Nissan Frontier (2011) Bedienungsanleitung

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Inhaltsverzeichnis der Gebrauchsanleitungen

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    ® 2011 FRON T I E R OWN E R’S MAN UAL For y our s afety , read car efully and keep in this v ehicle. 2011 F R ONTI E R D40-D Printing : July 2010 (13) Publication No.: OM1E 0D40U0 Printed in U .S.A. D40-D[...]

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    W elcome to the growing family of new NISSAN owners. This vehicle is delivered to you with confidence. It was produced using the latest techniques and strict quality control. This manual was prepared to help you under- stand the operation and maintenance of your vehicle so that you may enjoy many miles (kilome- ters) of driving pleasure. Please rea[...]

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    MODIFICA TION OF Y OUR VEHICLE This vehicle should not be modified. Modification could affect its performance, safety or durability, and may even violate governmental regulations. In addition, damage or per- formance problems resulting from modi- fications may not be covered under NISSAN warranties. This manual includes information for all options [...]

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    CALIFORNIA PROPOSITION 65 WARNING WARNING Engine exhaust, some of its constituents, and certain vehicle components contain or emit chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer and birth de- fects or other reproductive harm. In addi- tion, certain fluids contained in vehicles and certain products of component wear contain or emit chemi[...]

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    NISSAN CARE S... Both NISSAN and your NISSAN dealer are dedicated to serving all your automotive needs. Y our satisfaction with your vehicle and your NISSAN dealer are our primary concerns. Y our NISSAN dealer is always available to assist you with all your automobile sales and service needs. However, if there is something that your NISSAN dealer c[...]

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    T able of Contents Illustrated table of contents Safety—Seats, seat belts and supplemental restraint system Instruments and controls Pre-driving checks and adjustments Heater, air conditioner, audio and phone systems Starting and driving In case of emergency Appearance and care Maintenance and do-it-yourself T echnical and consumer information In[...]

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    0 Illustrated table of contents Air bags, seat belts and child restraints ..............0 - 2 Exterior front ......................................0 - 3 Exterior rear .......................................0 - 4 Passenger compartment ...........................0 - 5 Instrument panel ...................................0 - 6 Engine compartment check [...]

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    1. 2nd row seat belts (P . 1-13) 2. Roof-mounted curtain side-impact and rollover supplemental air bag (P . 1-61) 3. Front seat belts (P . 1-13) 4. Head restraints (P . 1-6) 5. Supplemental front-impact air bags (P . 1-68) 6. Seats (P . 1-2) 7. Occupant classification sensor (pressure sensor) (P . 1-68) 8. Seat belt with pretensioners (P . 1-74) 9.[...]

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    1. Engine hood (P . 8-6) 2. Windshield wiper and washer switch (P . 2-26) 3. Windshield (P . 8-22) 4. Windows (P . 2-47) 5. Door locks, keyfob (if so equipped) , keys (P . 3-3, 3-6, 3-2) 6. Mirrors (P . 3-14) 7. Tire pressure (P . 8-32) 8. Flat tire (P . 6-3) 9. Tire chains (P . 8-39) 10. Headlight and turn signal switch (P . 2-28); Replacing bulbs[...]

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    1. Rear sliding window (if so equipped) (P . 2-49) 2. V ehicle loading (P . 9-13) 3. T ruck box, tailgate (P . 3-16) 4. Replacing bulbs (P . 8-28) 5. Fuel-filler cap, fuel recommendation (P . 3-11, P . 9-4) See the page number indicated in paren- theses for operating details. LII0053 EXTERIOR REAR 0-4 Illustrated table of contents[...]

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    1. Map lights (if so equipped) (P . 2-52) 2. Sun visors (P . 3-13) 3. Rearview mirror (if so equipped) (P . 3-14) 4. V ents (P . 4-2) 5. Glove box (P . 2-41) 6. Shift selector (automatic transmission, if so equipped) (P . 5-13) 7. Cup holders (P . 2-43) 8. Front seats (P . 1-2) 9. Console box (P . 2-41) 10. Rear seats (P . 1-11) 11. Flat tire/Jacki[...]

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    1. V ents (P . 4-2) 2. Headlight/fog light (if so equipped)/turn signal switch (P . 2-28) 3. Steering wheel switch for audio control (if so equipped)/Bluetooth 姞 Hands- Free Phone System (if so equipped) (P . 4-35, P . 4-37) 4. Driver supplemental air bag/horn (P . 1-61, P . 2-32) 5. Meters, gauges and warning/indicator lights (P . 2-3, 2-14) 6. [...]

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    15. Electronic locking rear differential (E-Lock) system switch (if so equipped) (P . 2-35) Heated seat switch (if so equipped) (P . 2-33) Hill descent control switch (if so equipped) (P . 2-34) V ehicle Dynamic Control (VDC) OFF switch (if so equipped) (P . 2-34) 16. Shift selector (P . 5-13,5-17) 17. 4WD shift switch (if so equipped) (P . 5-24) 1[...]

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    QR25DE engine 1. Windshield-washer fluid reservoir (P . 8-15) 2. Fuse/fusible link box (P . 8-24) 3. Fuse and relay box (P . 8-24) 4. Air cleaner (P . 8-20) 5. Engine oil filler cap (P . 8-10) 6. Engine oil dipstick (P . 8-10) 7. Brake fluid reservoir/Clutch fluid reservoir (M/T model) (P . 8-14) 8. Drive belt location (P . 8-18) 9. Radiator cap (P[...]

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    VQ40DE engine 1. Windshield-washer fluid reservoir (P . 8-15) 2. Fuse/fusible link box (P . 8-24) 3. Fuse and relay box (P . 8-24) 4. Engine oil filler cap (P . 8-10) 5. Engine oil dipstick (P . 8-10) 6. Brake fluid reservoir/Clutch fluid reservoir (M/T model) (P . 8-14) 7. Air cleaner (P . 8-20) 8. Drive belt location (P . 8-18) 9. Radiator cap (P[...]

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    W arning light Name Page or Anti-lock Braking System (ABS) warn- ing light 2-15 Automatic transmis- sion oil temperature warning light (if so equipped) 2-15 Automatic transmis- sion park warning light ( model) 2-15 or Brake warning light 2-16 Charge warning light 2-16 W arning light Name Page Door open warning light 2-16 Engine oil pressure warning[...]

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    Indicator light Name Page High beam indicator light (blue) 2-21 Hill descent control system on indicator light (if so equipped) 2-34 Malfunction Indica- tor Light (MIL) 2-21 Overdrive off indica- tor light (A/T models only) 2-22 Security indicator light (if so equipped) 2-22 Slip indicator light for models with ABLS (if so equipped) 2-22 Indicator [...]

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    1 Safety—Seats, seat belts and supplemental restraint system Seats ............................................1 - 2 Front manual seat adjustment (if so equipped) ................................1 - 2 Front power seat adjustment (if so equipped) ................................1 - 4 Jump seat (King cab) ...........................1 - 5 Armrest ..[...]

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    Installing top tether strap (Rear bench seat – Crew cab models only) ....... 1-55 Booster seats ................................. 1-56 Supplemental restraint system ..................... 1-61 Precautions on supplemental restraint system ....................................... 1-61 Supplemental air bag warning labels ............. 1-75 Supplementa[...]

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    WARNING ● Do not ride in a moving vehicle when the seatback is reclined. This can be dangerous. The shoulder belt will not be against your body. In an accident, you could be thrown into it and receive neck or other serious injuries. Y ou could also slide under the lap belt and receive serious internal injuries. ● For the most effective protecti[...]

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    Forward and backward Pull the lever up and hold it while you slide the seat forward or backward to the desired position. Release the lever to lock the seat in position. Reclining T o recline the seatback, pull the lever up and lean back. T o bring the seatback forward, pull the lever up and lean your body forward. Release the lever to lock the seat[...]

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    FRONT POWER SEAT ADJUSTMENT (if so equipped) Operating tips ● The power seat motor has an auto-reset overload protection circuit. If the motor stops during operation, wait 30 seconds, then reactivate the switch. ● Do not operate the power seat switch for a long period of time when the engine is off. This will discharge the battery . Forward and[...]

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    Seat lifter (if so equipped for driver’s seat) Push the front or rear end of the switch up or down to adjust the angle and height of the seat cushion. Lumbar support (if so equipped for driver’s seat) The lumbar support feature provides lower back support to the driver. Move the lever forward or backward to adjust the seat lumbar area. JUMP SEA[...]

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    ARMREST T o use the center armrest on the 2nd row bench seat, pull on the tab in the center of the seat and fold it down to the resting position. HEAD RESTRAINTS WARNING Head restraints supplement the other ve- hicle safety systems. They may provide additional protection against injury in cer- tain rear end collisions. Adjust the head restraints pr[...]

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    Components 1. Head restraint 2. Adjustment notches 3. Lock knob 4. Stalks Adjustment Adjust the head restraint so the center is level with the center of the seat occupant’s ears. T o raise the head restraint, pull it up. LRS0887 WRS0134 LRS0888 Safety—Seats, seat belts and supplemental restraint system 1-7[...]

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    T o lower, push and hold the lock knob and push the head restraint down. Removal Use the following procedure to remove the ad- justable head restraints. 1. Pull the head restraint up to the highest position. 2. Push and hold the lock knob. 3. Remove the head restraint from the seat. 4. Store the head restraint properly so it is not loose in the veh[...]

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    Front-seat Active Head Restraints The Active Head Restraint moves forward utiliz- ing the force that the seatback receives from the occupant in a rear-end collision. The movement of the head restraint helps support the occu- pant’s head by reducing its backward movement and helping absorb some of the forces that may lead to whiplash-type injuries[...]

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    Folding the front passenger’s seatback (if so equipped) T o fold the front passenger’s seatback flat for extra storage length when transporting long items: 䊊 1 Slide the seat to the rearmost position. Lift up on the recline lever, located on the out- side edge of the seat, and fold the seatback forward as far as it will go. Then lift up on th[...]

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    Folding the rear bench seat T o fold the rear bench seat up: 䊊 1 Lift up on the lever, located on the side of the seat, while lifting the front of the seat cushion up. 䊊 2 Fold the bottom of the seat cushion toward the back of the vehicle until it locks in place. 䊊 3 Repeat this process to raise and secure the seat cushion on the other side o[...]

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    WARNING ● When the vehicle is being used to carry cargo, properly secure all cargo to help prevent it from sliding or shifting. Do not place cargo higher than the seat- backs. In a sudden stop or collision, unsecured cargo could cause personal injury. ● Do not allow people to ride in any area of your vehicle that is not equipped with seats and [...]

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    PRECAUTIONS ON SEAT BELT USAGE If you are wearing your seat belt properly ad- justed and you are sitting upright and well back in your seat with both feet on the floor, your chances of being injured or killed in an accident and/or the severity of injury may be greatly reduced. NISSAN strongly encourages you and all of your passengers to buckle up e[...]

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    WARNING ● Every person who drives or rides in this vehicle should use a seat belt at all times. Children should be properly re- strained in the rear seat and, if appro- priate, in a child restraint. WARNING ● The seat belt should be properly ad- justed to a snug fit. Failure to do so may reduce the effectiveness of the entire restraint system a[...]

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    WARNING ● Always route the shoulder belt over your shoulder and across your chest. Never put the belt behind your back, under your arm or across your neck. The belt should be away from your face and neck, but not falling off your shoulder. ● Position the lap belt as low and snug as possible AROUND THE HIPS, NOT THE WAIST . A lap belt worn too h[...]

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    PREGNANT WOMEN NISSAN recommends that pregnant women use seat belts. The seat belt should be worn snug and always position the lap belt as low as possible around the hips, not the waist. Place the shoulder belt over your shoulder and across your chest. Never run the lap/shoulder belt over your ab- dominal area. Contact your doctor for specific reco[...]

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    䊊 2 Slowly pull the seat belt out of the retractor and insert the tongue into the buckle until you hear and feel the latch engage. ● The retractor is designed to lock dur- ing a sudden stop or on impact. A slow pulling motion permits the seat belt to move, and allows you some freedom of movement in the seat. ● If the seat belt cannot be pulle[...]

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    WARNING When fastening the seat belts, be certain that the seatbacks are completely se- cured in the latched position. If they are not completely secured, passengers may be injured in an accident or sudden stop. Fastening the seat belts (Jump seats King cab models) 1. Open the jump seat. See “Seats” earlier in this section. 䊊 2 Slowly pull th[...]

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    䊊 3 P osition the lap belt portion low and snug on the hips as shown. 䊊 4 Pull the shoulder belt portion toward the retractor to take up extra slack. Be sure the shoulder belt is routed over your shoulder and across your chest. The jump seat position’s three-point seat belts have two modes of operation: ● Emergency Locking Retractor (ELR) ?[...]

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    T o increase your confidence in the seat belts, check the operation as follows: ● Grasp the shoulder belt and pull forward quickly . The retractor should lock and re- strict further belt movement. If the retractor does not lock during this check or if you have any questions about seat belt opera- tion, see a NISSAN dealer. Shoulder belt height ad[...]

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    WARNING ● Only NISSAN seat belt extenders, made by the same company which made the original equipment seat belts, should be used with NISSAN seat belts. ● Adults and children who can use the standard seat belt should not use an extender. Such unnecessary use could result in serious personal injury in the event of an accident. ● Never use seat[...]

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    WARNING Infants and children need special protec- tion. The vehicle’s seat belts may not fit them properly. The shoulder belt may come too close to the face or neck. The lap belt may not fit over their small hip bones. In an accident, an improperly fitting seat belt could cause serious or fatal injury. Always use appropriate child restraints. All[...]

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    PRECAUTIONS ON CHILD RESTRAINTS WARNING ● Failure to follow the warnings and in- structions for proper use and installa- tion of child restraints could result in serious injury or death of a child or other passengers in a sudden stop or collision: – Do not install rear-facing child re- straints in the driver’s side rear seat- ing position. ?[...]

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    – Even with the NISSAN Advanced Air Bag System, never install a rear- facing child restraint in the front seat. An inflating air bag could seri- ously injure or kill a child. A rear- facing child restraint must only be used in the rear seat. – Be sure to purchase a child restraint that will fit the child and vehicle. Some child restraints may n[...]

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    LA T CH (Lower Anchors and T ethers for CHildren) SYSTEM Y our vehicle is equipped with special anchor points that are used with LA T CH (Lower Anchors and T ethers for CHildren) system compatible child restraints. This system may also be referred to as the ISOFIX or ISOFIX compatible system. With this system, you do not have to use a vehicle seat [...]

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    LA T CH lower anchor location The LA T CH lower anchors are located at the rear of the seat cushion near the seatback. A label is attached to the seatback (Crew cab models only) to help you locate the LA T CH lower anchors. Installing child restraint LA T CH lower anchor attachments LA T CH compatible child restraints include two rigid or webbing-m[...]

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    When installing a child restraint, carefully read and follow the instructions in this manual and those supplied with the child restraint. T op tether anchor WARNING Do not allow cargo to contact the top tether strap when it is attached to the top tether anchor. Properly secure the cargo so it does not contact the top tether strap. Cargo that is not[...]

