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only. Searching or scanning by program
type may yield a limited number of selec-
tions.
1. Press the PTY button. The display
changes fromªRDS PTY SEARCHºto
ªSELECT BY TUNEº.
2. Press TUNE/FF-REV (
or)
up/down button to choose a specific pro-
gram type:
ROCK, CLASSIC ROCK, SOFT ROCK,
TOP 40, COUNTRY, JAZZ, CLASSICAL,
OLDIES, NEWS, SPORTS, TALK, ANY
3. Press the SEEK or SCAN button to
search for the next station with the se-
lected PTY. The SCAN icon flashes
when the SCAN button is pressed. The
radio continues to seek or scan until a
radio station is found matching the se-
lected PTY.
4. Press the PTY button again to cancel the
PTY SEEK mode.
Compact disc (CD) operation
Turn the ignition key to the ACC or ON
position.
CAUTION
cDo not force a compact disc (CD)
into the CD insert slot. This could
damage the CD and/or CD changer.
cTrying to load a CD with the CD door
closed could damage the CD and/or
CD changer.
CD button
When the CD button is pressed with a
compact disc loaded and the radio playing,
the radio turns off and the last used com-
pact disc starts to play.
CD Loading
Press the LOAD button to start CD loading
mode.
The following sequence will occur:
1. Thegreenindicator on the lowest avail-
able disc select button will start blinking.
(Same as preset memory button). The
display showsªPlease Waitº.
2. The display changes toªInsert Discºfor
a maximum of 15 seconds.
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Selected disc play
1. Press the disc select button whose disc
icon is displayed.
2. The indicator blinksgreenduring the
change and the display showsªChang-
ing Discº.
3. The CD plays after the disc is set to a
play position.
4. The indicator changes fromblinking
greentosolid greenand the display
shows the Disc number, Track number
and Elapsed Time.
FF (fast forward) REW
(rewind) buttons
When the TUNE/FF-REV (
or) but-
ton is pressed while the compact disc is
playing, the compact disc plays at an in-
creased speed while fast forwarding or re-
winding. When the button is released, the
CD returns to normal play speed.
SEEK/TRACK buttons
When
is pressed while the compact disc
is playing, the selection following the
present one starts to play from the begin-
ning. Press
several times to skip sev-
eral selections. Each time the button is
pressed, the CD advances one additional
selection. The track number appears in the
display window. (When the last selection on
the compact disc is skipped, the first selec-
tion is played.)
When
is pressed, the selection being
played returns to the beginning. Press
several times to skip back several selec-
tions. Each time the button is pressed, the
CD moves back one selection. If the play
pattern is in MIX mode when the button is
pressed, the next random selection will be
played.
Repeat/Mix
Press the RPT MIX button to change CD
play patterns:
Repeat!Mix!All Mix!Normal Play
Repeat
Press the RPT MIX button (<1.5 seconds)
once to repeat the current track. The ª1º
icon is turned on, and the display shows
ªRepeat Trackºfor 2 seconds. The display
then shows the Track number and Elapsed
time as normal.
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Mix
Press the RPT MIX button (<1.5 seconds)
again to start shuffle play of the current disc.
The ªMIXº icon is turned on and the display
showsªMix Tracksºfor 2 seconds. The
display then shows the Track number and
Elapsed time as normal.
All Mix
Press the RPT MIX button (<1.5 seconds)
again to start shuffle play of all discs. The
ªMIXº icon is turned on, and the display
showsªMix All Tracksºfor 2 seconds. The
display then shows the Track number and
Elapsed time as normal. Also, the indicators
of the loaded discs are turned on with
amber color. (Green for current disc.)
Normal Play
Press the RPT MIX button (<1.5 seconds)
again to change to normal play mode. The
ªMIXº icon and the amber LED's are turned
off. The display showsªNormal Playºfor 2
seconds. The display then shows the Track
number and Elapsed time as normal.
CD Scan
1 Disc All Tracks
Press the SCAN button (<1.5 seconds) to
scan all tracks of the current disc for 7
seconds per track. The display showsªDisc
Scanºfor 2 seconds, and then shows the
track number and elapsed time as normal.
