NISSAN CUSTOMER CARE PROGRAM
NISSAN CARES ...
Both NISSAN and your NISSAN dealer are dedicated to serving all your automotive needs. Your satisfaction with your vehicle and your NISSAN dealer
are our primary concerns. Your NISSAN dealer is always available to assist you with all your automobile sales and service needs.
However, if there is something that your
NISSAN dealer cannot assist you with or you
would like to provide NISSAN directly with
comments or questions, please contact our
(NISSAN’s) Consumer Affairs Department us-
ing our toll-free number:For U.S. mainland customers
1-800-NISSAN-1
(1-800-647-7261)
For Hawaii customers
(808) 836-0888 (Oahu Number)
For Canadian customers
1-800-387-0122
The Consumer Affairs Department will ask for
the following information:
— Your name, address, and telephone
number
— Vehicle identification number (on dash panel)
— Date of purchase
— Current odometer reading
— Your NISSAN dealer’s name
— Your comments or questions
ORYou can write to NISSAN with the information
on the left at:
For U.S. mainland and Alaska customers
Nissan North America, Inc.
Consumer Affairs Department
P.O. Box 191
Gardena, California 90248-0191
For Hawaii customers
Nissan Motor Corporation in Hawaii
2880 Kilihau St.
Honolulu, Hawaii 96819
For Canada customers
Nissan Canada Inc.
5290 Orbitor Drive
Mississauga, Ontario L4W 4Z5
We appreciate your interest in NISSAN and thank you for buying a quality NISSAN vehicle.
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2 Instruments and controlsInstrument panel ..................................................................... 2-2
Meters and gauges ............................................................... 2-3
Speedometer and odometer ......................................... 2-4
Tachometer ........................................................................ 2-4
Engine coolant temperature gauge ............................. 2-5
Fuel gauge ......................................................................... 2-5
Compass display (if so equipped) .................................... 2-6
Warning/indicator lights and audible reminders ............ 2-9
Checking bulbs................................................................. 2-9
Warning lights ................................................................... 2-9
Indicator lights ................................................................ 2-13
Audible reminders.......................................................... 2-15
Security systems.................................................................. 2-15
Vehicle security system................................................ 2-15
Nissan Vehicle Immobilizer System .......................... 2-16
Windshield wiper and washer switch ........................... 2-18
Rear window wiper and washer switch ....................... 2-18
Rear window and outside mirror defroster switch...... 2-19
Headlight and turn signal switch ................................... 2-19
Xenon headlights (if so equipped) .......................... 2-19
Headlight switch ........................................................... 2-20
Daytime running light system (Canada only) ........ 2-23
Instrument brightness control ..................................... 2-23
Turn signal switch ........................................................ 2-24Fog light switch (if so equipped) .............................. 2-24
Hazard warning flasher switch ......................................... 2-24
Horn ........................................................................................ 2-25
Heated seats (if so equipped) ......................................... 2-25
Vehicle dynamic control (VDC) off switch
(if so equipped) .................................................................. 2-26
Power outlet.......................................................................... 2-27
Storage .................................................................................. 2-28
Coin box........................................................................... 2-28
Cellular phone holder ................................................... 2-28
Cup holders .................................................................... 2-29
Glove box ........................................................................ 2-30
Console box .................................................................... 2-31
Cargo net (if so equipped) ......................................... 2-32
Tonneau cover (if so equipped)................................. 2-32
Windows................................................................................ 2-33
Power windows.............................................................. 2-33
Sunroof (if so equipped) ................................................... 2-35
Automatic sunroof ......................................................... 2-35
Interior lights ......................................................................... 2-37
Ceiling .............................................................................. 2-37