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    ● Under the rear window behind the rear bench seat (Crew cab only) as shown. ● On the floor between the jump seat belt buckles in the center of the vehicle (King cab only) as shown. The anchor point 䊊 3 is located on the floor be- tween the jump seat belt buckles in the center of the vehicle. The routing bracket 䊊 2 is located behind the co[...]

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    2. Secure the child restraint anchor attach- ments to the LA T CH lower anchors. Check to make sure the LA T CH attachment is prop- erly attached to the lower anchors. 3. For child restraints that are equipped with webbing-mounted attachments, remove any additional slack from the anchor attach- ments. Press downward and rearward firmly in the cente[...]

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    4. After attaching the child restraint, test it be- fore you place the child in it. Push it from side to side while holding the child restraint near the LA TCH attachment path. The child re- straint should not move more than 1 inch (25 mm) , from side to side. T ry to tug it forward and check to see if the LA T CH attachment holds the restraint in [...]

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    WARNING ● The three-point seat belt with Auto- matic Locking Retractor (ALR) must be used when installing a child restraint. Failure to use the ALR mode will result in the child restraint not being properly secured. The restraint could tip over or be loose and cause injury to a child in a sudden stop or collision. Also, it can change the operatio[...]

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    Refer to all W arnings and Cautions in the “Child Safety” and “Child Restraint” sections before in- stalling a child restraint. Follow these steps to install a child restraint on the jump seat. 1. T o access the jump seat extension (passen- ger’s side only) 䊊 1 on the jump seat, pull up 䊊 2 on the extension to unfold it to the open po[...]

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    4. Secure the child restraint anchor attach- ments to the LA T CH lower anchors. Check to make sure the LA T CH attachment is prop- erly attached to the lower anchors. 5. For child restraints that are equipped with webbing-mounted attachments, remove any additional slack from the anchor attach- ments. Press downward and rearward firmly in the cente[...]

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    6. After attaching the child restraint, test it be- fore you place the child in it. Push it from side to side while holding the child restraint near the LA TCH attachment path. The child re- straint should not move more than 1 inch (25 mm) , from side to side. T ry to tug it forward and check to see if the LA T CH attachment holds the restraint in [...]

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    WARNING The three-point seat belt with Automatic Locking Retractor (ALR) must be used when installing a child restraint. Failure to use the ALR mode will result in the child restraint not being properly secured. The restraint could tip over or be loose and cause injury to a child in a sudden stop or collision. Also, it can change the opera- tion of[...]

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    3. Pull the shoulder belt until the belt is fully extended. At this time, the seat belt retractor is in the Automatic Locking Retractor (ALR) mode (child restraint mode) . It reverts to the Emergency Locking Retractor (ELR) mode when the seat belt is fully retracted. 4. Allow the seat belt to retract. Pull up on the shoulder belt to remove any slac[...]

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    6. After attaching the child restraint, test it be- fore you place the child in it. Push it from side to side while holding the child restraint near the seat belt path. The child restraint should not move more than 1 inch (25 mm) , from side to side. T ry to tug it forward and check to see if the belt holds the restraint in place. If the restraint [...]

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    WARNING ● The three-point seat belt with Auto- matic Locking Retractor (ALR) must be used when installing a child restraint. Failure to use the ALR mode will result in the child restraint not being properly secured. The restraint could tip over or be loose and cause injury to a child in a sudden stop or collision. Also, it can change the operatio[...]

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    Refer to all W arnings and Cautions in the “Child Safety” and “Child Restraint” sections before in- stalling a child restraint. Follow these steps to install a child restraint on the passenger’s side jump seat. 1. T o access the jump seat extension 䊊 1 on the passenger’s side jump seat, pull up 䊊 2 on the extension to unfold it to t[...]

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    䊊 3 Route the seat belt tongue through the child restraint and insert it into the buckle until you hear and feel the latch engage. Be sure to follow the child restraint manu- facturer’s instructions for belt routing. 䊊 4 Pull the shoulder belt until the belt is fully extended. At this time, the seat belt retractor is in the Automatic Locking [...]

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    6. Remove any additional slack from the seat belt; press downward and rearward firmly in the center of the child restraint to compress the vehicle seat cushion and seatback while pulling up on the seat belt. 7. After attaching the child restraint, test it be- fore you place the child in it. Push it from side to side while holding the seat near the [...]

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    2. Secure the child restraint anchor attach- ments to the LA T CH lower anchors. Check to make sure the LA T CH attachment is prop- erly attached to the lower anchors. If the child restraint is equipped with a top tether strap, route the top tether strap and secure the tether strap to the tether anchor point. See “Installing top tether strap” i[...]

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    6. After attaching the child restraint, test it be- fore you place the child in it. Push it from side to side while holding the child restraint near the LA TCH attachment path. The child re- straint should not move more than 1 inch (25 mm) , from side to side. T ry to tug it forward and check to see if the LA T CH attachment holds the restraint in [...]

  • Seite 63

    – For forward-facing child seats and boosters, DO NO T install if the child restraint base extends past the for- ward edge of the driver’s side seat cushion. Refer to all W arnings and Cautions in the “Child Safety” and “Child Restraint” sections before in- stalling a child restraint. Follow these steps to install a child restraint on t[...]

  • Seite 64

    2. Position the child restraint on the seat. Al- ways follow the child restraint manufactur- er’s instructions. 3. Secure the child restraint anchor attach- ments to the LA T CH lower anchors. Check to make sure the LA T CH attachment is prop- erly attached to the lower anchors. If the child restraint is equipped with a top tether strap, route th[...]

  • Seite 65

    5. For child restraints that are equipped with webbing-mounted attachments, remove any additional slack from the anchor attach- ments. Press downward and rearward firmly in the center of the child restraint with your knee to compress the vehicle seat cushion and seatback while tightening the webbing of the anchor attachments. 6. Tighten the tether [...]

  • Seite 66

    Refer to all W arnings and Cautions in the “Child Safety” and “Child Restraint” sections before in- stalling a child restraint. Follow these steps to install a forward-facing child restraint using the vehicle seat belt in the rear seats (Crew cab models only) or in the front passenger seat: 1. If you must install a child restraint in the fr[...]

  • Seite 67

    4. Pull the shoulder belt until the belt is fully extended. At this time, the seat belt retractor is in the Automatic Locking Retractor (ALR) mode (child restraint mode) . It reverts to Emergency Locking Retractor (ELR) mode when the seat belt is fully retracted. 5. Allow the seat belt to retract. Pull up on the shoulder belt to remove any slack in[...]

  • Seite 68

    8. After attaching the child restraint, test it be- fore you place the child in it. Push it from side to side while holding the child restraint near the seat belt path. The child restraint should not move more than 1 inch (25 mm) , from side to side. T ry to tug it forward and check to see if the seat belt holds the restraint in place. If the restr[...]

  • Seite 69

    FOWARD-FACING CHILD RESTRAINT INSTALLATION USING THE SEAT BELTS — FRONT PASSENGER AND JUMP SEATS (King cab models only) WARNING ● The three-point seat belt with Auto- matic Locking Retractor (ALR) must be used when installing a child restraint. Failure to use the ALR mode will result in the child restraint not being properly secured. The restra[...]

  • Seite 70

    Refer to all W arnings and Cautions in the “Child Safety” and “Child Restraint” sections before in- stalling a child restraint. Follow these steps to install a forward-facing child restraint using the vehicle seat belt in the passenger’s side jump seat (King cab models only) or in the front passenger seat: 1. If you must install a child r[...]

  • Seite 71

    If the seating position does not have an adjustable head restraint and it is interfering with the proper child restraint fit, try another seating position or a different child restraint. 4. Route the seat belt tongue through the child restraint and insert it into the buckle until you hear and feel the latch engage. Be sure to follow the child restr[...]

  • Seite 72

    6. Allow the seat belt to retract. Pull up on the shoulder belt to remove any slack in the belt. 7. Remove any additional slack from the seat belt; press downward and rearward firmly in the center of the child restraint with your knee to compress the vehicle seat cushion and seatback while pulling up on the seat belt. 8. Tighten the tether strap ac[...]

  • Seite 73

    10. Check to make sure that the child restraint is properly secured prior to each use. If the seat belt is not locked, repeat steps 3 through 9. After the child restraint is removed and the seat belt is fully retracted, the ALR mode (child re- straint mode) is canceled. INSTALLING TOP TETHER STRAP (Front passenger seat – King cab models only) Bef[...]

  • Seite 74

    INSTALLING TOP TETHER STRAP (Jump seat – King cab models only) WARNING Do not secure the top tether strap to the routing bracket. If the child restraint is not anchored properly, the risk of a child be- ing injured or killed in a collision or a sudden stop greatly increases. First, secure the child restraint with the seat belt. 1. Pull the cover [...]

  • Seite 75

    Before securing the child restraint with the LA T CH lower anchors (rear outboard seating po- sitions only [crew cab models only] ) or the seat belt, as applicable, follow these steps. 1. If necessary, raise or remove the head re- straint to position the top tether strap 䊊 1 over the top of the seatback. If the head restraint is removed, store it[...]

  • Seite 76

    Booster seats of various sizes are offered by several manufacturers. When selecting any booster seat, keep the following points in mind: ● Choose only a booster seat with a label certifying that it complies with Federal Motor V ehicle Safety Standard 213 or Canadian Motor V ehicle Safety Standard 213. ● Check the booster seat in your vehicle to[...]

  • Seite 77

    ● Make sure the child’s head will be properly supported by the booster seat or vehicle seat. The seatback must be at or above the center of the child’s ears. For example, if a low back booster seat 䊊 1 is chosen, the vehicle seatback must be at or above the center of the child’s ears. If the seatback is lower than the center of the child?[...]

  • Seite 78

    3. The booster seat should be positioned on the vehicle seat so that it is stable. If necessary, adjust or remove the head re- straint to obtain the correct booster seat fit. If the head restraint is removed, store it in a secure place. Be sure to reinstall the head restraint when the booster seat is removed. See “Head restraints” in this sec- [...]

  • Seite 79

    Booster seat installation — jump seats (King cab models only) WARNING ● A child restraint system will not be in- stalled properly and the child could be seriously injured or killed in a sudden stop or collision. – For boosters, DO NO T install if the child restraint system base extends past the forward edge of the seat cushion. – Do not ins[...]

  • Seite 80

    2. Position the booster seat on the seat. Only place it in a front-facing direction. Always follow the booster seat manufacturer’s in- structions. 3. The booster seat should be positioned on the vehicle seat so that it is stable. If necessary, adjust or remove the head re- straint to obtain the correct booster seat fit. If the head restraint is r[...]

  • Seite 81

    Roof-mounted curtain side-impact and rollover supplemental air bag system: This system can help cushion the impact force to the head of occupants in front and rear outboard seating positions in certain side impact or rollover collisions. In a side impact, the curtain and roll- over air bags are designed to inflate on the side where the vehicle is i[...]

  • Seite 82

    ● The driver and front passenger seat belt buckles are equipped with sensors that detect if the seat belts are fastened. The Advanced Air Bag System monitors the severity of a collision and seat belt us- age then inflates the air bags as needed. Failure to properly wear seat belts can increase the risk or severity of injury in an accident. ● Th[...]

  • Seite 83

    WARNING ● Never let children ride unrestrained or extend their hands or face out of the window. Do not attempt to hold them in your lap or arms. Some examples of dangerous riding positions are shown in the illustrations. WARNING ● Children may be severely injured or killed when the front air bags, side air bags or curtain and rollover air bags [...]

  • Seite 84

    WARNING ● Even with the NISSAN Advanced Air Bag System, never install a rear-facing child restraint in the front seat. An in- flating front air bag could seriously in- jure or kill your child. See “Child re- straints” earlier in this section for details. ARS1044 ARS1045 WRS0256 Safety—Seats, seat belts and supplemental restraint system 1-65[...]

  • Seite 85

    WARNING Front seat-mounted side-impact supple- mental air bags and roof-mounted curtain side-impact and rollover supplemental air bags: ● The side air bags and curtain and roll- over air bags ordinarily will not inflate in the event of a frontal impact, rear im- pact, or lower severity side collision. Always wear your seat belts to help reduce th[...]

  • Seite 86

    WARNING ● The seat belts, the side air bags and curtain and rollover air bags are most effective when you are sitting well back and upright in the seat. The side air bag and curtain and rollover air bag inflate with great force. Do not allow anyone to place their hand, leg or face near the side air bag on the side of the seatback of the front sea[...]

  • Seite 87

    1. Roof-mounted curtain side-impact and rollover supplemental air bags 2. Roof-mounted curtain side-impact and rollover supplemental air bag inflators 3. Air bag Control Unit (ACU) 4. Supplemental front-impact air bag modules 5. Crash zone sensor 6. Occupant classification system control unit 7. Occupant classification sensor (pressure sensor) 8. S[...]

  • Seite 88

    The driver supplemental front-impact air bag is located in the center of the steering wheel. The passenger supplemental front-impact air bag is mounted in the dashboard above the glove box. The front air bags are designed to inflate in higher severity frontal collisions, although they may in- flate if the forces in another type of collision are sim[...]

  • Seite 89

    Front passenger air bag and status light WARNING The front passenger air bag is designed to automatically turn OFF under some con- ditions. Read this section carefully to learn how it operates. Proper use of the seat, seat belt and child restraints is nec- essary for most effective protection. Fail- ure to follow all instructions in this manual con[...]

  • Seite 90

    Front passenger seat adult occupants who are properly seated and using the seat belt as out- lined in this manual should not cause the passen- ger air bag to be automatically turned OFF . For small adults it may be turned OFF , however if the occupant takes his/her weight off the seat cush- ion (for example, by not sitting upright, by sitting on an[...]

  • Seite 91

    Other supplemental front-impact air bag precautions WARNING ● Do not place any objects on the steer- ing wheel pad or on the instrument panel. Also, do not place any objects between any occupant and the steering wheel or instrument panel. Such ob- jects may become dangerous projec- tiles and cause injury if the front air bags inflate. ● Immedia[...]

  • Seite 92

    Front seat-mounted side-impact supplemental air bag and roof- mounted curtain side-impact and rollover supplemental air bag systems The side air bags are located in the outside of the seatback of the front seats. The curtain and roll- over air bags are located in the side roof rails. These systems are designed to meet voluntary guidelines to help r[...]

  • Seite 93

    WARNING ● Do not place any objects near the seat- back of the front seats. Also, do not place any objects (an umbrella, bag, etc .) between the front door finisher and the front seat. Such objects may become dangerous projectiles and cause injury if a side air bag inflates. ● Right after inflation, several side air bag and curtain and rollover [...]

  • Seite 94

    ● If you need to dispose of a pretensioner or scrap the vehicle, contact a NISSAN dealer. Incorrect disposal procedures could cause personal injury. The pretensioner system activates in conjunction with the front air bag system. The pretensioner system also activates with the curtain and rollover air bags in certain types of rollover collisions o[...]

  • Seite 95

    SUPPLEMENTAL AIR BAG WARNING LIGHT The supplemental air bag warning light, displaying in the instrument panel, moni- tors the circuits of the supplemental front-impact air bag, front seat-mounted side-impact supple- mental air bag, roof-mounted curtain side-impact and rollover supplemental air bag and seat belt pretensioner systems. The monitored c[...]

