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For the rear center seating position, place the top
tether strap through the split between the rear
seat back cushion as shown in the illustration.
Position the tether as low as possible in the split
before tightening the top tether strap. Do not
place the top tether strap over the seat back to
the side of the split when installing a child re-
straint in the center rear position. In that position
the top tether strap may not stay in place and not
keep the child restraint secure in a crash.
WARNING
In the center position the top tether strap
must be correctly placed between the split
in the rear seat back cushions. If the child
restraint top tether strap is not secured
properly, your child could be seriously in-
jured or killed in an accident.
Secure the top strap to the attaching bracket that
provides the straightest installation of the strap.
Tighten the strap according to the manufactur-
er’s instructions to remove any slack.
WARNING
cChild restraint anchor points are de-
signed to withstand only those loads
imposed by correctly fitted child re-
straints. Under no circumstances are
they to be used for adult seat belts or
harnesses.
cThe child restraint top tether strap may
be damaged by contact with the ton-
neau cover or items in the cargo area.
Remove the tonneau cover from the ve-
hicle or secure it and any cargo. Your
child could be seriously injured or killed
in a collision if the top tether strap is
damaged.1. Anchor point locations
2. Cargo tie down hook flaps
Anchor point locations
Anchor points are located in the cargo area under
the carpet
s1.
If you have any questions when installing a
top strap child restraint on the rear seat,
consult your NISSAN dealer for details.
Rear seat center position
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cThe three-point seat belt in your vehicle
is equipped with an automatic locking
mode retractor which must be used
when installing a child restraint.
cFailure to use the retractor’s locking
mode will result in the child restraint
not being properly secured. The re-
straint could tip over or otherwise be
unsecured and cause injury to the child
in a sudden stop or collision.
If you must install a child restraint in the front seat,
follow these steps:
1. Position the child restraint on the front pas-
senger seat.It should be placed in a
front-facing direction only. Move the
seat to the rearmost position.Always
follow the child restraint manufacturer’s in-
structions.Child restraints for infants
must be used in the rear-facing direc-
tion and therefore must not be used in
the front seat.2. Route the seat belt tongue through the child
restraint and insert it into the buckle until you
hear and feel the latch engage.
Be sure to follow the child restraint manufac-
turer’s instructions for belt routing.
Front Facing — step 1
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Front Facing — step 2
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3. Pull on the shoulder belt until all of the belt is
fully extended. At this time, the seat belt
retractor is in the automatic locking mode
(child restraint mode) . It reverts to emer-
gency locking mode when the seat belt is
fully retracted.4. Allow the seat belt to retract slightly. Pull up
on the shoulder belt to remove any slack in
the belt.
If necessary to ensure the child restraint is
secure, pull the shoulder belt through the
seat belt tongue beyond the stitching in the
belt.
After the seat belt is fully retracted and the child
restraint is removed from the seat, the stitching
on the shoulder belt can be pulled back through
the seat belt tongue. This stitching locates the
seat belt tongue near the top of the seat back for
easy access for passengers.5. Before placing the child in the child restraint,
use force to tilt the child restraint from side
to side, and tug it forward to make sure that
it is securely held in place. It should not move
more than 1 inch.
6. Check that the retractor is in the automatic
locking mode by trying to pull more seat belt
out of the retractor. If you cannot pull any
more belt webbing out of the retractor, the
retractor is in the automatic locking mode.
Front Facing — step 3
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Front Facing — step 4
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Front Facing — step 5
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7. Check to make sure the child restraint is
properly secured prior to each use. If the
seat belt is not locked, repeat steps 3
through 6.
After the child restraint is removed and the seat
belt is fully retracted, the automatic locking mode
(child restraint mode) is canceled.
