations to obtain
hicle attains the desired speed, push the maximum engine performance and en- 1. Use Smooth Accelerator and Brake
COAST/SET switch and release it. sure the future reliability and economy of Pedal Application
● Push and hold the COAST/SET switch. Re- your new vehicle. Failure to follow these ● Avoid rapid starts and stops
lease the switch when the vehicle slows to recommendations may result in short-
ened engine life and reduced engine ● Use smooth, gentle accelerator and
the desired speed.
performance. brake application whenever possible
● Push and release the COAST/SET switch.
● Avoid driving for long periods at constant ● Maintain constant speed while commut-
Each time you do this, the set speed de-
speed, either fast or slow, and do not run the ing and coast whenever possible
creases by about 1 MPH (1.6 km/h).
engine over 4,000 rpm. 2. Maintain Constant Speed
To resume the preset speed, push and re-
lease the ACCEL/RES switch. The vehicle re- ● Do not accelerate at full throttle in any gear. ● Look ahead to try and anticipate and mini-
turns to the last set cruising speed when the mize stops
● Avoid quick starts.
vehicle speed is over 25 MPH (40 km/h).
● Avoid hard braking as much as possible. ● Synchronizing your speed with traffic
lights allows you to reduce your number
of stops
● Maintaining a steady speed can minimize
red light stops and improve fuel efficiency
3. Use Air Conditioning (A/C) at Higher
Vehicle Speeds
● Below 40 MPH (64 km/h), it is more
efficient to open windows to cool the
vehicle due to reduced engine load
You may hear a sound when the steering wheel is The brake system has two separate hydraulic
WARNING
operated quickly. However, this is not a malfunc- circuits. If one circuit malfunctions, you will still
tion. have braking at 2 wheels. ● While driving on a slippery surface, be
careful when braking, accelerating or
If the electric power steering warning light PS BRAKE PRECAUTIONS downshifting. Abrupt braking or accel-
illuminates while the engine is running, it may erating could cause the wheels to skid
indicate the power steering system is not func- Vacuum assisted brakes and result in an accident.
tioning properly and may need servicing. Have
the power steering system checked by a The brake booster aids braking by using engine ● If the engine is not running or is turned
NISSAN dealer. vacuum. If the engine stops, you can stop the off while driving, the power assist for
vehicle by depressing the brake pedal. However, the brakes will not work. Braking will be
When the electric power steering warning light greater foot pressure on the brake pedal will be harder.
illuminates with the engine running, there will be required to stop the vehicle and stopping dis-
no power assist for the steering but you will still Wet brakes
tance will be longer.
have control of the vehicle. At this time, greater
steering effort is required to operate the steering Using the brakes When the vehicle is washed or driven through
wheel, especially in sharp turns and at low water, the brakes may get wet. As a result, your
speeds. Avoid resting your foot on the brake pedal while braking distance will be longer and the vehicle
driving. This will overheat the brakes, wear out the may pull to one side during braking.
For additional information see “Power steering brake pads faster, and reduce gas mileage.
warning light” in the “Instruments and controls” To dry the brakes, drive the vehicle at a safe
section. To help reduce brake wear and to prevent the speed while lightly pressing the brake pedal to
brakes from overheating, reduce speed and heat up the brakes. Do this until the brakes return
downshift to a lower gear before going down a to normal. Avoid driving the vehicle at high
slope or long grade. Overheated brakes may speeds until the brakes function correctly.
reduce braking performance and could result in
loss of vehicle control. Parking brake break-in
Break-in the brake shoes whenever the effect of
the parking brake is weakened or whenever the
brake shoes and/or drums are replaced, in order
to assure the best brake performance.
When the ABS senses that 1 or more wheels are The Vehicle Dynamic Control (VDC) system uses ● The road may be slippery or the system may
close to locking up, the actuator rapidly applies various sensors to monitor driver inputs and ve- determine some action is required to help
and releases hydraulic pressure. This action is hicle motion. Under certain driving conditions, keep the vehicle on the steered path.
similar to pumping the brakes very quickly. You the VDC System helps to perform the following
may feel a pulsation in the brake pedal and hear a ● You may feel a pulsation in the brake pedal
functions:
noise from under the hood or feel a vibration from and hear a noise or vibration from under the
the actuator when it is operating. This is normal ● Controls brake pressure to reduce wheel hood. This is normal and indicates that the
and indicates that the ABS is operating properly. slip on one slipping drive wheel so power is VDC system is working properly.
However, the pulsation may indicate that road transferred to a non slipping drive wheel on
● Adjust your speed and driving to the road
conditions are hazardous and extra care is re- the same axle.
conditions.
quired while driving.
● Controls brake pressure and engine output
See “Slip indicator light” and ”Vehicle Dynamic
to reduce drive wheel slip based on vehicle
Control (VDC) off indicator light” in the ”Instru-
speed (traction control function).
ments and controls” section.
● Controls brake pressure at individual wheels
and engine output to help the driver maintain If a malfunction occurs in the system, the
control of the vehicle in the following condi- indicator light comes on in the instrument panel.
tions: The VDC system automatically turns off when the
indicator light is off.
– understeer (vehicle tends to not follow
the steered path despite increased steer- The VDC OFF switch is used to turn off the VDC
ing input) system. The indicator illuminates to indi-
– oversteer (vehicle tends to spin due to cate the VDC system is off.
certain road or driving conditions) When the VDC switch is used to turn off the
The VDC system can help the driver to maintain system, the VDC system still operates to prevent
control of the vehicle, but it cannot prevent loss of one drive wheel from slipping by transferring
vehicle control in all driving situations. power to a non slipping drive wheel. The
indicator flashes if this occurs. All other VDC
When the VDC system operates, the indi-
cator in the instrument panel flashes so note the functions are off and the indicator will not
following: flash.
5-28 Starting and driving
The VDC system is automatically reset to on ● Do not modify the vehicle’s suspension. ● When driving on an unstable surface
when the ignition switch is placed in the off If suspension parts such as shock ab- such as a turntable, ferry, elevator or
position then back to the on position. sorbers, struts, springs, stabilizer bars, ramp, the indicator may flash or
The computer has a built in diagnostic feature bushings and wheels are not NISSAN the indicator light may illuminate.
that tests the system each time you start the recommended for your vehicle or are This is not a malfunction. Restart the
engine and move the vehicle forward or in reverse extremely deteriorated, the VDC system engine after driving onto a stable
may not operate properly. This could surface.
at a slow speed. When the self-test occurs, you
adversely affect vehicle handling per-
may hear a clunk noise and/or feel a pulsation in ● If wheels or tires other than the NISSAN
the brake pedal. This is normal and is not an formance, and the indicator may
recommended ones are used, the VDC
indication of a malfunction. flash or the indicator light may
system may not operate properly and
illuminate.
the indicator may flash or
WARNING ● If brake related parts such as brake the indicator light may illuminate.
● The VDC system is designed to help the pads, rotors and calipers are not
NISSAN recommended or are extremely ● The VDC system is not a substitute for
driver maintain stability but does not winter tires or tire chains on a snow
prevent accidents due to abrupt steer- deteriorated, the VDC system may not
operate properly and the indica- covered road.
ing operation at high speeds or by care-
less or dangerous driving techniques. tor light may illuminate.
Reduce vehicle speed and be especially ● If engine control related parts are not
careful when driving and cornering on NISSAN recommended or are extremely
slippery surfaces and always drive deteriorated, the indicator light
carefully. may illuminate.
● When driving on extremely inclined sur-
faces such as higher banked corners,
the VDC system may not operate prop-
erly and the indicator may flash or
the indicator light may illuminate.
Do not drive on these types of roads.