  • Seite 96

    WARNING ● Once a front air bag, side air bag, or curtain and rollover air bag has inflated, the air bag module will not function again and must be replaced. Addition- ally, if any of the front air bags inflate, the activated pretensioners must also be replaced. The air bag module and pretensioner should be replaced by a NISSAN dealer. The air bag[...]

  • Seite 97

    2 Instruments and controls Instrument panel ...................................2 - 2 Meters and gauges ................................2 - 3 Speedometer and odometer .....................2 - 4 T achometer ....................................2 - 6 Engine coolant temperature gauge ...............2 - 6 Fuel gauge ....................................2 [...]

  • Seite 98

    Console box .................................. 2-41 Glove box .................................... 2-41 Sunglasses holder (if so equipped) .............. 2-41 Map pockets .................................. 2-42 Seat pocket (if so equipped) .................... 2-43 Cup holders .................................. 2-43 Roof rack (if so equipped) .....[...]

  • Seite 99

    1. V ents (P . 4-2) 2. Headlight/fog light (if so equipped)/turn signal switch (P . 2-28) 3. Steering wheel switch for audio control (if so equipped)/Bluetooth 姞 Hands- Free Phone System (if so equipped) (P . 4-35, P . 4-37) 4. Driver supplemental air bag/horn (P . 1-61, P . 2-32) 5. Meters, gauges and warning/indicator lights (P . 2-3, 2-14) 6. [...]

  • Seite 100

    15. Electronic locking rear differential (E-Lock) system switch (if so equipped) (P . 2-35) Heated seat switch (if so equipped) (P . 2-33) Hill descent control switch (if so equipped) (P . 2-34) V ehicle Dynamic Control (VDC) OFF switch (if so equipped) (P . 2-34) 16. Shift selector (P . 5-13,5-17) 17. 4WD shift switch (if so equipped) (P . 5-24) 1[...]

  • Seite 101

    1. Speedometer 2. Odometer/T win trip odometer 3. Change/Loose fuel cap warning mes- sage reset/Check tire pressure warning message reset button SPEEDOMETER AND ODOMETER Speedometer The speedometer indicates vehicle speed. Odometer/T win trip odometer The odometer/twin trip odometer is displayed when the ignition switch is placed in the ON position[...]

  • Seite 102

    For vehicles equipped with trip computer, press- ing the change button changes the display as follows: T rip → T rip → Distance to Empty → Average speed → Average fuel consumption → Journey time → T rip For additional information, refer to “T rip com- puter” later in this section. Resetting the trip odometer: Pushing the change butt[...]

  • Seite 103

    recommended COLD tire pressure. The CHECK TIRE PRES warning message is displayed each time the ignition switch is placed in the ON position as long as the low tire pressure warning light remains illuminated. For more information see “Low tire pressure warning light” in the “In- struments and controls” section, “Tire Pressure Monitoring Sy[...]

  • Seite 104

    CAUTION If the gauge indicates coolant tempera- ture near the hot (H) end of the normal range, reduce vehicle speed to decrease temperature. If the gauge is over the nor- mal range, stop the vehicle as soon as safely possible. If the engine is over- heated, continued operation of the ve- hicle may seriously damage the engine. See “If your vehicle[...]

  • Seite 105

    ENGINE OIL PRESSURE GAUGE (if so equipped) The gauge indicates the engine lubrication sys- tem oil pressure while the engine is running. The needle should be in the middle of the gauge when the engine is running. CAUTION ● This gauge is not designed to indicate low engine oil level. Use the dipstick to check the oil level. (See “Engine oil” i[...]

  • Seite 106

    T RIP COMPUTER (if so equipped) The display of the trip computer is situated in the speedometer display. When the ignition switch is placed in the ON position, the display scrolls all the modes of the trip computer and then shows the mode chosen before the ignition switch was placed in the OFF position. When the ignition switch is placed in the ON [...]

  • Seite 107

    This unit has the following functions: ● Measures terrestrial magnetism and indi- cates heading direction of vehicle ● Indicates outside air temperature (if so equipped) With the ignition switch in the ON position, press the or button as described in the charts below to activate various features of the automatic anti-glare rearview mirror. T yp[...]

  • Seite 108

    ● When the outside temperature is between 140°F (60°C) and 194°F (90°C) , the display will read 140°F (60°C) . When the tempera- ture is above 194°F (90°C) , the display will read “SC” . ● When the outside temperature is between than -40°F (-40°C) and -60°F (-51°C) , the display will read -40°F (-40°C) . When the temperature i[...]

  • Seite 109

    Zone variation change procedure The difference between magnetic north and geo- graphical north is known as variance. In some areas, this difference can sometimes be great enough to cause false compass readings. Follow these instructions to set the variance for your particular location if this happens: 1. Press and hold the button for about 11 secon[...]

  • Seite 110

    1. With the display turned on, press and hold the button for about 13 seconds or the for about 10 seconds. The “C” icon in the compass display will illuminate. 2. Calibrate the compass by driving the vehicle in three complete circles at a maximum speed of 5 MPH (8 km/h) . 3. After completing the circles, the display should return to normal. CAU[...]

  • Seite 111

    or Anti-lock Braking System (ABS) warning light Low windshield-washer fluid warning light (if so equipped) Hill descent control system on indicator light (if so equipped) Automatic transmission oil temperature warning light (if so equipped) Seat belt warning light and chime Malfunction Indicator Light (MIL) Automatic transmission park warning light[...]

  • Seite 112

    CHECKING BULBS With all doors closed, apply the parking brake and turn the ignition key to the ON position without starting the engine. The following lights will come on: , or , , , , The following lights come on briefly and then go off: or , , , , , , , If any light fails to come on, it may indicate an open circuit in the electrical system. Have t[...]

  • Seite 113

    This light indicates that the automatic transmis- sion parking function is not engaged. If the trans- fer control is not secured in any drive position while the shift selector is in the P (Park) position, the transmission will disengage and the drive wheels will not lock. or Brake warning light This light functions for both the parking brake and th[...]

  • Seite 114

    Engine oil pressure warning light This light warns of low engine oil pressure. If the light flickers or comes on during normal driving, pull off the road in a safe area, stop the engine immediately and call a NISSAN dealer or other authorized repair shop. The engine oil pressure warning light is not designed to indicate a low oil level. Use the dip[...]

  • Seite 115

    Low tire pressure warning: If the vehicle is being driven with low tire pressure, the warning light will illuminate. A CHECK TIRE PRES (pressure) warning message is also displayed in the odometer. When the low tire pressure warning light illuminates, you should stop and adjust the tire pressure of all 4 tires to the recom- mended COLD tire pressure[...]

  • Seite 116

    ● When a spare tire is mounted or a wheel is replaced the TPMS will not function and the low tire pressure warning light will flash for approximately 1 minute. The light will remain on after 1 minute. The CHECK TIRE PRES warning mes- sage is not displayed if the low tire pressure warning light illuminates to indicate a TPMS malfunction. Contact y[...]

  • Seite 117

    WARNING If the supplemental air bag warning light is on, it could mean that the front air bag, side air bag, curtain and rollover air bag systems, and/or pretensioner systems will not operate in an accident. T o help avoid injury to yourself or others, have your ve- hicle checked by a NISSAN dealer as soon as possible. INDICATOR LIGHTS Automatic tr[...]

  • Seite 118

    High beam indicator light (blue) This blue light comes on when the headlight high beams are on and goes out when the low beams are selected. The high beam indicator light also comes on when the passing signal is activated. Hill descent control system on indicator light (if so equipped) When the ignition switch is placed in the ON position, this lig[...]

  • Seite 119

    The Malfunction Indicator Lamp Light may stop blinking and come on steady. Have the vehicle inspected by a NISSAN dealer. Y ou do not need to have your vehicle towed to the dealer. CAUTION Continued vehicle operation without hav- ing the emission control system checked and repaired as necessary could lead to poor driveability, reduced fuel economy,[...]

  • Seite 120

    T urn signal/hazard indicator lights The appropriate light flashes when the turn signal switch is activated. Both lights flash when the hazard switch is turned on. V ehicle Dynamic Control (VDC) OFF indicator light (if so equipped) This indicator light comes on when the Vehicle Dynamic Control off switch is pushed to OFF, the transfer case is in th[...]

  • Seite 121

    Y our vehicle may have two types of security sys- tems: ● V ehicle security system (if so equipped) ● NISSAN V ehicle Immobilizer System (if so equipped) V EHICLE SECURITY SYSTEM (if so equipped) The vehicle security system provides visual and audible alarm signals if someone opens the doors when the system is armed. It is not, however, a motio[...]

  • Seite 122

    ● If the key is turned slowly when locking the driver’s door, the system may not arm. Furthermore, if the key is turned beyond the vertical position toward the unlock position to remove the key, the system may be disarmed when the key is removed. If the indicator light fails to glow for 30 seconds, unlock the door once and lock it again. ● Ev[...]

  • Seite 123

    Security indicator light The security indicator light blinks whenever the ignition switch is placed in the L OCK, OFF or ACC position. This function indicates the NISSAN V e- hicle Immobilizer System is operational. If the NISSAN Vehicle Immobilizer System is mal- functioning, the light will remain on while the ignition switch is placed in the ON p[...]

  • Seite 124

    ● Pre-mix windshield-washer fluid con- centrates with water to the manufactur- er’s recommended levels before pour- ing the fluid into the windshield-washer fluid reservoir. Do not use the windshield-washer fluid reservoir to mix the windshield-washer fluid con- centrate and water. T o defrost the rear window glass and outside mirrors (if so eq[...]

  • Seite 125

    HEADLIGHT CONTROL SWITCH Lighting 䊊 1 When turning the switch to the posi- tion, the front parking, tail, license plate and instrument panel lights come on. 䊊 2 When turning the switch to the posi- tion, the headlights come on and all the other lights remain on. CAUTION Use the headlights with the engine run- ning to avoid discharging the vehic[...]

  • Seite 126

    Autolight system (if so equipped) The autolight system allows the headlights to be set so they turn on and off automatically. The autolight system can: ● T urn on the headlights, front parking, tail, license plate and instrument panel lights au- tomatically when it is dark. ● T urn off all the lights when it is light. ● K eep all the lights o[...]

  • Seite 127

    Headlight beam select 䊊 1 T o select the high beam function, push the lever forward. The high beam lights come on and the light illuminates. 䊊 2 Pull the lever back to select the low beam. 䊊 3 Pulling and releasing the lever flashes the headlight high beams on and off. Battery saver system If the ignition switch is placed in the OFF position [...]

  • Seite 128

    INSTRUMENT BRIGHTNESS CONTROL The instrument brightness control operates when the headlight control switch is in the AUT O (if so equipped) , or position. T urn the control 䊊 A to adjust the brightness of the instrument panel lights when driving at night. T URN SIGNAL SWITCH T urn signal 䊊 1 Move the lever up or down to signal the turning direc[...]

  • Seite 129

    Push the switch on to warn other drivers when you must stop or park under emergency condi- tions. All turn signal lights flash. WARNING ● If stopping for an emergency, be sure to move the vehicle well off the road. ● Do not use the hazard warning flashers while moving on the highway unless unusual circumstances force you to drive so slowly that[...]

  • Seite 130

    T o turn on the cargo lamp, push the switch down to the ON position. CAUTION Be sure to turn the light switch to the OFF position when you leave the vehicle for extended periods of time, otherwise the battery will go dead. The front seats are warmed by built-in heaters. 1. Start the engine. 2. Push the L O or HI position of the switch, as desired, [...]

  • Seite 131

    The vehicle should be driven with the Vehicle Dynamic Control (VDC) system on for most driv- ing conditions. If the vehicle is stuck in mud or snow, the VDC system reduces the engine output to reduce wheel spin. The engine speed will be reduced even if the accelerator is depressed to the floor. If maximum engine power is needed to free a stuck vehi[...]

  • Seite 132

    ● the 4WD switch must be in the 4H position and the vehicle speed must be under 21 mph (35 km/h) , and ● the hill descent control system switch must be ON. The hill descent control system on indicator light will come on when the system is activated. Also, the stop/tail lights illuminate while the hill descent control system applies the brakes t[...]

  • Seite 133

    ● Use the E-Lock system only when free- ing a stuck vehicle. T ry the 4LO position before using the E-Lock system. Never use the E-Lock system on a slippery road surface such as snow or ice sur- face. Using the E-Lock system when driving in these road conditions may cause unexpected movement of the ve- hicle during engine braking, accelerat- ing [...]

  • Seite 134

    The power outlets are for powering electrical accessories such as cellular telephones. The bottom power outlet located on instrument panel is powered directly by the vehicle’s battery. The power outlet located inside the center con- sole is powered only when the ignition switch is in the ACC or ON position. Open the cap to use a power outlet. CAU[...]

  • Seite 135

    STORAGE TRAYS WARNING Do not place sharp objects in the trays to help prevent injury in an accident or sud- den stop. T op center tray LIC1539 A/T model LIC0818 M/T model — T ype A (if so equipped) WIC1431 STORAGE 2-38 Instruments and controls[...]

  • Seite 136

    UNDER-SEAT STORAGE BINS M/T model — T ype B (if so equipped) WIC1432 2nd row under-seat storage bin (King cab model) LIC0821 2nd row under-seat storage bin (Crew cab model) LIC0820 Instruments and controls 2-39[...]

  • Seite 137

    WARNING ● Properly secure all cargo with ropes or straps to help prevent it from sliding or shifting. In a sudden stop or collision, unsecured cargo could cause personal injury. ● The cargo restrained in the under-seat storage bins must not exceed the weight limits listed below or the bins may not stay secured. In a sudden stop or collision, th[...]

  • Seite 138

    CONSOLE BOX Pull up on the lever 䊊 1 to open the console box lid 䊊 2 . GLOVE BOX T o open the top portion of the glove box, push the latch 䊊 A up and raise the lid. T o open the lower portion of the glove box, pull the handle 䊊 B down and lower the lid. WARNING Keep glove box lid closed while driving to help prevent injury in an accident or[...]

  • Seite 139

    CAUTION ● Do not use for anything other than sunglasses. ● Do not leave sunglasses in the sun- glasses holder while parking in direct sunlight. The heat may damage the sunglasses. MAP POCKETS WIC0824 King cab model LIC0826 2-42 Instruments and controls[...]

  • Seite 140

    SEAT POCKET (if so equipped) A pocket is located on the back of the driver’s seat. CUP HOLDERS The front cup holders have adapters that can be removed to accommodate larger cups. WARNING The cup holder should not be used while driving so full attention may be given to vehicle operation. Crew cab model LIC0825 LIC0575 Front WIC0827 Instruments and[...]

  • Seite 141

    CAUTION ● Avoid abrupt starting and braking when the cup holder is being used to prevent spilling the drink. If the liquid is hot, it can scald you or your passenger. ● Use only soft cups in the cup holder. Hard objects can injure you in an accident. T o open the 2nd row cup holders (rear of the front console) , lower the lid. T o close, raise [...]

  • Seite 142

    ROOF RACK (if so equipped) Bottle holder (2nd row, Crew cab) WIC0828 WIC0857 Instruments and controls 2-45[...]

  • Seite 143

    WARNING ● Drive extra carefully when the vehicle is loaded at or near the cargo carrying capacity, especially if the significant portion of that load is carried on the roof rack. ● Heavy loading of the roof rack has the potential to affect the vehicle stability and handling during sudden or abnor- mal handling maneuvers. ● Roof rack load shou[...]

