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ForewordWelcome to the growing family of newNISSAN owners. This vehicle is deliveredto you with confidence. It was producedusing the latest techniques and strict qualitycontrol.

This manual was prepared to help youunderstand the operation and maintenanceof your vehicle so that you may enjoy manymiles of driving pleasure. Please readthrough this manual before operating yourvehicle.

A separate Warranty Information andMaintenance Log Booklet explains de-tails about the warranties covering yourvehicle and vehicle maintenance sched-ules. Additionally, a separate CustomerCare/Lemon Law Booklet will explainhow to resolve any concerns you mayhave with your vehicle, as well as clarifyyour rights under your state’s lemonlaw.

Your NISSAN dealership knows your ve-hicle best. When you require any service orhave any questions, they will be glad toassist you with the extensive resourcesavailable to them.

READ FIRST — THEN DRIVE SAFELY

Before driving your vehicle please read thisowner’s manual carefully. This will ensurefamiliarity with controls and maintenancerequirements, assisting you in the safe op-eration of your vehicle.

WARNINGIMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATIONREMINDERS FOR SAFETY!Follow these important driving rules tohelp ensure a safe and complete tripfor you and your passengers!● NEVER drive under the influence of

alcohol or drugs.● ALWAYS observe posted speed lim-

its and never drive too fast for con-ditions.

● ALWAYS use your seat belts andappropriate child restraint systems.Pre-teen children should be seatedin the rear seat.

● ALWAYS provide information aboutthe proper use of vehicle safety fea-tures to all occupants of the vehicle.

● ALWAYS review this Owner’s Manualfor important safety information.

MODIFICATION OF YOUR VEHICLEThis vehicle should not be modified.Modification could affect its perfor-mance, safety or durability, and mayeven violate governmental regulations.In addition, damage or performanceproblems resulting from modificationsmay not be covered under NISSANwarranties.

WHEN READING THE MANUAL

This manual includes information for alloptions available on this model. Therefore,you may find some information that doesnot apply to your vehicle.

All information, specifications and illustra-tions in this manual are those in effect at thetime of printing. NISSAN reserves the rightto change specifications or design withoutnotice and without obligation.

The inside pages of this manual containa minimum of 50% recycled fibers,including 10% post-consumer fibers.

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You will see various symbols in this manual.They are used in the following ways:

WARNINGThis is used to indicate the presence ofa hazard that could cause death orserious personal injury. To avoid orreduce the risk, the procedures mustbe followed precisely.

CAUTIONThis is used to indicate the presence ofa hazard that could cause minor ormoderate personal injury or damage toyour vehicle. To avoid or reduce therisk, the procedures must be followedcarefully.

If you see this symbol, it means ‘‘Do not dothis’’ or ‘‘Do not let this happen.’’

© 1998 NISSAN NORTH AMERICA, INC.GARDENA, CALIFORNIA

All rights reserved. No part of this Owner’sManual may be reproduced or stored in aretrieval system, or transmitted in any form, orby any means, electronic, mechanical, photo-copying, recording or otherwise, without theprior written permission of Nissan NorthAmerica, Inc., Gardena, California.

The inside pages of this manual containa minimum of 50% recycled fibers,including 10% post-consumer fibers.

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IMPORTANT INFORMATIONABOUT THIS MANUAL

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Welcome To The World Of NISSAN

Your new NISSAN is the result of our dedicationto produce the finest in safe, reliable and eco-nomical transportation. Your vehicle is the prod-uct of a successful worldwide company thatmanufactures cars and trucks in over 17 coun-tries and distributes them in 170 nations.NISSAN vehicles are designed and manufac-tured by Nissan Motor Co., Ltd. which wasfounded in Tokyo, Japan in 1933, and NISSANaffiliates world wide, collectively growing to be-come the fifth largest automaker in the world. Inaddition to cars and trucks, NISSAN also makestextile machinery, forklift trucks, marine engines,boats and other products.NISSAN has made a substantial and growing in-vestment in North America, starting with the open-ing of Nissan Motor Corporation U.S.A. in 1960 andcontinuing with the production of some cars and

trucks at one of the world’s most modern manu-facturing facilities, Nissan Motor ManufacturingCorporation U.S.A. in Smyrna, Tennessee, ve-hicle styling at Nissan Design International inSan Diego, California, and engineering at NissanResearch and Development in Farmington Hills,Michigan.

NISSAN and its dealers employ about 60,000Americans.

NISSAN is also a substantial contributor to theCanadian economy. Nissan Canada Inc., its sup-pliers and over 150 dealers employ approxi-mately 4,500 people. These include companyemployees and the staffs of NISSAN dealers allacross Canada. In addition, many Canadianswork for companies that supply NISSAN andNISSAN dealers with materials and servicesranging from operation of port facilities and trans-

portation services, to the supply of lubricants,parts and accessories.

NISSAN pioneered the use of electronics andcomputers in automobiles, and has led the indus-try in improving both performance and fuel effi-ciency through new engine designs and the useof synthetic materials to reduce vehicle weight.The company has also developed ways to buildquality into its vehicles at each stage of theproduction process, both through extensive useof automation and — most importantly —through an awareness that people are the cen-tral element in quality control.

From the time the parts arrived from our suppliersuntil you took delivery of your new NISSAN, doz-ens of checks were made to ensure that only thebest job was being done in producing and deliver-ing your vehicle. NISSAN also takes great care toensure that when you take your NISSAN to yourdealer for maintenance, the service technician willperform his work according to the quality standardsthat have been established by the factory.

Safety has also been built into your NISSAN. Asyou know, seat belts are an integral part of thesafety systems that will help protect you and yourpassengers in the event of a sudden stop or anaccident. We urge you to use the seat belts everytime you drive the vehicle.

The NISSAN story of growth and achievementreflects our major goal: to provide you, ourcustomer, with a vehicle that is built with qualityand craftsmanship — a product that we can beproud to build and you can be proud to own.

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NISSAN CUSTOMER CARE PROGRAMNISSAN CARES ...

Both NISSAN and your NISSAN dealer are dedicated to serving all your automotive needs. Your satisfaction with your vehicle and yourNISSAN dealer are our primary concerns. Your NISSAN dealer is always available to assist you with all your automobile sales and serviceneeds.

However, if there is something that yourNISSAN dealer cannot assist you with oryou would like to provide NISSAN directlywith comments or questions, please con-tact the NISSAN Consumer Affairs Depart-ment using our toll-free number:

For U.S. mainland customers1-800-NISSAN-1(1-800-647-7261)

For Hawaii customers(808) 836-0888 (Oahu Number)

For Canada customers1-800-387-0122

The Consumer Affairs Department will askfor the following information:— Your name, address, and telephone

number— Vehicle identification number (on dash-

board)— Date of purchase— Current odometer reading— Your NISSAN dealer’s name— Your comments or questions

OR

You can write to NISSAN with the informa-

tion on the left at:

For U.S. mainland and Alaska custom-ers

Nissan North America, Inc.Consumer Affairs DepartmentP.O. Box 191Gardena, California 90248-0191

For Hawaii customersNissan Motor Corporation in Hawaii2880 Kilihau St.Honolulu, Hawaii 96819

For Canada customersNissan Canada Inc.5290 Orbitor DriveMississauga, Ontario L4W 4Z5

We appreciate your interest in NISSAN and thank you for buying a quality NISSAN vehicle.

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Table ofContents

Seats, restraints and supplemental air bag systems

Instruments and controls

Pre-driving checks and adjustments

Heater, air conditioner and audio systems

Starting and driving

In case of emergency

Appearance and care

Do-it-yourself

Maintenance

Technical and consumer information

Index

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1 Seats, restraints and supplemental airbag systems

Front seats .............................................................1-2Seat adjustment .....................................................1-2Head restraints .......................................................1-4Rear seat................................................................1-5Supplemental restraint system (air bagsystem)...................................................................1-6Supplemental air bag system.................................1-9Warning labels......................................................1-11Supplemental air bag warning light......................1-11Seat belts .............................................................1-13Precautions on seat belt usage ...........................1-13

Child safety...........................................................1-15Pregnant women ..................................................1-15Injured persons ....................................................1-15Three-point type with retractor .............................1-16Two-point type without retractor (rear centerlap belt).................................................................1-19Seat belt extenders ..............................................1-21Seat belt maintenance .........................................1-21Child restraints .....................................................1-21Top strap child restraint .......................................1-30

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WARNING● Do not ride in a moving vehicle when

the seatback is reclined. This can bedangerous. The shoulder belt willnot be against your body. In an acci-dent, you could be thrown into it andreceive neck or other serious inju-ries. You could also slide under thelap belt and receive serious internalinjuries.

● For the most effective protectionwhen the vehicle is in motion, theseat should be upright. Always sitwell back in the seat and adjust theseat belt properly. See ‘‘Precautionson seat belt usage’’ later in this sec-tion.

SEAT ADJUSTMENT

WARNING● Do not adjust the driver’s seat while

driving. The seat may move sud-denly and could cause loss of con-trol of the vehicle.

● After adjustment, gently rock in theseat to make sure it is securelylocked.

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Forward and backwardPull the lever up while you slide the seatforward or backward to the desired position.Release the lever to lock the seat in position.

Reclining

To recline the seatback, pull the lever upand lean back. To bring the back of the seatforward again, pull the lever and move yourbody forward. The seatback moves forward.

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HEAD RESTRAINTSTo raise the head restraint, pull it up. Tolower, press the lock knob down while push-ing the head restraint down.

WARNINGHead restraints should be adjustedproperly as they may provide significantprotection against injury in an accident.Do not remove them. Check the adjust-ment after someone else uses the seat.

Adjust the head restraints so the top is levelwith the tops of your ears.

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Interior trunk access(if so equipped)The trunk can be accessed from the rearseat for loading and unloading, as shown.

WARNING● Never allow anyone to ride in the

luggage area or on the rear seatwhen it is in the fold-down position.Use of these areas by passengerswithout proper restraints could re-sult in serious injury in an accidentor sudden stop.

● Properly secure all cargo to help pre-vent it from sliding or shifting. Do notplace cargo higher than the seat-backs. In a sudden stop or collision,unsecured cargo could cause per-sonal injury.

● When returning the seatbacks to theupright position, be certain they arecompletely secured in the latchedposition. If they are not completelysecured in the latched position, pas-sengers may be injured in an acci-dent or sudden stop.

● Closely supervise children whenthey are around cars to prevent themfrom playing and becoming lockedin the trunk where they could beseriously injured. Keep the carlocked, with the rear seat back se-curely latched, when not in use, andprevent children’s access to carkeys.

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This Supplemental Restraint System sec-tion contains important information concern-ing the driver and passenger supplementalair bags. The Supplemental Restraint Sys-tem Air Bag can help reduce impact force tothe driver and to the front passenger incertain frontal collisions. The supplementalair bags are designed to supplement thecrash protection provided by the driver andfront passenger seat belts and are not asubstitute for them. The seat belts shouldalways be correctly worn and the driver andfront passenger seated a suitable distancefrom the steering wheel and instrumentpanel. (See ‘‘Seat belts’’ for instructions andprecautions on seat belt usage.)

The supplemental air bags operate onlywhen the ignition switch is in the ON orSTART position.

WARNING● The supplemental air bags ordinarily

will not inflate in the event of a sideimpact, rear impact, roll over, orlower severity frontal collision. Al-ways wear your seat belts to helpreduce the risk or severity of injuryin various kinds of accidents.

● The seat belts and the supplementalair bags are most effective when youare sitting back and upright in the seat.Supplemental air bags inflate withgreat force. If you are unrestrained,leaning forward, sitting sideways or

out of position in any way, you are atgreater risk of injury or death in acrash and may also receive serious orfatal injuries from the supplemental airbag if you are up against it when itinflates. Always sit back against theseatback and as far away as practicalfrom the steering wheel or instrumentpanel. Always use the seatbelts.

● Keep hands on the outside of thesteering wheel. Placing them insidethe steering wheel rim could in-crease the risk that they are injuredwhen the air bag inflates.

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WARNING● Never let children ride unrestrained.

Do not attempt to hold them in yourlap or arms. Some examples of dan-gerous riding positions are shown inthe previous illustrations.

● Children may be severely injured orkilled when the supplemental air baginflates if they are not properly re-strained.

● Never install a rear-facing child re-straint in the front seat. An inflatingsupplemental air bag could seri-ously injure or kill your child. See‘‘Child Restraints’’ later in this sec-tion for details.

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The driver supplemental air bag is located inthe center of the steering wheel. The frontpassenger supplemental air bag is mounted inthe dashboard above the glove box.

These systems are designed to meet op-tional certification requirements under U.S.regulations. They are also permitted inCanada. The optional certification allows airbags to be designed to inflate somewhatless forcefully than previously. However, allof the information, cautions and warn-ings in this manual still apply and mustbe followed.

The supplemental air bag system is de-

signed to inflate in higher severity frontalcollisions, although it may inflate if theforces in another type of collision are similarto those of a higher severity frontal impact. Itmay not inflate in certain frontal collisions.Vehicle damage (or lack of it) is not alwaysan indication of proper supplemental air bagsystem operation.

When the supplemental air bag inflates, afairly loud noise may be heard, followed bythe release of smoke. This smoke is notharmful and does not indicate a fire, butcare should be taken to not unintentionallyinhale it, as it may cause irritation and

choking. Those with a history of breathingtrouble should get fresh air promptly.

The supplemental air bags, along with theuse of seat belts, help to cushion the impactforce on the face and chest of the occupant.They can help save lives and reduce seri-ous injuries. However, an inflating supple-mental air bag may cause facial abrasionsor other injuries. Supplemental air bags donot provide restraint to the lower body.

Seat belts should be correctly worn, and thedriver and passenger seated upright as faras practical away from the steering wheel orinstrument panel. Since the supplemental airbag inflates quickly in order to help protectthe occupant, the force of the supplementalair bag inflating can increase the risk of injuryif the occupant is too close to or is against thesupplemental air bag module during inflation.The supplemental air bag deflates quicklyafter a collision.The supplemental air bags operate onlywhen the ignition switch is in the ON orSTART position.

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WARNING

● Do not place any objects on the steer-ing wheel pad or on the instrumentpanel. Also, do not place any objectsbetween any occupant and the steer-ing wheel or instrument panel. Suchobjects may become dangerous pro-jectiles and may cause injury if thesupplemental air bag inflates.

● Right after inflation, several supple-mental air bag system componentswill be hot. Do not touch them; youmay severely burn yourself.

● No unauthorized changes should bemade to any components or wiring ofthe supplemental air bag system. Thisis to prevent accidental inflation ofthe supplemental air bag or damageto the supplemental air bag system.

● Do not make unauthorized changesto your vehicle’s electrical system,suspension system or front endstructure. This could affect properoperation of the supplemental airbag system.

● Tampering with the supplemental airbag system may result in seriouspersonal injury. Tampering includeschanges to the steering wheel andthe instrument panel assembly byplacing material over the steeringwheel pad and above the instrumentpanel, or by installing additional trimmaterial around the supplemental airbag system.

● Work around and on the supplemen-tal air bag system should be done byan authorized NISSAN dealer. Instal-lation of electrical equipment shouldalso be done by an authorized NIS-SAN dealer. The yellow SRS wiringshould not be modified or discon-nected. Unauthorized electrical testequipment and probing devicesshould not be used on the supple-mental air bag system.

● The SRS wiring harnesses are cov-ered with yellow insulation eitherjust before the harness connectorsor on the complete harness for easyidentification.

When selling your vehicle, we request thatyou inform the buyer about the supplementalair bag system and guide the buyer to theappropriate sections in this owner’s manual.


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Warning labels about the supplemental airbag system are placed in the vehicle asshown in the illustration.

The supplemental air bag warning light,displaying in the instrument panel,monitors the circuits of the supplemental airbag system. The circuits monitored by the

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supplemental air bag warning light are thediagnosis sensor unit, supplemental air bagmodules and all related wiring.When the ignition key is in the ON or STARTposition, the supplemental air bag warninglight illuminates for about 7 seconds andthen turns off. This means the system isoperational.If any of the following conditions occur, thesupplemental air bag needs system servic-ing:1. The supplemental air bag warning light

does not come on and remain on for 7seconds and then go off as described.

2. The supplemental air bag warning lightflashes intermittently or remains on.

3. The supplemental air bag warning lightdoes not come on at all.

Under these conditions, the supplementalrestraint system air bag may not operateproperly. It must be checked and repaired.Take your vehicle to the nearest authorizedNISSAN dealer.

WARNINGIf the supplemental air bag warning lightis on, it could mean that the supplemen-tal air bag system will not operate in anaccident.

Repair and replacement procedureThe supplemental air bag modules are de-signed to inflate on a one-time-only basis.As a reminder, unless it is damaged, thesupplemental air bag light remains illumi-nated after inflation has occurred. Repairand replacement of the supplemental airbag system should be done only by anauthorized NISSAN dealer.

After a supplemental air bag inflates, theinstrument panel assembly should be re-placed by an authorized NISSAN dealer ifdamaged.

To ensure long-term functioning, thesupplemental air bag system must beinspected 10 years after the date of manu-facture as noted on the certification labellocated on the driver side front pillar.

When maintenance work is required on thevehicle, the supplemental air bag systemand related parts should be pointed out tothe person performing the maintenance.The ignition key should always be in theLOCK position when working under thehood or inside the vehicle.

WARNING● Once the supplemental air bag in-

flates, the supplemental air bagmodule will not function again andmust be replaced. The supplementalair bag module cannot be repaired.

● The supplemental air bag systemshould be inspected by an autho-rized NISSAN dealer if there is anydamage to the front end portion ofthe vehicle, or replaced if the supple-mental air bag has inflated.

● If you need to dispose of a supple-mental air bag or scrap the vehicle,contact an authorized NISSANdealer. Correct supplemental air bagdisposal procedures are set forth inthe appropriate NISSAN ServiceManual. Incorrect disposal proce-dures could cause personal injury.


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PRECAUTIONS ON SEAT BELTUSAGEIf you are wearing your seat belt properlyadjusted, your chances of being injured orkilled in an accident and/or the severity ofinjury may be greatly reduced. NISSANstrongly encourages you and all of yourpassengers to buckle up every time youdrive, even if your seating position includesa supplemental air bag.Most states and all Canadian provincesor territories require that seat belts beworn at all times when a vehicle is beingdriven.

WARNING● Every person who drives or rides in

this vehicle should use a seat belt atall times. Children should be prop-erly restrained and, if appropriate ina child restraint.

● The belt should be properly adjustedto a snug fit. Failure to do so mayreduce the effectiveness of the en-tire restraint system and increasethe chances or severity of injury inan accident. Serious injury or deathcan occur if the seat belt is not wornproperly.

● Always route the shoulder belt overyour shoulder and across yourchest. Never run the belt behind yourback, under your arm or across yourneck. The belt should be away fromyour face and neck, but not fallingoff your shoulder.

● Position the lap belt as low as pos-sible AROUND THE HIPS, NOT THEWAIST. A lap belt worn too highcould increase the risk of internalinjuries in an accident.

● Be sure the seat belt tongue is se-curely fastened to the proper buckle.

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● Do not wear the belt inside out ortwisted. Doing so may reduce itseffectiveness.

● Do not allow more than one personto use the same belt.

● Never carry more people in the ve-hicle than there are seat belts.

● If the seat belt warning lamp glowscontinuously while the ignition isturned ON with all doors closed andall seat belts fastened, it may indi-cate a malfunction in the system.Have the system checked by an au-thorized NISSAN dealer.

● All seat belt assemblies includingretractors and attaching hardwareshould be inspected after any colli-sion at an authorized NISSAN dealer.NISSAN recommends that all seatbelt assemblies in use during a col-lision be replaced unless the colli-sion was minor and the belts showno damage and continue to operateproperly. Seat belt assemblies not inuse during a collision should also beinspected and replaced if eitherdamage or improper operation isnoted.

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CHILD SAFETYChildren need adults to help protect them.They need to be properly restrained.

The proper restraint depends on the child’ssize. Generally, infants up to about one yearand less than 20 pounds (9 kg) should beplaced in rear facing child restraints. Frontfacing child restraints are available for chil-dren who outgrow rear facing child restraints.

WARNINGInfants and children need special pro-tection. The vehicle’s seat belts maynot fit them properly. The shoulder beltmay come too close to the face or neck.The lap belt may not fit over their smallhip bones. In an accident, an improp-erly fitting seat belt could cause seri-ous or fatal injury. Always use appro-priate child restraints.

All U.S. States and Canadian provinces orterritories require the use of approved childrestraints for infants and small children. See‘‘Child Restraints’’ later in this section.

In addition, there are many types of childrestraints available for larger children whichshould be used for maximum protection.

NISSAN recommends that all preteens andchildren be restrained in the rear seat ifpossible. According to accident statistics,children are safer when properly restrainedin the rear seat than in the front seat. Thisis especially important because your ve-hicle has a supplemental restraint system(Air bag system) for the front passenger.See ‘‘Supplemental restraint system’’ ear-lier in this section.

Infants and small childrenNISSAN recommends that infants and smallchildren be placed in child restraints thatcomply with Federal Motor Vehicle SafetyStandards or Canadian Motor VehicleSafety Standards. You should choose achild restraint that fits your vehicle andalways follow the manufacturer’s instruc-tions for installation and use.

Larger childrenChildren who are too large for child re-straints should be seated and restrained bythe seat belts which are provided.

If the child’s seating position has a shoulderbelt that fits close to the face or neck, theuse of a booster seat (commercially avail-able) may help overcome this. The boosterseat should raise the child so that the shoul-

der belt is properly positioned across thetop, middle portion of the shoulder and thelap belt is low on the hips. The booster seatshould fit the vehicle seat and have a labelcertifying that it complies with Federal MotorVehicle Safety Standards or Canadian Mo-tor Vehicle Safety Standards. Once thechild has grown so the shoulder belt is nolonger on or near the face and neck, use theshoulder belt without the booster seat.

WARNINGNever let a child stand or kneel on anyseat and do not allow a child in thecargo areas while the vehicle is mov-ing. The child could be seriously in-jured or killed in an accident.

PREGNANT WOMENNISSAN recommends that pregnant womenuse seat belts. Contact your doctor for spe-cific recommendations. The lap belt shouldbe worn snug and positioned as low aspossible around the hips, not the waist.

INJURED PERSONSNISSAN recommends that injured personsuse seat belts. Check with your doctor forspecific recommendations.


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THREE-POINT TYPE WITH RE-TRACTOR

WARNING● Every person who drives or rides in

this vehicle should wear a seat beltat all times.

● Do not ride in a moving vehicle whenthe seatback is reclined. This can bedangerous. The shoulder belt willnot be against your body. In an acci-dent, you could be thrown into it andreceive neck or other serious inju-

ries. You could also slide under thelap belt and receive serious internalinjuries.

● For the most effective protectionwhen the vehicle is in motion, theseat should be upright. Always sitwell back in the seat and adjust theseat belt properly.

Fastening the belts1. Adjust the seat.

2. Slowly pull the seat belt out of the retrac-tor and insert the tongue into the buckleuntil it clicks.

The retractor is designed to lock duringa sudden stop or on impact. A slowpulling motion permits the belt to move,and allows you some freedom of move-ment in the seat.

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3. Position the lap belt portion low andsnug on the hips as shown.

4. Pull the shoulder belt portion toward theretractor to take up extra slack.

The front seat passenger side seat belt andrear three-point seat belts have a cinchingmechanism for child restraint installation. It isreferred to as the automatic locking mode.

When automatic locking mode is activated,the seat belt cannot be withdrawn againuntil the seat belt tongue is detached fromthe buckle and fully retracted. Once re-tracted, the seat belt is in the emergency

locking mode. For additional information,see ‘‘Child Restraints’’ later in this section.

The automatic locking mode should beused only for child restraint installation.During normal seat belt use by a passen-ger, the automatic locking mode shouldnot be activated. If it is activated it maycause uncomfortable seat belt tension.

Unfastening the seat beltsTo unfasten the seat belt, press the buttonon the buckle. The seat belt automaticallyretracts.

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Checking seat belt operation(Three-point type seat belt with re-tractor)Your seat belt retractors are designed to lockseat belt movement by two separate meth-ods:

1) When the seat belt is pulled quickly fromthe retractor.

2) When the vehicle slows down rapidly.

To increase your confidence in the seatbelts, check the operation as follows.

● Grasp the shoulder belt and pull forwardquickly. The retractor should lock andrestrict further belt movement.

If the retractor does not lock during this checkor if you have any question about belt opera-tion, see an authorized NISSAN dealer.

Shoulder belt height adjustment(for front seats)The shoulder belt anchor height should beadjusted to the position best for you. (See‘‘Precautions on seat belt usage’’ earlier inthis section.) To adjust, press both releasebuttons and move the shoulder belt anchorto the desired position so the belt passesover the center of the shoulder. The beltshould be away from your face and neck,but not falling off of your shoulder. Releasethe buttons to lock the shoulder belt anchorinto position.

WARNING● After adjustment, release the but-

tons and try to move the shoulderbelt anchor up and down to makesure it is securely fixed in position.

● The shoulder belt anchor heightshould be adjusted to the positionbest for you. Failure to do so mayreduce the effectiveness of the en-tire restraint system and increasethe chance or severity of injury in anaccident.

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TWO-POINT TYPE WITHOUT RE-TRACTOR (rear center lap belt)

Selecting the correct set of seatbeltsThe center seat belt buckle and tongue areidentified by the word CENTER. The centerseat belt tongue can be fastened into thecenter seat belt buckle only .

Fastening the seat belts1. Insert the tongue into the buckle until it

clicks. Both the tongue assembly and thebuckle are marked CENTER.

2. Tighten the belt by pulling the free end ofthe belt away from the tongue, then pullthe belt clip to take up the slack.

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3. Position the lap belt low on the hips asillustrated.

4. Loosen the belt by holding the tonge at aright angle to the belt, then pull on thebelt.

Unfastening the beltTo unfasten the seat belt, press the buttonon the buckle.

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SEAT BELT EXTENDERS

If, because of body size or driving position,it is not possible to properly fit the lap-shoulder belt and fasten it, an extender isavailable which is compatible with the in-stalled seat belts. The extender adds ap-proximately 8 inches (200 mm) of lengthand may be used for either the driver or frontpassenger seating position. See an autho-rized NISSAN dealer for assistance if theextender is required.

WARNING

● Only NISSAN seat belt extenders,made by the same company whichmade the original equipment seatbelts, should be used with NISSANseat belts.

● Persons who can use the standardseat belt should not use an extender.Such unnecessary use could resultin serious personal injury in theevent of an accident.

SEAT BELT MAINTENANCE● To clean the seat belt webbings, apply

a mild soap solution or any solutionrecommended for cleaning upholstery orcarpet. Then wipe with a cloth and allowthe seat belts to dry in the shade. Do notallow the seat belts to retract until theyare completely dry.

● If dirt builds up in the shoulder beltguide of the seat belt anchors, the seatbelts may retract slowly. Wipe the shoul-der belt guide with a clean, dry cloth.

● Periodically check to see that the seatbelt and metal components, such asbuckles, tongues, retractors, flexiblewires and anchors, work properly. If looseparts, deterioration, cuts or other damageon the webbing is found, the entire seatbelt assembly should be replaced.

WARNING● Infants and small children should

always be placed in an appropriatechild restraint while riding in the ve-hicle. Failure to use a child restraintcan result in serious injury or death.

● Infants and small children shouldnever be carried on your lap. It is notpossible for even the strongest adultto resist the forces of a severe acci-dent. The child could be crushedbetween the adult and parts of thevehicle. Also, do not put the sameseat belt around both your child andyourself.

● Never install a rear-facing child re-straint in the front seat. An inflating airbag could seriously injure or kill yourchild. A rear facing child restraintmust be used only in the rear seat.

● NISSAN recommends that the childrestraint system be installed in therear seat. According to accident sta-tistics, children are safer when prop-erly restrained in the rear seat thanin the front seat.

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● An improperly installed child re-straint could lead to serious injury ordeath in an accident.

● In general, child restraints are de-signed to be installed with a lap beltor the lap portion of a three-pointtype seat belt.

Child restraints for infants and children ofvarious sizes are offered by several manu-facturers. When selecting any child re-straint, keep the following points in mind:

● Choose only a restraint with a labelcertifying that it complies with FederalMotor Vehicle Safety Standard 213 orCanadian Motor Vehicle Safety Stan-dard 213.

● Check the child restraint in your vehicleto be sure it is compatible with thevehicle’s seat and seat belt system.Choose the child restraint that meets theguidelines of Society of Automotive En-gineers recommended practice J1819for child seat installation.

● If the child restraint is compatible withyour vehicle, place your child in the childrestraint and check the various adjust-

ments to be sure the child restraint iscompatible with your child. Always fol-low all recommended procedures.

All U.S. States and Canadian provincesrequire that infants and small children berestrained in approved child restraints atall times while the vehicle is being oper-ated.

WARNING● Improper use of a child restraint can

result in increased injuries for boththe infant or child and other occu-pants in the vehicle.

● Follow all of the child restraintmanufacturer’s instructions for in-stallation and use. When purchasinga child restraint, be sure to selectone which will fit your child andvehicle. It may not be possible toproperly install some types of childrestraints in your vehicle.

● If the child restraint is not anchoredproperly, the risk of a child beinginjured in a collision or a suddenstop greatly increases.

● Adjustable seatbacks should be po-sitioned to fit the child restraint, butas upright as possible.

● After attaching the child restraint,test it before you place the child in it.Tilt it from side to side. Try to tug itforward and check to see if the beltholds the restraint in place. If therestraint is not secure, tighten thebelt as necessary, or put the restraintin another seat and test it again.

● For a front facing child restraint, ifthe seat position where it is installedhas a Three-point type lap/shoulderbelt, check to make sure the shoul-der belt does not go in front of thechild’s face or neck. If it does, putthe shoulder belt behind the childrestraint. If you must install a front-facing child restraint in the frontseat, see ‘‘Installation on front pas-senger seat’’ later in this section fordetails.

● When your child restraint is not inuse, keep it secured with a seat belt toprevent it from being thrown aroundin case of a sudden stop or accident.


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CAUTIONRemember that a child restraint left in aclosed vehicle can become very hot.Check the seating surface and bucklesbefore placing your child in the childrestraint.

Front Facing Installation on rear seatCenter lap belt

When you install a child restraint in a rearcenter seat, follow these steps:

1. Position the child restraint on the seat, asillustrated. Always follow the restraintmanufacturer’s instructions.

2. Route the seat belt tongue through thechild restraint and insert it into the buckleuntil you hear and feel the latch engage.Be sure to follow the restraint manufac-turer’s instructions for belt routing.

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3. Remove all slack in the lap belt for a verytight fit by pulling forcefully on the lap beltadjustment.

