2 Instruments and controlsInstrument panel ..................................................................... 2-2
Meters and gauges ............................................................... 2-3
Speedometer and odometer ......................................... 2-3
Tachometer ........................................................................ 2-4
Engine coolant temperature gauge ............................. 2-4
Fuel gauge ......................................................................... 2-5
Compass and outside temperature display (if so
equipped) ................................................................................. 2-6
Outside temperature display ......................................... 2-6
Compass display .............................................................. 2-7
Warning/indicator lights and audible reminders ............ 2-9
Checking bulbs................................................................. 2-9
Warning lights ................................................................... 2-9
Indicator lights ................................................................ 2-14
Audible reminders.......................................................... 2-16
Security systems.................................................................. 2-16
Vehicle security system................................................ 2-16
Nissan vehicle immobilizer system ............................ 2-18
Windshield wiper and washer switch ............................ 2-19
Rear window wiper and washer switch ........................ 2-19
Glass hatch and outside mirror defogger switch ...... 2-20
Headlight and turn signal switch..................................... 2-21
Headlight switch ............................................................ 2-21
Turn signal switch ......................................................... 2-24Fog light switch (if so equipped) .................................... 2-24
Front fog light switch.................................................... 2-24
Hazard warning flasher switch ......................................... 2-25
Horn ........................................................................................ 2-25
Heated seats (if so equipped) ......................................... 2-26
Vehicle Dynamic Control (VDC) off switch
(if so equipped).................................................................... 2-27
Clock ...................................................................................... 2-27
Adjusting the time ......................................................... 2-27
Power outlet (if so equipped) .......................................... 2-28
Cigarette lighter and ashtray (if so equipped) ............. 2-29
Storage .................................................................................. 2-29
Tray.................................................................................... 2-29
Coin box (if so equipped) ........................................... 2-30
Sunglasses holder ......................................................... 2-30
Cup holders .................................................................... 2-31
Glove box ........................................................................ 2-32
Console box .................................................................... 2-33
Luggage hooks............................................................... 2-34
Cargo net......................................................................... 2-36
Tonneau cover .............................................................. 2-36
Luggage rack (if so equipped)................................... 2-37
Windows................................................................................ 2-38
Power windows.............................................................. 2-38
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1. Security indicator light (P.2-17)
2. Headlight/dimmer/turn signal switch (P.2-21)
Front fog light switch (if so equipped)
(P.2-24)
3. Steering switch for audio control (if so
equipped) (P.4-28)4. Driver’s supplemental air bag (P.1-16)
5. Meters/gauges (P.2-3)
6. Cruise control main/set switch (if so
equipped) (P.5-18)
7. Windshield and rear window wiper/washer
switch (P.2-19)8. Hazard warning flasher switch (P.2-25)
9. Air conditioner (P.4-2)
10.Glass hatch/outside mirror defogger switch
(Type A) (P.2-20)
11.Clock (P.2-27)
12.Center ventilator (P.4-2)
13.Passenger air bag (P.1-16)
14.Side ventilator (P.4-2)
15.Instrument brightness control (P.2-22)
16.VDC OFF switch (if so equipped) (P.2-27)
17.Automatic drive positioner system cancel
switch (if so equipped) (P.3-19)
18.Fuse box cover (P.8-28)/Pocket
19.Outside mirror remote control (P.3-16)
20.Tilting steering wheel adjust lever (P.3-15)
21.Ignition switch/steering lock (P.5-7)
22.Glass hatch/outside mirror defogger switch
(Type B) (if so equipped) (P.2-21)
23.Audio system (P.4-13)
24.4WD shift switch (if so equipped) (P.5-12)/
Coin box (if so equipped) (P.2-30)
25.Ashtray (P.2-29)
26.Cigarette lighter (P.2-29) or Power outlet
(P.2-28)
27.Glove box (P.2-32)
See the page indicated in parentheses for
operating details.
SIC1936
INSTRUMENT PANEL2-2
Instruments and controls
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CAUTION
Do not operate the washer continu-
ously for more than 30 seconds.
Do not operate the washer if reser-
voir tank is empty.
Do not operate the washer when the
glass hatch is open.
The rear window wiper will not operate
when the glass hatch is open.
The rear window wiper will not operate
if the glass hatch is closed with the
wiper switch on. To operate the window
wiper, turn the switch to off and then to
on.
The glass hatch will not open while the
rear window wiper is operating.
WARNING
In freezing temperatures the washer so-
lution may freeze on the glass hatch and
obscure your vision. Warm the glass
hatch with the defroster before youwash the glass hatch.
