2003 NISSAN MURANO warning light

parked for 3 or more hours, or driven less than 1
mile (1.6 km) at moderate speeds. COLD tire
pressures are shown on the tire placard affixed
to the center pillar.Low tire pressure warning system (if
so equipped)The low tire pressure warning system displays
the tire pressure of all tires (except the spare tire)
on the display screen by sending a signal from a
sensor that is installed in each wheel. For more
details, refer to “Low tire pressure warning light”
in the “2. Instruments and controls” section,
“Low tire pressure warning system” in the “5.
Starting and driving” section, and “Flat tire” in
the “6. In case of emergency” section. If the tire
pressure displayed on the display screen is
lower than the COLD tire pressure shown on the
tire placard, check the pressure of all four tires
and adjust them to the COLD tire pressure as
indicated above. The low tire pressure warning
system will activate only when the vehicle is
driven at speeds above 20 MPH (32 km/h).
WARNING

Improperly inflated tires can fail sud-
denly and cause an accident.
The vehicle capacity weight is indi-
cated on the tire placard. Do not load
your vehicle beyond this capacity.
Overloading your vehicle may result
in reduced tire life, unsafe operating
conditions due to premature tire fail-
ure, or unfavorable handling charac-
teristics and could also lead to a
serious accident. Loading beyond the
specified capacity may also result in
failure of other vehicle components.

Before taking a long trip, or when-
ever you have loaded your vehicle
heavily, use a tire pressure gauge to
ensure that the tire pressure is at the
specified level.

Do not drive your vehicle over 85
MPH (140 km/h) unless it is equipped
with high speed capability tires. Driv-
ing faster than 85 MPH (140 km/h)
may result in tire failure, loss of con-
trol and possible injury.

For additional information regarding
tires, refer to “Important Tire Safety
Information” (US) or “Tire Safety In-formation” (Canada) in the Warranty
Information booklet.
TYPES OF TIRES
CAUTION

When changing or replacing tires, be
sure all four tires are of the same
type (for example, summer, all sea-
son or snow) and construction. Your
NISSAN dealer may be able to help
you with information about tire type,
size, speed rating and availability.
Replacement tires may have a lower
speed rating than the factory
equipped tires, and may not match
the potential maximum vehicle
speed. Never exceed the maximum
speed rating of the tire.

For additional information regarding
tires, refer to “Important Tire Safety
Information” (US) or “Tire Safety In-
formation” (Canada) in the Warranty
Information booklet.
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Tire wear and damage
WARNING

Tires should be periodically in-
spected for wear, cracking, bulging,
or objects caught in the tread. If ex-
cessive wear, cracks, bulging, or
deep cuts are found, the tire should
be replaced.

The original tires have a built-in tread
wear indicator. When the wearindicator is visible, the tire should be
replaced.

Improper service for a spare tire may
result in serious personal injury. If it
is necessary to repair the spare tire,
contact your NISSAN dealer.

For additional information regarding
tires, refer to “Important Tire Safety
Information” (US) or “Tire Safety In-
formation” (Canada) in the Warranty
Information booklet.
Replacing wheels and tiresWhen replacing a tire, use the same size, speed
rating and load carrying capacity as originally
equipped. See “Specifications” in the “9. Tech-
nical and consumer information” section for rec-
ommended types and sizes of tires and wheels.
WARNING

The use of tires other than those
recommended or the mixed use of
tires of different brands, construction(bias, bias-belted or radial), or tread
patterns can adversely affect the ride,
braking, handling, ground clearance,
body-to-tire clearance, tire chain
clearance, speedometer calibration,
headlight aim and bumper height.
Some of these effects may lead to
accidents and could result in serious
personal injury.

If the wheels are changed for any
reason, always replace with wheels
which have the same offset dimen-
sion. Wheels of a different offset
could cause early tire wear, possibly
degraded vehicle handling character-
istics and/or interference with the
brake discs. Such interference can
lead to decreased braking efficiency
and/or early brake pad wear.