FREEING A FROZEN DOOR LOCK DRAINING OF COOLANT WATER 3. Tire chains may be used. For details see
“Tire chains” in the “Maintenance and do-it-
To prevent a door lock from freezing, apply de- If the vehicle is to be left outside without anti- yourself” section of this manual.
icer through the key hole. If the lock becomes freeze, drain the cooling system, including the
frozen, heat the key before inserting it into the key engine block. Refill before operating the vehicle. SPECIAL WINTER EQUIPMENT
hole, or use the remote keyless entry keyfob (if so For details, see “Changing engine coolant” in the
equipped) or the NISSAN Intelligent Key® (if so It is recommended that the following items be
“Maintenance and do-it-yourself” section of this
equipped). carried in the vehicle during winter:
manual.
ANTI-FREEZE ● A scraper and stiff-bristled brush to remove
TIRE EQUIPMENT ice and snow from the windows and wiper
In the winter when it is anticipated that the tem- 1. SUMMER tires have a tread designed to blades.
perature will drop below 32°F (0°C), check the
provide superior performance on dry pave- ● A sturdy, flat board to be placed under the
anti-freeze to assure proper winter protection.
ment. However, the performance of these jack to give it firm support.
For details, see “Engine cooling system” in the
“Maintenance and do-it-yourself” section of this tires will be substantially reduced in snowy
and icy conditions. If you operate your ve- ● A shovel to dig the vehicle out of snowdrifts.
manual.
hicle on snowy or icy roads, NISSAN recom- ● Extra washer fluid to refill the windshield-
BATTERY mends the use of MUD & SNOW or ALL washer fluid reservoir.
SEASON TIRES on all four wheels. Please
If the battery is not fully charged during extremely
cold weather conditions, the battery fluid may consult a NISSAN dealer for the tire type, DRIVING ON SNOW OR ICE
freeze and damage the battery. To maintain maxi- size, speed rating and availability informa-
mum efficiency, the battery should be checked tion. WARNING
regularly. For details, see “Battery” in the “Main- 2. For additional traction on icy roads, studded ● Wet ice (32°F, 0°C and freezing rain),
tenance and do-it-yourself” section of this tires may be used. However, some U.S. very cold snow or ice can be slick and
manual. states and Canadian provinces prohibit their very hard to drive on. The vehicle will
use. Check local, state and provincial laws have much less traction or “grip” under
before installing studded tires. these conditions. Try to avoid driving on
wet ice until the road is salted or
Skid and traction capabilities of studded sanded.
snow tires on wet or dry surfaces may be
poorer than that of non-studded snow tires.
5-30 Starting and driving
● Whatever the condition, drive with cau- ENGINE BLOCK HEATER (if so To use the engine block heater:
tion. Accelerate and slow down with equipped) 1. Turn the engine off.
care. If accelerating or downshifting too
fast, the drive wheels will lose even Engine block heaters are used to assist with cold 2. Open the hood and unwrap the engine block
more traction. temperature starting. heater cord.
● Allow more stopping distance under The engine block heater should be used when 3. Plug the engine block heater cord into a
these conditions. Braking should be the outside temperature is 20°F (-7°C) or lower. grounded 3 wire, 3 pronged extension cord.
started sooner than on dry pavement. 4. Plug the extension cord into a Ground Fault
WARNING Interrupt (GFI) protected, grounded 110-
● Allow greater following distances on
slippery roads. ● Do not use your engine block heater volt AC (VAC) outlet.
with an ungrounded electrical system
● Watch for slippery spots (glare ice). 5. The engine block heater must be plugged in
or a 2-pronged adapter. You can be se- for at least 2 - 4 hours, depending on outside
These may appear on an otherwise
riously injured by an electrical shock if temperatures, to properly warm the engine
clear road in shaded areas. If a patch of
you use an ungrounded connection. coolant. Use an appropriate timer to turn the
ice is seen ahead, brake before reach-
ing it. Try not to brake while on the ice, ● Disconnect and properly store the en- engine block heater on.
and avoid any sudden steering gine block heater cord before starting 6. Before starting the engine, unplug and prop-
maneuvers. the engine. Damage to the cord could erly store the cord to keep it away from
result in an electrical shock and can
● Do not use the cruise control (if so moving parts.
cause serious injury.
equipped) on slippery roads.
● Use a heavy-duty 3-wire, 3-pronged ex-
● Snow can trap dangerous exhaust
tension cord rated for at least 10 A. Plug
gases under your vehicle. Keep snow
the extension cord into a Ground Fault
clear of the exhaust pipe and from
Interrupt (GFI) protected, grounded
around your vehicle.
110-VAC outlet. Failure to use the
proper extension cord or a grounded
outlet can result in a fire or electrical
shock and cause serious personal
injury.
To shut off the engine in an emergency situation The flashers will operate with the ignition switch
while driving, perform the following procedure: placed in any position.
– Rapidly push the push-button ignition switch 3 Some state laws may prohibit the use of
consecutive times in less than 1.5 seconds, or the hazard warning flasher switch while
driving.
– Push and hold the push-button ignition switch
for more than 2 seconds.
LIC0394
Push the switch on to warn other drivers when
you must stop or park under emergency condi-
tions. All turn signal lights flash.
WARNING
● If stopping for an emergency, be sure to
move the vehicle well off the road.
● Do not use the hazard warning flashers
while moving on the highway unless
unusual circumstances force you to
drive so slowly that your vehicle might
become a hazard to other traffic.
● Turn signals do not work when the haz-
ard warning flasher lights are on.
TIRE PRESSURE MONITORING WARNING ● Do not inject any tire liquid or aerosol
SYSTEM (TPMS) (if so equipped) ● If the low tire pressure warning light
tire sealant into the tires, as this may
cause a malfunction of the tire pressure
This vehicle is equipped with the Tire Pressure illuminates while driving, avoid sudden
sensors.
Monitoring System (TPMS). It monitors tire pres- steering maneuvers or abrupt braking,
sure of all tires except the spare. When the low reduce vehicle speed, pull off the road ● Replacing tires with those not originally
tire pressure warning light is lit, and the CHECK to a safe location and stop the vehicle specified by NISSAN could affect the
TIRE PRES (pressure) warning message is dis- as soon as possible. Driving with under- proper operation of the TPMS.
played in the odometer, one or more of your tires inflated tires may permanently damage
the tires and increase the likelihood of CHANGING A FLAT TIRE
is significantly under-inflated. If the vehicle is
tire failure. Serious vehicle damage If you have a flat tire, follow the instructions be-
being driven with low tire pressure, the TPMS will
could occur and may lead to an acci-
activate and warn you of it by the low tire pressure low:
dent and could result in serious per-
warning light. This system will activate only when sonal injury. Check the tire pressure for
the vehicle is driven at speeds above 16 MPH Stopping the vehicle
all four tires. Adjust the tire pressure to
(25 km/h). For more details, refer to the recommended COLD tire pressure 1. Safely move the vehicle off the road and
“Warning/indicator lights and audible reminders” shown on the Tire and Loading Informa- away from traffic.
in the “Instruments and controls” section, and tion label to turn the low tire pressure
“Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS)” in the 2. Turn on the hazard warning flashers.
warning light OFF. If you have a flat tire,
“Starting and driving” section. replace it with a spare tire as soon as 3. Park on a level surface and apply the parking
possible. brake. Shift the automatic transmission (A/T)
● When a spare tire is mounted or a wheel or the continuously variable transmission
is replaced, the TPMS will not function (CVT) models into P (Park) or the manual
and the low tire pressure warning light transmission (M/T) model into R (Reverse).
will flash for approximately 1 minute. 4. Turn off the engine.
The light will remain on after 1 minute.
Contact your NISSAN dealer as soon as 5. Raise the hood to warn other traffic and to
possible for tire replacement and/or signal professional road assistance person-
system resetting. nel that you need assistance.
WARNING
● Make sure the parking brake is securely
applied and the automatic transmission
(A/T) or the continuously variable trans-
mission (CVT) models is shifted into P
(Park), or the manual transmission
(M/T) model into R (Reverse).