  • Seite 144

    P OWER WINDOWS (if so equipped) WARNING ● Make sure that all passengers have their hands, etc . inside the vehicle while it is in motion and before closing the windows. Use the window lock switch to prevent unexpected use of the power windows. ● Do not leave children unattended inside the vehicle. They could unknowingly ac- tivate switches or c[...]

  • Seite 145

    Front passenger’s power window switch The passenger’s window switch operates only the corresponding passenger’s window . T o open the window, push the switch and hold it down 䊊 1 . T o close the window, pull the switch up 䊊 2 . Rear power window switch (Crew Cab models only) The rear power window switches open or close only the correspond[...]

  • Seite 146

    MANUAL WINDOWS (if so equipped) The side windows can be opened or closed by turning the hand crank on each door. REAR SLIDING WINDOW (if so equipped) Squeeze the handles of the lever 䊊 1 , then slide the window open 䊊 2 . Sliding the moonroof T o fully open the moonroof, push the switch to- ward DOWN/OPEN 䊊 1 . T o fully close the moonroof, p[...]

  • Seite 147

    Tilting the moonroof Close the moonroof by pushing the switch to- ward UP/CL OSE 䊊 2 . Release the switch, then push the UP/CLOSE switch again to tilt the moonroof up. T o tilt the moonroof down, push the switch to- ward DOWN/OPEN 䊊 1 . Restarting the moonroof sliding switch The sliding switch will become inoperable after the battery terminal i[...]

  • Seite 148

    Sunshade Open and close the sunshade by sliding it for- ward or backward. If the moonroof does not close Have your NISSAN dealer check and repair the moonroof. T ype A LIC0789 T ype B LIC0792 Instruments and controls 2-51[...]

  • Seite 149

    The interior lights have a three-position switch and operate regardless of ignition switch posi- tion. When the switch is in the ON position 䊊 1 , the interior lights illuminate, regardless of door posi- tion. The lights will go off after about 15 minutes unless the ignition switch is in the ON position. When the switch is in the O (DOOR) positio[...]

  • Seite 150

    T o turn the map lights on, press the lenses. T o turn them off, press the lenses of the lights again. CAUTION Do not use for extended periods of time with the engine stopped. This could result in a discharged battery. The HomeLink 姞 Universal T ransceiver provides a convenient way to consolidate the functions of up to three individual hand-held [...]

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    PROGRAMMING HOMELINK 姞 1. T o begin, press and hold the two outer HomeLink 姞 buttons (to clear the memory) until the indicator light 䊊 1 blinks (after 20 seconds) . Release both buttons. 2. Position the end of the hand-held transmitter 1 - 3 inches (26 - 76 mm) away from the HomeLink 姞 surface. 3. Using both hands, simultaneously press and [...]

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    7. Within 30 seconds of pressing and releas- ing the garage door opener’s program but- ton, quickly and firmly press and release the HomeLink 姞 button you’ve just programmed. Press and release the HomeLink 姞 button up to 3 times to complete the training. 8. Y our HomeLink 姞 button should now be pro- grammed. (T o program the remaining Hom[...]

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    1. Press and hold the desired HomeLink 姞 but- ton. Do not release the button until step 4 has been completed. 2. When the indicator light begins to flash slowly (after 20 seconds) , position the hand-held transmitte r1-3 inches (26 - 76 mm) away from the HomeLink 姞 surface. 3. Press and hold the hand-held transmitter button. 4. The HomeLink 姞[...]

  • Seite 154

    3 Pre-driving checks and adjustments K e y s .............................................3 - 2 NISSAN vehicle immobilizer system keys (if so equipped) ................................3 - 2 Doors ............................................3 - 3 Locking with key ................................3 - 3 Locking with inside lock knob . .................[...]

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    1. T wo master keys (black) with transponder chip and chrome NISSAN brand symbol on one side. 2. T ransponder chip 3. Key number plate A key number plate is supplied with your keys. Record the key number and keep the plate in a safe place (such as your wallet) , not in the ve- hicle. If you lose your keys, see a NISSAN dealer for duplicates by usin[...]

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    When the doors are locked using one of the following methods, the doors can not be opened using the inside or outside door handles. The doors must be unlocked to open the doors. WARNING ● Always have the doors locked while driving. Along with the use of seat belts, this provides greater safety in the event of an accident by helping to prevent per[...]

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    LOCKING WITH INSIDE LOCK KNOB T o lock the door without the key, move the inside lock knob to the lock position 䊊 1 , then close the door. T o unlock the door without the key, move the inside lock knob to the unlock position 䊊 2 . LOCKING WITH POWER DOOR LOCK SWITCH (if so equipped) T o lock all the doors without a key , push the door lock swit[...]

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    REAR DOORS (King Cab models) 1. Open the driver’s or passenger’s door. 2. From the outside, pull the door handle 䊊 A toward you. 3. Open the door to the desired position. AUTOMATIC DOOR LOCKS (if so equipped) ● All doors lock automatically when the vehicle speed reaches 15 MPH (24 km/h) . ● For automatic transmission models: All doors unl[...]

  • Seite 159

    The automatic unlock function can be de- activated or activated. T o deactivate or acti- vate the automatic door unlock system, perform the following procedure: 1. Close all doors. 2. Place the ignition switch in the ON position. 3. Within 20 seconds of performing Step 2, push and hold the power door lock switch to the position (UNL OCK) for more t[...]

  • Seite 160

    As many as 5 keyfobs can be used with one vehicle. For information concerning the purchase and use of additional keyfobs, contact a NISSAN dealer. The keyfob will not function when: ● the battery is discharged ● the distance between the vehicle and the keyfob is over 33 ft (10 m) The panic alarm will not activate when the key is in the ignition[...]

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    ● When the button is pressed with all doors locked, the hazard warning lights flash twice and the horn beeps once as a reminder that the doors are already locked. ● If a door is open and you press the button, the doors will lock but the horn will not beep and the hazard lights will not flash. The horn may or may not beep. Refer to “Silenc- in[...]

  • Seite 162

    Using the panic alarm If you are near your vehicle and feel threatened, you may activate the panic alarm to call attention by pressing and holding the button on the keyfob for longer than 0.5 seconds. The panic alarm and headlights will stay on for 25 seconds. The panic alarm stops when: ● it has run for 25 seconds, or ● any button is pressed o[...]

  • Seite 163

    The hazard warning lights will flash once and the horn will sound once to confirm that the horn beep feature has been reactivated. Deactivating the horn beep feature does not si- lence the horn if the alarm is triggered. 䊊 1 Pull the hood lock release handle located below the driver’s side instrument panel. The hood will spring up slightly . ?[...]

  • Seite 164

    FUEL-FILLER CAP WARNING ● Gasoline is extremely flammable and highly explosive under certain condi- tions. Y ou could be burned or seriously injured if it is misused or mishandled. Always stop the engine and do not smoke or allow open flames or sparks near the vehicle when refueling. ● Do not attempt to top off the fuel tank after the fuel pump[...]

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    ● Failure to tighten the fuel-filler cap properly may cause the Mal- function Indicator Light (MIL) to illumi- nate. If the light illuminates be- cause the fuel-filler cap is loose or missing, tighten or install the cap and continue to drive the vehicle. The light should turn off after a few driving trips. If the light does not turn off after a f[...]

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    For additional information, see “Meters and gauges” in the “Instruments and Controls” sec- tion in this manual. TILT OPERATION (if so equipped) Pull the lock lever forward and hold it to adjust the steering wheel up or down to the desired posi- tion. Release the lock lever to lock the steering wheel in place. WARNING Do not adjust the steer[...]

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    䊊 3 Slide the sun visor extension (if so equipped) in or out as needed. CAUTION ● Do not store the sun visor before return- ing the extension to its original position. ● Do not pull the extension sun visor forc- edly downward. V ANITY MIRRORS (if so equipped) T o access the vanity mirror, pull the sun visor down and flip open the mirror cover[...]

  • Seite 168

    AUTOMATIC ANTI-GLARE REARVIEW MIRROR (if so equipped) The inside mirror is designed so that it automati- cally dims according to the intensity of the head- lights of the vehicle following you. The automatic anti-glare feature operates only when the ignition switch is in the ON position. The indicator light 䊊 1 will illuminate when the automatic a[...]

  • Seite 169

    Electric control type (if so equipped) The outside mirror remote control will operate only when the ignition switch is placed in the ACC or ON position. Move the small switch 䊊 1 to select the right or left mirror. Adjust each mirror to the desired position using the large switch 䊊 2 . Heated mirrors (if so equipped) Some outside mirrors can be[...]

  • Seite 170

    For proper truck box loading see “Vehicle loading information” in the “T echnical and consumer in- formation” section of this manual. WARNING ● It is extremely dangerous to ride in a cargo area inside a vehicle. In a colli- sion, people riding in these areas are more likely to be seriously injured or killed. ● Do not allow people to rid[...]

  • Seite 171

    Locking the tailgate T o lock the tailgate, turn the key toward the pas- senger side of the vehicle 䊊 1 . T o unlock, turn the key toward the driver side 䊊 2 . BED EXTENDER (if so equipped) CAUTION ● Do not overload the bed extender. Maximum load on the open tailgate is 890N (200 lbs) . ● Evenly distribute and properly secure all cargo. ●[...]

  • Seite 172

    T o use the bed extender in the outward position perform the following: 1. Open the tailgate. 2. Rotate the bed extender 䊊 2 away from the cab of the truck until the extender sits on the tailgate. 3. Lock the buckles 䊊 3 into the tailgate latch. The bed extender can be adjusted in the outward position by moving the extender along the rail. NO T[...]

  • Seite 173

    WARNING ● Properly secure all cargo with ropes or straps to help prevent it from sliding or shifting. In a sudden stop or collision, unsecured cargo could cause personal injury. 3-20 Pre-driving checks and adjustments[...]

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    4 Heater, air conditioner, audio and phone systems V ents ............................................4 - 2 Heater and air conditioner (manual) (T ype A) ..........4 - 2 Controls .......................................4 - 3 Heater operation ...............................4 - 4 Air conditioner operation (if so equipped) .........4 - 5 Air flow chart[...]

  • Seite 175

    Adjust air flow direction for the driver’s and pas- senger’s side windows 䊊 1 , driver and passenger 䊊 2 , or center 䊊 3 vent by moving the vent slide and/or vent assemblies. WARNING ● The air conditioner cooling function op- erates only when the engine is running. ● Do not leave children or adults who would normally require the assis[...]

  • Seite 176

    1. Fan control dial 2. T emperature control dial 3. Air flow control dial 4. Air conditioner button (if so equipped) 5. Air recirculation button CONTROLS Fan control dial The fan control dial turns the fan on and off, and controls fan speed. Air flow control dial The air flow control dial allows you to select the air flow outlets. MAX A/C — Air f[...]

  • Seite 177

    OFF position: Push the air recirculation button again to turn air recirculation off. The indicator light on the button will turn off. Outside air is drawn into the passenger compartment and distributed through the selected outlet. Use the off position for normal heater or air con- ditioner operation. Air conditioner button (if so equipped) The butt[...]

  • Seite 178

    ● When the position is selected, the air conditioner automatically turns on (however, the indicator light will not illuminate) if the outside temperature is more than 36°F (2°C) . If the air flow control dial is in the position for more than one minute, the air conditioning system will continue to operate until the fan control dial is turned to[...]

  • Seite 179

    The air conditioner cooling function oper- ates only when the engine is running. Cooling This mode is used to cool and dehumidify the air. 1. Push the button to the off position. 2. T urn the air flow control dial to the position. 3. T urn the fan control dial to the desired posi- tion. 4. Push the button. The indicator light comes on. 5. T urn the[...]

  • Seite 180

    ● If the engine coolant temperature gauge indicates engine coolant tem- perature over the normal range, turn the air conditioner off. See “If your vehicle overheats” in the “In case of emergency” section of this manual. AIR FLOW CHARTS The following charts show the button and dial positions for MAXIMUM AND QUICK heating, cooling or defros[...]

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    WHA1386 WHA1387 4-8 Heater, air conditioner, audio and phone systems[...]

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    WHA1388 WHA1389 Heater, air conditioner, audio and phone systems 4-9[...]

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    WARNING ● The air conditioner cooling function op- erates only when the engine is running. ● Do not leave children or adults who would normally require the assistance of others alone in your vehicle. Pets should also not be left alone. They could accidentally injure themselves or others through inadvertent operation of the vehicle. Also, on hot[...]

  • Seite 184

    MAX A/C — Air flows from center and side vents with maximum cooling (air conditioning) . — Air flows from center and side vents. — Air flows from center and side vents and foot outlets. — Air flows mainly from foot outlets. — Air flows from defroster outlets and foot outlets. — Air flows mainly from defroster outlets. T emperature contr[...]

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    Defrosting or defogging This mode directs the air to the defrost outlets to defrost/defog the windows. 1. Press the defrost/defog button . 2. T urn the fan control dial to the desired position. 3. T urn the temperature control dial to the de- sired position between the middle and the hot position. ● T o quickly remove ice or fog from the win- dow[...]

  • Seite 186

    The air conditioner cooling function oper- ates only when the engine is running. Cooling This mode is used to cool and dehumidify the air. 1. Press the button to the OFF position. 2. Press the air flow control button. 3. T urn the fan control dial to the desired posi- tion. 4. Press the button. The indicator light on the button will come on. 5. T u[...]

  • Seite 187

    ● The air conditioning system should be operated for approximately 10 minutes at least once a month. This helps pre- vent damage to the system due to lack of lubrication. ● A visible mist may be seen coming from the ventilators in hot, humid conditions as the air is cooled rapidly . This does not indicate a malfunction. ● If the engine coolan[...]

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    WHA0917 WHA0918 Heater, air conditioner, audio and phone systems 4-15[...]

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    WHA0919 WHA1362 4-16 Heater, air conditioner, audio and phone systems[...]

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    The air conditioner system in your NISSAN ve- hicle is charged with a refrigerant designed with the environment in mind. This refrigerant does not harm the earth’s ozone layer. Special charging equipment and lubricant is re- quired when servicing your NISSAN air condi- tioner. Using improper refrigerants or lubricants will cause severe damage to [...]

  • Seite 191

    Static and flutter: During signal interference from buildings, large hills or due to antenna position (usually in conjunction with increased distance from the station transmitter) , static or flutter can be heard. This can be reduced by adjusting the treble control to reduce treble response. Multipath reception: Because of the reflective characteri[...]

  • Seite 192

    Compact disc (CD) player CAUTION ● Do not force a compact disc into the CD insert slot. This could damage the CD and/or CD changer/player. ● T rying to load a CD with the CD door closed could damage the CD and/or CD changer. ● Only one CD can be loaded into the CD player at a time. ● Only use high quality 4.7 in (12 cm) round disc s that ha[...]

  • Seite 193

    Compact disc with MP3 or WMA (if so equipped) T erms: ● MP3 — MP3 is short for Moving Pictures Experts Group Audio Layer 3. MP3 is the most well-known compressed digital audio file format. This format allows for near “CD quality” sound, but at a fraction of the size of normal audio files. MP3 conversion of an audio track from CD-ROM can red[...]