When a spare tire is mounted or a
wheel is replaced, the pressure of
that tire will not be indicated and not
be monitored by the low tire pressure
warning system. Contact your
NISSAN dealer as soon as possible
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After the hitch is removed, seal the
bolt holes to prevent exhaust fumes,
water or dust from entering the pas-
senger compartment.

Regularly check all hitch mounting
bolts are securely mounted.

To reduce the possibility of addi-
tional damage if your vehicle is
struck from the rear, where practical,
remove the hitch and/or receiver
when not in use.

Never connect a trailer brake system
directly to the vehicle brake system.Tire pressures
When towing a trailer, inflate the vehicle tires
to the recommended cold tire pressure indi-
cated on the tire placard (located on the
driver’s door center pillar).

Trailer tire condition, size, load rating and
proper inflation pressure should be in accor-
dance with the trailer and tire manufacturers’
specifications.
Safety chainAlways use a suitable chain between your ve-
hicle and the trailer. The chain should be
crossed and should be attached to the hitch, not
to the vehicle bumper or axle. Be sure to leave
enough slack in the chain to permit turning
corners.Trailer lightsTrailer lights should comply with federal and/or
local regulations. When wiring the vehicle for
towing, connect the stop and tail light pickup
into the vehicle electrical circuit at a point be-
tween the sensor and stop light or light switch.Trailer brakesIf your trailer is equipped with a braking system,
make sure it conforms to federal and/or local
regulations and that it is properly installed.
WARNING
Never connect a trailer brake system
directly to the vehicle brake system.Pre-towing tips
Be certain your vehicle maintains a levelposition when a loaded and/or unloaded
trailer is hitched. Do not drive the vehicle if it
has an abnormal nose-up or nose-down con-
dition; check for improper tongue load, over-
load, worn suspension or other possible
causes of either condition.

Always secure items in the trailer to prevent
load shifts while driving.

Be certain your rear view mirrors conform to
all federal, state or local regulations. If not,
install any mirrors required for towing before
driving the vehicle.
Trailer towing tipsIn order to gain skill and an understanding of the
vehicle’s behavior, you should practice turning,
stopping and backing up in an area which is free
from traffic. Steering stability, and braking per-
formance will be somewhat different than under
normal driving conditions.

Always secure items in the trailer to prevent
load shift while driving.

Avoid abrupt starts, acceleration or stops.

Avoid sharp turns or lane changes.

Always drive your vehicle at a moderate
speed.