● Never change tires when the vehicle is
on a slope, ice or slippery areas. This is
hazardous. WCE0044
● Never change tires if oncoming traffic is Blocking wheels
close to your vehicle. Wait for profes-
sional road assistance. Place suitable blocks 䊊 1 at both the front and
back of the wheel diagonally opposite the flat tire
䊊2 to prevent the vehicle from moving when it is
jacked up.
WARNING
LCE2020
Be sure to block the wheel as the vehicle
may move and result in personal injury. Getting the spare tire and tools
Open the trunk. Lift the floorboard and spare tire
cover 䊊
1 .
● Never run the engine with a wheel(s) off Always refer to the proper illustrations for the notches in the front or the rear as shown.
the ground. It may cause the vehicle to correct placement and jack-up points for your Also fit the groove of the jack head between
move. specific vehicle model and jack type. the notches as shown.
Carefully read the caution label attached to The jack should be used on firm and
the jack body and the following instruc- level ground.
tions. 3. To lift the vehicle, securely hold the jack lever
1. Loosen each wheel nut one or two turns by and rod with both hands. Carefully raise the
turning counterclockwise with the wheel nut vehicle until the tire clears the ground. Re-
wrench. Do not remove the wheel nuts move the wheel nuts, and then remove the
until the tire is off the ground. tire.
To start your engine with a booster battery, the ● Whenever working on or near a battery,
WARNING
instructions and precautions below must be fol- always wear suitable eye protectors (for
● Always make sure that the spare tire lowed. example, goggles or industrial safety
and jacking equipment are properly se-
spectacles) and remove rings, metal
cured after use. Such items can become WARNING bands, or any other jewelry. Do not lean
dangerous projectiles in an accident or
● If done incorrectly, jump starting can over the battery when jump starting.
sudden stop.
lead to a battery explosion, resulting in ● Do not attempt to jump start a frozen
● The spare tire is designed for emer- severe injury or death. It could also battery. It could explode and cause se-
gency use. See specific instructions un- damage your vehicle. rious injury.
der the heading “Wheels and tires” in
the “Maintenance and do-it-yourself” ● Explosive hydrogen gas is always pres- ● Your vehicle has an automatic engine
section of this manual. ent in the vicinity of the battery. Keep all cooling fan. It could come on at any
sparks and flames away from the time. Keep hands and other objects
battery. away from it.
● Do not allow battery fluid to come into
contact with eyes, skin, clothing or
painted surfaces. Battery fluid is a cor-
rosive sulfuric acid solution which can
cause severe burns. If the fluid should
come into contact with anything, imme-
diately flush the contacted area with
water.
● Keep battery out of the reach of
children.
● The booster battery must be rated at
12 volts. Use of an improperly rated
battery can damage your vehicle.
If your vehicle is overheating (indicated by a red 3. Get out of the vehicle. Look and listen for
CAUTION
high temperature warning light ), or if you steam or coolant escaping from the radiator
● Do not push start this vehicle. The feel a lack of engine power, detect abnormal before opening the hood. (If steam or cool-
three-way catalyst may be damaged. noise, etc. take the following steps. ant is escaping, turn off the engine.) Do not
● Continuously Variable Transmission open the hood further until no steam or
(CVT) models cannot be push-started or WARNING coolant can be seen.
tow-started. Attempting to do so may 4. Open the engine hood.
● Do not continue to drive if your vehicle
cause transmission damage.
overheats. Doing so could cause engine
● For manual transmission models, never damage or a vehicle fire. WARNING
try to start the vehicle by towing it. If steam or water is coming from the en-
● To avoid the danger of being scalded,
When the engine starts, the forward gine, stand clear to prevent getting
never remove the radiator cap while the
surge could cause the vehicle to collide burned.
engine is still hot. When the radiator
with the tow vehicle.
cap is removed, pressurized hot water 5. Visually check drive belts for damage or
● Automatic transmission models cannot will spurt out, possibly causing serious looseness. Also check if the cooling fan is
be push-started or tow-started. At- injury. running. The radiator hoses and radiator
tempting to do so may cause transmis-
● Do not open the hood if steam is com- should not leak water. If coolant is leaking,
sion damage. the water pump belt is missing or loose, or
ing out.
the cooling fan does not run, stop the en-
1. Move the vehicle safely off the road, apply gine.
the parking brake and move the shift selector
to N (Neutral) (manual transmission) or to P WARNING
(Park) (continuously variable transmission)/
Be careful not to allow your hands, hair,
(automatic transmission).
jewelry or clothing to come into contact
Do not stop the engine. with, or get caught in, engine belts or the
engine cooling fan. The engine cooling
2. Turn off the air conditioner (if so equipped). fan can start at any time.
Open all the windows, move the heater or air
conditioner temperature control to maximum
hot and fan control to high speed.
6-10 In case of emergency
TOWING YOUR VEHICLE
6. After the engine cools down, check the cool- When towing your vehicle, all State (Provincial in For information about towing your vehicle behind
ant level in the engine coolant reservoir tank Canada) and local regulations for towing must be a recreational vehicle (RV), refer to “Flat towing”
with the engine running. Add coolant to the followed. Incorrect towing equipment could dam- in the “Technical and consumer information” sec-
engine coolant reservoir tank if necessary. age your vehicle. Towing instructions are avail- tion of this manual.
Have your vehicle repaired at a NISSAN able from a NISSAN dealer. Local service opera-
dealer. tors are generally familiar with the applicable laws
and procedures for towing. To assure proper
towing and to prevent accidental damage to your
vehicle, NISSAN recommends having a service
operator tow your vehicle. It is advisable to have
the service operator carefully read the following
precautions:
WARNING
● Never ride in a vehicle that is being
towed.
● Never get under your vehicle after it has
been lifted by a tow truck.
CAUTION
● When towing, make sure that the trans-
mission, axles, steering system and
powertrain are in working condition. If
any of these conditions apply, dollies or
a flatbed tow truck must be used.
● Always attach safety chains before
towing.
WCE0194 WCE0195
䊊
A (CVT)/ (AT) 䊊
A (CVT)/ (AT)
䊊
B (M/T) 䊊
B (M/T)
TOWING RECOMMENDED BY
NISSAN
In order to maintain the appearance of your ve- the effects of road salt. Therefore, these areas
CAUTION
hicle, it is important to take proper care of it. must be cleaned regularly. Take care that the
● Do not use car washes that use acid in drain holes in the lower edge of the door are
To protect the paint surfaces, please wash your the detergent. Some car washes, espe- open. Spray water under the body and in the
vehicle as soon as you can: cially brushless ones, use some acid for wheel wells to loosen the dirt and wash away
● after a rainfall to prevent possible damage cleaning. The acid may react with some road salt.
from acid rain. plastic vehicle components, causing
them to crack. This could affect their A damp chamois can be used to dry the vehicle to
● after driving on coastal roads. appearance, and also could cause them avoid water spots.
not to function properly. Always check WAXING
● when contaminants such as soot, bird drop-
with your car wash to confirm that acid
pings, tree sap, metal particles or bugs get is not used. Regular waxing protects the paint surface and
on the paint surface. helps retain new vehicle appearance. Polishing is
● Do not wash the vehicle with strong recommended to remove built-up wax residue
● when dust or mud builds up on the surface. household soap, strong chemical deter- and to avoid a weathered appearance before
Whenever possible, store or park your vehicle gents, gasoline or solvents. re-applying wax.
inside a garage or in a covered area. ● Do not wash the vehicle in direct sun- A NISSAN dealer can assist you in choosing the
light or while the vehicle body is hot, as proper product.
When it is necessary to park outside, park in a
the surface may become water-spotted.
shady area or protect the vehicle with a body ● Wax your vehicle only after a thorough wash-
cover. ● Avoid using tight-napped or rough
ing. Follow the instructions supplied with the
cloths, such as washing mitts. Care
Be careful not to scratch the paint surface wax.
must be taken when removing
when putting on or removing the body caked-on dirt or other foreign sub- ● Do not use a wax containing any abrasives,
cover. stances so the paint surface is not cutting compounds or cleaners that may
scratched or damaged. damage the vehicle finish.
