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a station transmitter, the signals will tend to fade
and/or drift.
Static and flutter: During signal interference from
buildings, large hills or due to antenna position,
usually in conjunction with increased distance
from the station transmitter, static or flutter can
be heard. This can be reduced by adjusting the
treble control counterclockwise to reduce treble
response.
Multipath reception: Because of the reflective
characteristics of FM signals, direct and re-
flected signals reach the receiver at the same
time. The signals may cancel each other, result-
ing in momentary flutter or loss of sound.
The radio has an FM Diversity reception system,
which employs two antennas if so equipped.
One is a rod type antenna; the other is an
antenna printed on the window. This system
automatically switches to the antenna with the
best signal at a given moment.
For additional information, see “Antenna” later in
this section.AM RADIO RECEPTIONAM signals, because of their low frequency, can
bend around objects and skip along the ground.
In addition, the signals can be bounced off the
ionosphere and bent back to earth. Because of
these characteristics. AM signals are also sub-ject to interference as they travel from transmitter
to receiver.
Fading: Occurs while the vehicle is passing
through freeway underpasses or in areas with
many tall buildings. It can also occur for several
seconds during ionospheric turbulence even in
areas where no obstacles exist.
Static: Caused by thunderstorms, electrical
power lines, electric signs and even traffic lights.
SATELLITE RADIO RECEPTIONWhen the satellite radio is first installed or the
battery has been replaced, the satellite radio
may not work properly. This is not a malfunction.
Wait more than 10 minutes with satellite radio
ON for satellite radio to receive all of the neces-
sary data.
Satellite radio reception capability is not func-
tional, and “NO SAT” will be displayed while
scrolling through audio modes, unless optional
satellite receiver and antenna were installed, and
an XM
or SIRIUS
TM
satellite radio service
subscription is active. For information on satellite
radio, contact a NISSAN dealer.
Satellite radio performance may be affected if
cargo carried on the roof rack blocks the satellite
radio signal.If possible, do not put cargo over the satellite
radio antenna.
AUDIO OPERATION PRECAUTIONS
Cassette player
To maintain good quality sound,
NISSAN recommends using cassette
tapes of 60 minutes or shorter in length.

Cassette tapes should be removed from
the player when not in use. Store cas-
settes in their protective cases and
away from direct sunlight, heat, dust,
moisture and magnetic sources.

Direct sunlight can cause the cassette to
become deformed. The use of deformed
cassettes may cause the cassette to jam
in the player.

Do not use cassettes with labels which
are peeling and loose. If used, the label
could jam in the player.

If a cassette has loose tape, insert a
pencil through one of the cassette hubs
and rewind the tape firmly around the
hubs. Loose tape may cause tape jam-
ming and wavering sound quality.

Over a period of time, the playback
head, capstan and pinch roller may col-
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lect a tape coating residue as the tape is
played. This residue accumulation can
cause weak or wavering sound, and
should be removed periodically with a
head cleaning tape. If the residue is not
removed periodically, the player may
need to be disassembled for cleaning.
Compact Disc (CD) player
During cold weather or rainy days, the
player may malfunction due to the hu-
midity. If this occurs, remove the CD and
dehumidify or ventilate the player com-
pletely.

The player may skip while driving on
rough roads.

The CD player sometimes cannot func-
tion when the compartment tempera-
ture is extremely high. Decrease the
temperature before use.

Only use high quality 4.7 inches (12 cm)
round discs that have the “COMPACT
disc DIGITAL AUDIO” logo on the disc or
packaging.

Do not expose the CD to direct sunlight.
CDs that are of poor quality, dirty,
scratched, covered with fingerprints, or
that have pin holes may not work prop-
erly.

The following CDs may not work prop-
erly.
•Copy control compact discs (CCCD)
•Recordable compact discs (CD-R)
•Rewritable compact discs (CD-RW)

