Pushing the button again during this 5 sec-
ond period stops SCAN tuning and remains
tuned to that station.
Station memory operations
Six stations can be set for the AM band.
Twelve stations can be set for the FM band
(six for FM1, six for FM2).
1. Push the FM or AM buttons to select AM,FM1, or FM2. The selected band illumi-
nates 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. When the sound resumes, memorizing is
complete.
5. Other station select buttons can be set in
the same manner.
If the battery is disconnected, or if the radio
fuse opens, the radio memory is canceled.
In that case, reset the desired stations.
RDS (Radio Data System)
RDS stands for Radio Data System, and is
a data information service transmitted by
some radio stations on the FM band (not
AM band) encoded within a regular radio
broadcast. Most RDS stations are currently
in large cities, but many stations are now
considering broadcasting RDS data.
RDS can display:
cStation name or call-sign, such as
``WHFR 98.3''.
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tinues in the SEEK mode at the highest
station.
SCAN tuning
Push the SCAN tuning button, SCAN illumi-
nates in the display. SCAN tuning begins
from low to high frequencies and stops at
each broadcasting station for 5 seconds.
Pushing the button again during this 5 sec-
ond period stops SCAN tuning and remains
tuned to that station.
Station memory operations
Six stations can be set for the AM band.
Twelve stations can be set for the FM band
(six for FM1, six for FM2).
1. Push the FM or AM buttons to select AM,FM1, or FM2. The selected band illumi-
nates 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. When the sound resumes, memorizing is
complete.
5. Other station select buttons can be set in
the same manner.
If the battery is disconnected, or if the radio
fuse opens, the radio memory is canceled.
In that case, reset the desired stations.
RDS (Radio Data System)
RDS stands for Radio Data System, and is
a data information service transmitted by
some radio stations on the FM band (not
AM band) encoded within a regular radio
broadcast. Most RDS stations are currently
in large cities, but many stations are now
considering broadcasting RDS data.
RDS can display:
cStation name or call-sign, such as
``WHFR 98.3''.
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Remote Control
The remote control has the following con-
trols:
cPOWER button - Press to turn the VCP
ON or OFF.
cENCORE button - Press to reverse the
videocassette tape for 5 seconds. Nor-
mal playback will then resume.
cSTILL/ADVANCE button - Press to tem-
porarily suspend playback. Press again
to make the videocassette tape advance
one frame at a time.cRETRACKING button - Press to activate
Auto Tracking.
cTRACKING1button - Press for manual
tracking adjustment.
cTRACKING2button - Press for manual
tracking adjustment.
cPLAY button - Press to play a videocas-
sette tape.
cREW button - Press to rewind the vid-
eocassette tape.
cFF button - Press to fast-forward the
videocassette tape.
cSTOP button - Press to stop the video-
cassette tape.
Battery Replacement
Batteries are supplied with the remote con-
trol unit.
Slide the battery cover off to access the
batteries, and only use alkaline batteries as
replacements. If you will not be using the
remote control for long periods of time,
remove the batteries.
Replacement of the batteries is needed
when the remote control only functions atextremely close distances to the FES or not
at all.
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Flip-down screen
CAUTION
cThe glass screen on the liquid crys-
tal display may break if hit with a
hard or sharp object. If the glass
breaks, do not touch the liquid crys-
talline material, which contains a
small amount of mercury. In case of
contact with skin, wash immediately
with soap and water.c
The screen rotates down to view and up
into the housing to store when not in
use. Ensure that the screen is latched
securely into the housing when stored.
Playing a Videocassette Tape
CAUTION
cDo not insert foreign objects into the
VCP.
cOnly operate the VCP while the ve-
hicle engine is running. Operating
the VCP for extended periods of time
with the engine OFF can discharge
the vehicle battery.
c
Do not leave a videocassette tape in
the VCP for extended periods of time.
The FES is automatically activated when
the vehicle ignition and radio are both ON.
Open the floor console and insert the video-
cassette tape into the Video Cassette
Player (VCP). The videocassette tape will
start to play automatically.
c
The system will not allow a videocas-
sette to be inserted in the wrong position.
cThe VCP and floor console covers
should remain closed when the video-
cassette is playing.
cWhen the ignition is turned ON, audio is
set to low volume through the head-
phones. Press the VOLUME button on
the RSEM to increase the volume. To
listen through the vehicle's speaker sys-
tem, press the speaker control button.
To remove the videocassette tape, press
the STOP button and then press the EJECT
button. When the engine is turned OFF, the
videocassette tape is automatically ejected
from the VCP.
To Play a Video Game
1. Connect the video line from your video
game device to the VIDEO jack.
2. Connect the audio cable to the left and
right AUDIO jacks.
3. Press the MEDIA button to activate the
AUX mode. The LCD screen will turn on
and the AUX indicator will illuminate.
4. If desired, press the speaker control but-
ton and plug a headphone into the head-
phone jack. With the headphones ON,
the rear speakers will not operate.