Always block the wheels on both vehicle andTechnical and consumer information
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10 Index
A
ABS (Anti-lock brake system)................................ 5-22
Aiming control, headlights....................................... 2-22
Air bag system
Front (See supplemental front air bag
system) .................................................................. 1-15
Side and curtain (See supplemental side air bag
and curtain side-impact air bag systems) .... 1-17
Air bag warning labels ............................................. 1-20
Air bag warning light .................................... 1-20, 2-12
Air cleaner housing filter.......................................... 8-16
Air conditioner
Air conditioner operation .................................. 4-15
Air conditioner service ........................... 4-15, 4-18
Air conditioner specification label .................. 9-12
Air conditioning system refrigerant and lubricant
recommendations ...................................... 4-18, 9-6
Heater and air conditioner (automatic) ......... 4-15
Alcohol, drugs and driving......................................... 5-5
All wheel drive (AWD) ............................................. 5-17
Anchor point locations
Top tether strap .................................................. 1-41
Antenna ........................................................................ 4-31
Anti-lock Brake System (ABS) .............................. 5-22
Anti-lock brake warning light .................................... 2-9
Appearance care
Exterior appearance care .................................... 7-2
Interior appearance care ..................................... 7-3Armrest ........................................................................... 1-9
Audible reminders ..................................................... 2-15
Audio operation precautions .................................. 4-20
Audio, steering switch for audio system ............. 4-30
Audio system .............................................................. 4-19
Autochanger, Compact Disc (CD) ....................... 4-28
Autolight system ........................................................ 2-21
Automatic
Anti-glare inside mirror ...................................... 3-15
Drive positioner ................................................... 3-16
Automatic seat positioner, seat ............................. 3-16
Avoiding collision and rollover .................................. 5-4
AWD lock switch operations ................................. 5-18
B
Back door ...................................................................... 3-9
Battery .......................................................................... 8-14
Battery saver system ......................................... 2-22
Battery replacement, (See remote keyless entry
system) ........................................................................... 3-7
Before starting the engine ......................................... 5-9
Belts (See drive belts) ............................................. 8-15
Brake
Anti-lock brake system (ABS) ......................... 5-22
Brake booster ...................................................... 8-20
Brake fluid............................................................. 8-12
Brake pedal .......................................................... 8-19
Brake pedal check ............................................. 8-20Brake system ....................................................... 5-21
Parking brake check............................... 5-14, 8-19
Parking brake operation .................................... 5-14
Warning light ....................................................... 2-10
Break-in schedule ..................................................... 5-16
Bulbcheck/instrument panel .................................... 2-9
Bulbreplacement ...................................................... 8-24
C
Capacities and recommended fuel/lubricants...... 9-2
Car phone or CB radio............................................ 4-31
Cargo (See vehicle loading information)............. 2-32
Cargo net .................................................................... 2-32
Catalytic converter, Three way catalyst ................. 5-3
CD care and cleaning .............................................. 4-29
Cellular phone holder ............................................... 2-28
Child restraints ........................................................... 1-32
Installation on front passenger seat............... 1-42
Installation on rear seat center or outboard
positions ................................................................ 1-34
Precautions on child restraints........................ 1-32
Top tether strap anchor point locations ....... 1-41
With top tether strap ......................................... 1-40
Child safety ................................................................. 1-24
Child safety rear door lock ........................................ 3-4
Chimes, Audible reminders..................................... 2-15
Circuit breaker, Fusible link .................................... 8-21
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Clock (with navigation system) .............................. 4-12
Clock (without navigation system) .......................... 4-4
Coin box ...................................................................... 2-28
Cold weather driving ................................................ 5-24
Compact Disc (CD) changer operation .............. 4-28
Compact Disc (CD) player (See audio
system) ......................................................................... 4-27
Compact spare tire ................................................... 8-32
Compass display ......................................................... 2-6
Console box................................................................ 2-31
Control panel buttons — with navigation
system............................................................................. 4-7
Control panel buttons — without navigation
system............................................................................. 4-2
Controls, Heater and air conditioner controls
(automatic) .................................................................. 4-15
Coolant
Capacities and recommended fuel/
lubricants ................................................................. 9-2
Changing engine coolant .................................... 8-9
Checking engine coolant level........................... 8-8
Corrosion protection ................................................... 7-5
Cover, Tonneau cover .............................................. 2-32
Cruise control............................................................. 5-14
Cup holders ................................................................ 2-29
Curtain side-impact air bag system (See
supplemental side air bag and curtain side-impact
air bag system) .......................................................... 1-17
CVT (Continuously Variable Transmission) ........ 5-10
CVT fluid...................................................................... 8-12
CVT (Continuously Variable Transmission) selector
lever lock release....................................................... 5-13D
Daytime running light system ................................. 2-23
Defroster switch, Rear window and outside mirror
defroster switch ......................................................... 2-19
Dimensions and weights ............................................ 9-9
Door open warning light .......................................... 2-11
Drive belts ................................................................... 8-15
Driving
Cold weather driving ......................................... 5-24
Driving with CVT (Continuously Variable
Transmission) ....................................................... 5-10
On-pavement and offroad driving (AWD) ...... 5-5
Precautions when starting and driving ............ 5-2
Safety precautions ................................................ 5-5
E
Economy, Fuel............................................................ 5-17
Emission control information label ........................ 9-11
Emission control system warranty......................... 9-22
