1999 NISSAN QUEST warning

CRUISE indicator blinks, have the system
checked by an authorized NISSAN dealer.
Key reminder chime
The chime sounds if the driver's 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's door is
opened if the headlight control switch is
turned on (ignition switch is turned OFF).
The chime will not sound when the Auto-
lamp (if so equipped) shut-off delay is acti-
vated. Refer to the ``Autolamp Switch'' in-
structions later in this section.
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 light
(MIL)
If the malfunction indicator light comes on
steady or blinks while the engine is running,
it may indicate a potential emission control
problem.
The malfunction indicator light may also
come on steady or blink if the fuel filler cap
has not been closed tightly or if the fuel tank
is nearly empty. Check to make sure the
fuel cap is secure and that you have at least
three gallons (14 liters) of fuel in the fuel
tank.
After driving for a while, the light should
remain off if no other potential emission
control system problem exists.
Operation
The malfunction indicator light will come on
in one of two ways:
cMalfunction indicator light on steady - An
emission control system malfunction has
been detected. Have the vehicle in-
spected by an authorized NISSAN
dealer. You do not need to have your
vehicle towed to the dealer.cMalfunction indicator light blinking - An
engine misfire has been detected which
may damage the emission control sys-
tem. To reduce or avoid emission control
system damage:
a) do not drive at speeds above 45 MPH
(72 km/h).
b) avoid hard acceleration or decelera-
tion.
c) avoid steep uphill grades.
d) if possible, reduce the amount of cargo
being hauled or towed.
The malfunction indicator light may stop
blinking and come on steady. Have the
vehicle inspected by an authorized NISSAN
dealer. You do not need to have your ve-
hicle towed to the dealer.
CAUTION
Continued vehicle operation without
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.
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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.
4. Push the
button on the multi-remote
controller. All doors lock. The hazard
lights flash twice and the horn beeps
once to indicate all doors are locked.cWhen the
button is pushed with all
doors locked, the hazard lights flash
twice and the horn beeps once as a
reminder that the doors are already
locked.
The horn may or may not beep once.
Refer to ``silencing the horn beep fea-
ture'' later in this section.
The system can be activated even if the
windows are open.
5. Confirm that the SECURITY indicator
light comes on. The SECURITY light
glows for about 30 seconds and then
begins to flash once every three seconds.
The system is now activated. If, during
this 30-second time period, the door is
unlocked by the key or the multi-remote
controller, or the ignition key is turned to
ACC or ON, the system will not activate.
If the key is turned slowly when locking
the door, the system may not activate.
Furthermore, if the key is turned exces-
sively to the unlock position, the system
may be deactivated when the key is re-
moved. If the indicator light fails to glow
for 30 seconds, unlock the door once
and lock it again.Even when the driver and/or passengers
are in the vehicle, the system will acti-
vate with all doors, hood and trunk lid
locked and ignition key off. Turn the
ignition key to ACC or ON to turn the
system off.
Theft warning system operation
The theft warning system emits the follow-
ing alarm:
cThe headlights and tail lights flash and
the horn sounds intermittently. In addi-
tion, the starter motor does not operate.
cThe alarm automatically turns off after
two to three minutes. However, the alarm
reactivates if the vehicle is tampered with
again. The alarm can be shut off by
unlocking a door with the key or by
pressing the
button on the multi-
remote controller.
The alarm is activated when:
ca door is unlocked or opened without
using the key or the multi-remote control-
ler. This includes unlocking the doors
with the inside door lock switch.
cthe hood is opened.
IC0005
THEFT WARNING
(if so equipped)
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To operate the wipers intermittently, adjust
the knob between the S (slow) and F (fast)
positions. For continuous operation, select
LO or HI.
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
The following could damage the
washer system:
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 windshieldand obscure your vision, which may
lead to an accident. Warm the wind-
shield with the defroster before you
wash the windshield.
AIC0561AIC0559
WINDSHIELD WIPER AND
WASHER SWITCH
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Push the headlight switch again to turn the
interior lights off.
DAYTIME RUNNING LIGHT
SYSTEM (Canada only)
The headlights automatically illuminate at a
reduced intensity when the engine is started
with the parking brake released. The day-
time running lights operate with the head-
light switch in the OFF position or in the
position. Turn the headlight switch to
theposition for full illumination when
driving at night.
If the parking brake is applied before the
engine is started, the daytime running lights
do not illuminate. The daytime running lights
illuminate once the parking brake is released.
The daytime running lights will remain on until
the ignition switch is turned OFF.