To defog the glass hatch and the outside door
mirrors, start the engine and push the switch on.
(The indicator light will come on.) Push the
switch again to turn the defogger off.
It will automatically turn off in approximately 15
minutes. If the window clears before this time,
push the switch off manually.
CAUTION
When cleaning the inner side of the
glass hatch, be careful not to scratch or
damage the glass hatch defogger.
SIC1443B
GLASS HATCH AND OUTSIDE
MIRROR DEFOGGER SWITCH
2-20
Instruments and controls
03.1.28/R50-D/V5
The lights have a three-position switch.
When the switch is in the centerposition, the
lights will illuminate when a door or the back
door is opened.The ceiling light will stay on for about 30 sec-
onds when:
The driver’s door is unlocked by the keyfob, a
key or the power door lock switch when all
doors are locked.
The driver’s door is opened and then closed
without the key in the ignition switch.
The key is removed from the ignition switch
while all doors are closed.
The ceiling light will turn off while the 30 second
timer is activated when:
The driver’s door is locked with the keyfob, a
key or the power door lock switch.
The ignition switch is turned ON.
When the interior light switch or the personal
light switch is in the ON position, the interior,
personal and vanity mirror lights will automati-
cally turn off 30 minutes after the ignition switch
has been turned to the OFF position to save the
battery. To turn on the lights again, insert the key
into the ignition switch and move it to the ON
position.
After the above procedure, the interior, personal,
or vanity mirror lights will automatically turn off
30 minutes after the latest operation of thefollowing with the ignition switch in the ACC or
OFF position:
Opening or closing any door
Locking or unlocking any door with the key-
fob, a key, or the power door lock switch
Inserting or removing a key from the ignition
switch
These lights will turn on again when any of the
above operations is performed after the lights
have turned off automatically. (The lights will turn
off 30 minutes after the latest operation of the
above as well.)
CAUTION
Turn off the interior, personal and
vanity mirror lights when you leave
the vehicle.
Do not use for extended periods of
time with the engine stopped. This
could result in a discharged battery.
SIC0564A
INTERIOR LIGHTS (if so
equipped)2-42
Instruments and controls
03.1.28/R50-D/V5
When the interior light or the personal light
switch is in the ONposition, the interior,
personal, and vanity mirror lights will au-
tomatically turn off 30 minutes after the
ignition switch has been turned to the OFF
position. To turn on the light again, insert
the key into the ignition switch and move it
to the ONposition.
After the above procedure, the interior, personal,
or vanity mirror lights will automatically turn off
30 minutes after the latest operation of the
following:
Opening or closing any door
Locking or unlocking the driver’s doorInserting or removing a key from the ignition
switch
These lights will turn on again when any of the
above operations is performed after the lights
have turned off automatically. (The lights will turn
off 30 minutes after the latest operation of the
above as well.)
CAUTION
Turn off the interior, personal and
vanity mirror lights when you leave
the vehicle.
Do not use for extended periods of
time with the engine stopped. This
could result in a discharged battery.The light on the vanity mirror will turn on when
the cover on the vanity mirror is opened.
SIC0565
SIC0186
PERSONAL LIGHTS
VANITY MIRROR LIGHT (if so
equipped)
Instruments and controls
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Cigarette lighter and ashtray .................................. 2-29
Circuit breaker, Fusible link .................................... 8-27
Cleaning exterior and interior .......................... 7-2, 7-3
Clock ............................................................................ 2-27
Clutch
Fluid........................................................................ 8-19
Cold weather driving ................................................ 5-37
Compact Disc (CD) changer operation .............. 4-26
Compact Disc (CD) player (See audio
system) ......................................................................... 4-19
Compact spare tire ................................................... 8-39
Compass display ......................................................... 2-7
Console box................................................................ 2-33
Controls
Heater and air conditioner controls.................. 4-2
Steering wheel audio controls ........................ 4-28
Coolant
Capacities and recommended fuel/
lubricants ................................................................. 9-2
Changing engine coolant ................................. 8-10
Checking engine coolant level........................... 8-9
Corrosion protection ................................................... 7-4
Cover, Tonneau cover .............................................. 2-36
Cruise control............................................................. 5-18
Cup holders ................................................................ 2-31
D
Daytime running light system ................................. 2-23
Defogger switch, Glass hatch and outside mirror
defogger switch ......................................................... 2-20
Determining vehicle payload capacity.................. 9-15
Dimensions and weights ......................................... 9-11
Door open warning light .......................................... 2-11Drive belts ................................................................... 8-22
Drive positioner, Automatic..................................... 3-17
Driving
Cold weather driving ......................................... 5-37
Driving with automatic transmission ..... 5-7, 5-11
Driving with manual transmission .......... 5-8, 5-15
On-pavement and offroad driving ..................... 5-4
Precautions when starting and driving ............ 5-2
Safety precautions ................................................ 5-5
E
Economy, Fuel............................................................ 5-20
Electric sunroof .......................................................... 2-40
Emission control information label ........................ 9-14
Emission control system warranty......................... 9-22
Engine
Before starting the engine................................ 5-10
Capacities and recommended fuel/
lubricants ................................................................. 9-2
Changing engine coolant ................................. 8-10
Changing engine oil ........................................... 8-14
Changing engine oil filter ................................. 8-15