  • Seite 194

    Playback order: Music playback order of a CD with MP3 or WMA files is as illustrated. ● The names of folders not containing MP3 or WMA files are not shown in the display . ● If there is a file in the top level of the disc, “Root Folder” is displayed. ● The playback order is the order in which the files were written by the writing software[...]

  • Seite 195

    Specification chart : Supported media CD, CD-R, CD-RW Supported file systems ISO9660 LEVEL1, ISO9660 LEVEL2, Apple ISO, Romeo, Joliet * ISO9660 Level 3 (packet writing) is not supported. Supported versions*1 MP3 V ersion MPEG1, MPEG2, MPEG2.5 Sampling frequency 8 kHz - 48 kHz Bit rate 8 kbps - 320 kbps, VBR WMA V ersion WMA7, WMA8, WMA9 Sampling fr[...]

  • Seite 196

    T roubleshooting guide: Symptom Cause and Countermeasure Cannot play Check if the disc was inserted correctly. Check if the disc is scratched or dirty. Check if there is condensation inside the player. If there is, wait until the condensation is gone (about 1 hour) before using the player. If there is a temperature increase error, the CD player wil[...]

  • Seite 197

    1. PRESET A·B·C button 2. CD eject button 3. MENU button 4. CD insert slot 5. CD button 6. FM·AM button 7. TUNE buttons 8. RPT button 9. PWR button/VOL control knob 10. RDM button 11. Station select (1 - 6) buttons 12. SEEK buttons T ype A WHA1075 4-24 Heater, air conditioner, audio and phone systems[...]

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    1. PRESET A·B·C button 2. CD eject button 3. FM·AM button 4. CD insert slot 5. CD button 6. MENU button 7. TUNE button 8. RPT button 9. PWR button/VOL control knob 10. RDM button 11. Station select (1 - 6) buttons 12. SEEK button FM/AM RADIO WITH COMPACT DISC (CD) PLAYER (T ype A and B) (if so equipped) For all operation precautions, see ⬙ Aud[...]

  • Seite 199

    MENU button (BASS, TREBLE , FADE , BALANCE and CLOCK) : Press the MENU button to change the mode as follows: BAS → TRE → FA D → BAL → CL OCK → Audio → BAS T o adjust Bass, T reble, Fade and Balance, press the MENU button until the desired mode appears in the display. Press the SEEK button to adjust Bass and T reble to the desired level.[...]

  • Seite 200

    The FM stereo indicator, ST , illuminates during FM stereo reception. When the stereo broadcast signal is weak, the radio automatically changes from stereo to monaural reception. TUNE buttons: Manual tuning Press the TUNE or button for less than 0.5 seconds for manual tuning. T o move quickly through the channels, press and hold either TUNE or butt[...]

  • Seite 201

    SEEK (Scan CDs) button: Press and hold the SEEK button for more than 1.5 seconds to scan through the first 10 seconds of a track on the compact disc. The SCAN icon is flashed during scan mode. The scan mode is canceled once it scans through all the tracks on the disc, or if the SEEK or button is pressed during the scan mode. RPT button: When the RP[...]

  • Seite 202

    1. PRESET A·B·C button 2. Display screen 3. DISP/CL OCK button 4. SEEK/TRACK button 5. CD button 6. RADIO button* 7. AUX button 8. SCAN RPT button 9. CA T FOLDER button 10. L OAD button 11. CD insert slot 12. CD eject button 13. VOL control knob and PWR button 14. Station and CD select (1 – 6) buttons 15. TUNE/TRACK knob and AUDIO button *No sa[...]

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    pre-wired for satellite radio. Satellite radio is not available in Alaska, Hawaii and Guam. Audio main operation POWER/VOLUME control: T urn the ignition switch to ACC or ON, and then press the PWR/VOL control knob while the sys- tem is off to call up the mode (radio or CD) which was playing immediately before the system was turned off. T o turn th[...]

  • Seite 204

    ● T rack number mode displays the number selected disc and the track that is currently being played on the disk. MP3 display mode T o change the text displayed when listening to an MP3/WMA CD with MP3/WMA text (when CD with text is being used) , press the DISP button. The DISP button will scroll through the CD text as follows: File name ←→ Fo[...]

  • Seite 205

    If a compact disc is playing when the RADIO button is pushed, the compact disc will automati- cally be turned off and the last radio station played will come on. The FM stereo indicator ST will glow during FM stereo reception. When the stereo broadcast signal is weak, the radio will automatically change from stereo to monaural reception. CA T FOLDE[...]

  • Seite 206

    Compact disc (CD) changer operation T urn the ignition key to the ACC or ON position and insert the compact disc into the slot with the label side facing up. The compact disc will be guided automatically into the slot and start play- ing. T o insert the disc, first press the L OAD button. If the radio is already operating, it will automati- cally t[...]

  • Seite 207

    ALL DISC RPT : All discs loaded will be repeated. 1 DISC RPT : The disc that is currently playing will be repeated. 1 TRACK RPT : The track that is currently playing will be repeated ALL DISC RDM: T racks from all discs will be played randomly 1 DISC RDM: T racks from the disc that is cur- rently playing will be played randomly CD EJECT: Current/Se[...]

  • Seite 208

    CD CARE AND CLEANING ● Handle a CD by its edges. Do not bend the disc. Never touch the surface of the disc. ● Always place the discs in the storage case when they are not being used. ● T o clean a disc, wipe the surface from the center to the outer edge using a clean, soft cloth. Do not wipe the disc using a circular motion. ● Do not use a [...]

  • Seite 209

    MODE select switch Push the mode select switch to change the modes: PRESET A → PRESET B → PRESET C → CD* → AUX** → PRESET A *This mode is only available when a CD is loaded. **This mode is only available when a compatible auxiliary device is plugged into the AUX jack. V olume control switch Push the volume control switch up or down to inc[...]

  • Seite 210

    CAUTION ● Keep the antenna as far away as pos- sible from the electronic control modules. ● Keep the antenna wire more than 8 in (20 cm) away from the electronic con- trol system harnesses. Do not route the antenna wire next to any harness. ● Adjust the antenna standing-wave ratio as recommended by the manufacturer. ● Connect the ground wir[...]

  • Seite 211

    Y our NISSAN is equipped with the Bluetooth 姞 Hands-Free Phone System. If you have a com- patible Bluetooth 姞 enabled cellular phone, you can set up the wireless connection between your cellular phone and the in-vehicle phone module. With Bluetooth 姞 wireless technology, you can make or receive a hands-free telephone call with your cellular p[...]

  • Seite 212

    garage, near a tall building or in a moun- tainous area. – Y our cellular phone is locked to prevent it from being dialed. ● When the radio wave condition is not ideal or ambient sound is too loud, it may be difficult to hear the other person’s voice dur- ing a call. ● Do not place the cellular phone in an area surrounded by metal or far aw[...]

  • Seite 213

    Operating tips T o get the best performance out of the NISSAN V oice Recognition system, observe the following: ● K eep the interior of the vehicle as quiet as possible. Close the windows to eliminate surrounding noises (traffic noises, vibration sounds, etc.) , which may prevent the system from recognizing voice commands correctly . ● W ait un[...]

  • Seite 214

    – NO T “One eight hundred six six two sixty two hundred,” and – NO T “One eight oh oh six six two sixty two hundred” ● Numbers can be spoken in small groups. The system will prompt you to continue en- tering digits, if desired. Example: 1-800-662-6200 – “One eight zero zero” The system repeats the numbers and prompts you to ente[...]

  • Seite 215

    Y ou can also use the button to interrupt the system feedback and give a command at once. See “List of voice commands” and “During a call” in this section for more information. PHONE/END While the voice recognition system is active, press and hold the button for 5 seconds to quit the voice recognition system at any time. TUNING SWIT CH Whil[...]

  • Seite 216

    3. Say: “ Add phone” 䊊 B . The system acknowl- edges the command and asks you to initiate connecting from the phone handset 䊊 C . The connecting procedure of the cellular phone varies according to each cellular phone model. See the cellular phone Own- er’s Manual for details. Y ou can also visit www .nissanusa.com/bluetooth for instruc- t[...]

  • Seite 217

    LIST OF VOICE COMMANDS Main Menu “Call” “Phonebook” “Recent Calls” “Connect Phone” When you press and release the button on the steering wheel, you can choose from the commands on the Main Menu. The following pages describe these commands and the com- mands in each sub-menu. Remember to wait for the tone before speaking. After the m[...]

  • Seite 218

    If a call back number does not exist, the system announces, “There is no number to call back” and ends the VR session. During a call During a call there are several command options available. Press the button on the steering wheel to mute the receiving voice and enter com- mands. ● “Help” — The system announces the avail- able commands.[...]

  • Seite 219

    “T ransfer Entry” 䊊 A Use the T ransfer Entry command to store a new name in the system. When prompted by the system, say the name you would like to give the new entry . For example, say: “Mary.” If the name is too long or too short, the system tells you, then prompts you for a name again. Also, if the name sounds too much like a name alr[...]

  • Seite 220

    difficulty recognizing. For more information see “Record name” in this section. NO TE: Each phone has its own separate phone- book. Y ou cannot access Phone A’s phone- book if you are currently connected with Phone B . “List Names” 䊊 A Use the List Names command to hear all the names and locations in the phone book. The system recites t[...]

  • Seite 221

    Use the Recent Calls command to access out- going, incoming or missed calls. “Outgoing” 䊊 A Use the Outgoing command to list the outgoing calls made from the vehicle. “Incoming” 䊊 B Use the Incoming command to list the incoming calls made to the vehicle. “Missed” 䊊 C Use the Missed command to list the calls made to the vehicle tha[...]

  • Seite 222

    For information on selecting a different lan- guage, see “Choosing a language” in this section. 6. Voice memory A or memory B is selected automatically . If both memory locations are already in use, the system will prompt you to overwrite one. Follow the instructions pro- vided by the system. 7. When preparation is complete and you are ready to[...]

  • Seite 223

    ● go back ● call five six two eight zero ● dial six six four three seven MANUAL CONTROL While using the voice recognition system, it is possible to select menu options by using the steering wheel controls instead of speaking voice commands. The manual control mode does not allow dialing a phone number by digits. The user may select an entry f[...]

  • Seite 224

    T ROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE The system should respond correctly to all voice commands without difficulty . If problems are en- countered, try the following solutions. Where the solutions are listed by number, try each solution in turn, starting with number 1, until the problem is resolved. Symptom Solution System fails to interpret the command correctly[...]

  • Seite 225

    5 Starting and driving Precautions when starting and driving ................5 - 2 Exhaust gas (carbon monoxide) ..................5 - 2 Three-way catalyst ..............................5 - 3 Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) ..........5 - 3 On-pavement and off-road driving precautions ....................................5 - 6 Avoiding collisi[...]

  • Seite 226

    Battery ....................................... 5-38 Draining of coolant water ....................... 5-38 Tire equipment ................................ 5-38 Special winter equipment ....................... 5-38 Driving on snow or ice ......................... 5-38 Engine block heater (if so equipped) ............. 5-39[...]

  • Seite 227

    WARNING ● Do not leave children or adults who would normally require the assistance of others alone in your vehicle. Pets should also not be left alone. They could accidentally injure themselves or others through inadvertent operation of the vehicle. Also, on hot, sunny days, temperatures in a closed vehicle could quickly become high enough to ca[...]

  • Seite 228

    THREE-WAY CATALYST The three-way catalyst is an emission control device installed in the exhaust system. Exhaust gases in the three-way catalyst are burned at high temperatures to help reduce pollutants. WARNING ● The exhaust gas and the exhaust sys- tem are very hot. Keep people, animals or flammable materials away from the exhaust system compon[...]

  • Seite 229

    subsequent vehicle start-ups as long as the mal- function exists. When the malfunction indicator is illuminated, the system may not be able to detect or signal low tire pressure as intended. TPMS malfunctions may occur for a variety of reasons, including the installation of replacement or alter- nate tires or wheels on the vehicle that prevent the [...]

  • Seite 230

    WARNING ● If the low tire pressure warning light illuminates while driving, avoid sudden steering maneuvers or abrupt braking, reduce vehicle speed, pull off the road to a safe location and stop the vehicle as soon as possible. Driving with under- inflated tires may permanently damage the tires and increase the likelihood of tire failure. Serious[...]

  • Seite 231

    For Canada: This device complies with RSS-210 of In- dustry Canada. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: 1. This device may not cause interfer- ence, and 2. This device must accept any interfer- ence, include interference that may cause undesired operation of the de- vice. ON-PAVEMENT AND OFF-ROAD DRIVING PRECAUTIONS Utility vehicl[...]

  • Seite 232

    6. When it is safe to do so, gradually turn the steering wheel until both tires return to the road surface. When all tires are on the road surface, steer the vehicle to stay in the ap- propriate driving lane. ● If you decide that it is not safe to return the vehicle to the road surface based on vehicle, road or traffic conditions, gradually slow [...]

  • Seite 233

    Remember, drinking and driving don’t mix! And that is true for drugs, too (over-the-counter, pre- scription, and illegal drugs) . Don’t drive if your ability to operate your vehicle is impaired by alco- hol, drugs, or some other physical condition. DRIVING SAFETY PRECAUTIONS Y our NISSAN is designed for both normal and off-road use. However, av[...]

  • Seite 234

    ● Before operating the vehicle, ensure that the driver and all passengers have their seat belts fastened. ● Always drive with the floor mats in place as the floor may become hot. ● Lower your speed when encountering strong crosswinds. With a higher center of gravity, your NISSAN is more af- fected by strong side winds. Slower speeds ensure be[...]

  • Seite 235

    WARNING ● Never remove the ignition key or place the ignition switch in the LOCK position while driving. The steering wheel will lock (for models with a steering lock mechanism) . This may cause the driver to lose control of the vehicle and could result in serious vehicle damage or per- sonal injury. AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION (if so equipped) The ig[...]

  • Seite 236

    There is an OFF position between the LOCK and ON positions. The OFF position is indicated by a “1” on the ignition switch. When the ignition is in the OFF position, the steering wheel is not locked (for mod- els with a steering lock mechanism) . In order for the steering wheel to be locked, it must be turned about 1/8 of a turn clockwise from t[...]

  • Seite 237

    If the engine fails to start using a registered key (for example, when interference is caused by another registered key, an automated toll road device or automatic payment device on the key ring) , restart the engine using the following pro- cedures: 1. Leave the ignition switch in the ON position for approximately 5 seconds. 2. T urn the ignition [...]

  • Seite 238

    ● If the engine is very hard to start in extremely cold weather or when restarting, depress the accelerator pedal a little (approximately 1/3 to the floor) and hold it and then crank the engine. Release the key and the accel- erator pedal when the engine starts. ● If the engine is very hard to start because it is flooded, depress the accelerato[...]

  • Seite 239

    T o move the shift selector: : Push the button while depressing the brake pedal : Push the button to shift : Shift without depressing brake pedal Shifting After starting the engine, fully depress the brake pedal and move the shift selector out of the P (Park) position. WARNING Apply the parking brake if the shift selec- tor is in any position while[...]

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    Do not downshift into the 3 position at speeds over the following and do not exceed the follow- ing speeds in the 3 position. 2WD: 99 MPH (160 km/h) 4H: 62 MPH (100 km/h) 4L O: 31 MPH (50 km/h) 2 (Second gear) : Use this position for hill climbing or engine brak- ing on downhill grades. Do not downshift into the 2 position at speeds over the follow[...]