WASHING
Rinse the vehicle thoroughly with plenty of clean Machine compounding or aggressive polishing
Wash dirt off with a wet sponge and plenty of
water. on a base coat/clear coat paint finish may dull the
water. Clean the vehicle thoroughly using a mild
finish or leave swirl marks.
soap, a special vehicle soap or general purpose Inside flanges, seams and folds on the doors,
dishwashing liquid mixed with clean, lukewarm hatches and hood are particularly vulnerable to
(never hot) water.
7-2 Appearance and care
REMOVING SPOTS Use glass cleaner to remove smoke and dust film
from the glass surfaces. It is normal for glass to
Remove tar and oil spots, industrial dust, insects, become coated with a film after the vehicle is
and tree sap as quickly as possible from the parked in the hot sun. Glass cleaner and a soft
surface of the paint to avoid lasting damage or cloth will easily remove this film.
staining. Special cleaning products are available
at a NISSAN dealer or any automotive accessory CAUTION
store.
When cleaning the inside of the windows,
UNDERBODY do not use sharp-edged tools, abrasive
In areas where road salt is used in winter, it is cleaners or chlorine-based disinfectant
necessary to clean the underbody regularly in cleaners. They could damage the electri-
order to prevent dirt and salt from building up and cal conductors, radio antenna elements or
causing the acceleration of corrosion on the un- rear window defroster elements.
derbody and suspension. Before the winter pe- WAI0007 ALUMINUM ALLOY WHEELS (if so
riod and again in the spring, the underseal must
be checked and, if necessary, retreated. GLASS equipped)
When cleaning the rear window, it may be easier Wash the wheels regularly with a sponge damp-
to clean if the high-mounted stop light (if so ened in a mild soap solution, especially during
equipped) is removed first. winter months in areas where road salt is used. If
not removed, road salt can discolor the wheels.
Be careful when removing the high-mounted
stop light to reduce the risk of damaging the
high-mounted stop light wires.
To remove the high-mounted stop light:
䊊
1 Push toward rear of vehicle.
䊊
2 Lift to remove.
The high-mounted stop light must be properly
reinstalled before driving your vehicle.
Appearance and care 7-3
CLEANING INTERIOR
If you choose to use a tire dressing, take the Occasionally remove loose dust from the interior
CAUTION
following precautions: trim, plastic parts and seats using a vacuum
Follow the directions below to avoid cleaner or soft bristled brush. Wipe the vinyl and
staining or discoloring the wheels: ● Use a water-based tire dressing. The coat-
leather surfaces with a clean, soft cloth damp-
ing on the tire dissolves more easily than
● Do not use a cleaner that uses strong ened in mild soap solution, then wipe clean with a
with an oil-based tire dressing.
acid or alkali contents to clean the dry, soft cloth.
wheels. ● Apply a light coat of tire dressing to help
Regular care and cleaning is required in order to
prevent it from entering the tire
● Do not apply wheel cleaners to the maintain the appearance of the leather.
tread/grooves (where it would be difficult to
wheels when they are hot. The wheel remove). Before using any fabric protector, read the manu-
temperature should be the same as am- facturer’s recommendations. Some fabric pro-
bient temperature. ● Wipe off excess tire dressing using a dry
tectors contain chemicals that may stain or
towel. Make sure the tire dressing is com-
● Rinse the wheel to completely remove bleach the seat material.
pletely removed from the tire tread/grooves.
the cleaner within 15 minutes after the Use a cloth dampened only with water to clean
cleaner is applied. ● Allow the tire dressing to dry as recom-
the meter and gauge lens.
mended by the tire dressing manufacturer.
CHROME PARTS WARNING
Clean all chrome parts regularly with a non- Do not use water or acidic cleaners (hot
abrasive chrome polish to maintain the finish. steam cleaners) on the seat. This can
damage the seat or occupant classifica-
TIRE DRESSINGS tion sensor. This can also affect the opera-
NISSAN does not recommend the use of tire tion of the air bag system and result in
dressings. Tire manufacturers apply a coating to serious personal injury.
the tires to help reduce discoloration of the rub-
ber. If a tire dressing is applied to the tires, it may
react with the coating and form a compound. This
compound may come off the tire while driving and
stain the vehicle paint.
Your NISSAN has been designed to have mini- Performing general maintenance checks requires During the normal day-to-day operation of the
mum maintenance requirements with long ser- minimal mechanical skill and only a few general vehicle, general maintenance should be per-
vice intervals to save you both time and money. automotive tools. formed regularly as prescribed in this section. If
However, some day-to-day and regular mainte- These checks or inspections can be done by you, you detect any unusual sounds, vibrations or
nance is essential to maintain your NISSAN’s a qualified technician, or, if you prefer, a NISSAN smells, be sure to check for the cause or have a
good mechanical condition, as well as its emis- dealer. NISSAN dealer do it promptly. In addition, you
sions and engine performance. should notify a NISSAN dealer if you think that
Where to go for service repairs are required.
It is the owner’s responsibility to make sure that
the scheduled maintenance, as well as general If maintenance service is required or your vehicle When performing any checks or maintenance
maintenance, is performed. appears to malfunction, have the systems work, closely observe the “Maintenance precau-
checked and corrected by a NISSAN dealer.
tions” later in this section.
As the vehicle owner, you are the only one who
NISSAN technicians are well-trained specialists
can ensure that your vehicle receives proper EXPLANATION OF GENERAL
who are kept up-to-date with the latest service
maintenance. You are a vital link in the mainte- information through technical bulletins, service MAINTENANCE ITEMS
nance chain. tips, and in-dealership training programs. They
are completely qualified to work on NISSAN ve- Additional information on the following
Scheduled maintenance items with “ * ” is found later in this section.
hicles before they work on your vehicle, rather
For your convenience, both required and optional than after they have worked on it.
scheduled maintenance items are described and
Outside the vehicle
listed in your “NISSAN Service and Maintenance You can be confident that a NISSAN dealer’s
The maintenance items listed here should be
Guide”. You must refer to that guide to ensure service department performs the best job to meet
performed from time to time, unless otherwise
the maintenance requirements on your vehicle —
that necessary maintenance is performed on your specified.
in a reliable and economical way.
NISSAN at regular intervals.
Doors and engine hood Check that the doors
General maintenance and engine hood operate properly. Also ensure
General maintenance includes those items which that all latches lock securely. Lubricate hinges,
should be checked during normal day-to-day op- latches, latch pins, rollers and links as necessary.
eration. They are essential for proper vehicle op- Make sure that the secondary latch keeps the
eration. It is your responsibility to perform these hood from opening when the primary latch is
maintenance procedures regularly as prescribed. released.
8-2 Maintenance and do-it-yourself
When driving in areas using road salt or other alignment. If the steering wheel or seat vibrates at Brake pedal Check the pedal for smooth opera-
corrosive materials, check lubrication frequently. normal highway speeds, wheel balancing may be tion. If the brake pedal suddenly goes down fur-
needed. ther than normal, the pedal feels spongy or the
Lights* Clean the headlights on a regular basis.
vehicle seems to take longer to stop, see a
Make sure that the headlights, stop lights, tail ● For additional information regarding tires,
NISSAN dealer immediately. Keep the floor mat
lights, turn signal lights, and other lights are all refer to “Important Tire Safety Information”
away from the pedal.
operating properly and installed securely. Also (US) or “Tire Safety Information” (Canada) in
check headlight aim. the Warranty Information Booklet. Brakes Check that the brakes do not pull the
vehicle to one side when applied.
Road wheel nuts (lug nuts)* When checking Windshield Clean the windshield on a regular
the tires, make sure no wheel nuts are missing, basis. Check the windshield at least every six Continuously Variable Transmission (CVT)
and check for any loose wheel nuts. Tighten if months for cracks or other damage. Have a dam- P (Park) position mechanism (if so
necessary. aged windshield repaired by a qualified repair equipped) On a fairly steep hill check that the
facility. vehicle is held securely with the shift selector in
Tire rotation* Tires should be rotated every
the P (Park) position without applying any brakes.