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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.......2-9
Checking bulbs................................2-9
Warning lights................................2-10
Indicator lights................................2-13
Audible reminders.............................2-15
Security systems.................................2-15
Vehicle security system (if so equipped)..........2-15
Windshield wiper and washer switch...............2-18
Switch operation..............................2-18
Rear window wiper and washer switch..............2-19
Rear window defroster switch......................2-20
Headlight and turn signal switch....................2-20
Headlight control switch........................2-20
Fog light switch (if so equipped)...................2-22Hazard warning flasher switch.....................2-22
Horn............................................2-23
Vehicle dynamic control (VDC) off switch
(if so equipped)..................................2-23
Power outlet (if so equipped)......................2-24
Storage.........................................2-25
Storage compartment..........................2-25
Roof headliner net (if so equipped)..............2-26
Map pocket...................................2-26
Cup holders..................................2-27
Glove box....................................2-27
Console box (if so equipped)...................2-28
Luggage hooks (if so equipped).................2-29
Tonneau cover (if so equipped)..................2-30
Windows........................................2-31
Power windows (if so equipped)................2-31
Manual windows..............................2-33
Sunroof (if so equipped)...........................2-33
Manual sunroof................................2-33
Removing/installing............................2-34
Interior light......................................2-35
Map lights (if so equipped)........................2-35
Illuminated entry system...........................2-36
Battery saver (if so equipped)...................2-36
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WARNING LIGHTS
orAnti-lock brake
warning light
If the light comes on while the engine is running,
it may indicate the anti-lock brake system is not
functioning properly. Have the system checked
by a NISSAN dealer.
If an abnormality occurs in the system, the anti-
lock function ceases, but the regular braking
system continues to operate.
If the light comes on while you are driving,
contact a NISSAN dealer for repair.
Automatic transmission oil
temperature warning light
(
model)
This light comes on when the automatic transmis-
sion oil temperature is too high. If the light comes
on while driving, reduce the vehicle speed as
soon as safely possible until the light turns off.
CAUTION
Continued vehicle operation when the A/T
oil temperature warning light is on may
damage the automatic transmission.
Automatic transmission park
warning light (
model)
This light indicates that the automatic transmis-
sion parking function is not engaged. If the trans-
fer control shift lever is not secured in any drive
position while the automatic transmission selec-
tor lever is in the P (Park) position, the vehicle
may move unexpectedly.
Shift the transfer control shift lever into the 2H,
4H, or 4L position when the warning light comes
on.
cWhen parking, always make sure that the
transfer control shift lever is in 2H, 4H, or 4L
and the parking brake is set.
cIf the ATP light is ON, this indicates that the
automatic transmission P (Park) position will
not function and the transfer control shift
lever is in the N (Neutral) position.
cFailure to engage the transfer shift control
lever in 2H, 4H or 4L could result in the
vehicle moving unexpectedly, resulting in se-
rious personal injury or property damage.
CAUTION
If the ATP light is ON, this indicates that
the automatic transmission P (Park) posi-
tion will not function and the transfer con-
trol shift lever is in the N (Neutral)
position.
orBrake warning light
This light functions for both the parking brake and
the foot brake systems.
When the ignition key is in the ON position, the
light comes on when the parking brake is applied,
and also warns of a low brake fluid level. If the
light comes on while the engine is running with
the parking brake not applied, stop the vehicle
and perform the following:
1. Check the brake fluid level. Add brake fluid
as necessary. See “Brake and clutch fluid” in
the “Maintenance and do-it-yourself” sec-
tion of this manual.
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2. If the brake fluid level is correct, have the
brake system checked by a NISSAN dealer.
WARNING
cYour brake system may not be working
properly if the warning light is on. Driv-
ing could be dangerous. If you judge it
to be safe, drive carefully to the nearest
service station for repairs. Otherwise,
have your vehicle towed because driv-
ing it could be dangerous.
cPressing the brake pedal with the en-
gine stopped and/or a low brake fluid
level may increase your stopping dis-
tance and braking will require greater
pedal effort as well as pedal travel.
cIf the brake fluid level is below the
MINIMUM or MIN mark on the brake
fluid reservoir, do not drive until the
brake system has been checked at a
NISSAN dealer.
Charge warning light
If this light comes on while the engine is running,
it may indicate the charging system is not func-
tioning properly. Turn the engine off and check
the generator belt. If the belt is loose, broken,
missing, or if the light remains on, see a NISSAN
dealer immediately.