The SCAN icon is flashed during Scan
mode.
The Scan mode is cancelled once it scans
through all tracks on the disc, or if the SCAN
button is pressed during Scan mode.All Discs, 1 Track
Press and hold the SCAN button (>1.5
seconds) to scan the first track of all the
loaded discs for 7 seconds per track. The
display showsªAll Disc Scanºfor 2 sec-
onds, and then shows the track number and
elapsed time as normal. The SCAN icon is
flashed during Scan mode.
The Scan mode is cancelled once it scans
through all the loaded discs, or if the SCAN
button is pressed during Scan mode.
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ANTENNA
Window antenna
The antenna pattern is printed inside the
rear window.
CAUTION
cDo not place metalized film near the
rear window glass or attach any
metal parts to it. This may cause
poor reception or noise.
cWhen cleaning the inside of the rear
window, be careful not to scratch or
damage the rear window antenna.
Lightly wipe along the antenna with
a dampened soft cloth.When installing a CB, ham radio or car
phone in your NISSAN, be sure to observe
the following cautions, otherwise the new
equipment may adversely affect the MFI
(Multiport Fuel Injection) system and other
electronic parts.WARNING
cA cellular telephone should not be
used while driving so full attention
may be given to vehicle operation.
Some jurisdictions prohibit the use
of cellular telephones while driving.
cIf you must make a call while your
vehicle is in motion, the hands free
cellular phone operational mode (if
so equipped) is highly recom-
mended. Exercise extreme caution
at all times so full attention may be
given to vehicle operation.
cIf a conversation in a moving vehicle
requires you to take notes, pull off
the road to a safe location and stop
your vehicle before doing so.
CAUTION
cKeep the antenna as far as possible
away from the Engine Control Mod-
ule (ECM).
cKeep the antenna wire more than 8
in. (20 cm) away from the Multiport
Fuel Injection harness. Do not route
the antenna wire next to any har-
ness.
cAdjust the antenna standing-wave
ratio as recommended by the manu-
facturer.
cConnect the ground wire from the
CB radio chassis to the body.
cFor details, consult an authorized
NISSAN dealer.
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1. Apply the parking brake.
2.Automatic transmission:
Move the shift selector lever to P (Park)
or N (Neutral). (P is recommended.)
The shift selector lever cannot be
moved out of P (Park) and into any of
the other gear positions if the ignition
key is turned to OFF or if the key is
removed.
The starter is designed not to operate
if the shift selector lever is in any of
the driving positions.
Manual transmission:
Move the shift lever to N (Neutral), and
depress the clutch pedal to the floor while
cranking the engine.
The starter is designed not to operate
unless the clutch pedal is fully de-
pressed.
3. Crank the enginewith your foot off the
accelerator pedalby turning the ignition
key to START. Release the key when the
engine starts. If the engine starts, but
fails to run, repeat the above procedure.
Ð If the engine is very hard to start in
extremely cold or hot weather, de-
press and hold the accelerator pedalto help start the engine.
Ð In the summer, when restarting the
engine within 30 minutes after it has
been stopped, keep the accelerator
pedal fully depressed while starting.
CAUTION
Do not operate the starter for more than
15 seconds at a time. If the engine does
not
start, turn the key off and wait 10
seconds before cranking again, other-
wise the starter could be damaged.
4.Warm-up
Allow the engine to idle for at least 30
seconds after starting. Drive at moderate
speed for a short distance first, especially
in cold weather.
AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION
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
c
When 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.
cDo not downshift abruptly on slip-
pery roads. This may cause a loss of
control.
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Suggested up-shift speeds
Shown below are suggested vehicle speeds
for shifting into a higher gear. These sug-
gestions relate to fuel economy and vehicle
performance. Actual shift-up speeds will
vary according to road conditions, the
weather and individual driving habits.
