1996 NISSAN QUEST warning

1 Instruments and controls
Meters and gauges .............................................. 1-3
Warning/indicator lights and chimes .................... 1-6
Theft warning........................................................ 1-9
Windshield wiper lever and washer switch ........ 1-10
Rear window wiper and washer switches .......... 1-11
Rear window defogger switch ............................ 1-12
Headlight control switch ..................................... 1-12
Autolamp switch ................................................. 1-13
Spotlights ............................................................ 1-15
Turn signal switch .............................................. 1-15
Cornering light .................................................... 1-16
Instrument brightness control ............................. 1-16
Hazard warning flasher switch ........................... 1-16Cigarette lighter (accessory) and ashtray .......... 1-17
Rear power point ................................................ 1-18
Coin tray ............................................................. 1-18
Compact disc and audio cassette
storage compartment ......................................... 1-19
Power window .................................................... 1-19
Sunroof (If so equipped) .................................... 1-20
Manual rear windows ......................................... 1-21
Power rear windows ........................................... 1-21
Clock................................................................... 1-22
Interior lights ....................................................... 1-23
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Checking bulbs
Apply the parking brake, fasten seat belts,
and turn the ignition key to ON without
starting the engine. The following lights
come on and stay on until the engine is
started:
The following lights come on briefly and
then go off:
ABS or
If any light fails to come on, it mayindicate a burned-out bulb or an open
circuit in the electrical system. Have the
system repaired promptly.
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 engineimmediatelyand call a NISSAN
dealer or other authorized repair shop.Run-
ning the engine with the oil pressure
warning light on could cause serious
damage to the engine.The oil pressure warning light is not
designed to indicate a low oil level. Use
the dipstick to check the oil level.See
``Engine oil'' in the ``Do-it-yourself opera-
tions'' section.Charge warning light
If the light comes on while the engine is
running, it may indicate something wrong
with the charging system. Turn the engine
off and check the generator belt. If the belt is
loose, broken, missing, or if the light re-
mains on, see your NISSAN dealer imme-
diately.
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WARNING/INDICATOR
LIGHTS AND CHIMES
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CAUTION
Do not continue driving if the belt is
loose, broken or missing.
Low fuel warning light
This light comes on when the fuel level in
the fuel tank is getting low. Refuel as soon
as it is convenient, preferably before the fuel
gauge reaches E. There should be a small
reserve of fuel in the tank when the fuel
gauge needle reaches E.
Door open warning light
This light comes on when any of the doors
are not closed securely while the ignition
key is ON.
Seat belt warning light and
chime
The light and chime remind you to fasten
your seat belts. If the driver's seat belt is
NOT securely fastened when the ignition
key is turned to ON or START, the chime
sounds four times and the light illuminates.
Refer to ``Seat belts'' in the ``Pre-driving
checks and adjustments'' section for pre-
cautions on seat belt usage.
Supplemental air bag
warning light
When the ignition key is in the ON or START
position, the supplemental air bag warning
light illuminates for about 7 seconds and
then turns off. This means the Air Bag
Supplemental Restraint System is opera-
tional.
If any of the following conditions occur, the
supplemental air bag system needs servic-
ing and your vehicle should be taken to your
nearest authorized NISSAN dealer as soon
as practical:
1. The supplemental air bag warning light
does not come on for 7 seconds and then
go off as described above.
2. The supplemental air bag warning light
flashes intermittently or remains on.
3. The supplemental air bag warning light
does not come on at all.
Unless checked and repaired, the Air Bag
Supplemental Restraint System may not
function properly. For additional details, see
``Supplemental restraint system'' in the ``Pre-
driving checks and adjustments'' section.
Low washer fluid warning
light
This light comes on when the washer res-
ervoir fluid is at a low level. Add washer fluid
as necessary. See the ``Do-it-yourself op-
erations'' section.
Brake warning light
This light functions for both the parking
brake and the foot brake systems.