4. Before placing the child in the child re-straint, use force to tilt the child restraintfrom side to side, and tug it forward tomake sure it is securely held in place.

5. If it is not secure, try to tighten the beltagain, or put the restraint in another seat.

6. Check to make sure the child restraint isproperly secured prior to each use.

Rear Facing Installation on rear seatCenter lap belt

When you install a child restraint in a rearcenter seat, follow these steps:

1. Position the child restraint on the seat, asillustrated. Always follow the restraintmanufacturer’s instructions.

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2. Route the seat belt tongue through thechild restraint and insert it into the buckleuntil you hear and feel the latch engage.Be sure to follow the restraint manufac-turer’s instructions for belt routing.

3. Remove all slack in the lap belt for a verytight fit by pulling forcefully on the lap beltadjustment.


5. If it is not secure, try to tighten the beltagain, or put the restraint in another seat.

6. Check to make sure the child restraint isproperly secured prior to each use.

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Front Facing Installation on rearoutboard seating positions

WARNING● The three-point seat belt in your ve-

hicle is equipped with an automaticlocking mode retractor which mustbe used when installing a child re-straint.

● Failure to do so will result in thechild restraint not being properly se-cured. It could tip over or otherwisebe unsecured and cause injury to thechild in a sudden stop or collision.

When you install a child restraint in a rearoutboard seat, follow these steps:

1. Position the child restraint on the seat.Always follow the restraint manufactur-er’s instructions.

2. Route the seat belt tongue through thechild restraint and insert it into the buckleuntil you hear and feel the latch engage.Be sure to follow the child restraint manu-facturer’s instructions for seat belt rout-ing.

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3. Pull on the shoulder belt until all of thebelt is fully extended. At this time, the beltretractor is in the automatic locking mode(child restraint mode). It reverts back toemergency locking mode when the belt isfully retracted.

4. Allow the belt to retract. Pull up on thebelt to remove any slack in the belt.

5. Before placing the child in the child re-straint, use force to tilt the child restraintfrom side to side, and tug it forward tomake sure that it is securely held in place.

6. Check that the retractor is in the automaticlocking mode by trying to pull more beltout of the retractor. If you cannot pull anymore belt webbing out of the retractor, thebelt is in the automatic locking mode.

7. Check to make sure that the child re-straint is properly secured prior to eachuse. If the belt is not locked, repeat steps3 through 6.

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After the child restraint is removed and theseat belt is fully retracted, the automaticlocking mode (child restraint mode) is can-celed.

Rear Facing Installation on rear out-board seating positions

WARNING● The three-point seat belt in your ve-

hicle is equipped with an automaticlocking mode retractor which mustbe used when installing a child re-straint.

● Failure to do so will result in thechild restraint not being properly se-cured. It could tip over or otherwisebe unsecured and cause injury to thechild in a sudden stop or collision.

When you install a child restraint in a rearoutboard seat, follow these steps:

1. Position the child restraint on the seat.Always follow the restraint manufactur-er’s instructions.

2. Route the seat belt tongue through thechild restraint and insert it into the buckleuntil you hear and feel the latch engage.Be sure to follow the child restraint manu-facturer’s instructions for seat belt rout-ing.

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4. Allow the belt to retract. Pull up on thebelt to remove any slack in the belt.

5. Before placing the child in the child re-straint, use force to tilt the child restraintfrom side to side, and tug it forward tomake sure that it is securely held in place.

6. Check that the retractor is in the automaticlocking mode by trying to pull more beltout of the retractor. If you cannot pull anymore belt webbing out of the retractor, thebelt is in the automatic locking mode.

7. Check to make sure that the child re-straint is properly secured prior to eachuse. If the belt is not locked, repeat steps3 through 6.

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TOP STRAP CHILD RESTRAINTIf your child restraint has a top strap, it mustbe secured to the provided anchor point.Anchor bracket hardware must be installed.The top strap anchor bracket hardware isavailable through an authorized NISSANdealer.

U.S. Part #88894-89900Canadian Part #88894-89902

Secure the child restraint with the center lapbelt or the lap portion of the outboard Three-point belt and latch the top strap hook ontothe anchor bracket.

To install the anchor bracket, a metric bolt ofthe dimensions listed below must be used.

Bolt diameter: 8.0 mmBolt length: at least 1.18 in (30 mm)Thread pitch: 1.25 mm

Secure the top strap to the attaching boltwhich provides the straightest installation ofthe top strap.

WARNINGChild restraint anchor points are de-signed to withstand only those loadsimposed by correctly fitted child re-straints. Under no circumstances arethey to be used for adult seat belts orharnesses.

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Anchor point locations

Anchor points are located under the rearparcel shelf finisher.

To use attaching hardware for child re-straints with top straps, follow these instruc-tions carefully:

1. Open the trunk and find the anchor pointnuts on the underside of the rear parcelshelf. Thread a bolt (8.0 mm diameter,1.25 pitch) up through the nut behind theseating position where the child restraintwill be installed and use it to break throughthe rear parcel shelf support material.

There are pre-cut circles at each anchorpoint location that should break away fromthe shelf support material when pressureis applied to them. Remove the bolt afteryou feel the pre-cut circle separate fromthe shelf support material.

2. Cut a small slit through the parcel shelffabric at the anchor point location. Reachthrough the fabric with a tool such as apair of needle-nose pliers and removethe pre-cut circle in the parcel shelf sup-port material.

3. Install the bolt through the top strap hookand into the anchor point nut.

4. Be sure to follow all of the instructionsthat accompany the top strap attachinghardware.

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Installation on front passenger seat

WARNING● Never install a rear facing child re-

straint in the front passenger seat. Airbags inflate with great force. A rear-facing child restraint could be struckby the air bag in a crash and couldseriously injure or kill your child.

● NISSAN recommends that child re-straints be installed in the rear seat.However, if you must install aforward-facing child restraint in thefront passenger seat, move the pas-senger seat to the rear most position.

● A child restraint with a top strapshould not be used in the front pas-senger seat.

● The three-point seat belt in your ve-hicle is equipped with an automaticlocking mode retractor which mustbe used when installing a child re-straint.

● Failure to use the retractor’s lockingmode will result in the child restraintnot being properly secured. The re-straint could tip over or otherwise beunsecured and cause injury to thechild in a sudden stop or collision.

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If you must install a child restraint in the frontseat, follow these steps:

1. Position the child restraint on the frontpassenger seat. It should be placed ina front facing direction only. Move theseat to the rear most position. Alwaysfollow the restraint manufacturer’s in-structions. Child restraints for infantsmust be used in the rear facing direc-tion and therefore must not be used inthe front seat.

2. Route the seat belt tongue through thechild restraint and insert it into the buckleuntil you hear and feel the latch engage.

Be sure to follow the child restraint manu-facturer’s instructions for belt routing.


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4. Allow the seat belt to retract slightly. Pullup on the seat belt to remove any slack inthe belt.


6. Check that the retractor is in the automaticlocking mode by trying to pull more seatbelt out of the retractor. If you cannot pullany more seat belt webbing out of theretractor, the seat belt is in the automaticlocking mode.

7. Check to make sure the child restraint isproperly secured prior to each use. If thelap belt is not locked, repeat steps threethrough six.


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2 Instruments and controls

Meters and gauges ................................................2-2Speedometer and odometer ..................................2-3Tachometer (if so equipped) ..................................2-3Engine coolant temperature gauge........................2-3Fuel gauge .............................................................2-4Warning/indicator lights and chimes ......................2-5Theft warning (if so equipped) ...............................2-9Windshield wiper and washer switch...................2-11Rear window defogger switch..............................2-11Headlight and turn signal switch..........................2-12Daytime running light system (Canada only).......2-12

Instrument brightness control...............................2-13Front fog light switch (if so equipped)..................2-13Hazard warning flasher switch.............................2-14Cigarette lighter (accessory) and ashtray............2-14Cup holder............................................................2-15Manual windows...................................................2-16Power windows (if so equipped) ..........................2-16Sunroof (if so equipped).......................................2-18Interior light...........................................................2-18Trunk light (if so equipped) ..................................2-19

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SpeedometerThe speedometer indicates vehicle speed.

OdometerThe odometer records the total distance thevehicle has been driven.

Trip OdometerThe trip odometer records the distance ofindividual trips. Before each trip, set the tripodometer to zero by pushing the resetbutton.

The tachometer indicates engine speed inrevolutions per minute (r/min).

CAUTIONWhen engine speed approaches thered zone, shift to a higher gear. Oper-ating the engine in the red zone maycause serious engine damage.

The gauge indicates the engine coolanttemperature.

The engine coolant temperature varies withthe outside air temperature and drivingconditions.

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TACHOMETER (if so equipped) ENGINE COOLANTTEMPERATURE GAUGE

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CAUTIONIf the gauge indicates engine coolanttemperature over the normal range,stop the vehicle as soon as safely pos-sible. If the engine is overheated, con-tinued operation of the vehicle mayseriously damage the engine. See the‘‘In case of emergency’’ section for theimmediate action required.

The gauge indicates the approximate fuellevel in the tank.

The gauge may move slightly during brak-ing, turning, acceleration, or going up ordown hills.

The gauge needle remains in approximatelythe same position, even after the ignitionkey is turned to OFF.

The warning indicator light comes on whenthe amount of fuel in the tank is getting low.

Refill the fuel tank before the gaugeregisters E (Empty).

CAUTION

● If the vehicle is driven with the fuellevel very low, the malfunction indi-cator light may come on. Refuel assoon as possible. After driving for awhile, the light should remain off. Ifthe light remains on, have the ve-hicle inspected by an authorizedNISSAN dealer.

● For additional information, see the‘‘Malfunction indicator light (MIL)’’later in this section.

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or Brake warning lightLow washer fluid warning light(Canada only)

Cruise indicator light(if so equipped)

Turn signal/hazard indicator lights or Anti-lock brake warninglight (if so equipped)

Air bag warning light

High beam indicator light (Blue) O/D OFFOverdrive off indicator light(automatic transmission only)

Seat belt warning light

Charge warning light Malfunction indicator lightLow fuel warning light(if so equipped)Door ajar warning light

(if so equipped)Engine oil pressure warning light

Checking bulbsApply the parking brake and turn the ignitionkey to ON without starting the engine. Thefollowing lights will come on:

, , or , , ,

If the driver side seat belt is fastened thelight will not come on.

If equipped, the following lights come onbriefly and then go off:

or

If any light fails to come on, it mayindicate a burned-out bulb or an open

circuit in the electrical system. Have thesystem repaired promptly.

Engine oil pressure warninglight

This light warns of low engine oil pressure. Ifthe light flickers or comes on during normaldriving, pull off the road in a safe area, stopthe engine immediately and call an autho-rized NISSAN dealer.

The oil pressure warning light is notdesigned to indicate a low oil level. Usethe dipstick to check the oil level. See

‘‘Engine oil’’ in the ‘‘Do-it-yourself’’ sectionof this manual.

CAUTION

Running the engine with the oil pres-sure warning light on could cause seri-ous damage to the engine almost im-mediately. Turn off the engine as soonas it is safe to do so.

Charge warning light

If the light comes on while the engine isrunning, it may indicate a problem with the

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charging system. Turn the engine off andcheck the generator belt. If the belt is loose,broken, or missing, or if the light remains on,see an authorized NISSAN dealer immedi-ately.

CAUTION

Do not continue driving if the generatorbelt is loose, broken or missing.

Low fuel warning light(if so equipped)

This warning light comes on when the fuel inthe tank is getting low. Refuel as soon as itis convenient, preferably before the fuelgauge reaches E (Empty).

There will be a small reserve of fuel remain-ing in the tank when the fuel gauge reachesE (Empty).

Door ajar warning light(if so equipped)

This light comes on when any of the doorsare not closed securely while the ignitionkey is ON.

Seat belt warning light andchime

The light and chime remind you to fastenseat belts. The light illuminates wheneverthe ignition key is turned to ON, and re-mains illuminated until the driver’s seat beltis fastened. At the same time, the chimesounds for about seven seconds unless thedriver seat belt is securely fastened.

Refer to “Seat belts” in the “Seats, restraintsand supplemental air bag systems” sectionfor precautions on seat belt usage.

Supplemental air bagwarning light

When the ignition key is in the ON or STARTposition, the supplemental air bag warninglight illuminates for about 7 seconds andthen turns off. This means the system isoperational.

If any of the following conditions occur, thesupplemental air bag system needs servic-ing and your vehicle must be taken to anauthorized NISSAN dealer:

1. The supplemental air bag warning lightdoes not come on and remain on for 7

seconds and then go off as describedabove.

2. The supplemental air bag warning lightflashes intermittently or remains on.

3. The supplemental air bag warning lightdoes not come on at all.

Unless checked and repaired, the supple-mental restraint system (air bag system)may not function properly. For additionaldetails see ‘‘Supplemental restraint system’’in the ‘‘Seats, restraints and supplementalair bag systems’’ section of this manual.

WARNING

If the supplemental air bag warninglight is on, it could mean that thesupplemental air bag system will notoperate in an accident.

Low washer fluid warninglight (Canada only)

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or Brake warning lightThis light functions for both the parkingbrake and the foot brake systems.

When the ignition key is in the ON position,the light comes on when the parking brakeis applied, and also warns of a low brakefluid level. If the light comes on while theengine is running with the parking brake notapplied, stop the vehicle and perform thefollowing:

1. Check the brake fluid level. Add brake fluidas necessary. See ‘‘Brake fluid’’ in the‘‘Do-it-yourself’’ section of this manual.

2. If the brake fluid level is correct, have thewarning system checked by an autho-rized NISSAN dealer.

WARNING● If the level is below the MINIMUM

mark on the brake fluid reservoir, donot drive until the brake system hasbeen checked at an authorized NIS-SAN dealer.

● Your brake system may not be work-ing properly if the warning light is

on. Driving could be dangerous. Ifyou judge it to be safe, drive carefully to the nearest service stationfor repairs. Otherwise, have your ve-hicle towed because driving it couldbe dangerous.

● Pressing the brake pedal with theengine stopped and/or a low brakefluid level may increase your stop-ping distance and braking will re-quire greater pedal effort as well aspedal travel.

or Anti-lock brakewarning light(if so equipped)

If the light comes on while the engine isrunning, it may indicate something is wrongwith the anti-lock portion of the brake sys-tem. Have the system checked by an autho-rized NISSAN dealer.

Turn off the engine, and start it again byslowly turning the ignition key (quicklydoing so may cause the ABS light to stayon when there is nothing wrong). If thelight stays on, have the system checkedby an authorized NISSAN dealer.

If an abnormality occurs in the system, theanti-lock function ceases, but the regularbraking system continues to operate.

If the light comes on while you are driving,contact an authorized NISSAN dealer forrepair.

O/D OFF Overdrive off indicator light(automatic transmissionmodels only)

This light comes on when the overdriveswitch is pushed to the OFF position.

Turn signal/hazard indicatorlights

The appropriate light flashes when the turnsignal lever switch is activated.

Both lights flash when the hazard switch isturned on.

High beam indicator light

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Cruise indicator light(if so equipped)

The light comes on while the vehicle speedis controlled by the cruise control system.

Key reminder chime

A chime sounds if the driver side door isopened while the key is left in the ignitionswitch. Remove the key and take it with youwhen leaving the vehicle.

Light reminder chime

A chime sounds when the driver side door isopened if the headlights or parking lightsare on (ignition switch is turned off).

Turn the headlight control switch off beforeleaving the vehicle.

Brake pad wear warning

The disc brake pads have audible wearwarnings. When a brake pad requires re-placement, it makes a high pitched scrapingsound when the vehicle is in motion,whether or not the brake pedal is de-pressed. Have the brakes checked as soonas possible if the warning sound is heard.

Malfunction indicator light(MIL)

If the malfunction indicator light comes onsteady or blinks while the engine is running,it may indicate a potential emission controlproblem.

The malfunction indicator light may alsocome on steady or blink if the fuel filler caphas not been closed tightly or if the fuel tankis nearly empty. Check to make sure the fuelcap is secure and that you have at least threegallons (14 liters) of fuel in the fuel tank.

After driving for a while, the light shouldremain off if no other potential emissioncontrol system problem exists.

OperationThe malfunction indicator light will come onin one of two ways:

● Malfunction indicator light on steady - Anemission control system malfunction hasbeen detected. Have the vehicle in-spected by an authorized NISSANdealer. You do not need to have yourvehicle towed to the dealer.

● Malfunction indicator light blinking - Anengine misfire has been detected which

may damage the emission control sys-tem. To reduce or avoid emission controlsystem damage:a) do not drive at speeds above 45 MPH

(72 km/h).b) avoid hard acceleration or decelera-

tion.c) avoid steep uphill grades.d) if possible, reduce the amount of cargo

being hauled or towed.

The malfunction indicator light may stopblinking and come on steady. Have thevehicle inspected by an authorized NISSANdealer. You do not need to have your vehicletowed to the dealer.

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The theft warning system provides visualand audio alarm signals if parts of thevehicle are disturbed.

How to activate the theft warningsystem

1. Close all windows.

2. Remove the key from the ignition switch.

3. Close the hood, trunk lid and all doors.

4. Push the button on the multi-remotecontroller. All the doors lock. The hazardlights flash twice and the horn beepsonce to indicate all doors are locked.

● When the button is pushed with alldoors locked, the hazard lights flash twiceand the horn beeps once as a reminder thatthe doors are already locked.The horn may or may not beep once. Referto ‘‘Silencing the horn beep feature’’ later inthis section.

The system can be activated even if thewindows are open.5. Confirm that the SECURITY indicator

light comes on. The SECURITY lightglows for about 30 seconds and thenbegins to flash once every three seconds.The system is now activated. If, duringthis 30-second time period, the door isunlocked by the key or the multi-remotecontroller, or the ignition key is turned toACC or ON, the system will not activate.

● If the key is turned slowly when lock-ing the door, the system may not acti-vate. Furthermore, if the key is turnedexcessively to the unlock position, thesystem may be deactivated when thekey is removed. If the indicator lightfails to glow for 30 seconds, unlockthe door once and lock it again.

● Even when the driver and/or passen-gers are in the vehicle, the system will

activate with all doors, hood, andtrunk lid locked and ignition key off.Turn the ignition key to ACC or ON toturn the system off.

The theft warning system is NOT activated ifone of the following occurs:

● A door is unlocked or the ignition key isturned to the ACC or ON position duringthe 30 seconds in which the SECURITYlight stays on.

● The SECURITY light blinks at a steady1/2 second on - 1/2 second off rate (adoor, the trunk, or the hood is open andthe key is not in the ACC or ON position).When the ignition key is turned to theACC or ON position, the SECURITY lightturns off.

Theft warning system operationThe theft warning system emits the follow-ing alarm:

● The headlights blink and the horn soundsintermittently. In addition, the starter mo-tor does not operate.

● The alarm automatically turns off after 2to 3 minutes. However, the alarm reacti-vates if the vehicle is tampered with

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again. The alarm can be shut off byunlocking a door or trunk lid with the keyor by pressing the button on themulti-remote controller.

The alarm is activated by:

● opening the door or trunk lid withoutusing the key (even if the door is un-locked by releasing the door inside lockswitch) or opening the trunk lid by oper-ating the opener lever.

● opening the hood.

● pushing in or pulling out the key cylinderon the door or trunk lid.

How to stop the alarmThe alarm stops only by unlocking a door orthe trunk lid with the key or by pressingthe button on the multi-remote control-ler. The alarm does not stop if the ignitionswitch is turned to ACC or ON position.

Silencing the horn beep featureIf desired, the horn beep feature can bedeactivated using the multi-remote controller.

To deactivate: Press and hold the andbuttons for at least two seconds.

The hazard lights will quickly flash threetimes to confirm that the horn beep featurehas been deactivated.

To activate: Press and hold the andbuttons for at least two seconds once

more.

The hazard lights will quickly flash threetimes to confirm that the horn beep featurehas been reactivated.

Deactivating the horn beep feature does notsilence the horn if the alarm is triggered.

If the system does not operate as de-scribed above, have it checked by anauthorized NISSAN dealer.

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Push the lever down to operate the wiper.Pull the lever toward you to operate thewasher. The ignition switch must be in theON position for the wipers or washer to beactivated. Operating the washer automati-cally cycles the wipers two times.

CAUTIONThe following could damage the washersystem:

● Operating the washer continuouslyfor more than 30 seconds.

● Operating the washer if the reservoirtank is empty.

WARNINGIn freezing temperatures the washersolution may freeze on the windshieldand obscure your vision, which maylead to an accident. Warm the wind-shield with the defroster before youwash the windshield.

To defog the rear window glass, start theengine and push the rear window defoggerswitch on. (The indicator light on the switchcomes on.) Push the switch again to turnthe defogger off.

The rear window defogger switch automati-cally turns off after approximately 15 min-utes.

CAUTIONWhen cleaning the inner side of therear window, be careful not to scratchor damage the rear window defogger.

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Lighting

Turn the switch to the position:

The front parking, tail, license plate andinstrument panel lights come on.

Turn the switch to the position:

The headlights come on and all the otherlights remain on.

To select the high beam function, push thelever forward. The high beam lights comeon and the light illuminates. Pull itback to select the low beam.

Passing signalPulling and releasing the lever flashes theheadlight high beams on and off.

DAYTIME RUNNING LIGHTSYSTEM (Canada only)The headlights automatically illuminate at areduced intensity when the engine is startedwith the parking brake released. The day-time running lights operate with the head-light switch in the OFF position or in the

position. Turn the headlight switchto the position for full illuminationwhen driving at night.

If the parking brake is applied before theengine is started, the daytime running lightsdo not illuminate. The daytime running lightsilluminate once the parking brake is re-leased. The daytime running lights will re-main on until the ignition switch is turned off.

WARNINGWhen the daytime running light systemis active, tail lights on your vehicle arenot on. It is necessary at dusk to turnon your headlights. Failure to do socould cause an accident injuring your-self and others.

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Turn signalMove the lever up or down to signal theturning direction. When the turn is com-pleted, the turn signals cancel automati-cally.

Lane change signalTo signal a lane change, move the lever upor down to the point where the indicator lightbegins to flash, but the lever does not latch.

The instrument brightness control operateswhen the headlight switch is in the

or position.

Turn the control to adjust the brightness ofinstrument panel lights.

To turn the front fog lights on, rotate theswitch to the position.

To turn them off, rotate the switch to theOFF position.

The headlight switch must be in theposition (low beam headlights on) for

the fog lights to operate. The fog lightsautomatically turn off whenever the high-beam headlight function is selected.

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Push the switch on to warn other driverswhen you must stop or park under emer-gency conditions. All turn signal lights flash.

WARNING● When stalled or stopped on the road-

way under emergency conditions,move the vehicle well off the road.

● Do not use the hazard warning flasherswhile moving on the highway unlessunusual circumstances force you todrive so slowly that your vehicle mightbecome a hazard to other traffic.

● Turn signals do not work when thehazard warning flasher lights are on.

The flashers can be actuated with the igni-tion switch in either the OFF or ON position.

Some state laws may prohibit the use ofthe hazard warning flasher switch whiledriving.

The cigarette lighter element is an acces-sory. A genuine NISSAN cigarette lighter canbe purchased from an authorized NISSANdealer.

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The cigarette lighter operates when theignition switch is in the ACC or ON position.Push the lighter in all the way. When thelighter is heated, it springs out.Return the lighter to its original position afteruse.

WARNINGThe cigarette lighter should not beused while driving in order that fullattention may be given to the drivingoperation.

CAUTIONThe cigarette lighter socket is a powersource for the cigarette lighter elementonly. The use of the cigarette lightersocket as a power source for any otheraccessory is not recommended.

To open, pull the cup holder out fully. Toclose, push the cup holder in fully.

The cup holder and the ashtray cannot beused at the same time. Close the ashtraybefore using the cup holder.

WARNING

The driver should not pull out the cupholder or remove or insert cups into thecup holder while driving in order thatfull attention may be given to the driv-ing operation.

CAUTION● Avoid abrupt starting and braking

when the cup holder is being used toprevent spilling the drink. If the liq-uid is hot, it can scald you or yourpassenger.

● Use only soft cups in the cupholder.Hard objects can injure you in anaccident.

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The side windows can be opened or closedby turning the hand crank on each door.

To open a window on the driver side, turnthe crank clockwise. To close a window,turn the crank counterclockwise.

To open a window on the passenger side,turn the crank counterclockwise. To close awindow, turn the crank clockwise.

WARNING● Make sure that all passengers have

their hands, etc. inside the vehiclebefore closing the windows. Use thewindow lock switch to prevent unex-pected use of the power windows.

● Do not leave children unattended in-side the vehicle. They could un-knowingly activate switches or con-trols and become trapped in awindow. Unattended children couldbecome involved in serious acci-dents.

The power windows operate only when theignition key is in the ON position.

To open the driver side window, push thedriver’s side switch down until the desiredwindow position is reached. To close thewindow, lift the switch up. The driver sidecontrol panel is equipped with switches toopen or close all the windows.

Locking passengers’ windows

When the window lock button is depressed,only the driver side window can be openedor closed. Push it again to cancel the win-dow lock function.

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The passenger side switch opens or closesonly the passenger side window. To openthe window, push the switch down. To closethe window, lift the switch up.

Rear power windowsThe rear power window switches open orclose only the corresponding window. Toopen the window, push the switch down. Toclose the window, lift the switch up.

Automatic power window switchTo fully open the driver’s side window, pressthe driver’s side window switch down to thesecond detent and release it; it need not beheld. The window automatically opens allthe way. To stop the window, pull up on theswitch while the window is opening.

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The sunroof only operates with the ignitionkey in the ON position.

Sliding the sunroof

To open the sunroof, push the switchtoward DOWN/OPEN.

To close the sunroof, push the switchtoward UP/CLOSE.

Tilting the sunroofClose the sunroof by pushing the switchtoward UP/CLOSE. Release the switch,then push the UP/CLOSE switch to tilt thesunroof up.

To tilt the sunroof down, push the switchtoward DOWN/OPEN.

Sun shadeOpen and close the sun shade by sliding itforward or backward.

WARNING● In an accident, you could be thrown

from the vehicle through an opensunroof. Always use seat belts andchild restraints properly.

● Do not allow anyone to stand up orextend any portion of their body outof the sunroof opening while thevehicle is in motion, or while thesunroof is closing.

CAUTION● Remove water drops, snow, ice or

sand from the sunroof before open-ing.

● Do not place heavy objects on thesunroof or surrounding area.

The interior light has a three-position switch.

The interior light operates regardless ofignition key position.

● When the switch is in the OFF position,the interior light does not illuminate, re-gardless of door position.

● When the switch is in the center jposition, the interior light illuminateswhen a door is opened.

● When the switch is in the ON position,the interior light illuminates, regardless ofdoor position.

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CAUTIONLeaving the interior light switch in theON position for extended periods oftime results in a discharged battery.

TRUNK LIGHT (if so equipped)The light illuminates when the trunk lid isopened. When the trunk lid is closed, thelight goes off. For bulb replacement proce-dures, refer to “Bulb replacement” in the‘‘Do-it-yourself’’ section of this manual.


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3 Pre-driving checks and adjustments

Key .........................................................................3-2Door locks ..............................................................3-2Manual door lock....................................................3-2Power door lock (if so equipped) ...........................3-3Multi-remote control system (if so equipped).........3-4Battery replacement ...............................................3-7Child safety rear door lock.....................................3-8Hood release..........................................................3-9

Glove box .............................................................3-10Trunk lid lock operation........................................3-10Fuel filler lid lock operation ..................................3-12Fuel filler cap........................................................3-12Tilting steering wheel ...........................................3-14Outside mirror remote control ..............................3-14Inside mirror .........................................................3-15Vanity mirror (if so equipped)...............................3-15

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A key number plate is supplied with yourkey. Record the key number and keep it in asafe place (such as your wallet), NOT INTHE CAR. If you lose your keys, see anauthorized NISSAN dealer for duplicates byusing the key number. NISSAN does notrecord key numbers so it is very important tokeep track of your key number plate.

A key number is only necessary when youhave lost all keys and do not have one toduplicate from. If you still have a key, thiskey can be duplicated by an authorizedNISSAN dealer or locksmith.

WARNING● Always have the doors locked while

driving. Along with the use of seatbelts, this provides greater safety inthe event of an accident by helpingto prevent persons from beingthrown from the vehicle. This alsohelps keep children and others fromunintentionally opening the doors,and will help keep out intruders.

● Before opening any door, alwayslook for and avoid oncoming traffic.

● Do not leave children unattended in alocked vehicle. They could unknow-ingly activate switches and controls.Unattended children could becomeinvolved in serious accidents.

MANUAL DOOR LOCKTo lock the door, turn the key towards thefront of the vehicle. To unlock, turn it to-wards the rear.

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To lock the door without the key, move theinside lock knob to the lock position, thenclose the door.

When locking the door this way, be certainnot to leave the key inside the vehicle.

POWER DOOR LOCK(if so equipped)Move the door lock/unlock button, locatedon the driver’s door armrest, toward the rearof the vehicle to lock all doors. Move thedoor lock/unlock button toward the front ofthe vehicle to unlock all doors.

If your vehicle is equipped with the theftwarning system, the power door lock sys-tem allows you to lock or unlock all doorssimultaneously.

Turning the front door key to the front of thevehicle locks all doors.

Turning the front door key one time to therear of the vehicle unlocks the correspondingdoor. From that position, returning the key toNeutral (where the key can only be removedand inserted) and turning it to the rear againwithin 5 seconds unlocks all doors.

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MULTI-REMOTE CONTROLSYSTEM(if so equipped)It is possible to lock/unlock all doors, turnthe interior light on or off, and activate thepanic alarm by using the remote controllerfrom outside the car.Be sure to remove the key from thevehicle before locking the doors.The remote controller can operate at adistance of approximately 49 ft (15 m) fromthe vehicle. The effective distance dependsupon the conditions around the vehicle.As many as four remote controllers can beused with one vehicle. For information con-cerning the purchase and use of additionalremote controllers, contact an authorizedNISSAN dealer.

CAUTIONListed below are conditions or occur-rences which will damage the remotecontroller:

● Allowing the remote controller to be-come wet.

● Dropping the remote controller.

● Striking the remote controllersharply against another object.

● Placing the remote controller for anextended period in an area where tem-peratures exceed 140°F (60°C).

Locking doors

1. Close all windows.

2. Remove the key from the ignition switch.

3. Close the hood, trunk lid and all doors.

4. Push the button on the multi-remotecontroller. All the doors lock. The hazardlights flash twice and the horn beepsonce to indicate all doors are locked.

● When the button is pushed with alldoors locked, the hazard lights flash twiceand the horn beeps once as a reminder thatthe doors are already locked.The horn may or may not beep once. Referto ‘‘Silencing the horn beep feature’’ later inthis section.