Engine
Before starting the engine .................................. 5-9
Capacities and recommended fuel/
lubricants ................................................................. 9-2
Changing engine coolant .................................... 8-9
Changing engine oil ........................................... 8-10
Changing engine oil filter ................................. 8-11
Checking engine coolant level........................... 8-8
Checking engine oil level .................................... 8-9
Coolant temperature gauge ............................... 2-5
Engine block heater ........................................... 5-26
Engine compartment check locations.............. 8-7Engine cooling system ......................................... 8-8
Engine oil................................................................. 8-9
Engine oil and oil filter recommendation......... 9-5
Engine oil viscosity ............................................... 9-5
Engine serial number ......................................... 9-11
Engine specifications ........................................... 9-7
If your vehicle overheats ................................... 6-10
Starting the engine............................................. 5-10
Exhaust gas (Carbon monoxide).............................. 5-2
F
F.M.V.S.S. certification label................................... 9-11
Filter, Air cleaner housing filter .............................. 8-16
Flashers (See hazard warning flasher switch) ... 2-24
Flat tire............................................................................ 6-2
Floor mat cleaning ....................................................... 7-4
Fluid
Brake fluid............................................................. 8-12
Capacities and recommended fuel/
lubricants ................................................................. 9-2
CVT fluid ............................................................... 8-12
Engine coolant ....................................................... 8-8
Engine oil................................................................. 8-9
Power steering fluid ........................................... 8-12
Window washer fluid ......................................... 8-13
Fog light switch ......................................................... 2-24
Front air bag system (See supplemental restraint
system) ......................................................................... 1-15
Front manual seat adjustment .................................. 1-2
Front power seat adjustment .................................... 1-3
Fuel
Capacities and recommended fuel/
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filler cap................................................................. 3-11
filler lid ................................................................... 3-11
Fuel economy ...................................................... 5-17
Fuel octane rating ................................................. 9-3
Fuel recommendation ........................................... 9-3
Gauge ...................................................................... 2-5
Fuses ............................................................................ 8-21
Fusible links ................................................................ 8-21
G
Garage door opener, HomeLink
Universal
Transceiver .................................................................. 2-39
Gas cap ....................................................................... 3-11
Gauge ............................................................................. 2-3
Engine coolant temperature gauge .................. 2-5
Fuel gauge .............................................................. 2-5
Odometer ................................................................ 2-4
Speedometer .......................................................... 2-4
Tachometer ............................................................. 2-4
General maintenance .................................................. 8-2
Glove box .................................................................... 2-30
Glove box lock ........................................................... 2-30
H
Hazard warning flasher switch............................... 2-24
Head restraints ............................................................. 1-7
Headlights
Aiming control ..................................................... 2-22
Bulbreplacement ............................................... 8-25
Headlight switch ................................................. 2-20
Xenon headlights ................................................ 2-19Heated seats .............................................................. 2-25
Heater
Engine block heater ........................................... 5-26
Heater and air conditioner (automatic) ......... 4-15
HomeLink
Universal Transceiver ......................... 2-39
Hood, release ............................................................... 3-9
Horn .............................................................................. 2-25
How to stop alarm, Vehicle security .................... 2-16
I
Ignition switch ............................................................... 5-8
Key positions .......................................................... 5-8
Immobilizer system .................................................... 2-16
Indicator lights............................................................ 2-13
Inside
Automatic anti-glare mirror............................... 3-15
Mirror...................................................................... 3-14
Inspection/maintenance (I/M) test ........................ 9-22
Instrument panel........................................................... 2-2
Interior light ................................................................. 2-37
Interior light replacement......................................... 8-26
ISOFIX child restraint ............................................... 1-39
J
Jump starting................................................................. 6-8
K
Keyless entry (See remote keyless entry
system) ........................................................................... 3-4
Keys................................................................................. 3-2L
Label, Air conditioner specification label ............ 9-12
Label, Emission control information label............ 9-11
Label, F.M.V.S.S. certification label ...................... 9-11
Labels
Air bag warning labels ...................................... 1-20
Engine serial number ......................................... 9-11
Vehicle identification number (VIN)................ 9-10
LATCH system ........................................................... 1-39
License plate, Installing front license plate......... 9-13
Light
Air bag warning light ......................................... 1-20
Bulbreplacement ............................................... 8-24
Fog light switch................................................... 2-24
Headlight switch ................................................. 2-20
Headlights Bulbreplacement .......................... 8-25
Interior light .......................................................... 2-37
Luggage lights ..................................................... 2-39
Replacement ........................................................ 8-24
Vanity mirror light ................................................ 2-39
Warning/indicator lights and audible
reminders ..................................................... 2-9, 2-13
Xenon headlights ................................................ 2-19
Lights, Exterior and interior light replacement ... 8-26
Loading information (See vehicle loading
information) ................................................................. 9-14
Lock
Door locks ............................................................... 3-2
Glove box lock..................................................... 2-30
Power door lock .................................................... 3-2
Low fuel warning light .............................................. 2-11
Low tire pressure warning light ............................. 2-12
Low tire pressure warning system .......................... 5-3