  • Seite 241

    T o push the shift lock release, complete the fol- lowing procedure: 1. Place the ignition switch in the L OCK posi- tion and remove the key . 2. Apply the parking brake. 3. Remove the shift lock release cover as shown. 4. Use a protective cloth on the tip of a small screwdriver before inserting it in the shift lock release slot and pushing down. 5[...]

  • Seite 242

    OFF: For driving up and down long slopes where engine braking is nec- essary push the Overdrive switch once. The O/D OFF indicator light in the instrument panel comes on at this time. When cruising at a low speed or climbing a gentle slope, you may feel uncomfortable shift shocks as the transmission shifts into and out of Overdrive repeatedly. In t[...]

  • Seite 243

    Start the vehicle in 1st gear and shift to 2nd, 3rd, 4th, 5th and 6th gear in sequence according to vehicle speed. T o back up depress the shift selector and then move it to the R (Reverse) position after stopping the vehicle completely . On the 5-speed manual transmission model, you cannot shift directly from the 5th gear into R (Reverse) . First [...]

  • Seite 244

    2–wheel drive models (VQ40DE engine) GEAR MPH (km/h) 1st 35 (56) 2nd 60 (97) 3rd 87 (141) 4th — 5th — 4–wheel drive models (VQ40DE engine) 2H/4H position GEAR MPH (km/h) 1st 33 (54) 2nd 58 (93) 3rd 84 (135) 4th — 5th — 6th — 4L position GEAR MPH (km/h) 1st 12 (20) 2nd 22 (35) 3rd 32 (51) 4th 43 (70) 5th 55 (89) 6th — WARNING ● Be [...]

  • Seite 245

    4. Before driving, be sure the brake warning light goes out. 1. ACCEL/RES switch 2. COAST/SET switch 3. ON/OFF switch 4. CANCEL switch PRECAUTIONS ON CRUISE CONTROL ● If the cruise control system malfunctions, it cancels automatically. The SET indicator light in the instrument panel then blinks to warn the driver. ● If the SET indicator light b[...]

  • Seite 246

    CAUTION On manual transmission models, do not shift into N (Neutral) without depressing the clutch pedal when the cruise control is set. Should this occur, depress the clutch pedal and turn the main switch off imme- diately. Failure to do so may cause engine damage. CRUISE CONTROL OPERATIONS The cruise control allows driving at a speed be- tween 25[...]

  • Seite 247

    CAUTION During the first 1,200 miles (2,000 km) , follow these recommendations to obtain maximum engine performance and en- sure the future reliability and economy of your new vehicle. Failure to follow these recommendations may result in short- ened engine life and reduced engine performance. ● Avoid driving for long periods at constant speed, e[...]

  • Seite 248

    WARNING ● For 4WD equipped vehicles, do not at- tempt to raise two wheels off the ground and shift the transmission to any drive or reverse position with the engine running. Doing so may result in drivetrain damage or unexpected ve- hicle movement which could result in serious vehicle damage or personal injury. ● Do not attempt to test a 4WD eq[...]

  • Seite 249

    T RANSFER CASE SHIFTING PROCEDURES The part time 4WD system provides 3 positions (2WD, 4H and 4LO), so you can select the desired drive mode according to the driving conditions. 2WD or 4WD shift procedure: 4WD Shift Switch Position Wheels Driven Indicator Light Use Conditions 4WD Shift Procedure 4WD shift T ransfer 4LO position 2WD Rear wheels For [...]

  • Seite 250

    *1: Before moving the shift selector from neutral, wait until the 4L O indicator light stays on steady. This indicates that the 4WD shift procedure is completed and the transfer gear is correctly set in the 4L O position. If the vehicle is shifted into gear before the indicator is on steady, the transfer gear may gr ind, not engage correctly or sta[...]

  • Seite 251

    The transfer case 4WD shift switch is used to select either 2WD or 4WD depending on the driving conditions. There are three types of drive modes available, 2WD, 4H and 4L O. The 4WD shift switch electronically controls the transfer case operation. Rotate the switch to move between each mode, 2WD, 4H and 4L O. T o change into or out of 4LO, the vehi[...]

  • Seite 252

    When driving on rough roads, ● Set the 4WD shift switch to 4H or 4L O. ● Drive carefully according to the road surface conditions. When the vehicle is stuck, ● Set the 4WD shift switch to 4H or 4L O. ● Use the Electronic Locking Rear Differential (E-Lock) system (if so equipped) . T urn the switch ON while the vehicle is stationary and appl[...]

  • Seite 253

    4WD shift indicator light The 4WD shift indicator light is located in the odometer display . The light should turn off within 1 second after turning the ignition switch to the ON position. While the engine is running, the 4WD shift indi- cator light will illuminate the position selected by the 4WD shift switch. ● The 4WD shift indicator light may[...]

  • Seite 254

    ● When the warning light comes on, the 2WD mode may be engaged even if the 4WD shift switch is in 4H. Be especially careful when driving. If corresponding parts are malfunctioning, the 4WD mode will not be engaged even if the 4WD shift switch is shifted. ● Do not drive the vehicle in the 4H or 4LO position on dry hard surface roads. Driv- ing o[...]

  • Seite 255

    WARNING ● Never leave the E-Lock system ON when driving on paved or hard-surfaced roads. T urning the vehicle may result in the rear wheels slipping and result in an accident and personal injury. After us- ing the E-Lock system to free the ve- hicle, turn the system OFF. ● Use the E-Lock system only when free- ing a stuck vehicle. T ry the 4LO [...]

  • Seite 256

    WARNING ● Do not stop or park the vehicle over flammable materials such as dry grass, waste paper or rags. They may ignite and cause a fire. ● Safe parking procedures require that both the parking brake be set and the transmission placed into P (Park) for automatic transmission models or in an appropriate gear for manual transmis- sion models. [...]

  • Seite 257

    The power assisted steering uses 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 is needed, especially in sharp turns and at low speeds. WARNING If the engine is not running or is turned off while driving, the [...]

  • Seite 258

    This procedure is described in the vehicle service manual and can be performed by a NISSAN dealer. ANTI-LOCK BRAKING SYSTEM (ABS) WARNING ● The Anti-lock Braking System (ABS) is a sophisticated device, but it cannot pre- vent accidents resulting from careless or dangerous driving techniques. It can help maintain vehicle control during braking on [...]

  • Seite 259

    When the ABS senses that 1 or more wheels are close to locking up, the actuator rapidly applies and releases hydraulic pressure. This action is similar to pumping the brakes very quickly. Y ou may feel a pulsation in the brake pedal and hear a noise from under the hood or feel a vibration from the actuator when it is operating. This is normal and i[...]

  • Seite 260

    The V ehicle Dynamic Control (VDC) system uses various sensors to monitor driver inputs and ve- hicle motion. Under certain driving conditions, the VDC System helps to perform the following functions: ● Controls brake pressure to reduce wheel slip on one slipping drive wheel so power is transferred to a non slipping drive wheel on the same axle. [...]

  • Seite 261

    ● Do not modify the vehicle’s suspension. If suspension parts such as shock ab- sorbers, struts, springs, stabilizer bars, bushings and wheels are not NISSAN recommended for your vehicle or are extremely deteriorated, the VDC system may not operate properly. This could adversely affect vehicle handling per- formance, and the SLIP indicator may [...]

  • Seite 262

    ● When additional braking is required on steep downhill roads activate the hill de- scent control system by pushing the switch ON, see “Hill descent control switch” in the “Instruments and controls” section. ● Once the system is activated the indicator light will remain on in the instrument panel, see “Hill descent control system on i[...]

  • Seite 263

    FREEING A FROZEN DOOR LOCK T o prevent a door lock from freezing, apply de- icer through the key hole. If the lock becomes frozen, heat the key before inserting it into the key hole or use the remote keyless entry keyfob (if so equipped) . ANTI-FREEZE In the winter when it is anticipated that the tem- perature will drop below 32°F (0°C) , check t[...]

  • Seite 264

    ● Whatever the condition, drive with cau- tion. Accelerate and slow down with care. If accelerating or downshifting too fast, the drive wheels will lose even more traction. ● Allow more stopping distance under these conditions. Braking should be started sooner than on dry pavement. ● Allow greater following distances on slippery roads. ● Wa[...]

  • Seite 265

    MEMO 5-40 Starting and driving[...]

  • Seite 266

    6 In case of emergency First aid kit (if so equipped) .........................6 - 2 Flat tire ...........................................6 - 3 Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) ..........6 - 3 Changing a flat tire .............................6 - 3 Jump starting .....................................6 - 9 Push starting ........................[...]

  • Seite 267

    The first aid kit is located in the under-seat stor- age bins. T o access the first aid kit: For King cab model, lift up the rear jump seat and remove net to remove the first aid kit. Refer to “Jump Seats” in the “Safety — Seats, seat belts and supplemental restraint system” section ear- lier in the manual. For Crew cab model, lift up the[...]

  • Seite 268

    TIRE PRESSURE MONITORING SYSTEM (TPMS) This vehicle is equipped with the Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) . It monitors tire pres- sure of all tires except the spare. When the low tire pressure warning light is lit, and the CHECK TIRE PRES (pressure) warning message is dis- played in the odometer, one or more of your tires is significantly un[...]

  • Seite 269

    WARNING ● Make sure the parking brake is securely applied and the manual transmission is shifted into R (Reverse) , or the auto- matic transmission into P (Park) . ● Never change tires when the vehicle is on a slope, ice or slippery areas. This is hazardous. ● Never change tires if oncoming traffic is close to your vehicle. Wait for profes- s[...]

  • Seite 270

    For Crew Cab models: The tools and tool case are located behind the rear bench seat. 1. Fold the rear bench seat down. Refer to “Folding the rear bench seat down” in the “Safety–Seats, seat belts and supplemental restraint system” section earlier in this manual. 2. Remove the jack 䊊 1 and jacking tools 䊊 2 . All models: 1. Fit the squ[...]

  • Seite 271

    3. Seat the T -shaped end of the jack rod into the T -shaped opening of the spare tire winch. Apply pressure to keep the jack rod engaged in the spare tire winch and turn the jack rod counterclockwise to lower the spare tire. 4. Once the spare tire is completely lowered, reach under the vehicle, remove the retainer chain, and carefully slide the ti[...]

  • Seite 272

    2. Place the jack directly under the jack -up point as illustrated so the top of the jack contacts the vehicle at the jack -up point. The jack -up points are indicated by stamped ar- rows on the side of the frame. The jack should be used on firm and level ground. 3. Install the assembled jack rod into the jack as shown. 4. T o lift the vehicle, sec[...]

  • Seite 273

    Installing the spare tire The spare tire is designed for emergency use. See specific instructions under the heading “ Wheels and tires” in the “Mainte- nance and do-it-yourself” section of this manual. 1. Clean any mud or dirt from the surface be- tween the wheel and hub. 2. Carefully put the spare tire on and tighten the wheel nuts finger [...]

  • Seite 274

    T o start your engine with a booster battery , the instructions and precautions below must be fol- lowed. WARNING ● If done incorrectly, jump starting can lead to a battery explosion, resulting in severe injury or death. It could also damage your vehicle. ● Explosive hydrogen gas is always present in the vicinity of the battery. Keep all sparks[...]

  • Seite 275

    WARNING Always follow the instructions below. Failure to do so could result in damage to the charging system and cause personal injury. 1. If the booster battery is in another vehicle, position the two vehicles to bring their bat- teries near each other. Do not allow the two vehicles to touch. 2. Apply the parking brake. Move the shift se- lector t[...]

  • Seite 276

    CAUTION ● Do not push start this vehicle. The three-way catalyst may be damaged. ● Automatic transmission models cannot be push-started or tow-started. At- tempting to do so may cause transmis- sion damage. ● For manual transmission models, never try to start the vehicle by towing it. When the engine starts, the forward surge could cause the [...]

  • Seite 277

    6. After the engine cools down, check the cool- ant level in the engine coolant reservoir tank with the engine running. Add coolant to the engine coolant reservoir tank if necessary. Have your vehicle repaired at a NISSAN dealer. When towing your vehicle, all State (Provincial in Canada) and local regulations for towing must be followed. Incorrect [...]

  • Seite 278

    T OWING RECOMMENDED BY NISSAN T wo-wheel drive models NISSAN recommends that your vehicle be towed with the driving (rear) wheels off the ground or place the vehicle on a flat bed truck as illustrated. CAUTION ● Never tow automatic transmission models with the rear wheels on the ground or four wheels on the ground (forward or backward) , as this [...]

  • Seite 279

    Four-wheel drive models NISSAN recommends that towing dollies be used when towing your vehicle or place the ve- hicle on a flat bed truck as illustrated. CAUTION Never tow 4WD models with any of the wheels on the ground as this may cause serious and expensive damage to the transfer case and transmission. V EHICLE RECOVERY (freeing a stuck vehicle) [...]

  • Seite 280

    ● Route recovery devices so they do not touch any part of the vehicle except the attachment point. If your vehicle is stuck in sand, snow, mud, etc., use a tow strap or other device designed specifi- cally for vehicle recovery. Always follow the manufacturer’s instructions for the recovery de- vice. Do not use the tie-down hooks for towing or v[...]

  • Seite 281

    MEMO 6-16 In case of emergency[...]

  • Seite 282

    7 Appearance and care Cleaning exterior ..................................7 - 2 W ashing ......................................7 - 2 W axing ........................................7 - 2 Removing spots ................................7 - 3 Underbody ....................................7 - 3 Glass .........................................7 - 3 Alumi[...]

  • Seite 283

    In order to maintain the appearance of your ve- hicle, it is important to take proper care of it. T o protect the paint surfaces, please wash your vehicle as soon as you can: ● after a rainfall to prevent possible damage from acid rain. ● after driving on coastal roads. ● when contaminants such as soot, bird drop- pings, tree sap, metal parti[...]

  • Seite 284

    REMOVING SPOTS Remove tar and oil spots, industrial dust, insects, and tree sap as quickly as possible from the surface of the paint to avoid lasting damage or staining. Special cleaning products are available at a NISSAN dealer or any automotive accessory store. UNDERBODY In areas where road salt is used in winter, it is necessary to clean the und[...]

  • Seite 285

    Occasionally remove loose dust from the interior trim, plastic parts and seats using a vacuum cleaner or soft bristled brush. Wipe the vinyl and leather surfaces with a clean, soft cloth damp- ened in mild soap solution, then wipe clean with a dry , soft cloth. Regular care and cleaning is required in order to maintain the appearance of the leather[...]

  • Seite 286

    Floor mat positioning aid This vehicle includes two driver’s side front floor mat brackets and one passenger’s side front floor mat bracket to help keep your floor mats in place. Genuine NISSAN floor mats have been specially designed for your vehicle model. The driver’s side floor mat has two grommet holes incorporated in it and the passenger[...]

  • Seite 287

    T emperature High temperatures accelerate the rate of corro- sion to those parts which are not well ventilated. Air pollution Industrial pollution, the presence of salt in the air in coastal areas, or heavy road salt use acceler- ates the corrosion process. Road salt also accel- erates the disintegration of paint surfaces. T O PROTECT YOUR VEHICLE [...]