For normal acceleration in low altitude ar-
eas (less than 4,000 ft [1,219 m]):
GEAR
CHANGEACCEL
shift point
MPH (km/h)CRUISE
shift point
MPH (km/h)
1st to 2nd 15 (24) 15 (24)
2nd to 3rd 25 (40) 18 (29)
3rd to 4th 36 (58) 30 (48)
4th to 5th 40 (64) 39 (63)
For quick acceleration in low altitude areas
and high altitude areas (over 4,000 ft [1,219
m]):
GEAR CHANGE MPH (km/h)
1st to 2nd 15 (24)
2nd to 3rd 25 (40)
3rd to 4th 40 (64)
4th to 5th 45 (72)
Suggested maximum speed in each
gear
Downshift to a lower gear if the engine is not
running smoothly, or if you need to accelerate.
Do not exceed the maximum suggested
speed (shown below) in any gear. For level
road driving, use the highest gear sug-
gested for that speed. Always observe
posted speed limits, and drive according to
the road conditions, which will ensure safe
operation. Do not over-rev the engine when
shifting to a lower gear as it may cause
engine damage or loss of vehicle control.
GEAR MPH (km/h)
1st 30 (48)
2nd 60 (96)
3rd 90 (144)
4th þ
5th þTo engage:pull the lever up.
To release:
1. Firmly apply foot brake.
2.Manual transmission models:
Place the shift selector lever in the N
(neutral) position.
Automatic transmission models:
Move the shift selector lever to the P
(park) position.
3. While pulling up on the parking brake
lever slightly, push the button and lower
completely.
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During the first 1,000 miles (1,600 km),
follow these recommendations for the future
reliability and economy of your new vehicle.
Failure to follow these recommendations
may result in vehicle damage or shortened
engine life.
cDo not drive over the legal speed limit
and do not run the engine over 4,000
rpm. Avoid driving for long periods at
constant speed, either fast or slow.
cDo not accelerate at full throttle in any
gear.
cAvoid quick starts.
cAvoid hard braking as much as possible.
cDo not tow a trailer for the first 500 miles
(800 km).cAccelerate slowly and smoothly. Main-
tain cruising speeds with a constant ac-
celerator position.
cDrive at moderate speeds on the high-
way. Driving at high speed lowers fuel
economy.
cAvoid unnecessary stopping and brak-
ing. Maintain a safe distance behind
other vehicles.
cUse a proper gear range which suits road
conditions. On level roads, shift into high
gear as soon as possible.
cAvoid unnecessary engine idling.cKeep your engine tuned up.
cFollow the recommended periodic main-
tenance schedule.
cKeep the tires inflated at the correct
pressure. Low tire pressure increases
tire wear and wastes fuel.
cKeep the front wheels in correct align-
ment. Improper alignment increases tire
wear and lowers fuel economy.
cAir conditioner operation lowers fuel
economy. Use the air conditioner only
when necessary.
cWhen cruising at highway speeds, it is
more economical to use the air condi-
tioner and leave the windows closed to
reduce drag.
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WARNING
Do not park the vehicle over flammable
materials such as dry grass, waste pa-
per or rags. They may ignite and cause
a fire.
1. Firmly apply the parking brake.
2.Manual transmission models:
Place the shift lever in the R (Reverse)
position. When parking on an uphill
grade, place the shift lever in 1 (First)
gear.Automatic transmission models:
Move the selector lever to the P (Park)
position.
WARNING
cSafe 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
transmission models. Failure to do
so could cause the vehicle to move
unexpectedly or roll away and resultin an accident. Make sure the shift
lever has been pushed as far forward
as it can go and cannot be moved
without depressing the button at the
end of the lever.
cNever leave the engine running while
the vehicle is unattended.
cDo not leave children unattended in-
side the vehicle. They could un-
knowingly activate switches or con-
trols. Unattended children could
become involved in serious acci-
dents.
3. To help prevent the vehicle from rolling
into traffic when parked on an incline, it is
a good practice to turn the wheels as
illustrated.
cHEADED DOWNHILL WITH CURB:s1
Turn the wheels into the curb and move
the vehicle forward until the curb side
wheel gently touches the curb.
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