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S
Safety
Child seat belts ................................................... 1-24
Reporting safety defects (US only)................ 9-22
Towing safety....................................................... 9-18
Seat
Belt warning light................................................ 1-22
Belt warning light and chime ........................... 2-11
Seat adjustment
Front manual seat adjustment............................ 1-2
Front power seat adjustment ............................. 1-3
Rear seat adjustment ........................................... 1-5
Seat belt(s)
Child safety .......................................................... 1-24
Infants and small children ................................. 1-24
Injured persons.................................................... 1-25
Larger children .................................................... 1-25
Pre-tensioner seat belt system ....................... 1-19
Precautions on seat belt usage ...................... 1-22
Pregnant women ................................................. 1-25
Rear center seat belt ......................................... 1-29
Seat belt cleaning ................................................. 7-4
Seat belt extenders ............................................ 1-31
Seat belt hooks ................................................... 1-28
Seat belt maintenance ...................................... 1-32
Seat belts ............................................................. 1-22
Three-point type with retractor ....................... 1-25
Seat(s)
Driver-side memory ............................................ 3-16
Heated seats........................................................ 2-25
Seats ........................................................................ 1-2
Security system, vehicle security system ............ 2-15Security systems (Nissan Vehicle Immobilizer
System), Engine start ............................................... 2-16
Security systems (See vehicle security
system) ......................................................................... 2-15
Servicing air conditioner .............................. 4-15, 4-18
Shifting, CVT (Continuously Variable
Transmission) ............................................................. 5-10
Shift lock release ....................................................... 5-13
Shoulder belt height adjustment, Except for rear
center seat .................................................................. 1-28
Side air bag system (See supplemental side air bag
and curtain side-impact air bag system)............. 1-17
Spark plugs................................................................. 8-16
Speedometer ................................................................ 2-4
Starting
Before starting the engine .................................. 5-9
Jump starting .......................................................... 6-8
Precautions when starting and driving ............ 5-2
Push starting ........................................................ 6-10
Starting the engine............................................. 5-10
Steering
Power steering fluid ........................................... 8-12
Power steering system ...................................... 5-21
Steering switch for audio system ................... 4-30
Tilting steering wheel......................................... 3-13
Storage ........................................................................ 2-28
Sun shade ................................................................... 2-36
Sun visors ................................................................... 3-14
Sunroof ........................................................................ 2-35
Supplemental air bag warning labels................... 1-20
Supplemental air bag warning light .......... 1-20, 2-12
Supplemental front air bag system....................... 1-15
Supplemental side air bag and curtain side-impact
air bag systems.......................................................... 1-17Supplemental restraint system ................................. 1-9
Precautions on supplemental restraint
system ...................................................................... 1-9
Switch
Autolight switch .................................................. 2-21
AWD lock switch operations........................... 5-18
Fog light switch................................................... 2-24
Hazard warning flasher switch ........................ 2-24
Headlight aiming control switch ..................... 2-22
Headlight switch ................................................. 2-20
Ignition switch ........................................................ 5-8
Power door lock switch....................................... 3-4
Rear window and outside mirror defroster
switch..................................................................... 2-19
Turn signal switch .............................................. 2-24
Vehicle dynamic control (VDC) off switch ... 2-26
T
Tachometer.................................................................... 2-4
Temperature gauge, Engine coolant temperature
gauge .............................................................................. 2-5
Theft (Nissan Vehicle Immobilizer System), Engine
start ............................................................................... 2-16
Three way catalyst ....................................................... 5-3
Tilting steering wheel ............................................... 3-13
Tire
Flat tire ..................................................................... 6-2
Uniform tire quality grading .............................. 9-21
Tire pressure, Low tire pressure warning
light ............................................................................... 2-12
Tires
Low tire pressure warning system .................... 5-3
Spare tire .............................................................. 8-32