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Unlocking doors

1. Push the button on the multi-remotecontroller. Only the driver side door un-locks.

2. Push the button on the multi-remote

controller again within 5 seconds. Thepassenger doors unlock.

3. The interior light illuminates for approxi-mately 30 seconds.

The interior light can be turned off without-

waiting for 30 seconds by turning the igni-tion to the ON position or by pressing the

button on the multi-remote controller.

Using the panic alarmIf you are near your vehicle and feel threat-ened, you may activate the panic alarm tocall attention as follows:

1. Push the button on the remote con-troller for longer than 0.8 seconds.

2. The panic alarm and headlights stay onfor 30 seconds.

3. The panic alarm stops when the , ,or the button is pushed on themulti-remote controller.

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Silencing the horn beep featureIf desired, the horn beep feature can bedeactivated using the multi-remote control-ler.

To deactivate: Press and hold the andbuttons for at least two seconds.

The hazard lights will quickly flash threetimes to confirm that the horn beep featurehas been deactivated.

To activate: Press and hold the andbuttons for at least two seconds

once more.

The hazard lights will quickly flash threetimes to confirm that the horn beep featurehas been reactivated.

Deactivating the horn beep feature does notsilence the panic alarm.

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Replace the battery in the multi-remote con-troller as follows:1. Open the lid using a coin.2. Replace the battery with a new one.

Recommended battery: Sanyo CR2025or equivalent.

3. Close the lid securely.

4. Press the button, then the buttontwo or three times to check the multi-remote controller operation.

If the battery is removed for any reasonother than replacement, perform stepfour.● An improperly disposed battery can

hurt the environment. Always confirmlocal regulations for battery disposal.

● The multi-remote controller is water-resistant; however, if it does get wet,immediately wipe completely dry.

● The operational range of the multi-remote controller extends to approxi-mately 49 ft (15 m) from the vehicle.This range may vary with conditions.

FCC Notice:Changes or modifications not expresslyapproved by the manufacturer for com-pliance could void the user’s authority tooperate the equipment.

This device complies with Part 15 of theFCC Rules and RSS-210 of IndustryCanada.Operation is subject to the following twoconditions: (1) This device may notcause harmful interference, and (2) thisdevice must accept any interference re-ceived, including interference that maycause undesired operation of the device.

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CHILD SAFETY REAR DOORLOCK

Child safety locks help prevent doors frombeing opened accidentally, especially whensmall children are in the vehicle.

The child safety lock levers are located onthe edge of the rear doors.

When the lever is in the lock position, therear door can be opened only from theoutside.

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1. Pull the hood lock release handle s1located below the driver side instrumentpanel. The hood will spring up slightly.

2. Pull up on the lever s2 at the front of thehood with your fingertips and raise thehood.

3. Insert the support rod into the slotmarked with the arrow on the undersideof the hood.

4. When closing the hood, return the sup-port rod to its original position, lower thehood to approximately 12 inches abovethe latch and release it. This allowsproper engagement of the hood latch.

WARNING● Make sure the hood is completely

closed and latched before driving.Failure to do so could cause thehood to fly open and result in anaccident.

● If you see steam or smoke comingfrom the engine compartment, toavoid injury do not open the hood.

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Open the glove box by pulling the handle.

WARNINGKeep glove box lid closed while drivingto prevent injury in an accident or asudden stop.

Opener lever operation(if so equipped)The trunk lid opener lever is located on theoutside of the driver’s seat. To open thetrunk lid, pull up the opener lever. To close,push the trunk lid down securely.

WARNING● Do not drive with the trunk lid open.

This could allow dangerous exhaustgases to be drawn into the vehicle.See ‘‘Exhaust gas’’ in the ‘‘Startingand driving’’ section.

● Closely supervise children whenthey are around cars to prevent themfrom playing and becoming lockedin the trunk where they could beseriously injured. Keep the carlocked, with the trunk closed, whennot in use, and prevent children’saccess to car keys.

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Key operation

To open the trunk lid from outside thevehicle, turn the key clockwise. To close thetrunk lid, lower and push the trunk lid downsecurely.

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Opener lever (if so equipped)To open the fuel filler lid, push the openerlever down. To lock, close the fuel filler lidsecurely.

Manual Fuel Filler LidOpen the fuel filler lid by pulling the raisedportion of the fuel filler lid.

FUEL FILLER CAPThe fuel filler cap is a screw-on ratchetingtype. Tighten the cap clockwise until ratch-eting clicks are heard.

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WARNING

● Gasoline is extremely flammable andhighly explosive under certain con-ditions. You could be burned or se-riously injured if it is misused ormishandled. Always stop the engineand do not smoke or allow openflames or sparks near the vehiclewhen refueling.

● Fuel may be under pressure. Turnthe cap one-half turn and wait forany ‘‘hissing’’ sound to stop to pre-vent fuel from spraying out and pos-sibly causing personal injury. Thenremove the cap.

● Do not attempt to top off the fueltank after the fuel pump nozzle shutsoff automatically. Continued refuel-ing may cause fuel overflow, result-ing in fuel spray and possibly fire.

● Use only a genuine NISSAN fuel fillercap as a replacement. It has a built-insafety valve needed for proper op-eration of the fuel system and emis-sion control system. An incorrectcap can result in a serious malfunc-tion and possible injury.

● Never pour fuel into the throttle bodyto attempt to start your vehicle.

CAUTION● If fuel is spilled on the car body,

flush it away with water to avoidpaint damage.

● Tighten until the cap clicks. Failureto tighten the fuel cap properly maycause the malfunction indica-tor light (MIL) to illuminate. If thisoccurs, securely close the fuel fillercap. After driving for a while, thelight should remain off. If the lightremains on, have the vehicle in-spected by an authorized NISSANdealer.For additional information, see the‘‘Malfunction indicator light (MIL)’’ inthe ‘‘Instruments and controls’’ sec-tion.

Put the fuel filler cap on the cap holder whilerefueling.

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Tilt operationPush the lock lever down and adjust thesteering wheel up or down to the desiredposition. Pull the lock lever up firmly to lockthe steering wheel in place.

WARNINGDo not adjust the steering wheel whiledriving. You could lose control of yourvehicle and cause an accident.

Electric control type (if so equipped)The outside mirror control operates onlywhen the ignition switch is in the ACC or ONposition.

Push the right or left end of the switch toselect the right or left side mirror, then adjustusing the control lever.

WARNINGObjects viewed in the outside mirror onthe passenger side are closer than theyappear. Be careful when moving to theright. Using only this mirror could causean accident. Use the inside mirror orglance over your shoulder to properlyjudge distances to other objects.

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Manual control typeThe outside mirror can be moved in anydirection for a better rear view.

Objects viewed in the outside mirror onthe passenger side are closer than theyappear.

The night position reduces glare from theheadlights of vehicles behind you at night.

WARNINGUse the night position only when nec-essary, because it reduces rear viewclarity.

To access a vanity mirror, pull the sun visordown and lift the mirror cover.

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4 Heater, air conditioner and audio systems

Ventilators ..............................................................4-2Heater and air conditioner......................................4-3Controls ..................................................................4-3Heater operation ....................................................4-4Air conditioner operation (if so equipped)..............4-5Air flow charts.........................................................4-6Audio system........................................................4-10AM-FM radio with cassette player .......................4-10Radio operation....................................................4-10Cassette tape operation.......................................4-13

AM-FM radio with compact disc player................4-15Radio operation....................................................4-15Compact disc (CD) player operation....................4-18AM-FM radio with cassette player andcompact disc player .............................................4-20Radio operation....................................................4-20Cassette tape operation.......................................4-23Compact disc (CD) player operation....................4-25Antenna ................................................................4-26CB radio or car phone..........................................4-27

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Side ventilatorsYou can open or close the side ventilatorsby using the dial located at the side of theventilators. Adjust air flow direction by mov-ing the ventilator slide.

: This symbol indicates a vent is closed.

: This symbol indicates a vent is open.

Center ventilatorsAdjust air flow direction by moving the ven-tilator slide.

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WARNING● The air conditioner cooling function

operates only when the engine isrunning.

● Do not leave children, unreliableadults, or pets alone in your vehicle.On hot, sunny days, temperatures ina closed vehicle could quickly be-come high enough to cause severeor possibly fatal injuries to people oranimals.

● Do not use the recirculation modefor long periods as it may cause theinterior air to become stale and thewindows to fog up.

● Positioning of the heater and air con-ditioner controls should not be donewhile driving, in order that full atten-tion may be given to the drivingoperation.

CONTROLS

Fan control dial

This dial turns the fan on and off, andcontrols fan speed.

Air flow control dial

This dial allows you to select the air flowoutlets.

— Air flows from center and sideventilators.

— Air flows from center and sideventilators and foot outlets.

— Air flows mainly from foot outlets.

— Air flows from defroster outletsand foot outlets.

— Air flows mainly from defrosteroutlets.

The air flow control dial also has intermedi-ate positions which allow the air flow to bedistributed between two of the icon posi-tions on the air flow control dial.

Temperature control dialThis dial allows you to adjust the tempera-ture of the outlet air.

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Air recirculation button(if so equipped)

NOTE:

The air recirculation feature is availableonly on those vehicles equipped with airconditioning.

OFF position (indicator light off):

Outside air is drawn into the passengercompartment and distributed through theselected outlets.

Use the OFF position for normal heater orair conditioner operation.

ON position (indicator light on):

Interior air is recirculated inside the vehicle.

Push the button to the on positionwhen:

● driving on a dusty road.

● to avoid traffic fumes.

● for maximum cooling when using the airconditioner.

Air conditioner button(if so equipped)

Start the engine, move the fan control dial tothe desired (one to four) position, and pushthe air conditioner button to turn on the airconditioner. The indicator light comes onwhen the air conditioner is operating. Toturn off the air conditioner, push the buttonagain.

The air conditioner cooling function op-erates only when the engine is running.

HEATER OPERATION

Heating

This mode is used to direct hot air mainlyfrom the floor outlets. A small amount of airalso flows from the defrost outlets.

1. Push the button (if so equipped) tothe off position for normal heating.

2. Move the air control dial to the po-sition.

3. Move the fan control dial to the desiredposition.

4. Move the temperature control dial to the

desired position between the middle andthe hot position.

Ventilation

This mode directs outside air from the sideand center vents.

1. Push the button (if so equipped) tothe off position.



4. Move the temperature control dial to thedesired position.

Defrosting or defogging

This mode is used to defrost/defog thewindows.


● When the position is selected thefunction automatically cancels.

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3. Move the temperature control dial to thedesired position between the middle andthe hot position.

● If it is difficult to defog the windshieldglass, turn the air conditioner on (if soequipped). This helps dehumidify the air.

Bi-level heating

This mode directs cooler air from the sideand center vents and warmer air from thefloor outlets. When the temperature controldial is moved to the full hot or full coolposition, the air between the vents and thefloor outlets is the same temperature.

1. Push the button (if so equipped) tothe off position.



4. Move the temperature control dial to thethe desired position.

Heating and defogging

This mode heats the interior and defogs thewindshield.





3. Move the temperature control dial to thedesired position between the middle andthe hot position.

Operating tipsClear snow and ice from the wiperblades and air inlet in front of the wind-shield. This improves heater operation.

AIR CONDITIONER OPERATION(if so equipped)Start the engine, move the fan control dial tothe desired (one to four) position, and pushin the air conditioner button to activate the

air conditioner. When the air conditioner ison, cooling and dehumidifying functions areadded to the heater operation.

The air conditioner cooling function op-erates only when the engine is running.

CoolingThis mode is used to cool and dehumidifythe air.

1. Push the button to the off position.



4. Push on the air conditioner button. Theindicator light comes on.



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For quick cooling when the outside tem-perature is high, push the button to theON position. Be sure to return the air recir-culation button to the OFF position for nor-mal cooling.

Dehumidified heatingThis mode is used to heat and dehumidifythe air.

1. Push the button to the off position.





Dehumidified defoggingThis mode is used to defog the windowsand dehumidify the air.







Operating tips

● Keep windows and sunroof closed whilethe air conditioner is in operation.

● After parking in the sun, drive for two orthree minutes with the windows open tovent hot air from the passenger compart-ment. Then, close the windows. Thisallows the air conditioner to cool theinterior more quickly.

● The air conditioning system should beoperated for approximately ten min-utes at least once a month. This helpsprevent damage to the system due tolack of lubrication.

● If the engine coolant temperaturegauge indicates engine coolant tem-

perature over the normal range, turnthe air conditioner off. See ‘‘If yourvehicle overheats’’ in the ‘‘In case ofemergency’’ section of this manual.

AIR FLOW CHARTSThe following charts show the button anddial positions for MAXIMUM AND QUICKheating, cooling or defrosting. The air recir-culation switch should always be in theOFF position for heating and defrosting.


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Servicing air conditionerThe air conditioner system in your NISSANis charged with a refrigerant designed withthe environment in mind.

This refrigerant does not harm theearth’s ozone layer.

Special charging equipment and lubricant isrequired when servicing your NISSAN airconditioner. Using improper refrigerants orlubricants causes severe damage to yourair conditioner system. See ‘‘Air conditionersystem refrigerant and lubricant recommen-dations’’ in the ‘‘Technical and consumerinformation’’ section of this manual.

An authorized NISSAN dealer will be able toservice your environmentally ‘‘friendly’’ airconditioner system.

WARNINGThe air conditioner system containsrefrigerant under high pressure. Toavoid personal injury, any air condi-tioner service should be done only byan experienced technician with properequipment.


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AM-FM RADIO WITH CASSETTEPLAYER

RADIO OPERATION

To turn the radio on, turn the ignition key toACC or ON. If you listen to the radio with theengine not running, turn the key to the ACCposition.

Radio reception is affected by station signalstrength, distance from radio transmitter,buildings, bridges, mountains, and otherexternal influences. Intermittent changes inreception quality normally are caused bythese external influences.

Using a cellular phone in or near thevehicle may influence radio receptionquality.

ONzOFF/VOL control knob

Turn the ignition key to ACC or ON, thenpush the ONzOFF/VOL control knob. Themode (radio or cassette) which was playingimmediately before the system was turnedoff resumes playing. When no cassette isloaded, the radio comes on. Pushing theONzOFF/VOL button again turns the systemoff.

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Turn the ONzOFF/VOL control knob to ad-just the volume.

Clock operation

Pressing the CLOCK button alternates theclock and the radio/cassette tape options inthe display.

Clock set

Depressing the CLOCK and the buttonstogether sets hours. Depressing the CLOCKand buttons together sets minutes.

Clock priority mode

In this mode the clock is shown in thedisplay. If any radio or cassette tape func-tions are activated, the radio (or cassettetape) display illuminates for 10 secondsthen returns to the clock mode.

NOTE:

After clock adjustment, the radio is in theclock priority mode.

Radio/Cassette tape priority modeIn this mode, the radio station illuminates inthe display during radio operation. Duringcassette tape operation, TAPE illuminatesin the display.

Selecting the desired band

Push the button to change from AMto FM reception.

The FM stereo indicator, ST, illuminatesduring FM stereo reception. When the ste-reo broadcast signal is weak, the radio au-tomatically changes from stereo to monauralreception.

TUNE buttons

WARNINGThe radio should not be tuned whiledriving in order that full attention maybe given to the driving operation.

Use the and buttons formanual tuning. To move quickly through thechannels, hold either of the tune buttonsdown for more than 0.5 seconds.

SEEK tuning

Push the tuning button for lessthan 1.5 seconds. SEEK tuning begins fromlow to high frequencies and stops at the nextbroadcasting station. Pushing the buttonagain continues the SEEK function. Once thehighest broadcasting station is reached, the

radio continues in the SEEK mode at thelowest broadcast station.

SCAN tuning

Push the tuning button for morethan 1.5 seconds. SCAN illuminates in thedisplay. SCAN tuning begins from low to highfrequencies and stops at each broadcastingstation for five seconds. Pushing the buttonagain during this five second period stopsSCAN tuning and the radio remains tuned tothat station.


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Station memory operations

Six stations can be set for the AM band. 12stations can be set for the FM band (six forFM1, six for FM2).

1. Push to select AM, FM1, or FM2. The

selected band illuminates in the display.

2. Tune to the desired station.

3. Push the desired station select button formore than 1.5 seconds. For example, inthe illustrations, ch2 is to be memorized.The radio mutes when the select buttonis pushed.

4. When the sound resumes, memorizing iscomplete.

5. Other station select buttons can be set inthe same manner.

If the battery cable is disconnected, or if theradio fuse opens, the radio memory is can-celled. In that case, reset the desired sta-tions.

Adjusting tone quality and speakerbalanceTo adjust BASSzTREBzFADERzBAL (Bass,Treble, Fader, Balance), press the AUDIObutton until the desired mode (BAS, TRE,FAD or BAL) appears in the display.

Press the or button to adjustBass (BAS) and Treble (TRE) to the desiredlevel. Use the or button to ad-just Fader or Balance modes. Fader adjuststhe sound level between the front and rearspeakers and Balance (BAL) adjusts thesound level between the right and leftspeakers.

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After 10 seconds, the radio or cassette tapedisplay reappears. Once the sound qualityis set to the desired level, press the AUDIObutton repeatedly until the radio or cassettetape display appears.

CASSETTE TAPE OPERATION

Turn the ignition key to ACC or ON, andcarefully insert a cassette tape into the tapedoor. The cassette tape automatically pullsinto the player.

The word TAPE and moving digital squaresilluminate on the right side of the displaywindow.

If the radio is already operating it automati-cally turns off and the cassette tape beginsto play.

CAUTIONDo not force the cassette tape into thetape door. This could cause playerdamage.

The cassette tape automatically changesdirections to play the other side when thefirst side is complete. At this time, the mov-ing digital squares illuminate on the left sideof the display window.

Precautions on cassette player op-eration

● To maintain good quality sound, NIS-SAN recommends using cassettetapes of 60 minutes or shorter inlength.

● Cassette tapes should be removedfrom the player when not in use. Storecassettes in their protective casesand away from direct sunlight, heat,dust, moisture and magnetic sources.

● Direct sunlight can cause the cassetteto become deformed. The use of de-formed cassettes may cause the cas-sette to jam in the player.

● Do not use cassettes with labelswhich are peeling and loose. If used,the label could jam in the player.

● If a cassette has loose tape, insert apencil through one of the cassettehubs and rewind the tape firmly aroundthe hubs. Loose tape may cause tapejamming and wavering sound quality.

● Over a period of time, the playbackhead, capstan and pinch roller maycollect a tape coating residue as the

tape is played. This residue accumu-lation can cause weak or waveringsound, and should be removed peri-odically with a head cleaning tape. Ifthe residue is not removed periodi-cally, the player may need to be dis-assembled for cleaning.

Fast forwarding or rewinding thetape

Push either the or button forthe desired direction.

The FF or REW symbol illuminates in thedisplay.

To stop the FF or REW function, press theor again, or the button.

Automatic Program Search (APS)fast forwarding or APS rewindingthe tape

Push either the or buttonwhile the cassette tape is playing. The taperuns quickly, stops, then plays the nextselection from the beginning. Either the FFor REW symbol flashes in the display whilesearching for the selection.


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This system searches for the blank intervalsbetween selections. If there is a blank inter-val within one selection or there is no inter-val between selections, the system may notstop in the desired or expected location.

Changing the direction of tape play

Push the (program) select button.The moving digital squares illuminate oneither the right or left side of the displaywindow to indicate the side of program play.

Playing and stopping the cassettetapePush the button while the cassettetape is playing to stop the tape. Push thebutton again to play the tape.

Dolby NR (noise reduction)Push the button for Dolby NR en-coded tapes to reduce high frequency tapenoise. The symbol illuminates in thedisplay.

If the display is in the clock priority modewhen the button is pressed,

and TAPE illuminate in the displaywindow for about 10 seconds. The clockmode then returns to the display window.

Dolby NR is manufactured under licensefrom Dolby Laboratories Licensing Corpora-tion. DOLBY NR and the double-D symbolare trademarks of Dolby Laboratories Li-censing Corporation.

Metal or chrome tape usageThe cassette player is automatically set tohigh performance play when playing a metalor chrome cassette tape.

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RADIO OPERATION





Turn the ignition key to ACC or ON, then pushthe ONzOFF/VOL control knob. The mode(radio or CD) which was playing immediatelybefore the system was turned off resumesplaying. When no CD is loaded, the radiocomes on. Pushing the ONzOFF/VOL buttonagain turns the system off.AHA1096


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Clock operation

Pressing the clock button alternates theclock and the radio/CD player options in thedisplay.

Clock set

Depressing the clock and buttons to-gether sets hours. Depressing the clock and

buttons together sets minutes.

Clock priority mode

In this mode the clock is shown in thedisplay. If any radio or CD functions areactivated, the radio or CD display illumi-nates for 10 seconds then returns to theclock mode.

NOTE:


FM/AM band select buttonPush the button to change from AMto FM reception.

The FM stereo indicator, ST, illuminates

during FM stereo reception. When the ste-reo broadcast signal is weak, the radioautomatically changes from stereo to mon-aural reception.

TUNE buttons

WARNING

The radio should not be tuned whiledriving in order that full attention maybe given to the driving operation.

Use the and buttons for manualtuning. To move quickly through the chan-nels, hold either of the tune buttons downfor more than 0.5 seconds.

SEEK/SCAN buttonsSEEK tuning

Push the SEEK/SCAN tuning button orfor less than 1.5 seconds. SEEK tuning

begins from high to low frequencies or lowto high frequencies, depending on whichbutton is pressed, and stops at the nextbroadcasting station. Once the highestbroadcasting station is reached, the radiocontinues in the SEEK mode at the lowestbroadcasting station. If using the

button, once the lowest broadcasting

station is reached, the radio continues in theSEEK mode at the highest broadcastingstation.

SCAN tuning

Push the SEEK/SCAN tuning button orfor more than 1.5 seconds. SCAN illu-

minates in the display. SCAN tuning beginsfrom high to low frequencies or low to highfrequencies, depending on which button ispressed. SCAN tuning stops at each broad-casting station for five seconds. Pushing thebutton again during this five second periodstops SCAN tuning and the radio remainstuned to that station.


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Station memory operationsSix stations can be set for the AM band. 12stations can be set for the FM band (six forFM1, six for FM2).

1. Push to select AM, FM1, or FM2.The selected band illuminates in the dis-play.



4. The indicator, ch2, then illuminates in thedisplay and the sound resumes. Memo-rizing is now complete.


If the battery cable is disconnected, or if theradio fuse opens, the radio memory is can-celled. In that case, reset the desired stations.

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Adjusting tone quality and speakerbalance

To adjust BASS/TREB or FAD/BAL(Bass/Treble or Fader/Balance), press theAUDIO button until the desired mode (BAS,TRE, FAD, or BAL) appears in the display.Press the or button to adjust Bass(BAS) and Treble (TRE) to the desired level.Use the or button also to adjustFader (FAD) or Balance (BAL) modes.Fader (FAD) adjusts the sound level be-tween the front and rear speakers and Bal-ance (BAL) adjusts the sound between theright and left speakers.

COMPACT DISC (CD) PLAYEROPERATIONTurn the ignition key to the ACC or ONposition, and carefully insert the compactdisc into the slot with the label side up. Thecompact disc is automatically pulled into theslot and starts to play.

If the radio is already operating, it automati-cally turns off and the compact disc beginsto play.

CAUTION

Do not force the compact disc into theslot. This could damage the player.

PLAY/STOP button

When this button is pushed with the compactdisc loaded and the radio playing, the radioturns off and the compact disc starts to play.

When this button is pushed while the com-pact disc is playing, the compact disc stopsplaying.

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Fast forward or rewind buttons

When the or button is pushedwhile the compact disc is playing, the com-pact disc plays at an increased speed whilefast forwarding or rewinding. When the but-ton is released, the compact disc returns tonormal play speed.

Program search buttons

When the button is pushed while thecompact disc is playing, the selection fol-lowing the present one starts to play fromthe beginning. Push the button sev-eral times to skip several selections. Eachtime the button is pushed, the CD advancesone selection. (When the last selection onthe compact disc is skipped, the first selec-tion is played.)

When the button is pushed, the selec-tion being played returns to the beginning.Push the button several times toskip back several selections. Each time thebutton is pushed, the CD moves back oneselection.

Repeat/Random button

When the button is pushed while thecompact disc is playing, the play patternchanges as follows.

ALL : All selections are played repeatedly insequence.

1: The current selection is repeated.

RANDOM: Selections are played at ran-dom, not following the sequence on thecompact disc. The same program may berepeated twice.

Blank (no symbol): All selections are playedin sequence, and the compact disc stopswhen the last selection is finished.

When a new compact disc is inserted,the play pattern automatically changesto ALL.

CD EJECT button

When the button is pushed with acompact disc loaded, the compact discejects.

When the button is pushed while thecompact disc is playing, the compact discejects and the system turns off.

If the compact disc ejects and is notremoved within 10 seconds, it is pulledback into the slot.

CD (DISC) indicator light

This light comes on when a compact disc isloaded into the player.

CAUTION

● During cold weather or rainy days,the player may malfunction due tothe humidity. If this occurs, removethe CD and dehumidify or ventilatethe player completely.

● The player may skip while driving onrough roads.

● The CD player sometimes cannotfunction when the compartment tem-perature is extremely high. Decreasethe temperature before use.

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AM-FM RADIO WITH CASSETTEPLAYER AND COMPACT DISCPLAYER

RADIO OPERATION




This radio has an FM Diversity receptionsystem, which employs two antennas. Oneis a rod type antenna; the other is anantenna printed on the rear window. Thissystem automatically switches to the an-tenna which is receiving the strongest radiosignal.

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Turn the ignition key to ACC or ON, thenpush the ONzOFF/VOL control knob button.The mode (radio, tape or CD) which wasplaying immediately before the system wasturned off resumes playing. When no CD ortape is loaded, the radio comes on. Pushingthe ONzOFF/VOL control knob button againturns the system off.


Clock operationPressing the clock button alternates theclock and the radio/cassette/CD player op-tions in the display.

Clock setDepressing the clock and buttons to-gether sets hours. Depressing the clock and

buttons together sets minutes.

Clock priority modeIn this mode, the clock is shown in thedisplay. If any radio, cassette or CD func-tions are activated, the radio, cassette orCD display illuminates for 10 seconds thenreturns to the clock mode.

NOTE:


FM-AM band select button

Pushing the button changes the band.

The FM stereo indicator, ST, illuminatesduring FM stereo reception. When the ste-reo broadcast signal is weak, the radioautomatically changes from stereo to mon-aural reception.

TUNE/DISC buttons

WARNINGThe radio should not be tuned whiledriving in order that full attention maybe given to the driving operation.

Use the and buttons for manualtuning. To move quickly through the chan-nels, hold either of the tuning buttons down.

SEEK/SCAN buttonsSEEK tuning

Push the SEEK/SCAN tuning button orfor less than 0.5 seconds. SEEK tuning

begins from low to high frequencies or high

to low frequencies, depending on whichbutton is pressed, and stops at the nextbroadcasting station. Once the highestbroadcasting station is reached, the radiocontinues in the SEEK mode at the lowestbroadcasting station. If using the

button, once the lowest broadcastingstation is reached, the radio continues in theSEEK mode at the highest broadcastingstation.

SCAN tuning

Push the SEEK/SCAN tuning button orfor more than 0.5 seconds. SCAN illu-

minates in the display, and the radio stationblinks. SCAN tuning begins from low to highfrequencies or high to low frequencies, de-pending on which button is pressed. SCANtuning stops at each broadcasting stationfor five seconds. Pushing the button againduring this five second period stops SCANtuning and the radio remains tuned to thatstation.


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Station memory operations

Six stations can be set for the AM band. 12stations can be set for the FM band (six forFM1, six for FM2).

1. Push to select AM, FM1, or FM2. The

selected band illuminates in the display.



4. The indicator, ch2, then illuminates in thedisplay and the sound resumes. Memo-rizing is now complete.


If the battery cable is disconnected, or if theradio fuse opens, the radio memory is can-celled. In that case, reset the desired stations.

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Adjusting tone quality and speakerbalance

To adjust the audio levels for bass, treble,balance, and fader, push the audio buttonand adjust the level with the TUNE/DISCbuttons. Press the audio button once forBAS (bass), twice for TRE (treble), threetimes for FAD (fader), and four times forBAL (balance). Once the audio level is setthe display will return back to radio, cassetteor CD display mode after 7 seconds or theaudio button can be pressed again within 7seconds to set the next audio level. Press-ing the audio button a fifth time will returnthe display back to radio, cassette or CDdisplay mode.

Fader adjusts the sound level between thefront and rear speakers, balance adjusts thesound level between the right and leftspeakers.

CASSETTE TAPE OPERATIONTurn the ignition key to the ACC or ONposition, and carefully insert a cassette tapeinto the tape door. The cassette tape auto-matically pulls into the player. The wordTAPE illuminates in the display.AHA1088


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CAUTION

Do not force the cassette tape into thetape door. This could cause playerdamage.

Precautions on cassette player op-eration

● To maintain good quality sound,NISSAN recommends using cassettetapes of 60 minutes or shorter inlength.

● Cassette tapes should be removedfrom the player when not in use. Storecassettes in their protective casesand away from direct sunlight, heat,dust, moisture or magnetic sources.

● Direct sunlight can cause the cassetteto become deformed. The use of de-formed cassettes may cause the cas-sette to jam in the player.

● Do not use cassettes that have peel-ing or loose labels. If used, the labelcould jam in the player.

● If a cassette has loose tape, insert apencil through one of the cassette

hubs and rewind the tape firmly.Loose tape may cause jamming andwavering sound quality.

● Over a period of time, the playbackhead, capstan and pinch roller maycollect a tape coating residue as thetape is played. This residue accumu-lation can cause a weak or waveringsound and should be removed peri-odically with a head cleaning tape. Ifthe residue is not removed periodi-cally, the player may need to be dis-assembled for cleaning.

PLAY/STOP TAPE button

When the button is pushed with thesystem turned off and a tape loaded, thesystem comes on and the tape plays.The word TAPE illuminates in the display.

When the button is pushed with eitherthe radio or compact disc turned on and atape loaded, the compact disc or the radioturns off and the tape plays.

FF (fast forward) and REW (rewind)buttons

Push the button to fast forward thetape. Push the button to rewind thetape. Either REW or FF illuminates in thedisplay. To stop the FF or REW function,press the , , or buttons.

Automatic Program Search (APS)FF and REW buttons

When the button is pushed while thetape is being played, the tape runs quickly,stops, then plays the next selection from thebeginning. Push the button severaltimes to skip several selections. Each timethe button is pushed, the tape fast forwardsone additional selection. This number ap-pears in the display window. The tape canbe fast forwarded through up to nine selec-tions. (for example: 7 in the display indi-cates that the button has been pushedseven times to skip forward through sevenselections).

