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1. Engine hood (P. 3-10)
2. Headlight and turn signal switch
(P. 2-18)
3. Replacing bulbs (P. 8-30)
4. Windshield wiper and washer switch
(P. 2-16)
5. Windshield (P. 8-24)
6. Power windows (P. 2-32)
7. Door locks, keyfob, keys
(P. 3-3, 3-5, 3-2)
8. Mirrors (P. 3-16)
9. Tire pressure (P. 9-11)
10. Flat tire (P. 6-2)
11. Tire chains (P. 8-40)
12. Fog light switch (if so equipped)
(P. 2-22)
13. Tie down/towing hooks (P. 6-11)
See the page number indicated in paren-
theses for operating details.
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1. Rear window defroster switch (P. 2-17)
2. Trunk lid (P. 3-11)
3. Vehicle loading (P.9-12)
4. Interior trunk lid release (P. 3-12)
5. Replacing bulbs (P. 8-30)
6. Fuel filler cap, fuel recommendation
(P. 3-13, P. 9-23)
7. Fuel filler lid (P. 3-13)
8. Child safety locks (P. 3-5)
See the page number indicated in paren-
theses for operating details.
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1. Headlight and turn signal switch
(P. 2-18)
2. Meters and gauges (P. 2-3)
3. Windshield wiper/washer switch
(P. 2-16)
4. Center ventilators (P. 4-2)
5. Audio system controls (P. 4-14)
6. Front passenger supplemental air bag
(P. 1-8)
7. Glove box (P. 2-29)
8. Heater and air conditioner (manual)
(P. 4-10)
9. Hazard warning flasher switch
(P. 2-23)
10. Power outlet (P. 2-26)
11. Rear window defroster switch (manual)
(P. 2-17)
12. Cruise control main/set switch (if so
equipped) (P. 5-12)
13. Driver supplemental air bag (P. 1-8)
14. Steering wheel switch for audio control
(if so equipped) (P. 4-29)
15. Tilt/telescopic steering wheel controls
(P. 3-14)
16. Traction control system (TCS) off
switch (if so equipped) (P. 2-25)
17. Instrument brightness control (P. 2-21)
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18. Outside mirror remote control (P. 3-17)
19. Front defroster switch (automatic)
(P. 4-10)
20. Heater and air conditioner (automatic)
(P. 4-10)
21. Rear window defroster switch
(automatic) (P. 2-17)
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Seat lifter (if so equipped for driver’s
seat)
Turn either dial to adjust the angle and height of
the seat cushion to the desired position.
FRONT POWER SEAT
ADJUSTMENT (if so equipped for
driver’s seat)
WARNING
cDo not adjust the driver’s seat while
driving so full attention may be given to
vehicle operation. The seat may move
suddenly and could cause loss of con-
trol of the vehicle.cDo not leave children unattended inside
the vehicle. They could unknowingly ac-
tivate switches or controls and become
trapped in a window. Unattended chil-
dren could become involved in serious
accidents.Operating tips
cThe power seat motor has an auto-reset
overload protection circuit. If the motor
stops during operation, wait 30 seconds,
then reactivate the switch.
cDo not operate the power seat switch for a
long period of time when the engine is off.
This will discharge the battery.
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WARNING
cNever let children ride unrestrained or
extend their hands or face out of the
window. Do not attempt to hold them in
your lap or arms. Some examples of
dangerous riding positions are shown
in the illustrations.
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WARNING
cThe seat belts, the supplemental side
air bags and curtain side-impact air
bags are most effective when you are
sitting well back and upright in the seat.
The side air bag and curtain side-impact
air bag inflate with great force. Do not
allow anyone to place their hand, leg or
face near the side air bag on the side of
the seatback of the front seat or near
the side roof rails. Do not allow anyone
sitting in the front seats or rear out-
board seats to extend their hand out of
the window or lean against the door.
Some examples of dangerous riding
positions are shown in the previous
illustrations.
WARNING
cWhen sitting in the rear seat, do not
hold onto the seatback of the front seat.
If the side air bag inflates, you may be
seriously injured. Be especially careful
with children, who should always be
properly restrained. Some examples of
dangerous riding positions are shown
in the illustrations.
cDo not use seat covers on the front
seatbacks. They may interfere with
supplemental side air bag inflation.
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2 Instruments and controls
Instrument panel...................................2-2
Meters and gauges................................2-3
Speedometer and odometer.....................2-4
Trip computer (if so equipped)...................2-5
Tachometer....................................2-6
Engine coolant temperature gauge...............2-7
Fuel gauge....................................2-8
Warning/indicator lights and audible reminders.......2-9
Checking bulbs................................2-9
Warning lights.................................2-9
Indicator lights................................2-11
Audible reminders.............................2-13
Security systems.................................2-13
Vehicle security system (if so equipped)..........2-13
Nissan vehicle immobilizer system (NVIS)........2-15
Windshield wiper and washer switch...............2-16
Switch operation..............................2-16
Rear window and outside mirror (if so equipped)
defroster switch..................................2-17
Headlight and turn signal switch....................2-18
Xenon headlights (if so equipped)...............2-18
Headlight control switch........................2-19
Daytime running light system (Canada only)......2-21Instrument brightness control...................2-21
Turn signal switch.............................2-22
Fog light switch (if so equipped)................2-22
Hazard warning flasher switch.....................2-23
Horn............................................2-24
Heated seat (if so equipped).......................2-24
Traction control system (TCS) off switch
(if so equipped)..................................2-25
Power outlet.....................................2-26
Storage.........................................2-27
Map pockets..................................2-27
Seatback pockets (if so equipped)..............2-27
Sunglasses holder.............................2-27
Cup holders..................................2-28
Glove box....................................2-29
Console box..................................2-29
Covered storage box...........................2-31
Cargo net (if so equipped)......................2-32
Windows........................................2-32
Power windows...............................2-32
Sunroof (if so equipped)...........................2-34
Automatic sunroof.............................2-34
Interior light......................................2-36
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