Do not use the following CDs as they
may cause the CD player to malfunction.
•8 cm (3.1 in) discs with an adapter
•CDs that are not round
•CDs with a paper label
•CDs that are warped, scratched, or
have abnormal edges
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for more than 1.5 seconds. SCAN tuning
begins from high to low or low to high frequen-
cies and stops at each broadcasting station for
10 seconds. Pushing the button again during
this 10 seconds period will stop SCAN tuning
and the radio will remain tuned to that station.
If the SEEK/SCAN tuning button is not pushed
within 10 seconds, SCAN tuning moves to the
next station.Station memory operations:
Twelve stations can be set for the FM band (six
for FM1, six for FM2).
Six stations can be set for the AM band.
1. Tune to the desired station using the
SEEK/SCAN or TUNE button.
2. Select the desired station and keep pushing
any of the desired station memory buttons (1
to 6) until a beep sound is heard. (For
example, in the diagram ch2 is to be memo-
rized. The radio mutes when the select button
is pushed.)
3. The indicator ch2 will then come on and the
sound will resume. Memorizing is now com-
plete.
4. Other buttons can be set in the same manner.
If the battery cable is disconnected, or if the fuse
blows, the radio memory will be cancelled. In
that case, reset the desired stations.
Cassette tape player operationTurn the ignition key to ACC or ON, and then
lightly insert the cassette tape into the tape door.
The cassette tape will be automatically pulled
into the player.
The radio or CD will turn off (if it is on) and the
cassette tape will begin to play.
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heard. (The radio mutes when the select
button is pushed.)
3. The channel indicator will then come on and
the sound will resume. Memorizing is now
complete.
4. Other buttons can be set in the same manner.
If the battery cable is disconnected, or if the fuse
blows, the radio memory will be cancelled. In
that case, reset the desired stations.
Automatic preset button:
To select the preset FM, AM, SAT or PTY
station/channel, push the AUTO.P button for
less than 1.5 seconds.
To preset the FM, AM, SAT or PTY
station/channel, push the AUTO.P button for
more than 1.5 seconds.Program type (Category (CAT))
button:
When PTY button is pressed during FM mode,
the PTY name of the current tuned station is
displayed. When the PTY (CAT) button is
pressed during satellite radio mode, the cat-
egory name of the current channel is displayed.
During this time if the PTY data code is zero, or
the data is unreadable; the display will show
NONE.1. PTY (CAT) selection mode
PTY (CAT) name selection can be done by the
up/down TUNE button
or
in the PTY
(CAT) selection mode.
After selecting a PTY (CAT) name, push the
TUNE button
or
within 10 seconds.
Tuning to the PTY (CAT) station will start. If you
do not push the TUNE button within the 10
second period, the PTY (CAT) mode will be
canceled.
It is possible to shift the PTY (CAT) name by one
step, with one push of the up/down tuning
button
or
.
PTY name selection can also be achieved by
pressing the preset buttons.
Initial PTY names are stored in the preset but-
tons; but these can be changed by pressing the
preset buttons for more than 1.5 seconds when
the desired PTY name is in the display.
For FM:
2. PTY SCANtuning mode
Push the SCAN tuning button to tune the PTY
name station, and stop at each broadcasting
station for 5 seconds. Pushing the button again
during this 5 second period will stop SCAN
tuning and the radio will remain tuned to that
station. If the SCAN tuning button is not pushed
within 5 seconds, SCAN tuning moves to the
next station.Cassette tape player operationTurn the ignition key to ACC or ON, and then
lightly insert the cassette tape into the tape door.
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hand tightened to the proper specification.
CAUTION

Always properly tighten the antenna
rod during installation or the antenna
rod may bend or break during vehicle
operation.

To prevent damage, be sure that
manual antenna is removed before
the vehicle enters an automated car
wash.Power antennaThe antenna will automatically extend when the
radio is turned on, and retract when switched off.
If the radio is left on, the antenna will retract and
extend with the ignition key OFF-ON operation.
CAUTION

Before turning the radio on, make
sure that there is no one near the
antenna outlet and there is enough
space for it to extend.
To prevent damage, be sure that
power antenna is fully retracted be-
fore the vehicle enters an automated
car wash.

Dirt and other foreign matter on the
power antenna rod may interrupt its
operation. Clean the rod periodically
with a damp cloth. This type of clean-
ing is especially important during the
winter seasons in areas where road
salt and other chemicals may be
spread on road surfaces and
splashed onto the antenna rod.
Window antennaThe antenna pattern is printed inside the wind-
shield.
CAUTION

Do not place metalized film near the
windshield or attach any metal parts
to it. This may cause poor reception
or noise.
When cleaning the inside of the
windshield, be careful not to scratch
or damage the window antenna.
Lightly wipe along the antenna with a
dampened soft cloth.
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b. You suspect that exhaust fumes
are entering into the passenger
compartment.
c. You notice a change in the sound
of the exhaust system.
d. You have had an accident involv-
ing damage to the exhaust system,
underbody, or rear of the vehicle.
THREE WAY CATALYSTThe three way catalyst is an emission control
device, installed in the exhaust system. In the
converter, exhaust gases are burned at high
temperatures to help reduce pollutants.
WARNING

The exhaust gas and the exhaust sys-
tem are very hot. Keep people, ani-
mals or flammable materials away
from the exhaust system compo-
nents.

Do not stop or park the vehicle over
flammable materials, such as drygrass, waste paper or rags. They may
ignite and cause a fire.
CAUTION

Do not use leaded gasoline. Deposits
from leaded gasoline seriously re-
duce the three way catalyst’s ability
to help reduce exhaust pollutants.

Keep your engine tuned up. Malfunc-
tions in the ignition, fuel injection, or
electrical systems can cause overrich
fuel flow into the three way catalyst,
causing it to overheat. Do not keep
driving if the engine misfires, or if
noticeable loss of performance or
other unusual operating conditions
are detected. Have the vehicle in-
spected promptly by an authorized
NISSAN dealer.

Avoid driving with an extremely low
fuel level. Running out of fuel could
cause the engine to misfire, damag-
ing the three way catalyst.
Do not race the engine while warm-
ing it up.