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times to rewind several selections. Eachtime the button is pushed, the tape re-winds back one additional selection. Thenumber of selections skipped appears in thedisplay window as a negative number (forexample: -7 in the display indicates that the

button has been pushed seven timesto rewind back through seven selections).

Either the FF or REW blinks in the displaywhen the or button is pushed.

The system searches for the blank intervalsbetween selections. If there is a blank inter-val within one selection or there is no inter-val between selections, the system may notstop in the desired or expected location.

PROG (Program) buttonPush the button to change the tapeside while the tape is being played.The cassette tape automatically changesdirections to play the other side when thefirst side is complete.

Dolby NR (noise reduction)Push the button for Dolby NR encodedtapes to reduce high frequency tape noise.The indicator illuminates in the dis-play.

Dolby NR is manufactured under licensefrom Dolby Laboratories Licensing Corpora-tion. DOLBY NR and the double-D symbolare trademarks of Dolby Laboratories Li-censing Corporation.

Metal or chrome usageThe cassette player is automatically set tohigh performance play when playing a metalor chrome cassette tape.

TAPE EJECT buttonPush the button to eject the cassettetape.

COMPACT DISC (CD) PLAYEROPERATIONTurn the ignition key to the ACC or ONposition and carefully insert the compactdisc into the slot with the label side up. Thecompact disc is automatically pulled into theslot and starts to play.

If the radio or cassette tape is alreadyoperating, it automatically turns off and thecompact disc begins to play.

CAUTION

Do not force the compact disc into theslot. This could damage the player.

CD button

When the button is pushed with thecompact disc loaded and the tape or theradio playing, the tape or radio turns off andcompact disc starts to play.

FF (fast forward) REW (rewind)buttons

When the or button is pushedwhile the compact disc is playing, the com-pact disc plays at an increased speed whilefast forwarding or rewinding. When the but-ton is released, the compact disc returns tonormal play speed.

Automatic Program Search (APS)APS FF, APS REW buttons

When the button is pushed while thecompact disc is playing, the selection fol-lowing the present one starts to play fromthe beginning. Push the button several


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times to skip several selections. Each timethe button is pushed, the CD advances oneadditional selection. The number appears inthe display window. (When the last selec-tion on the compact disc is skipped, the firstselection is played.)

When the button is pushed, the selec-tion being played returns to the beginning.Push the button several times to skipback several selections. Each time the but-ton is pushed, the CD moves back oneselection.

PROG (program) buttonWhen the button is pushed while thecompact disc is playing, the play patternchanges as follows.

1. The current selection is repeated.

RANDOM: Selections are played at ran-dom, not following the sequence on thecompact disc. The same program may berepeated twice.

Blank (no symbol): All selections are playedrepeatedly in sequence.

When a new compact disc is inserted,the play pattern automatically changesto Blank.

CD EJECT buttonWhen the button is pushed with a com-pact disc loaded, the compact disc ejects.

When the button is pushed while thecompact disc is playing, the compact discejects and the system turns off.

If the compact disc ejects and is notremoved within 10 seconds, it is pulledback into the slot.

CD IN (DISC) indicator lightCD IN appears in the display when a com-pact disc is loaded into the player.

CAUTION● During cold weather or rainy days,

the player may malfunction due tothe humidity. If this occurs, removethe CD and dehumidify or ventilatethe player completely.

● The player may skip while driving onrough roads.

● The CD player sometimes cannotfunction when the compartment tem-perature is extremely high. Decreasethe temperature before use.

● Do not expose the CD to direct sun-light.

ANTENNA

Manual antennaThe manual antenna cannot be shortened,but can be removed. When you need toremove the antenna, turn the antenna rodclockwise.

To install the antenna rod, turn the antennaclockwise. Tighten the antenna rod to speci-fication using a suitable tool such as aopen-end wrench. The antenna rod tighten-ing specification is 3.4 - 3.6 Nzm (30 - 32in-lb). Do not use pliers to tighten the an-tenna as they can leave marks on theantenna surface. The antenna rod can notbe hand tightened to the proper specifica-tion.


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CAUTIONAlways properly tighten the antennarod during installation or the antennarod may break during vehicle opera-tion.

Microphone installed modelIf equipped with a genuine NISSAN cellularphone, your NISSAN features a non-directional microphone in the steering col-umn cover, so it is not necessary to look ator speak directly into the microphone whencalling.

To do so could detract from the drivingoperation and cause an accident.

See the manual for car phone operation.

Pre-wired and antenna for phoneinstalled modelSome models are pre-wired to accept thegenuine NISSAN cellular phone.

In addition, the same model has the phoneantenna built into the rear glass window.

When installing a CB ham radio or a carphone in your NISSAN, be sure to observethe following cautions, otherwise the newequipment may adversely affect the Multi-port Fuel Injection (MFI) system and otherelectronic parts.

CAUTION● Keep the antenna as far away as

possible from the Engine ControlModule (ECM).

● Also keep the antenna wire more than8 inches (20 cm) away from the en-gine control harness. Do not routethe antenna wire next to any harness.

● Adjust the antenna standing-waveratio as recommended by the manu-facturer.

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● Connect the ground wire from theCB radio chassis to the body.

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5 Starting and driving

Precautions when starting and driving...................5-2Exhaust gas (carbon monoxide) ............................5-2Three way catalyst .................................................5-2Avoiding collision and rollover................................5-3Drinking alcohol/drugs and driving.........................5-3Ignition switch.........................................................5-4Manual transmission ..............................................5-4Automatic transmission ..........................................5-4Before starting the engine......................................5-5Driving with automatic transmission(if so equipped) ......................................................5-6Overdrive switch (Type B)......................................5-9

Driving with manual transmission ..........................5-9Starting the engine...............................................5-11Parking brake operation.......................................5-12Cruise control (if so equipped).............................5-13Break-in schedule ................................................5-15Increasing fuel economy ......................................5-15Parking/parking on hills ........................................5-16Power steering system.........................................5-17Brake system........................................................5-17Anti-lock brake system (ABS) (if so equipped)....5-18Cold weather driving ............................................5-19

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WARNING● Do not leave children, unreliable

adults, or pets alone in your vehicle.They could accidentally injure them-selves or others through inadvertentoperation of the vehicle. Also, on hot,sunny days, temperatures in a closedvehicle could quickly become highenough to cause severe or possiblyfatal injuries to people or animals.

● Closely supervise children when theyare around cars to prevent them fromplaying and becoming locked in thetrunk where they could be seriouslyinjured. Keep the car locked, with thetrunk closed, when not in use, andprevent children’s access to car keys.

EXHAUST GAS (carbon monoxide)WARNING

Do not breathe exhaust gases; theycontain colorless and odorless carbonmonoxide. Carbon monoxide is dan-gerous.It can cause unconsciousnessor death.

● If you suspect that exhaust fumes are

entering the vehicle, drive with allwindows fully open, and have thevehicle inspected immediately.

● Do not run the engine in a closedspace such as a garage.

● Do not park the vehicle with the en-gine running for any extended lengthof time.

● Keep the trunk lid closed while driv-ing, otherwise exhaust gases couldbe drawn into the passenger com-partment. If you must drive in thismanner for some reason, take thefollowing steps:1. Open all the windows.2. Set the air recirculation button (if

so equipped) off and the fan con-trol dial to four (high) to circulatethe air.

3. Be sure the rear seats are securedand latched in the upright position.

● If electrical wiring or other cable con-nections must pass to a trailerthrough the seal on the trunk lid orthe body, follow the manufacturer’srecommendation to prevent carbonmonoxide entry into the vehicle.

● The exhaust system and body shouldbe inspected by a qualified mechanicwhenever:a. The vehicle is raised for service.b. You suspect that exhaust fumes

are entering into the passengercompartment.

c. You notice a change in the soundof the exhaust system.

d. You have had an accident involv-ing damage to the exhaust system,underbody, or rear of the vehicle.

THREE WAY CATALYSTThe three way catalyst is an emission con-trol device installed in the exhaust system.Exhaust gases in the three way catalyst areburned at high temperatures to help reducepollutants.

WARNING● The exhaust gas and the exhaust sys-

tem are very hot. Keep people or flam-mable materials away from the ex-haust pipe.

● Do not stop or park the vehicle overflammable materials such as dry

PRECAUTIONS WHENSTARTING AND DRIVING

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grass, waste paper or rags. Theymay ignite and cause a fire.

CAUTION● Do not use leaded gasoline. Deposits

from leaded gasoline seriously re-duce the three way catalyst’s abilityto help reduce exhaust pollutants.

● Keep your engine tuned up. Malfunc-tions in the ignition, fuel injection, orelectrical systems can cause overrichfuel flow into the converter, causing itto overheat. Do not keep driving if theengine misfires, or if noticeable lossof performance or other unusual op-erating conditions are detected. Havethe vehicle inspected promptly by anauthorized NISSAN dealer.

● Avoid driving with an extremely lowfuel level. Running out of fuel couldcause the engine to misfire, damag-ing the three way catalyst.

● Do not race the engine while warmingit up.

● Do not push or tow your vehicle tostart the engine.

WARNINGFailure to operate this vehicle in a safeand prudent manner may result in lossof control or an accident.

Be alert and drive defensively at all times.Obey all traffic regulations. Avoid excessivespeed, high speed cornering, or suddensteering maneuvers, because these drivingpractices could cause you to lose control ofyour vehicle. As with any vehicle, loss ofcontrol could result in a collision withother vehicles or objects, or cause thevehicle to rollover, particularly if the lossof control causes the vehicle to slidesideways. Be attentive at all times, andavoid driving when tired. Never drive whenunder the influence of alcohol or drugs(including prescription or over-the-counterdrugs which may cause drowsiness). Al-ways wear your seat belt as outlined in the‘‘Seat belts’’ section of this manual, and alsoinstruct your passengers to do so.

WARNINGNever drive under the influence of alco-hol or drugs. Alcohol in the bloodstream reduces coordination, delaysreaction time and impairs judgment.Driving after drinking alcohol increasesthe likelihood of being involved in anaccident injuring yourself and others.Additionally, if you are injured in theaccident, alcohol can increase the se-verity of injury.

NISSAN is committed to safe driving. How-ever, you must choose not to drive underthe influence of alcohol. Every year thou-sands of people are injured or killed inalcohol related accidents. Although the locallaws vary on what is considered to belegally intoxicated, the fact is that alcoholaffects all people differently and mostpeople underestimate the effects of alcohol.

Remember, drinking and driving don’t mix!

And that is true for drugs, too (over thecounter, prescription, and illegal drugs). Donot drive if your ability to operate yourvehicle is impaired by alcohol, drugs, orsome other physical condition.

AVOIDING COLLISION ANDROLLOVER

DRINKING ALCOHOL/DRUGSAND DRIVING

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MANUAL TRANSMISSIONThe ignition switch includes an anti-theftsteering lock device.

The key can be removed only when theignition switch is in the LOCK position.

On manual transmission models, to turnthe ignition key to LOCK from ACC or ON,turn the key to OFF and press in the keyrelease button, then turn the key to LOCK.

To lock the steering wheel, remove thekey. In order for the steering wheel to belocked, it must be turned about 1/8 of aturn clockwise from the straight up posi-

tion. To unlock the steering wheel, insertthe key and turn it gently while rotatingthe steering wheel slightly right and left.

WARNINGNever remove the key while driving. Ifthe key is removed, the steering wheelwill lock. This may cause the driver tolose control of the vehicle and couldresult in serious vehicle damage orpersonal injury.

AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSIONOn automatic transmission models the igni-tion lock is designed so the key cannot beturned to LOCK and removed until the shiftselector lever is moved to the P (Park)position.

When removing the key from the ignition,make sure the shift selector lever is in the P(Park) position.

When the key cannot be turned to the LOCKposition, proceed as follows to remove thekey.

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1) Move the shift selector lever into the P(Park) position.

2) Turn the ignition key slightly toward theON position.

3) Turn the key to the LOCK position.

4) Remove the key.

If the key is removed from the ignition switch,the shift selector lever cannot be moved fromP (Park). The shift selector lever can bemoved if the ignition switch is in the ACCposition. This allows the vehicle to bemoved if the battery is discharged.

The shift selector lever can also bemoved if the ignition switch is in the ONposition and the foot brake pedal is de-pressed.

There is an OFF position between theLOCK and ACC positions. The OFF positionis indicated by a ‘‘1’’ on the key cylinder.When the ignition is in OFF, the steeringwheel is not locked.

To lock the steering wheel, remove thekey. In order for the steering wheel to belocked, it must be turned about 1/8 of aturn clockwise from the straight up posi-tion. To unlock the steering wheel, insertthe key and turn it gently while rotating

the steering wheel slightly right and left.

WARNINGNever remove the key while driving. Ifthe key is removed, the steering wheelwill lock. This may cause the driver tolose control of the vehicle and couldresult in serious vehicle damage orpersonal injury.

Key positionsLOCK: Normal parking position (0)

OFF: (Manual transmission model) (1)

The engine can be turned off without lockingthe steering wheel.

ACC: (Accessories) (2)

This position activates electrical accesso-ries such as the radio when the engine isnot running.

ON: Normal operating position (3)

This position turns on the ignition systemand the electrical accessories.

START: (4)

This position activates the starter motor,which starts the engine.

● Make sure the area around the vehicle isclear.

● Maintenance items listed here should bechecked periodically, for example, eachtime you check engine oil.

● Check that all windows and lights areclean.

● Visually inspect tires for their appearanceand condition. Also check tires for properinflation.

● Lock all doors.

● Position seat and adjust head restraints.

● Adjust inside and outside mirrors.

● Fasten seat belts and ask all passengersto do likewise.

● Check the operation of warning lightswhen key is turned to the ON (3) position.See ‘‘Warning/indicator lights and chimes’’in the ‘‘Instrument and controls’’ section.

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WARNING

● Do not depress the accelerator pedalwhile shifting from P (Park) or N(Neutral) to R (Reverse), D (Drive), 2or 1. Always depress the brake pedaluntil shifting is completed. Failure todo so could cause you to lose con-trol and have an accident.

● Cold engine idle speed is high, souse caution when shifting into a for-ward or reverse gear before the en-gine has warmed up.

● Never shift to P (Park) or R (Reverse)while the vehicle is moving. Thiscould cause an accident.

CAUTION

● When stopping the vehicle on anuphill grade, do not hold the vehicleby depressing the accelerator pedal.The foot brake should be used forthis purpose.

● On slippery roads, do not downshift.This may cause a loss of control.

The automatic transmission in your vehicleis electronically controlled by a transmissioncontrol module to produce maximum powerand smooth operation.

The recommended operating procedures forthis transmission are shown on the followingpages. Follow these procedures for maximumvehicle performance and driving enjoyment.

Starting the vehicle● After starting the engine, fully depress

the foot brake pedal before shifting theshift selector lever to the D (Drive), R(Reverse), 2 or 1 position. Be sure thevehicle is at a complete stop beforeattempting to shift the shift selector lever.

● Keep the foot brake pedal depressedand shift into a driving gear.

● Release the foot brake, then graduallystart the vehicle in motion.

The automatic transmission is designed sothe foot brake pedal MUST be depressedbefore shifting from P (Park) to any driveposition while the ignition switch is ON.The selector lever cannot be moved outof P (Park) and into any of the other gearpositions if the ignition key is turned toLOCK or if the key is removed.

The shift selector lever can be moved ifthe ignition switch is in the ACC posi-tion. This allows the vehicle to be movedif the battery is discharged.

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Shifting with automatic transmissionPush the button to shift into P (Park), R (Re-verse) or from D (Drive) to 2. All other positionscan be selected without pushing the button.

P (Park):Use this selector position when the vehicle isparked or when starting the engine. Alwaysbe sure the vehicle is at a complete stop. Formaximum safety, depress the brake pedal,then push in the shift lever button and movethe lever to the P (Park) position. Apply theparking brake. When parking on a hill, applythe parking brake first, then shift the leverinto the P (Park) position.

Shifting from P (Park)If the ignition switch is in the ON positionand the foot brake pedal is depressed, butthe shift selector lever still cannot be movedout of P (Park), follow these instructions.1. Turn the ignition key to the LOCK posi-

tion.2. Apply the parking brake.3. Reinsert the key and turn it to the ACC

position.4. Depress the foot brake pedal and move

the shift selector lever to N (Neutral).5. Start the engine.

These instructions for starting the vehicle inN (Neutral) should only be used until servicecan be obtained at an authorized NISSANdealership.

R (Reverse):

Use this position to back up. Always be surethe vehicle is at a complete stop beforeshifting into the R (Reverse) position. Formaximum safety, check to ensure the areabehind the vehicle is clear. With the brakepedal depressed, push in the shift selectorlever button and move the shift selectorlever to the R (Reverse) position.

N (Neutral):

Neither forward nor reverse gear is engaged.The engine can be started in this position.You may shift to N (Neutral) and restart astalled engine while the vehicle is moving.

D (Drive):

Use this position for all normal forwarddriving.

2 (Second gear):

Use this position for hill climbing or enginebraking on downhill grades.

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Do not shift into the 2 position at speedsabove 68 MPH (110 km/h). Do not exceed68 MPH (110 km/h) in the 2 position.

1 (Low gear):Use this position when climbing steep hillsslowly or slow driving through deep snow,sand or mud, or for maximum engine brak-ing on steep downhill grades.

Do not shift into the 1 position at speedsabove 34 MPH (55 km/h). Do not exceed 34MPH (55 km/h) in the 1 position.

Accelerator downshiftin D positionFor rapid passing or hill climbing while driv-ing, fully depress the accelerator pedal tothe floor. This shifts the transmission downinto third gear, second gear or first gear,depending on vehicle speed.

OVERDRIVE SWITCH (Type A)

ON: For normal driving, push the OVER-DRIVE switch ON with the shift leverin the D position. The transmissionupshifts into OVERDRIVE as vehiclespeed increases.

OVERDRIVE does not engage until theengine has reached operating tempera-ture.

OFF: For driving up and down long slopeswhere engine braking is necessary,push the OVERDRIVE switch OFF.When cruising at a low speed or

climbing a gentle slope, you may feeluncomfortable shift shocks as thetransmission shifts between thirdgear and overdrive repeatedly. Inthis case, set the OVERDRIVEswitch to the OFF position. The O/DOFF indicator light in the instrumentpanel comes on at this time.

When driving conditions change, reset theOVERDRIVE switch to the ON position.

Remember not to drive at high speeds forextended periods of time with the OVER-DRIVE switch in the OFF position. Thisreduces fuel economy.

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OVERDRIVE SWITCH (Type B)

ON: With the engine running and theselector lever in the D (Drive) posi-tion, the transmission upshifts intoOVERDRIVE as vehicle speed in-creases.

OVERDRIVE does not engage until theengine has reached operating tempera-ture.

OFF: For driving up and down long slopeswhere engine braking is necessarypush the OVERDRIVE switch once.The O/D OFF indicator light in the

instrument panel comes on at thistime.

When cruising at a low speed orclimbing a gentle slope, you may feeluncomfortable shift shocks as thetransmission shifts between third gearand overdrive repeatedly. In this case,depress the OVERDRIVE switch toturn the OVERDRIVE off. The O/DOFF indicator light in the instrumentpanel comes on at this time.

When driving conditions change, depressthe overdrive switch to turn the OVER-DRIVE on.

Remember not to drive at high speeds forextended periods of time with the OVER-DRIVE off. This reduces fuel economy.

WARNING● Do not downshift abruptly on slip-

pery roads. This may cause a loss ofcontrol.

● Do not over-rev the engine whenshifting to a lower gear. This maycause a loss of control or enginedamage.

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CAUTION● Do not rest your foot on the clutch

pedal while driving. This may causeclutch damage.

● Stop your vehicle completely beforeshifting into R (Reverse).

● When the vehicle is stopped for aduration, for example at a stop light,shift to N (Neutral) and release theclutch pedal with the foot brake ap-plied.

Shifting with manual transmissionTo change gears, or when upshifting ordownshifting, depress the clutch pedal fully,shift into the appropriate gear, then releasethe clutch slowly and smoothly.

You cannot shift directly from fifth gear intoR (Reverse). First shift into N (Neutral), theninto R (Reverse).

If it is difficult to move the shift lever into R(Reverse) or 1st, shift into N (Neutral), thenrelease and depress the clutch pedal againand shift into R (Reverse) or 1st.

Suggested shift-up speedsThe following are suggested vehicle speedsfor shifting into a higher gear. These sug-gestions relate to fuel economy and vehicleperformance. Actual shift-up speeds willvary according to road conditions, theweather and individual driving habits.For quick acceleration in low altitude areas(less than 4,000 ft [1,219 m]) and normalacceleration in high altitude areas (over4,000 ft [1,219 m]):

GEAR CHANGE MPH (km/h)1st to 2nd 15 (24)2nd to 3rd 25 (40)3rd to 4th 40 (64)4th to 5th 45 (72)

For quick acceleration in high altitude areas(over 4,000 ft [1,219 m]):

For GA16DE engine models:

Gear change MPH (km/h)

1st to 2nd 15 (25)

2nd to 3rd 35 (55)

3rd to 4th 45 (75)

4th to 5th 50 (80)

For SR20DE engine models:

1st to 2nd 15 (25)

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Suggested maximum speed in eachgearDownshift to a lower gear if the engine is notrunning smoothly, or if you need to acceler-ate.

Do not exceed the maximum suggestedspeed (shown below) in any gear. For levelroad driving, use the highest gear sug-gested for that speed. Always observeposted speed limits, and drive according tothe road conditions, which will ensure safeoperation. Do not over-rev the engine whenshifting to a lower gear as it may causeengine damage or loss of vehicle control.

GA16DE engine models:

GEAR MPH (km/h)

1st 30 (50)

2nd 55 (90)

3rd 85 (135)

4th & 5th —

SR20DE engine models:

GEAR MPH (km/h)

1st 35 (55)

2nd 60 (95)

3rd 85 (135)

4th & 5th —

1. Apply the parking brake.

2. Automatic transmission:

Move the shift selector lever to P (Park)or N (Neutral). (P is recommended.)

The shift selector lever cannot bemoved out of P (Park) and into any ofthe other gear positions if the ignitionkey is turned to OFF or if the key isremoved.

The starter is designed not to operateif the shift selector lever is in one ofthe driving positions.

Manual transmission:

Move the selector lever to N (Neutral),and depress the clutch pedal to the floor.

The starter is designed to operateonly when the clutch pedal is fullydepressed.

3. Crank the engine with your foot off theaccelerator pedal by turning the ignitionkey to START. Release the key when theengine starts. If the engine starts, butfails to run, repeat the above procedure.

— If the engine is very hard to start inextremely cold or hot weather, de-

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press and hold the accelerator pedalto help start the engine.

— In the summer, when restarting theengine within 30 minutes after it hasbeen stopped, keep the acceleratorpedal fully depressed while starting.

CAUTIONDo not operate the starter for more than15 seconds at a time. If the engine doesnot start, turn the key off and wait 10seconds before cranking again, other-wise the starter could be damaged.

4. Warm-up

Allow the engine to idle for at least 30seconds after starting. Drive at moderatespeed for a short distance first, especiallyin cold weather.

WARNING● Be sure the parking brake is fully

released before driving. Failure to doso can cause brake failure and leadto an accident.

● Do not release the parking brakefrom outside the vehicle.

● Do not use the gearshift in place ofthe parking brake. When parking, besure the parking brake is fully en-gaged.

● Do not leave children unattended in avehicle. They could release the park-ing brake and cause an accident. To engage: pull the lever up.

To release:

1. Firmly apply the foot brake.

2. Manual transmission models:Place the shift lever in the N (Neutral)position.Automatic transmission models:Move the shift selector lever to the P(Park) position.

3. While pulling up on the lever slightly,push the button and lower completely.

4. Before driving, be sure the brake warninglight goes out.

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Precautions

● If the cruise control system malfunctions,it cancels automatically. The cruise lightin the instrument panel then blinks towarn the driver.

● If the cruise light in the instrument panelblinks, turn the cruise control main switchoff and have the system checked by yourNISSAN dealer.

● The cruise indicator light in the instru-ment panel may blink when the cruisecontrol main switch is turned ON whilepushing the RES/ACCEL, COAST/SET,

or CANCEL switch (located on the steer-ing wheel). To properly set the cruisecontrol system, perform the followingsteps in the order indicated.

WARNINGDo not use the cruise control whendriving under the following conditions:

● When it is not possible to keep thevehicle at a set speed.

● in heavy traffic or in traffic that var-ies in speed.

● on winding or hilly roads.

● on slippery roads (rain, snow, ice,etc.).

● in very windy areas.

Doing so could cause a loss of vehiclecontrol and result in an accident.

CAUTIONOn manual transmission models, donot shift into neutral without depress-ing the clutch pedal when the cruisecontrol is on. Should this occur, de-press the clutch pedal and turn themain switch off immediately. Failure todo so may cause engine damage.

The cruise control allows driving at a speedbetween 30 to 90 MPH (48 to 144 km/h)without keeping your foot on the acceleratorpedal.

To turn on the cruise control, push themain switch. The indicator light on theswitch comes on.

To set cruising speed, accelerate yourvehicle to the desired speed, push the

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COAST/SET switch and release it. TheCRUISE light in the instrument panel comeson. Take your foot off the accelerator pedal.Your vehicle maintains the set speed.

● To pass another vehicle, depress theaccelerator pedal. When you release thepedal, the vehicle returns to the previ-ously set speed.

● The vehicle may not maintain the setspeed when going up or down steephills. If this happens, drive without thecruise control.

To cancel the preset speed, use one ofthe following three methods.

a) Push the CANCEL button; the CRUISElight in the instrument panel goes out.

b) Tap the brake pedal; the CRUISE light inthe instrument panel goes out.

c) Turn the main switch off. Both the ONindicator on the main switch and CRUISElight in the instrument panel go out.

The cruise control is automatically can-celled and the CRUISE light in the instru-ment panel goes out if:

● you depress the brake pedal while push-

ing the RES/ACCEL set switch.

● the vehicle slows down more than 8 MPH(13 km/h) below the set speed.

● you depress the clutch pedal (manualtransmission), or move the shift selectorlever to N (Neutral) (automatic transmis-sion).

To reset at a faster cruising speed, useone of the following three methods.

a) Depress the accelerator pedal. When thevehicle attains the desired speed, pushand release the COAST/SET switch.

b) Push and hold the RES/ACCEL setswitch. When the vehicle attains thespeed you desire, release the switch.

c) Push and release the RES/ACCEL setswitch. Each time you do this, the setspeed increases by about 1 MPH (1.6km/h).

To reset at a slower cruising speed, useone of the following three methods.

a) Lightly tap the brake pedal. When thevehicle attains the desired speed, pushthe COAST/SET switch and release it.

b) Push and hold the COAST/SET switch.

Release the switch when the vehicleslows down to the desired speed.

c) Push and release the COAST/SETswitch. Each time you do this, the setspeed decreases by about 1 MPH (1.6km/h).

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During the first 1,000 miles (1,600 km),follow these recommendations for the futurereliability and economy of your new vehicle.Failure to follow these recommendationsmay result in vehicle damage or shortenedengine life.

● Do not drive over 55 MPH (90 km/h) anddo not run the engine over 4,000 rpm.Avoid driving for long periods at constantspeed, either fast or slow.

● Do not accelerate at full throttle in anygear.

● Avoid quick starts.

● Avoid hard braking as much as possible.

● Do not tow a trailer for the first 500 miles(800 km).

● Accelerate slowly and smoothly. Main-tain cruising speeds with a constant ac-celerator position.

● Drive at moderate speeds on the high-way. Driving at high speed lowers fueleconomy.

● Avoid unnecessary stopping and brak-ing. Maintain a safe distance behindother vehicles.

● Use a proper gear range which suits roadconditions. On level roads, shift into highgear as soon as possible.

● Avoid unnecessary engine idling.

● Keep your engine tuned up.

● Follow the recommended periodic main-tenance schedule.

● Keep the tires inflated to the correctpressure. Low tire pressure increasestire wear and wastes fuel.

● Keep the front wheels in correct align-ment. Improper alignment increases tirewear and lowers fuel economy.

● Air conditioner operation lowers fueleconomy. Use the air conditioner onlywhen necessary.

● When cruising at highway speeds, it ismore economical to use the air condi-tioner and leave the windows closed toreduce drag.

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WARNINGDo not park the vehicle over flammablematerials such as dry grass, waste pa-per or rags. They may ignite and causea fire.

1. Firmly apply the parking brake.

2. Manual transmission models:

Place the shift lever in the R (Reverse)position. When parking on an uphillgrade, place the shift lever in 1 (First)gear.

Automatic transmission models:

Move the selector lever to the P (Park)position.

WARNING● Safe parking procedures require that

both the parking brake be set andthe transmission placed into the P(Park) position (automatic transmis-sion) or in the appropriate gear(manual transmission). Failure to doso could cause the vehicle to moveunexpectedly or roll away and result

in an accident. Make sure the shiftlever has been pushed as far forwardas it can go and cannot be movedwithout depressing the button at theend of the lever.

● Never leave the engine running whilethe vehicle is unattended.

● Do not leave children unattended in-side the vehicle. They could unknow-inly activate switches or controls.Unattended children could becomeinvolved in serious accidents.

3. To help prevent the vehicle from rollinginto traffic when parked on an incline, it isa good practice to turn the wheels asillustrated.

● HEADED DOWNHILL WITH CURB:s1

Turn the wheels into the curb and movethe vehicle forward until the curb sidewheel gently touches the curb.

● HEADED UPHILL WITH CURB:s2

Turn the wheels away from the curb andmove the vehicle back until the curb sidewheel gently touches the curb.

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● HEADED UPHILL OR DOWNHILL, NOCURB:s3Turn the wheels toward the side of theroad so the vehicle will move away fromthe center of the road if it moves.

4. Turn the ignition key to the LOCK posi-tion and remove the key.

The power assisted steering is designed touse a hydraulic pump, driven by the engine,to assist steering.

If the engine stops or the drive belt breaks,you will still have control of the vehicle.However, much greater steering effort isneeded, especially in sharp turns and at lowspeeds.

WARNINGIf the engine is not running or is turnedoff while driving the power assist forthe steering will not work. Steering willbe much harder to operate.

The brake system has two separate hy-draulic circuits. If one circuit develops aproblem, you will still have braking attwo wheels.

Vacuum assisted brakes

The brake booster aids braking by usingengine vacuum. If the engine stops, you canstop the vehicle by depressing the brakepedal. However, greater foot pressure onthe brake pedal will be required to stop thevehicle and stopping distance will be longer.