7,500 miles (12,000 km). Windshield wiper blades* Check for cracks or
wear if they do not wipe properly. Parking brake Check the parking brake opera-
Tires* Check the pressure with a gauge often
tion regularly. The vehicle should be securely held
and always prior to long distance trips. If neces- Inside the vehicle on a fairly steep hill with only the parking brake
sary, adjust the pressure in all tires, including the
The maintenance items listed here should be applied. If the parking brake needs adjustment,
spare, to the pressure specified. Check carefully
checked on a regular basis, such as when per- see a NISSAN dealer.
for damage, cuts or excessive wear.
forming periodic maintenance, cleaning the ve- Seats Check seat position controls such as seat
Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) hicle, etc. adjusters, seat back recliner, etc. to ensure they
transmitter components Replace the TPMS
Additional information on the following operate smoothly and all latches lock securely in
transmitter grommet seal, valve core and cap
items with an “*” is found later in this sec- every position. Check that the head restraints and
when the tires are replaced due to wear or age.
tion. headrests move up and down smoothly and the
Wheel alignment and balance If the vehicle locks hold securely in all latched positions.
should pull to either side while driving on a Accelerator pedal Check the pedal for smooth
operation and make sure the pedal does not bind Seat belts Check that all parts of the seat belt
straight and level road, or if you detect uneven or
or require uneven effort. Keep the floor mat away system (for example, buckles, anchors, adjusters
abnormal tire wear, there may be a need for wheel
from the pedal. and retractors) operate properly and smoothly,
When performing any inspection or maintenance ● It is advisable to secure or remove any ● Avoid contact with used engine oil and
work on your vehicle, always take care to prevent loose clothing and remove any jewelry, coolant. Improperly disposed engine
serious accidental injury to yourself or damage to such as rings, watches, etc. before oil, engine coolant and/or other vehicle
the vehicle. The following are general precau- working on your vehicle. fluids can damage the environment. Al-
tions which should be closely observed. ways conform to local regulations for
● Always wear eye protection whenever
disposal of vehicle fluid.
WARNING you work on your vehicle.
● Never leave the engine or the transmis-
● Park the vehicle on a level surface, ap- ● If you must run the engine in an en-
sion related component harness con-
ply the parking brake securely and closed space such as a garage, be sure
nector disconnected while the ignition
block the wheels to prevent the vehicle there is proper ventilation for exhaust
switch is in the ON position.
from moving. For manual transmission gases to escape.
models, move the shift selector to N ● Never connect or disconnect the battery
● Never get under the vehicle while it is
(Neutral). For CVT models, move the or any transistorized component while
supported only by a jack. If it is neces-
shift selector to P (Park). the ignition switch is in the ON position.
sary to work under the vehicle, support
● Be sure the ignition switch is placed in it with safety stands. This “Maintenance and do-it-yourself” section
the OFF or LOCK position when perform- ● Keep smoking materials, flame and gives instructions regarding only those items
ing any parts replacement or repairs. sparks away from the fuel tank and which are relatively easy for an owner to perform.
● Your vehicle is equipped with an auto- battery. A genuine NISSAN service manual is also avail-
matic engine cooling fan. It may come ● The fuel filter or fuel lines should be able. See “Owner’s Manual/Service Manual or-
on at any time without warning, even if serviced by a NISSAN dealer because der information” in the “Technical and consumer
the ignition switch is placed in the OFF the fuel lines are under high pressure information” section of this manual.
position and the engine is not running. even when the engine is off. You should be aware that incomplete or improper
To avoid injury, always disconnect the
servicing may result in operating difficulties or
negative battery cable before working
CAUTION excessive emissions, and could affect warranty
near the fan.
coverage. If in doubt about any servicing,
● Do not work under the hood while the
● If you must work with the engine run- have it done by a NISSAN dealer.
engine is hot. Turn the engine off and
ning, keep your hands, clothing, hair
wait until it cools down.
and tools away from moving fans, belts
and any other moving parts.
HR16DE engine
1. Drive belt location
2. Engine oil filler cap
3. Air cleaner
4. Brake and clutch (*1) fluid reservoir
5. Battery
6. Engine coolant reservoir
7. Radiator cap
8. Engine oil dipstick
9. Windshield-washer fluid reservoir
*1 For Manual Transmission (M/T) model
LDI2181
The engine cooling system is filled at the factory ● The life expectancy of the factory-fill
CAUTION
with a pre-diluted mixture of 50% Genuine coolant is 105,000 miles (168,000 km) or
NISSAN Long Life Antifreeze/Coolant (blue) and ● Never use any cooling system additives
7 years. Mixing any other type of cool-
50% water to provide year-round anti-freeze and such as radiator sealer. Additives may
ant other than Genuine NISSAN Long
coolant protection. The antifreeze solution con- clog the cooling system and cause
Life Antifreeze/Coolant (blue), includ-
tains rust and corrosion inhibitors. Additional en- damage to the engine, transmission
ing Genuine NISSAN Long Life
gine cooling system additives are not necessary. and/or cooling system.
Antifreeze/Coolant (green), or the use
● When adding or replacing coolant, be of non-distilled water will reduce the
WARNING sure to use only Genuine NISSAN Long life expectancy of the factory-fill cool-
● Never remove the radiator or coolant Life Antifreeze/Coolant (blue) or ant. Refer to the Nissan Service and
reservoir cap when the engine is hot. equivalent. Genuine NISSAN Long Life Maintenance Guide for more details.
Wait until the engine and radiator cool Antifreeze/Coolant (blue) is pre-diluted
down. Serious burns could be caused to provide antifreeze protection to -34°
by high pressure fluid escaping from F (-37° C). If additional freeze protec-
the radiator. See precautions in “If your tion is needed due to weather where
vehicle overheats” found in the “In case you operate your vehicle, add Genuine
of emergency” section of this manual. NISSAN Long Life Antifreeze/Coolant
(blue) concentrate following the direc-
● The radiator is equipped with a pres- tions on the container. If an equivalent
sure type radiator cap. To prevent en- coolant other than Genuine NISSAN
gine damage, use only a genuine Long Life Antifreeze/Coolant (blue) is
NISSAN radiator cap. used, follow the coolant manufacturer’s
instructions to maintain minimum anti-
freeze protection to -34° F (-37° C). The
use of other types of coolant solutions
other than Genuine NISSAN Long Life
Antifreeze/Coolant (blue) or equivalent
may damage the engine cooling
system.
CAUTION
LDI0689 LHA2095
Oil level should be checked regularly. Op-
CHECKING ENGINE OIL LEVEL 5. Remove the dipstick again and check the oil erating the engine with an insufficient
level. It should be between the H (High) and amount of oil can damage the engine, and
1. Park the vehicle on a level surface and apply L (Low) marks 䊊 1 . This is the normal oper- such damage is not covered by warranty.
the parking brake. ating oil level range. If the oil level is below
2. Start the engine and let it idle until it reaches the L (Low) mark 䊊 2 , remove the oil filler cap
operating temperature. and pour recommended oil through the
opening. Do not overfill 䊊 3 .
3. Turn off the engine. Wait more than
10 minutes for the oil to drain back into 6. Recheck oil level with the dipstick.
the oil pan.
4. Remove the dipstick and wipe it clean. Re-
insert it all the way.
LDI2178
CAUTION
● Do not ground accessories directly to
the battery terminal. Doing so will by-
pass the variable voltage control sys-
tem and the vehicle battery may not
charge completely.
WDI0529 ● Use electrical accessories with the en-
gine running to avoid discharging the
2. Check the fluid level in each cell. If it is vehicle battery.
necessary to add fluid , add only distilled
water to bring the level up to the bottom of Your vehicle is equipped with a variable voltage
the filler opening. Do not overfill. control system. This system measures the
amount of electrical discharge from the battery
3. Reinstall the battery vent caps.
and controls voltage generated by the generator.
