1998 NISSAN SENTRA Battery

CAUTION
Leaving the interior light switch in the
ON position for extended periods of
time results in a discharged battery.
TRUNK LIGHT (if so equipped)
The light illuminates when the trunk lid is
opened. When the trunk lid is closed, the
light goes off. For bulb replacement proce-
dures, refer to ªBulb replacementº in the
``Do-it-yourself'' section of this manual.
2-20Instruments and controls
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3 Pre-driving checks and adjustments
Key .........................................................................3-2
Door locks ..............................................................3-2
Manual door lock ....................................................3-2
Power door lock (if so equipped) ...........................3-3
Multi-remote control system (if so equipped).........3-4
Battery replacement ...............................................3-7
Child safety rear door lock (four-door only) ...........3-8
Hood release ..........................................................3-9................3-9Glove box .............................................................3-10
Trunk lid lock operation ........................................3-10
Fuel filler lid lock operation ..................................3-12
Fuel filler cap ........................................................3-12
Tilting steering wheel ...........................................3-14
Outside mirror control...........................................3-14
Inside mirror .........................................................3-15
Vanity mirror (if so equipped)...............................3-15
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Replace the battery in the multi-remote con-
troller as follows:
1. Open the lid using a coin.
2. Replace the battery with a new one.
Recommended battery: Sanyo CR2025
or equivalent.3.Close the lid securely.
4. Press thebutton, then thebutton
two or three times to check the multi-
remote controller operation.
If the battery is removed for any reasonother than replacement, perform step
four.
cAn improperly disposed battery can
hurt the environment. Always confirm
local regulations for battery disposal.
cThe multi-remote controller is water-
resistant; however, if it does get wet,
immediately wipe completely dry.
cThe operational range of the multi-
remote controller extends to approxi-
mately 49 ft (15 m) from the vehicle.
This range may vary with conditions.
FCC Notice:
Changes or modifications not expressly
approved by the manufacturer for com-
pliance could void the user's authority to
operate 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 interference, and (2) this
device must accept any interference re-
ceived, including interference that may
cause undesired operation of the device.
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BATTERY REPLACEMENT
Pre-driving checks and adjustments3-7
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Station memory operations
Six stations can be set for the AM band. 12
stations can be set for the FM band (six for
FM1, six for FM2).
1. Pushto select AM, FM1, or FM2. Theselected band illuminates in the display.
2. Tune to the desired station.
3. Push the desired station select button for
more than 2 seconds. For example, in
the illustrations, ch2 is to be memorized.
The radio mutes when the select button
is pushed.
4. When the sound resumes, memorizing is
complete.
5. Other station select buttons can be set in
the same manner.
If the battery cable is disconnected, or if the
radio fuse opens, the radio memory is can-
celled. In that case, reset the desired sta-
tions.
Adjusting tone quality and speaker
balance
To adjust BASSzTREBzFADERzBAL (Bass,
Treble, Fader, Balance), press the AUDIO
button until the desired mode (BAS, TRE,
FAD or BAL) appears in the display.
Press the
orbutton to adjust
Bass (BAS) and Treble (TRE) to the desired
level. Use the
orbutton to ad-
just Fader or Balalnce modes. Fader ad-
justs the sound level between the front and
rear speakers and Balance (BAL) adjusts
the sound level between the right and left
speakers.
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Station memory operations
Six stations can be set for the AM band. 12
stations can be set for the FM band (six for
FM1, six for FM2).1. Push
to select AM, FM1, or
FM2. The selected band illuminates in
the display.
2. Tune to the desired station.
3. Push the desired station select button for
more than 3 seconds. For example, in
the illustrations, ch2 is to be memorized.
The radio mutes when the select button
is pushed.
4. The indicator, ch2, then illuminates in the
display and the sound resumes. Memo-
rizing is now complete.
5. Other station select buttons can be set in
the same manner.
If the battery cable is disconnected, or if the
radio fuse opens, the radio memory is can-
celled. In that case, reset the desired stations.
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Station memory operations
Six stations can be set for the AM band. 12
stations can be set for the FM band (six for
FM1, six for FM2).
1. Pushto select AM, FM1, or FM2. Theselected band illuminates in the display.
2. Tune to the desired station.
3. Push the desired station select button for
more than 3 seconds. For example, in
the illustrations, ch2 is to be memorized.
The radio mutes when the select button
is pushed.
4. The indicator, ch2, then illuminates in the
display and the sound resumes. Memo-
rizing is now complete.
