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CD6 button
When the CD6 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.
3. During the 15 second interval, insert the
disc. The display changes toªLoading
Discº.
4. The CD will play after the disc is set to a
play position.
5. The indicator changes fromblinking
greentosolid greenand the display
changes to show the Disc number icon,
Disc number, Track number and Elapsed
time.All disc loading
1. Press and hold the LOAD button until the
radio beeps (>1.5 seconds).
2. Thegreenindicator on the lowest avail-
able disc select button will start blinking.
(Same as preset memory button). The
display showsªPlease Waitº.
3. The display changes toªInsert Discºfor
a maximum of 15 seconds.
4. During the 15 second interval, insert the
disc. The display changes toªLoading
Discº.
5. The indicator changes fromblinking
greentosolid green.
6. The disc number icon is turned on.
7. Steps 2-5 are repeated until all discs are
loaded, then the last loaded disc will
begin to play. The display shows the Disc
number, Track number and Elapsed
Time.
Selected disc loading
1. Press a disc select button whose indica-
tor is off. The display showsªPlease
Waitº.2. Thegreenindicator starts blinking and
the display showsªInsert Discºfor 15
seconds.
3. Insert the CD. The display showsªLoad-
ing Discº.
4. The CD will play after the disc is set to a
play position.
5. The indicator color changes fromblink-
ing greentosolid greenand the display
shows the Disc icon, Disc number, Track
number and Elapsed Time.
If a disc is not inserted within 15 seconds or
if the load button is pressed during load
sequence, the entire disc load sequence will
be canceled.
Disc Play
Press the CD button. If a CD is loaded and
the radio is playing, the radio turns off and
the last loaded disc starts to play.
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.
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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 beingplayed returns to the beginning. Press
several times to skip back several
selections. 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.
MIXzPTY
Press the MIXzPTY button to change CD
play patterns:
Repeat!Mix!All Mix!Normal Play
Repeat
Press the MIXzPTY 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.
Mix
Press the MIXzPTY 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 MIXzPTY 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 MIXzPTY button (<1.5 seconds)
again to return 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
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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.
Eject CD
Current disc
1. Press the
button.
2. Thegreenindicator starts to blink and
the display showsªDisc Ejectºfor 2
seconds. The display then changes to
ªEjecting Discº.
3. The disc ejects. Remove the disc. (If the
disc is not removed within 15 seconds,
the disc will reload.)4. The indicator and symbol for the disc are
turned off.
Select a disc
1. Press the desired disc, then press the
button.
2. Thegreenindicator starts blinking and
the display showsªDisc Ejectºfor 2
seconds. The display then changes to
ªEjecting Discº.
3. The disc ejects. Remove the disc. (If disc
is not removed within 15 seconds, disc
will reload.)
4. The indicator and symbol for the disc are
turned off.
All discs
1. Press and hold the
button until it
beeps (>1.5 seconds).
2. Lowest used disc number indicator blinks
greenand display showsªAll Disc
Ejectºfor 2 seconds. The display then
changes toªEjecting Discº.
3. When a disc is removed, the indicator
and disc icon will be turned off, and then
the next disc will emerge, and so on.4. The display will be turned off after all
discs are ejected and removed.
If a disc is not removed within 15 seconds,
or if the
button is pressed again during
the Eject sequence, the entire disc Eject
sequence will be canceled.
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TUNING
Memory change (radio):
Push the tuning switch ``
'' or ``''
for less than 1.5 seconds to change to the
next preset station in memory.
Seek tuning (radio):
Push the tuning switch ``
'' or ``''
for more than 1.5 seconds to seek the next
or previous radio station.
Next/Previous Track (CD):
Push the tuning switch ``
'' or ``''
for less than 1.5 seconds to return to the
beginning of the present track or skip to the
next track. Push several times to skip back
or skip through tracks.
This system searches for the blank intervals
between selections. If there is a blank inter-
val within one program or there is no interval
between programs, the system may not
stop in the desired or expected location.