  • Seite 288

    8 Maintenance and do-it-yourself Maintenance requirements ..........................8 - 2 General maintenance ..............................8 - 2 Explanation of general maintenance items .........8 - 2 Maintenance precautions . . .........................8 - 5 Engine compartment check locations ................8 - 6 Engine cooling system ..........[...]

  • Seite 289

    Y our NISSAN has been designed to have mini- mum maintenance requirements with long ser- vice intervals to save you both time and money. However, some day-to-day and regular mainte- nance is essential to maintain your NISSAN’s good mechanical condition, as well as its emis- sions and engine performance. It is the owner’s responsibility to make [...]

  • Seite 290

    When driving in areas using road salt or other corrosive materials, check lubrication frequently . Lights* Clean the headlights on a regular basis. Make sure that the headlights, stop lights, tail lights, turn signal lights, and other lights are all operating properly and installed securely . Also check headlight aim. Road wheel nuts (lug nuts)* Wh[...]

  • Seite 291

    Seat belts Check that all parts of the seat belt system (for example, buckles, anchors, adjusters and retractors) operate properly and smoothly, and are installed securely . Check the belt web- bing for cuts, fraying, wear or damage. Steering wheel Check for changes in the steer- ing system, such as excessive freeplay, hard steering or strange nois[...]

  • Seite 292

    When performing any inspection or maintenance work on your vehicle, always take care to prevent serious accidental injury to yourself or damage to the vehicle. The following are general precau- tions which should be closely observed. WARNING ● Park the vehicle on a level surface, ap- ply the parking brake securely and block the wheels to prevent [...]

  • Seite 293

    QR25DE engine 1. Windshield-washer fluid reservoir 2. Fuse/Fusible link box 3. Fuse and relay box 4. Air cleaner 5. Engine oil filler cap 6. Engine oil dipstick 7. Brake fluid reservoir/Clutch fluid reservoir (M/T model) 8. Drive belt location 9. Radiator cap 10. P ower steering fluid reservoir 11. Battery 12. Engine coolant reservoir NO TE: Engine[...]

  • Seite 294

    VQ40DE engine 1. Windshield-washer fluid reservoir 2. Fuse/fusible link box 3. Fuse and relay box 4. Engine oil filler cap 5. Engine oil dipstick 6. Brake fluid reservoir/Clutch fluid reservoir (M/T model) 7. Air cleaner 8. Drive belt location 9. Radiator cap 10. P ower steering fluid reservoir 11. Battery 12. Engine coolant reservoir NO TE: Engine[...]

  • Seite 295

    The engine cooling system is filled at the factory with a pre-diluted mixture of 50% Genuine NISSAN Long Life Antifreeze/Coolant (blue) and 50% water to provide year-round anti-freeze and coolant protection. The antifreeze solution con- tains rust and corrosion inhibitors. Additional en- gine cooling system additives are not necessary. WARNING ● [...]

  • Seite 296

    CHECKING ENGINE COOLANT LEVEL Check the coolant level in the reservoir when the engine is cold. If the coolant level is below the MIN level, add coolant to the MAX level. If the reservoir is empty, check the coolant level in the radiator when the engine is cold. If there is insufficient coolant in the radiator, fill the radiator with coolant up to [...]

  • Seite 297

    CHECKING ENGINE OIL LEVEL 1. Park the vehicle on a level surface and apply the parking brake. 2. Start the engine and let it idle until it reaches operating temperature. 3. T urn off the engine. Wait more than 10 minutes for the oil to drain back into the oil pan. 4. Remove the dipstick and wipe it clean. Re- insert it all the way . 5. Remove the d[...]

  • Seite 298

    CAUTION Oil level should be checked regularly. Op- erating the engine with an insufficient amount of oil can damage the engine, and such damage is not covered by warranty. CHANGING ENGINE OIL 1. Park the vehicle on a level surface and apply the parking brake. 2. Start the engine and let it idle until it reaches operating temperature, then turn it o[...]

  • Seite 299

    WARNING ● Prolonged and repeated contact with used engine oil may cause skin cancer. ● T ry to avoid direct skin contact with used oil. If skin contact is made, wash thoroughly with soap or hand cleaner as soon as possible. ● Keep used engine oil out of reach of children. CAUTION Be careful not to burn yourself. The engine oil may be hot. 6. [...]

  • Seite 300

    CAUTION Be careful not to burn yourself. The engine oil may be hot. 6. Wipe the engine oil filter sealing surface with a clean rag. CAUTION Be sure to remove any old gasket material remaining on the sealing surface of the engine. Failure to do so could lead to engine damage. 7. Coat the gasket on the new filter with clean engine oil. 8. Screw on th[...]

  • Seite 301

    The fluid level should be checked using the HO T MAX range on the power steering fluid reservoir at fluid temperatures of 122° - 176°F (50° - 80°C) or using the COLD MAX range on the power steering fluid reservoir at fluid tempera- tures of 32° - 86°F (0° - 30°C) . If the fluid is at or below the MIN line, add Genu- ine NISSAN PSF . Remove [...]

  • Seite 302

    CLUTCH FLUID (if so equipped) Check the clutch fluid level in the reservoir (manual transmissions only) . If the fluid level is below the MIN line, add Genuine NISSAN Super Heavy Duty Brake Fluid or equivalent DOT 3 fluid up to the MAX line. If fluid must be added fre- quently , the system should be checked by a NISSAN dealer. For further brake and[...]

  • Seite 303

    ● K eep the battery surface clean and dry. Clean the battery with a solution of baking soda and water. ● Make certain the terminal connections are clean and securely tightened. ● If the vehicle is not to be used for 30 days or longer, disconnect the negative (-) battery terminal cable to prevent discharge. WARNING ● Do not expose the batter[...]

  • Seite 304

    2. Check the fluid level in each cell. If it is necessary to add fluid, add only distilled water to bring the level up to the bottom of the filler opening. Do not overfill. Reinstall the vent caps. V ehicles operated in high temperatures or under severe conditions require frequent checks of the battery fluid level. JUMP STARTING If jump starting is[...]

  • Seite 305

    The current sensor 䊊 A is located near the battery along the negative battery cable. If you add elec- trical accessories to your vehicle, be sure to ground them to a suitable body ground such as the frame or engine block area. 1. P ower steering fluid pump 2. Automatic belt tensioner 3. Cooling fan 4. Air conditioner compressor 5. Crankshaft pull[...]

  • Seite 306

    1. P ower steering fluid pump 2. W ater pump 3. Air conditioner compressor (if so equipped) 4. Crankshaft pulley 5. Generator REPLACING SPARK PLUGS Platinum-tipped spark plugs It is not necessary to replace platinum-tipped 䊊 A spark plugs as frequently as conventional type spark plugs because they last much longer. Fol- low the maintenance log sh[...]

  • Seite 307

    The air cleaner filter should not be cleaned and reused. Replace it according to the maintenance log shown in the “NISSAN Service and Mainte- nance Guide.” When replacing the filter, wipe the inside of the air cleaner filter housing and the cover with a damp cloth. T o remove the VQ40DE air cleaner filter: 䊊 1 Push down on the clips and remov[...]

  • Seite 308

    1. Open the glove box and press in on the sides so that it will open completely allowing it to hang by the cord. 2. Lift upward to release the filter cover and remove the filter cover. NO TE: The filters are marked with air flow arrows. The end of the filter with the arrow should face the rear of the vehicle. The arrows should face downward. 3. Ins[...]

  • Seite 309

    CLEANING If your windshield is not clear after using the windshield washer or if a wiper blade chatters when running, wax or other material may be on the blade or windshield. Clean the outside of the windshield with a washer solution or a mild detergent. Y our windshield is clean if beads do not form when rinsing with clear water. Clean each blade [...]

  • Seite 310

    If you wax the surface of the hood, be careful not to let wax get into the windshield washer nozzle 䊊 A . This may cause clogging or improper wind- shield washer operation. If wax gets into the nozzle, remove it with a needle or small pin 䊊 B . If the brakes do not operate properly , have the brakes checked by a NISSAN dealer. Self-adjusting br[...]

  • Seite 311

    T wo types of fuses are used. T ype 䊊 A is used in the fuse boxes in the engine compartment. T ype 䊊 B is used in the passenger compartment fuse box. T ype A fuses are provided as spare fuses. They are stored in the passenger compartment fuse box. T ype A fuses can be installed in the engine com- partment and passenger compartment fuse boxes. I[...]

  • Seite 312

    3. Remove the fuse box cover by pushing the tab and lifting the cover up. 4. Remove the fuse with the fuse puller. The fuse puller is located in the center of the fuse block in the passenger compartment. 5. If the fuse is open 䊊 A , replace it with a new fuse 䊊 B . 6. If a new fuse also opens, have the electrical system checked and repaired by [...]

  • Seite 313

    4. If the fuse is open 䊊 A , replace it with an equivalent good fuse 䊊 B . 5. Push the fuse box cover to install. 6. If a new fuse also opens, have the electrical system checked and repaired by a NISSAN dealer. CAUTION Be careful not to allow children to swallow the battery or removed parts. T ype A WDI0452 T ype B LDI0456 BATTERY REPLACEMENT 8[...]

  • Seite 314

    K EYFOB (if so equipped) Replace the battery in the keyfob as follows: 䊊 1 Open the lid using a coin 䊊 A . 䊊 2 Remove the battery 䊊 B . 䊊 3 Install a new battery 䊊 C with the “+” facing down. ● Hold the battery by the edges. Holding the battery across the contact points will seri- ously deplete the storage capacity . ● Do not to[...]

  • Seite 315

    FCC Notice: Changes or modifications not expressly ap- proved by the party responsible for compli- ance could void the user’s authority to op- erate the equipment. This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules and RSS-210 of Industry Canada. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interfere[...]

  • Seite 316

    Removing the headlight bulb 1. Open the hood. 2. Disconnect the negative (-) battery cable. 3. Disconnect the electrical connector from the rear end of the bulb. 4. T urn the bulb retaining ring counterclock- wise until it is free from the headlight reflec- tor and then remove it 䊊 A . 5. Carefully remove the headlight bulb. Do not shake or rotat[...]

  • Seite 317

    EXTERIOR AND INTERIOR LIGHTS Item W attage (W) Bulb No.* 1 Headlight 65/55 9007 (HB5) T urn signal light/Parking light 28/8 T -20 NA Side marker 3.8 194 Rear combination light T urn signal 27 3156AK Stop/T ail 27/8 3157K Back -up 18 921 License plate light 5 W5W Fog light* 2 (if so equipped) 55 H11 Map lights (if so equipped) 8 AL38 Interior light [...]

  • Seite 318

    Replacement procedures All other lights are either type A , B, C or D. When replacing a bulb, first remove the lens and/or cover. : Indicates bulb removal : Indicates bulb installation Use a cloth 䊊 1 to protect the housing. WDI0306 Map lights/personal lights LDI0459 Interior light WDI0206 Maintenance and do-it-yourself 8-31[...]

  • Seite 319

    If you have a flat tire, see “Flat tire” in the “In case of emergency” section of this manual. TIRE PRESSURE Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) This vehicle is equipped with the Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) . It monitors tire pressure of all tires except the spare. When the low tire pressure warning light is lit and the CHECK [...]

  • Seite 320

    Tire inflation pressure Check the tire pressures (including the spare) often and always prior to long dis- tance trips. The recommended tire pres- sure specifications are shown on the F .M.V .S.S./C.M.V .S.S. certification label or the Tire and Loading Information label under the “Cold Tire Pressure” heading. The Tire and Loading Information la[...]

  • Seite 321

    Tire and loading information label 䊊 1 Seating capacity: The maximum num- ber of occupants that can be seated in the vehicle. 䊊 2 V ehicle load limit: See loading infor- mation in the “T echnical and con- sumer information” section. 䊊 3 Original tire size: The size of the tires originally installed on the vehicle at the factory. 䊊 4 Col[...]

  • Seite 322

    Checking tire pressure 1. Remove the valve stem cap from the tire. 2. Press the pressure gauge squarely onto the valve stem. Do not press too hard or force the valve stem side- ways, or air will escape. If the hissing sound of air escaping from the tire is heard while checking the pressure, reposition the gauge to eliminate this leakage. 3. Remove [...]

  • Seite 323

    TIRE LABELING Federal law requires tire manufacturers to place standardized information on the sidewall of all tires. This information iden- tifies and describes the fundamental characteristics of the tire and also pro- vides the tire identification number (TIN) for safety standard certification. The TIN can be used to identify the tire in case of [...]

  • Seite 324

    䊊 2 TIN (Tire Identification Number) for a new tire (example: DO T XX XX XXX XXXX) 1. DO T : Abbreviation for the “Depart- ment Of T ransportation”. The symbol can be placed above, below or to the left or right of the Tire Identification Number. 2. T wo-digit code: Manufacturer’s identification mark. 3. T wo-digit code: Tire size. 4. Three-[...]

  • Seite 325

    䊊 7 The word “radial” The word “radial” is shown if the tire has radial structure. 䊊 8 Manufacturer or brand name Manufacturer or brand name is shown. Other Tire-related T erminology In addition to the many terms that are defined throughout this section, Intended Outboard Sidewall is (1) the sidewall that contains a whitewall, bears whi[...]

  • Seite 326

    studded tires. Skid and traction capabilities of studded snow tires on wet or dry surfaces may be poorer than that of non-studded snow tires. TIRE CHAINS Use of tire chains may be prohibited according to location. Check the local laws before installing tire chains. When installing tire chains, make sure they are the proper size for the tires on you[...]

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    Wheel nut tightening torque: 98 ft-lb (133 N·m) The wheel nuts must be kept tight- ened to specifications at all times. It is recommended that wheel nuts be tightened to specification at each tire rotation interval. WARNING ● After rotating the tires, check and adjust the tire pressure. ● Retighten the wheel nuts when the vehicle has been driv[...]

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    Replacing wheels and tires When replacing a tire, use the same size, tread design, speed rating and load carrying capacity as originally equipped. Recommended types and sizes are shown in “Wheels and tires” in the “T echnical and consumer information” section of this manual. WARNING ● The use of tires other than those recom- mended or the[...]

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    Wheel balance Unbalanced wheels may affect vehicle handling and tire life. Even with regular use, wheels can get out of balance. Therefore, they should be bal- anced as required. Wheel balance service should be per- formed with the wheels off the vehicle. Spin balancing the wheels on the vehicle could lead to mechanical damage. ● For additional i[...]

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    9 T echnical and consumer information Capacities and recommended fuel/lubricants .........9 - 2 Fuel recommendation . . .........................9 - 4 Engine oil and oil filter recommendations ..........9 - 6 Air conditioner system refrigerant and oil recommendations ..............................9 - 7 Specifications ...............................[...]

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    The following are approximate capacities. The actual refill capacities may be a little different. When refilling, follow the procedure described in the “Maintenance and do-it-yourself” section to determine the proper refill capacity. Capacity (Approximate) Recommended Fluids and Lubricants US measure Imp measure Liter Fuel 21 1/8gal 17-5/8 gal [...]