Wet brakes

When the vehicle is washed or driventhrough water, the brakes may get wet. As aresult, your braking distance will be longerand the vehicle may pull to one side duringbraking.

To dry the brakes, drive the vehicle at a safespeed while lightly pressing the brake pedalto heat-up the brakes. Do this until thebrakes return to normal. Avoid driving thevehicle at high speeds until the brakesfunction correctly.

Using the brakes

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increases wear on the brake linings andpads, and reduces gas mileage.

To help save the brakes and to prevent thebrakes from overheating, reduce speed anddownshift to a lower gear before going downa slope or long grade. Overheated brakesmay reduce braking performance and couldresult in loss of vehicle control.

WARNING● While driving on a slippery surface,

be careful when braking, accelerat-ing or downshifting. Abrupt brakingor accelerating could cause thewheels to skid and result in an acci-dent.

● If the engine is not running or isturned off while driving, the powerassist for the brakes will not work.Braking will be harder.

The anti-lock brake system controls thebrakes at each wheel so the wheels do notlock when braking abruptly or when brakingon slippery surfaces. The system detects therotation speed at each wheel and varies thebrake fluid pressure to prevent each wheelfrom locking and sliding. By preventing wheellockup, the system helps the driver maintainsteering control and helps to minimize swerv-ing and spinning on slippery surfaces.

Using the SystemDepress the brake pedal and hold it down.

WARNINGDo not pump the brake pedal. Doing somay result in increased stopping dis-tances.

Normal operationThe anti-lock brake system does not oper-ate at speeds below 3 to 6 MPH (5 to 10km/h). The speeds vary according to roadconditions. When the anti-lock systemsenses that one or more wheels are close tolocking up, the actuator (under the hood)rapidly applies and releases hydraulic pres-sure (like pumping the brakes very quickly).

While the actuator is working, you may feela pulsation in the brake pedal and hear anoise or vibration from the actuator underthe hood. This is normal and indicates thatthe anti-lock system is working properly.However, the pulsation may indicate thatroad conditions are hazardous and extracare is required while driving.

Self-test featureThe anti-lock brake system is sophisticated,with electronic sensors, electric pumps, andhydraulic solenoids controlled by a com-puter. The computer has a built-in diagnos-tic feature that tests the system each timeyou start the engine and move the vehicle ata low speed in forward or reverse. When theself-test occurs, you may hear a ‘‘clunk’’noise and/or feel a pulsation in the brakepedal. This is normal and is not an indica-tion of any malfunction. If the computersenses any malfunction, it switches the anti-lock brake system OFF and turns on theABS brake warning light in the dashboard.The brake system then operates normally,but without anti-lock assistance.

If the light comes on during the self-test orwhile driving, take the vehicle to an autho-rized NISSAN dealer for repair.

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WARNING● The anti-lock brake system is a so-

phisticated device, but it cannot pre-vent accidents resulting from care-less or dangerous driving tech-niques. It can help maintain vehiclecontrol during braking on slipperysurfaces, but the stopping distanceon slippery surfaces will be longerthan on normal surfaces, even withthe anti-lock system. Stopping dis-tances may also be longer on rough,gravel or snow covered roads, or ifyou are using tire chains. Alwaysmaintain a safe distance from the ve-hicle in front of you. Ultimately, theresponsibility for safety of self andothers rests in the hands of the driver.

● Tire type and condition may alsoaffect braking effectiveness.

● When replacing tires, install thespecified size of tires on all fourwheels.

● When installing a spare tire, makesure it is the proper size and type asspecified on the tire placard. For tireplacard location information, refer to‘‘Tire placard’’ in the Owner’s Manualindex.

● Refer to ‘‘Wheels and tires’’ in the‘‘Do-it-yourself’’ section of thismanual.

Freeing a frozen door lock

To prevent a door lock from freezing, applyde-icer or glycerin through the key hole. Ifthe lock becomes frozen, heat the key be-fore inserting it in the key hole.

Anti-freeze

In the winter when it is anticipated that thetemperature will drop below 32°F (0°C),check the anti-freeze (ethylene glycol base)to assure proper winter protection. For de-tails, see ‘‘Engine cooling system’’ in the‘‘Do-it-yourself’’ section of this manual.

BatteryIf the battery is not fully charged duringextremely cold weather conditions, the bat-tery fluid may freeze and damage the bat-tery. To maintain maximum efficiency, thebattery should be checked regularly. Fordetails, see ‘‘Battery’’ in the ‘‘Do-it-yourself’’section of this manual.

Draining of coolantIf the vehicle is to be left outside withoutanti-freeze, drain the cooling system byopening the drain valves located under theradiator and on the engine block. Refill

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before operating the vehicle. See ‘‘Chang-ing Engine Coolant’’ in the ‘‘Do-it-yourself’’section of this manual.

Tire equipment1. SUMMER tires are of a tread design to

provide superior performance on drypavement. However, the performance ofthese tires will be substantially reduced insnowy and icy conditions. If you operateyour vehicle on snowy or icy roads, NIS-SAN recommends the use of MUD &SNOW or ALL SEASON TIRES on all fourwheels. Please consult an authorizedNISSAN dealer for the tire type, size,speed rating and availability information.

2. For additional traction on icy roads, stud-ded tires may be used. However, mostU.S. States and Canadian provinces pro-hibit their use. Check local, state andprovincial laws before installing studdedtires.

Skid and traction capabilities of studdedsnow tires on wet or dry surfaces may bepoorer than that of non-studded snowtires.

3. Tire chains may be used. Make sure theyare of proper size for the tires on your

vehicle and are installed according to thechain manufacturer’s suggestions.

Use of tire chains may be prohibitedaccording to location. Check the locallaws before installing tire chains. Wheninstalling tire chains, make sure they areof proper size for the tires on your vehicleand are installed according to the chainmanufacturer’s suggestions. Use onlySAE Class “S” chains. Other types maydamage your vehicle. Use chain tension-ers when recommended by the tire chainmanufacturer to ensure a tight fit. Looseend links of the tire chain must be se-cured or removed to prevent the possi-bility of whipping action damage to thefenders or underbody. If possible, avoidfully loading your vehicle when using tirechains. In addition, drive at a reducedspeed. Otherwise, your vehicle may bedamaged and/or vehicle handling andperformance may be adversely affected.

Never install tire chains on T-type sparetires. Do not use tire chains on dry roads.

Special winter equipment

It is recommended that the following itemsbe carried in the vehicle during winter:

1. A scraper and stiff-bristled brush to re-move ice and snow from the windowsand wiper blades.

2. A sturdy, flat board to be placed underthe jack to give it firm support.

3. A shovel to dig the vehicle out of snow-drifts.

4. Extra window washer fluid to refill thereservoir tank.

Driving on snow or ice

WARNING

● Wet ice (32°F, 0°C and freezing rain),very cold snow or ice can be slickand very hard to drive on. The ve-hicle will have a lot less traction or‘‘grip’’ under these conditions. Try toavoid driving on wet ice until theroad is salted or sanded.


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● Whatever the condition, drive withcaution. Accelerate and slow downwith care. If accelerating or down-shifting too fast, the drive wheelswill lose even more traction.

● Allow more stopping distance underthese conditions. Braking should bestarted sooner than on dry pavement.

● Allow greater following distances onslippery roads.

● Watch for slippery spots (glare ice).These may appear on an otherwiseclear road in shaded areas. If a patchof ice is seen ahead, brake beforereaching it. Try not to brake whileactually on the ice, and to avoid anysudden steering maneuvers.

● Do not use cruise control on slipperyroads.

● Snow can trap dangerous exhaustgases under your vehicle. Keepsnow clear of the exhaust pipe andfrom around your vehicle.

Engine block heater (if so equipped)

An engine block heater to assist extremecold temperature starting is availablethrough an authorized NISSAN dealer.

WARNING

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Flat tire ...................................................................6-2Jump starting..........................................................6-8Push starting ........................................................6-10

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If you have a flat tire, follow the instructionsbelow.

Stopping the vehicle1. Safely move the vehicle off the road and

away from traffic.

2. Turn on the hazard warning flashers.

3. Park on a level surface and apply theparking brake. Shift the manual transmis-sion into R (Reverse), or the automatictransmission into P (Park).

4. Turn off the engine.

5. Raise the hood to warn other traffic, andto signal professional road assistancepersonnel that you need assistance.

6. Have all passengers get out of the ve-hicle and stand in a safe place, awayfrom traffic and clear of the vehicle.

WARNING● Make sure that the parking brake is

securely applied and the manualtransmission is shifted into R (Re-verse), or the automatic transmis-sion into P (Park).

● Never change tires when the vehicleis on a slope, ice or slippery areas.This is hazardous.

● Never change tires if oncoming traf-fic is close to your vehicle. Wait forprofessional road assistance.

Getting the spare tire and tools1. Open the trunk. Lift the trunk floor carpet-

ing and spare tire cover. Remove the toolbag (which contains the jack rod andwheel nut wrench) and the spare tire. Ifnecessary, use the flat end of the jackrod as shown to loosen the spare tirehold-down bolt.

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2. Push the two release clips on the jackaccess door, and pull the door open. Toremove the jack, turn the jack screwcounterclockwise. Use the tapered endof the jack rod to loosen the jack from itsstorage position.

Blocking wheelsPlace suitable blocks at both the front andback of the wheel diagonally opposite theflat tire to prevent the vehicle from rollingwhen it is jacked up.

WARNINGBe sure to block the wheel as the ve-hicle may move and could cause per-sonal injury.

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Removing wheel coversRemove the wheel covers as shown.

CAUTIONDo not use your hands to pry off wheelcovers. Doing so could result in per-sonal injury.

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Jacking up vehicle and removing thedamaged tireCarefully read the caution label attachedto the jack body and the following in-structions.

1. Loosen each wheel nut one or two turnsby turning counterclockwise with thewheel nut wrench. Do not remove thewheel nuts until the tire is off theground.

2. Place the jack directly under the jack-uppoint as illustrated above so the top of thejack contacts the vehicle at the jack-uppoint. Align the center of the jack head withthe notch at the jack-up point, as shown.Also fit the notched portion of the vehicle inthe groove of the jack head, as shown.

The jack should be used on firm andlevel ground.

3. To lift the vehicle, securely hold the jacklever and rod with both hands as shown.Carefully raise the vehicle until the tireclears the ground. Remove the wheelnuts, and then remove the tire.

WARNING● Never get under the vehicle while it

is supported by only the jack.● Use the jack provided with your ve-

hicle. Do not use the jack providedwith your vehicle on other vehicles.The jack is designed only for liftingyour vehicle during a tire change.

● Use the correct jack-up points; neveruse any other part of the vehicle forjack support.

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● Never jack up the vehicle more thannecessary.

● Never use blocks on or under thejack.

● Do not start or run engine whilevehicle is on the jack as it may causethe vehicle to move.

● Do not allow passengers to stay inthe vehicle while it is on the jack.

● Never run the engine with a wheel offthe ground. It may cause the vehicleto move. This is especially true formodels equipped with a limited slipdifferential carrier. Installing the spare tire

The T-type spare tire is designed foremergency use. See specific instruc-tions under the heading ‘‘Wheels andtires’’ in the ‘‘Do-it- yourself’’ section ofthis owner’s manual.

1. Clean any mud or dirt from the surfacebetween the wheel and hub.

2. Carefully put the spare tire on and tightenthe wheel nuts finger tight.

3. With the wheel nut wrench, tighten wheelnuts alternately and evenly until they aretight.

4. Lower the vehicle slowly until the tiretouches the ground. Then, with the wheelnut wrench, tighten the wheel nuts se-curely in the sequence as illustrated.Lower the vehicle completely.

WARNING● Incorrect wheel nuts or improperly

tightened wheel nuts can cause thewheel to become loose or come off.This could cause an accident.

● Do not use oil or grease on the wheelstuds or nuts. This could cause thenuts to become loose.

● Retighten the wheel nuts when thevehicle has been driven for 600 miles(1,000 km) (also in cases of a flat tire,etc.).

As soon as possible, tighten the wheelnuts to the specified torque with a torquewrench.

Wheel nut tightening torque:72 to 87 ft-lb (98 to 118 N zm)

The wheel nuts must be kept tightened tospecifications at all times. It is recom-mended that wheel nuts be tightened to

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specification at each lubrication interval.

Adjust tire pressure to the COLDpressure.

COLD pressure:

After vehicle has been parked for threehours or more or driven less than 1 mile(1.6 km).

COLD tire pressures are shown on thetire placard affixed to the driver’s doorcenter pillar.5. With the spare tire installed on the vehicle,

place the damaged tire in the spare tirestorage area. Put the jack rod and wheelnut wrench in the tool bag and place thetool bag in the spare tire storage area.

6. Place the spare tire cover and the trunkfloor carpeting over the damaged tire.

7. Install the jack in its storage area andtighten the jack screw clockwise.

8. Close the jack access door. Close thetrunk.

WARNING● Always make sure that the spare tire

and jacking equipment are properlysecured after use. Such items canbecome dangerous projectiles in anaccident or sudden stop.

● The T-type spare tire and small sizespare tire are designed for emergencyuse. See specific instructions underthe heading ‘‘Wheels and tires’’ in the‘‘Do-it-yourself’’ section of this manual.

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To start your engine with a booster battery,the instructions and precautions below mustbe followed.

WARNING● If done incorrectly, jump starting can

lead to a battery explosion, resultingin severe injury or death. It couldalso damage your vehicle.

● Explosive hydrogen gas is alwayspresent in the vicinity of the battery.Keep all sparks and flames awayfrom the battery.

● Do not allow battery fluid to comeinto contact with eyes, skin, cloth orpainted surfaces. Battery fluid is acorrosive sulfuric acid solutionwhich can cause severe burns. If thefluid should come into contact withanything, immediately flush the con-tacted area with water.

● Keep battery out of the reach ofchildren.

● The booster battery must be rated at12 volts. Use of an improperly ratedbattery can damage your vehicle.

● Whenever working on or near a bat-tery, always wear suitable eye pro-tectors (e.g., goggles or industrialsafety spectacles) and remove rings,metal bands, or any other jewelry.Do not lean over the battery whenjump starting.

● Do not attempt to jump start a frozenbattery. It could explode and causeserious injury.

● Your vehicle has an automatic en-gine cooling fan. It could come on atany time. Keep hands and other ob-jects away from it.

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Always follow the instructions below.Failure to do so could result in damageto the charging system and cause per-sonal injury.

1. If the booster battery is in another vehicle,position the two vehicles to bring theirbatteries into close proximity to each other.

Do not allow the two vehicles to touch.

2. Apply the parking brake. Move the shiftlever to N (Neutral) (on automatic trans-mission models, move the lever to P(Park)). Switch off all unnecessary elec-

trical systems (lights, heater, air condi-tioner, etc.).

3. Remove vent caps on the battery (if soequipped). Cover the battery with an oldcloth to reduce explosion hazard.

4. Connect jumper cables in the sequenceillustrated.

CAUTION● Always connect positive (+) to posi-

tive (+) and negative (−) to bodyground (e.g., strut mounting bolt,etc. — not to the battery).

● Make sure that cables do not touchmoving parts in the engine compart-ment and that clamps do not contactany other metal.

5. Start the engine of the booster vehicleand let it run for a few minutes.

6. Keep the engine speed of the boostervehicle at about 2,000 rpm, and start theengine of the vehicle being jump started.

CAUTIONDo not keep the starter motor engagedfor more than 10 seconds. If the enginedoes not start right away, turn the keyoff and wait 3 to 4 seconds beforetrying again.

7. After starting the engine, carefully dis-connect the negative cable and then thepositive cable.

8. Replace the vent caps (if so equipped).Be sure to dispose of the cloth used tocover the vent holes as it may be con-taminated with corrosive acid.

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CAUTION● Automatic transmission models can-

not be push started. This may causetransmission damage.

● Three-way catalytic converterequipped models should not bestarted by pushing since the threeway catalyst may be damaged.

● Never try to start the vehicle by tow-ing it; when the engine starts, theforward surge could cause the ve-hicle to collide with the tow vehicle.

If your vehicle is overheating (indicated byan extremely high temperature gauge read-ing), or if you feel a lack of engine power,detect abnormal noise, etc., take the follow-ing steps.

WARNING● Do not continue to drive if your ve-

hicle overheats. Doing so couldcause a vehicle fire.

● To avoid the danger of beingscalded, never remove the radiatorcap while the engine is still hot.When the radiator cap is removed,pressurized hot water will spurt out,possibly causing serious injury.

● Do not open the hood if steam iscoming out.

1. Move the vehicle safely off the road,apply the parking brake and move theshift lever to N (Neutral) (manual trans-mission) or the shift selector lever to P(Park) (automatic transmission).

Do not stop the engine.

2. Turn off the air conditioner. Open all thewindows, move the heater or air condi-tioner temperature control to maximum

hot and fan control to high speed.

3. If engine overheating is caused by climb-ing a long hill on a hot day, run the engineat a fast idle (approximately 1,500 rpm)until the temperature gauge indicationreturns to normal.

4. Get out of the vehicle. Look and listen forsteam or coolant escaping from the ra-diator before opening the hood. Wait untilno steam or coolant can be seen beforeproceeding.

5. Open the hood.

WARNINGIf steam or water is coming from theengine, stand clear to prevent gettingburned.

6. Visually check drive belts for damage orlooseness. Also check if the cooling fanis running. The radiator hoses and radia-tor should not leak water. If coolant isleaking, the water pump belt is missing orloose, or the cooling fan does not run,stop the engine.

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WARNINGBe careful not to allow your hands, hair,jewelry or clothing to come into contactwith, or to get caught in, the runningfan, belts, or fan motor. The fan motorcan start at any time when the coolanttemperature is high.

7. After the engine cools down, check thecoolant level in the reservoir tank with theengine running. Add coolant to the res-ervoir tank if necessary. Have your ve-hicle repaired at an authorized NISSANdealer.

When towing your vehicle, U.S States, Cana-dian Provinces and local regulations for tow-ing must be followed. Incorrect towing equip-ment could damage your vehicle. Towinginstructions are available from an authorizedNISSAN dealer. Local service operators aregenerally familiar with the applicable lawsand procedures for towing. To assure propertowing and to prevent accidental damage toyour vehicle, NISSAN recommends having aservice operator tow your vehicle. It is advis-able to have the service operator carefullyread 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

transmission, axles, steering systemand powertrain are in working con-dition. If any unit is damaged, dolliesmust be used.

● When towing manual transmissionmodels with the front wheels on theground (if you do not use towingdollies):

Turn the ignition key to the OFFposition and secure the steeringwheel in a straight ahead positionwith a rope or similar device. Neverplace the ignition key in the LOCKposition. This will result in damageto the steering lock mechanism.Move the gearshift lever to the N(Neutral) position.

● When towing with the rear wheels onthe ground, release the parkingbrake.

● Attach safety chains for all towing.

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NISSAN recommends that your vehicle betowed with the driving (front) wheels off theground as illustrated.

CAUTION● Never tow an automatic transmission

model with the rear wheels raised(with the front wheels on the ground)as this may cause serious and expen-sive damage to the transmission. If itis necessary to tow the vehicle withthe rear wheels raised, always use atowing dolly under the front wheels.

● If you have to tow an automatic trans-mission model with four wheels onthe ground, observe the following re-stricted towing speeds and distances:

● Speed: Below 30 MPH (50 km/h)

● Distance: Less than 40 miles (65km)

● Never tow an automatic transmis-sion model from the rear (for ex-ample, backward) with four wheelson the ground as this may causeserious and expensive damage tothe transmission.

VEHICLE RECOVERY (freeing astuck vehicle)● Tow chains or cables must be attached

only to the main structual members of thevehicle.

● Pulling devices should be routed so theydo not touch any part of the suspension,steering, brake or cooling systems.

● Always pull the cable straight out fromthe front or rear of the vehicle. Never pullthe vehicle at an angle.

● Pulling devices such as ropes or canvasstraps are not recommended for use invehicle towing or recovery.

● Stand clear of a stuck vehicle.

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7 Appearance and care

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In order to maintain the appearance of yourvehicle, it is important to take proper care ofit.

In the following cases, please wash yourvehicle as soon as possible to protect thepaint surface:

● after a rainfall to prevent possible dam-age from acid rain.

● after driving on coastal roads.

● when contaminants such as soot, birddroppings, tree sap, metal particles orbugs get on the paint surface.

● when dust or mud builds up on the paintsurface.

Whenever possible, store or park your ve-hicle inside a garage or in a covered area.

When it is necessary to park outside, park ina shady area or protect the vehicle with abody cover.

Be careful not to scratch the paint sur-face when putting on or removing thebody cover.

WashingWash dirt off with a wet sponge and plentyof water. Clean the vehicle thoroughly usinga mild soap, a special vehicle soap orgeneral purpose dishwashing liquid mixedwith clean, lukewarm (never hot) water.

CAUTION● Do not use strong household soap,

strong chemical detergents, gaso-line or solvents.

● Do not wash the vehicle in directsunlight or while the vehicle body ishot, as the surface may become wa-terspotted.

● Avoid using tight-napped or roughcloths such as washing mitts. Caremust be taken when removingcaked-on dirt or other foreign sub-stances so the paint surface is notscratched or damaged.

Rinse the vehicle thoroughly with plenty ofclean water.

Inside flanges, seams and folds on thedoors, hatches and hood are particularlyvulnerable to the effects of road salt. There-fore, these areas must be cleaned regularly.Take care that the drain holes in the loweredge of the door are open. Spray waterunder the body and in the wheel wells toloosen the dirt and wash away road salt.

A damp chamois can be used to dry thevehicle to avoid water spots.

WaxingRegular waxing protects the paint surfaceand helps retain new vehicle appearance.After waxing, polishing is recommended toremove built-up residue and to avoid a‘‘weathered’’ appearance.

An authorized NISSAN dealer can assist

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you in choosing the proper product.

● Wax your vehicle only after a thoroughwashing. Follow the instructions suppliedwith the wax.

● Do not use a wax containing any abra-sives, cutting compounds or cleanersthat may damage the vehicle finish.

● If the surface does not polish easily, usea “road tar” remover and wax again.

Machine compounding or aggressive pol-ishing on a base coat/clear coat paint finishmay dull the finish or leave swirl marks.

Only use black wax or black shoe polish onblack urethane or polypropylene bumpers.

Removing spotsRemove tar and oil spots, industrial dust,insects, and tree sap as quickly as possiblefrom the surface of the paint to avoid lastingdamage or staining. Special cleaning prod-ucts are available at an authorized NISSANdealer or any automotive accessory store.

UnderbodyIn areas where road salt is used in winter,the underbody must be cleaned regularly.This prevents dirt and salt from building up

and causing underbody and suspensioncorrosion. Before winter and again in thespring, the underseal must be checked and,if necessary, re-treated.

Use glass cleaner to remove smoke anddust film from the glass surfaces. It is nor-mal for glass to become coated with a filmafter the vehicle is parked in the hot sun.Glass cleaner and a soft cloth easily removethis film.

CAUTION

When cleaning the inside of the win-dow, do not use sharp-edged tools,abrasive cleaners or chlorine baseddisinfectant cleaners. They could dam-age the rear window defogger.

Cleaning aluminum alloy wheelsWash the wheels regularly, especially dur-ing winter months in areas where road saltis used. If not removed, road salt coulddiscolor the wheels.

Chrome partsClean all chrome parts regularly with anon-abrasive chrome polish to maintain thefinish.

Cleaning interiorOccasionally remove loose dust from theinterior trim, plastic parts and seats using avacuum cleaner or soft brush. Wipe thevinyl and leather surfaces with a clean, softcloth dampened in mild soap solution, thenwipe clean with a dry soft cloth. Beforeusing any fabric protector, read the manu-facturer’s recommendations. Some fabricprotectors contain chemicals that may stainor bleach the seat material.

CAUTION● Never use benzine, thinner, or any

similar material.● Never use fabric protectors unless

recommended by the manufacturer.

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Floor mat positioning aid(driver’s side only)

All models include a front floor mat bracketto act as a floor mat positioning aid. NIS-SAN floor mats have been specially de-signed for your vehicle model. The driver’sside floor mat has a grommet hole incorpo-rated in it. Position the mat by placing thefloor mat bracket hook through the floor matgrommet hole while centering the mat in thefootwell.

Periodically check to make certain the matsare properly positioned.

Floor matsThe use of genuine NISSAN floor mats canextend the life of your vehicle carpet andmake it easier to clean the interior. Nomatter what mats are used, be sure theyare fitted for your vehicle and are prop-erly positioned in the footwell to preventinterference with pedal operation. Matsshould be maintained with regular cleaningand replaced if they become excessivelyworn.

Seat beltsThe seat belts can be cleaned by wipingthem with a sponge dampened in a mildsoap solution. Allow the belts to dry com-pletely before using them.

WARNINGDo not allow wet belts to roll up in theretractor. NEVER use bleach, dye, orchemical solvents since these may se-verely weaken the seat belt webbing.

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Most common factors contributingto vehicle corrosion.

1. The accumulation of moisture-retainingdirt and debris in body panel sections,cavities, and other areas.

2. Damage to paint and other protectivecoatings caused by gravel and stonechips or minor traffic accidents.

Environmental factors influence therate of corrosion.

Moisture

Accumulation of sand, dirt and water on thevehicle body underside can accelerate cor-rosion. Wet floor coverings will not dry com-pletely inside the vehicle, and should beremoved for drying to avoid floor panelcorrosion.

Relative humidity

Corrosion will be accelerated:

● in areas of high relative humidity.

● in areas where the temperatures stayabove freezing.

● where atmospheric pollution exists.

● where road salt is used.

Temperature

High temperatures accelerate the rate ofcorrosion to those parts which are not wellventilated.

Air pollution

Industrial pollution, the presence of salt inthe air in coastal areas, or heavy road saltuse accelerates the corrosion process.Road salt also accelerates the disintegra-tion of paint surfaces.

To protect your vehicle fromcorrosion:● wash and wax your vehicle often to keep

the vehicle clean.

● always check for minor damage to thepaint and repair it as soon as possible.

● keep drain holes at the bottom of thedoors open to avoid water accumulation.

● check the underbody for accumulation ofsand, dirt or salt. If present, wash withwater as soon as possible.

CAUTION● NEVER remove dirt, sand or other

debris from the passenger compart-ment by washing it out with a hose.Remove dirt with a vacuum cleaneror broom.

● Never allow water or other liquids tocome in contact with electronic com-ponents inside the vehicle as thismay damage them.

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Maintenance precautions .......................................8-2Engine compartment check locations -GA engine .............................................................8-3Engine compartment check locations -SR engine..............................................................8-4Engine cooling system ...........................................8-5Checking engine coolant level ...............................8-5Changing engine coolant .......................................8-6Engine oil ...............................................................8-8Checking engine oil level .......................................8-8Changing engine oil ...............................................8-9Changing engine oil filter .....................................8-10Automatic transmission fluid (ATF) ......................8-11Temperature conditions for checking ATF...........8-12Power steering fluid..............................................8-13Brake fluid ............................................................8-14Window washer fluid ............................................8-14Battery ..................................................................8-15

Jump starting........................................................8-16Drive belts ............................................................8-17Spark plug replacement .......................................8-18Air cleaner housing filter ......................................8-19Wiper blades ........................................................8-21Parking brake check.............................................8-22Brake pedal ..........................................................8-22Brake booster .......................................................8-23Clutch pedal .........................................................8-24Fuses and fusible links.........................................8-24Light bulbs............................................................8-26Headlights ............................................................8-26Headlight aiming adjustment................................8-27Bulb replacement .................................................8-27Front fog light bulb replacement (if soequipped) .............................................................8-32Wheels and tires ..................................................8-33

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When performing any inspection or mainte-nance work on your vehicle, always takecare to prevent serious accidental injury toyourself or damage to the vehicle. Thefollowing are general precautions whichshould be closely observed.

WARNING

● Park the vehicle on a level surface,apply the parking brake securely andblock the wheels to prevent the ve-hicle from moving. For a manualtransmission, move the gearshiftcontrol lever to N (Neutral). For anautomatic transmission, move theshift lever to P (Park).

● Be sure the ignition key is OFF whenperforming any parts replacement orrepairs.

● Be sure to turn the ignition key to theOFF or LOCK position. When theignition key is in the ON or ACCposition, the cooling fan may start tooperate suddenly even when the en-gine is not running.

● If you must work with the enginerunning, keep your hands, clothing,hair and tools away from movingfans, belts and any other movingparts.

● It is advisable to remove ties and anyjewelry, such as rings, watches, etc.,before working on your vehicle.

● If you must run the engine in anenclosed space such as a garage, besure there is proper ventilation forexhaust gases.

● Never get under the vehicle while itis supported by only a jack. If it isnecessary to work under the vehicle,support it with safety stands.

● Keep smoking materials, flame andsparks away from fuel and battery.

● On gasoline engine models with theMultiport Fuel Injection (MFI) sys-tem, the fuel filter or fuel linesshould be serviced by an authorizedNISSAN dealer because the fuellines are under high pressure evenwhen the engine is off.

CAUTION● Do not work under the hood while

the engine is hot. Turn the engine offand wait until it cools down.

● Never connect or disconnect eitherthe battery or any transistorizedcomponent connector while the igni-tion is ON.

● Avoid contact with used motor oil.Improperly disposed motor oil and/orother vehicle fluids can hurt the en-vironment. Always conform to localregulations for disposal of vehiclefluid.

This ‘‘Do-it-yourself’’ section gives instruc-tions regarding only those items which arerelatively easy for an owner to perform.

You should be aware that incomplete orimproper servicing may result in operatingdifficulties or excessive emissions, andcould affect your warranty coverage. If indoubt about any servicing, have it doneby an authorized NISSAN dealer.

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The engine cooling system is filled at thefactory with a high-quality, year-round, anti-freeze coolant solution. The anti-freeze so-lution contains rust and corrosion inhibitors;therefore, additional engine cooling systemadditives are not necessary.

CAUTIONWhen adding or replacing coolant, besure to use only Genuine NISSAN Anti-freeze Coolant or equivalent with theproper mixture ratio of 50% coolant and50% demineralized water or distilledwater. The use of other types of coolantsolutions may damage the engine cool-ing system.

Outsidetemperature

down to

GenuineNISSAN Anti-freeze coolantor equivalent

Demineral-ized or Dis-tilled water

°C °F

−35 −30 50% 50%

WARNING● Never remove the radiator cap when

the engine is hot. Wait until the en-gine and radiator cool down. Seriousburns could be caused by high pres-sure fluid escaping from the radia-tor.

● See precautions in ‘‘If your vehicleoverheats’’ found in the ‘‘In case ofemergency’’ section of this manual.

● The radiator is equipped with a pres-sure cap. Use only a genuine NISSANcap when replacement is required.

