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2 Instruments and controls
Instrument panel ....................................................2-2
Meters and gauges ................................................2-3
Speedometer and odometer .............................2-3
Tachometer........................................................2-5
Engine coolant temperature gauge ...................2-5
Fuel gauge ........................................................2-6
Compass and outside temperature display
(if so equipped) ......................................................2-6
Outside temperature display .............................2-7
Compass display ...............................................2-7
Warning/indicator lights and audible
reminders..............................................................2-10
Checking bulbs ................................................2-10
Warning lights ..................................................2-11
Indicator lights .................................................2-14
Audible reminders............................................2-15
Security system ..................................................2-15
Vehicle security system (if so equipped) ........2-15
Windshield wiper and washer switch ...................2-18
Switch operation ..............................................2-19
Rear window defogger switch (Crew Cab
models only) .........................................................2-19Headlight and turn signal switch ..........................2-20
Headlight switch ..............................................2-20
Turn signal switch............................................2-21
Front fog light switch (if so equipped)..................2-21
Hazard warning flasher switch .............................2-22
Horn ......................................................................2-22
Power point (if so equipped) ................................2-23
Cigarette lighter and ash tray (accessories) ........2-24
Storage .................................................................2-24
Storage compartment ......................................2-24
Cup holders (if so equipped) ...........................2-25
Glove box ........................................................2-26
Console box ....................................................2-26
Grocery hooks (King Cab only) .......................2-27
Windows ...............................................................2-27
Power windows (if so equipped) .....................2-27
Manual windows ..............................................2-29
Rear sliding window (if so equipped) ..............2-29
Sunroof (if so equipped).......................................2-30
Tilting the sunroof ............................................2-30
Removing/installing..........................................2-31
Interior lights .........................................................2-33
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cAiming is not necessary after replac-
ing the bulb. When aiming adjust-
ment is necessary, contact an autho-
rized NISSAN dealer.
cDo not leave the bulb out of the
headlight reflector for a long period
of time as dust, moisture, and smoke
may enter the headlight body and
affect the performance of the head-
light.
Replacing the headlight bulb
1. Open the hood.
2. Disconnect the negative (2) battery
cable.
3 Disconnect the electrical connector from
the rear end of the bulb.
4. Turn the bulb retaining ring counterclock-
wise until it is free from the headlamp
reflector and then remove it.
5. Carefully remove the headlight bulb. Do
not shake or rotate the bulb when remov-
ing it.
DO NOT TOUCH THE BULB.6. Install the new bulb in the reverse order
of removal.
cBe sure the lip of the bulb socket
contacts the headlight body.
Adjusting the headlight aim
Before performing aiming adjustment, make
sure of the following:
a. Use an aiming wall screen.
b. Keep all of the tires inflated to the correct
pressure.
c. Place the vehicle and screen on level
ground.
d. See that the vehicle is unloaded (except
for full levels of coolant, engine oil and
fuel, and that the spare tire, jack, and
tools are stored). Have the driver or an
equivalent weight placed in the driver's
seat.
1. Open the hood. Turn headlight low beam
on.
2. Adjust the vertical aim by turning the
adjustment screw.cCover the opposite headlight and ensure
the fog lights (if so equipped) are turned
off.
cAdjust beam pattern until cutoff line is
positioned at the same height off ground
as bulb center (on H-line).
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If the vehicle front body has been repaired
and/or the headlight assembly has been
replaced, check aiming. Use the aiming
chart shown in the illustration.
cBasic illuminating area should be within
the range shown. Adjust headlights ac-
cordingly.
FOG LIGHTS (if so equipped)
Replacing the fog light bulb
CAUTION
cHigh pressure halogen gas is sealed
inside the halogen bulb. The bulb
may break if the glass envelope is
scratched or the bulb is dropped.
cWhen handling the bulb, do not
touch the glass envelope.
LDI0050
LDI0028
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1. Remove screw.
2. Disconnect connector.
3. Push the fog light assembly towards the
front of the vehicle and pull out to expose
the rear of the assembly.
4. Rotate the bulb cover counterclockwise
and remove.
5. Lift the spring retainer.
6. Remove the fog light bulb from housing.
7. Disconnect the electrical connector.
8. Install the new bulb in the reverse order
of removal. DO NOT TOUCH THE
BULB.EXTERIOR AND INTERIOR LIGHTS
Item Wattage (W) Bulb No.*
Front combination light:
Headlight 55/65 9007
Turn signal light 28.5 3456k
Parking light side front 5 168
Side marker 5 168
Rear combination light:
Turn signal 27 3157NA
Stop/Tail 27/7 3157k
Back-up 27 3156k
License plate light 3.8 168
Fog light 55 H3
Dome light type A Ð 83
Dome light type B Ð Ð
Dome light type C Ð Ð
Cargo light 10 Ð
Map light 8 578
High-mounted stop lightSee an authorized NISSAN
dealer for assistance.
*: Always check with the Parts Department at an authorized NISSAN dealer for the latest parts
information.
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