Change Disc (CD) (if so equipped):
Push the tuning switch ``
'' or ``''
for more than 1.5 seconds to change the
playing disc up or down.
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.
CAR PHONE OR CB RADIO
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WARNING
cDo not leave children, impaired
adults, or pets alone in your vehicle.
They could accidentally injure them-
selves or others through inadvertent
operation of the vehicle. Also, on
hot, sunny days, temperatures in a
closed vehicle could quickly become
high enough to cause severe or pos-
sibly fatal injuries to people or ani-
mals.
cClosely supervise children when
they are around cars to prevent them
from playing and becoming locked
in the trunk where they could be
seriously injured. Keep the car
locked, with the trunk closed, when
not in use, and prevent children's
access to car keys.
EXHAUST GAS
(Carbon Monoxide)
WARNING
Do not breathe exhaust gases; they
contain colorless and odorless carbonmonoxide. Carbon monoxide is dan-
gerous. It can cause unconsciousness
or death.
cIf you suspect that exhaust fumes
are entering the vehicle, drive with
all windows fully open, and have the
vehicle inspected immediately.
cDo not run the engine in closed
spaces such as a garage.
cDo not park the vehicle with the
engine running for any extended
length of time.
cKeep the trunk lid closed while driv-
ing, otherwise exhaust gases could
be drawn into the passenger com-
partment. If you must drive with the
trunk lid open, follow these precau-
tions:
1. Open all the windows.
2. Set the
air recirculation but-
ton (if so equipped) to the off
position and turn the fan control
dial to 4 (high) to circulate the air.cIf electrical wiring or other cable
connections must pass to a trailer
through the seal on the trunk lid or
the body, follow the manufacturer's
recommendation to prevent carbon
monoxide entry into the vehicle.
cThe exhaust system and body
should be inspected by a qualified
mechanic whenever:
a. The vehicle is raised for service.
b. You suspect that exhaust fumes
are entering into the passenger
compartment.
c. You notice a change in the sound
of the exhaust system.
d.
You have had an accident involv-
ing damage to the exhaust system,
underbody, or rear of the vehicle.
THREE-WAY CATALYST
The three-way catalyst is an emission con-
trol device installed in the exhaust system.
Exhaust gases in the three-way catalyst are
burned at high temperatures to help reduce
pollutants.
PRECAUTIONS WHEN
STARTING AND DRIVING
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Steering wheelCheck for changes in the
steering conditions, such as excessive free-
play, hard steering or strange noises.
SeatsCheck seat position controls such as
seat adjusters, seatback recliner, etc. to
ensure they operate smoothly and all
latches lock securely in every position.
Check that the head restraints move up and
down smoothly and the locks (if so
equipped) hold securely in all latched posi-
tions.
Seat beltsCheck that all parts of the seat
belt system (e.g., buckles, anchors, adjust-
ers and retractors) operate properly and
smoothly, and are installed securely. Check
the belt webbing for cuts, fraying, wear or
damage.
Accelerator pedalCheck the pedal for
smooth operation and make sure the pedal
does not catch or require uneven effort.
Keep the floor mat away from the pedal.
Clutch pedal*Make sure the pedal oper-
ates smoothly and check that it has the
proper free travel.
BrakesCheck that the brakes do not pull
the vehicle to one side when applied.Brake pedal and booster*Check the pedal
for smooth operation and make sure it has
the proper distance under it when de-
pressed fully. Check the brake booster func-
tion. Be certain to keep the floor mat away
from the pedal.
Parking brake*Check that the lever has
the proper travel and confirm that your
vehicle is held securely on a fairly steep hill
with only the parking brake applied.
Automatic transmission P (Park) posi-
tion mechanismCheck that the lock re-
lease button on the selector lever operates
properly and smoothly. On a fairly steep hill
check that your vehicle is held securely with
the selector lever in the P position without
applying any brakes.
Under the hood and vehicle
The maintenance items listed here should
be checked periodically (e.g., each time you
check the engine oil or refuel).
Windshield washer fluid*Check that there
is adequate fluid in the reservoir.