WDI0695
1. Water pump
2. Generator
3. Crankshaft pulley
4. Air conditioner compressor (if so
equipped)
5. Manual tensioner
䉱 Tension checking point
WARNING
Be sure the engine and ignition switch are
off and that the parking brake is engaged
securely.
CAUTION
Be sure to use the correct socket to re-
move the spark plugs. An incorrect socket
can damage the spark plugs.
SDI1895 LDI2185
CAUTION
Worn windshield wiper blades can dam-
age the windshield and impair driver
vision.
REPLACING CAUTION
Replace the wiper blades if they are worn. ● After wiper blade replacement, return
the wiper arm to its original position;
1. Lift the wiper arm away from the windshield.
otherwise it may be damaged when the
2. Push and hold the release tab 䊊
A , and then hood is opened.
move the wiper blade down 䊊 1 the wiper
● Make sure the wiper blades contact the
arm to remove. glass; otherwise the arms may be dam- WDI0526
3. Remove the wiper blade. aged from wind pressure.
Be careful not to let anything get into the washer
4. Insert the new wiper blade onto the wiper nozzle 䊊A . This may cause clogging or improper
arm until it clicks into place. windshield washer operation. If something gets
into the nozzle, remove it with a needle or small
pin 䊊B.
If the brakes do not operate properly, have the moderate stops is normal and does not affect the
brakes checked by a NISSAN dealer. function or performance of the brake system.
Self-adjusting brakes Proper brake inspection intervals should
be followed. For more information regarding
Your vehicle is equipped with self-adjusting brake inspections, see the appropriate mainte-
brakes. nance schedule information in the “NISSAN Ser-
vice and Maintenance Guide”.
The front disc-type brakes self-adjust every time
the brake pedal is applied. The rear drum-type
brakes self-adjust every time the parking brake is
applied.
WARNING
See a NISSAN dealer for a brake system LDI0455
check if the brake pedal height does not
return to normal. Two types of fuses are used. Type 䊊
A is used in
the fuse boxes in the engine compartment. Type
Brake pad wear indicators 䊊B is used in the passenger compartment fuse
box.
The disc brake pads on your vehicle have audible
wear indicators. When a brake pad requires re- Type A fuses are provided as spare fuses. They
placement, a high pitched scraping or screech- are stored in the passenger compartment fuse
ing sound will be heard when the vehicle is in box.
motion. The noise will be heard whether or not the Type A fuses can be installed in the engine com-
brake pedal is depressed. Have the brakes partment and passenger compartment fuse
checked as soon as possible if the wear indicator boxes.
sound is heard.
Under some driving or climate conditions, occa-
sional brake squeak, squeal or other noise may
be heard. Occasional brake noise during light to
8-20 Maintenance and do-it-yourself
LDI0457 LDI2186
If a type A fuse is used to replace a type B fuse, ENGINE COMPARTMENT
the type A fuse will not be level with the fuse
pocket as shown in the illustration. This will not Fusible links
affect the performance of the fuse. Make sure the
If any electrical equipment does not operate and
fuse is installed in the fuse box securely.
the fuses are in good condition, check the fusible
Type B fuses cannot be installed in the under- links䊊1 in the holder. If any of the fusible links are
hood fuse boxes. Only use type A fuses in the melted, replace only with genuine NISSAN parts.
underhood fuse boxes.
For checking and replacing the fusible links in,
see a NISSAN dealer.
LDI2045
Extended storage switch
If any electrical equipment does not operate,
remove the extended storage switch and check
for an open fuse.
NOTE:
The extended storage switch is used for
long term vehicle storage. Even if the ex-
tended storage switch is broken it is not
necessary to replace it. Replace only the
open fuse in the switch with a new fuse.
Replace the battery in the keyfob as follows: ● The keyfob is water-resistant; how- Recommended battery: CR2025 or equiva-
lent.
ever, if it does get wet, immediately
1. Remove the screw 䊊
A.
wipe completely dry. ● Do not touch the internal circuit and elec-
tric terminals as doing so could cause a
malfunction.
8-24 Maintenance and do-it-yourself
● Hold the battery by the edges. Holding
the battery across the contact points will
seriously deplete the storage capacity.
● Make sure that the + side faces the bot-
tom of the case.
WDI0535
4. Close the lid securely as illustrated 䊊
C 䊊
D.
or modifications not expressly approved by HEADLIGHTS ● Only touch the base when handling the
the party responsible for compliance could Replacing the halogen headlight bulb bulb. Never touch the glass envelope.
void the user’s authority to operate the Touching the glass could significantly
equipment. The headlight is a semi-sealed beam type which affect bulb life and/or headlight
For Canada: uses a replaceable headlight (halogen) bulb. performance.
This device complies with RSS-210 of In- They can be replaced from inside the engine
compartment without removing the headlight as- ● Use the same number and wattage as
dustry Canada. Operation is subject to the shown in the chart.
following two conditions: (1) this device sembly.
may not cause interference, and (2) this
device must accept any interference, in- CAUTION
cluding interference that may cause unde- ● High-pressure halogen gas is sealed in-
sired operation of the device. side the bulb. The bulb may break if the
glass envelope is scratched or the bulb
is dropped.
● Aiming should not be necessary after
replacing the H4 bulb. When aiming ad-
justment is necessary, contact a
NISSAN dealer.
● Do not leave the headlight assembly
open without a bulb installed for a long
period of time. Dust, moisture, smoke,
etc. entering the headlight body may
affect bulb performance. Remove the
bulb from the headlight assembly just
before a replacement bulb is installed.
JVM0002X
1. Disconnect the battery negative cable.
2. Disconnect the electrical connector 䊊
A from
the rear end of the bulb.
3. Pull off the rubber cap 䊊
B.
*1 Always check with the Parts Department at a NISSAN dealer for the latest parts information.
*2 If replacement is required contact a NISSAN dealer.
LDI2059
SDI1499A
Interior light
Use a cloth to protect the housing.
SDI1805
Replacement procedures
All other lights are either type A, B, C or D. When
replacing a bulb, first remove the lens, lamp
and/or cover.
JVC0014X
License plate light
To change the stop/tail 䊊
A , rear turn signal 䊊
B or
backup (reversing) 䊊C light bulb, perform the
following:
1. Disconnect the battery negative cable.
2. Remove the two bolts 䊊D and then the two If you have a flat tire, see “Flat tire” in the
screws 䊊 E so that the housing containing “In case of emergency” section of this
the bulbs can be removed. manual.
3. Remove the bulb(s) and replace as neces- TIRE PRESSURE
sary.
4. Return the housing to the rear combination
Tire Pressure Monitoring System
light and secure with the bolts 䊊 D and (TPMS) (if so equipped)
screws 䊊E .
This vehicle is equipped with the Tire
Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS). It
monitors tire pressure of all tires except
the spare. When the low tire pressure
warning light is lit, and the CHECK TIRE
PRES (pressure) warning message dis-
plays in the odometer, one or more of your
tires is significantly under-inflated.
The TPMS will activate only when the
vehicle is driven at speeds above 16 MPH
(25 km/h). Also, this system may not de-
tect a sudden drop in tire pressure (for
example a flat tire while driving).
For more details, refer to “Low tire pres-
sure warning light” in the “Instruments and
controls” section, “Tire Pressure Monitor-
ing System (TPMS)” in the “Starting and
driving” section, and “Flat tire” in the “In
LDI2069
Rear combination light
case of emergency” section.