CHECKING ENGINE COOLANTLEVEL

With coolant reservoirCheck the coolant level in the reservoir tankwhen the engine is cold. If the coolant levelis below MIN, add coolant up to the MAXlevel. If the reservoir tank is empty, checkthe coolant level in the radiator when theengine is cold. If there is insufficient cool-ant in the radiator, fill the radiator withcoolant up to the filler opening and also addit to the reservoir tank up to the MAX level.

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If the cooling system frequently requirescoolant, have it checked by an autho-rized NISSAN dealer.

CHANGING ENGINE COOLANT

● Major cooling system repairs should beperformed by an authorized NISSANdealer. The service procedures can be

found in an appropriate NISSAN ServiceManual.

● Improper servicing can result in reducedheater performance and engine over-heating.

WARNING● To avoid the danger of being

scalded, never change the coolantwhen the engine is hot.

● Never remove the radiator cap whenthe engine is hot. Serious burnscould be caused by high pressurefluid escaping from the radiator.

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1. Move the heater or air conditioner tem-perature control dial to the maximum hotposition.

2. Open the radiator drain plug. Open thedrain plug on the engine block.

3. Open the radiator cap to drain the cool-ant.

4. Flush the cooling system by runningfresh water through the radiator.

5. Close the drain plugs on the radiator andthe engine block securely.

6. See the ‘‘Technical and consumer infor-mation’’ section for cooling system ca-pacity. Fill the radiator slowly with theproper mixture of coolant and water. Fillthe reservoir tank up to the MAX level.

7. Open and close the air release plug(s) torelease air. Then fill the radiator againand install the radiator cap.

8. Start the engine, and warm it up until itreaches normal operating temperature.Then race the engine two or three timesunder no load. Watch the engine coolanttemperature gauge for signs of overheating.

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9. Stop the engine. After it completelycools down, refill the radiator up to thefiller opening. Fill the reservoir tank upto the MAX level.

10. Open and close the air release plug(s)to release air. Then fill the radiator againand install the radiator cap.

11. Check the drain plugs on the radiatorand the engine block for any sign ofleakage. Also check the air release plugfor any sign of leakage.

CHECKING ENGINE OIL LEVEL1. Park the vehicle on a level surface and

apply the parking brake.

2. Start the engine and let it idle until itreaches operating temperature.

3. Turn off the engine. Wait a few minutesfor the oil to drain back into the oilpan.

4. Remove the dipstick and wipe it clean.Reinsert it all the way.

5. Remove the dipstick again and check theoil level. It should be between the H(High) and L (Low) marks. If the oil levelis below the L (Low) mark, remove the oilfiller cap and pour recommended oilthrough the opening. Do not overfill.

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6. Recheck oil level with the dipstick.

It is normal to add some oil between oilmaintenance intervals or during thebreak-in period, depending on the sever-ity of operating conditions.

CAUTIONOil level should be checked regularly.Operating with an insufficient amountof oil can damage the engine, and suchdamage is not covered by warranty.

CHANGING ENGINE OIL1. Park the vehicle on a level surface and

apply the parking brake.

2. Run the engine until it reaches operatingtemperature, and then turn it off.

3. Remove the oil filler cap.

4. Place a large drain pan under the drainplug.

5. Remove the drain plug with a wrench andcompletely drain the oil.

If the oil filter is to be changed, removeand replace it at this time. See ‘‘Chang-ing engine oil filter’’ later in this section.

CAUTIONBe careful not to burn yourself, as theengine oil is hot.

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

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6. Clean and reinstall the drain plug andwasher. Securely tighten the drain plugwith a wrench.Drain plug tightening torque:

22 to 29 ft-lb(29 to 39 N•m)

Do not overtighten.

7. Refill engine with recommended oilthrough the oil filler opening then installthe oil filler cap securely.

See the ‘‘Technical and consumer infor-mation’’ section for drain and refill capac-ity.

The drain and refill capacity depends onthe oil temperature and drain time. Usethese specifications for reference only.Always use the dipstick to determinewhen the proper amount of oil is in theengine.

8. Start the engine. Check for leakagearound the drain plug and oil filter. Cor-rect as required.

9. Turn the engine off and wait severalminutes. Check the oil level with thedipstick. Add engine oil if necessary.

WARNING● Prolonged and repeated contact with

used engine oil may cause skin can-cer.

● Try to avoid direct skin contact withused oil. If skin contact is made,wash thoroughly with soap or handcleaner as soon as possible.

● Keep used engine oil out of reach ofchildren.

CHANGING ENGINE OIL FILTER1. Park the vehicle on a level surface and

apply the parking brake.2. Turn the engine off.3. Place a large drain pan under the oil

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

wrench. Then remove the oil filter byturning it by hand.

CAUTIONBe careful not to burn yourself. Theengine oil may be hot.

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5. Wipe the engine oil filter mounting sur-face with a clean rag.

Be sure to remove any old gasket mate-rial remaining on the mounting surface ofthe engine.

6. Coat the gasket on the new filter withclean engine oil.

7. Screw on the oil filter until a slight resis-tance is felt, then tighten an additional2/3 turn.

8. Start the engine and check for leakagearound the oil filter. Correct as required.

9. Turn the engine off and wait severalminutes. Check the oil level. Add engineoil if necessary.

WARNING● When engine is running, keep

hands, jewelry and clothing awayfrom any moving parts such as cool-ing fan and drive belts.

● Automatic transmission fluid is poi-sonous and should be stored care-fully in marked containers out of thereach of children.

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TEMPERATURE CONDITIONSFOR CHECKING ATF

● The fluid level should be checked usingthe HOT range on the dipstick after thefollowing conditions have been met:

— The engine should be warmed up tooperating temperature.

— The vehicle should be driven at least 5minutes.

— The automatic transmission fluid shouldbe warmed to between 122 and 176°F(50 and 80°C).

● The fluid can be checked at fluid tem-peratures of 86 to 122°F (30 to 50°C)using the COLD range on the dipstickafter the engine is warmed up and beforedriving. However, the fluid should bere-checked using the HOT range.

1. Park the vehicle on a level surface andset the parking brake.

2. Start the engine and then move the shiftselector lever through each gear range.Move the shift selector lever to P (Park)after you have moved it through allranges.

3. Check the fluid level with the engineidling.

4. Remove the dipstick and wipe it cleanwith lint-free paper.

5. Reinsert the dipstick into the chargingpipe as far as it will go.

6. Remove the dipstick and note the read-ing. If the level is at the low side of eitherrange, add fluid through the chargingpipe.

CAUTION

DO NOT OVERFILL.Use ONLY Nissan Matic ‘D’ (Continen-tal U.S. and Alaska) or Genuine NissanAutomatic Transmission Fluid(Canada). Dexron TM III/Mercon TM orequivalent may also be used. Outsidethe continental United States andAlaska contact an authorized Nissandealership for more information re-garding suitable fluids, including rec-ommended brand(s) of Dexron TM

III/Mercon TM.

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NOTE:

If the vehicle has been driven for a longtime at high speeds, or in city traffic inhot weather, or if it is being used to pulla trailer, the accurate fluid level cannotbe read. You should wait until the fluidhas cooled down (about 30 minutes) be-fore checking fluid level.

Check the fluid level in the reservoir.

The fluid level should be checked using theHOT range on the side of the fluid reservoirat fluid temperatures of 122 to 176°F (50 to80°C) or using the COLD range on the sideof the fluid reservoir at fluid temperatures of32 to 86°F (0 to 30°C).

CAUTION● Do not overfill.

● Recommended fluid is typeDEXRONTM III or equivalent.

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Check the brake fluid level in the reservoir.If the fluid is below the MIN line or the brakewarning light comes on, add DOT 3 fluid upto the MAX line. If fluid must be addedfrequently, the system should be thoroughlychecked by an authorized NISSAN dealer.

WARNINGUse only new fluid. Old, inferior, orcontaminated fluid may damage thebrake system. The use of improper flu-ids can damage the brake system andaffect the vehicle’s stopping ability.

CAUTIONDo not spill the fluid on painted sur-faces. This will damage the paint. Iffluid is spilled, wash with water.

To fill the window washer fluid reservoir, liftthe cap off the reservoir tank and pour thewindow washer fluid into the tank opening.

Add a washer solvent to the water for bettercleaning. In the winter season, add a wind-shield washer antifreeze. Follow the manu-facturer’s instructions for the mixture ratio.

USA Only

Fill the window washer fluid reservoir peri-odically. Perform the refilling operationmore often under driving conditions thatrequire an increased amount of windowwasher fluid.

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Canada OnlyAdd fluid when the low washer fluid warninglight comes on. Add a washer solvent to thewater for better cleaning. In the winter sea-son, add a windshield washer antifreeze.Follow the manufacturer’s instructions forthe mixture ratio.

CAUTIONDo not substitute engine antifreezecoolant for windshield washer solution.This may result in damage to the paint.

● Keep the battery surface clean and dry.Any corrosion should be washed off witha solution of baking soda and water.

● Make certain the terminal connectionsare clean and securely tightened.

● If the vehicle is not to be used for 30 daysor longer, disconnect the negative (−) bat-tery terminal cable to prevent discharge.

WARNING

● Do not expose the battery to flamesor electrical sparks. Hydrogen gasgenerated by battery action is explo-sive. Do not allow battery fluid tocontact your skin, eyes, fabrics, orpainted surfaces. After touching abattery or battery cap, do not touchor rub your eyes. Thoroughly washyour hands. If the acid contacts youreyes, skin or clothing, immediatelyflush with water for at least 15 min-utes and seek medical attention.

● When working on or near a battery,always wear suitable eye protectionand remove all jewelry.

● Keep the battery out of the reach ofchildren.

1. To remove the cap, gently pry betweenthe battery cap and cover as illustrated.

Use a cloth to protect the battery case.

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2. Check the fluid level in each cell.

If it is necessary to add fluid, add onlydistilled water to bring the level up to theOK level indicator in each filler opening.Do not overfill.

JUMP STARTINGIf jump starting is necessary, see the ‘‘Incase of emergency’’ section of this owner’smanual. If the engine does not start by jumpstarting, the battery may have to be re-placed. Contact an authorized NISSANdealer.

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WARNING

Be sure the ignition key is OFF. Theengine could rotate unexpectedly.

1. Visually inspect each belt for signs ofunusual wear, cuts, fraying or looseness.If the belt is in poor condition or loose,have it replaced or adjusted by an autho-rized NISSAN dealer.

2. Have the belts checked regularly for con-dition and tension in accordance with themaintenance schedule found in the‘‘Maintenance’’ section of this manual.

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WARNING

Be sure the engine and ignition switchare off and that the parking brake isengaged securely.

CAUTION

Be sure to use the correct socket toremove the spark plugs. An incorrectsocket can damage the spark plugs.

GA16DE Engine1. Remove brackets as necessary to give

access to the high tension cables andspark plugs.

2. Disconnect the spark plug cables fromthe spark plugs.

When disconnecting, always hold theboots, not the cables. Mark all cables toidentify their original locations.

3. Remove the spark plugs with a sparkplug socket.

The spark plug socket has a rubber sealthat holds the spark plug so it does notfall when it is pulled out. Make sure eachspark plug is snugly fitted into the sparkplug socket.

4. On conventional spark plugs, check thegap on each new spark plug with afeeler gauge. Use only the specifiedspark plugs. (The spark plug gap isshown in the ‘‘Technical and consumerinformation’’ section of this manual.) Ad-just the gap as required.

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5. Fit the new plugs, one at a time, into thespark plug socket and install them. Turneach plug in several full turns by hand,then tighten with the spark plug socket tothe correct torque. Do not overtighten.

Spark plug tightening torque:14 to 22 ft-lb (20 to 29 N zm)

6. Holding the boot, reconnect each hightension cable to its proper spark plug bypushing it on until you feel a snap.

7. Reinstall all brackets as necessary.

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Platinum-tipped spark plugIt is not necessary to replace platinum-tipped spark plugs as frequently as conven-tional type spark plugs because they lastmuch longer. Follow the maintenanceschedule, but do not reuse the spark plugsby cleaning or regapping.

● Always replace spark plugs with rec-ommended or equivalent ones.

The air cleaner filter should not be cleanedand reused. Replace it according to themaintenance intervals shown in the ‘‘Main-tenance’’ section of this manual. When re-placing the filter, wipe the inside of the aircleaner housing and the cover with a dampcloth.

WARNING● Operating the engine with the air

cleaner removed can cause you orothers to be burned. The air cleanernot only cleans the air, it stops flame

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if the engine backfires. If it isn’t inplace, and the engine backfires, youcould be burned. Do not drive withthe air cleaner removed, and be care-ful working on the engine with the aircleaner removed.

● Never pour fuel into the throttle bodyor attempt to start the engine withthe air cleaner removed. Doing socould result in serious injury.

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CLEANING

If your windshield is not clear after using thewindshield washer or if the wiper bladechatters when running, wax or other mate-rial may be on the blade or windshield.

Clean the outside of the windshield with awasher solution or a mild detergent. Yourwindshield is clean if beads do not formwhen rinsing with clear water.

Clean the blade by wiping it with a clothsoaked in a washer solution or a mild deter-gent. Then rinse the blade with clear water.If your windshield is still not clear after

cleaning the blades and using the wiper,replace the blades.

REPLACEMENT

1. Pull the wiper arm away from the wind-shield.

2. Push the tab, then move the wiper bladedown the wiper arm to remove.

3. Remove the wiper blade.

4. Insert the new wiper blade onto the wiperarm until it clicks.

CAUTION● After wiper blade replacement, return

the wiper arm to its original position;otherwise it may be damaged whenthe engine hood is opened.

● Make sure the wiper blade contactsthe glass, otherwise the arm may bedamaged from wind pressure.

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If you wax the surface of the hood, becareful not to let wax get into the washernozzle. This may cause clogging or im-proper windshield washer operation. If waxgets into the nozzle, remove it with a needleor small pin.

From the released position, pull the parkingbrake lever up slowly and firmly. If thenumber of clicks is out of the range listedabove, see your NISSAN dealer.

With the engine running, check the distancebetween the upper surface of the pedal andthe metal floor. If it is out of the range shownabove, see an authorized NISSAN dealer.

Self-adjusting brakesYour vehicle is equipped with self-adjustingbrakes.

The front (and rear, if equipped) disc-typebrakes self-adjust every time the brakepedal is applied. The rear drum-type brakesalso self-adjust every time the brake pedalis applied.

If the brake pedal goes down farther than

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normal, it may be due to a lack of adjust-ment of the rear drum brakes. To adjustapply the parking brake several times.

WARNING

See an authorized NISSAN dealer andhave it checked if the brake pedalheight does not return to normal.

Brake pad wear indicatorsThe disc brake pads on your vehicle haveaudible wear indicators. When a brake padrequires replacement, it makes a highpitched scraping or screeching sound whenthe vehicle is in motion whether or not thebrake pedal is depressed. Have the brakeschecked as soon as possible if the wearindicator sound is heard.

Under some driving or climate conditions,occasional brake squeak, squeal or othernoise may be heard. Occasional brakenoise during light to moderate stops is nor-mal and does not affect the function orperformance of the brake system.

The rear drum brakes (if so equipped) donot have audible wear indicators. Shouldyou ever hear an unusually loud noise from

the rear drum brakes, have them inspectedas soon as possible by an authorized NIS-SAN dealer.

Proper brake inspection intervals shouldbe followed. For more information regard-ing brake inspections, see the appropriatemaintenance schedule information in the‘‘Maintenance’’ section of this manual.

Check the brake booster function as fol-lows:

1. With the engine off, press and releasethe brake pedal several times. Whenbrake pedal movement (distance oftravel) remains the same from one pedalapplication to the next, continue on to thenext step.

2. While depressing the brake pedal, startthe engine. The pedal height should dropa little.

3. With the brake pedal depressed, stop theengine. Keeping the pedal depressed forabout 30 seconds, the pedal heightshould not change.

4. Run the engine for one minute withoutdepressing the brake pedal, then turn itoff. Depress the brake pedal severaltimes. The pedal travel distance will de-crease gradually with each depressionas the vacuum is released from thebooster.

If the brakes do not operate properly, see anauthorized NISSAN dealer.

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Press the pedal by hand and be sure thefree travel is within the limits shown above.If free travel is out of the range shownabove, see an authorized NISSAN dealer.

CAUTION

Never use a fuse of higher amperagerating than that specified on the fusebox cover. This could damage the elec-trical system or cause a fire.

Engine compartmentIf the electrical equipment does not comeon, check for an open fuse.

1. Be sure the ignition switch and the head-light switch are OFF.

2. Open the engine hood.

3. Remove the fuse box cover.

4. Remove the fuse with the fuse pullerlocated on the reverse side of the pas-senger compartment fuse box cover.

5. If the fuse is open, replace it with a newfuse.

6. If a new fuse also opens, have the elec-trical system checked and repaired by anauthorized NISSAN dealer.

Fusible linksIf the electrical equipment does not operateand fuses are in good condition, check thefusible links. If any of these fusible links aremelted, replace with only genuine NISSANparts.

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CAUTION

Never use a fuse of higher amperagerating than that specified on the fusebox cover. This could damage the elec-trical system or cause a fire.

Passenger compartmentIf any electrical equipment does not oper-ate, check for an open fuse.

1. Be sure the ignition switch and the head-light switch are OFF.

2. Open the fuse box cover.

3. Remove the fuse with the fuse puller.

4. If the fuse is open, replace it with a newfuse.

5. If a new fuse also opens, have the elec-trical system checked and repaired by anauthorized NISSAN dealer.

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HEADLIGHTSThe headlight is a semi-sealed beam typewhich uses a replaceable headlight (halo-gen) bulb. A bulb can be replaced frominside the engine compartment without re-moving the headlight assembly.

CAUTION● High pressure halogen gas is sealed

inside the halogen bulb. The bulbmay break if the glass envelope isscratched or the bulb is dropped.

● When handling the bulb, do nottouch the glass envelope.

Removing the headlight bulb1. Open the engine hood.

2. Disconnect the negative (-) battery cable.

3. If removing the right-hand (passengerside) headlight bulb, it is necessary to firstreposition the engine coolant reservoir.

4. Disconnect the electrical connector fromthe rear end of the bulb.

5. Push down the spring retainer.

6. Pull out the headlight bulb and socket asan assembly. Do not shake or rotate the

bulb when removing it. Do not handle theglass envelope.

Replacing the headlight bulb1. Insert the bulb and socket assembly into

the headlight.

DO NOT TOUCH THE BULB.2. Install the spring retainer.

3. Push the electrical connector into thebulb plastic base until it snaps and stops.

4. If installing the right-hand (passengerside) headlight bulb, be sure to repositionthe engine coolant reservoir.

5. Connect the negative (-) battery cable.

6. Close the engine hood.

CAUTION● Use the same number and wattage

as originally installed:

Wattage 65/45Bulb no. 9004

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● Aiming is not necessary after replac-ing the bulb.

● Do not leave the bulb out of theheadlight reflector for a long periodof time as dust, moisture, and smokemay enter the headlight body andaffect the performance of the head-light.

Before adjusting the headlights, make sureall of the tires are properly inflated, thevehicle is on level ground and there is noexcess weight in the vehicle that wouldaffect the level of the vehicle.

First, open the hood.The vertical adjustment bolt is behind theheadlight. Turn the adjustment bolt clock-wise to raise the headlight beam. Turn theadjustment bolt counterclockwise to lowerthe headlight beam.

The horizontal adjustment bolt is also be-hind the headlight. Turn the adjustment boltclockwise to turn the headlight beam left,

and turn it counterclockwise to turn theheadlight beam right.

BULB REPLACEMENT

ItemWattage

(W)Bulb No.

Headlight 65/45 9004

Front combination light 27/8 1157NA

Rear combination light

Turn signal: Type A 27 1156

Type B 27 1156NA

Stop/Tail 27/8 1157

Back-up 13 921

License plate light 5 168

Trunk lid-mountedstop light

13 912

Front fog lamp 35H3

(Special)

Interior light 8 68

Trunk light 3.4 158

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Replacement proceduresAll other lights are either type A, B, C or D.When replacing a bulb, first remove the lensand/or cover.

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FRONT FOG LIGHT BULBREPLACEMENT (if so equipped)1. Use a Phillip’s head screwdriver to re-

move the trim plate and the anchoringbolts on the fog light assembly.

2. Move the fog light assembly towards thecenter of the vehicle and pull out toexpose the rear of the assembly.

3. Remove the retaining ring from the foglight assembly.

4. Remove the bulb cover.

5. Lift the spring retainer.

6. Remove the fog light bulb.

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If you have a flat tire, see the ‘‘In case ofemergency’’ section of this manual.

Maximum inflation pressure

Do not exceed the maximum inflation pres-sures shown on the side wall of the tire.

Tire inflation pressure

Periodically check the tire pressure (includingthe spare). Incorrect tire pressure may ad-versely affect tire life and vehicle handling. Tirepressure should be checked when tires areCOLD. Tires are considered COLD after thevehicle has been parked for three or more

hours, or driven less than 1 mile (1.6 km).COLD tire pressures are shown on the tireplacard affixed to the driver’s door center pillar.

WARNING

● The vehicle weight capacity is indi-cated on the tire placard. Do not loadyour vehicle beyond this capacity.Overloading your vehicle may resultin reduced tire life, unsafe operatingconditions due to premature tire fail-ure, or unfavorable handling charac-teristics and could also lead to aserious accident. Loading beyond thespecified capacity may also result infailure of other vehicle components.

● Before taking a long trip, or when-ever you have loaded your vehicleheavily, use a tire pressure gauge toensure that the tire pressure is at thespecified level.

● Do not drive your vehicle over 85MPH (140 km/h) unless it is equippedwith high speed capability tires.Driving faster than 85 MPH (140km/h) may result in tire failure, lossof control and possible injury.

Types of tires

WARNING

When changing or replacing tires, besure all four tires are of the same type(i.e., Summer, All Season or Snow) andconstruction. An authorized NISSANdealer may be able to help you withinformation about tire type, size, speedrating and availability. Replacementtires may have a lower speed ratingthan the factory equipped tires, andmay not match the potential maximumvehicle speed. Never exceed the maxi-mum speed rating of the tire.

All Season tires

NISSAN specifies All Season tires on somemodels to provide good performance allyear round, including snowy and icy roadconditions. All Season tires are identified by‘‘ALL SEASON’’ and/or ‘‘M&S’’ on the tiresidewall. Snow tires have better snow trac-tion than All Season tires and may be moreappropriate in some areas.

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Summer tiresNISSAN specifies summer tires on somemodels to provide superior performance ondry roads. Summer tire performance is sub-stantially reduced in snow and ice. Summertires do not have the tire traction rating‘‘M&S’’ on the tire sidewall.

If you plan to operate your vehicle in snowyor icy conditions, NISSAN recommends theuse of ‘‘SNOW’’ tires or ‘‘ALL SEASON’’tires on all four wheels.

Snow tiresIf snow tires are needed, it is necessary toselect tires equivalent in size and load ratingto the original equipment tires. If you do not,it can adversely affect the safety and han-dling of your vehicle.

Generally, snow tires have lower speedratings than factory equipped tires and maynot match the potential maximum vehiclespeed. Never exceed the maximum speedrating of the tire.If you plan to operate your vehicle in snowyor icy conditions, NISSAN recommends theuse of ‘‘SNOW’’ tires or ‘‘ALL SEASON’’tires on all four wheels.For additional traction on icy roads, studded

tires may be used. However, some U.S.States and Canadian Provinces prohibittheir use. Check local, state and provinciallaws before installing studded tires. Skidand traction capabilities of studded snowtires on wet or dry surfaces may be poorerthan that of non-studded snow tires.

Tire chainsUse of tire chains may be prohibited accord-ing to location. Check the local laws beforeinstalling tire chains. When installing tirechains, make sure they are of proper sizefor the tires on your vehicle and are installedaccording to the chain manufacturer’s sug-gestions. Use only SAE class “S” chains.Other types may damage your vehicle. Usechain tensioners when recommended bythe tire chain manufacturer to ensure a tightfit. Loose end links of the tire chain must besecured or removed to prevent the possibil-ity of whipping action damage to the fendersor underbody. If possible, avoid fully loadingyour vehicle when using tire chains. In ad-dition, drive at a reduced speed. Otherwise,your vehicle may be damaged and/or ve-hicle handling and performance may beadversely affected.Never install tire chains on a T-type sparetire. Do not use tire chains on dry roads.

Tire rotationNISSAN recommends rotating the tiresevery 7,500 miles (12,000 km).

See ‘‘Flat tire’’ in the ‘‘In case of emergency’’section for tire replacing procedures.

As soon as possible, tighten the wheelnuts to the specified torque with a nuttightening torque:

72 to 87 ft-lb (98 to 118 N zm)The wheel nuts must be kept tightened tospecifications at all times. It is recom-mended that wheel nuts be tightened tospecification at each tire rotation interval.

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WARNING● After rotating the tires, adjust the tire

pressure.

● Retighten the wheel nuts when thevehicle has been driven for 600 miles(1,000 km) (also in cases of a flat tire,etc.).

● Do not include the T-type spare tirein the tire rotation.

Tire wear and damage

WARNING● Tires should be periodically inspected

for wear, cracking, bulging, or objectscaught in the tread. If excessive wear,cracks, bulging, or deep cuts arefound, the tire should be replaced.

● The original tires have a built-intread wear indicator. When the wearindicator is visible, the tire should bereplaced.

● Improper service for a T-type spare tire

may result in serious personal injury. Ifit is necessary to repair the T-typespare tire, contact your NISSAN dealer.

Changing tires and wheelsWhen replacing a tire, use the same size,tread design, speed rating and load carryingcapacity as originally equipped. Recom-mended types and sizes are shown in‘‘Wheel/Tire Size’’ of the ‘‘Technical andconsumer information’’ section of thismanual.

WARNING● The use of tires other than those

recommended, or the mixed use oftires of different brands, construction(bias, bias-belted or radial), or treadpatterns can adversely affect the ride,braking, handling, ground clearance,body-to-tire clearance, snow chainclearance, speedometer calibration,headlight aim and bumper height.Some of these effects may lead toaccidents and could result in seriouspersonal injury.

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● If the wheels are changed for anyreason, always replace with wheelswhich have the same offset dimen-sion. Wheels of a different offsetcould cause early tire wear, poor ve-hicle handling characteristics and/orinterference with the brakediscs/drums. Such interference canlead to decreased braking efficiencyand/or early brake pad/shoe wear.

● Do not install a deformed wheel ortire even if it has been repaired. Suchwheels or tires could have structuraldamage and could fail without warn-ing.

● The use of retread tires is not recom-mended.

Wheel balanceUnbalanced wheels may affect vehicle han-dling and tire life. Even with regular use,wheels can get out of balance. Therefore,they should be balanced as required.

Wheel balance service should be per-formed with the wheels off the vehicle. Spinbalancing the front wheels on the vehiclecould lead to transmission damage.

Care of wheels● Wash the wheels when washing the

vehicle to maintain their appearance.

● Clean the inner side of the wheels whenthe wheel is changed or the underside ofthe vehicle is washed.

● Do not use abrasive cleaners whenwashing the wheels.

● Inspect wheel rims regularly for dents orcorrosion. Such damage may causeloss of pressure or poor seal at the tirebead.

● NISSAN recommends waxing the roadwheels to protect against road salt inareas where it is used during winter.

Spare tire (T-type spare tire)Observe the following precautions if the T-typespare tire must be used, otherwise your vehiclecould be damaged or involved in an accident:

CAUTION

● The T-type spare tire should be usedonly for emergency. It should be re-placed by the standard tire at thefirst opportunity.

● Drive carefully while the T-typespare tire is installed. Avoid sharpturns and abrupt braking while driv-ing.

● Periodically check tire inflation pres-sure, and always keep it at 60 psi(420 kPa, 4.2 bar).

● Do not drive your vehicle at speedsfaster than 50 MPH (80 km/h).

● Do not use tire chains on a T-typespare tire. Tire chains will not fitproperly on the T-type spare tire andmay cause damage to the vehicle.

● When driving on roads covered withsnow or ice, the T-type spare tireshould be used on the rear wheeland the original tire used on the frontwheels (drive wheels). Use tirechains only on the front two originaltires.

● Tire tread of the T-type spare tire willwear at a faster rate than the originaltire. Replace the T-type spare tire assoon as the tread wear indicatorsappear.

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● Because the T-type spare tire issmaller than the original tire, groundclearance is reduced. To avoid dam-age to the vehicle, do not drive overobstacles. Also do not drive the ve-hicle through an automatic car washsince it may get caught.

● Do not use the T-type spare tire onother vehicles.

● Do not use more than one T-typespare tire at the same time.

● Do not tow a trailer while the T-typespare tire is installed.

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9 Maintenance

General maintenance.............................................9-2Outside the vehicle ................................................9-2Inside the vehicle ...................................................9-3Under the hood and vehicle...................................9-4

Periodic maintenance schedules ...........................9-5Schedule One ........................................................9-5Schedule Two ........................................................9-5Explanation of maintenance items.......................9-10

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Your new NISSAN has been designed tohave minimum maintenance requirementswith longer service intervals to save youboth time and money. However, some day-to-day and regular maintenance is essentialto maintain your NISSAN’s good mechani-cal condition, as well as its emission andengine performance.

It is the owner’s responsibility to make surethe specified periodic maintenance, as wellas general maintenance, is performed.

As the vehicle owner, you are the only onewho can ensure that your vehicle receivesproper maintenance. You are a vital link inthe maintenance chain.

General maintenance

General maintenance includes those itemswhich should be checked during normalday-to-day operation of the vehicle. Theyare essential if your vehicle is to continue tooperate properly. It is your responsibility toperform these maintenance proceduresregularly as prescribed.

These checks or inspections can be doneby yourself, a qualified technician or, if youprefer, an authorized NISSAN dealer.

Periodic maintenanceThe maintenance items listed under peri-odic maintenance are required to be ser-viced at regular intervals.

However, under severe driving conditions,additional or more frequent maintenance isrequired.

Where to go for serviceIf maintenance service is required or yourvehicle appears to malfunction, have thesystems checked and tuned by an autho-rized NISSAN dealer.

NISSAN technicians are well-trained spe-cialists who are kept up to date with thelatest service information through technicalbulletins, service tips, and in-dealershiptraining programs. They are completelyqualified to work on NISSAN vehicles be-fore they work on your vehicle, rather thanafter they have worked on it.

You can be confident that an authorizedNISSAN dealer’s service department per-forms the best job to meet the maintenancerequirements on your vehicle — in a reliableand economical way.