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5 Starting and driving
Precautions when starting and driving ...................5-2
Exhaust gas (carbon monoxide) .......................5-2
Three-way catalyst ............................................5-2
Avoiding collision and rollover ...........................5-3
Drinking alcohol/drugs and driving ....................5-3
Ignition switch .........................................................5-4
Key positions .....................................................5-4
Before starting the engine ......................................5-5
Starting the engine .................................................5-5
Driving the vehicle ..................................................5-6
Parking brake .........................................................5-9
Cruise control .......................................................5-10
Precautions on cruise control ..........................5-10
Cruise control operations ................................5-10
Break-in schedule ................................................5-11Increasing fuel economy ......................................5-12
Parking/parking on hills ........................................5-13
Power steering .....................................................5-14
Brake system........................................................5-14
Braking precautions .........................................5-14
Anti-lock brake system (ABS) .........................5-14
Cold weather driving ............................................5-16
Freeing a frozen door lock ..............................5-16
Anti-freeze .......................................................5-16
Battery .............................................................5-16
Draining of coolant water ................................5-16
Tire equipment.................................................5-16
Special winter equipment ................................5-17
Driving on snow or ice.....................................5-17
Engine block heater (if so equipped) ..............5-18
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The selector 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 from the
switch.
The shift lever can be moved if the igni-
tion switch is in the ACC position. This
allows the vehicle to be moved if the
battery is discharged.
1. Keep the brake pedal depressed and
shift into a driving gear.
2. Release the parking brake and brake
pedal, then gradually start the vehicle in
motion.
Shifting
P (Park):
Use this selector position when the vehicle
is parked or when starting the engine. Al-
ways be sure the vehicle is at a complete
stop. For maximum safety, depress the
brake pedal, pull the lever toward you, and
move the lever to the P (Park) position.
Apply the parking brake. When parking on a
hill, apply the parking brake first, then shift
the lever into the P (Park) position.Shifting from P (Park)
If the ignition switch is in the ON position
and the foot brake pedal is depressed, but
the shift lever still cannot be moved out of P
(Park), follow these instructions:
1. Shut the engine off and remove the key.
2. Apply the parking brake.
3. Reinsert the ignition key and turn it clock-
wise to the first position (ACC).
4. Depress the brake pedal, move the gear-
shift lever to N (Neutral).
5. Start the engine.
R (Reverse):
Use this position to back up. Always be sure
the vehicle is completely stopped. Depress
the brake pedal, then pull the shift lever
toward you and move it to the R (Reverse)
position.
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cWhen installing a spare tire, make
sure it is the proper size and type as
specified on the tire placard. For tire
placard location information, refer to
``Tire placard'' in the ªTechnical and
consumer informationº section of
this manual.
cFor additional information, refer to
``Wheels and tires'' in the ``Do-it-
yourself'' section of this manual.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 WATER
If the vehicle is to be left outside without
anti-freeze, drain the cooling system by
opening the drain valves located under theradiator and on the engine block. Refill
before 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 is substantially reduced in
snowy and icy conditions. If you operate
your vehicle on snowy or icy roads, NIS-
SAN recommends using MUD & SNOW
or ALL SEASON tires on all four wheels.
Please consult your NISSAN dealer for
the tire type, size, speed rating and avail-
ability information.
2.
For additional traction on icy roads, stud-
ded tires may be used. However, some
Canadian provinces and U.S. states pro-
hibit their use. Check local, state and pro-
vincial 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 your
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Stowing the damaged tire and tools
1. To raise the tire to the stowed position,
install the retainer through the wheel
center and turn the wheel lug wrench
clockwise until the tire is raised to its
original position underneath the vehicle.
The spare tire hex nut ratchets when
the tire is raised. It won't allow you to
over-tighten.
2. Check for proper seating against under-
body supports. If necessary, loosen tire,
reposition and retighten.3. Securely store the jacking equipment in
the vehicle.
WARNING
cAlways make sure that the spare tire
and jacking equipment are properly
secured after use. Such items can
become dangerous projectiles in an
accident or sudden stop.
cThe spare tire is designed for emer-
gency use. See specific instructions
under the heading ``Wheels and
tires'' in the ``Do-it-yourself'' section
of this manual.To start your engine with a booster battery,
the instructions and precautions below must
be followed.
WARNING
cIf done incorrectly, jump starting can
lead to a battery explosion, resulting
in severe injury or death. It could
also damage your vehicle.
cExplosive hydrogen gas is always
present in the vicinity of the battery.
Keep all sparks and flames away
from the battery.
cDo not allow battery fluid to come
into contact with eyes, skin, clothing
or painted surfaces. Battery fluid is a
corrosive sulfuric acid solution
which can cause severe burns. If the
fluid should come into contact with
anything, immediately flush the con-
tacted area with water.
cKeep the battery out of the reach of
children.
cThe booster battery must be rated at
12 volts. Use of an improper rated
battery can damage your vehicle.
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