8-32 Maintenance and do-it-yourself
Tire inflation pressure WARNING
Check the tire pressures (including the spare) ● Improperly inflated tires can fail sud-
often and always prior to long distance trips. The denly and cause an accident.
recommended tire pressure specifications are
shown on the F.M.V.S.S./C.M.V.S.S. certification ● The Gross Vehicle Weight Rating
label or the Tire and Loading Information label (GVWR) is located on the
under the “Cold Tire Pressure” heading. The Tire F.M.V.S.S./C.M.V.S.S. certification la-
and Loading Information label is affixed to the bel. The vehicle weight capacity is indi-
driver side center pillar. Tire pressures should be cated on the Tire and Loading Informa-
checked regularly because: tion label. Do not load your vehicle
beyond this capacity. Overloading your
● Most tires naturally lose air over time. vehicle may result in reduced tire life,
● Tires can lose air suddenly when driven over unsafe operating conditions due to pre-
potholes or other objects or if the vehicle mature tire failure, or unfavorable han-
strikes a curb while parking. dling characteristics and could also
lead to a serious accident. Loading be-
The tire pressures should be checked when the yond the specified capacity may also
tires are cold. The tires are considered COLD result in failure of other vehicle
after the vehicle has been parked for 3 or more components.
hours, or driven less than 1 mile (1.6 km) at
moderate speeds. ● Before taking a long trip, or whenever
you heavily load your vehicle, use a tire
Incorrect tire pressure, including under in- pressure gauge to ensure that the tire
flation, may adversely affect tire life and pressures are at the specified level.
vehicle handling.
● For additional information regarding
tires, refer to “Important Tire Safety In-
formation” (US) or “Tire Safety Informa-
tion” (Canada) in the Warranty Informa-
tion Booklet.
LDI2007
new tire (example: DOT XX XX XXX (Optional). This number indicates the maximum load
XXXX) 5. Three-digit code: Date of Manufac- in kilograms and pounds that can be car-
ture. ried by the tire. When replacing the tires
1. DOT: Abbreviation for the “Depart- on the vehicle, always use a tire that has
ment Of Transportation”. The symbol 6. Four numbers represent the week the same load rating as the factory in-
can be placed above, below or to the and year the tire was built. For ex- stalled tire.
left or right of the Tire Identification ample, the numbers 3103 means the
Number. 31st week of 2003. If these numbers 䊊
6 Term of “tubeless” or “tube type”
2. Two-digit code: Manufacturer’s are missing, then look on the other Indicates whether the tire requires an in-
identification mark. sidewall of the tire. ner tube (“tube type”) or not (“tubeless”).
Capacities and recommended fuel/lubricants . . . . . . . . . 9-2 Tire and loading information label. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-11
Fuel recommendation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-3 Air conditioner specification label
Engine oil and oil filter recommendations . . . . . . . . . . 9-5 (if so equipped) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-11
Air conditioner system (if so equipped) Installing front license plate . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-11
refrigerant and oil recommendations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-6 Vehicle loading information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-12
Specifications. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-7 Terms . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-12
Engine . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-7 Determining vehicle load capacity . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-13
Wheels and tires . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-8 Loading tips . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-15
Dimensions and weights . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-8 Measurement of weights . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-15
When traveling or registering your vehicle in
Towing a trailer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-16
another country . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-9
Flat towing. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-16
Vehicle identification . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-9
Vehicle identification number (VIN) plate . . . . . . . . . . 9-9 Uniform tire quality grading . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-16
Vehicle identification number Emission control system warranty . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-17
(chassis number) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-9 Reporting safety defects . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-18
Engine serial number. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-10 Readiness for inspection/maintenance (I/M) test . . . . . 9-19
F.M.V.S.S./C.M.V.S.S. certification label . . . . . . . . . . 9-10 Event Data Recorders (EDR). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-19
Emission control information label . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-10 Owner’s Manual/Service Manual order information . . . 9-20
CAPACITIES AND RECOMMENDED
FUEL/LUBRICANTS
The following are approximate capacities. The actual refill capacities may be slightly different. When refilling, follow the procedure
described in the “Maintenance and do-it-yourself” section to determine the proper refill capacity.
Capacity (Approximate)
U.S. measure Imp. measure Liter Recommended Fluids and Lubricants
Fuel 10-7/8 gal 9 gal 41 See “Fuel recommendation” later in this section.
Engine oil (drain and refill) *5
With oil filter change 3-3/4 qt 3-1/8 qt 3.5 • Engine oil with API Certification Mark*1
Without oil filter change 3-3/8 qt 2-7/8 qt 3.2 • Viscosity SAE 5W-30 *1
Cooling system (with reservoir)
M/T 1-5/8 gal 1-3/8 gal 6.3 Pre-diluted Genuine NISSAN Long Life Antifreeze/Coolant (blue) or
CVT/ A/T 1-7/8 gal 1-5/8 gal 7.2 equivalent
— — — Genuine NISSAN Manual Transmission Fluid (MTF) HQ Multi 75W-85,
Manual transmission gear oil
or equivalent *2
Continuously Variable Transmission (CVT) fluid Refill to the proper level according to the Genuine NISSAN CVT Fluid NS-3*3
Brake and clutch (if so equipped) fluid instructions in the “Maintenance and do-it- Genuine NISSAN Super Heavy Duty Brake Fluid*7 or equivalent DOT 3.
yourself” section. *6
Multi-purpose grease — — — NLGI No. 2 (Lithium soap base)
Air conditioning system refrigerant (if so equipped) — — — HFC-134a (R-134a) *4
Air conditioning system oil (if so equipped) — — — Genuine NISSAN A/C System Oil Type R or equivalent *4
Windshield-washer fluid 3/4 gal 7/8 gal 3.5 Genuine NISSAN Windshield Washer Concentrate Cleaner & Antifreeze
or equivalent
*1: For further details, see “Engine oil and oil filter recommendations” in this section.
*2: If Genuine NISSAN Manual Transmission Fluid HQ-Multi is not available, API GL-4, Viscosity SAE 75W-85 may be used as a temporary replacement. However, use Genuine
NISSAN Manual Transmission Fluid HQ-Multi as soon as it is available.
*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 NISSAN new
vehicle limited warranty.
*4: For further details, see “Air conditioner system (if so equipped) refrigerant and oil recommendations” in this section.
*5: For further details, see “Engine oil” in the “Maintenance and do-it-yourself” section of this manual.
*6: See your NISSAN dealer or qualified workshop for service.
*7: Available in mainland U.S.A. through a NISSAN dealer.
ENGINE
Model HR16DE
Type Gasoline, 4-cycle, DOHC
Cylinder arrangement 4-cylinder, inline
Bore x Stroke in (mm) 3.071 x 3.291 (78.0 x 83.6)
Displacement cu in (cm3) 97.51 (1,598)
Firing order 1–3–4–2
Idle speed
M/T
CVT in “N” position No adjustment is necessary.
Ignition timing (degree B.T.D.C. at idle speed)
CO % at idle
Spark plug PLZKAR6A-11
Spark plug gap (Nominal) in (mm) 0.043 (1.1)
Camshaft operation Timing chain
NOTE:
This spark ignition system complies with the Canadian standard ICES-002.
LTI0197 WTI0167
TIRE AND LOADING INFORMATION AIR CONDITIONER SPECIFICATION
LABEL LABEL (if so equipped)
The cold tire pressure is shown on the Tire and The air conditioner specification label is affixed as
Loading Information label. The label is located as shown.
shown.
LTI2017
WTI0169
Example
9-14 Technical and consumer information
5. Determine the combined weight of WARNING ● Overloading not only can shorten
luggage and cargo being loaded on the life of your vehicle and the
the vehicle. That weight may not ● Properly secure all cargo with tire, but can also cause unsafe
ropes or straps to help prevent it vehicle handling and longer brak-
safely exceed the available cargo and from sliding or shifting. Do not
luggage load capacity calculated in ing distances. This may cause a
place cargo higher than the seat- premature tire failure which
Step 4. backs. In a sudden stop or colli- could result in a serious accident
Before driving a loaded vehicle, confirm sion, unsecured cargo could and personal injury. Failures
cause personal injury. caused by overloading are not
that you do not exceed the Gross Vehicle
Weight Rating (GVWR) or the Gross Axle ● Do not load your vehicle any covered by the vehicle’s
Weight Rating (GAWR) for your vehicle. heavier than the GVWR or the warranty.
maximum front and rear GAWRs.