During the normal day-to-day operation ofthe vehicle, general maintenance should beperformed regularly as prescribed in thissection. If you detect any unusual sounds,vibrations or smells, be sure to check for thecause or have an authorized NISSANdealer do it promptly. In addition, you shouldnotify an authorized NISSAN dealer if youthink repairs are required.

When performing any checks or maintenancework, closely observe the precautions in the‘‘Do-it-yourself’’ section of this manual.

OUTSIDE THE VEHICLE

The maintenance items listed here shouldbe performed from time to time, unlessotherwise specified.

Additional information on the followingitems with an ‘‘*’’ is found in the ‘‘Do-it-yourself’’ section of this manual.

Tires* — Check the pressure with a gaugeperiodically when at a service station, in-cluding the spare, and adjust to the speci-fied pressure if necessary. Check carefullyfor damage, cuts or excessive wear.

Wheel nuts* — When checking the tires,make sure no wheel nuts are missing, and

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check for any loose wheel nuts. Tighten ifnecessary.

Tire rotation* — Tires should be rotatedevery 7,500 miles (12,000 km).

Wheel alignment and balance — If thevehicle should pull to either side while driv-ing on a straight and level road, or if youdetect uneven or abnormal tire wear, theremay be a need for a wheel alignment.

If the steering wheel or seat vibrates atnormal highway speeds, wheel balancingmay be needed.

Windshield wiper blades* — Check forcracks or wear if they do not wipe properly.

Doors and hood — Check that all doorsand the hood operate properly. Also ensurethat all latches lock securely. Lubricatehinges, latches, rollers and links if neces-sary. Make sure the secondary latch keepsthe hood from opening when the primarylatch is released.

When driving in areas that use road salt orother corrosive materials, check lubricationfrequently.

Lights* — Make sure the headlights, stoplights, tail lights, turn signal lights, and other

lights are all operating properly and installedsecurely. Also check headlight aim.

INSIDE THE VEHICLE

The maintenance items listed here shouldbe checked on a regular basis, such aswhen performing periodic maintenance,cleaning the vehicle, etc.


Warning lights and chimes — Make sureall warning lights and chimes are operatingproperly.

Windshield wiper and washer* — Checkthat the wipers and washer operate properlyand that the wipers do not streak.

Windshield defroster — Check that the aircomes out of the defroster outlets properlyand in sufficient quantity when operating theheater or air conditioner.

Steering wheel — Check for changes inthe steering conditions, such as excessivefreeplay, hard steering or strange noises.

Seats — Check seat position controls suchas seat adjusters, seatback recliner, etc. to

ensure they operate smoothly and alllatches lock securely in every position.Check that the head restraints move up anddown smoothly and the locks hold securelyin all latched positions.

Seat belts — Check that all parts of the seatbelt system (For example buckles, anchors,adjusters and retractors) operate properlyand smoothly, and are installed securely.Check the belt webbing for cuts, fraying,wear or damage.

Accelerator pedal — Check the pedal forsmooth operation and make sure the pedaldoes not catch or require uneven effort.Keep the floor mat away from the pedal.

Clutch pedal* — Make sure the pedaloperates smoothly and check that it has theproper free travel.

Brakes — Check that the brakes do not pullthe vehicle to one side when applied.

Brake pedal and booster* — Check thepedal for smooth operation and make sure ithas the proper distance under it when de-pressed fully. Check the brake booster func-tion. Be certain to keep the floor mat awayfrom the pedal.

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Parking brake* — Check that the lever hasthe proper travel and confirm that yourvehicle is held securely on a fairly steep hillwith only the parking brake applied.

Automatic transmission ‘‘Park’’ mecha-nism — On a fairly steep hill check that yourvehicle is held securely with the selectorlever in the P (Park) position without apply-ing any brakes.

UNDER THE HOOD AND VEHICLE

The maintenance items listed here shouldbe checked periodically, such as each timeyou check the engine oil or refuel.


Windshield washer fluid* — Check foradequate fluid in the tank.

Engine coolant level* — Check the cool-ant level when the engine is cold.

Radiator and hoses — Check the front ofthe radiator and clean off any dirt, insects,leaves, etc., that may have accumulated.Make sure the hoses have no cracks, de-formation, rot or loose connections.

Brake fluid level* — Make sure the brakefluid level is between the MIN and MAXlines on the reservoir.

Battery* — Check the fluid level in eachcell.

Engine drive belts* — Make sure the drivebelts are not frayed, worn, cracked or oily.

Engine oil level* — Check the level afterparking the vehicle on a level surface, withthe engine off. Wait a few minutes for the oilto drain back into the oil pan.

Power steering fluid level* and lines —Check the level when the fluid is cold, withthe engine off. Check the lines for properattachment, leaks, cracks, etc.

Automatic transmission fluid level* —Check the level after putting the selectorlever in P (Park) with the engine idling atoperating temperature.

Exhaust system — Make sure there are nocracks, holes, loose joints or supports. If thesound of the exhaust seems unusual orthere is a smell of exhaust fumes, immedi-ately have the exhaust system inspected byan authorized NISSAN dealer. (See thecarbon monoxide warning in the ‘‘Startingand driving’’ section of this manual.)

Underbody — The underbody is frequentlyexposed to corrosive substances such asthose used on icy roads or to control dust. Itis very important to remove these sub-stances, from the underbody, otherwise rustmay form on the floor pan, frame, fuel linesand exhaust system. At the end of winter,the underbody should be thoroughly flushedwith plain water, especially those areaswhere mud and dirt may have accumulate.See the ‘‘Appearance and care’’ section ofthis manual.

Fluid leaks — Check under the vehicle forfuel, oil, water or other fluid leaks after thevehicle has been parked for awhile. Waterdripping from the air conditioner after use isnormal. If you should notice any leaks or ifgasoline fumes are evident, check for thecause and have it corrected immediately byan authorized NISSAN dealer.

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To ensure smooth, trouble-free, safe andeconomical driving, NISSAN provides twoperiodic maintenance schedules that may beused, depending upon the conditions inwhich you usually drive. These schedulescontain both distance and time intervals, upto 60,000 miles (96,000 km)/48 months. Formost people, the odometer reading indicateswhen service is needed. However, if youdrive very little, your vehicle should be ser-viced at the regular time intervals shown inthe schedules. After 60,000 miles (96,000km)/48 months, continue periodic mainte-nance at the same mileage/time intervals.

SCHEDULE ONE

Follow Periodic Maintenance Schedule oneif your driving habits frequently include oneor more of the following driving conditions:

● Repeated short trips of less than 5miles (8 km).

● Repeated short trips of less than 10miles (16 km) with outside tempera-tures below freezing.

● Operating the vehicle in hot weatherduring stop-and-go ‘‘rush hour’’ traf-fic.

● Extensive idling and/or low speeddriving for long distances, such aspolice, taxi or door-to-door deliveryuse.

● Driving in dusty conditions.

● Driving on rough, muddy, or saltspread roads.

● Towing a trailer, using a camper or acar-top carrier.

SCHEDULE TWO

Follow Periodic Maintenance Schedule Twoif none of the driving conditions shown inSchedule one apply to your driving habits.

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Schedule OneAbbreviations: R = Replace I = Inspect. Correct or replace if necessary. [ ]: At the mileage intervals only

MAINTENANCE OPERATION MAINTENANCE INTERVALPerform at number of miles,kilometers or months,whichever comes first.

Miles × 1,000 3.75 7.5 11.25 15 18.75 22.5 26.25 30 33.75 37.5 41.25 45 48.75 52.5 56.25 60(km × 1,000) (6) (12) (18) (24) (30) (36) (42) (48) (54) (60) (66) (72) (78) (84) (90) (96)Months 3 6 9 12 15 18 21 24 27 30 33 36 39 42 45 48

Emission control system maintenance

Drive belts See NOTE (1) I*Air cleaner filter See NOTE (2) [R] [R]Idle rpm (GA16DE engine) I* I*EVAP vapor lines I* I*Fuel lines I* I*Fuel filter See NOTE (3)*Engine coolant See NOTE (4) R*Engine oil R R R R R R R R R R R R R R R REngine oil filter (Use Nissan PREMIUM type or equivalent) R R R R R R R R R R R R R R R RSpark plugs (GA16DE engine) [R] [R]

(SR20DE engine) (PLATINUM-TIPPED type) See NOTE (5) [R]Intake & exhaust valve clearance (GA16DE engine) See NOTE (6)*

NOTE: (1) After 60,000 miles (96,000 km) or 48 months, inspect every 15,000 miles (24,000 km) or 12 months.(2) If operating mainly in dusty conditions, more frequent maintenance may be required.(3) If vehicle is operated under extremely adverse weather conditions or in areas where ambient temperatures are either extremely low or extremely

high, the filters might become clogged. In such an event, replace them immediately.(4) After 60,000 miles (96,000 km) or 48 months, replace every 30,000 miles (48,000 km) or 24 months.(5) Original equipment platinum-tipped plugs should be replaced at 60,000 miles (96,000 km). Conventional spark plugs can be used but should be

replaced at 30,000 miles (48,000 km) intervals. (See ‘‘Technical and consumer Information’’ section for details.)(6) If valve noise increases, inspect valve clearance.* Maintenance items and intervals with an ‘‘*’’ are recommended by NISSAN for reliable vehicle operation. The owner need not perform such

maintenance in order to maintain the emission warranty or manufacturer recall liability. Other maintenance items and intervals are required.

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Abbreviations: I = Inspect. Correct or replace if necessary.

MAINTENANCE OPERATION MAINTENANCE INTERVAL

Perform at number of miles,kilometers or months, whichevercomes first.

Miles × 1,000 7.5 15 22.5 30 37.5 45 52.5 60

(km × 1,000) (12) (24) (36) (48) (60) (72) (84) (96)

Months 6 12 18 24 30 36 42 48

Chassis and body maintenance

Brake lines & cables I I I I

Brake pads, rotors, drums & linings I I I I I I I I

Manual transmission gear oil & automatic transmission fluid See NOTE (1) I I I I

Steering gear & linkage, axle & suspension parts I I I I I I I I

Exhaust system I I I I I I I I

Drive shaft boots I I I I I I I I

Supplemental air bag system See NOTE (2)*

NOTE: (1) If towing a trailer, using a camper or a car-top carrier, or driving on rough or muddy roads, change (not just inspect) oil at every 30,000miles (48,000 km) or 24 months.

*(2) Inspect the supplemental air bag system 10 years after the date of manufacture noted on the F.M.V.S.S. certification label.

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Schedule TwoAbbreviations: R = Replace I = Inspect. Correct or replace if necessary. [ ]: At the mileage intervals only

MAINTENANCE OPERATION MAINTENANCE INTERVALPerform at number of miles,kilometers or months, whichever comes first.

Miles × 1,000 7.5 15 22.5 30 37.5 45 52.5 60(km × 1,000) (12) (24) (36) (48) (60) (72) (84) (96)Months 6 12 18 24 30 36 42 48

Emission control system maintenance

Drive belts See NOTE (1) I*Air cleaner filter [R] [R]Idle rpm (GA16DE engine) I* I*EVAP vapor lines I* I*Fuel lines I* I*Fuel filter See NOTE (2)*Engine coolant See NOTE (3)* R*Engine oil R R R R R R R REngine oil filter (Use Nissan PREMIUM type or equivalent) R R R R R R R RSpark plugs (GA16DE engine) [R] [R]

(SR20DE engine) (PLATINUM-TIPPED type) See NOTE (4)* [R]Intake & exhaust valve clearance (GA16DE engine) See NOTE (5)

NOTE: (1) After 60,000 miles (96,000 km) or 48 months, inspect every 15,000 miles (24,000 km) or 12 months.(2) If vehicle is operated under extremely adverse weather conditions or in areas where outside temperatures are either extremely low or extremely hi gh, the

filters might become clogged. In such an event, replace them immediately.(3) After 60,000 miles (96,000 km) or 48 months, replace every 30,000 miles (48,000 km) or 24 months.(4) Original equipment platinum-tipped plugs should be replaced at 60,000 miles (96,000 km). Conventional spark plugs can be used but should be repla ced

at 30,000 miles (48,000 km) intervals. (See ‘‘Technical and consumer information’’ section for details.)(5) If valve noise increases, inspect valve clearance.* Maintenance items and intervals with an ‘‘*’’ are recommended by NISSAN for reliable vehicle operation. The owner need not perform such maintenance

in order to maintain the emission warranty or manufacturer recall liability. Other maintenance items and intervals are required.

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Abbreviations: I = Inspect. Correct or replace if necessary.

MAINTENANCE OPERATION MAINTENANCE INTERVAL

Perform at number of miles, kilome-ters or months, whichever comesfirst.

Miles × 1,000(km × 1,000)Months

7.5(12)

6

15(24)12

22.5(36)18

30(48)24

37.5(60)30

45(72)36

52.5(84)42

60(96)48

Chassis and body maintenance

Brake lines & cables I I I I

Brake pads, rotors, drums & linings I I I I

Manual transmission gear oil & automatic transmission fluid I I I I

Steering gear & linkage, axle & suspension parts I I

Exhaust system I I

Drive shaft boots I I I I

Supplemental air bag system See NOTE (1)*

NOTE: *(1) Inspect the supplemental air bag system 10 years after the date of manufacture noted on the F.M.V.S.S. certification label.

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Emission control systemmaintenance

Drive belts* — Check drive belts for wear,fraying or cracking and also for proper tension.Replace any damaged drive belts.

Air cleaner filter — Under normal drivingconditions, the air cleaner filter should bereplaced in accordance with the maintenanceschedule. However, driving the vehicle industy areas may cause rapid clogging of theelement. Consequently, the element mayhave to be replaced more frequently.

EVAP vapor lines — Check vapor linesand connections for leaks, looseness ordeterioration. If leaks are found, replacethem.

Fuel lines — Check the fuel hoses, pipingand connections for leaks, looseness ordeterioration. Replace any damaged parts.

Fuel filter — If the vehicle is operated underextremely adverse weather conditions or inareas where ambient temperatures are ei-ther extremely low or extremely high, the

filter might become clogged. In such anevent, replace the filter immediately.

Engine coolant* — Drain and flush thecooling system.

Engine oil & oil filter* — Under normaldriving conditions, the engine oil and oil filtershould be replaced in accordance with themaintenance schedule. However, under se-vere driving conditions, they may have to bereplaced more frequently.

Spark plugs* — Replace with new plugshaving the correct heat range.

Intake & exhaust valve clearance —Check and adjust the valve clearance.

Chassis and body maintenanceBrake lines & cables — Check the brakelines and hoses (including brake boostervacuum hoses, connections & check valve)and parking brake cables for proper attach-ment, leaks, cracks, chafing, abrasion, de-terioration, etc.

Brake pads, rotors, drums & linings —Check these and the other brake compo-nents for wear, deterioration and leaks. Un-der severe driving conditions, they may haveto be inspected more frequently.

Manual & automatic transmission fluid*— Check the fluid level and visually inspectfor signs of leakage. Under severe drivingconditions, the fluid should be replaced atthe specified interval.

Steering gear & linkage, axle & suspen-sion parts, and drive shaft boots —Check for damage, looseness and leakageof oil or grease. Under severe driving con-ditions, inspection should be performedmore frequently.

Exhaust system — Visually check the ex-haust pipes, muffler, and hangers for properattachment, leaks, cracks, chafing, abra-sion, deterioration, etc. Under severedriving conditions, inspection should be per-formed more frequently.

Supplemental air bag system — Checkthe supplemental air bag system compo-nents for proper attachment, damage, de-formities, cracks, rust, etc. Work around andon the supplemental air bag system shouldbe done by an authorized NISSAN dealer.

EXPLANATION OFMAINTENANCE ITEMS

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10 Technical and consumer information

Capacities and recommended fuel/lubricants......10-2Fuel recommendation...........................................10-3Engine oil and oil filter recommendation..............10-5Recommended SAE viscosity number.................10-7Air conditioner system refrigerant andlubricant recommendations ..................................10-7Engine ..................................................................10-8Wheel/tire size......................................................10-9Dimensions and weights ......................................10-9Registering your vehicle in another country ......10-10Vehicle identification ..........................................10-10Vehicle identification number (VIN) plate...........10-10Vehicle identification number (chassisnumber) ..............................................................10-10

Engine serial number .........................................10-11F.M.V.S.S. certification label ..............................10-11Emission control information label .....................10-12Tire placard ........................................................10-12Air conditioner specification label.......................10-12Installing license plate........................................10-13Vehicle loading information................................10-13Trailer towing......................................................10-15Uniform tire quality grading................................10-18Emission control system warranty .....................10-19Reporting safety defects (USA) .........................10-19Readiness for inspection/maintenance (I/M)test (US only) .....................................................10-20

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The following are approximate capacities. The actual refill capacities may be a little different. When refilling, follow the procedureinstructed in the ‘‘Do-it-yourself’’ section to determine the proper refill capacity.

Capacity (Approximate)Recommended Fluids and LubricantsUS

measureImp

measure Liter

Fuel 13-1/4 gal 11 gal 50 Unleaded gasoline with an octane rating of at least 87 AKI (RON 91)*1Engine oil *7

Drain and refillWith oil filter change GA16DE 3-1/8 qt 2-5/8 qt 3.0

● API Certification Mark *2 *3● API grade SG/SH, Energy Conserving II or API grade SJ, Energy Con-

serving *2 *3● ILSAC grade GF-II *2 *3

SR20DE 3-5/8 qt 3 qt 3.4Without oil filter change GA16DE 2-7/8 qt 2-3/8 qt 2.7

SR20DE 3-3/8 qt 2-7/8 qt 3.2Cooling system

With reservoir

50% Genuine NISSAN Anti-freeze coolant or equivalent50% Demineralized water or Distilled water

Manual transmission: SR20DE 6-1/2 qt 5-1/2 qt 6.2GA16DE 5-1/2 qt 4-5/8 qt 5.2

Automatic transmission: SR20DE 6-1/2 qt 5-1/2 qt 6.2GA16DE 6 qt 5 qt 5.7

Manual transmission gear oilRS5F31A 6-1/8 - 6-3/4 pt 5-1/8 - 5-5/8 pt 2.9 - 3.2

API GL-4, Viscosity SAE 80W - 90 onlyRS5F32V 7-7/8 - 8-1/4 pt 6-1/2 - 6-7/8 pt 3.7 - 3.9

Automatic transmission fluidRefill to the proper level according to the instructions in the‘‘Do-it-yourself’’ section.

Nissan Matic ‘D’ (Continental U.S. and Alaska) or Genuine Nissan Auto-matic Transmission Fluid (Canada).*4

Power steering fluid Type DEXRONTMIII or equivalent.

Brake fluid Genuine Nissan Brake Fluid*5 or equivalentDOT 3 (US FMVSS No. 116)

Multi-purpose grease — — — NLGI No. 2 (Lithium Complex)Air conditioning system refrigerant — — — HFC-134a (R-134a)*6Air conditioning system lubricants Nissan A/C System Lubricant Type R or equivalent*6

*1: For further details, see ‘‘Fuel recommendation.’’*2: For further details, see ‘‘Engine oil and oil filter recommendations.’’*3: For further details, see ‘‘Recommended SAE engine oil viscosity.’’*4: DexronTM III/MerconTM or equivalent may also be used. Outside the Continental United States and Alaska contact a Nissan dealership for more information

regarding suitable fluids, including recommended brand(s) of DexronTM III/MerconTM Automatic Transmission Fluid.*5: Available in mainland USA through your Nissan dealer.*6: For further details, see “Air conditioner specification label.”*7: For further details, see ‘‘Changing engine oil.’’

CAPACITIES ANDRECOMMENDED FUEL/LUBRICANTS

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FUEL RECOMMENDATION

Your vehicle is designed to operate onunleaded gasoline with an octane ratingof at least 87 AKI (Anti-Knock Index)(Research octane number 91).

CAUTION● Using a fuel other than that specified

could adversely affect the emissioncontrol devices and systems, andcould also affect the warranty cover-age.

● Under no circumstances should aleaded gasoline be used, since thiswill damage the three way catalyst.

Reformulated GasolineSome fuel suppliers are now producing re-formulated gasolines. These gasolines arespecially designed to reduce vehicle emis-sions. NISSAN supports efforts towardscleaner air and suggests that you use refor-mulated gasoline when available.

Gasoline containing oxygenatesSome fuel suppliers sell gasoline containingoxygenates such as ethanol, MTBE and

methanol with or without advertising theirpresence. NISSAN does not recommendthe use of fuels of which the oxygenatecontent and the fuel compatibility for yourNISSAN cannot be readily determined. If indoubt, ask your service station manager.

If you use oxygenate-blend gasoline, pleasetake the following precautions as the usageof such fuels may cause vehicle performanceproblems and/or fuel system damage.

● The fuel should be unleaded andhave an octane rating no lower thanthat recommended for unleadedgasoline.

● If an oxygenate-blend other than amethanol blend is used, it shouldcontain no more than 10% oxygenate.(MTBE may, however, be added up to15%.)

● If a methanol blend is used, it shouldcontain no more than 5% methanol(methyl alcohol, wood alcohol). Itshould also contain a suitableamount of appropriate cosolventsand corrosion inhibitors. If not prop-erly formulated with appropriate co-solvents and corrosion inhibitors,

such methanol blends may causefuel system damage and/or vehicleperformance problems. At this time,sufficient data is not available to en-sure that all methanol blends are suit-able for use in NISSAN vehicles.

If any driveability problems such as enginestalling and hard hot-starting are experi-enced after using oxygenate-blend fuels,immediately change to a non-oxygenatefuel or a fuel with a low blend of MTBE.

Take care not to spill gasoline duringrefueling. Gasoline containing oxygen-ates can cause paint damage.

After Market Fuel AdditivesNISSAN does not recommend the use ofany fuel additives (i.e., fuel injector cleaners,octane boosters, intake valve deposit re-movers, etc.) which are sold commercially.Many of these additives intended for gum,varnish or deposit removal may contain ac-tive solvents or similar ingredients that canbe harmful to the fuel system and engine.

Octane rating tipsIn most parts of North America, you shoulduse unleaded gasoline with an octane rating

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of at least 87 AKI (Anti-Knock Index). How-ever, you may use unleaded gasoline withan octane rating as low as 85 AKI (Anti-Knock Index) in high altitude areas (over4,000 ft [1,219 m]) such as: Colorado, Mon-tana, New Mexico, Utah, Wyoming, north-eastern Nevada, southern Idaho, westernSouth Dakota, western Nebraska, and thepart of Texas which is directly south of NewMexico.

Using unleaded gasoline with an octanerating lower than stated above can causepersistent, heavy ‘‘spark knock.’’ (‘‘Sparkknock’’ is a metallic rapping noise.) Ifsevere, this can lead to engine damage. Ifyou detect a persistent heavy sparkknock even when using gasoline of thestated octane rating, or if you hear steadyspark knock while holding a steadyspeed on level roads, have an authorizedNISSAN dealer correct the condition.Failure to correct the condition is misuseof the vehicle, for which NISSAN is notresponsible.

Incorrect ignition timing may result in sparkknock, after-run and/or overheating, whichmay cause excessive fuel consumption orengine damage. If any of the above symp-

toms are encountered, have your vehiclechecked at an authorized NISSAN dealer orother competent service facility.

However, now and then you may noticelight spark knock for a short time whileaccelerating or driving up hills. This isnot a cause for concern, because youget the greatest fuel benefit when thereis light spark knock for a short timeunder heavy engine load.


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ENGINE OIL AND OIL FILTERRECOMMENDATION

Selecting the correct oilIt is essential to choose engine oil with thecorrect quality and viscosity to ensure sat-isfactory engine life and performance. NIS-SAN recommends the use of a low frictionoil (energy conserving oil) in order to im-prove fuel economy and conserve energy.Oils which do not have the specified qualitylabel should not be used as they couldcause engine damage.

Only those engine oils with the American

Petroleum Institute (API) CERTIFICATIONMARK on the front of the container shouldbe used. This type of oil supersedes theexisting API SG, SH, or SJ and EnergyConserving II categories.If you cannot find engine oil with the APICERTIFICATION MARK, use an API gradeSG/SH, Energy Conserving II or API gradeSJ, Energy Conserving oil. An oil with asingle designation SG or SH, or in combi-nation with other categories (for example,SG/CC or SG/CD) may also be used if onewith the API CERTIFICATION MARK can-not be found. An ILSAC grade GF-II oil canalso be used.

Mineral based or synthetic type oils may beused in your NISSAN vehicle. However,these oils must meet the API quality andSAE viscosity ratings specified for your ve-hicle. Do not mix mineral based and syn-thetic type oils in the engine.

Oil additives

NISSAN does not recommend the use of oiladditives. The use of an oil additive is notnecessary when the proper oil type is usedand maintenance intervals are followed.

Oil which may contain foreign matter or hasbeen previously used should not be used.

Oil viscosity

The engine oil viscosity or thicknesschanges with temperature. Because of this,it is important to select the engine oil viscos-ity based on the temperatures at which thevehicle will be operated before the next oilchange. The chart ‘‘Recommended SAEviscosity number’’ shows the recommendedoil viscosities for the expected ambient tem-peratures. Choosing an oil viscosity otherthan that recommended could cause seri-ous engine damage.

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Selecting the correct oil filterYour new NISSAN vehicle is equipped witha high-quality genuine NISSAN oil filter.When replacing, use a genuine NISSAN oilfilter or its equivalent for the reason de-scribed in ‘‘Change intervals’’.

Change intervalsThe oil and oil filter change intervals for yourengine are based on the use of the specifiedquality oils and filters. Oil and filter otherthan the specified quality, or oil and filterchange intervals longer than recommendedcould reduce engine life. Damage to theengine caused by improper maintenance oruse of incorrect oil and filter quality and/orviscosity is not covered by the new NISSANvehicle warranties.

Your engine was filled with a high qualityengine oil when it was built. You do not haveto change the oil before the first recom-mended change interval. Oil and filterchange intervals depend upon how you useyour vehicle.

Operation under the following conditionsmay require more frequent oil and filterchanges:

— repeated short distance driving at coldoutside temperatures,

— driving in dusty conditions,

— extensive idling,

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RECOMMENDED SAEVISCOSITY NUMBER

● SAE 5W-30 viscosity oil is preferredfor all temperatures. SAE 10W-30 vis-cosity oil may be used if the ambienttemperature is above 0°F (-18°C).

AIR CONDITIONER SYSTEM RE-FRIGERANT AND LUBRICANTRECOMMENDATIONS

The air conditioner in your NISSAN ve-hicle must be charged with the refriger-ant HFC-134a (R-134a) and the lubricant,NISSAN A/C system oil Type R or theexact equivalents.

CAUTIONUse of any other refrigerant or lubricantwill cause severe damage and you willneed to replace your vehicle’s entire airconditioner system.

The refrigerant HFC-134a (R-134a) in yourNISSAN vehicle does not harm the earth’sozone layer. Although this refrigerant doesnot affect the earth’s atmosphere, certaingovernmental regulations require the recov-ery and recycling of any refrigerant duringautomotive air conditioner system service.Your NISSAN dealer has the trained tech-nicians and equipment needed to recoverand recycle your air conditioner systemrefrigerant.

Contact your NISSAN dealer when servic-ing your air conditioner system.

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Model GA16DE SR20DE

Type Gasoline, 4-cycle, DOHC Gasoline, 4-cycle, DOHC

Cylinder arrangement 4-cylinder in-line 4-cylinder in-line

Bore × Stroke in (mm) 2.992 × 3.465 (76.0 × 88.0) 3.386 × 3.386 (86.0 × 86.0)

Displacement cu in (cm3) 97.45 (1,597) 121.92 (1,998)

Firing order 1-3-4-2 1-3-4-2

Idle speed rpm

See the ‘‘Emission Control label’’ on the underside of the hood.Ignition timing degree (B.T.D.C.) at idle speed

degree/rpm

CO percentage at idle speed[No air] %

Platinum-tipped type(Standard for SR20DE) Conventional type

Spark plug Hot BKR4E-11 BKR5E

Standard BKR5E-11 PFR5B-11 BKR6E

Cold BKR6E-11 PFR6B-11, PFR7B-11 BKR7E

Camshaft operation Timing chain Timing chain

Spark plug gap in (mm) 0.039 to 0.043 (1.0 to 1.1) — 0.031 to 0.035 (0.8 to 0.9)

Generator belt sizeWidth × Length in (mm)

0.843 x 32.28, (21.4 x 820)0.843 x 44.09, (21.4 x 1,120)*1

0.559 x 32.68, (14.2 x 830)0.843 x 40.75, (21.4 x 1,035)*1

*1: With air conditioner

The spark ignition system of this vehicle meets all requirements of the Canadian Interference-Causing Equipment Regulations.

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WheelDimension

Offset in(mm)

Road wheel

139 steel w/full cover XE 13 × 5J 1.38 (35)

149 steel w/full cover GXE 14 x 5.5JJ 1.47 (40)

149 aluminum alloy GLE 14 x 5.5JJ 1.57 (40)

159 aluminum alloy SE 15 × 6JJ 1.57 (40)

Conventional tire sizeP175/70R13 XE 13 x 5JP175/65R14 GXE, GLE 14 x 5.5JJP195/55R15 SE 15 x 6JJ

Spare tire sizeT115/70D14 XE, GXE, GLE 14 × 4TT135/70D15 SE 15 x 4T

SENTRA

Overall length in (mm) 171. (4,342)

Overall width in (mm) 66.6 (1,692)

Overall height in (mm) 54.5 (1,384)

Front tread13-inch in (mm) 58.3 (1,481)14/15-inch in (mm) 57.9 (1,471)

Rear tread13-inch in (mm) 56.9 (1,445)14/15-inch in (mm) 56.5 (1,435)

Wheelbase in (mm) 99.8 (2,535)

Gross vehicle weightrating lb (kg)

See the ‘‘F.M.V.S.S. certificationlabel’’ on the driver’s side doorpillar.

Gross axle weight rating

Front lb (kg)

Rear lb (kg)

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When planning to travel in another coun-try, you should first find out if the fuel avail-able is suitable for your vehicle’s engine.

Using fuel with too low an octane/cetanerating may cause engine damage. All gaso-line vehicles must be operated with un-leaded gasoline. Therefore, avoid takingyour vehicle to areas where appropriate fuelis not available.

When transferring the registration ofyour vehicle to another country, state,province or district, it may be necessary tomodify the vehicle to meet local laws andregulations.

The laws and regulations for motor vehicleemission control and safety standards varyaccording to the country, state, province ordistrict. Therefore, vehicle specificationsmay differ.

When any vehicle is to be taken intoanother country, state, province or dis-trict and registered, its modifications,transportation, and registration are theresponsibility of the user. NISSAN is notresponsible for any inconvenience thatmay result.

VEHICLE IDENTIFICATIONNUMBER (VIN) PLATEThe vehicle identification number (VIN)plate is attached to the top of the instrumentpanel on the driver’s side. This number isthe identification for your vehicle and isused in the vehicle registration.