Engine oil level*Check the level after
parking the vehicle on a level surface with
the engine off. Wait more than 10 minutesfor the oil to drain back into the oil pan.
Brake and clutch fluid levels*Make sure
that the brake and clutch fluid level is be-
tween the MIN and MAX lines on the reser-
voir.
Power steering fluid level* and lines
Check the level when the fluid is cold, with
the engine off. Check the lines for proper
attachment, leaks, cracks, etc.
Automatic transmission fluid level*
Check the level after putting the selector
lever in P with the engine idling at operating
temperature.
Engine coolant level*Check the coolant
level when the engine is cold.
Radiator and hosesCheck the front of the
radiator and clean off any dirt, insects,
leaves, etc., that may have accumulated.
Make sure the hoses have no cracks, de-
formation, rot or loose connections.
Engine drive belts*Make sure the drive
belts are not frayed, worn, cracked or oily.
Battery*Check the fluid level in each cell. It
should be between the MAX and MIN lines.
Vehicles operated in high temperatures or
under severe conditions require frequent
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If the oil filter is to be changed, remove
and replace it at this time. See ``Chang-
ing engine oil filter'' later in this section.
CAUTION
Be careful not to burn yourself. The
engine oil may be hot.
c
Waste oil must be disposed of properly.
cCheck your local regulations.
6. Clean and reinstall the drain plug and a
new washer. Securely tighten the drain
plug with a wrench.Drain plug tightening torque:
22 to 29 ft-lb
(29 to 39 Nzm)
Do not overtighten.
7. Refill the engine with a recommended oil
through the oil filler opening, then install
the oil filler cap securely.
See the ``Technical and consumer informa-
tion'' section for drain and refill capacity.
The drain and refill capacity depends on the
oil temperature and drain time. Use these
specifications for reference only. Always
use the dipstick to determine when the
proper amount of oil is in the engine.
8. Start the engine. Check for leakage
around the drain plug. Correct as re-
quired.
9. Turn the engine off and wait several
minutes. Check the oil level with the
dipstick. Add engine oil if necessary.
WARNING
cProlonged and repeated contact with
used engine oil may cause skin can-
cer.
cTry to avoid direct skin contact with
used oil. If skin contact is made,
wash thoroughly with soap or hand
cleaner as soon as possible.
cKeep used engine oil out of reach of
children.
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Self-adjusting brakes
Your vehicle is equipped with self-adjusting
brakes.
The front and rear, disc-type brakes self-
adjust every time the brake pedal is applied.
Brake pad wear indicators
The disc brake pads on your vehicle have
audible wear indicators. When a brake pad
requires replacement, it makes a high
pitched scraping or screeching 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 wear
indicator sound is heard.
Under some driving or climate conditions,
occasional brake squeak, squeal or other
noise may be heard. Occasional brake
noise during light to moderate stops is nor-
mal and does not affect the function or
performance of the brake system.
Proper brake inspection intervals should
be followed.For more information regard-
ing brake inspections, see the appropriate
maintenance schedule information in the
``NISSAN Service and Maintenance Guide.''
BRAKE BOOSTER
Check the brake booster function as fol-
lows:
1. With the engine off, press and release
the brake pedal several times. When
brake pedal movement (distance of
travel) remains the same from one pedal
application to the next, continue on to the
next step.
2. While depressing the brake pedal, start
the engine. The pedal height should drop
a little.
3. With the brake pedal depressed, stop the
engine. Keep the pedal depressed for
about 30 seconds. The pedal height
should not change.
4. Run the engine for one minute without
depressing the brake pedal, then turn it
off. Depress the brake pedal several
times. The pedal travel distance will de-
crease gradually with each depression
as the vacuum is released from the
booster.
If the brakes do not operate properly, see an
authorized NISSAN dealer.
CHECKING CLUTCH PEDAL
Press the pedal by hand and be sure the
free travel is within the limits shown above.
If free travel is out of the range shown
above, see an authorized NISSAN dealer.
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