Map ................................................................................... 2-38
Rear ................................................................................... 2-38
Luggage .......................................................................... 2-39
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1. Headlight, fog light (if so equipped) and turn
signal switch (P.2-19)
2. Trip odometer reset button (P.2-4)
3. Instrument brightness control switch
(P.2-23)
4. Meters/gauges (P.2-3)
5. Windshield (P.2-18)/rear window (P.2-18)
wiper and washer switch
6. Hazard warning flasher switch (P.2-24)
7. Center ventilator (P.4-14)
8. Audio control (P.4-19)
9. Display/clock (P.4-4)
10. Rear window defroster and Heated outside
mirror (if so equipped) switch (P.2-19)
11. Display screen control and/or Navigation
system* (P.4-2)
12. Passenger supplemental air bag (P.1-9)
13. Side ventilator (P.4-14)
14. Headlight aiming control switch (P.2-22)
15. VDC (Vehicle dynamic control) off switch
(P.2-26)
16. Steering switch for audio control (P.4-30)
17. Fuse box cover (P.8-22)
18. Tilting steering wheel lock lever (P.3-13)
19. Driver supplemental air bag (P.1-9)/Horn
(P.2-25)
20. Cruise control main/set switch (P.5-14)
21. Ignition switch/steering lock (P.5-8)
22. Heater/air conditioner control (P.4-15)
23. Coin box (P.2-28)
24. Outside mirror remote control (P.3-15)
25. Cellular phone holder (P.2-28)
26. AWD lock switch (AWD models) (P.5-18)
27. Heated seat switch (P.2-25)
28. Power outlet cover (P.2-27)
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engine to turn ON the system. See “Vehicle
dynamic control (VDC) system” in the “5. Start-
ing and driving” section.The power outlet is for powering electrical ac-
cessories such as cellular telephones.
1Located beside the glove box (if so
equipped):
Pull down the cover to open.
2Located inside the console box:
Pull to remove the cover to open.
3Located the side of the luggage room (if so
equipped):
Pull up the cover to open.
CAUTION
Use caution as the socket and plug
may be hot during or immediately
after use.
This power outlet is not designed for
use with a cigarette lighter unit.
Do not use with accessories that ex-
ceed a 12 volt, 120W (10A) power
draw. Do not use double adapters or
more than one electrical accessory.
Use only one power outlet at a time.
Use this power outlet with the engine
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running. (If the engine is stopped,
this could result in a discharged bat-
tery.)
Avoid using when the air conditioner,
headlights or rear window defroster
is on.
Before inserting or disconnecting a
plug, be sure to turn off the power
switch of electrical accessory being
used or the ACC power of the vehicle.
Push the plug in as far as it will go. If
good contact is not made, the plug
may overheat or the internal tem-
perature fuse may blow.
When not in use, be sure to replace
the cover. Do not allow water to con-
tact the socket.
COIN BOX
WARNING
The coin box should not be used while
driving so full attention may be given to
vehicle operation.
To open, push the coin box lid
1
as illustrated.
The inner tray can be removed
2
as illustrated.
Do not place valuable items in the box.
Do not use the coin box as an ashtray.
CELLULAR PHONE HOLDER
WARNING
The cellular phone holder should not
be used while driving so full attention
may be given to vehicle operation.
A 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.
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SIC2058
STORAGE
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If 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.
To open, push the cellular phone holder lid
1
as illustrated.
The inner tray can be removed
2
as illustrated.
Do not place valuable items in the holder.
Do not use the cellular phone holder as an
ashtray.
CUP HOLDERS
WARNING
The cup holder should not be used while
driving so full attention may be given to
vehicle operation.
CAUTION
Avoid abrupt starting and brakingwhen the cup holder is being used to
prevent spilling the drink. If the liquid
is hot, it can scald you or your pas-
senger.
Use only soft cups in the cup holder.
Hard objects can injure you in an
accident.
Front:
Push the cup holder lid
A
to open.
1Install the bottom piece for taller size cups.
2Install the reverse side of the bottom piece
up for shorter cups.
3Use this flap for smaller bottles, or for bigger
bottles by flipping up.
4Pull up the inner tray as illustrated to remove
for cleaning.
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light flashes rapidly (indicating successful pro-
gramming).
NOTE:
If programming a garage door opener, etc.,
it is advised to unplug the device during
the “cycling” process to prevent possible
damage to the garage door opener compo-
nents.OPERATING THE HomeLinkUNIVERSAL TRANSCEIVERThe HomeLink
Universal Transceiver (once
programmed) may now be used to activate the
garage door, etc. To operate, simply press the
appropriate programmed HomeLink
Universal
Transceiver button. The red indicator light will
illuminate while the signal is being transmitted.