Checking engine coolant level........................... 8-9
Checking engine oil level ................................. 8-13
Coolant temperature gauge ............................... 2-4
Engine block heater ........................................... 5-39
Engine compartment check locations.............. 8-7
Engine cooling system ......................................... 8-9
Engine oil .............................................................. 8-13
Engine oil and oil filter recommendation......... 9-6
Engine oil viscosity ............................................... 9-6
Engine serial number ......................................... 9-13
Engine specifications ........................................... 9-9If your vehicle overheats ................................... 6-11
Starting the engine............................................. 5-10
Exhaust gas (Carbon monoxide).............................. 5-2
F
4WD shift switch operations ................................. 5-28
F.M.V.S.S. certification label................................... 9-13
Filter, Air cleaner housing filter .............................. 8-23
Flashers (See hazard warning flasher switch) ... 2-25
Flat tire............................................................................ 6-2
Floor mat cleaning ....................................................... 7-4
Fluid
Automatic transmission fluid (ATF) ................ 8-16
Brake and clutch fluid ....................................... 8-19
Brake fluid............................................................. 8-19
Capacities and recommended fuel/
lubricants ................................................................. 9-2
Engine coolant ....................................................... 8-9
Engine oil .............................................................. 8-13
Power steering fluid ........................................... 8-18
Window washer fluid ......................................... 8-20
FM-AM radio with cassette player and Compact
Disc (CD) player........................................................ 4-16
FM-AM-SATELLITE radio with cassette player and
Compact Disc (CD) player/CD changer............. 4-23
Fog light switch ......................................................... 2-24
Four wheel drive (4WD) .............................. 5-21, 5-25
Front air bag system (See supplemental restraint
system) ......................................................................... 1-16
Front fog light switch ............................................... 2-24
Front manual seat adjustment .................................. 1-2
Front power seat adjustment .................................... 1-4
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Front window open/close with key ......................... 3-3
Fuel
Capacities and recommended fuel/
lubricants ................................................................. 9-2
filler cap................................................................. 3-13
filler lid ................................................................... 3-13
Fuel economy ...................................................... 5-20
Fuel octane rating ................................................. 9-4
Fuel recommendation ........................................... 9-4
Gauge ...................................................................... 2-5
Fuses ............................................................................ 8-27
Fusible links ................................................................ 8-27
G
Garage door opener, HomeLink
Universal
Transceiver .................................................................. 2-44
Gas cap ....................................................................... 3-13
Gauge ............................................................................. 2-3
Engine coolant temperature gauge .................. 2-4
Fuel gauge .............................................................. 2-5
Odometer ................................................................ 2-3
Speedometer .......................................................... 2-3
Tachometer ............................................................. 2-4
General maintenance .................................................. 8-2
Glass hatch and outside mirror defogger
switch ........................................................................... 2-20
Glass hatch lock........................................................ 3-11
Glass hatch opener .................................................. 3-11
Glove box .................................................................... 2-32
Glove box lock ........................................................... 2-32H
Hazard warning flasher switch............................... 2-25
Head restraints ............................................................. 1-9
Headlights
Bulbreplacement ............................................... 8-31
Headlight switch ................................................. 2-21
Heated seats .............................................................. 2-26
Heater
Engine coolant heater ....................................... 5-39
Heater and air conditioner controls.................. 4-2
Heater operation.................................................... 4-4
Heater and air conditioner (Automatic — Type A)
(if so equipped) ..................................................... 4-8
Heater and air conditioner (Automatic — Type B)
(if so equipped) ................................................... 4-10
HomeLink
Universal Transceiver ......................... 2-44
Hood, release ............................................................... 3-9
Hook, Luggage hook ................................................ 2-34
Horn .............................................................................. 2-25
How to stop alarm, Vehicle security .................... 2-17
I
Ignition switch ............................................................... 5-7
Automatic transmission models ............. 5-7, 5-11
Key positions .......................................................... 5-9
Manual transmission models .................. 5-8, 5-15
Immobilizer system .................................................... 2-18
Indicator lights............................................................ 2-14
Inside mirror ................................................................ 3-16
Inspection/maintenance (I/M) test ........................ 9-23
Instrument panel........................................................... 2-2Interior lights ............................................................... 2-42
J
Jump starting................................................................. 6-9
K
Keyless entry (See remote keyless entry