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    Capacity (Approximate) Recommended Fluids and Lubricants US measure Imp measure Liter Air conditioning system oil — — — Genuine NISSAN A/C System Oil T ype R or equivalent *5 T ransfer fluid 2-1/8 qt 4-1/2 qt 2.0 Genuine NISSAN Matic D A TF recommended *6 Front final drive oil 1-3/4 pt 1-1/2 pt 0.85 Genuine NISSAN Differential Oil Hypoid Supe[...]

  • Seite 333

    FUEL RECOMMENDATION Use unleaded regular gasoline with an octane rating of at least 87 AKI (Anti-Knock Index) num- ber (Research octane number 91) . CAUTION ● Using a fuel other than that specified could adversely affect the emission control system, and may also affect the warranty coverage. ● Under no circumstances should a leaded gasoline be [...]

  • Seite 334

    E–85 fuel E-85 fuel is a mixture of approximately 85% fuel ethanol and 15% unleaded gasoline. E-85 can only be used in a Flexible Fuel Vehicle (FFV) . Do not use E-85 in your vehicle. U.S. government regulations require fuel ethanol dispensing pumps to be identified by a small, square, orange and black label with the common abbreviation or the ap[...]

  • Seite 335

    ENGINE OIL AND OIL FILTER RECOMMENDATIONS Selecting the correct oil It is essential to choose the correct grade, quality and viscosity engine oil to ensure satisfactory engine life and performance. See “Capacities and recommended fuel/lubricants” earlier in this section. NISSAN recommends the use of an energy conserving oil in order to improve [...]

  • Seite 336

    Y our engine was filled with a high-quality engine oil when it was built. Y ou do not have to change the oil before the first recommended change interval. Oil and filter change intervals depend upon how you use your vehicle. Operation under the following conditions may require more frequent oil and filter changes: ● repeated short distance drivin[...]

  • Seite 337

    ENGINE Model QR25DE VQ40DE T ype Gasoline, 4-cycle, DOHC Gasoline, 4-cycle, DOHC Cylinder arrangement 4-cylinder in-line 6-cylinder, V-block, Slanted at 60° Bore x Stroke in (mm) 3.5 x 3.9 (89.0 x 100.0) 3.760 x 3.622 (95.5 x 92) Displacement cu in (cm 3 ) 151.82 (2,488) 241.30 (3,954) Firing order 1–3–4–2 1–2–3–4–5–6 Idle speed M/[...]

  • Seite 338

    WHEELS AND TIRES Wheels 15 x 7.0J 16 x 7.0J 18 x 7.5J Tires P235/75R15 P265/70R16 P265/75R16 P265/60R18 Spare tire Full size DIMENSIONS AND WEIGHTS Overall length Short wheel base in (mm) 205.5 (5,220) Long wheel base in (mm) 219.4 (5,574) Overall width in (mm) 72.8 (1,850) Overall height With roof rack in (mm) 73.9 (1,878) Without roof rack S and [...]

  • Seite 339

    When planning to drive your NISSAN ve- hicle in another country, you should first find out if the fuel available is suitable for your vehi- cle’s engine. Using fuel with an octane rating that is too low may cause engine damage. All gasoline vehicles must be operated with unleaded gasoline. There- fore, avoid taking your vehicle to areas where app[...]

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    ENGINE SERIAL NUMBER The number is stamped on the engine as shown. F .M.V .S.S./C.M.V .S.S. CERTIFICATION LABEL The Federal/Canadian Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (F .M.V .S.S./C.M.V .S.S.) certification la- bel is affixed as shown. This label contains valu- able vehicle information, such as: Gross Vehicle W eight Ratings (GVWR) , Gross Axle Weight[...]

  • Seite 341

    EMISSION CONTROL INFORMATION LABEL The emission control information label is at- tached to the underside of the hood as shown. TIRE AND LOADING INFORMATION LABEL The cold tire pressure is shown on the Tire and Loading Information label. The label is located as shown. AIR CONDITIONER SPECIFICATION LABEL The air conditioner specification label is aff[...]

  • Seite 342

    INSTALLING FRONT LICENSE PLATE WITH GROMMETS Use the following steps to mount the front license plate with grommets: 1. Make holes on the plastic finisher at the location mark (small dimple) using a 0.37 in (9.5 mm) drill. Apply light pressure to the drill. Insert two plastic grommets provided. Install the license plate holder using the two bolts ([...]

  • Seite 343

    ● GVW (Gross Vehicle Weight) - curb weight plus the combined weight of passengers and cargo. ● GVWR (Gross V ehicle W eight Rat- ing) - maximum total combined weight of the unloaded vehicle, pas- sengers, luggage, hitch, trailer tongue load and any other optional equipment. This information is lo- cated on the F .M.V .S.S./C.M.V .S.S. certifica[...]

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    Steps for determining correct load limit 1. Locate the statement “The combined weight of occupants and cargo should never exceed XXX kg or XXX lbs” on your vehicle’s placard. 2. Determine the combined weight of the driver and passengers that will be riding in your vehicle. 3. Subtract the combined weight of the driver and passengers from XXX [...]

  • Seite 345

    5. Determine the combined weight of luggage and cargo being loaded on the vehicle. That weight may not safely exceed the available cargo and luggage load capacity calculated in Step 4. 6. If your vehicle will be towing a trailer, load from your trailer will be trans- ferred to your vehicle. Consult this manual to determine how this re- duces the av[...]

  • Seite 346

    1. Side channels 2. Header channel 3. Channel sections 4. Floor channels UTILI-TRACK™ CHANNEL SYSTEM (if so equipped) WARNING ● Properly install and tighten the tie- down cleats into the Utili-track™ chan- nel system. Also, do not attach any rope or straps directly to the channel. Failure to properly install the tie-down cleats or attaching r[...]

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    3. Insert the cleat into the channel perpendicu- lar to the channel as shown. Then rotate the cleat clockwise 90° and slide it to the de- sired location. 4. Position the cleat so the nubs on the bottom fully seat into the channel detents. LTI0103 LTI0104 9-18 T echnical and consumer information[...]

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    5. There should be no gap between the bottom of the cleat and the top of the channel. Tighten the center bolt hand tight (20-40 inch pounds) . WTI0124 T echnical and consumer information 9-19[...]

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    CAUTION ● Install only one cleat per section of channel. ● Applying loads at angles to the cleats greater then 45° or loads greater than 150 lbs. (header and floor channels) or 200 lbs. (side channels) may cause damage to the channel or bed. LTI0106 9-20 T echnical and consumer information[...]

  • Seite 350

    WARNING Do not install accessories over the gap between the front and rear side channels. Doing this could affect the rear structure in certain rear impacts, which could result in serious injury. CAUTION Properly secure all cargo with ropes or straps to prevent it from sliding or shifting. Use the channel end stoppers to help se- cure items in the [...]

  • Seite 351

    Install the channels end stoppers as follows: 1. Remove the channel protectors by sliding them out the back of the truck bed. Properly store the channel protectors. 2. Loosen the bolt on the center of the end stopper with the provided wrench and insert it into the channel. 3. Position the end stopper to the desired lo- cation on the channel so the [...]

  • Seite 352

    CREW CAB MODELS Crew Cab short wheel base models should not be used to carry a slide-in camper. KING CAB MODELS This information is provided for you to properly install a slide-in camper and is based on the National Highway T raffic Safety Administration regulations. It is recommended that, before in- stalling the camper, you carefully read the fol[...]

  • Seite 353

    WARNING Overloading or improper loading can ad- versely affect vehicle handling, braking and performance and may lead to accidents. V EHICLE LOAD WEIGHT CAPACITY The vehicle payload weight capacity shown on the Tire and Loading Information label, see “Tire and Loading Information label” in this section, indicates the maximum total weight of pas[...]

  • Seite 354

    MAXIMUM LOAD LIMITS Maximum trailer loads Never allow the total trailer load to exceed the value specified in the “T owing Load/Specification” chart found later in this sec- tion. The total trailer load equals trailer weight plus its cargo weight. ● When towing a trailer load of 3,500 lbs. (1587 kg) or more, trailers with a brake system MUST [...]

  • Seite 355

    T ongue load When using a weight carrying or a weight distrib- uting hitch, keep the tongue load between 10 - 15 percent of the total trailer load or use the trailer tongue load specified by the trailer manu- facturer. The tongue load must be within the maximum tongue load limits shown in the follow- ing “T owing Load/Specification” chart. If t[...]

  • Seite 356

    T o determine the available towing capacity, use the following procedure. 1. Find the GCWR for your vehicle on the ⬙ T owing Load/Specification ⬙ chart found later in this section. 2. Subtract the actual vehicle weight from the GCWR. The remaining amount is the avail- able maximum towing capacity . T o determine the Gross T railer W eight, weig[...]

  • Seite 357

    T OWING LOAD/SPECIFICATION King Cab 2WD (4 cyl) King Cab 2WD (6 cyl) King Cab 4WD (6 cyl) Crew Cab 2WD Crew Cab 4WD Maximum Towing Capacity*1, *2, *3 3,500 lb. (1,588 kg) 6,505 lb. (2,949 kg) 6,300 lb. (2,858 kg) 6,300 lb. (2,858 kg) 6,100 lb. (2,767 kg) Maximum Tongue Load*2, *3 350 lb. (158 kg) 650 lb. (295 kg) 630 lb. (285 kg) 630 lb. (285 kg) 6[...]

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    T OWING SAFETY T railer hitch Y our vehicle may be equipped with an optional trailer tow package. The trailer tow package in- cludes a receiver-type frame mounted hitch. This hitch is rated for the maximum towing capacity of this vehicle when the proper towing equipment is used. Choose a proper ball mount and hitch ball that is rated for the traile[...]

  • Seite 359

    Bumper towing The genuine NISSAN step bumper has provi- sions to install a trailer hitch ball and is designed to tow trailers of a maximum weight of 3,500 lb (1,588 kg) . T o install a trailer hitch ball cut out the circle in the center of the step bumper 䊊 A , then remove it to install the trailer hitch ball. W eight carrying hitches A weight ca[...]

  • Seite 360

    Sway control device Sudden maneuvers, wind gusts, and buffeting caused by other vehicles can affect trailer han- dling. Sway control devices may be used to help control these affects. If you choose to use one, contact a reputable trailer hitch supplier to make sure the sway control device will work with the vehicle, hitch, trailer and the trailer?[...]

  • Seite 361

    ball is mounted to the bumper. Be sure to leave enough slack in the chains to permit turning corners. T railer lights CAUTION When splicing into the vehicle electrical system, a commercially available power- type module/converter must be used to provide power for all trailer lighting. This unit uses the vehicle battery as a direct power source for [...]

  • Seite 362

    Pre-towing tips ● Be certain your vehicle maintains a level position when a loaded and/or unloaded trailer is hitched. Do not drive the vehicle if it has an abnormal nose-up or nose-down condition; check for improper tongue load, overload, worn suspension or other possible causes of either condition. ● Always secure items in the trailer to prev[...]

  • Seite 363

    T o drive away: 1. Start the vehicle. 2. Apply and hold the brake pedal. 3. Shift the transmission into gear. 4. Release the parking brake. 5. Drive slowly until the vehicle and trailer are clear from the blocks. 6. Apply and hold the brake pedal. 7. Have someone retrieve and store the blocks. ● While going downhill, the weight of the trailer pus[...]

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    ● Some states or provinces have specific regulations and speed limits for vehicles that are towing trailers. Obey the local speed limits. ● Check your hitch, trailer wiring harness con- nections, and trailer wheel lug nuts after 50 miles (80 km) of travel and at every break. ● When launching a boat, don’t allow the wa- ter level to go over [...]

  • Seite 365

    DO T (Department of T ransportation) Quality Grades: All passenger car tires must conform to federal safety requirements in addition to these grades. Quality grades can be found where applicable on the tire sidewall between tread shoulder and maximum section width. For example: T readwear 200 T raction A A T emperature A T readwear The treadwear gr[...]

  • Seite 366

    For USA If you believe that your vehicle has a de- fect which could cause a crash or could cause injury or death, you should immedi- ately inform the National Highway T raffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) in addi- tion to notifying NISSAN. If NHTSA receives similar complaints, it may open an investigation, and if it finds that a safety defect exis[...]

  • Seite 367

    Due to legal requirements in some states and Canadian Provinces, your vehicle may be re- quired to be in what is called the “ready condi- tion” for an Inspection/Maintenance (I/M) test of the emission control system. The vehicle is set to the “ready condition” when it is driven through certain driving patterns. Usually, the ready condition [...]

  • Seite 368

    A genuine NISSAN Service Manual is the best source of service and repair information for your vehicle. Filled with wiring diagrams, illustrations and step-by-step diagnostic and adjustment pro- cedures, this manual is the same one used by the factory-trained technicians working at NISSAN dealerships. Also available are genuine NISSAN Owner’s Manu[...]

  • Seite 369

    MEMO 9-40 T echnical and consumer information[...]

  • Seite 370

    10 Index 4WD warning light .............. .2-17 A Active brake limited slip (ABLS) system (if so equipped) ................ .5-34 Air bag (See supplemental restraint system) .................... .1-61 Air bag system Front (See supplemental front impact air bag system) .............. .1-68 Air bag warning labels ............ .1-75 Air bag warning li[...]

  • Seite 371

    Clutch Clutch fluid ................. .8-15 Clutch interlock (clutch start) switch ..... .2-36 C.M.V .S.S. certification label ......... .9-11 Cold weather driving ............. .5-38 Compact disc (CD) player .......... .4-27 Compass display ............... .2-10 Console box .................. .2-41 Controls Audio controls (steering wheel) ...... .[...]

  • Seite 372

    G Garage door opener, HomeLink 姞 Universal T ransceiver ................... .2-53 G a s c a p .................... .3-11 Gauge Engine coolant temperature gauge .... .2-6 Engine oil pressure gauge ......... .2-8 Fuel gauge .................. .2-7 Odometer .................. .2-4 Speedometer ................ .2-4 T achometer ................. .2-6 [...]

  • Seite 373

    Lock Child safety rear door lock ......... .3-6 Door locks .................. .3-3 Power door locks .............. .3-4 Loose fuel cap warning ......... .2-5, 3-11 Low fuel warning light ............. .2-17 Low tire pressure warning light ........ .2-17 Low windshield-washer fluid warning light . . .2-19 Luggage rack (see roof rack) ......... .2-45[...]

  • Seite 374

    Event data ................. .9-38 Refrigerant recommendation .......... .9-7 Registering your vehicle in another country . .9-10 Remote keyless entry system .......... .3-6 Reporting safety defects (US only) ...... .9-37 Roof rack .................... .2-45 S Safety Child safety rear door lock ......... .3-6 Child seat belts .... .1-23, 1-34, 1-46[...]

  • Seite 375

    Theft (NISSAN vehicle immobilizer system) , engine start ............ .2-25, 3-2, 5-11 Three-way catalyst ............... .5-3 Tie down hooks ................ .3-19 Tilting steering wheel ............. .3-13 Tire Flat tire .................... .6-3 Spare tire ............... .6-4, 8-42 Tire and Loading Information label .... .9-12 Tire chains .....[...]

  • Seite 376

    RECOMMENDED FUEL: Use unleaded regular gasoline with an octane rating of at least 87 AKI (Anti-Knock Index) num- ber (Research octane number 91) . CAUTION ● Using a fuel other than that specified could adversely affect the emission control system, and may also affect the warranty coverage. ● Under no circumstances should a leaded gasoline be us[...]