VEHICLE IDENTIFICATIONNUMBER (Chassis number)The chassis number is stamped as shown.

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ENGINE SERIAL NUMBERThe engine serial number is stamped on theengine as shown.

F.M.V.S.S. CERTIFICATIONLABELThe Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard(F.M.V.S.S.) certification label is affixed asshown. This label contains valuable vehicleinformation, such as: Gross Vehicle WeightRatings (GVWR), Gross Axle Weight Rating(GAWR), month and year of manufacture,Vehicle Identification Number, (VIN), etc.Review it carefully.

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EMISSION CONTROL INFORMA-TION LABELThe emission control information label isattached as shown.

TIRE PLACARDThe cold tire pressure is shown on the tireplacard affixed to the driver side centerpillar.

AIR CONDITIONER SPECIFICA-TION LABELThe air conditioner specification label isaffixed as shown.

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Use the following steps to mount the licenseplate:

1. Make a hole in each plastic finisher at thelocation mark (small dimple) using a 0.31in (8 mm) drill. To avoid damaging thethreads behind the finisher, apply only

light pressure to the drill.

2. Mount the license plate using twoM6-14mm bolts.License plate bolt tightening torque:3.8 to 4.7 ft-lb (5.10 to 6.37 N zm)

VEHICLE LOADING INFORMATION

WARNING

● It is extremely dangerous to ride in acargo area inside of a vehicle. In acollision, people riding in these ar-eas are more likely to be seriouslyinjured or killed.

● Do not allow people to ride in anyarea of your vehicle that is notequipped with seats and seat belts.

● Be sure everyone in your vehicle is ina seat and using a seat belt properly.

Terms

It is important to familiarize yourself with thefollowing terms before loading your vehicle:

● Curb Weight (actual weight of your ve-hicle) - vehicle weight including: standardand optional equipment, fluids, emer-gency tools, and spare tire assembly.This weight does not include passen-gers and cargo.

● GVW (Gross Vehicle Weight) - curbweight plus the combined weight of pas-sengers and cargo.

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● GVWR (Gross Vehicle Weight Rating) -maximum total weight (load) limit speci-fied for the vehicle.

● GAWR (Gross Axle Weight Rating) -maximum weight (load) limit specified forthe front or rear axle.

Determining Vehicle Load Capacity

The load capacity of this vehicle is deter-mined by weight, not by available cargospace. For example, a luggage rack, bikecarrier, cartop carrier or similar equipmentdoes not increase the load carrying capacityof your vehicle.

To determine vehicle load capacity:

Vehicle weight can be determined by usinga commercial-grade scale, found at placessuch as a truck stop, gravel quarry, grainelevator, or a scrap metal recycling facility.

1) Determine the curb weight of your ve-hicle.

2) Compare the curb weight amount to theGVWR specified for your vehicle to de-termine how much more weight yourvehicle can carry.

3) After loading (cargo and passengers),

re-weigh your vehicle to determine ifeither GVWR or GAWR for your vehicleis exceeded. If GVWR is exceeded, re-move cargo as necessary. If either thefront or rear GAWR is exceeded, shift theload or remove cargo as necessary.

Loading Tips● The GVW must not exceed GVWR or

GAWR as specified on the F.M.V.S.S.Certification Label.

● Do not load the front and rear axle to theGAWR. Doing so will exceed the GVWR.

WARNING● Properly secure all cargo to help

prevent it from sliding or shifting. Donot place cargo higher than the seat-backs. In a sudden stop or collision,unsecured cargo could cause per-sonal injury.

● Do not load your vehicle any heavierthan the GVWR or the maximumfront and rear GAWRs. If you do,parts on your vehicle can break, or itcan change the way your vehiclehandles. This could result in loss ofcontrol and cause personal injury.

● Overloading can shorten the life ofyour vehicle. Failures caused byoverloading are not covered by yourwarranty.


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Your new vehicle was designed to be usedprimarily to carry passengers and cargo.Remember that towing a trailer places ad-ditional loads on your vehicle’s engine, drivetrain, steering, braking and other systems.

A Nissan Trailer Towing Guide (U.S. only)containing information on trailer towing abil-ity and the special equipment required maybe obtained from an authorized NISSANdealer.

Maximum load limits

Maximum trailer loads

Never allow the total trailer load to exceed1,000 lb (454 kg). The total trailer loadequals trailer weight plus its cargo weight.Towing loads greater than 1,000 lb (454 kg)or using improper towing equipment couldadversely affect vehicle handling, brakingand performance.

The ability of your vehicle to tow a trailer isnot only related to the maximum trailerloads, but also the places you plan to tow.Tow weights appropriate for level highwaydriving may have to be reduced on verysteep grades or in low traction situations (forexample, on slippery boat ramps).

WARNINGVehicle damage and/or personal injuryresulting from improper towing proce-dures is not covered by NISSAN war-ranties. Information on trailer towingand required towing equipment shouldbe obtained from dealers who special-ize in providing trailers or other towingequipment.

Tongue load

Keep the tongue load between 9 and 11%of the total trailer load. If the tongue loadbecomes excessive, rearrange cargo to al-low for proper tongue load.

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Maximum gross vehicle weight/maximumgross axle weight

The gross vehicle weight of the towingvehicle must not exceed the gross vehicleweight rating (GVWR) shown on theF.M.V.S.S. certification label. The gross ve-hicle weight equals the combined weight ofthe unloaded vehicle, passengers, luggage,hitch, trailer tongue load and any otheroptional equipment. In addition, front or reargross axle weight must not exceed thegross axle weight rating (GAWR) shown onthe F.M.V.S.S. certification label.

TOWING LOAD / SPECIFICATION CHART

UNIT: lb (kg)

MAXIMUMTOWING LOAD

1,000 (454)

MAXIMUMTONGUE LOAD

110 (49)

Trailer hitchChoose a proper hitch for your vehicle andtrailer. A genuine NISSAN trailer hitch isavailable from your NISSAN dealer (Canadaonly). Make sure the trailer hitch is securelyattached to the vehicle to help avoid personalinjury or property damage due to swaycaused by crosswinds, rough road surfacesor passing trucks.

CAUTION● Do not use axle-mounted hitches.● The hitch should not be attached to

or affect the operation of the impact-absorbing bumper.

● Do not modify the vehicle exhaustsystem, brake system, etc. when thehitch is installed.

● To reduce the possibility of addi-tional damage if your vehicle is

struck from the rear, where practicalremove the hitch when not in use.Remove receiver when not in use.

● After the hitch is removed, seal thebolt holes to prevent exhaust fumes,water or dust from entering the pas-senger compartment.

● Regularly check that all hitch mount-ing bolts are securely mounted.

Tire pressures● When towing a trailer, inflate the vehicle

tires to the recommended cold tire pres-sure indicated on the tire placard (lo-cated on the driver side center pillar).

● Trailer tire condition, size, load ratingand proper inflation pressure should bein accordance with the trailer and tiremanufacturers’ specifications.

Safety chainsAlways use suitable safety chains betweenyour vehicle and the trailer. Safety chainsshould be crossed and should be attachedto the hitch, not to the vehicle bumper oraxle. Be sure to leave enough slack in thechains to permit turning corners.

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Trailer lights

Trailer lights should comply with federaland/ or local regulations. When wiring thevehicle for towing, connect the stop and taillight pickup into the vehicle electrical circuit.

Trailer brakes

If your trailer is equipped with a brakingsystem, make sure it conforms to federaland/or local regulations and that it is prop-erly installed.

WARNING

Never connect a trailer brake systemdirectly to the vehicle brake system.

Pre-towing tips

● Be certain your vehicle maintains a levelposition when a loaded and/or unloadedtrailer is hitched. Do not drive the vehicle ifit has an abnormal nose-up or nose- downcondition; check for improper tongue load,overload, worn suspension or other pos-sible causes of either condition.

● Always secure items in the trailer toprevent load shift while driving.

● Be certain your rear view mirrors con-form to all federal, state or local regula-tions. If not, install any mirrors requiredfor towing before driving the vehicle.

Trailer towing tipsIn order to gain skill and an understandingof the vehicle’s behavior, you should prac-tice turning, stopping and backing up in anarea which is free from traffic. Steering,stability, and braking performance aresomewhat different than under normal driv-ing conditions.● Always secure items in the trailer to

prevent load shift while driving.● Avoid abrupt starts, acceleration or stops.● Avoid sharp turns or lane changes.● Always drive your vehicle at a moderate

speed.● Always block the wheels on both vehicle

and trailer when parking. Parking on aslope is not recommended; however, ifyou must do so, and if your vehicle isequipped with an automatic transmission,first block the wheels and apply the park-ing brake, and then move the transmis-sion shift selector lever into the P position.If you move the shift selector lever to the Pposition before blocking the wheels and

applying the parking brake, transmissiondamage could occur.

● When going down a hill, shift into a lowergear and use the engine braking effect.When ascending a long grade, down-shift the transmission to a lower gearand reduce speed to reduce chances ofengine overloading and/or overheating.

● If the engine temperature coolant risesto an extremely high temperature whenthe air conditioning system is on, turn offthe air conditioner. Coolant heat can beadditionally vented by opening the win-dows, switching the fan control to highand setting the temperature control tothe HOT position.

● Trailer towing requires more fuel thannormal circumstances.

● Avoid towing a trailer for your vehicle’sfirst 500 miles (800 km).

● Have your vehicle serviced more oftenthan at intervals specified in the recom-mended Maintenance Schedule.

● When making a turn, your trailer wheelswill be closer to the inside of the turnthan your vehicle wheels. To compen-sate for this, make a larger than normalturning radius during the turn.


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● Crosswinds and rough roads adverselyaffect vehicle/trailer handling, possiblycausing vehicle sway. When beingpassed by larger vehicles, be preparedfor possible changes in crosswinds thatcould affect vehicle handling. If swayingdoes occur, firmly grip the steeringwheel, steer straight ahead, and imme-diately (but gradually) reduce vehiclespeed. This combination helps to stabi-lize the vehicle. Never increase speed.

● Be careful when passing other vehicles.Passing while towing a trailer requiresconsiderably more distance than normalpassing. Remember the length of thetrailer must also pass the other vehiclebefore you can safely change lanes.

● To maintain engine braking efficiencyand electrical charging performance, donot use fifth gear (manual transmission)or overdrive (automatic transmission).

● Avoid holding the brake pedal down toolong or too frequently. This could causethe brakes to overheat, resulting in re-duced braking efficiency.

When towing a trailer, change the oil inthe transmission more frequently. Foradditional information see the ‘‘Mainte-nance’’ section earlier in this manual.

DOT Quality Grades: All passenger car tiresmust conform to Federal Safety Require-ments in addition to these grades.

Quality grades can be found where appli-cable on the tire sidewall between treadshoulder and maximum section width. Forexample:

Treadwear 200 Traction AA Temperature A

TreadwearTreadwear grade is a comparative ratingbased on tire wear rate when tested undercontrolled conditions on specified govern-ment test courses. For example, a tiregraded 150 would wear one and a half(1-1/2) times as well on the governmentcourse as a tire graded 100. However,relative tire performance depends on actualdriving conditions, and may vary signifi-cantly due to variations in driving habits,service practices and differences in roadcharacteristics and climate.

Traction AA, A, B and CThe traction grades, from highest to lowest,are AA, A, B, and C. Those grades repre-sent a tire’s ability to stop on wet pavementas measured under controlled conditions,on specified government test surfaces ofasphalt and concrete. A tire marked C mayhave poor traction performance.

WARNINGThe traction grade assigned to yourvehicle tires is based on straight-aheadbraking traction tests, and does notin-clude acceleration cornering, hydro-planing, or peak traction characteris-tics.

Temperature A, B and CTemperature grades are A (the highest), B,and C. They represent a tire’s resistance toheat build-up, and its ability to dissipateheat when tested under controlled condi-tions on a specified indoor laboratory testwheel. Sustained high temperature cancause tire material to degenerate, reducingtire life. Excessive temperatures can lead tosudden tire failure. Grade C corresponds toa performance level which all passenger cartires must meet under the Federal MotorVehicle Safety Standard No. 109. Grades Aand B represent higher levels of perfor-mance on laboratory test wheels than theminimum required by law.

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WARNINGThe temperature grade for this tire isestablished for a tire that is properlyinflated and not overloaded. Excessivespeed, under inflation, or excessiveloading, either separately or in combi-nation, can cause heat build-up andpossible tire failure.

Your NISSAN is covered by the followingemission warranties.

For USA1) Emission Defects Warranty

2) Emission Performance Warranty

For CanadaEmission Control System Warranty

Details of these warranties may be foundwith other vehicle warranties in your War-ranty Information and Maintenance LogBooklet that comes with your NISSAN. Ifyou did not receive a Warranty Informationand Maintenance Log Booklet, or it hasbecome lost, you may obtain a replacementby writing to:

● Nissan North America, Inc.Consumer Affairs DepartmentP.O. Box 191Gardena, CA. 90248-0191

● Nissan Canada Inc.5290 Orbitor DriveMississauga, Ontario, L4W 4Z5

If you believe that your vehicle has a defectwhich could cause a crash or could causeinjury or death, you should immediatelyinform the National Highway Traffic SafetyAdministration (NHTSA) in addition to no-tifying NISSAN.

If NHTSA receives similar complaints, itmay open an investigation, and if it findsthat a safety defect exists in a group ofvehicles, it may order a recall and remedycampaign. However, NHTSA cannot be-come involved in individual problems be-tween you, your dealer, or NISSAN.

To contact NHTSA, you may either call theAuto Safety Hotline toll-free at 1-800-424-9393 (or 366-0123 in the Washington, D.C.area) or write to: NHTSA, U.S. Depart-ment of Transportation, Washington, D.C.20590. You can also obtain other informa-tion about motor vehicle safety from theHotline.

You may notify NISSAN by contacting ourConsumer Affairs Department, toll-free, at1-800-NISSAN-1.

In Hawaii call (808) 836-0888.

EMISSION CONTROLSYSTEM WARRANTY

REPORTING SAFETYDEFECTS (USA)


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Due to legal requirements in some statesand Canadian provinces, your vehicle maybe required to be in the ready condition foran Inspection/Maintenance (I/M) test of theemission control system.

The vehicle is set to the ready conditionwhen it is driven through certain driving pat-terns. Usually, the ready condition can beobtained by ordinary usage of the vehicle.

If a powertrain system component is repairedor the battery is disconnected, the vehiclemay be reset to a not ready condition. Beforetaking the I/M test, drive the vehicle throughthe following pattern to set the vehicle to theready condition. If you cannot or do not wantto perform the driving pattern, a NISSANdealer can conduct it for you.

WARNINGAlways drive the vehicle in a safe man-ner according to traffic conditions andobey all traffic laws.

1. Start the engine when the engine coolanttemperature gauge needle points to C.Allow the engine to idle until the gaugeneedle points between the C and H (nor-mal operating temperature).

2. Accelerate the vehicle to 55 mph (88km/h), then quickly release the accelera-tor pedal completely and keep it releasedfor at least 6 seconds.

3. Quickly depress the accelerator pedal fora moment, then drive the vehicle at aspeed of 53 to 60 mph (86 to 96 km/h) forat least 5 minutes.

4. Stop the vehicle.

5. Accelerate the vehicle to 35 mph (55km/h) and maintain the speed for 20seconds.

6. Repeat steps four through five at leastthree times.

7. Accelerate the vehicle to 55 mph (88km/h) and maintain the speed for at least3 minutes.

8. Stop the vehicle and turn the engine off.

9. Repeat steps one through eight at leastone more time.

If step one through seven is interrupted,repeat the preceding step. Any safe drivingmode is acceptable between steps. Do notstop the engine until step seven is com-pleted.

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A Genuine NISSAN Service Manual is the bestsource of service and repair information for yourvehicle. Filled with wiring diagrams, illustrationsand step-by-step diagnostic and adjustmentprocedures, this manual is the same one usedby the factory trained technicians working at anauthorized Nissan dealership. Also availableare Genuine NISSAN Owner’s Manuals.For current pricing and availability of a Genu-ine NISSAN Service Manual or Genuine NIS-SAN Owner’s Manual, contact:

In the USA:See an authorized NISSAN dealer or contact:

Dyment Distribution Services20770 Westwood Dr.Strongsville OH 44136

In a hurry? Call 1-800-247-5321 and chargeyour purchase to Visa/Master Card.

In Canada:To purchase a copy of a Genuine NISSANService Manual or Owner’s Manual pleasecontact your nearest NISSAN Dealer. For thephone number and location of a NISSANDealer in your area call the Nissan SatisfactionCenter at 1-800-387-0122 and a bilingual NIS-SAN representative will assist you.Also available are Genuine NISSAN Serviceand Owner’s Manuals for older Nissan models.


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11 Index

A

Air bag (See supplemental restraintsystem) ........................................................ 1-6Air bag warning light .......................... 1-11, 2-6Air cleaner housing filter............................ 8-19Air conditioner

Air conditioner operation ........................ 4-5Air conditioner specification label ....... 10-12Air conditioner system refrigerant andlubrication recommendations................ 10-7Heater and air conditioner controls ........ 4-3Servicing air conditioner ......................... 4-9

Air flow charts .............................................. 4-6Alarm system (See theft warning) ............... 2-9Anchor point locations ............................... 1-31Anti-lock brake system (ABS).................... 5-18Anti-lock brake warning light ....................... 2-7Ashtray (See cigarette lighter andashtray) ...................................................... 2-14Audio system

AM-FM radio with cassette player........ 4-10AM-FM radio with cassette player andcompact disc player.............................. 4-20AM-FM radio with compact disc (CD)player .................................................... 4-15

AutomaticAutomatic power window switch .......... 2-17Automatic transmission fluid (ATF) ...... 8-11Driving with automatic transmission....... 5-6Transmission selector lever lockrelease .................................................... 5-5

B

Battery........................................................ 8-15Battery

Charge warning light .............................. 2-5Before starting the engine ........................... 5-5Belts (See drive belts) ............................... 8-17Brake

Anti-lock brake system (ABS) .............. 5-18Brake booster ....................................... 8-23Brake fluid............................................. 8-14Brake light (See stop light) ................... 8-27Brake pedal .......................................... 8-22Brake system........................................ 5-17Brake warning light ................................. 2-7Brake wear indicators ................... 2-8, 8-23Parking brake check............................. 8-22Parking brake operation ....................... 5-12

Break-in schedule ...................................... 5-15Bulb check/instrument panel ....................... 2-5

C

Capacities and recommended fuel/lubricants.................................................... 10-2Cargo (See vehicle loadinginformation) .............................................. 10-13Cassette player (See audio system) ......... 4-10CB radio or car phone ............................... 4-27Check engine indicator light(See malfunction indicator light) .................. 2-8Child restraints ................................. 1-15, 1-21Child safety rear door lock .......................... 3-8Cigarette lighter (accessory) andashtray ....................................................... 2-14Cleaning exterior and interior ...................... 7-2Clock ....................................... 4-11, 4-16, 4-21Clutch

Clutch pedal.......................................... 8-24Cold weather driving.................................. 5-19Controls

Heater and air conditioner controls ........ 4-3Coolant

Capacities and recommended fuel/lubricants .............................................. 10-2Changing engine coolant........................ 8-6Checking engine coolant level ............... 8-5Engine coolant temperature gauge ........ 2-3

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Corrosion protection .................................... 7-5Cruise control............................................. 5-13Cup holder ................................................. 2-15

D

Daytime running light system(Canada only) ............................................ 2-12Defogger switch

Rear window defogger switch .............. 2-11Dimensions and weights............................ 10-9Door ajar warning light ................................ 2-6Door locks.................................................... 3-2Drive belts.................................................. 8-17Driving

Cold weather driving............................. 5-19Driving with automatic transmission....... 5-6Driving with manual transmission........... 5-9Precautions when starting and driving ... 5-2

E

Economy - fuel........................................... 5-15Emission control information label........... 10-12Emission control system warranty........... 10-19Engine

Before starting the engine ...................... 5-5Capacities and recommended fuel/lubricants .............................................. 10-2Changing engine coolant........................ 8-6Changing engine oil................................ 8-9

Changing engine oil filter...................... 8-10Checking engine coolant level ............... 8-5Checking engine oil level ....................... 8-8Engine compartment check locations ... 8-3,8-4Engine coolant temperature gauge ........ 2-3Engine cooling system ........................... 8-5Engine oil ................................................ 8-8Engine oil and oil filterrecommendation ................................... 10-5Engine oil pressure warning light ........... 2-5Engine oil viscosity ............................... 10-5Engine serial number ......................... 10-11Engine specifications............................ 10-8Starting the engine ............................... 5-11

Exhaust gas (Carbon monoxide)................. 5-2

F

Flashers (See hazard warning flasherswitch)........................................................ 2-14Flat tire......................................................... 6-2Floor mat positioning aid ............................. 7-4Fluid

Automatic transmission fluid (ATF) ...... 8-11Brake fluid............................................. 8-14Capacities and recommended fuel/lubricants .............................................. 10-2Engine coolant........................................ 8-5Engine oil ................................................ 8-8Power steering fluid.............................. 8-13Window washer fluid ............................ 8-14

F.M.V.S.S. certification label ................... 10-11Front fog light switch ................................. 2-13Front seats................................................... 1-2Fuel

Capacities and recommended fuel/lubricants .............................................. 10-2Fuel economy ....................................... 5-15Fuel filler cap ........................................ 3-12Fuel filler lid lock opener lever ............. 3-12Fuel gauge.............................................. 2-4Fuel octane rating................................. 10-3Fuel recommendation........................... 10-3

Fuses ......................................................... 8-24Fusible links ............................................... 8-24

G

GaugeEngine coolant temperature gauge ........ 2-3Fuel gauge.............................................. 2-4Speedometer .......................................... 2-3Tachometer............................................. 2-3Trip odometer ......................................... 2-3

General maintenance .................................. 9-2Glove box................................................... 3-10

H

Hazard warning flasher switch .................. 2-14Head restraints ............................................ 1-4Headlight aiming adjustment ..................... 8-27

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Headlight and turn signal switch ............... 2-12Headlights .................................................. 8-26Heater

Heater and air conditioner controls ........ 4-3Heater operation..................................... 4-4

Hood release ............................................... 3-9

I

Ignition switch .............................................. 5-4Increasing fuel economy............................ 5-15Indicator lights and chimes (See warning/indicator lights and chimes)......................... 2-5Inside mirror............................................... 3-15Instrument brightness control .................... 2-13Interior light ................................................ 2-18

J

Jump starting ............................................... 6-8

K

Key............................................................... 3-2Keyless entry system (See multi-remotecontrol system) ............................................ 3-4

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LabelsAir conditioner specification label ....... 10-12Emission control information label...... 10-12Engine serial number ......................... 10-11F.M.V.S.S. certification label .............. 10-11Vehicle identification number (VIN)plate .................................................... 10-10Warning labels (for SRS) ..................... 1-11

License plateInstalling the license plate .................. 10-13

LightAir bag warning light ..................... 1-11, 2-6Brake light (See stop light) ................... 8-27Bulb check/instrument panel .................. 2-5Charge warning light .............................. 2-5Front fog light switch ............................ 2-13Headlight aiming adjustment ................ 8-27Headlight and turn signal switch .......... 2-12Headlights............................................. 8-26Interior light........................................... 2-18Light bulbs ............................................ 8-26Trunk light............................................. 2-19Warning/indicator lights and chimes ...... 2-5

LockChild safety rear door lock ..................... 3-8Door locks............................................... 3-2Fuel filler lid lock opener lever ............. 3-12Trunk lid lock opener lever ................... 3-10

Luggage (See vehicle loadinginformation) .............................................. 10-13

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MaintenanceGeneral maintenance ............................. 9-2Inside the vehicle.................................... 9-3Maintenance precautions ....................... 8-2Outside the vehicle................................. 9-2Periodic maintenance schedules............ 9-5Seat belt maintenance.......................... 1-21Under the hood and vehicle ................... 9-4

Malfunction indicator lamp (MIL) ................. 2-8Manual windows ........................................ 2-16Meters and gauges...................................... 2-2Mirror

Inside mirror.......................................... 3-15Outside mirror control ........................... 3-14Vanity mirror ......................................... 3-15

Multi-remote control system ........................ 3-4

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Octane rating (See fuel octane rating) ...... 10-3Oil

Capacities and recommended fuel/lubricants .............................................. 10-2Changing engine oil................................ 8-9Changing engine oil filter...................... 8-10Checking engine oil level ....................... 8-8

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Engine oil ................................................ 8-8Engine oil and oil filterrecommendation ................................... 10-5Engine oil viscosity ............................... 10-5

Opener lever for trunk lid........................... 3-10Outside mirror control ................................ 3-14Overdrive switch................................... 5-8, 5-9Overheat

If your vehicle overheats ...................... 6-10Owner’s manual order form..................... 10-21Owner’s manual/service manual orderforms........................................................ 10-21

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ParkingParking brake check............................. 8-22Parking brake operation ....................... 5-12Parking/parking on hills ........................ 5-16

Periodic maintenance schedules................. 9-5Power

Power steering fluid.............................. 8-13Power windows..................................... 2-16Rear power windows ............................ 2-17

Power LockPower door locks.................................... 3-3

PrecautionsMaintenance precautions ....................... 8-2Precautions on seat belt usage............ 1-13Precautions when starting and driving ... 5-2

Push starting.............................................. 6-10

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RadioAM-FM radio with cassette player........ 4-10AM-FM radio with cassette player andcompact disc player.............................. 4-20AM-FM radio with compact disc (CD)player .................................................... 4-15CB radio or car phone.......................... 4-27

Readiness for inspection maintenance (I/M)test ........................................................... 10-20Rear power windows ................................. 2-17Rear seat ..................................................... 1-5Rear window defogger switch ................... 2-11Refrigerant recommendation ..................... 10-7Registering your vehicle in anothercountry ..................................................... 10-10Remote keyless entry system (Seemulti-remote control system) ....................... 3-4Reporting safety defects (USA)............... 10-19

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SafetyChild safety rear door lock ..................... 3-8Reporting safety defects (USA).......... 10-19

Seat adjustment........................................... 1-2Seat belt

Precautions on seat belt usage............ 1-13Seat belt extenders .............................. 1-21Seat belt maintenance.......................... 1-21Seat belts.............................................. 1-13

Shoulder belt height adjustment........... 1-18Three-point type with retractor ............. 1-16

Seat belt warning light ................................. 2-6Seats

Front seats.............................................. 1-2Rear seat ................................................ 1-5

Servicing air conditioner .............................. 4-9Shift lock release ......................................... 5-5Shifting

Automatic transmission .......................... 5-7Manual transmission............................. 5-10

Shoulder belt height adjustment................ 1-18Spark plug replacement............................. 8-18Speedometer ............................................... 2-3SRS warning label ..................................... 1-11Starting

Before starting the engine ...................... 5-5Jump starting .......................................... 6-8Precautions when starting and driving ... 5-2Push starting......................................... 6-10Starting the engine ............................... 5-11

SteeringPower steering fluid.............................. 8-13Tilting steering wheel............................ 3-14

Stop light.................................................... 8-27Sunroof ...................................................... 2-18Supplemental restraint system(Supplemental air bag system).................... 1-6Switch

Automatic power window switch .......... 2-17Front fog light switch ............................ 2-13Hazard warning flasher switch ............. 2-14

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Headlight and turn signal switch .......... 2-12Ignition switch ......................................... 5-4Overdrive switch.............................. 5-8, 5-9Rear window defogger switch .............. 2-11Windshield wiper and washer switch ... 2-11

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Tachometer.................................................. 2-3Theft warning ............................................... 2-9Three way catalyst....................................... 5-2Tilting steering wheel................................. 3-14Tire

Flat tire.................................................... 6-2Spare tire....................................... 6-2, 8-36Tire chains ............................................ 8-34Tire placard......................................... 10-12Tire pressure ........................................ 8-33Tire rotation .......................................... 8-34Types of tires........................................ 8-33Uniform tire quality grading ................ 10-18Wheels and tires................................... 8-33Wheel/tire size ...................................... 10-9

TowingTow truck towing .................................. 6-11Towing load/specification chart .......... 10-16Trailer towing ...................................... 10-15

TransmissionAutomatic transmission fluid (ATF) ...... 8-11Driving with automatic transmission....... 5-6Driving with manual transmission........... 5-9Selector lever lock release ..................... 5-5

Travel (See registering your vehicle inanother country)....................................... 10-10Trip odometer .............................................. 2-3Trunk access through the rear seat ............ 1-5Trunk lid lock opener lever ........................ 3-10Trunk light .................................................. 2-19Tuning ........................................................ 4-11

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Uniform tire quality grading ..................... 10-18

V

Vanity mirror .............................................. 3-15Vehicle dimensions and weights ............... 10-9Vehicle identification number (VIN)(chassis number) ..................................... 10-10Vehicle identification number (VIN)plate ......................................................... 10-10Vehicle recovery ........................................ 6-12Ventilators .................................................... 4-2

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WarningAir bag warning light ..................... 1-11, 2-6Hazard warning flasher switch ............. 2-14Theft warning.......................................... 2-9Warning labels (for SRS) ..................... 1-11Warning/indicator lights and chimes ...... 2-5

Weights (See dimensions and weights) .... 10-9Wheels and tires........................................ 8-33Wheel/tire size ........................................... 10-9When traveling or registering your vehiclein another country.................................... 10-10Window washer fluid.................................. 8-14Windows

Locking passengers’ windows.............. 2-16Manual windows ................................... 2-16Power windows..................................... 2-16Rear power windows ............................ 2-17

Windshield wiper and washer switch ........ 2-11Wiper

Windshield wiper and washer switch ... 2-11Wiper blades......................................... 8-21

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Recommended fuel:Unleaded gasoline, at least 87 AKI (RON 91).For further information on items such as gaso-hol, see ‘‘Fuel recommendation’’ in the ‘‘Tech-nical and consumer information’’ section.

Recommended engine oil:● API Certification Mark● API grade SG/SH, Energy Conserving II

or API grade SJ, Energy Conserving● ILSAC grade GF-II

See ‘‘Engine oil and oil filter recommenda-tion’’ in the ‘‘Technical and consumer infor-mation’’ section.

Tire cold pressure:See tire placard affixed to the driver sidecenter pillar.

Recommended new vehiclebreak-in procedure:During the first 1,000 miles (1,600 km) ofvehicle use, follow the recommendations out-lined in the “BREAK-IN SCHEDULE Informa-tion found in the “Starting and Driving” sectionof this Owner’s Manual. Follow these recom-mendations for the future reliability andeconomy of your new vehicle. Failure to followthese recommendations may result in vehicledamage or shortened engine life.

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