5. Other station select buttons can be set in
the same manner.
If the battery cable is disconnected, or if the
radio fuse opens, the radio memory is can-
celled. In that case, reset the desired stations.
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WARNING
cDo not depress the accelerator pedal
while shifting from P (Park) or N
(Neutral) to R (Reverse), D (Drive), 2
or 1. Always depress the brake pedal
until shifting is completed. Failure to
do so could cause you to lose con-
trol and have an accident.
cCold engine idle speed is high, so
use caution when shifting into a for-
ward or reverse gear before the en-
gine has warmed up.
cNever shift to P (Park) or R (Reverse)
while the vehicle is moving. This
could cause an accident.
CAUTION
cWhen stopping the vehicle on an
uphill grade, do not hold the vehicle
by depressing the accelerator pedal.
The foot brake should be used for
this purpose.
cOn slippery roads, do not downshift.
This may cause a loss of control.The automatic transmission in you vehicle is
electronically controlled by a transmission
control module to produce maximum power
and smooth operation.
The recommended operating procedures
for this transmission are shown on the fol-
lowing pages. Follow these procedures for
maximum vehicle performance and driving
enjoyment.
Starting the vehicle
cAfter starting the engine, fully depress
the foot brake pedal before shifting the
shift selector lever to the D (Drive), R
(Reverse), 2 or 1 position. Be sure the
vehicle is at a complete stop before
attempting to shift the shift selector lever.
cKeep the foot brake pedal depressed
and shift into a driving gear.
cRelease the foot brake, then gradually
start the vehicle in motion.
The automatic transmission is designed so
the foot brake pedal MUST be depressed
before shifting from P (Park) to any drive
position while the ignition switch is ON.
The shift lever cannot be moved out of P
(Park) and into any of the other gear
positions if the ignition key is turned to
LOCK or if the key is removed.
If the battery charge is low, the shift
selector lever can be moved if the igni-
tion switch is in the ACC position.
DRIVING WITH AUTOMATIC
TRANSMISSION
(if so equipped)
5-6Starting and driving
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Freeing a frozen door lock
To prevent a door lock from freezing, apply
de-icer or glycerin through the key hole. If
the lock becomes frozen, heat the key be-
fore inserting it in the key hole.
Anti-freeze
In the winter when it is anticipated that the
temperature will drop below 32ÉF (0ÉC),
check the anti-freeze (ethylene glycol base)
to assure proper winter protection. For de-
tails, see ``Engine cooling system'' in the
``Do-it-yourself'' section of this manual.
Battery
If the battery is not fully charged during
extremely cold weather conditions, the bat-
tery fluid may freeze and damage the bat-
tery. To maintain maximum efficiency, the
battery should be checked regularly. For
details, see ``Battery'' in the ``Do-it-yourself''
section of this manual.
Draining of coolant
If the vehicle is to be left outside without
anti-freeze, drain the cooling system by
opening the drain valves located under the
radiator and on the engine block. Refillbefore operating the vehicle. See ``Chang-
ing Engine Coolant'' in the ``Do-it-yourself''
section of this manual.
Tire equipment
1.SUMMER tires are of a tread design to
provide superior performance on dry
pavement. However, the performance of
these tires will be substantially reduced in
snowy and icy conditions. If you operate
your vehicle on snowy or icy roads, NIS-
SAN recommends the use of MUD &
SNOW or ALL SEASON TIRES on all four
wheels. Please consult an authorized
NISSAN dealer for the tire type, size,
speed rating and availability information.
2. For additional traction on icy roads, stud-
ded tires may be used. However, most
U.S. States and Canadian provinces pro-
hibit their use. Check local, state and
provincial laws before installing 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.
3. Tire chains may be used. Make sure they
are of proper size for the tires on yourvehicle and are installed according to the
chain manufacturer's suggestions.
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
of proper size for the tires on your vehicle
and are installed according to the chain
manufacturer's suggestions.Use only
SAE Class ªSº chains.Other types may
damage your vehicle. Use chain tension-
ers when recommended by the tire chain
manufacturer to ensure a tight fit. Loose
end links of the tire chain must be se-
cured or removed to prevent the possi-
bility of whipping action damage to the
fenders or underbody. If possible, avoid
fully loading your vehicle when using tire
chains. In addition, drive at a reduced
speed. Otherwise, your vehicle may be
damaged and/or vehicle handling and
performance may be adversely affected.
Never install tire chains on T-type spare
tires. Do not use tire chains on dry roads.
COLD WEATHER DRIVING
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