CAUTION
Do not continue driving if the generator
belt is loose, broken or missing.
Door open warning light
This light comes on when any of the doors are not
closed securely while the ignition key is in the ON
position.
Engine oil pressure warning
light
This light warns of low engine oil pressure. If the
light flickers or comes on during normal driving,
pull off the road in a safe area, stop the engine
immediatelyand call a NISSAN dealer.
The engine oil pressure warning light is not
designed to indicate a low oil level. Use the
dipstick to check the oil level.See “Engine
oil” in the “Maintenance and do-it-yourself” sec-
tion of this manual.
CAUTION
Running the engine with the engine oil
pressure warning light on could cause se-
rious damage to the engine almost imme-
diately. Such damage is not covered by
warranty. Turn off the engine as soon as it
is safe to do so.
Low fuel warning light
This light comes on when the fuel level in the fuel
tank is getting low. Refuel as soon as it is conve-
nient, preferably before the fuel gauge reaches E
(Empty) .There will be a small reserve of fuel
in the tank when the fuel gauge needle
reaches E (Empty) .
Low tire pressure warning light
(if so equipped)
This light warns of low tire pressure.
Flat tire warning
If the vehicle is being driven with very low tire
pressure (lower than 27 psi, 190 kPa) , the light
will illuminate and the chime will sound for about
10 seconds.
For additional information, see “Low tire pressure
warning system” in the “Starting and driving”
section and “Flat tire” in the “In case of emer-
gency” section.
WARNING
cIf the light does not come on with the
key switch turned ON, have the vehicle
checked by a NISSAN dealer as soon as
possible.
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cIf the light comes on while driving,
avoid sudden steering maneuvers or
abrupt braking, reduce vehicle speed,
pull off the road to a safe location and
stop the vehicle as soon as possible.
Serious vehicle damage could occur
and may lead to an accident and result
in serious personal injury. Check the
tire pressure for all 4 wheels and adjust
the pressure to the COLD tire pressure
shown on the tire placard. If the light
still comes on while driving after adjust-
ing the tire pressure, a tire may be flat. If
you have a flat tire, replace it with a
spare tire as soon as possible.
cWhen a spare tire is mounted or a wheel
is replaced, tire pressure will not be
indicated and the low tire pressure
warning system will not function. Con-
tact your NISSAN dealer as soon as
possible for tire replacement and/or
system resetting.
CAUTION
cThe low tire pressure warning system is
not a substitute for the regular tire pres-
sure check. Be sure to check the tire
pressure regularly.cIf the vehicle is being driven at speeds
of less than 20 MPH (32 km/h) , the low
tire pressure warning system may not
operate correctly.
cBe sure to install the specified size of
tires to the 4 wheels correctly.
Low washer fluid warning light
This light comes on when the washer fluid is at a
low level. Add washer fluid as necessary. See the
“Maintenance and do-it-yourself” section of this
manual.
Seat belt warning light and
chime
The light and chime remind you to fasten your
seat belts. The light illuminates whenever the
ignition key is turned to the ON or START position
and remains illuminated until the driver’s seat belt
is fastened. At the same time, the chime sounds
for about 7 seconds unless the driver’s seat belt
is securely fastened.
Refer to “Seat belts” in the “Seats, restraints and
supplemental air bag systems” section for pre-
cautions on seat belt usage.
Supplemental air bag warning
light
When the ignition key is in the ON or START
position, the supplemental air bag warning light
illuminates for about 7 seconds and then turns
off. This means the system is operational.
If any of the following conditions occur, the
supplemental front air bag, supplemental curtain
side-impact and pre-tensioner seat belt systems
need servicing and your vehicle must be taken to
a NISSAN dealer:
cThe supplemental air bag warning light re-
mains on after approximately 7 seconds.
cThe supplemental air bag warning light
flashes intermittently.
cThe supplemental air bag warning light does
not come on at all.
Unless checked and repaired, the supplemental
restraint system (air bag system) and/or the pre-
tensioner seat belts may not function properly.
For additional details see “Supplemental restraint
system” in the “Seats, restraints and supplemen-
tal air bag systems” section of this manual.
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