The light comes on when the parking brake
is applied, and also warns of a low brake
fluid level. If the light comes on while the
engine is running with the parking brake not
applied, stop the vehicle and perform the
following:
1. Check the brake fluid level. Add brake
fluid as necessary. See ``Brake fluid'' in
the ``Do-it-yourself operations'' section.
2. If the brake fluid level is correct, check
the warning system.
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WARNING
cIf you judge it to be safe, drive care-
fully to the nearest service station
for repairs. Otherwise, have your ve-
hicle towed because driving it could
be dangerous.
cPressing the brake pedal with the
engine stopped and/or low brake
fluid level may increase your stop-
ping distance and braking will re-
quire greater pedal effort as well as
pedal travel.
orABSAnti-lock brake
warning light
If the light comes on while the engine is
running, it may indicate something wrong
with the anti-lock portion of the brake sys-
tem. Have the system checked by your
NISSAN dealer.
If an abnormality occurs in the system, the
anti-lock function ceases, but the brakes
continue to operate normally.
If the light comes on while you are driv-
ing, contact your NISSAN dealer for re-
pair.
Overdrive off indicator light
This light comes on during driving when the
overdrive switch is pressed to prevent over-
drive operation.
The O/D OFF indicator light comes on for
two seconds each time the ignition key is
turned ON. This shows the light is function-
ing properly.
If the O/D OFF indicator light blinks for
approximately 8 seconds after coming on
for 2 seconds, have your NISSAN dealer
check the transmission and repair it if nec-
essary.
The automatic transmission is equipped
with an electronic Fail-Safe mode. This sys-
tem allows the vehicle to be driven even in
the event of damage to the electrical cir-
cuits. If this occurs, the gears automatically
engage and lock into 3rd gear.
NOTE: See the ``Fail-safe'' section in the
``Starting and driving'' section before visiting
your NISSAN dealer.
Turn signal/hazard indicator
lights
The appropriate light flashes when the turn
signal lever is activated.
Both lights flash when the hazard switch is
turned on.
High beam indicator light
This light comes on when the headlight high
beam is on and goes out when the low
beam is selected.
Cruise indicator light
The light comes on while the vehicle speed
is controlled by the cruise control system. If
the CRUISE indicator blinks, have the sys-
tem checked by your NISSAN dealer.
Key reminder chime
The chime sounds if the driver side door is
opened while the key is left in the ignition
switch. Remove the key and take it with you
when leaving the vehicle.
Light reminder chime
A chime sounds when the driver side door is
opened if the headlight control switch is
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turned on (ignition switch is turned OFF).
Turn the headlight control switch to OFF
when you leave the vehicle.
Brake pad wear warning
The disc brake pads have audible wear
warnings. When a brake pad requires re-
placement, it makes a high pitched scraping
sound when the vehicle is in motion whether
or not the brake pedal is depressed. Have
the brakes checked as soon as possible if
the warning sound is heard.
Malfunction indicator lamp
(emission system)
If this light comes on or blinks while the
engine is running, it may indicate a po-
tential emission control problem. Al-
though the vehicle is still driveable, see
your NISSAN dealer for service as soon
as possible. Continued operation with-
out having the emission control system
checked and repaired as necessary
could lead to poor driveability, reduced
fuel economy, and possible damage to
the emission control system which may
affect your warranty coverage.The theft warning system provides audio
and visual alarm signals if parts of the
vehicle are disturbed.
How to activate the theft warning
system
1. Close all windows.
2. Remove the key from the ignition switch.
3. Close all doors and the hood. Lock all
doors by pressing the
button on the
multi-remote controller. At this time, the
parking lights blink and the horn chirps to
indicate all doors are locked.The system can be activated even if the
windows are open.
4. Confirm that the SECURITY indicator
light, located under the hazard warning
switch, illuminates.
cThe SECURITY light stays on for about
30 seconds and then begins to flash
once every three seconds. The system is
now activated.