PROGRAMMING TROUBLE
DIAGNOSISIf the HomeLink
does not quickly learn the
hand-held transmitter information:
replace the hand-held transmitter batteries
with new batteries.
position the hand-held transmitter with its
battery area facing away from the HomeLink
surface.press and hold both the HomeLink
and
hand-held transmitter buttons without inter-
ruption.
position the hand-held transmitter 2 to 5
inches (50 to 127 mm) away from the
HomeLink
surface. Hold the transmitter in
that position for up to 15 seconds. If
HomeLinkis not programmed within that
time, try holding the transmitter in another
position - keeping the indicator light in view at
all times.
If you continue to have programming difficulties,
please contact the NISSAN Consumer Affairs
Department. The phone numbers are located in
the Foreword of this Owner’s Manual.
CLEARING THE PROGRAMMED
INFORMATIONIndividual buttons cannot be cleared, however to
clear all programming, press and hold the two
outside buttons and release when the indicator
light begins to flash (approximately 20 seconds).
REPROGRAMMING A SINGLE
HomeLink
BUTTON
To reprogram a HomeLink
Universal Trans-
ceiver button, complete the following.
1. Press and hold the desired HomeLink
but-
ton.Do notrelease the button until step 4
has been completed.
2. When the indicator light begins to flash
slowly (after 20 seconds), position the hand-
held transmitter 2 to 5 inches (50 to 127 mm)
away from the HomeLink
surface.
3. Press and hold the hand-held transmitter
button.
4. The HomeLink
indicator light will flash, first
slowly and then rapidly. When the indicator
light begins to flash rapidly, release both
buttons.
The HomeLinkUniversal Transceiver button
has now been reprogrammed. The new device
can be activated by pushing the HomeLink
button that was just programmed. This proce-
dure will not affect any other programmed
HomeLink
buttons.
IF YOUR VEHICLE IS STOLENIf your vehicle is stolen, you should change the
codes of any non-rolling code device that has
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4 Display screen, heater, air conditioner and
audio systemsSafety note .............................................................................. 4-2
Control panel buttons — without navigation system .... 4-2
Names of the components ............................................ 4-3
How to use joystick and “ENTER” button ................. 4-3
How to use “PREV” button ........................................... 4-3
How to use “TRIP” button ............................................. 4-3
How to use “FUEL ECON” button .............................. 4-4
Clock ................................................................................... 4-4
How to use “E/M” button .............................................. 4-4
How to use “MAINT” (Maintenance) button ............. 4-5
How to use “SETTING” button .................................... 4-5
“DAY/NIGHT” button ...................................................... 4-6
Control panel buttons — with navigation system .......... 4-7
Names of the components ............................................ 4-8
How to use joystick and “ENTER” button ................. 4-8
How to use “PREV” button ........................................... 4-8
Setting up the start-up screen ..................................... 4-8
How to use the “TRIP” button ...................................... 4-8
How to use the “SETTING” button .......................... 4-10
“DAY/NIGHT” button.................................................... 4-14
Ventilators .............................................................................. 4-14
Heater and air conditioner (Automatic) ......................... 4-15
Automatic operation ...................................................... 4-16
Manual operation ........................................................... 4-17Operating tips................................................................. 4-17
In-cabin microfilter ......................................................... 4-18
Servicing air conditioner .................................................... 4-18
Audio system ........................................................................ 4-19
FM radio reception ........................................................ 4-19
AM radio reception ....................................................... 4-20
Satellite radio reception ............................................... 4-20
Audio operation precautions....................................... 4-20
FM-AM radio with cassette player and compact disc
(CD) player (Type A)/CD changer (Type B) .......... 4-23
CD care and cleaning .................................................. 4-29
Steering switch for audio control (if so
equipped)......................................................................... 4-30
Antenna ............................................................................ 4-31
Car phone or CB radio .................................................... 4-31
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