2000 NISSAN XTERRA fuse

ODo not use with accessories that
exceed a 12 volt, 120W (10A) power
draw. Do not use double adapters or
more than one electrical accessory.
OUse this power point with the engine
running. (If the engine is stopped,
this could result in a discharged bat-
tery.)
OAvoid using when the air condi-
tioner, headlights or rear window de-
fogger is on.OBefore inserting or disconnecting a
plug, be sure to turn off the electrical
accessory being used or the ACC
power of the vehicle.
OPush the plug in as far as it will go. If
good contact is not made, the plug
may overheat or the internal tem-
perature fuse may blow.
OWhen not in use, be sure to close the
cap. Do not allow water to contact
the socket.
A storage compartment is located in the
center bottom of the instrument panel.
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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, orFM2. The selected 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 theorbutton to adjust
Bass (BAS) and Treble (TRE) to the desired
level. Use the
orbutton to adjust
Fader or Balance modes. Fader (FAD) adjusts
the sound level between the front and rear
speakers and Balance (BAL) adjusts the
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SCAN tuning
Push the SEEK/SCAN tuning button
or
for more than 1.5 seconds. SCAN ap-
pears in the display window. SCAN tuning
begins from high to low frequencies or low
to high frequencies, depending on which
button is pressed. SCAN tuning stops at
each broadcasting station for five seconds.
Pushing the button again during this five
second period stops SCAN tuning and the
radio remains tuned to that station.
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 band select button (FM/AM) to se-
lect 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 1.5 seconds. 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.
COMPACT DISC (CD) player op-
eration
Turn the ignition key to the ACC or ON
position, and carefully insert the compact
disc into the slot with the label side up. The
compact disc is automatically pulled into the
slot and starts to play.
If the radio is already operating, it automati-
cally turns off and the compact disc begins
to play.
CAUTION
Do not force the compact disc into the
slot. This could damage the player.
CD button
When this button is pushed with the compact
disc loaded and the radio playing, the radio
turns off and the compact disc starts to play.
When power/volume control knob is pushed
while the compact disc is playing, the com-
pact disc stops playing.
FF (Fast forward), REW (Rewind)
When the
orbutton is pushed
while the compact disc is playing, the com-
pact disc plays at an increased speed while
fast forwarding or rewinding. When the but-
ton is released, the compact disc returns to
normal play speed.
APS (Automatic Program Search) FF,
APS REW
When the
button is pushed while the
compact disc is playing, the selection fol-
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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 dis-
play.
2. Tune to the desired station.
3. Push the desired station select button for
more than 1.5 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. Push
to select AM, FM1, or FM2.The selected band illuminates in the dis-
play.
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. When the indicator illuminates in the
display and the sound resumes, memo-
rizing 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 stations.
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8 Do-it-yourself
Maintenance precautions .......................................8-2
Engine compartment check locations ....................8-3
Engine cooling system ...........................................8-5
Checking engine coolant level ...............................8-5
Changing engine coolant .......................................8-6
Engine oil ...............................................................8-9
Checking engine oil level .......................................8-9
Changing engine oil .............................................8-10
Changing engine oil filter .....................................8-12
Automatic transmission fluid (ATF) ......................8-13
Temperature conditions for checking ATF............8-13
Power steering fluid..............................................8-14
Brake and clutch fluid...........................................8-15
Window washer fluid ............................................8-16
Battery ..................................................................8-16
Jump starting ........................................................8-17
Drive belts ............................................................8-18Spark plug replacement .......................................8-19
Air cleaner housing filter ......................................8-20
Wiper blades ........................................................8-22
Parking brake check.............................................8-24
Brake pedal ..........................................................8-24
Brake booster .......................................................8-25
Clutch pedal .........................................................8-26
Fuses ....................................................................8-27
Multi-remote controller battery replacement ........8-28
Light bulbs ............................................................8-29
Headlights ............................................................8-29
Bulb replacement .................................................8-30
Front fog light bulb replacement
(if so equipped) ....................................................8-33
Wheels and tires ..................................................8-34
Four-wheel drive models ......................................8-37
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Passenger compartment
CAUTION
Never use a fuse of a higher amperage
rating than specified on the fuse box
cover. This could damage the electrical
system or cause a fire.
If the electrical equipment does not operate,
check for an open fuse.
1. Be sure the ignition key and the headlight
switch are OFF.
2. Remove the fuse box cover.3. Remove the fuse with the fuse puller.
4. If the fuse is open, replace it with a new
fuse.
5. If a new fuse opens again, have the
electrical system checked and repaired
by an authorized NISSAN dealer.
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Trailer Tow Harness and Module
(if so equipped)
The trailer tow module on your vehicle al-
lows turn/stop lamp control of a trailer being
towed by your NISSAN.The trailer tow module includes:
ctrailer tow module which draws power
from the vehicle stop lamp fuse
cone subharness containing a SAE J1239
specified connectorTo use the tow harness:
1) Remove the connector cap from the
vehicle harness, located behind the right
rear wheel well attached to the frame.
Store the connector cap in vehicle glove
box for reinstallation.
2) Connect the tow harness to the vehicle
harness located behind the right rear
wheel well attached to the frame.
3) Connect the tow harness connector
(SAE J1239) to your trailer.
4) Confirm proper vehicle and trailer
stop/turn lamp operation.
5) When towing is completed, disconnect
the tow harness from the trailer and the
vehicle. Store the tow harness in the
glove box. Reinstall the connector cap to
the vehicle harness.
If you need further assistance in wiring
a trailer to your NISSAN, contact an autho-
rized NISSAN dealer.
Always confirm proper vehicle and
trailer stop/turn lamp operation every
time the trailer light circuits are con-
nected for use.
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