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Tire chains ............................................................ 8-29
Tire placard .......................................................... 9-12
Tire pressure ........................................................ 8-27
Tire pressure information (with navigation
system)..................................................................... 4-5
Tire pressure information (without navigation
system) .................................................................. 4-10
Tire rotation .......................................................... 8-30
Types of tires ....................................................... 8-28
Wheel/tire size ....................................................... 9-9
Wheels and tires ................................................ 8-27
Tonneau cover ........................................................... 2-32
Top tether strap child restraints ............................ 1-40
Towing
Tow truck towing ................................................ 6-11
Towing a trailer.................................................... 9-16
Towing load/specification chart ...................... 9-16
Towing safety....................................................... 9-18
Trailer towing .............................................................. 9-16
Transceiver, HomeLink
Universal
Transceiver .................................................................. 2-39
Transmission, CVT (Continuously Variable
Transmission) ............................................................. 5-10
Transmission, CVT fluid ........................................... 8-12
Transmission, Transmission selector lever lock
release .......................................................................... 5-13
Transmitter (See remote keyless entry system) ... 3-4
Traveling or registering your vehicle in another
country ......................................................................... 9-10
Turn signal switch ..................................................... 2-24
U
Underbody cleaning .................................................... 7-3Uniform tire quality grading .................................... 9-21
V
Vanity mirror light ...................................................... 2-39
Vehicle
Dimensions and weights ..................................... 9-9
Dynamic control (VDC) off switch ................. 2-26
Dynamic control (VDC) system....................... 5-23
Identification number (VIN)............................... 9-10
Loading information............................................ 9-14
Recovery (freeing a stuck vehicle) ................. 6-14
Security system ................................................... 2-15
Ventilators.................................................................... 4-14
W
Warning labels, Air bag warning labels .............. 1-20
Warning light
Air bag warning light .............................. 1-20, 2-12
Anti-lock brake warning light ............................. 2-9
AWD warning light ............................................. 5-19
Brake warning light ............................................ 2-10
Door open warning light ................................... 2-11
Low fuel warning light ....................................... 2-11
Low tire pressure warning light ...................... 2-12
Seat belt warning light and chime ................. 2-11
Warning lights .............................................................. 2-9
Warning, Hazard warning flasher switch ............ 2-24
Warning, Low tire pressure warning system ........ 5-3
Warning, Warning/indicator lights and audible
reminders ....................................................................... 2-9
Warranty, Emission control system warranty ..... 9-22Washer switch
Rear window wiper and washer switch........ 2-18
Windshield wiper and washer switch ........... 2-18
Washing ......................................................................... 7-2
Waxing............................................................................ 7-2
Weights (See dimensions and weights) ............... 9-9
Wheel/tire size.............................................................. 9-9
Wheels and tires ....................................................... 8-27
Cleaning aluminum alloy wheels ....................... 7-3
Window washer fluid ............................................... 8-13
Window(s)
Cleaning................................................................... 7-3
Power windows................................................... 2-33
Windshield wiper and washer switch .................. 2-18
Wiper
Rear window wiper and washer switch........ 2-18
Windshield wiper and washer switch ........... 2-18
Windsheild wiper blades .................................. 8-17
Rear window wiper blade................................. 8-19
X
Xenon headlights....................................................... 2-19


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