The theft warning system is NOT activated if
one of the following occurs:
cA door is unlocked or opened, the hood is
opened, or the ignition key is turned to
the ACC or ON position during the 30
seconds in which the SECURITY light
stays on.
cThe SECURITY light blinks at a steady
1/2 second on - 1/2 second off rate
because a door or the hood is open and
the key is not in the ACC or ON position.
When the ignition key is turned to the
ACC or ON position, the SECURITY light
turns off.Theft warning system operation
The theft warning system emits the follow-
ing alarm:
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THEFT WARNING
(If so equipped)
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To operate the washer, press on the end of
the wiper knob. For more washer fluid, push
and hold the end of the wiper knob. The
wipers cycle a few times when the washer is
activated. The washer operates in any of
the wiper positions.
CAUTION
cDo not operate the washer continu-
ously for more than 30 seconds.
cDo not operate the washer if the
reservoir tank is empty.
WARNING
In freezing temperatures the washer
solution may freeze on the windshield
and obscure your vision. Warm the
windshield with the defroster before
you wash the windshield.
Push and hold the rear washer switch to
operate the rear washer. The wiper cycles
continuously until the switch is released.
Push the rear wiper switch to operate the
wiper. The wiper cycles intermittently. Push
again to cancel.
CAUTION
cDo not operate the washer continu-
ously for more than 30 seconds.
cDo not operate the washer if the
reservoir tank is empty.
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REAR WINDOW WIPER AND
WASHER SWITCHES
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Daytime light system
(for Canada)
Even if the headlight control dial is off, the
headlight high beams come on after starting
the engine. The headlights are a little dim-
mer than they are with the light switch in the
position.
If the parking brake is applied before the
engine is started, the daytime lights do not
illuminate. The daytime light system illumi-
nates once the parking brake is released.
Thereafter, the daytime lights do not turn off
when using the parking brake at stop sig-
nals, etc.
WARNING
When the daytime light system is ac-
tive, tail lights on your vehicle will not
be on. It is necessary at dusk to turn on
your headlights. Failure to do so could
cause an accident injuring yourself and
others.The autolamp system allows the headlights
to be set so they turn on and off automati-
cally. The autolamp system can turn on the
headlights automatically when it is dark,
turn off the headlights when it is light, and
keep the headlights on for up to three
minutes after you turn the key to OFF.
To set the autolamp system:
1. Make sure the headlight switch is in the
OFF position. If the headlight switch is in
the ON position, the autolamp system is
canceled.
2. Turn the ignition key to ON.3. Use the autolamp switch to activate the
autolamp feature. It is to the left of the
steering wheel.
4. Turn the switch to the right. A slight
detent in the switch indicates it has been
turned past the OFF position. After the
switch is turned past the detent, the
autolamp automatically turns the lamps
on and off.
Shut-off delay
The length of time the autolamps stay on
after the ignition is turned to OFF depends
on how far the switch is turned to the right.
If the switch is turned all the way to the right,
the headlights stay on about three minutes
after the ignition is turned to OFF. If the
switch is turned only a little way to the right,
the headlights may stay on for less than a
minute.
To turn the autolamp system OFF, turn the
switch all the way to the left until the detent
is felt.
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AUTOLAMP SWITCH
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The cornering light provides additional illu-
mination toward the turning direction. The
light on the turning direction side comes on
when a turn is signaled with the headlights
on.The instrument brightness control operates
when the light switch is in theorposition, or when the autolamp system
is operating.
Pressing the right side of the switch bright-
ens the instrument panel lights; pressing the
left side of the switch dims the instrument
panel lights.Push the switch to warn other drivers when
you must stop or park under emergency
conditions. All turn signal lights flash. Press
the switch again to turn the hazard warning
flashers off.
WARNING
cWhen stalled or stopped on the road-
way under emergency conditions,
move the vehicle well off the road.
cDo not use the switch while moving
on the highway unless unusual cir-
cumstances force you to drive so
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CORNERING LIGHT INSTRUMENT BRIGHTNESS
CONTROLHAZARD WARNING FLASHER
SWITCH
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