WARNING
When the daytime running light system
is active, 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
AUTO1 or AUTO2 position.
2. Turn the ignition key to ON.
3. The autolamp system automatically turns
the headlights on and off.
Shut-off delay
The length of time the headlights stay on
after the ignition is turned to OFF depends
on whether the switch is in the AUTO1 or
AUTO2 position. If the switch is in the
AUTO1 position, then the headlights stay on
for less than 1 minute after the ignition is
turned OFF. If the switch is in the AUTO2
position, the headlights stay on approxi-
mately 3 minutes after the ignition is turned
OFF.
To turn the autolamp system off, turn the
switch to the OFF,
,orposition.AIC1058
AUTOLAMP SWITCH
(if so equipped)
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The instrument brightness control operates
when the light switch is in theorposition, or when the autolamp system
is operating.
Pressing the
side of the switch bright-
ens the instrument panel lights; pressing the
side of the switch dims the instrument
panel lights.Push the
(hazard) 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 soslowly that your vehicle might be-
come a hazard to other traffic.
cTurn signals do not work when the
hazard warning flasher lights are on.
The flashers can be actuated with the igni-
tion switch either OFF or ON.
Some state laws may prohibit the use of
the hazard warning flasher switch while
driving.
AIC1059AIC1060
INSTRUMENT BRIGHTNESS
CONTROLHAZARD WARNING FLASHER
SWITCH
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The cigarette lighter element is an acces-
sory. A genuine NISSAN cigarette lighter or
equivalent can be purchased from an autho-
rized NISSAN dealer.
The cigarette lighter operates when the
ignition switch is in the ACC or ON position.
Push the lighter in all the way. When the
lighter is heated, it springs out.
Return the lighter to its original position after
use.The utility tray has a rubber mat that may be
removed for cleaning.
The ashtray is an accessory. A genuine
NISSAN ashtray or equivalent can be pur-
chased from an authorized NISSAN dealer.
The ashtray fits in the utility box. Do not
use the utility box as an ashtray. Use
only a genuine NISSAN ashtray or
equivalent.
Pull on the lid of the ashtray to remove it for
disposing of ashes.
CAUTION
The cigarette lighter socket is a power
source for the cigarette lighter element
only. The use of the cigarette lighter
socket as a power source for any other
accessory is not recommended.
WARNING
The cigarette lighter should not be
used while driving in order that full
attention may be given to the driving
operation.
AIC1074AIC1075
CIGARETTE LIGHTER AND
ASHTRAY (accessory)
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The rear power point is located on the
driver's side trim panel of the second row
seat behind the side door. Open the cover
to gain access to the power point.
Use the power point to plug in electrical
equipment such as a cellular telephone, CB
radio, etc. Follow the installation instruc-
tions included with your electrical equip-
ment.
When not in use, always close the power
point cover.CAUTION
When using the power point:
cMaximum load of any electrical
equipment should not exceed 10
amps.
cBe sure to turn off any electrical
equipment when not in use. Leaving
electrical equipment on for extended
periods can discharge your battery.To use the cup holder, pull out. To store the
cup holder, push it back in.
The cup holder can be adjusted to fit smaller
cups by pushing the arms in. The arms have
three detents and then return to the fully
open position.
WARNING
The driver should not pull out the cup
holder or remove or insert cups into the
cup holder while driving in order that
full attention may be given to the driv-
ing operation.
AIC1064AIC1065
REAR POWER POINT CUP HOLDER
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WARNING
cMake sure that all passengers have
their hands, etc. inside the vehicle
before closing the windows. Use the
window lock switch to prevent unex-
pected use of the power windows.
c
Do not leave children unattended in-
side the vehicle. They could unknow-
ingly activate switches or controls
and become trapped in a window.
Unattended children could become
involved in serious accidents.
The main switch (on the driver side) opens
or closes the driver's, and passenger's win-
dows, and (if so equipped) rear vent win-
dows.
To open the window, press the switch down.
To close the window, lift the switch up.
The power windows operate when the igni-
tion key is in the ON position, or for 15
minutes after the ignition key is turned to the
OFF position. If the driver's or passenger's
door is opened during this 15 minute period,
power to the windows is cancelled.AUTOMATIC POWER WINDOW
SWITCH
To fully open the driver side window, press
down firmly on the switch and release it; you
do not need to hold the switch down. The
window automatically opens all the way.
The automatic feature can be interrupted
before the window is fully open by briefly
lifting up on the switch as the window moves
down.
AIC1079AIC1080
POWER WINDOWS
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