2001 NISSAN QUEST warning

To turn the interior lights on push the head-
light switch. The interior lights come on.
Push the headlight switch again to turn the
interior lights off.
Instrument brightness control
The instrument brightness control operates
when the light switch is in the
or
position, 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.
Passing signal
Pulling the lever toward you turns the head-
light high beam on. Release it and theheadlight high beam goes 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.
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TURN SIGNAL SWITCH
Turn signal
Move the lever up or down to signal the
turning direction. When the turn is com-
pleted, the turn signal cancels automati-
cally.
Lane change signal
To indicate a lane change, move the lever
up or down to the point where the light
begins to flash, but the lever does not latch.
CORNERING LIGHT
The cornering light provides additional illu-
mination toward the turning direction. The
light on the turning direction side comes on
when a turn is signaled with the headlights
on.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
cIf stopping for an emergency, be
sure to move the vehicle well off the
road.
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HAZARD WARNING FLASHER
SWITCH
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cDo not use the hazard warning flash-
ers while moving on the highway
unless unusual circumstances force
you to drive so slowly that your ve-
hicle might become 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.To sound the horn, push the center pad
area of the steering wheel.The front seats are warmed by built-in heat-
ers. The switches are located on the seats
and can be operated independently of each
other.
The indicator light in the switch will illumi-
nate when turned on.
The heater is controlled by a thermostat,
automatically turning the heater on and off.
The indicator light will remain on as long as
the switch is on.
When the vehicle's interior is warmed, or
before you leave the vehicle, be sure to turn
the switch off.
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HORN HEATED SEATS (if so
equipped)
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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 so full attention may
be given to vehicle operation.
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CIGARETTE LIGHTER AND
ASHTRAY (accessory)
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CUP HOLDERS
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.
Do not pull the cup holder arms or force a
cup or bottle into the cup holder to adjust to
a larger cup position.
WARNING
The cup holder should not be used
while driving so full attention may be
given to vehicle operation.
CAUTION
cAvoid abrupt starting and braking
when the cup holder is being used to
prevent spilling the drink. If the liq-
uid is hot, it can scald you or your
passenger.
cUse only soft cups in the cup holder.
Hard objects can injure you in an
accident.
Second row cup holder
Vehicles equipped with second row bucket
seats have a cup holder attached to the side
of the seat.
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CARGO NET
The cargo net keeps packages in the cargo
area from moving around while the vehicle
is in motion.
To install the cargo net, attach the four
loops to the four retainers.
To remove the cargo net, detach the four
loops from the cargo net retainers.
WARNING
cProperly secure all cargo to help
prevent it from sliding or shifting. Do
not place cargo higher than the seat-
backs. In a sudden stop or collision,
unsecured cargo could cause per-
sonal injury.
cBe sure to secure all four loops onto
the retainers. The cargo restrained
by the net must not exceed 50 lbs.
(22.7 kg) or the net may not stay
secured.
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PARCEL SHELF (if so equipped)
WARNING
cBefore using the parcel shelf, the
three-passenger bench seat must bein the third row position, and the
seat back must be upright.
cAfter adjusting the parcel shelf to the
desired height, make sure the lockknob is securely latched.
cProperly secure all packages under
the parcel shelf net to prevent them
from sliding or shifting. Do not place
packages higher than the three-
passenger bench seat back. In a
sudden stop or collision, unsecured
packages could cause personal in-
jury.
cBe sure to secure all three parcel
shelf net loops onto the retainers
located on the bottom side of the
parcel shelf. The packages placed
on the parcel shelf and restrained by
the parcel shelf net must not exceed
30 pounds (13.6 kg), or the parcel
shelf may not remain secure.
cDo not allow people or pets on or
under the parcel shelf.
c
The parcel shelf must be removed
from the vehicle if installing a child
restraint on the three-passenger
bench seat that requires the use of a
top tether strap that is anchored to the
vehicle floor. Failure to remove the
parcel shelf can increase the severity
of injury to the child in an accident.APD1071
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LUGGAGE RACK
Always distribute the luggage evenly on the
luggage rack. Do not load more than 100
pounds (45 kg). Be careful that your vehicle
does not exceed the Gross Vehicle Weight
Rating (GVWR) or its Gross Axle Weight
Rating (GAWR front and rear). The GVWR
and GAWR are located on the Safety Com-
pliance Certification Label (located on the
driver's door pillar). For more information
regarding GVWR and GAWR, refer to
``Technical and Consumer Information''.
The front and rear cross-bars can be adjustedforward and backward. Place your luggage
between the bars, adjust the bars, and secure
the luggage with rope to the bars. Always
check the tightness of the adjusting knobs.
There are also adjustable loops on the side
bars for the rope attachment.
CAUTION
Use care when placing or removing
items from the luggage rack. If you
cannot comfortably lift the items onto
the luggage rack from the ground, use
a ladder or stool.
POWER WINDOWS
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.
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