Do not push or tow your vehicle to
start the engine.
LOW TIRE PRESSURE WARNING
SYSTEM (if so equipped)The low tire pressure warning system monitors
tire pressure of all wheels (except the spare tire).
Tire pressure rises and falls depending on the
heat caused by the vehicle’s operation and the
outside air temperature. Low outside air tem-
perature can lower the temperature of the air
inside the tire which can cause a lower tire
inflation pressure. This may cause the low tire
pressure warning light to illuminate.
If the warning light illuminates in low outside air
temperatures as described above, check the tire
pressure for all four tires. Adjust the tire pressure
to the recommended COLD tire pressure shown
on the Tire and Loading Information label to turn
the low tire pressure warning light off.
The low tire pressure warning system will acti-
vate only when the vehicle is driven at speeds
above 20 MPH (32 km/h). Also, this system may
not detect a sudden drop in tire pressure (for
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example a flat tire while driving).
Frequently check the tire pressure and adjust
pressure of each tire properly.LOW TIRE PRESSURE warningIf the vehicle is being driven with a low tire
pressure (lower than 25 psi, 171 kPa), the low
tire pressure warning light comes on and the
chime sounds for about 10 seconds.
For additional information regarding the above
warning, see “Warning/indicator lights and au-
dible reminders” in the “2. Instruments and
controls” section.
WARNING

If the low tire pressure warning light
illuminates and the chime sounds for
about 10 seconds 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
could result in serious personal in-
jury. Check the tire pressure for allfour tires. Adjust the tire pressure to
the recommended COLD tire pres-
sure shown on the Tire and Loading
Information label to turn the low tire
pressure warning light OFF. If you
have a flat tire, replace it with a spare
tire as soon as possible. (See “Flat
tire” in the “6. In case of emergency”
section for changing a flat tire.)

When a spare tire is mounted or a
wheel is replaced, the low tire pres-
sure warning system will not func-
tion. Contact your NISSAN dealer as
soon as possible for tire replacement
and/or system resetting.

Do not inject any tire liquid or aerosol
tire sealant into the tires, as this may
cause a malfunction of the tire pres-
sure sensors.
CAUTION
Do not place metalized film or any metal
parts (antenna, etc.) on the windows.This may cause poor reception of the
signals from the tire pressure sensors,
and the low tire pressure warning sys-
tem will not function properly.
FCC Notice:
Changes or modifications not expressly
approved by the manufacturer compliance
could void the user’s authority to operate
the equipment.
This device complies with Part 15 of the
FCC Rules and RSS-210 of Industry
Canada.
Operation is subject to the following two
conditions: (1) This device may not cause
harmful interference, and (2) this device
must accept any interference received, in-
cluding interference that may cause undes-
ired operation of the device.
ON-PAVEMENT AND OFFROAD
DRIVING PRECAUTIONSUtility vehicles have a significantly higher
rollover rate than other types of vehicles.
They have higher ground clearance than passen-
ger cars to make them capable of performing in
a variety of on-pavement and offroad applica-
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road driving and extrication when stuck in deep
snow or mud, or the like.
Please observe the following precautions:
WARNING

Drive carefully when off the road and
avoid dangerous areas. Every person
who drives or rides in this vehicle
should be seated with their seat belt
fastened. This will keep you and your
passengers in position when driving
over rough terrain.

Before driving up or down grades,
check the road surface for bumps or
potholes. Be sure to climb a gentle
slope and descend a gentle slope.

Do not drive across steep slopes.
Instead drive either straight up or
straight down the slopes. Off-road
vehicles can tip over sideways much
more easily than they can forward or
backward.

Many hills are too steep for any ve-
hicle. If you drive up them, you maystall. If you drive down them, you may
not be able to control your speed. If
you drive across them, you may roll
over.

Do not shift gears while driving on
downhill grades as this could cause
loss of control of the vehicle.

Be sure to use the engine brake. The
foot brake performance may be re-
duced, resulting in a possible acci-
dent.

Stay alert when driving to the top of a
hill. At the top there could be a drop-
off or other hazard that could cause
an accident.

If your engine stalls or you cannot
make it to the top of a steep hill,
never attempt to turn around. Your
vehicle could tip or roll over. Always
back straight down in R (Reverse)
gear. Never back down in N (Neutral)
or with the clutch depressed (manual
transmission vehicles), using only the
brake, as this could cause loss of
control.
Heavy braking going down a hill
could cause your brakes to overheat
and fade, resulting in loss of control
and an accident. Apply brakes lightly
and use a low gear to control your
speed.

Unsecured cargo can be thrown
around when driving over rough ter-
rain. Properly secure all cargo so it
will not be thrown forward and cause
injury to you or your passengers.

To avoid raising the center of gravity
excessively, do not exceed the rated
capacity of the roof rack and evenly
distribute the load. Secure heavy
loads in the cargo area as far forward
and as low as possible. Do not equip
the vehicle with tires larger than
specified in this manual. This could
cause your vehicle to roll over.

Do not grip the inside or spokes of
the steering wheel when driving of-
froad. The steering wheel could move
suddenly and injure your hands. In-
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