system) ........................................................................... 3-5
Keys................................................................................. 3-2
L
Label, Air conditioner specification label ............ 9-14
Label, Emission control information label............ 9-14
Label, F.M.V.S.S. certification label ...................... 9-13
Labels
Air bag warning labels ...................................... 1-21
Engine serial number ......................................... 9-13
Vehicle identification number (VIN)................ 9-12
LATCH (Lower Anchors and Tether For Children)
system (if so equipped) ........................................... 1-41
Light
Air bag warning light ......................................... 1-21
Bulbreplacement ............................................... 8-30
Fog light switch................................................... 2-24
Front fog light switch......................................... 2-24
Headlight switch ................................................. 2-21
Headlights Bulbreplacement .......................... 8-31
Interior lights ........................................................ 2-42
Personal lights ..................................................... 2-43
Replacement ........................................................ 8-30
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Vanity mirror light ................................................ 2-43
Warning/indicator lights and audible
reminders ..................................................... 2-9, 2-14
Loading information (See vehicle loading
information) ................................................................. 9-15
Lock
Door locks ............................................................... 3-2
Glass hatch lock ................................................. 3-11
Glove box lock..................................................... 2-32
Power door lock .................................................... 3-2
Low fuel warning light ............................................ 2-12
Low tire pressure warning light (if so
equipped) .................................................................... 2-12
Low tire pressure warning system (if so
equipped).............................................................. 5-3, 6-2
Luggage hooks .......................................................... 2-34
Luggage rack ............................................................. 2-37
M
Maintenance
Battery ................................................................... 8-21
General maintenance ........................................... 8-2
Inside the vehicle................................................... 8-3
Maintenance precautions .................................... 8-5
Outside the vehicle............................................... 8-2
Seat belt maintenance ...................................... 1-32
Under the hood and vehicle ............................... 8-4
Manual front seat adjustment ................................... 1-2
Meters and gauges ..................................................... 2-3
Mirror
Inside mirror ......................................................... 3-16
Outside mirror control ....................................... 3-16
Outside mirrors ................................................... 3-16N
Net, Cargo net ........................................................... 2-36
New vehicle break-in ................................................ 5-20
Nissan vehicle Immobilizer System....................... 2-16
Nissan Vehicle Immobilizer System, Engine
start.................................................................................. 5-9
O
Odometer ....................................................................... 2-3
Oil
Capacities and recommended fuel/
lubricants ................................................................. 9-2
Changing engine oil ........................................... 8-14
Changing engine oil filter ................................. 8-15
Checking engine oil level ................................. 8-13
Engine oil .............................................................. 8-13
Engine oil viscosity ............................................... 9-6
Outside mirror control .............................................. 3-16
Outside mirrors .......................................................... 3-16
Outside temperature display..................................... 2-6
Overdrive switch........................................................ 5-14
Overheat, If your vehicle overheats ...................... 6-11
P
Parking
Brake check ......................................................... 8-25
Parking brake check .......................................... 5-17
Parking brake operation .................................... 5-17
Parking on hills .................................................... 5-17
Parking/parking on hills ........................................... 5-32Payload weight capacity.......................................... 9-17
Personal lights............................................................ 2-43
Phone, Car phone or CB radio ............................. 4-31
Power
Front seat adjustment .......................................... 1-4
Power door lock .................................................... 3-2
Power outlet ......................................................... 2-28
Power steering fluid ........................................... 8-18
Power steering system ...................................... 5-33
Power windows................................................... 2-38
Pre-tensioner seat belt system .............................. 1-20
Precautions
Audio operation precautions............................ 4-14
Braking precautions ........................................... 5-34
Cruise control operations ................................. 5-19
Cruise control precautions ............................... 5-18
Driving safety .......................................................... 5-5
Maintenance precautions .................................... 8-5
On child restraints .............................................. 1-32
On seat belt usage ............................................ 1-24
On-pavement and offroad driving
precautions ............................................................. 5-4
Precautions on supplemental restraint
system.................................................................... 1-10
Precautions when starting and driving ............ 5-2
Push starting .............................................................. 6-11
R
Rack, Luggage rack.................................................. 2-37
Radio
Car phone or CB radio ..................................... 4-31
Steering wheel audio controls ........................ 4-28
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