See “Measurement of weights” later in If you do, parts of your vehicle MEASUREMENT OF WEIGHTS
this section. can break, tire damage could oc- Secure loose items to prevent weight
Also check tires for proper inflation pres- cur, or it can change the way your shifts that could affect the balance of your
sures. See the Tire and Loading Informa- vehicle handles. This could result vehicle. When the vehicle is loaded, drive
in loss of control and cause per-
tion label. sonal injury. to a scale and weigh the front and the rear
wheels separately to determine axle
LOADING TIPS loads. Individual axle loads should not ex-
● The GVW must not exceed GVWR ceed either of the gross axle weight rat-
or GAWR as specified on the ings (GAWR). The total of the axle loads
F.M.V.S.S./C.M.V.S.S. certification should not exceed the gross vehicle
label. weight rating (GVWR). These ratings are
given on the vehicle certification label. If
● Do not load the front and rear axle to weight ratings are exceeded, move or re-
the GAWR. Doing so will exceed the move items to bring all weights below the
GVWR. ratings.
Do not tow a trailer with your vehicle. Manual Transmission (if so equipped) DOT (Department of Transportation) Quality
Grades: All passenger car tires must conform to
FLAT TOWING ● Always tow with the manual transmission in federal safety requirements in addition to these
Neutral. grades.
Towing your vehicle with all four wheels on the
ground is sometimes called flat towing. This ● After towing 500 miles (805 km), start and
Quality grades can be found where applicable on
method is sometimes used when towing a vehicle idle the engine with the transmission in Neu-
the tire sidewall between tread shoulder and
behind a recreational vehicle, such as a motor tral for two minutes. Failure to idle the engine
maximum section width. For example:
home. after every 500 miles (805 km) of towing
may cause damage to internal transmission Treadwear 200 Traction AA Temperature A
CAUTION parts.
Treadwear
● Failure to follow these guidelines can Automatic Transmission (if so The treadwear grade is a comparative rating
result in severe transmission damage. equipped) based on the wear rate of the tire when tested
● Whenever flat towing your vehicle, al- To tow a vehicle equipped with an automatic under controlled conditions on a specified gov-
ways tow forward, never backward. transmission, an appropriate vehicle dolly MUST ernment test course. For example, a tire graded
● DO NOT tow any continuously variable be placed under the towed vehicle’s drive 150 would wear one and one-half (1 1/2) times
transmission vehicle with all four wheels. Always follow the dolly manufacturer’s as well on the government course as a tire graded
wheels on the ground (flat towing). Do- recommendations when using their product. 100. The relative performance of tires depends
ing so WILL DAMAGE internal transmis- upon the actual conditions of their use, however,
sion parts due to lack of transmission Continuously Variable Transmission (if and may depart significantly from the norm due to
lubrication. so equipped) variations in driving habits, service practices and
differences in road characteristics and climate.
● For emergency towing procedures refer To tow a vehicle equipped with a continuously
to “Towing recommended by NISSAN” variable transmission, an appropriate vehicle Traction AA, A, B and C
in the “In case of emergency” section of dolly MUST be placed under the towed vehicle’s The traction grades, from highest to lowest, are
this manual. drive wheels. Always follow the dolly manufac- AA, A, B, and C. Those grades represent the
turer’s recommendations when using their prod- tire’s ability to stop on wet pavement as mea-
uct. sured under controlled conditions on specified
government test surfaces of asphalt and con-
crete. A tire marked C may have poor traction
performance.
9-16 Technical and consumer information
EMISSION CONTROL SYSTEM
WARRANTY
For USA You may notify NISSAN by contacting our Additional information concerning motor
Consumer Affairs Department, toll-free, at vehicle safety may be obtained from Trans-
If you believe that your vehicle has a de-
1-800-NISSAN-1. port Canada’s Road Safety Information
fect which could cause a crash or could Centre at 1-800-333-0371 or online at
cause injury or death, you should immedi- For Canada www.tc.gc.ca/roadsafety (English speak-
ately inform the National Highway Traffic If you believe that your vehicle has a de- ers) or www.tc.gc.ca/securiteroutiere
Safety Administration (NHTSA) in addi- fect which could cause a crash or could (French speakers).
tion to notifying NISSAN. cause injury or death, you should immedi- To notify NISSAN of any safety concerns
If NHTSA receives similar complaints, it ately inform Transport Canada in addition please contact our Consumer Information
may open an investigation, and if it finds to notifying NISSAN. Centre toll free at 1-800-387-0122.
that a safety defect exists in a group of If Transport Canada receives complaints,
vehicles, it may order a recall and remedy it may open an investigation, and if it finds
campaign. However, NHTSA cannot be- that a safety defect exists in a group of
come involved in individual problems be- vehicles, it may request that NISSAN con-
tween you, your dealer, or NISSAN. duct a recall campaign. However, Trans-
To contact NHTSA, you may call the Ve- port Canada cannot become involved in
hicle Safety Hotline toll-free at 1-888- individual problems between you, your
327-4236 (TTY: 1-800-424-9153); go dealer, or NISSAN.
to http://www.safercar.gov; or write to: You may contact Transport Canada’s De-
Administrator, NHTSA, 400 Seventh fect Investigations and Recalls Division
Street, SW., Washington, D.C. 20590. toll free at 1-800-333-0510. You may
You can also obtain other information also report safety defects online at:
about motor vehicle safety from https://wwwapps.tc.gc.ca/Saf-Sec-
http://www.safercar.gov. Sur/7/PCDB-BDPP/Index.aspx.
Due to legal requirements in some states and This vehicle is equipped with an Event Data Re- These data can help provide a better understand-
Canadian Provinces, your vehicle may be re- corder (EDR). The main purpose of an EDR is to ing of the circumstances in which crashes and
quired to be in what is called the “ready condi- record, in certain crash or near crash-like situa- injuries occur. NOTE: EDR data are recorded by
tion” for an Inspection/Maintenance (I/M) test of tions, such as an air bag deployment or hitting a your vehicle only if a nontrivial crash situation
the emission control system. road obstacle, data that will assist in understand- occurs; no data are recorded by the EDR under
ing how a vehicle’s systems performed. The EDR normal driving conditions and no personal data
The vehicle is set to the “ready condition” when it
is designed to record data related to vehicle (e.g. name, gender, age and crash location) are
is driven through certain driving patterns. Usually,
dynamics and safety systems for a short period of recorded. However, other parties, such as law
the ready condition can be obtained by ordinary
time, typically 30 seconds or less. The EDR in this enforcement, could combine the EDR data with
usage of the vehicle.
vehicle is designed to record such data as: the type of personally identifying data routinely
If a powertrain system component is repaired or acquired during a crash investigation.
● How various systems in your vehicle were
the battery is disconnected, the vehicle may be
operating; To read data recorded by an EDR, special equip-
reset to a “not ready” condition. Before taking the
ment is required and access to the vehicle or the
I/M test, check the vehicle’s ● Whether or not the driver and passenger
EDR is needed. In addition to the vehicle manu-
inspection/maintenance test readiness condi- safety belts were buckled/fastened;
facturer and NISSAN dealer, other parties, such
tion. Place the ignition switch in the ON position
● How far (if at all) the driver was depressing as law enforcement, that have the special equip-
without starting the engine. If the Malfunction
the accelerator and/or brake pedal; and, ment, can read the information if they have ac-
Indicator Light (MIL) comes on steady for 20 sec-
cess to the vehicle or the EDR. EDR data will only
onds and then blinks for 10 seconds , the I/M test ● How fast the vehicle was traveling. be accessed with the consent of the vehicle
condition is “not ready”. If the MIL does not blink
after 20 seconds, the I/M test condition is ● Sounds are not recorded. owner or lessee or as otherwise required or per-
mitted by law.
“ready”. Contact a NISSAN dealer to set the
“ready condition” or to prepare the vehicle for
testing.